HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024_12_03 - RegularMINUTES
Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held in the Council Chambers, Civic Center,
35 Cajon Street, on December 3, 2024 at 5:00 P.M.
Present: Eddie Tejeda, Mayor
Paul Barich, Mayor Pro Tempore
Denise Davis, Council Member
Jenna Guzman-Lowery, Council Member
Mario Saucedo, Council Member
Staff:Charles M. Duggan, Jr., City Manager; Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney; Jeanne
Donaldson, City Clerk; Phillip Doolittle, City Treasurer; Janice McConnell, Assistant City
Manager; Chris Boatman, Assistant City Manager; 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; Rachel Tolber, Police Chief; Tabitha Crocker, Facilities
and Community Services Director; Robert Meteau, HR/Risk Management Director
Mayor Tejeda called the meeting to order and explained that comments could be presented
in-person, via Zoom, via cell phone or landline. Council Member Davis announced that due to
property ownership within 500 feet of the Grove School, she recused herself from Closed Session
Item C-4 related to property negotiations with the Redlands Unified School District regarding
Grove School. The Mayor 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: Existing Litigation - Government Code §54956.9(d)(1)
(City Attorney Garcia)
One Case:
a. Harper v. City of Redlands, et al. , U.S. District Court Central District of California , Case No.
5:23-cv-00695-SSS-KKy
Conference with real property negotiators - Government Code §54956.8
(Assistant City Manager Boatman)
Property: APNs: 0173-231-23-0000 and 0173-231-26-0000 (England
Grove)
Agency
Negotiators:
Charles M. Duggan, City Manager; Christopher Boatman,
Assistant City Manager
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Negotiating Party:Johanna Crooker, ACIP Director of Forward Planning -
Entitlements, Southern California; Meritage Homes of
California, Inc.
Under Negotiation:Terms of payment and price of possible land purchase by City.
Conference with real property negotiators - Government Code §54956.8
(Assistant City Manager Boatman)
Property:APN: 0171-191-30-0000
Agency
Negotiators:
Charles M. Duggan, City Manager; Christopher Boatman,
Assistant City Manager
Negotiating Party:Steve Stockton, President, Redlands Historical Museum
Association
Under
Negotiation:
Terms of possible lease with City.
Conference with real property negotiators - Government Code §54956.8
(Assistant City Manager Boatman)
Property:APN: 0292-166-08-0000 (Grove School)
Agency
Negotiators:
Charles M. Duggan, City Manager; Christopher Boatman,
Assistant City Manager
Negotiating
Party:
Jason Hill, Deputy Superintendent, Business Services/CBO;
Redlands Unified School District
Under
Negotiation:
Terms of possible property transfer to Redlands Unified School
District.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The meeting reconvened at 6:14 P.M. with an invocation by Council Member Davis followed by
the pledge of allegiance to the American flag.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Garcia announced that no reportable action was taken during the closed session.
PRESENTATIONS
Holiday Performance
The Redlands Girls Vocal Ensemble, led by Katharine Bond, performed musical selections
celebrating the holiday season.
City's 2024 Holiday Video
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City's 2024 Holiday Video
Mayor Tejeda presented the City's 2024 Holiday video wishing the community a wonderful
holiday season. The Mayor thanked Multimedia Production Coordinator, Cheryl Williams, and
volunteer Kam Kalanui, for their outstanding production work.
Donation to Animal Shelter
Mayor Pro Tem Barich introduced Tom Bell, from Tom Bell Chevrolet, who donated a $25,000
check to Animal Services Supervisor Jodi Kroeger and the Animal Shelter.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Acknowledging Council Member Guzman-Lowery - Chamber of Commerce Executive Director
Evan Sanford expressed his gratitude for the dedication, insight, and thoughtful approach of
Council Member Guzman-Lowery as she served the City over the last four years.
