HomeMy WebLinkAbout04041978-cc_CCv0001.pdf MIN BS of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held .in
Council. Chambers, Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, on April 4, 191
7 :00 P.M.
Planning Items 3 :00 P.M.
PRESENT: Oddie J. Martinez, Jr . , Mayor
Chreten M. Knudsen, Nice Mayor
Charles C. DeMirjyn, Councilman
Warren R. Elliott, Councilman
Barbara Cram Riordan, Councilman
Robert H. Mitchell, City Manager
Bruce Atkins, Attorney
Peggy A. Moseley, City Clerk
Erwin S . Hein, Redlands Daily Facts
c ion six years as me Assistant tanager or tiiiisiae uemezery.
.cites Mayer Martinez also called Daniel Beltran, Jr. , Louis Geusen, Walter Harri-
son, William Murray, and Paul Simpson forward to the podium and awarded each;
a. Certificate of Completion of California State Certified Fare Training .
This course included 240 hours of instruction, testing and actual faire fight-
ing experience.
Councilman Elliott brought to the City Clerk' s attention a mistake in the
name of one of the Councilmen on the Civic Day information sheet. A note
of apology and a corrected copy of the minutes will be sent to Steve Dorney.,
His name will be corrected in the minute book.
NEARING
As this was the time and the place set for public hearing on Precise Street
Plan No. 20, Mayor Martinez opened the meeting as a public hearing for any
.ion questions or comments concerning this precise street plan. The plan estab- "
451 lishes a specific street plan for properties located adjacent to and south
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of the bluff on the Santa Ana River between Church and Judson Streets . No
. 20 comments being forthcoming, Mayor Martinez closed the public hearing. Reso-
lution No. 3451, a resolution of the City Council adopting Precise Street
Plan No. 20, was unanimously adopted on motion of Councilman DeMj_rjyn, sec-
onded by Councilman Knudsen.
;ION RECOMMENDATIONS
Planning Commission recommendations as considered by the City Council at a
regular meeting thereof held on April 4, 1978, at 3 :00 P.M.
Councilmembers DeMirjyn, Elliott, Riordan; Mayor Martinez; Attorney Bruce
Atkins (Vice Mayor Knudsen arrived as noted in the minutes)
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Commission Review and A royal No. 3a9 - i.11i.am and Shirle Marie Sack.
The Planning Commission denied the request for permission to construct a
twelve to fifteen foot high fend: to enclose a tennis court at 1055 Calle
de Las Palmas at their meeting of March 28, 1978. An appeal_ to this denial.
was :Filed in the office of the City Clerk and presented at this time to the
Council by Planning Director Schindler . Following brief discussion, on
motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Elliott, consideration
of this request for a reversal of the Planning Commission decision will be
held on April. 1.8, 1.978, at 3 :00 P.M.
R.P.C. No. 473 - Zone Chan e No, 1.98 - Citv of Redlands
That R.P.C. No. 473, a resolution of the Planning Commission for adoption
of Zone Change No. 198, a change of zone from A-1 (Agriculture) to F--P
(Flood Plain) , R-1 (Residential) , and 0 (Open Land) ; R-1 (Residential) to
F-P (Flood Plain) ; and E (Educational) to F-P (Flood Plain) for property
generally bounded by Dearborn Street, Wabash Avenue, Southern Pacific Rail-
road, and. Citrus Avenue, be approved. These are residual parcels remaining
after previous zone changes. Following discussion, on motion of Councilman
DeMirjyn, seconded. by Councilman Riordan, R.P.C. No . 473 was approved by
the City Council by AYE votes of all present.
Community Development Director Schindler recommended that the Counci
consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission today, but to
matter to allow time for negotiations between the applicant for Comm
Review and approval. No. 381, Vanguard Investments, and the appellant
Mirau. On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Ell
this recommendation of the Planning Director was accepted.
During the discussion of the Citrus Village property, Mr.. Schindler
the number of times installation of the sidewalk along Redlands Boul
adjacent to the Citrus Village property, has been considered during
seven years . The 'Traffic Commission, Park Commission, Planning Comm
and a five-member advisory Board have all recommended that the sidew
installed to complete the property appearance and give pedestrian sa
particularly for students .
4. Commission Review and A22roval No. 378 - games C. Coffin
The water line requirement under this Commission. Review and Approval
portion of the Public Works requirements was discussed briefly* In
to Mr. Martinez ' question, Public Works Director Shefchik explained
the requirement for an eight-inch line is being made in order to upg
fire protection system. He added that the fire fighting capacity fo
building would be impaired if this is not done.
No Council action was necessary for the Conditional Review and Appro
this time.
