HomeMy WebLinkAbout061201 CC MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 12, 2001
The City Council convened in Closed Session at 5:30 P.M., on Tuesday, June 12, 2001, in the
City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula,
California. The Open Session of the City Council meeting commenced at 7:02 P.M.
Present:
Absent:
PRELUDE MUSIC
Councilmembers: Naggar, Roberts, Stone, Comerchero
Councilmember: Pratt
The prelude music was provided by Matthew Klm.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Pastor Ron Alsobrooks of New Covenant Fellowship Center.
ALLEGIANCE
The salute to the Rag was led by Boy Scout Troop #301.
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
Friends of the Temecula Library Proclamation
On behalf of the Friends, Ms. Grace Mellman accepted the proclamation presented by Mayor
Comerchero.
Pause for the Pledqe of Alleqiance Day
The proclamation was presented by Mayor Comerchero to District Chairman Dennis Gallagher.
With the concurrence of the City Council, Mayor Comerchero requested that the Flag Day
Ceremony be held at City Hall, on June 14, 2001, at 4:00 P.M., and invited the public to attend.
Glassy-winqed Sharpshooter Update
Advising that the City of Temecula is recognized as the leader in the fight against the Glassy-
winged Sharpshooter, Ms. Sparkman thanked the City Council for its leadership and introduced
Mr. Craig Weaver of Callaway and Mr. Ben Drake of Drake Enterprises (State Task
representatives for the Glassy-winged Sharpshooter) who, in turn, updated the City Council on
the process of the fight against the Sharpshooter and commended the City on its foresight and
efforts associated with regard to this matter.
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Extreme Recycling Pro.qram
Management Analyst Smith reviewed the Recycling Program; thanked CR&R (solid waste
haulers) for its involvement in sponsoring this program; and commended the following residents
on a job well done:
Richard G. Davis Family
Ronald D. Ellis Family
William E. Sandine Family
Charles Yon Family
Kathryn Hills Family
Walter G. Lewis Family
Robert J. Forbes Family
Norman S. Dietz Family
Kevin Smith Family
Jimmy Beaver Family
Amateur Radio Week Proclamation
Mayor Comerchero presented to Mr. Wyma, representing the Golden Triangle Amateur Radio
Club, the proclamation.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
A. Ms. Eve Craig, 42960 Calle Reva, expressed appreciation to the City Council for its
sponsorship of the upcoming barbeque fundraiser, benefiting the Temecula Valley Historical
Society which will be held on Sunday, June 24, 2001, at 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M., at Margarita
Park, and invited the public to attend.
B. Mr. Scott Eggum, 41833 Carleton Way, recognized and thanked Councilman Stone for
the recommendation of planting a tree at Veterans Park in memory of his daughter, Daviana,
and as well expressed appreciation to the City Council, Community Services Director Parker,
and City staff for their efforts in making the event a memorable occasion. Advising that his
daughter had enjoyed attending a summer camp for children with heart disease, Mr. Eggum
apprised the City Council, staff, and the public of an upcoming Golf Tournament fundraiser in
memory of his daughter, Daviana, and in an effort to raise funds for this particular camp. Mr.
Eggum noted that the tournament will be on July 20, 2001, at 1:30 P.M., at Temeku Hills
Country Club.
C. Representing the Save Southwest Riverside County (SSRC) Organization, Mr. Loma
Bosinger, 40125 Scanlon Road, thanked the City Council for the protest filing with regard to the
proposed electrical transmission corridor and for the requesting of local public hearings. Ms.
Bosinger advised that the California Public Utilities Commission has granted local public
hearings and, therefore, encouraged and stressed the importance of public attendance.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
A. Advising that the Habitat for Humanity will be sponsoring a Clean-Up Day in the City of
Perris at which time a burned home will be refurbished on Saturday, June 23, 2001, at 7:00
A.M., Mayor Pro Tern Roberts noted that the Habitat for Humanity would welcome any offers of
donation including property or houses.
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B. Councilman Naggar commended the Arts Council on the recent Sidewalk Street Painting
event in Old Town, noting that numerous positive comments were shared with him.
C. Mayor Comerchero echoed Councilman Naggar's comments with regard to the Sidewalk
Street Painting event in Old Town.
In response to Ms. Bosinger's request for public attendance at the local California Public
Utilities Commission hearings, Mr. Comerchero as well encouraged the public to attend these
meetings.
Mayor Comerchero informed the viewing audience that the appointment of two Planning
Commissioners will be scheduled for the June 26, 2001, City Council meeting.
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 Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1 Approve the minutes of March 27, 2001;
2.2 Approve the minutes of April 10, 2001;.
2.3 Approve the minutes of April 17, 2001..
(Councilman Stone abstained with regard to Item No. 2.3.)
