HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020_12_15 - RegularMINUTES
Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held on December 15, 2020 at 5 00 P M
Present
Staff
Paul Foster, Mayor
Denise Davis, Mayor Pro Tempore
Paul Barich, Council Member
Eddie Tejeda, Council Member
Toni Momberger, Council Member
Charles M Duggan, Jr , City Manager, Dan McHugh, City Attorney, Robert Dawes, City
Treasurer, Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk, Carl Baker, Public Information Officer, Chris Catren,
Police Chief, Danielle Garcia, Management Services/Finance Director, Chris Boatman,
Facilities and Community Services Director, Brian Desatmk, Development Services Director,
Jim Topoleski, Fire Chief, John Harris, Municipal Utilities and Engineenng Director, Janice
McConnell, Assistant City Manager
This was conducted as a virtual teleconference meeting with all Council Members and staff participating
remotely All votes during the meeting were conducted by roll call
In compliance with public health recommendations to limit public gatherings during the Covid-19
pandemic and acting as the City of Redlands Emergency Services Director, City Manager Charles M
Duggan Jr , directed meetings of the City Council/Successor Agency of the former Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Redlands be closed to the public and be conducted virtually until further notice or
until the current local State of Emergency has been lifted The City Council will continue to meet to
conduct essential business Public comments, up to 250 words and received by 5 00 P M the day before
the meeting, were read aloud by the City Clerk
Mayor Foster called the meeting to order at 5 00 P M and a quorum was established
PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comments related to Closed Session agenda items were received by 5 00 P M the day before
the meeting
CLOSED SESSION
Public Employee Performance Evaluation - Government Code §54957
(Mayor Foster)
a City Manager
b City Attorney
Conference with labor negotiator - Government Code §54957 6
(Mayor Foster and Mayor Pro Tem Davis)
Agency Negotiator
Unrepresented Employee
Mayor Foster and Mayor Pro Tem Davis
City Manager
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RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The meeting reconvened at 6 01 P M with an invocation by Mayor Foster followed by the pledge of
allegiance to the American flag
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney McHugh announced that no reportable action was taken during the closed session
ELECTION CERTIFICATION - OATHS OF OFFICE - CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
Resolution No 8157 Election Results Certification
City Clerk Donaldson presented Resolution No 8157, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redlands reciting the fact of the general municipal election held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020,
declanng the following results and such other matters as provided by law
Member of the City Council, District 2
EDDIE TEJEDA
Votes
4,489
1
Member of the City Council, District 4 '
Votes
JENNA GUZMAN-LOWERY
2,032
LANE SCHNEIDER
1,558
STEVEN FRASHER
1,193
IVAN RAMIREZ
863
City Clerk
Votes
ROY GEORGE
8,733
JEANNE DONALDSON
22,971
City Treasurer
ROBERT E DAWES
Measure 'T' General 1 % Sales Tax
YES
NO
Votes
28,064
Votes
20,552
15,286
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Toni Momberger, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No 8157 of the City Council of the City of
Redlands reciting the fact of the General Municipal Election held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020,
declaring that Eddie Tejeda was elected as a Member of the City Council, District 2, Jenna
Guzman -Lowery was elected as a Member of the City Council, Distract 4, Jeanne Donaldson was elected
as City Clerk, Robert Dawes was elected as City Treasurer, all for a term of four -years, and Measure T,
Ordinance No 2913, imposing a Transactions and Use Tax at the rate of One Percent (1%) was approved
by the People of the City of Redlands
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Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Administration of Oaths City Clerk and City Treasurer
Mayor Foster administered the oath of office to newly elected City Clerk Donaldson City Clerk
Donaldson administered the oath of office to newly elected City Treasurer Dawes Both officials made
brief comments, thanking the community for their ongoing support They look forward to continuing to
serve the residents of Redlands
Expression of Appreciation
For her dedication and service as a Member of the City Council, Toni Momberger received accolades
from each of her fellow Council Members Ms Momberger was presented with a fine plaque, and she
thanked all those with whom she has worked over the years She praised the City staff for their many
contributions
As public comment, twenty-five people conveyed their deep appreciation of the commitment, dedication
and service of Toni Momberger
Administration of Oaths
City Clerk Donaldson administered the oath of office to newly elected Council Member Tejeda City
Clerk Donaldson administered the oath of office to newly elected Council Member Guzman -Lowery
As public comment, eight people congratulated Council Member Guzman -Lowery on her recent
election, and they voiced their optimism and support of the leadership she will bring to the community
PRESENT
Paul Foster, Mayor
Denise Davis, Mayor Pro Tem
Paul Barich, Council Member
Eddie Tejeda, Council Member
Jenna Guzman -Lowery, Council Member
Proposed Changes for Selection Process of Mayor and MPT
Mayor Pro Tem Davis provided extensive background and detailed her proposal to consider Ordinance
No 2918, amending the City's Municipal Code relating to the selection of the Mayor and Mayor Pro
