HomeMy WebLinkAbout032294 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL
HELD MARCH 22, 1994
A regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order at 5:34 PM at the Temecula
Community Center, 28816 Pujol Street, Temecula, California. Mayor Ron Roberts presiding.
PRESENT 5
COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Mu~oz, Parks, Stone,
Roberts
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Also present were City Manager Ronald E. Bradley, City Attorney Scott F. Field, and City Clerk
June S. Greek.
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A meeting of the City of Temecula City Council was called to order at 5:36 PM. It was moved
by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Councilmember Birdsall to adjourn to Executive Session
pursuant to Government Code §54956.8 concerning property located at 41915 Business Park
Drive. The negotiating parties are the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Temecula and
International Rectifier. Under negotiation: Terms and conditions of an Owner-Participation
Agreement by which the agency will induce International Rectifier to expand its facilities on the
property. EXECUTIVE SESSION: 6:00 PM, Closed Session of the City Council pursuant to
Government Code §54956.9(a) Conference with Legal Counsel - existing litigation, Modaffare
vs. the City of Temecula and R & D Corporation vs. Xerox Corporation (Class Action).
The meeting was reconvened in regular session at 7:06 PM.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Pastor Tim Buttery, Temecula Valley Christian Center.
pL!:DR!= OF A! ! IrRIANCF
The audience was led in the flag salute by Mayor Pro Tern Stone.
PRFSr:NTATIONS/
PROC! AMATIONS
Jane Farmer, Riverside County Office of Aging, gave a presentation on the "Friends of the
Family" program, which matches seniors with families of disabled children. She encouraged
all interested parties to contact the Office of Aging at 1-800-400-4664.
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PUBLIC COMM!=NTS
Morton Bender, 31684 Paseo Goleta, spoke in opposition to the proposed downsizing of models
near Rancho Vista Estates, due to the economic impact it could have on surrounding property
values.
Susan Harris, 31672 Paseo Goleta, expressed her opposition to the proposed downsizing
adjacent to Rancho Vista Estates, and further stated Mesa Homes did not inform property
owners of plans. She requested the City Council adopt an ordinance limiting downsizing.
Robert J. Danko, 31572 Paseo Goleta, requested an ordinance be adopted preventing
downsizing and expressed opposition to the proposed downsizing near Rancho Vista Estates.
Carmine A. Latrecchia, 31533 Corte Pacheco, asked that the Council not be governed by
protests and stated the sizes of proposed homes in this area are comparable to he first phase
of Rancho Vista Estates.
Bill Butler, 27555 Ynez Road, Ste 200, President of Mesa Homes, gave an update to the
Council and Community. He stated that he has met individually with Mayor Pro Tem Stone,
Councilmember Muhoz and Councilmember Parks regarding the concerns of the surrounding
homeowners and announced a meeting to be held Thursday, March 24, 1994, to work toward
resolution of the problem.
Paul Serau, 31675 Leigh Lane, addressed the growing crime rate in Temecula, primarily in
regard to gangs and asked what measures are being taken to eliminate gangs.
Chief Sayre, Temecula Police Department, addressed the concerns of Mr. Serau, explaining that
the Police Department has taken an aggressive approach to crime, however the ultimate answer
lies in the community, with development of youth programs, facilities, churches and ultimately
the family unit.
Jerry B. Geller, 42450 Wilson Valley Rd, Aguanga, asked that the City Council of the City of
Temecula, lend their support against the Owl Rock Sand mining project and its use of Hwy 79.
Mayor Roberts asked that this be added to the agenda of April 5, 1994.
Councilmember Muhoz suggested a procedure be developed, whereby homeowners would
receive notification if any changes are being planned for their particular area, with the City
Council having the authority to intervene if necessary.
Councilmember Parks stated he would like to see a cooperative effort between the community
and the developer to work out these problems.
CITY COUNCIl Rr:PORTS
Mayor Pro Tem Stone stated he met with members of Kemper Development and homeowners
to work toward solving the downsizing problem. He also stated he and Councilmember Birdsall
attended the Community Services Conference in Washington, D.C. and gained valuable
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information regarding telecommunication. He reported the National League of Cities is
concerned that there is no local control over telephone companies. He thanked staff for looking
into, and responding to the traffic problem on the Winchester Bridge.
Councilmember Birdsall reported she also attended the conference in Washington, D.C. and a
new federal bill has passed which provides grant money for volunteer work. She stated she
and Finance Officer Mary Jane McLarney would attend a conference in San Diego to obtain
further information, and will report back to the Council.
