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MINUTES
MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND
SAN BERNARDINO CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
JOINT REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 3, 2003
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The joint regular meeting of the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission and San Bernardino City Housing Authority of the City of
San Bernardino was called to order by Mayor/Chairman Valles at 1:38 p.m., Monday,
November 3, 2003, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
Roll Call
Roll call was taken by City Clerk Clark with the following being present:
Mayor/Chairman Valles; Council Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville,
McGinnis, Derry, Suarez, Anderson, McCammack; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk
Clark, City Administrator Wilson. Absent: None.
1. Closed Session
A. Conference with legal counsel - eXlstmg litigation - pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(a):
Luis Espinoza v. City of San Bernardino, Officer Pry, Officer Snyder -
San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. SCVSS 096647;
Ruby Howard v. City of San Bernardino & Does I through 100,
Inclusive - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. SCVSS 095713;
People of the State of California by. and through the Department of
Transportation v. Gary Kevin Darby, et al. - San Bernardino Superior
Court Case No. SCVSS 102449;
Morris Barnes, Jodie Basse v. City.of San Bernardino, City of San
Bernardino Police Department, Det. John Munoz, Unknown Male Det. 1
(light brown hair), Supervisor Law Enforcement Officer (gray hair,
heavy set), Supervisor Law Enforcement Officer (slim), Unknown
female uniformed officer (young and Hispanic), Unknown male
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uniformed officer, Unknown male Detective 2, Unknown male Detective
3, Unknown male Detective 4 - United States District Court Case No.
EDCV 03-0130V AP (SGL).
B. Conference with legal counsel - anticipated litigation - significant
exposure to litigation - pursuant to suhdivision (b) (1), (2), (3) (A-F) of
Government Code Section 54956.9:
Neighbors of San Manuel Tribe v. City
C. Conference with legal counsel - anticipated litigation - initiation of
litigation - pursuant to subdivision Ie) of Government Code Section
54956.9:
City of San Bernardino v. Allan Steward and Gil Lara
City v. San Manuel Band of Serrano Mission Indians
D. Closed Session - personnel - pursuant to Government Code Section
54957.
E. Closed session with Chief of Police on matters posing a threat to the
security of public buildings or threat to the public's right of access to
public services or public facilities -. pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957.
F. Conference with labor negotiator - pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957.6:
1. Negotiator:
Linn Livingston, Human Resources Director
Employee Organization:
San Bernardino City Professional Fire Fighters' Association
G. Conference with real property negotiatnr - pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8:
1.
Property :
247 W. Third Street
Negotiating Parties: Gary Van Osdel, Executive Director on
behalf of the Economic Development
Agency and Gerry Newcombe, Deputy
Administrative Officer, County of San
Bernardino
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Under Negotiation: Purchase price, terms and conditions
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO HOUSING AUTHORITY
CLOSED SESSIOr\ ITEMS
2.
Property:
185 E. King Street (Vacant)
APN 0135-292-09
Negotiating Parties: Gary Van Osdel, Executive Director, on
behalf of the City of San Bernardino
Housing Authority, and Jess Reyes and
Milie Mendoza, property owners
Under Negotiation: Purchase price, terms and conditions
3.
Property:
155 E. 2n., Street (Vacant Lot)
APN 0135-291-10
Negotiating Parties: Gary Van Osdel, Executive Director, on
behalf of the City of San Bernardino
Housing Authority, and Louis Salas,
property owner
Under Negotiation: Purchase price, terms and conditions
City Attorney Penman advised that the following additional matter would be
discussed in closed session:
Under Agenda Item IB, Anticipated litigation - significant exposure to
litigation:
A few instances of property owners who have threatened to sue the City
as a result of these fires, and as part of that, parts of Agenda Item No.
20 as it relates to significant exposure to litigation.
Reading of Resolutions & Ordinances
Deputy City Clerk Hartzel read into the record the titles of all the resolutions and
ordinances on the regular agenda of the Mayor and Common Council and Community
Development Commission and San Bernardino City Housing Authority.
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Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
The invocation was given by Sister Marita Beumer of St. Bernardine's Catholic
Church, followed by the pledge of allegiance, led by Council Member/Commissioner
Longville.
