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HomeMy WebLinkAboutR02-RDA Minutes ".~...". :) '-' "..' REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES REGULAR MEETING May 10, 1990 - 4:15 p.m. '- The meeting of the Redevelopment Committee was called to order by Committee Member Jess Flores at 4:15 p.m., in the Redevelopment Agency Conference Room, Fourth Floor, City Hall, 300 North "0" Street, San Bernardino. ROLL CALL Roll call was taken with the following members being present: Committee Member Jess Flores and Committee Member Michael Maudsley ABSENT: Chairwoman Esther Estrada. STAFF PRESENT ,- '- Robert J. Temple, Acting Executive Director, RDA; John Hoeger, Development Manager, RDA; Gary Wagoner, Project Manager, RDA; Susan M. Morales, Project Manager, RDA; Nancy Davison, Project Manager, RDA; John Wood, Senior Project Manager, RDA; Phil Arvizo, Executive Assistant to the Council; Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor; Larry Reed, Director of Planning & Building Services; Vince Bautista, Principal Planner, Planning & Building Services; Manuel Moreno, Jr., Director of Public Services; Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works; Dennis A. Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney; Henry Empeno, Jr., Deputy City Attorney; Fred Wilson, Assistant City Administrator; Margie Vance, Recording Secretary. OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE Richard Neal, from Portugal and Neal; Dave Porter, SBCVB; Francine A. Wixen; Tom Jacobson, Ms. Wixen's guest; Sam Henley, Director of Chamber of Commerce; Dan Stark, Director of SBCVB; Mark Edwards, Reid & Hellyer, SBACC; Pat Caffrey, La Quinta Inn; Phyllis Patterson, Renaissance Faire; Will Wood, Renaissance Faire; Jim Davis, Davis Camera Shop and Eugene Layer, S.B. Loan & Jewelry. 1. Convention Visitors Bureau (CVB). A discussion ensued. Mr. Dennis A. Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney, said that the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), had been discussed at the Ways and Means Committee in respect to the possibility of increasing the City's TOT Fee and said that since that possible increase is not within the powers of the Redevelopment Committee and since the proposal is to discuss different aspects of budgeting for the SBCVB, possibly relating to the TOT but not necessarily part of it, he advised the Committee Members to limit their discussions to the Agency's proposal to directly fund the SBCVB. ~,.. '- 1 May 10, 1990 ~_ 5154R " - --- <,"-- \".... -- "- 1'" ........ -..., -.I Mr. Dave Porter, Chairman of the Board for the San Bernardino Convention Visitor Center (SBCVB), said that his staff has prepared a draft budget proposal. He said that the budget consist of two portions, one being the proposed TOT 2% increase, and the other being the Redevelopment Agency grant of $125,000 per year for up to three years until the 2% TOT yields in excess of $400,000 per year. He assured the Committee that once the SBCVB establishes its budget, (wherein the budget will be dependant on what the SBCVB brings into town), it will not be necessary to request any further assistance from the City nor the Agency. A lengthy discussion ensued regarding the SBCVB's budget proposal. Ms. Phyllis Patterson, Rennaissance Faire Producer, expressed her appreciation to Mr. Dan Stark, Executive Director of the SBCVB for his efforts in attracting the Rennaissance Pleasure Faire to the Inland Empire. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended the item be forwarded to the Commission meeting of May 21, 1990 and that an Agreement be drafted to implement the requested fund based upon the outcome of the proposed 2% TOT increase. 2. Approval of an Owner's Participation Agreement (OPA) with Dwight Portugal and Rich Neal (PH). Mr. John Wood, Project Manager, said that staff proposes an Owner's Participation Agreement (OPAl with Dwight Portugal and Rich Neal (PN). He said that PN proposes to demolish old buildings on a five acre site on Redlands Boulevard, west of Waterman Avenue, and construct 51,372 SF of new retail buildings. He said that the existing buildings are mostly metal and contribute heavily to blight in the area. He explained that the Agency proposes to borrow $3,400,000 and loan $3,250,000 of these funds to PN, plus make a grant for offsites of up to $120,000. The additional $30,000 will cover costs for escrow, title, possible construction supervision, etc. This will require that the Commission grant budget authority for $3,400,000 in project costs. A lengthy discussion ensued. Committee Member Maudsley expressed concerns regarding the need to pre-lease the new facility, and the lack of verbiage in the Agreement regarding fire and earthquake insurance. Mr. Rich Neal gave a brief overview of the status of the relocation of his present tenants due to the proposed construction of a new structure. He assured the Committee that there will not be a problem leasing the new facility. 