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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06041968-cc_CCv0002.pdf S of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held in the Council Chambers , Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, on June 4, 1968 at 7: 00 P.M. Planning Commission items 3: 00 P.M. Regular Agenda 7: 00 P.M. T Waldo F. Burroughs, Mayor Norman N. Martinez, Councilman Jack B. Cummings, Councilman Charles G. DeMirjyn, Councilman Chresten M. Knudsen, Councilman Ralph P. Merritt, Jr. , City Manager Edward F . Taylor, City Attorney Peggy A. Moseley, City Clerk Ron Kibby, Redlands Daily Facts Chuck Palmer, San Bernardino Sun None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Ted Hurlburt of the Church of Christ Christian. Minutes of the regular meeting of May 21, 1968 were approved as sub- mitted. Mayor Burroughs presented a certificate of appreciation signed by the ficate Council to Forrest G. Kirkpatrick, who has served the City of Redlands f for 19 years in the Department of Public Works . Mayor Burroughs congrat ciation ulated Mr. Kirkpatrick on his retirement and wished him many years of Public Works LIGUL „« ��Ukj �# �0 J,J and Item C. International 1600 3,036.00 Disposal Total net trade-in allowance 4,000 .00 Lange and Runkel Redlands, California Item A. TE 62503 Chevrolet $15, 988.87 Item B. CE 61403 Chevrolet 5, 719.64 Item C. CS 41403 Chevrolet 2,948. 36 Total net trade-in allowance 3, 500.00 The bids were referred to the Department of Public Works and the posal .Department for study and recommendation. At this time it i departmental recommendation that the bid of Lange and Runkel for five units, being the lower bid submitted, being lower than the b figure, and meeting all specifications, be approved. On motion of Councilman Cummings, seconded by Councilman Martinez unanimous Council approval was given for the awarding of the bid five vehicles to the Lange and Runkel Company in the amount of $3 ORAL PETITIONS Dr. James' Hester reported on the progress of the Concerned Citize mittee, stating that over 500 signatures have been obtained to th covenant. He stated that the report would be published late in J the committee would then dissolve, and expressed the hope that th people who had passed by the opportunity of signing this covenant nevertheless practice its aims and ideals . PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS As considered by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof he 4, 1968 at 3:00 P.M. Present: Councilmen Martinez, Cummings, DeMirjyn, Knudsen, Mayor Burroughs; Deputy Attorney Michael R. Quinn Absent: None 1. R.P.C. No. 296 - Amendment No. 85 to Ordinance No. 1000 That R.P.C. No. 296, a resolution of the Planning Commission amen the open space provisions (Sections 19. 201 and 19.84J) of Ordinan 1000, of the R-2-3000 and R-2-2000 Districts, be approved. On mo of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, R.P.C. No was approved by the City Council, and Ordinance No. 1369, an ordi, of the City of Redlands, Amendment No. 85 to Zoning Ordinance No. was presented and laid over under the rules with public hearing s June 18, 1966 at 7: 00 P.M. 2. Lot Split No. 400 - William and Betty Jo Kirschke That the request of William and Betty Jo Kirschke for permission split property located at the northeast corner of Canyon Road and Vista Drive - Lot Split No. 400 - be approved subject to all depa al recommendations as contained in Planning Commission minutes d& May 28, 1968, and that applicant sign the improvement agreement fl site improvements required by the Engineering Department. On mot Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Martinez, the recomme; of the Planning Commission was adopted by the City Council. Lot Split No. 401, also on the Acenda for this time. was tabled a- 3. ijo-c bpiir- LNo. j /t5 - Mary L. mar-ti That the request of Mary E. Matti for permission to split property located at 1440 Pacific Street - Lot Split No. 378 - be approved subject to the recommendations of all departments as contained in Planning Com- mission minutes dated October 25, 1966, with the exception that develop- ment of a single lot be permitted with cesspool rather than attachment to sewer if it is not possible to obtain participation in a sewer exten- sion by at least one of the two property owners between the new lot and the present sewer end. On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, the recommendation of the Planning Commission was adopted by the City Council . Appeal to Approval of Variance No. 139 and C.R.A. No. 223 The following persons filed appeals to approval of Variance No. 139 and C.R.A. No. 273% Mrs. Theo S . Hendee, Mrs. Vada F. Fletcher and G. Louis Fletcher. Councilman Knudsen stated that he would not take part in this matter due to a conflict of interest. The appellants desire that Home Place extend from Cajon Street to Redlands Boulevard, and the 15 foot set-back approved in Variance No. 139 would preclude this. Planning Director Schindler gave a brief history of Precise Street Plan No. 3, explained that this plan was developed to take into consideration drainage, sewer, water and traffic circulation through this area, and presented maps outlining the location of properties and streets . Mr. Joe Honus and Mr. G. Louis Fletcher addressed Council giving brief histories of their property in the area, and their opinions of Precise Street Plan No. 3 . Mr. Fletcher stated thAt this plan made inequitable demands on his family' s land and requested Council consider some alter- nate plan. Mr. Van Wieren agreed to the suggestion that the matter be tabled to June 18, 1968. Councilman Cummings moved that the matter of the Appeal to Approval of Variance No. 139 and C.R.A. be tabled to the Council meeting of June 18, 1968, motion seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES-. Councilmen Martinez, Cummings, DeMirjyn, Mayor Burroughs NOES: None ABSTAIN: Councilman Knudsen Mr. Joe Loughney of 925 Alvarado requested Council assistance with a problem of grading on property adjacent to his home - a