Moment of Silence
Mayor Valles requested a moment of silence in memory of former Councilman John
Hobbs, who recently passed away; James McDermith and Charles Cunningham, who
died as a result of the recent fires; and Firefighter Steven Rucker of Novato, California,
who perished while fighting the fires.
2. Appointments
There were no Commission appointments.
3. Proclamations & Presentations
There were no proclamations or presentations.
4. Announcements
Announcements were made by the Mayor, Members of the Common Council,
elected officials, and a representative from the Chamber of Commerce regarding
various civic, community, and chamber events and activities. In addition, Fire
Chief Larry Pitzer, Police Chief Garrett Zimmon, City Administrator Fred
Wilson, Executive Assistant to the Mayor David Pruitt, and Director of Public
Services Lynn Merrill provided updates on various aspects of the recent fires,
the recovery efforts, and concerns relative to luture rain and possible flooding.
5. Waive Full Reading of Resolutions & Ordinances
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that full reading of the resolutions and
ordinances on the regular agenda of the Mayor and Common Council!
Community Development Commission/San Bernardino City Housing Authority,
be waived.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
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6. Council Minutes
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that the minutes of the following meeting of
the Mayor and Common Council/Community Development Commission of the
City of San Bernardino be approved as submitted in typewritten form: October
6, 2003.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
7. Claims & Payroll
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that the claims and payroll and the
authorization to issue warrants as listed on the memorandum dated October 20,
2003, from Barbara Pachon, Director of Finance, be approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
8. Personnel Actions
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that the personnel actions as submitted by
the Chief Examiner dated October 28, 2003, in accordance with Civil Service
rules and Personnel policies adopted by the Mayor and Common Council of the
City of San Bernardino, be approved and ratified.
The motion carried by the following vole:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCannnack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
9. Set dinner workshop - Monday, November 17, 2003 at 5:00 p.m. - Strategic
Education Services, state legislative services - EDA Boardroom
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that the Mayor and Common Council set a
dinner workshop for Monday, November 17, 2003, at 5:00 p.m. in the
Economic Development Agency Boardroom for a presentation by Strategic
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Education Services, state representatives, regarding legislative advocacy
program for the upcoming year.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
10. Authorize Director of Development Services to execute Change Order No.
One to contract with KC Construction - Phase 1 Pavement Rehabilitation
on Hospitality Lane between Carnegie Driye and Gage Canal per Plan No.
10571
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that the Mayor and Common Council
authorize the Director of Development Services to execute Change Order No.
One in the amount of $6,500.00 to contract with KC Construction for Phase I
Pavement Rehabilitation on Hospitality Lane between Carnegie Drive and Gage
Canal per Plan No. 10571.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCannnack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
II. RES. 2003-289 - Resolution of the City of San Bernardino approving
Services Agreements with AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc., Converse
Consultants, and K1einfelder, Inc. for provision of Professional
Construction Material Testing Services.
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 2003-289 was adopted by the following vote:
Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
Anderson, McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council
Derry, Suarez,
12. RES. 2003-290 - Resolution of the Mayor and Common Council of the City
of San Bernardino awarding a contract to Bonadiman-McCain, Inc. for
Timber Creek improvements from East Twin Creek to 4,016.93' east per
Plan No. 10069.
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that said resolution be adopted; and that the
Director of Finance be authorized to amend the FY 03/04 budget for the Timber
Creek Storm Drain Project to increase the revenue and expenditure budgets by
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$190,000 in account numbers 248-000-4651-7141 and 248-368-5504-7141
respectively to reflect the IVDA additional share of the project costs.
The motion carried and Resolution No. 2003-290 was adopted by the following
vote: Ayes: Council Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
Derry, Suarez, Anderson, McCannnack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
13. RES. 2003-291 - Resolution of the Mayor and Common Council of the City
of San Bernardino awarding a contract to David T. Wasden, Inc. for 9th
Street Storm Drain Improvements from Waterman Avenue to East Twin
Creek Channel per Plan No. 10676.
