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HomeMy WebLinkAbout052003-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 May 20, 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; Beatrice Sanchez, Deputy City Clerk; Michael Reynolds, City Treasurer; Jim Bueermann, Police Chief, Mel Enslow, Fire Chief, Tina Kundig, Finance Director; Ronald C. Mutter, Public Works Director; Marjie Pettus, Acting Personnel Director; Gary G. Phelps, Municipal Utilities Director; and Jeffrey L. Shaw, Community Development Director. The meeting was opened with an invocation by Councilmember Harrison followed by the pledge of allegiance. PRESENTATIONS CHP Awards - Mayor Haws and California Highway Patrol Captain. James Szabo presented awards to Redlands Police Officers Mike Merriman, Rodney Walters, and Ben Zimmerman for their efforts in the recovery of stolen vehicles. Collectively, the officers recovered 27 stolen vehicles valued at $198,000.00 and apprehended ten suspects. Employee Service - Introductions were made by the department heads and Mayor Haws presented five year service pins to: John Jaquess, Planning Division, Community Development Department; Ruth Breslin, Police Department; Aneta Deutscher, Police Department; Toshia Wells, Police Department; Theresa Lake, Recreation Division, Police Department; Julie Tracey, Administration, Municipal Utilities Department; Monty Garcia, Water Division, Municipal Utilities Department; and Michael Garcia, Water Division, Municipal Utilities Department. Ten year service pins were presented to: Donald Bryson, Police Department; Michael Corbett, Police Department; and Ricky Smith, Police Department. Fifteen-year service pins were presented to: Brian Bilyeu, Police Department; and Gerald Schwartz, Wastewater Division, Municipal Utilities Department. Twenty-year service pins were presented to: Mark Brannen (not present), Police Department; and Rogelio Garcia, Police Department. In recognition of 30 years of service, gold watches were presented to: Ron Mutter, Public Works Director; and Ruben Baltierra, Solid Waste Division, Municipal Utilities Department. Mayor Haws added some kind May 20,2003 Page 1 remarks about each gentleman: Public Works Director Ron Mutter began serving the City of Redlands as an intern in 1968 and he's been with the City ever since. If there is a tree, sidewalk, street, park, building or anything that the City owns, it has been under the care, protection and charge of Ron Mutter. Mayor Haws also commended Mr. Mutter's invaluable involvement with the Redlands Bicycle Classic since its inception; he now shares his expertise with other cities sponsoring bicycle-racing events. Mr. Baltierra has been driving a truck within the City for thirty years and has never had a vehicular accident. He gets compliments from everyone about his work. Ruben gets accolades from the public thankful for his service. He is a quiet, humble, kind-hearted, conscientious loving man just doing his job for thirty years. Employee of the Quarter - City Manager Davidson introduced the following eight nominees for the Employee of the Quarter award: Category: Field Arthur LaMothe Animal Control Officer Police Department Kenneth Lukondi Plant Mechanic Municipal.Utilities Department Salam Nael Laboratory Technician II Municipal Utilities Department James Weiler Solid Waste Collector Municipal Utilities Department Category: Safety Donald Bryson Police Officer Police Department Darrell Feuerhahn Fire Captain Fire Department Category: Administration Sue La Russa-Fair Senior Recreation Program Coordinator Police Department Fran Serrao Police Records Supervisor Police Department Mayor Haws presented a plaque with the City seal to the selected employees of the quarter as follows: Arthur LaMothe - Field Category - Mr. LaMothe was nominated for being a protector and savior concerned with the welfare and safety of all animals. He May 20,2003 Page 2 conducts numerous presentations within the City of Redlands elementary schools to educate the children regarding animal control and pet care. Donald Bryson - Safety Category- Mr. Bryson was nominated for being a team player and someone you can count on. He has canceled several vacations and postponed an assignment in order to ensure that those who needed training would receive his guidance. He has a positive attitude and a cheerful disposition, treating the citizens he serves and his fellow employees with dignity and respect. He sets a fine example of a superior work ethic for all department members to follow. Sue La Russa-Fair - Administrative Category - Mrs. La Russa-Fair was nominated for striving for the optimum in excellence. She has become a role model for all Recreation Division staff through her high standards of conduct. CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the minutes of the regular meeting of May 6, 2003, and the special meeting of May 12, 2003, were approved as submitted. Bills and Salaries - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler,payment of bills and salaries was acknowledged. Budget Study Sessions - The City Council will meet on May 29, 2003, June 3, 2003, and June 12, 2003, to continue their review the proposed 2003-04 budgets. Each meeting is scheduled to be held from 9:00 A.M. to noon. Resolution No. 6162 - TRANS - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6162, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands rescinding Resolution No. 6153 and authorizing