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MINUTES
MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
JOINT REGULAR MEETING
JULY 20, 1998
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The joint regular meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and
Community Development Commission of the City of San Bernardino was
called to order by Mayor Valles at 8:05 a.m., Monday, July 20,
1998, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street,
San Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Clark with the following
being present: Mayor Valles; Council Members Lien, Arias, Schnetz,
Devlin, Anderson, Miller; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk Clark,
City Administrator Wilson. Absent: Council Member Estrada.
RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION
meeting - pages 21 & 22)
At 8:06 a.m., the Mayor and
Development Commission recessed
following:
- (Discussed later in the
(1)
Common Council and Community
to closed session for the
Pursuant to Government Code Sections:
A. Conference wit.h legal counsel existing litigation
pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a):
Green, Brown, Kennedv & Bruce vs. Citv of San Bernardino
- San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. SCV 48491;
Bertha Morana vs. City of San Bernardino, et al. - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. SCV 39012.
B. Conference with legal counsel - anticipated litigation -
significant exposure to litigation pursuant to
subdivision (b) of Government Code Section 54956.9.
C. Conference with legal counsel - anticipated litigation -
initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of
Government Code Section 54956.9.
D. Conference with legal counsel personnel matter
pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.
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CLOSED SESSION
At 8:06 a.m., Mayor Valles called the closed session to order
in the conference room of the Council Chambers of City Hall.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Clark with the following
being present: Mayor Valles; Council Members Lien, Arias, Schnetz,
Devlin, Anderson, Miller; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk Clark,
City Administrator Wilson. Absent: Council Member Estrada.
Also present: Senior Assistant City Attorney Simmons, Deputy
City Attorney Empeno and Edna Anderson, Administrative Operations
Supervisor, City Attorney's Office.
READING OF RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES
Deputy City Clerk Cordova read the titles of all the
resolutions and ordinances on the regular agenda of the Mayor and
Common Council and Community Development Commission/San Bernardino
Joint Powers Financing Authority/San Bernardino Park Acquisition
Joint Powers Financing Authority/San Bernardino Associated
Communities Financing Authority while the Mayor and Council and
Community Development Commission were in closed session.
COUNCIL MEMBER ESTRADA ARRIVED
At 8:21 a.m., Council Member Estrada arrived at closed
session.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR HAYS ARRIVED
At 8:25 a.m., Development Services Director Hays arrived at
closed session.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR HAYS EXCUSED
At 8: 35 a. m., Development Services Director Hays left the
closed session.
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
At 8:50 a.m., the closed session adjourned to 9:00 a.m., in
the Council Chambers of City Hall.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 9:01 a.m., Mayor Valles reconvened the joint regular
meeting of t.he Mayor and Common Council and Community Development
Commission of the City of San Bernardino.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Clark with the following
being present.: Mayor Valles; Council Members Estrada, Lien, Arias,
Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk
Clark, City Administrator Wilson. Absent: None.
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INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Reverend David Randolph of San
Bernardino Community Hospital.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was led by Council Member Miller.
APPOINTMENTS BOARD OF BUILDING COMMISSIONERS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE - MAYOR
VALLES (2MB)
Mayor Valles submitted staff reports dated July 14, 1998,
requesting the appointments of Herbert Pollock to the Board of
Building Commissioners and Lynda Savage to the Community
Development Citizens Advisory Committee.
Council Member Devlin made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Anderson, and unanimously carried, that the appointments of
Herbert Pollock (alternate) and Lynda Savage, as recommended by
Mayor Valles, be approved.
PRESENTATIONS - SAN BERNARDINO CONFIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT
ASSOCIATION (SBCMA) SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS CHRISTINA
MARIE MADRID - FRANK MARTINEZ - SHENITA JONES (3)
Juanita Scott, Assistant to the Mayor, introduced President
Valerie Ross and Scholarship Committee Chair Millicent Price of the
San Bernardino Confidential Management Association, who in turn
presented a $700 scholarship to each of the following students:
Christina Marie Madrid, Frank Martinez and Shenita Jones.
valerie Ross explained how the funds are raised, and Millicent
Price extended her appreciation to the judges and those individuals
who comprised the scholarship committee.
COMMENDATION - JOE AVAKIAN - JACK'S DISPOSAL SERVICE -
NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP DAY - JULY 11, 1998 (3)
Juanita Scott, Assistant to the Mayor, read a resolution
commending Joe Avakian of Jack's Disposal Service for his
contribution in supplying 37 dumpsters for the Neighborhood Cleanup
Day held on July 11, 1998.
Samantha Webb of Jack's Disposal Service accepted the
commendation and presented a check to the San Bernardino
Neighborhood Cluster Association in the amount of $230, generated
from recycled materials, which was accepted by Mayor Valles.
Freddie Spellacy presented a trophy to Mr. Avakian for his
generous contributions to the community.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT - WEEK OF JULY 20, 1998 - SAN BERNARDINO
SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM - 21 YEARS OF SERVICE (3)
Juanita Scott, Assistant to the Mayor, read a resolution
recognizing the week of July 20, 1998, as the 21st anniversary of
the City's Senior Nutrition Program.
