HomeMy WebLinkAbout021594_CCv0001.pdf MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held in the
Council Chambers, 212 Brookside Avenue, on February 15, 1994, at 3:00 P.M.
PRESENT Swen Larson, Mayor
Jim Foster, Mayor Pro Tem
William E. Cunningham, Councilmember
Pat Gilbreath, Councilmember
Gary Luebbers, City Manager
Daniel J. McHugh, City Attorney
Lorrie Poyzer, City Clerk
Ted Thomaidis, Redlands Daily Facts
Steven Church, The Sun
ABSENT Gilberto Gil, Councilmember
The meeting was opened with an invocation by Mayor Larson followed by the
pledge of allegiance.
JOINT MEETING- REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Finance Director Steven M. Chapman reviewed the documents necessary to
proceed with the 1994 Refunding Parking Lease Revenue Bonds and the
issuance of the Redlands Redevelopment Project 1994 Tax Allocation
Refunding Bonds. Jenny Schwartz, Miller and Schroeder Financial, Inc., and
Glen E. Stephens and Kim A. Byrens from Best, Best & Krieger clarified issues
for Councilmembers.
Ordinance No. 2240 - Redlands Mall Parking Lot Lease - Ordinance No. 2240,
an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands approving the lease of
a certain parking facility (Redlands Mall) by the City from the Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Redlands, was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer,
and on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember
Gilbreath, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived.
Ordinance No. 2240 was introduced with unanimous Council approval and laid
over under the rules with second reading scheduled for March 1, 1994, on
motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, with
Councilmember Cunningham voting NO.
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Resolution No. 5053 - Refunding Lease Revenue Bonds - Councilmember
Foster moved to adopt Resolution No. 5053, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redlands authorizing the sale of the Redevelopment Agency of the
City of Redlands 1994 Refunding Lease Revenue Bonds, authorizing execution
and delivery by the City of a lease agreement, a site and facilities lease, an
escrow deposit and trust agreement, a trust agreement, a reimbursement
agreement, an assignment agreement and purchase contract, approving and
authorizing preparation and delivery of a preliminary official statement and final
official statement with respect to the issuance and sale of 1994 Refunding Lease
Revenue Bonds, appointing a trustee, authorizing the issuance of such bonds
and making other findings relating thereto. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Gilbreath and carried with Councilmember Cunningham voting
NO.
Bond Counsel Service - Councilmember Foster moved to approve a letter of
agreement between the City of Redlands, the Redevelopment Agency of the
City of Redlands, and Best, Best & Krieger for bond counsel services for the
1994 Refunding Lease Revenue Bonds and authorized the Mayor to sign on
behalf of the City. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath and carried
with Councilmember Cunningham voting NO.
Resolution No. 5054 - Redevelopment Agency Financing - Councilmember
Foster moved to adopt Resolution No. 5054, a resolution of the City Council of
the City of Redlands, California, approving financing of a portion of the
Redlands Redevelopment Project by the Redevelopment Agency of the City of
Redlands. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath and carried with
Councilmember Cunningham voting NO.
COMMUNITY POLICING BRIEFING SESSION
Police Chief Lewis W. Nelson reported on the Police Department's efforts to
involve the community in the fight against crime. While the Police Department
is charged with the responsibility of enforcing laws and arresting criminals,
crime is a community problem. This is particularly true in this time of shrinking
municipal budgets, high unemployment and increasing criminal activity.
Preliminary data from 1993 indicates a 13 percent increase in Part 1 crimes
(murder, robbery, rape, aggravated assault, auto theft, burglary, theft, and arson)
in Redlands. While Redlands still has one of the lowest crime indexes in San
Bernardino County, it is not immune from crime and must enlist all of the
community's resources to effectively address the problems. A community
oriented policing approach stresses the involvement of the entire community in
addressing the problems in Redlands in hope of reducing the incidence of
juvenile delinquency, recidivism and gangs. The Redlands Police Department
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has 123 volunteers serving in various capacities and have already donated over
20,000 hours plus tens of thousands of dollars to this effort.
