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HomeMy WebLinkAbout112503 CC Minutes I MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 25, 2003 The City Council convened in Open Session at 7:19 P.M., on Tuesday, November 25, 2003, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Present: 5 Councilmembers: Comerchero, Naggar, Pratt, Roberts, and Stone Absent: 0 Councilmember: None PRELUDE MUSIC The prelude music was provided by Sheila Ryle. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Minister of Outreach Mike Preston of Southwest Christian Church. I ALLEGIANCE The flag ceremony was presented by Navy JROTC Unit from Chaparral High School. PRESENT A TION/PROCLAMA TIONS Presentation to Councilman Pratt Presenting a Plaque of Appreciation to outgoing Councilman Pratt, Mayor Stone thanked and commended Mr. Pratt for his four years of service and dedication to this community and commented on Mr. Pratt's efforts with regard to mass transit. PUBLIC COMMENTS A. Ms. Alice Sullivan, representing the Chamber of Commerce, introduced Ms. Kathy Forbes and Mr. Bert Baluyut who commented on the completion of the DVD entitled Succeeding in Temecula. Having previewed this DVD, Assistant City Manager O'Grady noted that it will be a helpful tool with economic development efforts. I B. Mr. Bill Harker, 31130-85 South General Kearney, representing the Temecula Valley Historical Society, thanked the City for its assistance with continuing efforts to restore the Wolf Tomb as well as repairing of the bronze historical plaques located on several buildings throughout the City. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS I A. Commending the Chaparral High School Girls' Volleyball Team on its CIF accomplishments, Mayor Pro Tem Naggar requested that formal recognition be given to the team at a future City Council meeting. Thanking those who assisted him in his reelection campaign as well as those who have assisted him in the past four years, Mayor Pro Tem Naggar relayed his appreciation and expressed delight in having the opportunity to serve on the City Council with newly elected Councilman Washington. B. Councilman Roberts noted that he had viewed the previously scheduled Tri- Tunnel Express Workshop with the Public Traffic Safety Commission as a very productive meeting. C. Councilman Comerchero informed the public that several City Councilmembers will be attending the National League of Cities Conference in Nashville and that he would report as to the processes of the conference. CERTIFICATION OF NOVEMBER 4. 2003. MUNICIPAL ELECTION Declaration of Results of November 4. 2003 Election RECOMMENDATION: I 1.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 03.167 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2003, DECLARING THE RESULTS AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW MOTION: Councilman Comerchero moved to adopt Resolution NO. 03-167. The motion was seconded by Councilman Roberts and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. OATH OF OFFICE TO INCOMING CITY COUNCILMEMBERS Michael S. Naggar Chuck Washington At this time, City Clerk Jones swore in reelected Councilman Naggar and newly elected Councilman Washington. I Thanking his wife, daughter, friends, and voters for their support during the election campaign, Councilman Washington commented on issues that were addressed with him during the campaign, noting traffic, jobs, protecting the character of the community, and 2 I maintaining a user-friendly City Hall; thanked City staff for its responsiveness to the community's needs; and expressed his enthusiasm to serve the City for the next four years and as well to work with the School Board. At 7:45 P.M. a recess was called to hold a reception in honor of Sam Pratt after which the Temecula Public Financing Authority met at 8:01 P.M. CONSENT CALENDAR 2 Standard Ordinance and Resolution Adoption Procedure RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda. 3 Resolution approvina List of Demands RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: I RESOLUTION NO. 03-168 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A 4 Cancellation of December 9. 2003 City Council Meetina RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Direct the City Clerk to cancel the regular City Council meeting of December 9, 2003, and to perform the appropriate postings and noticing requirements of the Government Code. 5 Temecula Citizen Corps Grant Fundina RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 Increase estimated grant revenue by $9,277; 5.2 Appropriate $10,000 to the City Manager Department budget to employ a consultant to develop a Temecula Citizen Corps Annex to the City's Multi- Hazard Function Plan; I 5.3 Appropriate $4,200 to the Police Department budget for the purchase of printed materials and supplies for the Temecula Citizen Corps. 3 I I I 6 Communitv Service Fundina Proaram (At the request of Mayor Stone and Mayor Pro Tem Naggar) RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Approve a Community Service Funding Grant of $1,000 to Music Heritage; 6.2 Approve an appropriation of $1,000 from the General Fund Undesignated Fund Balance. (Pulled for separate discussion; considered in conjunction with Council Business Item No. 11; see page 6.) 7 Approval of the Plans and Specifications for the Old Town Temecula Community Theater - Proiect No. PW02-23 - and authorization to solicit Construction Bids RECOMMENDATION: 7.1 Approve the Construction Plans and Specifications and authorize the Department of Public Works to solicit construction bids from the prequalified contractors for the Old Town Temecula Community Theater Project - Project No. PW02-23. (Pulled for separate discussion; see page 5.) 8 Acceptance of Offers of Dedication - Road and Utility Purposes for Fiesta Ranch Road (Lot E) as shown on Tentative Tract Map 29353 - Roripauah Ranch RECOMMENDATION: 8.