2 May 10, 1990 5154R - - - .f"'" ........ -'" -J " RECOMMENDATION '-- The Committee recommended the item be continued to the next Redevelopment Committee meeting to modify the staff report to include the percentage of space pre-leased prior to the construction of the facility and also that fire and earthquake insurance be part of the conditions of the Agreement. 6. Proposed Arden/Guthrie Project Area. The item was tabled. RECOMMENDATION No action, no recommendation. 10. Major Corridor Street Trees Design. There was no discussion. RECOMMENDATION It was recommended the item be continued to the next Redevelopment Committee meeting. ".-. ~ There was no discussion. 12. Central City South Overlay. RECOMMENDATION It was recommended that the item be continued to the next Redevelopment Committee meeting. 8. 101 North "I" Street. A discussion ensued Committee Member Flores expressed his concerns regarding the blighted conditions of the surrounding areas of the building. He directed staff to provide weed abatement, properly secure the building according to FHA standards and to clear the graffiti. He also requested that staff prepare a report outlining demolition fees and to bring the item back to the next redevelopment meeting. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended that the item be continued to the next Redevelopment Committee and that a report outlining demolition costs be included. Also, staff was instructed to provide weed abatement, to clean the graffiti and to board-up the building. - - 3 May 10, 1990 5154R .--- '- c r '- ~ -- --- -- '-' ""'" 'wi 3. Unreinforced Masonry Buildings Mr. Gary Wagoner, Project Manager said that on April 3, 1990, the Mayor and Common Council adopted Resolution No. 90-117 adopting procedures and time frames for implementing a mitigation program for unreinforced masonry buildings (URM's) as required by the Government Code. A public meeting was held on April 21, 1990 at which the possibility of the availability of Agency funds for doing the required mitigation work was raised. Staff has since spoken to several individuals regarding assistance and has informed property owners that any requests would be considered on a case by case basis. Mr. Larry Reed, Director of Building and Planning Department said that in a memorandum dated April 4, 1990 he outlined an incentive demolition program. He proceeded to give an overview of the same as follows: Waive cost of demolition permit and outmoded vacant buildings. years) . B. Develop a letter and brochure outlining the program. A. for owners who voluntarily remove old (Cost: $25,000) (vacant more than two C. Provide assistance of 50% or up to $1,000 for property owners willing to demolish buildings. (Cost: $100,000) (100 outmoded buildings x $1,000 = $100,000). D. Require building owners to provide evidence of a check for asbestos of any building scheduled for demolition. E. City is to reimburse the owner the cost of documenting historic structures scheduled for demolition. (Cost: $25,000). F. Establish a system to archive and retain plans and records of historic old and outmoded buildings. (Clerical assistance and supplies for a period of 6 months. (Cost: $10,400 staffing and $7,500 supplies and files - $17,900). G. Retain short-term (6 months) assistance of a Rehab Specialist for program coordination and inspections. (Cost: $20,800 staffing; vehicle 6 months at $300 for $1,800; and the $5,000 for office space, overhead and miscellaneous expenses, subtotal $27,600) A lengthy discussion ensued regarding the Agency's involvement in the Unreinforced Masonry Building (UMB) program. Mr. Temple said that staff was requesting the Committee's recommendations regarding the Agency's ability to make a financial commitment to assist the City in the implementation of the UMB Program. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended that a luncheon Workshop be scheduled for the Monday, May 21, 1990, Community Development Commission meeting for the purpose of further discussing this issue. 4 May 10, 1990 5154R .- '- r \- ",-.