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04/24/2012CITY OF GRAND TERRACE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES a APRIL 24, 2012 Council Chambers Regular Meeting 6:00 PM Grand Terrace Civic Center . 22795 Barton Road 1. 2. A. B CALL TO ORDER Convene City Council and City Council as the Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency Invocation Jose Crespo, Christ the Redeemer Roman Catholic Church offered the invocation. Pledge of Allegiance Councilmember Gene Hays led the Pledge of Allegiance. Attendee Name Title Status Present Arrived Walt Stanckiewitz Mayor Lee Ann Garcia Mayor Pro Tern Present _Darcy McNaboe Councilwoman Present Bernardo Sandoval Councilman Present Gene Hays Councilman Present Betsy Adams City Manager Present Tracey Martinez City Clerk Present Joyce Powers Community and Economic Development Director Present Bernie Simon Finance Director Present Shields Director of Building & Safety/Public Works Present _Richard Adams City Attorney Present _Richard Ed Finneran San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department Present Rick McClintcock San Bernardino County Fire Department Present ITEMS TO DELETE Mayor Stanckiewitz announced that he is adding a Proclamation - National Day of Prayer under Special Presentations. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Presentation of a Flag for the Susan Petta Park by Senator Dutton Robbie Broedow, representing Senator Bod Dutton presented a California State Flag to be flown at the Susan Petta Park. She presented the flag and a certificate of authenticity to the City Council and JoAnn Johnson. JoAnn Johnson Thanked everyone who made it possible to have the flag pole placed at the park and for the flags that were donated to Fly at the park. Proclamation - National Volunteer Month - April 2012 City of Grand Terrace Page 1 Updated 4/ 1 i /2012 4:18 PM Minutes Grand Terrace City Council April 24, 2012 Mayor Stanckiewitz read the Proclamation proclaiming the month of April 2012 as National Volunteer Month. C. Recognition of Grand Terrace Volunteer Organizations Council recognized several organizations that help strengthen our community through all ci their efforts Each organization was called forward to receive a certificate of appreciation D. Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month The Chamber of Commerce requested that this item be brought back to the Second Meeting in May. E. Proclamation - National Day of Prayer Mayor Pro Tern Garcia read the proclamation recognizing May 3, 2012 as the National Day of Prayer. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 01 MOVER: Darcy McNaboe, Councilwoman SECONDER., Lee Ann Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Walt Stanckiewitz, Lee Ann Garcia, Darcy McNaboe, Bernardo Sandoval ABSTAIN: Gene Hays A. Waive Full Reading of Full Ordinances on Agenda B. Approval of Minutes — Regular Meeting — 04/10/2012 C. Emergency Operations Committee Member Appointment (Bennett) D_ Accept Crime Prevention Committee Member Letter of Resignation (Robb) E. Accept Community Emergency Response Team Minutes of March 6, 2012 F. Accept Historical and Cultural Activities Committee Minutes of March 5, 2012 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR G. Check Register No. 04-24-2012 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Darcy McNaboe, Councilwoman SECONDER: Lee Ann Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Stanckiewitz, Garcia, McNaboe, Sandoval, Hays H. Accept Crime Prevention Committee Minutes of March 12, 2012 Council requested that the Purpose and Responsibilities of the Crime Prevention Committee be agendized at a future City Council Meeting. Ll City of Grand Terrace Page 2 Updated 411112012 4:18 PM Minutes Grand Terrace City Council April 24, 2012 RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Darcy McNaboe, Councilwoman SECONDER: Lee Ann Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Stanckiewitz, Garcia. McNaboe, Sandoval, Hays 4. PUBLIC COMMENT David Radtke, President, Grand Terrace Lion's Club Announced that the Lion's Club will be holding their Annual Pancake Breakfast and that all of the proceeds will go to the library at the Grand Terrace Elementary School. He indicated that they have changed their scholarship program. Starting this year they will be awarding High School Scholarships to graduating seniors that is a Grand Terrace resident regardless of where they go to school. He announced that they will be hosting the "Movie in the Park" for July 7th at Richard Rollins Park. He presented the City with $5,000.00 to go towards the cost of the paramedic equipment. He