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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/14/2020CITY OF GRAND TERRACE -UVA x�, Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES • JANUARY 14, 2020 Regular Meeting Grand Terrace Civic Center • 22795 Barton Road 6:00 PM Mayor Darcy McNaboe convened the Regular Meeting of the City Council for Tuesday, January 14, 2020. INVOCATION The Invocation was given by Pastor Daniel Lee of Grand View Baptist Church. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Grand Terrace Resident, Jeremy Rivera. Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Darcy McNaboe Mayor Present Douce Wilson Mayor Pro TernPresent Sylvia Robles Council Member Absent Bill Hussey Council Member Present Jeff Allen Council Member Present Present G. Harold Duffey City Manager Present Adrian Guerra City Attorney Debra Thomas City Clerk Present Alan French Public Works Director Present Present Steven Weiss Planning & Development Services Director Cynthia A. Fortune Assistant City Manager Present A. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Proclamation Proclaiming January 2020 as National Mentoring Month The City Council presented a Proclamation for National Mentoring Month to Jerome Poland, Social Service Practitioner on behalf of San Bernardino County Children and Family Services. B. REORDERING OF, ADDITIONS TO, OR REMOVAL OF ITEMS FROM THE AGENDA None. City of Grand Terrace Page 1 Minutes Grand Terrace City Council January 14, 2020 C. 7 CONSENT CALENDAR Council Member Jeff Allen asked that Agenda Item No. 5 be pulled for discussion. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Doug Wilson, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: Jeff Allen, Council Member AYES: Darcy McNaboe, Doug Wilson, Bill Hussey, Jeff Allen ABSENT: Sylvia Robles 1. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda 2. Approval of Minutes — Regular Meeting — 11/12/2019 3. Approval of Minutes — Regular Meeting — 12/10/2019 4. Attachment to Minutes - 12/10/2019 PULLED FOR DISCUSSION — AGENDA ITEM NO. 6 5. Check Register No. 12312019 in the Amount of $366,496.79 for Period Ending December 31, 2019 Council Member Allen asked if funding for the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations came from the General Fund. G. Harold Duffey, City Manager explained that the entire program came from grant funding. APPROVE CHECK REGISTER NO. 12312019 IN THE AMOUNT $366,496.79 AS SUBMITTED, WHICH INCLUDES THE CHECK REGISTER ACCOUNT INDEX FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019-20. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER. Jeff Allen, Council Member SECONDER: Doug Wilson, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Darcy McNaboe, Doug Wilson, Bill Hussey, Jeff Allen ABSENT: Sylvia Robles PUBLIC COMMENT Isaac Suchil, Colton, CA expressed his concern regarding the disrepair of the roadways of La Cadena and Rosedale which is the responsibility of the City of Grand Terrace. Mr. Suchil has given notice of the defective conditions of these two streets and it is his hope that no one will be injured. Additionally, he hopes that the City will use its SB 1 money to repave these two sections of roadway and repairs its streets. City of Grand Terrace Page 2 Minutes Grand Terrace City Council January 14, 2020 Jeremy Rivera, Grand Terrace apologized to the City Council for his outburst at the last City Council meeting. He believed that residents who sent in emails supporting Jeremy Briggs and Jeffrey McConnell had their First Amendment Rights, Freedom of Speech, violated by not reading those emails into the record of the City Council meeting. He also expressed his concern regarding the riot that evolved at Cal Skate and requests that more security be secured at that location. He stated the City streets are in bad shape and need to be addressed. He would also like to see a weekly update on the City's website announcing things going on in the City. Jeffrey McConnell, Grand Terrace would like the policy requesting resident addresses be changed immediately due to the world we live in as there are many break ins and announcing your address on live TV would let people know you are not at home. He also requested at the previous City Council meeting that an appeal to his CUP be heard. He has heard nothing since his request and would like to know the status. He spoke with Steven Weiss, Planning & Development Services Director who shared with him that he needs to request a reconsideration; although he is not familiar with this procedure. Adrian Guerra, City Attorney explained that the City's Municipal Code requires that an Applicant has the opportunity to appeal a Planning Condition decision within ten (10) calendar days. In this case, the Planning Commission approved the Conditional Use Permit on October 24, 2019, therefore the appeal process expired in early November 2019. At this time there is nothing for the City Council to consider. If Mr. McConnell wants to pursue amending the CUP, he is welcome to file a request to amend the CUP with the City's Planning staff, pay the fee and the item would go before the Planning Commission for consideration. City Attorney Guerra also addressed Mr. Rivera's concern regarding the First Amendment. City Attorney Guerra assured Mr. Rivera, the City Council and the public that there had been no First Amendment violation. The City Council has the right to control the time, place and manner of its meetings. The emails had a consistent message, that message was conveyed to the City Council and in an effort to avoid repetition and to save time, the emails were summarized. E. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS Council Member Jeff Allen Council Member Jeff Allen first wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Year and welcome back. Council Member Allen attended the following: City of Grand Terrace Page 3 Minutes Grand Terrace City Council January 14, 2020 Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Plan Briefing where discussion was held on Connect SoCal, the Regional Transportation Plan for 2020-2045 for Transportation and Sustainable Community Strategies. Council Member Allen is focused on the Stop the Bleed Program and requested dates be set for training and staff to find grant money for kits to be installed at City Hall and expand out from there. He is also excited about students in Government Day or Week and would like that to start early so the students and teachers can be prepared. Residents have expressed their concern to Council Member Allen regarding the upcoming ballot measure for Prop 13. Council Member Allen wanted to assure the residents that the ballot measure does not affect residential properties, only commercial and industrial properties which will bring them up to market rate taxes. Council Member Allen asked the City Manager to have an analysis prepared on what the increase in revenues to the City will be if the ballot measure passes. Council Member Allen encourages residents to join the Citizens on Patrol Volunteer Program. It is a great opportunity for the residents to be a part of their community. Council Member Bill Hussey Council Member Bill Hussey wished everyone a Happy New Year, extended his blessing for the City and the men and women in the military for the New Year. He also wanted to thank the San Bernardino County Sheriff's department for their quick reaction to the incident at Cal Skate and was thankful no one was hurt. Council Member Hussey thanked staff for everything that was completed in 2019 and their continued hard work for the upcoming year of 2020. Mayor Pro Tern Doug Wilson Mayor Pro Tern Doug Wilson thanked staff for their great work. He stated that often times it is a thankless opportunity, and some may think money and benefits can make up the difference. When you go the extra mile, it is only in the spirit of the person, that's where it comes from. He is afraid of seeing people get beat down for doing good work therefore he wants to be the first to say thank you. Staff is incredible and he wishes them continued success in the coming year. Mayor Darcy McNaboe Mayor Darcy McNaboe attended the January 8, 2020 Omnitrans Board of Directors meeting and discussed the following: Receive and File Redlands Passenger Rail Project - Propose Change of Arrow Operator to Southern California Regional Rail Authority City of Grand Terrace Page 4 Minutes Grand Terrace City Council January 14, 2020 Receive and File ConnectForward Public Outreach Update o Omnitrans will be changing the service that is provided through the City of Grand Terrace on Route 325. They are proposing to eliminate Route 325 as it exists now. Service will be provided through Route 305. If there are any interested parties, there is more information on the Omnitrans website. There are contact phone numbers and there will be a community meeting held on Monday, January 27, 2020 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Community Room. Provide Direction Regarding Transit District Legislation Closed Session o Conference with Labor Negotiator Concerning Labor Negotiations with Amalgamated Transit Union Mayor McNaboe attended the January 8, 2020 San Bernardino Transit Authority Board of Directors meeting and discussed the following: Closed Session o Quarterly Litigation Update with General Counsel o Public Employee Performance Evaluation: General Counsel Removed an item to Open Session regarding the Interstate 10 and University Street Improvement Project. Direct Staff on Funding Strategies for the West Valley Connector Phase I project Approve an Amendment to Professional Services Contract with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for design services on State Route 60 Central Interchange project. Authorize the Board President to execute Construction and Maintenance Agreement with BNSF Railway and the City of San Bernardino for the demolition, construction and maintenance of the Mt. Vernon Viaduct. Approve a Master Agreement with Western Riverside Council of Governments for cost sharing and provide an accounting mechanism related to collaborative work and grants. Receive information and provide direction on comments to be potentially submitted by San Bernardino County Transportation Authority on the Draft Connect SoCal Plan. Presentation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2018/2019. Mayor McNaboe echoed her colleagues sentiments and wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Year; the new year gives the City a lot of opportunity for things that can be done. The City needs to focus on street maintenance; however, the project will be starting up again this year. She also wanted to thank the Sheriff's Department and the overwhelming response that they gave with the issues at Cal Skate. City of Grand Terrace Page 5 Minutes Grand Terrace City Council January 14, 2020 F. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6. Zoning Code Amendment 19-02 to Amend Chapter 18.06 (Definitions) and Chapter 18.40 (M2 Industrial District) of the Zoning Code Pertaining to Contractor Offices and Storage Yards Steven Weiss, Director of Planning & Development Services gave the Power Point presentation for this item. Mayor McNaboe opened the public hearing at 6:47 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. Mayor McNaboe closed the public hearing at 6:47 p.m. Mayor McNaboe directed City Attorney Guerra to read the ordinance into the record by title only. 1) CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING, AND 2) DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO READ BY TITLE ONLY, WAIVE FURTHER READING AND INTRODUCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA FINDING THAT ZONING CODE AMENDMENT 19-02 IS EXEMPT FROM REVIEW PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3) AND AMENDING CHAPTER 18.06 (DEFINITIONS) AND CHAPTER 18.40 (M2 INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT) OF TITLE 18 (ZONING) OF THE GRAND TERRACE MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO CONTRACTOR OFFICES AND STORAGE YARDS RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Jeff Allen, Council Member SECONDER: Doug Wilson, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Darcy McNaboe, Doug Wilson, Bill Hussey, Jeff Allen ABSENT: Sylvia Robles G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE City of Grand Terrace Page 6 Minutes Grand Terrace City Council January 14, 2020 H. NEW BUSINESS 7. Provide Direction on an Undergrounding Master Plan Study Alan French, Director of Public Works gave the Power Point presentation for this item. Mayor Pro Tern Wilson asked if the Undergrounding Master Plan Study could be prepared in two phases and prepare one phase in a schematic design as a cost saving measure? Director French indicated that a schematic could be prepared. Council Member Allen asked if Rule 20A funds would cover the cost for the Undergrounding Master Plan Study. Director French stated that the plan study would not qualify for use of Rule 20A funds. City Manager Duffey informed the City Council that there are a number of funds that are earmarked for certain areas in the City. After receipt of responses to the City's Request for Qualifications, staff would come back to City Council and share what staff believes is the best use of those funds as there are multiple revenue sources to pull from. Council Member Hussey asked how much undergrounding can be accomplished with $1.5 million Rule 20A money. City Manager Duffey stated if developers throughout the City perform undergrounding at their locations, the City can choose other areas to perform undergrounding which would cover more areas. DIRECT STAFF TO ISSUE RFP FOR SCOPE OF SERVICES TO DEVELOP A CITY OF GRAND TERRACE UNDERGROUNDING MASTER PLAN RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Jeff Allen, Council Member SECONDER: Doug Wilson, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Darcy McNaboe, Doug Wilson, Bill Hussey, Jeff Allen ABSENT: Sylvia Robles 8. Adoption of Resolution Approving Application to the California Volkswagen Mitigation Trust's Zero -Emission Transit, School, and Shuttle Bus Grant Program for the Senior Transportation Program for the Purchase of an Electric Bus Cynthia Fortune, Assistant City Manager gave the Power Point presentation for this item. City of Grand Terrace Page 7 Minutes Grand Terrace City Council January 14, 2020 ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDING FROM THE CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD VOLKSWAGEN ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION TRUST FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN ELECTRIC BUS FOR THE SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Jeff Allen, Council Member SECONDER: Bill Hussey, Council Member AYES: Darcy McNaboe, Doug Wilson, Bill Hussey, Jeff Allen ABSENT: Sylvia Robles 9. City of Grand Terrace Special Events List for Calendar Year 2020 G. Harold Duffey, City Manager gave the Power Point presentation for this item. RECEIVE AND FILE. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Darcy McNaboe, Mayor SECONDER: Jeff Allen, Council Member AYES: Darcy McNaboe, Doug Wilson, Bill Hussey, Jeff Allen ABSENT: Sylvia Robles I. REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS BY CITY COUNCIL - NONE J. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS G. Harold Duffey, City Manager announced the following events: Dog Park closure from January 26, 2020 through March 4, 2020 for reseeding The City 2020 Activity Guide will be mailed to all residents during the month of January and February 2020. This guide lists all of the events and activities throughout the City of Grand Terrace. K. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - NONE City of Grand Terrace Page 8 Minutes Grand Terrace City Council January 14, 2020 L. ADJOURN Mayor McNaboe adjourned the Regular Meeting of the City Council at 7:25 p.m. The Next Regular City Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. r Darc Mc e, Mayor Debra L. Thomas, ity Clerk City of Grand Terrace Page 9