Oscar Perrier, Senior Recreation Supervisor,
Miller, Nutrition Director of the Parks, Recreation
Services Department, accepted the proclamation.
and Michael
and Community
SERVICE PIN AWARDS
(3)
Juanita Scott, Assistant to the Mayor, read the names of the
following employees who received a service pin award in recognition
of their many years of dedicated service to the city:
Name
Allen Simpson
Wayne Harp
Anthony White
Albert Andon
Department
Fire
Police
Police
San Bernardino
Employment & Training
Agency
Years of Service
20-year pin
30-year pin
5-year pin
10-year pin
Each employee received a service pin presented by Mayor
Valles.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - JUANITA SCOTT, ASSISTANT TO THE MAYOR
(4)
Juanita Scott, Assistant to the Mayor, acknowledged that the
city received a letter from the Director of Physical Planning and
Development of California State University, San Bernardino,
commending city staff for their work on the landscaping and
irrigation facilities in the Northpark Boulevard Median.
She also noted that Judi Penman, Executive Director of the San
Bernardino Area Chamber of Commerce, was recognized by the San
Bernardino County Schools who presented her with the San
Bernardino County Medal of Honor Award.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - COUNCIL MEMBER ANDERSON
(4)
Council Member Anderson acknowledged the raising of the Spirit
of Freedom Statue unveiled this past weekend in Washington D.C.
The statue was erected in honor of the 209,000 African-American
soldiers who fought in the civil War; 39,000 of which lost their
lives in honor of their country. She further stated that on
November 11, 1998, the names of the 209,000 African-American Civil
War soldiers will be etched in stone.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - COUNCIL MEMBER ARIAS
(4)
Council Member Arias stated that she had attended the races
held in Fontana and the opening of the Metrolink within the City of
Rialto.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - MAYOR VALLES
(4)
Mayor Valles extended her thanks to
neighborhood associations for organizing
11. She also announced the following:
Freddie Spellacy and the
the clean-up day on July
On Friday, July 17, 1998, she represented the City of San
Bernardino in a Pat Summeral "Champions of Industry" television
show on MSNBC. Topics discussed were the unique and unusual
business opportunities, land, water, transportation, and the target
of high-tech manufacturing and distribution businesses within the
city. The program also focused on youth sports within the city to
create the image of San Bernardino becoming the "youth sports
center capital" for tournaments and play-offs.
The city will be focused in the local daily newspaper as part
of the Inland Empire Economic part.nership's (IEEP) aggressive print
and internet promotion campaign to promot.e business retention and
expansion. These articles will be featured in IEEP's national
campaign, direct mail and trade shows.
Mayor Valles announced the passing of Mrs. Cathy Reilly, wife
of former Councilman Jack Reilly who also served as the city's
Planning Director for many years, and Richard "Dick" McDonald, who
in 1948 founded the world famous chain of fast food restaurants
known as McDonald's right here in San Bernardino at the corner of
14th and "E".
ANNOUNCEMENTS - CITY CLERK CLARK
(4)
City Clerk Clark wished her grandson, Tanner Clark, a good
morning; explained that he had been involved in an accident and
thanked the paramedics who arrived at the scene for their excellent
service.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - PASTOR SHAW
(5)
Pastor Shaw
Bernardino, CA,
violated because
undue force.
of the Prayer Mission, 1525 North "D" Street, San
voiced concern that his civil rights had been
he was falsely imprisoned and the police rendered
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PUBLIC COMMENTS - VERA GALLARDO
(5)
Vera Gallardo, a resident of Colton, expressed concern
regarding the services provided by Omnitrans and urged the citizens
to vote in the upcoming November election.
WAIVE FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES (6)
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that full reading of the
resolutions and ordinances on the regular agenda of the Mayor and
Common Council and Community Development Commission be waived.
COUNCIL MINUTES
(7)
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of the
following meetings of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of
San Bernardino be approved as submitted in typewritten form: June
1, 1998; June 15, 1998.
CLAIMS & PAYROLL
(8)
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that the claims and
payroll and the authorization to issue warrants as listed on the
memorandum dated July 15, 1998, from Barbara Pachon, Director of
Finance, be approved.
PERSONNEL ACTIONS
(9)
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that the personnel actions
as submitted by the Chief Examiner dated July 15, 1998, in
accordance with Civil Service rules and Personnel policies adopted
by the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino be
approved and ratified.
ORD. MC-I026 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AMENDING SECTION 3.54.150 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO TRANSIENT LODGING TAX. Final (10)
RES. 98-203 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
CONFIRMING COSTS OF ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCES AND
IMPOSING LIENS ON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO FOR THE COSTS OF THE
ABATEMENT. (Weed Abatements) (11)
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RES. 98-204 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER THE VACATION OF A
SECTION OF NON-VEHICULAR ACCESS AND A PORTION OF THE 30
FOOT LANDSCAPE EASEMENT ALONG TIPPECANOE AVENUE AND
RESERVING EXISTING EASEMENTS FOR PUBLIC UTILITIES. (12)
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, that said ordinance and resolutions be adopted.
Ordinance No. MC-I026 and Resolutlon Nos. 98-203 and 98-204
were adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members
Estrada, Lien, Arias, Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller. Nays:
None. Absent: None.
APPROVE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 10 - MCM CONSTRUCTION,
INC. - INSTALL SEWER LATERALS - 11 RESIDENCES ON PIONEER
ROAD - ORANGE SHOW ROAD EXTENSION, FROM ARROWHEAD AVENUE
TO TIPPECANOE AVENUE - PLAN NO. 9142 - $14,524.34 (16)
Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, submitted a
staff report dated June 16, 1998, concerning Contract Change Order
No. 10 with MCM Construction, Inc.
