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KAYOR AIm CO~N COUlfCIL,
COMMlJlllITY DEVELOPMEIIT CotlMISSION AIm THE
JOIIIT POWERS FIlfA1IICING AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERlfARDINO
MINUTES
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
January 23, 1991
11:00 a.m.
The Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and the
Community Development Commission was called to order by Chairman W. R. Holcomb
at approximately 11:24 a.m., on Wednesday, January 23, 1991, in the Council
Chambers City Hall, located 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken with the following members present: Chairman W. R.
Holcomb; Commission Members Esther Estrada; Jess Flores; Michael Maudsley; Tom
Minor; Valerie Pope-Ludlam; Norine Miller. Absent: Commission Member Jack
Reilly.
STAFF PRESEIIT
Robert J. Temple, Acting Administrator, Economic Development Agency;
Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department; Dennis A.
Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney; Dean Gray, Director,
Telecommunications; Annie Ramos, Director, Parks, Recreation and Community
Services; John Hoeger, Manager, Development Division, Development
Department; Gary Wagoner, Project Manager, Development Department; Rachel
Krasney, City Clerk, and; Deborah Marez, Recording Secretary, Development
Department.
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE
Gene Wood, Wood-Husing and Associates; Tim Sabo, Special Counsel to the
Development Department; Bill Bartholemew, and; Milford Wayne Donaldson,
Historical Architect Consultant, Economic Research Associates.
PUBLIC COMMEIITS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
There were no public comments.
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1. JOII!IT POWERS FINAJIICIRG AUTHORITY
(Community Development Commission)
Commission Member Tom Minor made a motion, seconded by Commission
Member Miller, to continue the regular meeting of the Joint Powers Financing
Authority to Monday, February 18, 1991.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
2. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMEI!IT COMMISSION MINUTES
(Community Development Commission)
Commission Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Miller, that the Community Development Commission minutes dated December 17,
1990, be approved, as submitted in typewritten form.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
3. REDE\lELOPMEI!IT COMMITTEE MINUTES
(Comul1mity Development Commission)
Commission Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Miller, to receive and file the Redevelopment Committee minutes dated November
21, 1990 and December 13, 1990, respectively, as submitted in typewritten form.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
4. MT. VERNON CORRIDOR PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE MINUTES
(Community Development Commission)
Commission Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Miller, to receive and file the Mt. Vernon Corridor Project Area Committee
minutes dated September 18, 1990 and September 27, 1990, respectively, as
submitted in typewritten form.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
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RBSI!.:RATIOIf OF MT. VERIfOIf PAC ImmER - R. WADI BYARS. SR.
(Mayor and Co_on COlDlcil)
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller,
to accept, receive and file, with regret, the resignation of Mt. Vernon
Corridor Project Area Committee Member R. Wade Byars, Sr., and express the
Council's gratitude for his unselfish commitment to the betterment of the Mt.
Vernon Corridor Project Area.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Council Member Reilly.
Council Members
Noes: None.
6. S"AT.T. BUSIIfBSS WAIf BETWEIlIf CITY AIfD "Any BOUIPIIEIfT RElfTAL AIfD SALIS
(Mayor and CllIIIIlon COlDlcil)
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller,
approving an amendment to the loan agreement relative to the use of loan
proceeds by Ready Equipment Rental and Sales and transferring such proceeds
from the property located at 550 West 40th Street to 3669 North Sierra Way,
San Bernardino, for the financing of off-site, land and building improvements.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Council Member Reilly.
Council Members
Noes: None.
BIfD OF COIfSDT CALBIfDAR
7. PLATt BUILDING STAFF REPORT (continued from January 7, 1991)
(CllIIIIllDlity Development Co_ission)
Milford Wayne Donaldson, historical architect and consultant,
addressed the Commission and provided numerous reasons in support of
conducting a feasibility study. He stated that older buildings, particularly
those with historic potential, are difficult to restore and finding a
developer who would be willing to attempt this endeavor would be a difficult
task at best. He further stated that City officials will have to determine
the most feasible alternative with respect to saving the Platt Building
structure establishing adaptive re-use purposes, or demolishing the entire
building. Since the building is located in an ideal location, a conceptual
plan for the remaining block will have to be carefully developed which will
include the conducting of a feasibility study to obtain information regarding
the best approach for the City to take.
