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MINUTES
MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 5, 1994
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The regular meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the
City of San Bernardino was called to order by Mayor Minor at 8:05
a.m., Tuesday, July 5, 1994, in the Council Chambers of City Hall,
300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Minor; Council Members Negrete,
Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin, Miller; Deputy City Attorney
Simmons; City Clerk Rachel Clark; City Administrator Shauna Clark.
Absent: Council Member Pope-Ludlam.
RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION
At 8: 05 a. m., the Mayor and Common Council and
Development Commission recessed to closed session
following:
(1)
Community
for the
1. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6.
A. Conference With Labor Negotiator:
Aaency Neaotiator:
Shauna Clark, City Administrator
Employee Oraanization:
San Bernardino Public Employees'
representing Mid-Management employees
Association,
2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (a).
A. Conference With Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation:
(1) City of San Bernardino vs. Fireman's Fund - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 271849;
(2)
Leslie Bond vs. San Bernardino
Development Commission, et al San
Superior Court Case No. 276373;
Community
Bernardino
(3) Judy Kay DeVries vs. Countv of San Bernardino - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 261909;
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(4) McNeal vs. City/Mall
Court Case No. 09881.
San Bernardino Superior
B. Conference With Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation:
(1) Initiation of litigation pursuant to Subdivision
(c) of Section 54956.9: Two potential cases.
CLOSED SESSION
At 8:05 a.m., Mayor Minor called the closed session to order
in the conference room of the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300
North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Minor; Council Members Negrete,
Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin, Miller; Deputy City Attorney
Simmons; City Clerk Rachel Clark; City Administrator Shauna Clark.
Absent: Council Member Pope-Ludlam.
Also present: Margaret Scroggin, 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, supplemental, addendum
to the supplemental and Community Development Commission agendas
while the Council was in closed session.
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY SIMMONS EXCUSED
At 8:09 a.m., Deputy City Attorney Simmons left the closed
session.
CITY ATTORNEY PENMAN ARRIVED
At 8:10 a.m., City Attorney Penman arrived at the closed
session.
COUNCIL MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM & SENIOR ASSISTANT CITY
ATTORNEY MORILLO ARRIVED
At 8:11 a.m., Council Member Pope-Ludlam and Senior Assistant
City Attorney Morillo arrived at the closed session.
CITY ATTORNEY PENMAN EXCUSED
At 8:17 a.m., City Attorney Penman left the closed session.
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY EMPENO & PLANNING
SERVICES DIRECTOR BOUGHEY ARRIVED
At 8:19 a.m., Deputy City Attorney Empeno
Building Services Director Boughey arrived at the
& BUILDING
and Planning &
closed session.
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DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY EMPENO & PLANNING & BUILDING
SERVICES DIRECTOR BOUGHEY EXCUSED
At 8:35 a.m., Deputy City Attorney Empeno and Planning &
Building Services Director Boughey left the closed session.
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY SIMMONS RETURNED
At 8:35 a.m., Deputy City Attorney Simmons returned to the
closed session.
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY SIMMONS EXCUSED
At 8:38 a.m., Deputy City Attorney Simmons left the closed
session.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADMINISTRATOR STEINHAUS & TIM
SABO, SPECIAL COUNSEL, ARRIVED
At 8:38 a.m., Tim Steinhaus, Agency Administrator, and Tim
Sabo, Special Counsel, Economic Development Agency, arrived at the
closed session.
CITY ATTORNEY
At 8 :45 a.m.,
session.
PENMAN RETURNED
City Attorney Penman returned to the closed
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
At 8:51 a.m., the closed session adjourned to the regular
meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San
Bernardino.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 9:00 a.m., Mayor Minor reconvened the regular meeting of
the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Minor; Council Members Negrete,
Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City
Attorney Penman; City Clerk Rachel Clark; City Administrator Shauna
Clark. Absent: None.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Dr. Thomas W. Harvick, Central
Christian Church.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was led by Council Member Hernandez.
COMMENDATION - AMERICANISM AWARD - WHY WE SHOULD HONOR
OUR FLAG - ELKS CLUB (2)
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J. Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor,
introduced Mr. Howard McMasters, Americanism Chairman of the Elks
Club.
Mr. McMasters explained the Americanism Program, and stated
that 110 Sixth grade students participated in the writing of essays
regarding "Why We Should Honor Our Flag".
Mayor Minor presented certificates of commendation to Matthew
J. Thomas of Thompson Elementary School and Nicole Martell of St.
Adelaide's School.
Matthew
commendations,
Our Flag".
Thomas and Nicole Martell accepted their
and read their essays regarding "Why We Should Honor
ANNOUNCEMENT - COUNCIL MEMBER CURLIN
(3)
Council Member Curlin announced that the Second Ward Town Hall
meeting would be held on July 6, 1994, at 6:30 p.m., at the perris
Hill Senior Citizens Service Center, 780 E. 21st Street, San
Bernardino; and admonished the Council to address the needs of its
citizens.
ANNOUNCEMENT - COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
(3A)
Council Member
City's image because
The Sun newspaper.
