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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06211977-cc_CCv0001.pdf MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held the Council Chambers, Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, can Tune 1977, at 7;00 P .M. Planning Commission Items 3 :00 P.M. Regular Agenda 7:00 PRESENT Charles G. DeMirjyn, Mayor Chresten M. Knudsen, Vice Mayor Ellsworth E. Miller, Councilman Curren R. Elliott, Councilman H. L. Archbold, Acting City Manager Robert H. Ziprick, Deputy City Attorney Peggy A . Moseley, City Clerk Erwin S . Hein, Redlands Daily Facts LoVae Pray, San Bernardino Sun ABSENT Bertha Rose Grace, Councilwoman The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed b invocation by Reverend Paul Keeth of the First Assembly of God C rulluasza t&Vv Lliy, 111U. ii Fontana California $16, 743 .45 Matich Corporation Colton, California $15,814.84 H E. L. Yeager Construction Co. , Inc. 1' Riverside, California $17, 397 . 30 r At this time, it is the recommendation of the Department of Public ward Corks that the lowest, fully qualified bid of the Matich Corporation 1 facin be accepted. On motion of Councilman Elliott, seconded by Councilman 11 g n Ave . Miller, award was made to the Matich Corporation in the amount ofP $15,814.84 by AYE votes of all present. Bids for the construction of the Community Center were reported in the Council minutes of June 7, 1977. At this time, with the approval ;3 ,3 of San Bernardino County, it is the recommendation that award be made I ward to the firm of Donald, McKee & Hart of Redlands,California, who sub- t# t nity mitted the lowest, fully qualified bid. on motion of Councilman j r Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Miller, award for the construction of the Community Center was made to Donald McKee & Hart in the amount of $3.23 ,000.00 by AYE votes of all present. y; HEARINGS Public hearing was advertised for this time and place on Ordinance 33 No. 1614, an ordinance of the City of Redlands establishing a change ?i of zone from R-2-2000 (Multiple family Residential) District to R-1 11 (Single Family Residential) District for 16 .4 acres of property located on the south side of Lugonia Avenue approximately 1, 320 feet 1 west of 0"udson Street, Zone Change No. 180 . Mayor DeMirj'yn opened ii the meeting as a public hearing for any comments or questions con- ante cerning the zone change . None being forthcoming, this public hearing 11 1614 was declared closed, and Ordinance No. 1614, an ordinance of the City 11 Change of Redlands establishing Zone Change No. 180, was adopted on motion 80 of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, with waiver of the reading in full, by the following roll call vote „ AYES . Councilmembers Knudsen, Miller, Elliott; Mayor DeMirjyn NOES : None ` ABSENT: Councilwoman Grace i Ordinance No. 1615, an ordinance of the City of Redlands for Zone 3 Change No. 181, was also advertised for public hearing for this time 1 and place . Mayor DeMirjyn again announced the meeting open as a §i public hearing for any questions or comments concerning this gone change . None being forthcoming, public hearing was declared closed, and Ordinance No . 1615, an ordinance establishing a change of zone ante from A-1 (Agriculture) District to R--1 (Single Family Residential) j 1.615 District for 9 . 5 acres of property located on the north side of 3 Change Lugonia Avenue and 500 feet east of Berkeley Drive, was adopted on mni-_i nn of Counc-i lman Kniid.c;an _ rnnrlc rl 'ht;, Oniinri lman Mi l l pr. wi F'h Sunset Drive: street purposes and carders the vacation of that portion, was adc on motion of Councilman Elliott , seconded by Councilman Miller, AYE votes of all present. i ORAL PETITIONS FROM THE FLOOR Mr . 0ohn Payne, President of Sun Boss Corporation, addressed CoL with a request for waiver of lot size requirements in order that patio cover may be installed alcove a swimming pool at 806 La Pal Street. Mr, Payne presented a letter from the applicant 's doctc explaining the applicant ' s need to be sheltered from the sun. Council discussed the matter briefly, noted letters from both ar neighbors and the neighbors to the rear stating that there was r objection to this pool cover. Council approved the installatior Pool Cover the pool cover as there were no objections and the applicant hati great need on motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Counciln Miller, by AYE votes of all present. Mr. Knudsen observed that structure would not be so high as to be