HomeMy WebLinkAbout061896-cc_CCv0001.pdf MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held in the
Council Chambers, Civic Center, 35 Cajon Street, at 3:00 P.M. on June 18, 1996.
PRESENT Swen Larson, Mayor
Pat Gilbreath, Mayor Pro Tem
William E. Cunningham, Councilmember
Gilberto Gil, Councilmember
Geni A. S. Banda, Councilmember
Gary M. Luebbers, City Manager
Daniel J. McHugh, City Attorney
Lorrie Poyzer, City Clerk
Beatrice Sanchez, :Deputy City Clerk
Marjie Pettus, Administrative Services Director
Jeffrey L. Shaw, Community Development Director
Steven M. Chapman, Finance Director
Mel Enslow,Fire Chief
Gary G. Phelps, Municipal Utilities Director
Lewis W. Nelson, Police Chief
Peter A. Laaninen, Assistant Public Works Director
John Andrews, Redlands Daily Facts
Alisa Slaughter, San Bernardino County Sun
ABSENT None
The meeting was opened with an invocation by Councilmember Banda followed
by the pledge of allegiance.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember Gil, the minutes of the regular meeting of June 4, 1996,. were
unanimously approved as submitted.
Bills and Salaries - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember Gil, bills and salaries were unanimously ordered paid.
Resolution No. 5292 - CDBG Funds - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously adopted
Resolution No. 5292, a joint resolution of the Board of Supervisors of the
County of San Bernardino and the City Council of the City of Redlands
authorizing a joint recipient cooperation agreement which implements the
Community Development Block Grant Funds program.
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Resolution No. 5296 - Traffic - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously adopted
Resolution No. 5296, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands
establishing the following traffic regulations pursuant to Title 10 of the
Redlands Municipal Code: provide 105 feet of additional no parking zone
fronting the Beaver Medical Clinic at 2 West Fern Avenue, leaving a white
passenger loading zone 75 feet long centered at the entrance to the clinic.
Resolution No. 5297 - Measure O Tax Rate - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 5297, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redlands, California, levying a tax rate for fiscal year 1996-97 to service the
annual principal, interest and other charges relating to the Measure O 1994
General Obligation Refunding Bonds.
Resolution No. 5298 - California Street Landfill - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 5298, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redlands, California, establishing a budget set-aside for financial assurance to
reclaim the borrow site for the California Street Landfill. This resolution
amends Resolution No. 5232 and extends the financial assurance through fiscal
year 1996-97.
Contract Award - CDBG Curb and Gutter Project - Bids were opened and
publicly declared on May 30, 1996, by the City Clerk for the construction of the
Community Development Block Grant Fund Curb and gutter project; a bid
opening report is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. It was the
recommendation of the Administrative Services Department that the responsible
bidder submitting the bid for said project which will result in the lowest cost to
the City was Shields Industries, Inc. in the amount of$135,89610, and it would
be in the best interest of the City that this contract be awarded to said firm. On
motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, this
recommendation was unanimously approved.
Resolution No. 5294 - Paramedic Tax Rate - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 5294, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redlands setting the special tax for emergency paramedic service for fiscal year
1996-97 as authorized by Ordinance No. 1900.
PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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Planning Commission Actions - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember Gil, the report of the Planning Commission
meeting held on June 11, 1996, was unanimously acknowledged as received.
RDA No. 86-1A - Gardner Construction - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Banda, the City Council unanimously
approved the proposed change in architectural design alternation for RDA 86-
IA for Conditional Use Permit No. 447 (Revised) and Tract No. 13251 for
property located at Palm Avenue and Grove Street as recommended by the
Planning Commission on May 28, 1996. On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Banda, the City Council unanimously
authorized the remaining allocations for Conditional Use Permit No. 447
(Revised) and Tract No. 1.3251 be transferred to the applicant, Gardner
Construction, in accordance with Section 19.16.080 of the Redlands Municipal
Code.
RDA No. 96-III-1 - CW Group, LLC - Following brief discussion regarding the
residential development allocation system, Councilmember Gilbreath moved to
approve the recommendations of the Planning Commission, the Historic and
Scenic Preservation Commission, City staff, and the Redlands Unified School
District for 90 (minimum required) points to be awarded to RDA No. 96-III-1.
for 11 single family homes in Tract 13700 which is located on the north side of
Magnolia Avenue, west of Lakeside Avenue. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Banda and carried unanimously.