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Chairman Holcomb stated a number of developers have studied this issue
and have concluded it would be less cost efficient to the City to retrofit the
existing building than rebuilding the entire structure. It was also
determined at this time, that it would not be feasible to convert the building
into senior housing. Chairman Holcomb indicated that any qualified developer,
with appropriate financial backing, desiring to take on this project would be
allowed to virtually write their own ticket.
Commission Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Pope-Ludlam, authorizing Development Department staff to engage the services
of qualified consultants for the preparation of a feasibility study relative
to the restoration and adaptive re-use of the Platt Building.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
8. INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOND FEE (COMMUNITY HOSPITAL)
(Community Development Commission)
Chairman Holcomb informed the Commission that several cities in Orange
County are revitalizing their heritage by replanting orange groves within the
respective city limits. He indicated that considering the City of San
Bernardino was once the heart of the orange grove industry (the reason the
Orange Show was originally located here) we should preserve the heritage of
the City by replanting orange groves, especially given the fact that no
commercial groves currently exist. Chairman Holcomb proposed that the City
plant orange groves on property owned by the Water Department, which is
ideally located at the north end of Sterling, north of Foothill Drive. In
addition, he recommended that a feasibility study be conducted to determine
what portion of the one-hundred forty (140) acres is available for this
purpose. Chairman Holcomb further recommended the Commission approve the
appropriation of $10,000 from the Industrial Development Bond (IDB) fee to
finance the engineering study.
COMMISSION MEMBER ESTRADA WAS EXCUSED.
Chairman Holcomb stated he spoke to the Directors of the National
Orange Show and indicated their excitement, interest and support of the
proposed project. He further stated that, in his opinion, the National Orange
Show Board of Directors would be supportive of a joint venture, whereby the
City would provide the land and the National Orange Show would manage the site
and monitor preservation activities.
COMMISSION MEMBER ESTRADA RETURNED AT 11:36 A.M.
Commission Member Maudsley made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Pope-Ludlam, that $10,000 be appropriated from Industrial Development Bond
(IDB) fees for the purpose of financing the conducting of a feasibility study
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regarding the preservation of orange groves and development of one-hundred,
forty (140) acres of property owned by the San Bernardino Municipal Water
Department.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Mauds1ey; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
9. JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR HOUSING AIm ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIVISION
IlARAGERS
(Community Development Commission)
Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, stated the job descriptions
for the housing and administrative services division managers have been
prepared based upon the three (3) division organizational structure previously
approved by the Commission. He explained that the job descriptions for the
above-noted positions were prepared by utilizing job descriptions received
from other cities with similar positions and development operations similar to
the City of San Bernardino. He also explained that Mr. Timothy Sabo, Special
Counsel to the Development Department, in conjunction with staff's assistance,
prepared and finalized the job descriptions now being submitted for approval.
Commission Member Estrada requested clarification relative to previous
actions taken by the Commission concerning the organizational structure, job
descriptions and the conducting of salary surveys. Mr. Henderson reiterated
that the Commission previously approved job descriptions for the Agency
Administrator, Executive Director, Deputy Director and Senior Accountant
position, as well as authorizing the conducting of appropriate salary surveys.
Commission Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Minor, to approve the job descriptions for the Housing Division Manager and
Administrative Services Division Manager positions, as submitted, and
authorize the conducting of appropriate salary surveys for such positions.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Mauds1ey; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
10. GREATER LOS ARGELES WORLD TRADE ASSOCIATION
(Community Development Commission)
Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, stated that Michael K1esh,
Staff Vice President for the Greater Los Angeles World Trade Association, met
with Robert Temple, Acting Administrator of the Economic Development Agency,
to discuss the possibility of becoming a corporate member in the World Trade
Center Association. A formal and detailed presentation of the benefits of
membership was previously provided to the Mayor and Councilmen
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Flores and Maudsley in which it was indicated that, in addition to corporate
membership, a number of different types of services are available to the
Commission, designated staff persons, Agency Administrator and the Executive
Director. There are a total of twenty (20) membership services such as
international reciprocity and travel discounts. Other special privileges
include: (i) educational programs at membership prices; (ii) articles
promoting the City in Tradelinks (the quarterly newsletter), and; (iii) VIP
invitations to special functions, and other related services.
Mr. Henderson pointed out that the City should begin developing a
marketing plan relative to Norton Air Force Base reuse negotiations,
indicating the membership could be advantageous for preparation for an
International Trade Center. A recommendation was made authorizing the
Executive Director to execute the appropriate application and approving the
issuance of a check in the amount of $5,000 made payable to the Greater Los
Angeles World Trade Association.
