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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-06-1988 Minutes ~ . City of San Bernardino, California September 6, 1988 The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino was called to order by Mayor Wilcox at 9:12 a.m., on Tuesday, September 6, 1988, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 31313 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. INVOCATION The Invocation was given by Dr. Thomas W. Harvick, Sr. of the Central Christian Church. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tempore Miller. . ROLL CALL Roll Call was taken by Ci ty Clerk Clark wi th the following being present: Mayor Wilcox; Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; Assistant City Attorney Brue, City Clerk Clark, Acting City Administrator Robbins. Absent: Council Member Reilly. PUBLIC COMMENTS - THE SWORD Roger Dumas, also known as the The Sword, Cornrnander-in-Chief of the House of Ying, spoke of filing charges against members of the Council and the City Attorney for violation of their Oath of Offices. (A) PUBLIC COMMENTS - FRANCIA WHITE - SUBPOENAS - COUNCIL MEMBERS Francia White, 231 E. 9th Street, San Bernardino, Cal i fornia, read the Star Spang led Banner. She spoke of the pioneer days and her ancestors who carne to San Ber- nardino. (A) Ms. White served subpoenas on the Mayor, Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, and Miller. PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL DARE DAY - September 15, 1988 Richard Bennecke, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, read a proclamation of the Mayor of the City of San Ber- nardino proclaiming September 15, 1988, as National Dare Day in the City of San Bernardino, California. (B) . 1 9/6/88 . Donald Burnett, Chief of Police; Dan Hernandez, Jan Thompson, Ray Rocha, Chuck Greene, and Tony Aragon, of the Police Department, were present to accept the proclama- tion. Donald Burnett, Chief of Police, presented a Dare Flag to Mayor Wilcox. PROCLAMATION - DR. REV. JOHNNY W. BROWN APPRECIATION DAY - SEPTEMBER 11, 1988 Richard Bennecke, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, read a proclamation of the Mayor of the City of San Ber- nardino proclaiming Sunday, September 11, 1988, Dr. Rev. Johnny W. Brown Appreciation Day. (B) Dr. Rev. Johnny W. Brown was present to accept the proclamation. . APPOINTMENT - SENIOR AFFAIRS COMMISSION - WILMA STRINATI - SECOND WARD Pursuant to a memorandum dated August 19, 1988, from Mayor Wilcox, Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller and unanimously carried, to approve the appointment of Wilma Strinati, 1533 Belle Street, San Bernardino, CA 9241il4, to the Senior Affairs Commission, as requested by Council Member Reilly to rep- resent the Second Ward. (C) City Clerk Clark read the Oath of Office to Wilma Strinati. APPOINTMENT - POLICE COMMISSION - KATHLEEN ANN MARTIN - FOURTH WARD Pursuant to a memorandum dated August 29, 1988, from Mayor Wilcox, Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Flores and unanimously carried, to approve the appointment of Kathleen Ann Martin, 3722 Palm Crest Drive, Highland, CA 92346, to the Police Com- mission, as requested by Council Member Maudsley to rep- resent the Fourth Ward. (S-3) APPOINTMENT - FIRE COMMISSION - FRED P. POE - FOURTH WARD Pursuant to a memorandum dated August 29, 1988, from Mayor Wilcox, Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Flores and unanimously carried, to approve the appointment of Fred P. poe, 3851il E. Atlan- tic, Sp. 21il, Highland, CA 92346, to the Fire Commission, as requested by Councilman Maudsley to represent the Fourth Ward. (S-4) . 2 9/6/88 . PRESENTATION - SENATE BILL 1799 - GEORGE GUERRO - POLICE DEPARTMENT Senator Ruben Ayala presented Sgt. George Guerro with a plaque of appreciation for his contribution in the creation of Bill SB 1799, making it illegal for handguns to be allowed in any meetings open to the public. (B) Sgt. George Guerro was present to accept the plaque. APPROVE COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 27, 1988 - AUGUST 15, 1988 Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the minutes of the meetings of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino held on July 27, 1988, and August 15, 1988, be approved as submitted in typewritten form. (1) . SET PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO RESTRICT DISPLAY OF HARMFUL MATERIAL IN PUBLIC PLACES - NEWSRACK ORDINANCE In a memorandum dated August 18, 1988, James Robbins, Acting City Administrator, requested that a public hearing be set for September 19, 1988 at 10: 00 a.m., for the purpose of discussing the proposed ordinance adding Chapter 9.70 to the San Bernardino Municipal Code to re-strict the display of harmful material in public places (See Item 45-1 - Page 23) (2) In a memorandum dated August 18, 1988, Denice E. Brue, Assistant City Attorney, explained that the proposed newsrack ordinance would address concerns expressed at the Legislative Review Committee Meeting of August 4, 1988. In a memorandum dated July 12, 1988, Dennis A. Bar- low, Sr. Assistant City Attorney, stated that members of the publ ic approached the Ci ty with concerns about news- racks in the community displaying obscene materials to both adults and minors. After several meetings with the Mayor, Chief of Police, City Clerk, Planning, Public Services, City Admin- istrator, City Attorney and members of the public, it was recommended that an ordinance be adopted which would pro- tect minors from viewing and purchasing such material. . 3 9/6/88 .. . Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Miller and unanimously carried that a public hearing be set for September 19, 1988, at 10:00 a.m., in the Council Chambers, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernar- d ino, Cali fornia, for the purpose of discuss ing the pro- posed ordinance adding Chapter 9.70 to the San Bernardino Municipal Code to restrict the display of harmful material in public places. AUTHORIZATION TO CLOSE PORTIONS OF 7TH AND VICTORIA STREETS - WAIVE COSTS INCURRED - INLAND EMPIRE HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - SEPTEMBER 16, 1988 CELEBRATION - LA PLAZA PARK In a memorandum dated August 10, 1988, Annie F. Ramos, Director Parks, Recreation & Community Services stated that the Inland Empire Hispanic Chamber of Commerce requested the use of La Plaza Park on Mt. Vernon Avenue between 7th and Victoria Streets, for their annual 16th of September Celebration. (See Item S-2 - Page 27) (3) The use of La Plaza Park requires City equipment such as picnic tables, trash cans, bleachers, electr ical hook-ups for the booths, barr icades and the use of Ci ty manpower. . The Chamber requested that the following fee costs be waived: The fee costs involved in the celebration The estimated additional costs for manpower and equipment not listed in the fee schedule Total $ 705 6,734 $7,439 Annie Ramos stated that the Chamber requested that a portion of Mt. Vernon Avenue be closed to expand the fes- tivities into the street. . Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Miller and unanimously carried, that utili- zation of City crews and equipment and City Police per- sonnel for assisting the Inland Empire Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in their 16th of September Celebration at La Plaza Park be authorized; that the expenses incurred by the use of City forces and equipment and Police Department personnel in providing assistance to the Inland Empire Hi spanic Chamber of Commerce for the 16th of September Celebration at La Plaza Park be waived; that the closing of portions of 7th Street on the north side of La Plaza Park and Victoria Street on the south side from 8:00 a.m., on September 15, 1988, to 8:00 a.m., on September 19, 1988, so that the streets may be used in conjunction with the Inland Empire Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 16th of September Celebration, be approved. 4 9/6/88 . FIVE-LEVEL PARKING STRUCTURE - AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE THE FOURTH LEVEL PARKING - MARUKO HOTEL In a memorandum dated August 4, 19BB, Wayne Over- street, Director of Public Buildings/Parking Control, stated that the request of the Maruko Hotel to utilize the fourth level of the five-level parking structure would not require a reassignment of any spaces presently leased. He sta ted that the area in which the hotel would set up their show rings would only take up approximately 50 park- ing spaces. (4) In a letter dated August 2, 1988, Laurie Aldern, Director of Sales for the Maruko Hotel/Convention Center, stated that the Maruko Hotel is in the process of bidding on a 1990 Pacific Obedience Dog Show, and requested the Ci ty' sass istance in secur ing the fourth level parking structure for four show rings. Ms. Aldern stated that this dog show would generate approximately $1500 in Transient Occupancy Tax over a four day period and would attract several hundred spectators, who would patronize downtown merchants during the event. . Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Miller and unanimously carried, that Maruko Hotel be authorized to utilize 20,000 square feet on the fourth level of the five-level parking structure from July 20, 1990, through July 22, 1990; tha t Maruko Hotel be required to provide appropriate insurance coverage and post a $500 returnable cash bond for any clean up or re- pair that may be necessary if they fail to perform. HILLCREST PARK - APPROVAL OF PLANS - AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS - PLAN NO. 738B In a memorandum dated August 10, 1988, Roger Hard- grave, Director of Public Works/Engineering stated that plans and specifications for the construction of improve- ments to Hillcrest Park, located on the north side of Hill Drive, between Mayfield Avenue and Acacia Avenue, have been prepared and that the project is ready to be adver- tised for bids. (5) In an undated memorandum, James Richardson, Deputy City Administrator/Development Services, commented that the unappropriated park development funds of $23,000 could be used if bids come in under the $95,000 encumbered amount. . 5 9/6/8B . Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Miller and unanimously carried, that plans for construction of improvements in Hillcrest Park, in accordance with Plan No. 7388, be approved; and the Director of publ ic Works/Ci ty Eng ineer be authori zed to advertise for bids. CENTRAL GARAGE - APPROVAL OF PLANS _ AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS - INSTALLATION OF THREE-POST HOIST In a memorandum dated August 17, 1988, Roger Hard- grave, City Engineer, stated that plans have been prepared for the installation of the second three-post hoist in the Central Garage. (6) Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the plans for installation of a three-post hoist in the Central Garage, in accordance with Plan No. 7578, be approved; and the Director of Public Works/City Engineer be authorized to advertise for bids. . STORM DRAIN - 21ST STREET, FROM TWIN CREEK TO SAN GABRIEL STREET - NEGATIVE DECLARATION _ FINDING OF CONSISTENCY WITH INTERIM POLICY DOCUMENT In a memorandum dated August 11, 1988, Roger Hard- grave, City Engineer, stated that the installation of a storm drain in 21st Street, from Twin Creek to San Gabriel Street, is consistent with the Interim Policy Document. (7) Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the Nega- tive Declaration for Public Works Project No. 88A-22, installation of a storm drain in 21st Street, from Twin Creek to San Gabriel Street, be adopted; and that a find- ing be made that the installation of a storm drain in 21st Street, from Twin Creek to San Gabriel Street, is consis- tent with the Interim Policy Document. . 6 9/6/88 . CLAIMS AND PAYROLL Pursuant to a memorandum dated August 12, 1988, from Andrew Green; Acting Director of Finance, Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the claims and payrolls, and the authorization of the issuance of warrants as listed on the memorandum from the Director of Finance, be approved. (HI) PERSONNEL ACTIONS Pursuant to a memorandum dated August 19, 1988, from Gordon Johnson, Director of Personnel, Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the Personnel Actions, submitted by the Director of Personnel, in accordance with all ad- ministrative regulations of the City of San Bernardino, be approved. (11) . PERSONNEL ACTIONS - SUPPLEMENTAL LIST Pursuant to a memorandum dated September 2, 1988, from Gordon Johnson, Director of Personnel, which provided a supplemental list of Personnel Actions, Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the Personnel Actions, submitted by the Director of Personnel, in accordance with all ad- ministrative regulations of the City of San Bernardino, be approved. (AS-l) AGREEMENT RENEWAL - THE COUNSELING TEAM - EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM In a memorandum dated August 18, 1988, John Kirwan, Director of Risk Management, recommended the renewal of the agreement with The Counseling Team for the Employee Assistance Program, as the program has proven successful and positive, and is utilized at a high level. He pro- vided a Program Statistics Summary for the months of July through December, 1987. (8) RES. 88-333 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE REDE- VELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNAR- DINO AND THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO TO SHARE THE TOTAL COST FOR THE SERVICES PROVIDED BY AN EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR AGENCY AND CITY EMPLOYEES. (8) City Clerk Clark read the title of the resolution. . 7 9/6/88 . Assistant City Attorney Brue answered questions re- garding the matter being joint with the Redevelopment Agency, stating that it is proper for this item to be considered at this time since it was placed on the Agenda for the Mayor and Common Counc il, and it is not on the Redevelopment Agency Agenda. Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that further reading of the resolution be waived, and that said resolu- tion be adopted. (See Res. 88-335 on PagelO) Resolution No. 88-333 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Noes: None. Absent: Coun- cil Member Reilly. . BOARD OF BUILDING COMMISSIONERS' RESOLUTIONS - BBC MEETING OF AUGUST 5, 1988 As copies of the Board of Bui ld ing Commissioners' resolutions covering liens for abatement from decisions made at their meeting of August 5, 1988, were not avail- able in the Agenda back-up, Council Member Maudsley made a motion, seconded by Council Member Estrada and unanimously carried, that the matter be continued to the Regular Meet- ing of the Mayor and Common Counc i 1 of the Ci ty of San Bernardino, to be held September 19, 1988. (9) PUBLIC HEARING - ANIMAL APPREHENSION FEES - LARGE AND MEDIUM LIVESTOCK This is the time and place set for a public hearing concerning an increase in animal apprehension fees for large and medium livestock from $25 to $50. (12) Mayor Wilcox opened the hearing. No protests against the fees have been filed. Debbie Biggs, Director of Animal Control, answered questions, stating that the expenses incurred by the City in the apprehension of large and medium livestock are not being met with the collection of the present $25 fee. RES. 88-334 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING RESOLUTION NUMBER 86-280 TO INCREASE THE FEE FOR THE MAINTENANCE, FEEDING AND CARE OF APPREHENDED LIVESTOCK. (12) City Clerk Clark read the title of the resolution. . 8 9/6/88 , . Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Estrada and unanimously carried, that the hearing be closed. Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Estrada and unanimously carried, that further reading of the resolution be waived and that said resolution be adopted. Resolution No. 88-334 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Noes: None. Absent: Coun- cil Member Reilly. RECESS MEET ING At 9:55 a.m., Mayor Wilcox called a five-minute recess. RECONVENE MEETING At 10:00 a.m., Mayor wilcox called the Regular Meet- ing of the Mayor and Common of the City of San Bernardino to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. . ROLL CALL Roll Call was taken by Ci ty Clerk Clark wi th the following being present: Mayor Wilcox; Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; Assistant City Attorney Brue, City Clerk Clark, Acting City Administrator Robbins. Absent: Council Member Reilly. PUBLIC HEARING - FIRE PREVENTION INSPECTION FEE In a memorandum dated July 25, 1988, former Fire Chief Newcombe recommended the institution of a Fire Inspection Fee to fund needed additional personnel to perform required inspections on all structures, except single family residences, in the City at least once each year. Depending on the type of occupancy, some buildings require four inspections each year. (13) In a memorandum dated July 1, 1988, former Fire Chief Newcombe stated that the charging of a Fire Inspection Fee will fund two inspectors and one clerk to maintain the required inspections for the maintenance of life safety throughout the City. He provided a list of Fee Schedule Estimates. Richard Moon, Fire Chief, answered questions. . City Clerk Clark answered questions regarding the publishing of the notice of the public hearing in The Sun. 9 9/6/88 . Counc i 1 Member Council Member Minor hearing be closed. Flores made a motion, seconded and unanimously carried, that by the COUNCIL MEMBER ESTRADA EXCUSED Council Member Estrada left the Council Meeting. Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Flores and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary resolution. AGREEMENT RENEWAL - THE COUNSELING TEAM - EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM After discovering that the adoption of a second resolution is needed in order to renew the agreement with The Counseling Team for the Employee Assistance Program, City Clerk read the title of the following resolution. (See Page 8 for previous Council action concerning this agreement.) (8) . RES. 88-335 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNSELING TEAM FOR PROVIDING AN EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR CITY EMPLOYEES. (See Res. 88-333 - Page 8) (8) Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller, that further reading of the resolu- tion be waived and that said resolution be adopted. Resolution No. 88-335 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Counc i 1 Members Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Noes: None. Absent: Council Mem- bers Estrada, Reilly. COUNCIL MEMBER ESTRADA RETURNED Council Member Estrada returned to the Council Meet- ing and took her place at the Council Table. READING AND WAIVING OF RESOLUTIONS City Clerk Clark read the titles of the remaining resolutions on the Council Agendas. Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that further reading of the resolutions be waived. . 