HomeMy WebLinkAbout111511-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, on November 15, 2011 at
5:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Pete Aguilar, Mayor
Paul Foster, Mayor Pro Tem
Jon Harrison, Councilmember
Jerry Bean, Councilmember
Bob Gardner, Councilmember
ABSENT: None
STAFF: N. Enrique Martinez, City Manager; Dan McHugh, City Attorney; Sam Irwin,
City Clerk; Carl Baker, Public Information Officer; Jeff Frazier, Fire Chief,
Shawn Ryan, Police Lieutenant; David Hexem, Chief Information Officer; Fred
Mousavipour, Interim Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director; Fred
Cardenas, Quality of Life Director; Tina Kundig, Finance Director/City
Treasurer; Oscar W. Orci, Development Services Director; Debbie Scott-
Leistra, Human Resources Director
Mayor Aguilar called the meeting to order and offered those present the
opportunity to provide public comment on any item on the agenda for the closed
session.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None forthcoming.
CLOSED SESSION:
The meeting recessed at 5:01 P.M. to a closed session to discuss the following:
1. Conference with real property negotiator—Government Code §54956.8
Property: APNs 0169-011-38 and-39
Agency negotiators: N. Enrique Martinez, Oscar Orci
Negotiating party: John Semcken, III, Redlands Joint Venture
Under negotiation: Terms and price for City purchase of property.
2. Conference with labor negotiator- Government Code §54957.6
Agency Negotiator: Mayor Aguilar and Mayor Pro Tem Foster
Unrepresented Employees: City Manager
The meeting reconvened at 6:13 P.M. with an invocation by Councilmember
Harrison followed by the pledge of allegiance to the American flag.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
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City Attorney McHugh announced no reportable actions were taken during the
closed session.
PRESENTATIONS:
Redlands Animal Shelter — Animal Control Volunteers Linda Ackerman and
Cyndy Dunham introduced Chico, a one year old, male Affenpinscher mix, who
is available for adoption at the Redlands Animal Shelter along with seventy-one
other dogs and sixty-six cats. Ms. Ackerman informed the Council thirty-nine
dogs and ten cats have been adopted since the last City Council meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Ed Hales Park Renovation — Lane Snyder requested a breakdown of the
expenditures totaling $542,836.69 on the renovation project at Ed Hales Park.
CITY COMMISSION, BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Street Tree Committee—Chairperson Chris Sedmack began with a review of the
past accomplishments and future goals of the Committee. She discussed the size
and complexity of the urban forest in the City of Redlands and introduced a
proposed "Policy Manual" developed by the Committee and City staff. As a
public comment, Janet Ward expressed her support for the Manual and urged
the City Council to address its adoption as an agenda item in the near future.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Minutes — On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Foster, seconded by Councilmember
Gardner, the City Council unanimously approved the minutes of the regular
meeting of November 1, 2011.
Water Exchange Entitlement - On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Foster, seconded
by Councilmember Gardner, the City Council unanimously approved a water
exchange entitlement agreement between the City of Redlands and Nathan Paul
Cloar for one share of Redlands Water Company stock.
Bid Rejection — The City of Redlands advertised the Capital Improvement
Program Safe Routes to Schools, Cycle 6, Project No. 41027 and received eight
bids which were opened on October 5, 2011. The two lowest bidders failed to
submit their sub-contractors list at the time of the opening and the third lowest
bidder was nearly 20% higher than the lowest bidder which would result in a
reduction to the scope of work in the contract. On motion of Mayor Pro Tem
Foster, seconded by Councilmember Gardner, the City Council unanimously
approved the rejection of all bids submitted for the Project.
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COPS Funds - On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Foster, seconded by
Councilmember Gardner, the City Council unanimously approved the allocation
of the FY2011-2012 Citizens' Option for Public Safety (COPS) funds and
authorized the additional appropriation of $111,874 to the Police Department.
The money will be used to pay for a part-time Applied Technology Specialist,
increase part-time Video Camera Operators from three to four and for
specialized training.
Contract Assi_ng ment - On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Foster, seconded by
Councilmember Gardner, the City Council unanimously approved the
assignment of the landfill operations support agreement from Vector
Engineering to Geo-Logic Associates.
Park Renovation Donation - As a public comment, Kristin Saukel, of the
Friends of Prospect Park (FOPP), provided an overview of the group's annual
work project which this year is to renovate the bathrooms in the Park. On
motion of Mayor Pro Tem Foster, seconded by Councilmember Gardner, the
City Council unanimously approved accepting a donation in the amount of
$15,000 from the FOPP for the renovation project and authorized the
supplemental appropriation in that amount to the Quality of Life Department.
Fee Waiver - On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Foster, seconded by
Councilmember Gardner, the City Council unanimously approved a waiver
request from the YMCA of the East Valley for fees associated with the annual
Holiday Home Tour on December 4, 2011.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Ordinance No. 2754 — Nonpotable Water Rates - Mayor Aguilar opened the
hearing and called upon Chris Diggs, of the Municipal Utilities and Engineering
Department, who provided a summary of events leading to proposed
establishment of a two tiered nonpotable water rate structure. David Raley,
Chairman of the Utility Advisory Committee, spoke in support of the Ordinance
as part of an effort to meet a mandated goal of 20% reduction in potable water
usage. On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Foster, seconded by Councilmember
Harrison, the City Council unanimously approved the introduction of Ordinance
No. 2754 amending Chapter 3.53 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to
non-potable water usage charges. The new ordinance introduces the two-tiered
rate structure to encourage existing customers to undertake the conversion of
their plumbing system to accept nonpotable water in exchange for receiving a
fixed rate reduction in their water bill.
