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HomeMy WebLinkAbout012103-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 January 21, 2003. 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 (afternoon session); Tom Fitzmaurice, Police Captain (evening session); Larry Burgess, Library Director (afternoon session); John Habant, Deputy Fire Chief, Bonnie Johnson, Finance Director; Ronald C. Mutter, Public Works Director; Karen Olsen, Personnel Director (afternoon session); Gary G. Phelps, Municipal Utilities Director; Douglas Headrick, Water Resources Chief(evening session); and Jeffrey L. Shaw, Community Development Director. The meeting was opened with an invocation by Councilmember Gilbreath followed by the pledge of allegiance. PRESENTATIONS California Partnership Award - Maureen O'Keefe Hodge, Building A Generation, proudly presented the California Community Partnership Award to the City of Redlands and the Redlands Police Department on behalf of Building A Generation. The award is sponsored by the Cities, Counties and Schools Partnership and the California Center for Civic Renewal and awards excellence in programs for community collaboration among California's schools, cities, counties and community-based organizations. Donation - Scoreboard - As City Council liaison, Councilmember Harrison introduced a recommendation of the Parks Commission to accept the donation of a scoreboard for Field No. 3 at Community Park in memory of Mike Turner, a coach for the Redlands Baseball for Youth program who passed away about three years ago. Public Works Director Mutter reported the Parks Commission reviewed the offer from Dave Eason, Redlands Baseball for Youth. Mike Turner, a coach for the Redlands Baseball for Youth, died about three years ago. Donations were received in his memory and the organization discussed the donations with Mrs. Turner and a decision was made to request permission to purchase and install an electronic scoreboard on Field No. 3 at Community Park. The scoreboard would include a sign indicated it was donated in memory January 21,2003 Page 1 of Mike Turner. Mr. Eason also addressed the City Council noting the addition of scoreboards at Community Field was a goal set by the Redlands Baseball for Youth and this would be a great benefit to the community. Mayor Haws expressed gratitude to the Turner Family. Councilmember Harrison moved to approve the recommendation of the Parks Commission and accepted the donation of a scoreboard for Field No. 3 at Community Park in memory of Mike Turner. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Employee Service - Introductions were made by the department heads and Mayor Haws presented five year service pins to: Bonnie Johnson, Finance Director; Shayna Hutchinson, Police Department; Denny Sattler, Bureau, Police Department; Anna Pearson, A. K. Smiley Public Library; Carlos Navarro, Parks Division, Public Works Department; Michael Finn, Street Division, Public Works Department; Michael Foster, Street Division, Public Works Department; John Smith, Solid Waste Division, Municipal Utilities Department; and Buddy Thornton, Wastewater Division, Municipal Utilities Department. A ten year service pin was presented to: Joni Miller, Personnel Division. Fifteen year service pins were presented to: Mary Huntoon, Finance Department; Annette Dawkins, Equipment Maintenance Division, Finance Department; Camillia De La Torre, Police Department; Steve Dickey, Police Department; John Vindiola, Wastewater Division, Municipal Utilities Department; Steven Howell, Water Division, Municipal Utilities Department; and Gina Schilke, Water Division, Municipal Utilities Department. Twenty-five year service pins were presented to: Dee Baer, Police Department; Roger DeVault, Police Department; Fred Geusen,Fire Department; and Paul Simpson, Fire Department. Employee of the Quarter - City Manager Davidson introduced the following nominees for the Employee of the Quarter award: Category: Field Carlos Navarro Tree Trimmer II Public Works Department Category: Safety Mark Brannen Police Corporal Police Department Bob Bischoff Fire Engineer Fire Department Stephen Kurz Police Officer Police Department Ricky Smith Police Detective Police Department Al Stevens Fire Captain Fire Department Terry Welsh Firefighter/Paramedic Fire Department January 21,2003 Page 2 Category: Administration Susan Bergamo Customer Service Representative Municipal Utilities Department Ruth Breslin Administrative Secretary Police Department Mayor Haws presented a plaque with the City seal to the selected employees of the quarter as follows: Carlos Navarro - Mr. Navarro was nominated three times this quarter by employees who worked with him during his recent temporary assignment as supervisor in the Street Trees Division as he went well beyond all of the expectation of the department in fulfilling these duties. He was identified as a genuine person who is eager to go the extra mile to answer questions and assist others. He was recognized for his dedication,perseverance and commitment. Terry Welsh - Firefighter/Paramedic Welsh was nominated three times this quarter for going above and beyond the call of duty by heading up several specialized programs to benefit our community such as the CERT program, the Neighbornet program, and the Vile and Life program. His work ethic and attention to detail is second to none. He is also thought to be the most generous and kind