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HomeMy WebLinkAbout082200 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 22, 2000 The City Council convened in a Closed Session at 6:15 P.M. and reconvened in a regular meeting at 7:00 P.M., on Tuesday, August 22, 2000, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Present: Absent: PRELUDE MUSIC Councilmembers: Comerchero, Naggar, Pratt, Roberts, and Stone. Councilmember: None. The prelude music was provided by Kurt Jordan. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Pastor Randy Johr~son of Temecula United Methodist Chumh. ALLEGIANCE The salute to the Flag was led by the Cub Scout Pack 301. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS Certificate of Achievement to Christopher Carey attaininq Eaqle Scout rank Mayor Stone presented a Certificate of Achievement to Christopher Carey for attaining his Eagle Scout rank. Certificates of Achievement to Arrow of Liqht Recipients Certificates of Achievement were presented to each Cub Scout by Mayor Stone. Certificate of Achievement to the Temecula Little Lea.que Softball Team Commending the Team and its coaches on their efforts, Mayor Stone presented a Certificate of Achievement. Recognition to various businesses throu.qhout the City of Temecula for their voluntary support with the Pechanqa Fire With great appreciation, Mr. Wayne Hall and other Red Cross representatives acknowledged a number of businesses and individuals that provided a tremendous amount support during the Pechanga Fire. Mayor Stone requested that a list of contributors be provided to the City Clerk and noted that he would personally thank each business for its contributions. R:\Minutes\082200 1 Mr. Wayne Hall invited the City Council and the public to the Red Cross Office Grand Opening on September 12, 2000, at 5:30 P.M. Mayor Stone requested that several of the City's replacement computers be donated to Red Cross. At 7:22 P.M., Mayor Stone calmed a short recess and reconvened the meeting at 7:33 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS A. Advising that volunteers are still welcome to participate, Councilman Roberts invited the public to the grand opening of the Blitz Build for Habitat for Humanity on Friday, September 1, 2000, at 9:30 A.M. B. Having received several calls from residents, Councilman Roberts advised that City Council would not take action with regard to the potential closing of Calle Medusa prior to the completion of a neighborhood survey, noting that this survey has been mailed out, and noted that a public hearing would be scheduled to discuss the potential closing of Calle Medusa. C. Councilman Pratt advised that he had met with City staff as well as Congressman Calvert to discuss Murrieta Flood Control and possible funding for it. D. As the City's representative to the Multi-Species Habitat Conservation component of the Riverside County Integrated Plan, Councilman Naggar advised that he has recently attended a meeting, noting that there appears to be controversy regarding this particular component and, therefore, he was of the opinion that not much progress has been made with regard to it. Mr. Naggar briefly provided clarification of such a plan and the benefits of it. E. Referencing the City's adopted Growth Management Plan, Councilman Naggar requested that discussions be pursued with Caltrans, requesting, in light of the RCIP, an evaluation of the current freeway status as well as future status. Mr. Naggar encouraged that this matter be addressed at this point in time prior to attaining the status of a congested freeway such as the 91 freeway. By reviewing the matter, he noted that funding and the petitioning of legislators could be addressed prior to the matter being an issue. In response to Councilman Naggar's suggestion, Councilman Roberts advised that Caltrans utilizes SCAG projections, which are completed every three years, noting that new projections are being completed at this point time. Mr. Roberts recommended that if a meeting were called that a representative from Caltrans as well as SCAG be in attendance. F. In light of the State's recent Stage 3 Emergency Electrical Alert, Councilman Naggar apprised the public of a Southern California Edison program entitled the Cycling System Program and advised that he has personally utilized the program. G. Having attended an open house at Sterling Senior Community (Alzheimers, Assisted living, and independent living services), Councilman Naggar commended the facility on the services provided and commented on the need for such facilities. He advised that he had requested Sterling Senior Community to make a presentation of its services at a future City Council meeting. H. In response to Mayor Stone, City Manager Nelson commented on difficulties that arose with regard to the Max Responder and advised that efforts are underway to ensure resolution. R:\Minutes\082200 2 I. For Mayor Stone, City Manager Nelson noted that Chief Building Inspector Elmo has inspected the staging areas and storage area of the developer in Chardonnay Hills and that staff follow-up will occur to ensure that safety is properly maintained. J. Speaking very highly of his Aunt Natalie,.Mayor Stone expressed appreciation to the uplifting newspaper article written about her and her daily walking routine. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Standard Ordinance and Resolution Adoption Procedure RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda. 2 Resolution Approvinq List of Demands RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2000-64 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A 3 Purchase of four (4) City Vehicles RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Approve the purchase of two 2001, Ford Rangers from Rancho Ford (each at $16,540.70) total $33,081.40; 3.2 Approve the purchase of one 2001, Chevrolet ~ ton pick up truck from Paradise Chevrolet at $23,369.90; 3.3 Approve the purchase of one 2001, Ford commercial utility truck from Rancho Ford at $57,858.04. 