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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/10/1994CITY OF GRAND TERRACE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - MARCH 10 1994 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 March 10, 1994 at 6:00 P.M. PRESENT: Byron Matteson, Mayor Gene Carlstrom, Councilmember Herman Hilkey, Councilmember Jim Singley, Councilmember Thomas J. Schwab, City Manager Brenda Stanfill, City Clerk Bernard Simon, Finance Director John Harper, City Attorney Joe Kicak, City Engineer Lt. Hoops, Sheriff's Department ABSENT: Joann Lombardo, Interim Community Development Director The meeting was opened with invocation by Pastor Roger Greenwalt, First Baptist Church of Grand Terrace, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Judge Ronald Christianson. Mayor Matteson convened City Council meeting at 6:00 P.M. Mayor Matteson reconvened City Council meeting at 6:15 P.M. Mayor Matteson announced that former Mayor Pro Tempore Ronald Christianson was appointed recently by Governor Wilson as a Municipal Judge for the San Bernardino Court system. He congratulated Judge Christianson and wished him luck for the future, presenting Judge Christianson with a plaque commending him for his dedicated service to the City of Grand Terrace. He also remarked that the appointment automatically vacated Mayor Pro Tem Christianson's Council seat. Judge Christianson admitted that he viewed the appointment with mixed emotions but indicated that he is looking forward to serving in his new capacity. He stated that his three and a half years with the City were rewarding, commenting that he will miss everyone. He indicated that his district will cover Grand Terrace and thanked the City's staff and volunteers for their assistance while he served on Council. Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 2 ITEMS TO ADD 1A. Add 2C. - Presentation by BFI on the City's Waste Diyersionand_Recycling Program 1B. Add 8D. - Discuss City Council Vacancy and Appoint New Ma or Pro Tem ore CC-94--22 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CARLSTROM, CARRIED 4-0, to add Item 8D. (Discuss City Council Vacancy and Appoint New Mayor Pro Tempore) to the Agenda. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 2A. Recycling Family of the Month - January 1994 Mayor Matteson announced that Ms. Lisa Walser and family of 22321 Franklin Street are the recipients of the January 1994 Recycling Family of the Month Award and of local merchant gift certificates from Dimitri's restaurant and Cal Skate. 2B. Presentation to Council - Miller Family Rita Miller, 11900 Honey Hill Drive, Grand Terrace; on behalf of the Nephi Miller family, presented City Council with a biography, written by Ms. Miller and entitled Sweet Journey, of Nephi Miller and the history of the bee keeping industry in Grand Terrace. 2C. Presentation by BFI on the City's Waste Diversion and Recycling Program Steve Berry, Recycling Coordinator, B.F.I. Waste Systems; reported that the City is currently diverting 3.11% of the total waste flow, commercial and residential. Mayor Matteson, requested the definition of "diverting." Steve Berry, Recycling Coordinator, B.F.I. Waste Systems; Remarking that the recycling participation rate is 54%, explained that 3.11% of the total waste flow generated by the City is not going into a landfill but is being diverted to a recycling facility. He added that the rate for Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 3 recycling in Grand Terrace is higher than Loma Linda's rate which averages between one and two percent. He commented that the proposed Green Waste Program will divert an additional 13.2%, with a total diversion rate of 16.31%. He commented further that adding the projected diversion rate of the proposed Green Waste Program and the residential curbside recycling rate with the City's current diversion rate of 22.2%, which was calculated by the consulting firm that developed the City's Source Reduction and Recycling Element, will result in a total waste diversion rate of 38.51%. He indicated that the 38.51% figure will surpass the 25% recycling rate mandated for 1995 by AB939 and will be a major step toward the 50% rate required by the year 2000. Mayor Matteson, questioned whether the City's total waste flow has increased. Richard Chilton, Operations Manager, B.F.I. Waste Systems; affirmed that the number of tons per household per year have increased but stressed that those calculations were based upon the current diversion level, including the curbside recycling program. He remarked, however, that 30% of the 1.7 tons of waste generated per household will be green waste, which when extracted from the waste flow, will reduce the waste stream by 13%. He emphasized that it is the total diversion rate which is significant. Mayor Matteson, inquired if the City is meeting its obligation according to the requirements of AB939. Richard Chilton, Operations Manager, B.F.I. Waste Systems; replied in the affirmative but indicated that he had no information regarding the City's total commercial waste stream. He explained that the recycling figures for the base current diversion rate of 22.2% were compiled by the consulting company that did the City's Source Reduction and Recycling Element and not B.F.I. He added that the base rate, when combined with the City's recycling program, places the City at a diversion rate of 25% and stressed that the proposed Green Waste Program will place the City in an excellent position with regard to the mandates of AB939. Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 4 Mayor Matteson, questioned the cause of the waste flow increase for each Grand Terrace household. Richard Chilton, Operations Manager, B.F.I. Waste Systems; explaining that B.F.I.'s data is one year behind, speculated that the weight of water in the waste stream from last year's record rainfall might account for the increase in the weight of the waste. Steve Berry, Recycling Coordinator, B.F.I. Waste Systems; warned that the 25% diversion rate may be misleading, explaining that the 22.2% diversion rate, which was determined at the time of the SRRE, was calculated prior to the implementation of the curbside recycling program. He speculated that a portion of the 22.2% may now be included in the curbside recycling figures thereby lowering the supposed 25% diversion rate. Nevertheless, he assured the City that B.F.I. has the resources and tracking capabilities to ensure that Grand Terrace will meet the AB939 goals with the programs that are in place. Councilmember Sinaley, stated that the City currently does not have a green waste program and questioned whether B.F.I. planned to present such a program to Council. Steve Berry, Recycling Coordinator, B.F.I. Waste Systems; responded in the affirmative, commenting that B.F.I. plans to propose a Green Waste Collection Program for the City of Grand Terrace. He remarked that he anticipates that it will be presented by May 1994 with implementation possible by late 1994. He surmised that the recycling pick- up may be done by an automated system by that time. Mayor Matteson, remarked that the City received a letter that states that San Bernardino County is accepting metallic waste at the dump sites and questioned whether B.F.I. was being effected. Steve Berry, Recycling Coordinator, B.F.I. Waste Systems; responded in the negative but explained that light goods are being taken to a landfill and then diverted for recycling. He speculated that that service may be contracted in the future. He explained that waste disposal and recycling rules are inconstant, commenting that substances such as Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 5 freon must now be recycled but adding that acceptance of metallic substance in County landfills has not had a direct economic impact on B.F.I. since B.F.I. does not handle much of that type of material. Mayor Matteson, indicated his belief that there will be an increase in the tipping fee to compensate for the extra cost of recycling metallic waste. Steve Berry, Recycling Coordinator, B.F.I. Waste Systems; indicated that the fee increase, which is scheduled for July 1994, has not been determined but might be set at eight percent. He added that the increase will cover post -closure costs for landfills, reporting that the Milliken site, which is the largest site in San Bernardino County, handling 2,000 tons per day, will close in 1994. He explained that the waste then must be taken to another landfill, effectively accelerating the closure of landfills in a domino effect. CONSENT CALENDAR CC-94-24 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, CARRIED 4-0, to approve the Consent Calendar. A. APPROVE CHECK REGISTER NOS. 022494 AND 031094 B. RATIFY 03/10/94 CRA ACTION C. WAIVE FULL READING OF ORDINANCES ON AGENDA D. APPROVE 02/10/94 MINUTES E. ACCEPT FINANCIAL STATEMENT F. APPROVE FINANCE DIRECTOR TRAVEL TO CSMFO SEMINAR IN SANTA CLARA PUBLIC COMMENT Matthew Addington, 22844 Finch Street, Grand Terrace; speaking as the President-elect of the Grand Terrace Chamber of Commerce, reported that the Chamber is sponsoring a runner's race for Grand Terrace Days. He added that entry forms were placed in major magazines and mailed to residents in the Chamber newsletter. He commented that sponsorships are available and remarked Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 6 that the cost ranges from $1,000 to $7,500, providing the sponsor with advertising that reaches an audience of approximately 10,000 people. He added that sponsors will also reach readers through advertisements placed in major magazines geared to runners and indicated that sponsors will also be advertised on the event T-shirts. He reported that 400 runners are anticipated to run in the race, which will terminate at the Grand Terrace Days Fair. He added that the course has been marked and certified. He announced that there will be a silent, dinner auction on April 26, 1994 to raise funds for the Chamber. He hinted that the prizes will be items that normally are not available for purchase. He reported that Forum 1993 was a success and remarked that the Chamber anticipates that Forum 1994 will be held in May 1994. Dick Rollins, 22700 DeBerry Street, Grand Terrace; remarked that former Mayor Pro Tem Christianson was accessible to the citizenry. He suggested that all Councilmembers set aside time to hear citizen concerns about the community. Richard A. Barnett, 22208 Carhart Avenue, Grand Terrace; stating that he is now a resident of Grand Terrace, commented that as a Highgrove resident, he was elected Chairman of Highgrove CSA 126 and retains that title. He reported that the Riverside County Transportation Commission has approached County Service Area 126 requesting that the property between Center and Main Streets be used for nighttime storage of Metrolink Commuter