Highland public meetings in 2023

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will conduct a closed session regarding public employment. The discussion involves the positions of City Manager and Interim City Manager.

• Public Employment: City Manager
• Public Employment: Interim City Manager

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will meet to review the minutes from the November 7, 2023, meeting. The subcommittee will also consider approving the Esri Small Municipal and County Government Enterprise Agreement for software licensing access.

• Approval of November 7, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review and approval of the Esri Small Municipal and County Government Enterprise Agreement (SGEA)

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Highland Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review and vote on a recommendation to approve a three-year agreement with Esri for geographic information system software licenses totaling $83,550. The subcommittee will also approve the minutes from its November 7, 2023 meeting. The proposed contract would provide city departments and contractors access to ArcGIS mapping tools used for operational tasks that maintain local infrastructure and public services.

• Approve November 7, 2023 subcommittee meeting minutes
• Review three-year $83,550 Esri Small Municipal and County Government Enterprise Agreement for GIS software licenses
• Previous meeting approved Willdan Engineering design services for the Greenspot Road Median and Parkway Improvements Project (Project No. str23002)

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for December 19, 2023, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The next regularly scheduled meeting is January 5, 2024.

• Cancellation of the December 19, 2023, Planning Commission meeting

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss real property negotiations and anticipated litigation. The council is scheduled to provide instructions to a negotiator regarding a specific property.

• Property negotiation for 26377 9th Street, Highland, California (APN 1192-161-21)
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

City Council

The City Council will meet to select a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for the 2023/24 term. The agenda also includes contract renewals for concrete maintenance and traffic striping, as well as a bid award for pedestrian signal upgrades.

• Appointment of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for 2023/24
• Contract renewal for Citywide Concrete Maintenance with a 3% unit price increase
• Bid award to Econolite Systems, Inc. for $109,697.58 for pedestrian signal upgrades
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 760 totaling $2,056,979.03
• Fee waiver of approximately $24,034.28 for the Redlands Bicycle Classic

City Council

The Highland City Council meeting includes the appointment of a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for the 2023/24 term. The agenda also features contract renewals for concrete maintenance and traffic striping, along with a bid award for pedestrian signal upgrades. Additionally, the council will consider a fee waiver for the Redlands Bicycle Classic.

• Appointment of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for 2023/24
• Contract renewal for citywide concrete maintenance with a 3% price increase
• Bid award of $109,697.58 to Econolite Systems, Inc. for pedestrian signal upgrades
• Fee waiver of approximately $24,034.28 for the Redlands Bicycle Classic
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 760 totaling $2,056,979.03

Public Works Subcommittee

The Public Works Subcommittee will meet to approve the minutes from the June 28, 2023 meeting. The body will also consider a recommendation to release bonds for Tract 18013 at Monte Vista Homes following completed improvements.

• Approval of June 28, 2023 Meeting minutes
• Bond release for Tract 18013 Monte Vista Homes

Public Works Subcommittee

The Public Works Subcommittee will consider approving the June 28, 2023 meeting minutes. The subcommittee will also review a recommendation to release bonds for Tract 18013 because required improvements are complete.

• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Bond release for Tract 18013 grading ($60,000)
• Bond release for Tract 18013 street and storm drain ($417,000)
• Bond release for Tract 18013 landscape maintenance district ($34,200)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to conduct business. The only listed business item is the review and approval of minutes from the June 13, 2023, special meeting.

• Approval of the June 13, 2023, Special Meeting minutes

Housing Authority

The Highland Housing Authority will meet to review and consider the approval of minutes from a special meeting held on June 13, 2023. This is the single business item listed on the agenda.

• Approval of June 13, 2023 Special Meeting minutes

Successor Agency

The Highland Successor Agency will hold a regular meeting to conduct agency business. The primary action item is the review and approval of minutes from the June 13, 2023, special meeting.

• Approval of the June 13, 2023, Special Meeting minutes

Successor Agency

The Highland Successor Agency will meet to consider approving the minutes from its June 13, 2023, special meeting. No other legislative items are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of June 13, 2023, Special Meeting minutes

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Board will discuss logistics for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival scheduled for 2024. The meeting also includes a status report on Certificate of Appropriateness Applications within the Highland Historic District.

• Logistics discussion for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Status update on Certificate of Appropriateness Applications in the Highland Historic District

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Board will discuss logistics for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival in 2024. Staff will also present a status report on Certificate of Appropriateness Applications for properties within the Highland Historic District.

• Logistics for the 26th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Status of Certificate of Appropriateness Applications for Highland Historic District

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the development of a speculative industrial warehouse building on an 11.33-acre site. The proposal includes requests for a height variance and the consolidation of twenty-four parcels into one. Staff recommends approval of the project's permits and design review.

• Development of a 243,323 square foot speculative industrial warehouse building
• Variance to increase maximum building height from 35 feet to 52.6 feet
• Consolidation of twenty-four parcels into one single parcel (TPM 23-003)
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 3 and October 17, 2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a proposal for a speculative industrial warehouse building on an 11.33-acre site. The application includes requests for a height variance and the consolidation of twenty-four parcels into one.

• Development of a 243,323 square foot industrial warehouse
• Variance to increase maximum building height from 35 feet to 52.6 feet
• Consolidation of twenty-four parcels into one single parcel (TPM 23-003)
• Approval of Design Review Application DRA-23-010

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for November 21, 2023, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum. The next regularly scheduled meeting is December 5, 2023.

• Cancellation of November 21, 2023, Planning Commission meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a second reading of an ordinance for Greenspot Village and a public hearing regarding a warehouse construction appeal. Additional business includes approving various city applications, design services, and a Planning Commission vacancy.

• Ordinance No. 462: Increase maximum dwelling units at Greenspot Village from 946 to 1,218
• Warrant Register No. 759: $4,198,470.76 and Payroll of $354,483.26
• Engineering design services for 5th Street, Greenspot Road, and Orange Street pavement rehabilitation
• Mills Act Tax Adjustment Program application for 27225 Nona Avenue
• Appeal regarding a 53,665 square foot warehouse construction by Patriot 5th and Central LLC

City Council

The City Council will review a second reading for the Greenspot Village and Marketplace specific plan revision. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding an appeal of a warehouse construction permit and several consent calendar items.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 462 to increase maximum dwelling units from 946 to 1,218 at Greenspot Village and Marketplace
• Public hearing for an appeal regarding a 53,665 square foot warehouse construction project by Patriot 5th and Central LLC
• Approval of design services proposal for 5th Street, Greenspot Road, and Orange Street pavement rehabilitation
• Warrant Register No. 759 totaling $4,198,470.76 and payroll of $354,483.26
• Mills Act Tax Adjustment Program application for 27225 Nona Avenue

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review Willdan Engineering's design services proposal for the Greenspot Road Median and Parkway Improvements Project. Members will also review annual financial audit reports and development fee reports to recommend them to the City Council.

• Design Services Proposal for Greenspot Road Median and Parkway Improvements Project
• 2022/2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and audit documents
• 2022/2023 Annual AB1600 Development Impact Fees Report
• 2022/2023 Annual Developer In-Lieu Fees Report

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review a design services proposal for the Greenspot Road Median and Parkway Improvements Project. Members will also review several annual financial and development fee reports for City Council consideration.

• Design Services Proposal for Greenspot Road Median and Parkway Improvements (Project No. str23002)
• 2022/2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Single Audit Report
• Annual AB1600 Development Impact Fees Report 2022/2023
• Annual Developer In-Lieu Fees Report 2022/2023

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee received a presentation on the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2023. The auditor reported an unmodified opinion on the city's financial statements and compliance, noting no material weaknesses. Final reports are scheduled for issuance in early December.

• Unmodified (clean) opinion on Financial Statements
• Net Pension Liability of $5,855,448
• General Fund revenues exceeded expenditures by $6.2 million
• General Fund revenues exceeded budgeted revenues by $2.285 million
• General Fund expenditures were below budgeted expenditures by $2.985 million

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will consider an application for the Mills Act Tax Adjustment Program submitted by Sean and Alicia Cobb. The board will also review the minutes from the August 3, 2023, special meeting for approval.

• Mills Act Tax Adjustment Program application by Sean and Alicia Cobb
• Approval of minutes from the August 3, 2023, special meeting

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Board will consider a Mills Act Tax Adjustment Program application for 27225 Nona Avenue. Staff recommends that the Board recommend City Council approval of this agreement. The meeting also includes approving minutes from the August 3, 2023, special meeting.

• Mills Act Tax Adjustment Program application for 27225 Nona Avenue
• Approval of August 3, 2023, Special Meeting minutes

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will meet to approve the September 21, 2023 meeting minutes. Members will also review a Request for Proposals and consider awarding a Professional Services Agreement for City Manager recruitment services.

• Approval of September 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Request for Proposals (RFP) for City Manager Recruitment Services
• Awarding of Professional Services Agreement for City Manager recruitment

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review a Request for Proposals regarding City Manager recruitment. The body is scheduled to consider awarding a professional services agreement for these services.

• Review of Request for Proposals (RFP) for City Manager Recruitment Services
• Proposed award of Professional Services Agreement for City Manager recruitment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the development of a 160,951 square foot Costco Wholesale warehouse. The project includes a retail store, pharmacy, tire shop, and a 15-pump vehicle fueling station. The commission will consider design reviews, conditional use permits, and sign reviews for the site.

