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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/23/78 MINUTES RA MINUTES BAKERSFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY R,egular Meeting - May 23, 1978 The Regular Meeting of the Bakersfield Redevelopment Agency was called to order by Chairman Casper, Tuesday, May 23, 1978, at 4:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. The secretary called the roll as follows: PRESENT: Vincent Casper, Chairman Jeanne Foth Frank S. Lewis John S. Mooneyham Ralph H. Poehner, Vice Chairman ABSENT: Robert E. King Dr. Glenn D. Puder MINUTES STAFF: H. E. Bergen, Executive Director Dewey Sceales, Deputy Executive Director Philip Keimar, Treasurer Richard Oberholzer, Assistant City Attorney Alex Buechler, Plan Check Engineer, Building Department Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 25, 1978, and the Special Meeting of May 9, 1978, were approved as mailed. FINANCIAL a) Voucher Approval - On motion by Mr. Lewis, seconded by Mr. Poehner, Vouchers Nos. 53 and 54 (Voucher Register dated May 23, 1978) were approved for payment. b) Status 1978-79 Budget - Mr. Bergen reported due to uncertainties surround- ing Proposition 13, it would be more appropriate to consider the budget after June 6, 1978. c) Budget Amendment to Provide Parking Plan Fund - Mr. Kelmar advised funds were available in the fund balance, and needed to be appropriated. Following dis- cussion, Mr. Lewis moved, seconded by Ms. Foth, and carried, the Agency authorized amendment of the 1977-78 budget, appropriating $35,000 to fund the Downtown Parking Plan to be conducted by Quad Consultants. This action requires approval by the City Council. d) Audit Proposal - Mr- Kelmar noted receipt of a "proposal to audit" from Elmer Fox, Westheimer & Company. He stated their past performance, for both City and Agency, had been very satisfactory, and stated it would be economically favor- able to retain one firm, Following discussion, Ms. Foth moved the Agency retain Elmer Fox, Westheimer & Company to audit the financial statements of the Agency for the year ending June 30, 1978, in accordance with their letter of proposal dated April 24, 1978. The motion was seconded by Mr. Mooneyham, and carried. PROJECTS a) California Republic Bank Final Plans - Mr. Sceales explained that although the final plans for the office complex portion of this project had in essence been approved, it would be necessary to make it official. Following discussion, on motion by Ms. Foth, seconded by Mr. Poehner, and carried, the Final Plans for the Office Complex of the California Republic Bank Project were approved. b) Proposed Hotel Project Status - Mr. Bergen stated there was nothing new to report on this project; however, he noted that Mr. Eugene Jacobs, Agency Counsel (Los Angeles), would not be going to Washington, D. C. on a full-time basi~s at this time as earlier announced (at this time he may serve the government on a consulting basis), and he will be available to work with the Agency on its projects. Mr. Bergen stated Mr. Jacobs plans to attend the next regular Agency meeting to report on the status of this project. c) Plaza Completion - Mr. Bergen announced that Plaza construction is now complete. GENERAL a) Design Review Board Recommendations - Mr. Buechler presented drawings and photographs, and the Board's recommendations, in each of the following cases: 1) 2) 3) Paint Puddle Siqns - Following discussion, on motion by Ms. Foth, seconded by Mr. Lewis, and carried, the Agency approved the variance in Mr. Hough's pcoposed signage for his building located on Chester Avenue between 19th and 20th Streets, as submitted. Bargain City Clothing Sign - Following' discussion, on motion by Mr. Mooneyham, seconded by Mr. Poehner, and carried, the Agency approved the plans for Mr. Shin's building at 19th and "K" Streets, as submitted. Chester Avenue Paint & Body Shop Signs - Following discussion, on motion by Ms. Foth, seconded by Mr. Lewis, and carried, the Agency approved the Board's recommendation that Mr. Cline be allowed 30 days to bring all signs into conformance with Design for Development standards by removing the painted signs on the north side of his building on Chester Avenue between 23rd and 24th Streets. 4) A. B. Dick Company Remodel Plans - Following discussion, on motion by Mr. Lewis, seconded by Mr. Mooneyham, and carried, the Agency approved the proposed improvement plans, as presented. Location is at 18th and "M" Streets. 5) 'Medical Pharmacy Building - Following discussion, on motion by Mr. Lewis seconded by Mr. Mooneyham, and carried, the Agency approved the basic structure and site plans for this new one-story building to be located at 1915 - 17th Street, as presented. 6) Proposed Amendment to Design for Development Standards - Mr. Buechler passed out copies of a proposed.amendment clarifying signage allowable per front foot of building occupancy, and defining the "area of a sign." Mr. Buechler stated the Board considered this amendment necessary to faciI~tate interpretation of the Standards for signs. Following dis- cussion, on motion by Ms. Foth, seconded by Mr. Mooneyham, and carried, the Agency approved the amendment as presented. b) Assignr~nt of Treasurer's Duties - Mr. Bergen reported that Mr. Kelmar had been assigned the responsibilities in the Charter of auditor-controller, and therefore is Treasurer of the Agency, filling the vacancy caused by the death of Mr. Denny Haynes. c) Correspondence Re Fall-Out Shelters - Mr. Sceales apprised the Agency of receipt of a letter dated May 3, 1978, from the Kern County Office of Emergency Services regarding concern over demolition of older buildings, with basements which were licensed fall-out shelters; and the fact that "...subsequent new structures constructed in place thereof fail to consider rebuilding with basements." Mr. Sceales stated the City could only encourage the replacement of basements, however, could in no way make it mandatory. He recommended the Agency accept the letter, and place on file. The Agency concurred. d) Mr. Kirby BIodget - Mr. Blodget was present in the audience, and requested permission to address the Agency. He passed out copies of a proposal for a "Truxtun Professional Building," which was presented orally at the Agency's meeting of April 25, 1978. Mr. Blodget, agent for Mr. Peter P. Mosesian (attorney-developer), stated he planned to attend the next Agency meeting, and would be available to answer any questions regarding his cl~ent's proposal. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before ~he Bakersfield Redevelop- ment Agency, Chairman Casper adjourned the meeting at 5/l~.m. .,~~~.~_/-~/x~ ~Bakersfiel ct'~Redevel~p~ Agency ~ ~fN~F~/~'R, Chai~ma_~/ ~ Bernice E. Stewart, Secretary to the Redevelopment Agency