person you will ever meet. Susan Bergamo - Ms. Bergamo was nominated for her exceptional efforts to increase commercial recycling. This effort is demonstrated by her interaction with new customers and her attempt to provide an analysis of costs to demonstrate the economic incentive associated with recycling. She has compiled a list of existing accounts to target for recycling services, and her efforts have resulted in a noticeable increase in recycling accounts. She is a credit the City and was recognized for her exceptional performance. Employee of the Year - The following employees have been honored this past year as Employee of the Quarter: Mike Garcia Water/Line Fire Specialist Municipal. Utilities Department Carlos Pimentel Police Sergeant Police Department Derek Schott Recreation Program Coordinator Police Department Susan Bergamo Customer Service Representative Municipal Utilities Department Carlos Navarro Tree Trimmer II Public Works Department Terry Welsh Firefighter/Paramedic Fire Department January 21,2003 Page 3 From this honored group of employees, Mayor Haws presented a plaque with the City seal to the selected Employee of the Year: Derek Schott - Described by his nominees, Mr. Schott is a terrific employee. He has always taken his responsibilities seriously, and no mater what is asked of him, he givens 100 percent more. His personality draws kids; his humor, compassion and understanding keep them with the Recreation Division. He is a leader and a mentor for the youth as well as the staff. Kids seek him out to tell him about their day at school, share a good grade on a test, tell him a joke, and clamor for his attention. He and his wife have used their own time and money to take the Community Center kids with limited financial resources out for their birthdays. No one believes in the importance of youth recreation more than Derek Schott. He is an example and an inspiration to others. Manager of the Year - City Manager Davidson announced the following employees were nominated for Manager of the Year: Bill Cranfill Police Lieutenant Police Department Marjie Pettus Community Service Division Manager Police Department Denny Sattler Community Services Superintendent Police Department John Smith Landfill Supervisor Municipal.Utilities Department Tom Steele Accounting Manager Finance Department From this honored group of employees, Mayor Haws presented a plaque with. the City seal to the Manager of the Year: Denny Sattler - Unfortunately, Mr. Sattler was serving on jury duty and was not able to attend this meeting. Mr. Sattler is a very compassionate person and sensitive to everyone's needs. His open door policy and availability for consultations is relieving and motivating. He has a lot of patience and common sense and can instantly analyze a situation without any forewarning. He treats everyone equally and always has something good to say about everyone and everything. He is considered a miracle worker by his peers. When they find themselves in need, he finds the solution and makes it look easy. His staff feels they could call him a Recreation angel; he is truly one in a million when it comes to superintendents. CONSENT CALENDAR January 21,2003 Page 4 Councilmember George left the City Council Chambers at 3:26 P.M. and did not participate in the votes under the consent calendar items. Minutes - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the minutes of the regular meeting of January 7, 2003, were approved by AYE votes of all present as submitted. Bills and Salaries - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler,payment of bills and salaries was acknowledged. Planning Commission Actions - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the report of the Planning Commission meeting held on January 1.4, 2003, was acknowledged as received. Ordinance No. 2503 - CUPs and Variances - Ordinance No. 2503, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 18.192 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to conditional use permits and Chapter 1.8.196 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to variances, was adopted by AYE votes of all present on motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler. Ordinance No. 2525 - EVCSP - Ordinance No. 2525, an ordinance of the City of Redlands repealing Ordinances Nos. 2295, 2320, 2321, 2322, 2364, 2432, 2444, 2473, 2479, 2486, 2488, 2496, 2500, and 2508 relating to the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 40), was adopted by AYE votes of all present on motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler. (Resolution No. 6105, approved January 7, 2003, adopted the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan, also known as Specific Plan No. 40.) Agreement - Tract No. 16310 - Final Approval - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council approved by AYE votes of all present a subdivision improvement agreement for Tract No. 16310, a subdivision, in conjunction with Specific Plan No. 55, comprised of 50 single family lots on 5.28 acres generally located on the south side of Fern Avenue, east of LaVerne Street (Alexander Community, applicant). On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council accepted Tract No. 16310 and granted final approval to authorize recordation with the County Recorder by AYE votes of all present. Settlement Agreement - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council approved