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City of San Bernardino, California
March 11, 1991
This is the time and place set for an Adjourned Regular
Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San
Bernardino at the Regular Meeting held at 8: 30 a. m. March 4,
1991, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 North "D" Street,
San Bernardino, California, all members being absent therefrom.
The City Clerk has caused to be posted the Order of
Adjournment of said meeting held on March 4, 1991, and has on
file in the Office of the City Clerk an affidavit of said posting
together with a copy of said Order which was posted at 9:00 a.m.,
Monday, March 4, 1991, on the door of the place at which said
meeting was held.
The Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Mayor
Council of the City of San Bernardino was called
Mayor Holcomb at 8:30 a.m., Monday, March 11,
Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D"
Bernardino, California.
and Common
to order by
1991, in the
Street, San
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Krasney with the following
being present: Mayor Holcomb; Council Members Reilly, Flores,
Maudsiey, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; City Attorney Penman, City
Clerk Krasney, City Administrator Edwins. Absent: Council Member
Estrada.
RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION (1 & S-3)
At 8:30 a.m., the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission recessed to closed session for the
following:
a. 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:
;
b. to consider personnel matters pursuant to Government
Code Section 54957;
c. to meet with designated representatives regarding labor
relations matters pursuant to Government Code Section
54957.6;
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d. 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;
e.
to confer with the
litigation pursuant to
54956.9(b)(l), as there
litigation;
attorney regarding pending
Government Code Section
is significant exposure to
f.
to confer with the attorney regarding
litigation pursuant to Government Code
54956.9(c), so that Council/Commission may
whether to initiate litigation;
pending
Section
decide
g. to confer with the attorney regarding pending
litigation which has been initiated formally to which
the City is a party pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9(a) as follows:
City of San Bernardino vs. San Bernardino Baseball Club.
Inc. - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 239193;
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;
Sock Dawson. et al vs. Citv of San Bernardino. et al-
United States District Court Case No. SA 88-461 AHS (RWRx);
City of Redlands vs. Inland Valley Development Aoencv, et al
- San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 255222;
City of San Bernardino vs. Deukmejian. et al San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 256623;
County vs. City of San Bernardino IRDA) - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 258241.
City of
Indians.
6899 WJR
San Bernardino vs.
et al - United States
(Bx) ;
San Manuel Band of Mission
District Court - Case No. 85-
City of San Bernardino vs. Dvkes - San Bernardino Superior
Court Case No. 254883;
Frank Vasouez vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 252411;
Alvin Wilbourn vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 238248.
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Jov Reynolds vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 260458;
Tammy Murphv vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. 254764;
Carl B. Alston vs. Civil Service Board of the City of San
Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 252495-
Court of Appeals - Fourth District - Case No. E007857;
Carl B. Alston vs. City of
District Court Case No.
Circuit Court of Appeals;
San Bernardino - United States
CV 90-0012 WPG (GHKx); Ninth
Carl B. Alston vs. Civil Service Board;
Willow Woods vs. Citv of San Bernardino - San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. SCV 249477;
Marina Contractors vs. City of San Bernardino - Arbitration.
Zaharopoulos vs. Ci tv of San Bernardino - United States
District Court - Case No. SACV 90-519 AHS (RWR).
CLOSED SESSION
At 8:30 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 with the following being present: Mayor
Holcomb; Council Members Reilly, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-
Ludlam, Miller; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk Krasney, City
Administrator Edwins. Absent: Council Member Estrada.
Also present: Richard Simmons, Deputy City Attorney; Dennis
Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney.
READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
Deputy City Clerk Medina read the titles of all the
resolutions and ordinances on the regular, supplemental and
Community Development agendas while the Council was in closed
session.
COUNCIL MEMBER ESTRADA ARRIVED
At 8:35 a.m., Council Member Estrada arrived at the closed
session.
SR. ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY BARLOW EXCUSED
At 9:05 a.m., Senior Assistant City Attorney Barlow left the
closed session.
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ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
At 9:20 a.m., the closed session adjourned to the Adjourned
Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of
San Bernardino.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 9:29 a.m., Mayor Holcomb called the Adjourned Regular
Meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North
"D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Krasney with the following
being present: Mayor Holcomb; Council Members Estrada, Reilly,
Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller, City Attorney
Penman, City Clerk Krasney, City Administrator Edwins. 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 Reilly.
APPOINTMENT - IN CLOSED SESSION - DR. SHERRY HOWIE TO
THE LIBRARY BOARD
Mayor Holcomb announced that in closed session the Council
voted unanimously to appoint Dr. Sherry Howie, professor at Cal
State University of San Bernardino, to the Library Board, to
replace Mr. Dave Light.
ANNOUNCEMENT BY MAYOR - ARTICLE IN THE SUN NEWSPAPER-
CITY MANAGER FORM OF GOVERNMENT
Mayor Holcomb spoke regarding an article published in The
Sun newspaper regarding a City Manager form of government. He
criticized the publisher, Mr. Richard Kimball, for not knowing
the full picture and publishing incorrect information. Mayor
Holcomb stated that a Charter Revision Committee was formed by
the previous Mayor to examine the Charter in great detail. The
committee members were distinguished people who were very
knowledgeable. After a thorough review of the Charter, the
Committee did not support a City Manager form of government.
ANNOUNCEMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBER MILLER ARDEN AND
GUTHRIE AREA
Council Member Miller stated that the City has closed off
the area generally bounded by Sterling Avenue, 18th Street, 20th
Street, and McKinley, to public traffic on weekends beginning on
Friday evening, March 8, 1991. These streets are available only
to residents in the area. This action has been taken because of
the extreme violence and crime in this area.
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ANNOUNCEMENT CITY ATTORNEY PENMAN ARDEN & GUTHRIE
APARTMENT COMPLEX
City Attorney Penman spoke regarding the large number of
crimes and violent acts in the apartment complex at Arden and
Guthrie. He explained that within a 45-day period, there were
seven shootings and one murder. However, with the assistance of
Public Services, Animal Control, Code Enforcement, Facilities
Management and the Fire Departments, the area is being cleaned.
ANNOUNCEMENT - MANUEL MORENO - CLEAN UP OF ARDEN &
GUTHRIE APARTMENT COMPLEX
Manuel Moreno, Jr., Director of Public Services, stated that
approximately $4,000 in dumping fees and labor has been spent to
clean up the Arden and Guthrie apartment complex.
PUBLIC COMMENTS -Hoanne R. Fredean CRIME & DRUG
ACTIVITY OCCURRING UNDERGROUND
Hoanne R. Fredean, 1582 Concord Street, San Bernardino,
complained that she believes there is tunneling activity
occurring in her neighborhood. She stated that there is drug
activity and violence occurring beneath her home, as she has
heard screaming voices and cries. She expressed concern and
questioned what would be done about this illegal activity.
