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MINUTES
MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 16, 1992
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The regular meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the
City of San Bernardino was called to order by Mayor Holcomb at
8:39 a.m., Monday, November 16, 1992, 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 Holcomb; Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City
Attorney Penman, City Clerk Rachel Clark, City Administrator
Shauna Clark. Absent: None.
RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION (1 & S-2)
At 8:39 a.m., the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission recessed to closed session for the
following:
a.
to confer with the
li tigation pursuant to
54956.9(b)(1), as there
litigation;
attorney regarding pending
Government Code Section
is significant exposure to
b. based on existing facts and circumstances, set out
below, the City Council is meeting only to decide
whether a closed session is authorized pursuant to
California Government Code Section 54956.9(b) (2);
c.
to confer with the attorney regarding
Ii tigation pursuant to Government Code
54956.9(c), so that Council/Commission may
whether to initiate litigation;
pending
Section
decide
d. to consider personnel matters pursuant to Government
Code Section 54957;
e. to confer with the Chief of Police on matters posing a
threat to the security of public buildings or a threat
to the public's right of access to public services or
public facilities pursuant to Government Code Section
54957;
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f. to give instruction to the CitY's/Commission's
negotiator on the purchase of property pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.8. The real property
which the negotiations concern is generally located at
The identity of each
person with whom negotiations are authorized is:
;
g.
to meet with an applicant for a
applicant's attorney pursuant
Section 54956.7;
City license and the
to Government Code
h. to confer with the attorney regarding pending
litigation which has been initiated formally to which
the City is a party to pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(a) as follows:
Stubblefield Construction Companv. et al vs. Citv of San
Bernardino. et al - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No.
242998; San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 252058;
Ci tv of San Bernardino vs. Libertv Cable T. V .. et al-
United States District Court Case No. 82-6876 WMB;
Citv of San Bernardino vs. Countv of San Bernardino. et al-
Riverside Superior Court Case No. 207900;
Tomas Armendariz. et al vs. James F. Penman. et al. - United
States District Court Case No. 91-5757;
Guardian Bank vs. James F. Penman. et al - United States
District Court Case No. 92-4415 WDK (Ex);
Guardian Bank vs. James F. Penman. et al - San Bernardino
County Superior Court Case No. 272631;
Citv of San Bernardino vs. Chambers Cable - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 264793;
Marvanne Johnson vs. Citv of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. SACV 92-575;
Tomas Armendariz. et al vs. James F. Penman. et al - San
Bernardino Trial Court Case No. 271093;
Carl B. Alston vs. Citv of San Bernardino et al - United
States District Court Case No. CV 90-0012 WRJ;
Victor Aquilar. et al vs. Cal Nev Pipeline Co. - Los Angeles
Superior Court Case No. C751026;
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Edmena Burney. et al vs. So. Pac. Transportation Co. - Los
Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC 000876;
James Dickev. Inc.. vs. Cal Nev Pipe Line Co.. Citv et al-
San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 251310;
Ervin Hawkins. et al vs. So. Pac. Transportation Co.. - Los
Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC 000825;
Fred Ledbetter vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 256173;
Marv E. Washinqton vs. So. Pac. Transportation Co. - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 256346;
Durrell Lucas. et al vs. Lake Minerals Corporation. et al-
San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 255l65;
Ci tv of San Bernardino vs. Alcarez (Dannv 's Towinq \ - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 266408;
Wheeler vs. Little Leaque Baseball. et al - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 264422;
Kranvac vs. CountY/City - United States District Court Case
No. SACV 91-400 GLT (RWRx);
Murphv vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior
Court Case No. 254764 SACV 91-400 GLT (RWRx);
Oranqe Show Lincoln Mercurv vs. City of San Bernardino/RDA-
United States District Court - Case No. CV 88-003617 RMT.
CLOSED SESSION
At 8: 40 a.m., Mayor Holcomb 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 Holcomb; Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City
Attorney Penman, City Clerk Rachel Clark, City Administrator
Shauna Clark. Absent: None.
Also present: Senior Assistant City Attorney Morillo,
Deputy City Attorney Rhemrev, Margaret Scroggin, Administrative
Operations Supervisor, City Attorney's Office; Daniel Robbins,
Chief, and Lt. Curtis, San Bernardino Police Department.
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CHIEF ROBBINS & LT. CURTIS, SAN BERNARDINO POLICE
DEPARTMENT EXCUSED
At 9:00 a.m., Chief Robbins and Lt. Curtis, San Bernardino
Police Department, left the closed session.
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY SIMMONS ARRIVED
At 9:04 a.m., Deputy City Attorney Simmons arrived at the
closed session.
READING OF RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES
Deputy City Clerk Vale read the titles of all the
resolutions and ordinances on the regular, supplemental, and
Community Development Commission agendas while the Council was in
closed session.
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
At 9: 18 a.m., the closed session adjourned to the regular
meeting of the Mayor and Common Council in the Council Chambers
of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 9:31 a.m., Mayor Holcomb 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 Holcomb; Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City
Attorney Penman, City Clerk Rachel Clark, City Administrator
Shauna Clark. Absent: None.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Phil Arvizo, Executive Assistant
to the Council.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was led by Council Member Minor.
ANNOUNCEMENT ILLEGAL DUMPING OF TRASH
MEMBER HERNANDEZ
COUNCIL
(2)
Council Member Hernandez expressed concern
pervasive illegal dumping of trash in the City,
Mayor and Council to develop a more comprehensive
program to deal with the problem.
regarding the
and urged the
and aggressive
ANNOUNCEMENT - MAYOR HOLCOMB - ILLEGAL DUMPING OF TRASH
(2)
Mayor Holcomb explained that at the upcoming City and County
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conference he will recommend that the County of San Bernardino
consider establishing a county-wide, or valley-wide, sanitation
district that would eliminate the dumping fees charged at the
landfill.
ANNOUNCEMENT - COUNCIL MEMBER REILLY - ILLEGAL DUMPING
OF TRASH (2)
Council Member Reilly voiced concerns over the widespread
illegal dumping of trash in public alleys and in vacant lots
throughout the City.
ANNOUNCEMENT COUNCIL MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM
DUMPING OF TRASH
ILLEGAL
(2)
Council Member Pope-Ludlam stated that much of the illegal
dumping could be eliminated if the City would make available,
free of charge, refuse dumpsters to neighborhoods, which would be
cheaper to the City than the cost of cleaning up the illegal
dump sites.
PROCLAMATION - SAN BERNARDINO OPTIMIST CLUB - SAN HIGH
OPTIMIST CLUB - YOUTH APPRECIATION WEEK - NOVEMBER 16
TO 22, 1992 (4)
J. Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, read
a proclamation honoring the San Bernardino Optimist Club and the
San High Optimist Club, and declaring the week of November 16 to
22, 1992, as Youth Appreciation Week.
Skip Borsuk, Treasurer, San High Optimist Club, was present
to accept the proclamations.
SERVICE PIN AWARD CEREMONY
(4)
J. Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, read
the names of employees receiving service pin awards.
Each employee received a service pin from Mayor Holcomb in
gratitude of his/her many years of dedicated service to the City.
INTRODUCTION BARBARA PACHON
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
NEWLY-APPOINTED
(5)
Ms. Barbara Pachon, newly-appointed Director of Finance was
introduced and she presented a brief history of her work in
finance.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - ROGER DUMAS
(3)
Roger Dumas, a resident of San Bernardino, CA, expressed
concern regarding City Attorney Penman's psychological fitness to
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represent the people of San Bernardino, and recommended that Dr.
