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HomeMy WebLinkAbout071597-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 July 15, 1997. 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 Michael Reynolds, City Treasurer Marjie Pettus, Administrative Services Director Jeffrey L. Shaw, Community Development Director Tina Kundig, Interim Finance Director Mel Enslow, Fire Chief Gary G. Phelps, Municipal Utilities Director James R. Bueermann, Acting Police Chief Ronald C. Mutter, Public Works Director Valeria Godines, Press Enterprise Alisa Slaughter, San Bernardino County Sun Joshua Lowe, Redlands Daily Facts ABSENT None The meeting was opened with an invocation by Councilmember Gil 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 July 1, 1997, were unanimously approved as submitted. Bills and Salaries - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil,bills and salaries were unanimously ordered paid. Planning Commission Actions - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the report of the Planning Commission meeting held on July 8, 1997, was unanimously acknowledged as received. July 15, 1997 Page 1 Rejection of Bids-Bids were opened and publicly declared on June 26, 1997,by the City Clerk for the construction of gas extraction wells and associated piping at the California Street Landfill, Project No. 3-9718A, a bid opening report is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The Municipal Utilities Department reviewed the two bids received and found that both were non-responsive. The low bid was submitted by a contractor who does not possess a Class C-57 contractor's license as required by the contract documents; the second bid received was incomplete. Based on this information, the Municipal Utilities Department and the City Attorney recommended that it is in the City's best interest to reject both bids and re-advertise this project. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, this recommendation was unanimously approved. Resolution No. 5389 - Measure O Tax Rate - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 5389, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands, California, levying a tax rate for fiscal year 1.997-98 to service the annual principal, interest, and other charges relating to Measure O, the 1994 General Obligation Refunding Bonds. Resolution No. 5395 - Weed Abatement Charms - On motion of Councilmember Gil, seconded by Councilmember Larson, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5395, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands providing for the assessment of costs resulting from the abatement of weeds which constitute a fire hazard, with Councilmember Gilbreath abstaining from the vote due to a possible conflict of interest. Resolution No. 5397 - Traffic - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 5397, 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 25 feet of additional no parking zone on the east side of New York Street, south of the north U. S. Post Office driveway at 404 New York Street. Resolution No. 5398 - Traffic - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 5398, 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 52 feet of additional no parking zone on the west side of Cajon Street, north of Fern.Avenue, for an Omnitrans bus stop. Resolution No. 5399 - Traffic - On motion of Councilmember Gil, seconded by Councilmember Cunningham, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5399, a July 15, 1997 Page 2 resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands establishing speed zones for Center Street between State Street and Ridge Street, with Councilmember Gilbreath abstaining from the vote due to a possible conflict of interest. Councilmember Cunningham happily noted that this resolution lowered the speed limits for Center Street. Resolution No. 5400 - Expressing appreciation to the Police Department for pursuing this grant, Councilmember Gilbreath moved to adopt Resolution No. 5400, a resolution of the City Council authorizing the Police Chief to submit a proposal to the Office of Criminal Justice Planning for a grant application through the Serious Habitual Offender Program, and authorizing the expenditures of any funds received. Motion seconded by Councilmember Cunningham and carried unanimously. Contract - David M. Griffiths & Associates - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously approved a contract with David M. Griffiths & Associates, Ltd. to provide comprehensive State mandated cost claiming services for fiscal year 1997-98. Tolling Agreement - TCI Cablevision - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously approved a second tolling agreement with TCI Cablevision to carry through the date of October 1, 1997. Agreement - Funds - Alabama Street Septage Pits - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously authorized an agreement with the consulting firm of Woodward- Clyde to provide options and alternatives for closure of the Alabama Street Septage Pits, authorized the Mayor to sign the agreement on behalf of the City, and authorized an additional appropriation in the amount of$37,936.00 to fund the project. It was noted that under "Fiscal Impact" of the staff report that the fiscal year should read 1997-98. Settlement Agreements - Police Canine Program - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously ratified the settlement agreements with Police Officers Stephen Starr, Michael. Smith, and Michael. Rhinehart, as previously authorized by the City Council, for wages allegedly due them for canine care pursuant to the requirements of the Federal Labor Standards Act. Resolution No. 5401 - Paramedic Tax Rate - Noting the amounts assessed for the special tax for emergency paramedic service are charged at the maximum allowed as approved by the People of Redlands but that the assessments received do not cover the cost of the program, Councilmember Gilbreath moved July 15, 1997 Page 3 to adopt Resolution No. 5401, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands setting the special tax for emergency paramedic service for fiscal year 1997-98. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried unanimously. Councilmember Cunningham reiterated the City Council should place a request on the ballot to increase this special tax. Resolution No. 5402 - Personnel Appeal and Grievance Procedures - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 5402, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands amending Resolution No. 5005 and the Rules and Regulations for the Administration of a Personnel System for the City of Redlands relating to the appeal and grievance procedures. Joslyn Trust Fund - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, the City Council unanimously approved an allocation of $484.00 from the Joslyn Trust account for the purchase of educational video cassettes for the World Observers group as recommended by the Joslyn. Advisory Board on June 18, 1997. COMMUNICATIONS Annexation - Redlands East Valley High School - City Manager Luebbers reported that on May 6, 1997, the City Council reviewed the proposed annexation of the Redlands East Valley High School and considered the property tax exchange between and among the City and Council resulting from the jurisdictional change. The City Council took no action on the property tax exchange which in effect ended annexation proceedings. Since that time, discussions have continued between the City of Redlands, Redlands Unified School District, County of San Bernardino, City of Highland, and various property owners within the alternative areas under consideration for annexation. Staff has prepared two exhibits: Exhibit A shows the annexation as proposed by the Redlands Unified School District. Exhibit B represents an alternative annexation proposal which would include the Redlands East Valley High. School as well as the Sunchase Homes residential development and industrial development between Colton Avenue and Nice Avenue. Mr. Luebbers reported there had been no progress in discussions regarding funding the Colton Avenue and Wabash Avenue improvements, but that staff is continuing to pursue alternative funding sources. In response to Mayor Larson's question regarding school crossing guards, Mr. Luebbers reported staff negotiated with School District personnel to share, 50150, the $103,000.00 annual cost to provide school crossing guards. School officials declined to fund any portion of the school crossing guards' expense. Councilmembers concurred to continue this matter to September 2, 1997. July 15, 1997 Page 4 Legislative Bulletin - Mayor Larson directed staff to prepare letters of support for AB 62 (McClintock) and AB 420 (Baca). STUDY SESSION Development Impact Fees - Street and Traffic Signal Construction - Public Works Director Mutter reviewed a draft revision to the development impact fees for street and traffic signal construction. These revised fees use the traffic model developed with the General Plan revision as a basis for determining trip generation figures for different zones within the City of Redlands. Potential improvements necessitated as a result of development were also listed based on the updated General Plan. Development impact fees for streets are maintained in the Street Construction Fund (Fund 35) and are used to supplement the Measure I funds for street construction projects. Fees for traffic signals are maintained in the Traffic Signal Fund (Fund 38) and are used to supplement Measure I funds for traffic signal installation and modification projects. Development impact fees for street and traffic signal construction were originally prepared in October 1990. These fees have not been revised since they were adopted. As proposed, street fees will increase between six percent and 28 percent for residential development and about 240 percent for commercial/industrial development. Traffic signal fees will change between minus 20 percent to 85 percent for residential development and increase between 48 percent and 71 percent for commercial and industrial related development. Representing the Business Industry Association, Bob Roberts requested a meeting be scheduled with BIA officials, concerned people, and City staff to review these proposed fees. Public Works Director Mutter indicated he would schedule such a meeting. Councilmember Cunningham moved to approve the revised development impact fees for street and traffic signal construction and directed staff to prepare the appropriate ordinance for implementation of these fees. Motion seconded by Councilmember Larson and carried unanimously. .CLOSED SESSION The City Council meeting recessed at 3:44 P.M. to a Redevelopment Agency meeting and reconvened at 3:45 P.M. to a closed session to discuss the following: 1. Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(b) - one case 2. Conference with legal counsel: Existing litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(a) - City of Redlands v. County of San Bernardino (SVC 34737 and SVC 33330) July 15, 1997 Page 5 3. Conference with labor negotiator- Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency negotiator: Gary M. Luebbers Employee Organization: Redlands Association of Safety Management Employees The meeting reconvened at 7:00 P.M. RECOGNITION Sister Cities Student Delegations - Mayor Larson welcomed Kristen Arguelles, Christophe Sanchez, Luis Carlos Rodriguez, and Daniela Bribiesca and their chaperone Carmen Delgadillo from our Sister City San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Also introduced by Ellie O'Brien, Sister Cities Association President, were Sonia Choi, Kenny Hernandez, Justin Nessman, and Aaron Nessman, students from Redlands and their chaperones, Roy and Kathy Cencirulo, who will leave July 29, 1997, for two weeks in Hino, Japan, Redlands' other sister City. Former Councilmember Barbara Wormser who is also a member of the Sister Cities Association, said this was the tenth year of student exchanges between Redlands and Hino, and the third year with San Miguel de Allende. The City Council expressed their appreciation to members of the Sister Cities Association. PUBLIC HEARINGS Resolution No. 5385 - Appropriations Limit - Public hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Resolution No. 5385, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands establishing an appropriations limit of $46,761,716.00 for the fiscal year 1997-98 pursuant to Article XIIIB of the California Constitution. Interim Finance Director Kundig reported that each year the City of Redlands has consistently maintained an exceedingly wide and comfortable margin between its limits and its proceeds of taxes subject to the limit. This is attributed to annual increases to the limit based upon per capita personal income and population growth which are in excess of the increases in proceeds of tax received each year. Mayor Larson declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Gilbreath moved to adopt Resolution No. 5385. Motion seconded by Councilmember Cunningham and carried unanimously. Cypress Center Partners - Public hearings were advertised for this time and place to consider Resolution No. 5386, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands adopting General Plan Amendment No. 63, a change from Low Density Residential (0-6 units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial and Ordinance No. 2352, an ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting Zone July 15, 1997 Page 6 Change No. 362, a change of zone from A-1 (Agricultural) District to C-2 (Neighborhood Convenience Center) District, for property located east of Dearborn Street and south of Citrus Avenue on Assessor's Parcel Numbers 174- 181-13 and 14 and 174-181-02. Community Development Director Shaw said this shopping center was built with a conditional use permit in the A-1 (Agricultural) District which is allowed under the current zoning. In 1995, the City amended the General Plan to Neighborhood Commercial for the area occupied by the current shopping center building and the western portion of the parking lot. The eastern portion of the parking area and vacant property to the east of the center was designated Low Density Residential in the 1995 General Plan. The applicant is proposing to change the General Plan category on APN 174-181-02 and 174-181-14 from Low Density Residential (0-6 units per acre) to Neighborhood Commercial. This would expand the commercial designation of the General Plan to the eastern parking area and the vacant parcel directly east of the shopping center. The applicant is also proposing to change the zoning from A-1 (Agricultural) District to C-2 (Neighborhood Convenience Center) District on all three parcels. These applications are being processed because the applicant purchased the vacant parcel as a potential expansion area. This change would also make the General Plan and zoning consistent with each other and is consistent with the existing and proposed land use. Mr. Shaw noted that a drive-through restaurant would not be a permitted use. Mayor Larson declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. On behalf of the Amberly Park Homeowners Association, many of whom were present, Bill Emmerson and Robert E. Hill addressed the City Council urging them to oppose these applications. Gail Gerrard Rice, Cypress Center Partners, reassured all present they had no intention to build a fast-food restaurant, and urged approval of their applications. There being no further comments, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilmembers expressed their concerns which reflected support for the neighborhood residents and concurred to eliminate APN 174-181-02 (the triangular piece of property which is vacant land). With this understanding, Councilmember Gilbreath moved to approve the Environmental Review Committee's Negative Declaration for Resolution No. 5386 (for adoption of Amendment No. 63 to the General Plan) and Ordinance No. 2352 (Zone Change No. 362) 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 Gil and carried unanimously. Councilmember Gilbreath moved to adopt Resolution No. 5386, as amended (including APN 174-181-14 and eliminating APN 174-181-02) for General Plan Amendment No. 63. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gil and carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 2352, an ordinance of the City of Redlands July 15, 1997 Page 7 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. 