• Development of a ~160,951 square foot Costco Wholesale warehouse
• Construction of a 15-pump vehicle fueling station with 30 fueling positions
• Design Review Application (DRA 23-011)
• Conditional Use Permits (CUP 22-013 and CUP 23-012)
• Sign Review (ASR 23-003) for building mounted signs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a large-scale development by Costco Wholesale Corporation. The project includes a 160,951 square foot warehouse with retail services and a 15-pump vehicle fueling station.

• Development of ~160,951 sq ft wholesale warehouse and retail center (DRA 23-011)
• Conditional Use Permit for a 15-pump vehicle fueling station (CUP 22-013)
• Conditional Use Permit for a Type 21 Alcoholic Beverage Control license (CUP 23-012)
• Sign Review for building-mounted signage (ASR 23-003)

City Council

The City Council will review public hearings for a 220-unit apartment complex and the Greenspot Village & Marketplace Specific Plan. Additional items include a contract award for Highland City Hall roof work and the purchase of a new Command Post Vehicle.

• Public hearing for a 220-unit multi-family apartment complex on Sterling Avenue
• Public hearing for Greenspot Village & Marketplace Specific Plan revision
• Contract award for Highland City Hall roof top coat and coping: $207,075.00
• Purchase of a new Command Post Vehicle: $100,258.98
• Warrant Register No. 758: $3,297,175.13

City Council

The City Council will review public hearings for a 220-unit multi-family apartment complex and an amendment to the Greenspot Village & Marketplace Specific Plan. The agenda also includes contract approvals for city hall roof work, a new command post vehicle, and various municipal maintenance items.

• Public hearing for a 220-unit multi-family apartment complex on Sterling Avenue
• Public hearing for Greenspot Village & Marketplace Specific Plan revision to increase dwelling units
• Contract award for Highland City Hall roof top coat and coping for $207,075.00
• Purchase of a new Command Post Vehicle for $100,258.98
• Warrant Register No. 758 totaling $3,297,175.13

Public Facilities Subcommittee

The Public Facilities Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting. Members will also consider a recommendation to reduce turf within the YMCA parkway.

• Approval of March 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review and approval of turf reduction in the YMCA parkway

Public Facilities Subcommittee

The Public Facilities Subcommittee will review a proposal to reduce the amount of turf within the YMCA parkway. This reduction is intended to decrease water consumption and maintenance costs. The subcommittee will also consider approving the minutes from the March 14, 2023, meeting.

• Proposal to reduce turf in the YMCA parkway along Central Avenue and Hibiscus Street
• Approval of March 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an amendment to the design review application for Phase 1 of the Mediterra Planned Development. This includes adding two new floor plan options and removing single-story plans on non-corner lots for 52 homes. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding a public nuisance declaration.

• Design Review Application (DRA 21-007A) for Mediterra Planned Development
• Public hearing to declare and abate a public nuisance at 25541 Amanda St.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering an amendment to the Mediterra Planned Development regarding floor plan options for Phase 1. The proposal by D.R. Horton would add two new floor plan options and eliminate single-story plans on non-corner lots for the final 52 homes in this phase.

• Design Review Application (DRA 21-007A) for Mediterra Planned Development Phase 1
• Addition of two new floor plan options and elimination of single-story plans on non-corner lots
• Public hearing regarding a public nuisance at 25541 Amanda St., San Bernardino

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will meet to approve the minutes from the August 29, 2023 meeting. The subcommittee will also consider a request for proposals regarding City Manager recruitment and selection services.

• Approval of August 29, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Request for Proposals (RFP) for City Manager recruitment and selection services

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review a Request for Proposals (RFP) regarding executive recruitment and selection services. The city is seeking an agency to assist in locating a qualified candidate for the position of City Manager.

• Request for Proposals (RFP) for City Manager recruitment and selection services

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will review several development applications, including a 220-unit multi-family apartment complex on Sterling Avenue and a 53,665 square foot industrial warehouse. Other items include proposals for a vehicle tow yard and an auto repair facility expansion. The commission will also consider amendments to the Greenspot Village & Marketplace Specific Plan.

• 220-unit multi-family apartment complex on Sterling Avenue
• 53,665 square foot industrial warehouse on 5th Street
• Vehicle tow yard and office building at 24989 5th Street
• Expansion of auto repair facility at 27178 3rd Street
• Increase in dwelling units for Greenspot Village & Marketplace Specific Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider updates to the Development Impact Fee Calculation and Nexus Report. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding recruitment for a new City Manager.

• Warrant Register No. 757 totaling $4,270,897.95
• Amendment to Cooperative Agreement for the 3rd Street/5th Street Corridors Improvement Project involving a $1.7 million SB-1 grant
• Public hearing regarding Development Impact Fee Calculation and Nexus Report
• Measure I Five-Year Capital Project Needs Analysis for Fiscal Years 2024/25-2028/29
• Recruitment of a new City Manager

City Council

The City Council will consider updating the city's system of development impact fees and a Master Facilities Plan. Additionally, the council may discuss engaging a professional recruiting firm for a new City Manager.

• Development Impact Fee Calculation Nexus Report and Master Facilities Plan
• Amendment to Cooperative Agreement for 3rd Street/5th Street Corridors Improvement Project ($1.7 million SB-1 grant match)
• Agreement regarding use of local allocation of opioid settlement funds
• Warrant Register No. 757 totaling $4,270,897.95 and Payroll of $237,610.45
• Measure I Five-Year Capital Project Needs Analysis for Fiscal Years 2024/25-2028/29

The council approved its consent calendar unanimously (5‑0) and authorized several financial actions, including the $4,270,897.95 warrant register, payroll of $237,610.45, and year‑end budget adjustments for FY 2022/2023. It adopted a resolution supporting California Clean Air Day, approved an amendment that uses a $1.7 M SB‑1 grant as match for the 3rd/5th Street Corridors Improvement Project and authorized the mayor to sign it, and authorized the city manager to execute the opioid‑settlement‑funds agreement. The council rejected the Luis Carreto claim.

• Consent calendar approved (5‑0)
• Warrant Register No. 757 approved for $4,270,897.95 and payroll $237,610.45
• Year‑end budget adjustments for FY 2022/2023 approved
• Luis Carreto claim rejected
• Resolution 2023‑039 adopted to support California Clean Air Day (Oct 4 2023)
• Amendment to cooperative agreement approved; $1.7 M SB‑1 grant used as match; mayor authorized to sign
• City manager authorized to execute opioid settlement funds agreement
• Minutes from Aug 8 2023 approved

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request for a vehicle tow yard and office building at 24989 5th Street. Additionally, the commission will review a proposal for a 220-unit multi-family apartment complex located west of Sterling Avenue.

• Conditional Use Permit and Design Review for a 3,906 square foot office/workshop and vehicle tow yard at 24989 5th Street
• Development of a 220-unit, 4-story multi-family apartment complex west of Sterling Avenue, 250 feet north of 9th Street
• Lot Line Adjustment to create separate parcels for the Sterling Avenue multi-phase development
• Variance to allow a perimeter fence/wall up to 7.75 feet tall at the Sterling Avenue project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a proposal for a 220-unit multi-family apartment complex near Sterling Avenue. Additionally, the commission will review a request for a 3,906 square foot office/workshop and vehicle tow yard on 5th Street.

• 220-unit, 4-story multi-family apartment complex near Sterling Avenue
• 3,906 square foot office/workshop and vehicle tow yard at 24989 5th Street
• Lot line adjustment for the Sterling Avenue apartment project
• Variance for a perimeter fence/wall height increase for the Sterling Avenue project

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for September 5, 2023, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum. The next regularly scheduled meeting is September 19, 2023.

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will meet to review the June 28, 2023 meeting minutes. The body will also consider Fiscal Year 2022/2023 year-end budget adjustments for expenditures and revenues.

• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Fiscal Year 2022/2023 year-end budget adjustments for expenditures and revenues

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will meet to consider budget adjustments for expenditures and revenues from the 2022/2023 fiscal year. The committee will also review the minutes from the June 28, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of June 28, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Fiscal Year 2022/2023 year-end budget adjustments for expenditures and revenues

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee reviewed and recommended that the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Year-End Budget Adjustments for Expenditures/Revenues be sent to the City Council. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 28, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended FY 2022/2023 Year-End Budget Adjustments for Expenditures/Revenues be brought to City Council

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a revised application for a warehouse building. The proposal seeks to amend a previously approved plan to increase the building size to 154,876 square feet. The project includes 17 loading docks and 120 parking spaces.

• Revision of warehouse size from 146,670 to 154,876 square feet
• Proposed construction of 17 loading docks and 120 parking spaces
• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit (CUP 22-005A) and Design Review Application (DRA 22-011A)

Planning Commission

The commission is considering an amended Conditional Use Permit and Design Review application. The project involves constructing a 154,876 square foot warehouse building with 17 loading docks and 120 parking spaces. This proposal revises a plan originally approved on December 20, 2022.

