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08/26/19930 CITY OF GRAND TERRACE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 26 1993 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 August 26, 1993 at 6:00 P.M. PRESENT: Byron Matteson, Mayor Ronald Christianson, Mayor Pro Tempore Gene Carlstrom, Councilmember Herman Hilkey, Councilmember Jim Singley, Councilmember Thomas J. Schwab, City Manager Brenda Stanfill, City Clerk Randall Anstine, Assistant City Manager Patrizia Materassi, Community Development Director Phil Bush, Finance Director Joe Kicak, City Engineer John Harper, City Attorney Lt. Rodney Hoops, Sheriff's Department ABSENT: None The meeting was opened with invocation by Councilmember Herman Hilkey, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Carlstrom. Mayor Matteson convened City Council meeting at 6:00 P.M. Mayor Matteson reconvened City Council meeting at 6:35 P.M. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 2A. Recycling Family of the Month - July 1993 Mayor Matteson announced that John K. Matthews and family of 11733 Eton Drive received the Recycling Family of the Month Award for July 1993 and were the recipients of merchant gift certificates from JB's restaurant, Flowers by Yvonne, and the Food Connection. 2B. Certificate of Commendation - Colton Joint Unified School District Mayor Matteson presented the Colton Joint Unified School District with a Certificate of Commendation, Council Minutes - 08/26/93 Page 2 which cites that Terrace View Elementary School received the 1993 California Distinguished Schools Award and recognizes the School District's exemplary endeavor to fulfill the educational needs of the community. Dr. Fischer, Superintendent of the Colton Joint Unified School District, accepted the award and praised Terrace View Elementary School Principal, Maryette Ferre. 2C. Proclamation - Elizabeth Murphy Mayor Matteson read a Proclamation honoring Mrs. Elizabeth Murphy's 100th birthday. CONSENT CALENDAR CC-93-132 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the Consent Calendar. A. APPROVE CHECK REGISTER NO. 082693 B. RATIFY 08/26/93 CRA ACTION C. WAIVE FULL READING OF ORDINANCES ON AGENDA D. APPROVE 8/12/93 MINUTES E. ACCEPT DECLARATION OF DEDICATION (MC DUFFEE) F. AUTHORIZE REDUCTION IN BOND AMOUNT - TRACT 13050, 13050-5, 13050-6 (T.J. AUSTYN) G. AUTHORIZE CALLING FOR BIDS (RECONSTRUCTION OF GRAND TERRACE ROAD) PUBLIC COMMENT Janet Lenaker, 23125 Westwood Street, Grand Terrace; indicating her membership in the group Citizens for a Grand Terrace School District, she expressed satisfaction with the number of people who attended the meeting that was held at City Hall on Wednesday, August 25, 1993 to support the founding of a Grand Terrace School District. She revealed that anyone interested in signing the petition or obtaining further information regarding the development of a Grand Terrace School District can contact the Citizen's group at (909) 424-3352. Council Minutes - 08/26/93 Page 3 ORAL REPORTS 5B. Council Reports Councilmember Carlstrom, reported that he presented the City's concerns regarding the proposed changes along the I-215 freeway to SANBAG and indicated that SANBAG is supportive of the City's interests. Mayor Matteson, questioned whether the I-215 changes will affect the fencing or grounds of Grand Terrace Elementary School. Councilmember _Carlstrom, responded that the issue of the school grounds was not covered and remarked that the feasibility study projects up to the year 2015. He extended condolences to the family of John and Paula Batista, residents of Grand Terrace for the past 17 years, who lost their 21 year old son, Paul John, to cancer on Friday, August 20, 1993. City Manager Schwab, explained that the I-215 project plan involves the removal of a 1/2 acre strip of land from the elementary school lot, which will necessitate the relocation of the fence and the construction of a sound attenuation wall at that site. He indicated that the Colton Joint Unified School District contacted the Riverside County Transportation Commission regarding the situation and remarked that the RCTC will purchase property on Vivienda which will be given to the School District as compensation for the property loss. Councilmember Hilkey, indicating that the City is a part of the Omnitrans transportation group, remarked that issues within Omnitrans will not affect the City. He applauded the use of the SMART trailer in the City and complimented the EARS program. He urged businesses that are experiencing financial problems to contact the Chamber for assistance through EARS. He encouraged the public to sign petitions regarding the formation of a Grand Terrace School District. Mayor Matteson, informed the public that the City has not taken any position regarding the formation of the District, explaining that it is an independent group of parents who are advocating for Council Minutes - 08/26/93 Page 4 the development of the District. He asserted further that City Hall is available for use by various groups but stressed that the City does not necessarily endorse any of the organizations that use the City Hall for meeting purposes. PUBLIC HEARING 6A. Zoning Amendment - Z-93-01(Accessory Structur s CC-93-133 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 5-0, to continue the Public Hearing for Zoning Amendment Z-93-01 to the regularly scheduled City Council Meeting of September 9, 1993 at 6:00 p.m. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7A. Code and Establishing a Comprehensive Schedule for Fees Taxes and Fines for Permits Licenses Services Facilities and Activities Provided by the City of Grand Terrace CC-93-134 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt the Ordinance amending Title 4 of the Municipal Code and establishing a comprehensive schedule for fees, taxes, and fines for permits, licenses, services, facilities, and activities provided by the City of Grand Terrace. NEW BUSINESS 8A. CC-93-135 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 5-0, to approve funding the D.A.R.E. program officer at Terrace View and Grand Terrace Elementary Schools through Community Development Block Grant funds and in the event that the CDBG funds are not available, to approve the pursuit of a 50/50 joint funding of the D.A.R.E. program between the City and the Colton Joint Unified School District, with the City's appropriation for the cost of the program to be $12,000 for the 1993/94 budget year. 11 i' Council Minutes - 08/26/93 Page 5 8B. Tra f f is Signal - Mt. Vernon and Grand Terrace Road/Barton Road and Grand Terrace Road City Engineer Kicak, summarizing that at the previous Council meeting staff was directed to investigate the feasibility of installing traffic control at the two locations in question, stated that he reviewed SWABS (State-wide Accident Reporting Systems) and identified the number and type of accidents that have occurred at those locations. He remarked that there should be a minimum of five traffic accidents in excess of $100 in damages in one year at a given location to warrant the installation of a traffic signal. Councilmember Sin le , inquired as to the possiblity of installing "stop" signs rather than traffic signals at the sites in question. City Engineer Kicak, acknowledged that installing a "stop" sign would be considerably less expensive than a traffic signal. Mayor Matteson, citing the excessive cost of installing a traffic signal, remarked that the issue did not need to be discussed. Councilmember Sincrley, requested that installing "stop" signs at those locations be given consideration and aired his concern regarding the danger inherent in the intersection of Grand Terrace Road and Mt. Vernon. Mayor Matteson, expressed concern regarding the stopping distance available for traffic approaching the top of the hill on Mt. Vernon. He indicated apprehension regarding whether installing a traffic control device at Mt. Vernon and Grand Terrace Road would constitute a greater traf f is hazard than leaving the intersection uncontrolled. City Engineer Kicak, remarked that certain types of accidents may decrease following the installation of a "stop" sign at a given intersection but added that year- end collisions may increase. He stated that traffic signals are not warranted at the locations in question. City Attorney Harper, commented that the City would incur liability should anyone injured in an accident prove that the traffic signal or sign installed by the City contributed to the cause of the accident. Council Minutes - 08/26/93 Page 6 Councilmember Sinaley_, questioned whether the City could incur liability if no action was taken on the matter. city Attorney Harper, stated that the City could be held liable for the faulty design of the street only, adding that any recovery would be nominal, however. He asserted that the CityFs examination and subsequent rejection of traffic control at those sites would protect the City from liability. City Engineer Kicak, related that the conditions to warrant the installation of a "stop" sign are identical to those that regulate the installation of traffic signals. Councilmember Sin le , questioned the justification for all of the other "stop" signs along Mt. Vernon. City Attorney Harper, revealed that the signs were warranted at the time of installion. Councilmember Singley, indicated that eventually "stop" signs become more effective and safer as drivers become acquainted with the location of the signs and suggested that the matter be returned for further consideration in the future. Councilmember Hilkey, concurred with the dangers at the intersection and suggested that traffic lights be installed without any additional paving. City Engineer Kicak, remarked that the cost estimate did not include more than 200' of curb and gutter, clarifying that the traffic signal accounts for the excessive cost of the project. Councilmember Sinaley, inquired whether Measure I monies could be utilized to fund the proposed project. City Manager Schwab, responed in the affirmative but indicated his feeling that those monies are not a viable source of funding for the project, adding that $200,000 would need to be appropriated from the General Fund to complete the project. Mayor Matteson, concluded that enforcing the 25 mph speed limit on Mt. Vernon would resolve the dilemma. [I] Council Minutes - 08/26/93 Page 7 Councilmember Carlstrom, inquired as to the feasiblity of the installation of an amber, flashing warning light suspended over the intersection. City Engineer Kicak, repsonded that there are warning signals on the approach to the intersection in question. ORDER OF ADJOURNMENT Mayor Matteson adjourned the City Council Meeting at 7:16 p.m., until the next regular CRA/City Council Meeting, which is scheduled to be held on Thursday, September 9, 1993. MA" of the City df Grand Terrace CITY CLERK of the City of Grand Terrace