Tempore and Resolution No 8161, which establishes the process for the selection of the Mayor and
Mayor Pro Tempore and their respective terms of office
Mayor Foster appreciated the thoughtfulness by which Mayor Pro Tem Davis presented her
recommendations He suggested the Council take its time in making such an important decision, and he
insisted the public must be included in the conversation He fisted alternative methods to consider the
selection of the mayor, including the proposal to have the voters of Redlands determine how their
mayor is elected The question would be brought to the voters in the 2022 General Election and allow
the people to decide whether the position of mayor should be elected at -large or not Several other ideas
and questions were raised the consideration of maintaining the current system, accepting a random
draw system, accepting a system based on seniority, and the length of the term to be served He
recommended Council table the item and direct staff to bring back a full analysis and detailed staff
report on January 19, 2021 This would give the public more time to consider this matter
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After a lengthy discussion of the various proposals and ideas presented, Council Members offered their
input and opinions Council Member Barich agreed that by tabling this item, the public would be given a
better opportunity to participate in the discussion Council Member Tejeda supported maintaining the
current system where the Council selected the mayor and MPT amongst themselves He stated the
Council is in the best position to select the most qualified person as mayor, and they are all committed
to holding each other accountable He was willing to wait on a vote till the January 19 Council meeting
Council Member Guzman -Lowery suggested a movement to change, encouraging diversity and
inclusivity is important She also agreed to table the matter and push for more public dialogue Mayor
Pro Tem Davis upheld the integrity of her original proposal, but she was wilting to reconsider the item
in January
As public comment, twenty people supported the proposal put forward by Mayor Pro Tem Davis,
praising her commitment to the promise of real change in what the future will look like and how the City
is represented They indicated the yearly rotation system would allow the power in city government to be
more fairly shared by representatives from the various parts of the community, providing for more
diversity of voices and opinions to come to the forefront Three people urged the Council to select Eddie
Tejeda as the next mayor of Redlands They pointed out he has the experience, education, dedication to
serve and a willingness to listen to all sides Two people recommended the Council retain the current
selection process for the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, while another person urged the Council to
establish a committee and open up a dialogue so the public can consider what is best for the community
On motion of Mayor Paul Foster, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda, the City Council agreed,
by roll call vote, to table the item, and directed staff to bring back a full analysis and detailed staff report
on January 19, 2021
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Newly Elected Council Member Comments
Newly elected Council Members Tejeda and Guzman -Lowery thanked the public for their vote of
confidence, and they expressed enthusiasm as they looked toward the next four years
PUBLIC COMMENT
Comments received by 5 00 P M the day before the meeting were read into the public record Comments
related to specific agenda items are incorporated into the item discussion
Gratitude & COVID Concern - Dennis Bell thanked City employees for keeping downtown looking
great, adding he is really enjoying the Christmas music as well There was another Pokemon tournament
last weekend, and he expressed concern that the spread of COVID will only be heightened because all
kinds of groups who were not wearing face masks
Social Media Bullying - Angel Schunard was deeply sorrowed to see how many people were choosing
to say hurtful things about the City's local leaders, and she recommended people to stop bullying and
stick to the issues
COVID Safety Measures - Eleven people, including, Trisha Keeling, Jack Steil, Jessi Mielke, Joanna
Dyle, Esther Jacobson, representing Ozel Jewelers, Don Orange, ROV and Darbys, Brian Croft, Dr
Andrea Lee, Jessica Ducsay, Maile Kaulukukui and Katie Croft were concerned with the lack of
precautionary measures being taken by businesses in town
Keeping Businesses Open - Eight people, including, Amy Elkins, Andrea Chittenden, Lindsey Gray,
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Melissa Casey, Brandon Palmer, Gladys Jeannette, Tabitha Davenport and Rick Ferguson urged the
Council to stop imposing fines on restaurants who choose to remain open, and they stated the science
does not support the closure orders They requested the Council appoint different Council Members to
comprise the COVID-19 Committee instead of Mayor Foster and Mayor Pro Tem Davis If these small
business owners have to shut their doors again, they claim the businesses won't survive and everyone
suffers, including the community Owners and employees are facing lost jobs and wages
CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes
On motion of Council Member Paul Barich, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, minutes of the regular meeting of December 1, 2020
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Traffic and Parking Commissioner Appointments
On motion of Council Member Paul Barich, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, to reappoint Anna Jaiswal to serve a third term on the
Traffic and Parking Commission ending December 20, 2024 [requires 4/5 vote of the City Council], and
to appoint Eric Shampto serve a four-year term on the Traffic and Parking Commission ending December
