03/13/2018 CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
CITY COUNCIL AND CITY COUNCIL AS
HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY
MINUTES a MARCH 13, 2018
Council Chambers Regular Meeting 6:00 PM
Grand Terrace Civic Center. 22795 Barton Road
CALL TO ORDER
Convene City Council and City Council as the Housing Successor Agency
INVOCATION
The Invocation was given by Pastor Tim Isom of Faithway Fellowship Church of the
Nazarene.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by a member of Boy Scouts Troop 40.
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Darcy McNaboe [-Mayor_ Present
Sylvia Robles _ f Mayor Pro Tern Present
Doug Wilson Council Member Present
Bill Hussey _ Council Member Present i
Ken_neth_J. Henderson_ Council Member Present
G. Harold Duffey_ City Manager i Present
Richard Adams City Attorney (_Present
Sandra Molina Planning & Development Services Present
Director
Cynthia A. Fortune _ Assistant City Manager Present
Debra Thomas City Clerk__ _ Present
Alan French Public Works Director Present
A. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Darcy McNaboe acknowledged Irene Mason who celebrated her 100th Birthday
on February 10th. Ms. Mason was a bona fide "Rosie the Riveter" during World War II.
During the 1950s she moved to California and went to school at University of Southern
California Riverside where she obtained her master's degree in English. During the mid-
1960s she was an English professor, however changed professions and became a
Probation Officer after which she ultimately retired. She was an active member of the
Grand Terrace Friends of the Library and is still going strong at 100 years of age.
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B. CONSENT CALENDAR
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Wilson, Council Member
SECONDER: Bill Hussey, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles,Wilson, Hussey, Henderson
1. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
DEPARTMENT: CITY CLERK
2_ Approval of Check Register No. 01312018 in the Amount of$690,035.77
APPROVE CHECK REGISTER NO. 02282018 IN THE AMOUNT $422,198.90 AS
SUBMITTED, WHICH INCLUDES THE CHECK REGISTER ACCOUNT INDEX FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2017-18.
3. Quarterly Business License Report for the Period Ending December 31, 2017
RECEIVE AND FILE THE QUARTERLY BUSINESS LICENSE REPORT FOR THE
PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2017.
4. Receive and File the Planning Commission, Historical & Cultural Activities Committee,
Volunteer Emergency Operations Committee, Oversight Board and Parks & Recreation
Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
RECEIVE AND FILE.
5. Opposition of Senate Bill No. 827
RECEIVE AND FILE THE LETTER OF OPPOSITION TO SENATE BILL 827.
C. PUBLIC COMMENT
James Western, Grand Terrace High School Principal spoke about recent legislature
that has mandated school live active shooter drills. The school has been actively
practicing these training drills over the last several years. These drills have been
coordinated with public safety agencies and he is pleased with how well these trainings
have been received.
D. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Kenneth J. Henderson
Council Member Kenneth J. Henderson attended his first meeting since appointment to
the San Bernardino County Gang & Drug Task Force which was hosted by the San
Bernardino County Sheriff and he looks forward to future engagement. He has been
approached by several residents throughout the community which have shared their
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concerns about speeding in the City. He wanted to assure the residents that Council is
listening and will come up with a plan that is sustainable in terms of public safety and
protection of the City's residents.
Council Member Bill Hussey
Council Member Bill Hussey thanked all of the volunteers who helped with the Blue
Mountain Hike and was pleased to see the number of participants.
He also announced that he was invited to Grand Terrace Elementary and had the honor
of reading several books to the students. One student made his day when the student
shared that he and his mother saw Council Member Hussey on television. Council
Member Hussey also attended a Community Cabinet meeting with G. Harold Duffey,
City Manager which partners together to support schools and build community
involvement in education.
Council Member Hussey wanted to thank Staff for the yard sale sign program and
believes it has been very successful.
He also wanted to comment that he has been involved in active shooter classes through
his church and believes that due to the changing times the community now lives in, it is
important training for everyone.
Council Member Hussey wanted to express his condolences to the Pomona police
officer who recently perished in the line of duty.
Council Member Doug Wilson
Council Member Doug Wilson attended The Bridge Interfaith Conference held at San
Bernardino Valley College and hosted by Assemblymember Eloise Reyes. The invitees
were political figures, area representatives, as well as faith figures and support groups.
The purpose of the event, with more to be scheduled in the future, is to bridge the gap
between faith-based organizations, the community and public officials.
He also announced that Council was scheduled to attend a City/County Conference in
Lake Arrowhead on Thursday, March 15 and 16 however it has been cancelled due to
snow.
Mayor Pro Tem Sylvia Robles
Mayor Pro Tem Sylvia Robles attended the monthly meeting of the Omnitrans Board of
Directors. An item of importance was discussion regarding the performance evaluation
of the CEO which the Board of Directors delegated back to the Executive Committee to
complete negotiations on a new contract.
