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08/09/1990CITY OF GRAND TERRACE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 9, 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 August 9, 1990, at 6:00 p.m. PRESENT: Byron Matteson, Mayor Hugh J. Grant, Mayor Pro Tem Barbara Pfennighausen, Councilmember Jim Singley, Councilmember Gene Carlstrom, Councilmember Thomas J. Schwab, City Manager/Finance Director Juanita Brown, City Clerk Randall Anstine, Assistant City Manager David Sawyer, Community Development Director Joe Kicak, City Engineer John Harper, City Attorney ABSENT: None The meeting was opened with invocation by Pastor Salim Elias, Azure Hills Seventh-Day Adventist Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Singley. Mayor Matteson convened City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Matteson reconvened City Council meeting at 6:15 p.m. ITEMS TO DELETE None SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 2A. Jim Roddy, Executive Officer, Local Agency Formation Commission; presented a Resolution to Mayor Pro Tem Grant expressing appreciation and gratitude for his length of service on the Commission. 2B. Mayor Matteson read a Proclamation proclaiming the month of October, 1990, as "Energy Awareness Month." CONSENT CALENDAR CC-90-130 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM GRANT, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the Consent Calendar. A. APPROVE CHECK REGISTER NUMBER 080990 Council Minutes - 8/09/90 Page 2 B. RATIFY 8/09/90 CRA ACTION C. WAIVE FULL READING OF ORDINANCES ON AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF 7/26/90 MINUTES E. EMERGENCY PLAN UPDATE F. AWARD STREET AND STORM DRAIN CONTRACT G. AWARD STREET SWEEPING CONTRACT H. AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY CLERK TO ATTEND CEPO CONFERENCE IN SANTA BARBARA I. APPROPRIATION FOR ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENTS - MICHIGAN STORM DRAIN J. RENEWAL OF THE STATE SURPLUS PROPERTY PROGRAM K. AGREEMENT TO PREPARE SOURCE REDUCTION PURSUANT TO AB 939 L. APPROPRIATION FOR FINANCE DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT M. PLANNING COMMISSION REQUEST FOR COUNCIL TO DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE A SATELLITE DISH ORDINANCE N. ASSEMBLY BILL 1791 - IMPLEMENTATION OF CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PLAN 0. AWARD BID FOR TEMPORARY MODULAR UNIT FOR THE SENIOR CITIZEN'S CENTER PUBLIC COMMENT John Weeks, 22773 Brentwood, Grand Terrace; indicated that after comparing bills with neighbors, he and other residents have been over -charged by Loma Linda Disposal/BFI. He recommended an audit stating that he and others have been over -charged for several months. He also expressed concern that the company will no longer pick up discarded Ice Plant. Mayor Matteson, directed staff to look into the complaints made by Mr. Weeks. ORAL REPORTS 5A. Committee Reports 1. Parks & Recreation Committee (a) Minutes of June 4, 1990 Council Minutes - 8/09/90 Page 3 CC-90-131 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER PFENNIGHAUSEN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 5-0, to accept the Parks & Recreation Committee Minutes of June 4, 1990. 5B. Council Reports Councilmember Singley, make reference to SB 1333 which allowed changes in the Brown Act relating to public participation and public notice. He felt that the City should continue to do business under the old guidelines and suggested that Council adopt a Resolution opposing the changes. Councilmember Pfennighausen, agreed that Council should continue to follow the old guidelines and encourage citizen input. Mayor Matteson, directed staff to put a Resolution on the next agenda opposing changes in legislation. Mayor Pro Tem Grant, agreed that Council should continue to do business under the old guidelines. Councilmember Pfennighausen, stated that Council has taken action to become a co-financer to get continuity of wall -face along Barton Road. She felt that the City should notify the residents of the J action taken so they will not put up unattractive wood fences. She expressed concern that the residents are allowed to install vehicle gates along Barton Road where there are no driveways. She also expressed concern about the safety of the residents using the vehicle gates. City Engineer Kicak, indicated that by the restrictions on the tract map, there should be no access from the northerly side of Barton Road. However, we have an Ordinance that prohibits large vehicles in the front yard set -back area and there is not sufficient set -back off the street on which those houses are addressed to provide access for Recreational Vehicles to get into the back yards. He indicated that the residents have been using blocks or ramps to access their yards. Mayor Matteson, directed staff to investigate and report back to Counci I . Mayor Pro Tem Grant, reported that he attended the San Bernardino Associated Government County Transportation Commission meeting on August 1st. He asked the City Attorney for an update on the Billboard issue. r City Attorney Harper, reported that the Billboard Company had appealed the judges ruling and requested reconsideration. We reargued the demur and it was sustained as to all the significant counts. There is still one cause of action that has not been dismissed. Council Minutes - 8/09/90 Page 4 Mayor Matteson, indicated that the bid was awarded for the Temporary Modular Unit for the Senior Citizen's Center and introduced Philomene Spisak who requested to address the Council on that issue. Philomene S isak, on behalf of the Grand Terrace Senior's, thanked Council, staff, the Chamber of Commerce and the community for the support that has been given in the building of the Senior Center. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6A. Vacation of Portion of Barton Road (Darwin Parcel) City Manager Schwab, indicated that prior to incorporation, the property owner at the northwest corner of Barton Road and Canal Street dedicated 19 1/2 feet for the Barton Road ultimate right-of- way. Subsequent to that time the City has changed the ultimate right-of-way and it leaves two feet of right-of-way which is not needed by the City for any improvements in the future. The property owner has requested that the City vacate that two feet. Mayor Matteson opened discussion to the public, there being none, Mayor Matteson returned discussion to Council. CC-90-132 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt the Resolution ordering the Vacation and direct the City Clerk to record the Resolution. 6B. Amendment of Ordinance No. 64 - Street Cut Policy CitX Manager Schwab, indicated that this amendment would require public service companies to post a cash deposit prior to street excavation. This action will then make the posting requirements uniform for the general public and utilities alike. Mayor Matteson opened discussion to the public. Gene McMeans, Riverside Highland Water Co.; indicated that in 1987 he talked with City staff on street cuts and since then has sent a monthly to bi-monthly letter to the City showing street cuts that have been made, and he indicated that he has received no complaints. He stated that he works closely with the City Engineer to see that the contractors have no questions as to what is expected. He expressed concern about portions of the Street Excavation Ordinance indicating that he felt a section should be added stating that if a street is closed there should be a minimum of 24 hours notice given for safety vehicles. He made reference to the portion that reads "..excavations in excess of two feet by four feet shall not be made without prior approval of plans by the City Engineer." He felt that it should be changed to at least four feet by four feet for safety reasons. He expressed concern that his insurance company may not list the City as an additional insured I Council Minutes - 8/09/90 Page 5 and stated that if this is the case he would like the opportunity to talk with staff and work something out. Mayor Matteson returned discussion to Council. Councilmember Pfennighausen, asked if there would be a problem changing the requirements from two by four to four by four. She indicated that she is in favor of amending the Ordinance to require that public service companies post a cash deposit. City Engineer Kicak, replied that it would not be a problem. Councilmember Singley, asked if the permit has a time limit to complete construction. City Engineer Kicak, stated that each permit will vary depending on the work to be done. CC-90-133 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM GRANT, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt an Ordinance, amending Ordinance 64, requiring that all individuals and public utilities initiating street cuts, shall be required to post deposits before excavation takes place. 6C. SP-90-02 TTM-90-02 and E-90-03, a S subdivision (Raven/Anderson) )ecific Plan for a 22 lot Community Development Director Saw er, reported that this is a Specific Pan for a 2 - of subdivision located at 22872 Main Street. He indicated that this Specific Plan is a proposal for land division only, a Specific Plan is required because the number of lots proposed exceeds 20 and a large portion of the project is located in the City's Residential Hillside District, which requires all projects to prepare a Specific Plan. Through the Specific Plan, the applicant is proposing to develop only that portion of the property which is located in the R1-20 District, which is the lower, flatter part of the site. The remainder of the site is to be dedicated to the City as permanent open space and recreational area. He recommended that Council approve the Resolution approving SP-90-02, TTM-90-02 and its associated Negative Declaration as conditioned in the Resolution. Mayor Matteson opened discussion to the public. Michael Raven, Applicant, 1020 Oak Forest, Pasadena; indicated that he would be using approximately 12 acres out of a 53-acre site and he is proposing to dedicate to the City, 41 acres for use as a park in the future. He indicated that the lot sizes vary from 12,700 to 48,000 sq. ft. Mayor Matteson, asked if this development would eliminate the historical Tepee Ranch. Council Minutes - 8/09/90 Page 6 Community Development Director Sawyer, replied that that is the property being discussed, however, the Tepee Rock will remain. He indicated that the development would not go up to the Tepee Rock. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, expressed concern about terracing. She asked -TT the natural topography would be disturbed. Community Development Director Sawyer, indicated that the areas that are steeper at the back of the property will not be disturbed. Mary Ann Elliot, 22790 Raven Way, Grand Terrace; indicated that she is in favor of this project being developed. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, made reference to page 15 and asked if the amount of water shares should be changed due to action taken by Riverside Highland Water Co. Gene McMeans, Riverside Highland Water Co.; indicated that with the stock split that was made effective the 17th of last month, a single resident there will have to have two shares, which is equivelent to the 1/2 share today. Councilmember Pfennighausen, stated that the Specific Plan shows that all high school students attend Colton High School. She indicated that that is incorrect due to the fact that some students attend private school. She felt it should be altered to reflect the fact that Colton High School is the school that is designated to service the City of Grand Terrace. She indicated that this Specific Plan shows that the City has a franchise with Loma Linda Disposal and noted that this is under the presumption that that will be accepted since we are currently negotiating the franchise. She indicated that she is opposed to the City taking control of any portion of the side of Blue Mountain because of liability and felt that the City should refuse to accept the dedication and that area should be maintained by the howeowners association. She expressed concern that the water pressure listed will not be enough. She expressed concern about the grading and blasting that may be necessary indicating that there are many large boulders in that area that may be dangerous. She felt that the City should be willing to have an inspector on site to ensure that work is being done to specifications. She indicated that she would like to see as condition of approval that those who have prepared reports be required to be on site while work is being done. Michael Raven, Applicant; indicated that by lowering the pad elevations the water pressure has increased by approximately 5 pounds. Tony Petta, 11875 Eton Dr., Grand Terrace; encouraged Council to accept the land dedication indicating that this is an opportunity to gain control of a portion of Blue Mountain to be preserved for posterity. Council Minutes - 8/09/90 Page 7 Stan Hargrave, 12048 Canary Ct., Grand Terrace; felt that if Council does not accept the land dedication they should consider alternatives to the Homeowners Association. He felt that Homeowners Associations are ineffective and would not have the financial ability to take care of disasters that may occur in that area. Dennis Kidd, 22874 Pico St., Grand Terrace; felt that the proposed dedication would enhance the City and that Council should accept the land. MarX Ann Elliot, 22790 Raven Way, Grand Terrace; indicated that she is in favor of the City accepting the dedication expressing concern about the land going to a homeowners association. Mayor Matteson returned discussion to Council. CC-90-134 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM GRANT, CARRIED 4-1 (COUNCILMEMBER PFENNIGHAUSEN VOTED NOE), to adopt a Resolution approving SP-90-02, TTM-90-02 and its associated Negative Declaration (E-90-03) as conditioned in the Resolution. 6D. Z-90-01, Repeal of Title 18 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code the City's Zoning Ordinance) and E-90-02, a Negative Declaration or the proposed revision oT71tie 18 Community Development Director Sawyer, indicated that this is a complete revision of Title 18 to bring the zoning Ordinance and map into conformance with the City's revised General Plan. He approached the map and pointed out the major changes. He indicated that two major changes are the addition of a commercial manufacturing district and a new section on yards, which prevents the storage of boats and recreational vehicles in front yard setbacks. Mayor Matteson opened discussion to the public. Gene McMeans, Riverside Highland Water Co.; indicated that the proposed zoning change would help in their efforts to relocate the office and storage yard to Grand Terrace. Patty Dodson, 21974 De Berry St., Grand Terrace; indicated that she has three acres accross from the proposed CM zone. She stated that she has lost out on sales because of the zoning and requested that her property be zoned CM. Ron Christianson, 22422 Raven Way, Grand Terrace; felt that Council should consider the cost of enforcing the RV parking requirements as written in the Ordinance. Lee Swertfeger, 12438 Michigan, Grand Terrace; stated that the proposed CM zone would affect his property and indicated that he is in favor of the change. Council Minutes - 8/09/90 Page 8 Mayor Matteson returned discussion to Council. Councilmember Pfennighausen, asked what zone would be needed for a full -service automobile agency. Community Development Director Sawyer, indicated that an automobile agency could be in a C2 or CM zone and both zones would require a conditional use permit. Mayor Pro Tem Grant, stated that he is not in favor of the boat and RV parking restrictions indicating that it would force some residents to use public storage