trains. He indicated that the property, which is already owned by Metrolink, would be developed, fenced, landscaped, and lighted. He added that Highgrove will become a Metrolink station in the future. Relating that his intention is to inform Grand Terrace of events on its border, he commented that Highgrove is in the process of widening Center Street from Mt. Vernon to Iowa. He stated that Michigan was closed for the installation of pipes in conjunction with the street widening. He asserted that CSA 126 is actively negotiating with the Riverside County Transportation Commission and surmised that if Highgrove and Grand Terrace cooperate, a commuter train station for that area will become a reality. Mayor Matteson, inquired as to the proximity of housing to the property that Metrolink plans to develop for its train storage. Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 7 Richard A. Barnett, 22208 Carhart Avenue, Grand Terrace; stated that the property is located between Commercial and the railroad tracks, indicating that there are homes on the westside of Commercial. Mayor Matteson, questioned whether the houses are located in Grand Terrace or Highgrove. Richard A. Barnett, 22208 Carhart Avenue, Grand Terrace; replied that the houses on Commercial are in Highgrove. He added that all of the tracks for the proposed train storage area would also be in Highgrove. Mayor Matteson, inquired if any Grand Terrace homes are situated in that area. Richard A. Barnett, 22208 Carhart Avenue, Grand Terrace; responded that only SCE's Cage Park and a commercial building are located in that vicinity. He indicated that the station will affect the area, revealing his intention to keep the City up-to-date on the events. He commented that he met with City Manager Schwab and discussed the problem of the railroad crossings at Center and Main Streets, reporting that Santa Fe will add a third main line through that area. He suggested that Grand Terrace contact Santa Fe to get both Center and Main Streets paved. He announced that Highgrove will be having a picnic at Cage Park on Main Street in Grand Terrace May 8, 1994 for Mother's Day and invited residents from Grand Terrace to attend the free picnic. ORAL REPORTS 5A. Committee Reports 1. Emergency Operations Committee (a) Minutes of 11/21/93 and 12/21/93 CC-94-24 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 4-0, to accept the Emergency Operations Committee Minutes of November 21, 1993 and December 21, 1993. 2. Parks and Recreation Committee (a) Minutes of 01/03/94 and 02/07/94 CC-94-25 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 4-0, to accept the Parks and Recreation Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 8 Committee Minutes of January 3, 1994 and February 7, 1994. Mayor Matteson directed staff to investigate a concern expressed by the Parks and Recreation Committee regarding the possibility of a structural collapse due to the construction of a concrete floor on the second level of the snack bar at Terrace Hills Community Park. 3. Historical and Cultural Committee (a) Minutes of 02/07/94 CC-94-26 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, CARRIED 4-0, to accept the Historical and Cultural Committee Minutes of February 7, 1994. 5B. Council Reports Mayor Matteson, reported that the City received a letter from the Postal Service indicating that the final approval for the change of the City's zip code to 92313 has been granted. He added that the City's own zip code will be effective July 1, 1994. He reported that a 60-day and 30-day notice will be sent to the City's constituents. He thanked Councilmember Herman Hilkey for his efforts to provide the City with its own zip code. He announced that there will be trash collection at City Hall on April 9, 1993 from 8:00 to 3:00 or until the dumpster is full. He requested that the selection of LAFCO and SCAG representatives be placed on the Agenda for the next Council meeting. Councilmember Carlstrom, reported that he attended the SANBAG meeting that was held at California State University, San Bernardino, remarking that the federally mandated Regional Comprehensive Plan, which is due for finalization in April 1994, was discussed. He indicated that the Plan drew opposition from many cities. He explained that the Mayor has the vote for the selection of a representative for Lafco, adding that the vote will take place at 9:15 a.m. on Wednesday, April 6, 1994 He indicated further, however, that the SLAG representative is determined by individual votes from each Councilmember, including the Mayor, adding that those voting members must be present at the April 6, 1994 SANBAG meeting. He commented that the vote is to select a Regional Council Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 9 Delegate for SCAG District 5, which comprises the cities of Yucaipa, Redlands, Loma Linda, Grand Terrace, and Colton. He explained that the delegate position was vacated when Loma Linda Councilman Elmer Digneo retired. He indicated that former Mayor of Yucaipa, Lillian Eaton, and Redlands Mayor Pro Tempore, Jim Foster, have expressed the desire to be appointed to the position. He stressed that the voting Councilmembers must be present at that meeting in order to cast their votes. Councilmember Sin le , indicated that he attended the installation of Judge Ron Christianson and expressed his opinion that Judge Christianson is very highly thought of in the County, adding that