Various Musings - Dennis Bell thought the Christmas decorations did not live up to his
expectations, considering the City recently approved the contract for $180,000. He suggested the
Fire Department follow the direction of the Corona Fire Department and consider adding portable
mobile blood bank kits to their emergency vehicles.
Respect for All - Anthony Dobbs voiced frustration with those that choose to speak showing little
respect for others and, in particular, showing disrespect towards women. All voices should be
provided the utmost respect.
Appreciation of Renaming Public Facilities - Ediberto Flores, of the Northside Impact
Committee, sincerely thanked Mayor Tejeda and the City for renaming the Community Senior
Center in honor of him and his dear wife, Gloria Flores, who recently passed. He personally was
grateful to Mayor Tejeda and his work towards unifying the north and south sides of Redlands
through the renaming of other facilities, including the Community Center in honor of Joe
Gonzales, the dining room of the Community Senior Center in honor of Mary Reyes Sanchez, and
the Community Park in honor of Norman N. Martinez and Oddie J. Martinez.
A City's Vision - Stephen Rogers cited the quote that can be found at the Prosellis of the
Redlands Bowl, "Without Vision a People Perish", and he urged the Council to take notice
because, in his opinion, the City lacked the necessary vision to thrive.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes
On motion of Council Member Denise Davis, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the regular meeting
minutes of November 19, 2024.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
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Local Appointments List for 2025
City Manager Duggan introduced the local appointments list for calendar year 2025 and
discussed the need for the City to comply with Government Code Section 54972 and
prepare a list of all regular and ongoing commissions and boards which are appointed by
the City Council. The list is to include all appointive terms which will expire during the
next calendar year with the name of the incumbent appointee, the date of appointment,
the date the term expires and the necessary qualifications for the position. Council
Member Saucedo raised questions about the terms of each commission and committee
member, consideration of term limits, and the process for removing a commissioner or
committee member. Council Members directed the City Manager to review the language
that governs the terms of service for all commissions and committees, including the
Planning Commission, and to report back to the Council at a future meeting.
On motion of Mayor Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Jenna Guzman-Lowery,
the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the Local Appointments List for
2025 of all regular and ongoing commissions and boards of the City of Redlands as
required by Government Code Section 54972.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 8642 Surplus Lands Annual Report
Assistant City Manager Boatman summarized Resolution No. 8642 to receive an annual
report of City of Redlands surplus lands. On January 1, 2020, new laws require the City
to annually report on surplus land held by the City. The intent of this legislation is to
improve the process for providing notice of surplus land to facilitate the development of
affordable housing around the State. The new law requires that any land “not necessary
for the agency’s use” be declared surplus. Prior to the disposition of the land, “Agency’s
use” is defined in the new law as land that is used or planned to be used for the agency’s
work or operations, such as a water treatment plant, park, detention basin, or other
agency use. The state law definition of “Agency use” expressly excludes commercial or
industrial uses, such as non-government retail, entertainment, or office development. If
an agency disposes of land to finance such a project or activity, that disposition must go
through the surplus land process under the new law. As public comment, Stephen Rogers
expressed confusion with the list and the way in which it was presented, adding that the
list identified properties that are not considered surplus.
On motion of Council Member Mario Saucedo, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution
No.8642 declaring certain City-owned properties classified as "not surplus" or “exempt
property”, and determined that adoption of the Resolution is exempt from environmental
review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the
California Environmental Quality Act.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
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Second Amendment Field Survey / Mapping / Improvement Plan Review Services
Development Services Director Desatnik stated the Second Amendment to the Professional
Services Agreement with CASC Engineering and Consulting, Inc., was a simple amendment
to an existing contract to increase the Agreement by $50,000 to an aggregate amount
not-to-exceed $125,000 to allow for the continued performance of professional services for
field survey and survey mapping/improvement plan review services for the City. As public
comment Stephen Rogers complained that CASC, as a consultant, had been doing work for
the City longer than any employee he could think of, and he was concerned that the contract
was being managed by the Development Services Department and not Municipal Utilities
and Engineering.
