CITY OF
** BIG BEAR LAKE California
TNGORPORATED AND
Regular Meeting Minutes - June 12, 2024
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Big Bear Lake was called to order by Mayor Melnick at 4:01 p.m., Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at the Civic Center, 39707 Big Bear Boulevard, Big Bear Lake, California.
OPEN SESSION
Flag Salute: Flag Salute led by Mayor Pro Tem Segovia
Councilmembers Present: Mayor Perri Melnick
Mayor Pro Tem Kendi Segovia
Councilmember Randall Putz
Councilmember Participating Remotely: Councilmember Rick Herrick Others Present: Erik Sund, City Manager
Stephen P. Deitsch, City Attorney
Erica Stephenson, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Tom Sitton, Big Bear Lake business owner, provided information regarding taxpayers' rights; voiced his negative opinion regarding City spending; requested a City Charter amendment.
Daniel Gulbranson, Big Bear Lake resident, expressed his dissatisfaction with City property acquisitions and questioned the City's potential uses of these properties.
At the hour of 4:12 p.m., Mayor Melnick called for a recess to Closed Session.
At the hour of 5:03 p.m., Mayor Melnick resumed Open Session.
RESULTS OF CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Stephen P. Deitsch, announced that the City Council discussed the following items in Closed Session and no reportable action was taken by the City Council.
1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Gov. Code Sect. 54956.8 Property: 40277 Big Bear Boulevard, APN:0307-184-10
Link to Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WAtSCnpPPfzP60R28 City Negotiator: City Manager Erik Sund
Negotiating Party: David Kruk, Go Vector One LLC
Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Gov. Code Sect. 54956.8 Property: 42139 Big Bear Boulevard, APN:2328-191-19
Link to Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ohM6YPjjDDmPm6uP7 City Negotiator: City Manager Erik Sund
Negotiating Party: Wayne and Belinda Evans, Bear Country Quilts & Gifts Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
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3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Gov. Code Sect. 54956.8 Property: 40752 Beaver Lane: 0 Beaver Lane, APN:0307-111-06 & APN: 0308-162-46 Link to Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HdeexMdvTbQ1wU2cA City Negotiating Party: Mr. & Mrs. Gonzalez, Reygon Properties, LLC Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
PRESENTATIONS
• Presentation of a Proclamation to Dr. Mary M. Suzuki, Superintendent of Bear Valley Unified School District.
• Presentation from Dr. Cary Stewart, Medical Director for Bear Valley Hospice. • Introduction of new employee - Chris Hearn, Administrative Assistant - Community Development Department.
• Introduction of new employee - Kerri Wong, Human Resources Technician - Management Services Department.
• Presentation from Kelly Ent, Deputy City Manager / Chief Financial Officer providing the City's Quarterly (July 2023 - March 2024) Financial Update.
OPEN SESSION PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Drew Plakos & Randy Boswell. Big Bear residents, invited the public to the upcoming Make Music Big Bear event during the summer solstice.
Thomas Haraden. Big Bear resident, requested an update on the City's Community Visioning project and asked for a local skatepark to be considered in the plan.
Craig. Fullerton resident, informed the public of his concerns related to the San Bernardino National Forest and warned of the dangers of oil contamination in the oceans.
Peggy Baldwin, Big Bear resident, expressed her opinions about the City's potential uses of the 19-acre property; shared her concerns about the City Manager.
Janet Grace, Big Bear resident, provided information about her domestic violence advocacy efforts and the related services she provides to the local community.
Joyce Barker. Big Bear Lake resident, requested the City Council reconsider their hiring and evaluation practices related to the City Manager position.
Theodore Trentman, Big Bear resident, provided information about a local TV App; expressed his concerns regarding an animal hoarding situation that occurred in Fawnskin.
Lori Jenkins. Big Bear Lake resident, voiced her concerns about the City Manager.
Suzy Gillian, Big Bear resident, voiced her concerns about the City Manager.
Daniel Gulbranson, Big Bear Lake resident, expressed his disapproval of City leadership, expenditures and questioned the City's hiring practices.
Chuck Hicks. Big Bear Lake resident, announced that he plans to run in the upcoming election for the District 5 City Council seat.
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Jim Eakin, Big Bear Lake resident, announced that he plans to run in the upcoming election for the District 1 City Council seat; provided information on his local volunteer activities and his professional background.
Kristina Nehls, Big Bear resident, expressed that she is untrusting of community leadership, questioned local law enforcement and City leaders' actions.
Tom Sitton, Big Bear Lake business owner, voiced his concerns about the City Manager and the City's organizational structure.
