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HomeMy WebLinkAbout040390 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL HELD APRIL 3, 1990 A regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order at 7:03 PM in the Rancho California Water District, Community Room, 28061 Diaz Road, Temecula, California. Mayor Ron Parks presiding. PRESENT 5 Mufioz, Parks COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Also present were City Manager Frank D. Aleshire, City Attorney Scott F. Field, and Deputy City Clerk June S. Greek. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Pastor Tim Riter, Rancho Christian Church. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Councilmember Peg Moore. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Claudia Brode, 41480 Luz Del Sol, addressed the City Council speaking in the opposition to the recall movement. She also spoke regarding the absence of Neighborhood Watch news letters and signs in her area of the City and asked that the City staff follow up to determine why the newsletters are not being delivered. Bill Bopf, 28924 Front Street, Suite 109, spoke in support of the City Council and their actions. He said cities can't solve problems without money and they need to have growth to generate the necessary funds for their day-to-day operations. George Buhler, 40265 Paseo Serino, spoke against the recall movement. He praised the devotion to the City displayed by Councilmember Pat Birdsall. Howard Chesher, 29710 Valle Olvera representing The Temecula Town Center Association, read a statement prepared by The Town Association in opposition to the recall movement. Minutes 4/03/90 1 Ronald C. Perry, 44550 La Paz Road, announced that he was representing a committee called Temeculans Against Recall and stated he represents a large silent majority who do not favor the recall movement. He stated that the City Council needs to be able to focus their attention on doing the job before them, not on having to defend their actions after only 125 days. Dennis Chiniaeff, 29321 Via Norte, representing Rancon Financial, spoke in support of the members of the City Council and all of their recent efforts. Frank Geyer, 40466 Chauncey Way, stated that he opposes any effort to recall members of the City Council. Len Francis, 42041 Ave. Alvarado, stated he wished to go on record as being in opposition to the recall efforts. C.M. Max Gilliss, 25655 Corte Rive, Murrieta, spoke in favor of the actions of the current City Council and requested that the recall committee redirect their energy in more productive areas. Joe Schneider, 29951 Camino Del Sol, spoke in opposition to the recall movement. Ronni Crossland, 30632 HollyBerry Lane, spoke in opposition to the recall movement and stated that she favors the City Council spending the monies to fund a traffic study on the Club Valencia Apartments Projects rather than in recall election expenditures. CONSENT CAI.ENDAR It was moved by Councilmember Moore, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to approve consent calendar items as follows: Minntes 1.1 Approved minutes of March 13, 1990. Application for Alcoholic Reverage Licen~. 2.1 Received and filed an application filed by Valentin H. Worth for the Ponderosa Inn, 41925 3rd Street, Temecula. The motion carried by the following vote: Minutea 4/03/90 2 AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz C OUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCILMEMBERS: None PUBI,IC HEARING 3. CUP-3076 Auto Dealership On West Side Of Ynez Road, South of Winchester. City Manager F. D. Aleshire introduced a staff report recommending adoption of the resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 3076 and modifying certain conditions which had been imposed by the County of Riverside during their approval process. City Attorney Scott Field outlined certain minor changes contained in the resolution which was transmitted in the City Council packet. Mayor Parks declared the public heating open at 7:30 P.M. Keith Andrews, the proponent addressed the City Council and requested their favorable consideration of this appeal. There being no further speakers, the Mayor declared the public heating closed at 7:33 P.M. It was moved by Councilmember Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Moore to adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 90-35 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING CUP-3076 TO PERMIT AN AUTO DEALERSHIP AT YNEZ ROAD. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 5 C OUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore Mufioz, Parks None None Minute8 4/03/90 3 COUNCIL RU~qINFS~q Residency Requirements for City Commissioners. John Affolter, 34121 DePortola Road, addressed the City Council speaking in favor of non-resident members of the City's business community being allowed to participate on the various City Commissions as well as long-time residents who live in areas just outside the 26 square mile City boundaries. Councilmember Mufioz stated that the committees currently working on law enforcement and Waffic have non-resident members and that there will be many other opportunities on various committees for non-resident citizens. Councilmember Birdsall stated that she still feels strongly that the business members of the community should be eligible for selection as members of the city commissions. Councilmember Linderoans requested that the City also look at establishing a Debt Advisory Committee. Mayor Parks stated that he agrees there are many qualified citizens living in the community who can fill these positions. Temecnla Community Center Expanqion. Councilmember Birdsall announced that as a member of the Temecula Town Association Board of Directors she will be abstaining