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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06021970-cc_CCv0002.pdf of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, helc Council Chambers, Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, on June 2, �t 7: 00 P.M. RESE hack B . Cummings, Mayor Charles G. DeM.irjyn, Vice Mayor Chresten M. Knudsen, Councilman Ellsworth E. Miller, Councilman Sam, S . Sewall, Councilman Ralph P. Merritt, Jr. , City Manager er Edward F. Taylor, City Attorney Peggy A. Moseley, City Clerk Erwin S. Hein, Redlands Daily Facts Chuck Palmer San Bernardino Sun 4Y BS None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed I 4 invocation by Reverend Ted Hurlburt, of the Church of Christ Chr .' The minutes of the .regular meeting of May 19, 1970 were approves the following correction: "Report on the zanja to be made at tl meeting of June 16, " BIAS The following three sets of bids were opened and publicly declai { the office of the City Clerk at 10: 00 A.M. this date. ,Evaporation Basin for Industrial 'Waste Mud Company, being the low bid and meeting all specifications, receive the award. on motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn, award for the construction of the evaporation basin was unani- mously made to the McKittrick Mud Company in the total amount of $7, 799.00 Traffic Signal System & Street Improvements Paul Gardner Corporation Ontario, Calif. Total $27,859. 68 Smith Electric Supply ,vard Stanton, Calif. Total $23,435.30 is These bids were referred to the Department of Public Works for study L and recommendation. At this time it is the recommendation of the De- partment of Public Works that the low bid of the Smith Electric Supply, meeting all qualifications, receive the award. on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn, award of the installation of traffic signals at Sixth Street and Redlands Boulevard was made to the Smith Electric Supply Company, in the amount of $23,435.30. Dearborn Street & NewYorkStreet Improvements Fontana Paving, Inc. Fontana, Calif. New York Street, Colton to Brockton $26,587.60 Dearborn Street, Highland to Citrus 18, 747. 25 A. S. Hubbs Colton, Calif. New York Street, Colton to Brockton $28, 396.00 Dearborn Street, Highland to Citrus 22, 253.00 Matthews Company yard Redlands, Calif. New York Street, Colton to Brockton $27, 889.50 ;meats Dearborn Street, Highland to Citrus 26, 989. 50 Leroy Wilkins San aprp4gai4q, Calif. New 'Zork '8treet, Colton to Brockton $26,449.00 Dearborn Street, Highland to Citrus 18, 140. 50 E. L. Yeager Company Riverside, Calif. New York Street, Colton to Brockton $32, 545.40 Dearborn Street, Highland to Citrus 21, 546. 00 These bids were referred to the Department of Public Works for study and recommendation. It is the departmental recommendation that the bid of Leroy Wilkins, being the lowest combined bid, receive the awaed. on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn, unani- mous approval was given to the award of the bid for Dearborn Street and New York Street improvements to Leroy Wilkins in the amount of $44, 589. 5D. 'ITIONS Mr. Ray Green, of 831 Robinhood Lane, speaking for himself and his neighbors, brought to Council attention a problem concerning construc- tion adjacent to their property. Mr. Green states that the main com- plaint is the grading of a bank approximately six feet in height adja- ___4_ i._ 1._' — ......_..._-4 .. ­_'4.'%— __ --.a..-4 ,... .. _ ­_1 1 TT— _.QA—A 11...—A- 4-1-- 1_4. proval is given to the lot, Mr. Mitchell pointed out the advant having the property owner' s fence at the top of the grading, as gives increased privacy to the lower lot. Following lengthy dis Mayor Cummings suggested that Mr. Mitchell meet with the neighbo Mr. Phillips, the developer, to discuss what arrangements could Councilman Sewall invited Mr. Green back if the results were not factory. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 1 . Lot Split No. 423 - Josephine M. Apodaca That the request of Mrs . Josephine M. Apodaca for permission to property located at 615 W. Lugonia Avenue, R-2 zone, be approved to the recommendations of all departments as contained in Planni mission minutes dated May 26, 1970, and including the recommenda that the applicant request the Advisory Committee to review the offsite improvements for signing the improvement agreement, and calling to the attention of the applicant that approval of this split is subject to dedication of one-quarter of the cul-de-sac time as the adjacent property develops . on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, the recommendation of Planning Commission was unanimously adopted by the City Council. 2. Lot Split No. 410 - J. Robert West - Time Extension That a time extension of one year, from June 3, 1970 to June 3, granted for Lot Split No. 410. On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Miller, the recommendation of the Plannin partment was adopted by the City Council. 