Laura Johnson, Big Bear resident, expressed her appreciation for the Chamber of Commerce and her beliefs that local regulations should be updated to become more small business friendly.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR
Comenon lendar a byl uncilmember Putz, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Segovia to approve the
1.1 APPROVE DEMANDS - CHECK ISSUE DATE 04/18/24 THROUGH 05/31/24 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,401,342.16 AND THE APRIL 2024 TREASURER'S REPORT Approved.
1.2 THE 2024 CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE REVIEW
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-22
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE 2024 CONFLICT
OF INTEREST CODE REVIEW
1.3 RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING THE CITY'S NOVEMBER 5, 2024 GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Approved and adopted the following resolutions entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-23
RESOLUTION CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN
OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO CHARTER CITIES
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-24
RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY
OF SAN BERNARDINO TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR THE CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON SAID DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-25
RESOLUTION ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE
OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATE STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024
1.4 APPROVE THE STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-26
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT
POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
1.5 APPROVE THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-27
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE APPROPRIATION:
IMIT FOR FY 2024-2.
1.6 AWARD OF CONTRACT - COMPREHENSIVE USER FEE STUDY AND COST
ALLOCATION PLAN
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-28
RESOLUTION AWARDING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT TO MATRIX CONSULTING GROUP, LTD. TO CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE
USER FEE STUDY AND COST ALLOCATION PLAN
1.7 DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER FY 2024-25 BUDGET INCORPORATION Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-29
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INCORPORATION OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER'S APPROVED BUDGET FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 INTO THE CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE'S
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BUDGET
1.8 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 SB 1 FUNDED PROJECT LIST
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-30
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE SB 1 FUNDED PROJECT LIST
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
1.9 AMEND THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT-CORONAVIRUS
PROJECT
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-31
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT- CORONAVIRUS PROJECT (CDBG-CV) AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF A PASS-THROUGH AGREEMENT TO BEAR
VALLEY MEALS ON WHEELS, INC.
1.10 CALIFORNIANS FOR ALL YOUTH WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM GRANT
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-32
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE TO ACCEPT
AND ADMINISTER FUNDING FROM THE CALIFORNIANS FOR ALL YOUTH
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM GRANT ON BEHALF OF THE
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MOUNTAINS FOUNDATION
1.11 NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE DEMOLITION OF PROPERTY AT 42106 BIG
BEAR BOULEVARD PROJECT
Approved.
1.12 AUTHORIZE BID SOLICITATIONS FOR UPCOMING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROJECTS
Approved.
1.13 AUTHORIZE INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS FOR FOX FARM ROAD AT THE
INTERSECTIONS OF STARVATION FLATS ROAD / SCANDIA ROAD
Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-33
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS FOR
FOX FARM ROAD AT THE INTERSECTION OF STARVATION FLATS ROAD /
SCANDIA ROAD AND FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT
FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
1.14 AUTHORIZE INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS FOR LAHONTAN DRIVE AT THE
INTERSECTION OF GEORGIA STREET
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Approved and adopted the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-34
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS FOR
LAHONTAN DRIVE AT THE INTERSECTION OF GEORGIA STREET AND
FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
The Consent Calendar was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Segovia, Putz, Herrick, Melnick
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
Following the Consent Calendar, Mayor Melnick announced that she would be changing the order of the Agenda and requested that Item 3.1 be presented prior to the Public Hearing items.
2. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
3.1 REAL PROPERTY PURCHASE - 40277 BIG BEAR BOULEVARD
Mayor Melnick made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Herrick, to remove Item 3.1 from the Agenda, which would no longer allow for consideration of the proposed real property purchase of 4027° Big Bear Boulevard.
Following the motion, Mayor Melnick invited up speakers who wanted to speak on this item. The following individuals approached the City Council:
Rusty Barnes, Big Bear Lake resident, expressed his opinions regarding City property purchases.
Jim Eakin, Big Bear Lake resident, stated that he thinks the City should have a policy that clearly defines the City's goals when considering property purchases.
Daniel Gulbranson, Big Bear Lake resident, questioned various City capital project expenditures.
After public comment, Mayor Melnick requested that the City Clerk proceed with the roll call vote for the motion to remove Item 3.1 from any further consideration.
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Putz, Herrick, Segovia, Melnick
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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3. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
2.1 COLLECTION OF DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER STANDBY FEES ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 TAX ROLL
DWP General Manager Reggie Lamson, made a brief staff presentation for this item.
