06/13/1985CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 13, 1985
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 June 13, 1985, at 5:39 p.m.
PRESENT: Hugh J. Grant, Mayor
Byron Matteson, Mayor Pro Tempore
Tony Petta, Councilman
Barbara Pfennighausen, Councilwoman
Dennis L. Evans, Councilman
Seth Armstead, City Manager
Ivan Hopkins, City Attorney
Joe Kicak, City Engineer
Myrna Erway, City Clerk
ABSENT: None
The meeting was opened with invocation by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, followed by
the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Mayor Pro Tem Matteson.
ITEMS DELETED - 3F & 3G - Approval of 5/16/85 and 5/23/85 Minutes;
Ordinance amending Chapter 2.16 of the Grand Terrace Municipal
Code dealing with the Planning Commission.
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE - Mayor Grant read and presented a Certificate
of Service to Wini re Bartel for her service on the Planning
Commission.
THREE-YEAR EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARD - Mayor Grant presented a Three -Year
Service Award Pin to Mike Luna.
ANIMAL CONTROL - Responding to questions, Ray Martinez, San Bernardino
County Anima Control Department, recommended City Staff and Council
contact him directly regarding specific problems. Advised a special
enforcement team is available to cover problem areas. Council
requested the special enforcement team to enforce the leash law. Mr.
Martinez requested advisement of the time of day and areas where dogs
are running loose in order to assign a special enforcement team.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items 3A, 3C, 3H,�3I, 3K, and 3R were removed from the Consent
Calendar for discussion.
CC-85-191 Motion by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Second by Councilman Petta, ALL
AYES, to approve the following Consent Calendar Items:
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B. Ratify 6/13/85 CRA Actions;
D. Approve 5/13/85 Minutes;
E. Approve 5/14/85 Minutes;
J. RESOLUTION NO. 85-06 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GRAND IFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE PASSAGE OF ASSEMBLY
BILL 1868 (CALDERON) DEALING WITH AIR RESOURCES BOARD MEMBERSHIP;
L. RESOLUTION NO. 85-08 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GRAND TE RACE, ALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 81-72 AND
ADJUSTING THE SALARY RANGE FOR THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF
GRAND TERRACE;
M. Authorize City Manager and City Attorney to attend League of
California Cities' Hazardous Materials Seminar in Sacramento June
19 and 20, 1985;
N. Authorize traffic closure of Ladera Street between Darwin and
Browning on July 6, 1985, from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., for a block
party;
0. Authorize extension of expiration to 6/24/86 for Tentative Tract
12218;
P. Accept and authorize City Clerk to record Grant Deed Easement from
James L. and Geraldine W. Harber for storm drain located S/o Van
Buren and W/o Michigan and reject maintenance responsibility for
storm drain;
Q. (1) Accept Bonds for Tract 9772-1:
Bond #104641 - $19,000-Road
Bond #104642 - $3,400-Sewer
Bond #104643 - $7,400-Water
(2) Release Bonds/Agreements - Tract 9772-1:
Bond #104641 - $190,000-Road
Bond #104641-A - $95,000-Labor/Material
Bond #104642 - $34,000-Sewer
Bond #104642-A - $17,000-Labor/Material
Bond #104643 - $74,000-Water
Bond #104643-A - $37,000-Labor/Material
CHECK REGISTER NO. 061385
Councilwoman Pfennighausen: (1) Warrant No. 13225 - objected to the
amount of expenditures for locks and keys for the Civic Center;
questioned and was advised the expense is taken from the General Fund
and is for modifications to the Civic Center specifications, which was
not the Contractor's responsibility; requested justification for
further expenditures. Councilman Petta, with Council concurring,
requested that Staff prepare a list of all lock and key expenditures;
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(2) Warrant No. 13245 - understood Susan Crawford volunteered her
services to the City for caligraphy; recommended seeking someone in
the community to volunteer that service; (3) questioned and received
clarification on Warrant Nos. 13256 and 13277.