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that Contract Change Order
No. 10 with MCM Construction, Inc., be approved in accordance with
Plan No. 9142 to pay for the installation of sewer laterals for 11
residences located on pioneer Road.
APPROVE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 11 - MCM CONSTRUCTION,
INC. - FUTURE LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION & ELECTRICAL SERVICE -
INSTALL 1,500 LINEAL FEET OF 4-INCH PVC CONDUIT - ORANGE
SHOW ROAD EXTENSION, FROM ARROWHEAD AVENUE TO TIPPECANOE
AVENUE - PLAN NO. 9142 - $6,122.48 (17)
Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, submitted a
staff report dated July 2, 1998, concerning Contract Change Order
No. 11 with MCM Construction, Inc.
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that Contract Change Order
No. 11 to the contract with MCM Construction, Inc., for the
extension of Orange Show Road, from Arrowhead Avenue to Tippecanoe
Avenue, in accordance with plan No. 9142, be approved, for
providing 1,500 lineal feet of 4-inch PVC conduit for sleeves
between the median islands for future landscape irrigation and
electrical service, work to be performed on a time and material
basis at an increase to the contract price of $6,122.48 from
$9,176,187.10 to $9,182,309.58.
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APPROVE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 12 - MCM CONSTRUCTION,
INC. - INSTALL ADDITIONAL 30-INCH DIAMETER STEEL CASING -
UNDERNEATH BNSF RAILROAD TRACK ORANGE SHOW ROAD
EXTENSION, FROM ARROWHEAD AVENUE TO TIPPECANOE AVENUE -
PLAN NO. 9142 - $13,272 (18)
Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, submitted a
staff report dated July 2, 1998, concerning Contract Change Order
No. 12 with MCM Construction, Inc.
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that Contract Change Order
No. 12 to the contract with MCM Construction, Inc., for the
extension of Orange Show Road, from Arrowhead Avenue to Tippecanoe
Avenue, in accordance with Plan No. 9142, be approved, for the
installation of an additional 30-inch diameter steel casing
underneath the BNSF railroad track to provide for water service in
that area for an estimated additional cost to the contract of
$13,272 from $9,162,915.10 to $9,176,187.10.
RES. 98-205 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR
OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH
PROPERTY OWNERS ON PIONEER STREET (ORANGE SHOW ROAD
EXTENSION) FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A RETAINING WALL AND
APPURTENANT FACILITIES ON THEIR PROPERTIES. (20)
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RES. 98-206 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
1998-1999 FOR THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 9 OF TITLE 1 OF THE
CALIFORNIA CODE AND REPEALING RESOLUTION 97-256. (21)
RES. 98-207 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PARKS, RECREATION AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT TO ACCEPT AN AMENDED SENIOR
NUTRITION CONTRACT FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 1998
AUGUST 31, 1998. (22)
RES. 98-208 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT TO
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH STACEY LUCIANO RELATING TO THE
FURNISHING OF REGISTERED DIETITIAN SERVICES TO BE
UTILIZED BY THE CITY'S SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM. (23)
RES. 98-209 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING ANNUAL PURCHASE ORDERS TO ASSOCIATED TRUCK PARTS
AND FRANKLIN TRUCK PARTS FOR BRAKE PARTS AND OTHER
RELATED SERVICES UTILIZED BY THE PUBLIC SERVICES
DEPARTMENT FLEET DIVISION. (25)
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RES. 98-210 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING AN ANNUAL PURCHASE ORDER TO SOUTH WESTERN MOTORS
FOR AUTOMOTIVE AND TRUCK HEATING/COOLING SERVICE, REPAIRS
AND OVERHAUL SERVICES TO BE UTILIZED BY THE PUBLIC
SERVICES FLEET DIVISION. (26)
RES. 98-211 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING ANNUAL PURCHASE ORDERS TO COLTON TRUCK SUPPLY
AND METRO/STAR PARTS TO PROVIDE AUTOMOTIVE, HEAVY TRUCK
AND EQUIPMENT PARTS, AND OTHER RELATED SERVICES TO BE
UTILIZED BY THE FLEET DIVISION OF THE PUBLIC SERVICES
DEPARTMENT. (27)
RES. 98-212 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING AN ANNUAL PURCHASE ORDER TO BUDGET TRANSMISSION
TO PURCHASE, SERVICE, REPAIR OR OVERHAUL TRANSMISSIONS TO
BE UTILIZED BY THE FLEET DIVISION OF THE PUBLIC SERVICES
DEPARTMENT. (29)
RES. 98-213 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING AN ANNUAL PURCHASE ORDER TO POMA DISTRIBUTING
COMPANY FOR AUTOMOTIVE, HEAVY TRUCK, AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT
LUBRICANTS TO BE UTILIZED BY THE FLEET DIVISION OF THE
PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH BID
SPECIFICATION F-99-02. (30)
RES. 98-214 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING AN ANNUAL PURCHASE ORDER TO HYDRA FORCE FOR
MANUFACTURING, MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS AND SUPPLIES OF
HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS FOR HEAVY TRUCKS AND EQUIPMENT TO BE
UTILIZED BY THE PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT FLEET
DIVISION. (31)
RES. 98-215 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO,
CALIFORNIA, TO ADOPT THE AMENDMENT TO THE SITING ELEMENT
OF THE COUNTYWIDE INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
(CIWMP) FOR SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY. (33)
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, that said resolutions be adopted.
