Regular Meeting Minutes – June 14, 2023
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A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Big Bear Lake was called to order by Mayor Putz at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at the Civic Center, 39707 Big Bear Boulevard, Big Bear Lake, California.
OPEN SESSION
Flag Salute: Flag Salute led by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick
Invocation: Invocation was led by Eric Hoerger from Believer’s Chapel Councilmembers Present: Mayor Randall Putz
Mayor Pro Tem Perri Melnick
Councilmember Bynette Mote
Councilmember Kendi Segovia
Councilmembers Excused: Councilmember Herrick
Others Present: Erik Sund, City Manager
Albert Maldonado, Assistant City Attorney
Erica Stephenson, City Clerk
Rebecca Cannon, Deputy City Clerk
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick, seconded by Councilmember Segovia, to excuse Councilmember Herrick from attendance at this meeting.
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Segovia, Mote, Melnick, Putz
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
None.
At the hour of 4:02 p.m., Council recessed to Closed Session.
At the hour of 5:01 p.m., Mayor Putz resumed Open Session.
PRESENTATIONS
• Introduction of New Employees:
• Brandon Gewecke – Facilities/Parks Maintenance Worker • Dakota Kaufman – Facilities/Parks Maintenance Worker
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RESULTS OF CLOSED SESSION
Albert Maldonado, Assistant City Attorney, announced action taken by Council during Closed Session.
1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 0309-011-33 & a portion of APN 0309-011-26 City Negotiators: City Manager Erik Sund
Negotiating Party: George Hanson, Bear Valley Mutual Water Company & Greg Schick Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
No reportable action.
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 2328-111-08
City Negotiators: City Manager Erik Sund
Negotiating Party: Administrator for Michael Montepara
Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
No reportable action.
3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 0308-181-07 & a portion of APN 0308-181-19 City Negotiators: City Manager Erik Sund
Negotiating Party: David Stone, Draco Builders
Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
No reportable action.
4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 2328-383-01
City Negotiators: City Manager Erik Sund
Negotiating Party: Wade Reeser, President of Big Bear Mountain Resorts Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
No reportable action.
OPEN SESSION PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Lisa Caruso, Big Bear Lake property co-host, believes that certain provisions in the Vacation Rental Ordinance are not being enforced and interpreted as originally intended; declared that it is time to revisit the Vacation Rental Ordinance.
Lori Avery, Big Bear Lake second home owner, recounted her experience with Code Compliance and a recent citation she was issued for seemingly operating a vacation rental with an expired license; asked Council to consider making adjustments to the vacation rental renewal process to allow for additional reminders and grace periods.
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Patrice Duncan, Sugarloaf resident, briefly discussed the recent Fire Authority Meeting and expressed her frustration and disappointment with the Board discussion that ensued and the ultimate result of the meeting.
Theodore Trentman, Big Bear Lake resident, encouraged the City to adopt a local ordinance that prohibits illegal breeding and dumping of animals in Big Bear Lake.
Dan Gulbranson, Big Bear Lake resident, insinuated that the Code Compliance Department is being too strict; inquired about the cost of the Community Visioning process.
Ron Peavy, Big Bear Lake resident and Big Bear Lake Rotary member, offered his support to the Interact Club and expressed his disappointment with how Code Enforcement acted in response to the Interact Club’s Memorial Day weekend fundraising event.
Dawn Hartmeister, Big Bear Rotary President, communicated her discontent regarding the Interact Club’s Memorial Day weekend fundraising event being shut down; eluded that it was not just a permitting issue.
Debbie O’Hara, Big Bear Lake resident, described an incident in which she witnessed an individual illegally dumping a dog in Big Bear City; implored the City Council and County of San Bernardino to impose more stringent fines for the neglect, abuse and abandonment of animals.
Robbie Bos, Baldwin Lake resident, promoted the upcoming Make Music Big Bear event and invited Council and the public to attend the event in the Village on June 21.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick, seconded by Councilmember Mote, to approve the Consent Calendar.
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Mote, Melnick, Segovia, Putz
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
EXCUSED: Herrick
1.1 APPROVAL OF DEMANDS – CHECK ISSUE DATE 05/02/2023 THROUGH 05/25/2023 IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,279,462.58 AND THE APRIL 2023 TREASURER’S REPORT Approved.
1.2 APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES FROM THE APRIL 12, 2023 SPECIAL MEETING
OF CITY COUNCIL
Approved.
1.3 APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES FROM THE APRIL 12, 2023 REGULAR
MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
Approved.
