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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08051980-cc_CCv0001.pdf ggg MLNU 3 of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held in the Council. Chambers, Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, on August 5, 1980, at 7:00 P.M. Planning Items 3:00 P.M. PRESENT Charles G. DeMirjyn, Mayor James W. Gorman, Vice Mayor Barbara Cram Riordan, Councilmember Ken Roth, Councilmember Chris C. Christiansen, City Manager Edward F. Taylor, City Attorney Larrie Poyzer, Deputy City Clerk Ted Randolph, Redlands Daily Facts Skye Dent, The Sun ABSENT Oddie J. Martinez, Jr. , Councilmember The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance, followed by the invocation by Reverend Martin zylstra of the Highland Avenue Christian Reformed Church. Minutes of the regular meeting of July 15, 1980, were approved as amended by including the following motion under. Unfinished business concerning General Plan Amendment No. 23-A: "Councilman Riordan commended the committee for their work and moved to refer the matter to the Planning Commission for the August 12th meeting. Motion. was seconded by Council- man Martinez and adopted by AYE votes of all present." BID The following bids were opened and publicly declared at 2:00 P.M. on July 17, 1980 in the office of Planning and Community Development for exterior preservation of the A.K. Smiley Public Library: Claude P. Williams South Gate, California $119,611.00 Bid Award Williams Waterproofing h Alhambra, California $154.214.00 INSmilez At this time, it is the recommendation that award be made to the low, Library qualified bid in the amount of $119,611.00 to Claude P. Williams of South Preservation Gate conditional upon approval of the contractor by the Los Angeles Hous- i.nq and Urban Development office. On motion of Councilman Riordan, seconded by Councilman Roth, Council approval was given by AYE votes of all present to the award of the exterior preservation of the A. K. Smiley Library to Claude P. Williams, South Gate, in the amount. of $119,611.00. PUBLIC:HEARINGS Public hearing was advertised for this time and place on Ordinance ,No. 1730, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Redlands Ordin- e ordinance ance Code and adopting the 1979 edition of the Uniform Fire Code. Mayor No. 1730 DeMirjyn declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions Uniform or comments concerning this amendment to the Code. None being forth- Fire coming, the public hearing was declared closed, and ordinance No. 1730 Code was adopted, with waiver of the reading of the ordinance in full., on k motion of Councilman Gorman, seconded by Councilman Roth, by the follow- ing roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Gorman, Riordan, Roth, Mayor DeMirjyn NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember Martinez ORAL PETITIONS FROM THE FLOOR Mr. Dave Velasco, 528 Fifth Street, received a letter from the Planning Department regarding a zone violation and requested Council permission Zone to keep four chickens and three ducks on his property in the iM-1 Zone. Violation Council concurred with this request on the condition that Mr. Velasco not keep the rooster and that no further complaints were received from the neighbors. Speaking against the school impaction fees having to be paid by i,.ndivid- uals building their own homes were Don Wallace, 1251 Lugonia Avenue, who is building a home in Mentone; Ernest Mendoza, 2819 Mill Creek Road, Mentone; R. A. Moore, 1740 Rossmont Drive; and Tony West, 321.88 Bon View Drive, Mentone. Councilman Riordan stated the Council is actively work- ing on the problem and realizes that without school bonds there is nogg longer an equitable way to resolve it. Councilman Gorman pointed out that Proposition "R" addresses mitigation in many ways but does not pre- clude or exempt anyone in an impaction or emergency situation. Mr. Moore recommended Council amend Resolution No. 3645 by adopting the formula School' used by San Bernardino County which he felt would make the fees more Impaction equitable. Mrs. Riordan stated she would not make a decision on a form- Fee ula until she had time to study it. Following Council discussion with r members of the audience, Councilman Gorman made the following motion: "After considerable observation and study of the school impaction issues,: I have become convinced of the need for clarification of and revision to the manner in which impaction is declared, considered, concurred with, and potentially mitigated. I, therefore, recommend to the Council that the staff in conjunction with the school administration; (1) prepare an ordinance dealing specifically with school impaction issues; and (2) that: the city staff prepare an ordinance replacing Section 1V of City Ordin- ance 1680 to provide consistency with the prior change. I have, provided i a suggested text for that revision. I so move, requesting that these ordinances be available, if possible, for first reading at the first Council meeting in September." Councilman Riordan seconded the motion stating consistency with the County was very important and that Council must work with the school district. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Gorman, Riordan, Rath NOES: None ABSTAIN: Mayor DeMirjyn ABSENT: Councilmember Martinez CC7KMISSION REPORTS { Planning Department recommendations as considered by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 1980, at 3:00 P.M. Present: Councilmembers Carman, Riordan, Roth, Mayor DeMirjyn; Bruce C. Atkins Attorney Kb sent:' Councilmember Martinez Mayor DeMirjyn extended greetings in the form of a proclamation to Ranier ' Traub, trainer for a German soccer team who was present in the audience. The team is visiting the United States and is presently playing at the University of Redlands. For the past year and a half team members have been earning money to make this trip and extended their gratitude for the hospitality shown them during their visit with the presentation of a plaque. 1. Minor_ Subdivision No. 86 - Petersen Publishing Company/Lois Dauer - Final Approval All requirements as outlined in Council minutes dated May 20, 1980, having been complied with, it is the recommendation of the Planning Department that final approval be given Minor Subdivision No. 86. On motion of Councilman Riordan, seconded by Councilman Gorman, this recommendation of the Planning Department was approved by AYE votes of all present. 2. "_Minor Subdivision No. 91 - Livinciston-Graham-Final Approval �- All requirements as outlined in Council minutes dated. June 17, 1980, hav- ing been complied with, it is the recommendation of the Planning Depart- ment that final approval be given Minor Subdivision No. 91. On motion of Coin-icilman Gorman, seconded by Councilman Roth, this recommendation of the Planning Department was approved by AYE votes of all present. 3. Temporary Trailer Permit - Teledyne Battery Products - Time Extension On motion of Councilman Riordan, seconded by Councilman Roth, Teledyne Battery Products was granted a time extension to September 1, 1981, to maintain a temporary office trailer on their property. Council requested 0 staff to meet withrepresentatives from 'Teledyne to discuss expansion plans being considered by this company. 4. Tract No. 9870 - Messrs. Thomas Miller Sr. & Jr. Mr. Thomas Miller, Jr. , read a letter to Council concerning the situation on the development of Tract No. 9870 and requested Council refer their project to staff for reconsideration. Mr. Thomas Miller, Sr. , stated their tract is already enhancing the area by reducing the fire hazard and the installation of water and sewer lines and a $35,000.00 storm drain which will help with the mud and water flow in the area. Oscar Montez, engineer for the Millers, pointed out the unfairness of the minus ten. allocation for drainage with no consideration given for the drain improve- ments. Mr. Pat Dohurn, purchaser of one of the lots, also spoke concern- ing the intent and wording of Proposition "R." Director of Public Works Donnelly stated it would be an advantage to the City if the storm drain was completed before this winter as the old drain ties been filled in during the grading of the subdivision, Councilman Gorman pointed out that Ordinance No. 1.717 provides for extra points for the sale of individual lots, but the major problem with this subdivision is the drainage and he sees no way to circumvent the Zanja drainage. Michael Atencio, Community Planner, pointed out that three other lot-sale projects have been approved under the Proposition "R" Point Allocation System. Council concurred that exemption of this tract would be contrary to what the City has consistently held to. i Following lengthy discussion between Council, staff, and the applicants concerning lot-sale projects under Proposition "R," the drainage situatior and dates the application was submitted, Councilman Roth moved that this item be tabled and returned to staff for a report which would include dates. Councilman Riordan seconded and motion carried by AYE votes of all present. 5, Minor Subdivision No. 73 - Thomas Elliott - Time Extension On motion of Councilman Riordan, seconded by Councilman Roth, approval fol a time extension of one year to August 21, 1981, was given for Minor Sub_ division No. 73 contingent on the fact that the weeds are down. There being no further. business, Council adjourned to a personnel session. i COMMISSION REPORTS (Continued) Park Commission - will not be meeting in August Housing Commission - meets on the second Thursday of the: month at 8:070 P.M. in Council Chambers. Traffic Commission - On motion of Councilman Riordan, seconded by Council- man Roth, the following resolutions setting speed zones were adopted by AYE votes of all present: Resolution No. 3696, a resolution of the City Resolutions Council setting a 35 MPH speed limit on Garden Street between Cajon Street and Mariposa Drive; Resolution No. 3697, a resolution of the City Council Nos. '3696- setting a 30 MPH speed limit on Olive Avenue between Citrus Avenue and 3699 San Mateo Street and 35 MPH between San Mateo Street. and Terracina Boule-' Speed Zones vard; Resolution No. 3698, a resolution of the City Council setting a 30 , MPH speed limit on Grove Street between Citrus Avenue and Highland