COMMUNICATIONS
Redlands Fashion Plaza - On behalf of the development team for the Redlands
Fashion Plaza, Mr. Terry Lowe announced that Harry Newman is no longer
associated with the project. Shannon Brook Associates is continuing its
progress to complete the project.
Citrus Plaza Regional Mall - Councilmember Cunningham reported that
according to a news article printed today in an Ontario newspaper, Majestic
Realty has canceled their Chino project. Councilmember Cunningham
wondered what impact this action might have on the City of Redlands.
League of California Cities Legislative Bulletins - Councilmembers concurred
with Councilmember Cunningham's desire to indicate support through letters to
our State legislators of AB 1436 (First Responder Emergency Medical Services)
and AB 1191 (Allocation of Proposition 172 Sales Tax Revenue).
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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AQM:D - Mr. Larry L. Rhinehart, Intergovernmental Affairs Director of the
South Coast Air Quality Management District, updated the City Council on
their activities including Rule 2020 options and permitting process changes
being implemented.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1996-97 Budget - Finance Director Chapman summarized the actions and
recommendations from Councilmembers through the budget study sessions held
at prior meetings. Councilmember Gilbreath moved to adopt the City of
Redlands fiscal year 1996-97 budget as presented in summary form and
including all Council-approved adjustments to the Proposed Budget document
from previous workshops. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gil and
carried, after the following comments, with Councilmembers Cunningham and
Banda voting NO: Councilmember Gilbreath expressed appreciation to staff for
the tried and true opportunities to cut corners and felt this budget did not
compromise the quality of life in Redlands. Councilmember Cunningham did
not support this action as the budget did not include his recommended changes.
Councilmember Larson commended staff for the expeditious process which he
felt worked well under City Manager Luebbers' stewardship. Councilmember
Banda indicated she almost supported this budget but had a problem second-
guessing staff. Councilmember Gil also commended staff for a good job. City
Manager Luebbers expressed appreciation for the kind words noting that most
of the credit goes to the departments heads.
Tolling Agreement - TCI Cablevision - A letter, dated June 11, 1996, from Teri
A. Scott, Director of Franchising, TCI Cablevision of California, requested an
extension of the current tolling agreement on relevant legal actions between the
City and TCI Cablevision. Following discussion, Councilmember Gilbreath.
moved to grant this extension to the first City Council meeting in September
(September 3, 1996). Motion seconded by Councilmember Cunningham and
carried unanimously.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council meeting recessed at 3:33 P.M. to a Redevelopment Agency
meeting and reconvened at 3:38 P.M. to a closed session to discuss the
following matters:
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I. Conference with legal counsel: Existing litigation - Government Code
Section 54956.9(a)
- San Berdoo Books v. City of Redlands
- City of Redlands v. County of San Bernardino
- Planning and Conservation League v. Department of Water Resources
2. Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated litigation - Government Code
Section 54956.9(c)
- One case
The City Council meeting reconvened at 7:00 P.M.
PRESENTATIONS
365 Club Certificates - The "365 Club" was founded by the Redlands Police
Department Citizens Volunteer Patrol Unit. Dues are $1.00 a day although
some of the members donate up to $600.00 a year. Police Chief Nelson
reported the Citizens Volunteer Patrol Unit contributed 16,000 hours of service
last year and are an invaluable asset to the Police Department. Mayor Larson
and Civilian Volunteer Patrol Officer James R. Stellar presented "365 Club"
membership certificates as follows: Four year membership certificates:
Emmerson-Bartlett Mortuaries, Inc., Jim Glaze, Inc., Hatfield Buick & GMC
Truck, Redlands Round Table, San Bernardino Golf Club, Mr. and Mrs. James
H. Stellar, and Redlands Community Hospital. Three year membership
certificates: American Legion Post #650, Mr. Jack H. Brown, The
Contemporary Club, David & Graeber Insurance Services, Mr. And Mrs. H.
Harrison Lightfoot, Lifecare Medical Transportation, Optimist Club of
Redlands, Redlands Centennial Bank, Redlands Country Club, Redlands
Federal Bank, and Redlands Footlighters. Two year membership certificates:
Kevin Barrett Construction Company, Inc., Leigh Giarde, Kiwanis Club of
Redlands-Morning, Kiwanis Club of Redlands-Noon, First Professional Bank,
Redlands Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, and Seven W Enterprises,
Inc. One year membership certificates: A & B Towing, Inc., William C. Buster,
Inc., Young W. Chung, DDS, Cortner Chapel, Mr. and Mrs. Larry B. Moore,
Dwight Yeoman, General Contractor, and Ziprick, Schilt, Heinrich & Cramer.
