04/12/1984CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - APRIL 12, 1984
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace was called to
order at the Terrace View Elementary School, 22731 Grand Terrace Road, Grand
Terrace, California, on April 12, 1984, at 5:48 p.m.
PRESENT: Hugh J. Grant, Mayor
Jim Rigley, Mayor Pro Tempore
Tony Petta, Councilman
Roy W. Nix, Councilman
Barbara Pfennighausen, Councilwoman
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 Pastor Jerry Folsom, First Baptist
Church of Grand Terrace, followed by the Presentation of Colors and Pledge of
Allegiance by Girl Scout Junior Troop No. 263.
PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES OF MERIT
Mayor Grant and Sheriff Tidwell presented Certificates of Merit to the
following citizens for assisting in the identification of individuals
involved in crimes within the City: Kevin 011erton; Emily Medina;
Pauline Dominguez; Jill McMeans; Eric Walker; Bobbie Walker; and
Michael Cardoza.
Recess was called at 6:05 p.m. and reconvened at 7:43 p.m. with all
me— mm ers present.
CRIME PREVENTION COMMITTEE
Chairperson Susan Crawford reported the following: (1) Work is
continuing on the Neighborhood Watch Program; and (2) the Committee is
developing a tracking system of dates and times of daytime burglaries.
PROCLAMATIONS
Mayor Grant read and presented proclamations designating April as
"Child Abuse Awareness" Month, and April 17-23 as "Victims Rights
Week" to Susan Crawford, Crime Prevention Committee Chairperson.
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HISTORICAL & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
Chairperson Barbara Mathews reported the following: (1) the Country
Fair will be held November 3; would appreciate assistance and
involvement of all City committees; (2) approximately 150 responses
have been received to the Cultural Survey, which will provide valid
information to the Parks & Recreation Committee; (3) received a
newspaper article concerning the City dated February 17, 1918; and (4)
requested approval to purchase a two -drawer filing cabinet to be kept
at her home in order to maintain files for the Committee.
CC-84-61 Motion by Mayor Grant, Second by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, ALL AYES
to approve the purchase of a two -drawer filing cabinet for the
Historical & Cultural Activities Committee from that Committee's
budgeted funds to be retained at Chairperson Mathew's home.
PARKS & RECREATION COMMITTEE
Chairman Dick Rollins reported the following: (1) two sets of minutes
have been prepared; (2) the Committee and the Chamber of Commerce are
planning a golf tournament as a fundraiser for the Chamber and a
"Train Don't Strain" Run.
CC-84-62 Motion by Councilman Nix, Second by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, All
AYES to approve a one-third lighting subsidy not to exceed $500 for
the Colton -Terrace Little League Senior Division for the 1984 season.
Professional firm for parksite acquisition - The Parks & Recreation
Committee---sul—mil-t—ted a request to consider hiring a professional firm
to represent the City in acquiring property for future parksite
development; The Community Services Director concurred, indicating an
acquisition agent could be helpful if the City wished to acquire
property currently owned by So. California Edison, and recommended
budgeting $8,000 for this purpose.
Mayor Grant, Councilman Rigley, Councilman Petta and Councilman Nix
questioned the need for a professional firm, feeling Staff could
perform this function, and indicating funds will not be available for
several years to pursue this project; Councilwoman Pfennighausen
supported the request, feeling previous Staff negotiations with Edison
had been unsuccessful, and that it could be possible to acquire the
property at very little cost, with proper negotiations.
CC-84-63 Motion by Councilman Rigley, Second by Councilman Nix, ALL AYES to
request Staff to investigate alternatives to acquire park property.
Mr. William Garton, Colton -Terrace Senior League Vice -President,
thanked Council for the lighting subsidy; extended an invitation to
attend opening ceremonies on April 14; supported acquisition of park
property and offered to assist in raising funds for purchase;
requested and received Council support of request to Terrace Hills
Junior High to install fencing around the ball diamond which includes
temporary openings to prevent interference with the running track.
