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HomeMy WebLinkAboutR01-Economic Development Agnecy o o o o o MAYOIl AID COIBllf COll1lCIL, Cm..,.~TY DBVBLOl'IIIIIr COIlMISSIOlf AID TIIB JOIft POWUS FmAlICIBG ADTBOIlITY OF TIIB CITY OF Sd BDlWIDIIIO MIlfUTBS JOIft RBGOJ..n MlBTIRG May 18, 1992 11:00 a.a. The Joint Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council, the Community Development Commission and the Joint Powers Financing Authority, was called to order by Chairman W. R. Holcomb, at approximately 11:25 a.m., on Monday, May 18, 1992, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. ROLL CALL Roll call was taken with the following members present: Chairman W. R. Holcomb; Commission Members Jack Reilly; Ralph Hernandez; Michael Maudsley; Tom Minor. Absent: Commission Members Esther Estrada (late); Valerie Pope-Ludlam (late); and Norine Miller (late). STAFF PRBSEft Timothy C. Steinhaus, Administrator, Economic Development Agency; Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department; James Penman, City Attorney; Dennis Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney; Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor; Phil Arvizo, Executive Assistant to the Council; Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works; Rachel Krasney, City Clerk; Melanie Vale, Deputy City Clerk; and La Vonda Pearson, Acting Recording Secretary, Development Department. OTIIBRS Ilf ATTDDAlfCl Dr. Richard Hart, Dean, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University; Ms. Rosemary Archer, representative for Games for Fun; Luis Monteagudo, The Sun Newspaper. PUBLIC COMMBlfTS Olf ITEMS !lOT Olf TIIB AGDDA COlfSEft CALBlIIlAIl Commission Member Minor asked that item number "5" be'-removed from the consent calendar. JOIft RBGOJ..n MEBTIBG lmp:2230B - 1 - COIlUSSIOlf MIlmTBS MAY 18, 1992 J o o o o o Commission Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Minor, that the Consent Calendar items numbered "I" through "12" be adopted, except for item number "5", respectively. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission Members Reilly; Hernandez; Maudsley; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. 1. JOlft POWERS n_a_cnm AIITIIOIlITY (Cn.....fty DevelnlWtlMlt CnMllli.sion) Commission Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Minor that the Regular Meeting of the Joint Powers Financing Authority be continued to Monday, June 15, 1992. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission Members Reilly; Hernandez; Maudsley; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. 2. COMIKITY DKVBLOPMDT COIMISSIOB MIInlTES (Communitv Deve10nBPnt Commission) Commission Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Minor that the minutes of the Community Development Commission of the City of San Bernardino dated May 4, 1992 be approved and adopted as submitted in typewritten form. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission Members Reilly: Hernandez: Maudsley: Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Members Estrada: Pope-Ludlam: Miller. 3. FEDCO ulmlliCaPll!IG ABD 0TIIKIl IMPROVEMll1rrS (C_ftv DevelonBent Commission) Commission Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Minor to approve landscape improvements in the amount of $53,125 to the FEDCO property and surrounding area. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission Members Reilly: Hernandez; Maudsley: Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Members Estrada: Pope-Ludlam: Miller. JOIBT REGULAR MEBrII!lG bap:2230B -2- COIMISSIOB MIInlTES MAY 18, 1992 I o o o _....._ ___...__n__~__._'_. _..__._._--_.__..~"'_._.~,. o o 4. DISPOSITION OF Acx.cy PROPERTY (Co_itv Deve10lllllent COllldssion) Commission Member Hernandez msde a motion, seconded by Commission Member Minor to approve the attached list of Agency property as being excess to the Agency and approve of the disposition as indicated. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission Members Reilly; Hernandez; Mauds1ey; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. 6. SETTIlIG OF DAft AIm TIllE CRR'I'UW FOR FY 1992/1993 CDBG PUBLIC RRARIIIC (Mavor And CftMMftft Couneil) Councilman Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Councilman Minor that June 1, 1992 at 3:00 p.m., be established as the date and time certain for the FY 1992/1993 COBS Public Hearing for consideration of various proposals requesting COBS financial assistance for the period beginning July 1, 1992 and ending June 30, 1993. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Reilly; Hernandez; Msuds1ey; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Council Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. 7. SECURITY LIGHTS FOR DKJ.MARII HEIGHTS COMImIIITY CEllTER (Mavor Rnd C~ Council) Councilman Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Councilman Minor that the plans for installation of Security lights for the Delmann Heights Community Center, in accordance with Plan No. 8721, be approved; and the Director of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized to advertise for bids. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Reilly; Hernandez; Mauds1ey; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Council Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. 8. IlnARILITATION OF MILL AIm II'RIIRAIlmR?: COBIIIITY CEllTERS (Mavor _d en_ Council) Councilman Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Councilman Minor that the plans for repair of the roofs for the Mill and Hernandez Community Centers, and replacement of the air fan evaporative coolers with air-conditioning units, for the Hernandez Community Center, in accordance with Plan No. 8689, be approved; and the Director of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized to advertise for bids. JOINT IlEGOLAR MEETIlIG lmp:2230B - 3 - CO*ISSION IIIlIUTBS MAY 18, 1992 J o o o o o The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Reilly; Hernandez; Maudsley; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Council Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. 9. R1!'I'IIT._ BOUSB PRO.JBCT (Mavor ..... C- Council) Councilman Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Councilman Minor that the following resolution be approved and adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 92-170 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND THE BETHLEHEM HOUSE PROJECTS, INC. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Reilly; Hernandez; Maudsley; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Council Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. 10. EASTER S"RAT. SOCIETY (Mavor .'IId r.~ Conn,.II \ Councilman Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Councilman Minor that the following resolution be approved and adopted: RESOLUTION NO: 92-171 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND THE EASTER SEAL SOCIETY. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Reilly; Hernandez; Maudsley; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Council Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. 11. "K" STR~ SEWER LIRE ~~nSIOKS (Mavor ~n" c- Council) Councilman Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Councilman Minor to approve the use of CDBG Appropriated Reserve Account Funds in the amount of $49,000 for the construction of two (2) sewer line extensions on "K" Street, between Lytle Creek Flood Control Channel and Rialto Avenue. Jour REGULAR IIBBl'IIIG lmp:2230B -4- COfRISSION MINUTES MAY 18, 1992 . } o o o o o The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Reilly; Hernandez; Maudsley; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Council Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. 12. LUcn FARMS IlIC. EMPLODIEII'I' LI1II!'&CR ACll1!1l:1'Ul1IT (c..........tv Dnelollment: Cn-"ssian) Commission Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Minor to approve the execution of an Employment Linkage Agreement with Lucky Farms, Inc., and an increase in the Development Department budget of $15,000.00. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission Members Reilly; Hernandez; Maudsley; Minor. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Members Estrada; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. COIMISSIOK MEMBBR POPE-LDDLAII ARRIVED A'l 11:27 A.M. 5. POLICE COMMllllITY SERVICE OFFICE A'l WEST SIDE PUZio SHOPPING CEllTJI/t (Mavor and CnMMnft Council) Councilman Minor expressed concern over the number of CSO Facilities located in Ward 6. Kenneth J. Henderaon, Executive Director, Development Department, stated the old CSO Facility in Ward 6 at 10th and Medical Center Drive was relocating to the West Side Shopping Center. COUlICILWOIWI ESTRADA ARRIVED A'l 11:28 A.M. Councilwoman Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Councilman Reilly to approve the expenditure of $4,600 for the purpoae of furnishing the Police CSO at West Side Plaza Shopping Center. The