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HomeMy WebLinkAbout091200 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 12, 2000 CLOSED 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 Government Code Section 54956.8 concerning acquisition of real property approximately 40 acres northwesterly of Ynez Road and Empire Creek. The negotiating parties are the City of Temecula, Rancho Highlands, LLC, and Donna Reeves Trust. Under negotiation is the price and terms of payment of the real property interests proposed to be acquired. The City negotiators are Shawn Nelson and Jim O'Grady. Conference with real property negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 concerning acquisition of real property located at the northwest corner of the intersection at Fairview Avenue and Pala Road. The negotiating parties are the City of Temecula and Spring Pacific Properties, LLC. Under negotiation is the price and terms of payment of the real property interests proposed to be acquired. The City negotiators are Shawn Nelson and Jim O'Grady. The Open Session of the City Council meeting convened at 7:00 P.M. ROLLCALL Present: Councilmembers: Comerchero, Naggar, Pratt, Roberts, and Mayor Stone. Absent: Councilmember: None. PRELUDE MUSIC The prelude music was provided by Mr. Mathew Fagan. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Pastor Cary Wacker from Rancho Baptist Church. ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Flag salute by Mayor Pro Tern Comerchero. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS Certificates of Achievement to Arrow of Li,qht Recipients Noting that the following individuals had attained the Cub Scout's highest award, "Arrow of Light," Mayor Stone presented Special Achievement Awards to: Sean Ferguson, Duncan Kingery, Tony Martinez, Larry Sepulveda, Martin Singson, Derek Slevin, and Nicholas Trujillo. was noted that the following individuals were not present, their awards being forwarded: Kevin Dodds, James Golem, Ryan Golem, and Bryan Nguyen. R:\Minutes\091200 1 Mayor Stone applauded Cub Master Gilbert Martinez for the time he donates for the benefit of the youth of Temecula. Certificate of Achievement for atta nin,q Eagle Scout rank Mayor Stone noted that Jeffrey M. Green had received the rank of Eagle Scout, and relaying congratulations noted that the Special Achievement Award would be forwarded to him since he was not present. Certificate of Achievement to Malinda Smith for attaining Entrepreneur of the Year It was noted that this presentation was postponed due the delayed attendance of Malinda Smith; see page 5. Recognition to the City by the Balloon and Wine Festival for City's sponsorship Mr. Rusty Manning, CEO for the 2001 Balloon and Wine Festival, thanked the City for their support; named the members who served on the Balloon and Wine Festival Board; and presented a plaque of appreciation to the City of Temecula which Mayor Stone accepted with gratitude. Proclamation for PTA Membership Month Mayor Stone proclaimed September of 2000 PTA Membership Month. Ms. Cheryl Eckert, Council President, specified the plethora of programs that the PTA sponsors, noting the numerous volunteer hours which had been donated; and thanked the City of Temecula for the proclamation. For Councilman Naggar, Ms. Eckert provided information regarding the procedure of joining the PTA, noting that there were membership envelopes provided in each school office. Presentation by the PTA with reqard to the PTA Partners Program Ms. Sue Hawkins, Council Membership Chairperson, provided an overview of what PTA membership entails, noting the membership goal this year of an increase of twenty-one percent, announcing a new program, "PTA Partners," which provided the opportunity for community members to join the PTA with the donation of $100; provided an overview of the entitlements to the PTA Partners; and thanked Mayor Stone and the Councilmen for their support of the PTA. In response to Councilman Naggar, Ms. Hawkins relayed that the Chamber of Commerce has agreed to place an article regarding the PTA Partners Program in their October newsletter. Mayor Stone urged parents who had not already done so to join their children's school's PTA, noting that studies have revealed that children perform better when the parents are involved with their education. Proclamation for National Try Transit Week Relaying that the Nation was celebrating National Try Transit Week from September 10-16, 2000, Mayor Stone proclaimed September 13, 2000 to be "Transit Appreciation Day." R:\Minutes\091200 2 Deputy Manager of Support Services Rubio, from the RTA, accepted the proclamation, noting that September 13, 2000 would be "Free Ride Day," on the fixed route services, relaying that on September 13th the Hemet and Riverside Divisions would be serving breakfast from 3:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M., inviting the Council to attend. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Chuck Washington, Solana Way, representing Habitat for Humanity, thanked the Council and staff for their efforts in making this project a reality, additionally, thanking the community volunteers that aided in the construction of the two new homes provided for two families, relaying that approximately 400 individuals had volunteered to participate; and noted hopes to expand the project and to build four homes next year. Ms. Eve Craig, 42960 Calle Reva, and her daughter, representing the Temecula Valley International Film Festival, noted appreciation for the sponsorship provided for the film festival; relayed that the festival would be held September 14-17, 2000, providing an overview of the planned activities; and presented each Councilman with a T-shirt. Mr. Don Gravett, 30258 Mira Loma Drive, relayed concern regarding the lack of City support addressing the needs in his neighborhood, specifically with respect to the Desilting Basin; and additionally, noted that the Police response time for non-emergency issues in his neighborhood was unacceptable. in response to Mr. Gravett's comments, Mayor Stone suggested that he leave his phone number with City Clerk Jones, relaying that he would call him in order to discuss further his concerns. For Mayor Stone, Police Chief Domenoe relayed that he would meet with him to further discuss the Police issues in this area, noting that he had had conversations with Mr. Gravett. Director of Community Services Parker relayed that the Desilting Basin Project was included in the Capital Improvement Plan, noting the restrictions related to the project due to the Department of Fish&Game's concerns regarding the habitat in this area, relaying that staff was continuing efforts with respect to this project. City Manager Nelson clarified that had there been no environmental issues, the project would be complete, noting the City's commitment to complete the project as quickly as possible. For Councilman Naggar, Director of Public Works Hughes relayed that the solution for the associated negative impacts in this area was to clean out the Detention Basin in order for it to be free-flowing; and for Mayor Stone, confirmed that to accomplish this task Regulatory Agency permits were necessary. Director of Community Services Parker provided additional information regarding the permitting process. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS With respect to the Growth Management Plan, Councilman Pratt relayed a request to agendize the matter of deleting the last sentence in Policy No. 2, Section B.1. With respect to the Master Trails Project, Councilman Naggar provided an update regarding the preliminary plan; urged the community to complete the questionnaire included in the Inside Temecula Newsletter, noting that the questionnaire could also be completed at the City's website; and relayed that the community workshops would be R:\Minutes\091200 3 held on September 21st at 6:00 P.M. at City Hall, and on October 28th at 10:00 A.M. at the Community Recreation Center, inviting the residents to attend. Councilman Pratt commented on the importance of the Master Trails Project, relaying that it was the environmental backbone of the City. With respect to the recent CETAP meeting, Councilman Roberts relayed an overview of the discussions; noted that the two transit recommendations were expressed, as follows: 1) to provide express bus service between the Cities of Hemet, Murrieta, and Temecula which in his opinion would not satisfy the greatest need which was for residents commuting to Orange County, and 2)the recommendation to provide rail service or bus ways from the City of Temecula to the City of Perris along the 215 freeway which would tie in with the Metrolink system. As a Riverside County Transportation Commission Member, Councilman Roberts relayed that he had attended the first joint meeting held with Orange County's elected officials, relaying that the discussion topics were inclusive of the CETAP process and the corridor between Orange County and Riverside County, advising that there would be further discussions. Noting that he and Councilman Naggar had attended the Temecula Unified School District joint meeting, Councilman Roberts relayed that it had been a productive meeting, noting that discussions were held to consider the feasibility of implementing into the Temecula RTA service, provisions for transporting children to school, advising that the issue would be brought before the Council. Councilman Naggar relayed that throughout California, there was a program coordinated with the local Police Departments called, "The RSVP Program" which represented Retired Senior Volunteer Patrols; relayed that via surveying the seniors in the City of Temecula, it was revealed to him that there was great interest in the program; noted the various activities the senior citizens would perform within the program; and noted that there would be consideration to incorporate the plan to have seniors riding on the busses that transport the children to and from school. Advising that he was on the Board for Habitat for Humanity, Councilman Roberts commended Mr. Washington for his assiduous efforts with respect to the recent construction project, noting the tremendous amount of time he has volunteered. With respect to the need for express busses, Mayor Pro Tern Comerchero noted his efforts to coordinate with San Diego County in order to alleviate some of the traffic on the 1-15 and to improve the quality of life for