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HomeMy WebLinkAbout121002 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 10, 2002 After the Closed Session that convened at 6:00 P.M., the City Council convened in Open Session at 7:00 P.M., on Tuesday, December 10, 2002, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Present: Absent; PRELUDE MUSIC Councilmembers: Councilmember: Comerchero, Naggar, Pratt, Stone, Roberts None The prelude music was provided by Joanne Algier. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Elder Felicia Brown of Imani Temple. ALLEGIANCE The flag ceremony was presented by Cub Scout Pack No. 304. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS Service Recognition Presentation Commending outgoing Public/Traffic Safety Commissioner Coe for his years of service on the Commission, Mayor Roberts presented to him a Certificate of Appreciation. In return, Mr. Coe relayed his delight with having had the opportunity to serve the City. Mayor Roberts, as well, presented five-year service pins to the following individuals: Dennis Chiniaeff- Planning Commission John Telesio - Planning Commission James Meyler - Community Services Commission Each individual thanked the City Council for its recognition and, as well as, expressed their and privilege in having the opportunity to serve the City. In closing, Mayor Roberts, with great pleasure, presented Mayor Pro Tem Stone with his 10- year service pin which was accepted, with appreciation, by Mr. Stone. The Day of the Horse in Riverside Proclamation Accepting the proclamation presented by Mayor Roberts, Mr. Jim Reo thanked the City Council for its recognition and commented on the important economic impact the horse has on the State and County. R :\Minutes\121002 1 Firefi.qhter Spark of Love Toy Drive As a result of former Fire Marshal Ahmad's long-term illness, Fire Chief Windsor advised of organizational changes made, referring to the filling of the Battalion Chief/Fire Marshal position by Jim McBride and introduced to the Council newly promoted Deputy Fire Marshal Neuman. In closing, Mr. Windsor wished Mr. Ahmad nothing but the best. At this time, Deputy Fire Marshal Neuman commented on the upcoming 10th Annual Toy Drive, advising of the Department's active participation in collecting toys and distributing them to local charities. Fire Safety Specialist Horton provided additional details of the event and requested the community's continued support of it. Murrieta Creek Flood Control Presentation Mr. Dave Zappe introduced Mr. Rusty Williams, Assistant Chief Engineer for the project, who, in detail by way of a PowerPoint presentation, provided an overview of the status of the Murrieta Creek Project, noting the following: · Location · Benefits · Three-prong project o Public safety- flood control aspect\ o Environmental restoration - enhancement of surrounding environment o Recreation element - 50 acres of this basin utilized as a flat, grassy sports park with trails · Project phases · Project cost o $90 million · Federal funding · $42 million local share -Flood Control, City of Murrieta, City of Temecula · City of Murrieta wilt b contributing $10 million · Requested that City of Temecula contribute $10 million · State/Federal grants · Bond issue o Floor Control is prohibited in participating in the funding of the recreation element - cities will be requested to participate in the funding · Anticipated construction schedule o No 2003 Federal budget o House version of the Engineering and Appropriations Bill has earmarked $1 million for this particular project o Target construction to commence next Fall. In closing, Mr. Williams commended Congressman Calvert on his efforts and support of this project and requested the City to consider that commitment of $10 million toward this project. PUBLIC COMMENTS A. By way of pictures, Ms. Lorena Spencer, 43104 Agena, reiterated her previously made concerns with regard to Old Town signage, lack of sidewalks on Fifth Street, and the competition of Farmers' Market. R:\Minutes\121002 2 In response to Ms. Spencer's comments, City Manager Nelson advised that Redevelopment and Housing Director Meyer has been in contact with Ms. Spencer to address her concerns; that the Farmers' Market competition issue is being addressed through the license agreement; that the requested signage would not be in conformance with the existing Sign Ordinance; and that it would not be the responsibility of the City to install sidewalks within the requested area. By not permitting the requested signage, Councilman Pratt noted that the City is not being user friendly and is not assisting the merchants in an opportunity to succeed. B. Mr. John Sterling, P.O. Box 435, Temecula, representing the Temecula Town Association, invited the City Council and the public to the 8th Annual Free Community Christmas Dinner at the Temecula Community Center. C. Ms. Grace Mellman, 36500 De Portola, representing the Friends of Temecula Library, thanked the City for its dedication to building a City library and briefly commented on the Library Board's action to table the decision with regard to the funding of the City's grant application. She advised that the Board will meet again on December 19, 2002, at which time, the City will be apprised as to whether or not the grant will be approved. In an effort to express the community's support of this grant, Ms. Mellman advised of the Friends of Temecula Library letter writing campaign to the six Library Board Members in Sacramento; distributed copies of the letters; and encouraged community support. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS A. Commenting on the public participation, Councilman Pratt relayed his delight with having participated in the Santa's Breakfast event. B. Councilman Comerchero advised that Mayor Roberts and he had attended the National League of Cities Conference in Salt Lake City and noted that the number one issue among cities is the passing of the Federal government's Homeland Security Measures and, thereby, forcing cities to incur notable costs. With the concurrence of his fellow colleagues, Mr. Comerchero requested to agendize the Vehicle License Fee matter, expressing his objection to returning to former fee levels or the institution of a new tax. In closing, Mr. Comerchero invited the public to the attend the Holiday Parade, Friday, December 13, 2003. C. Having previously requested additional E.R.A.C.I.T. checkpoints during the Holiday Season, Mayor Pro Tem Stone advised that a recent checkpoint resulted in discovering a car with illegal drugs, noting that the occupants were not City residents and that such activity will not be tolerated in the City. Mr. Stone thanked Mayor Roberts for his dedication to securing funding for the City for its library; advised that the City has a shelf-ready project; that the City has set aside 30% of the project cost; noted that the State Senate and State Assembly is not viewing the City as a successful contender of this grant; thanked Ms. Mellman for her continued support of this project; and requested that the.sample letters be placed on the City's website. Commenting on the ever-growing attendance, Mr. Stone advised that he and some of his fellow colleagues attended the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. R:\Minutes\121002 3 In closing, Mayor Pro Tem Stone relayed his honor with receiving the City's 10-year service pin; thanked his colleagues and staff for their continued support; introduced his family; and wished everyone a Happy Holiday Season. D. With regard to the library grant, Mayor~ Roberts relayed his intent to obtain, for the City, a portion of the available $1 9.8 million. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Standard Ordinance and Resolution Adoption Procedure RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda. 2 Resolution Approvin.q List of Demands RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 02-115 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A 3 City Treasurer's Report RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Receive and file the City Treasurer's Report as of October 31, 2002. 4 Temecula Town Association Sponsorship Request for the 2003 Temecula Rod Run RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Approve funding for the 2003 Temecula Rod Run for actual City-support costs in the amount up to $41,152; 4.2 Approve the Temecula Rod Run Sponsorship Agreement with the Temecula Town Association and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement. (Mayor Pro Tem Stone abstained with regard to this item.) 5 Street Name Chanqe from Columbia Place to Sherbourne Place RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: R:\Minutes\121002 4 6 RESOt~UTION NO. 02-116 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA CHANGING THE STREET NAME FROM COLUMBIA PLACE TO SHERBOURNE PLACE Acceptance of Offer of Dedication - Road Purposes on Pechanqa Parkway (formerly Pala Road} as required per Conditions of Approval PA01-0521 RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 02-117 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ACCEPTING AN OFFER OF DEDICATION OF RIGHT OF WAY FOR ROAD AND UTILITY PURPOSES FOR PECHANGA PARKWAY (FORMERLY PALA ROAD) AS REQUIRED BY THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR PA01- 0521 BUT NOT ACCEPTING THAT PORTION OF STREET INTO THE CITY-MAINTAINED STREET SYSTEM AT THIS TIME 7 Winchester Road Right-of-Way Easement Bus Turnout 8 RECOMMENDATION: 7.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 02-118 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ACCEPTING A PORTION OF THE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR EASEMENT DEDICATED ON PARCEL MAP NO. 28530-1 FOR THE WINCHESTER ROAD WIDENING PROJECT TO ACCOMMODATE A BUS TURNOUT Authorize Temporary Street Closures for Temecula's Electric Liqht Parade on December 13, 20021 and deleqate authority to issue Special Events/Street Closures Permits to the Director of Public Works/City Enqineer RECOMMENDATION: 8.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: R:\Minutes\121002 5 RESOLUTION NO. 02-119 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AUTHORIZING TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURES FOR JEFFERSON AVENUE AND ABU'I-I'ING STREETS FROM RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD TO OVERLAND DRIVE AND ALSO THE LOW FLOW CROSSING AT VIA MONTEZUMA AT DIAZ ROAD FOR TEMECULA'S ELECTRIC LIGHT PARADE ON DECEMBER 13, 2002, AND AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER TO ISSUE A SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT INCLUDING STREET CLOSURES 9 Authorize Temporary Street Closures for Temecula Rod Run 2003 Event in Old Town (Old Town Front Street between Moreno Road and First Street and other related streets) RECOMMENDATION: 9.