motion carried by the follOWing vote: Ayea: Council Members Estrada; Reilly; Hernandez; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Councilwoman Miller. ElQ) OF CORSE1ft' CALBBD!R JOlft REGULAR MEETING lmp:2230B - 5 - COIMISSIOK MIIIDDS MAY 18, 1992 J o o 13. REDEVELOPMEBr AGBlIICY l:ITARAII'I'n OF SAlIKAS LOAlI TO IVDA o (Co_itv DeveloOllent Coumissionl Chairman Holcomb said this item was previously approved by the IVDA. He stated the request was for the Agency to guarantee a loan for IVDA and indicated IVDA was in strong financial standing due to the settlement of its lawsuit. Commission Member Hernandez stated the citizens residing near Orange Show Road were concerned about the proposed re-alignment affecting their community. He stated they would like staff to meet with the citizens and explain the anticipated changes. CO...xSSIOR MEMBER MILLER ARRIVED A.'l 11:31 A.M. Commission Member Reilly made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Estrada to authorize the Executive Director to execute a Loan Guarantee Agreement in the amount of $1.2 million between the Inland Valley Development Agency and the Redevelopment Agency of the City of San Bernardino. Commission Member Estrada spoke briefly on the use of previously prioritized city funds for other projects. She indicated the prioritized list should be funded before other projects are considered. o Commission Member Estrada recommended the motion be amended to include that staff be authorized to conduct a series of meetings with the property owners in the area to discuss and explain what this project would mean to them. Chairman Holcomb indicated the infrastructure of developing Norton. only be acting as a guarantor. projects were needed for the He emphasized that the city would Commission Member Pope-Ludlam indicated several citizens were present at the meeting and she felt they should be given the opportunity to express their concerns about the project. Commission Member Estrada questioned the necessity of the three (3) alternatives involved with the project. Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Services, discussed the alternatives listed in the staff report and emphasized the benefit they had to the development of Norton. He indicated the property owners affected by the changes would be notified in advance and would also receive relocation assistance. o 301ft REGULAR MEBT1IIG 1lIIp:2230B - 6 - Co...xSS10R MIBllTBS MY 18. 1992 I o o o o o Commission Member Hernandez stated he agreed with the first project change (Tippecanoe/Del Rosa Avenue Connector), but was concerned over the necessity to make the other changes (Orange Show Road - Tippecanoe to Waterman and Orange Show Road from Waterman to Arrowhead). He stated the public should be notified before any changes were made. Commission Member Reilly suggested holding public hearings early in the phase to show the public the city was willing to work with them. Commission Member Maudsley asked if the IVDA had approved the projects. Chairman Holcomb indicated the IVDA originally requested the loan for the completion of these projects. Commission Member Estrada withdrew her second on the previous motion. Commission Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Pope-Ludlam that staff be authorized to meet with property owners over the next two (2) weeks and bring the item back to Commission with a recommendation. Mr. John Moore, 742 North Mulberry Avenue, Rialto, California 92376, indicated he was s representative for property owners in the area and requested the Commission continue this item and allow homeowners to become involved in the project. Commission Member Reilly requested the motion be amended to state that Tippecanoe/Del Rosa Avenue Connector be approved, and to continue matter on Orange Show Road - Tippecanoe to Waterman and Waterman to Arrowhead for two (2) weeks to allow staff to conduct community meetings on this item. Commission Member Minor asked for clarification of the amended motion. Discussion ensued regarding the legalities of approving a portion of the motion. Commission Member Reilly withdrew his amended motion. Commission Member Estrada asked if preliminary plans were prepared for these actions requested and stated they shOUld be viewed and explained at the community meetings. JOlft REGULAR MEETIBG lmp:2230B - 7 - COMIIISSIOB MIIIOTBS MAY 18. 