CC-85-192 Motion by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Second by Councilman Petta, ALL
AYES, to approve Check Register No. 061385 as presented.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (5/9/85)
Councilwoman Pfennighausen, referencing the first paragraph on Page
10, requested the Minutes be amended and returned for approval since
the statement she requested "for the record" was not complete.
CIVIC CENTER JANITORIAL SERVICE CONTRACT (GTC85-14)
Councilwoman Pfennighausen, with Mayor Pro Tem Matteson concurring,
felt the Contractor is not providing all the services specified;
referencing an Addendum to the Contract indicating an additional
charge of $59.00 per occurrence for cleaning the exterior windows,
questioned why the Staff Report stated there would be no additional
cost unless minimum wages are increased. Felt the additional cost
should be reflected in the records and that the windows will require
monthly cleaning. Community Services Director Anstine stated the
Contractor misinterpreted the original window washing specifications
and requested the renewed Contract be amended to include the
additional charge on an as -needed basis, as specified in the Addendum;
felt the proposed cost was reasonable.
CC-85-193 Motion by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Second by Mayor Pro Tem
Matteson, to approve and authorize the Mayor to execute renewal of the
Contract for Annual Janitorial Services (GTC85-14) with Accurate
Janitorial Services, in the amount of $1,066 per month, including $155
per month for the Library, to expire June 30, 1986. (There will be an
additional $59.00 per occurrence cost for exterior window cleaning.)
Responding to Mayor Pro Tem Matteson's request for Staff follow-up on
janitorial service, Mr. Anstine requested that service complaints be
provided to him in writing.
Motion'No. CC-85-193 carried, ALL AYES.
RECREATIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT RENEWAL (GTC85-18)
Councilman Petta requested this matter be deferred to the June 27
meeting to allow him to meet with Staff for clarification.
RESOLUTION NO. 85-07 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 84-42 AND
ADJUSTING THE SALARY RANGES FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF GRAND
TERRACE.
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CC-85-194 Following clarification, Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Matteson, Second by
Mayor Grant, ALL AYES, to adopt Resolution No. 85-07.
LIABILITY INSURANCE FUND APPROPRIATION 0
Responding to Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Finance Director Schwab
clarified the City participates in a self-insurance pool, and expenses
are prorated with the other participating cities; major law suits
would have a significant affect when claims exceed $100,000; a
multi -million judgment of any city within the pool would increase the
premium considerably. City Attorney Hopkins clarified punitive
damages and advised the City has no coverage for this.
CC-85-195 Motion by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Second by Mayor Pro Tem
Matteson, ALL AYES, to authorize $19,752 appropriation from General
Fund Balance to Insurance and Safety Bonds Account No. 10-4120-269 for
a total Account appropriation of $47,752.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Phil Wagner, 12610 Sanburg, noted he appeared before Council April 11
and Wilden Pump has not yet provided required screening; noise is
still a problem; he immediately responded to Planning Director Kicak's
letter, but has had no reply. Mr. Wagner was advised the Planning
Director would be present later in the meeting and would be advised to
contact him the next day.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT - Mayor Grant advised the Planning
Commission will o its next meeting June 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the
Council Chambers.
HISTORICAL & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE REPORT - The June 3, 1985
Minutes were provided. ar ara Mathews, Chairperson, advised there
was no quorum for the last two meetings.
Councilwoman Pfennighausen stated the reason the Committee lacked a
quorum for the last meeting was because a Committee member with a
broken foot had no way to indicate her presence at the handicap
entrance of the building. City Manager Armstead advised a work order
has been initiated to install a doorbell at the handicap entrance.
Mayor Grant noted this is needed for the Meeting Room and Library.
CRIME PREVENTION COMMITTEE
CC-85-196 Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Matteson, Second by Councilman Petta, ALL
AYES, to accept the resignations of John B. LeMay and Joe Ramos, with
regret, and direct the preparation of letters of appreciation.