• Amended Conditional Use Permit (CUP 22-005A) for warehouse construction
• Design Review Application (DRA 22-011A) for building and site improvements

The Planning Commission approved an amended Conditional Use Permit and Design Review Application for a warehouse building. The project increases the building size from the previously approved 146,670 square feet to 154,876 square feet.

• Approved amended Conditional Use Permit (CUP-22-005A) for 154,876 sq ft warehouse (3-0)
• Approved Design Review Application (DRA 22-011A) for site plan, elevations, grading, and landscape plan (3-0)
• Continued July 18, 2023 meeting minutes to September 5, 2023 meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council will consider the Measure I 15-Year Capital Improvement Plan and several project completions. A public hearing regarding development impact fee updates was continued to September 12, 2023. The council will also review the August warrant register.

• Warrant Register No. 756 totaling $4,025,104.28
• Notice of Completion for Emmerton Lane Trail Restoration & Improvement Project
• Notice of Completion for Lankershim Avenue at 9th Street Traffic Signal Improvements
• CDBG contract with Highland District Council on Aging, Inc. for senior programs
• Approval of the Measure I 15-Year Capital Improvement Plan (2023/2024 - 2027/2028)

City Council

The City Council will consider the Measure I 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for 2023 through 2028. A public hearing regarding development impact fees and facility plans is scheduled to be continued until September. The council will also review several completed infrastructure projects.

• Approval of Measure I 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (2023/2024–2027/2028)
• Contract with Highland District Council on Aging, Inc. for senior programs
• Completion of Emmerton Lane Trail Restoration & Improvement Project
• Completion of Lankershim Avenue at 9th Street Traffic Signal Improvements
• Warrant Register No. 756 totaling $4,025,104.28

The City Council approved a five-year expenditure strategy and resolution for the Measure I Capital Improvement Plan. Other actions included approving a senior services contract and declaring a Planning Commission vacancy. A public hearing regarding development impact fees was continued to September 12, 2023.

• Approved Measure I 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (2023/2024-2027/2028) (4-0)
• Approved CDBG contract with Highland District Council on Aging, Inc. (4-0)
• Declared one seat vacant on the Planning Commission (4-0)
• Approved Warrant Register No. 756 for $4,025,104.28 and Payroll of $238,462.86 (4-0)
• Accepted completion of Emmerton Lane Trail Restoration & Improvement Project (4-0)
• Accepted completion of Transit Stop Access and Pedestrian Improvements (Bid No. 2022-10) (4-0)
• Accepted completion of Lankershim Avenue at 9th Street Traffic Signal Improvements (4-0)
• Rejected claim by Cari McCormick v. CalPERS (4-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council continued a public hearing regarding the city's Development Impact Fee Report and Master Facilities Plan. The proposed actions include updating fee amounts for facilities such as law enforcement, fire suppression, and parks. The hearing is scheduled to resume on September 12, 2023.

• Resolution approving a Development Impact Fee Report (Nexus Study)
• Adoption of a Master Facilities Plan
• Updating and establishing development impact fee amounts
• Amending Park Land Acquisition and Park Facilities Development Fee
• Introduction of Ordinance updating the City's system of development impact fees

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Board will discuss logistics, budget analysis, and an event date for the 26th annual Citrus Harvest Festival in 2024. Additionally, staff will provide a status report on Certificate of Appropriateness Applications within the Highland Historic District.

• Selection of date and budget for the 26th annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Status update on Certificate of Appropriateness Applications in Highland Historic District
• Approval of minutes from the June 7, 2023, special meeting

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The board is discussing organizational details, including the date and budget, for the 26th annual Citrus Harvest Festival. Staff recommended a festival date of March 30, 2024. The meeting also includes a report on Certificate of Appropriateness applications in the Highland Historic District.

• Planning for the 26th annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Proposed festival date of March 30, 2024
• Review of a draft festival budget with $15,350 in estimated expenditures
• Status report on Certificate of Appropriateness applications in the Highland Historic District
• Approval of minutes from the June 7, 2023, special meeting

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board approved the dates for the 2024 Citrus Harvest Festival. Members also agreed to maintain current sponsorship amounts and discussed layout and programming changes for the event.

• Approved Citrus Harvest Festival dates for March 30, 2024, with a rain date of April 6, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved June 6, 2023 Special Meeting minutes as amended (3-0)
• Agreed to keep current sponsorship amounts for the festival

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Highland Planning Commission scheduled for August 1, 2023, was canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 15, 2023.

• Cancellation of the August 1, 2023, Planning Commission meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider design reviews for a drive-thru carwash and a 40-unit apartment complex. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from June and July 2023.

• Design Review for a 3,596 square-foot drive-thru carwash with 16 vacuum stations at Boulder Avenue and Greenspot Road
• Lot Line Adjustment to relocate the southern property boundary at Boulder Avenue and Greenspot Road
• Design Review for a 4-story, 40-unit apartment development north of Base Line, west of Victoria Ave

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider design review applications for a new drive-thru carwash and a 40-unit apartment development. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from June 20 and July 5, 2023.

• Design review for a 3,596 square-foot drive-thru carwash with 16 vacuum stations
• Lot line adjustment to relocate the southern property boundary at Boulder Avenue and Greenspot Road
• Design review for a 4-story, 40-unit apartment development north of Base Line near Victoria Ave
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 20 and July 5, 2023

The Commission approved the construction of a drive-thru car wash and a 40-unit multi-family residential development. Both projects were approved subject to specific conditions of approval and findings of fact.

• Approved Design Review Application (DRA 23-008) for a 3,596 sq ft drive-thru car wash with 16 vacuums (4-0)
• Approved Lot Line Adjustment (LLA 23-002) to relocate the southern property boundary for the car wash site (4-0)
• Approved Design Review Application (DRA 21-009) for 'Hacienda Apartments,' a 40-unit development (4-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 5, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a resolution to adjust the business tax on the extraction and processing of rock, sand, and gravel. The council will also consider a zoning change for seven parcels and an update to the 2023 Pavement Management Program.

• Zoning change (ZC 23-001) from Industrial to Business Park for seven parcels
• Business tax adjustment for rock, sand, and gravel extraction
• ERSC agreement amendment for Sycamore Drive Storm Drain project
• Pavement Management Program 2023 Update (Scenario 1-B)
• Warrant Register No. 755 totaling $6,381,870.33

City Council

The Highland City Council will consider a resolution to adjust the business tax on the extraction and processing of rock, sand, and gravel. The council also plans to review a zoning change for seven parcels from Industrial to Business Park use. Additionally, the agenda includes an update to the Pavement Management Program.

• Proposed adjustment to the business tax for rock, sand, and gravel extraction
• Second reading of zone change (ZC 23-001) for seven parcels from Industrial to Business Park
• Amendment to professional services agreement with ERSC for Sycamore Drive Storm Drain
• Approval of Pavement Management Program 2023 Update Scenario 1-B
• Warrant Register No. 755 totaling $6,381,870.33

The City Council approved a zoning change for seven parcels to allow for a fuel canopy, carwash, and convenience store. The council also adjusted the mining business tax and approved a five-year pavement management plan.

• Approved Ordinance No. 460 changing zoning of seven parcels from Industrial (I) to Business Park (BP) for a fuel canopy, carwash, and convenience store
• Approved Warrant Register No. 755 for $6,381,870.33 and Payroll of $210,969.15 (5-0)
• Rejected claim from Jehad Abujoudeh (5-0)
• Approved amendment to ERSC professional services agreement for Sycamore Drive Storm Drain (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-037 increasing mining business tax by 3.93% for FY 2023-2024 (5-0)
• Approved Scenario 1-B of the Pavement Management Program 2023 Update (5-0)
• Appointed Daniel Lowry to the Historic and Cultural Preservation Board (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a design review application for a self-storage facility on a 1.6 acre site. The application includes plans for building elevations, landscaping, and a site plan. Staff recommends that the commission approve the application.

• Design Review Application (DRA 23-005) for a 120,000 square foot self-storage facility
• Related entitlements including Conditional Use Permit (CUP 23-006) and Lot Line Adjustment (LLA 23-001)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing updated design plans for a self-storage facility on the south side of Greenspot Road. This item is a continuation from a previous meeting regarding building aesthetics and landscaping. The revised application includes new building elevations, additional landscaping, and adjusted parking dimensions.

• Design Review Application (DRA 23-005) for a 120,000 square foot self-storage facility
• Proposed site plan and landscape plan revisions on Greenspot Road
• Updated building elevations featuring geometric popouts and green accent panels

The Planning Commission approved the site plan, landscape plan, and building elevations for a self-storage facility on a 1.6-acre site. The project includes various unit sizes and modified parking stalls to ensure compliance.

• Approved Design Review Application (DRA 23-005) via Resolution No. 2023-029 (4-0)

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review the proposed 2023 Development Impact Fee (DIF) update. The subcommittee will also consider approving minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting. If approved, staff will be directed to present a finalized DIF report to the City Council on August 8, 2023.

• Review and approval of the 2023 Development Impact Fee (DIF) update
• Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review a proposed update to the 2023 Development Impact Fee (DIF) program. The proposal includes an average fee increase of 9.4% across six land use categories. If approved, staff will present the finalized report to the City Council on August 8, 2023.