113 9/6/88 . RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SAN BERNARDINO CIVIC LIGHT OPERA ASSOCIATION FOR THE PROMOTION OF ARTS AND CULTURE. (Continued from August 1, 1988 - See Item 38 on Page 14) (18) Discussion ensued regarding the amount of the agree- ment reading $20,lIHHl and the memorandum dated June 28, 1988, from Thelma Press of the Mayor's Office, reading $14,000, and how the funds were to be repaid to the City. Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by cil Member Flores, that the resolution be adopted. vote was taken after discussion, see Page 11) Coun- (The C. Dale Jenks, General Manager and Producer of the San Bernardino Civic Light Opera, provided an extensive history of the financial background of the Civic Light Opera. He answered questions regarding the use and repay- ment of the requested funds, and the expenses for the operation of the theatre. . He described a series of celebrity concerts to be presented at the theatre for the community, stating that the funding would be seed money to start this project. Denice Brue, Assistant City Attorney, answered ques- tions regarding the wording of the agreement for the re- payment of the funds to the City, stating that it is not definitive enough. The motion to adopt the resolution failed following vote: Ayes: Council Members Pope-Ludlam. Noes: Council Members Estrada, Maudsley, Miller. Absent: Council Member Reilly. by the Minor, Flores, Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that the agreement concerning the Civic Light Opera be referred back to the Fine Arts Commission for a recommendation regarding the wording of the agreement for the repayment of monies to the Ci ty, and to come back to the Mayor and Common Council on September 19, 1988. Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Maudsley, that the following resolutions be adopted. . 11 9/6/88 . RES. 88-336 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AND TEDDY BEAR TYMES CHILD CARE CENTER, INC. (19) RES. 88-337 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING INVESTMENT OF CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO MONIES IN LOCAL AGENCY INVEST- MENT FUND. (21) Council Member Miller made a motion; seconded by Council Member Maudsley and unanimously carried; that the City Treasurer and Assistant City Treasurer be designated as the City's representatives authorized to deposit funds in the State Local Agency Investment Fund: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZ ING THE EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT WITH THE SAN BERNARDINO COMMUNITY AGAINST DRUGS RELATING TO FUNDING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1988':'89: (22) . (This resolution was adopt~d at this time under th~ motion of Council Member Miller, but was later rescinded. See Page 28) RES. 88-338 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO RELATING TO THE CITY'S UTILIZATION OF MINORS IN THE JUVENILE WORK PROGRAM: (23) Resolution Nos. 88-336, 88':'337 and 88':'338 were adopted_ by the following yote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor; Pope':'Ludlam; Miller: Noes: None: Absent: Council Member Reilly: Council Member Flores made a motion; seconded by Council_Member Maudsley; that the following resolutions be adopted. RES: 88-339 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHORIZ ING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH EUGENE R. HENRIKSEN, RELATING TO POLICE FIREARMS TRAINING, AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO: 88-62: (24) . 12 9/6/88 . RES. 88-3413 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2482 EN- TITLED, IN PART, "A RESOLUTION ...DESIGNATING CERTAIN STREET INTERSECTIONS WHERE A STOP IS REQUIRED..."; AND AUTHORIZING THE REMOVAL OF STOP SIGNS ON "D" STREET AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH TWENTY-EIGHTH STREET; AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 88-152. (25) RES. 88-341 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO NOTICING A PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE CREATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 17, GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG UNIVERSITY PARK- WAY, BETWEEN CAJON BOULEVARD AND THE 215 FREEWAY. (26) Council Member Flores made a motion, seconded by Council Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that the Director of Public Works/City Engineer and City Clerk be author i zed to proceed wi th the creation of Underground Utility District No. 17, generally located along Univer- sity Parkway, between Cajon Blvd. and the 215 Freeway. . RES. 88-342 - RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO NOTICING A PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE CREATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 18, GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG 7TH STREET, BE- TWEEN SIERRA WAY AND WATERMAN AVENUE. (27) Council Member Flores made a motion, seconded by Council Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that the Director of Public Works/City Engineer and City Clerk be authorized to proceed with the creation of Underground Utility District No. 18, generally located along 7th Street, between Sierra Way and Waterman Avenue. RES. 88-343 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR SUB- DIVISION TRACT NO. 12872, PHASE I, LOCATED WEST OF THE INTERSECTION OF LITTLE MOUNTAIN DRIVE AND MORGAN ROAD, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC DEDICATIONS AS SET FORTH ON SAID MAP, AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF THE STANDARD FORM OF AGREEMENT FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS IN SAID SUB- DIVISION, WITH TIME FOR PERFORMANCE SPECI- FIED. (28) . 13 9/6/88 ,,-- - . RES. 88-344 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER THE VACATION OF PORTIONS OF MAIN STREET AND BROADWAY STREET BETWEEN "I" AND "J" STREETS AND RESERVING AN EASEMENT FOR SANITARY SEWER AND APPURTENANT FACILITIES, AN EASEMENT FOR WATER LINES AND AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC UTILITIES THEREON. (29) RES. 88-345 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AWARDING A CONTRACT TO PAUL GARD- NER CORPORATION FOR MODERNIZATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS ON BASELINE STREET FROM "H" STREET TO SIERRA WAY. (30) Resolution Nos. 88-339, 88-340, 88-341, 88-342, 88- 343, 88-344 and 88-345 were adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Noes: None. Absent: Council Mem- ber Reilly. . RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AWARDING A BID TO ANGELICA RENTAL GROUP FOR THE FURNISHING AND DELIVERY OF UNIFORMS (CITY-WIDE) IN ACCORDANCE WITH BID SPECIFI- CATION F-89-08. (31) In a memorandum dated August 3, 1988, Purchasing Agent Dean Meech provided a Bid Summary Sheet for uniform service, which includes towels, cloths, seat covers and fender covers. He recommended that the services of Angelica Rental Group be retained as they have been over the past six years. Discussion ensued regarding the dollar amount of the other bids. Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that the matter concerning uniform services for the City be con- tinued to later in the afternoon in order to find out the amounts of the other bids. (See Page 21) . FEE INCREASE REQUEST FROM CIVIC LIGHT OPERA - USE OF CALIFORNIA THEATRE - CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 15, 1988 This is the time and place continued to for consi- deration of a recommendation from the Fine Arts Commission that the request of the San Bernardino Civic Light Opera Association to increase the fee by 15% for usage of the California Theatre be approved. (See Item 18 on Page 11) (38 ) 14 9/6/88 . Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion; seconded by Council Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that the San Bernardino Civic Light Opera Association be allowed to increase its fees for usage of the California Theater by 15%, as recommended by the Fine Arts Commission. COUNCIL MEMBER ESTRADA EXCUSED Council Member Estrada left the Council Meeting. READING AND WAIVING OF ORDINANCES City Clerk Clark read the titles of the ordinances on the Agenda. Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Minor and unanimously carried, that further reading of the ordinances be waived. . ORD. MC-635 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN FINAL BERNARDINO ADDING TO SECTION 9.91il.lilllil(A) (5) TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND SAFETY AND HIS/HER DESIGNEES TO ISSUE "NOTICES TO APPEAR", AND (6) TO AUTHORIZE CITY ATTORNEY INVESTIGATORS WITH THE APPROVAL OF THE DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND SAFETY TO ABATE NUISANCES PURSUANT TO CHAPTERS 15.28 AND 8.31il OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE AND (7) TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF ANIMAL CONTROL, ANIMAL LICENSE CHECKERS, ANIMAL SHELTER ATTENDANTS AND ANIMAL HEALTH TECHNI- CIANS TO ISSUE NOTICES TO APPEAR FOR Vllil- LATIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE AND (8) TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER AND HIS/HER DESIGNEES TO ISSUE "NOTICES TO APPEAR" AND (B) PROVIDING CRIMINAL PENALTIES FOR THE INTERFERENCE WITH THE PERFORMANCE OF THEIR AUTHORIZED DUTIES AND (C) TO REVIEW THIS SECTION TWENTY-FOUR MONTHS SUBSEQUENT TO ITS PASSAGE. (33) Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Minor and unanimously carried, that said ordinance be adopted. Ayes: Ludlam, Estrada Ordinance MC-635 was adopted by the following vote: Council Members Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope- Miller. Noes: None. Absent: Council Members and Reilly. . 