- - - ".. ," -~-, ...) -' 4. Allocation of Funds and Authorization to Notify Edison to Remove Tower, Northwest Corner of Kendall Drive and University Parkway. Mr. Temple said that Southern California Edison Company has a high voltage steel tower at the northeast corner of Kendall Drive and University Parkway. He said that the tower will have to be removed, in order to allow the widening to occur. He explained that the tower is about five feet from the edge of existing pavement, and that the future curb line traverses the tower. The widening of the four lanes is predicated upon receiving Federal-Aid from Urban Funds. A preliminary estimate of $100,000 has been provided by Edison to set a new tower. Mr. Temple said that in a staff report dated April 19, 1990 Mr. Roger Hardgrave recommended that $100,000 from State College Bond proceeds be allocated to finance the estimated cost of removing the tower. A lengthy discussion ensued regarding the ownership'of the affected parcel. It was suggested that the item be continued to the next meeting and to invite the Director of Public Works to attend the meeting to answer the Committee's questions. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended that the item be continued to the next Redevelopment Committee meeting and that Mr. Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works be invited to attend. 5. Contract Enterprise Zone Consultant. Mr. Temple said that the Agency desires to develop a coordinated comprehensive program for establishment of an Enterprise Zone under state legislation, which Enterprise Zone requires, among other things, a complete thorough and expertly prepared application. The Department of Commerce has announced that 15 new Enterprise Zones, throughout the State will be designated within the next two years, (8 will be designated between 1990/91 and seven the following Fiscal Year) staff recommends that Mr. Val Mahabir and Associates be hired to provide assistance in the completion of the application. A lengthy discussion ensued regarding Mr. Val Mahabir's qualifications and the need to hire a consultant to assist in the preparation of an Enterprise Zone application. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended that the item be forwarded to the Commission. 5 May 10, 1990 5154R - - ,r-. -- " ...,) 7. Reimbursement for Clean-Up for Christmas Program. '-- Mr.Temple said that the clean-up for Christmas program was conducted on December 9, 1989. He said that the Mayor and Common Council had previously approved the use of bond proceeds to fund the program and the total cost of the program is $71,539.35. In order to reimburse the City for the cost from the bond proceeds, it is necessary that a mutual benefit resolution be approved by the Mayor and Common Council and the Community Development Commission. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended that the item be forwarded to the Commission for approval. 9. Code Enforcement Agreement. Ms. Nancy Davison said that staff is requesting the Agency increase the level of code enforcement in redevelopment project areas from two officers to three officers who would handle existing assignments plus the new Mt. Vernon project area, plus an increased effort at preemptive enforcement in commercial and industrial areas. She said that the estimated cost for each officer would be $45,000 therefore, the Agency's contribution would be $135,000 for one year period. RECOMMENDATION ,.." ~ The Committee recommended the item be forwarded to the Commission for approva 1. 11. 40th Street Plan - Urban Design Studio. Mr. Vince Bautista stated that staff has prepared Request For Proposal (RFP) for a project proposal to complete a Corridor Plan along portions of two major arterials located in the northwest part of the City of San Bernardino. The plan is to provide a detailed program for the general upgrading of portions of Kendall Drive, 40th Street and Sierra Way to reverse the bli9hting influences in the area. A lengthy discussion ensued regarding the need to make findings for a benefit resolution as a source of funding the proposed Corridor plan. Mr. Temple said that staff will make findings for a benefit resolutions and will release the Request For Proposals seeking consultants to submit proposal for the preparation of a 40Th Street/Kendall Drive Corridor Plan for the City of San Bernardino. ,.... ......... 6 May 10, 1990 5154R r" '- r '- ",,..-.. '- - - - - - "..... '- . .~ . ..., Mr. Henry Empeno, Deputy City Attorney suggested that the following wording be added to the RFP as follows: "the funding for the project will come from RDA subject to the passage of a resolution." He suggested that Mr. Barlow, Agency Counsel review the proposed wording before releasing the RFP. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended that staff make findings for benefit resolutions and that the item be forwarded to the Commission. It was also suggested that Agency Counsel review the RFP before releasing it. CLOSED SESSION There were no closed session items to discussed. Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting of May 10, 1990 was adjourned at 6:30 p.m. 7 May 10, 1990 5154R