3 Resolution approvinq List of Demands
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-40
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A
4 City Treasurer's Report as of April 30, 2001
RECOMMENDATION:
4.1 Receive and file the City Treasurer's Report as of April 30, 2001.
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5 Approval of Election Resolutions
RECOMMENDATION:
5.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-41
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA REQUESTING THE SERVICES OF THE COUNTY
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS TO CONDUCT THE GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY,
NOVEMBER 6, 2001
5.2 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-42
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING
OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2001, FOR THE ELECTION OF
CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF
THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO
GENERAL LAW CITIES
6 Back-up Generator System for City Hall
RECOMMENDATION:
6.1 Award a contract in the amount of $106,200 to Johnson Power Systems for the
design, construction, and installation of a 250 kW back-up generator system for City
Hall;
6.2 Authorize the City Manager to approve change orders not to exceed $10,620 which
is equal to 10% of the contract amount;
6.3 Appropriate Capital Project Reserves in the amount of $116,820.
7 Consideration of the Temecula Fall Rod Run - Hot Rods and Harleys Cruisinq for the Boy
Scouts Sponsorship Request
RECOMMENDATION:
7.1 Approve the sponsorship request for the Temecula Fall Rod Run - Hot Rods and
Harleys Cruising for the Boy Scouts event.
(Consent Calendar Item No. 7 was considered under separate discussion; see page
10.)
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8 Implementation of Special Tax- Measure C
RECOMMENDATION:
8.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-43
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ESTABLISHING THE AMOUNT OF THE SPECIAL
TAX LEVY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001-2002 TO FINANCE
RECREATIONAL AND HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS AND
THE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, SERVICING OF PUBLIC
PARKS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES, MEDIAN
LANDSCAPING, AND ARTERIAL STREET LIGHTS, AND
TRAFFIC SIGNALS
9 Resolution adoptin,q FY 2001/2002 So]id Waste Rates
RECOMMENDATION:
9.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-44
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA APPROVING THE SOLID WASTE RATES FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2001-2002
10 Cost-Sharinq Aqreement with County of Riverside for Date/Cherry Flyover Property
Acquisition
RECOMMENDATION:
10.1 Approve an agreement with Riverside County to share the costs of acquiring right-
of-way for the Date/Cherry Flyover project.
11 Roripauqh Specific Plan - Status Report
RECOMMENDATION:
11.1 Receive and file.
12 Approval of Funds for Plan Review Services with Esqil Corporation
RECOMMENDATION:
12.1 Approve an expenditure in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 for Plan Check
Services with Esgil Corporation.
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13 Annual Adiustment of Development Impact Fees
RECOMMENDATION:
13.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 0l-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA CONFIRMING THE ADJUSTMENT OF
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001-02
TO BE EFFECTIVE AUGUST '13, 2001, PURSUANT TO
CHAPTER 15.06 OF THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE AND
RESOLUTION NOS. 97-94 AND 98-30
(Consent Calendar Item No. 13 was considered under separate discussion; see
pages 10-11.)
14 Approval of the Plans and Specifications and authorization to solicit bids for the Starliqht
Ridqe Southern Cross Road Sidewalk Project - Proiect No. PW00-22
RECOMMENDATION:
14.1 Make a finding that the Starlight Ridge Southern Cross Road Sidewalk Project is
categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 (c) of the CEQA
guidelines;
14.2 Approve the plans and specifications and authorize the Department of Public Works
to solicit public construction bids for the Starlight Ridge Southern Cross Road
Sidewalk Project- Project No. PW00-22.
(Councilman Naggar abstained with regard to this item.)
15 Parcel Map No. 29949 (located at the easterly terminus of Lolita Road - in an urbanized
area of Los Ranchitos)
RECOMMENDATION:
15.1 Approve Parcel Map No. 29949 in conformance with the conditions of approval;
15.2 Approve the Subdivision Monument Agreement;
15.3 Accept the Performance Bond for improvements as security for the Monument
Agreement,
16 Parcel Map No. 30012 (located at the southeast corner of North General Kearny Road and
Marqarita Road)
RECOMMENDATION:
16.1 Approve Parcel Map No. 30012 in conformance with the conditions of approval;
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16.2 Approve the Subdivision Monument Agreement and accept the Monument Deposit
as security for the agreement.
(Councilman Stone abstained with regard to this item.)