Closed Session - The City Council meeting recessed at 3:35 P.M. to a
Redevelopment Agency meeting and reconvened at 3:36 P.M. to a closed
session for the purpose of discussing property acquisition and/or disposition,
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.
PRESENTATIONS
Certificates of Appreciation - Mayor Larson introduced Redlands Fire Engineer
Walt Harrison and Misty, his search dog. Frequently featured in recent TV
news, Fire Engineer Harrison and Misty functioned as an effective, well-trained
specialized team to help find trapped earthquake victims in the Northridge area.
Richard Orbaker, Redlands Pet Feed & Seed, is donating food for Misty and
Charles E. Irvine, D.V.M. is donating veterinarian care. Mayor Larson
presented Certificates of Appreciation to Mr. Orbaker and Dr. Irvine in
recognition of their continued support and generosity for the Redlands Fire
Department. Misty, who was also present at this meeting, expressed her
appreciation as only a friendly Blond Labrador can do.
Proclamation - Mayor Larson presented a proclamation to Lt. Lynn Nelson
honoring the exemplary efforts of the soldiers and families of Delta Company,
4th Battalion, 160th Infantry of the California Army National Guard, which
operates in the City of Redlands. The Redlands National Guard unit has
answered the call to service since the First World War and through all
subsequent conflicts including Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm and
numerous State emergencies.
Human Relations Commission - Mayor Larson presented commissioner pins to
the newly appointed members of the Human Relations Commission as follows:
Sam Byrts, chairman; Edward F. Sagmeister, vice chairman; Christi Johnson
Bulot, secretary; George E. Riday, Reverend Anthony Green; Cheryl
Brewington Butler, and Evelyn Frances Martinez. Dr. Sam Byrts, chairman,
thanked the City Council for their vision and wisdom in the creation of this
commission.
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PUBLIC HEARING
Ordinance No. 2236 - Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 226 -
Community Development Director Jeffrey L. Shaw reported that on May 4,
1993, the City Council directed staff to prepare a zoning ordinance text
amendment which would provide exceptions to the requirement that the
Planning Commission review certain projects. Councilmember Foster moved
to approve the Environmental Review Committee's Negative Declaration for
Ordinance No. 2236, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands
amending Chapter 18.12 of the Redlands Municipal Code by adopting Zoning
Ordinance Text Amendment No. 226 relating to exceptions to the Planning
Commission Review Process,based on the finding that the project will not have
a significant effect on the environment and directed staff to file and post a
Notice of Determination in accordance with the City's guidelines and to
acknowledge that it has been determined this project will 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 Gilbreath and carried by AYE votes of all present. Ordinance
No. 2236 was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of
Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, further reading
of the ordinance text was waived. Ordinance No. 2236 was introduced and laid
over under the rules with second reading scheduled for March 1, 1994, on
motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, by
the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Foster, Gilbreath; Mayor Larson
NOES: Councilmember Cunningham
ABSENT: Councilmember Gil
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ordinance No. 2237 - Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 229 - Ordinance
No. 2237, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 18.12 of the
Redlands Municipal Code by adopting Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No.
229 relating to Lot Line Adjustments in the Hillside Development District, was
given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of
Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, further reading
of the ordinance text was unanimously waived. Ordinance No. 2237 was
adopted on motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember
Gilbreath, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Foster, Cunningham, Gilbreath; Mayor Larson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Gil
COMMUNICATIONS
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Appointments - Planning Commission - Mayor Larson moved to reappoint
Diane Christensen, Kathryn Wechter, and Paul Thompson to the Planning
Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember Cunningham and carried by
AYE votes of all present.
Appointment - Public Works Commission - Mayor Larson moved to appoint
Richard Cramond to the Public Works Commission. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Foster and carried by AYE votes of all present.
Appointments - Cultural Arts Commission - Mayor Larson moved to appoint
Barbara A. Morse, Penny E. Schwartz, and Wilny Audain to the Cultural Arts
Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember Cunningham and carried
with Councilmember Foster voting NO.