• Proposed 9.4% average increase to Development Impact Fees
• New proposed fee of $32,790 for detached dwellings
• New proposed fee of $23,599 for attached dwellings
• Approval of June 13, 2023, meeting minutes

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee approved the proposed 2023 comprehensive Development Impact Fee (DIF) update. Staff were directed to finalize the report for presentation to the City Council on August 8, 2023.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved proposed 2023 comprehensive DIF update
• Directed staff to present completed DIF report to City Council on August 8, 2023

Public Works Subcommittee

The Public Works Subcommittee will consider approving project location maps for the 5-Year Pavement Management Program Scenario 1-B. The committee will also review minutes from the May 23, 2023 meeting. If approved, staff will be directed to present the report to the City Council on July 11, 2023.

• Review and approval of project location maps for the 5-Year Pavement Management Program Scenario 1-B
• Approval of May 23, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Works Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review and consider approving project location maps for the 5-Year Pavement Management Program (Scenario 1-B). This plan involves a $3.2 million annual budget to maintain the city's pavement condition index through fiscal year 2027/28. If approved, staff will present the full report to the City Council on July 11, 2023.

• Review of project location maps for Pavement Management Program Scenario 1-B
• $3.2 million annual budget allocation for pavement maintenance
• $16 million total funding over five years
• Approval of minutes from the May 23, 2023 meeting

The Public Works Subcommittee approved the project location maps for the Pavement Management Program (PMP) Scenario 1-B. Staff were directed to present the PMP report to the City Council on July 11, 2023.

• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved project location maps for Pavement Management Program Scenario 1-B
• Directed staff to present PMP report to City Council on July 11, 2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land use items, including a self-storage facility and a large warehouse. The meeting also includes the review of an alcohol license upgrade request that the applicant has withdrawn.

• Withdrawal of CUP 23-008 to upgrade ABC license for Airport Market at 24988 3% Street
• CUP 23-006 for a 120,000 square foot self-storage facility south of Greenspot Road
• DRA 23-005 and LLA 23-001 related to the Greenspot Road self-storage project
• DRA 22-022 for a 284,917 square foot warehouse at Palm Avenue and Meines Street
• TPM 22-011 to merge fourteen parcels into one for the Palm Avenue warehouse project

Planning Commission

The commission approved a conditional use permit for an alcohol license at Palm Avenue and 5th Street. Members also discussed a proposal for a 47,899 square foot industrial warehouse near 6th Street.

• Approval of Type 20 ABC License (CUP 23-008) at NE corner of Palm Avenue and 5th Street
• Discussion of 47,899 square foot industrial warehouse (CUP-22-011) on South side of 6th Street
• Approval of May 2, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several administrative items, including employee pay adjustments and municipal contracts. A public hearing will address proposed changes to residential and commercial refuse collection rates. The meeting also includes the consideration of various city claims and grant agreements.

• Public hearing on residential and commercial refuse collection rate adjustments
• Proposed 5% across-the-board pay adjustment for all employees starting July 1, 2023
• Contract award of $234,447.00 to RP Landscape & Irrigation for landscape maintenance
• Grant agreement for a fire training structure at Fire Station No. 3
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 754 in the amount of $1,792,494.91

City Council

The City Council approved a 5% across-the-board salary adjustment for employees for July 2023 and July 2024. The council also awarded a $234,447 landscape maintenance contract to RP Landscape & Irrigation, Inc. and rejected several individual claims.

• Approved 5% across-the-board employee salary adjustments for July 1, 2023, and July 1, 2024 (4-0)
• Awarded $234,447 landscape maintenance contract to RP Landscape & Irrigation, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Warrant Register No. 754 for $1,792,494.91 and Payroll of $334,132.49 (4-0)
• Rejected claims from Araceli Fuentes, Amit Anand, Sylvia Horner, Johnathan Nieves, and Becki and Andrew De Lloyd (4-0)
• Authorized grant agreement with San Manuel Band of Mission Indians for fire training structure at Fire Station No. 3 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-030 approving the FY 2023/2024 SB 1 road project list (4-0)
• Declared one seat vacant on the Community Trails Committee (4-0)
• Approved second contract amendment for KOA Corporation regarding City Creek/Alabama Street Bikeway Project (4-0)

City Council

The City Council received letters protesting proposed increases to refuse collection service charges. These protests are to be included in the discussion of the increase at the June 13 meeting.

• Protest from Charlette Jablonsky regarding refuse increase
• Protest from Makram Murad-al-shaikh and Hana Yousif regarding refuse collection service charges

City Council

The City Council will review AB 349 and provide feedback to staff. The bill proposes allowing the state to lease buildings at Patton State Hospital for housing and mental health services for homeless individuals.

• Review of Assembly Bill 349
• Proposed expansion of Patton State Hospital leases to include housing and mental health services

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will meet to approve the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting. The subcommittee will also review a proposed agreement for crossing guard services, pending approval by the City Attorney.

• Approval of May 16, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Crossing Guard Services Agreement

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review a proposed agreement with All City Management Services, Inc. for crossing guard services at four locations. The contract has an estimated annual cost of $68,666.40. The subcommittee will also consider approving the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting.

• Crossing Guard Services Agreement with All City Management Services, Inc. ($68,666.40)
• Approval of May 16, 2023, meeting minutes

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023 meeting. Members also approved a proposed agreement for crossing guard services, pending approval from the City Attorney.

• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved crossing guard services agreement (pending City Attorney approval)

Housing Authority

The Highland Housing Authority will meet to consider adopting a biennial budget for fiscal years 2023 through 2025. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from special meetings held in December 2022 and May 2023.

• Adoption of Resolution No. HA2023- regarding the biennial budget for fiscal years 2023-2025
• Approval of minutes from the December 13, 2022 special meeting
• Approval of minutes from the May 9, 2023 special meeting

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will meet to approve minutes from special meetings held in December 2022 and May 2023. The agenda also includes the adoption of a biennial budget for fiscal years 2023 through 2025.

• Adoption of Biennial Budget for Fiscal Years 2023-2025
• Approval of December 13, 2022, special meeting minutes
• Approval of May 9, 2023, special meeting minutes

The Highland Housing Authority adopted Resolution No. HA2023-002 to establish the biennial budget for fiscal years 2023-2025. The Authority also approved minutes from two previous meetings.

• Approved December 13, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. HA2023-002 adopting a Biennial Budget for fiscal years 2023-2025 (4-0)

Successor Agency

The Highland Successor Agency Board of Directors and City Council will meet to review the minutes from the December 13, 2022, regular meeting. The agenda also includes a proposal to adopt a biennial budget for fiscal years 2023 through 2025.

• Approval of December 13, 2022, meeting minutes
• Adoption of a biennial budget for fiscal years 2023-2025 via Resolution No. SARDA2023-

Successor Agency

The Board of Directors is meeting to consider adopting a biennial budget for fiscal years 2023-2025. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the December 13, 2022, regular meeting.

• Adoption of Biennial Budget for Fiscal Years 2023-2025
• Approval of December 13, 2022, meeting minutes
• Planned expenditures of $7,358,500 for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Planned expenditures of $7,356,210 for fiscal year 2024-2025

The Successor Agency to the Highland Redevelopment Agency adopted a biennial budget for fiscal years 2023-2025. The board also approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022, regular meeting.

• Approved minutes from December 13, 2022 Regular Meeting (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. SARDA2023-001 for the Fiscal Years 2023-2025 Biennial Budget (4-0)

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a 466 square foot roof-mounted solar system at 6976 Cole Avenue. This item is a continuation from the April 6, 2023, meeting. The board will also review minutes from the April 20, 2023, special meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 23-001) for solar panels at 6976 Cole Avenue
• Approval of April 20, 2023, Special Meeting minutes

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board is reviewing a request to permit a 466 square foot roof-mounted solar system at 6976 Cole Avenue. This item is a continuation of previous discussions regarding the installation on a contributing historic residence. The board will also consider approving minutes from the April 20, 2023 special meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 23-001) for solar panels at 6976 Cole Avenue
• Approval of April 20, 2023, special meeting minutes

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a roof-mounted solar system on a historic residence. The board also approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023, special meeting.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 23-001) for 466 sq ft solar system at 6976 Cole Avenue (3-0)
• Approved April 20, 2023 Special Meeting minutes as amended (3-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Highland Planning Commission scheduled for June 6, 2023, is canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 20, 2023.

• Cancellation of the June 6, 2023, Planning Commission meeting

Public Works Subcommittee

The Public Works Subcommittee is reviewing Scenario 1-B of the Pavement Management Program (PMP). The subcommittee may direct staff to finalize the PMP report and return in June with maps showing project locations and maintenance.

• Review and approval of Pavement Management Program (PMP) Scenario 1-B
• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Works Subcommittee

The subcommittee is reviewing Scenario 1-B of the Pavement Management Program. This plan proposes spending $3.2 million annually over five years to maintain pavement conditions across city sectors. The goal is to maintain the city's average pavement condition index at 68.

• Approval of May 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of Pavement Management Program Scenario 1-B
• Proposed $16 million budget for street maintenance over five years
• List of committed projects including work on Greenspot Road and Base Line

The Subcommittee approved Pavement Management Program (PMP) Scenario 1-B and directed staff to finalize the report. Members will reconvene in June 2023 to approve maintenance and project location maps for the scenario.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Pavement Management Program (PMP) Scenario 1-B
• Directed staff to finalize PMP report

Community Trails Committee

The Community Trails Committee will review a staff presentation regarding the 27th Annual Community Trails Day. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the February 9, 2023, special meeting.