In a memorandum dated
recommended the appointment
Street, Highland, to the Fine
APPOINTMENT - SONIA E. BAKER - FINE ARTS COMMISSION
(4)
February 13, 1991, Mayor
of Sonia E. Baker, 3147
Arts Commission.
Holcomb
Blythe
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, to approve the
appointment of Sonia E. Baker to the Fine Arts Commission, per
Mayor Holcomb's request.
APPOINTMENT - SALLY KOVACH - FINE ARTS COMMISSION
(4)
In a memorandum dated February 13, 1991, Mayor Holcomb
recommended the appointment of Sally Kovach, 787 W. Edgehil1
Road, San Bernardino, to the Fine Arts Commission.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, to approve the
appointment of Sally Kovach to the Fine Arts Commission, per
Mayor Holcomb's request.
APPOINTMENT - GLEN I. GIPSON - COMMUNITY TELEVISION
COMMISSION (4)
In a memorandum dated February 20, 1991, Mayor Holcomb
recommended the appointment of Glen I. Gipson, 6495 Palm Avenue,
San Bernardino, to the Community Television Commission, per
Council Member Minor's request.
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Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Miller, and unanimously carried, to approve the
appointment of Glen I. Gipson to the Community Television
Commission per Council Member Tom Minor's request.
Glen Gipson was present to accept the certificate of
appointment from .Council Member Minor.
PRESENTATION - PHIL WALLER, CPA - ARROWHEAD UNITED WAY
(4)
Phil Waller, CPA, on behalf of the Arrowhead United Way,
thanked the Mayor for allowing a survey of the City of San
Bernardino to be conducted. He further stated that the survey
indicated that the City of San Bernardino had a 16% increase in
contributions over last year. He congratulated John Wood and
Debi Biggs, United Way Coordinators for the City, for a job well
done. Mr. Waller presented Mayor Holcomb with a City go~ernment
perpetual trophy for an outstanding increase and hard work on the
United Way Campaign.
PROCLAMATION - MARCH OF DIMES - CAMPAIGN FOR HEALTHIER
BABIES - APRIL, 1991 (4)
Lorraine velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, read a
proclamation for the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation,
declaring the month of April, 1991, as March of Dimes Campaign
for Healthier Babies Month.
Allison Rodriguez, Ambassador for the March of Dimes, was
present to accept the proclamation from Mayor Holcomb.
PROCLAMATION - WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH - MARCH, 1991
(4)
Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, read a
proclamation declaring the month of March, 1991, as Women's
History month in the City of San Bernardino.
Juanita Buckner and Lorna Royse, committee
Women of Achievement Committee, were present
proclamation from Mayor Holcomb.
members of the
to accept the
CITY CLERK KRASNEY EXCUSED
At 10:30 a.m., City Clerk Krasney left the Council meeting
and was replaced by Deputy City Clerk Reese.
PRESENTATION - DON DONNELLY - STATE FIRE ASSOCIATION
(4)
Don Donnelly, a representative of the State Fire
Association, spoke regarding the meritorious services given by
certain fire and police departments' employees. Mr. Donnelly
introduced Roland Mason, Kris Hall, and Ed Gulubeck of the Police
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Department; and Fred Poe, of the Fire Department. Mr. Donnelly
explained that these individuals deserve special recognition for
the courageous attempt to save the life of a woman trapped inside
her burning home.
Mr. Donnelly presented a certificate of merit to Roland
Mason, Kris Hall, Ed Gulubeck and Fred Poe for their outstanding
performance.
WAIVE FURTHER READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
(5)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that further reading
of all resolutions and ordinances on the regular, supplemental
and Community Development agendas be waived.
COUNCIL MINUTES - JANUARY 14, 1991 - JANUARY 23, 1991-
FEBRUARY 4, 199 1 ( 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: January 14, 1991; January 23, 1991; February 4, 1991.
Council Member Reilly abstained from voting on the minutes
of January 23, 1991, as he was not present at that meeting.
CLAIMS AND PAYROLL (7)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that the claims and
payroll, and the authorization to issue warrants as listed on the
memorandum dated March 1, 1991, from the Director of Finance, be
approved.
PERSONNEL ACTIONS (8)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that the personnel
actions submitted by the Acting Chief Examiner, dated February
26, 1991, in accordance with all administrative regulations of
the City of San Bernardino, be approved.
RES. 91-65 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH
OMNITRANS, A JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY AND SAN BERNARDINO
DOWNTOWN MAIN STREET, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION,
RELATING TO THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, AND TYPE OF
TRANSIT FURNITURE AND RELATED AMENITIES AT DOWNTOWN SAN
BERNARDINO BUS STOPS. (9)
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RES. 91-66 - 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. (10)
RES. 91-67 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF A FIRST
AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT WITH GFB-FRIEDRICH AND
ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RELATIVE TO
THE FORMATION OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 977, LOCATED
IN THE CAJON AND JUNE AREA. (11)
RES. 91-68 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING A CONTRACT TO CORNISH CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR
INSTALLATION OF STORM DRAIN IN MILL STREET, FROM "E"
STREET TO WARM CREEK CHANNEL, AND MODIFICATION OF
TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT MILL STREET, "E" STREET AND INLAND
CENTER DRIVE. (12)
RES. 91-69 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
MAKING DETERMINATIONS CONCERNING CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AND ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY BY SPECIAL
ASSESSMENTS, DEFINING PROJECT BOUNDARIES AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF A REPORT FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 987
(VERDEMONT AREA). (13)
RES. 91-70 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
APPROVING THE PROPOSED BOUNDARIES OF THE AREA TO BE
ASSESSED FOR CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND
ACQUISITION IN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 987 (VERDEMONT
AREA) . ( 15 )
RES. 91-71 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
DECLARING INTENTION TO ORDER THE ACQUISITION AND
CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS TOGETHER WITH
APPURTENANCES PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE
MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1913; DECLARING THE WORK
TO BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY BENEFIT;
DESCRIBING THE DISTRICT TO BE ASSESSED TO PAY THE COSTS
AND EXPENSES THEREOF; AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF
BONDS IN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 987 (VERDEMONT AREA).
(16)
RES. 91-72 -RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PASSING ON AND GIVING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL TO THE
REPORT OF THE ENGINEER OF WORK AND APPOINTING A TIME
AND PLACE FOR PUBLIC HEARING FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
NO. 987 (VERDEMONT AREA). (17)
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RES. 91-73 - RESOLUTION
REFERENCING PREVAILING
CONSTRUCTION BIDS FOR
(VERDEMONT AREA).