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1.4 APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES FROM THE MAY 10, 2023 REGULAR MEETING
OF CITY COUNCIL
Approved.
1.5 APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES FROM THE MAY 12, 2023 SPECIAL MEETING
OF CITY COUNCIL
Approved.
1.6 APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES FROM THE MAY 24, 2023 ADJOURNED
REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
Approved.
1.7 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
City Council considered a formal resolution authorizing the adoption of the Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The City’s formal Investment Policy prioritizes safety and liquidity over yield, and has not changed from FY 2022-23.
Approved and adopted the following Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-32
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT
POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
1.8 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
City Council considered a formal resolution that would establish the City’s appropriation limit for Fiscal Year 2023-24. Under State law, the City’s formal appropriations limit is $49,795,135 and the proposed FY 2023-24 budget is below this limit.
Approved and adopted the following Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-33
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR
FY 2023-24
1.9 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY DIVISION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH TO SUPPORT EDIBLE FOOD RECOVERY PROGRAMS AS PRESCRIBED BY SB 1383
City Council considered a formal resolution authorizing the execution of an MOU with the San Bernardino County Division of Environmental Health to support the City’s Edible Food Recovery
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Program that is being implemented pursuant to SB 1383. Under this agreement, the County will provide resources to the City to perform the required coordination, inspection, and enforcement of required edible food generators to comply with the requirements of SB 1383. These resources will augment the City’s limited staffing in providing these required activities and the activities will be funded through revenues derived from required permits and fees for services to be paid by the participating food generators.
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-34
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE SAN
BERNARDINO COUNTY DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL
HEALTH TO SUPPORT EDIBLE FOOD RECOVERY PROGRAMS
AS PRESCRIBED BY SB 1383
1.10 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS AND PURCHASE
ORDERS FOR THE ANNUAL STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT
City Council considered a formal resolution awarding construction contracts to S. Porter, Inc. and Bear Valley Paving in support of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Street Rehabilitation Project. The project has been divided into two scopes of work, one for complete street reconstruction and one for street grinding and preparation for City staff to pave, will rehabilitate a collective 2.5 miles of City streets. Additionally, the City Council considered approving a purchase order with Vulcan Materials to provide the necessary asphalt material in support of the City’s paving efforts. The project is funded within the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program Budget and work is anticipated to commence in early July 2023.
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-35
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS AND
PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE ANNUAL STREET
REHABILITATION PROJECT
1.11 RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO FINAL TOUCH CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN, INC. FOR THE CIVIC CENTER ROOF REPLACEMENT
PROJECT
City Council considered a formal resolution awarding a construction contract to Final Touch Construction & Design, Inc. (Fontana, CA) for the Civic Center Roof Replacement Project. This project will include the full removal and replacement of the Civic Center roof, which is estimated to be in excess of twenty-years old and is showing signs of failure throughout the building. The replacement roof has an anticipated lifespan of thirty years or more. Work will commence in early July 2023 and will be completed prior to the next winter season.
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-36
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO
FINAL TOUCH CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN, INC. FOR THE
CIVIC CENTER ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT
1.12 RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO SANCON, ENGINEERING, INC. FOR THE SANITARY SEWER CURED IN PLACE PIPE
PROJECT
City Council considered a formal resolution awarding a construction contract to Sancon Engineering, Inc. (Huntington Beach, CA) for the Sanitary Sewer Cured in Place Pipe Project. This project will insert a cured in place pipe, also known as a liner, into existing sanitary sewer mains to inhibit and correct deficiencies such as root intrusion, pipe collapse, or erosion. This project will line approximately 9,000 linear feet of sanitary sewer pipeline.
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-37
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO
SANCON ENGINEERING, INC. FOR THE SANITARY SEWER
CURED IN PLACE PIPE PROJECT
1.13 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH STATEWIDE TRAFFIC SAFETY AND SIGNS, INC. FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL
SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF THE TOUR DE BIG BEAR EVENT
City Council considered a formal resolution authorizing a professional services agreement with Statewide Traffic Safety and Signs, Inc. (Statewide) for traffic control services in support of the Tour de Big Bear Event. The City has historically supported the Tour de Big Bear event through the provision of in-kind services valued at approximately $50,000 annually through the use of existing City staff. Historically, the staff demands required of this event capture several weeks’ worth of staff time and result in additional overtime hours. In an effort to maintain staff’s effort focused on the larger responsibilities of Public Works, staff solicited proposals to contract out the traffic control services for the Tour de Big Bear event, which represents the largest single staff power impact. Statewide has solicited a proposal for these services and their cost proposal was in line with staff’s expectations and they are experienced in complicated and complex traffic control deployments which demonstrate their ability to provide the needed services for this event.
