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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08181970b-cc_CCv0001.pdf MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, hel Council Chambers, Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, on August at 7: 00 P.M. Planning Commission Items 3: 00 P.M. Regular Agenda 7: 00 P.M. PRESENT Jack B . Cummings , Mayor Charles G. DeMirjyn, Vice Mayor Chresten M. Knudsen, Councilman Ellsworth E. Miller, Councilman Sam S . Sewall, Councilman Ralph P. Merritt, Jr. , City Manager Edward F. Taylor, City Attorney Peggy A. Moseley, City Clerk Erwin S . Hein, Redlands Daily Facts Rosemary McClure, San Bernardino Sun ABSENT None The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed invocation by Reverend John Foerster of the First Evangelical L Church. At this time Mayor Cummings presented a certificate of apprecia James F. O 'Haver upon his retirement after 26 years of loyal se Certificate the City of Redlands . Mayor Cummings described Mr. O 'Haver ' s w of both in the areas of competence and efficiency, and in unusuall Appreciation public relations , and thanked him for his many years of devotio work. Following this, Mr. Gene Johnson, President of the Redla ployees ' Association, presented Mr. O 'Haver with a parting gift The minutes of the regular meeting of August 4, 1970 were apprc submitted. PUBLIC HEARINGS This being the time and place advertised for public hearing on tion No. 2829, a resolution of the City of Redlands adopting Am No. 13 to the General Plan, and entitled General Plan Housing E Resolution Second Phase, Mayor Cummings at this time declared the meeting No. 2829 a public hearing of any comments or questions concerning this r Housing tion. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared i' Gordon Binder, present in the audience, for the fine, detailed study tie has made for the city during the past two summers under the guidance of Planning Director Schindler. I COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS As considered by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof held August 18, 1970 at 3: 00 P.M. Present: Councilmen DeMirjyn, Knudsen, Miller, Sewall, .Mayos Cummings; City Attorney Taylor Before the meeting, City Attorney Taylor called to state that he would be about ten minutes late. Tentative Man 'Tract No. 8274 - WILCO T�and Com an That the tentative map of Tract No. 8274, located on the east side of Church Street approximately 325 feet south. of Pioneer Avenue, R-1 Zone, be =approved subject to the recommendations of all departments as con- tained in Planning Commission minutes dated August 11, 1970, and in accordance with the amendments on the reap recorded in red pencil.. On motion.. of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Sewall, the recom-� mendation of the Planning Commission was adopted by the City Council with the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen DeMirjyn, Miller, Sewall, Mayor Cummings NOBS: None ABSTAIN: Councilman Knudsen Tentative Ma - Tract No. 8275 - WILCO Land Corn an That the tentative map of Tract No. 8275, located at the southeast cor- ner of Church Street and Pioneer Avenue, R-1 Zone, be approved subject to the recommendations of all departments as contained in Planning Com- mission :minutes dated August 11, 1970, and in conformance with the changes indicated in red pencil on the appla_cant ' s map and calling attention to the note under Item 10 of the E'ngin'eering Division require , :vents , Can motion of Councilman Sewall, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn,11 the recommendation of the Planning Commission was adopted by the City Council by the following roll call voter AYES : Councilmen DeMirjyn, Miller, Sewall, Mayor Cummings NOES: None ABSTAIN: Councilman Knudsen Tentative Ma - Tract No. 8059 - Suret Savin s & Loan - Time Extension That an extension of two years, from August 4, 1970, to August 4, 1972, be granted on. the tentative map for Tract No. 8059. This recommendatio" of the Planning Department was unanimously approved on motion of Coun- cilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman. Mi'l'ler. Tentative Ma - Tract No. 8124 - Arthur Gr car , 7r. That tentative map of Tract No. 8124, located between Elizabeth Street and. Center Street, approximately 600 feet west of Henrietta Street, R-E Zone, be approved subject to the recommendations of all department's as contained in Planning Commission minutes dated July 28, 1970, and that the recommendations of Park Commissioner Armantrout be heeded, if pos- sible. Tentative approval of this tract was tabled to this time to provide op- portunity for the Advisory Committee to view the rock wall located on this property. Following discussion, on motion.. of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn, the recommendation of the Planning Com mission was unanimously adopted