the citizens commuting down that corridor; relayed with pleasure that there would be a meeting scheduled within the next two-week period, noting that the meeting would be held with representatives from the San Diego Association of Governments, as well as, transportation officials. With respect to the Habitat for Humanity Project, Mayor Pro Tern Comerchero relayed that volunteering at the construction site had been a wonderful experience, encouraging the community to take advantage of the opportunity to serve in this way if there was an opportunity to do so again. I. Noting that he had attended the League of California Cities Annual Conference in Anaheim, Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero highlighted the data he had received regarding the Library Bond Act, and the Park Bond Act which recently passed in California; commended the individuals working on the Temecula Library Project, relaying that due R:\Minutes\091200 4 to the preparation planning that has been accomplished up to this point, that the Temecu~a Library Project was in a good position to receive this funding; with respect to the Park Bond Act, advised that the City of Temecula would receive approximately $600,000, relaying the process of obtaining the funds; and noted that the second portion of the Park Bonds would be competitive, relaying that various City projects may also get funding from this avenue. At this time Mayor Stone presented the award to Malinda Smith. Certificate of Achievement to Malinda Smith for attainin.q Entrepreneur of the Year Noting that Malinda Smith had received the Inland Empire Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Mayor Stone presented a Special Achievement Award to Ms. Smith. Ms. Smith accepted the award with gratitude, wishing God's blessings on the Council, noting the great work the Council had accomplished culminating into Temecula being a wonderful place to reside. 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 June 13, 2000; 2.2 Approve the minutes June 27, 2000; 2.3 Approve the minutes July 11, 2000. 3 Resolution Approvin.q List of Demands RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO, 2000-66 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A R:\Minutes\091200 5 4 City Treasurer's Report as of July 31, 2000 RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Receive and file the City Treasurer's Report as of July 31, 2000. 5 Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2000 RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 Receive and file the Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2000; 5.2 Approve an appropriation of $118,052 to the sales tax reimbursement line item in the General Fund; 5.3 Approve an appropriation of $187,393 in the operating transfers out line item in the Rancho California Road Reimbursement District Fund; 5.4 Increase the revenue estimates for operating transfers to the General Fund in the amount of $86,522 and the Development Impact Fee Fund in the amount of $100,871. 6 Fourth Amendment to Agreement with P & D Consultants for Contract Building Inspectors RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Approve a Fourth Amendment to an agreement for consultant services with P & D Consultants in an amount not to exceed $9,999.00 to provide supplemental building inspection services to the Building and Safety Department for the end of Fiscal Year 1999-2000. 7 Approval of Funds for Landscape Review Services RECOMMENDATION: 7.1 Approve an expenditure in an amount not to exceed $50,000 for landscape review services with PELA. 8 Authorize Temporary Street Closures for the Temecula Re~/isited Best of Best Rod Run and Cruise to the Blues in Old Town (Front Street and related streets between Moreno Street and First Street) RECOMMENDATION: 8.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: R:\Minutes\091200 6 RESOLUTION NO. 2000-67 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING STREET CLOSURES FOR THE TEMECULA REVISITED BEST OF BEST ROD RUN AND CRUISE TO THE BLUES EVENT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO ISSUE PERMITS FOR THIS SPECIFIC SPECIAL EVENT Mayor Stone advised that he would be abstaining from this item. Reimbursement Aqreement with GST Telecom California, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: 9.1 9.2 Approve the Reimbursement Agreement with GST Telecom California, Inc. for the cost of trench pavement repairs on Ynez Road in conjunction with the construction of the FY99-00 Pavement Management System at Ynez Road between Santiago Road an La Paz Street - Project No. PW00-14 - and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement; Approve appropriation of $16,850.00 from Reimbursement Revenue to the Project No. PW00-14 Account No. 210-165-655-5804. 10 FY99-2000 Pavement Management System - Ynez Road from Santiago Road to La Paz Street- Project No. PW00-14- Additional work RECOMMENDATION: 10.1 Authorize the City Manager to approve contract change orders with McLaughlin Engineering & Mining, Inc. for an amount of $168,000 above the previously approved 10% contingency for the Pavement Management System - Project No. PW00-14. 