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Recess was called at 8:22 p.m. and reconvened at 8:24 p.m. with all
memFers present.
CIVIC CENTER CONSTRUCTION
City Manager Armstead advised Architect's Field Report No. 12 was
provided for information; the columns have been poured; the
arbitration hearing has been scheduled for June 11-12, and has been
requested to be held in San Bernardino.
MINUTES - (3-8-84) (3-22-84)
CC-84-64 Motion by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Second by Councilman Nix, ALL
AYES to approve the Minutes of March 8, 1984 as amended to reflect
that Sanford Collins was nominated as a member of the Board of
Directors on Page 5.
CC-84-65 Motion by Mayor Grant, Second by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, to
approve the Minutes of March 22, 1984 as presented carried 4-0, with
Councilman Rigley abstaining.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items 4A, 4F, 4G, 4L, 4M, 4P and 4Q were removed for discussion.
CC-84-66 Motion by Councilman Petta, Second by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, ALL
AYES to approve the following Consent Calendar Items:
B - RESOLUTION NO. 84-07 - RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 83-25 AND
AMENDING EPRESENTATIVES TO ACQUIRE FEDERAL SURPLUS
PROPERTY FROM THE CALIFORNIA STATE AGENCY FOR SURPLUS PROPERTY;
C - RESOLUTION NO. 84-08 - URGING LEGISLATORS OF THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO SUPPORT SB 575 (FORAN) ESTABLISHING A LIMIT ON THE LEGAL
DOCTRINE KNOWN AS THE "DEEP POCKET" RULE;
D - Ratify Negative Declaration & direct City Clerk to file Notice of
Determination for SA 83-7 (Wilden Pump & Engineerig Company);
E - Ratify Negative Declaration & direct City Clerk to file Notice of
Determination for CUP 84-1 (Auto Body, Paint & Repair Shop);
H - RESOLUTION NO. 84-09 - PROVIDING FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF COST
RESULTING FROM THE A A EMENT OF A HAZARDOUS CONDITION BY THE PUBLIC
WORKS DEPARTMENT (11958 Canal);
I - RESOLUTION NO. 84-10 - PROVIDING FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF COST
RESULTING FROM THE ABATEMENT OF A HAZARDOUS CONDITION BY THE PUBLIC
WORKS DEPARTMENT (12610 Michigan);
J - Authorize Finance Department to release $500 deposit to Joan
Trammell, 22119 DeBerry;
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K - Approve a 3-year extension for Tentative Tract 9773;
N - Authorize City Clerk to record Notice of Completion for
construction of Group W Cable TV Distribution System (Ord. No. 59);
0 - Authorize Mayor, as the City's representative on the City
Selection Committee, to vote for Councilman William Kragness, Fontana,
to serve on the LAFC.
CHECK REGISTER NO. 041284
Councilwoman Pfennighausen referenced Warrant No. 12060, $1,072,30, to
repair sinks and questioned if the costs could be recovered. In
discussion it was noted that the utility companies, including
Riverside Highland Water Company, were excluded from the deposit
requirement for street cuts; Council indicated if problems continue,
the policy will be amended to reflect that deposits will be required
by the offending utility companies.
CC-84-67 Motion by Mayor Grant, Second by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, ALL AYES
to approve Check Register No. 041284. The City Attorney was directed
to take action to recover the costs incurred to repair the street
cuts.
RIVERSIDE HIGHLAND WATER COMPANY
Mayor Grant stated correspondence was received from Mrs. Khacherian
and Ed O'Neal voicing concern for the company's policy on terminating
service. City Engineer Kicak noted correspondence should be directed
to the State Health Department.
Barney Karger, 11668 Bernardo Way, stated the City has the lowest
water rates in Southern California; recommended electing an individual
to represent the City on the Board of Directors rather than involving
the State Health Department.
