Agenda Item No.
City of Yucaipa
City Council Minutes
Regular Meeting of February 13, 2023
A Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Yucaipa, California was called to order in the Council Chambers, 34272 Yucaipa Boulevard, Yucaipa, California, on February 13, 2023 at 6:00 PM.
PRESENT: Justin Beaver, Mayor
Matt Garner, Councilmember
Jon Thorp, Councilmember
Chris Venable, Councilmember
Jennifer Crawford, Acting City Manager
Kimberly J. Metzler, City Clerk
Steven Graham, City Attorney
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The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Lieutenant Scovel.
Tom Rash, Yucaipa, stated that the audible crosswalk signal located at 4th Street and Yucaipa Boulevard is not working and requested assistance from the City to have it fixed or replaced. Mr.
Rash also stated that audible signals at 5th Street and at Oak Glen Road would benefit the community.
Richard Frost, Yucaipa, stated that the local shuttle buses are crowed with passengers beyond capacity and requested assistance from the Council to ensure the safety of passengers.
Kimberlee Knox, representative of Family Service Association (FSA) of Redlands, thanked the Council for their support of the Yucaipa Outreach Project in years past and provided an overview of the services provided to the community throug the program. Ms. Knox requested the support of the Council with respect to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application • • consideration,
Kris Woolard, Yucaipa, expressed concerns with the speed of traffic traveling on Wildwood Canyon Road, especially between Mesa Grande Drive and Oak Grove Road. Ms. Woolard noted a recent fatality in the area and requested the City's assistance with addressing the problem.
Lloyd Rekstad, Yucaipa, stated his opposition to the hiring of Chris Mann as City Manager.
Roger Wall, Yucaipa, stated that he mailed a letter on January 5, 2023, regarding activity associated with an un-permitted, illegal motocross track located in the Oak Glen Creek watershed City Council Minutes Page I of 15
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10 basin. Mr. Wall stated that this track is adjacent to his backyard and is a public nuisance that needs to be removed. Mr. Wall referenced the local city ordinance that prohibits this activity and requested that the problem is addressed.
Patricia Wall, Yucaipa, stated that approximately three to ten junior high school and high school age boys spend hours in the watershed basin on a makeshift motocross track, on City property. 1\4s. Wall requested that the City address the excessive noise, trash, and illegal use of the area.
Teri Boon, Yucaipa, stated her opposition to the hiring of Chris Mann as City Manager and Steven Graham as City Attorney. Ms. Boon stated that residents want the Council to uphold the General Plan and expressed her opposition to recent decisions of the Council.
Jo Sutt, !• stated (on behalf of David Duron) his opposition to the recent decisions of the Council to hire Chris Mann as City Manager.
Jo Sutt, Yucaipa, expressed her opposition to the recent decisions of the Council.
Diane Smith, Yucaipa, requested that the Council consider establishing a memorial for Ray Casey and requested that it be agendized.
Matt Underwood, Yucaipa, stated his opposition to the hirin of Chris Mann as City Manager and 9 addressed questions to Councilmember Garner.
Hansen Wang, Yucaipa, stated his concerns with the recent decisions of the Council.
Stephen West, Yucaipa, stated he is alarmed by the proposed salary adjustments and the repeated attempts to change the rural living designation of the North Bench. Mr. West suggested that the starting salary of the new City Manager should be 1/3 less than that of the last City Manager until he has proven himself.
At this time Mayor Beaver took an opportunity to read a memorandum from Chris Mann into record pertaining to Section 7.4 (Separation) of the City Manager Employment Agreement By and Between The City of Yucaipa and Chris Mann, whereby Chris Mann waived the provisions of Section 7.4 of said Agreement for the first twelve months of employment (a copy of the memorandum is on file with the City Clerk's Office).
Colleen Wang, Yucaipa, stated her concerns with the recent decisions of the Council.
Stephanie Harlan, Yucaipa, questioned the recently approved employment contract of the City Manager.
Kathy Sellers, Yucaipa, stated her opposition to the recent decisions of the Council.
Sherry Todd, Yucaipa, stated (on behalf of Diane Smith) her concerns with the proposed salary adjustments and questioned the employment contract of the City Manager.
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11 Kevin Miskin, Yucaipa, stated his concerns with the proposed salary adjustments listed on Agenda Item No. 13 and questioned reasons for the proposed changes to executive staff positions.
Martha Glubka, Yucaipa, stated her concerns with the recent decisions of the Council.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Beaver asked if there were any Consent Agenda items to be removed for discussion. No items were removed for discussion.
