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HomeMy WebLinkAbout050190 CC MinutesMINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL HELD MAY 1, 1990 A regular meeting of the Temecula City Council was called to order at 7:02 PM at the Rancho California Water District, Community Room, 28016 Diaz Road, Temecula, California. Mayor Ron Parks presiding. PRESENT 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore Mufioz, Parks ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Also present were City Manager Frank Aleshire, City Attorney Scott F. Field, and Deputy City Clerk June S. Greek. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Pastor George Simmons, Temecula Valley House of Praise. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Councilmember Muffoz. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS Chief Rick Sayre introduced the City Council to James Domenoe, Temecula's first patrol Sergeant. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jim Allman, 43954 Gatewood Way, spoke regarding the Southwest area plan as it relates to the Western Ridgeline. Mr. Allman submitted a title of a draft resolution urging the County of Riverside to adopt an ordinance requiring the enforcement of Southwest Area Plan to all existing and future subdivisions on the Western Ridgeline. Minutea 5/01/90 1 Jennifer Hethorn, 41834 Shorewood Ct., invited the City Council to participate in the Pinata Parade on Saturday, May 5, 1990. Bill Harker, 31130 South General Kearny Road, informed the City Council that there were plans to change the name of Rancho California Road to Tenaja Road. He asked the City Council to look into this matter. Ronnie Crossland, 30632 Hollyberry Lane, asked the City Council what has been done about the traffic study for the Rancho Valencia Apartments. Mrs. Crossland asked Council to make a formal request of the Developers to do a traffic study. Mayor Parks requested City Manager Aleshire give a report of this issue next week. CONSENT CAI.ENDAR Mayor Parks requested the removal of item seven (7) from the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Mufioz requested the removal of item one (1) from the Consent Calendar. It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Moore to approve items two (2), three (3), four (4), five (5) and eight (8) as follows: 2. Resolntion Fstabli.qhing a Traffic and Transportation Commi.qsion RESOLUTION NO. 90-42 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ESTABLISHING THE ORGANIZATION, OBJECTIVES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A TEMECULA TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Inland Enlpire Postmark RESOLUTION NO. 90-44 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CHANGING OF POST MARK DESIGNATION TO INLAND EMPIRE AND ENCOURAGING ANALYSIS OF POSTAL SERVICE AREA Minutes 5/01/90 2 Plot Plan No. 11~34 4.1 Set for public hearing on May 22, 1990. Plot Plan No. 10717 5.1 Received and file. City Conflict of Interest Code Adopted the resolution as amended, in a motion by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Moore and unanimously carried, to add the position of Manager of Information Systems to Exhibit A. RESOLUTION 90-47 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE The motion to approve the Consent Calendar was carried by the following unanimous vote: AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 C OUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks None None Final Tract Map No. ~2915, No. 1, ~, 3 City Manager Aleshire reported that this final map has been approved by the County and does comply with all requirements. Mr. Aleshire stated staff's recommendation is to receive and file this item. Jim Marple, 29500 Mira Loma, expressed his concerns regarding encouragement of water conservation, (i.e. rainfall runoff), at this site. Minutea 5/01/90 3 Robert Dieudonne, a representative of the developer, reported that grading on this project has been completed and that all lots drain toward the front of the site. He stated that changes such as this need to be required at the beginning of a project. Councilmember Birdsall stated that in the future the City may need to look at the possibility of plumbing houses with two different water systems, as a further means of water conservation. Councilmember Mufioz asked that the City Engineer look into this problem and give a report regarding future developments. Councilmember Mufioz expressed his concern on this item stating that the City was now inheriting all the liability for this project, and although the owners had paid their fees, these fees had been collected by the County. Councilmember Mufioz stated that any vested map coming before the Council was in the same situation. Councilmember Lindemans presented staff with research on the fee structure of the City of Moreno Valley. Councilmember Lindemans stated the collection of this type of fee schedule would greatly increase revenue towards the budget. Councilmember Birdsall stated the City has hired John McTighe to identify these fees and suggest methods for collecting money that belongs to the City. City Manager Aleshire reported that Mr. McTighe's report should answer all these questions. Mayor Parks stated that this project has met all the conditions, has approved a Mello Roos District, paid all fees, and that it is up to the City Council to collect the fees from the County, not the developer. City Attorney Scott Field reported that this is a final map and the Council is limited to either approval, or to denial of this item because of health or safety concerns. He emphasized these concerns must be spelled out in the findings. Councilmember Mufioz asked if a method to have all new developers switch from County Agreements to Agreements with the City exists. City Attomey Scott Field reported that next week, on May 8, 1990, Council will receive a detailed report on impact fees. City Council will also receive a report from City Attorney's office addressing these fees. Mr. Field stated that a good share of these fees are going to the County and would be addressed through a Joint Powers Agreement in terms of existing permits. Mr. Field pointed out, however, that these fees can not be used for general fund expenditures, such as police, fire and maintenance. Minutea 5101190 4 Councilmember Lindemans asked the City Manager to write a letter to the County asking that these fees be separated. Councilmember Lindemans moved and Councilmember Moore seconded a motion to receive and file item no. 1. 