11 Records Destruction Approval RECOMMENDATION: 11.1 Approve the scheduled destruction of certain City records in accordance with the City of Temecula approved Records Retention Policy. 12 Southwest Riverside County Economic Alliance A,qreement RECOMMENDATION: 12.1 Approve the marketing program agreement between the cities of Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, and the County of Riverside. This item was pulled for separate consideration; see page 8. R:\Minutes\091200 7 13 Award of Construction Contract for the Maintenance Facility Modifications - Project No. PW00-16 RECOMMENDATION: 13.1 Award a construction contract for the Maintenance Facility Modifications - Project No. PW00-16 -to The Tyree Organization in the amount of $533,000.00 and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract; 13.2 Authorize the City Manager to approve change orders not to exceed the contingency amount of $53,300.00 which is equal to 10% of the contract amount. This item was continued off calendar. 14 Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2000-09 (Increasinq the maximum value of Public Works contracts concerninq Informal Bid Procedures) RECOMMENDATION: 14.1 Adopt an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 2000-09 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING SECTION 3.32.0'10 OF THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE INCREASING THE MAXIMUM VALUE OF PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS WHICH MAY BE BID BY INFORMAL BID PROCEDURES FROM $75,000 TO $100,000 IN ACCORDANCE WITH PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 22020 Mayor Stone relayed that staff was recommending that Consent Calendar Item No. 13 be continued off calendar. MOTION: Councilman Naggar moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1-11, and 14; and to continue Item No. 13 off calendar. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Mayor Stone who abstained with respect to Item No. 8. At this time Consent Calendar Item No. 12 was considered. 12 Southwest Riverside County Econom c Alliance A,qreement RECOMMENDATION: 12.1 Approve the marketing program agreement between the cities of Temecula, Murrieta, Lake EIsinore, and the County of Riverside. Assistant City Manager O'Grady provided an overview of the staff report (of record), relaying that the total costs of the marketing program known as the "Southwest Riverside County Economic Alliance" would be $285,000, noting that the City of Temecula's share of cost would be $75,000; and advised that staff was of the opinion that the agreement has proved to be beneficial for all the involved parties, and was recommending approval of this agreement. R:\Minutes\091200 8 For Councilman Naggar, Assistant City Manager O'Grady confirmed that the program had been in effect for one year, noting the marketing efforts prior to this program's implementation; relayed the manner in which the program's effectiveness was monitored, advising that at this point the City was receiving leads, and inquiries, noting that the economic development marketing was a long-term effort; and noted that the City was marketing both regionally and as a separate entity, relaying the marketing component included in the City's economic development budget, clarifying the differentiated focus of each effort. Councilman Naggar referenced Dr. Husing's report, relaying a desire for the City to make aggressive efforts to attract engineering and management jobs. Assistant City Manager O'Grady relayed that Dr. Husing's report did not reflect the employment growth the mall site provided which was significant; noted that the City of Temecula's employment growth would most likely match the population growth, advising that in comparison with alternate cities this accomplishment was admirable; specified that the number of jobs in Temecula exceeded the number of workers in Temecula, noting the net migration of people into the community; relayed that the present efforts were focused on creating good jobs (i.e., medical, bio-medical, electronics, software); and noted that the Council would be updated with regular reports in order to gauge the success of this program. MOTION: Councilman Naggar moved to approve staffs recommendation. Mayor Stone seconded the motion. (Ultimately this motion passed; see below.) Mayor Stone relayed that he had seen the benefits of the economic marketing programs, concurring with the recommendation that the efforts be focused on provisions for attracting good jobs to this area. Since the programs utilized by the City had successfully created a high rate of job growth, Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero advised that it would not be prudent to cease these types of programs; and with respect to the regional marketing efforts, provided additional information regarding the Council considerations prior to moving forward with this type of marketing. Councilman Roberts relayed that the City expended more funds in previous years in comparison to the last two years, advising that the programs have been effective. At this time voice vote was taken reflecting unanimous approval. The meeting recessed from 8:05 P.M. and at 8:10 P.M., subsequently the City Council convened as the Temecula Community Services District and the Temecula Redevelopment Agency. At 8:16 P.M., the City Council reconvened, resuming with the regularly scheduled City Council business. RECONVENE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL BUSINESS 15 Proposed Southwest Transportation Uniform Miti,qation Fee RECOMMENDATION:. 