HomeMy WebLinkAbout112299 CC MinutesMINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 22, 1999
The City Council convened in an adjourned regular meeting at 6:03 P.M., on Tuesday,
November 22, 1999, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200
Business Park Drive, Temecula, California.
Present:
Councilmembers:
Comerchero, Lindemans, Roberts, Stone,
and Ford.
Absent: Councilmember: None.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Pastor Clark Fenwick.
ALLEGIANCE
The salute to the Flag was led by Councilman Lindemans.
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
Presentations to Mayor Ford and Councilman Lindemans
Mayor Pro Tem Stone commend Mayor Ford and Councilman Lindemans on their
dedicated and devoted service to the City; commented them on their stellar
accomplishments; and presented a Certificate of Recognition to each.
Following the City's presentation, numerous other plaques of recognition were presented
to Mayor Ford and Councilman Lindemans from vadous agencies, including the
following: Riverside Transit Authority, Congressman Calvert, Congressman Packard,
and State Assemblyman Thompson.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
A. Pastor James Field, 42101 Moraga Road, representing the First Baptist Church,
commended Mayor Ford and Councilman Lindemans on their committed years of
service.
B. On behalf of various organizations such as the Red Cross, Trauma intervention,
and the Veterans organization, Mr. Wayne Hall, 42131 Agena Street, as well
commended Mayor Ford and Councilman Lindemans on their dedicated years of
service.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
A. As a result of Mayor Ford's and Councilman Lindemans' dedicated years of
service to the City, Councilman Comerchero commented on their achieved
accomplishments and extended his gratitude to each.
B. Commenting on Mayor Ford's and Councilman Lindemans' efforts associated
with the resolution of traffic problems, the opening of the Promenade Mall, as well as
other accomplishments, Councilman Roberts noted that they will be greatly missed.
C. In light of this Council's, as well as past Council's, established working
relationship, Mayor Pro Tem Stone, as well, commented on the numerous
accomplishments and successes of the City that have been achieved as a result of
Mayor Ford's and Councilman Lindemans' years of service. In closing, Mr. Stone
expressed his gratitude for their timeless efforts and years of service to this community.
D. Councilman Lindemans introduced his son and daughter-in-law and with great
pleasure introduced the newest Lindemans, Shelby Ray Lindemans, his three-week old
granddaughter.
Addressing the current Council as well as the newly elected Councilmembers,
Councilman Lindemans commented on the responsibilities associated with being a
Councilmember; encouraged the new Council to continue to explore the development of
a Sports Park, a Community Theater, and freeway signs; and promoted the use and
need of public transportation. In closing, Mr. Lindemans thanked his colleagues, his wife
for her continued support, and commended the City's dedicated and professional staff.
E. Commenting on the Plan that has been implemented and followed to address the
City infrastructure and circulation, Mayor Ford as well commented on the responsibilities
of the City Council; commented on programs that have been established to reduce the
use of drugs and alcohol by children; thanked his wife for her continued support; and
wished the newly elected Council continued success.
CERTIFICATION OF NOVEMBER 2, 1999 MUNICIPAL ELECTION
1 Certification Resolution
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 99-112
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TEMECULA RECITING THE FACT OF THE
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON
NOVEMBER 2~ 1999, DECLARING THE RESULTS AND
SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW
MOTION: Councilman Lindemans moved to adopt Resolution No. 99-112. The motion
was seconded by Mayor Ford and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
OATH OF OFFICE TO INCOMING CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
Michael S. Naggar
Albert "Sam" Pratt
At this time, City Clerk Jones swore in the newly elected Councilmembers.
At 6:55 P.M., a recess was called to hold a reception in honor of Mayor Ford and
Councilman Lindemans. The City Council meeting recenvened at 7:25 P.M.
COUNCIL BUSINESS
2 Appointment of Council Officers for the Year 2000
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1 Appoint the Mayor to preside until December 31, 2000.
2.2 Appoint the Mayor Pro Tern who will assume the duties of the Mayor
in the Mayors absence and hold this office until December 31, 2000.
Mayor Pro Tern Stone welcomed the newly elected Councilmembers to the Council.
MOTION: Councilman Roberrs, seconded by Councilman Comerchero, moved to
appoint Mayor Pm Tern Stone as the City's Mayor for the Year 2000. Voice vote
reflected unanimous approval.
MOTION: Councilman Naggar, seconded by Councilman Pratt, moved to appoint
Councilman Comerchero as the City's Mayor Pro Tern for the Year 2000. Voice vote
reflected unanimous approval.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Nelson commended former Mayor Ford and Councilman Lindemans on
their dedicated years of service. On behalf of the City, Mr. Nelson welcomed the newly
elected Councilmembers Naggar and Pratt.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
No comments.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS BY THE NEWLY ELECTED COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Councilman Naggar thanked the citizens of Temecula for their support and
commended former Mayor Ford and Councilman Lindemans on their years of devoted
service.
B. Councilman Pratt extended appreciation to his supporters and as wall
commended former Mayor Ford and Councilman Lindemans.
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:30 P.M., the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, December 7,
1999, at 7:00 P.M., City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Ddve, Temecula,
California.
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