Commission Member Flores made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Maudsley, to approve the corporate membership application to Greater Los
Angeles World Trade Association on behalf of the City of San Bernardino and,
further that the Executive Director of the Development Department be
authorized to process payment for said membership.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
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HOUSING SERVICES CONSULTANT AGI1nMF.\IIT
(Community Development Commission)
Mr. Henderson said that HomeAid, Inc., previously submitted an
agreement, which was forwarded to Dennis Barlow, agency counsel for his review
and comments. Based upon discussion at the Redevelopment Committee meeting,
certain changes were recommended including the prioritization of various
projects and the delineation of specific goals and objectives to be
accomplished by the end of the agreement. In addition, the method relative to
payment of services was changed to reflect payment would be made after such
services are rendered. The agreement includes provisions for at least one
Single Room Occupancy (SRO) project, with the primary purpose of the agreement
being to develop a plan that would allow the City to completely leverage its
Twenty Percent (20%) Set-Aside Housing Program funds, the existing
unencumbered funds, plus, generation of cash flow anticipated over the next
five (5) to ten (10) years. Secondly, a study of various private and public
financial resources will be conducted and included in the agreement. In
addition, a study of the department's available land and possible land
acquisitions land that could be for future development of low and moderate
income housing projects, will also be conducted.
COMMISSION MEMBER ESTRADA LEFT THE COMMISSION MEETING AT 11:44 A.M.
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Commission Member Minor stated that at the time Ms. Lenthall made the
presentation, the price of the agreement was estimated between $45,000 to
$50,000 and requested clarification as to the increase in the contract amount
to $98,600. Mr. Henderson explained that the cost of the agreement was
increased to accommodate the costs associated with the expanded scope of
services. Lengthy discussion ensued regarding the expanded scope of services
and the additional funds necessary to accomplish same.
COMMISSION MEMBER ESTRADA RETURNED AT 11:49 A.M.
The Commission expressed concern that the agreement did not focus on
the Single Room Occupancy (SRO) aspect in more detail. Chairman Holcomb
explained that the SRO project is not the major component of the agreement,
but focuses more on the development of a comprehensive plan for the purpose of
determining the best way to utilize funds relative to the elimination of slum
and blight in that area and the generation of tax revenue. He said that Ms.
Lenthall has been asked to devise a comprehensive approach utilizing Twenty
Percent (20%) Set Aside funds which will include various components such as
(i) the provision of affordable housing; (ii) leveraging the use of the money
to create additional assets and resources for the City; (iii) elimination of
slum and blight, which can be accomplished through the affordable housing
approach, and; (iv) the generation of tax revenue through the development of
new housing. Furthermore, he stated that HomeAid's services will also include
(i) the development of an operational plan of action; (ii) assisting with the
implementation of same, and; (iii) the training of employees for a hands-on
management approach to specific problems.
-Commission Member Maudsley questioned the role of HomeAid, its scope of
services and the salary and scope of services of the housing consultant
currently retained by the City. Mr. Henderson explained that the housing
consultant is retained on an "as needed" basis, although a recent action taken
by the Commission extended the contract at no additional cost. He stated the
housing consultant's contract averages between $25,000 - $30,000 annually.
Chairman Holcomb added that the housing consultant's scope of services
differed significantly than that of HomeAid, Inc., and recommended that, at
some point in time, our current housing consultant's scope of services could
be incorporated into the scope of services to be provided by HomeAid, Inc.
Commission Member Maudsley indicated he was uncomfortable with an open
ended agreement for $100,000 and stated that, in his opinion, the City could
accomplish the same goals utilizing City employees. He further stated a
Request for Proposals (RFP) process should have been initiated in order to
obtain the most qualified consultant given the amount of the contract.
Lengthy discussion ensued regarding utilizing HomeAid staff, as opposed to
City staff and other consultants available in the community.
Commission Member Miller stated she was impressed with Ms. Lenthall's
reputation and qualifications and requested the support of her colleagues.
COMMISSION MEMBER ESTRADA LEFT THE MEETING AT 12:08 P.M.
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COIRISSIOII MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM LEFT TIlE IlEETIIIG AT 12:08 P.M.
Chairman Holcomb said that Ms. Lentha11's background and expertise in
expanding overall housing resources in the community is known both nationally
and internationally. She has extensive baCkground in private and public
sector housing and has won the Ford Foundation Award for one of the most
innovative housing programs developed in the United States relative to her
success in San Diego.