Resolution Nos. 98-205, 98-206, 98-207, 98-208, 98-209, 98-
210, 98-211, 98-212, 98-213, 98-214 and 98-215 were adopted by the
following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien, Arias,
Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
APPROVE $20,000 ALLOCATION - UNAPPROPRIATED RESERVES -
APPROVE PLAN NO. 9783 - TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS ON DEL ROSA
AVENUE AT ROUTE 30 - AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
(13)
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Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, submitted a
staff report dated June 30, 1998, concerning traffic improvements
on Del Rosa Avenue at Route 30.
Director Hays explained the traffic improvements to be made on
Del Rosa Avenue at Route 30.
Robert Neves, 2348 Sterling Avenue #439, San Bernardino, CA,
requested the installation of curb ramps.
Council Member Devlin made a mot.ion, seconded by Council
Member Arias, and unanimously carried, that the allocation of
$20,000 in supplemental funding from the 126 account,
unappropriated reserves, to replace a previous transfer of funds,
be approved; and that the Director of Development Services be
authorized to advertise for bids for traffic improvements on Del
Rosa Avenue at Route 30, per Plan No. 9783.
RES. 98-216 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AWARDING A CONTRACT TO DOUG
MARTIN CONTRACTING COMPANY, INC., FOR PAVEMENT
REHABILITATION BY SLURRY SEAL METHOD PHASE IV BETWEEN
VICTORIA AVENUE AND LA PRAIX AND FROM HIGHLAND AVENUE TO
NORTHERLY CITY LIMITS. (14)
Robert Neves, 2348 Sterling Avenue #439, San Bernardino, CA,
stated that the city needs to become more handicap accessible and
requested the installation of curb ramps.
Council Member Devlin made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Anderson, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 98-216 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien,
Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent:
by the following vote:
Arias, Schnetz, Devlin,
None.
RES. 98-217 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AWARDING A CONTRACT TO
HILLSIDE CONTRACTORS, INC., FOR INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC
SIGNAL AT TIPPECANOE AVENUE AND CENTRAL AVENUE/PALM
MEADOWS DRIVE. (15)
Robert Neves, 2348 Sterling Avenue #439, San Bernardino, CA,
inquired if the traffic signal had an audible squawking device.
Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, confirmed the
signal included an audible squawking device.
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Devlin, that the Mayor and Common Council authorize the
Director of Finance to amend the fiscal year 1998/99 Capital
Projects Budget as outlined in the staff report dated July 8, 1998,
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from Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, to reflect 1)
the total cost of $120,000 for installation of a signal at
Tippecanoe and Central Avenues; and 2) the $60,000 in reimbursement
revenue to be budgeted from the Inland Valley Development Agency to
cover 50 percent of the total project cost; and that said
resolution be adopted.
The motion carried and Resolution No. 98-217 was adopted by
the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien, Arias,
Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
APPROVE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 13
INC. - INSTALL 1,600 LINEAL FEET OF
SHOW ROAD EXTENSION, FROM ARROWHEAD
AVENUE - PLAN NO. 9142 - $28,000
- MCM CONSTRUCTION,
GARDEN WALL - ORANGE
AVENUE TO TIPPECANOE
(19)
Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, submitted a
staff report dated July 7, 1998, concerning Contract Change Order
No. 13 with MCM Construction, Inc.
Robert Neves, 2348 Sterling Avenue #439, San Bernardino, CA,
questioned the use of street construction funds for the
installation of a garden wall.
Director Hays explained the need for the installation of the
garden wall.
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Anderson, and unanimously carried, that Contract Change
Order No. 13 to the contract with MCM Construction, Inc., for the
extension of Orange Show Road, from Arrcwhead Avenue to Tippecanoe
Avenue, in accordance with Plan No. 9142, be approved, for
installation of approximately 1,600 lineal feet of garden wall in
front of 13 residential properties located on pioneer Street
(Orange Show Road extension), work to be performed on a time and
material basis at an estimated price increase of $28,000 from
$9,182,309.58 to $9,210,309.58.
RES. 98-218 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO ACCEPT
THE FY 98 LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT (LLEBG)
PROGRAM AWARD FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE BUREAU
OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE (BJA) ON BEHALF OF THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPORT EXPENDITURES.
ACCEPTANCE IS CONTINGENT UPON THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING
FOR THE REQUIRED CASH MATCH. (24)
Police Lieutenant Poyzer answered questions concerning the
surety of receiving the grant.
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Devlin, that said resolution be adopted.
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Resolution No. 98-218 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien,
Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent:
by the following vote:
Arias, Schnetz, Devlin,
None.
RES. 98-219 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING ANNUAL PURCHASE ORDERS TO VIKING TIRE AND
PARKHOUSE TIRE TO PROVIDE TIRES, TUBES AND RELATED REPAIR
SERVICES TO BE UTILIZED BY THE FLEET DIVISION OF THE
PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT. (28)
Council expressed concern regarding the policy for the local
bidders preference and requested that the Mayor's business task
force look into the matter.
City Attorney Penman explained the application of the local
bidders preference.
Jim Howell, Director of Public Services, stated that the local
bidders preference was taken into account and answered questions
relative to the bid process.
Council Member Schnetz made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Devlin, that said resolution be adopted.
