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HomeMy WebLinkAbout073190 CC MinutesMINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL HELD JULY 31, 1990 An adjourned regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order at 7:05 PM at the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol, Temecula, California. Mayor Ron Parks presiding. PRESENT 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Also present were City Manager David F. Dixon, 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 Moore. PRESENTATIONS/ PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Parks presented certificates of appreciation to companies and organizations contributing $2,000 or more toward the traffic control program. The recipients were as follows: Arco - AM/PM Advanced Cardio Vascular Systems American Industrial Manufacturers Bedford Development Company Coalition for a Reasonable Environment (C.A.R.E) Rancho California Builders Ranpac Temecula Valley Pipe and Supply Company Minutes 7/31/90 1 PUBLIC COMMENTS James Marpie, 28541 Via Princesa, asked that all new projects considered for approval be conditioned to install systems to prevent urban runoff and to conserve ground water. He asked that a committee be appointed to research this issue and come up with a recommended course of action. Ray McLaughlin, 30025 Front Street, asked that the problem of excessive noise and traffic be looked into in the area of La Serena Road. He stated property values are going down as a result of this problem. Jane Vernon, 30268 Mersey Ct., asked that public hearings be held on projects, even though they have been approved by the County. She stated citizens living in Temecula want to have a say in this community. Councilmember Mufioz asked staff where the points brought up by Mr. Marpie regarding water conservation should be directed. City Manager Dixon stated the matter should be referred to the City Engineer and County Flood Control and water agencies to respond. He suggested obtaining expert advise on this issue rather than forwarding to a committee. CONSENT CAI,ENDAR It was moved by Councilmember Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Moore to approve the Consent Calendar as follows: 1. Standard Ordinance Adoption Procedure 1.1 Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances included in the agenda. Second Reading - Ordinance Amending Zonin~ Map in Chanl~e of Zone Application - Development Permit No. 5563 2.1 Adopt an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 90-13 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF SAID CITY IN THE CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION Minutes 7/31/90 2 CONTAINED IN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 5563, CHANGING THE ZONE FROM R-R (RURAL RESIDENTIAL) TO CPS (SCENIC HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL) ON PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF MARGARITA ROAD AND STATE HIGHWAY 79. Second Reading - Ordinance Amending Ordinance Pertaininn to Consolidated Fees for Land Use and Related Functions 3.1 Adopt an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 90-14 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ADOPTING A CONSOLIDATED SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR LAND USE AND RELATED FUNCTIONS The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 C OUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCIL BUSINESS 4. Route 15 Freeway Maintenance A~reement City Manager Dixon reported the County of Riverside, prior to the incorporation of the City of Temecula, agreed and consented to certain adjustments of the then County road system required for the development of State Highway Route 15 as a freeway. The City has assumed the obligation for maintenance of specified portions of this system from the County. He recommended that the City Council approve the attached agreement for freeway maintenance and specified portions of Route 15. Minutes 7/31/90 3 Councilmember Moore asked if this would allow the City to maintain the median on 1-15. City Manager Dixon responded that CalTrans has very specific requirements on who is allowed on the freeways. He stated he would not feel comfortable having City employees on the freeway, as it is a safety risk. Councilmember Mufioz asked what responsibility the County had in regard to past maintenance that was neglected. City Manager Dixon answered that maintenance is due in many areas, but it is doubtful whether any of this money can be retrieved. Mayor Parks said that State law now gives counties the right to bill new cities for services performed. Councilmember Birdsall moved, Councilmember Lindemans seconded a motion to approve Freeway Maintenance Agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign said agreement. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks None None City Hall l~ase Agreement City Manager Dixon reported that staff has a need to expand. He said this agreement would provide a lease for five months which would give the City an opportunity to hire additional staff. He recommended approval of the lease agreement between the City of Temecula and Windsor Partners. It was moved by Councilmember Moore, seconded by Councilmember Lindemans to authorize the City Manager to enter into a lease agreement between the City of Temecula and Windsor Partners - Rancho Industrial for office space located at Windsor Park 1, 43180 Business Park Drive, Suite 200, for a period of five months. The motion was carded by the following vote: Minutes 7/31/90 4 AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks None None Travel Appropriations for Ronald Parks to Washin,on D.C. Councilmember Lindemans moved, Councilmember Moore seconded a motion to approve participation