COfWnSSIOII MEMBER ESTRADA RETUJl1IIED AT 12: 09 P.M.
Chairman Holcomb reiterated that this is a conceptual plan, but that a
specific plan will be developed result based upon the results of the study to
be conducted by HomeAid. He assured the Commission that the plan would have a
major impact on the elimination of slum and blight in the downtown and
Arden/Guthrie areas.
COfWnSSIOII MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM RETlJRIIED AT 12:12 P.M.
Commission Member Estrada was concerned that the plan was not clearly
delineated and indicated that the appropriation of Twenty Percent (20%) Set
Aside funds to assist in accompliShing specific goals should be included in
the plan.
Commission Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Estrada, approving the agreement for housing consultant services between the
Commission and HomeAid, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $98,600.00.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission Members
Estrada; Flores; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. Noes: Commission Member
Mauds1ey. Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
12. COIISULTAIIT AGRftMRlIT FOR SAIl BBRllARDIIIOIIIILAIID EMPIRE TRT.RVTSIOII IIBWS
OPERATIOII
(Mayor and COlmon Council)
Mayor Holcomb stated he noticed that today's issue of the local
newspaper covered a great number of items relating to the County, but observed
only one article was published relative to City matters. He further stated it
is important the public be kept apprised of City events and recommended a
procedure be established to assist in keeping citizens informed. The
Commission/Council was commended for the telecasting of its meetings which
provide the public with first-hand information and facts and offset
editorial-type journalism. Mayor Holcomb said he is in favor of a nightly
newscast for the Inland Empire and proposed a feasibility study be conducted
to determine (i) public support of such a program; (ii) development of an
outline for an operational plan, and; (iii) costs associated with
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appropriate equipment and operational expenses. It was noted no funds will be
appropriated from the General Fund, since the financial resource proposed to
be utilized is surplus residual housing money made available when the
collateralized mortgage obligations were sold. A budget of approximately
$600,000 a year has been appropriated by Congress to spend on local television
derived from franchise fees paid by cable companies. Mayor Holcomb stated
that he believes the studio could eventually be entirely self-supporting
through sponsorships.
MAYOR HOLCOMB LEFT TIlE IlEETHIG AT 12:21 A.M.
Dean Gray, Director of Telecommunications, reported that a recent
survey reflected sixty-eight (68%) of viewers would like nightly news made
available in San Bernardino. KVCR has approved in concept a news microwave
system which would provide both broadcast and narrowcast of nightly news
throughout the Inland Empire, reaching approximately 409,000 cable homes in
addition to its one million (plus) broadcast viewership in various
communities. In order to establish San Bernardino as the media center of the
Inland Empire, a feasibility study will need to be conducted and an operations
plan developed in order to entice potential financial support. This document
could provide options that would allow the City to generate revenue by leasing
production facilities and staff services to independent news production
companies. He recommended retaining the services of Creative Communications
Associates to act as the impetus to generate interest and funding for the
provision of local nightly news programming and stated this would also be an
opportunity to enter into a cooperative project involving governmental and
educational institutions and private industry.
MAYOR HOLCOMB REl'lIIlRED AT 12:22 A.M.
Bill Bartholomew, an independent marketing consultant, reported that a
meeting was recently conducted in which funding sources, type of news, and
credibility and currency of news issues were discussed. He said the
Associated Press, which is based in Los Angeles and Orange County, does not
report on Inland Empire news unless it is significant in nature and that
adequate media coverage for this area is lacking in spite of the fact that two
(2) and one half million people reside in Riverside and San Bernardino
counties. He further said that, at present, only two newspapers of general
circulation exist in the San Bernardino/Riverside Area, the Sun and the Press
Enterprise. He indicated that, based upon marketing research, several options
are available to fund the television news operation, such as (i) governmental
grants; (ii) the National Endowment of the Arts and Gannet Foundation; (iii)
state assistance for the purpose of encouraging public information based upon
qualifications; (iv) regional and local corporate funds which include
newspapers, public and private utilities, banks, cable systems, and cable
subscribers, and; (v) sale of commercial time slots.
Council Member Miller asked Mr. Bartholomew if he was affiliated with
Creative Communications Associates (CCA). Mr. Bartholomew said he did not
work for Creative Communications, but invited CCA to participate as a part of
the team in view of their technical expertise and news background.