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Ayes:
Nays:
Resolution No. 98-219 was adopted by the following vote:
Council Members Estrada, Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller.
Council Members Lien, Arias. Absent: None.
RES. 98-220
AUTHORIZING
CITY OF SAN
RELATING TO
PURPOSES.
- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
BERNARDINO AND WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC.,
TREE TRIMMING SERVICES FOR TREE TRIMMING
(32)
Public Services Director Howell
the 5th year of its 8-year tree
questions relative to such.
stated that the city is now in
trimming plan and answered
Council Member Schnetz made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Anderson, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 98-220 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Arias, Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson,
Miller. Nays: Council Member Lien. Absent: None.
RECESS MEETING
At 10:02 a.m., Mayor Valles declared a five-minute recess.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 10: 17 a. m., Mayor Valles reconvened the j oint regular
meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and Community Development
Commission of the City of San Bernardino.
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ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Clark with the following
being present: Mayor Valles; Council Members Estrada, Lien, Arias,
Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk
Clark, City Administrator Wilson. Absent: None.
PUBLIC HEARING - VACATE PORTION OF ENNIS STREET BETWEEN
AMOS AVENUE & LINCOLN AVENUE (38)
Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, submitted a
staff report dated June 26, 1998, concerning the vacation of a
portion of Ennis Street between Amos and Lincoln Avenues.
Mayor Valles opened the hearing.
No public comments were rendered.
RES. 98-221 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF ENNIS STREET
BETWEEN AMOS AVENUE AND LINCOLN AVENUE AND RESERVING
EASEMENTS FOR THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO FOR SANITARY
SEWER, WATERLINES, STREET LIGHTING CONDUITS AND FOR
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON FOR ELECTRICAL FACILITIES AND
COM CAST CABLEVISION. (38)
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
r Member Devlin, that the hearing be closed; that the findings of
fact as set forth in the staff report from the Director of
Development Services, as to why a portion of Ennis Street between
Amos Avenue and Lincoln Avenue is no longer necessary for public
street purposes, be approved; and that said resolution be adopted.
The motion carried and Resolution No. 98-221 was adopted by
the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien, Arias,
Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
PUBLIC HEARING - ESTABLISH FEES & RATES - COLLECTION OF
REFUSE, GREEN WASTES & RECYCLABLE MATERIALS - (Discussed
later in the meeting - page 22) (39)
Jim Howell, Director of Public Services, submitted a staff
report dated June 16, 1998, concerning fees and rates imposed for
the collection of refuse, green wastes and recyclable materials.
Huston Carlyle, Senior Assistant City Attorney, submitted a
memorandum dated July 16, 1998, which relates his observations of
the proposed resolution which establishes the rates and fees.
Mayor Valles opened the hearing.
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Director Howell gave a presentation providing the rationale
for the proposed increase in rates and fees levied for the handling
of refuse, green wastes and recyclable materials.
Lynn Merrill, Solid Waste Manager, explained the services
provided to commercial users and the proposed rates.
Gil Navarro, President of the California Parents Association,
985 Kendall Avenue #A, San Bernardino, CA, voiced concern regarding
the proposed rate increase because a budget and department
utilization costs were not submitted as a part of the supporting
documentation.
Council expressed concern
increase; however, it was noted
refuse operation mandates such.
relative to the proposed rate
that the costs associated with the
RES. 98-228 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ESTABLISHING THE FEES AND
RATES TO BE CHARGED FOR THE COLLECTION OF REFUSE, GREEN
WASTES AND RECYCLABLES, AND REPEALING RESOLUTIONS 92-192
AND 95-383 AND AMENDMENTS THERETO. (Discussed later in
the meeting - page 23) (39)
Council Member Lien made a motion that the matter be tabled.
The motion failed for lack of a second.
A discussion was held concerning the effects of the
dissolution of Assessment District No. 994 and the costs the refuse
division had to absorb as a result of previous budget-balancing
measures.
Concern was expressed regarding the costs to senior citizens
and the proposed commeroial rate increase.
Director Howell answered questions regarding how the street
sweeping services affected the tabulation of the proposed rate
increase and the consequence of freezing rates for senior and low-
income citizens.
Council Member Arias made a motion that the matter be tabled.
The motion failed for lack of a second.
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Devlin, that the hearing be closed; and that said resolution
be adopted, to become effective September 1, 1998.
The motion failed by the following vote:
Members Devlin, Anderson, Miller. Nays: Council
Lien, Arias, Schnetz. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council
Members Estrada,
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Council Member Devlin made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Schnetz, and unanimously carried, that the previous action
taken to close the public hearing and that said resolution be
adopted, to become effective September 1, 1998, be reconsidered.
Council Member Estrada made
Member Schnetz, and unanimously
continued to the afternoon.
a motion!
carried,
seconded by Council
that the matter be
APPROVE REORGANIZATION - CODE COMPLIANCE DIVISION (35)
Edward Raya, Director
report dated July 9, 1998,
Code Compliance Division.
of Human Resources, submitted a staff
concerning the reorganization of the
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, that four (4) positions of
Senior Code Compliance Officer, Range 2390, $3,105-$3,774/month, be
added; that one (1) position of Code Compliance Officer II, Range
1362, $2,700-$3, 282/month, be reclassified to the position of
Senior Code Compliance Officer, Range 2390, $3,105-$3,774/month;
that the vacant position of Code Compliance Field Representative,
Range 2342, $2,444-$2,971/month, be deleted; that the following
four (4) vacant positions be deleted: Senior Housing Inspector
(1), Range 1381, $2,969-$3,608/month; Housing Inspector (2), Range
1362, $2,700-$3,282/month; and Building Inspector I (1), Range
1362, $2,700-$3,282/month; that the Director of Finance be
authorized to amend the fiscal year 1998/99 budget to transfer
$5,943 from Account No. 001-071-5505, Contractual Services, to
Account No. 001-071-5011, Salaries, Full-Time; and that the
Department of Human Resources be directed to amend the appropriate
documents to reflect this particular action.
