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HomeMy WebLinkAbout041602-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 April 16, 2002. PRESENT Karl N. (Kasey) Haws, Mayor Susan Peppler, Mayor Pro Tem Pat Gilbreath, Councilmember Gary George, Councilmember Jon.Harrison, Councilmember ABSENT None STAFF John Davidson, City Manager; Daniel J. McHugh, City Attorney; Lorrie Poyzer, City Clerk; Beatrice Sanchez, Deputy City Clerk (evening session); Michael Reynolds, City Treasurer; Jim Bueermann, Police Chief, Larry E. Burgess, Library Director (afternoon session); Mel Enslow, Fire Chief; Bonnie Johnson, Finance Director; Ronald C. Mutter, Public Works Director; Karen Olsen, Personnel Director; Gary G. Phelps, Municipal Utilities Director; and John Jaquess, Acting Community Development Director. The meeting was opened with an invocation by Councilmember Harrison followed by the pledge of allegiance. PRESENTATIONS Mission Aviation Fellowship - Dr. Gary Bishop, President and CEO of Mission Aviation Fellowship, presented a framed resolution from his Board of Directors to members of the City Council to represent an appreciation vote of thanksgiving for assisting Mission Aviation Fellowship in the development of their Redlands campus by granting a parcel of land as a gift to them. On behalf of the City Council, staff, and Mayor Emeritus Pat Gilbreath, Mayor Haws accepted the resolution. Proclamation- Earthquake Preparedness Month- On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Haws presented a proclamation declaring the month of April as "Earthquake Preparedness Month" to Fire Chief Enslow and encouraged all citizens of Redlands to be prepared and to join with the City of Redlands Fire Department/Office of Emergency Service in encouraging all residents to increase their knowledge and awareness of proper safety measures to follow before, during and after an earthquake. Fire Chief Enslow informed Councilmembers that his staff is capable and ready to respond in a disaster situation. Northside Library - Marc Futterman, CIVICTechnologies, Inc., ran a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Redlands Library System: Planning for the Future" to address the need for a library on the north side of Redlands. A task April 16,2002 Page 1 force has been formed; its membership consists of Library Director Burgess, a member of the A. K. Smiley Public Library Board, a member of the Friends of the Library, Mayor Pro Tem Peppler, Councilmember Harrison, City Manager Davidson, Redlands Unified School District Superintendent Bob Hodges and a member of the School Board, Kathryn Thomerson from Frugal Frigate, Maurice Calderon, and Ed Flores. Mr. Futterman concluded is lengthy presentation recommending the City Council consider the following: 1. acknowledge the task force; 2. consider an affordable phased approach; 3. direct staff to prepared the following for action at the May 7, 2002, City Council meeting: library planning consultant request for proposals; program coordinator/manager request for proposals; preliminary site identification; and action plan, schedule and budget to submit a Bond Act application for March 2003; and 4. expect to receive on May 7, 2002, his final report for review and approval. Councilmember Gilbreath expressed concern about the population projection included in this report and felt we needed more realistic numbers; she noted she was having to balance needs with the finances available. Councilmember George noted we probably can obtain the capital but is concerned about on- going operation costs. Bill Hardy, President of the Library Board, informed Councilmembers there were important differences with Mr. Futterman's recommendation and the Library Board's thoughts, but that hopefully these will be worked out before May 7, 2002. Alameda Corridor East - Ty Schuiling, Director of Planning and Programming, San Bernardino Associated Governments, presented an overview of the Alameda Corridor East and the benefits to be derived in San Bernardino County. CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the minutes of the regular meeting of April 2, 2002, were approved as submitted. Bills and Salaries - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison,payment of bills and salaries was acknowledged. Planning Commission Actions - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the report of the Planning Commission meeting held on April 9, 2002, was acknowledged as received. Tentative Tract No. 12382 - CUP No. 685 -Walter Danielson Family- On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously found that the extension of time for Tentative Tract April 16,2002 Page 2 No. 12382 and Conditional Use Permit No. 685 does not require further environmental processing, pursuant to Section 15162 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, based on the findings contained in the staff report. On motion of Councilmember