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS COMMITTEE - Ed Luers, Chairman: (1) Anticipates
Committee review of the EmerTency Plan at the next meeting, with
copies to be provided for Council review soon; (2) Investigating the
purchase of emergency medical supplies in volume to be located
throughout the City. 0
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - Mayor Pro Tem Matteson reported the
Committee will be assisting a developer who plans to develop nine
acres located in the east part of the City; the Committee is working
toward attracting a hardware store and family restaurant.
Mayor Grant advised he received a telephone call this date from Steve
Anderson, President of Modern Materials, a wholesale building
materials firm, indicating possible acquisition of Inland Lumber and
concern about possible constraints due to its location; the Mayor
noted previous complaints received from adjacent residents regarding
excessive noise from Inland Lumber's operation. Recommended that
Staff immediately contact Mr. Anderson, furnish him any necessary
informtion, and inquire whether this would be strictly a wholesale
operation. For the record, "would encourage the City to encourage
this man if and in fact he meets what we are looking for - if he does
not, if it is going to create the same problems we had before, then
I'm not so certain I'm that anxious." Mayor Pro Tem Matteson
recommended advising him of previous problems. Councilwoman
Pfennighausen, with Mayor Grant concurring, indicated she did not
favor encouraging a business in that area that would not generate
additional revenue.
POLICE CHIEF REPORT - Dick Rollins, 22700 De Berry, commended the
Sheriff's DepartmeFt for apprehending burglary suspects.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilman Evans: (1) Requested that mail addressed to individual
ounce mem F-s a forwarded directly to Council unopened. Mayor Grant
concurred; noted outgoing correspondence on City stationery should be
made available to all Councilmembers; (2) Questioned and received
clarification that Council action to approve funding two Planning
positions did not include approving those positions. Responding to
questions, City Manager Armstead advised that the Planning Director
advised him he would continue the Planning functions until Council
determines whether they will be contracted or in-house; noted that
Mr. Kicak has indicated a willingness to continue contractual services
and would submit a proposal when RFP's are circulated.
Mayor Pro Tem Matteson: SB 75, the Deep Pocket Bill, has passed the
Senate and is coming efore the Assembly; sent letters urging support
of the Bill to 14 Assemblymen, and encouraged support by City
Officials and Chambers of Commerce. Councilwoman Pfennighausen
advised she has sent two sets of letters supporting this Bill; felt
the volume of mail has an impact.
Mayor Grant (1) Received a letter from the Inland Empire Cultural
Foundation; will provide copies to Council;(2) Referencing Council
correspondence received from Mrs. Julie McDowell, Corresponding
Secretary of the Republican Women's Club, expressing gratitude for the
opportunity to be involved in the Civic Center Dedication Ceremony,
commended that organization for assistance provided; (3) Council was
provided correspondence dated 6-25-85 from Dick Jacobsen, Colton Joint
Unified School District Superintendent, relative to optional
elementary school sites in the City. Mayor Pro Tem Matteson
recommended the Economic Development Committee review the letter at
its next meeting. Councilwoman Pfennighausen recommended Council
seriously review the Student Impaction Report since it conflicts with
information in Mr. Jacobsen's letter.
GRANT DEED - PORTIONS OF LOTS 26 THROUGH 33, TRACT NO. 9482
City Attorney Hopkins recommended Council action to accept the grant
deed for the 100-foot strip of land offered by Griffin Homes located
between Merle Court and Paradise Street.
CC-85-197 Motion by Councilman Petta, Second by Councilman Matteson, to accept
and authorize the City Clerk to record the Corporate Grant Deed from
Griffin Homes for a 100 foot wide easement on portions of lots 26
through 33, Tract 9482. Discussion clarified that Griffin Homes will
seed the property and install a manual sprinkling system. The City
will upgrade the watering system to automatic and will maintain the
property. Motion No. CC-85-197 carried, ALL AYES.
Recessed at 7:10 P.M. and reconvened at 7:20 P.M. with all present.
APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL - CUP/SPECIFIC PLAN 85-8
Planning Director Kicak advised McMillin Development is appealing the
Planning Commission's denial of its application for a Specific
Plan/Conditional Use Permit 85-8, Mt. Vernon Villas, at the May 20
meeting. The Planning Commission denial was based on: (1)
Inconsistencies in the Specific Plan; (2) The proposed development
would be detrimental to the general health, safety, morals, comfort or
general welfare of the persons residing or working within the
neighborhood of the proposed use; and (3) The impact on the City's
infrastructures and Circulation Element. Recommended conducting the
Public Hearing, then determine whether to deny, approve, or modify the
CUP/Specific Plan for return to the Planning Commission for
consideration.
Mayor Grant opened Public Hearing.
Supporting Testimony
Al Trevino, the appellant, advised adjustments were made to the
initial plan after three of the major land owners coordinated and
agreed upon access points, grading, and landscaping. Noted Council
commended the coordinated effort and presentation of the revised plan
in July, 1984, and the City Engineer was directed to negotiate for
Gage Canal crossings as shown on the overall plan; based on this
positive review, the property owner entered into a binding agreement.
This specific plan meets the overall concept of the plan previously
reviewed by the City Council. Following approval of the R-3 zoning,
input from residents at those Hearings, and review with Staff,
corrections were incorporated into the final document. 0
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Mr. Trevino stated the Specific Plan includes a master plan for
grading and utilities, retail sales potential analysis, school
generation study, energy cooperative study with SCE, a program for
parks, bike trails, and landscaping. Three traffic engineering
reports concluded that Mt. Vernon will have the capacity to handle the
buildout of Grand Terrace based on the densities of its adopted
General Plan when the schedule of improvements are completed; he had
recommended a landscaped entry to the City and a divided roadway. The
Chamber of Commerce supports the multi -family projects; the Senior
Citizens have indicated approval of planned senior citizen housing
within the project; made every effort to conform with the needs and
demands of the City; felt the Plan meets all requirements. Mr.
Trevino gave a slide presentation on this and other developments.
Mr. Trevino, based on the indication by neighboring residents that a
density of 12-13 units per acre would not create a problem, proposed a
base density of 12.75 units per acre and an additional 4 or more units
per acre devoted totally for senior housing; noted senior units would
not create impaction and referenced Council Minutes reflecting
Council's desire to do something for the senior citizens.
Attorney Jerold Walsh, Cox, Castle & Nicholson, representing Mr.
Trevino and McMillin Development, stated the Planning Commission had
previously advised Council they would not approve the density; State
legislation forbids denial based on density; it is only a factor when
there is no satisfactory mitigation or avoidance of the adverse
impact. Stated the basis for denial by the Planning Commission is not
specific and gives no guidance. Noted 25 of the 33 Staff -recommended
conditions pertain to the impact on the infrastructures and the
Circulation Element; felt the developer has agreed to adequate
mitigations. This project is proposed by a responsible, professional,
experienced developer with a reputation to protect and a history of
making positive contributions to the community. The project requires
a certain density to be successful financially. Requested approval of
the project as submitted.
Jack R. Booker, 11785 Mt. Vernon, advised he was speaking in behalf of
a citizen's committee to express their views on density in general for
Areas 10, 11 and 12; felt their views have been ignored by developers,
some Councilmembers, and some Planning Commissioners. felt the
density will relate in proportion to impaction on traffic, school,
crime, and other social problems. The Committee is prepared, if
necessary, to use the ballot initiative process to amend the General
Plan; requested deferring any action that would permit developers to
build in excess of 12.5 units per acre in Areas 10, 11 and 12 until
the citizens of Grand Terrace can properly and adequately make their
views better known to all concerned.
Homer H. Howell, 11821 Mt. Vernon, opposed high density in Areas 10,
11 and 12, feeling the entire community would be impacted by increased
traffic and taxes; noted approximately 70 residents have spoken in
opposition to the proposed density; commended McMillin Development and
recommended they plan the entire area keeping 12 units per acre in
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mind; requested not supporting the appeal and resolvement of problems
for the entire area.