Ordinance No. 2759 and Resolution No. 7095 —Recreational Vehicle Storaize —
Mayor Aguilar opened the hearing and called upon Manuel Baeza, of the
Development Services, who provided a summary of events leading to a request
for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 990 to establish an indoor and outdoor
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recreational vehicle and boat storage facility located at 300 Kansas Street in the
I-P (Industrial) District and to utilize fencing in conjunction with landscaping as
a suitable screening material for outdoor storage areas. Kathy Oswalt, of Miller
AIP, spoke on behalf of the applicant and described the intended business plan
for the site. No comments were received in opposition to the CUP. On motion
of Mayor Pro Tem Foster, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City
Council unanimously approved a Negative Declaration for Ordinance No. 2759
and CUP No. 990, approved the introduction of Ordinance No. 2759 amending
Chapter 18.112 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to conditional uses
permitted in the I-P District, and approved Resolution No. 7095 approving CUP
No. 990.
NEW BUSINESS:
Internship Pro rgam — Debbie Scott-Leistra, Human Resources Director,
introduced an agreement between the City of Redlands and California State
University San Bernardino (CSUSB) for participation in the College of Business
and Public Administration Internship Program. On motion of Councilmember
Bean, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council voted to approve
the agreement. Mayor Aguilar and Councilmember Gardner recused themselves
from discussion and voting on this item due to employment relationships with
CSUSB.
Resolution No. 7088 — Salary Resolution Amendment - On motion of
Councilmember Gardner, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foster, the City Council
unanimously approved Resolution No. 7088 amending Resolution No. 7061 to
reflect organizational changes within the City of Redlands staff. The cumulative
saving from the changes is approximately $90,000 over the next seven months,
not including salary savings from vacancies or payouts to separating employees.
Ordinance No. 2761 — Local Preference Program — On motion of Mayor Pro
Tem Foster, seconded by Councilmember Gardner, and subject to a language
change to clarify that local preferences for city businesses and county businesses
are exclusive and not cumulative, the City Council unanimously approved the
introduction of a version of Ordinance No. 2761 amending Chapter 2.16 of the
Redlands Municipal Code to establish a local business preference program for
the City of Redlands procurement of goods, equipment and services, including
public projects with an expenditure of less than $30,000. City Manager
Martinez pointed out the ordinance included a sunset clause to end the program
after four years if no further action is taken by the City Council.
Resolution No. 7091 — Disestablishment of PBIA B — On motion of Mayor Pro
Tem Foster, seconded by Councilmember Bean, the City Council unanimously
approved Resolution No. 7091 disestablishing Parking and Business
Improvement Area (PBIA) B and setting December 6, 2011 as the date for a
public hearing to consider the disestablishment.
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Ordinance No. 2764 — Parks and Animals — Mayor Aguilar opened discussion
on Ordinance No. 2764 as an effort to address concerns expressed by residents
concerning dogs at the Redlands Sports Park during soccer games. Opinions
expressed by Councilmembers present supported the ordinance; however, the
City attorney was directed to modify the ordinance on first reading to include a
provision that would exempt the Dog Park from the leash laws contained in the
current chapter of the City's code governing parks. On motion of Mayor Pro
Tem Foster, seconded by Councilmember Harrison, the City Council voted to
approve the introduction of Ordinance No. 2764 amending Chapter 12.44 of the
Redlands Municipal Code relating to park regulations and animals.
Councilmember Gardner recused himself from discussion and voting on this
item due to his ownership of property close to the Redlands Sports Park.
COUNCIL.MEMBER ACTIVITIES:
Ed Hales Park — Mayor Aguilar described the special joint meeting of the City
Council, Planning Commission, Historic & Scenic Preservation Commission,
and Parks & Recreation Commission earlier today at Ed Hales Park to provide
a tour of the changes resultant from the renovation project as part of the
Downtown Reinvestment Program. He and Mayor Pro Tem Foster
complimented the Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department for the
added flexibility of the Park and its adaptability to many new uses.
League of Cities — Councilmember Harrison attended the National Congress in
Phoenix and after action reports are forthcoming. He was very impressed by
the many efforts across the nation to provide healthier communities.
Veterans' Day — Mayor Aguilar, Mayor Pro Tem Foster, and Councilmember
Gardner attended the Veterans' Day ceremony at Jennie Davis Park and
announced the Hometown Heroes Banner Project is progressing nicely,
recognizing all those Redlands residents currently serving in the active duty
military.
Water District Advisory Board — Councilmember Bean attended a Board
meeting recently where ongoing efforts are in progress to collect and store
water underground for provisions during periods of drought.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to address, this meeting was adjourned at 7:22 P.M.
Mayor Aguilar dedicated the meeting adjournment to Jim Gebara, a long time
supporter of the Redlands Community Music Association who has passed away. Most
recently, Jim was instrumental to the successful efforts at restoration and beautification
of the Redlands Bowl. The Council will meet at their next regular meeting on
December 6, 2011.
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