3. Lot Split No. 411 - J. Robert West - Time Extension That a time extension of one year, from June 3, 1970 to June 3, be granted for Lot Split No. 411. On motion of Councilman DeMir seconded by Councilman Sewall, the recommendation of the Plannin partment was adopted by the City Council. Addenda Items: A. Eureka Street off ramp B. Low Cost Housing - Lugonia & Church Streets C. County Planning Department hearing re zone c on Alabama and Citrus D. Dearborn Reservoir The Planning Commission considered these four items; however, th no Council action. PARK COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS Councilman Sewall gave a brief report of the picnic in Prospect Prospect held on Memorial Day. He stated that over 300 citizens attended Park I Picnic that fifteen or so booths were manned by various organizations. pressed appreciation to Mr. Perry and to the Park Department for cooperation. At this time Mayor Cummings announced that Commissioner Armantro term on the Park Commission expires on June 16, stated that Mr. trout has been a very satisfactory commission member, and asked Council ' s pleasure concerning his reappointment. Councilman DeM pointed out that some time ago Council had decided to discuss ap, ments on boards and commissions in executive session, and reques that this be done. Mayor Cummings stated that this would then b of contracts for Option B Water was unanimously approved. CATIONS Mayor Cummings read letters from Father Henry Keane, President of the Redlands Council of Churches, and Miss Gertrude Hagum urging that. Coun- cil establish as soon as possible a Redlands Housing Commission. At this time, City Attorney Taylor presented a comprehensive study of the legal powers and responsibilities of a Housing Authority, as estab- lished by a city under California law, and gave a brief outline of the procedure for forming an authority. Mayor Cummings stated that he was in favor of establishing a Housing Board as a continuing, on-going boar to look into and bring recommendations to the City Council on matters of low-cost housing, mobile homes and senior citizen housing. Councilman DeMirjyn said it would be well to have an outline of duties and time required before approaching citizens to serve on such a board. It was suggested that the board contain seven members and be called "Housing Advisory Board" . Mayor Cummins announced the following events: The REAL dinner honoring Dr. Heisner, at which Dr. and Mrs. Miller will represent the Council. g Foothill Freeway dinner which Mr. Sewall will attend. s The Open House of the Redlands District Office Welfare Department on June 4, from 2: 30 to 4: 30. Ribbon cutting at 9: 00 A.M. Tuesday, June 9, for "Fashions That Talk" . Ribbon cutting at 9:30 A.M. , Tuesday, June 9, Mr. Baker' s. The opening at 314 Orange Street on June 12 of the Christian Light Book Store. Councilman DeMirjyn read a letter suggesting changes in the Sunset Drive names which the writer considered would make addresses more understand- able. This was discussed at length, and it was pointed out that any name changes would necessarily be coordinated with the County. Council discussed the desirability of including in the City Code a re- atic quirement that automatic flue extinguishers be required installation in restaurants attaining a certain level of activity. Director of Building guish- and Safety Mitchell stated that he would be happy to add such a section to the new City Mechanical Code now under preparation and bring it to Council for consideration. Councilman Knudsen expressed great satisfaction in the retirement cere- ost monies for Dr. George Armacost, called attention to the nationwide res- ement ponse to this occasion, and congratulated Mayor Cummings on the excel— lent program. Council discussed noise and general disturbance in the Fox Theater, and Mr. Joseph Kicak of the Engineering Department gave a very compr sive report on the planned widening of Citrus Avenue from Redlan Citrus Boulevard to the Freeway overpass, explained the installations a: Avenue various problems concerning necessary dedication. Director of P, Widening Works Shone stated that as the Edison Company and Telephone Comp underground their utilities in conjunction with this widening, i create a very extensive project. City Manager Merritt brought additional information on the telep'. Telephone rate increase, stating that the rate for Redlands residences of � Rates is the lowest increase being made, and that the business rate ini is also comparatively low. NEW BUSINESS Resolution No. 2818, a resolution of the City Council of the Cit-, Resolution Redlands signifying its intention to engage in the TOPICS prograi No. 2818 TOPICS expressing the desire to accumulate TOPICS funds to combine 1969 Program 1970-71 approtionment in order to finance more substantive projei unanimously adopted on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded b, Gilman Miller. CITY MANAGER The City Manager was authorized to execute the certificates of a4 ance on behalf of the City for the following two Grant Deeds: From Charles R. Willard, Trustee under will of Katherine Zeller, Willard City of Redlands, for street widening purposes, accepted on moti( Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen. From M. C. Theos to the City for street and alley right-of-way pi Theos ordinance No. 1193, accepted on motion of Councilman Knudsen, se( by Councilman DeMirjyn. City Manager Merritt read a detailed memorandum concerning the c.' of the California Street Landfill Property, explained the reason., become necessary to reserve the remaining use of this area exclul for the City of Redlands, and outlined the cost of equipment and tional operating personnel required for the City to operate this fill. He stated that the staff would prepare a resolution outlii rate increases necessary to keep the disposal service self-suppoi for presentation to Council. He requested Council approval for I closure of this property to all except City trucks effective Jul! California 1970. Street Landfill Following lengthy Council consideration, on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Miller, this approval to close i landfill to all except City trucks was unanimously made by the Council. 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