by AYE votes of all present a settlement and release agreement with Ernie Torres and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City. Fee Waiver - Redlands Area Historical Society - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council waived the Joslyn Senior Center rental fee, Smiley Park reservation fee, banner permit fee, January 21,2003 Page 5 and the barricade/road closed rental fee for the 2003 Redlands Heritage Home Tour and Quilt Show to be held on May 10, 2003, by AYE votes of all present. Trails Committee - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council rescinded, by AYE votes of all present, its action taken at the January 7, 2003, meeting to form an Ad Hoc Trails Committee with the understanding that the City Council still encourages these persons to get together and provide the City Council with their recommendations as delineated in the City Council meeting held on that date. Funds - Contract - Citrus Avenue Street Tree Project - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council approved by AYE votes of all present a contract for design and construction of Southern California Edison improvements for the Citrus Avenue Street Tree Project. The fiscal year 2002-03 budget contains adequate funds for this work. Robert Carothers Lane - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council approved by AYE votes of all present the recommendation of the Parks Commission from their meeting held on December 12, 2002, and named the park maintenance road from Cajon Street to the Sewall Theatre to "Robert Carothers Lane." Resolution No. 6121 - Grant Application - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 6121, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands authorizing a grant application to the State of California Business Transportation and Housing Agency for funds to install five in-pavement pedestrian activated, lighted crosswalks at four elementary schools and the crosswalk at the Civic Center by AYE votes of all present. Agreement - DASH - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council approved by AYE votes of all present an independent contractor agreement with Developing Aging Solutions with Heart (DASH), Inc. to support the Community Development Block Grant Funds' award approved by the City Council on February 28, 2002, and insuring reimbursement of City funds paid to DASH, Inc. West Redlands Water Company - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council approved the purchase of 12.5 shares of West Redlands Water Company stock from Alan and Robin Gotta for a total price of$20,587.50 by AYE votes of all present. Ordinance No. 2532 - Mobilehome Rent Control - Ordinance No. 2532, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 5.48 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to Mobilehome Rent Control and providing for the January 21,2003 Page 6 consolidation of the Mobilehome Rent Review Board and the Housing Commission, was adopted on motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler,by AYE votes of all present. Agreement - COMPASS Project - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council approved by AYE votes of all present an agreement for contractual services with MoosePoint Technology, Inc. to design and implement computer systems and provide systems training and project management for portions of the COMPASS grant and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City. Agreement -Rosa T. Lopez - On motion of Councilmember Haws, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council approved, by AYE votes of all present, an independent contractor agreement with Rosa T. Lopez for the purpose of conducting Case Management Services for the Children and Families Commission grant for Building A Generation and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City. The funds are to be taken from the Children and Families Commission grant awarded in May, 2002. The staff report was corrected to read that the grant begins January 31, 2003, and terminates June, 2003. Agreement - David R. Newton - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council approved an independent contractor agreement with David R. Newton to develop and conduct introductory vocal and singing lessons for the City's Recreation Bureau and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City. Funds - Community Crime Resistance Grant - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council, by AYE votes of all present, accepted the Governor's Office of Criminal Justice Planning Community Crime Resistance grant, and unanimously approved an additional. appropriation in the amount of$25,090.00 for the second year of funding for the grant. MOU - RPOA - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council ratified, by AYE votes of all present, an amendment to the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Redlands Police Officers Association (RPOA) to credit new police officers with years of service for the purposes of sick leave buyback for exceptional new hires with previous work experience and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City. Resolution No. 61.22 - Salary - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council adopted Resolution January 21,2003 Page 7 No. 6122, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands establishing a salary schedule and compensation plan for City employees, by