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Council Member Flores agreed with the concept, but was concerned that
additional funds may be requested upon completion of the study. The Mayor
restated that no General Fund monies would be appropriated for this project
and suggested utilizing franchise fees, funds appropriated by Congress for
local programs and/or redevelopment funds. The Mayor indicated he envisions a
much more efficient studio than that of the studio located at Operation Second
Chance facility with its limited capabilities and suggested relocating the
studio to the first floor of the City Hall Annex. He said the television
studio could be a valuable marketing tool in assisting the City's downtown
revitalization efforts and indicated the City Hall Annex could accommodate a
studio audience of two-hundred (200) to three-hundred (300) people. In
addition, better possibilities could exist relative to leasing the two (2)
vacant restaurants with the relocation of this facility as an inducement.
Dean Gray reported that Telecommunications staff could be made
available to assist the entity assigned to the task of assembling and
producing the news and stated that, in his opinion, this could be a potential
profit-making venture for the City to undertake. He stated that as far as the
existing facility is concerned, the main drawback is the inability to do a
live production from said facility and commented that a great deal of work
has been invested to devise an elaborate dissemination mechanism for potential
newscasts. The source of funds and dissemination tools to be implemented are
the two (2) primary issues to be resolved.
Council Member Minor asked if additional staff would be required by
Telecommunications based upon the proposed news venture. Mr. Gray stated the
necessity of additional staff is anticipated and noted that this will be
incorporated in the proposal. He further stated that any additional staff
salaries incurred will be paid by other funding sources.
Council Member Minor indicated his concern relative to the separation
of governmental issues and specific news features and questioned the potential
for conflicts of interest. Mr. Gray said the City would not have editorial
control over news features, but would simply furnish. the facility and
production staff while the television news operation supplied the recording
staff and news anchors. The City will be paid for any provisions made in
relation to the production.
Mr. Bartholomew stated the editorial staff will be hired by a
non-profit corporation and will be responsible for news content. As such,
these individuals will not be employees of the City, but employees of the
non-profit organization that did the initial recruiting and hiring.
Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council Member
Pope-Ludlam, that the agreement between the City and Creative Communications
be approved in an amount not to exceed $56,000, for the purpose of conducting
a feasibility study and developing an operations plan for a San Bernardino/
Inland Empire Television News Operation.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members
Estrada; Flores; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. Noes: Maudsley. Abstain:
None. Absent: Reilly.
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CLOSED SESSION
There were no Commission issues to be discussed in Closed Session.
14. ADJOUlllllMENT
Commission Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Pope-Ludlam, that the meeting of the Community Development Commission be
adjourned to Monday, February 4, 1991, at 11:00 a.m., in the Council
Chambers, City Hall, located at 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino,
California.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Reilly.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
Respectfully Submitted,
U1IIl'US'rH J. HEBDERSON.
EXecutive Directorl
Secretary to the Commission
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ClMmNITY DEVELOPMEIrr COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERlWlDINO
MINUTES
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February 4. 1991
11:00 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and the Community
Development Commission was called to order by Mayor/Chairperson Pro Tempore
Esther Estrada at approximately 11:08 a.m., on Monday, February 4, 1991, in
the Council Chambers of City Hall, located at 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino. California.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken with the following members present: Commission
Members Esther Estrada; Jack Reilly; Michael Maudsley; Tom Minor; Valerie
Pope-Ludlam; Norine Miller. Absent: Chairman W. R. Holcomb; Commission
Member Jess Flores.
STAFF PRESEl'IT
Timothy C. Steinhaus, Administrator, Economic Development Agency;
Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department; Dennis A.
Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney; Shauna Edwins, City Administrator;
Rachel Krasney. City Clerk, and; Deborah Marez, Recording Secretary,
Development Department.
PUBLIC COMMEl'ITS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
There were no public comments.