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-38
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH STATEWIDE TRAFFIC SAFETY AND
SIGNS, INC. FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES IN SUPPORT
OF THE TOUR DE BIG BEAR EVENT
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1.14 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BID SOLICIATIONS FOR UPCOMING CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AND FINDING THE PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
City Council considered a formal resolution authorizing bid solicitations for upcoming Capital Improvement Projects that are contemplated within the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program budget. This procedural approval will allow staff to proceed with the bidding process and obtain the necessary construction bids to advance the projects during this construction season. Upon completion of these bid solicitations, staff will present the construction contracts for consideration at a future City Council meeting and, at that time, will provide comprehensive project budgets, anticipated project costs and timelines. The projects contemplated within this action include: Drainage Master Plan, Village Drive and Stocker Road Sidewalk Improvements, Sewer Cleaning and Inspection Project, and the Cottage Lane Sewer Line Replacement Project.
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-39
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING BID SOLICITATIONS FOR
UPCOMING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AND
FINDING THE PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
1.15 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PURCHASE ORDER FOR SANITARY SEWER
MANHOLE COVERS
City Council considered a formal resolution authorizing a purchase order for Sanitary Sewer Manhole Covers. As a part of the annual operations for the Sanitation Division, the manhole covers are replaced due to damage or as a part of roadway construction projects. This purchase order is for two hundred of the City’s standard manhole covers for use in support of the annual operations.
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-40
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PURCHASE ORDER FOR
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE COVERS
1.16 RESOLUTION ADOPTING LOCAL GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT FOR 2023, UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21000 ET. SEQ.
City Council considered a formal resolution adopting the 2023 Local Guidelines for implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). These Local Guidelines implement the state CEQA Guidelines and will assure that the projects and activities processed through the City conform to the current legislation.
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Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-41
RESOLUTION ADOPTING LOCAL GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTING
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT FOR 2023 (PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE §§ 21000 ET SEQ.)
1.17 PERFORMING ARTS CENTER PIANO DONATION
City Council considered accepting a donation of a Mason & Hamlin baby grand piano from Douglas and Virgina Pfeiffer. Pursuant to the City’s Donation Policy, Administrative Policy No. 13-02, donations valued over $5,000 are required to be presented to, and accepted by, the City Council.
Approved.
1.18 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE DWP’S RATES,
CHARGES AND FEES FOR WATER SERVICE
City Council considered adopting an ordinance approving adjustments to the Department of Water & Power (DWP) rates, charges and fees for water service; and finding the action exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. City Council introduced the ordinance, conducted the first reading of the title and waived further reading at the May 10, 2023 Regular Meeting.
Approved and adopted the following ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-515
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE, COUNTY OF
SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE DWP'S RATES, CHARGES
AND FEES FOR WATER SERVICE
1.19 RESOLUTION INCORPORATING THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER APPROVED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 INTO THE CITY BUDGET City Council considered a formal resolution authorizing the incorporation of the Department of Water and Power (DWP) approved budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24 into the City of Big Bear Lake’s budget. The DWP budget is presented to the City Council on an annual basis for review and input prior to being adopted by the DWP Board of Commissioners. As opposed to scheduling a Special City Council Meeting to review the DWP Budget, City staff scheduled three (3) individual meetings on May 15 with the City Manager, the DWP General Manager, and no more than two (2) Councilmembers at a time to review the proposed DWP budget and offer Councilmembers an opportunity to ask questions and provide input.
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Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-42
RESOLUTION INCORPORATING THE CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE,
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER APPROVED BUDGET FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 INTO THE CITY BUDGET
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
2. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
2.1 FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 BUDGET ADOPTION
City Council conducted a public hearing to receive comments regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-24 City budget. Following the public hearing, Council considered formal resolutions authorizing the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget, the approval and adoption of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Big Bear Lake and the Teamsters Local 1932, General Employee Unit, and the FY 2023-24 salary schedule.
At the hour of 5:44 p.m., Mayor Putz opened the Public Hearing; seeing no public comment, Mayor Putz closed the Public Hearing at 5:44 p.m.
2.1A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 BUDGET A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick, seconded by Councilmember Segovia, to approve staff’s recommendation.
