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HomeMy WebLinkAbout062591 TCSD Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT HELD JUNE 25, 1991 A regular meeting of the Temecula Community Services District was called to order at 8:46 PM. PRESENT: 4 DIRECTORS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Parks, Mufioz ABSENT: 1 DIRECTORS: Moore Also present were City Manager David F. Dixon, City Attorney Scott F. Field and June S. Greek, City Clerk. PUBLIC COMMENTS None given. CSD BUSINESS 1. Minutes It was moved by Director Parks, seconded by Director Birdsall to approve the minutes of June 11, 1991, as mailed. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 4 DIRECTORS: NOES: 0 DIRECTORS: ABSENT: 1 DIRECTORS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Parks, Mufoz None Moore AwRrd of Vehicle Bids Mary Jane Henry, Finance Officer, introduced the staff report. 4/Minutes/062591 -1 - 11/06/96 CSD Minutes J~ne 25. 1991 It was moved by Director Parks, seconded by Director Lindemarts to approve staff recommendations as follows: 2.1 2.2 Award the bids for the purchase of two (1) vehicle. Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. CSD 91-07 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT TO AMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 1990- 1991 BUDGET TO ACCOMPLISH A BUDGET TRANSFER. The motion was carried by the following vote: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Mu~oz, Parks None Moore NOES: 0 ABSENT: 1 PUBLIC HEARINGS TCSD Creation of ?ones and Proposed Rates and Charges and Second Reading of Ordinance City Clerk June Greek stated all affidavits of mailing and publication were available. It was moved by Director Parks, seconded by Director Birdsall to receive and file the affidavits of mailing and publication. The motion was unanimously carried with Director Moore absent. President Mu~oz asked City Clerk Greek if letters of protest had been received. Ms. Greek reported that 63 letters of protest have been received and she outlined the various reasons for protest. She stated that all letters have been copied and presented to the Board of Directors. Mark Ochenduszko, Assistant City Manager, introduced the staff report, 4/Minutes/062591 -2- 11/06196 CSD Minutes June ?5. 1991 describing the various changes from last year, one of which is the inclusion of refuse collection. Shawn Nelson, Director of Community Services, presented an explanation for the various service levels. Joe Hreha, gave a presentation regarding the refuse service, giving a brief explanation of State Law AB939 and the implications for the City of Temecula. He also outlined services that would be received. Director Birdsall asked if all letters of protest would be answered. Mr. Nelson stated that all letters would receive a written response. President Mu~oz opened the public hearing at 9:29 PM. Lois J. White, 43021 Agena, addressed the Board asking that the users of parks pay for them and also stated that senior citizens need consideration. J.F. Seguin, 41640 Avenida de la Reina, asked that this matter be tabled to allow further citizen input. Joseph R. Terrazas, spoke in opposition to the ability of the Board to levy fees. He also opposed the waste disposal agreement. President Mu~oz called a brief recess to change the tape at 9:37 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 9:38 PM. Samuel B. Ramos, 40122 Calle Medusa, stated that he does not have any street lights near his property, yet is being assessed for street lights. Shawn Nelson stated that an appeal could be filed to correct such errors. Mary Ann Pavlik, 31121 Buena Duerte, objected to the Waste Hauling Service being included on the property tax bill. Lynn Owen, 28990 Nuevo Valley Drive, Nuevo, objected to vacant property being assessed at a higher rate than a single family residence, stating he is being penalized for not developing his property. John O'Toole, 29699 Vailbrook, objected to the fact that CR&R has been awarded the franchise for Waste Disposal, when Inland Disposal has been providing excellent service. 4/Minutes/062591 -3- 11/06/96 CSD Min.tes June 25. 1991 Jack Mowry, 27147 Rainbow Creek Drive, objected to trash services being placed on the tax bill. A. J. Moore, 1300 Wilson Avenue, National City, representing Bay Cities Services, Inc., stated that Bay Cities was the low bid for waste disposal and cautioned the City to proceed slowly and carefully. Sydney Vernon, 30268 Mersey Court, objected to the method used to communicate the charges and the items to be included. Sharon Miller, P.O. Box 355, asked if the funds collected last year were spent and what happens to these funds if they are not. David Michael, 30300 Churchill Court, asked the Board what would be done with all the old garbage cans, stating he has not been able to find anyone to collect the old containers. He also stated that the product to be used by CR & R for the trash containers is toxic