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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01061987-cc_CCv0001.pdf }i?F a` fi @ iusv Y 4i 1 gg�, ��SSI ;:x R l�itu� r {"gsal�"a 73 Eli sti `t MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council, City of Redlands, held in the Council e {; Chambers, 212 Brookside Avenue, on January 6, 1987, at 3:00 P.M. a{'f ,FM;? PRESENT Carole Beswick, Mayor it I+j Richard N. Larsen, Mayor Pro Tem C+ kCharles G. DeMirjyn, Councilmember irQ `rim Johnson, Councilmember s'u+ Barbara C. Wormse:r, Counciimember t'jg z D s r. l; John E. Holmes, City Manager is SIR Dallas Holmes, City Attorney tli-j j Lorrie Poyzer, City Clerk r,'• l{fu Kevin Chaffee, Redlands Daily Facts" j Howard A. Ellis, The Sun i ABSENT None wu pas nx the meeting fwas o elwith an invocation delivered by Mayor Beswick followed by RM 1y� gv, pledgeallegiance. I s's sSai Minutes of the; special meeting of December 16, 1986, and the regular meeting of December 16, 1986, were approved as submitted. sl°a �p �d + ' Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. g,t i t PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT u+ Tentative Tract No. 13496 - Liz McClure h Councilmember DeMirjyn moved to approve the Environmental Review Committee'sa ,t Negative Declaration for Tentative Tract No. 13496 for the subdivision of 8,25 acres of land into 10 lots for property located on the east side of Allesandro Road, approximately 'U 1.90 foot north of Sunset Drive, R-E Zone, and directed staff to file and post a "Notice a h of Determination" in accordance with the City's guidelines. Motion seconded by F, Councramember Johnson and carried unanimously. 1 i Stating that Council finds that pursuant to Section 66473,r of the California Government y £; Code, Tentative Tract No. 13496 together with the provisions for its design and improvement is consistent with the City's General flan and any applicable specific lj plans; that none of the conditions provided in California Government Code Section ma 66474 exist on this and that pursuant to California Government Code. Section i.l map; rt 66474.6, the discharge of waste from this subdivision apparently will not result in 1 ;{ violation of existing requirements prescribed by the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality ' a 2h`s Control Board pursuant to Division 7 of the California Water Code, Councilmember l DeMirjyn moved to approve Tentative Tract No. 13496 based on the findings of the l i Planning Commission and subject to the recommendations of all departments as contained in Planning Commission minutes dated December 9, 1986. Motion seconded by :1 Councilmember Wormser, and following brief discussion regarding density slope, the j'g motion was unanimously adopted. �?s: l'ly pit AgAR, ricultural Preserves and Williamson Act j, v, Assistant Community Development Director Cozen reported the staff presented Council with an open space/greenbelt report at the November 18, 1986, Council meeting outlining jf it several benefits of greenbelts, different types of open space, anis a variety of ill£ i preservation techniques The Council requested consideration of several techniques CS �1iap' with a new Open Space Clement of the General Plan and the three specific pl ms now ," ik lj .1`ll 1 under way. Council also requested research in three specific areas for possible earlier adoption. At this time Mr. Cozen recommended the City Attorney be directed to prepare a modified resolution concerning agricultural preserve, removals and that staff prepare a written policy which would provide that the City would very narrowly interpret the requirements for cancellations of Williamson Act contracts. Councilmember Larsen felt this was a good start but wished to refer these recommendations to the Open Space Committee and our consultant, Mr. Dangermond. Mayor Beswick noted her concern that a strict agricultural preserve removal policy needed to be in place for the Planning Department's immediate use. Councilmember Larsen moved to direct this report to the x Open Space Committee and Mr. Dangermond. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wormser and carried by AYE votes of all present. Councilmember Johnson was riot present in the Chambers during this discussion because of a possible conflict of interest. Resolution No. 4210 Street Vacation No. 87 The Kelbert Fattnership Resolution No. 4210, a resolution of intention to vacate a portion of the intersection of Rancho Drive and Amigos Drive and setting the public hearing on this street vacation ,� for January 20, 1987,. at 7:00 P.M., was unanimously adopted on motion of Councilmember DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilmember Wormser. z Subdivision No. 1,3210 Gibraltar Community Builders Final Approval All requirements as contained in Council minutes dated May 6, 1986, having been compliedcr with, the Planning Division recommended that final approval be given Subdivision No. 13215. On motion of Councilmember DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilmember Wormser, this recommendation of the Planning Division was approved unanimously. .