withdrawal of the City from participation in the 2003 California Communities Cash Flow Financing Program and not issue a 2003-04 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note. Planning Commission Actions - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the report of the Planning Commission meeting held on May 13, 2003, was acknowledged as received. Ordinance No. 2543 - Specific Plan No. 32 Amendment - Ordinance No. 2543, an ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting Amendment No. 1 to Specific Plan No. 32 and amending Ordinance No. 1811 to delete the "Office Industrial" area from the Specific Plan boundary for the area on the south side of Sessums Drive, was unanimously adopted on motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler. May 20,2003 Page 3 Ordinance No. 2539 - Zone Change No. 392 - Ordinance No. 2539, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Title 18 of the Redlands Municipal Code by adopting a revised land use zoning plan, a change of zone from A-D (Airport) District to "O" (Open Land) District for the 28 acres of property located within the Santa Ana River on the north side of the Redlands Municipal Airport, was unanimously adopted on motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler. Ordinance No. 2542 - OTA No. 292 - Ordinance No. 2542, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 18.124 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to building height within the Open Land District, was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember Gilbreath, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously adopted on motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler. Pre-Annexation Agreement No. 03-02 - Rozema, Applicants - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved Pre-Annexation Agreement No. 03-02 for Richard and Donna Rozema on a 2.82 acre parcel located on the south side of Mentone Boulevard, approximately 786 feet west of Sapphire Avenue in the Mentone Area. Appointments - DRBA - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously appointed Bradley Garner, George Weber, and Tom Osbourne to the Downtown Redlands Business Association Advisory Board in accordance with the California Streets and Highways Code, Section 36530. Annual Review - Approved Development Agreements - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously acknowledged receipt of a notice that the following currently approved Development Agreements will be subject to annual review: Barton. Development Company and The Glorious Redland Investment Partnership; Kaiser Foundation Hospitals; Cities Pavilion Partners, a California Limited Liability Corporation; Mountainview Power Company; Robertson Ready Mix, Ltd.; and Cemex Construction Materials, L.P. Employee Position - Community Development Department - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously authorized the under-filling of the Senior Planner position with a Junior/Assistant/Associate Planner position in the Community Development Department. Fee Waiver - Kin sg bury Elementary PTA - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously May 20,2003 Page 4 authorized a waiver of $450.00 in fees for the Kingsbury Elementary 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. Settlement Agreement - Robert Ward et al - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously acknowledged a settlement agreement and release with Robert Ward et al. and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. The City Council authorized settlement of this matter in closed session and this release reflects the terms and conditions for said settlement. Code Enforcement Agreement - Edward Bonilla - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously acknowledged a code enforcement agreement with Edward Bonilla and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. The City Council authorized settlement of this matter in closed session and this release reflects the terms and conditions for said settlement. Closed Session Report - Property Acquisition - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously acknowledged receipt of a report from the City Attorney that the City's offer to purchase real property located south of Sunset Drive and known as Assessor's Parcel No. 294-141-03 was accepted. The property was purchased for the purpose of enhancing the City's inventory of open space and was approved in a closed session held on May 12, 2003, at 7:30 A.M. Proclamation - Safe Kids Summer - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved issuance of a proclamation declaring the Summer of 2003 as Safe Kids Summer, 2003, for the Children's Network. Certificate of Recognition - D. Burnell Cavender - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously authorized issuance of a certificate of recognition for D. Burnell Cavender upon his retirement from the San Bernardino Valley Water Conservation District. Certificate of Recognition - Jerry Meeker - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously authorized issuance of a certificate of recognition for Jerry Meeker upon his retirement from 37 years of dedicated service in the Redlands Unified School District. May 20,2003 Page 5 Resolution No. 6165 - Community Options Puppet Festival - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6165, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands supporting the goals of the Community Options