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HomeMy WebLinkAbout060893 CC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL HELD JUNE 8, 1993 A regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order on Tuesday, June 8, 1993, 7:20 P.M. at the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol Street, Temecula, California. Mayor J. Sal Muiioz presiding. PRESENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Mufioz ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Also present were City Manager David F. Dixon, Assistant City Manager Harwood Edvalson, City Attorney Scott F. Field, City Clerk June S. Greek and Recording Secretary Gail Zigier. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Pastor Sofia Sadler, Harvester Church of Temecula. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the flag salute by Mayor Pro Tem Roberts. PRESENTATIONSJ PROCLAMATIONS None PUBLIC COMMENTS Pat Keller, P.O. Box 521, Temecula, California, addressed the Council expressing her concern for the need for alternative transportation sources in the valley and suggested that the proposed Western Bypass Corridor should be used for a light rail corridor. Mayor Mufioz suggested that Pat Keller be appointed to the Transportation NOW Committee which has an objective to get volunteers from the different local communities who can offer new ideas to those people who are dealing with the transportation issues and to encourage the communities to take advantage of alternative transportation. CCMIN06/08/93 -1- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8, 1993 CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Pro Tem Roberts requested Item No. 7 be removed from Consent Calendar for discussion. It was moved by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve Consent Calendar Items No. 1 - 6, and 8 - 1 0 as follows: 1 .Standard Ordinance Adoption Procedure RECOMMENDATION: 1.1Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda. 2.Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 2.1Approve the minutes of May 1 1, 1993; 2.2Approve the minutes of May 25, 1 993; 3.Resolution A12i3rovinci List of Demands RECOMMENDATION: 3.1Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 93-44 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A 4.City Treasurer's Report RECOMMENDATION: 4.1Receive and file report. CCMIN06/08/93 -2- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8. 1993 5.Budget Adoustment for Microfilm Purchase and Insurance Internal Fund RECOMMENDATION: 5.1Approve a residual equity transfer of $69,520,00 from General Fund Un- designated Fund Balance to the Copy Center Internal Service Fund Account for the purchase of microfilm reproductive equipment. 5.2Appropriate $40,000 from the Insurance Internal Service Fund to Account No. 300-199-999-5207- Claims. 6.Resolution Designating City's Acient for Obtaining Federal Disaster Assistance RECOMMENDATION: 6.1Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 93-45 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DESIGNATING AN AGENT TO ACT IN THE CITY'S BEHALF FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING CERTAIN FEDERAL ASSISTANCE 8.Award of Weed Abatement Services RECOMMENDATION: 8.1Award a contract for weed abatement services on an as-needed basis to: Smith Tractor Services (Primary Contractor) and Rory Rieck (Secondary Contractor) 8.2Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the appropriate agreements. 9.Cooperative Agreement with County of Riverside for the Community Development Block Grant Program RECOMMENDATION: 9.1Approve the three-year cooperative agreement with the County of Riverside for the administration of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. CCMIN06108/93 -3- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8, 1993 SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES 10.Temporary Si_qn Ordinance RECOMMENDATION: 10.1Read by title only and adopt an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 93-12 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING PORTIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 348 AND 92-16 PERTAINING TO THE REGULATION OF TEMPORARY SIGNS The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Muiioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 7.General Plan Contract Amendment for Supplemental Work Performed in Con*unction with Completion of the General Plan Mayor Pro Tem Roberts questioned why the Council continues to be asked to approve additional funds for contracts that have been awarded. Planning Director Gary Thornhill explained that additional meetings have been required to complete the public hearing process. Director Thornhill stated that staff has verified the amendments to the contract and all funds are justified. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve staff recommendation as follows: 7.1Amend the General Plan Contract by $27,750. for the completion of the Work Program. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Mui)oz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CCMIN06/08/93 -4- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8, 1993 PUBLIC HEARINGS 11.Development Processing Fees Mary Jane McLarney presented the staff report. Mayor Muiioz questioned the fee schedule for Item No. 43 Minor Events and Item No. 44 Major Events shown on Page 29. Planning Director Gary Thornhill advised that the fees were reversed in error. Mayor Mufioz opened the public hearing at 7:45 P.M. Russell Rumansoff, 27349 Jefferson Avenue, Temecula, representing the Economic Development Corporation Expediting Committee, stated that the Committee applauds the City for the decreases in fees, however, expressed opposition to an increase in fees based on the current economic environment. Director Thornhill advised the Council that Page 61 should be amended to read Commercial/Industrial "Parcel Map". It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Stone to approve staff recommendation correcting the fee schedule for minor and major events shown on Page 29 and a correction under "Application" on Page 61 to read Commercial/industrial Parcel Map, as follows: 1 1.1Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 93-46 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ADOPTING A DEVELOPMENT PROCESSING FEE STRUCTURE FOR PLANNING, ENGINEERING AND BUILDING SAFETY SERVICES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 90-81 The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Muiioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CCMIN06/08/93 -5- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8. 1993 12.Appeal of Planning Commission Decision - PA-93-0038 - Minor CUP Councilmember Birdsall stepped down due to a conflict of interest. Planning Director Gary Thornhill presented the staff report. Mayor Mui)oz opened the public hearing at 7:55 P.M. Charles Bell, 113 E. Bay Avenue, Newport Beach, California, one of the property owners, questioned the Planning Commission denial of the use, based on its proximity to the skating rink and the Teen Recreation Center, when the Teen Recreation Center is within 200 feet of an off-site sale of liquor establishment. Mr. Bell stated that he feels the applicant is providing adequate provisions for control and that he has had no complaints from any of the other business owners in the business park. Stosan Mitich, 28822 Front Street, Temecula, asked for the Council's approval of the CUP. Mr. Mitich stated that he is unclear as to the reason behind the Planning Commission denial based on the club's close proximity to the skating rink and the Teen Center, when a country western night club for ages 21 and over will be opening within 200 feet north of the Teen Center. Mr. Mitich stated that most of the night club attendees would be arriving and leaving after the close of business at the Teen Center and skating rink. Charles Mitich, 28822 Front Street, Temecula, advised the Council that because the teen night club was not successful, he is pursuing a permit to sell alcohol and will operate as an adult night club. Councilmember Parks expressed a concern that the location of the club is affecting its success. Mayor Mufioz stated that he feels the proposed project is a valid consideration. Mayor Mufioz stated that the Teen Center will be moving into the CRC building upon completion of construction and will no longer present a concern. Mayor Muiioz stated that he feels more economic activity is needed on South Front Street and added that the applicant has always been cooperative and worked closely with the City and the Police Department to address any concerns or situations that have arisen. Councilmember Stone suggested that the applicant be given a six month trial period to monitor their progress and/or any problems they may have. City Attorney Scott Field advised the Council that if they apply a six month renewal to the CUP they will need to establish more of a track record upon which to base a recommendation for denial. Director Thornhill suggested that an automatic renewal be applied to the CUP, however CCMIN06/08/93 -6- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8, 1993 if problems arise, the CUP would then require Council approval for renewal. Councilmember Stone stated that the Conditions of Approval should address noise levels. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ron Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Stone to continue PA-93-0038 Minor CUP for two weeks to allow staff to prepare the necessary conditions of approval. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Parks, Roberts, Stone, Muiioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall 1 7. Boys and Girls Club Funding RECOMMENDATION: 1 7.1 Approve loan agreement of $374,846 with the Boys and Girls Club for construction of the Boys and Girls Club Facility. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Stone to continue Item No. 1 7 to the meeting of June 22, 1 993, at the request of the applicant. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Parks, Roberts, Stone, Mufioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall 19.Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Reciuest for Grant - Tourism Advertising RECOMMENDATION: 19.1Consider the request of the Tourism Council of the Temecula Valley Chamber CCMIN06/08/93 -7- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8, 1993 of Commerce for $5,000 to be used in an advertising campaign which will be coordinated with the Vintner's Association. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Stone to continue Item No. 1 9 to the meeting of June 22, 1993, at the request of the applicant. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Parks, Roberts, Stone, MuPioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall Mayor Mufioz declared a recess at 8:25 P.M. The meeting was reconvened at 9:1 5 P.M. following the scheduled Community Services District and Redevelopment Agency meetings. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Stone to add agenda Item No. 21, Appointment of Citizen Representative to Murrieta Creek Advisory Committee. ADDED TO THE AGENDA BASED ON EMERGENCY NEED 21.Appointment of Citizen Representative to Murrieta Creek Advisory Committee - Mayor MuFloz asked that the Council appoint a citizen to serve on the Murrieta Creek Advisory Committee and suggested Lou Kashmere to the Council. Lou Kashmere accepted the appointment. It was moved by Mayor Mufloz, seconded by Councilmember Parks to appoint Lou Kashmere to the Murrieta Creek Advisory Committee. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Muiioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 13.Five-year Approval Period for Plot Plans, Public Use Permits, and Conditional Use Permits CCMIN06/08/93 -8- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8, 1993 Planning Director Gary Thornhill presented the staff report. Mayor Mufioz opened the public hearing at 9:25 P.M. Richard Alvarez, 27510 Senna Court, Temecula, advised the Council that upon submitting a Plot Plan for a parcel located at Calle Cortez and Las Haciendas, he was notified of water contamination on the parcel as a result of problems from a neighboring project. Mr. Alvarez asked that the Council, approve the establishment of a grace period for projects which have expired. City Attorney Scott Field suggested that a remedy may be to establish a period of time which a property owner can revive an expired plot plan for the same fee as applying for a permit. Russell Rumansoff, 27349 Jefferson Avenue, Temecula, representing the Economic Development Corporation Expediting Committee, expressed support of the recommendation. Mayor Mufioz declared a recess at 9:37 P.M. to change the tape. The meeting reconvened at 9:40 P.M. 1 6.No Smoking Ordinance - City Parks It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Stone to continue Agenda Item No. 16 to the meeting of July 13, 1993. The motion was unanimously carried. 1 3.Five-year Approval Period for Plot Plans, Public Use Permits, and Conditional Use Permits - Continued It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Stone to approve staff recommendation as follows: 1 3.1 Direct staff to prepare an Ordinance allowing for two additional one-year extensions of time for plot plans, public use permits and conditional use permits. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Mufioz CCMIN06/08/93 -9- 6/11193 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8, 1993 NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None 14.Develor)ment Agreement No. 91 -01, Chancle of Zone No. 21, Tentative Parcel Mar) No. 27314 - (Linfield School) Gary Thorhill advised the Council that the applicant was not present and recommended that the Item be continued to the meeting of July 13, 1993. Mayor Mufioz opened the public hearing at 9:45 P.M. Carmine Latrecchia, 31 533 Corte Pacheco, Temecula, asked the Council to review proposed access to the project and suggested that access to the Linfield School athletic fields and the proposed project be at Rancho Vista Road and Via El Greco. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Stone to continue Agenda Item No. 14 to the meeting of July 13, 1993. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Mufioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCIL BUSINESS 1 5.Temecula Shuttle - General Public Dial-A-Ride Proposal Public Works Director Tim Serlet presented the staff report. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Stone to extend the meeting at 1 0:00 P.M. to 1 1:00 P.M. The motion was unanimously carried. Mayor Mui)oz opened the public hearing at 1 0:00 P.M. Ed Dool, Vice President of Temecula Shuttle, 28657 Front Street, Suite A, Temecula, presented the General Public Dial-A-Ride proposal. Mayor Pro Tem Roberts asked if the two Dial-A-Ride vans would be registered to the CCMIN06/08/93 -10- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8, 1993 City. Mr. Dool stated that the vans could be registered to the City and leased by the operator. He added that the insurance would be provided by the operator. Director Serlet advised that he has received three phone calls from individuals who are interested in bidding on this program. Cathy Bechtel, representing the RCTC, advised the Council that this proposal must be presented to the Transportation Commission by the City. Ms. Bechtel explained the transportation funding programs available. Bill Harker, 31130 General Kearney Road, Temecula, speaking on behalf of the Temecula