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06/25/1998 CITY OF GRAND TERRACE CITY COUNCIL MNUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - JUNE 25. 1998 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace was called to order in the Council Chambers, Grand Terrace Civic Center, 22795 Barton Road, Grand Terrace, California, on June 25, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. PRESENT: Byron Matteson, Mayor Dan Buchanan, Mayor Pro Tern Herman Hilkey, Councilmember Jim Singley, Councilmember Lee Ann Garcia, Councilmember Tom Schwab, City Manager John Donlevy, Assistant City Manager Brenda Stanfill, City Clerk Bernard Simon, Finance'Director Patrizia Materassi, Community and Economic Development Director Virgil Barham, Building & Safety Director Lt. Mike Howell, Sheriffs Department John Harper, City Attorney ABSENT: None The meeting was opened with invocation by Dr. Paul Reed, Terrace Crest Baptist Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Singley. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 2A. Recycling Family of the Month - May 1998 Mayor Matteson announced that Mr. Richard Zamudio and family are the recipients of the Recycling Family of the Month Award for the Month of May 1998 and of the local merchant gift certificates from the Food Connection Restaurant, Flowers By Yvonne, Demetri's Restaurant, Miguel's Jr. Restaurant and La Pasta Italia. CONSENT CALENDAR CC-98-89 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HICKEY, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the following consent calendar items with the removal of item 3G: 3A. Approval of Check Register No. 062598 3B. Ratify 06-25-98 CRA Action 3C. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda 3D. Approval of 06-11-98 Minutes 3E. Resolution - Calling a General Municipal Election - November 3, 1998 3F. Resolution Requesting Consolidation with the Statewide General Election Council Minutes June 25, 1998 Page 2 ITEM REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR 3G. Authorization to go to Bid - 1998-1999 Street Maintenance Program - Slurry Seal Program CC-98-90 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 5-0, to approve item 3G of the Consent Calendar approving the 1998-1999 and 1999-2000 Slurry Seal Progam Areas; and Authorize Staff to bid the 1998-1999 Slurry Seal Program with Estimated Costs for the 1998-1999 Slurry Seal Program at $290,000. PUBLIC C0AE%1ENT Bruce Cash, United Strategies Incorporated, representing American Modular Structures Incorporated, as a courtesy notice to let the Council know that for a one time requirement AMSI is in need to full-fill a contract obligation that they have with a client that will require that they work, for the first time, on Sunday up to eight hours. Dick Rollins, 22797 Barton Road, stated that Pico Park is a great asset to the community and encouraged Council to drive by it. He also reported that it was difficult to get a marching band for .the Grand Terrace Days parade and that in order to schedule a band they need to be reserved early in the year. Barbara Pfenniahausen, 22111 Ladera Street, stated that she received a letter from USA Waste regarding a quarterly payment schedule and expressed her concern with this change. _She.stated that she felt that the Grand Terrace Days Parade was wonderful. Mavor Matteson, stated that anyone having a hardship with the quarterly payment schedule for the refuse should contact the Assistant City Manager. Marilvn Jordan, Principal, Grand Terrace Elementary School reported on the current events and activities taking place at Grand Terrace Elementary School. She introduced some students from Mrs. Cook's third grade class that performed the "Tourtise and the Hair" for the Council. ORAL REPORTS 5A. Committee Reoorts 1. Crime Prevention Committee (a) Minutes of 05-11-98 CC-98-91 MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM BUCHANAN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 5-0, to accept the May 11, 1998 Minutes of the Crime Prevention Committee. 2. Historical and Cultural Activities Committee Council Minutes June 25, 1998 Page 3 (a) Minutes of 06-01-98 CC-98-92 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 5-0, to accept the June 1, 1998 Minutes of the Historical and Cultural Activities Committee. 5B. Council Renorts Mavor Matteson, reported that he attended the Grand Terrace Days Parade and Fair and that it was a good event. He also reported that he and Mayor Pro Tern Buchanan attended the Flag Pole Dedication at Pico Park that was put together by Eagle Scout Corey Sorenson. Mavor Pro Tem Buchanan, expressed his appreciation for the Community Services Officer, City Staff, Sheriff's Department, and Volunteers for a great Grand Terrace Days event. He feels that the City enjoys a tremendous amount of volunteer support especially from youth organizations. The Assistant City Manager has been working with the youth coordinating Eagle Scout Projects benefiting the City. He stated that the Grand Terrace Toastmasters is celebrating their 20th Anniversary and congratulated them for their service and dedication. He gave a brief update on the fire consolidation issue. He reported that he may attend a legislation hearing that would prevent the County from terminating a contract with CDF where a LAFCO application