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HomeMy WebLinkAbout082807 CC Minutes I MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 28, 2007 The City Council convened in closed session at 6:00 p.m. and its regular meeting commenced at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, August 28, 2007, in the City Council Chambers ofTemecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Present: Council Members: Comerchero, Edwards, Roberts, Washington Absent: Council Members: Naggar. PRELUDE MUSIC The prelude music was provided by Taylin 1m. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Pastor Leon Franklin of Living Word Church. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The pledge of allegiance was presented by Council Member Comerchero. PRESENT ATIONS/PROCLAMA TIONS I Certificate of Appreciation to Walt Allen for his service on the Old Town Local Review Board For his many contributions, Mayor Washington presented outgoing Board Member Allen with a Certificate of Appreciation for his nearly nine years of dedicated service to the Old Town Local Review Board. Accepting the Certificate of Appreciation, Mr. Allen relayed that he has enjoyed his time on the Old Town Local Review Board and thanked the City Council for the recognition. PUBLIC COMMENT A. Ms. Claudia Keaton, Temecula, expressed concern with the uncontrolled growth of the Farmer's Market. B. Mr. Doc Lane, Temecula, requested that the City Council explore the opportunity to revitalize the Murrieta Creek by implementing a riverwalk with specialty shops and restaurants and requested that an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) with regard to the future Civic Center in Old Town be implemented. C. Ms. Linda Del Rio, Temecula, expressed concern with the potential closure of Sixth Street, commenting on the impact it would have on her business, especially on the weekend. I D. Mr. Richard Leigh, Murrieta, expressed concern with the Old Town Farmer's Market turning into a flea market. R:IMinutesl082807 I I I E. Also expressing concern with the growth of vendors of the Farmer's Market, Ms. Carol Stout stated that she had an opportunity to review the licensing agreement between the Redevelopment Agency and the Farmer's Market Management, Inc., advising that the agreements permits no more than 20 craft vendors and that 10 of these vendors may be reserved on a first right of refusal by the Old Town merchants; and requested that the City and Management, Inc. abide by its rules and conditions of the agreement. F. Ms. Evelyn Honeu, Temecula, read a letter written by the Old Town Temecula Business Association with regard to the Farmer's Markel/Flea Market in Old Town. G. Ms. Lorena Spencer, Temecula, clarified that the Old Town merchants would not be against a Farmer's Market but do object to the Flea Market vendors. H. Mr. Stephen Eldred, Temecula, requested that the City uphold the license agreement between the Redevelopment Agency and Farmer's Market Management, Inc. I. Mr. John Dedovesh, Temecula, requested that red light cameras be installed at key intersections to address red light violators. J. Mr. Steve Phillips, Temecula, expressed concern with the Reserve at Crowne Hill, advising that the developer has not met all the Conditions of Approval and would request that the City take action to resolve the issues in the Crowne Hill community. Referencing Mr. Phillips' concern, Assistant City Manager Johnson stated that many of the conditions have been satisfied by the developer and that staff will ensure that the remaining conditions are met and advised that it would be the City's intent to resolve the issues at the Reserve. K. Mr. Jon Billings, Temecula, also expressed concern with the lack of inspections with the builder of the Reserve at Crowne Hill and would request City support. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS A. Having been approached by representatives of Uljin Gun, South Korea, Council Member Roberts advised of this town's desire to become a Sister City of the City of Temecula. With the City already having two Sister Cities, Mr. Roberts forwarded the information for Council consideration/discussion. Council Member Roberts advised that Governor Schwarzenegger has cut funds that would aid local governments as it relates to tribal casinos; that the Governor cited a state audit that raised questions as to how such monies were being utilized, including the issue of monies being utilized for projects unrelated to tribal casino impacts. Council Member Roberts requested that a letter be drafted regarding the issue and sent to the Governor B. Concurring with Council Member Roberts' request to send a letter to the Governor, Council Member Comerchero advised that the statement made by the Governor would not be accurate, stating that such money should be used to mitigate local impacts, not to balance the State budget. In response to Ms. Del Rio, Council Member Comerchero clarified that the proposal to close Sixth Street would only be a proposal at this time and will be considered under its own application, relaying that the City would not deny access to a business or a residence without providing another access to where the