20, 2024
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Planning Commissioner Appointment
On motion of Council Member Paul Barich, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, to reappoint Steven Frasher to the serve a third
four-year term on the Planning Commission ending January 6, 2025
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
2019-20 Year -End Encumbrance and Carryover Balances
On motion of Council Member Paul Banch, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, additional appropriations of 2019-20 Year -End
Encumbrance and Carryover Balances
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Utility Customer Management Database Invoice
On motion of Council Member Paul Banch, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, payment of an invoice to Systems & Software, Inc for
Support of the Enquesta Utility Database for Customer Management in an amount not -to -exceed
$159,336 for annual software maintenance and support
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
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COVID-19 Local Emergency Update Report
On motion of Council Member Paul Barich, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the Report regarding Emergency Resolution No 8065
proclaiming the existence of a local emergency in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
• Restaurants are now limited to takeout and delivery services only
• Bars, wmenes, breweries, and distilleries are to remain closed
• Personal -service businesses, hair salons and barbershops will be closed
• Non -essential travel will be suspended
• Retail indoor operation limited to 20% capacity and standalone grocery stores operation limited to
35%
• Members of the same household are encouraged to maintain physical and mental health by going to
a park, hike, walk, or bike ride with members of the same household
• Places of worship and political expression are allowed outdoors only
• An order prohibiting all non -essential activities conducted outside the home with members of other
households between 10 p m and 5 a m was issued
• Large gatherings, meetings, and events will remain canceled, adjusted, or postponed
• A face mask or face covering must be worn state-wide when outside their home
• San Bernardino County Status remains in the Purple Tier
As of Wednesday, December 9, 2020, COVID-19 numbers in the city of Redlands are as follows
• Population 72,099
• Total Cases 4,479
• Community Cases 4,103
• Deaths 135
• Total Tests 62,690
Vote. 5 - 0 Passed
Resolution No 8153 Contractor List
City Manager Duggan took a few moments to introduce and welcome John Hams, newly appointed
Municipal Utilities and Engineenng Director Director Harris reviewed Resolution No 8153,
establishing a contractor list pursuant to the Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval of the Resolution is exempt from
environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing the
California Environmental Quality Act, and approved Resolution No 8153 establishing a contractor list
pursuant to the Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Grant Acceptance Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program
On motion of Council Member Paul Barch, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that acceptance of the Bridge Preventative
Maintenance Program Plan grant, and approval of the agreement to perform a bridge engineering study,
are exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines
implementing the California Environmental Quality Act, accepted the Bridge Preventative Maintenance
Program Grant in the amount of $77,000 from California Department of Transportation to perform bridge
engmeermg study, and approved an agreement with CNS Engineers, Inc in the amount
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not -to -exceed $66,469 for engineenng services to complete the Bridge Preventative Maintenance
Program Grant Bridge Study
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
COMMUNICATIONS
January 5, 2021 Council Meeting Cancellation
Mayor Foster discussed his request for Council to consider the cancellation of the January 5, 2021,
regular meeting of the City Council, due to the City's holiday closure schedule
On motion of Mayor Paul Foster, seconded by Council Member Paul Banch, the City Council
unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the cancellation of the January 5, 2021, regular meeting of the
City Council With tonight's approval of this matter, the next regular Council meeting will be held on
January 19, 2021
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Project Entitlements DKC ARCHITECTS, INC , Applicant
Mayor Foster opened the public hearing and called upon Jocelyn Torres, of Development Services
Department, for a presentation and summary of requests from DKC ARCHITECTS, INC to construct a
7,198 square -foot multi -tenant building for office uses (medical/professional) and retail/commercial
uses, and related on -site improvements including a parking lot, landscaping, lighting, and utility
connections, at 1702 West Park Avenue in the Commercial Industrial (EV/IC) District of the East
Valley Corridor Specific Plan The Applicant's representative, Ben Millet, announced he was available
for any questions the Council may have With no public comments received and no further discussion,
Mayor Foster closed the public hearing
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No 8150, determining that the proposed
project is exempt from environmental review in accordance with several sections of the State's guidelines
implementing the California Environmental Quality Act, approved Resolution No 8136, a
Socio-Economic Cost/Benefit Study, approved Resolution No 8137, Commission Review and Approval
No 907, approved Resolution No 8138, Lot Line Adjustment No 638, approved Resolution No 8139,