the City should be honored that former Mayor Pro Tem. Christianson was selected for the post by the Governor. Stating that a few years ago the State Legislature passed a law that allowed the County to collect booking fees from the cities for booking prisoners, he reported that the City of Rancho Cucamongo developed an Ordinance that granted them the ability to require that incarcerated persons reimburse the cost of their individual booking fees to the City. Citing the significance of that Ordinance, he commenting that such an Ordinance would allow the recovery of approximately $20,000 per year for Grand Terrace. He indicated his intention to bring a similar Ordinance before Council in the future. Councilmember Hilkev, reported that Omnitrans is in receipt of the City's request for a shuttle service van, adding that the van will be on the Omnitrans budget for July 1, 1994. He speculated that the shuttle service will be implemented by October 1994 but expressed certainty that it will be in operation by January 1, 1995. He commented that the routing, the number of vans, and whether the City's logo will appear on the van, are still in negotiation. He stressed that although the shuttle service has been funded by the citizens through their gas taxes, the City has never received any service from Omnitrans. He requested the Mayor's assistance with the project. Mayor Matteson, stated that the shuttle route may incorporate the Highgrove Metrolink station. Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 10 city manager Schwab, reported Omnitrans a tentative shuttle City's decision to implement that the City made provisions to connect with the Highgrove PUBLIC HEARINGS 6A. that the City sent route along with the the shuttle, adding to extend the route Metrolink station. Mayor Matteson opened discussion to the public, there being none, he returned discussion to Council. CC-94-27 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, CARRIED 4-0, to approve the following priority listing for the 1994-95 CDBG projects: 1. Installation of sidewalks between the Grand Terrace Convalescent Hospital and the Grand Terrace Mail Mart on Mt. Vernon Avenue to provide adequate accessibility for the handicapped. 2. Development of landscaping in the Senior Citizen's Park. 3. Improvements and expansion of the existing Senior Center building. 4. Continued financial support for the Senior Home Improvement program through the Oldtimer's Foundation. NEW BUSINESS SA. Five -Year Warranty Agreement on Work at Barton Road and Mt. Vernon (Keeney & Sons CC-94-28 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARLSTROM, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 4-0, to approve the removal and replacement of the concrete in the crosswalks at Barton Road and Mt. Vernon with steel reinforcements and dowels to prevent the displacement of the concrete, to accept the contractor's guarantee of the work for a period of five years, and to authorize the City Attorney to draft a Five -Year Warranty Agreement for execution by the Mayor. 11 11 Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 11 8B. Mid -Year Budget Adjustments CC-94-29 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, CARRIED 4-0, to approve the following mid -year adjustments to the Budget: 1. Decrease FY 93-94 Estimated General Fund Revenue $650,000 to reflect the effects of the voided Pass Through Agreements with the CRA. 2. Increase FY 93-94 Estimated General Fund Revenue for the proposed CRA Loan of $650,000 to the City General Fund to offset the negative effects of the voided Pass Through Agreement with the CRA. 3. Increase FY 93-94 Estimated Storm Drain Fund Revenue $33,960 to reflect FEMA Funds received. 4. Increase FY 93-94 Estimated Air Quality improvement Fund Revenue by $68,999 to reflect AB2766 Grant Funds received. 5. Appropriate $1,386 General Funds for (2) fax machines and (1) cassette recorder replacement. 6. Appropriate $11,061 for Law Enforcement booking fees for the remainder of the current FY. 7. Appropriate $2,241 General Funds for additional expenditures incurred for last year's Tour de Terrace and advance expenditures for next fiscal year's event. 8. Appropriate $6,230 General Funds for prior year appropriations which were not carried to FY 93-94. 9. Appropriate $68,999 to record anticipated expenditures related to the AB2766 Grant received. 10. Appropriate $30,000 from the Storm Drain Fund to replace 612' of drainage pipe that failed during recent rains. 8C. Resolution - Granting Consent to the Formation of a Special Reassessment District CC-94-30 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CARLSTROM, CARRIED 4-0, to adopt the Resolution granting Council Minutes - 03/10/94 Page 12 consent to the County of San Bernardino for the formation of a Special Reassessment District. 8D. Discuss City Council Vacancy and Appoint New Mayor Pro Tempore CC-94-31 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 4-0, that each Councilmember solicit nominations for the vacant Council seat. CC-94-32 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY MAYOR MATTESON, CARRIED 4-0, to appoint Councilmember Gene Carlstrom as Mayor Pro Tempore. ORDER OF ADJOURNMENT Mayor Matteson adjourned the City Council Meeting at 7:25 p.m., until the next Regular CRA/City Council Meeting, which is scheduled to be held on Thursday, March 24, 1994. CITY CLERK of the City of Grand Terrace 4MA R of the City of Grand T race