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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05061969-cc_CCv0002.pdf MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held it Council Chambers, Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, on May 6, 196� 7: 00 P.M. PRESENT 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 Alice G. Walls, Deputy City Clerk Erwin S . Hein, Redlands Daily Facts Chuck Palmer, San Bernardino Sun ABSENT None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by -t invocation by Reverend Wesley L. Keller of the Free Methodist Churc Mayor Burroughs welcomed the many interested citizens and students The minutes of the regular meeting of April 15, 1969 were approved submitted. BIDS The following bids for sewer line installation on Palmetto Avenue E of Alabama Street were publicly opened and declared in the office c City Clerk at 10:00 A.M. this date: Lloyd, R. Johnson Bid Award Rialto, California $11,418.00 Sewer Line Lynam Wood Construction Installation Corona Del Mar, California $ 9,754. 00 Montclair Sewer Ontario, California $12, 184. 00 amount or X9, 154.00 was the lowest submitted and meets all specifications.' On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, the bid was awarded unanimously to Lynam Wood Construction in the amount of $9, 754.00 IG COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS Conditional Use Permit No. 152 - Phyllis A. Morris That the request of Phyllis A. Morris, individually and as Trustee under the will of Harold R. Morris, deceased, for a Conditional Use Permit to construct a restaurant on property located at the northeast corner of Colton Avenue and Alta Street, R-2 zone, be approved subject to the recom- mendations of all departments as contained in Planning Commission minutes dated April 22, 1969 and in accordance with revised map "A" submitted by the applicant. on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, the recommendation of the Planning Commission was adopted by the City Council . Lot Split No. 393 - Lupe Cardoza - Time Extension That an extension of one year, from May 7, 1969 to May 7, 1970, be grants for Lot Split No. 393 at the northeast corner of Church Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. On motion of Councilman Martinez, seconded by Coun- cilman DeMirjyn, the recommendation of the Planning Department was adopte by the City Council. Lot Split No. 401 - Robert Crum - Final Approval All requirements for Lot Split No. 401 as outlined in Council minutes dated March 18, 1969 having been complied with, it is the recommendation of the Planning Department that final approval be given for Lot Split No. 401. On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, this recommendation of the Planning Department was adopted by the City Council. Variance Application to County Planning Commission Big Bear Timber Company At this time City Manager Merritt recomended that the City Council clarify the City' s position with regard to the application to the County Planning Commission by Big Bear Timber Company for a variance to construct a ware- house. The Redlands Planning Commission considered this application at their meeting of April 22, 1969, and at that time recommended that the County Planning Commission support the recommendations of the County Flood Control District. This recommendation was made before the County Flood Control District indicated opposition to the variance application, and has been interpreted to indicate that the City of Redlands is opposin the variance request. Council discussed the variance request, and indicated their concern not only for the flood potential of the Santa Ana River, but also for the economic and employment loss which would result if the company should move from San Bernardino County, On motion of Councilman Knudsen, sec- onded by Councilman Cummings , the City Council directed that a letter be sent to the County Board of Supervisors stating the City's concern in this matter. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS At the regular meeting of the Traffic Commission on April 17, 1969 the following recommendations were submitted for Council consideration: SECTION ONE: Pursuant to Article 676, Section 67605 of the Redlands Traffic Ordinance: To establish stop signs on Citrus Avenue to stop eastbound and west- bound traffic at intersection of Sixth Street. .ution SECTION TWO; Pursuant to Article 675, Section 67501 (b) of the 2751 Redlands Traffic Ordinance: Parking Meter ordinance: To establish two-hour limit parking meters on the north side c Citrus Avenue between Sixth and Seventh Streets. SECTION SIX: Pursuant to Article 675, Section 67501 (a) of the Redlands Traffic ordinance: Post the alley eastbound only from Sixth Street to Seventh Sti between State Street and