Other contributors were Century 21 - Sevel & Associates, Kimberly Shirk
Association, Martin H. Munz, Redlands Rotary Club-Noon, and WalMart.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Resolution No. 5264 - Landscgpe Maintenance Assessment District - Public
hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Resolution.No. 5264,
a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands ordering the
maintenance of improvements in Landscape Maintenance Assessment District
No. 1, giving final approval of the Engineer's Report, and confirming the
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assessments for the 1996-97 fiscal year. Councilmember Cunningham asked
that this matter be continued until July 2, 1996, in order to re-examine the level
of assessment for the parcels at Franklin and Garden. Mayor Larson declared
the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments concerning
this matter. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was unanimously
continued to July 2, 1996, on motion of Councilmember Cunningham, seconded
by Councilmember Banda.
Resolution No. 5268 - Street Lighting Assessment District - Public hearing was
advertised for this time and place to consider Resolution No. 5268, a resolution
of the City Council of the City of Redlands ordering the continued operation of
Street Lighting District No. 1, giving final approval of the Engineer's Report,
and confirming the assessments for the 1996-97 fiscal year. Councilmember
Cunningham asked that this matter be continued until July 2, 1996, in order to
re-examine the level of assessment for the parcels at Franklin and Garden.
Mayor Larson declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions
or comments concerning this matter. None being forthcoming, the public
hearing was unanimously continued to July 2, 1996, on motion of
Councilmember Cunningham, seconded by Councilmember Banda.
Resolution No. 5283 - Parking and Business Improvement Area B - Public
hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Resolution No. 5283,
a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands ordering the continued
operation of Parking and Business Improvement Area B and confirming the
annual report and assessments for fiscal year 1.996-97. Councilmember
Gilbreath urged staff to continue researching the expansion of the boundaries.
Mayor Larson declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions
or comments concerning this matter. None being forthcoming, the public
hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Gilbreath moved to adopt
Resolution No. 5283. Motion seconded by Councilmember Cunningham and
carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2318 - Uniform Mechanical Code - Public hearing was
advertised for this time and place to consider Ordinance No. 2318, an ordinance
of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 15.16 of the Redlands Municipal
Code by adopting the Uniform Mechanical Code, 1994, Edition, and making
amendments thereto. Mayor Larson declared the meeting open as a public
hearing for any questions or comments concerning this matter. None being
forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Ordinance No. 2318 was
given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of
Councilmember Banda, seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, further reading
of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2318 was
adopted by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gilbreath, Cunningham, Gil, Banda;
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Mayor Larson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Ordinance No. 2320 - East Valley Corridor Specific Plan Amendment No. 6 -
Public hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Ordinance No.
2320, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending various sections of
Division 3 and Section EV4.0255 of the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan
(Specific Plan. No. 40) related to land use regulations. Community
Development Director Shaw explained the proposed amendment is intended to
clarify three major categories of issues: How permitted, conditional, accessory,
and prohibited land uses are determined within the East Valley Corridor
Specific Plan; the specificity with which land uses are identified; and the
procedures used to determine whether an "unlisted" land use if similar to those
listed (and whether the "unlisted" use is permitted, conditional, accessory, or
prohibited). Mayor Larson declared the meeting open as a public hearing for
any questions or comments concerning this ordinance. None being
forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Gilbreath
moved to approve the Environmental Review Committee's Negative Declaration
for Ordinance No. 2320 based on the finding that the project will not have a
significant effect on the environment, determining 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 and directed
staff to file and post a Notice of Determination in accordance with the City's
guidelines. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried with
Councilmember Cunningham voting NO. Ordinance No. 2320 was read by title
only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember Larson, further reading of the ordinance text was
waived, and Ordinance No. 2320 was introduced and laid over under the rules
with second reading scheduled for July 2, 1996, with Councilmember
Cunningham voting NO.
Ordinance No. 2321 - East Valley Corridor Specific Plan Amendment No. 7 -
Public hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Ordinance No.