Gardner, of the County of San Bernardino's Mental Health Homeless
Outreach Program conduct a complete psychological evaluation of
Mr. Penman.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - FRANK L. ARELLANES - ILLEGAL DUMPING
OF TRASH (3)
Mr. Arellanes, 16364 Valley Blvd., Fontana, CA, stated that
he owns property east of Waterman Avenue between Pioneer and
Norman Street, and has been experiencing continuous problems with
illegal dumping of trash on the property. He distributed
photographs of the property to the Mayor and Council. He stated
that the situation has become more severe since the City
requested that the property not be fenced to allow access
through the property. He stated that due to the illegal dumping
of trash on the property there is now the possibility of
litigation from a resident near the property. He requested that
City staff be directed to meet with him to resolve these
problems.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - ED McCONNEL
(3)
Mr. McConnel, 1775 East 20th Street, San
expressed concern relative to several derogatory
individual groups of people during testimony at
Council meetings.
Bernardino, CA,
comments made to
recent Mayor and
PUBLIC COMMENTS - JEFF WRIGHT
(3)
Jeff Wright, P. O. Box 2341, San Bernardino, CA, voiced
opposition to the proposed California Inn because the project
does not have sufficient parking spaces, the units are too
expensive for their size, and this is not an appropriate use of
public funds during tough economic times.
WAIVE FURTHER READING OF RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES (6)
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Reilly, and unanimously carried, that further reading of
all resolutions and ordinances on the regular, supplemental and
Community Development Commission agendas, be waived.
PROPOSED ALLEY VACATION - BETWEEN "E"
BETWEEN MAGNOLIA AVENUE & EVANS STREET
TO PROCEED & PLAN APPROVAL
& "F" STREET &
- AUTHORIZATION
(9)
In a memorandum dated October 26, 1992, Roger Hardgrave,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer, stated that a request has
been received from the American Red Cross to vacate the southerly
half of the north/south leg of the alley lying between "E" Street
and "F" Street, between Magnolia Avenue and Evans Street.
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The northerly half of this alley was vacated earlier this
year, and the vacation of only the remaining north/south portion
would result in a dead-end "T" alley. After site research, it
was determined that if the east/west portion of the alley was
vacated, only the north/south portion at the west end would
remain, and that is a straight alley. vacating the entire
east/west leg of the alley would not hinder access for the
property owners on Magnolia and Evans. Properties facing "F"
Street have garages and other types of parking spaces at the
rear of their properties so it does not seem feasible to vacate
the westerly north/south leg of the alley.
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Reilly, and unanimously carried, that the Director of
Public Works/City Engineer and the City Clerk be authorized to
proceed with the proposed vacation of a portion of the
north/south alley lying west of "E" Street, between Magnolia
Avenue and Evans Street; and that Plan No. 8828, showing the
proposed vacation of a portion of the north/south alley lying
west of "E" Street, between Magnolia Avenue and Evans Street, be
approved.
CLAIMS AND PAYROLL
(10)
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Reilly, and unanimously carried, that the claims and
payroll, and the authorization to issue warrants as listed on the
memorandum dated November 10, 1992 from the Director of Finance,
be approved.
PERSONNEL ACTIONS
( 11)
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Reilly, and unanimously carried, that the personnel
actions submitted by the Chief Examiner dated November 4, 1992,
in accordance with all administrative regulations of the City of
San Bernardino, be approved.
JOINT POWERS FINANCING AUTHORITY - REGULAR MEETING (12)
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Reilly, and unanimously carried, that the regular meeting
of the Joint Powers Financing Authority be adjourned to December
21, 1992.
RES. 92-423 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH SEQUOIA
PACIFIC SYSTEMS CORPORATION RELATING TO ELECTION
SUPPLIES AND SERVICES FOR THE PRIMARY MUNICIPAL
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON MARCH 2, 1993. (14)
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RES. 92-424 - 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. (15)
RES. 92-425 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF TWO
AGREEMENTS BETWEEN CALIFORNIA SPECIAL OLYMPICS, INC.,
AND THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO RELATING TO THE GREATER
SAN BERNARDINO AREA SPECIAL OLYMPICS PROGRAM. (16)
RES. 92-426 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH FOR
THE PROVISION OF REFUSE DISPOSAL SERVICES TO PATTON
STATE HOSPITAL, AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 91-286 AND
AMENDMENTS THERETO. (18)
RES. 92-427 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT NO. 71 OF LOCAL AGENCY
FEDERAL-AID PROJECTS, BETWEEN SAID CITY AND THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, ACTING BY AND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION, RELATING TO THE REPLACEMENT OF LITTLE
LEAGUE DRIVE BRIDGE OVER CABLE CREEK CHANNEL WITH A
REINFORCED CONCRETE BOX CULVERT. (21)
RES. 92-428 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT NO. 72 OF LOCAL AGENCY
FEDERAL-AID PROJECTS, BETWEEN SAID CITY AND THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, ACTING BY AND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION, RELATING TO THE REPLACEMENT OF LITTLE
LEAGUE DRIVE BRIDGE OVER CABLE CREEK CHANNEL WITH A
REINFORCED CONCRETE BOX CULVERT. (22)
RES. 92-429 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
GRANTING AN EASEMENT TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON
COMPANY, A CORPORATION, OVER CITY -OWNED PROPERTY
LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF 4TH STREET, EAST OF THE
4TH STREET/5TH STREET GORE CORNER (A PORTION OF NUNEZ
PARK). (23)
RES. 92-430 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
QUITCLAIMING THAT CERTAIN PORTION OF A LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE EASEMENT LOCATED SOUTH OF KENDALL DRIVE AND
EAST OF SHANDIN HILLS DRIVE IN THE CITY OF SAN
BERNARDINO, TO DENNIS L. MASON AND LINDA M. MASON,
HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS. (26)
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RES. 92-431 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF A LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE COMMON USE AGREEMENT WITH THE SAN
BERNARDINO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT FOR THE
MAINTENANCE OF THE LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION
IMPROVEMENTS, ACROSS PORTIONS OF THE UPPER WARM CREEK
CHANNEL RIGHT-OF-WAY, AND CONCERNING PROPERTY GENERALLY
LOCATED NORTH OF NINTH STREET AND WEST OF TIPPECANOE
AVENUE. (27)
RES. 92-432 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF A LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE COMMON USE AGREEMENT WITH THE SAN
BERNARDINO COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT FOR THE
MAINTENANCE OF THE LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION
IMPROVEMENTS, ACROSS PORTIONS OF THE SYCAMORE BASIN,
THE SYCAMORE DIVERSION CHANNEL AND THE EAST BADGER
BASIN, AND CONCERNING PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH
OF THE TERMINUS OF "H" STREET. (28)
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Reilly, that said resolutions be adopted.
Resolution Nos. 92-423, 92-424, 92-425, 92-426, 92-427, 92-
428, 92-429, 92-430, 92-431 and 92-432 were adopted by the
following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Reilly,
Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None.
Absent: None.