• Presentation regarding the 27th Annual Community Trails Day
• Approval of February 9, 2023, special meeting minutes

Community Trails Committee

The committee will hear a presentation regarding the 27th Annual Community Trails Day event scheduled for June 3, 2023. Staff will provide details on activities at Sunrise Ranch, including food trucks and information booths. The committee is also asked to approve minutes from the February 9, 2023, special meeting.

• Presentation regarding the 27th Annual Community Trails Day
• Approval of February 9, 2023, Special Meeting minutes
• $1,200 budget allocation for Trails Day banners and supplies

The Community Trails Committee approved the directives for the 27th Annual Community Trails Day. The event will be held in partnership with the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District at the Fish Hatchery on Newport Road.

• Approved February 9, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted directives for 27th Annual Community Trails Day (3-0)

City Council

The provided text for the Highland City Council meeting on May 16, 2023, contains only procedural adjournment and posting certification information. No specific agenda items or topics are included in this portion of the document.

City Council

The City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority will review the draft 2023-2025 Preliminary Budget. This session allows members to ask questions and provide comments on the budget distributed in May. A final version of the Adopted Budget is scheduled for presentation on June 13, 2023.

• Discussion of the 2023-2025 Preliminary Budget

City Council

This special meeting of the Highland City Council consists entirely of closed session items. The council will confer with legal counsel regarding existing and anticipated litigation. Additionally, the council will meet with a labor negotiator regarding unrepresented employees.

• Existing litigation: Ashlie Garay v. City of Highland, County of San Bernardino, et al
• Labor negotiations for all unrepresented employees
• Anticipated litigation involving one case

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review several items for recommendation to the City Council regarding Fiscal Year 2023/2024. This includes reviewing appropriations limits, investment policy, and treasurer authority. The agenda also covers annual tax levies for three Community Facilities Districts.

• Professional Services Agreement with Innovative Federal Strategies, LLC
• Appropriations Limits for Fiscal Year 2023/2024
• Annual Tax Levies for CFD 90-1, 2001-1, and 2007-1
• 2023/2024 Investment Policy
• City Treasurer Authority for Fiscal Year 2023/2024

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee is reviewing several fiscal items for recommendation to the City Council for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. This includes reviewing appropriations limits, the Statement of Investment Policy, and annual tax levies for CFDs 90-1, 2001-1, and 2007-1. The committee will also consider a professional services agreement with Innovative Federal Strategies, LLC.

• Review of 2023/2024 Appropriations Limits
• Approval of City Treasurer authority for 2023/2024
• Review of 2023/2024 Statement of Investment Policy
• Annual Tax Levies for CFD 90-1, CFD 2001-1, and CFD 2007-1
• Professional Services Agreement with Innovative Federal Strategies, LLC

The Subcommittee approved granting the City Manager authority to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Innovative Federal Strategies, LLC. Several fiscal year 2023/2024 items were reviewed and recommended for City Council action.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended 2023/2024 Appropriations Limits for City Council
• Recommended 2023/2024 City Treasurer Authority for City Council
• Recommended 2023/2024 Statement of Investment Policy for City Council
• Recommended CFD90-1 Annual Tax Levy Fiscal Year 2023/2024 for City Council
• Recommended CFD2001-1 Annual Tax Levy Fiscal Year 2023/2024 for City Council
• Recommended CFD 2007-1 Annual Tax Levy Fiscal Year 2023/2024 for City Council
• Approved City Manager authority to execute Professional Services Agreement with Innovative Federal Strategies, LLC

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposal for a 47,899 square foot industrial warehouse on the south side of 6th Street. The commission will also consider an ABC license for a convenience store and fueling station at Palm Avenue and 5th Street. Additionally, members will discuss revisions to the city's 2021-2029 Housing Element.

• Development of a 47,899 square foot industrial warehouse on 6th Street
• Type 20 ABC License for off-sale Beer and Wine at Palm Ave and 5th St
• Height variance from 35 feet to 44 feet for the 6th Street warehouse project
• Revisions to the City of Highland 6th Cycle 2021-2029 Housing Element

Planning Commission

The Commission approved a conditional use permit for a Type 20 ABC license at a fueling station. A proposal for a speculative industrial warehouse was discussed, with the applicant agreeing to increase a height variance request to 46 feet to ensure a margin of safety.

• Approved minutes from May 2, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved CUP 23-008 for Type 20 ABC License for off-sale Beer and Wine at NE Corner of Palm Ave and 5th St (5-0)

City Council

The City Council and Housing Authority will review several development proposals, including a rezoning request for a gas station and carwash. They will also consider an agreement to disburse $4,577,450.00 for a 90-unit affordable senior housing project. Additionally, the council will address contract renewals and city financial reports.

• Rezoning seven parcels from Industrial to Business Park for a fueling station, convenience store, and carwash
• Disbursement of $4,577,450.00 for the Wakeland Highland LP senior housing project
• Renewal of streetlight maintenance contract with Yunex LLC
• Request to waive approximately $11,879.68 in permit fees for a July 4th community event
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 753 totaling $5,539,409.28

City Council

The City Council approved a consent calendar including a $5.5M warrant register, streetlight and tree trimming contract extensions, and a special event permit for Immanuel Baptist Church. The council also held a public hearing regarding a zoning change for a proposed gas station and car wash at Palm Avenue and 5th Street.

• Approved Warrant Register No. 753 for $5,539,409.28 and Payroll of $218,015.07 (5-0)
• Extended streetlight maintenance agreement with Yunex LLC for one year with a 0.5% price increase (5-0)
• Extended tree trimming agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for one year (5-0)
• Rejected claims from Page Thompson, David Vega, and Allen Mealey (5-0)
• Declared one seat vacant on the Historic and Cultural Preservation Board (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit 23-002 and waived $11,879.68 in fees for Immanuel Baptist Church (5-0)
• Authorized amended Law Enforcement Services contract with San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2023-008 through 2023-011 for street, drainage, landscape, and lighting districts (5-0)

Public Works Subcommittee

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Public Works Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review a proposal to re-route solid waste collection and street sweeping, which may affect approximately 46% of residential accounts. The committee will also consider a request from the Highland Senior Center to display purple ribbons on Base Line.

• Proposed re-routing of solid waste collection affecting 6,556 residential accounts
• Request for Highland Senior Center to place purple ribbons along Base Line from June 18 to June 25
• Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Public Works Subcommittee approved changes to the solid waste and street sweeping schedules. They also authorized the Highland Senior Center to place purple ribbons along Base Line. Both items were approved without requiring City Council action.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved re-routing of Solid Waste Collection and Street Sweeping Schedule
• Approved placement of purple ribbons along Base Line by Highland Senior Center

Planning Commission

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Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the declaration of public nuisances and authorization of abatement at two properties. Staff recommends that the Appeals Board conduct the required hearings and adopt resolutions for 7712 Victoria Ave. and 8046 Central Ave.

• Public hearing for nuisance abatement at 7712 Victoria Ave.
• Public hearing for nuisance abatement at 8046 Central Ave.
• Approval of April 4, 2023 and April 18, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to declare two properties public nuisances and order abatement. One property at 7712 Victoria Ave. was cited for unpermitted storage and animal keeping; the other at 8046 Central Ave. was cited for similar issues. Both resolutions passed unanimously with Vice Chair Thomas absent.

• Declared public nuisance at 7712 Victoria Ave. and ordered abatement (4-0)
• Declared public nuisance at 8046 Central Ave. and ordered abatement (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 4, 2023 as amended (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 18, 2023 as amended (4-0)

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will review the 2021-2022 annual report for the Certified Local Government Program. The meeting includes a post-event discussion regarding the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival. The Board will also consider a permit for a 466 square foot solar system at 6976 Cole Avenue.

• Solar photovoltaic system permit (COA 23-001) for 6976 Cole Avenue
• Review of 2021-2022 Certified Local Government Program Annual Report
• Post-event discussion of the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival
• Approval of March 2 and April 6, 2023, meeting minutes

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The board is considering a Certificate of Appropriateness for solar panels at 6976 Cole Avenue, though staff recommends continuing the item to May 4, 2023. The meeting also includes a review of the 2021-2022 Annual Report for the Certified Local Government Program and a discussion regarding the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival.

• Solar panel permit (COA 23-001) for 6976 Cole Avenue
• 2021-2022 Certified Local Government Program Annual Report
• Post-event discussion of the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival

The Board approved minutes from two previous special meetings and tabled a request for a roof-mounted solar system at 6976 Cole Avenue. The Board also received reports on the Certified Local Government Program and the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival.

• Approved March 2, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved April 6, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled Certificate of Appropriateness COA 23-001 for solar system at 6976 Cole Avenue (3-0)
• Received and filed Certified Local Government Program 2021-2022 Annual Report
• Received and filed staff report on 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee is reviewing the 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) covering fiscal years 2022/2023 through 2026/2027. The subcommittee will recommend whether to bring this program forward to the City Council for final approval. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from the March 30, 2023 meeting.