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 2003-291 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council
Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis, Derry, Suarez,
Anderson, McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
14. RES. 2003-292 - Resolution of the City of San Bernardino amending
Resolution No. 655 entitled, in part, "A Resolution...designating certain
streets, or portions thereof as through highways..." and establishing a four
way stop at the intersection of Pedley Road and Monterey Avenue.
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 2003-292 was adopted by the following vote:
Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
Anderson, McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council
Derry, Suarez,
15. Establish parking restrictions - west side of Waterman Avenue between
Gilbert Street and Sixteenth Street
RES. 2003-293 - Resolution of the City of San Bernardino amending
Resolution No. 3985 entitled, in part, "A Resolution...prohibiting parking
upon certain designated streets, alleys, or portions thereof..." to establish a
no parking zone between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on the west
side of Waterman Avenue between Gilbert Street and Sixteenth Street,
except from one-hundred sixty feet south of Evans Street to one-hundred
feet north of Evans Street. (15A)
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RES. 2003-294 - Resolution of the City of San Bernardino amending
Resolution No. 8234 entitled, in part, "A Resolution...establishing parking
time limitations upon certain designated streets, alleys, or portions
thereof..." to establish a two-hour parking limitation between the hours of
9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on the west side of Waterman Avenue between
Gilbert Street and Sixteenth Street, except from one-hundred sixty feet
south of Evans Street to one-hundred feet north of Evans Street. (15B)
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that said f(~solutions be adopted.
Resolution Nos. 2003-293 and 2003-294 were adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members/Commissioners Estrada, LongviIle, McGinnis, Derry,
Suarez, Anderson, McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
16. Set Public Hearing - Proposed Expenditures of Monies allocated from the
FY 2003/2004 Citizen's Option for Public Safety (COPS) funds
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that the Mayor and Common Council set a
public hearing for 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 17, 2003, relative to the
proposed expenditure plan for the awarded Citizen's Option for Public Safety
(COPS) funding for FY 200312004.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
17. Set Public Hearing - Proposed Expenditures of Monies allocated from the
FY 2003/2004 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant (LLEBG) funds
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McGinnis, that the Mayor and Common Council set a
public hearing for 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 17, 2003, relative to the
proposed expenditure plan for the awarded Lo<:al Law Enforcement Block Grant
(LLEBG) funding for FY 200312004.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
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18. Review and take action regarding the need for continuing in effect the local
emergency caused by the Old Waterman Canyon Fire pursuant to
Government Code Section 8630 (c) (1).
Note: No backup materials were distributed.
Council Member/Commissioner Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner Anderson, that the Mayor and Common Council
confirm the need for continuing in effect the "leal emergency caused by the Old
Waterman Canyon Fire.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCannnack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
19. Legislative Task Force update
Note: No backup materials were distributed.
Council Member/Commissioner Longville stated that she would like to continue
this item to the Council/Commission meeting of November 17, 2003.
20. Authorize the City Attorney's Office to provide legal advice to residents
and/or property owners of the City of San Bernardino whose property was
damaged or destroyed in the recent fires; authorization that lawyers who
volunteer their services to assist in this endeavor be coordinated through the
Office of the City Attorney (See related Agenda Item No. NB1, page 16)
Council Member/Commissioner Suarez asked how this service was going to be
different from the services already being provided to the public by other
agencies.
City Attorney Penman stated that past experience has shown that when you are
dealing with volunteer attorneys, after the first few weeks the number tends to
drop off significantly; therefore, the bask difference is that his staff is
permanent and paid, and they will be there until the end, or at least until
December 31,2004. He added that this service would only be for those people
who reside in, or own property in the city of San Bernardino.
Mr. Penman advised that the $60,000 appropriation in Motion #3B would be for
professional liability insurance to cover the City and the attorneys involved from
the City Attorney's office, in the event a claim might be filed.
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Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner Derry, that the Mayor and Common Council authorize
the City Attorney's office to provide legal advice to residents and/or property
owners of the City of San Bernardino whose property was damaged or destroyed
in the recent fires, such authorization does not include litigation and shall not
extend beyond December 31, 2004; that the use of volunteer lawyers from the
legal community to assist in this temporary program shall be coordinated
through the Office of the City Attorney; and that the Director of Finance be
authorized to amend the Fiscal Year 2003-2004 adopted budget and appropriate
$60,000 from the Budget Reserve to the City Attorney's Office Budget Item
Professional/Contractual Services (Account No. 001-051-5502).
