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10/10/1996CITY OF GRAND TERRACE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - OCTOBER 10, 1996 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 October 10, 1996 at 6:10 p.m. PRESENT: Byron R. Matteson, Mayor Dan Buchanan, Mayor Pro Tem Jim Singley, Councilmember Lee Ann Garcia, Councilmember Thomas J. Schwab, City Manager John Donlevy, Assistant City Manager Brenda Stanfill, City Clerk Bernard Simon, Finance Director Patrizia Materassi, Community Development Director Virgil Barham, Building and Safety Director Lt. Stewart, Sheriffs Department ABSENT: Herman Hilkey, Councilmember John Harper, City Attorney The meeting was opened with invocation by Pastor Salim Elias, Azure Hills Seventh-Day Adventist church of Grand Terrace, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Garcia. CONSENT CALENDAR CC-96-149 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 4-0-1-0 (COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY WAS ABSENT), to approve the Consent Calendar. A. Approve Check Register No. 101096 B. Ratify 10/ 10/96 CRA Action C. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda D. Approve 09/26/96 Minutes PUBLIC COMMENT Dick Rollins, 22797 Barton Road, Grand Terrace, stated that he was unable to attend any of the September Council Meetings due to an illness. He reported that the Crime Prevention Committee had discussed planting a tree in honor of Kazuko Hurlburt, a liquid amber tree was recommended, and he stated that one could be purchased for approximately $100.00. He suggested that the planting of the tree could be a project for "Make a Difference Day." He stated that the City is due for a new flag and presented a flag that is made of a new material that should last longer. He commended the City on the City's Newsletter "Terrace View." Council Minutes October 10, 1996 Page 2 Mayor Matteson, questioned who was in charge of planting the tree for Kazuko Hurlburt. City Manager Schwab, stated that at this time he is waiting for a recommendation from the Crime Prevention Committee and will follow it up. Mayor Matteson, reported that Red Ribbon Week is coming up and requested that Tonya Nelson, Community Services Officer give a report on the activities. Community Services Officer Nelson, reported that on October 17, 1996 there will be a program "Giving Teens Something to Talk About" and invited Council and Staff to attend, it will be at Terrace Hills Middle School at 7:00 p.m. A Red Ribbon March will be at 7:00 p.m. on October 25, 1996. The Fire Department will be hosting the Pancake Breakfast on October 20, 1996. Citizens Patrol will be selling Halloween safety light sticks. ORAL REPORTS 5A. Committee Reports 1. Historical and Cultural Activities Committee (a) Minutes of 09-03-96 CC-96-150 MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM BUCHANAN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 4-0-1-0 (COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY WAS ABSENT), to accept the Historical and Cultural Activities Committee minutes of September 3, 1996. 5B. Council Reports Mayor Matteson, requested that Steve Berry from BFI give a report on the trash conversion. Steve Berm, District Vice-president BFI/Loma Linda Disposal; reported that the first week of the green waste recycling program was a tremendous success. He reported that they sent out mailers and flyers and also had ads in the local paper and is working with Assistant City Manager Donlevy on a Compost Education Program. They had more than 375 calls come into their office with questions, complaints and exchanges. He stated that he is available for questions. Mayor Matteson, questioned what happens to the green waste that is picked up. Steve Berry, responded that they are going to be putting out a flyer specifically on green waste recycling and the process. He stated that it goes over to Inland Empire Composting where it is processed and used as a soil enrichment. Caltrans and Farmers buy it and re -use it. Mayor Matteson, asked about the insecticides that are used on the yards. 11 Council Minutes October 10, 1996 Page 3 Steve Berry, stated that there is a small trace amount and the composting process should take care of those chemicals and the soils are tested. Mayor Matteson, questioned how long it takes for a compost pile to turn. Steve Berry, responded that it depends on the type of composting that is used and it ranges from six to nine weeks. Mayor Matteson, questioned whether there are any problems that the residents are having that BFI has not been able to solve. Steve Berry, stated that most of the complaints are just because of the change. Assistant City Manager Donlevy, stated that the numbers that BFI presented to the City Council represents a very important milestone in meeting our AB 939 goals. One of the issues that came up was trash exemptions and residents that would like an exemption will need to come in and fill out an application. He stated that the composting