BANKING SERVICES - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
(7)
In a memorandum dated November 2, 1992, Fred Wilson,
Assistant City Administrator, stated that a committee consisting
of the City's Acting Finance Director, City Treasurer, Finance
Department Senior Accountant, Water Department Director of
Finance, and Administrative Analyst for the City Administrator
have reviewed the City's current banking services and recommends
that bids be solicited for these services.
The City currently pays $10,000 per month for banking
services and has not bid for services since 1986. Rapid and
continual changes in the finance industry suggest that the City
would be well-served to request bids on a competitive basis from
banks in San Bernardino. The Committee anticipates that bids
that are received will be more cost-effective than the current
contract and that a formal agreement between the City and the
successful bidder will clarify the types of services the City
would receive. A Request for Proposals (RFP) has been developed
by the committee that would be sent to all banks with San
Bernardino branches.
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City Administrator Shauna Clark explained that the City is
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conducting banking services
agreement. The Request for
services for the Economic
Department.
at this time without a formal
Proposals does not include banking
Development Agency or the Water
Assistant City Administrator Fred Wilson stated that the
Request for Proposals includes two type of services: required
services which are the minimum requirements that the City has to
conduct business; and optional services which attempt to maximize
the types of services that could be provided for the City. The
major factor in choosing a vendor will be the ability to provide
required services and the costs of those services.
Discussion ensued regarding the required and optional
services as outlined in the Request for Proposals.
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, and unanimously carried, that the Assistant City
Administrator be authorized to issue the attached Request for
Proposals document dated October 30, 1992, for banking services.
ENCROACHMENT -
WAY - VALENCIA
PRINCIPLE
WROUGHT IRON FENCE IN STREET RIGHT-OF-
AVENUE & MOCKINGBIRD LANE - APPROVE IN
(8)
In a memorandum dated October 30, 1992, Roger Hardgrave,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer, stated that a request has
been received from Michelle Jure for an encroachment permit to
authorize installation of a wrought iron fence within the street
right-of-way, at the northeast corner of Valencia Avenue and
Mockingbird Lane.
The fence along Valencia Avenue has been installed about ten
feet behind the curb, which is approximately the middle of the
parkway. Along Mockingbird Lane, the fence is at the back of the
curb; however, the vehicle gate is set back approximately ten
feet from the curb. No sidewalks are provided along Valencia
Avenue; therefore, the fence along Valencia Avenue would not
serve as an obstruction to pedestrians. The fence along
Mockingbird Lane transverses about 2/3 of the lot frontage.
Along the rear 1/3 of the lot, heavy vegetation extends to the
curb, which doesn't allow a walkway for pedestrians. The fence
does not create a sight distance problem for motorists.
Staff recommended that the request from Michelle Jure for an
encroachment permit for a wrought iron fence at the corner of
Valencia Avenue and Mockingbird Lane be referred to Planning and
Building Services to ensure that the fence complies with all
Development Code standards.
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Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, and unanimously carried, that the request from
Michelle Jure for an encroachment permit to authorize the
installation of a wrought iron fence within the street right-of-
way, at the northeast corner of Valencia Avenue and Mockingbird
Lane, be referred to Planning and Building Services.
RES. 92-433 - A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE
PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE
VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 2,
1993. (13)
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 92-433 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley,
Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING
RESOLUTION NO. 6429 ENTITLED IN PART "A RESOLUTION .
. ESTABLISHING A BASIC COMPENSATION PLAN FOR OFFICERS
AND/OR EMPLOYEES OF THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS OF
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO." (17)
Shauna Clark, City Administrator, stated that concerns
been raised by staff regarding the resolution, and requested
the resolution establishing a basic compensation plan
officers and employees of the Police and Fire Departments,
continued so that staff can meet to resolve the concerns.
have
that
for
be
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, that the resolution
establishing a basic compensation plan for officers and employees
of the Police and Fire Departments, be continued to December 7,
1992, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street,
San Bernardino, California.
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ENDORSING EXPENDITURE OF COUNTY
OF SAN BERNARDINO EAST VALLEY COALITION WASTE
CHARACTERIZATION STUDY FUNDS TO PERFORM A COMPARATIVE
FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR POTENTIAL REGIONAL SOLID WASTE
TRANSFER/MRF AND COMPOSTING FACILITY SITES IN SAN
BERNARDINO COUNTY. (Discussed later in the meeting)
(See page 13) (19)
It was the consensus
endorsing expenditure of
feasibility study for
of the Council that
funds to perform
potential regional
the resolution
a comparative
solid waste
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transfer/MRF and composting facilities, be continued to later in
the meeting so that the Director of Public Services could be
present to answer questions. (See page 13)
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF AN INTER-JURISDICTIONAL DISCHARGE
AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF RIALTO RELATING TO DISCHARGE
OF WASTEWATER FROM THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO INTO
RIALTO'S SEWAGE COLLECTION SYSTEM. (20)
City Administrator Clark explained that concerns have been
raised by staff regarding the agreement and recommended that it
be continued so that staff can meet to resolve the concerns.
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, and unanimously carried, that the resolution
authorizing a discharge agreement with the City of Rialto
relative to discharge of wastewater into Rialto's sewage
collection system, be continued to December 7, 1992, in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
RES. 92-434 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 8234 ENTITLED, IN PART, "A
RESOLUTION. .ESTABLISHING PARKING TIME LIMITATIONS
UPON CERTAIN DESIGNATED STREETS OR ALLEYS, OR PORTIONS
THEREOF. . ;" AND AUTHORIZING THE REMOVAL OF THE TWO-
HOUR PARKING LIMITATIONS ON THE WEST SIDE OF "E"
STREET, BETWEEN SIXTEENTH STREET AND SEVENTEENTH
STREET. (24)
RES. 92-435 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 3985 ENTITLED, IN PART, "A
RESOLUTION .PROHIBITING PARKING UPON CERTAIN
DESIGNATED STREETS OR PORTIONS THEREOF. . ." TO REMOVE
THE NO PARKING ZONE ON THE WEST SIDE OF "E" STREET,
BETWEEN SIXTEENTH STREET AND SEVENTEENTH STREET,
BETWEEN THE HOURS OF TEN P.M. AND SIX A. M. (25)
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that the resolutions amending the parking
limitations on the west side of "E" Street, between Sixteenth and
Seventeenth Streets, be referred to the Traffic Safety Committee.
(Note: There was no vote taken at this time.)
John Schmitz, 1660 North "E" Street, San Bernardino, CA,
requested that the parking restrictions on the west side of "E"
Street, between Sixteenth and Seventeenth Streets, be removed and
reviewed in six months.
Council Member Pope-Ludlam withdrew her second to the
motion referring the resolutions to the Traffic Safety Committee.
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Council Member Maudsley seconded the motion to refer the
resolutions to the Traffic Safety Committee.
Discussion ensued regarding the safety of pedestrian traffic
crossing the street if cars are parked along the street.
Council Member Hernandez made a substitute motion, seconded
by Council Pope-Ludlam, that said resolutions be adopted; and
that the City Traffic Engineer be directed to submit a report to
the Mayor and Council at the Council meeting of June 7, 1993
relative to the impact of removing the parking restrictions on
"E" Street (west side), from l6th Street to 17th Street.
Resolution
following vote:
Ludlam, Miller.
Minor. Absent:
Nos. 92-434 and 92-435 were adopted by the
Ayes: Council Members Reilly, Hernandez, Pope-
Nays: Council Members Estrada, Maudsley,
None.