Ernest Alexander, 11712 Mt. Vernon, supported the project; felt
traffic problems, which already exist, could be reduced by slowing the
traffic with signals.
Verda Hixson, 555 Country Club Road, San Bernardino, supported the
development; felt there has been sufficient time to resolve problems;
felt the project should not be denied since Mr. Trevino has spent an
entire year trying to please the community.
Barney Karger, 11668 Bernardo Way, speaking in support, noted the City
is pursuing commercial development, but the present population cannot
support existing businesses. Questioned why the citizens did not
oppose high density of other developments or appear at recent General
Plan Update hearings opposing R-3 zoning. Felt this will be a
high -quality development, based on the developer's reputation;
concerned that inferior development could result with another
developer if this project is denied.
Al Trevino opposed delaying the project for further comprehensive
planning; felt it important to arrive at a decision.
Mayor Grant closed Public Hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Matteson questioned the enforcability of maintaining
designated senior citizen units strictly for senior citizens. City
Attorney Hopkins advised it would be difficult, but the City could
legally enforce and would have to monitor such a provision. Mr.
Trevino advised the developer would be required to report the number
of senior citizens to the City every six months, which is required for
developments requiring 20% low to moderate income housing.
Mayor Grant questioned if the Planning Commission and/or Council can
determine what is best for the community and whether aesthetics can be
interpreted as relating to the welfare of the community. City
Attorney Hopkins stated the Legislature has granted that authority;
Council cannot arbitrarily find circumstances to defeat a project, but
can disapprove a project based on substantial evidence that certain
conditions exist which could be detrimental to the health, safety and
welfare of the community, even though the project conforms to the
zoning and General Plan. Read the Specific Plan requirements,
pursuant to Section 65451 of the Government Code, and the provisions
for the CUP and appeal process, pursuant to Sections 18.66.040 and
18.66.050 of the Municipal Code.
Councilman Petta noted residents were advised their concerns for how
density would impact traffic would be addressed during the Specific
Plan process; Staff has identified traffic problems that could result
from another project; the hill north of Grand Terrace Road on Mt.
Vernon will always be a problem; voiced concern for traffic impaction
as a result of not just one project, but for 55 acres of apartments
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concentrated in one block in the middle of downtown, plus traffic
generated from the commercial center.
Mr. Trevino stated the traffic issue has been addressed; his traffic
engineers concurred with the City's Traffic Element which suggests
that the roads, when fully improved, will have the capacity to handle
full buildout of the City. Noted the traffic studies were based on
fully developing the 55 acres at a density of 25 units per acre. Felt
the question is the design of the road relative to whether a
high-speed, four -lane road is desired versus a two-lane divided road.
Recommended a divided road for aesthetics; both have the capacity to
handle the traffic.
Councilman Evans questioned and Mr. Kicak advised the Specific Plan
generally meets all requirements of the General Plan. City Attorney
Hopkins confirmed density cannot be a primary issue for rejecting the
project. Responding to Councilman Evans as to documentation that
could be used to reject the plan, Mr. Kicak advised he could not say
whether it should or should not be rejected. Traffic was one of the
major issues; in meetings with the developer, requested that they
investigate the area of Mt. Vernon below Grand Terrace Road, but it
was never addressed. Noted that issue was pointed out in his traffic
report relative to the extension of Brentwood. If the City is willing
to live with the level of service that will result from not only this,
but all of the development, there is no reason to deny any single
project.
Councilwoman Pfennighausen questioned and City Attorney Hopkins and
Planning Director Kicak confirmed they reviewed the Specific Plan and
found no areas of non-compliance with the provisions set forth for
specific plans. Responding to Councilwoman Pfennighausen relative to
the Planning Commission complying with the requirement that negative
findings be definitive, specific and in writing, City Attorney Hopkins
advised the Planning Commission made negative findings which were
reflected in the minutes; could possibly have been more definitive.