by the City Council, the preservation of the wall to be worked out between the developer and the staff, and normal street section and alignment to be maintained.. Addenda a series of photographs between July 7, 1969 and the present tin consideration of requests from the floor by Mr. David Turner anc Commissioner Armantrout that this violation be ended as soon as sible as being an economic detriment to the area, on motion of man Miller, seconded by Councilman Sewall, Council unanimously z ized notification of the property owner, in accordance with the nance, that a public hearing will be held on September 15, at wl time he should show cause why C.U.P. Nos. 129 and 137 should not revoked for non-compliance with the requirements and conditions forth in the granting of said permits. PARK COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS Councilman Sewall brought a request from the Park Commission thz Park Study Committee be reactivated as is recommended on Page 9 Park original Park Study Report. The Commission suggests that consic Study be given at this time for future parks and necessary land acqui. Committee and that the committee be 'under the guidance of the Park and Re( Commissions . He also reported that the Park Commission discussed possible sil the Veterans ' Memorial and that Mr. DeMirjyn had stated that plc going forward to choose a proper memorial. Councilman Sewall added that Commissioner Hatfield suggested the divider down Citrus Avenue be planted rather than being covered macadam. This was discussed at some length and tabled to await decision of the Park Commission and the Schools concerning plant maintenance of such a strip. TRAFFIC RECOMMENDATIONS Request was made that the Traffic Commission study the need for crosswalk across Terracina Boulevard at Fern. Mayor Cummings recommended the name of Ronald Stott as a member Appointment Traffic Commission. on motion of Councilman Sewall, seconded b, Traffic cilman Miller, unanimous approval was given to the appointment < Commission Ronald Stutt to the Traffic Commission, with a letter over the f signature directed to be written. Manager Merritt presented Resolution No. 2831, a resolution of I Council amending the Traffic Code and relating to establishment stop sign at Redlands Boulevard and Mt. View Avenue; establishm( Resolution No Parking zone on the west side of Sixth Street at Redlands Bot No. 2831 and the elimination of a loading zone on the west side of Sixth Traffic between Redlands Boulevard and State Street. Following explanal, the necessity for the changes, on motion of Councilman Knudsen, ed by Councilman Miller, Resolution No. 2831 was unanimously ad< the City Council . Director of Public Works Shone was directed to send a request tc County asking for consideration of a signal at Mt. View and Red' Boulevard in place of the above-mentioned stop sign. Downtown Redlands Association, that two-way traffic on State Street west of Orange Street be re-established. The request was concurred in by 41 property owners in downtown Redlands , and listed advantages of the two-way traffic flow. The Council observed that this traffic sys- tem had been established ten years ago as a trial arrangement. It was pointed out that a change at this intersection would affect the Citrus ay Orange intersection with possible back-up traffic, and Director of Pub- ic lic Works Shone explained that a synchronized system of -traffic lights State might be necessary. t Mrs . Grace addressed the Council with an offer to meet with either the staff or the Traffic Commission to expedite this request . Chief Graefe was requested to get this matter before the Traffic Commission as soon as possible, with an adjourned meeting of the Traffic Commission being suggested, ATIONS Councilman Sewall displayed a brochure produced by the League of Women Voters . This is a general information brochure, with particular em- phasis on voting and information concerning elected officials . I I Councilman Sewall read a communication from the Chanber of Commerce relating to environmental improvement and requesting special attention to sidewalks and alleys by the city. Mayor Cummings stated that Council members are requested to be present at the victorville Fair on August 29, and that he will participate in a Mayors ' Cook-off. Manager Merritt reported a letter of appreciation from the Redlands Federal Savings and Loan Association commending the efficient, patient manner with which the police cooperated with the Association during occurrences of malfunction of new burglar alarm equipment . Councilman Sewall commended Mr. Merritt on the additional background facts, information and aims of the various departments which was in- cluded in this year ' s annual budget. Mayor Cummings announced that the Council will hold an adjourned Coun- cil meeting, the first of a proposed series of meetings outside of the Council