ORD. NO. MC-854 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN
BERNARDINO AMENDING THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE
BY ADDING CHAPTER 12.95 THERETO PROVIDING PROCEDURES
FOR CITY PARTICIPATION IN THE RECONSTRUCTION OF
SUBSTANDARD DRIVEWAY APPROACHES. Final (29)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, that said ordinance be adopted.
Ordinance No. MC-854 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley,
Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ADDING
SECTION 5.04.623 TO THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO BUSINESS REGISTRATION CERTIFICATES FOR
BUSINESSES SELLING SPRAY PAINT AND WIDE-TIP MARKERS.
(Continued from October 19, 1992) First (30)
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded
Member Minor, and unanimously carried, that said
relating to Business Registration Certificates for
selling spray paint and wide-tip markers, be tabled.
by Council
ordinance
businesses
RES. 92-436 - A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ENDORSING
EXPENDITURE OF COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO EAST VALLEY
COALITION WASTE CHARACTERIZATION STUDY FUNDS TO PERFORM
A COMPARATIVE FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR POTENTIAL REGIONAL
SOLID WASTE TRANSFER/MRF AND COMPOSTING FACILITY SITES
IN SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY. (Continued from earlier in
the meeting) (See page 11) (19)
Manuel Moreno, Jr., Director of Public Works, answered
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questions from the Council regarding the
transfer/materials recovery facility (MRF)
facility feasibility study.
solid waste
and composting
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 92-436 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley,
Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
PUBLIC HEARING - TAXICAB PROPOSED RATE INCREASE (NB-l)
City Clerk Rachel Clark explained that due to a clerical
error the public hearing to consider, discuss, and receive public
comments regarding a proposed increase in taxicab rates was
inadvertently left off the agenda, and that the item will be
discussed at the Mayor and Common Council meeting of December 7,
1992, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street,
San Bernardino.
COUNCIL MEMBER ESTRADA EXCUSED
At 10:35 a.m., Council Member Estrada left the Council
meeting.
1992 OPEN HOUSE COMMITTEE REPORT - RACHEL CLARK, CITY
CLERK (31)
In a memorandum dated November 5, 1992, City Clerk Rachel
Clark, and Council Member Jack Reilly, Co-Chairs of the 1992 Open
House Committee, stated that in September 1991 the Mayor and
Council approved a request to hold an Open House in 1992 to
coincide with the 182nd anniversary of the founding of the City
of San Bernardino.
The purpose of the Open House was to promote a positive
image of the City; enhance goodwill with citizens and fellow
employees; display the latest technological equipment; and give
citizens an opportunity to meet elected officials, department
heads, and employees.
Over 500 individuals attended the 1992 Open House which was
held from 12 noon to 7 p.m. The event featured outdoor displays,
with exhibits and tours conducted for the general public within
City Hall. Visitors were provided with an informative brochure
which provided a map of the newly-designated Ward boundaries, and
a list of departments, addresses and phone numbers.
The event provided a festive atmosphere and an opportunity
for the public to get a first hand look at how City government
operates and where their tax dollars are being spent.
Considering the positive benefits derived from holding the 1992
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Open House, in conjunction with Founder's Day, and the potential
for further enhancing the City's image, it is recommended that
the Mayor and Council authorize holding a Founder's Day Open
House on May 20, 1993.
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Reilly, and unanimously carried, to receive and file the
report from the 1992 City Hall Open House Committee; to approve
the request to hold a City Hall Open House on Thursday, May 20,
1993, commemorating Founder's Day in the City of San Bernardino;
and to authorize the formation of the 1993 Open House Committee
to be co-chaired by Council Member Tom Minor and City Clerk
Rachel Clark.
COUNCIL MEMBER ESTRADA RETURNED
At 10:37 a.m., Council Member Estrada returned to the
Council meeting and took her place at the council table.
WAIVER OF FEES - $231 - RETURNING HOME, INC. - USE OF
SECCOMBE LAKE PARK & FACILITIES (32)
In a memorandum dated November 2, 1992, Annie Ramos,
Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, stated that
Returning Home, Inc., a local non-profit organization, has
requested the use of Seccombe Lake Park, the Pavilion and the
Concession building to provide a Thanksgiving festival for the
homeless.
The goal of Returning Home, Inc., is to help homeless
individuals move back into the community as productive citizens
by assisting with literacy programs, career development,
motivational efforts and other resources which hopefully will
lead the homeless individuals into meaningful and life fulfilling
experiences. Returning Home, Inc. , is a newly-formed
organization and thus does not have extensive operating funds;
they have requested a waiver of fees involved with the use of the
park and facilities.
Resolution No. 91-35 allows the Mayor and Council to exempt
non-profit corporations and associations, organized primarily for
patriotic, civic betterment or charitable purposes, from the
rates and fees schedule for the use of park and recreation
facilities, services and equipment under the condition that
paying the fees would create a hardship or if the event is of
unusual benefit to the citizens of San Bernardino.
Edith Smart, representing Vickie McSwain, President/CEO,
Returning Home, Inc., 577 North "D" Street, Suite #l13, San
Bernardino, CA, answered questions from the Council regarding the
organization, and the proposed Thanksgiving festival for which
300 to 400 homeless individuals are expected to attend.
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Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, that the request to waive fees for use of
Seccombe Lake Park and facilities in the amount of $231. 00, be
approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Members Estrada, Reilly, Hernandez, Pope-Ludlam,
Council Members Maudsley, Minor. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council
Miller. Nays:
REQUEST TO INSTALL STOP SIGNS MACY STREET AT
INTERSECTION OF WALNUT & ELLEN STREETS - COUNCIL MEMBER
HERNANDEZ - (Discussed later in the meeting) (See page
30) (33)
In a memorandum dated November 9, 1992, Council Member
Hernandez, requested that staff be directed to install stop signs
at walnut and Ellen Streets, where they intersect with Macy in
the north/south direction.
Council Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that staff be directed to install stop signs
at Ellen Street, where it intersects with Macy; and that staff be
directed to review the need for a stop sign at Walnut and Macy.
(Note: There was no vote taken at this time.)
Concern was expressed regarding the safety of the children
who cross Macy to attend school.
Council Member Reilly made a substitute motion, seconded by
Council Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that the
request to install stop signs at Walnut and Ellen Streets, where
they intersect with Macy in the north/south direction, be
continued to later in the meeting so that the Traffic Engineer
can be present to answer questions. (See page 30)
GRAFFITI ABATEMENT PROGRAM
BLOCK GRANT FUNDING
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
(34)
In a memorandum dated November 9, 1992, Shauna Clark, City
Administrator, stated that at the Council meeting of September
21, 1992, she was directed to report back to the Council on
options for a comprehensive graffiti program.
The City of San Bernardino presently has an excellent
graffiti abatement program which is run by the Public Services
Department, with an annual budget of $313,859. There are
approximately 700 graffiti abatements per month. The department
uses County Work Sentence workers from Glen Helen, and has
assistance from Neighborhood Watch Groups, Kids Against Crime,
Inc., and Los padrinos.
Staff surveyed every City in Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside
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and San Bernardino counties, and found that many other cities use
Redevelopment and CDBG monies to respond to their graffiti needs.
The City of Alhambra imposes a special tax on its sanitation fund
for graffiti abatement. The City of Fontana includes costs for
graffiti removal within its assessment districts.
