12/20/1979CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 20, 1979
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace was called to
order at 12354 Mt. Vernon, First Baptist Church of Grand Terrace, Grand Terrace,
California, at 6:14 p.m. on December 20, 1979.
PRESENT: Tony Petta, Mayor
Thomas A. Tillinghast, Mayor Pro Tempore
Doug Erway, Councilman
Jack Allen, Councilman
Hugh J. Grant, Councilman
Seth Armstead, City Manager
Joe Kicak, City Engineer
Gene Nazarek (representing Clayson, Rothrock & Hann
Myrna Lindahl, Executive Secretary/Deputy City Clerk
ABSENT: None
The meeting was opened with invocation by David Burckhardt, First Baptist Church of
Grand Terrace, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, led by John Lotspeich.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - December 6, 1979
CC-79-376 Motion was made by Councilman Erway, seconded by Councilman Grant
to approve the Minutes of December 6, 1979.
CC-79-377 Following corrections, Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast
to amend Councilman Erway's Motion to include corrections,
seconded by Councilman Grant. The Motion to amend carried
unanimously, and the Amended Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar:
A. Approval of Check Register No. 122079.
B. Approval to join California Contract Cities Association -
Cost $100.00.
CC-79-378 Motion was made by Councilman Allen, seconded by Councilman
Erway and carried unanimously to approve the following item on
the Consent Calendar:
C. Approve Traffic Engineering Services Agreement & authorize
Mayor to execute.
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CC-79-379 Following clarification and discussion, Motion was made by
Councilman Tillinghast, seconded by Councilman Allen and
carried unanimously to approve Item 3A. on the Consent
Calendar:
Approval of Check Register No. 122079.
CC-79-380 Following discussion, Motion was made by Councilman Grant,
seconded by Councilman Allen and carried unanimously to
approve Item B. on the Consent Calendar; authorized the
City Manager to join the California Contract Cities Association,
and authorized the expenditure of $100.00 for the membership
for a period of one year.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PARKS & RECREATION COMMITTEE
CC-79-381 Following recommendation of Chairman Geoff Dooley, Motion was
made by Councilman Erway, seconded by Councilman Tillinghast
and carried unanimously to appoint Sandy Kronmiller as Alternate
to the Parks & Recreation Committee.
Chairman Geoff Dooley reported the following:
(1) A five week self-defense class for women will begin in
February. This is in conjunction with the Lady Beware Program.
(2) A Grand Terrace "Fun Run" is scheduled for March 30, 1980
(3) A second square dance class will begin January 7, 1980 at
Terrace Hills Junior High School.
PLANNING COMMITTEE
Mr. John McDowell reported the following items:
(1) Read the minutes of Planning Committee Meetings of December
10, 1979 and December 17, 1979.
(2) Presented a bill in the amount of $5.75 for duplicating,
and requested a fund be established for the Planning Commission.
CC-79-382 Motion was made by Councilman Erway, seconded by Councilman Allen
and carried unanimously to approve a fund of $500.00 for the
Planning Commission to draw against.
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ENERGY COMMITTEE
Leader Doug Erway reported the following:
(1) Volunteered to represent the City on the SCAG Energy
Environment Committee, with approval of Council.
Council concurred.
(2) Discussed ride sharing programs, and announced citizens
interested in information regarding ride sharing should
call City Hall at 824-7614 and give their name, telephone
number, and the time and date they wish to be contacted.
A member of the Energy Committee will contact those
individuals.
VOLUNTEER SERVICES COMMITTEE
Chairman Bob Yeates reported the following:
(1) The cost of the City Christmas decorations was cut in half,
since the Committee installed the decorations themselves.
Expenditures of approximately $900.00 for the following
purposes: lease of decorations - $381.60; purchase of
225 feet of Christmas lights; candy for tree lighting
ceremony; and leasing a truck with a lift for installing
the decorations.
(2) Accent on Youth fund has $583.00, with donations still
being made. Possibilities for use of these funds are:
camping area for scouting programs on the 25 acre parcel
on Blue Mountain the City intends to purchase; and
lighting ball diamonds for Little League. Emphasis will
now be placed on the Accent on Youth Program, with all
donations going to that fund.
CRIME PREVENTION COMMITTEE
CC-79-383 Following recommendation of Chairman Tom Teorey, Motion was made
by Councilman Erway, seconded by Councilman Tillinghast and
carried unanimously to appoint Jerry Lockwood of 22697 B Palm
Avenue, to the Crime Prevention Committee.
John McDowell, 22690 Cardinal; Dolores Kossman, 22735 Desoto;
Ken Rinderhagen, 12738 Wilmac; and Bob Yeates, 12888 Fremontia,
addressed Council regarding law enforcement in the shopping
center.