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RECOMMENDATION: That City Council approve Special City Council Minutes of January 23, 2023.
2. SUBJECT: APPROVE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF JANUARY 23, 2023
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council approve Regular City Council Minutes of January 23, 2023.
3. SUI—BJECT: EXTENDING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY DUE TO THE COVID- 19 PANDEMIC IMPACT ON THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES SYSTEM
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council review the need to continue the local emergency, thereby recognizing the continued existence of perilous conditions as a result of the COVID- 19 Pandemic impact on the Emergency Medical Services system. 101. SUBJ—ECT: EXTENDING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY DUE TO THE 2022 SEPTEMBER STORM EVENT
R-ECOMMENDATION: That City Council review the need to continue the local emergency, thereby recognizing the continued existence of perilous conditions as a result of the 2022 September Storm Event, and direct staff as deemed appropriate.
5. SEW—ECT- SG OPAL INC (CASE NO. 21-026/CUP/DA); A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE PHASED DEVELOPMENT OF A COMMERCIAL CENTER THAT INCLUDES A FUEL STATION WITH A 9,000
SQUARE FOOT BUILDING THAT INCLUDES A CONVENIENCE STORE, QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANT, AND OFFICE SPACE, FUEL CANOPY WITH 16 FUEL DISPENSERS AND AN EXPRESS CARWASH, AND A 66-ROOM HOTEL WITH A ROOFTOP BAR AND RESTAURANT; LOCATED AT 32788 OAK GLEN RD; APN:
0301-174-07
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12 a California Corporation, to enable the development of a 66-room hotel, and fuel station/retail store project.
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RECOMMENDATION: That City Council receive and file the Monthly Treasurer's Report for December 2022.
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council:
1. Award and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract, and the City Manager or his designee to administer the terms of the contract with Hartzog & Crabill of Tustin, California, in the not -to -exceed amount of $175 000 for providing On -Call Professional Transportation and Traffic Engineering Services for FY2022/2023 and FY2023/2024; and
2. Award and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract, and the City Manager or his designee to administer the terms of the contract with Fehr & Peers of Riverside, California, in the not -to -exceed amount of $ 100,000 for providing On -Call Professional Transportation and Traffic Engineering Services for FY2022/2023 and FY2023/2024; and
3. Award and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract, and the City Manager or hiM designee to administer the terms of the contract with Michael Baker International• Ontario, California, in the not -to -exceed amount of $45,000 for providing On-C Professional Transportation and Traffic Engineering Services for FY2022/2023 a FY2023/2024,
8. SUBJ—ECT- AWARD OF CONTRACTS — ON -CALL PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICAL
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1. Award and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract, and the City Manager or designee to administer the terms of the contract with jCA Engineering of Yucaipa, California in the not -to -exceed amount of $120,000 for providing On -Call Professional Electrical Engineering Desi n Services for FY2022/2023 and FY2023/2024; and 9 2. Award and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract, and the City Manager or his designee to administer the terms of the contract with Design West Engineering of San Bernardino, California in the not -to -exceed amount of $60,000 for providing On -Call Professional Electrical Engineering Design Services for FY2022/2023 and FY2023/2024.
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COMMENDATION: That City Council consider the appointments of James Jetton and Hansen Wang to the Healthy Yucaipa Committee.
James Jetton, Yucaipa, stated that he has lived in Yucaipa and Calimesa forover t years • t wishes to give back to his community.•' provided background information znd thanked the City Council for the opportunity.
Hansen Wang, Yucaipa, stated that he will work very hard to help the city achieve the goal *f becoming blue city.
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14 RECOMMENDATION: That City Council appoint a Student Member to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
DISCUSSION: Director of Community Services Wolfe presented the Agenda Report.
Isaiah Milian, Yucaipa, thanked the City Council for the opportunity to serve the community as the student member on the Parks and Recreation Commission, A-CTION: MOTION BY MAYOR BEAVER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER THORP, CARRIED 4-0-1-0 (MAYOR PRO TEM DUNCAN ABSENT), TO
APPOINT ISAIAH MILIAN AS THE STUDENT MEMBER TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION.
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RECOMMENDATION: That City Council:
1. Receive and file the Wrap-up report for the 2022 Ice Rink; and
2. Provide direction to staff regarding the 2023 Ice Rink.
DISCUSSION: Director of Community Services Wolfe presented the Agenda Report.
After Council discussion, the following Motion was made:
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City Council adjourned at 7:30 p.m. City Council reconvened at 7:37 p.m.