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council
Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis, Derry, Anderson,
McCammack. Nays: Council Member/Commissioner Suarez. Absent: None.
City Attorney Penman advised that since the Mayor and Council had approved
this item, it would be necessary to adopt a resolution which would declare the
City self-insured for the purpose of professional liability until such time as the
insurance comes into effect; and it would take a two-thirds vote to determine
that the need to take action arose subsequent to the posting of the agenda.
21. Resolutions authorizing the Mayor to apply for grant funds under the
provisions of the 2002 Resources Bond Act (Proposition 40) for two
programs: the Roberti-Z'Berg-Harris Urban Open Space and Recreation
Program and the Per Capita Grant Program
RES. 2003-296 - Resolution of the City of San Bernardino authorizing the
Mayor of the City of San Bernardino or her designee to apply for grant
funds for the Roberti-Z'Berg-Harris Urban Open Space and Recreation
Program under the provisions of the 2002 Resources Bond Act (proposition
40). (21A)
RES. 2003-297 - Resolution of the City of San Bernardino authorizing the
Mayor of the City of San Bernardino or her designee to apply for grant
funds for the Per Capita Program under the provisions of the 2002
Resources Bond Act (Proposition 40). (21B)
Council Member/Commissioner Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner McCammack, that said resolutions be adopted.
Resolution Nos. 2003-296 and 2003-297 were adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis, Derry,
Suarez, Anderson, McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
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22. Appeal Hearing - Planning Commission's approval of Conditional Use
Permit No. 03-18, to establish an RV repair, prep, and reconditioning
center within an existing commercial building, with RV parking and display
outdoors, located at 125 E. Club Center Drive in the CR-3, Commercial
Regional, land use district
Mayor/Chairman Valles opened the hearing.
City Planner Valerie Ross provided an overview of the staff report. She
concluded her remarks by stating that the proposal by La Mesa RV to expand its
RV facility is a permitted use, subject to a conditional use permit; and that staff
believes this is a good use for this vacant building and hopes it will entice other
similar businesses into the area. She added that staff also believes the fence
(which the appellant finds objectionable) will not be obtrusive, especially with
the added landscaping.
Pursuant to Resolution No. 2000-279, City Clerk Clark administered an oath to
the following individuals that they would provide true and honest testimony:
Mark Vapnik, Shaco, Inc., 333 South Grand Avenue #2020, Los Angeles, CA,
the appellant, stated that they own the adjacem property to the east of the subject
property and objected to the conditional use permit for three reasons: 1) The
fence, and division of the center by the fence_ which would destroy the concept
of what is called "The Club"; 2) that the fence would create the feeling of a jail;
and 3) the matter of prescriptive easement to the site.
He stated that their main concern is the fence, which is intended to divide the
parking lots they have been sharing and using for the past 13 years, basically
eliminating their right to use the space.
Mr. Vapnik stated that based on the decision of the Planning Commission, La
Mesa RV is supposed to build a 6-foot fence; however, Shaco believes that
building hundreds of square feet of that type of fence around the La Mesa RV
property will create a major obstacle in the look of the entire center.
He ascertained that only after the hearing did they learn that La Mesa RV was
intending to put a couple of large gates on the fence separating the two
properties, totaling over 60 feet, which would not be concealed by the
landscaping that was intended to create a barrier to try and conceal the fence.
Mr. Vapnik stated that in the packet that they received prior to the hearing,
mistakenly, those gates were not marked; therefore, they could not actually
mention them at that time. He added that it was his belief that even the
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Planning Commission was not aware of the gates at that time because the map
did not indicate them.
According to Mr. Vapnik, La Mesa RV initiated building an 81f2-foot fence,
when the request was for a 6-foot fence, and they did not pull any permits. In
addition, they did not submit to the City any plans for the landscaping they were
instructed to provide.