business could continue. R:\Minutesl082807 2 I I I C. Council Member Edwards concurred with the submittal of a letter to the Governor regarding the City's opposition to the Governor's intent to cut funds with regard to tribal casino monies. Referencing the special meeting held on Tuesday, August 21, 2007, regarding the Phase 2 Murrieta Creek improvements, Council Member Edwards relayed that although it will be difficult to secure funds in the budget, the City will continue to diligently work to secure as much funding as possible and requested that the Murrieta Creek Subcommittee attend a Riverside County Board of Supervisors' meeting in an effort to raise the matter to a higher priority level. For Mayor Washington, City Manager Nelson advised that staff will create a presentation that will simulate the impacts of a 100-year storm and to justify the funding necessary to this project and noted that a river walk proposal at this time would not be favorable. D. Mayor Washington noted that the City has previously reviewed a presentation with regard to implementing red light cameras in the City of Temecula; that, at that time, it was determined to not implement such cameras; and that if determined otherwise, the City Council would be willing to analyze the possibility of implementing red light cameras at major intersections. Commenting on Mayor Washington's remarks, City Manager Nelson advised that there has been a significant drop in red light runners; that the new Police Chief is committed to continuing heavy enforcement at key intersections throughout the City; that the red light cameras would not be able to help with other types of violations throughout the City; and that placing officers at the key intersections would assist with the issue of red light runners as well as other law enforcement issues. Mayor Washington relayed that the City Council fully supports its Old Town merchants and its Farmer's Market in Old Town and, therefore, will continue to work through the issues with the merchants as well as the Farmer's Market. Mayor Washington also invited the public to attend the Sixth Annual Temecula On Stage, Saturday, September 1, 2007, from 6:00 p.m. to 11 :00 p.m. featuring B/ood Sweat and Tears. 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 Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Approve the minutes of August 14, 2007. R:IMinutesl082807 3 I I I 3 Resolution approvina List of Demands RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 07-67 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A 4 Approve the Sponsorship Reauest for the 2007 Temecula Fall Rod Run and Fundina Aareement RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Approve the event sponsorship agreement for actual City-support costs in the amount up to $32,395 for the 2007 Temecula Fall Rod Run and authorize the Mayor to execute the following agreement. 5 Third Amendment to AQreement for Law Enforcement Services RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 Approve the Third Amendment to the Agreement for Law Enforcement Services between the County of Riverside and the City of Temecula to include adding five patrol Officers, one unsupported Gang Task Force Officer, two dedicated Sergeants, two Community Service Officer II (CSO II) positions, and one Community Service Officer I (CSO I). 6 Participation in the Western Riverside Countv Clean Cities Coalition RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 07-68 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AUTHORIZING THE PARTICIPATION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA IN THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLEAN CITIES COALITION 7 Riverside Countv Gana Task Force Proaram Addendum to Memorandum of Understandina RECOMMENDATION: 7.1 Approve the Riverside Gang Task Force Program Addendum to Memorandum of Understanding. R:IMinutesl082807 4 I I I 8 Acceptance of certain Public Streets into the Citv-Maintained Svstem within Tract Map Nos. 26828. 26828-1. and 26828-2 (Located northeasterlv of the intersection of Nicolas Road and Joseph Road) RECOMMENDATION: 8.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 07- 69 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ACCEPTING CERTAIN PUBLIC STREETS INTO THE CITY-MAINTAINED SYSTEM (WITHIN TRACT MAP NOS. 26828, 26828-1 AND 26828-2) 9 Authorize Temporarv Street Closures for the 2007 Temecula Fall Rod Run Event (Old Town Front Street. between Moreno Road and Second Street. and other related streets) RECOMMENDATION: 9.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 07-70 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA, AUTHORIZING STREET CLOSURES FOR THE 2007 TEMECULA FALL ROD RUN EVENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO ISSUE A PERMIT FOR THIS SPECIFIC SPECIAL EVENT 10 Furniture Purchase Associated with the Maintenance Facilitv/Field Operations Center- Phase II. Proiect No. PW03-06 RECOMMENDATION: 10.1 Approve a Purchase and Installation Agreement with GM Business Interiors in the amount of $188,166.60 for the Maintenance Facility/Field Operations Center and authorize the Mayor to execute the purchase agreement; 10.2 Authorize the City Manager to approve change orders not to exceed the contingency amount of $5,000, which is equal to 2.6% of the contract amount. 