Ed O'Neal, 22608 Minona, voiced objection to the charges for resuming
service and the policy for terminating service; noted his letter to
Council regarding this matter included a request that the City
consider purchasing the water company; noted he would donate his
share; indicated as Chairman of the Concerned Citizens of Grand
Terrace, will be calling a meeting regarding this matter.
City Manager Armstead stated a meeting has been scheduled with
the water company on April 17 to discuss various issues.
CUP 84-3 (MINI -WAREHOUSES
CC-84-68 Following clarification of the project, Motion by Mayor Grant, Second
by Councilman Nix, ALL AYES to approve ratification of the Negative
Declaration and to direct the City Clerk to file a Notice of
Determination for CUP 84-3 (Mini -Warehouses). 0
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BINGO LICENSE RENEWAL
CC-84-69 Following clarification, Motion by Mayor Grant, Second by Councilwoman
Pfennighausen, ALL AYES to approve a one-year Bingo License renewal
for the Grand Terrace Lions Club.
BID REQUEST - ARCHITECTURAL BARRIER REMOVAL PROJECT
CC-84-70 Following clarification, Motion by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Second
by Councilman Rigley, ALL AYES to authorize the bid request for the
Architectural Barrier Removal Project.(GTB 84-09)
NOTICE OF COMPLETION - GTC 83-37
Approval of this project was deferred until painting of the Community
Center Restrooms has been completed satisfactorily.
RESOLUTION - 1984 SERIES A BOND ISSUE
This item was deferred to the meeting of April 18.
BUSINESS LICENSE FEE WAIVER
CC-84-71 Motion by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Second by Councilman Nix, ALL
AYES to approve a business license fee waiver to conduct a "Spring
Fling" fundraiser for Senior Citizens by Christ the Redeemer Church
subject to verification that the location meets Health Department
requirements for child care, and that Mrs. Broussard has a current,
valid child care license.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Dick Rollins, 22700 DeBerry, advised sufficient funds were received to
purchase several trees to be placed at Terrace Hills Community Park in
memory of Beth Rollins.
Barney Karger, 11668 Bernardo Way, stated the Planning Commission did
not review the entire General Plan Update; objected to the present
Circulation Element; recommended widening the east side of Canal
Street between Carhart and Newport, since the west side is improved.
Danny Schwier, 22843 De Soto, felt certain matters on the Council
Agenda are unnecessary; objected to the request to sign a lien against
his Canal Street property for future development improvements without
designating the amount and when the improvements will be done;
indicated such action will make it difficult to market the property.
Councilman Rigley recommended alternatives. City Engineer Kicak
stated the request was pursuant to Council policy established in 1980
to accept dedication and require the property owner to sign an
agreement with the City that would be a covenant with the land for a
five-year period during which the property owner would be responsible
for the cost of the improvements. City Attorney Hopkins stated
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enforcement methods are limited; felt this is the best method; the
alternative would require bonding, which is expensive to the property
owner.
PLANNING COMMISSION
CC-84-72 Motion by Councilman Nix, Second by Councilman Petta, ALL AYES to
direct Staff to set a Special Meeting of the Planning Commission in a
joint session with the City Council on April 26, 1984 at 7:00 p.m. to
conduct a public hearing on the General Plan and to consider approval
of the Specific Plan, the tentative tract map and the site and
architectural review for Tract 12553.
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CC-84-74
CRIME PREVENTION COMMITTEE
Motion by Councilman Nix, Second by Councilman Petta, ALL AYES to
accept the resignations of Linda Bianchi and Edward Kelly, an
alternate, from the Committee.
Recess was called at 9:30 p.m. and reconvened at 9:45 p.m. with all
members present.
ORDINANCE NO. 78 - AN URGENCY ORDINANCE ADOPTING SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
16 BY REFERENCE, INCLUDING ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO,
PERTAINING TO THE ADOPTION AND AMENDMENT OF THE 1982 EDITION OF THE
UNIFORM FIRE CODE AND UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARDS.