1. COPlmNITY DEVELOPMEIrr COMMISSION MIBlITES
(Community Development Commission)
Commission Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Commission
Member Miller, that the Community Development Commission minutes dated January
7, 1991 and January 14. 1991, respectively, be approved as submitted in
typewritten form.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Reilly; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Flores.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
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2 . REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MIBllTES
(Community Development Commission)
Commission Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Commission
Member Miller, to receive and file the Redevelopment Committee minutes dated
December 27, 1991, as submitted in typewritten form.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Reilly; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Flores.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
3. RASEMEl'IT WIDENING WATERIWr AVEImE
(Community Development Commission)
Commission Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Commission
Member Miller, authorizing the Chairman and Secretary of the Community
Development Commission to execute an easement for street and highway purposes
to the City of San Bernardino for the east 7.5 feet of Parcel Number "9" of
Parcel Map Number 7140, as per plat recorded in Book Number "69" of Parcel
Maps, pages numbered "I" and "2", in the Office of the County Recorder.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Reilly; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Flores.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
E1Q) OF COBSERT CALEImAR
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DEMOLITIOB BID OF COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES LOCATED AT 798 ABD 772 WEST
FOlJRTII STRKRT ABD 421 ABD 447 BORTH "a" STRKKT. SAlI BERBARDIBO.
CALIFORNIA
(Community Development Commission)
Commission Member Reilly made a motion, seconded
Minor, approving the awarding of the bid for demolition
of buildings located at 798, 772 West Fourth Street and
Street, respectively, to Charles Gann Contractors, and
Executive Director to execute the agreement.
by Commission Member
and asbestos surveys
421, 447 North "U"
authorizing the
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission Members
Estrada; Reilly; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. Noes: None. Abstain:
Commission Member Maudsley. Absent: Commission Member Flores.
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5. FISCAL YEAR 1991 1992 COMMlJl{[TY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRABT PROGRAM MIX
(Mayor and CODIIon Council)
Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department,
informed the Council that official notification relative to the Fiscal Year
(FY) 1991-1992 CDBG appropriation has been received from the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which indicated our grant amount is
approximately $1,862,000. Mr. Henderson stated that HUD previously withheld
approximately one percent (1%) of the FY 1990/1991 appropriation in an attempt
to leverage certain UDAG funds not utilized and that these funds have since
been received and reallocated, as appropriate. The City of San Bernardino has
been informed that it will be receiving an additional $16,000 for FY
1991-1992, increasing the upcoming year's CDBG amount to $1,878,000. As such,
the Mayor and Common Council will need to decide if the $16,000 should be
included in the FY 1991/1992 CDBG allocation or be added to the current fiscal
year's amount. Mr. Henderson recommended the additional funding be included
in the CDBG allocation for FY 1991/1992 and stated, if the staff
recommendation is approved, the Council will need to determine what
modifications to the Program Mix will be required relative to the allocation
of these funds.
Council Member Estrada requested additional time to review the
information prior to recommending the deposition of funds and asked Mr.
Henderson what, if any, restrictions apply governing the allocation of same.
Mr. Henderson replied that the choices for the allocation of these funds are
limited to the Administration and Public Services categories. Council Member
Estrada recommended this item be referred to the Redevelopment Committee for
its review and recommendation.
Mr. Henderson indicated that any modifications made to the Program Mix
will need to be incorporated into the Public Notice notifying the community of
CDBG proposal solicitation.
Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Reilly,
that this item be referred to the Redevelopment Committee for its review,
consideration and recommendation, as appropriate.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Reilly; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Council Member Flores.
Council Members
Noes: None.
6. RENOVATION OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF 5TH AND "D" STREETS
(Community Development Commission)
Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, said the property in question
is the proposed site for the Police Department expansion and that renovation
of same is estimated at $42,805, as determined by the Director of Facilities
Management. He stated this item was placed on the agenda at the direction of
Chairman Holcomb for the purpose of requesting the Commission to consider the
possibility of utilizing tax allocation bond proceeds to finance costs
associated with the proposed improvements. As a matter of record, the
Commission was informed there is approximately $21,000,000 in tax allocation
bond proceeds presently available.
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Commission Member Minor inquired as to which divisions of the Police
Department are being considered for relocation to the new site. Mr. Henderson
said the Police Chief has indicated a portion of and/or all of the vice and
narcotics divisions are scheduled to be relocated to that particular site, as
well as the relocation of all patrol vehicles.
Commission Member Minor expressed concerns regarding, (i) insufficient
space available to accommodate personnel; (ii) parking problems, and; (iii)
potential security risks resulting from the periodic storage of narcotics and
funds on the premises. He indicated a foolproof security plan needs to be in
place and that the Police Department be prepared to implement the plan if
renovation funds are allocated.
Commission Member Miller stated she had concerns relative to
relocating the Police Department at this time and recommended the issue be
referred to the Redevelopment Committee for further review and consideration.
Commission Member Estrada seconded the motion (motion died on the floor).