Comparatively, San Bernardino's graffiti abatement program
is responsive and running efficiently, but surveys which identify
new and repeat areas, indicate that the magnitude of the graffiti
problem in the community is growing. Ideally, the City has to be
able to shorten response time and to initiate some proactive
techniques. Two recommendations should be considered for
implementation as soon as possible.
The first recommendation is to increase crews by the use of
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. Prior to the
budget cutbacks enacted last year, the graffiti abatement crews
consisted of eleven full time City employees. It is common and
appropriate to use CDBG money for graffiti abatement, and to
reinstate the graffiti abatement crew to eleven. However, to
conserve funds, it is recommended that San Bernardino do as many
other cities have done and hire temporary full time employees at
a wage lower than the present employees, without full benefits.
The labor costs for five additional employees would be less than
$90,000 annually. A one time cost for equipping this crew would
be $21,000 plus tax and license for a van, and $13,000 for a
utility trailer and equipment attachment.
The second recommendation is that the City of San Bernardino
make extensive use of volunteers. Many cities have community
pride days where citizens turn out to clean up their
neighborhoods. Other cities have "adopt a wall" programs. San
Bernardino has not made volunteerism a priority as no employee,
other than the RSVP coordinator, has the sole mission of
recruiting, scheduling and recognizing volunteers. It is
recommended that a volunteer coordinator be hired, on an
experimental basis with CDBG or RDA funding, to coordinate a
community pride day, and to see how much response we get from San
Bernardino's citizens.
Eventually, the Mayor and Council should consider placing a
small surcharge (no more than 10 cents per month) on refuse bills
to supplant general fund money; to consider recovering graffiti
removal costs through landscape assessment districts imposed in
new subdivisions; and, if the program is successful, consider a
full time volunteer coordinator.
Shauna Clark, City Administrator, answered questions from
the Council regarding the graffiti abatement recommendations and
funding sources.
A discussion was held regarding enrolling gang members who
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cause the graffiti in work programs to eradicate the graffiti.
It was the consensus of the Council that unless the perpetrators
of graffiti are actively involved in the eradication efforts the
graffiti problem will not be solved for the long term.
Discussion ensued regarding other options for
abatement such as contracting out graffiti abatement
rather than hiring additional employees.
graffiti
services,
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, and unanimously carried, that the use of CDBG
funds in an amount not to exceed $124,200 for the purchase of
equipment and the hiring of five laborers be referred to the
Community Development Citizens Advisory Committee for
authorization; that the City Administrator be instructed to
return with a contract, budget and a source of funds for a
Community Pride Day at the meeting of December 7, 1992, in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
RECESS MEETING
At 11:00 a.m., Mayor Holcomb declared a five-minute recess.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 11:07 a.m., the regular meeting of the Mayor and Common
Council reconvened 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 Holcomb; Council Members
Estrada, Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Miller; City
Attorney Penman, City Clerk Rachel Clark, City Administrator
Shauna Clark. Absent: Council Member Pope-Ludlam.
ORANGE SHOW ROAD EXTENSION ARROWHEAD
TIPPECANOE AVENUE - SELECTION OF ALIGNMENT
AVENUE TO
(5-1)
In a memorandum dated November 10, 1992, Roger Hardgrave,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer, stated that a request has
been received requesting that a neighborhood meeting be held to
inform the residents what the potential impact of the extension
of Orange Show Road, from Arrowhead Avenue to Tippecanoe Avenue,
would have on their properties.
In response to this request, a meeting was held at the St.
Mark Missionary Baptist Church on May 26, 1992. The three
possible alignments, developed under a contract with SANBAG to
study the extension of Orange Show Road, were presented. Those
in attendance requested that another public meeting be held to
receive their input prior to any decision being made on the
alignment for this extension. A second meeting was held on
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November 5, 1992 at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church. Maps
depicting the three possible alignments were presented. The
three alignments are:
Aliqnment One extend Orange Show Road straight east
following Pioneer Avenue. This alignment requires a total taking
of two occupied properties and minor takes from some other
properties;
Aliqnment Two - move alignment to the north to use existing
Ennis Street and rejoining Pioneer after crossing Waterman
Avenue. This alignment requires the total taking of 15
properties with 11 occupied, with minor taking on remaining
properties; and
Aliqnment Three - move alignment to the south until crossing
Waterman Avenue, then join Pioneer. This alignment requires the
total taking of 16 properties with 2 being occupied. Also, this
proposal would require the taking and relocation of a City of
Riverside water well with an estimated replacement cost of
$500,000.
Alignment One is the preferred route. There
opposition voiced to this alignment, and there appeared
general consensus that this route would be the best
neighborhood.
was no
to be a
for the
COUNCIL MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM RETURNED
At 11:09 a.m., Council Member Pope-Ludlam returned
Council meeting and took her place at the council table.
to the
City Attorney Penman stated that as a part of the review
process this project must go through the Environmental Review
Committee regarding the proposed Alternates Two and Three.
Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works/City Engineer,
stated that at this time the Council should confirm the
alignment choice so that the Engineer can proceed with plan
design.
Council Member Reilly made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that the selection of
Alignment No. One, for the extension of Orange Show Road, from
Arrowhead Avenue to Tippecanoe Avenue, be continued to December
7, 1992, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D"
Street, San Bernardino, California.
CITY ATTORNEY PENMAN EXCUSED
At 11:11 a.m., City Attorney Penman left the Council meeting
and was replaced by Senior Assistant City Attorney Barlow.
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR CLARK EXCUSED
At 11: 11 a.m., City Administrator Clark left the Council
meeting.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - REGULAR MEETING
At 11:12 a.m., Chairman Holcomb 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.
RES. 92-437 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO COMMENDING THE
MEMBERS OF THE CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR THE TRI
CITY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA AND DISSOLVING THE
COMMITTEE. (R-3)
RES. 92-438 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO COMMENDING THE
MEMBERS OF THE CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR THE
SOUTH VALLE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA AND DISSOLVING
THE COMMITTEE. (R-4)
RES. 92-439 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING A CONTRACT TO WENDIE'S CONSTRUCTION FOR
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING OF VARIOUS CITY BUILDINGS.
(R-S)
RES. 92-440 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING A CONTRACT TO R. L. DANCEL CONSTRUCTION FOR
THE REHABILITATION OF JOHNSON HALL COMMUNITY CENTER.
(R-6)
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, that said resolutions be adopted.
Resolution Nos. 92-437, 92-438, 92-439, and 92-440 were
adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays:
None. Absent: None.
STREET IMPROVEMENT VICTORIA AVENUE BETWEEN
RICHARDSON ST. & MT. VIEW AVENUE - ADVERTISE FOR BIDS
(R-7)
In a memorandum dated November 5, 1992, Roger Hardgrave,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer, stated that plans for the
improvement of Victoria Avenue and Mt. View Avenue have been
prepared and the project is ready to be advertised for bids. The
project consists of installing curbs and gutters, and fill-in
paving on Victoria Avenue, between Richardson Street and Mt. View
Avenue, in order to control storm water flows.
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Interim improvements consisting of asphalt concrete dike and
fill-in paving will be constructed on the west side of Mt. View
Avenue, since they will be removed to match the improvements to
be installed by a development to the east in the City of
Redlands. The total estimated project cost is $262,000.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, and unanimously carried, that the plans for
construction of street improvements on Victoria Avenue, from
Richardson Street to Mt. View Avenue, and Mt. View Avenue (west
side), from Victoria Avenue to Mission Creek, in accordance with
Plan No. 8719, be approved; and that the Director of Public
works/City Engineer be authorized to advertise for bids.