is pending. Councilmember Garcia, reported that she enjoyed the presentation from the Grand Terrace Elementary School. She felt that the Grand Terrace Days event was outstanding ;and thanked everyone for their participation. She stated that the Historical and Cultural Activities Committee had an outstanding historical presentation. A 4th of July community picnic celebration was held in the past and she questioned whether this is something that can be done again. She will be attending the installation dinner for the Chamber of Commerce on June 30, 1998. She reported that the Little League team that she sponsored, The Pirates, came in Third Place with a good season. She questioned the status of the pictures of the deputies for Grand Terrace. Lt. Howell, responded that they are still working on that project. Councilmember Hilkev, thanked volunteers and staff for a great Grand Terrace Days event. He gave a special thanks to Barbara Bayus for her exciting announcing of the Grand Terrace Days Parade. He thanked the Fire Department for holding the coloring contest for Grand Terrace Days and reported that his daughter won. He feels that El Nino has brought to Grand Terrace a beautiful winter. Councilmember Sinalev, reported that there was an incident in Grand Terrace that took place over the weekend and reported that the Sheriffs Department did an outstanding job in apprehending an individual. He stated that the fire season is upon us,and encourage everyone to keep this is mind during the celebration of Independence Day. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None Council Minutes June 25, 1998 Page 4 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7A. Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City of Grand Terrace, California, Amending the Barton Road Specific Plan of said City in .BRSP-98-01-A3, Amending the Plan as Follows: 1) To Allow Exception to Special Standards within the Master Plan Area No. 4 in Relation to Building Locations; and 2) Inclusion of Nurseries and Garden Supply Uses within the Village Commercial District, and in Z-98-01 Amending the Zoning and Barton Road Specific Plan Map Designations from R1-7.2 to BRSP-VC, and in GP-98-01 Amending the General Plan Land Use Map and General Plan Land Use Map Table VI-1, and in E-98-02 an Associated Negative Declaration, Filed by Joval Development Company. CC-98-93 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City of Grand Terrace, California, Amending the Barton Road Specific Plan of said City in BRSP-98-01-A3, Amending the Plan as Follows: 1) To Allow Exception to Special Standards within the Master Plan Area No. 4 in Relation to Building Locations; and 2) Inclusion of Nurseries and Garden Supply Uses within the Village Commercial District, and in Z-98-01 Amending the Zoning and Barton Road Specific Plan Map Designations from Rl- 7.2 to BRSP-VC, and in GP-98-01 Amending the General Plan Land Use Map and General Plan Land Use Map Table VI-1, and in E-98-02 an Associated Negative Declaration, Filed by Joval Development Company. NEW BUSINESS 8A. Question to Council: Is there a desire of the City Council to support a zone change for property south of Preston Street between Barton Road and Palm Avenue, to residential from current BRSP- Ofice Professional classification? Communitv and Economic Development Director Materassi, stated that Mr. Roy Roberts, the property owner of parcel numbers 0276-202-64 through 0276-202-75 would . like the Council to consider alteration of current BRSP Office Professional District for new residential uses. The intent of this item is to ascertain if it is worthwhile for the applicant to submit a zone change application allowing a non-conforming 15.4 units per acre condominium map to proceed with construction and/or alternatively, request a reevaluation/amendment of the current residential overlay'district (which suspended the residential non-conforming status of existing singley-family residences for 10 years) to instead allow construction of new housing units. , Mark McOuire, Hewitt and McQuire, 19900 McArther Blvd, representing Mr. Roy Roberts, stated that they are here to get some direction from the Council for the best use of the parcel which they feel is a residential plan.. CC-98-94 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 5-0, to Continue the Question to Council: Is there a desire Council Minutes June 25, 1998 Page 5 of the City Council to support a zone change for property south of Preston Street between Barton Road and Palm Avenue, to residential from current BRSP- Office Professional classification to the next CRA/City Council Meeting scheduled to be held on July 9, 1998. CLOSED SESSION 9A. Employee Labor Negotiations Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 Mayor Matteson announced that the Council met in Closed Session to discuss Employee Labor Negotiations Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957. City Manager Schwab will schedule this item for action at the July 9, 1998 City Council meeting. ORDER OF ADJOURNMENT Mayor Matteson adjourned the City Council Meeting at 9:45 p.m., until the next CRA/City Council Meeting which is scheduled to be held on Thursday, July 9, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. CITY CLERK of the/City of Grand Terrace _ MAtOR of the City of Grand Terrace