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 the agreement amendment 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 Second Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with CASC
Engineering and Consulting, Inc. increasing the aggregate amount of the Agreement to
$125,000 to allow for the continued performance of professional services for field survey and
survey mapping/improvement plan review services.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 8648 One-year Time Extension CRA No. 949
On motion of Council Member Denise Davis, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No.
8648 authorizing a one-year Extension of Time to the expiration date of Commission Review
& Approval No. 949 for the construction of a 48,079 square-foot light industrial building with
ancillary office space on a 2.56-acre parcel located at the northeast corner of New Jersey
Street and West Park Avenue (APN: 0292-153-20-0000) in the Commercial Industrial
(EV/IC) District of the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Reject Bids Fire Department Hazardous Waste Collection Site Metal Canopy
On motion of Council Member Denise Davis, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously rejected, by roll call vote, all bids received
for the Redlands Fire Department Household Hazardous Waste Collection Site Metal
Canopy. Funding for this project was to be provided by a grant from CalRecycle in the
amount of $244,500. The bids received exceeded the available budget and construction cost
estimate for the project and no additional funding has been allocated for this project.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
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Reject Bids Joslyn Senior Center HVAC/Roofing Project
On motion of Council Member Denise Davis, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously rejected, by roll call vote, all bids received
for the Joslyn Senior Center HVAC and Roofing project. The bids received exceeded the
available budget and construction cost estimate for the project.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Emergency Management Comprehensive Training Agreement
On motion of Council Member Denise Davis, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the Professional
Services Agreement with Jacob Green & Associates, Inc in the amount of $71,950 for the
development and implementation of an Emergency Management Comprehensive Training
and Exercise program.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Annual Payment Police Department Computer Aided Dispatch/Records Management
On motion of Council Member Denise Davis, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the annual
maintenance payment to Motorola Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $110,887.77 for the Police
Department's Spillman Computer Aided Dispatch/Records Management System.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Cooperative Agreement with SBMWD Regional Biosolids Program Feasibility Study
Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Harris explained the City's Wastewater
Treatment Plant (WWTP) operates three primary anaerobic digesters and one secondary
digester. These digesters treat and stabilize sludge, which is a byproduct of the wastewater
treatment process. The digesters function in the absence of oxygen and use bacteria to break
down organic matter in the sludge. The City currently contracts with Synagro-WWT, Inc. to
haul and dispose of approximately 5,000 tons of Class B biosolids each year to composting
facilities. Regulatory agency requirements related to biosolids land application, as well as
the City's reliance on hauling and disposal contractors, have driven the WWTP staff to
explore more resilient and sustainable strategies for long-term biosolids management.
Over the past several months, representatives from several Southern California wastewater
treatment agencies have collaborated to develop a Regional Biosolids Program Feasibility
Study scope of work to identify and evaluate potential regional solutions for biosolids
management. The draft agreement for participation in this project is still under development
and will be subject to review by the City’s legal team prior to finalization. Council Member
Saucedo pointed out how important it was to maintain the City's infrastructure, including
the WWTP.
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On motion of Council Member Jenna Guzman-Lowery, seconded by Council Member Mario
Saucedo, the City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval of
a Cooperative Agreement is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15378 of
the State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act, approved the
Cooperative Agreement with San Bernardino Municipal Water Department and partnering
agencies for the development of a Regional Biosolids Program Feasibility Study for an
amount not-to-exceed $50,000; and designated the City Manager or his designee as the City's
representative.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Watershed Sanitary Survey 5-Year Updates Agreement
Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Harris described a Professional Services
Agreement with Leslie Palencia, doing business as Palencia Consulting Engineers, for an
amount not-to-exceed $79,280 to prepare Watershed Sanitary Survey 5-Year Updates. The
City owns and operates two conventional surface water treatment plants (SWTP) that are
regulated by the State Water Resources Control Board Division of Drinking Water (DDW),
which requires a watershed sanitary conditions evaluation and summary report of findings
every five years. These engineering reports are used by regulators and staff to ensure
treatment processes align with current water quality monitoring, and watershed control
practices and activities. Council Member Saucedo stressed the value of these summary
reports and asked for a status update of the Highline Replacement Project. Director Harris
stated that he would have more information regarding the project at the next Council
meeting.