PERRIS HILL SWIMMING POOL & BATHHOUSE - REHABILITATION
- ADVERTISE FOR BIDS (R-8)
In a memorandum dated November 4, 1992, Roger Hardgrave,
Director of Public works/City Engineer, stated that plans for the
rehabilitation of the Perris Hill Park Swimming Pool and
Bathhouse have been prepared and the project is ready to be
advertised for bids. The project consists of rehabilitating the
existing swimming pool, plumbing and filtration system,
remodeling the bathhouse, and installing special water features.
The total estimated project cost is $998,000.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, and unanimously carried, that the plans for
rehabilitation of the Perris Hill Swimming Pool and Bathhouse, in
accordance with plan No. 8843, be approved; and that the Director
of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized to advertise for
bids.
RES. 92-441 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
CONTRACT BY AND BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO,
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND CASA RAMONA, INC. (R-9)
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Hernandez, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 92-441 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-
Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Abstain: Council Member Estrada.
Absent: None.
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. There was no further action on
Mayor and Common Council items during this portion of the
meeting.
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RECESS MEETING
At 12:22 p.m., the regular meeting of the Mayor and Common
Council recessed to a luncheon workshop in the Management
Information Center, (MIC Room), Sixth Floor, City Hall, 300 North
"D" Street, San Bernardino, California, for a discussion relating
to the new police facility.
RECONVENE MEETING LUNCHEON WORKSHOP NEW POLICE
FACILITY
At 12:46 p.m., the regular meeting of the Mayor and Common
Council reconvened in the Management Information Center, (MIC
Room), Sixth Floor, City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California, for a discussion relating to the new
police facility.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Holcomb; Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; Senior
Assistant City Attorney Barlow, City Clerk Rachel Clark,
Assistant City Administrator Wilson. Absent: None.
Also present: Chief Robbins, and Captain Tom Maier, San
Bernardino Police Department; Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public
Works/City Engineer; Timothy Steinhaus, Agency Administrator,
Kenneth Henderson, Executive Director, Economic Development
Agency/Development Department, and James Sharp, Project Manager,
Economic Development Agency; Senior Assistant City Attorney
Morillo; and Tim Sabo, Sabo & Green, special bond counsel to the
Economic Development Agency.
NEW POLICE FACILITY
(35 & R-15)
In a memorandum dated November 16, 1992, Kenneth Henderson,
Executive Director, Economic Development Agency /Development
Department, recommended that the Mayor and Council, and Community
Development Commission, approve the following actions:
Motion A: that staff be authorized to proceed with the
concept for the proposed facility which shall consist of a new
70,000 square foot structure;
Motion B: that staff be authorized to solicit and retain a
qualified engineering firm for geotechnical investigations and
qualifications of the proposed site;
Motion C: that staff be authorized to solicit and retain a
qualified engineering firm for the design development of
construction documents for the new and proposed facility's
building shell pursuant to the Agency's procurement policies;
Motion D:
that staff be authorized to proceed with the
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design study in conjunction with the City Engineering Department
for a feasibility analysis for the abandonment of Seventh Street
between "D" and "E" Streets; and
Motion E: that staff be directed to proceed with the
investigation of relative financial options for the development
of the proposed police facility, and that said options shall be
drafted for presentation to the Mayor and Council and Community
Development Commission on or before December 7, 1992.
Mayor Holcomb explained that when the proposal for a new
Police Department facility was originally discussed, the plans
called for renovating the old savings and loan buildings at 701
North "E" Street. The original plans were outlined at the Mayor
and Council meeting of September 21, 1992 (item R-9), in a
memorandum from Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works/City
Engineer dated September 15, 1992. At that time the architect
indicated that it would cost approximately $1.5 million to bring
Building A up to seismic code, and install a second elevator, as
required for an essential facility. It has been suggested that
instead of renovating Building A, that the City consider building
an entirely new facility adjacent to the existing buildings on
the site; and leasing out the old savings and loan buildings to
other tenants. The building of a new facility is a new concept,
and staff is recommending that the Mayor and Council agree to the
concept so that staff can prepare a specific proposal on how best
to implement the concept, and how to finance the project, along
with any additional information that the Council may request
relative to the proposed new building.
James Sharp, Project Manager, Development Department,
Economic Development Agency, explained that the proposed new
concept is for a building that would be approximately 60,000 to
70,000 square feet in size, and include a reconfigured traffic
circulation plan in order to maximize use of the site. The new
building would front on 7th Street, and consideration should be
given to the option of vacating 7th Street and incorporating the
street right-of-way into the project and creating a cul-de-sac.
The existing Building B is being considered as a site for
possible deep storage of files that are inactive for ninety days
or more, and a possible indoor firing range. The cost for the
proposed new building is approximately $5 to $7 million.
Discussion ensued
conducted in 1968, that
facility at a cost of $20
regarding the police facility study
recommended a new 120,000 square foot
million for land and construction.
Mr. Sharp explained that the current police facility study
re f lects the need between now and the year 2011 for a 65,000
square foot building, based upon a 1% per year increase over
existing staffing levels.
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The Council expressed concern that in previous meetings
staff had indicated that the existing buildings on the site were
adequate for the Police Departments needs, and that now it
appears that the existing buildings do not meet the Department's
needs, and that a new facility should be built.
Mayor Holcomb stated that the concept of constructing a new
facility was not considered until the cost of retrofitting the
existing Building A was known. He asked the Council to consider
the cost of retrofitting Building A, versus the cost of
constructing a custom designed new facility for the Police
Department when making a decision on which plan to implement.
Chief Robbins explained that the Police Department is
currently experiencing problems due to the small size of the
current Police station at 32,000 square feet, and the lack of
adequate parking for employees and Police vehicles. He expressed
support for the proposed new 70,000 square foot building that
would be designed specifically for a police operation, because it
would eliminate many of the current operational difficulties that
the Department is currently experiencing.
A discussion ensued regarding the positive and negative
aspects of the concept to vacate 7th Street and creating a cul-
de-sac at the front of the proposed new building.
The Council expressed support for relocating the Police
facility to the site of the old savings and loan buildings at 701
North "E" Street; however, concern was expressed that staff had
not provided specific details relative to the positive and
negative aspects, and costs, for each proposal so that a decision
could be made.
Mayor Holcomb requested that the Council demonstrate support
for the concept of building a new facility, so that further work
on retrofitting Building A can cease, and the architect can
proceed with the new building concept, and return with plans in
thirty days.
CITY ATTORNEY PENMAN ARRIVED
At 1:23 p.m., City Attorney Penman arrived at the luncheon
workshop.
Discussion ensued regarding the recent action taken by the
Sheriff's Department that would close the booking facility
located on Third Street, and necessitate that prisoners be taken
to Rancho Cucamonga to be booked; and whether the City would need
an in-house holding facility to hold prisoners prior to
transferring them to Rancho Cucamonga.