2321, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Section EV4.0290 of the
East Valley Corridor Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 40) related to sign
regulations. Community Development Director Shaw explained that the
proposed amendment is intended to clarify a fundamental question which is left
unanswered by the current language of Specific Plan No. 40: which Redlands'
sign criteria apply within the various land use districts of the East Valley
Corridor Specific Plan? Councilmember Cunningham asked that language be
restored to the ordinance which would require non-contiguous property outside
the City limits receiving City service to comply with our Sign Code. Mayor
Larson declared the meeting open as a public hearing to consider any questions
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or comments regarding this ordinance. None being forthcoming, the public
hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Cunningham moved to approve
the Environmental Review Committee's Negative Declaration for Ordinance
No. 2321 based on the finding that the project will not have a significant effect
on the environment, determining 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 and directed staff to file and post a
Notice of Determination in accordance with the City's guidelines. Motion
seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath and carried unanimously. Ordinance No.
2321 was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of
Councilmember Cunningham, seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, further
reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2321
was introduced, with inclusion of the amended language, with unanimous
Council approval and laid over under the rules with second reading scheduled
for July 2, 1996.
Ordinance No. 2322 - East Valley Corridor Specific Plan Amendment No. 8 -
Public hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Ordinance No.
2322, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Section EV 3.0115 of
Specific Plan No. 40 (East Valley Corridor Specific Plan)by adopting a revised
land use district map as part of the Official Land Use Map and effecting
Amendment No. 8 to Specific Plan No. 40. Community Development Director
Shaw explained this zone change is proposed on a specific parcel where the
General Plan designation was changed from Open Space to Commercial with
the adoption of the Redlands General Plan on. October 17, 1995.. This change of
zone will bring the project site zoning into conformance with the recently
adopted General Plan land use designation. Mayor Larson declared the meeting
open as a public hearing for any questions or comments concerning this
ordinance. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed.
Councilmember Gilbreath moved to approve the Environmental Review
Committee's Negative Declaration for Ordinance No. 2322 based on the finding
that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment,
determining this project will not individually or cumulatively has an adverse
impact on wildlife resources as defined in Section 711.2 of the California Fish
and Game Code and directed staff to file and post a Notice of Determination in
accordance with the City's guidelines. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Larson and carried with Councilmember Cunningham voting NO. Ordinance
No. 2322 was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of
Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Larson, further reading
of the ordinance text was waived, and Ordinance No. 2322 was introduced and
laid over under the rules with second reading scheduled for July 2, 1996, with
Councilmember Cunningham voting NO.
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Ordinance No. 2323 - Zone Change No. 359C - Public hearing was advertised
for this time and place to consider Ordinance No. 2323, an ordinance adopting
Zone Change No. 359C, a change of zone from C-2 (Neighborhood
Convenience Center) District to R-1 (Single Family Residential) District for
property located at the northwest corner of Orange Street and San Bernardino
Avenue as recommended by the Redlands Planning Commission. Community
Development Director Shaw explained this zone change will bring the site into
conformance with the recently adopted General Plan. Mayor Larson declared
the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments concerning
this change of zone. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared
closed. Following brief discussion, Councilmember Banda moved to approve
the Environmental Review Committee's Negative Declaration for Zone Change
No. 359C and directed staff to file and post a Notice of Determination in.
accordance with the City's guidelines. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gil
and carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 2323, an ordinance of the City of
Redlands amending Title 18 of the Redlands Municipal Code by adopting a
revised land use zoning plan as part of the Official Land Use Zoning Map and
effecting Zone Change No. 359C, was given its first reading of the title by City
Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Banda, seconded by
Councilmember Gil, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously
waived, and Ordinance No. 2323 was introduced with unanimous Council
approval and laid over under the rules with second reading scheduled for July 2,
1996.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ordinance No. 2301 - Outside Utility Connections - Ordinance No. 2301, an
ordinance of the City of Redlands adding Chapter 13.62 to the Redlands
Municipal Code relating to utility connections for nonresidential development
outside the City boundaries and repealing Chapters 13.10 and 13.58 and
implementing Ordinance Text Amendment No. 247, was continued to July 2,
1996.