Peppier, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously granted a one year extension of time for Tentative Tract No. 12382 to May 18, 2003, based upon the findings contained in the staff report. On motion of Councilmember Peppier, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously granted a one year extension of time for Conditional Use Permit No. 685 to May 18, 2003, based upon the findings contained in the staff report. Mural - Parking Structure- On motion of Councilmember Peppier, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously approved the recommendation of the Downtown Redlands Business Association's Advisory Board to enhance the appearance of the public parking structure located at Citrus Avenue and Fifth Street and authorized staff to proceed with a decorative and informative mural to be painted on the northern fagade of said parking structure. Fee Waiver- Showmobile- On motion of Councilmember Peppier, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously authorized a waiver of $450.00 in fees for The Kingsbury Elementary School Parent Teacher Association for the one day use of the Showmobile providing that certain other requirements noted in the rental contract are met for towing, set-up, a deposit, insurance coverage, and rental period. Agreements - Redlands Sports Park - Mayor Haws reviewed the revised Maintenance and Operations Agreement and the License Agreement with Big League Dreams Redlands, LLC for the Redlands Sports Park noting each responsible City department associated with this project has reviewed and approved these documents. Representing The Redlands Association, Bill Cunningham expressed their concerns about these agreements. Councilmember George thanked Big League Dreams for the language changes addressing his concerns expressed at the last meeting; he also noted his stance on the spreading ponds. Councilmember Gilbreath said she could not support this agreement because of the language in Section 6.3, Depreciation Reserve Account. Finance Director Johnson addressed Councilmember Gilbreath's concerns and Scott LeTellier, attorney for Big League Dreams, explained the depreciation reserve account and the definition of capital improvements. Councilmember Haws moved to approve the Maintenance and Operations Agreement and the License Agreement with Big League Dreams Redlands, LLC for the Redlands Sports Complex and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the document on behalf of the City. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppier and carried with Councilmember Gilbreath voting NO. April 16,2002 Page 3 Resolution No. 6038 - Waiver of Fees Policy - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6038, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands establishing a Policy for consideration of all requests for waiver of fees in the City of Redlands. Proclamation - National Infant Immunization Week - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously authorized issuance of a proclamation declaring the month of May as Infant and Toddler Immunization Month. Grant Agreement - Airport Improvements - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously approved the California Aid to Airports Program Grant agreement with the State of California for a portion of the match for Redlands Municipal Airport Federal Airport Improvement Program Grant No. 3-06-0195-05 and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the document on behalf of the City. Funds - Agreement - Redlands Municipal Airport - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved a consultant services agreement with CAL-WEST Consultants for providing geotechnical and pavement engineering services at the Redlands Municipal Airport and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the document on behalf of the City. Funds - Agreement - Street Improvements - Councilmember Harrison asked if the street improvement plans included bike lanes. Public Works Director Mutter responded that this agreement is for off-site only but that his goal is to have bikeways in the Sports Park. Councilmember Harrison moved to approve a consultant services agreement with Hicks and Hartwick, Inc. for street improvements plans for San Bernardino Avenue and Wabash Avenue, near the Redlands Sports Park property; authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the document on behalf of the City; and approve an appropriation of$18,400.00 for this project. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Agreement - Los Gauchos Soccer Club - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously approved a rental agreement with Los Gauchos Soccer Club for use of Crafton Park and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the document on behalf of the City. Contract - Wireless Demonstration Project - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously approved the Updated Wireless Demonstration Project contract, utilizing cutting-edge technology in identification and information systems, with April 16,2002 Page 4 Hennepin (Minnesota) County Sheriffs Department, Ontario California Police Department, and the Redlands Police Department. Agreement - Proposed Well Field - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously approved a professional services agreement with Richard C. Slade & Associates LLC to perform a water well feasibility and hydrogeologic study for the proposed Orange Street Well Field, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the document on behalf of the City. Funds - Litter and Recycling Containers - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison the City Council unanimously authorized the purchase of litter and recycling containers from. Mills Engineering and approved an additional appropriation in the amount of $19,492.00 for implementation of a California Department of Conservation funded beverage container and recycling project. Agreement - Mutual Water Company Stock Purchase - On motion of Councilmember Haws, seconded by Councilmember George, the City Council approved the purchase of 996 shares of Bear Valley Mutual Water Company stock from Quinn Enterprises for a total price of$124,500.00 and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an agreement for sale of water stock on behalf of the City, with Councilmember Gilbreath having left the Council Chambers and abstaining from the vote due to a potential conflict of interest. Funds - FERC Relicensing - On motion of Councilmember Haws, seconded by Councilmember George, the City Council approved funding of the City's continued participation in the Task Force of Water Agencies supporting the FERC Relicensing of Southern California Edison's hydroelectric power generating stations on Mill Creek and the Santa Ana River, with Councilmember Gilbreath having left the Council Chambers and abstaining from the vote due to a potential conflict of interest. Mutual Water Company Stock Leases - On motion of Councilmember Haws, seconded by Councilmember George, the City Council approved leases for Bear Valley Mutual Water Company stock from San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District (14,500 shares), Western Water Company (4,950 shares), David Knight (1,000 shares), and Arnold and Margaret Wright (918 shares) for the 2002-03 water delivery season, with Councilmember Gilbreath having left the Council Chambers and abstaining from the vote due to a potential conflict of interest. On motion of Councilmember Haws, seconded by Councilmember George, the City Council approved the lease of 60 shares of Crafton Water Company stock to R. Craig Wesson, 20 shares of Crafton Water Company stock to Wayne Mishak, and 98 shares of Crafton Heights Pipeline Company stock to Bear Valley Mutual Water Company for the 2002-03 water delivery season, April 16,2002 Page 5 with Councilmember Gilbreath having left the Council Chambers and abstaining from the vote due to a potential conflict of interest. Resolution No. 6036 - Salary- On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6036, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands establishing a salary schedule and compensation plan for City employees and rescinding Resolution No. 5985. Promissory Note - Trolley Car Barn - On motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously authorized execution of the documents to extend the due date on the note and deed of trust for two years for property located at 746 East Citrus Avenue, known as the Trolley Car Barn, for Jose Herrera. COMMUNICATIONS Appointments - Citrus Preservation Commission - Mayor Haws moved to nominate J. Richard Leonard, Edmund D. Patterson, Jr., and Robert K. Scholton for reappointment to additional four-year terms on the Citrus Preservation Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and carried unanimously. Mayor Haws moved to nominate Bob Best to a four-year term on the Citrus Preservation Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and carried unanimously. Appointment - Historic and Scenic Preservation Commission - Mayor Haws moved to nominate Eric R. Shamp to fill the expired term of Ruth Cook to January 18, 2003, on the Historic and Scenic Preservation Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and carried unanimously. Funds - IEEP Membership - City Manager Davidson reminded Councilmembers that Teri Ooms, Executive Directors of the Inland Empire Economic Partnership (IEEP) made presentations on February 5, 2002, to the Chamber of Commerce's Economic Development Committee and on April 2, 2002, to the City Council outlining the operations and benefits associated with the City becoming an active member of IEEP. Following her presentation to the City Council, the discussion was continued for two weeks in order to explore the possibility of the Chamber of Commerce and the City "sharing" in the annual IEEP membership expense. On