objectionable to the nei Mr. Stan Lichtenstein of 1060 San Mateo Street, chairman of the ness Improvement District, addressed Council with the request fc permission to close Fifth Street between Redlands Boulevard and Street on Thursday, June 30 and each Thursday thereafter during summer for a six hour period, from 8:00 A .M. to 2 :00 P .M. , for t Farmers ' purpose of having a Farmers ' Market, Mr, Lichtenstein explainer Market local farmers would be able to sell their own produce. He adder County Board of Health and Board of Agriculture have been consul A and that fire and police approval have been given. Councilman I explained that there is no business license required when peoplE selling their own produce. On motion of Councilman Knudsen, sec by Councilman Elliott, this request was granted by AYE votes of present. Mr. Lichtenstein then asked for waiver of business license and I sion for the closing of Fifth Street between State Street and Cl Avenue on Thursday and Friday, July 8 and 9, 1977. He stated tt Art request is in behalf of the BID and the Redlands Art Associatior Sale a joint art sale . The street will be closed all day from 8:00 1 until 6:00 P .M. On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Coi Elliott, approval was given this request by AYE votes of all pr( COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS Planning Commission - Planning Commission recommendations as cor by the City Council at a regularmeeting thereof held on June 21, at 3 :00 P .M. Present: Councilmembers Knudsen, Miller, Elliott; Mayor DeMirj) City Attorney Taylor - 4 :00 P .M. Abram - Ontinf-i 1u7nman t rano �, LLULLALO. 1V11 kl_%Jtlk__LIIUt-_Ur adding Planning Department Recommendation No- 8, that the existing rock curbs on the north side of Olive Avenue be preserved and repaired. On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Miller, this recommendation of the Planning commission was approved by AYE votes of all present. 2 . Tentative Map Tract No. 9777 - Raymond C . Mills That the tentative map of Tract No. 9777 located on the southeast corner of Lakeside Avenue and Olive Avenue, 27 lots, R-S Zone, be approved subject to the recommendations of all departments as contained in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977, and adding Engineering Division Requirement No. 13 that rock curbs on Olive Avenue be preserved and repaired as necessary. On motion of Council- man Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Elliott, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved by AYE votes of all present . 3 . Tentative Map Tract No . 9829 - Fred Hunter That the tentative map of Tract No. 9829 located approximately 630 feet east of Church Street between San Bernardino Avenue and Pennsyl- vania Avenue; 55 lots, be approved subject to the recommendations of all departments as contained in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977 . on motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Council- man Miller, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved by AYE votes of all present. 4. R.P .C . No. 458 - Zone Change No. 182 - Dominion Capital Corporation That R.P.C . No. 458, a resolution of the Planning Commission for adoption of Zone Change No. 182, creating a change of zone from A-I (Agriculture) District to R-1 (Single Family Residential) District for approximately 4.8 acres of property located on the north side of Pennsylvania Avenue approximately 660 feet west of Orange Street be approved. On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Elliott, R.P .C . No. 458 was approved by Council, and ordinance No . 1616, an ordinance of the City Council establishing Zone Change No, 182, was given first reading of the title and laid over under the rules with public hearing ordered for the Council meeting of July 5, 1977, at 7 :00 P.M. 5 . -R. P.C . No. 460 - Zone Change No. 184 - H. Brover and O . Lively That R .P.C . No. 460, a resolution of the Planning Commission for adoption of Zone Change No . 184, a change of zone from A-1 (Agriculture) District to R-S (Residential Suburban) District for approximately 10 acres of property located on the southeast corner of Citrus Avenue and La Salle Street, be approved. On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Elliott, R.P.C . No. 460 was approved. ordinance No. 1617, an ordinance of the City Council establishing Zone Change No. 184, was introduced and laid over under the rules with public hearing set for the Council meeting of July 5, 1977, at 7:00 P.M. 6. Conditional Use Permit No . 