AYE votes of all present. This resolution reflects the reassignment of the Assistant Engineer classification from the General Employees unit of representation to the Mid- Management unit of representation and a reclassification of a Library Clerk to a Library Specialist I/11. Councilmember George returned to the City Council Chambers at 3:20 P.M. COMMUNICATIONS State Legislation - SB 1759: Contract Awards - Councilmember Gilbreath looked to the Councilmembers for support of her motion to ask our lobbyist and urge legislators to support SB 1759. SB 1759 will serve as a vehicle to allow certain cities to enter into design-build contracts at a tremendous cost savings. This bill provides economies of scale by authorizing the City certain private sector benefits by contracting directly with a single design-build firm for public projects versus a single contract for design and a separate contract/bid for construction. Motion seconded by Councilmember Haws and carried unanimously. Appointments - Cultural Arts Commission - Mayor Haws moved to nominate Frederick C. Edwards for reappointment to another four-year term on the Cultural Arts Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and carried unanimously. Mayor Haws moved to nominate Frank Herendeen for appointment to a four-year term to January 6, 2007, on the Cultural Arts Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Appointments - Historic and Scenic Preservation Commission - Mayor Haws moved to nominate Eric Shamp, Daniel Eliseuson and Jan Korfmacher for reappointments to four-year terms on the Historic and Scenic Preservation Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and carried unanimously. Appointments - Municipal Utilities/Public Works Commission - Mayor Haws moved to nominate James Reed and Wally Ann Synard for reappointment to four-year terms on the Municipal Utilities/Public Works Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Appointment - Traffic and Parking Commission - Mayor Haws moved to nominate Michael Lee for reappointment to another four-year term on the Traffic and Parking Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and carried unanimously. January 21,2003 Page 8 Appointment - :Recreation Advisory Commission - Mayor Haws moved to nominate Hongzhao Liu as the student commissioner to the Recreation Advisory Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and carried unanimously. Mayor Haws presented a commissioner's pin to Hongzhao Liu who attended this meeting. Resolution No. 6123 - LOCAL - Mayor Pro Tem Peppler presented Resolution No. 6123, a resolution of the City of Redlands adopting the mission statement for a coalition of organized labor and local governments within the Inland Empire created under the auspices of the League of California Cities grassroots effort for the purpose of protecting local government services and revenues. She explained that in 2001, the League of California Cities authorized the creation of a grassroots movement to facilitate the organizing of member cities' efforts to influence the State legislature on matters that directly affect cities. This grassroots movement was formally created in 2002 and approximately 18 individuals were added to the League staff. These grassroots coordinators have been successful in organizing various groups with significant influence with members of the State legislature. These groups include the Leave Our Community Assets Local (LOCAL) organization that involves various community leaders from member cities. The group has met several times and has developed a mission statement and are asking all members of the group to solicit City Council support and endorsement of the mission statement. Following brief discussion, Councilmember Peppler moved to adopt Resolution No. 6123 as presented. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and carried unanimously. Resolution No. 6124 - Vehicle License Fees - Councilmember George reported that Terry McHale of Aaron Read & Associates, our state lobbyist, has requested the City adopt a resolution declaring not only the vital importance of the vehicle license fee for local government but the fact that local government relied on the legislature's guarantee that this funding would be sacrosanct. Time is of the essence for adoption of this resolution if our lobbyist is to make it clear in personal meetings with legislators that the State budget cannot be balanced on the backs of local government. Councilmember George moved to adopt Resolution No. 6124, a resolution of the City of Redlands urging the California Legislature to reject the Governor's shift of local VLF (vehicle license fee) revenues and to honor the 1998 commitment to restore the VLF. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Donation - Redlands Historical Museum - Mayor Haws shared a letter from Nelda M. Stuck, Co-President of the Redlands Historical Museum Association, Inc., in which she advised us of a donation of 105 oil paintings from the estate of Hazel Olson of Colton. Some 30 of these paintings are of Redlands' historic sites; the remainder are depots of Southern California and the historic Spanish missions. A letter of appreciation has been sent to the daughter,Paula Hensley. January 21,2003 Page 9 JOINT MEETING - CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Resolution No. 6117 - Great Neighborhood Program - Councilmember George moved to adopt Resolution No. 6117, 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. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath and carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment Agency minutes for January 21, 2003.) Resolution No. 6120 - First Time Home Buyer Program - Councilmember George moved to adopt Resolution No. 6120, 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 Gilbreath and carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment Agency minutes for January 21, 2003.) Development Strategy - Core Block - Councilmember Gilbreath introduced Ralph Megna, Economic Development Director, who reviewed a report regarding the core block (bounded by the 1-10, Orange Street, Redlands Boulevard, and Eureka Street) in downtown Redlands. The report presented background information, identified the current challenge, proposed a development strategy, identified the team and costs associated with carrying out such a strategy and made a recommendation for action. The draft report was submitted to the Business and Economic Development Advisory Commission at the meeting held on January 8, 2003. The Commission considered the proposal presented and recommended the City Council and Redevelopment Agency prepare a development strategy for the core block in the downtown utilizing Redevelopment Agency Funds. Mr. Megna urged the City avoid the "oops" factor by taking control and stating what the City envisions for development in the core block as he felt the real estate was too valuable to be consumed by large surfacing parking lots. A comprehensive study of the area should include identifying geotechnical and cultural constraints as well as available adequate utility services. Councilmember Gilbreath urged approval of this concept noting the money is available in the Redevelopment Agency funds. Councilmember Peppler questioned the need for another study, and stated she was not in favor of using Redevelopment Agency funds for this purpose. Councilmember George noted the money is also available through the Park Once grant. Councilmember Gilbreath moved to authorize the preparation of a development strategy for the core block in downtown adding that this study/plan shall be initiated and be a component of the amended Downtown Specific Plan, and directed staff to return in four weeks with more definitive information. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment Agency minutes for January 21, 2003.) January 21,2003 Page 10 CLOSED SESSION The City Council meeting recessed at 4:36 P.M. to continue the Redevelopment Agency meeting and reconvened at 4:37 P.M. to a closed session to discuss the following: January 21,2003 Page 11 1. Conference with legal counsel: Existing litigation - Government Code § 54956.9(a) a. City of Redlands v Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation et al (Mountain Crest receivership) - SCVSS 95891 2. Conference with real property negotiator- Government Code § 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 Joyce Dangermond Under negotiation: Terms and price 3. Conference with labor negotiator- Government Code § 54957.6 City Negotiator: John Davidson Employee organization: General Employees' Association of Redlands The meeting reconvened at 7:00 P.M. ANNOUNCEMENTS/REPORTS Councilmembers reported on their activities and attendance at meetings during the past two weeks. LAND USE AND PUBLIC HEARINGS Alexander Communities - Applicant - Public notice was advertised for this time and place to consider a Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration as well as public hearings for a Socio-Economic Analysis and Cost/Benefit Study for Resolution No. 6116 - Specific Plan No. 57 - A specific plan to develop 8.86 acres into a single family residential development containing 76 residential lots and nine common area lots located at the southeast corner of Orange Avenue and Iowa Street and Tentative Tract No. 16360 - The subdivision of approximately 8.86 acres into 76 residential lots and nine common area lots in the EV 3000 RM (Multiple Family Residential) District of the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan. (Proposed Specific Plan No. 57) located at the southeast corner of Orange Avenue and Iowa Street. Community Development Director Shaw reviewed the proposed project. Councilmembers discussed meandering sidewalks and urged the developer to consider installing them in this project. Mayor Haws declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. Pat Meyer, representing the applicant, addressed the City Council and indicated they would be willing to construct meandering sidewalks. There being no further comments, the public hearing was declared closed. Mitigated Negative Declaration- Councilmember Peppler moved to approve the Environmental Review Committee's mitigated negative declaration for Specific Plan No. 57 and Tentative Tract No. 16360 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 January 21,2003 Page 12 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. Socio-Economic Analysis and Cost/Benefit Study_ - Councilmember Peppler moved to approve the Socio-Economic Analysis and Cost/Benefit Study for Specific Plan No. 57 and Tentative Tract No. 16360 as it has been determined that this project will not create immitigable physical blight or overburden public services in the community and no additional information or evaluation is needed. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and carried unanimously. Resolution No. 6116 - Specific Plan No. 57 - Councilmember Peppler moved to adopt Resolution No. 6116, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands adopting Specific Plan No. 57 and amending Resolution No. 6105 relating to the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and carried unanimously. Tentative Tract No. 1.6360 - Councilmember :Peppler moved to approve Tentative Tract No. 16360 effective February 20, 2003, subject to the conditions of approval and findings contained in the staff report. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARINGS Ordinance No. 2522 - R-3 District Permitted Uses - Public hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Ordinance No. 2522, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 18.60 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to permitted uses in the R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) District. Community Development Director Shaw reviewed this proposed amendment which the Planning Commission unanimously voted to recommend for approval on December 10, 2002. Mayor Haws declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Ordinance No. 2522 was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2522 was introduced with unanimous Council approval and laid over under the rules with adoption scheduled for February 4, 2003. Project Area Committee - Public hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Resolution No. 6118, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands adopting procedures for forming and electing a Project Area Committee, and Resolution No. 6119, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands calling for the formation of a Project Area Committee for the Redlands Redevelopment Project and adopting a composition for said committee. Community Development Director Shaw explained that Section 33385 of the California Health and Safety Code requires the legislative body to call upon residents, businesses, and existing community organizations January 21,2003 Page 13 in the Project Area to form a Project Area Committee in certain situations. One such situation is when the Redevelopment Agency proposes an amendment to the Redevelopment Plan that allows authority to acquire by eminent domain property where persons reside in the Project Area in which a substantial number of low- and/or moderate-income persons live. He explained in detail the proposed resolutions. Ernie Glover, GRC Redevelopment Consultants, was available for questions. Mayor Haws declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Resolution No. 6118 - Councilmember Harrison moved to adopt Resolution No. 6118, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands adopting procedures for forming and electing a Project Area Committee. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Resolution No. 6119 - Councilmember Harrison moved to adopt Resolution No. 6119, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands calling for the formation of a Project Area Committee for the Redlands Redevelopment Project and adopting a composition for said committee. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Contract Award - Redlands Recycled Water Project - Water Resources Chief Headrick reviewed the Redlands Recycled Water Project, its purpose, components, modifications needed to the Wastewater Treatment Plant, customers, cost and funding, annual cost and potential revenue, and the alternatives. Funds for the construction of the Redlands Recycled Water Project treatment facilities construction contract are available from four sources: Wastewater Enterprise fund project specific reserves - $4.0 million; SAWPA Proposition 13 grant - $5.0 million; SWRC:B Proposition 13 grant - $5.0 million; and SRF loan - $5.0 million. Bids were opened and publicly declared on May 16, 2002, by the City Clerk for the recycled water treatment facilities project; a bid opening report is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. It was the recommendation of the Municipal Utilities Department that the responsible bidder submitting the bid for said project which will result in the lowest cost for the City was J. R. Filanc Construction Company in the amount of $19,014,655.00 and it would be in the best interest of the City that this contract be awarded to said firm. On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved this recommendation and authorized staff to approve costs up to five percent (5%) over the bid amount, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City. Councilmember George moved to approve an additional appropriation in the amount of$20 million in the Wastewater Project Fund that will be utilized to fund the construction and contingencies if needed. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. January 21,2003 Page 14 PUBLIC COMMENTS Mountain Crest Apartments - Karla Kreissig, who owns property within the Mountain Crest complex on Oxford Drive, complained about the code enforcement process taking place in her area. She felt she was being harassed, and that the City was not cleaning up blight but was destroying her home. After listening to a lengthy tirade, Mayor Haws was able to refer Ms. Kreissig to staff for assistance. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the City Council meeting adjourned at 8:05 P.M. The next regular meeting will be held on February 4, 2003. City Clerk January 21,2003 Page 15