HomeMy WebLinkAbout080895 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL
HELD AUGUST 8, 1995
A regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order at 7:02 PM at the
Community Recreation Center, 30875 Rancho Vista Street, Temecula, California. Mayor
Jeffrey E. Stone presiding.
PRESENT: 5
COUNCILMEMBERS:
Parks, Roberts, Birdsall,
Lindemans, Stone
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Also present were City Manager Ronald Bradley, City Attorney Peter M. Thorson, and City
Clerk June S. Greek.
EXECU'flVE SESSION
None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The audience was led in the flag salute by Councilmember Roberts.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Associate Pastor Bonnie Natte from Discovery Christian
Church.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Sam Pratt, 40470 Brixton Cove, informed the Council he would be submitting a petition
soon on the Ballot Initiative in support of using non-public funds for the Entertainment
Center in Old Town.
Wayne Hall, 42131 Agena, represented the Home Owners Association in Starlight Ridge,
expressed frustration concerning a SCE easement in the Starlight Ridge project. He stated
a problem existed when residents attempted to abate weeds due to gates being locked.
Councilmember Stone recommended Mr. Hall speak with Joe Kicak, Director of Public
Works to work out a solution.
Wayne Hall, 42131 Agena, expressed confusion on Animal Control responsibilities. He
stated many large dogs had been running through Starlight Ridge and residents were
getting the run-around on who to call. He would like to get the word out on who to call.
City Manger Bradley responded that the police department should be contacted if life is
threatened, but, as a last recourse they could call City Hall. The Animal Control telephone
number would be made public through the City's Community Services Bulletin.
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Cynthia Arocha-Kitchel, 44535 Bedford Court, requested installation of a signal at Highway
79 south and Bedford Court which is needed for safe ingress and egress to the parking lot
and submitted 500 signatures of business clients in support of this signalization.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Birdsall commented on "Support Your Street" signs posted by the City and
requested staff re-address the size of sign. She feels the letters should be larger and
recommended this be brought back to Council for review.
Mayor Pro-Tern Lindemans reported on his published "Letter to the Editor" regarding
"Council Happenings". He recommended Mayor Stone prepare a similar column on a
monthly basis.
Councilmember Parks presented a report on a conference he attended and recommended
staff research installing hi-tech computer technology in the new City Hall quarters. This
could include E mail which results in a reduction of paper, and is an inexpensive way to get
messages to all staff and information to the community. He requested staff review this
technology.
Mayor Stone thanked more than 50 volunteers who assisted the Temecula Library and
invited interested parties to a meeting on Friday, August 18 to discuss extending Temecula
Library hours. He stated that the City will do all it can to help keep the Library open.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Roberts removed item No. 5 from the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Parks removed Item No. 6 from the Consent Calendar.
Mayor Stone removed Item No. 8 from the Consent Calendar.
It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Roberts to approve
Consent Calendar Items 1-4 and 7 and 9-18.
The motion carried as follows:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Parks,
Roberts, Stone
NOES:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
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1.
10.
Standard Ordinance Adoption Procedure
1.1 Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and
resolutions included in the agenda.
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2.1 Approve the minutes of July 25, 1995
Resolution Approvin(~ List of Demands
3. Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 95-68
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS
SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A
City Treasurer's Report
4.1 Receive and file the City Treasurer's Report as of June 30, 1995.
Records Destruction Approval
7.1
Approve scheduled destruction of certain records as provided
under the City of Temecula approved Records Retention Policy.
Award of Construction Contract for the Parkview Site Rough Grading
Improvements (Project No. PW93-09)
9.1
Award a contract for the rough grading improvements, Project
No. PW93-09,to Kunze, Inc. for $277,018.00,and authorize the
Mayor to execute the contract;
9.2
Authorize the City Manger to approve change orders not to
exceed the contingency amount of $27,701.80, which is equal
to 10% of the contract amount;
Approve a transfer from the General Fund of $64,719.80to the
Capital Projects Fund.
