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Home My WebLink About072500 TCSD Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT JULY 25, 2000 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Community Services District was called to order at 7:34 P.M., at the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. President Comerchero presiding. ROLL CALL PRESENT: 5 DIRECTORS: Nagger, Pratt, Roberrs, Stone, and Comerohero ABSENT: 0 DIRECTORS: None Also present were General Manager Nelson, City Attorney Thorson, and City Clerk Jones. PUBLIC COMMENTS No input. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the minutes of May 23, 2000; 1.2 Approve the minutes of June 1, 2000. Amendment No. 1 to License A.qreement between the Temecula Community Services District and the Temecula Valley Museum, Inc. for operation of Museum Gift Shop and Wedding Chapel RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Approve Amendment No. 1 to License Agreement between the Temecula Community Services District and the Temecula Valley Museum, Inc. (TVMI) for operation of Museum Gift Shop and Wedding Chapel; 2.2 Accept as payment in full of a loan made to the Temecula Museum Foundation cedain in-kind services provided by the Temecula Valley Museum, Inc. (Pulled for separate discussion; see page 2.) 2 r, Ylinutes.csd\072500 1 3 Arts Council Community Grant Agreement RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Approve the Community Grant Agreement between the Temecula Community Services District (TCSD) and the Arts Council of Temecula Valley in the amount of $40,000. MOTION: Director Stone moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 and 3 (Item No. 2 was pulled for separate discussion; see below). The motion was seconded by Director Roberts and roll call vote reflected unanimous approval. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 2 CONSIDERED UNDER SEPARATE DISCUSSION Amendment No. I to License Aqreement between the Temecula Community Services District and the Temecula Valley Museum, Inc. for operation of Museum Gift Shop and Wedding Chapel RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Approve Amendment No. 1 to License Agreement between the Temecula Community Services District and the Temecula Valley Museum, Inc. (TVMI) for operation of Museum Gift Shop and Wedding Chapel; 2.2 Accept as payment in full of a loan made to the Temecula Museum Foundation certain in-kind services provided by the Temecula Valley Museum, Inc. Community Services Director Parker presented the staff report (as per agenda material). In an effort to give the Temecula Valley Museum, Inc. (TVMI) the ability to make the necessary operational decisions, President Comerchero recommended that the 30% license fee for the gift shop be eliminated. If this were approved, Mr. Comerchero suggested that the TVMI be requested to submit quarterly profit and loss statements for the operation of the gift shop. In response to Director Naggar, Community Services Director Parker noted that staff could complete an operational and managerial effectiveness comparison to other local history museums (7,500 square foot facility) in suburban areas. Director Stone suggested that the City in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce identify ways in which to increase Museum visitation. MOTION: Director Stone moved to approve staff recommendation but deleting the imposed license fee for the gift shop and requiring the submittal of quarterly profit and loss statements for the operation of the gift shop. The motion was seconded by Director Pratt and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. Minutes.csd\072500 2 AGENDA ITEM NOS. 4 AND 5 WERE CONSIDERED AS A JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT COUNCIL/DISTRICT BUSINESS .4 Solid Waste Franchise Amendment No. 3 RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 That the City Council adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2000-61 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE CITY'S SOLID WASTE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH CR&R, INC. 4.2 That the City Council adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2000-62 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING THE SINGLE-FAMILY SOLID WASTE RATES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001 Deputy Director of Community Services Ruse presented the staff report (of record), clarifying the proposed amendments. On behalf of CR&R, Mr. David Fahrion, President of the Solid Waste Management Division, relayed the company's delight with having the opportunity to be involved with the City; thanked and commended staff as to their associated efforts; discussed diversion activities; encouraged oontinued use of recycling containers; commented on the commercial waste audit; and advised that if approved, in addition to the CPI savings, the single-family residential rate will remain the =same for four years. For Councilman Naggar, Deputy Director of Community Services Ruse advised that as per AB !;)39, the City is required to divert 50% of its waste toward recycling or fines would be imposed. As a citizen as well as a Councilman, Councilman Naggar commended CR&R on its services; spoke in support of the request; and suggested that if approved, that the City Council review the agreement for the next three years. Fchoing Councilman Naggar's comment, Councilman Stone as well commended Mr. Fahrion and CR&R on a job well done and commended the citizens on their recycling efforts. Providing additional clarification as to the reason for this request, Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero commented on the benefits it will provide to the residents as well as CR&R. Iv;inutes.csd\072500 3 MOTION: Mayor Stone moved to approve staff recommendation with the amendment that staff be directed to forward a yearly status update of services. The motion was seconded by Councilman Roberrs and voice vote reflected