On motion of Council Member Mario Saucedo, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Paul
Barich, the City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that approval of a
Professional Services Agreement with Leslie Palencia, doing business as Palencia Consulting
Engineers, 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
Professional Services Agreement with Palencia Consulting Engineers for an amount
not-to-exceed $79,280 to prepare Watershed Sanitary Survey 5-Year Updates.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Resolution No. 8640 DOJ Tobacco Grant FY 2024-25
On motion of Council Member Denise Davis, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No.
8640 authorizing the Redlands Police Department's participation in the Tobacco Grant
Program funded by the California Department of Justice; and approved the appropriation of
the grant of $43,148.00 to the Police Department.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
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MOU Inland Regional Narcotics Enforcement
On motion of Council Member Denise Davis, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the Memorandum
of Understanding with the Inland Regional Narcotics Enforcement Team; and authorized the
Chief of Police to execute the Memorandum of Understanding.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
Facility Request Form Police Department Training
On motion of Council Member Denise Davis, seconded by Council Member Jenna
Guzman-Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, the submission of a
Facility Request Form to the University of Redlands for use of its facilities January 1, 2025
through December 31, 2026 for the Redlands Police Department to conduct training, testing, and
presentations; and authorized the Chief of Police, or her designee, to execute the facility use
request form and other related facility use documents for Redlands Police Department to
conduct training, presentations, and testing from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026 at
the University of Redlands.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
COMMUNICATIONS
Recognition of Council Member Jenna Guzman-Lowery
Council Member Davis requested Matt Swenson, President of the Redlands Professional
Firefighters Association, along with other RPFA members to assist in presenting Council
Member Guzman-Lowery with a beautiful floral arrangement. They offered their thanks and
appreciation for her vision, heart, and selfless service. On behalf of the State Senate, Maria
Brunner, Field Representative of the Office of Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes, presented a
Certificate of Recognition to Ms. Guzman-Lowery for her noteworthy leadership.
As public comment, Germaine Miles, Valerie Taber, Roux Whitmore, Janelle Martin of
Stronger Together Now, Michael Paisner, Jennifer Maravillas, Jennifer Kim, Kathy Sadanala,
Dominique Swanson, Amy Hudec, Sam Trad, Alex Beltran, Stephen Rogers and Karen
Brandon conveyed their deep appreciation of the commitment and dedication and service of
Jenna Guzman-Lowery. The consistent message throughout each of the eloquent speeches
included an outpouring of love and respect and praise for the Council Member. She was seen
as a valued leader who was honest and caring and passionate throughout all her work.
For her dedication and service as a Member of the City Council, Jenna Guzman-Lowery
received accolades from each of her fellow Council Members, and Ms. Guzman-Lowery was
presented with a fine plaque honoring her time with the City. She thanked her colleagues and
all those with whom she has worked. She praised City staff for their many contributions and
expressed sincere gratitude to everyone who participated in her final Council meeting.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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"Tennessee Village” Project Development Applications
Mayor Tejeda declared the meeting open as a public hearing and called on Principal Planner
Sean Reilly for a presentation of Resolution No. 8641 related to the development applications
for the proposed “Tennessee Village” project located on vacant land consisting of 13.48-acre
site located on the east side of Tennessee Street approximately 600 feet north of West Lugonia
Avenue within the Special Development (EV/SD) District of the East Valley Corridor Specific
Plan (APN: 0167-171-15-0000).
