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05/10/1990CITY OF GRAND TERRACE fl CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - MAY 10, 1990 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 May 10, 1990, at 6:00 p.m. PRESENT: Hugh J. Grant, Mayor Pro Tem Barbara Pfennighausen, Councilmember Jim Singley, Councilmember Gene Carlstrom, Councilmember Thomas J. Schwab, City Manager/Finance Director Randall Anstine, Assistant City Manager Juanita Brown, City Clerk David Sawyer, Community Development Director John Harper, City Attorney Joe Kicak, City Engineer ABSENT: Byron Matteson, Mayor The meeting was opened with invocation by Roosevelt Jordan, Student, California Baptist College, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Carlstrom. Mayor Pro Tem Grant convened City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Grant reconvened City Council meeting at 6:05 p.m. ITEMS TO DELETE None SPECIAL PRESENTATION 2A. Councilmember Pfennighausen read a Proclamation proclaiming the month of May, 1990 as "Good Posture Month" and the week of May 13-20, 1990 as "Chiropractic Wellness Week." Mayor Pro Tem Grant presented the Proclamation to Dr. Cynthia Williams. CONSENT CALENDAR CC-90-39 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER PFENNIGHAUSEN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 4-0-1-0 (MAYOR MATTESON WAS ABSENT), to approve the Consent Calendar. f^ A. APPROVE CHECK REGISTER NO. 051090 B. RATIFY 5/10/90 CRA ACTION Council Minutes - 5/10/90 Page 2 C. WAIVE FULL READING OF ORDINANCES ON AGENDA D. APPROVE 4/26/90 MINUTES E. CITY PARTICIPATION IN SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT TRAINING PROGRAM PUBLIC COMMENT Stan Hargrave, 12048 Canary Court, Grand Terrace; felt that if a Vehicle Abatement Ordinance is passed, the residents should be sent a letter stating when the abatement procedures will begin. He felt that it is obvious the school district is not doing any long range planning for the Grand Terrace school population and suggested that the Council consider authorizing a citizen task force to begin immediate discussions with the school district in regard to plans and alternatives that we as a City can implement for the welfare and education of our children for the near future. This task force should concern itself with positive solutions that are achievable within the current context of our relationship with the school district. He asked that this issue be put on the next Council Agenda. Councilmember Singley, suggested that a written proposal be submitted to the Council for review. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, felt that the school site committees and the PTA should be invo ved. Councilmember Carlstrom, felt that we have good representation on the school board and between them and the PTA he felt that the school issues will take care of themselves. Mayor Pro Tem Grant, agreed with Councilmember Singley and Councilmember P'ennighausen and directed staff to put this issue on the next agenda for discussion. Ed O'Neal, 22608 Minona Dr., Grand Terrace; reported an incident that recently took place where a the doorway of his home. H Department responded quickly and Grand Terrace to keep their doors survey results are available. Vehicle Abatement Ordinance on th e e young man forced his way through indicated that the Sheriff's he encouraged the residents of locked. He asked if the school He expressed concern about the agenda. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, read the results of the survey indicating that from the survey, people are generally satisfied with the education that their children are receiving from the Colton School District. She indicated that the results are available to any member of the public who wishes to review them. 11 Ij Council Minutes - 5/10/90 Page 3 Kathryn Harmon, Chairman, Economic Development Committee; reported that the committee has been receiving positive comments on the beautification of Barton Road. She indicated that the committee meets twice a month and is working to build the commercial development in Grand Terrace. She invited anyone who is interested to attend the meetings and stated that the committee will report to Council every month. Gene McMeans, Director, Chamber of Commerce; gave a report on upcoming Chamber of Commerce activities. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6A. Appeal of Planning Commission's Decision CUP-89-07 (Blaisdell n---,--w r_-- T-4- CommunitZ Development Director Saw er, reported that this is an appeal of a Planning Commission decision denying a Conditional Use Permit for the operation of a general assembly room. Staff recommended denial based on inadequate parking per Grand Terrace Municipal Parking Code. The applicant presented revised plans and again the Planning Commission denied the project based on inadequate parking. He indicated that staff made three different alternative recommendations to the Planning Commission, which are included in the staff report. He felt that the project, as proposed, should be denied based on inadequate parking. He indicated that there are detailed recommendations for possible approval included in the staff report. Mayor Pro Tem Grant opened discussion to the public. Larry Vesley, Architect, 22400 Barton Rd. #15, Grand Terrace; indicated that a traffic study has been done and at the time shared parking is requested, the parking never goes over 50%. He requested that Council approve staff's recommendation "B", which would allow 1200 sq. ft. of assembly area with a maximum of 50 people during day -time hours and 80 to 85 in the evening when parking is available. He indicated that they are requesting 20% shared parking which is 15 spaces in the center's parking. He presented a list of signatures in support of the assembly room. He felt that this assembly room would be an asset to the center. Councilmember Singley, indicated that he is impressed with the changes made and that he is in favor of this application. He felt that the assembly room may bring more business into the center. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, expressed concern about possible changes in the use of that center. She felt that the use of adjoining properties could change and impact this business. She felt that acquisition of temporary parking to satisfy a present need could become a problem and she is not in favor of approving this request. Council Minutes - 5/10/90 Page 4 Larry Vesley, stated that there will be a lease agreement with the adjacent property owner, which will state that the Conditional Use Permit will be void if the parking is no longer available. Councilmember Carlstrom, stated that after looking at the traffic study that was done, he is in favor of this request. CC-90-40 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CARLSTROM, to approve option "B" with conditions of approval as stated. Mayor Pro Tem Grant, asked if this use is compatible with the specific pan. Community Development Director Sawyer, replied that it does not, indicating that if the property next door develops, they will probably need that parking area and the Conditional Use Permit would then be void. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, expressed concern that this will result in parking on Britton Way, which is a "No Parking" zone. Wing Choi, Applicant; approached Council with pictures of the parking lot at various times of the day. Community Development Director Sawyer, read the conditions of approval. 1. Entire parking facility A, B, C, D & E shall be improved to the current standards of the City's Off -Street Parking Ordinance and the Barton Road Specific Plan. 2. An annual lease shall be entered into by the applicant and the owner of Area E, which shall provide the applicant with exclusive use of Area E for parking purposes. 3. This CUP shall expire one year from the date of its approval. It may be renewed on an annual basis by the Planning Commission upon submittal for such renewal prior to its expiration. Any such renewal shall consider among other issues, the renewal of the required lease of Area E. 4. The owners of Areas B and E shall sign an agreement for reciprocal parking and access between Areas B and E. 5. The square footage available for "assembly room" use shall be limited to 1200 square feet. The remainder of the building shall be developed as office space. 6. All activities associated with the "assembly room" use shall be contained within Suite 200, no related activities shall be conducted in any outdoor area. Council Minutes - 5/10/90 Page 5 6B. 7. The hours of operation for the "assembly room" use shall be as follows: Monday - Thursday Time Max. Occupancy Breakfast 6:00am to 9:00am 50 Luncheon 11:00am to 1:00pm 50 Evenings 6:00pm to 10:00pm 80 Friday Breakfast 6:00am to 9:00am 50 Luncheon 11:00am to 1:00pm 50 Evenings 6:00pm to 12:00am 80 Saturday 6:00am to 10:00pm 80 Sunday 6:00am to 10:00pm 80 8. All alcoholic beverages shall remain within Suite 200 and no alcoholic beverages shall be served within one hour of the required end of operation. 9. All persons and/or groups who use this facility shall be given a copy of these conditions and a copy of the Grand Terrace Noise Ordinance and shall sign an affidavit acknowledging the receipt and compliance of same. 10. Special holiday activities and hours may be approved by the Planning Director upon prior written request. 11. A security guard shall be present at each event and monitor Britton Way for parking compliance and noise abatement. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, asked if there is a parking problem, can the problem be a Timinated in a speedy manner other than waiting for the renewal of the CUP. Community Development Director Sawyer, indicated that if there are any violations of the conditions of approval, the Planning Commission can hold a Revocation Hearing. MOTION CC-90-40 CARRIED 3-1-1-0 (COUNCILMEMBER PFENNIGHAUSEN VOTED NOE AND MAYOR MATTESON WAS ABSENT). peal of Pl anni sions Commission's Decision SA-90-03 (Genel/Outdoor Community Development Director Sawyer, reported that this is an appeal of the Planning Commissions decision denying Site and Architectural review of a patio cover and overhead deck. He indicated that the Site and Architectural Review Board denied Council Minutes - 5/10/90 Page 6 SA-90-03 based on the finding that the proposed patio and deck is inconsistent with the general character of the existing neighborhood and that it is intrusive on adjacent properties. The Site and Architectural Review Board also had concerns over the size of the overhead deck area. He recommended that Council consider approving a smaller version of the overhead deck, which will allow for casual observation of the area's valley, but not be large enough to be a play or party area. He recommended that the overhead deck portion of the application be reduced to not greater than 150 square feet. Mayor Pro Tem Grant opened discussion to the public. Jim Genel, applicant, 22720 Raven Way; stated that the overhead deck would only be used by his family and it would not be used as a party area. He stated that children will not be on the deck without adult supervision. Councilmember Carlstrom, expressed concern about the safety of children on the overhead deck. City Manager Schwab, indicated that during the review process in order for him to get a building permit, Building and Safety will be looking at safety issues and the Building Code specifically addresses the width that the railings must be and the design criteria is to prevent a child from being able to fit through the railings. Mayor Pro Tem Grant, felt that the safety of children on an overhead deck is very important. Councilmember Pfenni haq usen, expressed concern about safety and felt that it would be very difficult to prevent children from going up on the deck without permission. She stated that she would be more comfortable with the deck if it were not so large, stating that the larger it is the more likely people will run or dance on it. She had concern that the deck would create another point of access to the home for a break-in. Councilmember Singley, expressed concern about infringing on the privacy of the neighbors. City Manager Schwab, indicated that all of the homes in the area are two-story homes and they already have a view of their neighbors yard. Councilmember