� Minor Subdivision No 162 - J J. Ramirez Following brief discussion regarding a ten foot dedication, Councilmember Johnson moved to rescind City Council action for Minor Subdivision No. 162 as contained in the minutes of September 2, 1986. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wormser and carried to unanimously. On motion of Councilmember Johnson, seconded by Councflmembrir a, Wormser, Conditions of Approval as noted in the City Council minutes dated September 2, 1986, for Minor Subdivision No. 162 were omitted by unanimous vote based on specific; findings of the Advisory Agency: „ . (a) 10 require improvements of the site as noted by the Public, Works Department, Utility Division and Community Services would be at such i cost that agricultural use would be economically unfeasible. (b) This property is capable of further subdivision and at that time improvement would be required. i (c:) Keeping the site in agricultural production is a benefit to the entire City. Stating that Council finds that pursuant to Section 66474.5 of the California Government t Code, Minor Subdivision No. 162, property located on the southwest corner of Citrus 't Avenue and Alabama Street, I-P Zone, together with the provisions for its design and improvement is consistent with the City's General Plan and any applicable specific plans; that none of the conditions provided in California Government Code Section 66474 exist on this map; and that pursuant to California Government Code, Section 66474.6, the discharge of waste from this subdivision apparently will not result in t violation of existing requirements prescribed by the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality 1 Control. Board pursuant to Division 7 of the California Water Code, Councilmo.nber Johnson moved to approve Minor Subdivision No. 162 based on the findings of the Planning Commission and subject to the recommendations of all departments as & contained in Planning Commission minutes dated July 22, 1986. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wormser and carried unanimously. COMMUNICATIONS p City Attorney Holmes responded to Councilmembcrs' inquiries and explained i<rilalementation r of the new amendments to the Brown Act, Mayor Beswick suggested that a Traffic Commission report be scheduled on the next Council Agenda, Councilmember Johnson suggested scheduling_ a discussion on a Library Board matter on the next Council agenda, Recreation On behalf of the Redlands Recreation Commission, Chairman Joe Gonzales. Jr wrote, Commission a letter of appreciation to Councilrnembers for their support of the Community Services Department, their programs and activities, and for allowing the necessary involvement of the Commission in the many functions currently provided. On behalf of the Council and citizens of Redlands, Mayor Beswick thanked the Recreation Commissioners for their efforts and actions. r 1�3. lZe Ward Mr. Tony Martinez requested that his communication regarding the establishment of System the ward system in Redlands be postponed to the January 20, 1987, evening session when he and his people could be present. Attorney Holmes suggested tabling this matter for a closed session in the future for a briefing on pending litigation. Oil rV motion of Councilmember DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilmember Wormser, this matter was unanimously continued to February 3, 1987. Councilmember Larsen suggested staff contact Mr. Martinez in the meantime for further information on this matter. Council recessed at 3:50 P.M. to a Redevelopment Agency meeting and reconvened at 3.51 P.M. to a closed session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters. Council reconverted at 7:05 P.M. v Award Community Services Director Rodriguez presented the Outstanding Layman's Service Award to Kay Mason for her long hours of voluntary work as a member of our Parks Kay Mason, Commission. 'Phis award was presented on behalf of the City of Redlands and the California Parks and Recreation Society. UNFINISHED BUSINESS ' Funds Community Services Director Rodriguez reported that during the past calendar year Council has been presented with various suggestions relative to the management of Cemetery Hillside Memorial Park. At this time staff is recommending that Council authorize Couselor funding from the Cemetery Reserve Account to hire a part-time cemetery counselor and to obtain professional services for engineering, design, and conceptual drawings Professional for additional spaces at Hillside Memorial Park. Following lengthy discussion, Services + Councilmember Larsen moved to appropriate from the Cemetery Reserve Account: k' $2,000.00 to hire a part-time cemetery counselor and authorize Requests for Proposals to obtain professional services for engineering, design, and conceptual drawings for additional spaces at Hillside Memorial Park and to report back to Council in six to eight weeks. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wormser and carried unanimously, Funds Several communications have been received expressing concern that the SCAQMD Appeals Board approved the Garb Oil tire recycling plant to be located in Rialto. On Monday. Oppose January 5, 1987, the Grand Terrace City Council met at a public briefing to discuss 'fire ways to prevent Garb Oil from building this plant. Attorneys from local counties and Burning cities and other city officials were present at this meeting to discuss filing an injunction Plant a xainst the plant. County supervisors and city officials must first approve plans to participate in the action and approve contributing funds to hire the law firm of Best, 4' Best and Krieger to represent the various cities and counties. In accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2, Councilmember Larsen moved to take action on this matter which arose subsequent to the agenda being posted as specified in the Government { Code. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wormser and carried unanimously. Councilmember Larsen moved to contribute $5,000.00 for legal fees to oppose the permit for this Lire burning plant. Motion seconded by Councilmember DeMirjyn and carried unanimously. Councilmember Johnson suggested contacting SCAG for this input and support. 124 Contract On motion of Councilmember Larsen, seconded by Councilmember DeMirjyn, a contract between San Bernardino County Department of Environmental Health Services and the Hazardous3 City of Redlands for the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center was unanimously SRI Waste approved and the Mayor authorized to sign the contract on behalf of the City. Fire Chief Mills reported that the center is expected to be on line the first of February. Council suggested an article be prepared by the Western Cities magazine. NEW BUSINESS Appointments Mayor Beswick expressed great pride in the quality of the 20 applicants for the newly- formed Cultural Arts Commission. The Community Services Department has recommended No Cultural Arts that this commission function with subcommittees such as the Parks Commission does. Commission Mayor Beswick asked that Council appoint seven members to the Commission and that these members organize into subcommittees using the: remaining applicants for a pool to extract from. In selecting who would serve on the Cultural Arts Commission, the following criteria was followed: not already a leader in another organization and possessing a broad spectrum of arts and business sense Council concurred with the 4 ;Mayor's suggestion as to the organizational aspect of the usage of subcommittees. Mayor Beswick moved to nominate the following people to the Cultural Arts Commission: Jean Tyndall, George E. Riday, Carol Robinson, Edmond R. McCormick, Kathleen S. Dura, Jeff Owens, and Fritz Bromberger. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larsen and carried unanimously. Appointments Councilmernber Johnson moved to reappoint Christie Hammond, Larry Manz and Ron Running to four-year terms, appoint Liz McClure to a four-year term, and appoint Historic Ann L. Bryan to complete a term expiring January 18, 1089, on the Historic and Scenic s Commission Preservation Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larsen and carried unanimously. ' Appointment Councilmember Larsen moved to appoint Earl Goodwin to a four-year term on the g; Personnel Personnel Advisory Board commencing January 15, 1987. Motion seconded by Councilmember Advisory hoard Johnson and carried unanimously. Oil �W a a rl 31. Appointments Councilmember Larsen moved to reappoint Judy Jorgensen and appoint Joe, L. Hernandez � Housing to four-year terms on the Housing Commission commencing January 18, 1987. Motion Commission seconded by Councilmember Wormser and carried unanimously. 90 Appointments Councilmember Johnson moved to appoint Lisa Adair, Warren Wood, and Claudia hiuDutf to three-year terms on the Business Improvement District's Board of Directors effective, B.1.D. December 31, 1.986, and reappoint John Lehman and Larry Wormser to one-year terms Board on the B.I.D. Board effective December 31, 1986. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larsen and carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larsen, Johnson; Mayor Beswick NOES: None ABSTAIN: Councilmembers DeMirjyn, Wormser Resolution In the 1986-88 Memoranda of Understanding between the City and the Redlands Association No, 4215 of Management Employees and the General Employees Association of Redlands, the; City agreed to contract with an independent consultant for performance of a salary and wm Salary classification study. The study results were to be implemented retroactively to June 30, 1986, The last comprehensive evaluation of the City's classification and i compensation plan for these units was 14 years ago. Councilmembers expressed their hope that it would not take, another 14 years to do another study of this type Problems such as out-of-date class specifications, improper allocation of positions to classes, inappropriate and inconsistent internal salary relationships, and a lack of overall competitiveness of the compensation plan with the labor market have a direct effect r' on the morale and productivity of our personnel. Because classifications in the Fire, �t Police, Mid-Management bargaining units have been adjusted to the labor market by either an independent study or a memorandum of understanding, it is important that this study he implemented. Councilmembers Johnson and Larsen also indicated a desire to study the seniority pay concept to factor in recognition of tenure contracts with all employee groups were approved for two years; next fiscal year, a prevailing rate of increase will be granted to the employees. Councilmember Larsen felt that prevailing wage negotiations have a positive impact in building trust and mutual respect. Councilmember DeMirjyn moved to adopt Resolution No. 4215 a resolution of the City of Redlands rescinding Resolution No. 4182, establishing a salary schedule and compensation plan for City employees. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wormser and carried unanimously. Salary Throughout the above-referenced survey, Ralph Andersen and Associates has reestablished e. v- proper relationships between supervisors and subordinates. The recommondod difference City between ranges was from ten to fifteen percent. Since the Police Chiefs salary is the 50 a Manager highest for a department head and is being set at the median of the cities survey, the City Manager's salary should be placed ten percent above the Chief of Polices salary. This would place the City Manager's salary at $5,720.00 per month, ranking eleventh r of the thirteen cities surveyed; below China, Corona, Fontana, Hemet, Montclair, t Ontario, Palm Springs, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, Sari Bernardino and Upland but above Colton and Rialto Councilmember DeMirjyn felt ten percent was exorbitant but: that five; percent would be proper. Councilmember Wormser moved to set the City Manaaer's salary for 1986-87 at ten percent above the Chief of Police's salary. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larsen and carried with Councilmember De%Irr,lyn casting a NO vote. Resolution Resolution No. 4213, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands establishing No. 4213 a "no parking" zone along the south side of Ford Street: under the I-1.0 Freeway bridge as recommended by the Traffic Commission, was unanimously adopted on motion of , a Traffic; Councilmember DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilmember Wormser, ja Funds An additional appropriation in the amount of $8,575.00 from the Park "Tax Fund to Park purchase "tiny tot" playground equipment for Sylvan Park was unanimously approved Equipment on motion of Councilmember DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilmembor Wormser, Vending Staff was directed to draft and monitor contract: details with A.R.M. 5 M.A.M. Vending M Service Machines Company to provide vending services at the Community Center and the; City 1 Contract Yard, with profits to be deposited into a Recreation revenue account on motion of Councilmember DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilmember Wormser. Claim On motion of Councilmember DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilmember Wormser, a claire a by Anthony John Gray, of at, in the amount of $1,000,000.00 was found not to be a proper charge against the City and therefore unanimously rejected. Redevelopment On motion of Councilmember DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilmember Wormser, staff was Agency directed by unanimous vote to establish a Redevelopment Agency Fund in the City Fund Treasury retroactive to December 18, 1986, and that all subsequent receipts anti xi disbursements for redevelopment activities flow through it. y d gm '}" F INS', t Basement On motion of Councilmember DeMirjyn, seconded by Councilis}ember Wormse,r, ,in easement ko the United States of America for use of a restricted safety area located at the north s 6 fi United States end of California Street in the Santa Ana River wash was unanimously granfud. and the F. s i of America Mayor and City Clerk authorized to sign the easement on behalf of the City, ,, - tz n There being no further 'business, the meeting adjourned at 8;35 P.M, i. sri t j :Next re,ular meeting, January 20, 1987. ? 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