9.3
Appropriation of Funds for Weed Abatement
10.1
Approve an appropriation of $18,902to Account No. 001-162-
999-5440, Weed Abatement, for 1994-95 weed abatement
services.
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11. Appropriation of Funds for Plan Review Services
11.1
Approve an appropriation of $27,813to Account No. 001-162-
999-5248, Consulting Services, for 1994-95 plan review
services.
12. Contact Amendment - Tsutsumida and Associates
12.1
Approve amendment of $22,675to the design services contract
for Tsutsumida and Associates for the Temecula City Hall
Project.
13. Pala Park Reimbursement A(~reement- Release of Deposit
13.1
Authorize the release of a $20,000cash deposit to Santa Barbara
86 for the completion of the sewer main line for the Pala
Community Park - Tract No. 21067.
14. Award of Contract for the Access Ramps - Project PW 95-04
14.1
Award a contract for the construction of the Access Ramps,
Project No. PW95-04 to Sean Malek Engineering and
Construction, Inc. for $25,200.00 and authorize the Mayor to
execute the contract.
14.2
Authorize the City Manager to approve change orders not to exceed the
contingency amount of $2,520.00 which is equal to 10% of the
contract amount.
15. Release Improvement Bond for Tract No. 19872-F Cap Paving
15.1 Authorize the release of Faithful Performance Bond for
construction of cap paving for Tract 19872-F;
15.2 Direct the City Clerk to so advise the Developer and Surety.
16. Reconvev Parcels in Parcel Map No. 22629
16.1 Authorize reconveyance of three parcels in Parcel Map No.
22629;
16.2 Authorize the Mayor to execute the deed for that purpose;
16.3 Direct the City Clerk to have the executed deed recorded, and so
notify the Developer.
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17.
Quitclaim Deed in Tract No. 27827-F (located north of Nicolas Road and east
of Winchester Road)
17.1 Approve the execution of a Quitclaim Deed in Tract No. 27827-F;
17.2 Authorized the Mayor to sign the Quitclaim Deed;
17.3 Direct the City Clerk to record the Quitclaim Deed and notify the
Developer.
18. Beer and Wine License for Temeku Golf Course
18.1 Direct staff to approve a beer and wine license for the Temeku
golf course.
Authorization to Execute Supplemental Agreement for the Use of 21st year
Community Development Block Grant Funds
Bob Hemme, Temecula Museum President, 43500 Ridge Park Dr. #203, asked
the Council to consider appropriating Block Grant funds to fund the Sam Hicks
Park Improvements and Temecula Museum.
Councilmember Roberts questioned the grant allocation recipients from the
Murrieta Valley School District and the City of Hemet. He asked why the City
was funding other agencies. Staff responded that these had been
recommended and approved by Council in February. City Manger Bradley
stated that the rationale for approval could be reviewed and reported to the
Council.
Councilmember Roberts requested a more concise staff report next year
concerning allocation of funds.
Councilmember Parks stated that the two programs in question are available to
Temecula residents as well. He also stated these are viable programs and
stated he had no problem with this recommendation.
It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Lindemans to approve staff recommendation as follows:
5.1
Authorize the Mayor to execute the Supplemental Agreement for
the 21 st Year Community Development Block Grant Funds.
The motion was unanimously carried.
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Establishing a Time Certain for the Temecula Community Services District and
the Temecula Redevelopment AQencv Meetings
Councilmember Parks expressed concern that the public be aware of exact
meeting times with establishing this schedule.
Councilmember Birdsall stated that the Council will always have the option to
change the agenda in special circumstances.
It was moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Lindemans to approve staff recommendation to notice the Temecula Community
Services District immediately following the completion of the Consent Agenda
and the Temecula Redevelopment Agency meeting to follow the Community
Services District meeting.
The motion was unanimously carried.
