HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023_10_03 - RegularMINUTES
Regular meetings of the City Council and the Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the former
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Redlands held in the Council Chambers, Civic Center, 35 Cajon
Street, on Ocbber 3, 2023 at 5:00 P.M.
Present:
Absent:
Staff:
Eddie Tejeda, Mayor
Paul Barich, Mayor Pro Tempore
Jenna Guzman -Lowery, Council Member
Mario Saucedo, Council Member
Denise Davis, Council Member
Janice McConnell, Assistant City Manager; Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney;
Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk; Carl Baker, Public Information Officer; Danielle Garcia,
Management Services/Finance Director; Brian Desatnik, Development Services
Director; John Harris, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director; Rich Sessler, Fire
Chief; Travis Martinez, Deputy Police Chief; Tabitha Crocker, Facilities and
Community Services Director
Mayor Tejeda called the meeting to order and announced Council Member Davis was
absent. He explained that comments could be presented in -person, via Zoom, via cell
phone or landline, and he offered the public an opportunity to provide comment on any
item on the agenda for the closed session.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None forthcoming
CLOSED SESSION
Conference with legal counsel: Initiation of Litigation — Government Code §54956.9(d)(4)
- One (1) Case
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The meeting reconvened at 6:00 P.M. with an invocation by Mayor Pro Tem Paul Barich
followed by the pledge of allegiance to the American flag.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Garcia announced the City Council voted to initiate action in one case. The
defendants and other details of the case shall once formally commenced and filed, be
disclosed pursuant to any inquiry. The Council motion, made by Mayor Pro Tem Barich,
and seconded by Council Member Guzman Lowery, was agreed upon unanimously, with
Council Member Davis absent.
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PRESENTATIONS
Redlands Pet Adoption
Animal Services Supervisor Jodi Kroeger and Animal Services Officer Trevor Houser
introduced "Larry", a five -year -old male Doberman mix who is available for adoption,
along with thirty-five other dogs and thirteen cats at the Redlands Animal Shelter. Ms.
Kroeger informed the Council there had been thirty-six dogs and seventeen cats adopted in
September 2023.
Fire Prevention Week Proclamation
Mayor Tejeda presented the Proclamation recognizing October 8-14, 2023 as Fire
Prevention Week to Fire Chief Sessler and Fire Marshal Anderson.
Proclamation National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Mayor Tejeda presented the National Sickle Cell Awareness Month Proclamation to Dr.
Akshat Jain of Loma Linda University Children's Hospital.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Redlands Historical Glass Museum - Andy Hoder invited everyone to visit the Redlands
Historical Glass Museum, a hidden gem located on the northside of town. He pointed out
there were some great collections of glass to be seen and, with its location, he hoped one
of the Council Members might take on the Museum as a personal project to give it new
life and encourage others to support it, as well.
Concerns - Dennis Bell expressed frustration with the lack of timely emergency response
from San Bernardino County earlier this year due to heavy snowfall in the mountains and
he was displeased with Senator Dianne Feinstein's general opposition to the military,
veterans and police.
Banning Leaf Blowers - Dale Broome recommended the Council oppose banning leaf
blowers in the City and said that climate change theories were based on false premises.
Increase in Crime Statistics - Joshua Hall said there has been a dramatic rise in crime in
the community and he complained that the City's website did not reflect up-to-date crime
statistics. Deputy Police Chief Martinez responded to say he will look into the matter.
Redlands Theatre Festival - Paul Blatchley urged the Council to consider renaming the
Avice Meeker Sewall Theatre in honor of Cliff Cabanilla, as a way to honor his legacy.
He looked forward to attending a rededication ceremony in celebration of the Theatre's
52nd season next year.
CONSENT CALENDAR
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Minutes
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the regular
meeting minutes of September 19, 2023, and special meeting minutes of September 14,
2023.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Proclamation National Fire Prevention Week
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the issuance
of a proclamation recognizing October 8 -14, 2023, as National Fire Prevention Week.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Proclamation National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the issuance
of a proclamation declaring the month of September as National Sickle Cell Awareness
Month in the City of Redlands.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Proclamation Celebrating Hino Sister City 60th Anniversary
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, a
Proclamation celebrating the Hino Sister City 60th Anniversary.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Resolution No.8518 PEHP for Public Employees
Assistant City Manager McConnell introduced Resolution No. 8518 to approve a
Post -Employment Health Plan for the Public Employees of the City of Redlands. The
PEHP plan is a benefit to active employees which allows them to set aside tax-free funds
in order to cover medical costs after retirement for themselves and eligible dependents.