Citrus Avenue. SECTION SEVEN: Pursuant to Article 674, Section 67401 (a) of t Redlands Traffic ordinance: Erect proper signs and markings prohibiting left turns at sout exit of Security Pacific Bank parking lot on Citrus Avenue. The Council members had received copies of a letter from an adjoini property owner concerned with the loss of parking spaces on Seventl Street between Citrus Avenue and State Street. Mr . Larry Myers, me of Security Pacific Bank, explained the traffic problems in this ax the proposed solutions . He stated that the bank will relocate SeVE parking meters on Citrus Avenue. Following discussion, on motion of Councilman Cummings, seconded b� cilman DeMirjyn, the above recommendations of the Traffic Commissic approved, and Resolution No. 2751, establishing these changes, was adopted by the City Council. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS Manager Merritt brought to Council attention notice of transfer of ship of alcoholic beverage license for off-sale of beer and wine at E. Redlands Boulevard - from A & P to E. F. MacDonald Shopping Bag Stores, Inc. COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Knudsen informed Council that on two occasions recently had been visited at his office by citizens commending the Disposal ment and expressing appreciation for the good service they receive. Manager Merritt read a memorandum from Water Superintendent Lowry i ing the Council that the final gas rate increase approved by the Pu Utilities Commission reflected changes in line with the objections by Council resolution. Manager Merritt read a letter of appreciation from David Murphy, of West Highland Avenue, commending the Fire Department, Police Depart and Explorer Scout Troop for their efficient work in controlling th at his home on April 28. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Manager Merritt reported on further study which had been made of th proposed bus service, covering planned routes, fares, and comparati costs under two plans of operation. The original proposal, for this service was to lease vehicles for a 90-day trial. it has been dete that no firm will lease vehicles for this period, and it would be n &.VUV81G.il WiKZiAl� Wii4 1.IVMA4Vii AlUR.IwM .FW iiiVt.76J.iYdAA WA110 #A(VALWAI, YYi4AA Wn� 6:ii1+9.+ilAU {. tives for providing the service; a cutback in service in some other area or a lA:�� raise in the tax rate. Mr. Garcia, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Peter Amos, Mr. Simader, and Mrs. Jennie Lee spoke of the urgent need for this service. Following the, li,scuosion, councilman Martinez moved that the bus service be considered at the Council budget session on May 23, and if it is feasible at that time, enact the program in June if possible. Councilman Cummings seconded the motion. Motion carried by the following roll call vote: A � Councilmen Martinez, Cummings, Magor Burroughs NO Councilmen DeMirjyn, Knudsen ABSENT; gone Manager Merritt recommended that Ordinance No. 1388, which would amend Rance the Business License section of the City Ordinance Code, and which was 1388 given first reading at the meeting of April 1, be dropped at this time less and referred to the City Treasurer for further study and referral back to ►s e the Council. On motion of Councilman Cummings, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, this .recommendation was adopted, unanimously by the City Council. Ordinance No. 1389, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the City Cade to establish specific closing times for some parks within the city, was given second reading of the title and adopted on motion of tante Councilman DeMrjyn, seconded by Councilman Martinez, with waiver of the 1389 reading of the ordinance in fall, by the following roll call vote: .ations AYVS: Councilmen Martinez, Cummings, DeMirjyn, Knudsen, Mayor Burrough NO None ASSENT: None At the Council meeting of April 15 the Council requested a study of the .e & feasibility of furnishing police and fire service under contract to Celebrity Homes# outside the city limits of Redlands. Manager Merritt 'ce presented a report based on information furnished by the League of ,de California Cities, the Pacific Fire Rating Bureau, the Redlands Insurance Agents ' Association, and City attorney Taylor. At the conclusion of the report, Councilmen i,rj moved that the request be denied because of the fact them is no state constitutional or statutory law for a munici- pality to furnish continuous police or fire protection outside the corpo- rate limits of the City. Motion seconded by Councilman Martinez: and carried unanimously. INESS tance Ordinance No. 1390, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the 1390 Redlands Ordinance Code by adding Chapter 44 -- Parades - Public Assembly, les was introduced, given