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Transfer of Funds, Development Impact Fee (Public Facilities) to Measure "A"
Funds
Mayor Stone expressed concern regarding reimbursement while working with
State and Federal processes. City Manger Bradley responded the City can not
be certain that funds will be reimbursed. He also stated it could take months
for the government to determine eligibility, however the costs are funded since
the budget is submitted ahead of time.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Parks to
approve the transfer of funds to Measure "A" Fund as follows:
8.1
Appropriate $254,708 from the Development Impact Fee Fund
(Public Facilities), and authorize the transfer of said amount to
Measure "A" Fund.
This was unanimously carried.
Councilmember Birdsall expressed gratitude to Sierra Heating & Air Conditioning
and Greater Alarm for their donation of inspection services at the new City Hall
saving the City $2,500.
PUBLIC HEARING
19.
Abatement of Hazardous Vegetation from Vacant Lots or Parcels per Ordinance
91-18, Chapter 6.16
Staff reported there were 1325 posted vacant parcels for non-compliance in
City limits and 226 parcels have been recommended to the City Clerk for
Special Assessments.
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Councilmember Parks asked if the staff had been sensitive to property owners
by giving proper timely notice before clearing the property. Staff responded the
inclement weather had precipitated an early growth, however, owners were
noticed well in advance and were noticed well in advance and wil be noticed 20
- 30 days later next year should this reoccur.
Mayor Stone opened the Public Hearing at 7:45 P.M.
Mayor Stone closed the Public Hearing at 7:45 P.M.
It was moved by Councilmember Parks and seconded by Councilmember Roberts to
approve the resolution as follows:
19.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 95-69
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ORDERING CONFIRMATION OF SPECIAL
ASSESSMENTSAGAINST PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN THE CITY
OF TEMECULA FOR COSTS OF ABATEMENT AND REMOVAL OF
HAZARDOUS VEGETATION.
The motion carried as follows:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
AYES: 5
Roberts, Stone
NOES: 0
ABSENT: 0
Birdsall,
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Ordinance AdoDtina the CMP Land Use Coordination Process
Lindemans, Parks,
Public Works Director Joe Kicak presented the Ordinance according to State
law. Staff recommends approval.
Mayor Stone opened the Public Hearing at 7:50 P.M.
There being none Mayor Stone closed the floor for Public Input at 7:50 P.M.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Lindemarts and seconded by Councilmember Birdsall
to approve the staff recommendation as follows:
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Introduce and read by title only an ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 95-11
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ADOPTING THE CMP LAND USE COORDINATION
PROCESS
The motion carried as follows:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: 0
ABSENT: 0
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COUNCILMEMBERS:
COUNCILMEMBERS:
21.
22.
Birdsall, Lindemans, Parks,
Roberts, Stone
None
None
MitiQated Negative Declaration for the Construction of Overland Drive between
Ynez Road and Jefferson Avenue; EA-6 Revised
Planning Director Gary Thornhill presented the staff report.
It was moved by Councilmember Parks and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans
to approve staff recommendation as follows:
21.1
Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for Environmental
Assessment Number 6 Revised, the proposed construction of
Overland Drive between Ynez Road and Jefferson Avenue.
The motion carried as follows:
AYES:
4 COUNCILMEMBERS:
Lindemans, Parks, Roberts, Stone
NOES:
1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Annexation of 310 acres to the City of Temecula bv ApprovinQ the Plan of
Services and the Environmental Determination; and Consideration of Pre-
Annexation A(~reement Between the City of Temecula and Pulte Home
Corporation
Planning Director Gary Thornhill presented the staff report. This request is part
of the Specific Plan that has been approved by the County of Riverside. The
Temecula Planning Commission heard this request on August 7. Mr. Thornhill
also advised the annexation request is contingent upon LAFCO approval.
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Mayor Stone called for a recess to change the tape at 7:59 PM. The meeting was reconvened
at 8:00 P.M.