Hernandez expressed concern regarding the
of the negative publicity being exhibited by
ANNOUNCEMENT - COUNCIL MEMBER MILLER
(3B)
Council Member Miller stated that she attended the 4th of July
Celebration at Seccombe Lake Park, and commended the individuals
involved with the coordination of the event.
ANNOUNCEMENT - CITY ATTORNEY PENMAN
(3C)
City Attorney Penman expressed his appreciation for the 4th of
July Celebration held at Seccombe Lake Park.
ANNOUNCEMENT - CLOSED SESSION
(1)
City Attorney Penman announced that the following additional
case had been discussed in closed session:
Marianne Barklaae vs. City of San Bernardino - Department
of Housing & Urban Development Case No. 099422808.
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ANNOUNCEMENT - COUNCIL MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM
(3D)
Council Member Pope-Ludlam expressed her appreciation to the
youth who participated in the Americanism Program regarding "Why We
Should Honor Our Flag".
PUBLIC COMMENTS - GARY KIRBY
(4)
Gary Kirby, 1505 Yardley, San Bernardino, CA, requested that
a definitive policy be established regarding which items the public
could speak to when the item has been heard before a standing
committee; and requested that the parliamentarian bring into accord
the rules governing Council meetings.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - DEAN GEIB
(4A)
Dean Geib, a resident of San Bernardino, requested
clarification as to when the City-wide Assessment District No. 994
would be heard before the Mayor and Council.
WAIVE FURTHER READING OF RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES (5)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that further reading
of the resolutions and ordinances on the regular, supplemental,
addendum to the supplemental and Community Development Commission
agendas, be waived.
COUNCIL MINUTES
(6)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, 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:
May 16, 1994; May 23, 1994; June 1, 1994; June 13, 1994; June 15,
1994.
RES. 94-177 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT MANAGER AUTHORITY
TO FILE APPLICATION WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION
FOR THE ENERGY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM. (7)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94-177 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Curlin,
Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None.
by the following vote:
Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Absent: None.
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RES. 94-178 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
ASSESSING CERTAIN PARCELS OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO FOR THE COSTS OF ABATEMENT OF
PUBLIC NUISANCES (ABANDONED VEHICLES) ON SAID PROPERTIES.
(8)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94-178 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
RES. 94-179 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PARKS, RECREATION AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NO.4
TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND CASA RAMONA, INC.
RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF A DROP-IN CENTER LOCATED AT
1524 WEST 7TH STREET, SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, TO
EXTEND THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT FOR AN ADDITIONAL ONE
YEAR PERIOD. (9)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94-179 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Curlin,
Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None.
by the following vote:
Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Absent: None.
FEDERAL OLDER AMERICAN ACT FUNDS $6,000 SENIOR
COMPANIONS FOR THE EAST VALLEY REGION OF SAN BERNARDINO
COUNTY - JULY 1, 1994 THROUGH JUNE 30, 1995 - AUTHORIZE
APPLICATION & ADMINISTRATION (10)
In a memorandum dated June 14, 1994, Annie Ramos, Director of
Parks, Recreation & Community Services, stated that the City has
the only Senior Companion Program within the region. Therefore,
other governmental agencies often seek assistance. The funds
requested through the provisions of the Older American Act would
provide two (2) companions to serve twelve (12) clients in the East
Valley with in-home respite services.
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that the Director of
Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department be authorized to
apply for and administer Federal Older American Act Funds in the
amount of $6,000 to provide senior companions for the East Valley
Region of San Bernardino County for the period of July 1, 1994
through June 30, 1995.
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ORD. MC-907 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AMENDING CHAPTER 10.52 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL
CODE TO ESTABLISH SPEED ZONES ON "E" STREET/KENDALL DRIVE
BETWEEN THIRTIETH STREET AND REVERE AVENUE.
Final (11)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that said ordinance be adopted.
Ordinance No. MC-907 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes:
Council Members Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin,
Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
CLAIMS AND PAYROLL
(12)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that the claims and
payroll and authorization to issue warrants as listed on the
memorandum dated June 20, 1994, from the Finance Director, be
approved.
PERSONNEL ACTIONS
(13)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that the personnel
actions submitted by the Chief Examiner dated June 23, 1994, 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.
RES. 94-180 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME REGARDING PROPOSED STREAM OR
LAKE ALTERATION RELATIVE TO WIDENING THE KENDALL DRIVE
AND CAJON BOULEVARD BRIDGES OVER THE DEVIL CANYON
CHANNEL. (17)
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94-180 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
RES. 94-181 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 93-153, ENTITLED IN PART:
"RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ORDERING THE
VACATION OF 7TH STREET BETWEEN "D" STREET AND "E" STREET
IN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO...... (18)
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Negrete, that said resolution be adopted.
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Resolution No. 94-181 was adopted by the following
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Curlin, Oberhelman, Devlin,
Ludlam, Miller. Nays: Council Member Hernandez. Absent:
vote:
Pope-
None.