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 6. Parcel Map ~4038 City Manager Aleshire introduced the staff report presented by City Engineer Ross Geller. Mr. Geller reported that in the case of items number six and seven, the County is forwarding cases to the City, without the complete report. For this reason, it is staff's recommendation to set this case for public hearing. Mr. Geller stressed the need to receive the complete file on these cases from the County. It was moved by Councilmember Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Birdsall to set this matter for public hearing on May 22, 1990. 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 7. Conditional Use Permit 3036 Paul Welsh, Civil Engineer, 1572 N. Waterman Ave., No. 5, San Bernardino, reported to Council that his permit has been on-going with the County for one year. Mr. Welsh described the parcel to be divided in three parcels and that each parcel will be independent. He reported that there are extensive grading plans on the south property line, which has been some concern to Council. Minutes 5/01/90 5 Mayor Parks expressed his need for further information and requested this matter be set for public hearing. Councilmember Birdsall moved and Councilmember Moore seconded a motion to set this item for public heating on May 22, 1990. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks None None COUNCIL BUSINESS 9. Temecula Redevelopment l)i~rict City Manager Aleshire announced the David McElroy was unable to be present to give his report on redevelopment. Councilmember Lindemans suggested continuing this item to a later date. It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by continue this presentation for two weeks. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: ABSENT: RECESS 0 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: COUNCILMEMBERS: Councilmember Moore to Birdroll, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks None None Mayor Parks declared a recess at 8:10 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 8:25 PM. Minutes 5/01/90 6 10. Riverside Connty Fire Department Agreement City Manager Aleshire recommended that the City Council accept the Ad Hoc Law Enforcement Committee report and refer to item to the budget heating. Mr. Aleshire also stated that there are three suggestions listed in the committee report to cut costs, if the need arose. Mayor Parks said he is very impressed with the Committee's work and thanked them for their efforts. Councilmember Mufioz expressed his approval of the Committee and their hard work. He did, however, question the need for obtaining an engine with a 100 foot ladder at this time. Councilmember Birdsall informed Council that the truck had already been purchased by the County and will not over-burden the City financially. Councilmember Lindemans asked what is the current response time. Chief Jim Wright, of the County Fire Department, answered that the current response time is five minutes. Chief Wright also described the need for the large engine with the 100 foot ladder, outlining the specialized rescue operations of the vehicle. Mayor Parks asked if the same level of service could be given next year without the additional proposed personnel. Chief Wright explained that with only two fire fighters per truck, Temecula would not receive the service they needed or desired. It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to accept the Ad Hoc Law Enforcement Committee report and refer to budget heatings. Mayor Parks questioned how structural fire tax is determined for the City of Temecula. Chief Glen Newman explained that of the 1% general tax which is derived from property taxes, structural fire tax is 5 1/2% of this 1% general tax. City Manager Aleshire informed Council that the current appraised value of property in Temecula is $1.6 billion. Chief Newman explained that these figures are over one year old. New figures should be higher, in view of the extensive growth in the City. He further stated, if the appraisal is higher, this would be applied toward fire protection. Minutes 5/01/90 7 It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to accept the Ad Hoc Law Enforcement Committee report and refer it to the budget hearing. 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 11. 1-15 Over-Crossim, Traffic Control City Manager Aleshire introduced a report from the Chief of Police, Rick Sayre, who together with the Traffic Committee, has worked out a plan to hire people for traffic control on the freeway over-crossings. $50,000 has been appropriated, to be matched by developers and others. City Manager Aleshire recommended hiring the firm of All City Management to do this work. Mr. Aleshire announced that the Chairman of the committee, Sgt. Ron Roberts, was present to answer any questions. Councilmember Birdsall asked whether any work had been done to obtain the matching funds for traffic control. City Manager Aleshire reported that the City has received one $10,000 pledge from Bedford Properties and the Committee has been soliciting additional funds. Sgt. Roberts reported that a meeting had been held with the Chamber of Commerce, and they had agreed to draft a letter to all members of the Chamber requesting donations to this fund. Mr. Roberts reported that at present, $15,000 has been committed. Councilmember Mufioz questioned how soon this traffic control would begin. Sgt. Roberts responded that All City Management would be contacted tomorrow, if this item is approved. Upon approval, traffic directors will be recruited from the Temecula area. Councilmember Mufioz requested a follow-up from the Committee on a commitment from Advanced Cardiovascular Systems for $500. Councilmember Lindemans questioned when the traffic control people would be in place. Sgt. Roberts answered that work should begin by the first of June. Minutea 5/01/90 8 Mayor Parks asked Police Chief Sayre if he was familiar with All City Management and felt confident with their work. Captain Sayer reported that several agencies have used All City Management's plan for traffic control, and he feels confident in their ability to provide the desired level of service. Captain Sayer reported that the firm comes very highly recommended. It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to authorize staff to enter into a contractual agreement with the firm of All City Management. The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None Councilmember Birdsall moved and Councilmember Mufioz seconded a motion to continue Items 12, 13 and 14 as follows: 12. Closed Personnel Session to Consider Appointment of City Manager pursuant to Government Code, Section 54957. 