HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022_10_18 - RegularMINUTES
Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held in the Council Chambers, Civic Center, 35
Cajon Street, on October 18, 2022 at 5:00 P.M.
Present:
Staff:
Paul Barich, Mayor
Eddie Tejeda, Mayor Pro Tempore
Denise Davis, Council Member
Jenna Guzman -Lowery, Council Member
Mick Gallagher, Council Member
Charles M. Duggan, Jr., City Manager; Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney; Jeanne
Donaldson, City Clerk; Janice McConnell, Assistant City Manager; Chris Boatman,
Assistant City Manager; Carl Baker, Public Information Officer; Chris Catren, Police Chief;
Brian Desatnik, Development Services Director; John Harris, Municipal Utilities and
Engineering Director; Rich Sessler, Fire Chief
Mayor Barich called the meeting to order and explained that comments could be presented in -person, via
Zoom, via cell phone or landline. He offered the public an opportunity to provide comment on any item
on the agenda for the closed session.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Open Government - Steve Rogers voiced concerns about the bonus incentive language in the City
Manager's employment agreement approved on October 4, 2022. He questioned whether the item
complied with Brown Act regulations, wondered if the City employed a consultant to negotiate this
matter and asked who might have been aware of the incentive language in advance of Council's approval
that night. Mayor Barich pointed out that Mr. Duggan serves as City Manager on an at -will basis and the
consultant hired to assist with the bargaining unit negotiations was not employed for this specific matter.
City Attorney Abich Garcia added that the employment agreement had been posted and was available in
advance of the October 4, 2022 Council meeting in full compliance with the Brown Act.
CLOSED SESSION
Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated Litigation - Government Code §54956.9(d)(2) and
§54956.9(e)(3))
(Assistant City Manager Boatman)
A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council on the advice of its legal counsel,
based on the below described existing facts and circumstances, there is significant exposure to litigation
against the City.
One Case:
a. Receipt of written communication threatening litigation by Burton Haimes, of Tannenbaum, Helpern,
Syracuse, Hirschtritt. A copy is available for public inspection in the City Clerk's Office.
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Conference with legal counsel: Existing Litigation - Government Code §54956.9(d)(1)
(City Attorney Garcia)
Once case:
1. Benveniste v. City of Redlands, San Bernardino Superior Court, Case No. CIVDS 2012175
Conference with labor negotiator - Government Code §54957.6
(Assistant City Manager McConnell)
Agency Negotiator: 1
Employee
Organizations:
Laura Kalty, Liebert Cassidy Whitmore; Janice McConnell; Tommi Ng,
Danielle Garcia
Redlands Association of Department Directors
Redlands Association of Management Employees
Redlands Association of Mid -Management Employees
Redlands Association of Safety Management Employees
Redlands Association of Fire Management Employees
Redlands Police Officers Association
Redlands Professional Firefighters Association
Redlands Civilian Safety Employees
Teamsters Local 1932 Redlands Chapter
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The meeting reconvened at 6:05 P.M. with an invocation by Council Member Gallagher followed by the
pledge of allegiance to the American flag.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Abich Garcia announced that no reportable action was taken during the closed session.
PRESENTATIONS
Redlands Pet Adoption
Animal Services Officer Joseph Martinez, introduced "Charming", a three -year -old male pitbull, who is
available for adoption, along with forty-seven other dogs, twenty-five cats, one pig and one turtle.
Chaming has been living at the Shelter since November of 2021 and would love a good home. Mr.
Martinez informed the Council that six dogs and six cats had been adopted since the last City Council
meeting.
Proclamation American Pharmacists Month
Mayor Barich presented a Proclamation proclaiming the month of October as "American Pharmacists
Month" in the City of Redlands to Courtney Woo, a student of Loma Linda University, School of
Pharmacy.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
City Manager's Employment Agreement - Steve Rogers continued to raise concerns about the
bonus incentive language within the City Manager's Employment Agreement and he thought
the language should have been included in the staff report.
