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HomeMy WebLinkAbout012390 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL HELD JANUARY 23, 1990 A regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order at 7:07 p.m. in the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol Street, Temecula, California. Mayor Ron Parks presiding. PRESENT 5 ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks COUNCILMEMBERS: None Also present were City Manager Frank Aleshire, City Attorney Scott F. Field, and Acting Deputy City Clerk June S. Greek. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Pastor Bill Rench of Calvary Baptist Church. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Councilmember Pat Birdsall. PRESENTATIONS/ PROCLAMATIONS Captain Bill Reynolds of the Riverside Sheriff's Department presented the City of Temecula with the first of the official Neighborhood Watch signs which will be posted throughout the community. Kim Chubota, Southem California Director of the League of California Cities addressed the City Council and extended an invitation to the City and City Councilmembers to join the League organization. She outlined the resources available to member cities and the networking opportunities afforded to members. Ms. Chubota also presented the City with a number of resource materials prepared by the League specifically for newly incorporated municipalities. Minutes 1/23/90 I PUBLIC COMMENTS Linda Cloghen, 41304 Bravos Court, Temecula addressed the City Council regarding the timing for hiring of the position of City Clerk and stated that she felt the current salary for the Deputy City Clerk was too high. She also questioned who currently holds the position of Deputy City Manager. John Cloghen, 41304 Bravos Court, Temecula questioned several budget expenditures he had read about and expressed concern regarding the City's hiring of consultants. Gretchen Hass, 41585 Avenida Rancho Vista, Temecula, representing the PTO at Temecula Valley High School, spoke regarding a Temecula Valley High Grad Night. She requested moral support from the community, financial support if possible, and general support of the philosophy of a Grad Night using this forum. Lynda Meacham, 42109 Roanoake Street, Temecula addressed the City Council regarding the Valencia Apartments, planned for construction off Rancho California Road. She presented the City with petitions containing 384 signatures in opposition to building this apartment project. She cited school overcrowding as a primary concern. Ronni Crossland, 30632 Hollyberry Lane, Temecula spoke in opposition to two additional apartment complexes being planned for the one square mile area in the vicinity of Rancho California Road, bordered by Moraga and Margarita Roads. She specified concerns with an increase in crime as a result of high density and overcrowded conditions. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Birdsall requested that item number 4 be removed from the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Moore requested the minutes of December 26, 1989 be corrected on pages one and four to show four Councilmembers present and voting and one Councilmember absent. Councilmember Mufioz requested a name and street address correction on page two of the minutes of January 9, 1990. The corrections were noted by the Acting Deputy City Clerk. It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Moore to approve items 1, 2 and 3 of the Consent Calendar as corrected. Minutes 1/23/90 2 o o Approval of Minutes 1.1 Approved the minutes of the meeting of December 26, 1989 as amended. 1.2 Approved the minutes of the meeting of January 9, 1990 as amended. Application for Alcoholic Beverage l,icen~ 2.1 Received and Filed application for Alcoholic Beverage License filed by Ralphs Grocery company - Northeast corner Winchester Road and Nicholas Road. Resolution Approving Payment of Demand~ 3.1 Adopted a Resolution entitled Resolution No. 90-07 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Temecula, approving the warrant register, dated January 23, 1990. The motion was unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Second Reading of Ordinance Fstablishing the Temecula Municipal Code David Lowry, 273 Jefferson,//206, Temecula addressed the City Council objecting to the provisions of the code section (2.06.030) limiting participation in City Commissions and Committees to residents of the City. Marc Grisham, 35750 Greer Road, Sun City, added his objection to the limitation on Commissions to residents of Temecula only. Minutes 1/23/90 3 Larry Markham, 41750 Winchester Road, Ste. N, Temecula, spoke regarding the subject of the residency requirements for Commission appointments and requested that the City Council consider members of the business community, who do not live within the City, eligible to serve on Commissions. Councilmember Mufioz spoke in favor of retaining the provision of section 2.05.030 as set forth in the proposed ordinance. Councilmember Lindemans stated he felt the strong Chamber of Commerce within the City presents an excellent opportunity for all members of the business community to become involved with the community and be represented. Mayor Parks outlined his concerns for making commission spots open to all segments of the community. Councilmember Birdsall also stated her preference for not limiting commissions to residents only. Councilmember Moore expressed her feelings with regard to having the electorate represented on the commissions in the same manner as on the City Council. RECF~S The mayor declared a short recess at 8:06 p.m. for the purpose of changing the audio tape. The meeting was reconvened at 8:07 p.m. with all members present. It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Moore to amend section 2.06.050 of the code to read, "Members of each commission shall be nominated by an Ad Hoc Committee of two Councilmembers subject to the approval of a four-fifths (4/5) majority of the City Council." It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Lindemans to reopen the public comments section on this matter. The motion was unanimously carried. Howard Chesher, 