Ordinance No. 2314 - Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee - Ordinance
No. 2314, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 13.68 of the
Redlands Municipal Code relating to solid waste disposal fees and amending
the household hazardous waste disposal fee, was given its second reading of the
title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Banda, seconded
by Councilmember Larson, further reading of the ordinance text was
unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2314 was adopted by the following
vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gilbreath, Gil, Banda;
Mayor Larson
NOES: Councilmember Cunningham
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ABSENT: None
Ordinance No. 2319 - Human Relations Commission - Ordinance No. 2319, an
ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 2.66 of the Redlands
Municipal Code relating to the terms on the Human Relations Commission, was
given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of
Councilmember Gil, seconded by Councilmember Banda, further reading of the
ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2319 was adopted
by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gilbreath, Cunningham, Gil, Banda;
Mayor Larson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Ballot Measure - Paramedic Service - Fire Chief Enslow reported that
expansion and increased operation cost of the Paramedic Program have resulted
in an additional cost of$368,000.00 annually above those revenues produced by
the present Paramedic assessment. An analysis of the program shows that
during the 15 years the Paramedic Program has been in existence, the General
Fund has needed to supplement the budget 12 of those years (the last nine years
consecutively). The City Council, during the budget study sessions, directed
staff to explore the possibility of increasing the Paramedic assessment tax to
cover this deficit. Mr. Enslow presented proposed rates which would generate
sufficient funds to cover the program without General Fund subsidies. Mayor
Larson expressed concern about co joining this with the Utility Users' Tax on
the November ballot. Councilmember Banda felt that pending State legislation
(AB 1436) might alleviate the need to increase the rates. Councilmember
Cunningham felt it made sense that the service should stand alone and
supported placing the request for an increase on the ballot; he then moved to
continue this matter to July 2, 1996. Motion secnded by Councilmember Banda
and failed by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Cunningham and Banda
NOES: Councilmembers Gilbreath, Gil; Mayor Larson
Councilmember Gil suggested looking at this issue again after the November
elections.
Ballot Proposal - Utility Users' Tax - The City Council has been discussing the
placement of a Utility Users' Tax on the November ballot. Ray Beggs reviewed
his letter dated June 13, 1996, with a proposal regarding this issue. Mr.
Matusick, 630 East Pioneer Avenue, urged the City Council to keep what we
have now and use it for police and fire services and charge everyone the same
rate. City Attorney McHugh reported he had met with Councilmember
Gilbreath, as directed by the City Council at their last meeting, and has prepared
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a draft ordinance following her suggestions. The City Council addressed each
issue individually as follows:
1. Councilmember Larson moved that the Utility Users' Tax be at a rate not to
exceed 4 percent. Seconding the motion, Councilmember Gilbreath
explained this would be a floating rate based on financial need. The motion.
carried with Councilmember Cunningham voting NO.
2. Councilmember Larson moved to leave the present exemptions from the tax
for very low income familes in place. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Gilbreath and carried unanimously.
3. Councilmember Larson moved that a consumer price index adjustment be
made on a "cap" of$30,000.00 for large utility users, such as the University
of Redlands. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath and carried
with Councilmembers Cunningham and Banda voting NO.
4. The length of time the tax would be in place generated much discussion.
Councilmembers Larson and Gil said they had made a commitment to end
the tax in June 1998 and could not support an extension. Councilmembers
Cunningham and Banda felt that if the tax was necesary and had merit, that
it needs to continue rather than only be in place for an additional 18 months.
Councilmember Gilbreath felt the City needed the five-year window but
explained that with a floating rate based on financial needs, it was possible
the tax could disappear earlier if the City recovers from the current
economic slump. Councilmember Larson's motion, seconded by
Councilmember Gil, to sunset the tax in June 1998 failed with
Councilmembers Gilbreath, Cunningham, and Banda voting NO.
Councilmember Gilbreath's motion, seconded by Councilmember Banda, for
a five year period failed with Councilmembers Larson, Cunningham and Gil
voting NO. Motions that did not receive a second were: Councilmember
Larson: tax to expire in June 1999; Councilmember Gilbreath: tax to be in
effect four years effective January 1, 1997; Councilmember Cunningham:
sunset the tax when property and sales tax increases, incrementally, become
awash and still maintaining the same level of service. Councilmember
Banda: combine the floating rate with a floating sunset. At this time, the
Mayor moved on to the remaining issues to be addressed and returned to
this discussion later in the meeting. Councilmember Gilbreath moved that
the tax be for a period of five years from the date it is enacted by the voters,
effective January 1, 1997. Taking a deep breath, Councilmember Larson
seconded by motion which carried with Councilmembers Cunningham and
Banda voting NO.