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
WAGE SCALE AND CALLING FOR
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 987
(18)
RES. 91-74 - RESOLUTION OF
REQUESTING PROPOSAL FOR
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 987
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
THE SALE OF BONDS FOR
(VERDEMONT AREA). (19)
RES. 91-75 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AWARDING A CONTRACT TO TRAFFIC OPERATIONS, INC., FOR
INSTALLATION OF STREET NAME SIGNS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS.
(20)
RES. 91-76 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
SUMMARILY VACATING THAT CERTAIN EXCESS STREET AND
HIGHWAY RIGHT-OF-WAY AND SETTING SAID PROPERTY ASIDE
FOR THE USE OF THE CITY WATER DEPARTMENT, SAID PROPERTY
LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD,
WESTERLY OF THE LYTLE CREEK FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL.
(21)
RES. 91-77 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
VACATING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A QUITCLAIM
DEED FOR A PUBLIC SERVICE EASEMENT FOR A WATER PIPELINE
LOCATED NORTHERLY OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE AND LITTLE LEAGUE DRIVE, IN SAN
BERNARDINO. (22)
RES. 91-78 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH
FULLERTON BUILDING, INC., RELATING TO PLACEMENT OF A
TRASH ENCLOSURE IN PARKING DISTRICT LOT NO.3. (24)
RES. 91-79 - 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
ESTABLISH A NO PARKING ANY TIME ZONE ON NINTH STREET
BETWEEN VALENCIA AVENUE AND BOBBETT DRIVE. (25)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that said resolutions be adopted.
Resolution Nos. 91-65, 91-66, 91-67, 91-68, 91-69, 91-70,
91-71, 91-72, 91-73, 91-74, 91-75, 91-76, 91-77, 91-78 and 91-79
were adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members
Estrada, Reilly, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller.
Nays: None. Absent: None.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, APPROVING
INCREASES TO WATER RATES ESTABLISHED BY THE BOARD OF
WATER COMMISSIONERS, AS SET FORTH IN RULE AND
REGULATION NUMBERS 14 AND 21 OF THE BOARD OF WATER
COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO. (26)
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that said resolution
be continued to a luncheon workshop on Monday, March 18, 1991,
and that a hearing be scheduled for 2:00 p.m., March 18, 1991, in
the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
MC-768 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AMENDING CHAPTER 15.57 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL
CODE REVISING DEFINITION FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION AND
RECONSTRUCTION AND RESTRUCTURING EXISTING CULTURAL
DEVELOPMENT FEES. (Final) (27)
MC-769 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AMENDING CHAPTER 8.90 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO MOBILE HOME RENT STABILIZATION.
(Final) (28)
MC-770 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ADDING
CHAPTER 19.23 TO THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE TO
REGULATE THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF CONVENIENCE
STORES. (Final) (29)
MC-771 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AMENDING SECTIONS 19.08.040, AND 19.72.010, AND
AMENDING CHAPTER 19.80, OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL
CODE REQUIRING AN ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW WITH NOTICE FOR
SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS WITHIN CERTAIN AREAS OF THE
CITY. (Final) ( 30)
MC-772 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ADDING
CHAPTER 8.82 TO THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE;
ESTABLISHING CHARGES FOR EXTRAORDINARY LAW ENFORCEMENT
SERVICES. (Final) (31)
MC-773 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AMENDING CHAPTER 8.81 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO SECURITY ALARM SYSTEMS. (Final) (32)
MC-774 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN
AMENDING SECTION 10.52.020 OF THE SAN
MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING A SPEED ZONE ON
OF THIRTY-FIVE MILES PER HOUR BETWEEN SIXTH
BASE LINE STREET. (Final)
BERNARDINO
BERNARDINO
"H" STREET
STREET AND
(33)
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Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member pope-Ludlam, that said ordinances be adopted.
Ordinance Nos. MC-768, MC-769, MC-770, MC-771, MC-772, MC-
773 and MC-774 were adopted by the following vote: Ayes:
Council Member Estrada, Reilly, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-
Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
RES. 91-80 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
MAKING DESIGNATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS TO FULFILL
RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORM DUTIES FOR ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT NO. 987 (VERDEMONT AREA). (14)
Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works/City
answered questions of the Council regarding the
performing the duties for the assessment district.
Engineer,
engineer
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 91-80 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Flores, Maudsley, Minor,
Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
RES. 91-81 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH
FULLERTON BUILDING, INC., RELATING TO INGRESS AND
EGRESS THROUGH PARKING DISTRICT LOT NO.3. (23)
The Council discussed whether or not the trash container
would be visible from Arrowhead Avenue.
Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works/City Engineer,
answered questions.
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 91-81 was adopted by the
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Flores,
pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
following vote:
Maudsley, Minor,
PROTEST HEARING - ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 977B - CAJON AND
JUNE ACQUISITION DISTRICT - RESOLUTIONS ACCEPTING WORKS
OF IMPROVEMENTS AND CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT
(Continued from March 4, 1991) (34)
This is the time and place continued to for a hearing to
consider any protests regarding improvements in Assessment
District No. 977B located at Cajon and June.
In a memorandum dated February 18, 1991, Roger Hardgrave,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer, stated that the Council
previously authorized proceedings for the formation of a special
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assessment district for the public financing of the subdivision
improvements to be constructed within City Subdivision Tracts
14184 and 14185. Subsequent thereto, the property owners were
notified as to their estimated assessment in the manner as
required by law and appropriate notice was given.
Mayor Holcomb opened the hearing.
No protests were received.
RES. 91-82 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
ACCEPTING THE WORKS OF IMPROVEMENT AND APPROVING "AS-
BUILT" CERTIFICATE.
RES. 91-83 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT, ORDERING THE ACQUISITION
MADE, TOGETHER WITH APPURTENANCES, AND APPROVING THE
ENGINEER'S "REPORT".
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that the protests,
if any, be overruled, the hearing be closed, and find and
determine that the public convenience and necessity require the
acquisition of certain improvements in the area of Cajon and June
Street area in the City of San Bernardino; and that said
resolutions be adopted.
Resolution
following vote:
Maudsley, Minor,
Nos. 91-82 and 91-83 were adopted by the
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Flores,
Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
PROTEST HEARING AND RESOLUTION ORDERING VACATION-
PORTION OF EDGEHILL ROAD, EAST OF LITTLE MOUNTAIN DRIVE
Continued from March 4, 1991 (35)
This is the time and placed continued to for a hearing to
consider any protests regarding the vacation of a portion of
Edgehill Road, east of Little Mountain Drive.
In a memorandum dated February 25, 1991, Roger Hardgrave,
Director of Public Works/City Engineer, stated that he had
received a request from the Edgehill Management Corporation that
Edgehill Road, east of Little Mountain Drive, be vacated. This
request was submitted on behalf of the condominium owners' in
response to their desire to control access by installing a
security fence. This desire stems from a long series of
vandalism and criminal activities, culminating in the murder of a
tenant in December of 1989, by an intruder. Authorization was
given to proceed with the proposed vacation and Plan No. 8159 was
approved.