Town Association, expressed their support of the plan but advised they had not considered the financial feasibility of the plan. Lou Kashmere, 2991 5 Front Street, Temecula, expressed support of the proposal by Mr. Dool. Mike Thesing, 30291 Via Brisa, Temecula, expressed support of the proposal by Mr. Dool. Robert L. Mobley, 21 376 Austin Street, Wildomar, owner of a taxi business servicing the Temecula and Lake Elsinore area, spoke in opposition to Mr. Dool's request for City funds to start and operate a Dial-A-Ride business. Councilmember Stone expressed concern that Mr. Dool has not presented information which reflects the necessity for this program in Temecula. Councilmember Stone stated he would like to see staff research the issue of need and investigate the availability of funding programs to provide the vans. Mayor Pro Tem Roberts stated he is concerned with approving an exclusive contract without allowing for competitive bidding. He also said he would prefer the Council consider this as small business loan rather than a grant. Councilmember Parks stated that he is not ready to endorse the proposal however, since Mr. Dool has spent a considerable amount of time preparing the proposal. He would like staff to address the issues expressed by the Council. Mayor Mufioz stated he feels that proof of the need for the program is a very important @ssue. City Manager David Dixon advised the Council that the RTA is planning a Dial-A-Ride for Temecula in 1 994-1995 and suggested the applicant discuss his proposal with RTA. City Manager Dixon stated that if the Council wants to go out to bid on the proposal, staff can prepare the necessary reports, however if the Council is considering CCMIN06/08/93 -11- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8. 1993 an exclusive contract, the work should be done by the applicant. It was moved by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Councilmember Parks to - directed staff to work with the applicant in assessing the needs, ridership potentials and possible methods for securing funding. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Muiioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Stone to extend the meeting at 1 1:05 P.M. to 1 1:30 P.M. 20.Settlement of Claim - Community Lutheran Church City Attorney Scott Field presented the staff report. Mr. Field advised that an additional Section (Section 8) should be added to the Settlement Agreement requiring the applicant to apply for and obtain an extension of the Tentative Parcel Map currently in place at the church property on Ynez and Santiago. He advised that under the fiscal impact, Item B, the City will only be paying for that portion adjacent to the property on Pauba and Item C, the crib wall, is not adjacent to the City property. Chris Winther, 41 80 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, attorney representing the applicant, concurred with the modifications outlined by the City Attorney. It was moved by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve staff recommendation with the recommended addition of Section 8 to require an extension of the Tentative Parcel Map on the church property located at Ynez and Santiago Roads. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Mufioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CCMIN06108/93 -12- 6/11/93 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8. 1993 18.Ar)r)ointments to Develor)ment Advisory Committee Planning Director Gary Thornhill presented the staff report. It was moved by Councilmember Stone, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Roberts to appoint Vince Di Donato and Kevin McKenzie to serve as members of the Development Advisory Committee. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Roberts, Stone, Mufloz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CITY MANAGER REPORT City Manager David Dixon advised the Council that he would be sending the Councilmembers a memo covering his conference attendance and comments on the Council League workshop held recently. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT None CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Stone requested that staff look into alternative sites to hold the City Council meetings. Mayor Muiioz requested that staff look into the proposal for community services funds submitted by the Temecula Senior Citizen Center. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Roberts to adjourn at 1 1:20 P.M. CCMIN06108/93 -13- 6/11193 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 8, 1993 A Temecula City Council General Plan Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, June 1 5, 1 993, 7:00 PM, General Plan Public Hearing, 2881 6 Pujol Street, Temecula California. A Temecula City Council CIP Workshop will be held on Wednesday June 1 6, 1993, 7:00 PM, Main Conference Room, City Hall, 431 74 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. The next regular meeting of the Temecula City Council will be held on Tuesday, June 22, 1 993, 7:00 PM, Temecula Community Center, 2881 6 Pujol Street, Temecula, California. @44w//" U4 Mayor P. Sal@Nfuiioz J ne . Greek, City C CCMIN06/08/93 -14- 6/11/93