Councilmember Mu~oz asked that the matter of traffic problems on Highway 79 and Pala Rd,
LaPaz and Highway 79 and the Winchester Overpass be placed on the next agenda for
discussion. He also reported that there is a bill proposed, AB 3167, that would preempt local
control of graffiti and suggested taking an official position.
Mayor Roberts reported he attend the League of California Cities Public Safety Committee,
which supports a "no" vote on AB 3167, the graffiti bill. He also complimented staff on the
excellent City Manager recruitment brochure that was put together.
R;CFSS
Mayor Roberts called a brief recess at 8:05 PM to change the tape. The meeting was
reconvened at 8:07 PM.
CONSr:NT CA! I=NDAR
Mayor Pro Tem Stone requested the minutes of March 8, 1994 be corrected on Item 2.2 to
reflect his absence, and asked that Item No. 4 be removed from the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Mu~oz requested that Items 6 and 10 be removed.
Mayor Roberts announced he would pull Item No. 11 from the Consent Calendar.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Stone, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve Consent
Calendar Items 1, 2_ as corrected, 3, 5, 8 and 9. The motion was unanimously carried.
1. Standard Ordinance Adol~tion Procedure
1.1
Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolution included
in the agenda.
2. Minutes
2.1 Approve the minutes of February 22, 1994;
2.2 Approve the minutes of March 8, 1994.
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3.
12.
Resolution Approving List of Demands
3.1
March 22. 1994
Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-28
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A
"Stop" Sign on Enfield lane at Riverton Lane
5.1
Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-29
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
ESTABLISHING A "STOP" SIGN ON ENFIELD LANE AT RIVERTON LANE
Performing Arts Theater Status Report
8.1
Receive and file status report on performing arts theater concept for the City of
Temecula.
Solicitation of Construction Bids for Ynez Road Landscape Improvements Project (PW94-
04)
9.1
Approve the construction plans and specifications and authorize the Department
of Public Works to solicit public construction bids for Project No. PW94-04, Ynez
Road Landscape Improvements.
Sister Cities Trip - Nakayama Town. Japan
12.1
Authorize the expenditure of up to $500 by Mayor Roberts for City business
related expenditures in conjunction with the formal signing of a Sister Cities
agreement with Nakayama town, Japan, to be conducted in Japan.
Fire Systems Inspector Position
Mayor Pro Tem Stone asked for justification regarding the proposed position.
Finance Officer Mary Jane McLarney explained that when the County of Riverside closed
their Temecula office, response times for fire inspections became inadequate and a
person on staff was needed to expedite this procedure.
It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Stone to approve
staff recommendation as follows:
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4.1 Approve an amendment to the Fire Services contract with the County of
Riverside for the addition of a Fire Systems Inspector Position and authorize the
City Manager/Mayor to execute the amendment.
The motion was unanimously carried.
Calle Pina Colada Speed Undulations - Follow-Up Report
Councilmember Mudoz asked that staff present a brief report for the benefit of the
public.
Director of Public Works Tim Serlet presented the staff report.
Betty Pettit, 30642 Calle Pina 0olada, addressed the City Council stating the speed
undulations have not solved the problem, but only made the street noisier due to the
slower speed of trucks going over the undulations.
Heather Johnson, 30702 Calle Pina Colada, stated the speed undulations have not
solved the traffic problems on Calle Pina 0olada.
Sam Cuckovich, 30767 Calle Pina Colada, stated he feels either the undulations need
to be raised, or the street closed.
Richard Green, 30707 Calle Pina Colada, asked that the City close Calle Pina Colada and
stated the speed undulations have not been effective.
Jayme Christian, 30762 Calle Pina Colada, spoke in favor of closin9 Calle Pina 0olada.
Councilmember Mudoz asked staff for a recommendation.
Director of Public Works Serlet stated this is only a status report, however, if Council
wishes, the speed undulations could be raised to 3".
Mayor Pro Tem Stone asked that the Police Department do additional patrols on this
street and suggested the height of the speed undulations be increased.
City Attorney Field su99ested that a recommended action be placed on the a9enda of
April 5, 1994 for action.
It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Stone to place this
matter on the a9enda of April 5, 1994.
The motion was unanimously carried.
Amendment No. 1 to the Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Temecula and
the Rancho California Water District. for Water Main Improvements Associated with the
! iefer Road Bridge Project (PW93-07)
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Mayor Pro Tem Stone asked for an explanation regarding the reimbursement
percentages.
