HomeMy WebLinkAbout042099 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL
APRIL 20, 1999
CLOSFD SESSION
A meeting of the City of Temecula City Council was called to order at 5:30 P.M. It was duly
moved and seconded to adjourn to Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Sections:
Conference with real property negotiator pursuant to Govemment Code Section
54956.8 conceming the acquisition of real property located at 42146 Sixth Street
(APN 922-053-024), 28516 Pujoi Street (APN 922-053-(X)7), 28496 Pujol Street
(APN 922-053-005), Sixth Street/Pujol Street (APN 922-053-009), 28725 Pujol
Street (APN 922-062-010), 28725 Pujol Street (APN 922-062-019). 28731 Pujol
Street (APN 922-062-016). 28613 Pujol Street (APN 922-054-011) 28649 Pujol
Street (APN 922-053-013), and 42291 Sixth Street (APN 922-052-011). The
negotiating parties am the Redevelopment Ager.;-y of the City of Temecula and
Ng, Irwin, Barker, Otto. Corbin, Ladanyi, Ruth. r, Harming, Ciais, Rancho
Meadows. Under negotiation am the price and terms of payment of the real
property interests proposed to be acquired. The Agency negotiators are Sham
Nelson and John Meyer.
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Conference with real property negotiator pursuant to Govemrnent Code Section
54956.8 conceming the sale of red property located at 42220 Sixth Street. The
negotiating parties am the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Temecula and
Habitat for Humanity, Inc. Under negotiation am the prim end terms of payment
of the real property interests proposed to be conveyed and/or acquired. The
Agency negotiators are Shawn Nelson, James O'Gmdy, and John Meyer.
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Conference with real property negotiator pursuant to Governmere Code Section
54956.8 conceming the sale or lease of real property located at 28699 Front
Street (APN 922-046-020). The negotiating parties am the City of
Ternecula/Redevelopment Agency of the City of Temecula end Letter and
Associates. Under negotiation am the price and terms of payment of the real
property interests proposed to be conveyed end/or acquired. The City/Agency
negotiators are Shawn Nelson. James O' Grady. and John Meyer.
Conference with City Attorney and legal counsel pursuant to Govemment Code
Section 54956.9(b) with aspect to two matters of potential litigation. With
respect to these matter, the City Attorney has deterrninod that a point has been
machad ,ahem them is a significant exposure to Htigetion involving the City
based on existing facts and circumstances.
Conference with real property negotiator pursuant to Govemrnent Code Section
54956.8 concerning the acquisition of real property located at 28835 Single Oak
Ddve. Ternecula. The negotiating parties am the Rodevelopment Agency of the
City of Ternecula and Chernicon, Inc. Under negotiation are the price and terms
of payment of the real property interests proposed to be acquired. The Agency
negotiators are Shawn Nelson, James O'Gmdy, and John Meyer.
C,,mfemnce with real property negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.8 concerning the acquisition end/or lea~r~ of real properly located on
APN 910-130-072. The negotiating parties are City of Temecula and Forest City,
Inc. Under negotiation am the price and terms of payment of the real properly
interests proposed to be acquired end/or leased. The City negotiators am
Shawn Nelson end James O'Gmdy.
The Open Session of the City Council meeting convened at 7:08 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Coundlmembers:
Absent: Councilmember.
PRELUDE MUSIC
Comerchero, Lindemans, Robarts, Stone,
and Ford.
None.
The prelude music was provided by Eve Craig.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Mayor Ford.
In response to Councilman Comerchero, them was a silent prayer in mernory of the Columbine
High School viclims and their families.
ALLEGIANCe=
The audience was led in the Flag salute by Coundlman Comerchero.