Mayor Pro Tern Lindemarts stated the City has 15,000 homes built to-date and
another 15,000 homes to be constructed prior to build out. He said if build out
occurs within 10 years, the City will expierence a deficit. He stated that the
property tax is not enough to support the City at its current size. He requested
staff to report on the long term benefit on annexing the Sphere of Influence.
Councilmember Parks commented that the applicant has worked hard with city
staff for several months and has made modifications to comply with the
Specific Plan.
Councilmember Roberts asked what percentage of land is vacant in the city.
Staff responded that 50% of the land has been developed in the City. He also
reminded Council that Pulte at one time threatened to sue if they were included
in the city limits.
Mayor Stone asked City Manager Bradley if he was willing to stand behind the
Fiscal Impact Report. City Manager Bradley responded he would like staff to
analyze the report before making a recommendation to the Council.
Mayor Stone opened the Public hearing at 8:15 P.M.
Sanford Edward, 110 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, representing Pulte
Homes, presented the applicant's points of issue. The project will incorporate
various industrial and commercial developments. Pulte Homes now prefers to
be in the City of Temecula rather than unincorporated County area.
Dale Levander, 30429 Via Cambron, Rancho Palos Vetdes, prepared the fiscal
analysis and offered to answer questions of the Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans asked how much it would cost to prepare a fiscal
impact report for the city. Mr. Levander responded it would cost between
$3,000- $5,000.
Mayor Stone closed the public hearing at 8:45 P.M.
Councilmember Birdsall requested Council consider the full picture and what
message is projected to other Sphere of Influence citizens by not approving this
proposed annexation.
Mayor Pro Tern Lindemans stated that Council does have a say in what is
included in the city limits and unless he sees a report that is financially
favorable he is not in favor of annexation of any additional land.
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Councilmember Parks expressed disappointment with Council's comments in
opposition to annexation and believes the feeling of urbanization has been lost.
He also stated that if the City does not allow annexation, Temecula will lose
control of the type of development and density that will take place.
Mayor Stone called for a recess to change the tape at 8:58 P.M.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:00 P.M.
Mayor Stone called for a break at 9:00 P.M.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:11 P.M.
Councilmember Roberts stated the present Council may have different views.
He stated Temecula has 50% undeveloped land, traffic problems and the flight
plan of the French Valley Airport to consider. He said housing projects do not
pay their way and he is in opposition to annexation.
Mayor Stone stated he cannot support annexation without an analysis of the
report. His calculations show a deficit may occur if the City annexs. He
expressed a desire to provide a high level of services to the City of Temecula
and not reduce those services in the future. He pointed out advantages to this
project but the unknown future public infrastructure deficiencies should be
considered. He recommended a workshop to answer these and other questions
of the Council.
Mayor Pro Tern agreed with Mayor Stone and stated that he was not against
annexation if it is proved beneficial for the city.
Councilmember Parks recommended this item be continued for 30 days to give
staff time to come back with answers.
Mayor Stone made a motion to schedule a workshop on annexation, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Lindemans.
Councilmember Parks amended the motion to schedule the workshop within 60 days and
continue the public hearing to date after the workshop is held, the amended motion was
seconded by Councilmember Birdsall.
The motion carried as follows:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Parks,
Roberts, Stone
NOES:
0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
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Council directed staff to schedule a workshop on annexation. City Manager
Bradley asked for clarification on contracting with independent consultants to
prepare a fiscal impact report prior to the workshop. This matter will be
brought back to Council for discussion and decision.
Mayor Stone called for a recess at 9:29 P.M. to hold the scheduled Community Services
District and Temecula Redevelopment Agency meetings.
The meeting was reconvened at 9:35 P.M.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Bradley announced the after hours phone number for Animal Control (354-
7387). He also thanked staff for their work on the HUD project for the City of Temecula.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
None given.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 P.M. to a regular meeting on August 22, 1995, 7:00 PM,
Community Recreation Center, 30875 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula, California.
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