Director of Public Works Tim Serlet, responded that Change Order No. 2 was split 50/50
with The Rancho California Water District to prevent any hold up of the bridge
construction, however the City will be submitting application to FEMA for
reimbursement.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Stone, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve
staff recommendation as follows:
7.1
Approve and authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment NO. 1 to the
Reimbursement Agreement with Rancho California Water District (RCWD) for
100% reimbursement of Contract Change Order No. 1, and 50% reimbursement
of Contract Change Order No. 2, for improvements associated with the Liefer
Road Bridge Project (PW93-02).
The motion was unanimously carried.
10. Winchester Road Interchange Iml~rovements - Caltrans Cool~erative Design Agreement
Councilmember Muhoz questioned the length of time for plans and specs preparation.
Director of Public Works Serlet answered that the procedure used has been on a faster
track than the typical procedure and stated that the City is on schedule to advertise this
project in December of this year.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Stone, seconded by Councilmember parks to approve
staff recommendation as follows:
10.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-30
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
APPROVING COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT NO. 8-791, BETWEEN THE STATE
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY OF TEMECULA FOR
DESIGN OF THE WINCHESTER ROAD INTERCHANGE IMPROVEMENTS
The motion was unanimously carried.
11.
Contract Amendment No. 6 to Community Facilities District 88-17 Engineering Services
Contract with J.R. Davidson Associates. Inc.
Mayor Pro Tem asked for an explanation of this item.
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Director of Public Works Tim Serlet explained that Caltrans increased the radius of the
project, making this amendment necessary.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Stone, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve
staff recommendation as follows:
11.1
Approve Contract Amendment No. 6 to provide additional right-of-way
engineering services for CFD 88-12 by J.F. Davidson Associates, Inc. (JFD) for
the Winchester Road Interchange Improvement Project in the amount of
$15,500.00.
The motion was unanimously carried.
RFCFSS
Mayor Roberts called a recess at 9:00 PM. The meeting was reconvened following the
previously scheduled Community Services District Meeting and the Redevelopment Agency
Meeting at 9:25 PM.
Mayor Roberts reordered the agenda to take Item No. 19 out of order.
19.
Review and Ajaroval of the ?0th Year FY 94-95 Community Develol~ment Block Grant
Aj~plications
Finance Officer Mary Jane McLarney introduced Financial Services Administrator Luci
Romero, who presented the staff report.
John Dedovesh, 39450 Long Ridge Drive, spoke in favor of funding St. Catherine
Catholic Church, which provides emergency food, utility assistance and financial aide
for the needy.
Ben Novell, 29379 Rancho California Road, Ste 205, spoke in favor of support for
Alternatives to Domestic Violence.
Barbara Card, President of the Assistance League of Temecula Valley, spoke in favor of
funding of the project known as "Operation School Bell", which provides clothing and
school supplies for needy school age children.
Alice Lacasse, spoke in favor of funding for St. Catherine's food bank project, stating
the organization fed 8,000 people last year.
Councilmember Parks stated that in addition to CDBG funding, the City Council has
discretionary funds from which projects of this nature are considered for funding.
Finance Officer Mary Jane McLarney stated applications not recommended for funding
from CDBG funds, could be rolled over for consideration of City Council Discretionary
Funds.
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It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve
Alternate I as follows: Public Service Grants: Alternatives to Domestic Violence -
$10,000, Assistance League of Temecula Valley- $2,500 to $7,250, Sr. Citizen Service
Center of Temecula Rancho Area, Inc. - $10,000. It was further moved to award
$125,000 for the desilting basin and the remaining funds for handicap access ramps.
In the event a minimum of $10,000 is not available for the funding of the ramps, all of
the remaining funds are to be awarded to the desilting basin project. It was further
directed that the two requests that were not recommended for CDBG funding be
included in the requests for City Council Discretionary Funds.
The motion was unanimously carried.
It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Stone to extend the
meeting until 10:30 PM. The motion was unanimously carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
15. Tension Envelol~e Corl~oration
Finance Officer Mary Jane McLarney presented the staff report.
Mayor Roberts opened the public hearing at 9:55 PM. Hearing no requests to speak,
Mayor Roberts closed the public hearing at 9:56 PM.
It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Stone to approve
staff recommendation as follows:
15.1 Read by title only and adopt an ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 94-09
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE NEED FOR AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY, AND DECLARING THAT SUCH AUTHORITY SHALL FUNCTION
WITHIN THE CITY
15.2 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-31
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT OF AN APPLICATION FOR INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT BOND FINANCING ON BEHALF OF THE INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA REGARDING THE
TENSION ENVELOPE CORPORATION PROJECT AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE
OF BONDS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
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15.3
Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 94-32
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
DECLARING ITSELF TO BE THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
The motion was unanimously carried.