Mayor Holcomb opened the hearing.
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ORDERING THE
VACATION OF THAT PORTION OF EDGEHILL ROAD EAST OF
LITTLE MOUNTAIN DRIVE IN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND
RESERVING EASEMENTS FOR WATERLINES AND APPURTENANT
FACILITIES, EMERGENCY INGRESS AND EGRESS, INGRESS AND
EGRESS RIGHTS FOR THE OWNERS OF PROPERTY IN TRACT
11047, THEIR HEIRS AND ASSIGNS, AND PUBLIC UTILITY
EASEMENTS THEREIN.
Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works/City Engineer,
stated that the applicant needs to contact the City to make
arrangements for gaining control of the south half of Edgehill
Road for a turn around for emergency ingress and egress before
the resolution can be adopted. Mr. Hardgrave recommended that
the resolution be continued until the applicant has made these
arrangements.
A discussion ensued regarding a year's lease for the south
half of Edgehill Road, to be paid for by the applicant.
Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works/City Engineer,
gave the Council several options by which the price could be
established.
A discussion ensued regarding establishing a one dollar per
year lease.
City Attorney Penman stated that the value of the street is
minimal and given the options and problems in the area, the one
dollar per year lease seems appropriate.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Maudsley, and unanimously carried, that the hearing be
closed and the findings of fact as set forth in the staff report
from Roger G. Hardgrave, Director of Public Works/City Engineer,
as to why that portion of Edgehil1 Road lying east of Little
Mountain Drive is no longer necessary for street purposes, be
adopted; and that said resolution be continued to the Council
meeting of March 18, 1991.
STURGES AUDITORIUM - REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF FEES BY SAN
BERNARDINO COUNTY SCHOOL MARCH 21, 1991-
PRESENTATION OF "MY DAD AND ME" (38)
In a memorandum dated February 15, 1991, Annie Ramos,
Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, stated that
the Office of the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools
has requested the waiver of rental fees for the use of Sturges
Auditorium. Total usage fees are $521.50; of this $234 will be
for the replacement fund and $277.50 for rental. The play
carries a strong message about substance abuse. While the
performance will provide a valuable educational experience, it is
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City policy that uses of Sturges Auditorium will be self-
sustaining. In spite of previous requests, no other user has had
fees waived for the use of Sturges Auditorium.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, and unanimously carried, that the request for
a waiver of fees in the amount of $521.50 by the San Bernardino
County Schools for the use of Sturges Auditorium on March 21,
1991, for the presentation of "My Dad and Me" be approved,
provided that the City receives a credit for use of the San
Bernardino County School facilities in said amount.
RECESS MEETING
At 10:47 a.m., Mayor Holcomb declared a fifteen minute
recess.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 11:02 a.m., Mayor Holcomb reconvened
Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council
Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street,
California.
the Adjourned
in the Council
San Bernardino,
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Krasney with the
following being present: Mayor Holcomb; Council Members Estrada,
Reilly, Flores, Maudsley, Minor; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk
Krasney, City Administrator Edwins. Absent: Council Members
pope-Ludlam, Miller.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ADDING
SECTION 5.04.526 TO THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO BUSINESS LICENSE FEES IN AREAS OF HIGH
CRIME INCIDENTS. (First) (S-l)
Mayor Holcomb explained that this ordinance is specifically
tailored for the Arden and Guthrie area. It is a business
license ordinance increasing the license fee from $60 per year to
$1,060 per year for fourplexes and single family dwellings in
areas of high crime. The increase is being recommended because
of the tremendous cost in City services to police that area. The
rationale is to make the property owners pay for the extra
services. However, it does provide that if the property owners
participate in a City approved homeowners association, the fee
will remain $60 per year. Mayor Holcomb further explained that
one of the biggest benefits of joining the homeowners association
would be the fact that the tenants would be screened and that
property maintenance would be enforced.
COUNCIL MEMBERS POPE-LUDLAM AND MILLER RETURNED
At 11:04 a.m., Council Members Pope-Ludlam and Miller
returned to the Council meeting and took their places at the
council table.
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Glenn Wennen, 1018 Jefferson Street, Upland, CA 91786, owner
of a fourplex in the Arden and Guthrie area, spoke in favor of
the ordinance, as when he purchased the property, he did not
realize the amount of gang activity occurring in the area. Since
that time, the gang activity has increased tremendously and is
now out of control. This new ordinance would force property
owners in the area to join the homeowners association and help
clean up the area. The screening of the tenants would be a
great advantage for the property owners.
Earline Dolan, property manager of Vista Apartments, 19th
and Guthrie Streets, spoke in support of the ordinance. She
stated that the action taken by the City thus far has improved
the blight and lessened criminal activities. Ms. Dolan suggested
that the homeowners should think of the business license fee
increase not as a punishment, but as a reward.
Keith Reno, 1400 Edgehill Road, owner of the Edgehill
Village Complex, expressed concern regarding the criminal
activity occurring in the area. Mr. Reno stated that the Arden
and Guthrie complex is part of a special assessment district and
questioned if the ordinance would include the new area recently
annexed at Arden and Guthrie.
Mayor Holcomb responded that the
the whole Arden and Guthrie area,
recently annexed into the City.
ordinance would apply to
which includes the area
It was pointed out that in the ordinance on page 2, line 14,
the fee increase amount should be $1,060 annually for property
owners who do not join the homeowners association.
City Attorney Penman explained that the ordinance would
require some minor changes in the wording. He recommended that
on page 2, line 15, the words "City Attorney" be changed to read
"Mayor and Common Council". He also recommended that on page 2,
line 16, the word "also" be stricken from the ordinance.
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, and unanimously carried, that said ordinance be
laid over for final adoption as amended by interdelineation.
DECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY - ARDEN/GUTHRIE SOUTH
NEIGHBORHOOD (S-4)
In a memorandum dated March 7, 1991, James Penman, City
Attorney, reported that pursuant to the authority of San
Bernardino Charter Section 50, San Bernardino Municipal Code
Section 2.46.060, and Government Code Section 8630 et seq., on
March 6, 1991, the Mayor proclaimed the existence of a local
emergency in the Arden/Guthrie south neighborhood because of the
high concentration of violent crimes, on-going drug activity and
very heavy drug sales over the past month and a half. Pursuant
to the requirements of the Municipal Code, the Council is
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requested to confirm this declaration of a local emergency and
direct that it be in existence until 6:00 a.m., Monday, March 18,
1991, unless extended by the Mayor and Common Council.
