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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/15/1951 to 09/04/1956 ,-)3(2) rf� 7 Superintendent Staniforth again brought up the matter of a pew sewer line for Sylvan Park. After due consideration Mr. Staniforth was authorized to proceed with the installation of 510 feet of sewer line as proposed on motion of Councilman Thornquest, I) seconded by Councilman Putnam. PURCHASE OF P_ 4-DOOR_ SEDAN The bids covering the purchase of a four-doorusedan, publicly opened and declared at the last regular meeting, Dec . 4th, 1951 , were again considered and the contract, having been duly studied by the Purchasing Department, was awarded to Loge and Yount, their bid being deemed the lowest and best bid, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, PURCHASE OF A FIRE ENGINE The bids covering the purchase of a Fire Truck, publicly opened and declared at the last regular meeting, Dec . 4th, 1951, were again considered and the contract , awarded tj to the Four Wheel Drive Motor Company, their equipment being deemed best suitedfor the requirements of the City, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman CZ Putnam and unanimously carried. NEW BUSINESS BIDS- GASOLINE AND OIL This being the time advertised for the opening of bids covering the purchase of gasoline and oil for the next calender year, the following bids were publicly opened and declared : Fromthe Associated Oil Co. , the Union Oil Co. , the Richfield Oil Co. , the Seaside Oil "o. , the Peterson Oil Co. , the General Petroleum Co. , the Roe Marketing Co. , the Standard Oil Co. , the Texas Co . , the Shell Oil Co. , and the Pathfinder Oil Co. The above bids were referred to the purchasing department for study and report at the next regular meeting. BARTON PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION LEAST, A proposal by the Barton Protective Association to renew a lease on City-owned property north of Highway 99 and west of Texas Street on which they now have some oil storage tanks was approved at a rental of 675.00 per year and with a 90 da ca _ a io , clause and the City Attorney directed to draw up a formal lease for signatures . SEWER BOND ISSUE The matter of preparing data necessary to place a Sewer Bond proposition on the ballot at the next City Election was again brought-Alp and discussed at length. A surve showing a tentative amount needed, prepared by the Currie Engineering Company, was pre- sented and studied, Attorney Wilson announced a meeting on Thursday, Dec . 19, 1951, wi O' Meelvnej and Myers , Bonding Attorneys of Los Angeles , and expects to have the nec- essary information for presentation at the next regular meeting of the Council. • PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At the last regular meeting of the Planning Commission held at 4 :00 P.M. , Dec.17, 1951, the following recommendations were made : . I� 4S -- 1. that the request of Mr. John H. Hinkle to subdivi e a parcel of ground bounded ' j I by Fifth Avenue, Morrison Street and Yucaipa Avenue, being a portion of block 33, _ Th Crafts Map of Redlands Heights , to be known as Tract #3837, Rolling Hills Subdivision, be approved. 1 2. That the request of the Southern California Turkey Growers Association for ! permission to, construct a food processing plant on the north side of Oriental Avenue, i west of rirst Street, be approved with the understanding that'- no obnoxious odors will emanate therefrom and that all processing will be done inside the building. Recommendation number one was approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Recommendation number two was laid over to give members of the Council time to study this proposal and inspect similiar plants now in operation in other localities . MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Approval was granted City Hall Employees to use the Council Chambers Wednesday, December 19, 1951, for the purpose of staging a Christmas arty• I Department heads were authorized to operate with skeleton crews on December 24th and December 31st to allow employees to have those days off for Christmas and New Year .1 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the State Finance Commissione .l ;rt-- " a i#'.ne "F -'" x i; Sd , e: 'dland$, n L�."�."rGi1RRQ5°i4'e .;1e Council z January 1, 1952 1- \,; .. xc 1z-t, a r 'alar 4. I.x 7.440,4 flop .? . ` .M. ', This eipl., i`or the regular meeting of the Redlands City k ' ?I 0utci44,, r . 44.4, . :I , resent,. the Clerk declared the meeting ;. _-�i ,- � � add eg regular meeting, Wednesday, January u, o " 8e. an. s 70110tc `P 'tJ' . ,- r 4, - Att : , ; 4le. , sr ' ,e a ` Ttft ok, 2, ;1 1 Mayor of the ,City of Ren" ,a ' PPOM P.M. s a , ga , _ .- bald at thereguTo _ resent: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, and Mayor Folkins, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Godshall, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy 'lark Arnold, Building Inspector Phelps, Assistant to the City Manager Harp, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. bsents Councilman Thornquest and City Manager Ham. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of theo C unci' having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS —1 S. Wesley Break, County Supervisor, addressed the Council at this time relative to working out some arrangement with the City so that the Justice Court could be main- tained at its preterit location, in the Hall of Justice. After some discussion it was 1 agreed that representives of the Board of Supervisors and the Cy Council would together to see what could be figured out to the best advantage of both the City and the County. - ' 45 I ^e�u 1. that the request of Mr. John H. _Hinkle to subdivi e a parcel of ground bounded by Fifth Avenue , Morrison Street and Yucaipa Avenue , being a portion of block 33, Crafts Map of Redlands Heights , to be known as Tract #3837, Rolling Hills Subdivision, be approved. 2. That the request of the Southern California Turkey Growers Association for permission to construct a food processing plant on the north side of Oriental Avenue , '� west of rirst Street , be approved with the understanding that- no obnoxious odors will jrm' emanate therefrom and that all processing will be done inside the building. 'f f Recommendation number one was ap^ proved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Recommendation number two was laid over to give members of the Council time to study this proposal and inspect similiar plants now in operation in other localities . MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Approval was granted City Hall Employees to use the Council Chambers Wednesday, December 19, 1951, for the purpose of staging a Christmas party._ Department heads were authorized to operate with skeleton crews on December 24th and December 31st to allow employees to have those days off for Christmas and New Year: . Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the State Finance Commissione ' . No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion the Council td,ourned to a regular meeting on Wednesday, January 2, 1952, at 7 :00 P.M. * iS Attest : Harry R. Wha ey City clerk nsalP Mayor of t Cit-o Redlann qo 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- p.ef4 Redlands, California January 2, 1952 7:00 o'clock P.M. An adiournec1 regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, and Mayor Folkins, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Godshall, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy ulerk Arnold, Building Inspector Phelps , Assistant to the City Manager Harp, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. b !� sent : Councilman Thornquest and City Manager Ham, A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting et n that the reading g dY g oP I the minutes be dispensed sed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS S. Wesley Break, County Supervisor, addressed the Council at this time relative ( —1 to working out some arrangement with the City so that the Justice Court could be main- ; tained at its nresent location, in the Hall of Justice. After some discussion it was agreed that representives of the Board of Supervisors and the Cit�y Council would e4 together to see what could be figured out to the best advantage of both the City and i I the County. I 51 This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest. seconded by Councilman Clapp. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF BUSINESS Park Superintendent Staniforth was granted permission to sell the old kitchen located in Sylvan Park, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. , Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the State Finance Commissioner, No further business demanding attention at this time, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting g , Tuesday, January 8th, 1952. at 7:00 o' clock P.M. Attest : Harr , R. Whaley y er . Mayor of- t;i City of Red ands 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California January 8, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. r,( An adjournedregular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Mayor Folkins, Clerk Whaley, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Godshall, Assistant to the City Manager Harp. Absent: Councilman Thornquest i( A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. SEWER BOND ISSTfl . Mayor Folkins opened the discussion relative to the contemplated bond issue for a new sewer plant and outfall •sewer line by asking for information atto the present Gf necessity for these improvements and whether they could be done by steps rather than one complete project. The questions were directed to Mr. Hertel, of the State De artme t of Health, and Mr. Frank Currie, of the Currie Engineering Company, who were present at ! the meeting to discuss the sewer protect . Mr. Hertel replied, stating that the present ) facilities of both the sewer plant and the outfall sewer were over-taxed and that some- thing should be done at once to relieve the situation. Mr. Currie outlined the plans for the proposed new plant and outfall sewer showing that these plans called for facilities to handle the sewage for a city of at least thirty thousand person. Mr.Curri1f also advised that the entire project be under one contract as it was his belief that it would be cheaper to do it that gray rather than piece-meal. Both Mr. Hertel and Mr. Currie agreed that in case the decided to do the project in steps the sewer plant should come firkt. The possible method of financing the first part of the project, or the sewer plant, was discussed and it was the opinion of the Council that by matching, funds with the State this part of the project could be handled without a bond issue. The outfall sewer line could then be laid in sections asfunds became available. With this in mind a motion was made by Councilman Putnamy seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously carried directing the Currie Engineering Company to proceed with the 2 �6 prenarationy of1A ars and specifications for lap_th the sewer plant and the outfall sewer line and that the existing contract with them be reviewed by the City Attorney. Following the above action a motion• was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by f Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried that no further work be done relative to a sewer bond issue and directing the City Attorney to so notify the bonding attorneys. CONTRACT FOR GASOLINE I Awarding of the contract to supply gasoline for the City of Redlands for the per- iod February 1st, 1952 to January 31st, 1953,. being the next item of business , the I �' following motion was made by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and unanimously carried, that the Tide-Water Associated Oil Company be, awarded the contract their bid being deemed the best bid to meet the requirements of the Citi. APPLICATIONS An application by the Department of Drama, University of Redlands , for permission ! to hang a banner across Orange Street at $tate Street during the week of January 11th 1 through January 18th, for the purpose of advertising their coming production of "Hay I Fever" was approved providing they furnish the banner, on motion of Councilman Clapp, � ` seconded by Councilman Putnam. AUTOMATIC TRAFFIC rSIGNALS (Highway 99 & Citrus, Highway 99 & Texas, and Higaway 99 & Orange) A communication from the Division of Highways , State of California, relative to traffic signals at the above intersections was presented and read. The Division of Highways stated that according to their count there was not enough cross traffic at ( F High 99 and Texas Street to warrant signals at this time. They recommended semi- (1 activated signals at the Highway and Citrus and fully activated signals at the High- wsnr and Orange Street . After some discussion a motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Counsilman Van Diest, that a resolution be adopted approving the proposed plan of toe Dat e*/ k..,14.40,4414n and that the Citta i w 3e of the cost ice Pei „ w,=:,c of g� COMMUygNNIgCATIO S Baso " a3 it § . s}nSi(7sr� UNIC TIO -1t1 tc �'ewtriga 6aS and esusec, b ,t - .e Raq, d Cro- s n®s irk_ the Cit f Co as presentee and read." *e ,,_ .`. . -s. ret *be directed to the piviaion of HigYwWys supporting the request of the City of Colton to have " 41 Mti= corrected. ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER The matter of delagatinii authority to someone in the city administration during the absence of the City Manager was brought up for discussion. After due consideratioi a motion was made by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimous y carried, appointing Julius Edward Harp Assistant C" ity Manager as of this date. Councilman Putnam brought up the matter of the lack of supervision in the Street Department and after some discussion presented a motion that a letter be directed to Peter Burk, Jr. , who is now in the service, to determine if Mr. Burk expects to return to his former position in the Engineerts Office when discharged from the service. Als ! if he would desire the City to endeavor to obtain his release from active duty in orde that he might return a once. The motion was seconded by Councilman Clapp and unani- mously carried. Mr. Harp was directed to write such a letter. , r _____ i e preDarationg apf Sat and specifications for bo the sewer 1ant and the outfall sewer � line and that 'the existing contract with them be reviewed by the City Attorney. Following the above action a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried that no further work be done relative to . a !ewer bond issue and directing the City Attorney to so notify the bonding attorneys. , CONTRACT FOR GASOLINE Awarding of the contract to supply gasoline for the City of Redlands for the per- iod February 1st, 1952 to January 31st, 19534 beingthe next. item of business, the following motion was made by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and unanimously carried, that the Tide-Water Associated 0i1 Company be awarded the contract ,) their bid being deemed the best bid to meet the requirements of the City. APPLICATIONS An application by the Department of Drama, University of Redlands , for permission to hang a banner across Orange Street at State Street during the week of January 11th through January 18th, for the purpose of advertising their coming production of "Hay Fever" was approved providing they furnish the banner, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. • AUTOMATIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS (Highway 99 & Citrus, Highway 99 & Texas, and. nlaii 99 & Orange) A communication 'from the Division of Highways , State of California, relative to traffic signals at the above intersections was presented and read. The Division of Highwais stated that according to their count there was not enough cross traffic at neva' 99 and Texas Street to warrant signals at this time. They recommended semi- activated signals at the Highway and Citrus and fully activated signals at the High- way and Orange Street . After some discussion a motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Counsilman Van Diest, that a resolution be adopted approving the proposed plan of the Highway Commission and that the City share of the cost be paid out q gasoline tax allocations . The resolution was adopted by the following vote : d e $$ a H saw eJ Ayes; Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp and Mayor Folkins. torab ed `,si ' g `QI aotI Noes : None °J o Absent : Councilman Thornquest. ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER The matter of delegating authority to someone in the .city administration during the absence of the City Manager was brought up for discussion. After due consideration a motion was made by Councilman Van n Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanitious ,y carried, appointing Julius Edward Harp Assistant C" ity Manager as of this date. Councilman Putnam brought up the matter of the lack of supervision in the Street Department and after some discussion presented a motion that a letter be directed to Peter Burk, Jr. , who is now in the service, to determine if Mr. .Burk expects to return to his former position in the Engineer' s Office when discharged from the service. Alsc if he would desire the City to endeavor to obtain his release from active duty in order that he might returnn e-„ once. The motion was seconded by Councilman Clapp and unani- mously carried. Mr. Harp was directed to write such a letter. 71 unanimously carried, to grant permission to use driveways in the parking lot for ingres and egress providing the persons making the request rented the back parking space on the south side of the parking lot- at a rental of $15.00 per month. APPLICATIONS wo applications for transfer of water contracts with Option "B" , one from Frank M. and Isabelle K. Perry to Jose M. and Jacintha Mello and the other from Frank M, and Isabelle K. Perry to Amos and Mary Chaves , was approved on motion of Councilman Thorn quest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. An application by the American Legion Post #106 for use of the City Hall Auditori and the Council Chambers for the purpose of holding a District meeting on Apr11 20, 1952 was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. An application by Miller and Miller, 240 East Congress Street, Colton, for permissi n to install, at the Standard Station, Inc . , Orange Street and Highway 99, City of Redlanl ua one 6000 gallon underground storage tank and one 5000 gallon underground storage tank, k:`1 replacingone 2000gallon tank and three one 1000 .,..+ gallon tanks , was approvedron motion c` of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. COMMUNICATIONS A communication from the Industrial Division of the San Bernardino &cal Estate Board urging the City to co-operate in forwarding a movement to otaa additional yvater , by joining the Met_raaolitan Water District, was presented, read and ordered filed. A communication from Rau B. Speer. S,g„Zt. of Schools, requesting a survey to deter- mine the advisiability of installing flashing signals on Colton Avenue in front of the Franklin School and at the intersection of Texas and West Colton avenue - was presented and referred to the Chief of Police for stagy and recommendation. F A Fire Insurance Polio issued by the Hardware Mutual Insurance Company in favor of G.A. Schoen covering City-owned property at the Northwest corner of Colton and Orange: Streets in the amount of $15,000.00 was presented and ordered filed. A report from the Southern California Edison Company showing a cross receipt for the calendar year ending December 31, 1951, and the franchise payment due thereon was presented and ordered filed. A communication from the League of California Cities relative to legislation now pending to permit, integration of OAST and existing public retirement systems was read and a motion was regularly mare, seconded and carried that letters be sent to Senators Knowland and Niln and Congressman Sheppard urging them to support the proposal. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The matter of accepting a deed from the Crescent Grove Homes , Inc . , for sewer easement in Block 8, Residence Tract, was again brought up and on motion of Councilman Thornouest, seconded by Councilman Van Meat, the recommendation of Assistant Manager Harp to accept the deed was approved. ORDINANCE #940 Ordinance #940 " an ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, to control the loitering4 of persons under the a e of , � t-- �, eighteenYe era was present9d for the second time, read in .detail, and adopted by the following vote : k Ayes ; Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins Non-: None ri Abse r t : Councilman Clapp ORDINANCE #941 Ordinance #941, an ordinance of the City of Redlands , California, requiring persons convicted of certain crimes who shall come into or be within the City of Redlands, to register in the office of the Chief of Police of said City, was presented for the second Uwe, read in detail and adopted by the following vote : Ayes Councilmen Putnam, Van Diest, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins Noes.: None Absent : Councilman Clapp DEED FROM WESTERN FR:JIT GROWERS, INC . A deed for a parcel of land, 501 x 250' , located on Brookside Avenue, executed by Ithe Western Fruit Growers_ Inc. , infavor of the City of Redlands for Street purposes /l Only was accepted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. RESOLUJTION 't705 A resolution urging the State Board of Equalization of the State of California to recommend to Governor Earl Warren that this City' s duly authorized Sales Tax officials be permitted to examine State Sales and Use Tax returns pursuant to Section 7056 of the Revenue and Taxation Code , was presented by Attorney Wilson and adopted on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. RIGHT-OF-WAV EASEMENT TO CAPITAL COMPANY The matter of the City Granting an easement to the Capital Company for a right-of- w� over city property in Reservoir Canyon was again brought up and discussed. It was brought out that the property to be benefited by this right-of-way might possibly be subdivided and also that there was a matter of water being furnished la the citl , to irri• ate shrubbery along the proposed right-of-way to be looked into, therefore this matter was tabled fort wo weeks to allow further investigation. ,- --. NEW BUSINESS The last half of the City taxes on Lots 16 & 17, Orange Street Add. , recently acquired by the City of Redlands , was ordered cancelled on motion of Councilman Thorn- quest, secondedby Councilman Putnam. — A lease agreement prepared by the County Board of Supervisors covering the re- modeling and leasing of a portion of the Hall of Justice for the Justice Court was pre- stinted by the Attorney. The lease, as drawn up, was unsatisfactory as to rental pay- ments and length of time. The matter was laid over and the Assistant Manager and —`*d tc try to mzrtit4te 3 lease along lines suggested by the members of pity Manager theTheerenen and the ager tla. igtendant showing tie pia I � E2eed w ratee R live r 4-f meter, instal t z ioQ and service n rwtemeaTt connections eactttciotv R ixed , e121.2; - ; time but a resputiamh t 7r o esMedt edor 74bruary were pek. t rf rates 7F31I be Presented at the nsxtularrtmeeting ! ' Qf .G"OStngiJ, for action. � r; y ) ------- --- Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins None Abs ,eft : Councilman Clapp 1 ORDINANCE -941 Ordinance #941, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, requiring persons v convicted of certain crimes who shall come into or be within the City of Redlands, to register in the office of the Chief of Police of said City, - was presented for the second ) 1 time}, read in detail and adopted by the following vote : Ayes ; Councilmen Putnam, Van Diest, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins Nj,- ea.: None i Absent : Councilman Clapp DEED FROM WESTERN FRUIT GROWERS, INC . A deed for a parcel of land, 501 x 250' ; located on Brookside Avenue, executed by the Western Fruit Growers, Inc. , in Lairg,r of the City of Redlands for Street 29:2goses /I Only was accepted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. RESOLUTION 4705 A resolution urging the State Board of Equalization of the State of California to recommend to Governor Earl Warren that this City' s duly authorized Sales Tax officials be permitted to examine State gales and Use Tax returns pursuant to Section 7056 of the Revenue and Taxation Code , was presented by Attorney Wilson and adopted on motion of Councilman Thornquest , seconded by Councilman Putnam.. RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT �Q CAPITAL COMPANY The matter of the City Granting an easement to the Capital Company for a right-of- ' w`y over city property in Reservoir Canyon was again brought up and discussed. It was brit outt that the property to be benefited by this right-of-way might possibly be ,subdivided and also that there was a matter of water being furnished la the cite to irri, ete shrubbery along the proposed right-of-way to be looked into, therefore this matter was tabled fort wo weeks to allow further investigation. ..----- 7 NEW BUSINESS !' The last half of the City taxes on Lots 16 & 17, Orange Street Add., recently acquired by the City of Redlands , was ordered cancelled on motion of Councilman Thorn- quest, usgsgsa by Councilman Putnam. A lease agreement prepared by the County Board of Supervisors covering the re- Imodeling and leasing of a portion of the Hall of Justice for the Justice Court was pre- jIseented by the Attorney. The lease, as drawn up, was unsatisfactory as to rental pay- Invents and length of time. The matter was laid over and the Assistant Manager and rytorney instructed to try to negotitate a lease along lines suggested by the members ofi trot Council. REPORTS Reports of the Fire Department and the City Treasurer for the month of February were sflanted and ordered filed. sioo . ------ 75 3. The flotlia:hters, to advertise the play "Harvey." d- The Jiwanis Club, to advertise a benefit show. rs%.loition by the ar,cmlIQ glut of Redlea$4 tem ?ermission to hold a pommunity .4&A44AS for the benefit of tce '"1, tla I,,e400.w,t-esry d#.. < "k. ._' th, 19b2, at the Triangle I1 f f r .5Y a r n c 9. to noon on sgSp�coaiti b b t r t srfl tP00 it s f th'e ` 3't ` 'Yb April 13t4 foraster Sunrise Service and for 12 consecutive Sunday evenings, begtritii ' Ja t, 5apwieding September 7, 1952, was approved. SAILULLa hem; The following_.to:,ra. t .t.ions were prewaat , aelset. . a z " . From Dr. M.E. Cosand, County Health Officer, confirming the appointment of City Clerk H.R. Whaley as assistant Registrar for the purpose of receiving, filing and issui certified copies of vital statistics. From C.T. Johnson, Regional Coordiglnator, Region 8, Civil Defense, commending Mr. Sid Conner, Redlands Civil Defense Director, for excellent Civil Defense planning done by Mr. Conner and his staff for the City of Redlands. CI From the Southern California Gas Company attaching a certified statement showing the amount due the City for the period Jan. 1, 1951 to Dec. 31, 1951, inclusive,: under the franchise with the City. From Mr. J.H. McClelland, 91 Texas Street, objecting to the proposed extension of Center Street to connect with Texas Street. From Congressman Harry R. Sheppard relative to legislation to allow Cities to par- ticipate in an. From the Leagueof California Cities, P a "Report -to the Cities." UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution #706, (loot Cleaning) A resolution authorizing the Posting and Cleaning of vacant property within the City was presented and duly adopted and the City Manager authorized to advertise for bids covering the necessary cleaning. LEASE ON PORTION OF HALL OF JUSTICE I A lease agreement between the City of Redlands and the County of San Bernardino covering a portion of the Hall of Justice for a term of th ree(3) Tears commencing on the airat day of January, 1952 and ending on the 31st day of December, 1954, for a total rent of Eighteen Hundred Dollars ($1800.00) , payable quarterly, in arrears, on the, last day of each and every calendar quarter of said term in equal payments of One Hundred and Fifty ($150.00) upon the ._ p presentation of a quarterly statement, was presented and appro- ved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam, with the Mayor author-1 ized to sign in behalf of the City. CHANGE IN CITY WATER_ RATES A resolution setting up new rates for domestic and irrigation both inside and out- side the City of Redland$, adjusting installation costs and setting up rules and regula- tions covering the water department , was presented and after some discussion was laid hoover for further stud¢, on motion,of Councilman Clann, seconded by Councilman Tho3' ueft man Mayor Folkins cast the deciding vote, Council pass and Councilman Van Diest having voted against the motion. 3. The ,FQotlighters, to advertise the play "Harvey. " 4. The Kiwanis Club, to advertise a benefit show. An application by the 20-30 Club of Redlands for permission to hold a Community areakfast for the benefit of the "Little Leegue" on April 5th, 1952, at the Triangle no23satfggs uAand to block off Cajon Street from Orange to Citrus from 7-00 o'clock A.M. to noon on e3es4 d$41,44 the above date, was approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: From Dr. M.E. Cosand, County Health Officer, confirming the appointment of City Clerk H.R. Whaley as assistant Registrar for the purpose of receiving, filing and issuin certified copies of vital statistics. From C.T. Johnson, Regional Coordijnator, Region 8, Civil Defense, commanding Ma. I Sid Conner, Redlands Civil Defense Director, for excellent Civil Defense planning done C'a by Mr. Conner and his staff for the City of Redlands. From the Southern California Gas Company attaching a certified statement showing w the amount due the City for the period Jan. 1, 1951 to Dec. 31, 1951, inclusive, 'under the franchise with the City. From Mr. J.H. McClelland, 91 Texas Street, objecting to the proposed extension of 1 Center Street to connect with Texas Street . From Congressman Harry R. Sheppard relative to legislation to allow Cities to par- ticipate in . From the Leagueof California Cities , a "Report to the Cities." UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution #706, (Lot Cleaning) A resolution authorizing the Posting and Cleaning of vacant property within the City was presented and duly adopted and the City Manager authorized to advertise for II I bids covering the necessary cleaning. - LEASE ON PORTION OF HALL OF JUSTICE A lease agreement between the City of Redlands and the County of San Bernardino covering a portion of the Hall of Justice for a term of th ree(3) yearscommencing on the fftr+it day of January, 1952 and ending on the 31st day of December, 1954, fora tota4 sat of Eighteen Hundred Dollars ($1800.00) , payable quarterly, in arrears, on the last day of each and every calendar quarter of said term in equal payments of One Hundred and Fifty ($150.00) upon the presentation of a quarterly statement, was presented and appro- ved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam, with the Mayor author-' i zed to sign in behalf of the City.. . CHANGE IN CITY WATER RATES A resolution setting up new rates for domestic and irrigation both inside and out- side the City of Redlands, adjusting installation costs and setting up rules and regal&.-1 tions covering the water department , was presented and after some discussion was laid over for i'urther studt, on motion Wan,of Councilman nn, seconded by Councilman Thor aue!t man Mayor Folkins cast the decid ing vote, Council Putnaw and Councilman Van Diest having voted against the motion. 6 ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW Authorization was granted the park Department to assist in putting on the annual iI Flower Show staged each year by the Garden Club. I� NEW BUSINESS 1 Resolution #707 " resolution applying for an allotment under Chapter 20, Statutes of 1946, covering the State ' s share of the cost of the Texas Street Sewer and appointing Julius E. Harp, — Assistant City Manager, as the authorized agent of the Local Agency, was presented and adopted by the following vote: } Ayes ; Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : None (I ' Resolution # 708 iI A resolution to amend the present system of major City Streets by the addition of RESCENT AVENUE, from Se3entine Drive to Alessandro Road and NORTH UNIVERSITY STREET rom Citrus Avenue to Colton Avenue, was presented and adopted by the following vote : ffI Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None I' Absent : None HEAVY-DUTY TRAFFIC AUTOMOBILE The )<urchasiUS Daatamsnt was authorised to advertise for bids covertna the purchase of a "Heavy-Duty Traffic Automobile", a budgeteditem, on motion of Councilman Clapp, econded by Councilman Thorngutst. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: The City Treasurer, Police Department, Poundmaster and the Building Inspector for he month of March, 1852. } I CONTRACT FOR ANNUAL AUDIT 1 istant City Manager Harp was authorized to employ Faulkner, Oakes and Faulkner, Public Accountants, to prepare the Annual City Audit for the next threeears, y providing their charge meets with the approval of the Council, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. I ZLAL NNINO COMMISSION RICOMMENDATIONt At a pehular meting of the Redlands City Planning Commission, held at 4:00 o'clock P.M. , March 31, ,x, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the request of Willis R. and Charlotte IA 9den for permission to split a .i r extending between Elizabeth and Center Streets, described as a portion of Block 15 Smithts Subdivision #2, be approved. This recommendation was adopted provided e.}zrhs and Butters are provided on both streets as required by the 4 bdivision Ordinance of the City of Redlands. 2 That rolled curbs, four foot sidewalks on the property line with an eight foot parking allowing for a` four foot planting area int he DeVlieger Subdivision, Tract #3867 be approved. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp. 171 nese being operated by Mrs. James Lewis from her home on Knoll Road. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: Fire Department, Police Department and Poundmaster.,. Park Department for month of March , 1953. - Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : " Harry R. Whal y City Clerk Ar-l: Mayor of t City of Redlands, California 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Ir Redlands, California April 21, 1953 r.y 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of theCity Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins, ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS At this time Mr. E.V. Davies of the Thompson Lumber Company petitioned the Council for a variance to the Redlands dumbing Code to permit the moving of a new house from their lumber yard in San Bernardino to Orchard Street, west of Roosevelt Road in the Lyt e Subdivision. Building Inspector Phelps recommended the approval of this variance provided the Durham pipe under the house was replaced with cast iron pipe to meet the requirement of the Redlands Code, and on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this requested variance was approved. Police Chief Slaughter presented a petition for an amendment to Ordinance No. 788 said amendment to permit the changing of the age limit for pool-hall patrons to read 16 years instead of 18 years. Upon recommendation of the Police Chief and the City Attorney, Ordinance No. 755, amending Ordinance No. 788, was introduced, read in detail, �I and laid over under the rules. Councilman Putnam at this time brought up the matter of acquiring two additional water wells in the Loma Linda area as well as an inquiry as to the stage of completion of the present well. It is the opinion of Councilman Putnam that the present well should be put into operation as soon as possible, that two more wells should be drilled in this area in the very near future and that all three wells should then be put into operation in order that water rights in the big basin may be established. Mayor kolkins 6 brought out the possibility of both Redlands and Riverside joining the M.W.D. in which event there would probably be no court adjudication. Water Superintendent Ritchie stated ^I that as soon as the new budget was approved he planned to install the pump and sand i separator on the existing well and put it into operation. Councilman Putnam felt that it was vital that no delay be made in this operation and made a motion which would auth orize the use of unused funds budgeted to other projects in the water department for the purchase of the pump and separator, also that funds be set aside in the water department budget for 1953-54 to drill two additional wells in the Loma Linda area if needed. This motion was seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, with instruction to Manater Workman to expedite a report on the state of progress on planned schedule. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April 16th, 1953, the following recommendations were made to the Redlands City Council: 1. That the petition requesting the City to close and abandon Canon Road be deniej until such time as the petitioners provide for an adequate and satisfactory easement for horse trails to Sunset Drive. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was ved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elktns, and carried. . On the petition of Kirk A. Sjarring, the Planning Commission amended their pendation of January 30th, 1953, to read: All the property on the west side of Street , excluding the twenty feet on the east side of Ridge t\be dedicated to the rt or street purposes. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Put- tc d,, nd carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved.. ,.1 That the request of Frank A. and Stacey M. Berry for permission to change their -ty lines so that they will have two lots facing Colton Avenue instead of two lots facing on Tribune Street be approved provided the petitioners grantan additional 2+ easement on the west side of the property for alley purposes and that an adequate ease- ment for a sewer line be granted so that no building will be constructed over the sewer ( line. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and -carried, thi recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved, excepting the two foot easement for alley purposes, which the Council did not feel was necessary. -4-..0 That the request of Mr. Ivon .M. Pike for permission tosplit a lot 501 x 136' from the southern portion of his property at 705 West Lugonia Avenue be denied as the , lot size did not conform with Ordinance No.950. After Mr. Pike addressed the Council and signified his intention of increasing the 501 width to the required 601 , it was moved by Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, a nd carried, that this split be granted. Councilman Anderson left the Council Chambers at 8:10 P.M. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS The following final subdivision maps were presented for approval and on motion of iCouncilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign these maps pending receipt of proper bond : l 9 brought out the possibility of both Redlands and Riverside joining the M.W.D. in which event there would probably be no court adjudication. Water Superintendent Ritchie stated that as soon as the new budget was approved he planned to install the pump and sand I separator on the existing well and put it into operation. Councilman Putnam felt that it was vital that no delay be made in this operation and made a motion which would auth- orize the use of unused funds budgeted to other projects in the water department for the purchase of the pump and separator, also that funds be set aside in the water department r-,, budget for 1953-54 to drill two additional wells in the Loma Linda area if needed. This motion was seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, with instruction to Mana%er Workman to expedite a report on the state of progress on planned schedule. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April 16th, 1953, the following recommendations were made to the Redlands City Council: 1. That the petitioh requesting the City to close and abandon Canton Road be deniep until such time as the petitioners provide for an adequate and satisfactory easement for horse trails to Sunset Drive. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was x f 0w 1 1 ' carried. P?,"1 .5- That the request of Mr. Robert Burton for permission to oil .$. de of pdge split a lot 120' x 150' from the southeast corner of his *property Ideated at 1245- Columbia street=be approved itha '''„I ted to the no exceptions to the Subdivision Ordinance. On motion of Oi ty Councilman- Elkins, eabonAat by Csnuneflman Putamm, sad ' ; t Ilman Put- carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was Wt,tn, ;a ,. apprchted. Z -,-..s.4 e a ? i •i id. V r ° C' 14<j . „ ” � range their pi-ci ^d'a-try"T'rtin- ro-rxai'-tan ,**z-i 1 Haim -rrw-u .LL -r -rng- tic.1. Lon -wv�antxe--rnst"e'a rof two lots ' facing on Tribune Street be approved provided the petitioners grantan additional 2' easement on the west side of the property for alley purposes and that an adequate ease- ment for a sewer line be granted so that no building will be constructed over the sewer line. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, thi recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved, excepting the two foot easement for alley purposes, which the Council did not feel was necessary. R-S That the request of Mr. Ivon •M. Pike for permission to split a lot 50' x 136' from the southern portion of his property at 705 West Lugonia Avenue be denied as the 6 lot size did not conform with Ordinance No.950. After Mr. Pike addressed the Council and signified his intention of increasing the 50' width to the required 60' , it was mover' by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins, a nd carried, that this split be granted. Councilman Anderson left the Council Chambers at 8:10 P.M. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS The following final subdivision maps were presented for approval and on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign these maps pending receipt of proper bond: 199 Company in the amount of 48,894.76, being the lowest and best bid, be accepted. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this bid of the Service Pipe Line Construction Company was approved. • PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held July 16, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Henry Romo for permission to split property located at the northwest corner of Monterey Street and Carob Street be approved as follows : Split lots 33, 34, 35, 36, 39 and 40 into three lots to be designated as parcels A, B, and C, side- walks to be excluded and no exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. In connection with this request Mr. Romo presented a petition for the closing of the alley between Carob Street Street and Monterey Street, portion of Crescent Heights Tract No. 1982, approval of which petition was recommended by the Planning Commission provided adequate easements are provided for existing utilities. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Coun- � ' oilman Van Diest , and carried, these recommendations of the Planning Commission were approved. Resolution No. 741 authorizing the closing of this alley was presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote: Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : Councilman Anderson. sir Public hearing to change from Zone E or First Residential" to Zone C or- 9 Second Residential, thefollowing properties within these boundaries: s West boundary - Highway 99; North boundary extension of Home Place; East boundary - a line parallel with Roosevelt Road 120` feet- west' of `` Roosevelt Road; South boundary - Cypress Avenue from Highway 99 east to the t . storm drain, (330 feet east of Highway 99) , thence north along storm drain 120 feet, thence east to intersection of line 120 feet west of Roosevelt b> . v7Raad. The request for rezoning was made by a petition signed by M.W. Bailey and Floyd R. Lenox, principal owners in above area. There were no objections, made at this hearing. It was moved, seconded and carried unanimously that' the Planning Commission recommend approval of this change in zone with the a, following provisions :, Should any part of this property not be" subdividedey d but developed in one or more large units, all provisions of the, subdivision p, s ordinance are to be complied with for each unit. In addition, a service street with a minimum of 30 feet of paved roadway with curbs and gutters be a •• constructed parallel with Highway 99 from Cypress Avenue' to extension of Home Place; said service road to be to line, grade and specifications of Ci the City Engineer. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded<`by*touncilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was c,s approved, 3. That the request of Mr. H.H. Stacey for a zone change from Agricultural to Industrial for 7.9 acres located north of West Colton Avenue at New York Street be denied. The Planning Commission felt that this area should be retained at present as Agricultural with possible future development as First Residential. Mr. Stacey at this time addressed the Council with a request for reconsideration of this denial and a tem- 1 porary permit to park his trucks on his property until some more permanent arrangement can be made. No action was taken on the recommendation of the Planning Commission but on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, a permit as requested for a 60 day period was approved. — L WO plr 4. That the request of Stanton H. Sabin for a zoning variance to permit the erec- tion of a residence in two units on a lot between 1402 and 1406 Garden Street; first unii to be completed immediately and the second and complete unit of 1375 square feet to be completed on or before July 1, 1956, be denied. On motion of Couhcilman Putnam, sec- onded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commis- I sion was approved. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS - From Caroline S. Pike, on behalf of the Redlands Bowl Association and the Junior Associates of the Redlands Bowl, a request for Council approval of an all outdoor Hawaii dance , starring Hilo Hattie and her Hawaiian music , to be held August 15, 1953, in Sylva Park, for the purpose of raising funds in support of the Bowl programs. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this request was approved From Mr. K. E. Lewis, an application to lease city-owned property on Garnet Avenue and Mill Creek Road, Mentone, approximately 320 acres. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this application was approved withtne ex- pressed intent that no provision be made for water and Attorney Wilson was instructed to draw up said lease and agreement. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Mrs. J.E. Alexander, 306 Center Street, a suggestion that the name of Center Street be changed to Penperwood Drive. No action. Prom the Santa Ana River Water Study Committee, a communication relative to the participation of the City of Redlands in the proposed M.W.D. survey and a request for a contribution in the amount of $750.00 as the City' s share in this survey. As the amount of $500.00 had been budgeted for this wurvey, on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this requested total amount of 4750.00 was approved. 141. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 958, an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate and levying the property tax for the fiscal year 1953-1954, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote: • Ayes: Councilmen Van Dieat, Putnam, Elkins, and Mayor Folkins. Noes: None Absent : Councilman Anderson Attorney Wilson presented for Council acceptance an agreement between the City of Redlands and Joseph and Christine Karvelis and Charles L. and Julia Harter, said agree- ment having been previously approved in-lieu of improvement bond requirement. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the Mayor and the Pity Clerk were authorized to execute this agreement , also to accept a deed from Joseph i and Christine Karvelis and Charles L. and Julia Harter for the easterly ten feet of lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 of said Tract No. 3881 for street purposes. NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 959, Uniform Building Code of 1952, was presented by Attorney Wilson and read by Building Inspector Phelps. Considerable discussion followed relative to inspection of buildings considered earthquake hazards. Ordinance laid over under the rulls. U _ 0_ 0 Objective Plan. The Council felt that paragraph two might restrict potential industry and on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded DyCouncilman Osoun, ana carried, the oo- jective was endorsed with the recommendation that the above parapraph start with the words "One objective" instead of "Our objective". ORDINANCES Ordinance No. 978, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, designating Texas Street at its intersection with West State Street (also known as West Citrus Avenue) as a boulevard 'STOP' , read for the second time acid adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, tiomo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOES: None _ ABSENT: None UNFINISHED BUSINESS: The request of Mr.' Joe Head that the City furnish city water to 17 acres in Mentone in exchange for 54 shares of Rocky Comfort Water was discussed. Manager Workman brought the recommendation of Water Superintendent Ritchie to the Council. Mr. Ritchie Pelt that the City would gain nothing by the acquisition of these water shares and did not -C advise this transaction. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Ander- son, theCouncil concurred with the recommendation of the Water Superintendent. T .. {. The matter of flood control work on Fifth Avenue was again discussed. Because the cost estimated bythe County is in excess of the amount estimated by the City Engineer, action was tabled and the City Engineer instructed to make further study and recommendation. NEW BUSINESS. Engineer reported onthe cost of re-surfacing a portion of West Bern 'Avenue. Because the cost would exceed the budgeted figure of $5,000.00, Mr. Johnson suggested that it might be advisable to defer this project at the present and divert the available funds to the widening and straightening oC Orange Street at Colton Avenue, work to be done at the time of the remodeling of the buildings at the northwest corner of Colton and Orange. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, Manager Workman was author- ized to negotiate along these lines with the Division of Highways. The City Engineer brought the Council his report on recommended treatment of a storm water ditch on the E.D. Nickerson property at Cedar and Crescent Avenues." Mr. Nickerson had asked to be allowed to pipe the drain, fill in the ditch and erect buildings over it Mr. Johnson' s recommendation was to line the bottom of the ditch with a concrete shell and build a concrete archway over it, with no buildings to be erected over it. On motio of Councilman Romo, seconded byyCouncilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the City Engineer was approved. Manager Workman asked the Council to establish a policy relative to the maintenance and construction of curbs, gutters and sidewalks in the City. He brought out the fact that under the 1911 Act the property owner was responsible for the maintenance of the above curbs , gutters and sidewalks and that when not maintained in safe repair after notification by the City, said City should proceed with needed repairs and charge to the owner of the property serged. Mr. Philip Feenstra addressed the Council in protest to ( 3 this policy. Mayor Elkins then suggested the matter be given further study by the Council. No action. rAIc 4-n s W41 The City Manager presented a recommendation from the Police Department that a 4-way ' STOP' be approved for East Colton Avenue and Chureh Street. Attorney Wilson was in $*f t strutted to bring in the necessary ordinance. " ,,nli he :k. , The Police Department also sent the recommendation that Olive Avenue both east' and west of Ca on Street be made parallel parking. Councilman Anderson suggested that this be postponed until the diagonal parking problem on State Street and on Citrus Avenue could be cleared up. No adtion at this time. Councilman Marian then asked Council's opinion rs ,Mtive to the installation of 'YIELD RIGHT OF WAY ' signs in lieu of 'STOP' signs where practical. This has the endorsement of the Police Department and the Council approved. Attorney Wilson instructed to bring in necessaryordinance. Manager Workman reported thatt he protest of the Redlands Sanitary Laundry and Dry Clean- ers against the present sewer rental charge was without Justification and that camera- tive usage survey indicated the charges were fair. Mr. Workman stated that though Mr. Bradbury was not satisfied he did not recommend any modification of the charge. The Council agreed. 4 I� Mr. Frank Gilbert brought the Council an invitation on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce to a meeting at Council's convenience to discuss parking problems. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: 2(e4 Harr iy Whale 3 i � -- l®r Mayr of the City at Redlands 1 -0-0-0-0-o-o-O-o-o-o- i Redlands, Califronia • September 28, 1954 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting by written consent of all Council members. ((( Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper: Councilman Anderson entered the Council Chambers at 7:30 P.M. The meeting was opened withthe pledge of allegiance to the flag. This special meeting was called tor the purpose of considering the petition of the California Water and Telephone Company to have the alley directly behind the present 316 this policy. Mayor Elkins then suggested the matter be given further study by the Council. _112_ 44,014.,- , ��s in minutes;' i it meeting of� 30"k/sabot - 1,, lid The City Man „e` X0 :. d l - * "� ' STOP' be approve* i t1 4 . a a�' „ .�Y " � :St� t ► !d tei se i o tastructed to Or X ` � , The Police Department also sent the recommendation that Olive Avenue both eas and west of Ca on Street be made parallel parking. Councilman Anderson suggested that this be postponed until the diagonal parking problem on State Street and on Citrus Avenue could be cleared up. No adtion at this time. Councilman Morlan then asked Council's opinion relative to the installation of 'YIELD RIGHT OF WAY ' signs in lieu of 'STOP' signs where practical. This has the endorsement of t he Police Department and the Council approved. Attorney Wilson instructed to bring in necessary ordinance. I ( ( t , ( Manager Workman reported that the protest of the Redlands Sanitary Laundry and Dry Clean- ers a ainst the present sewer rental charge was without justification and that compara- tive usage survey indicated the charges were fair. Mr. Workman stated that though Mr. Bradbury was not satisfied he did not recommend any modification of the charge. The Council agreed. Mr. Frank Gilbert brought the Council an invitation on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce to a meeting at Council' s convenience to discuss parking problems. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. / 0 ATTEST: r HarrR. Whale ' ty ler • / May•j of the City ot Redlands 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- . Redlands, Califronia • September 28, 1954 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting by written consent of all Council members. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Councilman Anderson entered the Council Chambers at 7 :30 P.M. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag. This special meeting was called tor the purpose of considering the petition of the California Water and Telephone Company to have the alley directly behind the present t Redlands, California May 3, 1955 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place I of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Marian. The meeting was opened with t he pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Lawrence H. Sellers, State Street Christian Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of thei minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS •As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for an automobile for the water department, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: -1 From: Loge and Yount Redlands Ford Lange and Runkel Redlands Chevrolet A.C. Almind Redlands Studebaker Later in the meeting after study of the above bids, it was the recommendation of the Purchasing Department and the City Manager that the bid of Lange and Runkel, being the lowest and best for the City, be accepted. This recommendation was approved on motion \ of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. i ur 6 , y 4 . 1 Bids had also been called for the use of Floral Plunge for the 1955 season and the bid of the Redlands Swim Club was opened at this time. As this was the only bid sub- mitted and the offer was one advantageous to the City, it was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. Councilman Morlan entered the Council Chambers at 7 :15 P.M. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of t he Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April 26, 1955 the following recommendations were submitted tothe Redlands City Council: a) That the request of Mr. George E. Hull for permission to split 2 lots from property located on the east side of San Mateo Street between Cypress and Fern be ap- proved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Hull was present at the Council meeting and withdrew his request for this split. b) That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4863, located south of Sunset Drive west of Via Vista Estates, Robert Scarborough, owner, be approved with the provisions as set forth int he minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. A special meeting was held before this Planning Commission meeting for t he purpose of holding a special public hearing on a proposed amendment of the zoning ordinance by adding a new section R-1-D (Residential one deep lots. ) The area covered bythe new I section are all lots located w ithin t he following boundaries: Colton Avenue, Church Street, Brockton Avenue and University Street. S S T. Redlands, California May 3, 1955 7:00 o'clock P.M. • A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redeands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper, Absent : Councilman Morlan. The meeting was opened with t he pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Lawrence H. Sellers, State Street Christian Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the. last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS F As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for an automobile for the water department, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: rc From: Loge and Yount Redlands Ford Lange and Runkel Redlands Chevrolet A.C. Almind Redlands Studebaker Later in' the meeting after study of the above bids, it was the recommendation of the Purchasing Department and the City Manager that the bid of Lange and Runkel, being the ORAL PlTITION.S ' .as recommendation was approved on motion Frank Gime 4 rens , tie " ouifci n Romo. ps�esenting ` a statement 0 penitur des and . flsiueati - 'apprcval of the"k:udgeted`'item"of` tO#1.0„ Floral Plunge for the 1955 season and the R larl egn y .moped, Seconded end cams* that 4t be approved.' ' this time. As this was the only bid sub- the City, it was approved on motion of s:ambers at 7:15 P.M. =3f flP40,• ".rmission of the City of Redlands held' April 26, 1955 the following recommendations were submitted tothe Redlands City Councils a) That the request of Mr. George E. Hull for permission to split 2 lots from property located on the east side of San Mateo Street between Cypress and Fern be ap- proved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Hull was present at the Council meeting and withdrew his request for this split. b) That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4863, located south of Sunset Drive west of Via Vista Estates, Robert Scarborough, owner, be approved with the provisions as set forth int he minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. A special meeting was held before this Planning Commission meeting for t he purpose of holding a special public hearing on a proposed amendment of the zoning ordinance by adding a new section R-1-D (Residential one deep lots. ) The area covered bythe new si) section are all lots located w ithin t he fallowing boundaries: Colton Avenue, Church Street, Brockton Avenue and University Street. fil *) f t '.:“. )4•••1 After the hearing, it was moved, seconded and carried unanimously to recommend to the City Council the adoption of this amendment of the Zoning Ordinance 875. Council Action: A large number of property owners were present at the Council meeting. Addressing the meeting on behalf of the adoption of this ordinance were Stephen Kluck, William Boettger, Mrs. F.M. Scott, Donald McIntosh, Vernon Erickson, Mrs. Blanche Mitchell, and Mrs. May Luckenbill. Against adoption, Mr. E.R. Fisher and Mr. Ashel Cunningham. Peti- tions with 126 signers for adoption and with 17 against were read. After long discussion , Council suggested amending ordinance to delete the one square block where the owners objected. Thus amended, the ordinance was re-introduced by Councilman Osbun, read in detail and laid over under t he rules. FINAL APPROVAL FOR LOT SPLIT Final approval for a lot split for Mr. Arthur Miller of property located on Marion Road was gigen on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. The request of Mr. Langdon Buchl for a lot split of property on Oak Street had been tabled at t he last meeting of the Council at the request of Mr. Buchl. At this time Attorney CPamner, for Mr. Buchl, requested that -this lot split be referred back, to the Planning Commission for further study. This request was approved on motion of Councilma Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application fromt he Unity Center of San Bernardino for the use of either the Redlands Bowl or the Auditorium was presented and the Clerk directed to send this appli- cant copies of the rate schedule for both. Use requested for May 21, 1955. An oral request that the City Designate an area in downtown Redlands to be used by U. of R. students for hitch-hiking rides totthe University was presented by Manager W orkman. Council suggested some recommendation fromthe Merchants Division of the Chamber of Commerce before such a designated spot was approved. A question as to whether "B" Contract Water would qualify as an "Acceptable Water Stock" under Ordinance 988 was discussed briefly. It was the opinion of the Council that it would not qualify as the City would gain no additional water by the acquisition •1 this stock. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Redlands Y.M.C.A. a communication relative to Youth Week being observed in the schools. From the Redlands Sanitary Laundry, letter in protest to the proposed water rate increase. From the League of California Cities, Legislative Bulletin relative to Uniform Sale: Tax, Tideland Grants and Proposed Tax Limitation. From the P.T.A. of the Kingsbury School, relative to the City providing an adequate siren that could be clearly heard in case of an attack. Mr. Sid Conner informed the Council that the City has an adequate warning system and that he would so inform this P.T.A. group. . .ll 1 91 iC z I Redlands , Calif. June 5th, 1951 7 :00 o'clock P .M. I A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Preaent : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest, Clapp and Mayor Folkins; City it Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, City Manager Ham, Building Inspector Phelps, Attorney ii Wilson, Treasurer Godshall, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. li Absent : None. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of 'j the minutes be dispensed with and ,same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS i Mr. George Chotiner, representing the Meter Displays , Inc . , addressed the Council regarding a proposition covering the placing of advertising on parking meter posts. For the privilege of placing advertising on the parking meters a guarantee of $350.00 per 'j month on the basis of $1.00 per meter would be paid to the City of Pedlands. No action d 11 was taken at this time as the parking meters were not vet installed. II APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS The petition of residents on Sunset Drive between Ridge Street and Kincaid Street to have a street light installed was referred to the City Manager and Chief of Police flor investigation. �orG. � The following applications were presented and approved: 610511 1. Use of the Community Bowl September 30th, 1951, by the San Bernardino Convoca- tion Episcopal Church at a fee of $64.00. 2. Use of the Council Chambers by the _Regional Water Pollution Control Board No.81 on the afternoon of June 29th, 1951. j 3. permission to hang a banner across Orange Street advertising the play 'Dear 1 Ruth' by the Footlighters . 4. Use of the City Hall Auditorium by the Redlands High School for a Commencement , Dance on the evening of June 15th, 1951. 5. Use of the Council Chambers by the Citizens Committee on the evening of June a li 15th, 1951. 1114 6. Use of the Council Chambers by the Public Utilities Commission at 10:00 A.M. II June 7th, 1951. II ASSISTANT DIRECTOR CIVIL DEFENSE 11 On recommendation of the City Manager Mr. Sid J. Conner was appointed Assistant Director of Civil Defense at a salary of $300.00 per month � plus a X25.00 per month car allowance, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest . I 'I COMMUNICATIONS Ali The following communications were read and ordered filed : 11 From the Chamber of Commerce relative to the Redlands exhibit in the 1951 Orange Show. I' Pr 9 •From the Junior Chamber of Commerce requesting $1250.00 for the purpose of placing an exhibit in the National Orange Show in 1952. The Clerk was instructed to notify the Junior Chamber of Commerce that a sum of $1000.00 had been appropiated for this purpose. I i From the Division of Highways attaching an amended memorandum of agreement for maintenance of State Highways in the City of Redlands for the fiscal year July 1st, 1951 to June 30th. 1952. Resolution No. 696 approving the agreement was adopted by the follow- ing vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : None From the County Housing Authority relative to the low rent housing program within the City of Redlands, attaching thereto six copies of the water contract between the City of Redlands and the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino for the furnishing of water to the low rent housing project CAL-19-5. After ascertaining from the City Attorney that the proposed contract was properly drawn up, a motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to sign! the contract on behalf of the City of Redlands. Motion carried. In connection with the above matter Manager Ham was instructed to investigate the possibilities of the City obtaining the water 'stock covering the property Purchased for the housing site. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 931 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Zoning Ordinance No. 875 regulating the set-back of garages in the residential area and also the heighth of fences in the residential area was read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent; None ORDINANCE NO. 932 "An Ordinance of the City of Redlands providing for the establishing of parking meter zones and the regulating, controlling and providing for the inspection of the time perking of vehicles therein by the use of parking meters ; prescribing limits of time of parkingin parking meter zones; and providing for the enforcement of the Ordinance and punishment for its violation" , was presented , read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None I Absent : None RECREATION PLAN The matter of approving a Master Recreation Plan was again brought up and after some discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, that a public hearing be called relative to this matter on Monday evening, July 2nd, 1951. Motion carried. ,_ e ______________ NEW BUSINESS it At this time the proposed budget for the fiscal year 1951-52 was presented for adoption. Mayor Folkins announced that the Council was ready to hear any discussion relative to the proposed budget, whereupon Mr. Lloyd Meyers, Director of the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council regarding the possibility of including in the budget $1000.00 to be used toward the cost of entering a float in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade . "`A general discussion followed with Mr. Speer and Mr. , Brown speaking for the 'High School and University of Redlands relative to the benefit .to be derived from such an entry, After lengthy discussion it was decided that as long as the City had budgeted $1000.00 for an Orange Show exhibit it wouad not be feasable to also place an ' II entry in the Rose Parade. It was suggested by Councilman Putnam that the Junior Chamber;; of Commerce be contacted as to their preference between an Orange Show exhibit and a - V Rose Parade float, as the Council felt that only one event of this kind could be handled, t^ this year. ^1 No further discussion forthcoming relative to the budget, a motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried that the budget as submitted be approved. WAGE SCALE The new wage scale as provided for in the budget was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. ORDINANCE #933 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate and levying the property tax for the fiscal year 1951-52 was presented, read in detail and laid over under the rules. BIDS Authorization to advertise for bids on the following items was made on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam: 1. One Fire Engine. 2. Electric lamps for the next fiscal year. 9 3. Drilling of well in the Reservoir Canyon. Authorization was also granted for the use of a piece of fire equipment in the Junior Bowl Parade Saturday, June 9th, 1951. it ' REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : The Police Department , thel Poundmaster, the City Judge, the Fire Department, the Building Department and the City Treasurer for the month of May, 1951. • PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held June 4th, 1951, the following III recommendations were made : 1. The application of Mrs. Joyce I. Cochran for permission to construct a car-port on the north side of a duplex located at 214-216 Sonora Street within one foot of the property line be approved. 2 . That the petition of Howard Torkelson for permission to establish a garage for ! 1 4 Diesel truck repairing and truck salvage on the east side of Tennessee Street running 150 feet north from the A.T. & S.F.R.R. and 250 feet deep be approved. 3. That a tentative map submitted by Arthur Gregory. Jr. showing revision of lots in the upper portion of Monte Vista Estates known as Buena Vista Estates Unit No 2. Tract No 3755, Map No. 10 of Redlands Heights be approved. 4. That a tentative map of Brookside Subdivision, Tract 3756, as presented by Mr. Ralph Van Dyke be approved. o ' A motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, unanimously carried, that the recommendations be adopted. MISCELLANEOUS Councilman Putnam recommended that Mr. Harry Horton of El Centrq, Calif. be employed as associate counsel on water problems . The recommendation of Councilman Putnam was adopted on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp. Treasurer Godshall was granted permission to transfer to the general fund the debit balances in the plunge and square dance funds. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. '24e A2's- .4 1 Mayor of the City of Redlands Attest : 5471°1 /Q: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands, California June 19th, 1951 7 :00 o'clock P .M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Badlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest, Clapp and Mayor Folkins , City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, City Manager Ham, Building Inspector Phelps, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Godshall, Fire Chief T"omas and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last regular meeting, that the read- ing of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. Q 4 AAPPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS aeiC4)t, 101 The following applications were presented and approved: 1. Use of the Auditorium for a dance on the evening of June 23, 1951, by the Philip Marmolejo Post of the American. Legion. Rent 05.00. 2. Use of the Municipal Bowl for a lecture on the evening of August 16th, 1951, by the First Church of Christ, Scientist. Rent 30.00. 3. Permission to stage a fireworks display on the evening of July 4, 1951, at the Redlands Golf Course , b the Redlands Golf and Tennis Association. A 5 COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed ; From the State Board of Equalization notifying the City of a change in the owner- ship of an "On Sale Beer" license at 126 E. Central Avenue. From' the Junior Association of the Redlands Bowl expressing appreciation for the City' s assistance durning "Redlands Bowl Day" . From the College of Medical Evangelists expressing appreciation for the use of the Redlands Bowl on June 10, 1951, for their Commencement exercises . From the Division of Highways attaching a copy of the final apportionment of the gas tax allocation to cities for the 1951 fiscal year. An application by the Safeways Stores , Inc . , for a variance in Section 506 (d) of the Uniform Building Code, or more specifically requesting permission to set the proposed new Safeway Store, on North Orange Street, 8 inncch from the alley line instead CD C.`4 of the necessary 4 feet, was denied on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE # 933 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate and levying the property tax I, for the fiscal year 1951-52 was presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilman Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins. Noes : Nana.. II Absent : None_ ii BIDS. As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids covering the drilling of a ii water r well in Reservoir Canyon and the annual supply of electric lamps for the City, the[' following bids were publicly opened and declared: Well Drilling : Rosco-Moss Co. , Los Angeles, 500 ft. well, $10, 112.00. Over 500 ft. , $18.80 per lin. ft . Craig Drilling Co. , Long Beach, 500 ft. well, $9. 850.00. Over 500 ft ., $20.00; per lin. ft . After due consideration the contract was awarded, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , to Rosco-Moss Co. , their bid being deemed the best aid;. Electric Lamps : As the Burgess Bros . Electric Co. was the only bid submitted they were awarded the li contract on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. NEW J N BUSI ESS Brookside Subdivision: The final map of the Brookside Subdivision, Tract #3756, was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. County Health Department Contract. Fr 6 The contract between the City of Redlands and the County Health Dept. of San Ber- nardino whereby the County Health Department will perform all functions relating to the enforcement of all ordinances pertaining to public health and sanitation was approved on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION The following recommendation of the Planning Commission was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp : That the petition of Thys Feenstra for permission to split Lot 20i Carter Terrace Tract, and change setback line on Summit Ave. to 10 feet instead of 13; feet , be approved. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF BUSINESS Application for advance for plan preparation for non-federal public works. City Manager Ham presented an application to the Housing and Home Finance Agency USA, for an advance of federal 4unds to prepare plans and specifications covering a proposed sewer project in the City. After some discussion a formal resolution requesting the advance of such funds was read and adopted by a unanimous vote. City Manager Ham was appointed as authorized representive to replace City Clerk Whaley. South Mountain Water Stock. Manager Ham announced that 102 shares of South Mountain Water Stock had been offered. to the City at $100.00 per share by a Mrs. Norwood who in return would like the City to furnish her with water to irrigate a 32 acre piece of ground on Summit Ave. After a ( !great deal of discussion it was decided that the City was not interested at the present time in this proposition. Lease on City Owned Property. A month-to-month lease to B.P. Austin on a City-owned building located at the South-1 Rest corner of Texas Street and Colton Ave. , for a tin shop, at a rental of $30.00 per II month was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp. Attorney Wilson was instructed to draw up the necessary papers. NS() L 9/ PARKING METER LOCATIONS A formal resolution approving the location of the parking meters as per plot plan presented was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins , Noes : None Absent : None Manager: Ham announced that the heads for the meters had arrived and would be installed immediately. Treasurer Godshall requested and was granted military leave of two weeks for Deputy Treasurer Harry Woltman. Recreation Director Earl Bandy was granted permission to hold ballroom dancing at the Sylvan Park Corral on alternate Saturday nights during' the summer season, Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. 2Z c ,9 Attest : Harry R. Whaley / n.05 City Clerk iaayor the City of Re er nds A 7 Redlands ,California July 3, 1951 7 :00 o' clock P .M. • A regular meeting of the City Councils City of Redlands, held at the regular II place of meeting, with the Council sitting as a Board of Equalization, Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest, Clapp, and Mayor Folkins, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Building Inspector Phelps , Treasurer Godshall, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : City Manager Ham The Mayor announced that anyone wishing to protest any property assessment would be heard at this time. No protest forthcoming, the regular order of business proceeded!. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having ! previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of ''Il the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. r,^ ORAL PETITIONS Mayor Folkins called for oral petitions , whereupon Mr. Jack Moore addressed the Council relative to building a ball park on City owned property at Texas and Colton. Mr. Moore proposed that the City appropiate $10,000.00 for the purpose of purchasing supplies with the understanding that the Committee represented by Mr. Moore would. fur- 11 II nish all labor at no additional cost to the City. After some discussion a Committee consisting of Councilman Thornquest and Councilman Van Diest together with Recreation ,I Director Earl Bandy, was appointed to meet with the Committee represented by Mr. Moore to look into this matter and report back to the Council. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS The following petitions were presented and acted upon: Use of the City Hall Auditorium on July 26th, 1951 , by the Redlands Fish and Game Club for the purpose of showing pictures of Mr. and Mrs . Ralph Hammer' s trip to South III Africa. Approved. b I Permission to sponser a "Block of Dimes Drive " by the Redlands Zeta Rho Chapter of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority on February 16th, 1952. Approved. I; The petition of the San Bernardino County Fair Association to hang a banner ad- J vertising the County Fair, over Orange Street , during August , 1951, was approved. 11 IE The petition of the Redlands Council of Churches to hang a banner at Orange and State Streets advertising the Community Vacation Church School August 20th to August 31st was approved. The above two petitions were approved subject to the provision that the applicants! stand all expense of erection and removal of banners . The petition of the Council of Churches to drop 5000 leaflets from an airplane to '1 advertise the Community. Vacation Church School was denied. The petition of the Light House Full Gospel Church, (Pentacostal) , to erect a revival tent for the summer revival on their property on the corner of Sixth Street II and Stuart Avenue was approved. it 1 The petition of the Redlands Public Schools to close a portion of Roosevelt Road Fr 8 lying north of the junction of Beacon Street and Roosevelt Road was approved and Attorney Wilson was directed to draw up the proper Resolution of Intention. COMMUNICATIONSI 111 The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From the State Board of Equalization notification of an "Qn Sale" Beer license granted to the American Legion Philip Marmolejo Post # 650 at 111 West Central Avenue. From the Regional Water Pollution Control Board No. 8 thanking the City Council for the use of the Council Chambers on June 29th, 1951. II From the Argonauts Club of San Bernardino inviting the City officials to a breakfast to be held at Sylvan Park on Thursday, July 12th, 1951, at 7 :30 A.M. From the Santa Ana River Weather Corporation inviting the City. Council to a meeting to be held Tuesday, July 10th, 1951, at 2 :00 P.M. at the Riverside Women' s Club . 4092 Tenth Street , Riverside , California. From the Redlands Evening High School outlining the Redlands Community Forum' s program during October and November and requesting the co-sponsorship of the City_ of Redlands in this event. A motion was regularly made, seconded and carried that the City I co-sponsor the above program. From the J.M. Equipment Company of Modesto, California, offering to sell the City one Allis-Chalmers Motor Grader. This was referred to the purchasing department. From the San Bernardino County Fair inviting the City Council to the opening ' ceremonies at Victorville on Wednesday, August 22, 1951, at which time Mr. Mogle, Chair- man of the Board of Supervisors , will be honored. From the Motor Vehicle Department showing the apportionment of Motor Vehicle License Fees for the period December 1st , 1950, to May 31st, 1951. From the Founder' s Insurance Company a notice of the cancellation of the $5000.00 bond covering Edgar T. Ham, City Manager, to become effective July 19th, 1951, for the reason that this bond is superceded by a blanket bond carried by another bonding company. COMPENSATION INSURANCE POLICY A Compensation Insurance Policy covering the employees of the City of Redlands for the next fiscal year was presented and approved and authorization given to pay the initial down payment of $600.00 on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. UNFINISHED BUSINESS IIAttorney Wilson brought up the matter of parking meters and the location thereof. Under Resolution No. 696, passed at the last regular meeting of the Council, 450 park- ing meters are necessary to fully provide for the locations selected. Inasmuch as there are 23 more. locations than the City now has meters, the purchase of 23 more meters was authorized on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. II Attorney Wilson presented a report covering the present status of the East Lugonia Water Company lease and option, together with an opinion rendered by Attorney Horton covering. the City' s liability to the owners of stock covering 121 inches of water. Attorney Wilson stated that the option now held by the City to purchase certain East xugonia Water property must be exercised by October 1st, 1951. Motion was made by Council- !man Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, directing Attorney Wilson to proceed ', with the necessary steps toward exercising the above mentioned option. 9 The possibility of developing additional water on the East Lugonia property was discussed and a decision reached that the City Engineer be instructed to invest ate this matter. Councilman Putnam brought up the matter of the City of Redlands Joining a Metro- politan Water District and a motion was regularly made , seconded and carried that the Mayor communicate with San Bernardino, Colton, Rialto, and Riverside relative to this matter. i At this time Mr. Raymond Putnam addressed the Council requesting permission to sell, tickets at a ticket booth on the corner of Orange and State Streets for an Army style dinner to be put on by the National Guard Reserve for the purpose of purchasing uniforms'. Permission was granted on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnaml. Mayor Folkins announced that a public hearing relative to the Recreation Map which had been called for Monday evening, July 2nd, had been inadvertently bypassed and directed Attorney Wilson to publish a notice of a public hearing to be held on the above, -1 - -f matter within the next thirty days . This meeting to be held at a regular Council meeting. later Superintendent Burk brought up the matter of mailing post card. notices to alll water users relative to the conservation of water and was directed to proceed with this matte NEW BUSINESS j• As this was the time advertised for the opening and declaring of bids covering a new piece of fire equipment, the following bids were publicly opened and declared : I. From the Four Wheel Drive Pacific Co. , one fire truck, F.O .B. Redlands , $23,200.44 2 : From the Seagraves Corporation, one fire truck, F.O .B. Redlands , $20,633. 60 3. From the Food Machinery Corporation, one fire truck, F.O.B. Redlands , $17 .780.00 4. From the Mack Motor Truck Corporation, one fire truck, F.O.B. Redlands , $19,830.00 All the above bids subject to state and city sales tax. Along with the above bids was a communication from the American La France Fomite Corp. stating that they were unable to bid at this time. A motion was made by Councilman Thornquest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, that the above bids be referred to the City Manager and Fire Chief for study and recommendation. Extension of CENTER STREET Mayor Folkins brought up the matter of the extension of Center Street to Texas Street. It was brought out in the following disqussion that certain parts of the nec- essary land would be deeded to the City if and when the decision was made to extend Center Street . It was decided to wait until the City Manager returned from his vacation before going any further into this matter. FLOOD CONTROL Mayor Folkins stated that in his opinion further engineering study should be made of the Mill Creek Flood Control in the Santa Ana River. It was suggested that Congress- ma Shepard be contacted relative to any Federal appropiation available for this survey.', a ii ' AA Fr 1 10 BURNING OF ORANGE TREES Councilman Van Diest reported that he had received numerous complaints relative to the burning of orange trees on the location of the Federal Housing Project and after I considerable discussion a motion was made, seconded andcarried directing the Fire Chief to use discretion in the issuing of permits for the burning of trees. REDLANDS HEIGHTS WATER STOCK Water Superintendent Burk announced that 9* shares of Redlands Heights Water stock IIhad been offered for sale to the City by Mr. R.C . Dietrick. This matter was referred to City Manager Ham with the understanding that the City was interested in this purchase , REPORTS The following reports were read and ordered filed : The Building_Inspector, Fire Department , City Judge , City Treasurer, Police Department, Poundmaster for the month of June, 1951. Also the annual report of the City Clerk to the Board of Equalization, the Building Inspector, the Police Department and the Poundmaster for the year 1950-1951. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATTONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held July 2nd , 1951, at 4 :00 P .M. the following recommendations were made; That the request of Mr. and Mrs . C.W. Duke to split property located on the north- east corner of Myrtle and Clark Streets to enable them to sell one residence be approved providing a separate sewer is installed to connect the property located at 305 Clark I Street with the Clark Street sewer. A motion was regularly made, seconded and carried that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF BUSINESS Councilman Van Diest was granted permission to leave the continential limits of the United States . Police Chief Slaughter recommended the following loading zones : 1. On Fifth Street near the Facts office. 2; At 110 West State Street 3. In front of the Buick Agency 4. On E. Citrus Avenue in front of the Imperial Hardware A motion was made by Councilman Putnam. seconded by Councilman Van Diest , that the recommendations of Chief Slaughter be adopted. Police Chief Slaughter was also authorized to place reflector posts and paint red curb on a curve on Rossmont Drive which was deemed) a traffic hazard. II park Superintendent Staniforth addressed the Council relative to installing necessary rest rooms both at the Community Bowl and in Sylvan Park. Also, the possibility of clos-)I1 1 ing a portion of Sylvan Boulevard within Sylvan Park, to acquire more parking space. These matters are to be investigated and the situation taken under consideration by the IICity Council. The possibility of closing Eighth Street between Stuart Street and High Avenue was also brought up for investigation and study. _Sills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council r 1 adjourned. / , Attest : : r' ' R. Wale , 4. C y C er Ma or/o he City of Redlands i Redlands , California July 17th, 1951 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest, Clapp and Mayor Folkins , City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Building Inspector Phelps , Attorney Wilson, City Manager Ham, Treasurer Godshall, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting . that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved, ORAL PETITIONS The matter of the Recreation Field was again brought up and the Committee formerly appointed by the Mayor reported that they would like to present an alternate proposition) to-wit ; that the City set aside the $10.000.00 appropiation and the proposed site for a period of 90 days to allow the Citizens Group that length of time in which to obtain ct their share of the cost of the field. Mayor Folkins agreed that it was a necessary pro- test t but stated that the Council would not be able to allocate any money until the cost Ij of the proposed water development could be arrived at , whereupon Mr. Robert Campbell announced that if the City would provide the land the Committee of which he is a, member would raise all necessary funds to carry out the project. After much discussion, pro and con, a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the land be provided contingent upon the Committee producing $10.000.00, consisting of cash, labor and material, within 90 days , also with the provision that all revenue derived from concessions , etc . , be used for maintenance and improvement of the field. Motion carried unanimously. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application by William Vandergriff for a permit to operate a taxi from 128 East Citrus Avenue was approved. An application by the Regional office of the Civil Defense to have the old fire station building remodeled so that it might be leased by the State for a Civil Defense office was presented and discussed. It was decided that due to the traffic situation at that particular location the proposal would not be feasible. Therefore, Mr. C .T. Johnson, representing the Civil Defense , announced that the matter would be dropped at this time and that he would look elsewhere for a building. An application by Mr. Wallace to lease some East Lugonia land lying east of Garnet Avenue was turned down as the City did not desire to lease this property. 2 Ft. t!sI Sµ� SI An application by the College of Medical Evangelists, Loma Linda. for use of the ' Redlands Community Bowl on June 8th, 1952, for the purpose of holding graduation exer- cises , was approved. An application by Mr. Roscoe Deaton for a bus stop on Orange Street , north of ' Highway 99, was referred to Police Chief Slaughter for action. d ii r _ w An application by the Redlands Civil Defense for use of the Council ahambers for q warden' s meeting at 1 :30 P .M. , July 30th, was approved. An application by Mr. William Deaton for permission to operate an ambulance service from his home at 839 E. Citrus Avenue , was approved. An application by the "Youth for Christ, International, Inc ." , for permission to conduct a "Mile of Pennies" . program in Redlands on Saturday, August 11th, 1951, was denied. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From the State Board of Equalization a notification of an Alcholic Beverage License for "On Sale Beer" to Tony Adamo at 527-529 Orange Street , Redlands . From Hannaford and Talbot relative to future bond elections and issues . From the Colton Chamber of Commerce attaching thereto a Resolution relative to the patticipation by the San Bernardino Valley area in the Metropolitan Water Tliatrict, From the Pacific Coast Building Officials Confetence relative to the annual meetings to be held in Salt Lake City, Utah, September 18th to 21st , 1951. From the Speciality Salesman Magazine relative to Ordinances covering house to ' house solicitation. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Public Hearing to consider a Recreation Plan for the City of Redlands and Public Buildings was set for 7 :00 P.M. . August 7th, 1951. RIDS FIRE TRUCK The bids covering the purchase of a fire truck which were publicly opened and de- clared at the last regular meeting were again presented. The recommendation of the City Manager and the Fire Chief was for the purchase of this piece of equipment from the but the only bid that met all specifications Seagraves Corporation but in so much as this was not the low bid4\ it was decided after much discussion to throw out all bids and the Fire Chief was instructed to submit new specifications and advertise for new bids on a motion by Councilman Clapp , seconded by Councilman Putnam. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: The Annual Report of the Library, the Annual Report of Audit for the City of Redlands RESOLUTION NO. 697 A Resolution of Intention to close a portion of Roosevelt Road and a certain alley on the southern boundry of Fairview Tract No. 4 within the City of Redlands was pre- sented and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Clapp, Tho�nquest, Putnam, Van Diest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : lone Absent : None RESOLUTION NO. 698 A Resolution endorsing the joint City and County Planning Board of the County of San Bernardino and agreeing to support and cooperate with the rules and regulations and policies as may be formulated in order to carry out the program of Civil ian Defense 1 was presented and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Clapp. Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Nja-: None Absent : None PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS The following recommendations of the Planning Commission were presented : 1. That the petition of Mr. Hugh Irvine to split Block 36 , Redlands Heights Map No. 8, retaining the northerly 200 feet of Lots 3,4, 5, and providing a 301 easement — — on the westerly side of Morrison Street and the southern side of Crescent Avenue, and it the petition of Carl Luetke and Katharine If. McAfee to split Lot 2 , Block 36. Redlands Heights Map; No 8, with Carl Luetke as owner of the northerly 182. 59 feet of said Lot, and providing a 30 foot easement on the southerly side of Crescent Avenue to permit the !II Opening of Crescent Avenue in the future should it be desired, be approved. 2. That the petition of Mr. and Mrs. Rohn Hutton requesting a split of property to described as Lots 13, 14, 15, and portions of Lots 12, 16, Block 19 of Addition No. 9 of the 2nd Preliminary Map of Redlands , also indicating a 20 foot easement to permit •� i ingress and egress to these lots from San Mateo Street be approved. It was moved by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam, that the above recommendations be approved. Motion carried. MISCELLANEOUS City Manager Ham brought up the matter of wrecking the old city fire hall and using the hand for a parking lot. Motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that bids for the demolition of the building be called for. Councilman Clapp announced that the next meeting of the League of Cities would be held at Chino at 7 :00 P .M. , July 27th, 1951, and urged that all City Officials be pre s s 3t 18 I?, '3 0,3J Park Superintendent Staniforth suggested that the fee for the use of the Community Bowl be revised as the present charge was not sufficient to defray the cost of operating and cleaning after a program. The Council agreed to take this under consideration. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ' Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk Mayor o the City of Redlands it -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- 1I 1 II i �I J I Redlands, California August 7th, 1951 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Building Inspector Phelps, Attorney Wilson, City Manager Ham, Fire Chief Thomas, Police Chief Slaughter. absent : Councilman Van Diest. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS At this time Mr. Horace Hinckley addressed the Council relative to the pity of Redlands again participating in the rain making project for the year of 1951-1952. Mr. John Battle gave a resume of the results of the 1950-1951 rain making, After as- certaining that the other communities in the district were all participating, a motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously carried that the City of Redlands appropiate 01500.00 as their portionate share to- wards the rain making project for the next year. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS ' An application by the Valley of the Falls Businessmen' s Association for a permit to erect a large sign on property partly owned by the City of Redlands was discussed and a motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam, directing that the applicant be notified that inasmuch as the City of Redlands was not the sole owner of the property in question that they were not in a position to grant the re- quested permit. A petition by the Lincoln School P.T.A. for a permit to sponser a one-ring circus on the Lincoln School grounds on the evening of August 29th, 1951, was approved, A petition to remodel a residence at 525 Western Avenue for religious purposes was referred to the Planning Commission. UNFINISHED BUSINESS As this was the time set for a public hearing relative to a Recreation and Land Use Map, in conjunction with the City' s overall Master Plan, the Mayor called for any objection thereto. No objection forthcoming, a motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, that the public hearing be declared closed. No action was taken toward adopting the proposed map until Chairman Hales of the Planning Commission could be present to explain what the map entails. ' City Manager Ham brought up the matter of spraying the City owned orange groves for red scale. After discussion it was decided to spray all the groves except the one on Texas and Colton. A request by he Police Department to establish a pistol range on City owned property in Roosevelt Canyon was approved. 1. 5 Engineer Ham presented to the Council a detailed report showing the necessary im- provements and expansion in the water distribution system and after discussion at length, Councilman Putnam moved that the proposed plan be adopted on an overall basis and completed as material and Finances become available. The motion was seconded by Councilman Thornquest and unanimously carried. COMMUNICATIONS II The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: From Congressman Sheppard relative to the flood control in Mill Creek Canyon. stating that nothing could be done at this time because no funds were available. II From the San Bernardino County Fair Association inviting the City Council members to be their guests at the County Fair at Victorville August 22nd to August 26th inclusive. From the League of California Cities relative to AB 3217, stating that this bill had been referred to the interim committee for study. From the California Highway Commission requesting the City to adopt a Petition and Resolution relative to the Ramona Freeway controversy. A motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam, that the proposed resolution be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. ii From the American Society of Civil Engineers relative to bid requirements coverings professional engineering service. NEW BUSINESS City Clerk Whaley presented a request to have a resolution adopted changing the name of that portion of Crescent Avenue lying between Morrison Street and Yucaipa Avenue to Yucaipa Avenue. The above requested resolution was adopted on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp. Attorney Wilson brought up the matter of enforcing the taxicab ordinance in the City of Redlands and after d ue discussion the Council instructed the Chief of Police to notify the taxicab companies that they would be given thirty days in which to meet the requirements of the taxicab ordinance. Councilman Putnam brought up the matter of taking steps toward securing off street_I parking. This matter was discussed but no immediate action was taken REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : The Annual Report of the Fire Department and the reports of the City Treasurer, the Police Judge, Police Depart- ment, Poundmaster for the month of July, 1951. it PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held Monday afternoon, August 6th, ! the following recommendations were made : That the petition of Mr. Raymond L. Mathews for permission to construct and operate a grocery store at 916 Texas Street with a 35-foot set-back be approved with the stipula- tion that Mr. Mathews take care of the sidewalk maintenance and provide parking in the II rear of the lot with only one driveway leading off Texas St:{eta 1 6 2 : That the petition of R.H. Puckett for permission to split a piece of property located on the northeast corner of Cypress Avenue and Roosevelt Road be approved. 3 : That the petition of Mrs. Selma Kause for permission to move the property line t of Lot 9, Crescent Heights Tract No. 1982 east four feet onto Lot 10 in order to retain her patio wall be approved. After discussion recommendations No. 1 and No. 3 were approved on motion of Council- man Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp. I Recommendation No. 2 was ordered returned to the Planning Commission with instruct- ions that this petition be resubmitted in the form op a new subdivision. MISCELLANEOUS Water Superintendent Burk informed the Council that the City owned 10 shares of stock in the Barton Protective Association and 9820 gallons of smudge oil in storage. Mr. Burk desired to know what the Council wished to do with the above stock and oil. After some discussion it was decided to use the smudge oil, if possible/ for weed abate- ment and to sell the shares of stock after the oil had been used. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R'.`Whaley City Clerk I Mayor of he .City of Redlan•s -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0=0 a. Redlands, California 1 August 21, -1951 7 :00 o' clock P .M. ,J" A regular meeting of the City Council, City of, Redlands , held at the regular place of meter" eeting. Present : Councilmen Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins , City Manager Ham, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Phelps, Fire Chief Thomas, and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : Councilman Clapp and Councilman Van Diest. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having I previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. MASTER PLAN RECREATION MAP At this time Mayor Folkins called on Ed Hales, Chairman of the Planning Commission. I to explain to the Council just whatt his recreation plan entailed. Mr. Hales stated that it was a plan for future distribution of schools and recreation areas but definitely did not tie down any specific piece of property or create any cloud on property for future disposal. It simply sets out the future location of schools and recreation areas that will be necessary if the growthlof Redlandscontinues along the same lines as at present. uncilman Putnam advanced thetheory;that the heading "Recreation Plan" is a 17 misnomer. That it should be called "Educational and Recreational Plan" as it is tying the two activities together. The matter was rtgaroughly discussed, and the Council decided to again delay adoption of the same until all members of theCouncil could be present. !� ORAL PETITIONS Mayor Folkins announced that the Council was now ready to hear any oral petitions whereupon Mr. Roy Jackson addressed the Council relative to the Liability clause set up in the Taxi Ordinance. , stating that the amount as set up was prohibitive and request- ed that the ordinance be amended to make the Liability limits fiveto, ten thousand dollars personal damage and one thousand dollars property damage instead of $10,000.0Q/ $50,000.00 and $5,000.00 as now required. On recommendation of of the Qity Attorney a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest and unanimously ,adopted to amend Taxi Ordinance #906 as requested. The Council agreed to accept the jnlower liability limits as meeting the requirements of the taxi ordinance until the 7.1 ordinance could legally be amended. Mr. Robert Goodfellow addressed the Council relative to the Citizenship clause in ii the Taxi Ordinance, stating that he had never had "Time" to take out his papers and that this ordinance would prohibit him from driving a taxi. The Council stated that they would not change thispart of the ordinance but would not bar Mr. Goodfellow from driving provided he showed his good intention by starting proceedings at once to obtain his citizenship papers . NORTH ORANGE STREET LIGHTING At this time , Mr. Paul Gerrard, Chairman ,of the North Orange Street Lighting Committee, presented a petition to the Council to approve new lighting standards and better lights for Orange Street between Highway 99 and Colton Avenue. The merchants have raised enough moneyto paythe difference between the wooden g poles , furnished by it the Edison Company, and the steel poles dtsired by the merchants. The Edison Company will install the new lights providing the City will remove the old standards . The Committee also requested that all trees alongthe street be removed to obtain full bene- I q i fit of the pew lighting. The Edison Company has agreed _to remove all service lines from the street area and serve property owners from the rear. It was suggested the Telephone Companybe asked to do do likewise thereby leaving the street entirely clear of all wires,! The cost to the Citi of removing the standards will be approximately 8146.00 and the cost of removing the trees approximately $400.00. It was brought out during the discussion that the cost of removing the trees would be gained back by the City in about two years in the saving made from watering and caretaking of th!e trees , which would be dispensed , I . with. A motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest and adopted that the proposed p project be approved and that the City remove the old stand- ards and trees. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the property owners on West Cyoress avenue between Calon and Fourtb Street for an additional street light in the alleyway was referred to City Manager Ham for action. I 8 • An application by property owners on East Pearl Avenue to have a street light re- placed was referred to City Manager Ham for action. COMMUNICATIONS II The following communication were presented, read and ordered filed : From the Chamber of Commerce relative to the City of Redlands Joining in move to membership in the Metropolitan Water District . From the Chamber of Commerce requesting an appropriation of $250.00 to help meet I the expenses of the San Bernardino Valley Industrial Committee. This matter was tabled until a full Council could be present. From the Qtate Board of Equalization, a notice of a transfer of an "On Sale Generali' liquor license from Harry W. Krouse to Idus and Lora Lessley at 11-13 W. Colton Avenue. UNFINISHED BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO. 697 Resolution No. 697, a resolution of the City of Redlands, closing a portion of Roosevelt Road, was officially adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. OPTION ON EAST LUGONIA MUTUAL WATER CO. LAND Attorney Wilson presented a resolution exercising the option held by the City of Redlands on certain property in the name of the East Lugonia Mutual Water Company and advised purchase of same. A motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council- manI Thornquest, that the option be exercised. The motion was adopted by the following vote, to-wit : Ayes : Councilman Putnam, Councilman Thornquest and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : Councilman Clapp and Councilman Van Diest. METROPOLITAN WATER Mayor Folkins made a report to the Council relative to the progress being made toward forming a basin in this district. Mayor Folkins stated that the committee of Mayors felt that it were better to work through a volunteer agency such as the Chamber of Commerce than through some governmental agency. The Council approved this method and directed the Mayor to continue along the present line of working with the Committee to try to reach their goal of forming a separate basin in this district. NEW BUSINESS I (Bids on wrecking old fire station) As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the wrecking of the old fire station the following bids were publicly opened and declared : From the Cleveland Wrecking Co. , Los Angeles , asking $1950.00 and salvage. II From the Crane Service Company. Los Angeles , asking $595.00 and salvage. From the Y-itiarikte Rock and Gravel Co. .San Bernardino, asking 13889.00 and salvage. From the Standard Building Wrecking Cpt , Palmdale, offering to ,2AL-the City $150.00 for the privilege of wrecking the building and obtaining the salvage. The contract was awarded the Standard Bldg: Wrecking Co. , this being the lowest and bestbid, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest and unanimous.- 14 cra_rrt ai .,t'_ �, 19 -- - =- - --- REPORTS --- — - l The following reports were presented and ordered filed : I The Fire Department and the Building Department for the month of _July and the City Clerk for the fiscal year, 1950-1951. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held August 20th, 1951, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the preliminary map of Via Vista Estates Subdivisions Section No. 1, be anproved as to design. 2. That the tentative map of Lenox Subdivision, Tra t No. 3777 , being a portion of Lot 1, Blk F, Second Preliminary Map of Redlands , be approved with the provision li that Lot 15 thereof be divided into three lots . 3. That the final map of the Monte Vista Estates Unit No. 22 Tract No. 3755. be approved. Cl 4. That a Record of Survey of Blocks 5 and 14 of Smith' s Subdivision No. 2 be revised changing lot lines and establishing five lots instead of three on the north side of Elizabeth Street bounded by Burgess and Myra , Streets . A motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried approving the recommendations of the Planning Commission. MISCELLANEOUS City Manager Ham requested and was granted permission to advertise for 'Blacktop ' for the Street Department needs for the next fiscal year. An application by R.K. Haigh for a variance to the fire regulations to permit gasoline the installation of either one 7500 and two 5000 gallon tanks or two 7500 gallon gasoline tanks at 6th and Citrus Ave. was tabled until the next meeting asthe City was considering this property for off-street parking. I!I Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry Pt. Whaley City Clerk Mayor of a City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- 1 II 1 it k I 20 Redlands , California September 4th, 1951 7 :00 o'clock P .M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins , City Manager Ham, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Treasurer Godshall, Building Inspector Phelps , Attorney Wilson and Fire Chief Thomas. and Assistant Police Chf.Elliott . Absent : Police Chief Slaughter A motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Dr. Sidney Milbank addressed the Council relative to the Urban Redevelopment pro- ject, stating that the agency had completed the first draft of a 'Blighted Area' and that by the next Council meeting would be ready to present a Resolution to apply for National funds to proceed with the preliminary survey work. This matter was discussed and questions asked relative to the obligation of the City. No action was taken but the matter will be brought up again at the next Council meeting. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS ' 1An application by Dan J. O'Leary, for a refund of- taxes on a piece of property purchased by the Redlands Schools , in the amount of 816.09 , was approved on motion pf Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Applications for the use of the City Council Chambers by the Civt1..Defense on Sept. 11, 1951 and by the Red Cross on Sept. 12, 1951, were approved. COMMUNICATIONS A communication from the Redlands Recreation Committee relative to a balance of 8633.00` which remains in the Recreation Fund contributed for a teen-age center. The Recreation Commission recommended that this balance be turned over to the Redlands Recreation MemorialAPark fuhd. After lengthy discussioq a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquestrand unanimously carried that the balance of 8633.00 now on deposit at the Bank of America be transferred to the Redlands Memorial Recreation Park fund, to be used for recreation purposes. II ' UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Recreational Plan and Map was again presented for study. A motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried that this matter be tabled. The application of Mr. R.K. Haigh for a special permit to install two 7500 gallon ' gasoline tanks on the property at the Northeast corner of 6th and Citrus was again presented. Thai application had been held up at the last Council meeting to enable the Council to investigate the possibility of purchasing this corner for off-street parking. The committee had reported that the property was not for sale and the only way the City could take possession was through condemnation. After some discussion it was decided LI that this would be too costly for the City. Therefore, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, the special permit requested was granted. Attorney Wilson reported that under a title search of the old fire station property it had been discovered that in 1902 the owner of the building on the west had been granted permission, for the sum of $200.00, to tie his building onto the west wall of the fire station building. Therefore, it was deemed best to leave the west wall standing. A proposition by Mr. Mead of the Standard Building Wrecking Company of Palm- dale to wreck the old fire station building leaving the west wall standing at a consider'I- ation of salvage only was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council- man Thornquest. NEW BUSINESS BIDS ON PLANT-MIX As this was the time advertised for opening of bids covering the purchase of 10,000 C; tons, more or less , of plant-mix, the following bids were publicly opened and declared : From Matich Brothers , Colton, Calif. a Plant-Mix $ 3.95 Ton Tax . 158 Ton Rental for Barber Green machine 14.00 Hour " `"" Motor Grader 9.25 Hour " Tandem Roller 6.75 Hour , From E.L. Yeager Company, Riverside, Calif. Plant-Mix 4.33 Ton r'2 x -7173g Ton Rental. for Barber Green Machine 14.75 Hour " " Motor Grader 9.25 Four " Tandem Roller 7.00 Hour After due consideration a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp and duly carried that the contract be awarded to Matich Brothers , this , being considered the lowest and best bid. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : The Police Department, Poundmaster, Building Department and the City Judge for the month of August , 1951. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting, of the Planning Commission held at 4 :00 P.M. Sept. 4th, 1951, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the petition of Harry M. Lintz for permission to construct a sarage thirteen feet from the frontproperty line and in line with the residence at 1111 1 West Ij Sunset Drive be granted. 2. That the petition of Robert B. Blumenthal for permission to divide and split his premises located at the southeast corner of Palm and Center Streets to create separate parcels , the corner parcel to have 8000 square feet with a frontage of 105 feet on Center Street and the other parcel to have 6000 square feet with a frontage of 75 feet on Center Street be approved. 3. That the petition of Robert B. Blumenthal for permission to practice as a Certified Public Accountant at the premises boated at 805 Center Street be denied. . n J . _ 90 Fid 4. That the petition of Mr. and Mrs . H.L. Jakle to split property on Hilton Avenne between Cajon Street and Garden Street which is a portion of Lots 7 & 4, Block 6. Map No. 1, Redlands Heights , more particularly described as follows : Beginning at a point II on the southerly line of Hilton Avenue, said point being 226.12 feet easterly from the northeast corner of Lot 6 of said subdivision; thence southerly along a line parallel to the west line of Lots 7 & 4, a distance of 229. 5 feet ; thence easterly along a line parallel to thersoutherly line of said Hilton Avenue 120 feet ; thence northerly along I a line parallel of said westerly line of Lot 4 & 7, 229. 5 feet to a point on the south- erly line of said Hilton Avenue ; thence westerly along the southerly line of said Hilton Avenue to point of beginning; be approved. 5. That the petition of Don Figains to split Block 5 of Cajon View Tract No.2232 making 90 footats of Lots 4 & 6, ),e approve& After due discussion the recommendations of the Planning Commission were approved with the exception of items 2 and 3 which were laid over for further study. A request by Treasurer Godshall to permit Mr. Blumenthal to operate under his present license until definite action could be taken on his request was also approved. MISCELLANEOUS _ Manager Ham presented Resolution No. 701 adopting the_budget and approving the memorandum of agreement for expenditures of gas tax allocation for major and secondary I city streets. The above Resolution was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : Note Manager asked and received authorization to advertise for bids covering the pur- chase of city garbage. M1 Sills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. il? . Attest : arry1R. Whaley City Clerk Mayor o a City Sec an s 1 -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California September 17th, 1951 7 :00 o'clock P.M• A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular ' place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins , City Manager Ham, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas , and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent) None. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having 23 previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Ij At this time the Council recognized Dr. Sidney Milbank, Chairman of the Community Redevelopment Agency , who addressed the Council relative to a resolution passed by the Agency approving the preliminary advance application for Federal funds to assist in the local slum clearance and urban redevelopment project . The .Agency requested the Council to adopt a resolution approving the advance application and authorizing Sidney Milbank as Chairman of the Redevelopment Agency to execute and file such application with the Housing and Home Finance Administrator, together with such additional information and data and documents as may be required by said Administrator. The Council, having already made a study of this matter, adopted Resolution #702 appbovi g the application for funds and authorizing Sidney Milbank, as Agency Chairman, to file such papers and documents as required by the Housing and Home Home Finance f r. =."3 Administrator, by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : None I; APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS A petition by Harry Johnson for a permit to operate a bus line within the City limits was presented and discussed. It was finally approved, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried, to grant Mr. Johnson a temporary permit, requiring no business license, until January 1st , 1952, at which it time a formal application for a franchise would be presented if Mr. Johnson still de- sired to operate the bus line. A petition by the Redlands Union High School District for cancellation of unpaid taxes on the Southerly 279 feet of Lots 6 and 7 and the Southerly 279 feet of the Easterly 23 feet of Lot 8, Watkins Addition, City of Redlands, which the School has recently acquired, was presented and a motion was duly made, seconded and carried authorizing cancellation of that portion of taxes due from the date the property was acquired by the school. An application for use of the Community Bowl by the Redlands High School Alumni li Association on Oct. 20, 1951, from 4 to 5 PM was approved. An oral application by Mr. Frank Neu, representing the V .F.W. , for use of the City Hall Auditorium one night a week to hold drill practice for their Ritual Team was dis- II cussed at length. A suggestion was made by Councilman Clapp that the Armory might be 1 @vailable for such purposes . City Manager Ham was instructed to investigate this possibility. A motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest j and carried, that the V.F.W. be permitted to use the Auditorium one night a week, at a minimum fee set by the City Manager, until such time as other arrangements can be made. COMMUNICATIONS Clerk Whaley presented a communication from the State ,Pmplovees Retirement System ralative to having an acturial survey made to ascertain the cost of amending the City' s II II Pr 24 contract to include all amendments to the Retirement.Act up to the present time. It was disclosed that thissurvey, if made before January 1st, 1952 , would cost approximately $275.00. After due consideration a motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded i II II by Councilman Putnam and duly carried, authorizing the actuarial survey. A communication from the County Health Department Officer was presented and read, wherein the County Health Department requested the City to adopt a Poultry and Rabbit Slaughtering Qrdinance similar to one adopted by the County on May 14th, 1951. A copy I of this County Ordinance was given to each councilman for stud. No action was taken at this time. Authorization was granted for a transfer of water contract with Option B to Floyd R. I and Vera May Sandefur from Langford Groves , on motion of Councilman Thornquest , seconded by Councilman Putnam. A discussion followed relative to the cost to the City in making these transfers and a motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman utnam, placing a ,gharge of $5.00 for such transfers after the first of October, 1951. Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for wet garbage the following bids were publicly opened and declared. From Roy V. Schutt , Calimesa, two bids, one of $25.00 per month for garbage placed in the city hopper and one for $40.00 ply month for nine months of the year and $25.00 I per month for th;ee months of the year for garbage picked, un at its source in the bidders own equipment. As these were the only bids received the contract was awarded to Mr. Schutt on his second bid of picking up the garbage at its source. WATER DISCUSSION, At this time a general discussion arose relative to thewater situation in Reservoir Canyon. It developed that water from a well recently drilled in that location was trans- porting the water off the property in violation to an agreement entered into some years ago between the City and the property owners . A motion was made, seconded and carried that a letter be drawn up by Attorney Wilson, to be signed by the Mayor, protesting the trans- op rting of water off the property so long as the City furnishes_them cheap water for. irrigating purposes . Mayor Folkins presented an application by Clyde Hays for permission to build a I bridge across the "Zanja" north of his home on E. Citrus Ave. The Council indicated that they had no objection but could not grant a permit as the "Zanja" is really private property. REPORTS The report of the City Treasurer forth() month of August was presented and ordered I filed. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held at 4 o'clock PM Sept. 17th, 1951, the following recommendations to the City Council were made. 1. That the petition of Miss Maude Garland for 'permission to split a piece of property located on the NE corner of Citrus Ave, & Lincoln St. creating'' lot 155 feet 9 ti +s77f on Citrus Ave. and 140 feet on Lincoln St. , all measurements from the center of the street, be approved. 2. That the petition of Mr. Carl Leutcke for permission to split the above proper-I it ty into two lots , the corner lot to have a frontage of 95 feet on Citrus Avenue and 140 feet on Lincoln Street with a 65 foot setback on Citrus Ave. , and a 40 foot setback on 1 Lincoln St. , and the second lot with a 60 foot frontage on Citrus Ave, 140 feet deep, with a 65 foot setback, all measurements from the center of the street , be approved. B. That the tentative map of Tract No. 3784, Ellis & Teal Subdivision No. 1, being!j a subdivision of Blk. 10 of the revised map of Blocks 10 & 11, Smith' s Subdivision No. 3 and Blocks 6 and 7 of Smith's Subdivision No. 4, be approved. 4. That the tentative map of Tract No. 3785, Club House Estates , Lots 14, 15 andII 17 of Sunset Heights , being Unit #1 of three units , be approved. A motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and unanimous- ly carried, approving the recommendations of the Planning Commission. PP g � TI BLUMENTHAL PROPERTY The matter of the petition of Robert B. Blumenthal for permission to practice as 1 a Certified Public Accountant at 805 Center Street was again brought up and discussed. Upon motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried it was decided that a permit be granted to Robert Blumenthal to conduct his practice as a Certified Public Accountant at the premises located at 805 Center Street . That this permit is a personal one to the said Robert Blumenthal and as such is not trans- ferable and does not constitute any zoning variance property rights to the said location. The granting of this permit is further subject to the said Robert Blumenthal placing a covenant on record that upon transfer of the title to the within property that the City Zoning Ordinance in effect at that time shall govern the use thereof. The petition of Robert Blumenthal fpr permission to divide and split his property located at the Southeast corner of Palm Avenue and Center Street to create two separate parcel, the corner parcel to have 8000 square feet with a frontage of 105 feet on Center Street and the other parcel to helve 6000 square feet with a frontage of 75 feet on Center Street , having been laid over at the last meeting of the Council, was again presented and approved on motion of Councilman Thornquest , seconded by Councilman Putnam. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS IF BUSINESS Manager Ham requested and was granted permission to advertise for bids covering the 'I purchase of 5500 feet of 16" steel pipe and 6000 feet of 12" steel pipe. Manager Ham was also granted permission to use the Council Chambers for an engineers meeting at 12 :30 PM. , September 26th, 1951. Police Chief Slaughter presented an oral petition by Van' s Taxi for a taxi stand on North Orange Street in front of the Pacific Electric Depot. After some discussion the request was denied on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Council Putnam. Chief Slaughter was instructed to have double white lines painted on the street at "• the intersection of Colton Avenue and Texas Street . ORDINANCE #934 SII 26 - - --------- -__ ----- .. ----- - --_-__._-._ _ An ordinance of the City of Redlands establishing Blvd. Stops on certain inter_ec . sections within the City of Redlands was presented, read in detail and laid over under! the rules. I Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : arry )19:ra ey City Clerk Mayor of e City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-Or0-0- I Redlands , California October 2, 1951 7 :00 o'clock, P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins , City Manager Ham, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Taylor, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Phelps, Treasurer Godshall, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : None. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having I previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the ' minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mayor Folkins asked for oral petitions and a Mr. Nunes of 1505 Orange Street, add- ressed the Council relative to a pepper tree in front of his home as being a hazard. This matter was referred to the park Department for investigation. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS The matter of pharge on the Bowl to the San Bernardino Convocation Episcopal Church was discussed and on the recommendation of the Park Superintendent the fee was reduced to $30.00. An ,application for use of the City Hall Auditorium on the evening of October 9, 1951, by the Civil Defense, was approved. 11An application by "The Footlighterg" to place a banner across Orange Street at State Street, to advertise their play "Kiss and Tell" , on October 25, 26 and 27, 1951, was approved. No charge to be made for hanging and removing the banner by the City. A petition by property owners to close a portion of an alley lying northwest of the Brookside Ave. Sub. was discussed and referred to the City Manager and Street Depart- ' went for investigation. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented , read and ordered filed. From the Pacific Electric Railway Company relative to the amount due the City under their franchise . f? From the $edlands Coordinating Council requesting the Council to concur with the schools in requesting the State Recreation Commission to make a survey of recreational II needs in the City of Redlands. After much discussion it was regularly moved, seconded and carried, that the Mayor make the written request. From the Redlands Community Music Association thanking the Police Department for their assistance during the past season. From the Recreation Director of the Patton State Hospital thanking the Police Dep- artment for the courtesies to the ,Hospital patients during the bowl programs for the • past season. From the State Board of Equalization attaching a table, of figures showing the amount of exemptions allowed in the different counties of the State, From the Public Utilities Commission notifying the City of a hearing on an appli- !I'I cation by the Pacific Electric Railway Company for an increase in rates,. 1Cr ORDINANCE NO. 934 rp Ordinance No. 934, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands , creating certain boulevard stops , amended to include Highland Avenue for its entire length, was re-introduced, read in detail, and laid over under the rules . FIRE PROTECTION OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS Attorney Wilson presented a request from the prangedale Packing House desiring to enter into an agreement with the City for Fire Protection covering the packing house. The agreement called for a ,yearly "Standby" payment to the City and in case of a call the expenses of the Fire Department on the call to be paid by the packing house. After long and heated discussion a motion was made by Councilman Clapp that the 9 Itv maintain their present policy and refrain from entering into any agreements for fire protection outside the City Limits with the exception of the present Mutual Aid Agreement now in effect. The motion was seconded by Councilman Van Diest and passed by the following vote : Ayes : Councilman Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp and Thornquest. Noes : Mayor Folkins Absent : None. NEW BUSINESS Manager Ham requested and was given authorization to advertise for bids for the drilling{ of an 18 inch water well in the Loma Linda district. Manager Ham announced that the wrecking of the old fire station had been completed ', and was authorized to put "black-top" on the lot to prepare it for parking and also to paint the side of the wall left standing. Manager Ham was authorized to have the necessary plot maps drawn up covering addi- tional burial lots in the hillside Cemetery. Manager Ham announced that automatic signals would probably be authorized at Texas,,1 ,Street and Highway 99 and also at Citrus and Highway 99 by the State Highway Department. ' He suggested that the City' s share of the cost of these signals be taken from, the Gas- oline Tax Fund. The city Manager' s recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman it ( Clapp, Seconded by Councilman Thornquest. I 91, saL) Manager Ham brought up the matter of a 25 foot easement bordering Lot 3, Redlands Heights Map # 2, now held by the City. Manager Ham recommended this ,easement be vacated, allowing the property to revert to the land from which it was taken, as the City has no need of it. The recommendation of the City Manager was approved on motion of Councilman ! Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van n est. Park Superintendent Staniforth brought up the matter of new Rest Rooms and Sewer at Sylvan Park. After some discussion this matter was laid over until a study of avail- able funds could be made. A request by a school in San Bernardino to purchase three old picnic tables from the Park Department was presented by Mr. Staniforth. The request was approved on re- commendation of the park Superintendent. The matter of adopting a Rabbit and Poultry Slaughtering Ordinance was again brought up. Mr. Elliott , of the County Health Department, explained the reasons for such an ordinance and Attorney Wilson was instructed to prepare the necessary ordinance for in- troduction at the next meeting. REPORTS The reports of the Fire Department, Police Department, pound Master and City Treas- ure for the month of September were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held October 1, 1951, the follow- ing recommendations were made : 1. That the petition of Mr. & Mrs. C . T. Norwood to split a portion of Lot 7, Block 2nd Preliminary Map of Redlands, be approved. 2. That the petition of Mrs . H. S. Stewart to split Lot 9, Block. 45, Smith' s Sub- division No. 2, be approved. The above recommendations of the Planning Commission were adopted on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. ZONE VARIANCE An ,application by Mrs. Harry M. Lintz for a variance to the set-back ordinance which had previously been denied was brought up for re-consideration. Councilman Clapp and Thornquest stated they had investigated the above matter and in their opinion Mrs. Lintz should be given the variance she requested. After studying the situation and on recommendation of the Building Inspector a motion was made by Councilman Thorn- quest, seconded by Councilman Clapp that the set-back variance be granted. The ,motion carried. Mayor Folkins declined to vote, MISCELLANEOUS Park Superintendent Staniforth reported that he had received application to use Sylvan Park facilities for a dog-training project. As this had been permitted in the past a motion was regularly made , seconded and carried that permission be granted and any license fee pertaining there to be waived. Police Chief Slaughter presented a sample ph'amplet illustrating safety measures in the protection of school children and was ,nstructed. to check on the cost of a sufficient on to supply the elementary school children in Redlands . Chief Slaughter to report number on this at the next meeting. IICouncilman Clapp was granted permission to absent himself from Council meetingsI until the second meeting in December, also to leave the continental limits of the United 'I states . ll Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. i I d No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council I II djourned. 1. ttest : ,, 4/12_ //Harry R. Whaley, 7 , ,- or-el....-1_, Ij City Clerk Mayor ofi the City of Redlands it I -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- II Redlands, California October 11, 1951 8:15 o'clock, A. M. 11 I ' A special meeting of the City Councils City of Redlands , held at the regular place '�1 Ci ;� of meeting. -s II Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins , City I Clerk Whaley, City Manager Ham and City Attorney Wilson, Absent : None 1 As this special meeting was called for the sole purpose of accepting an offer by II I the Housing and Home Finance Agency, Community Facilities Service : to advance $19 ,000.001 to the City for plan preparation for non-federal public works and as other general bus- 1 iness was to be considered at this time, a written consent by all members of the Council to consider general business at this meeting was obtained. RESOLUTION NO. 703 WHEREAS, the City of Redlands has applied to the Housing and Home Finance Agency, Community Facilities Service, for an advance for plan preparation for non-Federal public works , and I WHEREAS, an offer of such an advance in the amount of $19,000.00 has been made ! to the City by said Housing and Home Finance Agency, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that said offer be and it is hereby accepted by the City of Redlands , and Edgar T. Ham, City Manager, is hereby authorized to execute II and agreement with said Housing and Home Finance Agency. The above ,resolution was presented and on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by II1 Councilman Thornquest, duly adopted by the following vote , to-wit : Ayes ; Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins. j Noes ; None II Absent . None J ENGINEERING COMPANY On ,'ecommendation of City Manager Ham a motion was made by Councilman Thornquest , 1 seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously carried , authorizing the City Manager to 1 1 employ the firm of Curry Engineering Company to prepare the plans and specifications for y the proposed sewer project. 1. V i LA I 30 QUIT CLAIM DEED TO GILL BATTERY The matter of clearing up the title on a parcel of property on West State Street being purchased by the Gill Electric Mfg. Company from the Southern California Gas Com- pany was brought up and discussed. In order to clear up a cloud on the title to this Property a motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unant imously carried that the City issue a quit claim deed covering any interest the City Light have in this property after an investigation and approval by the City Attorney. No furthur business demanding attention at this time, on motion the Council adjourned. Attest : ~ R. Harry RR. Whaley City Clerk Mayor of the City o Redlands 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 Redlands , California October 16th, 1951 7 :00 o'clock P.M. . This being the time set for the regular meeting of the Redlands City Council and there being no quorum, the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Tuesday, October 23rd, 1951, at 7 o'clock P.M. LTh Attest : H:R�. Whaley City Clerk r Mayor Red/lam; of a City of ands,�if. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California October 23, 1951 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins, City Manager Ham, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Godshall, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent: Councilman Clapp. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. , p � �� APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS E An application by the White Distributing Company for a special permit to install two 7, 500 gpllon underground tanks on the Southwest corner of 7th Street and Highway 99 to supply a proposed service station att hat location was presented agd granted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. A petition by property owners on East Citrus Avenue between 5th and 6th Streets to have parking meters installed in this block and to change the parking from parallel to angle parking was submitted. After study the petition was approved as to parking meters but the parallel parking now in use, to be retainced , on motion of Councilman Putnam., seconded by Councilman Thornquest. L- 31 WATER CONTRACT WITH OPTION "B" A water contract with option "B." to be transferred to Old Town Rancho, a partner- ' ship, was presented and the Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to sign same in the name of the City of Redlands on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Council- man Putnam. �I COMMUNICATIONS it The following communication were read and ordered filed : From - The State Board of Equalization, a notice of an alcholic beverage license application by Alfreda Barrios, 1140 Herald Street for Off Sale Beer and Wine. From - Herbert A. Miller, Rt. 2, Box 734, Yucaipa, relative to parking on Univer- sity Street Between The S.P. and A.T & S .F. railway tracks. From - The Redlands Chamber of Commerce relative to free off-street parking lots. From - Patton State Hospital relative to use of the Floral Plunge neat season. From°- The Girl' s Physical Education Faculty of the Redlands High School, thanking r.,2 -y the City for the gap of Sylvan Plunge after school hours during the past season. From - The Controller of the State of California notice of issuance of State Con- troller' s warrant covering the City' s share of the Alchol Beverage License Fees for the jl period March 1st, 1951 to August 31st, 1951. From- The Saint Paul Mercury Indemnity Comapny notifying the City of the cancel- lation of Policy # 1401928, covering Comprehensive General and Automobile Liability to take effect at 12:01 A.M. November 16, 1951. This communication up a brought general g discussion relative to insurance. Mr. Richard Montgomery, representing the Redlands Insurance Agents Association, addressed the Council regarding the difficulty of obtain- ing 'I bids from other carriers covering this insurance because of the high loss ratio in the City of Redlands . Mr. Montgomery presented a letter from Mr. Brooke Sawyer, which was read in detail, giving the bids which the Association had been able to obtain. A bid from the United Pacific of $8,311.59 per year was the lowest bid presented. No action was taken at this time as the Council wanted to make a thorough study of this matter. E.E. STOKES PROPERTY CLAIM A claim in the amount of $1,000.00 for property damage caused by a sewer backing up was filed in behalf of E.E. Stokes, 845 W. Brockton Avenue, Redlands , California, by !I Cunningham, Parry and Holcolb , Attorneys at Law. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, this claim was denied. ORDINANCE #934 II c ( Highland Ave. - Center St. - First St. ) An Ordinance of the City of Redlands , California, designating certain streets as Boulevards and certain intersections as stop intersections was presented, read in detail ' for the second time and adopted by the following vote : II Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : Councilman Clapp. I 32 ORDINANCE #935 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands regulating the Slaughtering and Sale of Rabbits and Poultry was introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules. RAIN-MAKING AGREEMENT Authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign, in behalf of the City of Red- lands , an agreement between the City and the Santa Ana River Weather Corporation, for the purpose of rain-making, was made on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. GARBAGE CONTRACT Authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign, aicbn:trAdt agreement between the City of Redlands and Roy V. Schutt of Calimesa, California, for the collection of certain garbage within the City of Redlands, was made on motion of Councilman Thornquest seconded by Councilman Putnam. BIDS (Steel Pipe) As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids covering the purchase of steel pipe the following bids were publicly opened and declared. : On app. 6000 ft. 12" 10 gauge steel pipe. Plus Howard Supply Co. , Los Angeles , Calif. $2.0011 per lin. Ft. (Frt.& Tax)I Inc . Southern Pipe and Casing Co. , Azuza,Calif. 1.94 " " " (Frt.&. Tax) Armco Drainage & Metal, L.A. 1.95 " it " (Plus Tax) Herco Products , Riverside, Calif. 1.96 " " " (Plus Tax) Neal Supply Co. , Bell, Calif. 2.30 " " " On app. 5500 ft. 16" 10 gauge steel pipe. Howard Supply Co. $2.5078 per lin. ft. (Plus freight & tax) Southern Pipe and C,sing Co. 2.65 " " " (Freight & Tax inc. ) Armco Drainage & Metal Prod. 2.65 " " " (Plus Taxes) Herco Products 2.69 " " " (Plus Taxes) Neal Supply Co. 3.25 The bid of the Howard Supply Company, being considered the lowest and best bid, a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, to award the contract to them. Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS Manager Ham requested and was granted permission to obtain estimates on cost of installing a 10" sewer line on Texas Street between Brockton Avenue and Lugonia Avenue, Manager Ham reported that a contract had been entered into with the Currie Eng. Co. to prepare plans and specifications for a proposed sewer project and that the first 25% of the Federal loan for this purpose had been received. ELLIS TEAL S WIVISION The final map on Tract 3784, Ellis & Teal Subdivision, was presented for approval. The question of taxes on property being subdivided was brought up by Treasurer Godshall. A motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, that the final map be approved providing all taxes mon the property have been paid to date. Motion carriled. I a3E. REPORTS �I The report of the Building Inspector for the month of September was presented and ordered filed. ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER On recommendation of City Manager Ham, Julius E. Harp was appointed assistant to the City Manager in charge of finance and accounting. The appointment was made on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilmen Van Diest and Thornquest and unanimously carried. Chief of Police Slaughter brought up the matter of parking on the old fire hall lot and after some discussion it was decided to retain the policy of two hour parking until meters can be installed. The matter of automatic traffic signals on Orange and Colton was again brought up and discussed and the City Manager directed to have a traffic count made on this corner li ;n to determine if automatic signals could be installed. Also the matter of the best way „2 I to handle the flow of traffic on The Terrace was discussed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. II No further business demanding attention at this time the meeting was adjourned to an Adjourned Regular Meeting at 1 :00 o 'clock P.M. , October 25th, 1951 off/(. Attest : H.R. Whaley City Clerk y� Mayor of t ity �of Redtalif. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, Calif. October 25, 1951 1 :00 o' clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins , City Manager Ham, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold and Attorney Wilson. Absent : Councilman Clapp. STEEL PIPE BIDS The City Manager recommended that the action taken at the regular meeting held October 23, 1951, wherein the contract to furnish the City of Redlands with 6000 ft. of 12" 10 gauge steel pipe and 5500 ft . of 16" 10 gauge steel pipe was awarded to the Howard Supply Co. , be rescinded and the contract be split, awarding the Howard Supply Co.'1 the 16" pipe contract and the Southern Pipe and Casing Co. the contract for the 12" pipe.1 IOn motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, the recommendation of ' the City Manager was duly accepted. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a meeting of the Planning Commission hels October 15th, 1951, at 4 :00 P .M. the following recommendations were made. 1. That the application of Mr. Chester Gilmore to split a piece of property on Fountain Avenue be approved. 2. That the tentative map of Trast 3790, being a subdivision of a portion of Lot %� Pr 34 31, Block 77, Sancho Sen Bernardino, be approved. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the recommenda- tion? of the Planning Commission were approved_. City Manager requested and was granted permission to affiliate the City of Redlands with International Organization of City Managers. A discussion arose relative to off street parking lots and the Clerk presented an offer from owners of two lots on Cajon Street, between Vin and Olive Avenue to sell these lots to the City. After some further discussion the Clerk was directed to obtain, t1 if possible, a 30 day option on the property. An application by the student body of the U. of R. to use the Community Bowl on October 26th for their annual Pajamarino, was granted on motion of Councilman Thorn- quest, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. A general discussion arose relative to Liability Insurance for the City. No action was taken at this time. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : H.R. Whaley City Clerk Mayor o f'•'e C y o Reg an' s -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California November 6th, 1951 7::DO o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins, City Manager Ham, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Phelps Fire Chief Thomas, and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : Councilman Clapp. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mayor Folkins called for oral petitions from the floor, whereupon Dr. Sidney Milbank presented a communication to the Council advising them of the appointment of Mr. Loyd H. Myers as director of the Community Redevelopment Agency, to take effect as of January 1st, 1952, at a yearly salary of $5000.00. Dr. Milbank asked the approval Of the Council to the appointment of Mr. Myers . It was brought out in the discussion which followed that the Redevelopment Agency had full authority to make the appointment without Council approval so therefore the communication was orderedfiled without action by the Council. Mr. N.L. Levering addressed the Council expressing appreciation for the new street lights on East Pearl Avenue and suggesting that a xew surface would also be appret4 ated_ r-' 03 • Mr. Levering then brought up the matter of the Sales and Use Tax in the City of Redlands I relative to its application on liquor establishments within the City. Attorney Wilson informed Mr. Levering that the Use Tax Ordinance was in process of being revised to in- clude the taxing of liquor: safie within the City and would be ready for adoption by the first of January, 1952. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An applicathon for the use of the Council Chambers on the evening of Nov. 13th, 1951, by the Co-Ordinating Council, was approved on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconed by Councilman Van Diest. A petition by A.J. and Emma Mae Schott to close an alley of Highway 99, between Orange and Fourth Streets was presented and laid over for further consideration on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, COMMUNICATIONS The followingcommunications were ;., presented, read and ordered filed. From the Division of Highways showing the apportionment of the October, 1951, quarterly payment of the gas tax allocation for expenditures on City Streets in the cities in District V111. From the Redlands High School expressing appreciation forthe use of the facilities at Sylvan Plunge this past season. From the 1951 County Grand Jury relative to the use of Liquor Tax revenue for the control of drinking and possession of liquor by minors under the ABC Act. Ij UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Liability Insurance) The matter of purchasing Liability Insurance covering the City of Redlands was again brought up and after due consideration the contract was awarded to the United Pacific Indemnity Company, their bid, with a $1000.00 deductible on property damage , of $7 ,729.21 being deemed the lowest and best bid, on motion of Councilman Thornquest , seconded by Councilman Putnam and passed by the following vote : ;I Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : Councilman Clapp ORDINANCE #935 Ordinance #935, an ordinance of the City of Redlands , amending Ordinance #848 entit- led "An Ordinance adopting and prescribing a health code for the City of Redlands" , by adding thereto Sections 68A, 68B, 68C, 68D, 68E, 68F, 68G, 68H, 68I, 68J, 68K, 68L, 68M regulating the slaughtering of Rabbits and Poultry, etc , was presented, read in detail forthe second time and adopted bythe following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : Councilman Clapp. NEW BUSINESS BIDS 1. Sewer line on Texas Street from Brockton to Lugonia . This being the time advertised for the opening of bids covering the purchase of 1500'! of 101 cement Sewer Pipe and the installing thereof on Texas Street between Brockton and Lugonia, the following bids were publicly opened and declared : SLA Pr 36 • Pipeline Construction Company of Riverside, Calif. $3.31 Per Ft. Concrete Conduit Company of Colton, Calif. 4.62 " " Seccombe and Seccombe of San Bernardino, Calif. 4.41 " " Tri-City Sewer Contractors of San Bernardino, Calif. 4.63 " " The bid of the Pipeline Construction Company being deemed the lowest and best bid, was accepted and the contract awarded them on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by ' Councilman Thornquest and unanimously carried. 2. Rotary Drilled Water Well. This being the time advertised for the opening of bids covering the drilling of a water well in the vicinity of Loma Linda, Calif. , the following bids were publicly opened and declared : Craig Drilling Company of Long Beach, Calif. $ 9,710.00 Over 500 ft. , per ft . 18. 50 John Beylik, Hemet, Calif, 8,622.00 Over 500 ft. . per ft. 14.90 Roscoe Moss Company, Los Angeles , Calif. 9,403.00 Over 500 ft. , per ft. 15.25 The above bids were referred to the City Manager and Water Supt . for study. A re- port of their recommendation to be handed the Council at an adjourned regular meeting Friday, Nov. 9th, 1951, at 1 :00 o'clock P .M. REPORTS The reports of the Police Department, the Pnundmaster, the City Judge and the Building Inspector for the month of October were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held at 4 :00 P.M. November 5th, 1951, the following recommendation was made. "That the tentative map of Tract No. 3806, being a Subdivision of portions of Lot 1, Blk. 7 , and Lot 1, Blk. 8, Smith' s Subdivision #2, City of Redlands, presented by Arthur Gregory and George Forsberg, be approved. Lifter some study of the map of the proposed subdivision a motion was made by Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be adopted. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF BUSINESS 1. A.J. Rolfe Lease Attorney Wilson presented a lease between A.J. Rolfe and the City of fiedlands covering pasturing and grazinpz of cattle on city-owned property lying East and West of Garnet Avenue in the Mentone district and announced that it was the desire of the Water Dept. to cancel this lease so as to prevent the running of cattle on this land. As there was a thirty-day cancellation provision in the lease , a motion was made by Council- man Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and duly carried, instructing the Attorney to notify the leasor that the lease would be cancelled at the end of the thirty day period, or approximately December 7th, 1951. 2. Ambulance Service in the City of Redlands Chief Slaughter brought up the matter of ambulance service for the City of Redlands , 4 stating that he had been informed by Mr. Deaton, who now operates the ambulance service that unless the City would subsidize the service in the amount of $500.00 per month he would be forced to cease operation. This announcement touched off quite a spirited discussion. Councilman Putnam stated that he was definitely opposed to any type of sdbsidy and suggested that perhaps the City should operate their own ambulance. Chief Slaughter offered some figures as to the probable cost of a City-owned ambulance . Councilman Van Diest suggested that an outside firm be contracted with. It was brought out that the time element made it unsatisfactory to bring ambulance service from an adjoining city. Mr. Deaton arrived about this time and presented f igures showing why it was not feasible to operate ambulance service within the city under the present conditions . Many suggestions were presented and it was finally decided to see if some- thing could be worked out whereby Mr. Deaton, with the assistance of the Police Depart G. ment , could continue to serve the City with an ambulance. 3- Off-Street Parking. - Attorney Wilson reported that he had, as directed, obtained a thirty day option on two parcels of property on Cajon Street between Vine and Olive, which could be pur- chased '! by the City for off-street parking. Also that he had received a proposal by Mr. j II Taft Abras to sell two vacant lots on East State Street to the City. This matter was discussed at length and the City Manager directed to investigate and report back to the Council. 4- Rest-rooms and sewer line in Sylvan Park. Park Supt. Staniforth again brought up the matter of the new rest rooms in Sylvan irk and at the Community Bowl. Also a sewer line in Sylvan Park. Some discussion follo%ed relative to the possible location of the rest rooms at the Bowl with Dr. Lloyd 3illiard suggesting they be placed back of the Prosellis if possible. The matter of finding the necessary funds with which to do the proposedwork was gone into but no action taken by the Council at this time. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time the meeting was adjourned, on ] motion, to an Adjourned Regular meeting at 1 :00 o'clock P.M. , Friday, Nov. 9th, 1951. 4f A II Attest : Harry R. Whaley C y C er 274,. e �. Mayor o e City of Redlands. I Redlands , California November 9th, 1951 ' 1 :00 o' clock P.M. An adjourned regular meetingofthe city Council of the City of Redlands held at the regular place of meeting. - -- Present : Councilmen_Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest, Mayor Folkins , Clerk Whaley, Accountant Ed Harp, Water Supt. Burk, Police Chief Slaughter and Attorney,Wilson. Absent : Councilman Clapp. IA I BIDS WELL DRILLING • The awarding of a cont�sfor the drilling. of a water well in the Loma Linda District, which had been held over from the last regular meeting, was again considered. The City Manager and Water Superintendant recommended that the bids of Roscoe Moss Company for a cable drilled wells accepted as this was the lowest and best bid. After some discussion a motion was made by Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Council- man Putnam and unanimously carried, approving the recommendation of the City Manager and Water Supt. and awarding the contract to the Roscoe Moss Company for a cable drilled well. 4-DOOR SEDAN FOR THE CITY MANAGER Authorization to advertise for the purchase of a Four-Door Sedan for use of the City Manager was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. AMBULANCE SERVICE The matter of obtaining 24 hour ambulance service for the City of Redlands was again brought up and the following oral propositions were presented. Mr. Deaton, the present operator, addressed the Council stating that in order for him to continue ambulance service on a 24 hour basis he would require a two year cDntrac.t at $500.00 per month. For this amount he would obtain a modern piece of equipment and give 24 hour service inside the City. Mr. Glenn Emmerson then addressed the Council stating that he would be willing to take over the ambulance service in the City on a 24 hour basis providing he was given a five year contract, with no strings attached, for approximately $500.00 per month. He would have available three ambulances with sufficient men to handle them. After a great deal of discussion a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman T ornauest, and carried, that specifications for ambulance service with- in the City of Redlands be drawn no and bids on this service be advertisedffor. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harr , R. Whale y er 2/a , Mayor of e City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 -0- Redlands , California November 20th, 1951 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins, City Manager Ham, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attornwy Wilson, Building Inspector Phelps Assistant Treasurer Woltman, Fire Chief Thomas, and Police Chief Slaughter, Absent: Councilman Clapp. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispended with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mayor Folkins called for oral petitions from the floor whereupon Mr. William Kyne of 260 Sonora Street addressed the board relative to having a concrete shuffleboard in- stalled at the recreation area in Smiley Park. Mr. Kyne offered to pay one-half the cost of the proposed shuffleboard. After some discussion an agreement was entered into — whereby the City would do the work and Mr. Kyne would furnish the material. A motion was regularly made and carried authorizing the expenditure necessaryt o cover the cost of the labor. Ali COMMUNICATIONS A notification by the State Board of Equalization of alcoholic beverage license applications for Off-Sale Beer at the Redlands Golf and Tennis Association and at 527- Cl 529 North Orange Street was presented and ordered filed. A communication from Pik Supt. H.O.L. Staniforth recommending that John Walter, t an employee of" the nark department who has passed the compulsory retirement age on7110 years, be permitted to continue in the employ Of the City for an additional e� riod of six months from this date, Nov. 20th, 1951. A motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried approving the recommendation of the Park Superintendent. A communication from Mr. Harold Winn relative to making some arrangements for a anew 1@8seon city-owned property at Colton and Orange Streets when his present lease expires in 1954 was presented and read. As this property is now under lease-option with a Mr. Schoen it was the opinion of the City Attorney that nothing definite could be done at this time. It was suggested that a meeting be held with Mr. Winn to discuss this matter after the present lease had been checked. it A communication from Haigh Brothers relative to Ordinance #91Q, an ordinance re- gulating dispensing of motor fuels in filling stations , ag rages and public service II stations , was presented and read. Haigh Brothers requested that this ordinance be re? scinded so that self-serve gasoline stations may operate inside the CitL of Redlands . It was the opinion of the Council that before any action be taken a thorough ,investiga-u tion should be maderelative to insurance, safety, etc . Matter tableduntilsuch an investigation can be made. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A petition by A.J. Schott to close an alley off Highway 99. between Orange and Fourth Streets was again presented and denied on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. City Manager Ham announced there was nothing definite to report at this time on Off-Street Parking lots. Ambulance Service : Pullice Chief Slaughter announced that Mr. Deaton had come for- ward with a new offer covering ambulance service within the City of Redlands as follows : ,,A I 40 That he would purchase a modern ambulance and give 24 hour service intl.? the City providing the Cites would furnish him with a 2-way radio for the ambulance and have a private telephone installed in connection with the ol pice department . After some ' discussion a motion was made by Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and unanimously carried, that the previous action of the Council in calling for bids covering ambulance service be rescinded and the propositions of Mr. Deaton be accepted. Attorney Wilson was instructed to draw up the necessary contract with Mr. Deaton for a period of oneyear. r 1 NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE #936 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands imposing a license tax for the privilege of selling tangible personal property at retail, providing for permits to retailers, pro- �-A- viding for the collectini$ and paying of such tax, and prescribing penalities for ar violations thereof and repealing Ordinance #878, was introduced, read in detail, and laid over under the rules . ORDINANCE #937 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands imposing an excise tax on the use or other consumption of tangible personal property was introduced, read in detail, and laid over under the rules . DEEDS TO STATE HIGHWAY DIy SiON AND A. F. Wickes The matter of abandoning a 251 strip of land bordering Lot 3, Blk. 19, Redlands f Hgts. Map #2, City of Redlands, by the City and deeding portions of it to the State f Highway Division and Mr. A.F. Wickes was presented and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to execute the necessary deeds to transfer the property in question. REPORTS The report of the City Treasurer for the month of October was presented and or- dered filed. STATE EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT CONTRACT Authorization for the Mayor and the City Clerk to sign a contract between the W e City of Redlands and the firm of Coates, Herfurth and England, Consulting Actuaries, for making an investigation and valuation relative to the proposed amendment to the present contract with the State Employees Retirement System that will include all amendments through 1949 and also recalculate the retired City personnel on the same _ y basis, was approved on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried. ELECTION EXPENDITURE INCREASE An increase in the amount of $1000.00 in the budget of the City Clerk covering the forthcoming municipal election was requested by the Clerk because of the decision of the Council to place a sewer bond proposal on the ballot which will prohibit the usual consolidation of precincts. After some discussion as the the source_from which the additional money would be available a motion was regularly made, seconded and carried that the request be approved and the necessary money be made available from 41 unbudgeted resources. BARTON PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION LEASE Clerk Whaley announced that a lease between the City and the Barton Protective Association covering the rental of City-owned property on which oil storage tanks of the above association are located has expired. The Clerk was instructed to contact ;, the head of the association for the purpose of negotiating a new lease. COMPREHENSIVE LIABILITY INSURANCE The Comprehensive Liability Insurance with the United Pacific Insurance Company covering the City of Redlands was accepted and approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. REST ROOMS AT BOWL Park Supt. Staniforth presented a drawing showing the proposed location of new rest rooms for the communitybowl. This matter was discussed at some length and the B Park Supt. was instructed to obtain estimates of cost, reaction of public as to lo- c.i cation and design and present the matter to the Council at a later date. r-. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Thursday, November 29th, 1951, at 1 :00 P.M. Attest : 2 H.R. Whaley ' City Clerk ��. , h, Mayor ofg`i. e City of Redlan. s -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-00-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California November 29th, 1951 1 :00 o'clock P.M. An adjourned rejular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest, Mayor Folkins , City Clerk Whaley, Treasurer Godshall, Attorney Wilson, City Manager Ham and Building Inspector Phelps. Absent : Councilman Clapp. ORDINANCE #937 An ordinance of the City of Redlands imposing a license tax for the privilege of selling tangible personal property at retail, providing for permits to retailers , providing for the collecting and paying of such tax, and prescribing penalities for violations of the provisions hereof and repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, was presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . ii Noes : None II Absent : Councilman Clapp. �AA I 42 ORDINANCE #937 An ordinance of the City of Redlands imposing an excise tax on the use or other consumption of tangible personal property and ,repealing Ordinance #878 of- the City of Redlands, was presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the follow- ing vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : Councilman Clapp. OFF-STREET PARKING LOTS Attorney Wilson announced that the option to purchase Lots 16 aid 17, Orange Grove Add. , Block D, for the sum of $21,000.00 would expire_ on Nov. 30th, 1951, and that if the City wished to exercise its option it would have to• be done at this meeting. After a short discussion a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried that the above property be purchased, the purchase price , to be taken from the General Fund. Said money to be returned to the General Fund from I- the Parking Meter revenue as rapidly as it becomes available. COMMUNICATIONS A communication from the United Pacific Insurance Company notifying the City of C the appointment of Brooke Sawyer, Richard B. Cook, Jr. , R.C . Montgomery or Ruth E. Howland and each of them, of Redlands , California, as its true and lawful Attorney-in- t Fact, to make, execute, seal and deliver for and on its behalf, as surety, and as its act and deed, any and all bonds and undertakings of suretyship, was presented and ordered filed. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF BUSINESS Mrs. Eula Simmons, in behalf of the St.Marv' s Altar Society, requested and was granted permission to erect a stand at Colton Avenue and The Terrace for the sale of food on Saturday, December 1st, 1951. City Manager Ham recommended that the old residence located on City property on priental Avenue be torn down so that the land may be used for storing City equipment. The recommendation of the City Manager was approved by the Council. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. � / Cn, Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk • �� Mayor o i= y o =e• anis -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California December 4th, 1951 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City bouncil, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Thornquest, Clapp and Mayor Folkins, City Manager Ham, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Phelps , Fire Chief Thomas , and Police Chief Slaughter. 43 Absent : Councilman Putnam A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS �ttz is 1.I 1hA zl At this time Mr. Lee Simmonds addressed the Council relative to the possible Vocations of Rest" Rooms for the Community Bowl. Several locations were suggested but ' each one seemed to have some objectionable features . It was finally decided to have a meeting of the property owners to the south of the Bowl, the members of the Community Music Association, the Park Supt . and the City Manager to see if a location for the ( Rest Rooms could be determined that would be satisfactory to everyone_ APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application by the Disabled American Veterans Organization for permission to L.:' show a mobile exhibit of Ripley' s "Believe It Or Not" odditieswas presented and dis- h.: C cussed. A motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman. Van Diest and unanimously carried that a permit be granted for a maximum of three days , and the mobile unit to be parked on the west side of the "Triangle" on Caion Street. COMMUNICATIONS The following communicdtions were presented, read and ordered filed : S From the National Shade Tree Conference expressing appreciation for the hospitality ; shown them at their Southern Sectional Meeting held in Redlands on Saturday, Nov. 17 , 1951. From John B. Surr Qacling to boulevard stop signs at center Street and Cypress Ave. From Mrs. R x Carlsnn. expressing appreciation and approval of the stop signs at it Center Street and Sypress Avenue. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The matter of Self Service Gasoline Stations inside the City wwas held_over until 1I the next regular meeting as the comittee had not had sufficient time to complete its investigation relative to this matter. l A report from Judge Cramner relative to the Municipal Court reorganization was also held over as the Judge was unable to be present at this meeting. Water Supt. Burk reported that a test had been completed on East Lugonia Mutual ' Water Company' s Well #1 and that a written report of the findings would be supplied by the contractor as soon as it was prepared. Supt. Burk also reported on the progress being made on test-pumping the new well in Reservoir Canyon. Attorney Wilson presented and read an agreement between William Deaton and the CityH of Redlands for ambulance service within the City. The Agreement was approved and the ' Mayor authorized to sign same in behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Thornquest , 'Ih seconded by Councilman Clapp. NEW BUSINESS 1 BIDS (Fire Engine) As this was the time advertised for the opening bf bids for a fire engine for the City of Redlands , the following bids were publicly opened and declared : I 4' From the Seagrave Corp. Total Cost, F.O.B. Redlands ---- $19 , 544.87 From the W.D Pacific Co. Total Cost, F.O.B. Redlands, ---- 19 ,989. 12 From the American-LaFrance Co. Total Cost, F.O.B. Redlands ---- 18,448.04 The above bids were referred to the purchasing departm for study. BIDS (4-Door Sedan) The following bids for a 4-Door Sedan automobile for the City of Redlands were publicly opened and declared : From J,Ange & Runkel. Chevrolet Delivered Price $ 1690,00 From Loge E- Yount, Ford Delivered Price 1688.53 From Gene Hughes, Plymouth Delivered Price 84� 6.98 From Van Dorin Motor Co. , Plymouth Delivered Price 1798.50 REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : The City Judge, City Treasurer, Building Inspector, Fire Department, Police Department and Poundmaster for the month of November, 1951. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held at 4 :00 P.M. December 3, 1951, the following recommendations were made; 1. That the petition of Mrs. Bertha Lamberton, 1411 Washington Street, for per- mission to° split her property located on the northwest corner of Washington and Delaware, be approved. 2. That the Tentative MAr of Tract #3813, University View Tract, being a sub- division of Lot 3, Block 32 , 2nd Preliminary Map of Redlands , presented by Mr. N. L. Ray be approved. 3. That the petition of Mr. Ralph T. ,Manning for a permit to construct a carport _one fciot from the north property line, Lot 15, Sunbeam Tract, 445 South Buena Vista Street, in var1Pnr,e with the Zoning Ordinance , be approved. 4. That the TPn a lv MAr of Tract 3828, being a subdivision of Block 9, Residence Plat, City of Redlands, presented by Mr. E.D. Nickerson, be apprnvar3. 5. That the Tentative Map of Tract #3830, being a subdivision of a portion of Lot 4, Block 33, 2nd Preliminary Map of Redlands , presented by Mr. Ray Canterbury and Mr. Carl Luetcke, be approvecl. Also that the petition of Mr. Canterbury and Mr. Leutcke to split into three separate parcels of land a portion of Lot 4, Block 33, 2nd Prel. Map of Redlands, to be later known as Lots 42, 43y. and 44 of Tract #3830, be approved. Number One recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Number Two recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. Number Three recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Thornquest, I/seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Number Four recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Number Five, Part One, recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman - I Clap0, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. Number Five, Part Two. recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, providing a performance bond of $5000.00 was deposited with the City Clerk by the applicants. 1 45 RESOLUTION #704 _ RESOLUTION #704, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands design- 1 ating a certain area of the City of Redlands to be a Redevelopment Area pursuant to the it requirements of the Community Redevelopment Law of the State of California, was presented II and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None. Absent : Councilman Putnam. Attorney Wilson announced that a meeting had been arranged with O' Melveny and Myers , Bonding Attorneys , relative to the proposed Sewer Bond Election Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. -7 Attest : Harry R. Whale , y C er_ ��// r Mayor/f the City ocef Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California December 18, 1951 ' — - 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands,, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Thornquest, Putnam, Clapp and Mayor Folkins , City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Building Inspector. Phelps , Assistant to the City li Manager Harp, Attorney Wilson, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : City Manager Ham. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application for use of the Redlands Community Bowl on May 23, 1952 , by the Sophomore Class of the U. of R. was approved providing the date does not conflict with with the annual painting ,of the seats . tin application for a permit to operate a Taxi business under the name of the City Cab Company by W.E. Vandergriff and Roy Kirk patrick was approved on motion of Council li man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. SII COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From - Raquel McClelland, Executive Director of the San Bernardino-Riverside o Counties Blood Bank, inviting the Mayor and City Councilmen to attend an "Open House" from 10 :00 A .M. to 12 noon, Dec . 1$, 1951, in celebration of the Blood Banks ' "Six Month' s Birthday. " from Dr. Ellsworth E. Miller relative to the Billboard Ordinance in the City of Redlands. — U I From the County Housing Authority of San Bernardino County requesting cancellation of the 1951-1952 City Taxes on portions of Lots 7 & 8, Smith' s Tract , title to which has been acquired by the Housing Authority. Authorization to cancel the 1951-1952 City Taxes ont he above property was approved on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Ca. From Gene Hughes , DeSoto-Plymouth dealer, notifying the City of his intention to terminate his contract pertaining to the sale of Plymouth cars to the Police Department as of June 30, 1952. From Dean R. Carlton relative to Boulevard Stop Signs at Cypress and Center Streets. From the Chamber of Commerce, thanking the City personnel for their assistance in staging the Giant Balloon parade , Saturday, Dec. 1st, 1951. PERFORMANCE BOND OF CARL LUETCKE The Clerk reported that Mr. Carl Leutcke had depo9 ted with him a performance bond in the amount of $5.000.00 covering the Subdivision Tract 3830, in compliance with the reaues.t of the Council. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The request of Haigh Brothers to have Ordinance #919, relative to Self-Serve Gaso- line Stations, rescinded, was again brought up for consideration. After some discussion a motion was made by Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Clapp, that the ;e- quest be denied. The motion was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp and Thornquest. Noes : Mayor Folkins Absent : None The consolidation of Redlands Sny Court and the Justice Court of Redlands town- ship ship was again brought up for discussion. In this connection a communication from Rex W. Cranmer, Judge of the City Court, was read by the Clerk, wherein Judge Cranmer recommended that the Courts be consolidated as of January 1, 1952. Judge Cranmer there- by submitted his resignation as City Judge to become effective as of December 31 , 1951. The resignation of Judge Cranmer was accepted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. A formal application to the Board of Supervisors of San Ber- nardino County requesting the above consolidation was ordered on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried. The question of the space in the Hall of Justice now occupied by the Justice Court was discussed and as Chief Slaughter stated that he needed the space for use of the Police Department it was regularly moved, seconded and carried, that the Board of Super- visors be notified to vacate the quarters now occupied by the Justice Court not later than March 1st, 1952 . IS- err Lith REST ROOMS AT THE COMMUNITY BOWL frctPark Superintendent Staniforth reported that he had contacted owners of property to the south of the Bowl but before they would commit themselves as to having the rest rooms in that location they would like to see a Sketch of what was to be erected. Mr. Staniforth was directed to obtain such sketches to submit to the property owners for their inspection. --- - 1 Redlands, California j January 1, 1952 7:00 o'clock P.M. This being the time set for the regular meeting of the Redlands City Council and there being no quorum present , the Clerk declared the meeting (adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Wednesday, January 2nd, 1952, at `) 3 :O0 o'clock P.M. Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk, ; Mayor of- the City of Redlands 47 Superintendent Staniforth again brought up the matter of a new sewer line for Sylvan Park. After due consideration Mr. Staniforth was authorized to Proceed with thee, installation of 510 feet of sewer line as proposed on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. PURCHASE OF A 4-DOOR SEDAN The bids covering the purchase of a four-door' sedan, publicly opened and declared at the last regular meeting, Dec . 4th, 1951 , were again considered and the contract, having been duly studied by the Purchasing Department, was awarded to Loge and Yount, I their bid being deemed the lowest and best bid, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. PURCHASE OF A FIRE ENGINE The bids covering the purchase of a Fire Truck, publicly opened and declared at the last regular meeting, Dec . 4th, 1951, were again considered and the contract awarded 10 to the Four Wheel Drive Motor Company, their equipment being deemed best suited for the requirements of the City, on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried. NEW BUSINESS BIDS- GASOLINE AND OIL This being the time advertised for the opening of bids covering thepurchase of gasoline and oil for the next calender year, the following bids were publicly opened and declared : !I Fromthe Associated Oil Co . , the Union Oil Co . , the Richfield Oil Co. , the Seaside Oil 'so. , the Peterson Oil Co. , the General Petroleum Co. , the Roe Marketing Co. , the Standard Oil Co. , the Texas Co. , the Shell Oil Co. , and the Pathfinder Oil Co. The above bids were referred to the purchasing department for study and report at the next regular meeting. BARTON PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION LEASE A proposal by the Barton Protective Association to renew a lease on City-owned property north of Highway 99 and west of Texas Street on which they now have some oil stora .e tanks was approved at a rental of $75.00 per year and with a 90 day cancellation� it ' clause and the City Attorney directed to draw up a formal lease for signatures . SEWER BOND ISSUE The matter of preparing data necessary to place a Sewer Bond proposition on the ballot at the next City Election was again brought up and discussed at length. A surveyl showing a tentative amount needed, prepared by the Currie Engineering Company, was pre- sented and studied, Attorney Wilson announced a meeting on Thursday, Dec . 19 , 1951 , with O' Meelvne.•y and Myers , Bonding Attorneys of Los Angeles , and expects to have the nec- essary information for presentation at the next regular meeting of the Council. PLANNING C0MMISSIOY RECOMMENDATIONS At the last regular meeting of the Planning Commission held at 4 :00 P.M. , Dec. 17, 1951, the following recommendations were made : I 3 1. that the request of Ivir. John H. Hinkle to subdivide a parcel of ground bounded !, by Fifth Avenue, Morrison Street and Yucaipa Avenue , being a portion of Block 33, Crafts Map of Redlands Heights , to be known as Tract #3837, Rolling Hills Subdivision, be approved. 2. That the request of the Southern California Turkey Growers Association for permission to construct a food processing plant on the north side of Oriental Avenue , west of reirst Street, be approved with the understanding that- no obnoxious odors will emanate therefrom and that all processing will be done inside the building. ' Recommendation number one was approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Recommendation number two was laid over to give members of the Council time to study this proposal and inspect similiar plants now in operation in other localities . MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Approval was granted City Hall Employees to use the Council Chambers Wednesday, December 19, 1951, for the purpose of staging a Christmas party. Department heads were authorized to operate with skeleton crews on December 24th and December 31st to allow employees to have those days off for Christmas and New Years . Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the State Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion the Council ' adjourned to a regular meeting on Wednesday, January 2 , 1952 , at 7 :00 P.M. ' Attest : Harry R. Wha ey c,�o p� City Llerk tCity/�_ Mayor of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California January 2, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Prete sent : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, and Mayor Folkins, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Godshall, City Clerk Whaley, teputy Ulerk Arnold, Building Inspector Phelps , Assistant to the City Manager Harp, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : Councilman Thornquest and City Manager Ham. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS • S. Wesley Break, County Supervisor, addressed the Council at this time relative , to working out some arrangement with the City so that the Justice Court could be main- - tamed at its present location, in the Hall of Justice. After some discussion it was agreed that representives of the Board of Supervisors and the C� Council would get together to see what could be figured out to the best advantage of both the City and the County. 