nine foot dirt bank which is being formed by the creation of building pads . He is con- cerned with possible flooding into his yard and patio, and unsightly weed growth on the banks. The Council expressed understanding and concern for the situation and stated that it was not unique, citing City, State and F.H.A. grading regulations which unfortunately do allow the creation of banks, but do control the drainage from the pad so developed. Following further discussion, Councilman Cummings moved to instruct staff to review the grading ordinance to possibly requiretlandscaping of such banks ; and further instructed staff to assist Mr. Loughney in contacting Mr. Buster, the developer, to obtain a landscaping easement in order that Mr. Loughney could maintain the bank. Motion seconded by Councilman Knudsen and carried unanimously "ATIONS AND PETITIONS Manager Merritt brought a request from the Chamber of Commerce for approval of Council participation in one-half of the cost of the instal- lation of two tourist information signs at the east and west freeway two off-sale beer and wine licenses, one at Stater Brothers MarkE West Redlands Boulevard; the other at Fedmart on Orange Street. COMMUNICATIONS Councilman DeMirjyn passed out to Council for their consideratior copies of a salary survey made of cities between 30,000 and 40,OC population, these relating to the Police Department and Fire Dept UNFINISHED BUSINESS Councilman Cummings read a proclamation expressing the wish of ty Council that total community support be extended in the effort tc Equal Rights secure equal opportunities for all peoples in the City of Redlanc Proclamation the areas of employment, in social gatherings and choice of place residence. Following individual comments by the Council, includi DeMirjyn 's opinion that he preferred to see actions rather than v the proclamation was adopted on motion of Councilman Cummings, se by Councilman Knudsen, with the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Martinez, Cummings, Knudsen, Mayor Burroughf NOES: None ABSTAIN: Councilman DeMirjyn Director of Public Works Shone gave a brief history of the develc �teI-n'141 l,IA ) Water of the water Quality�-88ntrol ordinance which had been given first Quality ing on October 4, 1966, and explained the reason that it was not Control second reading and adoption at that time. Mayor Burroughs appoir Ordinance Councilman Knudsen as Council representative and chairman of a st committee to include members of the Chamber of Commerce, affectee tries and the staff to make recommendations to the Council regarc this ordinance. NEW BUSINESS Manager Merritt brought a request from the Southern California Ir Chapter of the American Red Cross for extension of their existinc Red Cross for another five years . The request is being made because of the Lease sity to install a new $3 ,000.00 air conditioning unit in the buil leased from the City at 611 Chapel Street. This extension would the Red Cross 13 years on the existing lease. On motion of Counc Martinez, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, unanimous Council apprc was given to the extension of this lease for five years. Councilman Knudsen moved to include the extension of Pearl Street Orange to Sixth, or the total length of the street, as a part of Pearl select system of streets in order that it be eligible for the exE Street tore of gas tax funds. Motion seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn. ing Council discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of hay the street so_ 'spec'ified, particularly relating to the system requ of a 64 foot right-of-way, designation was denied by the followir. call vote: AYES: Councilmen DeMirjyn, Knudsen , counciiman Ynuasen suggestea tnar some tnougnr De given to aemoiisning Lghtly unsightly buildings within the downtown area of Redlands . Councilman Lding Cummings stated that a nuisance ordinance prepared by Building and in Safety Director Mitchell could have influence upon such a program and mess pointed out that much research had been done by the Department of Build- rea ing and Safety on the existing structures . It was recommended that Councilman Knudsen discuss the matter with Building and Safety Director Mitchell. IMAGER City Manager Merritt presented a map outlining the proposed Western Heights Community Service District - the area lying east of Redlands between the Crafton Hills and the Riverside County line. The LAFC is --ern asking a Council policy determination regarding this area, to be con- 4hts sidered at the LAFC meeting of June R6. L.rict Following lengthy Council discussion and comments from residents of the area, it was decided to continue consideration of this matter to the Council meeting of June 18. On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Cummings, eon unanimous Council approval was given to a three-year agreement between cement the City of Redlands and the Southern California Edison Company regard- ing the street lighting arrangement furnished by the Edison Company to the City of Redlands . This agreement would provide no change in the present operation. elution Manager Merritt presented Resolution No. 2684, a resolution of the City 2684 of Redlands Establishing Conditions of Acceptance of water stock. This is presented for consideration only at this time. Manager Merritt congratulated officer Leslie Davidson of the Redlands ard - Police Department who graduated from the San Bernardino Sheriff ' s Train- Lice ing Academy and received top honors for scholastic achievement . He was Dartment awarded a plaque acknowledging his scholastic excellence. Councilman Cummings expressed the appreciation of the Council and citizens to the Chiefs of Police and Fire and to all the men in these departments, and the Street, Water and Park Departments for their ef- forts and success in controlling the recent fire in the San Timoteo Canyon behind the Community Hospital. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commit- tee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned at 9: 10 P.M. Next regular meeting, June 18, 1968. Z i