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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08181970b-cc_CCv0002.pdf MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, het( Council Chambers, Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, on August at 7z00 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 I invocation by Reverend John Foerster of the First Evangelical Ll 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 w4 of both in the areas of competence and efficiency, and in unusuall, Appreciation public relations, and thanked him for his many years of devotioi work. Following this, Mr. Gene Johnson, President of the Redlai ployees ' Association, presented Mr. O'Haver with a parting gift The minutes of the regular meeting of August 4, 1970 were appro, submitted. PUBLIC HEARINGS This being the time and place advertised for public hearing on I 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 I No. 2829 a public hearing of any comments or questions concerning this ri Housing tion. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared P1 1zM.=r%+- - - Gordon Binder, present in the audience, for the fine, detailed study he has made for the city during the past two summers under the guidance of Planning Director Schindler. G 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, Mayor Cummings; City Attorney Taylor Before the meeting, City Attorney Taylor called to state that he would be about ten minutes late. Tentative Map Tract No. 8274 - WILCO Land Company 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 map 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 NOES: None ABSTAIN: Councilman Knudsen Tentative Map -- Tract No. 8275 -- WILCO Land Company 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 applicant ' s map and calling attention to the note under Item 10 of the Engineering Division require- ments. On motion of Councilman Sewall, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn, the recommendation of the Planning Commission was adopted by the City Council by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen DeMirjyn, Miller, Sewall, Mayor Cummings NOES: None ABSTAIN: Councilman Knudsen Tentative Map - Tract No. 8059 - Surety Savings & 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 recommendation of the Planning Department was unanimously approved on motion of Coun- cilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Miller. Tentative Map - Tract No. 8124 Arthur Gregory, Jr. 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 departments as contained in Planning Commission minutes dated July 28, 1970, and that the recommendations of Park Commissioner Armantrout be heeded, if pos- sible. os-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 time consideration of requests from the floor by Mr. David Turner and Commissioner Armantrout that this violation be ended as soon as I sible as being an economic detriment to the area, on motion of C( man Miller, seconded by councilman Sewall, Council unanimously at ized notification of the property owner, in accordance with the c nance, that a public hearing will be held on September 15, at whi time he should show cause why C.U.P. Nos . 129 and 137 should not revoked for non-compliance with the requirements and conditions i forth in the granting of said permits . PARK COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS Councilman Sewall brought a request from the Park Commission that Park Study Committee be reactivated as is recommended on Page 9 ( Park original Park Study Report. The Commission suggests that consid( Study be given at this time for future parks and necessary land acquisi Committee and that the committee be under the guidance of the Park and Reci Commissions. He also reported that the Park commission discussed possible site the Veterans ' Memorial and that Mr. DeMirjyn had stated that plan going forward to choose a proper memorial. Councilman Sewall added that Commissioner Hatfield suggested that divider down Citrus Avenue be planted rather than being covered v macadam. This was discussed at some length and tabled to await i decision of the Park Commission and the Schools concerning planti maintenance of such a strip. Tl;,,AEFX RE MENDATIONS Request was made that the Traffic Commission study the need for z crosswalk across Terracina Boulevard at Fern. Mayor Cummings recommended the name of Ronald Stutt as a member c Appointment Traffic commission. on motion of Councilman Sewall, seconded by Traffic oilman Miller, unanimous approval was given to the appointment ol Commission Ronald Stutt to the Traffic Commission, with a letter over the Mz signature directed to be written. Manager Merritt presented Resolution No. 2831, a resolution of tT Council amending the Traffic Code and relating to establishment c stop sign at Redlands Boulevard and Mt. View Avenue; establishmer Resolution No Parking zone on the west side of Sixth Street at Redlands Boul No. 2831 and the elimination of a loading zone on the west side of Sixth c Traffic between Redlands Boulevard and State Street. Following explanatj the necessity for the changes, on motion of Councilman Knudsen, E ed by Councilman Miller, Resolution No. 2831 was unanimously adol the City Council. Director of Public Works Shone was directed to send a request to County asking for consideration of a signal at Mt. View and Redla 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- ATay Orange intersection with possible back-up traffic, and Director of Pub- fic lic Works Shone explained that a synchronized system of traffic lights State might be necessary. at 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. ECATIONS 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. 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 Knudsen 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. Speaking in opposition to the resolution was Mrs . Lawrence Pattor The Mayor and each Councilman expressed their personal feelings z length, and several agreed with the concept but not the structurf Resolution presented. No. 2832 Councilman Sewall moved for adoption of Resolution No, 2832; Cour Youth man Miller seconded the motion. Motion was defeated by the folic Council roll call vote: AYES : Councilman Sewall NOES: Councilmen DeMirjyn, Knudsen, Miller, Mayor Cummings ABSENT: None City Manager Merritt reported that on August 26 the Local Agency tion Commission will consider the formation of the Yucaipa Valle County Water District. Councilman Knudsen at this time (9:05 P.M. ) leaves the Council CT City Attorney Taylor ruled the ownership of two shares of Westerr Heights water stock did not constitute a conflict of interest fox Miller. Manager Merritt described the boundaries of the proposed district added that the residents of the portion of the proposed district cent to the City of Redlands may be unable to make their individv Yucaipa wants felt in such a large proposal. He also stated that, the cit Valley the willingness and capabilities to serve this area if the majori Water 41 District property owners so wish; that the city already does serve water e sewer outside of the city limits and that this area has been dee] within the City of Redlands ' "zone of influence" by the LAFC. Following discussion, Councilman Sewall moved that the representz 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 st 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.- AYES : Councilman Miller, Sewall, Mayor Cummings NOES: Councilman DeMirjyn ABSENT: Councilman Knudsen At 9: 26 P.M. Councilman Knudsen returns to his chair following tY above discussion. Mayor Cummings announced that Water Superintendent Lowry has pass State examination for Professional Engineers, and Council congrat him on this achievement. NEW BUSINESS. 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- ment 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 ' Hent ing discussion, on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn, the agreement as described was adopted by the City Council, with the Mayor authorized to sign in behalf of the City, and Ordinance No. 1416 was given first reading of the title with second reading set for August 25, 1970. SAGER Manager Merritt reported that the request from the School Board concern- ing Citrus Avenue had been withdrawn at this time. On motion of Council- 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 ent right-of-way across property at the sewerage treatment plant for the to purpose of serving a new pump being installed at the plant was granted n on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, with the ny Mayor and City Clerk authorized to sign the document in behalf of the City of Redlands. all on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Miller, the sal City Clerk was authorized to advertise for bids on one twenty-cubic - yard disposal truck. Council discussed the updating of the 1965 Long 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, 1970. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Commit- tee. There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 9: 50 P.M. to an adjourned regular meeting to be held on August 25, 1970 at 7:00 P.M. at St. Mary' s Parish Ball., 1215 Columbia Street. Next regular meeting, September 1, 1970. ay6r of the City of #6dlands Mr 14 , r 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0