• Review of 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2022/2023 – 2026/2027)
• Approval of March 30, 2023 meeting minutes
• Planned bridge and interchange infrastructure projects

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee reviewed the 5 Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY 2022/2023 — 2026/2027. The subcommittee recommended that the program be brought forward to the City Council.

• Approved March 30, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended 5 Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) FY 2022/2023 — 2026/2027 for City Council review

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

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Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for Pancho’s Kitchen. The application seeks an on-sale beer and wine license at the restaurant located at 27141 Base Line St. Ste 1.

• Conditional Use Permit for Type 41 On-Sale Beer and Wine license at Pancho’s Kitchen
• Approval of March 21, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will consider a permit for on-sale beer and wine at Pancho’s Kitchen. The commission is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for Type 41 Alcohol Beverage Control License at 27141 Base Line St. Ste 1
• Approval of March 21, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit to allow Pancho’s Kitchen to obtain an Alcohol Beverage Control License for beer and wine. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-016 for Conditional Use Permit 23-004 to allow a Type 41 On-Sale Beer and Wine license at Pancho’s Kitchen (27141 Base Line St. Ste 1) (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several legislative items, including a contract for animal control services with San Bernardino County. The meeting also includes reviews of completed pavement and HVAC projects and potential awards for park and trail improvements.

• Contract for Animal Control Services with San Bernardino County ($490,531.00)
• Highland Community Park perimeter fence and gates contract award to EverFence Corporation ($218,129.00)
• Emmerton Lane Trail Restoration and Improvement Project contract award to Komex Construction ($139,700.00)
• Notice of completion for Cunningham Street and McKinley Avenue pavement projects
• Declaration of three vacant seats on the Planning Commission

City Council

The City Council approved a $490,531 contract for animal control services and awarded construction contracts for a community park fence and trail restoration. The council also rejected four individual claims and declared three Planning Commission seats vacant.

• Approved San Bernardino County Animal Care and Control Services contract for FY 2023/24 for $490,531.00 (4-0)
• Awarded Highland Community Park Perimeter Fence and Gates Project to EverFence Corporation for $218,129.00 (4-0)
• Awarded Emmerton Lane Trail Restoration and Improvement Project to Komex Construction for $139,700.00 (4-0)
• Rejected claims from Jeffrey Acker, Francisca Montoya, Doug Betten, and Kevin Shew (4-0)
• Declared three seats vacant on the Planning Commission (4-0)
• Approved Warrant Register No. 752 for $4,426,536.33 and Payroll of $209,928.44 (4-0)
• Directed staff to provide comments on the Airport Gateway Specific Plan Draft PEIR to the IVDA (4-0)
• Accepted completion of City Hall HVAC and CDBG Pavement Improvement projects (4-0)

Public Works Subcommittee

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Public Works Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review a proposal to adjust residential and commercial refuse collection rates for fiscal year 2023/2024. The proposal includes increasing the basic residential service rate from $33.29 to $33.95 per month under the agreement with Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc.

• Adjustment of the Residential and Commercial Refuse Collection Rates
• Approval of the December 21, 2022, meeting minutes

The Public Works Subcommittee approved the minutes from the December 21, 2022 meeting. The committee also recommended that the City Council approve annual adjustments for residential and commercial refuse collection rates for fiscal year 2023/2024.

• Approved December 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Recommended City Council approval of FY 2023/2024 Residential and Commercial Refuse Collection Rate adjustments

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 6976 Cole Avenue. The request involves permitting an existing 466 square foot roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system on a single-story historic residence. This item is a continuation from the February 2, 2023 meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 23-001) for solar panels at 6976 Cole Avenue

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The board is reviewing a request to permit an existing solar photovoltaic system at 6976 Cole Avenue. Staff recommends approving panels on the detached garage but removing ten panels from the main house roof to preserve historical aesthetics.

• Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 23-001) for solar panels at 6976 Cole Avenue
• Staff recommendation to downsize solar system from 8.58 kW to 4.6 kW
• Proposed removal of 10 solar panels from the main house roof

The Board discussed a Certificate of Appropriateness for a 466 square foot roof-mounted solar system at 6976 Cole Avenue. No final decision was made on the permit; the item was continued to a future meeting to allow for further staff input and plan revisions.

• Continued COA 23-001 (solar panels at 6976 Cole Avenue) to April 20, 2023

Planning Commission

The meeting involves the review of the Draft Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) for the Airport Gateway Specific Plan. The report evaluates potential environmental impacts including air quality, biological resources, and greenhouse gases. It also outlines proposed changes to land use and infrastructure such as water, utilities, and drainage.

• Draft Program Environmental Impact Report for the Airport Gateway Specific Plan
• Environmental impact evaluations for air quality, biological resources, and greenhouse gas
• Review of proposed land uses and infrastructure including water, utilities, and drainage

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal regarding a citation for operating a home-based business without a license. The commission will also review the Draft Program Environmental Impact Report for the Airport Gateway Specific Plan.

• Appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15897 ($100) at 27178 Messina St.
• Review of Airport Gateway Specific Plan Draft Program Environmental Impact Report

The Planning Commission approved an appeal to void an administrative citation for a home-based business. The commission also reviewed the Airport Gateway Specific Plan Draft Program Environmental Impact Report and provided comments to the Inland Valley Development Agency.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-015 to void Administrative Citation No. 15897 for Joel A Deleon (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an appeal regarding a home-based business citation at 27178 Messina St. The commission will also review the Draft Program Environmental Impact Report for the Airport Gateway Specific Plan.

• Appeal of administrative citation No. 15897 for 27178 Messina St
• Review of Airport Gateway Specific Plan Draft PEIR

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

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Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review and recommend the 2023-2025 proposed operating expenditures and revenues to the City Council. The meeting also includes a closed session conference with a labor negotiator regarding all unrepresented employees.

• Review of 2023-2025 Proposed Operating Expenditures and Revenues
• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for unrepresented employees
• Approval of January 10, 2023, meeting minutes

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee approved the minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting. The subcommittee also reviewed and recommended that the proposed 2023-2025 Operating Expenditures and Revenues be brought forward to the City Council.

• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended 2023-2025 proposed Operating Expenditures and Revenues be brought to City Council

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a development project for a fueling station, convenience store, and carwash at the corner of Palm Avenue and 5th Street. The commission will also hear a request to upgrade an alcohol license at a Valero station on Base Line. Additionally, staff will present annual reports regarding the General Plan and Housing Element.

• Development of a fueling station, convenience store, and carwash at NE corner of Palm Ave and 5th St
• Upgrade of alcohol license from Type 20 to Type 21 at 27767 Base Line
• Review of the 2022 General Plan Implementation and Housing Element Annual Reports

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a development project for a new fueling station, convenience store, and carwash. The commission will also review an application to upgrade the liquor license at the Have A Snack store on Base Line. Additionally, staff will present the 2022 General Plan and Housing Element annual reports.

• Development of a fueling station, convenience store, and carwash at Palm Ave and 5th St
• Rezoning from Industrial to Business Park for the Palm Ave and 5th St project
• Upgrading an ABC license from Type 20 to Type 21 at 27767 Base Line
• Review of 2022 General Plan Implementation and Housing Element Annual Reports

The Commission approved a comprehensive development at the northeast corner of Palm Avenue and 5th Street, including a convenience store, carwash, and fuel canopies. It also granted a license upgrade for an existing convenience store to sell distilled spirits.

• Approved upgrade of ABC license to Type 21 (distilled spirits) for Valero/Have A Snack at 27767 Base Line (3-2)
• Approved Tentative Parcel Map No. 19209 to merge seven lots into one (5-0)
• Recommended approval of General Plan Amendment and Zone Change from Industrial to Business Park for Palm Ave & 5th St project (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit and Design Review for a new fuel station, convenience store, and carwash (5-0)
• Certified Mitigated Negative Declaration (ENV 23-002) for the Palm Ave & 5th St development (5-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Reports (5-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding a special meeting for closed session only. The council will confer with legal counsel regarding existing opioid litigation and one case of anticipated litigation.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding National Prescription Opiod Litigation
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to enter into settlement agreements with several companies, including CVS, Allergan, Teva, Walmart, and Walgreens. The agenda also includes a contract extension for janitorial services and the approval of the March warrant register.

• Resolution authorizing settlement agreements with CVS, Allergan, Teva, Walmart, and Walgreens
• One-year contract extension for facilities and parks janitorial services with Base Hill, Inc.
• Approval of Warrant Register No. 751 totaling $2,128,668.93
• Proclamation of Child Abuse Prevention Month

City Council

The council will consider a resolution to enter into settlement agreements with several companies, including CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart. The agenda also includes the approval of the March 14 warrant register and a contract extension for janitorial services. A proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month is also scheduled.