'p� 49 APPLICATION$ An application by Department Headquarters of the Disabled American Veterans for ' permission to hold their annual Forget-me-not Drive in the City of Redlands on January 12th, 1952, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried. • COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From the Colsman Insurance Company notifying the City of Public Liability, Property Damage and Collision Insurance issued in favor of the gay Cab Company. From the office of the State Controller relative to the December, 1951, apportion- ment of Motor Vehicle License Fees . ("In Lieu Tax") . From the Public Utilities Commission relative to the application of the California CD Water and Telephone Company to increase its rate for coin box service. V UNFINISHED BUSINESS cit City Attorney Wilson presented the Lease agreement between the City of Redlands and the Barton Protective Association covering City-owned land on which the Association has oil storage tanks . The Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign this lease in behalf of the City. The matter of the proposed Sewer Bond Issue was brought up for further discussion. Attorney Wilson gave a detailed report of the meeting held with the bonding attorney relative to necessary details tote worked out. A long discussion took place as 'to the present emergency and also as to whether a bond issue was necessary to obtain the money to do the proposed improvements. $uggestions were made as to ways and means of financing the proposed improvements and it was finally decided that a meeting of the Council, the II Engineering Company and the State Health Department should be held Tuesday, January 8th4 1952, at which time the project sould be gone into and the necessity of doing the work at this time could be discussed. The application of the Southern California Turkey Growers Association for a permit to establish a Turkey Processing Plant on Vest Oriental Avenue was again presented and Councilman Van Diest, Inspector Ray Phelps and HealthOfficer Bogotin reported on a tour of inspection made by them of similar plants in Riverside and Fontana. The report Ili being very favorable, previous objections were withdrawn and a motion made by Council- man man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried that the application. be approved subject to the approval and inspection of plans by the Health officer and Building Inspector. GASOLINE AND OIL BIDS , (Awarding thereof)` As this was the time set for awarding the contract to supply the City of Redlands with Gasoline and Oil for the next calendar year the recommendations of tree purchasing department were taken under consideration. No decision was arrived at relative to Gasoline and this contract was held over until the next meeting of the Council. The contract to supply the Oil was awarded to the Texico .Oil 6ompany, this being deemed the lowest and best bid, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp. I R tI NEW BUSINESS (Appointments Recommended) Mayor Folkins recommended the following appointments and requested Council approval : Planning Commission : Mr. H.J. Moulton and Mr. C.L. Brewster to be re-appointed for a term of three years . Library Board : Mr. J.J. Pendergast and Mr. William Moore to be re-appointed for I a term of three years . Community Re-development Agency: Dr. Sidney Milbank to be re-appointed for a term of four_years. A motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest . that the , recommendations of the Mayor be accepted and the appointments be approved. Motion carried. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : The Police Department , the Poundmaster, the City Judge for the month of December and the Fire Department for the month of November, 1951. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a meeting of the Planning Commission held at 4 :00 o'clock P.M. January 2, 1952, the following recommendationsto the City Council were made : 1. That the tentative map presented by Mr. Holt-Smith and Mr. Harmer for a sub- division on on the Southeast corner of Brookside and San Mateo, to be known as Tract 3846, be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam. Councilman Clapp voting no. 2. That the final map of Palm Terrace Subdivision, Tract 3830, be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Cla pp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. The matter of the City purchasing 13 shares of Redlands Water stock from this parcel of property was presented by Water Supt. Burk but as there was no way in which this water could be put into the City' s distribution lines the Council decided they were not interested in purchasing this water. 3. That the tentative map of a subdivision of a portion of Lot 12, Block P, 2nd Preliminary Map of Redlands, presented by Mr. C. DeVlieger, be approved providing Mr. DeVlieger can provide a 60 foot street, which would be an extension of Norwood Street from Clark Street to Fern Avenue. This tentative map was approved as recommended on motion of councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. 4. That the iTs.olt of Wanda V. Bear for permission to split property located on Crown Street and Cliff Avenu4 more particularly described as parcels in portions of Block 56 and 57, Map 10, Redlands Heights , shown as parcels 1,2,3, and 4. This split was approved providing it met the requirements of the subdivision ordinance:,, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. At this time Mayor Folkins left the Council Chambers because of illness . Council- man Putnam was appointed acting Mayor. 5. ,That the request of Mr. Emmett Tuck for permission to split property located on West Cypress Avenue, described as the easterly 60 feet of Lot 14, Block Q, of Addition 5, be approved. 71 This recommendation was pproved on motion of Councilman Van Diestseconded by Councilman Clapp. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF BUSINESS Park Superintendent Staniforth was granted permission to sell the old kitchen located in Sylvan Park, on motion of Councilman Clap , seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the State Finance Commissioner,'I No further business demanding attention at this time, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Tuesday, January 8th, 1952. at 7 :00 o'clock P.M. Attest : Harry R. Whale City L'lerk � Mayor of t City of Red ands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California January 8, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P .M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the III regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Clapp, Mayor Folkins, Clerk Whaley, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Godshall, Assistant to the City Manager Harp. Absent : Councilman Thornquest A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. SEWER BOND ISSflE. Mayor Folkins opened the discussion relative to the contemplated bond issue for a new sewer plant and outfall sewer line by asking for information as to the present necessity for t hese improvements and whether they could be done by steps rather than II one complete pro ect. The questions were directed to Mr. Hertel, of the State Department of Health, and Mr. Frank Currie , of the Currie Engineering Company, who were present at the meeting to discuss the sewer project . Mr. Hertel replied, stating that the present l) facilities of both the sewer plant and the outfall sewer were over-taxed and that some- piing should be done at once to relieve the situation. Mr. Currie outlined the plans for the proposed new plant and outfall sewer showing that these plans called for facilities to handle the sewage for a city of at least thirty thousand person. Mr.Curri also talag.d that the entire project be under one contract as it was his belief that itl would be cheaper to do it that way rather than piece-meal. Both Mr. Hertel and Mr. Currie agreed that in case the C� decided to do the project in steps the sewer plant should come first. The possible method of financing the first part of the project, or the sewer plant, was discussed and it was the opinion of the Council that by matching funds with the State this part of the project could be handled without a bond issue. The outfall sewer line could then be laid in sections as funds became available . With 'I ail this in mind a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously carried directing the Currie Engineering Company to proceed with the U I ti preparations of lms and specifications for both the sewer1p ant and the outfall sewer line and that "the existing contract with them be reviewed by the City Attorney. Following the above action a motion, was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried that no further work be done relative to a sewer bond issue and directing the City Attorney to so notify the bonding attorneys . CONTRACT FOR GASOLINE Awarding of the contract to supply gasoline for the City of Redlands for the per- iod February 1st, 1952 to January 31st, 19531, being the next item of business , the I following motion was made by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and unanimously carried, that the Tide-Water Associated Oil Company be awarded the contract; their bid being deemed the best bid to meet the requirements of the City.. APPLICATIONS An application by the Department of Drama, University of Redlands , for permission to hand a banner across Orange Street at 'tate Street during the week of January 11th through January 18th, for the purpose of advertising their coming production of "Hay . Fever" was apprOVed providing they furnish the banner, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. AUTOMATIC TRAFFIC SIGNALS (Highway 99 & Citrus , Highway 99 & Texas , and. Highway 99 & Orange) A communication from the Division of Highways , State of California, relative to traffic signals at the above intersections was presented and read. The Division of ' Highways stated that according to their count there was not enough cross traffic at 111..gny 99 and Texas Street to warrant signals At this time. They recommended semi- activated signals at the Highway and Citrus and fully activated signals at the High- way and Orange Street . After some discussion a motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Counsilman Van Diest , that a resolution be adopted approving the proposed plan of the Highway Commission and that the Cityrg share of the cost be paid out of I gasoline tax allocations. The resolution was adopted by the following vote : ,, Ayes: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp and Mayor Folkins. ead. Noes : None Absent : Councilman Thornquest. ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER The matter of delegating authority to someone in the city administration during the absence of the City Manager was brought up for discussion. After due consideration a motion was made by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried, appointing Julius Edward Harp Assistant City Manager as of this date. Councilman Putnam brought up the matter of the lack of supervision in the Street Department and after some discussion presented a motion that a letter be directed to Peter Burk, Jr. , who is now in the service, to determine if Mr. Burk expects to return to his former position in the Engineer' s Office when discharged from the service. Also if he would desire the City to endeavor to obtain his release from active duty in order that he might return at once. The motion was seconded by Councilman Clapp and unani- mously carried. Mr. Harp was directed to write such a letter. -- r COMMUNICATIONS 1f A communication from the City of Colton relative to the traffic hazalsl r caused by the Rail Road Crossings in the City of Colton, was presented anti +tie It was regularly moved, seconded and carried that a letter be directed to Division of Highways supporting the request of the City of Colton to have this situation corrected. 53 Assistant Manager Harp brought up the matter of the disposal of the two old houses on Cajon Street which were recently purchased by the City and was directed to advertise for bids for the removal of the houses . I ' The matter of adopting some type of smudge control ordinance was brought up and - I discussed. Some members of the Council were of the opinion that this matter should be placed on the ballot of the coming election. The Clerk was instructed to investigate if this could be done and have a report ready at the next meeting of the Council. jl No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. /C Attest : Harry R. Whal City Clerk / fr - 1. 'Mayor of e City of Redlan• s. 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- 1^ j Redlands , California `4 January 15, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. it A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilman Van Diest , Putnam, Clapp Mayor Folkins, Clerk Whaley, peputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Phelps, Assistant Manager Harp, Fire I' Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : Councilman Thornquest. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS SMUDGE CONTROL A general discussion relative to smudge control was opened by Prof. William Klaus- ner, representing a large group pf property owners in the University district. Prof. Klausner outlined ;our methods of control which had been under study by his group : 1. Complete elimination of smudge pots . 2. An Air Pollution District. 3. A City Ordinance, il and 4. Adopting County Ordinance No. 660. The recommendation of the citizens represent- ed by Prof. Klausner was the immediate adoption of the County Ordinance. A general discussion followed relative to whether the Council should adopt a smudge control or- dinance or place the proposition on the ballot at the coming election, and let the Ij people vote on the question. It was pointed out that an ordinance put into effect by a vote of the people could neither be repealed or amended except by vote of the peopl$atte. Mayor Folkins expressed strong conviction that a question of this magnitude should be a;✓ote, The following peoperty owners spoke in favor of immediate adoption of a control or- dinance by the Council. ; Earl G. Witmer, Pierre Provost, Robert Morlan, Larry Hendon, 1 Mr. McCormick, Maud Garland and Dave Goldie. At the end of the discussion a motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman gutnam and unanimously carried instructing the City Attorney to draft a smudge control ordinance along the lines of 14 r 54 the County Ordinance No. 660 and present it at the next meeting of the Council for con- sideration. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS , An application by the Junior Chamber of Commerce for permission to use the City Hall Auditorium on the evening of Jan. 16. 1952 , for the purpose of holding an Orange Show Queen Contest rehearsal was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. An Application by J.A. Forte for permission to park trucks. on his property at 1016 East Central Avenue was presented. It was decided that this would call for a variance to the zoning ordinance so therefore it was referred to the Planning Commission on mo- tion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. An application by the Vera Baker SchoolL,of Dancing for use of the Community Bowl 1 1 on the evenings of July 2nd and 3rd1952, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam,. seconded by Councilman Clapp. ‘$_ ,° a5 y� REVISED SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR USE OF BOWL Clerk Whaley brought up the matter of the present schedule of fees for the use of the Community 1k1. It was brought out that in certain instances an outside electri- cian had to be employed and in these cases the City Electrician was not used; therefore some provision should be made in the schedule of fees to take care of t his condition. A motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously ' carried, authorizing the Clerk to prepare a revised schedule of fees on the Bowl and present it to the Council for their approval. COMMUNICATIONS A communication from the Redlands Community Forum requesting the City to co-sponso the Family Relations Forum to be held on fQu_r consecutive Mondays beginning February 18th, 1952, was presented and read. A motion to co-sponsor this event was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously carried. A communication from L.O. Hammond relative to a traffic hazard at the corner of Colton Avenue and Church Street , caused when the City resurfaced Colton avenue, and also a pedestrian hazard on Church Street, caused by a leak in an irrigating line, was presented, read and ordered teff red to the street and water departments for investiga- tion. and action. A communication from the Glenns-Falls Indemnity Compapy attaching a Certificate of Insurance covering Bill and Don' s Taxi Service for Public Liability and Property Damage, was presented and orderedfiled. Councilman Clapp reported a problem of waste water collecting in the street at Park Avenue and Tennessee Street .and suggested that this be investigated to determine whether something should be done to correct the situation. Clerk Whaley reported he had received the Policy of Title Insurance and the Fire Insurance Policies covering the property on Cajon Street recently purchased by the City for Off-Street Parking and was directed to file same. J5 PLANNING COMMA-ION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held January 14, 1952, the following recommendations to the City Council were made : 1. That the request of Mr. W. G. SteeVes for permission to split property located on a so-called Steele Street which at present time has a house and two garages thereon i making a lot on the back of the property 95 by 85 feet , be approved providing the garaged will be moved so they will be four feet from the property line when ownership changes . This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman CAApp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest . 2. That the request of Mrs . O.K. Poindexter 260 Nordina Streetfor permission to split a piece of property located on the northeast corner of Nordina Street and Clark Street making a lot 50 feet by 75 feet be approved providing an easement for an in- dividual sewer line is obtained from the adjoining property owner to connect with the It Nordina Street sewer. This recommenation was approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. 5. That the resubmitted tentative map of Tract No. 3846, presented by Mr. Holt- Smith, be approved. The tentative map was approved and authorization given Mr. Holt-Smith to proceed with the necessary work to develop No. 1 Unit thereof on motion of Council- man Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. 4 ; That the request of Doyle Rutherford for permission to move a residence located III at 222 Cajon Street to the approximate location of 1136 West Cypress Avenue be approved. This recommendation brought oral objections from some property owners in the vicinity of the proposed location. Inasmuch as these same objections had been presented to the Planning Commission and had been deemed unjustified bythat body the recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously carried. 5. That the request of K.N. Matthews for permission to split a portion of Lot 3, Block 2, 222nd Prel. Map of Redlands, to create a lot 60 by L3O feet on which to place the residence of Mr. Doyle Rutherford, be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. WANDA V. BEAR SPLIT The request of Wanda V. Bear to split property located on the northeast corner of Cliff Avenue and Crown Street into four lots, having been previously recommended for approval byt he Planning Commission, was denied on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconed by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried as the Council felt that the approval of this request would defeat the intent of the Subdivision Ordinance of t he fit' of Redlands, REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : The City Treasurer and the Building Inspector for the month of December, 1951. IA I 56 MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF BUSINESS Park Superintendent Staniforth brought up the matter of a previous application for use of the Community Bowl on May 23, 1952, by the Sophomore Class of the U.of R. stating t hat at tint time the Park Department would be in process of tainting the seats at the Bowl and it would not be available for use. The Clerk was instructed to so Notify the applicant. Authorization was granted the Park Department to turn over the old kitchen build- lag in Sylvan Park to Mr. Mead to be used as a storeroom at the City Dumn. Assistant City Manager Harp requested permission to advertise for bids for a 1* Ton Pickup Truck for the Park Department. The pickup truck to be replaced would be passed on to the street department for use by the sewer crew. As this was an unbudget- ed item a discussion arose as to where the money was to come from to purchase this piece of aqui Tent. Councilman Clapp felt that a sur lus money on hand should be earmarked for sewers. After further discussion a motion was made by Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried, with Councilman Clapp voting 'No' , approv- lag the request of Mr. Harp. Mr. Harp reported that a Mr. Auerbacher, who is building a fine residence on Canyon Road, had requested something be done on this .road to facilitate getting mater- ial to the location of his house. Mr. Auerbacher agrees to furnish the gravel if the City will spread it on this , jr street. Mr. Harp was given approval to_g_o ahead ' providing it does not entail more than a little labor by the Street tepartment. John Nies , City Purchasing Agent, requested and was granted permission to attend a Purchasing Agents Meeting in Riverside an. ,fit, Feb. 1st and 2nd , 1952. Matters of policy relative to the City doing work on a re-imbursement asis for private parties in competition with contractors , building sidewalks, etc . , were dis- cussed and heads of departments advised as to these policies. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the fake Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk �n Mayor he � i£y o Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California February 54t 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Mayor Folkins , Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Building Inspector Phelps, Assistant City Manager Harp Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. L 57 Absent: Councilman Thornquest and City Manager Ham A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having 1 I previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of 1 the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mayor Folkins announced the Council was now ready to hear any oral petitions where-4 upon Mr. Don Anderson addressed the Council relative to obtaining some sort of an_gree-' ment between the City of Redlands and the Water Conservation District whereby the Con- servation District could use City-owned land in the Mill Creek Channel for the purpose I of water spreading. Mr. Dibble presented a map showing the land desired and stated that the Conservation District would like either a deed to the property or a long lease ',i so they could develop the property for water spreading. It was the opinion of the _ I Council that as water conservation was of paramount interest to the City as well as others that a deed or long lease was not necessary but a simple agreement with the v� Conservation District that the proposed land would be preserved for spreading purposes and permission would be granted the Conservation District to develop same was all that would be necessary. Therefore the City Attorney was directed to draw up such an agree- I ment for approval by both the City and the Conservation District. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application by the City Recreation Department to use the City Hall Auditorium each Wednesday evening beginning Feb. 20, 1952 , for the purpose of holding a round dance, class , was approved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. A petition signed by citizens of both Redlands and Mentone requesting that the present bus service be continued, even if it had to be subsidized by the Citya was .pre- , sented and discussed. No action was taken as nothing had been presented to the Council I indicating that the bus service was to be discontinued. �e -:"µ ; s7 I,xt >1514Q> , An application by the Redlands Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, for permission 1 to use the Bowl from 1:30 P.M. to 3:30 P.M. on Saturday, Feb. 9, 1952, in conjunction r with the annual Lincoln Shrine Pilgrimage, also to stage a parade on that date, was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by-Councilman Clapp. An application by the "Footlighters" for permission to hang a banner across Orange Street on February 20th, 1952, for the purpose of advertising their play "Life with Father" on February 28th and 29th and March 1st, 1952, was approved on motion of Council', man Van Diest and seconded by Councilman Putnam. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From Wins. Butler relative to a claim for damages for false arrest, personal injury, etc. From Peter Burk, Jr. , relative to returning to Redlands as an emoloyee_ of the City. ';i 1 From the Red Cross expressing appreciation for their new building. I. From the Chamber of Commerce in support of a smudge control ordinance. From the State Employyees' Retirement System enclosing a cepy of the contract ex- ecuted between the City of Redlands and Coates , Herfurth and England, Consulting I J I Actuaries, and approved by the Retirement Board on January 18th, 1952, for the purpose of determining the approximate contribution which would be required of the Agency bee cause of its proposed amendment to its conte with the $tate Employees ' Retirement System. From the Division of Highways attaching a tabulation showing the apportionment of the January, 1952, quarterly payment of the gas tax allocation for expenditure on the City streets in cities of District V111. From the Realty Company of Redlands attaching thereto a report of audit by the Mercury Indemnity Company together with a check in the amount of $125.88 as a refund due the City of Redlands on their Liability Insurance. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4� 1& 1�5is (Rest Rooms at Bowl) park Superintendent Staniforth presented a report covering the reaction of the property owners adjacent to the Bowl relative to the location of the Rest Rooms. It appeared that the ozIly solution for the Rest Rooms above ground was the purchase of the property now owned by Mr. Miller. This was considered too expensive so the possibility of placing them underground was discussed. Building Inspector Phelps , Park Supt. Staniforth and the Engineering Department were instructed to investigate the possibi- lity, cost, etc. , of placing the Rest Rooma underground directly south of the Renter of the Bowl. ' SMUDGE CONTROL ORDINANCE The matter of introducing a smudge control ordinance was presented by Attorney Wilson and two communications relative to the same were read, one from the Kiwanis Clubl and one from Mrs. W. H. Rollins, Attorney Wilson reported that he had prepared the ordinance as instructed and was ready to introduce it at this time. As there were a great many citizens present who were interested in this matter it was opened for general discussion at this time. Numerous persons spoke on the matter both pro and con. There was no particular objection to a smudge control ordinance but the feeling of the growers present was that a greater effort should be made to get legislation in the County so that all air pollution could be controlled. Further discussion brought out that there were two changes in the proposed ordinance that should be made before it was introduced. First, - that the section of the ordinance which permitted the conversion of Class 3 heaters to Class 2 heaters should be stricken out as it was possible that in the near future Class 2 heaters might also be banned. Therefore, any conversion should be made to Class 1 heaters. The Class 2 heaters on hand to be con- tinued in use until such time as they might also be banned. The second change was that those growers who voluntarily converted son,eof their Class 3 or Class 4 heaters to Class 1 should be given credit for the change made after September, 1950, or the time the County Ordinance went into effect. With these changes in mind the City Attorney was instructed to rewrite the ordinance and have it ready to introduce at the next regular meeting of the City Council. L • 59 NEW BUSINESS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Redlands Planning Commission held Feb. 4th, 1952 , the following recommendations were made : ' 1. That thepetition of Mr. J.A. Porte for permission to maintain a business office and park hay trucks on his property, consisting of three acres, on East Central Avenue, be denied because of the objections of surrounding neighbors. This recommenda- tion was adopted on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 2. That the petition of Orton and Ponnay, Wissahickon Inn, for permission to locate directional markers with the words"Wissahickon Inn" at the following locations : Two markers at Brookside Avenue and Center Street, oneLmarker at the corner of Center Street and Olive Avenue and one marker at the corner of Cajon Street and Highland Ave. be approved. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded );q by Councilman Clapp. 3. That the petition of Mr. J.C. Van Boven for permission to split property located 1.22 just off Franklin Avenue in Redlands Heights Map No. 1, Portion of Lots 7 and 2, Block 10, be approved providing a 25 foot easement is extended to the northeasterly corner thereof and, also, that upon request for application of a building permit, the Building 'I Inspector be given authorization to grantep rmits without going through the Planning Commission and the City Council. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Council- man Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 4. That a revised tentative map of Tract No. 3837, Rolling Hills Subdivision, presented on behalf of Mr. Hinkle, be approved. After some study of the map the Council' decided to refer it back to the Planning Commission for consideration of a change deemed' necessary by the members of the Council. 5. That the tentative map of Tract No 3867, subdivision of a portion of Lot 1, Block P, Second Preliminary Map of Redlands, located between Fern Avenue and Clark St. , be approved. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Also a motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Council- man Putnam and unanimously carried that the Building Inspector be authorized to issue a building permit, when called for, to Mr. DeVlieger, to ere torg_t one house in this sub- division prior to the approval of the final map on this subdivision. 6. That the petition of Mr. Robert T. Hall for permission to split lots designated as "A" and B" from a proposed record of survey approved May 3, 1950, on land located between Clark Street and Fern Avenue, just west of Highway 99, be approved. This recom- mendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Counoilman Putnam. FINAL MAP, LENOX SUBDIVISION The final map of the Lenox Subdivision was presented and approved on motion of • Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. C3777) BIDS (Houses ) As this was the time advertised for the opening of sealed bids for the purchase of the two houses and sheds at 112 and 118 Cajon Street, the following bids were publicly II opened and declared: I 60 From Mr. C .F. Brandon, $1O2.nn for the shed back of 118 Cajon Street From Frank' DbAnge .o', 5 90.00 for the buildings and sheds. From R.B. Burton 57" S.OQ for the buildings and sheds. From tee D. Mead 300.0 . for the buildings and sheds. From Hyrum S. Geddes 900 for the buildings and sheds. The bid of Hyrum Geddes, being deemed the best bid, was accepted on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam, the City to remove the palm trees located on the property. RT ( 12 Tgn Truck) As this was the time advertised for the o enin of sealed bids on a 12 Ton Truck for the City the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From the Service Motor Co. , Redlands , Dodge Truck $3059.74 From Lbg_e & Yount, Redlands Ford Truck 2810.86 From A.C. Almind, Redlands Studebaker Truck 2790.00 From Lange & Runkel,. Redlands Chevrolet Truck 2781.17 From Van Dorin Motor Co. ,Redlands International Truck 2900.00 The above bids were referred to the City Manager and purchasing Department for study and recommendation on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. WATER CONTRACTS WITH "OPTIOK B" The Clerk presented two water contracts with Option "B" , one in the amount of 100 day inches and one in the amount of 25 drs inches, the first one for 100 ¢_y inches in favor of Charley E. Love and Catherine A. Love, Husband and Wife as joint tenants and the second one for 25 day inches in favor of the same parties with the Federal Building and Loan as pledgee. These two contracts to replace a cancelled contract for 125 day inches in favor of Charles E. Love and Catherine A. Love. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp, the new contracts were approved and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to sign same. ORDINANCE NO. 938 Ordinance No. 938, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands repealing Ordinance No.91O the ordinance prohibiting self-service of Motor-Fuels, was introduced, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. HOLIDAYS FOR CITY EMPLOYEES Assistant Manager Harp brought up the matter of holidays to be observed by the employees of the City of Redlands , asking if the City wished to follow the political code, which sets up twelve holidays amp, or the City Resolution which sets up eight holidays a year. A motion was made by Councilman V$npDiest , seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously carried, re-affirming the City Resolution to observe only eight holidays as set forth in the Resolution. Assistant Manager Harp was granted permission to attend a City Manager' s Meeting in Riverside, California, on February 21 and 22 . 1952, on motion regularly made, seconded and carried. Assistant Manager Hasjr brought up the matter of the City paying the water bill for the Asistencia. As it was brought out that the Asistencia was now supported by the County of San Bernardino for historical purposes , Mr. Harp was directed to bill the County in future for water used. 6 ,.. Mr. Harp was authorized by the Council to have the Venetian blinds in the City Hall cleaned and repaired as this item was set up in the present budget. II Chief of Police Slaughter presented a sketch showing proposed changes on Brookside Avenue in front of the Post Office to permit .angle parking. After some study by the Council the proposed chance was referred to the Planning Commission on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. IIREPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: The Police Department , the Poundmaster, the Fire Department, the City Treasurer l and the Building Department for the month of January, 1952. Also the Fire Department for the month of December, 1951. d a Attorney Wilson read a communication addressed to the prior owners of a piece of 1I property recently acquired by the City of Redlands from the East Lugonia Water Company it l^ informing them that hereafter an/ water furnished them from this property would be �I C"? r charged to them at prevailing agricultural rates. li `t Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commissioner. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk Mayor o is City o Red ands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- ' III Redlands, California February 19, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P .M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. , II II Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Clapp and Mayor Folkins ; Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Assistant City Manager Harp, Building Inspector Phelps , Fire Chief Thomas , Police Chief Slaughter. II Absent : Councilman Thornquest and City Manager Ham. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined'the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS I Mayor Folkins announced that the Council was now ready to hear any oral petitions from the floor whereupon Mr. William Hafley addressed the Council relative to the Citi 1'I adopting an ordinance making it mandatory that meters be installed in all taxicabs op- erating in the City of Redlands. Mr. Hafley explained that the present policy of charg- ing fares by zones was being; taken advantage of both by the operators and the passengers. The placing of meters in the cabs would stabilize the fares charged as it would then be on a mime basis instead of by zones. According to Mr. Hafley this would be an I 62 advantage both to the taxi operators and the paa operator because if it cost more to ride in a taxi then more people would ride the bus but those who did ride the taxicabs would make up for the loss in number of fares handled. No action was taken at this time but the Council felt the matter was important enough to warrant further considera- tion. Mrs. Caddie Cook addressed the Council next in regards to a situation which arose at the Hillside Cemetery whereby a grave was left partially unfilled from Saturday after! noon until Monday morning. Cemetery Superintendent Record replied that he was absent atll that time and apologized to Mrs. Cook for the condition in which the grave was left. Mayor Folkins assured Mrs. Cook the matter would be looked into. 7„55 o'clock P.M.----Councilman Clapp was granted permission to leave the meeting at this time. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS A aetition signed by property owners on Nordina Street between Olive Avenue and Fern Avenue, requesting better street lighting, was presented and discussed. It appeared that this was a section that was at first included in the overall lighting survey made by the Edison company but was later excluded. Assistant Manager Harp reported that a recent survey shows a definite need for more lighting on this street_. The matter was referred _______7 to the City Electrician who was directed to confer with the Edison Company to determine the number and size of lights needed and report back to the Council. The following applications were presented and approved : Use of the City Hall Auditorium on May 16th for a High School Junior-Senior Prom, rent free. Use of the City Council Chambers byt he Community Chest for an annual meeting on March 11th, 1952. An application by the Red Cross to suspend a Red Cross Flag across Orange Street during the Red Cross campaign the week of February 25th to March 1st, 1952, and to ---T-r�' place posters on the down town lamp posts during this time was also approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From the Redlands Heights Groves attaching a check in the amount of $21. 55 as a refund for an over-retain held out on the Colton and Texas orange grove. From the League of California Cities relative to adontina a resolution requesting the members of the $tate Board of Equalization to recommend to the Governor that local sales tax officials be permitted to examine the state sales and use tax returns pursuant to Section 7056 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. No action was taken at this time as Mr. Godshall, the local sales tax official, was absent from the City and the Council felt they would like his recommendation before acting on this matter. From the Capital Company requesting a Caul of Easement in favor of the Bank of America, covering a 24 foot' strip of land being a portion of Crescent Avenue(vacated) and Spiral Street, (vacated) , as a means of ingress and egress to a large dwelling lo- cated on Lot 1, Block 32, Redlands Heights Map #8, City gf Redlands . This matter was L 63 discussed at length and it was the opinion of the Council that an outright sale of this parcel of ground might be preferable to an easement ; therefore Mr. James Hicks who presented the matter for the Bank, was directed to contact the Bank relative to them purchasing this ground at a nominal pries. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Attorney W112211 presented Ordinance No. 939, a smudge control ordinance to be in- troduced at this time . A discussion immediately arose relative to one section of the proposed ordinance wherein orange growers would not be permitted to convert #1 heaters, t2_#?, but must convert tb #1 heaters, the proper percentage of h-eaters of #3 heaters. The Council agreed to remove this section and the ordinance was introduced conforming with the County Ordinance with one exception , that credit be given those growers who have made conversions to #2 and '#1 heaters duringtthe period since the County Ordinance 1I went into effect. A motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van V,j Diest, to eliminate the detailed reading of the ordinance, introduce the same and lay It over under the rules . ct REST ROOMS AT THE BOWL Park Superintendent Staniforth reported that the estimated cost of underground rest rooms at the Bowl had been secured as directed by the Council at the last regular meeting. The overall cost would be approximately $9,995.00. Councilman Putnam voiced opposition to making an expenditure of this size and after much discussion a motion was regularly made, seconded and carried that Mr. Staniforth contact the owners of the property at the 'I rear of the Bowl notifying them that the rest rooms would be built, one on the east side , and one on the west side of the Bowl, unless these owners were willing to sell a portion from the back of their properties large enough to build the rest rooms on at a rice not to exceed $500.00. it TRUCK CONTRACT AWARD Upon recommendation of the Purchasing Department the contract for a 12 Ton truck was awarded to Lange and Runkel at a price of $2 ,781.17, this being deemed the lowest and best bid, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. ORDINANCE #938 Ordinance #938, an ordinance of the City of Redlands repealing Ordinance #910 entitled "An Ordinance Regulating Dispensing of Motor Fuels in Filling stations , Garages and Public Service Stations ," was presented, read in detail , and adopted by the following vote : Aves : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : Councilmen Thornquest and Clapp WATER SPREADING Mayor Folkins reported that Mr. Ed Patterson had contacted him relative to working _gat some agreement with the Water Conservation District for the spreading of water In Mill Creek Canyon. After some discussion on this matter a committee consisting of Councilman Putnam and Water Superintendent Burk was appointed by the Mayor to work with Mr. Patterson on an agreement suitable to both parties, I r 64 Alterations in the Hall of Jjatjae to accomodate the Redlands Justice Cou Assistant Manager Hpresented• ar a communication from E.H. Wisdom, Administrative , Analyst, County of San Bernardino, outlining the changes necessary in the Redlands Traffic Court to accomodate the Redlands Justice Court. The following changes were proposed : 1. The County will abandon the small Judge's Chambers off the main corridor but will retain the Sheriff and Constable ' s office at the end of the corridor. 2. The County will erect the partitions and, with the consent of the Council, re- duce the size of the movable wooden platform as indicated on the attached plan. 3. The City of Redlands will install electrical outlets and connections for heat- ing equipment . In exchange for this , the County_ will repaint the courtroom and adjacent Judge ' s Chambers and clerical office. 4. It is understood that the occupancy rental, in view of the construction to be undertaken by the County, will remain at the present figure of $50.00 per month. The above proposal was studied by the Council and Building Inspector and a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest that the proposal be approved providing the Uniform Building Code, 1949, be followed in the wall, construction and arrangements made for a dual wall gas heater to be installed at County expense, PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS ' At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held Feb. 18th, 1952, the following recommendations were made : .1. That the petition of Gordon and Phyllis Foster for permission to split property_ located on Pacific Street, Smith' s Subdivision No. 2, Block 161 Lot 6 , be approved. Thill recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 2. That the petition of 0.L. Malone for permission to split a portion of Lots 15, 16 and 17, Block H, Lugonia Park, creating four 60 foot lots, be approved. This re- commendation was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van �Diest. 3. That the petition of H.S. Geddes and C. Kooiman for permission to move the two houses now located at 114 and 118 Cajon Street to 949 and 951 East Central Avenue be tporoved providing a $2,000.00 bond is submitted on the residence at 114 Cajon and the customary $1,000.00 bond for the residence at 118 Ca on Street be approved. This re- commendation was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 5. N That the rev-Lead• tentative map of Tract No. 3881, Karvelis Subdivision, being a portion of Lots 8 and 9 , Block 32, Map of West Redlands, be approved, providing Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 be increased to 75' x 175' and Lot 5 to 120' x 175' . This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 4 . That the revised tentative maw of Tract 3837, Rolling Hills Subdivision, be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 3 6. That the tentative map of Tract No. 3883, Lot 3 and Portion of Lot 4 , Block 30, Second Prel. Map of Redlands, located on East Citrus Avenue and University Street and toy consist of 14 lots, be approved. This recommendation was approved subject to the provi- sion that the School District was not interested in this parcel of land for school pur- poses on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Easement for Sewers in Block 8 Residence Plat I/ Attorney Wilson presented a deed in favor of the City of Redlands] given by the Crescent Grove Homes, Inc . , for an easement of sewers and other utilities across the II Northwesterly 4 feet of Lots 1 to 9, the Southeasterly 4 feet of Lots 12 to 20, the Westerly 2 feet of Lots2, 8, 13, 15 and 17 and the Easterly 2 feet of Lots 3, 9, 12, 14 and 16 of Block 8, Residence Plat of Redlands . The matter of accepting this deed was tabled until the City Manager could investigate further. Valencia Vista Subdivision Restrictions Cit Attorney Wilson presented a copy of the Declaration of Restrictions on the Valenciaet ;! Vista Subdivision and requested that the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign II same in behalf of the City of Redlands as the City owns two lots in this subdivision. A motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, authorizing I the signatures of the Mayor and the City Clerk on the Declaration of Restrictions . II Deed to Strip of Ground by Western Fruit Growers Attorney Wilson presented for acceptance by the City a &cat executed by the West- 1 ern Fruit Growers, Inc. , in favor of the City of Redlands for a strip of property 40 feet by 250 feet , same being a portion of Lot 3, Block 27, Second Prel. Map of Redlands locat., ed in the Southwest corner of said Lot 3. This deed was accepted on motion of Council- I man Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam. John Nies brought up the problem of a safety question on Colton Avenue and Church Street caused by a nine foot difference in the width of Colton Avenue east and west of :1 Church Street. This matter was referred to the Safety Council for investigation. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : H.R. Whaley I, City Clerk . Mayor of e City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California !' February 25, 1952 9 :00 o' clock A.M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting for the express purpose of considering a resolution to place a proposition pn the ballot at the next regular Municipal Election, April 8th, 1952, to increase the compensation of the members of the Council. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Clapp and Mayor Folkins, Attorney Wilson and City Clerk Whaley. Absent : Councilman Thornquest . 1I Mayor Folkins called the meeting to order and announced that the Council was ready to hear from anyone in the audience relative to the purpose for which the meeting had been called. Mr. Brooke Sawyer addressed the Council stating that the group of citizens present were there to request that the Council pass a motion placing a proposition on the April ballot to set the compensation of the Council members at $100.00 per month and that of the Mayor at 0125.00 per month. A general discussion followed. Various suggestions were made as to amounts, some feeling that the suggested salary was too high and others that it was too low. Finally, sfter much discussion and on a direct request by those present , a motion was made by Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam directing the City Clerk to place a proposition on the April ballot to increase the compensation of the Council members to $100.00 and that of the Mayor to $150.00. The motion was adopted by the followi ILIA vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : Councilman Thornquest RESOLUTION CALLING ELECTION An amended resolution calling for a Municipal Election, April 8th, 1952, for the purpose of electing Two (2) City Councilmen for the full term of four years, One (1) _ City Cleric for the full term of four years, One (1) City Treasurer for the full term of Tfou r years and the following proposition, "Shall the Salary of the members of the City Council be increased to $100.00 per month and that of the Mayor to $150.00. " The amended resolution was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : Councilmen Thornquest • As the business for which the special meeting was called was deemed completed, on motion, the Council adjourned. SCI /• Attest : H.R. Whaley � " C ty C erk � ayor o ' a City ye"Red ands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California March 4, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P .M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. _ _ Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp and Mayor Folkins ; Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Assistant City Manager Harp, Building Inspector Phelps , Treasurer Godshall, Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : Councilman Thornquest. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. L 67 Till, PETITIONS Mrs. Caddie Cook addressed the Council, inquiring whether anything had been done to correct the situation at the Hillside Cemetery whereby graves were left unfilled over)) nom. Mayor Folkins informed Mrs . Cook that the Cemetery Superintendent had been in- structed that all graves opened during the day should be filled and covered with sod before the workmen were allowed to leave the job. COMMUNICATIONS 'I A communication from the Chamber of Commerce relative to the work done by the San Bernardino Valley Industrial Committee during the past year and requesting the Qity Council to appropiate $250.00 as the City' s share of the Cost of operating for another year, was presented and read. Lloyd Myers, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce , was 'I asked some questions by membersoof the Council and Edward T. Fletcher also addressed the ! Council urging them to hel�, in continuing the activities of this committee. A motion 0 a'? was made , seconded and carried, approving the request and authorizing the expenditure of ;1 C4 $250.00 for the purpose outlined. • .I A communication from the City of Burbank attaching a copy of their Resolution #8349 ' adopted February 19th, 1952, in opposition to the proposal of the County Supervisors II Association for a 40 State Sales Tax to be participated in by the Counties , was presented read and ordered filed. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The matter of acceptance, by the City from the Crescent Groves Homes, Inc. , of an easement covering a sewer line in Block 8, Residence Tract, City of Redlands , was again brought up and discussed. The Council felt they should have to accept this easement as Ij under the supervision of the sewer had been installed by direction of the City andAthe Engineering Department but as there was a question regarding the driveways in this subdivision it was the decision of the Council to table the matter until the driveway question had been cleared up. The. matter of the aest Room9 at the Bowl was again brought up and Park Superinten- dent Staniforth reported that the property owners adjoining the Bowl property on the South were ngt. interested in selling a portion of their ground. Mr. Staniforth estimate: the cost of erecting the rooms above ground, one on each side of the Bowl, would be I1 approximately $8,000.00. It was suggested that firm bids be obtained on the two rest rooms at theBowl and one at Sylvan Park . Councilman Clapp objected to asking any con- tractor to work up a bid until the City could fins the money to build. It was finally decided to let the Engineering Department and the Building Inspector work up an estimate on the cost of the proposed rest rooms. The matter of better street lighting in the area including Sonora Street , Nordina Street and Clark Street was again presented for consideration. Assistant Manager _Harp reported that to bring this area up to standard would cost the City approximately $23.00 tl per month increase in the power bill. After further discussion it was regularly moved, seconded and carried to instruct the Edison Company to proceed with the necessary changes) to bring this area up to standard lighting. The matter of adopting a resolution to permit the local Sales Tax Administrator to II examine the State Sales and Use Tax returns was again presented and on recommendation ,A I 4� of Mr. Godshall the City Attorney was instructed to prepare such a resolution for signa-II ture by the Mayor. ORDINANCE #939 Ordinance B939, Smudge Control, was presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote : Ayes; Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : Councilman Thornquest. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Redlands Planning Commission„ held at 4 :00 P.M. , March 3rd, 1952, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the request of Mrs. Alma Isham, 832 Alvarado Street, for permission to split property located on the westerly side of Alvarado Street described as the northerly) 80 feet of Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 36, Residence Plat, be approved. It was moved, second ed, and carried this recommendation be approved. 2. That the request of Mr. Rahn, Southern California Turkey Association, for per- mission to establish a poultry processing plant at the northeast corner of the Redlands City Limits at the end of Wabash Avenue, by utilizing the airplane hangar located there and remodeling it into a modern processing plant, be approved. As this location is to supplant one on Oriental Avenue, previously approved by the Council , the recommendation of the Planning Commission was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp. That the courtesy request of the Gottemy Sign Service for permission to erect a sign for Pinky' s Cafe at 1275 Brookside Avenue , just outside the City Limits , and the County Planning Commission be informed of the denial. This recommendation was adopted by ' a motion regularly made, seconded and adopted. 4. That the request for permission to place a four foot sidewalk next to the curb on Norwood Street, between Clark Street and Fern Avenue be approved providing an "A" type p_22212 is installed. Also that the Council approve a 15 foot set back on the east side of this portion of Norwood Street. A motion was regularly made , seconded and carried that this recommendation be adopted. 5. That the request of Rev. and Mrs . Paul L. Ferguson for permission to split property located lust off Franklin Avenue into three lots be approved providing, the par'.- cel be split into Lila lots instead of three. It was also recommended that the Building Inspector be authorized to grant permits on these two parcels without going through the Planning Commission and the City Council. After some discussion relative to the method of ingress and egress a motion was regularly made, seconded and carried adopting the 7-7 recommendations of the Planning Commission. 6. That the request of Louis and Florence S. Woodbury for permission to split a parcel of property located just off Garden Street with an entrance on Hilton Avenue into three lots be approved providing a 20foot blacktop roadway, with an 80 foot diameter turn-around , be constructed, A motion Nis regularly made, seconded and carried that this recommendation be adopted. 7. That the request of Rex Q. Vincent, for permission to split property located on Franklin Avenue, described as portions of Lots 8 and 9, Block 10, Redlands Heights Map No. 1, into four lots , be approved. This recommendation was adopted on motion regularly made, seconded and carried. 8. The petition of the Temple Baptist Church for permission to erect a church on i• the Southeast corner of Church Street and The Terrace was discussed at length but because of the fact that a majority vote could not be reached either for or against the proposal ] no recommendation is therefore 1141_10 the Council. As there were quite a few people present at the Council meeting to talk on this proposal, Mayor Folkins opened the meet- III ing to general discussion . The main objections seemed to be the parking and traffic problems . Rev. Bell presented a proposed off-street parking plan different from the one it presented to the Planning Commission and after study of this plan, listening to much it discussion pro and con, a motion was regularly made, seconded and carried that the matter be referred back to the Planning Commission for further study. C7 - - '� 9. That the signs, sketches of which had been proposed by the surrounding neigh- eq cc •borhood and presented by Mr. Orton, manager of the Wissahickon Inn, showing a luminous sign at Highlanri and Center and a 3 by 6 sign with controlled lighting at the Inn, be approved. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 10. That the request of the Pilgrim Holiness Church for permission to erect direct- ional signs at Colton and Clay Streets and Western and Orange Streets be referred to the Building Inspector as to type of signs and exact location. Mr. Phelps, Building InspectiI or, recommended the request be approved according to the type of signs and location therll pf agreed to by his department and the church. The recommendation of the Building In- spector was adopted on motion regularly made, seconded and carried. NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE # 940 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, to control the loitering of per- sons under the age of eighteen years was introduced by Councilman Clapp, read in detail and laid over under he rules. ORDINANCE #941 An Ordinance requiring persons convicted of certain crimes who shall come into or be within the City of Redlands , California, to register in the office of the Chief of Police of said City, was introduced by Councilman Putnam, read in detail and laid over under the rules. ACTING CITY ENGINEER On recommendation of Assistant City. Manager Harp, Mr. Charles L. Faulke was em- ' ployed as Acting City Engineer on a temporary {.art-time basis, on a motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp and unanimously carried. lil REPORTS The reports of the Building Department, police Department and Poundmaster for the month of February were presented and ordered filed. OFF-STREET PARKING LOTS Assistant Manager Harp reported a proposal had been made to sell to the City a parcel, I 70 of property on East State Street , 80 by 120, to be used for off-street parking. The Council was not interested at this time as there was no money in the parking fund with which to purchase more land. Mr. Harp also reported that the houses had been cleared off the Cajon Street lots and that the work of grading, etc , would be carried on as fast as possible. Mr. Harp read a request from Crear and Baker for an easement across the property to allow them to reach the back of their store building. It was the opinion of the Council this would defeat, the purpose for which the lots had been purchased so this matter was laid over for further study. RAISE IN WATER RATES Assistant Manager Harp reported that a proposed raise of .25% on the minimum and a .01¢ raise on the different brackets over and above the minimum would bring addition- al revenue to the water department of approximately $30,000.00 per year. No action was taken at this time. SMUDGE ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT 'The matter of obtaining the services of the County in the administration of the Smudge Control Ordinance was brought up and discussed and a motion made, seconded and carried authorizing the City Manager to negotiate with the County to administer this ordinance. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the inance Committee. I No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whal y City Clerk Mayor of he City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California March 18, 1952 7 o'clock P.M A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Treasurer Godshall, Assistant City Manager Harp, Building Inspector Phelps . Police Chief Slaughter and Fire Chief Thomas . Absent : Councilman Clapp. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Robert Baker, of Baker and Crear, addressed the Council relative to arranging' for an ingress and egress to the rear of their store , through the City' s parking lot on Cajon Street for small delivery trucks. After studying the layout map of the parking lot a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Thornquest and 71 unanimously carried, to grant permission to use driveways in the narking lot for ingress and egress providing the persons making the request rented the back parking space on the south side of the parking lot at a rental of $15. 00 per month. APPLICATIONS �, Two applications for transfer of water contracts with Option "B" , one from Frank M.I',, and Isabelle K. Perry to Jose M. and Jacintha Mello and the other from Frank M. and Isabelle K. Perry to Amos and Mary Chaves , was approved on motion of Councilman Thorn- quest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. An application by the American Legion Post #106 for use of the City Hall Auditorium and the Council Chambers for the purpose of holding a District meeting on April 20. 1952 was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. An application by Miller and Miller, 240 East Congress Street, Colton, for permission to install, at the Standard Station, Inc . , Orange Street and Highway 99, City of Redlands %? one 6000 gallon underground storage tank and one 5000 gallon underground storage tank, replacing one 2000 gallon tank and three one 1000 gallon tanks, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. II COMMUNICATIONS .A communication from the Industrial Division of the San Bernardino Real Estate Board urging the City to co-operate in forwarding a movement to obtainadditional water by joining the Metro[Lolitan Water District, was presented, read and ordered filed. A communication from E.2,2s B. Speer, Sunt. of Schools, requesting a survey to deter- mine the advisiability of installing flashing signals on Colton Avenue in front of the Franklin School and at the intersection of Texas and West Colton "venue was presented and referred to the Chief of Police for study and recommendation. A Fire Insurance Policy issued by the Hardware Mutual Insurance Company in favor n of G.A. Schoen covering City-owned property at the Northwest corner of Colton and Orange Streets in the amount of $15,000.00 was presented and ordered filed. A report from the Southern California Edison Company showing a gross receipt for the calendar _year ending December 31, 1951, and the franchise Payment due thereon was presented and ordered filed. A communication from the League of California Cities relative to legislation now - i pending to er integrat on of and existing public retirement systems was read and a motion was regularly made, seconded and carried that letters be sent to Senators Knowland and Nixon and Congressman Sheppard urging them to support the proposal. UNFINISHED BUSINESS I� The matter of accepting a deed from the Crescent Grove Homes , Inc . , for sewer easement in Block 8. Residence Tract, was again brought up and on motion of Councilman Thornouest , seconded by Councilman Van Diest, the recommendation of Assistant Manager jl Harp to accept the deed was approved. ;I ORDINANCE #940 Ordinance #9_1()_, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, to control the loitering ofpew s under the age of eighteen years , was presented for the second time, read in detail, and adopted by the following vote : r- Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins floes.: None Absent : Councilman Clapp ORDINANCE #941 Ordinance #941, an ordinance of the City of Redlands , California, requiring persons convicted of certain crimes who shall come into or be within the City of Redlands, to 1 register in the office of the Chief of Police of said City, was presented for the second ) time, read in detail and adopted by the following vote : Ayes; Councilmen Putnam, Van Diest, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : Councilman Clapp DEED FROM WESTERN FRUIT GROWERS, INC. A deed for a parcel of land, 50' x 250' ; located on Brookside Avenue, executed by the Western Fruit Growersilnc . , in favor of the City of Redlands for Street purposes Only was accepted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. RESOLUTION ;Y705 A resolution urging the State Board of Equalization of the State of California to recommend to Governor Earl Warren that this City' s duly authorized Sales Tax officials be permitted to examine State Sales and Use Tax returns pursuant to Section 7056 of the Revenue and Taxation Code , was presented by Attorney Wilson and adopted on motion of Councilman Thornquest, seconded by Councilman Putnam.. RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT TO CAPITAL COMPANY The matter of the City Granting an easement to the Capital Company for a right-of- way over city property in Reservoir Canyon was again brought up and discussed. It was at out that the property to be benefited by this right-of-way might possibly be .subdivided and also that there was a matter of water being furnished a the city to irte shrubbery along the proposed right-of-way to be looked into, therefore this matter was tabled fort wo weeks to allow further investigation. NEW BUSINESS The last half of the City taxes on Lots 16 & 17, Orange Street Add. , recently acquired by the City of Redlands , was ordered cancelled on motion of Councilman Thorn- quest, silos:glad by Councilman Putnam. A lease agreement prepared by the County Board of Supervisors covering the re- modeling and leasing of a portion of the Hall of Justice for the Justice Court was pre- sented by the Attorney. The lease, as drawn up, was unsatisfactory as to rental pay- ments and length of time. The matter was laid over and the Assistant Manager and t, torney instructed to try to negotitate a lease along lines suggested by the members of 1 the Council. REPORTS Reports of the Fire Department and the City Treasurer for the month of February were presented and ordered filed. J A report prepared by the Assistant City Manager and the Water Superintendent showing the proposed new rates for delivery of •Rater, installation and service connections was presented and studied by the Council. No action was taken at this time but a resolution setting the new rates will be presented at the next regular meeting of the Council for action. Lp 9 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held at 4 :00 P.M. , March 17th, 1952, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the request of the University of Redlands to split a parcel of property being a portion of the Southeast 4 of Section 1, adjacent to Lot 25, Tract 3133, Country ! Club Estates #2, be approved. ' 2. That the request of the Sunset Tile and Roofing Company for permission to con- II struct, maintain and operate a roofing and tile warehouse and office to be located on 1 the east side of Tennessee Street between Colton Avenue and the Santa Fe tracks , be ii approved. 3. That the request of Melvin E. and Reva Grubert , 1002 Church Street, for per- mission to build a residence on the front of the lot at 1002 Church Street be denied inasmuch as this is a first residential zone permitting of only one residence to a lot. 0 I 4. That the request of Leo B. Conklin for permission to split a portion of Lot 4 , �I (7,1 it Block 49 of Plat of Lot 1, Block 9 and Lot 4, Block 49, Smith' s Subdivision No. 2, `t creating two lots facing Elizabeth Street, be approved. The above recommendations of the Planning Commission were adopted on motion regular'- ly made, seconded and carried. FL.13 REST ROOMS AT BOWL fid°` fllSI51" The matter of constructing rest rooms adjacent to the Community Bowl was again brought up. The Clerk presented a petition in protest of the proposed 21__.. ..oLesa, signed by eighty residents of the immediate neighborhood. Park Superintendent Staniforth reported that the estimated cost of the rest rooms would be $3700.00 each. Councilman Putnam suggested that because of the protests and cost, the project be dropped. Council-,1 man Thornquest suggested that as long as the proposed rest rooms were not to be con- structed, better lighting-should be installed along with directional suns to facilitate locating the existing rest rooms in the park adjacent to the bowl. After some further discussion a motion was regularly made, seconded and carried that the suggestion of Councilman Thornquest beaciontad. At this time Superintendent Staniforth requested the Council aopropiate approxi- mately $6000.00for the purpose of constructing a combination rest room in Sylvan Park. j This request was denied as there were nofunds set up in the present budget to do the work. Supt. Staniforth was dire to place this item in his next year' s budget for consideration. I� Building Inspector Phelps brought up the matter of certain Burglar Alarm Companies 'll installing alarm systems in the City of Redlands without a license and also that they ' were being put on the outside of buildings in violation of a City ordinance . Treasurer Godshall reported that the company in question was being taken into court in connection Ili with the business license and suggested that no action be taken in regards to theIi violation of the ordinance until after the court action had been completed. A motion was , regularly made , seconded and carried to suspend an on the above matter until after March 24th, 1952, the date of the court trial. , II ji, I P-54`: Mayor Folkins reported he had been contacted by members of the Highland Chamber of Commerce relative to appointing a committee to work with them toward getting a County Air Pollution District formed. No action was taken at this time as it was the opinion of the Council that this matter should be laid over until the new Board of Supervisors takes office. Water Superintendent Burk reported that arrangements would have to be made before 1 April 1st if the City wished to obtain Tugonia Water with which to irrigate the orange grove at Texas and Colton. After some discussion as to whether the trees should be pulled or maintained it was recommended by Councilman Thornquest that City water be used to keep the trees alive until a definite course of action was decided on by the Council. Assistant Manager Harp presented a request from the School Superintendent for per- mission to remove the curb along the north side of Fern Avenue ,between Church Street .and the bus entrance to the school grounds , black-topping the parking along this area to the sidewalk for the purposes of allowing angle parking. A motion was made, seconded and carried that this request be turned down but that angle parking be permitted along the north side of Fern Avenue in that block with parallel parking on the south side of the street. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : airy R. Whale , y er Ca„. 4 _ Mayor of e City of Redlands , California -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California April 1, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : 'ouncilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Assistant City Manager Harp, •Build- ing Inspector Phelps , Fire Chief Thomas and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of • the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. A '$ rrfroarr. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS_ An application for use of the Community Bowl by the J hovah With saes of $ed] nds for the purpose of holding a public lecture on June 1, 19527—Was denied as the Bow would be in the process, at that time, of being readied for the summer musical programs The following applications to hang banners across Orange Street were approved: 1. The Y.M.0 A. to advertise the annual "y" Circus . 2. The Senior Girl Scouts, to advertise the Girl Scout Jamboree. An application by the Council of Churches for use of the Community ''owl k(^ri1 13th for Easter Sunrise Service and for 12 consecutive Sunday evenings , bgginning June 22nd, 1952, and ending September 7 , 1952, was approved. 75 3. The Fgotlighters, to advertise the play "Harvey. " 4. The Kiwanis Club, to advertise a benefit show. An application by the 20-30 Club of Redlands for permission to hold a Community I� $reakfast for the benefit of the "Little League" on April 5th, 1952, at the Triangle and to block off Cajon Street from Orange to Citrus from 7 .00_ o'clock A.M. to noon on Ap be the above date, was approved. COMMUNICATIONS I! ' The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From Dr. M.E. Cosand, County Health Officer, confirming the appointment of City Clerk H.R. Whaley as assistant Registrar for the purpose of receiving, filing and issuing certified copies of aital statistics. From C .T. Johnson, Regional Coordiflnator, Region 8, Civil Defense, commending Mr. I Sid Conner, Redlands Civil Defense Director, for excellent Civil Defense planning done l by Mr. Conner and his staff for the City of Redlands . From the Southern California Gas Company attaching a certified statement showing rr 1 l n the amount due the City for the period Jan. 1, 1951 to Dec. 31, 1951, inclusive, under the franchise with the C1t4. From Mr. J.A. McClelland, 91 Texas Street , objecting to the proposed extension of Center Street to connect with Texas Street. From Congressman Harry R. Sheppard relative to legislation to allow Cities to par- I ticipate in ()Au. From the Leagueof California Cities, a "Report to the Cities." UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution #706, (Lot Cleaning) A resolution authorizing the Posting and Cleaning of vacant property within the City was presented and duly adopted and the City Manager authorized to advertise for bids covering the necessary cle4:ning. LEASE ON PORTION OF HALL OF JUSTICE A lease agreement between the City of Redlands and the Count of San Bernardino covering a portion of the Hall of Justice for a term of th ree(3) TE.Esig. commencing on the Eft day of January, 1952 and ending on the 31st day of December, 1954 , for a total) rent of Eighteen Hundred Dollars ($1800.00) , payacle quarterly, in arrears , on the last day of each and every calendar quarter of said term in equal payments of One Hundred andll Fifty ($150.00) upon the presentation of a quarterly statement, was presented and appro- ved on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Putnam, with the Mayor author-i ized to sign in behalf of the City. CHANGE IN CITY WATER RATES A resolution setting up new rates for domestic and irrigation both inside and out- side the City of Redlands , adjusting installation costs and setting up rules and regula- tions covering the water department , was presented and after some discuss ion was laid over for further studt, on motion, of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman ThvrnQuestl man Mayor Folkins cast the deciding vote , Council Putnam and Councilman Van Diest having voted against the motion. l.1 I 76 _---_ ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW Authorization was granted the park Department to assist in putting on the annual Flower Show staged each year by the Garden Club. NEW BUSINESS Resolution #707 " resolution applying for an allotment under Chapter 20, Statutes of 1946, covering the State ' s share of the cost of the Texas Street Sewer and appointing Julius E. Harp, Assistant City Manager, as the authorized agent of the Local Agency, was presented and adopted by the following vote : Ayes ; Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : None Resolution # 708 A resolution to amend the present system of major City Streets by the addition of CRESCENT AVENUE, from Serpentine Drive to Alessandro Road and NORTH UNIVERSITY STREET from Citrus Avenue to Colton Avenue , was presented and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : None HEAVY-DUTY TRAFFIC AUTOMOBILE The purchasing Department was authorized to advertise for bids covering the purchase of a "Heavy-Duty Traffic Automobile" , a budgeted item, on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornouest. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: The City Treasurer, Police Department, Poundmaster and the Building Inspector for the month of March, 1952. CONTRACT FOR ANNUAL AUDIT Assistant City Manager Harp was authorized to employ Faulkner, Oakes and Faulkner, Public Accountants, to prepare the Annual City Audit for the next three years, providing ' their charge meets with the approval of the Council, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION$ At a Fekular meeting of the Redlands City Planning Commission, held at 4 :00 o'clock P.M. , March 31, 2952, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the request of Willis R. and Charlotte D. Oden for permission to _split a jail extending between Elizabeth and Center Streets, described as a portion of Block 15 Smith's Subdivision #2, be approved. This recommendation wasda opted provided curbs and gutters are provided on both streets as required by the Subdivision Ordinance of the I, City of Redlands . 2. That rolled curbs , four foot sidewalks on the property line with an eight foot parking allowing for a four foot planting area int he DeVlieger Subdivision, Tract #38671 be approved. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Clapp. 3. That the tentative map of Lytle Subdivision, Tract #3889, be approved with ex- II i elusion of sidewalks on Roosevelt Road, also along the west side of the subdivision, providing the necessary bond 4s posted for curbs on both side of the new Street. After considerable discussion relative to the subdivision ordinance being complied with and the expense of removing trees along Roosevelt Road which would interfere with the placing of sidewalks along the street, a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by II Councilman Clapp and unanimously carried that the tentative map be approved providing sidewalks were placed on Roosevelt Road in addition to those recommended by the Planning Commission after the City, at City expense, had removed the trees along Roosevelt Road and repaired the curb where necessary. 4 4. That the tentative map of the Karvalis Subdivision, Tract #3881, stand as previously presented with no exclusion. 5. That the tentative map of the Merola Subdivision, Tract #3883, stand as previously ,r C4 presented with no exclusions.. Recommendations four and five were adopted on motion of Councilman Clapp, seconded by Councilman Thornquest. . ii A; RESOLTITION Death of Edgar T. Ham 1 The following resolution was unanimously adopted by the City Council and ordered Homy "That spread on the minutes of this meeting and a copy of the same to be delivered to Mrs. Ham: "That whereas, the City of Redlands feels so deeply the loss of Mr. Edgar T. Ham, - in,,-t.; 4'- -,4.44_n.1.-z,rx.c/..“--, who served the City as City-Manager -City- Engineers whereas each city official and officer knows personally of the capable and trustworthy manner in which he performed the duties of that office ; ..- Now Now therefore, on behalf of the entire City of Redlands , the City Council wishes uh is_•., to express its appreciation for the contribution of Mr. Ham to the civic welfare and development of Redlands , and to offer its sympathy to Mrs. Ilam in her bereavement, and 1 u iso,. assure her that the memory of Mr. Ham will remain always with them, as a man of integ- ll I rity and as a beloved associate." Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council 111 adjourned. Attest: Harry R. Whale City Clerk �fi � e�,� -Mayor o he City oed al nds II -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- j I I II 1 L 78 Redlands,California April 15, 1952 7 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, California, held at the regular place of meeting. ?-1_11212/ : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest, Mayor Folkins, Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Treasurer Godshall, Attorney Wilson, Assistant City Manager Harp, Building Inspector Phelps and Police C;Yief Slaughter. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. This being the time fixed by statute and notice of election for counting of absentee ballots and canvassing the returns of the Municipal Election held on April 8th, 1952, the Council prodeeded to count the absentee ballots and canvass the returns, after which the following Resolution was unanimously adopted: "WHEREAS, a general municipal election was held and conducted in the City of Redlands on Tuesday, April 8th, 1952, as required by law; AND, WHEREAS, it appears that notice of said election was duly and legallygiven, that voting precincts were properly established, that election officers were appointed and election supplies furnished, and that in all respects said election was held and conducted and the votes cast thereat received and canvassed, and the returns thereof , made, determined and declared in time, form and manner as required by the general laws of the State providing for the regulating of Municipal Elections in cities of the fifth and sixth class; AND, WHEREAS, the City Council of said City met at the Council Chambers thereof on Tuesday, the 15th day of April, 1952, at seven o'clock, P.M. , to canvass the returns of said election; and whereas the Council finds that as the result of said canvass that the number of votes cast, the names of the persons voted for, and other matters re- quired by law, to be hereinafter stated;. now therefor it is hereby declared, RESOLVED AND DETERMINED as follows : That said general municipal election was held and conducted in the City of Redlands on Tuesday, the 8th day of April, 1952, in time, manner and form as required by law; That there were 18 voting precincts established in said City for the purpose of holding said election, numbered A to P inclusive,11and R and S, a consolidation of the regular precincts 1 to 36, established for hol4�ing state and county elections. That the whole number of votes cast in said City of Redlands at said election was 4469. That the names of the persons voted for, the offices for which they were voted, the number of votes received byeach of said persons, in each of said precincts, to- r. gather with the whole number of votes which they received in the entire City are as follows : CITY OF REDLANDSCALIFORNIA 7 Q GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OFFICIAL RETURNS APRIL 8th,1952 COUNCIL TREASURER CLERK PROPOSITION 1 • J / 1 / if ct/ U g VI iI d 1A 1 & 965 94 65 ' 52 60 29 125 32 42 179 64 125 20 1 B 2 & 34 33 47 75_ 42 55 19 96 13 26 119 32 95 142 it C 1I 3 & 15 59 79 91 64 62 27 106 21 72 170 58 119 214 D 4 & 14 65 87 73 73 59 36 142 23 33 181 53 128 208 E ? 5 & 6 65 92 124 79 80 33 145 45 61 220 54 180 261 Cit c F 7 & 12 66 82 79 57 58 27 113 32 51 162 54 120 205 G 8 & 35 70 96 111 68 53 173 28 ME 66 165 ■ 245 A 10 & 11 74 88 57 29 27 38 183 53 143 ■ 210 I — --- — — ■ 13 & 27 97 107 79 72 14 8 43 195 135 224 J �I 16 & 19 98 96 88__-73- 50 49 20 45 210 161 ■ 246 IL_ K �I 17 & 23 77 89 102 69 41 46 159 25 37 193 49 147 226 L 18 & 22 49 97 95, 62 66 42 ,, 157 31 , 22 185 58 135 28,8 M 20 & 21 148 100 112 123 91 29 244 25 38 285 71 204 314 N 24 & 32 132 121 88 115 65 69 232 34 36 270 103 193 317 ' 0 ;I 25 & 26 188 105 67 148 72 27 251 17 35 275 94 197 315 P 28 & 33 120 92 128 74 66 50 203 19 41 241 81 177 271 R II29 & 31 125 122. 136 123 79 52 234 30 54 291 64 255 330 S 20 & 36 152 91 56 117 44 28 192 24 30 233 75 160 252 it TOTALS 1683 1639 1685 1482, 1147 659 3050 454 743 38 .! 1159 28 9 446" 50 '., II RESOLVED, therefore, that at said general municipal election held in the City of Redlands , April 8th, 1952 the following persons were elected to the following offices, d II respectfully; John K. Elkins was elected a member of the City Council for the full term of four years from and after Tuesday April 8th, 1952, and until his successor is elected and qualified. i� I 8® Donald S.C. Anderson was elected a member of the City Council for a full term of four years from and after Tuesday, April 8th, 1952, and until his successor is elected and qualified. Franklin M. Godshall was elected City Treasurer for the full term of four years_ from and after April 8th, 1952, and until his successor is elected and qualified. Harry R. Whaley was elected City Clerk for the full term of four years from and after April 8th, 1952 , and until his successor is elected and qualified. RESOLVED FURTHER, that at said general municipal election held in the City of Red- lands“April 8th, 1952, the following proposition was defeated : "Shall the compensation of City Councilmen, City of Redlands , be increased to $100.00. ter month and that of the layer to $150.00 per month?” I, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was adopted by the City Council, City of Redlands at a meeting thereof held Tuesday, April 15th, 1952, by the following vote : Ag2,4 Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Clapp, Thornquest and Mayor Folkins. Alm: None Absent : None Dated : April 15th, 1952 INSTALLATION The Clerk at this time presented Certificates of Election of John H. Elkins, Donald S.C . Anderson, Franklin M. Godshall and Harry R. Whaley. The City Attorney administered the Oath of Office to the Clerk Elect who in turn administered the Oath of Office to the Treasurer-Elect and the Councilmen-Elect. ORGANIZATION Before seating the newly elected Councilmen, Mayor Folkins presented a Certificate of Appreciation to both Councilman Clapp and Councilman Thornquest for long and loyeil service to the City of Redlands. The retiring Councilmen in turn expressed their appreciation for the cooperation they have received from other members of the Council and offered their assistance to the new Council whenever needed. The newly elected officers having been seated, the next matter of business was the election of a Mayor for the next two years . Clerk Whaley called the new Council to order and asked for nominations for Mayor. Councilman Van Diest nominated Hugh Folkins for Mayor. Councilman Putnam seconded the nomination. ' No further nominations being made, a vote was called for and Councilman Folkins was elected Mayor by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins and Anderson. Absent: None Not Voting: Councilman Folkins . Clerk Whaley turned the gavel over to Mayor-elect 24021kins , who thanked the members of the Council for the honor and pledged his best efforts to a fair anvil just adminis- tration. S1 S1 t APPLICATIONS AND _FETITIONS An application by St. Mary' s Catholic Church for use of the Auditorium for the 1 I purpose of hot ing a dance on May 10th, 1952, was granted at the regular fee of 035.00. An application by the Art Guild for permission to use the lawn adjacent to the City Hall for the purpose of an Art Display on May 24th, 1952, was granted. An application by the Redlands Chapter, American Red Cross, for permission to dis- I' play banners and close Cajon Street from Citrus to,Orange Streets to create an atmos- phere which will help in putting over their "Red Cross Good Neighbor Day " , was granted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. An application by the First Church of Christ, Scientist, for a variance to the it Building Code to allow them to erect an auditorium adjacent to their present church on Vine Street was presented aid discussed; Building Inspector Phelps recommended the variance be granted as the present church building is to be torn down and a new building1 erected at which time the auditorium will become a Aart of the new building. The 'above .�1 variance was granted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. An application by Mr. R.J. Schott for permission to leave an existing window in the Northeast corner of his building at Orange and Central in variance to the Building ,C_ was granted provided Mr, Shott would execute an agreement that this opening would be walled up in case of a sale of this building or the construction of a building on the lot adjacent thereto on the North. II RESIGNATION OF FIRE CHIEF At this time the resignation of Fire Chief E.R. Thomas was presented by the. Clerk to take effect May 31, 1952. As Chief Thomas was taking retirement on that date, the resignation was accepted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. I (Heavy duty traffic automobile) As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the purchase of a heavy-duty traffic automobile the following bids were publicly Opened and declared : From - Harry and Lloyd's , Oldsmobile 88, net price delivered $2157.24 From - Bert Hatfield, Buic " " " 1826.94 From - Loge and Yount Ford " " " 1847.09 From - J.C . Almind Studebaker 1890.00 From - Art 's Pontiac Pontiac " " It 2158.07 From - Redlands Motors Mercury " ° " 2369. 92 On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, these bids were it ' referred to the Purchasing Department and the City Manager for study. NEW BUSINESS Clerk Whaley presented a request by the Lions Club for permission to drop leaflets V from an airplane on or about April 25th, 1952, for the purpose of advertising a break- �! fast, April 26th, 1952 , to help the needy local school children get eye glasses, As the City has a policy against this type of advertising a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried, denying this request. Councilman I.1 I cam, Elkins voted against the motion. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the City Planning Commission held Monday, April 14th, 1952,E ' li the following recommendations were made : 1. That the petition of Edward A. Caballero, 1345 Monterey Street , for permission to split Lots 20 and 21, Portion of Tract No. 1982, creating two lots, one facing Pacific Street and the other facing Monterey Street be approved providing a sewer easement is given the residence facing Monterey Street to enable connection with the existing sewer on Pacific Street. After a great deal of discussion relative to the type of residences on this property and inasmuch as the granting of this split would leave one house facing on what is at present an alley, a motion was made, seconded and carried that that this petition be tabled. 2. That the request of Mrs. Martha Steimle for permission to .split_ a portion of a parcel of property described as Lot A of a portion of Blocks 4 & 6, Map No. 1, Red- lands Heights, be approved. This redommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 3. That the request of Miss Myrtle May Shield for permission to split a portion of her property described as Lot 1, Block F, 2nd Preliminary Map of Redlands , creating a lot 142 x 247 facing Roosevelt Road, be approved provided curbs and gutters and side- walks are placed on Roosevelt Toad. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins. 4. That the tentative map of Rolling Hills Subdivision, Tract No. 3837 , be ap- proved with the exclusion of curs a$c! gutters on the east side of Farview Avenue and sidewalks throughout the subdivision. After considerable discussion this recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF BUSINESS Recreation Director, Earl Bandy, requested permission to use Sylvan Pool from_May 5th to the 16th, inclusive, for the purpose of conducting swimming classes for school children, Saturdays and Sundays excluded. The above request was granted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council ad- journed to an adjourned regular meeting at 7 o'clock P.M. , April 22, 1952. Attest : Harr. R. Whale • y er Mayor of t City of Red ands,Calif. • CD (�r Redlands , California April 22, 1952 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the I I' regular place of meeting. present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Assistant City Manager Harp, Building II Inspector Phelps and Police Chief Slaughter. Absent : Councilman Anderson A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having it previously examined the r ecord of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed _with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Stephen E. Edwards addressed the Council relative to approval of a split of property owned by Mr. Caballeros this matter having been tabled at the last meeting of it -t the Council, stating that he, Mr. Edwards, desired to purchase the large home with Mr. Cabellero retaining the smaller residence. Members of the Council stated that they had not had the opportunity to inspect the property and would like to look it over before it approving the split; therefore, a motion was made by Councilman Elkins, seconded by - Councilman Putnam, to table the matter until the next meeting to permit the Council to I� ' investigate it further. RECREATIONAL SURVEY li At this time the meeting was turned over to a Mr. Means who explained to the Council and representives of the schools the unified City, Schools and Community re- creation program. Mr. Means explained some of the highlights of the proposed plan as to cost, organization, etc . , and answered some questions relative to same. No action was jl taken at this time as the members of the Council desired time in which to study the plan. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application by the Redlands Youth Organization for use of the City Hall Audit- orium for the purpose of holding a dance on May 3, 1952, was approved on motion of !j Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. An application by ,7ehovah�s Witnesses for permission to hang a banner across Orange Street at State Street between the dates of May 27th to June 1st was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Mayor Folkins. An application by the Beautification Committee for permission to hang a banner ji across Orange Street in the vicinity of the Santa Fe Arcade to advertise the Redlands II Flower Show on May 3rd and 4th was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins . SII An application by the Junior High School for permission to hang a banner across II Orange Street to advertise the Junior High Carnival was approved on motion of Council- man Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, providing the banner is placed on Citrus Avenue and Orange Street. An application by the Y.M.C.A. for permission to use the Redlands Bowl on April 26th_ II I I 84 from 10 :45 A.M. to 11 :45 A.M. to present the ribbons to the winners in the annual Kiwanis Pet and Bike Parade, was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Council- man Putnam. An application by Mrs. Ebert Giddinfis , 148 Twelfth Street , Yucaipa, for permission to place a co°� of bees on the property north of Old Highway 99, eas$ of the Reservoir,il was approved on recommendation of Police Chief $laughter. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: I ' A copy of a letter directed to supervisorial candidates by the San Bernardino Real Estate Board relative to forming a district to obtain Metropolitan Water. From Al Faulkner, of Faulkner, Oakes and Faulkner, Auditors, submitting a bid of $50 0_00 per year, on a three year contract, to handle the annual audit for the City of Redlands. A motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and unanimously carried authorizing the employment of Mr. Faulkner for three years at the above ffiure. From the League of California Cities, a Legislative Bulletin. From the Public Utilities Commission of the State of California announcing a hearing on May 7th, 1952, in the matter of an application of the Water and Telephone Company to increase its rates and charges for telephone service. From the State Board of Equalization relatice to Cities being granted the authority ' to examine State Sales and Use Tax Records . From Senators Knowland and Nixon relative to extension of OASI to public employees covered by the State or local retirement systems. From the California Water and Telephone Company, a statement of their franchise tax for the calendar year of 1951. From the Division of Highways approving CRESCENT AVENUE, from Serpentine Drive to Alessandro Road and NORTH UNIVERSITY STREET, from Citrus Avenue to Colton Avenue as MAJOR STREETS. From the House Committee of the First Baptist Church, Larry H. Hendon, Chairman, relative to the installation of a "Back-trap" in the sewer line connecting the basement of the church with the main sewer, stating that the City/ is liable and requesting that the City install the "Back-trap" at no expense to the church. City Attorney Wilson that advis d the Council that in his opinion it was notthe City+ s liability and the church had been instructed eight years ago to install this "Back-trap". After considerable discussion a motion was made by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried, with Mayor Folkins not vot'i"ng" , that the City abide by the opinion of the City li!L2inty and assume no liability, leaving it up to the church to install the necessary "gap k-t ram". UNFINISHED BUSINESS The matter of raising the water rates was again presented. Councilman Elkins re- quested more time in which to study the proposed rates. Supt. Burk of the Water. Depart- ment stated that the matter could be laid over until the next regular meeting providing b5 a decision was reached at that time. Mayor Folkins also suggested the delay as Council- man Anderson was not present and he felt that the full Council should be on hand when a vote is taken on the recommended raise. The matter was therefore tabled until the meeting of May 6th, 1952. The matter of granting an easement across City-owned property to the Capital Com- pany for the purpose of ingress and egress to private property in Reservoir Canyon was again presented and the City Attorney announced that the property in question had been deeded to theCity for road purpose prior to the time the City came into possession of the of of ground through which this road passes, therefore the City has no legal right to block off this road and an easement was not necessary for anyone to use it. No action taken. AWARDING OF CONTRACT 'I (TRAFFIC AUTOMOBILE) This being the time set for the awarding of the contract for a heavy-duty traffic automobile the Assistant City Manager recommended the purchase of a Buick sedan at a price of $1826.94. This being considered the lowest and best bid, the award was given to Bert Hatfield, the Buick agent, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council- man Van Diest, and unanimously carried. I,I RESOLUTION NO. 709 li (GAS TAXt3 A resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands adopting budget and approv- ing the First Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement for expenditure of gas tax allocation ii • for Major City Streets was presented and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilman Elkins , Putnam, Van Diest and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent: Councilman Anderson REPORT The report of the Fire department for the month of March was presented and ordered filed. KARVELIS SUBDIVISION (Final Map) The final map of the Karvelis Subdivision was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. ROLLING HILLS SUBDIVISION The finalof the Rolling Hills Subdivision was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. RESOLUTION OF CONDOLENCE it (Franklin A.Record) The following resolution was unanimously adopted and the Clerk instructed to send jl a copy :of the same to the mother of the deceased, Franklin Record. "Whereas , Franklin A. Record passed away on April 19th, 1952 , after serving the City of Redlands as Cemetery Superintendent for seven years, and rendered faithful and valuable service to this City; I 86 Now, Therefore , the City of Redlands extends its sympathy and condolence to the members of his family and this expression of Appreciation for his faithful and trust- II worthy service." MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF BUSINESS I The matter of better control of trucks coming into the Redlands area from the East I was brought up by Councilman Van Diest and discussed at length. It was finally decided I to adopt a resolution requesting the Division^ of Highwa s to post signs above Crystal II Springs warning truck drivers of the down grade ahead of them and requesting them to shift into low gear before starting the down grade. The City Manager was directed to direct such a resolution to the Division of Highways on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjouned. Attest : arr R. Whal y y er Mayor° ofe 24 of Red an' s -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California May 6, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. IIA regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. • Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk rnold, Attorney Wilson, Acting City Manager Harp. Absent : None / / A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Stuart Power, representing the Young Republican Club, addressed the Council requesting the use of Sylvan Park for a "Judge Hilliard Rally Picnic" on the afternoon of May 24, 1952. As there was nothing in the Park Rules and Regulations prohibiting such a meeting in the park the request was granted on motion of Councilman Putnam, II seconded by Councilman Anderson. Mr. Steve Edwards addressed the Council in regards to the Caballero property split , which was tabled at the last meeting of the Council,again urging approval of the split. After reading a letter signed by all the adjoining property owners, which stated that II they had no objection to the proposed split, and discussion relative to future develop- I ment of adjacent property, a motion was made by Councilman Putnam that the split be approved providing curbs and gutters be installed adjoining the property on Pacific Street (or Alley) , a sewer easement be granted according to the Planning Commission t recommendation and a letter of approval from Mr. Molle be secured. The motion was seconded by Councilman VariLDItistitmad carried with Councilman Anderson & Elkins voting I against the motion. // PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held May 5th, 1952, the following 1 'I recommendations were made : 1. That the petition of Mrs. Osa Hagely, 342 Alvarado Street, for permission to construct a small cottage on the rear of her property at the above_ address be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins , deconded by Councilman Putnam. 2. That the request of Gordon Henderson for permission to split property located onthe northeast corner of San Mateo Street and Magnolia Avenue be approved providing all recommendations of the City Engineer, a copy of which is attached hereto, are com- plied with. After some discussion and on request of Mr. Henderson this matter was tabled for further consideration and study. 3. That the request of the Southern California Edison Company for permission to relocate a Power line in the vicinity of the Redlands High School, east on Roosevelt :N --t Road, be approved on Plan 2 , which should be worked out with the Engineering Department II it Q satisfactorily. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, li seconded by Councilman Van Diest. 4. That the request of the Redlands Company of Jehovah' s Witnesses for permission to erect a church building on the southwest corner of Brockton and Occidental Streets - II be denied because of the very large number of property owners in the immediate vicinity I' objecting to the request. A motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council- man Elkins that the recommendation of the planning Commission be adopted. After some discussion, which included a request by the petitioner] to table the matter at this time the question was called for and the motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application for use of the Redlands Bowl for the Community Music Association for their summer season beginning July 1 , 1952, and each Tuesday and Friday evening thereafter until August 29, 1952 , was granted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. (10-A ti- (?°T- 81 516152. An application by the Redlands Veterans Council for use of the Municipal Bowl for a public program at 9 :30 A.M. , Friday, May 30th, 1952, observing Memorial Day, includingll 111 the assistance of the Park and Cemetery Departments and also the furnishing, by the Cityl of 750 programs at a cost of $52.95, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins . An a5plication for the use of the Auditorium for a square dance benefit for Dale Wood, a disabled veteran, on May 12th. 1952, was aoproved providing the regular fee of 35.00 was paid,. An application for use of the City Council Chambers by the Redlands Youth Organiza- tion on the evening of May 7th, 1952, was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, An application, by the Redlands Schools for use of the Bowl for graduation exercises on June 6th, 1952, also use in the mornings of June 4th and 5th for rehearsals , was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins. I 88 g$ --� An application by the National Institute of Music and Arts for-•° use of the Bowl to stage a children' s recital on June 29th, 1952, from 2.00 to 5 :00 PM. . was approved at a rental of $33.00 on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. A petition by William E. Vandergriff to operate the City Cab Co. in the name of William E. Vandergriff instead of the partnership name of Roy Kirkpatrick and William Vandergriff was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. A request by Mr. Vandergriff to have the present license in the name of the partner- ship transferred to himself as an individual was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam. The present license to expire June 30, 1952. A petition by a group of citizens using the park recreation area in Smiley Park for lights in that area was referred to the Park Superintendent for inclusion in the next fiscal years S. . A request by the Junior Chamber of Commerce for an appropf-ation of $1200.00 with which to stage the Annual Orange Show Exhibit for the City of Redlands was referred to the budget committee. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From the State Board of Equalization a notice of a transfer of an Off-Sale General Liquor License from Edward G. Stenger and Harold A. Winn to Harold A. Winn. From the Santa Ana River Water Study Committee , Inc . , relative to making and com- piling an engineering report covering the water supply condition in the Santa Ana Basin and requesting the City' s share, in the , amount of $1000.00 to pay for this re�por_t_ On a motion made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and unanimously carried, the making of the survey was approved and the Clerk instructed to notify the committee that the $1000.00 would be available by August 1st, 1952. From the League of California Cities notifying the Council of the Biennial Mayors ' • and Councilmens ' Institute to be held in Fresno, California , June 12-13, 1952. Council man Elkins announced his intention to attend this meeting. Other Councilmen stated the might attend. At this time the Mayor declared a recess for the purpose of allowing the Council to interview an applicant for the position of City Manager. 10 :15 P.M. the Council reconvened. FURTHER COMMUNICATIONS • From the Currie Engineering Company relative to unforseen delays in the making of surveys and investigations in conjunction with the preparation of plans for intercepting and collecting sewers and for the sewage treatment plant for the City of Redlands and requesting that the City make application to the Bureau of Community Facilities to extendI/ trhe time of completion of these plans 60 days from the time set up in their allocation of funds fpr the preparation of these plans . The Clerk was directed to make necessary application. t . From the Southern California Gas Company relative to the City of Redlands passing .• an ordinance controlling the sale of gas and oil heating appliances within the City, similar p 9 to the one now in effect in the City of Los Angeles . This matter was referred to the Building Inspector. From the Chamber of Commerce relative to having warning signs placed above Crystal Springs on Highway 99 notifying truck drivers of the long down-grade ahead. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Bids - Lot Cleaning As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids covering the cleaning of Ii2&jiat lots in the City of Redlands , the following bid was publicly opened and declared : From Ward Finfrock, Lentone, Calif. ----$4 .00 per hours , Mowing, Disking or Plowing! This being the only bid turned in it was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded. by Councilman Van Diest and carried that the bid be accepted and Mr. Finfrock be awarded the contract. II RESOLUTION NO. 710 A Resolution of the Council of the City of Redlands establishing Rules and c Regulations for the Water Department of the City of Redlands was presented and after li `— long and Careful study, adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Anderson and Mayor Folkins Noes : Councilman Elkins Absent : jirse REPORTS The reports of the Fire Department, Police Department, Pound Master and the City Treasurer forthe month of April, 1952, were presented and ordered filed. APPOINTMENTS At this time Mayor Folkins announced the following appointments : Councilman Putnam as Finance Commissioner Councilman Van Diest as Council Representive on the Planning Commission. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commission. No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council adjourned to NN.Adjourned Regular Meeting at 1 :30 o'clock P.M. , Friday May 9th, 1952 Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk 2.. /'ar 'a or/ e y o je• an• s ' -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California May 9, 1952 1 :30 o ' clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins Absent : Councilman Putnam. FIRE CHIEF The matter of the appointment of a Chief Engineer of the Fire Department was pre- sented I, and Assistant Manager Harp recommended that Carl Rundberg, present Assistant Engineer, be appointed as Chief Engineer of the Fire Department effective June 1 , 1952, (A I • 90 at the following_ salary: $403.00 per month from June 1, 1952 to July 1, 1952 ; $426.00 per month from July 1, 1952 to Dec . 1, 1952 and 0450.00 as of Dec . 1, 1952. The appoint- ment of Carl Rundberg together with the salary recommendations of the Assistant City Manager was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried unanimously. CONFERENCE OF PARK OFFICIAL$ Park Superintendent Staniforth requested and was granted permission to attend a conference of park officials to be held at Pasadena, California, on May 14-15-16-17, 1952 , also authorization was granted Supt. Staniforth to exceed his budget in whatever amount necessary to cover his expenses to this conference on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest. DeVLEJGER SUBDIVISION I The final map of the DeVleiger Subdivision was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to sign same for the City of Redlands. REDLANDS POLICE RESERVES An application by the Redlands Police Reserve for permission to use the City Council Chambers each Monday from 7 :30 to 9 :30 2 .14, , starting May 19th, 1952, was granted on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson, providing other arrangements are made in case the Council schedules a Council meeting on any Monday ev�ng. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harr, R. Whale: C y C er . Mayor o the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- -0-0-0 Redlands, California May 20, 1952 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. tresent : Councilmen Van Diest, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson and Acting City Manager Harp. Absent : Councilman Putnam A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of ' the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mayor Folkins announced that the Council was ready to hear any oral petitions whereupon a representive of the Jehovah' s Witnesses announced that an application to hang a banner across Orange Street , which had been previously been approved, could be ,;,tancelled as there was no need for the banner. c -' Mr. Horace Hinckley addressed the Council relative to the rain-making program during the past season, presenting a report of the work done and announcing there would II be a refund of $225.00 coming to the City now and another of $25.00 in August. This represented that portion of the $1500.00 advanced by the City as their share of the over- all cost of the project which was not expended. Mr. Hinckley at this time requested the City to again pledge 01500.00 as their share for the next season. He was informed II this amount would be aet up in the next vearLs budget. Police Chief Slaughter addressed the Council in behalf of the Junior Association of the Redlands Bowl relative to them holding a parade on June 7th, 1952, recommending that this be allowed. Also a petition was presented by the above organization for permission to hang the Redlands Bowl street banner across Orange Street from June 2nd to June 9th at no cost to the organization and also to have the old Egg fire truck take it part in the parade. The above request for the rade, banner and fire truck was approved; G l on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest, with the City standing -' the expense of hanging and taking down the banner. a Mr. Bernard Sampson, Commander of the Veterans+,of Foreign Wars, was granted per- mission mission for his organization to sell poppies on the streets of this City, May 23rd and 24th, on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS li I A petition by the Jehovah' s Witnesses appealing a previous decision by the Council relative to a variance to 22nEkt the construction of a church at Brockton and Occident- ial was presented and tabled for two weeks on motion of Councilamn Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Anderson, to allow the members of the Council time to study the petition. The following applicationswere, on motions , duly approved; 1. Use of the Qouncjl Chambers on May 22nd, 1952, by theCivil Defense (I 2. Use of the city, Hall Auditorium on June 6th, 1952, by the High School for a Graduation Dance. SII 3. Use of the Council Chambers on May 23, 1952, by the Veterans Council for a meeting of the Memotial Day Committee. 4. Use of the City Hall Auditorium on May 27th, 1952, both afternoon and evening, gifor holding aud, itig s for the production of "A Midsummer Night' s Dream" . The I °i n I �5i'b ,. ) to, charge for this to be $15.00. (Redlands Community Music Association vl 5. Use of the Redlands Bowl by the Community Music Association for the following dates : June 10, llz 12, 13:, 23, 24j 25, 26. 27_, 28. and 30 for the purpose of I staging a dance recital and rehearsals for the plat "A Midsummer Night' s Dream" . 6. Use of the Redlands Bowl by the Redlands Music Teacher' s Association for one I fr afternoon in the month of June at no charge. A petition by the property owners on East Stuart Avenue to have a street light installed between 9th and 11thStreets on Stuart Avenue was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins. The City Manager was authorized to contact the Edison Comnanz relative to having t he light installed. An application by The San Bernardino County Fall Association for permission to hang) a banner across Orange Stteet advertising the County Fair at Victorville on August 20th LA I ors to the WA incl was approved providing the banner was hung not earlier than Aug. 14th and removed by the 26th, also that all expenses entailed in putting up and taking 1 it down the banner be assumed by the Fair Association. COMMUNICATIOIhS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed: From the Junior Association of The Redlands Bowl inviting the members of the Council and their wives to ride in the Bowl Day Parade at 10:00 A.M. Sat. June 7th, 1952. From Mr. and Mrs . Herbert Foster, 1115 Occidental Drive, suggesting that Sylvan pool be opened to the public over the week-end of Memorial Day. Thip matter was turned over to Recreation Director Bandy and Park Superintendent Staniforth to work out. From the Housing and Home Finance Agency relative to an extension of time for the complete of the plan,preparation of the Sewer Facilities Project. This communication was referred to the Currie Engineering Company of San Bernardino who are preparing the plans. From Elijah Bethurum relative to an expense account covering emergency calls to take care of swarms of bees. This matter was referred to the Chief of Police. From the Division °i Highways relative to the purchase of City owned property for Freeway purposes. This matter was referred to Attorney Wilson, Engineer Faulke and Water Superintendent Burk for study and recommendation. NEW BUSINESS l ' (appointment of Cemetery Superintendent) Assistant City Manager Harp recommended the appointment of Claude Rith.e as Cemetery Superintendent at a salary of $322.00 per month to become effective June 2 , 1952. A motion was made by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried approving the recommendation and authorizing the appointment. The City Clerk brought up the matter of closing of Sunset Street lying between Summit Avenue and Campbell Avenue. It was brought out that this street has never been used but is really part of an orange grove. On suggestion of Manager Harp the matter was held over to allow the City to contact the property owners on each side of the street relative to a possible trade of right-of-way on the adjacent streets. REPORTS The report of the Building Inspector for the month of April was presented and orderedfiled. • A report from the Controller of the State of California relative to the estimated apportionments to be made from the Motor Vehicle License Fee Fund, In-Lieu Tax, during the 1951-52 and 1952-53 fiscal years was presented and ordered filed. MISCELLANEOUS ITEM$ ,0F,_BUSINESS Attorney Wilson requested Council authorization, for the Mayor and the Clerk to sign a resolution covering a Civil Defense Qbservation Post located on the Weller property. This authorization was given on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson. ORDINANCE NO. 942 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands regulating the installation and inspection of Burglar Alarm Systems in the City of Redlands was introduced, read in detail, and laid Loverunder the ruled, Lover ov2 Attorney Wilson stated that with the Council approval he would arrange a meetings between the prior rights owners in Mill Creek Water, himself , Councilman Putnam and Water Supt. Burk to try to work out some settlement relative to pa meat for water de- livered y the City to these prior rights owners. The Council gave Attorney Wilson the g0-ahead sign in this matter. Mayor Folkins presented a resolution by the Corona Chamber of Commerce whereby they' proposed to name a certain section of Highway 91 "Corona Freeway" . This section of this' 1 l highway has been in the past known as Santa Ana Canyon Road. The Mayor stated that the support of the City of Redlands in this matter was to be desired but the Council felt this was a project for our Chamber of Commerce to handle and therefore the resolution. was referred to that organization for action on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson. PLANNING COMMI3SI0N, 13ECOMMENDATIONS Cs) At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held at 4 :00 P.M. May 19th, the following recommendations were made: 1. That the petition of John D. and Muriel G. Mitchell, 1101 West Palm Avenue, for permission to operate a nursery to care for six childred from 7 :45 A.M. to 5 :30 P.M. in variance to the Zoning Ordinance, be approved. This recommendation was concurred with on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins. 2. That the request of Willie and Lucy Johnson for permission to move a residence from Bell Gardens , California, to 417 East Stuart Avenue in the City of Redlands , be ap- proved providing the building be used for residential purposes only. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins. 3. That the request of Dr. W.C. Miller to have that portion of South Avenue lying directly salt of Garden Street opened, to traffic be passed on to the City Council h with; out recommendation, inasmuch as this was strictly a Council matter. After some dis- cussion a motion was regularly made, seconded and carried referring this matter back to the engineering department for stud" of costs , feasetbility, eta. , and a report b ck. to Jthe Council. 4. That the Tentative Map of University View Tract No 3813, N.L. Ray, Subdividor, Ede-twee,- be de-tKeerbe approved providing the suggestions of the Assistant City Maaage•P be complied with. Following are the suggestions of the Assistant City Engineer: a. That the previously approved width of proposed .University Street :of 36 foo pavement be increased by 10 feet. Such change necessitates increased right-of-way from 60 feet to 70 feet, but involves no change in price of curbs , gutters or sidewalks. This would permit smooth desirable flow of traffic over this proposed Major Street. b. That curbs and gutters be so .placed to provide for a 46 foot- street and that the City will place the increased 10 foot width of pavemaEt. A budget item is already tentatively reserved for this widening and for the extension of University Street through the -High School Grounds to Citrus Avenue. Money is available from the State allotment for Gas Tax Refund:- c. efund:c. That the pavement on university Street be increased to 46 feet in width, sufficient to serve as a-Major Street instead of 36 feet which is the average width ,of _ u_A I 94 a ro-+mai stree Considerable discussion followed the above recommendation which brought out that considerable committents had been made relative to this subdivision by the former City Manager, Mr. Ham. , such as sidewalks, street lights and street trees within the subdi- vison. A motion was made by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried that the Council concur in the previous commitments calling for no sidewalks in the subdivision except along Cypress Ave. , and that the orange trees be left in the parkways instead of street trees , and that the tentative map be approved providing the suggestions of the Assistant City Engineer be carried out. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commission. No further business demanding attention at this time, the Council adjourned to an an Adjourned Regular Meeting, Friday May 23rd, 1952, at 1 :40 P.M. Attest : Harry R. Whal City Clerk „cot 1ayor f the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California May 23;,. 1952 1 :40 P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, Attorney Wilson, Assistant Manager Harp and Assistant Engineer Burk. Absent : None CITY MANAGER Mayor Folkins opened the meeting and declared theAwas now ready to entertain a motion appointing a City Manager for theCity of Redlands. Assistant Manager Harp re- commended that Mr. Fred H. Workman, having been selected by the interviewing committee, be appointed as City Manager of the City of Redlands, effective July 1, 1952, at an annual salary of $7200.00. A motion was made by Councilman Elkins that the recommenda- tion of Assistant Manager Harp be approved and Mr. Fred H. Workman be appointed to the position of City Manager of the City of Redlands. The motion was seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried. APPLICATIONS An application by the University of Redlands for permission to hang a banner across Orange Street at Citrus Avenue from May 28th to June 7th, 1952, to advertise the Zan a Fiesta, was approved on recommendation of Councilman^Anderson, seconded by Councilman , Putnam. An application by Gordon Donald for permission to install an all metal sign 32 feet high by 4 feet wide on the used car lot or shed occupied by Loge and Yount at the north- west corner of Highway 99.,,and Fourth Street in variance to Ordinance No. 887, was approved on motigp Land recommendation of Building Inspector Phelps . L 1 t, COMMUNICATIONS A communication from Robert A. Covington, Director of Planning, County Planning Commission, notifying the City of Redlands that the Board of Supervisors had rejected the request of the City of Redlands for technical assistance on the City's Planning Program, was presented, read and ordered filed. UNIVERSITY VIEW TRACT, FINAL MAP N.L. Ray _Subdivision The final map of the N.L. Ray Subdivision was presented for Council approval . After some discussion a motion was made by Councilman Van Diest that the map be approved and the Engineer, Clerk and Mayor be authorized to sign same after a Street Improvement i! Bond in the amount of $10,000.00 had been issued and the street names approved by the Planning Commission The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and unanimously III carried. STREET LIGHTS IN KRONAGE SUBDIVISION Cr.) Authorization was Riven the City Manager, on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded 4q by Councilman Van Diest, to make arrangements with the Edison Company to install two street lights in the Kronage Subdivision. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. .2ee Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk Zior epst Mayor f the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California June 3, 1952 7 o'clock P.M. it This being the time set for a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, and there being no quorem present, the Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to an ad- journed regular meeting at 7 o' clock P.M. , June 4th, 1952. Attest : '. . Harry R. Whale y er ayor of e y o 'e• anis it -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California June 4, 1952 i,• 7 o' clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Elkins, Putnam, Anderson and Mayor Folkins , City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson and Acting City Manager Harp. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having II previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. II,. u I 96 ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Ely Sargent addressed the Council relative to having a water main on Brookside Avenue adiacent to Tennessee Street replaced with a larger pipe to enable more domestic connections to be made, some of which would be outside the City. This matter was refer- red to Water Superintendent Burk for study and a report on the cost, etc. APPLICATIONS An application by the Shell Oil Company for permission to install two 5000 gallon gasoline tanks at 1405 West Central Avenue, Redlands, was approved on motion of Council- man Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. COMMUNICATIONS. The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From the Chamber of Commercq relative to hanging a banner across Orange Street adjacent to Highway 99 advertising Redlands as the "Training Home of the Los Angeles Rams" . The Chamber of Commerce agreed to furnish the banner providing the City would put it LIP and have it removed. The period it would be in use would be from July 15th to September 1st, 1952. This proposal was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. From Police Chief Slaughter inviting the members of the Council to be present at the Junior Police Patrol presentations on June 6th at the Lugonia School and on June 9th at the gacred Heart School. From the San Bernardino County Fair Association thanking the City for the privilege of hanging a banner across Orange Street advertising the Victorville Fair. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Jehovah& Witnesses ) A public re-hearing on an application by the Jehovah' s Witnesses for a variance to the Zoning Ordiannce to enable them to erect a church building in the University district, having been previously denied by the Council and this decision appealed, was approved on recommendation of Attorney Wilson and Monday, June 16th, 1952, at 8 o'clock P.M. set for the time of the public re-hearing. (Purchase of City property for Freeway Purposes) No report . (Closing of Sunset Street) No action. (Opening of South Avenue) Assistant Manager Harp reported on the cost of opening a portion of South Avenue and no funds being available for this work at this time the matter was tabled. ORDINANCE NO. 942 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, regulating the installation and -W. maintenance of Burglar Alarms and other Qrotective devices, was presented, read in de- tail for the second time and adopted by the following vote::, Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None ' NEW BUSINESS An Ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, amending Ordinance #939, Smudge ' Control Ordinance, was presented, read in detail for the first time and laid over under 11 the rules . DEEDS II Deeds covering Norwood Street between Clark Street and Fern Avenue fron H.R. Whaley, C. DeVlieger and $verettp Franken in favor of the City of Redlands were presented and accepted on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Anderson. JUNIOR BOWL PARADE Mayor Folkins announced tthat members of the Council had been invited to ride in the Junior Bowl Parade, Saturday, June 7th, at 10 o'clock A.M. Three members signified their intention of being in the parade. REPORTS Reports of the Police Department, the Poundmaster, and the City Treasurer for the ."d month of May, 1952, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Redlands Planning Commission held at 4 :00 P.M. Monday June 2nd , 1952 , the following recommendations were made : 1. That the petition of Mr. C. Brewster and J.D. Inman for permission to split a portion of Lot 1, Block 51, Redlands Heights Map #9, into four lots , A, B, C, and D, bordering on Center Street and Pacific Street, be approved providing a strip of land 20 feet wide off lots A and D is deeded to the City of Redlands to permit widening of Pacific Alley. This recommendation was adopted on motion of, Councilman Elkins , seconded by Oouncilman Van Diest. 2. That the tentative map of Tract No. 3940, Leo Conklin Subdivision, consisting of 19 lots along Elizabeth Street in Smith' s Subdivision #2 , be appyroved with all the suggestions of the Assistant City Engineer excepting the width of Fountain Avenue and Orange Hill Lane, permitting a 50 foot street instead of the required 60 feet , setback lines to be indicated on map, no sidewalks , sewer easements to be give{ 25 feet to be reserved for future Medlands Street and 125 foot setback fftom property line off proposed Medlands_ Street along lots 14, 15, 16, 17� 18 and 19. After a thorough study of the map a motion was made by Councilman Anderson, second- ed by Councilman Putnam, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be adopted with the exceptions as follows : That the setback line on Orange Rill Lane be 15 feet and the 125 foot setback off proposed Medlands Street be eliminated. Motion carried unanimously. ' 3. That the tentative map of Tract No. 3956, Carrow Subdivision, consisting of it 8 lots along Center Street in Smith' s Subdivision #2, be approved with the City Engi- neer' s recommendations excluding sewers and sidewalks . A study of the tentative _InclEgg that some of the lots in the proposed subdivision did not meet the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance as to size so the map was returned to the subdivider for re- vision and presentation at a later date. IIi lA I 98 4. That the tentative map of Tract No. 3960, Highland Manor Homes , bounded by Cedar Avenue, Serpentine Drive and Crescent Avenue, consisting of 13 lots , be approved following the recommendations of the Assistant City Engineer and requesting a 10 foot dedication along Serpentine Drive, reducing the setback on Serpentine Drive to 15 feet and exclude sidewalks and access road. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins. 5. That the street names in University View Tract No. 3813 be as follows : Lytle_ Street for the westerly street and inasmuch as the easterly street will be an extension of University Street it should carry the same name, University Street . Also that the renaming of what is now So. University Street be referred back to the property owners for a suggestion other than University Place, which had been proposed, as this might be confused with University Street. The above recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins . Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No. further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Monday, June 16th, 1952, qt 8 o'clock P .M. Attest : Harry R. Whaley Mayor of the ty of edlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California June 17, 1952 7 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. PS; Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson and Acting City Manager Hanp. Absen.t : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting,that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS A representive of the Electrical Products Corp, San Bernardino, California, addressed the Council requesting a variance to the building code to permit the . install- ina of a Neon over Pinky's Cafe at 15 West Central Avenue. This siKn is to replace two signs there at present. After some discussion it was movecl(by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson and unanimously carried that the request be granted ' providing a letter from the Curries Ice Cream establishment a rovin the erection of the sign is delivered to the City Manager. Mr. E.T. Fletcher, President of the Redlands Chamber of Commerjce, addressed the Council, relative to an added appropriation for the next fiscal_year to help finance the production of new City maps. The matter was taken under consideration by the Council,( X99e: Mr, L.O. Hammond addressed the Council renewing his request made in January _of this year relative to leaks in an irrigation water line on Church Street just south of Colton Avenue. It was brought out in the discussion that there was also a'leak in another irrigation line north of Colton Avenue on Church Street. A motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, that the City Manager be instructed to notify the water comp9nies concerned to repair these lines within the next thirty 1 - days otherwise the Cit? will repair them and bill the companies for the cost of the repair-job. APPLICATIONS An Application by the Redlands Camera Club for a permit to hold a Fiesta in the City of Redlands on the first S„nday in August,_ 1952 , Aug, 3rd) with the priviledge priviled a of posing their costumed models in the arches at the Smiley Library and elsewhere from the City all to the Prosellis., also to use the Auditorium for an exhibit of photographic }%, prints and a concession to sell soft drinks and sandwiches during the day. After some discussion a motion was made by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, to ct grant the request but to make the time 12 :30 to 6:00 P.M. , impose a charge of (15.00 for use of the Auditorium and exempt the one-day business license for the concessions . Motion carried unanimously. An application by Charley Francis for a permit to raise and maintain approximately 45 head of beef cattle on his property located at the old Redlands Airport location was jl approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Anderson. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From Ross B. Speer, Supt. of Schools , relative to the relationship between the Schools and the Park Department. From the Division of Highways relative to the purchase of City property for Free- ' way ree-' way purposes '. Attorney Wilson stated this matter was still being investigated. Will\ report later after a meeting with representives of the Highway Division. From the Pacific Coast Building Officials Conference urging the attendance of the Icissii Building Inspector at the 30th annual business meeting of the organization to be held in Spokane, Washington, September 9-12 . 1952. From the San Bernardino County Defense and Disaster Council requesting the Council to appoint a representive on the City-County Planning Board of theCounty Civil Defense to replace Mr. Ham, deceased.. On recommendation of Mayor Folkins , Mr, Sid Conner, City Director of Civil Defense, was appointed to the above position. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Closing, of Sunset Street : This matter being discussed with adjoining property owners. No definite report at this time, Water on Brookside Avenue : Superintendent Burk absent. No report at this time . , ORDINANCE NO. 943 An Ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Smudge Ordinance No. 939, was present ed, read in detail for the second time and adopted the following vote; I 100 Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor FOlkins. Noes : None Absent : asing ' NEW BUSINESS Assistant Manager Harp presented the budget for the next fiscal year, (1952-53) and same was adopted on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried. A Resolution fixing the tax rate for the fiscal year 1952-53 at $1.70 per hundred dollars of assessed valuation for the City of Redlands was adopted on motion of Council- man Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Anderson and the Attorney instructed to bring in an Ordinance to this effect. The budget for the Smiley Library for the fiscal year 1952-53 was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins. A new wage -scale set up to add an additional increment for all employees except department heads was presented and adopted on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, RESOLUTION NO. 711 _ (Major City Streets) A Resolution proposing that Hilton Ave:.. rc.•from Garden Street to Franklin Avenue and University Street from Citrus Avenue to Cypress Avenue be designated as Major City Streets , was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None REPORTS; The reports of the Fire Department and the Building Department for the month of May, 1952, were presented and ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Redlands Planning Commission held at 4 :00 P.M. June 16. 1952, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the tentativ map of a proposed subdivision by Mr. A.M. Soares consisting of 10 lots having a frontage on West Cypress of 283 feet, on Monterey Street of 610 feet and on Clifton Avenue of 363 feet, being a portion of Lot 7 , Block R, 2nd Py. li- minary Map of Redlands , be approved incorporating the Assistant City Engineer' s recommendations , as follows , and with no other exclusion and requiring a 25 foot setback: a. Furnish sewerage to all lots , with 8 inch extension to existing sewer mains. b. Widen Monterey Street along east side so as to provide 36 feet between curb faces, and a 12 foot parkway on the east side. c. Comply with all other requirements of Ordinance No. 921 except where exclusions are specifically permitted bythe City. This recommendation was approved on mot#on of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam. 101 2. That the name of the rp esent South University Street be changed to University Place. This recommendation was ampayllo on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. 3. That the tentative map of Tract No. 3957 , Royal Club Manor Subdivision bounded by Garden Street, Ford Street and Garden Hiller consisting of Unit No. 1, consisting of 40 lots , be approved as to Unit No. 1, with the following stipulations : a. Regular 25 foot_ setback. b. Uniform planting of street trees. c. 50 foot streets d. 80 foot frontage on Lot 12 instead of 60 foot, also Lot 40 to have an 80 foot frontage instead of 65 feet. e. Exclusion of sidewalks. f. In accordance with the Assistant City Engineer' s suggestions as to drainage and sewer easements . This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam. !� 4. That the request of Mr. Clyde Hays to split Lots . 17, 18 and 19, Hays First Addition, creating two lots of 82ii feet by 135 feet , be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. MISCELLANEOUS The matter of setting a rate on water for the Country Club was brought up and dis- cussed but no action taken as the Council wanted more time to stud the question. Councilman Elkins gave a short report on the City Councilmen' s Conference which he recently attended at Fresno, California, stating that help was needed from Cities to prevent the State Board of Equalization from taking over the collection and distribution of City Sales Tax. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. !I No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ,. Attest ; Harry R. Whaley „je:p Mayor o ? e y o •e• an• s , a ornia -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California July 1, 1952 7 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place II of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson and City Manager Workman. Absent : None LAA I 1.0 A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. 101-RtAp �oY cz. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application for the use of the Community Bowl by the First Church of Christ, Scientist, on August 28, 1952, for the purpose of holding a lecture was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. The charge to be the same as last year, namely 830.00, minimum service to be rendered, An application by the Redlands Golf and Tennis Association for permission to hold a fireworks display at the Redlands Golf Course on Friday evening, July 4th, 1952, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From: Lane W. Crossley expressing approval of the Caballero property split. From: The Division of Highways attaching an amendment to the Ac'eement for Mainte- nance of State Highways in the City of Redlands to provide for the delegation of authority to regulate parking on the State Highways in Redlands, also to provide for maintenance by the Department of the traffic signal systems on Se Highways in the City of Redlands,. This amendment was approved and authorization to execute same deligated to the proper o officials on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. From: Prior Right Owners relative to action taken at a meeting thereof regarding charge made by the City. for water furnished. From: State Controller relative to dittribttion of gIn:Lieu •Tax« from June , 1952. From: The Junior Associates of the Redlands Bowl thanking the Citi for assistance in the Bowl Day Parade. From: The State Compensation Insurance Fund relative to the refund payable to the City during the year ending June 30, 195g. From: The Y.W.C .A. relative to lights for the tennis courts in Lugonia Park. This was referred to the City Manager and the Recreational Director for investigation. From: The Riverside County Civil Defense ppaising City Manager Workman for his work on the Riverside County Civil Defense Planning Board. From: Headquarters Fourth Air Force relative to the conducting of a survey of Reservis s in San Bernardino starting July 7 1952. From: the League of California Cities relative to the Annual Conference to be held in San Diego October 12-13-14-15, 1952. UNFINISHED BUSINES, f0 Attorney Wilson presented an agreement between the .City of Redlands and the County pf San Bernardino covering Count enforcement of the City Smudge Ordinance for approval. Authorization for the proper City officials to sigq, this agreement in behalf of the City of Redlands was given on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by councilman Putnam and unanimously, carried. _4. o Extension of Water Main on Brookside Water Superintendent Burk reported that the cost of extending a 4" water main out Brookside Avenue beyond the City Limits would take in some new developments and would be approximately $1500.00. It was the feeling of the Council that the established policy 11 of further extension of water lines outside the City should be maintained, so there- fore on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the request of ' Mr. Ray Sargent for the extension was denied. Mayor Folkins suggested that the property owners in the area affected Bet together and petition the City to be annexed to the City, in which case they would come within the City Limits and be eligible for all types of City services . Mr. Sargent agreed to take this suggestion under consideration. Purchase of City Property by State Highway Division Attorney Wilson reported that this matter was still in the conference stage. No aCtipP , ii 0 Closing of Sunset Street No action. Water rates for Redlands Golf and Tennis Association Councilman Putnam moved that the re ular minimum charge be made on each water meter at the Golf Course and all water used over the minimum be charged at the rate of Three Cents ( .03j )per One Hundred Cubic Feet, these rates to become effective as of the August ) billing. This motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and unanimously carried. University Street Extension City Manager Workman was authorized to proceed with negotiations with the Hi School toward obtaining a deed to school property for the purpose of extending University Street south from Citrus Avenue to Cypress Avenue on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. NEW BUSINESS Ordinance No. 944 Ordinance No. 944, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate and levying the property tax for the Fiscal Year 1952-53, presented, read in detail for the first II time and laid over under the rules. II Contract for County Health Service Authorization for the City of Redlands to enter into an agreement with the County Health Department for Health inspection and enforcement of all Health Ordinances per- tinent thereto at a cost of $2500.00 per year was given on motion of Councilman Ander- it son, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Water Contracts with Option "B" The transfer of Water Contracts with Option"B"from Jean Curtis to Ruth Curtis and I 1 from Jean Curtis and Howard Vander Wall as pledgees to Ruth Curtis was approved on ii motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Appointments to the Veterans Advisory Committee The following additional appointments to the Veterans Advisory Committee were ;I aAprovad on liSALL9tn of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson : Ernest L. Danielson, Joseph G. Pomeroy, M. Glen Adams and John B. Clausen. I 104 Redlands Members of the Santa Ana River Board of Directors— Mayor Folkins announced that the following Redlands men had been appointed to the Banta Ana River Board of Directors : A .B. Drake, Chairman, E.D. Patterson, Sr. , F.T. Dibble, Donald S.C . Anderson, H.L. Putnam, and Charles Pierpont. Mayor Folkins was granted permission to leave the continental limits of the United States for approximately three weeks on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Counci'i- man Van Diest. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : The Fire Department, the Police Department and Poundmaster for the month of June, 1952, and the Police Department for the fiscal year 1951-52. MISCELLANEOUS A Workmen' s Compensation Policy from the State Compensation Insurance Fund covering the City employees for the next fiscal v_,ear_,, 1952-53, was accept and the initial pa9_ ment of $600.00 authorized on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Redlands Planning Commission held Monday, June 30, 1952, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the request of Mr. Rafael Londres , Jr. , for permission to split property on Franklin Avenue described as portions of. Lot 8 and 9, Block 10, Map No. 1 of a por- tion of Redlands Heights , creating three lots instead of two, be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins . 2. That the tentative map of Tract No. 3956, Garrow Subdivision, the lots therein having been increased in size to meet the requirements of Zone F, be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins . 3. That the request of Mr. Hans Warjone for permission to split property on Mariposa Drive described as a portion of Block 6, Smith' s Subdivision No. 4, creating two lots instead of one, be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Council- man Putnam. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk 251Mayor of a City of Red ands 105 • Redlands , California July 15, 1952 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the Redlands City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson; City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson and City Manager Workman. ' Absent : Mayor Folkins In the absence of Mayor Folkins the Clerk opened the meeting and called for nomi- nations for a Mayor Pro-tem. Councilman Elkins was duly nominated and elected. The Acting Mayor announced that the Council was now sitting as a Board of Equali- zation to hear any protests relative to property assessment. No protests forthcoming the regular order of business proceeded. it II A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having �J ) previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of N the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. c ORAL PETITIONS William E. Brown, Jr. , addressed the Council relative to Paragraph C, Section 2 of ORDINANCE No.939, (Smudge Ordinance ) . It was Mr. Brown' s desire to know the intent of the Council regarding credit to be given citrus growers for conversions of No. 3 pots since October, 1950. Paragraph C, Section 2 of the above Ordinance stated that credit would be given only for those No. 3 pots converted to No. I pots . Discussion brought out that as long asNo. 2 pots are legal it was the intent of the former Council to allow credits for conversions made from No. 3 pots to No. 2 pots as well as No. 1 jl pots. Attorney Wilson was instructed to confer with Mr. George of the County of San Bernardino to find out if it will be permissible to amend the City Smudge Ordinance to include credit for converted No. 2 pots , under the contract with the County for inspec- tion and enforcement of the City Ordinance . APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application by Mr. M.D. Shaner for permission to build a wooden fence across the front of his property at 1046 West Crescent Avenue three feet from the curb line , which would place the fence on City property, was denied, because of the liability which the City would be subject to, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council man Van Diest and the petitioner be notified to move that portion of the fence already built back to his property line. An application by the Redlands Young Republicans for permission to hang a banner across a city street between July 23rd and July 29th advertising a political rally at the Y.W.C .A . on Tuesday, July 29th, was denied on motion of Councilman Anderson, ii seconded by Councilman Van Diest , because the City does not wish to enter into politi- cal controversies . Ij COMMUNICATIONS I The following communications were presented, read and prdered filed: From: The Division of Highways approving a resolution of the City Council request ing that HILTON AVENUE, from Garden Street to Franklin Avenue and UNIV-RSITY Street II I 106 from Cypress Avenue to Citrus Avenue, be included in the City' s system of MAJOR CITY STS. From: The office of Civil Defense relative to the City' s participation in "Operation Skywatch" From: Property owners on San Mateo Street between Brookside Avenue and Olive Ave. protesting the proposed widening of San Mateo Street in that block and refusing to deed an land to the City for that purpose. From: The Board of Directors , Los Angeles Section, A .S.C .E. relative to obtaining professional Engineering services on a negotiated basis instead of a competitive bidding basis . From: The Redlands Public Schools requesting the cancellation of City taxes on Lots 1, l2 and 2, Block X, Add. No. 5 , 2nd Prel. Map of Redlands , for the year 1952-53. It was the opinion of the Council that the taxes could be cancelled only following the the date on which the school actually comes into possession of the property. The Clerk was instructed to notify Mr. Patterson, Secretary of the Board of School Trustees , that those taxes from July 1, 1952 to the actual closing of escrow would be due and payable either by the school or the Zormer owner of the property involved. From: George C. Blair, Mayor of the City of San Bernardino, relative to the City concuring in a decision to urge the California Highway Commission to close the hearing --T concerning a free way route through the city of El Monte and proceed with the construc- tion along Route 4. No action was taken on this but the matter was referred to the Redlands Chamber of Commerce for consideration, From: The Division of Highways attaching a memorandum of agreement covering the proposed expenditure of the gas tax allocation to the City of Redlands for major city streets during the fiscal year ending June 30, 1953. A resolution adopting the budget and a roving the Memorandum of Agreement was adopted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and the proper officials authorized to sign the agree- ment on behalf of the pity. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Lights on Tennis Courts , Lugonia Park. Recreational Director Earl Bandy reported that the Y.M.C.A . had offered their tennis courts for use in the evenings and therefore it would not be necessary to furnish lights at Lugonia Park. 2. Sale of City Owned property for freeway purposes : No report. 3. Closing of Sunset Street : No action, item to be removed from agenda. 4. ORDINANCE NO. 944 An Ordinance of" the City of Redlands fixing the rate ty and levying the roper tax for the fiscal year 1952-53, was presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Anderson and Acting Mayor Elkins . Noes : None Absent : Mayor Folkins NEW. BUSINESS City Manager Workman requested authorization to change the location of the Civil Defense "Skywatch" from the garage at the Hope Potter residence to a more desirable r„—r„--,T _ .. _ _.. __. . 107 saot. and an appropriation of 3350.00 with which to move a city-owned building to the desired location and make the necessary alterations and repairs thereon. After some discussion a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried authorizing the appropriation by made from the contingency fund and approving the new location. Manager Workman requested authorization to advertise for bids covering three truck chassis and one compressor, for the street department , all budgeted items . The request was granted on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Anderson. Manager Workman presented a resolution, prepared by Mayor Folkins , requesting the Fact-finding body of the State Highway Commission to include in their present study of State Highways the State Highways within metropolitan areas as well as those outside. This resolution was duly adopted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Council- man Putnam. • Ct A request by the Southern California Gas Company for a right-of-way for a gas main ? across city-owned property in the vicinty of Contour Street , (vacated) , was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest . A re uest by the Community Chest Organization for permission to hang a banner til across Orange Street between the dates of Sept. 22nd and October 10th, 1952 , was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Attorney Wilson presented a Contract between Charles L. Foulke and the City of Redlands whereby the City of Redlands agrees to retain the said Charles L. Foulke as Citi Engineer for a period of two years , commencing August 1st, 1952, and ending July 31, 1954 , at a contract fee of Three Hundred and Fifty ($350.00) Dollars per month, and in consid- eration of the foregoing covenants on the part of the said City, the said Charles L. Foulke agrees to give full time services to the said City of Redlands of three days each week during the term mentioned. The above contract was approved on motion of Council- man Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and unanimously carried. REPORTS The following reports were presented, read, and ordered filed : The City Treasurer' s report and the Building Inspectors report for the month of June, 1952. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Redlands Planning Commission held at 4 :00 P .M. , July 14th, 1952, the following recommendations were made : i 1 1. That the request of Dewey R. and Emma M. Tingler for permission to construct a six foot wall along the property .line between 51.2 and 519 Cajon Street be approved . This recommendation was ad�ted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Ander- son. Sm] 2 . That the request of FsM. Godshall for permission to split Lot 7 , Block 45, ppb Smith Subdivision No. 2 , located on Pacific Street , making two lots instead of one , be approved, as Mr. Godshall are= that ttn f,Qgt along this property be donated to the glly for street purposes , provided the other property owners fee along Pacific Street will aas.p donate ten feet of their property for street don purposes within hirty days . This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman PuEnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest . LA I 1 0 This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest . 3. That the request of Mr. Antonio Jacinto for permission to split property on Cypress Avenue and San Mateo Stree+„ described as Lot 5i Block 1R, Sedend:IPreliminaryy Map of Redlands , be tabled for further consideration and investigation. Concurred in by Council. 4 . That the request of RFred A. Hall for permission to split property on Crescent Avenue east of Elm Street , described as Lot 2 , Block 19, Redlands Heights Sub. No. 2, be approved excluding curb, gutter and sidewalk and sewer. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 5. That the request of Mr. George Whyte for permission to split property on Delaware Street described as Lots 28, 29 and 30 of Revised Miramonte Tract, making two lots instead of three , be approved provided Mr. Whyte extend the curb and gutter in fron of these lots and that a five foot concrete sidewalk be installed. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 6. That the request of John H. and Jo Ann Boone for Permission to split approxi- mately three-fourth acre from the north end of Lot 3, Block 45, Smith Sub. No. 2 , be approved provided that the lot have a minimum frontage of 60 feet and that curb and gutter be installed within eighteen months from this date and, also, that a bond in the amount of $600.00 be deposited with the City Treasurer to cover the proposed improve- , ments . This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 7. That a variance be granted on University Street, between Cypress Avenue and Citrus Avenue , permitting a three-foot parkway to allow for a 64 foot travelway in this block. After some discussion this variance was granted on motion of Councilman Ander- son, seconded by Councilman Van Diest . 8. That the final map of Tract No. 3889, Lytle Homes Subdivision, be approved. This final map was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Bills and alaries were ordered paid as approved by .the FinanceCommittee No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whale , y C er Mayor of the illy Stands 1 109 Redlands , California August 5, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place pf meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, Manager Workman. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. II ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Charles Pierpont of the University of Redlands addressed the Council relative to several lots owned by the University in Tract #2261, Addition No.4, Country Club Parke :1 As these lots are accessible from Sierra Vista Drive, which street had been graded but not paved, the University is desirous of having the street improved and submitted an estimate of the cost of the proposed improvements . Of this estimated amount of $4550.00'I the University asks the City to assume the amount of $1100.00 for wages and equipment, with the property owners to assume the balance of $3450.00. This proposal was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, with the City to do their share of the work without interfering with budgeted work program, and the work to be completed by December 31, 1952. Motion carried. Mr. James Stone and Dr. M.G. Beaver brought to the Council the matter of City-owned property on Colton Avenue and Texas Street , which property has been considered for some time as the possible site of a baseball park. The committee represented by Mr. Stone it and Dr. Beaver reported that approximately $3056.87 had been raised by the committee toward the required $10,000.00 stipulated by the City as the necessary amount to be raised before the land would be donated by the City for this purpose. Mr. Stone asked that the City take some action toward the clearing of the site and give the committee added time to raise the balance of the required funds. This matter was referred to the City Manager, the Recreation Department and the Park Department for investigation. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application by Haigh Brothers for a variance from the City of Redlands to per- mit installationof two 7500 gallon storage tanks at their self-service station at 10291 Orange Street was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and unanimously carried. A petition from numerous property owners in the Enterprise Tract requesting the City to install curbs and gutters was referred to the City Manager for study. II A request from C. Valkenberg, 239 Bond St . , for water and sewer service on Tenn- essee Street outside the City Limits was denied on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. Motion carried. I 11.0 COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From the County Council of San Bernardino County relative to certain Amendments to the Government Code of the State of California affecting annexation to cities. From the Building and Construction Trades Council of Riverside and San Bernardino Counties enclosing copy of the approved wage scale for basic trade's. From the Housing and Home Finance Agency, a copy of a waiver which extends time for completion of sewer plana until July 15, 1952. ' From Mrs . Barbara E. Fuller relative to honey extraction at the residence of Mr. Coleman, 627 Brookside Avenue. This matter had been previously referred to the Police Department for investigation. From the American Public Works Association inviting the City Council and City rep- resentives to attend their annual Congress and Equipment Show August 24th to 27th at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles . From the City of Inglewood, a copy of a Resolution opposing the proposed 4% state- wide sales tax. After discussion by the Council, it was the opinion of the members that the City Treasurer should bring in his recommendation relative to the City' s stand on this tax question and that the City Attorney,and the City Manager work out a resolution on the basis of the Treasurer' s recommendations. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No. 945 An ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 939 , Smudge Control Orsinance, was introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules. Attorney Wilson presented a Land Use Permit for that part of the West one-half, Government Lot 9, Sec. 12, Twp. 2 South, Range 3 West, S.B.B. & M. , from Lawrence Weller, et al, for use as an Observation Post by the Civil Defense Command. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, the Mayor, City Attorney and City Clerk were authorized to sign this permit on behalf of the City. City owned land for Freeway purposes. No action at this time. DEEDS From the Redlands Union High School District, two copies of a Grant Deed to the City for the piece of property allowing for the extension of University Street South. This Grant deed was accepted on behalf of the City onrmotion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. From Mr. George A. Bendel, for public street and highway purposes only, a deed to a portion of Lot 2, Block 32, 2nd Preliminary Map«of Redlands. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, this deed was accepted on behalf of the City and the Mayor and the Clerk authorized to sign the Resolution of Adoption. CITY MANAGER Mr. Fred Workman, City Manager, addressed the Council relative to the policy of the City in maintaining of sewer lines. His recommendation ;is to clear the city' s line in street when stoppage occurs but not laterals from street to houses . It was moved by Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, that the City shall assume no responsibility for private sewer lateral maintenance or stoppage. Laterals are here defined as the private line from the point of service out to the point of connection at the City main. Motion carried. Mr. Workman reported on the hazardous traffic conditions as they exist at the cor- i;, ner of East Colton avenue and Orange Street. His recommendation is that the curb line II be extended and The Terrace be made a one-way street in the first block east of Orange. This plan meets with the approval of the Division of Highways who will go along on a fifty-fifty basis on automatic stop signals installation. This proposal would leave the cost to the City at $4000.00, which amount would be available from Ras tax alloca- !i tion. On motion. of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, the City manager was instructed to carry out the pr*gram as outlined. PERFORMANCE BUDGETS On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the Cemetery Budget was adopted. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, the Water Depart- 'I ment Budget was adopted. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, the Disposal Department Budget was adopted. SEWER SURVEY 1 Councilman Anderson suggested some work should be started on a sewer rental charge survey and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and cirried,l the City Manager and City Engineer were instructed to prepare a report on sewer charges to be presented at the October meeting. II REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : From the A.K. Smiley Library, Annual Report 1951-1952 From the Fire Department , the Police Department and Poundmaster n and the City Treasurer for the month of July, 1952. From the State of California, report of gas tax refund of $20,925.00 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held at 4 :00 P.M. , August 4th, 1952, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the request of Mr. Antonio Jacinto for permission to split one lot , 8O' x 120' from Lot 52, Block R, Second Preliminary Map of Redlands , with the privilege of installing a driveway, be approved providing a sufficient bond be deposited with the City to insure installing curbs , gutter and sidewalks if and when the balance of the property is subdivided. This recommendation was adopbed on motion of Councilman Elkins, se€onded by Councilman Anderson. 2. That the request of the Redlands Public Schools for a Zone Variance on Lots 1, 1* and 2 , Block X, Addition No. 5, Second Preliminary Map of Redlands, for the purpose of constructing a school building thereon, be approved providing a ten foot strip along San Mateo be set aside for street purposes and sidewalks , curbs and gutters on both San Pr I9 Mateo Street and Cypress Avenue be 4netalled.fThistrecbmmendationaof theeplanning Com- mission was adopted and the zone variance granted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins. 3. That the request of Mrs. Priscilla Martinez to move a dwelling from 524 East 'Ugh Avenue, Redlands, to the lot north of 1018 Lawton Street, be approved. This re- commendation was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Motion carried. 4. That the request of Mr. Antonio Trevino to move a garage from 524 East High Aver, to the lot south of 1120 Calhoun Street be approved. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried, the above recommendation was approved. 5. That the request of Merele A. Smith for permission to split property on the northeast corner of Sylvan and Grove making three parcels out of one, one of which is to have a fifty foot frontage instead of sixty foot as called for in the zoning ordinance be approved provided curbs and gutters are installed along the property on Grove Street . This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 6. That the request of Mr. Robert Covington, representing property owners in the Club House Drive area, that the name of Club House Drive be changed to Country Club Drive(. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 7. The matter of an opinion regarding the construction of a model train hobby shop presented by Mr. Don Acheson, said proposed shop to be erected on school property on the east side of proposed University Street south of Citrus Avenue was not acted upon by the Council at this time. 8. That the tentative map of Garland Homes Subdivision, Tract No. 4002, sub-lots 2 and 3, Lot 36, Map of East Redlands, Lincoln Street and Citrus Avenue, Carl Leutcke, Subdividor, revised to eliminate Garland Avenue extending into Citrus Avenue and with the exclusions of sidewalks but the inclusion of curbs and gutters on all streets bor- dering and within the subdivision, be approved. This recommendation was adopted on mo- tion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , providing sidewalks are installed throughout the subdivision as well as in front of the two houses already built on the property but not a part of the subdivision. Motion carried unanimously. 9. That the tentative map of Tract No. 4007, Donald W. Hunt, located on Sunset Drive , east of Ford Street , be approved with the following correction: Street on the westerly side of said subdivision to have a 60, right-of-way and access road at the rear of the lots and that the east end of the subdivision have a 50, right-of-way, and such other drainage requirements as the City Engineer considers necessary, This recommenda- tion was adopted on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam. 10. That the request of W.W. Aider to split lots 3. 4. and 5, of Highland Manor Subdivision be approved providing 8" sewers are installed to service all lots. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest. 1 : 11. That the request of Mr. H.H. Ford, Jr. , to split the extreme south portion of property described as portion of NW a of Section 1, T2S, R3W, bounded on the east by ' Sunset Drive, on the north by South Avenue, and on the west by Ford Street , be approved provided 20' be deeded to the City of Redlands for street purposes along Ford Street. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 12. Manager Workman presented the final map of Center Crest Estates Subdivision for ii Council approval. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins and II unanimously carried, this final map was approved. (.364° Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. 7 �C Attest : `:Harry R. Whal y Cg City Clerk MAYOR OF E C TY F R LANDS -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California August 19 , 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place lil of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson and City Manager Workman. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed withand nd same be approved. pproved. �I ORAL PETITIONS As a number of citizens representing the group interested in obtaining a baseball park for the city were present, Mayor Folkins at this time asked Manager Workman for a report of the Park Superintendent and the Director of Recreation on the approximate cost to the city to maintain such a ball park. This estimated combined cost was about vT'2800.00 per year. Among the citizens who addressed the Council were Walter Vaughn , Karp Stockton, Ted Schmidtman, Worden Nollar and Mrs . Helen Nance. Considerable dis- cussion followed, with Mayor Folkins quoting from the record of the minutes of July 17, 1951, at which time the city agreed to donate the land i_f the committee would raise $10,000.00 within 90 days. As this money was not raised at that time, the Council feels that further evidence of good faith on the part of the committee should be shown before more definite action on the part of the Council, with Councilman V n Diest objecting to the proposed cost per year to the city of $2800.00. It was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that the Council, with the Park Superinten- dent and Recreation Director, meet with five members of the committee Monday, August 25th, I 1 :_ 4 at 7 :30 P.M. for a more complete study of the proposed plans and estimates. Mr. Lawrence Mull petitioned the Council for permission for a group of out of town veterans to canvass the residential section of the city and paint house numbers on the curbs on a voluntary contribution basis. As a local group had been denied this same request about a year ago, on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Anderson, the petition of Mr. Mull was denied. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS A petition prepared and presented by Mr. L.E. Davis , 224 Brookside Avenue, and signed by numerous Brookside Avenue residents , protesting the nuisance and traffic hazard of the increasing heavy truck traffic on Brookside Avenue was referred to the City Mana- ger for action, on motion ofCouncilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From: Redlands Post 106, American Legion, a copy of a resolution adopted by the post in support of the proposed recreational center for the City of Redlands. From: The A.K. Smiley Library relative to a member of the' staff , Mrs. Charlotte Brightwell, who has reached retirement age. It is the request of the Library that be- cause of Mrs : Brightwell' s excellent health and most satisfactory work that she be re- tained beyond her retirement date on an open basis . On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, this recommendation Of the Library was approved and authorization given the Library to make such request . From: Division of Highways., first supplemental memorandum of agreement covering the proposed expenditure of gas tax allocation to the city for major city streets for the fiscal year 1952-1953. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, the Mayor and the City C1e,rk were authorized to sign this agreement on behalf of the City of Redlands . From: The Santa Ana River Water Study Committee, acknowledging and thanking the City for their donation of $1000.00 toward the expenses of the Conkling-Baker Water Study Report. From: The Redlands Camera Club thanking the city for its cooperation during their recent Photo Fiesta. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No. 945 Ordinance No. 945, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 939, Smudge Control, was read in detail for the second time and adopted bythe following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None City-owned property for Free-way: Attorney Wilson reported only routine progress at this time. City Manager Workman reported on the petition of various property owners in the Enterprise Tract that curbs and gutters be installed on Ohio Street and Webster Street 5 between Dreka and Pioneer. As there is no record of a previous committment on this pro- ject and as no funds are available at this time, the petition was denied on motion of ' Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam. Motion carried, with Councilman Van Diest voting no. Manager Workman informed the Council that the County Smudge officer will be in the Redlands office on Thursdays from 8 :00 A .M. to 12 : noon, throughout the fall season. Attorney Wilson presented for approval an agreement between the City of Redlands and the Santa Ana River Weather Corporation for the 1952-1953 Cloud-Seeding Report . As the appropriation of $1500.00 for this report had been previously approved by the Coun- cil, '! it was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam and unanimously carried that the warrant be issued with the proviso that other cities enter into a like contract , and that the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to sign said agreement on be- half it of the City of Redlands. C NEW BUSINESS C" Bids . This being t he time advertised forthe opening of bids for the purchase of two 12 Ton trucks and one 2 Ton truck, also one air compressor, the following bids were public- ly opened and declared : Truck Bids : — I A.C . Almind Redlands Studebaker Lange and Runkel Redlands Chevrolet Loge and Yount Redlands Ford Cochran and Nichols Ontario White Grant Musich San Bernardino International (See bid file for specifications and prices submitted) On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, these truck bids were referred to the Purchasing Department and the City Manager for study and recommendation. Compressor Bids : Brown-Bevis Equipment Company Los Angeles Davey Compressor Company Oxnard Crook Company Los Angeles Le Roi-Rix Machinery Los Angeles it Smith Booth Usher Company Los Angeles Southern California Equipment Co. Los Angeles Shaw Sales and Service Los Angeles Braman Dickerson Company Riverside ( See bid file for specifications and prices submitted) On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the I� above compressor bids were referred to the Purchasing Department and the City Manager for study and recommendation. CITY MANAGER I 116 . City Manager Workman presented a request for variance to the present sign ordinance relative to setback lines for signs at 203 E. Citrus Avenue, at 1029 N. Orange Street II and at Highway 99 near Second Street . Building Inspector Phelps pointed out the inequi- ties in the present ordinance and suggested that a new ordinance or amendment to the present one be considered and recommended the variance. On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried, the recommendations of the Manager and Building Inspector were approved. II Manager Workman requested permission to call for bids on service contracts on police cars , also for the purchase of a new automobile for the Fire Chief. It was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, that this request be granted. Carried. The request of Mr. E.A . Bethurum for a new battery for his car,'used to gather in `nuisance swarms of bees , was denied on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council- Lan Elkins, and carried, and Manager Workman instructed to work out a business arrangement with Mr. Bethurum. The request of the County of San Bernardino for a right-of-way easement over City owned property on Alabama Street was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded g by Councilman Putnam, and carried, and Attorney Wilson instructed to prepare such an easement document . The matter of additional funds to permit Chief of Police Slaughter to attend the I international Police Chief ' s Convention in Los Angeles was brought up and Councilman Elkins moved that an additional $75.00 be allowed the Police Chief over the budgeted figure allotted. As there was no second to this motion it was withdrawn and the City Manager instructed to inform the Police Chief that the present beget be adhered to. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : From the Fire Department and the Building Department, Annual Report for 1951-1952. From the Building Department for the month of July, 1952. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held at 4 : P.M. , August 18, 1952, the following recommendations were made : 1. That the request of Don Figgins, on behalf of Mrs . Bessie Kingsley, for permisc sion to split property on Franklin Avenue, portion of Lots 8 and 9, Block X, Map No. 1, II portion of Redlands Heights , be approved. This recommendation was Adopted on motion of (Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried. The Planning Commission recommended the paving of the street between the gutters and the existing pavement . 2. As the request of Mr. Carl Leutke, Jr. , for clarification of Council policy IIrelative to sidewalks in his proposed Garland Homes Subdivision had been referred back Ito the Council by the Planning Commission, Mr. Leutke at this time gdressed the Council. ter considerable discussion , it was moved by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Council- man Putnam and unanimously carried, that the former action of the Council be upheld and that sidewalks be made a part of this subdivision. Under these conditions , Mr. Leutke withdrew his tentative map on this subdivision. il,_ 117 3. That the request of the Redlands Public Schools for permission to move a 2 classroom unit from the Junior High campus to the Kingsbury School, Cypress and Cajon, SII be approved provided the 2 classroom unit be placed so it will not front on Cypress Avenue, Cajon Street or Clifton Avenue . This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried. 4. Manager Workman, as Secretary of the Planning Commission, reported the deci- sion of the Commission to change the time of their meeting to Monday eight days prior to the regular Council meetings on the first and third Tuesdays of each month instead of the Monday immediately preceeding each Council meeting. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council ad- journed. Attest : Harry R. Whal y LP; -City Clerk Mayor o t`- City of Res, California -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands ,California I September 2 , 1952 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins , Deputy. Clerk Arnold, Assistant City Manager Harp, Attorney Wilson and City Manager Workman. Absent : City Clerk Whaley A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. James Pugh, representing the Junior Chamber of Commerce , addressed the Council,!i requesting permission for the Junior Chamber to paint signs on some of the busiest street corners in a "Get out the Vote" campaign for the coming general election. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried , the above request was granted provided it has the approval of the Merchant' s Division of the Chamber of Commerce and that the stencil later be removed from the sidewalks. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held Aug. 25th, 1952, no recommendations or requests were submitted to tae City Council. � APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From: Lincoln School P.T.A. , a petition signed by Mrs . Ray J. Guest requesting permission for the school P .T.A. to have John Strong' s one ring circus at the school September 24 , 1952. It was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that this request be granted. II AA I 118 From: The Orange Empire Dog Club, use of Sylvan Park for a Sanctioned Dog Show on Sunday, October 12, 1952. City Manager Workman recommended the approval of this apron- cation subject to details regarding tables to be worked out with the Park Superintendent; the Dog Club and himself. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the application was approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communication were presented, read and ordered filed: From: J. Hunter Smith for the Sunbeam Subdivision interests, relative to shrub planting on the east side of Alvarado Streeti,, between Fern Avenue and Home Place. City Manager Workman stated that the idea had been presented to the Planning Commission, whose only recommendation was that the owners of the property, which faces on Grant Street be prevailed upon to plant shrubs on the back end of their lots. The Council also felt that this was a private matter and the City Manager was instructed to so notify Mr.Smith. From: The City of Needles, California, a resolution opposing the division of the proposed 4% statewide slaes tax. From: The City of San Fernando, California, a resolution opposing the division of the proposed statewide 4% sales tax. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Bids . As thio was the time advertised fot the awarding of bids on two-only-1i ton trucks , the following bid, being deemed the lowest and best bid, was awarded on motion of Council- man Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , to : A .C . Almind --- Redlands 9-- Studebaker --- No trade-in--- Price--- $1989.00 Bid was Also awarded at this time for one-only- 2 ton truck and on motion of Council- myan Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried, the following bid was accepted: LOGE & YOUNT --- Redlands --- Ford --- Trade-in $45.00 Price --$2631.78 At this time on the recommendation of the City Manager and the Purchasing Depart- ment , all bids on an air compressor were rejected and upon motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the City Manager was authorized to purchase the equip- ment best suited to the needs of the City. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution #713 Resolution #713, a resolution revising desolution 670-671, Cemetery Operation, was presented, read and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson, Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : None City owned property for freeway purposes : Attorney Wilson reported that a new proposal is being prepared by the State and should be ready fot presentation at the next Council meeting. Easement over City owned property on Alabama Street : An Easement Grant to the County of San Bernardino for a portion of Alabama Street Palm Avenue , between Colton Avenue and B seline , from the City of Redlands, was presented 9 by Attorney Wilson and authorization given the Mayor and the Clerk to sign said grant on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman VanDiest. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman at this time presented a review pertaining to possible earthquake damage in the City of Redlands . This review, compiled by Building Inspector Phelps , recommends amending the Building Code to allow changes to be made as required for struc- tural safety. Councilman Putnam suggested a preliminary survey be made of potentially l dangerous buildings . As this will probably be a major item of discussion at the forth- IiI coming Builders Convention in Spokane , no action was taken at this time. Resolution #714 Resolution $714, a resolution relative to the policy of the City of Redlands on the ! proposed change in Sales Tax. This resolution, as recommended by City Treasurer Godshall was read in detail. After much discussion and a thorough study of the proposed resolu- it tion, it was the opinion of the Council that the Chamber of Commerce should be contacted by a committee of Treasurer Godshall, Attorney Wilson and Manager Workman before final rc action on the proposed resolution. Laid over at present . Cancellation of City and County Taxes on City property. Permission to delete taxes on Lots 16 and 17, Block D, Orange Grove Addition, from both City and County tax rolls was granted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried. This property is now a city owned parking lot . Renewal of Fire Insurance. Manager F„lkins brought up the matter of renewal of Fire Insurance Policies on City owned property. Councilman Anderson suggested the Council and City Manager make a survey II of policies and coverages as existing at this time before a formal meeting with the Insurance Agents Association, this preliminary survey to be made in two or three weeks . �I Water Contracts with Option B Water Contracts with Option B from Floyd M. and Vera May tandefur to Charley E. and ll Catherine A. Love, were approved on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Council- man Putnam, and darried. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to call for bids for Asphalt Plant Mix as needed by the City for the next year. This approval was made on motion of it Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried. The Manager asked the wishes of the Council in the matter of special privilege park# ing permit cards now in circulation. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Coui- cilman Van Diest , that all special permit cards be recalled and only reissued on the re commendation of the City Manager and with Council approval. Motion carried unanimously. The matter of City policy relative to the employment of aliens was presented by Mrj Workman in asking for clarification of citizenship requirements for employment with the City. It was agreed by tthe Council that each individual case be considered on its own merit and the discretion of the City Manager be acceptable. Manager Workman reported that $fie Public Housing Authority wishes to deed to the/ IAA 120 City the streets in the new Housing project . However, Manager Workman stated that there were still a street lighting problem to be worked out with the Housing Authority after which the deeds could be accepted and streets dedicated. Councilman Anderson reported that some further finish work seemed to be necssary at the railroad crossing on the recently resurfaced Sixth Street job. Matter referred to the Street Department , Councilman Anderson also reported that a section of shrsbbery at the intersection of Hwy 99 , New York Street and Stuart Avenue seem to be dying. This was referred to the Park Department Sar investigation. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : The City Treasurer, Building Department, Fire Department , Police Department and Poundmaster for the month of August , 1952. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: Harry R. Whal y City Clerk // Mayor o /' e C ty of Re. an• s -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California September 16, 1952 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen 'Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Manager Workman, Attorney Wilson, Assistant Manager Harp and Deputy Clerk Arnold. Absent : City Clerk Whaley A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held Sept. 8th, 1952, the following recommendations were made : 1. Under old business, Secretary Workman reported on the current status of the property known as Caroline Park, noting that the property is not being maintained as set forth in the Grant. The City Council concurred in the Planning Commission recon- ' mendation that those persons now using the park be notified to vacate. 2. That the request of the Carmelite Fathers for a zoning variance to establish a laymen' s retreat at 926 East Highland Avenue be approved. On motion of Councilman Elkin® seconded by Councilman Van Diest and &cwried , this recommendation was adepted by the Council. 121 3. That the request of Mr. Florencio Chavez for a variance to the setback line for a carport on his property at 1033 Lawton Street be approved with the required four foot setback for any future building at 1029 Lawton Street . On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the above recommendation was ad- opted. 4. That the request of Mr. John Krup for permission to split property on San Mateo and Magnolia Streets be approved with the same recommendations as set forth on May 5th, 1952, when this split was presented to the Planning Commission by Gordon Henderson. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recom- mendation was adopted. 5. That the request of Mr. Bert Marcum on behalf of James E. Hancock for permission to split five acres from property located on Pioneer Street between Texas and Webster ) Streets be approved. This recommendation was unanimously adopted on motion of Council- man Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins . 6. A request by the County of San Bernardino for a recommendation regarding a cx zone variance for signs to be located just west of the City Limits was presented to the Redlands Planning Commission, In view of previous action by the Planning Commission on ! a similar request , the present application was denied. On motion of Councilman Elkins ,; seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the recommendation of the Planning Commission was ap- ', proved, ll REVIEW OF ZCNING VARIANCE (Noland and hazel Nave-Thar) At this time a petition signed by several property owners in the vicinity of Gar- den Street and Franklin Avenue protesting the further development of a wholesale azalea nursery business at the Kavelaar property, 120 Franklin Avenue , was presented a nd read. 1 Mr. Kavelaar then addressed the Council , giving an outline of his plans for future beautification of the property. Mr. and Mrs . Graham Wilson and Mr. and Mrs . Robert Baker then pointed out to the Council some of the features of the business they consid- ered detrimental to the neighborhood. After some discussion, Mr. Kavelaar agreed to beautify the property by planting shielding cypress trees along 288 feet of his property) on Garden Street , as well as on all other sides of his property lines as adjoining neil ghbors may desire , said planting to be done by March, 1953. As this seemed agreeable td Ithose petitioners present, it was moved by Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that the Building Inspector issue the requested permit for another lath house with the provision that the above beautification program be carried out. MAP OF HOUSING AUTHORITY PROJECT At this time Attorney Wilson presented the final map of the Housing Authority Pro- I ject on Brockton Avenue and Texas Street . It was moved, by Councilman Putnam, seconded ' by Councilman Elkins , and carried, that the street plan as submitted, with two minor changes (correction of spelling of !Brockton' and the re-naming of Bonita Court to Glenn Court ) be approved. l I 22# APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From: The Redlands Public Schools requesting cancellation of city taxes on all of 1 ' Lots 1, 12 and 2 , Block X, Addition No. 5, Map of Redlands , said property having been acquired for school purposes . It was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Council- man Van Diest, and carried that the cancellation of the city taxes on the above described property as of August 19th, 1952, be approved. ,, 18,- 1116151- From: g-1116151From: The College of Medical Evangelists , Loma Linda, a request for permission to use the Redlands Community Bowl for Commencement Exercises on Sunday, June 7th, 1953. This application was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Council- man Putnam, and carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communication were presented, read and ordered filed : From: The City of Oakland, California, a resolution opposing legislation proposed by the County Supervisors Association to provide for a 4% Sales Tax. Fron : The Community Chest of the Redlands Area, a request for the Park Department to have a dozen or so palm fronds painted for street decoration for their annual drive, also to have an advertising banner hung across the main intersection September 26th or 27th, 1952. The Council unanimously agreed to this reguest. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ' BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on one - only- business coupe for the Fire Chief, the following bids were publicly opened and declared : From: Lange & Rubkel Chevrolet Price --- $1643.20 Trade-in --- 500.00 Total --- 1143. 20 Loge & Yount Ford Price --- $1676.21 Trade-in --- 490.00 Total --- 1186.21 Bids were also opened at this time for vehicles and service contracts for police use from Loge and Yount, Lange and Runkel and Van Dorin Motors . (See bid file for prices) On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, these bids were referred to the City Manager and Purchasing Department for study and recommendation. City-owned land for Freeway purposes : City Attorney Wilson had no report at this time. Brookside Avenue Traffic Survey Report : Manager Workman and Police Chief Slaughter reported on a traffic survey made in response to a petition submitted several weeks ago by residents Of Brookside Avenue . In the opinion of the Manager and the Police Chief , the petition protesting the heavy truck traffic was justified and it was their recommendation that the City negotiate with the County to see if truck traffic could be bypassed back to Highway 99 at the City Limits . No action. Resolution #714 A resolution opposing the method of division of the 4% statewide sales tax as pro- posed by the County Board of Supervisors was read in detail for the second time and ,_ 0 and adopted as revised by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : None Final Map on Royal Club Manor Subdivision. Manager Workman submitted the final map on the Royal Club Manor Subdivision for Council approval and on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this map was approved with changes as recommended by the City Engineer. ;I (See Planning Commission File for September 8th, 1952, for these recommendations . ) Water Contracts with Option "B" Water Contracts with Option "B" from Raymond F. and Myrtle D. Curtis to Mary H. Nevius were approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to sign these transfers on behalf of the City. t C NEW BUSINESS •—' Ordinance No. 946 Ordinance No. 946, an ordinance of the City of Redlands regulating the operation ',; of the City Parking Lot on Cajon Street was introduced , read in detail and laid over Ij under the rules . Schoen Lease. 1 II Attorney Wilson at this time asked the wish of the Council relative to the Schoen lease on City-owned property on Colton Avenue and Orange Street . Attorney Wilson stated that the rent payments are four months in arrears at present and felt that some action was indicated toward the direct collection of rentals by the City Council agreed that • j the Attorney take what steps seemed best in order to bring these payments up to date . Attorney Wilson presented a claim from the Barr Adjustment Company for Carrie Quintana for damage caused to her automobile by a pepper tree. On motion of Councilmanj) Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this claim was denied. Manager Workman presented an application from the California Water and Telephone Company for Emergency Parking Permits for two service cars and three company cars . On motion of Councioman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , these Emergency Parking Permits were approved. 11At this time the Council took up the matter of employing a registered appraisor toj make an appraisal of certain real property under consideration for possible purchase by'' the City and described as follows : parcel 1. SE a SW 4 Section 22 , Township 1 South, Range 2 West , S.B. Base & Meridiln parcel 2. SE 4 Section 22, Township 1 South, Range 2 West , S.B. Base & Meridian parcel 3. SW 4 NE a Section 22, Township 1 South, Range 2 West ,S.B. Base & Meridian Except that portion lying within Mill Creek Road. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the ser- vices of such an appraisor were approved, work to be done by Sept . 22nd, 1952 , if possible. Councilman Anderson suggested that the alleys between % 5th and 6th Streets and -�I iIAA I 124 Highway 99 and East State Street and the one behind the Telephone Company needed clean- inE. This was referred to the Street Department through Manager Workman. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. / Attest : ar 'y R. Whaley y er Mayor o e C 1a— Mayor Re ands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California October 7 , 1952 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson, and Mayor Folkins ; City Manager Workman, Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held September 29, 1952, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1 : That the request of Mr. H. Peters for permission to establish a wrecking yard for the sale of scrap metal and used parts , located on the east side of Seventh Street between Santa Fe tracks and Southern Pacific tracks, and between Highway 99 and Stuart Avenue, be approved. As no variance was involved, the issuance of a license for the above business was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried. 2 : That the request of Mr. Bert Marcum on behalf of Mr. Frank Cole for permission to split property at Crescent Avenue between Elizabeth Street and Center Street be approved. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3 : That the tentative map for a proposed subdivision, Tract No. 4030, located on the north side of Church Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and San Bernardino Avenue, Mr. Ralph Holroyd, Subdividor, be approved with the following variations to the Sub- division Ordinance : That the setback line be 35 feet instead of 25 feet , that the side- walk area be graded to the customary sidewalk grade and that no sewers or street lights ' be required. This recommendation was approved as presented on motion-of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried. 4 : That the request of Mr. Bert Marcum for Eugene Capps for permission to split two acres from a 10 acre parcel to be included with an adjoining 10 acre parcel, now located and owned as a 20 acre grove and situated on Judson Street between East Pioneer and East San Bernardino Streets , be approved. This recommendation was unanimously 125 approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Cou 'cilman Anderson. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From: Redlands Public Schools , a request for a variance to the Safety Ordinance , Uniform Building Code , to permit the use of a building at 811 North Orange Street for an upholstery class . As these classes are limited to 25 adults at one time, Building Inspector Phelps recommended approval of the use of this building with changes as made by the school and cancelling the requirement that panic safety hardware be installed. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried, this appli- cation was approved. From: Mr. and Mrs . Kautto, request for permission to erect a religious sign on their property on Clark Street and Highway 99. On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried , the Council agreed to waive the license and li fee for outdoor advertising at this location for three years . t- From: County of San Bernardino, Highway Commissioner Carris , request Council ap- t proval of location of proposed Borrow Pit on City owned property on Alabama Street . Cn motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the City Manager was authorized to negotiate with the County in this matter. From: Redlands Co-ordinating Council , requesting use of Council Chambers for their meetings on the last Tuesday of each month. Because the Council had felt it preferable , for security reasons , that outside groups make other arrangements for their meetings , where possibe. Manager Workman suggested the use of the Court Chambers , Hall of Justice,'i Mr. J.A. Levine spoke for the Co-ordinating Council, asking that the matter be tabled until the next meeting when Mrs . Wilson and Mr: Robert Campbell could be present . No action. From: Kenneth L. Hamilton, Captain, 466 AAA-Aw Battalion, Camp Cook, California, requesting from the City of Redlands the use of the area around Sunset Drive Reservoir for Anti-Aircraft Ground Observer personnel, said group to consist of three personnel and a jeep. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried, the above request was approved. II From: Public Utilities Commission of the State of California, requesting use of the Council Chambers for a hearing at 10 :00 AM, October 22, 1952. This request was tap- _ �i5 proved on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest . ���� i ,�tii2a ;I From: Associated Students , University of Redlands , use of the Redlands Community Bowl, October 31, 1952 , 7 : to 11 : P .M. for a Pajamarino Rally. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , this request was approved at no charge. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From: Kiwanis Club, urging cooperation from City in the establishment of a base- ball — I field for the City by this coming summer. From: Representive Nixon, acknowledging Resolution No. 714, a resolution of the City of Redlands opposing the proposed 4% statewide Sales Tax. — i From: The City of Huntington Beach, a resolution protesting the 4% statewide Sales! /ax. L, I -- 126 From: American Municipal Association, inviting Council and City officials to a congress to be held December 1, 2 , 3, in Los Angeles . II From: Mrs. Hugh Montgomery, an offer to purchase one share of West Redlands water, It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, that this sale be made at prevailing sales price . UNFINISHED BUSINESS BIDS. Car for Fire Chief and service contract and police cars . II As this was the time advertised for awarding the bid on a new automobile for use of the Fire Chief, thebid of Lange and Runkel, Chevrolet , orice $1143.23, being the lowest and best bid, was accepted on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried unanimously. In the matter of bids received for service contracts and police cars, it was the recommendation of the Manager and the Purchasing Department that, these bids be rejected and a new call for bids issued, said new specifications to be in two parts, one for the service contract and the other for outright purchase of cars . It was moved by Council- man Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that the above recommendation .e carried out . BIDS. Plant-mix asphaltic paving material. As this was time advertised forthe opening of sealed bids for 10 ,000 tons , more or I less , of asphaltice paving material for the City' s needs for the coming year, as well as ids for equipment rentals , the following. bids were 'publicly opened and declared : From : E.L. Yaeger, Riverside, California Matich Brothers , Redlands , California George Herz and Company, San Bernardino (See bid file for prices ) As the bid of Matich Brothers was deemed the lowest and best bid on both material and equipment , on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this bid was approved. ORDINANCE NO. 946 Ordinance No. 946, an ordinance of the City of Redlands regulating the operation of the City Parking Lotion Cajon Street , read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote : II Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Anderson, Elkins, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None PURCHASE OF CITY' OWNED LAND FOR FREEWAY PURPOSES II Attorney Wilson reported that progress was being made on negotiations with Division Of Highways but had nothing definite as yet . PURCHASE OF BOUI:LIOUN PROPERTY BY CITY Attorney Wilson at this time presented the following papers relative to the purchase f y the City of property from J.L.B. Boullioun and Alice M. Boullioun; Agreement for Sale L _ -11 127 of Real Estate , Authorization to execute Deed, and Agreement relative to Annexation and Water. The following resolutions were presented for approval : Resolution No. 715, a Resolution of Approval of Agreement for Sale of Real Estate , which was adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Anderson, Putnam, Elkins and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None 111 Absent : None Resolution No. 716, a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute the Deed on behalf of the City, was then presented and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins . Resolution No. 717, being a resolution of Approval of Agreement relative to Annex- ation and Water, was then presented and adoptedby the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins o Noes : None Absent : None In connection with the above transaction, the Mayor and the Clerk were authorized to sign all escrow papers required. REVIEN OF TRUCK TRAFFIC ON BROOKSIDE AVENUE Manager Workman requested permission from the Council to request the County Board - - of Supervisors to designate a "Truck Route" sign on Alabama Street or further west . It was moved by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that Manager Workman contact the Boarld of Supervisors in this matter. RECREATION COMFITTEE Manager Workman presented a request from Earl Bandy on behalf of the Recreation Committee for permission for said Committee to use a 24 acre portion of City property - I at Colton and Texas for recreation purposes . Some discussion followed but no action — I was taken by the Council at this time . SEWER SURVEY Councilman Anderson asked a t this time what progress had been made on the proposed ) sewer survey. Manager Workman reported that the survey report is nearing a stage of completion and would be ready for presentation in the very near future . NEW BUSINESS CONTRACT FOR CODIFICATION OF ORDINANCES A contract for Codification of City Ordinances was approved, Mr. Cleveland Smith of San Diego being chosen for this agreement . This approval was made on motion of Council- man Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. INSURANCE SURVEY Manager Workman reported that Marshall and Stevens had been engaged to make an appraisal On the Fire Insurance needs of the City of Redlands . ORDINANCE NO. 947 Ordinance No. 947 , an Ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Sign Ordinance was introduced, read in detail for the first time and laid over under t he rules . I 128 MISCELLANEOUS The City Manager asked the approval of the Council to rese ve'e 12 spaces on the Park±,:; Lc• ing Lot on Cajon Street for use of the Planning Commission members, Ci_y, officials ,etc . This request was approved subject to change. Mayor Folkins at this time suggested that some newspaper publicity on Proposition lo might be advisable prior to the coming election. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, that the Mayor be authorized to advise the press that the City Council went on record as opposing Proposition 10. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : From the Pacific Electric Railway, Franchise report 1951-1952 From the Fire Department , Police Department and Poundmaster. and City Treasurer for the month of September, 1952. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee . No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : arry R. Whal y City Clerk if Mayor of/ he City o Redlan.s -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-6-0-0- Redlands , California October 21, 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; Attorney Wilson City Clerk pro-tem Harp, City Manager Workman and Clerk Montgomery. Absent : Councilman Putnam and City Clerk Whaley A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held October 13, 19 2, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. That the request of Professor Abbott P. Herman requesting a Zoning Variance for a first residential area for the purpose of holding Sociology classes of the Univer- sity of Redlands in his garage at 1301 East Colton Avenue, be approved provided that , ' should this special use be terminated that this building will not be rented of used for housing without further special permit. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the above recommendation was approved. 2. That the request of Mr. Vernon Crear for permission to split eighty feet from property located at Sunnyside and West Cypress, be approved provided curbs and gutters 199 be installed. On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the request of Mr. Cletus H.J. Jollie for permission to split four lots from the property located at the Northeast corner of San Mateo Street and West Palm Avenue be approved, provided sidewalks are installed on San Mateo and Palm and that ten II feet be deeded to the City for future widening of San Mateo Street. On motion of it Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, the above recommenda- tion of the Planning Commission was approved. !j COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From: Mrs Elizabeth Voellmy opposing the plan to lead Center Street into Texas Street. No action taken. From: Mrs. Hugh Montgomery an offer to purchase one share West Redlands Water C'7 1'lStock at $125.00. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest, b2 the City Manager was instructed to notify Mrs . Montgomery that the City was asking $150.,00 per share. Councilman Anderson left the Council Chamber at this time (7 :25 P .M. ) From: League of California Cities acknowledging receipt of resolution opposing proposed County Sales Tax. From: Public Utilities Commission, requesting use of Council Chambers on October 23, 1952 instead of October 22nd. APPLICATIONS j! City Manager Workman at this time presented the application for use of the Council Chambers by the Co-ordianting Council. On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins, approval was granted to use either the Council Chamber or the City Auditorium for their meeting, the last Tuesday of each month. II UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 947 An ordinance of the City of Redlands providing for tie regulation, installation and maintenance of advertising structures or billboards , and signs, providing for per- mits and inspection and fixing fees therefore , providing penalities for the violation of this ordinance, and repealing ordinances inconflict therewith, was presented and a adopted by t he following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Elkins, Van Diest and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : Councilmen Anderson and Putnam BIDS As this was the time advertised for receiving bids covering the City' s purchase of Police cars and service contract , the bid of Van Dorin Motors was publicly opened and declared. Action on the acceptance or rejection of the bid was laid over until the adjourned meeting of Monday, October 27, 1952. �I SUBDIVISION The City manager reported that the taxes had been paid on the property comprising IJ ire0 the Pennsylvania Subdivision and the final map was ready for approval. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest the Mayos and the City Clerk were authorized to sign the final map. DEPUTY CLERK APPOINTMENT City Clerk pro-tem Harp, presented the name of Mrs . Edna Montgomery for appoint- ment of Deputy Clerk, and requested Council approval thereof. Approval of the above apointment was duly made on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins. INSURANCE (PUBLIC LIABILITY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE) At this time the matter of increasing the present insurance on Public Liability and Property Damage was presented. A letter from Brooke Sawyer, Insurance chairman, giving the estimated premiums for the increase , was discussed. On motion of Council- man Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the amount of P.L. & P.D. insurance to be carried by the City was increased to $250,000.00 and 81,000,000.00. At this time a letter was read from Ray Phelps , Building Inspector, asking for the retention of Mr. Hyrum Geddes , Plumbing Inspector, who had received notice for his re- tirement . It was moved by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , that Mr. Geddes be retained for one year. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : From the Building Department for the month of September, 1952. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Monday, October 27, 1952, at 7 :00 PM. Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk Mayor of h CIL; of Redm lands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California October 27 , 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular adjourned meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins , Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman, City Clerk pro-tem Harp and Deputy Clerk Arnold. Absent : Councilman Putnam and City Clerk Whaley COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed : From: Public Utilities Commission of California, a request for use of the Council Chambers for a hearing to be held November 10, 1952. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, 131 seconded by Councilman Anderson, this request was approved. From: League of California Cities , copies of the resolutions passed at the San Diego Conference. From: Redlands Chamber of Commerce, Retail Division, relative to a uniform state- wide sales tax. The office of theCity Clerk was instructed to direct a reply to Mr. Harold Harris , Chairman Special Sales Tax Committee, regarding the policy of the City in this matter, ' UNFINISHED BUSINESS At this time the matter of bids on police cars and service contracts was discussed, Councilman Anderson suggested that new bids be called for due to lack of information regarding the specifications as set forth in the call for bids. It was de6ided to holdij over these bids for one week to enable Manager Workman to work out an agreement with the dealers on re-bidding. +1 Manager Workman reported that Mrs . Boullioun had asked that a couple of changes bel made on the deed for the property recently purchased by the City. First, a minorcz jl change in the legal description of the property and second, the removal of a certain paragraph relative to water rights. Attorney Wilson suggested a meeting with Mrs . Boullioun and Manager Workman might bring about an agreement acceptable to both parties] Mrs. Hugh Montgomery declined to pay $150.00 for a share of West Redlands Water offered by the City and specified $125.00 as the top price she would offer. Councilman Anderson suggested the Secretary of the Water Company be contacted for a possible pur- 1 chaser at the City' s price. Council agreed that if there was no sale at this price , it 1 would be agreeable to meet Mrs. Montgomery' s offer. SEWER PROPOSAL Manager Workman presented plans and specifications prepared by the Curry Engineer- ing Company on the proposed sewage treatment plant and outfall lines. It was suggestecd that an early meeting, be held with Mr. Curry to explain in detail these plans and specifications . Manager Workman also presented a sample ordinance on sewer rental for policy guidance. 11 No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council ad- 1 journed to the next regular meeting, which will be held Monday November 3, 1952, at 7 :00 o'clock P.M. Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk gib. 1 Mayor of e City o Redlands 1. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California November 3, 1952 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins , City �I Manager Workman, Attorney Wilson, City Clerk pro-tem Harp and Deputy Clerk Arnold. I 1_ 39 Absent : City Clerk Whaley. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last Council meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held October 27th, 1952, the following recommendations were made to the City Council : 1. That the revised tentative map of Tract No. 3846, San Mateo Street and Brook- side Avenue, Mr. Cletus H.J. Jollie, Subdivider, be approved. On motion of Council- man Putnam, seconded by 6ouOcilman Elkins , the Council concurred with the above recom- mendation. 2. That the tentative map of Tract No. 4037, West Fern Avenue and Bond Street, Mr. Cletus H.J. Jollie, Subdivider, be approved as revised. This recommendation was approvedcon motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried. 3. That the request of Mr. Frank E. Hayward, 919 Tribune Street, for a setback zoning variance to allow a partially constructed garage at that address to remain as constructed be granted. It was moved by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried that this recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved. 4. That the request of Mr. Bert Marcum for permission to split a portion of his property located at Crown Street and Sunset Drive be granted. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, with the provision that there would be at least 18,000 square feet in each lot . APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application by the Order of the Purple Heart for permission to exhibit a collection of antique and modern firearms and war equipment in Redlands in either Nov- ember or December, 1952. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman .Van Diest , that this display be approved with a time limit of two days , details and location to be worked out with Police Chief Slaughter and Manager Workman. Motion carried. The• P,edlands Golf and Tennis Association presented a request for a variance to the Building Code to permit the use of only one cesspool or septic tank in the building of a public rest room on the grounds. City Manager Workman reported this a reasonable re- I/ quest because of the type of use and recommended approval of the variance with the proviso that in the event additional fixtures are added, the second cesspool or septic tank be installed. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, the recommendation of the City Manager was approved. lat-,k i3 �pG� 137- 11u13(5�- From the Redlands Community Music Association, reservation of the Community Bowl for their summer music series every Tuesday and Friday evening beginning July 3rd through Yiugust 28th, 1953. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, this mellUe,tt-rwas.:+approvel. I 133 COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : li From the office of the State Controller of the State of California notice of issuance of State Controller' s warrant for City' s share of apportionment of Alcoholic Beverage License Fees for March 1, 1952 to August 31, 1952. UNFINISHED BUSINESS At this time Manager Workman brought up the matterrof service contract and pur- chase of cars for the police department . After much discussion it was moved by Council- man Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , that the bid of the Van Dorin Motor Co. (ea. ) — l for three new Plymouths to cost $1800.00, plus trade-in, be accepted, as this was the it best and lowest bid on outright purchase of cars submitted. Motion carried. ii Purchase of City owned land for Freeway purposes : No report. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman reported that a new heating unit was being installed in the Hall it Cq of Justice. As this was an unbudgeted emergency item, it was moved by Councilman Put- 'x nam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, that this emergency cost of approx- imately $900.00 be approved. Mayor Folkins presented a Citation from the People of New York to the City of Red- lands relative to the estate of Emma M. Elsing and her bequest to the Smiley Library. Assistant City Manager Harp announced that Mr. Chapman of the State Retirement System will meet with employees of the City of Redlands in the City Hall Auditorium November 5th, 1952. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : Police Department , Poundmaster and Fire Department for the month of October, 1952. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : . I. arry R. Whal-c C ty C er A // . Mayor o e C ty o Res -4-1 • 8 -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California November 18, 1952 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Arnold, Attorney Wilson, and City Manager Workman. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. I 124 ORAL PETITIONS Mr. R.D. Houghton, new owner of the Ambulance Service formerly operated by William Deaton, presented a petition signed by property owners in the vicinity of 711 E. Clark Street requesting that Mr. Houghton be granted permission to operate his ambulance ser- vice from that address . Mr. Houghton then requested renewal of the contract approved for Mr. Deaton a year ago. Upon recommendation of Police Chief Slaughter it was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried, that a similar contrast be drawn for Mr. Houghton for the coming year, also that the business license be waived. It was then moved by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried, that the zoning variance for this business to operate from 711 E. Clark Street be approved. Mr. Robert Baker addressed theCouncil with a request for a review of the tentative charge of $15.00 per month proposed by the City as being equitable for the loss of one parking meter necessitated to provide a rear loading right-of-way for the two stores at 122 and 124 Cajon Street . Mr. Baker felt that a maximum charge of $5.00 per month would be fair in view of the light use of the parking lot . Manager Workman recommended the $5.00 figure as being fair and suggested some hoods for meters to be rented oh a monthly basis of $3. 50. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried, the recommendation of the City Manager was approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held Nov. 10th, 1952 , the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: Manager Workman read a letter from Mrs . Hugh Montgomery to the Planning Commission relative to keeping the quality of construction for homes being built in new subdivisions at a high level. 1. That the request of Mr. S. Straisinger for permission to move a house from 220 Fourth Street to 711 First Street be approved. On motion of Councilman nutnam, seconded be Councilman Van Diest and carried, this recommendation was approved. 2. That the request or Mrs . Rosalie B. Fowler for permission to use the building at 170 The Terrace for services of the Church of Religious Science be denied. Upon advise of Attorney Wilson it was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Put- nam and carried, that this request be tabled at this time . Mrs . L.F. Vivian stated that this property was to be sold and used as a residence , not a church. 3. That the request of Mr. Heyward D. Peters for a zonings, variance to establish a wrecking yard for the sale of scrap metal at 537 W. Stuart Avenue be approved provided it was used for the sale of scrap metal only and properly fenced with a six (6) foot wooden solid fence. On motion of Councilmgan Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson, the Council concurred with the above recommendation. 4 . That the request of Mr. Herbert A. Mills for permission to split a lot 82? x 135' from property located on West Olive Avenue between Bond and San Mateo Streets be granted. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried, this recommendation was approved. 5. That the request of Mr. Marlin West for a setback variance to allow a partially pp C Y constructed garage apartment located at 334 Grant Street to remain as constructed, two feet from the property line instead of three . be approved . On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , this recommendation of the Planning Commission II was approved. ` 6. That the request of Mr. Rafael Londres , Jr. , for permission to split a lot on Franklin Avenue into two parcels be approved. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded ) by Councilman Elkins , this request was returned to the Planning Commission with additional information made available after the Planning Commission recommendation had been made. Motion carried. 7. That the tentative map for Unit One , Tract No. 4049, palm Avenue and Alvarado Street , lots one through eight , be approved with no exceptions to the subdivision ordinance and Unit Two, lots one through twenty-three, be approved providing the street is • right-of-way be increased to 70 feet down to the first turn from existing portion of Cl Eureka Street , no exception to the subdivision requirements , subject to the usual post- 1 CI of — ing bond. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman Anderson, secondedllH by Councilman Elkins and carried , that this tentative map be re-submitted to the Plan- ning Commission for possible extension of Clifton Court . 8. That Tract No. 4055, Unit One, proposed subdivision at Orange Street and Pioneer Avenue, Irvin and Condon, Subdividers , be approved providing street lights , coni) I trete driveway approaches , ornamental trees and five foot sidewalks on Orange Street be installed. Attorney Walter Hartzell, representing the owners of the land, and Roy L. Irvin, one of the developers , then addressed the Council with their proposed long-range plans for future development of additional units and they agreed that if there were no further development after this first unit, that a right- of-way would he provided for a turn-around. Manager Workman reported Engineer Curry' s recommendations relative to sewer connections . It was then moved by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Put- II nam, that the recommendations of the Planning Commission be approved with the provision that three foot sidewalks and curbs be installed throughout the subdivision with the exception of Orange Street where they shall be five feet , that gutters be deleted, and that a turn-around or 20' right-of-way connecting the two streets be provided. Motion carried. 9. That the request of Mr. Tony Silva for permission to split a lot 60' x 140' from an orange grove located on East Palm Avenue between Roosevelt Road and Highway 99 be approved . On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, the Coun til concurred with this recommendation. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From: Property owners on Division Street , a petition that a street light be in- stalled on Division Street between Central Avenue and the railroad tracks . On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried, this matter was referred to the office of the City Manager. From: Redlands Linoleum Shop, a request for permission to lay a carpet across the 'II sidewalk in front of 528 Orange Street in connef'tion with a carpet promotion project . II i' I Id I 136 On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, this request was approved. From: City Employees , City of Redlands , a petition signed by 93% of present em- ' ployees requesting the City Council of the City of Redlands to proceed with the necess- ary steps to have the California State Retirement System hold a formal ballot' of the employees of the City of Redlands to determine whether the employees desire to remain under the present 1/70th retirement contract or to adopt the proposed 1/60th contract - it being understood that information booklets will be available to all employees de- scribing the proposed 1/60th contract. Therefore , a Resolution of Intention to approve amendment to contract providing for participation in State Employees ' Retirement System was presented and adopted by the following roll call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None It was then moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried, that a majority vote of employees be required for adoption of the revised amendments . COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed : From: Public Utilities Commission of the State of California, notice of a hearing on application for rate increase by the Pacific Electric Railway Company. From : Public Housing Administration, Washington, D.C . , assessment notice on Lugonia Homes project, relative to in-lieu taxes . From: County Auditor, County of San Bernardino, notice of cancellation of second City half of County taxes on property on Cajon Street , now a Municipal Parking Lot . From: Division of Highway, State of California, seconde supplemental Memorandum of Agreement to program funds for City' s share of cost of installing traffic signals and highway lighting on Colton Avenue and Orange Street. On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried, the Mayor was authorized to sign this agree- ment on behalf of the City. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Attorney Wilson stated that a contract had been presented from the Division of High- ways relative to the purchase of City owned land for Freeway purposes but advised the (Council he had requested a package agreement on the property with the two wells in ques- tion. No action at this time. ORDINANCE NO. 948 Ordinance No. 948, Sewer Rental Ordinance , introduced, read in .detail for the first time and laid over under the rules. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Don Rice of Bryn Mawr requested Council approval for the transfer of his Present water service from his burned out property to new quarters . This request was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried. 137 Fire Chief Rundberg requested authorization to sell the old Reo ?Ire Truck. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , that the City Manager be authorized to sell this truck as well as two old chassis no longer in use. Motion carried. Recreation Director Bandy then addressed the Council with a report from the Recrea t4¢on Committee relative to plans for a ball field on City land in the vicinity of Texas and Stuart Streets . He stated that the Committee would sod the field and install lights so that it might be used by the Little and Pony Leagues this coming season and there would be no maintenance problem inthe winter and a very minor expense for upkeep in the , summer. He asked the cooperation of the Council in these plans and approval was given on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins . Motion carried unanimously. Police Chief Slaughter requested authority to have the new heating installation completed in the Hall of Justice , stating that the repair of the old equipment would cost $300.00, whereas the new installation cost of $422.00 had been quoted by Purgeson ' s Cl -4 Heating Company. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried , this request was approved. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman announced that the—November meeting of the League of California Cities , Citrus Belt Division, was scheduled for Redlands on November 24, 1952 , and was it a dinner meeting at the Y.W.C.A. It was moved by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Council- man it Van Diest and carried that funds from the Council Convention budget be allowed to permit all department heads to attend this meeting. ti Manager Workman at this time addressed the Council relative to the problem of low salaries in the City which he felt was causing the high labor turnover since January 1, 1952 , also the need for better public relations . He then requested permission to bring in information for a salary study. The Council was agreeable to this request of the it City Manager. It was moved by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried, that Mayor Folkins be authorized to sign a letter petitioning the County Board of Super- visors for annexation of that certain property east of Redlands , commonly referred to II as ' East Lugonia property' and owned by the City of Redlands , also requesting deed to certain County owned property for a connecting strip between said East Lugonia property and the City Limits . REPORTS The following reports were presented a nd ordered filed : From the Building Department and the City Treasurer for the month of October, 19521 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council ad- journed to an adjourned meeting Monday, November 24, 1952 , at 7 :30 P .M. 1 Attest : Harry R. W ale , C y Clerk igl Mayor o e Cti y of Redlands II , LAM I .3cp Redlands , California November 24 , 1952 7 :30 o'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins , City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and City Clerk Whaley. Absent : Councilman Putnam. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a meeting of the Planning Commission held November 23, 1952, the matter of a sit foot solid fence , wooden, to completely surround his wrecking yard at 537 West Stuart Avenue was brought up by Mr. Heyward D. Peters. After further study a compromise was reached whereby a solid fence should be built across the front and extend forty feet down each side, the remainder of the fence to be chain link wire fence. This com- promise was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. TRACT NO. 4049 The tentative map of Tract No. 4049, M.E. Boggs , owner, having been referred back to the Planning Commission was again presented to the Council for approval. After a further study of the map and some slight changes in the proposed extension of Eureka St. through the tract, the tentative maps of Unit One and Two were approved on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest. ORDINANCE NO. 948 Ordinance No. 948, an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing and establishing the charges for services and facilities furnished by the City Sewerage System and providing for collection of the same was presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : Councilman Putnam. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From the Redlands Mutual Orange Association giving notice of the annual meeting thereof to be held Tuesday, December 9th, 1952. A motion was regularly made , seconded and carried authorizing City Manager Workman to attend the meeting and vote thereat in behalf of the City of Redlands. From Alice M. Boullioun relative to water rights on a parcel of property known as the 'Hill' which had originally been included in the property purchased by the City of Redlands and later deeded back to Mrs. Boullioun. No action was taken on this communi- cation. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council ad- journed. c-J /4 Attest : Harry R. a ey City Clerk —Mayor of he City of Redlands 137 Redlands , California December 2 , 1952 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of "edlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson,and Mayor Folkins., City 1Manager Workman, Attorney Wilson and City Clerk Whaley. 111 Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of 'the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. 1 GASOLINE AND OIL III City Manager Workman was authorized to advertise for bids covering the City' s jrequirement for gasoline and oil for the next calendar year on motion of Councilman N fl Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest. G OUTSIDE WATER CONNECTION A request by James Hughes, San Bernardino, for a water connection of a parcel of property located on California Street, south of the Mission School, was denied on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins . PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held Nov- ember 24, 1952, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. That Mrs . R.S. Elwood be granted permission to split her lot at 340 Center Street into two parcels; one facing Center Street to be approximately 53' x 133' and the ,lot facing NorwoodiStreet to be approximately 53' x 137 ' . Also, that Mr. H.H. Weeks be granted permission to split his lot to be approximately 53' x 130. 3' facing Norwood and 53' x 140 ' facing Center. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam ,and carried, these recommendations of the Planning Commission were approved. 2. That the request of Mrs . Fay Legg for permission to split a parcel 75' x 150' from her lot 100' x 506' located at 920 East Central Avenue be approved. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried, this split was approved., 3. That the request of Mr. Bill Sedgwick on behalf of Mr. George Long for permis- sion to split the south 60' x 60' from Lot 19 on Palm Avenue to be added to a 60' x 60' lot on Monterey Street be approved. It was moved be Councilman Anderson, seconded by 'Councilman Putnam, and carried unanimously, that this split be approved as recommended by the Planning Commission. 4. That the request of Mrs . K.J. Short for permission to allow a six foot grape- 'stake fence to remain as constructed at 713 Roosevelt Road be approved. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Council,an Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That Mr. John C. Gorman and Mr. C .M. Rishling be granted permission to split each of their 50' x 170' lots facing College Avenue into two lots which will form a cor- 1 ner lot 86' x 100' and the next lot 91' x 1009 facing Occidental Street . It was moved AA /4o ' by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried unanimously that this) recommendation be approved. 6. That the request of Mr. Howard Prescott on behalf of Rex 0. Vincent for permis- sion to split Lot No. 8 on Franklin Avenue into three lots be denied. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation was approved. 7. That proposed subdivision Tract No. 4057 , Winter View Heights , Unit One , be approved provided ornamental trees acceptable to the Park Superintendent are planted throughout . It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and c carried unanimously that this recommendation be approved. 8. That proposed Subdivision Tract No. 4063, Cypress Gardens , be approved with no exceptions. It was moved by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried that this tentative map be approved. 9. That Mn Cletus H.J. Jollie be granted permission to split 551 from Lot 17, Block 32, Residence Plat , located on West Palm and Monterey allowing 51 to remain with Lot 18. It was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam and carried that this split be approved. 10. That the request of Mrs. Georgia Alexander for permission to split the north eighty feet from Lot 10 and the north eighty feet from lot 11, located on the southwest corner of Cook Street and Sylvan Blvd. , be denied and returned to Mrs . Alexander for more suitable planning and probable subdivision. On motion of Councilman Putnam, ii seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Com- mission I; was approved. 11. That proposed Subdivision Tract No. 3993, Unit One, consisting of six lots located on Franklin Avenue , be approved provided curbs and gutters are installed through- outand the ground from existing paving to the curb is paved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried. 12 . That Mr. Ray Gotfredson be granted permission to move a one story residence from 220 West State Street to 1624 Webster Street . This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. LONDRES DEED A deed from Mary Ellison Londres and Rafael D. Londres , Jr. , to the City of Red- lands , covering a small parcel of property on Franklin Avenue for the purpose of re- aligning Franklin Avenue to eliminate a sharp turn, was accepted by the City of Redlands, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and unanimously carried. �I FINAL MAP VIA VISTA ESTATES, TRACT NO. 3779 The final map of Tract No. 3779 , Via Vista Estates , was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, providing that , with the approval of the Fire Chief, a turn-around is constructed at the westerly end of Via Vista Street and thereby doing away with the proposed Via Verde Street by including it in Lots 11 and 12 of the Subdivision. CHURCH OF RELIGIOUS SCIENCE The matter of the use of property at 170 The Terrace for services of the Church of 141 Religious Science having been tabled at the Council meeting of November 18, 1952 , was again brought up and referred back to the Planning Commission for further .study, on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam. COMMUNICATIONS From the Redlands Heights Groves , a notice of their annual meeting December 16, 1952, and attaching thereto a proxy to be signed in case no one from the City could attend the meeting. As this falls on the next regular meeting of the City Council, CitYl Manager Workman was authorized to sign the proxy in behalf of the City, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins . From Judge Julius V. Patrosso relative to a drainage situation at his property on Fifth Avenue in Redlands . This communication was referred to the office of the City Manager for disposition. CP) REPORTS ,;.1 The following reports were presented and ordered filed : = From Police Department and Poundmaster, Cemetery Department , and the City 1 Treasurer for the month of November , 1952. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Wha ey City Clerk Mayor o/ e "y o e an s -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- REDLANDS; CALIFORNIA December 16, 1952 7 :00 o' clock P .M. F A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Manager Workman, City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley and Deputy Clerk Arnold. Absent : None 1 A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having I previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed -with and same be approved. 1 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held , December 8, 1952 , the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Rosalie B. Fowler for a zoning variance for the purpose of using the building at 170 The Terrace for services of the Church of Religious Science,I and also as adwelling for the minister and her husband, be denied. On motion of Coun- SII oilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and unanimously carried, this recommenda- tion of the Planning Commission was approved. I L. ` J It was then moved by Councilman Elkins, and seconded by Councilman Putnam, that a review be made in the near future of the Second Residential and Commercial Zoning Areas . Motion carried. 2. That the request of Mr. C .J. Condon for a setback variance of Lots 2,4,6 and 8, proposed subdivision Tract No. 4055, Pioneer Terrace, be denied. Tt was moved, seconded; and carried that this recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved. 3. That George N. Stone and Eva M. Stone be granted permission to split into three II lots a portion of the south half of Section Three , Township Two South, Range Three West , S.B.B. & Meridian, located on Cliff Avenue between Crown and Alessandro. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 4. That proposed tentative map of Tract No. 4069, Olive Gardens , Cletus H.J. Jollie, subdivider, located on West Olive Avenue between Bond and San Mateo Streets , be approved. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried, the recom- mendation of the Planning Commission was approved. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Warren Decorating Company, 3919 Ventura Avenue , Fresno, California, an application for permission to hang two street flag date lines in the City of Redlands togadvertise the Riverside County Fair at Indio, 2/18/53 to 2/23/53. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried, this application was denied. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From the State Division of Highways , the Second Supplemental Memorandum of Agree- ment covering the proposed expenditure of the gas tax allocation to the City of Redlands during the fiscal year ending June 30, 1953. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign this agreement on behalf of the City of Redlands. From the Colesman Insurance Agency, copy of a Certificate of Insurance covering Robert B. Goodfellow, dba Peterson' s Auto Service, for B. I. & P.D. liability. From Edgar R. Fisher, for the Redlands Horticultural Society, a communication pre- senting the following resolution passed by the above society: "We wish to suggest that , to serve the best interests of the City of Redlands , the City Council establish a Park Commission of five membersm with unpaid citizen members in the majority, to 'Advise with the City Manager and the Park Superintendent on Policies and Plans ' as suggested in both the Eliot and Means reports. " Also, in connection with the above , a communication from Ruth 0. Osdick, for the City Beautification Committee of the Contemporary Club, requesting the Council to estab- lish such a commission. Manager Workman stated that such a group could be of material assistance to the park program, also could act in an advisory capacity to the Planning Commission. The Council agreed to take the iyatter under consideration. . The City Manager then reported that the Planning Commission was desirous of meeting with the City Council A �. 43 and a tentative time was set for the later part of January, 1953. Announcement was it also made of a meeting of the Redlands Day Nursery with the City Council on January 12 , 1953, at 7 :30 P.M. From: State Senator James E. Cunningham, an invitation to the City of Redlands to feel free to call his office for any assistance needed throughout the coming session of the State Legislature. From: Redlands Automotive Association, Inc . , copy of a letter of protest mailed li by the Association to the Board of Trustees , Redlands Union High School, relative to the purchase of two school buses outside the Redlands District . WATER CONTRACTS, OPTION "B" Water Contracts with Option "B" from Blaine J. Stephenson and. Alfreda N. Stephenson to Floyd M. and Vena May Sandefur were approved and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to sign same on behalf of the City on motion o2' Councilman Elkins , seconded. by Council- C) V) man Anderson. CI `'u UNFINISHED BUSINESS ct RESOLUTION NO. 718, Authorizing an Amendment to the Contract providing for parti- cipation of the City of Redlands in the State Employees ' Retirement System, making its ' employees members of said system, was presented and adopted by t he following roll call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : None RESOLUTIONS NOS . 719, 720, 721, 722 and 723 Resolution No. 719, a Resolution approving the plans and specifications as sub- mitted by the Currie Engineering Company for the construction of INTERCEPTING SANITARY SEWERS. Resolution No. 720, a Resolution approving the plans and specifications as sub- mitted by the Currie Engineering Company for the construction of SEWAGE TREATMENT WORKS.' Resolution No. 721, a Resolution whereby Fred H. Workman, City Manager, City of Redlands , be designated as authorized agent for the City of Redlands to make applica- tion for appropriated funds a&doted as State aid for a public works construction pro- f gram under Chapter 20. Resolution No. 722 , a Resolution wherebyiF.red H. Workman, City Manager, City of jl Redlands , be designated as authorized agent for the City of Redlands to make applica- tion it for funds for plan preparation under Chapter 47 , Statutes of 1944. Resolution No. 723, a Resolution requesting permission of the State Board of Health to construct the outfall sewer lines before construction of the sewage treatment plant . The above Resolutions Nos . 719 , 720, 721, 7a2 and 723 were approved, on motion, by the City Council, City of Redlands , and adopted by the following roll call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Elkins, Putnam, Anderson and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : None JAI . I 144 TRUCK TRAFFIC CN BROOKSIDE AVENUE Manager Workman reported tht the residents on Brookside Avenue again urged that some action be taken to reduce the heavy truck traffic on Brookside Avenue. Police Chief Slaughter suggested that both ends of Brookside he posted .as not a thuek. route and the Traffic Safety Ordinance be enforced. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, that the recommendations of the City Manager and the Police Chief be approved. GARBAGE CONTRACT - Manager Workman brought up the fact that the present Garbage Collection Contract with Roy V. Schutt of Calimesa had expired and requested permission to negotiate a new contract with Mr. Schutt on the same basis . On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried, Manager Workman was authorized to draw up a new con- tract. City Attorney Wilson brought up the matter of the franchise of the California Water and Telephone Company, presently expired, and stated that the Telephone Company declined to renew the franchise. Attorney Wilson will investigate further and requested Council approval of obtaining special legal counsel if needed. Council was agreeable to this request. Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to operate all offices and departments with a skeleton staff on December 26, 1952 and January 2 , 1953. ' City Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to hire additional help for the Police Department during the Christmas rush. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : From the Fire Department and the Building Department for the month of Novemher,1952J Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance' Committee. No further business demanding attention a t this time , on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : ( W Harry. R. Wha ey City Clerk / 7'41 Aare. - / i.' Mayor of the / ty of Redlands ,California -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California January 6, 1953 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , heldaat the regular place of meeting. ' Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson, and Mayor Folkins , City Manager Workman, City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson and Deputy Clerk Arnold . Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of L rAy� �~ 5 1 the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS A request from the Junior Chamber of Commerce for use of the City Hall Auditorium for the staging of the Queen' s Ball, (Miss Redlands 1953) , on January 17 , 1953, was presented and on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman V,n Diest , and carried, this request was approved andthe usual rental charge waived. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held December 29, 1952, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1 . That the request of Mr. Howard Prescott, on behalf of James A. Gorman, for permission to split three lots on Franklin Avenue be denied. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. t{:\. 2. That the request of the First Christian Reformed Church for a sideline variance ' et to permit the construction of a carport to be attached to the south side of the parson- 4 age within one inch of the property line, be approved providing Fred W. Meyer, the prop- erty owner just south of the church property does not disapprove after being informed II that he would not be permittedVto build within six feet of his property line adjacent to the proposed carport . As it was announced that Mr. Meyer would not agree to the proposed six foot setback, the request was denied until such time as both parties con cerned reaches an agreement which will be satisfactory to the Building Department . 3. That the proposed tentative map of Tract No. 4083, Highland Park Subdivision, north corner of West Palm Avenue and Center Street be approved with no exceptions to the-,l — I Subdivision Ordinance provided the name of the street ' Ensenada Drive ' be changed to California Street . On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 4 . That the proposed tentative map of Tract No. 4085, located east of Orange I Street between Pennsylvania and San Bernardino Avenues , be approved with no exceptions 1 to the Subdivision Ordinance azd provided that all lots have a minimum of 60 foot front- I age , four foot sidewalks at the property line , and conventional curbs and gutters on Pennslyvania Avenue and San Bernardino Avenue as well as Herald Street . Cn motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this recommendation bf the Planning Commission was approved. 5 . That the request of the El Carmelo Retreat House for permission to put up dir- ectional signs on Highway 99 be approved provided permission is received from the State Highway Department . On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3828 i 6. That the revised drawings of Tract No. 3$, 8, located between Crescent Avenue and Cedar Avenue and Monterey and Pacific Streets and presented by Mr. E.D. Nickerson, I be approved with no exceptions to the Subdivision Ordinance and excluding sidewalks . I This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried unanimously. II I 146 Councilman Anderson left the Council Chambers at 8 :30 P .M. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS' An application from Mr. Ray McCausland , 1015 East Central Avenue , for permission to, ' keep six calves on his property at the above address. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, that this permit be granted Mr. McCaslan. l for one year only, subject to the continuous a^gravel of the Health Department . A petition signed by a number of residents in the vicinity of Center Street and West Olive Avenue requesting that this intersection be made a four way 'Stop' for traffic . Manager Workman reported that Chief of Police Slaughter recommends the appro- val of this request and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation of the Police Chief and the City Manager was approved. Manager Workman also brought up the matter of the three-way 'Stop' at Citrus and Orange. No action was taken by the Council, referring it to the Manager and the Police Depart- ment for study. From the 'Footlighters ( , a request to display an advertising banner across State and Orange intersection to advertise 'The Happy Time , said banner to be displayed from January 8, 1953, to January 24 , 1953. Approval was given for this request to be granted on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried. Manager Workman presented a request from Clayton Hays for water service to his property on Barton Road, west of Alabama Street . As this property is outside the City Limits , it was moved by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Council Elkins , and carried, that this request be denied. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From C . J. Jewell, a request that the alley from Third to Fourth between Citrus and S.tatebe posted. for one-way traffic. This request was referred to the office of the City Manager for investigation. From the Office of the Mate Controller, Apportionment of Motor Vehicle Fees , ( In _Lieu Tax) for the period E/1/52 to 11/30/52. UNFINISHED BUSINESS BIDS. As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for gasoline and oil to supply the needs of the City for the coming year, the following bids were publicly opened and declared : (See bid file for prices . ) Union Oil Company Richfield Oil Company Tidewater Associated standard oil Company 'Texas company On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, these bids were referred to the City Manager and the Purchasing Department for study and recommendation. FINAL MAPS, SUBDIVISIONS Manager Workman presented the final map of Tract No. 4055, Pioneer Terrace, lo- cated between San Bernardino and Pioneer and Church and Orange Streets , for approval. On motion ofCouncilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman•Van Diest , and carried, this map Y�/j 1 4 was approved, subject to the posting of bond by the subdivider and the changing of the name of Craten Street to Alta Street . Councilman Anderson returned to the Council Chambers at 9 :15 P.M. Manager Workman also presented the final map of Tract No. 4049, Palm and Alvarado, for approval. This map was accepted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Coun- cilman Elkins , A request was presented from James Duncan that Lots 12 and 21 in his subdivision which had been deeded to the City to insure a right-of-way between Lime and Lemon Streets be deeded back to him in order that the work connecting the two streets , Lime and Lemon,. may be completed. It was the feeling of the Council that more complete plans relative to the development of these two lots should be presented before they are deeded back to the subdivider. ;I Manager Workman reported that the Insurance Survey made by Marshall and Stevens is vn nearly completed and that the Insurance Committee desired to meet with t he Council with a complete report at an early date. NEW BUSINESS Under new business , Mayor Folkins announced the following re-appointments : E.R. Hales and Isaac Ford, to the Planning Commission, three year term. Mrs . Rodney Cranmer, to the Urban Re-development Agency, four year term. N. Dushane Hynson, to the Library Board, four year term. On mo ion of Councilman Alderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, the above appointments were approved. Dr. Sidney Milbank is to be invited to address the Council at an early date rela- tive to the progress being made by the Urban Re-development Agency. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : From the Police Department and Poundmaster, the Fire Department , the Cemetery Department and the City Treasurer for the month of December , 1952 . Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No furtherbusiness demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whale ' City Clerk Mayor 04, e ty o Re ands ,CalifT -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California January 20, 1953 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman, City Attorney Wilson and Deputy Clerk Arnold. Absent: None A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed 1I I 148 with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Robert Burton and Thys Feenstra addressed the Council at this time asking consideration of a 111 variance to the Zoning Ordinancetuihi h requires an 83 foot setback on Lugonia Avenue across the City. Manager Workman and Attorney Wilson felt this request deserved consideration as the present wide set- back requirement presents a hardship for potential developers of property on Lugonia Avenue and on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this request was referred to the Planning Commission for consideration. Mr. Kenneth E. Lewis requested consideration of a written application for a one year lease o.f City-owned property lying north of Capri, between Crafton and Garnet Avenues, in Mentone, for the pur- pose of pasturing twenty head of cattle on the land. It was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, that this request be approved and the City Attorney be instructed to draw up the proper lease. Reverend L. W. Minor, 201 East Stuart, addressed the Council with a request for re-consideration I of the condemnation ruling against some of his rental property as imposed by the Building Inspector. It was suggested by Inspector Phelps that the Council appoint a committee to make a survey of these houses. Councilman Elkins and councilman Van Diest were appointed to make this survey with the Buildin:. Inspector and report their findings at the next Council meeting. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS A petition was presented, signed by several owners of property abutting on and adjacent to that 11/ portion of Canyon Road lying between Sierra Vista Drive and Sunset Drive, requesting the City to close and abandon Canyon Road from its intersection with Sierra Vista Drive to its intersection with Sunset Drive. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, this petition was referred to the Planning Commission, with the various property owners to be notified that they will be charged with the cost of abandonment. An application to use State Street between Orange and Fifth for either a 'Block of Dimes" or "Orchid to you" drive to be sponsored by the Zeta Rho Chapter, Beta Sigma Phi, on January 31, 1953, was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the City of ColotnZ a resolution requesting the State to make a study of the metropolitian area in this vicinity in order to determine the best and most coordinated method of moving traffic through this area. From the Delano Chamber of Commerce, a resolution that a Division of Architecture be established in the State Department of Education, with responsibility of furnishing all plans and specifications for school construction projects. From the Redlands Camera Club, a request to hold their annual Photo Fiesta on the grounds of Smiley Park and the City Hall, with the use of the Auditorium for their exhibit, on Sunday, July 26, 1953, the Auditorium to be used on Saturday, July 25th as well. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this request was approved, with a $15.00 charse for the Auditorium. URBAN RE°DEVELOPMENT AGENCY Dr. Sidney Milbank brought the Council a detailed summary of the progress of the Agency and 149 stated that he expected to be able to report on an area development project in approxiamtely six, days. ' — - BIDS FOR GASOLINE AND OIL UNFINISHED BUSINESS As this was the time advertised for the awarding of the bid for gasoline and oil for the needs of the City for this coming year, the bid of the Tidewater Associated Company, being deemed the lowestiF and best bid, was accepted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. (See Bid File for bid analysis) Delbert Fowlers on behalf of James Duncan presented the revised plans for an 18 foot alley connecting Lime and Lemon Streets in the Duncan Subdivisio21 said alley to have curbs and gutters and a public easement, and requested that Lots 10 and 21, previously deeded to the City, be deeded back ' to the subdivider, It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, that this request be approved. C) A contract between the City of Redlands and Roy V. .Shutt of Calimesa for the collection of garbage in the City of Redlands was presented for approval, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded II by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign this contract on behalf of the City. SALARY SURVEY Manager Workman at this time presented for Council consideration a comprehensive salary survey A report, with his recommendations for merit wage adjustments which would put Redlands on par with li surrounding 6th class cities in the matter of salaries. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and unanimously carried, this recommended salary and wage adjustment was approved, effective as of January 16, 1953. 1 NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 949. An ordinance of the City of Redlands requiring persons convicted of certain crimes to register in the office of the Chief of Police of Redlands, was introduced, read in detail for the first time 1 and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 950 it An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 875, ZONING ORDINANCE, introduced, read in detail for it iithe first time and laid over under the rules. Manager Workman presented a request that the Council Authorize a Special Census in order that �. the City might benefit by the increased per capita receipts from State Gas Tax, In-Lieu Tax, and Alcoholic Beverage Tax. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council'; �1 man Elkins, and the City Clerk directed to contact the Census Bureau. The City Manager read a communication from the Public Utilities Commission relative to the City obtaining an easement over the A.T. & S.F. and S.P. crossing over Sylvan Blvd. , east of Lincoln Street. Manager Workman recommended that the City Engineer make a survey of this crossing with the possibility of obtaining a right-of-way on Sylvan Blvd. east of Judson Street, which is now an undedicated street, for a future city street. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman 1 Anderson, the Manager was instructed to make application for an easement and take necessary steps to keep the Grossing open. Motion carried. I 150 MISCELLANEOUS EASEMENT Manager Workman presented for approval and acceptance an easement, for storm drain purposes 111 only, from the University of Redlands, over, through and along the Westerly five (5) feet of the Easterly forty-two (42) feet of Lot 11, Tract No. 3133, Country Club Estates. This resolution was adopted and the easement accepted by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins I Noes: None Absent: None The offer for sale to the Ci_y of thirty-four (24) shares of Redlands Heights Water stock by Lane Crossley was reported by Manager Workman and the Council advised Mr. Workman to investigate this offer further and report back at a later meeting. Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to attend the Spring meeting of City Managers to be held Feb. 23, 1953 to Feb. 25, 1953 at Monterey, California, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Manager Workman also announced a Municipal Finance Officers meeting to be held January 24, 1953, at the El Mirador Hotel in Palm Springs, stating that he and the Assistant City Manager expected to attend and inviting any of the City Council members who were interested to attend also. Councilman Elkins and Councilman Van Diest signified their intention to attend. REPORTS I The following reports were presented and ordered filed: Fire Department, Police Department and Poundmaster, and the Building Department for the Month of December, 1952. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: 'Harry R. Whaley City Clerk h4 2y . Mayor of the/,City of Redlands, California. - 0-'•0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California Feb. 3, 1953 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. I Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman, City Attorney Wilson and Deputy Clerk Montgomery. Absent: None 0 A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined :the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed I with and same be approved. c.- ‘C° APPLICATIONS & PETITIONS Is-?°1� 'f-.' y13153 An application for use of the City Hall Auditorium on the evening of Feb. 15th, 1953, by the Inter-racial Fellowship Group for the purpose of holding a lecture, at no rental fee, was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins. An application by bhe Vera Lynn School of Dancing, for use of the Redlands Bowl on the evenings of June 30th and July 1st, 1953, fbr the purpose of prvtenting a dance program was approved, with a rental charge of $71.00,1 on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. L, 151 A petition signed by all the property owners living on California St. , in the City of Redlands, between Palm Avenue and Crescent Avenue, to have the street name changed from California Street to Ramona Drive, was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins. The Council also directed that the extension of this street north from Palm Avenue to Cypress Avenue, through the I Lutcke Subdivision, be named Ramona Drive. ORAL PETITIONS The Redlands Junior Chamber of commerce announced they webe participating in a nation-wide safeW (program (to install luminous red tape on the rear bumpers of automobiles. Having installed this tape, with per- I'i mission, on the police cars of the City, they ask permission to advertise this fact in order to help promote sales of this tape to private automobile owners. This request was granted on motion of Council man Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Authorization was granted the City Treasurer to issue a business license to a Mr. Grossman, of Los Angeles, to operate a scrap metal yard at 725 W. Stuart Avenue, providing a solid fence was erected along the Stuart Avenue frontage at once and along the West side of the property involved, within 90 (I ii days, on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Couhcilman Van Diest. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS Cl At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held January 26, 1953, the, following recommendations were submitted to the City Council. . 1. That the petition of R. B. Burton for a variance to the set-back ordinance on west Lugonia Avenue be referred to the City Council for the purpose of getting an engineer's study preparatory to amending the ordinance changing all the streets mentioned therein for width(and or)set-back minimums. This brought on an extended discussion regarding the necessary setback on Lugonia Avenue to provide for , a future four lane highway along this street. A study made by the engineering department was consider ed and a decision reached,on motion of councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest to establish) a 26 foot setback from the present property line on Lugonia Ave. until such tike as the setback ordinande could be studied and amended. 1 2. That the tentative map of Hunsaker Subdivision, Tract # 4094, Pioneer Avenue be approved as 1 to Unit ONE, providing Mulvihill Avenue be paved curb to curb throughout and Pioneer Ave. & Texas ST. I be paved from the curb to the 'existing paving, that four foot sidewalks be installed and septic tanks and a seepage pit be included. Gutters to be excluded. The matter of the exclusion of gutters and the installation of septic tanks was discussed at length and an agreement finally arrived at with Mr Hunsaker, whereby curbs with an 18inch gutter would be installed on the east side of Texas Str t, adjoining Unit One of the Subdivision, the south side of Pioneer Avenue adjoining the Subdivision and both sides of i Mulvihill Avenjxe, within the Subdivision. Also sewers would be installed instead of septic tanks, 1 Therefore the recommendations of the planning commission, with the amendmants thereto agreed upon, was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. \ II 3. That the petition of Maurice Clapp for permission to change the property lines of three lots on Mariposa Drive between Saritta Drive and Rossmont Drive, be approved. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. The matter of employing a planning consultant to assist the Planning Commission was brought up i and discu&sed. No action was taken as there were further conferences to be held with prospective applicants. ORDINANCE # 949 An ordinance of the City of Redlands requiring persons convicted of certain crimes to register in the office of the Chief of Police, was presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by ! I a cv'Q the following vote. Ayes: Councilman Van Diest, Ptunam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes: None Absent: None ORDINANCE # 950 An ordinance of the City of Redlands, amending Zoning Ordinance # 875, setting up minimum frontage, depth and area of lots in certain sections of the City, was presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes: None Absent: None COMMUNICATIONS A communication from the South Mountain Water Company, requesting the 0ity Council to approve the appointment of Peter W. Burk, Sr., as a member of the Board of Directors of the South Mountain Water Company was presented and read. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson the above appointment was approved. A notification from the State Board of Equalization of an application for an "Off Sale Beer & Wine License by Herbert Weaver of 519 W. Colton Ave, was presented and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, the City Attorney was directed to file a protest against the issuing of this license. A communication from the Department of Commerce, relative to a special census for the City of Redlands, was presented and read. After some study a motion was made by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, authorizing the City Clerk to make formal request for a special census, remit the initial down payment and act as agent Of the City in signing the agreement. A communication from Fred A. Hall, # 7 Bow "C" Road, Redlands, Calif. , requesting the City to release an old easement granted for the prupose of laying and maintaining a water line upon and across his property. After some discussion the request was granted and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to sig the nece ssary release, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. A communication from Mr. H. L. -Tate relative to pruchasing a small parcel of City Property east of Mentone was presented, read and laid over for further study. SUBDIVISION MAPS The final map of Highland Park-Subdivision , Tract # 4083, Center and Palm Avenue, was presented and approved, subject to the posting of improvement bond and agreement on removal of an old house now situated in this subdivision, on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. The final map of Unit # 1, Sunset Hills Subdivision, Tract $ 4007, was presented and approved, on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. The final map of Unit # 1, Winterview Heights, Tract # 4057, wa ' presented and approved, subject to the posting Of an improvement bond, on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Reverend Minor Prgperst ' Councilman Elkins rendered a committee report ofinthe condition of certain property owned by Rev. Minor, stating that it was the recommendation of the committee that the Council concur in the action taken by the Building Inspector in condemning this property for human occupancy. The Council accepted the report and the matter was closed. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (REDLANDS HEIGHTS WATER SHARES) 1 Manager Workman reported he had investigated the present value of Redlands Heights Water Sto16 6 and recommended that the City purchase 34 shares from Mr. Crossley provided it could be bought for $75.00 per share. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, Manager Workman 111 was authorized to purchase this water stock provided it could be bought for $75.00 per share. The matter of "No Citations" for parking violations during "Dollar Day" in Redlands was brought 11 up and discussed. No action was taken. Manager Workman brought up the matter of rent paid by the Park Superintendent for the house in Sylvan Park, recommending that because of the extra work done by the Park Superintendent during holi- days and week-ends, on account of the location of the house, the rent should be waived. After some discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Putnam,. seconded by Councilman Van Diest to furnish this rill residence, rent free, effective as of Feb. 1, 1953. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION # 725 (Deed to Lots 10 & 21, Valencia Vista Tract # 3249) City Attorney Wilson presented a resolution authorizing a grant deed from the City of Redlands in favor of James and Edith F. Duncan for Lots 10 & 21, Valencia Vista Tract # 3249, saving and reser; r�! ving f to the City of Redlands an easement for public use for road purposes over and across the North — erly 18 feet of said two lots. This resolution was adopted providing a dash bond was deposited with ct the City, guaranteeing the improvement of the 18 feet reserved, by the following vote: li Ayes: Councilmen Van Diest, Putna, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes: None111 Absent: None 1 ORDINANCE # 951 An ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, amending Ordinance No. 896 of the City of Redlands, adopted April 7th, 1949, "Uniform Building Code," was presented, read in detail and laid over under the rules. 1 REPORTS II The following reports were presented and ordered filed: The Police Department, Pmundmaster, 1,11 1, Cemetery and the City Treasurer, for the month of January, 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. 1, No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. n it C 0000000000000000 y� 11 Red"lands , California February 17 , 1953 7 :00 O' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson, and Mayor Folkins , City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman, City Clerk Whaley, Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None Irl A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the records of the minutes of the last meeting , that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held February 9, 1953, the following recommendations were made to the City Council : r 154 __-� -- 1. That the request of Mr. and Mrs . Kirk A. Sjarring tor permission to split their property on Center Street and Ridge Street into four lots be approved provided t that the dwellini be located as shown on the submitted map and that an additional twenty . foot right-of-way along Ridge Street be granted, and that they grant property at Doo- little and Ridge Streets , subject to the recommendation of theCity Engineer, to make an easier turn. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of Mr. George Schlipp for permission to establish a tailoring business in his apartment at 24 W. Olive Street be approved. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation was approved. 3. The Planning Commission recommended that the request of Mrs. Hazel K. McDowell for a zoning variance in the northwest corner of Texas Street and Colton Avenue to change the zoning from Agricultural to Light Industry be denied. It was moved by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Ven Diest , and carried, that this recommendation of the MinningnCOMmission be approved. 4. That the proposed tentative map of Tract No. 4116 , located at the west corner Iof Palm Avenue and Roosevelt Road be approved provided that the map be 'redrawn showing Thine lots instead of ten lots. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commision was approved. 5. Approval of proposed tentative map No. 4117 , west side of Sunset Drive, begin- ning at Mariposa Drive and running south approximately 1200 feet , with the exclusion of sidewalks and sewers . This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried unanimously. 6. That the proposed tentative map of Tract No. 4119, located on the southeast corner of San Mateo Street and West Fern Avenue be approved with the construction of Unit No. 1, consisting of lots from one through eight to b e completed first and then Unit No. 2 , consisting of lots through nine to thirty-nine, with no exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 7. That the request of Dr. William Holt-Smith for permission to split a x 1801 from Lots 18, 19 and 20, Block 21, Residence Plat , facing Walnut Avenue, be appro- ved. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, that this recommendation be approved. 8. That the request of Edward D. Nelson for permission to split a lot 501 x 561 from his property at the corner of Home Place and Eureka Street be approved, provided a proper sewer easement is granted. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this split was approved. 9. That the request of Mr. L.K. Harper for permission to split his grove at the southeast corner of San Bernardino Avenue and Church Street into three parcels be appro- ved provided Lot No. 1 is split according to the submitted map and that Lots 2 and 3 be retained as a single parcel. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councili' 155 man Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried unanimously. Manager Workman requested approval of Un* No. 1 of Tract No. 4037 , on West Fern `Avenue and Bond Street . As the tentative map for this tract already had Planning Commission and Council approval,this request was granted on motion of Councilman Elkins 11 seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried. fir,; 'v I APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONSe{L Z'1 X50 j An application by the Associated Student Body, Redlands High School, for the use of the Auditorium for their Commencement Dance June 12 , 1953, af3oAK application by the Redlands High School for the use of the Redlands Bowl June 12, 1953, for Commence- 9 ment exercises were approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman II Putnam. An application by the Redlands Community Music Association for the use of the Redlands Bowl for 16 extra nights in addition to the regular Tuesdays and Fridays Music Series , these extra night to be used for rehearsals , was approved on motion of Oouncil- j, man Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins . An application by the Redlands Council of Churches for the use of the Redlands Community Bowl for Easter Sunrise Service, April 5, 1953, also for Sunday evening interdenominational services June 28 through September 13, 1953, was approved on motion ', of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins . — II An application by the Iota Tau Chapter of the Beta Sigma Phi for permission to use 'I� State Street between Fifth and Orange on March 28, 1953, for an Easter Seal Drive, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. COMMUNICATIONS II The following communication were presented and read : From the City of Monrovia , a communication stating that City' s intention to sup- port the City of Petaluma in the pending franchise litigation with the Pacific Tele- phone and Telegraph Company. From the United Pacific Insurance Company, a special endorsement to be attached to the City' s Comprehensive Liability Policy CLP 50435 covering the Redlands Community Redevelopment Agency, its members , directors and officers when acting within the scope of their duties . It was moved Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and!, carried, that the endorsement be accepted and the proper signatures affixed thereto. From the University of California, Department of Engineering, notice of the bulle- tin "An Analysis of Refuse Collection and Sanitary Landfill Disposal" which was mailed to the City for study. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 951 Ordinance No. 951, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No.896, Uniform Building Code, was read in detail for the second time and adopted by the follow; ing roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None AA I 156 City Clerk Whaley reported that he had made application with the Bureau of Census for a special census to be made in the City of Redlands and was receiving application in his office for enumerators. Manager Workman reported to the Council that three applications from Planning Consultants had been submitted to his office and asked the Council to consider Mr. Simon Eisner, who was ,in his opinion, the applicant whose qualification best suited the needs of the City. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, that the City Manager be authorized to negotiate with Mr. Eisner. Manager Workman reported in connection with the forthcoming installation of tnaffic signal at Orange Street and East Colton Avenue that it would be advisable to extend Alta Street across East Colton Avenue to The Terrace. It was moved by Councilman And- erson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that the City Manager be authorized to proceed with this work, with the approximate expenditure of $750.00, as soon as the contract with the state is let. Dr. Sidney Milbank presented Resolution #726 approving the application of the Com- munity Redevelopment Agency of the City of Redlands for a supplemental preliminary ad- vance for funds in the amount of $7 ,691.25 from the Housing and Home Finance Administra- tor. This resolution was adopted and the Mayor and the Clerk authorized to sign for the City by the following vote: Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson, and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : None City Attorney Paul Wilson presented Resolution No.727 authorizing a contribution in the amount of $500.00 as the City' s share inthe cost of preparation of briefs and presentation of oral argument in the case of the City of Petaluma v. Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company. On motion of Councilman Elkins ,seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this Resolution authorizing the payment of $500.00 was approved. A previous request presented by Mr. H.L. Tate to purchase a piece of City property was discussed by the Council and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this request was denied. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman presented a request from Water Superintendent Burk on behalf of a subdivider in Mentone for water service to his subdivision. It was the opinion of Councilman Putnam, in which the Council concurred, that the existing resolution be up- held and that no new extensions be made at this time. The Council suggested that a survey be made to determine the need for additional fire hydrants inthe residential areas . Manager Workman was requested bythe Council to report on the progress being, made in connecting to the new well in the Loma Linda District and agreed to have this report at the next meeting. BIDS. Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to call for bids for a new 157 street sweeper for the street department. This authorization was granted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. The City Manager presented a request by the present leasee of a portion of the Boullioun property now owned by the City. that the City consider a new lease with them when the present lease expires . Authorization was granted Manager Workman to negotiate , the best deal in this matter. The Council at this time also authorized the payment in advanceofduedatel p y of the , sume of $5000.00 to Mrs . Boulliouh in connection with the purchase of this property by the City of Redlands . I� Building Inspector Phelps brought up the matter of the eventual disposal of emer- gency low-cost housing units in the City and the matter was discussed at some length but no action taken at this time . REPORTS CD IC, The following report was presented and ordered filed : by From the Park Superintendent for the month of January, 1953. .Z a Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk Mayor of t e City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- i III Redlands, California March 3, 1953 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place 11 of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins ; City Manager Workman, City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None 1� A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having I� previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes of the last meeting be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. M.G. Adams addressed the Council at this time on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce, presenting for their approval the layout of a new map of the City of Redlands. Estimated cost of printing 15,000 of these maps, an approximate three year' s supply, wall 1 $492. 37. It was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , that the II sum of $500.00 be authorized by the City to defray the cost of these maps , with the stipulation that the words 'CITY OF REDLANDS' appear as part of the heading as well as ' CHAMBER OF COMMERCE' . Motion carried. Mr. R.L. Sargent brought before the Council the problem created by the children from the Texonia Housing project of vandalism in his grove adjacent to the project. �.1 Fr 158 8 e Police CHief Slaughter agreed that a serious problem exists and it was suggested by the Council that the City Manager, Project Manager Glenn Pryi the Water and Police Depart- ments investigate this matter and submit a recommendation at the next meeting. Mrs. Ruth Davis presented for Council approval tentative building plans for a Drive, in under consideration on a sub-lease arrangement on City owned property at Texas Street and Highway 99 known as the Wayside Gardens. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , this sub-lease was approved subject to the approval of the remodel- ing plans by the Building Department and with the stipulation that the existing build- ings be disposed of under the jurisdiction of the City Manager and the Building Department. Motion carried. City Clerk Whaley at this time presented notice from the League of California Cities of a ' State-wide meeting to consider legislation introduced relating to County and City Sales Taxes ' to be held in Sadramento on March 12, 1953. Considerable discus- sion followed at this time with Treasurer Godshall stating that in his opinion passage of this measure would mean a drastic change in revenue collections by the City. Coun- cilman Putnam said that he felt that the Council should express an opinion and made a motion that the Council go on record as opposing passage of Senate Bills 1344 and 1575 and as not favorite favoring the passing on of the collection of city sales tax to a higher level of government , also that the City Treasurer and one City Councilman be au- thorized to attend this meeting in Sacramento. This was seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried. It was then moved by Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that Councilman Elkins accompany Treasurer Godshall to represent the City of Redlands at this meeting. Councilman Putnam further moved that thkouncil go on record as favoring a sales tax in unincorporated areas to be handled by the counties. Motion seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Plamning Commission of the City of Redlands held February 27, 1953, the following recommendation were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Mrs. Helen G. Fisk to change the property lines of Lots 5, 6 and 7, Tract 1934, Golden West Addition, making two lots instead of three lots be approved. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman -Elkins and carried, this recommendation to the City Council was approved. 2. That the request of Mr. Andrew G. Blomquist for permission to split a lot 50' x 178' from the westerly section of his property located at 1201 Brookside Avenue be ap- proved. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of aoun- oilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, with the provision that the ' sideline setback from the existing house at 1201 Brookside conform with the City' s building setback ordinance. 3. Approval of the request of Mr. Charles Lingenfelter for permission to split a lot 65 ' x 100' from the westerly section of his property at 700 Cajon Street. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded (by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of Ithe Planning Commission was approved. 159 4. That the request of Mr. Bert Marcum to split , into three parcels , his property located on the east side of Crown Street , between West Crescent Street and Sunset Drive, i) ' be approved excluding curbs , gutters and sidewalks and sewers. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Coun- cilman Putnam and carried with the provision that the City of Redlands have first re- fusal of any water stock offered for sale. 5. That the request of F.H. Horton for permission to split one lot 70' x 110' from SII the northwest corner of his property and a lot 85 ' x 87. 5 ' from the southwest corner of I� his property located on the east side of Grove Street between Colton Avenue and Terrace be approved provided curbs , gutters and sidewalks be installed on Grove Street and the ground from the existing paving to the curb be paved on Grove Street and that sidewalks be installed on Colton Avenue. After some discussion, on motion of Councilman Anderson I, seconded by Councilman Putnam,' the request for the 70' x 110' split at the northwest corner was approved and the requested 85' x 87.5 ' from the southwest corner was tabled Ct for two weeks to enable the City Manager and Engineer to submit a recommendation as to the feasibility of re-aligning the west curb so as to leave the existing palm trees . Motion carried. 6. That the request of Mr. Phil Lukei for permission to stlit a lot 78. 15 x 142.91! from all that portion of Lot 5, Block 13, Map No. 2, of a Portion of Redlands Heights, be approved provided curbs and gutters be installed and the street paved to the curbs and the sidewalk area be graded to sidewalk grade. On motion of Councilman Elkins, sec- onded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Com- mission was approved. 7. That the proposed tentative subdivision map of Tract No. 4125, presented by James Gorman, Jr. , consisting of fourteen lots on Franklin Avenue be approved excluding sidewalks and sewers. At this time Rev. Paul Ferguson addressed the Council in protest five, over this approval without a twenty- oot easement on the south line to join a similar twenty-five foot easement required from him when a property split was approved for him by the Planning Commission last year, this fifty foot easement to be available at some future date for road improvement. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council- man Anderson, and carried, this tentative map was returned to the Planning Commission with the recommendation that a twenty-five easement be obtained from Mr. Gorman ; Manager Workman presented the final map of Units 2, 3, and 4, Tract No. 4055, Pioneer Terrace for approval. This completes the subdivision as approved on the tenta- tive map. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, that this final map be approved subject to receipt of proper bond. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were read and ordered filed : From the California Roadside Council, urging the City to oppose Senate Bills 733 and 734, Billboard Control , shortly to be heard before the State Senate Committee on Business and Professions , This was referred to the Beautification Committee. AA Pr 160 From Joe E. Brown, Hollywood, requesting the Mayor proclaim National Smile Week March 9th through 14th, 1953. From Elliott E. McCloud, a letter of appreciation to the Park Superintendent for assistance rendered by his department in removing a falling tree from his property. From the State Division of Highways, estimated apportionment of gas tax allocation to cities, fiscal year 1954. From the State Board of Equalization, notice of an 'On-Sale Beer' license to Chas. I/F. Farmer, 527-529 Orange Street. From the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Census , acknowledgement of check to cover special census preparation. From Redlands Chamber of Commerce, copy of budget for this fiscal year 1952-1953 and request for payment of the $1,000.00 apportionment set by the City of Redlands for promotional activities of the Chamber of Commerce. From the United Pacific Insurance Company, notice of the appointment of F.M. Ginder of Los Angeles with Power of Attorney to execute all bonds and undertakings of Suretyshis. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Redlands High School, an application for use of the City Hall Auditorium for the annual Junior-Senior Prom to be held May 15th, 1953. This application was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. From the American Red Cross , an application to have a banner at the intersection of State and Orange Streets for five days prior to the April blood drawings. This ap- plication was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. From the Crippled Children' s Society, permission to hold a 'Tag Day' for an Easter Seal Drive on the downtown streets on Staurday, March 28, 1953, was granted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS City Manager Workman gave a progress report on work being done on the Loma Linda Well and stated that pipe for the completion of the connecting line was on hand and that negotiations are under way for the acquisition of rights-of-way. Mayor Folkins suggested that some recommendations should be made relative to the appointment of an Advisory Tree Committee to work with the Planning Commission. Police Chief Slaughter p®ported that a traffic survey had been made at East Central Avenue and Grove Street and Attorney Wilson was instructed to draw up an ordinance making this intersection a traffic 'STOE' . NEW BUSINE§S ORDINANCE No. 952, amending Ordinance No. 946, Parking Lot Operation, was read in detail for the first time and laid over under the rules. This amended ordinance will change the 24 hour operation of the lot to daylight hours only, 9 :00 A.M. to 6 :00 P.M. and will meter the entire lot. Ordinance No. 953, amending Ordinance No. 932, Parking Meter Zoning and Control, introduced, read in detail for the first time and laid over under the rules;,. authorizes the installation of parking meters on both sides of Cajon Street from the last present installation south to Olive Street , leaving a green zone in front of two business estab- lishments at 122 and 124 Cajon Street . On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the City Manager was authorized to purchase two motorcycles for the Police Department instead of one automobile, which was a budgeted item. Motion carried. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Building Department , Police Department , Fire Deaprtment for the month of 1 February and from the Fire Department for the month of January 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council adjourned. CZ i r1 Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk ;if Mayor of t Ci ty of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California March 17 , 1953 7 :00 o ' clock P. M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City if Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson , and Mayor Folkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. A motion was regularly made and seconded that : the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. H.A. Kimm addressed the Council with a request for water meters to serve two residences he plans to build on his property on Alabama Street west of Redlands. Mayor Folkins pointed out that similar requests for services in this vicinity have been denied On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this re- quest was referred to the water department to check the size of the existing lines and report back at the next Council meeting. Mr. H. Johnson petitioned the City to support his application to the Public Utili- ti(1s Commission for the franchise to operate his bus line in Mentone by a subsidy agree- ment to underwrite his gasoline or insurance costs for one year. As the City cannot 1 — � legally subsidize private business , this petition was denied on advise of Attorney Wilson. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOWMENDATIONS �I At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held March 9th, 1953, the following recommendations were istbmitted to the City Council : mss.;, I 1. That the request of Mr. W.B. Molony for permission to split lots 2, 3, and 4 from his proposed tentative subdivision map of Tract No. 4128, Portion Redlands Heights, Map No. 3, portions Block 22, be approved. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation o f the Planning Commis- sion was approved. 2. That the Proposed tentative map of Tract No. 3290, between Daisy Avenue and Highway 99, T.F. Bledsoe, be approved providing all requirements of the Subdivision Act are complied with excepting sewers and sidewalks. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. Property deeds for easements, without obligation for maintenence, improvement , or repair, from three property owners adjacent to this proposed subdivision were pre- sented and returned to the Gtantors on the grounds that no provision for future improve- ment had been made, on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. 3. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the application of Mr. Robert H. Hollister for permission to split a lot 60' x 120' from the south section of his property located at Chestnut Avenue and San Mateo Street was approved as recommended by the City Planning Commission. 4. That the request of Mr. George Forsberg for a Zoning Variance to allow the back 31' of his property at 92 San Gorgonio Drive to be changed to Commercial for the purpose of construction of a real estate office be approved. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Covncilman Anderson, and carried„ this recommendation of the Plan- ning Commission was approved. 5. That the request of Mr. K.N. Matthews for permission to split one lot 58' x 130 from his property located §t 1049 West Fern Avenue be denied because thelot size did not meet existing requirements. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommends tion of the Planning Commission was approved. 6. That the request of Mr. W.W. Walrath for permission to split a lot 330' x 660' from his property located on West Colton Avenue between Tennessee and New York Streets be approved. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 7. That the revised tentative map of Tract No. 4125, James T. Gorman, Jr. , be ap- proved for Unit No. 1, consisting of lots 1 through seven providing Mr. Gorman posts the necessary bond for installation of curbs, gutters and paving on one-half of the 50' road south of Unit No. 2, consisting of lots eight through fourteen, with the further provision that the citrus trees on Unit No. 2 be maintained properly or removed. After considerable discussion, the Council, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Coun- cilman Van Diest , recommended the approval of Unit No. 1, as consisting of lots 1 through 6, provided Mr. Gormen meets all requirements of the Subdivision Act except sidewalks , lot 7 of Unit No. 1 to be omitted and retained as an entry to the rear of Unit No. 1.. Motion carried. 163 COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Fire Chief Carl Rundberg, relative to the possible responsibility of the City in the case of poison chemicals used by pest control operators and occasionally parked on streets or parking areas during their operations. Mr. Harold Crane addressed the Council in this respect assuring the City that strict supervision would be made and permits would not be issued to careless operators. From Thomas H. Kuchel, U.S. Senate, acknowledging telegram regarding strike of utility workers in °outhern California area. From William F. Knowland, telegram acknowledging wire regarding public utility strike in Southern California area. From Redlands Chamber of Commerce, a Resolution adopted by the Merchants Division Chamber of Commerce, urging the City consider the possibility of acquiring a parking lot on the S. P.R.R. property at 315 Orange Street. From the Bureau of Census, Department of Commerce, letter of instruction preparatory to Special Census to be started in the City March 24, 1953. From Crook,Company, Construction Equipment , declining to bid on sweeper for the street department. From Southern California Edison Company, franchise payment for the year ending December 31, 1952, in the amount of $3, 155. 22. �I GIFT OF CAMELLIAS TO CITY Mrs. Ruth Davis at this time presented four large specimen camellias, about fifteen' ° years old, to the City to be planted on the north side of the City Hall . These plants were accepted with thanks by the Council in the name of the City of Redlands. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application by Mrs. Dorothy Walters, Hospitality Hostess , for permission to check applications of new water consumers for a contact list of newcomers to the City was anuroved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for a new sweeper for the street department , the following bids were publicly opened and declared : II From: Smith, Booth, Usher Company, from Conveyor Company, and from Brown-Bevis Company. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, �I li these bids were referred to the office of the City Manager for analysis and recommend- ation. (See Bid file for prices. ) Manager Workman reported his investigation into the problem of vandalism by the children from Texonia Homes in the grove of Mr. R.L. Sargent adjoining the project and stated that Project Manager Pry has agreed to police the grove and do all he can to control the trouble. Mr. Workman also suggested that perhaps 8 or 10 trees could be re- moved from the City' s adjoining grove to make a play area for the children, The Council �I I 164 authorized Manager Workman to use his best judgement in this matter. The request of Mr. H.F. Horton to split a lot 85' A $1.5' from the southwest corner of his property on Grove and Terrace which had been tabled pending a check by the City Engineer was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , with the provision that the two trees be removed from in front of the lot and curbs, guttersand sidewalks be installed on Grove Street in front of this split together with paving from existing paving on Grove .Street to curb line , and an agreement be drawn up providing for street improvements on Terrace at such time as the balance of the property is subdivided. Motion carried. Councilman Elkins gave the Council a report on the recent Sales Tax meeting he and City Treasurer Godshall attended in Sacramento, Mr. Elkins felt that a number of cities were displeased with Richard Graves ' presentation of this bill and suggested the City Manager request a copy of Bill No. 1344 with his amendment . ORDINANCE NO. 952 Ordinance No. 952, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 946, Parking Lot Operation, was read in detail for the second time and adopted by t he follow- ing roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson, and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : None RESOLUTION NO. 729 Resolution No. 729, a resolution amending Resolution No.696, Parking Meters and their location, to include the installation of meters on the west side of Cajon Street to the driveway into the Congregational Churth, was approved a nd adopted by the follow- ing roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkisn. Noes : None Absent : None Manager Workman requested clarification of the intent of the Council relative to setback requirements for new buildings as they are put on existing lots which are smaller than the amended zoning ordinance now requires. The opinion was that the old setback would apply. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the following final subdivision maps were approved subject to receipt of proper bond: Tract No. 4037 , Velwood Subdivision, Bond and Fern Tract No. 3940, Elizabeth Heights Subdivision, Elizabeth and Fountain Tract No. 4116, High Palms, Roosevelt Road and Palm Avenue NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman presented for acceptance a Grant Deed from C.T. and Beverly Jollie for a 10' strip of land along San Mateo north of West Palm Avenue said land to be for street purposes only, in the event of the widening of San Mateo Street . On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this grant deed was 6 accepted. - 165 RESOLUTION NO. 728 Resolution No. 728, a resolution calling for the annual posting of lots for weed cleaning was presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None City Clerk Whaley was at this time instructed to call for bids for the cleaning of lots. Councilman Anderson moved that Manager Workman proceed with the annual program for weed control with oil spray. Motion seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried. I� The matter of Mr. J. J. Andrews obtaining a metered connection for delivery of some 'Finch' water was brought up and discussed. It was brought out that under a formers, agreement water was to be delivered to Mr. Finch at specified points into his own water line. This request was for a connection at a point not specified inthe original agree- ment Cid i but one which had been established for the convenience of both the City and Mr. Finch. After much discussion it was decided that , although it was against/ the original agreement as to delivery point , it would be good business , because of certain conditionsll to permit this connection to be made. The request was therefore granted on motion of Councilman Anderson; , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried unanimously. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : From the Park Department for the month of February 1953, and from the County of San Bernardino, Department of Agriculture, Orchard Heaters Control Report for season 1952-1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee . No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council Adjourned. Attest : Harr R. Whale City Clerk Mayor of he City ofRedlan ds -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California �I April 7, 1953 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. �A I 166 ORAL PETITIONS At this a written petition for a water connection outside of the City, Alabama Street and Highway 99, Mb. Leigh Nickerson, was read by Clerk Whaley, after which Mr. Nickerson stated his case in person. As an easement to run a large water main on his land had been granted in 1948 at no cost to the City, Mr. Nickerson felt the oily should be favorable to his request for service, despite the present policy of the City to grant no new water connections outside the City limits. Considerable discussion followed relative to the obligation of the City in this particular case, with Council- Anderson man favoring the granting of the petition and Councilman Putnam maintaining that no exceptions could be made without establishing a °precedent. A motion was made by Coun- cilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, that this request be denied. Motion carried, with Councilman Anderson voting 'No' . PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April 2nd, 1953, the followning recommendation were submitted to theCity Council. • 1. That the proposed tentative Subdivision Map Tract No. 3993, located on Franklin Avenue, Mr. Philip Lukei, subdivider, be approved as revised including all improvements excepting sidewalks and with the possibility of working out a cooperative sewer arrange- 1 ment. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Council- ' man Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. 2. That the request of Mr. Peter G. Egan for permission to split his property on Pacific Street into three lots be approved. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation was approved. 3. That the request of Clyde E. Montooth and Ruth V. Montboth for permission to split a lot 300 x 330' from the property located on the south east corner of Church St. and San Bernardino Avenue be approved provided the owners conform to a 35' building set- back line. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried. 4. That the request of Mr. Anthony Jacinto for permission to split a lot 80' x 120' from the northwest corner of his property located on the southeast corner of West Cypress Avenue and San Mateo Street be approved with no exceptions provided an additional ten foot easement is granted on San Mateo Street and bond is posted for sidewalks , curbs, and gutters on West Cypress and San Mateo. This recommendation was approved on motion of CouncilmanPutnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, 5. That Mr. Gilbert .Larson' s request for permission to split two lots from his property located on San Mateo Street between Brookside Avenue and Magnolia be approved providedan easement for 'sewer purposes over the northerly portion of this lot be held and a bond be posted in the amount of $300.00 to run for three years for the expense of curbs, gutters, and fill on Magnolia. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. 6. That the request of the Stoddard Estate for permission to split a lot approxi- - / I ibex mately 160' x 255' from the northwest corner of the property located on Redlands Street and Dearborn Street be approved. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilll man Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. 7. That the request of Mrs. Martha Steimle for permission to split two lots from her property located on Garden Street be approved provided the rear 20' x 250' be taken !I II from Lot 1 and left with Lot 2. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. 8. That the request of Mr. Cameron Hinckley to cAlange his property lines on his property located on Clay Street between Lugonia Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue be ap- proved, excluding sidewalk. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was appro- ved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. 9 . That the request of Mr. Louis A. Aubuchon for permission to split his property located at 300 Tennessee Street into three lots be denied pending submission of a de- �I tailed map showing the proposed use of the property. Mr. Aubuchon then addressed the .n `I Council and explained that the lots were to be sold to prospective home owners and were to be used 'as building sites. It was the opinion of the Council that Mr. Aubuchon's request met all requirements for a split and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this request was approved as presented with the ex- ception of curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and trees. Councilman Van Diest declined to vote. BIDS As this was the tjme advertised for the awarding of the bid for a new street sweeper, upon recommendation of Manager Workman and the Purchasing Department, the bid of Brown-Bevis Company of *8,213. 13, being deemed best suited to the needs of the City was approved on Motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Girl Scout Organization an application for the use of the Auditorium on May 22, 1953, from 5:00 to 9 :00 PM. for a World Fellowship Day. From the Redlands Junior High School an application to use the Auditorium the evening of May 29, 1953, for a party and a dance. The above two applications were approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried. From the Military Order of the Purple Heart, an application to exhibit a collection of historic fire arms in the City some time during the year. It was moved by Councilma Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, that the City Manager and the Police Chief be authorized to screen this type of application, recommending the Triangle or other suitable location not in traffic and a three day time limit. From the Redlands Camera Club, an application to use the Auditorium for a print exhibit from July 25th to July 31, 1953. This application was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. Manager Workman presented a request from Harold McDAniel, Saugus, California, for it permission to keep 200 stands of bees on City owned property in Greenspot, also an application from E. Giddings, Blyth, California, to keep 50 colonies of bees at Morrison I 16S and Highway 99 within the City. It was moved by Councilman Elkins , seconded by Coun- oilman Putnam, and carried, that these two requests be approved. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the office of the Supervisor of the Special Census, a preliminary announcement of returns for the City of Redlands, and notification of final date for acceptance of missed persons, and breakdown of expenditures incurred by theCity. On motion of Council- man Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, these expenditures were appro- ved and warrants ordered issued. From Harry Allison, County Clerk, a communication relative to Boundary Commission filing. From Foster and Kleiser, relative to Billboard Legislature. From Redlands Council of Churches, appreciation for use of Redlands Bowl for Sunday evening services throughout the summer. From California Water and Telephone Company, Franchisecheck in the amount of $4,168. 56 , for the year of 1952. From the Southern California Gas Company, Franchise check in the amount of $5,584. 35 for the year 1952. From the 28th Agricultural District , an invitation to attend the Arbor Day cere- monis at Victorville April 12, 1953. From the Vera Lynn School of Dance relative to a change in rehearsal time for her Bowl program. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Manager Workman presented for acceptance a deed from the Redlands Joint Union High School District for portion of Lot 5, Block 32, 2nd Prel. Map of Redlands for public alley purposes, also a resolution authorizing dedication of the above real property. On motion of Councilman Esitins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this deed was accepted by the City of Redlands. Resolution No. 730, a resolution authorizing the City Manager and City Accountant to make and file with the State Controller the annual Street Report , was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. NEW BUSINESS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the annual cleaning of city lots the following bid was publicly opened and declared: From: Burtt and Walter Taylor, 11811 Vose Street, North Hollywood, $8.50 per hour. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, this bid was refer- red to the City Manager for action and decision4 WATER RESOLUTION NO. 731, amending Resolution No. 710, of the City of Redlands, estab- lishing rules and regulations for the Water Department was presented and adopted by the following roll call vote : 169 Ayes : Couhcilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None The matter of granting a permit to Mr. J.J. Andrews for a metered connection for some 'Finch' water, which request had been granted at the Council meeting of March 17th,i was rescinded on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. At this time a report was presented by Manager Workman for Water Superintendent Ritchie on South Mountain Water, Redlands Heights Water, and Crafton Water, and 38 shares of Redlands Heights Water was offered to the City. It was moved by Councilman l Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried that the City offer $50.00 per share for this water, with the City to assume assessment cost. The following agreement between Mr. E.D. Finch and the City of Redlands regarding the delivery of 421 inches of priority water was then presented and unanimously accepted: AGREEMENT: CD Mentone Groves (E.D. Finch) Prior Right Water. Entitled to 42.5" continual flow. i. -�-_� The water to be delivered to individual users by the City at specified points as listed below: AMETHYST AVENUE EAST LUGONIA NO. 4 riuflm oAPPlilith AVr;EVUL' J.J. Andrews 60" J. Reese 72" Clyde Foote 40" J. T. Robinson 25" ' D.W. Flickenger 3" H.C. Kent 30" H.A. Richardson 34" Sam Hinkle 15" R.M. Finfrock 54" Mrs. B. Kingsley 30" E.L. Schmidt 60" W.C. Pitts 12" SOUTH SAPPHIRE CRAFTON AVENUE li J.F. Dgyton 35" H.J. Beyerl 30" I1 H.B. Robinson 40" E.M. Brock 15" H.C. Kent 70" AGATE AVENUE THIRD AVENUE �I W.D. Drew 40" E.D. Finch Bal. of 42.5" W.L. Wern 70" It was agreed that there will be no change from these delivery points. During the regular irrigation season of May 1st to November 1st any water that is not used by Mr. Finch or his users can be sold by Mr. Finch to the Crafton Water Companyjl There will be no accumulation of credit from one month to the next. Any water not used or sold by Mr. Finch to the Crafton Water Company in any one of the above mentioned months is lost by him. During the off season, November 1st to May 1st , any water not used by Mr. Finch or his growers is lost by him. e-' Mr. Finch agreed that he would pay .05¢ per inch delivery charge for all water de- ll livered to him or his growers. This charge to be billed and paid monthly beginning with April 1st, 1953. The City is responsible only for the delivery to the above listed wier boxes. The distribution from these points is the responsibility of Mr. Finch. Any loss of water between the specified wier boxes and the point of usage is to be handled be- tween Mr. Finch and his customers. The City Water Department will prepare an irrigation schedule for each season and I 170 it shall be strictly followed by both parties. Mr. Finch will have water for his own grove on Third Avenue as he needs it ; but agreed not to use water on any days that the City feels that the lines are overtaxed. The City is to notify Mr. Finch of these days at the beginning of the irrigation season. Mr. Finch further agreed that if at any time he is using water and by such usage the lines are over-taxed he will shut down immedi- ately upon being requested to do so by the City. If it is impossible for the City to locate Mr. Finch so that we can make such a request , he has agreed that we should make `the shut down at the time and notify him as soon as possible. Granting of connection to the City Water line by J. J. Andrews on Sapphire Avenue south of Mentone Boulevard was denied. Mr. Finch felt that such a request was not in order or necessary. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS The following Final Subdivision Maps were presented and approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson: Olive Gardens, Tract No. 4069, C.T. Jollie Sehulton Sub, Tract No. 4119, E. bcnolton Hignlana manor Homes, Tract No. 3960, Alder and Hahn MISCELLANEOUS The City Manager at this time requested clarification of the use of Lugonia Park. It was the opinion of the City Attorney that this Park had been purchased by the City with Park Bonds and could be used for Park purposes only. A request which has been brought to the office of Manager Workman for permission by a subdivider to use a storm drain ditch, which had been deeded to the City as a storm drain easement, for the purpose of laying a sewer line to the proposed subdivision be- tween East Cypress, East Palm, Somers, and Roosevelt Road. City Attorney ruled that this would not be permissible. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, salary increases of p26.00 per month , of $50.00 per month, for the City Treasurer, City Clerk,and City Attorney were approved, retroactive to January 16, 1953. Manager Workman at this time read a letter from Chief of Police Slaughter relative to parking meters violations, and suggested that a revision of the present scale of fines should be made. Attorney Wilson was then instructed to amend the Parking Meter Operation ' Ordinance to show a fifty cent ( .50¢) fine for parking violation if paid within twenty- Pout (24) hours after said violation. The fine to be one dollar (1.00) or more after the 24 hour period. Fines to be paid to the Justice Court. ORDINANCE NO. 953 Ordinance No. 953, an ordinance of the City of Redlands creating a five person Ad- visory Tree Committee to assist the City Planning Commission in Trne and Park beautifi- cation, introduced, read in detail for the first time and laid over under the rules. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, Manager Workman and Attorney Wilson were instructed to investigate an interior decorating busi- 171. neas being operated by Mrs. James Lewis from her home on Knoll Road. REPORTS The followingwere reports p presented and ordered filed: Fire Department, Police Department and Poundmaster:,. Park Department for month of March , 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. Noned.further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourp � Attest : 749 HarryWhams, Harry RR.. Whal y City Clerk ' fix . 81 &e Mayor of t City of Redlands, California -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- � jl I^ Redlands, California e'3 April 21, 1953 cotj 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of theCity Council, City pf Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins, ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the list meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS At this time Mr. E.V. Davies of the Thompson Lumber Company petitioned the Council for a variance to the Redlands plumbing Code to permit the moving of a new house from their lumber yard in San Bernardino to Orchard Street , west of Roosevelt Road in the Lytle Subdivision. Building Inspector Phelps recommended the approval of this variance provided the Durham pipe under the house was replaced with cast iron pipe to meet the requirements of the Redlands Code, and on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this requested variance was approved. Police Chief Slaughter presented a petition for an amendment to Ordinance No. 788 said amendment to permit the changing of the age limit for pool-hall patrons to read 16 years instead of 18 years. Upon recommendation of the Police Chief and the City Attorney, Ordinance No. 755, amending Ordinance No. 788, was introduced, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. Councilman Putnam at this time brought up the matter of acquiring two additional II water wells in the Loma Linda area as well as an inquiry as to the stage of completion of the present well. It is the opinion of Councilman Putnam that the present well should be put into operation as soon as possible, that two more wells should be drilled in this area in the very near future and that all three wells should then be put into operation in order that water rights in the big basin may be established. Mayor b'olkins AA I 172 brought out the possibility of both Redlands and Riverside joining the M.W.D. in which event there would probably be no court adjudication. Water Superintendent Ritchie stated that as soon as the new budget was approved he planned to install the pump and sand separator on the existing well ,and put it into operation. Councilman Putnam felt that it was vital that no delay be made in this operation and made a motion which would auth- orize the use of unused funds budgeted to other projects in the water department for the purchase of the pump and separator, also that funds be set aside in the water department budget for 1953-54 to drill two additional wells in the Loma Linda area if needed. This motion was seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, with instruction to Manager Workman to expedite a report on the state of progress on planned schedule. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April 16th, 1953, the following recommendations were made to the Redlands City Council: 1. That the petitioh requesting the City to close and abandon Canon Road be denied until such time as the petitioners provide for an adequate and satisfactory easement for horse trails to Sunset Drive. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was nrproved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elki)950 and carried. 2. On the petition of Kirk A. Sjarring, the Planning Commission amended their ru ommendation of January 30th, 1953, to read : All the property on the west side of "dge Street, excluding the twenty feet on the east side of Ridge t\be dedicated to the City for street purposes. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded \by Councilman Put- :Adm, a nd carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 31 That the request of Frank A. and Stacey M. Berry for permission to change their property lines so that they will have two lots facing Colton Avenue instead of two lots facing on Tribune Street be approved provided the petitioners grant an additional 2' easement on the west side of the property for alley purposes and that an adequate ease- ment for a sewer line be granted so that no building will be constructed over the sewer line. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved, excepting the two foot easement for alley purposes, which the Council did not feel was necessary. -4-.5 That the request of Mr. Ivon £M. Pike for permission tosplit a lot 50' x 136' from the southern portion of his property at 705 West Lugonia Avenue be denied as the lot size did not conform with Ordinance No.950. After Mr. Pike addressed the Council and signified his intention of increasing the 50' width to the required 60' , it was moves by Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, that this split be granted. I/Councilman Anderson left the Council Chambers at 8:10 P.M. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS The following final subdivision maps were presented for approval and on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign these maps pending receipt of proper bond : \-- \ , S 1, 1 3- That the request of Mr. Robert Burton for permission to split a lot 120' x 150' from the southeast corner of his (� property located at 1245 Columbia Street be approved with f no exceptions to the Subdivision Ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and f carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 11 173 Granada Traft No. 3828, E.D. Nickerson Franklin Estates , Tract No. 4125 Valley View Sub. , Tract No. 4117 I Unit No. 1, Tentative Map Tract No. 3846, Brookside Avenue and San Mateo Street , was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Y.M.C.A. , an application to use the Redlands Community Bowl for a pet j parade on April 25, 1955, was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried. From the Y.M.C.A. , an application for a banner to advertise the 'Y' Circus, the banner to be hung the first week in May, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. In connection with the above application for banners, it was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that approval of applications for CD 3 banners and various street displays be left to the discretion of the City Manager, the 1 City Clerk, and the City Electrician, in accordance with policy already established. 1 � I COMMUNICATIONS The following communication were presented and read: From the City of Turlock, a communication suggesting that cities adopt a policy of I opening their Council meeting with a prayer for guidance. From the Controller of the State of California, schedule of estimated apportion- 1 ments to be made from Motor Vehicle License Fee Fund, 1953-1954 From Phoenix Indemnity Company, Policy MS 47836, covering monies and securities. From League of California Cities, bulletin relative to fireman' s sixty-hour bill. II From Redlands Insurance Agent ' s Association, report of Marshall-Stevens appraisal of Ci& property for fire insurance purposes, also Founders Insurance Co. Policy #102074LI London and Lancashire Policy #PCS 858506, and the Home Insurance Company Policy #1637430 , covering the above appraised values. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council it man Van Diest, and carried, this appraisal and the above policies were adopted. 1 UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 953, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, creating a Park Committee to act as an advisory body to the Planning Commission, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote : I Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, and Mayor Folkins. I Noes : None Absent : Councilman Anderson Mayor Folkins requested that names of any prospective members for this committee ' be submitted by the next Council meeting. ORDINANCE NO.952, amending Ordinance No. 932, establishing and regulating time parking in parking meter zones , re-introduced and adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilman Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : Councilman Anderson ISI I 174 ORDINANCE NO. 954, amending Ordinance No. 932, Parking meter operation, was intro- duced, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. NEW BUSINESS At this time Manager Workman presented the name of Mr. Sid Conner for the position of Staff Planner to work with the City Planning Commission and Surveyors Hicks and Manning in preliminary survey and map work relative to the very numerous requests for splits and subdivisions. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van ' Diest , and carried, this appointment of Mr. Conner, with a competent secretary, was approved. DEED: (Sa,j sh . . ae-�J) Fro Anthony Jacinto, a/( need to a ten foot strip of land described as a portion of Lot 52, Block R, Second Prel. Map of Redlands, located on San Mateo Street, for street improvement purposes , was accepted on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried. DEED: -FrFromhe University of Redlands, a deed covering a small parcel of real estate ad- jaeent to the high water tower, being a portion of Lot 13, Section 7, T2 S, R 2 W, San Bernardino Base and Meridian, was accepted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried. The matter of sewer rental rates for the few sewer connections outside the City limits was presented. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van II/ Diest , that the rental charge for sewer connections outside the City be twice the amount charged inside the City, that existing services be allowed, and that no new connections be made without Council action. Motion carried. Mr. J.R. Arnold, Redlands, requested a lease on some of the City Property formerly known as the Boullioun property for pasture purposes. Manager Wobkman was instructed to negotiate with Mr. Arnold. Chief of Police Slaughter requested a ' STOP' signal be approved for West Cypress Avenue at Alvarado and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , this request was approved. BIDS On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids for 4500 feet of 6" pipe for street de- ' partment needs. Manager Workman reported that the bid for lot cleaning had been let to James Leonard for 16.00 per hour for labor and equipment. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this contract was approved,. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Carl Riemuller' s previous offer of some shares of Redlands Heights water stock to the City (approximately 23 shares) at $75.00 per share plus assessment was accepted on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. The petition of various residents in the vicinity of Pacific Street for a street light was presented and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, 175 Manager ' Workman' s recommendation that the City concur with the policy of the Edison Company was approved. A Resolution from the County of Riverside and the City of Riverside urging the Cityl ii of Redlands to support a plea to the State of California that the 8th Region Civil Defense be retained in operation was read by Manager Workman. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Building Department and the Hillside Cemetery for the month of March, 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by theFinance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council II adjourned. /?, '. /. Attest : Harr , R. Whale , ity lerk c p�ir��.;Q, Mayor of e City of Redlands et -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- II Redlands, California May 5, 1953 7 :00 o ' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins; City Clerk Whaley, Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. M.G. Adams addressed the Council on behalf of the Redlands Chamber of Commerce requesting Chamber of Commerce inclusion in the budget of the City for 1953-1954. Mr. Adams asked consideration of the sum of $2500.00 and informed the Council that a formal written request would follow. At this time Mayor Folkins introduced several representives from Redlands High and ; 1 i Junior High Schools, students serving in the capacity of junior councilmen and city officials during annual Youth Week. In attendance were Jane Jacinto, Jerry DeGraaf, Lynn Tolman, and Glen Goins. Manager Workman also introduced Kenneth Vaughn, University of Redlands student, who has been interning in the office of the City Manager and has been making a comprehensive survey of sewage treatment problems. Mrs. Anna Jersey, executrix of the estate of Anna R. Sweet , said estate located on 11 Mill Creek Road, one mile east of Garnet Avenue, Mentone, petitioned the Council for water service to the above property and offered four shares of Bear Valley water in ex- change for a connection to City water for domestic purposes. The Council felt that such an exchange would establish a precedent and open the field to further trading and denied this petition at the present time. i I Pr 176 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redla nds held 16 April, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1 : That t he request of Mr. John DeYoung, on behalf of Jacob and Christine Bolt, for permission to change their property lines making four lots facing east on Summit Avenue instead of three lots facing north on Summit Avenue and three lots facing south on Campbell Avenue be approved provided concrete curbs and 18" concrete gutters are in- stalled, 22" asphaltic concrete paving is installed from present paving to mew gutter, and that the northeast corner of Summit Avenue and the southeast corner of Summit Ave. and Campbell Street be rounded to a minimum of a 25' radius and the planting of trees ont he parkway conforms tothe recommendation of the Park Superintendent. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the proposed tentative map of Tract No. 3636, located on Brookside and Tennessee Street , be approved provided Lots 40, 41, and 42 be re-subdivided to become two lots both facing on he cul-de-sac; that the corner cut-off on Lot 31 be increased to at least a fifty-foot radius and that the northerly lot line be moved an additional ten feet to the north so as to provide more area on Lot 31; that the southerly property line of Lot 54 be made perpendicular to San Mateo Street and extended to the west side of Lot 53, increasing the lot area of Lot 54, and that the statement on the map indica- ting that 10 feet is to be vacated by t he City of Redlands from the easterly side of the street is not a part of this approval. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved, with the further provision that the City agrees to abandon the 10-foot right-of-way on Tennessee Street if the subdivider gives a 64' paving on the San Mateo Street and paves to the curb on Tennessee Street. 3. That the request of Mr. Thomas Lytle for permission to move a new dwelling from San Bernardino to 619 Orchard Drive, Redlands, be approved. On motion of Council- man Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 4. That the request of H.L. and Zelda D. Jakle for permission to split their property located on the south side of Hilton Avenue between Cajon and Garden into two lots be approved provided that a plot plan is furnished to the City Council showing the location of the house on each lot ; plot plan to show house so located to prevent further splitting of the property, providing further that concrete curbs, 18" gutters, 22" as- phaltic concrete pavement to the new gutters be installed and that street trees be planted in the parkway according to the recommendation of the Park Superintendent. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the above re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From Cal Golden, 15742 Arnold Blvd. , Riverside, California, an application to use 1 7 g-t° �` i s -7, 0sSIStS3 the City Hall Auditorium for a square dance on June 19, 1953. This request was approved. From the Vera Lynn School of Dance, San Bernardino, a request for the use of the Redlands Bowl for a dance recital rehearsal on Sunday, June 28th, 1953, was denied as it was the policy of the Council that the Bowl be used for non-secular activities only, on 'I Sundays. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Census, official certificate of popula- tion of the City of Redlands , as returned at the special census. Total population on new tabulation, 20,022. From Secretary of State, Frank M. Jordan, acknowledgement of the new census tab- ulation. il From the Department of Public Works, State of California, acknowledgement of special census returns, and estimating the gas tax revenue to the City for the 1954 fiscal year at §60,060.00. From the business and Professional Women' s-Club of Ontario, an invitation to the City Council and the citizens of Redlands to attend an "Open House" at the Ontario International Airport, May 24, 1953. it From the Redlands Real Estate Board, a copy of a resolution adopted recommending to the City L'ouncil that the 'Green Mansion' be disposed of in a manner to be decided by the City Council. This was referred to Attorney Wilson with instructions to contact the present owners as to the possibility of some disposition being made of what is con- sidered a public nuisance. From the Children' s Welfare Club, Knights of Pythias, a request to license and distribute donation coin boxes in the City of Redlands. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this request was denied, on the basis that it was an out-of-town clinic. From the League of California Cities, a Progress Report on Legislation Affecting it Cities. From Faulkner, Oakes, and Faulkner , a communication relative to the Cemetery Endow- ment Fund. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO.954 An. ordinance of the City of Redla nds amending Ordinance No. 932, operation of parking meters , read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None ORDINANCE NO. 955 An ordinance of the City of Redlands amending ordinance No. 788, lowering the age of patrons permitted in pool halls from 18 years to 16 years providing they have parental consent in writing, read for the second time and adopted by the following vote : I,IAA I 1 7 Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None I BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on 4500 feet of steel pipe for the street department , the following bids were publicly opened a nd declared, and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, were referred II to the City Manager with authorization to recommend and approve : From the Consolidated Western Steel, Southern Pipe and Casing Co. , Triangle Steel and Supply, Pacific Southwest Pipe Company, and Smith Scott Company. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to advertise for bids for a pump and sand separator for the water well being completed in the Loma Linda area. NEW BUSINESS EDISON LEASE A five year lease with the Southern California Edison Company for eighty acres of City owned land to be used for water spreading purposes was presented and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign said agreement on behalf of the City of Redlands. At this time the matter of County collection of City taxes was brought up and after I considerable discussion pro and con, Councilman Anderson moved that this collection of city taxes be turned over to the County. Mayor Folkins seconded the motion. Further discussion followed, withthe motion losing by the following vote : Councilman Anderson and Mayor Folkins votin& 'Yes ' and Councilmen Putnam, Van Diest, and Elkins voting 'No, ' • CITY MANAGER Manager Workman reported the offer of 2Q shares of water stock to the City at $75.00 per share and on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, was authorized to negotiate for this stock, less assessment. Manager Workman presented a request that the sum of $75.00 be allowed as the City' s share of the cost of representation by an expert rate consultant at the Public Utilities Commission hearing on the application of the Southern California Edison Company for a rate increase. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and IIcarried, this request was approved. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by-Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the revised plans for the remodelling of the buildings at Hillside Cemetery, which were a budgeted item for 1953, were approved. Manager Workman stated that he would bring in his recommendations relative to the II qualifications and references of engineers to do a comprehensive survey of the water situation, at a meeting of the City Council to be held Tuesday, May 12, 1953, at 7 :30 PM In connection with this meeting , the City Manager said that he hoped to bring att that time a recommendation in the matter of employing a new Recreational Director to replace Mr. Earl Bandy. 17 On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, a uthorization was granted for the expenditure of approximately $400.00 from the park- ing meter fund for the installation of a small vented room in the Treasurer' s office to be used for the counting and sacking of meter collections. Attorney Wilson presented Resolution No. 733, amending Resolution No. 704, Urban redevelopment, and said resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilman Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None WATER CONTRACT WITH 'OPTION B' On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, Water Contract with Option 'B' , Albert M. Madson and Barbara Madson, and Frank Cole, pledgee, was approved. C:) Jr, , 7 REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed : The City Treasurer, Police_ and Poundmaster, ,F4re Department, Cemetery, and Park Department for the month of April, 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved bythe Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council 1 d adjourned. GRA Attest : Harry R. Wha ey City Clerk Mayor of City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- , Redlands , California ' May 12, 1953 7 :30 P.M. o ' clock By written consent of all members a Special Meeting of the City Council City of Redlands , was held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins , City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman, and City Clerk Whaley. Absent : None A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ' REFUSE COLLECTION A Report and Recommendations covering refuse collections in the City of Redlands ij as prepared by Kenneth Vaughn was presented by Manager Workman for study and consideration by the Council. No action li taken at this time. WATER SURVEY Manager Workman reported that after serious consideration of all proposals received from engineering coneerns covering a complete water survey for the City of Redlands it I S�_1 was his recommendation that the firm of J.R. Lester Boyle be employed to make the re- quired survey. Following a discussion by the Council relative to cost, reliability, ex- p perience, etc . , a motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and unanimously carried, that the engineering firm of J.R. Lester Boyle be employed to make the survey at a cost to the City of $6,000.00. LOMA LINDA WELL REPORT Water Superintendent Claude Ritchie reported that all necessary pipe was on hand and a call for bids covering pump and sand separator for this well had been advertised and sent out. Bids to be opened at the regular meeting of the Council on June 16th, 1953. RECREATION DIRECTOR Manager Workman recommended that Mr. Hartley Hillsen be employed as City Recreation Director on a part time basis at $75.00 per month except during the summer playground' period of June 15th to September 15th., when he would be on full time salary as set up in the budget. The above recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and unanimously carried, An application for the use of the City Hall Auditorium on June 1, 1953, by the Committee on 'Baseball for Boys ' to make a report to parents , at no rental fee , was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins. PARKING LOT Manager Workman reported that a parcel of property lying on the east side of Fifth Street , just north of the Salvation Army building, had been offered the City for pur- chase for off-street parking. This matter was taken under consideration by the Council to be decided on at the next regular meeting, May 19th, 1953. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. • Attest : Harm R. Wha City lerk ei0 4-4 Mayor of he City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California May 19, 1953 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins, City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of theminutes be dispensed w ith and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Horace Hinckley addressed the Council, introducing Mr. Floyd Jones who presentee a brief report on the 1952-1953 program of the Santa Ana River Weather Corporation (rain- making pboject) . Mr. Hinckley asked the City to consider 1953-1954 inclusion in this 18 1. program, requesting the amount of 41500.00 of which approximately 20% is refunded at the close of the season. The Council felt this to be a matter for budget consideration ; and no action was taken at this time. Mr. K. Feenstra requested the Council consider the improvement of Sylvan Boulevard, inthe street department budget for the coming year and was informed that consideration would be given this request in the forth coming budget planning. Mr. Feenstra also asked if it would not be possible to enforce stricter regulations in the matter of dogJ being permitted to roam at will throughout the city. Chief Slaughter stated that the only way the Police Department could handle such complaints was on a disturbance of they peace charge which must be signed by the person making the complaint, He further stated to enforce that his department stood ready any such properly filed complaints. CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION PETER W. BINK , Sr. 0 2 At this time Mayor Folkins , on behalf of the Council and the City of ledlands , presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Mr. Peter W. Burk, Sr. , who is retiring June 1, 1953, after forty years of faithful and loyal service to the City. Mr. Burk ' s I� service has been entirely with the Water Department of which he has been Superintendent ' for the past six years. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held May 14, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to theCity Council : 1. That the proposed tentative map of Tract No. 4191 J. J. Gilmore, located at Grove and Terrace Streets be approved provided that all lots throughout be made approx- I imately 85' x 85 ' , with future street to be a 60' street; all other requirements to be met according to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, the above recommendation was approved with the I further provision that Terrace Street be paved to the center line for the length of the subdivision. 2. That the Planning Commission does consider Sylvan Boulevard from Church Street to Sylvan Park as a major entrance to Sylvan Park and thereby recommends that a 25 foot ' setback is maintained on the south side of Sylvan Boulevard, as provided under Ordinance No. 904, Section 2, Paragraph 10. In this connection Manager Workman read the the Counf'I cil a letter from Allen B. Steimle , in which he -protests the proposed 25 foot setback and offers theCity two lots on Sylvan Boulevard,at a price of 42500.00 for the two par- ij cels , in the event the City might find them desirable for future Park expansion program! On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this matter of setback lines and the purchase of these lots was tabled pending further survey and recommendation. 3. That the reqiest of Mason W. Bailey and Ida A. Bailey for permission to split I their property located on the north side of Cypress Avenue, east of Highway 99 and west of Roosevelt Road, in order to create a lot sized piece of property for a buildin_ loan, i rather than involve the full 3. 5 acres , be approved with no exceptions. On motion of IA I 182 Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the above recommenda- tion of the Planning Commission was approved. 4. That the request of A. Perry Hatcher for permission to split property located on the north side of Brockton Avenue , approximately 150 feet east of Grove Street, be approved, the only exception being the exclusion of sidewalks and with the provision that a 25 foot setback be maintained on future streets of undeveloped property north of the split as shown on the owners map. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That the request of the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company for permission to split property located on the northwest corner of Highway 99 and Sixth Street in order to erect a service station and retail store building be approved with the provision that the old building be demolished beyond the west property line so there will be a clearance of ten feet between the old building and the new structure and that all other require- ments be met according to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. �$y Vim ' i8'Q0` APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS 041 9 An application for the use of the Redlands Bowl by the Redlands Music Teachers Association on June 10, 1953, for the purpose of awarding certificates to music students was anproved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carri d, with a minimum charge of $ 13.00. From the students of the Redlands High and Junior High Schools, a petition signed by 192 students requesting the City to establish a 'Fishing Lake ' similar tot he one maintained by the City of San Bernardino as a part of the Recreation Program of the community. The Council agreed to take this under advisement with the Park Department and suggested that the Youth Committee come to a Council meeting and explain the program in detail. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From Stewart Hinckley, Assemblyman, California State Legislature, relative to Civil Defense Program. From Associated Student Body, Redlands High School , expressing appreciation for the opportunity given students to serve as junior city officers during annual Youth Week. UNFINISHED BUSINESS At this time the matter of the possible acquisition of a piece of property for parking lot purposes, said property located on the east side of Fifth Street., north of the Salvation Army building, and offered for sale to the City by the Redlands Orange ' Growers Association, was brought up and discussed in detail. Councilman Anderson, because of his membership on the Board of the R.O.G.A. , left the Council Chambers during this discussion. Manager Workman stated that while all possible parking lot sites should be considered carefully, he felt that this location was a secondary one and that such a purchase at this time would deplete the parking lot fund, leaving inadequate funds for 183 more desirable locations if and when available. Councilman Elkins concurred in this opinion and moved that this offer be declined. Motion seconded by Councilman Putnam II and carried. It was suggested by Mayor Folkins that Planning Consultant Eisner study possible parking lot locations and submit recommendations. Manager Workman asked the wish of the Council in the matter of fire and theft insurance on city cars, trucks , and fire equipment. Councilman Elkins felt that there II would be no advantage in self-assurance at the quoted premium of 4190. 41 per year. Councilman Putnam was of the opinion that a certain fund should be set aside for the purpose of self-assurance at some later time. It was decided to t .ke no action in this matter until the end of the fiscal year. Manager Workman reported triat the bid of the Southern Pipe and Casing Company to furnish 4500 feet of 6" steel pipe for water department needs was found to be the lowest' and best bid and was accepted by the Purchasing Department as authorized by the Council. )1 NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 956, an ordinance of the City of Redlands declaring the following et streets to be boulevard "STOP" streets , introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules : Olive Street at Center Street, Grove Street at East Central Avenue , and West Cypress Avenue at Alvarado Street . IORDINANCE NO. 957 , an ordinance of the City of Redlands making The Terrace a one- it way street from Orange Street east to Alta Street , introduced, read in detail, and laid 11 over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 952,amending Ordinance No. 932, Parking Lot Operation, re-introduced and adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Elkins, Putnam, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None Absent : None Attorney Wilson reported that the matter of acquisition of right-of-way land by the Division of Highways of City owned property was reaching the stage of definite negotiations and was instructed bythe Council to proceed as outlined and bring in a complete report when ready. IIOn motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , a deed for an ease- lment for water lines across Victoria Farms Unit No. 2 was accepted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson, and Mayor Folkins . Noes : None II Absent : None Manager Workman announced there would be a San Bernardino County Taxpayers meeting Thursday, May 21, 1953, at the California Hotel in San Bernardino at which a proposed amendment relative to sales-tax would be discussed. Councilman Elkins, Treasurer Godshak1 and Manager Workman will represent the City at this meeting. Manager Workman asked clarification of zoning laws as pertaining to the numerous .,I r 184 multiple dwelling units now in existance in First Residential Zones, particularly in the University District. It was suggested by Councilman Anderson that this problem be refer- red to Mr. Eisner, with a possible change in the present zoning ordinance to permit ' multiple dwellings in this district. Councilman Van Diest requested permission to be absent from the continental limits of the United States for the month of June , 1953, and this request was granted on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, Councilman Anderson requested permission to be absent from the continental limits of the United States from the last of June until the last of August, 1953. This request was approvedon motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. Manager Workman reported that the boys guilty of starting the many palm tree fires recently have been brought in and action taken as needed. REPORT From the Building Department for the month of April, 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, Council adjourned. Attest ; arry R. ohal y City Clerk Mayor of e City of Redlands ' -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- // Redlands, California June 2, 1953 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins , Anderson, and Mayor Folkins; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. E.R. Hales addressed the Council on behalf of the 20-30 Club with a request to close Cajon Street on the west side of the Triangle from 7 :00 A.M. to 11: 00 A.M. , Saturday , June 13, 1953, in order to hold a benefit breakfast, all proceeds to go to the 'Baseball for Boys ' fund. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this request was approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held May 28th, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the matter of a zoning variance for a proposed elimentary school on the north side of Redlands, located on the northwest corner of Occidental Drive and East Brockton Avenue, be denied for the reason that the proposed site does not conform with 185 future planning. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. Chairman E. R. Hales of the Planning Commission detailed the factors taken into consideration by the Commission in deciding against this location, stating that the overall picture was care- fully reviewed in making this decision. 2. That the revised tentative map of Tract No. 4187 , north of Colton Avenue and I/ east of an extension of Tennessee Street, Wilson and Ftlelds, owners , be approved with the recommendation, if it is possible without losingfany lots in the subdivision, that I a 28 foot frontage street bq established along Colton Avenue instead of the alley north i; of Lots 1, 2, 39, and 40. It was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, kind carried, that this map be re-submitted to the Planning Commission withthe suggestion that all lots be plotted to face the new street. 3. That the request of Henry J. Wilson for a lot split located on the south side of Crescent Avenue, south of Culvert Street, be approved with no exceptions to the Sub- 1 y; division Ordinance except requirements for sidewalks and that the owner dedicate four feet on the east side of the loOxtending from Crescent to the rear lot line, ( a dis- tance ;I of approximately 140 feet) for street purposes. Curbs and gutters were not re- commended for the east side of the lot. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was appro.ved. Phil Lukei voiced a protest on the requirementfor curbs and gutters on Cres- cent Avenue when the balance of the street is without this improvement , but it was the feeling of the Council that the policy requiring curbs and gutters for all splits should be adhered to. 4. That the revised tentative map of Tract 4205, Braelner Homes Subdivision, lo- cated north of Brookside Avenue, east of an extension of Center Street, north to State Street, be approved provided the subdivider obtain from adjoining property a dedication of 40 feet for street purposes, said 40 feet to complete an 80 foot right-of-wat for an extension of Center Street from Brookside Avenue to State Street , provided further that the subdivider pave 40 feet from curbs and gutters on the east side of Center street from south property line of subdivision to State Street. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman ' Elkins and carried, with the further exception that the long alley be delated from the map. it 5. That the request of Mr. K.N. Matthews for permission to split two lots from his property located on the south side of West Fern Avenue between 1015 W. Fern Avenue and 1049 West Fern Avenue be approved with no exception to the Subdivision Ordinance provided that Lot No. 2 be increased in depth to 130 feet to provide uniform rear lot lines. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried unanimously. 6. That a 20 foot building setback on La Loma Drive and a 25 foot setback on Carob Street be established because of the topography of the land. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Council man Elkins, and carried. Fr 186 APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the State Board of Equalization, notice of an application for an 'On Sale Beer' license by the Wissahickon Inn. In connection with this application, a petition with 54 signatures protesting the issuance of such a license was read. Chief of Police Slaughter reported t hat a check in the neighborhood showed a majority of residentsin disapproval. In view of these protests, it was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, that the Council file a protest against the issu- ance of this license, with Attorney Wilson instructed to draw up said protest and notify the proper authorities. From Mrs. John Pike, on behalf of the Junior Associates of the Redlands Bowl, ask- ing that Saturday, June 27, 1953, be designated as 'Bowl Day' , also that their street banner be hung that day. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkin%, and carried, this application was approved. b 0/153 From the Redlands Community Music Association, a request for the use of the Redlands Bowl for dance rehearsals on June 4th and 5th at 3:00 P.M. and on June 6th at 9:00 A.M. was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. From students of the Redlands Junior and Senior High Schools, a second petition asking the City to establish a Fishing Lake for Recreation Program purposes. In connec- tion with this petition, Manager Workman reported that a tentative survey showed that such a project completed quickly would cost an estimated $15,000.00 to $20,000.00 but ' that planned as a long range project could be done much more economically. Councilman Anderson suggested that Engineer Boyle be asked for an opinion at the time he conducts the water survey for the City. From the Junior Cha;ber of Commerce, a communication endorsing the above project. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the DeLaval Turbine Pacific Company, declining to bid on a pump for the Loma Linda Well. From the Redlands Horticultural Society, appreciation for assistance of Park Super- intendent Staniforth and the Park Department in staging the annual Spring Flower Show. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 956, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, designating certain streets as 'Boulevards' and requiring that all vehicles shall be stopped before entering or crossing said Boulevards and creating certain intersections as 'STOP' inter- sections, read in' det•ail for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote :' Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None ORDINANCE NO. 957 , an Ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, designating a portion of the street known as 'The Terrace' inthe City of Redlands as a one way street, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote: Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None tlal 4 Attorney Wilson presented the matter of the Division of Highways adquiring city property in Roosevelt Canyon , near the Reservoir, stating the negotiations between the City and the Department of Public Works , Division of Highways (VII-SBd-26 - Rld - VIII 4902 - B.C) had been pending for a year. He explained the status of the recent negotia- tions with the said state department and with the West Redlands Water Company, and said he believed that the whole matter was in a condition to be finally settled and approved by the City Council and that it would be proper for the City to take final action and I! approve all of the documents relative to the closing of the entire matter. it A discussion on this matter was then held by the members of the City Council, and I! after due deliberation formal resolutions were adopted, each passing by the unanimous vote of the council members present , relative to the complete consummation of the trans- action, as follows : Resolution No. 735 Approving and Authorizing the City and the proper City Officials to Execute of Right :`t g Way Contract, #4902-B.C. Resolution No. 736 Approving and Authorizing the City and the proper City Officials to Execute GRANT DEED #4902-B.C . Resolution No. 737 Approving and Authorizing the City !i and the proper City Officials to Execute QUIT CLAIM DEED #4912 Resolution No. 738 - Approving and Authorizing the City it and the proper City Officials to Execute SUPPLEMENTAL FREEWAY AGREEMENT with the Department og Public Works, Division of Highways, (No. VIII, SBD 26 - Rid) Resolution No. 739 Approving and Authorizing the City and the proper City Officials to Execute SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT, relative to the February 24th, 1916 Agreement between the City and the West Redlands Water Company. CITY MANAGER City Manager Workman presented for Council approval a contract with J.R. Lester Boyle, Boyle Engineering Company, for a comprehensive water survey to be made for the City of Redlands. Some discussion followed on this , with several inclusions desired by the Council. It was then moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, that the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign this contract on behalf of the City, with changes as recommended. Manager Workman reported that Chief of Police Slaughter was recommending that if and when the proposed sawmill was established between Church and Orange Streets , north of the City Limits, all heavy logging traffic be routed west on Lugonia and north on Orange Street. NEW BUSINESS On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , a contract with the County Department of Agriculture for the enforcement of the Orchard Heater Control Ij Ordinance was renewed for the year 1953-1954. Motion carried unanimously. From the United States Guarantee Company, A.B.C . System Forgery Policy #92627, covering checks and drafts, 4/15/53 to 4/15/55, presented and accepted. it (I I 188 On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, a Gant of Easement for the Southern California Edison Company was approved. 1 Mayor Folkins presented for Council opinion the suggestion of prefacing the Council meetings with a short prayer and/or flag salute. The Council concurred with this sug- gestion and the City Clerk was directed to contact the Council of Churches relative to a representive clergyman from all religious denominations attending in rotation. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: Audit Report for the Fiscal Year 1951-1952, Progress Report from League of Calif- ornia Cities. Treasurer' s report, Police Department and Poundmaster, and the Building Inspector' s report for the month of May, 1953 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. i Attest : Harr . R. Wh: le , ity Clerk 2 �p ffi or of the; City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands,California June 16, 1953 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins, Attorney Wilson City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Van Diest The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag, followed by the invocation by the Reverand C .L. Allen of the Four Square Gospel Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the mihutes of the last meeting, that the reading or the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for a pump and sand separa- tor for the Loma Linda well, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: Johnson Pump Company, Layne Bowler Corporation, Wintroath Pumps, Inc. , H.W. Turley, L. J;` Coughlin and Sons , and the Coe Machine Works. (See bid file for prices. ) On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, these bids were re- ferred to the purchasing department and the City Manager for study and recommendation. Sand separator bids : Howard McCurdy and the Consolidated Western Steel. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, these bids were also referred to the purchasing department and the City Manager for study and recommendation. 189 Moving and remodeling of office building at Hillside Cemetery: From George ' hatto,c a bid of $7,725.15. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this was referred to the City Manager for study. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held June I 11th, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. That the revised Tentative Map of Tract No. 4187, Wilson and Fields , located I, north of Colton Avenue and east of an extension of Tennessee Street , be aooroved with the following provisions : That lots 1 and 40 driveways be placed on future streets; no I driveways permitted on Colton Avenue, and that sewers be installed, with no exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the revised Tentative Map of Tract No. 4202, located south of Crescent Avei. yrs between Center and Pacific Streets, William D. Pettis, be approved with t he following provisions : That the entrance tothe future street from Center Street be widened, using the same width and same radius for curbs as the entrance from Pacific Street as shown on map, and no exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Putnam,; seconded by "ouncilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That a requested zoning variance for remodeling of the old Putnam Store on the iI southwest corner of Division and Stillman, said building to be used as two additional classrooms by the Franklin School, be approved. This recommendation of the Planning Commtsion was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. 9' 4. That the requested zoning variance on portions of Tract No. 4205, Braemer Homes from First Residential Zone to Second Residential Zone, be approved as submitted, with the following provisions : Ttiat one single family residential lot be provided facing Texas Street across the street from lot No.1, east edge of said lot to abut west prop- erty line of existing lot on the east . said lot to have a minimum size of 801 x 1001 , this lot to be excluded from the variance. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That the request of Mr. Joseph Karvelis for reconsideration of the requirements as approved on Final Map Tract No. 3881 be approved and the following agreement accepted � I "I agree to deed to the City of Redlands a 10 foot strip along lots 1,2,3,4, and 5 of Tract No. 3881 for street widening purposes. I agree further to put in a four foot side- walk in the 10 foot strip given the City, if and when the City of Redlands widens San Mateo to an 80 foot width, and pave between Olive Avenue and Fern Avenue, said widening and paving to be at no expense to property owners of lots 1,2,3,4, and 5 of Tract No. 3881; Above- agre-ement tobrel'eas'e• me Trom the bond which' I' how have with the City of Redlands for the guarantee of sidewalks on lots 1,2,3,4, and 5 of Tract No. 3881. " Signed: , "Joseph Karvelis. " The recommendation of the Planning Commission was that this agreement I 190 Ov be accepted with the foiling addition: " I shall rebuild at my own expense the concrete driveway approach to my home at 218 San Mateo Street, to conform with standard line and grade prescribed by the City Engineer; this work to be completed during or prior to the II widening of San Mateo Street. This agreement is to be binding on my heirs or assignees on all or part of Tract No. 3881. " On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 6. That the request of Mr. H.L. Jakle for reconsideration of requirements on an IIapproved lot split for curbs and gutters be denied. On motion of Councilman Putnam, s seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Plannin• Commission was approved. 