material because it is a cross link product. Mr. Michael, representing the Homeowners of the Villages, stated that the Villages will be asked to pay over $14,000 in additional charges for the TCSD to maintain their slopes, and asked that ownership be returned to the Homeowners Association. It was moved by Director Birdsall, seconded by Director Parks to extend the meeting until 11:00 PM. The motion was unanimously carried with Director Moore absent. Samuel Levine, 42367 Cosmic Drive, objected to the lack of communication between the Board, staff and citizens. He also requested that services be made available to the seniors of the community. Stan Klock, 413 N. Bullis Road, Compton, stated that his property was split into two 2 1/2 acre lots and was assessed separately. He explained that through an appeal last year, he was only charged for one parcel. He asked that this be done again this year. Eleanor L. Klein, 31130-122 S. General Kearney Road, spoke in opposition to the assessment of mobile homes in her area. Grace Kelly, 40371 Calle Medusa, objected to the increase in assessments that have steadily risen since incorporation. She also stated that the County has rebated the funds collected for slopes in 1989 and 1990. 4/Minutes/062591 -4- 11/06/96 CSD Minutes June 25. 1991 Shawn Nelson, Director of Community Services, stated that the City has not been able to collect the fund balance from the County of Riverside. Roger H. Holley, 11762 Dorada Avenue, Garden Grove, representing Western Waste Industries, cautioned the Board about moving too quickly on unproven systems. He also suggested that old trash cans be converted to earthquake preparedness cans for homes. Rita Hernandez, 31149 Corte Alhambra, stated she feels an increase in taxes should be done by referendum and asked that this issue be tabled. President Mu~oz called a brief recess at 10:36 PM to change the tape. The meeting was reconvened at 10:37 PM. President Mu~oz stated he has been presented with a petition with 123 signatures objecting to the increased assessments. Ed Doran, 39985 Stamos Court, spoke in opposition to the slope maintenance charges. Del Graves, 40150 Holden Circle, spoke in opposition to the levy and stated that no one has been willing to explain these charges. Allen Maslowski, 40409 Calle Medusa, stated he would like a refund of the taxes he has paid in previous years for slope maintenance. Cleades D. Chaney, 39648 June Court, spoke in opposition to the rates and charges. Rosemary Barrett-Smith, 31448 Corte Mallorca, spoke in opposition to the rates and charges and objected to the inclusion of trash services on the tax bill. Sal Simonetti, 2174 Steiger Lane, Oceanside, spoke in opposition to the rates and charges and stated that vacant land derives no benefit. Mr. and Mrs. Black, 39561 Linnitt Circle, spoke in opposition to assessments for slopes that their association maintains. Jerry Olguin, 40180 Roripaugh Road, thanked the Board for progress being made. He objected to the method used to determine benefits. 4/Minutes/062591 -5- 11/06/96 CSD Minutes June 25. 1991 It was moved by Director Birdsall, seconded by Director Parks to extend the meeting until 11:30 PM. The motion was unanimously carried with Director Moore absent. Joseph Clevoski, 31999 Vineyard Avenue, spoke in opposition to the imposition of these new rates. Larry Morris, 40491 Yardley Court, asked for an explanation on how Level C is divided into Service Level I and 2. Shawn Nelson, responded that developments having extensive landscaping fall into service Level I and those having minimal landscaping fall into service level 2 at a lower cost. Jean Mezak, Corte Senora, spoke in opposition to the trash collection being included on the tax bill. Mary Jane Henry, Finance Officer, stated that both the 1990-1991 assessments and the proposed 1991-1992 assessments are posted and staff will be happy to answer any questions. Lillian Smith, 41960 Greentree Road, questioned the parks assessment and the reasons developers have not paid park fees. Mary Manley, 30329 Via Canada, spoke in favor of putting this matter on the ballot for a decision from all citizens of the City. Director Parks stated that out of a $13,000,000 City budget, only $1,000,000 is collected from property taxes. He stated that $4,000,000 is from sales tax from places like Costco. Shawn Nelson reported that all new developments are required to either set aside land for parks or pay park fees. President Mu~oz closed the public hearing at 11:20 PM. RFCFSS President Mu~oz called a recess at 11:21 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 11:41 PM. 4/Minutes/062591 -6- 11/06/96 CSD Minutes June ~)5, 1991 It was moved by Director Birdsall, seconded by Director Lindemans to extend the meeting until 12:30 AM. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Mu~oz NOES: I COUNCILMEMBERS: Parks ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Moore Director Lindemans requested that the Board consider if the charges for refuse service should be included in the property tax bill or billed separately. Director Parks stated that in order to support the mandate of the state for reducing the waste stream, he feels that the City is obligated to take these steps. Director Lindemans stated he feels this is not a tax, but rather a service that property owners derive, even though it is billed through the property tax bill. RFCFSS President Mu~oz called a brief recess at 11:54 PM to change the tape. The meeting was reconvened at 11:55 PM. Director Lindemarts suggested a straw vote be taken on Level D - Refuse Collection and Recycling. The vote was unanimous in favor with Director Moore absent. Director Parks addressed the $49.00 Parks and Recreation fees, stating that with the additional $16.50 per year, the TCSD will have the ability to provide bonding capacity to accomplish the Capital Improvement Program. He explained by so doing, many new services would be available to the citizens of the community. Director Lindemans requested a straw vote on the Parks and Recreation fees. All members voted in favor of the increase to $49.00 per year with Director 4/Minutes/062591 -7- 11/06/96 CSD Minutes J~,ne 95. 1991 Moore absent. Director Lindemans initiated the discussion on street lights. Mary Jane Henry, Finance Officer, stated that arterial street lights have been raised by $3.00 per year for Level A & B. A straw vote was taken with all members in favor with Director Moore absent. Director Lindemans suggested that the City set up a fund account to track the slope maintenance services by individual tract. Director Birdsall stated that this may increase charges due to overhead for accounting purposes. Director Parks stated when slopes are properly maintained it increases the value of property. He suggested that the slope maintenance be continued to allow staff to educate the public on this service. City Attorney Field reported that the ordinance requires adoption to meet the July 31, 1991 deadline. He stated the rates and charges resolution could be continued to a later date. It was moved by Director Parks to approve staff recommendations for all Service Level Zones expect Zone C, and directed that rates be advertised and a special meeting held on July 16, 1991. The motion died for lack of a second. It was moved by Director Birdsall, seconded by Director Parks to approve staff recommendation 3.3 as follows: 3.3 Read by title only and adopt an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO. CSD 91-01 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT ORDERING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF CERTAIN ZONES WITHIN ITS BOUNDARIES 4/Minutes/062591 -8- 11/06/96 CSD Minutes The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 4 DIRECTORS: NOES: 0 DIRECTORS: ABSENT: 1 DIRECTORS: June 25, 1991 Birdsall, Lindemarts, Parks, Mu~oz None Moore David Michael asked if the homeowners would be able to get their slope back. City Manager Dixon reported that the homeowners need to present a petition, outlining their desires to have ownership of the slopes returned. It was moved by Director Birdsall to adopt staff recommendations 3.1 and 3.2. The motion died for a lack of a second. It was moved by Director Parks, seconded by Director Lindemans to adopt staff recommendation 3.2 and 3.1 to approve zones for Community Services/Parks, Service Levels A, B and D and to reconsider approval of Service Level C at a special meeting to be held on July 16, 1991. 3.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. CSD 91-08 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT ADOPTING RATES AND CHARGES FOR PARK AND COMMUNITY SERVICES, STREET LIGHTING, SLOPE MAINTENANCE, RECYCLING AND REFUSE PROGRAMS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1991-1992 3.2 RESOLUTION NO. 91-09 Adopt a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 1991- 1992 BUDGET 4/Minutes/062591 -9- 11/06/96 CSD Minutes The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 4 DIRECTORS: NOES: 0 DIRECTORS: ABSENT: 1 DIRECTORS: June :)5. 1991 Birdsall, Lindemans, Parks, Mu~oz None Moore It was moved by Director Birdsall, seconded by Director Lindemans to extend the meeting until 1:00 AM. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 3 DIRECTORS: NOES: I DIRECTORS: ABSENT: I DIRECTORS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Mu~oz Parks Moore COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR REPORT None given. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT None given. DIRECTORS REPORTS None given. 4/Minute s/062591 - 1 O- 11/06/96 CSD Minutes June ?5. 1991 ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Director Lindemans, seconded by Director Birdsall to adjourn at 12:37 AM. The motion was unanimously carried with Director Moore absent. M~oz,,?Pr/esident ATTEST: Distr'~t Secretary [SEAL] 4/Minutes/062591 -11- 11/06/96