Mayor Darcy McNaboe
Mayor Darcy McNaboe attended the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority
Executive Meeting held on February 28, 2018. An overview was provided on how
revenues are invested. During discussion regarding claims, Mayor McNaboe expressed
the importance of having a hazard mitigation program in place.
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On March 1, 2018, Mayor McNaboe met with Southern California Edison Legislative
Representative Mark Cloud, District Manager James Harris and several
communications representatives. Discussion was held regarding the power instability
issues in the south side of the City. The representatives were able to map some of the
power outages due to planned outages and upgrades, however other outages were
never reported. The representatives will provide residents with a meeting schedule
where residents can obtain information on outages, programs and alerts.
On March 7, 2018, Mayor McNaboe attended the SBCTA Meeting and reported as
follows:
Closed Session: Conference with Legal Counsel - Quarterly Update Report
Approved Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding with the City of
Redlands for the Redlands Passenger Rail Project
Amendment to Contract for an Exclusive Negotiations Agreement with the City of
Rancho Cucamonga and Creative Housing Associates extending the term and
providing funding for an economic consultant in the Transit Oriented
Development at the Rancho Cucamonga Metrolink Station
• Approved State Transit Assistance Fund-Population Share Apportionment and
Local Transportation Fund Apportionment for FY 2018/2019
• Approved a Low Carbon Transit Operations Program-Population Share
Apportionment for FY 2018/2019
Conducted Hearings to Consider and Adopt Resolutions of Necessity for parcels
needed for the Redlands Passenger Rail Project in the City of San Bernardino
Approved and Awarded Construction Contract for the Metrolink Accessibility
Improvement Project with Sully-Miller Contracting Company
Received information on the Development Mitigation Annual Report for Fiscal
Year ending June 30, 2017.
She attended the City Selection Committee and the following individuals were
appointed:
Deborah Robertson, Mayor of Rialto - Chair
Julie McIntyre, Mayor of Barstow- Vice-Chair
Larry McCallon, Mayor of Highland - LAFCO Representative
Acquanetta Warren, Mayor of Fontana - LAFCO Representative (Alternate)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6. Zoning Code Amendment 17-03 and Zone Change 17-01
Mayor Darcy McNaboe opened the continued Public Hearing at 6:24 p.m.
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Sandra Molina, Planning and Development Services Director gave the PowerPoint
presentation for this item.
Mayor McNaboe closed the Public Hearing at 6:29 p.m.
1) CONDUCT THE PUBLIC HEARING; AND
2) WAIVE FURTHER READING AND INTRODUCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE APPROVING AN ADDENDUM
TO THE CERTIFIED FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT PREPARED
FOR THE GENERAL PLAN AND ADOPTING ZONING CODE AMENDMENT NO.
17-03, REVISING TITLE 18 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER
18.56 TO ESTABLISH THE AGRICULTURAL-2 (AG-2) OVERLAY DISTRICT,
AND ZONE CHANGE 17-01, REVISING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP TO APPLY
THE AG-2 OVERLAY TO CERTAIN PROPERTIES
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kenneth J. Henderson, Council Member
SECONDER: Sylvia Robles, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: McNaboe, Robles, Wilson, Hussey, Henderson
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE
G. NEW BUSINESS
7. Revise Appendix A to Municipal Code Chapter 12.28 (Street and Parkway Trees)
Relating to List of Approved Trees
Alan French, Public Works Director gave the presentation for this item.
1. FIND THAT THE ORDINANCE IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM CEQA
PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3)
2. READ BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER READING AND INTRODUCE AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA TO REVISE
APPENDIX A TO MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 12.28 (STREET AND PARKWAY
TREES) OF TITLE 12 (STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC PLACES)
RELATING TO STREET TREES
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kenneth J. Henderson, Council Member
SECONDER: Sylvia Robles, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: McNaboe, Robles,Wilson, Hussey, Henderson
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8. Status Report on Disposition and Development Agreement and Memorandum of
Understanding with Lewis Land Developers and Approval of a Project/Construction
Management Services Contract with Interwest Consulting
Sandra Molina, Planning and Development Services and Director and Alan French gave
the PowerPoint Presentation for this item.
Council Member Kenneth J. Henderson wanted to share with the residents how
important this project is along with how the economic impact will benefit the City.
Council Member Bill Hussey asked if the project's improvements required by the City
will include baseball field lights.
Director French stated the requirements will include baseball field lighting.
7. RECEIVE THE REPORT ON THE DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND LEWIS LAND DEVELOPERS, LLC;
2. APPROVE A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT WITH INTERWEST CONSULTING
GROUP FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES RELATING TO THE DESIGN
AND CONSTRUCTION OF COMMERCE WAY; AND
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kenneth J. Henderson, Council Member
SECONDER: Bill Hussey, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles, Wilson, Hussey. Henderson
9. Purchase and Sale Agreement and Escrow Instructions Between the Grand Terrace
Housing Authority and Aegis Builders, Inc.
Sandra Molina, Planning and Development Services Director gave the PowerPoint
presentation for this item.