4 Approval of Funds for Plan Review Services RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Approve an expenditure in an amount not to exceed $4,000 for Plan Check Services with Esgil Corporation; 4.2 Approve an expenditure in an amount not to exceed $12,000 for Plan Check Services with VanDorpe Chou and Associates. R:\Minutes\082200 3 Records Destruction Approval RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 Approve the scheduled destruction of certain City records in accordance with the City of Temecula approved Records Retention Policy. Accept Crowne Hill Drive into the City-maintained Street System within Tract Map Nos. 23143-2 and 23143-4 (Butterfield StaRe Road to the north tract boundary of Tract Map No. 23143-4) RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO, 2000-65 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ACCEPTING CROWNE HILL DRIVE INTO THE CITY-MAINTAINED STREET SYSTEM WITHIN TRACT MAP NOS. 23143-2 AND 23143-4 (BUTI'ERFIELD STAGE ROAD TO THE NORTH TRACT BOUNDARY OF TRACT MAP NO. 23'143- 4) 7 Cooperative Aqreement between the City of Temecula and County of Riverside for the desiqn and construction of the Traffic Siqnal and Safety Liqhtinq Improvements at Rancho California Road and Butterfield Staqe Road - Proiect No. PW98-11 RECOMMENDATION: 7.1 Approve the Plans and Specifications for the installation of traffic signal and safety lighting improvements at the intersection of Rancho California Road and Butterfield Stage Road - Project No. PW98-11; 7.2 Approve the Cooperative Agreement for the design and construction of the traffic signal and safety lighting improvements at Rancho California Road and Butterfield Stage Road - Project No. PW98-11; 7.3 Authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement after review and approval by the City Attorney; 7.4 Authorize payment of 50% of the construction costs to the County of Riverside. 8 Professional Services Aqreement - T.Y. Lin International - McDaniel Rancho California Road Bridqe Wideninq over Murrieta Creek - Proiect No. PW99-18 RECOMMENDATION: 8.1 Approve the agreement with T.Y. Lin International - McDaniel to provide professional design engineering services for the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates to construct the Rancho California Road Bridge Widening over Murrieta Creek - Project No. PW99-18 - for an amount not to exceed $330,366.00 and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement; R:\Minutes\082200 4 8.2 Authorize the City Manager to approve change orders not to exceed the contingency amount of 10% of the agreement or $33,036.60. MOTION: Councilman Naggar moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. I - 8. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Comerehero and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. At 7:52 P.M., the City Council reconvened as the Temecula Community Services District and the Temecula Redevelopment Agency. At 8:02 P.M., the City Council resumed with regularly scheduled City Council business. COUNCIL BUSINESS 9 Ordinance amendinq Section 3.32.010 of the Temecula Municipal Code increasinq the maximum value of Public Works contracts which may be bid by informal bid procedures from $75,000 to $100,000 in accordance with Public Contract Code Section 22020 RECOMMENDATION: 9.1 Introduce and read by title only an ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE NO, 2000-09 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING SECTION 3.32.010 OF THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE INCREASING THE MAXIMUM VALUE OF PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS WHICH MAY BE BID BY INFORMAL BID PROCEDURES FROM $75,000 TO $100,000 IN ACCORDANCE WITH PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 22020 Director of Public Works Hughes presented the staff report (as per agenda material), noting that the approval of this recommendation would make the City's policy consistent with the State's policy and that it would not change the approval process. At this time, City Attorney Thorson introduced and read by title only Ordinance No. 2000-09. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero moved to approve the staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Councilman Roberts and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 10 Vail Ranch Annexation RECOMMENDATION 10.1 Review the LAFCO (Local Agency Formation Commission) staff report and provide comments on the Vail Ranch Annexation. Deputy City Manager Thornhill reviewed the staff report (of record); referenced written communication from the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO); and addressed the County's request for a continuance of the hearing. Mr. Bob Ritchie, 44779 Tahachapea Pass, provided information with regard to the 1998 Redhawk/Vail Ranch attempted annexation and issues that arose with the County relative to that annexation application. If the continuance were approved, Mr. Ritchie requested that it be R:\Minutes\082200 5 approved contingent on the County hearing matter on September 28, 2000, and that positive action be taken in accordance with LAFCO staff's recommendation for approval. Councilman Roberts suggested that a meeting be scheduled with Supervisor Buster in order to determine the issues of concern. In light of the 1999 election results, Mr. Roberts noted that the Vail Ranch residents deserve to be annexed. Concurring with Mr. Ritchie's comments, Mayor Pro Tern Comerchero noted that if the continuance were granted, it should be granted to a date certain (30 days) to ensure the City would be able to meet its necessary annexation deadlines to ensure annexation effectiveness by July 1, 2001. Although he voiced no opposition to considering an annexation for Redhawk at the time it would be requested by the residents, Mayor Pro Tern Comerchero noted that clarification must be provided with regard to LAFCO's approval of the annexation conditioned upon the City's cooperation and participation in annexation of the Redhawk area three years from the date of the Commission adoption, questioning what would occur in the event the Redhawk residents had not indicated a desire to be annexed within that time period. City Manager Nelson noted that clarification with regard to the three-year time period would be obtained prior to the LAFCO hearing. At this time, the City Council received and filed the report. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Commending the City Clerk's Department and Web Master Pat Comerchero, City Manager Nelson advised that the City's Web Site has received its second Golden Web Award from the International Associates of Web Masters as well as a Gold Award from the Real Estate Library for its design, interactivity, and content. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT With regard to the Closed Session Items, City Attorney Thorson advised that there were no reportable actions under the Brown Act. ADJOURNMENT At 8:20 P.M., the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, September 12, 2000, at 7:00 P.M., City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ~ ~) ~'-Jeffr~y E. Stone, Mayor R:\Minutes\082200 6