Mr. Kicak stated the minutes reflect the specificities of the
findings.
Councilwoman Pfennighausen stated she found the Planning Commission
findings neither specific nor definitive and difficult for Council to
support. Felt medium density housing within walking distance to a
shopping area would add the necessary population base to support
commercial enterprise and increase sales tax revenue with minimum
traffic impaction. Felt the Mt. Vernon hill north from Grand Terrace
road to Washington will always remain as it is; felt the real problem
is at the base of the hill, which will be resolved by Colton and
Caltrans with a traffic signal.
Councilman Petta stated he
can only view
that hill as an unbearable
problem if the entire area
is developed
as proposed. Density creates
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traffic; consideration must
of apartments concentrated
be given to
in one block
the impact caused by 55 acres
in the middle of downtown.
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Councilman Evans noted the Planning Commission denied the project due
to inconsistencies with the Specific Plan and questioned what they
were. Mr. Kicak stated he could not relate the inconsistencies
without reviewing the minutes; the number of units vs. the school
generation factor was one of several items.
Councilman Evans, noting that all potential developers of Areas 10, 11
and 12 are present, questioned if Mr. Howell would be adverse to
McMillin Development developing all of those areas. Mr Howell felt it
is a reputable firm, does a nice job, and should consider the entire
area at one time, with density at approximately 12 units per acre and
30% of the area developed into parks, bicycle paths, walkways, etc.
Councilman Evans questioned whether the other developers would agree
to work with McMillin Development to put together a comprehensive and
complete package for the entire area.
Barney Karger concurred with working with Mr. Trevino and USA
Properties to develop the area; would appreciate Mr. Trevino's
expertise in designing his 10 acres adjacent to this project; felt
less than 17 units per acre would result in a more cheaply built
development with less landscaping. Recommended five or less members
on a Planning Commission; felt the present Commission is not planning
in advance for the City; felt they should have considered posing a
$50.00 per unit contribution from the developers to help fund a
traffic signal at the intersection of Barton Road/Canal Street.
Mr. Khalon, USA Properties, advised they initially approached Council
with a master plan proposing 20 units per acre on 40 acres. Master
planning is needed for the City. Concerned that starting a master plan
at this time will delay the projects three months; would be easier if
only one property owner. Felt the proposal to establish senior
citizen density in one project is not workable. When he submits his
plan, intends to show that traffic is no concern and that there are
tools to substantially mitigate the traffic problems.
Bob Keeney, 12139 Mt. Vernon, was not opposed to a master plan for the
area; however, his property is not contiguous with the others. His
problem is the time taken to get a project processed which costs
money.
Al Trevino felt overall planning is good; their original attempt was
only to solve the Gage Canal access problem. Noted that development
in the surrounding cities is taking the market; commercial development
is preempting any development within Grand Terrace. Voiced concern
for the time being taken, the market being eroded, and the uncertainty
of the economy for the next 6 months which indicates it will be very
flat and financing may not be available. Timing is of major
importance in real estate.
In response to Councilman Evans, Mr. Trevino confirmed he would not be
adverse to becoming the master planner for that entire area if
agreeable to other individuals. Felt his original concepts to develop
a tennis/swim club and internal park area which would be available to
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outside citizens would be extremely beneficial to the City, but the
community has not been receptive. Proposed bike trails and windbreaks
to decrease noise from the freeway with his firm planting the trees,
but individual citizens stated they weren't needed or wanted. Stated
everything his firm has submitted meets the conditions of the Specific
Plan; tried to be creative. Felt it would be difficult to start over
unless there is a firm commitment from Council to allow certain
latitudes and flexibility; can't live with 12-14 units per acre. From
the economy standpoint, market position would be lost, and there are
many unknowns such as the bond market, interest rates, financing and
proposed tax laws.
Councilman Evans questioned the time element to develop a master plan
and how internal circulation would be incorporated. Mr. Trevino
stated 2-3 exciting schematic concepts could be developed in 2-3
weeks. Would incorporate internal green belts, not necessarily roads;
would want security, privacy and lockable gates.