The Plan is not available to retirees.
On motion of Council Member Mario Saucedo, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Paul
Barich, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No.8518,
adopting a Post -Employment Health Plan for the public employees of the City of Redlands.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Amending Agreement Grocery Gift Cards
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the First
Amendment to the Agreement with About Food Inc., dba Redlands Ranch Market to
extend the term of the agreement to March 31, 2024, for the provision of grocery gift cards.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the
Cooperative Fire Protection Agreement between the City of Redlands and the Bureau of
Land Management (BLM) California Desert District, and authorized Fire Chief Sessler to
execute the same.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Amend Agreement for Tate Water Treatment Plant Project
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the First
Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for the
Tate Water Treatment Plant Raw Water Influent Pipeline Replacement Project to extend
the completion time by 12-months to October 18, 2024.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Supplies PO
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the Purchase
Order with USA Bluebook for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Supplies for an
amount not -to -exceed $150,000.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Amending Agreement Live Oak Canyon Creek and Oakmont Park Project
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the Third
Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Huitt-Zollars, Inc. for the Live
Oak Canyon Creek and Oakmont Park Project to extend the end date to April 30, 2024.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Chamber of Commerce Dog Jog Event
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the request to
hold the Dog Jog event hosted by the Redlands Chamber of Commerce on October 22,
2023, within Ed Hales Park and the downtown area; authorized street closures related to
the event; and approved a request for in -kind support in the amount of $8,128.00 related to
the event.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
SBCSS Work Experience Instruction Agreement
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the Affiliation
Agreement with San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) for work
experience instruction of its students to support the City's Recreation and Senior Services
Divisions.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
City Yard Fuel Island Update PO
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, a sole source
purchase order with Fuel Equipment Services, Inc. for upgrades to the fuel island at the
City Yard located at 1270 W. Park Ave to a web -based software for an amount not to
exceed $49,352.50.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Auto Body Repair Services Agreement
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the agreement
with Fairview Ford Sales, Inc., for auto body repair services for an amount not to exceed
$73,288.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Consulting Agreement A.K. Smiley Public Library Lower Level Project
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the
Professional Services Agreement with Architectural Resources Group, Inc. for
Architectural Design and Engineering Services associated with the A.K. Smiley Public
Library Lower Level Revive for an amount not to exceed $144,280.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Consulting Agreement Texonia Park Renovation Project
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that
approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Higginson Architects Inc. for the
design of the City's Texonia Park Renovation project is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines; and
approved the Professional Services Agreement with Higginson Architects Incorporated for
the design of the City's Texonia Park Renovation project for an amount not to exceed
$149,500.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
COMMUNICATIONS
League of California Cities Annual Conference Report
Council Member Saucedo was pleased to represent the City at the League of California
Cities Annual Conference and Expo held September 20-22, 2023 in Sacramento. He was
unable to attend all the different courses offered, but those he did attend were extremely
informative and enlightening. He highlighted a few to include, Cannabis: Seven Years
After Legalization, Homelessness, Building Mobile Crisis Response Teams, Navigating
New State Housing Laws, Enhancing Emergency Preparedness and Building
Relationships Between Police and the Community.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
TTLC REDLANDS TEXAS ST, LLC Development Applications
Mayor Tejeda opened the public hearing and called on Principal Planner Sean Reilly, of
Development Services, for a summary of the applicant's request for a Planned
Residential Development (PRD) in accordance with RMC Chapter 18.144. The
applicant, TTLC Redlands Texas St. LLC, is proposing to subdivide a 14.69-acre parcel,
consisting of 35 single-family residential lots, six open space lettered lots, and on -site
recreational amenities for residents. The project site is located on the east side of Texas
Street, approximately 500 feet north of Domestic Avenue. Currently, the parcel is vacant.
The project consists of three primary areas: an 11.68-acre residential development area,
which includes 2.9 acres of landscaped common open space, and a three -acre
undeveloped open space area along the property's northernmost boundary.