15.1 Oral presentation byWestern Riverside Council of Governments WVRCOG) staff. R:\Minutes\091200 9 Deputy City Manager Thornhill introduced Supervisor Buster, relaying that he has been shepherding this difficult process for the last couple of years, crediting him for his efforts to establish a regional transportation fee for the area. Supervisor Buster relayed that it had been a pleasure to work with the City staff and Councilmembers on this issue for the past twenty months, noting the efforts to expedite the process before the unprecedented growth surge ends, in order to not lose the ability to capture this growth which was producing the traffic impacts; noted the existing gas tax, the Measure A provisions, the Assessment District, and the Road and Bridge Benefits Districts, advising that there was still a funding gap; relayed that during the Riverside Integrated Plan process there was closer scrutiny paid with respect to the inadequate funding issues, noting the efforts to attain re-authorization of Measure A, and to calculate the costs of freeway projects, and to establish where growth patterns would produce infrastructure needs; clarified that there was a widening gap between the expected revenues and the regional roads that would need to be constructed; specified the areas that had been defined as the backbone of arterial roads that would be needed in the cities, between the cities, and between the cities and the counties in the Southwest area, noting that the costs for this necessary infrastructure was near $900,000,000 advising that this figure represents the funds that the County would not have for these necessary improvements, provisions that residents count on to travel to and form work (i.e., the extension of Clinton Keith Road, or Butterfield Stage Road). Advising that in the Coachella Valley there was an example of a type of uniform fee called a Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF), Supervisor Buster relayed that seven out of nine cities in this area participated in this program, relaying that it was a flexible, responsive fee under local control, advising that the program had been successful. With respect to Orange County, Supervisor Buster noted the considerable fee for these purposes; and relayed information regarding the San Joaquin County's program for fees. Relaying that per the economists' advisement, Supervisor Buster noted that the higher fees were less likely to be a deterrent to the better types of industry and job producing growth than the lack of adequate infrastructure. Weighing whether the program was equitable, Supervisor Buster relayed that the consideration was for a fee that would not charge one hundred percent (100%) of the costs, noting that this would be inequitable due to the new development paying its share of the gas tax and sales tax; specified that the consideration had been to charge approximately forty percent (40%) of the costs, providing the rationale for the percentage, noting the goal to have a decent level of transportation circulation. Noting the benefits to this proposal, Supervisor Buster relayed that there would be cities and counties working together in an on-going basis with funding in hand which could make a significant difference in transportation, not just in road widening, but in public transit, as well. Supervisor Buster relayed that the area could be considered as a unified transportation region where people pass between city to city, and city to county, noting the need for a decision- making process that is shared; advised that this program would set up this type of structure, noting that while this was the first area that was being considered, the goal was to continue this fee program across the Western County, and to develop a uniform fee so that there were no dramatic differences from one area to the next. Clarifying that it was not necessary to receive a final approval from the City regarding this fee proposal at this time, Supervisor Buster relayed hopes to have a fee in place expediently which R:\Minutes\091200 10 would apply at the development phase; and noted appreciation for the City of Temecula's support, and its close involvement in this process. Supervisor introduced Ms. Ruth Ann Taylor Berger, from WRCOG, and Mr. Eric Haley, from RCTC, who would present additional information to the Council. Via overheads, Ms. Berger provided an overview of the Southwest Transportation Improvement System Funding Year 2020; relayed that the TUMF was a fee imposed by local government to generate revenue to expand or construct additional facilities to accommodate the projected growth; noted that currently the County did not have the means of establishing this level of equity; advised that this fee would address the impacts of traffic on an overarching basis; and specified the population increase between 1990-2000, and the projected growth between 2000- 2010 which in the City of Temecula was projected at fifty percent (50%). In terms of the