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 02-120 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURES FOR OLD TOWN FRONT STREET AND ABUTTING STREETS FROM FIRST STREET TO MORENO DRIVE EAST FOR TEMECULA ROD RUN 2003 EVENT ON FEBRUARY 15 AND 16~ 2003, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO ISSUE A PERMIT FOR THIS SPECIAL EVENT (Mayor Pro Tem Stone abstained with regard to this matter.) 10 TEA-3 Fundinq Program - French Valley Parkway Interchanqe Proiect RECOMMENDATION: 10.1 Receive and file this report concerning a potential funding opportunity for the construction of the future French Valley Parkway Interchange Project through the Federal TEA-3 Funding Program; 10.2 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 02-121 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA SUPPORTING THE JOINT EFFORTS OF THE CITIES OF TEMECULA AND MURRIETA IN REQUESTING A CONGRESSIONAL EARMARK OF TEA-3 SURFACE TRANSPORTATION FUNDS FOR THE FRENCH VALLEY PARKWAY INTERCHANGE PROJECT R:\Minutes\121002 6 11 Award of Contract for P.C. Workstations RECOMMENDATION: 11.1 Award a contract for Pentium-based computer workstations to Tech 101 - Arcus, Inc., Irvine, California, in the amount of $92,000.70. (Pulled for separate discussion; see pages 7-8.) 12 Second Readin.q of Ordinance No. 02-11 (Development Code Amendment) RECOMMENDATION: 12.1 Adopt an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 02-11 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR MODULAR STRUCTURES, ADOPTING CHAPTER 17.10 OF THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE, AND MAKING OTHER MINOR MODIFICATIONS TO THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE (PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 02-0318) MOTION: Councilman Naggar moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 - 10 and 12 (Item No. 11 was considered under separate discussin; see below). The motion was seconded by Councilman Comerchero and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Mayor Pro Tem Stone Roberts who abstained with regard to Item Nos. 4 and 9. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 11 CONSIDERED UNDER SEPARATE DISCUSSION 11 Award of Contract for P.C. Workstations RECOMMENDATION: 11.1 Award a contract for Pentium-based computer workstations to Tech 101 - Arcus, Inc., Irvine, California, in the amount of $92,000.70. Commending newly hired IS Manager Thorson on a job well done, Mayor Pro Tem Stone expressed concern with the limited number of local vendors that responded to the Request for Proposal (RFP) and suggested that the matter be continued to provide local vendors the opportunity to bid on the RFP. Reviewing the notification process of the RFP, IS Manager Thorson advised that of the nearly 50 invites, 16 bids were received of which 3 were from local vendors. For the Council, City Attorney Thorson advised that although the bid price has now been released, the City may opt to rebid in order to obtain a wider variety of vendors to bid on the product. City Manager Nelson requested that he be given the opportunity to address the matter and that the item be continued for 30 days. R:\Minutes\121002 7 MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Stone moved to continue this item for 30 days. The motion was seconded by Councilman Comerchero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. At 8:14 P M., the City Council took a short recessed and at 8:32 P.M. convened as the Temecula Community Services District and the Temecula Redevelopment Agency. The City Council Meeting resumed with regularly scheduled business at 8:41 P.M. RECONVENE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING 13 Eli Lilly & Company General Plan Amendment (PA01-0418); Specific Plan Amendment (PA02-0510); and Zone Chanqe (PA02-0509) RECOMMENDATION: 13.1 Continue this item to the January 14, 2003, City Council meeting. Because the City has already approved four General Plans for this year, as permitted by State law, City Manager Nelson requested that this matter be continued to the January 14, 2003, City Council meeting. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Stone moved to continue this item to the January 14, 2003, City Council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Comerchero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 14 Valley Christian Fellowship General Plan Amendment and Zone Change (PA02-0260) RECOMMENDATION: 14.1 Continue this item to the January 14, 2003, City Council meeting. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Stone moved to continue this item to the January 14, 2003, City Council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Comerchero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. COUNCIL BUSINESS 15 Appointment of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem of the City Council for Calendar Year 2003 RECOMMENDATION: 15.1 Entertain motions from the City Councilmembers to appoint the Mayor to preside until the end of calendar year 2003; 15.2 Entertain motions from the City Councilmembers to appoint the Mayor Pro Tem who will assume the duties of the Mayor in the Mayor's absence and hold this office until the end of calendar year 2003. MOTION: Councilman Pratt moved to appoint Mayor Pro Tern Stone as Mayor for 2003. The motion was seconded by Councilman Comerchero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. R:\Minutes\121002 8 MOTION: Mayor Roberts moved to appoint Councilman Naggar as Mayor Pro Tem for 2003. The motion was seconded by Councilman Co,.rnerchero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. Relaying his personal appreciation to Mayor Roberts for his support and friendship that he has offered to him as well as the entire City Council, Councilman Naggar thanked Mayor Roberts. 