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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10031972-cc_CCv0002.pdf MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, helc the Council Chambers, Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, on Octc 1972, at 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 John H. Wagner, Assistant to the City Manager Bill Brunick, Deputy City Attorney Peggy A. Moseley, City Clerk Erwin S . Hein, Redlands Daily Facts Chuck Palmer, San Bernardino Sun The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed t invocation by Captain David Johnstone of the Salvation Army. A large audience was welcomed and the students of Mr. DeMirjyn' E in government were asked to stand. The following minutes were unanimously approved as submitted: the adjourned joint meeting of the Council and the Redevelopment of Sevtember 19- Resolution No. 2979 set the public hearing on Amendment No. 16 to the dution General Plan for this time and place. Mayor Cummings asked Planning 2979 Director Schindler to explain the General Plan changes to the large 'r al student audience. Following this, the meeting was declared open as a public hearing for any comments or questions concerning Amendment No. 16 to the General Plan. None being forthcoming, Resolution No. 2979 was unanimously adopted on motion of Councilman Sewall, seconded by Councilman. DeMirjyn. This being the time and place advertised for public hearing on .nance Ordinance No. 1502, an ordinance of the City of Redlands establishing 1502 zoning for Annexation No. 48 to take effect when this annexation be- .ng - comes final, Mayor Cummings at this time declared the meeting open as >xation a public hearing for any questions or comments concerning this change 48 of zone. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed and Ordinance No. 1502 was adopted with waiver of the reading of the ordinance in full on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded b Councilman Knudsen by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen DeMirjyn, Knudsen, Miller, Sewall, Mayor Cummings NOES : None ABSENT: None Public hearing was also advertised at this time for Ordinance No. 150 .nance an ordinance of the City of Redlands establishing Zone Change No. 151 1503 which establishes zoning for Annexation No. 49. This annexation �xation includes the area planned for the San Bernardino County Museum. Mayo 49 Cummings at this time declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments concerning this change of zone. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed and Ordinance No. 1.503 was adopted with waiver of the reading of the ordinance in full on motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Sewall by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen DeMirjyn, Knudsen, Miller, Sewall, Mayor Cummings NOES : None ABSENT: None PETITIONS FROM THE FLOOR Mr. Glenn Emmerson addressed Council with the request that he be per- mitted to sign the improvement agreement for construction of standard .nage drainage facilities as required for Commission Review and Approval .alta- No. 288. This property had been viewed by the Advisory Committee and ,irement it was their recommendation that the drainage improvements be in- stalled at this time. Mr. Emmerson stated that he would be willing to sign a bond or agreement to perform this approximately 42 feet of construction at the time the remainder of the channel is covered. Following lengthy discussion, on motion of Councilman Knudsen, second- ed by Councilman Miller, authorization was unanimously given for the is GtkttG:IA%A�Wu W.Y ;riICAIILJG k.14c ItiWitik.0GA.Qb1aA.V ; W 0WV%W.XL &U.MutG�. L—LAG %ALAW4.IAL&k --,-J with two members being members of the Planning Commission, and t members being members from the community at large. Following fu discussion, Ordinance No. 1501 was given first reading of the ti laid over under the rules with public hearing thereon set for tb meeting of October 17, 1972. Councilman Sewall registered a "NC on the change in size of this commission. Sidewalk on Redlands Boulevard AQ!-ocent to Sages Following discussion of the recommendation of the Planning Commi concerning the sidewalk adjacent to Sages on Redlands Boulevard, Council considered the cost of moving the shrubbery and followin discussion, referred the matter to staff for study. Mr. DeMirjy Mr. Schindler, Mr. Shone, and Mr. Sewall will meet on this matte Councilman Sewall reported that the Park Commission had recommen that a walkway be constructed on the Sage side of the fence with ings at the north and south ends of the S,age property to give ac to Cypress and Palm Avenues for carts and pedestrians. This alt tive will also be considered by the committee. Mayor Cummings expressed the desire that the planting be saved a transplanted; not destroyed. Lot Split No. 431 - Eberley - Final Approval All requirements as specified in Council minutes dated April 18, having been complied with, it is the recommendation of the Plann Department that final approval be given for Lot Split No. 431, o tion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Sewall. The mandation of the Planning Department was adopted by the City Cou TRAFFIC Councilman Sewall reported that at the United Crusade dinner las Safety evening, Chief Graefe received an award from the Red Cross for t Award dedicated efforts of the Police Department stressing traffic saf by the "School in Session" program. He described the work of Of Alexander and others and commended the Chief and the Department. HOUSING Councilman Miller introduced Miss Gertrude Hagum, Chairman of th ing Commission who reviewed the statistics concerning 235-1 and Housing in San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange Counties, and the C Redlands. Miss Hagum also brought to Council attention