HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016_07_19 - Regular MINUTES: of a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held in the Council
Chambers, Civic Center, 35 Cajon Street, on July 19, 2016 at 5:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Paul Foster, Mayor
Jon Harrison, Mayor Pro Tem
Pat Gilbreath, Councilmember
Paul Barich, Councilmember
John James, Councilmember
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Oscar Orci, Acting City Manager; Dan McHugh, City Attorney; Sam Irwin, City
Clerk; Robert Dawes, City Treasurer; Tina Kundig, Finance Director; Carl Baker,
Public Information Officer; Jeff Frazier, Fire Chief, Mark Garcia, Police Chief,
Danielle Garcia, Chief Innovation Officer; Chris Diggs, Municipal Utilities and
Engineering Director; Chris Boatman, Quality of Life Director; James Garland,
Internal Auditor; Robert Dalquest, Assistant Development Services Director; Amy
Martin, Human Resources Director
Mayor Foster called the meeting to order and offered those present the opportunity to
provide public comment on any item on the agenda for the closed session.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None forthcoming
LATE BREAKING ITEMS,
Noting that the need to take action was immediate, Councilmember Gilbreath moved
to add to the City Council's closed session agenda as a "late breaking item" the
consideration of a conference with legal counsel for one case involving the threat of
litigation regarding Councilmember elections. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Barich and carried unanimously. The item was added to the closed
session agenda as C-7, Anticipated Litigation.
Also on motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Barich,
the City Council unanimously approved the addition of a second "late breaking item"
to the open session agenda to address an agreement between the City of Redlands and
National Demographics Corporation to provide assistance addressing matters related
to the California Voting Rights Act of 2001. The item was added to the open session
agenda as L-16, New Business.
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CLOSED SESSION:
The meeting recessed to a closed session to discuss the following:
1. Conference with legal counsel: Existing Litigation - Government Code
§54956.9(4)(1) - One Case
a. Inland Valley Development Agency and San Bernardino International Airport
v. Michael Cohen, Sacramento County Superior Court Case Number 34-2016-
80002374
2. Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated Litigation - Government Code
§54956.9(4)(2) and (e)(3) - One Case
a. Facts and circumstance - Consideration of a Workers' Compensation claim
filed by Michael Lee
3. Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated Litigation - Government Code
§54956.9(4)(4) - One Case
a. Facts and circumstance -Possible initiation of litigation by the City
4. Conference with real property negotiator—Government Code §54956.8
Property: APNs 0300-231-36 and 0300-241-24 & -25
Agency negotiators: N. Enrique Martinez, Oscar Orci
Negotiating party: Redlands Conservancy, Thomas A. Hudson
Under negotiation: Terms of payment and price for the City purchase of
property
5. Conference with real property negotiator—Government Code §54956.8
Property: APNs 0171-053-03, -04 & -06 and 0171-251-06, -07,
-08, -09 & -10
Agency negotiators: N. Enrique Martinez, Oscar Orci
Negotiating party: Travis King, Brixton Redlands LLC
Under negotiation: Terms of payment and price for the purchase of City
property
6. Conference with real property negotiator—Government Code §54956.8
Property: APN 0292-192-19 (1615 West Park Avenue)
Agency negotiators: N. Enrique Martinez, Oscar Orci
Negotiating party: Patrick O'Brien
Under negotiation: Terms of payment and price for the purchase of City
property
The meeting reconvened at 6:25 P.M. with an invocation by Mayor Foster and the
pledge of allegiance to the American flag.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
City Attorney McHugh announced that no reportable action was taken by the City
Council during the closed session.
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PRESENTATIONS:
RUDY Pet Adoptions — Animal Control Officer Bill Miller introduced "Betty", a
seven-month old female American Pit Bull, who is available for adoption along with
forty-three other dogs and sixty-eight cats at the Redlands Animal Shelter. Officer
Miller announced that eleven dogs and twenty-four cats were adopted since the last
City Council meeting.
Library Service - Mayor Foster and Councilmember Gilbreath presented a Certificate
of Recognition to James Dunn for his 23 years of service on the A.K. Smiley Library
Board.