5. 'Tract No. 9756 - Melco Construction Co. - Final Approval
All requirements as outlined in Council minutes dated June 21, 1977,
been complied with, it is the recommendation of the Planning Departm
final approval be given 'Tract No. 9756 . On motion of Councilman DeM
seconded by Councilman Elliott, this recommendation of the Planning
ment was approved by AYE votes of all present.
6. C.U;P. No. 263 - William Buster Jr. - Time Extension
On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Riordan, a
for a one year time-extension by William Buster for Conditional Use
No, 263 was approved by AYE votes of all present.
7. 'Tract No . 9961 and C.U.P. No. 273, Phase 11 - R. E. Seleine and W. P
Final Approval
All requirements as outlined in Council minutes dated November 1, 19
Conditional Use Permit No. 273, Phase 11, and 'Tract No. 9961 having
completed, it is the recommendation of the Planning Department that
approval be given. On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Co
Elliott, this approval was given by AYE votes of all present.
8. Conditional Use Permit No, 296 - Mr. and Mrs . Frederick Wiles - Appe
At the Planning Commission meeting of March 14, 1978, a requestfor
sign to establish a Group Care Home at 703 Nest Olive avenue was den
At this time, Council will consider a request for reversal of this d
Dr .. Joseph Haid of 701 West Olive Avenue, a Clinical Pharmacist at P
State Hospital, spoke for himself and his neighbors against the use
property for the purpose of a Group Care Home. He cited the limited
the house and lot, the busy location, and the small yard space for e
and use of the residents . Margaret Huckaby of 218 South Center Stre
spoke against this proposed use due to the close quarters for patien
pointed out that this use does not have neighborhood acceptance.
M VrNiiA rxn ear1F esr r ! €a t'ns v r i 1 f� am1 e�rC ai �� L3 Ai
Barbara Wessell and Susan Hoyt who gave a comprhensive explanation of the
four categories of developmental-handicapped people; Ruby Goldie, operator
of two Board and Gare Names ; Beth Erickson of Santa Ana; and Charles Sorenson.
Following lengthy discussion and a description of the manner in which.. the
City of Redlands has brought about successful establishment of homes for
boys by locating these homes in acceptable and accepting neighborhoods,
Councilman Knudsen made the following motion: That the Council uphold the
decision of the Planning Commission and disapprove this use for this parti-
cular property in this neighborhood, not for all of Redlands, but for this
particular property. The motion was seconded by Councilman Elliott, and
unanimously adopted by the City Council .
There being no further business, Council adjourned to a personnel session
to immediately follow the Redevelopment Agency meeting.
Recreation Commission - will meet April 13, 1978, at 7 :00 A.M. in the
Joslyn Senior Center.
Public Works Commission - will meet on Monday, April 10, 1978, at 3 :30 P.M
in the Conference Chambers .
` 'IONS AND PETITIONS
Four applications and petitions were unanimously approved on motion of
Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, as follows .
1* Permission for American Cancer Society Crusade Month in Redlands .
2. Waiver of a business license for Art Show by the Redlands Art Association:
for May 7, 1978.
. Use of the Redlands Bowl Saturday, July 8, 1978 for Annual Benefit Show
by the .Redlands Police Officers Association.
4. Waiver of a business license for a rummage sale on Saturday, April 15,
1978 at John Knox Mall by the Redlands Playschool.
.CATIONS
Mayor Martinez presented a request for a proclamation supporting California's
Forgotten Victims . Unanimous Council approval was given this proclamation.
Councilman Knudsen announced several meetings tomorrow, April 5th with
OMNITRANS concerning funding for Route 30, consideration of unmet transit
needs and Ilial-a-Ride Development..
Councilman Riordan commended Chief Brickley for the fine P.A.L. athletic
program last Saturday with the boxing participation and demonstrations.
She requested that letters of appreciation be sent by the Council and.. re-
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quested Chief Brickley to furnish the names of the participants who contrib--:
uted to the success of the occasion.
LIED BUSINESS
Ordinance No. 1641, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Ordin_,
ance Code and Ordinance No. 1026, whish permits Bingo Games within the City,
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the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended. Mr. M
Resolution briefly explained the scope of this resolution which has been severer
No.. 3438 in the planning stage.
California
n irca zmen aLuncilman Elliott suggested delaying the adoption of this resolufio
Quality
Act allow more time for a study, and Mayor Martinez agreed that this wou
desirable if there is no urgency.