Southwest Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF) Program's progress up to this point, Ms. Berger noted the following accomplishments: The establishment of two committees, (i.e., the Policy Committee, and the Technical Committee), The establishment of a defined study area, The establishment of eight Land Use categories, Proposed project criter!a selection, Identified and modeled a network, Efforts have been made to coordinate with the community environmental acceptability process, and the Riverside County Integrated Plan, the Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan, and the County Fee Ordinance Update, Established an order of magnitude cost, Selected a fee methodology, Drafted an implementation agreement, and an ordinance, Determined the type of environmental document that was needed, and The core polices had been laid out. Ms. Berger relayed that the Fee District would not solely build roads, advising that there would be consideration for non-motorized pedestrian trails, bike lanes, and transit analysis; noted that the fee would be applied to all new development across the board; provided additional information regarding the fee calculations; noted the WRCOG would act as the administrator for the Fee Districts; relayed the data that was incorporated into the $900,000,000 estimated costs; and provided information regarding the methodology which would be utilized. For Councilman Naggar, Ms. Berger provided clarification with respect to the utilized methodology. Ms. Berger specified how the fees were calculated; relayed that the following issue still needed to be addressed, namely, the establishment of the Southwest Implementation Committee in order to set up an interim fee which would be placed in an escrow account until the Environmental Documents was approved; and advised that public hearings would need to be scheduled. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero, Ms. Berger relayed that one of the goals of the Policy Committee was to ensure that the fees collected within the region return back to the area, advising that the Committee would determine which projects were constructed. Recognizing Councilman Roberts for his efforts with respect to the WRCOG meeting, Mayor Stone relayed that when he was the representative at the WRCOG meeting, it had been his R:\Minutes\091200 11 recommendation to develop an interim TUMF fee, noting his support of this concept, relaying that it would be his desire that the interim fee be developed very soon in order to obtain the fees that are needed to accommodate the growth that is impacting the City. In response, Ms. Berger relayed that it was the hope to have the Implementation Agreement brought to the cities for adoption at a proximate future date. In response to Councilman Naggar, Deputy City Manager Thornhill relayed that the Conditions of Approval for projects would be changed as soon as the Implementation Agreement was adopted, advising that unless there was a Development Agreement in place with the particular developer, that when building permits were approved the applicant would be subject to those fees if the Implementation Agreement was in place. Ms. Berger provided additional information regarding this issue. For Councilman Naggar, Ms. Berger confirmed that a Policy Committee supported by a Technical Committee, would determine how the fees were spent. Supervisor Buster provided additional information regarding the development of the multi-year plan which would denote where the growth would be and the subsequent transportation needs, relaying the process of implementing the improvements. Mr. Haley echoed Deputy City Manager Thornhill's comments, applauding Supervisor Buster for his efforts in developing this program; noted that the critical element that would guarantee equity for the City of Temecuia was the fact that the City would be adequately represented; provided an overview of the projects that would be implemented, specifying the criterion; relayed additional information regarding the Coachella TUMF program; noted the recent additional Federal revenues applied toward transportation projects, advising that due to the substantial growth there was a need to further address the infrastructure needs; provided information regarding sources other than TUMF fees to obtain future funds for transportation needs, advising that the only feasible avenue to attempt to fully address the needs for infrastructure in the County would be to adopt the TUMF Program in conjunction with a reauthorization of the sales tax, and the CETAP program, noting that all three components were vital. For Councilman Roberts, Ms. Berger addressed the manner in which undeveloped land was to be considered, advising that the City of Temecula has an approximate equivalent amount of land in the commercial area that was undeveloped as the City of Murrieta; noted that the industrial fee would not be high. Councilman Pratt commented on the need for the community to focus on ridesharing and alternate transportation modes, recommending not building additional roads. In response to Councilman Naggar, City Attorney Thorson relayed that staff would investigate the feasibility of enacting an interim fee to be kept in an