RES. 94-182 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
1994/95 FOR THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 9 OF TITLE 1 OF THE CALIFORNIA
CODE, AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 94-58. (19)
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94 -182 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
ASSESSMENT
IMPROVEMENT
REDUCE DEBT
DISTRICT
DISTRICT
OBLIGATIONS
NO. 985
AUTHORIZE
INDUSTRIAL
CALLING OF
PARKWAY
BONDS
(20)
In a memorandum dated June 21, 1994, Barbara Pachon, Director
of Finance, stated that on February 19, 1990, the City issued 1915
Act Limited Obligation Improvement Bonds for Assessment District
No. 985 in the amount of $1,101,681.82, which are secured by
assessments levied against properties within the district. The
bond proceeds were used to finance construction and installation of
various public improvements to include street, storm drain and
sewer improvements. The improvements have been completed, and no
further proj ects are anticipated. The Bond Improvement Fund
currently has a balance of $337,506. Pursuant to Section 10427 of
the Streets & Highways Code of the State of California, the Mayor
and Council could transfer an amount not-to-exceed $1,000 to the
General Fund, retain the surplus for maintenance of the
improvements, call bonds to reduce outstanding assessments and
subsequent assessment installments or use the surplus as a credit
upon the assessment in the manner provided for in Section 10427.1.
Because the improvements are only a few years old, there are no
significant maintenance requirements at this time. Consequently,
staff recommends that the surplus be used to call bonds thereby
reducing the debt obligations of the residents within the district.
Gary Kirby, 1505 Yardley, San Bernardino, CA, requested
clarification of the proposed action.
Shauna Clark, City Administrator, explained that the proposed
action would allow for the reduction of the debt obligation.
Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Negrete, and unanimously carried, that the Bond Improvement
Fund surplus be used to call bonds and reduce the debt obligations
of the residents in Assessment District No. 985.
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FEE WAIVER - $911.50 - INLAND CITIES HARMONY EXPRESS
CHORUS - USE OF STURGES AUDITORIUM (21)
In a memorandum dated June 15, 1994, Annie Ramos, Director of
Parks, Recreation & Community Services, stated that the Inland
Cities Harmony Express Chorus had requested a waiver of fees in the
amount of $911.50 for use of Sturges Auditorium on December 9 and
10, 1994. Resolution No. 91-35 allows for the waiver of fees under
certain stipulations; however, staff recommends that the request be
denied based upon the following: The payment of the fee does not
constitute a financial hardship since the event is capable of
generating $4,500 through admission fees; the event is not an
unusual public event; and the Council has previously taken a
position of not waiving fees for Sturges Auditorium to allow for
the recovery of operating costs.
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, that the request to waive
fees for rental of Sturges Auditorium by the Inland Cities Harmony
Express Chorus in the amount of $911.50, be denied.
RES. 94-183 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
APPROVING THE DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN POLICE RECORDS,
DOCUMENTS AND PAPERS, PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 34090, 34090.5
AND 34090.6 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE OF THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA. (22)
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94-183 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
RES. 94-184 - 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 ABATEMENT) (23)
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Negrete, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94-184 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
RES. 94-185 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, SUCCESSOR TO THE
SOUTH SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT, ASSESSING
PROPERTIES WITHIN THE PREVIOUS DISTRICT BOUNDARIES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $16,625.00 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1994/95. (24)
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Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94-185 was adopted
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Curlin,
Devlin, pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None.
by the following vote:
Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Absent: None.
CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE AUDIT -
REFERRAL BY PERSONNEL COMMITTEE -
1994
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
CONTINUED FROM JUNE 20,
(25)
This is the time and place continued to consider the referral
by the Personnel Committee that the Mayor and Council review the
implementation plan for the audit of the City Attorney's Office.
In a document dated June 1994,
Administrator, provided an updated schedule
the management audit of the City Attorney's
Shauna Clark, City
for implementation of
Office.
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that the document submitted by the City
Administrator be selected as the implementation plan for the City
Attorney's audit. (Note: There was no vote taken.)
A discussion ensued regarding the implementation plan for the
management audit of the City Attorney's Office, the effect of the
deletion of the two Investigator positions and the Legal Secretary
Trainee position, would have on the implementation plan; the
recommendations made by the Harvey Rose Management Audit and the
actions taken to effectuate the recommendations.
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Oberhelman, and unanimously carried, that the matter be
continued to August 1, 1994, in the Council Chambers of City Hall,
300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
RECESS MEETING
At 9:57 a.m., Mayor Minor declared a five-minute recess.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 10:04 a.m., Mayor Minor reconvened the regular meeting of
the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Minor; Council Members Negrete,
Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City
Attorney Penman; City Clerk Rachel Clark; City Administrator Shauna
Clark. Absent: None.
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PUBLIC HEARING RENTAL HOUSING INSPECTION PROGRAM
SELECT PROGRAM ALTERNATIVE & FUNDING MECHANISM (14)
This is the time and place set
consider the adoption and to determine
rental housing inspection program.
for a public hearing to
a funding mechanism for a
In a memorandum dated July 5, 1994, Shauna Clark, City
Administrator, provided information relative to the success
realized by the Cities of Azusa and Santa Ana, California and Mesa,
Arizona, through the implementation of rental housing inspection
programs; and how these programs relate to the City of San
Bernardino.
Mayor Minor opened the hearing.
Shauna Clark, City Administrator, made a presentation
regarding the proposed rental housing inspection program, provided
a synopsis of the three alternatives presented at the Mayor and
Council meeting of June 6, 1994, and explained the programs for the
City of Azusa, California and Mesa, Arizona.