Mr. Schindler pointed out that the present law was adopted by the St
C'ali.forn is on January 1, 1978, and the City should be conforming to
law now. lie added that this relates to applications which will be c
to the Planning Department due to the removal of the moratorium. Fo
further discussion, on motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Cou
Riordan, Resolution No. 3438 was adopted by the following roll call
AYES : Councilmembers Knudsen, DeMirjyn, Riordan
NOES : Councilmembers Elliott; Mayor Martinez
ABSENTNone
Resolution Resolution No. 3458, a resolution to consolidate the action taken in
No. 3458 tion Nos . 3377, 3396, 3418, 3427, 3430, and 3441 and affecting minor
Salary; in the Cemetery, Park, Police, and Recreation .Departments, was unani
Consol datioaadopted on motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Ell
Ordinance Ordinance No . 1643, an ordi.nace of the City Council amending the Ord
No, 1643 Code to add an infraction violation and penalty to the Redlands Ordi
Infraction
Violation & Code, was given first reading of the title and laid over under the r
Penalty
with second reading set for April 18, 1978.
Also given first reading was Ordinance No. 1645, an ordinance aendi
Ordinance Ordinance No. 1635 which established the regulations dealing with th
No. 1645
Yard sales . Second reading of this ordinance is set: for April 18, 1978.
Sales
Mrs .. Anne Curtis of 920 Cajon Street spoke briefly concerning the or
CITY MANAGER
Mr. Mitchell brought to Council two requests from the Board of Direc
the Business Improvement. District:
(1) That the Board of Parking Place Commission be reactivated.
Parking (2) That the City proceed: with the improveient of Parking Lot 3, in
Lot No:. 3 removal of the building on it.
Parking Toot No, 3 was discussed at; length. Councilman DeMirjyn move
staff be directed to obtain cost estimates for improvement of this 1
including demolition of the building, as soon as possible.
The decking of Parking Lot No. 2 was also discussed. Mr . Gene Malor
chairman of the Board of Parking Place Commission, addressed Council
and adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES : Councilmembers Elliott, Riordan; Mayor Martinez
NOES : Councilmembers Knudsen, DeMirjyn
ABSENT: None
On motion of Councilman DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilman Knudsen, approval
B was given to a transfer of ownership of a contract of Option B Water in the
t names of games A. and Linda K. Faughn as joint tenants with the Security
Pacific National Bank.
City Manager Mitchell reported on the work he and Mr . Taylor were authorized
d to do on the Lockheed property. He stated that the appraised price was
established at. $750 .00 per acre for the land underlying the buildings. Mr.
ent Mitchell then presented the Fourth Amendment to the Lockheed Aircraft torpor-
ation Lease and requested Council approval. Following brief discussion, on
motion of Councilman :Knudsen, seconded by Councilman Riordan, unanimous
Council approval was given the Fourth. Amendment of the Lockheed Lease.
Mr. John Creatura representing the Highland Company requested information
on the north boundary line of this property. Mr . Mitchell replied that a
legal description of this boundary had been delivered to Mr. John Okkerse.
City Manager Mitchell presented a plan to incorporate the Dial.-a-Ride ser-
vice to supplement the present bus service. He explained that this service
would be available between the hours of ten and four and would replace two
of the buses during those hours . Mr . Mitchell, briefly touched on the co --
plication of transferring funds to OMNITRANS from SCAG and stated that this
Ride service would not be immediately forthcoming.
Mr. games Celano of 821 Lytle Street described his experience during the
last two years in working on this program for the City and the Chamber.
Mrs . Betty Petersen of 1358 Paige Lane read a letter from the ABLE Committee
urging the City to proceed with this program, also speaking was Mr. Francis
Riley of 217 East Colton Avenue. Mr. Riley stated that it was his opinion
that all of the handicapped would not: be able to avail themselves of the
Dial-a-Ride service. On motion of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Council-
man Riordan, the staff was authorized to proceed as outlined above, includ-
ing the ABLE recommendations.
Mr. Mitchell explained the desirability of going to bid for 128 units for
11 the northside lighting project in connection with $113, 517.00 in Community
ide Block. Grant funds . Mr. Mitchell stressed that a total of 128 street lights
g would be efficiently utilized and would provide and upgrade lighting in the
area bounded by Texas, Colton, Pennsylvania, and Herald Streets. On motion,
of Councilman Knudsen, seconded by Councilman DeMirjyn, the City Clerk was
authorized to advertise for bids for the ,installation of street lighting.
Mayor Martinez announced, for information purposes, that the Council
receive packets of detailed material on the Friday prior to the Cou
Council. meetings . This allows them to familiarise themselves with, and stud
Procedure business to be considered at the Council meetings . Information is a
made available to the Councilmen on a continuing basis during the we
the Manager and staff.
Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Comm
There being no further business, the Council adjourned on motion, at
`ext regular meeting, April 18, 1978.
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