5. Councilmember Larson moved to determine that the tax be a general tax,
with the ordinance having a requirement for quarterly accountability to the
public as to revenue and how any proceeds of the taxes are expended.
Motion seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath and carried with
Councilmember Cunningham voting NO.
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6. City Attorney McHugh noted language is beging developed, as suggested by
the League of California Cities, to "ratify" the City's existing tax but that it
has not been tested. Councilmember Banda suggested the word "establish"
rather than "ratify." Councilmember Larson moved that the ordinance
include language which would "ratify" (or other appropriate language) the
City's existing tax. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath and
carried with Councilmembers Cunningham and Banda voting NO.
NEW BUSINESS
Traffic Regulations -Assistant Public Works Director Laaninen explained that a
request has been received from John Mac Vie, 446 Iris Avenue, for a four-way
stop at the intersection of Fern Avenue and Lakeside Avenue. The applicant
cites as reasons for the request excessive speed on Fern Avenue, obstructed
visibility when entering Fern Avenue from northbound Lakeside Avenue, and
the presence of school children at the intersection. A petition containing 54
signatures was submitted requesting that stop signs and crosswalks be added on
Fern Avenue at Lakeside Avenue The Traffic Commission reviewed this
request and voted to deny the request for removal of two palm trees from the
south side of Fern Avenue and recommended installation of the four-way stop.
Staff conducted a traffic study of this intersection and recommended denial of
the request for a four-way stop based on the fact that the intersection operates
currently without significant delay and operates safely. Mr. Laaninen noted the
installation of stop signs should not be used to solve the perceived problem of
vehicles traveling excessively fast on Fern Avenue. On behalf of a number of
supporters present at the meeting, Mr. Mac Vie urged the City Council to
approve their request. Councilmember Cunningham moved to adopt Resolution
No. 5299, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands establishing
the following traffic regulations pursuant to Title 10 of the Redlands Municipal
Code: install stop signs on Fern Avenue at Lakeside Avenue, and directed staff
to study the need for crosswalks at this intersection and determine the location.
Motion seconded by Councilmember Gil and carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2315 - Recreation Fees - Ordinance No. 2315, an ordinance of
the City of Redlands amending Section 3.16 of the Redlands Municipal Code
relating to fee and service charges for the adult and youth recreation programs
and services, was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of
Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Banda, further reading
of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2315 was
introduced with unanimous Council approval and laid over under the rules with
second reading scheduled for July 2, 1996.
Resolution No. 5280 - Recreation Fees - Administrative Services Director
Pettus presented Resolution No. 5280, a resolution of the City Council of the
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City of Redlands establishing fees for adult and youth recreation services,
programs, and activities. Recreation fees are currently found in the Executive
Order; this resolution proposed by staff will formalize recreation fees through
City Council action and adjust charges to increase recovery rates.
Councilmember Gil moved to adopt Resolution No. 5280; motion seconded by
Councilmember Gilbreath and carried unanimously.
Ordinance No. 2325 - Solid Waste Rates - Municipal Utilities Director Phelps
explained that in late 1995 the Green Waste program was implemented for
single family residential customers. As a result, customers were required to
have a minimum of two containers: one for regular domestic waste and one for
green waste. In applying the currently adopted rate structure to customers after
this change, the rates were inconsistent with various levels of service (number
and capacity of containers). The residential rates proposed in Ordinance No.
2325 have been adjusted to provide consistent differences between levels of
service based on the number and capacity of containers a customer may have
and are now clearly stated in this ordinance. Bin rental rates have been
simplified, roll-off rates are more specifically defined, and the roll-off trip
charge has been increased to recover cost of service. Ordinance No. 2325, an
ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 3.66 of the Redlands
Municipal Code relating to solid waste rates, was read by title only by City
Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Cunningham, seconded by
Councilmember Gil, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously
waived, and Ordinance No. 2325 was introduced with unanimous Council
approval and laid over under the rules with second reading scheduled for July 2,
1996.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Youth Ministry and Parish Community Night - Mrs. James D. Cupert invited
Councilmembers to a Youth Ministry and Parish Community Night to be held
on Thursday, June 27, 1996, at 7:00 P.M. at Sacred Heart Church.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the City Council meeting adjourned at
8:45 P.M. The next regular meeting will be held on July 2, 1996.
City Clerk
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