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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02- Redevelopment Committee REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES REGULAR MEETING January 27, 1994 3:00 p.m. The regular meeting of the Redevelopment Committee was called to order by Chairwoman Pope-Ludlam at 3:04 pm. in the Economic Development Agency Board Room, 201 North "E" Street, San Bernardino, California. ROLL CALL Roll call was taken with the following members present: Chairwoman Valerie Pope-Ludlam and Committee Members Edward Negrete; Ralph Hernandez. Absent: None. STAFF PRESENT Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department; Susan Morales, Assistant to the Agency Administrator; Barbara Lindseth, Manager, Administrative Services Division; Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works; Dennis A. Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney; Phil Arvizo, Executive Assistant to the Council; Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor; La Vonda M-Pearson, Recording Secretary, Development Department. OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE Richard Brooks, The Sun Newspaper; Kyle Larick, Professional Computing; Al Steward, Steward and Associates; Phil Harrison, Steward and Associates; Gil Lara, Larcon Development. ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA NB-1. FREEWAY HOME CENTER Committee Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Committee Member Negrete, that the need to take action on this item occurred after the posting of the agenda. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Chairwoman Pope-Ludlam; Committee Member Negrete and Committee Member Hernandez. Noes: None. Chairwoman Pope-Ludlam requested copies of the Community Development Commission minutes of January 24, 1994 be provided. The Committee continued with the Agenda while the minutes were being copied. REGULAR MEETING REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 1wp:rw1njnr.942 - 1 - January 27, 1994 1. TRAFFIC MODELER POSITION Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department, discussed the need for a Traffic Modeler position in the City. He explained that the Agency would benefit from such a plan. It was requested that the Agency fund 50% of the $52,000 position. He stated that the proposed benefits to the position were attached to the staff report. Committee Member Hernandez expressed concern regarding the Agency funding a City position. He briefly discussed a new law that would be taking affect regarding Agency funds and the use of those funds. Roger Hardgrave, Director of Public Works, stated that a portion of the traffic fees would also be used to fund this position. Committee Member Hernandez reiterated his concern regarding the Agency's funding of City projects. He stated that the traffic circulation was not the Agency's responsibility. Dennis A. Barlow, Senior Assistant City Attorney, explained that Agency funds could be used for this purpose; however, they could not be used for the maintenance portion of this position. Committee Member Hernandez requested a written legal opinion be prepared on this item when it is presented to the Commission. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended this item be forwarded to the Community Development Commission on a 2-1 (Hernandez) vote. 4. EMPLOYEE COMPUTER PURCHASE PLAN Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department, explained the proposed Computer Purchase Plan for Agency employees indicating that the loan amount per employee would not exceed $3,000, repaid through payroll deductions. Mr. Henderson informed the Committee that the loan which would carry a 3% interest rate, could be spread out over a maximum of three (3) years, with the option of early pay-off without penalty. He stated that the program had been successful in cities such as Moreno Valley, Chino and Anaheim. Kyle Larick, Professional Computing, discussed the type of services he could provide to the Agency as a computer consulting firm. He indicated that he was currently working with the County of San Bernardino and its computer purchases for the County. REGULAR MEETING REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 1mp:rm1nJnr.942 - 2 - January 27, 1994 RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended approval of this item to the Community Development Commission. The Committee requested staff visit the fine of Professional Computing, and report its findings to the Commission in a brief report. NB-1. FREEWAY HOME CENTER A copy of the minutes for the meeting of January 24, 1994, was distributed to the attendees of the meeting. Chairwoman Pope-Ludlam expressed concern over the motion that was approved for Freeway Home Center. She believed that Motion "A" and Motion "B" were approved and not just Motion "A" as listed in the minutes. Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department, explained that Motion "A" was the only motion approved at the meeting. He referenced actions that took place during the meeting that led to Motion "A" being approved. Chairwoman Pope-Ludlam requested the tape of the meeting be played for the Committee. After listening to the tape of the January 24, 1994, meeting, it was determined that Motion "A" was the only motion approved at the meeting. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended this item be brought back to the Community Development Commission for further consideration of Motion "B". 3. WEST SIDE FOOD/GAS FACILITIES Kenneth J. Henderson, Executive Director, Development Department, indicated that staff was previously requested to contact various gas stations and obtain their interest in locating to the west side. He explained that staff had re-contacted those stations and had outlined their interest in the staff report. The Committee Members expressed a need to locate stations on the west side of San Bernardino as well as various areas on Mt. Vernon Avenue. Mr. Henderson explained that staff would firm up discussions with the various oil companies and report back to the Committee at a later date. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended this item be received and filed. REGULAR MEETING REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE tmp:rmtnjnr.942 - 3 - January 27, 1994 L� 2. CASH FLOW ANALYSIS - BOND PROCEEDS Committee Member Hernandez indicated that he had various questions regarding this item and requested it be continued. RECOMMENDATION The Committee continued this item until the next meeting. ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA NB-2. BANKRUPTCY COURT COMMITTEE Committee Member Hernandez made a motion, seconded by Committee Member Negrete, that the need to take action on this item arose after the posting of the Agenda. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Chairwoman Pope-Ludlam; Committee Member Hernandez; Committee Member Negrete. Committee Member Hernandez informed Committee Members that Judge Real had retired. He recommended that staff proceed with pursuing the retention of the Bankruptcy Courts in San Bernardino. Chairwoman Pope-Ludlam spoke of her meeting with Mr. Norman Hanover regarding the retention of the Courts and the need for a Bankruptcy Courts Committee to work on this task. Lorraine Velarde, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, commented that Mr. Hanover felt it was critical to have the Committee review all the pertinent information regarding the Courts. She indicated that a list of individuals was provided by Mr. Hanover of proposed Bankruptcy Court Committee members. Ms. Velarde commented on Riverside's efforts to locate the courts to Riverside. She stated that they currently do not have a facility for the Courts, nor do they have the funds necessary to build a new facility for them. Committee Member Negrete stated that he had contacted both Senators Jerry Lewis and Ruben Ayala regarding this issue. Ms. Velarde also indicated that staff was working with Congressman Brown's Office regarding obtaining the GSA Report which includes the needs of the Bankruptcy Court. Discussion ensued regarding compiling information regarding this project for the Bankruptcy Court Committee's review. REGULAR MEETING REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 1mp:rm1nJnr.942 - 4 - January 27, 1994 Gil Lara, Larcon Development, discussed the need for the entire City to work together on this project. He felt this was a very critical issue but believed that, with the Mayor's assistance, retaining the courts could be achieved. Ms. Velarde stated that after the Commission acts on this item, staff would prepare a historical packet, which would include the package submitted to Judge Real, for review by the Bankruptcy Court Committee. She indicated that staff would try to receive a copy of the GSA Report also for their review. RECOMMENDATION The Committee recommended the list of candidates for the Bankruptcy Court Committee be forwarded to the Community Development Commission for recommendations and approval. 5. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION There were no items for discussion in Closed Session. 6. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting of the Redevelopment Committee was adjourned at 4:40 p.m. APPROVED BY: VALERIE POPE-LUDLAM, Chairwoman Redevelopment Committee REGULAR MEETING REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 1mp:rm1nJnr.942 - 5 - January 27, 1994 L