Mr. Khalon concurred with master planning. Agreed to participate only
if clear direction is provided on density at a level the developers
can live with. The developers can then dedicate land for common
parks, swimming pools, etc., and the circulation element would be
changed.
City Attorney Hopkins read Section 65589.5 of the Government Code
relating to procedures required upon approving or disapproving
projects.
Mayor Grant questioned and City Attorney Hopkins advised requiring
condominiums could be considered capricious and arbitrary unless
substantial evidence determined an adverse impact that could be
mitigated by condominiums; reduced density cannot be required if there
is no evidence of adverse impact and the project complies in all
respects with the General Plan, local zoning, and all development
policies; popularity is not a basis to approve or disapprove a
project. Noted if Council adopts the Specific Plan, the people can
set aside that decision through the referendum process, and can change
the General Plan through the initiative process.
CC-85-198 Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Matteson, Second by Councilman Petta, to
modify and approve the CUP/Specific Plan 85-8, Mt. Vernon Villas, for
12.75 units per acre plus a bonus density of three units per acre for
senior citizens to include the findings and conditions as read by the
City Attorney and outlined in Section 18.66.040 of the Municipal Code.
Mayor Pro Tem Matteson, with Councilman Petta concurring, stated he
based his Motion on the consensus that 12-13 units per acre was
acceptable to the community; felt the additional senior citizen units
would not impact traffic, schools, or the crime rate; felt the
compromise would benefit the developer and the senior citizens.
Mayor Grant opened the meeting for public testimony.
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Al Trevino stated the proposed action was generally acceptable.
Requested specific reasons for reducing the density from 17.1 units
per acre and recommended considering more than 3 units for senior
citizens.
Bob Keeney advised the Church has expressed willingness to release its
5-1/2 to 6 acre parcel for a senior citizen development; suggested the
developers pool funding to develop that parcel for senior citizens to
provide them a separate complex adjacent to the convalescent hospital,
and allowing the developers' requested density for the other projects.
Motion by Councilman Evans, Second by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, to
amend Motion No. CC-85-198 to approve the CUP/Specific Plan 85-8 as
presented, failed 2-3, with Councilman Evans and Councilwoman
Pfennighausen voting AYE.
Motion No. CC-85-198 carried 3-2, with Councilman Evans and
Councilwoman Pfennighausen voting NOE.
City Attorney Hopkins advised that one of the findings for reducing
the density of the project is the fact that reduced traffic will
mitigate the adverse impact on traffic and circulation within the
City; allowing a bonus of three units per acre for senior citizens
will mean fewer automobiles and trips within that portion of the
project, which will also reduce traffic and mitigate the adverse
impact on traffic and circulation within the community.
CC-85-199 Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Matteson, Second by Councilman Petta, ALL AYES
to approve the Negative Declaration and direct the City Clerk to file
a Notice of Determination with the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors.
Recessed at 10:04 p.m. and reconvened at 10:25 p.m., with all present.
REVENUE SHARING PROPOSED USE - FY 1985-86
Finance Director Schwab advised $13,251 has been budgeted for Revenue
Sharing Funds, due to the possibility the City may only receive a
portion of the normal allocation. The Public Hearing Notice
advertised $50,000 to ensure legal compliance in the event the City
receives the full allocation this year. Recommended using the funding
for law enforcement.
Mayor Grant, upon advising that the Revenue Sharing Funds for FY
1985-86 have been proposed for law enforcement, opened Public Hearing
and closed Public Hearing, with no testimony received.
CC-85-200 Motion by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Second by Mayor Pro Tem
Matteson, ALL AYES, to approve the use of the Revenue Sharing Funds
for FY 1985-86 for Law Enforcement.
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RESOLUTION NO. 85-09 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAND TERRACE, CAL RNIA, ADOPTING A BUDGET OF ESTIMATED REVENUES AND
EXPENDITURES FOR FISCAL YEAR 1985-86. 0
Finance Director Schwab advised that Council, during the Budget
Sessions, approved total projected revenues in the amount of
$2,944,745 and total expenditures in the amount of $3,066,981.