For information purposes only, Mr. Henderson indicated that Chairman
Holcomb believes the relocation of police services to that structure is
feasible based upon his conversations with Mr. Overstreet and information
previously submitted. In addition, since the Commission previously approved
the acquisition of the site, Chairman Holcomb stated the request to approve
the use of tax allocation bond proceeds to finance the cost of renovation
could be brought forward to the Commission, rather than be submitted to the
Redevelopment Committee.
Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, reported that
determination and prepartion of alternative sites for the relocation of the
Police Department could take approximately two (2) to four (4) years to
. accomplish; however, if the proposed site is utilized, all that would be
required to be accomplished is the preparation and completion of the necessary
improvements. Mr. Overstreet and Police Department ataff have developed a
tentative renovation plan for the Fifth and "D" Streets' property that
includes additional office space (if it does not prove feasible to relocate
the entire police department) in order to accommodate other City entities if
the need arises.
Commission Member Maudsley inquired as to the financing of computer and
telephone systems costs, since it is not reflected in the report. Mr.
Henderson stated that, at the meeting conducted with Robert Temple and Chief
Robbins, Chief Robbins voiced a number of different concerns relative to those
issues since, at that time it had not yet been determined if tax allocation
bond proceeds could be used to finance renovation costs. Chief Robbins also
indicated that asset, forfeiture and seizure funds could be used for
non-recurring costs, as well as financing the renovation, although these funds
could not be utilized for the ongoing maintenance of these systems.
Commission Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Commission
Member Reilly, that this item be continued to the afternoon session.
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The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Reilly; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Flores.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
7. CITY BALL ADEX - STAruS OF VKT'oCATIOR
(Coanunity Deve10plllent Co_ission)
Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, explained this item was
placed on the agenda at the request of the Redevelopment Committee primarily
to discuss the proposed relocation of the San Bernardino/Inland Empire
Television News Studio to the first floor of the City Hall Annex and that
Commission Members requested a workshop be scheduled to further review this
issue in more detail. He stated the staff report was originally developed
based upon the plan of scheduled events submitted by Mr. Overstreet relative
to the renovation of the City Hall Annex; however, the plan has since been
revised and is presently on schedule. In addition to the information
contained in the revised plan, an accelerated construction schedule totalling
approximately $11,000, (which would expedite the completion of the renovation
by thirty (30) days) was included. Mr. Henderson further stated the
accelerated construction schedule would allow the relocation to take place
around March IS, 1991 and is currently undergoing staff review and, upon
completion of said review, the appropriate recommendation will be developed
and submitted for Commission consideration and action, as appropriate.
Commission Member Estrada suggested arranging a tour of the facility in
order to provide additional clarification relative to all the steps necessary
to complete the renovation of the City Hall Annex for the subsequent
relocation of the Economic Development Agency and the Development Department.
Commission Member Reilly made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Pope-Ludlam, to receive and file the attached progress report pertaining to
the City Hall Annex renovation and approving the scheduling of a workshop and
tour of the facility on Wednesday, February 6, 1991.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Reilly; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Flores.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
8. ADJOURllf TO CLOSED SESSIOR
As a matter of public disclosure, the following was read into the
record by Mayor Pro Tempore Esther Estrada:
On January 28, 1991, the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission, in Closed Session, took actions approving
and adopting the Development Department organizational and
staffing plan which, when completed and in conjunction with
other procedural actions, will complete the consolidation of the
Community Development Department and Redevelopment Agency.
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Commission/Development Department adjourned to Closed Session at 11:29 a.m.,
to consider personnel matters pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.
MEETING RECOBVDED
At 12:13 p.m., the meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and the
Community Development Commission was called to order by Mayor Pro Tempore
Estrada.
ROLL CAT.T.
Roll call was taken with the following being present: Commission
Members Esther Estrada; Jack Reilly; Michael Maudsley; Tom Minor; Valerie
Pope-Ludlam; Norine Miller. Absent: Chairman W. R. Holcomb; Commission
Member Jess Flores.
STAFF PRESEllT
Timothy C. Steinhaus, Administrator, Economic Development Agency;
Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department; John Hoeger,
Manager, Development Division; Dennis Barlow, Senior Assistant City AttorneYl
Shauna Edwins, City Administrator; Rachel Krasney, City Clerk; Deborah Mare~,
Recording Secretary, Development Department.
7.