Discussion ensued concerning the correlation of crime to
rental housing, single-room occupancy units, the demographics of
the Cities of Santa Ana and Azusa, California and Mesa, Arizona;
and the various aspects of the proposed rental housing inspection
program.
Concern was expressed relative to the expense of operating a
rental housing inspection program and the effect it would have on
the already depressed rental market.
A discussion was held regarding the causes for the influx of
rental property, the administration of the rental housing
inspection programs for the City of Santa Ana, California and Mesa,
Arizona; available funding for the inception of a rental housing
inspection program and various aspects of the program.
James Wirth,
support for the
program.
1980 Sierra Way,
implementation of
San Bernardino, CA, expressed
a rental housing inspection
David Schulze, 1st Vice President, San Bernardino Valley
Association of Realtors, 1798 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, CA,
expressed support for a surcharge against those individuals who are
not in compliance; and urged the Mayor and Council to continue the
matter to mesh the ideas of the Board of Realtors and City staff.
Larry Singleton, 265 W. 21st Street, San Bernardino, CA,
expressed concern regarding the deterioration of rental properties.
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Helen Martinez, 212 E. Palmyra Drive, San Bernardino, CA,
expressed opposition to the establishment of a surcharge because of
the already increasing expense to property owners.
Helen Kopczynski, 8150 Cable Canyon, San Bernardino, CA,
encouraged the Mayor and Council to consider utilizing the 20
percent set-aside funds within the Economic Development Agency to
assist property owners in the upkeep of their properties and as a
subsidy to the rental housing inspection program.
Gary Kirby, 1505 Yardley, San Bernardino, CA, inquired about
the current $60 annual business registration fee being levied on
rental property.
Jeff Wright, P. O. Box 2341, San Bernardino, CA, inquired
about the current business registration fee for rental property.
Mike Moll, 6705 N. Steven Way, San Bernardino, CA, stated that
he moved from Mesa, Arizona, and the demographics do not compare to
that of the City of San Bernardino.
City Administrator Shauna Clark answered questions regarding
the business registration fee, the allocation of funds for the
business registration fee, the proposed program alternatives for
the rental housing inspection program; and clarified that she had
previously stated that she could not provide a comparison of Mesa,
Arizona to the City of San Bernardino, but could only respond to
its program.
Discussion continued regarding the various
rental housing inspection program, and the
registration fee levied on rental property.
proponents to the
current business
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ADDING SECTION
5.04.527 TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH A RESIDENTIAL
RENTAL SURCHARGE IN THE BUSINESS REGISTRATION FEE.
First (14)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Negrete, that the matter be referred to the task force
established by the Mayor to come up with a fourth alternative, and
that the matter be referred back to the Mayor and Council. (Note:
The motion was subsequently amended.)
A discussion was held concerning the members of the Housing
Committee being placed on the task force, and the purpose for the
task force.
Council Member Miller amended her motion, seconded by Council
Member Negrete, that the matter be referred to the task force
established by the Mayor; and that the task force bring a specific
proposal to the Housing Committee.
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Council Member Devlin made a substitute motion, seconded by
Council Member Curlin, that the rental housing inspection program
be approved in concept and not necessarily in the form of the
options presented; that the City Administrator and staff be
directed to work through the Housing Committee and a Blue Ribbon
Committee to be appointed by the Mayor and bring back specific
proposals to the Mayor and Council. (Note: The motion was
subsequently amended.)
A discussion was held regarding the substitute motion.
Council Member Devlin amended his substitute motion, seconded
by Council Member Curlin, and unanimously carried, that the rental
housing inspection program be approved in concept and not
necessarily in the form of the options presented; that the City
Administrator and staff be directed to work through the Housing
Committee and a Blue Ribbon Committee to be appointed by the Mayor
and bring back specific proposals to the Council; and that the
members of the Housing Committee be appointed to the Blue Ribbon
Committee.
COUNCIL MEMBERS HERNANDEZ & POPE-LUDLAM EXCUSED
At 11:52 a.m., Council Members Hernandez and Pope-Ludlam left
the Council meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING - ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 991 INCREASE -
CONFIRM 1994-95 ASSESSMENT ROLL - LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE
- VERDEMONT & OLIVE AREA - CONTINUED FROM JUNE 27, 1994 -
DISCUSSED LATER IN THE MEETING - SEE PAGE 16 (15)
This is the time and place continued for a public hearing to
consider an increase to Assessment District No. 991, and to confirm
the 1994-95 assessment roll for the Verdemont and Olive area.
A discussion ensued as to whether the public hearing had been
closed at the Mayor and Council meeting of June 27, 1994.
Council Member Devlin made a motion,
Member Oberhelman, and unanimously carried,
the public hearing.
seconded by Council
to reconsider opening
Council Member Devlin made a
Member Oberhelman, and unanimously
hearing.
motion,
carried,
seconded by Council
to open the public
Mayor Minor opened the hearing.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ RETURNED
At 11: 54 a. m., Council Member Hernandez returned to the
Council meeting and took his place at the council table.
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Mike Moll, 6705 N. Steven Way, San Bernardino, CA, provided
the Council with correspondence dated February 23, June 27 and 30,
1994, relative to the administration of Assessment District No.
