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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6026_CCv0001.pdf RESOLUTION NO. 6026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002-2003 IN PARKING AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA B, AN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT; AND OFFERING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS THERETO. The City Council of the City of Redlands, pursuant to the provisions of Section 36500 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, does resolve as follows:. Description of Improvements and Activities SECTION 1. That the public interest and convenience requires, and it is the intention of the City Council of the City of Redlands, California to order the following: 1. Improvement, installation and/or maintenance of property or facilities to increase safety,. convenience and appearance of public places within the district; promotion of public events; decoration and music in public places; and activities which benefit businesses located and operating in the area as authorized by Section 36500 of the California Streets and Highways Code and Ordinance No. 2044 of the Redlands Municipal Code. 2. Any and all administrative work and materials appurtenant thereto. Description of Assessment District SECTION 2. The improvements and activities, in the opinion of said City Council, are more local than ordinary public benefit, and the said City Council hereby makes the expense of the said improvements and activities chargeable upon a district, which said district is described as follows: All those businesses of the City of Redlands included within the exterior boundary line shown upon certain maps of the original formation of the City of Redlands Parking and Business Improvement Area B, heretofore approved by the City Council of said City indicating by said boundary line the extent of the territory included within the assessment district and which map is on file in the office of the City Clerk of said City. Reference is hereby made to said map for further, full and more particular description of said assessment district,and the said map so on file shall govern for all details as to the extent of said district. Annual Report SECTION 3. The City Council of said City by Resolution No. 6025 has preliminarily approved the Annual Report, which report indicates the amount and the method of assessment, the district boundary, description of improvements and activities, and the budget of said district. The report titled "Annual Report Redlands Parking and Business Improvement Area B, Fiscal Year 2002-2003" is on file in the office of the City Clerk of said City, and was prepared for the 2002-2003 fiscal year in accordance with Section 36533 of the California Streets and Highways Code. Reference to said report is hereby made for all particulars for the method of assessment and for improvements and activities utilizing assessment revenue. Method and Collection of Assessments SECTION 4. The assessments shall be levied and collected in accordance with Sections 7 and 8 of Ordinance No. 2044 of the Redlands Municipal Code. The Advisory Board shall file a report annually with the City Council of said City and said Council will annually conduct a hearing upon said report at the first regular meeting in May, 2002. Time and Place of Hearing SECTION 5. Notice is hereby given that on the 21st day of May, 2002, at the hour of 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 35 Cajon Street, Suite 2,in the City of Redlands, any and all persons having any objections to the improvements, activities or extent of the assessment district, may appear and show cause why said improvements and activities should not be done or carried out in accordance with the Resolution of Intention. The City Council will consider all oral and written protests. Publication of Resolution of Intention SECTION 6. Published notice shall be made pursuant to Section 36534 of the California Streets and Highways Code. The publication of notice of hearing shall be completed at least 7 days prior to the date of the hearing. Certification SECTION 7. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. MAYOR ATTEST: CIT LERK CIO I, Lorrie Poyzer, City Clerk of the City of Redlands, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 7th day of May, 2002, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Peppler, Gilbreath, George, Harrison; Mayor Haws NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None �-/y Z/V"� CITY LERK PARKING AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA B FISCAL YEAR JULY 1,2002 THROUGH JUNE 30,2003 SECTION 1. AUTHORITY FOR REPORT This report is prepared in compliance with the requirements of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California(Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989). SECTION 2. BOUNDARIES AND ZONES OF BENEFIT At the time of this report, boundaries and zones of benefit for the Parking and Business Improvement Area B (Downtown Redlands Business Association --DRBA) are as follows: The south side of Redlands Boulevard on the north the west side of Ninth Street on the east; Citrus Avenue on the south; and the east side Orange Street on the west. Zone I is comprised of businesses located on State Street, between Orange Street and Seventh Street. Businesses located on the south side of Redlands Boulevard, and the north side of Citrus Avenue between Orange Street and Seventh Street are in Zone 2. All businesses within the district and assigned Orange Street addresses shall be included in Zone 2. The balance of businesses within district boundaries fall into Zone 3. SECTION 3. METHOD OF ASSESSMENT Assessments shall continue to be levied in accordance with Ordinance No. 2044 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to Parking and Business Improvement Area B. Sections 7 and 8 state: "A. The charges and assessments on all businesses conducting their activities in the Area, which is in addition to the ordinary license tax imposed upon such businesses by the City, are fixed and established at the rates imposed in the following schedule: Retail. 