13. SUBJECT- GENERAL FUND BUDGET ADJUSTMENT/SALARY SCHEDULE
AMENDMENT
1. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Annual Budget for Salary and Benefits; and
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15 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-02, amending Resolution No. 2022-63, amending the Management, Supervisory and Confidential Salary, Benefit and Classification Plan effective with the pay period beginning on February 25, 2023. a. Creating one (1) additional position of Assistant City Manager (Per Contract); and
b. Revising salary range for current Assistant City Manager position to "Per Contract"; and
c. Revising salary for City Manager position to "Per Contract"; and d. Creating one (1) position of Director of General Services/City Clerk, Salary Range 57 ($149,352-$186,520); and
e. Creating one (1) position of Director of Governmental Affairs/Public Information Officer, Salary Range 57 ($149,352-$186,520); and f. Reallocating the position of Public Information Officer/Grants Coordinator (Confidential), Salary Range 29 ($74,807-$93,423) to Management Analyst (Confidential), Salary Range 29 ($74,807-$93,423); and
g. Reallocating the position of City Clerk/Deputy Rent Administrator, Salary Range 39 ($95,759-$119,590) to Deputy City Clerk/Deputy Rent Administrator/Records Technician (Confidential), Salary Range 39 ($95,759-$119,590); and
h. Eliminating one (1) position of Deputy City Clerk/Records Technician (Confidential), Salary Range 28 ($72,982-$91,145).
DISCUSSION: Acting City Manager Crawford and Director of Finance White presented the Agenda Report.
Diane Smith, Yucaipa, stated her opposition to Item No. 13 in its entirety and urged the Council to vote no on the item.
Kristine Mohler, Yucaipa, stated her opposition to Item No. 13 and urged the Council to vote no.
Hansen Wang, Yucaipa, asked for transparency pertaining the hiring of new City employees.
Donna Snodgrass, Yucaipa, questioned sections of the Staff Report pertaining to a position elimination and reallocations and provided clarification to the proposed salary for the Assistant City Manager and the City Manager's salary.
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16 Denise Work, Yucaipa, stated that the new proposed positions haven't been discussed at a publicly noticed meeting prior to this evening and reminded Council of the requirements of the Brown Act.
Kathy Sellers, Yucaipa; stated her opposition to the proposed salary schedule amendment.
Bob Hunter, Yucaipa, requested clarification on language in the Staff Report that pertains to the rationale behind the proposed salary amendments.
After Council discussion, the following Motion was made:
14. SUBJECT: ACCEPTANCE OF WORK — WILSON III BASIN PROJECT PHASE Irl", IMPROVEMENTS —PROJECT NO. 10879 1
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1. Accept the contract and extension work completed by LB3 Enterprises Inc. of Lakeside CA, in the revised amount of $1,584,934.84 for the Wilson III Basin Phase 113 • ;' - Project No.l • a •
3. Authorize the recordation of the revised Notice of Completion for the Project. ♦ • • • a • • • .•-
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1. Award and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract in the amount of $38,500 with NR Development, of Downey, ♦ for the Demolitionof - Structure at 33994 City Council Minutes Page 8 of 15
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17 Avenue E — Project No. 11150; and
P— Approve the amount of $7,500 for construction contract contingency and the amount of— $4,000 for construction contract adIfflimstration, testing and inspection, for a total construction budget in the amount of $50,000; and
3. Find that the construction of the Demolition of Theatre Structure at 33994 Avenue E — Project No. 11150 is Categorically Exempt pursuant to a Class 1 Categorical Exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (1); and
4. Direct staff to file a Notice of Exemption.
DISCUSSION: Director of Development Services/City Engineer Preciado presented the Agenda Report.
ACIIQN- MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER VENABLE, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER THORP, CARRIED 4-0-1-0 (MAYOR PRO TEM DUNCAN ABSENT), TO APPROVE STAFF RECOMMENDATION.
16. SUBJECT- AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT - CITY YARD UNDERGROUND UTILITY INSTALLATION — PROJECT NO. it 182
1. Award and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract in the amount of $463,570.87 with MCC Equipment Rentals, Inc. of Yucaipa, California, for the City Yard Underground Utility Installation — Project No. 11182 (Utility Project); and
2. Authorize a contract contingency in the amount of $46,000 and the amount of $23,000 for construction contract administration, survey, testing and inspection for a total construction budget of $532,570.87; and
3. Authorize the Acting City Manager, or his/her designee, to administer the terins of the contract; and
4i Approve the Plans and Specifications prepared for this Project; and
5. Approve and accept a utility easement in favor of the City on Wildwood Calvary Church (WCC) property to accommodate the construction and maintenance of utility service connections for the New City Yard; and
6. Approve and accept a drainage easement in favor of the City on WCC property for access and maintenance of the drainage facilities located on WCC property; and
7. Determine that the Utility Project is within the scope of the Environmental Impact Report prepared for the Oak Glen Creek Specific Plan Project.