15 9/6/88 . Council Member Flores made a motion, seconded by Council Member Minor and unanimously carried, that the fOllowing ordinances be laid over for final passage. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO FIRST AMENDING SECTION 5.04.525 SUBSECTION E OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE TO INCLUDE TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES UNDER WHOLE- SALERS FOR BUSINESS LICENSE PURPOSES. (34) Two letters were received by the City Clerk's Office questioning the calculation of business license rates according to gross receipts for temporary employment ser- vices: A letter dated February 17, 1988, from Remedy Health Services and a letter dated February 16, 1988, from Mayday Temporary Personnel. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO FIRST AMENDING SECTION 3.16.050 OF THE SAN BERNAR- DINO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO POWER OF CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND ADDING SECTION 3.16.060 RELATING TO CLAIMS REVIEW COMMITTEE AND SEC- TION 3.16.070 RELATING TO FUNCTION OF CLAIMS REVIEW COMMITTEE. (35) . ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO FIRST AMENDING SECTIONS 6.24.010 THROUGH 6.24.060; AND 6.24.170 THROUGH 6.24.180 AND REPEALING SECTION 6.24.080 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNI- CIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING YEAR TO DATE AND MULTI-YEAR DOG LICENSING. (36) Council Member Flores made a motion, seconded by Council Member Minor and unanimously carried, that the fOllowing ordinance be referred to the Legislative Review Committee for their recommendation(s). ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING SECTIONS 2.02.020 AND 2.02.030 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE. (First) (37) COUNCIL MEMBER ESTRADA RETURNED Council Member Estrada returned to the Council Meet- ing and took her place at the Council Table. . STREET VACATION - MEYERS ROAD, WEST OF LITTLE LEAGUE DRIVE - CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 15, 1988 This is the time and place continued to for consi- deration of adoption of a Negative Declaration for the vacation of a portion of Meyers Road, west of Little League Drive. (39) 16 9/6/88 . council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Flores and unanimously carried, that the Nega- tive Declaration for the vacation of a portion of Meyers Road, west of Little League Drive, be adopted; and that a finding be made that the vacation of a portion of Meyers Road, west of Little League Drive, is consistent with the Interim Policy Document. AYSO SOCCER PARK - PACIFIC AND ORANGE - REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT - CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 15, 1988 This is the time and place continued to for consi- deration of a request from Roger Itaya, Regional Commis- sioner of the American Youth Soccer Organization for financial support and ballfield maintenance of the AYSO Park located at Pacific and Orange Streets. (413) In a letter dated August 12, 1988, Annie Ramos, Director of Parks and Recreation, notified James Robbins, Acting City Administrator, of the amount of costs incurred by the City in maintaining the AYSO soccer fields. Annie Ramos, Director of Parks and Recreation, an- swered questions regarding the maintenance costs. . Mayor Wilcox stated that she had contacted the San Bernardino City Unified School District, and requested that the matter be continued to September 19, 1988, for further information regarding their participation in main- taining the soccer field. Council Member Maudsley made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the matter concerning the AYSO Park be continued to the Regu- lar Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino to be held September 19, 1988, in order to hear from the San Bernardino City Unified School District; and that the Parks and Recreation Department be instructed to mow the lawn one more time. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING SECTION 8.36.13313 SUBSECTION (A) OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE TO REMOVE THE EXEMPTION FROM ABATEMENT OF VEHICLES STORED BEHIND A FENCE OR WALL. (Final) (32) Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that the ordinance be continued until later in the afternoon. (See Page 18) . 17 9/6/88 . COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY - REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Community Development Commission/Redevelopment Agency was called to order by Chairman wilcox in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY BRUE EXCUSED Assistant City Attorney Brue left the Council Meeting and was replaced by Senior Assistant City Attorney Barlow. SETTING OF PUBLIC HEARING - YWCA - SALE OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY - CENTRAL CITY EAST - 566 NORTH LUGO STREET, YWCA FACILITY I n a memorandum dated September 1, 1988, James Rob- bins, Acting Executive Director of the Redevelopment Agency, requested that a joint public hearing be set re- garding the sale or lease of property to the YWCA upon which their facility is located at 566 North Lugo Street in the Central City East project area. (RS-l) . Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pope-Ludlam and unanimously carried, that a joint pUblic hearing to consider the sale or lease of real property among the City of San Bernardino, the Redevelop- ment Agency and the Young Women's Christian Association, be set for 11:00 a.m., Monday, September 19, 1988. SENIOR ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY BARLOW EXCUSED Senior Assistant City Attorney Barlow left the Coun- cil Meeting and was replaced by Assistant City Attorney Brue. ORD. MC-636 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN FINAL BERNARDINO AMENDING SECTION 8.36.030 SUB- SECTION (A) OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL CODE TO REMOVE THE EXEMPTION FROM ABATEMENT OF VEHICLES STORED BEHIND A FENCE OR WALL. (Continued from earlier in meeting - See Page 17) (32) Mark Sutton, Director of Building & Safety, answered questions regarding the current restriction of code en- forcement due to fences or walls. Council Member Maudsley made a motion, seconded by Council Member Minor and unanimously carried, that said ordinance be adopted. . Ordinance MC-636 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Noes: None. Absent: Council Mem- ber Reilly. 18 9/6/88 . RECESS MEETING At 12: 05 p.m., Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Council Member Flores and unanimously carried, that the meeting recess to the Luncheon Workshop in the Redevelopment Agency Board Room. RECONVENE MEETING At 12:30 p.m., Mayor wilcox called the Luncheon Work- shop to order in the Redevelopment Agency Board Room, Fourth Floor, City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernar- dino, California. ROLL CALL Roll Call was taken with the following being present: Mayor Wilcox; Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; Deputy Ci ty Attorney Empeno, Jr., Deputy City Clerk Lang, Acting City Administrator Robbins. Absent: Council Member Reilly. . Also present were: Richard Bennecke, Executive Assistant to the Mayor; Phil Arviso, Executive Assistant to the Council; Jim Richardson, Deputy City Administrator; Mike Loehr, Interim Planning Director; Fred Wilson, Assistant to the City Administrator; Vincent Bautista, Principal Planner; Valerie Ross, Planner; John Hoeger, Redevelopment Agency; Scott Shira, San Bernardino City Unified School District; Wade Byars, CAC; Jim Mulvilhill, CAC; Richard Valdez, CAC; Brenda Frederick, CAC; Cheryl Brown, Planning Commission; Ruben Lopez, Planning Commis- sion; Cher Snyder and Erica Vandenbran of the South Coast Air Quality Management District. GENERAL PLAN LUNCHEON WORKSHOP - PRESENTATION - SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT This is the time and place set for a luncheon work- shop concerning the General Plan with a presentation from the South Coast Air Quality Management District. (42) Erica Vandenbran of the South Coast Air Quality Man- agement District, spoke in advocation of Resolution No. 87-12 of the South Coast Air Quality Management District Board, recommending that cities and counties include an air quality element in their General Plans. She prov ided a handout enti tled, "What Ci ties Can do to Help Reduce Air Pollution: The Clean Cities Plan", and a "Draft - Suggested Air Quality Actions for Local Juris- dictions" for the City to consider when going through the General Plan process. . 19 9/6/88 . Cher Snyder of the South Coast Air Quality Management District spoke regarding the official release of the Draft Air Quality Management Plan next week, which will be followed by workshops and hear ings for public comments. The final plan should be submitted some time in December. Draft Appendix IV-A, Tiers I and II, regarding Con- trol Measures dated June, 1988, and Draft Appendix IV-G, regarding Transportation, Land Use and Energy Conservation Measures dated May, 1988, both of the 1988 Revision of the "Air Quality Management Plan", were provided. The "Path to Clean Air: Policy Proposal for the 1988 Air Quality Management Plan", dated June, 1988, which included a summary of proposed measures, major policy issues and public participation recommendations was handed out. . "The Path to Clean Air: Attainment Strategies 1987" and an "Air Quality Handbook for Preparing Environmental Impact Reports", revised April, 1987, were presented. Page 6 of "The Path to Clean Air: Attainment Strategies 1987" was discussed. It was noted that the bar graph depicting pollutant levels shows that Los Angeles County is the only reg ion in the country tha t exceeds the federal ni trogen dioxide standard (N02) of 5.3+. San Bernardino is moni- tored at 4.0 - 5.3. Ms. Snyder answered questions regarding the amount of pOllution caused by trucks and buses as opposed to auto- mobiles. She stated that a toll free telephone number l-800-CUT-SMOG has been implemented for reporting of vehicles with high emission. Discussion ensued regarding certain areas designated as pedestrian zones with restricted vehicular traffic. The possible linkage of the Hospitality Lane area, Inland Center Mall and the Central City Mall was discussed, along with means of public transportation. No formal action was taken. RECESS LUNCHEON WORKSHOP At 1:30 p.m., Council Member Maudsley made a motion, seconded by Council Member Minor and unanimously carried, that the luncheon workshop recess until 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. . RECONVENE MEETING At 2: 11 p.m., Mayor wilcox called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. 