City Attorney Hopkins read the title of the Ordinance. City Engineer
Kicak advised a new set of fire codes is published every three years;
San Bernardino County has adopted those codes, by reference, with
certain amendments; recommended adopting the County's ordinance to
ensure uniform enforcement.
Motion by Councilman Rigley, Second by Councilman Petta, ALL AYES to
adopt Ordinance No. 78 by title only.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Armstead advised a St. Jude Children's Hospital
Bike-A-Thon will be held in the City May 5.
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
Minutes of January 19, 1984 and February 16, 1984 were distributed.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilman Nix recommended a closer scrutiny of agendas to ensure only
necessary matters are presented to Council.
Councilman Petta stated Mr. Arkebaur has voiced concern about
excessive speeding on Arliss Drive and requested a speed limit sign
and speed enforcement. Mayor Grant requested speed enforcement of
that area.
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Councilwoman Pfennighausen advised she met with Supervisor Barbara
Riordan and provided her information on previous negotiations relative
to the proposed library in the Civic Center; was advised information
will be forthcoming in two weeks relative to funding and managing of
the library. Read a letter from Gladys Bader relative to service
problems with Riverside Highland Water Company.
Ma or Grant reported the following: (1) represented the cities at the
LAK Meeting and spoke in behalf of the Highland citizens; the LAFC
voted to approve the sphere of influence for the City of San
Bernardino; and (2) feels that, based upon correspondence previously
received from former Supervisor David McKenna, the County has
obligated itself to provide a branch library.
PRIVATE ROADWAY ON VICTORIA STREET
City Engineer Kicak stated Council was provided with a letter from
David Cooley requesting permission to construct a private driveway in
the public right-of-way to provide access to three parcels; felt
no benefit would be derived from requiring dedication; recommended
approval for safety purposes.
CC-84-75 Motion by Councilman Rigley, Second by Councilman Nix, ALL AYES to:
(1) Approve the request by David Cooley to construct a 20-foot wide
roadway in Victoria Street to provide access to parcels 2 and 3 of PM
483 and to the parcel located on the southeasterly corner of Victoria
& Barton Road owned by Mr. Beckwith, as outlined in the Staff Report
and attached map; and (2) the City will not accept the maintenance
responsibility for any improvements installed.
TIME EXTENSION - SA 82-6
Planning Director Kicak stated a request was received on February 14,
1984 from Barney Karger for retroactive approval of Site Plan 82-6 on
Tentative Tract 12218; the City's ordinance provides for extension of
time of site approval provided the request is made prior to the
expiration of approval, which is one year; there are no provisions in
the ordinance to allow, deny, or extend the time period retroactively;
in this case, the time expired on June 24, 1983, and no extension
request was received; Mr. Karger requested the matter be presented to
Council; recommended taking no action on this matter.
Applicant Barney Karger advised he forgot the site approval was for
one year and presumed it would expire at the same time as the
Tentative Tract, June 9, 1984; has been advised retroactive approval
is a common practice; stated the City Attorney has indicated no
objection and implied Council can take action; stated if approval is
not granted, much work will be required and an extensive delay; the
subject parcel, on Mt. Vernon and DeBerry, has streets, curbs and
gutters installed; the water lines are across the street and the sewer
has been run out to that property and the water line.
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Councilman Nix questioned if any benefit would be derived or if there
would be any risk involved if the extension is not approved, other
than non-compliance with the ordinance.
CC-84-76 Motion by Councilman Nix, Second by Councilman Rigley, to approve a
retroactive time extension, as requested by Mr. Karger, for SA 82-6.
Following clarification by City Attorney Hopkins that pursuant to the
ordinance, the time can only be extended once for a one-year period,
with the Site Plan to now expire June 24, 1984, Motion No. CC-84-76
carried, ALL AYES.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FEES
City Engineer Kicak stated Wilden Pump & Engineering Company has
requested a partial refund of the fees which the firm paid prior to
the issuance of building permits, pursuant to Ordinance No. 44 which
provides for such a request and Council action. The fees for the
portion presently being developed are $1,970; the fees paid were
$6,530.40; recommended refunding $4,613.40.