The Council discussed the need for a comprehensive analysis
detailing the positive and negative aspects of each proposal
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which would include the total cost of the land, construction
costs, square footage, and the life expectancy of the facility.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Reilly, that Motion A: that staff be authorized to
proceed with the concept for the proposed facility which shall
consist of a new 70,000 square foot structure; Motion B: that
staff be authorized to solicit and retain a qualified engineering
firm for geotechnical investigations and qualifications of the
proposed site; Motion C: that staff be authorized to solicit and
retain a qualified engineering firm for the design development of
construction documents for the new and proposed facility's
building shell pursuant to the Agency's procurement policies;
Motion D: that staff be authorized to proceed with the design
study in conjunction with the City Engineering Department for a
feasibility analysis for the abandonment of Seventh Street
between "0" and "E" Streets; and Motion E: that staff be
directed to proceed with the investigation of relative financial
options for the development of the proposed police facility, and
that said options shall be drafted for presentation to the Mayor
and Council and Community Development Commission on or before
December 7, 1992, be approved. (Note: There was no vote taken at
this time.)
Discussion continued regarding the positive and negative
aspects of the proposed construction of a new central Police
station.
Council Member Maudsley made a substitute motion, seconded
by Council Member Minor, that Motion C: that staff be authorized
to solicit and retain a qualified engineering firm for the design
development of construction documents for the new and proposed
facility's building shell pursuant to the Agency's procurement
policies; and Motion E: that staff be directed to proceed with
the investigation of relative financial options for the
development of the proposed police facility, and that said
options shall be drafted for presentation to the Mayor and
Council and Community Development Commission on or before
December 7, 1992, be approved; and that an analysis be conducted
evaluating the pros and cons, and costs of renovating Building A
and B as previously proposed; versus the projected costs of the
proposal to build a new facility on the site. (Note: There was
no vote taken at this time.)
Mayor Holcomb stated that until the Police Department can be
relocated and the existing facility demolished, other projects
such as the Rancon super block project, cannot proceed.
Council Member Estrada made a substitute motion, proposing
to either refer the item back to the Redevelopment Committee for
further study, or instruct staff to return with an comprehensive
analysis of all proposed options to include the positive and
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negative aspects, and associated costs.
vote taken at this time.)
(Note:
There was no
The motion failed for lack of a second.
COUNCIL MEMBER MILLER EXCUSED
At 1:41 p.m., Council Member Miller left the luncheon
workshop.
Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a substitute motion,
seconded by Council Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, that
staff conduct an analysis of the pros and cons, and costs
involved with all proposed options and return on December 7,
1992, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "0" Street.
RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION (1 & S-2)
At 1:44 p.m., the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission recessed to closed session for the
following:
a.
to confer with the
litigation pursuant to
54956.9(b)(1), as there
litigation;
attorney regarding pending
Government Code Section
is significant exposure to
b.
based on existing facts
below, the City Council
whether a closed session
California Government Code
and circumstances, set out
is meeting only to decide
is authorized pursuant to
Section 54956.9(b) (2);
c.
to confer with the attorney regarding
li tigation pursuant to Government Code
54956.9(c), so that Council/Commission may
whether to initiate litigation;
pending
Section
decide
d. to consider personnel matters pursuant to Government
Code Section 54957;
e. to confer with the Chief of Police on matters posing a
threat to the security of public buildings or a threat
to the public's right of access to public services or
public facilities pursuant to Government Code Section
54957;
f. to give instruction to the City's/Commission's
negotiator on the purchase of property pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.8. The real property
which the negotiations concern is generally located at
The identity of each
person with whom negotiations are authorized is:
;
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g.
to meet with an applicant for a
applicant's attorney pursuant
Section 54956.7;
City license and the
to Government Code
h. to confer with the attorney regarding pending
litigation which has been initiated formally to which
the City is a party to pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(a) as follows:
Stubblefield Construction Com"panv. et al vs. Citv of San
Bernardino. et al - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No.
242998; San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 252058;
Ci tv of San Bernardino vs. Liberty Cable T. V " et al-
United States District Court Case No. 82-6876 WMB;
Citv of San Bernardino vs. Countv of San Bernardino. et al-
Riverside Superior Court Case No. 207900;
Tomas Armendariz. et al vs. James F. Penman. et al. - United
States District Court Case No. 91-5757;
Guardian Bank vs. James F. Penman. et al - United States
District Court Case No. 92-4415 WDK (Ex);
Guardian Bank vs. James F. Penman. et al - San Bernardino
County Superior Court Case No. 272631;
Citv of San Bernardino vs. Chambers Cable - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 264793;
Marvanne Johnson vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. SACV 92-575;
Tomas Armendariz. et al vs. James F. Penman. et al - San
Bernardino Trial Court Case No. 271093;
Carl B. Alston vs. Citv of San Bernardino et al - United
States District Court Case No. CV 90-0012 WRJ;
Victor Aguilar. et al vs. Cal Nev Pipeline Co. - Los Angeles
Superior Court Case No. C751026;
Edmena Burnev. et al vs. So. Pac. Transportation Co. - Los
Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC 000876;
James Dickev. Inc.. vs. Cal Nev Pipe Line Co.. City et al-
San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 251310;
Ervin Hawkins. et al vs. So. Pac. Transportation Co.. - Los
Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC 000825;
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Fred Ledbetter vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 256173;
Mary E. Washinqton vs. So. Pac. Transportation Co. - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 256346;
Durrell Lucas. et al vs. Lake Minerals Corporation. et al-
San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 255165.
City of San Bernardino vs. Alcarez (Danny's Towinq\ - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 266408;
Wheeler vs. Little League Baseball. et al - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 264422;
Kranvac vs. CountY/City - United States District Court Case
No. SACV 91-400 GLT (RWRx);
Murphv vs. Citv of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior
Court Case No. 254764 SACV 91-400 GLT (RWRx);
Oranqe Show Lincoln Mercury vs. Citv of San Bernardino/RDA-
United States District Court - Case No. CV 88-003617 RMT.
CLOSED SESSION
At 1:44 p.m., Mayor Holcomb called the closed session to
order in the Management Information Center, (MIC Room), Sixth
Floor, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Holcomb; Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam; City Attorney
Penman, City Clerk Rachel Clark, City Administrator Wilson.
Absent: Council Member Miller.
Also present: Senior Assistant City Attorney Barlow; James
Sharp, Project Manager, Ken Henderson, Executive Director,
Economic Development Agency/Development Department.
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
At 1:52 p.m., the closed session adjourned to the regular
meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San
Bernardino.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 2:04 p.m., Mayor Holcomb 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.
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ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Rachel Clark with the
following being present: Mayor Holcomb; Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Maudsley, Minor, Miller; Deputy City Attorney Empeno,
Ci ty Clerk Rachel Clark. Absent: Council Members Hernandez,
Pope-Ludlam; City Administrator Shauna Clark.
APPEAL DENIAL VARIANCE NO. 92-09 INSTALL
ADDITIONAL WALL SIGNAGE - IN EXCESS OF THE PRESCRIBED
LIMITATIONS IN DEVELOPMENT CODE SECTION 19.22.150 (C)
(3) (A) BLEIER INDUSTRIES. LTD. - CONTINUED FROM
NOVEMBER 2, 1992 (36)
This is the time and place continued to for consideration of
an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of Variance No. 92-
09 to install additional wall signage in excess of the prescribed
limitations contained in Development Code Section
19.22.150(C)(3)(a).