A substitute motion was made by Councilmember Mote to adopt the budget as presented, but to pause on the recruitment and hiring of the proposed Code Compliance Officer until there is further discussion and clarification on enforcement policies. Motion failed due to lack of second.
The initial Motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick, seconded by Councilmember Segovia, to approve staff’s recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-43
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 BUDGET
was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Segovia, Melnick, Putz
NOES: Mote
ABSTAIN: None
EXCUSED: Herrick
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2.1B RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN THE CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE AND THE TEAMSTERS LOCAL 1932, GENERAL EMPLOYEE UNIT FROM JULY 1, 2023 – JUNE 30, 2026 A motion was made by Councilmember Mote, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick, to approve staff’s recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-44
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE
AND THE TEAMSTERS LOCAL 1932, GENERAL EMPLOYEE
UNIT FROM JULY 1, 2023 – JUNE 30, 2026
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Mote, Melnick, Segovia, Putz
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
EXCUSED: Herrick
2.1C RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PUBLICALLY AVAILABLE PAY SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2023 PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE 7522.34
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick, seconded by Councilmember Segovia, to approve staff’s recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-45
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PUBLICALLY AVAILABLE
PAY SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2023 PURSUANT
TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7522.34
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Segovia, Mote, Melnick, Putz
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
EXCUSED: Herrick
2.2 RESOLUTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE VILLAGE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1-92 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 City Council considered a formal resolution authorizing the levy and collection of assessments within the Village Maintenance Assessment District for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The assessments support ongoing maintenance activities within the Village area and property owners are assessed based upon the total amount of street frontage they own within the assessed area. The assessment amounts were adopted in June 2021 through a noticed Proposition 218 hearing whereby the City Council approved a rate structure that included a five-year rate increase through Fiscal Year 2025-
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26. The assessment for Fiscal Year 2023-24 is $33.00 per linear foot and will result in a total collection of approximately $170,000 from the assessed parcels.
At the hour of 6:01 p.m., Mayor Putz opened the Public Hearing; seeing no public comment, Mayor Putz closed the Public Hearing at 6:01 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Segovia, seconded by Councilmember Mote, to approve staff’s recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-46
RESOLUTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE
VILLAGE MAINTENANE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1-92 FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Mote, Segovia, Melnick, Putz
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
EXCUSED: Herrick
2.3 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A WRITTEN REPORT REGARDING DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER WATER STANDBY CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
AND DIRECTING THAT SUCH CHARGES BE COLLECTED ON THE TAX ROLL City Council conducted a public hearing to receive comments regarding the placement of water standby fees on the FY 2023-24 tax roll, and considered a formal resolution authorizing the adoption of a written report concerning water standby fees and directing that the charges be collected via the tax roll in FY 2023-24. The proposed fee is $53 per vacant parcel, with additional charges for properties over one acre in size dependent upon the amount of street frontage. This fee has not been changed since FY 1991-92, and no fee changes are proposed for FY 2023-24.
At the hour of 6:04 p.m., Mayor Putz opened the Public Hearing; seeing no public comment, Mayor Putz closed the Public Hearing at 6:04 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Mote, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick, to approve staff’s recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-47
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A WRITTEN REPORT REGARDING
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND WATER STANDBY CHARGES FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 AND DIRECTING THAT SUCH CHARGES BE
COLLECTED ON THE TAX ROLL
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Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Melnick, Mote, Segovia, Putz
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
EXCUSED: Herrick
2.4 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLACEMENT OF REFUSE FEES ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 TAX ROLL
City Council conducted a public hearing to receive comments regarding the placement of Refuse Fees on the Fiscal Year 2023-24 tax roll and considered a formal resolution to determine the amount of City Refuse Fees to be collected via the tax roll.
At the hour of 6:06 p.m., Mayor Putz opened the Public Hearing; seeing no public comment, Mayor Putz closed the Public Hearing at 6:06 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Segovia, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick, to approve staff’s recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-48
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLACEMENT OF REFUSE FEES
ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 TAX ROLL
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Melnick, Segovia, Mote, Putz
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
EXCUSED: Herrick
2.5 PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PLACEMENT OF SEWER USER FEES ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 TAX ROLL
City Council conducted a public hearing to receive comments regarding the placement of the City’s Sewer User Fees on the Fiscal Year 2023-24 tax roll.
At the hour of 6:09 p.m., Mayor Putz opened the Public Hearing; seeing no public comment, Mayor Putz closed the Public Hearing at 6:09 p.m.
The Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency (BBARWA) adopted rate for Fiscal Year 2023- 24 will be considered at a separate public hearing scheduled for June 29, 2023. Council will consider taking formal action to establish rates and enable collection of the rates associated with BBARWA as well as the City Sewer User Fee on June 29, 2023.
3. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
3.1 RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO S. PORTER INC.
FOR THE RATHBUN CREEK TRAIL, PHASE III PROJECT
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City Council considered a formal resolution authorizing a construction contract with S. Porter, Inc. for the Rathbun Creek Trail Phase III. The Rathbun Creek Trail system was identified in the Rathbun Creek Sustainability plan, which identified mobility and recreation opportunities along Rathbun Creek, and envisions trails from the National Forest to Big Bear Lake. The Phase III section of the trail is proposed adjacent to Sonoma Drive from Elm Street to Moonridge Road.
Upon the award of contract, work is anticipated to commence in July 2023 and will be completed this summer.
Following Council’s initial questions and discussion, Mayor Pro Putz invited up speakers who wanted to speak on this item. The following individuals approached Council:
Ellen Kesler, Big Bear City resident, expressed her appreciation for the Rathbun Creek Trail; urged that the City stick with the conceptual plans and construct the third phase to match the existing segments.
Ed Wallace, Big Bear Lake resident, thanked Mayor Putz and Councilmember Mote for taking the time to walk the Rathbun Trail with him; requested that the City use some ingenuity to create a more meandering trail in an effort to save several trees from being cut down.
Jeremy Hansen, Big Bear Lake resident, insinuated that the City was not being transparent about the construction of the trail segment because the final plan of the trail segment does not exactly reflect the conceptual drawings of the trail segment; expressed appreciation for the changes made to the construction plans but also expressed concerns for the City’s approach to completion.
Kara Flietstra, Big Bear Lake resident, stated that she is discouraged with the lack of connection from the trail segment to Moonridge Road; asked for the City to prioritize connections to the Moonridge Corridor and the installment of public restrooms.
Following further discussion, a motion was made by Councilmember Mote, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melnick, to approve staff’s recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-49
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
TO S. PORTER, INC. FOR THE RATHBUN CREEK TRAIL,
PHASE III PROJECT
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Segovia, Melnick, Mote, Putz
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
EXCUSED: Herrick
4. COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS & ADDITIONAL CITY BUSINESS
4.1 CITY CLERK, CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Clerk Erica Stephenson announced that the application filing period for one (1) Planning Commission vacancy has been extended until Friday, June 30, at 5 p.m. and invited all interested individuals to contact the City Clerk’s Office for more information and an application.
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City Manager Erik Sund commented on his attendance at the Memorial Day weekend events including the Grill & Chill, the fireworks show, and the Memorial Day Ceremony at Veteran’s Park.
4.2 COUNCILMEMBER BOARD/COMMITTEE REPORTS & COMMENTS
Councilmember Segovia indicated that she would like to see more proactive/educational conversations and relationships with local non-profit organizations.
Councilmember Mote reported on the May 17 Mountain Transit Board Meeting and the May 24 Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency Board Meeting; requested that a discussion in preparation for the drafting of an ordinance prohibiting/limiting animal breeding be brought forward for future Council discussion and consideration prior to Fall - Mayor Pro Tem Melnick expressed support for this request; requested that a discussion regarding a discretionary contribution to the Interact Club be brought forward for future Council discussion and consideration - Councilmember Segovia expressed support for this request.
Mayor Pro Tem Melnick expressed her appreciation for all the community involvement; announced that the Vacation Rental Ordinance will be brought forward to Council for review and discussion in August.
Mayor Putz announced that he attended a Community Leader meeting hosted by County Supervisor Dawn Rowe on May 16; reported on the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority City-County Conference on May 18-19 in Lake Arrowhead; commented on a meeting he had with Caltrans District 8 Director and the City Manager on May 23; stated that he provided a “Mayor’s Welcome” at the Highlander Event on May 26 and a speech at the annual Memorial Day Ceremony on May 29; reported on the June 2 League of California Cities Desert Mountain Division Meeting in Mammoth Lakes; presented certificates at the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce annual membership meeting on June 6; attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority meeting on June 7 as Councilmember Herrick’s alternate.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council at this Open Session, Mayor Putz adjourned the Open Session meeting at 7:20 p.m.
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Erica Stephenson, City Clerk