• Resolution to enter settlement agreements with CVS, Allergan, Teva, Walmart, and Walgreens
• Warrant Register No. 751 totaling $2,128,668.93
• One-year contract extension for janitorial services with Base Hill, Inc.
• Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month

The City Council authorized settlement agreements with several pharmacies and distributors regarding national opiate litigation, with funds to be allocated to the County. The Council also extended a janitorial services contract and approved routine financial warrants.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-007 to enter settlement agreements with CVS, Allergan, Teva, Walmart, and Walgreens (4-0)
• Approved one-year extension of facilities and parks janitorial maintenance contract 2018-12 with Base Hill, Inc. dba Jan Point (4-0)
• Approved Warrant Register No. 751 for $2,128,668.93 and Payroll of $210,626.80 (4-0)
• Rejected claim from Mercury Insurance a/s/o Darlene Alcarez (4-0)
• Approved destruction of certain records (4-0)
• Approved February 14, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Facilities Subcommittee

The Public Facilities Subcommittee will review minutes from the December 21, 2022 meeting. Members will also evaluate bid results for the Community Park perimeter fence and gates project to provide guidance for a City Council contract award.

• Approval of December 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Evaluation of bid results for the Community Park perimeter fence and gates project

Public Facilities Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review bid results and various options for the Highland Community Park Perimeter Fence and Gates Project. This evaluation follows previous rejected bids and aims to provide guidance for a City Council contract award. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the December 21, 2022, meeting.

• Evaluation of bid results for the Community Park Perimeter Fence and Gates Project
• Review of two separate bid schedules and various options for park fencing
• Approval of the December 21, 2022, meeting minutes

The Public Facilities Subcommittee reviewed five bids for the Highland Community Park Perimeter Fence and Gates Project. The subcommittee recommended that City Council award the contract to Everfence for the wrought iron option.

• Approved December 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Recommended Everfence for Bid Schedule A - Wrought Iron for the Community Park Perimeter Fence and Gates Project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a sign program for a fueling station and convenience store at 8020 Palm Avenue. The commission will also review meeting minutes from February 2023.

• Sign program for fueling station and convenience store at 8020 Palm Avenue
• Approval of February 7, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of February 21, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request for a sign program at a fueling station and convenience store located at 8020 Palm Avenue. The proposal includes one 22-foot building-mounted sign and two 7-foot monument signs. Staff recommends the commission approve the review subject to certain conditions.

• Sign program for fueling station at 8020 Palm Avenue (ASR 22-006)
• Approval of February 7, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of February 21, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a comprehensive sign program for a fueling station and convenience store. The approval included a modification to Planning Condition number 9 regarding signage for future tenants.

• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-007 to approve Accessory Sign Review (ASR 22-006) for 8020 Palm Avenue (5-0)
• Modified Planning Condition number 9 to limit future tenant signage to two feet in height and 5% of street facing frontage

Planning Commission

The commission will consider an appeal regarding a business license citation at 27178 Messina St. Members will also review the Draft Program Environmental Impact Report for the Airport Gateway Specific Plan.

• Appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15897 regarding a home-based business at 27178 Messina St.
• Review of the Airport Gateway Specific Plan Draft Program Environmental Impact Report

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will discuss logistics for the upcoming 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival. Staff is recommended to receive direction as necessary regarding festival preparations.

• Logistics discussion for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The board will discuss preparations and logistics for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival, including sponsors, vendors, and event programming. The meeting also includes a request to approve minutes from a February 2022 special meeting.

• Logistics for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Approval of February 2, 2022, special meeting minutes
• Review of festival sponsorship and budget status
• Discussion of festival vendors and entertainment

The Board reviewed the schedule, booth counts, and advertising for the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival. Members agreed to publish festival advertising in the San Bernardino Sun on March 24, 2023.

• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (4-0)
• Agreed to publish Citrus Harvest Festival advertising in the San Bernardino Sun on March 24, 2023

Planning Commission

The provided text for the February 21, 2023, Highland Planning Commission meeting consists of meeting details and a mission statement. No specific items for discussion or decision are included in the document.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a revised public art proposal featuring five LED-lit pillars for a warehouse at Central Avenue and 3rd Street. The commission will also review a request for a one-year time extension for the 137-unit Blossom Trails housing development.

• Revised public art piece (DRA 21-024) for warehouse at Central Avenue and 3rd Street
• One-year time extension for the 137-unit Blossom Trails housing development

The Planning Commission approved a revised public art piece for a warehouse and granted a one-year extension for the Blossom Trails housing development. Both items were passed via resolution following public hearings.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-004 to amend Design Review Application DRA 21-024 for a revised public art piece at Central Avenue and 3rd Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-005 for a one-year extension of Tentative Tract Map No. 20090 (TTM 17-001) for Blossom Trails housing
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-006 for a one-year extension of Tentative Parcel Map No. 19958 (TPM 17-002) for Blossom Trails housing

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding Community Development Block Grant funds and a security agreement for infrastructure on Base Line. The agenda also includes reviewing environmental service proposals and contract amendments for Victoria Avenue projects.

• $250,000 budget adjustment for traffic improvements on Base Line between Buckeye Street and SR-210
• Fee waiver of approximately $23,224.96 for the Redlands Bicycle Classic event
• Environmental services proposal from Tom Dodson & Associates for Victoria Avenue improvements
• Final map approval for Tract 19915 (Mastercraft Homes)
• Warrant Register No. 750 totaling $3,751,612.68

City Council

The City Council approved a $250,000 budget adjustment for a traffic signal and public improvements on Base Line. The Council also prioritized FY 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant funding for street improvements, code enforcement, and local service agencies. Additionally, the 2023/2024 Work Program was adopted.

• Approved $250,000 for Base Line traffic signal and public improvements (5-0)
• Allocated $320,000 for CDBG construction and code enforcement projects (4-0)
• Allocated $62,025 for CDBG public services including YMCA, Senior Center, and Little League (4-0)
• Adopted 2023/2024 Work Program (5-0)
• Approved Warrant Register No. 750 for $3,751,612.68 and Payroll of $255,228.37 (5-0)
• Approved Final Map of Tract No. 19915 for Mastercraft Homes (5-0)
• Authorized Redlands Bicycle Classic Highland Circuit race and waived $23,224.96 in fees (5-0)
• Approved amended hourly rates for legal services from Richards, Watson & Gershon (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing funding requests for construction and public service projects for fiscal year 2023-2024. These items include street improvements, enhanced code enforcement, and various community programs.

• $200,000 requested for street improvements at Union Street and Elmwood Court
• $120,000 requested for enhanced code enforcement in target areas
• $10,000 requested for the Highland Branch Adult Literacy Program
• $15,000 requested for Highland Family YMCA programs
• $25,000 requested for Highland Senior Center services

Community Trails Committee

The committee will review minutes from a January 12, 2023 special meeting. Members will select attendance time slots and discuss booth activities for the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival. Staff will also present updates regarding the 2023 Community Trails Day event.

• Approval of January 12, 2023 Special Meeting minutes
• Selection of attendance time slots for the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival
• Discussion of booth activities for the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival
• Presentation on updates for the 2023 Community Trails Day event

Community Trails Committee

The committee will conduct elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming year. Members will also select volunteer time slots for the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival on March 25. Additionally, staff will present updates regarding the 27th Annual Community Trails Day.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of January 12, 2023, Special Meeting minutes
• Selection of volunteer shifts for the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival
• Staff presentation on 27th Annual Community Trails Day updates

The committee approved the banner design and mile markers for the 27th Annual Community Trails Day. Members also coordinated participation for the 2023 Citrus Harvest Festival booth.

• Elected Robert LaChausse as Chair and Erwin Fogerson as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved January 12, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved banner design for 27th Annual Community Trails Day (4-0)
• Approved mile markers for Trails Day (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a design review application to convert a building into an auto repair facility at 26654 Base Line. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a nuisance declaration and abatement for a property on 3rd St. Additionally, the commission is scheduled to elect its Chair and Vice Chair.

• Design Review Application (DRA 22-017) for an auto repair facility at 26654 Base Line
• Tentative Parcel Map (TPM 22-009) to merge four contiguous parcels
• Public hearing for a public nuisance declaration at 25222 3rd St.
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a design review for an auto repair facility at 26654 Base Line. The commission will also hold a hearing to declare a public nuisance and authorize abatement for a property on 3rd St. Additionally, the members will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Design review for an auto repair facility at 26654 Base Line
• Merging of four parcels (TPM 22-009) at 26654 Base Line
• Public hearing for public nuisance declaration and abatement at 25222 3 St.
• Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair

The Planning Commission approved the rehabilitation of a building into a minor auto repair facility and the merging of four parcels. The commission also declared a property on 3rd Street a public nuisance and ordered its abatement.

• Elected Randall Hamerly as Chair and Chandra Thomas as Vice Chair (4-1)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-002 for minor auto repair facility and parcel merger at 26654 Base Line (4-1)
• Directed staff to file a Notice of Exemption with the County Clerk of the Board of Supervisors (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-003 declaring a public nuisance and ordering abatement at 25222 3rd St. (4-1)

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The board will conduct elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also review minutes from December 1, 2022, and January 11, 2023. Additionally, the board will discuss logistics for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Solar photovoltaic system permit at 6976 Cole Ave (continued to March 2, 2023)
• Preparation for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The board will conduct elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss logistics for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival. A decision regarding solar panels at 6976 Cole Ave has been continued to March.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Logistics for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Continuation of solar panel application (COA 23-001) for 6976 Cole Ave
• Approval of minutes from December 1, 2022, and January 11, 2023

The Board elected Pamela Bible as Chair and Patrick Sandford as Vice Chair. The Board approved minutes from two previous special meetings and continued a solar system application to a future date. Members discussed planning and honorees for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival.