APPROVE SALARY UPGRADE - FIRE DISPATCH UNIT
(36)
Edward Raya, Director of Human Resources, submitted a staff
report dated July 9, 1998, concerning t.he proposed salary upgrade
for the fire dispatch unit.
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, that the recommended salary
ranges be adopted; that the Mayor and Common Council authorize the
Director of Finance to amend the fiscal year 1998/99 budget to
increase Fire Department dispatch salary accounts by $24,500 to
cover the cost of upgrading dispatcher salaries as outlined in the
staff report dated July 9, 1998, from Edward Raya, Director of
Human Resources; and that the Department of Human Resources be
directed to update the appropriate documents to reflect this
particular action.
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APPROVE REORGANIZATION
SERVICES DEPARTMENT
REFUSE DIVISION
PUBLIC
(37)
Edward Raya, Director of Human Resources, submitted a staff
report dated July 9, 1998, concerning the proposed reorganization
of the Refuse Division of the Public Services Department.
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, that two (2) vacant
positions be deleted for the classification of Sanitation Route
Supervisor, Range 2391, $3,120-$3,793/month; that the position of
Recycling & Environmental Projects Manager, Range 4444, $4,065-
$4,491/month, be downgraded to the position of Environment.al
Projects Coordinator, Range 2412, $3,465-$4,212/month; that the
position of Collector, Range 1300, $1,982-$2,409/month, be
reclassified to the position of Environmental Projects Assistant,
Range 1314, $2,125-$2,583/month; and that the Department of Human
Resources be directed to update the appropriate documents to
reflect this particular action.
APPROVE REORGANIZATION - CITY CLERK'S OFFICE (34)
Edward Raya, Director of Human Resources, submitted a staff
report dated July 8, 1998, concerning the proposed reorganization
of the City Clerk's Office.
Concern was expressed regarding the use of Community
Development Block Grant funds to absorb the additional costs
associated with the City Clerk's Office proposed reorganization.
City Clerk Clark explained that her office is now assuming the
duties of the Economic Development Agency which relate to the
Community Development Commission, Mobile Home Rent Board,
Redevelopment Committee and the Community Development Citizens
Advisory Committee. Hence, the use of the funds would be
appropriate.
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Anderson, and unanimously carried, that one (1) position of
Deputy City Clerk I, Range 3373, $2,853-$3,467/month be downgraded
to the position of Senior Secretary (U), Range 3351, $2,556-
$3,107/month; that the position of Typist Clerk III, Range 1275,
$1,750-$2,127/month be upgraded to the position of Deputy City
Clerk I, Range 3373, $2,853-$3,467/month; however, this Deputy City
Clerk I position would be underfilled for a period of one year with
a position of Secretary (U), Range 333:, $2,313-$2,812/month. At
the end of the one year, the position would be budgeted as a Deputy
ci ty Clerk I; that the Mayor and Common Council authorize the
Director of Finance to amend the fiscal year 1998/99 budget to
increase the City Clerk's Office salary account and the Economic
Development Agency revenue account by $3,200 to cover the cost of
the City Clerk's Office reorganization; and that the Department of
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Human Resources be directed to update the appropriate documents to
reflect this particular action.
RES. 98-222 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH LOS PADRINOS
INC., A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, TO IMPLEMENT A
COMPREHENSIVE CITYWIDE GRAFFITI REMOVAL PROGRAM. (40)
Council Member Devlin made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Anderson, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolut.ion No. 98-222 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien,
Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent:
by the following vote:
Arias, Schnetz, Devlin,
None.
RES. 98-223 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT WITH FOX OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER RELATING
TO MEDICAL SERVICES. (41)
Council Member Lien made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Anderson, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 98-223 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien,
Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent:
by the
Arias I
None.
following vote:
Schnetz, Devlin,
APPROVE REQUEST - INSTALL DECORATIVE FLAGS ON LIGHT POSTS
- HOSPITALITY LANE, FROM "E" STREET TO WATERMAN AVENUE -
HOSPITALITY FOR BETTER BUSINESS ORGANIZATION (42)
Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, submitted a
staff report dated July 8, 1998, concerning a request for
installation of decorative flags from the Hospitality for Better
Business Organization.
City Administrator Wilson explained that the flags would be
donated to the city and city crews would install them.
Council Member Arias made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Lien, and unanimously carried, that the matter be tabled.
APPROVE PLAN NO. 9840 - REMOVE UNDERGROUND FUEL STORAGE
TANKS - FIRE STATION NO. ONE - AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT
FOR BIDS (43)
Michael Hays, Director of Development Services, submitted a
staff report dated July 9, 1998, concerning Plan No. 9840 for the
removal of underground fuel storage tanks at Fire Station No. One.