DISCUSSION- Assistant City Engineer Kern presented the Agenda Report.
A—CTION: MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER VENABLE, SECOND BY MAYOR BEAVER, CARRIED 4-0-1-0 (MAYOR PRO TEM DUNCAN ABSENT), TO APPROVE STAFF RECOMMENDATION.
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18 17. _S4BJECT: ON -CALL PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW SERVICES
FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council provide direction to staff regarding the use of on -call consultants for Professional Environmental Review Services related to the entitlement of private land development projects.
DISCUSSION: Director of Development Services/City Engineer Preciado presented the Agenda Report.
Travis Heaps, representative of Premium Land Development, summarized his employment with the City as it relates to staffing issues and on -call consultant services and requested that the City return to preparing CEQA documents in-house.
Craig Heaps, representative of Premium Land Development, stated that the cost to developers for on -call consultant services is stalling local development and requested that Council consider holding this item until he is able to meet with the Director of Development Services/City Engineer.
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1. Accept the grant funding award in the amount of $54,000 from the State of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for the development of a Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP),- and
2. Authorize an amendment to the FY22/23 Annual Operating Budget to increase the revenue budget in the Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund 225 by $54,000; and
4. Authorize a transfer in the amount of $6,000 from the Pavement Management Program (PMP) Local Match for State/Federal Grant funds to the Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund 225 to cover the grant's local match requirement; and
5. Award and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract in the amount of $52,460 with KO of Monterey Park, California, for the Preparation of a Local Roadway and Safety P11 and
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19 DISCUSSION- and PublicWorks,
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APr 9. SUBJECT: PREMIUM LAND DEVELOPMENT. (CASE NO. 22- 121/APP/GPA/LUCR): A MODIFIED PROJECT PROPOSAL FOLLOWING THE PEAL ♦ NO 1 "' NOW i OF ''
PLAN AMENDMENT (ORDINANCE NO. 412) TO CHANGE THE LAND USE DISTRICT FROM1RESIDENTIAL), (HIGH DENSITY
MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL) AND A LAND USE COMPLIANCEREVIEW TO PERMIT A PRIVATELY GATED 172-UNIT TWO-STORY MULTI -FAMILY APARTMENT
PROJECT INCLUDES AFFORDABILITY PROVISION
THROUGHEXECUTED DENSITY BONUS AGREEMENT ON .•
TOTALING 8.39 ACRES. — THE INITIAL PROJECT REVIEWED BY PLANNING COMMISSION ® CITY COUNCILPRIVATELY GATED 11
THREE-STORY MULTI -FAMILY APARTMENT PROJECT; LOCATED BETWEEN 3RD STREET TO THE WEST AND DSTREET TO THE EAST,APPROXIMATELY NORTH375 FEET OF COUNTY LINE ROAD.• LOT MERGER WILL ALSO BE PROCESSED TO CONSOLIDATE ALL iUR PARCELS INTO A SINGLE LOT.. • 0 a' °'
RECOMMENDATION- That City C• • a Public a conPlanning Commission's recommendation to- sider
1 Adopt Resolution Na 1 approving •r General Plan Amendment/ La a ChangeUse District
foot minimum to the land use designation of R ' (High Density Multiple Residential); and
2. Approve a by only, -.• by of Ordinance • 412,
amending Ordinance ''3, amending the Official Land Use Plan and Zoning Ordinance adopted by the City of Ma. and
3. Approve the Density Bonus Agreement Request and Land Use Compliance Revie (Case No. 22-121), subject to the Conditions of Approval as contained in this Agenji, R' • and
5. Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, finding the mitigation measures and standard measures and procedures will reduce the potential level of environmental impact to less than significant; and City Council Minutes Page 11 of 15
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6. Direct staff to file a Notice of Determination; and,
7. Review, and if it is considered acceptable, approve the architectural design and conceptual landscaping for the proposed Project.
Councilmember Thorp recused himself due to a potential conflict of interest.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Beaver opened the Public Hearing Item No. 19. Director of Development Services/City Engineer Preciado presented the Agenda Report.
Applicant/Owner, Ivano Stamegna, thanked the Council for the opportunity to present the project and offered a summary of the project revisions in response to concerns from the community.