Appointment - Housing Commission - Mayor Larson moved to appoint Charles
E. Masuga to the Housing Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Foster and carried by AYE votes of all present.
Appointment - Mobilehome Rent Review Board - Mayor Larson moved to
appoint Ruth A. Saldaiia to the Mobilehome Rent Review Board. Motion
seconded by Councilmember Foster and carried by AYE votes of all present.
Appointment - Airport Advisory Board - Mayor Larson moved to appoint Harry
French Smith, Jr. to the Airport Advisory Board. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Gilbreath and carried with Councilmember Cunningham
abstaining from the vote.
San Bernardino International Airport - Mayor Larson reported on current
activities of the San Bernardino International Airport.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes - Minutes of the regular meeting of February 1, 1994, were approved as
submitted.
Bills and Salaries - Bills and salaries were ordered paid as approved by the
Finance Committee.
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Planning Commission Actions - On motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded
by Councilmember Gilbreath, the report of the Planning Commission meeting
held on February 8, 1994, was acknowledged as received.
Funds - Steele Foundation Grant - On motion of Councilmember Foster,
seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, Council authorized by AYE votes of all
present the expenditure of $600.00 from the Steele Foundation Grant Fund
(Account No. 04-1217) to support the Redlands Living Community Magazine as
recommended by the Cultural Arts Commission.
Funds - Texas Street Pumping - On motion of Councilmember Foster,
seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, Council authorized by AYE votes of all
present the Municipal Utilities Department to engage the firm of Richard C.
Slade and Associates to conduct a limited site investigation for soil
contamination at the Texas Street Pumping Plant, and approved an additional
appropriation in the amount of$15,000.00 to fund the investigation.
Funds - Park Equipment - On motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by
Councilmember Gilbreath, Council approved by AYE votes of all present an
additional appropriation in the amount of$609.00 from the General Fund for the
replacement of equipment stolen from the tool room at Ford Park under the Park
Maintenance Division of Public Works.
Funds - Interest Payment - On motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by
Councilmember Gilbreath, Council approved by AYE votes of all present an
appropriation in the amount of $651,056.00 within the Redlands Public
Improvement Corporation Fund for the March 1, 1994, interest payment, and
authorized both the General Fund and Public Facilities Development Fund to
provide cash transfers to the Redlands Public Improvement Corporation Fund of
$325,528.00.
Resolution No. 5051 - Career Criminal Apprehension Program - On motion of
Councilmember Foster, seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, Council
adopted, by AYE votes of all present, Resolution No. 5051, a resolution of the
City Council of the City of Redlands to support and approve the Redlands
Police Department's Career Criminal Apprehension Program to be funded in
part from funds made available through the Career Criminal Apprehension
Program administered by the State of California's Office of Criminal Justice
Planning, and authorized the expenditure of the City's required matching funds
for the 1994-95 fiscal year.
Waste Management Plan - On motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by
Councilmember Gilbreath, Council authorized by AYE votes of all present the
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Municipal Utilities Department to engage the firm of Kleinfelder to prepare the
required elements of the Countywide Integrated Waste Management Plan as
recommended by staff and consisting of the Source Reduction and Recycling
Element, Household Hazardous Waste Element, Non-Disposal Facility
Element, supporting analyses, and AB 440 Status Report.
Grove Maintenance Agreement - On motion of Councilmember Foster,
seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, Council authorized termination of a
maintenance agreement with the Smith Family for cultural practices to the
existing grove at 916 West Olive Avenue with Councilmember Cunningham
voting NO.
Employee Vacancies - On motion of Councilmember Foster, seconded by
Councilmember Gilbreath, Council authorized by AYE votes of all present the
following positions be filled: Asphalt Worker, Public Safety Dispatcher, and
Solid Waste Truck Driver.
Adjournment - There being no further business, the City Council meeting
adjourned at 7:30 P.M. to an adjourned regular meeting to be held on Thursday,
February 24, 1994, at 7:00 P.M. in the Grace Mullen Auditorium on the
Redlands High School Campus, 840 East Citrus Avenue, Redlands, California.
City Clerk
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