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Home My WebLink About052395 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL HELD MAY 23, 1995 A regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order at 7:00 PM at the Community Recreation Center, 30875 Rancho Vista Street, Temecula, California. Mayor Jeffrey E. Stone presiding. PRESENT 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans, Mu~oz, Parks, Stone, Roberts ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Also present were City Manager Ronald Bradley, City Attorney Peter M. Thorson, and City Clerk June S. Greek. EXECUTIVE SESSION A meeting of the City of Temecula City Council was called to order at 5:40 PM. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Roberts to adjourn to Executive Session pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(A) Claim of Charles and Sharon Miller and §54956.9, Pending Litigation, Hill vs. City of Temecula. The motion was unanimously carried. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the flag salute by Councilmember Roberts. PRESENTATIONS/ PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Stone presented Certificates of Appreciation to The Women's Club of Temecula, Paradise Chevrolet and the Law Offices of Lorenz, Alhadeff, Cannon and Rose for their generous support of the Old Town Temecula Senior Center by assisting in the purchase of a handicapped equipped van to better serve the needs of the Senior Citizens of Temecula. PUBLIC COMMENTS John Hunneman, 39557 Del Val Drive, Murrieta, thanked Councilmember J. Sal Mu~oz for his 6 years of hard work. Mark McCormick, 29850 Gafeview Court, representing TOTAL, stated the purpose of the initiative petition being circulated is to prevent public credit being used to finance the Buffman project or similar projects without a majority vote. Carl Hanauer, 31010 Ave Buena Suerte, spoke regarding a meeting held in mid April with Mr. Bradley, Mr. Thorson, Ms. Wisenand, and Mayor Pro Tern Linderoans of the City and Melvin Copeland and Mark McCormick of TOTAL. He said based on recent correspondence from Ms. Minutes\5\23\95 -1- 06/14/95 Citv Council Minutes May 23. 1994 Wisenand, he wishes to be on record as supporting the initiative currently being circulated by TOTAL. Joseph R. Terrazas, 31160 Lahonfan Street, spoke in opposition to the Old Town Entertainment Center. Wayne Hall, 42131 Agena, spoke against the proposed initiative stating he voted to elect the Council, not TOTAL and if the initiative prevails, the Council's hands will be tied. Jeff Stone, 43136 John Warner Road, speaking as a private citizen, urged the citizens of Temecula to closely examine the impacts of the proposed initiative, stating its impacts would be far reaching and tie the hands of the City Council in many future transactions that are important to the City. He also stated that if citizens have signed the petition and wish to have their name removed, they can do so per Government Code Section 9602. Cynthia Arocha-Kitchel, 44535 Bedford Court, expressed concern with the traffic situation at Bedford Court and Highway 79 South and asked the Council to investigate. City Attorney Peter Thorson reported on the closed session, stating with respect to claim of the Millers, the Council authorized the City Attorney to make a settlement offer. He reported that in the matter of Hale vs. the City of Temecula, further direction was given to staff. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Parks requested that staff look into the possible signalization at the intersection of Enterprise Circle North and Winchester. Public Works Director Joe Kicak announced this matter will be heard before the Public\Traffic Safety Commission at next meeting. Councilmember Mu~oz tendered his resignation from the City Council and advised the Council and citizens of Temecula that it would be effective June 16, 1995, allowing time to tie up loose ends and to facilitate a smooth transition. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Roberts requested the removal of Items 4 and 6 from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Pro Tem Linderoans removed Item No. 7 from the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Mu~oz registered an abstention on Item No. 6. Mayor Stone removed Item No. 12 from the Consent Calendar to allow for public comment on this item. Minutes\5\23\95 -2- 06/14/95 Citv Council Minutes May 23, 1994 It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Lindemans to approve Consent Calendar Items 1-3, 5,6, 8-11,13 and 14 with Councilmember Mu~oz abstaining on Item No. 6.. o The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans, Mu~oz. Parks, Roberts, Stone NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Standard Ordinance Adoorion Procedure 1.1 Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda. Minutes 2.1 Approve the minutes of May 9, 1995. Resolution Aooroving List of Demands 3.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 95-43 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A o Solicitation of Construction Bids for Access Ramos Project - PW 95-04 5.1 Approve the plans land specifications and authorize the Department of Public Works to solicit public construction bids for Access Ramps - Project PW95-04. Minutes\5\23\95 -3- 06/14/95 City Council Minutes May 23, 1994 Contract ChanQe Order No. 4 for Winchester Road Interim Street Improvements, Project PW94-03 6.1 Approve Contract Change Order No. 4 for Winchester Road Interim Street Improvements, Project PW94-03 for Additional Aggregate Base - Class 2 in the amount of $27,660.00. 