Council Member Devlin made
Member Anderson, and unanimously
a motion,
carried,
seconded by Council
that the Director of
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Development Services be authorized to advertise for bids for
removal of underground storage tanks at Fire Station No. One per
Plan No. 9840.
RES. 98-224 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 995 ESTABLISHING ANNUAL
SPECIAL TAX FOR FISCAL YEAR 1998/99. (44)
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Arias, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 98 -224 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien,
Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent:
by the following vote:
Arias, Schnetz, Devlin,
None.
RES. 98-225 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT
AND FILING OF THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
FOR THE YEAR 1998. (45)
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 98-225 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien,
Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent:
by the
Arias,
None.
following vote:
Schnetz, Devlin,
RES. 98-226 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
ADOPTING A STANDARD AGREEMENT TO BE USED FOR GAINING THE
PERMISSION OF PARCEL OWNERS TO ENTER THEIR PROPERTY FOR
THE PURPOSES OF CONDUCTING TRAINING AND/OR PRESCRIBED
VEGETATION MANAGEMENT BURNS. (46)
Council Member Devlin made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Anderson, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 98-226 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien,
Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent:
by the
Arias,
None.
following vote:
Schnetz, Devlin,
AUTHORIZE CONTINUED
CITIES EXCESS POOL
FISCAL YEAR 1998/99
PARTICIPATION BIG
(BICEP) INSURANCE
INDEPENDENT
$445,785
(47)
Edward Raya, Director of Human Resources, submitted a staff
report dated July 13, 1998, concerning ~he continued participation
in the Big Independent Cities Excess Pool.
Council Member Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, that the City continue its
participation in the Big Independent Cities Excess Pool at a cost
of $445,785 for fiscal year 1998/99.
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AUTHORIZE BUDGET AMENDMENT FISCAL YEAR 1998/99
ACQUISITION OF SEIZED ASSET FORFEITURE VEHICLE - 1997
FORD EXPEDITION - $7,300 - POLICE DEPARTMENT (48)
Lee Dean, Chief of Police, submitted a staff report dated July
6, 1998, requesting a fiscal year 1998/99 budget amendment for the
acquisition of a 1997 Ford Expedition.
Police Lieutenant Wes Farmer answered questions regarding the
intended use of the Expedition.
Council Member Devlin made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Anderson, and unanimously carried, that the Director of
Finance be authorized to amend the fiscal year 1998/99 Asset
Forfeiture budget as outlined in the staff report dated July 6,
1998, from Police Chief Lee Dean, to record the acquisition of a
seized 1997 Ford Expedition in lieu of cash proceeds. Net cost to
the Asset Forfeiture Fund is $7,300.
RES. 98-227 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
APPROVING A CERTAIN MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT BY AND
BETWEEN THE INLAND VALLEY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE
CITY. (Continued from July 6, 1998) (49)
Council Member Lien made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Estrada, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 98-227 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Lien,
Anderson, Miller. Nays: None. Absent:
by the following vote:
Arias, Schnetz, Devlin,
None.
RECESS MEETING
At 11:43 a.m., Mayor Valles recessed the meeting to 2:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 2: 06 p. m., Mayor Valles reconvened the j oint regular
meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and Community Development
Commission of the City of San Bernardino.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Clark with the following
being present: Mayor Valles; Council Members Estrada, Lien, Arias,
Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller; City Attorney Penman and
Economic Development Agency Special Counsel Sabo, City Clerk Clark,
Development Director Winkler. Absent: None.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION;' SAN BERNARDINO JOINT
POWERS FINANCING AUTHORITY/SAN BERNARDINO PARK
ACQUISITION JOINT POWERS FINANCING AUTHORITY/SAN
BERNARDINO ASSOCIATED COMMUNITIES FINANCING AUTHORITY -
JOINT REGULAR MEETING
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At 2: 06 p. m., Chairwoman Valles called to order the joint
regular meeting of the Community Development Commission/San
Bernardino Joint Powers Financing Authority/San Bernardino Park
Acquisition Joint Powers Financing Authority/San Bernardino
Associated Communities Financing Authority and Mayor and Common
Council.
APPROVE CONTRACT - LOS PADRINOS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA,
INC. - GRAFFITI REMOVAL - NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN-UP - WEED
ABATEMENT - $120,000 - LOW/MOD HOUSING FUNDS (R50)
Ronald Winkler, Development Director, submitted a staff report
dated July 14, 1998, concerning a cont.ract with Los Padrinos of
Southern California, Inc.
Director Winkler answered questions regarding the allocation
of funds for the Los Padrinos contract.
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Arias, and unanimously carrled, that the Community
Development Commission approve the utilization of Los Padrinos of
Southern California, Inc., in conjunc:cion with the delivery of
assorted graffiti removal, neighborhood clean-up and weed abatement
activities; and that $120,000 be allocated in available low/mod
housing funds budgeted for said purposes, and authorize the
execution of any necessary contract documents.
APPROVE PROJECT NO. 98-302 - CITY BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM
- FISCAL YEAR 1998/99 - MEMORANDL~ OF UNDERSTANDING -
$52,000 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS
ADMINISTRATIVE FUND (R51)
Ronald Winkler, Development Director, submitted a staf f report
dated July 14, 1998, concerning Project No. 98-302, City
Beautification Program.
