HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017_07_18 - Regular MINUTES
Regular meeting of the City Council and the special meeting of the Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of
the former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Redlands held in the Council Chambers, Civic Center, 35 Cajon
Street, on July 18, 2017 at 5:00 P.M.
Present: Paul Foster, Mayor
Paul Barich, Mayor Pro Tempore
Jon Harrison, Council Member
Eddie Tejeda, Council Member
Absent: Pat Gilbreath, Council Member
Staff: Enrique Martinez, City Manager; Dan McHugh, City Attorney; Robert Dawes, City Treasureer;
Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk; Carl Baker, Public Information Officer; Penni Overstreet-Murphy,
Fire Marshall; Chris Catren, Police Commander; Danielle Garcia, Management Services/Finance
Director; Chris Diggs,Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director; Chris Boatman, Quality of
Life Director;Amy Martin,Human Resources Director; Brian Desatnik, Development Services
Director; Janice McConnell,Assistant to the City Manager
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
CLOSED SESSION
Noting that the need to take action was immediate, Council Member Tejeda 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 existing litigation regarding Garcia v. City of Redlands, et al., San Bernardino Superior Court
Case No. CIVDS 1601874. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Barich and carried unanimously.
The item was added to the closed session agenda as C-4, Existing Litigation.
Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated Litigation -Government Code §54956.9(d)(2)(e)(2)
(Management Services/Finance Director Garcia)
a. One case -Facts and circumstances: Receipt of final State Controller's Office Audit indicating potential
liability for unremitted funds
Public Employee Dismissal/Release -Government Code §54957
(Human Resources/Risk Management Director Martin)
a. Consideration of an industrial disability retirement application of a public safety employee
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Conference with labor negotiator-Government Code §54957.6
(Mayor Foster and Mayor Pro Tem Ban ch)
Agency Negotiator: N Enrique Martinez, Daniel J McHugh,Amy Martin
Employee Redlands Association of Mid-Management Employees
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Organizations: Redlands Association of Safety Management Employees
Redlands Association of Fire Management Employees
Redlands Police Officers Association
Redlands Professional Firefighters Association
Redlands Civilian Safety Employees
Teamsters Local 1932 Redlands Chapter
Recess Special Meeting of the Successor Agency to a Closed Session.
Conference with real property negotiators -Government Code §54956.8
(Quality of Life Director Boatman)
Property. APN. 0171-121-04 (5 E. Citrus Ave.)
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Chris Boatman
Negotiators:
Negotiating Parry. Shah ahang............Hatami Family Trust(12/22/05)
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The meeting reconvened at 6:01 P.M. with an invocation by Council Member Harrison followed by the pledge
of allegiance to the American flag. The Mayor announced all Council Members were present except Pat
Gilbreath,who was excused due to illness.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney McHugh announced the City Council voted unanimously to approve an industrial disability
retirement application of a public safety employee during the closed session.
PRESENTATIONS:
Redlands Animal Shelter—Animal Control Officer Ruben Yzquierdo introduced"Ariel', a five-year old
female German Shepherd,who is available for adoption,with thirty-three other dogs, one hundred-nine cats at
the Redlands Animal Shelter. Officer Yzquierdo informed the Council twenty-seven dogs and fifty-two cats
have been adopted since the last regular City Council meeting.
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Redlands Hero Recognition
Mayor Foster, assisted by Janice McConnell,presented the 2017 Redlands Hero Award to Kathy
Behrens, and recognized her for her dedication to the community as a tireless volunteer. She is a
member of the Redlands Conservancy Board of Directors,has served on the Trinity Episcopal Church
vestry for three years, spent many nights as a volunteer for the Cold Weather Shelter, created and ran
(and still runs)the Emerald Necklace Grand Tour,volunteers annually for the Community Service
Day, and serves on the Service Club Council in Redlands.
City Recognition for Touch-a-Truck Event
Jim Nolan, representing the Noon Rotary Club of Redlands thanked Mayor Foster and recognized the
City for their support of the 2017 "Touch-A-Truck" event,making it the most well attended event so
far. He presented Certificates to the Mayor and Council Members, City Manager Martinez, Police
Chief Garcia, Quality of Life Director Boatman, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Diggs,
and Emergency Operation Manager Fay Glass, and provided a donation of$500.00 each to the
following departments: Recreation Division of Quality of Life,the Police Department K-9 Fund, and
the Fire Explorer Program.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Efficiency in Government—Greg Brittain stated governments rely too heavily on the backs of
taxpayers rather than striving to be more efficient and he urged the Council to spend the City's
money wisely, as if it were coming from their own personal pockets.