City Survey - Dennis Bell was not pleased that the City was spending money on a "quality of
life survey" again. He wondered how much it cost and thought the questions were written to
obtain the answers the City wanted.
Downtown Patron Assaulted - Joshua Hall described how a friend was recently assaulted
outside a downtown restaurant and he complained the police response was not as quick as it
should have been.
"Access Bus" Routes - Carol Hall pointed out the "Access Bus" routes in Redlands have
become quite limited over the last few years, thereby reducing transportation options for people
in wheelchairs. This has severely restricted them from attending certain events, such as weekly
church services.
Prospect Park Maintenance - Richard O'Donnell listed concerns he had with the condition of
Prospect Park and urged the Council to take this opportunity to attend to the many needs of the
park in order to maintain, preserve and restore this historic site.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis,
the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the regular meeting minutes of
October 4, 2022.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Proclamation American Pharmacists Month
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis,
the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the issuance of a Proclamation
declaring the month of October, 2022 as American Pharmacists Month.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Proclamation Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis,
the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the issuance of a Proclamation
declaring October 23-29, 2022 as Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
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Human Relations Commission Appointments
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis,
the City Council unanimously appointed, by roll call vote, Matthew Maiberger and Claudia
Ruiz to each serve four-year terms on the Human Relations Commission beginning October 18,
2022 and ending October 18, 2026.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 8398 Remote Teleconference Meetings
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis,
the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8398 authorizing
remote teleconference meetings by the City Council and all Boards, Commissions, and
Committees of the City in accordance with Assembly Bill 361 (2021) for a period of 30 days.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
MOU SBCCD Student Intern Program
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis,
the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, a Memorandum of
Understanding between the City of Redlands and San Bernardino Community College District
(SBCCD) to provide student interns.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Settlement Agreement Disclosure
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis,
the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the public disclosure of details of an
Agreement of Settlement and General Release between the City of Redlands and Andrea
Benveniste. Under the terms of the agreement, the City agrees to pay Ms. Benveniste,
$80,000.00 to settle and dispose of disputes and controversies associated with a civil action
pending in the San Bernardino Superior Court and entitled Andrea Benveniste v. City of
Redlands, et al., Case No. CIVDS 2012175; and authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Ordinance 2944 Water, Sewer and Solid Waste Charges/Payments
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis,
the City Council unanimously adopted, by roll call vote, Ordinance 2944, amending Title 13
(Public Services) Chapter 13.12 relating to water, sewer and solid waste charges and payments.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
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Fire Plan Review & Inspection Services Agreement
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, a Single Source Professional Services
Agreement with Willdan Engineering for the provision of fire plan review and inspection services
for an amount not -to -exceed $100,000 for a period of one year; and authorized an additional
appropriation in the amount of $100,000 for the cost of these services.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Homeland Security Emergency Management Grant Award
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, to accept the Department of Homeland
Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency 2021 Emergency Management Performance
Grant award in the amount of $18,724; and authorized an additional appropriation of the same
amount to the Emergency Preparedness fund.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Police Department State Funds
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously accepted, by roll call vote, the warrant for funds being distributed to the
Redlands Police Department by the State of California pursuant to the Budget Act of 2022 in the
amount of $200,000; and approved an additional appropriation of $200,000 to the Police
Department.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Heroes and Helpers 2022 Event
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the hold harmless agreement with Redlands
Joint Venture, LLC, Majestic Realty Co. for use of its facilities for Heroes and Helpers 2022 Event.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Amending Agreement for Conducting Utility Rate Studies
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the Second Amendment to the Agreement
with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. to conduct utility rate studies; and approved an additional