20 9/6/88 . ROLL CALL Roll Call was taken by Ci ty Clerk Clark wi th the following being present: Mayor Wilcox; Council Members Estrada, Reilly, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; Assistant City Attorney Brue, City Clerk Clark, Acting City Administrator Robbins. Absent: Council Mem- ber Reilly. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO SUPPORTING THE DESIGN REVISION TO THE ROUTE 30/330 INTERCHANGE BY ELIMINATING ACCESS AT PACIFIC STREET AND CREATING ACCESS AT CENTRAL AVENUE. (Continued from August 15, 1988) (14) Bob Pote from Caltrans gave a map presentation re- garding the proposed changes in Route 330. He stated that they are not trying to promote a local service interchange at Central Avenue, but are simply showing it as one of three alternatives. He answered questions regarding the placement of freeway off ramps. Roger Hardgrave, City Engineer, answered questions. . Council Member Maudsley made a motion, seconded by Council Member Minor and unanimously carried, that the matter be continued to the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Counc il of the Ci ty of San Bernard ino to be held September 19, 1988; and that the City Engineer report back as soon as possible regarding the traffic situation on Arden Avenue and provide preliminary traffic impact data regarding Central Avenue. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AWARDING A BID TO ANGELICA RENTAL GROUP FOR THE FURNISHING AND DELIVERY OF UNIFORMS (CITY-WIDE) IN ACCORDANCE WITH BID SPECIFI- CATION F-89-08. (Continued from earlier in meeting - See Page 14) (31) Council Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- cil Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the reso- lution be continued to the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council to be held September 19, 1988, for more information regarding the cost of the service and other bid amounts. . 21 9/6/88 . HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - EMPLOYMENT PREPAREDNESS PROJECT - AUTHORIZATION TO CLOSE FUND AND TRANSFER MONIES In a memorandum dated August 17, 1988, Ken Henderson, Director of Community Development, described the condi- tions of funding provided to the Hispanic Chamber of Com- merce for an Employment Preparedness project. Various attempts by the City to have the conditions of funding met by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce have received no response. (43) Discussion was held regarding the need for further information on the project. Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that the matter be continued to the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino to be held September 19, 1988. . PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES - AUGUST 18, 1988 In the absence of Council Member Reilly, Chairman of the Personnel Commi ttee, Council Member Minor presented the minutes of the Personnel Committee Meeting held August 18, 1988, at which time the following items were discus- sed: (44) 1. Split of Civil Committee received continued thi s item (See attachment #1) Service/Personnel - The a progress report and to September 22, 1988. 2. Drug Testing Policy - The Committee re- ceived a thorough and excellent briefing of the proposed drug screening program. The Directors of Personnel and Risk Management have been asked to address several concerns of the Committee and report back at the January 5, 1989, Personnel Committee meeting. (See attachment #2) 3. Filling Existing City Attorney Contract Position - The Committee recommended approval of the contract agreement arrangement for filling the Litigation Contract Attorney's position. (See attachment #3) . 22 9/6/88 '!' . 4. Filling Legal Secretary position - The Committee concurred with the City Attorney's recommendation to fill the Legal Secretary II position at the recommended range and step. (See attachment #3) 5. Filling Deputy City Attorney II position - The Committee concurred with City Attor- ney's recommendation to fill the Deputy City Attorney II position at the recommended range and step. (See attachment #3). Denice Brue, Assistant City Attorney, answered ques- tions regarding the filling of the Contract Attorney posi- tion. The applicant has decided to remain at his present posi tion, which is why Item #20 on the Agenda has been deleted. Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Estrada and unanimously carried, that the minutes of the Council Personnel Committee meeting of August 18, 1988, be received and filed. . LEGISLATIVE REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES - AUGUST 18, 1988 In the absence of Council Member Reilly, Council Member Minor presented the minutes of the Legislative Review Committee Meeting held August 18, 1988, at which time the fOllowing items were discussed: (45) 1. Proposed Newsrack Ordinance - The Commit- tee recommended that this item be presented to the Mayor and Council at the September 6, 1988, Council Meeting to set a time and date for a pUblic hearing. (See Item #2 - Page 3) 2. Proposed Ordinance Relative to Exceptions From the Prohibition Against Unlawful Noises Within the City - The Committee continued this item to September 22, 1988, to permit the City Attorney to further research the vague and ambiguous content of the ordinance to assure that it is enforceable. The Committee agreed that there should be an enforceable ordinance to address unlawful noises until such time that an ordinance can be drafted to meet a standard established pursuant to the General Plan Update EIR noise element. . 23 9/6/88 . Problems concerning noise on the West Side were dis- cussed. 3. Ordinance to Limit Cam ai n Contributions - ThlS ltem contlnued to Septem er 88. 4. Discussion Regarding City's Demolition POlicy - The Director of Building and Safety advised the Committee that the current demo- lition policy in the municipal codes ade- quately addresses the abatement and demoli- tion of dangerous and unsafe buildings. The Commi ttee was also advised that the depart- ment has established procedures and a mechan- ism pursuant to municipal codes by which to enforce this policy. Denice Brue, Assistant City Attorney, answered ques- tions regarding the proposed ordinance and exceptions from the prohibition against unlawful noises within the City. Council Member Maudsley made a motion, seconded by Council Member Flores and unanimously carried, that the minutes of the Legislative Review Committee meeting held August 18, 1988, be received and filed. . WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES - AUGUST 22, 1988 Council Member Estrada, Chairwoman of the Ways and Means Committee, presented the minutes of their meeting held August 22, 1988, at which time the following items were discussed: (46) 1. Parking District Funding Report - Item continued. Mr. Wayne Overstreet was tasked to provide as much information as possible regarding past surveys at the September 12 meeting. The general consensus was that the parking issue had been "studied to death". Ms. Ann Harris agreed to make a presentation to the Parking District Commission and Mr. George Webster agreed to report back to the Ways and Means Commi ttee wi th their respon- ses, concerns and recommendations for the September 26 meeting. Attached is the report presented to the Committee. 2. Request to Reduce Purchase Pr ice of Kel- logg Library - Elijah Singletary - Item con- tinued to September 12. City Attorney's review had not been completed. . 24 9/6/88 . 3: Admission Tax Item continued: Mr. Burdick from Twin Cinema Theater expressed opposition indicating that theaters were the target of this tax. Mr. Quiel, roller rink owner, expressed support but questioned the exclusion of non-profit organizations, such as the Civic Light Opera, from the tax. The Committee requested further research, review and recommendations for taxing non-profit organizations and the Orange Show. Collec- tion methods, structuring of a system and impact on the City Clerk are to be included in the report to be presented on September 26 to the Committee. Phil Arvizo will provide a package of information regarding the Admis- sion Tax to the Chamber of Commerce for their perusal and dissemination. . 4. Program Expansion Proposal and Fee Adjustments - (Copy Charges) Item continued. The Committee received the report attached and requested an actual assessment of costs incurred. The objective would be to provide a formula, in coordination with the Finance Director, to identify the cost of equipment use, research and production of copies to conform with state law. A form is in development that will provide this informa- tion. Charges would be uniform in all departments that provide this service. 