HomeMy WebLinkAbout020293AM_CCv0002.pdf MINUTES of an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held
in the Redlands Plaza Conference Room, 2 East Citrus Avenue, Suite 15C, on
February 2, 1993, at 9:00 A.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
Lorrie Poyzer, City Clerk
Ted Thomaidis, Redlands Daily Facts
Pamela Fitzsimmons, The Sun
ABSENT None
General Plan - Health and Safety Element - Community Development Director
Shaw reviewed the Health and Safety Element policies which will protect
residents' health and protect the community from both natural and human-
induced disasters. This element considers air quality,water quality, fire hazards,
drainage and flooding, seismicity, geology, soils, wind hazards, electromagnetic
fields, airport/aviation safety, and emergency management. Councilmembers
concurred that high pressure lines should be incorporated in this element.
Speaking from the audience were Pat Meyer and Bob Roberts.
The meeting briefly recessed at 9:55 A.M. and reconvened at 10:05 A.M.
Parks Commission- Parks Commissioner Ellen Weisser reviewed the proposed
Parks Commission Philosophy, Duties and Goals Statement with
Councilmembers. Councilmember Foster expressed concerns about the
formation of committees under the Parks Commission and appointment of
members thereof without Council approval. Staff was directed to provide a
detailed report listing the existing committees, membership, duties and
responsibilities, funds available, meeting dates, and other pertinent information.
Existing areas of desirable plants were discussed at length with Councilmember
Cunningham expressing concern about the loss of important and mature plants
and trees. Councilmember Foster felt the Planning Commission was capable of
providing sufficient protection for existing plantings and moved to direct staff to
not include the Parks Commission in the loop of the planning process as an.
Adjourned Regular Meeting
February 2, 1993
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advocate for existing trees and landscaping. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Larson and failed with Councilmembers Cunningham, Milson,
and DeMirjyn opposing the motion. A revised Statement will be prepared for
future review by the City Council. Appreciation was expressed to the members
of the Parks Commission for their outstanding work and dedication.
Measure O - Members of the Open Space Committee Kay Mason and Robert
Schuler reviewed the history of the Open Space Committee, its
accomplishments and current status. Councilmembers concurred to support
continuance of the process as established and commended the members of the
Open Space Committee.
Adjournment - The City Council meeting adjourned at 1.1:20 A.M. The next
regular meeting will be held on February 2, 1993, at 3:00 P.M.
City Clerk
Adjourned Regular Meeting
February 2, 1993
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