appropriation of $46,877 to fund the Utility Rate Study expanded scope of work.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Mountain View Avenue Mission Creek Bridge Maintenance
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On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, approval of the Cooperative Maintenance
Agreement is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of
the State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved
the Cooperative Maintenance Agreement with the City of San Bernardino for the Mountain View
Avenue Mission Creek Bridge.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Amending Contract Alley Paving Improvements Projects
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the First Amendment to the Public Works
Contract with Tryco General Engineering for the Alley Paving Improvements Project to extend the
time for completion by sixty-five (65) calendar days.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Amending Agreement for City -Owned Streetlight Replacement Project
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the Second Amendment to the
Non -Professional Services Agreement with Tanko Streetlighting, Inc. to replace City -owned
streetlights with energy -efficient LED lights.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Ordinance No. 2945 Regulating Organic Waste Disposal
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously adopted, by roll call vote, Ordinance No. 2945 (Second Reading), adding
Chapter 13.67 to the Redlands Municipal Code relating to the establishment of regulations
governing organic waste disposal.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Facility Use Agreement Senior Center
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval of the Facility Use Agreement
with the San Bernardino County Department of Adult and Aging Services (SBCDAAS) is exempt
from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing
the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved the Facility Use Agreement with
SBCDAAS for use of the Senior Center to provide senior citizens with community resources, bus
passes, and assistance with the Home Energy Assistance Program.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
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In -Kind Support Redlands Veterans Day Celebration Event
As Chairman of the Hometown Heroes Foundation Board, Council Member Gallagher recused
himself from discussion and voting on this item. As public comment, Dennis Bell questioned why
the in -kind support was 39% higher than the request for last year's event. Assistant City Manager
Boatman pointed out the increase was due to an increase in police costs and he reminded everyone
this was an estimate, a worst case scenario and the final cost may be lower. Mayor Barich stressed
the importance of honoring our veterans.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval of the request for the event in
Jennie Davis Park during the Redlands Veterans Day Celebration is exempt from environmental
review pursuant to Section 15311 of the State's guidelines implementing the California
Environmental Quality Act; authorized and approved a request for in -kind support in the amount of
$13,504 related to this event; authorized the temporary closure of E. Citrus Ave., Eureka St., W.
State St., Center St., and Redlands Blvd., on November 11, 2022; and approved the request for the
sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages in Jennie Davis Park during the Redlands Veterans
Day Celebration to be held on November 11, 2022.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Other: Council Member Mick Gallagher (RECUSE)
Amending Contract for Senior Center Outdoor Dining Facilities Construction Project
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, a First Amendment to the Public Works
Contract with DEARK E&C, INC. for the Senior Center Outdoor Dining Facilities Construction
Project No. 03012022JN to extend time for completion by ninety (90) calendar days.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Emergency Resolution No. 8065 Report
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, to receive and file the report regarding
Emergency Resolution No. 8065 proclaiming the existence of a local emergency in response to
COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019).
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
COMMUNICATIONS
Video Series Redlands Making Progress
Public Information Officer Baker presented a new video from the video series "Working for You:
Redlands Making Progress". This month's video highlighted the ribbon cutting ceremony for the
recent conversion of tennis courts to pickle ball courts at the Redlands Community Center. Filming
and production work was provided by Cheryl Williams, Multimedia Production Coordinator.
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2022 Sister Cities International Community Summit Report
Mayor Pro Tem Tejeda attended the 2022 Sister Cities International U.S.-Mexico Mayors'
Community Summit held October 11-13 in San Diego and Tijuana, Baja California, and presented
a report of his activities. The Summit was designed to build on shared values to better foster
bilateral relations and demonstrate the success of Sister Cities partnerships, bringing city leaders,
academics, corporate executives, and prominent global experts together to showcase innovative
projects with concrete outcomes around key areas such as trade and investment, economic
development, education, humanitarian services, technology, and arts and culture.
Councilmembers Hosting Community -Oriented Events
City Manager Duggan reviewed the request from Mayor Pro Tem Tejeda and Council Member
Davis to host Accelerate Neighborhood Climate Action (ANCA) meetings in City facilities.