Street Vacation No 170, and approved Resolution No 8140, Commission Sign Review No 457 These
resolutions represent approval of the entitlements related to the requests from DKC ARCHITECTS, INC
for a 7,198 square -foot multi -tenant building with four tenant suites located at 1702 West Park Avenue
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution No 8154 Salary Schedule
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Assistant City Manager McConnell provided information regarding Resolution No 8154 establishing a
Salary Schedule and Compensation Plan for City Employees and Rescinding Resolution No 8090 The
Resolution incorporates additional positions to both the Police Department and the Facilities and
Community Services (FCS) Department, including two full-time Police Dispatchers and one full-time
Forensic Specialist, and in FCS, one Sr Grove Maintenance Worker and one Grove Maintenance
Worker and the restoration of one Senior Code Enforcement Officer position that was reduced earlier in
July
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No 8154, establishing a Salary Schedule
and Compensation Plan for City Employees and Rescinding Resolution No 8090
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Transactions Tax Audit Services Agreement
Management Services/Finance Director Garcia explained the need for an agreement with Hinderliter, de
Llamas and Associates (HdL) for Transactions Tax Audit and Information Services The services are
required by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration and pertain to sales, use and
transactions taxes collected for the City
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the agreement with Hinderliter, de Llamas and
Associates for Transactions Tax Audit and Information Services
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Resolution Nos 8155 and 8156 CA Dept Tax and Fee Administration
Management Services/Finance Director Garcia detailed Resolution No 8155 for authorization to
examine confidential California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) Records and will
provide for the confidential sales tax data to be shared with the City While, Resolution No 8156
authorizes the City Manager to execute agreements with the CDTFA to prepare to administer and
operate the City's transactions and use tax ordinance and to then actually administer the allocation,
collection and transmittal of the tax The resolutions are in compliance with the requirements of the
CDTFA and will allow for the facilitation of the City's new "District Tax"
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No 8155 and Resolution No 8156
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 8158 Annual Report of Development Impact Fees
Management Services/Finance Director Garcia presented Resolution No 8158, the Annual Report of
Development Impact Fees for the Year Ended June 30, 2020 Government Code Section 66006 requires
municipalities imposing impact fees to prepare an annual report that summarizes the revenues and
interest income earned and the expenditures made for each category of development impact fees during
a given fiscal year
As public comment, Richard O'Donnell recommended the Council consider using available funds
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toward the purchase of the former England Estate located at 301 W Palm Avenue He was concerned
that Diversified Pacific was currently working to secure the single historic property to build one whole
neighborhood He proposed that preserving the property of the man that built Prospect Park would be
noteworthy and would fulfill the aspirations of the City's Open Spaces/Citrus Preservation goals
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No 8158, and adopted the findings of the
Annual Report of Development Impact Fees for the Year Ended June 30, 2020
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Resolution No 8160 Parking Restnctions
Facilities and Community Services Director Boatman provided background of Resolution No 8160,
establishing parking restrictions on East Sunset Drive North and Panorama Point Drive The City has
received reports from neighboring residents of visitors frequenting the area and creating safety concerns
during evening hours The Police Department and other City staff have been meeting with interested
neighbors and determined that restricting parking in the evening hours may aid in resolving the
concerns The restnctions will still allow residents to enjoy views of the area during daytime and sunset
hours but will restrict parking during evening hours when nuisance actives have historically occurred
Signs will be utilized to delineate the area in which the parking restnctions are in effect
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that adoption of the resolution is exempt from
environmental review pursuant to Section 15301(c) of the State's guidelines implementing the California
Environmental Quality Act, and approved Resolution No 8160, establishing parking restrictions on East
Sunset Drive North and Panorama Point Drive between the evening hours of 9 00 pm and 6 00 am
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Annual Tree Trimming Services Agreement
Facilities and Community Services Director Boatman explained the need for an agreement for annual
tree trimming, removing, planting, and consulting services for City trees Unit pricing structure allows
the City to scale the service annually based on available funding within the approved budget
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval of this agreement is exempt from
environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing the
California Quality Act, and approved the Agreement with West Coast Arbonsts, Inc for annual tree
tnmmmg, removing, planting, and consulting services for City trees in an amount not to exceed $600,000