29710 Valle Olvera, Temecula, addressed the City Council speaking in opposition to the passage of section 2.06.050 as it applies to the choice of a two member Ad Hoc Committee. He expressed his opinion that each Councilmember should make a selection of candidates to be presented to the entire City Council for ratification by a four- fifths majority. Minutes 1/23/90 4 Following discussion the motion to amend Section 2.06.050 was passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 1 ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS COUNCILMEMBERS COUNCILMEMBERS Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Parks Mufioz None It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Lindemans to read by title only, waive further reading and introduce Ordinance 90-02 as follows: ORDINANCE NO. 90-02 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ESTABLISHING THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ENACTING TITLES 1, 2 AND 3 THEREOF, RELATING TO GENERAL PROVISIONS, ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL, AND REVENUE AND FINANCE The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks C OUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None RECFSS Mayor Parks declared a recess at 8;30 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. The meeting was reconvened at 8:45 p.m. Minutes 1123190 5 PUBLIC HEARING Plot Plan No. 10864 - Appeal of Planning, Commi~ion~'s Approval of 335 Unit Apartment Complex on ~.~z Acres. Mayor Parks declared the Public Hearing open at 8:46 p.m. and explained the process for hearing all interested parties. Staff Report City Manager Frank Aleshire introduced County of Riverside Planning staff member Laurie Dobson who gave the staff report outlining the history of the zoning considerations on the subject property. She explained the basis upon which the appeal had been filed. Councilmember Lindemans questioned if the provisions of the Quimby Act had been met for this project. He also inquired if the park fees had been paid. Richard McCatt, principal planner for the County of Riverside, responded stating that only he didn't know if this project is subject to park fees. Applicant Presentation The applicant, Stan Steel, 13555 Plantation Way, Moreno Valley, addressed the Council, expressing a willingness to return to the City Council with the specific landscaping plan showing the percentage of open space and play areas. He also stated that the figure of 1,800 additional residents would represent 5-6 residents per apartment, which in his opinion could not be determined prior to actual occupancy. Grant Beckland, 647 North Main, Riverside, engineer for the project, presented a map showing how drainage is being handled. Mayor Parks questioned the position of the retaining wall adjacent to the appellants property. Mr. Beckland showed a map detailing the retaining wall and percentage of the grade slope at Los Colinas. Councilmember Lindemans questioned the street access for the project. Mr. Steel pointed out two points of entry and exit, one from Moraga Road and one from the cul-de-sac off Rancho California Road. City Manager Aleshire requested a report from the developer regarding the fees being paid for public improvements. The applicant responded that fees were being paid for traffic Minu~s 1/23/90 6 signalization, fire mitigation, flood mitigation, Kangaroo Rat litigation fees, and building permit fees. Appellant Presentation Robert Oder, 29923 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, addressed the City Council speaking in opposition to the proposed apartment development. He addressed the history of the project and presented his continuing concerns about the project. He advised the Council that the project represents a 53% increase in density over his neighboring apartment project. Tamar Stein, Esq., of Cox, Castle and Nicholson, 2049 Century Park East, Los Angeles, representing the appellants outlined the points covered in her letter to the City Council dated January 19, 1990. Her testimony stressed concerns regarding the incompleteness of the project file currently in the City's possession. In summary, she stated the environmental assessment was not complete enough for the Council to support the recommendation of the County Planning Department. Robert Oder, Sr., 29911 Mira Loma Drive, //63, Temecula, spoke to the matter of retaining the current topography. In response to a question from Mayor Parks, he stated that there is not an existing flood control easement across his property. In response to a question from Councilmember Lindemans, Mr. Oder stated the density of his apartment project is 12.18 units per acre. Helen Oder, 29911 Mira Loma Drive//63, Temecula, requested that the Council consider the fragility of the Empire Creek. Public Input Ron Fortson, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, representing the Temecula Valley Unified School District, requested the City Council allow the School District time to assess the impact regarding the number of students this project will generate. Jean Sparkman, 30554 San Pasqual, Temecula, representing the Temecula School Board requested denial of this project based on the number of additional pupils it will generate. Steve Sander, 40213 Holden Circle, Temecula spoke in opposition to the project because of the limited open space and because of the lack of input by citizens of Temecula during the planning process. Jim Allmon, 43594 Gatewood Way, Temecula stated that there are already too many apartmetns and too much traffic congestion. Minutes 1/23/90 7 John Cloghen, 41304 Bravos Court, Temecula spoke in opposition to the staff recommendation, citing the traffic congestion and crime rates in rental properties. Rebuttal Grant Becklund said there is a need for a flood control easement and that the school impacts were addressed during the approval process at the staff level. Stan Steele said he believes the developers have adequately addressed environmental concerns in the planning of this project. He stated that he would look favorably on a continuance to allow the developers to explore the City's criteria which differs from that of the County. The owner, Mr. Tony Boyd responded to a question from Councilmember Lindemans that he might not be the builder of the project if further delays occur. Mayor Parks declared the public hearing closed at 10:15 p.m. Councilmember Lindemans spoke regarding the density considerations and the need to respect the existing topography. Mayor Parks expressed his concern regarding the changes in topography inherent in the design. He also outlined his concerns about the retaining walls and agreed that the criteria has changed as a result of the City's incorporation and involvement in these projects. City Attorney Scott Field outlined the Council's options as follows: 1. Approve the project and deny the appeal. 