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COUNCIL REPORTS
PLANNING COMMITTEE
CC-79-384 Following discussion, Motion was made by Councilman Erway,
seconded by Councilman Tillinghast to rescind former action
to have a separate Planning Committee, and in lieu of that,
to refer the subject to the Planning Commission of the
appointment of alternates to that Commission, and pass their
advise to Council at the next meeting. Motion carried on
AYE votes of Councilmen Tillinghast, Erway, Allen and Mayor
Petta, with Councilman Grant voting NOE.
Councilman Erway reported he will attend a SCAG Workshop of
the Human Services Committee in Long Beach January 9, 1980.
CC-79-385 Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast, seconded by Councilman
Grant and carried unanimously to direct Staff to prepare an
ordinance for consideration regarding defacement of property.
Councilman Grant attended an energy and conservation meeting,
and will have a report on this meeting at a later date.
TRAFFIC SIGN INSTALLATION
CC-79-386 Following a staff report by City Engineer Joe Kicak, and
discussion, Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast, seconded
by Councilman Allen to authorize and direct Staff to install a
"yield right-of-way" sign for northbound traffic on Holly Street
at Brentwood Street. Following discussion, the Motion carried
on AYE votes of Councilmen Tillinghast, Erway, Allen and Mayor
Petta, with Councilman Grant voting NOE.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Seth Armstead reported the following:
(1) Sewer connection fees of $22,800.00 were received from
the Terrace Mesa Garden Apartments.
CC-79-387 Following report stating that Grand Terrace was asked to chair
a committee to get legislation enacted establishing a tax base,
with a meeting being scheduled in Sacramento on January 8, 1980,
Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast, seconded by Councilman
Allen and carried unanimously to authorize the attendance of
the City Manager at necessary meetings in Sacramento as outlined
in his report.
(2) Cleaning of catch basins.
(3) Review of City Insurance Program.
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(4) Asked guidance regarding policy of issuing business license
permits for functions sponsored by City committees. Mayor
Petta requested this matter be staffed further.
RECESS
Mayor Petta called a Recess at 7:35 p.m. Council reconvened at
7:50 p.m., with all members present.
(5) Release of vendor checks prior to Council approval. Attorney
Gene Nazarek will prepare a resolution for Council consideration
covering authorization for payment of salaries and re-occuring
expenses, and procedures which will allow the City Manager to
make expenditures up to a maximum amount.
(6) Status of Farm Home Loan.
(7) Utility donation of $4.00 per hour to First Baptist Church of
Grand Terrace for City Council and Planning Commission Meetings.
POSTPONEMENT OF SERVICES OF KEYSER MARSTON ASSOCIATES
CC-79-388 Motion was made by Councilman Allen, seconded by Councilman
Tillinghast and carried unanimously to postpone the services of
Keyser Marston Associates until litigation against the Community
Redevelopment Agency has been dismissed by the County of San
Bernardino.
COMPUTER RECONCILIATION OF CITY BANK ACCOUNT
Motion was made by Councilman Allen to enter into a contract
with Security Pacific National Bank for computer reconciliation of
the City Bank Account for $43.00 per 100 checks. The Motion died
for lack of a second.
Following discussion, Mayor Petta opened Public Hearing, and the
following citizens addressed Council: Dolores Kossman, 22735 Desoto;
and Bob Yeates, 12888 Fremontia. Mayor Petta closed Public Hearing.
CC-79-389 Following further discussion, Motion was made by Councilman Allen,
seconded by Councilman Grant to approve computer reconciliation of
the City Bank Account by Security Pacific National Bank at the
rate of $43.00 per 100 checks. Motion carried on AYE votes of
Councilmen Erway, Allen,Grant and Mayor Petta, with Councilman
Tillinghast voting NOE.
CITY PAYROLL FUNCTION
Following discussion, Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast
to go on to the next item. The Motion died for lack of a second.
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CC-79-390 Motion was made by Councilman Erway, seconded by Councilman Grant
and carried unanimously to table the matter of Security Pacific
National Bank performing the City payroll function for further
study and discussion.
(8) Rising CRA, legal and engineering costs.
STREET LIGHTS - PRIVATELY OWNED
City Engineer Joe Kicak briefed Council, stating pursuant to
Council's direction, letters were forwarded to all citizens owning
private street lights. One reply was received, from Dr. Booker,
dated December 14.
Mayor Petta opened Public Hearing on the matter, and the following
citizen addressed Council: Mr. Ron Barnett, 22618 DeBerry.
Mayor Petta closed Public Hearing.
CC-79-391 Following discussion, Motion was made by Councilman Erway,
seconded by Councilman Grant that those persons listed in
Category 1 - the lights listed therein - be accepted as City
lights, and that Dr. J. R. Booker, 11785 Mt. Vernon, also be
included in Category 1, and that the matter be referred to
Staff for a detailed street lighting plan, and no further lights
will be accepted by the City until the time that is approved.