Health Care Benefits Advice - Mayor Foster presented a Certificate of Recognition to
Scott Welsh for his dedication and commitment to assist the City of Redlands Human
Resources Department and the retired members of the Redlands Police Officers
Association with their decisions with respect health care benefit options.
New Employees — As part of new program to familiarize the public and members of
the City Council with new members of the staff, Human Resources Director Amy
Martin introduced new employees of the City of Redlands: Cery Dowsett joins the
City Manager's office as Management Analyst; Farrah Jenner is the new Assistant
Finance Director; Kjeld Lindsted is a Senior Administrative Analyst in the Municipal
Utilities and Engineering Department; Overstreet Murphy is the new Fire Marshall;
Wendy Ruiz is a Senior Administrative Assistant in the City Manager's office; and
Ruth Lorentz is a new Senior Planner in the Development Services Department.
Expect these introductions on a quarterly basis.
Hangar 24 Donations - Ben and Sue Cook, of Hangar 24 Charities, presented checks
from the proceeds raised during the AirFest 2016 to the Redlands Police Department
and various local nonprofit organizations. Receiving recognition were Blackhawk
Football, Redlands Troops 4 and 44 of the Boy Scouts of America, The Boys & Girls
Club, Citrus Valley High School Girls Volleyball and Softball, Redlands East Valley
High School Boosters and Baseball Diamond Club, and Redlands Elks Lodge No.
583. Hangar 24 Charities also donated $5,600.00 to Redlands Police Department
Mobile Library program.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Air BnB — Jon Swanson, Kathleen Beall and Tony Bocanegro described incidents
associated with the property at 364 Los Robles Crest which is apparently be utilized
as an unlicensed Bed & Breakfast. They said their quiet neighborhood is being
disrupted and asked for an ordinance to regulate properties offered for rent on the
internet.
Homeless — Phillip Naman and Win Lombard described incidents associated with
homeless vagrants loitering in the area of The Terrace Park. They perceived the
problem to be citywide and called for action from the City Council and the Police
Department to provide for the safety of our neighborhoods.
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Veterans' Fair and Pet Adoptions — Socorro Pantaleon announced two events
sponsored by the office of Assemblyman Marc Steinorth. On July 27, 2016 the
Assemblyman will be holding a Veterans' Resource Fair in Central Park in Rancho
Cucamonga between 9:00 A.M. and 2:00 P.M. A free Pet Adoption Fair will be held
on August 5 and 6, 2016 at the Redlands Animal Shelter from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00
P.M. on August 5th and 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on August 6th.
Noise Pollution — Arthur Anderson expressed his displeasure with noise associated
with airport development and pointed out a conflict he sees developing between the
San Bernardino International Airport and the housing development near the Redlands
Municipal Airport.
Alternative Energy - Greg Brittain compared the costs of different forms alternative
energy and concluded that each of them is too expensive when compared to fossil
fuels.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Minutes — On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council unanimously approved the minutes of the regular meeting of
July 5, 2016.
Proclamation — On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Harrison, the City Council unanimously approved a proclamation declaring
August 2016 as Child Support Awareness Month.
Resolutions No. 7658 - Signing Authority - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved
Resolutions No. 7658 designating Robert Dawes, Tina Kundig, Farrah Jenner and
Karin Grance as authorized signers on all City accounts, warrants, checks, or orders
with Union Bank, N.A.
Mailing Services — Finance Director Tina Kundig defined the need for contract
mailing services. As public comment, Andy Hoder expressed his confusion with the
agenda staff report and inquired as to whether the cost of mailing was going up or
down. Karin Grance of the Revenue Division, explained that postage rates are going
down, but the volume of mailings is going up. On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously
approved an agreement between the City of Redlands and Inland Presort and Mailing
Services for mailing/courier, folding, inserting and postage services.
Disaster Response - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved a Mutual Assistance
Agreement between the City of Redlands and San Bernardino County Flood Control
for mutual aid among public works agencies following a catastrophic disaster.
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Exclusive Negotiations - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved an Exclusive
Negotiating Agreement between the City of Redlands and Pacific Community Real
Estate, LLC for the purchase of real property at 31 West Stuart Avenue (APN 0169-
281-19) and 205 West Stuart Avenue(APN 0169-281-23).