facilities. CC-90-135 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM GRANT, CARRIED 5-0, to delete boats and RV's from section 18.73.200. Councilmember Pfennighausen, asked what zone would be required for a funeral home. She indicated that in the residential section it reflects studio apartments and stated that by previous action taken by Council, studio apartments should be removed. Under the sign regulations, she felt that Council should consider allowing portable signs for businesses to advertise specials. She referred to the section on the appeals process and asked what the legal requirements are when new information is brought to Council. Community Development Director Sawyer, indicated that a funeral home could be in the C2 or CM zone. City Attorney Harper, stated that Council has no legal obligation to send a project with new information back to the Planning Commission. CC-90-136 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 4-0-0-1 (COUNCILMEMBER CARLSTROM ABSTAINED), to extend the CM district up to where Commerce Way ends. CC-90-137 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER SINGLEY, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Title 18 with the changes. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7A. Report on Michigan Sidewalks Between DeBerry/Van Buren City Manager Schwab, stated that Council directed staff to bring the issue of a pedestrian sidewalk on Michigan between DeBerry and Van Buren back to Council. He indicated that the City Engineer has provided three alternatives with the ideal alternative being construction of the full improvements. Alternative two would provide a temporary solution at an extremely high cost of $66,000. Alternative three would result in four unhappy homeowners who would have Michigan Street moved 13 ft. closer to their residences, and create an undesirable driveway angle. He recommended that Council Council Minutes - 8/09/90 Page 9 consider the alternatives for Michigan Street sidewalk improvements and direct staff to consider this item for a gas tax expenditure in the next annual fiscal year budget. Mayor Matteson, indicated that he is not in favor of alternative one because the sidewalk is needed on the east side for the children going to school and he is not in favor of alternative three because it would make the residents in that area have an undesirable slope. Councilmember Pfenni hausen, felt that alternative three could be done without the full 13 feet. Mayor Matteson, directed staff to contact the residents along that portion of Michigan and report back to Council. 7B. Landscaping and Street Lighting District 89-1 City Attorney Harper, stated that last year Council formed a Landscaping and Lighting District encompassing Terrace Pines. He indicated that the City is obligated under the statute to annually hold a Public Hearing and levy the assessments. Before you tonight are three Resolutions, one ordering the engineers report the second ' accepting the report, which has been provided and the third setting L a Public Hearing for the next regular meeting. CC-90-138 MOTION BY MAYOR MATTESON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PFENNIGHAUSEN, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt the Resolutions ordering the engineers report, accepting the report and setting a Public Hearing. NEW BUSINESS 8A. Training Program for Planning Commission Members City Manager Schwab, stated that staff was requested to bring to Council the issue of potentially forming a policy for Planning Commissioner attendance to training and seminars. He indicated that since the Planning Commission sits as a voluntary body it is not his recommendation that we make it mandatory that they attend the training sessions. However, he felt that we should encourage their attendance to the sessions. Mayor Matteson, suggested that the City could have workshops for the volunteers. Mayor Pro Tem Grant, agreed that attendance to seminars should not be mandatory. Councilmember Pfennighausen, felt that training is critical for Planning Commissioners and indicated that other City's may have the same concerns. She felt that our concerns should be conveyed to the League of California Cities that possibly a more round-robin, Council Minutes - 8/09/90 Page 10 through the State of California, one -day training seminars might be made available. She stated that uninformed Planning Commissioners can create a lot of problems and planning problems are becoming more and more complex. She felt that if we can't do it ourselves, we need to express this concern to the League and see if they can be responsive to this and if the league responds favorably and sponsors these then I believe it is encumbant upon this Council to make a certain number of hours training mandatory for a position on the Planning Commission. Councilmember Carlstrom, indicated that he is against mandatory training for volunteers. Mayor Matteson, indicated that he will check with the League of California Cities to see what is available. ORDER OF ADJOURNMENT Mayor Matteson adjourned the until the next regular CRA/City to be held on Thursday, August IRA7 of the City of Grand Terrace. City Council meeting at 9:30 p.m., Council meeting, which is scheduled 23, 1990. CK,TCLERK of the ty of Grand T race.