991; and expressed opposition to the assessment district increase
because of the poor quality of landscape services being provided by
the contractor.
COUNCIL MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM RETURNED
At 11: 55 a. m., Council Member Pope-Ludlam returned to the
Council meeting and took her place at the council table.
COUNCIL MEMBER CURLIN EXCUSED
At 11:55 a.m., Council Member Curlin left the Council meeting.
City Clerk Rachel Clark clarified that the public hearing was
continued from the Mayor and Council meeting of June 27, 1994.
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answered questions
administration of
Jeff Wright, P. O. Box 2341, San Bernardino, CA, asked how the
contractors are being monitored in performance of their duties for
assessment districts.
CITY CLERK RACHEL CLARK EXCUSED
At 12: 05 p. m., City Clerk Rachel Clark left the Council
meeting and was replaced by Deputy City Clerk Cordova.
Gary Kirby, 1505 Yardley, San Bernardino, CA,
concern regarding assessment district administration
monitoring the performance of contractors.
expressed
leniency in
Terry Moll, 6705 N. Steven Way, San Bernardino, CA, expressed
opposition to the proposed Assessment District No. 991 increase
because of the poor quality of landscape services being provided by
the contractor.
RES. 94-186 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
CONFIRMING THE 1994-95 ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT NO. 991, LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE, VERDEMONT AND
OLIVE AREA. (Continued from June 27, 1994) (Discussed
later in the meeting) (See page 16) (15)
Council Member Hernandez made a motion,
Member Oberhelman, and unanimously carried,
closed.
seconded by Council
that the hearing be
CITY CLERK RACHEL CLARK RETURNED
At 12:11 p.m., City Clerk Rachel Clark returned to the Council
meeting.
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Concern was expressed regarding the
of contracts, and the program used
performance within assessment districts.
process for cancellation
to monitor contractor
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Negrete, that the protests, if any, on the increase of
assessments on Assessment District No. 991, be overruled; that said
resolution be adopted; and that the problems identified be referred
to the Legislative Review Committee.
The motion failed by the following vote: Ayes: Council
Members Negrete, Hernandez, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: Council
Members Oberhelman, Devlin. Absent: Council Member Curlin.
(Note: Because there were protests in excess of 50 percent, the
motion required a 5/6 or 6/7 vote to adopt the resolution.)
RECESS MEETING
At 12:21 p.m., the regular meeting of the Mayor and Common Council
recessed to 2:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300
North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 2:02 p.m., Mayor Minor reconvened the regular meeting of
the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Minor; Council Members Negrete,
Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; Deputy City
Attorney Empeno; City Clerk Rachel Clark. Absent: Council Member
Curlin; City Administrator Shauna Clark.
PUBLIC HEARING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 93-06
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 93-27 RESIDENTIAL CARE
FACILITY FOR TREATMENT OF DRUG & ALCOHOL ADDICTS - 596 W.
6TH STREET - CONTINUED FROM JUNE 6, 1994 (27)
This is the time and place continued for a public hearing to
consider the approval of General Plan Amendment No. 93-06 and
Conditional Use Permit No. 93-27 to operate a state licensed 40-
patient residential care facility for the treatment of recovering
drug and alcohol addicts at 596 W. 6th Street.
Al Boughey, Director of Planning & Building Services, provided
a synopsis of the action taken relative to General Plan Amendment
No. 93-06 and Conditional Use Permit No. 93-27.
Deputy City Attorney Empeno stated that a letter dated June
13, 1994, was forwarded to Ms. Barklage asking various questions
concerning the operation of a state licensed 40-patient residential
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care facility for the treatment
addicts at 596 W. 6th Street;
received.
of recovering drug and alcohol
however, no response had been
COUNCIL MEMBER CURLIN RETURNED
At 2:06 p.m., Council Member Curlin returned to the Council
meeting and took his place at the council table.
Marianne Barklage, P. O. Box 6388, Orange, CA, stated that the
Department of Housing & Urban Development had advised her not to
respond to the letter; and answered questions regarding General
Plan Amendment No. 93-06 and Conditional Use Permit No. 93-27 to
operate a state licensed 40-patient residential care facility for
the treatment of recovering drug and alcohol addicts at 596 W. 6th
Street.
Deputy City Attorney Empeno advised the Mayor and Council to
continue the matter to August 1, 1994.
Council Member Curlin, made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Negrete, and unanimously carried, that the matter be
continued to August 1, 1994, in the Council Chambers of City Hall,
300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
SENIOR ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY BARLOW ARRIVED
At 2:30 p.m., Senior Assistant City Attorney Barlow arrived at
the Council meeting and replaced Deputy City Attorney Empeno.
RECONSIDER - PUBLIC HEARING - ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 991
INCREASE - CONFIRM 1994-95 ASSESSMENT ROLL - LANDSCAPING
MAINTENANCE - VERDEMONT & OLIVE AREA - CONTINUED FROM
JUNE 27, 1994 - DISCUSSED EARLIER IN THE MEETING - SEE
PAGE 13 (15)
RECONSIDER - RES. 94-186 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN
BERNARDINO CONFIRMING THE 1994 - 95 ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 991, LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE,
VERDEMONT AND OLIVE AREA. (Continued from June 27, 1994)
(Discussed earlier in the meeting) (See page 14) (15)
This is the time and place set to reconsider the previous
action taken to confirm the 1994/95 assessment roll for Assessment
District No. 991.