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
Certificates of Achievement for obtaininn Eaale Scout
Mayor Ford recognized the following individuals for attaining the Eagle Scout rank and Mayor
Pro Tam Stone presented them with Certifmates of Achievement:
Brent A. Tibbet
Dominic Michael Carcioppolo, III
Tamsouls Vilev Chamber of Commerce ~uaderlv Coundl Presentation
The Chamber of Commerce representative reviewed the Chember's major accomplishments
during the third quarter;, provided a progress report of activities and services performed on
behalf of the City; and thanked the City end its staft for the continued suppod and partnership.
Veteran Aopredation Month Proclamation
Mayor Ford proclaimed the month of May as Veteran Appreciation Month. The proclamation
was accepted by Mr. Leon Medrano, Veterans Employment Program Representative.
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PUBUC COMMENTS
A. Mr. Roland Esquivel, 39761 Barberry Court, apprised the City Council of an incident he had
encountered with the Temecula Police Department, advising that, in his opinion, the Police
Deparlment displyed an abuse of power and excessive force; noted that he has ~ed a complaint
at the Riverside Sheriff's Office and that the matter is being investigates; and suggested the
formation of s citizens group to investigate Police Department complaints.
In response to Mr. Esquivel, Mayor Ford noted that since a complaint has been filed, the
City Council may not discuss the matter but that he would be contacting Mr. Esquivel.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
A. Coundman Roberts advised that the California High Speed Rail Authority will be meeting in
San Diego and that he and Mr. Clifford will be in attendance to present the Inland Empire High
Speed Rail Teskforce's request for a rail station in Temecula.
B. Councilman Roberts noted that on April 30, 1999, Southem Califomia Association of
Governments and SANDAG will be meeting at the Temecuia Creek Inn, noting that topics of
discussion will include regional airport, high speed rail and assodated funding, intercity rail, and
1-15 corridor.
C. Councilman Rotarts advised that he has received a number of complaints with regard to the
service provided by TCI.
D. Coundman Roberts commented on the ru. jmber of Closed Session Items the Council has
been discussing and suggested that more of these Items be agendized for Open Session.
E. Coundlman Linclemans, Chairman of RTA, advised that the Jefferson Shuttle will be
available on an es-needed basis from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
F. Mayor Ford informed the City Councilmemlars that RCCA will be phased out and will be
encapsulated with Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG).
G. Having participated in K-Frog's first Valley Hopplnings, Mayor Ford encouraged the public to
padicipate in this type of open discussion session.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Standard Ordinance Adoption Procedure
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the
agencla.
Minuleem
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Resolution An, provinr, Ust of Demands
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1
Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 99-30
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ALLOVVING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A
3 Award of Construction Contract for Maintenance Facility - Second Floor Remodel Proiect -
Phase II
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1 Receive an oral repod on the bids received April 16, 1999;
3.2 Awird a con~tudion contract for the Second Floor Remodel - Phase II - and
aLdtKXtZe the Mayor to execula the contract;
3.3 Authorize the Acting City Manager to approve change orders not to exceed the
contingency amount of 10% the contract amount.
(All bids were rejected and the item will be readvertised for the May 25, 1999, City Council
meeUng.)
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Solicitation of Construction Bids end ADDrOVal of the Plans and Specifications for the FY
1998-99 Rtreet Seafinn Proiect - Proiect No. PVV99-04
RECOMMENDATION:
4.1
Approve the Construction Plans and Specifications and autho~e the Department of
Public Works to solicit construction bids for Project No. PW99-04 - I:Y 9899 Street
Sealing Project.
5 ADmoval of Cooperative Anreernent with the Temecula Redevelopment Anencv for the
Purchase of a Parkino Lot in Old Town
RECOMMENDATION:
5.1
Approve an agreement entitled Cooperative Agreement between the City of
Temecula and the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) of the City of Temecula to fund
the purchase of a parking lot northwesterly of First and Front Streets in Old Town
Temecula;
5.2 Authorize the Mayor to execute the Agreement on behalf of the Agency in
substantially the form attached to the Agenda Report;
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5.3 Appropriate $9(X),000 to the Capital Improvement Projects Fund.