7. That the proposed Tentative Map Tract No. 4222, located south of Brockton Avenue between Grove and Judson Streets, Homer Crutchfield, be approved with the following pro- visions : Construct curbs , gutters, and sidewalks and plant trees on east side of Grove ySteeet, and pave to 161 feet west of center line of street, west edge of paving rolled r up to form temporary curb; said paving to be installed according to grade and specifi- cations of the City Engineer, and to conform with the paving now installed on Grove Street from Colton Avenue to the edge of this subdivision. On Judson Street, curbs, gutters, sidewalks and plant trees in parkway, and extend pavement on Judson Street to gutters. No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was I approved. 8. That the request of Mr. Fred Arth for permission to split property located be- tween Mariposa Drive and Poppy Road be approved provided paving is installed from gutter to present paving along Mariposa Drive. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was mproved. 9. That the request of Mrs. Hugh Montgomery for permission to split property lo- cated at the southeast corner of Highland Avenue and Ramona (California) Street be approved provided sidewalks are installed on Highland Avenue and a 15 foot side setback be main- tained on future street as shown on map. It was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, ans carried, that this recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved. I 10. That the request of Leslie M. Robbins for permission to split property located on Ash Street between Fern Avenue and Toyon Avenue be approved provided that trees corresponding to ones already planted to the north and the sou& of the property be planted in the parkway. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and , carried, this recommenation of the Planning Commission was approved. 11. That the request of Ruth T. Davis for permission to split property located on the south side of Olive Avenue approximately 135 feet west of Bellevue Avenue, between Belle- vue Avenue and TerraCina Blvd. , be approved provided curbs and gutters are installed on Olive Avenue and pavement extended to the gutters. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. Lill COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the City of Colton, copy of a communication to the Colton Exchange Club re- lative to the use of Courtesy Envelope in operation of parking meters. From All City Employees' Association, Los Angeles, letter of appreciation for courtesy extended byt he City and the Park Department at picnic held in Sylvan Park. From Anna L. Garth, President W.C.T.U. , letter congratulating Council on negative I� vote in the matter of recent application of Wissahickon Inn for beer license. From International City Managers ' Association, invitation to City for City Mena- i ger to attend 39th Annual Conference to be held in Los Angeles September 20-24, 1953. I From State Board of Equalization, notification of an "On Sale Beer " license to Beverley Johnson Breier on- Highway 99, 42 miles east of Redlands. From Robert L. Morlan, Associate Professor of Government, University of Redlands , C7 )0 letter of appreciation for cooperation of the City of Redlands in recent internship 1; program of Kenneth Vaughan. OLD BUSINESS Ordinance No. 956, an ordinance of the City of Redlands designating certain streets as boulevards and creating certain intersections as ' STOP' intersections, read again, and re-adopted with the addition of two more 'STOPS' , one at Hilton and Garden and the other stopping Roosevelt Road at East Cypress Agenue, by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : Councilman Van Diest NEW BUSINESS At this time the Master Budget for the City of Redlands for 1953-1954 was presented for Council approval and adopted as presented on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Motion carried unanimously. In this connection, the City Clerk and the City Attorney were instructed to Pre- pare and submit an ordinance fixing the rate and levying the property tax at 41.70 for the year 1953-1954. Manager Workman presented for approval a revised contract for the services of Charles L. Foulke a s City Engineer on a full time basis, effective June 16th, 1953, and ending July 31, 1954. This contrast was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. An Agreement between the City of Redlands and the County of San Bernardino Health Department for enforcement of all ordinances and laws pertaining to public health and sanitation, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Manager Workman presented the matter of a claim for damages asked by the Crystal Springs Water Company from the City of Redlands. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this claim was denied. IAl I 109 APPOINTMENTS On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the following appointments as an Advisory Tree Committee to work on cooperation with the Park Department were approved: Mr. William C. Collett One year term Allen C. Dangermond Two year term Mrs. Paul R. Jennings Three year term Mr, M.C. Cabral Four year term Mr. Paul F. Allen Five year term FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP Final Map Tract 4094. Orange Grove Terrace , Unit No. 1, was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, approval contingent on posting of proper bond. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman reported that Mr. I.H. Ford will, in July, have served continuously on the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands for twenty-five years and in recog- nition of this faithful service to the community it was moved by Councilman Anderson, and seconded by Councilman Elkins that a congratulatory resolution be prepared and pre- sented by Mayor Folkins at the next meeting of the Planning Commission July 2 , 1953. The City Manager reported that the number of out-of-town people using the City Dump was creating a problem and recommended posting the entrance to the dump and instructing the caretaker to screen in so far as possible, the users. The Council approved t he posting as recommended. CALL FOR BIDS On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the City Clerk was instructed to call for bids for the trenching, laying, and back filling of the pipe line to the Loma Linda Well. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: Fire Department and Park Department for the month of May, 1953 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : y R. Wha ey City Clerk 84 Mayor o the City of Redlands 193 ----- - -- - - Redlands, California July 7, 1953 7:00 o'clock PM �I A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting, with the Council sitting as a Board of Equalization. Notice of the Board of Equalization meeting not having been properly advertised, the Council will II again meet as a Board of Equalization at the next regular meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, and Mayor Folkins; Attorney Wilson ' City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper Absent : Councilman Anderson Te meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag. The invocation was to have been asked by the Reverend William H. Bell but due to a misunderstanding in time and the late arrival of Mr. Bell, this was omitted. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record oP the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading ofDi II, the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. VI ORAL PETITIONS j3 . 15101- S 1 Q31` 11 Manager Workman presented a petition on behalf of Mr. John Pike of the Redlands Community Music Association, requesting that the budget of the Park Department be in- creased in order to provide extra help as needed due to the increased use of the Bowl for rehearsals. As the use of the Bowl this year by the Association is approximately double that of last season, upon which use the budget allocation for the season of 1953 was based, on motion oc Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried authorization was given to expend $200.00 from the contingency fund to defray added ex- penses, this sum in addition to the amount already budgeted. Mr. Frank Gilbert, Redlands Chamber of Commerce, on behalf of the Merchants Divi- sion, requested permission to hang 3" x 5" signs on the light standards in the downtown area, also to hang street banners, all advertising Redlands Dollar, Days, 8/13/53 to, 8/15/53. Permission was granted, with details to be worked out with the City Manager, II on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Motion carried. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands, held July 2nd, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. That revised tentative map Tract No. 4225, University of Redlands, owner, be approved with the following provisions : That drainage easement south of lot No. 2 be improved to City Engineer' s specifications ; that all streets be 60' wide except the short street to the south of lots No. 42 and 43, 44 and 45, this street to be 50' wide, with the turn-around to have a 40' paved roadway radius ; turn-around to be provided for two dead end streets on the east side of the subdivision between lots 16 and 17, 12 and 13; street to be widened at the corner of lot No. 40 making a radius of approximately 70 feet on the corner; side walks excluded and no exceptions to the subdivision or- dinance. II However, the Commission wished to note to the Council the problem of pro- viding additional water service to these homes and on motion of Councilman Putnam, AA I 1 9 seconded by Councilman Val Diest, this recommendation was tabled until additional in- formation can be obtained relative to the cost of a booster for the Sunset reservoir, as well as the necessary equipment to furnish water to this tract. Motion carried. 2. That .the request of Mr. J.M. Soares for permission to split property located on the north side of West Palm Avenue at Monterey Street, between San Mateo and Center Streets, be approved with no exceptions, or provisions. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried. 3. That the request of Mr. George B. Nash for permission to split property located on the south side of West Cypress Avenue at the intersection of Terracina Blvd. and Cypress Avenue be approved with following provisions : That a 50' strip on the south side of Cypress Avenue be deeded to the City for the future widening of Cypress Avenue, said 50' strip from the northerly side of lot No. 5 (described as : Plat of a part of Section 4, T 2 S, R 3 W, south of Cypress Avenue extended southwesterly lot No. 5) , extending westerly 300' from the east property line of lot No. 5 to the westerly line of the requested split. Mr. Nash at this time asked the Council to reconsider the re- quirements of the Planning Commission that a 50' strip be deeded to the City, pointing out that to take a 50' strip from the south side of Cypress Avenue would destroy many beautiful old trees which are valuable assets to a building site. Mr. Robert Bruckart and Mr. Hawkins also protested this Planning Commission provision. On motion of Coun- cilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this request was referred back to the Planning Commission for review and reconsideration. That the request of Mr. Lane W. Crossley for permission to split property located on the southwest corner of Crescent Avenue and Center Street be approved with the following provisions:. Concrete grout in balance of unfilled gutters along Crescent Ave. , replace curb on Center Street unless it is to be used as a driveway to Parcel "C", said improvements to be to City Engineer' s specifications; re-align easterly line of Parcel "A" to give 160' depth between Center Street and Parcel "A", sidewalks to be excluded. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Panning Commission was approved. That the request of Mr. Gus Deshler for permission to split property located on the southwest corner of Morrison Street and Crescent Avenue be approved with the follow- ing provisions : That lot lines be adjusted to give 93' frontage for lots A, B, and C; Lot D to have 93.89' frontage; deed to the City of Redlands 30' from the east side of Lot D for future extension of Morrison Street and 30' from north side of lots A, B, C and D fqr widening of Crescent Avenue; concrete curbs and gutters on Crescent Avenue and Morrison Street; pave to the center line of Crescent Avenue; improvements to be made to City Engineer' s line, grade and specifications; sidewalks to be excluded with no other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 195 - 42 376. That the proposed tentative map Tract No. 43€'9 located north of Elizabeth Street between Garden Street and Franklin Avenue, H.L. Lapides, owner, be approved, specific approval given for Unit No. 1 with the following provisions : Exclude from Unit 1, lot 1; lot 1 to be made a part of Unit No. 2; that the subdivider negotiate it with the owner of property between lots 2 and 3 to ts.ell property to said owner to straighten the south property line of lot 2; that the driveway between lots 5 and 6 be closed; that all driveways on Garden Street across drain be constructed to speci- fications of the City Engineer; that a 35' setback be established on Garden Street ; that barn in future street be demolished and future street be constructed to north edgell of lots 12 and 13; that 12' be deeded to the City of Redlands on the north side of Elizabeth Street from Garden Street to Franklin. Avenue; that the drainage ditch to be moved west approximately 50' at lot 36 and extended on a line south to the concrete culvert across Elizabeth Street and extended north to meet ditch at 10t 34; lot lines i7 to be adjusted to give two lots for lot 4. On Elizabeth Street ; curbs and gutters and paving extended to gutters. On Franklin Avenue; curbs and gutters and paving extended to gutters. On South:Averiue; . curbs and gutters and pave to center line north of lot 22; street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer; that house on lot 37 either be demolished or street lines be adjusted to provide a 25 ' set- back; that the subdivider Consult with the Building Inspector and City Engineer before excavating for building sites; sidewalks to be excluded and no exceptions to the sub- division ordinance. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 7. That tentative map Tract No. 3290, formerly Bledsoe Subdivision, located east I of City pumping plant, south border old highway 99, between Highway 99 and DAisy Avenuell Abner J, Moss, owner, be approved. There is no change requested in the layout of this I. subdivision, but Mr. Moss requested approval of the Planning Commission to proceed with this subdivision in four separate units as shown on map. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. .j 8. That the request of the Redlands Elementary School District for permission to move one building, from the Crafton School to the Lincoln School and one building from the Kings bury School to the Junior High School be approved. On motion of Councilman • Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this request was approved. At this time the matter of exclusion from new boundaries of property from Second Street to the center of Third Street in the Preliminary Redevelopment Map was discussed in some detail and it was the opinion of the Council that a conference should be held with members of the City Council, the Planning Commission and the Redevelopment Agency II attending, in order to clarify the matter of boundary lines. Conference tentatively set for after August 1st, 1953, when Mr. Eisner, Planning Consultant, will return. as 195 APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS ��,� i8- '1434 1I1I An application for the use of the Redlands Bowl by the First Church of Christ, Scientist, for a lecture on August 24,1953, was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, with a rental fee of $30.00. Motion carried. r 196 ,qe a� Vr An application for use of the Redlands Bowl by the Christian Business Mens ' Com- mittee for a "Youth for Christ" rally on August 29, 1953, was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Clerk Whaley was directed to set ' the rental fee contingent upon use of services. Motion carried. From the Redlands School District, an application requesting consideration be given to the closing of Washington Street between Lugonia Park and the Lugonia School between 8:30 AM and 3:00 PM. The school district feels that the planted area in the center of this portion of the street creates a hazard to drivers and pedestrians. This application was denied on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, with the recommendation that low planting be made in this island area of Washington St. l subject to approval of the Park Superintendent. Motion carried. A request from the Redlands School District relative to the maintenance of Lug- onia Park was presented by Manager Workman. In this application the school district ask the City to agree to the removal of the present sprinkling system and in turn that the City furnish water for lawns. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, that the City agree to remove the sprinklers as requested, with the school to maintain the grass and pay water bills as long as Lugonia, Park is used as a school playground. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From the Santa Ana River Weather Corporation, a communication relative to the City's participation in the 1953-1954 program of cloud-seeding. It was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the City indicate their wish to continue to support this program to the extent of #1200.00 as the City' s share, and that such a letter be directed to the secretary of the above corporation, Motion carried. From the Democratic Central Committee relative to the Cunningham Taxpayers' 'r . Association Bill/ From the State Controller, apportionment of Motor Vehicle License Fee Fund for the period December 1, 1952, through May 31,1953. OLD BUSINESS From the Peerless Casuality Company, Bond #169212, a Faithful Performance Blanket Bond covering all Officials, Deputies and Employees of the City of Redlands, presented and accepted on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. From the State Compensation Insurance Fund, Policy No. B-89367-53, Workman' s Com- pensation Policy, was presented for renewal. This policy was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. Motion carried. Ordinance No.958, an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate and levying the property tax for the fiscal year 1953-1954, presented, read in detail for the first-time and laid over under the rules. ResolutionCuj1.6jela resolution adjusting the present disposal rates upwards approxi- mately 20% .was presentedland approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded"by Councilman Elkins , and carried. This proposed rate increase is expected to bring in 197 added revenue in the approximate amount of $8,000.00 annually, which would permit this department to operate without a deficit. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the awarding of bids for a pump and a sand separator for the Loma Linda Well, the following bids, being deemed lowest and best for the needs of the City of Redlands, were accepted on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins : Pump bid to the Coe Machine Works, San Bernardino $13,111.88 Sand Separator bid-to Consolidated Western Steel 3,525.00 On motion of Councilman ,Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, the bid of George Shatto forthe remodeling of the office at the Hillside Cemetery was re- jected as being unsuitable to the needs of the City. At this time Manager Workman requested and on motion of Councilman Putnam, see- n onded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, was granted permission to have the City Clerk advertise for bids for the following material and equipment required by the City (all •-r cx budgeted items) : For the laying of approximately 107000 feet sewer line on San Bernardino Avenue from Orange Street to the outfall lines; Bid date August 4, 1953 For 1400.E et 5' steel chain link fence for Hillside Cemetery; Bid date August 4th, 1953 For ten pieces of automotive equipment, (pick-ips, trucks, sedan and coupe) ; Bid dates on this equipment left open at this time. NEW BUSINESS Memorandum of Agreement for expenditure of gas tax allocation for major city streets was presented for approval and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign this agree- #/0° ment and resolution on behalf of the City of Redlands. Motion carried. Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to transfer unbudgeted general funds to the sewer project fund on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Motion carried. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Leon Lapides presented a claim for $26.00 as the value of a bathing suit be- longing to Mrs. Lapides which was ruined by contact with chlorinating solution at the Sylvan Plunge. Onnmotion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councibman Van Diest, and carried, this claim was allowed. Mr. B.D. Austin requested cancelation of his lease on a city-owned building at Texas and Colton as of July 4th, 1953. This request was approved on motion of Council- i1 man Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Fire Department, Park Department , Police and Poundmaster, Building Inspe r tor and the City Treasurer, also the report of the Building Department for the Fiscal it year 1952-1953. I 198 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee . No further business demanding attention at this time . on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : "Hairy R. Wha ey City Clerk ', //69—ti-a, Mayor e City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California ' July 21, 1953 7 :00 o t clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins , and Mayor Folkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Anderson The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag, followed by the E. invocation by Reverand Father John Cadden of the Sacred Heart Church. The Mayor announced that the Council was now sitting as a Board of Equalization and were ready to hear any protests relative to property assessments. No protests being forthcoming, Mayor Folkins announced that the meeting as a Board of Equalization was closed and the regular meeting was open for business. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having- previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the read:.,:g of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Dr. Charles E. Irvint addressed the Council relative to the possible purchase of a parcel of City-owned property on the southwest corner of Highway 99 and Texas Street. Dr. Irvin gave a brief outline of his proposed plan for the erection of a small animal hospital and at this time only desired tentative approval of the Council before pro- ceeding with his request for a zoning variance and the plan preparation to be brought to the Planning Commission. The Council voiced no objection to this request made by Dr. Irvin. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the installation of a water line to the Loma Linda well, Lugonia Avenue and Curtis Lane, Redlands, Calif- ornia, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: (See bid file for prices. Service Pipe Line Construction Company, Long Beach, California Ace Pipe Line Construction Company, Pomona, California Weardco Construction Company, San Bernardino, California C .O. Brand, General Contractor, Riverside, California Pacific Pipeline Construction Company, Montebello, California T .J. Coughlin and Sons, San Bernardino, California Coast Wide Pipe Line Company, Los Angeles, CaliTZTEia As it was the wish of the Council that this work be started as soon as possible, Water Superintendent Ritchie and Attorney Wilson checked these bids immediately and returned their recommendation that the bid of the Service Pipe Line Construction Ii 199 Company in the amount of S8,894.76, being the lowest and best bid, be accepted. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this bid of the Service Pipe Line Construction Company was approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held July 16, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Henry Romo for permission to split property located at the i northwest corner of Monterey Street and Carob Street be approved as follows : Split lots 33, 34, 35, 36, 39 and 40 into three lots to be designated as parcels A, B, and C , side- walks to be excluded and no exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. In connection with this request Mr. Romo presented a petition for the closing of the alley between Carob ,Street Street and Monterey Street, portion of Crescent Heights Tract No. 1982 , approval of which petition was recommended by the Planning Commission provided adequate easements are provided for existing utilities. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Coun- a oilman Van Diest , and carried, these recommendations of the Planning Commission were approved. Resolution No. 741 authorizing the closing of this alley was presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : Councilman Anderson. Public hearing to change from Zone E or First Residential to Zone C or i9 Second Residential, the following properties within these boundaries : West boundary - Highway 99; North boundary - extension of Home Place; I % East boundary - a line parallel with Roosevelt Road 120 feet west of Roosevelt Road; South boundary - Cypress Avenue from Highway 99 east to the t storm drain, (330 feet east of Highway 99) , thence north along storm drain 120 feet , thence east to intersection of line 120 feet west of Roosevelt F Road. The request for rezoning was made by a petition signed by M.W. Bailey and Floyd R. Lenox, principal owners in above area. There were no objections v made at this hearing. It was moved, seconded and carried unanimously that I the Planning Commission recommend approval of this change in zone with the following provisions : Should any part of this property not be subdivided but developed in one or more large units, all provisions of the subdivision F. ordinance are to be complied with for each unit. In addition, a service street with a minimum of 30 feet of paved roadway with curbs and gutters be constructed parallel with Highway 99 from Cypress Avenue to extension of Home Place; said service road to be to line, grade and specifications of C the City Engineer. On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was c. approved. 3. That the request of Mr. H.H. Stacey for a zone change from Agricultural to Industrial for 7.9 acres located north of West Colton Avenue at New York Street be denied. The Planning Commission felt that this area should be retained at present as Agricultural with possible future development as First Residential. Mr. Stacey at this time addressed the Council with a request for reconsideration of this denial and a tem- 1 porary permit to park his trucks on his property until some more permanent arrangement can be made. No action was taken on the recommendation of the Planning Commission but on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, a permit as requested for a 60 day period was approved. I 200 4. That the request of Stanton H. Sabin for a zoning variance to permit the erec- tion of a residence in two units on a lot between 1402 and 1406 Garden Street ; first unit to be completed immediately and the second and complete unit of 1375 square feet to be II completed on or before July 1, 1956, be denied. On motion of Couhcilman Putnam, sec- onded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commis- sion was approved. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS !I From Caroline S. Pike, on behalf of the Redlands Bowl Association and the Junior Associates of the Redlands Bowl, a request for Council approval of an all outdoor Hawaiiain dance, starring Hilo Hattie and her Hawaiian music, to be held August 15, 1953, in Sylvalj Park, for the purpose of raising funds in support of the Bowl programs. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this request was approved. From Mr. K. E. Lewis, an application to lease city-owned property on Garnet Avenue and Mill Creek Road, Mentone, approximately 320 acres. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this application was approved withthe ex- pressed intent that no provision be made for water and Attorney Wilson was instructed to draw up said lease and agreement. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Mrs. J.E. Alexander, 306 Center Street, a suggestion that the name of Center It Street be changed to Pepperwood Drive. No action. From the Santa Ana River Water Study Committee, a communication relative to the participation of the City of Redlands in the proposed M.W.D. survey and a request for a 1 contribution in the amount of $750.00 as the City' s share in this survey. As the amount of $500.00 had been budgeted for this survey, on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded !I by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this requested total amount of $750.00 was approved. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 958, an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rqte and levying the property tax for the fiscal year 1953-1954, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : Councilman Anderson II Attorney Wilson presented for Council acceptance an agreement between the City of edlands and Joseph and Christine Karvelis and Charles L. and Julia Harter, said agree- ment having been previously approved in-lieu of improvement bond requirement. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, the Mayor and the ( II City Clerk were authorized to execute this agreement , also to accept a deed from Joseph and Christine Karvelis and Charles L. and Julia Harter for the easterly ten feet of lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 of said Tract No. 3881 for street purposes. NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 959, Uniform Building Code of 1952, was presented by Attorney Wilson and read by Building Inspector Phelps. Considerable discussion followed relative to L inspection of buildings considered eabthquake hazards. Ordinance laid over under the rules. 4U CITY MANAGER Ij Manager Workman reported that the Redlands School Board had decided not to use Lugonia Park as a school playground hereafter. As during the time this park has been used as a school playgound it has been maintained by the school, no provision has been made in the 1953 budget for its upkeep. It was estimated that it would cost approxi- mately $1,640.00 for even partial maintenance this coming year. The Council felt that it should be maintained on an emergency basis at the present. No action. REPORT II The Annual Report of the Smiley Library for 1952-1953, presented and ordered filed: Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. li No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council ' adjourned. � 1 D Attest : Harry R. Whal y F .1 City Clerk 27- Mayor o the City of Redlands 00000000000000000 Redlands, California August 4, 1953 7:00 P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, and Mayor Folkins; city Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Councilman Anderson it The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag, followed by the invocation by Reverand Gerald Churchill. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously ii examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the following: Fence for a portion of Hillside Cemetery, construction of the first phase of sanitary sewers, and ten pieces of automotive equipment, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: Fence: Mills Fence Company, Bell Gardens, California $1,585.00 Pioneer Chain Link Fence, Bloomington, Calif. 1,638.00 On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, Manager Workman was authorized to act upon these bids. SEWER CONSTRUCTION: Glanville Plumbing Company, Bakersfield, California Beason Construction Company, Escondido, California Martin Kordick, Arcadia, California Stanfield Company, Pomona, California Bosnyak and Sutalo, Los Angeles, California Young and Arrieta, San Fernando, California Izzi Construction Company, Temple City, California Heisler and Woods, El Monte, California '�A I 202 Colich Construction Company, Inglewood, California N.P. Van Valkenburgh, South Gate, California Seccombe and Seccombe, San Bernardino, California J. E. Popovich, Torrance, California On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, these bids were referred to the office of the City Manager for study and recommendation, award to be made at the next regular council meeting. AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT: Lange and Runkel, Redlands, California A. C. Almind, Redlands, California Loge and Yount, Redlands, California Grant Musick, San Bernardino, California It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, that these bids be referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS Ataa regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held July 30, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Mrs. Lulu R. Kuhns for a variance to the zoning ordinance to permit the conversion of a multiple dwelling at 622 Glenwood Drive to a rest home be approved. On motion of Council- man Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation df the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Durrell for permission to split property located at 922 East Central Avenue be approved with the following provisions: 1) Entry road to be paved to a mini- mum width of 18 feet; 2) Paving to extend to length required for access to the buildings to permit service by municipal vehicles; 3) Adequate turn arounds be provided; 4) Sidewalks to be constructed across lot at 922 East Central Avenue to line grade and specifications of the City Engineer; 5) No other provisions. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommend- ation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the request for a zoning variance to permit a carport already constructed to remain attached to the residence of Paul C. Parker at 315 West Lugonia Avenue be denied. At this time Mrs. Parker addressed the Council with a request that the petition be withdrawn. No action necessary. 4. That revised tentative map of Tract No. 4128, located on the south side of West Crescent avenue between Allesandro Road and Crown Street, W. B. Molony, owner, be approved with the following provisions: Westerly side of lot 1 ; 1) 15 feet be graded and dedicated for roadway purposes; 2) Curb return and catch basin be constructed. Easterly side of lot 5' ; 1) 30 foot roadway, the depth of of lot 5, be dedicated; 2) Curbs and gutters be installed; 3) Pave to center street line, said paving be so aligned to form a center parkway to preserve oak tree. All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer; no other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That a lot split at the corner of Terracina Boulevard and Bellevue Road, recorded in Max, 1552 and orally approved at that time, be formally approved at this time in order to become a matter of record. It was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, that this recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved. 203 APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS On behalf of the Redlands Bowl Association, Mrs. Caroline Pike requested Council approval for the I, Association to operatere&&eshment stands, souvenir booths, and have bleacher seats moved into Sylvan Park on August 15th, 1953 in order to boost the attendance at the Hilo Hattie Music and Dance Program being sponsored on that date as a fund raising project. No objections from the Council. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, Mr. Watkins was granted permission to install two skee ball machines at the miniture golf course at 516 Church Street. From the Redlands School District, a request for the use of Sylvan Plunge for instructional purposes from September 21 to October 16 of this year and four weeks in late April and May. Request - i approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Division of Highways, tabulation of the July 1953, apportionment of the quarterly C 1 ' payment of gas tax allocation for city streets. From the County Housing Authoritt,transmittal of check in the amount of $4,350.$4 for operating revenues, fiscal year 1952-1953, Texonia Village. �I From Stephen F. Kluck, C.P.A., copy of a protest registered with the Redlands School District relative to the hiring of out of town firms for local audits. From the Redlands Camera Club, letter of appreciation for courtesies extended during the recent Photo Fiesta. From Councilman Donald S. C. Anderson, a greeting card to the Council members, mailed from Venice, Italy. At this time Attorney Wilson brought up the matter of the possibility of Councilman Anderson being absent beyond the expiration of the time granted by the Council and suggested that the Council pass a motion extending the leave of absence to include the first meeting in September. No action was taken at this time as it was brought out that there would be another regular council meeting during August at which time the Council could consider this question if necessary. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 959, Adoption of the 1953 Building Code, which had been presented and laid over at the last regular meeting, was presented at this time for adoption. Because of the earthquake safety provisions incorporated in this ordinance which would require somewhat costly changes in numerous commercial buildings, several property owners addressed the Council in protest, among themMr. ff Cliord Brewster, Mr. Earl Witmer, Mr. J. D. Inman, and Mr. J. Walser. Mr. Witmer requested tabling of this I ordinance until September when more property owners will be back in town. Council concurred in this request and agreed to defer adoption of this ordinance until the first meeting in September. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman on behalf of Houghton's Ambulance Service requested approval of the sale of a ' police radio to be installed in his ambulance, said radio to be paid out over a time period. Approval of this request was granted on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Approval was also requested for the purchase of two sirens to be installed in police cars, to cost $700.00. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, Manager Workman was authorized to make this purchase and sign the proper papers therefor on behalf of the City Of Redlands. II , 204 Attorney Wilson presented a deed to the City of Redlands from Henry J. and Violet May Wilson for a strip of property on East Crescent Avenue, Portion Redlands Heights No. 2, to be used for street purposes. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this deed was accepted. Authorization was given Attorney Wilson to confer with William Grigsby relative to the value of trees (orange) on property from which easements are to be obilined to run the new sewer line. A claim from Walter Skinner for damages to his automobile in the amount of $308.00, said damage incurred in a collision with an automobile operated by a City of Redlands employee in the line of duty, was denied on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman brought up the matter of Lugonia Park, recently turned back to the City after be ing used as a school playground and maintained by the School District for some years. As no funds have been budgeted for the maintenance of this property, approval was requested for the expenditure of the sum of $500.00 to repair and overhaul the sprinkler system also the amount of $1640.00 for main- tenance. On motion of Councilman Elkins. seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this request was approved. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Police Department and Poundmaster, Building Department, Fire Department, Cemetery, and City Treasurer, for July, 1953, also from the Fire Department for year 1952-1953 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee No other business dema ding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: Tarr R. Whale ' City Clerk Mayor o he City of Redlands ))0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 Redlaadd, California. August l8, 1953 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Mayor Folkins, City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Montgomery. ,-Absent: Councilman Anderson The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag, followed by the invocation by Reverend Frank J. James of the Second Baptist Church. A motion was regularly made, seconded and carriedthat; the members of the Council having prev- iously examined the record of the minutes of the last regular meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. SEWER CONTRACT --- _-_At this time the Mgr announced the Council was ready to award the Sewer Construction Contract U( in accordance with bids opened at the last regular meeting, whereupon a motion was regularly made and seconded that the bid of Donald C. Glanville,, doing business as, The Glanville Plumbing Company, being the lowest and best bid, be accepted and the contract be awarded thereto for Section I and Seetion II as per plans and Specifications, with the option on the part of the City to elect to award Section III, III thereof, to Mr. Glanville, within 45 days from date at the bid price. The above motion was passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins & Mayor Folkins. Noes: None Absent: Councilman Anderson RESOLUTION NO. 742 Resolution No. .742, a formal resolution approving an agreement between the City of Redlands and the Glanville Plumbing Company covering the construction of Sanitary Sewers, was presented by Attorney Wilson, and adopted by the following vote: "..6 Ayes: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins & Mayor Folkins. Noes: None = Absent: Councilman Anderson PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands, held August 13, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Frank M. & Dorothy Sexton for permission to split a parcel of property located on the north side of Elizabeth Street between Fountain Avenue and Myra Street to create a lot l for residential purpose, be approved with the following provisions: 1) 25 foot building setback. 2) I� Ample turn-around be provided on property in order that cars may head into the street rather than back out. 3) Sidewalks excluded. 4) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. The above recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins. 2. That Unit #I of revised tentative map of Tract #4237, located north of Elizabeth Street and Franklin Avenue, H. L. Lapides, owner, be approved with the following provisions. A) Lots to be numbered starting with number ONE. B) On Elizabeth Street the following: 12 feet bordering Unit # I to be dedicated for street purposes; curbs and gutters to be installed, Extend paving to gutters. II C) On Franklin Avenue the following: Curbs and gutters to be installed, extend paving to gutters. D)On South Avenue the following: Curbs and gutters to be installed along unit, Street paved to center line. E) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. F) Sidewalks excluded. G) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. The above recommendationz was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. 3. That the request of Jack Moore for a Zone Variance on a portion of Lot 7, Blk G, 2nd Prel Map of Redlands, from Second Residential to Commercial be approved with the following provisions: a) That the YMCA furnish a traffic flow diagram showing entry and exit to the property , a diagram showing proper parking facilities, a diagram of entry and exit to the YMCA building. b) That the sale] of liquor be prohibited in this variance. After a study of the diagrams as submitted and the withdrawal of an objection by the Fire Chief, the above recommendation was approved and the variance granted on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. I 9 , ORAL PETITIONS At this time Mr. Volney Kincaid addressed the Council relative to getting a street lieht near his property at 136 Hilton Avenue. After some discussion the matter was referred to Manager Workman for study and recommendation. APPLICATIONS & PETITIONS i An application by the Kiwanis Club for permission to hang posters advertising "National Kid's Day"I, on the down-town ornamental street light standards from the 18th to the 26th of September was granted , on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. 111 COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Pacific Automobile Insurance Company announcing that a Workmen's Compensation Insurance Policy had been issued to the Mills Fence Company covering the installation of a fence at the Hillside Cemetery. From the California Highway Commission attaching thereto a copy of a resolution adopted July 23, 1953, relative to procedure in the adoption of routings of freeways. From Miss Elliott T. Carter, Corresponding Secretary of the c-� ;s • .. t o= o_ t' . -. _ Women, Redlands Branch, protesting the use of the Jennie Davis Memorial Park for the purpose of a fishing pond. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The awarding of the contract to furnish the Cid with certain pieces of Automotive Equipments ' bids for which were opened at the last regular meeting and rederred to the City Manager for recomm- endation, was brought up at this time and on recommendation of City Manager Workman the contract was awarded to Loge & Yount, their bid being considered the lowest and best bid, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Attorney Wilson presented for approval a lease between the City of Redlands and Robert Ai.nold on a parcel of property located in the SWI and the SE* and the NEe of Sec. 22 TP 1S Range 2W for the purpose of grazing cattle. The lease drawn for a three year period at $50.00 per dear. The above lease was approved and the Mayor & Clerk authorized to sign same in behalf of the City, on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. A Conditional Sales Contract between the City of Redlands and Houghton's Amhulanc Service. for the purchase of an Automobile 2-Way Transmitting Radio to be installed only in Ambulance Car No. 64, was presented by Attorney Wilson and approved by the Council on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. NEW BUSINESS Attorney Wilson requested permission to attend a Municipal Attorney's Convention in Washineton, D.C. September 15-16-17, 1953 and to apply the money set up in his bullet for convention purposes to this trip. Approval was given to this request on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. Manager Workman reported he had received a communication from Councilman Anderson, saying he ex- pected to be back by August 28th. The Council felt that a provision should be made to take care of any delay on the return of Councilman Anderson, therefore, permission was 2iveh for him to be absent the first meeting in September if such absence is necessary, on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins. Attorney Wilson reported that good progress was being made in obtaining the necessary easements for laying of the new sewer line, L 207 A recommendation of the Park Superintendent to reduce the speed limit for motor vehicles inside the boundary of Sylvan Park from 25 miles to 15 miles per hour was presented. After some discussion Uthe City Attorney was instructed to bring in an ordinance making this effective. At this time manager Workman announced that a citation for long and faithful service to the City of Redlands was being awared to Harry Patterson who is up for retirement. Following this announcement Mr. Dick Reese, former councilman, addressed the Council relative to awarding similar citations th those men who have previously been retired. This matter was left in the hands of the City Manager to handle. REPORTS The reports of the park Department for the month of July and the City Clerk for the fiscal year 1952-53 were presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the finance committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. (j.1 .1:;(47 414-Lc, Mayor of t City of Redlands 0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California September 1, 1953 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilman Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City "lark Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag, followed by the invocation by Reverend Robert C. Clark, Jr. , Assembly of God Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last regular meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Rex W. Cranmer addressed the Council with a request for approval of a resolu- tion fixing the term of office of the Community Redevelopment Agency of theCity of Red- ' lands. It was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that this resolution be adopted. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held August 27, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Benjamin R. Rabe for permission to split property located at the northeast corner of Cajon Street and South Avenue into three lots, two for the erection of single family residences and one to remain an orange grove, be approved with the following provisional. a) Curbs and gutters be installed. b) Extend paving to gutters. I 208 c) Locate driveways to preserve palm trees in parkway. d) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. e) No permanent structures to be erected on Lots 1 and 2 more than 200 feet from the front property line. f) Sidewalks excluded. g) Setback 25 feet h) No exception to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of Harold R. Richmond for permission to split property located on the east side of Daisy Avenue south of Marion Road for construction of two single family residences be approved with the following provisions : a) Curbs and gutters to be constructed. ' b) Extend paving to gutters. c) Sidewalks to be excluded. d) Street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. e) Minimum setback to be 150 feet. f) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, a nd carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. ' 3. That the request of Dr. Verona M. Tovey for permission to split lot on the south side of Campbell Avenue at Summit Avenue be approved with the following provisions : a) Curbs and gutters to be installed. b) Paving extended to gutters. c) Street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. d) Sidewalks excluded. e ) Setback 25 feet. f) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 4. That the request of Harris A. Stone for permission to split property located on the south side of Pacific Street at Burke Street be approved with the following , provisions: a) Driveway to be to line, grade and location of the City Engineer. b) Setback to be 100 .feet. ` - c) Sidewalks to be excluded. d) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4276, east of Orange Street south of Pioneer Terrace Subdivision, S.V. Hunsaker & Sons, be approved with the following provisions: 709 a) Dedicate additional 7 feet for highway purposes on San Bernardino Avenue. b) Reduce width of two east-west interior streets to 58 feet, Paving to be 36 ft: c) Reduce lot depth of lots 39, 40, 41, 42 and 43 to 101 feet. d) All street improvements to be to line , grade and specifications of City Enginee . e) Side setback 15 feet. f) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 6. This item, the request of G.R. Rees for property split on East Citrus Avenue, was referred back to the Planning Commission at the request of Mr. Sid J. Conner, Planning Director, City of Redlands. Manager Workman reported that the following recommendation of the Planning Commiss- ion which had been tabled pending a survey of the water situation in this area had been '! 10 cleared and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, the Council approved this Planning Commission recommendation as submitted July C 2nd, 1953, as follows: That Revised Tentative Map of Tract No. 4225, located south of Mariposa and east of the Golf Course, University of Redlands, owner, be approbed with the following provisions : a) That drainage easement south of lot No. 2 be improved to City Engineer' s specifications. b) That all streets be 60 feet wide except short street to the south of Lots No. 42 and 43:, 44 and 45; this street to be 50 feet wide, with the turnaround to have a 40 foot paved roadway radius. c) Turnaround to be provided for two dead end streets on east side of subdivision between Lots 16 and 17, 12 and 13. d) Street to be widened at the corner of Lot No. 40 making a radius of approxi- mately 70 feet on the corner. e) Sidewalks excluded. �I f) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Exchange Club of Redlands, a request that the business license be waived it for the Steve Merton Enterprises of Fontana, which organization plans to lease booths for exhibition and entertainment purposes at an old-fashioned Country Fair and Talent Show sponsored by the Exchange Club on October 29, 30 and 31 and November 1, 1953. It was the recommendation of Manager Workman that this request be tabled pending a check of possible conflicting dates. An application from the Latter Day Saints for use of the City Hall Auditorium for a New Year' s Dance on December 31, 1953, was referred to the Recreation Director to check for previously reserved dates. A request for a variance to the building setback ordinance from Ralph Sechrest on behalf of the R.O.G.A. to permit the erection os a shed closer to the property line.o r On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Ven Diest, and carried, this I 210 variance was approved with the stipulation that if and when, a building was erected on the adjoining property a one-hour fire resistancy wall would be built. An application from the Community Chest of the Redlands area for downtown decora- ting for campaign purposes, namely; 1, a banner across the intersection of State and Orange; 2, decorating of light standards; 3, sidewalk stenciling. Dates to be Sept. 27 , 1953, through October 17, 1953. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by founcilman Anderson, and carried, this request was approved. Manager Workman presented a request from Morgan Lesher for sewer service to the Casa Fiesta, West San Bernardino Avenue, outside of the City Limits. Because no policy has been set for charges for sewer services outside the City, this matter was referred for study. COMMUNICATIONS The following communication were presented and read: From the State Board of Equalization, notice of a change of address for an "Off Sale General" permit held by Daniel J. and W.J. Stanton, 518 Orange Street. From the State Board of Equalization, a communication relative to Welfare Exemption as applied to schools. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 959 Ordinance No. 959, an ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting the Building Code of 1952 was presented and read for the second time. Because of an amendment to this ordinance , (Section 7, under Chapter 1, to be known as Section 104K, "Parapet. or Append- age - Maintenance" ) , considerable opposition to this ordinance has been expressed by property owners. In this connection, a petition for the elimination of this amendment signed by 44 property owners was read. Mayor Folkins read a letter from Mr. John P. Buwalda, seismologist at the California Institute of Technology in which Mr. Buwalda points out the danger of parapets in the event of an earthquake. Mr. A.O. Miller, a retired contractor, addressed the Council relative to his experience in correcting earthquake hazards. Speaking for the property owners were Mr. Earl Witmer, Mr. N.E. Druley, Mr. Charles Pierpoint, Mr. Clifford Brewster, Mr. George DeVries, Mr. Paul Morse and Mr. Ray Zimmer. Dr. S.N. Seltzer spoke on behalf of the Safety and Health Committee of the Chamber of Commerce. After considerable discussion, the Council suggested that a five or seven man committee meet with Building Inspector Phelps in the very near fu- ture and September 9th, 1953, was the date agreed upon for this meeting. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, Ordinance No. 959 was tabled at this time. Manager Workman asked the Council to consider the building of a Mausoleum at the Hillside Cemetery, pointing out that there is need for this type of service and that it would be advantageous Oar the City to carry out this project rather than accept the offer of Mr. G.D. Mason. It was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that the City Manager investigate further relative to the City' s construction of this mausoleum. 211 Manager Workman presented to the Council an offer from Frank Burns of $1500.00 for a small piece of City property at Highway 99 and Texas Street. Mr. Burns operates a service station at this corner and will need this piece to protect his driveways when the State Division of Highways straighten this corner. Mr. Burns addressed the Council ' himself, asking the City, if not favorable to his offer, to consider deeding these drive- ways to him. Matter tabled until next meeting. CITATION FOR SERVICE At this time Mayor Folkins presented a citation in recognition of twenty years faithful service with he City of Redlands to Hyrum S. Geddes, Plumbing Inspector, who is retiring September 9, 1953. NEW BUSINESS City Manager Workman at this time read two communications fromthe Redlands Chamber of Commerce, the first containing various recommendations relative to their Safety ul Program, the second their recommendations relative to the traffic and parking situation., On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, these re- commendations were referred to Police Chief Slaughter and Manager Workman to be reported on at the next meeting. I' City Attorney Wilson presented an Amendment to Right of Way Contract with the State Division of Highways relative to detail involved in putting the new well into operation. after it has been drilled. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to execute this Amend- ment. Attorney Wilson also presented for execution an Amendment to Supplemental Agreement with,the West Redlands Water Company in connection with the above well. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the Mayor and the Clerk were authorized to execute this Amendment. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Police Department and Poundmaster and Building Inspector for the month of August, 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. 111 No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : H.R. Whaley City Clerk • " 4,91%-, Mayor oftCity f Redlands 1 I 212 Redlands, California September 15, 1953 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Attorney Wilson. The meeting was opened withthe pledge of allegiance to the flag, followed by the invocation by Reverend Charles L. Dubois, Church of Christ. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last regular meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mrs. George J. Cady, on behalf of the Redlands Day Nursery, addressed the Council with a request for an option on two acres of City owned property at Texas Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, said option for five years to be followed by a 25 to 50 year lease. On motion of Councilman 'Akins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the Day Nursery Committee were asked to bring in a written request, with details referred to the City Manager, to be reported at the next regular Council meeting. Mr. Paul Broman addressed the Council relative to requirements set up by the Plan- ning Commission and the City Council in the approval of his Tentative Map og Braemar Homes. Mr. Broman informed the Council that he had been unable to obtain the 40 feet required by the City for the extension of Center Street from Brookside Avenue to State Street. This 40 feet is required for the 80 feot street to be paved by Mr. Broman in the development of his subdivision. Because of the entailment of some of this property which will necessitate costly delay, Mr. Broman asked the City to consider friendly condemnation of the required 40 foot strip. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the City Attorney was instructed to proceed with such condemnation, the subdivider to pay all costs of such action. Mr. Broman also asked the City to consider the installation of a 12 inch sewer line, subdivider to pay cost of the required 8 inch line. Manager Workman was instructed to work out this mat- ter with Mr. Broman. BIDS On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids for 10,000 tons, more or less, of asphaltic paving material for the needs of the City of Redlands for the eomir year; also the rental of equipment. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held September 10, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of N&ti;.(e.R. Rees to split property on the south side of Citrus Avenue , west of Wabash, be approved with the following provisions : L 9f a) Lot depth be 130 feet b) Install concrete gutter c ) Extend paving to gutter d) Street improvement to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. e ) Sidewalks excluded f) Setback 25 feet g) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance . On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of Harold Hagen to split property between Mariposa Drive and Halsey Street be approved with the following provisions : a) Extend paving to gutter on Mariposa Drive b) Sidewalks excluded c ) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the request of Mrs. Maggie Jessen for permission to split a lot from her d `1 property located at 334 Brookside Avenue be denied for the reason that such a split C: l l- I would create two substandard lots in violation of Ordinance No. 950, which requires a minimum building site area of not less than 6500 feet for lots in this zone. Mr. J.D. Inman urged the Council to consider a variance ,from the zoning ordinance in this case but the Council felt that there should be no deviation from the ordinance and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendations of the Planning Commission was approved. 4. That the request of Mrs. Mildred Alexander for permission to split property located at 1003 East Citrus Avenue be approved with the following provisions : a) Dedicate 10 feet across 85 foot lot for future street widening. b) Record an agreement with the City of Redlands indicating the owner' s, purchaser' s or heir' s willingness to the installation of sidewalks at such time as Citrus Avenue is widened. c) Repair gutter and edge of paving to gutter. d) Street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. e ) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. This item, public hearing for a zoning variance at 214 Brookside Avenue, Dr. S.N. Seltzer, was deferred to the next meeting of the Planning Commission. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS LI The application of the Exchange Club for waiver of business license requirements for the Steve Merton Enterprises in connection with a Country Fair and Talent Show October 29, 30, 31 and November 1, 1953, was denied on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. An application from the Latter Day Saints for the use of the Auditorium for a New Year' s dance on December 31, 1953, was withdrawn. From the Redlands 20-30 Club, a request for permission to paint house numbers on street curbs on a donation basis, proceeds to go to the Rheumatic Fever Foundation, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. From the State Board of Equalization, notice of an application for an ' On Sale Beer's permit for James D. Randle, 15 West State Street. The Clerk reported that this location 214 had been checked for distance and found to be permissible. No objection from the Council. COMMUNICATIONS The following communication was presented and read: ' From the Division of Utilities, Office of Civil Defense, a communication relative to the Water Department of the City of Redlands participating in a Joint Venture Agree- ment among Utilities. Upon recommendation of Water Superintendent Ritchie, it was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, that the Clerk notify the the Office of Civil Defense that the City of Redlands was not inter- ested at this time. UNFINISHED BUSINESS At this time the recommendations of the Merchantjs 'division of the Redlands Cham- ber of Commerce relative to traffic problems were discussed in detail. Several inter- ested merchants, Mr. Harold Harris, Mr. John Cenkner, Mr. Mark Neilson, Mr. Charles Parker and Mr. Earl Witmer addressed the Council. Police Chief Slaughter and Manager Workman reported the results of a check into these recommended changes and presented approval on the following: Portions of Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth and Eureka Streets be made one-way traffic , this to be the first step in a three-ordinance plan, the second to make Seventh Street and Grant Street one-way traffic and the third to provide parallel parking on Orange Street between Citrus Avenue and Highway 99. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the City Attorney was instructed to draw up the first and third ordinances of this plan at this time. Manager Workman reported that the recommendations of the Chamber of Commerce relative to their Safety program had been properly channeled and acted upon with the exception of Item E, which had requested that Center Street be made a through street with all ' STOP' signs removed except at Olive Avenue. A petition with 109 signatures of property owners was presented in protest of such a plan, as well as several communi- cations. It was the definite recommendation of Police Chief Slaughter and Manager Work- man that no ' STOP' signs be removed on Center Street , and on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the Council concurred in this recommenda- tion. Manager Workman read a letter from Ross Speer, superintendent of Schools, request- ing a ' STOP' sign at West Cypress Avenue and San Mateo Street, location of the new Smiley School, also asking the City to do all possible to create a walk way for childre going to and from school on San Mateo Street. Chief Slaughter recommended this ' STOP' as well as one at East Central Avenue and Church Street and on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the City "ttorney was instructed to draw up an ordinance creating these 'STOPS''. The Council authorized Manager Workman to do all possible to establish safe walkways along San Mateo Street. Manager Workman presented his recommendations relative to setting up a charge for sewer service outside the City Limits and on motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, was instructed to bring in a resolution covering these recommendations at the next meeting of the Cpuncil . 215 Ordinance No. 959, Adoption of the Building Code of 1952, was again tabled until October , a e request of the Building inspector ana various property owners ' interested in the Earthquake Hazard Clause of the ordinance. Item D on the agenda, under unfinished 'business, sale of City owned property at Highway 99 and Texas Street (Frank Burns ) was referred to the Division of Highways and the Planning Commission. In the matter of the proposed mausoleum project , Manager Workman reported no final 1 I recommendation at ht tstime. NEW BUSINESS ;I In the matter of the water survey being made by Engineer Boyle, Manager Workman reported that Mr. Boyle requests an opportunity to meet with members of the Council before preparing his formal report and time for such a meeting was set for September 30, 1953, at 7 :30 P.M. o /� Manager Workman, acting for the City Attorney, presented two right-of-way easements die across priv•2te property for the new sewer line now being laid on San Bernardino Avenue, one from the Western Fruit Growers and one from May Hufford, Ruth Kellams and Ferne 0. Nicholson which were acdepted by the City on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Manager Workman reported that a third easement was in process of being completed and this was also given tentative approval by the Council. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, Manager Workman was instructed to proceed with the erection of a new office building at the Hillside Cemetery as provided for in the budget for this year. Fire Chief Rundberg presented Resolution No. 744, amending Ordinance No. 788, relative to the opening of fire hydrants without a permit from the fire department. This. resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None The Glanville Plumbing Company requested the waiver of a Business License and pay- ment of a City Sales Tax in connection withthe construction of the new sewer line. On 'I motion of Councilman Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this request was denied. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, Manager Workman was instructed to go ahead with the second phase of the sewer construct- ion, Section 4,5, and 9, Currie Plans. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the Council authorized the purchase of 32 shares of South Mountain Water Stock at $75.00 per share from Hugh Irvine. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman presented a request from Mrs. Ruth Davis relative to City owned property at Texas Street and Highway 99 known as the Wayside Gardens property on which she has a lease. Mrs Davis desires to sublet this and asks a letter amending the lease which would permit any sub-leasee to remove any building erected by him, also assure r 216 — ---------- - -- ----------- - --- -- — _ _ _ --------------- ----- d ---- any such leasee that the City would continue the lease on the property at the expiration of the present agreement. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, the Council denied this amending letter and specified that any prospective sub- ' leasee be subject to Council approval. Motion carried. Manager Workman requested and on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Council- man Van Diest , and carried, was granted permission to dispose of one of the police cars and replace it with a station wagon, firm quotations to be accepted from local merchants. IIA request from the Redlands Chamber of Commerce for the amount of $375.00 toward the cost of the City' s participation in the Los Angeles County Fair was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Motion carried. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: 0 From the City Treasurer and the Fire Department for the month of August, 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : " H.R. Whale. City Clerk Mayor 4164-- •e".0--r-g: o e City of Redlands I 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Redlands, California October 6, 1953 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins and Mayor Folkins; City Clerk Whaley, Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Councilman Anderson The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Rev. Frank B. Fagerburgy First Baptist Church.. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously ex- amined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Frank J. Gilbert, Secretary, Redlands Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council with a request that courtesy parking tags be issued out-of-town visitors who may be in Redlands for conventions or large II gatherings. As Police Chief Slaughter was not present, this request was tabled until he could make a recommendation relative to any parking problems which might result from the issuance of such tags. A number of interested persons being in attendance, a petition with 157 signatures was presented at this time. This petition strongly urged the City to do all possible to correct the dangerous condition of San Mateo Street which is at present without walkways for children attending the Smiley School at Cypress Avenue and San Mateo Street. Manager Workman reported that the Engineering Department was 917 preparing plans and maps for this correction and gave a tentative estimated cost of $600.00 to make the changes most urgently needed. Mr. Robert H. Hollister addressed the Council for the parents present and Dr. S. N. Seltzer pointed out the mental hazard confronting the driver on San Mateo under conditions) at present. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this was referred to Manager Workman with power to act in making corrections as outlined in his report-, namely that a safe walk way be provided for children on the west side of San Mateo Street from Brookside to Highland Avenues. BIDS �— II As this was the time advertised for opening of bids for 10,000 tons, more or less, of asphaltic paving material for the needs of the City for the coming year, plus rental of equipment, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: Matich Brothers, San Bernardino; R. A. Erwin, Colton, Calif; George Herz Company, San Bernardino, Calif. . (See Bid file for prices) C The bid of Matich Brothers, $3.80 plus tax, per ton on material, $19.00 per hour on the Barber !i Greene machine, $10.00 per hour on the motor grader and $8.00 per hour on the tandem roller, being the lowest and best suited to the needs of the City, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, sec- onded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried. PLANNING COMNIISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At this time Dr. S. N. Seltzer brought before the Council plans for the construction of a profess- ' ional office in front of and attached to the existing residence at 214 Brookside Avenue. The Planning Commission had recommended the denial of this variance for a ten foot setback. Dr. Seltzer has changed his request for this 10 foot setback to one for 20 feet and desired an opinion of the Council before proceeding further. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this matter was referred back to the Planning Commission for reconsideration. At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held September 10, 1953, I the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of the Seventh Day Adventist Church to split property located north of Central). Avenue, west of Division Street, be denied as these splits would prevent access to deep lots on the west of the property. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of John Beukema to split property located at 550 North Place be approved with II/ the following provisions: that approval be granted for splitting lots C and D only, with the following provisions: a) Lots to be 135? in depth b) Sidewalks excluded c) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance The planning Commission pointed out, however, that the 1P" water main in North Place in now over- II loaded. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved with the stipulation that the developer bear the expense of a 2" line to connect from Buena Vista Street to the west end of the property. 1 3. Texas Street intersection. It was moved, seconded and carried unanimously that the plan pro- I posed by the Planning Department, showing location of curb lines, be approved subject to permitting access to the gas station from both State Street and Texas Street by driveways perpendicular to said street; and said driveway onto Texas Street be 50 feet wide; and that driveway entry into West State IiI 1t I I 91 L �. Street be bounded by curb from present west curb of the southeast driveway. Attorney Wilson reported thy-4- that two offers, each for $1500.00 , had been received for the strip owned by the gay at this inter- section. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be tabled pending investigation by the Police Chief as to the safety angle and width of driveway to Texas Street and that the offers of $1500.001 be refused. 4. That the request of Emmett J. Raehn for permission to split property located at 1415 Cedar Avenue, between Cedar and Crescent Avenues, be vproved with-the following provisions: , a) Remove and reconstruct driveways on Crown Street and Crescent Ave. b) Pave gutter in Crown Street c) Level to sidewalk grade of the parkway in Crescent Avenue, Crown Street and Cedar Avenue d) All street improvements to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. e) Sidewalks excluded f) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That the request of William Vander Wall for permission to split three lots into two lots, prop- erty located on Clay Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and Delaware Avenue, be approved with the foll- owing provisions: a) Install curbs and gutter b) Pave to gutters c) Street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer d) Sidewalks excluded e) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Tract No. 4128 Tract No. 3846 Final Subdivision Maps for Tract No. 4128, Molony Subdivision, and Tract No. 3846, Brookside Gardens„ were presented and on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, given approval subject to the posting of proper bonds by the subdivider. Motion carried. yt, • -a.18 \g ' Q" \pAPPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1.100 An application from the College of Medical Evangelists for the use of the Redlands Bowl on June 6th, 1954 for Commencement Exercises was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Chamber of Commerce relative to the safety problem on San Mateo. From the Housing and Home Finance Agency, official receipt for repayment of advance for plan pre- paration for sewer project. From the Pacific Electric Railway, 195:21953 Franchise payment $190.14 From King and King, Attorneys, San Bernardino, relative to annexation proceedings during the period of circularization of petition on M.W.D. From the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino, payment of $377.94 in lieu of •taxes on Lugonia Homes. From the Public Utilities Commission of the State of California, notice of hearings on motion to establish list of grade crossings in city and county. L 219 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance NO. 959, Adoption of the Building Code of 1952, with a much dis uted earth uake hazard it safety amendment, was again presented for ad2Etion. Several property owners addressed the Council: Mr. Emmett Osbun, Mr. N.E. Druley, Mr. Henry Romo and Mr. Clifford Brewster. Mr. Brewster read a commun- ication from the recently appointed committee with the recommendation that the City continue to operate !, under the Uniform Building Code without the proposed amendment. After much discussion, it was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, that Ordinance No. 959 be tabled. ;I The matter of a request by the Redlands Day Nursery for an option on two acres of City-owned land at the northwest corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and Texas Street was reported on by Manager Workman. Mr. Workman states available space is there, but it was the opinion of the Council that this should be checked with Engineer Boyle as to future wells and possible reservoir sites before the City should enter into a long term lease with the Day Nursery. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, this was referred back tot he City Manager and Engineer Boyle for further investigation. 74 NEW BUSINESS Assistant City Treasurer Woltman presented a communication to the Council requesting a new lease for the Barton Protective Association on Portion of Block 29, Barton Ranch, located on West Central Avenue and used for oil storage tanks. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, Attorney Wilson was instructed to draw up a five year lease agreement at a yearly rental of it $75.00 with a 90 day cancellation clause. a resolution of the Cityof Redlands orderingthe closingof a 15 foot alley RESOLUTION NO. 745, in Tract NO. 1982, Crescent Heights Subdivision, was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 960, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands designating portions of certain streets to be one way streets, introduced, read for the first time and laid over under the rules. •ORDINANCE NO. 961, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands providing for parallel parking on Orange Street between Highway 99 and Citrus Avenue, introduced, read for the first time and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 962, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands designating certain streets as boule- vards and requiring that all vehicles shall be stopped before entering or crossing said boulevards and creating certain intersections as 'STOPS intersections, introduced, read for the first time and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 963, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 719, regulating the disposition of inflammable materials and prohibiting certain things for the purpose of better fire protection, introduced, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. jl CITY MANAGER III Manager Workman reported the offer of three pieces of property to the City, two lots with 150 foot frontage on Grant Street adjacent to the Redlands Bowl; also one-half of a building at the rear of the Police Station owned by Henry Romo. The price on the building was $3,500.00 . The City Council was mot interested in either offer at this time. Manager Workman requested and was granted authorization, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, to make payment of $43,187.53 to the Glanville Plumbing Company, contractorson the sewer installation on San Bernardino Avenue. \a 220 On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, the execution of a new contract between Charles L. Foulke, City Engineer, and the City of Redlands was authorized on a month-to-month basis. 111 The matter of a new location for the dog pound and the erection of an adequate incinerator was , brought up by Manager Workman. A site east of the northeast corner of the Bear Valley reservoir was offered for consideration. The Council instructed Manager Workman to get all possible information and bring ina report at a later meeting. _ _ ng. REPORTS The following reports were presented and: ordered filed: The City Treasurer, Police Department, Fire Department, Cemetery, and Park Department for the month of September, 1953 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: Harry R. Whalsy_ City Clerk Mayor of a City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California October 20, 1953 7 :00 o'clock P.M. This being the time set for the regular meeting of the Redlands City Council and there being no quorum, the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Tuesday, October 27th, 1953, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. Attest : H.R. Whaley City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California October 27, 1953 7:00 o'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam,Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins; City ' Clerk Whaley, Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Elder E. Irvin Lehman, Seventh Day Adventist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. -14 99 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held October 15, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. That the request of Hugh Irvine for permission to split three lots from prop- erty located on the south side of Hilton Avenue, east of Franklin Avenue, be approved with the following provisions : a) Install curbs and gutters to depth of Lot 1 on Franklin Avenue and across Lots ! 1, 2 and 3 on Hilton Avenue. b) Extend paving to gutters c ) Grade parking for sidewalk area d) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer e) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, this recommenda- tion of the Planning Commission was approved with the further provision that the Build- ' I1ing Inspector determine the location of building sites to preclude further splitting of lots. Motion carried. d 2. That the request of Dr. John A. Schrock for permission to split property lo- cated on the east side of Sunnyside Avenue, north of and abutting 1380 West Cypress be it approved with the following provisions: a) 30 feet be deeded to the City on east side of Sunnyside Avenue from the north property line south to Cypress Avenue. b) Sidewalks, curbs and gutters excluded. c) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. li 3. That the request of William D. Pettis for permission to split four parcels from property located on the south side of Crescent Avenue, between Center and Pacific Streets be denied due to non-conformity with the original subdivision of which these lots are a part, and because Mr. Pettis feels he does not wish to act according to advise given by the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission w as approved. 4. That the request of Dr. .S.N. Seltzer for public hearing for zoning variance from the 40 foot setback for the construction of a professional office in front of and it attached to 214 Brookside Avenue to a 20 foot setback be approved for the 20 foot setback providing a bond is posted that the old building will be demolished within six months after construction is completed of the new building; new building to be constructed in accordance with building plan submitted. Dr. Seltzer addressed the Council at this time pointing out the impractiability of constructing a building to tie in with the present structure if said existing structure would have to be demolished in six months. Architect Benjamin Rabe asked for clarification of objections, pointing out that the present building is structurally sound. After considerable discussion, on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this was referred back to the Planning Commission to see if an acceptable plan could be found which would not it require the demolition of the present building. AA I 099 ORAL PETITIONS Manager Workman brought up the matter of closing and abandoning that portion of CAnyon Road adjoining Lot 3 on the east in consideration of the granting of easements I for a bridle path along the west line of Lots 2 and 3 and the south line of Lot 3 to itsl intersection with Canyon Road. This matter was referred to the Planning Commission. COMMUNICATIONS The following communication were presented and read: Fron the State Department of Corrections, copy of observations and recommendations made relative to operation of the city jail. From the Controller of the State of California, notice of issuance of State Con- troller' s warrant in the amount of $2,340.94 as the City's share of apportionment of Alcohol Beverage License Fees from 3/1/53 to 8/31/53. From the Department of Finance, Controller' s warrant in the amount of $5,535.28, payment on Allottment No. 2129, "Construction of Sanitary Sewers. " UNFINISHED BUSINESS Manager Workman brought in a report from Engineer Boyle relative to city owned land at Texas Street and Pennsylvania Avenue on which the Redlands Day Nursery had asked for an option and long term lease. It was the opinion and recommendation of Mr. Boyle that this land should be held for future well and reservoir sites. In view of this re- port, it was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried that the request of the Redlands Day Nursery for an option on this land be denied. A Lease-Agreement between the City of Redlands and the Barton Protective Associa- tion for a portion of Block 29, Barton Ranch, was presented for approval and on motion of Cguncilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to execute this agreement. Texas Street and Highway 99. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Council- man Anderson, and carried, signal plans for this corner were approved with the provision that driveway from Union Station (Service) to enter on Texas Street befronstructed in such a manner it will enter at a 90 degree angle. In further connection with this property, Frank Burns repeated his offer of $1500.00 for a strip of city owned land which is a part of this corner. This matter was referred to Manager Workman. The proposal recently made by the Chamber of Commerce relative to issuing courtesy parking tags to out-of-town visitors in Redlands for group meetings or conventions was reported on by Manager Workman. Mr. Workman stated that perhaps groups should be quali- fied and areas restricted and was instructed to check further with Police Chief Slaughter. ORDINANCES ORDINANCE NO. 960, an ordinance of the City of Redlands making certain streets one- way streets, read for the second time and presented for adoption. Two petitions, one signed by 57 persons opposing the plan to make Fourth Street and Eureka Street one-way and the other signed by 34 persons asking that if Fourth Street be made one-way it run from south to north instead of the proposed north to south plan, were read by Clerk _ _ ad9 I) Whaley, Mr. J.S. Kubias4 Mr. Roy Hunsley and Mr. Paul Schafer addressed the Council in person in protest. In view of this opposition, Ordinance No. 960 was tabled until the next meeting. ORDINANCE NO. 961, an ordinance of the City of Redlands providing for parallel pack, II ing of motor vehicles on Orange Street between Highway 99 and Citrus Avenue presented, read for the second time, and adopted by the following vote : AYES: Councilman Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins. AUSS7 None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 962, an ordinance of the City of Redlands designating certain streets as boulevards and creating certain intersections as 'STOP' intersections presented, ready' for the second time and adopted by the following vote : i AYES : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins. 'NODS : None 71.73MRT; None Ct ORDINANCE NO. 963, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, amending Fire Ordinance JC ni No. 719, regulating t he disposition of inflammable materials and prohibiting certain things for better fire protection,presented and read for the second time. Fire Chief Rundberg informed the Council that he was expecting further information pertaining to this amendment. Final passage of this ordinance was therefore tabled at this time. ORDINANCE NO. 964, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 939, Orchard Heater Ordinance, introduced, read for the first time and laid over under the it rules. i NEW BUSINESS Mr. Walter Felthouse addressed the Council relative to the condition of Fern Avenue between Highway 99 and Center Street. Manager Workman informed Mr. Felthouse that the city was aware of this paving condition and recommended that this work, to cost approxi- mately $11,500.00,be started as soon as possible. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to execute the Supplemental Agreement to do this work. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, pay- ment was approved to be made to the Currie Engineering Company in the amount of $1,017.40 and the amount of $16,530.00 for engineering service in connection w ith the sewer project. * A request bythe Nickerson estate for three domestic water services to property at Alabama Street and Highway 99 which had previously been denied bythe Council was again presented. As there had been a previous committment by the water department at he time easements were granted the City of Redlands along this property, Councilman Putnam, with- drew his previous objection and moved the request be granted. Motion seconded by Council- ' man Van Diest and carried unanimously. Mr. Avalon Heron, Crystal Springs Water Company, brought before the Council his re- quest for damages to his property, said damage caused by a broken water line. Mr. Heron now asks $750.00 or $500.00 plus water service to his property. Manager Workman stated that this damage had been reviewed by an insurance adjustor and that $500.00 was the it maximum extent of damage. The Council refused to consider any outside water connection in this case. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and AA I 224 carried, this matter was referred back to the City Attorney and City Manager for further study, to be reported on at the Council meeting of November 17, 1953. Manager Workman presented an outline of the proposed Sewer Extension Ordinance which the Council found satisfactory and which will be re-drafted and introduced at the Council meeting of November 3, 1953. WATER CONTRACTS WITH OPTION 'B' The following water contracts with Option 1B' were approved for transfer on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign on behalf of the City of Redlands: Hubert L. Kincaid and Gladys M. Kincaid to Earl R. Johnson and Dorothy J. Johnson Virgil Nicholas and Frances Nicholas Joe Pollard and Gladys J. Pollard to B.of A. N.T. & S.A. and Norman W. & Cleo Dick B.D. Jac$iues and Alma C. Jacques. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Park Department and yhe Building Inspection Department for the Month of September, 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by t he Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: a R. al:y City lerk Mayor of t a City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California November 3, 1953 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and MayvA Folkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None. Councilman anderson entered the Council Chambers at 9 :00 o' clock. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Rev. John D. Foerster, First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Redlands. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held 29th October, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Benjamin H. Morrision for permission to split property lo- cated on the south side of Sunset Drive, east of Crown Street , to sell a lot for a build- ing site be' approved with the following provisions : ,_ -19 �3 a) Obtain for and deed to the City of Redlands a strip of land on the north side of Sunset Drive as shown on the City Engineer' s sketch. b) Extend paving to gutters c) Install curbs and gutters d) All street improvements to be to line , grade and specifications of City Engineer] e) Sidewalks excluded f) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of Walter W. Stagg for public hearing for a zoning variance from a 25 foot setback to a 7 foot setback, on a hillside lot , for the construction of a single family residence, property located south side of Sunset Drive east of Crown Street , be approved with a 7 foot setback from existing property line , On motion of I, Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation 11 of the Blanning Commission was approved. >!� 3. That the request of Walter F. Sutter for permission to split property located on the east side of Crown Street between Crescent Avenue and Sunset Drive be approved 2 with the following provisions : a) Extend curbs and gutters on east side of Crown Street to south property line . b) Pave to center street line c) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specification of the City Engineer. d) Sidewalks excluded e) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance Mr. Ford voted "No" on this request as he did not approve of paving only one-half of Crown Street. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried , this re- I commendation of the Planning Commission was a7proved. 4. That the request of g. m8pN,4rgrave for public hearing for a zoning variance 1 from Zone E, First Residential, to Zone C, Second Residential, for property located on I� the east side of Cajon Street between Palm Avenue and Cypress Avenue, north boundary the extension of Clifton Court, be denied for the followning reasons : That this particular area should not be opened to multiple dwelling projects so that,, the first residential type of neighborhood may be maintained for the benefit of residents!( who have lived in this vicinity most of their lives and intend to continue their resi- dence in the same location; also, due to the fact that a great deal of money has been spent by new home owners who have built in this area for zoning protection. A letter from Mr. Hargrave to the Council requesting postponement of Council action at this time was presented. Various property owners were present and Mrs. Herbert Woodruff, Mrs. H.LJI Bell and Mr. Dale Ferguson addressed the Council on opposition to the variance. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That the request of L.S. Rau for closing of certain portions of Canyon Road be decided as follows : That Canyon Road be used for a bridle path and not closed; the right-of-way be left as it is for the present time and closed to vehicular traffic. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. II, 996 ORAL PETITIONS At this time Mrs. Ruth Davis. petitioned the Council for permission to sublet city- owned property known as the Wayside Garden's to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Scott for a drive-in restaurant. Mr. and Mrs. Scott presented their plans, which were inspected by Police Chief Slaughter and the Council . It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Coun- cilman Van Diest, that Mrs. Davis be permitted to sublet this property providing a sat- isfactory lease is drawn and presented to Attornny Wilson for his approval. Motion carried unanimously. APPLICATION AND PETITIONS From the Colton Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans, a request for permissions to sell forget-me-nots on the city streets November 9, 1953. On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this request was granted. From the Southern California Edison Company, a grant of easement for a stub pole and anchor line to be placed on the north side of Mill Creek Road:r east of Ward Way. This easement was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried, and the Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to sign said easement on behalf of the City of Redlands. COMMUNICATIONS A communication from Arthur B. Moore of Loma Linda was read. Mr. Moore expressed his appreciation for the assistance given him by the Veteran' s Service of Redlands and ' Mr. Hein and his staff in particular in establishing his claim for dervice-connected disability. ORDINANCES ORDINANCE NO. 960, an ordinance of the City of Redlands designating portions of certain streets to be one-way streets. This ordinance aroused considerable discussion relative to direction of traffic and the inclusion of Third Street and Eureka Street in the plan. Mr. Frank Gilbert, for the Chamber of Commerce, stated that his organization stood firm on''the original plan. Mr. Frank Taylor.;, Mr. Charles Parker, Mr. Robert Hatfield, Mr. Roy Hunsley and Mr. Glenn Emmerson all had varying suggestions to offer. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Folkins, and carried, Plan No. 1 was approved with the provision that ' Third Street and Eureka Street be eliminated from the plan. Thus amended, Ordinance No. 960 was presented, read in detail for the first time and laid over under the rules. In this same motion, Police Chief Slaughter was instructed to eliminate, as far as possible, the use of "No Left Turn" signs on State and Orange Streets; also to order the necessary traffic posting signs. II ORDINANCE NO. 963, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 719, Fire Ordinance, again tabled pending further information being compiled by Chief Rundberg. ORDINANCE NO. 964, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 939, Orchard Heater Ordinance, presented, read for the second time, and adopted by the follow ing roll call vote : AYES : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. NOES : None ABSENT: None -14 2 Hd ORDINANCE N0, 965, An ordinance of the City of Redlands providing for the connec- tion to and extension of the city sewer system, introduced, read in detail for the first time. and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 066, an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing and establishing charges for services and facilities furnished by the city sewerage system oZside the city limits and providing for the collection of the same, introduced, read in detail andel laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 967, an ordinance of the City of Redlands providing for two hour parkll ing on Eureka Street between Brookside Avenue and Olive Avenue, introduced, read in de- tail for the first time, and laid over under the rules. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The offer to the City of Redlands of $1500.00 for a triangle of land adjacent to II his service station at Highway 99 and Texas Street made by Frank Burns was again broughtt C Pto the Council after a survey of values made at Councils suggestion last meeting. Menai' ger Workman reported that in his opinion and the opinion of the Planning Consultant it would be inadvisible to sell in case a change in ownership would bring an undesirable on the plot. Mr. Burns stated that he had no intention of selling. The Council agreed to hold the offer open until the street work had been done when another surbey would be ' made and in the meantime, granted the easement for his driveways across the land in quest 1 I ion to Mr. Burns. Manager Workman presented a deed from Dr. John A. Schreck for 30 feet of land on Sunnyside Avenue for street purposes only. This deed was accepted on motion of Council- man Elkins , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman presented a request from a non-profit organization for the paving of a drive way. The Council recommended denial of this request in as much as it has been the policy of the City not to use their men and equipment in competition with pri- it nate contractors. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, authorization was given for the payment of Warrant No. 7210, in the amount of $19,975. 15 to the Glanville Plumbing Company as progress payment on the sewer project. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the police Department and the Fire Department for the month of October, 1953, and the annual report of the Police Department for: 1952-1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned Attest : arry R. Whaley City Clerk 17 x- Mayor of e City of Redlands II , nal , ' Redlands,. California November 17, 1953 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend John H. Muller,. Bethany Reformed Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously ex- amined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held November 12, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4202 located on the south side of West Crescent Avenue between Center Street and Pacific Street, William D. Pettis, owner, be approved with the following provisions: a) Sidewalks excluded b) Provide adequate turnarounds on lots so that cars will not back into the street. c) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommend- ation of the Planning Commission was approved. In connection with the above development, Manager Workman brought up the possibility of improving Pacific Street at this time. Mr. Pettis has agreed to give ten feet from the entire length of his pro- perty on Pacific Street, install curb and gutter and pay for one-half of paving if the City will remove the old curb and gutter, bring street to grade and pave other one-half of street. Manager Workman stated that ehe cost to the City would approximate $3750000 . On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the Manager was instructed to negotiate with Mr. Pettis and proceed with steps necessary for this street improvement. 2. That the request of Fred Arth for permission to split property on the south side of Mariposa Drive be approved with the following provisions: a) Extend paving to gutters on Mariposa Drive b) Street improvement to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. c) Sidewalks excluded d) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the petition of Philip B. Lukei, agent for the Ruby Mascart Estate, to thandon the portion of Mcllhenny Road from Sixth Avenue to Marion Road be approved provided the petitioners stand expense of abandonment. I On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application was presented from the Assistance League relative to a proposal that decorative red and green globes be installed in the street lights on Highland Avenue in connection with their fund rais- ing plan to have several open houses on Highland Avenue on December 13, 1953. On motion of Councilman 6Z a, . A ��11J66 - -------------- Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the City Manager was instructed to work with the Assistance League in providing the desired lighting provided it can be done at no expense to the City. I'• ij From the Chamber of Commerce, a request that the City supply the necessary labor to install steel !I R122 for five sets of Christmas decorations to be placed across Orange Street between Highway 99 and Colton Avenue. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, this request was app- roved. Motion carried unanimously. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented ands read; From the State Division of H g ways, tabulation showing the apportionment of the October, 1953 quarterly payment of the gas tax allocation for expenditure on city streets. From the State Division of Highways, first supplemental memorandum of agreement covering the pro- posed expenditure of gas tax allocation to the City for major city streets during the fiscal year 1953-54. Resolution No. 746, adopting the budget and approving this agreement was presented and adopted by the Cr) following roll call vote: .! AYES: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins NOES: None S ABSENT: None Manager Workman brought the Council a suggestion from the County Water Conservation District relat- ive Ili to water spreading grounds in the Santa Ana Canyon, As a considerable area exists for this purpose r A above the City owned wells, it was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, that the City spend up to $500.00 for bulldozing and general improvement work, funds to come from unappropriated budget funds, Motion carried. Chief of Police Slaughter extended the Council an invitation to attend a Peace Officer's meeting to be held in Riverside November 21, 1953. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 960. This Ordinance had been presented and given first reading at the last Council meeting: (Establishing and routing one-way traffic on certain streets) . • Coming up for adoption at this time, it again was subject to much discussion. A petition with 56 signat- ures was presented in protest of the proposed north to south routing of one-way traffic on Fourth Street; also, several interested business men were present with oral protests, among them, Mr. Frank Taylor, Mr. A. E. Fisher, Mr, Charles Parker and Mr. Jerome Herman. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, Ordinance No. 960 was revised to designate Fourth Street between Highway 99 and Olive Avenue as a one-way street for north bound traffic only. Motion carried. Thus amended, Ordinance 960 was again given a first reading and laid over underthe rules. ORDINANCE NO. 965, Extension of and connection to the sewer system, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following : AYES: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. 1 f NOES: None I, ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 966, An Ordinance setting up charges for sewer services outside the City Limits, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. NOES: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 967, An Ordinance of the City of Redlands providing for two hour parking on Eureka i! Street between Brookside Avenue and Olive •Atenub, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the r 11I I 230 following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. NOES: None ABSENT: None Manager Workman brought the Council a report on the claim for damages to property owned by the Crystal Springs Water Company, said damage caused by a broken water line owned by the City. Mr. Workman repeated his assertion that $500.00 was a fair offer to settle and did not recommend meeting the demand o" ron of Mr. Heron for $750.00 cash or $500.00 plus four domestic water connections. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried, the Council concurred in the recommendation of the City Manager. NEW BUSINESS The matter of the anticipated amount of supplemental water needed by the City and the location or route of line to distribute supplemental water was discussed at this time. Mr. Bradley, representing Engineer Boyle, stated that reports are in process of preparation and should be ready for presentation upon the return of Mr. Boyle from out of state. Mr. Edward Dibble outlined various methods of delivery which might be used by the M.W.D. in the delivery of water. Councilman Anderson stated he felt the . City should indicate interest in their purchase of a pro-rata share of water if and when the City should join the proposed M.W.D. annexation. Mayor Folkins reported that additional funds are needed in the gbove plan preparation program, coming special election, etc., and asked Council to sponsor a meeting of interested business men, agriculturists and industrialists, with the view of raising funds. The Chamber of Commerce would handle all detail of th this meeting. The Council agreed unanimousl3!with the suggestion of Mayor Folkins. Manager Workman reported the offer' to the City of 21 shares of Redlands Heights Water Stock. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, Mr. Workman was authorized to purchase this stock at $75.00 per share, free of assessment at time of purchase. An agreement between the City of Redlands and Theodore and Katherine Helme for a right-of-way easement across their grove for the new sewer line was presented and the Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to sign on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Authorization was also given for the payment of Warrant No. 7285 in the amount of $2,203.50 (1469 feet at $150 per foot) to Theodore and Katherine Helme for the above easement according to the previous agreement on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Motion carried. A request by the House of Neighborly Servide for free water to take care of a proposed baseball diamond and junior football field on the grounds of the House of Neighborly Service was presented and referred to Manager Workman and the Water Department for a report at the next Council meeting. A request for street lighting on Oriental Avenue west of Orange Street was referred to the office of the City Manager. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: 111From the City Treasurer and the Building Inspection Department for the month of October 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: �• W City Clerk 9h. Aa Mayor Of he City Of Redlands 231 Redlands, California December 1, 1953 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened withthe pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend George W. Morrel, Trinity Episcopal Church. 0 A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS �^ At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held November 19, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of E.J. Thiessen for zoning variance to use his residence at 1026 Cedar Avenue, located in first residential zone, as headquarters for selling Filterl Queen vacuum cleaners, with no signs and appointments to be made by telephone for home demonstration, be approved with t he following provisions : a) No employment of help other than members of the resident family. b) No use of material and equipment not recognized as being a part of the normal practices in the zone in which the use is a part. c ) No sales of products or services not produced on the premises. d) No building shall be altered structurally or remodeled for the above purpose e ) The use shall not generate pedestrian or vehicular traffic beyond that normal to the district in which it is located. f) It shall not involve the use of commercial vehicles for delivery of materials to or from the premises. g) No storage of materials and supplies, indoor or outdoor, for purposes other than those permitted in the zone. h) It shall not involve the use of signs other than those permitted in the dis- trict of which it is a part. i) No more than one room in the dwelling shall be employed for the home occupation'. .) No building or space outside of the main vuilding shall be used for home occupational purposes. k) In no way shall the appearance of the structure be so altered or the conduct of the occupation within the structure be such that the structure may be reason- ably recognized as serving a non-residential use (either by color, materials of construction, lighting, signs, sounds or noises, vibrations, etc. ) 1) Do not create a nuisance to residents in the area who use the telephone and other public utilities and facilities. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of John Burr for zoning variance from a 25 foot setback to a 7 foot setback for the purpose of constructing an addition to their residence at 6 East Sunset Drive be approved because the property for which this variance is requested is on a steep hillside area and the conditions and circumstances are applicable to this property and its intended use and do not apply to other property in the same area. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Manager Workman presented an application from Philip B. Lukei for a quit claim deed from the City of Redlands for their interest or title in the small triangular parcel at ` SAA I 900 the present intersection of Sixth Avenue and Mcllhenny Road in order to clear title in connection witht he abandonment of the old section of Mcllhenny Road from Sixth Avenue to Marion Road. Ori motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, authorization was given for the signing of deed for the above described prop- erty providing that the City receive a quit claim deed for that small triangle west of the wall bordering the property, Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, a request that certain streets be closed to traffic$ for the First Annual Festival of Bands on December 5th, 1953. As this had been cleared with Police Chief Slaughter, on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, this request was approved. Motion carried, From the United Pacific Company, anniversary premium notice on CLP No.50435, in the amount of $8,995.92. From Wesley Break, County Board of Supervisors, an invitation for the City Council to meet with the Board of Supervisors December 9th, 1953, at 2:00 P.M. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, Mayor Folkins and Manager Workman were instructed to direct a letter to the Board relative to t :e Council' s stand on Air Pollution Control and requesting a report at the above meeting. Motion carried. From the League of California Cities, notice of a meeting at the California Hotel in San Bernardino on December 11, 1953. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 960, One-way trafficc on certain streets in the City of Redlands. This Ordinance was to have a final reading and be presented for adoption at this time. Again much discussion arose relative to routing of traffic, north to south or south to north, the necessity of ani street being made one-way, the question of best method to provide more parking in the downtown shopping area. Opposing the proposed plan in per- son were Mr. Harold Harris, Mr. Jerome Herman, Mr. Frank Hughes and Mr. Morgan Freeman. A petition with 32 signatures in protest was read by Clerk Whaley. After pointing out to the business men present that the plan was one presumably approved by the Merchants Division of the Chamber of Commerce before presentation to the Council, it was moved by Councilman Putnam that Ordinance No. 960 be dropped, the problem returned tot he Chamber of Commerce, and withthe suggestion that a more complete cross-section of opinion be ob- tained as well as a survey by expert traffic engineers before the matter of one-way streets was again brought tot he City Council. Motion was seconded by Councilman Ander- son and carried. The request of the House of Neighborly Service for water service for a ball field was reported on by Manager Workman and Water Superintendent Ritchie. Because of the policy of the City that some charge be made for water used by non-profit organizations on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the request for free water was denied with t he provision that the irrigation rate be made available to them for recreational purposes. �:. NEW BUSINESS On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids for gasoline and motor oil for the City' s needs for the coming year, 2/1/54 to 1/31/55. Manager Workman presented a request from Mn James Simonds that the City abandon a 15 foot right-of-way dedicated at one time for street widening purposes on Roosevelt Road between New Avenue and Highland Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, that abandonment proceedings be approved provided no previous cost had been incurred and that petitioner pay cost of abandonment. Motion carried. Mr. Heron, Crystal Springs Water Company, was again present with his claim for damages to his land caused by a broken water line beldnging to the City of Redlands. Mn Heron is now asking $700.00 or $500.00 plus four domestic water services to his property. This claim had been previously denied by the Council and Mr. Heron's latest request 13 brought no change in Council' s previous offer to settle for $500.00 With no water ser- vices outside the City Limits. REPORT The report of the Police Department and the Poundmaster for the month of November 1953 was presented a nd ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. 1 I No further business demanding attention a t this time, on motion, the Coundil adjourned. ? ie Attest : Harry R. Whal y City Clerk Mayor o heCity of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California December 15, 1953 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Fred Workman, Deputy City Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened witht he pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Herbert Rogers, University Methodist Church. X motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held Dec. X10, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : I , I 234 1. That the request of Mrs. Pearl W. Montgomery, on behalf of property owners, be approved for the following : That the area of Palm Avenue from Alvarado east to the storm water ditch west of the Donald Wyllie grove, including both sides of Palm Avenue and extending south to Highland Avenue, be restricted to lots having a minimum of 70 foot frontage and 140 feet or more in depth. This approval included the recommendation that Ordinance No.950 be amended to include in the 9000 sq. ft. lot size sone the following area: West boundary: Alvarado Street East boundary: Storm water ditch west of Donald Wyllie Grove. North boundary: A line 150 ft. north of and parallel to Palm Avenue. South boundary: The existing line 150 ft. north of and parallel to Highland Avenue. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of George W. Pratt for public hearing for a zone variance from a 25 foot setback to a 5 foot setback for construction of garages on three hillside lots on the south side of Crescent Avenue between Elm Street and Highway 99 be approved with the following provisions : a) Install curbs and gutters b) Extend paving to gutters c ) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman it ktns, and carried, this request was referred back to the Planning Commission for more specific plot plan. ' 3. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4326, located on the east side of Cajon Street between Cypress Avenue and Palm Avenue, James C. Hargrave, owner, be approved witht he following provisions : a) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. b) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. c) Street named Cajon Lane to be renamed. On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this , recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 4. Tentative Map of Tract No. 4327, located on the east side of Judson Street be- tween Colton Avenue and Sylvan Blvd. , Truman Browne, owner. Judson frontage : Minimum lot size; 6500 sq. ft. Minimum frontage; 60 ft. East por- tion of subdivision: Minimum lot size; 9000 sq: ft. , Minimum frontage, 70 feet. The Planning Commission believes it is the intent of Ordinance No. 950 to hold to wider lots with a frontage of 70 ft. or more rather than strict adherance to the 9000 sq. ft. lot size. Lots 19 to 33 of Tract No. 4327 are under the 9000 sq. ft. minimum lot size but have frontages of 70 and 75 feet and are well proportioned. Also, the shape and loca- tion of the subdivision, the good street circulation plan and price range of the proposed homes justifies the following recommendation: That Tract No. 4327 be approved with the following provisions : a) Colton Ave. , Install curbs and gutters to provide for 48 feet of paving b) Judson Street : 1) Change dedication to 2 ft. to give 64ft street. 2) Install curbs and gutters to provide for 40 ft. of paving. 3. Extend paving to gutters 4. Eliminate lot 46, leaving 6 lots facing Judson Street with a minimum frontage of 70 feet. c ) Sylvan Blvd. 1. Install curbs and gutters to provide for 36 ft. of paving. 2. Extend paving to gutters. d) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. e) 10 foot water easement to the City along east side of Lots 1 and 18. f) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, ' l the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Mr. Rex Cranmer, on behalf of Dr. Milbank fort he Redlands Community Redevelop- ment �I Agency, requested adoption of Resolution No. 747, for supplemental financial as- sistance as provided by Title 1 of the Housing Act of 1949 to assist local slum clear- ance and urban redevelopment, this financial assistance necessary to cover budget operation from February 1, 1954, to May 1, 1954. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, Resolution No. 747 was adopted by the following roll- call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Putnam, Van Diest , Elkins and Mayor Folkins. Noes : Councilman Anderson Absent: None Mr. H.A. Mills at this time presented an offer to the City of one-half hour of Mill Creek water for $2500.00 plus 100 inches of ' B Contract ' water for a grove located on the north side of Brookside Avenue east of Tennessee Street. It was moved by jl it Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, that this proposal be accepted with the provision that a reservoir site on the east end of the property, withi, a right-of-way thereto, be deeded to the City of Redlands. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Mrs. Emma Mothena, a request for a waiver or special permit for parking her car in front of 32 Eureka Street. This street was recently posted for two hour parking The Clerk was instructed to write Miss Mothena and point out that the 2 hour parking ordinance was put into effect at the request of the majority of residents in that area and to suggest she obtain permanent off-street parking some place. From John B. Surr, a protest relative to separate collection of County and City taxes. From the Shoreline Planning Association pf California, Inc. , a request for support of a resolutiondesigned to keep the present provisions of Section 6816, of the Public Resources Code, intact. Action on this matter was tabled. From the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, a letter of appreciation for cooperation of the City in the recent Fall Festival of Bands. From Cleveland Smith, a communication relative to the estimated time necessary to complete the codification of Redlands City Ordinances. Manager Workman was directed IAA Fr - 236 236 to write a letter in protest of the delay in the completion of this work. From the Department of Commerce, Bu8giu of the Census, a voucher in the amount of $122.84, as refund on cost of the special census run for the City of Redlands in March, 1953. From the California Water and Telephone Company, notice of charges set up to be made, effective January 1, 1954, for phones furnished as provided under the former franchise. UNFINISHED BUSINESS RESOLUTION OF INTENTION #748 . A Resolution of Intention to close a portion of Roosevelt Road, in the City of Redlands . The request for abandonment of this portion of Roosevelt Road between New Avenue and Highland Avenue had been approved at the last Council meeting. Resolution No. 748 was approved at this time with the provision that Mr. James Simond, petitioner, post $100.00 to cover cost of abandonment proceeding, bythe following roll-call vote : AYES: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. NOES; None Absent : None. Manager Workman reported that a compromise agreement had been reached in the damage claim of the Crystal Springs Water Company, amount agreed upon as $600.00. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, Attorney Wilson was instructed to draw up damage release papers for this amount of settlement to May:Heron and Avalon Heron for the Crystal Springs Water Company. Motion carried. Manager Workman presented for approval phases 4-5-6-, 1953 Sewer Plans, as recom- mended by the Currie Engineering Company. After considerable discussion and detailed inspection of the plans, it was the wish of the Council that the plans be returned to the Currie Engineering Company withthe request that they justify the route proposed. NEW BUSINESS OLD WYATT THEATER PROPERTY: At this time, on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids on property owned by the City of Redlands located at northwest corner of Colton Avenue and Orange Street. , known as the old Wyatt Theater property. Motion carried. Bids to be called for the February 2, 1954 meeting. Mayor Folkins announced that Mr. Wesley Break, Chairman of the County Board of Supervisors , requested that a representive of the City be appointed to meet with the Board relative to a suggestive structure for promoting better City-County cooperation. Mayor Folkins agreed to attend this first meeting, time at present unset , on behalf of the City of Redlands. Mayor Folkins announced that the terms of Brooke Sawyer and L. P. Scherer on the Library Board and of Mrs. Barry Dibble and James Butler on the Planning Commission will expire December 31, 1953. Any recommendations for these appointments will be presented by Mayor Folkins for approval at the neat meeting of the Council January 5, 1954. Manager Workman reported that Engineer Boyle ' s comprehensive survey and recommend- ations on water problems in the City of Redlands will be completed and in t he hands of the Council for study by the week of December 21st , 1953. 9t)S.' ;,.eF Payment to Glanville Plumbing Company. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, authorization of payment of Warrant No. 7515 in the amount of $5441.64 to the Glanville Plumbing Company on Estimate No. 4 on the Sewer Project was approved. Payment to the Currie Engineering Company. Payment of Warrant No. 7528 in the amount of $2725.29 to the Currie Engineering Company for supervisoral work on the Sewer II Project was authorized on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman presented a request from D.L. Holliday for permission to assign the lease of the Tri-City Rock Company to Mr. Glenn Whitlock and Mr. Leroy Hansberger. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, this request was approved it with the provision that all outstanding indebtedness to the City of Redlands be cleared. Motion carried. r`iIl �* A report from Water Superintendent Ritchie on the results of the test on East Lugo-i nia Well No. 2 was read and authorization for the installation of the pump and the com- it pletion of the line was given on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman it Van Diest. Motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 968, an ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the making of 111 false reports to the Police Department, introduced on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, read for the first time and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 969, an ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the imper- sonation of persons of the opposite sex, read for the first time and laid over under the rules. Introduced by Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. .j MISCELLANEOUS Councilman Anderson reported that there seemed to be need for enforcement of trash and rubbish burning hours as set up by ordinance. He suggested that a notice setting forth legal burning hours might effectively be enclosed with water and disposal bills. I� Fire 6hief Rundberg stated that a log was being kept on complaints and that second offenders, after warning, would begflted. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: lil From the Fire Department and the Building Inspection Department for the month of November, 1953. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. Nofurther business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. / Attest : l /1 Harr . H. Whale; ty Clerk 1 k. Mayor o t e City of Redlands A I 238 Redlands, California January 5, 1954 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Putnam, Van Diest, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Mr. Delmar Nelson. First Church of Christ, Scientist. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be' dispensed with and same be approved. RESOLUTION At this time Dr. Walter B. Townsend addressed the Council relative to the water shortage in San Bernardino Valley, urging support of the Council as a body for a *YES" vote at the coming San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District Election on January 26, 1954. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, the follow- ing resolution was adopted: THAT: "THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS GOES ON RECORD AS FAVORING THE FORMATION OF THE SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT AND URGES A "YES" VOTE , ON JANUARY 26 , 1954. " BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for gasoline and motor oil for the City' s needs for the coming year, January 31, 1954 to February 1, 1955, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Richfield Company, Tidewater Associated, Standard, Union Oil, Texas Company and Peterson' s (Mobilgas) . See bid file for prices. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, these bSdt ,wereereferred to the City Man- • ager and the Purchasing Department for study and recommendation. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held Decem- ber 29, 1953, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. That the request of George W. Pratt for a zoning variance from a 25 foob set- back to a five foot setback for construction of garages on three hillside lots on the south side of Crescent Avenue between Elm and Highway 99 which had been returned to the Planning Commission by the Council for more detailed plot plan be approved with the following provisions : a) Install curbs and gutters b) Extend paving to gutters. c ) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. On motion. of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 9 0 4,),) 2. That the request of Moyah Clark for a zoning variance from a 25 foot setback to an 18 foot setback for the 'conMuc'ion of an addition to residence at 500 Westwood Lane be denied due to lack of sufficient evidence of hardship to the property. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, this recommenda- tion of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the request of R.K. Williams for permission to split 49 feet from the rear of his property located at 426 Fourth Street between Fern Avenue and Home Place to add to rear of adjoining lot located to the north for construction of a garage be li approved with the following provisions : a) That the depth of split from property (designated a Lot A on map submitted) be , 46 feet instead of 49 feet in order to keep Lot A to standard size. b) That the present garage be removed from Lot B. c) That no additions be permitted to existing building on Lot B. d) Construction of garage only on split property and a turnaround to be provided on said property. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the cc above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. SEWER PLANS it At this time a matter of unfinished business was brought up as Engineer Currie had been asked to justify to the Council the route mapped on the second phase of the 1953 S$$$r Plans and was present att his time to do so. The Council expressed satisfaction withthe plans and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and III carried, approval was given on the revised and modified plan. Sewer Project 1953. The Council at this time instructed Attorney Wilson to start preliminary work in the ob- taining of easements for the line and report thereon at the next meeting of the Council. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS A petition for a variance to Sign Ordinance No. 877 of the City of Redlands from the Southern California Engineering Corporation on behalf of the Willhite-Rexall Drug Store was denied on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, Both Fire Chief Rundberg and Building Inspector Phelps stated that t he sign, already installed , was too heavy for the marquee and a dangerous hazard in the event of a fire. Motion carried unanimously. From the California Electric Power Company a request for a right-of-way easement across Lot 71, Tract No. 2959, Evans and Lang Subdivision, County of San Bernardino, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, and the Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to sign said right-of-way easement on behalf Of the City of Redlands. From Mr. Roy Luket a petition for a permit to park his automobile 24 hours a day II in front of 419 East Citrus Avenue was denied on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: N. I 240 From the Knights of Columbus, a letter expressing appreciation for the cooperation of the City and the use of the Auditorium for their Christmas party in December. From the Division of Highways, tabulation showing the apportionment of the revised October; 1953 quarterly payment of the gas tax allocation for major city streets. From the Department of Motor Vehicles, apportionment of Motor Vehicle License Fee Fund forthe period June 1, 1953 through November 30, 1953. Manager Workman at this time read an anonymous communication which had been received by Planning Director Conner relative to the number of automobiles parking in metered zones by use of special emergency permits issued by the City Manager' s office. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkinsm that all emergency parking permits be revoked as of January 11, 1954. Motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 968, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the making of false reports to the Police Department, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes: None Absent : None ORDINANCE NO. 969, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the impersona- tion of persons of the opposite sex, read for the second time and adopted by the follow- ing roll-call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes: None Absent : None Councilman Anderson asked that the City check into the possibility of more adequate ! street lighting, particularly at some of the Fern Avenue intersections. Manager Workman stated that a survey was being made at the present time. NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 970, an Ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the abandon- ment of ice boxes and refrigerators accessible to children, presented, read for the first time and laid over under the rules. Mayor Folkins announced the following appointments which were approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, snd carried; To the Library Board, Mr. Brooke Sawyer and Mr. LP. Scherer for terms of four years, To the Planning Commission, Mrs. Barry Dibble and Mr. James. Butler for terms of three years. Manager Workman brought the Council two resolutions which had been presented by the City Planner' s Department of the League of California Cities and recommended their approval; the first to encourage further study and action concerning the definition ' of a ' subdivision' of land, the second support of the resolution relative to freeway routing. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, these two resolutions were approved. Mayor Folkins asked if it were the wish of the Council t®nmsat with Water Supt. Ritchie% for further information relative to the City' s water problems bafora the formal acceptance of Engineer Boyle' s report. Jan.12,. 1954, 7 :30 P.M. ,was time set for meeting. 2`' .. WATER CONTRACTS WITH 'OPTION B' Transfers of water contracts with' Option B' from Edward W. and Viona V. Harper to Mabel Seavey and from James H. Guy, Jr. , and Ruth E. Guy to Ann L. Clay were approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and the Mayor and City Clerk authorized td5 sign said transfers on behalf of the City of Redlands. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman announced the next meeting of the Citrus Belt Division, League of III California Cities, to be held in Redlands January 22, 1954. It was agreed, at the suggestion of Mayor Folkins, to invite the members of the Redlands Planning Commission to be guests of the Council at this meeting. Manager Workman asked and was granted permission to contact the . School Board rela- tive to the furnishing by the schools of crossing guards near the schools in order that some of the police officers on duty in this capacity at present may be releived for Cother duties. cc REPORTS cC Reports from the Police Department and Poundmaster and the Fire Department for the month of December, 1953, were presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee . No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion the Council adjourned. Attest : Harr , R. Wha City lerk Mayor o he City of Redlands 9 )9 )9 )9 )9 )4 )4994994 Redlands, California January 12, 1954 8:00 o'clock P.M. By written consent of all Councilmen a special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, was held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Anderson, Elkins and Mayor Folkins; City Manager Workman. Absent : None This special meeting was called for the express purpose of considering a lease ont City owned property in the Mentone District between the City of Redlands and the Grand Central Aircraft Company, a corporation. II After due study and consideration the following Resolution No. 749 was presented: RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Redlands, California, that the within and foregoing Lease, dated January 12, 1954, by and between the City of Redlands , Lessor, and the Grand Central Aircraft Co. , a corporation, Lessee, which lease has already been executed by the said Lessee, BE AND THE SAME IS HEREBY APPROVED, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ORDERED that the Mayor and the City Clerk of the City of Redlands, be and they are hereby authorized, empowered and directed to execute said. lease on behalf of the said City of Redlands. I�� 242 This Resolution was then adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : None In connection with the above business a lease on the property under consideration held by Kenneth Lewis was ordered cancelled on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. No further Business demanding attention at this time, on motion,othe Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Wh ley City Clerk Werra_ / air/e ,. ayor!•P t e City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California January 19, 1954 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Dieet , Putnam, Elkins , Anderson and Mayor Folkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. I ' Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Oscar Sedam, Council of Churches. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examinedthe record of the minutes of the list meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Ralph Jenkins addressed the Council with a request for an extension of time for the final approval on 31 lots of the Scholton Subdivision, West Fern Avenue and San Mateo Street. At the time the tentative map was approved for this subdivision, the subdividers were granted one year in which to file their final plans. That time expires February 17, 1954. Also, as the tentative map was approved prior tothe enactment of an ' amendment to the zoning ordinance increasing the square footage per lot requirements in that area, Mr. Jenkins asked that approval be -given on the same footage requirements as the approved tentative map. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Council- man Elkins, and carried, an extension of time was granted until the March 2, 1954, meeting, with the recommendation that the Planning Commission study these plans and submit their findings to the Council relative to the lot areas as well as the time extension. BIDS As this was the time set by the Council for the awarding of the gasoline and oil 2t3L bids for the coming year, Manager Workman reported that the Tidewater Associated Com- pany was the low bidder. However, the bid was not signed noq accompanied by a signed letter of transmittal. All bids were therefore rejected and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , the Manager and the City Clerk authorized to call for new bids for the February 2, 1954, meeting. Motion carried. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held I' January 14, 1954 the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. That revised tentative map of Tract 4225, University of Redlands, owner, located south of Mariposa Drive and east of golf course, total of 34 lots, be approved ' with the following provisions : a) That the east line of Lot 22 be extended northeasterly(from a point 165' north from Country Club Drive) to intersect north line of Lot 23 at the cul-de-sac. Line shown on Planning Department file copy of the tentative map. This ex- 3%) tension will increase size of Lot 22 and prevent double access to lot 23. c1 b) That the end of dedication between Lots 19 and 24 be extended south to south cL line of 20 foot access road. Dedication to provide for 60' right-of-way. c) That the end of dedication between Lots 13 and 14 be extended south to south line of Lots 13 and 14; said dedication need not be improved at this time provided the University of Redlands furnishes to the City of Redlands a satis- factory guarantee that the University will improve this dedication at such time the street is required to be opened to develop property to the south. d) That the 20' drainage easement be placed between lots 2 and 3 and be improved to specification of City Engineer. e ) Sidewalks excluded. f) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. g) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of John E. Melcher for permission to split into two lots property located ont he north side of Highland Avenue between Cajon and Alvarado Streets be approved with t he following provisions : a) Provide a 5 foot utility easement on the north side of the property extending from Alvarado Street. b) Install sidewalks of the same width as existing sidewalks in this block. c) All street improvements to be to line grade and specifications of the City Engineer. d) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the ' above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the request of Russell W. Johnson for permission to split property located on west side of LaSalle Street between Citrus and Highland Avenues be approved with the following provisions : a) Parcels A and B Install curbs -and gutters to provide for 36 ' of paving. Extend paving to gutter. b) Parcel C LaSalle Street : Install curbs and gutters to provide for 36 ' of paving. Extend paving to gutters. , I 244 Citrus Avenue : Install curbs and gutters to provide width of paving specified by City Engineer. Extend paving to gutters. c) Sidewalks excluded d) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. e) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion ofCouncilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. Regular meeting time of the Planning Commission has been changed to the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month beginning February 9, 1954. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the State Board of Equalization, notification of Alcoholic Beverage License Application for the Redlands Golf and Tennis Association Club House, Garden and Mari- posa, Redlands, California. n ism Qpppggqa�w� l�H !) a III1915 4 From the Community Music Association, a request for reservation of a considerable number of dates in addition to the regularly reserved Tuesday and Friday nights of the Summer Concert Series at the Redlands Bowl. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, Clerk Whaley was instructed to contact Mr. John Pike relative to the use of the Bowl and the possibility of making it available to more outside groups. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following commun&cations were presented and read: From Carl T. Rimbaugh, an invitation to the Council to attend the Colton Community Fair on Memorial Day. From the Public Utilities Commission of California, notice of an application for rate increase by the California Electric Power Company. From the League of California Cities , bulletin advising of staff changes on the Leagues Board of Directors. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 970, an ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the abandon- ment of ice boxes and refrigerators accessible to children, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : None ORDINANCE NO 971, adoption of the Building Code of 1952, presented, read for the first time and laid over under the rules. Manager Workman presented for approval an assignment of lease of D.L. Holliday to 11Leroy Hansberger and Glenn Whitlock dba Tri-City Rock Company. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this assignment was approved and the Mayor and the Clerk authorized to sign same on behalf of the City of Redlands. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman at this time reported to the Council on various water rates, neither domestic or irrigation, now in effect. Considerable discussion followed, with P 245 Council studying chart presented. The Council agreed that the Crafton Orange Growers should be changed to the domestic rate effective 2/1/54 billing. It was then sug- 1I gested that an amendment to Resolution No. 710 be considered which would more clearly define the requirements for the agricultural or irrigation rate. II Manager Workman presented for approval a new contract between the City of Redlands ' and Roy V. Schutt of Calimesa for garbage collection in the City. On motion of Coun- ' oilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, this contract from January 1, 1954, to i December 31, 1954 was approved. I I A request was presented from the Horticultural Society for storage space for canva II and various display material. Water Superintendent Ritchie suggested htat an old pump V II house not presently in use might serve their purpose if roofed and repaired. To be II checked into and reported. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, authorization was II 30 C,1granted the City Treasurer to exceed his budget in the amount 2000.00 to provide C�.a g $� added clerical help and equipment. Motion carried, ell- Manager Workman requested authorization to contact the State Division of Highways relative to joint street lighting at various intersections of Lugonia Avenue, a state highway. Church Street, Orange Street and Judson Street were specifically mentioned. II I II On motion of Councilmen Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, the I Manager was authorized to contact the State., II it II REPORTS Report of the Building Inspector for December, 1953, was presented and ordered III filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. 1 No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council I adjourned. 7v I Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk ,Z22, c%i�L imp �J' i Mayor of t e City of Redlands, Calif. 9 1 0'=0+0-0-0-0-0-0-0- IIRedlands, California ;I February 2, 1954 I 7 :00 o' clock P.M. r A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular I. 1 1 place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins; City I II Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman, Deputy Clerk Soper. I, Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Rev. Dan Plies, Christian Missionary Alliance Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting , that the reading of 1, ii the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. I, I 246 e b e" `y &0 " ORAL PETITIONS (514 zlv Mr. John Pike addressed the Council for the Redlands Community Music Association relative to rehearsal and program dates for the use of the Community Bowl. The Schedules for this season includes three light operas which with the numerous rehearsals required will reserve the Bowl for the use of the Community Music Association exclusively June 21-22-23-24-25-26-28-29-30, July 2-6-8-9-10-12-13-14-15-16-17-19-20-21-23-27-30, August 2-6-10-13-17-20-23-24-25-26-27-28-30-31, September 1-2-3. It was moved by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, that the schedule of reservations as outlined be approved. Motion carried. Mr. S.V. Hunsaker presented a request to the Council for extension of time for the preparation of final maps on Tract No. 4094, Pioneer Avenue between Texas and Webster Streets. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried an extension of one year was approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for gasoline and motor oil for the coming year, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: (See bid file for summary of prices. ) From: Richfield Oil Company; Standard Oil Company, Union Oil Company, Texas Com- pany and the Tidewater Associated Company. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, ' it these bids were referred to the Manager and the Purchasing Department for study and recommendation. Bids on City-owned property at the northwest corner of Colton Avenue and Orange Street were at this time publicly opened and declared as follows : From: Redlands Security Company, A. Gregory, $31,000.00; from Harold A. Winn, *37,500.00. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, t. these bids were referred for study. Motion carried, SERVICE AWARD PRESENTATION At this time Mayor Folkins presented a service award plaque to Mr. Elmer Moore who retired from service January 31, 1954 after over 40 years as a city employee. The Mayor gave a brief review of Mr. Moore ' s span of service to the City of Redlands, ex- ' pressing regret in losing a valued worker and extending the good wishes of the Council to Mr. Moore. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held January 28, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of A. Milton Miller on behalf of the Southwest Broadcasting Company, Inc. , for public hearing for a zoning variance for the erection of a 200 foot tower and a 12 x 12 foot transmitter building for the use of Radio Station KCAL, prop- erty located in a 1st Residential Zone approximately 500 feet east of the Southern Dacific. Depot site in San Timoteo Canyon, be approved with the following provisions : a) That an adequate fence be placed around installations and guy wires. b) That reasonable landscaping be provided. • I ' Manager Workman read a letter addressed to the Council from the Redlands Chamber of Commerce expressing approval of the requested variance. On motion of Councilman' Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4366, Emmett J. Raehn, owner, located on the (north side of Sunset Drive between Serpentine Drive and Crown Street be approved with the following provisions : a) Sunset Drive 1. Provide additional dedication of 5 feet for street purposes. 2. Lower the grade at intersection of Crown Street and Sunset Drive 3. Install curbs and gutters , extend paving to gutters. b) Seppentine Drive 1. Provide additional dedication of 10 feet for street purposes 2. Install curb and gutter, exyend paving to gutters . C) •-^ c) Crown Street f 1. Install curb and gutter to provide for 36 feet of paving. 2. Pave to street center line. C d) Lots facing Sunset and Serpentine Drives provide adequate turning facilities on lots to permit vehicles to head into street. e ) Before grading lots for future building, owner or subdivider shall receive clearance from the Building Inspector and the City Engineer. f) Sidewalks excluded g) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. h) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4365, Walter Sutter, owner, located on the east side of Crown Street between Crescent Avenue and Sunset Drive be approved with the following provisions : a) Extend curbs and gutters on the east side of Crown Street. b ) Pave to center street line c ) Provide adequate turning facilities on lots to permit vehicles to head into 11 street. d) Before grading of lots for future building, owner or subdivider shall receive clearance from the Building Inspector and City Engineer. e) Provide restriction to prevent future lot splits. f) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. g) Sidewalks excluded h) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, the ' above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 4. That the request of 'Ralph D. Jenkins for a one year extension of time for the completion of Final Map for Unit 2, part of the Tentative Map of Tract No. 4119, located In the southeast corner of West Fern Avenue and San Mateo Street , be approved with the ('following provisions : a) Provide a 6 foot side line setback for interior lots. b) No exceptions to the dubdivision ordinance . kA I 8 On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That the guest of the Board of Trustees of the Redlands School District to close Stillman Avenue from Division Street west to a point which will parallel the west border of the present school site be approved with the following provisions : a) Provide adequate turn-around for Stillman Avenue on west side of school property. b ) Dedicate and improve an alley on the west side of property to extend from the south side of Stillman Avenue to the existing alley to the south. c ) Provide a utility easement to the City for utilities now in Stillman Avenue and provide that no building shall be constructed on said easement. d) Division Street : Install curbs, gutters and sidewalks. e) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. A considerable delegation of property owners from Stillman Avenue were present. Addressing the Council in protest to the proposed closing were : MR. C.W. Nickles Mrs. D. Danielson Mrs. Fred Peake Mr. Chauncey Hansen Mrs. J.W. Hansen Mr. J.W. Hall Mrs. Beatrice King Petitioning the Council on behalf of the school for the proposed closing were : Mr. F.E. Lucas, Mr. Don McIntosh, and Mr. ,Robert Campbell. After lengthy discussion on this matter it was moved by Mayor Folkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, that action be tabled until the next meeting of the Council with a survey to be made of Division Street and Chapel Ctreet by the City Engineer, also an inquiry to be made of the School Board relative to the school assuming part of the cost of improving Division Street. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Folkins was instructed to forward to the State Highway Commission at Sacra- mento a letter from Mr. Simon Eisner, Planning Consultant, requesting studies of free- way routes through and to the south of Redlands on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, Motion carried. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Chamber of Commerce Merchants Division a request to install on street light posts cards 21 x 4 feet in size to advertise Dollar Days event February 19 and 20 was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried. From Myers Borthers for the Sunset Oil Company a request for deviation to Ordinance No. 718, Section 6 , to permit the installation of three 6,000 gallon underground storage tanks at 108 N. Beacon Street was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, after Fire Chief Rundberg had given favorable recommendation. From the Disabled Veterans Industries, Inc. , a request for exemption of business license to operate in the City of Redlands was denied on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communication were presented and read: From the Public Utilities Commission of California, opinion relative to the alloca- tion of state funds for grade crossings. Councilman Anderson suggested that a survey be 249 made of crossings within the the City of Redlands and Manager Workman was directed to report recommendations at a later meeting of the Council. Manager Workman announced the meeting of the San Bernardino Valley Water Conser- vation District February 3, 1954, 1 :3- P.M. , in the City Hall Auditorium. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 971, an ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting the Uniform Building Code of 1952, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Van Dint, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. NOES : None ABSENT: None An Amendment to Resolution No. 710, Rules and Regulations of the Water Department cancelling service deposits, eliminating all flat or special rates, defining spedific requirements for agricultural or irrigation rates and setting up charges for extension t'^ of and connection to mains, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES: Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. ct NOES : NONE ABSENT: NOne NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman reported on revenue derived over a one month period from the Cason Street parking lot. It was the opinion of the Council that as the lot was now paid for that if and when additional lot or lots for parking were acquired by the City ii the meters should be removed from the Cajon Street lot. Manager Workman at this time introduced Mr. Durwin Davis of the University of Redlands who will intern in city administration in the Manager' s office this semester. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids on February 16, 1954, for a bulldozer and tractor and �I trailer for the street department as per specifications. Motion carried. Attorney Wilson presented for adoption Resolution No. 750 whereby the City of Redlands accepti a Grant Deed from the Western Fruit Growers for a 75 foot strip of land running through the East Lugonia property now leased by the Grand Central Aircraft Company. This Resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Van Diest , Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. ' ABS : NONE ABSENT; NONE RESOLUTION No. 751 approving a Quitclaim Deed from the City of Redlands to William J. and Peggy L. Jacinto for portion of Lot XX, Crafts Map of Redlands, commonly known as portion of Mascaat Estate , was adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES; Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins NOES ; None ABSENT; None On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the Mana- ger' s office was authorized to protest payment of phone bills now rendered for telephonels furnished free under former french ise. This protest pending the outcome of ligitation presently under way in Petaluma testing the legality of franchises for telephone Com- panies. I Q The Manager' s office was authorized to protest the return to the Cites* of the Civil Defense 'Skywatch'program. Councilman Elkins reported the offer to the City of five shares of South Mountain Water stock at $100.00 per share. The Council felt that the City should not pay over $75.00 per share for water stock at this time. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Police Department , the Fire Department for month of January, 1954. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. kaey City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands 000000000000000 Redlands, California February 16, 1954 7:00 o'clock A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins; Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Rev. Roy L. Ruth, First Methodist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously ex- amined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held February 9, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request made by Mrs. Elizabeth Putnam, Chairman of the Building Committee, Redlands Day Nursery, for zoning variance to construct a day nursery for young children on the north side of East Brockton Avenue between Occidential Street and a projected extension of University_Street be approved with the provision that the property be developed with no exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of the Redlands School District for zoning variance to construct an Elementary School building oft the south side of Pennsylvania Avenue between Orange Street and Church Street be app- roved with the following provisions: • a) Pennsylvania Avenue: 1. Deed to the City of Redlands 32' for street purposes. 2. Install curbs and gutters, provide for 40' of paving. 3. Install sidewalks. 4. Pave to center street lines. j - 4 Oat ' b) West property lines: 1. Dedd to the City of Redlands 30' for future street. 2. Furnish to the City of Redlands a guarantee that the Redlands School District will improve at such time the street is required to be opened to develop property to the west. c) South property lines: j 1. West 360' - Deed to the City of Redlands 30' for street purposes. II 2. Install curbs and gutters. Provide for 36' of paving. 3. Install sidewalks. 4. Extend paving to existing paving. 5. East 300' - Deed to the City of Redlands 10' for future1drainage, to be improved by the Redlands School District at such time property to the east is developed. d) Provide ample off street parking. e) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. f) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. g) That the City of Redlands be given the first opportunity to purchase the water stock or rights on this property. li On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. ii 3. That the request of Mr. K. N. Matthews for permission to change the lot frontage of Lot 2from 100' to 75' on property located on the south side of Fern Avenue between 1015 W. Fern Avenue and 1049 West Fern Avenue be approved' with the following provisions: a) No building permit be issued for Lot 2 until faithful performance bond is posted to install sidewalks on Lots 1 and 2. b) Street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. c) No exception to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the above recommend- ations of the Planning Commission was approved. The request of the Redlands School Board for the closing of a portion of Stillman Avenue was brought up for decision at this time. This matter had been brought to the Council at February 2, 1954, meeting with the Planning Commission recommending approval of request. Council deferred action pending survey by City Engineer of possible cost of necessary widening of Division Street and improving of Chapel Street. Manager Workman reported the result of this check, giving the Council a figure of $5,210.00 for Division Street widening and improvement, of which the School Board would assume $2,650.00, and $3,820.00 for Chapel Street work. A representive group of property owners again protested this closing of Stillman Avenue with Mr. C. W. Nickles, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Peake and Mrs. J. W. Hansen personally addressing the II Council. In favor of the closing were Mr. Oscar Sedam, Mr. F. W. Lucas, Mrs. Caroline Amodt and Mr. Don McIntosh. Clerk Whaley presented a letter with 11 signatures in protest, also a petition with 158 sig- natures, a letter and .a record of traffic count in favor of the proposed closing. After discussion it was moved by Mayor Folkins that the previous recommendation fo the Planning Commission be approved with the added provision that the school assume their share of improvement of Division Street and that the property now being abandoned by the City should revert to the City if it ever be abandoned as a school site. Motion was seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried unanimously by roll-call vote. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for a bull-dozer, tractor and trailer for the street department, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: (See bid file for prices) From: Bramen-Dickerson, Loge and Yount, Gay's Construction, Lynn Truck Co., Shaw Sales and Service Co., and the Johnson Tractor Co. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, these bids were referred to the office of the Manager with authorization to act in his best judgement. Bids on City owned property at Colton Avenue and Orange Street which had been submitted by A.Gregory and Harold Winn at the last meeting of the Council. On motion of Councilman Putham, seconded by Council- man Elkins, and carried, neither bid was accepted. iL A iwdb .xl. The bid of the Tidewater Associated Oil Company to supply the needs of the City with gasoline and oil for the period ending March 31, 195, being deemed the lowest and best bid, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Motion carried. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by; Councilman Elkins, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids on March 16, 1954, for the laying of approximately 3200 feet of 10" water main on Oak Street and Franklin Avenue from Hwy 99 to Hilton Avenue and approximately 800" .on-Franklin Avenue west of Oak. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Redlands Camera Club for the use of the Auditorium the week of July 31 - August 7, 1954, and the use of the Bowl, Library Square, City Hall building and grounds Sunday August 1, 1954, 12: noon until 6:30 P.M,c for their annual Photo Diesta. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. An application from the Redlands High School for use of the Auditorium June 10-11, 1954, and the Redlands Bowl June 11, 1954, for the Senior Prom and Graduation Exercises respectively, was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. From the Vera Lynn School of the Dance, a request for the use of the Bowl for a dance recital and rehearsal June 17 and 18, 1954, was approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried. A request from the Redlands Schools for the use of the Sylvan Plunge for the use of the Senior High School Boys' Physical Education Class from May 3 through May 28, 1954, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. Motion carried. From the Redlands Public Schools an inquiry relative to the possibility of the Redlands Joint Union High School aequiring the Pepper Park property adjacent to the Redlands Junior High School was presented. This was referred to the Clerk's Office for a check of the records as to whether the property was acquired by the City for park purposes only. From the Redlands Public Schools, a request from the Board of Trustees for cancellation Bf city taxes as of February 10, 1954, on Block 11 and Block 12, Smith's Sub. No. 2 and Block 12, Smith's Sub. No. 3, was tabled on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded byyCouncilman Van Diest, and Attorney Wilson was instructed to forward a letter to Assemblyman Hinckley giving full particulars of the probable use of this land in the next 3 to 5 year period, (educational or commercial), and requesting Assemblyman Hinckley obtain a ruling from the Attorney General relative to this exemption. From Redlands Lodge, BPOE, a retest that business license fees in connection with an Indoor Circus Performance for the Cerebral Palsy Fund be waived was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Planning Commission a letter of appreciation for the invitation to attend the League of California Cities dinner January 22, 1954. From the Smiley Library an invitation for the Council to attend an open house at the Library on th ! r 6') their 60th anniversary February 23, 1954. • From Barton Ruggles, Fifth Avenue Swimming Club, letter requesting a copy of the Boyle report when available. An invitation was extended the Council members to attend a Peace Officers graduation class to be held February 20, 1954, in Riverside. 253 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Attorney Wilson reported work progress and good cooperation in obtaining easements for the second I, phase of the sewer line being laid in the north end of Redlands. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, the Council accented the completed i' it first phase of the new sewer line as constructed by the Glanville Plumbing Company. Motion carried. The Boyle Water Report was accepted and ordered filed on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded '1I by ouncilman Putnam, and carried. I I NEW BUSINESS II RESOLUTION NO. 752, a resolution calling a regular municipal election to be held in the City of �I i; Redlands April 1 1954, to elect three City Councilmen for the full term of four 3, years was adopted by �i the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. NOES: None ABSENT: None PManager Workman presented an application to purchase lieu lands unsuitable for cultivation, 40 acres, being a protion of S/We, N/WI of Section l4 TP 1S, R 3W, San Bernardino Base and Meridian, and on motion Cve of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, the Mayor and the Clerk were authorized to sign this application on behalf of the City of Redlands. Motion carried. Manager Workman brought the Council a request from the Little League Baseball Club for permission j to establish another ball_ground north of the present playing field, with the league to do all the necessl=, ary work and the City to maintain. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and ii carried, this request was approved with the provision the Colton Avenue side be fenced and all install- I1 ation be made under the City's supervision, I; The matter of an old service station at the corner of Texas and West Colton Avenue, owned by the Ii City was brought up and on motion of Councilman Van Diest, Seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried, the old buildings were ordered demolished. An easement through a portion of Lots 9 and 10, Block 77L San Bernardino Rancho, for storm drain purposes only from Julius Patrosso, et all_ was accepted and the Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to sign same on behalf of the City of Redlands on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, Motion carried. REPORTS Reports of the Building Inspector and City Treasurer for the month of January, 1954, presented n and ordered filed: Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. jl >3,17:72G(J G� AT'T'EST: Harry R. Whale City Clerk I ^ a II Mayor of t City of Redlands 11 11I LII LI ill V. A Fr 254 Redlands, California March 2, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A. regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins; Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, 'followed by the invocation by Mr. Louis Woodbury, Latter Day Saints Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. on PETITIONS Mr. Barton Ruggles requested Council consideration for the continued use of the Fifth Avenue Reservoir as a swimming pool by the Fifth Avenue Swimming Club. It had been the thought of the Council that this reservoir, owned by the City, might be put into use by the City Water System. Manager Workman, from the Boyle Report , stated that as the service this reservoir would provide was limited and the cost to put it into service would be approximately $37,000.00, it was not desirable for water storage pur- poses at this time. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, Manager Workman was directed to advertise this property for lease rental and to nego- tiate with any interested parties. Motion carried. Mr. Ruggles asked that some con- sideration be given to lower water rates for this pool should their club lease it again. Mr. Root, for the Ross United Shows, requested Councilman permission to operate a Carnival Show in the City March 10th through March 15, 1954. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this request was approved with the provision the show be properly policed and cleared withthe local police, fire and health departments and the required city license be obtained. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held February 23, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. 1 That public hearing for a zoning variance, requested by Mr. F.E. Lucas, acting superintendent of Redlands School District , to construct an Elementary School building on a ten acre tract located as follows: North boundary, South Avenue; East boundary, Henrietta Street; South boundary, Ivy Street; West boundary, Myra Street. It was moved, seconded and carried unanimously that the Planning Commission re- commend to the City Council approval of this requested variance with the following provisions : a) No exceptions to the improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. b) That the Commission call to the attention of the Council the objections voiced by abuttin property owners to the requirements of sidewalks in the hill side area. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this request was tabled until Council meeting of March 16th, 1954. c ter-3 eJ c_ 2. That the Tentative Map of Tract 3777, west side of Roosevelt Road between Home Place and Cypress Avenue, Floyd R. Lenox, owner, be approved with the following provisions : a) Perry Road; Improve with 36 ' of paved roadway. b) Provide adequate turn-around on west end. c ) That lot depths of lots 6,7 and 8 be changed to correspond with the First Residential Zone line of this area. d) That one lot be eliminated in the block of lots 9, 10 and 11 and 12, the frontal age be readjusted' to give two lots with a minimum frontage of 80' balance to Lot 12; depths of these lots to be increaseed by 30' . e) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the request of Dalton V. Garstin to re-align lot lines between Lots 1 andil 3 on the south side of Franklin Avenue between Cajon and Garden Streetsto improve frontage of Lot 3 on Garden, portion taken from Lot 3to be added to Lot 2, be approved with the following provisions : Should either of Lots 1 or 3 be developed as one unit 1g sidewalks be excluded with no other exceptions to improvements as required by the sub- i d division ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 4. That Tentative Map of Tract 4392, Unit 2, located on the north side of Center Street , between Crescent Avenue and Henrietta Street, Forsberg and Gregory, owners, be — I approved with the following provisions : a) Center Street; Dedicate 5' for street purposes startting at the end of the 60' right-of-way, extend to east line of Lot 12. b) Move south line of Lot 8 north 5' to allow for 100' depth for future lots facing Center Street. c) Improve future street with 361 of paved roadway. d) Parkway area along Center Street to be excavated to sidewalk grade for 6 feet from curb a nd then on an upward grade of 2 to 1. e) Sidewalks excluded. f) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. g) Bring to the attention of the Council the drainage problem as indicated by the City Engineer. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That Map of Tract No. 4083, located on the east side of Center Street between „.,. Cypress Avenue and Palm Avenue, which had previous approval as both a Tentative and Final Map but on which legal time limits have expired be approved as a Tentative Map with the following provision: a) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. It was moved by Councilman Anderson that this request be returned to the Planning Commission for further study as to increasing the lot sizes where necessary in order 'I to bring all lot areas up to present required size. Motion seconded by Councilman Put- nam and carried unanimously. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the National Orange Show for local P.T.A. groups to sell tickets for the Orange Show in a booth on a downtown corner, preferably the northwest corner of State and Orange Streets, was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, , seconded by Councilman Elkins. f� IAA 9As 5i A petition with 105 signatures protesting the possibility of the Redlands School District taking over the property adjoining the Junior High School known as Pepper Park was presented and Mrs. C.M. King and Mr. Fred Knapp addressed the Council in person in support of the petition of protest. After much discussion, Manager Workman was instructed to confer with Mr. Lucas, Superintendent of Schools , belative to the proposed use of this property by the school and to bring in a report at the the Council at an early date on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam, Manager Workman brought a request from the United States Army for written approval for the two "A" type frame enlistment signs, one in front of the Bank of America and the other in front of the Postoffice. This request was denied on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A new proposal relative to the purchase of City owned property at Colton Avenue and Orange Street was received from Harold Winn and presented at this time. Mr. Winn' s new offer for the property was $40,000.00 with the understanding that the City retain the easterly 18 feet 3 inches of the property for future widening of Orange Street. Mr. Winn personally addressed the Council with the request that if the Council was favorable to his offer consideration might be given for possession at close of immediate escrow. On motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this offer of Mr. Winn% was accepted. As this transaction will terminate the present lease it was agreed to give possession in the next 40 days or as soon as possible. Considerable discussion followed relative to the proper allocation of this payment to the City of $40,000.00. It was moved by Councilman Anderson that this payment of approximately $40,000.00 be deposited tothe Cemetery Department operational fund upon its receipt and thereafter transfer be made to the General Fund of such moneys over the balance due the Cemetery Department on the lease in rent until September 30, 1954. Motion carried unanimously with a second by Councilman Elkins. Upon recommendation of the City Manager and the Purchasing Department award of bids on a bulldozer, tr&&&er and tractor for the street department were approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, as follows : Bulldozer to the Johnson Tractor Company, Riverside, Calif. Trailer to Gay' s Construction Equipment Co. , Riverside, Calif. Tractor Cab and Chassis to Loge and Yount, Redlands, Calif. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 753, A RESOLUTION ORDERING THE WORK of closing the easterly 15 feet of Roosevelt Road between the south line of New Avenue and the north line of H4ghland Avenue, presented and adopted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Putnam,and carried. RESOLUTION NO. 754. A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO CLOSE A PORTION OF STILLMAN AVENUE intthe. City of Redlands , presented and adopted by the following roll call vote : AYES; Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. NOES: None ° ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS _ --___ ___- - - - - -__ __ Clerk Whaley requested Council approval to change the name of Clubhouse Drive, northwest from Westwood Lane, to Beverly Drive. This change was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried. II Mayor Folkins presented for approval the name of Mr. E.-T. Fletcher for re-appoint- ment to the Redlands Redevelopment Agency for a term of four years. Approved on motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 972, an ordinance of the City of Redlands making Citrus Avenue and Orange Street a 4-way traffic stop, introduced, read in detail for the first time and laid over under the rules. Manager Workman reported that Mr. Leo Conklin, who had offered the City 21 shares Ali of Redlands Heights Water Stock at $75.00 per share, was now asking the City assume an approximate $84.00 assessment on these shares. Council indicated they were not favorable to this request. eq Manager Workman requested and on motion of Council was authorized to have a job classification and salary survey made, cost to be approximately $1700.00. Motion was made by Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried unanimously. Said survey to be made as soon as possible for 1954-1955 budgeting purposes. CITY ATTOgNEY Attorney Wilson presented for approval an additional Supplemental Agreement between the City of Redlands, the West Redlands Water Company, and the State of California whereby the new well being drilled in Block 14, Map #2, Redlands Heights , is to be drilled an additional and extra 200 feet which will make the new well 500 feet deep, at a cost of $14.50 per foot completed. This total additional cost to $2900.00 to be shared as follows : City of Redlands, $2f00:'00; West Redlands Water Company, $300.00. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to sign this agreement. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Fire Department , Police Department and Building Inspection Department for the month of February, 1954. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ` z (Area-eel Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk / 'payor of /1%e City of Red ands Ili i I 958 Redlands, California March 16, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place ' of meeting. Present : Councilman Van Diest, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins; Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Putnam The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance , followed by the invocation by Reverend Leonard Vermeer, Protestant Reformed Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Dr. Charles Irvinbrought to the Council a request for permission to enlarge his present small animal hospital by building on his lot over the zanja, also that the City give consideration• to the paving of the alley between 8th and 9th Streets and Highway 99 and State Street. The Council recommended that a survey be made of this alley and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, Dr. Irvin was granted permission to build on his own property over the zanja, all construction to comply with building regulations. Motion carried. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the laying of a 10" water main on Oak Street from north of Highway 99 to Franklin Avenue, on Franklin Avenue to Hilton Avenue, and the laying of a 6" water main on Franklin Avenue from Oak Street northwesterly to existing line, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: Weardco Construction Company San Bernardino L. J. Coughlin & Son San Bernardino Bejac Construction Company Buena Park Service Pipeline Company Long Beach H. B. Stevens Riverside Macco Corporation Paramount Ledford Brothers Long Beach Ace Pipeline Pomona Kevry Construction Company Banning S.E. Pipeline Construction Whittier J. E.Young Pipeline Construction Los Angeles These bids were referred to Water Superintendent Ritchie for immediate study and recommendation. Later in the meeting Mr. Ritchie brought in the recommendation that the bid of the Weardco Construction Company in the amount of $4291.00 being the lowest and deemed best for the City be approved. This approval was given on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held March 9th, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Joe Jacinto Andrews to split three lots from property lo- cated on the west side of Roosevelt "wad between Palm Avenue and Highland Avenue be approved with the following provisions : 2e 9 a,), Provide a 51 utility easement across west end of Lots A & B. b) Provide a 71 utility easement across property to the north of Lot B and in line , with easement across Lots A & E. Said easement to extend to Palm Avenue. c ) Extend sewer from manhole on north side of Palm Avenue to Lots A & B. d) Construct sidewalks in Roosevelt Road across Lots A, B & C. e ) No exceptions to improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of A. DeMann to split two lots from Lot 3 of property located on the south side of Franklin Avenue between Garden and Cajon Streets be approved with the following provisions : a) Lot A: 1. Parkway area along Cajon Street to be excavated to sidewalk grade for 6 feet from curb and then on an upward grade of 2 to 1. 2. Provide adequate turning facilities on the property to permit vehicles to head into street. 3. Repair curbs. b) Lot B: 1. Grade parking to sidewalk grade. 2. Install curb and gutter 3. Extend paving to gutter c) All street improvements to be to line, grade and specifica tions of the City Engineer. d) No other exceptions to improvements required by the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins , and carried, this I� recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the request of Mr. Arthur Miller to split a building site of approximately 1 2/3 acres from property located on the west side of the end of Sixth Avenue at Marian Avenue be approved with the following provisions : a) That part of Marian Avenue south from Sixth Avenue be vacated by the City of Redlands, said vacation to be at property owners expense. b) That this vacated right-of-way be recorded asa permanent private road easement for abutting property owners , access for utility purposes and emergency vehicles. c) That owners post a sign indicating said road to be private . d) That the building Inspector be authorized to issue no more than two additional dwelling permits for property using said vacated avenue as access. e) That not more than a total of 4 premises be served from this road. f) That the owners be urged to create, at approximately the end of the road, a turn- around of adequate size to accomodate fire equipment and other utility vehicles After a study of the maps by the Council it was moved by Councilman Anderson and seconded by Councilman Van Diest that this split be approved with the following provi- sions : d) That the Building Inspector be authorized to issue no more than two additional dwelling permits for property using said avenue as access. le ) That not more than a total of four premises be served from this road. f) That the owners be urged to create, at approximately the end of the road, a turn-around of adequate size to accomodate fire equipment and other utility vehicles. Motion carried unanimously. At this time the matter of the request for public hearing for a zone variance to construct an elementary school on a ten acre site located between Ivy Street and South it Avenue and Henrietta and Myra Streets was brought up for decision. This had been tabledj' at the last Council meeting pending a survey to be made as to the status of South Avenue!