stated that Grand Terrace is an amazing volunteer town. There is an incredible pool of volunteers and it is part of the reason why it is such a great town. The volunteers give quickly and generously. He hopes that the City Council and Staff can also act quickly and generously when the need may arise for these volunteers. Debbie Earle, President, Grand Terrace Woman's Club Presented the City with a check in the amount of $2,500.00 to go towards the Paramedic Fund, Jeff McConnell Volunteer groups together make Grand Terrace what it is_ As we are about to enter this financial troubled waters he feels that it is important to keep in mind how can we do this instead of can we do this. He feels that if it is good for the community the Staff and Council need to figure out how to do it, not can we do it, Rick McClintock, San Bernardino County Fire Department Thanked everyone for all of the donations and support. Mayor Stanckiewitz Reported that we now have over $27,000.00 in the Paramedic Fund. 5. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Darcy McNaboe Noticed that Grand Terrace Health Care Center on Mount Vernon has been doing quite a bit of work. They are putting in a parking lot and she is very happy to see them to this project. The neighborhood watch meeting that was put on by the Sheriffs Department was very informative and well attended. It is her hope that these are done on a regular basis. As much as we need the professional law enforcement in the City we also benefit from the eyes and ears of people knowing their neighborhoods and watching to see what is going on. She attended the Beauty and the Beast performance which was spectacular. She also attended the Mayor's Ball which was a great event as well. She thanked the Lion's Club and Woman's Club for their donations and thanked all of the organizations and individuals that have donated to the Paramedic Fund. Councilmember Gene Hays Thanked the Seniors again for publishing the Crime Report. He congratulated the 2012 Woman of Distinction that are being recognized by Assemblyman Mike Morrell. He indicated that residents have expressed their concern with half -way houses that are coming into town, He questioned how many half- way houses are located in town. City of Grand Terrace Page 3 Updated 411112012 4:18 PM Minutes Grand Terrace City Council April 24, 2012 Community and Economic Development Director Joyce Powers Responded that she doesn't have a number of how many half -way homes are in town They are primarily licensed by the State. State Law provides for them. We can only regulate them with regard to distance from each other. Councilmember Hays Questioned if we as a City have the ability to object to any additional half -way homes coming into the City. He feels. that staff should look into the possibility of an action that can be taken to prevent more half- way houses coming into the City. Mayor Stanckiewitz Stated that he doesn't have any problems with half -way homes in town_ He recommended that this discussion be agendized for a future Council Meeting. Councilmember Bernardo Sandoval Reported that the Mayor's Ball was great fun and for a great cause. Beauty and the Beast was an amazing play. They put forth a huge amount of effort and work_ Events like these make our community what it is. Volunteers and al of their efforts make this community special_ The amount of money that has been raised for the paramedic cause Is what makes Grand Terrace an amazing community_ He stated that the challenges that the City is facing weighs heavily on him_ He attended a school board meeting where they gave an update on Grand Terrace High School. Most items at the high school are between 97 and 99% compliete_ They are confident that the school will be completed by the time school begins in fall. There is discussion at the school board level to not open the swimming pool at the new high school The school district is facing a budget deficit between 9 and 11 million dollars. The savings to their organization is $400,000.00 per year by closing all pools in the district_ which will include Terrace Hills Junior High. Pat Haro is having her campaign kick off today. Important to know that Pat Haro fought e many battles to get Grand Terrace their high school and urged everyone to support her. L Mayor Pro Tern Lee Ann Garcia Thanked everyone for attending the meeting. She reported that she is being sponsored by Hugh Grant to become a member of the Lion's Club. When she looks at the community she sees a generational integration. Everyone is coming together. The hardships that we are facing is causing everyone to come together and thanked all of