the prop program to make eligibility assignments for housing to individua families and thus permit them to seek their own location for 235 ment subsidy. Council briefly discussed the unfavorable national nublinitv non The Mayor and Councilmen discussed communications from concerned citizens . Mr. DeMirjyn read a prepared statement relating to the history of 235-1 and 236 Housing, giving an historical summary of the experience He again requested adoption of a resolution to the Board of Super- visors requesting that they file an injunction wo prevent any further HUD development within the city until an in-depth study can be conducted. Following very lengthy discussion, Councilman Knudsen recommended that this matter be looked into further and especially a report brought on what other cities are doing in this area. He recommended notifying HUD of the city' s concern through the already established channels ; the relaying to HUD the Council ' s concern relative to 235 tracts, and Council ' s desire that the individually-oriented program be strengthened. Dlution Mrs . Emilie Perenchio, Housing Commissioner, then reported on a re- 2988 habilitation program for existing houses which is being established sing under 235. This would be on an individual applicant basis. Mrs. abili- Perenchio asked Council for adoption of a resolution approving this ion plan. on motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn, unanimous approval was given to Resolution No. 2988. Mrs . Perenchio was asked to furnish a copy of this to the Attorney' s office for review. Following these presentations, Mayor Cummings requested that members of the Housing Commission attend the October 6th meeting at the Impact Building which will discuss redevelopment housing. RECREATION Councilman Knudsen reported briefly on the improvements in the lighting for the field for Baseball for Boys and mentioned the dif- ficult financial situation this commission finds itself at this time. Council briefly discussed the reported funds expected from revenue sharing and the areas in which these funds would be applicable. ICATIONS AND PETITIONS Mr. Roy Anderson requested a change in the ordinance regarding water sr line frontage reimbursement. Mr. Anderson explained that the current e city charges would not reimburse him for the cost of the present nburse- t installation of a water line to his development at 1955 Industrial Park Avenue. Following lengthy discussion and explanation by Mr. Shone of the present ordinance, Council referred the matter study by committee consisting of Mr. Merritt, Mr. Shone, Mr. Knudsen and Mr. Anderson and expressed the hope that a policy can be adopted Resolution On motion of Councilman Sewall, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, No. 2987 Resolution No. 2987, a resolution of the City of Redlands estab, Tabled fees to be charged in relation to sewer system installation was unanimously for further study. A resolution of the City Council directed to the San Bernardino Board of Supervisors concerning rates for refuse disposal opera was withdrawn at this time. Resolution Resolution No. 2989, resolution of the City Council, City of Rei No. 2989 supporting the construction of the Prado Recreational Park was Prado Park on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Miller carried by the following roll call vote: AYES : Councilmen DeMirjyn, Knudsen, Miller, Mayor Cummings NOES : None ABSTAIN: Councilman Sewall Councilman Sewall stated that Mr. Tirso Serrano had brought to attention interestcf the Spanish Speaking community in celebratj of the Mexican Independence Day, September 16, 1973 with an inv, to the Mayor of San Miguel to come to Redlands . C6uncilman Sewi added that it was the hope of this group that the city would un( this cost. This was discussed briefly and will be studied furt] CITY MANAGER SLAG On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsei Funds unanimous authorization was given to apply to the Southern Cali: for Streets Association of Governments (SCAG) for funds for fiscal year 197: for the purpose of right-of-way acqusition and construction of streets . This is estimated to be in the amount of $151,000. 00. The City Clerk was authorized to advertise for bids for a tracts loader with backhoe for the Water Division on motion of Councils DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen. An agreement between the City and the County to provide for eng: Agreement design of Wabash Avenue north and south of Interstate 10 was apj Wabash Ave. by the City Council with the Mayor authorized to sign in behalf City on motion of Councilman DeMirjyno seconded by Councilman K The agreement specifies that each agency will pay one-half of t] total cost which has been estimated at $13, 200.00 or $6,600.00 : the city with the funds to come from sales tax on gasoline or gi funds . On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Sewall, Parking imous approval was given for transfer of $1,000 from the Parkinc District trict Unbudgeted Funds to the Parking District for a four-month to purchase property located at 118 Redlands Boulevard. A claim by the Haaer Sunn1v Comnanv aaainst the Citv for damaaei cations be advertised tor octooer 17th with notice made that the plans are available in the Public Works Department for anyone wishing to review them prior to the meeting, Council briefly discussed the change in use of Parking Lot No. 4 at the corner of Redlands Boulevard and Orange Street. The matter was referred to the Park Department to consider some type of temporary landscaping. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. There being no further business, Council adjourned, on motion at 9-.35 P.M. . Next regularly scheduled meeting, October 17, 1972. ,T: or' of the Ci --7 �*;CAe eek 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0