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Reilly, and unanimously carried, to approve the existence
of a local emergency in the Arden/Guthrie south neighborhood as
described in the Mayor's Declaration of Emergency dated March 6,
1991, with the powers and directives of City departments as made
in that declaration, to expire, unless further extended, at 6:00
a.m., Monday, March 18, 1991.
DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION PURCHASE OF A NEW
COMPUTER SYSTEM - AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE (39)
In a memorandum dated February 26, 1991, Fred Wilson,
Assistant City Administrator, stated that the issue of upgrading
the City's computer systems has been a high priority of the City
Administrator since she assumed the position in July, 1990. The
Data Processing Committee was charged with the responsibility of
developing recommendations regarding upgrades to the City'S
computer systems. The recommendation of the Committee is to
initiate negotiations for the purchase of a Digital Equipment
Corporation (DEC) VAX 4000 and DEC System 5500 to replace the
existing Police Records Management, Computer Aided Dispatch and
the City's McDonnell Douglas business computer system.
Shauna Edwins, City Administrator, stated that the proposal
submitted is a result of the Management Information Systems (MIS)
Ad Hoc Committee, which included Janis Ingels, Fred Wilson and
Phil Arvizo. Mrs. Edwins stated that after a thorough review,
the Committee has recommended the purchase of a Digital Equipment
Corporation (DEC) VAX 4000 and DEC System 5500.
Council Member Flores made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, and unanimously carried, that authorization be
given to negotiate for the purchase of a Digital Equipment
Corporation Dual Host VAX 4000, Model: 300 computer system and a
DEC system 5500 to replace the existing Police Records
Management, Computer Aided Dispatch and the City's McDonnell
business/financial applications computer systems.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION/REDEVELOPMENT
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
At 11:36 a.m., the Adjourned Regular
Community Development Commission/Redevelopment
to order by Chairman Holcomb in the Council
Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino.
AGENCY-
Meeting of the
Agency was called
Chambers of City
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PIONEER CEMETERY ALLOCATION OF $102,177 FROM TAX
ALLOCATION BOND PROCEEDS PHASE I EXPANSION-
NORTHWEST CORNER OF WATERMAN AVENUE AND SEVENTH STREET
- CONTINUED FROM FEBRUARY 4, 1991 (36)
This is the time and place continued to for consideration of
the allocation of funds in the amount of $102,177 from tax bond
proceeds for Phase I of the expansion of Pioneer Cemetery located
at the northwest corner of Waterman Avenue and Seventh Street.
In a memorandum dated March 4, 1991, Shauna Edwins, City
Administrator, explained that when the request for expenditure of
Redevelopment funds came before the Council, she was asked to
determine whether or not the City would be better served by
selling the commercial piece at the northwest corner of Waterman
and Seventh. According to comps prepared by the Real Property
Division, that parcel is worth $496,296. If the cemetery is
expanded, it represents the addition of 9,000 grave sites and
$10,000,000 in revenue. Even at today's low interest rate on the
Endowment Care Fund, the break-even point is 241 graves sold per
year. Presently, with no advertising and no visibility, Pioneer
sells 220 sites per year. A 20% increase in sales would put the
cemetery 23 sites past breakdown with $25,875 profit per year. A
30% increase equals annual profits of $57,375.
Mayor Holcomb gave the history of the establishment of the
Pioneer Cemetery.
City Administrator Edwins stated that the Pioneer Cemetery
was founded in 1852 and in 1922 an endowment care fund was
established.
Mayor Holcomb stated that the expansion is being considered
because the City will soon be running out of grave sites at the
existing location. Even if the City sells all the grave sites,
there would not be sufficient monies in the Care Fund to maintain
the cemetery without supporting it with the General Fund. By
expanding the cemetery, there would be enough grave sites to
eventually make the cemetery self supporting. Additionally, it
would be a greenbelt complimenting the Seccombe Lake Park
located to the south of the cemetery, would make the cemetery
more attractive, and enhance the City's ability to sell the grave
sites.
Shauna Edwins, Ci ty Administrator, answered questions
regarding the timeframe of the anticipated $10 million dollars in
revenue. She also explained why the City would be better 0 f f
expanding the cemetery than to leave the 2.1 acre parcel on the
market for commercial use. Mrs. Edwins answered questions
regarding a comparison study of tax increment dollars if the
property were sold for commercial use as opposed to expanding the
cemetery.
Shauna Edwins explained that one way to make the cemetery
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Shauna Edwins explained that one way to make the cemetery
very marketable is to give it a "front door". Expansion to
Waterman Avenue would give the cemetery exposure to 47,000
vehicles per day traveling along Waterman Avenue, which is the
key to providing more sales of the grave sites.
A discussion ensued regarding the possibility of legally
selling the cemetery.
City Attorney Penman pointed out that State law (Health &
Safety code Section 8127) prohibits a municipality from open1ng a
cemetery of more than five acres, but does not prohibit the
expansion of the cemetery. It also provides that once the land
is dedicated for burial use, it cannot be used for any other
purpose. Mr. Penman stated that his office is investigating the
legalities involved with expanding the cemetery.
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Pope-Ludlam, that the item regarding allocation of
$102,177 from tax allocation bond proceeds for expansion of
Pioneer Cemetery be continued to March 18, 1991, in the Council
Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino,
California.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Members Estrada, Reilly, Flores, Pope-Ludlam, Miller.
Council Members Maudsley, Minor. Absent: None.
Council
Nays:
RES. 91-84 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, MAKING
FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS AS TO THE BENEFIT OF
CERTAIN PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE TRI-
CITY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA (NINTH STREET
UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT). (R-3)
Council Member Reilly made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 91-84 was adopted by the
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Flores,
pope-Ludlam, Miller. Nays: None. Absent: None.
following vote:
Maudsley, Minor,
SUBSTITUTION OF CMO RESIDUAL FUNDS FOR CDBG FUNDS-
FINANCE IMPROVEMENTS AT STURGES HALL (R-6)
In a staff report dated February 28, 1991, Kenneth J.
Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department, stated
that the Mayor and Council approved the use of CDBG funds from
the FY 1990/91 CDBG allocation for the purpose of upgrading the
lighting and sound systems at the Sturges Auditorium.
Development Department staff conducted a preliminary monitoring
of the Sturges Auditorium to analyze user information in order to
determine compliance with federal regulations requiring that if
at least fifty-one percent low and moderate income persons
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information was to be in place prior to any expenditure of CDBG
funds to ensure compliance with program requirements. The
information submitted by the Center is insufficient to determine
compliance with the CDBG program. Because of the desirability of
this project and the need to upgrade the lighting and public
address systems, staff recommends the use of collateralized
mortgage obligation residual funds. These funds are unrestricted
and would allow the project to go forward as originally
envisioned.