Redlands Bowl -Patty Holohan encouraged everyone to attend the Summer Music Festival going on
right now and highlighted the tremendous value it brings to the City.
High Density Housing - Sam Wong raised concerns related to the trend of higher density
developments,often called "stack-and-pack" housing and described how these types of planned
projects can work in some cities but not others. He questioned whether"stack-and-pack" housing
would be appropriate for Redlands.
Administrative Citation -Building Permit-Blanca Moreno, of Three Daughters Investment Corpo.,
described difficulties she faced working with the building department. She was confused by a citation
issued on her investment property and pointed to a lack of communication between City departments
and inconsistent guidance from staff.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved the minutes of the regular meeting on July 5, 2017 as submitted.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Appointment-Human Relations Commission
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved the appointment of Shaheen Zakaria to serve a four-year term on the
Human Relations Commission ending July 18, 2021.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Grant Acceptance
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved the acceptance of the California Market Match Program Grant through
the Ecology Center in the amount of$15,110.09; authorized the City Manager to sign the Agreement as
the Grantee Representative; and approved an additional appropriation to the Downtown Redlands
Business Area Fund in the same amount.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Tax Collection
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,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.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 7759 -Reduced Adoption Fees
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council approved Resolution No. 7759 approving the temporary reduction of animal adoption fees in
support of the Stemorth 100 Free Pet Adoption Event to be held on August 4-5, 2017 at the Redlands
Animal Shelter.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Video Surveillance Camera
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved the acceptance of a monetary donation in the amount of
$6,710.00 from Amazon to fund the purchase of a video surveillance camera; and approved an
additional appropriation in the same amount to the police department.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 7754—Weed Abatement
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 7754 declaring weeds to be a public nuisance and
setting September 5, 2017 for a public hearing for objections to proposed weed abatement.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Fee Waiver
Quality of Life Director Boatman introduced a fee waiver request for the Bike and Fun Run
Duathlon event. As public comment, Dennis Bell expressed his opposition to the fee waiver saying
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints should pay its own way and encouraged the City to
"tighten their belts" by not giving away services.
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously approved a request from The Church of Latter Day Saints for a waiver of all
fees associated with the Bike and Fun Run Duathlon event to be held on September 23, 2017 in the
amount of$3,010.00.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 7751 -Regional Energy Partnership
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 7751 approving the San Bernardino Regional Energy
Partnership between the City Redlands, Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas, and San
Bernardino Council of Governments.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Field Rental Agreement
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved the Field Use Agreement between the City of Redlands and Junior All
American Football and Cheer for one year with the option to extend for two successive one-year
terms for the use of Community Park.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Summer Camp Contractor
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously agreed the approval of an amendment to an independent contractor agreement is
exempt under section 15061(b)(3) of the State guidelines implementing the California Environmental
Quality Act; and approved the First Amendment to the Independent Contractor Agreement between the
City of Redlands and Play-Well TEKnologies for youth summer camp activities.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Independent Contractor Agreement Tennis Recreation Services -Mayor Foster announced this item
was pulled from the agenda to be addressed at a later date.
Appointment- Citrus Preservation Commission
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved the appointment of Libbern Cook to serve the remainder of an
unexpired term on the Citrus Preservation Commission ending April 16, 2018.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Appointment- Street Tree Committee
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved the appointment of Christine Sedmack to serve a four-year term on the
Street Tree Committee ending July 5, 2021.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Arts in Autumn Program
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved use of Public Art funds not to exceed$350.00 by the Cultural Arts
Commission to cover costs of materials, registration and marketing to support Arts in Autumn, a cultural
arts program series.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
COMMUNICATIONS
Delegate Designation
Mayor Foster introduced the need to designate a delegate for a League of Cities Conference.
