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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/23/79 MINUTES RA MINUTES BAKERSFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AGFNCY Regular Meeting-October 23, 1979 The Regular Meeting of the Bakersfield Redevelopment Agency was called to order by Chairman Casper Tuesday, October 23, 1979 at 4 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. The secretary called the roll as follows: MEMBERS PRESENT: Vincent Casper, Chairman Jeanne Foth Frank S. Lewis (Arrvd. 4:40 p.m.) 3ohn S. Mooneyham Ralph H. Poehner, Vice Chairman Dr. Glenn D. Puder ABSENT: Robert E. King STAFF PRESENT: M. A. Tooker, Development Services Coordinator Richard Oberholzer, Assistant City Attorney Philip Kelmar, Treasurer Jim Gilchrist, Community Development & Housing Coordinator David Kennon, Principal Planner Calvin Bidwell, Building Director OTHERS PRESENT: Edward A. Holden, A.I.C.P. Lowell Patt, Leslie Graves Development Company Chris Brewer, Historical Consultant MINUTES Minutes of the Joint Meeting and Workshop, September 26, 1979, were approved as mailed. FINANCIAL a) Voucher Approval - On motion by Ms. Foth, seconded by Mr. Mooneyham, and carried, Vouchers Nos. 21 through 32 (Voucher Register dated October 23, 1979), totaling $8,351.71, were approved for payment. b) Selection of Bond Consultant - Mr. Kelmar, Agency Treasurer, requested Agency approval to send out a letter for proposals from bond consulting firms in connection with lease revenue bond issue for the proposed shopping center project. When replies are received, he will meet with the best of those replying; then will return to the Agency with information to help facilitate their selection. Chairman Casper stated it was the consensus of the group that Mr. Kelmar should proceed as outlined. c) Petty Cash Fund - Mr, Tooker explained the need for immediate avail- ability of small amounts of cash from time to time, for such things as postage, Greyhound Bus delivery of "rush" materials from Agency legal counsel in Los Angeles, etc. Following discussion, Dr. Puder moved a Petty Cash Fund in the amount of $25 be established, and that staff be authorized to reimburse the fund as necessary. The motion was seconded by Ms. Foth, and carried. PROJECTS a) California Republic Bank: l) Certificate of Completion - Mr. Oberholzer noted a letter from Guay & Danielson dated October 15, 1979 requested that in accordance with the Participation and Development Agreement (RA8-77), that the Agency furnish them with a Certificate of Completion. It was Mr. Oberholzer's recommendation that the Agency authorize the Chairman to issue a Certificate of Completion when staff determines that the conditions of the Agreement have been met, and upon the terms the staff deems appropriate to protect the interests of the Agency and the City. Ms. Foth so moved, seconded by Mr, Poehner, and the motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Casper, Foth, Mooneyham, Poehner and Casper None Lewis and King Approval of Signage - Mr. Bidwell reported on proposed signage for the California Republic Bank Building. At the first elevation, First American Title Company requested approval for a s~gn (east side) which is within the Agency Standards; and the Bank requested approval for four signs at the highest elevation (4-stories) on all sides of the structure. The Bank's signs are larger than the allowable, but Mr. Bidwell explained that Agency Standards were adopted basically with one to two-story buildings in mind. He stated that the letters would be four feet high, but would fit the structure. Following discussion, on motion by Ms. Foth, seconded by Mr. Poehner, and carried, the Agency approved First American Title Company's signage as presented. Following discussion, Ms. Foth moved the Agency grant a variance of Agency Standards and approve California Republic Bank's signage as presented. Mr. Poehner seconded the motion, which carried. b) Shopping Center: 1) Public Hearing on Draft E.I.R. - Mr. Tooker reviewed the sequence of events so far, and the schedule of actions remaining in the preparation of the D.E.I.R. for the Proposed Third Amendment to the Amended Redevelopment Plan for the Downtown Bakersfield Redevelopment Project. Chairman Casper stated, "The purpose of the Public Hearing is to receive comments, both verbal and written, concerning the Draft Environ- mental Impact Report for the Downtown Bakersfield Redevelopment Project and Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan, and all comments to be received at this time should be related only to