Council Member Reilly made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, and unanimously carried, that the Mayor and Common
Council approved the substitution of collateralized mortgage
obligation residual funds for CDBG funds in the amount of $40,000
to upgrade the lighting and sound systems at Sturges Hall
Auditorium.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING
RESOLUTION NUMBER 81-594 AND DELEGATING TO THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SAN
BERNARDINO CERTAIN POWERS AND AUTHORITY IN CONNECTION
WITH THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AGENCY. (R-8)
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE
PROVISION OF CITY STAFF TO UNDERTAKE FUNCTIONS OF THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SAN
BERNARDINO. (R-9)
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING CERTAIN
CITY POSITIONS TO STAFF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND APPROVING CERTAIN JOB
DESCRIPTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. (R-10)
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION
NUMBER 6433 ENTITLED IN PART, "A RESOLUTION...CREATING
AND ESTABLISHING POSITIONS FOR THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
OF THE CITY..." AND DELETING CERTAIN CITY POSITIONS.
(R-11)
CITY ATTORNEY PENMAN EXCUSED
At 11:55 a.m., City Attorney Penman was excused and was
replaced by Sr. Assistant City Attorney Barlow.
Tim Steinhaus, Administrator, Economic Development Agency,
answered questions regarding the job descriptions.
Mayor Holcomb stated that he had requested that these job
descriptions come before the Commission instead of the
Redevelopment Committee because they should be reviewed by the
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whole Council, not just the council members who serve on the
Committee.
A discussion ensued regarding scheduling a luncheon
workshop to review the job descriptions in greater detail.
After a lengthy discussion, Council Member Estrada made a
motion, seconded by Council Miller, that all the resolutions
concerning the organization and job descriptions of the Economic
Development Agency be referred to the Redevelopment Committee.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Member Estrada, Reilly, Flores, Maudsley, Pope-Ludlam,
Nays: Council Member Minor. Absent: None.
Council
Miller.
CITY CLERK KRASNEY RETURNED
City Clerk Krasney returned to the Council Meeting and
replaced Deputy City Clerk Reese.
RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION - FIREFIGHTERS NEGOTIATIONS
At 12:12 p.m., Mayor Holcomb recessed the Adjourned Regular
Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council to a closed session
luncheon workshop to discuss the firefighters negotiations.
CLOSED SESSION
At 12:41 p.m., Mayor Holcomb called the closed session to
order in the Management Information Center (MIC), Sixth Floor,
City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken with the following being present: Mayor
Holcomb; Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Flores, Maudsley,
Minor, pope-Ludlam; Sr. Assistant City Attorney Barlow, City
Clerk Krasney, City Administrator Edwins. Absent: Council
Member Miller.
Also present: Deputy City Attorney Roth; Finance Director
Green; Fire Chief Wright; Fred Wilson, Assistant to the City
Administrator; Phil Arvizo, Executive Assistant to the Council;
Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor.
COUNCIL MEMBER
At 1:21 p.m.,
session.
POPE-LUDLAM EXCUSED
Council Member Pope-Ludlam left the closed
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
At 1:30 p.m., the closed session was adjourned to 2:00 p.m.,
in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
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RECONVENE MEETING
At 2:05 p.m., Mayor Holcomb reconvened the Adjourned Regular
Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council in the Council Chambers
of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Krasney with the following
being present: Mayor Holcomb; Council Members Reilly, Flores,
Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk
Krasney, City Administrator Edwins. Absent: Council Members
Estrada, Miller.
CERTIFICATION OF CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO PRIMARY
MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON MARCH 5, 1991 (37)
In a memorandum dated March 7, 1991, Rachel Krasney, City
Clerk, presented the results of the City of San Bernardino
Primary Municipal Election held on March 5, 1991, pursuant to the
official canvass taken on March 7, 1991.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Maudsley, that the results of the Municipal Primary
Election held on March 5, 1991, as set forth in the Statement of
Votes Cast, and certified, be declared official as set forth in
the document prepared by the City Clerk's Office.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Members Reilly, Flores, Maudsley, Minor. Nays: Council
Pope-Ludlam. Absent: Council Member Estrada, Miller.
Council
Member
ESTABLISHMENT OF SALARIES FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT RANGES
P-4, P-5, P-6 AND P-7 - EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 1990 (41)
In a memorandum dated March 4, 1991, Barbara Dillon,
Personnel Director, stated that Section 186 of the City Charter
establishes a formula for setting salaries for local safety
members to become effective each August 1. City staff has
reached an agreement with police management on the ten cities
whose salaries will be averaged to determine this year's P-4, P-
5, P-6 and P-7 salaries for the Police Department. The cities
selected are: Chu1a Vista, Ontario, Concord, Orange, Huntington
Beach, Oxnard, Modesto, Riverside, Oceanside and Torrance.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Maudsley, and unanimously carried, that the salaries for
Police Department Ranges P-4, P-5, P-6 and P-7 be established as
outlined in the staff report, effective August 1, 1990; and that
the Personnel Department prepare an amendment to Resolution No.
6429.
COUNCIL MEMBER ESTRADA RETURNED
At 2:10 p.m., Council Member Estrada
meeting and took her place at the council
returned to the Council
table.
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RES. 91-85 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ALLOCATING 125
UNDESIGNATED PARKING SPACES IN THE FIVE-LEVEL PARKING
STRUCTURE FOR PACIFIC FIRST BANK BUILDING AND REPEALING
RESOLUTION NO. 84-366. (S-2)
Council Member Reilly made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 91-85 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Reilly, Flores, Minor, Pope-Ludlam. Nays:
None. Abstain: Council Member Estrada, Maudsley. Absent:
Council Member Miller.
PUBLIC HEARING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-07-
CHANGE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM CG-1 TO RS AND RU-1,
AND FROM RH TO RS AND RU-1 ON VARIOUS PARCELS ON THE
WEST SIDE OF "E" STREET, SOUTH OF 28TH STREET GENERALLY
IN THE AREA OF THE OLD LAUREL HOSPITAL (42)
This is the time and place set for a public hearing to
consider General Plan Amendment No. 90-07, to change the land use
designation from CG-1 (Commercial General) to RS (Residential
Suburban) and RU-1 (Residential Urban), and from RH (Residential
High) to RS (Residential Suburban) on various parcels on the west
side of "E" Street, south of 28th Street, generally in the area
of the old Laurel Hospital.