unanimous approval, 5 Solid Waste Adjustment for Single-Family Residential Rates RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 That the Board of Directors adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. CSD 200044 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT AMENDING RESOLUTION NO, CSD 2000-1'1 ENTITLED A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT ADOPTING RATES AND CHARGES FOR SERVICE LEVEL B - RESIDENTIAL STREET LIGHTING, SERVICE LEVEL C - SLOPE MAINTENANCE, AND SERVICE LEVEL D - RECYCLING AND REFUSE COLLECTION SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000-2001 Deputy Director of Community Services Ruse reviewed the staff report (of record), MOTION: Director Naggar moved to approve staff recommendation. The motion was '.seconded by Director Stone and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. At 7:59 P.M., President Comerchero called a short recess. The meeting was reconvened at 8:12 P.M.; at which time, the City Council meeting was recessed. DISTRICT BUSINESS 6 Naming the LibraN and Special Room within the Library RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Approve the name for the new library as the Erie Stanley Gardner Library as recommended by the Community Services Commission; 6.2 Approve the name for the special room within the Library as the Grace Mellman Heritage Room as recommended by the Community Services Commission. Deputy Director of Community Services Ruse presented the staff report (as per written material). In light of the number of letters that have been received with regard to this matter, President Comerchero requested that the letters be read into the record by City Clerk Jones. The following individuals either spoke or provided written communication in support of either naming the new library the Temecula Library or including the title Temecula within the name: Minutes.csd\072500 4 · Mr. Tony Turski, Chairman of the Board of the Chamber of Commerce, 27450 Ynez Road (by way of letter) · Ms. Tiffany Robertson, 42200 Margarita Road, #1323 (by way of letter) · Ms. Grace Mellman, 36500 De Portola Road, President of the Friends of Temecula Library - as well supported the City of Temecula Library · Mrs. Marie Dunn, 30156 La Primavera Street (by way of letter) - as well supported the Temecula Valley Library and suggested that a future library branch be named after Erie Stanley Gardner · Dr. and Mrs. Pat and Willard Ommert, 43-250 Los Corralitos Road (by way of letter) · Dr. and Mrs. Donald and Mary Chapton, 43705 Piasano Place (by way of letter) · Mr. and Mrs. Patricia and Stewart Morris, 43938 Carentan Drive (by way of letter) · Mr. Gary Allen, P.O. Box 817, Board Member of the Friends of the Library, · Ms. Betty Dixon, 43551 San Fermin Place (by way of letter) · Ms. Cynthia Lattavo, 27471 Senna Court (by way of letter) · Ms. Phyllis Tschanz, no address (by way of letter) · Mr. Raul Herrera, 33243 Fox Road · Ms. Cynthia Burris, no address (by way of letter) · Ms. Linda Volpe, 43700 Calabro Street (by way of letter) · Mrs. Pat Romans, 39485 Salina Drive (by way of letter) · Ms. Debra L. RomansoTine Tiah (by way of letter) · Ms. Mary Lu Taylor, no address (by way of letter) · Ms. Helen Meadows, 31050 Chaldron Circle (by way of letter) · Ms. Linda Campbell, 28750 Vallejo · Mrs. William Conrad, 45796 Hopactong Street (by way of E-mail) · Mr. Karel Lindemans, no address (by way of E-mail) · Ms. Gera Jane Thole, 41120 Avenida Verde (by way of letter) · Ms. Carol Marsden, 30955 De Portola · Mrs. Rod Fink, 41418 Avenida de la Reina (by way of letter) · Ms. Helen Hudson Lovaas, Temecula Associates (by way of letter) The following two individuals spoke in support of naming the new library after Erie Stanley Gardner: · Mr. John Hunneman, 39557 Del Vail Dr., Murrieta · Mr. Richard Busenkell, 31556 Loma Linda Road .Applauding the Community Services Commission on its review and difficult decision with regard to the naming of the new library and in light of the overwhelming citizen support to include the title Temecula in the naming of the library, Director Stone, echoed by President Comerchero, relayed his support of naming the new library either the Temecula Library or the Temecula IVlunicipal Library. Concurring with Director Stone, Director Robert spoke in support of either the Temecula Municipal Library or the Temecula Public Library and as well spoke in support of the Grace Mellman Heritage Room. I%qinutes.csd\072500 5 Supporting the naming of the Grace Mellman Heritage Room, Director Pratt relayed his desire to include the title Temecula in the naming of the new library and suggested that a plaque be installed at the new library honoring Mr. Erie Stanley Gardner's accomplishments. Director Stone suggested that Mr. Gardner be honored in the Temecula Valley Museum. MOTION: Director Naggar moved to approve the naming of the new library as the Temecula Public Library and to approve the naming of the special room as the Grace Mellman Heritage Room. The motion was seconded by President Comerchero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. DEPARTMENTAL REPORT No additional comments. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES REPORT No comments. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORT Commenting on the services this City is able to provide to its community, General Manager Nelson thanked the Temecula Valley Museum, the Arts Council, and the Friends of the Library for its strong volunteer support. BOARD OF DIRECTORS' REPORTS Director Stone thanked Mr. Mellman for his patience with regard to the time Mrs. Grace Mellman has ,devoted to the Friends of the Temecula Library. .ADJOURNMENT At 9:08 P.M., the Temecu'la Community Services District meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, August 1, 2000, at 6:00 P.M., City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Jeff Comerchero, President ATTEST: Susan W. Jones, CMC City Clerk/District Secretary ISEAL] Minutes.csd\072500 6