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CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES • JULY 26, 2016
Council Chambers Regular Meeting 6:00 PM
Grand Terrace Civic Center• 22795 Barton Road
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor McNaboe called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Invocation was given by Council Member Wilson.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tern Robles.
ROLL CALL
Attendee Name Title Status .Arrived
Darcy McNaboe Mayor Present
Sylvia Robles Mayor Pro Tern Present j
Jackie Mitchell Council Member Present
Doug Wilson Council Member Present
Bill Hussey Council Member Present
G. Harold Duffey City Manager Present
Pat Jacquez-Nares f City Clerk Present
Richard Adams City Attorney Present
Linda Phillips Child Care Present
Yanni Demitri Public Works Director Present
Cynthia Fortune Finance Director j Present
Doug Wolfe Lieutenant Present
A. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Presentation of a Commendation to Child Care Services Assistant Director Cathy Toth.
Cathy Toth thanked the City Council, City Staff and City Manager. She also thanked all
the children and families. She also stated that she would take fond memories from her
tenure in the Child Care Center.
Mayor Pro Tern Robles thanked Cathy for her years of service.
Council Member Mitchell also thanked Cathy for her many years of service and
dedication to the community.
Council Member Hussey thanked Cathy for her years of dedication and service.
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Mayor McNaboe said Cathy's shoes were tough to fill and encouraged Cathy to enjoy
her retirement and come back to visit.
Presentation from the Lion's Club to their Scholarship Recipients
Kurt McVey, Immediate Past President, Lion's Club, presented the scholarships to
Brandon Alvarez in the amount of $200; he plans to attend University of Redlands and
Denise Kidd in the amount of$200; she also plans to attend University of Redlands.
Presentation from Lt. Doug Wolfe, San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department, on the
Fourth of July Fireworks Statistics.
Lt. Wolfe provided a summary for the PowerPoint Presentation on the Fourth- of July
Fireworks.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
APPROVE ALL CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS 1-4.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: . Jackie Mitchell, Council Member
SECONDER: Bill Hussey, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles, Mitchell, Wilson, Hussey
City Manager Duffey requested that Item No. 5 be removed for separate discussion
1. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
WAIVED FULL READING OF ALL ORDINANCES ON THE AGENDA
2. Approval of Minutes — Regular Meeting — 06/14/2016
APPROVED THE MINUTES OF THE 06/14/2016 REGULAR MEETING
3. Monthly Financial Report for May 2016
RECEIVED AND FILED THE MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD
ENDING MAY 31, 2016.
4. Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector Agreement for Collection of Special Taxes,
Fees, and Assessments Fiscal Year 2016-17
APPROVED THE AUDITOR-CONTROLLER/TREASURER/TAX COLLECTOR
AGREEMENT FOR ' COLLECTION OF SPECIAL TAXES, FEES, AND
ASSESSMENTS FISCAL YEAR 2016-17
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5. Advertisement for Planning Commission Recruitment
City Manager Duffey requested that the extension be corrected to the end of August.
DIRECT THE CITY CLERK TO EXTEND TO THE END OF AUGUST THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR- APPOINTMENTS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION,
ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AND SCHEDULE INTERVIEWS.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Darcy McNaboe, Mayor
SECONDER: Jackie Mitchell, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles, Mitchell, Wilson, Hussey
The third Lion's Club Scholarship was awarded to recipient Brian Duncan in the amount
of$300; he plans to attend Riverside Community College.
City Manager Duffey reported that the mortgage for City Hall had been paid and it would
be celebrated by having mortgage burning cake in the Lobby.
Mayor McNaboe recessed the Council meeting at 6:26 p.m.
Mayor McNaboe reconvened the Council meeting at 6:45 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Angela Wilkinson, Grand Terrace resident, requested to have a Juice It bar or a Main
Squeeze fitness type merchants within the City instead of having to go out of the City.
She has also asked several residents to come to the Council meetings to voice their
opinions and concerns. Ms. Wilkinson requested to have school zone signs on Grand
Terrace Road because there are no sidewalks.
Bobbie Forbes, Grand Terrace resident, thanked Council Member Wilson for his
invocation. She was grateful for a working podium microphone and was also very
grateful to have Cathy Toth as her daughter's teacher. Ms. Forbes stated her opposition
to fireworks. She requested that this go back on the ballot for voter removal.
Patricia Farley, Grand Terrace residents, stated her opposition to fireworks. She
suggested that the sports leagues use different means for fundraising: Ms. Farley
reported the use of illegal fireworks on the 4th of July.
Mark Englebrecht, Riverside County resident, stated his opposition to fireworks. He also
provided the history of his 4th of July preparation for the safety of his animals. Mr.
Englebrecht stated that he tried to make a legal citizen's arrest.
Glen Kendall, Grand Terrace resident, stated his opposition to the fireworks. He offered
to help with this situation.
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D. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Bill Hussey
Council Member Hussey stated that as Council Members and residents they also hear
the fireworks and they are working on getting this issue resolved. He also suggested
that residents be careful during the 4th of July and let the Sheriffs handle these
situations.