the Draft Environmental Document as it relates to environmental issues." He then declared the Public Hearing open, and asked if there were any persons present who wished to comment on the D.E.I.R. There was no response, so he repeated the question. Chairman Casper recognized Mr. Chris Brewer who stated he was an Historical Consultant, representing himself, and although he had submitted a written response, he would like to state that it was not complete, and would suggest further investigation be made into the historical aspects. Chairman Casper asked if he had any additional information he wanted to add at this time. Mr. Brewer responded, "No, all I wanted to say is that my written report was not complete." There being no further requests to comment, Chairman Casper declared the Public Hearing closed, and asked if any Agency member wished to comment. Agency Member FRANK LEWIS arrived at this time (4:40 p.m.). Members' questions were answered by Mr. Holden whose firm prepared the D.E.I.R. Mr. Tooker stated that all written comments would be answered. Mr. Holden stated that all comments received were mitigable, and that his staff would prepare the final document which will be placed on the Agenda of the Special Meeting scheduled for November, 6, 1979, at which time it will be forwarded to the City Council for their consideration. 2) Submission of Proposed Third Amendment to Planning Commission - Fol- lowing discussion, on motion by Ms. Foth, seconded by Mr. Lewis, Resolution No. RA5-79, "A RESOLUTION OF THE BAKERSFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY RECEIVING PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE AMENDED REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE DOWNTOWN BAKERSFIELD REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING TRANSMITTAL TO THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION," was adopted by the fol- lowing roll call vote: AYES: Casper, NOES: None ABSENT: King ABSTAIN: Poehner Foth, Lewis, Mooneyham and Puder (Has business interest in area.) 3) Replacement Housing Plan - Mr. Tooker explained that this Plan was being distributed to members today for review, and would be on the Agenda for action at the Special Meeting scheduled for November 6, 1979. He stated it also would be discussed, among other things, at a meeting planned for Monday, November 5, 1979 at 7:00 p.m. in the Y.M.C.A. Building, to which residents, property owners, tenants, business owners and others within the boundaries of areas to be added and the proposed shopping center boundary would be invited. Dr. Puder suggested staff advise the City Councilmen and Planning Commissioners of the meeting. Chairman Casper directed the secretary to call Agency members in advance of this Public Meeting. c) Downtown Parking - Mr. Oberholzer reported he had just received the appraisals on the Sill and Hoenshell properties, but had not had time to review them. d) Housing Proposal - Mr. Lowell Part of Leslie Graves Development Company presented a proposal from his Company for an 80-unit condominium complex. His proposal was for a location between 18th and 19th Streets, south of Centrat Park, outside the Redevelopment Project Area boundaries~ Mr. Patt reviewed his Company's past performance and financial back- ground, and stated they were willing to meet and discuss the Agency's needs for replacement housing and consider alternatives. Following discussion, Ms. Foth proposed this be placed on the Agenda for consideration at the Regular November Meeting. Agency members concurred. GENERAL a) N.A.H.R.O. Annual Fall Workshop - Mr. Casper apprised members of this workshop scheduled for November 10-13, 1979 in San Jose, and advised members to contact the secretary for reservations if interested. b) League of California Cities Meeting - Mr. Tooker noted this meeting scheduled for November 13, 1979 at the Quality Inn near the LAX Airport, is for the purpose of discussing effective legislative representation in Sacramento for California Community Redevelopment Agencies. He advised members to contact the secretary for reservations if interested. c) Special Meetin. g - Chairman Casper stated there was a need for a Special Meeting to be held Tuesday, November 6, 1979 at 4 p.m. in the City Council Chamber for the purpose of taking actions necessary in the Downtown Redevelopment Projects. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Agency, Chairman Casper adjourned the meeting at 5:30 p.m. ~ VJJ~_I~T -C~SP~R, Ch, airman Bakersfield R~'de.y//elopment ~e~ncy Bernice E. Stewart, Secretary to the Bakersfield Redevelopment Agency