1992 / o o o o o The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Commission Members Estrada; Reilly; Hernandez; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: None. LUlICR"ROW g)IIrlIBOP Commission Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Estrada that the item for the workshop luncheon arose after the Commission Agenda was posted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Members Estrada; Reilly; Maudsley; Minor; Pope-Ludlam. Member MUler. Abstain: Commission Member Hernandez. Commission Noes: Commission Absent: None. Commission Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Miller that a recess be taken before the luncheon workshop. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Members Estrada; Reilly; Maudsley; Pope-Ludlam. Noes: Minor. Abstain: None. Absent: None. Commission Commission Member LIJIICRROII Wl)1I1!'llHOP (C08IIIIUD.itv Develn-'!Jlt Co_ission) The Luncheon Workshop of the Community Development Commission was called to order at 12:55 p.m. in the Board Room of the Economic Development Agency, 201 North "E" Street, San Bernardino, California. ROLL I!Ar.l. Roll call was taken with the following members present: Chairman W. R. Holcomb; Commission Members Esther Estrada; Jack Reilly; Michael Maudsley; Tom Minor; Valerie Pope-Ludlam; Norine Miller. Absent: Commission Member Ralph Hernandez. STAFF PRKSEIr.r Timothy C. Steinhaus, Administrator, Economic Development Agency; Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department; Dennis A. Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney; Rachel Krasney, City Clerk; Melanie Vale, Deputy City Clerk; Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor; Phil Arvizo, Executive Assistant to the Council; and La Vonda Pearson, Acting Recording Secretary, Development Department. OTHERS III AT'I'1!1IIl&1Ir.R John Husing, Financial Consultant; Rod Me Donald, RANCON; Danny Foulodquor, URS; Marshall JUlian, Executive Director, Inland Valley Development Agency (IVDA); John Barnes, Edison Company; Judy Baffrey, Southern California Gas Company; Luis Monteagudo, The Sun Newspaper. JOINT RKGlILAll MBBTIIIC lmp:2230B - 8 - COIRISSIOII MIIIlJTBS MAY 18, 1992 / c o o o o POTEIrrIAL ECOIlOIIIC IMPACT OF THE D1fII'nll'l FTIIAIICB A1ID ACCOmrrIIIG SERVICE OIl TIll RA_T !Ii. RU.'DnIMl VAT.T.RV' Chairman Holcomb indicated that the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) would be consolidating to one location. He stated San Bernardino had an opportunity to bid for the Service and if awarded the bid, it would help offset the loss of Norton Air Force Base. Mr. John Husing, Financial Consultant, discussed the effect the loss of the Norton Air Force Base would have on the economy in San Bernardino and indicated the loss would total $263 million Mr. Husing explained different options the city had in replacing some of those losses and gave a financial analysis on thelll. He indicated some of the finances regained would cause a multiplier effect which would also decrease losses. Chairman Holcomb stated there were four (4) possible locations to present to the Department of Defense. He said two of the locations were on Norton property, one in the downtown superblock and one in the RANCON facility. He indicated the military would choose a facility that imposed the cheapest cost to them. Danny Foulodquor, URS, discussed the possibilities of the Norton Buildings. He stated the 900 series building was located on the west side of the base and could house up to 70,000 employees for permanent use. He indicated the building was approximately 7000 square feet. He said to convert the building for total office use would cost approximately $40 million. Mr. Foulodquor stated the second option would be to use the 500 series building, for temporary use, Which was approximately 600,000 square feet.He mentioned that 54,000 square feet was currently used as office space and the total cost would be approximately $9.5 million to convert. He indicated that none of the costs listed included land or facility. Commission Member Miller asked the timeframe on this item. Mr. Foulodquor stated it would be approximately 3 years before the entire project would be complete. Marshall JUlian, EXecutive Director of the Inland Valley Development Agency, answered questions relative to the commission members concerns. COMIIISSIOII MBMBB2 POPB-LUDLAII WAS EXCUSED AT 1:22 P.II. Rod Mc Donald, RANCON, explained his options for the Department of Defense showing charts which showed svailable space in the tri-city area and also the Cornerstone facility. He indicated RANCOII' would be willing to build to suit the governments need. 30Ift RBGULA2 IIKBTIBG Imp:2230B - 9 - COMQ:SSIOII IIIlftITBS IlAY 18. 