Council Member Davis said this represented great collaboration between the City and ANCA and
Mayor Pro Tem Tejeda was pleased the meetings were being held at the Community Center. He
encouraged everyone to attend.
On motion of Council Member Mick Gallagher, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously agreed, by roll call vote, to allow Mayor Pro Tem
Tejeda and Councilmember Davis to use City facilities to host Accelerate Neighborhood Climate
Action meetings beginning November 2022 through November 2023.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Resolution Nos. 8394 and 8395 - CFD Annexation No. 27
Mayor Barich opened the hearing and called on Development Services Director Desatnik for a
report on a request from Duke Realty Limited Partnership to annex territory to Community
Facilities District No. 2004-1 for the purposes of performing maintenance of public trails and trail
fences within and adjacent to Planned Development No. 4. City Clerk Donaldson agreed to hold
the special election within the annexing territory on October 18, 2022. With no further comments,
Mayor Barich closed the public hearing. City Clerk Donaldson conducted the special election and
announced the results, which determined the required two-thirds of the votes cast (23-0) were in
favor of levying the tax.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8394, calling a special
election of the question of levying special taxes within the territory to be annexed to CFD No.
2004-1; and approved Resolution No. 8395 declaring the voting results of the special election of
Annexation No. 27 to Community Facilities District No. 2004-1 were in favor of levying the tax, and
therefore, the territory will be annexed to the CFD No. 2004-1.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
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Transit Villages Specific Plan
Mayor Barich declared the meeting open as a public hearing and called on Development Services
Director Desatnik to provide background on the proposed Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific
Plan No. 65) project and the proposed General Plan Transit Village District. One strategy of the
General Plan was the introduction of the Transit Villages concept to accommodate future
development within the core areas of the City. On October 5, 2022, the Planning
Commission reviewed the proposed project and the related Final Environmental Impact Report,
suggested some zoning revisions and, by a 6 to 0 vote, recommended the matter to the City
Council. Through a series of slides including photos, charts and maps, Brian Foote, City
Planner/Planning Manager, presented the Specific Plan details, including background, project
description, Transit Villages Specific Plan content, environmental review and the final
recommendations for the Council to consider, including those recommendations approved by the
Planning Commission.
As public comment, Ron VanDamme and Stephanie Bruce appreciated the revisions as
recommended by the Planning Commission and the interest in preserving Smiley Park Historic
District and the area south of ESRI as one of the last neighborhoods that is still affordable.
Michelle Rogers, University of Redlands V.P. of Administration, offered support for the plan,
adding the TVSP promoted smart growth, walkable neighborhoods and would be vital for the
future of the University. Joshua Hall opposed the Specific Plan and thought this was being forced
upon the community whether they wanted it or not. Steve Rogers stated the draft EIR was not
sufficient and he complained the City had not accomplished master plans to provide the necessary
framework to establish community goals and a vision. Richard O'Donnell thought the plan was not
in step with Measure U, as approved by the Redlands voters. Virginia Bierschbach expressed
concerns about Grove Street, near the University, where she said people travel at unsafe speeds and
four-story buildings seemed excessive to her and not within the spirit of Measure U. Jerry Tessier
of Redlands Food Hall, LLC expressed his enthusiasm for smart growth concepts and urged the
Council to approve the plan. Pat Morris commended Mr. Foote and staff for their efforts to include
the community throughout the long process as the TVSP was developed.
Four written comments were received, including one who opposed approving the plan, one in
partial support but had concerns about building heights and the need for affordable housing, one
concerned with the lack of mitigation measures related to parcels which fell within the 100-year
base flood hazard area and one stating the EIR must be revised and recirculated to properly
evaluate and mitigate the Project's significant impacts relating to 100 properties within the plan as
identified by the Redlands Area Historical Society.