Jaren Nuzman, representing the applicant, presented additional project details including a
review of renderings and amenities, trails and open space, traffic impacts, access points,
pricing and disclosure noticing requirements for future buyers. Gordon Jones, True Life
Companies Regional Vice President, clarified that these homes will not have entry level
price points but will complement the housing developments nearby. As public comment,
Jennifer Maravillas voiced strong concerns about the traffic impacts the project would
bring to the surrounding area, and especially to roads that are already highly travelled and
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see a lot of congestion. Isaac Villagrana supported the project, as did Bobby Garrity, of
Yes In My Backyard (YIMBY). Mr. Garrity added though, that the price points were far
too expensive, and he asked the Council to focus on reforming policies that limit housing
developments by way of requiring excessive parking standards and other arbitrary
standards. Andy Hoder raised questions about street widths within the project and
whether emergency vehicles could easily access the property. Clarification was provided
and emergency vehicles will be able to access the project. One written comment was
received from San Bernardino County Department of Public Works stating the project
site was adjacent to a SBC property and any encroachment within the right-of-way will
require a flood control permit. With no further comments, Mayor Tejeda closed the public
hearing.
Council Members discussed several topics related to the project, including traffic within
the surrounding area, density, the sufficiency of only one access point to the
development, establishing future policies to encourage housing affordability, potential
noise issues generated by a nearby shooting range and a crushing operation, and the high
price points associated with these proposed homes.
On motion of Mayor Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Mario Saucedo, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the project by the following actions:
Resolution No. 8516, adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the proposed project
and related Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program prepared in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines; approved the Socio-Economic
Cost/Benefit Study prepared for the proposed project in accordance with Measure U;
approved Tentative Tract Map No. 20520 to subdivide a 14.69-acre vacant parcel into 35
lots for future single-family residential development, with lot sizes ranging between 7,200
and 10,755 square -feet each, and six lettered lots for open space and recreation purposes;
and approved Conditional Use Permit No. 1167 for a Planned Residential Development,
subject to the attached Conditions of Approval; and approved Resolution No.
8517 for Street Vacation No. 193 to vacate a portion of Texas Street right-of-way that is
one foot (1'0") in width and approximately 965 feet in length, along a portion of the project
site's frontage. The portion of right-of-way is located on the east side of Texas Street,
beginning approximately 500 feet north of Domestic Avenue, and proceeding 965 feet to
the north.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
NEW BUSINESS
City's Parks Master Plan Consulting Agreement
Facilities and Community Services Director Crocker summarized the Professional
Services Agreement with RHA Landscape Architects -Planners, Inc. (RHA), for
development of the City's Parks Master Plan for an amount not to exceed $248,890. With
the implementation of the Measure T sales tax ordinance in 2021, project funding was
added to the City's budget to several areas, including Parks and Recreation, and in order
to effectively utilize the funds, the development of a Parks Master Plan was deemed a
priority. The Plan will seek to develop a strategy and roadmap for renovations,
improvements, expansion and new development of parks throughout the City for the next
7-10 years.
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She introduced Doug Grove, President of RHA, who provided an overview of the
proposed work to develop the Plan and to discuss what steps will be taken from start to
finish. The process involved a review of existing sites and facilities assessment, financial
analysis, levels of service standards and GIS mapping. He emphasized their work will
include community engagement needs analysis, statistically valid surveys, demographics
and recreation trends analysis review, needs prioritization, capital development planning,
financial planning, funding and revenue planning and strategic action plan
implementation. He used examples of other local cities RHA has worked with, such as
Chino, Beaumont and Norco.
As public comment, Brenda Spoelstra supported the agreement and was thrilled to see
this item on the agenda. She requested several items be reviewed and included in the
master plan, such as, universal accessibility in all parks, community gardens, adult sports
facilities, signage at parks, and implementation of new staff positions. Dennis Bell
questioned whether every voice would be heard through the public engagement process,
and he thought that a quarter of a million dollars was simply too expensive. Director
Crocker reiterated that community engagement meetings would be held in a variety of
locations, times, and methods in order to reach the most people. Council Members
strongly supported the project and thought it a good use of Measure T funds.
