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HomeMy WebLinkAbout060100 CC CIP Workshop MinutesMINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED WORKSHOP MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL JUNE 1, 2000 The City Council convened in an adjoumed workshop meeting at 6:01 P.M., on Tuesday, June 1, 2000, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Present: Councilmembers: Comerchero, Naggar, Pratt, Roberts, and Stone. Absent: PUBLIC COMMENTS Councilmember: None. There were no public comments. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS A. Having attended today's Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) meeting, Councilman Roberts commented on the Regional Transportation Plan, advising that without such a Plan, no Federal funding would be provided toward regional transportation projects. Mr. Roberts noted that today's SCAG meeting primarily focused on the Aviation Element of the Plan. B. Having received numerous communications with regard to the proposed golf course in Meadowview, Mayor Stone requested that the City complete a mail-in ballot to the homeowners of Meadowview in an effort to aid the City Council in determining the residents' support or opposition of this golf course. City Manager Nelson noted that the matter would be agendized for the June 13, 2000, City Council meeting. COUNCIL BUSINESS Review of the proposed FY 2001-05 Capital Improvement Pro.qram RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Review and discuss the proposed FY 2001-05 Capital Improvement Program (ClP) and provide direction to staff as appropriate. City Manager Nelson, in detail, provided an overview, by way of PowerPoint, of the proposed CIP, highlighting the following: · Projects completed in FY 1999-2000 - circulation, parks, infrastructure, and Redevelopment · Proposed projects for 2001 - 2005 - funding has been identified for the first two years of the CIP · CIP projects ara divided into three categories - projects currently under construction, projects in design/planning with construction funding, and projects in design/planning without construction funding. R:Wlinutes~060100 1 At this time, Finance Director Roberts provided a financial overview of the proposed CIP, noting that of the 118 proposed projects at $345.7 million, funding has been identified for 73 projects at $113.4 and clarifying the identified funding sources (Special Districts, Development Impact Fees, Grants, etc.) Mayor Stone abstained from discussion regarding the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) projects. Addressing the RDA projects, Housing and Redevelopment Manager Meyer referenced projects in the design/planning phase with construction funding, advising that $1.4 million has been set aside for the Old Town Southside Parking lot, the Mercantile building retrofit, and the Old Town Community Theater. Mr. Meyer further commented on RDA Housing projects which have been funded. There being no additional comments with regard to the Redevelopment Agency, Mayor Stone returned to the meeting. At this time, Director of Public Works Hughes continued with the presentation relative to circulation and infrastructure projects, specifically those projects currently in the process. With regard to the circulation projects, Mr. Hughes commented on those projects in the design/planning phase with construction funding as well as those without construction funding as well as infrastructure projects without construction funding. Public Works Director Hughes advised that the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, at its May 25, 2000, meeting, approved staff's recommendation of the CIP Circulation and Infrastructure projects and discussed photo enforcement for red light violators, advising that the Commission supported the hidng of a consultant to conduct an independent analysis of various photo enforcement options and to identify the pros and cons of such a program for the City. In response to Councilman Naggar, Public Works Director Hughes advised that proposed funding allocated toward photo enforcement would include all the hardware equipment, including the monitoring system at City Hall and fiber optic connection to the intersection, noting that it would be anticipated that monitoring at City Hall would be accomplished by existing staff. Stating that the sheer presence of such a device would reduce traffic violations, Mayor Stone relayed his support of such a system and, therefore, concurred with the funding of such an analysis. Serving on the Metrolink Board of Directors, Councilman Roberts noted that Metrolink utilizes photo enforcement and that although it was the Board's choice to again approve the use of photo enforcement, Mr. Roberts commented on issues of concern - one being clarity of the photo and, thereby, the occasional inability to identify the driver and the license plate number. City Manager Nelson confirmed that in the upcoming budget two additional traffic officers are being added as well as one dedicated neighborhood traffic officer and noted that once these officers have been added, a targeted enforcement program at major intersections should be discussed. With regard to the proposed traffic signal at Margarita Road at Stonewood Drive, Public Works Director Hughes, for Mayor Pro Tern Comerchero, advised that this project should be completed within 9 to 10 months. R:',Minut es~060100 2 At this time, Community Services Director Parker reviewed the park and infrastructure projects in the ClP, commenting on those projects currently under construction and those in the design/planning phase with construction funding and noting that the Community Services Commission has reviewed and approved the proposed