April 10, 2002, the Chamber of Commerce's Executive Board met to discuss the level of financial involvement the Chamber should have associated with the proposed IEEP membership. After considerable discussion and review, the Executive Board decided that the Chamber should not contribute financially; their position was that the Chamber of Commerce contributes in many ways towards the economic development, health, and stability of the City through other types of"in-kind" services. Jim Macdonald, president of the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, informed Councilmembers April 16,2002 Page 6 the Chamber of Commerce would continue to offer non-financial support and was still willing to work as a liaison with IEEP. Mayor Haws said he felt this matter should be discussed during the budget process, but voted with his fellow Councilmembers. Councilmember Gilbreath moved that the City of Redlands become a member of the Inland Empire Economic Partnership (IEEP) and authorized the expenditure of$16,533.66 for that purpose. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and carried unanimously. April 16,2002 Page 7 Arbor Day Activities - Public Works Director Mutter reported the Street Tree Committee has scheduled tree planting on April 27, 2002, in Community Field in observance of Arbor Day. Councilmember Harrison stated he has enjoyed working with Public Works Director Mutter and members of the Street Tree Committee. Ed Hales Park - Private Walkway - Public Works Director Mutter reported a request has been received on behalf of Ozel Jewelers for permission to construct and utilize a walkway through a portion of Ed Hales Park (located at the northeast corner of State and Fifth Streets) in order to provide access to a proposed new doorway on the side of the building adjacent to the park. Staff has reviewed this proposal and identified several concerns and suggested an appropriate agreement be developed between the applicant and the City regarding these issues prior to final approval of this request. It was also suggested the plans be reviewed by the Planning Commission prior to approval. Representing the applicant, Bill Cloud explained the proposed project. Councilmember Harrison suggested asking the Historic and Scenic Preservation. Commission to also review the plans. Councilmember George moved to continue this request until staff is comfortable returning with a recommendation. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Resolution No. 6033 - Traffic - Public Works Director Mutter reported the Traffic and Parking Commission voted unanimously on March 28, 2002, to recommended to the City Council approval of the following: 1. Install stop sign on Ford Street at Reservoir Road for southwest bound traffic. 2. Install stop signs and crosswalks on Palo Alto Drive at Puesta Del Sol Drive and La Solana Drive. 3. Establish no parking zone for 185 feet on the south side of Palo Alto Drive, on the west side of Puesta Del Sol Drive, and for 138 feet on the north side of Palo Alto Drive on the east side of La Solana Drive. 4. Establish passenger loading zone for approximately 180 feet on the north side of Palo Alto Drive, adjacent to Mariposa Elementary School beginning at the easterly drive approach and heading west. 5. Install multi-stop at Citrus Avenue and Nevada Street. Public Works Director Mutter reported staff recommended the following: 1. Denial of the request for the installation of a single stop sign on Ford Street. 2. Denial of the request for a stop sign and crosswalk at Palo Alto Drive and La Solana Drive and approval of the request for a stop sign at Palo Alto Drive and Puesta Del Sol Drive. 3. Notification of the affected residents before establishing a no parking zone on Palo Alto Drive and to sign the zone for "no parking during school hours." April 16,2002 Page 8 4. Approval of the request to create a passenger loading zone on Palo Alto Drive with signs reading "no parking, passenger loading and unloading only, no unattended vehicles, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, during school." 5. Approval of the request to install a multi-stop at Citrus Avenue and Nevada Street. Public Works Director Mutter explained, at length, each request and staffs recommendations. Chuck Alexander, chairman of the Traffic and Parking Commission, explained their recommendations. Following discussion, Councilmember Gilbreath moved to adopt Resolution No. 6033, 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: 1. Install stop signs on Palo Alto Drive at Puesta Del Sol Drive and La Solana Drive. 2. Install a multi-way stop at Citrus Avenue and Nevada Street. 3. Create a no parking zone for 185 feet on the south side of Palo Alto Drive on the west side of Puesta Del Sol Drive, and for 138 feet on the north side of Palo Alto Drive on the east side of La Solana Drive and install four posted signs reading "NO PARKING ANY TIME DURING SCHOOL HOURS." 