Avenue and installing a 20 MPH advisory sign for the curve just south of: Morr:i.soll Drive for both directions of travel; and Resolution No. 3609, a resolution of the City Council setting a 30 MPH speed limit on Center Street between State Street and Palm Avenue and 35 MPH between Palm and Crescent Avenue. ;' Resolution Resolution No. 3701, a resolution of the City Council directing the Re Re3701 Traffic Engineer to establish a red zone on the west side of Sixth Streets between the entrance into the parking structure and the alley south of Red Zone Citrus Avenue, was adopted by AYE votes of all present on motion of Councilman Gorman, seconded by Councilman Riordan. Recreation Commission - no meeting in August Historic and Scenic Preservation Commission - meets on the second Tuesday'', of the month at 7:O0 P.M. in Provident Federal Savings and Moan. On motion of Councilman Roth, seconded by Councilman C,orman, the following people were appointed to commissions: Public Works: Robert Mitchell for a three-year term to replace John Munn; Traffic Commission: Steve Cretin-, ger, who was introduced from the audience, for a four-year term to replace^. Mrs. Lee Harris; Airport Advisory Board: Dave Sevel for a Fonar-year term Appointments to replace Dudley Retcherside and Bill Whitehurst for a four-year term to replace Roy Sheeley; Board of Appeals: Bob Sanborn for a Five-year N term to replace Harold Grandy and Carrel Crane for a five year term to replace Leonard Tharaldson; and Housing Commission. Larry Powell for a four.-year term to replace Dan Gonzalez. Letters of appointment and appreciation will be sent under the Mayor's signature. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS A petition containing 203 signatures, of which 1.37 were. Redlands' residents, was presented to the, City Council requesting the City to take positive steps to seek and maintain a permanent nutrition site for senior citizens; Mr. Larry Barrett, 1374 Olivine, Mentone, speaking for the petitioners stated they felt that Joslyn Senior Center could be expanded to handle a nutrition site which would be centrally located. Mabel, Jones, repre- Senior senting the Seniors' Nutrition Program in San Bernardino County, pointed Citizens out that under the Older American Act a community focus point is encour- Nutrition Site aged for a centrallylocated center for the services available, and recom mended Council apply to the Board of Supervisors for federal. grant funds to build a multi-purpose senior center. Scott Showler, speaking for the Salvation Army where the nutrition program was located before remodelling took palce, stated they are ready and will- ing to provide the site for this program at this time. Mr. Barrett responded that the facilities at the Salvation Army are not large erlcaugh. Norris Kuite, Dick Zahn, and Betty Petersen, members of the Joslyn Advis-' cry Board, explained reasons the program could not be handled at the Joslyn Senior Center; such as: building not large enough and no property! available for expansion, limited parking, other organizations already scheduled for use of assembly room, lack of kitchen facilities and insufficient venting of kitchen orders, no transportation for handicappedc wear and tear on furniture, and insufficient waiting area. APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS (Continued) Lucia Wheeler stated she felt the program was being handled satisfactorily! at Knox Hall in the Presbyterian Church and there was no need for a new Senior building. Citizens Nutrition Stating Council needs to know more about nutrition sites and the total Site program, including maintenance costs, Councilman Riordan moved that Counci study this matter and come back at its earliest convenience with recommen- dations. Motion seconded by Councilman Gorman and carried by AYE votes of all present. Mr. Lawrence J. Ryan, Friendly Cab and Charter Company, 110 East Lugonia Avenue, requested a license for a taxi franchise with two cabs and a handicapped van, presented a chart showing area population and size in comparison to cab companies in surrounding communities and stated he felt the City could support two small cab companies. In answer to Council questions, Mr. Sam Vasquez, owner of the Town and Country Cab in Redlands, reported he averages eighteen calls a day for Taxi � service in the City. He operates two cabs and has another car which he Franchise se can put ;into operation when there is enough business to support it. David Cuff, working with Mr. Vasquez, felt two cab companies could not survive in Redlands at this time. Both gentlemen stated they are applying for the Greyhound I3us franchise in Redlands. Mrs. Jane Hillsen, 12 Orange Street, said free enterprise is the American way and competition is good, and feels the City is growling and in need of the bus and taxi services, especially at night. Mayor DeMirjyn cautioned Council to study this request carefully. Council man Riordan felt competition would be good for both companies and moved to issue a license to Friendly Cab and Charter Company until February 1, 1081, at which time financial figures are to be provided for Council review. Motion seconded