for the term of the agreement
Vote. 5 - 0 Passed
Grove Maintenance Additional Appropriation
Facilities and Community Services Director Boatman described some overarching challenges with the
City's citrus farming, and he offered details of the need for an additional appropriation from the
Community Facilities District and Solid Waste funds for a total amount of $67,000 to fund additional
grove maintenance
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On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, an additional appropriation from the Community
Facilities Distnct and Solid Waste funds for a total amount of $67,000 to fund additional grove
maintenance
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Purchase Solid Waste Collection Vehicles
Facilities and Community Services Director Boatman presented the request to purchase and replace two
solid waste collection vehicles from Rush Truck Centers As public comment, Dennis Bell expressed
disappointment with the City for placing such a big ticket item at the end of the agenda when he
claimed that no one would still be watching the meeting any longer
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the purchase and replacement of two solid waste
collection vehicles from Rush Truck Centers in an amount not -to -exceed $629,567 86
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
Ordinance No 2917 CA Model Water Efficient Landscape
Development Services Director Desatnik provided background and details of the events leading up to
Ordinance No 2917, proposing to adopt the California Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance In
December 2019, the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) initiated litigation against the City
due to not filing certain annual reports with the State as required by the Water Conservation in
Landscaping Act of 2015 The NRDC filed the lawsuit as a class action, with the County of San
Bernardino and the cities of Chino Hills and Rancho Cucamonga also named as defendants Upon
receiving service of the lawsuit, Development Services Department staff immediately prepared and filed
the annual reports that were due and were the subject of the litigation Copies of the reports and proof of
submittals were also provided to the NRDC
The City remained a party to the class action lawsuit and the legal process proceeded On October 6,
2020, the City Council reached a settlement agreement with NRDC, listing a number of obligations
with specific deadlines that the city must fulfill, and included a number of obligations that have already
been met Two items, as shown below, are still required to be fulfilled
e Within 90 days (1/6/2021) of the effective date of the settlement agreement, City staff shall prepare
and present to the City Council a recommendation to amend the Redlands Municipal Code to adopt the
2015 version of the MWELO or a local ordinance that is at least as effective in conserving water as the
2015 MWELO
f Within 90 days (1/6/2021) of the effective date of the settlement agreement, City staff shall prepare
and present to the City Council a report recommending establishment of a better tracking system for
landscape permits and imgation plans, along with staff recommendations for any necessary budget and
staffing adjustments to implement such a system
Regarding item "e", after comparing the City's current Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (Chapter
15 54 of the Redlands Municipal Code) to the State's 2015 MWELO, staff prepared Ordinance No
2917 to amend the Redlands Municipal Code to adopt the 2015 version of the California MWELO to
ensure there is no ambiguity that the City's code fully complies with the Water Conservation in
Landscaping Act of 2015
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The state's 2015 MWELO is applicable to any new construction projects with landscape area equal to or
greater than 500 square feet requiring a building permit or landscape permit, plan check, or design
review However, the City's existing WELO, which follow's the State's 2009 MWELO, is only
applicable to landscape projects greater than 2,500 square feet As a result, the City has not been
reviewing landscape plans for landscape projects between 500 square feet to 2,500 square feet as
required by the State's MWELO since its update in 2015 Therefore, in regard to item "f', the city shall
administratively revise the internal permit system to account for all landscape projects subject to State's
MWELO including city -initiated landscape projects, and that city staff shall apply current plan check,
water use calculation review, and inspection procedures that are currently in place for larger landscape
projects to all applicable projects between 500 square feet to 2,500 square feet as well
Revising the City's internal permit system appropriately, will also enable city staff to track the square
footage of landscaped areas approved annually, and thus be able to efficiently compile data needed to
prepare the annual WELO reports due to the State This task can be completed in a timely manner, and it
will not require additional staffing and budget
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Denise Davis, the City
Council unanimously introduced, by roll call vote, Ordinance No 2917 adopting the California Model
Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, and determined that approval of the ordinance is exempt from
environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing the
California Environmental Quality Act
Vote 5 - 0 Passed
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action required the meeting adjourned at 9 05 P M With the approval of the
cancellation of January 5, 2020 City Council meeting, the next regular meeting of the City of Redlands
City Council will be held on January 19, 2021
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