On motion of Mayor Paul Foster, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City Council
unanimously approved the designation of Council Member Harrison as voting delegate to represent the
City of Redlands at the League of California Cities 2017 Annual Conference scheduled for September
13-15, 2017 in Sacramento, California; and authorized payment of the conference fee for the Council
Member to attend.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
PUBLIC HEARINGS
MEC Decision Appeal
Mayor Foster opened the public hearing and called upon Emily Elliott, of the Development Services
Department,to provide background on an appeal from Brian Chu to reconsider a Minor Exception
Committee (MEC)decision to approve Minor Exception Permit No. 556 to install a ten-foot(10')high
vinyl coated chain-link sport court fence within the ten-foot(10') rear and side yard setback,where six
feet(6)is permitted, at the property located at 1130 Clifton Avenue within the R-S (Suburban
Residential) District. The Applicant's representative, contractor Kerry Clegg, and the Applicant, Dr.
Brian Chu, filed the appeal of the MEC decision for reasons including,ball containment and safety
factors and provided background leading to the appeal.Neighborhood residents, including Chris
Sedmack, Sam Love, James Reed, Carolyn Reed, and Valerie Boon listed several reasons for their
requests to deny the appeal, including,noise,privacy,the structure is not appropriate for current zoning,
the structure is not permitted, and a potential loss of property values. Bill Cunningham was concerned
with setting precedents and encouraged the Council to deny the appeal. Those in support of the appeal,
including Sam Wong, Chris Ikemura, Larina Chu, and Derek Chu proposed the fence would address the
concerns of safety,ball containment, and privacy and serve as a solution to the concerns of the
neighbors. Andy Hoder pointed out a 6' fence may become a nuisance to neighbors since it will possibly
allow more balls to go stray. Upon no further comment, Mayor Foster closed the public hearing.
Council Members expressed concerns related to the close proximity of the court in relationship to the
neighbors.
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On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council agreed to deny the Appeal, and affirm the Minor Exception Permit Committee's decision denying
Minor Exception Permit No. 556 based on the following findings which include: The minor exception
permit is not necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by
other properties in the same vicinity and zone district,but which is denied to the property in question.
Other properties within the vicinity do not have fences that exceed six feet in height within the required
setback area. The subject property is not exceptional in that the fencing could have been designed in a
manner to be located outside of the setback area,where such fences are permitted. That the granting of
the minor exception permit would be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or
improvements of others in the vicinity.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Ordinance No. 2852 - Solid Waste Rate Adjustment
Mayor Foster opened the public hearing and called upon Quality of Life Director Boatman to provide
a summary of events leading to a request to increase solid waste rates. He explained the solid waste
budget includes all expenses associated with providing solid waste collection and disposal services
which are solely funded through revenues collected from solid waste customers. The City sets solid
waste rates at the level anticipated to be sufficient to fund the costs of providing services. The last
increase was in 2010 which forecasted the needs of the operation up to 2015. Current revenues are
insufficient to fund future operational expenses such as regulatory mandates, equipment replacement
and landfill expansion. Staff created a rate model to cover the cost of maintenance and operations and
continue to meet regulatory requirements and needs of the solid waste utility. R3 Consulting Group,
Inc. conducted a peer review of the rate model. Representing R3 Consulting,William Schoen
summarized the major findings of the rate study and announced full support of the study. The rate
model is well designed, is mathematically accurate, logically consistent, and runs from FY 2016-2017
through FY 2024-2025. Steve Stockton, Chairman of the Municipal Utilities and Public Works
Commission,provided a timeline of the Commission's review of the proposed adjustment of solid waste
rates,with public hearing meetings held on the following dates: February 6, February 22, March, 6, and
April 17, 2017. He reported the Commission recommends the Council approve the rate increase. As
public comment, Ernest K. Ott suggested the Council provide relief for senior citizens from the recent
increases in residential water rates,as this diminishes their disposable income. Greg Brittain requested
the Council move towards operating the division with greater efficiency instead of raising rates
and placing the burden on the utility users. Arlen Einertson questioned the funding source for the
Pavement Accelerated Repair Implementation Strategy (PARIS)project. Director Boatman stated the
PARIS program will continue to be funded exclusively by the rate increase approved in 2012. Upon no
further comment, Mayor Foster closed the public hearing. The City Clerk informed the Council that 373
written documents purporting to be protests to the rate increases had been received. There are 22,612
parcels served by the solid waste enterprise. Therefore, 11,307 protests would be needed to constitute a
majority protest. Even if it is assumed that each protest document received is a valid protest from a
unique parcel,the protests received do not reach the threshold. Council Member discussion centered on
the consideration of newer technologies and the need for more level rate increases over a period of
years. City Manager Martinez pointed out the City is looking to incorporate new technologies and
striving to be more efficient.