by Councilman Roth and carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Gorman, Riordan, Roth NOES: Mayor DeMirjyn ABSENT: Councilmombe.r Martinez On motion of Councilman Riordan, seconded by Councilman Roth, Council License approved by AYE votes of all present the request of the Redlands Art Asso- waives ciation for a waiver of a business license and permission to sell for thei annual outdoor art show on October 11 and 12, 1.980, in Smiley Park adjaeen to City Hall. COMMUNICATIONS Mayor DeMirjyn announced he will be meeting with the attorney representing Mobile Some the owners of the Orange Grove Mobile Estates to discuss the recent 18.3 Rent percent rent increase. A member from the Golden Estates Mobile Homeowners and a resident from the park will also attend. A week ago last Thursday, Mayor DeMirjyn investigated a complaint about t1i ;gyp water Caterairt water in the intersection at Alabama Street and Redlands Boulevard. A chemical. test proved it to be almost pure water, posing no danger. i COMMUNICATIONS (Continued) City Manager Christiansen reported our attempts to gain the right-of-way Flood '+ alongthe Southern Pacific Railway for flood control Control Y purposes are ,_aroc$res Right-of-Way sing. The City hopes to hear from the .Federal Lorne Loan Administration J in four to six weeks concerning our. application. Mr. Christiansen also reported a sub-committee to review the pump tax Pump Tax legislation has been created and has met once to date. The committee is Committee trying to come up with an appropriate program to present to the State Assembly Committee: in the fall. This program will be brought to Council next month for review. Council concurred to adjourn to Monday, August 18, 1980, at 7:00 P.M. in the Lyon's Gallery for a study session on the Paramedics Program. i NEW BUSINESS Resolution No. 3700, a resolution of the City Council adopting criteria Resolution and procedures for the evaluation of projects and the preparation of No. 3700 environmental documents for all projects pursuant to the California Envir-b C QA onmental (2uali.ty Act of 1970, as amended, was adopted.. by Ayr votes of all Requirements present on motion of Councilman Gorman, seconded by Councilman Riordan. The major changes pertain to time periods for action, processing of appli4 cations, exemptions, and requirements for Environmental Impact Reports. CITY MANAGER Museum Acres, developer of the State Farm Insurance Company's proposed Outside building on Orange Tree Lane, east of the County Museum, was granted a Water one and one-half inch water service subject to compliance with all Public ; Works requirements on motion of Councilman Riordan, seconded by Councilman Gorman, by AYE votes of all present. On motion of Councilman Riordan, seconded by Councilman Roth, the Park Grant Department was authorised to apply for a grant under the Roberti-l'berg Application Park Urban Open Space and Recreation Program to install a completely automatic ) Department irrigation system for Jennie Davis Park and the center strip on Brookside ) Avenue. A Declaration of Dedication from Thomas E. Henderson and Myrtle. E. Hender- Declaration son for street right-of-way on Eleventh Street in accordance with Commis- ? of sion Review and Approval No. 420 requirements was accepted by AYE votes Dedication of all present on motion of Councilman Gorman, seconded by Councilman Riordan. Declaration On motion of Councilman Gorman, seconded by Councilman Riordan, a Decl.ara7 of tion of Dedication was accepted by AYE votes of all present from Jeffrey Dedication S. Bleaman and Corliss R. Bleaman for street right-of-way on Colton Avenue, in accordance with Commission Review and Approval No. 430 requirements. Livingston-Graham, i.e. , Tri-City Concrete, is being merged into Gulf Tri-CiCy Western Industries and in accordance with our lease this change of. owner- ` Concrete Ownership ship is brought to Council's attention and the Mayor was authorized to Change ' sign the transfer certificates on behalf of the City in connection with this change of ownership. The City Clerk was authorized on motion of Councilman Roth, seconded by Bid Call Councilman Riordan, to advertise for bids for demolition °f the old Western Sixth Street Improvement Auto, Muscle. Mike's building, construction of Phase 3 of Parking Lot No.6 and improvements to Sixth Street adjacent to the parking lot. A CZTY ASNAGER (Continued) on recommendation of the Park Commission, Council authorized the Park Department to negotiate on a price to purchase a parcel of property on Fl Park Property the north side of Brookside Avenue, east: of Terracina Boulevard for park Acquisit_ion purposes on motion of Councilman Gorman, seconded by Councilman Riordan. The proposed site is in a planning study area for possible annexation in the near future. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. There being no further business, Council adjourned, on motion, at 9:40 P.N to a Paramedic's Study session on August 18, 1980, at 7:00 P.M. in the Lyons Gallery. Next regular meeting, August 19, 1980. ATTEST. Mayor of the City of, Mdlands' Deputy ;City 0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 t