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HomeMy WebLinkAbout100290 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL HELD OCTOBER 2, 1990 An adjourned regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order at 7:02 PM at the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol, Temecula, California. Mayor Ron Parks presiding. PRESENT 5 C OUNCILMEMBERS: 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 G~rge Simmons, Temecula Valley House of Praise. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Mayor Parks. PRESENTATIONS/ PROCLAMATIONS Jim Wright, Division Chief of the Riverside County Fire Department, introduced the newest Battalion Chief for the City of Temecula, Mark Brodowski. Mr. Wright stated this will give Temecula 24 hour supervisory coverage. City Manager Dixon introduced the new Parks and Recreation Director, Shawn Nelson. Mr. Nelson stated he will strive to bring quality and commitment into every aspect of Community Services. Mayor Parks proclaimed October 5, 6, and 7, 1990 as "Great Temecula Tractor Race Days". Swearing in ceremonies were conducted by Mayor Parks, reading the charges for the three Commissions; Parks and Recreation Commission, Public Safety Commission and Traffic Commission. Deputy City Clerk June S. Greek swore in the following Commissioners: Minutes 10/02/90 1 - P~rks and Recreation Commission Claudia Brode Evelyn Harker William Hillin Michael Kirby Jeffrey Nimeshein Public Safety Commission Ted Goudy Frank Klein Ronald Knopp Kevin Ruddy Joseph Schneider Traffic Commission Jerry Godnick Ron Guerriero Knox Johnson Ronald Roberts Mayor Parks announced Steve Sander of the Traffic Commission could not be in attendance and will be sworn in at a later date. RECESS A recess was called at 7:25 PM to hold a reception for the newly appointed Commissioners. The meeting was reconvened at 7:55 PM. PUBLIC FORUM City Manager Dixon introduced a new structure for the first meeting of the month, called Public Forum. He explained 45 minutes have been set aside to allow for interaction between the public and Councilmembers. He explained that no action could be taken but that questions could be answered. He stated this has not be done in many communities and will be conducted on a trial basis in the City of Temecula. Thomas Langley, 35020 Calle Campo, President of the Community Recreation Center Building Foundation, requested the support of the City Council for the request for City participation in the CRC. He asked it be placed on the agenda in the near future. Minutes 10/02/90 2 Mayor Parks suggested this matter be discussed by the Parks and Recreation Commission, and the Parks and Recreation Director make recommendations on the location of the facility and programs to be offered. Lillian Crider, 41518 Big Sage Court, stated she had a petition containing 47 names of homeowners in the Ridgeview Development, opposing the City leasing the land behind her residential development for the purpose of a Christmas Tree Farm. She stated many home owners had no wish to go into business with their neighbors and were worded about added liability and insurance costs to the homeowners association. Bill Bopf, 28924 Front Street, Suite 106, asked that the City move quickly to allocate funds for the Community Recreation Center, with a possible goal of having this facility in place in the next year and a half. Mr. Bopf also spoke in support of the Temecula Valley Economic Development Corporation and their request for matching funds of $75,000 from the City of Temecula. He stated this Corporation will benefit the City financially much more than the $75,000 cost of matching funds. Mr. Bopf stated there are 15,000 Economic Development Corporations in the United States, and most are funded 50+ % by the public agencies. He reported the major emphasis will be placed on commercial and industrial development. He asked the allocation be made in the middle of October, so work in this area can move forward. CONSENT CAI,ENDAR It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Moore to approve Consent Calendar Items No. 1-4 as follows: 1. Standard Ordinance Adoption Procedure 1.1 Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda. 2. Minutes 2.1 Approve the minutes of September 18, 1990, as mailed. 2.2 Approve the minutes of September 24, 1990, as mailed. 3. Application for ABC License - Denqy's Restaurant 3.1 Receive and file. Minutea 10/02/90 3 - 4. Connty of Riverside CDRG Amendment to 3-Year Cooperative A_~reements with Pro~,ram 4.1 Approve the Amendment. The motion was carded by the following vote: AYES: 5 C OUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks NOES: 0 C OUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None COUNCH, BUSINESS o Pilot Transit Program Within the City of Temecula City Manager Dixon reported the City has been asked to support efforts to provide local public transportation to this valley. He stated that public transportation may not be forthcoming in this area unless the City supports this effort. He stated the City has been asked to give moral support to efforts by the applicant, so funding can be sought from the Urban Mass Transit Authority. City Manager Dixon recommended not only lending the City's support, but soliciting support from others. With this support this proposition can go forth and if approved by the Federal Government, transportation can be provided to this community, integrating with transit systems from the north and possibly from northern San Diego County. Councilmember Moore asked if a marketing study was available for review. City Manager Dixon stated the applicant is present. Delores McDaniels, 4456 Masters Drive, reported Thomas Mindiola has been working on this project for approximately two years and has quite a few statistics which can be made available. She stated the purpose of this item is to request support for Mr. Mindiola's participation in the Department of Transportation's entrepreneur program, designed to satisfy unmet transit needs. She stated he is proposing to provide local transportation in Temecula Valley for shopping and employment. She said the needs of the elderly will also be targeted. She stated that 80 % of citizens participating in a recent newspaper poll felt that local transportation is needed in Temecula. Councilmember Mufioz asked that Councilmember Moore's question regarding surveys be addressed. Minutes 10/02/90 4 Doug Savy answered that some initial studies have been completed by the applicant, along with research obtained from individuals in the business community and newspaper articles. He stated all of the information gathered thus far indicates a substantial need for these services. City Manager Dixon stated that the requirements to obtain Federal Grants are very