PHASE "I" OF THE EXPANSION OF PIONEER ~I~aY (Item listed on the
Mayor and Common Council Agenda)
(Mayor and Co_on Council)
and
(Co_unity Development Co_ission)
MOTION:
That the transfer of the amount of $102,177, to account number
244-364-57675, appropriated from tax allocation bond proceeds for
the Central City East Redevelopment Project Area, "Acquisition of
Land and Improvements for Expansion of Pioneer Cemetery," be
approved, and that the Director of Public Works/City Engineer be
authori~ed to prepare the plans, specifications, and appropriate
estimates for construction of Phase "I" located at the northwest
corner of Waterman Avenue and Seventh Street.
Dennis Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney, reminded the
Commission/Council that staff and Agency counsel need to be instructed to
prepare the appropriate mutual benefit resolutions.
Commission/Council Member Minor inquired as to the position of the City
relative to the sale of the cemetery if this motion is approved. Shauna
Edwins responded that approval of the motion would result in increasing the
si~e of the parcel to be sold. She further indicated that, at present, the
cemetery has no additional space to accommodate its needs, which hinders
marketing of the property whereas, if potential room for growth existed,
(which would generate future revenue) then it would be more marketable.
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Commission/Council Member Mauds1ey indicated that, in his opinion, the
staff report did not provide adequate information, as it was his impression
the property was going to be used for commercial development. He suggested
that it might be more appropriate for the cemetery operation to cover this
expense, rather than utilizing tax allocation bond proceeds. He expressed his
apprehension relative to the City subsidizing grave sites, placing the City in
competition with private enterprise and requested additional information and
clarification regarding, (i) total acreage of the additional land; (ii) size
of the parcel; (iii) the composition of the overall plan for the cemetery
expansion, and; (iv) purpose(s) of the expansion.
Commission/Council Member Estrada also requested information pertaining
to future tax increment projections for this parcel versus opportunity costs.
Shauna Edwins explained that initially this parcel was targeted for the
expansion of the Park, but would have yielded no tax increment or property tax
revenue. Commission/Council Member Estrada stated that information, in terms
of potential future economics of that area, will require serious consideration
to allow the Commission/Council to determine the best possible solution.
Commission/Council Member Mauds1ey made a motion, seconded by
Commission/Council Member Minor, that the matter be postponed for thirty (30)
days in order to provide Mr. Roger Hardgrave and Mr. Dan Ustation the
opportunity to determine and fully apprise the Commission/Council of the
intentions of Pioneer Cemetery.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission/Council
Members Estrada; Reilly; Mauds1ey; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. Noes: None.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission/Council Members Flores.
6. JlElIIOVATIOlll OF TIIB 1II0RTHWEST CORNER OF 5TH AllIn "D" STI!R1!'I'!;
(CODIIUIlity Development Colllllisslon)
Commission Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Estrada, that this item be continued to the afternoon session.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Reilly; Mauds1ey; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Flores.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
RECESSED MEETING
At 12:19 p.m., the meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and
Community Development Commission/Development Department recessed to 2:00 p.m.
for lunch.
MEETING RECOBVElllED
At 2:01 p.m., the meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission was called to order by Chairman W.R. Holcomb.
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Roll call was taken with the following being present: Commission
Members Esther Estrada; Jack Reilly; Jess Flores; Michael Maudsley; Tom Minor;
Valerie Pope-Ludlam. Absent: Commission Member Norine Miller.
STAFF PRESEl'lT
James F. Penman, City Attorney; Larry E. Reed, Director of Planning and
Building Services; Shauna Edwins, City Administrator; Rachel Krasney, City
Clerk; and Deborah Marez, Recording Secretary, Development Department.
6. RElIOVATION OF THE NORTHWEST COI!IIRR OF 5TH AND "D" S'I"I!1!1!"I"S
(C~ity Developlllent C~iss1on)
Commission Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Estrada, authorizing the Development Department to expend tax allocation bond
proceeds in the amount of $42,805 for the purpose of renovating the property
located at the northwest corner of 5th and "D" Streets for future use by the
City of San Bernardino Police Department.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Reilly; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Miller.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
13.
ADJOlJRRMEl'lT
Commission Member Flores made a motion, seconded by Commission Member
Reilly, that the meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission be adjourned to Monday, February 18, 1990, at 11:00
a.m., in the Council Chambers, City Hall, located at 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Estrada; Reilly; Flores; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam.
Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Member Miller.
Commission Members
Noes: None.
Respectfully Submitted,
DIIIIETII J. HDDERSON,
Executive Directorl
Secretary to the Commission
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