On motion of Mayor Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jenna Guzman -Lowery,
the City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval of a Professional
Services Agreement with RHA Landscape Architects -Planners, Inc. for the development of
the City's Parks Master Plan is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines; and approved the Professional
Services Agreement with RHA Landscape Architects -Planners, Inc. for the development of
the City's Parks Master Plan in an amount not to exceed $248,890.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Heavy -Duty Off -Road Equipment Maintenance and Service Agreement
Facilities and Community Services Director Crocker explained the need for the
agreement with Quinn Company, LLC for maintenance and service of heavy-duty
off -road equipment in an amount not -to -exceed $280,000 for the initial term through
Fiscal Year 2023-24, with the option to extend by two additional one-year terms for a
total amount not -to -exceed $840,000.
On motion of Council Member Mario Saucedo, seconded by Mayor Eddie Tejeda, the City
Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the agreement with Quinn Company,
LLC for maintenance and service of heavy-duty off -road equipment in an amount
not -to -exceed $280,000 for the initial term through Fiscal Year 2023-24, with the option to
extend by two additional one-year terms for a total amount not -to -exceed $840,000.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
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Agreements for Janitorial Services & Heating and Air Conditioning Services
Facilities and Community Services Director Crocker discussed two agreements associated
with work to be performed at 300 E. State Street and included one with Executive
Facilities Services, Inc., for janitorial services not to exceed $359,781.48, and the other
with F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning Inc. for heating/air conditioning services not to
exceed $50,000.
On motion of Council Member Mario Saucedo, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval
of the agreements is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15301 of the
State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; approved the
agreement with Executive Facilities Services, Inc. for janitorial services, not to exceed
$359,781.48; and approved the agreement with F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. for
heating/air conditioning services, not to exceed $50,000.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
Amending Sports Field Maintenance Agreement
Staff requested this item be pulled from tonight's agenda. The item will be re-agendized for
the City Council meeting scheduled for October 17, 2023.
Amending IT Support Services Agreement State Street City Hall & PD Safety Hall
Management Services/Finance Director Garcia detailed the First Amendment to the
Agreement with SDI Presence LLC for IT Support Services to increase the total
compensation amount of $500,000 by an additional $250,000 for a total aggregate amount
not -to -exceed $750,000, to fund the IT design and planning services related to State Street
City Hall and PD Safety Hall. As public comment, Andy Hoder stated the language for
this particular agenda item was not very clear about how the funds would be allocated
between the two projects. He suggested that in the future, the agenda should specify
dollar amounts for each project listed.
On motion of Council Member Mario Saucedo, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Paul
Barich, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the First Amendment to
the Agreement with SDI Presence LLC for IT Support Services to increase the total
compensation amount of $500,000 by an additional $250,000 for a total aggregate amount
not -to -exceed $750,000; and approved an additional appropriation of $250,000 to fund the
IT design and planning services related to State Street City Hall and PD Safety Hall.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES
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Mayor Tejeda was honored to participate in a key -giving ceremony sponsored by Homes
for Our Troops, who donated a specially adapted home in Mentone for Juan Hernandez, a
disabled veteran injured in 2009. He and Council Member Saucedo enjoyed one of the
Smiley LIVE Concerts, and he announced that his door is always open and he's happy to
meet with anyone from the community
Mayor Pro Tem Barich extended invitations to everyone to attend the 3rd Annual
Coptober Community Fair event on October 7, held at Redlands Ranch Market, the
Optimist -sponsored Oktoberfest at Sylvan Park and the Annual Family Day at Smiley
Library on Saturday, October 7.
Council Member Guzman -Lowery continued to meet with community members,
faith -based groups and non-profit organizations to listen and hear of their ongoing
struggles.
Council Member Saucedo participated in a "clean-up the wash" event sponsored by the
Holy Name of Jesus, the Boys and Girls Club Family Day, the Vibe Health and Wellness
Festival at Sylvan Park, and he enjoyed the State of the County event last week.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action required the meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M. The next regular
meeting of the City of Redlands City Council will be held on October 17, 2023.
SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE FORMER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF REDLANDS
Chairman Tejeda called the meeting to order and offered anyone present the opportunity to
address the Board on any subject, not already on the agenda, within the jurisdiction of the
Successor Agency.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None forthcoming
Minutes
On motion of Vice Chair Barich, seconded by Board Member Saucedo, the minutes of
the regular meeting of September 5, 2023 were unanimously approved, by roll call vote.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Successor Agency Board of Directors' meeting was
adjourned at 8:01 P.M. The next regular meeting of the Agency will be held on November
7, 2023.
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