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06/10/2004 CITY OF GRAND TERRACE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING-JUNE 10. 2004 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 10, 2004, at 6:30 p.m. PRESENT: Herman Hilkey,Mayor , Maryetta Ferr6, Mayor Pro Tem Lee Ann Garcia, Councilmember Don Larkin, Councilmember Bea Cortes, Councilmember Tom Schwab, City Manager Brenda Stanfill, City Clerk Steve Berry, Assistant City Manager Larry Ronnow,Finance Director John Harper, City Attorney Lt. Hector Guerra, Sheriff s Department ABSENT: Jerry Glander, Building& Safety Director Gary Koontz, Community Development Director The City Council meeting was opened with invocation by Councilwoman Garcia, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilwoman Bea Cortes. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS -None CONSENT CALENDAR CC-2004-55 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CORTES,SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA,CARRIED 4-0-1-0(COUNCILMEMBER LARKIN WAS ABSENT),to approve the following consent calendar items: 3A. Approval of Check Register Dated June 10, 2004 3B. Ratify 06-10-2004 CRA Action 3C. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda 3D. Approval of 05-27-2004 Minutes 3E. Authorize Council Members Attendance to the League of California Cities Mayors and Council Members Executive Forum, July 28 - 30, 2004 in Monterey California 3F. Resolution-Fiscal Year 2004-2005 Appropriations Limit Council Minutes June 10,2004 Page 2 PUBLIC COMMENT Citv Attornev Hamer.reminded everyone that Public Comment is the time when the public has the opportunity to comment on items which are not on the Agenda. The Brown Act requires that members of the Council not discuss the items or make comment and that they can refer items to staff members for future comment or place it on a future Agenda. Hank Ramev, 21845 Grand Terrace Road#23, indicated that he is opposed to the Outdoor Adventure Center and feels that this is an item that could be voted upon at the next election. Patricia Farlev, 12513 Michigan Street,she expressed her disappointment with the members of the Planning Commission. She feels that the community input was not considered when the Planning Commission voted on the Outdoor Adventure Center and questioned what the Commission certified. She indicated that there were changes to the final EIR that the Community has not seen and feels that those who paid the money for a copy of the EIR should get all updates. She would like a complete final copy. She stated that if the Council certifies the EIR she wants to know exactly what they approve. She feels that the City Council Minutes that were approved are sparce and incomplete. She feels that everything that members of the Public say should be reported. She would like to see complete minutes of everything that is on the tape. She feels that the Agenda is confusing and is concerned that items are going to be slipped in and approved without her knowledge. She demanded that she receive exact copies of everything and notification immediately when a Notice of Determination is filed. She also would like more than one copy of the packet available. She expressed her concern with the confusion of the Outdoor Adventure Center Project and the documentation. She feels that the community would like to know how City money is being spent. VirQina Harford, 11825 Arliss Way, questioned what investigation has taken place with regards to the Outdoor Adventure Center and the affects that it will have on the community. She suggested that they look at other projects of this type to see what type of impact they have had on the communities in which they were built. She questioned if this park is a done deal or will the Council consider input from the community. She also indicated that she is opposed to the building of a new high school and questioned what the impact will be in regards to the high school and the OAC. Bill Hays. 22114 De Berry Street, indicated that Gary Koontz, Community and Economic Development Director works two days a week while at the same time he is employed by Nolte and Associates Inc.,which is the same company that is listed in the EIR Specific Plan of the Outdoor Adventure Center and questioned if that is a conflict. He questioned who Mr. Koontz is working for when he gives the presentations to the Council. He indicated that this City has never had a budget over 4 million dollars and by accepting the Outdoor Adventure Center this will put the power of 60 to 70 million dollars in the hands of the Council and he Council Minutes June 10,2004 Page 3 would like to know when the Council goes to change the developer will this be in public or will they go into executive session like all other real estate deals. Citv Manager Schwab,indicated that he will send a letter to Mr.Hays to respond to all of his questions. Dave Gorman,21860 Grand Terrace Road,thanked Assistant CityManager Berry for getting someone from code enforcement to come out to the property that is next to his and having some type of investigation take place as to whether or not there are contaminating components being stored on that property. To his knowledge something has been done with regards to that. He questioned whether or not that individual is operating a business at that location and does he have a license to do so in a residentially zoned piece of property. He would like to know what can be done to ensure that he does follow the proper procedures to do so. Richard Rollins, 22797 Barton Road, talked about when he first moved to Grand Terrace. He expressed how proud he is to be a member of Grand Terrace and what a great City it is. ORAL REPORTS 5A. Committee Reports 1. Historical and Cultural Activities Committee A. Minutes of 05-03-2004 CC-2004-56 MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM FERRE, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 5-0, to accept the May 3, 2004 Minutes of the Historical and Cultural Activities Committee. 2. Emergency Operations Committee A. Minutes 05-04-2004 CC-2004-57 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LARKIN, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM FERRE, CARRIED 5-0, to accept the May 4, 2004 Minutes of the Emergency Operations Committee. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Larkin,he felt that Grand Terrace Days was great. He felt that everything was outstanding. He stated that a while back he proposed that the Council not name any City facilities after a living person. He indicated that he rescinds and that if there is anyone that ever deserves having something named after them it is Mr.Rollins. It was great to see him Council Minutes June 10,2004 Page 4 as the Grand Marshal of the Grand Terrace Days Parade. He indicated that Friday,June 11 will be a National Day of Mourning for the late President Ronald Reagan. He feels that Ronald Reagan was a great president and will be missed. He feels that we were lucky to have him as a President. Mavor Pro Tem.Ferr6. feels that this was the best Grand Terrace Days ever. There was a great turnout. She reported that she attended the San Bernardino County Wide Gang and Drug Task Force Meeting and although Grand Terrace doesn't have the problems that many of our neighboring communities do with gangs and drugs, it still has an affect on our City. A budget impact update was given by Dr. Fisher,the Suprintendent of County Schools and Robert Peppler,the Under Sheriff for the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department,Jerry Harper,ChiefProbation Officer for San Bernardino County Probation Department and James Hackleman the Assistant District Attorney for San Bernardino County Office of the District Attorney. There are some budget impacts that are definately going to make a difference. They are committed to continue to make our environment a safe place and our cities a safe place to live. She enjoys being on this committee and feels that she learns a great deal. Councilmember Garcia. indicated that she too enjoyed Grand Terrace Days. She feels that the diversity in the community is tremendous and it makes her happy and proud. She reported that her and Dallas won the 1960's quilt that was raffled at the Fair. Mavor Hilkev, indicated that the Govenor's Office sent a remembrance sheet for everyone to sign for the City of Grand Terrace which will go to the Ronald Reagan Library. He encouraged everyone to sign it. Councilmember Garcia. she reported that on June 17`h from 3:30 to 4:30 pm the League of California Cities Inland Empire Legislative Action Task Force will be meeting and the goal of that meeting is to talk about the State Budget. A Special News Conference relating to the State Budget with the Governor will be held at the State Capital on June 17`h and representatives from the Cities are encouraged to attend. She reported that SCAG is working on the COMPAS Project with regards to land use. She wants to make sure that all of the residents are well informed and if there is any member of the public that has any questions or needs information they should contact City Staff. Council wants to work with residents to come up with the best solution for the community. Blessings to all families that are having young ones graduate this year. Mavor Hilkev,thanked Councilmember Garcia for the information she provides with regards to the League of California Cities Inland Empire Legislative Action Task Force and for her involvement. Councilmember Cortes. suggested that Councilmember Garcia represent the City of Grand Terrace at the News Conference that will be held on June 17`h. She thanked Assistant City Council Minutes June 10,2004 Page 5 Manager Berry for a wonderful Grand Terrace Days. She thanked Assistant City Manager Berry for doing a great job while the City Manager was on vacation. On May 27'h she attended a meeting with Congressman Jerry Lewis. She personally thanked him for providing funding through the 2004 Omnibus Appropriation Bill. She especially thanked his staff member Elizabeth Lewis for the work she has provided for staff. She reminded everyone that on June 17'h the Grand Terrace Area Chamber of Commerce will hold their Installation Dinner at the Victoria Country Club in Riverside. Mavor Hilkev,Councilmember Garcia,Cortes and himself attended a meeting put on by the President of California State San Bernardino where they all spoke to Jerry Lewis and thanked him for the money to help design the off-ramp into Grand Terrace. He attended a meeting on group homes along with City Manager Schwab. County Supervisor Hannsberger wants to talk about legislature for group homes and is spear heading the efforts. Omnitrans will be approving their budget,which means the Omnilink in Grand Terrace will remain the same. He feels that Grand Terrace Days was by far the best he has ever seen. This shows what a little bit of business in town and a staff that hussles can do. Terrace Hills Middles School Marching Band Received Pt place. He received a letter from San Bernardino County indicating that most of the County offices will be open, Administrative Offices and the Libraries will be closed in observance of Ronald Reagan's funeral. He received a notice on the Measure I renewal in the mail at home. He encouraged everyone to look at it. Colton High School will hold their graduation on Tuesday, June 15t'and the Chamber Installation will be held on Thursday, June 17`h. Councilmember Garcia. indicated that she is interested in the legislation that Hannsberger is spear heading. PUBLIC HEARING-None UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None NEW BUSINESS 8A. Landscaping and Lighting District No. 89-1 CC-2004-58 MOTION BY.COUNCILMEMBER CORTES, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM FERRE, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt the Resolution ordering the City Engineer to prepare Plans, Specifications, Cost Estimates, Diagrams and Assessment Report ("Engineer's Report),Adopt a Resolution approving the Engineer's Report and adopt a Resolution of Intention, and Scheduling a Public Hearing to be held on June 24, 2004.. 8B. Requests for"ABC"Off-sale General Liquor Licenses(Smart Time Food Store and Council Minutes June 10,2004 Page 6 E-Z Mart) CC-2004-59 MOTIONBY COUNCILMEMBERLARKIN,SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY,CARRIED 3-2(MAYOR PRO TEM FERRE AND COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA VOTED NO), to authorize staff to prepare and send to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board the requested "Letters of Public Convenience and Necessity"for Smart Time Food and E-Z Mart. CLOSED SESSION-None ORDER OF ADJOURNMENT Mayor Hilkey adjourned the City Council Meeting at 7:45 p.m., until the next CRA/City Council Meeting which is scheduled to be held on Thursday, June 24, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. CITY CLERK of the City 4Grand Terrace MAYO�of the City of Grand Terrace