Recommended conducting a Public Hearing and adopting the Resolution.
Mayor Grant opened Public Hearing.
John Mathews, 11733 Eton Drive, questioned how the Chamber plans to
utilize the $30,000 granted by the City; supported the Newsletter as
an informational vehicle but opposed the proposed cost to the City;
felt any organization requesting public funds should be held
accountable for the proposed use of that funding.
Mayor Grant closed Public Hearing, there being no further testimony.
In discussion, it was clarified the $30,000 was granted for
utilization at the Chamber's discretion with the condition a quarterly
financial report is to be provided Council showing how the funds are
being expended. Line Item 221 on Page 5 of the Budget is to be
amended to reflect the Chamber Grant.
Councilwoman Pfennighausen stated she understands the Chamber is
considering potential changes in the handling of the newsletter,
staffing the Chamber office on a part-time basis and preparing
promotional material to market the City as a commercial entity.
Councilman Petta stated Council initially agreed to pay the cost of
printing the newsletter; this year the Chamber requested $30,000 to
include all costs associated with the newsletter; felt Council should
consider stipulating conditions in the event the newsletter could be
discontinued.
Mayor Pro Tem Matteson stated he fully supports the Chamber but voted
against the grant; felt the Chamber should display fiscal
responsibility and submit estimates of costs for projects that require
City funding; recommended reducing the grant to $20,000, with the
Chamber to continue fund-raising activities. Mayor Grant advised his
position on the grant has not changed, but due to the input received
at this time, feels additional information should be provided by the
Chamber prior to final approval of this item.
Motion by Councilman Petta that the City pay for printing of the
newsletter on the basis of a bid mutually acceptable to the City and
the Chamber, to ensure having a newsletter with adequate City
coverage, died for lack of a second.
Councilwoman Pfennighausen stated the Chamber is not considering
eliminating the newsletter, but is investigating reducing the cost in
order to accomplish other things; felt the Chamber is comprised of
intelligent business individuals and that the City should not attempt
control by requiring them to request funding for each individual
project. Councilman Evans recommended eliminating reference to the
newsletter, approving the grant and allowing the Chamber to promote
the community in the manner it feels is most productive.
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CC-85-201 Motion by Mayor Grant, Second by Mayor Pro Tem Matteson, that previous
Council action approving Line Item No. 221 of Account No. 190, Non
Departmental, be modified to the extent of withholding expenditure of
the budgeted funds until such time as the Chamber comes before the
City Council and provides input relative to their plan of expenditures
for the funds budgeted, carried 3-2, with Councilman Evans and
Councilwoman Pfennighausen voting NOE.
Mayor Grant closed Public Hearing.
CC-85-202 Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Matteson, Second by Councilwoman
Pfennighausen, ALL AYES, to adopt Resolution No. 85-09 with the
stipulated modification outlined in Motion No. CC-85-201.
PLANNING DIRECTOR REPORT
Planning Director Kicak stated he has returned all calls to Mr.
Wagner, but Mr. Wagner has not been available, even when the calls
were returned in five minutes, and Mr. Wagener has never returned the
calls, even though a message was left to do so. Has Requested Wilden
Pump to proceed with the screening and will again request this to be
done as soon as possible.
Mr. Kicak advised that, as outlined in his letter to the City Manager,
he will remain as the Planning Director and provide planning services
until such time as a suitable replacement is found. Responding to
Council questions, City Manager Armstead clarified the RFP's for
Planning Services are being prepared and do not imply a decision has
been made relative to contracted or in-house services. 0
CC-85-203 ADJOURN - Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Matteson, Second by Councilwoman
e�ghausen, ALL AYES, to adjourn the meeting at 11:07 p.m. The
next regular meeting will be held June 27, 1985 at 5:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
APPROVED:
Mayor
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