362, was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Gil, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2352, as amended (covering APN 174181-13 and APN 174-181-14 and eliminating APN 174-181-02) was introduced with unanimous Council approval and laid over under the rules with second reading scheduled for August 5, 1997. Resolution No. 5396 - Parkview Terrace Apartments - Public hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider issuance by the City of Redlands bonds to refinance a 558-unit multifamily rental housing project known as "Parkview Terrace Apartments" located on approximately 32.6 acres at 1601 Barton Road. Robert Whalen, Stradling, Yocca, Carlson & Rauth, bond counsel reviewed the terms of the transaction for the City to issue $22,650,000 of Multifamily Housing Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 1997A (Parkview Terrace Apartments) and to loan the proceeds of the bonds to EWR, LLC, a California limited liability company and affiliate of the owner of the project, Evans Withycombe Residential L. P., a Delaware limited partnership. EWR, LLC (the borrower) will use the proceeds to pay off the 1991 Series A Multifamily Housing Revenue Refunding Bonds which were issued to refund the 1985 Series A Multifamily Rental Housing Revenue Bonds. Mayor Larson declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Following discussion, Councilmember Gilbreath moved to adopt Resolution No. 5396, a resolution authorizing the issuance of bonds of the City of Redlands entitled "Multifamily Housing Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 1997A (Parkview Terrace Apartments) and approving documents therefor. Motion seconded by Councilmember Cunningham and carried unanimously. July 15, 1997 Page 8 UNFINISHED BUSINESS HOME Funds - Countrywood Apartments - This matter was continued from the July 1, 1997, Council meeting. Human Services Director Pettus said the subject property is located at 1225 East Citrus Avenue known as the Countrywood Apartments. The property was acquired in 1988 by Advanced Group 200, a California Limited Partnership. At the time of acquisition, the property was in foreclosure instituted by Fidelity Federal Savings. Fidelity worked out a transaction where Advanced Group 200 would come into ownership of the property subject to their completing a certain amount of rehabilitation to the property that included painting, asphalt, and other major improvements. At this time, Countrywood Apartments are operating at a low occupancy rate. The company states this has resulted in a lack of cash flow necessary to continue the rehabilitation plans that the company intended for this 161 unit property. Advance Management Company is seeking approval from the City Council to go forward with their request in securing HOME funds in the amount of $1,086,477.00 from the Economic and Community Development Department of San Bernardino County to begin a massive rehabilitation project on the Countrywood Apartments in order to maintain the integrity of the community. On June 12, 1997, the Housing Commission voted unanimously to support this project. Further, the Commissioners recommended that a letter be written to the Economic and Community Development Department supporting Advanced Real Estate Services' effort to secure Federal HOME funds for the rehabilitation of the Countrywood Apartments. Representing Advance Management Company, Rick Julian urged the City Council to approve this request and responded to many questions from Councilmembers. Indicating he felt this was an abuse of taxpayers of this County, Councilmember Cunningham moved that the City Council deny support for Advance Real Estate Services' request for Federal HOME funds. Motion seconded by Councilmember Banda and carried with Councilmember Gilbreath voting NO. Ordinance No. 2351 - Zone Change No. 364 - Ordinance No. 2351, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Title 18 of the Redlands Municipal Code by adopting an additional land use zoning plan as part of the Official Land Use Zoning Map and effecting Zone Change No. 364, a change of zone from R- 2 (Multiple Family Residential) District to A-P (Administrative-Professional) District for 1.62 acres of land located at the southwest corner of Fern Avenue and Redlands Boulevard was given its second reading of the title 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. 2351 was adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Gilbreath, Cunningham, Gil, Banda: Mayor Larson NOES: None July 15, 1997 Page 9 ABSENT: None Ordinance No. 2353 -Police Rotational Tow Regulations - Ordinance No. 2353, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 5.80 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to police rotational tow regulations, was given its second reading of the title by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Larson, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2353 was adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Gilbreath, Cunningham, Gil, Banda; Mayor Larson NOES: None ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS Ordinance No. 2346 - Vehicle Abatement and Removal - Community Development Director Shaw informed Councilmembers there is currently an ordinance on abandoned vehicles; however, it has not been updated to reflect current State laws or present Code Enforcement operations. This proposed ordinance amendment updates and strengthens our current provisions on vehicle abatement and removal. Councilmember Gil expressed concern that code enforcement officers could abuse this legislation citing examples of collector's restoring their vehicles. William Donald Sanchez shared his interpretation of the State Attorney General's comments on private property rights. Ordinance No. 2346, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 8.56 of the Redlands Municipal Code to establish regulations for vehicle abatement and removal, was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Cunningham, seconded by Councilmember Banda, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2346 was introduced with unanimous Council approval and laid over under the rules with second reading scheduled for August 5, 1997. Ordinance No. 2356 - Abatement of Weeds and Rubbish - City Clerk Poyzer presented Ordinance No. 2356, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending the Redlands Municipal Code pertaining to abatement of weeds and rubbish. This proposed ordinance brings the Redlands Municipal Code current with. Resolution No. 5361 which sets the administrative charge for weed abatement services. It also reflects the new location of the City Council Chambers and reflects present operations. Ordinance No. 2356 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. 