of Mayor Ronald J. Parks with the Valley Group for the purpose of traveling to Washington, D.C. to meet with congressional representatives and other officials related to economic development and other city-related business. Councilmember Mufioz asked what Valley Group is and how close is the relationship between the Space Division relocated at March AFB and a positive impact on Temecula. He stated March AFB is 35 to 40 minutes away from the community and questioned whether additional funds should be spent in this area. City Manager Dixon reported that the Valley Group is one part of a consortium that is looking at the opportunity of bringing the Space Division to March AFB. He stated that this would bring 7,500 high paying jobs, not just military but private contractors as well. Because of the high quality of life in Temecula, many of these people would choose to live in Temecula. Along with employment at March AFB, there will be many companies locating in the area to provide services needed. Mr. Dixon estimated the "spin-off" effect of the Space Division located at March AFB would be 25,000 to 30,000 jobs. Councilmember Mufioz asked if this would happen whether or not we supported the program. Mr. Dixon responded that to bring industry to Temecula as opposed to Menifee or Lake Elsinore, the City needs to take a pro-active roll. Councilmember Lindemans said that he supports this project not only for the additional jobs it may bring, but also because of the information that Mayor Parks will gain and be able to share with the Council. Mayor Parks stated the reason this has been brought before the Council is that he did not want to be obligated to any special interest group. He said he felt the only obligation should be to the City of Temecula. The motion was carried by the following vote: Minutes 7/31/90 5 - AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Parks PUBLIC HEARING 7. Plot Plan No. 2 - Related Case PP 11222 Mayor Parks opened the public hearing at 7:40 PM. City Manager Dixon asked Gary Thornhill, Chief Planner to give the staff report. Mr. Thomhill reported that this plot plan as been previously approved, this request is to obtain a revised permit based on the following changes: To revise a plot plan for an approved 413,288 square foot commercial project on 41 acres as follows: a) A 12,734 square foot retail building. b) Reconfigure building square footage with a total net gain in square footage of 15,947 square feet for a total of 429,175 square feet. c) Request for Special Review of parking. 2. To revise the subdivision for the site into nine commercial lots. Mr. Thomhill stated the applicant would be changing existing conditions number 22 and 25 with the condition number 22 included in the staff report. He outlined proposed changes in the staff report on page two. Mr. Thornhill stated one concern of staff is that with the Fall Season approaching, the traffic directors will need some lighting in order to perform their duties. These lights would need to be consistent with the Palomar Lighting District Plans. Councilmember Lindemans asked that Planning Commission minutes be included in the packet for review. Minutes 7/31/90 6 Councilmember Mufioz asked why these changes were needed. He stated he felt that County parking requirements were the minimum needed spaces. He said this plan would not only take away parking spaces but would increase density of commercial activity. Greg Erickson, representing Bedford Properties, explained the request for reduced parking was based on an analysis done by a parking consultant using data received from other shopping centers. He further explained that a theater would have primarily night usage. This would free additional parking for the center during the day-time shopping hours. Councilmember Mufioz asked when the street improvements were scheduled. Doug Stewart, Deputy City Engineer, reported 60 to 90 days. Councilmember Mufioz stated if the developer has a commitment from CalTrans, the Council should be informed. Mr. Erickson said his best estimate is 60-90 days. He said the plans have been approved and they will go out for bid on August 14, 1990. He further stated that the shopping center can only be occupied at 60% until the traffic improvements and signal are completed. He said that Bedford and Mervyns have expended $200,000 to complete the water lines required, so as not to delay the road improvements. He explained the reason the variance is requested is that Mervyns has a firm opening date and must make the Christmas season to open this year. He strongly urged the City Council to approve the plan. Councilmember Lindemans asked the status of the Mello Roos District's planned Apricot Overpass. City Manager Dixon stated CalTrans has set this on a fast track. He said the acquisition of property has not taken place but needs to be done in the next 30 days. He stated staff and CalTrans are moving forward on this issue. Councilmember Mufioz expressed concern that conditions provide for the traffic be monitored by the developer. He stated he feels that until the improvements are completed, traffic directors will be needed and this language needs to be reflected in the conditions of approval. Councilmember Lindemans asked if the theater will be conditioned to always be a theater, expressing his concern over the parking requirement change. Mr. Erickson stated he would not like to see this as a permanent condition because it is very limiting. Lon Milligan, 22301 Foothill Blvd, representing Mervyns spoke in favor of the proposal to waive the condition that Winchester Road be completed before occupancy. She advised that she felt the project will park effectively and said it was in the shopping center's best interest to make sure this is not a