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 03-169 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ACCEPTING OFFERS OF DEDICATION OF RIGHT OF WAY AS SHOWN ON TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 29353 FOR ROAD AND UTILITY PURPOSES FOR FIESTA RANCH ROAD (LOT E) AND AS OFFERED BY OWNERS OF PARCEL APN 957-340-004, 957-340-005, AND 957-340-006 BUT NOT ACCEPTING THAT PORTION OF STREET INTO THE CITY.MAINTAINED STREET SYSTEM AT THIS TIME 4 9 Letter of Support of appointment of Joan Sparkman as Trustee of California Community Colleae Board of Governors (At the request of Mayor Stone) RECOMMENDATION: I 9.1 Authorize the Mayor to sign a letter urging the appointment of Joan Sparkman to the California Community College Board of Governors as a Trustee. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Naggar moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1-5 and 8-9 (Item Nos. 6 and 7 puller for separate discussion; see pages 5-7). Councilman Comerchero seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM CONSIDERED UNDER SEPARATE DISCUSSION 7 Approval of the Plans and Specifications for the Old Town Temecula Community Theater - Proiect No. PW02-23 - and authorization to solicit Construction Bids RECOMMENDATION: 7.1 Approve the Construction Plans and Specifications and authorize the Department of Public Works to solicit construction bids from the prequalified contractors for the Old Town Temecula Community Theater Project - Project No. PW02-23. I Although he is a Board of Director for the Theater Foundation, City Attorney Thorson advised that because, at this time, there is no contractual relationship between the Foundation Board and the City, Councilman Washington may participate and vote on the matter. Acknowledging the accomplishments of many individuals involved with this project, Councilman Comerchero offered the following motion: MOTION: Councilman Comerchero moved to approve staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Naggar and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. Echoing Councilman Comerchero's comments, Councilman Washington relayed his delight with the completion of the theater building. I 5 Considered out of order I COUNCIL BUSINESS (Discussed Consent Calendar Item No.6 in conjunction with Council Business Item No. 11 11 Donation to Temecula PoP Warner Cheerleadina Squad (At the request of Mayor Stone) RECOMMENDATION: 11.1 Consider approval and allocation of up to $1,000 to assist Temecula Pop Warner Cheerleading Squad members in attending the national championship competition. Apprising the City Council of the squad's accomplishments, Ms. Lili-Ann Tuccinardi, 45310 Callesito Buros, relayed her appreciation to the Council for considering the request at this time. Ms. Gina Luizzi, 42602 Remora Street, coach, commented on the commitment and dedication this squad had displayed and advised that the cost estimate for attending the national championship competition would be approximately $900 per cheerleader and that there are 18 cheerleaders. I In an effort to address emergency funding requests such as this, Councilman Comerchero suggested that a portion of the Community Service Funding allocation be set aside to address such requests throughout the year. Concurring with Councilman Comerchero's comment, Mayor Pro Tem Naggar recommended allocating $100 per cheerleader for a total of $1,800. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Naggar moved to approve the staff recommendation plus an additional $800 for a total of $1,800 ($100 per cheerleader). The motion was seconded by Councilman Comerchero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 6 Communitv Service Fundina Proaram (At the request of Mayor Stone and Mayor Pro Tem Naggar) RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Approve a Community Service Funding Grant of $1,000 to Music Heritage; 6.2 Approve an appropriation of $1,000 from the General Fund Undesignated Fund Balance. I 6 I MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Naggar moved to approve staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Councilman Roberts and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. Mayor Pro Tem Naggar commended Ms. Helen Miller on her efforts. At 8:27 P.M., the City Council convened as the Temeicula Community Services District and the Temecula Redevelopment Agency, the City Council meeting resumed with regular business at 8:41 P.M. At this time, the public hearing was considered. PUBLIC HEARING 10 Amendment of the Temecula Reaional Center Specific Plan to establish reaulations aovernina temporarv uses in parkina lots of the Promenade Mall (40820 Winchester Road) - Plannina Application No. PA02-0522 RECOMMENDATION: 10.1 Approve the amendment of the Temecula Regional Center Specific Plan to establish regulations governing temporary uses in parking lots of the Promenade Mall; 10.2 Introduce and read by title only an ordinance entitled: I ORDINANCE NO. 03-13 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION PA02-0522, AMENDMENT NO.2 TO SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 263 (TEMECULA REGIONAL CENTER) AMENDING SECTION III.C.1 TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS RELATED TO TEMPORARY USES FOR THE LAND AREA ENCOMPASSED BY THE PROMENADE MALL AND SURROUNDING PARKING LOTS INTERIOR OF THE LOOP ROAD LOCATED AT 40820 WINCHESTER ROAD I Principal Planner Hazen reviewed the staff report (as per agenda material), highlighting the Planning Commission's recommendation, noting that the requirement of a temporary use permit would not be eliminated; that the purpose of the amendment would be to include uses that would not ordinarily be included in the permit process; and that each event application would be location specific. Considering it is one of the busiest time of the year, Councilman Roberts, echoed by Mayor Pro Tem Naggar, expressed concern with permitting car sales events during the month of December and requested that the existing balloon and banner restrictions placed on the dealerships be imposed on the proposed events. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Naggar, Deputy City Manager Thornhill advised that the proposed request would be a joint effort between the Promenade Mall and the auto 7 I dealers; that, although the City may not prohibit an outside auto dealer from requesting participation in the requested events, the intent of the applicant would be to only permit those businesses that currently operate in the City of Temecula. Because of the existing shortage in parking, Mr. Naggar questioned whether the proposed events would further exacerbate the problem. Mr. Naggar as well expressed concern with the lack of parking, resulting in parking on the other side of the ring road and, thereby, creating unsafe pedestrian crossing of the ring road. With Councilman Comerchero expressing concern with the addition of such events during the month of December, Planning Commissioner Telesio advised that the Commission had reduced the number of allowable events from 12 to 6 in order to determine if there were any impact and that if not impacts were determined, the Planning Director would have the ability to extend the number of events but not to exceed 12 events per year. I Mr. Phil Oberhansley, 27555 Ynez Road, No. 207, representing Temecula Towne Center Associates, loP., applicant, relayed support of the staff recommendation; advised that the intent of the request was to grant the Mall more flexibility and greater opportunity to provide benefits to City businesses and residents; stated that all auto sales have been and will continue to be held in conjunction with the Temecula Auto Dealers Association; indicated that the restaurant properties located on the outside of the ring road are not owned by the Mall; noted that no event will be held in December; that an event would be held in January; that the City may not prohibit an outside auto dealer from requesting participation in an event but that the Mall, because it is private property, may choose to deny such participation; and that it would be the Mall's intent to guarantee that only local car dealerships may partake in these events. Reiterating that it would not be the applicant's intent to create a situation that would dissatisfy the Mall customers or its current tenants, Mr. Mike DeBlado, Mall Manager, commented on the need ensure that there is sufficient parking for the shopping customers and reiterated that the out parcels are not owned by the Mall but that the Mall has granted those landlords permission to utilize Mall parking. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Naggar, Mr. DeBlado expressed a willingness to explore the installation of a soft sidewalk to ensure safe pedestrian crossing of the ring road. There being no additional input, the public hearing was closed. City Attorney Thorson further clarified the proposed ordinance, noting that no more than 12 events may be scheduled per calendar year; that each event shall not exceed 14 consecutive days; that no more than two events may be scheduled per month; and that holiday and seasonal events may have a duration of 45 consecutive days. To ensure the effectiveness of the proposed recommendation, it was noted, for Mayor Stone, that the issue could be reviewed in 12 months and if changes were necessary, that the Planning Commission undertake the necessary public hearings. Councilman Comerchero suggested that no same event be scheduled for more than two to four times a year. I In response to Councilman Washington, City Attorney Thorson advised that a temporary use permit would be appealable if problems were to arise with the first several events and that staff would be able to adjust the conditions of the temporary 8 I use permit to address such physical problems. At this time, City Attorney Thorson introduced and read by title only Ordinance No. 03- 13. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Naggar moved to adopt Ordinance No. 03-13 and to approve the Planning Commission recommendation subject to review in 12 months; that the temporary use permit process be dynamic as to staffs discretion; and that all auto events be held in conjunction with the Temecula Auto Dealers Association. The motion was seconded by Councilman Washington and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 12 Appointment of an Ad Hoc Council Subcommittee to review the Campus Proiect (At the request of Mayor Stone) RECOMMENDATION: 12.1 Appoint two members of the City Council to serve on an Ad Hoc Council Subcommittee for the purpose of reviewing the Campus Project. City Manager Nelson reviewed the staff report (as per agenda material). Mayor Pro Tem Naggar as well as Councilman Washington volunteered to serve on this committee. I Although the campus project is a Redevelopment project, Councilman Comerchero noted that he would view the potential traffic problems between the City and the City of Murrieta as a result of this project as unique and would, therefore, support the formation of a subcommittee solely to address the particular issue but that the campus project, as a whole, should remain under the review of the existing Redevelopment Subcommittee. Commenting on the importance of addressing the traffic problems with the City of Murrieta, Councilman Washington noted that it would not be his intent to usurp the responsibilities of the existing Redevelopment Subcommittee. Councilman Roberts relayed his support of forming this ad hoc committee in an effort to address the potential traffic problems as a result of this project. MOTION: Councilman Comerchero moved to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Naggar and Councilman Washington to serve on this ad hoc committee for the purpose of addressing potential traffic-related problems as a result of the campus project. The motion was seconded by Councilman Roberts and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS No additional comments. I 9 I I I CITY MANAGER'S REPORT No additional comments. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT There was no Closed Session. ADJOURNMENT At 9:30 P.M., the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting on Tuesday, December 16, 2003, at 7:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. 10