In a memorandum dated February 11, 1991, Larry Reed,
Director of Planning/Building Services, stated that this is a
City-initiated General Plan amendment to evaluate the land use
designation on and around the location of the former Laurel
Hospital. Staff evaluated four alternatives for the Planning
Commission's consideration and three additional alternatives at
the Commission's request. The seven alternatives were considered
by the Planning Commission at noticed public hearings of November
7, 1990 and January 8, 1991. The Commission recommended adoption
of General Plan Amendment No. 90-7, Alternative 2. This
alternative designates the medical building and its associated
properties as RU-1, Residential Urban. RU-1 permits single-
family detached units and multi-family units to a density of 9
dwelling units per acre. The RU-1 designation would permit reuse
of the medical building as a senior project.
Mayor Holcomb opened the hearing.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ADOPTING THE
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND
ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-07 TO THE
GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO. (42)
Deborah Brody, Vice President for Property Development and
Management, on behalf of Parks ide Medical Services, 1775 Dempster
Street, Park Ridge, Illinois, owners of the old Laurel Hospital,
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stated that the property has been on the market for well over one
year, but has not been sold. Because of this, Parks ide has
reduced the price to one-half million dollars. The new asking
price is based on a commercial zoning designation which would
allow Parks ide to obtain reasonable offers. If the zoning is
changed to residential, Parks ide would take a tremendous loss.
Therefore, Ms. Brody requested that the commercial zoning remain
and that Parks ide be given 60 days to market the property.
A discussion ensued regarding the stability of the old
Laurel Hospital structure.
Ernest Riffenburgh, attorney representing Parkside, spoke
regarding his interpretation of the City's ordinance on
demolition. He stated that the ordinance indicated that there
has to be a problem of abandonment of the building, as well as
with the structural integrity. He stated that the building has
not been abandoned. Al though it has been unused, it has been
maintained and it is patrolled by security.
Larry Reed, Director of Planning and Building Services,
commented on the condition of the structure and stated that
absentee landlords are a current problem encountered in the City.
It was pointed out that the fence surrounding the building
is in poor condition and that the building is surrounded by
weeds. Staff has visited the site and there was no indication of
any security patrolling the site.
City Attorney Penman pointed out that the proposed land use
designation would not only permit single family dwellings, but
would also permit apartment buildings.
James Wirth, 1980 Sierra Way, San Bernardino, spokesperson
for the neighborhood, briefed the Council on the number of
events and correspondence submitted to the City regarding the use
of the building and the possibility of changing the land use
designation. He stated that the neighborhood would like to see
this area designated as single family dwellings.
City Attorney Penman stated that the land use designation
should only be changed to RS, otherwise, an apartment complex
could be built, because that would be more feasible with the size
of the parcel. Mr. Penman indicated that the City does not need
apartments in this area.
Madeline Carducci, 2717 North "F" Street, San Bernardino,
spoke in support of the residential zoning strictly for single
family housing. Ms. Carducci does not want apartments allowed in
this residential area.
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Mary Jane Wilson, resident of the area, spoke in support of
the residential zoning and stated that she does not like to see
the building left vacant and boarded up.
Randy Swing, resident of the area, stated that she is in
favor of the residential zoning and would prefer to have single
family housing dwellings built.
Ernest Riffenburgh, attorney for Parkside, stated that the
inside of the old Laurel Hospital is structurally sound and has
been in a residential area for 40 years. He further stated that
Parks ide is taking a constructive approach in removing the eye
sore, but with the current market situation, the quickest way to
sell the building is to have a commercial zoning designation.
Council Member
Member Pope-Ludlam,
hearing.
Minor
and
made a motion, seconded
unanimously carried, to
by Council
close the
COUNCIL MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM EXCUSED
Council Member Pope-Ludlam left the Council meeting.
The Council discussed changing the land designation to RS
and the effect it would have on the number of duplexes already
existing in the area. It was pointed out that these duplexes
would be legal non-conforming with the new proposed land
designation of RS.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Maudsley, and unanimously carried, that Alternative 1, of
the staff report be accepted - changing the land use designation
from CG-1 to RS and that RS be designated on various parcels on
the west side of "E" Street, south of 28th Street, generally in
the area of the old Laurel Hospital to include the Courtland
Drive area.
City Attorney Penman stated that the Attorney's Office will
come back with an amended resolution to reflect the new land use
designation.
CITY ATTORNEY
At 3:00 p.m.,
and was replaced
Attorney.
PENMAN EXCUSED
City Attorney Penman
by Dennis Barlow,
left the Council meeting
Senior Assistant City
PUBLIC HEARING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-11-
CHANGE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM RM TO RMH/18 ON THE
EAST SIDE OF RICHARDSON STREET BETWEEN COULSTON STREET
AND 1-10 FREEWAY (43)
This is the time and place set for a public hearing to
consider General Plan Amendment No. 90-11, to change the land use
designation from RM (Residential Medium) to RMH-18 (Residential
Medium High with a density limit of 18 dwelling units per acre)
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on the east side of Richardson Street between Coulston Street
and the 1-10 Freeway.
In a memorandum dated February 20, 1991, Larry Reed,
Director of Planning and Building Services, stated that this is a
City-initiated General Plan Amendment to evaluate a change in the
land use designation from RM, Residential Medium (14 dwelling
units per acre) to RMH/18, Residential Medium High with a density
limit of 18 dwelling units per acre on approximately 22.41
acres. It also evaluated redesignating 10.36 acres on the west
side of Richardson Street, north of the 1-10 Freeway, from RM to
a commercial designation (Site B). Site C is comprised of
approximately 3.22 acres on the north side of Laurelwood Drive
which is proposed to be designated CG-1 along with Site B so as
to provide the commercial designation along both sides of
Laurelwood Drive.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ADOPTING THE
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND
ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-11 TO THE
GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO. (43)
Mayor Holcomb opened the hearing.
Larry Reed, Director of Planning and Building Services, gave
the background of the staff report relating to the General Plan
Amendment. He stated that the property located on the east side
of Richardson Street, between Coulston and the 1-10 Freeway, was
recently annexed into the City, and the property owner has asked
to change the land use designation to accommodate the land use he
had when it was part of the County. Mr. Reed stated that staff
recommends the following: Site A to have a land use designation
of RMH, Residential Medium High with a density limit of 18
dwellings units per acre; and that the zoning designations on
Sites Band C not be done until a traffic study is completed to
determine if the commercial designation is adequate.
Bill Heers, 1450 E. Cooley Drive, Colton, 92324, stated that
he is in agreement with the proposed zoning designation for Site
A, but that he does not agree with the recommended zoning
designation for Sites Band C. He requested that the zoning be
designated Commercial General, as it was in the County's zoning
ordinance.
Larry Reed, Director of Planning and Building Services,
stated that the previous zoning, Commercial General, was under
the County's zoning ordinance. When the City pre-zoned it under
its sphere of influence, as part of the General Plan, the City
zoned Site B as residential medium density and Site C as
residential medium to high density. He stated that when the
County was adopting its ordinance, the City notified the County
of the City's zoning designation, but the County did not respond.