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that the previous
action taken to close the hearing; that the protests, if any, on
the increase of assessments on Assessment District No. 991, be
overruled; that said resolution be adopted; and that the problems
identified be referred to the Legislative Review Committee, be
reconsidered.
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Mayor Minor opened the hearing.
Senior Assistant City Attorney Barlow stated that pursuant to
the provisions of Section 12.90.040 (D) of the Municipal Code, a
4/5, 5/6 or 6/7 vote is required to overrule a majority protest for
assessment districts. He explained that if the resolution was not
adopted, the assessment district would have to remain at its
previous level of service.
Roger Hardgrave,
stated that Assessment
to $234.99 per year.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer,
District No. 991 has increased from $157.63
Jeff wright, P. O. Box 2341, San Bernardino, CA, expressed
opposition to the reconsideration of the matter.
Mike Moll, 6705 N. Steven way, San Bernardino, CA, expressed
opposition to the assessment district increase because of the poor
landscape services being provided by the contractor.
A discussion ensued regarding the impact a negative vote would
have on the assessment district.
Director Hardgrave answered questions regarding the increase
to Assessment District No. 991.
Verne Nadeau, Real Property Supervisor, answered questions
regarding the costs associated with the assessment district and the
performance of the contractor.
Mr. Moll reiterated that the residents are unhappy about the
landscape services being provided by the contractor and the charges
incurred by the assessment district.
Ed Yelton, Superintendent of Parks, answered questions
concerning the inspection services provided.
City Engineer Hardgrave stated that there are 24 assessment
districts within the City, which amounts to 10 contracts. Seven
(7) contracts are awarded to the same contractor who provides
services for Assessment District No. 991.
CITY CLERK RACHEL CLARK EXCUSED
At 2:59 p.m., City Clerk Rachel Clark left the Council meeting
and was replaced by Deputy City Clerk Cordova.
Concern was expressed relative to the services provided by
assessment district landscape contractors.
Gary Kirby, 1505
concern regarding the
contractors, and the
Yardley, San Bernardino, CA, expressed
services being provided by landscape
administrative costs associated with
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assessment districts.
Terry Moll, 6705 N. Steven Way, San Bernardino, CA, expressed
opposition to the increase within Assessment District No. 991
because of the poor quality of landscape services provided by the
contractor.
John Thur, 3936 N. Golden, San Bernardino, CA,
opposition to the Assessment District No. 991 increase
the lack of services demonstrated by the contractor.
expressed
because of
CITY CLERK RACHEL CLARK RETURNED
At 3:09 p.m., City Clerk Rachel Clark returned to the Council
meeting.
Concern was expressed regarding the amount of inspection
charges being incurred within assessment districts.
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that the hearing be
closed.
Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, that the general oversight of assessment
districts and cost allocation be referred to the Legislative Review
Committee for discussion and study.
The
Members
Miller.
motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council
Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman, Pope-Ludlam,
Nays: Council Member Devlin. Absent: None.
Council Member Devlin changed his no vote to a yes vote.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Members Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Ludlam, Miller. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council
Devlin, Pope-
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that the protests, if any, on the increase of
assessments on Assessment District No. 991, be overruled, and that
said resolution be adopted.
The motion failed by the following vote: Ayes: Council
Members Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays:
Council Members Oberhelman, Devlin. Absent: None. (Note: The
motion required a 6/7 vote.)
council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Devlin, that said resolution be adopted and amended by
interlineation from $32,428.62 to last year's amount of $21,752.94,
and confirm the fiscal year 1993/94 assessment roll for fiscal year
1994/95.
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The motion failed by the following vote: Ayes: Council
Members Oberhelman, Devlin, Pope-Ludlam. Nays: Council Members
Negrete, Curlin, Hernandez, Miller. (Note: Because the motion did
not reflect an increase to the assessment district, the majority
vote was not required.)
Council Member Hernandez changed his no vote to a yes vote.
The motion carried and Resolution No. 94-186 was adopted by
the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Hernandez, Oberhelman,
Devlin, Pope-Ludlam. Nays: Council Members Negrete, Curlin,
Miller. Absent: None.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR SHAUNA CLARK EXCUSED
At 3:22 p.m., City Administrator Shauna Clark left the Council
meeting.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - REGULAR MEETING
At 3:22 p.m., Chairman Minor called the regular meeting of the
Community Development Commission to order in the Council Chambers
of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB - REROOF & REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING
UNITS - ADVERTISE FOR BIDS (R-5)
In a memorandum dated June 27, 1994, Roger Hardgrave, Director
of Public Works/City Engineer, stated that the plans for the
improvements to the Boys & Girls Club have been prepared, and the
proj ect is now ready to be advertised for bids. The proj ect
consists of removing and replacing the existing rock roof and
removing the 11 roof-mounted heating ventilation air conditioning
(HVAC) units and replacing them with new energy-efficiency units.
