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HomeMy WebLinkAbout102092_CCv0002.pdf MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held in the Council. Chambers, 212 Brookside Avenue, on October 20, 1992, at 3:00 P.M. PRESENT Charles G. DeMirjyn, Mayor Swen Larson, Mayor Pro Tem William E. Cunningham, Councilmember Dee Ann Milson, Councilmember Jim Foster, Councilmember James D. Wheaton, City Manager Ronald C. Mutter, Assistant City Manager Daniel J., McHugh, City Attorney Lorrie Poyzer, City Clerk Ted Thomaidis, Redlands Daily Facts Pamela Fitzsimmons, The Sun ABSENT None The meeting opened with an invocation by Mayor Pro Tem Larson followed by the pledge of allegiance. Minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of October 6, 1992, the regular meeting of October 6, 1992,the adjourned regular meetings of October 7, 1992, October 13, 1992, and October 14, 1992, were approved as submitted. Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the Finance Committee. PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Planning Commission.Actions - On motion of Councilmember Larson seconded by Councilmember Milson, the report of the Planning Commission meeting held on October 13, 1992,was unanimously acknowledged as received. Senior Multipurpose Center-The architect for the Senior Center, Roger Grulke, has prepared two schemes of development for the Senior Multipurpose Center's attachment to the Community Center. Scheme A attaches it to the north side of the building; Scheme B attaches it to the south side of the building. Community Development Director Shaw reviewed the advantages and disadvantages of each scheme,with the staff's recommendation the Senior Center be attached to the north side of the Community Center as the layout maximizes the available parking,provides easy access for drop-off and pick-up of senior, and can integrate well with the existing facility. Councilmember Larson moved to approve Scheme A, attaching the Senior Center to the north side of the Community Center. Motion seconded by Councilmember Foster and carried with Councilmembers Cunningham and Milson voting NO. COMMUNICATIONS County Regional Parks - Councilmember Foster moved to add an item regarding the San Bernardino County Regional Parks and Open Space funding opportunity which arose subsequent to the agenda being posted. Motion seconded by Councilmember Milson and carried unanimously. Referring to a letter from the San Bernardino County Regional Parks which discussed a funding plan for parks/recreation/open space by charging $1 per ton on solid waste, Councilmember Foster felt it was inappropriate to attach unrelated costs to already high solid waste costs. Councilmember Cunningham indicated he was supportive of the concept although it would be of very little benefit to us in the City of Redlands. Councilmember Larson wanted to have more information as he had not seen the letter Mr. Foster was referring to. Councilmember Foster moved to direct staff to obtain information on this matter and schedule it on the next City Council agenda. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried unanimously. Traffic Commission-Mayor DeMirjyn moved to appoint Bettie Dickerson Siebuhr to the Traffic Commission to fill the expired term completed by Pollie Coons. Seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried unanimously. City-County Conference- The City has received notice of the annual City-County Conference to be held at the Lake Arrowhead Hilton on November 19-20, 1992. Following brief discussion, Councilmember Foster moved to authorize attendance at this conference without the use of any City funds. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried unanimously. International. Airport Authority_- Councilmember Cunningham expressed concerns about the uses being considered by the San Bernardino International Airport Authority and the $1.4 million load from the Inland Valley Development Association. As our representative on the Airport Authority, Mayor Pro Tem Larson responded to Mr. Cunningham's concerns. Councilmember Milson also expressed concerns that policy issues needed to be brought to the City Council in order that:Mr. Larson represent the majority vote of the City Council at the Airport Authority meetings. Councilmembers DeMirjyn, Cunningham, and Milson wanted to be on record opposing a cargo facility at Norton Air Force Base. Councilmember Foster moved to continue this matter to November 3, 1992 at 3:00 P.M. as he wanted time to obtain and review the documents. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried with Councilmember Cunningham voting NO. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING Resolution No. 4915 - Sale of Redevelopment Agency Property-A joint public hearing of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Redlands was advertised for this time and place to consider for the purpose of redevelopment as a professional office development the sale of property on the former lands and trestle of the Southern Pacific Railway Company at the southwest intersection of Texas Street and Redlands Boulevard to Terry S. and Janice H. Haden and Kenneth P. and Frances I. Carter. Mayor DeMirjyn declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Larson moved to adopt Resolution No. 4915, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands approving escrow instructions and a grant deed between the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Redlands and Terry S. Haden and Janice H. Haden and Kenneth P. Carter and Frances L Carter. Motion seconded by Councilmember Foster and carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment Agency minutes dated October 20, 1992.) The City Council meeting recessed at 3:51 P.M. to a Redevelopment Agency meeting and reconvened at 3:52 P.M. to a closed session for the purpose of discussing property acquisition and pending litigation. In accordance with State law, the City Attorney prepared a confidential memo to the City Council providing justification for the pending litigation portion of the closed session. The City Council meeting reconvened at 7:00 P.M. Certificate of Recognition-Mayor DeMirjyn presented a certificate