Chambers . This one will be held at St. Mary ' s Parish Hall at 1215 Columbia Street, the Council to arrive at 6: 30 P.M. for coffee and iced tea, the meeting to be at 7: 00 P.M. Councilman I<nudsen suggested that more information concerning city address, telephone number and zip code be placed on the city stationery. It was explained that the stationery presently under use is used by many different departments and different locations of the city. The staff was authorized to investigate the cost of this type of stationery i4 Ij Speaking in opposition to the ,resolution. was Mrs . Lawrence Fattol i The Mayor and each Councilman expressed their personal feelings length, and several agreed with the concept but not the structur( Resolution presented.. 2832Councilman Sewall moved for, adoption of Resolution No. 2532,- Coui Youth man Miller seconded the motion. Motion was defeated by the fol.lc it Coun ..il. roll call vote: AYES : Councilman Sewall. l NOES : Councilmen DeMirjyn, Knudsen, Miller, Manor Cummings SENT: None s' City Manager Merrittreported that on August 26 the Local Agency } tion Coim-nission will consider the formation of the Yucaipa Valle, County Water District i; f Councilman Knudsen at this time (9: 0 '.M. ) leaves the Council Cl City Attorney Taylor ruled the ownership of two shares of Westeri Heights water stock did not constitute a conflict of interest foi Miller. >E Manager .Merritt described the boundaries of the proposed district added that the residents of the portion of the proposed district 4 cent to the City of Redlands may be unable to make their indiva di 1' YU,caiipa wants felt in such a large proposal. He also stated that the cit galley I the willingness and capabilities to serve this area if the majora Water District property owners so wish; that the city already does serve water surer outside of the city limits and that this area has been deca within the City of Redlands ' "zone of influence" by the LA "C, Following discussion, Councilman Sewall moved that the represent< to the LAFC meeting on August 26 be instructed to state that Red: stands ready to provide total service to the people residing in c of influence and that we stand willing to do so, and that they sit given the opportunity to express themselves separately from the i district as to which entity they prefer to join. Motion secondee Councilman Miller and carried by the following roll call vote: 3Y AYES : Councilman Miller, Sewall., Mayor Cu rings NOES: Councilman DeMirjyn ABSENT: Councilman Knudsen At 9: 26 R,M. Councilman Knudsen returns to his chair following tl above discussion. Mayor Cummings announced that. Water Superintendent Lowrie has pasE ;tate examination for Professional Engineers, and Council congrat him on this achievement, i NEW ROSINESS Resolution Resolution No. 2830, a resolution of the City of Redlands fixing Redlands and the City of San. Bernardino for caring for, impounding and disposing of dogs found running at large in Redlands . This new agree rent increases the fee by $1. 00 (from $4.00 to $5. 00) for most services Also presented was Ordinance No. 1416, an ordinance of the City of Redlands establishing the change in the Redlands ordinance Code. follow~ cent ing discussion, on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn, the agreement as described was adopted by the City C'ouncal, with the Mayer authorized to sign in behalf of the City, and ordinance No. 1.416 was given first reading of the title with second reading set for August 2 , 1970. TAGER Manager Merritt reported that the request from the School hoard concern ing Citrus Avenue had been withdrawn at this time. On motion of C~ouncil7, man Miller, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, this matter was tabled at the request of the School Board. An easement from the City of Redlands to the Edison Company granting =nt right--of-way across property at the sewerage treatment plant for the Mopurpose of serving a new pump being installed at the plant was granted on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, w=ith the ly Mayor and City Clerk authorized to sign the document in behalf of the 1 i= City of Redlands . X11 on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Miller, the ,al City Clerk was authorized to advertise for bids on one twenty-cubic- yard d=isposal truck. Council discussed the updating of the 1965 :hong Range Capital Improve- ment Program which is presently being completed by the staff and will be presented to Council for their consideration on September 15, 1..970 . Rills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commit- tee. "here being no further business, the Council adjourned at 9. 50 P.M. -to an adjourned regular meeting to be held can August 25, 1970 at 7: 00 P.M. at St. Mary ' s Parish Hall_, 1.215 Columbia Street. Next regular meeting, September 1, 1970. t , ayc r of the City of ands trk Jy' s'