The estimated project cost is $127,000, and an application has been
submitted to Southern California Edison Company for a rebate on the
energy that would be saved.
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Oberhelman, and unanimously carried, that the plans for
reroofing and replacing the air conditioning units at the Boys &
Girls Club, in accordance with Plan No. 9109, be approved; and that
the Director of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized to
advertise for bids.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - REGULAR MEETING
At this time, the Mayor and Common Council, acting as the
Community Development Commission, took action on Community
Development Commission items.
RECESS MEETING
At 5:49 p.m., Mayor Minor declared a ten-minute recess.
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RECONVENE MEETING
At 5:59 p.m., Mayor Minor reconvened the regular meeting of
the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Minor; Council Members Negrete,
Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City Attorney
Penman; City Clerk Rachel Clark; City Administrator Shauna Clark.
Absent: Council Member Curlin.
COUNCIL
ACTION -
1994
CHAMBERS SECURITY DISCUSS & TAKE POSSIBLE
COUNCIL MEMBER CURLIN - CONTINUED FROM JUNE 6,
(26)
This is the time and place continued to discuss and take
possible action regarding Council Chambers security.
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded
Member Devlin, and unanimously carried, that the
continued to July 18, 1994, in the Council Chambers of
300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
by Council
matter be
City Hall,
PUBLIC MEETING - CENTRAL CITY PARKING DISTRICT - CONFIRM
ANNUAL 1994/95 ASSESSMENT ROLLS (16)
This
consider
District.
is
any
the time
protests
and place
relative
set for a public meeting to
to the Central City Parking
In a memorandum dated June 13, 1994, Roger Hardgrave, Director
of Public Works/City Engineer, stated that notices were mailed to
all affected property owners on June 15, 1994, stating the name and
number of the assessment district, the amount of the proposed
assessment and the date, time and place for the public meeting and
public hearing to be held relative to the increased assessments for
the Downtown Parking District, Roll One, and for the expansion of
Facilities Parking Assessment, Roll Two. Roll One has increased
because of the reduction in contributions from last year's amount,
and the total amount to be assessed for Roll Two did not increase;
however, some of the individual assessments may have increased. No
action can be taken on the protests at this time and are to be
carried over to the hearing scheduled for August 1, 1994.
In a document dated June 30, 1994, Phil Arvizo, Executive
Assistant to the Council, stated that Council Member Miller had
received a call from Irmi Blum stating that she could not be
present at the Mayor and Council meeting of July 5, 1994, and
wished to protest against the increase to the Central City Parking
District. Consequently, Council Member Miller is requesting that
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Ms. Blum's phone call be considered as a formal protest.
Mayor Minor opened the public meeting.
Edward Blevins, a resident of San Bernardino, CA, inquired
about the increase to Roll One within the Central City Parking
District.
Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works/city Engineer,
stated that only one protest was received out of 50-60 property
owners; and answered questions regarding the parking structures
within the Central City Parking District.
Jeff Wright, P. O. Box 2341, San Bernardino, CA, inquired
about the boundaries of the Central City Parking District.
Director Hardgrave answered questions concerning the parking
structures within the Central City Parking District.
COUNCIL MEMBER
At 6:05 p.m.,
meeting.
HERNANDEZ EXCUSED
Council Member Hernandez
left
the
Council
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO CONFIRMING THE
1994-95 ASSESSMENT ROLL, EXPANSION OF FACILITIES FOR THE
CENTRAL CITY PARKING DISTRICT. (16A)
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO CONFIRMING THE
1994-95 ASSESSMENT ROLL, CENTRAL CITY PARKING DISTRICT
FOR OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY. (16B)
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Negrete, and unanimously carried, that the public meeting
relative to increased assessments for the Central City Downtown
Parking District assessment and for the expansion of facilities
assessment be closed, and that the protests, if any, be carried
over to the public hearing scheduled for August 1, 1994, in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ RETURNED
At 6: 07 p. m., Council Member Hernandez returned to the Council
meeting and took his place at the council table.
RES. 94-187 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT AND THE 15
POINT AMENDMENT TO FOOD SERVICE AGREEMENT SUMMER FOOD
SERVICE PROGRAM, ATTACHED AS ATTACHMENT 2 OF THE
AGREEMENT, WITH THE SAN BERNARDINO UNIFIED SCHOOL
DISTRICT RELATING TO THE DELIVERY OF TYPE A LUNCHES AND
SNACKS TO CITY'S SUMMER LUNCH SITES. (8-1)
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Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Devlin, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94-187 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin,
Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: Council Member Curlin.
RES. 94-188 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
REQUESTING THE TRANSFER OF MEASURE I FUNDS FROM SEGMENT
11 OF STATE ROUTE 30 TO I-215. (8-2)
A discussion was held regarding the transfer of funds from
Segment 11 of State Route 30.
Jeff Wright, P. O. Box 2341, San Bernardino, CA, inquired as
to what area would be affected by the transfer of funds.
Council Member Negrete made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 94 -188 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin,
Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: Council Member
Curlin.