strict and studies will be required. He said UMTA will ask how this program will pay for itself. A marketing analysis will be required. Mayor Parks asked if there is a proposed base fare? Ms. McDaniels answered the initial fare is proposed at 75 cents a fide. Councilmember Mufioz stated if this program is to be successful, it will require innovative programs. He said Mr. Mindiola has approached many businesses in the community, the wineries for example, who have expressed interest not only to bring tourists to the area, but also employees. Councilmember Mufioz moved, Councilmember Birdsall seconded a motion to authorize the City Manager to prepare a letter of support to be signed by the Mayor and the members of the City Council and to enter into an agreement, subject to approval of the City Attorney, to serve as sponsor for the applicant Thomas Mindiola. The motion was carded by the following vote: AYES: 5 C OUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Consideration of 1990-91 Budget Requests for Funding City Manager Dixon reported that the City has received many requests for funding that the Council put a hold on for 90 days. He suggested one of two procedures for making a determination regarding which organizations to fund. The first would be to direct the City Manager to review all existing requests for funding and make recommendations and the second would be to appoint an Ad Hoc Committee consisting of two members of the City Council to work with the City Manager. He stated he would prefer working with a committee. Mayor Parks stated that staff had been asked to set guidelines for selecting programs to be funded. He asked the status of these guidelines. Minutes 10/02/90 5 Councilmember Mufioz stated several specific guidelines discussed are as follows: 1. The ability of the organization to raise it funds from other sources. 2. The financial strength of the organization. 3. The benefit to the community supporting the organization would bring. Mary Jane Henry, Chief Financial Officer, stated she has obtained guidelines from another City and has set these aside for the individuals who will review the specific applications pending a decision on this agenda item. It was moved by Councilmember Moore, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to appoint an Ad Hoc Committee comprised of Councilmember Lindemans, Councilmember Birdsall and City Manager Dixon to review all existing requests for funding and establish criteria for evaluating requests. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: C OUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks None None Request for Funding Mrs. Temec-la (Mrs. California/America Pageanti City Manager Dixon introduced Kim Erickson, Mrs. Temecula, to speak on behalf of this request. Kim Erickson, 41661 Enterprise Circle, stated she has been chosen to represent the City of Temecula in the Mrs. California Pageant. She stated she will be representing Temecula, and requested the City's support in the amount of $500. She said it will be an excellent opportunity to make the new City of Temecula known. Councilmember Mufioz asked if this is an appropriate event for funding by the City or whether this should be funded by service clubs. Minutes 10/02/90 6 Mayor Parks stated that this individual is representing the City. He said that the City is not being asked to sponsor the entire campaign, but is only one of the many sponsors. He said this is an excellent opportunity for advertising the City throughout the State and feels this is an appropriate event to sponsor. Councilmember Birdsall stated she is in support of sponsoring Kim Erickson in the Mrs. California Pageant. She said Temecula is still a very young City and needs this kind of exposure. She suggested setting guidelines for future requests so a policy can be established. Councilmember Moore stated that since the City would not be the only sponsor, she would be in favor of appropriating $500 for this event. She also requested guidelines be set. Councilmember Mufioz stated if guidelines for sponsorship of events are established, he would also be in support of this event. Councilmember Lindemans moved, Councilmember Birdsall seconded a motion to allocate $500 to sponsor Kim Erickson as Mrs. Temecula with the understanding the Council will set a policy regarding requests for sponsorship. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks NOES: 0 C OUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None CITY MANAGER REPORTS City Manager Dixon reported he will be placing on the October 9, 1990 Agenda, a committee comprised of two Planning Commissioners, two Councilmembers, City Manager Dixon and Gary Thornhill, Chief Planner, to evaluate firms and choose one to prepare the General Plan for the City of Temecula. He also reported he will place on the October 9, 1990 Agenda, a proposal for scheduling a Team Building Session for the City Council and the City Manager with the suggested dates of November 9th and 10th. Minutes 10/02/90 7 CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS City Attorney Field requested the meeting be adjourned to a closed Executive Session on October 9, 1990, at 6:30 PM, to discuss the Outdoor Media and Jones Intercable Litigation. CITY COUNCIl, REPORTS Councilmember Birdsall reported she attended the Community Services Committee Meeting for the League of California Cities, where definite legislative recommendations were made for the general conference. She also informed Council she has been appointed to the Community Services Committee for the conference next year to be held in Monterey. Councilmember Moore requested that Caltrans be reminded to change the freeway signs entering the City to read City of Temecula instead of Rancho California. Councilmember Mufioz reported he attended a Rural Tourism Council Convention. He stated he learned many ways to attract tourists to an area such as Temecula. He said a report is forthcoming. Mayor Parks requested that uses suggested during a recent WRCOG Meeting for Measure "A" Funds be placed on the October 16, 1990 Agenda for discussion. Mayor Parks informed Council of a meeting of the Western Regional Coalition of Governments on October 13, 1990 to discuss how government and schools can work together to provide quality education. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Councilmember Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Moore to adjourn at 9:20 PM to the meeting of October 9th, at 6:30 PM to hold an Executive Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to consider real property acquisition, and Government Code Section 54956.9 to discuss matters relating to litigation. The motion was unanimously carried. Ronald J. Parks, Mayor ATTEST: , Deputy City Clerk Minutea 10/02/90 8