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HomeMy WebLinkAbout021192 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL HELD FEBRUARY 11, 1992 A regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order at 6:12 PM in the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol Street, Temecula, California. Mayor Patricia H. Birdsall presiding. PRESENT 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans, Moore, Mu~oz, Parks, Birdsall ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Also present were City Manager David F. Dixon, City Attorney Scott F. Field, and City Clerk June S. Greek. FXFCUTIVF SFSSlON Mayor Parks declared a recess to an executive session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956 (b) and (c) to discuss potential litigation at 6:13 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 7:10 PM in regular session by Mayor Birdsall with all members present. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Minister Sofia Sadler, Harvester Church of Temecula. PLFDC~Ir: OF ALLF~IANCF The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Mayor Pro Tern Lindemans. PROC! AMATIONS Mayor Birdsall proclaimed the month of February "Daffodil Days Month" and encouraged businesses and individual citizens to join in the program by purchasing daffodils from the American Cancer Society. City Clerk June S. Greek swore in Deborah Holliday as the new Public Safety Commissioner. PUBLIC FORUM Cathy Smyth, 44005 Northgate, addressed the City Council regarding noise and vibrations generated from the Valley Beat Nighclub. She asked that this disturbing noise be stopped. Police Chief Rick Sayre, reported this matter has been investigated and some of the problem may be due to leaving doors open. He stated residents concerns are being addressed, and if Minutes\2\ 11 \~)2 - 1 - 11/07/~)6 City Council Minutes February 11. 1992 the noise persists another solution will be sought. He also stated that concerns identified by Mayor Pro Tern Lindemans regarding safety windows have been addressed. Sydney Vernon, 30268 Mersey Court, requested a new position, an Ombudsman, whose chief task would be to provide another channel for the public, be created. He suggested this person should have direct access to all department heads and report to the City Manager. Coralyn Knopp, 41843 Shorewood Court, representing the Union for a River Greenbelt Environment (URGE), requested that the Council consider funding a study by Professor Lund at the University of California, Davis, on alternate flood control methods. Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans explained that RANPAC Engineering is currently doing a study, working primarily on hydraulics, at no cost to the City. CONSr:NT CA! !::NDAR Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans the decrease of $422,000 in local transportation funds by the State which is detailed in Item 5, is unacceptable, and asked that the Finance Officer follow up on that issue in writing. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Moore to approve Consent Calendar Items 1-8. The motion was unanimously carried. 1. Standard Ordinance Adoption Procedure 1.1 Waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda. 2. Minutes 2.1 Approve the minutes of January 28, 1992. 3. Resolution Approving List of Demands 3.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 92-03 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A 4. Approval of Service Agreement - Designating Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer 4.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: Minutes\2\11\92 -2- 11/07/96 City Council Minutes Februarv 11. 1992 o RESOLUTION NO. 92-04 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DESIGNATING JUDICIAL ARBITRATION AND MEDIATION SERVICES, INC. (J.A.M.S.) AS HEARING OFFICER FOR NUISANCE ABATEMENT PROCEEDINGS Statement of Revenues and Exl~enditures for Six Months Ended December 31. 1991 5.1 Receive and file report. Fiscal Year 1991-97 Mid-Year Budget Review 6.1 Approve the Mid-year Budget as set forth in Attachment "A", which the Finance Committee has reviewed and approved. 6.2 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 92-05 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 1991-92 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR CHANGES IN ESTIMATED REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS Accel~tance of Public Iml~rovements in Tract No. 73178 7.1 Accept the Public Improvements in Tract No. 23128 7.2 Authorize the reduction of street, sewer and water bonds and accept the maintenance bonds in the reduced amounts. 7.3 Approve the subdivision agreement and direct the City Clerk to so advise the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Resolution Endorsing an Al~l~lication for an Urban Streams Restoration Grant 8.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 92-06 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ENDORSING AN APPLICATION FOR AN URBAN STREAMS RESTORATION GRANT, CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTING A GRANT IF OFFERED AND DESIGNATING CONTRACT MANAGER AND FISCAL AGENT Minutes\2\11 \92 -3- 11/07/96 Citv Council Minutes February 11. 