CC-84-77 Motion by Councilwoman Pfennighausen, Second by Councilman Rigley, ALL
AYES to authorize the refund of $4,613.40 to Wilden Pump & Engineering
Company for capital improvement fund fees.
ORDINANCE NO. 57/1979 UBC ENFORCEMENT - 22558 CARDINAL
City Engineer Kicak advised additional structures on this property
have been constructed over a period of time without building permits;
the owner has been notified several times, with no response other than
acknowledgment of a certified letter; recommended action to bring the
property into conformance.
Councilwoman Pfennighausen objected to the Staff recommendation;
questioned if complaints had been received and if the owner would be
required to tear down the illegal structures. City Engineer Kicak
stated he felt the recommendation is consistent; stated a neighbor
started adding onto his garage since the property at 22558 Cardinal
was built out to the sidewalk; when the neighbor was advised it was
illegal, he tore it down. Councilman Rigley felt the property owner
is in flagrant violation and that Council has a responsibility to
enforce the ordinances.
CC-84-78 Motion by Councilman Rigley, Second by Councilman Petta to instruct
the City Attorney to commence action to bring 22558 Cardinal Street
into conformance with Ordinance No. 57 and the 1979 Uniform Building
Code carried 4-1, with Councilwoman Pfennighausen voting NOE.
AN ORDINANCE RESCINDING ORDINANCE NO. 74 & ADOPTING DIVISION 8 OF
TITLE 3 OF THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY CODE BY REFERENCE, INCLUDING
AMENDMENTS THERETO, WHICH ADDS PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO UNDERGROUND
STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES. (First Reading)
City Attorney Hopkins read the title of the Ordinance. City Manager
Armstead recommended rescinding Ordinance No. 74 providing for City
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enforcement, since the Fire Department personnel are not trained to
handle this function, and adopting the County Code pertaining to this
matter to allow the San Bernardino County Department of Environmental
Health Services, Hazardous Waste & Toxic Control Section, to handle
the program on a fee -for services basis, with fees ranging from $81 to
$300 per year.
CC-84-79 Motion by Councilman Nix, Second by Councilman Petta, to approve the
first reading of the ordinance pertaining to underground storage of
hazardous substances by title only and to set second reading and
public hearing for April 26, 1984.
Councilwoman Pfennighausen stated the ordinance should include the
right of the public to know how, where and what hazardous materials
are stored within the community. Motion No. CC-84-79 carried, ALL
AYES.
BUDGET APPROPRIATION - ENGINEERING/BUILDING & SAFETY/ PLANNING
City Manager Armstead recommended a $15,861 budget appropriation for
the subject areas for the remainder of the fiscal year; advised these
department budgets were reduced during the budget process, while the
demand for services has increased; certain projects have been
requested requiring engineering services for which no line items were
established; funding for those services was acquired from the City
Manager and City Engineer line items; noted Council was provided a
summary of accounts, budget comparison, projected revenues and
expenditures which was outlined in a memorandum from the City
Engineer.
Councilman Nix stated at the time the budgets were reduced, Council
was advised there could be certain areas of increased activity which
would also increase the revenues; the information provided reflects
this has occurred.
CC-84-80 Motion by Councilman Nix, Second by Councilman Petta, ALL AYES, to:
(1) Authorize the transfer of $8,000 from Public Works, Contractual
Services, Line Item No. 10-4610-255 to City Engineer, Professional &
Special Services, Line Item No. 10-4170-250; and
(2) Appropriate $15,861 from the General Fund Balance to cover the
appropriations as listed in the Memorandum from the City Engineer to
the City Manager dated March 30, 1984.
ADJOURN - The regular meeting adjourned at 10:36 p.m. to a joint
a—Tc`ourned regular meeting with the CRA to be held April 18, 1984 at
5:30 p.m. at the Terrace View Elementary School.
APPROVED:
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Respectfully submitted
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