267 - B. D. Wallis That the application for a Conditional Use Permit for the conversion of a residential structure located at 1107 Orange Street to non- residential structure for an income -tax office be approved subject to the building being in good condition and subject to the recommenda- tions of all departments as contained in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977, and adding Planning Department Recommendation No . 5 to read: Signs as shown shall not be permitted and any proposed signs shall conform to the Redlands Sign ordinance and to concurrence of the Historical Society with design to be compatible with the resi- dential neighborhood. Councilman Knudsen moved for approval of C.U.P. No. 267 with the elimination of the reference to the Historical Sodetv. Councilman Miller seconded the motion which was approved by recommendations as outlined in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977. Noting that this was an excellent compromise between the wall pr in Orange County and Redlands ' present situation, Councilman Knu moved to approve Variance No. 216, Motion was seconded by Counc Miller who added that the historical marker will be re-located. recommendation was approved by AYE votes of all present. 9. Conditional Use Permit No. 269 - B.F.M. Enterprises That the request for a conditional use permit for a 90-unit Adul Residential Project located on the northwest corner of Church St and Lugonia Avenue, be approved in accordance with all departmen recommendations as outlined in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977, and recommended that the perimeter of the lots be adjusted to meet the minimum lot area requirements in order to r Iain a ten foot side yard, and in accordance with the revised ma Exhibit "A", dated June 12, 1977 . on motion of Councilman Knuds seconded by Councilman Miller, this recommendation of the Planni Commission was approved by AYE votes of all present. 10 . 'Tentative Map Tract No. 9681 - B.F .M. Enterprises That the tentative map for Tract No. 9681, located on the northw corner of Church Street and Lugonia Avenue, 90 lots, R-2 Zone, b approved subject to the recommendations of all departments as cc tained in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977, and i accordance with the revised map labeled Exhibit "A", dated June 1977 . on motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Elliott, approval was given to this recommendation of the Planning Commis by AYE votes of all present. 11 . Tentative Map Tract No. 9756 - Melco Construction Company That the tentative map of Tract No- 9756, located on the northwe corner of Golden West Drive and Sunset Drive, 21 lots , R-E Zone approved subject to the recommendations of all departments as cc in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977, and change Planning Department Recommendation No. 3 to read that Lots 1, 13 18, and 21 may take vehicular access from either Country Club Dr or Sunset Drive, and also changing Item No. 4 of Planning Reconur dations to read that any lots using circular drives shall have a foot minimum front setback . On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Miller, recommendation of the Planning Commission was adopted by AYE vot all present . 12 . Tentative Map Tract No . 9853 - Don Schaffer and Mark Sullivan That the tentative map of Tract No. 9853, located on Lugonia Ave 500 feet east of Berkeley Drive, 39 lots, R-1 Zone, be approved subject to the recommendations of all departments as contained i Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977; and in accordan with the map as revised by staff. on motion of Councilman Knuds seconded by Councilman Elliott, this tentative approval of Tract �` 9853 was given by AYE votes of all present. 13 , -Tentative Map Tract No. 9883 - Hansen Mechanical That tentative map Tract No. 9883 , located on the southwest corn Sunset Drive and Edgement Drive, 20 lots, R-A Zone, be approved ject to all departmental recommendations, deleting Engineering F ment No. 7, and changing Engineering Requirement No. 8 to read s lights be "roughed out, " and Planning Department Recommendation be added to state that a ten foot bridle trail easement be maint along the east boundary of the property under discussion, and PI Vj � , V-L1�-LII-L0 IIQ-L L- t..PI- -T f_J VVGe1- 0UIAZUt- L.1L LVC, CIt-4ULZ---ZI,CIA k-UULIk..:J_J_ CIIIU presented signed petitions from the neighbors concerning the street lights; and signed petitions from a variety of interested horse riders regarding the bridle trails . Mrs . Hart explained that