At the hour of 6:23 p.m., Mayor Melnick opened the Public Hearing; seeing no public comment, Mayor Melnick closed the Public Hearing at 6:23 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-35
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLACEMENT OF BIG BEAR LAKE
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER STANDBY FEES ON THE TAX ROLL Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Herrick, Segovia, Putz, Melnick
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
2.2 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BUDGET ADOPTION
Kelly Ent, Deputy City Manager / Chief Financial Officer made a staff presentation for this item.
At the hour of 6:31 p.m., Mayor Melnick opened the Public Hearing and the following individual approached the City Council:
Theodore Trentman, Big Bear resident, questioned the City's proposed expenditures of TOT and Measure Y funds; requested a committee be formed to allow community input on how TBID funds should be spent to promote tourism.
At the hour of 6:34 p.m., Mayor Melnick closed the Public Hearing.
Following the Public Hearing and Councilmember comments, a motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Segovia, seconded by Councilmember Putz, to approve staff's first recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-36
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BUDGET
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Herrick, Putz, Segovia, Melnick
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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Then a motion was made by Councilmember Putz seconded by Councilmember Herrick, to approve staff's second recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-37
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PUBLICLY AVAILABLE PAY SCHEDULE
EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2024 PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7522.34
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Segovia, Herrick, Putz, Melnick
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Then a motion was made by Councilmember Putz seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Segovia, to approve staff's recommendation authorizing the City Manager to execute the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Law Enforcement Services Contract in the amount of $6,075,419.
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Putz, Segovia, Herrick, Melnick
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
2.3 AUTHORIZE THE PLACEMENT OF SEWER AND REFUSE FEES ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 PROPERTY TAX ROLL
Kelly Ent, Deputy City Manager / Chief Financial Officer made a brief staff presentation for this item.
At the hour of 6:40 p.m., Mayor Melnick opened the Public Hearing; seeing no public comment, Mayor Melnick closed the Public Hearing at 6:40 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-38
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PLACEMENT OF SEWER AND
REFUSE FEES ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 TAX ROLL
Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Segovia, Putz, Herrick, Melnick
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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RESOLUTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE VILLAGE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1-92 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 Sean Sullivan, Assistant City Manager made a staff presentation for this item.
At the hour of 6:44 p.m., Mayor Melnick opened the Public Hearing and the following individuals approached the City Council:
increasing taxes.
Daniel Gulbranson, Big Bear Lake resident, shared his general disapproval regarding increasing taxes and questioned the City and the State of California's need to raise taxes; expressed his support for local business owners.
Rusty Barnes, Big Bear Lake resident, expressed his appreciation for the services the City provides to the Village property/business owners; stated that he is in support of this Item.
At the hour of 6:50 p.m., Mayor Melnick closed the Public Hearing.
Following the Public Hearing and City Council questions/comments, a motion was made by Councilmember Putz, seconded by Councilmember Herrick, to approve staff's recommendation and adopt the following resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-39
RESOLUTION APPOVING THE ANNUAL ENGINEER'S REPORT,
CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENTS, AND ORDERING THE
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE VILLAGE
MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1-92 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 Said motion was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Segovia, Herrick, Putz, Melnick
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, & ADDITIONAL CITY BUSINESS
CITY CLERK, CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Clerk Stephenson provided some information regarding the upcoming District 1 and District 5 City Council elections, and announced that the candidate nomination filing period will open on Monday, July 15 and close on Friday, August 9, 2024.
City Manager Sund thanked Jim Lona for hosting another successful Memorial Day ceremony and provided some Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) remittance updates.
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• COUNCILMEMBER BOARD/COMMITTEE REPORTS & COMMENTS
Councilmember Putz announced that he recently attended a Cal Cities DMD meeting in Ridgecrest and the annual City County/Conference in Lake Arrowhead, sharing that both of these events were very informative and great networking opportunities. He further stated that he attended the May 23 Fire Safe Council meeting held at City Hall and the May 27 Memorial Day ceremony in Veterans Park.
Mayor Pro Tem Segovia (seconded by Mayor Melnick) requested to include a future Agenda item allowing the City Council to consider potential revisions to the City's Municipal Codes related to chicken and horse regulations in Big Bear Lake. Mayor Pro Tem Segovia also shared that she attended a recent Operational Area Coordinating Council (OACC) emergency preparedness meeting held at City Hall.
Mayor Melnick shared concerns regarding trash cans being left curbside for extended periods of time and requested the City staff engage in additional outreach efforts to further educate the residents and second homeowners about local trash regulations. Mayor Melnick also provided an update on recent Westend Advisory Committee meetings.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council at this Open Session, Mayor Melnick adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m. in memory and honor of local resident and cinematographer Jim Roberson.
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