12.1 Continue this item to a meeting on May 8, 1990, 6:00 PM, Temecula City Hall, 43172 business Park Drive, Temecula, California. 13. Closed Personnel Session to Consider Appointment of City Manager pursuant to Government Code, Section 54957. 13.1 Continue this item to a meeting on May 3, 1990, 6:30 PM, Temecula City Hall, 43172 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. 14. Bus tonr of the City of Temecula to new Planning Commissioners. 14.1 Continue this item to a meeting on May 3, 1990, 1:00 PM, Temecula City Hall, 43172 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Minutes 5/01/90 9 The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: C OUNCILMEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemens, Moore, Mufioz, Parks None None 15. Assessment District 161 City Manager Aleshire reported this item is a request from the County for the City to approve Assessment District 161. Mr. Aleshire outlined the improvements and explained the County is currently administering this program. Permission from the City Council is required before continuing with this project as the streets now fail until the jurisdiction of the City of Temecula. Mr. Aleshire reported that the City Attorney has reviewed these documents. Councilmember Mufioz_informed Council that the developers did not do an adequate job of making home owners aware that they would be responsible for this assessment. Mr. Mufioz suggested sending a letter of explanation, describing the services received for this assessment. Chuck Collins, Rampac Engineering, stated that each homeowner should receive, in their title report, the obligations associated with their home. Further notification is given when tax bills come due. Mayor Parks suggested that all tract maps within City limits that are a part of this Assessment District could be conditioned to indicate to new buyers, in bold print, that they are a part of this assessment district. City Manager Aleshire reported that within the next two months, staff will consider Assessment District 159, which is located at the south end of town. When this item appears on the agenda, the City Manager will ask the County Engineer to give a report on the property owner notification process. Councilmember Birdsall stated that assessments must be on the white report, and is also in the preliminary title report and in the title policy of insurance. It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Mufioz to approve a resolution entitled: Minutes 5/01/90 10 RESOLUTION NO. 90-48 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING A CERTAIN UTILITY AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF TEMECULA AND THE COUNTY REGARDING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 161 The motion was carded by the following vote: AYES: 5 C OUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 C OUNCILMEMBERS: C OUNCILMEMBERS: OF RIVERSIDE Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Mufioz, Parks None None CITY MANAGER REPORT City Manager Aleshire advised there will be a report on the agenda next week regarding developer fees. The recommendation will be to set up developer fees for the City. These fees will go toward specifically named infrastructures such as parks, City Hall, police stations, etc. City Manager Aleshire stated that on the same agenda there will be a report regarding the fees previously collected by the County. Mr. Aleshire said he has received a letter from the County listing the total amount of fees collected for Riverside County. These fees had not been broken down for Temecula. Mr. Aleshire recommended not waiting for all the data on County developer fees before beginning work on City fees. Laurence Peabody, 26420 Paradise Valley Rd, Aguanga, spoke regarding the San Diego Landfill. Mr. Peabody stated that the report in the newspaper implying that San Diego County is no longer considering the Blue Canyon Site is incorrect. Mr. Peabody reported that the County has retained Blue Canyon and is seriously considering it as a proposed Landfill. Mr. Peabody submitted background material to City Manager for his review. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT None given. Minutes 5/01/90 11 CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Moore reported the applications for the Public reviewed on Monday, May 7, 1990. Safety Commission will be Councilmember Mufioz requested that problems of no stop signs in City tracts be looked at by the new Traffic Commission. Councilmember Mufioz also asked for a report regarding the progress of moving the radio tower. City Manager Aleshire reported that the station has received FCC approval and is ready to move ahead with plot plan approval. He stated, however, they have not yet filed anything with the City. Councilmember Mufioz asked about the status of the letters to sign violators. Ms. Anne Houston- Rogers reported that she has personally contacted many violators but thus far it has not produced the desired result. Councilmember Lindemans requested action on the following: Requested placement on an Ad Hoc Committee to work with John McTighe on the tax and fee research with Riverside County. Requested Debt Advisory Committee be placed on next week's agenda. Requested research into franchise fees as another possible revenue source. Requested that public comments be increased to three minutes. Mayor Parks received a letter from Walter Abraham, Riverside County, requesting that the City of Temecula take over the Historical District. Mayor Parks asked staff to look into this matter and give recommendations on how this should be done. Minutes 5/01/90 12 It was moved by Councilmember Birdsall, seconded by Councilmember Lindemaas to adjourn to a meeting on May 2, 1990, 6:30 PM, Temecula City Hall, 43172 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. The motion was unanimously carried. Ronald J. Parks, Mayor ATTEST: F. D. Aleshire, City Clerk Minutes 5/01190 13