• Elected Pamela Bible as Chair and Patrick Sandford as Vice Chair (4-1)
• Approved December 1, 2022 Special Meeting minutes (3-1-1)
• Approved January 11, 2023 Special Meeting minutes as amended (3-1-1)
• Continued COA 23-001 regarding solar system at 6976 Cole Ave to March 2, 2023
• Agreed to have two businesses and two houses in the restoration and landscaping contest
• Agreed to honor Highland Community News and Sam Racardio at the Citrus Harvest Festival

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding a study session to review the 2023-2024 work program. Council members will discuss and rank proposed work items. The goal is to place urgent and high priority items on a timetable for completion.

• Discussion and ranking of proposed 2023-2024 work program items

City Council

The City Council is reviewing proposed work items for the 2023-2024 period. Members will discuss and rank these proposals to establish a priority timetable for completion. The session includes evaluating departmental requests regarding software, equipment, and city branding.

• Proposal to explore updating the City logo
• Discussion on replacing obsolete financial management software
• Request for a firearm detection canine and specialized vehicle
• Purchase of two side-by-side off-road utility vehicles for police
• Replacement of the Police Department command post vehicle

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of a citation for operating a home-based business without a license at 27178 Messina St. Staff recommends upholding the administrative citation. The commission will also review minutes from the January 3, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on Administrative Citation No. 15897 regarding business license regulations at 27178 Messina St.
• Approval of January 3, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15897. The citation involves operating a home-based landscaping business without the required license at 27178 Messina St. Staff recommends that the Public Nuisance Hearing Board uphold the citation.

• Appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15897 for unlicensed home-based business
• Approval of January 3, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission determined that gardening services provided to family and neighbors qualified as domestic household help rather than a home-based business. The commission directed staff to void the administrative citation issued to Joel DeLeon.

• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Voided Administrative Citation No. 15897 after finding the activity was domestic household help per HMC 5.04.100 Exemption Item G (5-0)

Community Trails Committee

The Community Trails Committee will discuss the date, location, and budget for the 27th Annual Community Trails Day. Staff proposed holding the event on June 3, 2023, at one of three potential trail locations. The committee will also review the $1,200 allocated budget for the event.

• Proposed date of June 3, 2023, for Trails Day
• Three proposed locations including Plunge Creek — Red Hill — Aplin Trail Loop
• Review of $1,200 allocated budget for the event

The committee set the date for the 27th Community Trails Day and decided to seek coordination with the San Bernardino Municipal Water District for the event. Staff will also contact city developers regarding sponsorship for a banner on Base Line.

• Approved Community Trails Day date for June 3, 2023 (4-1)
• Approved request for staff to coordinate SBMWD involvement for Trails Day at Tres Lagos property (4-1)
• Agreed to have staff contact city developers for sponsorship of a Base Line banner

Community Trails Committee

The Community Trails Committee will hold an open discussion regarding the budget and event date for the 27th Community Trails Day. The committee will discuss all aspects of the upcoming event with staff.

• Budget and event date for the 27th Community Trails Day

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will consider two requests for solar photovoltaic systems on historic residences. The board will also discuss logistics for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival. Additionally, the meeting includes a review of minutes from the December 1, 2022, special meeting.

• Solar panel installation at 29197 Pacific Street (305 square feet)
• Solar panel installation at 6976 Cole Ave (482 square feet)
• Preparation for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Approval of December 1, 2022, special meeting minutes

Historic & Cultural Preservation Board

The Historic and Cultural Preservation Board will consider solar panel installations at two historic residences. The meeting also includes a discussion on logistics for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival.

• Solar installation permit (COA 22-009) for 27197 Pacific Street
• Solar installation denial recommendation (COA 23-001) for 6976 Cole Ave
• Logistics for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival
• Approval of December 1, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board approved one solar panel installation and continued another application to a future meeting. Members also discussed planning and sponsorship for the 25th Annual Citrus Harvest Festival.

• Approved solar installation at 29197 Pacific Street (3-2)
• Tabled solar installation application for 6976 Cole Ave to Feb 2, 2023 (3-2)
• Continued Dec 1, 2022 meeting minutes to Feb 2, 2023 (3-2)
• Agreed that Citrus Harvest Festival food vendors must post prices

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, including transit stop access improvements and traffic signal upgrades. A public hearing is scheduled to discuss vacating Berry Street between Cunningham and Hillview Streets. The council will also review vehicle purchases and warrant registers.

• $542,779 contract award for Cunningham and McKinley Avenue pavement projects
• $167,013 contract award for transit stop and sidewalk improvements
• Resolution to vacate Berry Street between Cunningham and Hillview Streets
• $103,640.13 purchase of two new Ford trucks for Public Works
• 8.9% increase to the City-Wide Concrete Maintenance contract

City Council

The Highland City Council will consider several construction bids for road and sidewalk improvements. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding the vacation of Berry Street between Cunningham Street and Hillview Street. Additionally, the council will review vehicle purchases and contract renewals.

• Public hearing to vacate Berry Street between Cunningham Street and Hillview Street
• $542,779 construction contract award for Cunningham and McKinley Avenue pavement projects
• $167,013 contract award for transit stop access and pedestrian improvements
• $103,640.13 purchase of two Ford trucks for the Public Works Department
• $78,000 construction contract for traffic signal improvements at Lankershim Avenue and 9th Street

The City Council approved several construction and inspection contracts for pavement and traffic signal projects. The council also voted to vacate a section of Berry Street and approved the 2023 community events calendar.

• Vacated Berry Street between Cunningham Street and Hillview Street (5-0)
• Awarded $78,000 traffic signal contract to California Professional Engineering, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded $167,013 transit and pedestrian improvement contract to DM Contracting, Inc. (4-0)
• Awarded $542,779 pavement improvement contract to Vance Corporation (5-0)
• Approved $103,640.13 for two new Ford trucks for Public Works (5-0)
• Approved $3,393,825.44 Warrant Register and $206,657.21 Payroll (5-0)
• Extended City-Wide Concrete Maintenance contract with Above All Names Construction Services, Inc. with an 8.9% price increase (5-0)
• Confirmed dates for five 2023 community events (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering a request from Dan Moore Electric to defer development impact fees for 90 days. The recommendation is to direct the City Attorney to draft a fee deferral agreement.

• Request for 90-day development impact fee deferment for Dan Moore Electric at 27002 Meines Street

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a request from Dan Moore Electric to delay paying $288,604.45 in development impact fees for 90 days. If approved, the city will draft a deferral agreement to allow for a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy while the developer completes a private loan process.

• 90-day deferment request for $288,604.45 in development impact fees at 27002 Meines Street
• Authorization for City Attorney to draft a Development Impact Fee Deferral Agreement

The City Council directed the City Attorney to draft a Development Impact Fee Deferral Agreement for Dan Moore Electric. This agreement allows for a 90-day deferment of fees for the property located at 27002 Meines Street.

• Approved 90-day Development Impact Fee deferment for Dan Moore Electric (5-0)

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee will review minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting. The committee will also address a Development Impact Fee protest regarding Dan Moore Electric at 27002 Meines Street. Staff recommends upholding the City's fee calculation and requiring payment before releasing a Certificate of Occupancy.

• Approval of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Development Impact Fee Protest (Dan Moore Electric, 27002 Meines Street)

Finance/Personnel Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review a protest from Dan Moore Electric regarding Development Impact Fees for a project at 27002 Meines Street. Staff recommends upholding the city's calculation and requiring payment before issuing a Certificate of Occupancy. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting.

• Development Impact Fee protest for Dan Moore Electric (27002 Meines Street)
• Approval of November 15, 2022, subcommittee meeting minutes

The Finance/Personnel Subcommittee recommended that the City Council allow Dan Moore Electric to defer a development impact fee. The proposal includes a 90-day payment window and the issuance of a temporary Certificate of Occupancy.

• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Recommended City Council authorize a 90-day payment deferral for $288,604.45 development impact fee (Dan Moore Electric, 27002 Meines Street)
• Recommended City Council direct City Attorney to draft deferral agreement
• Recommended City Council authorize Building Official to issue temporary Certificate of Occupancy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an unlicensed home-based business at 27178 Messina St. The commission will also determine if vacating Berry Street between Cunningham and Hillview Streets aligns with the City's General Plan.

• Public hearing for appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15897 regarding a home-based business at 27178 Messina St
• Determination on the vacation of Berry Street between Cunningham Street and Hillview Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of a $100 citation for an unlicensed landscaping business at 27178 Messina St. The commission will also consider if vacating Berry Street between Cunningham and Hillview Streets conforms to the City's General Plan.

• Appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15897 regarding a home-based business at 27178 Messina St
• Determination on the vacation of Berry Street between Cunningham Street and Hillview Street

The Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2023-001 to confirm that the vacation of Berry Street between Cunningham Street and Hillview Street conforms with the City's General Plan. A public hearing regarding a business license citation was continued to January 17, 2023.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-001 to vacate Berry Street between Cunningham Street and Hillview Street (5-0)
• Continued appeal of Administrative Citation No. 15897 for 27178 Messina St to January 17, 2023