As a follow up to residents' concerns regarding the area south of ESRI, which is currently
designated as Village General, Council Member Davis asked if the Council was able to reassign the
zone designation of that area to Neighborhood General. Mr. Foote explained that the area in
question, south of ESRI, as Village General, would allow some retail alongside residential. Council
Members and staff discussed possible outcomes if zoning was revised. Council Member
Guzman -Lowery highlighted Olive Avenue Market as an example of how to create a thriving new
element to a particular neighborhood. Mayor Barich declared the public hearing closed.
A brief recess was taken at 7:56 P.M. to allow staff time to confer with EIR consultant Meaghan
Truman of EPD Solutions and Juan Gomez-Novy of Moule & Polyzoides Architects (TVSP
consultant). The City Council reconvened at 8:15 P.M.
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Mr. Foote announced it was determined that revising the zoning within the area south of ESRI
from Village General to Neighborhood General 2, would be appropriate.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8399
adopting the Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations in accordance with
Sections 15091, 15092, and 15093 of the California Environmental Quality Act, certifying the
Final Environmental Impact Report prepared for the Transit Villages Specific Plan project, and
approving and adopting the Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Guzman -Lowery,
the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8401 adopting the
General Plan amendments for the Transit Villages Specific Plan.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8400, as amended, adopting
the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65), and rescinding the existing Downtown
Specific Plan. The proposed Specific Plan would provide the development standards and design
regulations for future development of up to: 265,000 square -feet of retail and commercial floor
area; 238,000 square -feet of office area; up to 2,400 dwelling units (e.g., apartments,
condominiums, and townhomes); up to 220 hotel rooms and 110,000 square -feet of hotel space;
and approximately 280,000 square -feet of parks and open space. Public realm improvements are
also anticipated, to include pedestrian, bicycle, and transit improvements within the plan area. The
project area covers approximately 947 acres (or approximately 1.48 square miles) and is generally
bounded to the west by Kansas Street, Redlands Boulevard, Alabama Street, and Tennessee Street;
to the north by Interstate 10, Colton Avenue, and Sylvan Boulevard; to the east by Judson Street;
and to the south by Citrus Avenue, Central Avenue, Redlands Boulevard, Olive Avenue, Brookside
Avenue, Ash Street, Pine Avenue, Tennessee Street, and State Street. The Project area also includes
the parcels fronting both sides of the Orange Street corridor between Colton Avenue and Lugonia
Avenue. The proposed Transit Villages Specific Plan includes the entire area currently governed by
the Downtown Specific Plan and would replace the existing Downtown Specific Plan.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously introduced, by roll call vote, Ordinance No. 2947
(Zone Change No. 475), as amended, to amend the city's Zone Map to include and identify
the Transit Villages Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 65) area as a new zoning designation on the
Zone Map.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Ordinance No. 2943 Redlands Airport Vehicle Operating Speeds
Mayor Barich declared the meeting open as a public hearing and called on Assistant City Manager
Boatman for a report on Ordinance No. 2943, amending Section 12.56 of the Redlands Municipal
Code relating to the establishment of regulations governing vehicle operating speeds at the
Redlands Airport. Mr. Boatman announced that staff was requesting this item be pulled from the
agenda tonight, to be brought back for the City Council to consider at a future meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
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City -Wide Janitorial Services Agreement
Assistant City Manager Boatman introduced an agreement with Genesis Staffing Firm for
city-wide janitorial services for an amount not -to -exceed $1,735,406.16 for a three-year term with
two additional one-year terms. The City operates out of sixteen facilities that require varying
degrees of janitorial maintenance. Under Facilities and Community Services, the Building
Maintenance Division oversees the on -going maintenance and janitorial needs of each facility.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the agreement with Genesis Staffing Firm for
city-wide janitorial services for an amount not -to -exceed $1,735,406.16 for a three-year term with
two additional one-year terms.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 8830 Redlands Municipal Airport Fees
Assistant City Manager Boatman presented Resolution No. 8330, establishing fees for the
Redlands Municipal Airport. The Airport Advisory Board (AAB), at their regular meeting on April
21, 2022, recommended the City Council adopt the fee schedule as attached. The increase in
revenue for the City's Airport Division will be applied to operational, maintenance and
improvement projects at the Airport and FAA Grant Assurances requires airport sponsors to
develop fees for both aviation and non -aviation uses, ensuring FAA funds are not inadvertently
subsidizing non -aviation uses. As public comment, Ted Gablin, President of the Redlands Airport
Association, was grateful his group had been included in the discussions regarding the fee schedule
but, for clarity's sake, thought the proposed ordinance still lacked narrative that should be included.