1. In accordance with Streets and Highways Code Section 36526, zones of benefit are hereby established based upon the degree of benefit derived by retail businesses. Such zones are described in Resolution No. 4403 of the City Council of the City of Redlands and may be revised from time to time by Resolution of the City Council. Each of the zones shall be assigned one of the following rates to assess charges on retail business: Rate A: twice the business license charge (Zone 1) Rate B: one and one-half the business license charge (Zone 2) Rate C: equal to the business license charge (Zone 3) Professional I. The charges shall be one-fourth the charge for the professional business license. Contractors 1. The charge shall be one-half the charge for the contractor business license. Financial Institutions and Public Utilities I. The charge shall be $1,250.00; provided, however, the charge for any wholly owned subsidiary of a financial institution or public utility shall be $50.00. 1 Non-Profit Organizations and Miscellaneous Space Use 1. The charge shall be $50.00. Maximum Assessment Fee 1. The maximum amount of $2,500.00 shall be charged any one business in Parking and Business Improvement Area B. Minimum Assessment Fee I. A minimum amount of$50.00 shall be charged any one business in Parking and Business Improvement Area B. B. Whenever a business is susceptible to more than one business classification under the Redlands Municipal Code, or under any of the above classifications, the highest applicable business license in the classification which sets forth the greatest additional charges or assessments shall be used. and applied to such business." SECTION 4.CONTRIBUTIONS FROM OTHER SOURCES Contributions from sources outside of the Area may be accepted, however, revenue received in this manner shall not be expected to exceed $500.00, and shall be accounted for in the donations/contributions section of the revenue budget. Sources for these contributions may include: individuals, groups, non- profit organizations, sponsors and/or businesses. Additional voluntary contributions may be accepted from businesses within the Area. Contributions may take the form of funds, merchandise, services, trade, donations of time and/or in-kind services. SECTION S.PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES The following improvements and activities are proposed by the Advisory Board: Safe Trick-or-Treat: Halloween candy is provided to all participating businesses for distribution to trick-or-treating children.This image building promotion allows retail and non-retail business operators to obtain exposure for their businesses. Funds allocated to this program are used to purchase candy, give- away items, posters and advertising. Holiday Promotion._ The downtown holiday festivities begin the Friday after Thanksgiving and continue through the Saturday before Christmas. Featured activities include the Pre-Parade Downtown Hospitality Day, Community Sing, caroling, window decorating,various activities for families and children and visits from Santa. The Advisory Board incay continue participation as a major sponsor of the annual Redlands Christmas Parade and develop a parade entry. Easter Parade: This event is a combined effort between the DRBA and other local businesses and non- profit organizations. The Easter Parade features children, pets and an assortment of vehicles. Funds allocated to this program are used to purchase ribbons,portable toilets,towing, posters and advertising. Sponsorship: DRBA sponsors special events that may include Jerry Lewis Appreciation Day, Cinco de Mayo, Lincoln Pilgrimage, and other similar types of community events. Advertising: The purchase of generic newspaper, tabloid, cable and radio advertising for the businesses within the district, promoting downtown as a shopping and service district. Giveaway and other community promotional items may also be purchased. The Board will continue the Krikorian Theater 2 screen-advertising program this year. Securi : Funds have been designated for specialized patrol services (holiday foot patrols), provided through the Redlands Police Department, to increase security in the DRBA area. Market Night: This weekly activity will continue to operate under the guidance of the Advisory Board. Expenditures are made to pay for cleaning services and supplies, permits, and utilities. The Redlands Police Department receives $30,000 per year to provide security during the event. Beautification: Funds have been budgeted to cover special needs within district boundaries. The major beautification project is the installation of street trees, street furnishings, and electrical/irrigation systems on Citrus Avenue. Other projects include the banner program, decorative plantings on State Street and the maintenance of tree lighting. Parking: Alternatives to maximize the availability of parking spaces within DRBA boundaries are being developed and evaluated. A portion of the funds collected may be used for such projects as signage and the investigation of leased spaces. Administration: The DRBA, as an operating unit of the City, will remain under the Community Development Department. It is believed this will facilitate efforts to promote business and economic development downtown. SECTION 7.ANTICIPATED REVENUE The following is the initial proposal for the Area. For a detailed budget, refer to the City of Redlands 2002-2003 Adopted Budget. 2002 -03 Description Projection Cash Balance 66 Fund $464,497 (March 31,2002) Projected Revenue Business License Assessment $55,000 Investment Income 23,000 Promotional Events/MarketNight 241,500 Miscellaneous Receipts and Taxable Sales 33,329 Total Projected Revenue $352,829 Total Cash Balance and Projected Revenue $817,326 3 SECTION 8. PROPOSED BUDGET EXPENDITURES 2002 - 03 Description Budget Request Salaries/Benefits $114,765 Postage/Supplies 2,300 Telephone 1,500 Print/Photocopy 6,500 General Government 8,472 Memberships/Subscriptions/Meetings/Mileage 1,845 Total Administrative $135,282 Market Night Garage Charges 1,231 Contractual Services 51,500 Permits/Bad Debt 200 Disposal 2,200 Electricity 3,000 Special Program Expenditures 6,000 Special Departmental/Promotional Supplies 6,000 Total Market Night $70,131 Ads & Promotions $83,000 Parking $3,000 Beautification $25,500 Communications $3,500 Capital Expenditures Citrus Avenue Improvements 35,000 Parking Improvements 300,000 Total Capital Expenditures 335,000 TOTAL EXPENSES $655,513 Estimated Cash Balance,June 30, 2003 $161,813 4 .... i L-L rUDin4lWS— - — - - - - - - - I STATE ,STREET � STATE F 17 CO_._...� f i CITRUS ' AVENUE . •� Ol- VINE — — — — --- STREET w Source:City of Redlands City of Redlands - Parking and Business Improvement Area B /' Parcel Boundary a 100 200 400 fawt [e _ r_ Improvement Area B Aprr!16, 20p1