11 Police Department OTS Grant Fundina RECOMMENDATION: 11.1 Increase estimated General Fund Grant Revenue by $102,994; 11.2 Appropriate $102,994 from General Fund Grant Revenue to the Police Department. R:\Minutesl082807 5 I I I 12 Chanae in Location for the September 11. 2007 Citv Council MeetinQ RECOMMENDATION: 12.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 07-71 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA CHANGING THE LOCATION OF THE SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 CITY COUNCIL MEETING TO THE TEMECULA DUCK POND, LOCATED AT 28250 RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD, TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA 13 Approve Purchase and Maintenance Aareement For Citv Banners with Kellev Displav. Inc. RECOMMENDATION: 13.1 Approve the Purchase and Maintenance Agreement for City Banners with Kelley Display, Inc. in the amount of $47,645. 14 Seismic Warnina Svstems AQreement RECOMMENDATION: 14.1 Approve an agreement with Seismic Warning Systems, Inc. in the amount of $75,963.75 to furnish and install a Quake Guard Seismic Warning System at City Fire Stations 73, 92, and 95. 14.2 Approve 10% contingency and allow the City Manager to execute change orders. MOTION: Council Member Comerchero moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Council Member Edwards seconded the motion and voice vote reflected aDDroval with the exception of Mayor Pro Tem Naggar who was absent. RECONVENE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL BUSINESS 23 Sphere of Influence - Fiscal Impact Analvsis RECOMMENDATION 23.1 Receive and file the Sphere of Influence Fiscal Impact Analysis Report prepared by Stanley R. Hoffman Associates; 23.2 Provide policy direction that City staff will consider annexations only if they are financially feasible and which do not create a negative financial impact to the City of Temecula. R:IMinutesl082807 6 I I I Director of Finance Roberts introduced Mr. Stanley R. Hoffman of Hoffman & Associates. By way of PowerPoint Presentation, Mr. Hoffman highlighted the following aspects of the report: . Purpose . Methodology . Map of the Zones . Population Growth By Zones . Employment Growth By Zones . Commercial Retail Growth Sq. Ft. By Zone . Office Sq. Ft. Growth By Zone . Industrial Sq. Ft. Growth By Zone . Existing Fiscal Impacts By Zone . Fiscal Impacts After Build out By Zone . Fiscal Impacts for All Zones . Property Tax in Lieu of LVF. In closing, City Manager Nelson thanked Mr. Hoffman for his presentation; relayed that the information provided will create a roadmap for the City; noted that there would be two critical factors associated with the Sphere of Influence -- timing of future retail development and AB 1602; and relayed that staff will be working with the City's lobbyist and will provide a follow-up report to the City Council in six to nine months. In response to Council Member Comerchero's question, Mr. Hoffman noted that the demonstration of jobs in his presentation illustrates the point that non-residential growth is lagging behind the residential; and that retail and industrial have a strong revenue generating potential, making staff aware of the components of the jobs. Mayor Washington relayed the importance of the residents understanding the associated cost with providing City services to its residents and that a significant amount of the City's budget is attained from sales tax. In response to Mayor Washington's question, Mr. Hoffman stated that because the sales tax revenue for the Silverhawk Community is already allocated to the City, therefore, it was not included in the analysis. A. Mr. David Lander, representing the Silverhawk Area Coalition, thanked Mr. Hoffman, City Manager Nelson, and staff for their efforts with the proposed annexation. B. Mr. Wayne Hall, Temecula, expressed concern with the amount of development in the hills of the SilverhawklWinchester area, relaying that brush fires could be a concern with homes on the hill. The City Council thanked Mr. Hoffman and staff for their efforts with regard to the Sphere of Influence Analysis. MOTION: Council Member Roberts moved to receive and file this report and to support the annexations only if they were financially feasible and do not create a negative impact to the City. Council Member Comerchero seconded the motion and electronic vote reflected approval with the exceDtion of Mayor Pro Tem Naggar who was absent. R:\Minutesl082807 7 I I I DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS 24 Economic Development Department Report 25 Plannina Department Monthlv Report 26 Citv Council Travel/Conference Report - Julv 2007 27 Public Works Department Monthlv Report 28 Police Department Monthlv Report CITY MANAGER REPORT No additional comments. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT With respect to Closed Session, City Attorney Thorson advised that there was no formal action to report. ADJOURNMENT At 8:36 p.m. the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, September 11, 2007, commencing at 7:00 p.m. at the Temecula Duck Pond. [SEAL] R:IMinutesl082807 8