The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to adopt Resolution No. 1688 recommending approval of
the project entitlements and the Density Bonus Agreement to the City Council. The
Commission discussed site design, the density bonus, requirements for the project to provide
electric vehicle charging and the timing of project phasing and were supportive of the project
and its design. They suggested possible improvements related to service for electric vehicles
and electric appliance service for residential units. The Applicant agreed to a condition of
approval requiring all garage parking spaces to be EV charger ready, which exceeds the
typical building code standards. This condition of approval includes nine additional spaces (a
total of 178) that are all located within garage spaces where they are the most beneficial to the
residents.
The project proposal provides for ten buildings, which includes a mix of residential and
commercial uses, with 460 residential units and approximately 18,000 square feet of
commercial space. The mixed-use buildings are adjacent to Tennessee St. and include
commercial space on the first floor, with the residential units above, and six live/work lofts.
Commercial uses within the project are located near the southwestern corner of the project
site. The remainder of the buildings within the project are residential apartments only.
Representing the project owner, Lugonia Park Associates, LLC, Matt Jordan and Nolan
Leggio offered background on the developer with local roots, and they provided a more
detailed look at the project amenities including, a resort style pool/spa, clubhouse/fitness
center, theater and a rooftop deck.
As public comment, Stephen Rogers questioned the decision to remove this site from the EVC
Specific Plan and not establish a new specific plan for the project, as has been done for nearby
project sites. He said traffic will most definitely be an issue in the future, and he thought a full
EIR should be conducted. Bobby Garrity requested the Council approve the project because
the City was in a housing shortage and, in particular, an affordable housing shortage, and he
urged the Council to push for policy reforms to allow for increased density that does not
inhibit development. Tessa Richard, of Redlands YIMBY, fully supported the project because
of the City's need for more housing. Michael Paisner warned the Council to be diligent when
reviewing development projects, and to demand more from developers, by demanding the best
for Redlands as a community. Andy Hoder wondered what affordable housing would actually
look like, and he was worried that once the development was completed, the roads would be
unable to handle the flow of traffic.
One written letter was received from Marjan Abubo, of Lozeau Drury LLP, on behalf of
Supporters of Alliance for Environmental Responsibility (SAFER), who urged the Council to
conduct a full EIR because they claim there is substantial evidence that the project may have
significant impacts on biological resources, energy and greenhouse impacts and on human
health that have not been mitigated.
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health that have not been mitigated.
Mayor Tejeda closed the public hearing. Council Members were pleased the developer was
willing to address the needs of the City and add an affordable housing element to the project.
The renderings were beautifully done, and the Council appreciated the robust outreach
efforts with stakeholders and appreciated that no subsidies were requested. Mayor Tejeda
raised concerns about traffic and pointed out there was already congestion in this area. He
asked if the roads would accommodate an increase in cars and trucks.
Regarding traffic analysis, Development Services Director Desatnik explained that under
CEQA, studies were based on vehicle miles traveled, which is how many miles per capita that
the project generates. The General Plan provides direction and includes for the study of
determining whether the project itself degrades the level of service in the surrounding
intersections and if there is no degradation, the City can't require a specific project to take on
the burden of upgrading full traffic signals or any other major roadway improvements. It is the
City's responsibility and traffic impact fees are charged in order to allow for the City to make
regional improvements.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Paul Barich, seconded by Mayor Eddie Tejeda, the City
Council unanimously adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8641, approving the Tennessee
Village Mixed Use Project. Approvals included: 1) Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program prepared for the project; 2) Socio-Economic
Cost/Benefit Study prepared for the proposed project as required by Measure U; 3) Amendment
No. 50 to Specific Plan 40 to remove the project site consisting of 13.48 acres from
the boundaries of SP 40 area; 4) Zone Change No. 477 to change the zoning designation to
General Commercial (C-3) District; 5) Tentative Parcel Map No. 20688 to subdivide the entire
project site into four parcels; 6) Conditional Use Permit No. 1173 to construct a mixed-use
project consisting of 460 apartments and approximately 18,000 square feet of commercial space
on a vacant 13.48-acre site; 7) Commission Review and Approval No. 956 for site plan
approval and architectural design review; 8) Density Bonus Agreement with Declaration of
Affordable Housing Covenants and Restrictions to approve a Density Bonus Agreement which
sets forth the terms and conditions to allow the Density Bonus Units and increased density for
the project, the concessions and waivers that the developer is entitled to pursuant to State law,
and affordability covenants to ensure the affordability of twenty (20) apartment units for Very
Low Income households.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
NEW BUSINESS
Aerial Mapping Land Surveying Services
Facilities and Community Services Director Crocker summarized the Agreement with Schmidt
Geomatic Mapping, Inc. to provide aerial mapping and land surveying services for the
California Street Landfill for a potential total amount not-to-exceed $266,976. The Solid
Waste Division operates the landfill located on Nevada Street, adjacent to the Santa Ana River
wash. The California Street Landfill is required by Federal, State, and County agencies to
remain in compliance with regulatory requirements associated with the daily operations,
monitoring and adjustments, topographic maps, slope analysis, drainage diagrams, and
volumetric calculations of the landfill. This includes regular field mapping and surveying to
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ensure an accurate understanding of airspace utilization and to maintain water quality
compliance specific to the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board standards.