the neighbors did not want street lights in the area, did not wish to have them roughed in as required by the Planning Commission, and were requesting easement for a bridle trail. . Council discussed these matters with Mrs. Hart at length. Mayor DeMirjyn explained the problem of the Council when endeavoring to satisfy people presently and yet not burdening theCity with the cost of installation of lights at a future date. Also speaking on this matter were Virginia Merritt, Corrine Bromberger, H. J. Sheffield, and John Hart. Mr. Hal Hagen spoke to Council in behalf of the applicant, stated that the applicant would be willing to stub in the lights, and would be willing to put a deed restriction on each parcel of property obligating the owner to pay for light installation when it was required. Mr. Hagen discussed the bridle trail easement with Mrs . Hart for a consi- derable time . Following this discussion, Councilman Knudsen requested Planning and Community Developer Schindler to have his department develop a precise equestrian trail for the area - Councilman Knudsen then moved to approve Tentative Map Tract No. 9883 subject to the requirements as outlined in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977, as listed in the Planning Commission statement,- and further, that the developer be required to put in standard light conduits, bases, and anchor bolts to facilitate installation at a later date; and that the deed to each lot shall contain a restriction requiring the property owner to pay for completed installation of street lights if required at a future date; and subject to the solution by the staff of the bridle trail problem. This motion was seconded by Councilman Elliott and carried by AYE votes of all present. Mr Schindler pointed out that the bridle trail could be reviewed before the final approval of this tract. Mr. Taylor entered the Council Chambers during the discussion on the above development. 14 , Tentative Map Tract No . 9906 - K. Hamilton and F. Hunter That tentative map of Tract No. 9906, located on the north side of Pennsylvania Avenue, 220 feet east of Church Street, 29 lots, R-1 Zone, be approved subject to the recommendations of all departments as outlined in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977. on motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Elliott, this recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved by AYE votes of all present. 15 . MinorSubdivision No. 31 - M. L. Marquez and J. Roque That the tentative map for Minor Subdivision No. 31, proposed on the north side of San Bernardino Avenue, 1,000 feet west of Judson Street, 2 lots, A-I Zone, be approved subject to all requirements as outlined in Planning Commission minutes dated June 14, 1977, and with recommen- dation for deletion of all off-site improvements required by the Public Works Department. Mr. Schindler explained that the property is located in the A-1 Zone. On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Miller, the recommendation of the Planning Commission was approved by AYE votes of all present. 16 . Tract No. 8049 - Jack Bennett and John Tuttle - Final Approval All requirements as outlined in Council minutes dated February 20, 1973, having been complied with, it is the recommendation of the Planning Department that final approval be granted for Tract No. 8049 . On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Elliott, this rnr-nmmc-_n(I;:i-Ficin of tht- Pl ;:)nnina T)(znirt-_m,-nf- wn-, annrovpd by AVE vr)t-p,-; mens at tnis time on eitner srae or the sLr_eeu on wnicn, r,rie or(_ casting company plans to construe, a broadcasting station and off and which will be 150 feet back from the street.. The Advisory Committee agreed to permit the signing of the instal agreement for street lights, curbs and gutters, and sidewalks, by recommended the street widening at this time. Mr. James eemizee the cost which approached $30, 000 for the overall off-site improv; This was discussed at length . Mr . Shefchik explained that the wa line is not adquate for fire protection as it presently exists ar % added that the City will reimburse Mr. James for the difference h the 8--inch water line and the 12-inch water line which is requirE be installed on Lugonia Avenue. Following this discussiin, on me of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Elliott, approval wz given for the installation agreement to apply to the curbs, guttE widening, and lights which will be installed at a later date when adjacent properties have developed. This motion was approved by votes