Ordinance No. 2832 - Zone Change No. 457 - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously
approved the adoption of Ordinance No. 2832 to rezone approximately 4.95 acres
from A-1 (Agricultural) District to R-E (Residential Estate) District located on the
southerly side of San Bernardino Avenue between Judson Street and Dearborn Street.
Ordinance No. 2819 - Zone Change No. 443 - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously
approved the adoption of Ordinance No. 2819 to rezone approximately 32.28 acres
from A-1 (Agricultural) District to R-E (Residential Estate) District located on the
north side of San Bernardino Avenue, approximately 600 feet east of Judson Street.
Ordinance No. 2836 - Undergrounding of Utilities - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously
approved the adoption of Ordinance No. 2836 amending Section 12.22 of the
Redlands Municipal Code to require the undergrounding of new utility work in areas
where utilities have been undergrounded as a condition of prior development.
Ordinance No. 2834 - Water Service Restoration - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously
approved the adoption of Ordinance No. 2834 amending Section 13.12 of the
Redlands Municipal Code to include the requirement of legal occupancy prior to
restoration of water service for premises found in violation of the Health and Safety
Code.
Tax Collection - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement
between the City of Redlands and the County of San Bernardino for the collection of
special taxes, fees and assessments on behalf of the City.
Ordinance No. 2833 - City Officer Bonds - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved the
adoption of Ordinance No. 2833 amending Section 2.10 of the Redlands Municipal
Code relating to official bonds for City Officers.
Fee Waiver—Quality of Life Director Chris Boatman summarized events planned for
a community run and bike race. As public comment, Andy Hoder expressed concerns
that granting fee waivers to a religious organization might violate the principle of
separation of church and state. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember Barich, the City Council unanimously approved a request from the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints - Redlands Stake for the waiver of fees
related to the Community Duathlon, Bike Ride and Fun Run event to be held on
September 24, 2016.
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Senior Fitness Classes - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved an independent
contractor agreement between the City of Redlands and Sandra Bernier for the
provision of senior fitness classes at the Joslyn Senior Center.
Fee Waiver and Alcohol Consumption — On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Harrison, the City Council unanimously approved a
request from the Redlands Optimist Club for the waiver of fees related to the 61h
Annual Oktoberfest event to be held at Sylvan Park on October 1, 2016 and
permission to consume alcoholic beverages in the park.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Delegate Designation—Mayor Foster introduced the need to designate delegates for a
League of Cities Conference. On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Harrison, seconded by
Councilmember Barich, the City Council unanimously approved the designation of
Councilmember Pat Gilbreath as voting delegate and no alternate to represent the
City of Redlands at the League of California Cities Conference scheduled for October
5-7, 2016 in Long Beach, California.
Volunteers Program Update — Liz Marin, of the Human Resources Department
presented a summary of the contributions made to City programs during FY 2015-
2016 by volunteers. The presentation included a video recap of the most significant
event involving volunteers, the Community Day of Service on the weekend of April
22, 2016. The overall annual savings to the City of Redlands through volunteerism
was over 70,000 hours valued at $1.6 million.
Engineering Recognition —Ross Wittman, of the Municipal Utilities and Engineering
Department, presented details of recognition received from the American Society of
Civil Engineers designating the Redlands Boulevard and Alabama Street and
Redlands Boulevard and Colton Avenue Intersection Improvement Project as the
Society's Project of the Year. As public comment, Andy Hoder expressed skepticism
as to the merit of the recognition given delays and cost overruns associated with the
project. Councilmember Gilbreath pointed out that the delays and costs were driven
by agencies and factors external to the control of staff.
Public Art Sculpture - Public Information Officer Carl Baker introduced Danielle
Trynoski, Chairperson of the Cultural Arts Commission, who announced the selected
public art clock sculpture by Romero Art Sculpture to be located on the south side of
Ed Hales Park, facing State Street. The artists provided an overview of their
proposal. The cost of the sculpture is estimated to be $40,000.00, which will be
provided entirely by private donors. On motion of Mayor Foster, seconded by
Councilmember Gilbreath, the City Council unanimously approved the concept of a
Public Art clock sculpture by Romeo Metal Sculpture to be located on the south side
of Ed Hales Park facing State Street for a cost estimated at $40,000.00 with funding
provided by private donors.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Resolution No. 7659 — Delinquent Municipal Services Accounts - Mayor Foster
opened the public hearing and called upon Finance Director Tina Kundig for details
on a request to submit delinquent accounts for lien processing. On motion of
Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council
unanimously approved Resolution No. 7659 approving the Delinquent Municipal
Services Report and submittal to the Auditor of San Bernardino County for lien
processing.