( Having determined that the City has a dedicated right-of-way the full length of South Avenue the zone variance was granted on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by AA I Councilman Anderson. Motion carried. Mr. F.E. Lucas, acting superintendent of schools, and Mr. Earl Witmer, School Board member, addressed the Council witht he request that Burgis Street be closed as previously petitioned. After considerable discussion, Councilman Elkins moved that the request be denied until such time as the School District are ready to build the school and develop the property. Motion died for want of a second. Councilman Anderson then moved that the Planning Commission recommendation of February 23, 1954, be approved as submitted, that the City proceed with the closing of Burgis Street between South and Ivy and with the added provision that if this property is not developed as school property within the next seven years, this 'street be re- dedicated to the City for street purposes. Mayor Folkins seconded this motion, which carried. Councilman Elkins voted 'No. ' APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Mr. Hartley Hillsen, representing the 'Baseball for Boys ' Committee brought the Council an oral request for the City to advance the Little League organization $1,000.00 in either cash or materials, this to develop the second playing field which the Council recently approved. Council was favorable to this advancement of materials in the amount of $1,000.00 and the request was approved on that basis on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson, with the City Manager and Attorney Wilson instructed to work out details relative to repayment to the City. A request from the Iota Tau Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi for permission to be on the ' downtown streets collecting donations for the Easter Seal Dri.v+eApril 10, 1954, was appro- ved on motion of Councilman Elkins, secondedby Councilman Van Diest , and carried. From the American Legion Post 106 a request to use the Auditorium and Council Chambers for a District meeting May 2, 1954, at no charge, was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. From the Southern California Edison Company a request for a Grant of Easement for pole right-of-way over City owned property in Mentone, a portion of Lots 9 and 10, Block 13, Stretch Map of Mentone, now leased by the City to the Grand Central Aircraft Company was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Public Utilities Commission copy of order modifying Decision No. 49565, relative to grade crossings within the city. From the State Department of Public Works, acknowledgement of recent communication from the City concerning future location of proposed freeway. From the City Beautification Committee of the Contemporary Club a request that the City consider providing rubbish cans or containers to be placed at stragetic points , especially In the business district. The Council discussed this matter, with Manager Wotkman stating he had seen them used to advantage in other communities but that the cost per container would run between $40.00 and $50.00. It was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, that a start be made with the purchase of six sidewalk trash cans. Motion carried, with Manager Workman instructed to work out best location. —yam or 1 From the League of California Cities, bulletin relative to pending legislation in II the State of California effecting cities covered by the League. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 972, an ordinance of the City of Redlands making the intersection of Citrus Avenue and Orange Street a four-way 'STOP' intersection, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll call vote : II Ayes : Councilmen Van Diest, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins Noes : None Absent : Councilman Putnam, The matter of the old Fifth Avenue Reservoir, which had been advertised for lease, came up at this time, Manager Workman reported that advertisement had brought no in- ( II terested parties and recommended that it be leased again to the Fifth Avenue Swimming Club. Water for the pool to be furnished by Bear Valley_ Water-Co, supplemented by City at_domestic rates. —'-y 0 rar Redlands Watery Protest with five signatures against the use of this reservoir as i Cg a pool was read. Mr. Dan C.A. Smith and Mr. Barton Ruggles spoke on behalf of the Club, I C and agreed to the seasonal rental figure of $150.00. On motion of Councilman Van Diest seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the Attorney was instructed to draw up a one year lease at the $150.00 rental , lease to contain an 8:00 o'clock P.M. curfew clause and insurance covergge provisions. 'I NEW BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO. 755, a resolution of the City of Redlands calling for the posting of vacant lots for weed cleaning, presented and adopted on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Anderson. In this connection Councilman Anderson moved, with A �I second by by Councilman Elkins, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids for I lot cleaning. Manager Workman presented amendments to Resolution No. 710, a resolution adopted it February 2, 1954, setting up changes for line extension, new connections , etc. , for the water department. These amended changes were approved on motion of Councilmath Elkins, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. A list of improvements for major city streets for which an unexpended balance of Gas Tax Allocation Funds are available was submitted by Manager Workman and on motion of IICouncilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Elkins, Mr. Workman was instructed to take II the necessary steps to get these projects under way. An Agreement between the State Personnel Board and the City of Redlands was pre- sented and on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried; this agreement that the State Personnel Board be employed to conduct a Job Classification) IIand Salary Survey for the City of Redlands was approved and the City Clerk authroized to sign said agreement. An Agreement between the Houghton Ambulance Service and the City of Redlands for I 1 the use of radio units in ambulances was presented and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, the Clerk was authorized to sign said agreement for 1954. I i Fr 26 2 Manager Workman brought up the matter of having a seismological study made of the East Lugonia properties and reported that such a study could be made by Engineer Boyle at a cost of $1500.00. The Council felt that this should be studied further before committment. ATTORNEY WILSON City Attorney Wilson presented Resolution No. 756 whereby the City of Redlands agrees to sell to Harold A and Helen C. Winn lot 1, Block A of the Inter-Railroad Add, excepting the easterly 18 feet, 3 inches which is reserved for street purposes, for the sum of $40,000.00. This Resolution and the Grant Deed to same were approved and adopted, by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilman Van Diest , Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : Councilman Putnam, A Deed from Mildred Farquhar Alexander to the City of Redlands for a ten foot strip of land on East Citrus Avenue, portion of Lot 4, Block 30, 2nd Prel Map of Redlands, for street purposes, was presented and accepted on motion of Councilman Van Diest , seconded by Councilman Elkins. A Quitclaim Deed from the City of Redlands to George and Kathryn Shatto covering a portion of Public Utility Easement, the SELY 4' of the NWLY. 7' , Lot 8, Tract No.4116 , High Palms Subdivision, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. / Attest : a P, R. Whale City Clerk Mayor of the ity of 'Redlands ds 1 6s V Redlands, California f April 6, 1954 o 7:OO o'clock P.M. I 1 A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins; Attorney Wilson, ' City Manager Workman, City Clerk Whaley and Deputy Clerk Soper. Ij Absent; None I11 ii The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Lawrence H. Sellars, State Street Christian Church. �, 1 A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously �I, II examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with II and same be approved. !I I ORAL PETITIONS I '1 Mr. Duane Bickle, Commander of American Legion Post 106, addressed the Council with a request for Ij F^ waiver of business license in connection with the lease and operation of equipment to be used in the C1 staging of a Community Fair for Legion welfare purposes on June 18, 19 and 20, 1954. On motion of it G Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this request for waiver of city businessil IiI license was approved. I 11 Mr. Virgil Luke, President, Redlands Chamber of Commerce, presented an itemized statement covering II the expenditures by the Chamber of the $1,500.00 allocated to that organization in the 1953-1954 budget Il and requested that a warrant in that amount be authorized. On motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded I by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this warrant was approved. it I As several interested parties were present, Attorney Wilson presented for approval a lease between II the Fifth Avenue Swimming Club and the City of Redlands for "the real property and appurtenances known II as the Fifth Avenue reservoir located on Fifth Avenue in said city." On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to execute this lease as presented. ' I Attorney Wilson presented Resolution No. 757, adopting a SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE RIGHT OF WAY Ii CONTRACT between the City of Redlands and the State Division of Highways, this amendment for certain 11 changes pertaining to the well being drilled by the State on city property, said well replacing one II taken by the State on property acquired from the City for highway purposes. Resolution No. 757 was ,I adopted and the Clerk authorized to sign for the City by the following roll-call vote: II Ayes: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes: None 1 Absent: None ii BIDS it As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for annual lot cleaning in the City of 11 Redlands, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: 1 From: H. Eugene Bell Redlands, California $4.00 per hour A. M. Anderson San Bernardino, California $4.00 per hour. II It was moved by Councilman Van Diest that these bids be referred to Manager Workman with power to 1 make the decision, preference to be given the local man all things being equal. Motion seconded by ) Councilman Putnam and carried unanimously. iI l ,I I 2,64 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held March 23, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. The Board of Trustees of the Redlands Joint Union High School District requests that the City of Redlands close the following streets presently contained within the outside perimeter of property owned by the High School District: a) Vista Drive from Beacon Street to the south line of the Senior High School property. b) Beacon street from its intersection with the south boundary of Fern Avenue to its inter- section with Roosevelt Road. c) All of Roosevelt Road lying north of its intersection with the proposed Home Place Street. d) Fern Avenue Iron its intersection with Citrus Avenue westerly to a point near the intersection of Beacon and Church Streets and Highway 99. It was the recommendation of the Planning Commission that this request be approved with the following provisions: a) Record utility easements for utilities now in streets. b) There shall be no construction of buildings over easements. c) Provide enough off-street parking for all cars now using streets. d) Church Streets North of Fern Avenue: New Section (1) Deed 60' for rights-of-way (2) Construct curbs, gutters both sides of street and pave 40' of roadway. (3) Construct sidewalks both sides of street. Old Section north to Central Avenue: (1) On the east side remove curb, gutter and parkway trees. (2) Construct new curbs and gutters to the west edge of present sidewalk. Extend paving to gutter. South of Fern Avenue: (1) Deed 50' rights-of-way. (2) Provide.5' parkway on Highway side. (3) Construct..curbs, gutters both sides, and pave 32' . (4) East side: Provide 8' parkway and construct 5' sidewalk. (5) Prohibit parking on west side of street. e) Home Place 1) Deed 60' rights-of-way: provide for 36' of roadway. 2) Construct sidewalks, curbs and gutters on north side and pave to street center line. f) Citrus Avenue 1) Make one-way entrance to bus loading zone at right angle to Citrus Avenue, minimum paved width of access, 24' . 2) Make one-way exit from bus loading zone at_right angle to Citrus Avenue, minimum paved width of exit, 24' . g) All street improvements to line grade and specifications of the City Engineer. h) No exceptions to improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. ' This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Mayor Folkins, with an added amendment that the Council agrees to aid in the listed street construction on Church Street from Citrus Avenue to Central Avenue to the amount of $2,000.00. Motion seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried. 2) The Planning Commission recommended approval of a Home Occupation permit to Mrs. Rena Elenbaas, 1220 North Alta Street, to construct a greenhouse and conduct a retail business in plants and cut flowers, with the following provisions:. a) Permit to be issued to construct a 9 x 12 greenhouse to the rear of the residence. b) No employment of help other than the members of the resident family. c) No use of material or equipment not recognized astbeing a part of the normal practices in the zone in which the use is a part. L 26 5 11 d) No sales of products or services not produced on the premises. I e) The use shall not generate pedestrian or vehicular traffic beyond that normal to the I district in which it is located. I, I f) It shall not involve the use of commercial vehicles for delivery of materials to or II from the premises. g) No storage of materials and of supplies, indoor or outdoor, for purposes other than ' those permitted in the zone. . h) It shall not involve the use of signs other than those permitted in the district of II which it is a part. i) In no way shall the appearance of the residence be so altered or the conduct of the i' business within the greenhouse be such that the residence or greenhouse may be I' 11 reasonably recognized as serving a non-residential use (either by color, materials, I. Iof construction, lighting, signs, sounds or noises, vibrations, etc.) On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, this recommendationII I of the Planning Commission was approved. r' 3. That the request of Mr. Charles C. Parker to split lots 167 and 168 with frontage on Brockton II 1 ii Avenue to form two lots fronting on Occidental Drive be approved with the following provisions: PI II a) Lot to the north have frontage on Brockton Avenue with setback as established by existing II houses in the block. it b) No other exceptions to improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. II ).° This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Elkins, II (..\; seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried. IP eII 4. That Tentative Map of Tract 4085, located east of Orange Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and San Bernardino Avenue; Alice Erwin, owner, be approved with the following provisions: II a) Pennsylvania Avenue: li 1) Show on map 32' street dedication: said dedication taken from street center line. li III 2) Provide for 40' paving. 3) Pave to center street line. l b) San Bernardino Avenue: 1) Install curbs 32' from street center line; extend paving to gutters. it 1 I i c) All street improvements to line, Bade and specifications of the City Engineer. i. d) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. h d On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation II hi of the Planning Commission was approved. I , 5. That Tentative map of Tract No. 4083, located east of Center Street between Cypress Avenue II I. and Palm Avenue, owner, C.E.M. Construction Corp., be approved with the following provisions: II ii I a) Remove old house on Cypress Avenue I b) Repair curbs on Center Street c) Should existing driveways on Center Street and Cypress Avenue not be used, remove and II replace with curbs and gutters. ;i d) Interior streets; improve with 36' of paved roadway. e) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. iI IOn motion of Councilman Van Diest, seconded by Councilman Putnam, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. i. 6. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 3785, located south of Sunset Drive and east of Country Club Drive, owner, Chester Salisbury, be approved with the following provisions: I I, a) Provide 10' utility easement across north side of lots 2 and 3. 11 b) Provide 10! dedication for street purposes on Sunset Drive as shown on Planning Department II file copy map. q c) All lots except lot 3 to have access from future street. II I d) Before grading of lots for future building, owner or subdivider shall receive clearance I' from the Building Inspector and City Engineer. I e) On Sunset Drive; excavate from property line on an upward grade of 2 to 1. II f) Future street to be improved with 36' of paved roadway. II 1 g) Sidewalks excluded. �� h) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. II pp On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins; and carried, the above recommends- tion of the Planning Commission was approved. I I 266 7. That the request of Antonio Gongales to split a lot from property located at 1140 Texas Street be approved with the following provisions: a) Remove sub-standard lean-to and garage now located on lot line. b) Driveway approach to this lot be brought up to City Engineer specifications. c) Sidewalks excluded - this is recommended because the entire street has been improved to sidewalk level by grading only. d) No other exceptions to improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was. approved. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Final Map of Tract No. 4365, Sutter's Subdivision, was presented and was approved on .motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam. Motion carried. • Final Map of Unit 2, Tract 4122, Pioneer Terrace, was presented and on motion of Councilman Elkins, seconded by Councilman Putnam, approved subject to the posting of proper bonds. Final Map, of Tract No. 4222, University Extension Tract No. 5, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded,by Councilman Putnam. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Clerk Whaley presented a request on behalf of the Lion's Club for waiver of business license. for members to sell brooms from door to door, proceeds to be used for the purchase of eyeglasses for needy children. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. From Mr. A. .J. Schott and Mr. A. V. Allen, a request that the City of Redlands consider an application to the State Highway Commission to open an area in the divided highway west of Orange Street. Mr. Schott is owner of the property at 22 and 24 West State Street and Mr. Allen is agent for the Greyhound and Metropolitan lines which companies propose to establish a modern bus terminal at the above location. The request for opening in the highway dividing island is an attempt to solve the problem of routing the east bound busses from the terminal east on Highway 99. Manager Workmanreported that the Highway Commission was definitely against this plan. After numerous suggestions and much discussion, it was moved by Councilman Putnam, that this matter be referred to Police Chief Slaughter and the office of the City Manager for study and recommendation. Motion seconded by Councilman Van Diest and carried. A petition of protest signed by 30 residents in the area on East State Street between 7th and 9th Streets was presented and read. This was in protest to the noises from juke boxes at Hudlow's Drive-In as well as racing motors and loud voices from cars parked on lot adjacent to the drive-in. Manager Workman reported that the juke box noise .had been toned down and that the Police Department cannot take action against noise on private property unless a complaint is signed against an individual party. Council suggested Manager Workman contact Gail Gowland relative to a barrier to prevent some parking on this lot. A protest from Mr. R. G. O'Brien, 32 Wheaton Street, against the parking of a truck in his block for 24 hours a day for some time. Manager Workman reported that this matter had been cleared up satisfactorily. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Attorney Rex W. Cranmer a copy of Mr.. Roscoe R. Deaton's application to the Public Utilities Commission to discontinue the operation of bus service between Calimesa. Yucaipa and Redlands. From the Southern California Gas Company, Franchise Tax statement and check in the amount of $6,540.72 for the calender year 1953. 007'Jo n From the Redlands Chamber of Commerce a letter of appreciation for the excellent cooperation accorded the Chamber by the members of the present Council; With special thanks to the three retiring members. From the Redlands Public Schools a letter of acceptance by the Board of Trustees of the conditions 11 set by the City Council for the closing of Stillman Avenue. From the Redlands Horticultural and Improvement Society a letter of appreciation for the !I cooperation of the City in the storing of their properties and the request that the City support their d coming Flower Show May 1st and 2nd, 1954• On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the Park Superintendent was authorized to help as in past years. Manager Workman read a communication from the League of California Cities relative to supporting legislation concerning the Air Pollution Program. The Council agreed that the City should support this il, program. Mayor Folkins read .a• proposed Resolution to be adopted by the City of San Bernardino requesting a LI (7) wider and later seasonal coverage in federal fire protection. No action from the Council at this time. •4 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Manager Workman brought to the Council a report on the proposed television monitoring equipment for the city jail. Mr. Workman stated that this equipment had the approval of the State Board of II Corrections and would eliminate the employment of added personnel. On motion of Councilman Putnam, 11 seconded by Councilman Van Diest, and carried, a trial installation was ordered, to be paid for next fiscal year if satisfactory. On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, and carried, the contract with Charles Foulke for structural engineering services to the City of Redlands was terminated as of April 1, 1954. NEW BUSINESS Renewal of the City fire insurance under Policy No. 170119, The Home Insurance Company, for three I years was approved and the premium for the first year in the amount of $3,291.75 ordered paid on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Attorney Wilson presented for approval an Agreement between the County of San Bernardino and the City of Redlands for the County to make and complete improvements on Madeira Street easterly from 11 Crafton Avenue approximately 1000 feet. City agrees to pay 50% of all costs. This Agreement was I approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins and carried. Building Inspector Phelps presented for approval the following names to the new Board of Appeals for the Uniform Building Code, 1952 Edition: George C. Forsberg Building Contractor Clare Henry Day Architect George Shatto Building Contractor gen Uist Mason Contractor aH r�—S. Grandy Gen. Manager, L. P. Scherer On motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, these appointments were approved. Attorney Wilson presented for approval a Quitclaim Deed for an Easement previously given the City of Redlands by Madelaine P. Jacobsen, Louis J. Patrosso and Julius V. Patrosso for ten feet, a portion ! of Lot 9, Sub of Lots 9 and 10, Block 77, San Bernardino Rancho. This easement was given the City for 1 storm drain purposes but should have gone to the County Flood Control. The deed returning the easement 1 I was approved on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Van Diest. 1.4 I 268 Manager Workman asked the consent of the Council to appoint a Committee from a cross section of citizens relative to solving the problem of litter and trash collection from the streets of the City. Approval was given to this suggestion. Manager Workman requested and on motion of Councilman Putnam, seconded by Councilman Elkins, was granted permission to purchase needed tune-up equipment for the City garage. This purchase to be made from present funds. Representatives of the State Personnel Board who are making a Job Classification and Salary Survey for the City at this time request a meeting with both the incoming and outgoing Council members together. This meeting was set for April 16, 1954. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the City Treasurer and Police Department for the month of March, 1954. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk Mayor of he City of Redlands o )o )o )o )o )o )o )o )o )o )o )o )o ) Redlands, California April 20, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins; City Clerk Whaley, Attorney .Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Leo C. Johnston, Church of the Nazarene. A motion was regularly made and seconded that : The members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. 111 This being the time fixed by statute and notice of election for counting of absentee ballots and canvassing the returns of the Municipal Election held on April 13, 1954, the Council proceeded to count the absentee ballots and canvass the returns, after which the following resolution No.758 was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, a general municipal election was held and conducted in the City of Redlands on Tuesday, April 13, 1954, as required by law; AND, WHEREAS, it appears 'that notice of said election was duly and legally given, that voting precincts were properly established, that election officers were appointed and election supplies furnished, and that in all respects said election was held and conducted and the votes cast thereat received and canvassedr and the returns thereof 1 90, 1) 4,Oa made, determined and declared in time, form and manner as required by the general laws of the State providing for the regulating of Municipal Elections in cities of the fifth II and sixth class; AND, WHEREAS, the City Council of said City met at the Council Chambers thereof on II Tuesday, the 20th day of April, 1954, at seven o'clock P.M. to canvass the returns of said election; and whereas the Council finds that as the result of said canvass that the II number of votes cast, the names of the persons voted for, and other matters required by ". law, to be hereinafter stated, now therefore it is hereby declaredl RESOLVED AND DETERMINED as follows : That said general municipal election was held and conducted in the City of Redlands ) on Tuesday, April 13, 1954, in time, manner and form as required by law; That there were 14 voting precincts established in said City for the purpose of holding said election, leteered A to N inclusive, a consolidation of the regular precincts Cs) I"r. 1 to 39, established for holding State and County Elections. I, That the whole number of votes cast in said City of Redlands at said election was ;� s it 4321. l That the names of the persons voted for, the offices for which they voted, the number of votes received by each of said persons , in each of said precincts, together with the whole number of votes which they received in the entire City are as follows : 1 I I I I \ 9 ,'. II p)t g I it A 270 1 1 i 1 CITY OF REDLANDS, CALIFORNIA 9,1 General Municipal Election s,..) c OFFICIAL RETURNS APRIL 13, 1954 --- --- ----- — II II o I z Crcz, CffiW ; O O W' . o A 1 - 2-34 147 i 147 131 r 88 86 152 45 293 B 3-5-6 157 172 159 86 97 172 52 344 I C 7-8-12 113 169 153 97 77 150 44 283 D 9-35-39 89 201 192 72 56 185 15 285 ".I y^ E e,1 13-14-27 97 179 209 99 80 160 24 293 F a 26-38 )58 156 186 92 67 164 14 257 G 38-29-37 110 263 280 101 82 240 14 375 H '20-31-32 91 214 237 143 104 225 23 363 I 4-10-11 77 161 164 76 80 141 34 261 J 15-16-19 103 146 155 105 91 144 45 276 K 17-18-21 88 209 219 125 91 184 24 321 L 22-23-33 77 204 215 105 92 198 33 324 Ii M 24-36 99 187 226 108 54 204 10 309 N 25-30 86 162 195 114 57 155 14 273 Totals 1392 2570 2721 1411 1114 2474 391 4257 Absentee 16 46 43 14 21 32 3 62 . TOTAL 1408 2616 2764 1425 1135 2506 394 4319 441- %I ' RESOLVED, therefore, that at said general municipal election in the City of Redlands April 13, 1954, the following persons were elected to the following offices respectful) : EMMETT OSBUN was elected a member of the City Council for the full term of four it years from an$ after Tuesday; April 13, 1954, and until his successor is elected and II qualified. ROBERT L. MORLAN was elected a member of the City Council for the full term of four years from and after Tuesday, April 13, 1954, and until his successor is elected and qualified. HENRY J. ROMO, JR. , was elected a member of the City Council for the full term of I' four years from and after Tuesday, April 13, 1954, and until his successor is elected and qualified. if AA Fr 970 I, Harry R. Whaley, City Clerk of the City of Redlands , hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was adopted by the City Council at a meeting thereof held Tuesday April 20, 1954, by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Van Diest, Putnam, Elkins, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. Noes : None Absent : None INSTALLATION At this time Certificates of Election were presented to Mr. Emmett Osbun. Mr. Robert L. Morlan and Mr. Henry Romo, Jr. The. City Clerk then administered the Oath of it Office to the three newly elected Councilmen. ORGANIZATION Before surrendering the gavel retiring Mayor Folkins stated that it was a privilege to have served the City the past four years and thanked the Council as a body for the loyal support and cooperation given. Mr. Folkins then assured the new Council that the same assistance and cooperation would be given them. The newly elected officers were then seated and the next order of business was the election of a Mayor for the next two years. Clerk Whaley called the new Council to order and called for nominations for Mayor. Councilman Romo nominated John H. Elkins. There being no further nominations, Councilman Morlan moved that the nominations be closed. Councilman Anderson seconded the motion. Clerk Whaley called a roll-call vote resulting as follows: Ayes : Councilmen Romo and Morlan Po vote : Councilmen Anderson and Osbun on ote : Councilman Elkins Attorney Wilson ruled, after inquiry as to meaning, that the two 'No Votes ' con- stituted twa non-votes and that Mr. Elkins was elected Mayor by the two 'Yes ' votes. Clerk Whaley therefore declared John H. Elkins duly elected as Mayor and turned the gavel over to him. Mayor Elkins thanked the members of the Council for the honor and pledged his best efforts to a fair and just administration. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April 13, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of William F. Nance for permission to split two lots from property located on the south side of Crescent Avenue between Elizabeth And Center Streets be approved with the following provisions: a) Construct new curbs on Crescent Avenue and repair gutters where necessary; provide a minimum of 20' radius on corners of Elizabeth and Center Sts. bQ! Grade sidewalk area. c) Sidewalks excluded. d) Street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer. e) No other exceptions to improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, this recommendation II of 'the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of Z.V. Davies for a house moving permit to move a new dwelling that has been used for a model home display from 895 Waterman Avenue , San Bernardino, to 627 Orchard Drive, Redlands, be approved. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, this request for a house moving permit was approved. 273 3. That the request of A. Jacinto for permission to split a building site from property located on the north side of Cliff Road in the hills ssouth of Sunset Drive in line with a projected south extension of Valle Vista Drive be approved with the following provisions : a) Deed to the City of Redlands 15' along south side of Lots 25, 30 and 33, and 51 along Edgemont Drive to southwesterly corner of property. b) Deed 40' along south property line from Edgemont Drive to east property line for street purposes. Improve 20 feet with all weather construction. c) Before grading of lot for future building, clearance must be received from the Building Inspector and the City Engineer. d) Street improvement to line , grade and specifications of the City Engineer. e ) Cliff Road to be graded by the City once each year only. It was moved by Councilman Anderson that the above recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved. Motion seconded by Councilman Morlan and carried. 4. That the request of Howard Phoenix to split two 10 acre groves into four 5 acre 1 groves, property located on the south side of San Bernardino Avenue between Church and Judson Streets, be approved withthe following provisions : a) Deed to the City of Redlands 7' along San Bernardino Avenue for street purposes. b) Deed to the City of Redlands 32' along the south line of property for future'] development of Pennsylvania Avenue. c) Construct curbs and gutters 32' from street center line on San Bernardino. d) Before building permit be issued for either five acre site to the south, Pennsylvania Avenue be improved to City Engineer' s specifications. e) All street improvements to line, grade and specifications of City Engineer..' f) 55' setback on the rear of each of the abutting 5 acre tracts to provide for future street. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP Club Final Subdivision Map of Tract No. 4225, Unit 3, Countrry Estates, was presented and approved subject to receipt of proper bonds and the deletion of Lot 34 and the Mayor and City Clerk authorized to sign on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Council- man Osbun. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the Military Order of the Purple Heart for permission to bring a truck display of modern and historic firearms to the City of Redlands sometime in 19541 was denied on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Rome. Motion carried. This denial was made on the recommendation of Manager Workman and Police Chief Slaughter. An application from the Redlands Public Schools for cancellation of City taxes on I� two parcels of land recently acquired by the schools as future building sites, said sites described asBlocks 11 and 12, Smith' s Sub. No. 2, and Portions of Section 22. This can- cellation to take effect as of March 11, 1954. It was moved by Councilman Romo, sec- onded by Councilman Osbun , and carried, that this request be approved with the pro- ' vision that the school pay one-half of the last half of the current taxes. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Youth serving Committee of the Coordinating Council a request that an overall view of the City Government be made available to students on Civic Day, May 4, II 1954, with a meeting withthe City Council at 1:00 P.M. This Council approved this re- quest and arranged at this time to adjourn to an adjourned meeting at 1 :00 P.M. May 4th.1 ,AA I 274 Manager Workman presented a communication from Martin C. Casey, San Bernardino attorney, relative to the suit filed by the Orange County Water District against the Cities of Colton, RialtoT Redlands, Riverside and San Bernardino, suggesting a joint meeting of the Mayors and Attorneys of the several cities. Attorney Wilson stated that a demurrer had been filed on behalf of the City of Redlands and that he was proceeding ] with action as indicated. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Vacation of Streets• for School purposes. As this was the time set for public hearings on the closing of Stillman Avenue west of Division Street and as no written protests had been received and no oral protests were made, it was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded Morlan, and carried, that the City Attorney and the City Engineer be instructed to draw up the resolution ordering the closing of that portion ofStillman Avenue. Attorney Wilson then asked the new Council to re-affirm the approval given by the previous Council for the closing of several streets within the outside perimeter of property owned by the High• School District, described as portions of Roosevelt Road, East Fern Avenue, Beacon Street and Vista Drive. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this approval was confirmed and the Engineering staff instructed to make the proper survey and bring in their recommendations, NEW BUSINESS Clerk Whaley presented for approval a.h&eaabment to the City of Redlands from Joe Jacinto Andrews for public utility purposes through a portion of Lot 8, Block D, 2nd Prel. (Map of Redlands , This easement was approved and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to sign by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins Noes : None Absent : None An insurance policy for fire and theft coverage on theCityls automotive rolling stock from the Globe Indemnity Company was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, sec- onded by Councilman Morlan, and the one year premium in the amount of 557. 39 was auth- orized. Manager Workman read a request from Yuba City that the City of Redlands support a bid from northern California for the locating in the State of the new National Air [Academy. Mr. Workman stated that to date there had been no unanimity on the part of the southern cities in this matter. No action by Council. Manager Workman on behalf of Water Superintendent Ritchie requested approval for the drilling of an additional 100 feet in the well now being drilled by the Division of , Highways for the West Redlands Water Company. This approval was granted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. This added depth not to exceed 100 feet, with the cost to the City of Redlands to be approximately $400.00 The Planning Commission extended an invitation to the Council to attend the meeting, of the Planning Commission on April 27, 1954, at 1:30 P.M. b 1 , ter; �o: d REPORTS The report of the Building Inspector for the month of March was presented and ordered filed. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting at 1:00 P.M. , May 4th, 1954, in order that students participating in Civic Day activities might attend. Before the Council left the Chambers, Mayor Elkins presented retiring Mayor Folkins with a certificate of appreciation for the fine work he did for the City while Mayor and Councilman Anderson made special note of and praise for the splendid work done by Mr. Folkins in the formulation of the water study district. Mr. Purnam and Mr. Van Diest having left the Chambers earlier, similiar certificates of appreciation will be presented to them at another time. rAIQ g Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk l,��� g- Mayor/of the City of Redlands Ii -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California May 4, 1954 1:00 o 'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the I regular place of meeting. Acting for the regular city officers, elective and appointive, were the Senior andl Junior High School students elected to the various offices for administrating the business of the City of Redlands on Civic Day, a part of Youth week activities. Present, Pro-tem: Councilman Hernadoz, acting for Councilman Osbun, Councilman Hangan, acting for Councilman Morlan, Councilwoman Bell, acting for Councilman Romo, Councilman McKibbon, acting for Councilman Anderson, Mayor Christenson, acting for Mayor Elkins , City Attorney Price, acting for Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Martinez , acting for City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Fox, acting for City 'Mana er Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance , followed by the invocation by Reverend Alejandro Trujillo, Divine Saviour Presbyterian Church. ' motion was regularly made and seconded that ; The members of the Council having I� previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed w ith and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Chris Barnes, on behalf of the Lion' s Club, requested permission to attach advertising posters to street light standards on Orange Street from the City Hall north to High Avenue and on State Street from Fourth to Sixth Streets. These posters to advertise a fund raising campaign by the Lions to supply eyeglasses for needy school AA I 276 children. Time of poster display, May 21 to May 27, 1954, inclusive. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this application was approved. I 1 APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the State Board of Equalization, notification of application for an 'ON SALE BEER' license by Tony Adamo, DBA Tony' s Cafe at 529 Orange Street. From the State Department of Education, Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation, a request on behalf of Miss Virginia Schaal of Loma Linda that business license require- ments be waived in order that Miss Srchail, who is sever®ly disabled, may be partially self supporting by selling doll clothes and aprons in Redlands. As this waiver of license has the approval of the City Tax Collector, it was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried unanimously, that this request be approved. From the Redlands High School, an application for t he use of the City Hall Auditor- ium for the Junior-Senior Prom on May 8, 1954' was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Permission was also given for the serving of refreshments on card tables inside the auditorium, this approval for this one time only. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Public Utilities Commission notice of a change in time of a hearing for rate increase by the California Electric Power Company. From the State Board of Equalization notice of allocation to cities of Alcoholic Beverage License Fees for period 9/1/53 to 2/28/54. Redlands share was in the amount of $2,917. 50 which brings the City' s share for the total allocation to approximately 3500.00 more than the previous year. rrom the State Division of Highways, a request that the State of California be no- tified of any new franchises issued by the City of Redlands. None have been issued and no applications are pending. From the Southern California Gas Company, approval of the closing of Stillman Avenue, west of Division Street. From the Controller of the State of California, estimate of apportionment to be made from the Motor Vehicle License Fund (In-Lieu Tax) for the fiscal year 1954-1955. This amount of j92,400.00 is based on the population figure of 20,022. NEW BUSINESS Mayor Elkins presented for approval the name of Councilman Emmett Osbun to serve as advisory member to the Redlands Planning Commission. This appointment was approved onl motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried unanimously. Manager Workman submitted to the Council a list of proposed Gas Tax Expenditures on Major City Streets for the coming year. Mr. Workman asked that the Council study the submitted list of streets which carry the approval of the City Engineer, and to bring in any recommendations at the next Council meeting. Councilman Morlan brought to the attention of the Council the Problem of the un- sightly condition of the drinking fountain in front of the Bank of America. After some 9'3,7 discussion, Councilman Romo moved that the City Manager investigate the possibility of correcting this condition and bring in a report at the next meeting. Motion seconded by , Councilman Morlan and carried. Manager Workman brought up the matter of the problem of damage done to city streets, by leaking water lines of privately owned irrigation companies,these lines running under) certain city streets. Manager Workman asked the opinion of the Council and of Attorney Wilson as to the adequacy of Ordinance No. 909 which requires that private water companies maintain their lines and whether the City of Redlands has the right to repair street damage caused by faulty lines and bill the line owners. Council agreed, after considerable discussion, that the City Manager and the City Attorney should work out a solution. Manager Workman reported on the television monitoring system recently installed, )r: after method approval from the State Board of Corrections, in the City Jail. This agreement was for ' adequate monitoring equipment' for the quoted price of $$3,290.00. Chief Slaughter stated that in his opinion the presently installed old type 12i" screens would be more costly in upkeep in a year than an added expenditure of 370.00 at this time for 17" screens. This business was deferred until the regular night meeting for action. i No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whaley ) City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands J �I -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- I Redlands, California May 4, 1954 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley and City Manager Workman. II Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Alejandro Trujillo, Divine Saviour Presbyterian Church. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April , 27, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Evelyn Fisher for a Home Occupation Permit to do dressmaking 'i at 1o3 West Olive Avenue be approved with the following provisions : — 9 J I 278 a) No employment of help other than the resident family. b) No use of material or equipment not recognized as being a part of the normal practices in the zone in which the use is a part. c ) No sales of products or services no produced on the premises. d) The use shall not generate pedestrian or vehicular traffic beyond that normal to the district in which it is located. e) No storage of materials and/or supplies, indoor or outdoor, for purposes other than those permitted in the zone. f) It shall not involve the use of signs other than those permitted in the district of which it is a part. g) No building or space outside of the main building shall be used for home occupational purposes. h) In no way shall the appearance of the structure be so altered or the con- duct of the occupation within the structure be such that the structure may be reasonably recognized as serving a non-residential use (either by color, materials or construction, lighting, signs, sounds or noises, vibrations,etc. ) On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That Tentative Map of Tract 4063, located on north side of Cypress Avenue, east of San Mateo Street , Total 18 lots, Cletus H. J. Jollie, owner, be approved withthe follow- ing provisions : al, Approve Tentative Map 4353 as amended, to tie in with Tract 4063 b) Approve Tentative Map 4063. c ) Street names not approved. d ) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, this Tentative Map was returned to the Planning Commission for further study. RESOLUTION NO. 759 A RESOLUTION ORDERING THE WORK DONE IN CLOSING of a portion of Stillman Avenue west of Division Street was presented and approved by the following roll-call vote : AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOES : None ABSENT: None UNFINISHED BUSINESS for The matter of added expenditure of approximately #370.00 for larger screens the television monitoring system being installed in the City Jail which had been discussed at length in the afternoon' s adjourned meeting was again presented and on motion of Coun- cilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this more adequate installa- tion was approved. NEW BUSINESS Announcement was made of the regular biennial institute for Mayors and Councilmen to be held in Santa Barbara June-3-4, 1954. Mayor Elkins presented a proposal by the City-County Coordinating Committee that a Planning Consultant be employed to assist in setting up plans for streets and highways within the County and Cities. As there would be no additional expense to the City of Redlands, a motion was made by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, that the City concur in this proposal. Motion carried. Manager Workman brought up the matter of the operation of the Oriental Avenue Plunge stating that in past years it had been operated at a loss. Mr. Workman suggested that it be opened only in July and August. Discussion brought out that just opening on week- ends and possibly holidays might be a better arrangement . The matter was closed by auth- orizing Manager Workman to arrange a schedule for this plunge that would best suit the Lsituation. 97q WATER CONTRACTS WITH 'OPTION B' 1 Transfer of Water Contracts with ' Option B' from Pete and Jennie Rienks to John C. and Marilla Sering and from Joe and Etta DeBlauw to John C. and Marilla Sering was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. it REPORTS The following reports were presented a nd ordered filed : II From the Fire Department and the Police Department and Poundmaster for the month 1 of April, 1954. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. (Cre I 7114- a-2 Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk )1 /49 .1\2 Mayo of the City of Redlands -z -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California May 18, 1954 7:00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morten, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened witht he pledge of allegiance followed by the invocation by Reverend Charles Tryon, First Methodist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; The members of the Council having previously examined the records of the adjourned regular meeting and the last regular 1 i� meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Gordon Donald addressed the Council at t his time with a petition on behalf of Van Dorin Motors for the City to grant the installation of a water service on property ' on the south side of Highway 99 west of Phil' s Broiler, outside the City limits. In exchange for this service Mr. Gus Deshler, who is interested in this building site, offered the City 20" of irrigation water. As the City has been adamant in their policy of not granting new services outside the City, this request brought our a lengthy dis- iI cussion, particularly from the standpoint of establishing a precedent. Manager Workmanly stated that he had informed the petitioners that no new service would be approved. Councilman Anderson suggested that this might be the time to give consideration to the 'i annexation of some portions west of Redlands. Water Superintendent Ritchie contacted I Mr. Deshler by phone during the meeting and Mr. Deshler agreed to give 50" of water instead of the originally offered 20". Mr Ritchie stated that the City might have the it 1 r 280 water and facilities to serve this area if and when the proposed Loma Londa well is in production. Councilman Osbun moved that the request be granted in exchange Dor 60" of water. Motion died for want of a second. Councilman Anderson then suggested that the Manager and the Water Superintendent investigate this further , also that the annexation proposal be given serious thought. To be reported a t the next meeting. Mr., Kryn Feenstra addressed the Councitiwith a request that consideration be given to the improvement of Sylvan Blvd. and the beautification of the Sylvan Blvd. entrance to Sylvan Park, Mayor Elkins reported that Sylvan Blvd. was on the list of streets to be improved this year. 2 A representive for Pioneer Redlands , Inc. , brought the Council a request on behalf of the developers of the Pioneer Terrace Subdivision for a review of the plan checking fees now charged in the City of Redlands. The speaker brought out that the cities of Ontario, Riverside, Upland and San Bernardino have amended the Building Code to 'permit the plan checking fee to apply to the master or basic plans and separate elevations used in a subdivision and not on each individual dwelling for which a permit is issued. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this request was referred to the Manager and Building Inspector to be reported on later. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held May 11 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 14063, located on north side of Cypress Avenue east of San Mateo Street, C.H.J. Jollie, owner, be approved with the following provisions: a) Cypress Avenue Construct curbs and gutters; extend paving to gutters b) Fern Avenue Repair curbs c) Hastings Street extended a. Construct curbs and gutters. Pave to street Center Line b. Provide adequate turn around at Lot 21 d) No exceptions to the improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried , this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4455, located on the north side of Cypress Avenue, between Buena Vista and Center Streets, Scherer Construction Company, owner, be approved with the following provisions: a) If present driveway on Cypress Avenue isnot used, driveway to be removed and curbs re- placed. b) Fence storm drain along sidewalk on Cypress Avenue. Fence to be to line and specifications of City Angineer c) Driveways for lots 1 and 5 to be located on Esther Way. d) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. 3. That the request of Clarence Lappinga for permission to split residence from property located at 721 Clifton Avenue be approved with the following provisions: a) Construct 18" gutter on Clifton Avenue b) If present driveway approach is not used, driveway to be removed and curbs replaced. c) Construct sidewalk across both lots. d) 551 setback from the south property line to provide for future street e) Street improvements to be to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. f) No exceptions to improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. 281 On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commissionhwas approved. 4. That the request of Gilbert J. Larson to split a lot from west side of property located at 1225 Brookside Avenue be approved with the following provisions: a) Make east property line to give 60' width lot from front to rear. b) If present driveway approach is not used, remove and replace curbs. c) New drive to be so placed as not to disturb palm trees in parkway. d Sidewalks excluded e Grade sidewalk area f) Street improvements to line, grade and specifications of the City Engineer. g) No other exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4456 located west of Highway 99 between Clark Street and Fern avenue, Robert- T: Hall, owner, be approved with the following provisions: j " a) Clark Street Repair curbs. Extend paving to gutters ;A b) Repair sidewalks on Fern Avenue at the City Engineer's direction. c) Fence storm-water drain along sidewalk on Fern Avenue and Clark Street. Fence to be to City Engineer's line and specifications d) Sidewalks to be constructed on both sides of future streets from Fern Avenue to Clark St. e) Driveway for Lot 14 to be on La Paloma Street. f) No exceptions tote subdivision ordinance. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. 6. That the request of Mr. R.A. Nichols for splits for Parcels A and B from property located on j south side of Marion Road be approved with the following provisions: a) Re-convey, for street purposes, a 25' strip along t he north boundary of Lot 25. A deed to the City of Redlands was recorded in 1925 but was not filed. b) Provide a 10' utility easement across Parcel A as shown on Planning Department file map. c) Pave 18' to street center line on Marion Road. d) Sidewalks excluded. e) Grade sidewalk area. f) Before grading sites, owner or builder shall receive clearance from the City Building Official and the City Engineer. g) Adequate turning facilities be provided on lots to enable vehicles to head into street. h) All street improvements to line , grade and specifications of the City Engineer. i) No other exceptions to improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. j) Record a 10' bridle trail easement from Marion Road across the southerly lot line of A-B-C and D. k) Should the remainder of Lot 25 be developed as one unit, Marion Road fronting Parcels C and D to be paved to street center line. Unimproved street along the west boundary of Parcel A to be improved to City Engineer's specifications with no other exceptions to the improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance improvements as specified for Parcels A and B. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Redlands Community Music Association a request to use the Auditorium on May 26th in the afternoon and evening for a 'Midsummer's Night's Dream' rehearsal was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. From the Redlands Safety Council a request to the City Council for "recognition and representation by the Council as well as the request that the City Council take out a membership for the Safety Council with the National Safety Council in order to give official recognition in the National Safety Association." Manager Workman was instructed to check the cost of such a membership and report at the next meeting. ,xk' l . J„1 7 t 5-1 VA 5 Manager Workman presented a request on behalf of the Matt Talbot Foundation, A.A. , for the use of the Redlands Community Bowl on a Saturday night in August to stage a 'Star-Studded Variety Show' with r 401 100% of the profits for benefit of Men's Town in Corona. The Council gave approval on motion of Coun- cilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, with the provision that no damage be done to the bowl. A written application to follow. Manager Workman brought a proposal to the Council from a private group that would like to lease the Oriental Plunge for a portion of each week through• the season. The Council instructed Manager Workman to work out a plan which might be favorable to both the applicants and the City and to bring it in for study. ' :COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Mr. Leroy Rollins of Yucaipa a letter of commendation on the courteous service rendered by the Redlands Police Department. From the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, letter of appreciation for the work done by Mr. Sid Conner, Planning Director, in the development of the proposed Master Plan. Letters of protest from the Yucaipa Valley Legion Post 426, Mr. Stuart Northrop, Mr. Richard Sanborn, and the Merchant's Division of the Chamber of Commerce were reported, all urging that the Veterans Service Center be retained in Redlands,. These letters were ordered filed for reference later at annual budget sessions, From the Pacific Coast Building Officials Conference, notice of the 32nd Annual Conference to be held October 5 to 8 in Denver, Colorado. Referred to budget session. From the League of California Cities, notice of Institute for City Clerks to be held in Fresno June 24-25, 1954. An invitation from the Native Sons of the Golden West to a homecoming dinner in honor of David Wallace Stuart at the National Orange Show cafeteria June 2, 1954. Manager Workman read a letter from Leroy Hansberger of the Tri-CityRock Company requesting that their contract with the City be amended to show payments to be made on the 25th day of the month for the preceding month instead of an estimated amount payable in advance. On motion of Councilman Morlan seconded by Councilman Anderson, the Attorney was instructed to amend this contract as requested. From the Fish and Game Conservation District, a request to place deflectors in Mill Creek as part of their conservation program was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Manager Workman presented for approval the Major City Streets to be re-surfaced with Gas Tax Funds , during 1954. This schedule through items 1 to 12 was approved as outlined on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Motion carried. Third Street, not included in the above num- bered items, would be maintained under the City's street maintenance program. Attorney Wilson reported progress in the acquisition of right-of-way easements for the construction of the second phase of the new sewer line north of Redlands, also, that he is succeeding in obtaining right-of-way deeds on the extension of Center Street in connection with the Kramer Homes Subdivision. Mr. Wilson expects to be able to bring in the completed easements on the sewer project at the next Council meeting. Manager Workman reported on the contemplated geophysical survey to be made on 1100 acres of City owned land in Mill Creek Canyon; the survey to determine the potential for water development in the area. -rn.1191 toQQ A This detailed recommendation from the Department of the Interior as well as Engineer'Boyle's recommenda-111 II tion were outlined to the Council by Mr. Workman. The Council agreed that a start should be made and agreed to Mr. Workman's recommendation that Engineer Boyle be retained in an advisory capacity on a per diem basis and that the first survey should be made by the U.S.G.S. NEW BUSINESS '' Manager Workman reported that he had received several requests from individuals to lay pipelines under city streets to divert run-off water for irrigation purposes. The Council felt that such a 1 practice might be applicable in some cases but felt that the specifications which would necessarily 1 II li be set up by the City Engineer would probable make such a project prohibitive in cost. The City Manager !I was authorized to use his own judgement up to a point. Manager Workman reported that the City , in their lot cleaning program, were posting parkway areas III as well as lots. Council agreed that this should be done. I ,;r The Salary Survey was presented at this time for study and consideration. After some discussion, .Z Councilman Anderson requested that this matter be held up for action later in the meeting and that the ' matter of the Loma Linda well be considered at this time whereas Water Superintendent Ritchie presented to the Council four proposals to drill a new well in the Loma Linda area. These were from Roscoe Moss Co., Henderson and Sons, Mann Brothers and Jack Myers. Because of the failure of the well drilled last year, Mr. Ritchie declared that an emergency exists and calamity could result in any unnecessary delay and recommended the Council waive the customary call for bids and consider the proposal of Mr. Jack Myers of Victorville to drill well according to specifications for the sum of $11,054.00 This recommendation to be put in the form of a resolution by Attorney Wilson and was approved by the following roll-call vote AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. 'I NOES: None ABSENT: None Councilman Anderson left the Council Chambers at 10: 55 P.M. The matter of the Salary Survey was again brought up and the following motion was made by Council- man Romo, seconded by councilman Osbun and unanimously passed that; The salary ranges and titles as recommended by the State Personnel Board and amended by the Council be adopted and a copy thereof be made a part of the minutes of this meeting. The reportof the Building Inspector for the month of April was presented and ordered filed: li Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. II No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk -7/, '&442 ��D� I !X. "ln M� 42 1 Mayo, ., City of Redlands II 1 I; I 11 • _ I� II - _ - __ --�__ - -- _ ----- --- SALARY SURVEY CITY OF REDLANDS II , CLASSES ,SALARY RANGE. , , ' 427 - 88 Cit. Mana:e 111 563 - 693 City Engr. & Street Supt. 533 - 6 ' 504 - 626 I Asst.City M: City Account 476 - 594 I Water Dept. Supt. 450 - 56 Police Chief ' in 1 426 - 53 City Librarian 403 - 504 Park Supt. Cemetery _Asst+., C,tty Asst.City Bldg.Official Asst.Chief Supt. Treas. Engineer Planning Dir. 381-- 76 Sanitation Asat.Water Supt. Supt. I 360 - 450 Asst.Chief Chief of Party City Elec. Shop Spryer. 341 - 426 Lt.Juvenile Street Foreman Plumb.InspJ Officer ' 322 - 40 • 1 Park-Eq.Mtce. Mtce.foreman Equip.Mech. Purch.Agent Welder Senior Mech. I Fire Capt. Librarian Sgt. Chief Pump 305 - 81 . . . .. Tree Crew Fire Engr. Chief Filter, Foreman Plant opr, 288 - 60 Head Gardener Acct Wlerk-i 2MI Engr.Aide Water Servman' 1 Junior Police Officer Fireman ngr.Draftsman Pump Plant opr Librarian Road.Equip.opr Elect. Sweeper opr Nurseryman Tree Trimmer Truck Driver Meter Repairm: tone & Cemet Poundmaster Mason 1 ilter plant I 258-- 322 Park Eq.Mtce. Admin.Sec. Meter Reader Storekeeper Water Srveman Mach.Helper Equip.Mach. Clk.Typ. 111 Helper 244 - 0 rower Mower opr. Acc't.Clk.11 Sanitation Traffic Painte Crewman 231 - 288 , °Groundsman�Sec. W ' Laborer 'Custodian 218 - 273 Clk.Typ. 11 Acc't.Clk. Library Clk.11 206 - 258 Clk.Typ. 1 Bookmender A.brary Clk. 1 i95 - 244 P ' ° 4-step range City Clerk $533.00 City Treasurer $533.00 Pad 5 Redlands, California ' June 1, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.M. II A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney ;I Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Walter J. Kalvesmaki, Free Methodist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; The members of the Council having I previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the; reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. d ORAL PETITIONS : 1 Mr. Horace Hinckley addressed the Council at this time, presenting a resolution for Council consideration. This resolution would "Urge the citizens of this City and t the adjacent areas to vote 'YES' on the proposition to annex the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District of which this City is a part , to the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. " On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the above resolution as presented was approved and adopted. Mr. Hinckley then presented a request that an appropriation in the amount of $1200.0 be considered in the 1954 budget as the City' s contribution to the rain-making program in the valley. Council took no action on this request for funds at this time. Mr. Floyd Jones, Meteorologist, gave a brief report on the work done and the estimated added rain- fall produced by cloud-seeding the past season. Mr. Jones stated that formal typed reports would be in the hands of the Council shortly. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held May 25th, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Mr. Robert H. Norton for a zoning variance from a 25' set- back to a 79' setback for a residence to be located on north side of West Cresent Avenue between Monterey and San Jacinto Streets be approved with the following provisions : a) Provide adequate turning facilities to enable vehicles to head into street. b) Driveway approach over drain to be to line grade and specifications of the jl City Engineer. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the following statement of authorization be presented to the City Council for approval : "The Planning Commission hereby authorizes the Director of Planning to take thl necessary steps to advertise the holding of Public Hearings for the purpose of adopting the Master Plan, at the earliest possible date. " On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, thislll recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved, with June 8th, 1954, set as the ] Pr- 286 for the first hearing. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 From the Redlands Community Music Association, a request for use of the Community II Bowl on three additional nights, June 14, 15, and 16 for rehearsals for 'A Midsummer Night' s Dream' was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson. An application from the Redlands Council of Churches for use of the Bowl for inter- II denominational services on Sunday evenings beginning June 27 through September 12, 1954, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Redlands Horticultural and Improvement Society, letter of appreciation for the assistance of the Park Superintendent and Park Department in the staging of the Spring Flower Show. From Redlands Lodge No. 583, B.P.O.E. , thanks for the cooperation extended by the City in making Youth Day a success. From the Exchange Club of South Pasadena, appreciation for courtesy and cooperation of the Park Department at their 'Old Fashioned Excursion' held May 16, 1954, in Sylvan Park. I From the San Bernardino Civic Opera Association, appreciation for privilege of advertising 'Song of Norway' with banner in Redlands. From Redlands Post 106, American Legion, communication relative to the continuation of the Veteran' s Center in Redlands. Letter ordered filed for budget sessions. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The request of Van Dorin Motors for water service to a ten acre parcel of land on Highway 99 west of Redlands city limits was again considered. Manager Workman reported that Mr. Van Dorin had now offered to donate a well site on the property to the City in exchange for water service to the proposed development. This site to be approximately 100' by 100' . Considerable discussion followed concerning the potential development of this area outside the city. Councilman Anderson voiced the opinion that to deviate from ourpcy of not serving outside the City limits at t his time would bring other requests for service as well as being detrimental to possible plans for annexation. The Council I did not favor approval of this request but no definite action was taken. At the last meeting of the City Council, Pioneer Homes 2, Inc. , had asked the Coun- cil to consider a revision of the fees as presently set up by the Inspection Department for the checking of plans and site elevations, Mr. C.J. Condon, one of the developers Iof the subdivision in question, personally addressed the Council with the request that this revision be made. After discussion, the Council 'did not feel that a change in the pre- sent policy was feasible at this time. Councilman Romo then movedt hat the request be denied. Motion seconded by Councilman Morlan and carried. Manager Workman reported that progress was being made in the matter of leasing the Oriental Plunge for a portion of each week in the season. Will have a definite plan tO L1present at the next meeting. P• NEW BUSINESS Attorney Wilson presented for approval a quitclaim Deed from the City of Redlands 4 to Arthur Gregory, Jr. , for a portion of Lot 7 , Tract 3755, Monte Vista Estates Unit 2 The property had been reserved in the dedicated survey of this Tract for a walkway. However, ttie said contemplated public use was never used and now should be abandoned by the City. This deed was approved by the following roll-call vote : II Ayes : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. Noes : None Absent: None j The City Attorney then presented for approval a Grant Deed from Clare H. Day and Annelle G. Day to the City of Redlands for a portion of Block 57, Map #10. Redlands Heights. For atreet purposes. This Grant Deed was accepted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried unanimously. :Pp Mayor Elkins presented the name of Mr. William C. Collett to serve as a member of vt, : 1 the Tree Committee for the next five years. This appointment was approved unanimously j ..r by the Council. On motion of Coiuncilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids for a new pump for #14 well, call to be made at such time as specifications are prepared by the water superintendent. CLAIMS Attorney Wilson presented a claim filed May 28, 1954, on behalf of John Ward Hos- king, Jr. , 1515 9th Street, Manhattan Beach, California, against the City of Redlands • in the amount of $20,000.00 for damages as the result of an accident February 27 , 1954, 1 Ion Brookside Avenue and San Mateo Street. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this claim was denied. The Attorney then presented a claim filed May 28, 1954, on behalf of Jean S. Hosking 1515 9th Street, Manhattan Beach, California, against the City of Redlands inthe amount iI of $10,000.00 for damages as the result of an accident February 27 , 1954 on Brookside Avenue near San Mateo Street. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan and carried, this claim was denied. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman brought up the matter of Election Day, June 8, 1954, being a holidayl;l, for City Hall employees. After discussion the Council decided to adhere to the original IV eight holidays per year and that the City Hall would remain open on Election day. jl The Manager reported on the cost of membership for the Redlands Safety Council with the National Safety Association, This fee would be approximately 040.00 annually. Mr. Workman felt that such a membership has limited value at this time. No action. 1 Mr. Workman informed the Council that this would be the last meeting that Mr. Durweefl Davis would attend as an intern in the Manager' s office. Mr. Workman said that Mr. Davis„ had completed two fine pieces of work for the City, a Job Manual and General Safety Pro- gram, with a study of accident history. Manager Workman expressed appreciation to Mr. 1 Davis and to the University of Redlands School of Government, and a motion was made byl Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, commending Mr.Davis for a job well dori,e. I 288 The City Manager, Attorney Wilson and Mayor, Elkins reported on the meeting recently i.e 'L,i held in Colton by representives of the cities of San Bernardino, Colton, Rialto and Redlands. to discuss and formulate some plan of action relative to the water rights suit recently filed against these communities by Orange County. Question before the Council was whether Redlands would go along with San Bernardino and Colton and employ Attorney James King to assist the defense if and when the demurrer is pushed and the case comes to trial. Attorney Wilson recommended that the City acquire the services of Mr. King when needed. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommend- ation of Attorney Wilsons ' was approved. Councilman Anderson requested and was granted permission to be absent from the City and the continental limits of the United States for a period not to exceed sixty days from June 15, 1954. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance committee, No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. *, 14.4 QD ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk May of t e City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California June 15, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo and Mayor elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Anderson The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag. The invocation was to have been given by Rev. Carl M. Beilstein, Minister of Music and Education, First Presbyterian Church but was omitted when Mr. Beilstein could not be present. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for a new deep well turbine pump for #14-A Well at the City Pumping Plant on Highway 99 east of Highland Ave. ,Redlands, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: ( See bid file for prices. ) From: W.D. Roberts, Redlands , California Wintroath Pumps Alhambra - 9s:;9 Coe Machine Works San Bernardino, California 1 Johnston Pump Company Pasadena, California Ii II Peerless Pumps Los Angeles, California Coughlin and Sons San Bernardino, California These bids were referred to the Water Superintendent for study and returned later j I in the meeting with the recommendation that the bid of R.D. Roberts, in the amount of $8,367.72 , being deemed the lowest and best for the City, be approved. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of Water' Superintendent Ritchie was approved. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS it At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held June 8I, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Mr. William Kirschke to split property located south of Mariposa Drive between Canyon Road and the golf course into three lots be approved with , Q7 ) .":) the following provisions: ,1 jl . 11 a) Deed to the City of Redlands for street purposes, 141 along the westerly ._d J ct side of Parcels A & B , 301 along Parcel C, as shown on Planning Department file map. b) Construct curbs and gutters alongthe 141 dedication of Parcels A and B. c ) Pave tothe street center line from curbs and gutters along Parcels A and B. d) Provide adequate turning facilities on lots to enable vehicles to head into street. e) Grade sidewalk area. f) Sidewalks excluded. ' g) All street improvements to be to Line grade and specifications of the City I Engineer. h) Before grading building sites , owner or builder shall receive clearance from the Building Official and the City Manager. i) No other exceptions to the subdivion ordinance. it On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried , this 1 recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 11 1 2. That the request of Mr. Robert H. Sherrod for a Home Occupation Permit for the 1 purpose of practicing his profession of Public Accountancy in his home at 329 West Cypress Avenue be approved :withthe following provisions: i a ) No employment of help other than the members of the resident family. 1 b) No use of material or equipment not recognized as being a part of the normal practices inthe zone in which the use is a part. 1 c ) No sales of products or services not produced on the premises. d) The use shall not produce or generate pedestrian or vehicular traffic beyond that normal to the district in which it is located. ii e) It shall not involve the use of commercial vehicles for delivery of material's to or from the premises. f) No storage of material and / or supplies, indoor or outdoor, for purposes 1 I other than those permitted in the zone. g) It shall not involve the use of signs other than those permitted in the district of which it is a part. h) No more than one room in the dwelling shall be employed for the home 1I occupation. i ) No building or space outside the main building shall be used for home 1 occupational purposes. j j ) In no way shall the appearance of the structure be so altered or the con- duct of the occupation within the structure be such that the structure be I reasonably recognized as serving a non-residential use, (either by color, materials or construction, lighting, signs, sounds or noises, vibrations, I etc. ) k) There shall be no use of utilities or community facilities beyond that normal to the use of the property for residential purposes. 1 The above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morten, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. 3: That Unit 2 of Tentative Map •of Tract 4341, east of Alvarado Street between 1 1 LA r Palm Avenue and Cypress Avenue , M.F. Boggs, owner, be approved with the following provisions : a) Construct temporary turn-around on Lots 1 and 13, and post a bond for the constructing od curbs, gutters and sidewalks in front of Lots 1 and 13 at such time as Eureka Street is extended. b) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 4. That Tentative Map of Tract 4484 located south of Brookside Avenue, east of San Mateo Street, C.H.J. Jolliet owner, be approved with t he following provisions : a) Brookside Avenue 1. Remove old house 2. Repair curbs and gutters 3. Lots 29 and 33 to have garages and access to alley only. 4. Lot 1 to have access on Hastings Street. 5. There shall be no driveway access on Brookside Avenue. b) Alley to be paved to City Engineer line grade and specifications. c ) New streets to be improved with 36' of paved roadway. d) No garage shall be less than 20' from center line of alley. e ) Alley to south of subdivision to be paved to center line 'to the City Engineer' s line grade and sprcifications. f) No exceptions to the subdivision ordinance. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Council- man Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried. 5. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 3235, located south of Cedar Avenue east of Crown Street to San Jacinto Street, E.D. Nickerson, owner, be approved withthe following provisions : a) Deed tothe City of Redlands for street purposes, 14' along San Jacinto St. b) Repair curbs and gutters on San Jacinto and Crown Streets, Crescent and Cedar Avenue to the City Engineer specifications and satisfaction or replace with new curbs and gutters. c) Construct curb and gutter-return at the corner of Crown Street and Cedar Ave. d) Garages on alley to be placed not less than 20' from the center line of the alley. e) Alley to be paved to line grade and specifications of the City Engineer. f) Re-align alley to the south from Crown Street east through to Lots 27 and 38 in order to increase sizes of lots 33 and 34. g) All lots served with alley to have garages and access 'on the alley only. h) Future Street to have 71' dedication with an improved cross section of 23' of parkway on the east, 36' of paved roadway and 12' parkway on the west. i) Remove one lot from the Block 39 to 43, one lot from Block 19 to 26 and two lots from Block 1 to 18, in order to increase lot sizes to comply with Ordinance No. 950. j) Front set-back 35' k) Grade sidewalk area. 1) Sidewalks enee$Sed. &-'te , . A4t m) No other exceptions to the subdivisions ordinance. Mr. Nickerson addressed t he Council, presenting a revised map and protesting par- ticularly provision 'I ' . After consideration of the revised plans and upon recommend- ation of Planning Director Conner, the Council, on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, approved Unit 2 subject to the foregoing provisions and referred Unit 1 back to the Planning Commission for further study withthe suggestion that the Commission give consideration to existing setback requirements on San Mateo. Street. Motion carried. Milton 6. That the request of Mr. and Mrs. Vande +'.Linde for zoning variance for the pur- pose of building an additional residence in front of lot located at 1014 East Brockton Avenue be denied. Both Mr. and Mrs. Vander Linde addressed the Council with a plea for consideration 091 of this variance. Council felt that the granting of it would establish a precedent and might bring too many requests for like deviations from the zoning ordinance which class- ifies among its provisions for first residential zone, of which this location is a part , that no more than a single family dwelling be permitted to a building site. It was then referred back to;tthe Planning Commission with the recommendation that a study be made of this area with the possible view of changing the the zoning in this area to second residential zone, which would permit multiple dwelling on single lots. This referrel was made on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo , and `I carried unanimously.; 7. That the request of Mr. W. J. Murray, on behalf of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter 15,0 Saints , for a zoning variance to construct a church building on property east of and adjoining 1003 East Citrus Avenue be approved with Il the following provision's: c. a) Deed '10'1 •to the City along Citrus Avenue for street purposes. btts) Remove :irrigation flume in parkway. c) Side set-back as provided on Planning Department file copy of Plat plan ;I as submitted by the church. d$) Repair curbs and . utters; extend paving to gutters. e) Install sanitary sewers. f ) Provide parking space for every five permanent seats. In cases where temporary;or moveable seats are provided for, one parking space for every 40 square feet of area within the auditorium or meeting hall. Parking area computed using 300 square feet per space. ) 2) Future expansion of facilities to provide off-street parking as required I for initial construction. g) All street improvements to be to line grade and specifications of the City Engineer. h) No exceptions to improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance. 1 On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this i. recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 11 8. That the request of Mr. Paul Broman for a one year extension of time on Tenta- tive Map of Tract No, 4205 located north of Brookside Avenue, east of an extension of I Center Street, north to State Street, be approved with the Provisions contained in the 1, Planning Commission meeting minutes of May 28, 1953. , with no exceptions to the sub- division ordinance. i This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Council- man Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried. II APPLICATIONS An application for a permit for a public fireworks display by the Redlands Golf and Tennis Association at the golf course on July 4, 1954, was presented by Fire Chief I Rundberg and on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this permit was granted. From the Public Utilities Commission, notice of an application by the Metropolitan j Coach lines to change the certified route descriptions in the San Bernardino and River- side areas so as to provide a through service to Redlands. It was moved by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, that the Clerk reply to this notice from the B.U.C . with an expression of approval of the proposed route change. 9 COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Lion' s Club, a letter of appreciation for the cooperation of the City in helping to make their broom sale a success. From Mr. H.T. Osborne, Imperial County Supervisor, District 2, a letter in support of retaining the Veteran' s Service Center in Redlands. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Manager Workman presented for approval a Cooperative Agreement with the Geological Survey, U.S. Department of the Interior, for the investigation of water resources of the Mill Creek Basin with special reference to the geologic and hydrologic conditions of ground water supply and movement. The City' s share, one-half of the total cost of 0,000.00 to be paid during the period July 1, 1954 to June 30, 1955. Thisreement was approved on motion of Councilman (Mayor) Elkins, seconded by Councilman Morlan, w with Councilman Osbun voting ' Present' . Attorney Wilson presented the following deeds for Council acceptance: From A. Jacinto and Mary Jacinto portions of Blks 25, 30 and 33 of Johnson' s Sub. also a portion of Section 2, for street purposes. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this grant deed to the City of Redlands was accepted subject to the approval of the City Engineer. From A.B. Drake, et al, to the City of Redlands, portion of Section 3 on Sunset Drive west of cemetery, for street purposes. This deed to the City was accepted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 973, an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate and levy- ing the property tax for the fiscal year 1954-1955, introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules. From the County of San Bernardino, renewal of the Orchard Heater Control Contract with the City of Redlands for the season 1954-1955 was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Motion carried. Renewal of the State Compensation Insurance with initial premium of $600.00 was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, From the County of San Bernardino. renewal of Agreement between the County of ' San Bernardino and the City of Redlands whereby the County will furnish public health protection to the City .for the coming fiscal year. This agreement was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. Manager Workman reported the offer of 5Q shares of Redlands Heights water stock to the City for $75.00 per share. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Council- man Romo, and carried, the City Manager was authorized to make this purchase. Manager Workman invited the Council to attend a joint meeting with the Redlands Redevelopment Agency to be held June 29, 1954, at 7 :00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Bank of America. REPORT 293 The report of the Building Inspection Department for the month of May was presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. to ATTEST: Harry R. Whaldy ' City Clerk o Mayo f the' ity of Redlands, Calif. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California July 6, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.M. t `e; A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place " 2 of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo and Mayor Elkins, ; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Councilman Anderson 11 entered the Council Chambers at 7 :30 P.M. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of hllegiance , followed bythe invocation by Reverend J. Wendell Beck, First Presbyterian Church. ii The Mayor announced that the Council was now sitting as a Board of Equalization and were ready to hear any protests relative to property assessments. No protests being forthcoming, Mayor Elkins announced that the meeting as a Board of Equalization was closed and the regular meeting open for business. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Harry F. Johnson, who operated the Redlands Transit Bus service, requested and on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, was granted permission to 1 'll discontinue the operation of his service for one month in order to take a vacation. Council stipulated that adequate advance notice be given his customers , with necessary advertising in the newspapers. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held June 29, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. That Unit 1 of Tentative Map of Tract 3235, located west of San Jacinto Street between Cedar and Crescent Avenues , E.D. Nickerson, owner, be approved as revised by the Planning Consultant with the provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning IIiI Commission files. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. I 294 2. That the request of Reverend J. Wendell Beck on behalf of the First Presbyter- ian Church for zoning variance for property, from the 15 foot front set-back to the side- walk line, and from the 4 foot side set-back to the property line for the purpose of constructing a church on Fourth Street , south of and abutting the Contemporary Club property be approved as modified with t he provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission file. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, this was referred back to the Planning Commission for further study, with the suggestion that the building committee of the church and the board members of the Contemporary Club meet together in an effort to work out any problems relative to side line walls , etc. 3. That the request of W.A. Hays to close the south 123.24 feet of a 10 foot alley lying on the east and adjacent to lot 16, College Place Tract, east of and adjoining 605 East High Avenue be denied in the interest of future development of the unimproved properties to the east that might require alley access. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commis's'ion was approved. 4. That the request of A.E. Mahon for lot split to re-adjust the lot line between lots 5, 6 and 7 of property located on the northwest corner of Sherrill Lane and Hilton Avenue be approved. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 5. That tentative Map of Tract 4494 located south of Brookside Avenue between San Mateo Street and Center Street, L. P. Scherer, Inc. , owner, be approved with the pro- visions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission files. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 6. That Tentative Map of Tract 4501 located west of Occidental Street between Brockton Avenue and Lugonia Avenue, General Land Company, owner, be approved withthe provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission files. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. FINAL MAP OF TRACT NO. 4455 Manager Workman presented for approval final map of Tract No. 4455 located on West Cypress Avenue, L. P. Scherer Construction Company. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this final map was approved subject to change in three lot lines. Necessary bonds already posted. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the Redlands Camera Club for the use of the Auditorium July 18, 1954, all day, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. An application by the Redlands Community Music Association for use of the Redlands Bowl for an extra concert on September 7, 1954, was approved on motion of Councilman Romp, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 99 5 8644" ( -74154 An application by the Christian Science Church for use of the Redlands Bowl for a lecture on the evening of September 9, 1954, was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. An application from the College of Medical Evangelists , Loma Linda, for the use of the Redlands Bowl for graduation exercises June 5, 1955, was approved on motion of Il Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. A. petition signed by numerous residents in the vicinity of West Palm Avenue and Pacific Street protesting the unsightly condition maintained on the Clayton Hays prop- erty, 915 West Palm Avenue, was presented and referred to Attorney Wilson with instruc- tions to investigate and bring in a report at the next meeting, with Mr. Hays to be in- vited to attend this meeting also. Manager Workman brought the Council a request on behalf of Mr. Lemuel Q. Smith for permission to prospect for minerals on the property owned by the City of Redlands in 11 ,.., Mentons commonly known as the Boullion property. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, with the provisions that it has the approval of the present leasee , that a $200.00 bond be posted assuring that any holes dug will be properly fenced and re-filled. This permission to be good until May 1, 1955 Motion carried unanimously. it The Redlands Community Music Association requested permission to have use of the coin counting equipment in the office of the City Treasurer for the purpose of tabula- ting their Bowl collections. Because of the age of this equipment and the precedent such permission might establish, it was moved by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Council- man, that this request be denied. Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From the City of Palm Springs, a request that the City of Redlands join in filing p a protest with the Public Utilities Commission against the granting of a rate increase on the application filed with said P.U.C . by the California Electric Power Company.— It was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, that the Manager be instructed to file such a protest on beha&f of the City of Redlands. From the State Board of Equalization, notice of changes in the Alcoholic Beverage I Control Act effective July 1, 1954. From Mr. John Scott Burns , an offer to the City of Redlands of 9 shares of Redlands Heights Water Stock. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, Manager Workman was authorized to negotiate for this Stock at the present 1 price of $75.00 pershare. 1 From the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino notice of payment of of 1.1-lieu taxes on Lugonia Homes and Texonia Village projects for the tax year of 1952- 1953 in the amount of ti 1,039.50. From the Office of the State Controller, apportionment of Motor Vehicle License Fees for the period December 1 , 1954 through May 31, 1954. I 296 An anonymous communication from a taxpayer protesting the proposed lease of the Oriental Plunge to a private group was read. In this connection Manager Workman re- ported a similar protest made by telephone . After considerable discussion the Council authorized Manager Workman to issue call for bids on the part-time use of the pool, which under present operating conditions has consistently shown a deficit. As the pri- vate group had already been approved for the use of the Plunge and a check for $500.00 had been rendered the City for one month' s rent , the Manager was instructed to hold the check until after the next Council meeting pending any further bids. ' From Latta and Company, Management Consultants, a copy of a resolution adopted by Los Angeles relative to the taxation of vessels of the American Merchant Marine. The matter was tabled pending later recommendation from the League of California Cities. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE No. 973. an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate and levying the property tax for the fiscal year 1954-1955, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll -call vote: AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Folkins. NOES.: .': None ABSENT: None Attorney Wilson presented a 'NOTICE OF COMPLETION' of Well No. 34 in the Loma Linda area, from Jack Myers, a well drilling contractor from Victorville. This notice was accepted by the Council and the Mayor and the Clerk authorized to sign on behalf of the City of Redlands. NEW BUSINESS The budget for the City of Redlands for the fiscal year 1954-1955 excepting only the Disposal Department, was presented and approved as set forth on motion of Council- man Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to call for bids at minimum specifications for two or possibly three automobiles for the Police Department. This authorization was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. RESOLUTION NO. 761 approving Division of Highways Memorandum of Agreement for the expenditure of Gas Tax Allocation for Major City Streets was presented and approved by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NOES : None ABSENT; None. Attorney Wilson presented ORDIANNCE NO. 974, regulating the storage and handlin* of hazardous gases , chemicals and liquids. A motion was made by Councilman Osbun that this ordinance be 1ntr6duced and laid over under the rules , that the reading in detail be dispensed with provided a copy of said ordinance be furnished each councilman for their study. Motion was seconded by Councilman Romo and carried unanimously. Notice of Certificate of Insurance issued by the Massachusetts Bonding Company covering P.L. And P.D. on the Fifth Avenue Swimming Club was reported by Clerk Whaley. Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to be absent from the next Council meeting as he will be on his vacation. Assistant Manager Harp will act in his place." 2crey AsE g REPORTS II The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Police Department and Poundmaster, the Fire Department and the City Treasurer for the month of June , 1954. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ,Q ' CJ �L jel Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk Vii. Mayor the City of Redlands 07070;0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California CID July 7 , 1954 11 :30 o'clock A.M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place ✓ J place of meeting by written consent of all council members. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Ramo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins Absent : Councilman Morlan. As this meeting was called for the express purpose of appointing a City Engineer, Manager Workman reported that the recommendation of the Special Committee,consisting of Cecil Wood, Administrative Officer, City of San Bernardino ; Milton H. Irvine, City Engineer, City of Riverside and Sam Wyland, Personnel Director, County of San Bernardino, was that Mr. Philip E. Johnson who in their opinion best met the needs of the City of Redlands be appointed City Engineer. Manager Workman stated that he fully endorsed the recommendation of the committee. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun , the recommendation 'I of the committee and the endorsement of the City Manager was concurred in and Mr. Philip E. Johnson was regularly appointed City Engineer of the City of Redlands effective August 1, 1954. c No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ``4 Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk Mayor /o, the City of Redlands I+I 1 Iv 4.) Redlands, California July 20, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, Assistant City Manager Harp and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Manager Workman The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by t he invocation by Reverend William H. Bell, Temple Baptist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIAS As this was the time advertised fortthe opening of bids for the use of the municipal pool known as Floral Plunge, the following bid was publicly opened and declared: From the Redlands Swimming Club, use of the pool Wednesday, T1}ursday, Friday and Saturday of each week, 8 hours per day, for a rental of $500.00 per month for the season to terminate September 12, 1954. As this bid met all requirements set up by the City and being the only bid submitte , it was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and camel:: unanimously. It was then moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, that a cost account record be kept on this lease for the season in order that a true analysis might be reached on a profit and loss basis. This motion also carried unanimously. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Jack Myers, well-drilling contractor of Victorville, addressed the Council at this time with an explanation in justification of an additional $300.00 charge over the bid price submitted for the drilling of the new Loma Linda Well. Mr. Myers stated that valuable time would have been lost had he waited for Council approval before ordering the heavier casing than was called for in the bid specifications as the lighter casing specified was not available, and that he had proceeded with the tentative consent of Water Superintendent Ritchie. As Mr. Ritchie is away on vacation at this time, the matter was tabled until the next meeting when he can be present. • PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held July 13, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Reverend J. Wendell Beck on behalf of the First Presby- terian Church for zoning variance for property, from the 15 foot front set-back to the sidewalk line, and from the four foot side set-back to the property line for the pur- pose of constructing a church on Fourth Street, south of and abutting the Contemporary Club, be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman, Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 0(40 41 ' 2. That Tentative Map of Tract 4505, Unit 3, Pioneer Terrace, located west of Church Street and south of Pioneer Avenue, Charles J. Condon, owner, be approved with the provisions as set forth in the Planning Commission minutes. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman romo , and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That Tentative Map of Tract 4085, located east of Orange Street between Penn- sylvania and San Bernardino Avenues, north of the new Lugonia School, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. I This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Council- man Morlan, seconded by Councilman Komo, and carried. Action on the purchase of 38 III shares of Church Street Mutual Well Water Stock was deferred at this time. 4. That the request of Dr. S.N. Seltzer for permission to split two lots from property located north of Sunset Drive east of the Sunset Drive and Alessandro Road )0 intersection be approved pp roved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. ct After Dr. Seltzer addressed the Council in protest to the requirement for curbs and gutters (provision c) , it was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, that the above recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved. ' 5. Planning Director Conner presented each of the Council members with copies of the Master Plan. Planning Commission Resolution No. 105 was read in detail. As public hearings are necessary before final adoption of the plan by the Council, Clerk Whaley was instructed to advertise for the first public hearing to be called for Sep- tember 28, 1954, at 7 :30 P.M. , on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. it 6. Mr. Walter Pry addressed the Council relative to his pending application with the County Planning Commission to locate a service station at the intersection of Brook-I1 .I side 'Avenue and Barton Road. As this is outside the City Limits, no action or recom- II mendation was offered.by the Council. Mr. Pry stated that if and when the possible annexation of that area to the City came up he would not oppose it. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT NO. 4327 Final Subdivision Map of Tract 4327, University Manor, located on Judson Street and Sylvan Blvd. , presented and approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Necessary bonds have been posted. A Mr. Sullivan, on behalf of the subdivider, addressed the Council in protest to the water line installation inspec- tion charges set up for new services. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS 6,.d Q �1- "„o- A- iq1 -07-015q nAn application from the Council of Churches for use of the Redlands Bowl for a rehearsal of a church program was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded 1 by Councilman Morlan. This use to be July 22, 1954. An application from Mr. Joseph G. Pomeroy for permission to maintain five colonies of bees at 1103 East Central Avenue was presented. As this request had the approval of the neighbors and had been cleared by the Police Department, it was approved on motion II of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. 'I pr-- 300 300 An application from J.D. Melugin for permission to operate a- taxi service from 213 Orange Street was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. From the Southern California Edison Company a request for a Grant of Easement over a portion of the SE i Section 1, also a portion of Lot 11, Tract 422541 Country Club Estates, was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Council- man Anderson. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and reads From the Redlands Junior High School, letter of appreciation for the use of the Auditorium for their 9th grade party. From the Public Utilities Commission and the Southern California Gas Company;^ notice of hearing on rate increase application. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Attorney Wilson reported on the proposed annexation of 200 acres of City owned land in Mentone known as the Boullion property. The Attorney advised waiting tthe return of Water Superintendent Ritchichie, also adtised that final payment be made on the property before starting annexation proceedings. Mr. Wilson reported that in the test case of the legality of telephone company franchises pending in the City of Petaluma, the City of Redlands had joined with another case in Superior Court. The Attorney had been asked to report on a petition filed by numerous residents in the vicinity of the H. Clayton Hays property on West Palm Avenue relative to the un- sightly condition maintained on the southwest corner of Pacific Street and West Palm Avenue. Mr. Hays addressed the Council in his own behalf, stating that he had operated his plastering business from that location for years and was so established prior to the time the area was zoned as first residential. Mr. George Ring,Mrs. Anna Dolan, Mr, Arlon Helms, Mrs. Dorothy Price and Mr. Ben Kessler each in turn addressed the Council, pointing out the fire hazard, the dangerous equipment left in the open that children could reach, the noise, and, most of all, the unsightly condition which greatly depreci- ates value of all surrounding property. Mr.Hays said that he would put up a fence later. After the discussion and viewing the pictures taken of the lot in question, the Council agreed that the property as maintained constituted a nuisance and gave Mr. Hays 60 days in which to abate said nuisance. Mr. Wilson had been asked to check an ordinance covering the unused driveways in the business district, both old or recent. He advised bringing in an ordinance covering the replacement of any curb removed for a new driveway access into businesses when no longer used as business access, but stated that the City might be wiser to close the old unused driveways if and when it were feasible at City expense. Mr. Wilson was instructed to bring in such an ordinance. Attorney Wilson reported that the acquisition of right-of-wag easements for the second phase of the new sewer line on the north side of town were 'coming along' . 301 ORDINANCE NO. 974, an ordinance of the City of Redlands regulating the storage and handling op dangerous chemicals, gases, etc. , was to have had a second reading and adoption at this time. Councilman Anderson requested a two weeks delay in ordert hat several pest control operators might be present at the final reading. Fire Chief Rund- berg then stated that if it were tabled at this meeting he would like to bring a chemist the well experienced in the handling of chemicals to address the Council in order to point out the various hazards. Ordinance was tabled until August 3, 1954. NEW BUSINESS Mr. E.E. Seamount, Loma Linda, presented a request for domestic water service at 609 Poplar Street Loma Linda. Mr. Seamount stated that he had received verbal assurance 22 years ago that when the new well was in operation he would receive service. The feeling of the Council was that perhaps a moral obligation might exist because of this promise made by retired Water Superintendent Burk, and suggested that Assistant Manager Harp check further and bring in a recommendation at the next meeting, when present Water Superintendent Ritchie will be back. Rate increase schedule for the Disposal Department were presented and adopted unanimously on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. The expendi- ture of the 1954-1955 budget for t heDisposal Department as set up under the estimate of revenue provided by the above rate increase schedule was then approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Assistant City Manager Harp requested permission to have the City Clerk advertise for bids on a new or used rubber-tired loader for the street Department. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. A request from numerous residents in the vicinity of West Cresent Avenue and Alessandro Road to have Alessandro Road be made a ISTOPI intersection as it enters West Crescent Avenue, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman jl Morlan. This request has the approval of the Traffic Department and the City Attorney was directed to prepare an ordinance accordingly. ail Councilman Anderson moved that an inquiry be made of theState Divisionaof Highways relabive to the possibility of making Lugonia Avenue and Orange Street a 4-way'STOP' . This was seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. It was further recommended that a check be made on the need for stopping both Cajon and Center Streets at Fern Avenue. Councilman Anderson asked t hat a check be made into the possibility of more ade- quate II lighting being provided where Clark Street, Home Place and Clifton Court intersect Cajon: Street. RESOLUTION NO. 762, a Resolution of Ihtgatiron to close up a portion of Cliff Avenue 'll in the City of Redlands , presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOES : None ABSENT: None Mayor Elkins announced that the League of California Cities Annual Conference would be held in Los Angeles October 17 through October 20, 1954. Announcement was made of the meeting of the Citrus Belt Division od the League of Cities, to be held in Upland July 30, 1954. I'III / it� I 30,E REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: Annual reports 1953-1954 from: 1 Smiley Library, Police Department, Building Inspection Department, City Auditory' Business License, and the report of Cloud-seeding operations in the Santa Ana River Watershed. The report of the Building Inspection Department for June, 1954. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. G I Attett : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk May1-1-f the City of Redlands -070-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California August 3, 1954 7:00 otclock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend C.L. Allen, Four Square Gospel Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on automobiles for the police department the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Lange and Runkel, from R.L. Gearhart, and from Loge and Yount. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, these bids were referred to the City Manager and Purchasing Department for study and recommen- dation. Bids had also been called for this date for a new or re-conditioned wheel tractor power loader for the street department and the following bids were publicly opened and declared: , From: Casey-Metcalf Machinery, Shaw Sales and service, Brown-Bevis Equipment Co. , Electric Tool and Supply Co. , Braman-Dickerson Company, and from the Garner Implement Co. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, these bids were referred to the Purchasing Department and the City Manager for study and recommen- dation. 749 3 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held July II 13, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : a. That Revised Tentative Map of Tract 4510, located within the boundaries of the following streets: Hilton Avenue, East Sunset Drive, South Avenue, and Franklin Avenue; owner, Hugh Irvine, be approved with the provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Considerable discussion followed this recommendation. Mr. Irvine addressed the Council in protest to provision 8-a, removal of rock wall and re-alignment of Sunset Drive. Surveyor James Hicks , on behalf of Mr. Irvine , protested the 64' of paved road- way in addition to the 88' dedication. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this Tentative Map was returned to the Planning Commission for further study. ) � Q b. That the request of Arthur Gregory for permission to split property into three lots for building sites , property located on the southeast corner of Elizabeth Street .s and Elizabeth Crest Drive, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Council- man Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried unanimously. c. That the request of Mrs. Joyce Litchfield for a Home Occupation Permit for the purpose of operating a home beauty shop in her home at 509 Chanel Street be denied in view of the fact that Chapel Street is very narrow, that Mrs. Litchfield would conduct her operation in an outside building, and that it would not be supplementary to downtown office but would be a business in a residential zone, all of which violate the principles that govern the Home Occupation Permit. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. Tentative Plan Report, Project Area No. A-1, West Central Business Area as prepared by the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Redlands in cooperation with the City Planning Commission was presented at this time. Attorney Rex Cranmer addressed the! Council briefly relative to progress made. A public hearing on this Tentative Plan was set for October 7, 1954, at 9 :00 A.M. on motion of Councilman Homo, seconded by Council- man Morlan. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the California Water and Telephone Company for permission to !! remove a wall on City property along Lot 1, Park Addition, known as the Campbell prop- erty. The Telephone Company plan to erect a new building on that site, building to the i line, in which case the wall, built as a screen and background for shrubs , would not be needed. This request was referred to the Planning Commission to be considered along with the Telephone Company' s request for closing of the alley on part of this building I• site. r 30 A petition signed by residents in the vicinity of Garden Street and Franklin Avenue 11 for some control of north bound traffic entering Franklin Avenue from Garden Street was presented. A recommendation from the Police Chief stated that as a safety measure Garden ' Street should be stopped at Franklin Avenue. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by '. Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Police Chief was approved. Notice of applications for transfers of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses from Thomas S. Muir, dbs Central Liquor Store , to Edward P. Wagner, and from Alfredo Barrios to Stephen G. and Joaquina S. Roque, dba Roque 's Place, submitted by the State Board of Equalization. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Alice Sedgwick, General Insurance, notice of application of Doyle Melugin for P.L. and P.D. insurance for his taxi-cab, a 1954 Plymouth. From the office of the City Treasurer, letter of resignation from Franklin M. Godshall, City Treasurer, was read. Resignation to take effect September 1, 1954. This resignation was accepted with regret on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Council- man Morlan, and special note was made of the fine work,done by Mr. Godshall during his 81 years as City Treasurer. It was then moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Council- man Anderson, and carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to request an aiiditft,of this office in order to clear the bonds prior to Mr. Godshall' s leaving. A communication signed by Arthur Gregory, Howard Prescott, M.K. Feenstra and Robert Scarborough on behalf of the realtors and builders of the City was read. This was a re- quest for a revision of the present water rate schedule, particularly the charge for line extensions now in effect. This group felt that the burden should not fall so heavbly on the subdivider, rather an increase in overall service rates should be made if necess- ary for the water department to be self supporting. Councilman Morlan suggested that this group detail proposed changes and work out a satisfactory compromise with Manager Workman, Engineer Boyle and Water Superintendent Ritchie and bring in a report at the next meetin:. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The request of Mr. E.E. Seamount for domestic water service on Poplar Street in Loma Linda was again presented. This matter had been tabled at the last meeting pending the return of Water Superintendent Ritchie. Mr. Seamount had stated that a committment had been made by retired Water Superintendent Burk, promising him water when the new Loma Linda well was put into operation. The Council felt that because of this signed acknowledgment made by Mr. Burk a moral obligation existed and on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, the request for this service to this particular parcel of property only was approved. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 974, an ordinance regulating the storage and handling of hazardous chemicals, gases, etc, This ordinance had been tabled at the last meeting in order that pest control operators objecting to some of its provisions might be present. Fire Chief Rundberg spoke at length explaining the intent of the ordinance. He introduced Mr. Franklin Cornell and Mr. Charles Hartford, chemical engineers with t he State Division of Industrial Safety and Mr. Cornell in turn addressed the Council, pointing out the dangers 305 of some of the chemicals used in pest control and the need for proper storage and hand- ling. Speaking for the operators were Mr. Lowell Wells, Mr. John Grigsby, Mr. Robert Moore, Mr. William Grigsby and Mr. Jack Lindsey. Mr. Wells introduced Dr. Robert Metcalf, Chairman Entomology Department, California Experimental Citrus Station at Riverside, who stated that the record of pest control chemicals was very good, with no history of poi- 1 1 soning and the fire hazard slight. He stated that parathion exposed to heat was non- poisonous. After much discussion Councilman Morlan moved that this be referred back to the Fire Chief for two months ' study with a conference committee of the operators and I the Fire Chief in order to reach an agreement relative to the storage of the chemicals that would be satisfactory to the operators and safe from the hazard of fire. Motion seconded by Councilman Romo and carried unanimously. A letter was read by Clerk Whaley from Mr. Jack Myers, well drilling contractor of Victorville, in justification of an additional charge of $300.00 over his contract I "\2 bid on the drilling of the Loma Linda well. After Water Superintendent Ritchie stated i there had been no authorization for this charge , it was moved by Councilman Romo that .-1 the claim be denied and the final payment be authorized according to contract. Motion seconded by Councilman' Anderson and carried. ORDINANCE NO. 975, amending Ordinance No. 971, be adding a section atating that a certificate of occupancy shall not be issued until all abandoned or unused driveways to and from said building are filled in with curbing added and sidewalks resurfaced; introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules. I ORDINANCE NO. 976, an ordinance designating pertain street as boulevards and re- quiring that all vehicles shall be stopped before entering or crossing said boulevardsi West Crescent Avenue at its intersection with Alessandro Road Franklin Avenue at its intersection with Garden Street . Introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules. Attorney Wilson reported that the easements required ont he second phase of the sewer line had nearly all been obtained and that the Council could plan to call for bids fortthis work at an early date. Manager Workman reported for Mr. Don Harrawood, City Electrician, on the result of a requested lighting survey made, particularly on Clark Street, Home Place , and Clifton Court where they intersect Cajon Street. Manager Workman was instructed to proceed with , 1 i this improvement where existing poles could be used. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Harry E. Woltman was appointed City Treasurer to serve out the unexpired term of retiring Treasurer Franklin M. Godshall on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. Mr. Woltman has been Assistant City Treasurer. ORDINANCE NO. 977 , an ordinance of the City of Redlands requiring that all delin- quent and current taxes on real estate be paid on any subdivision or lot split before Council shall approve any such subdivision or split, and repealing Ordinance No. 844, introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules. 306 Manager Workman requested approval for parking meters to be installed on both sides of East State Street between 6th and 7th Streets and on the west side of 6th Street be- tween Citrus Avenue and Highway 99, with the east side of 6th to be red curbed for no- parking. As this request has the approval of the Police Department on motion of Coun- cilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, the Attorney was instructed to prepare an ordinance amending the parking meter ordinance accordingly. Water contracts with Option 'B' from Jack B. Mothersole and Margaret Mothersole to Frank Paul were approved and the Mayor and the Clerk authorized to execute same on be- half of the City on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Police Department, the Fire Department and the City Treasurer for the month of July, 1954. Also, the report of the City Clerk for the Fiscal Year 1953-1954. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved bythe Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk •. 27 -eat- Mayo lot the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California August 17, 1954 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilman Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Montgomery. Absent: None The meeting was opened With the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by the Reverend Milton G. Danielson, First Baptist church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having previously ex- amined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes thereof be dis- pensed with and same be approved. ' BIDS Manager Workman reported that after thorough study it was his recommendation that all bids on the Skip Loader, opened and declared Aug. 3, 1954, be thrown out and the present loader be repaired and usedi. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Manager Workman reported that after thorough study of the bids covering the police cars, opened and declkred, August 3, 1954, it was the opinion of his office that the bid of the Ford Dealers, Loge & Yount, was the lowest and best bid and recommended the cars be purdhased from them. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Orland J. Fowler, representing the "Peoples Committee" on the coming MWD Water Election, add- ressed the Council in reference to financial assistance for purchasing publicity to educate the public 307 on the need of this district joining the MWD. It was the opinion of the committee that Redlands d' s • ,'s share of the cost of the publicity would be approximately 03000.00 and it was suggested that the City appropriate one third of this amount. After some discussion it was regularly moved, seconded and carried that the Council go on record as being in favor of the publicity campaign and that the sum of 0600.00 be appropriated to apply on the cost of same. Mr. Jim Vincent addressed the Council in behalf of the Yoemans Club of the University df Redlands requesting the waiver of a business license on "Nut and Candy Machines", which they wished to install in the .0 of R. dormitories and around town. As similar applications by other clubs in the city had been denied, a motion was made by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried, that this request be denied. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMINDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands, held August 10, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: That the revised tentative map of Tract 4510 , Unit #1, located within the following street I it boundaries: Hilton Avenue, East Sunset Drive, South Avenue and Franklin Avenue, Hugh Irvine, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommedddtion -71 of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. That the request of Mrs. Mary A. Grant for permission to split one lot from property located on the. ' northeast corner of Cypress Ave. & Alvarado Street., for a building site, be approved with tprovisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. That the request of Mr. Ray Roberts for a zoning variance to permit the storage of pumps, pipes, etc., on property located South if Tork's Diesel service at 610 Tennessee St., and lying north of the A.T.& S.F. Railorad Rights-of way, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Plan- ning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. That the Tentative Map of Tract #4537, Owner, Heers Associated, located on the north side of I � Lugonia Avenue, west of and abutting Texonia Village property be approved with provisions as set forth in the Planning Commission minutes. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. FINAL MAP, UNIT #2, TRACT #4341,ALVARADO2PALM SUBDIVISION The final map of Unit #2, Alvarado-Palm Sub. Tract #4341, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, subject to proper improvement bonds being posted. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, road and ordered filed. From the Chamber of Commerce relative to the appointment .of Orland J. Fowler as temporary Ghairman of the Chamber of Commerce Water Committee. From the Chamber of Commerce reaffirming its position with regards to the acceptance by the City of the proposed Master Plan of the City of Redlands. From the Division of Highways attaching a tabulation showing the apportionment of the July 1954 quarterly payment of the gas tax allocation for expenditure on major streets for the City of Redlands. ORDINANCES ORDINANCE # 975: An ordinance regulating the elimination of abandoned and un-used driveways in the-business district-'of the City of Redlands was presented, read in detail for the second time and 3()8 adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOES: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE # 976: An ordinance authorizing Stop Signs at Crescent Avenue & Alessandro Road and at it 111 Franklin Avenue & Garden Street was presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NOES: None ABSENT: None I ORDINANCE # 977: An ordinance regulating the payMent of taxes on Subdivisions, Lot Splits or division o of property into two or more parcels was read in detail for the second time and adopted by the fallowing 1 vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOES: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION # 763; A resolution authorizing the installation of Parking Meters on both sides of East State Street, between 6th & 7th Streets., and on the West side of 6th Street, between Citrus Avenue and Highway 99, or Central Avenue, under Parking Meter Ordinance # 932, was adopted by the following vote. AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOESt None ABSENT: None VNFINISHED BUSINESS Manager Workman Brought up the matter of the Water Main Line extension charges and presented a written report covering the protests, answers to the protests, and the changes as proposed by a group of builders. After lengthy discussion by the council and members of the building group it was finally agreed that a committee would be appointed at the next council meeting to meet with the builders to further discuss this matter and arrive at some answer agreeable to bith Aides. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman requested that the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids covering the pur- chase of Two - 1a ton trucks for the Disposal Department and One - 1 ton truck for the Electrician. The call for bids was authorized on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. The City Clerk was also authorized to call for bids for the labor and material covering the install- ation of a 12" water main on Brookside Ave., between Center Street and San Mateo Street, appromimately 2700 feet., on motion of Councilman Romo, Seconded by Councilman Osbun. MISCELLANEOUS Water Superintendent nitchie reported that a plot of ground, above the Boullion property in Mentone had been offered the City of Redlands for a future Reservoir site. Mr. Ritchie was directed to look further into the matter but to make no commitments relative to future developments in that area. Manager Workman reported on the League of California Cities Conference to be held at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Oct. 18th to 20th., and announced that he would ari age reservations for those wishing to attend. 111REPORTS The report of the Building Inspector for the month of July was presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the council adjourned. ATTEST: CITY CLERK A 8 Mayor the City of Redlands 30 Redlands, California September 7, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands , held att he regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins, City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilmen Morgan and Romo. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed bythe invocation by Lt. Leslie R. Hood of the Salvation Army. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS 1 As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for two (2) 12-Ton trucks --4 for the llisposal Department and one (1) 1-Ton truck for the City Electrician the follow-1 ing bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Loge and Yount, Redlands ; Lange and Runkel, Redlands ; and from Braman- Dickerson, Riverside. These bids were referred to the Purchasing Department for study and later in the meeting on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, the recommenda- tion of the City Manager and the Purchasing Department that the bid of Lange and Runkel on the 12-Ton trucks and the bid of Loge and Yount on the 1=Ton truck, being deemed best for the City of Redlands , were approved. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Final Subdivision Vap of Tract No. 4501, Foster Square, Occidental Drive between East Lugonia and East Brockton Avenues, was presented and on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, was approved with the following provisions: 1. That the subdivider be required to extend the improvements on Lugonia Avenue west 102 feet to include the parcel located on the Northwest corner of the subdivision, said parcel shown on the final map as 'Not a part of this subdivision. ' 2. That the proper improvement bonds be posted. � 3. That delinquent and current city taxes be paid. Final Subdivision Map of Tract No. 4494, Brookside Terrace , Brookside Avenue , was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, with the provision tnat proper improvement bond be posted and current and delinquent taxes be paid. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Manager Workman presented a request for the use of the City Hall Auditorium by the Redlands Community Chest on September 29 , 1954. Approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From Mr. Joe T. Head, a request that the City consider the offer of 5i shares of Rocky Comfort water in Mentone in exchange for City water service to 17 acres east of Garnet Avenue. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, this request was tabled. I, Pr- 3 1 0 30 From the City of Colton relative to the City of Redlands joining with neighboring cities in the employment of the legal services of Attorney James L. King in pending Orange County water rights suit. From the Redlands Insurance Agents Association relative to the City subsidizing Houghton' s Ambulance Service. Fromthe City of Modesto, their Resolution No. 54-238 commending Phil Johnson for services rendered to the City of Modesto in the capacity of Associate Engineer. From the Redlands Laundry and Dry Cleaners a letter in protest to the increase in sewer rates. Referred for study, to be reported on at later meeting. From Mrs. Effie Lopp, a request that her two sons , recently laid off in a general reduction of street department personnel, be re-employed. From the Carmelite Fathersj. El Carmelo, a request that the City lease them a loop on the road on their property known as Spiral Street. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbuw the City Manager was authorized to negotiatet his lease. CLAIM Manager Workman presented a claim from Mr. Richard Lammers , 418 West Palm Avenue, for damage caused by sewer stoppage. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman, and carried, this claim was denied. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A -meeting between the Redlands City Council and a committee representing the Red- lands Realty Association relative to water line extension charges was set far Tuesday, September 14, 1954, at 8 :00 P.M. Attorney Wilson reported that easements had, been obtained on property to be crossed by the new sewer line starting the second phase of construction. Considerable discussion followed relative to theTglnting of three of the easements , i. e. that the City agree to furnish water and sewer service to the tracts across which the easements are given if andewhen such tracts might be subdivided. Councilman Anderson moved that the easement payments be approved as presented. This was seconded by Councilman Osbun with the pro- vision that before City water service be given any outside tract the City of Redlands be given the first opportunity to purchase any and all water stock or well rights which are a part of such tract. Motion carried. Manager Workman requested authorization to have Clerk Whaley call for sewer construction bids as soon as specifications are received, bids to be called for October 5, 1954. Authorization given on motion of Councilman Osbun seconded by Councilman Anderson. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman reported that the City had been offered z hour of Mill Creek water by Dr. Neff. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the Manager was authorized to negotiate fit X2500.00, plus 'B' Contract water. RESOLUTION NO. 764, a RESOLUTION ORDERING THE WORK of closing a portion of Cliff Avenue, said portion being all of said Cliff Avenue lying south of the south line of Sunset Drive, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NOES : None ABSENT: Councilmen Morlan and Romo y , 11 Renewal of the City' s Comprehensive B.I. and P.D. insurance, United Pacific Policy CLP-50435, through Mr. Brooke Sawyer for the Redlands Insurance Agents Association, yearly premium $8,640.56, was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. ORDINANCE NO. 980, an ordinance of the City of Redlands declaring Texas Street at its intersection with West State Street (also known as West Citrus Avenue) be a 'STOP' intersection; introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules. A resolution accepting an Official Bond in the amount of 45,000.00 on behalf of Harry E. Woltman, City Treasurer, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson. WATER CONTRACTS WITH 'OPTION B' 'I The transfer of water contracts with 'Option B' from Brookside Dairy, Inc. , to 1 A.J. Figueredo to Grace Figueredo and from M.J. Figueredo to A.J. and Grace Figueredo was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, with the 1 r I Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to execute on behalf of the City of Redlands. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman requested and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Coun- cilman Osbun, was rantedto change to a new type g permission of parking meter for the I) installation of the meters recently authorized for East State Street. Authorization to purchase the necessary number of meters was given on motion of Councilman Osbun; seconded by Councilman Anderson. Mr. R.L. Sargent addressed the Council, requesting a right-of-way easement across I City property at Texas and Lugonia for access to a ten acre parcel he plans to sell. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this ease- I ment was approved until such time as the land is subdivided and streets put in and accepted. Attorney Wilson reported that the would represent the City of Redlands in the Orange County Water rights hearing September 14, 1954. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. SII No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. �r Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk I f To Mayo . .f the "City of Redlands 1 II SII I h Pr- 31.2 Redlands, California September 14, 1954 7 :30 o 'clock P.M. A special meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands , held at the regular place li of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Manager Workman and City Clerk Whaley. Absent : None This special meeting was called with the written consent of all the members of the council for the purpose of considering for approval the revised plans and specifications covering the second phase of the sewer construction program and other matters of business that might come up at this time. Mr. Dave Currie, of the Currie Engineering Company, explained to the Council the changes in the plans, which were found to be necessary in order to obtain easements over ) certain parcels of property, from the original plans which had previously been approved. After due consideration the reviled plans and specifications were approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. Manager Workman requested permission to have the Clerk call for bids for a wood chopper for the Park Department. After some discussion this request was granted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Manager Workman reported that the Community Chest organization had requested, through his office, permission to place material on street light standards in the down- town district advertising the Community Chest Drive. This request was granted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. No further business to come before this special meeting, a motion to adjourn was regularly made, seconded and carried. Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk fid. Pcr y Mayor f the City of Redlands Redlands ,California September 21, 1954 71:00 o 'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Frank James. Second Baptist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. 0l it)I BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the construction of a 12" II water main on Brookside Avenue from Center to San Mateo Streets , the following bids were publicly opened and declared: �f Pipeline Construction Company Riverside, California Kevry Construction Co. San Leandro, California L.J. Coughlin & Sons San Bernardino, California Bosko Engineering Co. Los Angeles, California II Wm. DeMotte Engr. Co. Downey, California Bejac Construction Company Buena Park, California H.M. Robertson, Gen. Engr. Riverside, Calif. S.E. Pipeline Constr. Co. Whittier, Calif. Henry B. Stevens, Engr. Contr. Riverside, Calif. Macco Corporation Paramount, Calif. Ledford Brothers Long. Beach, Calif. C.O. Brand, Gen. Contr. Riverside, Calif. ii On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, these bids were referred to Water Superintendent Ritchie for study and recommendation to be brought in later in the meeting. After study, Mr. Ritchie recommended that the bid of the Bosko Engineering 1 . Company being the lowest and best for the City, be accepted. This recommendation was 7: approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS : At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held September II 13, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : Ia. That the bequest of the California Water and Telephone Company for permission to close that portion of a dead-end alley behind their present exchange building which faces on Fourth Street be approved at no cost to the city, with the provision the design of the completed new building be as shown on elevations on file with the Planning De- partment. b. That the request of the California Water and Telephone Company to remove the brick wall which now serves as a screen along the north side of the City Park, said wall located on City property with footings extending on Telephone Company property, be o approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. These recommendations of the Planning Commission were discussed at length by the Council! Councilman Anderson pointed out that in the event of future expansion of theCity' s prop- erties a need might arise for the alley the Telephone Company request closed. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, these requests were returned to the IIPlanning Commission to be returned to the Council for decision on September 28, 1954. Motion carried, with Councilman Morlan voting ' Present' . c. That' the request of Mr. Fred Gowland and Mr. Gordon Donald for permission to split property located on the southeast corner of Garden Street and Franklin Avenue intoii II four lots for building sites be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of I'I the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, with the change in lot lines as recommended by it the City Manager and Item 1-e be changed to read 30' instead of 40' . Motion carried. d. That the request of Mr. Manuel Diaz for permission to split one parcel from it I r 314 --. - _ property located on the northeast corner of Lawton Street and Western Avenuebe approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission waw approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried unanimously. e. That the request of Mr. Peter Arth for permission to split one parcel from property located on north side of Pioneer Avenue west of an extension of Ohio Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. f. That the request of Mr. George Andrews for permission to split one parcel for a building site from property located onthe south side of Palm Avenue facing Coronado Drive intersection be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Plan- ning Commission. Mr. Agdrews protested the requirement of item 2, extending present paving to gutter, stating that the damage to the existing paving was caused when water lines were laid for the Palm Terrace Subdivision and not properly filled in. Manager Workman agreed to check into this requirement. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. g. That Tentative Map of Tract 4559, located south side of Elizabeth Street at the Fountain Avenue intersection, Fosberg and Gregory, owners , be approved with • provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this recom- mendation of the Planning Commission was approved. • h. That the request of Gail Gowland and Fern McElyea for the realignment of Marion Road (formerly Daisy Street) between Lots 23 and 24 so that it will conform with the present south curb and gutter line of Marion Road situated in a westerly direction from the above described property be approved as shown on the surveyors map, provided it is done at no cost to the city. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Mrs. marcella ueaano, Tribune Street, addressed the Council with a request that the City consider paving 500' from Brockton Avenue to the dead-end of Tribune Street , (north) . . Mrs. Cedano stated that she felt the property owners would be willing to bear part of the cost of paving. Because of the possibility of a subdivision on the east side of the street , the Council suggested that the Engineer check into this to see if some temporary relief might be given. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Chamber of Commerce, a letter of commendation relative to the purchasing of local goods and services where practiable. From the Chamber of Commerce, a request for endorsement by the Council of their Industrial 315 Objective Plan. The Council felt that paragraph two might restrict potential industry and on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Usbun, and carried, the ob- jective was endorsed with the recommendation that the above parapraph start with the words "One objective" instead of "Our objective". ORDINANCES Ordinance No. 978, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, designating Texas Street at its intersection with West State Street (also known as West Citrus Avenue) as a boulevard ' STOP' , read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, 'Pomo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. 1 NOES : None ABSENT: None it UNFINISHED BUSINESS : The request of Mr. Joe Head that the City furnish city water to 17 acres in Mentone in exchange for 5i shares of Rocky Comfort Water was discussed. Manager Workman brought the recommendation of Water Superintendent Ritchie to the Council. Mr. Ritchie felt i that the City would gain nothing by the acquisition of these water shares and did not advise this transaction. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Ander- II son, theCouncil concurred with the recommendation of the Water Superintendent. The attc The matter of flood control work on Fifth Avenue was again discussed. Because the cost II estimated by the County is in excess of the amount estimated by the City Engineer, action) was tabled and the City Engineer instructed to make further study and recommendation. NEW BUSINESS. Engineer reported onthe cost of re-surfacing a portion of West Fern Avenue. Because the cost would exceed the budgeted figure of $5,000.00, Mr. Johnson suggested that it might be advisable to defer this project at the present and divert the available funds to the widening and straightening of Orange Street at Colton Avenue , work to be done at the time of the remodeling of the buildings at the northwest corner of Colton and Orange. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, Manager Workman was author- ized to negotiate along these lines with the Division of Highways. The City Engineer brought the Council his report on recommended treatment of a storm water ditch on the E.D. Nickerson property at Cedar and Crescent Avenues. Mr. Nickerson had asked to be allowed to pipe the drain, fill in the ditch and erect buildings over it:, Mr. Johnson' s recommendation was to line the bottom of the ditch with a concrete shell and build a concrete archway over it, with no buildings to be erected over it. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded byyCouncilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the City Engineer was approved. 1 ir; Manager Workman asked the Council to establish a policy relative to the maintenance and construction of curbs, gutters and sidewalks in the City. He brought out the fact that under the 1911 Act the property owner was responsible for the maintenance of the above curbs , gutters and sidewalks and that when not maintained in safe repair after notification by the City, said City should proceed with needed repairs and charge to the owner of the property serged. Mr. Philip Feenstra addressed the Council in protest to I 31 6 this policy. Mayor Elkins then suggested the matter be given further study by the r _ Council. No action. The City Manager presented a recommendation from the Police Department that a 4-way R: ' STOP' be approved for East Colton Avenue and Chureh Street. Attorney Wilson was in-t structed to bring in the necessary ordinance. The Police Department also sent the recommendation that Olive Avenue both east' and west of Cajon Street be made parallel parking. Councilman Anderson suggested that this be postponed until the diagonal parking problem on State Street and on Citrus Avenue could be cleared up. No action at this time. Councilman Morlan then asked Council's opinion re)ative to the installation of 'YIELD RIGHT OF WAY ' signs in lieu of 'STOP' signs where practical. This has the endorsement of t he Police Department and the Council approved. Attorney Wilson instructed to bring in necessary ordinance. Manager Workman reported that the protest of the Redlands Sanitary Laundry and Dry Clean- ers against the present sewer rental charge was without justification and that compara- tive usage survey indicated the charges were fair. Mr. Workman stated that though Mr. Bradbury was not satisfied he did not recommend any modification of the charge. The Council agreed. Mr. Frank Gilbert brought the Council an invitation on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce to a meeting at Council' s convenience to discuss parking problems. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: arr y H. Harry R. Whale City Clerk -4 -^o May.j of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, Califronia • September 28, 1954 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting by written consent of all Council members. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Rome, and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper: Councilman Anderson entered the Council Chambers at 7 :•30 P.M. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag. This special meeting was called tor the purpose of considering the petition of the California Water and Telephone Company to have the alley directly behind the present I 31 6 this policy. Mayor Elkins then suggested the matter be given further study by the Council. No action.-- -- - - Corrections in minutes or oounoia mookbab 9a Soptember 21, 1954 The City Mans Page Six, Second Paragraph, should read: ' STOP' be ap; The City Manager presented a recommendation from the Police Departshent structed to t that a 4-way 'STOP' be approved for East Colton Avenue and Church Stroe'. No action was taken on this recommendation by the Council at this time. 1 l Cil J (9-Q.-- The Police Depaluzuani, also sent—cna recommendation that Olive Avenue both east and west of Cajon Street be made parallel parking,. Councilman Anderson suggested that this be postponed until the diagonal parking problem on State Street and on Citrus Avenue could be cleared up. No adtion at this time. Councilman Morlan then asked Council' s opinion relative to the installation of 'YIELD RIGHT OF WAY ' signs in lieu of 'STOP' signs where practical. This has the endorsement of the Police Department and the Council approved. Attorney Wilson instructed to bring in necessary ordinance. Manager Workman reported thatt he protest of the Redlands Sanitary Laundry and Dry Clean- ers against the present sewer rental charge was without justification and that compara- tive usage survey indicated the charges were fair. Mr. Workman stated that though Mr. Bradbury was not satisfied he did not recommend any modification of the charge. The Council agreed. Mr. Frank Gilbert brought the Council an invitation on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce to a meeting at Council' s convenience to discuss parking problems. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: airy, �4' e Harry R. Whaley' City Clerk May.e of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, Califronia • September 28, 1954 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting by written consent of all Council members. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper: Councilman Anderson entered the Council Chambers at 7 :•30 P.M. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance to the flag. This special meeting was called tor the purpose of considering the petition of the California Water and Telephone Company to have the alley directly behind the present o Telephone Company building closed; also to hold a public hearing preliminary to the adoption of a Master Plan for the City of Redlands. TELEPHONE COMPANY'S REQUEST TO CLOSE ALLEY Manager Workman reviewed this request and presented the recommendation of the Planning Commission as follows : a. That the request of the California Water and Telephone Company for permission to close that portion of a dead-end alley behind their present exchange building which faces on Fourth Street be approved at no cost to the City, with the provision the design of the completed new building be as shown on elevations on file in the office of the Planning Departemnt. b. That the request of the California Water and Telephone Company for permission Ito remove the brick wall which now serves as a screen along the north side of the City Park, said wall located on city property with footings extending on Telephone Company :q property, be approved with the following provisions : 1. All whole brick salvaged be delivered to the City at the city yards. 2. Remove 16 shrubs along existing wall. Replace to Park Superintendent ' s speci- 1 fications when building is completed. This request and recommendation had been brought to the Council at the regular meeting thereof held September 21, 1954. Because the Council felt that at some future time of expansion the City might have need of this alley, it was referred back to the Planning 111 Commission for further study. The Planning Commission returned their original recom- mendation, stating that any use or trade value the alley might have was the business of the Council only. Manager Workman requested that Item 2 be added to as follows : li 3. That the bay tree at the corner of the City Park either be moved or replaced according to the recommendation of the Park Superintendent . This request was then approved with the added provision to Item 2 ( Item 3) , on motion 0$iN of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman moo, and carried . In connection with the construction of their new building the Telephone Company then presented the following requests : I'I 1. That, theyingtc.be-required, to .insbelledrnsprinkding systemjih the&equip ieht woeni:e,, c 1I C 2. That sprinkler not be required in the basement. 1 These two requests were, after considerable discussion, referred to Fire Chief Rundberg and Building Inspector Phelps. Mr. Fisher of the Telephone Company felt that these two I,11 items could be worked out satisfactorily to both sides. 3. That, during construction, they be permitted to discharge roof darinage from the Clothesline store into the perk. 1f 4. That the shadow relief as shown in the architectural treatment of the wall, resulting in a 3" overhang, be permitted. Item 3 was approued on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Item 4 was discussed and Architect Rabe pointed out that it would take Council action I II for a variance to the Building Code to permit windows on the south side to open out and 1 for the 3" overhangm as the new building is, to be built to the City Park line. On mo- ' tion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this request for variance was approved with the pp provision that the windows be closed with a 4-hour fire resistant wall and that the overhang be removed should the City ever build to the property line. I 01 ,E ,z! y ADOPTION OF THE MASTER PLAN The next item of business was the public hearing on the adoption of a Master Plan for the City of Redlands. Because Clerk Whaley was needed in his office in connection with the returns in the special water election he turned the basket over to Attorney Wilson. Mr. Wilson then read in detail Resolution RPC-105 of adoption of the Master Plan by the Planning Commission, also the published notice of public hearing before the Council. Mr. Simon Eisner, Planning Consultant with the Planning Commission, then addressed the Council and the audience, explaining in considerable detail the tremendous amount of time and careful planning that had gone into the preparation of this plan, pointing out that no one plan could encompass all desires and that the plan, as presented, was con- ceived to serve the common good, welded together as a whole. He emphasized that the plan was flexible , could at any time be amended, and that it was not to be confused with a zoning plan. Attorney Wilson read letters of commendation from the Chamber of Commerce and from the Redlands Real Estate Board. Mayor Elkins thanked the Planning Commission, Mr. Eisner, Planning Director Conner and his staff as well as all who worked on the plan for a job well done. The following citizens then addressed the Council in approval of the plan and recommended its adoption: Mr. Arthur Gregory, Mr. Earl Witmer, Mr. R.A. Nichols and Mr. John Gilbert. Dr. Vernon Tolle objected to the legend on the map 'predominately agriculture' . , pointing out that this might be interpreted as restricting the area from possible future subdivision. Mr. Lloyd Yount pointed out that the grower is entitled to protection also, that he does not believe the citrus industry is fading out and that area mainly citrus should be retained as such. Henry Romo, Sr. , felt that the plan should be flexible enough to permit the subdivi- ding of unprofitable groved and to encourage light industry. Mr. Eisner assured that such change and growth had been provided for in the plan. Mr. Robert Scarborough suggested that a buffer zone be established, of which Mr. Eisner approved, to be considered at such time as zoning is set. Mr. Robert Covington of the County Planning Commission said that the Master Plan , would be considered in areas of influence and that the County would cooperate with the City at all times. Councilman Morlan suggested that perhaps the misunderstanding of the plan was one of language only and offered the idea that the legend in question be changed to read, ' Predominately agriculture; low density residential when urbanized.' This suggestion met with approval from both the citizens and the Council. The Master Plan as presented was then approved by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkiijg. NOES: None ABSENT: None CZ 1 (. t_, Sea Attorney Wilson then read in detail Resolution No: 765 adopting the Master Plan as amended for the City of Redlands. This resolution was approved by the following roll- call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NOES ; None ABSENT: None li No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST; r)077`, Harr R. Whale City lerk Mayor f the City of ands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- 'I Redlands , California it October 6, 1954 1e) 7 :00 O' clock P.M. 4 � I A regular meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None II The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance , followed by the invocation by Rev. Fr. William J. Casey, Sacred Heart Catholic Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having pre- viously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting , that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same, as amended, be approved. !� BIDS : As this was the time advertised for the opening of maids on the second phase of the con- struction of the new sewer line north and west of Redlands the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Ivan M. Metkovich Los Angeles $137 ,151.00 Bosko and Bradarich Montebello 177 ,451.50 Kevry Construction San Leandro 137 ,760.50 J.S. Barrett Santa Ana 142,102.11 II Beason Construction San Diego 144,401.55 Glanville Plumbing Co. Bakersfield 145,420.00 George Dakovich Monterey Park 160,693. 40 These bids were referred to Attorney Wilson and Engineer Cutrie for immediate study and recommendation, and later returned with the recommendation that the bid of Ivan M. Metkovich, being deemed the lowest and best for the City of Redlands, be accepted. On II motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recom- mendation of the Attorney and Engineer Currie was accepted with the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NOES; None ABSENT: NONE iI I' I a A this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on a wood chopper for the Park De- partment the following bids were publicly opened and declared; From: Weed Control Service Corona Del .Mar $3,141. 50 W.S. Rowland Goleta 3,247.00 (optional engine) 3,576.00 These bids were referred to the Park Superintendent and Purchasing Department for study, recommendations to be brought in at the next regular meeting of the Council. CERTIFICATE FOR MERTIORIOUS SERVICE TO FRANKLIN M. GODSHALL Mayor Elkins at this time presented a Certificate for Meritouious Service to Mr. Franklin M. Godshall, retiring City Treasurer. Mayor Elkins gave a brief resume of Mr. Godshall' s career with the City of Redlands, serving as City Judge from 1945 to 1946 and as City Treasurer from 1946 to the present time. Mr. Godshall thanked the Mayor and assured the Council that the office was left in very capable hands under the leadership of the new City Treasurer Harry S. Woltman. ORAL PETITIONS Mrs. Sue Zamborsky addressedthe Council with a petition on behalf of the Maybelle Well- , man Post, American Legion Auxiliary, for permission to sell flowers on the two bank corners at State and Orange Streets on November 5th and 6th, 1954. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman M©rlan, and carried. Mr. Joe Mays addressed the Councilman with a request for water service to his duplex on Poplar Street in Loma Linda. Mr. Mays stated that he purchased the property in June from Mr. E.E. Seamount, withthe assurance from Mr. Seamount that the City, per prior committ- ment , would give him water service. The Council informed Mr. Mays, reading from the Council minutes of August 3, 1954, that this water service was approved for one parcel of property only. Councilman Anderson felt that this was a hardship case and advised Mr. Mays to bring in Mr. Seamount to confer with Water Superintendent Ritchie in an attempt to solve the problem. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS : At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held Septem- ber 28, 1954, the following recommendations were presented to the City Council: a) , That Tentative Map of Tract 4546, located within the following boundaries; Chestnut Avenue, Pacific Street, Walnut Avenue and Monterey Street, Sherer Building Corporation, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the Plannigg Commission was approved with the following changes: Item 7 : "Remove tree on the corner of Walnut Avenue and Monterey Street. " The, pity will assume responsibility for removal of this tree. Item 5 : "Remove existing drainage structures across Pacific Street and Monterey Street at Chestnut Avenue and con- struct cross-gutters : grade streets and replace paving to meet cross-gutters. " The City will pay one-half the expense of this operation. b) That revised tentative Map of Tract No. 4187 , located north side of west Colton Avenue at the Tennessee Street intersection , owner, Hollywood Land Development Co. , Li be denied for the reasons set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. c ) That the request of Mr. Leland R. Herman for a Home Occupation Permit to op- erate an On-call Television Repair Service from his new home to be constructed on the southeast corner of Hastings Street and Brookside Avenue , 1st Residential Zone, be denied. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. d) That the request of Mrs. M. E. Dunlop for permission to split Parcel A from I Lots 145 to 146 for a building site, property located on southeast corner of Brockton Avenue and Berkeley Drive, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved with the 11 following changes : Delete all of Item 1; Delete the first sentence of Item 3, leaving' only the provision "Repair sidewalk. " e) That Tentative Map of Tract 4570, located on the southwest corner of Palm Avenue and Roosevelt Road, J. J. Andrews , owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was ap- proved withtthe exception of Item 3, "Remove drain across Roosevelt Road across Palm Avenue and construct 61 concrete cross-gutter. Grade and replace pavement. " The City it will assume one-half the expense of t his work. f) Mr. Ray E. Williams requested permission to split property into two parcels , property located on southeast corner of Hilton Avenue and Cajon Street. Planning II Commission recommends approval of this request with the provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Williams addressedthe Council with protest to some of the curb and gutter requirements. After some consideration this request was tabled for two weeks pending further check by the City Engineer. g) `'hat the request of Henry A. and Garnette M. Moore for a Home Occupation Per- mit to make animated floral arrangements in their home at 1118 Sixth Street , 2nd Residential Zone, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Plan- ' ning Commission. On motion GD Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and IIS carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. h) That the request of Mr. M.N. Griswold for permission to split property lo- cated between Knoll Road and Elizabeth Street , east of Crescent Avenue and west of 1 Fountain Avenue into 4 parcels for building sites be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Plannigg Commission was approved. i ) That the request of Mr. E.E. Stokes for a Home Occupation Permit to conduct Public Accounting from his home at 845 W. Brockton Avenue be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation was approved. , I 610,6) / FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP Final Subdivision Map for Tract No. 4484, Unit 2, Brookside Gardena, C.J.Jollie, owner, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun.i Clerk Whaley informed the Council that the proper bonds had been posted and all city t I taxes had been paid. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS : From the University of Redlands, an application for use of the Redlands Bowl for a Pajamarino Rally on October 8, 1954, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded l by Councilman Anderson. On behalf of the Associated Student Body, Redlands High School, for use of the auditorium for a Hallow'een Dance October 30, 1954, was approved on motion of Council- man Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. From the Mission School District, a request for the installation of a fire hydrant at the Mission School and at the Victoria School was approved on motion of Councilman Homo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. , details to be worked out with Water Superin- tendent Ritchie. From parents and property owners in the vicinity of Church Street and East Colton Avenue, a petition with 46 signatures requesting 'STOP' sign on Colton Avenue at Church Street. This petition was tabled on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Marian, pending a study of traffic problems on an overall basis. , From Clayton Hays, a request for water service to four one-acre parcels west of the city limits was denied on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From James L. King, Attorney, San Bernardino, relative to acting on behalf of the cities of Redlands , Colton and San Bernardino in the Orange County District Water Suit. Mr. King stated that his retainer fee would be $2,500.00 and his per diem fee $ 200.00/ This cost to be divided between the three cities represented. There was some discussion as to whether it would not be more advantageous to pro-rate this fee on an 'assessed valuation of real property rathercthan on population basis. Attorney Wilson to investi- gate this. From the Redlands Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors relative to the City' s purchase of local services and goods when possible. Clerk Whaley read a resolution as adopted by the City of Ontarion relative to re- questing the Board of Supervisors of San Bernardino County to make allocation of County funds to the Cities of San Bernardino County for the maintenance and reconstruction of County Highways within incorporated areas, in sums no less per capita than allocations made by Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Councilman Morlan moved that the City Manager bring in a similar resolution for Council approval. Motion seconded by Councilman Romo and carried unanimously. � 9{; UNFINISHED BUSINESS Attorney Wilson presented an itemized statement of the last three easements for the new sewer line and requested that warrants be issued in the following amounts : W.L. Thornquest , $570.00; B.F. and Dorothy Ronzone, $813.00 ; Ray Hawkins, $383.27. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the issuance of these warrants was authorized. The Attorney then requested t hat'.all easements for this sewer project be accepted and ordered recorded. This request was granted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Manager Workman reported that the City Engineer had made the survey requested by the Council and had conferred with the County Flood Control relative to the storm water ditch on Fifth Avenue. The Engineer was informed that the County anticipated doing the work within the City' s budgeted share of $2000.00 but recommended the City match their 7 A ' budgeted figure of $3,000.00 (one-half total cost) with refund assured of amount paid actual -4 by City in excess of total cost. This was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. The City Manager brought the City an offer of 52 shares of Redlands Heights Water stock for sale by Hugh Irvine. Mr. Workman was authorized to offerthe going price of $75.00 per share, with assessment paid, on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. The request of the California Water and Telephone Company for variance to the Building code to eliminate automatic sprinklers (fire control) inthe basement and on the ground floor of their new building was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, with the following provisions : 1. Basement; a) Sprinklers shauld be installed in the main open section that will be used for miscellaneous storage. b) Automatic chemical extinguishers such as Carbon Dioxide in the power plant section of the basement. c ) Cable vault seEtion poses no critical fire problem and automatic fire control) may be eliminated behind walls of at least one hour construction. 2. Ground Floor : a) Inasmuch as this section will house sensitive switching equipment that might be interrupted or damaged by water and further; in consideration of 24 hour manning, we can substitute appropriate hand extinguishers for this area. NEW BUSINESS The matter of installing 'YIELD RIGHT OF WAY' signs in lieu of some 'STOP' signs was discussed. Attorney Wilson had been instructed to bring in an ordinance covering signs. However, the Attorney stated that any such sign must be installed with a specific covering ordinance just as 'STOP' signs are presently installed. He suggested holding this matter in abeyance until such time as the recommended overall traffic surrey can be made. Announcement was made of the League of California Cities Conference to be held in Los Angeles October 18th to October 21, 1954, inclusive. rr. SOLUTION NO. 966, a resolutiodto amend the system of streets of major importance within the City of Redlands , presented by Manager Workman. This amending resolution would delete Crescent Avenue from Seppentine Drive to Alessandro Road and would add lA I tJ�N`-1. Brockton Avenue from Texas Street to Judson Street. Resolution was adopted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Manager Workman brought the Council the recommendation to the Merchants Parking and Traffic Committee of the Chamber of Commerce approving the elimination of diagontal parking and the enforcement of the so-called Monterey type parking on East Citrus Avenue between Orange Street and Fifth Street. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried uanpimously. The recommendation of the Police Department that parking meters be installed on west side of Fourth Street between Vine and Cigaus was approved on motion of Council- man Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. The City Manager reported that in connection with a long-range plan to eliminate sub-standard dwellings as can be replaced with standard homes , 65 of the necessary 125 have been removed. Mr. Workman feels that this is a very worth while program and re- quested the Council to approve the hiring of a half-time employee to work with Mr. Phelps along the lines planned forthis project. This approval was given on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. The transfer of Water Contracts with Option B from Donal J. Daniels and Florence Irene Lloyd to Florence Cole Lloyd was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and the Clerk and the Mayor authorized to execute same on behalf of the City of Redlands. ' REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Police Department and Poundmaster, the Building Inspection Department amd the City Treasurer forthe month of September, 1954. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned with instructions to the Clerk that the next regular meeting be adjourned to an ad- journed regular meeting on the 26th of October, 1954. ATTEST: W Harry R. Whaley City Clerk )Y•� / Mayor f the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands,California October 7„ 1954 9 :00 o'clock AM An all day public hearing was held in the Council Chambers before the Redlands City Council . Present : Councilmen Osbun , Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. Absent : None This public hearing was held for the purpose of considering for approval the Tentative Plan , West Central Business Area, Project Area, 1-A, as submitted by the Redlands 4ommunity Redevelopment Agency. This day long discussion was taken down in shorthandby a court reporter and the complete transcript will be on file in the office of the City Clerk. ATTEST : Harry R. Whaley /City Clerk fayai of the City of Rwll&nds 0 o, r Redlands, California October 19, 1954 7 :00 o ' clock, P.M. This being the time set for the regular meeting of the Redlands City Council and there being no quorum, the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Tuesday, October 26, 1954, at 7 :00 o'clock P.M. Attest : .airy R. Whale ' City Clerk ,42 Mayo f the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- �I Redlands, California October 26, 1954 7 :00 o ' clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. jZPresent : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins, City Clerk 4 Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of Allegiance , followed by the invocation by Rev. Gerald C. Churchill, First Congregational Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that the members of the Council haying previously examined the record of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the awarding of the bid on a wood chipper for the pa rk department, Manager Workman brought in the recommendation that the bid of the Weed Control Service for one Fitchburg Brush Chipper, Model THC612, price $3,141. 50;1 be accepted. As this bid was the lowest and deemed the best for the City, the recom- mendation of the City Manager was approved and the award made on motion of Councilman Osbun , seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMP+ENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held October 12, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : That the "Procedures for Lot Splits, drawn up for the clarification of the pro- cedures and requirements of the land developer be approved with the following amendments ? 1. On the cover : "For your convenience and Information" be added. 2. On page 2, Paragraph 2, m: "When Possible" , to be added. 3. On page 3, Sub-paragraph c , 2, (a) : "Sewerage Disposal" to be added. 4. On page 4, Paragraph 9 : To be capitalized. 5. On page 5, Paragraph 1 : "Inspection costs , sewerage" , to be added. 6. On page 6, "Water Stock" tote added. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. Final Map, Tract 4456, Hall Subdivision, LaPaloma Street bete/en Fern Avenue and � Il Clark Street , presented and approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Coun- cilman Osbun, and carried unanimously. I tr).7 e1 n,'.1 Manager Workman presented a recommendation in connection with the provisions set forth in the recently approved split for Mr. M,.N. Griswold, on Knoll Road. This recom- mendation would change provision Item 1, Knoll Road, Paragraph b, to "Repair curbs and % gutters on Knoll Road". On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this variance to the provisions set forth for this split was approved. ' The request of Mr. Ray Williams for permission to split property into two parcels had been tabled at the last meeting. Property located on southeast corner of Hilton Avenue and Cajon Street. After further check by the City Engineerm it was the recom- mendation of the City Manager that this request be approved withthe following change : 1. That all curbs and gutters be repaired, that gutter on Cajon Street be grouted and cleaned and that curb be repaired. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation was approved. TENTATIVE PLAN COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS. Tentative Plan of Project Area 1, Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Redlands , came up for approval or rejection at this time. Councilman Anderson introduced' a motion as follows : " In view of the inability of the City to see its way clear to provide means of financing its share of the proposed project at this time, I move that the Tentative Plan b8 the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of R9dlands be tabled indefinitely, and that the proper authorities be so notified. Also that we direct thar said agency be dissolvedand terminate its affairs as soon as possible. Include a so in the motion a hearty vote of thanks and appreciation to the directors of the agency for their hard work and loyal devotion to their appointed task. " This motion was seconded by Councilman Romo and approved by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins . NOES; NONE ABSENT: None ORAL PETITIONS Mrs. Jack Stegman, 813 Church Street, and Mr. Norton Dean, 814 'Lombard Street, addressed the Council with an appeal for action on a petition signed by 46 parents and residents in the vicinity of Church Street and East Colton Avenue. This petitions re- quests that said Church Street and East Colton Avenue be made a 4-way traffic "STOP" in the interest of the safety of school children who use this crossing. After some dis- cussion relative to the proposed over-all traffic survey being planned by the City, Councilman Romo moved that Ordinance No. 979, creating a 4-way "STOP" at this inter- section be introduced and laid over Under the rules. Motion seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried unanimously. COMIvUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From the Chamber of Commerce relative to the employment by the City of a qualified out-of-town appraiser for the purpose of appraising an off-street parking facility. Mr. Frank Gilbert , Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council in connection. with this request , ezynilikrrpg the desire of tha Chamber to have a double appraisal of -19 397 the property under consideration for the purpose of substantiation. Councilman Anderson felt that the Chamber should make their appraisal, then contact the property , owners. If said property owners were favorable to both the parking district and the appraisal, then the City would make the second appraisal. Mr. Gilbert felt that this preliminary work of the Chamber would be completed in four to six weeks. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the Council agreed to make this appraisal when requested. From the City of Colton, a letter relative to the division of the expense of re- taining Attorney King on behalf of the cities of Colton, Redlands, :San Bernardino in the Orange County Water suit. ®nthe same subject, a copy of a communication from the Water Department of the San Bernardino to the City of Colton. These were both referred to Attorney Wilson to be reported on at the next regular meeting. From the Council of Churches, City of Redlands, a letter of commendation for the C) y,I proposed enforcement of laws against gambling, including pinball machines. From the Metropolitan Coach Lines, a letter of appreciation for the Council ' s approval of their through-operations proposal, now accepted by the P.U.C . and in effect November 8, 1954. it From the University of Redlands , request for a parade on Homecoming Day, November 6, 1954. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Council- ' man Osbun. From Hicks and Manning, Surveyors, a request for condemnation or right of eminent domain for a drainage easement of approximately 125 ' adjacent to Tract No. 4037. The Council suggested that the City Attorney endeavor to obtain this easement without such proceedings. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Mr, Joe Mays was present for the decision of the Council on his request for water II service to Ponlar Street in Loma Linda. This request had been based on an oral committiL ment made by made by former water superintendent Burk to serve water to this property, II formerly owned by Mr. C.E. Seamount , if and when the new Loma Linda well was put into operation. . Because the Council felt this to be a moral obligation, it was moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romom that the City grant this request for one meter only, but that no further service be given this property or on this street. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 768, a resolution of the City of Redlands requesting the Board of Supervisors of San Bernardino County to make allocation to the incorporated areas with- in the County in a sum of not less than $1.00 per capita, for county road maintenance within the cities, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins . NOES : None ABSENT; None NEW BUSINESS RESOLUTION No. 769, a resolution of the City of Redlands favoring the adoption of II a uniform ordinance prohibiting pinball machines in the cities and county of San AA I �L) "ernardino, introduced by Mayor Elkins and adopted byt he following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun. Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NOES : None ABSENT : None Councilman Anderson brought up the question as to the number of horror comic books and various pornographic literature which might be on newsstands in the city, and asked relative to an ordinance which might control such publications or their circulation. Manager Workman reported that this problem had been discussed at a conference in the recent League. of Cities meeting and that several cities report success by contacting the wholesalers. Mr. Workman asked permission to try to control this menace on a co- operative basis , working withthe Police Chief. City Manager Workman requested authorization to advertise for bids for 10,000 tons,j more or less , of asphaltic paving materials to meet the needs of the City for the comings year. Authorization granted on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. a ORDINANCE NO. 980, establishing no parking on the south side of Brockton Avenue between Texas and Judson Streets in any section having less than 40' from curb to curb during such time as said Brockton Avenge is widened to conform to the 60' width required to qualify as a Major City Street, introduced by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilmanll Morlan, and laid over under the rules. Manager Workman presented the Council a report from the Building Department relative to substandard housing conditions on Cortez Street , just inside the city limits to the ' northeast. Lack of adequate water facilities make it impossible to bring these dwell- ings up to standard, all of which are owner occipied. No solution seems possible the present but the Council recommended the County Health Department do all possible to clean up from a health hazard. Mr. Workman presented a communication from the Redlands Schools stating that the school system has no authority to hire crossing guards and that the guard at the mPXaq Street-Colton Avenue intersection would be removed. Attorney Wilson was instructed to check into this matter with the County Council and bring in a report. A Contract, including the necessary bonds and certificate of insurance, between Ivan M. Metkovich and the City of Redlands for the construction of the second phase of the new sewer project in this city was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. City Attorney Wilson reported that he had nothing definite to report on the Clayton Hays nuisance abatement on his vacant lot on the southwest corner of West Palm Avenue and Pacific Street. This abatement had been requested by neighboring residents some time age. Mr. Wilson indicated that he intends to keep working on the problem. Councilman Romo brought out the specific requirements of Ordinance No. 856, pro- hibiting the running loose of dogs on public streets, sidewalks or other place. The C Council felt that this ordinance should be publicized and the people warned to keep their dogs from running loose. The Manager was instructed to give such publicity to this as necessary. REPORTS The reports of the Fire Department and the Cemetery Department were presente and ordered filed. 