Public Comment
Daniel Morgan, Yucaipa, expressed his concern that neighbors adjacent to the proposed development are heard and considered prior to approval.
Kevin Miskin, • recommended that Ray Casey is considered as a consultant for Item No. 13. Mr. Miskin also stated that the General Plan is a forward -looking document that 0 maximum.
Thomas Murphy, Yucaipa, suggested that the applicant follow the rules and build according to the established zoning.
Matt Underwood, Yucaipa, expressed his concerns with the proposed project and stated his opposition.
Kristine Mohler, Yucaipa, questioned why the City is entertaining projects far exceeding the limits of the General Plan and stated that the City Council has a responsibility to affected residents in the area and to uphold the General Plan.
Unknown, spoke on behalf of Colleen Wang, stated that City needs to look at what is good for the citizens of the community. Ms. Wang stated that several residents have expressed their concerns with anticipated stress to local infrastructure, the community, and the school and further stated that there is no problem with the RHNA requirements. Ms. Wang urged the Council to begin negotiations at the General Plan.
Arthur Walter, Yucaipa, stated that the problem with this project is the high density.
Gabreiele Allen, Yucaipa, stated that she has lived in the area for approximately 15 years and stated her opposition to General Plan amendments. Ms. Allen questioned the timing involved with conducting a traffic study for the project.
Kathy Sellers, Yucaipa, stated that the project proposed still far exceeds the parameters set forth by the General Plan. Ms. Sellers stated that the increased units will increase crime City Council Minutes Page 12 of 15
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21 rates, traffic congestion, and have a deleterious impact on the surrounding area, including Calimesa Elementary School.
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After Council discussion, the following Motion was made:
ACTION- MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER VENABLE, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, FAILED 2-1-2-0 (MAYOR PRO TEM DUNCAN
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RECOMMENDATION.
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RECOMMENDATION: That City Council conduct a public hearing and prioritize eligible project proposals for submission to the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors for Community DeveloDment Block Grant fundinR consideration.
DISCESSION: Mayor Beaver opened the Public Hearing Item No. 20. Director of Finance White presented the Agenda Report.
Robin Howley, Regional Branch Manager for the Yucaipa Library, expressed her appreciation for Council's support of the Library's literacy programs in the past. Ms. Howley provided information pertaining to the programs offered by the Yucaipa Branch Library an4 thanked the Council for support ongoing.
Megan Wolfe, Director of Community Services, spoke on behalf of the City's application for programming within the Community Services Department.
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After Council discussion, the following Motion was made:
ACTION: MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER VENABLE, CARRIED 4-0-1-0 (MAYOR PRO TEUNCAN ABSENT), TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC SERVICE ALLOCATIONS:
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2023-24 Capital Project Proposals
Amount
Page
Project Description
requested for
Allocated
2023-24
Yucaipa Scherer Senior Center renovations
740
to flooring, roofing, storage rooms and the
$203,951
$203,951
work room located in the Nutrition Center
wing of the facility.
Total Capital Project Proposals
$203,951
$203,951
Total Capital Project Allocation Available:
$203,951
Total Unallocated:
$0
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2023-2024 Public Service Proposals
Amount City
Amount
Amount
Page
Applicant
Council Allocated
Requested for
Allocated
in 2022-23
2023-24
710
San Bernardino County Library
$5,909.75
$10,000.00
$6,497.75
680
Boys & Girls Club of the San Gorgonio
$5,909.75
$20,000.00
$6,497.75
Pass
665
Family Service Association, Redlands
$7,500.00
$7,500.00
$6,497.75
(Case Management Program)
695
Partners Against Violence (formerly San
$5,909.75
$20,000.00
$6,497.75
Bernardino Sexual Assault Services)
725
City of Yucaipa
$15,000.00
$10,000.00
$10,000.00
Total Allocated to Public Service Proposals:
$35,991
Total Public Service Allocation Available:
$35,991
Total Unallocated:
$0
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Councilmember Thorp referred back to Diane Smith's recommendation to honor City Manager Ray Casey by naming the roundabout at California Street and Yucaipa Boulevard after him and requested the Council's Support in that effort.
Mayor Beaver agreed and requested the assistance of City staff to accomplish this recognition. [MgM01133 -14MIN,
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9.
Thomas Christian v. Kim Clarke, Et. Al., SB Sup. Court Case No. CIVDS2009824 The meeting adjourned. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be February 27, 2023 at 6:00 PM.
Justin Beaver, Mayor
Kimberly J. Metzler, City Clerk
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