first reading of 'the title, and laid over under the bl'.y .rules, with second reading chd"led for May 24, 1969. Ragolution No. 2752. a resolution of the Citv Council authoriaino the The city Clerk was authorized to call for bids for furnishing and i Bid Call lation of 2411 water main in easement north and south of Country Clt Water Main Reservoir, on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilmar Martinez, bids to be opened May 20 at 10: 00 A.M. A grant of easement from Sam Perricone and Louis Romoff for right-c Easement purposes for sanitary sewer installation east of Alabama Street at Perricone & Palmetto was accepted on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded b5 Romoff to City Councilman Knudsen, with the City Manager authorized to execute the tificate of acceptance in behalf of the City. Deed A quitclaim deed relinquishing all City rights to the storm ditch City to as the Morrey Arroyo north of Brookside Avenue was approved on motj County Flood Councilman Cummings, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, with the Mayon Control City Clerk authorized to sign in behalf of the City. Deeds Two grant deeds from Redlands Security Company for street right-of- Redlands purposes on Redlands Boulevard and on State Street as required by ( Security mission Review and Approval No. 229 were accepted on motion of Cour Company to City man DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Martinez, with the City Manage authorized to execute the certificates of acceptance in behalf of t City. A grant deed from Suzanne S . Stout and Walker Smith, Jr . for alley Deed of-way purposes as required for building permit under ordinance No. Stout & was accepted on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Counciln Smith to Cummings, with the City Manager authorized to execute the certificz City acceptance in behalf of the City. Manager Merritt presented a request from Lester, Ryons and Company deletion of the requirement for street improvements at their propos parking lot at Sixth Street and Redlands Boulevard. Since this con is developing off-street parking, which is highly desirable in this it would seem to be in the public interest for the City to particiz in this project. The following alternatives are recommended: Parking 1 . Delete the requirement to pave the alley and offer to install Z Lot, Sixth street improvements as a part of the signal project to be budge St. & next year providing the owners dedicate right-of-way on Sixth S Redlands Blvd. 2. If the owner does not wish to dedicate right-of-way, offer to i the improvements on Redlands Boulevard as a part of the signal ect with the owner being responsible for the improvements on Si Street. On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, a ity was given for these offers to be presented to the property owns A grant deed from the Southern California Gas Company for street ri Deed of-way purposes on Redlands Boulevard west of Kendall Street was ac Forest Service expressing concern because of the closing of the Oak Glen Job Corps facility. This facility was originally established about 1950 as a Forestry Conservation Camp consisting of State Prison inmates to pro- vide highly skilled crews for forest fire fighting and for fire and flood protection work. In 1960 the crews were replaced by a State Youth Program, which later became a Federal Job Corps Center. The Oak Glen Job Corps is being disbanded, and a force of 170 men will be lost from forest fire fighting strength. It is their hope that the Director of Corrections, the .ng of Director of Conservation, and the State Legislature will reinstate Oak ,len :ores Glen as an active conservation camp for the east end of San Bernardino Valley. After discussion, Councilman Cummings moved that letters to the appropri- ate departments be sent over the Mayor 's signature requesting considera- tion of reinstatement of Oak Glen as an active conservation camp. Motion seconded by Councilman Martinez -rad carried unanimously. Manager Merritt presented a letter from Mr. W. L. Gill requesting annexa- _ution tion to the City of Redlands of a 4. 93 acre parcel of land located on the 2753 northeast corner of Citrus and Kansas . Resolution No. 2753, a resolution :ati.on of the City of Redlands declaring its intention to initiate proceedings `0 to annex 4. 93 acres located at the northeast corner of Citrus and Kansas Streets - Annexation No. 40 - was adopted on motion of Councilman Cumming , seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn. Councilman Knudsen abstained. Bilis and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. No further business demanding attention at this time, on motion, the Council adjourned at 9. 15 P.M. Next regular meeting, May 20, 1969. ayor of the ftiy of Redrlands City Clerk