On motion of Mayor Paul Foster, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City Council approved
the introduction of Ordinance No. 2852 amending Chapter 3.66 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating
to rates and charges for solid waste service, increasing rates by 12 percent in 2017; 12 percent in 2018;
and 5 percent in 2019;with the addition of the language that was included in the mailer sent to the public
adding CPI adjustment in FY 2020-2021 and FY 2021-2022.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Annexation No. 17 -Community Facilities District 2004-1
Mayor Foster opened the hearing and called upon Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director
Diggs for details on a request to add territory to Community Facilities District(CFD)No. 2004-1. City
Clerk Donaldson agreed to hold the special election within the annexing territory on July 18, 2017.
With no further comments, Mayor Foster closed the public hearing. City Clerk Donaldson conducted
the special election and announced the results determining the required two-thirds of the votes cast
were in favor of levying the tax,therefore the territory will be annexed to the CFD No. 2004-1.
On motion of Mayor Paul Foster, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City Council
unanimously approved Resolution No. 7752, calling a special election of the question of levying the
special taxes within the territory to be annexed to the CFD No. 2004-1; and on motion of Mayor Foster,
seconded by Council Member Harrison,the City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 7753,
declaring results of special election of annexation No. 17 to CFD No. 2004-1.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 7760—Delinquent Municipal Services Accounts
Mayor Foster opened the public hearing and called upon Karin Grance, of the Management Services/
Finance Department for details on a request to submit delinquent municipal services accounts for lien
processing. Upon no further comment,the Mayor closed the public hearing.
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 7760 approving the Delinquent Municipal Services
Report and submittal to the Auditor of San Bernardino County for lien processing.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 7758—Delinquent Administrative Citations
Mayor Foster opened the public hearing and called upon Karin Grance, of the Management Services/
Finance Department for details on a request to submit delinquent administrative citation fines for lien
processing. As public comment, Denise Whisler urged the Council to dismiss all citation fines against
her property, stating the fines were given under false pretenses and are not fairly applied to the whole
community. Deborah Kitchen asked the City for assistance in tracking down a payment she made
towards an animal control citation. Director Boatman explained the Code Enforcement program is
reactive,not proactive,with officers inspecting properties when complaints are received by other
residents. Upon no further comment,the Mayor closed the public hearing.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tei eda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 7758 approving the Delinquent Administrative Citation
Fines Report and submittal submittal of a Notice of Lien to the San Bernardino County Auditor
Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector for processing against the properties listed in this report.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 7756—Landscape Maintenance District Assessments
Mayor Foster opened the public hearing and called upon Mike Pool, of the Municipal Utilities and
Engineering Department, for details on a request to implement assessments for Landscape
Maintenance District No. 1. Upon no further comment,the Mayor closed the public hearing.
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On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich,the City
Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 7756 approving the Engineer's Report for Landscape
Maintenance District No.I and implementing the assessments for FY 2017-2018.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 7757— Street Lighting District Assessments
Mayor Foster opened the public hearing and called upon Mike Pool, of the Municipal Utilities and
Engineering Department, for details on a request to implement assessments for Street Lighting
Maintenance District No. 1. Upon no further comment,the Mayor closed the public hearing.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 7757 approving the Engineer's Report for Street
Lighting District No. 1 and implementing the assessments for FY 2017-2018.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Mayor Foster called for a five minute recess.
NEW BUSINESS
Initial Downtown Parking Study
Troy Clark, of Development Services,presented the Initial Downtown Parking Study, developed by
staff from Development Services and Municipal Utilities and Engineering assessing current and future
parking needs. The study provides options for appropriate actions to address the parking needs in the
short and long terms. Phase 1 details several projects recommended to improve parking within one to
two years, including, Restriping the top level of Citrus Avenue parking garage; Expansion of the
Orange Street lot; Expanding the Seventh Street lot; Developing public on-street spaces through private
funding; and Developing City owned property on Stuart Avenue. Phase 2 recommends projects
improving parking within two to five years, including, Ed Hales parking garage and a downtown
parking shuttle service. Council Member Tejeda thanked staff for working towards a partnership with
the Redlands Unified School District. Council Member Harrison encouraged staff to incorporate newer
technologies when considering the vertical structure for the Ed Hales lot. Mayor Foster expressed the
Council's appreciation to everyone involved with the study. City Manager Martinez explained revenue
sources have not been identified for some of the projects and requested more time to allow staff to
review alternative means of funding.