Mr. Vapnik stated that basically Shaco would urge the City and its departments
to ensure that proper landscaping plans are submitted, hopefully with
elimination of the gates, which were not described to them or shown to the
Planning Commission at its meeting, to approve landscaping that will be as
concealing as possible and as nicely done as possible, and to make sure that La
Mesa RV builds the fence at the proper height.
Rick Berardi, La Mesa RV, 7430 Copley Park Place, San Diego, CA, advised
that the gate referred to by Mr. Vapnik was listed on the plans that were
submitted at the Planning Commission meeting. He stated that the gate is just
an entrance for them to be able to drive into the area. He stated that what the
Planning Commission had asked them to do, and what they had agreed to do,
was move the fence back into the 10- foot setback area and try to soften the look
of the fence with landscaping-not necessarily to conceal it. He also submitted
landscape drawings of what they plan to do W lth plants and shrubs to soften the
look of the fence.
Mr. Barardi stated that it is important for them to put a fence at that location due
to the motorhomes parked there, which represent millions of dollars worth of
investment. He explained that the area has some problems with security, with a
lot of homeless people around due to the nearby railroad tracks-that just this
month they have had three break-ins-and the fence is definitely important to
their security.
Responding to questions from members of the Council, Mr. Berardi verified
that the fence would be 6 feet high and in compliance with the CUP.
Council Member/Commissioner McCammack asked Ms. Ross if the 6-foot
fence was installed without a permit. Ms. Ross stated that La Mesa R V started
installing the fence; however, she called Mr. Berardi and asked them to stop
working on the fence and they did. Ms. McCammack asked whether Ms. Ross
concurred that the gates were listed on the plans which were presented to the
Planning Commission. Ms. Ross answered in the affirmative, stating that the
need to get the RVs into the area was discussed at the Planning Commission
meeting.
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Jon Zane, 958 North La Cadena, Colton, cA, architect for La Mesa RV,
explained that there were gates in the plan all along-that actually there were
two gates in the original proposal and they have closed the one in the back. He
stated that they did create a 10- foot landscape setback to soften the appearance
of the fence. In addition, all of the parking shown at the upper part of the
drawing is really on La Mesa RV property, hut they are leaving that open for
the appellant's use and trying to be a good neighbor.
Council Member/Commissioner McCammack made a motion, seconded by
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson, that the Mayor and Common
Council close the hearing and deny the appeal and uphold the Planning
Commission's approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 03-18, based upon the
Findings of Fact contained in the Planning Commission Staff Report, subject to
the Conditions of Approval and Standard Requirements.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCannnack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Staff Present
Mayor/Chairman Valles; Council Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville,
McGinnis, Derry, Suarez, Anderson, McCammack: Senior Assistant City Attorney
Carlyle; Economic Development Agency Executive Director Van Osdel and Special
Counsel Sabo, City Clerk Clark. Absent: None.
R23. Transfer title of property owned by the Redevelopment Agency located at
247 West Third Street, APN 1986-01-03, to the County of San Bernardino
to accommodate future Courthouse expansion
Council Member/Commissioner McCammack made a motion, seconded by
Council Member/Commissioner Derry, that the matter be tabled.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis,
McCannnack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Ayes: Council Members/
Derry, Suarez, Anderson,
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R24. Amendment No.1 to the HOME Grant Agreement - TELACU I Housing-
San Bernardino, Inc. (Central City North Redevelopment Project Area)
CDC/2003-35 - Resolution of the Community Development Commission of
the City of San Bernardino approving and authorizing the Executive
Director of the Agency to execute Amendment No. 1 to the HOME Grant
Agreement by and between the Redevelopment Agency and TELACU I
Housing - San Bernardino, Inc., a California nonprofit Corporation (6'"
and F Street TELACU Senior Housing Project - Central City North
Redevelopment Project Area.)