2356 was introduced with unanimous Council July 15, 1997 Page 10 approval and laid over under the rules with second reading scheduled for August 5, 1997. Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 - Public Works Director Mutter explained that Section 22525 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California requires than an Engineer's Report be prepared and filed annually outlining the assessments to be levied against benefiting properties. The process requires that two meetings be held by the City Council; one is a public meeting to review the report in concept and the other is a noticed public hearing. The preliminary report for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 was presented to the City Council on June 3, 1997. The City Council adopted Resolution No. 5374 granting preliminary approval to the Engineer's Report and Resolution No. 5375 declaring its intention to levy and collect assessments for fiscal year 1997-98 pursuant to the Lighting and Landscaping Act of 1972. Public hearing on this matter has been advertised for August 5, 1997, at 7:00 P.M. Street Lighting Maintenance District No 1 - Public Works Director Mutter explained that Section 22525 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California requires than an Engineer's Report be prepared and filed annually outlining the assessments to be levied against benefiting properties. The process requires that two meetings be held by the City Council; one is a public meeting to review the report in concept and the other is a noticed public hearing. The preliminary report for Street Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 was presented to the City Council on June 3, 1997.. The City Council adopted Resolution No. 5378 granting preliminary approval to the Engineer's Report and Resolution No. 5379 declaring its intention to levy and collect assessments for fiscal year 1997-98 pursuant to the Lighting and Landscaping Act of 1972. Public hearing on this matter has been advertised for August 5, 1997,. at 7:00 P.M. Ordinance No. 2357 - Cablevision Franchise Agreement - City Attorney McHugh and Jerry Hanson presented the proposed ordinance approving a franchise agreement with TCI Cablevision which has been the focus of negotiations for several months. Stan McKenzie, General Manager, TCI Cablevision, Inc. summarized the agreement noting this was a win-win situation for TCI and the residents of Redlands. Councilmembers expressed their appreciation to Mr. Hanson (and his wife Sandy) for their efforts on this project. Ordinance No. 2357, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands approving a franchise agreement with TCI Cablevision and repealing Ordinance No. 2299, was read by title only 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. 2357 was July 15, 1997 Page 11 introduced with unanimous Council approval and laid over under the rules with second reading scheduled for August 5, 1997. LATE BREAKING ITEM Proclamation - Equal Parents' Week - City Clerk Poyzer presented a request received earlier in the day via facsimile requesting the preparation of a proclamation for Equal Parents' Week for presentation on July 28, 1997, at an event to be celebrated at the Rancho Cucamonga City Hall. Noting that the need to take action was immediate, Councilmember Larson moved to add the this request to the agenda which arose subsequent to the agenda being posted. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath and carried unanimously. Following brief discussion, Councilmember Larson moved to authorize preparation of this proclamation. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gil and carried unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENTS San Timoteo Creek Flood Control Project - On behalf of the San Timoteo Greenway Conservancy, Peter Coonradt distributed copies of a news article printed in The Sun on July 9, 1997, regarding action taken by the Loma Linda City Council to back the Army Corps of Engineer's concrete design for the San Timoteo Creek channel rather than continue working toward an environmental alternative. Mr. Coonradt expressed their dismay and disappointment that the Loma Linda City Council repudiated the agreement signed on February 25, 1997, in which they pledged to collaborate with the Greenway Conservancy and the City of Redlands in search for flood control solutions that would protect and restore natural resources upstream from Barton Road. Greenway Conservancy member Gary George invited Redlands' Councilmembers to a workshop scheduled for July 19, 1997, to be held at SSRI regarding this matter. Filming Permit Regulations - Mr. William Donald Sanchez expressed concern that KVCR-TV did not obtain a permit from the City to film the Harps Festival at the Redlands Bowl on July 8, 1997, and he felt this was an invasion of privacy. July 15, 1997 Page 12 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business and it being 85 degrees in the Council Chambers, the City Council meeting adjourned at 9:11 P.M. The next regular meeting will be held on August 5, 1997. City Clerk July 15, 1997 Page 13