CIP projects. Advising that the CIP was as well reviewed by the Planning Commission, City Manager Nelson commented on the Commission's recommendations, as follows: · Add a traffic signal at Winchester Road and Diaz Road · Investigate additional park and ride sites at 1-15 and Rancho California Road and Winchester Road · Increase the priority of the Northwest Sports Complex Councilman Pratt relayed his opposition to providing public accessibility to First Street Bridge until a bypass around the Pujol Affordable Housing area has been completed, noting that it would not be appropriate to direct traffic from Vincent Moraga Drive through Pujol Street and to the First Street Bridge, viewing it as a hazardous condition. Ms. Shad Crall, 31524 Britton Circle, representing the Chaparral High School Stadium Drive, informed the City Councilmembers and the public that the Stadium Drive was originated once it was realized that the construction of a stadium was not in the plans/budget of the Chaparral High School, referencing donors, recognition of donors, and funds raised. Mr. Don Jones, 31921 Camino Marea, thanked the City Council for its support. By way of provided copies, Mr. Jones proceeded with a financial overview and summary of estimated costs to complete the Chaparral High School Stadium; commented on the benefits an all- weather outdoor track would have on the entire community. In response to Councilman Naggar, Mr. Jones advised that the estimated funds necessary to complete the track is $250,000 and $465,000 for the bleachers. Councilman Pratt relayed his concern with students traveling across Winchester Road and, therefore, suggested that an overpass be given consideration especially if a stadium were constructed. Mr. Dean Meyer, 27393 Ynez Road, representing Newland Communities, commented on his desire to ensure that CIP projects are coordinated with the Newland development projects. Having attended today's Chaparral High School Pool Subcommittee meeting, Mayor Stone advised that a $2 million budget has been proposed for a 25 meter Olympic-sized pool as well as one smaller pool and relayed his desire to provide a diving venue as well as a water venue for younger children, noting the estimated cost is $400,000 and requested City Council consideration of this amount. In response to the needed $400,000 for the diving venue as well as a water venue, City Manager Nelson advised that $385,000 has been identified in Capital Reserves for the Community Theater project; that because the pool project is progressing at a faster pace than the theater, he recommended transferring those funds for the pool project; and that at midyear or next year when the Community Theater project is at the point of needing funds, additional monies could be identified, ensuring that such a transfer will not delay the completion of the theater project. R:Wlinutes~060100 3 Councilman Naggar, echoed by his fellow Councilmembers, relayed his support of the proposed transfer of $385,000 from Capital Reserves for the Community Theater project to the pool project. Viewing the City as fiscally prudent, Mayor Stone suggested that once the City reaches a $10 million reserve, monies in excess of that should be utilized for funding the purchase of open space. Addressing the Pala Road improvements, south of the bridge, Councilman Roberts expressed concem with that project not being fully funded and the traffic impacts it could have on the area if Wolf Creek were developed. Mr. Roberts as well expressed some concern with regard to the amount of imported fill necessary for the project and, thereby, the impact that will have on traffic in the area. Deputy City Manager Thornhill advised that partial Federal funding for the above-mentioned project may occur and noted that the City may limit the number of building permits issued per phase. In light of the positive impact a stadium would have on the entire City, Councilman Naggar reiterated his support of funding the additional monies necessary to complete the project. Mr. Naggar as well requested that staff explore the possibility of a water park at the Northwest Sports Complex such as the one in the City of Vista and, therefore, requested necessary funding in order to complete a feasibility study. No objections were noted with regard to the funding of a feasibility study. Concurring with a feasibility study for a water park, Mayor Pro Tern Comerchero suggested that the Northwest Sports Complex location be explored as well as any other possible location and that the possibility of a public/private partnership be considered. Although he supports the completion of a stadium, Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero relayed his reluctancy to include such funding in the City's CIP and, therefore, suggested the Community Services Budget as a possible alternative. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero, Finance Director Roberts advised that Community Services funding will be available July 1, 2000 and that applications will be available by the end of July. Mayor Stone requested that staff apprise the Council of the remaining balance in Community Services funding and that the potential allocation of those funds for the Chaparral High School Pool site be agendized for the June 13, 2000, City Council meeting. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT No comments. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT No comments, R:~linutes~)60100 4 ADJOURNMENT At 7:38 P.M., the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, June 13, 2000, at 7:00 P.M., City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. AT~,.EST: gu~n W~ Jones, CIVIC - City,'~: Jer [SEAL] ~ : Jeffrey E. Stone, Mayor R:VVlinutes~060100 5