Resolution No. 7662 — Delinquent Administrative Citations - Mayor Foster opened
the public hearing and called upon Finance Director Tina Kundig for details on a
request to submit delinquent fines for lien processing. On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously
approved Resolution No. 7662 approving the Delinquent Administrative Citation
Fines Report and submittal to the Auditor of San Bernardino County for lien
processing.
Resolution No. 7648 — General Plan Amendment No. 131 - At the request of the
applicant, and on motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council unanimously approved continuing this hearing to the regular
City Council meeting scheduled for September 6, 2016.
Ordinance No. 2835 - Accessary Public Parking - Mayor Foster opened the public
hearing and called upon Ruth Lorentz, of the Development Services Department, for
details on a request to allow parking areas in agricultural zones. On motion of
Councilmember James, seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, the City Council
unanimously approved the introduction of Ordinance No. 2835 amending Title 18 of
the Redlands Municipal Code to add accessory public parking areas as permitted and
conditionally permitted uses in the A-1 (Agricultural) zone in conjunction with
existing public facilities and to provide for alternative parking and landscape
standards for such uses.
NEW BUSINESS:
Firefighter Safety - Fire Chief Jeff Frazier summarized a plan to provide ballistic
vests and helmets for all San Bernardino County Fire Agencies. On motion of
Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council
unanimously approved the expenditure of$301,951.00 to purchase ballistic vests and
helmets from The Safariland Group, all funds to be reimbursed from the 2015
Homeland Security Grant Program.
Police Vehicle Purchase —Police Chief Mark Garcia defined the need for five Police
Department vehicle replacements. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded
by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved the purchase of
two 2017 Ford Interceptor Utility Patrol Units for $59,901.58, one 2017 Ford
Interceptor Sedan Detective Unit for $24,422.27, one 2017 2017 Ford F250 Regular
Cab Animal Control Truck with Animal Control body for $51,962.59, and one 2017
Ford Escape for $20,970.04.
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Building & Safety Services — Development Services Director Oscar Orci explained
the need to continue augmentation of the Building & Safety Division with
consultants. On motions of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement between the City of
Redlands and CSG Consultants, Inc., in an amount no-to-exceed $100,000.00, to
provide both professional building and fire plan review, building and fire inspections
and Certified Access Specialist consulting services for FY 2016-2017.
Electric Vehicle Fast Charger — Tim Sullivan, of the Quality of Life Department,
provided an overview of a proposal to install an electric vehicle charger in the City
Hall parking lot. As public comment, Andy Hoder criticized the proposed location
for the charger and suggested a better alternative would be the parking lot of the
Redlands Mall. On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Harrison, seconded by
Councilmember Gilbreath, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement
between the City of Redlands and NRG EV, LLC for the installation of a Direct
Current fast charger at Redlands City Hall, funds for the installation to be provided
by the South Coast Air Quality Management District.
Alley Food Vendor — Quality of Life Director Chris Boatman presented details of
plan to add dining services in the Orange Street Alley Park. On motion of
Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council
unanimously approved a license agreement between the City of Redlands and Theron
and Geneil Vines for the use of the Orange Street Alley Park for a frozen custard
facility and outdoor dining area.
Airport Business Plan - Quality of Life Director Chris Boatman introduced Randall
Wiedemann, of R. A. Wiedemann & Associates, Inc., who presented an executive
summary of his consulting firm's business plan for the Redlands Municipal Airport.
The presentation included a list of several proposed managerial improvements and
areas to pursue for generating revenues to insure the sustainability of the airport. As
public comment, Ingrid Biglow, Chairperson of the Airport Advisory Board,
expressed her support and optimism for the business plan. James Hoyt expressed
support for flight training at the airport. On motion of Councilmember James,
seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Harrison, the City Council unanimously agreed to
receive and file the plan.