of the following: AYES : Councilmembers Miller, Elliott; Mayor DeMirjyn NOES : None ABSENT:: Councilwoman Grace ABSTAIN: Councilman Knudsen 1 . A resident at 24 South Eureka Street addressed Council concerninc desire to establish a furniture boutique in her home at this locz Mr. Schindler stated that he had originally tried to arrange for home occupation permit at this address, but this did not suit unc the requirements of the ordinance. He stated that the property i presently zoned transitional, and outlined the procedures necessE The applicant would obtain A-P Zoning for the property, then a commission determination concerning the use, and then a condition use permit. The applicant was advised to discuss this matter wit the Planning Department for the requirements of Zoning ordinance 1000 . AGRICULTURAL, PRESERVE The last, item considered by the Planning Commission onjune 14, 1� was a flood of applications for removal of land from the Agricult Preserve. The Commission received a report on the history of anc procedures connected with the Agricultural Preserve which was est lisped essentially to aid owners in preserving the limited supply agricultural land by a tax advantage which was provided in conne( with the Williamson Act. Following their consideration, the Planning Commission unanimous' voted to recommend that the Agricultural Preserve be abolished. Prior to handling the agenda for this days meeting, the Council received a presentation on the "Agricultural Preserve - Williams( Act" by Miss Judy Zak. She outlined the requirements for withdrz from the Preserve by the filing of a notice of non-renewal; and t requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. She as gave a specific example of the tax differential upon non-renewal, Mr . Knudsen added that the present contracts renew every year an( extend for a period of ten years, and pointed out that there are only about 400 acres under contract wihin the City of Redlands, l there is a vast amount of property in the Agricultural Preserve. Mayor DeMirjyn stated that the Council had been polled and that i concurred in the wish that properties whose owners wished to remr in the preserve may do so, and those owners who wished to be witl may do so. Mr. Schindler explained that there are applications for twelve rc from three different regions, and added that some properties wil' have significant; environmental effect on the adjacent properties . Mr. Brown addressed Council in behalf of the owners who wish to continue their property in the Agricultural Preserve, and urged Council not to abandon the procedure . He added that the price of land will be affected by the development and the taxes for Agriculture Property will go up and for this reason he did not want the City to abandon the Pre- serve . Following this presentation, Mr. Schindler acknowledge Miss Zak' s participation in the grant application for the Public Works funds which will be used for sewer installation in Marigold Farms . Council con- curred in acknowledgement and also thanked Mr. Schindler for his efforts . Folowing the regular agenda, the Council again returned to the Agri- cultural Preserve matter. Mr. Jim Coffin addressed Council concerning property of C-Y Development Company for which is firm has requested removal from the Agricultural Preserve. Mr . Coffin stated that the action at the last Commission meeting was not satisfactory for his needs . Agricultural Preserve removal procedures and the environmental review requirements were discussed again. Mr. Schindler explained that the environmental review may determine "no effect, " "some effect, but mitigating circumstances, " or may determine that the change "may have an adverse effect on the environment. " The latter determination would require an Environmental Impact Review. Following this discussion, Council recommended that Mr . Coffin discuss the matter with Mr. Schindler and Mr. Taylor. There being no further business, the Planning Commission meeting was adjourned. The Council will next hold a Redevelopment meeting, and then a Personnel Session. Traffic Commission - Councilman Elliott explained that the Police .cation Department has submitted requests for stop signs following a traffic 3367 study, and that these were contained in Resolution No. 3367 . He moved Signs for adoption of this resolution, motion was seconded by Councilman Miller and adopted by AYE votes of all present. ,q2using Commission - Dr Miller stated that the Housing Commission received the resignation of Mrs . Emilie Perenchio from the commission. The