1992 PUB! IC H!:ARINGS 9. Change of 7one 19-Expansion of Old Town Historic Area Boundaries Director of Planning Gary Thornhill presented the staff report. Councilmember Parks asked what restrictions would be placed on those properties south of Santiago Road. Mr. Thornhill stated they would be subject to review by the Old Town Architectural Committee but explained that zoning in the South would be transitional and different from that in Old Town proper. Mayor Birdsall opened the public hearing at 8:40 PM. Don Nelson, Chevron Products Company, P.O. Box 2833, La Habra, requested that his commercial property on the North Side of Rancho California Road, not be included in the Historical District He explained he believes the entry into Old Town starts when making a left hand turn from Rancho California Road to Front Street and his service station is on the right. Faye Glover, 28801 Pujol Street, Manager Temecula Villas Apartments, asked if being included in the Historical District would enhance the area? Evelyn Harker, 31130 South General Kearny Road, spoke in favor of extending the overlay on Pujol Street south to the point where the Western Corridor is planned to come in. Mayor Birdsall closed public hearing at 8:46 PM. Director of Planning Thornhill stated in regards to the Chevron Station parcel, the natural gateway is probably as you make a left hand turn, and it makes sense to eliminate the two lots north of Rancho California Road. Councilmember Parks asked if there is an opportunity for property owners to obtain low interest loans if they are in the Old Town Historic Area. City Manager Dixon explained there are programs the City can establish in the form of grants and low interest loans that can be used in a Redevelopment Area. He stated he has seen architectural standards imposed that are tied to grants and loans, which have been successful. Mayor Birdsall stated that the Main Street Program will also have a bearing on the revitalization of Old Town. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans to approve staff recommendation with an amendment to the boundaries to exempt the two Minutes\2\11 \92 -4- 11107190 CiW Council Minutes February 11. 1992 parcels north of Rancho California Road and Front Street and the parcel at the south- east corner of Rancho California Road and Front Street. 9.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 92-07 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING CHANGE OF ZONE NO. 19 TO EXPAND THE OLD TOWN HISTORICAL DISTRICT BOUNDARY The motion was unanimously carried. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Moore to read by title only and introduce an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 92-02 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA, EXPANDING THE OLD TOWN HISTORICAL DISTRICT BOUNDARY The motion was unanimously carried. 10. Change of 7one 5631 - Tentative Tract 25320 Bedford Prol~erties It was move by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans to continue Change of Zone No. 5631 and Vesting Tentative Tract Map 25320 to March 10, 1992. The motion was unanimously carried. RFCFSS Mayor Birdsall called a recess at 8:00 PM to accommodate the previously scheduled Community Services District meeting. The meeting was reconvened following the CSD Meeting at 8:18 PM. 11. ADI3eal No. lB. Administrative Plot Plan 199 - Creekside Car Care Center (Appeal of a Planning Commission denial of a 45 foot high freeway sign) Director of Planning Gary Thornhill presented the staff report. Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans stated that in November it was suggested that the applicant contact Caltrans regarding a freeway sign, (Gas, Food, Lodging) at the 1-15/Highway 79 Minutos\2\l 1\82 -5- 11/O7/96 City Council Minutes February 11. 1992 south off ramp, and asked if this suggestion had been followed up. Mr. Thornhill stated that to his knowledge the applicant did not pursue this type of sign. Mayor Birdsall opened the public hearing at 8:28 PM. Lou Kashmere, 19555 Camino de Paz, Murrieta, applicant, requested that the City Council allow a 45 foot sign to be placed on his property to allow visibility from the freeway. He explained that without a sign it will be very difficult to begin a successful business and a 45 foot sign is allowed under the current zoning ordinance. Councilmember Muhoz asked why the applicant had not contacted Caltrans for a "Gas, Food, Lodging" freeway sign. Mr. Kashmere stated that a sign currently exists but it is covered by trees and he had hoped to work with staff on a sign advertising Old Town. Larry Markham, 41750 Winchester Road, Ste N, representing the applicant, stated when Mr. Kashmere purchased the property he did so with the understanding that 45 ft. sign would be permitted since his property is no more than 650 feet from the freeway. He stated the sign across the freeway is 35 feet high and due to the elevation of the property will appear to be approximately the same height. Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans stated that since the applicant is willing to work with the City a 55 foot sign, with review in two years should be permitted. Director of Planning Thornhill stated a request for a variance has not been filed and the only action the Council can take would be to allow a 45 foot sign. City Attorney Field stated it is much more difficult to have a sign removed than to prohibit the usage from the beginning. Mayor Birdsall closed the public hearing at 8:57 PM. Councilmember Moore said she is opposed to this sign since she feels it will not be consistent with the City's General Plan when it is completed. Councilmember Parks stated he is in favor of granting this appeal since a 45 foot sign is allowed under the current ordinance and it is vital for the success of this business. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans to grant the appeal and allow a 45 foot sign for a period of two years and suggest to the applicant that he file a variance for a 55 foot sign. Mayor Parks stated he is opposed for limiting the sign for two years and stated he feels the 45 foot sign should be allowed, without a time limit being imposed. Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans amended his motion, seconded by Councilmember Parks to adopt a modified resolution which grants the appeal and allows the installation of a 45 foot high sign. Minutes\2\11\92 -6- 11/07/96 Citv Council Minutes Februarv 11. 1992 RESOLUTION NO. 92-08 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA GRANTING APPEAL NO. 18, ADMINISTRATIVE PLOT PLAN NO. 192, TO INSTALL A 45 FOOT HIGH FREEWAY SIGN AT AN APPROVED AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE FACILITY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHERLY TERMINUS OF FRONT STREET AND HIGHWAY 79 SOUTH, 29115 FRONT STREET The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans, Parks, Birdsall NOES: 2 COUNCILMEMBERS: Moore, Muhoz ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Councilmember Mu~oz stated he voted against the motion since no time limit was imposed and it may jeopardize the appearance of the community. COUNCIL RUSlNFSS 12. Amendment to City Municil~al Code - Fire Hydrant Parking Distances Police Chief Rick Sayre presented the staff report. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Moore to approve staff recommendation as follows: 13. 12.1 Introduce and read by title only an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 92-03 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING CHAPTER 12.08 AT SECTION 12.08.223 REGARDING PARKING IN FRONT OF FIRE HYDRANTS The motion was unanimously carried. /~peal of Planning Commission Decision - ,Z~l~eal No. 71 - Plot Plan No. 86 - Revised No. I Director of Planning Gary Thornhill presented the staff report. Minutes\2\11\92 -7- 11/07/96 Citv Council Minutes February 11. 1992 Thomas Unglaub, 28739 D¥on Court, Menifee, representing Inland Valley Cablevision, stated the generator is necessary to provide reliable and additional cable service to Temecula. Councilmember Parks asked when the generator would be used. Mr. Unglaub answered that it would be used only during outages and once a week test would be conducted during business hours. Christian Nyby, 41395 Bitter Creek Road, spoke in opposition to the addition of a structure and generator on La Serena Way. John Cloughen, 41304 Bravos Court, Ridgeview Homeowners Association, spoke against the expansion of facilities, and stated that notification of surrounding residents is not sufficient. Thelma Nyby, 41395 Bitter Creek Road, spoke in opposition of the addition and stated a sign was posted on the site, but was removed after only a few hours. Evelyn Harker, 31130-85 So. General Kearny Road, stated she lives in the mobile park behind the site and she received no notification. Frank Oxandabourn, 30909 Calle Pina Colada, spoke in opposition to the proposed addition. Councilmember Mu~oz asked the applicant if Inland Valley Cable has future plans for expansion. Mr. Unglaub stated at the present time there are no plans for expansion. Councilmember Mu~oz asked if a roof over the facility would further mitigation the noise problem. Jerry Sander, Director of Engineering of Inland Cable, responded that roofing would probably result in more noise. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Moore to approve staff recommendation follows: 13.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 92-09 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AFFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO APPROVE PLOT PLAN NO. 86, REVISED NO. 1 TO CONSTRUCT A 225 SQUARE FOOT ADDITION TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE, A 120 SQUARE FOOT GENERATOR PAD (WITH GENERATOR) AND A 1,000 GALLON PROPANE TANK SITE (WITH PROPANE TANK) ON A PARCEL CONTAINING .68 ACRES LOCATED AT 30975 LA SERENA WAY (EAST SIDE OF LA SERENA WAY, APPROXIMATELY 500 FEET NORTH OF Minutes\2\11\92 -8- 11/O7/96 Citv Council Minutes February 11. 1992 SOUTH GENERAL KEARNY ROAD) AND KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 946-050-015 The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Moore, Parks, Birdsall NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Mu~oz ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: I COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans Councilmember Mu~oz stated he voted "no" in support of the surrounding residents and their concerns. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Parks to extend the meeting until 10:30 PM. The motion was unanimously carried. R;C~SS Mayor Birdsall called a recess at 10:13 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 10:21 PM with all members present. 14. City Promotional Program Councilmember Muhoz stated he placed this item on the agenda for clarification of the program and the expenditure of $260,000. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Parks to extend the meeting until 11:00 PM. The motion was unanimously carried. Councilmember Mu~oz asked if a specific amount of money has been set aside to promote Old Town. Councilmember Moore stated that this campaign is directed mainly at attracting business. She stated other specific programs, such as the Main Street Program, will specifically address Old Town. Councilmember Parks requested that a periodic report be made to Council updating the progress of this program. City Manager Dixon detailed the magazine ads to be placed and the groups which they are targeted to attract, and production of a video. He stated that two members of the Council have been working on this committee, Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans and Councilmember Moore. He stated that "mock ads" and a theme are now available and these will be brought before the entire Council. Minutes\2\11\92 -9- 11/07/96 City Council Minutes February 11. 1992 It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Parks to extend the meeting until 11:00 PM. The motion was unanimously carried. CITY MANAR!=R R!=PORTS None given. CITY ATTORN!=Y R!=PORTS None given. CITY COUNCl! R!=PORTS Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans requested that the Planning staff add a check-off to the development checklist contained in staff reports that indicates if a project is consistent with the specific plan or the City's future General Plan. Mayor Birdsall announced she will be available to meet with citizens in the Community Center on the second and fourth Monday preceding City Council Meetings, from 1-4 PM. She stated that appointments will not be scheduled and citizens will be seen on a first come/first served basis. ADJOURNMFNT It was moved by Councilmember Moore, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans to adjourn at 11:04 PM to a meeting on February 25, 1992, 7:00 PM, Temecula Community Center. ATTEST: --Patricia H. Birdsall, Mayor [SEAL] Minutee\2\l 1 \82 -10- 11/07/96