Council Member Hussey also provided a written summary of his report as follows:
He attended a League of City meeting in Ontario on June 30, 2016, Directors voted to
support or oppose the following measures:
Support: Statewide regulation on the sale of butane for the purpose of curtailing the
manufacture of butane honey oil.
Oppose: The "California Control, Regulate and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana
Initiative" to appear on the November 2016 ballot in California.
Oppose: The "California Safety for All Gun Control In initiative to appear on the
November 2016 ballot in California
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Oppose: The "California Parole, Early Release and Juvenile Trail Reform Initiative"
to appear on the November 2016 ballot in California.
Council Member Doug Wilson
Council Member Wilson attended the Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking. He reported
a noise issue and the Sheriffs were able to work with City of San Bernardino and it was
taken care of. Council Member Wilson's granddaughter, Anya Wood, attended a.
medical.conference in Berkeley and now wants to become a diagnostic doctor, he is
very proud of her.
Council Member Jackie Mitchell
Council Member Mitchell thanked everyone that attended the meeting and for their
comments. She stated that as a Council they do listen and have shared values and
experiences. She further stated that as the school year starts for 2016/2017 she wants
to wish all of the students a successful year and remind all of the residents to please
slow down and watch for children crossing the streets. Council Member Mitchell
thanked the Lion's for all of their fundraising efforts that make the scholarships possible.
She stated that she was very proud' and appreciative of the work the Staff has been
doing in the betterment of the City. She thanked her colleagues for making the tough
decisions needed to make the City better.
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Mayor Pro Tem Sylvia Robles
Mayor Pro Tem Robles thanked Council Member Mitchell for all her words today which
were very important. She stated that she would like to have a community fireworks
show at the high school as a fundraiser. She also stated that Council' received
complaints on only allowing one day for discharging fireworks.
Mayor Pro Tem Robles also provided a written summary of his report as follows:
She attended the July 7, 2016 Omnitrans Board Meeting.
Discussion Items
2. Authorize Award, Contract ITS16-93 - Internet Services 36
3. Authorize Award, Contract MKP16-37, Ruben Campos Park Bus Stop Improvements
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4. Authorize Award, Contract OPS 16-17 - Audible Pedestrian Warning Systems 102
5. Amend Fiscal Year 2017 Budget and 2015-2020 Short Range Transit Plan to
Transfer 130 Funds - Legal Services
Closed Session
1. Conference with Labor Negotiator P. Scott Graham concerning labor negotiations
with Amalgamated Transit Union Local No. 1704 regarding the Coach Operator Unit,
pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
2. Conference with Labor Negotiator P. Scott Graham concerning labor negotiations
with Teamsters Union Local No. 166 regarding the Maintenance and
Administrative/Support Unit, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
3. Conference with Legal Counsel Dennis Walsh, pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(a), Case No. CIVDS1400420, Robert Miller vs. Omnitrans
She also attended the July 14, 2016 Omnitrans Administrative & Finance Committee
Meeting.
Discussion Items
5. Recommend to Board of Directors, Approve Re-Evaluation of Existing Positions
6. Recommend to Board of Directors, Authorize Release, Invitation for Bids IFB-
IPM017-16, Vehicle Maintenance Facility (VMF) Modification Work.
On July 20, 2016, Mayor Pro Tem Robles attended with Mayor Darcy McNaboe, the
Joint Powers Insurance Authority meeting in La Palma.
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Mayor Pro Tern Robles complemented the,City, City staff, Rec Center and Boys and
Girls Club for collaborating with the City in providing an outstanding summer program.
Her 14 year old grandson volunteered. It was an excellent experience and provided him
with some work experience. Her eight year old grandson had a fun productive time at
summer camp. The boys took a selfie and looked forward to each day at camp.
She was so pleased to share, that she had been nominated as one of the 90 alumnae
from San Bernardino Valley College to be celebrated at its 90th Anniversary this
October. She attended SBVC as a working mom for a number of years until she had 75
units. She likes to brag it was a ten year degree program. Of all the local colleges she
attended, she has the fondest memories for SBVC.
Mayor Darcy McNaboe
Mayor McNaboe provided a written summary of her report as follows:
1. She attended the Ground Breaking for Habitat for Humanity's Homes on July 16,
2016. She met the Miller and the Habt Families.
2. She attended the Joint Power Insurance Authority JPIA, Annual Board Meeting with
Mayor Pro Tern Robles on July 20, 2016 where they elected the executive.board and
appointment of vice president. They also voted on their Bylaws.
3. She visited the Summer Program on July 21, 2016, their classes included: Art,
theater, physical activities, cheer and soccer. One of the teachers was able to get
the Helpful Honda people come and provide them ice cream.
4. She met with New-Administrator of the Grand Terrace Health Care Center they are
looking for opportunities -to get involved in the community. Their employees had
some input on types of business services they would like in the City.
5. Mayor McNaboe informed the residents that at the Council's first meeting in August
a SANBAG representative would provide an overview of 1-10 / 1-15 corridor projects -
proposed express lanes.