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously agreed to direct staff to develop implementation plans for all twelve Action Nos.
in Phase 1; and agreed to direct staff to develop a more detailed funding strategy for Phase 2 to be
brought back before the Council in September, 2017.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Ordinance No. 2853 - Commissioner Absences
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda the City
Council unanimously approved the introduction of Ordinance No. 2853 amending Chapters 2.24,2.36,
2.48 and 2.50 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to membership for the Historic and Scenic
Preservation Commission,the Planning Commission,the Traffic and Parking Commission and the
Cultural Arts Commission providing for the forfeiture of office by unexcused Commissioner absences.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Ratification of Approval -Employment Agreements
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously ratified the approval of the amendments to the employment agreements of the
City Attorney and City Manager granting them the equivalent executive leave, severance pay and
YMCA benefits recently granted to the City's Directors or Management groups.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
RAMME MOU
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously approved the tentative agreement reached by City staff and RAMME; and
approved the final Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Redlands and the Redlands
Association of Mid-Management Employees.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Mailing Services
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,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.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Solid Waste Collection Vehicle
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously authorized the purchase of one solid waste collection vehicle from Rush Truck
Centers in the amount of$342,844.00.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Perimeter Fencing Installation
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously directed staff to solicit formal bids for perimeter fencing for the the West
Redlands Gateway and West Riverview Groves in accordance withe the City's procurement policy.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Gopher and Ant Abatement Services
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously approved an agreement between the City of Redlands and California Agri
Control, Inc. for Gopher and Fire Ant Abatement Services in the amount of$17,592.00 per year for a
period of one year,with two additional one-year renewal options for a total agreement amount
not-to-exceed$52,776.00.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Condition of Approval Parcel Map No. 16575
Development Services Director Desatnik presented background of a request for relief from a
condition of approval for Parcel Map No. 16575 approved by the Planning Commission in 2009. The
applicant, JMD Hospitality, Inc. is requesting the removal of the unequal and burdensome condition
placed on the property located at 1230 West Colton Avenue. Council Member Harrison stated its an
intense burden for one particular property.
On motion of Mayor Paul Foster, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City Council
unanimously approved the Applicant's request and agreed to grant relief from Condition No. C-3
attached to Parcel Map No. 16575, for property located at 1230 West Colton Avenue.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Parks Mowing
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously approved an Agreement between the City of Redlands and Priority Landscape
Services, LLC for Contractual Mowing Services for City Parks for FY 2017-2018 in an amount
not-to-exceed$54,385.00 per year for a period of one year with two additional one-year renewal
options for a total agreement amount not-to-exceed $163,155.00.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
License Agreement- Citrus Grove Planting
Council Member Harrison thanked Diversified Pacific Communities for their commitment to plant
citrus trees on City property bordered by Sessums Drive,North Dearborn Street, and Cortez Street.
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously determined that approval of the License Agreement is categorically exempt from
environmental review in accordance with Section 15304 of the state's guidelines implementing the
California Environmental Quality Act; approved the License Agreement between the City of Redlands
and Redlands Pioneer, LLC for citrus grove planting activities on City property(APN 0168-031-22);
and approved the assignment of the License Agreement to Larry Jacinto Farming, Inc.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
License Agreement- Outdoor Dining
Council Member Harrison thanked the businesses and complemented staff for negotiating the license
agreement with Greensleeves Steakhouse and Citrone Restaurant&Bar for the use of outdoor dining
and customer waiting areas.
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously determined that approval of the License Agreements are categorically exempt
from environmental review in accordance with Section 15304 of the state's guidelines implementing the
California Environmental Quality Act; approved the License Agreements between the City of Redlands
and Sous, LLC, dba Greensleeves Steakhouse and Sturdy Bridge, Inc., dba Citrone Restaurant&Bar
for the use of outdoor dining and customer waiting areas on City property(APN 0169-301-20)located
east of Orange Street and north of Redlands Boulevard.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Purchase and Sale Agreement Extension
Quality of Life Director Boatman described events related to the purchase of.75 acres and the request
to extend the due diligence period for the property located on the southwest corner of Redlands
Boulevard and Tennessee Street for future city facilities. The Phase 1 assessment reported the property
contains petroleum based contaminants and additional time is necessary to allow for further testing.