Council Member/Commissioner Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner Anderson, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. CDC/2003-35 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes:
Council Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis, Derry,
Suarez, Anderson, McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
R25. Conditional two (2) year contract extension - Diana L. Sanchez,
Neighborhood Initiative Program (NIP) Coordinator
CDC/2003-36 - A Resolution of the Community Development Commission
of the City of San Bernardino approving and authorizing the Executive
Director of the Agency to execute the Amendment No. 4 (two (2) year
extension) to the Diana L. Sanchez, Neighborhood Initiative Program (NIP)
Coordinator Consultant Services Agreement, subject to funding approval by
the County of San Bernardino NIP Program.
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson made a motion, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner Estrada, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. CDC/2003-36 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes:
Council Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis, Derry,
Suarez, Anderson, McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
26. Public Comments
Tracylyn Sharrit, 3238 Roberds Avenue, San Bernardino, CA, expressed her
dismay that people are using personal tragedies for political gain.
Chehab Elawar, 3695 Hemlock, San Bernardino, CA, stated that he was
speaking to honor those individuals who made a difference during the recent
fires. He also suggested some type of training program that would enable
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members of the general public, including young people, to operate pumps with
hoses in the event such a tragedy should occur again.
Melanie Hastings, 2587 Periwinkle Drive, San Bernardino, CA, spoke in
support of Joe Suarez for the Fifth Ward Council seat, and provided rebuttal to
several accusations made regarding Mr. Suarez during the past several weeks.
Robert Rego, 607 East 20th Street, San Bernardino, CA, expressed support for
the re-election of Joe Suarez as Fifth Ward Councilman.
Paul Sanborn, 3559 Genevieve, San Bernardino, CA, thanked Ms. Estrada for
taking care of the cemetery; wished all candidates in the upcoming election good
luck; and suggested that the phone system in the Development Services
Department be revamped in anticipation of the great influx of calls relative to
the fires.
Wendy McCammack, 634 East Parkdale Drive, San Bernardino, CA, Seventh
Ward Councilwoman, presented a commendation to Steven Christianson for his
efforts in combating the fire, possibly saving SiX homes.
John Ragsdale, 3756 Osbun Road, San Bernardino, CA, although displaced
from his home by the fire, stated he was proud of this city and overwhelmed by
the clean-up efforts and other activities of City employees.
Joe Ramirez, 6984 North Little League Drive, San Bernardino, CA, expressed
gratitude to Rick A vila for protecting and saving his home from the fire.
Jan Misquez, 355 South Meridian, San Bernardino, CA, candidate for the
Third Ward Council seat, provided rebuttal to allegations made by her opponent
in a recent mailer sent to Third Ward constituents.
Jay Lindberg, 6340 Orange Knoll, San Bernardino, CA, stated that he was glad
the San Manuel Indian Tribe had invested in fire fighting equipment, which he
believed had saved several homes from burning.
John Stevens, 4097 Pershing, San Bernardino, CA, spoke regarding the fires,
the grocery workers' strike, and the need for universal health care.
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NB1. RES. 2003-295 - Resolution of the Mayor and Common Council of the City
of San Bernardino declaring the City to be self-insured from November 3,
2003 until the effective policy date of the Lawyers Professional Liability
Insurance for professional liability claims, lawsuits and/or judgments, etc.
arising from the legal advice given to victims and/or property owners whose
property was damaged or destroyed in the recent fires in the City of San
Bernardino. (See related Agenda Item No. 20, page 9)
Council Member/Commissioner McCammack made a motion, seconded by
Council Member/Commissioner Anderson, that the matter arose subsequent to
the posting of the agenda.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis, Derry,
McCannnack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Council Members/
Suarez, Anderson,
Council Member/Commissioner McCammack made a motion, seconded by
Council Member/Commissioner Estrada, that said resolution be adopted.
Resolution No. 2003-295 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes:
Members/Commissioners Estrada, Longville, McGinnis, Derry,
Anderson, McCammack. Nays: None. Absent: None.
Council
Suarez,
27. Adjournment
At 8: 15 p.m., the meeting adjourned. The next joint regular meeting of the
Mayor and Common Council and Community Development Commission of the
City of San Bernardino is scheduled for 1:30 p.m., Monday, November 17,
2003, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San
Bernardino, California.
RACHEL G. CLARK
City Clerk
By ~.t!tzlf~
Deputy City Clerk
No. of Items: 28
No. of Hours: 4.75
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