First Annual Puppet Festival to be held on July 1.1 and 1.2, 2003, at Cal State San Bernardino to benefit persons with developmental disabilities. Resolution Nos. 6129 - 6130 - Landscape Maintenance District - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 6129, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands, County of San Bernardino, of preliminary approval of the Engineer's Report for Fiscal Year 2003-04 for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1. On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6130, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands, County of San Bernardino, California, declaring its intention to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2003-04 in Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, an assessment district; declaring the work to be of more specific than general public benefit; specifying the exterior boundaries of the areas within the Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and to be assessed the cost and expenses thereof, determining that these proceedings shall be taken pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 and Article XIIID of the California Constitution; and offering a time and place for hearing thereto (June 17, 2003, for a public meeting and August 5, 2003, for a public hearing at 7:00 P.M.). Resolution Nos. 6133 and 6134 - Street Lighting District - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6133, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands, County of San Bernardino, of preliminary approval of the Engineer's Report for Fiscal Year 2003-04 for Street Lighting District No. 1. On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6134, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands, County of San Bernardino, California, declaring its intention to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2003-04 in Street Lighting District No. 1, an assessment district; declaring the work to be of more specific than general public benefit; specifying the exterior boundaries of the areas within the Street Lighting District No. 1 and to be assessed the cost and expenses thereof; determining that these proceedings shall be taken pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 and Article XIIID of the California Constitution; and offering a time and place for hearing thereto (June 17, 2003, for a public meeting and August 5, 2003, for a public hearing at 7:00 P.M.). Santa Ana River Basin Study - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved the City's participation in the Santa Ana River Basin Study for compliance with the May 20,2003 Page 6 regulations of the Clean Water Act and the NPDES stormwater program and to provide for its fee in the amount of$12,100.00 in the FY 2003-04 budget. Agreement - Redlands Bowl Children's Summer Workshops - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved an independent contractor agreement with the Redlands Community Music Association for implementation of the Redlands Bowl Children's Summer Workshops and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. Funds - Agreement - Fire Station Renovation Project - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved an appropriation in the amount of $6,000.00 and approved an amendment to the agreement with Claremont Environmental Design Group to provide "record drawings" for the Fire Station No. 1 renovation project and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. Budget Transfer - Agreement - Congestion Management Program - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement with Counts Unlimited, Inc. to furnish traffic data collection services for conducting the Congestion Management Program analysis and report preparation, authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City, and approved a budget transfer amount of$2,340.00 from the Salaries and Benefits account to the Special Contractual Services account in the budget of the Public Works Department, Administration and Engineering Division. Ordinance No. 2546 - Smoking in Public Parks - Councilmember Gilbreath expressed that this legislation was perhaps an "over kill" and cannot support the ordinance. Councilmember Harrison stated that it was too bad someone invented this habit. No one has the right to pollute the air that someone else breathes; however, regulating the entire park is a bit excessive. Regarding parks' signage, Councilmembers concurred with Councilmember Peppler who suggested to Public Works Director Mutter that the signs be phased-in to reduce the fiscal impact at one time; Public Works Director Mutter acknowledged this could accomplished. Speaking in support of the Ordinance were: Ann Davis- Schultz, Kristin France, Carolyn Kim, Michelle Schnepper, Nancy Yowell, Gayathri Rao, Jordan Hall, Kay Adkins, Maureen O'Keefe-Hodge, Trixie Quijada and Andrew Housel. Ordinance No. 2546, an ordinance of the City of Redlands amending Chapter 1.2.54 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to the prohibition of smoking in public places (designated parks), was adopted on motion of Councilmember Peppler, seconded by Councilmember George, with Councilmembers Gilbreath and Harrison voting NO. May 20,2003 Page 7 Agreement - San Bernardino Avenue Well - Due to a potential conflict of interest, Councilmember Gilbreath retired from the Council Chambers and did not participate in this matter; a Public Disclosure of Potential Conflict of