909 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved bythe Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : H.R.Whaley City Clerk City o f „ Mayor f the City of Redlands 1 -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California November 2, 1954 7 :00 O'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman, City Attorney Wilson and Deputy Clerk Soper. i! Absent : None The meeting was opened with t he pledge of allegiance, followed by be invocation by Rev. Jacob Bolt , Supply Pastor, Second Christian Reformed Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having pre- viously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of they minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. !, RESIGNATION OF POLICE CHIEF , Mayor Elkins departed from the agenda and asked City Manager Workman to make his rgggge relative to the matter of the resignation of Police Chief Slaughter. Manager Workman statedthat after further investigation he wished to withdraw his acceptance of Police Chief Slaughter' s resignation until such time as a thorough investigation can be ',! made. A number of citizens were present and Mr. Russell Goodwin, Mr. Rex Cramner, Mr. E.F. Dibble, Mr. Robert Scarborough and Rev. Gerald C. Churchill in turn addressed the Council asking for clarification of the charges against Chief Slaughter. Councilman Anderson moved, after lengthy discussion, not to accept the resignation of Chief Slaughter and to affirm the action bf Manager Workman, This motion was approved by the !! following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo , Anderson. NOES : Mayor Elkins ABSENT; N6ne ORAL PETITIONS I �I Mr. Robert W. Emmerson addressed the Council, requesting that a committee be ap- pointed to work with Cemetery Superintendent Schaal and a representive committee of theli local morticians to make a serious study of existing rules and regulations fort he i cemetery, particularly relative to the possibility of double interment in some cases. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the mayor was authorized to appoint such a committee and City Manager Workman and Supt. Schaal , I \to work with said committee. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS i U r 30 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held October 26, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council: a. That the request of Mr. George B. Nash for permission to split three parcels from property located on the south side of Cypress Avenue at the Terracina Blvd. inter- I,I section be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Com- mission. ' On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this Pecommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. b. That Tentative Map of Tract 4590, located within the following boundaries : Cedar Avenue, Monterey Street, Crescent Avenue and Pacific Street, Owner, E.D. Nickerson, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commision. Mr. Nic;cerson was present to protest the provisions of Items 3 and 5 and after a review of the Plot Plan the tentative map was approved with the following changes on m motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan : Item 3: Lower concrete arch over drainage ditch to curb so that curb and gutter may continue through on grade. Item 5 : Second sentence in t his provision shall read: Install inlet manholes on Pacific Street. c. Mr. Ross Beall requested permission to split two paro'els from property located north side of Crescent Avenue between Pacific Street and Monterey Street. The Planning Commission recommended approval of this request with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. After Mr. Beall personally addressed the Council in protest to Items 2 - 4 and 5, it was moved by Council Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, that this request be tabled for two weeks. c. That Tentative Map of Tract 4598, located south side of Elizabeth Street be- tween Dwight Street and Halsey Street be approved with the provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. ;;This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Council- man Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, with the provision that the subdivider post bond to cover the work required in Item 1, (a) ; Item 2, (a) , and Item 4, work to be done at such time as the next block in the street is developed. Mr. E.D. Nickerson presented map of Tract 3235 for approval. This tentative map had been approved prior to the present policy requiring sewers to be laid in public streets or alleys instead of by easement over private property. The City Engineer did not feel that he could approve, his tract map with easements for the sewers, After considerable discussion, Mr. Nickerson agreed to dead 20' for an alley, with turnaround provided, and pay one-half the cost of paving said alley, the City to pay the other half. Tentative map was then approved as revised, on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, L_ 3.a� e, . _ APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Manager Workman presented an application on behalf of the D.A.V. Colton Chapter 127, for permission to put on a forget-me-not drive to raise funds for rehabilitation purposes, drive to be November 5 - 9, 1954. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, after William T. Abney, Adjutant , Colton Chapter, D.A.V, pointed out that the Colton Chapter was representive of the Redlands area, there being no local chapter. Motion carried. An application from the newly formed "Redlands City Employees Federal Credit Union+' for authorization for payroll deductions was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, I seconded by Councilman Osbun. A petition with 25 signatures requesting the removal of a 'STOP' sign recently in- stalled on Garden Street at Franklin Avenue was presented and referred for investigation!. Manager Workman presented a petition from property owners on Tribune Street for s street improvements in htat block dead-ending north of Brockton Avenue. The petition it signifies that the property owners would be willing to assume the expense of this im- provement. The Manager and Engineer were instructed to check into the cost of this and see how it could be worked out on a volunteer basis. The Seventh Day Adventist Church, Brookside Avenue, requested permission to erect a church sign on city property near the City Reservoir on the north side of Highway 99 111 inside the city limits. The Council suggested this church be contacted relative to the ! feasibility of working out one sign on the order to the ones now used by service clubs , with all churbhes who so desire participating. An inquiry from the Carmelite Fathers as to the possibility of obtaining title to II that small parcel of property which is at present encircled by the Retreat House property; also that they be allowed to purchase, if fee reasonable, a small parcel of city land on their south boundary line. Referred to the City Manager for recommendation and action. OLD BUSINESS ORDINANCE No. 979, an ordinance of the City of Redlands , amending Ordinance 693, "Regulating the traffic on the public street of the City of Redlands" , presented, read I� in detail for the second time, and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilman Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOES : None ABSENT; NOne. ORDINANCE NO. 980, an ordinance of the City of Redlands creating a 4-way "STOP" at the intersection of East Colton Avenue and Church Street:. Presented, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins NOES ; None ABSENT: None CITY ATTORNEY Attorney Wilson brought up the matter of the Tentative Map d'1an of Project Area 1H Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Redlands which had been tabled by motion at the last meeting of the Council. Mr. Wilson at this time presented Resolution No. II LA I 770, a RESOLUTION REJECTING THE TENTATIVE PLAN OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR DEVELOPMENT OF PROJECT AREA 1. This resolution was then adopted by the following roll-call vote : ' AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. NOES: None ABSENT : None Attorney Wilson reported that little progress had been made in coming to a decision, relative to the division of the fees of Attorney King who is representing the cities of Colton, San Bernardino, and Redlands in the Orange County Water Rights Suit. Mr. Wilson informed the Council that he had not yet filed abatement proceedings against Mr. Clayton Hays in order to clear up the unsightly condition existing on Mr. • Hay' s property on West Palm Avenue and Pacific Street. Mr. George King reminded the Council that it had been 103 days since Mr. Hays had been given 60 days to abate said nuisance and that residents were anxious to have some action taken. The Attorney promised action would be taken in the month of November. The following reports were presented and ordered filed : From the Police Department, the Fire Department, and the Cemetery Department for the month of October, 1954. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : HarryR. Whal y City Clerk I/ A na May. of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California November 16, 1954 7:00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins ; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by 5 Rev. Dr. M.G. Macouzet , St.Mary' s Catholic Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having pre- viously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the 1 minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. POLICE DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL Departing from the agenda, Mayor Elkins at this time brought up the matter of the in- vestigation of personnel problems within the police department. It was moved by Council-I man Morlan that " As soon as feasible after the City Manager presents his report on the police personnel problem that the Council hold a hearing in executive session, to which a few private citizens maybe invited by the Council,for the purpose of hearing any 0 333 relevant grievances of any city employee, represented by counsel if so desired, who may be directly concerned. " This motion was seconded by Councilman Osbun and carried unanimously. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on 10,000 Tons, more or less , of asphaltic paving material to meet the City' s needs for the coming year, and the rental of paving equipment, the following bids were publicly opened nd declared: Matich Brothers, P.O. Box 872, Redlands, California George Herz and Company, PO Box 191, San Bernardino, California After due consideration by the Council, it was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded byl Councilman Romo, and carried, that the bid of Matich Brothers, being the lowest and deemed the best for the City, be accepted. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. E.H. Lessard, owner, Wissahickon Inn, addressed the Council at this time. Mr. Les CYj sard urged the Council either enforce the provisions of Ordinance 865, which prohibits the running at large of dogs, loose or unrestrained, on any public street, sidewalk, or place, or remove the section From said ordinance. Mr. A. DeHeer and Mr. Ray Eubanks in turn briefly supported Mr. Lessard' s request. Manager Workman pointed out that lit- eral enforcement of the ordinance would require an assistant and added equipment for thee! Poundmaster. Mr. Workman suggested a 90 day period of warning with adequate publicity given the ordinance, might bring relief. After considerable further discussion, the Council concurred that the City manager take the matter under study and bring in further] recommendation. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held November 9 , 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : a. That the request of Mr. R.W. Ward for permission to split one lot from property located in the southwest corner of Sylvan Boulevard and Cook Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seEonded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this re- Ij _ commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. b. That the request of Mr. Willard M. Stewart for permission to split two parcels from property located on the north side of Kincaid Street be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Stewart addressed the Council in protest to Items 1 - 2 and 4 of the Engineering Department provisions. Engineer Johnson expressed the opinion that perhaps the original recommendation might be relaxed because of the high banks along Kincaid Street. By un- animous consent of the Council and Mr. Stewart this was referred back to the Planning Commission for further study. c. The request of Mr. Neil E. Snyder for zoning variance to construct a dwelling of approximately 400 square feet on Lot 2, flock 18, Smith Subdivision, was considered at this time. Mr. Snyder owns lots 4 and 5 and under the present ordinance he can le- gally I� build a guest house in addition to an existing residence, providing the two il A I 334 1 buildings are on the same lot. The contour of lots 4 and 5 are such that only one de- sirable building site is available on each lot unless considerable money is spent in cuts, fills and grading. Mr. Snyder is desirous of furnishing a residence for the health, safety and welfare of Mrs. Crump for the remainder of her declining years. The 1 °132±Anningmgommission recommended the approval of this variance for temporary use of the property with the following provisions : 1. House to be constructed for the use of Mrs. Crump only. 2. After Mrs. Crump ceases to use the house as a residence, same either be de- molished or enlarged to conform with Ordinance 902, requirements for Estate Residential areas. Mr. Snyder and the Council discussed the matter at considerable length. Councilman Romo moved that the variance be denied. Motion died for• want of a second. Councilman Osbun then moved that the matter be returned to the Planning Commission with the hope that some satisfactory agreement can be resolved. Motion seconded by Councilman Morlan and i carried. d. That the request of Mr. J.J. Root for permission to split one lot from property located on the east side of Dearborn Street and north of Citrus Avenue be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. The request of Mr. Ross Beall for approval of a split of his property located on the south side of Crescent Avenue between Knoll Road and Ramona Drive was discussed at con- siderable with Mr. Beall present. This matter had been tabled for further study at the last meeting of the Council. Mr. Beall protests Items 2-4 and 5 of the provisions originally outlined by the Planning Commission. Again this request was referred back to the Planning Commission for further study. FINAL MAP, TRACT NO. 4063, CYPRESS GARDENS Final Map of Tract No. 4063, Cypress Gardens, C.H.J.Jollie, owner, was presented and they Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to sign said map on behalf of the City of Redlands, on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Notice of applications to the State Board of Equalization for transfer of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses from William V. Bryson and Gordon A. Helm to William V. Bryson and Roy W. Stromgren, 21 West Central Avenue, and from Frank Hughes to Douglas J. Huff and Harold Van Diest , 118 East Central Avenue. From the Chamber of Commerce, Merchants Division, a request for the City to defray half the $400.00 cost of construction of six steel pipe standards to be used for 'Christmas decorations this year and in the future. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this request was approved. Also from the Chamber of Commerce, Merchants Division, a request for permission t o hold a Christmas parade on December 4, 1954, said parade to include one of the City' s fire trucks, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seEonded by Councilman Morlan. A petition signed by 65 residents and property owners requesting that the recently in- stalled 'STOP' sign on Garden Street at Franklin Avenue be retaindd was presented. Q.'04/ Council agreed that no action was necessary as the sign was already installed. From Mr. Cletus H.J. Jollie, a request that the City take necessary steps to secure a drainage easement across the property adjacent to Unit 2, Vellwood Subdivision. Mr. Jollie states that he has been unable to reach any reasonable agreement with the owners of this property for a drainage easement. The matter referred to Attorney Wilson. COMMUNICATIONS 1 The following communications were presented and read: II From Mr. C.W. Shorts,^. 424 West Olive Avenue, protesting the noise made by hot-rods, motorcycles and sports cars in the vicinity of West Fern Avenue and Alvarado and Buena II Vista Streets, also the Diesel trucks on Highway 99. Manager Workman agreed to give attention to this complaint, in cooperation with the police department. From the City of Chino, copies of local ordinance supporting the request for an allocation of county funds for maintenance and construction of county highways within C) incorporated areas, and for a uniform ordinance prohibiting pinball machines. From the State Division of Highways, tabulation of apportionment of October, 1954, ct gas tax allocation for major city streets. From the State Employees ' Retirement System, communication relative to re-appraisal of the system. No detailed survey was recommended at this time but it was the concensus of opinion that the required actuarial survey be made in accordance with state law at a cost to the city of $226.45. OLD BUSINESS Attorney Wilson reported routine progress in the Orange County Water Rights suit under way at this time. Mr. Wilson also reported that he was working on the nuisance abatement problem on the Clayton Hays property at West Palm Avenue and Pacific Street. �I The Attorney reported that an agreement had been reached and deed obtained from the Marshall heirs for the west 40' of Center Street, extended, between Brookside Avenue and Texas Street. This was needed for street improvement necessitated by he Braemar Homes Subdivision in this location. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to execute this agreement and accept this deed on behalf of the City of Redlands. 1 A Grant Deed :fret M.N. Griswold to the City of Redlands for 15' along Parcels A and B, Knoll Road, and 14' on Elizabeth Street for street purposes was accepted and ordered recorded on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, subject to the approval of the City Engineer and Planning Department . Renewal of United Pacific Policy 73830, Comprehensive B.I. and P.D. Liability Insurance, was presented and approved. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman requested permission to have the City Clerk call for bids for the clean- ing and cement mortar lining in place of approximately 4700 feet of 20 inch welded steel) pipe line from the Country Club Reservoir to a 20" gate valve located near the Highway 99 and Wabash Street intersection. Bid call authorized on motion of Council Morlan, IAA 336 seconded by Councilman Romo. Manager Workman presented a request from Mrs. Ruth Davis for permission to sublet that portion of City property lying west of Scott ' s Drive-In, Highway 99 and Texas Street. , This entire parcel is presently leased by Mrs. Davis fromthe City of Redlands and the subletting of the above portion would be for approximately three weeks only for the sale of Christmas trees. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, with the provision the lot be cleaned of all debris when the tree sales are over. City Clerk Whaley requested that a study be made and schedule set relative to the use of the City Hall Auditorium by outside groups for dances or other meetings. Mr. Whaley specifically requested that a comprehensive schedule of charges be outlined in order that confusion on this score might be avoided in the future. The City Manager was auth- orized to bring in such a schedule for Council approval. Mr. Workman reported that he had met with the School Board on the matter of closing of Fern Avenue. The Manager reports that there have been some changes in the proposed treatment of Fern Avenue and that it will come up for further Committee study before plans are made for a public hearing. REPORTS The reports of the City Treasurer and the Building Inspection Department for the month of October, 1954, were presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved bythe Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : ` Harry R. Whale City Clerk nMayeAs:)kl. of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California December 7, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.H. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Manager Workman, City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson and Deputy Clerk Soper. Councilman Romo entered the Council Chambers at 7:30 P.M. • The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance. Inthe absence of Rev. John D. Foerster the invocation was omitted. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having pre- viously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. • 1 337 ORAL PETITIONS Mr. David Ramos addressedthe Council with a request for water service to a lot on Juanita Street in Bryn Mawr. Mr. Ramos pointed out that this lot is a part of a subdivision which has been served by the City of Redlands for a number of years. The request was referred to the City Manager and Water Superintendent Ritchie to be checked out for any prior committment. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held November I 30th, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council : ;I a : That revised map Of Tract 4582, located on the northeast corner of Texas Street 1l 1 and Brockton Avenue, L.A. Westby, owner, be approved withthe provisions as set forth in II the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the above I o U, recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. Ce! b. That the request of Mr. Ross Beall for permission to split two lots from prop- erty erty located on the south side of Crescent Avenue between Knoll Road and Ramona Drive be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. After considerable discussion, on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, these recommendations of the Planning Department were approved with the addition to Item 2, Engineering department recommendations as follows : Mr. Beall agrees to assume one-fourth of the cost of this work, up to $300.00. c. That the request of Mr. Willard M. Stewart for permission to split two parcels from property located on north side of Kincaid Street approximately 800 feet south of Carob and Kincaid Streets intersection be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Stewart personally addressedt he Council, objecting to Item 2, Engineering Depart- I, ment recommendations. After considerable discussion, the Council, on motion of Council- man Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romom and carried, approved the above recommendation with the exception of Item 2m with the provision that Mr. Stewart post a bond with the City which will guarantee that this work will be done at such time of future development , said bond to be written for one year, subject to renewal with a maximum time of three years. d. Mr. Allen B. Steimle requested permission to split lot 5 and add to lots 4 and 6 or the purpose of getting two lots with wider frontage. Property located north side of Cedar between Monterey and Pacific. The Planning Commision recommended approval of this II !request with provisions outlined in the minutes of the Planning Department. Mr. Steimle protested Item 4, ' Cover drainage ditch across property and parkway' , pointing lout that the cost of this would be more than the lot was worth at this time. On motion Cf Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, this entire item of business was referred back to the Planning Commission for further study. Motion carried. e. That the request of Mr. C.A. Moorhead for permission to split two parcels from !,I property located on the north side of Center Street at the Henrietta Street junction be ( AA I 338 approved withthe provision set forth in the minutes of the Planning Department. Mr. Moorhead addressedt he Council in protest to Item 2, Engineering Department re- commendations. After lengthy discussion, Councilman Osbun moved approval of this re- ' commendation, with Item 2 to be worked out between Mr. Moorhead, the City Engineer and W the City Manager. Motion seconded by Councilman Morlan and carried. f. That the request of Mr. Frank Cole for permission t o split property located between Elizabeth Street and Center Street, south of and abutting the Nance property at 561 West Crescent Avenue into four parcels, be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Department. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. g. That the request of the Valley Oil Company for consideration of a plot plan for development of property located on the southeast corner of West Colton Avenue and Tennessee Street be approved subject to the provision that, before construction is per- mitted, a deed to the City of Redlands be filed witht he Planning Department covering a strip of property facing Tennessee Street. Said strip to be of sufficient width to provide for future alignment of Tennessee Street extended to the north of Colton Avenue. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this request of the Valley Oil Company was approved. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Final Subdivision Map of Tract No. 4205, Braemar Homes, was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, with the provision that it be held in the office of the Planning Director until the necessary deeds for street are received andthe proper certificates are signed, also that the sub- divider meet the requirements of Ordinance No. 921, quote; "with the City of Redlands havingoption to purchase at going price any and all water rights having been used on the premises. " There are 18 shares of Redlands Water with this subdivision. Final Map of Tract No. 4598, Halsey Terrace, was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, subject to the signing of the' proper certificates and that the subdivider meet the requirements of Ordinance No. 921, quote; "with the City of Redlands having option to purchase at going price any and all water rights having been used on the premises. " Twelve shares of Redlands ' Heights Water go with this subdivision and the Council authorized the City Manager to negotiate for its purchase at the• going price of $75.00 per share with all assessments paid. Final Map of Tract No. 4590, Granada Subdivision, Unit 2, was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, subject to signing of the proper certificates and the subdivider meeting the requirement of Ordi- mance No. 921, quote; "withthe City of Redlands having option to purchase at going price any and all water rights having been used onthe premises. " Thee shares of Redlands Heights Water go witht his subdivision and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, Manager Workman was authorizedtto negotiate for these I 3" shares at the going price with all assessments paid to date. Final Subdivision Map of Tract No 4392, Center Crest Estates, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, subject to the signing of proper certificates and withthe added provision that a turn-around be provided onthe east side of Lots 7 and 8. No water stock goes with this subdivision. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS 1 A petition from ::tijeValley Oil Company for a variance to Ordinance No. 718, Fire Ordi- nance, to permit the installation of four 10,000 gallon underground storage tanks in the development of the property onthe southeast corner of Colton Avenue and Tennessee Street was presented and,-aa it had the recommendation of the Fire Chief, was approved i on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read:Ct I' From Mr. Walter E. Felthouse, 205 \ est Fern Avenue, a letter of complaint about the stench emanating fromthe City Dump. Manager Workman stated that this had been re- ported earlier and that in cooperation with the Department of Sanitation, the Fire Department and the Police Department, was being checked out . It was the opinion of Mr. Workman that the trouble was from nearby incinerators, not the City Dump, and he stated that all possible would be done to get to the source of the trouble. From the Etiwanda Water Company, a letter urging the City of Redlands to cooperate in the elimination of sources of air pollution. From the Regional Water Pollution Control Board No. 8, a communication relative to Region-Wide Municipal and Industrill Dump Site study. From the Public Utilities Commission relative to grade crossings in incorporated areas. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The City Manager reported that after a trial the Poundmaster stated that complete en- forcement of Ordinance 856, section of which prohibits permitting dogs to run loose, would not be possible without more help. He suggested that perhaps the ordinance could be modified in some way. No action at this time. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman presented for approval renewal of a contract between the City of Redlands and Roy V. Schutt for the collection of commercial garbage in the City. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the Mayor and the Clerk were authorized to execute this contract on behalf of the City of Redlands,. The City Manager reported a meeting with traffic survey men from the Auto Club. Its was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, that Mayor Elkins direct a letter to the Club requesting that a traffic study be made by the Auto Club in cooperation with the City. Mr.Workman presented a request that the Council consider approval for the employment of a full time man to act as assistant to Building Inspector Phelps, to devote one-half time to the rehabilitation program and one-half to inspection. On motion of Councilman J I Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, Manager Workman was authorized to em- ploy such a man, effective January 1, 1955. Authorization was given on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman IOsbun, for payment bb Ivan Metkovich in the amount of $32,686.50 as first estimate of ( payment on the sewer job. RESOLUTION NO. 771, a Resolution of Intention to close alley back of the Telephone Company building, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOES : None ABSENT: None CITY ATTORNEY ( Attorney Wilson reported that the Orange County Water Rights suit would come to trial in March, 1955. Mr. Wilson recommended that Engineer Boyle be retained if necessary to assist Attorney King in compiling the necessary records, water data, etc. , before the trial begins. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, the Manager was authorized to contact Mr. Boyle relative to his fee if he were available to assist Attorney King. PARKING METER RECEIPTS City Treasurer Harry Woltman reported that the Bank of America had offered their facilities for counting and packaging of parking meter coins. Also, that the bank would like to purchase the counting machines now owned and used by the City for $351.91, ' approximately 2/3 of the original cost of the equipment four years ago. It was the re- commendation of Treasurer Woltman that the City accept this offers,. effective Jan. ', 1955. Approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried. Clerk Whaley reported the death of Mr. Alfred Faulkner of the auditing firm of Faulkner, Oakes and Faulkner. Mr. Faulkner had been auditing the City' s books for a number of years. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Police Department, the Fire Department, the Cemetery Department and from the City Treasurer for the month of November, 1954. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whal y City Clerk 4 . r) Mayo 4.f the City of Redlands • \I 1 341 Redlands, California December 1, 1954 2 :00 o ' clock P.M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , California, was held at the regular place of meeting on written consent of all members of the City Council for the express purpose of conducting a hearing relative to the discharge of two members of the police force, namely Sgt. Harold Sandel and Officer Glen Gibson. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins ; City Manager Workman, Cityj� +ttorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, Attorney Rex Estudillo (representing Sandel and Gibson) and the following members of a citizen' s committee ; Rev. John D. Foerster, Howard Woodstra, Ashel Cunningham, J.G. Pomeroy and William A. Brunton. Also members of the press. it Councilman Morlan explained the functions of the Citizen' s Committee. Councilman Romo made a statement of his idea of the obligations of the City Councilmen and his position as a member of the Council. Attorney Rex Estudillo made his opening statement and presented subpoenas for fourteen members of the police department requesting that these men be served and directed to stand ready to testify when called. tl Testimony, under oath, was heard from the following men in the order herein re- corded: Former Police Officer Harold Sandel , Former Police Officer Glen Gibson, Policemen George Hillary, W.E. Weatherman, Harold Silkey, Wilson Heard and Carlton Durling. 5:00 oclock P.M. , adjourned to 7 :00 o'clock P.M. , Monday Dec. 6, 1954. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Adjourned special meeting reconvened at 7 :00 o 'clock P.M. , December 0, 1954. Present : Same as above. At this meeting the following men testified under oath; Policemen Joseph Sanders , R.L. Grainger, James R. McIntosh and Warren Elliott. As all the above witnesses were giving testimoney in behalf of the discharges officers , Attorney Estudillo announced that this completed his presentation of witnesses and testimony at this time. Meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M. to re-convene at 8:30 A.M. Thursday, Dec . 9, 1954/ [ -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Adjourned special meeting re-convened Thursday, December 9, 1954, at 8 :40 o ' clock A .M. Present; Same as above. as Attorney Wilson moved that4the testimony of the complaintants had been concluded that the attorney for the complaintants be excluded Brom the balance of the hearing. ii Mayor Elkins ruled that Attorney Wilson was out of order. The following motion was then made by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, that Attorney Estudillo be allowed to remain duringt he presentation of the report of the City Mena- ger, be permitted to question the City Manager on the report and also to cross-examine ;) ' any and all witnesses. At this time Warren R. Wlliott was recalled to the stand and a writtenstatement presented. He was cross-examined by Attorney Estudillo and members of the Council. 11 :50 o'clock A.M. ; recessed to 2 :00 o ' clock P.M. I. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- I 342 2:00 o)clock P.M. ; Hearing re-convened. The following officers testified under oath; H. Torbet, Troy Cole, °C.R. Childs,Jr. , and Glen Solberg. The hearing adjourned at 5 :00 o'clock P.M. to 9 :00 o' clock A.M. , Friday, Dec. 10, 1954,( -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Friday, December 10, 1954, 9 :10 o' clock A.M. - Present : All Absent : None Before calling any witnesses, Councilman Romo read a statement he had prepared. Mrs. Ann Tilton was placed on the witness stand and direct examination was handled by her own attorney, Rex Cranmer. Interrogation continued until 11 :55 o' clock A.M. when a recess was called until 7 :30 o'clock P.M. Hearing resumed at 7 :39 o'clock P.M. December 10, 1954. Mrs. Tilton was recalled to the stand and cross-examined by Attorney Estudillo. Reverend Foerster was excused fromthe hearing at 8:07 o' clock P.M. After Mrs. Tilton was excused, the following men were called and testified under oath: Officers Floodman, Geiger, Patterson, Wheeler, Morgan, Garner and Miles. Hearing adjourned at 10:45 o' clock P.M. to Wednesday, December 15, 1954, at 9 :00 A.M. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Wednesday, December 15, 1954, 9 :10 o 'clock A.M. , hearing re-convened. Present : All Absent : None Police Chief Slaughter was called to testify. Direct examination was handled by Attorney Rex Cranmer, representing Chief Slaughter. Cross-examination by Attorney Estudillo and members of the Council. Hearing recessed at 12:05 o'clock P.M. Hearing re-convened at 2:00 o'clock P.M. and Cross-examination of Chief Slaughter continued. At 4:30 P.M. Manager Workman began reading his written report. At 5 :30 P.M. the hearing recessed to 8:30 o'clock A.M. , Thursday, December 16, 1954. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Thursday, December 16, 1954, 8:30 o' clock A.M. , hearing re-convened. Present : All except Mr. Brunton - Absent : Mr. William Brunton. Manager Workman continued withtthe reading of his report : Completed reading of report at 10:20 A.M. , recessed for 15 minutes. Hearing re-convened-and Attorney Cranmer announced that he had also been retained by the following: Warren Elliott , Claude Miles, L.W. Morgan, J.D. Pattison, Harold Torbet , Henry Gerner, C.H. Geiger, Troy Cole, G.A. Floodman, C.R. Childs, Jr. , and Arnold Wheeler in addition to Chief Slaughter and Mrs. Ann Tilton. Attorney Estudillo and members of the Council then tool up the cross-examination of Manager Workman relative to his report. Hearing recessed at 12 :03 P.M. to re-convene at 7:30 o'clock P.M. , this date. Hearing re-convened at 7 :30 P.M. with everyone present. Cross-examination of Manager Workman continued. After Manager Workman was excused Officers l3rainger , Gibson and Sandal were recalled for further testimony and questioning. 343 The hearing was then declared closed and after some discussion Councilman Osbun moved that : "The report of the City Manager be and is hereby accepted and be placed on !. file; that recommendations contained therein are inthe best interest of the Police I Department and the City of Redlands , that the action of the City Manager be 'sustained !I and the appeal of the two discharged officers be denied. " The above motion was seconded by Councilman Morlan and adopted by the following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo and Anderson. Noes : None Present : Mayor Elkins Absent : None Meeting adjourned at 12 :25 o' clock A.M. December 17, 1954. 2c1-74. uYCL&L` Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk II Mayor of a City Of Redlands10 cm cl -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- . Redlands , California December 21, 1954 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands, held at the regular place pf meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, Dity Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was regularly opened with the pledge of allegiance , followed by the in- vocation by Reverend John H. Muller, Bethany Reformed Church. A motion was regularly made and secondedthat; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS �I it As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the cleaning and cement- I� mortar lining in place of approximately 4700 feet of 20" welded steel pipe from the Cour , try Club Reservoir to 20" gate valve at Highway 99 and Wabash Street , the following bid was publicly opened and declared: From: Pipe Linings, Inc. , Wilmington, California. , © $3.60 per Lineal foot . As this firm was the only only one in the southwest doing this type of work and as Water Superintendent Ritchie and Manager Workman recommended their work as being the type desired by the City, it was moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, that the bid of Pipe Linings, Inc. , be accented. I� PLANNIPIG COIvIIvIISSION RECOPJfMENDt'1TIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held December 14, 1954, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : a. That the request of Mr. John F. Ekkens for permission to split property located it on the southeast corner of Center Street and Crescent Avenue into three parcels be tentatively approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Com- , mission. I n ,, 641 o4otion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. b. That the request of Mrs, Annie E. Roberts for permission to split three lots into two lots to provide wider frontage , property located on the northeast corner of Washing- ton Street and Dreka Avenue, be approved, tentatively, with the provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. c . That Tentative Map of Tract 4642, located onthe southwest corner of Palm Avenue and San Mateo Street , owner, Gordon Fields, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Council- man Osbun, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. d. That the request of Mr. Charles J. Condon, developer of Tentative Map of Tract 4505, for permission to split lots 1, 2., 3 and 4 to build model homes be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Council- man Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this request for tentative and final approval on these three lots was approved. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP Final Subdivision Map for Tract 3235, E.D. Nickerson, owner, was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. In connection , with this subdivision, six shares of Redlands Heights Water stock was offered the City and Manager Workman was authorized to negotiate for this stock at the going price. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented a nd read : From Fowler' s Real Estate on behalf of Tract 4205, Braemar Homes, the offer of 18 shares of Redlands Water to the City at $150.00 per share. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this offer was rejected. From Mrs. Erna Clark, 611 Cypress Circle, a letter urging that the tree in the Triangle be better decorated and lighted. From the Navel Orange Administrative Committee, a letter of appreciation for the use of the Auditorium and facilities of the City Hall for a meeting on December 2, 1954. From the San Bernardino Civic Opera Association, appreciation for help in adver- ct tising their production of'Carousel. ' From the Automobile Club of Southern California, acknowledgement of the request that their organization make a study of traffic conditions in the City and the assurance , of their cooperation with the interested departments. Manager Workman presented a communication from Leigh W. Nickerson. Frank Burns and Marion Burns, relative to the acquisition of of City owned property at the northeast corner of West State Street and Texas Street . It was the opinion of the Council that it should be decided whether or not the City desired to sell and if so, should it be offered to bid. Tabled until after the holidays. I�NFINISHED BUSINESS — — I 346 A Grant Deed from Garrett Vander Hoop and Dora Vander Hoop and James Vander Hoop and Doray Vander Hoop to the City of Redlands for the east 40 feet of the west 80 feet of the north 309. 37 feet of Block 27, Barton Ranch, in the City of Redlands, for street purposes only, presented and accepted on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Moylan. Manager Workman read a letter from Engineer Boyle relative to the proposed water rate study being considered by the City. Mr. Boyle indicated that he felt a satis- factory rate analysis could be made ear $600.00, quoting a rising scale of $"1 ,500 to $5,000.00 for the very comprehensive analysis. It was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, that the rate analysis at a cost of $600.00 be approved. Manager Workman reported that there were six pieces of used automotive equipment in the City yard which should be disposed of, with a total value of $1,800.00 to $2,000.00. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried , the City Mana- ger was authorized to dispose of this material to the best advantage. Mayor Elkins requested he be authorized to direct letter of appreciation to each of the members of the Citizen' s Committee who served the community so tirelessly through- out the recent investigation. On motion of Councilman Marla;, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, such expression of appreciation was ordered approved and made a matter of record. REPORTS The following report was presented and ordered filed; Building Inspection Department for the month of November, 1954. This total amount of $4, 333.10 in fees collected in a one-month period is the largest in the history of the department. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business/idemanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. 14T Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk 4, Mayor ir the ity of Redlandd -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California January 4, 1955 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City .Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. PEesent : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Romo. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend T.J. Walling, Central Church of Christ. A motion was regular ly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having pre- viously examined the record of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be -ii ____=_=--==x------ --- --------- tvf31-8 for a street parade, with the provision that all city licenses be paid as well as a use rent of the land to be between $ 50.00 and $100.00 per day. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From Redlands Post lo6, American Legion, a communication relative to the position of the Post in the matter of the recent police department investigation. From the State Controller, report of distribution of apportionment of Motor Vehicle I ' License Fee Fund for period ending November 30, 1954. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 77 / This beingthe time set for Public Hearing on Resolution No. ', a resolution of the City of Redlands ordering the closing of a portion of the alley back of the Telephone Company, being a portion of Lot 8 of Park Addition, Resolution No. 770 was presented at this time. No protests on this closing were forthcoming. The matter of the offer of Mr. Leigh Nickerson and Mr. Frank Burns to purchase approxi- mately 4400 square feet of City property at the northeast corner of West State Street and Texas Street was discussed at considerable length. Councilman Osbun favored putting the parcel to bid with the City having option to reject any and all bids. Mr. Maurice. Clapp, business man and property owner in the area, urged the City retain this ground for possible future freeway development , stating that the recent closing of State Street onto Highway 99 had, in his opinion, created a 'bottleneck' . Manager Workman felt that ' it might be advantageous to the City not to sell at this time, perhaps using it to create a small park at the west entry to the City. Councilman Anderson suggested that this be referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation of the Committee and Consultant Eisner as to possible sale or future use. There was no objection to this suggestion and the referral was so ordered. Manager Workman brought to the Council' s attention the request presented in November by Robert W. Emmerson for the appointment of a committee by the City Council to review the present rules and regulations of the cemetery department. This request was approved withthe committee to consist of the City Manager, Cemetery Superintendent Schaal, a representive from each of the two montuafies in the City and a layman to be appoldt8dc. by Mayor Llkins. Councilman Morlan reported on the agreement newly drawn up between the City of Redlands and Ralph Houghton, dba Houghton' s ftmbulance Service. This new agreement will in effect net Mr. Houghton approximately $2.800.00 per year, which will enable him to maintain his present efficient and satisfactory service to the City. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were author- ized to execute this agreement. (see minutes of December 21, 1954, for further detail) Manager Workman reported that the operation of Floral Plunge on a rent-lease basis this past plunge season had been very successful, showing $600.00 in the 'black' against $1,000.100 in the ' red' the previous season. The matter of four-way signals at North Orange Street and Lugonie Aven,ia was discussed Engineer Johnson informed the City that these semi-automatic signals would cost the City 349 about $4,000.00 as their share, the State Division of Highways to bear the remainder of the cost. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the Mayor was authorized to direct a request for signals to be installed at this inber- section. Engineer Johnson informed the Council that he expected to meet with the Division , of Highways relative to the re-alignment and widening of the northwest corner of Orange Street and Colton Avenue intersection. Mr. Johnson is of the opinion that the 87 ' ob- tained from Harold Winn last year is not sufficient for adequate re-alignment , Council intbrucited Mr. Johnson to meet With the Division of Highways and see if some feasible plan could not be worked out. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman presented for approval a new Assignment of Lease between the City of ii Redlands and the Grand Central Rocket Company, formerly known as the Grand Central Air- '^ craft Company. As this was a matter of change of name only, the Mayor and the City N Clerk were authorized to sign this lease on behalf of the City of Redlands. Q Manager Workman requested that authorization be giventhe City Clerk to advertise for bids for gasoline and motor oil for the Lity' s needs for the year March 31, 1955 to March 31, 1956, bids called for March 15, 1955. Approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson. CITY ATTORNEY The City Attorney presented Resolution Nom, a resolution of the City of Redlands , instructing and ordering the City Attorney to file complaint to abate and enjoin nuisance in connection with the Clayton Hays property at the southwest corner of Pacific Street and West Palm Avenue. Resolution adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOES : None ABSENT: Councilman Romo Attorney Wilsorjpresented an agreement between the City of Redlands and Prances E. Marshall whereby Mrs. Marshalliagrees to deed to the City portion of Lot 4 , Block 27 , 2nd Prel Map; for street purposes only. This is a part of the necessary right-of-way easement which has been slowing the development of the Braemar Homes Project. The Mayor and the Clerk 'I were authorized to sign this agreement on tlehalf of the City on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Also, on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the Council authorized acceptance of these deed when received and directed that they be recorded. Attorney Wilson presented Resolution 81, Intention No. 773, a resolution of the City of Redlands declaring intention to order the closing of portion of the righteof-way for it street purposes of Palm Avenue lying westerly of San Mateo Street. This resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilman Osbun, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NOES : None ABSENT: Councilman Romo. MISCELLANEOUS Manager Workman presented for approval a claim from Ivan Metkovich for second payment on ? I a e the sewer job in the amount of $42,933. 39. Payment of claim was authorized on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. Clerk Whaley reported the receipt of Policy No. 83982, Federal Insurance Company, cover- ing the Todd Company check writing machine now used by the City, Protectograph, Model 33. Manager Workman reported that a full time assistant had been employed by the Building Insepction Department. REPORTS The following reports were presented a nd ordered filed: Fire Department , Police Department, Cemetery Department and City Treasurer for the month of December, 1954. Treasurer' s comparative reports on Business Licenses, Sales Tax, and Parking Meter Receipts for years 1953 and 1954. Bills and Salaried were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. 14. 1 # ' . ATTEST: Harr, R. Whale , y C er ffpp,, p Mayor �f the ity of lands v )u)v )u )U )U )U )U )vilu o ' Redlands , California January 18, 1955 7 :00 o ' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the Lilly Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Hnd.erson The meeting opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Mr. Delmar Nelson, First Church of Christ Scientist. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes oftthe last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Barton auggles, on behalf of the Fifth Avenue Swimming Club, requested the Council to approve a seven or eight year lease on the reservoir property on Fifth Avenue owned by the City. The present lease, on a one year basis, expires on April 1, 1955. Manager Workman reported that this matter had been checked out with the Water Superintendent an. that no plans were under consideration to use this reservoir at this time. Councilman Morlan moved that this property be offered to bid on a five year lease subject to six months cancellation notice in the event the City desired to use the reservoir. Motion seconded by Councilman Osbun and carried unanimously. 1 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held January 11; 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council : a. That the request of the First Congregational Church for a Public Hearing for a zoning variance from the 4 foot side set-back to a 1 inch side set-back on the west property line for construction of a social hall west of the existing church, property II located on the northwest corner of Olive Avenue and Cajon Street , be approved with the provisions set forth tnthe minutes of the Planning Commission. As no citizens were present to protest this variance, on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. b. That the City retain the parcel of land located at the northeast corner of Texas Street and West State Street for park purposes and record an access easement for I. .� II tl use of the service station property. This item brought considerable discussion from the Council. Engineer Johnson requested) an opportunity for study of this site if it is to be used for parking. Mr. Leigh Nickerson and Mr. Frank Burns request permission to lease and blacktop a portion for parking, maintaining the grass north of the westerly approach to the service station driveways. The Council expressed willingness to negotiate on this basis with Mr. Burns , and Mr. Nickerson and on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, andlll carried, this was referred to Manager Workman and Engineer Johnson to work out details and bring in any further recommendations. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP, TRACT 4642 Final Subdivision Map, Tract 4642, Palm Fields Subdivision, West Palm Avenue and San li i Mateo Street , Gordon Fields, owner, was presented and the Mayor and the Clerk authorized to sign on behalf of the City of Redlands on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. Manager Workman was directed to report on the desirability of 202 shares of 'Nest Redlands water stock offered the City be the subdividers of this tract. Final approval for a lot split for Mrs. Annie Roberts, Washington Street and Dreka Avenue, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. The Planning Commission extended the Council an invitation to accompany their body on a field trip January 25, 1955, at 9 :00 A.M. This field trip is part of d preliminary route planning and i•ecommendationsfbfi the proposed freeway. CITATION FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE TO MR. J. J. PRENDERGAST Mayor klkins , on behalf of the City of Redlands as a community and the Council as a body, presented a certificate of appreciation to Mr. J.T. Prendergast for his loyal service to the City as a member of the Library Board for over 25 years. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS A petition signed by 16 property owners requested the City to install sewer facilities r i to serve Laurel Avenue, Bellevue Road, West cern Avenue between Sunnyside and Terracina Sunnyside Avenue and Terracina Blvd. north of the Community Hospital. As Engineer Johnson has not had time to check this request, the petition was referred to the City Engineer and City Manager for future recommendation. A 6-1 • Councilman Anderson entered the Council Chambers at 8:20 P.M. A request from Donald and McKee, General Contractors, for a variance to the sign ordi- nance to permit the erection of at 12 ' x 6 ' sign for their Cliff May Model Home at Franklin Avenue and Garden Street was presented. Because this home is not a part of a subdivision, the Council felt that the provision of the sign ordinance calling for any 'For Sale ' sign on private property be limited to a sign not to exceed nine square feet ahould apply. However, the fact that this is a Model Home was considered with its relationship to the large signs used in subdivision. After considerable discussion, on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the request was I tabled until Building Inspector Phelps could bring in a satisfactory amendment or ' stop- gap' to the present ordinance, pending the new sign ordinance being prepared in connec- tion with the new zoning ordinance. From Mr. R.V. Morrison, a petition for permission to Dlace approximately 40 or 50 hives of bees on the property at the northeast corner of Tennessee Street and Colton Avenue was presented. As this petition has the approval of the Police Chief it was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, From Redlands Lodge No. 583, B. P.OE. , a request that the City waive the customary business license for their Indoor Circus to be held February 12, 1955. As this is a Cerebral Palsy Fund and Youth Activities Benefit, it was moved by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, that the license fee be waived and permit issued. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Redlands Insurance Agents Association, a letter of commendation to the City for their support in the new contract for Houghton' s Ambulance Service. From the League of California Cities , Citrus Belt Division, notice of regular meeting to be held in Indio January-28, 1955. Councilman Morlan of Redlands will speak at this meeting. From Mr. R. Martin, 15 South Buena Vista Street, a letter relative to the enforcement of the ordinance prohibiting dogs running loose. From the California National Guard, a request for permission to use the vacant lot at the corner of Texas Street and Colton Avenue to conduct the training of officers and men in the use of new equipment. The Council expressed willingness to cooperate but felt that more information as to the type of armored equipment to be used on the property was necessary. Referred to Manager Workman for further inquiry and recommendation. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The matter of a Complaint and Order to Abate a Nuisance recently filed by the City against Mr. Clayton Hays was brought up at this time. Attorney David Baldwin, representing Mr. Hays, addressed t he Council with the request that the complaint be dropped and Mr. Hays be given one year to clear the unsightly lot at the corner of Pacific Street and West Palm Avenue. The Council pointed out that approximately six months had already elapsed since Mr. Hays was given notice in this matter and that until July 1, 1955, should give p a t. him ample time to comply with the nuisance abatement notice. It was then moved by Councilman Anderson that the suit be held in abeyance providing Mr. Hays sign an agree- ment to vacate said lot of all building equipment, materials and supplies pertaining toi his plastering business by July 1, 1955, with the City tttorney to draft a satisfactory agreement. Motion seconded by Councilman Osbun and carried unanimously. 1 NEW BUSINESS LI Manager Workman requested the Council indicate their wish relative to the allocation ofi the $1,200.00 yearly lease-rent recently received from the Grand Central Rocket Company. The Council felt that this should be returned to the Water Department rather than the I General Fund and so indicated. Mr. Workman read a letter from Mr. Paul Allen, Chairman, Tree Committee, recommendaing the City consider the purchase of the property located on the south side of Sylvan Blvd., li between the existing street and the railroad tracks. The property is owned by Mr. Allen Steinle and can be y1 purchased at this time for 42,500.00. The Council did not feel that it would be particularly advantageous to acquire this land, as there is already a 64 foot right-of-way along that portion of Sylvan Blvd, which, when resurfaced or paved will serve adequately as a park entrance. No action was taken. The Manager inquired as to the policy of the Council relative to granting disposal ser- vice to an applicant who lives outside the City limits but on an established disposal 1 I service rout. Councilman Morlan pointed out that approval would establish a precedent and felt that developed areas outside the City limits desiring City services should coni sider annexation. The Council agreed with Mr. Morlan but there was no definite action. Clerk Whaley presented Water Contract with ' Option B' for transfer from Jean Craig Curtis to Ruth h. Curtis. This transfer was approved and the Mayor and Clerk author- ized to execute on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by it Councilman Morlan. I� CITY ATTORNEY Ordinance No. 981, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending and adding to Ordinance No. 965, Sewer Extension Charges , introduced, read in detail, and laid over under the rules.. Resolution No. 774, a resolution of the City of Redlands urging the Congress of the United States to support the County' s request for immediate funds for flood control projects , presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : YEA : Councilmen Osbun, IvIorlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins . NAY: None ABSENT: None Resolution No. 697, a resolutionof the City of Redlands ordering the work of closing a it portion of Roosevelt Road and a certain alley on the southern boundary of Fairview Tract No. 4, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Homo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. Nay : None ABSENT: None Resolution No. 771, a resolution of the City of Redlands ordering the work of closing a portion of the alley back of the Telephone Company, being a portion of Lot 8, Park iAl I 354 Addition, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : YEA: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. Nay: None ABSENT: None Resolution No. 775, a resolution of intention of the City of Redlands to cider the clos- ing of Burgis Street lying between the south line of South Avenge and the north line of Ivy Street , being a portion of Smith' s Sub #2, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : YEA : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins . NAY: None ABSENT : None REPORTS The report of the Building Inspection Department for the month of December, 1954, presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion the Council adjourned. ATTEST: 'Harr R. Wha e C ty Clerk May of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California February 1, 1955 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, MatorsElkins, City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper Absent : Councilmen Anderson and Romo The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance followed by the invocation by Reverend Herbert Rogers, University Methodist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having pre- viously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on the lease of the Fifth Avenue Reservoir, the following bid was publicly opened and declared: From: The Fifth Avenue Swimming Club, $150.00 per year on a five year lease. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this bid of the Fifth Avenue Swimming Club was approved. Effective date, April 1, 1955. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held January 25, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : a) That revised map of Tract 4640, located on the east side of Judson Street, north of Brockton Avenue to be extended, Truman Browne, owner, be approved with provi- set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. 09T @) The Council approved this recommendation as submitted on motion of Councilman Morlan, II seconded by Councilman Osbun. Later Mr. Browne addressed the Council requesting that I the City assist in obtaining the 8' strip for realignment and extension of Brockton Avenue called for as Item 5, Engineering Department provisions, Mr. Browne stated that ' it was very difficult for an individual to obtain an easement of this kind at a fair or reasonable price and felt that the City was in a better position to negotiate for said easement. The Council felt that such negotiation would establish a precedent and that , the acquisition of the required easements were the responsibility of the subdivider. After much discussion, Mr. Browne withdrew his Tenative Map, stating that he desired to revise and re-submit 1t to the Planning Commission. Councilman Anderson entered the Council Chambers at 7 :20 P.M. b) That the revised plan submitted by the Governing Board of the Redlands Joint Union High School for the treatment of the intersection of Fern Avenue and Highway 99 and `) alignment of Churdh Street , also the closing of the alley extending from Vista Drive toll et Home Place be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Depart- I ment. Dr. Fred Heisner and Mr. W.N. Vroman from the School District addressed the Council, expressing appreciation for the assistance given by the Planning Commission inthe pre- paration of these plans and indicating approval with all but one provision. This pro- 1 vision is Item 5, Engineering Department recommendations, calling for the widening of Church Street north of the angle point to Central Avenue and removal of the trees along the parkway. Dr. Heisner did not feel that it would be to any advantage to the school to widen Church Street , (this section) . After long discussion, and study of the map plans by the Council, on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, the 11 Council approved the plans as submitted with the stipulation that if a traffic survey indicated the need for the widening ocf Church Street the school agree to comply with that provision of the above recommendation. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP Final subdivision map of Tract No. 4094, originally presented in a tentative map as Hunsaker Sub, Pioneer Avenue, presented at this time and approved on motion of Council- man Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS At the last meeting of the Council a petition signed by 16 property in the West Redlands district requesting the City consider sewer facilities for that district was presented 1 and referred to the City Engineer. At this time Mrs. W. J. Ulmer and Mr. B.H. Woodburn it addressed the Council inquiring as to just exactly what was reQaired to obtain this ' service under the 1911 assessment district act ; percentage of property owners agreeable,) cost per lot, ets. Manager Workman informed the petitioners that there had not been t time to make a detailed survey but assured them that the City Enginner would make an estimate of approximate cost in the near future. 60.4 _ .0- 355 >1r155 From the Vera Lynn School of Dance, a request to use the Redlands Community Bowl for a I, 1 rehearsal and dance recital on. June 15th and 16th, 1955,1 was approved en motion of 4 LA r Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, providing these dates do not interfere withtthe Redlands High School Commencement. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented a nd read: From Mayor Rulon, Preston, Idaho, a request for a contribution to that City' s Swimming Pool Project. From the American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. , an invitation to the Council to attend the instituting of the Redlands Memori`Al Chapter February 7, 1955. From Congressman Harry R. Sheppard, acknowledgement of the City' s resolution requesting support in the County' s request for funds for flood control projects. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No. 981, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 965, Sewer Extension Charges, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll- call vote : YEA: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAY: Npne ABSENT: Councilman Romo. Public Hearing on Resolution No. 773, a resolution of the City of Redlands ordering the work of closing a portion of Palm Avenue west of San Mateo Street was called at this time. No objections to the closing being forthcoming, Resolution No. 773 was then adop- ted by the following roll-call vote : YEA : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Ah$erson and Mayor Elkins NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Romo Manager Workman presented a report of the City Engineer relative to the proposed improver ment planned for the Orange Street-Colton Avenue intersection. Because of the increased interest of the Division of Highways in taking steps to reduce the current accident rate) at this intersection, Engineer Johnson felt that the interest of the City could best be served by delaying the City' s project until after the Division of Highways completes its study. Authorization for payment of Warrant No. 11451 in the amount of $30,035.34 to Ivan Metkovich was given on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. This amount represents thethird payment on the sewer line being installed by Mr. Metkovich. A Verified Claim for Damages against theCity of Redlands, the City Manager and the City Engineer in the amount of $10,000.00, and signed by Benjamin and Dorothy Ronzone; Earl C. and Betty Kent Nicks, and Frank C. Schaefer, was presented and denied on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. NEW BUSINESS Resolution No. 776, a resolution giving notice to property owners to abate abate weed nuisance te� ! dg from property within n� s after such property is posted, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : YEA : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Romo rag 3'-' d Resolution No. 777, a resolution of the City of Redlands adopting the budget and ap- proving the First Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement for expenditure of Gas Tax Allocation for Major City Streets, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : YEA: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Romo Attorney Wilson presented a grant deed from George B. and Mildred Nash to the City of Redland for a portion of Lot 5, Map 12, Redlands Heights, plat of Section 4, westerly extension of Cypress Avenue, for street purposes. Deed accepted and the Clerk directed to have same recorded on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. Mr. Wilson also presented a grant deed from the City of Redlands to John H. and Madelaine Fite for a portion of Block 13, Johnson' s Sub. This deed was approved aand the Mayor and the Clerk authorized to execute on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. C`? Ordinance No. 982, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 887 , i I Sign Ordinance, introduced, read for the first time and laid over under the rules. d Mayor Elkins presented the names of Mr. H.J. Moulton and Mr. C.L. Brewster for re- appointment as members of the Planning Commission. These re-appointments were unanimously approved by theCouncil. li Attorney Wilson presented a map-plan to the Council covering the area east of the City Ii being considered for annexation. As this land is largely water-producing but unimproved land, Councilman Anderson suggested that the map be amended to exclude the East Lugonia ' Water land and to include the Boullion property purchased last year by the City and then be taken to the County Board of Supervisors as one annexation request instead of several and made this a motion. Councilman Morlan seconded this motion and it carried unanimously Manager Workman requested permission to have the City Clerk advertise to bids on a light tractor and disk for the street department. Authorization granted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by councilman Morlan. The City Clerk was also authorized to call for bids for a business coupe for the use of the Park Superintendent on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Water Superintendent Ritchie was authorized to negotiate for the purchase of 202 shares of West Redlands water stock offered the City. REPORTS it The following reports were presented and ordered filed: The City Treasurer, the Police Department and Poundmaster for the month of January,1955J Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. 1 Attest : e (,U�i( Harry R. Whaley City Clerk 127,-4 Mayor o the City of Redlands,California -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- LA I e 1310 Redlands, California February 15, 1955 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson &and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened withthe pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Rev. Dan Plies , Christian Missionazy Alliance Church. , A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having pre- viously examined the record of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dis- pensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on a tractor a nd disk harrow for the street department , the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Bremen Dickerson Company Riverside, California Wilson Equipment Company Redlands , California Garner Implement Company San Bernardino, California Condosta Tractor Company Colton, California On motion of Mayor Elkins , seconded by Councilman Anderson, these bids were referred to the City Manager and Purchasing Department for study and purchase. Bids were also called for this opening of bids for a business coupe for the nark depart- ment and the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: A. C. Almind Redlands , California (Studebaker) Lange and Runkel Redlands, California (Chevrolet) Loge and Yount Redlands , California (Ford) These bids were referred to the City Attorney and purchasing department for immediate study. Later in the meeting recommendations were retured and on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the bid of Lange and Runkel , being the lowest and best for the City, was approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mrs. William Ulmer and Mr. B.H. Woodburn again addressed the Council relative to sewer service in the West Fern Heights district. Additional petitions signed by property owners were presented. Manager Workman read a report compiled by the City Engineer after a survey of existing facilities. Engineer Johnson stated that he did not feel that the district would qualify under the 1911 act at this time ; also that existing lines on Olive Avenue were inadequate to carry the added load of a possible 150 new sewer connections. Manager Workman informed the petitioners that some additional in- formation from the Engineer would be available in the near future and felt that perhaps ' a sattisfactory solution to the petition might be forthcoming at that time. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held February 8, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : a) That revised map of Tract 4449, Unit 2 of Velwood Subdivision, located between Fern Avenue and Clark Street, east of Ash Street to be extended, Cletus H.J.Jollie, owner, be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. \— 4.l£7 On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the above recommendation of the planning Commission was approved. ' Mr. Jollie also requested permission to make four lots out of lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 of Tract 4037. The Planning Commission recommendged approval of this request with provi- sions as follows : 1 : Deed to the Cityof Redlands for street25' purposes along the II northerly side of Lot 1. 2 : Same improvements as required for Tract 4037. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recom- mendation of the Planning Commission was approved. b) That the request of Mr. Peter Arth for permission to split 34 acre hillside orange grove into two home sites, property located on west side of Marion Road, be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. The above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Council- i man Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. c ) That the request of Mr. Ares Dosdoorian for permission to split property on the southwest corner of Lugonia Avenue and Church Street into 2 parcels , parcels B to 2 ! be added to the Redlands Christian School, be approved with the provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recom- mendation of the Planning Commission was approved. d) That Tentative map of Tract 4187, located on the north side of Colton Avenue , bounded on the west by Tennessee Street extended, owner, Hollywood Land and Development ! Corporation, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved subject to Public Hearing for a Zoning Variance from Agricultural to Industrial, hearing to be called for March 1, 1955, Council meeting. e) That Tentative map of Tract 4713, located south side of Olive Avenue , west of Bond Street, owner, L.P. Scherer, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. •f) That Tentative map of Tract 4276, located on t he northeast corner of Orange Street and San Bernardino Avenue, Scotty McMichael, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. ' On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. g) That the request of Mr. W.D. Jeffcoat for permission to operate a tree topping and removing business from his home at 350 West Brockton Avenue be denied. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. it �AA I h) That the request of Mffs. Pearl Montgomery for an exception to the present ruling in regard to the location of sidewalks be made for the sidewalk in front of property located on the south side of Highland Avenue between Alvarado Street and Ramona Drive be approved with modified requirement as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. As Mrs. Montgomery was not entirely satisfied with the above recommendation, it was moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, that this request be referred back to the Planning Commission for further study. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP ,FinalSubdivision Map, Tract 4505, Pioneer Redlands #3, Charles Condon, subdivider, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. Attorney Wilson requested that a Public Hearing be called relative to the application of H. Clayton Hays to move his plastering business from a lot on the southwest corner of Palm Avenue and Pacific Street to the 700 block on Lawton Street , As this new loca- tion is presently recognized as Second Residential, although originally zoned for Light Industry, a variance to the Zoning Ordinance is asked arid the Public Hearing therefore requested. Approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the Redlands High School A.S.B for use of the City Hall Auditorium for their Junior-Senior Prom to be held May 21, 1955. Approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. From the Redlands P.T.A. ? a request for permission to place a booth at the northwest corner of State and Orange Streets for the purpose of selling Orange Show tickets begin- ning February 18, 1955, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Council- man Anderson. ,� ,g-Q 360 .lislT The schedule for the use of the Redlands Community Bowl by he Community Music Associa- tion for the 1955 summer season was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson. This schedule covers 32 evenings of programs and reh4ersals from June 21 to August 31, 1955. A request for sewerbervice outside the City Limits at Hwy 99 and Alabama Street by the Santa Fe Oil Company was tabled for further study on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. To be brought up again at March 1 meeting of the City Council. , An application from the Southern California Edison Company for a Grant of Utility Ease- ment for underground service to the new building of the telephone company, service to run over a portion of Lot 1, Park Add and portion of Orange Grove Add, was referred to the City Manager and City Engineer on motion of Councilman Homo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. COMMUNICATIONS From the Redlands Chamber of Commerce expressing approval of the Council' s action in support of Houghton' s Ambulance Service. From the San Bernardino County Taxpayer's Association, an invitation was extended the Council to attend a dinner meeting of that organization to be held February 24, 1955 at L the California Hotel in San Bernardino. 00 From the Division of Highways, tabulation of the apportionment of the January, 1955 quarterly payment of the gas tax allocation for expenditure on major city streets for U cities in this district. From the Shoreline Planning Association of California, a request that the City of Red- I lands cooperate in supporting their program to divert all oil royalty funds to the im- provement of parks, beaches and related shoreline recreational facilities. II From Bassett, Inc. , subdividers and developers , a request that the City assist in correcting the unsightly appearance of the University property at the foot of Campus Avenue and Grove Street. Manager Workman informed the Council that this would come un- der the annual spring clean-up and weed abatement program. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ii The purchase of 20 shares of West Redlands water stock at $75.00 per share was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 0 ),r= ORDINANCE NO. 982, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No 887, Sign Ordinance , presented, read for the second time and adopted by he following roll-call ci vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins . NAY: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION NO. 775, a resolution ordering the work of closing of all of Burgis Street lying between the south line of South Avenue and the north line of Ivy Street , was II presented as a Public Hearing. No objections to the closing being forthcoming , the resolution was approved by the following roll-call vote : AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Nnderson and Mayor Elkins NAY: None ABSENT: None Manager Workman reported to the Council on the matter of the 4400 square foot plot of grgand owned by the City and located at the triangle of West State Street , Teas Street,) and Highway 99. Owners of the Unio\0il Service Station property have been attempting to e, , negotiate with the City for a lease use of this ground. Mr. Leigh Nickerson was present on behalf of the Union Oil Company, After considerable discussion as to length of lease and improvements required, Councilman Anderson suggested it be referred to Manager Workman for further negotiation with Mr. Nickerson. II NEW BUSINESS II Attorney Wilson presented a renewal lease agreement between the City of Redlands and the County of San Bernardino for use of a court room and adjacent offices located in the Haul of Justice, on Fifth Street , in the City of Redlands, to be used for the purposes of governmental functions and court proceedings. This lease was approved and the Mayor and Ithe City Clerk authorized to exedute on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. Mayor Elkins announced the appointment of Mrs . Theodore Krumm as a member of the Park Committee to fill out the term of Mrs. Paul Jennings. The Council approved this appoint- ment ppointment unanimously. Resolution No. 778, a resolution of the City of Redlands , requesting the State Allocation �, I Fr 04; 9 O }� Board to transfer Rights-of Way or Sites monies to Plan Preparation Allocations, pre- sented and approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Manager Workman requested the Council to authorize a change of plans and route in con- , nection with the the final stage of the sewer construction job by Ivan Metkovich. Authorization was given on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. In this same connection, change of plans and route, a motion was made by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, to amend Mr. Metkovich' s contract to cover an additional $10,435.00 expenditure. Motion seconded by Councilman Morlan and carried. Manager Workman requested permission to have the City Clerk advertise for bids for the cleaning and cement mortar lining of approximately 6000 feet of 4" water line on the north side of town. Authorization granted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Mr. Workman presented a request on behalf of the Red Cross for permission to place two directional signs , one at Colton and Chapel and one at High and Church, to direct to the Red Cross chapter house on Chapel Street. Council suggestedt hat uniform type and size be used and Mr. Workman was directed to work out satisfactorily with the Red Cross. Mr. J.J. Prendergast for the Bear Valley Water Company sent an invitation to the City Council to meet with that body in the near future to discuss water problems. A Resolution in connection with t he recent rate study by the water department was dis- tributed to the Council members for study and action at a future meeting. The matter of maintenance and repair of sidewalks, curbs and gutters in front of private property was discussed at considerable length. The City Engineer requested that Council outline a policy to be enforced; specifically, should that section of the Street Safety Ordinance that states that the maintenance of sidewalks , curbs and gutters are the responsibility of the property owner be enforced or should. the City continue to repair only the emergency hazards as reported. The Council gave approval for the City Engineer to post property needing repair and bill the owner if work is done by city crews. This would be under the 1911 act. Manager Workman requested permission to make application for a Special Census for the purpose of obtaining additional Gas Tax and In-Lieu Funds which might be available on an increased population basis. Approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. RULING OF CITY ATTORNEY Councilman Romo presented a question relative to the le ality of 'the City of Redlands doing business withthe automobile firm of Loge and Yount, because of the interest of Councilman Osbun. Following is ruling of City Attorney Wilson, quote- : "Mr. Osbun has an interest of less than fifty percent in a partnership, known as the Osbun Groves, a 7l=ziclaowrisc£hehreal property under lease to Loge and Yount, operatthrs of the Ford Agency within the City of Redlands. Mr. Loge and Mr. Yount have been doing business with the City of Redlands for aver a period of sixteen years. This lease , which was entered into prior to Mr. Osbun' s election to the City Council, is a written agreement for a definite term of years at a definite rental, without any adjustment • T� jo 3 being provided for a rental on a percentage basis and without any dependency upon the . gross business of the agency. The question has been raised as to whether or not, Mr. Osbun has an interest in any contract or purchase , which this City may enter into with Loge and Yount for automobiles, vehicles, or automobile parts or commodities , which is prohibited by Section 36525 of the Government Code, which reads as follows : 'City officers shall not be interested in any contract made by them in their official capacity or by any body or board of which they are members. Nor shall city officers be purdhasers at any sale or vendors at any purchase , made by them in their official capacity. ' After a careful review of the law on the subject , and in particular the recent case of the People vs Darby, 114 C.A. 2d 414 (1952) , I am definitely of the opinion that the fractional interest of Mr. Osbun in and to the real property leased to Looe and Yount is too remote an interest to fall within the classification of a prohibited interest , and that the City of Redlands can continue to do business with the Ford Agency. " signed, Paul B. Wilson City Attorney. Manager Workman inquired as to whether the Council was still interested in obtaining Ali outside counsel to assist in the Orange County Water Rights suit. Council was interested and Mr. Workman presented the names of Mr. Frank Janney and Mr. S. Lagerlof for consider- ' ation and interview, The Council instructed the City Manager to arrange for a meeting with the two attorneys at an early date. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Fire Department, Building Inspection Department and the Cemetery for the month Ii of January, 1955. Billsand Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention. at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk ct 7/44 - Mayor f the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands,California March 1, 1955 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : None The meeting was opened with the pledge of Allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend John D. Cummings, Trinity Episcopal Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having pre- viously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. I PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held February 22, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : a) That the request of Mr. Allen. B. Steimle for permission to split lot 5 -and' add to lots 4 and 6 for the purpose of getting two lots with wider frontage, property located on north side of Cedar Avenue, between Monterey and Pacific, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commtsion. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. b) That the request of Mr. John Krup for permission to split parcel of property located at northwest corner of Magnolia Avenue and San Mateo Street into four lots to give three building sibes be approved -with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. c) That neW Tontatf.vefMap• ofOT-pact No. 4570, located on east side of Roosevelt Road, south of Palm Avenue, Mr. J.J. Andrews, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Andrews addressed the Council in person in protest to Item 2, Engineering Department provisions; "Provide sewers to serve each lot, sewers to be in street. " Mr. Andrews informed the Council that last summer he had installed 90' of sewer line at the back of the lots as required by the former City Engineer and felt that the present requirement bo install sewers in street was a duplication. He requested reimbursement for the 901 previously installed at a cost of #2.75 per foot, total $247.50. The Council concurred that Mr. Andrews should be reimbursed in this amount and, on motion of Councilman Morlan seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, approved the recommendations of the Plan- ning Commission with the provision that Mr. Andrews be reimbursed in the amount of $247. 60. d) That the request of Mr. L. P. Scherer on behalf of Trinity Episcopal Churdh to close that portion of the 151 alley running through the church property and extending east from Fourth Street to the alley running north and south, be approved with the provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. ( In exchange for this request the church proposes to extend to Fern Avenue the alley coming into the southeast corner of their property from Home Place. ) On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the recommenda- tions of the Planning Commission were approved. e) That the request of Mr. D.L. Mulder for a 251 front setback to construct four duplex units and a residence on two lots located on the south side of Colton Avenue east of and abutting the University Methodist Church property be approved withthe provision that the property be developed in accordance with the Plot Plan submitted. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman morlan, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. r' - P 00a f) That the request of Mr. Verne Kasper for permit to construct a three car garage to the rear of his residence at 1335 East Cetus Avenue for the purpose of storing his antique automobiles be approved with the provisions set forth int he minutes of the Planning Commission. I This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. 1 g) That the request of Mr. Cresson E. Smith for permission to split an orange grove of approximately 9.25 acres into two parcels, one parcel to be approximately 5 acres, property located on south side of Palm Avenue between Cajon Street and Highway 99, be approved with the provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommends-';�I tion of the Planning Commission was approved. yn I C-i h) That the request of Mr. L.A. Westby and Mr. R.W. Draper for permission to move a N.H dwelling from 1141 Texas Street to 1136 Webster Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Cabin, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 'I FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Final Subdivision Maps of Tract 4085, Holly Manors, and Tract 4546, Monterey Park, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Motion , ,I Manager Workman stated that 10 shares of West Redlands water were offered the City with Tract 4546 and on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the Manager was authorized to negotiate the purchase of these shares at the going price. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application f rom the office of the County Superintendent of Schools for the use of the City Hall Auditorium for an Extension course in square and folk dancing for teachers li course to be presented by the University of California at Riverside. The Course would be 12 or 15 weeks , the fee offered for the use of the auditorium, $7.50 per night. After some discussion, it was moved by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman,and carried, that a schedule of the approved charges for the use of the auditorium be mailed the school office, also that the accompanying letter suggest the use of one of the school auditoriums rather than a City property. Notice from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control of application for transfer of ' 'On-Sale , General' license from Gregor L. Schulte to E.R. and V.J. Zumpano. Premises located at 340 Orange Street, Redlands, California COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Thomas H. Kuchel, United States Senator, acknowledgement of the recent resolution passed by the City requesting Federal support of various flood control projects in San Bernardino County. aIAA pr--- b 6 66 From the Division of Highways, copy of a reply by District Engineer Kane to a Mrs. Lewin W. Imm' s letter suggesting that San Timoteo Canyon be used for a Redlands freeway bypass. UNFINISHED BUSINESSO A request from the Southern California Edison Company for a Grant of Easement for the new underground facilities being installed for the Telephone Company. This request had been referred to the City Engineer at the Council meeting of February 15th and at this time both the City Manager and Engineer recommended that the easement be granted. The Council then approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, subject to the final approval of the City Engineer, A request by the Santa Fe Oil Company for sewer service at Highway 99 and Alabama Street outside the City Limits, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Coun- cilman Osbun, subject to the understanding that the applicant will at no future time oppose any annexation proceedings. Public Hearing for a Conditional Use Variance to permit H. Clayton Hays to operate his plastering business from the 600 block on Lawton Street was called at this time. No protests being forthcoming, the permit was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. The purchase of a #300 International Tractor from the Wilson Equipment Company, Redlands, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. This tractor, while not being the lowest bid, most nearly met the requirements of the City and its ' purchase was recommended by the purchasing department and the City Manager. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman reported that six shares of Redlands water stock, part of Tract 4466, Robert T. Hall, owner, were offered the City at 07.50 per share. On motion of Council- man Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, Mr. Workman was authorized to negotiate for this stock at the above price, with all assessments paid. The City is also offered 19 shares of Old Lugonia Water by Clarence Perry and 30 shares of the same stock byyW. Blount. On motion of Councilman Anderson seconded by Council- man Osbun, and carried, Council authorized the offer of up to $150.00 per share for this stock. Manager Workman reported that Mr. Leigh Nickerson was no longer interested in the pur- chase of the 4400 squaree feet of land owned by the City at the intersection of West State Street, Texas Street and Highway 99, desiring only a permanent easement overt he driveways into the Union Service Station at that corner. Councilman Osbun then moved that the property be offered for sale, withthe City having the right to reject any and all bids. Motion seconded by Mayor Elkins. Before the vote was called Councilman Mor- lan suggested that the City Manager inform Mr. Nickerson of the City' s intent to grant tills easement following whatever decision is reached by the Council regarding thesdis- positions of this parcel of ground, but that no decision to dispose of it be reached until after all traffic signals at the intersection of Highway 99 and Texas Street are installed. Council concurred in this suggestion and the motion and second were withdrawn. 9 ri Manager Workman reported briefly on various panel discussion held at the City Manager ' s Conference recently held at Santa Rosa, California. One of the more important phases I touched upon was the re-activitation of Civil Defense programs in all cities and townd in the state. As Mr. Sid Conner has been carrgimg on a limited Civil Defense program • in connection with his full-time job as Planning Director, Manager Workman requested an adjustment in the City' s salary budget to permit the employment of a part-time Civil ' Defense Director for the balance of the fiscal year. It was moved by Councilman Ander- son and seconded by Councilman Romo, that Mr. Hartley Hillsen be hired on this basis with a salary not to exceed $300.00 for the four month period until June 30, 1955. it Motion carried. 11 Councilman Morlan presented a copy of a proposed expense account of legal expenditures by City personnel and suggested that some study be made of this prior to budget time. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the City Treasurer, the Fire Department and the Police Department and Poundmaster -t for the month of February, 1955. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. W. Attest : Harry R. Whale City Clerk 1 -/%L Mayo .f t he City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- `' Redlands , California March 15, 1955 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson, and Mayor Folkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman, Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Romo The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Frank Toothaker, First Methodist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having pre- 1 viously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS . As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the cement mortar lining II and cleaning of 6000' of 4" water line, the bid of Pipelinings , Inc. , was publicly opened and declared. As this was the only bid submitted and met all specifications set forth by the Water Department, it was approved and accepted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Bids for gasoline and oil products to meet the needs of the City for the coming year had also teen called for this meeting and bids from the following were publicly I opened and declared: ii U I aU up%o.pOil Company, Standard Oil, Richfield Oil, General Petroleum Corporation and the Tidewater Associated Company. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, these bids were referred to the City Manager and Purchasing Department for study and recommendation. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS : At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held March 8, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council : 1. That the request of Mrs. Pearl Montgomery, after further review and investi- gation of requirements regarding sidewalk level in front of her property on Highland Avenue between Alvarado and Ramona, be approved withthe same requirements as submitted by the Planning Department on February 8, 1955; 1 : Install sidewalk at standard side- walk grade. However, allow area between curb and sidewalk to be graded so as not to damage existing pepper trees. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried. b. That Tentative Map of Tract 4742, located between Palm Avenue and Clifton Avenue east of Monterey Street extended, L.P. Scherer, owner, be approved withthe praizisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recom- mendation of the Planning Commission was approied. c. That Tentative Map of Tract 4784, located on the southeast corner of Lincoln Street and Colton Avenue, Truman Browne, owner, be approved withthe provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. d. That Tentative Map of Tract 4640, located on the northeast corner of Judson Street and Brockton Avenue to be extended be returned to the Council with the original recommendations as submitted to the Council January 25, 1955, for the alignment of Brockton Avenue as well as the other provisions set for in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this original recommendation of the Planning Commission was re-approved. e. That the request of Mr. Charles E. Lines for zoning variance for property lo- cated in San Timoteo Canyon be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. f. That the request of Mr. John Melcher for permission to split 1 lot from prop- erty located on the east side of Alvarado Street between Palm and Highland Avenues be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. tU � g. That the request of Mr. Frank Jacinto for permission to split 2 lots from property located on the southeast corner of Henrietta Street and South Avenue be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Jacinto presented a protest to the requirement for replacing the rock curbs and the gutters, Item 5, Engineering Department recommendations. After considerable dis- cussion, the Council, on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, approved the Planning Department recommendations as submitted witht he exception of the requirement of Item 5, stipulating instead that the curb and gutter on South Avenue be repaired totthe satisfaction of the City Engineer, Motion carried unanimously. A request was presented by the Planning Commission that a two year interim ordi- nance for light industry, to include the area within the boundaries of Tennessee Street it (west ) , Hwy 99 and Stuart Avenue, ( south) , 640' west of Texas Street , (east ) , and 250' north of Brockton, extended, (north) , be adopted by the Council, This area is presently ti zoned for agriculture, Mr. Bernard DeYoung addressed the Council in protest to the proposed change. After discussion, Councilman Morlanmoved that the Attorney be instruct- -- ed to draw up such an interim ordinance to have first reading at the April 5, 1955, meeting. Motion was seconded by Councilman Osbun and carried. An emergency amendment to the subdivision ordinance for site control in subdivisions was also asked byythe Planning Department and such a draft will also be ready at the 1 next meeting of the Council. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Final subdivision map of Tract No. 4570, Andrews Subdivision, was presented and approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, with the Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to sign same on behalf of the City of Redlands . • Final subdivision map of Tract No. 4083, C.E.M. Construction Company, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, with the F Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to sign same on behalf of the City of Redlands. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Redlands Junior High School, a request to use the City Hall Auditorium for the annual 9th grade party on June 3, 1955, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. From the Redlands Camera Club, a request for the use of the Library Grounds and the Bowl for their annual Photo Fiesta on July 31, 1955, was approved on motion of Council- i1 man Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. At this time an oral request from Mr. William Adams that the City waive license requirements for the Clyde Beatty Circus when the circus appears here March 29, 1955, under the sponsorship of the American Legion, Post 106, was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From the California Highway Commission, copy of a resolution adopted by the Calif- 1 ornia Highway Commission restating its prodedure for determining freeway routings. LA I anti • From Glen B. Foster, Los Angeles, a letter of commendation for the handling by the Police Department of a traffic accident in Redlands in which Mr. Foster was involved on March 4, 1955. Manager Workman at this time read a letter of resignation from Police Chief Slaugh- ter. Mr. Workman stated that although it will not be easy to replace Mr. Slaughter and expressed sincere regret that he is leaving the City for a position in private industry, nevertheless he recommended the resignation be accepted and further recommended that Assistant Chief Glen Solberg be appointed Acting Chief until a new Chief is named. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the resignation of Mr. Slaughter was accepted and Mr. Solberg was named Acting Chief. UNFINISHED BUSINESS RESOLUTION No. 780, Revised Rules and Regulations fort he Cemetery Department, was presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Romo. Resolution No. 779, a Resolution of Intention to close a certain alley located in the Excelsior Tract, presented and adopted byt he following roll-call vote : AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Marian, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT; Councilman Romo NEW BUSINESS ' Transfer of Water Contracts with Option "B" from A.J. Figueredo to J. Van Mouwerik and from J. Van Mouwerik to M.F. Figueredo to J. DeBlauw and John and Marilla Sering, presented, and the Clerk and Mayor authorized to execute on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Manager Wobkman reported the offer of 17 shares of Old Redlands water stock from Tract 4083 to the City of Redlands, On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the Manager was authorized to offer the going price of $87.50 per share for this stock. Mr. Workman also reported that Mr. L. P. Scherer had offered the City 20 shares of Red- lands water and 10 shares of West Redlands water at $125.00 per share. Council was not interested in this purchase at this time. Mayor Elkins called the Council' s attention to the League of California Cities bulletin with information concerning four bills to be considered in forthcoming legis- lation. The Council wished to obtain a copy of Senate Bill 1900, re ' State Beaches and Parks for study before making any recommending resolution. The Mayor was authorized to direct a letter to our State representives opposing pending legislation relative to Sales and Use Tax. Manager Workman requested that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids on a traffic automobile for the Police Department. Approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Bids called for April 5, 1955, meeting. The matter of retaining special legal counsel to represent the City of Redlands in the Orange County water rights suit was again brougtt up and on motion of Councilman L 371 Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, authorization was given to employ Mr. Frank Jenney and Mr. R. Lagerlof at a retaining fee of $2500.00 plus per diem of $150.00 for each day' s service. Motion carried unanimously. REPORTS Reports of the Cemetery Departmant and the Building Inspection Department for the month of February were presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion the Council adjourned. Attest.: Harry R. Whale City Clerk Mayor o the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- 1t Redlands , California April 5, 1955 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regualr placel, of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed, bythe invocation by Reverend Oscar Sedam, Council of Churches. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meetin;_*, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for an automobile for the Police Department, the following bids were publicly opened and declared : From: Lange and Runkel, Redlands Chevrolet Loge and Yount , Redlands Ford A.C . Almind Redlands Studebaker Harry & Lloyd Redlands Oldsmobile By Unanimous consent of the Council, these bids were referred t o the City Manager and the Purchasing Department for study a nd recommendation. Award of the bid on gasoline and oil for t he coming year was to be made at this meeting of the Council. After complete study of the bids submitted. on March 15 it was the recommendation of the Purchasing Department and the City Manager that the bid of Tidewater Associated best suited the needs of the City and that it be accepted. Approvalill given on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. Manager Workman informed the Council that he had received three offers in bid for the summer concession at Sylvan Park and recommended that the offer of the Stewart Sweet SI Shop, to pay the City $200.00 for the season and do their own remodelling and renovating, be accepted. No objections from the Council to this recommendation. i F' 0 ORAL PETITIONS Mrs. Jeanette Schutt addressed the Council with a request for variance to the zoning ordinance to permit her to build a house on the front of 1020 East Brockton Ave. and retainthe garage house in the rear as a rental. This petition had been before the Planning Commission last year and had been denied, as this area is First Residential Zone with single family dwellings only on one lot . Planning Director Conner concurred that there was need for some special zoning for this area unless it were re-zoned as Second Residential. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman Osbun, that this request be returned to the Planning Commission for fresh study but that the $25.00 variance fee be waived as this fee had been paid by Mrs . Schutt at the time of her previous application. Motion seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commdsion of the City of Redlands held March 29th, 1955, the following recommendations were made to the City Council : a) That the request by the Calvary Bible Church for zoning variance for the pur- pose of usingian esitt.tng dwelling at the corner of San Mateo and Brookside for a church be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. After hearing protests against.this variance from the following residents in the immediate vicinity of the above property; Mr. & Mrs . Harvey Williams , Mr. P. Hagerman, i Mr. Gilbert Larson, Maj . Joseph Tracy, Mr. John Gray and Mr. Guy Daniels, it was moved by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, that this request be denied. Rev. C.O. Brown and Mr. Howard Burnett presented the plea for the variance. b) That a zoning variance for the purpose of using the existing residence at 1001 East Citrus Avenue as a rest home for the aged, this request made by Mrs. Frances Lyon, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. c) That zoning variance for a 10 foot instead of a 25 foot setback for residence on Grand View Drive , request made by Mr. A.S. Horton, Jr. , be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved with the exception that the set- back lines be changed as follows : Grandview Drive; 20 feet; Elm Street , 19' 6" ; Summit Avenue, regulation setback. (i)That Tentative map of Tract No. 4787, located on the south side of Brookside Ave. L.P. Scherer, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. e) That Tentative map of Tract 4809, located on the east side of Church, between Lugonia & Pennsylvania, W.P. Hellen, owner, be denied with t he recommendation that the subdivider submit a revised tentative map. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. L n , X73 f) That Tentative Map of Tract No . 4811located on the north side of Brookside Avenue east of Tennessee Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendationof the Planning Commission di was laid over pending further study by the City Engineer on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, Mr. Shaheen, one of the subdividers, was present to protest Item 7, Engineering Department recommendation. h) Redlands Public Schools requested permission to split approximately 10 acres from grove to the west of the Crafton School site to add to the present school property approval of which was recommended by the Planning Commission. On motion of Council- man,Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. iq That the request of Mrs. Fred Sterling for permission to split a lot on Wash- ington Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning �.i Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, a nd r carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. FINAL APPROVAL OF LOT SPLIT Planning Director Conner presented for final approval the lot split of Willard Stewart on Kincaid Street, stating that requirements for this split had been complied with. Approval given on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. In connection with the above approved split , grant deeds for rights-of-way for street purposes from Willard M. and Patricia Stewart and from Leo J. and Nancy Silberberger were accepted on behalfoof the City of Redlands on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the Military Order of the Purple Heart for permission to ex- hibit antique and modern firearms in the City of Redlands this year was denied on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. A petition was presented signed by 11 property owners inthe vicinity of West Colton Avenue and Texas Street protesting the proposed master plan of re-zoning that area from present zoning, agriculture, to light industry. Planning Director Conner explained in jl detail the type of light industry considered for this area. No action by the Council. COMMUN;ICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From the California Sewage and Industrial Wastes Association, an invitation to the.ell Council to an annual conference at the Mission Inn, Riverside, April 28,29, and 30,1955: From Larry W. Noble, copy of letter commending the Redlands Fire Department on the prompt/and efficient handling of the recent fire at 100 West Citrus. From Redlands Chamber of Commerce, the recommendation 'of that body relative to possible freeway routing. i From the Southern California Gas Company, a franchise statement covering the calendar year of 1954 in the amount of 07,019.54. I I 0 I .. . From the Shoreline Planning Commission, communication relative to the diversion of oil royalty money. Manager Workman reported that he had a request from the Redlands Schools to use ' Sylvan Plunge from 5/9/55 to 6/3/55 for instructional purposes. Approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. NEW BUSINESS A bill to the City from W.L. Thornquist in t he amount of $2,240.00 for damage to his grove during the construction of the new sewer line, as well as a suit for damages signed by Earl and Betty Nicks and by Frank Schaefer for damages to their grove during the same construction were referred to the City Attorney on motion of Councilman Ander- son, seconded by Councilman Osbun. ORDINANCE NO. 983 An ordinance of the City of Redlands on the acquisition of water stocks and rights bysaid City with particular regard to new dwellings and subdivisions was introduced by Councilman Anderson after reading in detail by by Attorney Wilson. The following members of the Redlands Realty Board addressed the Council in protest to this ordinance; Mr. Dick Rees, Mr. Howard Prescott, Mr. Robert Scarborough, Mr. Beverly Perry, Mr. Arthur Gregory and Dr. Vernon Tolle. All asked that serious consideration be given to the problems of the developers and suggested that public hearings should be held. The Council agreed to hold an informal meeting with the Realty Board and any other interested ' parties April 13, 1955, at 7 :30 P.M. Letters of protest Prom t he Redlands Insurance Agents Association and from the Realty Board were also`,read at this time. RESOLUTION' NO. 781 a resolution of the City of Redlands establishing the Domestic, Industrial, Commer- cial and Irrigation Water Rates for said city of Redlands to be in effect on or after the first day of June, 1955, read by Attorney Wilson but not adopted at this time. ORDINANCE NO. 984 An ordinance adopting and prescribing the rules and regulations governing the Water Department of the City of Redlands was introduced and, as the Council had earlier made a study of the 12 page ordinance, the usual reading in detail was waived on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Ordinance laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 985 An ordinance amending Ordinance 921, entitled "Subdivision Ordinance" , adopted November 8, 1950, by adding new sections thereto, introduced by Councilman Morlan and laid oiler under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 986 • nn ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting the Fire Prevention Code, introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman announced that annual Youth Week would be from April 30 to May 5th. A City Warrant in the amount of #27,830.07 as fourth payment to Ivan Metkovich for sewer construction was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Os bun. L_ clpziro 3Ij Councilman Morlan requested and was granted permission to leave the continental limits of the United States during the month of August and the first week in September on motion of Councilman A nderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. REPORTS 'I The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Fire Department, Police Department and the City Treasurer for the month I of March, 1955. The City Treasurer reported that uncollectable taxes on unsecured personal property in the amount of t67.83 remained on his books and requested Council waive this amount in order to clear his books. This delinquent amount represents 43/100 of 1% of the total tax of 505 53. This request was approved on motionCouncilman tX15, q pp of Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. �2No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion , the Council adjourned. 7/74 a 1 Attest : Harr , R. Whale ! -ity lark Mayor of he City of Redlands ' -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- REDLANDS, CALIFORNIA April &9, 1955 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None/ The meeting was openedwith the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Frank 1 Fagerburg, First Baptist Church. Councilman Morlan introduced three guests from the University of Redlands; Senor Guillen of Bogota; Columbia; Senor Cordoba of the University of Panama, and Mr. Orosco, United States Department of State. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Coun@il having previously ex- I amined t he record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensedwith and same be approved. 1 BIDS As this was the time set for the award of the bid for an automobile for the Police Department it was the recommendation of the City Manager and the Purchasing Department that the bid of Lange and Runkel, Chevrolet, being the lowest and best for the City, be approved, Council approval given on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 1 At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April 12, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council: a. That Revised Tentative Map of Tract 4804, located between Pennsylvania and Lugonia, east of 1 1 Texas and west of Clay, Mary Sprekels, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes 1 1 �Il.� 3itv �3 pf the Planning Commission. Council action : Add to the Planning Commission recommendations: Building Department recommendations: Remove all existing buildings. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. b. That revised Tentative map of Tract 4810, located on the south side of Cypress Avenue between Hwy. 99 and Orchard Drive, Lawrence L. Lytle, owner, be approvedwith provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, these recommendations of the Planning Commission were approved with the following exceptions: 1. Delete Item 2, Park Department recommendations . 2. Item 6, Engineering Department recommendations: One tree to be removed by the City. 3. Item 4, Planning Department recommendations: Post cash bond for west side only. c. That revised Tentative Map of Tract 3993, located between Franklin Avenue and Campbell Avenue at the Elm Street intersection, Philip Lukei, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this Tentative map was approved as recommended. d. That the request of Mrs. Hazel Miles for permission to adjust lot lines on two lots to create additional building site, property located on southeast corner of Clay Street and Pioneer Avenue, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Plannings Commission. On motion of Council- man Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, request was approved as recommended. e. Thatthe request of Co. John H. Fite for permission to split property locatedsDuth of Mariposa Drive, west of Rossmont Drive at Poppy Road at dead-end, be approvedwith provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, ' and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. f. that the request of Mr. Langdon Buchl for permission to split one parcel from property located on the easterly side of Oak Street approximately 75 feet south of CampbellAftvenue junction be approved with the provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, Council action on this request was tabled until the next meeting. g. That the request of Donald Van Wieren for permission to split property located on south side of Hilton Avenue between Cajon and Garden into two lots for building sites be denied because of provisions set forth at the time of a previous split on this property in 1953. This request was denied as re- commended by the Planning Commission on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. h. That the request of Mr. Arthur Miller for permission to split two parcels from property located on the northerly side of Marion Road be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Council approved as recommended on motion of Councilman Romo, .seconded by Council- man Morlan. i. That Tentative map of Tract 4837, located on the south side of Palm Avenue west of San Mateo Street, Gordon Fields, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved with the exception of Item 2, Planning Department recommendations, to be modified as follows: Attempt to obtain 40 feet for street purposes and grade and install 28' temporary paving to City Engineers specifications. j. That zoning variance for a 1(9toot instead of a 25' front setback for residence to be constructed on the north side of Grandview Drive north of Summit Avenue by Mr. Dewayne L. Loats , owner, be approved for a 15' setback instead of 10' on Grandview and 18' on Elm St, and subject to all other provisions as 3 a'� set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Council approval of the above recommendations was given on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried. I 111 FINAL APPROVAL for a lot split for Rita Beall, on Knoll Road south of West Crescent Avenue, was on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried. In connection A th this split a Grant Deed fora portion of Lot 1 of a subdivision of a part of Block 50, Map No.9, Redlands Heights, for street purposes, from Mrs . Beall to the City of Redlands, was accepted on motion I? of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. FINAL SUBDIVISION Mg Tract No. 4537, Heers Associates, located on Lugonia Avenue west of Texas Street, and for Tract No. 4666, L.P. Scherer, on East Cypress Avenue, presented, approved, and the Mayor and City Clerk authorized to sign on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Coun- cilman Anderson, and carried. TENTATIVE MAP of Tract No. 4811, Eastern Builders, located at Brookside Avenue and Tennessee Street,; had been referred to the City Engineer at the last meeting of the Council for further study of treatment of the storm water ditch through the property. Mr. Shaheen, for the developer, protested to the Council , on some requirements. After considergble discussion, on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Council- 1 j man Morlan, aid carried, this tentative map was approved subject .to all previous recommendations except those covered in the Engineer's supplemental memorandum and with the further exception that one item in the Engineering Department's recommendations be changed as follows : Reduce cul-de-sac width to 50 feet. City to pave all over 40' width on San Mateo Street and the re-alignment of lots to be referred to the Planning Director. ALLEY CLOSING. As this was the time called for a public hearing on the closing of an alleyway in the Excelsior Tract, east of Fourth Street, said closing petitioned by the Trinity Episcopal Church in the improvement of their property, any interested persons present were invitedto speak at this time. There was one written protest supplemented by •an oral one from Mrs. Luella Case, 414 Cajon Street. As this closing is " I to be followed by the opening up and improvement of an alleyway northerly to Fern Avenue to serve in lieu of the alley to be closed, Mrs. Case feared the new alley would destroy the privacy of her back yard. Mr. L.P. Scherer, for the church, assured Mrs. Case that the Church would cooperate in every way and would erect a 4 foot solid fence across the back of her property along the new alley. Mrs. Case then withdrew her objections and Resolution No.779, a resolution ordering the work of closing of this alley, II was then adopted by the following roll call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo,. Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: None APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS: An application by the Redlands Community Music Association for the use of the Auditorium on May 3, 1955, for auditions for the musical production of 'The Bluebird' was approved on motion of Councilman l Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. From the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Sacramento, notice of application for Alcoholic Beverage License, (On-Sale Beer) by Ray W. Scott, 21 E. Central Avenue and notice of Transfer of Alco- holic Beverage License (Off-Sale General) from C. Harold Kolb and Roy W.. Stromgren, 28 W. Central. From the Redlands Council of Ciurdhes a request for the use of the Community Bowl for joint union II Sunday evening services from June 26, 1955, to September 11, 1955, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by "ouncilman Osbun. IA I e*rnr � 2) 10 COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Mr. C.W. Short, 424 West Olive Avenue, suggesting the City recommend the San timoteo Canyon route for the freeway. From the Women's Society for Christian Service, First Methodist Church, a request that the white diagonial parking spaces be painted in again on Olive Avenue east of Cajon Street. Manager Workman informedthe Council that this work was being done immediately. From Mr. W.R. Middleton, 354 Grant Street, letter protesting the charge on a water connection he recently had made. From the League of California Cities, bulletin relative to Uniform Local Sales and Use Tax program. From the Currie Engineering Company, final inspectionreport of the,sanitary sewer job just completed by Ivan Metkovich. . From City Treasurer Harry E. Woltman, letter informing the Council that he has been called to active duty by the U.S. Air Force for two weeks commencing May 2, 1955. The Treasurer informed the Council that duty will be performed at Norton Air Base and that he will be in contact with his office during this period. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 983, not adopted. See Ordinance No. 988. ORDINANCE NO. 984, Rules and Regulations governing the operation of the Water Department, introduced at the last meeting of the City Council, was tabled atthis time. ORDINANCE NO.985, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Subdivision Ordinance No. 921, presented, read for the secondtime and adopted bythe following roll call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 986, an ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting a Fire Prevention Code, presented. read for the second time, and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS Fromthe office of Brooke Sawyer, notice of temporary binder to extend the Fire Insurance Policy # 11-10757 pending publication of new blanket rate. From the Redlands Insurance.Agents Association, Globe Indemnity Policy GDD 888130, renewal of fire and theft coverage forthe automotive rolling stock operatedly the City, . On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this policy was acceptedand payment authorized. An Agreement between the United States Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census, and the City of Redlands for a special census to be taken in the City, presented, and accepted bythe Council. ORDINANCE NO. 987, an ordinance of t he City of Redlands relative to creating a zone for light in- dustry of the area north of Highway 99 to beyond Brockton Avenue and east of Tennessee Street, presented, read in detail and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 988, an ordinance of the City of Redlands relative to the acquisition of water stocks and water rights, presentedas a re-written form of No. 983, which had had a first reading at the last meeting of the Council, introduced, read in detail as amended, and laid over underthe rules. 379 ORDINANCE NO. 990, an ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the possession of pin-ball machines in the City of Redlands, introduced by Mayor Elkins, read and laid over underthe rules. CITY MANAGER II City Manager Workman presented a request that the Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids on a business coupe for the water department. Authorization given on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Mr. Workman also requested that authorization be given to put to bid the use of floral Plunge for II the summer season of 6/1/55 to 9/15/55. Approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. CITY Al1URNEY City Attorney Wilson presented f or approval a Grant Deed to the City of Redlands for that certain property in Mentone, portion of Section 22, Twp 1 south, Range 2 west, San Bernardino Base and Meridian, commonly known as the Boullion property, and on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the Mayor and the City Clerk were authorized to execute on behalf of the City of Redlands. REPORTS The following reports were presentedand ordered filed: From the Building Department and the Cemetery Department for the month of March, 1955, and the Audit Report for the City for the fiscal years 1953-1954• Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved bythe Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjournedto a regular adjourned meeting Tuesday April 26, 1955, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. ATTEST; Harry H. Whaley City Clerk )1, 4 Mayor o e City of Redlands, California li -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California April 26, 1955 7:00 o'clock P.M. it An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held atthe regular place of meeting. 11 fi Present: COUNCILMEN Osbun> Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Assistant Manager Harp. Absent: Councilman Morlan. The pledge of allegiance and invocation were omitted . it A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined ,1 the record of the minutes of the last meeting thatthe reading of the minutes be dispensedwith and same be approved. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 984, i An ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting and prescribing the Rules and Regulations governing the jI I, Water Department of the City of Redlands, California, presented forthe second time and adopted bythe following vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson a nd Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Morlan, I 380 ORDINANCE NO. 987 In ordinance amending the toning Ordinance of the City of Redlands by adding a new section thereto creating a second light Industry Zone to be known as M-1 was presented forthe second time, read in detail and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAY: None Absent: Councilman Morlan. ORDINANCE NO. 988 An ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, relating to the acquisition of water stocks and water rights by said City with particular regard to new dwellings and subdivisions, presented, read in detail and adopted after much discussion by the following vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Andersonald Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Morlan NEW BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO. 782 A resolution setting up prices which the City will pay for certain shares of water stock was adopted by the following roll call vote: ME: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Morlan LEASE ON SYLVAN PARK FOOD CONCESSION STAND A lease betweenthe City of Redlands and Willa K. and O.E. Stewart for a period of five years on the Sylvan Park Food Concession was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. RESIGNATION OF J.E. HARP 0 City Manager Workman presented a letter of resignation from Assistant City Manager J.E. Harp to take effect May 20, 1955. ManagerWorkman recommended that the Council join him in accepting, with regret, this resignation. Therefore a motion was made by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, that the resignation of J.E. Harp be acceptedwith the deepest regret and that a certificate of appreciation for his many years work with the City be presented to Mr. Harp. Motion carried. A Resolution approving the agreement between the Southern Pacific Railway Company and the City of Redlands whereby the Cts of Redlands could construct and maintain a fifteen inch vitrified clay pipe encased in concrete in accordance withthe Railroad's drawing CS-1741, attached, for conveying sewage was presented and adopted bythe following roll-call vote: AYE; Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. NAY; None ABSENT; Councilman Morlan, ORDINANCE NO. 989 An ordinance amendingthe Zoning Ordinance of theCity of Redlands, California, Ordinance No. 875, by adding a new section thereto creating a First Residential Deep Lot Zone to be known as R-S-D was presented, read in detail and laid over under the rules. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk (---f Marr o theCity of Re lands Redlands, California May 3, 1955 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins ; City Attorney Wilson', City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. 111 Absent : Councilman Morlan. The meeting was opened with t he pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Lawrence H. Sellers, State Street Christian Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having I previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS n As this was the time advertised forthe opening of bids for an automobile for the water department, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Loge and Yount Redlands Ford Lange and Runkel Redlands Chevrolet A.C. Almind Redlands Studebaker Later in the meeting after study of the above bids, it was the recommendation of the Purchasing Department and the City Manager that the bid of Lange and Runkel, being the lowest and best for the City, be accepted. This recommendation was approved on motion d- of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. 4 Bids had also been called for the use of Floral Plunge for the 1955 season and the 3 1 bid of the Redlands Swim Club was opened at this time. As this was the only bid sub- mitted and the offer was one advantageous to the City, it was approved on motion of 6 Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. Councilman Morlan entered the Council Chambers at 7 :15 P.M. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April 26, 1955 the following recommendations were submitted tothe Redlands City Council: a) That the request of Mr. George E. Hull for permission to split 2 lots from property located on the east side of San Mateo Street between Cypress and Fern be ap- proved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Hull was present at the Council meeting and withdrew his request for this split. b) That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4863, located south of Sunset Drive west of Via Vista Estates, Robert Scarborough, owner, be approved with the provisions as set forth in t he minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this it recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. A special meeting was held before this Planning Commission meeting fort he purpose of holding a special public hearing on a proposed amendment of the zoning ordinance by adding a new section R-1-D (Residential one deep lots. ) The area covered bythe new section are all lots located w ithin the following boundaries : Colton Avenue, Church Street, Brockton Avenue and University Street. I LA 51 Redlands, California May 3, 1955 7 :00 o'clock P.M. I II IIA regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place 1 of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilsonll, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. il II Absent : Councilman Morlan. The meeting was opened with t he pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Lawrence H. Sellers, State Street Christian Church. i A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having I previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDSii Cr) ' '1 . , As this was the time advertised forthe opening of bids for an automobile for the water department , the following bids were publicly opened and declared: l� From: Loge and Yount Redlands Ford Lange and Runkel Redlands Chevrolet ;I A.C. Almind Redlands Studebaker Later in the meeting after study of the above bids, it was the recommendation of the Purchasing Department and the City Manager that the bid of Lange and Runkel, being the IORAL PETITIONS As recommendation was approved on motion NA. Frank Gilbertressed the Council, presenting n Romo. 1 a statement of expenditures and requesting Floral Plunge for the 1955 season and the 1 approval of the budgeted item of $1500.00/ g Regularly moved, seconded and carried that it his time. As this was the only bid sub- be approved. the City, it was approved on motion of ri omo. ! I .ambers at 7 :15 P.M. 'I mission of the City of Redlands held April 26, 1955 the following recommendations were submitted tothe Redlands City Council: i1 a) That the request of Mr. George E. Hull for permission to split 2 lots from 1 property located on the east side of San Mateo Street between Cypress and Fern be ap- II proved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. 1 1 rl Mr. Hull was present at the Council meeting and withdrew his request for this split. b) That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4863, located south of Sunset Drive west of Via Vista Estates, Robert Scarborough, owner, be approved with the provisions as set forth in t he minutes of the Planning Commission. II On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this j rl [III recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. A special meeting was held before this Planning Commission meeting fort he purpose II 1 of holding a special public hearing on a proposed amendment of the zoning ordinance V by adding a new section R-1-D (Residential one deep lots. ) The area covered bythe new section are all lots located w ithin the following boundaries : Colton Avenue, Church Street , Brockton Avenue and University Street. li i, A R�t,�a ' 6( ) .J After the hearing, it was moved, seconded and carried unanimously to recommend to the City Council the adoption of this amendment of the Zoning Ordinance 875. Council Action: A large number of property owners were present at the Council meeting. Addressing the meeting on behalf of the adoption of this ordinance were Stephen Kluck, William Boettger, Mrs. F.M. Scott, Donald McIntosh, Vernon Erickson, Mrs. Blanche Mitchell, and Mrs. May Luckenbill. Against adoption, Mr. E.R. Fisher and Mr. Ashel Cunningham. Peti- tions with 126 signers for adoption and with 17 against were read. After long discussion, Council suggested amending ordinance to delete the one square block where the owners objected. Thus amended, the ordinance was re-introduced by Councilman Osbun, read in detail and laid over under t he rules. FINAL APPROVAL FOR LOT SPLIT Final approval for a lot split for Mr. Arthur Miller of property located on Marion Road was gigen on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. The request of Mr. Langdon Buchl for a lot split of property on Oak Street had been tabled at t he last meeting of the Council at the request of Mr. Buchl. At this time Attorney Utamner, for Mr. Buchl, requested that this lot split be referred back. to the Planning Commission for further study. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application fromt he Unity Center of San Bernardino for the use of either the Redlands Bowl or the Auditorium was presented and the Clerk directed to send this appli- cant copies of the rate schedule for both. Use requested for May 21, 1955. An oral request that the City Designate an area in downtown Redlands to be used by U. of R. students 'for hitch-hiking rides totthe University was presented by Manager W orkman. Council suggested some recommendation fromthe Merchantts Division of the Chamber of Commerce before such a designated spot was approved. A question as to whether "B" Contract Water would qualify as an "Acceptable Water Stock" under Ordinance 988 was discussed briefly. It was the opinion of the Council that it would not qualify as the City would gain no additional water by the acquisition of this stock. COMMUNICATIONS Rhe following communications were presented and read: From the Redlands Y.M.C.A. a communication relative to Youth Week being observed in the schools. Rrom the Redlands Sanitary Laundry, letter in protest to the proposed water rate increase. From the League of California Cities, Legislative Bulletin relative to Uniform Sales Tax, Tideland Grants and Proposed Tax Limitation. From the P.T.A. of the Kingsbury School, relative to the City providing an adequate siren that could be clearly heard in case of an attack. Mr. Sid Conner informed the Council that the City has an adequate warning system and that he would so inform this P.T.A. group. fQfl From the Orange Belt Veterinary Medical Association notice that rabies inoculations given at all rabies clinics in San Bernardino County will be increased from $1. 00 to $1550 per inoculation. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No. 990, an ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the possession of pin-ball machines in the City of Redlands was presented for the second reading at this time. Communications from ten business houses in protest to the proposed ordinance, and five from P.T.A . groups and the Council of Churchesin favor of the ordinance were presented. Addressing the Council in person in support of the ordinance were Mrs. C. Crane, Kingsbury P.T.A. , Mrs. Fred Heisner, Junior High P.T.A. , with Reverend Oscar Sedam in support of the County will adopt a similar ordinance. Iin person to protest the adoption of the ordinance were Carl Metz, Darrell Hudlow, Richard Price, Arthur Guy, Dr. G. Parker and Ray Scott. After a long discussion, Mayor Elkins moved the adoption CD ;f! of the ordinance. Councilman Anderson suggested that it be tabled until the new Polide Chief has a chance to check the situation. Reverend Sellers fromt he floor then sug- r_. Q gested that a committee composed of Council members , representives of the P.T.A. and Council of Churches, Police Department and the various business interests effected meet to properly evaluate the seriousness of the problem. Motion was then withdrawn by Mayor Elkins, who will at a later date set the time for such meeting. Manager Workman at this time submittedthe name of Mr. Wesley Brown, Jr. , for appointment as Chief of Police. Mr. Brown comes with excellent recommendations and Mr. Workman briefly outlined the procedure followed in making the final choice among the canidates. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, the re- commendation of the City Manager was approved and Mr. Brown appointed Chief of Police. NEW BUSINESS Fromt he Junior Women of the Contemporary Club a request that the City Council endorse the riddance of objectionable literature from newsstands in the community. Referred to Mayor Elkins for reply. From the City of Needles, California, a request that the City of Redlands adopt a resolution in support of their application for allottment of hydro-electric power. Noaction. Manager Workman and Attorney Wilson directed to check with the F. P.C. for further information before any endorsement. Attorney Wilson presented a Grant Deed for a portion of Lots 13, Block 7, Enterprize Tract , from C .E. Miles and Hazel Miles to the City of Redlands for street purposes. Accepted by the Council. The matter of Houghton' s Ambulance Service was again brought up and it was the re- quest of a committee of three, Miss Hope Potter, Mr. Ted Fletcher and Mr. Otto Knudsen, that the Council meet with them to discuss this matter. Time for such meeting was set for Friday at 3 :15 P.M. in the Manager' s office following an adjourned meeting of the Council. II Attorney Wilson brought to the Council a request from t he Nottingham Septic Tank Company for permission to establish their business on City property partially occupied I n 9� q--)(4s by the Tri-City Rock Company. Approval given on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. Manager Workman brought up t he matter of policy of the Council relative to the diversion of funds from revenue departments to the General Fund. No action. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: Police Department and Poundmaster, Fire Department and the Cemetery Department for the month of April, 1955. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council ad- journed to an adjourned regular meeting to be held Friday, May 6ht, 1955 at 2 :00 P.M. 634ALLA ATTEST : H.R. Whaley City Clerk �1 feA S , Mayo of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California May 6, 1955 2 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular adjourned meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson City Manager Workman, Assistant City Manager Harp and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Osbun and Clerk Whaley. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance followed by a motion regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the re- cord of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. Sitting as alternate Council and City officials were the following students from the Redlands Schools chosen to serve in that capacity during annual Youth Illeek: Mayor : Flo Ellis Council Members : Camron Cooper Rita Wallis Dennis Rogers Bill Bloebaum City Attorney: Sandy Hanson City Manager: Ivan Hinerman City Clerk : Virginia Schroeder ORAL PETITIONS Mr. John K. Cenkner addressedthheCouncil on behalf of the Lions Club with a request for permission to hang an advertising banner across Orange and State Streets on May 13, 1955 and to use posters on downtown light standards to publicize their broom sales drive for the purpose of raising funds for their "Eyeglasses for Needy Children" project. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this re- quest was approved with the City License fee waived. An application for the use of the Redlands Bowl for rehearsal of the dancers for the "Bluebird" byMrs. JeanneBeamanand 25 was approved for June 20, 22, 23, 2`$ n on � mo- tion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 385 COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and ordered filed as read: From the League of California Cities, Citrus Belt Division, notice of the change of location for the May 20th meeting. From the Division of Highways, tabulation showing the apportionment of the April 1955 quarterly payment of the gas tax allocation for expenditure on major City streets. From the County of San Bernardino, Department of Health, notice that a permit had been requested to keep a bumro at 120 Summit Avenue. The Sanitation officer, Mr. Irby, !I reported that there was no sanitation problem but that there had been one objection to the noise of the braying of the animal. Attorney Wilson advised that the permit be ii allowed subject to any formal complaint being filed. So moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. The City Manager announced that Mr. Wesley Brown, Jr. , newly approinted Chief of li e: Police,Police, will be inthe City May 11, 1955 to meet the Council and members of the Police Department. NEW BUSINESS On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, Mr. J.E. Harp was appointed agent to sign census papers in the absence of City Clerk Whaley.�� A brief discussion was held relative to the most advantageous routing of the the proposed freeway, whether through the City or around through San Timoteo..Canyon. Manager Workman pointed out to the junior Council the two most favored routes on the Master Plan Map and explained some of the factors that must be considered with either choice, stating that the final decision will be made by the State. A motion was made by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried,; that the visiting junior Council be given a vote of appreciation for their interest and cooperation in making Youth Week a success. No further business demanding attention at this time , on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Hazel M. Soper Deputy City Clerk May of the City of Redlands II ( it -0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California May 17 , 1955 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands , held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins ; City Manager Workman, Assistant City Manager Harp and Deputy Clerk doper. Absent : Attorney Wilson and City Clerk Whaley. The meeting was opened with t he pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Henry Radius , First Christian Reformed Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having �I Fr 6l )'3 previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS p ' At this time Mrs. Rodney Cranmer addressed the Council with a request that a poll vote be taken in order to obtain the opinion of the voters of the City relative to the routing of the proposed freeway. Mrs. Cranmer statedthat members of the Contemporary Club would set up and man the polling places and°assist in every way possible in order that the cost to the City would be kept to a minimum. The Council felt that the Plan- ning Commission should express a recommendation in connection with this opinion poll. After considerable discussion the Council indicated their approval and willingness to underwrite a maximum cost of $300.00 providing such recommendation comes from the Plan- ning Commission. Manager Workman was directed °to convey the wishes of the Council and arrange for a special meeting of the Planning Commission at an early date. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held May 10, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council: a) That Tentative Map of Tract 3785, located south side of Sunset Drive and east of Country Club Drive, Chester Salisbury, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. b) That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4510, Franklin Avenue, Hilton Avenue, East Sunset Drive North and South Avenue, Sierra Homes Company, owner, be approved for a zoning variance as well as for the Tentative Map with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, these recommendations were approved with one exception, that any paving cost beyond a width of 401 on Ford Street will be assumed by the City. c) That the request of Mr. Arthur Braswell for permission to realign lot line between Lots 116 and 117 of Tract 1982, Crescent Heights, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. As Mr. Braswell and the new purchaser of Lot 117, Mr. R.A. Green, were not in agreement on the lot line, this request was tabled by the Council at this time. d) That the request of Langdon Buchl for permission to split one parcel from property located on the easterly side of Oak Street be approved w ith provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Attorney Rex Cranmer addressed the Council on behalf of Mr. Buchl with a request that the provision for curbs and gutters and street trees be waived because of the lo- cation of the lot. After considerable discussion, on motion of Councilman Homo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, the recommendationiof the Planning Commission were appro- ved with the deletion of the tree planting requirement. Attorney Wilson entered the Council Chambers at 9:00 otclock P. M. 0 :341 ORDINANCE NO. 989 Ordinance No. 989, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Zoning Ordinance No. 875 by adding a new section thereto creating a First Residential Beep Lot Zone to be known as R-1-D, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, 'tomo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: None APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the rootlighters for use of the Redlands Community Bowl on August 10, 1955, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman ill Anderson. From the California Water and Telephone Company, a request for variance to the Fire Code to permit the cbnzhection of the sprinkler system being installed in the basement of the new building to a 2" water main instead of the required 4" main was C '^ approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, after Fire Chief a Rundberg' s recommendation. With the provision, however, that if and when additions to the building require more sprinkler connections the provisions of the Fire Code be met. A petition with 37 signatures for an additional roque game for the recreational facility at Smiley Park was presented. The Council was informed that this was an item in the Park Department budget for the coming year. No action necessary. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : From Mr. G. Herbert Cole, 519 South Buena Vista Street, protest to the proposed increase in water rates. From Mr. K.K. Bradbury, Redlands Sanitary Laundry, protest to the proposed increase in water rates. From Senator James E. Cunningham, acknowledgement of letter from Mayor Elkins re- lative to Senate Bill 1836. From the City of Ontario, sample Ontario City Ordinance No. 1066 prohibiting the possession of pin-ball machines. From the National Automobile Club, notice of an Inter-City Accident Prevention Contest from May 27, 1955 through August 15, 1955. From the State Division of Highways, copy of the apportionment of the gas tax allocation for the fiscal year June 30, 1955. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution No. 781, a resolution of the City Council, City of Redlands , estab- lishing the Domestic, Industrial, Commercial and Irrigation Water Rates for the City was brought up at this time. Mr. K.K. Bradbury addressedthe Council in protest to this proposed rate schedule. After some discussion, the resolution was tabled with no actior at this time. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman presented for Council consideration an offer from the Rush Con- struction Company of Rockaway Beach, California, to lease 60 acres of City owned prop- erty at the dump site, north end of Church Street , for the iA purpose of removing sand � I e t;;S and gravel on a royalty basis. They will pay the City .05/ per ton for the material and expect to take out approximately 500,000 tone. The lease-agreement is requested for a short term, to ex$re May 1, 1956. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the offer was accepted and the City Attorney directed to draw up the lease-agreement. Attorney Wilson presented for approval a supplemental agreement between the City of Redlands and the Tri-City Rock L'ompany which will permit the Company to pay the City .021/ mer ton for material taken from Flood Control land and processed on City land. Agreement approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. An invitation was brought to the Council from the Corona Naval Hospital, who are hosting the next League of California Cities meeting, to any persons desiring to make a tour of the hospital to arrange to come early for that purpose. CERTIFICATE FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE Mayor Elkins , on behalf of the City of Redlands and the City Council , presented a certificate for meritorious service to Mr. J.E. Harp, Assistant City Manager, who is leaving the City after nine years of loyal and faithful service. The Council personally expressed recognition of the excellent job Mr. Harp has done for the City as Deputy City Clerk, Chief accountant and Assistant City Manager and regret that he is leaving. ORDINANCE NO. 991 An ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting the Redlands Ordinance Code, read in detail for the first time and laid over under the rules. RESOLUTION No. 783 A resolution setting hearing on adoption of Redlands Ordinance Code and ordering publication of notice thereof, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: None From City Treasurer Harry E. Woltman, a request that delinquent Unsecured Personal Property Tax on goods in storage at the Tr-City Van and Storage Company in the amount of $7.67 be re-assessed in the amount of $3.80. This personal property has been fore- closed by the Storage Company and it is requested that the City share the same degree of loss (50%) as the Company. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this request was approved. From the Todd Company, A.B.C. System Forgery Policy No. 103694, presented and accepted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Homo. Water Contracts with 'Optdon B' from D.M. Donney to Raymond T. Curtis and Myrtle Curtis, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. ' RESOLUTION NO. 784 Resolution No. 784, a resolution appointing a representive committee of citizens with the Mayor, one other member of the Council, and City Manager as ex-officio, for the purpose of studying the need for certain capital improvements , i.e. , filter plants, reservoirs , disposal facilities , a second fire station and possibly other items , and 39 making recommendations as to both needs and means of financing such developments with first report to be made not later than March 1, 1956, presented by Councilman Morlan, li seconded by Councilman Romo, and unanimously approved. Councilman Morlan pointed out to the Council the increasing hazard of unfenced swimming pools in residential areas and suggested that the City make inquiry as to the handling of this problem in neighboring cities. Manaher Workman will obtain a copy of an ordinance enacted by the City of Arcadia and any other community which might have some form of protective legislation. REPORTS The following reports were preeented a nd ordered filed : From the City Treasurer and the Building Inspection Department for the month of April, 1955. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. it No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest : Hazel M. Soper Deputy City Clerk GG Mayor' f the City of Redlands II 111 -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California June 7, 1955 7 :00 o' clock P;`5t. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins ; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Morlan The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Mr. Louis Woodbury, Church of Latter Day Saints. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Don Grubbs addressed the Council with a request that a variance be granted for a 21 foot setback for Lot 4, Tract 4205, Braemar Homes. This would permit the completion of a building started four feet short of the required 25 foot setback. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this request was approveld with the provision that this privilege was not to extend to any surrounding construction. The Planning Commission was directed to make a study of setback lines for other struct- ures in this block. Mr. Frank Braga, 1504 West Park Avenue, requested t he Council give consideration to paving approximately 500 ' on West Citrus Avenue and Tennessee Street, from present �AA I Otis paving to the curb and gutter which he has installed. The City Engineer was directed to check with the County and with the State Gas Tax Fund as to whether any funds were available which might be used for t his work. Mr. Carl Caldwell spoke to the Council on behalf of a large number of Mentone residents present. Mr. Caldwell pointed out the considerable historic value of the Zanja which has been a continuously open flowing stream of water for 147 years and urged the Council adopt a resolution in support of saving the stream and preventing diversion of any part of the water. Mayor Elkins and the Council assured those present that all possible consideration would be given this matter. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held May 31, 1955 the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council : 1. That the request of Madison Finlay for permission to split residence from grove, property located on the southeast corner of Fountain Avenue and South Avenue, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, with Council- man Anderson not voting, these recommendations were approved with the following excep- tions : Engineering Department Recommendations : 1. Install curb and gutter on Fountain Avenue 171 from center line . 2. Install curb and gutter on South Avenue 161 from center line and extend pavement to gutter. 3. Standard grading in street area from back of curb to street center. Behind curb grade back on slope not to exceed 1 :1 on Fountain Avenue. Park Department ;Recommendations : Delete entirely.. 2. That the request of Sierra Homes, Inc. for permission to split Lots 24 & 25 from Tract 4510 to build two (2) model homes, lots located on the southwest corner of Franklin and Hilton Avenues, be approved with provisions as forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the Tentative Map of Tract 4942, located north side of East Sunset Drive North, Allied Land Company, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. 3. That the request of Guido G. Carnessale for permission to split property located on the northwest corner of Mariposa Drive and gtlubhbuse Drive be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the above recommendations of the Planning - Commission were approved. 4. That the request of Mr. Leonard Chetkin for permission to split se property located east of 1424 Pacific Street into 2 lots be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning t!s Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was an approved on notion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. we 5. That the request of Mr. R.C. Haby for permission to realign property line, property located on the south side of Kincaid Street, be approved with the provisions . I as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. At the request of Mr. Jack Brewster and Mr. Haby, this request was tabled by the Council. 6. That Tentative Map of Tract 4366, north side of Sunset Drive between Serpen- tine and Crown, Eldon L. Knudson, owner, be approved with the provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This request was tabled by the City Council for two weeks. 7. That the request of Mr. Howard W. Hayes for permission to split Lots 9 & 10 to provide two lots facingSan Jacinto Street ,, property located on the northeast corner of Walnut Avenue and San Jacinto Street, be approved with provisions as set forth in ,l lil the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning 8ommission was approved s; '. with t he following exception: Item 2 of the Engineering Department Recommendations shall read: Install standard driveway approach to serve 925 San Jacinto Avenue. 0 !I 8. That the request of H. P. Vogt for permission to split 2 lots from grove , ,r property located on west side of Bellevue Avenue between Laurel and Olive Avenues, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman nnderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 9. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4940, Brookside Avenue, L.P. Scherer, owner, 1, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. 10. That Tentative Map of Tract 4731, south side of Lugonia Avenue west of Church ;l Street, Mel Investment Company, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 11. That Tentative Map of Tract 4914, located on nobth side of San Bernardino Avenue west of Church Street , L. P. Scherer, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. 12. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4915, located on northwest corner of San Bernardino Avenue,and Church Street, L.P. Scherer, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the above recommendation was approved. 13. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4191, located on east side of Grove Street between Colton and Terrace, owner, L.P. Scherer, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation was approved on II motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. it 14. A schedule of filing and checking fees was presented by the Planning Director and the Planning Commission and approval of the fees and amendments to the it various Laity ordinances affected was recommended. The Council expressed approval of thel AA I . schedule as presented and instructed the necessary amendments to the various ordinances affected be drawn up. RESOLUTION NO. 787 A resolution of the City of Redlands changing the name of t hat certain street east of Grove Street between E. Colton Avenue and Sylvan Blvd from Terrace Street to Still- man Avenue, introduced by Councilman Romo and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Morlan COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the League of California Cities, last legislative bulletin for the 1955 session. From the Public Utilities Commission, notice of application by the Metropolitan Coach Lines for. authority to adjust rates. From the Fortnightly Club, copy of resolution favoring the San Timeteo Canyon route for the proposed freeway. From the Department of Commerce, official report of the population of the City of Redlands as returned by the special census, 21,266. • From the Division of Highways copy of the final apportionment of the gas tax allo- cation for the fiscal year 1954-55. From Mr. Robert A. Aitken, communication urging the Meterans Service be retained in theCity of Redlands. • From Mr. K.K. Bradbury, Redlands Sanitary Laundry, a letter suggesting the Council give thought to increasing outside lecense fees to equal those charged by San Bernardino. In connection with this communication City Treasurer Woltman sent the Council for study a Business Analysis Statement , showing comparative Laundry Business License fees in surrounding cities and towns. Council to give consideration. From the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, notice of application by the Bungalow Grocery, 123 E. Colton Avenue, for 'Off-Sale, Wine and Beer' . UNFINISHED BUSINESS Lease agreement between the City of Redlands and the Rush Construction Company for that certain real property described as follows : The north 18.5 acres of the SW 4 of the NE 4 of 'ection 15, T 1 S, R 3 W, San Bernardino Base and Meridian, also all of the SE a of the NE a of the aforesaid Section 15, containing 40 acres , more or less. Presented and accepted by the Council. The application for this lease had been approved at the May 17th meeting of the Council. ORDINANCE NO. 991, an ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting the Redlands Ordi- nance Code, presented, read for the second time, and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Morlan. 10 0 6) 00 ¶. NEW BUSINESS Resolution No. 785, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands fix- lI IIing the time and place. of regular meetings of the Council, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson adn Mayor Elkins NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Morlan Transfer of water contracts with 'Option BV from William and Janice Brown to Leo and Nadeen Beckord were approved and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to execute on be- half of the City on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. RESOLUTION No. 786, a resolution of the City of Redlands authorizing the filing of a Plans Application under Chapter 47, Stat. 1944, and designating Dred H. Workman as authorized agent fort he City of Redlands, presented a nd adopted byt he following roll-call vote: C7 AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Morlan. C Mrs. Ruth Davis addressed the Council requesting permission to sublet a portion of City owned property on Hwy 99 west of Texas Street . This parcel is a part of the old Wayside Gardens lease held by Mrs. Davis, who at this time asks permission to sub- lease for a taco-bar. The east half of this property, northwest corner of Texas and Hwy 99, is presently leased by Mrs. Davis to Scott ' s Drive-in Restaurant. Mr. Scott was present to protest the subletting of this adjoining site to any business selling food. The Council advised Mrs. Davis to arrive at some compromise with her present tenant and bring the petition back to the Council at a later meeting. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to obtain the necessary specifications and proceed with steps 11 to obtain bids for an annual audit. A request fromthe Redlands Public Schools for cancellation of 1955-56 taxes on portions of Lots 19. 20. 21, 22, 23 and 24, Chicago Co;ony Reservation, land having been acquired for school purposes, was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, secon-? ded. by Councilman Romo, and carried. Mr. Phil Lukei submitted an offer to the City of 11 shares of Redlands Heights Water stock with certain conditions a part of the offer. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, the City Manager was authorized to offer $100.00 per share with no conditions attached. Mayor Alkins requested approval of the appointment of Mr. Fred Reams tot he Park Committee. Council voiced approval of this appointment. REPORTS Reports of the Fire Department, Police Department, City Treasurer and Cemetery Department for the month of May, presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjournei OR- Attest : Harry R. Whaley, ity Clerk May. of the City of Redlands, 394 ----- Redlands, California June 20, 1955 7 :00 o' clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place , of meeting. Present ; Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Romo The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Leonard Vermeer, Protestant Reformed Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS City Clerk Whaley was directed, on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, to call for bids for a Limited General Audit for the City of Redlands. Motion carried unanimously. Councilman Homo entered the Council Chambers at 7 :20 P.M. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Harry Johnson, owner-operator of the Redlands City Transit Bus service, re- quested permission to cease operation for a thirty day peried, 6/25/55 to 8/1/55, in ' order to repair and overhaul equipment. Approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Mr. Frank Braga, 1504 West Park Avenue, again addressed the Council with a petition the City consider paving this corner of West Park Avenue and Tennessee Street from the present paving to the curb and gutter which he has installed. Mr. Braga stated that the heavy trucks which use Park Avenue raise heavy clouds of dust when travelling on this unpaved shoulder. Mr. Art Wassenaar supported Mr. Braga. The City Engineer informed the Council that. in his opinion the street would not qualify as a major city street and therefor not eligible for gas tax money. The Council suggested a traffic count be made on this corner, that any hazardous broken paving be repaired and- that some relief be given the residents from the run-off water from the V.P. Hunt Transportation Company. Engineer Johnson to report to Council later. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held June 4th, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Mr. Hans W. Warjone for permission to split property lo- cated at south end of Dwight Street be approved with provisions set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That Tentative Map of Tract 4002, located on the northeast corner of Lincoln Street and Citrus Avenue, L. P. Scherer, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by -41146::1 p Councilman Osbun, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved with the provision that there be no driveway access on Citrus Avenue . FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Final Subdivision Maps of Tracts Nos. 4787, Brookside Terrace Unit 2 and 4582, Brockton Homes, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. ORDINANCE NO. 992 An ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Zoning Ordinance by amending subsection ( c) of Section 14, Fees for filing and checking by the Planning Department, introduced by Councilman Anderson, read and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 993 An ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Subdivision Ordinance by amend- ing Paragraph 3, subsection (b) of Section 3, Fees for filing and checking by the 'gip Planning Department, introduced by Councilman Romo, Bead and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 994 C An ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Zoning Ordinance No. 875 by adding new sections thereto, C=1 Neighborhood Shopping Center Fistrict Regulations . and C-2 Neighborhood Shopping Center District Regulations, introduced by Councilman i1 Romo, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. CONTRACT RENEWALS it An Agreement between the City of Redlands and the County of San Bernardino for the enforcement by the County in the City of Redlands of all ordinances relating to public health and Sanitation for the year July 1955 to June 30, 1956, approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson. An Agreement between the City of Redlands and the County of San Bernardino for enforcement by the County in the City of ordinances for the purpose of control of it orchard heaters and other devices used for frost protection, approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. COMMUNICATIONS ,I The following communications were presented and read: From the Housing Authority of the County of an Bernardino, payment in-lieu of taxes on Lugonia Homes and Brockton-Texas Housing, in the amount of $961.59, for the year ending September 30, 1954, From Mrs. M. Costello, 118 West Fern Avenue , complaint about a vicious dog in that ! block. Referred to Poundmaster. From Redlands Junior High School, note of appreciation for use of Auditorium for 9th Grade party. From Redlands Christian School, expression of appreciation for information pro- vided it by the office of the City Clerk. From the Mentone Chamber of Commerce, copy of a letter sent to the Board of Super- visors protesting the diversion of any of the free flowing water of the Zanja. From the P.U.C . , amendment to application of Metropolitan Coach Lines for author- ity to adjust rates . LAA I cl UNFINISHED BUSINESS Resolution No. 789, a resolution of the City of Redlands establishing the Domestic , Industrial, Commercial and Irrigation Water Rates for said City of Redlands to be in effect after the first day of August , 1955, presented and adopted by t he following roll- call vote : AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. . NAYS : None ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS Resolution No. 788, Application for allotment under Chapter 20, Statute 1946, state aid for construction of public works projects and authorizing City Manager Workman to act as agent for the City of Redlands, presented and adopted bythe following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, `Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAYS : None ABSENT : None The Police Department had requested the Council state a policy as to the holidays to be observed in the enforcement of the Parking Meter Ordinance. The Council felt that it was necessary to observe only such days kept as hmlidays by retail business concerns . Manager Workman directed to bring in a recommended schedule. Councilman Anderson reported that he had received reports *complaints) of garbage burning. Manager Workman informed the Council that the City has an ordinance prohibit- ing this type of burning and was directed to proceed withthe enforcement of the ordinance. The matter of indebtedness of the Water Department to the Cemetery Endowment Fund int he amount of 044,750.00, with interest at %5 was discussed at this time. It was moved by Councilman Osbun, seconded b.y Councilman Morlan, that the interest rate on this indebtedness be reduced to 320 and that a minimum yearly payment of $5,000.00 be made on the principal. Motion carried unanimously. At this time Councilman Anderson was excused from the meeting. " discussion was held relative to the possibility of making a change in the rabies vaccination program which is at present carried on at the police station. Manager Workman was instructed to bring in an ordinance increasing license fees for dogs, which would permit the hiring of an assistant to the Poundmaster for a 90 day period in which time the leash law would would be strictly enforced. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, the appointment of Mr. Jay Mercer, Jr. , as Assistant City Manager and Chief Accountant was approved. REPORTS The report of the Building Inspection Department for the month of May, 1955, was presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to July 5th, 1955. ATTEST: HA R. Whale City Clerk Mayor of, he City of Redlands 397 Redlands, Odlifornia July 5, 1955 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. PRESENT: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins , City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened witht he pledge of allegiance , followed by the invocation by Reverend J. Wendell Beck, First gresbyterian Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. The Mayor announced that the Council was now sitting as a Board of Equalization li and were ready to hear any protests relative to property assessments. No protests S'�)) being forthcoming, Mayor Elkins announced that the meeting as a Board of Equalization b l was closed and the regular meeting open for business. C I ORAL PETITIONS A group of residents from the vicinity of West Park Avenue and Tennessee Street were again present to petition for some relief from the dust problem created by trucks travelling on the unpaved shoulders of Park Avenue. Engineer Johnson informed the Council that a traffic check indicated that this corner would not qualify for improve,- II ment with gas tax money. Manager Workman informed the Council that the matter of of the waste water problem was being corrected. The City Engineer stated that he had contacted II theCounty requesting help in the installation of a cross gutter on Tennessee Street. Mr. Frank Braga, Mr. Robert Sherman and Mr. Art Wassenaar each addressed the Council. Engineer Johnson pointed out that, much as the City would like to pave the shoulder from the existing pavingctbhthe curb, funds were not available for this work. Council suggested that the City grade out the rocks and prepare the surface for oiling and that the property owners pay for the oiling of the unimproved part of this corner. iI Tentative Map. of Tract 4731 was brought back to the Council by Mr. Harms for the Mel Investment Company. This map had been approved by the Council at the meeting of June 7th, 1955 with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. ii Mr. Harms informed the Council that the requirement of Item 6, Engineering Department recommendations , for paving 28 feet in Brockton Avenue would necissitate the acquisition of 8 feet from the adjoining property. This the developer had been unable to purchase, ,'I therefore requested Council change this provision to read "Pave 20 feet in Brockton Avenue" . On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this request was approved *ith the provision that the curb be painted red with 'No Parking' signs on one side of the street. Mr. Leonard Harder brought the Council an itemized claim for cleaning bills incur- red after his home at 225 Norwood was flooded by a stoppage in the City main located in,li Norwood Street. This claim is in the amount of $75.61, $25. 61 in cleaning bills and $50.00 for the deductible amount of the claim paid under the extended coverage of his i Fr 398 Fire insurance. No action on this until the City Attorney can investigate with the City' s insurance carrier. Report at the July 18th meeting. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held June 28, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council: a) That a zoning variance be granted for the use permit of the east one-half of the block within the following boundaries : Colton Avenue, Orange Street, Alta Street and SunsAvenue, for the construction of a super market. Request made by Charles 0. Bierpoint , University of Redlands. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. The City Engineer was directed to proceed with the necessary steps to close an alley south of Sun Avenue on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. b) That Tentative Map of Tract 4353, Fern Avenue east of San Mateo Street , owner, Redlands Company, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried unanimously. c) That a use permit be granted for the Junior Chamber of Commerce to use an existing building at the northeast corner of Church and Pennsylvania Avenue for a club house, wihhr.pravisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recom- mendation of the Planning Commission was unanimously approved. d) That the request of Joseph Polack for permission to make two lots out of three , property located on Prospect Street , be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Council- man Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was unanimously approved. e) On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the time for a Public Hearing on the new Zoning Ordinance was set for Monday, July 25th, 1955, at 7 :30 P.M. At the meeting of June 7th Mr. R.C . Haby had requested permission to re-align property line on property located on South side of Kincaid Street, east of 1306 Kincaid Street . This request Was tabled at that time, Planning Director Conner at this time tequested Council waive the original requirement that a Record of Survey Map be provided. This requirement was then waived on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and the re-alignment was approved. Tentative Map of Tract 4366, Eldon Knudsen, was brought to the Council after being tabled by the Council June 7, 1955. Mr. Knudsen was present to protest some of the requirements of the Planning Commission recommendations. After condiderable discussiaf on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this ten- tative map was approved as recommended with the exception that the City will do the required grading on Sunset )rive east of Serpentine Street intersection, repair inter- section at Crown and Serpentine, and lower the water lines. 399 Mayor Elkins had requested a report from the Planning Commission on the recent citizens opinion poll on location of the proposed freeway. Planning Director Conner informed the Council that no resolution of recommendation had been adopted by the Planning Commission Uommission to date. Council requested a report be brought in from the Commission that "if and when the State locates a freeway through the City a designated freeway route be recommended, subjeet to change in conditions" etc. This request was made on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Yucaipa Valley Garden Club, copy of motion adopted in favor of saving the Zanja. From the Yucaipa Horticultural Society, syating that their society did not inter9 Cr fere with what happens in other areas, and that they considered the Zanja outside their jurisdiction. 1 From the accounting firm of Lybrand, Ross Brothers and Montgomery, letter de- clining to bid on limited general audit for the City of Redlands. From Hugo F. Vavrinek, letter declining to bid on limited general audit for the City of Redlands. 1 I i From the League of California Cities, notice of annual conference to be he in San Francisco September 18-21, 1955. From the State Controller, Apportionment of Motor Vehicle License Fee Funds December 1, 1954 through May 31, 1955. UNFINISHED BUSINESS At the last meeting of the Council a letter purporting to have been written by Mrs. M. Costello, 118 West Fern Avenue , complaining about a vicious dog in that block was read. Upon investigation by the Police Department , Mrs. Costello informed the investigators that she had no complaint about the dog and had not written the letter. ORDINANCES Ordinance No. 922 , an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Zoning Ordi- nance, fees for filing and checking by the Planning Department, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. Nays. None Absent : None Ordinance No. 923, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Subdivision Ordinance, filing and checking fees for tentative and final maps, lots splits, records of survey, etc, read for the second time and adopted bythe following roll-call vote : Ayes : Councilmen Osbun, Morlgh, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. Nays : None Absent : None Ordinance No. 994, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Zoning Ordi- nance by adding new sections thereto, C-1 Neighborhood Store District and C-2 Neighbor- / hood Shopping Center District , presented, read for the second time and adopted J I 400 with the provision that Paragraph 4, Sub-paragraph B, Page 7, be amended to read "exclusive of the Central Business District", by the following roll call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAYS : None ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS From the Southern California Edison Company, a request for a Grant of Easement for poles and necessary appurtenances to serve Tract 4537, Lugonia Avenue west of the Texonia Housing project , was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, with the provision that no damage be done to existing water lines. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the budget in the amount of $807,509.00 for the City of Redlands for the fiscal year 1955-56 was adopted. Ordinance No 995, an ordinance of the City of Redlands ixing the rate and levying the property tax for the fiscal year 1955-1956, introduced, read in detail and laid over under the rules. Ordinance No. 996, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance 856, relative to the control of dogs, presented by Councilman Romo, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. BIDS On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the ' City Clerk was authroized to call for bids for 3 pick-up trucks and an air-compressor for the water department, bids called for July 18, 1955. Certificate of insurance from the Massachusetts Bonding Company covering the Fifth Avenue Swimming Club, presented and accepted. Surety Bond of the Peerless Casuality Company, faithful performance blanket bond covering all employees, presented and accepted. Councilman Morlan brought up the question as to the desirability of permitting the Sylvan Park facilities to be used by large outside groups. Manager Workman stated that the total park facilities are no longer held in reservation for any one group. The Manager was requested to work out a survey of cost of having large groups, and perhapd to work out a schedule of charges with the Park Superintendent. Mayor Elkins presented a communication relative to an expressway out of the City of Los Angeles to facilitate evacuation in case of a disaster. No action. REPORTS The reports of the Fire Department, Police Department and City Treasurer for the month of June, 1955, presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by t he Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. E�/IdQIIR ATTEST: HabileftcWhaIey City Clerk /`Y r .M�2✓7 Mayor of( e City of Redlands Lt 401 Redlands, California July 18, 1955 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins ; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation 1 �I by Reverend John H. Muller, Bethany Reformed Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on three pick-up trucks for the water department, the following bids were publicly opened and declared : n From: Loge and Yount Ford Redlands Lange and Runkel Chevrolet Redlands C Wilson Equip. Co. International Redlands On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, these bids were referred to the Water Superintendent and Purchasing Department for immediate study and recommendation. Later in the meeting their recommendation was that the bid of the III Wilson Equipment Company, in the amount of $4,795.00, being the lowest and best for the City, be accepted. Approval was given on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Morlan, and carried. Bids had also been called for this date on an air compressor for the water depart- ment and at this time the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Schramm, Inc. Schramm Compressor Essick Mfg. Co. Chicago Wilson Equipment Co. Schramm H. P. Kingsley Co. Worthington " Crook Co. LeRoi " Blystone Equip. Co. Ingersoll-Rand " Johnson Tractor Co. Gardner " Warnock-Bancroft Joy Brown-Bevis Co. Ingersoll-Rand " Smith-Booth-Usher Co. Jaeger " l Larson Equip. Co. Schramm By unanimous consent of the Council, these bids were referred to the Manager and Water Superintendent for study with recommendations to be brought in at the meeting of August 1, 1955. A call for bids for a limited general audit for the City of Redlands had also been call for this date. Clerk Whaley informed the Council that the City had received several communications from accounting firms declining to bid for this type of work on a competetive basis. , but that no bids had been received. By unanimous approval the Council authorized the Clerk, Treasurer and City Manager to bring in some recommendation relative to having this audit made on a rate or per diem basis. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Leonard Harder was again present to press his claim against the City In the amount of $75.61, this sum being $25.61 for cleaning bills and the $50.00 deductible amount not covered by his insurance. This claim is the result of damage to his dwelling E Fr 4 2 at 225 Norwood Street caused by stoppage in the sewer line in Norwood Street. Upon recommendation by the City Attorney that the claim be allowed, it was so moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried. ' Mr. William Thornquest addressed the Council at this time with a query as to when the claimants for damages to grove property crossed by I. Metkovich in the laying of the second phase of the new sewer line in north Redlands could expect settlement. Three claims are pending in this matter. Attorney Wilson stated that the amount of $5,000.00 is being held out of the final payment to Mr. Metkovich for this settlement and that if is not paid by the contractor' s bonding company by September 1, 1955, settlement will be made by the City. With the exception of the $5,000.00 being with-held, the final pay- ment to I. Metkovich in the amount of $9,831.70 was approved. It was then moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, that time for settlement with the damage claimants be fixed as of September 1, 1955. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held July 12, 1955, the following becommendations were submitted to the City Council : a. That the request of Mr. Patrick Loughlin for permission to move a dwelling from 824 Stillman Avenue to 821 Stillman Avenue be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Loughlin addressed the Council, objecting ,to Items 3 and 5, Building Inspection Department recommendations ; that a new roof be placed on the building and that outside of the house be painted. After discussion, Mr. Loughlin agreed to post a bond to cover these requirements , subject to adjustment with the Building Inspection Department. It was then moved by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, that the above recommendations of the Planning Commission be approved. b. That the request of Mr. M.K. Feenstra for permission to convert 4 lots into 3 lots, property located on west side of Norwood Street, south of Fern Avenue, be appro- ved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved with the provision that Ordinance 988, water stock, would not apply in this case. c. That the request of Mr. Rufus S. Gaugh for permission to readjust lot lines on property located at 1518 West Crescent Avenue be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman: Anderson, and carried, this recommendation was approved. It was then moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, to re- commend final approval of this request to the the Planning Commission. d. That the request of the Redlands Public Schools for permission to locate a Junior High School on the north side of Pennsylvania Avenue, east and north of the new Lugonia School site, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 4:0 3 FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Final Subdivision Maps for Tract 4678, Palm Fields, and on Tract 4837, Monterey Manor, presented for final approval, which was given on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Redlands Community Redevelopment Agency, letter of official resignation of the five members who served on the committee; Mrs. Ruth Cranmer, Mr. D.N. McLeod, Mr. Delbert Fowler, Mr. Ted Fletcher, and the Chairman, Dr. Sidney Milbank. Resignations accepted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, with special expression of appreciation for services rendered. From the Library Board, expression of appreciation to the Council for approving their budget and setting their tax rate at .29¢ for the coming year. G7 rdFrom the United States Department of Commerce , official notification of the Special Census count , 21,266, for the City of Redlands as of April 20, 1955. C UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No. 995, an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate and levy- ing I� the property tax (1.70) for the fiscal year 1955-1956, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll call vote : AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, Mayor Elkins NAY: None ABSENT: None Ordinance No. 996, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance 864, control of dogs , was presented for the second reading at this time. Numerous citizens II were present to protest the adoption of this amending ordinance, and the following residents addressed the Council in protest to its adoption: Mr. Paul Nunes Mrs. Stuart Hotchkiss Mr. John Manning Mrs. Bertha Goodrich Mrs. John Forbes Mr. Howard Richards Mrs. Stuart Power Mr. John Forbes Mr. Joe Honus Mrs. Clifford Jewell Mr. Thomas Goodman Mrs. E.M. Brose Mr. S.A. Miller spoke for the adoption of the ordinance. One petition with 120 signatures against the ordinance was presented, as well as several communication both for and against. After much discussion, CouncilmanOsbun moved that the ordinance be referred back to the City Manager, City Attorney and Police Chief for further study, 1 !I with particular detail to the letter of the law and its enforcement. Seconded by Councilman Morlan and carried. Councilman Anderson suggested that Manager Workman invite written opinions both pro and con in order to obtain a cross-section of opinion. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman informed the Council that he had been approached by an advertising concern relative to placing rest benches at bus stops, in an advertising promotion. The Council did not approve this request. Resolution No. 790, a resolution of the City of Redlands proposing to amend the system of street of major importance within the City of Redlands, presented and II adopted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. 1 Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to take his vaction from 404 approximately August 4th to August 21, 1955, with permission to leave the state. Mr. Workman brought the Council a request from Mr. J.R. Bruckhart, Jr. , for water service to the west side of Terracina Blvd. between Olive Avenue and Brookside Avenue, outside the city limits. In exchange for this service Mr. Bruckhart offers the City two shares of West Redlands water stock. Quote from recommendations of the Water Superin- tendent ; "The City of Redlands attorneys (re ' water) recommend extending service to outside locations if the City gains an appreciable amount of desirable water and if the service is in a location in which we have adequate mains for such connection. " Councilman Anderson emphasized that it was the intent of the Council to consider each such request on its own merits and that the approval of this request was not to estab- lish a precedent . With these provisions, it was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun and carried, that Mr. Bruckharts request for water service be granted. Manager Workman reported that the American Legion Community Service Committee was seeking a project for the coming year. Manager Workman was directed to give some study to this. Mr. Workman brought the Council a suggestion from Chief of Police Brown that some additional parking meters be installed in various locations, that additional loading zones be created in the business district, as well as more cab zones. The Council in- dicated that further study on this recommendation was desired. Mayor Elkins again requested the Council to adopt a resolution similar to one ad- opted by the County of Riverside supporting the construction of a Los Angeles Expressway. Such a resolution was ordered on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Rom, and carried. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: Annual Report of the Library and of the Cemetery Department for 1954-1955 The Cemetery Department and Building Inspection Department for June, 1955 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting July 25, 1955, at 7 :30 P.M. ATTEST: Harry R. W�hale City Clerk y}/�� ///n�{///L� Mayo f th�CCity of Redlands , Calif. 1 405 Redlands, California July 25, 1955 7 :30 o'clock P.M.Z An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Manager Workman, �'� III Assistant City Manager Mercer, Attorney Wilson, and City Clerk Whaley. Absent : Councilman Morlan. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having Ij1 previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. Mayor Elkins announced that the Public Hearing on the proposed Zoning Ordinance was now in session and the Council was ready to hear any protests against said ordinance. Cr) Clerk Whaley read a Resolution by the Redlands Planning Commission adopting the new zoning ordinance following which Mr. Eisner, Planning Consultant , addressed the Council explaining the different zones and land uses proposed in the new ordinance. Communications were read from Mr. Philip B. Lukei and the Chamber of Commerce. The Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce registered a protest against the provisions of the ordinance setting up a forty foot maximum setback in all residential and agricultural areas. Mr. C.O. Pierpoint of the University of Redlands also pro- tested this provision. Mr. Earl Witmer, Mr. M. K. Feenstra and others pnd others protested the provisions of the ordinance setting up the required off-street parking for new or altered buildings in the commercial area. Councilman Anderson questioned the provision of the ordinance which permitted churches in agricultural zones. After considerable discussion a motion was made by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried that the ordinance be referred back to the Planning Commission for approval of certain changes suggested by the Council. Mayor Elkins announced that the Public Hearing was now closed. No further business' demanding ,attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk 'Ia.--; - ' Mayor/of the City of Redlands J -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-o-o- Redlands, California August 1, 1955 ' 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen, Osbun, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins ; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent : Councilman Morlan The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance , followed by the invocation AA 406 by Reverend. Father William Casey, Sacred Heart Catholic Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS Clerk Whaley reported that two communications had been received relative to rates or cost of a limited general audit for the City of Redlands, one from Robert H. Sherrod, C. P.A. , Redlands, and one from Mayor McQuatters, City of Ontario. Mayor McQuatters recommended the work of Mr. Hugo F. Vavrinek, the C. P.A. who audits the books .of the City of Ontario. Clerk Whaley informed the Council that he was expecting at least one more committment , from Mr. Logan Cotton, Redondo Beach. No action by Council at this time. As this was the time set by the Council for awarding the bid on an air compressor for the water department , it was the recommendation of the City Manager and Water Superintendent that the bid of Smith-Booth-Usher Company on a Jaeger Compressor and tools, being best suited to the needs of the City, be accepted. Approval was given on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS On July 20, 1955, the Planning Commission held an adjourned meeting for discussion of the site of the proposed south side Junior High School. It was the recommendation of the Planning Commission that certain additions be made the original site plan, to include 4 residences on West Fern Avenue and 1 residence on West Cypress Avenue, a total site area of approximately 30 acres. Mr. Beverly Perry spoke to the Council on behalf of Mr. K.N. Matthews, 1049 West Fern Avenue, who is asking that a corner lot be excluded from the site, and permission to move the residence from 1049 W. Fern to that corner. For complete recommendations and provisions see minutes of Planning Commission. The Council discussed this item in considerable detail and then instructed the City Manager to get clarification from the School Board as to the intent of the Board relative to this corner lot. This item, along with Mr. Matthew' s request for a house-moving permit , was then deferred for two weeks. At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held July 26, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted tot he City Council:, a) That the request of Mr. K.N. Matthews for a house-moving permit to move a dwelling from present interior location on 10 acre grove to a lot 70' x 130' on W. Bern Avenue at' t he northwest corner of the property be denied. By unanimous consent of the Council this request was tabled Until the next meeting. b) That the request of Mr. Theo R. Snyder for permit to move a two-story duplex from 129-131 Fourth Street to 942 East Ventral Avenue be approved. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. c) That the request of the Rushy Glen Motel & Dining Room, Charles Ferbert, owner, for permission to construct a 17 unit motel and dining room with 100 persons seating _ ", 407 7 capacity on property located northwesterly of Hwy 99 and on the westerly side of Marshall Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Eoinoi' , seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. it Councilman Osbun left the Council: Chambers at 8 :00 o ' clock P. M. d) That the request of Mr. Orland Fowler for q permission to split a lot from prop- erty located on north side of Brookside Avenue west of Center Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this request was approved as submitted with provisions as set forth inthe minutes of the Planning Commission with the exception of Item 2, Engineering Department Recommendations , to be worked out by Mr. Fowler and Engineer Johnson in a manner satisfactory to Mr. Fowler and that meets the requirements of the Engineering Department . / e) Planning Commission Resolution R.P.C. 107, Resolution for adoption of jf Amendment No. 1 to the Master Plan of the City of Redlands (proposed Freeway alignments) was brought to the Council at this time. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this recommendation was tabled until a full Council was present. f) The New Zoning Ordinance No. 997 was introduced by Councilman Romo at this ✓ time, read in detail and laid over under the rules. Mr. Sid Conner, Planning Director, presented two lots splits for final approval, one from the Redlands Christian School and one from M.K. Feenstra. These lot splits were approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. A Grant Deed to the City of Redlands from the RedlandslChristian School for 11 feed of land south of the northeast corner of Church and Lugonia, for street purposes , presented and accepted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins NAYS: None ABSENT : Councilmen Morlan and Osbun. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Truman Browne Enterprises, Tract No. 4327, brought before the Council a request for a variance to the setback code for four houses in the tract , located on Sylvan Blvd. east of Judson Street. Through an error in setback lines not corrected on the tentative!il map, these houses are set too close to the street. On motion of Councilman Romo , �I seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this request was referred back to the Planning Commission for recommendation. . ,%. Q0 ° Ps 015'6 From the College of Medical Evangelists, Loma Linda, an application for the use of the Redlands Bowl for their annual graduation exercises on June 3, 1956, approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. From the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses , notice of an application for an ' On-Sale Beer ' License by Roy G. Haskins, 1955 Wabash Avenue . COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read : \\AM 408 From Mr. Frederick E. Lucas, Redlands Public Schools, letter commending the fair and orderly administration of the City' s government as conducted through the City Council and Planning Commission. ' i From the office of Governor Knight , thanking the Mayor for his wire in support of Senate Bill 1971. From Rex W. Cranmer, representing Mr. L. G. Buchl, 50 Oak Street, Redlands, relative to the provisions set up for approving a lot split for Mr. Buchl. From Mrs. Margaret Costello, a card mailed from British Columbia where she has been since May 10, in denial of the letter supposedly signed by her in a dog complaint cafe. NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman reported on considerable correspondence with the Public Utilities Commission and the Railroad Commission relative to the railroad crossing on Sylvan Blvd. east of Lincoln Street. The Southern Pacific Railroad and the Santa Fe Railroad have in- formed the City that unless these two 60' rights-of-way are paved with a 20' raodway it will be necessary to close the crossing. It is the desire of the City that this crossing be kept open. It was then moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, that the necessary work be done to comply with the requirements of the Commissions , at a cost estimated by the City Engineer of approximately $500.00/ REPORTS The report of the Building Inspection Department for the fiscal year 1954-1955 ' presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Ltre_ctsta ATTEST: Harry R. Whale City Clerk t $ / �i e Mayoar of the City of Redlands 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California August 15, 1955 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Whale, City Attorney Wilson, Asst. City Manager Mercer and Deputy Clerk Montgomery. Absent: Councilman Morlan The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance. A motion was regularly made, seconded and carried that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, the reading thereof be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS A bid from Cotton & Francisco, Public Accountants, in the amount of $800.00 for auditing the accounts and records of the City of Redlands for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1955 was acce.ted on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, subject to approval by the finance Comm- ittee. _, 409 k ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Gene Malone, Chairman of the Parking Committee of the Redlands Champer of Commerce, presented the following requests toward the development of Parking District Number One in the City of Redlands, •for approval. 1. That 100% of all parking revenues developed within the district be allocated to the Parking Jr co sCA. SESsn^n"-*5 District Number One for the retirement of bondsiand future expansion of facilities, and that the City establish collection procedures which will provide for separate accounting of these funds. Sicsc. s. kc That 50% of these revenues be used for bond retirementAand 50% for future parking facilities expansion. 3. That the bonds within the District be twenty year bonds. • -4. That there be requested 89% of the present parking meter funds for the establishment of this district. 5. That the City financially assist this program in the amount of $40,000 , in addition to the above mentioned funds. i a 6. That the Chamber of Commerce Parking Committee be repayed for actual cash expenditures incurred , in an amount not to exceed $750.00 ct 7. That the zoning ordinances be amended to waive any off-street parking requirements for prbpe- - tie?, participating within the assessment district. For those properties outside the assessment district; a means of depositing "in lieu" monies to be impounded for off-street parking expansion. 8. Not less than two of the three Parking District Commissioners be property owners within the district or their representatives. 9. That the portion of Cajon Street between Orange and Citrus be closed in order that this section may be utilized as a part of a proposed parking lot. After considerable discussion and questions a motion was made by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, that requests "One to Eight" be approved but that request number"NINE" be held in abeyance for future study. Motion carried unanimously. At this time Mr. Walter Vaughn announced that the Redlands Prep Baseball Teak, which had been sent'' • East to participate in the World Series Elimination Contest, had been defeated in the finals. Councilman Romo requested that the Council go on record co gratulating the team members, coaches and all others who made the trip possible, for the fine showing made by the Redlands team. The Council so ordered. 1 Mr. Sidney Tanner, owner of the Olive Avenue Food Market, addredsed the Council protesting the elimin- ation of angle parking on Olive Avenue in front of his place of business. The Council assured Mr. Tanner' the matter would be investigated and Assistant Manager Mercer was instructed to check with Police Chief ! Brown regarding this. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS • Assistant Manager Mercer reported that Mr. Theo. R. Snyder has discovered it will be impossible to move ! a house from 129 Fourth Street along the route approved by the Planning Commission, a part of said route'being along Fourth Street, as the house is too wide for this street. Therefore Mr Snyder requests i permission to move the house across the city Earking_lot to Cajon StreeS, thence south on Cajon Street • to Olive Avenue and then along the route formerly approved. This request was granted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. The matter of approving, a lot split for Mr. K. N. Mathews on West Fern Avenue, was aginn brought up and after considerable discussion the lot split was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, subject to the provisions compiled by the plann±ug3 director with the exception of the ! • Frtiet 4Ili 6 foot masonary wall on two sides of the proposed lot. This item was deleted. Mr. Mathews now requested a house moving permit to enable him to move his house onto the above granted lot. This request was granted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented, read and ordered filed. mil From the California HigZhway Commission acknowledging the receipt of a certified copy of Resolution. No. 791 passed by the Council on July 18, 1955. From the Redlands Camera Club thanking the Council for their cooperation in the Seventh Annual l Photo Fiesta. From the Division of Highways attaching a tabulation showing the apportionment of the July 1955, quarterly payment of the gas tax allocation for expenditures on major city streets for the cities in this district. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 1000 - An ordinance of the City of Redlands establishing Land Use Zoning Districts was presented for the second time and adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Morlan Assistant Manager Mercer presented a suggested price list dovering the sale of copies of the Zoning Ordinance, certain sections thereof and maps pertaining thereto. A motion was made by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson that the Manager's Office be authorized to handle the sale of the above items without establishing a fixed price, as conditions might warrant changes in the proposed price list. NEW BUSINESS A memorandum of agreement covering the proposed expenditure of the gas tax allocation to the City of Redlands for major city streets during the fiscal year ending June 30, 1955, was presented. A commun- ication from the metehiAte,alliiision of the Chamber of Commerce objecting to a provision of the agreement whereby the parking on State Street between fourth and seventh streets would be changed from angle park- ing to parallel parking was presented and read by John Cenkner, who also lodged a protest in behalf of Harris Company. These protestants requested the Council to dealy action on that portion of the agreement. After some discussion and with the assurance that the surfacing of State Street would be delayed indefinately, a resolution No. 792 adopting the budget and approving the memorandum of agreement was passed on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilmen Romo. A water contract with option "B"' between bhe City of Redlands and Bennett R. Curtis and Jean Craig Curtis was approved and the Mayor & Clerk authorized to sign same, on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Assistant Manager Mercer presented the matter of the City employees, with the exception of policemen and firemen, being given the opportunity to vote on intergrating their present retirement system with the federal O.A.S.I. After some discussion a motion was regularly made, seconded and carried that the State employees Retirement Board be requested to prepare and supervise a referendum for the employees of the City of Redlands REPORTS The reports of the Cemetery, Building Department, Police department, Pound Master and the City Treasurer fart he month of July l955,, were presented and ordered filed. orderer! pa_(1 as u(i .. .. .. ' �. - A: T. ... ( ..- .. h..1 411 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the finance committee. No further business ddemmaanadinngg attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned.ATTEST: HarrR.Whalex ' City Cler -24k Mayor of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands , California September 6, 1955 7 :00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Councilman Morlan :2 The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance. `= An amendment to correct the minutes of the meeting of August 15, 1955 was pre- sented as follows : Page 409 , Oral Petitions, Development of Parking District No. l. The motion and vote shall be amended to read as follows : It was moved by Council- man Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, that requests one to eight be approved contingent upon the successful formation of a parking district and the approval of the project bythe City Council after a public hearing, but that request No. 8 be held With in abeyance for further study. Councilman Osbun voting 'No' , the motion carried. With this correction, the reading of the minutes of the precious meeting was dispensed w ith and same were approved. BIDS On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids on a disposal truck, a street sweeper, and a quantity of pipe for stock, bids to be called for September 27, 1955. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Charles Pierpoint, Business Manager, University of Redlands, brought the Council a request to grant a quit-claim deed to the University for all that portion of Lot 32, Block 77, Rancho San Bernardino, as per plat recorded in Book 7 of Maps, Page 2, lying west of the west line extended southerly of Block A, Lugonia Park, as per plat recorded in Book 4 of Maps, Page 50, records of San Bernardino County, and lying southerly of the south line of Sylvan Blvd. as established by Resolution No.484, This request was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, secoded by Councilman Osbun. and the Mayor and the City Clerk authorized to execute the proper quit-claim on behalf of the City of Redlands. The City Engineer was then instructed to take the necessary I! steps to institute abandonment proceedingon that portion of that certain 40 foot boulevard lying north of Block E, Lugonia Park, in Book 4 of Maps, Page 50, which ex- II tends from University Street to the west to Cook Street on the east, as there is no record of this portion of this 401 street having been abandoned. I 4I. , Mr. Willaim Thornquest addressed the Council with a request that settlement be made for damage to his grove caused during the installation of a sewer line on the north side of Redlands. The Council had agreed that the claimants could expect settle- ment of their claims by the first of September. Attorney Wilson informed the Council that the sum of $4700.00 would cover these claims, and asked the Council, for the City of Redlands, to absorb one-third of this sum, $1580.00, with the balance to be paid by the contractor, Ivan Metkovich, and his insurer. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, final payment on his contract to Mr. Metkovich in the amount of $5000.00 was authorized, provided Mr. Metkovich turns over to the City the agreed two-thirds of the $4700.00. RESOLUTION NO. 793 A Resolution of Intention to close all that alleyway within Block 24, Town of Logonia, bounded on the east by Lots 1 through 5, inclusive, and on the west by Lots 12 through 16, inclusive, of said Block 24, presented and approved on motion of Council- man Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Final Subdivision Map of Tract 4353, Sierra Homes, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson. FINAL Subdivision Map of Tract 4742, L: P. Scherer, presented and approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Planning Director Conner re- , commended that Lots A and B be deeded to the City to insure future street planning. Council agreed that this should be worked out in a manner that would be satisfactory to Mr. Scherer. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS City Manager Workman presented for Council approval a deed from the City of Redlands to Mr. William Roth for a triangle of land adjacent to the old site of the S.P. Station in San Timeteo Canyon. This land had been deeded to the City by Mrs. Emily Parker to be used for park puposes only to to revert to the original owner or assignee. As it had never been developed as a park, it was the desire of the City to deed it back to Mr. Roth as assignee. Approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Council- man Romo. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the State Board of Equalization, statement of the percentum to be added to the valuation of the tax roll in the City of Redlands. Attorney Wilson recommended that as the City of Redlands had already set their tax rate for the coming year, that the present assessed value and present tax rate be held for the tax year 1955-1956. From the Pacific Electric Railroad, franchise payment in the amount of $194.40 for the period September 27, 1954 to September 26, 1955. From United States Senator Thomas H. Kuchel, a letter to Mayor Elkins relative to highway legislation to come before the Congress in January, 1956. From Fred Pyron, Acme Tree Service, a communication relative to personal property tax levied on a private aircraft at the Redlands Airport. No action by the Council. it 1 4 3 From Mr. C.W. Short relative to freeway routing through City. Assistant City Manager Mercer read a letter relative to taking action on the in- tegration of State Retirement and OASI, advising that no action be taken until later this fall. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Council, on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, authorized I/ City Engineer Johnson to post the bridge at the foot of West Fern Avenue , on City prop- it erty in San Timeteo Canyon, to "Load Limit 6 Ton:' Manager Workman brought a report on the change from diagonal to parallel parking on West Olive Avenue and Michigan Street . It is the recommendation of the police department that no diagonal parking be permitted in residential areas. NEW BUSINESS A Resolution of the City of Redlands protesting and objecting to the contemplated 2 tax sale of Sub of Blks 5, 6, 7, 10, 11 and 12, of the Columbia Tract , Lot 9, Blk 7, by the County Tax Collector and the Board of Supervisors, presented and adopted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. ORDINANCE No. 997, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, prohibiting 1� 1 the parking of any vehicles on a portion of Brookside Avenue, introduced by Councilman it Osbun, read in detail and laid over undert he rules. ORDINANCE NO. 998, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Redlands Ordinance Code, Chapter 91, Planning Commission, Article 911, introduced by Councilman Anderson, read in detail and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 999, an ordinance of the City of Redlands , an emergency water regula-1 tion ordinance, introduced as an emergency measure to conserve water during the present critical heat wave, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES : Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT : Councilman Morlan. Manager Workman brought to the Council' s attention a sample Sectional Street Sign, asking that some thought be given to a program of sign replacement throughout the City on a long range plan. Councilman Anderson brought up the dog pound situation and suggested that the City 1I Manager, the Police Department , Mr. Johnson of the SPCA, and some members of the Councili meet in the near future to see if some plan for a more adequate site for the pound could not be worked out. it REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: The Annual Report of the City Clerk for the year 1954-1955. From the City Treasurer, the Cemetery Department, the Building Department , and the -once Departmanb for the month of August, 1955. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. II No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ag ATTEST: Harry R. Whale , City Clerk Mayor of the City of Redlands pr,- 414 T414 Redlands, California September 20, 1955 7 :00 o'clock P.M. This being the time set for the regular meeting of the Redlands City Council and there being no quorum, the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Tuesday, September 27 , 1955, at 7:00 o ' clock P.M.gT Attest: 'H.R. Whaley City ClerkiveL1 Mayor of he City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California September 27, 1955 f' 7 :00 o ' clock P.M. AY l�c'JDURNect ik regular meeting of the City Council , City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins, City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Walter Kalvesmaki , Free Methodist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that ; the members of the Council having ' previously examined the record of the minutes of the lastmeeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved . BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on a street sweeper, a disposal truck and pipe for stock, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: Street sweeper: From Brown Bevis Company and from Wilson Equipment Company. The hid of Brown Bevis Company on a Wayne Sweeper in the amount of $8,463. 133, being the lowest and best for the City, was accepted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Truck for Disposal Department; From the Lynn Equipment Company, Loge and Yount, Wilson Equipment Company, Transporation Equipment Company, Magnolia Auto Repair. The bid of the Wilson Equipment Company in the amount of $8,000.00, being the lowest and best for the City, was accepted on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. Pipe 66r stock: From the Armco Drainage Company; the Southern Pipe and Casing Company; Pacific Southwest Pipe Company; Smith Scott, Inc. , and the Consolidated Western Steel Company. The bid of the Armco Drainage Company, being the lowest and best for the City, was accepted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Council- man Morlan. Call for bids : On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids for a business coupe for the water department and two test wells forthe water department, bids called for Oct . 18, 1955. 415 Q. PLANNING COb'MISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held Septem- ber 13, 1955, the following recommendations were presented to the City Council : 1 . That the request of George E. Gray for permission to split property into two parcels , property located on westside of Wabash Avenue between Highway 99 and Seventh Avenue, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved by the Council on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 2. That tentative approval be given for a lot split for Wesley Ray of property located on the northeast corner of Colton Avenue and Herald Street with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr . Ray was present and withdrew II his request for a split at this time. 3. That the request of Mrs . Elfriede Einmann for a home occupation permit to do C2alteration and dressmaking in her home at 222 Eureka Street be approved w ith provisions as set forth inthe minutes of the Planning Commission, On motion of Councilman Morlan, II seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Ij Commission was approved. 4. That the request of the Redlands Daily Facts for permission to locate in the j , new Administrative and Professional Zone, on north side of Brookside Avenue at the extension of Center Street, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the PlanningCommission This recommendation of the PlanningCommission was approved PP on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the University of Redlands, a request to use the Redlands Bowl for a Pajama- rino Rally was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, the cost to the Student Body to be actual cost of lights, piano and service, or a flat fee of $15.00, whichever is less . From the Redlands City Schools, a request for cancellation of city taxes on property ii acquired for school purposes, property situated in Section 22, Pennsylvania and San !I Bernardino Avenues, was tabled on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, until a check can be made on the pro-rata share the City would be entitled to. From John Clay, a petition to operate a pool hal at 21 East Central Avenue was approved4on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. This petition had the approval of the Police Department . COMMUN I CAT IONS II The following communications were presented and read: From the Public Utilities Commission, relative to the recently ordered adjustment in property assessments for taxation purposes. From Lloyd Hulbert, owner of a building at State and Sixth Streets , a request that the parking meters in that block be moved from the west side of the street to the east side to accomodate a business entrance tote installed in the Sixth Street side of his building. At present the meters are on the west side, with no parking on the east side. ' EA 416 Mr. Hulbert has agreed to defray the cost of moving the meters . This request was ap- proved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, under the terms offered by Mr . Hulbert to reimburse the City and subject to the recommendation of the City Attorney. Manager Workman brought the Council an offer from the La Mirada Water Company to take over the City Water service west of the city limits and north of Loma Linda . Councilman Osbun stated he felt that legal advisors experienced in water problems should make a survey, also that the La Mirada Company should make a firm bid. The Council agreed that further study was necessary. UNFINISHED BUSINESS RESOLUTION No. 7941. , a resolution of intention to close a portion of Sylvan Blvd. , presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote : AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAYS: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 997, an ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the parking of any vehicles on a portion of Brookside Avenue, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins . NAYS: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 1001 , an ordinance of the City of Redlands relating to the Planning ' Commission of the City of Redlands and amending Chapter 91 , Article 911 , Sections 9111 to 9113. 1 inclusive, presented, read forthe second time and adopted bythe following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins NAYS: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 1002, an ordinance of the City of Redlands repealing Ordinance No. 999 entitled " An Emergency Water regulation and ordinalce adopted Sept. 6, 1955", presented a nd adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. NAYS: None ABSENT: None RELEASE AGREEMENT On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the Mayor and Clerk were authorized to execute a release agreement betweenthe City of Red- lands and Don and Aline Huntington and Robert and Ruth Moore whereby the latter releas- the City from all claims and damages by virtue of the City' s pumping from Well No.34. GRANT DEED A A Grant Deed from the City of Redlands to Walter A. Roth and Edith M. Roth for a , parcel of land in Section 5, adjacent the site of the old S. P. Station in San Timeteo Canyon, presented and the Clerk a nd Mayor authorized to execute on behalf of the City of Redlands on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. 417 NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman brought the Council a proposed program fromthe City Engineer re- I` lative to a policy of maintenance of storm water ditches by owners of the properties abutting or crossed by said ditches; also that property owners be required to partici- pate in the cost of street maintenance and construction. The Council indicated it was desirable to give some study to this program before these recommendations were adopted . Manager Workman reported on a letter from the State Sanitarian which called the City' s attention to the high bacteria count in water taken from Sylvan Plunge in routine tests . The Council agreed that the time was approaching when the City would need to consider a filter plant and chlorinating system for the plunge . No action at this time.. Attorney Wilson presented an agreement between the City of Redlands and the law firm of O'Melveny and Myers which authorizes the law firm to act in the matter of filing the petition setting up a parking district . This agreement was accepted by the follow-0 o J.^. ing roll call vote: . ( AYES: Councilmen Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins . NAYS: Councilman Osbun ct ABSENT: None d i Attorney Wilson requested the City agree to assume 3/8 instead of 3/9(as previously agreed) of the $4700.00 settlement of grove damage claims, said damage done by Ivan Metkovich, contractor inthe installation of the sewer line on the north side of Redlands . On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, Attorney Wilson was directed to settle these claims on this basis . In this same connection, it was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, that the claim of Ivan Metkovich in the amount of $12,073. 96, as set forth in the letter of Attorney Stephen Monteleone to the City Manager, dated April 13, 1955, be denied. Mayor Elkins reported that 16 out of 20 persons contacted had agreed to serve on II a Capital Outlay Committee and the time set for the first meeting of this committee was October 13, 1953, at 7 : 30 P.M. The Mayor brought a brief committee report from the League of California Cities Convention and requested Attorney Wilson to check into Section 120, Internal Revenue Code . At this time it was moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, that the freeway topic be taken from the table . After considerable dis- cussion, the following resolution was unanimously adopted by the Council : FREEWAY RESOLUTION RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Redlands recommend to the State Highway Commission of the State of California that the proposed Freeway route by-pass the business district and densely settled residential area of the City of Redlands by being located either South, through San Timeteo Canyon, or North of Lugonia Avenue in the City of Redlands . Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned . .�/7/ / (Ail? gin,/ Attest : Harry R. Whaley City Clerk Mayofr/ of the City of Redlands ' i ^ I.. L, Redlands, California October 4, 1955 7: 00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City 'Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City elerk Whaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Frank James, Second Baptist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and ame be approved. BIDS At the Council meeting of September 27, 1955 bids were opened for a truckand packer for the Disposal Department, Because of the fact that one bid was accidently misplaced and not publicly opened, previous action on bids was rescinded, all bids rejected, and authorization to call for new bids made on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. The City Clerks authorized to call for bids on asphaltic paving materials and spreading equipment, 10,000 tons, more or less, to meet the needs of the City for the coming year, on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. ORAL PE TT TIONS Mr. Overton Pratt addressed the Council at this time with a request for a variance to the Zoning Ordinance to permit him to enlarge the covered area of his sporting goods business on the northwest corner of East Citrus Avenue and Church Street. Inthe discussion, the following findings were brought out: 1. That the Planning Commission had, in fact, denied the variance and recommended rezoning. 2. Thatthe time required in rezoning would cause an unnecessary hardship in time lost. 3. That the existing building is of Type 3 construction, with a useful life of 30 years. 4. Thatthe request is not an enlargement of the use, since the entire lot is now fenced and is bein used for boat storage. The request is to coverthe open space. 5. That the requested use would reduce the area noe being used by 14 feet, in depth. 6. That with the loading area and additional street width, as proposed,would be of considerable value to the City and reduce a traffic hazard that now exists. 7. That off-street parking is not required in the Central Business area atthistime, under the pro- visions of Ordinance No. 10001 8, That business has been operated at this location for more than 40 years and the Master Plan calls for commercial zoning of this location in the future. After due consideration of the above facts a motion was made by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Council- man Romo, approving the variance subject to the provisions set up by the Engineering Department realtive to street improvements. Mr. Daryl Hall, Commander of the Colton Chapter, Disabled American Veterans, requested permission for the Colton Chapter of the D.A.V. to conduct its Forget-me-not drive in Redlands on November lOthand 11th, 1955. Because Colton is a jurisdictional area including the City of Redlands, this request was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held September 27, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council.: 1. That a variance for a 12 foot setback for Lot 33, Tract 4327, Truman Browne, be approved with provisions as set forth inthe minutes of the Planning Commission, and with the provision that Sylvan Blvd. be realigned in accordance with provisions as complied by the Engineering Department. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councolman Morlan, and carried, the recommendations of the Planning Commission on this request for a variance were approved. L- -44 419 2. That the request of Orland J. Fowler for permission to split two parcels from property located located on the north side of Brookside and west of Center Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. y On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That the request of the Eastern Builders Co, for permission to split three lots from Tract No. 4811 located on the northeast corner of Tennessee and Brookside be approved with the same pro- visions as required for Tract 11811, by Council action of April 5th and April 19, 1955. The above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried unanimously. 4. That the request of Roy G. Haskins for a conditional use permit for five acres within the city limits of Redlands for airport activities and allied industries, property located at the north- I east corner of Redlands city limits at Wabash Avenue, be approved, this permit to cover airport actikities only and allied facilities only, each such additional facility being subject to Commission review and approval. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 1 COMMUNICATIONS et The following communications were presented and read: From the California Water and Telephone Company expressing their agreement to Resolution No. 793, closing an alleyway bescribed in said resolution, within Block 2h, Town of Lugonia, Block 24 being the site of the former Casa Loma Hotel. From the Redlands City Schools a request for cancellation of City taxes on property located at Pennsylvania and San Bernardino Avenues and acquired for school purposes had been tabled at the last meeting of the Council pending a check to be made of the City's pro-rata share of the taxes. The City Treasurer reported the school had agreed to pay their part of taxes when submitted. Therefore, on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, authorization was given for the cancellation of taxes subject to payment of this pro-rata share. From Mrs. Rodney Crammer, a communication relative to the adoptiod of the resolution to the State Division of Highways recommending a desirable route for the proposed freeway. From Mr. C.W. Short, a communication relative to the proposed freeway route. II UNFINISHED BUSINESS Mayor Elkins had requested the City Attorney to check into Section 120, Revenue Code. This section provides that a portion of wages paid to police officers if designated as subsistance pay is non-taxable. 'I Attorney Wilson stated this was apparently correct but that he wished to obtain a ruling from the Office of Internal Revenue, Los Angeles, before making a recommendation. This was the time advertised for a public hearing on Resolution No. 793, Notice of Intention to close an alley in Block 24, Town of Lugonia, back of the old Casa Loma hotel. No protests to this closing[ ll being forthcoming, Resolution No. 793, ordering the work, was adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Ramo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None II. ABSENT; None NEW BUSINESS Ii Manager Workman brought the Council an inquiry from the Redlands Feed and Milling Company as to 1 whether the City would consider disposing of a lot approximately 50' x 140', said lot being a part of the City Yards and adjacent to the site of the Milling Company. This company is desirous of obtaining the lot li fer an expansion of facilities necessitated by their increased business. The Council indicated their wish? to give some study to this before making any dicision. 1 r' 9 The City Manager presented a request from Reverend Wendell Beck, First Presbyterian Church, for the use of the City Hall Auditorium for Sunday School services until their new quarters are ready, some time in December. The Council authorized Manager Workman to negotiate with Rev. Beck providing there is no 111 expenditure of public funds and that the church provide their own clean-up service. Police Chief Brown frought a recommendation that the present 'STOP' sign on Garden Street at Frank- lin Avenue be moved from its present location on Garden to stop Franklin and that a safety island be created in the intersection. Ordinance No. 1003 ordering the work was then introduced by Councilman 111Osbun, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. The annexation of approximately 1100 acres of City owned land in Mentone, situated north and east of Mentone, was discussed at this time, City Engineer Johnson presented a map of the proposed annexa- tion. After some discussion, Resolution No. 795 instructing the City Engineer to file the map with the Boundary Commission was adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Rome, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: None CLAIM: A claim from the PeerlessCleaners in the amount of $48.00 for a rug they claim was hauled away by the City Disposal Service by mistake, said rug lying at the time across the garbage cans regularly emptied by the disposal• service, presented, and denied on motion Df Councilman Morlan, seconded by d Councilman Osbun. Some discussion came up as to whether the City should submit to bid for the sale of the small parcel of land at the corner of West State Street and Texas. The City Engineer recommended the street should be realigned before any sale and was instructed to bring in a map showing the recommended re- alignment. WATER CONTRACIS WITH 'OPTION B1 Water Contracts with Option 'B' from Thomas and Hazel Nash to Norton Hazeldine and from Ben and Faye Harrison to D. M. Downey, presented, and the Clerk and Mayor authorized to execute on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. ENGINEER Manager Workman informed the Council that under the Gas Tax Allocation from the State the sum of $5,000.00 per year was available for providing an engineer for street and sewer planning and construction. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, authorization was given to create this position, subject to the availability of funds to come fromthe state. MISCELLANEOUS Councilman Homo commented on the improvement in traffic conditions. Police Chief Brown informed the Council that he did not instigate the publication of names of traffic violators, that this program was inaugurated by the Daily facts. Mr. Brown recommended that some thought be given to a 'No Parking' rule for the north side of Highway 99, as well as possible additional signs to those already posted warning truck drivers of steep grade east of and through the City of Redlands, this recommendation the result of the recent run-away truck through the City. No action. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Santa pa River Weather Corporation, report on Cloud-seeding Operation November 1, 1954 to April 15, 1955. M, 421 From the Cemetery Department and the City Treasurer forthe month of September, 1955. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: Harry H. WhaleyL CW5at , City Clerk May. of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- ' Redlands, California October 18, 1955 7:00 o'clock P.M. This being the time set for the regular meeting of the Redlands City Council and there being no quorum, the City Clerk declared the meeting adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting Tuesday, October 25, 1955,. a 7:O l i c ock P.M. ATTEST: ariy R. khaley City Clerk ? " Mayor of the City of Redlands t -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. 4- Present: Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Wnaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Gerald Churchill, First Congregational Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously ex- amined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. jl CITATIONS FOR SERVICE At this time Mayor Elkins, on behalf of the City of Redlands, presented Meritorious Award Certifi- I' cates for faithful and loyal service rendered the City to Peter W. Burk, Jr., Assistant City Engineer, who is going into another field of work after being with the City nine years, and to Mute Gibson, retiring after nine years of service with the Street Department as an equipment operator. II BIAS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on an automobile for the Water Department, it a truck and packer for the Disposal Department, and two test wells for the Water Department, the follow-. � ing bids were publicly opened and declared: it Automobile for the water department Loge and Yount Ford Redlands Lange and Runkel Chevrolet Redlands After consideration, the bid of Loge and Yount in the amount of $1,639.04, being the lowest and best for the City, was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. II Disposal truck: Loge and Yount Redlands Towner Mfg. Company Santa Ana Wilson Equipment Company Redlands Magnolia Auto Repair Riverside After study by the purchasing Department, the bid of the Wilson Equipment Company in the amount of 'I $7,611.36 on an International truck and .a Leach packer, meeting all specifications and being suited to A.I 4i Ad the needs of the Disposal Department, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Test hblls for the Water Department: Roscoe Moss Company Los Angeles J.D. Henderson & Son Corona These bids were referred to the City Manager and Water Department for study, recommendations to be brought in at the meeting of November 1, 1955. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. William Thornquest addressed the Council with a request that final settlement be expedited as soon as possible for the damage done to his orange grove during the construction of the sewer line on the north side of Redlands. Attorney Wilson informed Mr. Thornquest and the Council that he has been unsuccessful in contacting the contractor, Ivan Metkovich, but assured them that every effort would be made to arrive at a settlement in the very near future. PLANNING COMMISSION RECO1' 1ENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held October 11, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 4916, located on the north side of Cliff Rd. south of Sunset Drive, A. Jacinto, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved subject to negotiations between the subdivider' and the Engineering Department on Item 2, Engineering Department Recommendations. Motion carried. 2. That the request of Fred C. Fowler for permission to split one lot to provide increased area on two adjoining lots, property located on east side of Grandview Drive north of Summit Avenue, be approved with no provisions in connection therewith. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and unanimously carried. 3. That the request of Bud Farrar for permission to split property to provide 2 building sites, property located at the northwest corner of Crown Street and Crescent Avenue, be approvedwith provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried. 4. That the City Council adopt a policy thereby::innthe.:apprevaliof any..tentative map involving existing groves, or citrus trees, that said citrus trees shall either be maintained or removed from the ground within thirty (30) days after the cessation of said maintenance. Any trees not maintained or re- moved after the thirty day period shall be deemed to be a nuisance and constituting a fire hazard under the weed abatement act. On motion of Councilman Morlan this recommendation of the Planning Commission was referred to Manager Workman and Fire Chief Rundberg for further study, recommendations to be brought in at the November 1 meeting. 4 5 , That the request of Cletus H.J. Jollie for a zone variance for Lots 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, of Tract 4069, reducing the required front yards to an extent not to exceed six inches (6"GG on any of the above ' mentioned lots., and with provisions as set forth inthe minutes of the Planning Commission. This re- commendation of the Planning Commission was approved om motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and tarried unanimously. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Girl Scouts, a request to use the Auditorium and city Hall grounds for a Crafts misplay and County Fair on November 19, 1955was approved with the provision that nothing be sold in the booths L 423 on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded b y Councilman Anderson. Councilman Anderson left the Council Chambers at 8:15 P.M. I CCMUNICA TIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the State Division of Highways, acknowledgement of Council resolution concerning recommended freeway routes through the Redlands Area, and suggesting further discussion at any time convenient to the City officials. From the Garden Grove Chamber of Commerce, acknowledgement of Mayro Elkins' letter encouraging that 1 community's campaign for incorporation. From Attorney Paul B. Wilson, letter of resignation as City Attorney. Mr. Wilson stated that he would continue to serve until his successor can be appointed and that he would cooperate with and assist ))) him in meeting the problems of municipal government. From Mr. Dan C.A. Smith, Attorney at Law, a communication protesting the adoption of ordinance or I! regulatory action which would require the owners of property through which storm drains run in the C\t City of Redlands to keep said drains clean at their own expense. From the Sedgwick Insurance Company, endorsement adding an automobile to Liability Insurance Policy AC 53569, Public National Insurance, coverirgthe Orange Cab.Company. From Beaver, Wilcoxson and Cook, Insurance , schedule of equipment covered for P.L. & P.D. insurance; for Bob's Taxi and Peterson's Auto Service. From the Redlands City Schools, a request for cancellation of City taxes on property located in Block Q, Second Preliminary Map of Redlands, said property having been acquired for school purposes. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this request was approved subject) to the payment of their payment of their pro-rata share of City taxes. UNFINISHED BUSINESS li Ordinance No. 1003, an ordinance of the City of Redlands changing the location of a 'STOP' sign at Franklin Avenue and Garden Street, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote: i AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Anderson A Public Hearing had been called on Resolution No. 791 , a resolution ordering the work of closing and abandoning a portion of Sylvan Boulevard as described in said resolution, No protests being forth- j{ coming, Resolution No. 7914 was then adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbbn, Morlan, Romo, and Mayor Elkins. { NAY: None ABSENT: Councilman Anderson. Resolution No. 796, a resolution of intention to close a portion of Sylvan Boulevard for purpose of re-alignment along Tract No. 4327, Truman Brown Tract, presented, adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, and Mayor Elkins. NAYS: None ABSENT: Councilman Anderson NEW BUSINESS h Manager Workman brought up the matter of replacing seven automobiles used by the Police Department Both the City Manager and Police Chief Brown addressed the Council, pointing out the advantages of con- tracting for the use of vehicles instead of outright purchase. After considerable discussion, on motion '{ rt-- 4°24 _ _ _____ _ __ -___ _ _ -- --. __-- _ _ - _____ __ of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids on a service contract basis, bids to be called on a 12 month or 24000 mile replacement, a two year minimum contract, on not to exceed seven vehicles. Motion carried. 111 On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the City Clerk was authorized to call for bids on the cement mortar lining of approximately 7400 feet of 20 inch pipe line on Mill Creek Road near East Lugonia Well No. 3, and extending to the Zanja at Reservoir Road. Water Contracts with 'Option B1 were presented and approvedwithithe Clerk and Mayor authorized to execute on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. I Ordinance No. _1004, an ordinance of the City of Redlands relating to the Business License Ordinance and amending Chapter 21 and Chaper 22, Articles 210 through 226 inclusive of the Ordinance Code of the City of Redlands, introduced by Councilman Morlan, read in detail and laid over under the rules. MISCELLANEOUS Councilman Morlan inquired as to the status of the offer by the Redlands Feed Mill to purchase a City owned lot adjoining the City Yards. Manager Workman stated that some consideration was being directed to the possibility of a lease agreement with the S.F.RR for some land along their right-of-way. Mr. Workman informed the Council that he hoped to have some committment at the time of the next Council meeting. Councilman Morlan also brought forth for discussion the problem of a new dog pound. Mr. Morlan questioned if this should be considered as a capital outlay project (in future), or as an immediate necessity. Manager Workman was requested to formulate some plan and bring in a recommendation in the III near future. Manager Workman requested permission to employ a part-time secretary to assist in preparation of the capital outlay program as well as to purchase the necessary supplies. this request was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, funds for this expenditure to come from the Contingency Fund and not to exceed $1,000.00/ REPORT The report of the Building Department for the month of September, 1955 was presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. re Attest: ar 'R. Wnaley City Clerk . n _ / I hkayo,�i the pity of Redlands, California -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-•-0- Redlands, California November 1, 1955 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held atthe regular place of meeting. I Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Wnaley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by ;the invocation by Elder G.W. Mote, Seventh Day Adventist Church. 495 11 A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously II examined the record of the minutes of the lastmeeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertisedforthe opening of bids on asphaltic paving materials to meet the Ij b needs of the City for the coming year, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: II From: 1 Matich Brothers Colton Industrial Asphalt Claremont E. L. Yeager Company Riverside 1 1 After consideration, the bid of Matich Brothers, beingthe lowest and best meetingthe needs of the 11 City, was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 11 Bids for two test wells forte water Department had been opened at the adjourned regular meeting 11 II of October 25th and at this time, on recommendation of the City Manager and the water Department, the 1 1^ bid of Roscoe Moss in the amount of $9,722.00, being the lowest and meeting all specifications, was 11 approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. 1 ORAL PETITIONS Dr. C.T. Halburg addressed the Council at `this time, bringing a request from Ralph D. Houghton that the City give consideration to some form of financing which will enable him to purchase a new ambulance. In an itemized statement of indebtedness presented the Council it was shown that the III immediate cost of repairing the 1948 ambulance now used as auxiliary equipment would be $800.00, which, considering the age of the vehicle, would seem a questionable investment. Dr. Halburg pointed out the 1 need to continue ambulance service for the City and surrounding area and that Mr. Houghton continues j 11 to render excellent service. He urged the Council to give all possible consideration to this request. Miss Hope Potter also addressed to Council, supporting Dr.. Halburg's statements and reading letters from Milton Gair and Ted Fletcher. Mayor Elkins assured the speakers the Council would take this under 1 1 advisement and give an answer in the very near future. Mr. William Thornquest again addressed the Council with a request that early action be taken on the settlement of his chin for damages to his orange grove incurred during to construction of the 11111 north side sewer line by Ivan Metkovich, sewer contractor. Attorney Wilson agreed that the settlement should be made and informed to Council and Mr. Thornquest that he will go into Los Angeles personally 1 this week to try to bring this matter to some conclusion with the contractor and with the bonding company. IMr. Carl Hill of the Olive Street Market presented a petition with 132 signatures requesting that the parking in front of the market be changed from the present parallel to diagonal parking. The Council agreed to consider and bring in a recommendation at a later date. Mr. E.D. Nickerson was present with a request for an extension of time on a tentative map of Unit 21111, Highland Point Subdivision, Tract 3235. Mr. Nickerson informed the Council that because of numerous I I changes required on the original tentative map it. was his understanding that the effective filing date jI was December 21, 1954. The Planning Director informed him that the present tentative map expired in 1 June of 1955. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman 1 Ramo, and carried, that the request for an extension of time on the existing tentative map be denied. , PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of to Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held October 25, 1955, the 1 following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: LAI , 76 1. That the request of Ernest 0. Beaver for permission to split one lot from for a building site from property located between Clark and Fern Avenue and between Center and Norwood Streets be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Department. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of Mr. Howard M. Smith for a variance to the Zoning Ordinance to permit the use of a building at 1254 Orange Street for warehouse storage facilities and office for a period of one year to order to give sufficient time to locate property in the M-1 Zone on which to construct a building be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried this variance as requested was approved. 3. That the request of Walker and Linda Tackett for a variance to permit the construction of two additional apartment units over garages at 329-337 La Paloma Street be approvedwith provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Council- man Romo, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. Planning Director Conner presented Final Map of Lot Split 101, Howard Hays, Walnut Avenue and San Jacinto Street, for approval. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this split was given final approval. Mr. Conner also presented for final approval Lot Splits Nos. 112 and 117, Orland Fowler, Center Street and Brookside Avenue. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, these splits were approved. APPLICATIONS AND PETITION A communication from Mrs. Stephen Dana, President, Redlands Girl Scout Council, petitioning the Council to reconsider the provision attached to their approval for the Girl Scouts to use the Auditorium and grounds of the City Hall for a Crafts Display and County Fair November 9th, 1955, specifically that nothing be sold in the booths on the grounds. After some consideration, it was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and unanimously carried that the girls be permitted to sell their crafts and/or baked goods in the outside booths but that no food be sold in the Auditorium. CGT'I1UNICATIONS The following communications were presentedand read: From Mrs. Genevive Knox and Miss Marjorie Knox, commending the Council on recent -resolution relative to freeway routing. From the San Bernardino County Board of Trade, notice of a meeting on November 18th at Harold's Club in Fontana, for representives of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties in those areas included in the boundaries of the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority. From the Controller of the State of California, notice of warrant issued to the City Treasurer re- presenting this City's share of apportionment of Alcohol Beverage License Fees for the period 3/1/55 to 8/31/55 in the amount of $2,549.69. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 1004, an ordinance of the City of Redlands relating to the Business License Ordinance of the City and amending Chapters 21 and 22, Articles 210 through 226 inclusive of the Ordinance Code, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY; None ABSENT; None -w, 497 — - NEW BPSINESS Manager Workman presented a map outlining recommended changes in the proposed realign:-ent of the 111 northeast corner of West State Street and Texas Street. It has been the wish of the Council to sell or II II lease a small triangle of land withing this corner. Councilman Anderson stated that this realignment should be definitely decided before the City took action on the disposition of this parcel of land. Further study to be made. 'I Mr. Workman brought the Council a recommendation from the Police Department that Vine Street be- tween Fourth and Eureka Streets be made a one-way parking block with parking to be eliminated on the 'I north side of the street. Councilman Anderson pointed out that all the dwellings in that block are on the north side of the street and that some inconvenience might arise if property owners could not park II in front of their homes. Further consideration to be given on this recommendation. Manager hbrkman reported on an offer from the City of Corona to purchase a pull broom which this City no longer uses. Mr. 'Workman was authorized on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Council- I � I man Osbun, to negotiate withthe City of Corona and make the deal most advantageous to the City of Redlands. li ' Mayor Elkins informed the Council that it had been brought to his attention that the City h@s three I 11 CZ separate finance systems. City Treasurer Woltman explained that there is only one basic system with three segments, first, Receipts and Funds; second, Expenditures; third, Ledger. Assistant City Manager Mercer stated that one person can be responsible for all finances. Councilman Morlan expressed 'I a desire to see a more efficient system inaugurated. Manager Workman stated that many things must be c considered that the expected report from the recent audit might contain some valuable suggestions. Tne p Manager thought that a consulting firm might be e• ployed to advantage. Councilran Morlan said that in- II tensive study is the first step, then administrative action. II Councilman Anderson reported that there was strong reaction against the proposed ordinance or II regulatory action which would require property owners of land abutting or crossed by storm water drains it to keep these drains clean. Mr. Anderson said. that perhaps a couple of good rains would clean them sufficiently to remove the present hazard. No action. 1 REPORTS The Building Inspection Department report for the month od October was presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Kl Gam. ATTEST: H. R. Whale May•J•f the City of Redlaids {I -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- jl iI Redlands, California November 15, 1955 ' 7:Q0 o'clock P.M . A regular meeting of the City Councila Cityof Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. I li Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney 1 Wilson, City Manager ltrkman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None I The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Father G. M. Macouzet, St. Mary's Catholic Church. Iii r 0 A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensedwithand same be approved. 111 BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for the cement mortar lining and cleaning of approximately 71100 feet of 20" welded steel pipe, from East Lugonia Well #3 running Southwest to a 20" valve on Reservoir Road, the bid of Pipe Linings, Inc., in the amount of 83.55 per linear foot, was 111publicly opened and declared. As this was the only bid received and met all requirements and specifications, it was moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, that the bid of Pipe Linings, Inc. be accepted. PLANNING COMMISSION RECC:`MIENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held November 8, 1955, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: That the request of Mrs. Ruby E. Dabney for a Home Occupation Permit to do miscellaneous sewing from her home at 1137 Sixth Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. That the request of the Bethany Reformed Church for a Conditional Use Permit to construct church facilities on the east side of Cajon Street between Palm and Cypress Avenues be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was unanimously approved. 3. That the request fora zoning variance for side yard setbacks to permit reduction from 15 ft. to 12Z ft. on Lots 19, 23, 28, 29, 39 and 40 of Tract No 11327, and front setbacks on Lots 28 and 29 of the same tract, reduced from 25 ft. to 242 ft. ,tract located on the southeast corner of Colton Avenue and Judson Street, Truman Browne, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved unanimously on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 4. That the request of J.R. Bruckart, Jr., for a lot split on property located at 821 West Lugonia Avenue be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Bruckart was present at the Council meeting and pointed out to the Council that some of the provisions imposed by 111the Planning Commission would work a real hardship and might prevent the sale of the property. He felt that'bhe continued existence of Texobia Village on the corner of Texas and Lugonia is greatly depreciating the value of his property and requested waiver of some of the provisions . After considerable discussion it was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, that this split be approved as follows: All Engineering Department recommendations be waived except Item 1. Item 4 and Item 5 of Planning Commission recommendations be deleted. Motion carried. Planning Director Conner presented for Council approval final map of a lot split for Mr. Fred Fowler, Grandview Drive. This approval was given on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. Mr. Conner also presented final map of Tract 4811, Eastern Bdilders, Tennessee Street and Brookside Avenue, requesting approval subject to the signature of the owner. Approval as requested was given on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. w, 429 APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application for the use of the City Hall Audirorium for a benefit exhibition of the paintings 111 of the late Worden Bethell was brought to the Council. The request was for a period of two weeks covering the last of November and first part of December. After some discussion, the City Clerk was directed, because of proposed construction of additional offices in the Auditorium, to inform the committee through its spokesman, Mr. Stuart Power, that the Auditorium might be available to a two or three day period with the provision that there be no sales of paintings made in the auditorium. it COMMUNICATIONS The following communication were presented and read: From Mr. Junnius Pierce , Chairman, Outside City Water Users of Mentone, requesting that a date be set for that committee to meet with the City Council to discuss the problems now confronting the users of City Water in Mentone. The Council agreed to meet with this committee November 23, 1955 . From the Merchant's Division, Chamber of Commerce, a request that the City permit one truck unit � I of the City Fire Department to be used in the annual Christmas parade on December 3, 1955. Request was approved. on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. From the First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood, letter expressing appreciation for hospitality shown that group on a recent picnic in Sylvan Park. From the State Division of Highways, quarterly apportionment tabulation of the 5/8ths cent gas tax for expenditure on city streets for cities of District V111 of the Division of Highway. From the State Board of Equalization, report on the fiscal effect of any action the City may take under the Bradley-Burns Uniform Sales and Use Tax Law. II ' From Matich Brothers, General Contractors, a communication asking consideration of the error made .. by transposing a price quotation in their recently submitted and accepted bid for furnishing the asphaltic paving materials for the City of Redlands for the coming year. By unanimous consent of the Council this matter was referred to the City Manager and Purchasing Department for study. UNFINISHED BUSINESS As this was the time advertised for a public hearing on Resolution No. 796, a resolution of the City of Redlands declaring intention to close, for purposes of street realignment, a portion of Sylvan ij Boulevard lying easterly of Judson Street and adjacent to Tract 4327, University Manor. No protests being forthcoming to this proposes realignment, Resolution No. 796, ORDERING THE FORK, was then adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Marian) Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: None From the Redlands Feed and Milling Company, 750 Oriental Avenue, a written offer of $3,000.00 for a lot adjacent to their mill, being a parcel 50 x 140 ft. owned by the City of Redlands and used as part of the City Yards. Manager Workman informed the Council that negotiations were under way to obtain some land from the Southern Pacific Railroad to use for pipe storage, which is what the lot is presently usedfor. Mr. J.A. Berg of the Redlands Feedand Milling Company then requested that, because it of the time that might be involved in any transaction with the railroad, the City consider leasing him the lot until the purchase can be consummated. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, that the City Attorney draw up a short term lease on this lot satisfactory to both the City and the Milling Company. VLJ I 40 The problem of the best disposition of a small triangle of land owned by the City at the northeast corner of lost State Street and Texas Street was again discussed. A letter ffromthe Park Committee was read, asking that this plot be returned to the Park Department and maintained as a small park. The Council has been desirous of selling this parcel and it was moved by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, that it be advertisedfor bids, subject to improvements as specified by the Engineer- ing Department. Motion carried unanimously. The petition of the Olive Street Market that the present parallel parking in front of the market be returned to diagonal parking was reported on. The Police Department and the Street Department recommend that the present parallel parking be retained. It was recon-mendedthat a survey be made of all business establishments in the outlying areas to determine how many were now using diagonal parking, the Beaver Clinic being cited as an example. Matter was tabled pending the recommended survey. NEW BUSNIESS Manager Workman brought the Council a request on behalf of the Police Department for authorization to exceed their budget in the amount of approximately $200.00 for the purpose of providing better first- aid materials for the police cars. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this request was approved, expenditure not to exceed $200.00. The City Manager informed the Council that the City had received an offer of three hours of Mill Creek Water from Mr. Edward Curtis at a price of $6,000.00 plus a "B" contract. Councilman Anderson s suggested that an offer be made of $5,500.00 plus a "B" contract. The Council agreed that the Manager he authorized to negotiate and to obtain, if possible, all four shares which Mr. Curtis now owns. Councilman Anderson indicated that it might be wise to negotiate with the owners of all the remaining shares of this mill Creek water and purchasing same if price is fair. Mr. Workman announced that Mr. Isaac Ford, veteran member of the Planning Commission and long a leader in the growth and development of the City, would be 93 years old next week. The Council unanimously agreed the Mayor should, in the name of the Council as the City's representives, send a letter of con- gratulation to Mr. Ford on his birthday. RESOLUTION NO. 797, a resolution of the City of Redlands declaring intention to close, for purposes of street realignment, a portion of Tennessee Street lying northwesterly of Brookside Avenue and adjacent to Tract No. 4811, Redlands Park Estates, introduced, read and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT:-None CITY ATTORNEY Attorney Wilson reported that he had been successful in final negotiations relative to the settle- ment of claims of damage to grove property incurred in the construction of the sewer line in north Redlands. The bonding company, the construction company and the City will divide the settlement as followe: $1,300, $1.500 and $1.900 respectively, Warrants in payment to the claimants were then approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, subject to receipt of the check from the , bonding company. The City Attorney then presented a Resolution of Acceptance of the Sewer Project as constructed by Ivan Metkovich which was then approved by the following roll-call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAY: None ABSENT: None MISCELLANEOUS Manager Workman brought a recommendation from the Police Department that parking meters be removed 431 from the north side of Vine Street in the City Hall block because of the general use of this block by cars whose owners are in and out of the City Hall on City business. The Council agreed to this ' recommendation. �I Councilman Morlan recommended that the Council request the auditing firm of Francisco and Cotton I to meet with the Council for informational purposes in the near future. Time of the first meeting was tentatively set for November 29, at 4:00 o'clock P.M . Manager Workman requested the Council give consideration to arranging for one meeting a month for III an informal session, such session open to the press if they desire to attend. The Council concurred. REPORTS The following reports were presented and orderedfiled: The Police Department and Poundmaster, the Cemetery Department, the City Treasurer for the month iI of October, 1955. The Auditor's report for fiscal year ending June 30, 1955. Bills and Salaries were ordered bald as approved by the Finance Committee. it o No further business demanding attention at this time, on' motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk n i 7 JMayojr-/ - ' the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- ��I II Redlands, California December 6, 1955 7:00 o'clock Y.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Homo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk Whaley, City- Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Harry Van Dyken, Christian Reformed Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. FIDS I As this was the time advertised for opening of bids on a lease contract to furnish and service automobiles for the Police Department, the following bids were publicly opened and ddclared: From: Loge and Yount Ford Agency Redlands Lange and Runkel Chevrolet Redlands Arrowhead "U" Drive Ford San Bernardino By unanimous consent of the Council these bids were referred to the office of the City Manager and 111 the Purchasing Department for study and recommendation. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Philip Lukei addressed the Council at this time with a request relative to 11 shares of Redlands'' Heights water stock which he has offered to sell to the City, This water stock belongs to a parcel of land on which Mr. Lukei submitted a Tentative Subdivision Map in April, 1955, Yr. Lukei feels that if the City accepts this water stock at this time he should be relieved of any further demand for water under the Water Rights Acquisition Ordinance for this subdivision even if it is re-sold or not developed jI 1 432 for five years. Councilman Anderson stated that as the Tentative Map had five months to run the matter be referred to the City Attorney for some agreement nearer the date of expiration of the Tentative Map. Mr. Louis Kalman, 1124 Pacific Street, requested Council consideration of a plan to augment funds needed for a new dog pound whereby the City would match contributions made by schdol children. Manager 4hrkman informed Mr. Kalman that the ity recognized the need forthis project and that plans were under way in the acquisition of a suitable location. The Council concurred that this would be a very worth while effort and agreed to match contributions up to the amount of $5,000.00, all funds collected to be 111 cbposited with the City Treasurer. PLANNING COMISSION RECa MENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held November 29, 1955 the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request for a zone change for property located at the southeast corner of Colton and Lincoln, Truman Browne, owner, be approved by Resolution R.P.C. 108, "Resolution for Adoption of Amend- ment No. 1 to Zoning Ordinance of the City of Redlands" . This Resolution of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried unanimously. 2. That Tentative Nap of Tract No. 4784, resubmitted to establish lot sizes in conformity with the provisions of Ordinance No. 1000, Truman Browne, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman tiderson, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was unanimously approved. 3. That the request of Norman Spencer Pierce for permission to split property to provide one additional lot for Tract 4731, south side of Lugonia Avenue to Brockton Avenue extended, west of Church Street, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Pierce addressed the Council in protest to part of the Engineering Department recommendations. After consider- able discussion, this request for a lot split by Mr. Pierce was tabled for two weeks on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. 4. A request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction of an elementary school on the northwest corner of Western Avenue and Columbia Street was recommended for approval with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this Conditional Use Permit was approved with the understanding that water line extension provisions will be worked out with the Water Department. 5. That the development of a private swimming club for approximately 200 members located south of Brookside Avenue west of San Mateo Street, be approved subject to. the provisions as set forth in the minutes pf the Planning Commission. Several citizens were present with interest in this recommendation of the Commission. Clerk Whaley read a letter of protest from Mr. Gilbert Larson and one from Emma Haberman and Edith Taylor, as well as a petition with 20 signatures against the plan. From the audience Mr. Herbert Gage, Mr. Gilbert Larson and Mr. George Little voiced disapproval. Speaking for the plan were Mrs. Elaenor Williams, Mr. Joseph Tracy, Mr. and Ors. Brovar. After the discussion it was moved by I Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, that the decision of the Council be tabled pending further efforts of the proponents of the plan to reach a cooperative agreement with those opposed. 6. That Tentative Map of Tract 4833, located east side of Crown Street between Cedar and Crescent Avenues , E.D. Nickerson, owner, be approved subject to provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Nickerson addressed the Council in protest to Items 1 and 8, Engineering Depart- ment recommendations, After considerable discussion, the Council on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded ru, 433 by Councilman Osbun, approved the recommendations as submitted with the exception of Item 8, to be changed as provided by the City Engineer. 7. That the application for a Conditional Use Permit for construction of a convalescent hospital on Terracina Blvd, between 511 and 513, Mr. and ars. Richard T. Posvic, owners, be approved with pro- visions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Department. A large group of interested citizens were present to protest this approval. Clerk Waley read a petition against it with 44 signatures. Mr. Joseph Ciano, speaking as representive of the group present, cited the various objections,; property depreciation, traffic hazard, noise, etc. Councilman Osbun stated 1 that he did not feel that the need for this particular location had been provedand that he felt the property owners were justified in their protest. Councilman Morlan did not feel that a clear need of ii such a hospital inihis location had been shown. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Council- approval of man Morlan, and carried, the recommendation of the Planning Commission for this Conditional Use Permit it I was denied. II o )-1 Planning Director Conner presented for final approval a Lot Split requested by Mr . Hans Warjone. n1 � ct Approval given on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From Mr. E.D. Nickerson, a request that the bond posted with the City to cover development of Tract 3235 be extended as the work will not be completed before time expires on this bond. Mr. Nickerson was i informed that it would be necessary to purchase a new bond. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this request was then approved. • From the B.P.O. Elks, a request for waiver of Business License Fee for Rudy Brothers Indoor Circus for two performances on Saturday, January 21, 1956. As this is.:a charity benefit, all proceeds to be used for the Elks major project, Cerebral Palsy and Youth Activity, approval was given on motion of Council- II man Romo, seconded by Councilman Dsbon. CLAIMS City Clerk Whaley presented a claim from Attorney Rex Cran er in the amount of $11.78 for damage I done to his parked automobile by a police car. Upon recommend tion of the City Attorney, it was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, that this claim be paid. CWMUNICATIONS The following communications were presentedand Bead: From Mrs. George Armacost on behalf of the Junior High P.T.A. Board, a request that the City con- l sider the installation of some traffic control in the Senior and Junior High School area. Councilman Anderson suggested this be referred back to the school board. ;I From Walter Page, Acting Postmaster, City of Redlands, a communication relative to the street numbering system in the City of Redlands. From Brooke Sawyer Insurance Company, Comprehensive Automobile Policy No. AC 67067 covering Ralph I, Ali D. Houghton, dba Houghton's Ambulance Service. From the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, notification of application for an alcoholic beverage license by the B.P.O.Elks Lodge //583. UNFINISHED BUSINESS This was the time set for a public hearing on Resolution of Intention No. 797, a resolution of the l City of Redlands to close a portion of Tennessee Street north of Brookside Avenue for purpose of re- alignment. No protests to this work being forthcoming, Resolution No. 797, a Resolution Ordering the I I `" Ltd Work, was then adopted by the following roll-call-vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Homo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. NAYS: None ABSENT: None The matter of the sale or lease of a 501 lot adjacent to and a part of the City Yards on Oriental Ave,. was discussed at this time. Mr. Berg, of the Redlands Feed and Milling Company, which firm is desirous of ac acquiring the lot for expansion of their business, informed the Council that, because of costly improve- ments to be made on the lois company was not interested in a short term lease. The matter of a short term lease had been considered pending the acquisition of suitable land by the City from the S.P.R.R. to use as a pipe storage yard, for which purpose the above lot has been used. Councilman Osbun favored immediate sale of the lot, with the chance that the railroad property can be obtained. After considerable AAA_ Q , .I a 6{. discussion a ResolutionlinsCructing the City Attorney to draw up the necessary deed of sale was intro- duced by Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, &and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Ramo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. NAYS: None ABSENT: None Manager Workman presented a communication from Matich Brothers, relative to the error in price quotation in their bid on furnishing asphaltic paving materials to the City for the Coming year. Attorney Wilson recommended that the intent of the bid be recognized and this recommendation was then accepted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. NEW BUSINESS Mrs. Ruth Davis requested Council approval of the subletting of a parcel of land on the south side ' of Highway 99 west of Texas Street to a Mr. William A. Stanley who plans to open a new and used car lot onthe site. This land is owned by the City and leased by Mrs. Davis, with six years to run before the expiration of said lease. Council had agreed that Mrs. Davis might sublet with the provision that any proposed tenant be approved by the Council. The Council at this time indicated approval of Mrs. Davis 's tenant. Planning Director Conner pointed out that this would necessitate Planning Commission study as this location is presently zoned for industrial use while the proposed use would be commercial. The Council assured Mrs. Davis that the proposal had their approval if the Planning Commission approved the zone variance. Manager Workman presented a Quitclaim Deed from the City of Redlands to the Security Title Company for the purpose of re-locating certain water lines in Tract 4811. This deed was approved and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to execute on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Council- man !Morlan. From the California Water and Telephone Company, a request for utility easement was presented by ManagerWorknan, Council withheld approval on this request until location can be checked out. The purchase of a new fire truck for the fire department was discussed at this time. The Council and management had recently inspected a Seagrave ladder truck, a demonstrator model being offered the City at a cost of $22,000.00. Attorney Wilson pointed out that such an expenditure of funds for public works customarily call for bids but that it was legal to buy directly when such a purchase could be made advantageously or when an emergency existed. Fire Chief Rundberg informed the Council that he cannot guarantee the present truck reaching a fire and recommends the purchase of this demonstrator. Council- man i1orlan questioned: " Is this definitely an emergency?" Chief Rundberg believes that it is, as the present equipment if the only ladder truck in the department and is over 24 years old. Councilman Morlan further questions: "Is the present truck unsafe for personnel?" Chief Rundberg states that it is. 435 Councilman Romo asks: "How much less is the quoted figure of $22,000.00 than a comparative price which might be submitted in bid?" The Fire Chief stated that from $32,000 to $35,000.00 is a standard price. Manager Workman then requested Council approval to transfer the necessary amount of approximately I' $22,000.00, plus tax, from the General Fund to the Capital Outlay Fund in order to finance this purchase. f On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this trensfer was approved. Manager Worpan reported on negotiations with Mr. Edward Curtis relativeto his offer of Mill Creek Water stock to the City. Mr. Curtis now offers Lt hours of this stock at $5,500.00 per hour, plus a "B" Contract for 100 inches an hour on a twelve month basis. The Council approved this offer and authorized Manager `Workman to negotiate on this basis. Councilman Morlan moved thatthe auditing firm of Cotton and Francisco be employed to conduct a sur- II vey of the cost accounting system presently used bythe City and to submit their findings in a written report, cost of survey to be $300.00/ Motion seconded by Councilman Osbun and carried. REPORTS ,n The following reports were presented and orderedfiled: .? —t From the Police Department, the City Treasurer, Cemetery Department, and the Building Inspection ct Department for the month of November, 1955. Bills and Salaried fere ordered paid as approved by the Finance Department. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. I, Attest: Harry tt. Whaley City Clerk ISI I Mayor• the City of Redlands ii -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- 11 Redlands, California December 20, 1955 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk 1+haley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Robert C Clark, Assembly of God Church. A motion was regularly made 'and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensedwithand same be approved. BIDS As this was the time set for the awarding of the bid on a service contract to furnish and maintain automobiles for the Police Department, the City r�anager and the Purchasing Department brought in the recommendation that the bid of Loge and Yountm being the lowest bid received, be approved. Councilman Romo wished to go over the bids once more as well as to have them chacked again by the City Attorney. Later in the meeting the Council expressed unanimous approval of this bid and on motion of Councihnan it Anderson, seconded by Councilman Marian,' aid carried, the City Manager was authorized to negotiate such II a lease-contract with Loge and Yount, Ford Agency, for a two year period. L I r - 436 PLANNING CO'Th1ISSION RECCFv.ENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held December 13, 1955, the following recommendations were submittedtothe Redlands City Council: 1. That Tentative Map of Tract 5191, Palm Fields Unit No. 3, located on the north side of Cedar Avenue between San Mateo Street and Serpentine Drive, Gordon Fields, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth' in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. The request of Mr. Howard H. Brovar and Mr. John H. Stanley for approval of the Meadow Brook Club, a private swimming club proposed to be developed on the north side of Magnolia Avenue, extended, south of Brookside Avenue and west of San Mateo Street, had been tabled at the last meeting of the Council. The Planning Commission had approved the request but because of subsequent objections by adjoining prop- erty owners the Council had delayedfinal action. Appearing both for and against the development were numerous property owners from the area. Clerk Whaley read three letters and a petition with 40 signa- tures, all for the plan. Speaking personally for it were Mr. Brovar, Mr. Stanley, Mr. Shannon. Against it were mr. George Little, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Larson, Mrs. John Krup and Mr. Herbert Gage. After con- diderable discussion, the Council agreed that, desirable and worthy as the project appeared to be, it constituted a variance to the Zoning Ordinance, which ordinance had been adopted to protect the property owner most likely to be effected by such a variance. It was therefore moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, that this request be denied. A request for a lot split for Mr. Norman Pierce, to provide one additional lot for Tract 14731, had also been tabled at the last meeting pending a revision of the Engineering Department recommendations. At this time it was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Marian, with the pro- visions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission of 29 November, 1955, with the exception of Item 2, Engineering Department Recommendations, to be amended as follows: "Pay to the City of Redlands the estimated cost of installing curb, gutter and 18' of pavement fronting the lot in Tribune Street from which Lot A is to be split." Motion carried. APPLICATIONS Mrs. Lulu Knickerbocker brought an oral petition to the Council relative to the necessity of having . the time changed for hearing on a traffic citation. The City Attorney informed Mrs. Knickerbocker that the Council had no jurisdiction over the Justice Court but that they felt that Judge Harrawood would cooperate fully if she would contact his office. From the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, notification of application for transfer of 'On-Sale, General' license from Gregor L. Schulte, deceased, to Lillian E. Schulte. COMITNICATIONS The following communications were presentedandread: Copy of summary of information to Board of Supervisors regarding basis 'for sales tax consideration. Minutes of the City-County Coordinating Committee meeting of December lit, 1955. Copy of Resolution No. 3370, a resolution of the City of Ontario, requesting the Board of Super- visors to contract with the State of California for the collection of 1% County Sales Tax; the tax collected within cities to be returned in full to the cities, other than state collection costs, and the tax collected in unincorporated areas to be returned to the County. From the University of California, Department of Engineering, notice of 8th annual CalifornieStreet and Highway Conference to be held at the U. of C. Los Angeles campus January 25-27, 1956. 437 Fmomthe Redlands Horticultural and Improvement Society, relative to tie development of the City-owned triangle of land at West State Street and Texas Street as a park. From the Boyle Engineering Company, an inviattion to the Council to attend a Christnas party Dec.23 at Newport Peach. From Mrs. Stephen Dana, President, Redlands Girl Scout Council, a letter of appreciation for the use of the City Hall Park for the Girl Scouts' County Fair. RESOLUTION NO. 798 From the State of California, Division of Highways, engineering memorandum of agreement providing for expenditure of gas tax allocations to cities covering engineering for the fiscal year ending June 30, 19561 Resolution No. 798, a resolution of the City of Redlands adopting this Memorandum of Agreement was intro- duced by Councilman Morlan, and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYE: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAY: None ABSENT: None UNFINISHED PUSINESS Cg Manager Workman brought the Council a progress report on a recent survey made of angle parking in the City. The Council felt that, as recommended by the Police Department and the Street Department, all angles parking in the outlying and residential areas should be eliminated andrecommendedthat a new ordinance be drawn up covering this traffic problem. NEW BUSINESS. A contract between the City of Redlands and Roy V. Shutt, Calimesa, for the collection of garbage from restaurants, hotels, markets, schools and hospitals within the City for the year 1956 was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo. A contract betweenthe City of Redlands and Ralph D. Houghton, Jr., to provide ambulance service for the City of Redlands for the year ending December 31, 1956, Was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. II CITY MANAGER Manager kbrkrnan reported to the Council on the condition of the present heating plant: in the Fire ,I ij Department, Needed repairs will cost $850.00. New forced air heating system and necessary duct work will cost $1,050.00. Because the small difference in cost would soon be made up in saving on fuel and electri-' city, it was moved by Councilman Osbun, that the necessary funds be authorized from the Contingent Fund toil make the new installation. Motion seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried. Mr. Workman brought up the problem of acquisition of suitable sites for the new dog pound and a new city dump. No action by the Council at this time. The City Manager informed the Council that salary conditions would probably have to be faced before II the next fiscal year, particularly in the Police and Fire Departments. The Council requested comparison reports from cities comparable in size to Redlands in order to evaluate present salaries. Councilman Romo suggested that some sort of Employees ' Association might be advantageous in working out salary probleIs and a better understanding between management and employee. Manager hbrkman stated that the move to organize such a group would have to be initiated by the employees but that he would be happy to work with 'I such a group. CITY ATTORNEY Mayor Elkins at this time submitted the name of Edward Taylor for appointment as City Attornyg at a it starting salary of $7,200.00 per year, effective February 1, 1956. On motion of Councilman Morlan, ,A4 seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this appointment was approved. ORDI!!ANCES Ordinance No. 1005, an ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the possession of "Pin Games" I "Marble Games" and other similar devises in the City of Redlands, introduced by Mayor Elkins and laid over under the rules. Councilman Anderson at this time reviewed' the Auditor's report with its recommendation to hire the County to collect City taxes and moved that the Attorney bring in an ordinance effecting this change, 111said ordinance to be presented for first reading at the Council meeting of January 3, 1956. Motion seconded by Councilman Morlan and carried. City Treasurer Woltman was directed to bring in a report on what the City might lose in penalities and costs on delinquent taxes. WATER CONTRACTS WITH 'OPTION Th . Water contracts with 'Option B1 from Ralph N. and Martha V. Ewing to Standard Life Insurance Com- pany and between the City of Redlands and Gerry N. Van Ness were presented and the Mayor and Clerk aut-orized to execute on behalf of the City of Redlands on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. BIlls and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further buiness demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: itt/(__Sthil , City k ^1 ®4 yIA n+- w , ,b ,,1 e✓V, Mayor0 the City of Redlands, California I -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California January 3, 1956 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Wilson, City Clerk bhaley, City Manager Workmanand Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Robert L. Larson, First Baptist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the bouncil having previously examined the record of the min;ites of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with I and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Gene Malone addressed the Council at this time, stating that it had been the intent of the Chamber of Commerce Parking Committee to present formal petitions for the formation of a Parking District at this meeting. However, the committee still lack a couple of signatures from out of town property I owners and expect to receive them in two or three days at which time the petition will be filed with the City Clerk. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held December 27, 1955, the following recommenda- tions were submitted to the City Council: ,_ r--14 4:39 1. That the request of Fred Wurster for permission to split property located on the north side of East Sunset Drive North to provide two building sites be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, this recommendation of the the Planning Commission was approved. j 2. That the request for a Conditional Use Permit for a Club House for the Philip Marmolejo Post No. 650 of the American Legion to be established on property located on the south side of Pioneer Avenue II 1300 feet east of Church Street:be denied. Commander Howard E. Price on behalf of the Post, at this time withdrew the request for this Conditional Use Permit. j 4 3. It was unanimously agreed by the City Council that the interpretation of an American Legion Club is a civic or community club. 4. That the request for a House Moving Permit to move a cafeteria building from the Lincoln School !, property on Texas Street to a temporary site be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This request was made by Philip Marmolejo Post 650, American Legion. It was ' C I /'� moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, that a permit be given to move this li .-' building to the changed location, ( as requested) on Church Street, pending a Public Hearing by the ic Planning Commission for a Conditional Use Permit. 5. That the request of Mrs. RUth Davis for zone change from Light Industry to Highway Commercial for property located on the northwest corner of Texas Street and Highway 99, property owned by the City and leased to Mrs. Davis, be approved by a resolution for adoption of Amendment No 2 to the Zoning IIIOrdinance of the City of Redlands. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried , the request of Mrs. Davis for Zone change from M-1 to C-4 for phe above property was approved. Planning Commission Resolution No. 109, for adoption of amendment No. 2 to the Zoning Ordinance was , unanimously approved by the Council. (by the Planning Commission) 6. Public Hearing was held at this time for Zoning Change to permit the development of a Shopping Center on the west side of Highway 99 between Cypress and Palm Avenues. Gordon Fields, Inc., developer. Because the Planning Commission felt that statement of clarification was necessary from the City Council of the language of Section 2 4.40, Paragraph kb) of the Zoning Ordinance, the requested change in zone was recommended denial at this time. Council action: Clarification of Zoning Ordinance No. 1000: It was moved by Councilman Morlan for adoption of an amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1000 as follows: Section 24.40, Paragraph B, shall read: "Said District shall be located not closer than one mile from IF any other C-2 District." Councilman Romo seconded this motion and it carried unanimously. Councilman I Morlan then moved that this request be referred back to the Planning Commission with this approved amendment and that Mr. Field submit to the Planning Commission and the City Council an economic analysis as to the potential of this shopping center. Motion seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried. Planning Director Conner requested the Council give consideration to the adoption of a resolution authorizing the change of some of the street names in the Braemar Homes Tract. After considerable dis- I cussion, Resolution No. 799 authorizing changes as follows was adopted on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson: TEXAS STREET from HIGHWAY 99 to its intersection with CENTER STREET bet banged( Ao CENTER STREET. II CENTER STREET south from VEST STATE STREET, 171.71 feet, be changed to CENTER PLACE. � BRAEMAR DRIVE, east of CENTER STREET and bordering Lots 12 to 20, inc., of Tract 4205, be changed to PINE AVENUE. BRAPMAR DRIVE, bordering Lots 1 to 11 and 20 to 29, inc., of Tract 4205 be changed to MICHIGAN STREET. 1 I 1 A ' i.ry /Fr A 04 APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application by S.S. Gilbert and Kenneth B. Brown for permit to operate a taxi-cab business from the bus depot, said business to be known as the Redlands Cab Company, As all requirements for license and insurance have been contracted for and the petition had the approval of the Police Department, the application was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. COMMUNICATIONS The followning communisations *.•were presentedand read: From the Robin Hood Sportswear, Citrus and Fourth Streets, an invitation to the City Council to vist their factory in order to see their growth in a ten year period. From the Colonel Insurance Company, notice of cancellation of Liability Insurance on Robert P. Mainous and/or Esther Mainous dba Bob's Taxi and dba Peterson's Auto Service. Cancellation ordered be- cause operation of services has ceased. From the State Controller, Robert C. Kirkwood, apportionment of Motor Vehicle License Fees for the period June 1, 1955 through November 30, 1955. From the Joint Interim Committee on Transportation Problems, California Legislature, notice of hearing to beheld in Riverside on February 1 and 2, 1956, for purpose of obtaining information from officials of local government pertaining to certain highway matters. From Mrs. Mary K. Shirk, Kimberly Crest, Prospect Park, a request that the City five consideration to the installation of better lighting on Prospect Drive. As vandals recently caused a great amount of destruction on the grounds. of Mrs. Shirk's estate, it was the unanimous wish of the Council to give ' any help possible consistent with the policy of the Street Lighting Department, Manager Workman was authorized to work out any additional lighting installation with Mrs. Shirk. While the Council was discussing the potential hazard of poorly lighted sections, Mr. Glenn Emmerson addressedthe Council in person, pointing out the increasing hazard incurred by inadequate lighting at Center Street and Brookside Avenue, This problem is becoming increasingly dangerous since Center Street has been extended across Brookside Avenue to the Braemar Homes. The City Manager and Street Lighting Department were directed to investigate. UNFINISHED BUSINESS From the California Water and Telephone Company, a request for a pole line easement across a Portion of Lot 2, Block 35, Addition 'No. 1 to the Second Preliminary Map of Redlands was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. ORDINANCE NO. 1005, an ordinance of the City of Redlands prohibiting the possession of "Pin Ball Machines", "Pin Games," "Marble Games" and othersimilar devices, declaring such devices and other devices and equipment to be a nuisance, providing for the abatement thereof, and making the violation l thereof punishable as a misdemeanor, presented, teed for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote:- AYE; oterAYE: Councilmen Osb-4in, Morlan, Ramo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. ' NAY: None ABSENT; None NEW BUSINESS The matter, Of the closing of Fern Avenue east of Highway 99 was brought up for discussion at this time. This closing has been held in abeyance for a number of months pending agreement between the City and the Redlands Schools on one of the provisions of the closing, specifically, the widening of Church Street between Fern Avenue and East Central Avenue. The school had indicated at that time their 441 agreement to all engineering provisions except the street widening. Also, at that time, the previous Council had agreed to assist in the engineering requirements up to the amount of $2,000.00. After reviewing the matter, it was moved by Councilman Osbun that the City proceed with the closing of Fern 11 Avenue after the school has met the provisions of the Engineering Department with particular reference i' to the widening of Church Street. Motion seconded by Councilman Anderson and carried. ii ORDINANCE NO. 1006, an ordinance of the City of Redlands relating to the Tax Procedure Law was introduced at this time by Councilman Anderson and read in detail. This was followed by a ten page 1 J ' report compiled by City Treasurer Harry kbltman. Mr. Wolman went through this report page by page 1 with the Council, explaining each of the important factors and problems relevant to the subject, such 1i1 as; Tax Delinquency; State Board of Equalization Action; Relative importance of Property Tax Income to our Financial Picture; Budgetary Dislocations; Survey of other Cities under County Max Administra- ' tion; Tax Control over Land Subdivisions and Lot Splits; Service to our Citizenry; and Local Autonomy. i1 This very comprehensive report had been drawn up by Mr. hbltman to outline the advantages to the City II CD in administering their own tax service rather than turning this function over to the County. Mr. holt- 1 :1 man pointed out that the cost to the City for the additional help required during the running of the tax roll is approximately $1575.00 which could easily be offset in a year of two with automatic billing machines. Councilman Morlan suggested the City Treasurer and the City Clerk bring in a supplemental report on savings possible with some automation. The foregoing report of the City Treasurer will be on file in theoffice of the City Clerk. ORDINANCE NO. 1007, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, intro- duced by Councilman Morlan, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. Manager Workman reported that the City had received a request from the Grand Central Rocket Company) for the City to construct a 10 or 15,000 square foot warehouse for their firm on land they now lease from the City. No action by the Council. Councilman Remo brought to the attention of the Council the deplorable' condition of the public rest rooms in the basement of the City Hall. The Council agreed that this was a bad situation to control and1 recommended that Manager Workman work out some plan with the janitor whereby these rest rooms would be locked when the City Hall is closed and locked. Mayor Elkins presented the names of Mr. Edwin Hales and Mr. Isaac Ford for re-appointment to the PlanningCommission for terms of three years, and of Mr. N. Dushane Hynson for re-a ointment to the J'n PP Library Board, for three years, all terms to run from 1/6/56 to 1/6/59. These reappointments were 11 unanimously approved. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. 1111 No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. 1tr'/c: Attest: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk Mayor(o the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- 1i ail 11 1 11 r- .11_ 1(4)9 Redlands, California January 17, 1956 7:oo o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk l^h:aley, City Attorney Wilson, City Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Also, the new City Attorney, Edward F. Taylor, who takes office February 1, 1956. Absent: None The meeting was openediwith the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Lt. John Racheleau, Salvation Army Corps. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously ex- amined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. PLANNING COIMISSION. RECG4MENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held January 10, 1956, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That a request for Zone change from R-1 to M-1( Light industrial) for property located onthe north side of San Bernardino Avenue and east side of Texas Street, request made by the Redlands Heights Groves, Inc., be denied. At this meeting of the Council, Mr. William hbatherwax, for the Redlands Heights Groves, Inc., requested postponement of this hearing until the next Council meeting. Accordingly, decidion on the above matter was tabled at this time. 2. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 50611, Country Club Terrace, west side of Country Club Drive north of Mariposa Drive, owner, Homes of Merit, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this recommendation was approved. Planning Director Conner presented for final approval Lot Split #113, Mr. K. N. Matthews, lest Fern Avenue, Approval was given on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried. From the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, a resolution was read requesting the re-submission of Section 211.00, Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, to the committees of the Real Estate Board, Contractors, and Chamber of commerce. Ordinance No. 1007 an emendment to this section of the Zoning Ordinance, had been introduced and given first reading at the last meeting of the Council. Second reading was con- tinued at this time to permit a Public Hearing with the Planning Commission at which time the above named committees can be heard. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From Milton Gair, an application for water service at the west end of Vinton Way. In return for this service Mr. Gair offers the City three shares of Redlands Heights Water stock with all assessments paid. Water Superintendent Ritchie informed the Council that water capacitor in that area was adequate to give this new service. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, I ' this request was approved on condition the three shares of water stock are turned over to the city and all other costs met. From Mr. Horace Hinckley, a request for domestic water connection at the southeast corner of Sun- set and Edgemont Drives. In exchange for this service Mr. Hinckley offers the City two shares of East Lugonia Water stock and agrees to abide by all rules and regulations regarding new connections and service charges. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, this application was approved. 14.4 4,13 From the Lugonia Parent and Teachers Association and from Mr. Fred Heisner, superintendent, Red- lands Public Schools, two requests that a school crossing guard be provided at the intersection of North Orange Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. Police Chief Brown stated that this is a dangerous crossing and recommended that such a guard be provided if possible. He pointed out that funds from jl traffic fines can be used to pay for this service. It was moved by Councilman Romo that money be diverted from the fines fund to pay a crossing guard on a temporary basis, untilthe end of the school year. Mostionneconded by Councilman Osbun and carried unanimously. From the Lugonia Parent and Teachers Association a request that early consideration be given to the installation of sidewalks on ithe south side of Pennsylvania Avenue from Orange Street to the new Lugonia School Building, and that Pennsylvania be surfaced from Orange Street past the school. This request was referred to the office of the City Manager for study and recommendation. COMMUNICATIONS — i The following communications were presentedaid read: C4 From Dr. Joseph E. Bruggman, University of Redlands, a communication in support of the proposed ..r new shopping center. From Miss Harriet Barr, teacher in the Redlands Schools, a letter recommending the City approve the plan for the new shopping center. From the San Bernardino County Board of Trade, an invitation to City officials to attend a dinner meeting with the Joint Interim Committee on Transportation at the Orange Show Cafeteria on February 1, 1956. From the Automobile Club of Southern California, notice that the Auto Club will cease the sale, installation and maintenance of traffic signs as soon as possible. From the Public Utilities 6ommission, notice of hearing in the matter of the application of the Southern California Edison Company for authority to alter, amend and revise their existing rules and regulations. From the Colonial Insurance company.,Policy CV 512649, L.A. Commercial Vehicle policy covering . S.S. Gilbert and Kenneth B. Brown dba Redlands Cab Company. II From Mr. Henry J. Wilson, 121 Summit Avenue, a communication requesting that some further consider- ation be given to the enforcement of a dog control ordinance. Mr. Wilson points out that the Humane Officer is handicapped under the existing regulations unless a citizen files a nuisance complaint. He also noted that their neighborhoos is disturbed by the constant braying of a burro kept close by. The new City Attorney was requestedto give some squdy to Ordinance No. 996, introduced last year but not adopted. No.856 is the existing ordinance. Councilman Romo indicated that he would be glad to work with the Attorney and any interested committee. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Manager Workman brought the Council reports of the audit recently conducted by the auditing firm of Cotton and Francisco. Copies of this report were distributed to the Council members. ORDINANCE NO. 1006, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, relating to the tax procedure law, specifically, the collection of City taxes by the County. This ordinance was introduced and had its first reading at the last meeting of the Council. At that time City Treasurer ktltman and City Clerk khaley were directed to bring in further data on the possible economy of local administration, (cost to the City in administering their own tax program versus the cost with County administration.) I " 444 Mr. Woltman at this time brought the Council additional figures on savings possible, particularly with the purchase of a billing machine. After much discussion, the ordinance was put to vote and defeated by the following roll-call vote: AYE: Councilman Anderson NAYS: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, and Mayor Elkins ABSENT: None Mr. Woltman then requested a decision by the Council as to the purchase of this billing machine, which the City has an opportunity to purchase at this time at a savings of approximately $2,500.00. It was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and unanimously carried, that this machine be purchased at a cost not to exceed $2,000.00. ORDINANCE NO. 1007, was continued to the next meeting as recommended in the early part of the meeting. NEW BUSINESS The Police Department sent in recommendation that boulevard 'STOP' signs be installed at Alta Street off the Terrace on East Colton Avenue and at the exits from the University of Redlands onto East Colton Avenue. The City Attorney was directed to prepare the necessary ordinance. An Agreement for Joint Use of Poles between the City of Redlands and the Southern California Edison Company was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, said agreement subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Manager Workman brought to the Council a request from the County of San Bernardino that the City p participate with the County in re-paving Tennessee Street and then the City accepting said street for maintenance. Tennessee Street is the western city limits boundary line and the City's share of cost of re-paving would be approximately $1,500.00. The Manager and the City Engineer recommend this request be denied and that the County be asked to maintain Tennessee Street. The Council indicated a wish to con- fer further with the County relative to the maintenance of flood control ditches and the City Manager, City Engineer and Councilman hderson will arrange such a meeting. Manager Workman presented for Council consideration copies of a proposed schedule of inspection charges to be set up by the Inspection Department, Council will study and bring in recommendations at the next meeting. Mayor Elkins brought a report to the Council on the meeting of the City-County Coordinating Council with particular regard to the issue of state collection of city sales tax. Mayor Elkins announced that certain cities have voted to compromise on a 5% basis. This brought forth a long discussion with no definite recommendations except that Mayor Elkins continue to attend the meetings and report develop- ments. PETITION FOR FORMATION OF PARKING DISTRICT At this time City Clerk Whaley presented to the City Council a certificate that a petition for the formation of a Vehicle Parking District under the Vehicle Law of 1943 in the vicinity of Citrus Avenue and Orange Street in the City of Redlands was filed in the office of the City Clerk on January 6, 1956, ' and that it was signed by the requisite number of signers as specified in Section 31530 of the Streets and Highways Code. RESOLUTION NO. 800, ordering the Debt Limit Report for the above Parking District was presented by Attorney Wilson, read in detail and adopted bythe following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins NAY: Councilman Osbun ABSENT: NONE 4 = ' Mr. Charles Pierpoint, Business Manager, University of Redlands, asked the Council for a ruling relative to parking requirements for new commercial buildings pending the formation of the proposed parking district. The University wishes to start construction of a commercial building shortly and under the zoning ordinance will be required to furnish i to i square footage parking area. The proposed! building will be in the parking district if such district is successfully completed, It was recommended) by Councilman Osbun that the Attorney draft an ordinance which would require a payment of 35% of the assessed land value into an off-street parking fund in lieu of the 1 to 1 footage requirement. When such a parking district is formedm deposit to be refunded' to the property owner. Councilman Morlan informed the Council that Mayor McWatters of Ontario will be attending a meeting of the Board of Directors, League of California Cities, and would be able to present any questions the local Council might desire answered. Mayor Elkins felt that the Council would appreciate clarifi- cation of the amount to be charged by the State for collection of Sales Tax. C REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: Fire Department, Cemetery Department, Building Inspection Department for the month of December, 1955. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: Harry R. Whaley ' City Clerk -91-11444L _ ayor . e the City of Redlands, California -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California February 7, 1956 7:00 o'clock R4 A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: 1'ouncilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Taylor, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Montgomery. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Paul Kirk, Christian Missionary Alliance Church. At this time a motion was made by Councilman Osbun that the last sentence in Paragraph 3, Item 1, Page i , of the minutes of the of the last regular meeting ; quote" When such a parking district is formed, deposit to be refunded to property owners" be deleted. Motion seconded by Councilman Romo and carried unanimously. A motion was then regularly made and seconded that the minutes of the last regular meeting, as amended,be approved and the reading thereof be dispensedwith. BIDS At this time Clerk Wnaley was authorized to advertise for bids for the following: it The City's requirements for gasoline and oil for a twelve months period ending March 31, 1957. Labor and material covering installation of a 12 inch steel pipe line on San Mateo Street from II Brookside Avenue to Olive Avenue TandtonoOlive Avenue west to Lakeside Avenue. A well pumpfor the newlydrilled well in the Mentone Area. I Two motorcycles for the Police Department. 1 LAA 446 The question of financing the cost of the new well pump and necessary pipe to connect to the water system was discussed and on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, the Water Department was authorized to transfer the necessary money from the contingency fund to cover this cost. CERTIFICATE OF AWARD Former City Attorney, Paul B. Wilson, was at this time presented a Certificate of Award for twenty years od meritorious service to the City of Redlands by Mayor Elkins. ORAL PETITIONS Luther Holden of the L & L Paint Store requested a variance to the Sign Ordinance to permit the in- stallation of a V type sign in front of his place of business. On recommendation of the building in- spector the variance was granted and the permit approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Mr. Arthwell Hayton requested permission to erect a sign advertising space for rent in the proposed Medical-Dental building to be constructed facing Brookside Avenue just west of the new Daily Facts building. After looking at the artist's conception of the proposed sign a motion was made by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, to grant the request for a period not to exceed six months from this date. PLANNING COMMISSION RECCt4NENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlads held January 24, 1956, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: ' 1. That the Chairman and secretary shall sign on behalf of the Planning Commission Resolution No.RPC 110, "Resolution for adoption of Amendment No. 3 to the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Redlands" and that a certified copy of said Resolution, and related material, be transmitted to the City Council. Attorney Taylor recommended that Resolution No, RPC.110 be read. and filed and as the law requires a notice of of public hearing at least ten days before the adoption of an ordinance anending the Zoning Ordinance, that Ordinance No. 1007 be re-introduced at this time and a public hearing called for February 21, 1956. This recommendation was adopted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, and Ordinance No. 1007 was re-introduced and laid over under the rules. 2. That the request of the Philip Marmolejo Post No. 650 of the American Legion for a Conditional Use permit to permit the establishment of of Club House on property located on the east side of Church Street between San Bernardino Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was unanimously adopted. A letter from the Redlands Heights Groves withdrawing their petition for rezoning of certain of their) properties was read by Mr. Conner. SUBDIVISIONS Final Map of Tract #4276, Orangewood Estates, was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded I by Councilman Osbun. Final Map of Tract #4713, Olive Grove Subdivision, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, I APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS A request by the Redlands Community Music Association for the use of the Redlands Bowl for their summer concerts and rehearsals was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman g Morlan and the City Clerk authorized to work out necessary dates and details with the Music Association. An application by the Disabled American Veterans for permission to sell "Forget-me-nots" on the streets of Redlands on February 10, 1956, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by ii Councilman Osbun. An application by the Southern California Edison Company for a ten foot easement across City of Redlands property located northwesterly of 5th Avenue and easterly of the northerly prolongation of Rolling Hills Road and to superimpose a five foot easement granted the California Water and Telephone Company was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to sign the easement on behalf of the City. A copy of an Alcoholic Beverage License Apprlication for a wholesale Beer and Wine license in the name of W. M. Mooy and Company, 1617 Washaington, was presented and the Chief of Police was directed to protest same. CCMMUNICA TIONS From the Division of Highways suggesting a resolution be adopted authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign all supplemental agreements for the expenditure of Gas Tax money during the fiscal year without further Council action. After some discussion, Resolution No. 800 covering the above suggestions was adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAYS; None ABSENT: None From Matich Brothers, offering the use of their Radio facilities to the the City of Redlands whenever they should be needed. it From the City of Ontario reaffirming their attitude that there should be no sharing with the it County of Sales Taxes collected within the City. From Brooke Sawyer, a notification of the addition of the new fire ladder truck in the insurance policy covering the automotive equipment of the City of Redlands. From Alice Sedgwick, notification of an insurance policy covering a 1951 Plymouth sedan for the Orange Cab Company. From the City-County Coordinating Committee, copy of the minutes of their meeting of January 11th. From Leonard L. Murdy, Principal, Redlands Senior High School, thanking Mayor Elkins for his parti- cipation in the ground breaking ceremonies for the new High School buildings. From the Shoreline Planning Association of California, protesting the matching requirements when applied to disbursements from the Oil Royalty Fund by the State purchasing beach and park property. From the Ford Motor Company, notifying Mayor Elkins they were sending him a copy of the book, "Freedom of the Ameican Road" . From the Exchange Club of the City of Redlands, copy of a resolution commending the City Manager and the City Council in their selection of Wesley Brown as Chief of Police. From the Regional Water Pollution Control Board No. 8, notifying the City Council of a meeting to be held in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, Courthouse, Riverside, California on Friday February 17th at 1:30 P.M., for the purpose of the formal adoption of the tentative Revised Requirements for Disposal of Sewage and Industrial Wast/. From Mr. George Wzyte, 951 Wabash Avenue, Redlands, California, a request for a 3/4 inch Water Service connection on property loceated one-half block east of Wabash Avenue, on the north side of Panorama Drive. Mr. bhyte agreed to turn over to the City, free of cost, two shares of Redlands Water r 448 and to pay for the installation of the water service. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. From the American Humane Association, Denver, Colorado, an outline of the "Elements of an good I animal control program". Also offered to send a trained man to survey the City and its needs. Manager Workman was directed to contact the above association and arrange for a representive to come to Redlands. UNFINISHED BUSINESS The schedule of charges proposed by the City Engineer, for inspection, was presented and after some I study the Engineer was directed to prepare an amendment to Ordinance #909 setting up a system of chatges on the Unit iasis. It was also suggested by Councilman Anderson that this matter should be talked over with local builders. ORDINANCE NO. 1008, an ordinance of the City of Redlands creating a boulevard stop at the inter- section of Alta Atreet and Colton Avenue and stopping traffic entering Colton Avenue from the south, presented, read in detail and laid over under the rules. A request by the City Clerk that he be authorized to contract with the County Clerk for the addressing by addressograph the envelopes necessary to mail sample ballots to all registered voters in the City of Redlands for the General Municipal Election April 10, 1956. T his request was granted on motion of (Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Manager Workman presented a request to employ an additional man in the Engineering Department for the purpose of street and improvement inspection. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, (seconded by Councilman Morlan, and authorization was granted to place this position under salary schedule I range #14. The dedicated easement granted the City of Redlands for an alley over and across their property by the Trinity Episcopal Church, Inc., was duly accepted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. Manager Workman presented the recommendation of the 'Board of Review in regards to the employment of a Water Engineer for the City of Redlands. After due consideration the appointmentof Mr. John &ones, of Upland, California, was approved. Manager Workman presented a notice of the annual meeting of the Santa Ana River Water Association on Tuesday February 21, 1956, at the Rendezvous Restaurant, 3673 Sunnyside Street, Riverside, Aalifornia at 9:30 A.M. City officials invited. Manager Workman reported that all departments were staying well within their budgets and presented each Council member a copy of the budget report for the first six months of the fiscal year. I Manager Workman also presented to the Council members a copy of the Police Department report and the report of the City of Redlands to the Joint Interim Committee on Transportation Problems. CITY ATTORNEY At this time City Attorney Taylor gave a resume of this first week with the City. Attorney Taylor outlined what he felt would be needed in the way of a Law Library to permit him to carry on his position I :s City Attorney. The Council approved the purchase of the minimum books and coded necessary at this time withthe idea of enlarging the library as time went on. REPORTS The following reports were presentedand ordered filed: The City Treasurer, Building Department and Cemetery Department for the month of January, 1956. From Treasurer Woltman, a report covering Parking Meter receipts from the time they were installed, June 25, 1951 to December 31, 1955. 449 Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk 1(� �Xn{ � �l Mayor the City of Redlands. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- -, ' Redlands, California February 21, 1956 7:00 o'clock P.M. F A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Taylor, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper, Absent: None Gt The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend John DISI Foerster, First Evangelical Lutheran Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with II and same be approved. PUBLIC HEARING ON ORDINANCE NO. 1007, an amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1000. As this was the time set for a Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 1007, amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1000 as follows: Section 211.40 (b), Frequency of Districts The frequency of districts shall be determined by the need for the facilities listed in this district and based directly upon purchasing power available to support the district. Said districts shall be located not closerthan one mile from .any other C-2 District, (Neighborhood Shopping Center District) . Numerous interested citizens were present. Addressing the Council in protest to the adoption of the amendment were Mr. Clare Day, Mr. Arthur Gregory, Mr. Charles Graeber, Mr. Robert..Kahl, Mr. Robert Scarborough and Mr. Earl Witmer. For its adoption, Attorney Rex Cranrier on behalf of the proposed Gordon Fields Shopping Center. After lengthy discussion, Ordinance No. 1007 was adopted by the Council 'I with the following roll-call vote: AYES; Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAYS: None I! ABSENT: None. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Harold B. Belcher addressedthe Council with a request for a variance tothe Building Code which would permit an opening in the side wall of a building to be constructed on the west line of Lot 3, Block 111, Town Plat. Both Fire Chief Rundberg and Building Inspector Phelps agreed that this opening would be advantageous as there is a ten foot paved strip along the east side of the lot adjacent on the west. Mr. Belcher has received tentative agreement from the Southern California Gas Company whose building is on the lot adjoining on the west. He understands that any action is contingent upon their final approval. The Council was desirous of having the variance recorded in order to protect any future owner and upon assurance by the Attorney that this could be done the variance was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried unanimously. til ISL p" 4C50 PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS --- - -- -- - -- -------- 11 At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held February 14, 1956, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That the request of Felipe R. Roque for permission to split one lot from property located on the southeast corner of San Bernardino Avenue and Church Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. Mr. Roque addressedthe Council with a request for considerai tion of Items 2 and 4, Engineering Department Recommendations. After discussion, the recommendations of the Planning Commission were approved on motiotm of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, with the. exception that Item 2 shall permit the posting of bond to assure the work being done in three years or at such time as Churfh Street is improved; and Item 4 shall read 'Connect new lot to sewer' . 2. That the request of Mr. Fred W. Meyer for permissionto split one lot from property located on the west side of Chu rch approximately 300' north of the intersection of Church and Brockton be approve. with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Ander- son, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved with the provisions as outlined in the minutes of the Planning Commission. 3. That the request of Mrs. Anne C. Ferreira and Mrs. Mary B. Rezendes for permission to use a residence as a rest home for paying guests; said residence at 529 Brookside Avenue; be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Department. The foregoing recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, with the provisions as outlined in the minutes of the Planning Commission. 4. That the request of Lucille Keener for a Home Occupation Permit to make, as a hobby for sale, artificial flowers at her home at 416 West Clark Street be approved. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was ap- proved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Department. 5. That the request of Mr. and Mrs. Richard T. Posvic for approval of a site development plan to provide facilities for a convalescent hospital to contain approximately 20 beds , property located in an A-1 Zone on the north side of Highland Avenue between Dearborn and Lincoln Streets, be denied since the site does not meet area requirements of Ordinance No. 1000, Section 12.20. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the. Council concurred in the recom- mendation of the Planning Commission that this request be denied. 6. That the request of Reverend William H. Bell for permission to erect a sign for the Tbmple Baptist Church be approved. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Department. FINALISUBDIVISION::MAP: . On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, Final Map of Sub- division Tract 4810, Cypress and Highway 99, was approvedand the Mayor and Clerk was authorized to , sign on behalf of the City of Redlands. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications communications were presented and read: From the Redlands Coordinating Council, informing the City Council that organization had gone on an inactive status for an indefinite period of time. They would like the City to provide space in the City Hall for their records. Council indicated the City Manager WOfk this matter out with the organi- L nation's secretary, Richard L. Wilkerson. From the Public Utilities Commission, notice of application by the Metropolitan Coach Lines, the Pasadena City Lines and Glendale City Lines for authority to adjust rates. Also, from the above three SII applicants, financial statements for the year ending November 30, 1955. From W. M. Mooy and Company, Importers and Exporters, Salt Lake City Utah, letter informing the Council that their company has no current plane to obtain an alcoholic beverage license in the City of ail Redlands or its immediate surrounding area. From the Orange Belt Veterinary Medical Association, recommendations relative to rabies vaccination program. From "rs. Donald Oswald, Junior WomenTs Contemporary Club, a request that the Council endorse an effort to remove objectionable literature from the newsstands. Councilman Morlan stated the Council could endorse in theory and directed the Police Chief obtain the cooperation of the merchants in so far as possible. From Mayor Raymond H. Gregory of San Bernardino, copy of resolution adopted by the City of San S'. Bernardino relative to endorsing Congressman Hiestand's bill pertainingbt the securing of additional f..`z funds for fire prevention in So1,thern California. On motion of Mayor. Elkins, seconded by Councilman � I Morlan, and carried, the City of Redlands went on record with a similar endorsing resolution. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No. 1008, an ordinance of the City of Redlands designating East Colton Avenue at its intersection with Alta Street as a boulevard "STOP", read fortthe second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Andersonand Mayor Elkins. !j NAYS: None ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS Ordinance No. 1009, an ordinance of the City of Redlands designation East Colton Avenue as a boule- vard "STOP" at three exit intersections from the University of Redlands campus, introduced by Councilman Morlan, read in detail and laid over under the rules. Ordinance No. 1010, an ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting the Uniform Electrical Code an d repealing Ordinance No. 893, introduced by Councilman Romo, read in detail and laid over under the rules. Manager Workman brought the Council a report on a recent meeting between the Mentone Water users and the City of Redlands, and Assistant Manager Mercer presented each Council member with a written report and a graph for study. The matter of acquisition of property to the rear of the Police Station, very desirable for additional space for the Police Department, was discussed. Manager Workman was directed to investigate the possi- bilities II of obtaining these lots and report at the next meeting. Councilman Morlan brought to the attention of the Council the extent of compliance required from the School District in the matter of furnishing water stock on land acquired for school purposes, as set forth in Ordinance No. 988. Dr. Morlan suggestedthat a conference between the two public agencies the School Board and the City of Redlands, should accomplish a reasonable solution to this problem. Mayor Elkins pointed out the need for a cross-walk and pedestrian warning at the confluence of San Gorgonio Avenue, Buena Vista Street and Center Street in the vicinity of the new Braemar Homes tract. Referred to the Police Department for investigation and report. I_ A r 45,E REPORTS From the Fire Department for the month of January,1956 From the City Treasurer; General Fund Statement of Receipts and Budget Comparison for six months period, July 1 through December 31, 1955. • Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved bythe Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. bre-0Q)".1 Attest: Harry R. Whaley‘ City Clerk ' Mayorik the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California March 6, 1956 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Councilman Romo. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Frank Toothaker, First Methodist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examine. the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispended with and same be approved. BIDS As this was the time advertised forthe opening of bids on the following items: 1) Pipeline construction on San Mateo and Olive Streets for the water department 2) Two motorcycles for the police department 3) Gasoline and oil for the City's needs for the coming year, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: Pipeline construction: From S & E Construction Company, B & B Pipeline, Elmer Funkhouser, Robert Simon and L.J. Coughlin and Sons. After study by the Water superintendent and Purchasing Department the bid of L.J. Coughlin and Sons in the amount of 515,590.00, being the lowest and meeting the specifi- cations set by the City, was accepted and approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Motorcycles: The bid of Harrison Reno, San Bernardino, inthe total amount of $2,320.92 for two Har- ley-Davidson cycles, being the only bid submitted and meeting specifications, was acceptedaid approved on on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Gasoline and Oil: From the Union Oil Company, Standard Oil Company, Tidewater Associated, Texas Company, General Petroleum, Richfield Oil Company and Shell Oil Company. All bids dere referred to the City Manager and Purchasing Department for study and recommendation. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. H. B. Harmes addressed the Council relative to the requirements set forth bythe Planning Department for the approval of Tract 4731, Mel Investment Company, between Church and Tribune, Brockton Avenue extended. Mr. Harmes stated that his company had been unsuccessful in reaching any agreement with the owner of the adjoining grove in the acquisition of the 8 foot strip required for the extension of Brockton Avenue, nor would he permit'subdivider to connect to sewer and water lines. The City Attorney was 1 directed to prepare and submit a resolution authorizing the City to take this strip by right of eminent domain if some agreement cannot be reached between the grove owner and subdivider. Mr. A. R. Schultz addressedthe Council on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce with two requests; First, thatthe Council approve and authorize payment of the $1,500.00 budgeted forthe Chamber this year./� This authorization was given on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and carried unanimously. Second request wasthat the Council go on record with a resolution directed to the Board of Trustees of the Methodist Seminar urging their consideration of the City of Redlands as a location site and expressing interest in their proposed Seminar. Such resolution was authorized on motion pf Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. PLANNING COMMISSION RECGMMENDATIONS it At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held February 28, 1956, the following recommenda tions were submitted tote Redlands City Council: 1. That the request of Adrian L. Brown for permission to split one lot from property located on �. north side of Sylvan Blvd Between Division and Bonita Streets be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Department. Mr. Brown was present at to Council meeting to protest the recommendations of the Water and Park Departments. After considerable discussion and study of maps submitted, it was moved by Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, to table this split until an agreement can be reached between Mr. Brown and the two departments concerned in the recommendations. 2. That the request of Cleon W. Symonds. M.D., for a Home Occupation permit to maintain a con- ! sulting office for eye, ear, nose and throat patients at 7 Roma Street be denied. On :potion of Council- man Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, andcarried, the council concurred in the above recommendation to deny this request. 3. That the request of Lois Walker for a Home Occupation permit to establish a beauty shop in the residence at 815 East Colton Avenue be denied. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. Motion carried uannimously. 4. That the request of 0. B. London for permit to move a garage from the northeast corner of Church and Pennsylvania to 1636 Washington Street be approved with provisions as set forth in the Commission. This recommendation of the PlanningCommission was approved on minutes of the Planning pp motion of Councilman Osbun, and carried unanimously. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAPS Final Map of Tract 5191, Gordon Fields, Cedar Avenue, was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, Final Map of Tract 4833, E. D. Nickerson, was approved on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. Final Map of Tract 4784, A. Reimer, Colton and Lincoln, was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun,i seconded by Councilman Anderson. Final lot split for John R. Bruckhart, Jr., portion of Lot 2, Smith Tract, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. In connection with this split, a Grant Deed to the li City of Redlands of the south 7.0 feet of that portion of Lot 2, Smith Tract, from John R. and Elizabeth Bruckhart for street purposes was accepted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman it Osbun. A4 prw 45 4 APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from Gerald J. Root and K.C. Green for permission to keep 20 to 40 stands of bees on e'• the southeast corner of Sylvan Boulevard and Dearborn Street was approved on motion of Councilman Ander- son, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried unanimously. Applications for the use of the Redlands Community Bowl were approved as follows on motion of Coun- cilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson: Vera Lynn School of Dance July 5th, 1956 Footlighters August 4th and 6th, reheqrsals, August 8th, performance Community Music Association For dates listed on applications Council of Churches For dates as requested From the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, copy of application for 'Off-Sale' Beer and Wine from James H. Bramble and Henry Hardaway, dba Quality Market. From Mrs. Nina C. Lesher, a request for permission to connect her house at 1701 West San Bernardino Avenue, outside the city limits, to the City of Redlands outfall sewer which parallels her property on the east side was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. A Quitclaim Deed from the City of Redlands to the Scherer Olive Grove Development Company for that certain 20 foot right-of-way for storm ditch across Lot 7, Block P, Second Preliminary Map of Redlands, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. A request from Mr. George DeVries that diagonal parking be restored on East Citrus Avenue east of Orange Street was brought tothe Council by Manager Workman. The feeling of the 6ouncil was that it would be unwise to return to any diagonal parking. No action. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presentedand read: An anonymous letter urging that consideration be given to the annexation of a proposed subdivision on East Sunset Drive outside othe city limits. From the Regional Water Pollution Control Board No. 8, communication relative to the requirements fo • disposal of sewage and industrial waste and copy of Resolution 54-4 (Amended) of that Board. From the Chamber of Commerce, relative to budgeted contribution by the City in the amount of $1500.00, and itemized list of expenses. From the BbyrScoutt of America, Gray Council, Inc., letter in appreciation of the Mayor's interest and support during the 46th birthday of scouting. From the League of California Cities, Board of Directors, Major Policies and Program for year 1956. From Alice Van Boven, 446 Chestnut Avenue, communication relative to using junior traffic patrols I for school crossing guards. • From Controller of the State of California, statement of allocations of trailer registeration fees to counties. Manager Workman read a letter from Mr. Wilbur Vroman, Business Manager, Redlands Schools, relative to the Sale of water stock on land acquired by the School District for school purposes. The Council expressed a wish for a meeting to be arranged with the School Board, the Council and Water Department in an effort to arrive at some solution agreeable to all interested parties. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Mr. Gordon Fields addressedthe Council with a request that some consideration be given to the require- ments imposed on the subdivider in the subdivision of land. Mr. Fields stressed particularly the provi- sions of Ordinance No. 988, wa ter stock acquisition, which has made some of the lots in his latest sub- division cost as much as $1700.00 per lot for improvements. Council took no action, but Councilman Osbun LI A r Ordinance No. 1009, an ordinance of the City of Redlands designating East Colton Avenue as a boulevard and creating certain intersections as 'STOP' intersections, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call-vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAYS: None ABSENT; Councilman Romo. Ordinance No. 1010, an ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting the Uniform Electrical Code as amended was to have second reading and adoption at this time. Attorney Taylor informed the Council that two publications and a Public Hearing was called for on the adoption of the Code. He will arrange for the publications and set April 3, 1956, for the Public Hearing. NEW BUSINESS tax Ordinance No. 1011, an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate on unsecured personal property for the year $1.35 per $100.00 of assessed value, introduced by Councilman Osbun, read in de- tail and laid over under the rules. tit 1 Ordinance No. 1012, an amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, introduced by Councilman Osbun. This was referredto the Planning Commission for study and Public Hearing. Statement of franchise payment from the Southern California Edison Company to the City of Redlands in the amount of $4,368.12 for the year ending December 31, 1955. Resolution No. 800, a resolution of the City of Redlands calling the regular Municipal Election on April 10, 1956, presented and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAYS; None ABSENT: Councilman Romo City Attorney Taylor informed the Council it would be necessary to adopt a resolution agreeing to pay a contribution of $80,000.00 for the proposed parking district and Council indicated action will be taken later.It was pointed out that the City has already informally agreed to make a contribution. No action at this time. Mayor Elkins suggested the City Engineer bring in a report on cost of paving the street in front of the Smiley Library. Councilman Osbun suggested a check to see if more parking could be made available in that area. Manager Workman brought up the matter of legislation which would permit subsistance payment to police officers as a portion of wages for tax:purposes. The Council was dubious as to the interpretation of the work subsistance and instructed the City Attorney to investigate further and report at the I next meeting. A meeting between the City of Redlands and Mr. Clyde V. Kane, Division of Highways, for freeway routediscussion was set for Wednesday, March 7, 1956 at 3:15 P.M. in the City Hall. REPORTS The following reports were presented:and ordered filed: 111 City Treasurer, Police Department and Building Department for February 1956. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further bbussi�Cnnessss-dyeemanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: aH rry H, whale City Clerk 1113/41(J1*- AYUH PHS; C4 OF REDLANDS, CALIFORNIA iJ 0 0 Redlands, California March 20, 1956 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins; City Clerk Whaley, City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Taylor, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was openedwith the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by the Reverend Father Henry W. Keane, Sacred Heart Catholic Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously exa- mined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. BIDS The awarding of the bid for gasoline and oil to meet the needs of the City for the coming year was set for this time. It was the recommendation of the City Manager and the Purchasing Department that the bid of the Shell Oil Company on gasoline and of the Union Oil Company on motor oil, being best suited to the needs of the City and meeting all specifications, be accepted. So approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. Bids were opened at this time on a turbine pump for East Lugonia Well #6 from: Wintroath Pumps, Inc., Alhambra $2,476.12 Coe Machine Works San Bernardino 2,529.00 Ray Roberts Pumps & Equipment Redlands 2,381.35 Later in the meeting, afters tudy of the above bids by the Purchasing Department and the Water Superintendent, the bid of the Ray Roberts Pump and Equipment Company, being the lowest and best suited to the needs of the City and meeting all specifications, was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOWENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held March 13, 1956, the following recommendations w ere submitted to the Redlands City Council: 1. That the request of Ozelle Johnson for a Home Occupation Permit to do dressmaking from her home at 317 West Olive Avenue, Apt. 2, be approved with provisions as set forth M the minutes of the Planning Commission, This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman kn derson, and carried. 2. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 5266, located at northeast corner of Pioneer and Church, D. A. Collins, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 3. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 5281, northwest corner of Church Street and Brockton Avenue, G Gilbert G. Perry, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission, This recommendation was approved by the Council on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. Planning Director Conner brought back to the Council the request of Mr. Adrian Brown for permission to split property located on Sylvan Boulevard between Bonita and Division Streets for building sites. This request had been tabled pending an agreement between Mr. Brown and the Water Department and the Park Department relative to the provisions set forth by these departments. Mr. Brown informed the L 457 Council that a satisfactory compromise had been reached. After general discussion, the Council approved the request on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, with he recommendation 1 i that the Water Department confer further with Mr. Brown to see if a more satisfactory arran gement for bringing water to the lots cannot be arrived at than by easements from High Avenue. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Congressman Edgar W. Hiestand, acknowledgement of this City's resolution in support of legis- lation for increased funds for fire prevention and suppression in Southern California. From Samuel and Bette M. Finkler, a letter urging the City to come to a decision as soon as possiblel as to whether the property at 10 and 12 Cajon Street will be used in the proposed parking area. Mr. and Mrs. Finkler are the owners of that property and cannot renew leases under the present uncertainty. From the Colonel Insurance Company, notice of the addition of an automobile to the liability coverage carried on the Redlands Cab Company. From the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, notice of application for transfer of 'On-Sale Beer' license of the Village Tavern, 126 East Central Avenue, from Gerald and Charles Lipes to Arthur Burris and Glen Soffel. At this time Mayor Elkins presented City Manager Workman and Assistant City Manager Mercer with certificates of award for completion of a college course in municipal administration recently conducted at Mount San Antonio College. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No. 1011, an ordinance of the City of Redlands setting the rate and levying the tax on unsecured personal property at $1.35 for the year 1956, presented, read for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. If NAYS: None ABSENT: None Engineer Johnson brought the Council a report on the resurfacing of Vine Street between Fourth and Eureka Streets in front- of the Smiley Library. The estimated cost of this project would be approximately $1,300.00 to $1,500.00. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the Engineer was authorized to proceed with this work as weather permits. Manager Workman reported to the Council on the parking lot program, Mr. Workman stated that a new appraisal was necessary as a year had elapsed since the previous valuation. Two bids have been received I II for this work, which must be done before the debt limit report can be completed. On motion of Council- i man Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson, the Manager was authorized to negotiate for this appraisal withthe firm who can do the work at the earliest possible date, work to be completed in six weeks. Bids quoted were $1,150.00 and $1,200.00 ' Mr. Workman also reported on the proposed widening of Seventh Street between State and Citrus. I "fib Property owners have agreed to pay erre-third of the cost necessary to do this work, Mr. Workman stated that both Fourth and Sixth Streets would need this same improvement. The Council agreed to contribute it one-fourth of the cost of the Seventh Street improvement and by unanimous consent authorized the Manager to negotiate. iI 4 I � gob NEW BUSINESS Resolution No. 804, a resolution of the City of Redlands calling for the posting of vacant lots in the annual weed abatement program, presented and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilman Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins. NAYS: None ABSENT: None Copy of San Bernardino County Master plan recommendation and study prepared for the administrative facilities needed by the County was presented. Copy on file in the office of the City Clerk. From the Rush Construction Company, a request for renewal of contract-agreement with the City of Redlands for the removal of sand and gravel from City owned land in the Santa Ana River wash was discussed at this time. Because the request contained reference to a possible sub-lease, the Council indicated further study was advisable before a decision was made. Manager Workman informed the Council that the City had been offered three shares of Crafton Water stock at $350.00 per share. Council not interested at this price although they would abide by their original offer of $330.00. Councilman Morlan brought up the problem of legislation which would require fencing of reservoirs and swimming pools as a safety measure. Mr. Stanley Krause addressed the Council on behalf of the residents in the vicinity of Clock Street with a petition that some early action be taken in view of the drowning of a small child in a reservoir at E. Colton Avenue and Judson Street recently. Attorney Taylor was directed to bring in a sample ordinance after investigation with other cities relative to their handling of this problem. Councilman Anderson felt that a difference should be made betweenrequirements for private pools and reservoirs or weir boxes. Attorney Taylor informed the Council that such study was under way and that he would bring in a resolgtion or ordinance at the next meeting. CITY MANAGER Mr. Workman informed the Council at this time that because of increases in revenue which had given the City funds not anticipated in budget preparation last year he was asking Council approval for a salary raise for all employees, a two step raise for men and a one step for women, effective April 1, 1956. This to be an interim increase, until July 1st. The recommendation was to include the two elective offices. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this request was approved, with the City Attorney to advise as to the City Clerk and City Treasurer being included at this time. Mr. Workman then requested approval to have a salary survey made before budget time, as this interim increase only partially brings salaries up to those for comparable areas. The Manager recommends the firm of Kreiger and Associates who have been making a survey for the County of San Bernatdino and for the I City of Colton. This second request was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried unanimously. Mr. Workman requested Council authorize the City Clerk to advertise for bids on the filtering and chlorinating plant required for Sylvan Plunge., bids to be called for as soon ad plans and specifications I are complete. Such authorization given on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Authorization was given the City Manager to negotiate for the site for a new dog pound on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Also; when plans are completed, authorization was given to call for bids covering the construction of the necessary buildings. The City Manager requested permission to advertise for bids on a small triangle of City land at the northeast corner of Texas and West State Streets. Resolution No. 805 incorporating the legal description, the provisions of the City Engineer and setting a minimum bid of $4,000.00 was introduced and adopted by 4.9 the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins. NAYS: None ABSENT: None A letter from the Redlands Horticultural Society, previously presented in December, 1955, was re- read at this time. This was in protest to any proposed sale of the above property, suggesting instead that it be turned over to the Park Department and maintained as a small park. ' CITY ATTORNEY Attorney Taylorpresented Resolution No. 806, a resolution and order for condemnation of certain lands and a permanent easement therein for a water main, sewer connections and opening of a street located in the City of Redlands, described as a portion of the North one-half of the Southeast quarter of the Southeast quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 22. This resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins NAYS: None )r ABSENT: None ,-L ORDINANCE NO.. 1013, an ordinance of the City of Redlands providing for and creating a Park Commission d in and for the City of Redlands, introduced by Councilman Romo, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Kryn Feenstra addressed the Council with a petition that the City consider some improvement of Sylvan Boulevard between Division and Bonita Streets. As this is a major entrance to Sylvan Park and • there is only a narrow portion of the street paved, passing automobiles driving on the dusty shoulders of the street create a nuisance. The City Engineer was directed to make a survey and bring in a recom- mendation. �I Councilman Romo requested clarification on the question as to when matters to come before the Plannin Commission should become public information. As Planning Director Conner had already left the meeting, the Council had no comment at this time. REPORTS it The following reports were presented and ordered. filed: • Orchard Heater Control report for 1955-56, the Fire Departmentand the Cemetery Department for February, 1956. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: Aid r_ City Clerk cal )Q (�/J - Q�1id..s 11 :r of the)7,i-tits of Redlands 0-0-0-0- it II .A4 460 Redlands, California April 3, 1956 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Ramo, Anderson, Mayor Elkins; City Manager Workman, City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Taylor, Deputy ~.Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by 'the invocation by Mr. Larry Noble, reader, First Church of Christ, Scientist. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed withand same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Charles pierpoint addressed the Council with a request that the University of Redlands be permitted to build on a portion of land which is a part of the original Sylvan Park. The re-alignment of Univer- sity Street in 1926 put a small portion of the park grounds on the east side of the street and that portion has always been maintained by the University with their grounds. Present pland to expand the University Library make it desirable to extend part of the addition onto this plot. Attorney Taylor advised that as long as the library is available for public use, the land use for park and/or recreational purposes as required when land is acquired with bond issue funds, would be permissible. The Council had no objection and authorized Attorney Taylor and the attorney for the University to work out an agreement satisfactory to both the University and the City of Redlands. Mr. R.N. Scarborough requested an extension of one year on Tentative Map of Tract No. 4863. Inthe discussion following, Planning Director Conner pointed out that the new zoning ordinance required wider frontage than provided in this tract. Mr. Scarborough pointed out that he had met the water stock and frontage requirements at the time the original tentativermap was filed and requested that the extension be approved with the original footage requirements. City Attorney Taylor stated that according to the State Act a tentative map could be extended for one year ( only) with the original provisions. It was therefore moved by Louncilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, and unanimously carried, that an extension of one year from date of present expiration be approved for Tract 4863. PLANNING COMMISSION RECO1MENDA21ONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held March 28, 1956, the following recommendations were submitted tothe Redlands City Council. 1. That the site development plan for the Gordon Fields, Inc., shopping center be approved with the provisions as outlined by the Planning Commission and- on file in the Planning Department. Mr. Fields addressed the Council with an objection to Item 1, Planning Department Recommendations. Planning Director Conner pointed out that it was the intent of Item 1 that buildings should be placed on the site according to map. Attorney Rex Crammer objected to the work 'or' in Item 6, Planning Department Recommendations, After considerable discussion, on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. the foregoing recommendations of the Planning Commission were approved with the provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning with the elimination of the word 'or' in Item 6. Motion carried unanimously. I. 461 2. Ordinance No. 1015, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, introduced by Councilman Morlan, read in detail and laid over under the rules. Public hearing called for at regular meeting of April 17, 1956, at 7:30 P.M. 3. 0rdinaice No. 1014, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, introduced by Oouncilman Anderson, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. A Public Hearing Failed for at the regular Council meeting of April 17, 1956, at 7:30 P.M. Planning Director Conner presented for final approval a lot split for Adrian Brown on Sylvan Blvd. So approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Ramo. Also submitted for approval was final map of lot split for John Fite. This property had changed 11 ownership and, as original provisions were fully met byihe new owners, approval was given on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, A Grant Deed to the City of Redlands from David and Maribel Rogers, new owners, for 30' of Block D, Johnson's Sub, for street purposes, was accepted on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. A Grant Deed to the City of Redlands from Albert S. and Frances Ruth Horton for portions of Lot 2 f Tract 1882, Carter Terrace Tract, for purposes of street re-alignment, was accepted on motion of Council-!I man Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. Mr. Conner presented for Council approval Final Map of Tract 5064, Homes of Merit. This approval was given on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Anderson, with the provision that neither ; II the Mayor or the Clerk sign the map until the required water stock has been delivered to the City. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS 44 From the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Inc., a request fro permission to exhibit a truck dis- play II of antique and modern firearms in Redlands in 1956 was denied on motion of Councilman Ramo, seconded by Councilman Anderson. 6� _Qat' b 6I r ,41515 From the Redlands Camera Club, an application for the use of the Redlands Community Bowl on July 29, li 1956, for their annual Photo Fiesta was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan , seconded by Councilman Anderson, with the stipulation that the activities not start before noon and be concluded before Union church services in the evening. A petition signed by nine property owners to have the name of. West Cedar Avenue between Serpehtgheaand Crown changed to West Highland Avenue was presented . Resolution No. 807 authorizing this change was pre- pared and read by the City Attorney and adopted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Anderson. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the City County Coordinating Committee, report of meeting of March 4, 1956. From the A.K. Smiley Library, letter of appreciation for new paving on Vine Street in front of the Library. Brom the Kiwanis Club, copy of .a resolution urging the City to continue active interest in the combating of the narcotic menace through adequate law enforcement. From the League of California Cities, Legislative Bulletin og March, 1956. Mayor Elkins was directed to send a letter in support of A.B. 4, providing for the reorganization and consolidation of the State's water agencies into a State Department of Water Resources. UNFINISHED BUSINESS lulu ORDINANCE NO. 1( -, an ordinance of the/ City of Redlands adopting a Uniform Electrical Code, presented 11:1"/"<�- is�.t (�yM.;�(,t,�,y, /av a.a /"t ��w�^y.w A. �1..n,-(444-k-., ad -.Ed -€- r4 4 C w.•.z�.