from the consideration on this matter. Douglas Burgess, 29605 Solana Way, spoke in favor of the City Council supporting the Town Association's request for funds. It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz seconded by Councilmember Moore to authorize the Mayor to send a letter of support to the Riverside County Board of Supervisors. The motion carded by the following vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans, Moore, MufiozParks NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall Minutes 4/03/90 4 o Req. est for A!!ocntion for C-rb, G-tter nnd ~qidewnlkg on lh0ol Street nlong the Temecnla Town A~ociation property. Councilmember Birdsall again announced that due to her position with the Board of Directors of the Temecula Town Association she would be abstaining from consideration of this matter. City Manager Aleshire reported that the Town Association has requested the sum of $35,120 be allocated to install curbs, gutters and sidewalks on Pujol Street at the property line of the Temecula Town Association. Councilmember Mufioz questioned if these funds could possibly be construed as being used for the benefit of a private organization. City Attorney Scott Field advised that this is not the case as long as the allocation is clearly for a project of public benefit. Douglas Burgess stated the entire community uses the facilities of the Town Center and all members of the community will be benefited by these improvements. Councilmember Lindemans stated that he feels this association has been self-supporting and should continue to be a self-supporting organization. It was moved by Councilmember Lindemans seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to deny the request of allocation of funds. The motion carded by the following roll call vote: AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall RECF~;S Mayor Parks declared a recess at 7:56 P.M. The meeting was reconvened at 8:10 P.M. with all councilmembers present. Minutes 4/03/90 5 City limits Siun Licen~e Agreement. City Manager Frank Aleshire advised the City Council that it needs to understand the work program to be considered during the budget discussions. He then introduced Dave Sheldon Deputy Chief Engineer, who gave the City Council maps of the District and other informational material regarding the make up of the Flood Control District. He explained how the District functions in the area of development and maintenance. Mr. Sheldon discussed the district's budget and the manner in which the District receives revenues. Councilmember Mufioz question the way in which retention basins are implemented by the County and asked how the City can assist in development of flood control measures. Mr. Sheldon advised that, ultimately retention basins are the most cost effective and that they are constructed on a regional basis. Councilmember Lindemans asked what the relationship is between the City Council and the County and the District staff. Mr. Sheldon responded that the Flood Control and Water conservation District staff are the technical advisors to the City Council and to the County authorities. Mayor Parks questioned if the district makes all flood control decisions on regional facilities. Mr. Sheldon responded that this is the ease. Mayor Parks also questioned the development of the Temecula Creek flood control channel and what is anticipated for development. Mr. Sheldon responded that the dual uses of the channel will have to be worked out with the other agencies involved, such as the Parks and Recreation Commission of the County, etc. Councilmember Birdsall stated there is a severe problem getting the channel cleared and asked how the City can get this matter resolved. Mr. Sheldon responded that the District does work with other agencies but some problems dealing with clearing, such as the issue of animal habitats in the creek, have an impact on their ability to clear these areas. Councilmember Lindemans asked if the idea of placing locks at the end of the creek is a viable one. Mr. Sheldon responded that this has been looked at by the Flood Control District in the past and they would not recommend this action, however, they are willing to discuss it further should Mr. Lindemans desire. Frank Peaks, Planning Section Director of the Riverside County Flood Control District, gave a report outlining the actions of the Murrieta Creek Advisory Committee to provide for passive recreational use of the Temecula Creek. He also reported on the efforts to achieve 100 year flood control protection and the establishment of goals and timelines to Minutes 4/03/90 6 solve the flooding potential of the creek. He further discussed the need for a concrete channel in the area of Old Town to assure flood protection. He described the use of an Armorflex System which softens the affect of the concrete and the use of a riparian corridor within the development of the project. Councilmember Birdsall questioned if the private property involved will be subject to acquisition through Imminent Domain. Mr. Perez responded that some of the properties have been conditioned for dedication and some, that are not conditioned in this way, will be acquired through Imminent Domain. Councilmember Mufioz asked if more public input could be received on this question, stating he felt it is an issue that is not well known and that there may be many interested citizens who can offer expertise on these matters. Mr. Sheldon responded that all of the meetings of the Murrieta Creek Advisory Committee are public heatings. Mayor Parks questioned if the District is responsible for all of the drainage facilities in the area and Mr. Sheldon responded that the Assessment Districts are responsible for the smaller drainage projects and the District