AUGMENT CODE COMPLIANCE DIVISION - PLANNING & BUILDING
SERVICES DEPARTMENT - COUNCIL MEMBER CURLIN (8-3)
In a memorandum dated June 29, 1994, Council Member Curlin
stated that the Code Compliance Division of the Planning & Building
Services Department is understaffed and the image of the City is
suffering as a result. Consequently, it is appropriate to consider
the augmentation of the Code Compliance Division.
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Oberhelman, and unanimously carried, that the matter be
continued to July 18, 1994, in the Council Chambers of City Hall,
300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
RECONSIDER - DELETION OF TWO INVESTIGATOR POSITIONS -
CITY ATTORNEY'S BUDGET - FISCAL YEAR 1994/95 - REINSTATE
POSITIONS & ADJUST BUDGET (8-4)
In a memorandum dated June 28, 1994, James Penman, City
Attorney, requested that the Mayor and Council reconsider the
action taken to delete the two investigator positions from the City
Attorney's fiscal year 1994/95 budget, that the two positions be
reinstated and that approval be granted for salary and benefit
increases for the two investigators.
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In a memorandum dated June 30, 1994, Senior Assistant City
Attorney Barlow, stated that the removal of the two investigator
positions deprives the elected City Attorney of staff required for
the effective functioning of the office and therefore the removal
is unlawful. Consequently, the City Attorney's Office declined to
dismiss the two investigators pending City Council reconsideration
of the matter.
Mayor Minor stated that in response to Senior Assistant City
Attorney Barlow's memorandum dated June 30, 1994, he has instructed
the Finance Director to cease providing compensation to the two
investigators after June 30, 1994.
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, that the Mayor and Council approve the
reconsideration of the Council action taken to delete the two
investigator positions from the City Attorney's fiscal year 1994/95
budget.
The
Members
Negrete,
motion failed by the following vote: Ayes:
Oberhelman, Devlin, Miller. Nays: Council
Hernandez, Pope-Ludlam. Absent: Council Member
Council
Members
Curlin.
RES. 94-189 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION
OF AN AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF
SAN BERNARDINO AND THE LAW FIRM OF FULLERTON, LEMANN,
SCHAEFER & DOMINICK. (AS-l)
City Attorney Penman stated that in a previous closed session,
the Council voted to approve the hiring of the law firm of
Fullerton, Lemann, Schaefer & Dominick; therefore, the contract is
submitted for approval.
Concern
agreement it
City.
was expressed that within the contents of the
notes that the rates may change without notice to the
Council Member Oberhelman made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Devlin, that said resolution be adopted by interlineation to
delete the following sentences on Page One of Attachment A: "Our
current billing rates may change from time to time without notice
to you. In the event that rates change, you will be billed at the
new rate. II
The motion carried and Resolution No. 94-189 was adopted by
the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Negrete, Hernandez,
Oberhelman, Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent:
Council Member Curlin.
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LETTER FROM FLORENTINO GARZA, ATTORNEY AT LAW - WRIT OF
MANDATE - TWO CITY ATTORNEY INVESTIGATOR POSITIONS (NB-l)
In a letter dated July 5, 1994, Florentino Garza, Attorney at
Law, Garza & Reyes, 290 North "D" Street, Suite 901, San
Bernardino, CA, stated that on July 6, 1994, in the Superior Court
of the County of San Bernardino, California, a petition would be
filed on behalf of certain taxpayers for a Writ of Mandate
requesting the Superior Court to direct the Mayor and Council to
reinstate the two investigator positions which were deleted from
the City Attorney's staff by the Mayor and Council's actions of
June 15 and 24, 1994. A hearing for a temporary order will be set
for July 7, 1994, and the time as well as the department number
will be provided as soon as the information becomes available. The
basis for the petition is that said actions are an illegal attempt
to deprive the elected City Attorney of his capacity to perform the
required and lawful duties of his office.
Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, and unanimously carried, that the matter arose
subsequent to the posting of the agenda; and that the Mayor and
Common Council adjourn to closed session to discuss the potential
for significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9,
Subsection (b).
RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION (NB-l)
At 6:21 p.m., the Mayor and Common Council recessed to closed
session to discuss the potential for significant exposure to
litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9, Subsection (b) of the
California Government Code.
CLOSED SESSION
At 6:21 p.m., Mayor Minor called the closed session to order
in the conference room of the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300
North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Minor; Council Members Negrete,
Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City Clerk
Rachel Clark; City Administrator Shauna Clark. Absent: Council
Member Curlin, City Attorney Penman.
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
At 6: 44 p. m., the closed session adj ourned to the regular
meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San
Bernardino.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 6:44 p.m., Mayor Minor reconvened the regular meeting of
the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
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Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Minor; Council Members Negrete,
Hernandez, Oberhelman, Devlin, Miller; City Attorney Penman; City
Clerk Rachel Clark; City Administrator Shauna Clark. Absent:
Council Member Curlin, Pope-Ludlam.
ADJOURNMENT
At 6:45 p.m., the regular meeting
Council adjourned. The next meeting will
at 8:00 a.m., in the Council Chambers of
street, San Bernardino, California.
(28)
of the Mayor and Common
be held on July 18, 1994,
City Hall, 300 North "D"
RACHEL CLARK
City Clerk
By:
~'~~<l&~
anna Cordova
eputy City Clerk
No. of Items: 43
No. of Hours: 9
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