problem. She stated Mervyns has been meeting with the County to find ways to accelerate the street improvements. She said a number of materials have been ordered and the installation of water systems has been completed in advance to Minutes 7/31/90 7 not further delay the improvements. She stated Mervyns is looking forward to opening and they will be hiring approximately 250 people who will need to be trained. She asked the Council to support these changes. Dr. Dean Hill, asked what impact the proposed Apricot Overpass would have on his business which is located adjacent to the proposed site and asked the Council why he had not be contacted. Mayor Parks stated this is not a part of this agenda item but asked Deputy City Engineer Doug Stewart to arrange a meeting with Dr. Hill. James Marple, 28541 Via Princessa, asked that the Council consider conditioning this project for a change in the parking lot to include pervious pavement which would allow rain water to settle through the pavement instead of being washed away. Mayor Parks asked if he knew of any commercial centers who use this type of pavement. Mr. Marple answered he did not know of any in the West, only back East. Councilmember Mufioz asked the developer what his feelings are on use of pervious pavement. Mr. Erickson replied that in parking lots, this type of pavement has had problems with buckling and settling, but he would be happy to discuss the issue. Mayor Parks closed the public heating at 8:25 PM. Councilmember Mufioz stated he was not happy about taking away additional parking spaces and felt the standard should not be changed. He also asked that the wording of condition 22 be modified requiring the use of traffic directors until the traffic improvements are completed. Mayor Parks said he feels the Planning Commission has looked at this project extensively and the Council should accept their recommendations. He said the developer has agreed to provide traffic directors and we should accept these recommendations. Councilmember Lindemans asked for City Manager Dixon's advise. Mr. Dixon suggested that the recommendation be changed from, "the developer will monitor intersection traffic levels", to "City Engineering will monitor traffic levels and determine when traffic directors are needed." It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Lindemans to approve staff recommendation as follows: 7.1 Approve Plot Plan No. 2, a revised permit for county Plot Plan No. 11222, based on the findings contained in the staff report and subject to the conditions of approval as amended by the Planning Commission on July 16, 1990. Minutes 7/31/90 8 7.2 Approve Tentative Parcel No. 23430, Revised No. 1, based on the findings contained in the County Staff Report and subject to the attached Conditions of approval with the deletion of Road Condition//25. Condition No. 22, was changed to read, "as mitigation, the City Engineering staff will monitor intersection traffic levels and the developer will pay for traffic directors when needed at the intersection after opening until the improvements are completed, so as to keep the level of service at the intersection at current operational level." The motion was carded by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None RECESS Mayor Parks called at recess at 8:50 PM. meeting at 9:35 PM. The meeting was reconvened following the CSD CITY MANAGER REPORTS City Manager Dixon requested that regular meetings be held twice a month starting in August and on the odd weeks, a study session be held. He requested a closed session be held on August 7, 1990 to discuss acquisition of City offices and facilities, redevelopment litigation and pending claims. He asked that this meeting be adjourned to August 7, 1990, 7:00 PM at City Hall. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS None given. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember I.indemans requested the following: Minutes 7/31/90 9 Matching funds be considered for a Temecula Banner to be used by the Temecula Valley High School Band. He requested placement on a future agenda. Requested staff consider an ordinance requiring specific parking allocation to specific land use designations. Requested a joint meeting be scheduled with Parks and Recreation and Public Safety Commissions similar to the recent Planning Commission/Council Meeting. Councilmember Moore requested the following: 1. Asked what the status of swearing in Parks and Recreation and Public Safety Commissioners. Suggested other Councilmembers besides herself and Councilmember Mufioz take tour and become familiar with AB939 Waste Disposal program. Councilmember Birdsall requested that staff schedule the Public Safety Commission swearing in. Councilmember Mufioz requested the following: Asked that staff look into the possibility of replacing the flaming symbol on the Temecula Monument Signs to the symbol of a rose. 2. Asked that Council begin discussing where the Community Recreational Center be built. 3. Asked the status of the KRTM Radio Tower and when it will be moved. 4. Requested staff give a regular report on the status of temporary road improvements. Mayor Parks requested the following: 1. Asked the status of locating and acquisition of additional park land. Outlined a proposed Congestion Management Plan and asked Council to become familiar with the Program to see if City wishes to participate. To be scheduled as a future agenda item. Minutes 7/31/90 10 ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Councilmember Mufioz, seconded by Councilmember Lindemans to adjourn at 9:55 PM to a meeting on August 7, 1990, 7:00 PM at City Hall. The motion was unanimously carried. Ronald J. Parks, Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk Minutes 7/31/90 11