is responsible for the major regional facilities. City Manager Aleshire then introduced Ivan Tennant, Deputy Road Commissioner for the County of Riverside, who outlined the functions to be included in routine maintenance of City streets and the traffic signal maintenance cost. He showed the City Council a map of the City showing existing and plan traffic signals. Councilmember Mufioz questioned if the cost for signal maintenance is for each signal or for each intersection. Mr. Tennant responded that the cost is for each location. Mayor Parks questioned if the Road Department will continue to serve the City as City Engineer after June 30 for projects which are currently underway. City Manager Aleshire stated that the agreement with the County provides that plan checking will be transferred to Willdan and Associates as of the first of April and there will be a sharing of fees with the County. Ron Espalin with Willdan and Associates stated that as new plans are submitted they will be processed from start to finish by Willdan. Projects which are started with the County will be completed by the County. The applicants will not be required to go through two planning checks. Councilmember Birdsall questioned when a traffic signal needs to be removed or relocated who is responsible for bearing the cost. Mr. Tennant responded that some of the costs are handled by the county, some need to be assessed to the new developers and that conditions vary with each location. Minutes 4/03/90 7 Mr. Tenant responded to a question from Mayor Parks that the Road Department functions as the Supe 'nn~ndent of Streets for the County. The Department also disperses the funds collected from bonds and the County will continue to handle the various Assessment Districts. The City Council will be the legislative body for Assessment Districts within the City. Councilmember Lindemans requested that the members of the City Council be provided with copies of the minutes of the Murrieta Creek Advisory Committee. Mayor Parks directed county staff to provide the City staff with copies of the Advisory Committee minutes for distribution to the council. Councilmember Mufioz stated he would like the committee to address the possibility of holding evening meetings that would be more convenient for public attendance. 7. Reqllest for Donation to Solutions Recovery gervice City Manager Aleshire presented the staff report outlining the request from Solutions Recovery Service and recommended that the City Council direct staff to consider this matter during budget consideration. Rockey Hill representing the Substance Abuse Council, outlined the request and stated that this funding is to pay the Betty Ford Center for a deficit in the recent program which three City Councilmembers attended. Mayor Parks stated that he feels the City should pay for the members who attended this program at a cost of $510.00 each. Councilmember Moore also stated that she feels the program was most beneficial to the three members who attended and agrees that the City should reimburse for the Councilmembers attendance. It was moved by Coucilmember Moore, seconded by Councilmember Birdsall to reimburse the Substance Abuse Council of Southwest Riverside County in the amount of $1,530.00 The motion was unanimously carried. City Hall Lease City Manager Aleshire recommended that a short range plan be considered for City office space. He introduced Joe Hreha who has been working on a program to provide the space for a three to five year period. Minutes 4/03/90 8 Joe Hreha presented a report which outlined the existing facilities and the proposed 20,446 square foot building located immediately to the rear of the existing city hall. Mr. Hreha went over the terms of the lease offer from WestMar and Commercial Brokerage. Councilmember Lindemans questioned if the rental figures per month fit within the perimeters of the budget prepared by John McTighe. Mr. Jimmy Moore, former president of the Incorporation Committee stated that the McTighe budget was only for administrative costs and the various function departments were outlined however rentals were not. It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Birdsall to approve Transition Plan II as outlined in the agenda report by Mr. Hreha. Councilmember Birdsall inquired if WestMar Commercial Brokage would be interested in possibly negotiating an investment type lease. Steve Skenell representing WestMar stated that this type of investment lease exists in office parks who have a vacancy factor of 21% or greater, however, there is a possibility this could be negotiated since the City represents a very attractive lessee. The motion was unanimously carried. CITY MANAGER REPORTS CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS CITY COUNCIl, REPORTS Councilmember Mufioz urged that the staff begin working immediately on establishing a Sphere of Influence, securing a consultant if necessary. The council took a unanimous straw vote to direct staff to solicit bids for a Sphere of Influence study. City Manager Meshire indicated to the Council that he had already been talking with Bill Mechem. Minutes 4/03~90 9 Councilmember Mufioz also stated that we would like to know the current status of securing a code enforcement officer. Mr. Meshire explained that this matter would be covered on the next City Council agenda. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Councilmember Moore, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to adjourn the meeting at 10:00 P.M. to a meeting to be held April 10, 1990, at 7:00 P.M. at the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol Street, Temecula, California. The motion was unanimously carried. Ronald J. Parks, Mayor ATTEST: F. D. Aleshire, City Clerk Minutes 4/03/90 10