the groups for their hard work and generosity. She recognized Pat Nix and congratulated her for being named Woman of the Year by Mike Morrell. She encouraged everyone to support the Lion's Club pancake breakfast. Grand Terrace Days is moving along. This years theme is a 50's theme "Getting Back to the Basics". There are a lot of home based businesses that should be reached out to, to encourage them to get involved in the Grand Terrace Days event. Mayor Stanckiewitz Thanked the Lion's Club and the Woman's Club for their generosity, it is very much appreciated. He stated that Assemblyman Mike Morell's mother passed away and requested that the meeting be adjourned in her honor. He received an email with regard to the little league field and requested that Facilities Use Agreements with the various youth organizations be agendized for a future meeting. He reported that he was approached by the booster club for the new high school and they questioned If they can participate in the fireworks sales. After looking at the Ordinance it appears that it is exclusive to the two sports organizations and that no other organizations can participate. He would like to agendize and request that staff work on the fireworks ordinance to see if we want to bring it up to date to allow additional organizations to participate. Mayor Pro Tern Garcia Expressed her concern with having multiple stands in town. She would like to outline what areas they would like to focus on. City of Grand Terrace Page 4 Updated 411112012 4:18 PM Minutes Grand Terrace City Council April 24, 2012 Councilmember Sandoval Feels that the Council needs to be mindful of the resources we have and that we don't want to take away from the most critical things, which is to get the projects done that the City will benefit from. Mayor Pro Tern Garcia Concurred with Councilmember Sandoval. City Manager Betsy Adams Stated that staff has the list of items that Council would like them to work on and we will agendize the items over the next several months based on the priority of each item. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Sale of Successor Agency Property in the 21900 Block of Barton Road to O'Reilly Automotive Stores, Inc. to Develop a New Retail Store To adopt a Resolution approving the Purchase and Sale Agreement between the Successof Agency and O'Reilly Automotive Stores, Inc., forward the Agreement to the Oversight Board for review and authorize the Successor Agency's Executive Director to complete all actions necessary to complete the sale of the property. ' RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Lee Ann Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: Darcy McNaboe, Councilwoman AYES: Stanckiewitz, Garcia, McNaboe, Sandoval, Hays Community and Economic Development Director Joyce Powers Gave an overview of the item being presented to the Council and requested that a Public Hearing be held. Mayor Stanckiewitz Opened the Public Hearing for discussion, there being none, he closed the public hearing and returned discussion to the Council. Councilmember McNaboe She stated that the sale price is $350.000.00 and that the proceeds is $347,000.00 and questioned if the difference in the two amounts are the closing costs that will be paid. Community and Economic Development Director Powers Responded in the affirmative. Councilmember McNaboe Questioned if there is anything in the Agreement that the Oversight Board may object to. Community and Economic Development Director Powers Responded that it is her opinion that there is nothing in the Agreement that they would be opposed to. Councilmember McNaboe Questioned if the Barton Road Interchange project stands in the way of them developing this site. City of Grand Terrace Page 5 Updated 4111/2012 4:18 PM Minutes Grand Terrace City Council April 24, 2012 Community and Economic Development Director Powers Responded that they are aware of the issue and the project will not affect what they will have to contribute in terms of right-of-way anymore than what they have been advised. Councilmember Sandoval Questioned what the approval process is and questioned if the process will cause delays for the project. Community and Economic Development Director Powers Explained the process and that the City will move forward as quickly as possible. Councilmember Hays Questioned if anyone has approached the City with regard to this piece of property_ Community and Econimic Development Director Powers Responded that the City struggles with its business attraction efforts. Mayor Stanckiewitz Stated that the City is doing exactly what the State is mandating us to do. B. General Plan