In a memorandum dated November 6, 1992, Al Boughey, Director
of Planning and Building Services, stated that on November 2,
1992, the Mayor and Council upheld the applicant's appeal,
approved Variance No. 92-09 in concept, and referred the matter
back to staff to develop conditions of approval and positive
findings of fact; and directed staff to request that the
Planning Commission formulate a recommendation to amend the
Development Code sign regulations to address standards for
interior signs that are visible from the exterior of the
building.
Mayor Holcomb opened the hearing.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, that Variance No. 92-09
be approved based on the findings of fact and subject to the
conditions of approval; and that the request for Planning
Commission review be reconsidered and revised.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ RETURNED
At 2:06 p.m., Council Member Hernandez returned to the
Council meeting and took his place at the council table.
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. There was no action on Mayor and
Common Council items during this portion of the meeting.
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY EMPENO EXCUSED
At 2:05 p.m., Deputy City Attorney Empeno left the Council
meeting and was replaced by Senior Assistant City Attorney
Barlow.
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COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ RETURNED
At 2:06 p.m., Council Member Hernandez returned to the
Council meeting and took his place at the council table.
COUNCIL MEMBER
At 2:10 p.m.,
Council meeting and
POPE-LUDLAM RETURNED
Council Member Pope-Ludlam returned
took her place at the council table.
to the
CITY ATTORNEY PENMAN RETURNED
At 2:23 p.m., City Attorney Penman returned to the Council
meeting and replaced Senior Assistant City Attorney Barlow.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR CLARK RETURNED
At 2:24 p.m., City Administrator Clark returned to the
Council meeting and took her place at the council table.
REQUEST TO INSTALL STOP SIGNS - MACY STREET AT THE
INTERSECTION OF WALNUT & ELLEN STREETS - COUNCIL MEMBER
HERNANDEZ (Continued from earlier in the meeting)
(See page 16) (33)
Anwar Wadgy, Traffic Engineer, Public Works, explained that
the original request made to the Traffic Safety Committee was for
a four-way stop at the intersection of Macy and Ellen Streets.
The request was denied; however, two yield signs were installed.
After further evaluation the yield signs were upgraded to a two
way stop on the side streets in the east/west direction, and
staff continues to monitor the intersection. He stated that a
traffic study was not conducted specifically for pedestrian
traffic, as the traffic study indicated that traffic was typical
of a residential street near a school. The intersection does
not warrant a four-way stop sign, and there is no record of prior
accidents.
Council Member Minor made a motion, that the request to
install stop signs on Macy Street at the intersection of Walnut
and Ellen Streets, be denied.
The motion failed for lack of a second.
City Attorney Penman recommended that a study of pedestrian
traffic be performed at the intersection.
Council Member Estrada made a substitute motion, seconded by
Council Member Reilly, and unanimously carried, that the request
to install stop signs on Macy Street at the intersection of
Walnut and Ellen Streets, be referred to the Traffic Safety
Committee for the purpose of studying the impact on pedestrian
(children) traffic.
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RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION (1 & 5-2)
At 2:39 a.m., the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission recessed to closed session for the
following:
a.
to confer with the
li tigation pursuant to
54956.9(b)(1), as there
litigation;
attorney regarding pending
Government Code Section
is significant exposure to
b. based on existing facts and circumstances, set out
below, the City Council is meeting only to decide
whether a closed session is authorized pursuant to
California Government Code Section 54956.9(b) (2);
c.
to confer with the attorney regarding
li tigation pursuant to Government Code
54956.9(c), so that Council/Commission may
whether to initiate litigation;
pending
Section
decide
d. to consider personnel matters pursuant to Government
Code Section 54957;
e. to confer with the Chief of Police on matters posing a
threat to the security of public buildings or a threat
to the public's right of access to public services or
public facilities pursuant to Government Code Section
54957;
f. to give instruction to the City' s/Commission' s
negotiator on the purchase of property pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.8. The real property
which the negotiations concern is generally located at
The identity of each
person with whom negotiations are authorized is:
;
g.
to meet with an applicant for a
applicant's attorney pursuant
Section 54956.7;
City license and the
to Government Code
h. to confer with the attorney regarding pending
litigation which has been initiated formally to which
the City is a party to pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(a) as follows:
Stubblefield Construction Companv. et al vs. City of San
Bernardino. et al - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No.
242998; San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 252058;
Citv of San Bernardino vs. Libertv Cable T.V.. et al-
United States District Court Case No. 82-6876 WMB;
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Citv of San Bernardino vs. County of San Bernardino. et al-
Riyerside Superior Court Case No. 207900;
Tomas Armendariz. et al vs. James F. Penman. et al. - United
States District Court Case No. 91-5757;
Guardian Bank vs. James F. Penman. et al - United States
District Court Case No. 92-4415 WDK (Ex);
Guardian Bank VB. James F. Penman. et al - San Bernardino
County Superior Court Case No. 272631;
City of San Bernardino vs. Chambers Cable - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 264793;
Marvanne Johnson vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. SACV 92-575;
Tomas Armendariz. et al vs. James F. Penman. et al - San
Bernardino Trial Court Case No. 271093;
Carl B. Alston vs. City of San Bernardino et al - United
States District Court Case No. CV 90-0012 WRJ;
Victor Aquilar. et al YS. Cal Ney Pipeline Co. - Los Angeles
Superior Court Case No. C751026;
Edmena Burney. et al vs. So. Pac. Transportation Co. - Los
Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC 000876;
James Dickey. Inc.. vs. Cal Nev Pipe Line Co.. Citv et al-
San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 2513l0;
Ervin Hawkins. et al vs. So. Pac. Transportation Co.. - Los
Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC 000825;
Fred Ledbetter vs. Citv of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 256173;
Mary E. Washinoton vs. So. Pac. Transportation Co. - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 256346;
Durrell Lucas. et al vs. Lake Minerals Corporation. et al-
San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 255165;
Ci tv of San Bernardino vs. Alcarez (Danny's Towinq) - San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 266408;
Wheeler vs. Little Leaque Baseball. at al - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 264422;
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Kranvac vs. Countv/Citv - United States District Court Case
No. SACV 91-400 GLT (RWRx);
Murphv vs. Citv of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior
Court Case No. 254764 SACV 91-400 GLT (RWRx);
Oranae Show Lincoln Mercury vs. Citv of San Bernardino/RDA-
United States District Court - Case No. CV 88-003617 RMT.
CLOSED SESSION
At 2:39 a.m., Mayor Holcomb 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 Holcomb; Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City
Attorney Penman, City Clerk Rachel Clark, City Administrator
Shauna Clark. Absent: None.
Also present: Senior Assistant City Attorney Barlow;
Timothy Steinhaus, Agency Administrator, Kenneth Henderson,
Executive Director, Development Department, and David Edgar,
Housing Division Manager, Economic Development Agency.
.-
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
At 2:52 p.m., the closed session adjourned to the regular
meeting of the Mayor and Common Council in the Council Chambers
of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 2:53 p.m., Mayor Holcomb 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 Holcomb; Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Hernandez, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City
Attorney Penman, City Clerk Rachel Clark, City Administrator
Shauna Clark. Absent: None.
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ADJOURNMENT
At 2:53 p.m., the regular meeting
Council adjourned to 8:30 a.m., Monday,
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300
Bernardino, California.
(37)
of the Mayor and Common
December 7, 1992, in the
North "D" Street, San
RACHEL CLARK
City Clerk
By ~..,-' ~~
Melanie Vale
Deputy City Clerk
No. of Items: 61
No. of Hours: 6
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