(Mayor Pro Tern Stone abstained with regard to this item.)
6 Temecula Creek Inn Goff Course - Ai~eal of the Temecula Parks/Street Linhtinn
RECOMMENDATION:
6.1
Approve staffs recommendation in defining taxable golf coum area within the
Temecula Creek Inn ~ Course property and approve the appropriate refund of the
Parks/Street Lighting Tax for Fiscal year 1997-98 and 1998-99.
7 Purchase Anreement for the Temecula Stampede Parkina Lot
RECOMMENDATION:
7.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 99-31
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT
ENTITLED PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT AND ESCROW
INSTRUCTIONS AND THE PARKING EASEMENTS INCLUDED
THEREIN FOR THE PARKING LOT NORTHWESTERLY OF FIRST
AND FRONT STREETS IN OLD TOWN
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Approve an expenditure in the amount of $610,000 for the purchase of a parking lot
norlhwestedy of First and Front Streets in accordance with the agreement entjUed
Purcl~se and Sale Agreement and Escrow Instructions.
(Mayor Pro Tern Stone abstained with regard to this item.)
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Stone moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1-2 and 4-7 (Item
No. 3 - Award of Coneinaction Contract for Maintenance Facility - was rejected). The motion
was seconded by CourK:iknan Roberrs and voice vote reflected approval with the axceDtiOn of
Mayor Pro Tern Stme who abstained with regard to Item Nos. 5 and 7.
At 7:38 P. M., the City Council convened as the Temecula Comity Services District and the
Temecula Redevelopment Agency. At 7:56 P.M., the City Coundl resumed with regularly
scheduled City Council business.
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__ COUNCIl BUSINESS
8 Presentation of the Finn Report for the Hotel Conference Center Feasibility Analysis
DreDered by Keyset Marsto. Associates end Scott Hosoitalitv
RECOMMENDATION:
8.1 Provide direction to staff ~ming the Cound's interest in the City's possible
pedicipation in s convention/conference fadity;
8.2 If the Council were interested in proceeding with this project, direct staff to work with
the Economic Development Subcommittee (or an ed hoc Council subcommittee) to
consider the options and issues and to develop a process for the Council to
consider the facts and make s final decision.
Introducing Ms. Kate Funk of Keyset Marston and Mr, Jay Scott of Scott Hospitality, Deputy City
Manager Thornhill noted that Ms. Funk and Mr. Scott will be summarizing the findings of the
report (as per agenda material}, referencir~ the following:
- local economic overview
- demand for conference center
- various sites
- economic banerda/impacts
Summarizing the report, Mr. Scott noted the following:
that s free-standing conference center would not be feasible and that hotel
rooms were necessery;
- that a 18,000 to 20,000 squars foot conference center with an adjacent hotel
(150 to 200 room) would make this a viable project; that the conference center
should provide a 7,500 to 8,000 squere foot bellroom with prefunction space; s
2,500 to 3,000 square foot junior ballroom; and break-out rooms;
- that s Convention and Visi~rs' Bureau should be formed;
- that s hotel without a conference center would be feasible but that the financial
- that construction for a fnt-cless hotel could begin in 2001;
- that six sites were explored and that each were explored with three important
criteria - conference center should be within close proximity to lodging ( 5 to 10
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minutes); need for ~reclive end inviting surrounding lind uses; end
~}cessibili~ from end to the freews~,
- that the two most viable sites were located near the Embassy Suites - on the
bluff behind the Suites and across the street adjacent to the Duck Pond.
Ms. Funk furlher commented on Ihe r~andal feasibility/impacts and reviewed the analysis of the
development process, noting the following:
- that a 400 - 500 room, first-class hotel would be nec~s~-W to maximize the
utilization of a conference center;,
- that the City has · strong room structure for an ex-urban area;
- that the hotel portion would not require any subsidy and could stand on its own;
- that the private sector would not build a conference center of the desired
magnitude;
- that the estimated cost for the conference center would be $4 to $5 million ($200
par square foot with equipment, etc.);
- that the proposed project mould be a joint public/private project.