1992 I o o o o o Mr. Me Donald stated the government would be willing to lease a building for 30 years. He said he had no past information on what the government was currently spending for lease options, but indicated they were occupying several buildings. Judy Baffrey, Southern California Gas Company, indicated the government was currently leasing five (5) bUildings, but only one of those building was suitable for the government's future need. She felt San Bernardino was in good standing to secure the leasing project. CO!MISSIOll MIOOlBR MILLER WAS EXCUSED AT 1:34 P.M. Discussion ensued regarding San Bernardinos ability to compete for the project. Chsirman Holcomb indicated there was a June I, deadline for proposal submittals for the project. 15. AnTnURll TO CLOSED SESSIOll (COIIIIlUD.itv Devel01llllent C....fssionl The Mayor and Common Council and the Community Development Commission adjourned to Closed Session at 1:34 p.m. to discuss the following: D. to give instruction to the 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: j MDTIlm RECOllVDBD (Cn_ftv DeveloDment C....issionl At 2:00 p.m. the meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and the Community Development Commission was called to order by Chairman W. R. Holcomb in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. ROLL r.Ar.T. Roll call was taken with the following members present: Chairman W. R. Holcomb; Commission Members Jack Reilly; Ralph Hernandez; Michael Maudsley; Tom Minor. Absent: Esther Estrada (late); Valerie Pope-Ludlam (late); Norine Miller (late). JOIlIT REGULAR MDTIlIG lmp:2230B - 10 - CO!MISSIOll MlImTBS MAY 18, 1992 . I o o o o o STAFF PRESENT Timothy C. Steinhaus, Administrator, Economic Development Agency; Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department; Dennis A. Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney; Rachel Krasney, City Clerk; Melanie Vale, Deputy City Clerk; Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor; Phil Arvizo, Executive Assistant to the Council; and La Vonda Pearson, Acting Recording Secretary, Development Department. 0TIIBllS I1r A'I"rR1IIlAIICB Rod Mc Donald, RANCON; Dr. Richard Hart, Dean, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University; Ms. Rosemary Archer, representative for Games for Fun; Lula Monteagudo, The Sun Newspaper. COIMISSIOIlIUlMBBR ESTRADA AUIVBD Ar 2:00 P.M. COIMISSIOIl MEMBER MILLER ARRIVED AT 2:00 P.M. 14. PROPOSED SALE OF 101 IIORTH "I" S'I'UR'I' BUILDING - PUBLIC II1!AlltNG (Communitv Develoument Com-fssion) Chairman Holcomb indicated the Agency had received two offers for the property. He explained the two propossls stating that Games for Fun made a cash offer of $250,000 for the property and Loma Linda University made a cash offer of $50,000 and it would rehabilitate the building and create a medical and dental facility for the community. Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department, discussed the two proposals received and stated Games for Fun would be willing to include an additional $50,000 for beautification. He indicated the property was in a light industrial area, and parking was limited. Dr. Richard Hart, Dean, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University, indicated its current facilities were overloaded with patients to the extent of turning people away. He stated it needed a larger facility to increase patient intake and also give students more training. Dr. Hart explained that medical care that was badly needed in San Bernardino and said the university receives an annual budget of only $50,000 a year. He indicated he would use those funds to purchase the building and would receive donations to furnish the building. He stated Delta Dental and other business owners in the city and they had agreed to donate over $50,000 worth of equipment. Commission Member Hernandez asked if anyone had spoke with Caltrans to see if widening the freeway would impact the clinic. JOINT REGULAR MEETING lmp:2230B -11- COIMISSIOIl MI1IlITBS MAY 18, 1992 1 o o o o o Dr. Hart stated he tried to contact Caltrans to receive information on the freeway expansion, but received no response. He indicated if the freeway made a major impact on the clinic to the point of closure, they would be willing to give the building back to the city. Rosemary Archer, representative for Games for Fun, stated the owner of the