5. City-Owned Leased Real Property - Item continued. The Committee is systematically rev iewing ci ty proper ties and will, in the near future, recommend to the Council some properties for sale, others for possible trade with other government entities, and some to retain. Further study will take place and be presented at the September 12 meeting. 6. Inspection Report on Property - Garden State Paper Company, 181 South "G" Street - The Committee received and filed this report. This is one of the properties to be discussed per Item 5. . 25 9/6/88 . 7. Tourist/Convention Bureau (Pending Item) - The Committee discussed the need for the Chamber of Commerce to present a specific plan wi th measurable elements and account- ability. There was a consensus that this i tern be referred, through these minutes, to the full Council at the September 6, meet- ing. In a letter dated August 30, 1988, Les Dabritz, Executive Vice President of the San Bernardino Area Cham- ber of Commerce, requested that the request of the Chamber for possible funding of the Convention and Visitor Bureau be scheduled for the September 19, 1988, meeting of the Mayor and Common Council, in order for key Chamber leaders to be present. Laur ie Aldern, commi ttee concerning swered questions. a member of the disbanded steering the Tourist/Convention Bureau, an- . Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that the matter concerning the Tourist/Convention Bureau be refer- red back to the Ways and Means Committee, and that the members of the Convention Bureau Steering Committee be invited to attend. Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council Member Minor and unanimously carried, that the minutes of the Ways and Means Committee meeting held August 22, 1988, be received and filed. OVERALL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN - APPROVAL AND ADOPTION - AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT PLAN TO U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION - CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 15, 1988 This is the time and place continued to for consi- deration of the Overall Economic Development Plan, which defines local economic development goals and strategies. (41) Ken Henderson, Director of Community answered questions regarding special impact criteria that must be met by projects Development Administration funding. Development, areas and the for Economic . 26 9/6/88 . Discussion ensued regarding available regarding the funding conducting a survey. studies and information and the possibility of Staff was requested to take preliminary steps to get information from the Economic Development Administration. Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Estrada and unanimously carried, that the Ci ty Overall Economic Development Plan be approved and adopted; and that the Director of Community Development be directed to submit said plan to the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration. COUNCIL MEMBER MILLER EXCUSED Council Member Miller left the Council Meeting. HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - FUNDING FOR SEPTEMBER 16TH FIESTA In a memorandum dated August 30, 1988, Council Member Estrada recommended the allocation of $15,000 to the His- panic Chamber of Commerce for use in the Diez y Seis de September Fiesta. (See Item 3 on Page 4) (S-2) . In a letter dated March 25, President of the Hispanic Chamber proposed budget for thi s year I s $70,000. He requested $30,000 City. 1988, Alfredo Gonzales, of Commerce, provided a fiesta, which exceeds in assistance from the The Mayor and Common Counc i 1 discussed the need to have Ci ty funded events report back so that the Ci ty can review the expenditure of the funds. Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Estrada and unanimously carried, that the sum of $15,000 be allocated to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for use in the Diez y Seis de Septiembre Fiesta, with the understanding that the monies are to come from Fine Arts cultural development fees, and a report is to come back to the Mayor and Common Council within 90 days from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce regarding the appli- cation of the funds. . BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS - AUTHORIZATION TO ACT AS RECEIVER FOR AND SERVE WATER TO CARDIFF FARMS MUTUAL WATER COMPANY In a memorandum dated August 25, 1988, Bernard Kersey of the Board of Water Commissioners, stated that the County of San Bernardino Environmental Heal th Department has requested the Water Department to act as a court- appointed receiver for Cardiff Farms Mutual Water Company, Superior Court Case No. 244293. (S-5) 27 9/6/88 . He explained that the County is bringing action against Cardiff for failure to meet requirements of the Cali fornia Health and Safety Code wi thin their serv ice area south of Third Street, between Lena Road and Tippe- canoe Avenue, outside the corporate limits of the City. This area is within the City's sphere for water and sewer service, as set forth in joint powers agreements between East Valley Water District, the City and the Board of Water Commissioners. The Water Department would install an intertie to Cardiff's distribution system and supply water from its system, rather than trying to operate their wells and boosters. Water rates would cover all costs. COUNCIL MEMBER MILLER RETURNED Council Member Miller returned to the Council Meeting and took her place at the Council Table. . Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Estrada and unanimously carried, that the matter concerning the Board of Water Commissioners acting as receiver for, and serving water to Cardiff Farms Mutual Water Company, be continued to the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council to be held September 19, 1988. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AUTHOR I ZING THE EXECUT ION OF THE AGREEMENT WITH THE SAN BERNARDINO COMMUNITY AGAINST DRUGS RELATING TO FUNDING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1988-89. (Continued from earlier in meeting - See Page 12) (22) Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller and unanimously carried, that said resolution, which was adopted earlier in the meeting, be reconsidered. Jim RObbins, questions regarding the same each year. Acting City Administrator, answered the amount of requested funding being Discussion ensued regarding provide and the proposed budget Community Against Drugs. wha t these for the San funds will Bernardino . 28 9/6/88 . Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller and unanimously carried, that said resolution be continued to the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino to be held September 19, 1988, for a copy of the budget to be presented. Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the adoption of the resolution earlier in the meeting, be rescinded. RECESS MEETING - CLOSED SESSION At 4:00 p.m., Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Flores and unanimously carried, that the meeting recess to Closed Session pursuant to the following: Government Code Section 54956.8 to give instructions to the City's negotiator regarding negotiations with the County of San Bernardino concerning the purchase/sale/ exchange/lease of the property located at Pacific and Arden (Patton Park Property); (Cont. from 8/15/88) (See Item 15 - Page 32) (47) . Government Code Section 54957 to consider personnel matters; (48) Government Code Section 54957.6 to meet designated representatives regarding labor matters; (See Item 16 & 17 on Page 32) with its relations (49 ) Government Code Section 54956.9(b) (1) to its attorney regarding pending litigation significant exposure to litigation; confer wi th as there is (50) Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to confer attorney regarding pending litigation, which initiated formally to which the City is a follows: (51 & S-6 & with its has been party as AS-2) Hi~hland Hills Homeowners Association vs. City of San BernardIno, et al - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 232278; City of San Bernardino vs. California Construction Management, Inc., et al - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 238755; Saldecke, et al vs. City of San Bernardino, et al - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 236836; . 29 9/6/88 . Cable Lake Association vs. Cit of San Bernardino _ San Bernardlno Super lor Court Case Nos. 23971 and 2396 9; City of San Bernardino vs. Club, Inc. San Bernardino 239193; San Bernardino Baseball Superior Court Case No. Stubblefield Construction Company, et al vs. City of San Bernardino, et al - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 232998; Daub and Gordon vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 242433; Deyon vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. C 236411; Boneli vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. C 236473; Juan Manuel Sanchez vs. City of San Bernardino _ United States District Court Case No. CV87-2291 AWT (Bx); Charles H. Brown vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 243087; . Lewis vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 234180; Wagoner vs. Flocken - San Bernardino Superior Court Case Nos. 233161 and 137160; Sock Dawson, et al vs. City of San Bernardino, et al - United States District Court Case No. SA 88-461 AHS (RWRx) ; Rowan vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 235647; Pedersen vs. City of San Bernardino - San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. 