education program will be the next step and a lot of community education will be provided. Councilmember Garcia, questioned who would get an exemption from refuse pick-up. Assistant City Manager Donlevy, stated that people that live on a half acre or more and some business owners. They are asked to demonstrate how they plan to haul their refuse off their property, not just anyone will be granted an exemption. Mayor Matteson, thanked Assistant City Manager Donlevy and Steve Berry From BFI for all of their efforts. Mayor Matteson, stated that Ed O'Neal donated a computer desk to the City which will be placed in the library. He reported that the County is offering flu shots for $5.00. The Chamber of Commerce is holding a candidate's night on October 22, 1996 at 7:00 p.m. at the Grand Terrace Community Meeting Room. He read a letter from the County Board of Supervisors denying the request that CAS38 fund an independent study of the consolidation of County fire and CDF. The County will provide the Cities of Highland, Yucaipa and Grand Terrace with the information that has already been compiled and if after review they are not satisfied, they will reconsider the request. He reported that he received a letter from Dr. Fischer outlining the goals for this school year and expressed his satisfaction with the Colton Joint Unified School District. Mayor Pro Tem Buchanan, reported that he participated as a volunteer at Tour de Terrace which was well supported by staff and the community. The City of Grand Terrace Recreation Services will be hosting the 15th Annual Halloween Haunt on October 31, 1996 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Pico Park which is a great alternative to door-to-door trick -or -treating. He commended all of the activities that are put on by the City which help to bring this community together. Councilmember Garcia, reported that she went on her ride -along with the Sheriff s Council Minutes October 10, 1996 Page 4 Department and also with Citizen's Patrol. She also reported that on October 3, 1996 the City held a County Disaster Training Exercise with city staff and volunteers. She reported that she attended the Grand Terrace Women's Club auction and picnic which was a successful fund raiser for many of their charities and stated that the Women's club is one of the oldest service clubs in Grand Terrace. They were established in 1909. She also attended the library's story teller program which was very entertaining. The library will also be holding a Halloween Program on October 30, 1996. She reminded everyone about the Country Fair which will be held on November 2, 1996 and encouraged people to enter the cooking contest. Arts and Crafts can be exhibited and/or sold. Councilmember Single, reported that he attended the SANBAG meeting and the Gang and Drug Task Force meeting on Wednesday. He also attended Tour de Terrace and felt that it was a nice event. He also reported that he attended the Parks and Recreation Committee meeting on Monday and suggested that they have a tiny tot race at Tour de Terrace to try to get more of the community involved. He reported that at the annual Country Fair AAA will be there to do bicycle safety inspections and urged residents to come and participate. Mayor Matteson, questioned whether they would be doing fingerprinting or not. Community Services Officer Nelson, stated that there will be a Bicycle Rodeo on Sunday, November 17, 1996. They will be issuing bicycle operation licenses, registering bicycles, and fingerprinting. Councilmember SinglU, also reported on the Pancake Breakfast at the Fire Station and urged everyone attend and help support our local fire station and law enforcement. He reported that October 26, 1996 is "Make a Difference Day" and urged anyone who is interested to contact the Recreation Services Department. He also stated that he and Councilmember Garcia will be judges at the Halloween Haunt Costume Contest and urged everyone to attend. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6A. CUP-90-06 (R-5)• K & M Accessories - Reouest for a Two Year Extension of the Conditional Use Permit with Conditions of Approval Mayor Matteson opened discussion up to the public, there being none he returned the discussion to the City Council. CC-96-151 MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM BUCHANAN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 4-0-1-0 (COUNCILMEMBER HILKEY WAS ABSENT), to approve staffs recommendation to approve a Resolution of the City of Grand Terrace, California, Approving a Renewal and two-year extension of CUP-90-06 (R5), A Request for an Outdoor Radio Control Vehicle Race Track and Associated Hobby Shop (K&M Accessories) ORDER OF ADJOURNMENT Council Minutes October 10, 1996 Page 5 Mayor Matteson adjourned the City Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m., until the next Regular CRA/City Council Meeting which is scheduled to be held on Thursday, October 24, 1996. �& �tx� �� — CITY CLERK of the Ci of Grand Terrace