Carlstrom, indicated that his primary concern is for the safety of young children and if it were approved by Building and Safety and the structure was not too large or too high off the ground, he would be in favor of the project. Council Minutes - 5/10/90 Page 7 CC-90-41 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER PFENNIGHAUSEN, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM GRANT, CARRIED 3-1-1-0 (COUNCILMEMBER CARLSTROM VOTED NOE AND MAYOR MATTESON WAS ABSENT), to deny the appeal of Planning Commission's decision on SA-90-03 denying Site and Architectural Review of a patio cover and overhead deck. ORAL REPORTS 5B. Council Reports Councilmember Pfennighausen, asked for an update on the situation brought to Council s attention by Mrs. Ogawa regarding the Michigan Avenue flood control project. City Engineer Kicak, reported that he has met with Mr. & Mrs. Ogawa and a meeting is scheduled with both the contractor and the property owners. He indicated that the problem is in the process of being resolved. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, indicated that at the last Council meeting a Proclamation was discussed at length by the Council and three Councilmembers expressed a desire that that Proclamation not be made and not be delivered. She stated that the Proclamation was in fact delivered. She felt that Council needs to make a policy so the Council can pull Proclamations that they do not want. Mayor Pro Tem Grant, directed staff to put a policy for Proclamations on the next agenda when all Councilmembers can be present. Councilmember Sin ley, expressed concern about safety on Mt. Vernon Avenue where the improvements are being done. He felt there should be temporary street striping to direct traffic over the hill. Mayor Pro Tem Grant, reported that he received a letter from a resident who is concerned about blowers used to clear dust from the sidewalks, stating that this is dangerous and harmful to the air quality. He felt that the City should keep an eye on the use of these blowers particularly in the commercial area. He reported that he represented the City at the May 2nd San Bernardino Associated Government meeting where the State Transportation Improvement program and the widening of I-215 was discussed; he indicated that he is pleased with the Barton Road improvements; complimented the Historical & Cultural Committee for the good job they did on the art show. He indicated that State legislation has been introduced in which a separate county decision can be made simply by the vote of the people in the proposed county. He indicated that he is opposed to this and requested that it be placed on the agenda for discussion and to take action either in support of the legislation or opposing it. He advised Council and the people of the community that he was not reappointed to the Local Agency Formation Commission and thanked those who did support him. Council Minutes - 5/10/90 Page 8 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7A. SECOND READING - Adoption of the County of San Bernardino Ordinance City Attorney Harper, stated that this is an Ordinance adopting San Bernardino County Ordinance No. 3349, Vehicle Abatement. City Manager Schwab, indicated that at the previous Council meeting Council conducted a Public Hearing to enter into a contract with the County of San Bernardino for vehicle abatement. He recommended that Council authorize the adoption of the County Ordinance. CC-90-42 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER PFENNIGHAUSEN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, to adopt the second reading of the County of San Bernardino Ordinance No. 3349 (Vehicle Abatement). Councilmember Carlstrom, stated that he is opposed to putting the responsibility of vehicle abatement in the hands of a larger entity. He felt that we should keep local control. City Manager Schwab, stated that the City is the one who will notify the County to remove the vehicles. The County will not look for vehicles to abate, it is going to be on a complaint basis made through City staff unless a resident calls the County directly. He indicated that the City has traditionally accepted all complaints. Councilmember Singley, indicated that the Ordinance states that anyone has the right to request that a vehicle be removed and felt that this may cause undue hardship on the citizens of Grand Terrace. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, indicated that there are processes of notice of violation and appeal procedures set forth in the Ordinance. She stated that some situations will not be taken care of until force is applied to abate the nuisance. City Manager Schwab, indicated that the Assistant City Manager will be the one who does the initial tagging of vehicles and there won't be a single car abated in the City that we will not be aware of. He stated that the County services will only make it more efficient for us to go out and clean up the City. He indicated that if we are not satisfied with the program, we have the option to terminate the contract. Mayor Pro Tem Grant, indicated that we have contracts with the County for other services, but felt that this service should be done by City staff. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, indicated that the City population is growing and the number of City staff has remained the same. She felt that if we are going to keep more services local, we need to consider hiring more staff. 0 Council Minutes - 5/10/90 Page 9 MOTION CC-90-42 FAILED 2-2-1-0 (MAYOR PRO TEM GRANT AND COUNCILMEMBER CARLSTROM VOTED NOE; MAYOR MATTESON WAS ABSENT) NEW BUSINESS 8A. Designate Mayor Pro Tem Grant as Delegate on Solid Waste Task Force CC-90-43 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER PFENNIGHAUSEN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CARLSTROM, CARRIED 4-0-1-0 (MAYOR MATTESON WAS ABSENT), to designate Mayor Pro Tem Grant as Delegate on Solid Waste Task Force. ORDER OF ADJOURNMENT Mayor Pro Tem Grant adjourned the City Council meeting at 8:45 p.m., until the next regular CRA/City Council meeting, which is scheduled to be held Thursday, May 24, 1990. MAYOR PRO TEM GRANT FOR MAYOR MATTESON