COUNCl! BUSlNFSS
16. Consolidation of City Council Elections in November of Odd-numbered Years
City Clerk June Greek presented the staff report.
It was moved by Councilmember Parks, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Stone to approve
staff recommendation as follows:
16.1 Introduce an ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 94-10
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
REQUIRING THAT THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA BE HELD ON THE FIRST TUESDAY AFTER THE FIRST MONDAY OF
NOVEMBER IN EACH ODD-NUMBERED YEAR
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Parks, Stone, Roberts
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Muhoz
RFCFSS
Mayor Roberts called a recess at 10:06 PM to change the tape.
at 10:07 PM.
17. Selection of City Council Committee Assignments
City Attorney Scott Field presented the staff report.
The meeting was reconvened
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It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Stone, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve
the City Council Committee Assignments as follows:
17.1 Appoint a member of the City Council to represent the City on the following:
Riverside County Conservation Habitat Agency - Parks/Mu~oz (alternate)
Riverside Transit Agency - Mu~oz
Riverside County Transportation Commission - Mu~oz
WRCOG (Western Riverside Council of Governments) - Roberts/Parks
(alternate)
French Valley Airport Committee - Stone
The Temecula Sister City Corporation Board of Directors - Roberts
Temecula/Murrieta Joint Transportation/Traffic Committee - Roberts
17.2
Appoint two members to each of the following Advisory Committees and
approve the jurisdiction of the committee as contained in the staff report:
Approved the recommended jurisdictions and added the following jurisdiction for
the Economic Development committee: "To work with the City Manager and
staff to promote business retention and new development".
Community Services Funding Review Committee - Stone/Birdsall
Finance Committee - Mu~oz/Birdsall
Old Town Steering Committee - Parks/Birdsall
Public Works/Facilities Committee - Roberts/Parks
Economic Development Committee - Stone/Roberts
17.3 Appoint a member of the City Council to serve as liaison to each of the City
Commissions, to the Pechanga Tribal Council.
Community Services Commission - Stone
Planning Commission - Parks
Traffic/Public Safety Commission - Roberts
Pechanga Tribal Council - Muhoz
17.4 Retire the following standing committees:
RDA Committee
Administration Committee
Land Use Committee
Integrated Waste Management Committee
Cultural Preservation Committee
The motion was unanimously carried.
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20.
21.
22.
March 22. 1994
Ordinance Changing Place of City Council Meetings
It was moved by Councilmember Mur~oz, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve
staff recommendation as follows:
18.1 Read by title only and introduce an ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 94-11
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
AMENDING SECTION 2.04.010 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE
TIME AND PLACE OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Mu~oz, Parks, Stone, Roberts
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Consideration of Sl~ace Availability and Land Use Needs Assessment
City Manager Ron Bradley presented the staff report.
It was moved by Councilmember Muhoz, seconded by Councilmember Birdsall to
approve staff recommendation as follows:
20.1 Direct staff to conduct a space utilization analysis, develop a strategic plan for
municipal office space and public works yard, review available sites and make
appropriate recommendations. Staff is to report back within 90 days.
20.2 Approve an allocation of $20,000 for professional services to Account No. 210-
649-5700, and authorize an operating transfer from the development impact
fund reserves to the capital projects fund for $20,000.
The motion was unanimously carried.
Allocation of Funds for Continued Concel~t Study of Old Town Temecula Fntertainment
City Manager Ron Bradley presented the staff report. The report was received and filed.
Status Rel~ort on Winchester Interchange. Overland Bridge. Winchester/Nicolas
Signalization. and Right Turn L~ne at Pala Road/Highway 79 South
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It was moved by Councilmember Muhoz, seconded by Councilmember Parks to continue
this item to the meeting of April 5, 1994 and direct staff to add the status of the
widening of Margarita Road north of Rancho California Road. The motion was
unanimously carried.
CITY MANAC,;R'S RFPORT
None.
CITY ATTORN;Y'S R!=PORT
City Attorney Field announced that during the closed session the following items were added:
Government Code §54956.9(a) concerning property on Diaz Road owned by Quicksilver
Corporation, concerning terms and conditions of Owner Participation Agreement; and
Government Code Section 54956.9(a) regarding Indian Child Welfare vs. City of Temecula.
ADJOURNMFNT
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Stone, seconded by Councilmember Muhoz to adjourn at
10:43 PM to a Joint City of Temecula/City of Murrieta City Council Meeting on March 29,
1994, 7:00 PM, Community Recreation Center, 30875 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula,
California. The motion was unanimously carried.
"-R-~ Roberts, Mayor
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