In dosing, Ms. Funk reviewed various funding mechanisms and referenced economic impact/
economic development, commenting on transient occupancy tax, sales tax, and property tax.
In response to Councilman I. indernans, discussion ensued and additional dorirmmion was
provided with regard to Certificate of Pertidpation, bonding against the transient occupancy tax,
and lease revenue from the hotel.
Mayor Pm Tern Stone suggested that other alternative sites be explored.
In response to Councilman Comerchero, Mr. Scott noted that increasing the transient
occupancy tax from 8% to 10% would not have a ragalive impact on occ, q~ncy rates and that
locating a hotel next to the freeway would as well have no negative impact.
Ms. Funk noted that, as per the report, most of the conference center usage would not be as s
result of local use.
Councilmen I.indemans, echoed by Councilmen Roberts, relayed his support of the project end
suggested the formation of a subcommittee to further explore other feasible sites.
Considering · builder has expressed an interest, Coundlman Comerchero spoke in support of
the project and recommended that the interested builder be contacted.
MOTION: Councilman Roberts moved to form an Ad Hoc Courtall Committee comprised of
Mayor Pro Tern Stone and Councilman I. indeman$. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Comerchero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval.
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9 Recommendations for ImDlernentirm Fconornic [)evelooment Strategy Report by Dr. John
RECOMMENDATION:
9.1 Authorize implementation of the Economic Development Strategy Repod as outlined
in the staff repod.
Assistant City Manager O'Grady presented the staff repod (as per agencla material),
commenting on stafrs focus to refine the vision for economic development as suggested by Dr.
Husing and to improve the Citys data base partjculady in the area of labor formation. Mr.
O'Grady noted that additional discussions are necessary in order to address and formulate
cremive measures to finance watar-related connection fees (infrastructure, sewer and w~ter
hook-ups}.
It was suggested by Mayor Pro Tern Stone that a litter, from the Mayor, be foPNard to the local
Water Boards, reque~ng that the issue of cormectjon fees end creative financing of them be
agendized.
Mr. Bob Lemons, representing Rancho Water District, clarifmd that the connection fees am set
to recover the cost of the capital improvements necessary to provide the service and mliyed his
willingness to schedule a joint City Council/Rancho Water District Board Meeting in order to
further disc, ,ss this matter.
Additional information was provided, with regard to the Brine Une, by Mr. Lemons end Mr.
Hatring of Eaatern Municipal Wastar District, noting that Federal funding for the construction of
a Brine Line would be available and it was noted that this matter should be discussed in more
detail at the Joint Meeting.
Mayor Pro Tern Stone recommended that the City's lobbyist in Washington be requested to
further explore grant funding.
Councilman Comerchero suggested that a graduated financing program for the water
connection fees be considered - one which wouid have liss initial financial impact and a
greater impact toward the end at which time the businesses would be more established.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Stone moved to continue this Agenda Item for 30 days. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Roberta and voice vote reflected unanimous approval
10 ODtiOnS for Fnhancinn the Citv's Ememencv Medical
RECOMMENDATION:
10. 1 Receive and file report that describes options for erd'lancing the City's emergency
medical services.
Introducing the agenda item, Assistant to the City Manager Yatas briefly commented on the
City's goal to upgrade the plmmedic/emergency medical services and intTOducKI Fire Chief
Wright.
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Addressing lhe City's goal to enhance public safety as it relates to emergency medical services
for the City, F'we Chief We~ht further elaborated and proceeded wilh a detailed overview (as per
agenda material) of the various options available and h associated pros and cons.