Interest form is on file in the City Clerk's Office. On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement with the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District for use of the San Bernardino Avenue well as a backup water supply source and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. Contract Award- MUD Roof- On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously awarded a contract to Superior Roofing Company based on the total amount of$1,883.00 to re-roof an area on the south side of the building over the entry to the Municipal Utilities Department, authorized staff to approve costs up to ten percent (10%) over the total amount, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the construction contract on behalf of the City. Water Distribution Operators - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved a series based classification system for Water Distribution Operators. Sports Park Agreements - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved a land exchange agreement with. Bear Valley Mutual Water Company that trades the City-owned Assessor's Parcel No. 168-041-51 for the Bear Valley-owned Assessor's Parcel No. 168-121-13 to facilitate the financing of the Sports Park and approved an agreement with Standard Pacific Homes for purchase and sale and escrow instruction for Assessor's Parcel No. 1.68-1.21-13 and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreements on behalf of the City. Funds - Agreement - Fire Monitoring Activation - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved a fire monitoring activation agreement with Pacific Alarm Service. Inc. for Fire Station No. 261 and approved an appropriation of $925.00 from the General Fund for the period of the contract and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. Agreement - Forest Service - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved a cooperative agreement and operation plan with the USDA - Forest Service, San Bernardino National Forest to contract fire suppression service from the City on an as needed basis as the City borders are continuous with the San Bernardino National Forest, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. May 20,2003 Page 8 Contract - Crafton Hills Community College - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved renewal of the 1983 contract with Crafton Hills community College identifying the Redlands Fire Department as a paramedic training site and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contract on behalf of the City. Reserve Paramedic Squad- On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved the purchase of a utility bed for the reserve paramedic squad. Homeland Security Grant Award - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously accepted the Homeland Security Grant award of$24,057.00 from the State of California Office of Homeland Security for improvement of the Fire Department's emergency terrorism planning and response. Contract Amendment - CLETS - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved an amendment to the contract with the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department for access to, and maintenance of, the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the amendment on behalf of the City. JAIBG Funds - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved execution by the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk of a Waiver of Direct Subgrant Award from Unit of Local Government form contributing the City's allocation of Juvenile Accountability Incentive Block Grant (JAI.BG) funds to the Regional Juvenile Crime Enforcement Coalition (RJCEC). Contract Award - Resurface Tennis Courts - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously awarded a contract to California Surfacing for resurfacing of the Community Center's tennis courts in the amount of$10,720.00. COMMUNICATIONS Clean Air Award- Councilmember George announced that the City of Redlands was awarded a Clean Air Award from the American Lung Association. The plaque will be displayed at the City's, soon to be completed, LNG/LCNG fueling station out at the City Yard. Appointment - Human Relations Commission - Councilmember George moved to appoint Arthur Eric Gregory to the Human Relations Commission for a four- May 20,2003 Page 9 year term. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Funds - "Orange Picker/Fruitful Pause" Statue - Councilmember Harrison presented a request from the Cultural. Arts Commission to fund the repair of the "Orange Picker/Fruitful Pause" sculpture located at the southwest corner of Industrial Park Avenue and Tri-City Center Drive. However, instead of moving forward at this time, he stated there is a need to investigate whether the sculpture was deeded to the City or is owned by the Center. The Commission's intent is to get the City's support for "Art in Public Places"; no City funds will be expended for the rehabilitation. Councilmember Harrison then moved to continue this item to the June 17, 2003, Council meeting. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Donation - SOS Committee - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember George, the City Council unanimously acknowledged the acceptance of $6,000.00 from the Save Our Station (SOS) Committee to the Redlands Fire Department for the purchase of exercise equipment. Sincere appreciation was expressed to all members of the SOS Committee: Chairman Swen Larson, Jim Avakian, Amal Bousson, Dan Crow, Bill Emmerson, Councilmember Pat Gilbreath, Leonard Goymerac, Darlene Hunt, Jeff Novak, James G. Macdonald, Gary McCormick, and Iry Upton, as well as every member of the public who gave so generously. Chairman Larson was then invited up to say a few words. Mr. Larson stated that Fire Station No. 1 was too young to die. It's also time to give Councilmember Gilbreath and the City Council a pat on the back for their efforts. Appreciation was also expressed to Congressman Jerry Lewis for all his efforts. Downtown Parking - Councilmember Gilbreath presented a letter from Arthur Gregory, Jr., Redlands Security Company, regarding the parking lots of the Redlands Mall; they have no time limit, no parking signs and no parking controls except for a few 25 minute signs near the Sav-On store and he requested that immediate action be taken to restore the parking signs and parking control of this area. She stated that the Business and Economic Development Advisory Commission has agreed to respond to Mr. Gregory's concerns. Councilmembers concurred that parking regulations are not being enforced for the shoppers. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember George, staff was unanimously directed to pursue some kind of enforcement. JOINT MEETING - CITY COUNCIL AND REDLANDS FINANCING AUTHORITY Resolution No. 6164 - 2003 COPs - Finance Director Tina Kundig introduced John Rottschaefer, Bond Counsel, and representatives from O'Connor Southwest Securities who were present to answer any questions. Councilmember Gilbreath expressed she supports the refunding, but does not May 20,2003 Page 10 want to extend the debt. She would like the savings to reflect reducing the debt. Councilmember George stated he understood but did not want to commit or lock in the savings for one purpose. On motion of Councilmember George the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6164, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands authorizing the issuance and sale of its 2003 Lease Revenue Refunding Certificates of Participation, authorizing execution and delivery by the City of a lease agreement, a site and facilities lease, an escrow deposit and trust agreement, approving and authorizing the form of certificate purchase agreement and preparation and delivery of a preliminary official statement and final official statement with respect to the issuance and sale of such certificates of participation, appointing a trustee, and making other findings relating thereto; with the understanding that the savings will be committed to the general fund but the Council will have some flexibility where to apply the funds. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison. (Also see Redlands Financing Authority minutes for May 20, 2003.) CLOSED SESSIONS The City Council meeting recessed at 4:20 P.M. to a Redevelopment Agency meeting and reconvened at 4:21 P.M. to closed session to discuss the following: 1. Conference with real property negotiator Property: 100 Redlands Mall (Parking Structure) Negotiating parties: John Davidson and Redlands Mall of America, LLC Under negotiation: Terms and price The City Council meeting recessed to a closed session to discuss the following: 1. Conference with legal counsel: Existing litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(a) a. City of Redlands v Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation et a]. (Mountain Crest receivership) - SCVSS 95891 b. The Redlands Association v City of Redlands - SCVSS 086680 2. Conference with labor negotiator- Government Code Section 54957.6 City negotiator: John Davidson. Employee Organization: Redlands Association of Mid-Management Employees and San Bernardino Public Employees Association The meeting reconvened at 7:00 P.M. ANNOUNCEMENTS/REPORTS Councilmembers reported on their activities and attendance at meetings during the past two weeks. Miss Cinco de Mayo - Proclamations was presented to coordinator Lupe Sanchez, Queen Marisa Ramirez, First Princess Erin Martinez and Second May 20,2003 Page 11 Princess Britanee Brock offering best wishes and congratulations to the 2003 Miss Cinco de Mayo and her Court. Mr. Sanchez distributed souvenir dash plaques from the concurrently held car show and thanked Councilmembers and Police Chief Bueermann for their support. Councilmember George reported that this was the third annual Cinco de Mayo celebration in downtown Redlands. Approximately 15,000 people attended and there were no incidents. Thank you to everyone who served on the committee and to Lupe Sanchez who arranged for Lt. Governor Bustamante to participate. May 20,2003 Page 12 LAND USE AND PUBLIC HEARINGS Appeal - Demolition Permit No. 46 - Centex Homes, Appellant- Public hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider an appeal to the decision made by the Historic and Scenic Preservation Commission to deny Demolition Permit No. 46 for structures located at 518 South Wabash Avenue. Community Development Director Shaw reviewed the application. Mayor Haws declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. Liz Beguelin, member of the Historic and Scenic Preservation Commission, urged the Council to deny the demolition request and reported on the significance of the previous owners, the Lyon family that arrived in 1887 and were fruit packers and shippers. Mr. Eric Shamp, member of the Historic and Scenic Preservation Commission, also