Mr. Reed recommended that the City use the General Plan zoning
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designation until a traffic study is conducted. He explained
that the Planning and Building Services Department does not have
funds to conduct the traffic study and recommended that the
applicant should pay for the study.
The Council discussed the traffic study, and determined that
it could not be completed until the type of commercial business
is established.
Larry Reed, Director of Planning/Building Services,
explained the various zoning designations that were established
under the County ordinance, and those the City is recommending
for Sites A, Band C.
Bill Heers, 1450 Cooley Drive, Colton, 92324, stated that if
the designation is left as Multi-Family, he would still be
required to do a traffic study when he develops the site. If
designated Commercial General, the City could eliminate one step
for the applicant and the City, that of another General Plan
amendment.
Mayor Holcomb agreed with Mr. Heers, in that if
applicant later requests a Commercial General designation,
City would have to initiate another General Plan amendment.
process is time consuming and costly to the City.
the
the
This
A discussion ensued regarding the zoning designations
adjacent to the west and south of Site C.
Larry Reed, Director of Planning/Building Services, answered
questions regarding the legal downside of not changing the zoning
designations a}l at one time.
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Maudsley, that the hearing be closed; that Alternate 1,
Site A, be changed from RM to changed to RMH/18; Site B, be
changed from RM to CG-1; and Site C, to RMH to CG-1; and that
staff come back with a revised resolution supporting Alternate
1.
The motion failed by the following vote: Ayes:
Member Estrada, Reilly, Mauds1ey. Nays: Council Members
Minor. Absent: Council Members Pope-Ludlam, Miller.
Council
Flores,
The Council discussed the proposed zone change of Commercial
General.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Estrada, and unanimously carried, to reconsider General
Plan Amendment No. 90-11 to change the land use designation from
RM to RMH/18 on the east side of Richardson Street between
Coulston Street and the 1-10 Freeway.
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Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Maudsley, that the hearing be closed; and that staff come
back with a revised resolution changing the land use designation
to CG-1.
The motion
Members Estrada,
Flores. Absent:
carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Reilly, Maudsley, Minor. Nays: Council
Council Member Pope-Ludlam Miller.
Council
Member
PUBLIC HEARING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-16-
CHANGE LAND USE DESIGNATIONS FROM RMH AND RM TO CO-ION
THE SOUTHWEST AND NORTHWEST CORNERS OF 8TH STREET AND
ARROWHEAD AVENUE (44)
This is the time and place set for a public hearing to
consider a change of land use designations from RMH and RM to CO-
1 on the southwest and northwest corners of 8th Street and
Arrowhead Avenue.
In a memorandum dated February 13, 1991, Larry Reed,
Director of Planning and Building Services, stated that this is a
City-initiated General Plan Amendment to change the land use
designation from RMH (Residential Medium High) to CO-1
(Commercial Office) at the southwest corner of 8th Street and
Arrowhead Avenue and from RM (Residential Medium) to CO-1
(Commercial Office) at the northwest corner of 8th Street and
Arrowhead Avenue. Both sites are developed for administrative
and professional office uses. During the land use hearings for
the General Plan, the two sites were inadvertently designated for
multi-family uses. Under Title 19, Chapter 19.66 of the San
Bernardino Municipal Code, the existing office buildings and uses
are legal nonconforming.
Mayor Holcomb opened the hearing.
RES. 91-86 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
ADOPTING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT AND ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 90-16 TO
THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO. (44)
Council Member Minor made a motion,
Member Maudsley, and unanimously carried,
closed; and that said resolution be adopted.
seconded by Council
that the hearing be
Resolution No. 91-86 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Flores, Maudsley, Minor.
Nays: None. Absent: Council Members Pope-Ludlam, Miller.
PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE AMENDING URGENCY ORDINANCE-
SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 19.83.300 - TO
ALLOW HELIPADS IN THE IH - INDUSTRIAL HEAVY AND IE-
INDUSTRIAL EXTRACTIVE LAND USE DESIGNATIONS (45)
This is the time and place set for a public hearing to
consider the urgency ordinance amending San Bernardino Municipal
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Code Section 19.83.300 to allow helipads in the Industrial Heavy
and in the Industrial Extractive land use designations.
Mayor Holcomb opened the hearing.
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING THE
TABLE OF PERMISSIBLE USES, AS ADOPTED BY SECTION
19.83.300 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE, TO READ
AS ATTACHMENT A. (First) (45)
Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Minor, and unanimously carried, that the hearing be
closed; and that said ordinance be laid for final adoption.
APPEAL - LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENT FOR CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 90-51 - MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 19.56.120(A)
(5) - 5% INTERIOR LANDSCAPING OF THE PAVED PARKING AREA
(Continued from February 18, 1991) (46)
This is the time and place continued to for an appeal
regarding a landscaping requirement for Conditional Use Permit
No. 90-51, Municipal Code Section 19.56.120 (a) (5) which
requires five percent interior landscaping of the paved parking
area.
In a memorandum dated January 24, 1991, Larry Reed, Director
of Planning and Building Services, stated that the applicant,
Joanne Simmonds, is making an appeal to the Council under the
provisions of Chapter 2.64. The appeal concerns Municipal Code
Section 19.56.120 (A) (5), which requires five percent interior
landscaping of paved parking area. The applicant requested that
the Mayor and Council repeal this regulation and/or exempt
Conditional Use Permit No. 90-51 from the five percent lot
landscape requirement.
In a letter dated March 8, 1991, the applicant, Joanne
Simmonds, withdrew her appeal, stating that she and the City had
reached an agreement that would be satisfactory for both parties.
The agreement provides that the landscaping would be expanded in
the front of the building for a ten feet wide strip as per the
proposed site plan. The front northeast corner will be planted
in climate tolerant plants or landscape zero. The back parking
lot shall be landscaped as follows: the northeast corner of the
back lot shall be landscaped zero or climate tolerant low
maintenance plants. The south side shall be in honey-suckle vine
or an equivalent vining type plant.
Council Member Reilly made a motion, seconded by Council
Member Flores, and unanimously carried, that the hearing be
closed, that the appeal be denied; and that Conditional Use
Permit No. 90-51 be approved based upon the findings of fact and
subject to the conditions of approval and standard requirements
contained in the January 8, 1991 Planning Commission staff report
(Exhibit "D").
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ADJOURNMENT (47)
At 3:29 p.m., Mayor Holcomb adjourned the Adjourned Regular
Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council to 8:30 a.m., Monday,
March 18, 1991, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North
"D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
RACHEL KRASNEY
City Clerk
By:
vlanii1. (L/ llud~ltu
Sandra Medina, Deputy City Clerk
No. of Items: 69
No of Hours: 7 hrs.
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