Mayor Pm Tern Stone clarified that the ixoposed service would function in conjunction with
American Medical Response (AMR), noting that AMR currenUy provides one pammedic and
one EMT. Mr. Stone relayed his desire to provide this new service as of July 1, 1999, to which
Fire Chief Wright noted the because of vehicle, equipment, end personnel needs, the service
could be available no later than October 1999. Mr. Stone requested Ihat the purchasing of a
squad vehicle, if approved, be immediately agendized.
In response to Councilman Lindemans, Fire Chief Wright noted that he would research other
cities' per capita cost for emergency services.
Mr. VanW'r, klen, 38210 Caile Arrebol, appdsed the City Council of his invention which by a way
of ~ blinking porch light would spprise the emergency medical team as to Ihe exact location of
the emergency.
Mr. David Raya, 31824 Dane Court, a Los Angeles City FirerqihterlParamedic, discussed in
detail the need to achieve a 4- to 6-minute response time; relayed his support of Option No. 1 or
No. 5; and commended rite City Council for taking such a proactive step to public safety.
Mr. Wayne Hall, 42131 Agena, advised that 6096 of Fire Department~s calls am medical related
versus fire; commended and encouraged the City Council to upgrade the medical response
SuggesUng that the Council take action on this matter this evening, Councilman Comerchero
relayed his support of option No. 5 along with Mayor Pro Tern Stone's recommendation of one
paramedic and one EMT to furlher reduce the cosL
Relaying his support of option Nos. 3 and 5, Councilman Roberrs requested that the squad unit
be primarily restricted for City use.
To ensure the decrease in medical response tim, Mayor Pro Tem Sine reiterated his suppod
of Option No. 5 along with one paramedic and one EMT. He recommended that the vehicle and
special equipment be ordered and that community fundraising efforts proceed in order to
recover the cost of the squad.
Supporting Councilman Roberts' suggestion to restrict the unit to the City, Mayor Ford relayed
his support of Option No. 5; recommended conUnued coordination with AMR ambulances; and
requested that the increasing number of false alarms be addressed.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Stone moved to appropriate $110,000 from the undesignated
General Fund Reserves for the purchase of a squad vehicle and that staff continue to explore
the various options. The motion was seconded by Councilman Comerchero and voice vote
reflected unanimous approval.
Minutee~420ee
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Consideration of Wave and Means Committee to Examine Issues Associated with
Construction of a SI)orts Comolex
{Placed on the agencla at the request of Councilman Undemarm)
RECOMMENDATION:
11.1 Consider formation of a Ways and Means Committee to examine issues associated
with possible constmctk}n of a sports complex.
In response to Coundlman Undemans' request to grant permission Mr. Tom Langley to creme
head a Ways end Means Citizens Committee which would proceed with fundraising elfotis for
me sports complex, concurrence was granted by the City Councilmembers.
DEPARTMENT.a~ REPORTS
CITY MANAO FR'S REPORT
No commente.
Mayor Pro Tent Stone wished Mayor Ford, Councilman Cornerchero, and Councilman
Lindenins a successful trip to Sister City Voorburg.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
At 10:17 P.M., City Attomey Thorson advised that the City Council would retum to Closed
At 10:55 P.M., the City Council returned to Open Session.
With regm'd to Item No. I (real property), City Amy Thorson noted that them was no
reportable action; with regard to Item No. 2 (real property), he stated that the matter was
approved in Open Session; with regard to Item No. 3 (real property) he advised lhat the City
Council gave direction to staff;, with regard to Item No. 4 (potential litigation), Mr. Thorson
advised that the City Council provldad direction to the City Attorney's office; and with respect to
Item Nos. 5 and 6 (real property), it was noted that all final decisions will be forwarded and
considered in Open Session.
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ADJOURNMFNT
At 10:57 P.M., Mayor Ford formally adjourned the City Council meeting to Tuesday, May 11,
1999, 7:00 P.M., City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California
A'!'rEST:
~ /7 Stev~en~ord,
Mayor
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