Motion was made by Councilman Grant to amend Councilman Erway's
Motion to add to his Motion all individuals contained in
Category 2, as listed in the Memorandum from Brian Esgate,
dated December 7, 1979. The Motion to amend died for lack of
a second.
CC-79-392
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Councilman Erway's Motion passed on AYE votes of Councilmen
Erway, Grant and Mayor Petta, with Councilmen Tillinghast and
Allen voting NOE.
ORDINANCE NO. 29
(Second Reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE,
CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR TREE PLANTING,
MAINTENANCE, AND REMOVAL ON PUBLIC STREETS AND PARKWAYS.
Mayor Petta opened Public Hearing on the matter, and closed
Public Hearing, there being no citizens to address Council.
Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast, seconded by Councilman
Grant and carried unanimously to adopt Ordinance No. 29 by title
only.
ORGANIZATION CHART
Following Staff Report by City Manager Seth Armstead, Mayor Petta
opened Public Hearing on the matter, and the following citizens
addressed Council: Ken Rinderhagen, 12738 Wilmac. Mayor Petta
closed Public Hearing.
CC-79-393 Following discussion, Motion was made by Councilman Erway, seconded
by Councilman Allen and carried unanimously to refer the matter
back to the City Manager to consider discussion held at this
meeting, and to bring the matter back at a later date.
Councilman Tillinghast stated when the matter is brought back to
Council, the job descriptions should be addressed also at that
time.
RESOLUTION NO. 79-51
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE,
CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, APRIL 8,
1980, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS OF SAID CITY AS
REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES AND FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE
QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF SAID CITY OF AN ADVISORY MEASURE RELATING
TO DISTRIBUTION OF STATE SALES TAX REVENUE.
CC-79-394 Following a briefing by Attorney Gene Nazarek, discussion and
amendment, Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast, seconded
by Councilman Erway and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution
No. 79-51 as amended.
CC-79-395
CC-79-396
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RESOLUTION NO. 79-52
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE
OFFICE, PERTAINING TO MATERIALS SUBMITTED TO THE ELECTORATE AND
THE COSTS THEREOF FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD
IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 1980.
Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast, seconded by Councilman
Allen and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 79-52 as
presented.
IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS OF ADVISORY MEASURE
Motion was made by Councilman Grant, seconded by Councilman
Tillinghast and carried unanimously to prepare a resolution
authorizing the City Attorney to file a written analysis regarding
the advisory
measure.
RESOLUTION NO. 79-53
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE,
CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OF ITS MEMBERS TO FILE A WRITTEN
ARGUMENT REGARDING AN ADVISORY MEASURE.
CC-79-397
Motion was made by Councilman Grant, seconded by Councilman Allen
and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 79-53.
RESOLUTION NO. 79-54
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE,
CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY
OF SAN BERNARDINO TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO SAID CITY
RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE
HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 1980.
CC-79-398
Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast, seconded by Councilman
Erway and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 79-54
as presented.
FILING FEE FOR GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
CC-79-399
Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast, seconded by Councilman
Erway and carried unanimously to dispense with a filing fee for
the General Municipal Election to be held Tuesday, April 8, 1980.
TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS & CURB MARKING PLAN
City Engineer Joe Kicak briefed Council, and Brian Esgate, Kicak
& Associates, reviewed the recommended changes to the Traffic
Control Signs & Curb Marking Plan, as discussed in the Public
Work Session held this date at 4:00 p.m.
Councilman Grant stated, for the record, he is in support of
the total concept, but wished it to be made clear he is still
opposed to the "yield right-of-way" sign at Holly Street and
Brentwood Street.
CC-79-400
Motion was made by Councilman Tillinghast, seconded by Councilman
Grant and carried unanimously that, with the corrections as listed
by Engineering Staff, and with the statement of Councilman Grant
noted for record, to adopt the Traffic Control Signs & Curb
Marking Plan.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
The following citizens addressed Council: Bob Yeates, 12888
Fremontia, suggested the area along DeBerry Street from Mt. Vernon
on the north side be designated as a "no parking" area; and
Ken Rinderhagen, 12738 Wilmac.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
Council recessed to Executive Session at 9:40 p.m., with
City Manager Armstead, Attorney Gene Nazarek and Administrative
Services/Finance Officer Ed Clark in attendance.
Councilman Allen left the Council Chambers at 11:00 p.m., due
to family illness.
The regular meeting of the City Council reconvened at 11:43 p.m.
Mayor Petta announced that the Executive Session was regarding
litigation and no action was taken.
ADJOURN
The regular meeting adjourned at 11:45 p.m. to an Adjourned
Regular Meeting to be held at 4:00 p.m. on December 27, 1979,
for Executive Session.
Respectfully submitted,
F,r r
Approved•
CR&
Mayor
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