233820; wi 11 iam vs. Clark - San Bernard ino Super ior Court Case No. 239714; Government Code Section 54956.9(c) to confer with its attorney regarding pending litigation so that Council may decide whether to initiate litigation. (52) . 30 9/6/88 . CLOSED SESSION Mayor wilcox called the Closed Session to order in the Conference Room of the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. ROLL CALL Roll Call was taken with the following being present: Mayor Wilcox; Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; Assistant City Attorney Brue, Acting City Administrator Robbins. Absent: Council Mem- ber Reilly, City Clerk Clark. DIRECTOR OF PERSONNEL JOHNSON ARRIVED Director of Personnel Johnson arrived at the Closed Session. CITY ATTORNEY PENMAN ARRIVED City Attorney Penman arrived at the Closed Session and replaced Assistant City Attorney Brue. DIRECTOR OF PERSONNEL JOHNSON EXCUSED Director of Personnel Johnson left the Closed Ses- sion. . CITY CLERK CLARK ARRIVED City Clerk Clark arrived at the Closed Session. COUNCIL MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM EXCUSED Council Member Pope-Ludlam left the Closed Session. ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY BRUE RETURNED Assistant City Attorney Brue returned to the Closed Session. COUNCIL MEMBER POPE-LUDLAM RETURNED Council Member Pope-Ludlam returned to the Council Meeting. CITY CLERK CLARK EXCUSED City Clerk Clark left the Closed Session. RECESS CLOSED SESSION At 5:20 p.m., the Closed Session recessed Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council City of San Bernardino. to the of the RECONVENE MEETING At 5:20 p.m., Mayor wilcox called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. . 31 9/6/88 . ROLL CALL Roll Call was taken with the following being present: Mayor Wilcox; Council Members Estrada, Flores, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam; City Attorney Penman, City Clerk Clark, Acting Ci ty Admini stra tor Robbins; Absent: Coun- cil Members Reilly, Miller. Council c il Member adopted. Member Minor made a motion, seconded by Coun- Flores that the following resolutions be . RES. 88-346 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING RESOLUTION 6413 ENTITLED IN PART "A RESOLUTION...ESTABLISHING A BASIC COMPENSATION PLAN..."; BY PROVIDING A 3% WAGE INCREASE FOR SAID GENERAL EMPLOYEES RETRO- ACTIVE TO THE PAYROLL PERIOD BEGINNING JULY 4, 1988, AS PART OF THE NEGOTIATED MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING. (Continued from August 15, 1988) (See Item #49 on Page 29) (16) RES. 88-347 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO IMPLEMENTING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN BERNAR- DINO AND EMPLOYEES IN THE GENERAL EMPLOYEES BARGAINING UNIT OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO REPRESENTED BY AFSCME. (Continued from August 15, 1988) (See Item #49 on Page 29) (17) Resolution Nos. 88-346 and 88-347 following vote: Ayes: Council Flores ,Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam. sent: Council Members Reilly, Miller. were adopted by the Members Estrada, Noes: None. Ab- COUNCIL MEMBER MILLER RETURNED Council Member Miller returned to the Council Meeting and took her place at the Council Table. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO RENEWING THE COMMITTMENT TO COMPLETE DEVELOP- MENT OF THE PATTON PARK PROPERTY AND TO DESIGNATE THE PARK DEVELOPMENT FEE FUND, AND THE CITY 'S ALLOCAT IONS THROUGH STATE AND/OR FEDERAL PARK DEVELOPMENT FUNDS AS POTENTIAL SOURCES FOR FUNDING THE COMPLETION. (Con- tinued from August 15, 1988) (See Item 47- Page 29) (15) . Council Member Flores made a motion, seconded by Council Member Maudsley and unanimously carried, that said resolution be continued to the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino to be held September 19, 1988. 32 9/6/88 . RECESS MEETING At 5:20 p.m., Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Minor and unanimously carried, that the meeting adjourned to 6:00 p.m. at Sturges Auditorium, 796 North "E" Street, San Bernardino, California, for a pUblic hearing to discuss police com- munity relations. RECONVENE MEETING At 6:16 p.m., Mayor Wilcox called the Regular Meeting to order in the Sturges Auditorium, 796 North "E" Street, San Bernardino, California. ROLL CALL Roll Call was taken by Ci ty Clerk Clark wi th the following being present: Mayor Wilcox; Council Members Estrada, Maudsley, Minor, Pope-Ludlam, Miller; Assistant City Attorney Brue, City Clerk Clark, Acting City Admin- istrator Robbins. Absent: Council Members Reilly and Flores. . PUBLIC HEARING - POLICE COMMUNITY RELATIONS - STURGES AUDITORIUM - 796 NORTH "E" STREET This is the time and place set for a pUblic hearing to discuss police community relations. (53) Mayor wilcox open the hearing. Mayor Wilcox explained that her Special Blue Ribbon Commi ttee was appointed to enhance the relations between the Police Department and every neighborhood in the City. The Special Blue Ribbon Committee was directed to look into every facet of the police system, invite all residents of the City to testify and relate their experi- ences and concerns wi th recommendations to the Mayor and Common Council. With regard to the hearing, the Mayor stated a five minute time limitation would apply to each speaker unless extended by the Council. Johnettia Herndon, 1654 "w" 10th Street, San Bern- ardino, California, spoke of the violent crime she had been subjected to by Willie Dawson who stabbed her 17 times and how a victim of a violent crime is forgotten by society. . Tracy Cole, 1654 "w" 10th California, the son of Johnettia the violent attack on his mother frightened he was. Street, San Bernardino, Herndon spoke recalling stating how helpless and 33 9/6/88 . Luis Abrego, 2481 Harrison, San Bernardino, Calif- ornia, a member of the Neighborhood Watch Program, expres- sed appreciation for the Police Department in providing information on crime prevention, personal security and in the area of gang activity. Mr. Abrego sta ted that the Pol ice Department should be expanded both financially and geographically to better meet the needs of the community. Denice Brue, Assistant City Attorney, answered ques- tions stating that the Council may comment on the public statements as long as the comments are not on any parti- cular case which is in litigation. Donald Burnett, Chief of Police, answered questions stating that the Police Department is conducting a survey of time available to police officers in the field in order to provide the level of service the community desires. Jim questions allocated Robbins, Acting City Administrator, stating that approximately 30% of the to the Police Department. answered budget is . Discussion ensued regarding the level of service the community desires from the police department and the effect of the increase of police services resulting in a decrease of other public services due to Proposition 13. It was pointed out that San Bernardino has one police officer per 380 citizens and Riverside has one per 470. Sharon Brown, 1576 Colorado Street, San Bernard ino, California, spoke of the daily and nightly shootings on the Westside. She sa id that the Communi ty needs leader- ship in solving some of the crime and drug problems they are faced with but that the hands of the police have been tied by screams of racism and brutality. Harry L. Jacks, 1256 W. Baseline, San Bernardino, California, President of the Westside Action Group stated the police are doing an excellent job but there are some "bad apples". He recalled var ious incidents of unneces- sary force used by police officers on the Westside. Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller, that the time be extended for two-minutes to allow Mr. Jacks to continue to speak under Public Comments. . 34 9/6/88 . The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Estrada, Maudsley, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Noes: Council Member Minor. Absent: Council Member Reilly and Flores. Mr. Jacks continued to speak of various incidents of unnecessary force used by police officers on the Westside. Leta Pezant, 1514 W. Evans, San Bernardino, Calif- ornia, spoke of being a victim of a violent crime and how the victim is forgotten in society. She read an article from the Sun newspaper giving statistics of the ethnic background or those individuals committing crimes in the City and stated that the Sun gives the impression that most crime is committed by blacks. Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller, that the time be extended to allow Ms. Pezant to continue to speak for three minutes. . The motion carr ied by the following vote: Council Members Estrada, Maudsley, Pope-Ludlam, Noes: Council Member Minor. Absent: Council Reilly and Flores. Ayes: Mi ller. Members MS. Pezant stated the real losers are the good police officers and criticized the Mayor's appointments to the Blue Ribbon Committee. Mar ia Anna Gonzales, 350 W. Fi fth Street, Ste. 206, San Bernard ino, Cali fornia, Insti tute for Social Justice, praised the community for taking action and expressing their concerns for their community. She also criticized the Blue Ribbon Committee as not having the necessary representation. Attorney Allen Bartleman, 5572 N. Thistle, San Bern- ardino, California, stated that he represents Charles Brown who was shot by a San Bernardino Police Officer last November. He spoke of how the communi ty perceives the pol ice department as being racist. He suggested that the officers be trained in racial issues and that more minor- ities be recruited into the police department. . Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pope-Ludlam, that the time be extended to allow Mr. Bartleman to continue to speak. 35 9/6/88 . The Counc il Members Members motion failed by the following vote: Members Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Noes: Estrada, Maudsley, Minor. Absent: Reilly, Flores. Ayes: Council Council Ratibu Shadidi, also known as W. H. Bill Jacocks, 19694 Kauri Ave, Rialto, California, requested clarifica- tion as to why the Willie Dawson case could not be dis- cussed and was pulled off the Council Agenda of September 6, 1988. James Penman, City Attorney, answered questions stating that it was not appropriate to discuss or have on the agenda an item that specifically relates to a lawsuit such as the Willie Dawson case. Mr. Shadidi (Jacocks) recommended that the Black Community, as a result of lack of confidence, request the dismissal of Donald Burnett, Chief of Police, and request an independent investigation. . A. David Hendricks, 25289 E. Court Street, San Bern- ardino, California, San Bernardino, City School District Language Student, spoke of the double standard that exists in the community where chi ldren are told to say no to drugs at the same time the parents are users themselves. He also complained about the lack of available to the youth and cited skateboarding ing as two pastimes that have been taken away. activities and cruis- Ri ta M. Hernandez, President Neighborhood Watch As- sociation, 696 W. Seventh Street, San Bernardino, Calif- ornia, expressed support for the Chief of Police and the Pol ice Department. She stated that the Pol ice Department has worked closly with the communi ty Neighborhood Watch Program. Robert Hampton, 2557 Pennsylvania, San Bernardino, California, expressed support of the Police Department and suggested that the communi ty work together to better the neighborhood. . Wallace Allen, Publisher, Westside Story Newspaper, 1830 W. 30th Street, San Bernardino, California, made recommendations of creating an atmosphere of justice among the Wests ide community; that a Westside Community Police Review Board be created with representation from the public, senior citizens, and the youth; that there be intense recruiting of minorities on the police force with representation at policy creating levels; and that training be provide for the police staff in cultural and lifestyle differences. 36 9/6/88 ,--- " . Jurlean McGinnis, 1624 N. Susie Lane, San Bernardino, Cal ifornia, spoke of the lack of support and low atten- dance rate from the Community regarding the Community Neighborhood Watch meetings and the need for neighborhoods to get involved for the betterment of their community. Ruben X. Herndon, 2000 Jubilee Court, San Bernardino, California, spoke of his contributions to the youth and the drug problems on the Westside. He spoke of members of his family being victims of violent crime on the part of the pol ice department when Donald Burnett was Chief in Pomona and read scripture from the Holy Koran. Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pope-Ludlam to extend the time for Mr. Herndon to continue to speak under the Public Comments. The Council Members Reilly, motion Members Maudsley, Flores. failed by the following vote: Estrada, Pope-Ludlam. Noes: Minor, Miller. Absent: Council Ayes: Council Members . Roger Dumas, also known as The Sword, 231 E. Ninth Street, San Bernardino, California, spoke of a plan that would improve the relationship of the pOlice department and the community. He suggested that the Mayor and Council take a firm position in writing against all forms of civil rights abuse by any public servant and to remove that individual from service if found guilty; he advocated the decentralization of the police department and the appointment of a Captain for each of the seven wards. Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pope-Ludlam to extend the time to allow Mr. Dumas to continue to speak. The Council Members Reilly, motion failed by the following vote: Members Estrada, Pope-Ludlam. Noes: Maudsley, Minor, Miller. Absent: Council Flores. Ayes: Council Members Mary E. Johnson, President NAACP, 1321 W. Street, San Bernardino, California, suggested that Charter be amended to grant the Police Commission authority for hiring and firing of the Chief of Police policy setting in the police department. 21st the the and . James L. Martin, NAACP WestCoast Regional Director, 2480 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California, spoke re- garding the incidents involving racial violence by offi- cers of the law. 37 9/6/88 . Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion; seconded by Council Member Estrada to extend the time to allow Mr; Martin to continue to speak. The motion Council Members Noes: Council Reilly, Flores. carried by the following vote: Estrada, Maudsley, Pope-Ludlam, Member Minor. Absent: Council Ayes: Miller. Members Mr. Martin continued to speak reassuring the commu- nity that they would have his support regarding these issues. Art Townsend, President, WestCoast Black Publishers Association, 1677 W. Baseline, San Bernardino, Calif- ornia, spoke of various cases in the City of unjustified Police shootings and other "dumb" decisions of the Police Department. Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Estrada to extend the time to allow Mr. Townsend to continue to speak. . The motion Council Members Noes: Council Reilly, Flores. carried by the following vote: Estrada, Maudsley, Pope-Ludlam, Member Minor. Absent Council Ayes: Miller. Members Johnny L. Bell, 1157 North "H" Street, San Bernar- dino, California, complimented Mr. Ruben Herndon for his contr ibutions to the Westside Community and spoke of various incidents he has had with the police department. Council Member Estrada made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pope-Ludlam to extend the time for one minute to allow Mr. Bell to continue to speak. The motion Council Members Members Maudsley, Reilly, Flores. failed by the following vote: Estrada, Pope-Ludlam. Noes: Minor, Miller. Absent: Council Ayes: Council Members Johnny R. Kimbrough, 871 S. Idyllwild Avenue, Rialto, California, stated that families and the community should work together in prov id ing a more posi ti ve role for the young people. He spoke regarding incidents of pOlice violence against youths and the shooting of racial epithets by officers on patrol. . 38 9/6/88 . Theresa Newham, 1463 Sepulveda, San Bernardino, California, spoke of the attitude of the Police Department towards the poor in the community. She complained of an incident where she felt the department was unresponsive. Council Member Miller made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pope-Ludlam to extend the time for one minute to allow Ms. Newham to continue to speak. The Counc il Council Reilly, motion failed by the following vote: Members Estrada, Pope-Ludlam, Miller. Members Maudsley, Minor. Absent: Council Flores. Ayes: Noes: Members Susan Johnson, 5988 Sundance, San Bernardino, Calif- ornia, spoke supporting the Police Department. She spoke of how citizens in her community had worked together to sol ve some problems they were faced wi th and suggested that the same type of action should be taken on the West- side. . Brian Townsend, 1677 W. Baseline Street, San Bern- ardino, California, suggested that an advisory committee be established to independently investigate the concerns of the community and that the hiring and promotion policy of the police department be changed to include more minor- ities. Rev. Tom Gates, a former pOlice officer, 795 W. Vine Street, San Bernardino, California, spoke of how today's youth are starving for attention. He stated that he has members of various gangs living in his home and that the leaders of the communi ty should stop playing pol i tical baseball with peoples' lives. Roy Bouchard, 2424 E. California, complained of the from the San Bernardino Police Monterey, San harassment he Department. Bernardino, had r ece i ved Juanita Washington, 1659 W. 23rd Street, San Bern- ard ino, Cal i fornia, expressed her support for the pol ice department and the fine job they are doing. Donald Burnett, Chief of Police, read from a prepared speech in which he indicated that he would address those concerns expressed by the community of officers where unnecessary force or deadly force is used. . He stated that proper training in the areas of inter- personal relationships, crlS1S intervention, arrest con- trol techniques and policy guidelines can reduce those instances of unjustified force. 39 9/6/88 "!"'" . Chief Burnett requested the Mayor grant an extention of the five minute speakers limitation. The Mayor and Common Council discussed the formation and appointments to the Special Blue Ribbon Committee. The Mayor read the following names as members of the Special Blue Ribbon Committee: Faye Rodgers, Sharon Brown, Hector O'Campo, Carlos Huesca, Art Townsend, Jack Jacquet, Garciano Gomez, Carole Main, Jim Sivelle, Jim Urata, Esther Mata, Re~ & Mrs. Horace Ross, Chris Crawford, Robert Hampton, and Mary Johnson. ADJOURN MEETING At 9:15 p.m., Council Member Pope-Ludlam made a motion, seconded by Council Member Miller and unanimously carried, that the meeting be adjourned to September 14, 1988, at 9:00 a.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 300 North "D" Street, San Bernardino, California. (54) . ~~ City Clerk ~ ~~7 No. of Hours: 10 No. of Items: 66 . 40 9/6/88