4. Create a passenger loading zone for approximately 180 feet on the north side of Palo Alto Drive, adjacent to Mariposa Elementary School beginning at the easterly drive approach and heading west and install three posted signs reading "NO PARKING, PASSENGER LOADING AND UNLOADING ONLY, NO UNATTENDED VEHICLES, 7:00 AM TO 4:00 PM, DURING SCHOOL." Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. JOINT MEETING-CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Resolution No. 6035 - First Time Home Buyer Program - Councilmember George moved to adopt Resolution No. 6035, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands authorizing the use of low- and moderate-income housing funds outside the Redlands Project Area for a First Time Home Buyer loan. agreement which will be acted upon by the Board of Directors of the Redevelopment Agency. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment Agency minutes for April 16, 2002.) CLOSED SESSION The City Council meeting recessed at 6:00 P.M. to continue the Redevelopment Agency meeting and reconvened at 6:02 P.M. to a closed session to discuss the following: 1. Conference with labor negotiator-Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency negotiator: John Davidson Employee organization:Redlands Association of Management Employees April 16,2002 Page 9 2. Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(b) - one case 3. Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(c) -Two cases 4. Conference with real property negotiator - Government Code Section 54956.8 a. Property: APN 292-184-03 Negotiating parties: Jim Bueermann and Surenda Patel Under negotiation: Terms and price b. Property: APN 292-184-02 Negotiating parties: Jim Bueermann and Allen Dangermond Under negotiation: Terms and price c. Property: APN 169-21.3-01 Negotiating parties: Jim Bueermann and Surenda Patel Under negotiation: Terms and price The meeting reconvened at 7:00 P.M. ANNOUNCEMENTS/REPORTS Mayor Haws reported he had the pleasure of drawing the winner's name for a new car for the Krikorian Theatre Academy Awards winners' contest; he attended the grand opening of Becton Dickinson's new distribution center on San Bernardino Avenue; and worked with staff on the Sports Park agreements which were approved earlier in this meeting. Mayor Haws invited the public to the annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast which will be held on May 2, 2002, at the University of Redlands. Mayor Haws announced he and City Manager Davidson will "flip the burgers" at an employee appreciation day barbeque to be held on May 2, 2002, in Smiley Park. Mayor Pro Tem Peppler reported she attended the dedication of the Firefighters' Memorial in Sacramento with Fire Chief Enslow and his family and City Manager Davidson. She also attended the Redlands East Valley High School Career Day event. Councilmember George represented the City at the Cesar Chavez breakfast in San Bernardino, and attended another meeting of the Charitable Resources Coalition. He invited people to come to the Cinco de Mayo celebration to be held in downtown Redlands on Sunday, May 5, 2002. Councilmember Harrison reported he is working with the Redlands Conservancy to rehabilitate and sell as low-income housing a structure on Alta Street, and assisting a resident in the preparation of an application for grant monies for planning, design, and specifications for a linear park and trail system through Redlands. Councilmember Gilbreath continues to represent the City at SANBAG meetings addressing transportation issues. Councilmember Gilbreath announced a meeting of the Business and Economic Advisory Commission will be held on April 23, 2003, at 8:00 A.M. in the Chamber of Commerce's meeting room to discuss the pedestrian area with property owners in the Mitten Building area. April 16,2002 Page 10 LAND USE AND PUBLIC HEARINGS Conditional Use Permit No. 744 - Iglesia del Dios Vivo, Columna Apovo de la Verdad, La Luz Del Mundo, Applicant - Public notices were published to consider a draft mitigated negative declaration and public hearings for Socio- Economic Cost Benefit Study for the construction of a religious institution which consists of a 5,512 square foot building on 86.05 acres located at 28899 San Timoteo Canyon Road (in the existing ranch known as Rancho Caballo, Assessor Parcel Numbers 294-1.01-1.1, 12, 1.3 and 14) in the A-1 (Agricultural) District. City Planner Jaquess explained the applicant has proposed to construct a religious institution on an existing horse ranch call EI Caballo Ranch in San Timoteo Canyon. The facility would be located entirely within the horse ranch. The facility's name roughly translates as the "Church of God, Life, Foundation and Support of the Truth for the Light of the World." Mayor Haws declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. A representative of the applicant was present to answer questions. There being no further comments, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Peppler moved to approve the Environmental Review Committee's Mitigated Negative Declaration for Conditional Use Permit No. 744 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 Harrison and carried unanimously. Councilmember Peppler moved to approve the Socio-Economic Cost/Benefit Study for Conditional Use Permit No. 744 as it has been determined that this project will not create unmitigable physical blight or overburden public services in the community and that no additional information or evaluation is needed. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and carried unanimously. Councilmember Peppler moved to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 744 based on the findings contained in the staff report. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Corrections Re-entry Facility - Police Chief Bueermann reported that for the last 18 months, the Redlands Police Department has been working with the State Department of Corrections, Parole and Community Services Division to enhance Redlands' safety by working together on issues of parole re-entry. This work has lead the Police Department to believe that establishing a community corrections parole re-entry facility in Redlands will enhance the Police Department's ability to control crime in Redlands. The Police Department is seeking the City Council's approval of the re-entry facility in Redlands concept and authorization to begin formal negotiations with the State Department of Corrections and any public or private entities the Police Department deems April 16,2002 Page 11 necessary to facility the establishment, and successful operation, of such a facility in Redlands. The City will not be obligated to approve any particular contract or agreement in furtherance of this concept unless the Police Department brings such issue, contract or agreement before the City Council, and it is appropriately approved. In addition, the Police Department will keep the City Manager, City Attorney, and any other appropriate City official April 16,2002 Page 12 appraised of developments in the process to establish such a facility. He then provided information through a lengthy PowerPoint presentation about this proposal. Police Chief Bueermann introduced Redlands Police Officer Rachel Kelly and Parole Officer Adela Gonzales, who are working with parolees in Redlands and urged the City Council to approve this concept. Former Councilmember Gilberto Gil, who is now a supervisor for re-entry facilities with the State Department of Corrections, Parole and Community Services Division, spoke in support of the project. David Dangermond who owns the property adjacent to the proposed site also spoke in support of this project. Speaking from the audience in support of the project were: Judy Burton, Leanora Sims, Reverend Don Wallace, Redlands' Mayor Emeritus Carole Beswick, Reverend Anthony Green, Reverend Joe DeRoulhac, Reverend Felix Roger Jones, III, Ed Flores, George Riday, Lupe Sanchez, Joseph Rodriguez, Pastor Ray Turner, Bruce Laycook, Laurence K. Wormser, Bishop B. B. Brown, Bishop Herman Hubbard, and Sharon Guggisberg. Steve Guggisberg had several questions and comments for the City Council to consider, such as why were the school district boundaries being used, would a 25 bed facility be adequate, suggested a shorter commitment with an evaluation time limit, and a survey of the cities using the program. Roger Poyzer, noted everything Police Chief Bueermann said was right but thought the program as proposed is very expensive and felt the City could do better by privatizing. Police Chief Bueermann clarified some of the financial points of the proposal stating no General Fund monies would be expended and only one police officer would be assigned to the facility and that the other civilian employees would be employed by the State Department of Corrections. Stating the concept was good, Councilmember Gilbreath expressed concerns about its affordability. Councilmember Harrison said the concept makes sense but wanted more information about its cost. Councilmember Peppler wanted to know why no other police agency runs a re-entry facility. Councilmember George wanted proof the City could afford this project. Mayor Haws supported the concept and wanted to proceed and get more information. He then moved to approve the concept of a possible community corrections re-entry facility in Redlands and authorized the Police Department to begin negotiations to establish a community corrections re-entry facility in Redlands. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and carried unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENTS None forthcoming. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the City Council meeting adjourned at 9:43 P.M. The next regular meeting will be held on May 7, 2002. April 16,2002 Page 13 City Clerk April 16,2002 Page 14