6.2 Approve a budget transfer in the amount of $24,537.64 from the Pavement Management Project to the Winchester Road Interim Street Improvements Project. 10. Supplemental No. 007 to Local Aaenc¥ Aareement for Federal Aid Projects No. 08- 5459 for Federal Grant Fundina for Pala Road Bridqe 8.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 95-55 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTAL NO. 007, TO LOCAL AGENCY AGREEMENT NO. 08-5459, BETWEEN THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY OF TEMECULA FOR FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. BRLS-5459(003),PALA ROAD BRIDGE Amended Memorandum of UnderstandinQ - Access to Winchester Road and State Route 79 South 9.1 Approve the amended Memorandum of Understanding with Caltrans and authorize the Mayor to sign. Tree Trimming ProQram in Starliqht Ridge Area 10.1 Authorize staff to call for bids for Tree Trimming Program in the Starlight Ridge Area. 11. Release Traffic SiQnal MitiQation Bond in Tract No. 26861-3 11.1 Authorize the release of Traffic Signal Mitigation Bond in Tract No. 26861-3and Direct the City Clerk to so notify the Developer and Surety. Minutes\5\23\95 -4- 06/14/95 City Council Minutes May 23, 1994 13. 14. Easement from Tomond Properties Limited for Maintenance of Loop Detectors at Del Rio Road and Front Street 13.1 Accept the easement from Tomond Properties Limited for the maintenance of loop detectors at Del Rio Road and Front Street. Resolution Reouestino Inland Empire Postmark Desionation 14.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 95-46 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA REQUESTING INLAND EMPIRE POSTMARK DESIGNATION .. Public Nuisance Abatement - 30301 Nicolas Road Councilmember Roberts questioned the need for a second public hearing on this issue. Chief Building Official Tony Elmo stated some of the notices were not mailed via certified mail, therefore in the interest of fairness the public hearing should be re-done. It was moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve staff recommendation as follows: 4.1 Set the date of a public hearing for June 13, 1995, at 7:00 PM, for the purpose of confirming the cost to the City for the abatement of a public nuisance at 30301 Nicolas Road. The motion was unanimously carried. Contract Change Order No. 4 for Winchester Road Interim Street Improvements, Project PW94-03 Councilmember Roberts asked why this change order is necessary. Public Work Director Joe Kicak explained the Change Order is necessary due to a staff error in converting quantities from cubic yards to tonnage. He reported that in negotiating the change order, he was able to get unit prices reduced, and felt the change was fair to both parties. Minutes\5\23\95 -5- 06/14/95 City Council Minutes May 23, 1994 It was moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve staff recommendation as follows: 6.1 6.2 Approve Contract Change Order NO. 4 for Winchester road Interim Street Improvements, Project PW94-03 for Additional Aggregate Base - Class 2 in the amount of $27,660.00. Approve a budget transfer in the amount of $24,537.64 from the Pavement Management Project to the Winchester Road Interim Street Improvements Project. The motion carried by the following vote: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: AYES: 4 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 ABSTAIN: I Lindemans, Parks, Roberts, Stone None None Mu~oz Solicitation of Construction Bids for Sidewalk Improvements on Rancho Vista Road and Mira Loma Drive - Project PW94-19 Mayor Pro Tern Lindemans stated this project provides continuous sidewalks around a public school and stressed the importance the City of Temecula places on public safety. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans to approve staff recommendation as follows: 7.1 Approve the construction plans and specifications and authorize the Department of Public Works to solicit public construction bids for sidewalk improvements on Rancho Vista Road and Mira Loma Drive - Project PW94-19. The motion was unanimously carried. 12. Stop Controls on Milky Way Drive at Asteroid Way Wayne Hall, 42131 Agena, spoke in favor of staff recommendation and asked that additional stop controls be installed in the Starlight Ridge area. Minutes\5\23\95 -6- 06/14/95 City Council Minutes May 23. 1994 It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Linderoans to approve staff recommendation as follows: 12.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 95-45 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ESTABLISHING STOP SIGNS The motion was unanimously carried. RECESS Mayor Stone called a recess at 7:53 PM. The meeting was reconvened following the previously schedule Community Services District and Redevelopment Agency Meeting at 8:35 PM. Mayor Stone announced the next City Council meeting on June 13, 1995, will be broadcast live on cable television. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. Plannine Application No. PA 94-0098, Nicolas Valley Special Study Planning Director Gary Thornhill presented the staff report. Mark Rogers, representing NBS Lowry, briefly outlined densities. Helen N. Lasanga, 30885 Nicolas Road, spoke in favor of the current zoning and asked that this area remain a rural community. Cecil E. Edwards, 31250 Nicolas Road, spoke in favor of the current zoning. Dennis Fitz, 39910 Jeffrey Heights Road, spoke in favor of increasing the density in this area. RECESS Mayor Stone called a brief recess at 9:10 PM to change the tape. The meeting was reconvened at 9:16 PM. Mike Knowlton, 39130 Pala Vista Drive, representing Citizens for a Rural Temecula, read a letter into the record recommending no change be made to current zoning° alternatives for various Minutes\5\23\95 -7- 06/14/95 City Council Minutes Mav 23, 1994 City Clerk June Greek announced Alfred Owen telephoned a protest against a change of zoning in the area, and requested the record reflect that action. Planning Director Gary Thornhill stated he had residents request an increase of density and this is why the study was done. He reported that low interest was shown on changing the zoning and staff recommendation is to retain the existing 2 1/2 acre size lots. He reported the Planning Commission upheld that recommendation.. It was moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans to approve staff recommendation to retain the existing 2 1/2 acre size lots. The motion was unanimously carried. Hearing no objections, Mayor Stone reordered the agenda to hear Item No. 1 7 out of order. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1 7. Temecula Education Apprenticeship Model (T.E.A.M.) Pro(~ram Human Resources Administrator Grant Yates presented the staff report. Dr. Jay Hoffman, Assistant Superintendent of 'remecula Valley Unified School District outlined the program. It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Roberts to direct staff to implement the proposed program. The motion was unanimously carried. 18. Spray Iniection Machine (Requested by Mayor Stone) Public Works Director Joe Kicak presented the staff report. Mayor Pro Tern Lindemans suggested the City look into a joint venture with other cities. Councilmember Mu~oz stated he does not feel it is practical to purchase this type of equipment for Temecula only, but would agree to a joint venture between several cities. Councilmember Parks stated he would support allowing private enterprise to administer this program, Minutes\5\23\95 -8- 06/14/95 City Council Minutes May 23, 1994 It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Parks to direct staff to investigate the possibility of a joint venture purchase and use with other jurisdictions. It was further moved to receive and file the report. The motion was unanimously carried. ADDroval of Joint Traffic Safety Proaram (Operation SCAIR) It was moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve staff recommendation as follows: 18.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 95-47 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING AN AGREEMENT TO PARTICIPATE IN A JOINT TRAFFIC SAFETY PROJECT WITH THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL, THE RIVERSIDE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENTAND OTHER SOUTHWEST RIVERSIDE COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES The motion was unanimously carried. Discussion of Possible Board of Supervisors Action to Cease Fundin(~ for Western Riverside Council of Governments Councilmember Roberts stated he placed this item on the agenda to obtain support from the Council of the recommendation that the County of Riverside continue membership in WRCOG before that matter goes before the Board of Supervisors for possible funding cuts. Councilmember Parks voiced his support of WRCOG, and reported this organization brings together cities in Riverside County and the County of Riverside to discuss matters of regional importance. He stated this organization has not increased its cost since inception and through grants like RCTC, has taken on special projects. It was directed by unanimous consensus that the Mayor be authorized to speak on behalf of the City before the Riverside County Board of Supervisors in favor of their continued participation in WRCOG and that a letter to that effect also be sent. Consideration of Street Naming Program City Clerk June Greek presented the staff report. Minutes\5\23\95 -9- 06/14/95 City Council Minutes May 23, 1994 Councilmember MuRoz stated it is his understanding streets are named by developers or property owners and questioned whether this would be precedence setting. Mayor Pro Tern stated he is not in favor of this program. Chief Building Official Tony Elmo stated the City of Corona has recently approved this program, and there are a lot of questions that need to be answered. He stated he could meeting with the City Engineer and Planning Director to try and resolve these issues. Mayor Stone stated he would like to support the American Cancer Society, but is concerned about policies. He asked the Council to remain open and allow in concept, the American Cancer Society to auction off a street name, with the Council reserving the right to approve the final name, and allow staff to come back with a policy. Councilmember Parks moved to refer the matter to staff to come up with method to accommodate this. The motion died for a lack of a second. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Roberts to receive and file the report. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans, Mu~oz, Roberts NOES: 2 COUNCILMEMBERS: Parks, Stone CITY MANAGER'S REPORT None given. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT None given. Minutes\5\23\95 -10- 06/14/95 CiW Council Minutes May 23, 1994 ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Lindemans to adjourn at 10:10 PM to a meeting on June 13, 1995, 7:00 PM, Community Recreation Center, 30875 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula, California. The motion was unanimously carried. ATTEST: J~. Greek, CMC, ~:ity Clerk Mayor Minutes\5\23\95 -11- 06/14/95