of recognition to Thelma(Tomi) Foerster acknowledging her dedication and service to the Redlands Police Department and the community. Ms. Foerster spearheaded a fund raising campaign to furnish the necessary equipment to the Police Department to implement the Bicycle Patrol Program. PUBLIC HEARINGS Appeal -Conditional Use Permit No. 584- Morey Mansion -Public hearing was continued to this time and place to consider an appeal filed by Mark Slotkin, owner of the Morey Mansion Bed and Breakfast:Inn, 1.90 Terracina Boulevard, regarding the Public Works Department capital improvement fee requirements for the proposed 45-seat restaurant to be operated in conjunction with the existing bed and breakfast inn. Mayor DeMirjyn declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. Speaking in support of Mr. Slotkin's appeal were Patricia Larson, Jon Harrison on behalf of SOAR(Save Old Architect Redlands), and Pat Milligan. Mr. Slotkin made an impassioned plea for a waiver of these fees. There being no further comments, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Cunningham noted he supported historic preservation but could not ask the citizens to pay the capital improvement fees; he indicated he would be willing to work out a program to amortize the cost. Councilmember Milson stated she could not support subsidizing a private enterprise. Councilmember Foster and Larson felt the Morey Mansion had already paid its way over the years. Councilmember Foster moved to approve the Negative Declaration for Conditional Use Permit No. 584 and directed staff to file and post a Notice of Determination in accordance with the City's guidelines as it has been determined this project would not individually or cumulatively have an adverse impact on wildlife resources as defined in Section 711.2 of the California Fish and Game Code. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried unanimously. Councilmember Foster moved to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 584 based on the following findings: (1) that the use applied for at the location noted is proper for a Conditional Use Permit; (2) that the use is necessary, essential, or desirable for the public welfare and convenience and for the development of the community, and conforms to the elements and objectives of the General Plan; (3)that the use is not detrimental to existing or permitted use in the zone where it would be located; (4) the size and shape of the site are adequate; (5)the site properly relates to streets and highways designed and improved to carry the type and quantity of traffic to be generated by the proposed use; (6)the conditions set forth on this Conditional Use Permit are deemed necessary and reasonable to protect the public health, safety and general welfare, the best interests of the neighborhood, and the intent of the General Plan; (7)that substantial evidence exists in the record that the proposed project will be consistent with the existing General Plan; and(8)that Conditional Use Permit No. 584 therefore be approved subject to all departmental recommendations except Public Works Department Capital improvement fees as follows: Water Source Acquisition Charge: $2,000.00; Water Capital Improvement Charge: $9,950.00; Sewer Capital Improvement Charge: $28,700.00; and Solid Waste Capital Improvement Charge: $15,450.00. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried with Councilmembers Cunningham and Milson voting NO. Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 -Public hearing was continued to this time and place to consider Resolution No. 4904, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands ordering the work in connection with Annexation No. 8 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1. Mayor DeMirjyn declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Larson moved to approve Resolution No. 4904, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands ordering the work in connection with Annexation No. 8 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1. Motion seconded by Councilmember Cunningham and carried with Councilmember Foster voting NO as he felt it was inappropriate and unfair. Street Lighting District No. 1 - Public hearing was continued to this time and place to consider Resolution No. 4908, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands ordering the work in connection with Annexation No. 5 to Street Lighting District No. 1. Mayor DeMirjyn declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Milson moved to adopt Resolution No. 4908, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands ordering the work in connection with Annexation No. 5 to Street Lighting District No. 1. Motion seconded by Councilmember Cunningham and carried with Councilmember Foster voting NO as he continued to feel this was inappropriate and unfair. PUBLIC COMMENTS General Employees- On behalf of the General Employees of the City of Redlands, Malcolm Simmons, San Bernardino Public Employee Association's Labor Relations Representative, thanked the City Council for approving the recent Memorandum of Understanding. He also expressed concerns about the reduction of City services noting we all needed to pull together during these times. He felt the worst idea being considered was contracting for services and suggested approaching the employees for cost-cutting ideas. San Timoteo Canyon-The following residents from San Timoteo Canyon again expressed their outrage about the odors within the canyon: Mrs. B. Nowak, Marie Hanson, Fara Ghafari, Amelia Speltzer and Nancy Hatfield. It was noted One-Stop Landscaping's permit was scheduled before the County Planning Commission on November 5, 1992, but in the meantime, Councilmembers indicated they would schedule a meeting with the Canyon residents and officials from the County Environmental Health Department and other agencies to address solutions to help solve the problem. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Honeywell Contract Amendment- The City is currently working with Honeywell to provide energy-efficient operations to various City facilities. As a part of this project,the City Council approved a lease agreement with Municipal Leasing Associates, Inc. to provide the funding for this project. During the course of installation of air conditioning units to various City facilities, it was noted the unit at Fire Station No. 2 at Garden Street and Rossmont Drive had been omitted from the original proposal and lease. As the air conditioning unit was outdated and operating in an inefficient manner, a decision was made to replace it under the Honeywell program. In order to accomplish the appropriate financing similar to the original lease, a new lease is required for this specific project. Councilmember Cunningham moved to approve the lease with Municipal Leasing Associates, Inc., authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the lease on behalf of the City; and authorized the Notice of Intent to be Reimbursed. Motion seconded by Councilmember Milson and carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 2193 -Public Parks - Ordinance No. 21.93 was continued to November 3, 1992, as recommended by staff. Ordinance No. 2183 - Signage for Car Dealers - Since the businesses that have the most to gain by modification of the ordinance regarding their signs have not brought forth the recommendations that would suit their needs better than the proposed ordinance, staff recommended that the subject be tabled and as near to normal enforcement of the existing sign laws be attempted. Councilmember Cunningham moved to approve the staff's recommendation. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried with Councilmember Foster voting NO. Ordinance No. 2194-Uniform Building Code - Ordinance No. 2194, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 15.04 of Title 15 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to the adoption of the Uniform Administrative Code, 1991 Edition, the Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1991 Edition, and the Uniform Building Code, 1991 Edition, was given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived. Ordinance No. 2194 was adopted on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson,by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Cunningham, Milson, Foster; Mayor DeMirjyn NOES: None ABSENT: None Ordinance No. 2195 -Uniform Plumbing Code - Ordinance No. 2195, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 15.08 of Title 15 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to the adoption of the Uniform Plumbing Code, 1991 Edition, was given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson, further reading of the ordinance text was waived. Ordinance No. 2195 was adopted on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Cunningham, Milson, Foster; Mayor DeMirjyn NOES: None ABSENT: None Ordinance No. 2196 -Uniform Mechanical Code- Ordinance No. 2196, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 15.16 of Title 15 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to the adoption of the Uniform Mechanical Code, 1991 Edition, was given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson, further reading of the ordinance text was waived. Ordinance No. 2195 was adopted on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson,by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Cunningham, Milson, Foster; Mayor DeMirjyn. NOES: None ABSENT: None Ordinance No. 2197 -Uniform Housing Code - Ordinance No. 21.97, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 15.24 of Title 15 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to the adoption of the Uniform Housing Code, 1991 Edition, was given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson, further reading of the ordinance text was waived. Ordinance No. 2197 was adopted on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson,by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Cunningham, Milson,Foster; Mayor DeMirjyn NOES: None ABSENT: None Ordinance No. 2198 -Uniform Solar Code - Ordinance No. 2198, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 15.28 of Title 15 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to the adoption of the Uniform Solar Code, 1991 Edition, was given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson, further reading of the ordinance text was waived. Ordinance No. 2198 was adopted on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson,by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Cunningham, Milson, Foster; Mayor DeMirjyn NOES: None ABSENT: None Ordinance No. 2199 -Uniform Plumbing Code - Ordinance No. 2199, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands amending Chapters 3.16 and 12.44 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to fees for use of the Redlands Community Center, was given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson, further reading of the ordinance text was waived. Ordinance No. 2199 was adopted on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Larson, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Larson, Cunningham, Milson, Foster; Mayor DeMirjyn NOES: None ABSENT: None Resolution No. 4912- Community Center Fees - Councilmember Foster moved to adopt Resolution No. No. 4912, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands establishing user categories and corresponding fees for the use of the Redlands Community Center. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Ordinance No. 2207 -Mobilehome Rent- Ordinance No. 2207 was unanimously continued to November 3, 1992, on motion of Councilmember Milson, seconded by Councilmember Larson. The following items were acted upon during the afternoon session: Reports - The monthly contract monitoring reports updated through October 1.4, 1992,. for projects currently being administered by the Public Works Department were presented for Councilmembers' information. Subordination Agreement - On motion of Councilmember Larson, seconded by Councilmember Milson, Council unanimously approved the subordination agreement for property located at 1552 Marion Road. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:35 P.M. to an adjourned regular meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 21, 1992, at 6:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers, 212 Brookside Avenue, Redlands, California.