2. Approve the project and add new conditions. 3. Reopen the hearing and continue the project to a date certain with instructions to staff for considerations to be addressed at the next hearing. 4. Deny the project subject to staff preparing a resolution reflecting the findings which confirm the denial. It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Lindemans to deny Plot Plan 1086 subject to the appropriate resolution to be prepared by City staff reflecting the appropriate findings. Minutes 1/23/90 8 Tony Boyd, owner, responded to a question from Councilmember Moore, that he would prefer to see the project given the opportunity to make modifications rather than compelling them to start over again with the entire development process. Councilmember Mufioz withdrew the motion on the floor and Councilmember Lindemans withdrew the second. Councilmember Birdsall questioned the necessary time frame needed by the developers to address the concerns expressed by the City Council during the deliberations. It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Lindemans to continue the meeting for an additional five (5) minutes. The motion was unanimously carded. It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Lindemans to continue the matter "off calendar" and refer it back to staff. The motion was unanimously carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS Birdsall, Lindemans Moore, Mufioz, Parks NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS None It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to extend the meeting to 11:00 p.m. The motion was unanimously carried. Councilmember Lindemans left the chamber at 10:37 p.m. 6. Appointment of Alternate Voting Member of WRAG City Manager Aleshire gave a staff report and recommended that the Council appoint an alternate voting member. It was moved by Councilmember Moore, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz that Councilmember Birdsall be appointed as the City of Temecula's alternate voting member to the Western Riverside Association of Governments. Minutes 1/23/90 9 The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Moore, Mufioz, Parks NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans Resolution Approvin_~ a Contract for Financial Services It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Moore to continue the item to the meeting of January 30, 1990. Councilmember Lindemans rejoined the meeting at 10:44 p.m. The motion was unanimously carried. Traffic lnlprovement Projects on 1-15 Overcrossin_~s City Manager Frank Aleshim presented a staff recommendation that the City Council appoint a traffic committee to review proposals to improve traffic movement over the 1-15 bridges. He suggested that the Council appoint the members of the Transportation Subcommittee of the Growth Awareness Committee of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce, to include E. B. Adair, Auto Club of Southern California; Chuck Collins, Ranpac Engineering; Curt Hawkins, Hawkins and Robertson, Associates; Knox Johnson, private citizen and Jack Leathers private citizen. Mr. E. B. Adair, Jr. 450 W. Stetson Avenue, Hemet, representing the Automobile Club of Southern California addressed the City Council regarding the growth and traffic problems within the valley and the traffic Auto Club's efforts to work with the community on the problem areas. Jim Allmon, 43954 Gatewood Way, Temecula, urged these problems be addressed with the utmost urgency. Minutes 1/23/90 10 David Lowrey, 27349 Jefferson,/~r206, Temecula spoke regarding the immediate needs and priorities for solving the traffic problems. He suggested the City adopt the plan set forth by Ron Roberts of the CHP for providing uniformed traffic direction at the two 1-15 overcrossings and at Winchester Road at Ynez. In addition he volunteered his efforts to fund one week of the cost to implement the plan. The Council directed the staff to add Ron Roberts and David Lowrey to the Traffic Study Committee as well as a representative from Cal Trans and the County Road Department. It was moved by Councilmember Moore, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to implement and evaluate the uniformed traffic direction as proposed. The staff was directed to come back to the City council no later than 30 days with a report on the effectiveness of the experiment. The City Manager advised that this Traffic Committee must comply with the conditions of the Brown Act. In response to a question from Councilmember Birdsall, Captain Ron Roberts of the CHP stated that the CHP has had experience with this type of program during such events as the Tractor Races and Balloon and Wine Festival. After discussion Councilmember Moore and Councilmember Mufioz agreed to restate the motion as follows: It is moved to implement the program outlined by Ron Roberts of the CI-IP, with private funding and to create a traffic committee, subsequent to the implementation, further, to bring back a report on the effectiveness of the program to the City Council within 30 days. The motion was unanimously carried. Minutes 1/23/90 11 AD.IOURNMENT Mayor Parks declared the meeting adjourned at 11:02 p.m., to an adjourned regular meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m. on January 30, 1990 at the Rancho California Water District's Community Room, 28061 Diaz Road, Temecula, California. Ronald J. Parks, Mayor ATI~EST: F. D. Aleshire, City Clerk Minutes 1/23/90 12