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 Agreement is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15301 of the State’s
guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved the
Agreement with Schmidt Geomatic Mapping, Inc. to provide aerial mapping and land surveying
services for the California Street Landfill for a potential total amount not-to-exceed $266,976.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
WWTP Secondary Clarifier Rehabilitation Project Services Agreement
Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Harris introduced the Non-Professional Services
Agreement with Clean Infusion LLC for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Secondary Clarifier
Rehabilitation Project for an amount not-to-exceed $430,000. The secondary clarifiers were
constructed at the WWTP in 1972 to meet new treatment standards mandated by the Clean
Water Act. These clarifiers process approximately 1.0-1.5 million gallons of wastewater each
day before the treated effluent is discharged to percolation ponds for groundwater recharge. It
is now necessary to repair, replace, and upgrade the secondary clarifier components to ensure
treatment system reliability.
On motion of Council Member Jenna Guzman-Lowery, seconded by Council Member Denise
Davis, the City Council unanimously determined, by roll call vote, that the Wastewater
Treatment Plant Secondary Clarifier Rehabilitation Project is exempt from environmental
review in accordance with Section 15302(c) of the State's guidelines implementing the
California Environmental Quality Act; and approved the Non-Professional Services Agreement
with Clean Infusion LLC for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Secondary Clarifier
Rehabilitation Project for an amount not-to-exceed $430,000.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed
COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Mayor Tejeda attended the community celebration commemorating the renaming of three city
facilities on November 20, 2024 at the Redlands Community Center.
Mayor Pro Tem Barich was proud to attend a recent gathering at Crafton Hills College to
celebrate the unveiling of the Paul and Joann Barich Terrace, as part of the Fire Academy,
enjoyed the downtown tree lighting ceremony, the Redlands Police Department's
Thanksgiving meal community event, and the Police Department Awards, Promotions and
Recognition ceremony. Again, he thanked Jenna Guzman-Lowery for her friendship and
service.
Council Member Davis participated in a lively discussion centered around childcare and child
care workers hosted by Zocalo Public Square and The James Irvine Foundation held at the
County Museum, and attended the Loma Linda Children's Hospital Groundbreaking,
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Council Member Guzman-Lowery recognized that this constituted her final moments as a
council member, and she expressed her appreciation of her colleagues and offered a huge thank
you to staff who consistently showed their kindness, patience, and guidance.
Council Member Saucedo attended the Loma Linda Children's Hospital Groundbreaking, the
Redlands Police Department's Thanksgiving meal community event, and enjoyed the Police
Department Awards, Promotions and Recognition ceremony held earlier in the day.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action required, Council Member Guzman-Lowery adjourned the
meeting at 9:13 P.M. The next regular meeting of the City of Redlands City Council will be
held on December 17, 2024.
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