Council accepted her resignation with regret and directed that a letter of appreciation to Mrs . Perenchio be sent over the Mayor' s signature. Public Works Commission - Councilman Knudsen commended the Public Works Commission members for the time and effort they have devoted developing a schedule of fees to be charged developers of new lots within the City . These charges will be used to provide a Capital Improvement Fund for Water and a Capital Improvement Fund for Sewer. Mr Knudsen explained that it was the opinion of the Commission and himself that additional new development will necessitate addi- tional water and sewer facilities, and funds for these future needs should be provided, at least in part, by the developments which bring n'k ni i F -Fk n n n ra A Vrn I 1 nv.7 4 n rr 1� 4 �-F A 4 t- .,,c-, r n On-"-4 1 4-k-,4- on mo ion oi uounciiman Anuasen, seconaeu Dy k_:ounciiman iviiiier, AYE votes of all present. COMMUNICATIONS Appointments - Airport Advisory Board. On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Miller, Mr. Dudley Ketcherside -v Appointment appointed to the Airport Advisory Board to replace Mr. Joseph SI who resigned recently. Letters of appreciation to Mr . Stuart f( service and one informing Mr. Ketcherside of his appointment wi.* sent over the Mayor's signature. Council briefly discussed the problem of badly torn-up streets j suiting from development which cause traffic hazards and inconv( for residents in the areas of new home construction, and referr( particularly to the area at Terracina Boulevard and Cypress Aver Mr. Shefchik explained that a contractor has within 60 days fror issuing of the license to complete street work. Council discus! the possibility of requiring a cash deposit, setting up a time j and assuring proper consideration for the residents - The matte] referred to staff for recommendations . NEW BUSINESS On motion of Councilman Elliott, seconded by Councilman Miller, Resolution No . 3365, a resolution of the City of Redlands amend' ResolutionSalary Resolution No. 3360 and realigning of Park Department sa- No. 3365 Salary structure was approved. By the same motion, a temporary, rotat: potion in the Police Department was approved to be handled admit tratively . CITY MANAGER Acting City Manager Archbold presented a contract between Lynn I and the City of Redlands for consultant services at the Joslyn Joslyn Center- On motion of Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Senior Knudsen, the contract was approved with the City Manager author: Center Consultant to sign in behalf of the City. Terms of the contract shall be Contract July 1, 1977, to June 2, 1978; contractor shall pay $9.00 per he for 768 hours of work totaling $6, 912 .00 payable semi-annually the period of this contract. Mr. Archbold presented an agreement for loan and repayment betw( City and the Redevelopment Agency to provide the Agency with ad( cash flow and requested authorization for the Mayor to sign in I City-Agency of the City and the Agency . Loan Agreement Mr. Archbold stated that the maximum amount would not exceed $1, 000, 000 . Approval of the agreement and authorization for tho to sign in behalf of the City was given by AYE votes of all pre, nn mnt-i r)n of ( niin(-i I rn An Mi 11 R-r_ 'hv (-rminr-i I m;;n F.11 i nff - aPPLUVUU as UUSUL-LrUUU ray -iXn VuLes Q1 all present. The Underground Utilities Advisory Committee of the City of Redlands recommended that the City establish Underground Utilities District No. 5 in the vacinity of the San Bernardino County Museum in conjunction with the County of San Bernardino. on motion of Councilman Miller, jround seconded by Councilman Knudsen, approval of this recommendation and Aes authorization to hold a public hearing on July 5, 1977, was given Lct following the assurance by Mr. Shefchik that the City of Redlands ' Rules-20 funds will not be involved in this underground district. This motion was approved by AYE votes of all present. The public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at 7 :00 P .M. on Tuesday, July 5, 1977 . On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Elliott, of Council accepted a Grant of Easement from R. P. Kling and D. M. Kling ?nt for access, bridle trail, drainage, and utility purposes in connection with Minor Subdivision No. 22, to comply with City requirements . Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Com- mittee. There being no further business, the Council adjourned, on motion, at 8 :00 P .M. Next regular meeting, July 5, 1977 . �&k Mayor'16f /,6ht- CIY�,, 9�t 'Rea I'S