Skate Park Funding—Quality of Life Director Chris Boatman presented a proposal to
extend a deadline affecting the funding of a proposed skate park. As public
comment, Susan Broderick asked for the removal of the matching funds requirement
for use of the subject funds. Valerie Maggiano described the current efforts her
family has to exert for her children to skateboard and restated her request for a park in
Redlands. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council unanimously approved the extension of the deadline to
expend the matching funds for the design and construction of a skate park for a period
of one year and release the remaining fund balance in the event that the skate park is
not shovel ready at the end of this period.
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Fuels Purchase — Quality of Life Director Chris Boatman defined the City's need to
purchase fuel. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement between the City of
Redlands and Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. for the purchase of 87 octane and diesel fuel
in an amount not-to-exceed $1,620,000 for a three year period.
Parks Mowing—Quality of Life Director Chris Boatman defined the need to mow the
grass in the City's parks. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement
between the City of Redlands and TLC Landscape Services, Inc., in an amount not-
to-exceed $56,038.40, to provide contractual mowing services for the City's parks for
FY 2016-2017.
Tires Purchase — Quality of Life Director Chris Boatman defined the City's need to
purchase tires. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement
between the City of Redlands and Daniel's Tire Service for the purchase of tire
supplies and associated services for a period one year with two additional one-year
renewal options for a total agreement amount not-to-exceed $375,000.00.
Resolution No. 7660 —Measure I Base Year Level —Ross Wittman, of the Municipal
Utilities and Engineering Department, explained the Measure I funding process. On
motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City
Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 7660 adopting the Measure 12010-
2040 Maintenance of Effort Base Year Level.
PARIS Financing — Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Chris Diggs
presented an overview of the last funding requirements for the Pavement Accelerated
Repair Implementation Strategy program. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved an
Installment Sale Agreement between the City of Redlands and the California
Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank, subject to changes in the effective
date of the documents and related matters, in the amount of$3.03 million to fund the
PARIS program.
Watering Schedule Relief—Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Chris Diggs
summarized events leading to a request for relief from drought-related watering
restrictions. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council unanimously approved temporary relief from the
conservation watering. schedule for Majestic Management Company, for a period of
six weeks, upon approval of planned irrigation improvements and an implementation
schedule.
Mall Proposal — Mayor Foster announced no action would be taken by the City
Council in this matter.
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Real Property Purchase - Development Services Director Oscar Orci presented details
of a proposal to purchase property for use as a part of the Emerald Necklace. As
public comment, Dennis Bell remarked as to the lack of availability to the public of
information on this item and questioned the cost effectiveness of the proposed
purchase. On motions of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council agreed the proposed assignment agreement between the City
of Redlands and The Redlands Conservancy and Thomas Hudson is exempt from
review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act
guidelines and approved the agreement, as amended to reflect a return of one half of
the deposit to the assignor, for the City's possible acquisition of APN 0300-231-36
and 0300-241-24 & -25.
Elections by District—Chief Innovation Officer Danielle Garcia Fire defined the need
for consulting services to adequately prepare decision makers for possible elections
by district rather than at large. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement
between the City of Redlands and National Demographics Corporation, in the amount
of $42,800.00, for assistance in assessing matters with respect to the California
Voting Rights Act of 2001, to include the review of the possible election of Members
of the Redlands City Council by voting districts
COUNCIL,MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES:
Councilmember Gilbreath attended the Library Board meeting and the Town and
Gown Concert in the Redlands Bowl both on July 12, 2016. The 10,000 steps
program is a great success and not too late to join.
Councilmember James attended the Charitable Resource Coalition meeting on July
12, 2016 looking at ways to employ the homeless. He also attended an event at
Community Bank entitled United in Love and recognizing officers involved in the
terrorist shooting incident on December 2, 2015.
Mayor Pro Tem Harrison has been attending Redlands Passenger Rail meetings with
San Bernardino Associated Governments and has reached agreement on cost sharing
of the design for the Downtown Redlands Depot. Expect the RFP to be forthcoming
for the engine to be used for the project.
Mayor Foster and Councilmember Barich attended Coffee with the Council at Stell
Coffee & Tea Company on July 16, 2016
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to address Mayor Foster adjourned the meeting at
8:44 P.M. The next regular meeting of the Redlands City Council is scheduled on
September 6, 2016.
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