escrow account until this program was fully adopted, advising that in order to justify the fee, it would have to be clear how the fee was going to be utilized. City Manager Nelson queried whether there was an estimated timeframe for the interim fee to be in place. In response, Mr. Haley noted the absolute deadline to have the issue on the ballot in March of 2002, advising that the ordinances would most likely be in place Countywide by the latter part of the summer of 2001; noted that within the next 3-6 month period of time an ordinance could potentially be adopted in the Southwest area. For Mayor Stone, Mr. Haley relayed that different fee structures would be explored, noting that the Coachella TUMF program would not be duplicated exactly. R:\Minutes\091200 12 Mr. Berger provided information regarding the factors to be addressed prior to the development of an interim fee; relayed that as soon as the alternate agencies adopt the Implementation Agreement, the City could begin charging a fee; and noted that it was feasible that this process could be ready in a 60-day period of time. Mayor Stone thanked Supervisor Buster, Ms. Berger, and Mr. Haley for the excellent presentation. Councilman Naggar relayed gratitude to Supervisor Buster for his support of the City's Growth Management Polices. 16 Juvenile Loiterinq Ordinance RECOMMENDATION: 16.1 Introduce and read by title only an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 2000-'10 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ADDING CHAPTER 9.'16 TO THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO JUVENILE LOITERING AND PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR JUVENILES Police Chief Domenoe provided an overview of the staff report (of record), relaying that this ordinance would provide Police Officers with a law which allows them to provide sanctions on students (and their parents), who are truant and/or are found in public places within the City during school hours; and advised that the existing procedure of returning the students to school was not serving as a deterrent to truancy. Referencing the ordinance, Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero queried the adherence requirements for students who have been expelled or suspended. In response, Mr. John Malloy, from the District Attorney's office, advised that individuals who have been expelled were still required to go to school, noting that there were expulsion schools, and alternate programs available for these individuals; and advised that the objective was to keep the youth off the streets and out of public places when they should be in school. City Attorney Thorson introduced and read by title only Ordinance No. 2000-10. MOTION: Councilman Naggar moved to approve staff's recommendation. Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 17 Findinqs and Report from the Ad hoc Subcommittee formed to evaluate the Roripau,qh Ranch Specific Plan and Annexation Proposal RECOMMENDATION: 17.1 Approve the recommendation of the Ad hoc Subcommittee and proceed with the processing of the Roripaugh Ranch Specific Plan and its associated annexation based on the subcommittee's findings following their evaluation of the assessment district feasibility study. R:\Minutes\091200 13 Deputy City Manager Thornhill relayed the process of determining whether this project (which was primarily located in the County at this point in time) was viable, noting the concerns regarding the density of the project, the infrastructure financing, and alternate issues; relayed that the Subcommittee addressed these issues at the August 22, 2000 meeting, noting that the results of the Assessment District Feasibility improvements for the backbone road system (i.e., the extension of Butterfield Stage Road, Murrieta Hot Springs Road, and Nicholas Road) associated with this project were reviewed; advised that there were also concerns with respect to the fiscal impacts associated with the project, noting the subsequent request that a Fiscal Impact Analysis be performed, relaying that the results of that study revealed that this would be a fairly neutral project in terms of the fiscal impacts; based on the fact that the City would have control over the project, and the creation of an Assessment District to construct the infrastructure, it was determined by the Subcommittee that it would be in the best interests of the City to process the application and not allow it to go to the County due to the uncertainty which would be created with respect to the density the project, relaying that at this point the proposal was at a density level of approximately 2 units per acre across the entire property, noting that there would be approximately 270 acres that would be permanently preserved; and advised that the recommendation of the committee was to consider the recommendation of the Ad hoc Subcommittee and to proceed with the processing of the project and the associated annexation based on the Subcommittee's findings following their evaluation of the Assessment District Feasibility Study. For Mayor Stone, Director of Public Works Hughes relayed that the preliminary estimates for the infrastructure necessary would be approximately $24 million for drainage, street improvements and some utilities; advised that it was not the intent to fund the entire amount via the financing district, relaying that there would be guarantees in place that the alternate portions would be provided by other means; provided additional information regarding the applicant's portion of that figure as the Assessment District was formed which would be approximately $16-18 million; confirmed that there would be a substantial amount of grading required for the road improvements; and relayed that the word prior could be changed to reflect concurrent with respect to the requirement to condition the project to construct the required infrastructure improvements prior to development of the project. Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero provided an overview of the Subcommittee's process of determining whether to move forward with the processing of this project; specified the criteria that was met with respect to densities, open space areas, infrastructure, and a feasible Assessment District; and advised that the project fulfilled all of these elements. In response to Councilman Naggar, Director of Public Works Hughes provided clarification with respect to the timing of the roadway work with respect to development. In response to Councilman Naggar's queries as to whether the Open Space area would be useful, Deputy City Manager Thornhill relayed that it was useful in providing habitat and wildlife connections; relayed that the alternate space would be part of the Quimby requirements and part of the active components cf the plan; and noted that it was likely that there would be some limited access allowed in terms of horseback riding. Clarifying the density proposal, Councilman Pratt additionally relayed that the residents would be pleased with the Open Space area. Mayor Stone commended the Subcommittee for their diligent efforts with respect to this project. Deputy City Manager Thornhill commented, for the record, that he had received a call from the applicant relaying his queries with respect to an alternative project, clarifying that this was not R:\Minutes\091200 14 the issue before the Council tonight, relaying that any alternate plans would need to go back to the Subcommittee for review. Councilman Roberts relayed that he would be voting on the proposal at hand, with no changes. Mr. John Mize, 32850 Vista Del Monte, noted his opposition to this development; relayed that in his opinion the County should deal with this proposal; and noted concern regarding the proposed densities in light of the surrounding development, relaying a desire for 2.5 acre lots. Mr. W. Vazzana, 39605 Avenida Lynell, noted that he had been in contact with the developer; relayed that the developer had addressed some of his concerns; and with respect to the impact to Region 2 County Service Area, advised that density would be the primary concern. In response to Mr. Mize, Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero noted that the proposed density was 2.06 units per acre; with respect to the desire for 2.5 acre lots, relayed that the General Plan's zoning designated this property at a density of 3 units per acre. Councilman Naggar relayed that he was pleased with the potential of having an additional offramp. For Councilman Naggar, the developer's representative relayed that much of the infrastructure would be completed prior to the issuance of building permits. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero moved to approve staff's recommendation. Councilman Roberts seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 18 Appointment of Ad Hoc Council Subcommittee to review future electrical needs for the City of Temecula (Placed on the agenda at the request of Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero.and Councilman Naggar.) RECOMMENDATION: 18.1 Appoint two members of the City Council to serve on an Ad Hoc Council Subcommittee for the purpose of investigating future electrical needs and options that may be available to the City of Temecula. MOTION: Councilman Roberts moved to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero and Councilman Naggar to an Ad Hoc Committee to review future electrical needs. Mayor Stone seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Nelson relayed that Make A Difference Day was scheduled for September 23rd, from 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Assistant City Manager O'Grady noted that the focus would be to clean up the creeks and other Open Space areas, relaying that interested individuals could call City Hall for additional information. R:'Wlinutes\091200 15 CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT City Attorney Thorsen advised that with respect to the Closed Session there were two real estate items, noting that there were no reportable items under the Brown Act, relaying that Council did provide direction to staff; and advised that prior to a final agreement it would come back to the Council for consideration in Open Session. ADJOURNMENT At 9:37 P.M., Mayor Stone formally adjourned the City Council meeting to Tuesday, September 26, 2000, 7:00 P.M., City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Jeffrey E. Stone, Mayor R:\Minutes\091200 16