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously authorized staff to negotiate an extension of the due diligence period of the
Purchase and Sale Agreement dated April 3, 2017, of up to 120 calendar days for the property located
on the southwest corner of Redlands Boulevard and Tennessee Street(APNs 0169-351-02,
03); authorized the Mayor to execute an amendment to the Agreement between the City of Redlands
and David Jones Trust; and directed staff to solicit proposals for further environmental assessment of
the subject property as recommended by the Phase I assessments dated June 12, 2017.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Highline and Crafton Avenue Water Pipeline Replacement
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council determined that approval of the contract and construction of the Highline and Crafton Avenue
Water Pipeline Replacement Project, Project No. 71283, is categorically exempt from further
environmental review in accordance with Section 15302 of the state guidelines implementing the
California Environmental Quality Act; approved the Project plans and specifications; and awarded a
construction contract to MCC Pipeline,Inc. in the amount of$1,417,987.35.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Amendment-General Plan Preparation
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council unanimously approved the Third Amendment to the Agreement for Professional Services
between the City of Redlands and Dyett and Bhatia for preparation of the General Plan update,
increasing the total compensation amount to $1,136,236 to account for expenditures previously
approved and authorized during the period 2007 through 2010.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Lease Agreement-Redlands Conservancy
Quality of Life Director Boatman presented details of a proposed Lease Agreement with the Redlands
Conservancy for City property located at 31313 Live Oak Canyon Road. Sherli Leonard, of the
Redlands Conservancy,thanked the City and shared the vision for the land which will include an
education center and native plant nursery.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tei eda, seconded by Council Member Jon Harrison,the City
Council unanimously agreed the Lease Agreement between the City of Redlands and the Redlands
Conservancy is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3)of the State's
guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act: approved the Lease Agreement for
City property located at 31313 Live Oak Canyon Road; and agreed to adjust the rent from $100 per
year to $10.00 per year for use and occupancy of the premises.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Release of a Lien Agreement
Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Diggs reviewed the background to the release of lien
agreement to secure construction of public improvements for 1489 South Center Street. As public
comment,Alan Forbes, representing the previous owner of the property, cited the lien has been on the
property for thirty-two years. The new homeowners are asking for relief of the full burden for the public
improvements.
On motion of Council Member Jon Harrison, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda,the City
Council agreed to determine the Project is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section
15061(b)(3) of the state's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and agreed
to adopt Option F, requesting the property dedicate right-of-way along the property frontage and make
payment in the amount of$28,554.00 (the estimated cost for the improvements)to serve as Satisfaction of
Judgment to the lien agreement. Upon receipt of payment,the Council authorized release of the lien
agreement, and requested staff complete the required improvements.
Vote: 3 - 1 Passed
NAY: Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich
COUNCILMEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Due to the late hour, Council Member Announcements were kept to a minimum.
Councilmember Harrison attended the San Bernardino County Transit Authority (SBCTA)meeting held
on July 12, 2017,where a$31 million contract was approved for the engines that will run the Rail Project.
Mayor Pro Tempore Barich congratulated the City Manager and staff for the recent recognition by
Western City Magazine as the 2017 Outstanding Local Street and Roads Project Awards Finalist for the
City's Pavement Accelerated Repair Implementation Strategy(PARIS)Program.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action required the meeting adjourned at 9:21 P.M. The next regular meeting of the
City of Redlands City Council will be held on September 5,2017.
SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE FORMER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF
REDLANDS
Chairman Foster called the meeting to order at 9:21 P.M. and offered anyone present the opportunity to
address the Board on any subject,not already on the agenda,within the jurisdiction of the Successor
Agency.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Non Forthcoming
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Agency Attorney McHugh announced there was no reportable action taken by the Board of Directors
during the closed session.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business,the special meeting for the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment
Agency adjourned at 9:23 P.M. The next regular meeting of the City of Redlands City Council will be
held on September 5, 2017.
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