She reported what was locally preferred so far and that the Public comment on Draft
EIR was extended to June 13, 2016. It was now closed and all comments should be
taken into account for the final which will then go to the SANBAG board for approval.
6. Mayor McNaboe congratulated her colleagues for making the decision.to'pay off the
mortgage early.
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6. Formation of the Landscape & Lighting Assessment District 89-1, Annexation #2,
Engineer's Report, and Levy of Assessment
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Mayor McNaboe opened the Public Hearing at 7:3 4 p.m.
Planning & Development Services Director Molina presented the PowerPoint
Presentation for this item.
Angela Wilkinson, _Grand Terrace resident, asked if there would be a signal light and
crosswalk in that area.
Mayor McNaboe closed the Public Hearing at 7:39 p.m.
Planning & Development Services Director Molina answered that there would not be a
signal light.
1. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-28 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE ' INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR AN
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY INTO THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT'NO. 89-1;
2. RECEIVE AND APPROVE THE ENGINEER'S REPORT;
3. RECEIVE AND APPROVE THE LANDOWNER'S CONSENT TO FORMATION OF
A MAINTENANCE DISTRICT, ATTACHMENT F OF ENGINEER'S REPORT; AND
4. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-29 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE ANNEXING TERRITORY INTO THE CITY
GRAND TERRACE LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
NO. 89-1 ORDERING IMPROVEMENTS, AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT
ASSESSMENTS PURSUANT TO THE LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING ACT OF
1972
RESULT: APPROVED,[UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:' Sylvia Robles, Mayor Pro Tern
SECONDER: Doug Wilson, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles, Mitchell, Wilson, Hussey
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE
G. NEW BUSINESS
7. Community Clean Up Day
Public Works Director Demitri provided a brief summary of this item.
Mayor McNaboe asked what types of advertising would be done for this event.
Public Works Director Demitri stated that he wanted to advertise in the local newspaper.
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Mayor McNaboe requested it be advertised on the City's social media sites.
RECEIVE AN INFORMATIONAL STAFF REPORT REGARDING AN UPCOMING
COMMUNITY CLEAN UP DAY.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Darcy McNaboe, Mayor
SECONDER: Jackie Mitchell, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles, Mitchell, Wilson, Hussey
8. Report on Code Compliance Activities for FY 2015-2016
Planning & Development Services Director Molina presented the PowerPoint
Presentation for this item.
Council Member Mitchell asked who was issuing the street sweeping citations.
Planning'& Development Services Director Molina stated that the new process was that
the street sweeper recorded the. cars in violation, the street sweeping company
submitted to the City the recording and a database of the vehicles, these were verified
by our Code Enforcement Officer, and sent to DataTicket for collection.
-Council Member Mitchell asked what the timeline for this to happen was and who
received the citation.
Planning & Development Services Director Molina stated that -the street sweeping
.vendor provided the information between seven to ten business days and then it was
sent to DataTicket. The citation was sent to the licensed registered owner of the vehicle.
Bobbie Forbes, Grand Terrace resident, stated that she likes SeeClickFix and
suggested that it be advertised in the newspaper, Blue Mountain Outlook, and the City's
social media sites to encourage community use.
Angela Wilkinson, Grand Terrace resident, asked if anyone had a code issue they could
leave a message at the San Bernardino Sheriffs and someone would contact them.
Planning & Development Services Director Molina stated that fora safety issue people
need to call the Sheriffs Department but if it was a Code.Enforcement issue they could
use SeeClickFix, call us,.or email us and staff would handle in the traditional way. -
RECEIVE AND FILE THE REPORT.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Darcy McNaboe, Mayor,
SECONDER: Jackie Mitchell, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles, Mitchell, Wilson, Hussey
9. Establishment of Job Classifications and Compensation for the Planner Series
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Planning & Development Services Director Molina presented the staff report for this
item.
1. APPROVE THE JOB CLASSIFICATIONS FOR THE PLANNER SERIES,
CONSISTING OF PLANNING TECHNICIAN, ASSISTANT PLANNER,
ASSOCIATE PLANNER AND SENIOR PLANNER; AND
2. ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND
TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTIONS 2016-03 AND 2016-
0E AND ESTABLISHING UPDATED CLASSIFICATION/SALARY RANGES FOR
THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE THAT INCLUDES THE
PLANNER SERIES.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Sylvia Robles, Mayor Pro Tern
SECONDER: Jackie Mitchell, Council Member
AYES: McNaboe, Robles, Mitchell, Wilson, Hussey
H. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Duffey reported that tonight the Silver Liner Bus took a group of Seniors
-4 to Redlands Bowl to see Oklahoma the bus was full and two additional cars were
needed to transport all attendees. Also on July 12, 2016, the SilverLiner Bus took the
Seniors to the Redlands Bowl for another performance. Mr. Duffey believed the bus
program was gathering momentum.
CLOSED SESSION - NONE
ADJOURN
Mayor McNaboe thanked staff for the festivities on paying off our mortgage and
adjourned the City Council Meeting at 8:10 p.m.
The Next Regular City Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 6:00
p.m.
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