Council Member Devlin made a mot.ion, seconded by Council
Member Anderson, and unanimously carried, that the Mayor and Common
Council approve the award of $52,000 in Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) administrative funds :co Project 98-302, City
Beautification Program, for fiscal year 1998/99, and authorize t.he
execution of a standard memorandum of understanding (MOU).
APPROVE PROJECT NOS. 97-229 & 98-219 - LEASE PURCHASE OF
SEVEN OR MORE FIRE ENGINES OR VEHICLES & ANCILLARY
EQUIPMENT APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER WITH PIERCE
MANUFACTURING - $1,900,000 - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS (R52)
Ronald Winkler, Development Director, submitted a staff report
dated July 15, 1998, concerning Project Nos. 97-229 and 98-219 for
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the purchase of seven or more fire engines or vehicles and
ancillary equipment.
Council Member Devlin made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, that the Mayor and Common
Council approve the issuance of a purchase order in an amount not
to exceed $1,900,000 for the lease purchase of seven or more fire
engines or fire vehicles and ancillary equipment from Pierce
Manufacturing (CDBG Project Nos. 97-229 and 98-219) .
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR WINKLER EXCUSED
At 2:13 p.m., Development Director Winkler left the council
meeting and was replaced by City Administrator Wilson.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY SPECIAL COUNSEL SABO EXCUSED
At 2:13 p.m., Economic Development Agency Special Counsel Sabo
left the council meeting.
RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION - (Discussed earlier and
later in the meeting - pages 1 & 22) (1)
At 2:14 p.m., the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission recessed to closed session for the
following:
Pursuant to Government Code Sections:
~
A.
Conference with legal counsel existing litigation
pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a):
Green, Brown, Kennedv & Bruce vs. Citv of San Bernardino
- San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. SCV 48491;
Bertha Morana vs. City of San Bernardino, et al. - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. SCV 39012.
B. Conference with legal counsel - anticipated litigation -
significant exposure to litigation pursuant to
subdivision (b) of Government. Code Section 54956.9.
C. Conference with legal counsel - anticipated litigation -
initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of
Government Code Section 54956.9.
D. Conference with legal counsel personnel matter
pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.
CLOSED SESSION
At 2:15 p.m., Mayor Valles called the closed session to order
in the conference room of the Council Chambers of City Hall.
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ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Clark with the following
being present: Mayor Valles; Council Members Estrada, Lien, Arias,
Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk
Clark, City Administrator Wilson. Absent: None.
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
At 2:42 p.m., the closed session adjourned to the Council
Chambers of City Hall.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 2:43 p.m., Mayor Valles reconvened the joint regular
meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and Community Development
Commission of the City of San Bernardino.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Clark with the following
being present: Mayor Valles; Council Members Estrada, Lien, Arias,
Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk
Clark, City Administrator wilson. Absent: None.
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS - (Discussed earlier in the
meeting - pages 1 & 21) (1)
City Attorney Penman announced that in closed session, the
Mayor and Council took action on a motion that the following
described matter arose subsequent to t.he posting of the agenda.
City Clerk Clark announced that the motion carried with Council
Member Miller voting against the motion. Mr. Penman further stated
that based upon the approval of the motion, the following had been
discussed in closed session:
Conference with real property negotiator
Government Code Section 54956.8:
pursuant to
Property:
770 Showcase Drive
Negotiating Parties:
Mayor Valles and Pete Shaver
Under Negotiation:
Price and terms of payment
Mayor Valles announced that in closed session, the Mayor and
Council took action, which unanimously carried, to deny the request
from Shaver Auto for a sales tax rebate.
PUBLIC HEARING - ESTABLISH FEES & RATES - COLLECTION OF
REFUSE, GREEN WASTES & RECYCLABLE MATERIALS - (Discussed
earlier in the meeting - page 13) (39)
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RES. 98-228 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ESTABLISHING THE FEES AND
RATES TO BE CHARGED FOR THE COLLECTION OF REFUSE, GREEN
WASTES AND RECYCLABLES, AND REPEALING RESOLUTIONS 92-192
AND 95-383 AND AMENDMENTS THERETO. (Discussed earlier in
the meeting - page 14) (39)
Barbara Pachon, Director of Finance, submitted a memorandum
dated July 20, 1998, concerning the refuse residential rate
increase/low-income credit.
Jim Howell, Director of Public Services, submitted memoranda
dated July 16 and 20, 1998, respectively, concerning the refuse
budget shortfall and the street sweeping survey.
Mayor Valles proceeded with the public hearing.
Barbara pachon, Director of Finance, stated that a rebate
program currently exists and explained the provisions of such. She
further stated that prior to the formation of Assessment District
No. 994, the costs for street sweeping services was being absorbed
by the General and Refuse Funds.
It was noted that even with the proposed increase, the city's
rates are still lower than the surrounding cities.
r
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, that the hearing be closed; and that said resolution
be adopted, to become effective September 1, 1998.
The motion carried and Resolution No. 98-228 was adopted by
the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Arias,
Schnetz, Devlin, Anderson, Miller. Nays: Council Member Lien.
Absent: None.
ADJOURN MEETING (53)
At 2:55 p.m., the joint regular meeting adjourned. The next
regular meeting of the Mayor and Council and Community Development
Commission will be held on Monday, August 3, 1998, in the Council
Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino,
California.
RACHEL G. CLARK
City Clerk
By
zanna Cordova
eputy City Clerk
No. of Items: 53
No. of Hours: 5
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