Assistant City Manager Boatman confirmed that only the fees referenced in Resolution No. 8330
were being considered tonight.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that adoption of this Resolution is exempt
from review and under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Public
Resources Code Section 21080(b)(8)(1) and CEQA Guidelines Section 15273 because this
Resolution relates to fees and charges for the purpose of meeting the operating expenses of the City;
and adopted Resolution No. 8830, establishing fees for the Redlands Municipal Airport.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Contract Award Redlands Bowl Electrical & Theatrical Lighting Upgrade
Assistant City Manager Boatman reported on a contract with My Electrician Inc. for an amount
not -to -exceed $2,000,000 for the Redlands Bowl Electrical and Theatrical Lighting Upgrade,
providing details of the scheduled work. As public comment, Dennis Bell wondered if the
replacement parts would be gold-plated due to the high price tag.
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On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Mick Gallagher, the
City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval of the public works contract
with My Electrician Inc. for the Redlands Bowl Electrical and Theatrical Lighting Upgrade Project
is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15303(e) of the State's guidelines
implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; re -designated $300,000 from the Park
Development Match within the Parks and Recreation category of the Nevada Palmetto Grove
Proceeds to the Redlands Bowl Electrical and Theatrical Lighting Upgrade project and appropriated
$1,500,000 as detailed in the staff report; waived the minor error in the bid by My Electrician Inc.;
and approved an award of contract in the amount of $2,000,000 for the Redlands Bowl Electrical
and Theatrical Lighting Upgrade Project.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Mobile Crash Barriers Purchase
Assistant City Manager Boatman explained the need for the purchase order with Meridian Rapid
Defense Group for the purchase of mobile crash barriers. Staff met with Meridian representatives,
assessed the system, found it to be very effective as a crash barrier and the materials can be set-up
and torn -down very efficiently and was found to be uniquely qualified as there are no other styles
on the market currently that offer the testing data, durability and cost-effectiveness of the Meridian
system. Mayor Pro Tem Tejeda wondered if the General Fund would be a more appropriate source
of funding for the barriers rather than utilizing ARPA funds. City Manager Duggan recommended
the Council approve the use of the ARPA funds for this purchase, and he saw no issues with using
General Fund monies for another use as approved by the Council in the future.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the
City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval of a sole source purchase
order with Meridian Rapid Defense Group is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section
15061(b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act;
approved a Single Source purchase order with Meridian Rapid Defense Group for an amount
not -to -exceed $262,158.75 for the purchase of mobile crash barriers; and approved the reallocation
of remaining funds from the Premium Pay program in the amount of $111,126.65 to fund a portion
of the Single Source purchase order with Meridian Rapid Defense Group.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Council Member Davis was pleased to report she held the first Youth Council meeting for
2022-23, and she thanked Assistant City Manager Boatman for addressing the group. She is
looking forward to working with 36 new students.
Mayor Barich enjoyed the A.K. Smiley Public Library Gala event on October 15 and participated
in the Redlands Unified School District Resource Fair held at Redlands High School.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action required the meeting adjourned at 8:55 P.M. The next regular meeting
of the City of Redlands City Council will be held on November 1, 2022.
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