Amendment 12-01, Zoning Change 12-01 and Zoning Code Amendment 12-01 Continue the Public Hearing on the General Plan Amendment 12-01, Zoning Change 12-01 and Zoning Code Amendment 12-01 to May 22, 2012. RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Lee Ann Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: Darcy McNaboe, Councilwoman AYES: Stanckiewitz, Garcia, McNaboe, Sandoval, Hays Mayor Stanckiewitz Indicated that the Public Hearing will need to be continued to a future meeting. He will open the Public Hearing for discussion then entertain a motion to continue the Public Hearing to a future specified date. Jeffrey McConnell Stated that bad rumors have been going around town with regard to this item. He indicated that the developer is not building apartments, they are building town homes. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS A. Engagement Letter for Records Review of Sewer Billings for 2009, 2010 & 2011 To approve an engagement letter with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott for a records review of Riverside Highland Water Company's Sewer Billings Handled for the City of the Years of 2009, 2010 and 2011. il City of Grand Terrace Page 6 Updated 411112012 4:18 PM Minutes Grand Terrace City Council April 24, 2012 I1 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Lee Ann Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: Bernardo Sandoval, Councilman AYES: Walt Stanckiewitz, Lee Ann Garcia, Bernardo Sandoval, Gene Hays EXCUSED: Darcy McNaboe Councilmember McNaboe Under Government Code 1090, she has what is described as a remote interest in this item so she is recusing herself from this item. B. Purchase of Four Shares of Riverside Highland Water Company Water Stock from a Private Party to Irrigate the New Park Site on Grand Terrace Road To approve a Purchase and Sale Agreement between the City and a Private Party (Lam) for four shares of water stock at a cost of $200.00 per share, plus meter charges on their account of $63.80 and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement and complete all actions required to complete the water stock transfer. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Lee Ann Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: Darcy McNaboe, Councilwoman AYES: Stanckiewitz, Garcia, McNaboe, Sandoval, Hays Jeffrey McConnell Expressed his concern with secondary dwellings on properties being charged an additional full price sewer bill. He feels that it is unfair and not right. C. Set Budget Hearing Date To set the Budget Workshop Meeting for May 22, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Lee Ann Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern ' SECONDER: Bernardo Sandoval, Councilman AYES: Stanckiewitz, Garcia, McNaboe, Sandoval, Hays D. Appointments to the Planning Commission Direct the City Clerk to advertise for appointments to the Planning Commission, accept applications and schedule interviews. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bernardo Sandoval, Councilman SECONDER: Lee Ann Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Stanckiewitz, Garcia, McNaboe, Sandoval, Hays Doug Wilson Indicated that he has been on the Planning Commission for twenty years. He has served as the Chairman for approximately ten years. He Stated that the proposed recommendation by staff has not City of Grand Terrace Page 7 Updated 4/11/2012 4:18 PM Minutes Grand Terrace City Council April 24, 2012 been the standard practice of the City over the course of the 20 years that he has been involved. He feels that staff is already burdened and feels that Council should not approve their recommendation. 9. CLOSED SESSION Council met ir4 Closed Session to discuss the Potential Initiation of Litigation Per Government Code Section 54956.9 (C) - One Case and there was no reportable action taken. Council also met in Closed Session to discuss Public Employees Performance Evaluation Per Government Code Section 54957 (B) - Title: City Manager. Council will schedule a Closed Session Item to review consensus and input through the City Manager. A. Potential Initiation of Litigation Per Government Code Section 54956.9 (C) - One Case B. Public Employee Performance Evaluation Per Government Code Section 54957 (B) - Titte: City Manager ADJOURN Mayor Stanckiewitz adjourned the City Council Meeting in memory of Assemblyman Mike Morell's Mother-in-law, Yvonne Nalvarette. Motion: The Next Regular City Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at 6:00 PM. MAYOR of the ity of Grand Terrace CITY CLEM ofthe- City of dikd Terrace 11 9 11 City of Grand Terrace Page 8 Updated 411112012 4:18 PM