Chair Darcy McNaboe asked for clarification: by approving the sale, does not mean the
Council is approving the project.
Director Molina indicated that is correct.
Board Member Kenneth J. Henderson asked if the City has the right to purchase the
property if no action after 18 months, what amount can the City purchase the property.
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Director Molina indicated the purchase price would be what the City sold it for.
1. APPROVE THE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT AND ESCROW
INSTRUCTIONS BETWEEN THE GRAND TERRACE HOUSING AUTHORITY
AND AEGIS BUILDERS, INC.;
2. AUTHORIZE CHAIR MCNABOE TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Wilson, Board Member
SECONDER: Sylvia Robles, Vice-Chair
AYES: McNaboe, Robles,Wilson, Hussey, Henderson
10.Resolution of the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace Amending Section III
(Presiding Officer) of the City of Grand Terrace Council Procedures with a New Section
3.6 (Authority to Sign Resolutions of Support) Relating to Requests from the League of
California Cities
G. Harold Duffey, City Manager gave the presentation for this item.
Council Member Kenneth J. Henderson requested when Mayor McNaboe signs a letter
on behalf of the City, City Council is formally cc'd in the body of the document.
APPROVE THE ATTACHED RESOLUTION AMENDING SECTION III (PRESIDING
OFFICER) OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE COUNCIL PROCEDURES WITH A
NEW SECTION 3.6 (AUTHORITY TO SIGN RESOLUTIONS OF SUPPORT)
RELATING TO REQUESTS FROM THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kenneth J. Henderson, Council Member
SECONDER: Bill Hussey, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles, Wilson, Hussey, Henderson
11.Resolution of the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace Supporting Proposition 69
Mayor McNaboe announced for the record that she did not sign a letter in opposition to
Proposition 69. She stated that was a misprint in the staff report.
G. Harold Duffey, City Manager gave the presentation for this item.
Council Member Kenneth J. Henderson asked if the passage of Proposition 69 would
preclude the State from borrowing from the fund.
City Manager Duffey explained this proposition is providing a secure mechanism for
repayment if any money is borrowed.
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Council Member Bill Hussey commented that this proposition is a safeguard to ensure
the tax funds are not wasted on other projects and used only for its original purpose.
APPROVE THE ATTACHED RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE PASSAGE OF
PROPOSITION 69 TO PROTECT CITY REVENUE FROM THE LEGISLATURE AND
PROHIBIT USE OF FUNDS ROAD FUNDS FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bill Hussey, Council Member
SECONDER: Doug Wilson, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles,Wilson, Hussey, Henderson
12.Authorize the City Manager to Execute All Agreements Relating to HSIP Grant Project
Alan French, Public Works Director gave the presentation for this item.
1. APPROVE THE ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT NO. 08-
5421F15 AND THE PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. 004-F ISSUED
BY THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (HSIP) GRANT
2. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
THE AFOREMENTIONED AGREEMENTS; AND ANY FUTURE DOCUMENTS
AND AGREEMENTS RELATED TO THE HSIP GRANT
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kenneth J. Henderson, Council Member
SECONDER: Sylvia Robles, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: McNaboe, Robles,Wilson, Hussey, Henderson
H. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
G. Harold Duffey, City Manager announced the City's upcoming Annual Spring Cleaning
of Inoperative Vehicles to be conducted between April 13 and April 22, 2018.
He also received a request from a resident to focus on the issue of trash containers
being left out in public view. He reminds residents to put their containers back and out of
sight.
City Manager Duffey provided Southern California Edison's website to access
information on outages and how to sign up for Outage Alerts.
He provided Council with a current Outdoor Concert schedule for the National Orange
Show and stated it will be updated regularly and can be found on the City's website.
City Manager Duffey provided "New to Grand Terrace Information" and by selecting the
QR Code, information about the City is provided.
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He shared some photographs of the Pokemon that appeared throughout the Blue
Mountain Hike and stated approximately 400 hikers participated.
City Manager Duffey announced the Household Hazardous Waste Collection is
scheduled for Saturday, March 24, 2018 from 8:00 AM. to 12:00 PM. He also
announced on May 6, 2018 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM is the Annual Historical & Cultural
Activities Committee Art Show. Beginning in April, blue banners will replace the 40th
Anniversary banners placed throughout the City promoting the art show and there will
be a music element added to the event.
On April 14°h at 9:00 a.m. is the Grand Opening of the City of Grand Terrace' Dog Park.
Mayor Pro Tern Sylvia Robles asked if shredding could be included in the Household
Hazardous Waste Collection event.
Council Member Bill Hussey stated complaints are received about inoperative vehicles
and trash bins remaining on the street. He explained that Council takes those
complaints seriously on behalf of its residents.
I. CLOSED SESSION - NONE
J. ADJOURN
Mayor McNaboe adjourned the meeting at 7:24 pm in honor of Irene Mason's 100th
Birthday. The Next Regular City Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 27,
2018 at 6:00 p.m.
arcy cN , Mayor Debra Thomas, City Clerk
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