urged that the building be retained and described the architecture and mixed-use style of the building. Worker homes must be preserved to represent those that labored in the area. Councilmembers then discussed the significance of the home vs. the path of a significant roadway marked for future widening. Mayor Haws expressed his appreciation to the Commission for bringing this to the attention of the City Council whose job it is to make this type of decision. Councilmember Peppler suggested that since the home would not endure being moved, perhaps the historical fixtures could be preserved and made available to the Redlands Conservancy to harvest. Councilmember George stated the house is unique because there is no mention of people that did the dirty labor in history and this is where they lived; he believes it is a significant structure so he cannot support demolition. Councilmember Harrison acknowledged that moving the home is not practical and would like to see the materials preserved as part of the Heritage Park project. He is not comfortable with saving the home in that spot. Representing the developer, Pat Meyer stated the Jacinto family, who previously utilized the house for laborers, does not want the house. The developer is open to trying to move the house over by the Barton House and that they are open to a two to four-week delay. An archeologist will be on staff to salvage historical objects. He also agreed to meet with the Commission. There being no further comments, the public hearing was declared closed. Councilmember Gilbreath moved to continue this item to the June 3, 2003, Council meeting. Motion. seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Berkson Realty Advisors, Applicant - Public notice was advertised for this time and place to consider a Mitigated Negative Declaration as well as public hearings for a Socio-Economic Analysis and Cost/Benefit Study for Resolution No. 6158, Specific Plan No. 25, Amendment No. 6, to modify Section 3 (B) (4) (d) (1) pertaining to front yard setback standards to allow 30 percent of the building frontage to encroach in the front yard setback to a maximum of five feet in the Office Industrial District of Specific Plan No. 25; and Commission Review and Approval No. 749 for the construction of two office buildings with two stories each and a floor area of 21,172 square feet and 17,248 square feet respectively located on the west side of Idaho Street between. Plum Lane and Orange Tree Lane (APN 292-341-16) on a lot with an area of 2.2 acres in the May 20,2003 Page 13 Office Industrial District of Specific Plan No. 25. Community Development Director Shaw reviewed the applications. Mayor Haws declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments. There being none the public hearing was closed. Negative Declaration - Councilmember Harrison moved to approve the Environmental Review Committee's mitigated negative declaration for Amendment No. 6 to Specific Plan No. 25 and Commission Review and Approval No. 749 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 Peppler and carried unanimously. Resolution No. 6158 - Councilmember Harrison moved to adopt Resolution No. 6158, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands adopt Amendment No. 6 to Specific Plan No. 25. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Socio-Economic Analysis and Cost/Benefit Study - Councilmember Harrison moved to approve the Socio-Economic Analysis and Cost/Benefit Study for Commission Review and Approval No. 749 as it has been determined that this project will not create unmitigable physical blight or overburden public services in the community and no additional information or evaluation is needed. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. CR&A No. 749 - Councilmember Harrison moved to approve Commission Review and Approval No. 749 to the findings and conditions of approval contained in the staff report. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 2538 - Downtown Housing Incentives - Public hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Ordinance No. 2538, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Redlands adopting Amendment No. 7 to Specific Plan No. 45 to add Section VI A.I I and amend Section III AA and Section IV A.3.c to establish incentives for the provision of housing within the downtown area of the City of Redlands. Community Development Director Shaw explained this proposed amendment. Councilmember Harrison suggested wording changes that would better express the intent. 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. 2538, an ordinance of the City of Redlands adopting Amendment No. 7 to Specific Plan No. 45 to add Section VI A.I I and amend Section III AA and Section IV A.3.c to establish incentives for the provision of housing within the downtown area of the City of Redlands, was read by title only by Deputy City Clerk Sanchez, and on motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance May 20,2003 Page 14 No. 2538 was introduced as amended with unanimous Council approval and laid over under the rules with adoption scheduled for June 3, 2003. PUBLIC COMMENTS None forthcoming. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the City Council meeting adjourned at 8:40 P.M. to an adjourned regular meeting to be held on Thursday, May 29, 2003, at 9:00 A.M. in the City Council Chambers, 35 Cajon Street, Redlands, California. Deputy City Clerk May 20,2003 Page 15