16 Temecula Citizen Corps Program RECOMMENDATION: 16.1 Approve the formation of the Temecula Citizen Corps Program. Reviewing the staff report (of record), Assistant to the City Manager Yates advised that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission has reviewed and approved, in concept, the program and has been designated as the ambassador of it. In response to Council comments, Mr. Yates noted that this program has been modeled after that of the Federal Office of Homeland Security; that the City is instrumental in this program becoming a County-wide program; and that if Homeland Security Federal funding requests were made available, specific funding would be requested for a radio communication system. Police Lieutenant Pingel outlined the components of the Temecula Citizen Corps Program, noting the following: · Involve all City neighborhoods in the program · Recruit volunteers · Create effective communication to include the Public/Traffic Safety Commission · Preparedness for preventing/handling threats of terrorism, crime, disasters, etc. · Continue traditional programs Police and Fire Department programs such as the Neighborhood Watch At this time, Lt. Pingel introduced Sergeant Waite who, in turn, commented on the upcoming recruiting efforts, commenting on the following: · Police Liaison · Community Action Patrol · Kick-off meetings- four quadrants throughout the City Relaying her support of the proposed program, Ms. CeCe Axton, 30169 Sierra Madre Drive, noted that such a program would further provide credibility and support to the Neighborhood Watch Program; noted that the success of this program will be dependent on City support as well as volunteers. Ms. Axton wished everyone a Happy Holiday Season. Commenting on the evolvement of this program, Councilman Comerchero referenced the struggling Neighborhood Watch Program. R:\Minutes\121002 9 Echoing Councilman Comerchero's comment, Councilman Naggar addressed the need to recharge the Neighborhood Watch Program and stated that police cannot be everywhere but that the neighbors can be. f MOTION: Councilman Comerchero moved to approve staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Councilman Naggar and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 17 Graffiti Ordinance (as requested by Mayor Pro Tem Stone) RECOMMENDATION: 17.1 Receive information regarding the City's Anti-Graffiti Ordinance. Principal Planner Brown reviewed the staff report (as per agenda material); referenced the City's existing ordinance; commented on its two primary components -prevention and removal; and recommended that the monitoring of the display and storage of aerosol paint containers and marking pens be transferred from the Police Department to the Code Enforcement Division. Having personally observed that some graffiti implements are not under lock and key as required, Mayor Pro Tern Stone suggested that a letter be sent to all stores carrying such implements in an effort to reacquaint individuals with the City's ordinance; to alert new residents of the City's policy on graffiti removal; and to apprise of the City's reward program to successful prosecution. It was the consensus of the City Council to receive and file the report. 18 Community Service Fundinq Proqram (as requested by Mayor Pro Tem Stone) RECOMMENDATION: 18.1 Consider a $2,500 grant award to the Temecula Valley Historical Society for the restoration of Wolf's Tomb as requested by Mayor Pro Tem Stone. Briefly highlighting the request, Mayor Pro Tem Stone invited Ms. Eve Craig to address the matter, who, by way of pictures, further elaborated on the requested funding, commenting on monies fundraised as well as individuals volunteering their time. Because a balance was retained in the program for such matters, Mayor Pro Tem Stone advised that the funding of this request would not affect next year's Community Service Funding. Councilman Naggar relayed how fortunate the City is to have a Historical Society. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Stone moved to approve a $2,500 grant award to the Temecula Valley Historical Society for the restoration of Wolf's Tomb. The motion was seconded by Councilman Comerchero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. R:\Minutes\121002 10 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Commending staff on its efforts associated with the Citizen Corps Program and the Graffiti Ordinance, City Manager Nelson advised that, at the request of Councilman Comerchero, the Vehicle License Fee matter would be agendized for the December 17, 2002, City Council meeting and that the TUMF public hearing will be rescheduled for the January 14, 2003, City Council meeting. CITY A'I-FORNEY'S REPORT City Attorney Thorson advised that there were no reportable actions. ADJOURNMENT At 9:22 P.M., the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, December 17, 2003, at 7:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Ron Roberts, Mayor R:\Minutes\121002 11