(!, .:� 11 / ✓ ✓ ig 0 for second reading and public hearing at this time. No objections being forthcoming at this hearing, the ordinance was adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAYS: None ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS Transfer of Water Contracts with Option 'B' from Orie I. and Judith M. Dahl to Edwin and Julia Thamann was approved and the Maypr and Clerk authorized to execute on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Manager Workman read a letter from the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors relative to Air Pollution Control. A sample Uniform Ordinance was read. Councilman Morlan pointed out numerous disadvantages in a Uniform Ordinance and outlined the reasons why, in his opinion, an Air Pollution Control District would be preferable. Considerable discussion but no action by Council at this time. Councilman Romo questioned Planning Director Conner for a statement as to when applications and re- quests directed to the Plannint Commission should become public knowledge. Mr. Conner informed the Council that he does not consider any application complete until it goes on the agenda for a Planning Commission hearing., and that he feels until that stage in negotiations is reached an application is confidential. Attorney Taylor stated that he believed each application must be considered individually in the light of public interest and that this was something the Planning Commission must handle. Councilman Romo asked that some answer be directed to Mr. George DeVries relative to his request ' that diagonal parking be restored to East Citrus Avenue between Orange and Fifth Streets, The Council feels that this should not be done and Manager Workman was directed to so inform Mr. DeVries. At such time as more off-street parking is obtained, it is the intention of the Traffic Department to recommend that all diagonal parking be abolished in the downtown area. Manager Workman reported that the problem of inadequate street lighting at the Garden, Halsey and Elizabeth Streets intersection had been taken care of. Council concurred in the report. The City Manager informed the Council that the first week in May has been designated as Youth Week. The Council agreed to haold a 2:00 P.M. meeting on the 4th day of May in order that the young students may see how the business of the City is conducted, the regular meeting of May 1st to be adjourned to May 14th. The matter of the renewal of a contract between the City of Redlands and the Rush Construction Co. for the removal of sand and gravel from City land on the north edge of town was discussed. Mr. George Nash addressed the Council ,in protest to the renewal of a contract which would permit the continued operation of this business at this location. Mr. Nash informed the Council that the proposed subdivision of land on the north side of Pioneer between Orgige and Church would be adversely effected by the con- tinued operation of the plant. Mr. Miller, representing O.N. Holliday Co., who plan to sub-lease from the Rush Company, informed the Council that the present operation of the plant is quiet and that any hot- ' mix plant later installed would pass air pollution control requirements. The Council felt that further study was necessary and took no action at this time. Manager Workman brought the Council a request for another meeting with the Mentone Water Users Committee. Time for such meeting was set for li:00 P.M. April 11, 1956. Manager Workman recommended that the City &ell to the City Water Department 16 shares of Old Lugonia water acquired by the City. On motion of Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, L it t3 this sale was approved, with the water department to be billed $200.00 per share for the stock. The offer of three shares of Crafton water stock for sale to the City was approved. As the seller desires to rent the use of the water for the 1956 season, the Council agreed to rent back to the seller its use for the 1956 season. -CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney Taylor brought to the Council a report of his investigation into the possibility of , an ordinance which would require the fencing of reservoirs, weir boxes and swimming pools. Mr. Taylor pointed out that many factors must be carefully considered, suchas the problems of enforcing such an ordinance, the type of fence required, etc. He felt that a public hearing or open meeting should be set before such an ordinance mas drafted. Mayor Elkins urged that an early date be set for such a hearing. for The Council felt that11any private reservoirs that might desire to fence open water before any possible ordinance was enacted , the installation of a six foot chain link fence, with concrete posts and three strand barbed wire topping, would be adequate to meet any future requirements that might be called for G`7 on an ordinance. Mr. and Mrs. Van Roekel urged the enforcement of a controlling ordinance for open swimming pools as well as reservoirs. C ODRINANCE NO. 1016, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Street Safety Oddinance by listing a new schedule of inspection fees, introduced by Councilman Morlan, read in detail, and laid over under the rules. Attorney Taylor informed the Council that at the request of the City Treasurer in connection with the administration of business licenses in the City, he was preparing an ordinance relative to the II regulation of peddlers, solicitors, itinerant salesmen, etc., and would have it for Council consideration at an early date. Mr. Taylor reported on the status of the Orange County Water suit. He informed the Council that a II continuance had been granted from the original trial date of April 16, 1956 for two weeks and that the continuance might even be extended until June. The Attorney reported that Mr. Lindeman expects to complete the Debt Limit report on the proposed parking district by April 17, 1956 and that if the subseqient detail follow in order, it can be brought to public hearing about June 13, 1956. Mr. Taylor was given permission to attend the meeting of City Attorneys of the League of California Cities to be held in Santa Barbara April 18th and 19th, 1956. The kttorney presented easements from the Southern Pacific Railroad and from the Santa Fe Railroad for grade crossing rights-of- way over Sylvan Boulevard. These were accepted bythe Council. Mayor Elkins read a letter prepared by his office inviting the Methodist Seminary to favorably consider the City of Redlands for their new location. REPORTS The following reports were presentedand ordered filed: Report of the City Treasurer for the month of March, 1956, and the Franchise Report of the Southern California Gas Company for 1955: it Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved bythe Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. Attest: Harry'ht. hhaleyi City ClerkQtr Mayor of/the City of Redlands, California 464 Redlands, California April 17, 1956 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the &ity Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson, and Mayor Elkins; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend John DeBoer Cummings, Trinity Episcopal Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously ex- amined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading if the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. This being the time fixed by statute and notice of election for counting of absentee ballots and canvassing the returns of the Municipal Election held April 10, 1956, the Council proceeded to count the absentee ballots and canvass the returns,after which the following Resolution No, 811 was unanimously adopted: WHEREAS, a general municipal election was 'held and conducted in;!the City of Redlands on Thesday the 10th day of April, 1956, as required by law, AND WiEREAS, it appears that notice of said election was duly and legally given, the voting precincts were properly established, that election officers were appointed and election supplies furnished, and that in all respects said election was held and conducted and the votes cast thereat received and can- vassed, and the returns thereof made, determined and declared in time,form, and manner as required by the general laws of the state providing for regulating municipal elections in General Law Cities. AND WiEREAS, the City Council of said City met at the Council Chamber thereof on TLesday, the 17th day off:April, 1956, at 7:00 o'clock P.M., to canvass the returna od said election; and whereas the Council finds as a result of said canvass that the number of votes cast, the names of the persons voted for, and other matters required by law, to be hereinafter stated,how therefore it is hereby declared RESOLVED and determined as follows: That said general municipal election was held and conducted in the City of Redlands on TUesday, the 10th day of April, 1956, in time, form and manner as required by law. That there were 20 voting precincts established in said City for the purpose of of holding said election, numbered 1 to 20 inclusive, a consolidation of the regular election precincts 1 to 40, estab- lished for holding state and county elections. That the whole number of votes cast in the City of Redlands at said election was 341 . Mat the names of the persons voted for, the offices for which they were voted, the number of votes received by each of said persons, in each of said precincts, together with the whole number of votes which they received in the entire city, are as follows: - 1 465 ELECTION April 10, 1956 --- - - ----- o`er *W.kn,40 iTI1I 1 & 2 46 78 13 107 9 120 120 133 2 -- 2-& 5 39 133 18 154 15 161 152 186 3 6 & 34 69 81 _ 15 137 19 143 140172 14 7 & 8 46 63 7 89 _ 20 106 107 118 I c, 5 e 1 9 & 35 89 77 4 112 11 1314 136 150 6 10:& 12 75 65 5 100 17 121 117 144 7 11 & 39 93 57 5 105 7 117 117 140 8 4 & 16 69 , 45 3 105 114 108 104 127 1 9 15 & 19 62 47 6 89 11 99 98 112 10 18 & 21 113 97 9 133 5 125 124 183 u 17 & 23 121 290 7 137 9 166 162 187 12 12 & 27 134 75 10 131 15 169 165 192 13 20-4 31 123 72 6 148 5 170 170186 14 22 & 33 st 122 102 ' 6 150 11 182 183 201 i5 28 & 37 1147 104 1 141 15 181 182 219 16 29 & 30 170 78 3 181 12 202 199 228 17 I 32 & 36 101 65 3 118 10 137 136 156 18 26 & 38 112 89 8 133 9 158 i 157 180 jl 19 14 & 25 17o 68 -- 158 5 184 182 206 20 I 111 24 & 40 160 1 57 4 178_ 23 200 201 224 Totals 2061 i 1543 133 2606 242 2983 2952 I 3444 Absentee 16, I1 14 r 2 20 1 8 28 29 Totals 2077 1557 135 2626 243 3011 2980 3473 I , I 466 RESOLVED THEREFORE, that at said general municipal election held in the City of Redlands April 10th, 1956, the following persons were elected to the following offices, respectively: HARRY E. kOL1MAN was elected City Treasurer for the full term of four years from and after Thesday, April 10, 1956, and until his successor is elected and qualified; HARRY R. WHALEY was elected City Clerk for the fhll term of four years from and after Thesday, April 10, 1956, and until his successor is elected and qualified; DONALD S. C. ANDERSON was elected a member of the City Council for the full term of four years from and after Thesday, April 10, 1956, and until his successor is elected and qualified; HARRY G. WILSON was elected a member of the City Council for the full term of four years from and after Thesday, April 10, 1956, and until his successor is elected and qualified. I, Harry R. Whaley, City Clerk of the City of Redlands, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Redlands at a regular meeting thereof held Thesday, April 17th, 1956, by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Anderson and Mayor Elkins NAYS: None ABSENT: None . INSTALLATION At this time Certificates of Election were presented to Harry E. Waltman, City Treasurer, Harry R. Whaley, City Clerk, Donald S.C. Anderson and Harry G. Wilson, Councilmen. The City Attorney then adminiset tered the Oath of Office to the four newlydofficers. ORGANIZATION OF COUNCIL Before surrendering the gavel retiring Mayor Elkins stated that it was a; privilege to have served the City as Mayor and Councilman the past four years and thanked the Council as a body for the loyal support and assistance given. Mr. Elkins assured the new Councilthat all possible assistance and cooperaL tion would be given them. The newly elected officers were then seated and the next order of business was the election of a Mayor for the next two years. Clerk hhaley called the new Council to order and called for nominations for Mayor. Before any nominations were made, Councilman Romo addressedthe Council, speaking highly of the fine work done by retiring Mayor Elkins and stating that due to time limitations imposed by his pri- vate work, he was not a candidate for Mayor. Councilman Morlan informed the Council that his time was not flexible enough for him to consider the Mayorship. Councilman Osbun stated that he was too busy and had no desire for the job but that he felt that Mr. Anderson was the qualified choice as he had both the time and the experience. Councilman Osbun then nominated Councilman Anderson as Mayor. .There being no ' further nominations, the nominations were then closed. Clerk Whaley called a roll-call vote resulting as follows: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson NAYS: None ABSENT: None Not Voting: Councilman Anderson Clerk hhaley declared Councilman Anderson duly elected as Mayor and turned the gavel over to him. Mayor Anderson thanked the members of the Council for the honor and pledged his best efforts to a fair and just administration, and especially welcomed Councilman Wilson as the new Council member. Mayor Anderson, as his first order of business, requested a Mayor pro-tem to serve as Mayor in his absence, be chosen. Attorney Taylor informed the Council that legislation enacted by the State in in permitted the election of a temporary or pro-tem Mayor at the time of Council organization. Councilman 467 0 Morlan was then nominated as Mayor pro-tem and elected by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, lialson, and Mayor Anderson NOS; None NOT VOTING: Councilman Morlan it ABSENT: None CERTIFICATES OF AWARD Mayor Anderson presented a certificate of Award to retiring Mayor Elkins in appreciation of his lit years of loyal service to the City of Redlands. Mayor Anderson also presented a Certificate of Award to Mr. Omar Cofer in recognition of eight years work as street inspector for the City of Redlands. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on a filter plant for Sylvan Plunge, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Sparkler Manufacturing Company Pasadena, California $15,625.14 Water Conditioning, Inc., San Gabriel, California 13,907.80 ^ These bids were referred to the Water Department and Purchasing Agent for study, with recommandation CA tote brought in later. After considerable study, it was requested that more ime be given and that the ct Council adjourn this meeting to an adjourned meeting on April 25, 1956 when they will be ready to present • I a recommendation and have Council action on this bid. Bids had been called for the purchase of a small triangle of City owned lands at WestState Street and Tbxas Street. As the time set in the resolution calling for bids was 8:30 P.M., this bid opening was postponed at this time(8:10) and the Council proceeded to the next order of business on the agenda, Oral Petitions. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Chester Salisbury appeared in person to request an extension of one year from expiration date for his Tentative Map of Tract 3785. Expiration date of May 17, 1956. Approtal of this request given on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Mason, and carried unanimously. Mr. William G. Bullock on behalf of Bullock & Curtis Company, requested an extension of time of one year fromiration date of May 16, 1956, for Tract 4510. So approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Mr. Philip Lukei presented a written as well as an oral petition for an extension of time for one year from date of expiration, April 19, 1956, for Tract 3993. So approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and carried. Mr. Lukei again requested the City act on his offer of 11 shares of Redlands Heights water stock which go with this development. Mr. Lukei is desirous of J selling this stock to the City at this time with the proviso that such stock surrender will meet the re- quirements of Ordinance No. 988, water stock acquisition, at any such future time the above tract might develop. The Council indicated they felt that this stock would meet the above requirements during the year's extension and asked Mr. Lukei to come in at a later meeting of the Council for a ruling thereon after an agreement had been worked out with the water department. PLANNING COMI'4ISSION RECCMMENDATTONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held April 10, 1956, the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council: 1. That the proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, for the purpose of establishing in-lieu parking space requirements within the Commercial Districts within the City of Redlands be II rejected. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and carried, the foregoing AA r 74r. 468 recommendation of the Planning Commission was unanimously approved. Mr. Osbun's second came after a statement that he had introduced the amendment initially in an effort to provide relief for downtown property owners. However, members of the Parking Committee appeared before the Planning Commission I hearing and requested that the amendment not be adopted as it would not develop sufficient parking. Mr. Osbun therefore favored leaving the ordinance as it is with one for one requirement intact, treating all property owners equally. 2. That the site development plan for Tract 4811, a change of zone for the proposed Market I Basket shopping Center, Brookside and Tennessee, be approved with all provisions as compiled by the Planning Department. Ordinance No. 1018, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Zoning Ordi- nance No. 1000, introduced at this time by Councilman Romo and laid over under the rules, with time for a public hearing thereon set for May 1, 1956, at 7:30 P.M. First reading of the ordinance in de- tail was waived by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: Nonee ABSENT: None 3. That Planning Commission Resolution No. 114, for adoption of Amendment No. 7 to the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Redlands, to change Zone from Pi-/ to R-2 for portion Tract No. 2083, Rogers Terrace Subdivision, de approved. Ordinance No. 1017, an ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, introduced at this time by Councilman Wilson and laid over under the rules, with time for a public hearing set for May 1, 1956 at 7:30 P.M. First reading of the ordinance in detail was waived by the following roll-call vote: I AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None - Planning Director Conner presented for final approval a map of a lot split for Mr. Fred Meyers on Church Street. On motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, this f final map was approved. A Grant Deed from Mr. Meyer for a portion of SE a OF NE 4 OF the SE 4 of Sec- tion 22 for street purposes was accepted on adoption of Resolution No. 8l4 by the following roll-call: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT; None BIDS ON TRIANGLE (�o-r ./-/-a..-.tie. o. A`"...-L ^^, A-4:4 J .. 1 I o y. i d At this time bids on the triangle of City owned land at West State and Texas Streets were opened and declared: From: Frank and Marian Burns, Redlands $4,000.00 I Carl Metz Redlands 4,450.00 Henry Jackson Redlands 4,650.00 Attorney Taylor pointed out that oral bids could be received at ilhis time. Bidding from the audience became quite spirited then and bids were noted from W. F. Sutter, Harold Grandy, Frank Burns, and Henry Jackson. Final high bid was in the amount of $5,950.00, made by Henry Jackson and the sale was knocked down to Mr. Jackson on the third call. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by I Councilman Osbun, and carried, the City Attorney was directed to negotiate this and go to escrow in ten days. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the Senior Class, Redlands High School, 1956, for use of the Redlands Bowl ' for graduation exercises June 14, 1956, was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Wilson. 69 Manager Workman brought a petition to the Council signed by eleven residents in the vicinity of Hilton Avenue between Cajon and Garden Streets that this portion of Hilton Avenue be re-surfaced. Councilman Romo pointed out that a policy of some kind should be adopted relative to repair and resur- facing of secondary streets, The Council agreed with Mr. Romo and recommended that this request be re- ferred along with others to street budget planning this fiscal year. GaIMMUNICA TIONS 111 The following communications :were presented and read: From San Bernardino Valley College, a letter in appreciation of Mayor Elkins' contribution to the Metroplex Forum program recently. From the League of California Cities, Bulletin of April 12, 1956. From the Public Utilities Commission, notice of application of Metropolitan Coach Line for rate adjustment, also notice of first amendment to application of Metropolitan Coach Lines. From the Office of the State Controller, State of California, copy of report of audit of the City 'I 3 of Redlands pertinent to Resolution No. 2129, cities, local postwar construction. From the State Water Pollution Control Board, report relative to "General Features of Algal Growth Ct in Sewage Oxidation Ponds". From the Controller of the State of California, estimate of apportionments to be made from Motor Vehicle License Fee Fund during 1955-56 and 1956-57 fiscal years. From the San Bernardino -Riverside Counties, notice of 5th annual Economic Conference, May 4, 1956. From the City of Ontario, three sample ordinances relating to Uniform Sales Tax. From the Holiday Rock Company, a letter relative to re-leasing certain lands from the City of Redland . Manager Workman read this request that some early action be taken as the Rush contract was about to expire f and the Holliday people wished to continue operation under a sub-lease. The Manager was of the opinion that a change of zone should be established for this area. Clerk Whaley read a petition with approximately 200 signatures from residents in the Pioneer Redlands Tracts 1, 2, and 3 asking that this contract not be renewed because of noise, traffic and air pollution, Mr. Miller personally appearedhtth the request that the lease be continued until a zoning variance can be obtained. Present operation for a period of 90 days with a sublease from the Rush Construction Company to 0.N. Holliday Company was then approved on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Morlan. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A Covenant running with Land, an agreement between the City of Redlands and Harrold Belcher, presented and accepted by the Council/ ORDINANCE NO. 1011 , an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1000 by adding Subsection 35, Used Car Sales Lots, presented for the second time and opened to Public Hearing. No protests being forthcoming, second reading was waived and said ordinance was adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson iI NAYS: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 1015, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 1000, adopting addi- i tional land use district maps as part of the official land use zoning map, supplemental map No. 3, pre- sented for second reading and Public Hearing at this time. No protests being forthcoming from the audience, public hearing was ordered closed and the site plan approvedwith all provisions as set forth iJ I ' 0 in the minutes of the Planning Commission on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. i cica Motion carried unanimously. Second reading of Ordinance No. 1015 was waived and it was adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 1016, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Street Safety Ordinance of Redlands by listing new fees for the inspection department, presented for Public Hearing and second reading at this time. No protests being fp4thcoming, Ordinance No. 1016 was then adopted bythe follow- ing roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None CITY ATTORNEY Attorney Taylor presented Resolution No. 812, a resolution of the City of Redlands concerning the Southern Pacific Company's Grant of Easement for public grade crossing over tracks at Sylvan Boulevard. Unanimously adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS; None ABSENT: None The Attorney also presented Resolution No. 813, a resolution of theCity of Redlands concerning Grant of Easement for public street purposes by Atchinson, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad Company, which was adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS (City Attorney) Resolution No. 808, a resolution of the City of Redlands concerning Air Pollution Control, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None Resolution No. 810, accepting the Debt Limit Report on the proposed acquisition and improvement for Vehicle Parking District No. 1 as said report is filed withthe City Clerk by the City Engineer, presented withthe time set for a Public Hearing thereon on June 13, 1956 at 2:00 P.M., and adopted by the follow- ing roll-call vote: AYES: �Conn6ilme4 Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: Osbun ABSENT: None Resolution No. 809, a resolgtion of the City of Redlands determining that a portion of the costs and expenses of theproposed acquisition and improvement for a Vehicle Parking District shall be paid by said City and agreeing to make such contribution in the amount of $80,000.00, presented and read by Attorney Traylor. Councilman Wilson moved for the adoption of the resolution, with a second by"Council- ' man Morlan, A roll-call vote was then taken as follows: AYES: Councilmen Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: Councilman Osbun ABSENT: None ORDINANCE NO. 1019, an ordinance of the City of Redlands declaring the intention of theCity Council of said City to form a Vehicle Parking District No. 1 of said City and to acquire and improve lands I. 471 for parking places, as proposed in the petition therefor, introduced by Councilman Wilson, and laid over under the rules. Detailed reading of the long ordinance was waived on motion of Councilman Morlan , seconded by Councilman Wilson, and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS From the State Lands Commission, Division of State Lands, Certificate of Purchase for Lieu Lands No. 1720 for Si 4 of NWi of Section 14, Twp 1 S, Range 3 W, San Bernardino Meridian. From City Treasurer Harry E. Waltman, notice that he has been called to active duty with the U.S. Air Force for a short tour from April 30, 1956 to May 14, 1956. Approved by the Council. Official Bonds covering Harry E. Waltman as City Treasurer and Harry R. Whaley as City Clerk were presented andapproved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, Resolution No. 816, a resolution of the City of Redlands declaring intention to close, for purposes of street re-alignment, a portion of Lincoln Street lying westerly from Sylvan Boulevard and southerly of Colton Avenue, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote: Cfl :C AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None 1 ABSENT: None cz A'Claim against the City of Redlands in the amount of $18.00 for damage done to inside plumbing due to air pressure and sand in the lines after a water main repair job was presented by Mr. Philip Lukei I on behalf of Mrs. Lois Moylan, Mariposa Drive. Referred tothe water department for investigation. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman read a letter from Mr. Brooke Sawyer relative to a proposed ordinance which would require fencing of reservoirs and swimming pools. Mr. Sawyer pointed out some of the problems of en- forcing such an ordinance and indicated that perhaps public opinion would bring about a voluntary cor- rection of the problem. A request from the Mentone Water Users Committee that a new time be set for their postponed meeting with the Council. New time was set for April 25, 1956, at 4:00 P.M. From the Merchants Division, Chamber of Commerce Parking Committee, a request for a meeting with the I Mayor, City Manager and the Police Chief. Luncheon meeting set for Thesday April 24, 1956. From the Tax Committee, Farm Bureau, Association, a request for a luncheon meeting with the Coun- cil. Time set for April 25, 1956, at the Wissahickon Inn. Manager Workman informed the Council tbat he had received a request f rom the office of Roland Torn- quist, County Tax Assessor, for additional space for his deputy assessors in the City Hall. Mr. Workman outlined the City's palns for expanding and utilizing more of the auditorium space. Council agreed the Manager should negotiate further with Mr. Tbrnquist. Mr. Workman informed the Council that the City has an opportunity to purchase the property located at 44 Eureka Street, known as the Chase property, for the amount of $6,000.00 plus share in escrow costs. , As this property is adjacent to the Bowl and Park property and is particularly desirable to the City in Park expansion plans, it was moved by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and carried, that the Manager and Attorney proceed with negotiations for this purchase. Manager Workman brought to the Council a recommendation relative to the installation of better air conditioning in the City Hall. Councilman Osbun was of the opinion that this was an engineering job. Mayor Anderson pointed out that a good job had been done in the County building with unit cooler for the separate offices. The Council suggested the City check with the County installation but unanimously agreed that relief was needed in the building. , ItI The City Manager reported that the billing machine approved for the water department was costing $2,500.00 More than the original allocation of $5,000.00. This additional expenditure was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. COUNCIIMAN MORLAN Councilman Morlan brought to theCity Council a report on the problems of sub-standard housing and the need for additional low-cost units in order to house the present tenants of lbxonia Village. This housing project, (Texonia), which came into existance ten years ago to meet postwar housing needs, has ' long ago served its purpose and is now an undesirable blight on the community and should be removed. Under the original agreement between %he City of Redlands and the County Housing Authority 1140 units were to be built. Of this number only 75 have been built to date. Dr Morlan pointed out that if the City desired to obtain the additional 65 units it was necessary to get some of the volumnous paper work under way. He therefore introduced Resolution No. 815, a resolution authorizing publication of I notices of Public Hearing on proposed Cooperation Agreement between the City of Redlands and the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino. Mr. Howard Prescott addressediheCouncil, stating that he did not feel that more low cost housing was needed as much as a closer scrutiny of the eligi- bility (from standpoint of income) of tenants presently occupying both Lugonia and Brockton Homes. Resolution No. 815 was then adopted, with May 10, 1956, at 3:00 o'clock P.M. set as time for the Public Hearing, by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Fire Department and the Cemetery Department for the month of March, 1956. From the City Treasurer, a Budget Comparison Report. BILLS AND SALARIES Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. regular No: further 'business demanding attention, the Council adjourned to an adjourned meeting on April 25, 1956, at 14:00 o'clock P.M. ATTEST: Harry R. 4dlaley City uierx 1f Mayor of t e ity of 'e: . ds; a ifornia (*)*)*)*)*)*)*) Redlands, California April 25, 1956 14:00 o'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Wilson, and Mayor Anderson, City Clerk Whaley, Attorney Taylor, City Manager Workman, and Assistant City Manager Mercer. Absent: Councilmen Morlan and Romo. As this meeting was for the express purpose of hearing a recommendation relative to the bids re- ceived on the Sylvan Plunge filter system the Water Superintendent recommended that all bids be thrown ,I 47 out by reason of both the inadequacy of the call for bids and the bids themselves. On motion of Council- man ouncilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, the recommendation of the Water Superintendent was approved. 111 Mr. Workman requested authorization for the Clerk to re-advertise for bids for a filter system for Sylvan Plunge on a package basis including both material and installation. Authorization was granted on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Wilson. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. i -7:FR.0-`` Attest: Harry R. hhaley City Clerk t ..øL'.; _ /�L/'� ' • Mayor o - ity of 'ed ands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California May 1, 1956 7:00 o'clock P.M. II' i A regular meeting of the City Council City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. i Present: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor Anderson; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk `t Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. !I ii Absent: Councilman Morlan. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by. Reverend Henry Radius, First Christian Reformed Church. IIIA motion was regularly made and seconded that; The members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensedwith and same be approved. it BIDS: As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids for an air conditioning system for the City Hall, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Utility Heating and Coolong Company Riverside $111,893.00 Baseline Sheet Metal Works San Bernardino 111,981.33 By unanimous consent of the Council, these bids were referred to the office of the City Manager for study and recommendation. Bids were also called for the lase use of Floral Plunge. The only bid received, in the amount of $3,825.00 for a three year use, was from the Redlands Swim Club. This group used the facility last year and as the arrangement proved satisfactory and remunerative to the City, the bid was accepted on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo. ORAL PE TI TIONS it Mr. Bert Marcum, on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce Clean-up Committee, requested that more public trash containers be made available in the downtown area. Manager Workman reported that this request had II been checked out and that seven more containers could be used advantageously. On motion of Councilman !! Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the Manager was authorized to purchase and install the recommended containers. Mr. Ed Hales addressed the Council on behalf of the Junior Horsemen's Association. This group of ''\\ young riders, organized and directed by Mrs. Kenneth Bradbury, are in need of a place to use for a riding ring. Through Mr. Hales, they ask that they be allowed to improve and use Caroline Park, a parcel of land below Sunset Drive at the Maripose Drive intersection. This land was deeded to the City by Miss Stokes LA to be used for. Park purposes. It was ruled by Attorney Taylor that the above requested use would qualify ) as park or recreational purpose. The Committee requested the City do the rough clearing which would cost approximately $300.00 to $350.01. I Councilman Morlan entered the Council Chambers at 7:25 P.M. After discussion it was moved by Councilman Romo that the Manager be authorized to proceed with the clear- ing in order that the group of riders might have use of the ring as soon as possible. Motion seconded by Councilman Wilson and carried unanimously. 111AWARD FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE At this time Mayor Anderson presented Mrs. Marjorie Gray with anaward of appreciation for twenty- five years of loyal and faithful service to the City of Redlands. Mrs. Gray is office manager for the Water Department. UNFINISHED BUSINESS As this was the time setfor a Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 1018, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Zoning Ordinance No.1000 by adopting additional Land Use Map No. 5 as part of the offi- cial Land Use Zoning Map, the meeting at this time was opened to the public. As this action was necess- to re-zone the northeast corner of Tennessee Street at Brookside Avenue for the proposed Market Basket Shopping Center, quite a number of interested citizens were present. Speaking for the re-zoning and for the center were Mr. Fabian Stolaroff, Beverly Hills Shopping Center developer; Mr. Joseph Shane, Vice President Market Basket Companies; Attorney Paul Wilson; Mr. Ralph Gardener; and Mr. Shaheen, Eastern Builders, Compton. In opposition to the re-zoning were Mr. Thomas A. Hollingsworth, Mr. Stan H. Sabin, I and Mr. Don Hendershot. After everyone had been heard, Mayor Anderson declared the Public Hearing closed and the Council considered the arguments for and against. Councilman Wilson urged all cooperation possible with new business. City Treasurer Waltman informed the Council that this proposed new business would add approximately $3,300.00 to $3,500.00 to the tax and license revenue each year. ( He stated that this was a very rough estimate.) Planning Director Conner pointed out that the developer had seriously considered going outside the City limits for this development. After due consideration, Ordinance No. 1018 was read for the second time and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson. NAYS: None.. ABSENT: None On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Wilson, the Site Development Plan for the above shopping center was approved, subject to the provisions as set forth in the 10 April 1956 minutes of the Planning Commission. I Tentative Map of Tract No. 5300 was then approved with he provisions as set forth in the April 10th meeting of the Planning Commission on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried unanimously. Public Hearing was called at this time on Ordinance No. 1017, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1000 by adopting additional Land Use District Map No. 4 as part of the I official Land Use Zoning Map. This variance is requested to change the zone for portion of Tract 2083, Rogers Terrace Subdivision, from M-1 (Light Industrial) to R-2 (Multiple Family Residential). No protests being forthcoming, Ordinance No. 1017 was then adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson. NAYS: None ABSENT: None 75 9 PLANNING CaIMISSION RECCMNENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held April 24, 1956, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council. 1. That the request of Mr. Clark DeRoo for q permission to split one lot from property located on �r the south side of Palm Avenue between Highway g y 99 and Cajon be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Department. Mr. DeRoo addressedthe Council, pointing out that if he com- plied with the provision of Item 3, Engineering Department recommendations, it would be the only side- , walk in an orange grove. He stated that he was willing to post necessary bond to insure this improvement in the event of any future subdivision development. So approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun, subject to bond acceptable to the City Engineer and all other provisions as required by the Planning Department. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS I,I Er. Al Olcovich brought the Council a petitionfor a variance to theBuilding Code which will permit C) :'� him to transfer the business located at 310 East Citrus Avenue to a business of a different type. His N , request is thatthe present building be allowed to be used as it now exists until such time as the prop- et erty adjacent on the west is built on in such a manner as to necessitate chanting the present building. Building Inspector Phelps cited the violations to the code existing inthe present building. Fire Chief Rundberg pointed out that there was violation to the Fire Code but stated that the new tenant (a plumbing business) was less hazardous than the present grocery store. After considerable discussion, it was II moved by Councilman Osbun to grant the variance contingent Upon the precautions outlined by the Building it Inspector, that the rear building be enclosed, and with the stipulation that if and when the adjoining property is developed the building be brought up to standard. Motion seconded by Councilman Romo and carried unanimously. A request from Mr. Glenn Emmerson, Treasurer, Braemar Apartments, Inc., for the use of the Council Chambers for a Board of Directors meeting on May 18, 1956, at 11:00 P.M. was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson. From the Exchange Club, a request that business license fee be waived for the sale of service flags in a door to door campaign to be conducted by the Club and the American Legion Post 106 during the week of May 21, 1956. Request was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson. Councilman Romo highly recommended the plan and Mr. Paul Gray for the Exchange Club gave details of the proposed campaign and requested a booth on a downtown corner. This also approved. From the University of Redlands, a petition that the City of Redlands legally abandon that portion of Cook Street lying between Colton Avenue and Brockton Avenue. The University owns all the property on both sides of the street which has never been opened. The City Attorney was directed to prepare a Reso- lution of Intention to abandon this street, with the approval of the Council. A petition with nine signatures to have the parking limit on East State Street between 8th and 9th Streets changed from all day parking to one hour limit was presented. The City Attorney was authorized to prepare the necessary ordinance to set a parking time limit from where it now stops on East State St. through to Highway 99. From the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, notice of application to add spouses' names to permit of the Redlands Liquor Store, C. Harold Kolb and Roy W. Stromgren. From the Merchants Division, Chamber of Commerce, suggestion for improvement of the downtown parking] problem by adoption of the Lions Club's courtesy nickel parking, time limit to be changed to one hour . A4 .i A 1�.,Ii instead of two, fines to be $1.00 instead of .500, and citations tote in the form of collect postage envelopes. Council felt that some study was required here and directed the City Manager, Police Chief, and Chamber of Commerce committee should check further, also investigate cost of changing meters and signs. Report at the next meeting. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: Copy of a letter sent to Mr. Henry Jackson by Mr. Leigh Nickerson relative to his purchase of City owned property at lest State Street and Texas Street. From the Park Commission, a letter relative to to assessing of recording fees on new subdivisions. No action by the Council. From the Santa Ana Regional Water Pollution Control Board, notice of Public Hearing to be held on the quality of water to be maintained in Santa Ana River at Prado. Minutes of the County-City Committee meeting held on April 11, 1956. Also notice of a traffic meeting to be held May 8th in San Bernardino. From the League of California Cities, bulletin of April 20, 1956 From the Redlands Horticultural and Improvement Society, letter in appreciation of help rendered .by the City and Park Department in the recent Flower Show. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE N 0. 1019, an ordinance of the City of Redlands declaring the intention of the City Council of said City to form a Vehicle Parking District No. 1 of said City and to acquire and improve land for parking spaces, presented for second reading. On motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and carried, detailed reading of this ling ordinance was waived and it was adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Morlan, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor Anderson NAYS: Councilman Osbun ABSENT: None Councilman Romo inquired as to any progress report on the freeway route. Manager Workman informed the members that the next move was to come from the State and that Mr. Kane of the State Division of Highways had informed the Council that no negotiations were possible as far as route was concerned. Manager Workman was directed to check progress with the State Division of Highways. Councilman Romo also asked relative to progress in land ad'quisition for the new dog pound. The Manager reports no progress. Attorney Taylor informed the Council that if there was no progress by the next meeting, a report would be made. NEW BUSINESS In connection with the appointment of Councilman Morlan as Mayor pro-tem , it was moved by Council- , man Wilson, seconded bti Councilman Osbun, and carried, that an expense allowance in the amount of $12.50 per month be set up for this office. Councilman Morlan voted'Aresent: Manager Workman presented the Council with copies of a list of Major City streets for improvement ' with gas tax funds during the coming year. Councilman Milton asked why Hilton Avenue between Cajon and Garden Streets could not be resurfaced while it wqs torn up for gas lines. Mr. Wilson was informed that no decision could be made on Hilton Avenue or ani other secondary street until budget time. Mr. James Glaze spoke to the Council about the bad condition of that particular block on Hilton Avenue. The City Engineer was directed to submit an estimate of the cost to the property owner if an assessment district is set up. I 477 The Council discussed changing the time for Council meetings from evenings to afternoons and were in unanimous agreement to give the change a trial. The City Attorney was directedto bring in a resolution settingthe regular time of meeting on the first and third Tuesdays at 2:00 o'clock P.M. Manager Workman informed the Council that there would be a demonstration ba a special piece of tree trimming equipment on Thursday morning at 9:00 o'clock. Mr. Workman asked nether the Council was interested in the extension of the agreement with the U.S.G.S. for water study in this area. The Council did not favor an extension of this agreement at this time. ,I The City Manager requested and received, on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo,ll authorization for the expenditure of $4,900.00 for rest rooms at the Little League Ball Park. Water Contracts with 'Option B' from Olin Earl Morgan and V. Fern Morgan to Edna Morgan, presented and the Mayor authorized to execute on behalf of the City on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. C tel CITY ATTORNEY \.2 Attorney Taylor brought the Council Ordinance No. 1020, regulation of solicitors, peddlers and itin- ect erant salesmen by requiring lecensesand registeration,. Ordinance introduced by Councilman Osbun, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll call vote, and laid over under the rules. Mr. Taylor gave a progress report on Vehicle Parking District No. 1, informing the Council that work was proceeding according to schedule. The Attorney presented Resolution No 819, a resol tion to amend contract with the State Employees F� iI Retirement System. Said resolution was unanimously adopted on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Attorney Taylorinformed the Council that there was still a chance the Orange County Water suit might come to trial by June 11th, although that time was still indefinite. On motion of Councilman Osbun seconded by Councilman Wilson, and carried, the City Manager was author- ized to execute all papers in connection with the sale of the triangle of land at West State and Texas Streets by the City of Redlands to Mr. Henry Jackson. Resolution No. 817, a resolution of the City of Redlands declaring intention of the City to inititate proceedings in the matter of annexation of approximately 1100 acres of land east of Mentone. Adopted on ,I motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Time for public hearing set for June 5, 1956, by 1 unanimous roll call vote. - A supplemental Agreement totthe lease between the City of Redlands and the Tri-City Rock Company was presented by the City Attorney for consideration. Mr. Leroy Hansberger stated that it was the desire of the Tr-City Rock Company that a statement be written into the agreement to the effect that the City of Redlands would not sell any sand, rock or gravel on the open market in competition to their tenant at a price lower than that set by the tenant. Councilman Osbun objected to such a statement as it might be conL strued as a price fixing agreement. After much discussion' and after assurance that this City Council had no intention of selling sand, rock or gravel on the open market in competition with the lessee, the supplemental agreement as drawn up was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun seconded by Councilman Morlan, Mr. Ransberger agreed to sign this agreement for his company. MISCELLANEOUS Clerk Italey requested and was granted permission to attend the City Clerk's institute to be held in San Jose in June on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo, this in lieu of attendance AA I � LI rd?•-1. at the annual League of California Cities Convention in Los Angeles in October. Mayor Anderson presented a plan whereby each Council member would spend one hour would spend one hour each week in the City Hall in order that some member of the Council could be reached each day in the Mayor's office. Council members would rotate, one to be available between 1 :00 P21. and 5:00 P.M. Mondays through Fridays. All members were agreeable to this plan. Councilman Osbun was appointed Finance Officer for the coming two years and will continue. as a member of the Planning Commission. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time the Council, on motion, adjourned to an adjourned 'ta regular meeting on May bth,at 2:00 P.M. Attest: 'Harry . Wh ey City Clerk /, ; , 4 / Mayor of the City of Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California May b, 1956 2:00 o'clock P.M. adjourned A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Morlan, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor Anderson; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Councilman Osbun This meeting had been adjourned to on May 1, 1956 in order to allow students from the Redlands Schools to participate in a regular meeting of the City Council as a part of Youth week in the schools. The following students sat as Council members and City officials: Mayor Anderson Jerry Guy Councilman Osbun Karl Phillips Councilman Morlan Karen Carlton Councilman Romo Margot Woolfolk Councilman Wilson Sharon McKenzie City Attorney Walter Keith City Clerk Douglas Robbins City Manager Ralph Dudley The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance. i A motion was regularly made and seconded that the reading of the minutes of the previous meeting be dispensedsri.th. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the Mel Investment Company, a request for a one year extension of time on Tentative Map of Tract 11731. Upon recommendation of the Planning Director this request was approved on motion of Coun- cilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. A request from Darrell Deen that a palm tree in the parkway at Brookside Avenue and Hastings Street be trimmed as a safety precaution. This was referred to the Park Department for investigation on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, to be followed by a letter to Mr. Deen. A suggested form of resolution in support of the Feather River Project was read by the City Clerk. Mayor Anderson explained briefly the intent of the resolution; to support the work of an association in San Bernardino County, The Supplemental Water Group, who are behind state plans to bring needed water to Southern California. It was moved by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and N -14 479 carried, that the City Council endorse this resolution. The City Attorney was directed to draft such a resolution for adoption at the next meeting. COMMUNICATIONS From the Public Utilities Commission, notice of application by the Peterson Water Company for III authority to adjust rates. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ' Resolution No. 820, a resolution of. the City of Redlands changing the time for regular meetings of the City Council from the 7:00 o'clock P.M. time to 2:00 o'clock P.M. on the first and third Thesdays of each month was presented for adoption at this time. Councilman Romo informed the Council that he had found it would be impossible for him to be at a 2:00 o'clock meeting all of the time. Councilman Wilson urged the resolution as presented be adopted. This was done by unanimous roll-call vote, with a pro- vision that it be changed back later if Mr. Romo found it impossible to attend. NEW BUSINESS i^ I 7.N7 Resolution No. 821, a resolution of the City of Redlands requesting the State Division of Highways to give consideration to lengthening the time signals at Citrus Avenue and Highway 99 and at Orange Street cz and the Highway. Numerous complaints have been made that it is very difficult for a pedestrian to cross the Highway in the time the signals are now set for. This resolution follows previous requests made to the Division of Highways without result, and was adopted by unanimous roll-call vote. Councilman Romo presented an inquiry relative to the tree trimming program on Highland Avenue, particularly of the old large pepper trees. Mr. Romo was informed that a constant program was maintained 14 but that it was impossible to do a better job without a larger budget and added equipment. Mr. Dawson, Acting Park Superintendent, stated that a hydraulic 'giraffe' for tree trimming would cost about $23,000.00 but would pay for itself in two years. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, bids received on May 1st for an air conditioning job for the City Hall were thrown out and the Clerk authorized to call for new specifications and bids. Attorney Taylor explained Ordinance No. 1020, an ordinance of the City of Redlands which has had first reading and comes up for adoption May 15, 1956. This ordinance regulates Solicitors, Peddlers, and Itinerant Salesmen by requiring Licenses and Registration. The students found this an interesting or- dinance. REPORTS From the Building Inspection Department, report for the month of April, 1956. No further business demanding attention at this time, the Council adjourned to 3:00 o'clock on I Thursday, May 10, 1956 for a Public Hearing on Cooperative Agreement between the City of Redlands and the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino. ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley �I City Clerk Air er YOR OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS, CALIFORNIA (*)*)*)*)*)*)*)*)*) i -. 7y.r Redlands, California May 10, 1956 3:00 o'clock P.M. An Adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson; City Attorney Taylor, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None As this meeting had been set for a Public Hearing on Resolution No. 823, a Cooperative Agreement with the Housing Authority of San Bernardino County reaffirming the need for additional public housing, Mayor Anderson, after a brief resume of the proposed resolution by Attorney Taylor and Councilman Morlan, opened the meeting to the public. Briefly, the resolution would reaffirm the need for 65 units of public housing which had not been built under the original apportionment of Federal funds for public housing in 1949-1950. The original allocation was for 140 units, of which v5 units were contracted for at 'that time. Speaking for the adoption of the resolution were : Dr. Charles Hobart, University of Redlands Mr. Glenn Pry, Manager, Lugonia Homes Father M.G. Macouzet, St. Mary's Catholic Church and Brockton Homes Mrs. Jane Murray, Public Health Nurse Mr. Fred Davis, student, U.R. Mr. Forrest Kingsbury, retired, U. of R. Mr. Robert Burton, Realtor Dr. Oscar Sedam, Council of Churches Mrs. Blanch Mitchell, 910 E. Brockton Mr. Thomas Martinez, grocer, 1035 Calhoun Mrs. George Woods, Braemar Homes Mr. George Black, Director; Housing Authority of Mr. Don Mead, student, U.R. San Bernardino County Mr. Ray Phelps, Building Inspector, City of Redlands, stated that in his capacity as a City official he was interested solely from the standpoint of the additional housing providing a means of ridding the City of that much more sub-standard housing, and that he did not wish to go on record as either for or against the resolution. Speaking against the resolution were numerous members of the Realty Board including: Mr. Philip Lukei, Mr. Howard Prescott, Mr. Delbert Fowler, Mr. Bert Marcum, and Mr. Robert Scarborough. Mr. Clare Day stated that he agreed that public housing was not desirable from the realtoris viewpoint but admitted the need for it. After the hearings, the Council discussed the pros and cons briefly. It was unanimously agreed the that there was a need for more housing units in order to vacate Texonia Village project which must be demolished this year. It was moved by Councilman Morlan, that Resolution No. 823, reaffirming the coed operative agreement between the City of Redlands and the Housing Authority of San Bernardino County and indicating a need for 50 additional units, be adopted. Motion seconded by Councilman Romo and adopted , by unanimous roll-call vote. COUNCIIMAN ROMO The following motion was made by Councilman Romo at the close of 'the Public Hearing: "In view of the unheralded expression of public opinion which has been so clearly demonstrated by the number of petitions which have been circulated and signed by so many of the fair-minded citizens of Redlands, and in deference to this spontaneous reaction on the part of an alerted citizenry, I hereby move that former Police Chief Wesley Brown, Jr., be officially granted an opportunity to speak before the Council in his own behalf at the next regularly called Council meeting which will be held next Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, May 15, 1956 in these Council Chambers." Motion was seconded by Councilman Morlan and unanim ously carried. -- 481 No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to Tuesday afternoon, May 15, 1956 at 2:00 o'clock P.M. Attest: Harry R. Whaley City Ulerk h� lait.+2,104 Mayor of A°-L4-4,-/Pety o ed nd s, California -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California May 15, 1956 2:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held in the Auditorium of the Redlands City Hall. II PRESENT; Councilman Osbun, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor Anderson; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk li Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. ABSENT: Councilman Morlan. C� The meeting was opened .with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Frank -_: Fagerburg, First Baptist Church. d A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same III be approved. ' PLANNING COi&ISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held May 8, 1956 the £o13oi�irig recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council. 1. That the request of Mr. John V. Churchill for a Home Occupation Permit to use his residence at 125 Cook Street in Redlands in connection with his proposed supplemental occupation of investigative agent be approved subject to the standards contained in Section 34.00 of Ordinance No. 1000 which govern all Home Occupation permits. So approved on ryotion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, and unanimously carried. it it 2. That tentative map of Tract No, 5116, located on the north side of Sunset Drive west of Kincaid II� Street, L.P. Scherer, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission, with the exception that Item 6 of the Engineering Department's recommendations, requiring sidewalks, be deleted. The above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of II Councilman Osbun, seconded btr Councilman Romo, The Council concurred that Item 6, Engineering Depart- ment's recommendation, requiring sidewalks, be delated. Planning Director Conner presented a request for a one year extension from date of expiration on Tracts Nos. 49111, 4915, 4002 and 4940, L.P. Scherer, subdivider, and for Tract 4366, Eldon Knudson, sub- divider. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and II unanimously carried.111 Mr. Conner presented for approval Final Map of Tract 4942, Margarita Development Company. Approved on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Final Map of Tract 4191, L.P. Scherer, College View Tract, was also presented for approval, given on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. Both carried unanimously. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the Senior Class of the Redlands High School that a permit be issued and busines 1 I license waived for the Commencement Dance to be held June U, 1956 at the University Commons. Request approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson. Two applications, one from the Veterans of Foreign Wars and one from the American Legion Auxiliary, ' for permission to sell poppies on the downtown streets May 25 - 26, 1956 were approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson. Manager Workman brought the Council a petition signed by 20 property owners in the vicinity of Caroline Park, Sunset Drive south of the Mariposa Drive intersection, protesting the proposed use of said Caroline Park fOr a riding ring for the Young Horsemen's Association. Attorney Rex Cranmer, on behalf of the property owners, asked that consideration of this petition be held in abeyance until the next regular Council meeting because of the scheduled public hearing in the matter of Police Chief Brown. Mrs. Kenneth Bradbury, for the group of young riders, addressed the Council from the floor, asking that careful consideration be given Before the previous approval of the plan to use a part of this unimproved park area for a riding arena is rescinded., Council agreed to consider this at the next regular meeting. Manager Worlanan presented a petition for a water connection from Russell Filer, Alabama Street south of Highway 99, outside of the City limits. Mr. Filer offers the City one share of Old Redlands Water in exchange for this connection, plus the usual service charges and outside water rates. Petition approved on motion of Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Romo. A similar petition was presented by Mr. Workman on behalf of James Carman for service at the east end of Garnet Street in Mentone. Mr. Carman offers the City one share of Crafton Pipeline Water and five shares of Bear Valley Water in exchange for this connection plus usual service charges and outside water rates. It was moved by Councilman Osbun that this request be granted with the provision the ' applicant furnish six shares of Bear Valley stock instead of five shares, plus the one share of Crafton Pipeline water. Motion seconded by Councilman Wilson and unanimously carried. CITY ATTORNEY Attorney Taylor presented Ordinance No. 1021, an ordinance of the City of Redlands to be known as the Uniform Local Sales and Use Tax Ordinance of the City of Redlands. Detailed reading of this long ordinance was waived by unanimous roll-call vote and the ordinance, declared and emergency measure, was unanimously adopted on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Osbun. Resolution No. 825, a resolution of the City of Redlands allocation a portion of taxes to the County of San Bernardino for Capital Outlay Expenditure Fund, presented and unanimously adopted on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo. Ordinance No. 1020, an ordinance of the City of Redlands regulating peddlers, solicitors, etc., had been presented and laid over for adoption at this meeting. However, the City Attorney requested that final action on this 'ordinance be delayed pending a desired deletion and possible further study. No actior by the Council. Ordinance No. 1023, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the' traffic ordinance by providing for a two hour parking time limit on East State Street through to Highway 99, presented, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and laid over under the rules. PUBLIC HEARING RELATIVE TO DISMISSAL OF POLICE CHIEF BROkN At this time Mayor Anderson declaredthe meeting a public hearing for the purpose of hearing from Police Chief Wesley Brown, Jr. Mr. Brown was dismissed by the City Manager on May 3, 1956 and Council 483 action is necessary to ratify this action in dismissal of a department head. As there }ere over 200 interested citizens present in the auditorium, Mayor Anderson askedthe City Attorney to give a brief out- ' line of the form of government under which the City operates. Mr. Taylor stated that Redlands is a General Law City, governed by the Government Code of the State of California and by the Redlands Ordinance' Code. It is a City Manager form of govenmuent, with the Manager appointed by the Council. The Manager has the power to appoint or dismiss any employee except the elective officers (or their staff) and the City Attorney. In the case of the dismissal of a department head, ratification of the Council body' is required, although a public hearing is not. Mr. Carl Hyman inquired from the audience as to precedure necessary to become a charter city. Clerk Whaley informed Mr. Hyman that the last action on a charter Thad been in 1902 when it was defeated by vote of the people. Dr. C. Symmes and Mr. C. Logan made in- quiries as to method of recall of an elected person and were informed that a petition signed by 10% or more of the registered voters of the City was necessary before a recall could be voted upon. Mayor Anderson then asked Mr. Brown to take the floor. Mr. Brown addressed the Council members and the audience for 2z hours giving a resume of his year's service as Police Chief. Speaking on his behalf were several members of the Police Department and Mr. Harold Dykstra of the State Highway Patrol. Twice Q during the long report Mr. Brown paused and asked for a motion from the City Council to re-instate him as Police Chief. Such motion was made both times by Councilman Romo and died for want of a second. At 5:45 P.M. Mayor Anderson declaredthe meeting adjourned to 8:00 o'clock P.M. that evening for the purpose of publicly opening and declaring bids on a filter plant for Sylvan Plunge and a reservoir on Texas Street as well as to hold a Public Hearing on Resolution No. 816, Intention to Close, for purpose of street re-alignment, a portion of Lincoln Street lying northerly of Sylvan Boulevard. The Council re-convened in the Council Chambers at 8:00 o'clock P.M. May 15, 1956 with the following i members present: Councilmen Osbun, Romo, Wilson, City Attorney Taylor and City Clerk Whaley. Absent: Mayor Anderson, Councilman Morlan and Manager Workman. BIDS As this was the time set for the opening of bids for a reservoir` to be constructed on Texas Street, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: General American Transportation Corporation Los Angeles $46,210.00 R.C.R. Corporation El Monte 58,233.00 Graver Tank and Mfg. Co., Inc. Los Angeles 48,466.00 American Pipe and Steel Corporation Alhambra 47,047,00 Southwest Welding and Mfg. Co. Alhambra 47,390.00 Pittsburgh Des Moines Steel Co. El Monte 44 720.00 Consolidated Western Steel Los Angeles ,46,121.00 Lacy Manufacturing Co. Los Angeles 47,950.00 Chicago Bridge and Iron Company Los Angeles 45,495.00 By unanimous consent of the Council these bids were referred to the City Manager and the Water Department for study and recommendation. Bids were also opened on a filter system for the plunge at Sylvan Park from the following: Water Conditioning, Inc. San Gabriel $11,886.00 (alternate 12,636.00 Sparkler Manufacturing Company Pasadena 13,697.97 By unanimous consent of the Council these bids were also referred to the Manager and the Water Department for study and recommendation. A Public Hearing had been set for this time on Resolution of Intention No. 816, Intention to Close, it I for purpose of street re-alignment, a portion of `Lincoln Street lying northerly of Sylvan Boulevard. No protests being forthcoming, Resolution No. 816, Ordering the Work, was then adopted on motion of Council- man Osbun, seconded by Councilman Wilson. ' No further business demanding attention at this time, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting, date and time to be called by Mayor Anderson, for the purpose of continuing the Public Hearing in the matter ofofthe dismissal of Police Chief Brown. ATTEST: Harry R. ale CityClerk / 114 ` ayor of the ity of 'edlands, alifornia Redlands, California May 17, 1956 3:00 o'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held in the auditorium of the City Hall at 3:00 o'clock P.M. Present: Councilman Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson, City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk khaley, City Manager Worlonan and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None BIDS At this time the bid on an earth fil:ta'for the plunge at Sylvan Park from Water Conditioning, Inc., San Gabriel, in the amount of $12,636.00 being the best suited to the needs of the City, was accepted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. A bid on the construction of a reservoir on lbxas Street from the Pittsburgh Des Moines Steel Co. El Monte, in the amount of $140720.00, being the lowest and best for the City, was accepted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Osbun. APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION Mayor Anderson presentedithe name of Mr. Joseph S. Prendergast for appointment to the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands. This appointment was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan, and is for a three year term to expire January 6, 1959. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From Mrs. Alice Boullioun, a letter protesting the proposed annexation of a portion of her property east of Mentone. A copy of a resolution of the Chamber of Commerce to the State Division of Highways relative to free- way route and progress. From the State Department of Public Works, report on allocation of gas tax funds. From the Public Utilities Commission, a communication relative to orders of the State Board of Equalization concerning the taxing of utilities. R UNFINISHED BUSINESS Manager Workman brought a recommendation to the Council relative to the proposal to use a portion of Caroline Park for a riding arena for a group known as the Young Horsemen's Association. Mr. Workman suggested that this proposal be referred to our Park Commission for study and recommendation before a ':e final decision is made. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Osbun, this recommendation 4 ' c of the City Manager was approved with the provision that all interested parties be notified. 1 NEW BUSINESS Manager Workman requested authorization from the Council to approve a sub-lease by Mrs. Ruth Davis 11 of a portion of the City property now leased by Mrs. Davis and commonly known as the Wayside Gardens pro- 1 perty to Overton Pratt for a display and sale lot. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman ,I Osbun, and carried, this recommendation was approved. i� Water contracts with Option "B", transferred from Jan Van Mouwerik to H. Clayton and Katherine M. I Hays was approved and the Mayor and the Clerk authorized to execute on behalf of the City on motion of 11 Councilman Osbun, seconded by Councilman Morlan. 11 CITY ATTORNEY II Attorney Taylor presented Ordinance No, 1022, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance; Ij No. 856, licensing of dogs. This ordinance was introduced by Councilman Romo, detailed reading waived 1 1 by unanimous roll call vote, and it was laid over under the rules. C) )n The Attorney reported that paper work in the matter of Vehicle Parking District No. 1 was up to date ,.N ,i 1 in preparation for the Public Hearing set for June 13, 1956. 1 cz Manager Workman gave a brief report on the present status of the question of the proposed freeway, 1 stating that he had no new information relative to an ultimate route but that Mr. Kane of the Division of Highways had informed him that if the bill for Federal Highway Aid is passed the completion of a freeway would be much sooner than earlier estimates of time have shown. IIIhMr. Taylor also reported that at the present time it looks as though the Orange County Water suit will come to hearing on June 11, 1956. 1 11 REPORTS it I The following reports were presented and ordered :filed: 1 From the City Treasurer, the Fire Department and the Building Inspection Department for month of April, 1956. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. At this time Mayor Anderson declared the meeting opened as a Public Hearing in the matter of the dismissal of Police Chief Brown, this in continuation of the hearing adjourned at 5:45 P.M. Tuesday. Mr. Brown wished to take the floor immediately to continue his presentation. His request was overruled by 11 the chair and Manager Workman was directed to speak to the Council and the audience. Mr. Workman gave a resume of his reasons for dismissing Mr. Brown and called Assistant Police Chief Solberg in corroboration I1 of certain statements. 1 Councilman Morlan took the floor at the close of Mr. Workman's talk, pointing out that public hearings ! in situations of this kind seldom work to the good of the community, leaving only scars and recriminations I, after a welter of charges and counter charges. Dr. Morlan felt that it was possible to approach this problem from the level of applications of Christian ethics to worldly problems. He asked that Reverend 11[ Lawrence H. Sellers of the State Street Christian Church be permitted to address the audience and the 11 Council. Mr. Sellars then spoke, reaffirming Dr. Morlan's statement relative to the application of 1 Christian ethics to the problem. Councilman Morlan then moved as follows: 11 "That the Council invite 5 or 6 clergymen of this community, including one of the Catholic faith, to 1 1 sit with the Council, Mr. Workman, and Mr. Brown, in the endeavor to accomplish a reconciliation of the opposing elements of this controversy. The press to be present and final authority, of course, must reside in the Council." _AA I ,„r 486 __ - - Before a vote on the motion, Mrs. Thomas Ditchfield interrupted from the floor to question a point of order, specifically that Mr. Brown be allowed to finish his presentation. Mr. Brown was then granted per- mission bythe chair to speak again. This he did, again bringing in two officers of the Police Department 11 T:. as witnesses. Mr. Brown concluded his talk at 5:05 P.M. Mayor Anderson then reminded the Council that a motion was before it. Councilman Romo interrupted to ask if it were not possible to settle the matter openly and fairly in an open meeting. If not, he would go along with Dr. Morlan if there were no other alternative. Again he questioned Mr. Brown, asking his willingness to agree to cooperate 100% if an II/Understanding could be reached. Mr. Brown answered "Yes". Councilman Romo then asked Mr. Workman the same question and the City Manager replied that he preferred to go along with the suggestion of Dr. Marian. Mr. Romo then suggested Dr. Morlan repeat his motion for purpose of clarification, which was done. The motion was then seconded by Councilman Romo with the provision the radio also be represented at the meeting. The motion was then unanimously approved by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. r*:11? toe- ATTEST: Harry R. 'Whaley City Clerk01 6 / ` 1 Mayor of the City of Redlan.s, California -0-0-0-0-0-0- ' Redlands, California May 29, 1956 5:00 o'clock P.M. A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, having been properly called by the Mayor, con- vened at the regular place of meeting at 5:00 o'clock P.M. for the express purpose of reaching a decision relative to the dismissal of Chief of Police Wesley Brown, Jr. Present: Councilmen Osbun, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson; City Clerk Whaley, City Attorney Taylor and City Manager Workman. Absent: None The meeting was called to order by Mayor Anderson and a prepared statement was read by Councilman Wilson, at the end of which he made the following motion, to-wit: 'I, therefore, now move that City Manager Workman be instructed to rescind his notice of dismissal given to Mr. Brown and that Mr. Brown be reinstated on a ninety day probation. ' Mayor Anderson called for a second to this motion. Before a second was made Councilman Morlan read a statement prepared by him. Councilman Osbun spoke on the matter and then seconded the motion made by Councilman Wilson. Councilman Romo discussed the probationary part of the motion, stating he was not in agreement with placing Mr. Brown on probation but that he should be re-instated with no strings attached. 111 Manager Workman requested and was granted permission to make a statement. Mr. Workman read a pre- pared statement outlining they reasons why he felt the Council should ratify his action and stated that he would not be responsible for any action of Mr. Brown's if he is re-instated. Following Mr. Workman's statement the question was called for and a roll-call vote was requested by Councilman Romo. Mayor Anderson therefore directed the Clerk to call the roll, which was done with the following result; L 187 AYES: Councilmen Osbun, Romo and Wilson NOES: Councilman Morlan and Mayor Anderson ABSENT: None A motion was then made, seconded and carried that the Council adjourn. ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk I /A / `4n4 Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. I 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, Held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk 56 c.. Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. 'e" Absent: Councilman Osbun The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverent William et Bell, Temple Baptist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously exam- ined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. RESIGNATION OF CUNCILMAN OSBUN APPOINTMENT OF RAYMOND J. LAMM AS NEW COUNCIL MEMBER Mayor Anderson at this time requested the City Clerk to read the resignation of Mr. Emmett Osbun as a member of the City Council. After the reading of the resignation, Councilman Romo expressed, on behalf of the Council, regret that conditions of health would not permit Mr. Osbun to continue to serve on the Council and gratitude for his hard work and the spirit of cooperation shown while he served the commun- ity. Mayor Anderson then called for nominations to fill the seat vacated by Mr. Osbun. Councilman Wilson nominated Mr. Raymond J. Lamm. No other names being submitted as a candidate, the Mayor declared the nom- inations closed and the appointment of Mr. Larmn was approved on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, appointment effective June 5, 1956. Mr. Lamm was then sworn in by City Clerk Whaley. Mayor Anderson thanked Mr. Lamm.for the civic spirit shown by his willingness to serve on the Council starting in a busy and trying time. PLANNING CCMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held on May 22, 1956 the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council: 1. That the request of Mr. Lowell Wells for permission to adjust lot line on property located at the southeast corner of University Street and Citrus Avenue to make a more desirable lot shape for build- ' ing site be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and carried, the foregoing recommendation of the Plan- ning Commission was approved. 2. That a proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1000 to permit the extraction of rock, sand and gravel, and related uses, in the "0" Zones be rejected. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and carried, the above recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. I I I 45 3. That the street dedication for the Col. Fite lot split, located on the south side of Mariposa Street and east of the Arth property, said dedication to be named Chapparal Road, which is a continua of dedication from Sunset Drive and would be extended by this dedication to Mariposa. The City Attorney was requested to prepare a resolution changing the name of this street, said resolution to be brought to the Council at an adjourned regular meeting to be held June 13, 1956. Planning Director Conner presented for approval Final Map of Tractc5300, Market Basket Shopping Center. Approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Wilson, subject to posting necessary bonds. Final Map of Tract 4940, L. P. Scherer, was also presented for approval. Given on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Morlan. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From the P.T. A. of the Kingsbury school a request that an adult crossing guard be provided for the ' coming school year was referred to the office of the City Manager and the Police Department for study and recommendation. " LBS fitrol 6 /515 l1I A request for the use of the Redlands Community Bowl for a Christian Science lecture on August 23, 1956 was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. A petition for a domestic water connection to serve a lot in Zanja Acres, Mentone, for Mr. Beryl Naylor was presented and was referred to the Water Superintendent and City Manager for study and recomm- ' endation. II An application from Mr. Arthur McMenomy of San Diego for a position in police work. Ordered filed. II/ COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: FBom Mr. R. G. Mote, pastor of the Redlands Seventh Day Adventist Church, an expression of confidenne in those who comprise our City Council. From the Redlands Daily Facts, notice of an inaugral issue to be published when the newspaper moves into their new building on Brookside Avenue. The communication invited the Council, if interested, to have the City represented in some form or other in this pictorial catalog of business and industry in Redlands. The Council was interested and on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Morlan, the Mayor and the City Manager were instructed to work with the Facts representative on the idea, with an expenditure up to $50.00 approved, and to report back to the Council if necessary. From the State Division of Highways, a recommendation that left turns be prohibited at the Citrus Avenue-Beacon Street intersection of Highway 99 during peak hours in order that waiting vehicles on Citrus Avenue may clear the intersection on the green light. The Council had recently requested by Resolution INo. 821 that the time signals at this intersection and on Orange Street at the Highway be changed. The Division of Highways will meet with any members of the Council who may wish to have a further explana- tion or demonstration of the operation of these signals. No action by the Council, but it was suggeste , that the schools be consulted and that the Engineering Department make a study and report. Notice from the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors relative to a public hearing on Tuesday, June 19, 1956 to determine whether or not there is need for an Air Pollution Control District to function. I The Council recommended the City Attorney attend this hearing to express the interest of the City. From State Division of Highways, tabulation showing the final apportionment of 5/8 d gas tax funds for expenditure on City streets during fiscal year 1955-1956. From the State Board of Equalization, communication acknowledging receipt of five copies of the proposed agreement for State Administration of Local Sales and Use Taxes. V~ ..4 From Fowler's Real Estate and Insurance, certificate of insurance covering the Redlands Swim Club at the City-owned plunge, Oriental between Texas aid First Streets. ' UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No. 1022, an ordinance of the City 6f Redlands, amending Chapter 57, Articles 5711 and 5722, licensing of dogs, read in detail for the second time and adopted by the following roll-call vote II AYES: Councilmen Lamm, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson. NAYS: None11 ABSENT: None Ordinance No. 1023, amending Traffic Ordinance No. 693, setting a parking time limit on certain 11 streets, presented, second detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Lamm, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS ji Manager Workman presented for approval an agreement between the City of Redlands and the County of 1 -i San Bernardino for the enforcement by the County of all ordinances relating to public health and sanit- 'I ation. This contract calls for payment by the City to the County of a fee of $3,000.00 per year, an increase of $500.00 over last year's contract. New agreement approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Manager Workman informed the Council that the State Division of Highways request a project state- 1 I mint of streets to be improved with gas tax funds be submitted before June 30, 1956. The Council felt I 1 that some discussion was needed on this and set time for such an informal meeting for June 7, 1956, at '; 4:30 P.M. Mr. Workman presented the appraisal report prepared by Ernest L. Johnston, California Land Services,', Inc., on fourteen parcels of land situated in the area of the proposed parking district. This appraisal' had been ordered preparatory to the public hearing on the vehicle Parking District formation, scheduled 11 for June 13, 1956. The City Manager again brought to the Council the matter of adauisition of available property to be used in the expansion of police department facilities as recommended by the Capital Outlay Committee!), The Council favored meeting with owners of such properties for a more detailed discussion and a meeting !, will be arranged. • From the Engineering Department, assessment report on sidewalk repair in accordance with the pro- visions of the Improvement Act of 1911 on the following property: 1) Lot 26, Park Villa, Owner, Lee F. and Grace E.C. Johns 522 Fourth Street Sidewalk repair $30.00 2) Lot 12, Blk. B, Dike and Logie, Edmund J. and Ella Retzlaff, 646 Eureka st. 'I Sidewalk repair The owners having been notified that this Council meeting would be a public hearing on this assess) ment and no protest being forthcoming on Item 1, it was approved on motion of Councilman Morlan, seconded by Councilman Romo. Mr. Retzlaff spoke from the floor in protest to Item 2, informing the Council that he felt the broken sidewalk could have been caused by disposal trucks backing over it. Manager Workman reconmanded , that Council's action be with-held until further investigation can be made. CITY ATTORNEY Ordinance No. 1021, an ordinance of the City of Redlands known as the Uniform Sales and Use Tax, ' ,44 490 presented for regular adoption, second reading in detail thereof waived by unanimous roll-call vote, I adopted by the Council by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Lamm, Morlan, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson. I NAYS: None ABSENT: None I Resolution No. 825, a resolution authorizing the Mayor of the City of Redlands to execute an agree ment for State administration of local sales and use taxes, introduced and unanimously adopted by the Council. Ordinance No. 1024, an ordinance of Intention to Close a portion of Cook Street lying between East I Colton Avenue and East Brockton Avenue, introduced, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and laid over under the rules. Ordinance No. 1026, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 825, authorizing an amendment to the contract providing for participation in the California State Employee's Retirement System, introduced by Councilman Morlan, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and laid over under the rules. I I Resolution No. 813, a resolution of the City of Redlands accepting a Quitclaim Deed to the City of I Redlands from the University of Redlands for a 30 foot wide strip of land in a portion of the SES of Section 1, Tract 3133, Country Club Estates, presented and approved by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Lanun, Morlan,Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson. NAYS: NONE ABSENT: NONE Ordinance Na. 102 III The time for a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1025, an ordinance of the City of Redlands approving the annexation of certain uninhabited territory, designated Annexation No. 4, to the City of Redlands, having been set for 4:00 P.M. June 5, 1956, the meeting was now declared a public hearing on this ordin- ance and all interested patties were invited to inspect the map. Clerk Whaley read three written protests, from Mrs. Alice Boullioun, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Jenks, and Mrs. Lenore Tate. Mr. Richardson and Mr. Henderson announced that they represented the property owners but upon being informed that. an alternate description had been drawn up which will exclude all private property, entered no protest. A motion was then made by Councilman Romo achfirming the fact that no protests had been made. Seconded by Councilman Wilson and carried. A motion authorizing the changes in boundaries as outlined in corrected copy of I Resolution No. 817 was then made by Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wjlson, and unanimously carried. Ordinance No. 1025 was then introduced by Councilman Morlan, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll- call vote, and laid over under the rules. Councilman Wilson inquired relative to the status of Acting Park Superintendent Dawson. Manager I Workman informed the Council that Mr. Staniforth was still Park Superintendent until June 30th at which time some action would be taken dependent upon Mr. Staniforth's health. Councilman Wilson then inquired as to the status of Mr. Wesley Brown. At the recent special meeting of the City Council held on May 29, 1956, the dismissal of Mr. Brown as Police Chief was not ratified and I he was re-instated on a ninety day probation. Mr. Wilson then asked the City Attorney as to with-holdin4 of Mr. Brown's salary. Attorney Taylor stated that Mr. Brown was entitled to his pay for the period of time between his dismissal and its ratification. Considerable discussion came up as to the intent im- plied by the word 'rescin4' as used in the re-instatement motion. The Attorney informed the Council that he could not interpert the Council's intent but that until such time as dismissal is ratified Mr. Brown is Chief of Police. The City Attorney presented each Council member with a five page opinion on the status L 49. of a department head during the period between dismissal by the City Manager and ratification by the City Council. Councilman Wilson asked whether Manager Workman would now assume responsibility for the police department and would he now direct orders to the Police Chief. Mr. Workman answered, "Yes", but my resignation still stands." Councilman Romo inquired as to the Managers resignation. Mayor Anderson said that he had it but before it could be read, Manager Workman handed Mayor Anderson his it withdrawel of the resignation. The City Attorney then stated that some further study would be necessary�i on Section 6, Ordinance 899. Final decision was that Mr. Brown was restored as Police Chief on a ninety 1 i day probation period. REPORTS The report of the City Treasurer for the month of May, 1956, presented and ordered filed. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting June 13, 1956 at 2:00 o'clock P.M. o !i � ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley Cid City Clerk ' ayor o,the ity of Redlands, California. 6-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-O-O-0-0- i Redlands, California June 13, 1956 2:00 o'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Lamm, Wilson, and Mayor Anderson; City Attorney Taylor, City Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Councilmen Morlan and Romo, and City Clerk Whaley. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance. II RESIGNATION OF COUNCILMAN MORLAN: INSTALLATION OF COUNCILMAN HOOPER At this time Mayor Anderson requested Deputy City Clerk Soper to read the resignation of Dr. Robert L. Morlan as a member of the City Council. After the reading of the resignation, Councilman Lamm expre- ssed, on behalf of the Council, regret in the loss of Dr. Morlan as a Council member and appreciation ofl the hard work and spirit of cooperation shown while he served the community. Dr. Morlan has been awarded the Fullbright Fellowship and will spend the next year teaching in The Netherlands. The resignation Ijl was accepted on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Lamm, after which Mayor Anderson directed that letters of appreciation be sent to the two recently resigned Council members, Mr. Emmett Osbun and Dr. Morlan. The Mayor then called for nominations to fill the vacancy created by Dr. Morlan'sl resignation. Councilman Lamm nominated Fred M. Hooper. No other names being submitted as a candidate, the Mayor declared the nominations closed and the appointment of Mr. Hooper was approved on motion of Councilman Lamm, seconded by Councilman Wilson, appointment effective June 13, 1956. Mr. Hooper was then sworn in by the City Attorney and took his seat at the Council table. PUBLIC HEARING ON REPORT AND ORDINANCE OF INTENTION, VEHICLE PARKING DISTRICT No. 1 Mayor Anderson announced as follows: The hour of 2:00 o'clock P.M. having arrived, this is the time and place fixed for the hearing , I J 7 4 Y4;! on the report filed in connection with proposed Vehicle Parking District No. 1 -- It is also the time and place fixed for the hearing on the formation of said district as proposed by Ordinance of Intention No. 1019. The Deputy City Clerk then presented to the Council the four affidavits showing publication, post' ing and mailing of the ordinance of intention and mailing of the notice of hearing on report. City Attorney Taylor then introduced Attorney Ray Lindman of Los Angeles, representative of O'Melveny & Myers, and an authority on municipal law, who in turn gave to the Council and to the audi- ence a brief explanation of the two hearings. City Attorney Taylor then administered the following oath to the City Engineer: "Do you swear that the testimony you will give at this hearing will be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth?" After an affirmative answer, the City Engineer read his report. He readthe report proper and the exhibit showing cost estimated in full, and referred to the map in pointing out to the audience the boun- daries of the proposed district and locations of the lots to be acquired. Mr. Lindman then explained the procedure to be followed in considering protests. The City Attorney, for the Deputy City Clerk, then read in full all written protests filed. One written legal protest came from Helen G. Gisk, who owns .7 of one per cent of the land area, and 24 letters from employees of the Robin Hood Sportswear garment factory, objecting to plans to clear the plant for parking, and a letter from American Legion Post 106, asking three alternatives for their clubhouse, (also slated for demolition); provide another building, leave the present one, or pay $80,000.00 for it. After all written protests had been read, Mayor Anderson asked: "Does any person who filed a writ- ten protest or his representative desire to be heard orally in support of such protest?" There was no response. The Mayor asked: "Does any person wish to make an oral protest?" First to take the floor was Mr. Jack H. Lande, Los Angeles attorney for Robin Hood Sportswear. Mr. Lande warned the Council that if the city would have to condemn th ilproperty to acquire it, it would be an expensive process. He poi- nted out the moral obligation to an industry that employs over 70 persons and is a clean, quiet plant. Helen G. Fisk asked as to any recommendation of the Planning Commission and was informed that this was not. a Planning Commission problem except in relationship to the Master Plan. Miss Fisk inquired as to whether the City had attempted to obtain any additional parking lots and was informed that it had not. Mr. Emmet Osbun then addressed the Council, stating he had no objection to the district but asked only that his seven lots ,be excluded from the district as the 56-car parking lot at 6th and Citrus, owned by the Osbun Properties, better than meets the requirements of 'one for one' parking. Attorney Lindman informed Mr. Osbun that if exclusions are made boundary lines must be changed and that more than the present use of the property must be_ considered. Mr. Osbun handed Mayor Anderson a letter from George L. Williams, service station owner at 6th and Citrus, asking that his property also be excluded. Mr. J. D. Inman expressed concern over receiving a just price for his property'. Mayor Anderson then asked: "Does any person present desire to speak an favor of the proceeding or comment upon it in any other way?" At this point Mr. Gene Malone addressed the Council. Mr. Malone, who headed the Chamber of Commerce Parking Committee which recently ended two years of preliminary work, reviewed the advantages of the State Enabling Act- under which a parking district commission would providll off-street parking, and informed his listeners that owners of 70 per cent of the land had signed peti- tions for the district. Following Mr. Malone, the Council heard from Mr. Frank Malter, Mr. C.O. Pierpoillt, Mr. Earl Witmer, Mr. Clare H. Day, Mr. John K. Cenkner, Mr. D. H. Meyers, Mr. Ira Yates, Mr. Arthur Gregory, L. �� 493 .,z. Mr. Mark F. Neilson, Mr. William Hallett, Mr. George DeVries and Mr. Clifford Brewster, all giving reasons in support of the proposed district. Attorney Lindman then asked City Engineer Johnson whether or not in his opinion all of the lands in the proposed district will be benefited by the proposed project. The City Engineer answered : "Yes." Those present in protest- had no question of the Engineer at this time. 11 Mayor Anderson questioned: "Does any person in the audience or sty member of the Council desire tor ask the City Engineer any question regarding his written report which he read earlier in the meeting?" Mr. Pomeroy asked where, if property costs were too high, the money was coming from. Attorney Linde 'man informed Mr. Pomeroy that if costs were too high, the City could abandon proceedings and start over. He stated, however, that there was a leeway of approximately $100,000.00 up to time of actual bond sale. City Engineer Johnson reported to the Council the total area of lands in the district subject to h assessment, the total area of such lands as to which written protests have been filed, and the total percentage of such total area such written protests represent. (.7 of one per cent.) As there was no majority written protest, Councilman Wilson proposed the following order: This Cite Council hereby determines that written protest or objection to the doing of the things proposed to be d done as set forth in Ordinance of Intention No. 1019 has not been made by the owners of more than one- half of the area of the land included within the proposed Vehicle Parking District No. 1 of this City and, subject to assessment, and there is no majority protest within the meaning of Sections 2930 and 2931• of the Streets and Highways Code. This order was adopted on motion of Councilman Lamm and carried unanimously. At this point Attorney Lindman informed the Council there were four alternate decisions the Council)could arrive at: 1) Abandon the proceeding; 2) Delay the hearing; 3) Change Boundary; 4) Order the disc: trict, formed. Mayor Anderson asked whether it would be the wish of Council to discuss possible change or location of the proposed lots and inquired of Mr. Lindman as to possibility of approving the formation 0 I of the district with the actural location the parking lots left open at this time. Attorney Lindman sta-';i II ted that the approval must be given an the lots and boundaries as presently set forth but also reminded 111 11 the Council that if the lots could not be obtained or costs were too high the City could abandon proceedi ings and start over. The following motion was then made by Councilman Wilson: It is hereby ordered that all protests and objections, both written and oral, made or filed in the matter of Vehicle Parking District No. 1 be and the same are hereby overruled and denied. Motion was seconded by Councilman Lamm and carried un- 1 animously. Resolution No. 827, a resolution of the City of Redlands, California, determining that,,:the,'public:i t ' interest,:•conveniencecandshecessity require the formation of a Vehicle Parking District and require the acquisition and improvement substantially as set forth in the report on file, and determing the project it feasible, (Vehicle Parking District No. 1), was adopted at this time on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Lamm, and unanimously carried. ' ORDINANCE NO. 1028 Ordinance No. 1028, an_ordinance of the City of Redlands, California, finding and determining that the public interest and necessity require, and ordering, the acquisition and improvement for Vehicle Parking District No. 1 of said City and establishing the boundaries of said district, introduced by Councilman Wilson, summarized by Attorney Lindman, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, 1� and ordered laid over under the rules. APPOINTMENT OF MAYORPRO-TEM Mayor Anderson proposed the name of Councilman Lamm to act as Mayor pro-item. On motion of , 494 Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, this proposal was unanimously approved. Mayor Ander- son requested and was granted permission. o to leave the continental limits of the United States on motion of Councilman Lamm; seconded -by .Councilman Hooper. (For a 60 day period) . ORDINANCE NO. 1027 Ordinance No. 1027, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, amending Ordinance No. 1021 entitled "An ordinance of the City of Redlands California, imposing a City Sales and Use Tax; providing for the performance by the State Board of Equalization of all functions incident to the administration, operation, and collection of the Sales and Use Tax hereby imposed; suspending the provisions of Ordinance Nos. 936 ' and 937 (Redlands Ordinance Code, Chapters 24 and 25) , during such time as this ordinance is operative; and providing penalties for violations thereof, introduced by Councilman Wilson, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and laid over under the rules. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman at this time again asked the Council to act on his recommendation relative to the dismissal of Police Chief Wesley Brown, Jr. Mr. Workman stated the situation was becoming so bad that he could not constitutionally live with it any longer, and declared that there were attitudes among the police officers which he did not care to discuss openly. City Attorney Taylor read the motion of May 28 ordering Manager Workman to rescind his notice of dismissal of Chief Brown and put the police chief on a 90 day probation. The Attorney now asked the Council to either ratify or not ratify dismissal, making it a direct action, but first to rescind by motion the action of May 28. Mayor Anderson stated that the Council should defer action until Councilman Romo can be present. Attorney Thomas Eckhardt of San Ber- nardino, present at the request of interested citizens and of Mr. Brown, made the objection that a Council has no right to go back and interpert a motion, and that the word 'rescind' as used in Councilman Wilson's motion meant just that. Considerable discussion followed as to the actual dismissal notice of Mr. Brown. Attorney Taylor stating that the City Manager had not issued one, only appointed an Acting Chief. Council- man Wilson declined to withdraw his motion using the word 'rescind' . Manager Workman then read his re- signation. Councilman Lamm appealed to Mr. Workman to give 'a little effort for a little longer', as we were well into the 90 day period of probation. Mayor Andersonurged the Manager take a month's vacation to re-consider his decision. CouncilmanHooper also urged Mr. Workman to give it more time. Manager Work man replied that there was no particular point in discussing it further but that he did not want to be critized for not offering the opportunity. The Council adjourned to a budget session Friday, June 15th, 1956 at 7:30 P.M. The resignations of the City Manager and the Assistant City Manager were handed to the Deputy City Clerk as the meeting adjourned. -7 7€ ayor. :o a ',:.o g.e : . s ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- ' Redlands, California June 15, 1956 7:30 o'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the Redlands City Council held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Lamm, Hooper, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor Anderson; City Attorney Taylor, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: City Clerk Whaley 495 ORDINANCE N0. 1026 Ordinance No. 1026, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 858, providing li for the participation of the City of Redlands in the California State Employee's Retirement System, presented, second reading waived by unanimous roll call vote, and adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Lamm, Hooper, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCE N0. 1025 I Ordinance No. 1025, an ordinance of the City of Redlands approving the annexation of certain un- inhabited territory east of Mentone, known as Annexation No. 4, presented, second detailed reading waived by unanimous roll call vote, and adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Lamm, Hooper, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Anderson NAYS: None ABSENT: None II CITY MANAGER CD At the meeting of June 13, 1956, City Manager Workman had asked that the Council ratify his re- r,1 commendation for the dismissal of Wesley Brown, Jr., as Chief of Police. This particular business had I� • been deferred until this time because of the absence of Councilman Romo at the June 13th meeting, Mayor ct Anderson stating he felt a full Council should be present to act in this matter. Attorney Taylor summ- arized the events preceeding the present meeting, all of which are a matter of Council record. Council- man Lamm spoke in some detail, then made a motion to ratify the recommendation of the City Manager. Councilman Hooper addressed the audience in support of Councilman Lamm, followed by Councilman Wilson III and Councilman Romo, both of whom upheld the action of the meeting of May 28, 1956. Attorney Eckhardt of San Bernardino, for the citizens of the City and Mr. Brown, filed a request for a hearing on the basis of new allegations and asked that the charges be put in writing. Councilman Romo stated that the Council had changed by the resignations of two members since the May 28th action and he felt that the original decision should stand. After the long discussion, the motion was seconded by Councilman Hooper �, and approved by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Lamm, Hooper and Mayor Anderson NAYS: Councilmen Romo and Wilson ABSENT: None Councilman Lamm then asked Manager Workman if he wanted his resignations to stand. Mr. Workman, �I replied that he was willing to work through the budget providing he had the full cooperation of the Council. Assistant City Manager Mercer likewise agreed to stay and Planning Director Conner informed jl the Council that he would be happy to work with Mr. Workman. Councilman Hooper then brought up the need I for additional help to clear up the back-log of work that has accumulated as well as for budget prepar- ation. He felt that three additional assistants could be used but that one was imperative at this time.; Councilman Romo inquired as to the cost of such an assistant and whether it was proposed on a temporary II i or permanent basis. Manager Workman informed the Council that he felt a qualified man could be had for $6,000.00 or $6,500.00 per year. Councilman Hooper made the motion that such an administrative assis- II I tant be hired, said hiring to be accomplished as soon as possible and on a temporary basis. Motion sec-I onded by Councilman Lamm and carried. The matter of accepting Manager Workman's resignation was then considered. It was moved by Coun- II cilman Lamm that the Council do not accept the resignation of City Manager Workman or of Assistant City 1 I Manager Mercer. Motion seconded by Councilman Hooper and approved by the following roll-call vote: II ,I AYES: Councilman Lamm, Hooper, and Mayor Anderson I NAYS: Councilmen Romo and Wilson j ABSENT: None u .A vy 496 No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned to a reg- ular meeting June 19, 1956, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. / ATTEST: H. R. Whaley City Clerk , mai) i / SO •. ��� %/ / , Mayor of the City of Redlands, California. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California June 19, ock6 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Hooper, Wilson and Mayor pro-tem Lamm; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, Assistant City Manager Mercer and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Mayor Anderson, Councilman Romo, and Manager Workman. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend John H. Muller, Bethany Reformed Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. A. L. Richardson brought to the Council0 request for funds to be budgeted for Chamber of Commerce support the coming fiscal year. Mr. Richardson requested the sum of $4,500.00 be allocated II/in the amount $1500.00 this year. He pointed out that a state wide survey show that Redlands contribution to the Chamber last year was the lowest of any city of comparable population and third lowest in the state. The Council agreed to consider this petition for increased funds during the present budget decisions. Mayor Lamm at this time announced that Manager'Workanan's absence was due to the sudden death of Mrs. Workman's father in Los Angeles. Mr. Jerry Haislip for the Merchants Division of the Chamber of Commerce brought to the Council a previously submitted recommendation that consideration be given to the following plan to improve parking conditions in the down-town area: 1. Adopt the Lions Club program of courtesy nickel parking. 2. Five blocks of downtown streets be changed to one-hour limit, and present parking meters be used. One block north, west and south of the intersection of State and Orange Streets and two blocks east. 3. Fines to be $1.00 instead of .50¢. 4. Citations to be in the form of collect-postage envelopes. 5. The above to be on a six-month trial basis. After some discussion, Councilman Wilson moved that the City Attorney be directed to prepare the necessary amendment to the traffic ordinance as requested by the Chamber of Commerce and the Lions Club. Motion seconded by Councilman Hooper and carried. Attorney Taylor indicated his wish to meet with the Parking Committee of the Chamber of Commerce along with the traffic department in order to work out details of the change. PLANNING COMMISSION RECC 4ENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held on the 12th day of June, 1956 the following recommendations were submitted to the Redlands City Council: 1. That the request of R. Bruce Showier for permission to split a residence from a grove, property located at 561 East Cypress Avenue, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission, This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and carried unanimously. X97 Planning Director Conner presented Lot Split No. 25, Harold Hagen, fpr the Mayor's signature. This 'I split was approved by the Council September 15, 1953, and the owner now desires to the the record of survey recorded. On motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and carried, the Mayor pro-tem was authorized to sign this record of survey subject to checking and signing by the City Engineer. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Public Utilities Commission of the State of California, notice of application of Transcon- tinental Bus System, Inc., for authorization to increase fares on the Continental Pacific and Pacific Greyhound Lines. From the San Bernardino County Board' of Supervisors, copy of resolution of intention to establish an industrial prison camp and farm at the present site in Etiwanda. From the Santa Ana Regional Water Pollution Control Board, notice of adjournment of a public hearing in the matter of the quality of water to be maintained in the Santa Ana river at Prado, until March 1, 1957. t From the State of California, Office of Civil Defense, copy of legislation effecting civil defense and disaster in California. From Cotton and Francisco, Public Accountants, Redondo Beach, California, a request for permission to submit a proposal for auditing the accounts and records of the City of Redlands for the fiscal year ' ending June 30, 1956. Assistant City Manager Mercer addressed the Council, stating that consideration of this firm would be preferable to a bid basis, as they are familiar with the accounts and methods used by the City. Mr. Mercer also suggested the City consider a proposal on a quarterly basis. The Council directed Mr. Mercer to obtain a proposal on such a basis and bring in to the Council. Fromthe State of California, Department of Public Works, acknowledgement of receipt of Resolution No. 821, a resolution of the City of Redlands concerning the operation of the traffic signals at the I intersections of Colton Avenue and Orange Street and of Beacon Street with Citrus Avenue. UNFINISHED BUSINESS'. At this time a report of a special meeting of the Park Committee was read. This meeting was held June 18, 1956, pursuant to the request of the City Council, regarding the use of Caroline Park. Attorney' Rex Cranmer brought the Council up to date, stating that this matter had been brought to the Council May 1, 1956, with a request for permission to develop a riding ring for the use of the Young Horsemen's H Association. At that time there were no objections and the Council authorized the proposal and appropi- ' + ated $350.00 to do the rough grading. Immediately thereafter a petition signed by 20 nearby residents . protested such use of the area, bringing their petition to the Council for reconsideration of the May 1st,. decision. It was considered, then referred to the Park Committee for the above special meeting and the ' following it the result of that meeting and the recommendation of the Park Committee: 1. That the Park Commission explore the possibilities of either exchanging or selling the area for 111 more suitable park area, if possible. 2. That nothing in the way of work or improvement be done to Caroline Park until the exploriation I�' of selling or trading has been completed. After careful consideration of this report, Councilman Wilson moved that the action of May 1, 1956 be rescinded and that the recommendation of the Park Committee be approved. Motion seconded by Council- man Hooper and carried unanimouslt. .A4 I - Ordinance No. 1027, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 1021, Uniform Sales and Use Tax, presented, second detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Lamm, and Wilson `! NAYS: None ABSENT: Mayor Anderson and Councilman Romo Ordinance No. 1028, an ordinance of the City of Redlands approving Vehicle Parking District No.1, presented, second detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and adopted as follows: I+ I AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Lamm and Wilson NAYS: None ABSENT: Councilmen Romo and Mayor Anderson NEW BUSINESS The Council at this time was requested to concur in an investment policy for the Cemetery Endowment Fund to include local agencies within the State of California such as: Water District Bonds, School District Bonds, Reclamation District Bonds and Municipal Revenue Bonds. This request was made by City Treasurer Harry E. Wolthan and had been verbally approved by the City Attorney relative to the legality of such investments. The Council agreed that the policy would be advantageous to the City and approved I the recommendation of the City Treasurer on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Wilson. Assistant City Manager Mercer presented for renewal a contract between the County of San Bernardino and the City of Redlands for enforcement of orchard heater control ordinances for the coming year. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, Mayor Lamm was authorized to execute this agreement on behalf of the City of Redlands. The Assistant City Manager informed the Council that San Bernardino County had increased restaurant I,I inspection fees from $5.00 to $10.00. Referred to Attorney Taylor to check with Mr. Powell, County Health Department. Engineer Johnson requested permission to issue an invitation to bid on the installation of the Church Street - San Bernardino Avenue sewer job. The City Clerk was authorized to call for bids on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Wilson. Transfer of Water Contracts with 'Option W was approved on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper. CITY ATTORNEY IJ Attorney Taylor presented Resolution No. 828, a resolution of intention to close a portion of Univer'i sity Street adjacent to Lots 1, 2 and ll, Block 10, Lugonia Heights, and the time of 2:oo o'clock P.M. July 3, 1956 was set for a public hearing, on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper. ' The matter of afternoon or evening meetings for theCouncil was discussed briefly and it agreed to continue the afternoon meetings as called for by resolution. II Time set for opening of air conditioning for the City Hall is advertised as 2:30 P.M., July 3, 1956. Mr. Taylor reported to the Council on the progress of the Orange County Water suit. This suit is being heard in Sat Bernardino at present and after a grief summary of the progress, the Attorney informed the Council that the hearings may take three months more. The City Attorney brought to the Council a report of the meeting called by the Board of Supervisors of San Bernardino County relative to the need to activate an Air Pollution Control Board or Bistrict in the County. The City of Redlands is already on record with a supporting resolution. \_ r, 197 REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Police Department, the Building Inspection Department, the City Treasurer, the Fire De- partment and the Cemetery Department for the month of May, 1956, and from the City Treasurer, statement of Receipts and Budget Comparison through month of May 31, 1956. BILLS AND SALARIES Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: Harry'R. Whaley, it Clerk 1.)",047anMayor of the City of Redlands I I -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- CI Redlands California I July 2, 1956 8:00 o'clock A.M. A special meeting of the, City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. III Present: Councilmen Hooper, Wilson, Romo and Mayor Lamm, pro-tem; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, Assistant City Manager Mercer and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Mayor Anderson This meeting was called for the express purpose of adopting the budget for 1956-1957, for setting a property tax rate and for introducing Ordinance No. 1029, amending the traffic ordinance. After a short discussion, the budget as presented was adopted on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, with the stipulation that a transposed figure be corrected. Motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and unanimously carried, setting the property tax rate at $1.48 for the fiscal year 1956-1957. Resolution No. 829, a resolution of the City of Redlands adopting the Courtesy Parking Plan of the Lions Club, presented by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Lamm, Romo, Wilson.. NAYS: None it ABSENT: Mayor Anderson II Resolution No. 830 , a resolution authorizing the printing of collect-postage envelopes to be used in the issuance of over-time parking citations was presented by Councilman Wilson, motion seconded by Councilman Hooper, and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Lamm, Romo, Wilson NAYS: None ABSENT: Mayor Anderson 111ORDINANCE NO. 1029, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 62, Ordinance No.932 I'. entitled "Parking Meters", introduced by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and laid over under the rules. ORDINANCE NO. 1030, an ordinance of the City of Redlands providing parking time limits in specified , locations, introduced by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and laid over under the rules. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. AT7RBT: Harry R. Whaley City-ulerk Mayor of the City of Redlands , I 6(212 Redlands, California July 3, 1956 5:30 o'clock P.M. An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Hooper, Romo and Mayor pro-tem Lamm, City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, Assistant City Manager Marcer and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Councilman Wilson and Mayor Anderson The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Oscar Sedam, Council of Churches. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the minutes of the last meeting, that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. As this was the time and place advertised for the hearing of protests relative to property assess- ments the Council opened at this time, sitting as a Board of Equalization. No protests being forthcoming` the hearing was declard closed and the Council open for regular business. However, because of the change in advertised time of the Council meeting from 2:00 o'clock P.M. until 5:30 o'clock P.M., the Council will again sit as a Board of Equalization at the July 17th, 1956 meeting. CITATION FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE At this time Mayor Lamm presented former Councilman Robert L. Morlan with a certificate of award for outstanding service to the community during the two years and two months he served on the City li Council. The Council expressed regret in losing Dr. Morlan as a member and wished him much success as he goes to Holland for a years' professorship under the Fullbright award. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on air conditioning equipment for the City Hall, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Refrigeration Equipment and Supply Company San Bernardino $14,188.00 Utility Heating and Cooling Corporation Riverside 15,993.00 Fulmor Air Conditioning Colton 16,7711.00 Ralph E. Manns Wilmington 21,180.00 These bids were referred to the City Engineer for study. Later in the meeting they were returned to the Council with the recommendation that the bid of the Refrigeration Equipment and Supply Company, meeting all specifications and being the lowest submitted, be accepted. Approval was given on motion of Council- man Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and unanimously carried. ORDINANCE NO. 1024 , As this was the time set for a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1024, an ordinance of the City of Redlands declaring intention to close a portion of Cook Street north of East Colton Avenue and south of East Brockton Avenue, the meeting was opened as a public hearing. No protest being forthcoming, meeting was closed as a public hearing, second detailed reading of the ordinance was waited by unanimous roll- I ' call vote and Ordinance No. 10211 adopted as follows: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Romo and Mayor pro-tem Lamm i! NAYS: None ABSENT: Councilman Wilson and Mayor Anderson {j RESOLUTION NO. 828 As this was the time set for a public hearing on Resolution No. 828, a resolution of intention to close a portion of University Street adjacent to Lots 1, 2 and 14, Block 10, Lugonia Heights, the meeting 50 was again opened as a public hearing. No protest being forthcoming, Resolution No. 828 was adopted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and the City Attorney was directed to proceed with a resolution ordering the work. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. Mark D. Anderson addressed the Council with a prepeared statement relative to certain allega- tions made against him during the recent hearing in the dismissal of Wesley Brown, Jr., as Police Chief. 111 Mr. Anderson denied certain statements made by Mr. Brown and urged the Council to face the real facts behind the recent trouble. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held June 26, 1956, the following recommendations were submitted to the City Council. 1. That the request of Gordon Fields, Inc. , for permission to convey title in fee to the north half of the shopping center on Highway 99 between Palm and Cypress to a supermarket.be denied. At this time a ,n C2 letter from Attorney Rex Crammer was presented and read by Planning Director Conner, requesting that this i CC item of business be withdrawn. Attorney Cranmer is the legal representive for Gordon Fields, Inc. That the City Council adopt a policy to require subdividers to install street name signs and orna- mental street lights to the standards prescribed by the City Council. On motion of Councilman -Hooper, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the foregoing recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved by the City Council. Planning Director Conner brought to the Council a recommendation made by the Planning Commission at the meeting of June 12, 1956 on behalf of Mr. Robert C. Deitrick for permission to split a 3 acre parcel from property located onthe east side of Alessandro Road across from the Hillside Cemetery. Council actioi was postponed at the June 19 meeting until Mr. Deitrick could be present. At this time Mr. Deitrick ad- dressed the Council relative to Item 1, Water Department recommendations, stating that he had already sold to the City all the water stock that went with the property but was willing to negotiate on some financial basis in-lieu of the the water stock required by Ordinance No. 988. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, this split was approved with the provisions as set forth in the the minutes of the Planning Commission, with the stipulation that some satisfactory arrangement relative to Ordinance No. 988 be worked out between the City Attorney, the Water Deoartanent and Mr. Deitrick. Final approval of Lot Split No. 132, Mr. Bruce Showier, was given on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper. APPLICATIONS From the Council of Churches, a request for the Ilse of the Redlands Community Bowl for a program rehearsal on July 12 and on July lit, 1956 was approved on m otion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Council- man Hooper. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and tread: Legislative Bulletin from the League of California Cities. From the Housing Authority of San Bernardino County, payment in_lieu of taxes on Lugonia Homes and Brockton Homes. (Federal Housing projects) Fromthe .State Controller, State of California, summary of apportionments of Motor Vehicle Lecense Fees for period of June 1, 1955 to May 31, 1956. i:A So& NEW BUSINESS Ordinance No. 1031, an ordinance of the City of Redlands setting the rate and levying the property tax at $1.48 per $100.00 of assessed value for the fiscal year 156-1957, introduced by Attorney Taylor, I detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call voteon motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman I Hooper, and laid over under the rules. Ordinance No. 1032, an ordinance of theCity of Redlands conveying by deed to adjacent owners the interest of the City of Redlands in portion of University Street, presented, detailed reading waived by I unanimous bote on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and laid over under the rules.% The matter of salary increases for help in the Treasurer's office and the Clerk's office was dis- cussed by tthe,Gouneil. Assistant Manager Mercerinformed the Council that present classifications of the employees referred to made salary increases impossible as both the Assistant City Treasurer and the Chief Deputy Clerk were at the top in their present classifications. The Council agreed that an adjustment I in classification should be made in the case of the Clerk's assistant. Intthe case of the Assistant City Treasurer, the Council felt that as there was no other classification open the adjustment should be made in salary schedule but preferredLto wait in this case for a full Council, any adjustment , however, to be retroactive to July 1, 1956. From the State Division of Highways, memorandum of agreement covering the proposed expenditure of the gas tax allocation to the City of Redlands for major City streets for the fiscal year ending June 30, ii 1957, presented, and Resolution No. 829 approving the memorandlin was adopted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper. ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER Assistant City Manager Mercer read a letter from Manager Workman recommendaing the appointment of Mr. Ralph P. Merritt as new Assistant City Manager to replace Mr. Mercer whose resignation becomes effective July 15, 1956. On motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the appointment of Mr. Merritt was approved. Ordinance No. 1033, an ordinance of the City of Redlands authorizing a new schedule of charges for the Disposal Department, introduced by Attorney Taylor, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and laid over under the rules. The proposal of the firm of Cotton and Francisco, Accountants, to do the annual audit for the City loft Redlands for the sum of $1,000.00 was approved on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman ;Romo. 41r. Mercer brought to the attention of the Council the work that had been done by the Capital Outlay Committee, as well as the offer of Mr. George N. Voss, San Bernardino, to sell to the City two parcels of property in the rear of and adjoining the Police Station. This offer was made in April and Mr. Voss would like some answer from the City in the near future. While it was agreed tby the Council that an ansWer could not be given on this purchase until a full Council returned, they agreed fully that this item shoul�I receive the earliest possible attention. Resolution No. 83o, a resolution of the City of Redlands changing the time of regular Council meetings to the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 o'clock P.t4., presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Romo and Mayor pro-tem Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: Councilman Wilson and Mayor Anderson Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further businye1sa�, de anding attention at this time, on motion, th ouncil WhoutE W %h Attest: Harty R. aley p_. Mayor pro- m, Cfty,1 dlands, California .503 Redlands, California July 17, 1956 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, heldLat the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Hooper, Romo, and Mayor pro-tem Lamm; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Councilman Wilson and Mayor Anderson. The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Walter Kalvesmaki, First Presbyterian Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously ex- amined the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. At this time the Council opened the meeting sitting as a Board of Equalization for the purpose of hearing any protests relative to property tax assessments. No protests being forthcoming, the public 0 hearing as a Board of Equalization was declared closed and the Council open for regular business. X71 BIDS As this was the time advertised forte opening of bids on the construction of a sewer line on Church Street and San Bernardino Avenue, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Robert Simon Redlands $ 68,728.86 Lloyd Johnson Rialto 101,981.25 Ivan Metkovich Los Angeles 87,1412.00 C.O. Brand Riverside 66,796.16 A.H. Famularo Santa Ana 714,352.50 Shacklett and Bradfield Claremont 149,198.99 On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, these bids were referred to the City Engineer for study-and recommendation. Later in the meeting Engineer Johnson brought the Council a recommendation that the bid of Shacklett and Bradfield, being the lowest and meeting all specifications, be accepted. Approval of this recommendation was made on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, arxi unanimously carried. ORAL PETITIONS Mr. E.J. Zeiner addressed ithe Council at this time with a request on behalf of the proposed Gordon Fields Shopping Center, Highway 99 between Palm and Cypress Avenues, for permission to erect an 8' x 20' sign to advertise the future development of the site. Building Inspector Phelps informed the Council that there was no objection to this sign but that because of its size it would require Council approval for a variance to the code. This variance wasgranted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Council- ' man Hooper, with the stipulation that the sign meets all provisions as set forth by the Building Inspector'. Mr. Pat Fairchild, on behalf of the Citizens Committee for Better Government, requested the use of same part of the City Hall for an open meeting at 7:00 o'clock P.M. August 6, 1956. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, use of the Ltouncil Chambers for this meetinglas •.approved) Harry W. Hyman later requested the Council to withdraw this approval. The Council agreed to give cansidel- ' ation to Mr. Hyman's request but took no action at this time. Mrs. Joyce Litchfield brought a request to the Council for permission to move her beauty shop from 1.425 East Gitms to 423 East 9itrus:Ayenue. Building Inspector Phelps stated that the area was zoned properly for business but that the property at 423 East Citrus would have to be brought up to standards of the electrical code before such use. Mrs. Litchfield agreed to have any required wiring changes made to keep the business to a one operator business and to meet any other requirements of the Building Insp- ector. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Romo. I ,-D I/ NEW BUSINESS From the Southern California Edison Company, a request for a grant of easement for an electric line in, on and over a strip of land 16 feet in width lying within Lot 2, Block 27, Stretch Map of Mentone, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, with the Mayor authorized to execute said grant of easement on behalf of the City of Redlaids. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: lir From the County of San Bernardino, copy of a communication to the City of Ontario, California, • relative to any charges being made for city prisoners at the County Rand Camp. San Bernardino County wild make no such charge during the fiscal year 1956-1957. From the Redlands Camera Shop a letter inviting the purchasing department of the Cityto consider the Camera Shop when there is a need for any supplies they could furnish. From the State of California, Office of Civil Defense, copy of a report on California's earth- quakes, from a conference held April 18, 1956, in San Francisco. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE Na. 1029, an ordinance of tthe City of Redlands amending Ordinance No. 932, Parking Meters, presented, detailed second reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote and adopted on motion of Councilman Hooper, by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilman Hooper, Lamm and Romo j NAYS: None ABSENT: Councilman Wilson and Mayor Anderson. ORDINANCE No 1030, an ordinance of the City of Redlands providing parking time limitd, presented, detailed second reading waived by unanimous roll-call tote and adopted on motion of Councilman Hooper, by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Romo, Hooper and Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: Councilmen Wilson and M4ayor Anderson. Ordinance No. 1031, an ordinance of the City of Redlands fixing the rate and levying the property tax for the fiscal year 1956-1957, presented, detailed second reading waived by unanimous roll call vote and adopted on motion of Councilman Hooper by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Romo, Hooper and Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: Councilman Wilson and Mayor Anderson. 0 Ordinance No. 1032, an ordinance of the City of Redlands conveying by deed to adjacent owners the interest of the City of Redlands in portion of University Street, presented, detailed second reading w I waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and adopted on motion, of Councilman Hooper by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Romo and Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: Councilman Wilson and Mayor Anderson II The City Attorney was authorized to negotiate with Mr. Pierpoint, University of Redlands, and draw up the , necessary deed. Resolution No. 828, a resolption of the City of Redlands ordering the work done of closing, for street purposes, all that portion of University Street adjacent to Lots 1, 2 and 14, Block 10, Lugonia Heights, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Romo, Hooper and Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: Councilman Wilson and Mayor Anderson Ordinance No 1033, an ordinance of the City of Redlands, settin a new schedule of charges for the Disposal Department, had been introduced and laid over atthe last Council meeting. The Council now de- ' sired to adopt this new schedule by resolution in order to put it into effect by August 1, 1958. There- fore, Ordinance No. 1033 was declared introduced but not adopted and Resolution No. 832, establishing schedule of rates to be used by the Sanitation Department was introduced by Councilman Hooper, and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Romo and Lamm NAYS; None ABSENT; Councilman Wilson and Mayor Anderson Resolution No. 831, a resolution of the City of Redlands accepting an easement for the construction, maintenance and operation of water lines, valves and fittings over and across a portion of the N1$- of Section 1, T2S,R3W, from H.H. Fond, Jr., Trustee for Olive A. Ford, presented and accepted on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman reminded the Council that those.iishing to attend the annual conference of the Calif- ornia. League of Cities in Los Angeles October 28 to 31, 1956, should get their reservations in early. Mr. Workman announced a California Chamber of Commerce meeting to be held in San Francisco July 27, relative to the new Federal Highway Program. It was the opinion of the Council that this meeting did not warrant sending the City Engineer such a distance to attend, as the information would no doubt be made public in the near future. A real estate meeting in Los Angeles on July 24, 1956, to program some discussion of urban redevelopI ment renewal, was announced by the Manager. The Building Inspector and his assistant plan to attend this meeting, ad well as Councilman Hooper, who will represent the Realty Board. The City Manager brought to theCouncil a recommendation from the Police Department and the City Engineer that as a safety measure the openings in the island on Brookside Avenue at Roma Street and at Hastings Street be closed immediately. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Romo. Manager Workman brought to the Council the request of the Citizen's National Bank for the widening aid improvement of Seventh Street between State and Citrus. They propose to share in the cost of this work of widening this 30' street to a 36' street to the extent that the City will acquire a completely improved and resurfaced block of street st no cost to the City except the labor. This request was ap- proved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, with the City Attorney authorized to execute an agreement consistent withtthe proposal as submitted by the City Engineer. Mr. Workman submitted a list of names suggested for appointment to work with Claude Ritchie in design of the mausoleum proposed for Hillside Cemetery. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, this committee was approved as submitted. A street lighting program for new subdivision to be furnished by the subdivider, as recommended by the City Engineer, was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper. A street name sign of white on navy bluq for new subdivisions to be furnished by the subdivider, as recommended by Engineer Johnson, was also approved on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Romo. CITY ATTORNEY Attorney Taylor gave a progress report on the -Orange County Water suit now being heard in San Ber- nardino. Mr. Taylor informed theCouncil that the hearing is being adjourned from July 27th until . A4 Pr September 24th, 1956, and gave a comprehensive resume of progress to date. Manager Workman pointed out to the Council that the long costly hearing would put a heavy financial burden on the Water Department. MISCELLANEOUS The problem of a signal attthe scool corner of East Citrus Avenue and Church Street and crossing guards for certain grade schools was discussed briefly. Engineer Johnson informed the Council that a manuel signal would be installed at Church and Citrus before school starts. It was generally agreed that a meeting should be arranged between the Council and the School Board as soon as a full Council returns, for the purpose of arriving at a mutual understanding relative to problems effecting both the schools and the City. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, the City Manager and the Fire Chief were authorized to dispose of a 1924 model fire truck in any way to the best advantage to the City. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Police Department, Fire Department, Building Inspection Department and the Cemetery Depart- ment for the month of June, 1956. From the Building Inspection Department and the Cemetery Department for the fiscal year 1955-1956. From the State Controller, State of California, report of examination of accounts pertinent to preparation of plans for public work program. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley 'City Clerk 1 14t Mayor iy o- - ity o Redlands -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Redlands, California August 7, 1956 7:00 o&clock P.M. A regular,•.meetirg of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Hooper, Romo, Wilson and Mayor pro-tem Lamm; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman, and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Mayor Anderson The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Ronald Cameron, University Methodist Church. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined the record of the last meeting yhat the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. ORAL PETITIONS From the Junior Chamber of Commerce, a request for council permission for the Junior Chamber to represent the City of Redlands with their exhibit at County Fairs to be held in the near future at Hemet, Victorville, and Pomona. This request was approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson. Mrs. Garland Trusty presented a request that an old weed cleaning charge placedas a lien against a I I lot on Calhoun Street be cancelled. Because the charge had not been placed on the Assessment roll before • a title search at the time Mrs. Trusty purchased the property, the Council felt that she should not be held liable for it and an motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the 1,1 City Treasurer was directed to remove the charge from the assessment roll The Council recommended that l the Treasurer and the City Attorney make an attempt to collect this charge from the former owner. Mr. Ray Bright requested the City to consider selling him a 60 foot strip of land adjoining his property on Cienga Road at Brightway in Memtone. Because this land, part of acreage the City now leases I! out as pasture land, is jointly owned by the Mill Creek Water Owners Association, the Cra.ft'an Water Company and the City of Redlands, the Council took no definite action until the Crafton Water Company could be contacted relative to such a sale. Mr. Isley Brown addressed the City Council in connection with a questionaire being circulated among City Employees for signatures. This questionaire as presented asks the employees to indicate a preference for one: a) Civil Service b) Employees Association c) No change at all d) Undecided. ;� After a long discussion, the City Manager was directed to call in the present questionaire and mail each, employee a ballot which can be voted secretly and returned unsigned, said ballot to read as follows: -t Would you like Civil Service as now proposed by the Better Government League? These ballots will be K opened in the presence of Council members or at a regular Council meeting. Mr. L.R. Bangle requested the Council expedite the meeting between the Council, the School Board and '. residents in the vicinity of the old Lugonia School in order that said residents may know what use is to be made of the old school property on Washington Street. The Council agreed to this meeting and Manager hbrkman was directed to make early arrangements for it. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Redlands held July 211, 1956, the if following recommendations were submitted to the City Council: 1. That Revised Tentative Map of Tract 5378, Lugonit Avenue -Occidental Drive, D.N. Schneider and Associates, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved. 2. At a public hearing to consider a variance from the provisions of Section 441.1Q (Truck Loading', Space Requirements) and Section 110.10 (b) (Off Street Parking, General Commercial District) of Zoning ii Ordinance No. 1000, for property located on the south side of East State Street between Smith's Jewelry I Store and the Goodie Shop, request made by Lieberman and Lieberman in behalf of Redlands Development Company, the Planning Commission recommended to the City Council denial of this request for variance as it relates to truck loading space requirements. Attorney Lieberman addressed the Council at some length, ,, petitioning favorable consideration of this requested variance from Loading Space Requirements, Section 50.10, Ordinance No. 1000, After the discussion, on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, aid carried, final action of the Council was deferred until the next meeting of the Council, August 21, 1956, with a meeting of the Planning Commission and the Council with the developers arranged I� for 5:00 o'clock P.M., August 9, 1956. In connection with the second part of this variance request, the 11 Planning Commission recommended to the City Council waiver of the Provisions of Ordinance No. 1000 for 1 off-street parking, providing the Parking wistrict is to satisfy that requirement. This recommendation 'I of the Planning Commission was unanimously approved on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Council- .;I man Romo. � 1 LI 0(2) 3. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 5439, east of Alvarado Street between Cypress and Palm Avenue, M.E.Boggs, owner, be approved with provisions as set forth in the minutes of the Planning Commission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Ramo, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and unanimously carried. 4. That Tentative Maps of Tracts 5440 and 5441, L.P. Scherer, owner, be approved with provisions ' \ as set forth in the minutes of the Planning bommission. This recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Wilson. .5. That Tentative Map of Tract No. 5442, Judson Street between Sylvan Blvd. and Central Avenue, E.J. Zeiner, owner, be disapproved at this time. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, Tentative Map of Tract 5442 was disapproved at this time as recommended by the Planning Commission. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS From Mrs. Pearl Churchill, a petition to use a residence at 703 East Clark Street for a television repair shop was considered. Because this use would constitute a variance to Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, Planning Director Conner informed the Council the request should be presented to the Planning Commission as a petition for variance to the ordinance. The Council advised Mrs. Churchill to channel her petition through the Planning Commission. From the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, a request that their youth organization, the M.I.A, be permitted to sell vanilla extract from door to door for the next 60 days in a drive to raise funds for the Wilding of their new chapel. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, 11/ and carried, this request was approved. Attorney Taylor recommended that proper identification be re- quired of the solicitors. From the office of City Treasurer Harry E. Woltman, notice of change of ownership of the Redlands Bowling Academy to Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Hartzell and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Miller. This notice submitted In accordance with Redlands Ordinance Code, Section 2311, and approved on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper. From the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control notices of applications for transfer of or new licenses for as follows: Off-Sale Beer New John H. Clay, 21 East Central Off-Sale General Transfer Edward A. Tway, 302 East Central Off-Sale Beer and Wine New Florence & William Scruggs, 314 Orange Off-Sale Beer and Wine New It. and Mary Ott, 335 Fourth Street Upon recommendation of the Police Department, the City Attorney was instructed to file a protest in con- nection with the application of John H. Clay, on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman . ' Hooper. UNFINISHED BUSINESS At this time ordinance No. 1020, an ordinance of the City of Redlands regulating solicitors, peddlers and itinerant salesmen by requiring licenses and registration was re-introduced. This ordinance had been introduced some week's ago but was not adopted until numerous changes could be made. Re-introduced at this time, detailed reading was waived on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo,(all Council members had previously studied the lengthy ordinance) and it was laid over under the rules. Numerous interested parties were present and addressing the Council with varying objections were Mr. Terry, Mr. Barney O'Brien, Mr. Orrick, Mr. Newman, Mr. Arthur Jones, Miss May Cross, Mr. Gene Dixon, Mr.kEord Smith. Attorney Taylor pointed out that the purpose of introducing an ordinance and layin it over for two weeks was to permit any desired change to be made before its adoption. Mr. Taylor urged that anyone 369 interested make an appointment with his office to discuss any points of the ordinance they felt not satisfactory. COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Better Government League, a communication w as outlined briefly by Mayor Lamm. This opened the discussion from the floor relative to charges against the office of the City Manager. Attorney Taylor spoke in defense of District Attorney Lathrop, informing the Council that never in his experience in the District Attorney's office had he known him to be influenced by political pres- sure, nor would he deny any case for like reasons. Speaking as officers and members of the Better Government League were Mr. Pat Fairchild, Mr. Ralph Johnson, Mrs. Linda Tackett, Dr. Lois Barr, Mr. C. Russell Allen, and Mr. Malcolm Hebert. After much discussion telative to the wire tapping charge against the Manager's office, Mayor Lamm pointed out that talk and recriminations from the floor would accomplish nothing and called for the next order of business. City Clerk Whaley read a letter of resignation from Mayor Donald S.C. Anderson, effective August , 1956. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this resignation was accepted with expressions of regret. From the San Bernardino County Board of Trade, a communication, relative to the registration of trucks and cars used within the County but presently registered by a parent company outside the JCounty. The City Treasurer to check into this. From the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, letter of appreciation for the $14,500.00 donation to the Chamber as budgeted by the Council this year and requesting that the check be sent at an early date. From the San Bernardino County Board of Health, a communication relative to rodent eradication along the Zanja at First Street. Engineer Johnson informed the Council that the City Plans to clean out all weeds in this area. From the San Bernardino County Health Deaprtment, a letter relative to sewage overflow into Smiley Park. The City Engineer informed the Council that this condition has been investigated and that the present sewer is inadequate to carry the load put upon it by increased population ip the area Mr. Johnson recommended that the City initiate the 1911 Act to for a district to construct new sewer line. The Council concurred in the recommendation and instructed the City Attorney to prepare the necessary Resolution of Intention to form such a district, on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper. From the Peerless Insurance Company, faithful performance blanket bond for all officials, deputie , land employees of the City of Redlands, presented and ordered filed. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Henry L. Voss addressed the Council relative to property he had offered for sale to the City. 111 This property would be particularly desirable for future expansion of the Police Department. Mr. Voss asked for a statement from the Council as to whether they were really interested in buying the propert: or not, as he will sell it otherwise if the City does not want it. The Council were in complete agree ment as to the desirability of the property and on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman liaison, and carried, City Attorney Taylor was directed to work out the legal details of the purchase with Mr. Voss. Al I D CITY ATTORNEY Ordinance No. 1034, an ordinance of the City of Redlands declaring intention of the City to vacate 111 the street located between West State Street to the intersection to Texas Street and Highway 99, in- troduced by Councilman Hooper, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and laid over under the rules. Resolution No. 833, a resolution of the City of Redlands accepting arland_grant from the State of California, presented, and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Romo, Wilson and Mayor pro-tem Lamm NAYS; None ABSENT: None Resolution No. 835, a resolution of the City of Redlands adopting the budget and approving Memoran- dum of Agreement for expenditure of funds allocated under Section 2107.5 of the Streets and Highways Code, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Romo, k�ilson, and Mayor pro-tem Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: None Resolution No. 834, a resolution of the City of Redlands establishing a new schedule of internment fees and lot prices for Hillside Cemetery , presented and unanimously adopted on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper. Water Contracts with 'Option B', transfers of stock from Alma C. Jacques to J.M. Arid Helen Ramirez and from A.G. and Althea Andrews to Jenne and Alta Hummel, presented and the Mayor and Clerk aithorized to execute on behalf of the City of Redlands. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman presented, from the City Engineer, standard specifications and detail drawings for use in that department. The plane as presented were unanimously adopted on motion of Councilman Wilson seconded by Councilman Hooper. Claude Ritchie announced that he would like to arrange a meeting of the Mausoleum Committee with the City Council. Time for such a meeting was set for August 23, 1956 at 7:30 P.M. Mr. Workman re- : quested Council members to get their reservations in at once for the League of California Cities Con- ference in Los Angeles in October. Park Superintendent H.O.L. Staniforth was put on the inactive list as of July 1st, 1956, his salary terminating as of that date, on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo. Councilman Wilson questioned the need for another assistant in the City Manager's office now that the budget is completed. Manager Workman stated that he would like more time to considerthis before answering. The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the City Treasurer and the Cemetery Department for the month of July, 1956. From the City Treasurer, Flow of Funds Statement and Comparative Statement 1955-1956. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further businessdemandingattention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. t� 1\ Wk ATTEST: Harry. R. Whaley i1/4 . sem Mayro . o- -','City of Redlands n Redlands, California August 114, 1956 9:00 o'clock A.M. 111 A special meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Hooper, Wilson and Mayor pro-tem Lamm, City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: Councilman Romo VARIANCE TO ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 1000 This meeting was called for the purpose of giving a decision on the request of the Redlands Development Company for variance to Section 141.10 of Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, Loading Space Require- ments. This request had been tabled for further study at the Council meeting of August 7, 1956. At this time, it was moved by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, that this variance be granted upon the condition that the Redlands Development Company enter into a Covenant Running with the Land as follows: Cd 1. The Company agrees to construct on said property a building so structurally designed that the , southerly 10 feet of the building may be readily removed from said building whenever the Company shall be required to conform with Sections 141.10 and 141.00 of Zoning Ordinance No. 1000. 2. The Company hereby agrees and covenants that, in the event the building immediately adjacent to the above described property on the west side, or the building immediately adjacent to the said property on its east side shall at any time be rebuilt, altered or modified so that thosw building meet the loading requirements of Sections 141.10 and 141.00 of Zoning Ordinance No. 1000, the Company shall promptly rebuild, alter, or modify the above described property so as to meet the requirements of said sections. 3. The Company agrees and hereby covenants to promptly rebuild, alter, or modify the above des- cribed property so as to meet the requirements of Sections 141.10 and 111.00 of Zoning Ordinance No 1000 in the event a substantial section of those building adjacent to the above described alley are at any time reconstructed, altered, or modified in such manner as to effect the use of said alley. ORDINANCE NO. 10314 Ordinance No. 10311, an ordinance of the City of Redlands proposing to vacate the street located between West State Street to the intersection of Texas Street and Highway 99, presented, detailed second reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and adopted as follows: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Wilson and Mayor pro-tem Lamm ARSE: None ABSENT: Councilman Romo No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. ATTEST: a-Pt Harry R. Wrigley City Clerk, Uity of Redlands �• ' V.. Mayor Ero- � City 1 redl.. ds LA Redlands, California � ---- August 21, 1956 7:00 o'clock P.M. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Hooper, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor pro-tem Lamm; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk Whaley, City Manager Workman and Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend T.J. Walling, Church of Christ, Central. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examined] the record of the minutes of the last meeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed with and same be approved. Mayor Lamm announced that Ordinance No. 1020, an ordinance of the City of Redlands regulating ped- dlers, solicitors and itinerant salesmen in the City, scheduled for second reading and adoption at this meeting, would not be voted upon tonight. Councilman Wilson stated that he had asked for the delay and requested Mr. Gene Malone to report to the Cou ncil for the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Malone said that the organigation had studied the proposed ordinance, felt it to be reasonable and that it was needed. He felt that the enforcement of the ordinance should be under the Police Department rather than the City Treasurer. Councilman Hooper indicated that he was in accord with Mr. Wilson in requesting the delay. Councilman Rompesaid that much mail had been received, many ideas advanced and he felt that the variety of suggestions should be sorted out. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, final111, reading of the ordinance was postponed until the September lith meeting, with an informal meeting of the Council and those interested scheduled for August 29, 1956, at 5:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers. ORAL PETITIONS - Mr. George R. Powell addressed the Council with a petition for a variance to the Building Code to permit him to occupy a sheet metal building at 121 Beacon Street with a garage business. Building Inspector Phelps informed the Council that the building is on the property line and does not conform with present regulations, recommending that if a variance is granted it be on a temporary basis only. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, this request for variance to the code was approved contingent upon provisions as set forth by the Building Department, with the stipu- lation that if and when the surrounding property is developed the building be brought up to standard. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the University of Redlands to use the Redlands Community Bowl for their annual Pajamarino Rally on September 21, 1956, was approved on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by ' Councilman Romo. From the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, notice of application of Betty and Harold Kolb to drop partners, Roy and Sarah Stromgren, from business located at 28 West Central Avenue. COMMUNICATIONS II/ The following communications were presented and read: From the Controller of the State of California, apportionment of trailer coach fees to the counties for the period December 1, 1955 to May 31, 1956. From the State of California, Department of Public Works, apportionment to the City of Redlands of its share of 5/8¢ gas tax funds for expenditure on city streets for the first quarter ending June 30, 1956, in the amount of $15,732.81. col 3 FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP Final Map of Tract No. 3785, Alta Loma Estates, presented, and final approval given on motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Wilson. FREEWAY REPORT II At this time Mayor Lamm was asked by Councilman Wilson for a report to the Council and to the public on information recently released by Clyde V. Kane, State Division of Highways, relative to routing 111 of the proposed freeway. Mr. Kane informed Mayor Lamm that at the request of the Council a survey is being made of possibilities of routing through San Timeteo Canyon or the north side of Redlands as well ii as the central district and that a hearing will be held when this data is available. Councilman Wilson said that he wanted the public to know that the Council had not forgotten the issue. F Councilman Wilson presented a request on behalf of Mr. K. Feenstra that Sylvan Boulevard between Church and Division be cleaned of empty cans and refuse. Manager Workman informed the Council that this block has been a problem mainly because there are no curbs and gutters and that it is heavily travelled, 0 9n being a main entry to Sylvan Park, and dusty. Earlier this year, theCouncil agreed to pave it if the property owners would install curbs and gutters. To date, nothing has been done by the owners. The d Council directed the Manager to have the debris and litter cleaned up and to contact the property owners relative to their plans as to curbs and gutters. Councilman Wilson brought to the Council a request from citizens that 'STOP' signs be considered for two locations, one on Brookside at Center and one on Brockton Avenue at Church Street. Manager Workman stated that such recommendations should cane from the Police Department and the City Engineer 4111 after a survey and that he will have these two locations investigated. Mr. Workman brought the Council a recommendation from the Police Department and the City Engineer that Sylvan Boulevard be stopped both ways at its intersection with Judson Street. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, the City Attorney was instructed to draw up the necessary ordinance. NEW BUSINESS At this time City Attorney Taylor explained the procedure necessary to fill the vacancy on the Council created by the resignation of Donald S.C. Anderson on August 1, 1956. Mr. Taylor stated that thevacancy must be filled within 30 days if by appointment and recommended thatif possible such appoint- ment be made at this meeting. Clerk Whaley then read a letter from Dr. Lois Barr, protesting the ap- pointment of a third member to the Council, urging the vacancy be filled by election. Councilman Romo said that the name of the considered appointee was well known, that he has a fine reputation, is without any committment except his own fair and honest opinion, that he will meet all situations well and be of particular value to the Council in water problems. He presented for nomination to the City Council the name of Attorney John Surto Sunset Drive, Redlands. This nomination was seconded by Councilman Hooper and unanimously carried. Mayor Lamm announced at this time that the Council was in receipt of a letter from Miss Maude + Garland, which had been read by all the Council members and which he declined to Lead publicly. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman announced that he would like to arrange a luncheon meeting between the Council members, one or two members of the administrative staff, and some members of the School Board, for Tues- day, August 28, 1956. This was agreeable to the Council. On motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the City Clerk was authorf ized to call for bids on a skip-loader for the Street Department. Bids called for September 4, 1956. X r Manager Wotkman reported progress in the acquisition of land adjacent to the site of the Police Department. This property has been offered to the City by Mr. George N. Voss for a price of $75,000.00, to be paid out on a lease-purchase agreement over a ten year period as follows: $5,000.00 the first year, $8,991.00 thereafter annually, with the privilege of pay-off at any time. On motion of Councilman I Wilson, seconded by Coun oilman Romo, and carried, the City Manager and Attorney Taylor were instructed to negotiate for this property on the above basis. PARK SUPERINTENDENT I Upon recommendation of the Park Committee and the City Manager, Mr. Charles E. Dawson was appointed I, as Park Superintendent forte City of Redlands, replacing H.O.L. Staniforth who was placed on the in- �� II active list as of July 1, 1956, because of illness. This appointment was approved on motion of Council- �' I man Hooper„ seconded by Councilman Wilson, said appointment to be retroactive to July 1, 1956 and to include retroactive salary to that date if approved by the City Attorney. ' At the last meeting of the Council the possibility of improving the inadequate sewer system serving ll homes on the north side of Olive Avenue between Fourth and Grant Streets under the 1911 Act was discussed. I'. Manager Workman recommended that if this project were undertaken under the above act that the City con- sider using the services of a technical assistant and consultant with wide experience in 1911 Act work. As the City Engineer is presently on vacation, any action by the Council was held in abeyance until his i return. I I CITY ATTORNEY At this time the City Attorney brought to the Council Resolution No. 838 whereby authorization would be given for the acquisition of lands for parking lots under Vehicle Parking District No. 1. Mr. Clair Day spoke briefly for the Chamber of Commerce, stating that theParking Committee of the Chamber still supported the original recommendation and plan, considering it best from long range view and as giving the most good with least harm. Attorney Taylor informed the Council that at this period of pro- II gress substitutions of sites cannot be made unless the ones originally approved cannot be obtained within the 35% of assessed v alues. Mt. Taylor said that he hoped condemnation proceedings would not be necess- ary. Resolution No. 838, a resolution of the City of Redlands declaring intention of the City to acquir lI lands for off-street parking under Vehicle Parking District No. 1, introduced, read in detail and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilman Hooper, Romo, Wilson and Mayor pro-tem Lamm NAYS: None Absent: None A communication from the Redlands Real Estate Board was then read, recommending the appointment of 111 Mr. Ray Canterbury, an experienced professional appraiser, to act as negotiator to contact owners of title to property earmarked for parking spaces and to negotiate purchases. On motion of Councilman Wilson, secondedlby Councilman Hooper, the City Manager was authorized to employ Mr. Canterbury for this work, fee to be determined by the Manager and the City Attorney. An oral resolution was then in- troduced authorizing Manager Workman to negotiate a contract with Mr. Canterbury, said resolution app- roved on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper. I� I Resolution No. 836, a resolution of the City of Redlands establishing and adopting the street name 'CHAPARRAL ROAD', presented, read in detail and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor pro-tem Lamm NAYS: None it ABSENT:None Resolution No. 837, a resolution of the City of Redlands establishing rules and regulations governing the operation of Hillside Cemetery, presented, detailed reading unanimously waived, and adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor pro-tem Lamm. NAYS: None ABSENT: None An oral resolution was adopted on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded baa Councilman Hooper, dir- ecting the 'City Attorney to file a protest against the inclusion in the Mentone County Water District of two parcels of land owned by the City of Redlands. Attorney Taylor inquired as to whether the Council wished him to proceed with condemnation action against Mr. Sherman Abbott in the matteroof acquisition of narrow strip of land, Brockton Avenue extended between Tribune and Church Streets. Mr. Abbott is willing to sell his entire grove but not the narrow strip necessary for this street improvement. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, the Attorney was instructed was instructed to proceed with condemnation action If nothing has been accomplished by negotiation by September 5, 1956. M Mr. John Jones, Water Superintendent, presented a sample Elevation Agreement to be used in meeting pressure problems in domestic water service. By oral resolution on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, the Council approved such an agreement and authorized ]1r. Jones to enter into the agreement with any customer when he thought necessary. An additional 29 ballots received from City Employees voting on their preference for or against Civil Service as proposed by the Better Government League were opened at this time. Total ballots re- turned out of 2% mailed out were 1711. Of this number, 11:5 employees voted against Civil Service, with 29 voting for it. REPORTS The following reports were presented and ordered filed: From the Building Inspection Department and the Fire Department for the month of July, 1956. Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. I� ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk \ IP City of Redlands Am t _ ayor •' ity of 'e. ands, ifornia -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0- ' Redl. California September L , 1956 7:00 o'clock P.Y. A regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held at the regular place of meeting. Present: Councilmen Hooper, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor pro-tem Lamm; City Attorney Taylor, City Clerk it Whaley, City Manager Workman and. Deputy Clerk Soper. Absent: None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Leo Johnston, Church of the Nazarene. A motion was regularly made and seconded that; the members of the Council having previously examine the record of the minutes of the lastneeting that the reading of the minutes be dispensed w ith and same be approved. This was the time set for a public hearing on the adoption of Ordinance No. 1034, an ordinance of the City of Redlands ordering the vacation of West State Street to the intersection of Texas Street and lit Highway 99. Cleric ilhaley read a petition signed by 27 residents in the vicinity, asking the City re- gain and retain this small piece of land and maintain it as a park. This triangle was recently sold :to Mr. Henry Jacksob. A second letter, from Mrs. Marion Burns and Mr. Leigh Nickerson, was also read by Mr. Whaley. This letter protested the closing of the diagonal street and requested that it be re- opened. Mr. Nickerson and Mrs. Burns addressed the Council orally, urging consideration of their petition. Engineer Johnson informed the Council that this closing was a provision set up by the State Division of Highways and required prior to the installation of automatic signals at Texas Street and Highway 99, also that the opening of this street into the intersection would create a traffic hazard. Manager Worionan informed the Council that easements for driveways, one 35 feet wide and one 41 feet wide, had been a6- cepted at the time the street was physically closed. Councilman Wilson then made the following motion: " I move that the evidence shows the street described in Ordinance No. 1034 is unnecessary for present j orprospective public street purposes and that this Council order the vacation of this section of street. This motion was seconded by Councilman Hooper and unanimously carried. INSTALLATION OF JOHN B. SURR AS COUNCIL MEMBER At this time Mr. John B. Surr, whose nomination as a member of the City Council was unanimously approved at the Council meeting of August 21, 1956, was sworn 'in 'as a-vCauricil' nieinber'by"City Clerk'l:• Whaley:. Mr. Surr thanked the Council for the confidence expressed, stating that it was a privilege as well as a duty to serve. Mr. Surr pointed out that a question had been brought to his attention which 1 might make the length of his stay on the Council doubtful. Particularly stressed was a point of law as to whether his membership on the Council would invalidate any contracts made between the City of Redlands and clients of the law firm of Surr and Hellyer, even though Mr. Surr completely refrained from voting in tegards these matters. Mr. Surr stated that he expected to study the decisions andopinions on this point in the immediate future and reach a conclusion in the next few days. Councilman Wilson said that he expressed the thoughts of the Council as a whole in the hope that Mr. Surr would find it possible to remain. Clerk Whaley at this time requested the Council to open nominations for Mayor. Councilman Wilson presented the name of Councilman Ray J. Lamm, who has been serving as Mayor pro-tem since June, for nomination to the office of Mayor. The nomination was seconded by Councilman Ramo, and as no other names were presented, nominations were declared closed and Ray J. Lamm was unanimously elected as permanent Mayor. Councilman Hooper then nominated Councilman Wilson to serve as Mayor pro-tem. This choice was unanimously approved and Councilman Wilson was declared Mayor pro-tem. BIDS As this was the time advertised for the opening of bids on a skip-loader forte street department, the following bids were publicly opened and declared: From: Smith, Booth, Usher Company Los Angeles $11,147.76 '/ Braman, Dickerson Company, Inc. Riverside 11,137.39 Calavar Corporation Los Angeles 11,068.11 Essick Machinery Company Los Angeles 10,361.67 On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, these bids were referred to the City Engineer and Purchasing Agent for study. Later in the meeting the recommendation vas returned that the bid of Smith, Booth, Usher Company, meeting all specifications and being best suited for the needs of the City be accepted. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman halson, seconded , by Councilman Hooper. , 677 APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS An application from the San Bernardino Valley Water Conservation District for use of the Council Chambers for a meeting on September 19, 1956 was approved on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Surr. From Mrs. John J. Daley, 615 Linda Place, a petition that Mrs. Herman Furst be permitted to con- jirnie to operate a nursery business at 843 East Central Avenue. This business has been in operation at this address for many years, having been operated by Mrs. Furst and her husband, Herman Furst, recently deceased. Under the present zoning law it constitutes a non-conforming use. On motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Hooper, and carried, this was referred to the Planning Commission for Study and recommendation. Manager Workman brought to the Council a requestf rom Mr. Tneunis Prins for water service on property located east of 10 Panorama Drive, outside the City limits. Mr. Prins asks assurance from the Council that water service will be given upon his meeting the requirement for furnishing water stock and payment of the meter fee of $250.00, and to be allowed one year in which to meet these re- quirements in order that he may obtain the water stock at the most advantageous price. Councilman Wilson moved that the request be approved, as the water department had assured that water was avail- able and pressure satisfactory. Considerable discussion followed, with Councilman Surr pointing out that such a committment would not be fair to other prospective users and that he felt the customer should qualify before any approval be given. The Council agreed that Mr. Prins should come in when ' the property and the water stock have been acquired. Councilman Wilson's motion died without a second COMMUNICATIONS The following communications were presented and read: From the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, statement of expenditures as requested by the Council. ON motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, authorization was given for the paymont of $2,000.00, a portion of the budgeted amount allowed by the City in support of the Chamber's activities for 1956-1957. From the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District, copy of a resolution adopted by its Board of Directors on August 8, 1956, urging the Director of the State Department of Water Resources and all other persons and agencies interested in making the Feather River Project an actuality, that they take all steps within their power to assure the earliest possible completion of the Feather River project high-line into the San. Bernardino Valley area. Resolution No. 842, a resolution of the City of Redlands supporting this project and urging early completion of the proposed high-line, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote, with copy to be mailed to Harvey 0. Banks, Engineer, Sacramento, California: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Romo, Wilson, and Mayor Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: Nene ABSTAINED FROM VOTING: Councilman Surr The Council recommended that the Chamber of Commerce be asked to adopt and forward a similar supporting resolution. Attorney Taylor said that the City may be called upon to give some financial support in the lobbying of this bill and recommended this be given if necessary. This recommendation was approved on motion of Councilman Mason, seconded by Councilman Hooper. Councilman Surr abstained from voting. Vigo 1 • UNFINISHED BUSINESS Ordinance No. 1020, an ordinance of the City of Redlands regulating solicitors, peddlers, and itinerent salesmen by requiring licenses and registration, presented atthis time for final reading and and adoption. After a brief resume of the detailed thought andcoonsideration that had gone into the drafting of this ordinance, Councilman Hooper moved for its adoption. Detailed reading of the long ordinance was waived by unanimous roll call vote. Ordinance No. 1020 was then adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Hooper, Surr, Wilson and Mayor Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: None VOTING 'PRESENT' : Councilman Romo NEW BUSINESS Notice of Franchise payment in the amount of $209.63 from the Pacific Electric Railway for period s , • ending September 26, 1956, presented and ordered filed. From the Justice Court of the Redlands Judicial Districtl notice of rendition of judgement in favor of the City of Redlands, defendant, and against F.G. Lytle, plaintiff, and the claimant to take nothing by this action. Manager Workman requested that false arrest insurance be provided for members of the police re- serves as well as regular officers. On motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson, and carried, expenditure for this insurance was approved. Mr. Workman said he hoped that at some time a modest uniform allowance might be manages for these reserve officers, whose help is of real value to the 111 City. Councilman Romo concurred in this and it was suggested this be considered at next budget time. CITY MANAGER Manager Workman asked the Council to consider informal meetings on alternate Tuesdays at 5:00 o'clock P.M. for the purpose of considering personnel problems, policy matters, etc. The Council agreed that this should be tried. Councilman Wilson then asked that the Council change the official time set for opening of Council meetings from 7:00 o'clock P.M. to 7:30 P.M., with the Council members to arrive at 7:00 P.M. to consider any items particularly time-consuming in order to cut down, if possible, the time required for formal meetings. Resolution No. 843, changing the time of Council meetings from 7:00 o'clock P.M. to 7:30 P.M. was then adopted by unanimous roll-call vote. The City Manager requested authorization to make a progress payment in the amount of $27,340.96 to Shacklett and Bradfield Construction Company who are installing the new sewer line in Church Street. This payment approved on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Hooper. Manager Workman requested permission to have the City Clerk authorized to call for bids for the designing and construction of a mausoleum to be located in Hillside Cemetery in the City of Redlands. Bids to be called for November 6, 1956. On motion of Councilman Hooper, seconded by Councilman Romo, and carried, the City Clerk was directed to advertise for bids as requested. Mr. Workman requested and was granted, on motion of Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman I Hooper, permission to attend a two day administrative session of the League of California Cities to be held in Sacramento October 18-19, 1956. This approval included permission to exceed convention expense allowance in the necessary amount. CITY ATTORNEY The following communication from Dr. M.E. Cosand, San Bernardino County Health Department, was read at this time by the City Clerk: siq July 18, 1956 City Council 111 City of Redlands Redlands, California Re: SEWAGE OVERFLOW INTO SMILEY PARK For the past two years, we have received occasional complaints of raw sewage overflow into Smiley Park in the area of the shuffleboard courts. Upon investigation by our sanitation staff we find that five parcels occupied by four dwellings and one apartment house fronting on Olive Street west of Grant Street are served by a 4" sewer line running on the Thamann property to the rear of the five parcels in question. The sewer line connecting to the City's main on Grant Street is too small to satisfactorily carry the 411 connected load and at times does overflow at the cleanout just inside the Thamann property adjoining Smiley Park. Mr. Thamann will not permit further repairs or replacement of the line on his property and, as far as we can determine, there is no easement of record covering this line Overflowing sewage is not considered good public health practice, therefore it is our recommendation that the City Council authorize your Engineering Department to survey this situation and make recommendations for its correction. One possible solution would be to extend the present sewer line in the center of Olive Street easterly from Parkwood to Grant and to relocate house connections to the front of the pro- perties in question. Where possible, sewer lines serving such a large number of dwellings should be owned by the City and be a part of the outfall sewer for maintenance purposes. It may be possible that the City might proceed under the Improvement Act of 1911 for extension of this main sewer line. Should we be of further assistance to you in this matter please do not hesitate to call upon us. Signed: M.E.Cosand M.D. Health Officer It has been the recommendation of Engineer Johnson that this work be undertaken under the 1911 Improve- ment Act. Councilman Surr questioned the cost of such a procedure when it must be met by only 5 or 6 property owners, and asked the Engineer whether it would not be advantageous to to owners to do the work voluntarily. Mr. Johnson replied that the cost would probably be less but that there were easement prob- lems involved which made it difficult to do the work on this basis. • Resolution No. 811, a resolution of the City of Redlands finding the constructionof a sanitary sewer in a portion of Olive Avenue between Alvarado Street and Grant Street, introduced by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and unanimously adopted by the following roll-call vote: AYES: Councilmen Surr, Hooper, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: None Resolution No. 840, a resolution of the City of Redlands, employing an engineer of work relative to the construction of a sanitary sewer in Olive Avenue between Alvarado Street and Grant Street, intro- ' duced by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Romo, and adopted by the following roll-call vote? AYES: Councilman Surr, Hooper, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: None Resolution No. 839, a resolution of the City of Redlands concerning a Grant of Easement from Ralph A. Nichols and Edna S. Nichols for maintenance and repair of existing water pipe-line over, upon, under and 5 across a portion of Lot xxv, Crafts Map of Redlands, presented and adopted by the following roll-call vote: I r 6% 411 AYES-: Councilmen Surr, Hooper, Romo, Wilson and Mayor Lamm NAYS: None ABSENT: None Ordinance No. 1035, an ordinance of the City of Redlands designating Judson Street at its intersection i with Sylvan Boulevard as a boulevard and requiring that all vehicles shall be stopped before entering or crossing and creating a "STOP" intersections, introduced, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call I vote, and laid over under the rules. Ordinance No, 1036, an ordinance of the City of Redlands declaring intention of the City of Redlands to order the vacation of a portion of Sunset Drive (formerly Edgemont Drive) lying north of and adjacent ' to Lot 22, Map of Sunset Heights, introduced by Councilman Wilson, detailed reading waived by unanimous roll-call vote, and laid over under tthe rules. 411 CITY TREASURER City Treasurer Harry E. Waltman recommended that a reciprocal agreement between the City of Redlands and the San Bernardino Valley Conservation District requiring an alternate audit on the tri-City Rock Co. lease agreement be arranged. Council authorized the Treasurer and the City Attorney to prepare the nec- essary papers for this. Mr. Woltman recommended, for the record, authorization to honor Library Warrants when issued in the 'red' . Mr. Woltman explained that it had been the practice of the Library to keep a small reserve fund on hand which would enable them to operate in the black during the first weeks of each fiscal year before new tax money is available. This reserve fund has been absorbed and it is the recommendation of the City Treasurer that the tax rate next year be set up enough to permit the accumulation of this small reserve. III The requested authorization to honor the warrants was given on motion of Councilman Romo, seconded by Councilman Wilson. MISCELLANEOUS Councilman Wilson reported numerous complaints relative to the rough condition of East Colton Avenue. Manager Workman directed to investigate this. I Mr. Wilson stated that he was of the opinion Redlands should petition the Public Utilities CommissionI the have the Greyhound buses stop in Redlands. Manager idorkman to check with Mr. Allen on this. REPORTS The following reports were presented and orderedfiled: I Aft The Police Department and the Fire Department and the Hillside Cemetery for the month of August, 1956• Bills and Salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned. III ATTEST: Harry R. Whaley City Clerk I V. •- 4 AST`• ayo : "he 'ity of Red ands , L.