property, Mr. Ken Renfroe, would be willing to take his chances with Caltrans. She indicated Games for Fun would provide 15 Jobs, be on the tax rolls, and would provide both buildings with the same color scheme for beautification purposes. Ms. Archer stated Mr. Renfroe would need to know immediately if he was granted the property in order to begin refurbishing the building for the holiday season. She recognized the need for the university to expand, and suggested it be given another facility that would better suit its needs. Chairman Holcomb agreed a health center was needed in the community and suggested if the univerSity was not approved, that an alternate site be located. Commission Member Minor indicated he had previously met with Dr. Hart and had suggested locating him another site. Mr. Henderson said staff was in the process of locating a building with proper land use designation that would not involve the owner incurring additional costs for the property. Commission Member Hernandez questioned the agreement the university had with the Frazee Community Center and indicated maybe they would be willing to expand their facility. Chairman Holcomb suggested continuing the matter for two (2) weeks and authorize staff to search for another facility for the university with approximately 10,000 square feet available. Commission Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Reilly to authorize the Executive Director to enter into a Disposition and Development Agreement with Games for Fun International for the sale of property located at 101 North "I" Street. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Members Estrada; Reilly; Maudsley; Minor; Miller. Noes: Member Hernandez; Pope-Ludlam. Abstain: None. Absent: Commission Commission None. Commission Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Minor to authorize staff to search and locate another facility for Loma Linda University and bring item back to Commission in two weeks with alternative ways to finance project. JOIIrl REGULAR MEETIBG lmp:2230B - 12 - ClRIISSIO. MIBlJrBS MAY 18. 1992 I o o o o o The motion carried by the followina vote: Ayes: Commission Members Estrada; Reilly; Hernandez; Mauds1ey; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: None. COIMISSIOB IIEMIlBR IIILLBR WAS BXClJSBD AT 2:39 P.II. RS-1. RBCRUlTMEllT OF DOWIITOWII BUSIIIBSSES (Coamunitv Deve10Dllent Commission) Commission Member Hernandez stated businesses in the downtown area had been pulled away by developers in the Tri-City and Southeast Industrial Park redevelopment areas which were suppose to create new jobs for the community. He indicated this had not happened. COIMISSIOB MEMBER IIILLBR R.l5:ru1UWJ AT 2:41 P .11. Commission Member Hernandez sUigested the Commission legally research the deterioration of downtown and see if somethina could be done to correct it. Commission Member Estrada felt the economic status of the city was responsible for much of the deterioration and recommended a rehabilitation program be implemented for the downtown area. She questioned whether the Commission could legally place a financial penalty on businesses that take businesses from downtown. Commission Member Pope-Ludlam stated she spoke with Ann Harris, Executive Director, Main Street, to see if a solution could be made to help rebuild downtown. She recommended glvina rehabilitation loans to the owners of downtown or possibly formina a committee to work with Ann Harris on a downtown rehabilitation project. Discussions ensued regardina bui1dinas in the downtown area, and a solution for the problem. Commission Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Commission Member Reilly to authorize the Downtown Task Force to review and discuss this item and direct staff to brina item back to Commission with results. The motion carried by the fo11owina vote: Ayes: Commission Members Estrada; Reilly; Hernandez; Mauds1ey; Minor; Pope-Ludlam; Miller. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: None. 301ft IlEGlJLAIl IlUTIBG lIIp:2230B -13- COIMISSIOB IIIlIllTES MAY 18, 1992 I o o o ~ o o RS-3. ADJOUUMDT At 2:58 p.m., Chairman Holcomb adjourned the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and the Community Development Commission to Monday, June I, 1992 at 11:00 a.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. Respectfully Submitted, NUUll5J:11 J. mnmBRSOK EXecutive Directorl Secretary to the Com.ission JOIM' RBGULAlt MBBTIBG lmp:2230B - 14 - COIIMISSIOK MIlmTBS MAY 18, 1992 )