17 Acceptance of a Declaration of Dedication of an Easement for Date Street Storm Drain
RECOMMENDATION:
17.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-45
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ACCEPTING A DECLARATION OF DEDICATION
OF STORM DRAIN EASEMENT ON THE SOUTH SIDE DATE
STREET AT A POINT 697 FEET EAST OF MARGARITA ROAD
BUT NOT ACCEPTING THIS EASEMENT INTO THE CITY-
MAINTAINED STREET SYSTEM AT THIS TIME
18 Acceptance of Grant of Easement for Date Street Riqht-of-Way
RECOMMENDATION:
18.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-46
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ACCEPTING A GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR
PUBLIC STREET AND ROADWAY PURPOSES ON THE
SOUTH SIDE DATE STREET BETWEEN MARGARITA ROAD
AND A POINT 697 FEET EAST OF MARGARITA ROAD BUT
NOT ACCEPTING THIS EASEMENT INTO THE CITY-
MAINTAINED STREET SYSTEM AT THIS TIME
19 Acceptance of Offer of Dedication - Road Purposes on Western Bypass Corridor and Front
Street per Tentative Parcel Map No. 28627 Conditions of Approval
RECOMMENDATION:
19.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
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RESOLUTION NO. 01-47
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ACCEPTING AN OFFER OF DEDICATION OF
RIGHT OF WAY FOR ROAD PURPOSES FOR WESTERN
BYPASS CORRIDOR AND FRONT STREET AS REQUIRED BY
THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR PARCEL MAP NO.
28627, PA97-0307, BUT NOT ACCEPTING STREETS INTO THE
CITY-MAINTAINED STREET SYSTEM AT THIS TIME
(Councilman Stone abstained with regard to this item.)
20 Acceptance of an Easement Deed for a Meanderinq Sidewalk alonq North General Kearney
Road with portions within Parcel E of Lot Line Adiustment PA98-0054 (located at the
southeast corner of North General Kearney Road and Marqarita Road)
RECOMMENDATION:
20.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-48
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT DEED FOR A
MEANDERING SIDEWALK ALONG NORTH GENERAL
KEARNEY ROAD WITH PORTIONS WITHIN PARCEL E OF
LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT PA98-0054 AS REQUIRED PER THE
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR PLANNING APPLICATION
NO. PA00-0417
(Councilman Stone abstained with regard to this item.)
21 Reimbursement Aqreements with MS Temecula II, LLC - Dendy Parkway Improvements
and Diaz Road Traffic Siqnal Installation
RECOMMENDATION:
21.1 Execute an Agreement between the City and MS Temecula Il, LLC for
Reimbursement of the Cost of Constructing Improvements within Dendy Parkway;
21.2 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-49
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT
ENTITLED AGREEMENT FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF COSTS
OF CONSTRUCTION FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (DENDY
PARKWAY) BETWEEN THE CITY OF TEMECULA AND MS
TEMECULA II, LLC (PA00-0355)
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21.3 Execute an Agreement between the City and MS Temecula II, LLC for
Reimbursement of the Cost of Installing a Traffic Signal at Winchester and Diaz
Road;
21.4 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-50
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT
ENTITLED REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT FOR
WINCHESTER ROAD/DIAZ ROAD TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS
BETWEEN CITY OF TEMECULA AND MS TEMECULA II, LLC
22 Tract Map Nos. 24136, 24136-2, 24136-3, 24187 (located nodh of De Portola Road, west of
Meadows Parkway, east of Marqarita Road, and south of Pio Pico, Monteleqro, and
Leena Way and within Paloma Del Sol Specific Plan No. 219 - now in conformance with
their oriqinal approvals
RECOMMENDATION:
22.1 Approve Tract Map Nos. 24136, 24136-2, 24136-3, 24187 in conformance with the
conditions of approval;
22.2 Approve the Subdivision improvement Agreements;
22.3 Approve the Subdivision Monument Agreements and accept the Faithful
Performance Bonds, Labor and Material Bonds, and Monument Bonds as security
for the agreements.
23 Second Readinq of Ordinance No. 01-06 (Loud or unruly assemblies)
RECOMMENDATION:
23.1 Adopt an ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 01-06
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ADDING CHAPTER 9.18 TO THE TEMECULA
MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING LIABILITY TO PERSONS
WHO ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOUD OR UNRULY
ASSEMBLIES WHICH CAUSE DISTURBANCES OF THE
PEACE AND PROVIDING FOR RECOVERY OF LAW
ENFORCEMENT COSTS IN CONNECTION WITH SUCH
ASSEMBLIES
MOTION: Councilman Stone moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1-6, 8-12, and 14-
23 (item Nos. 7 and 13 were considered under separate discussion). The motion was
seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Roberts and voice voted reflected approval with the exception of
Councilman Pratt who was absent; Councilman Naggar who abstained with regard to Item No.
14; and Councilman Stone who abstained with regard to item Nos. 2.3, 16, 19, and 20.
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CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS CONSIDERED UNDER SEPARATE DISCUSSION
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Consideration of the Temecula Fall Rod Run - Hot Rods and Harleys Cruising for the
Boy Scouts Sponsorship Request
RECOMMENDATION:
7.1
Approve the sponsorship request for the Temecula Fall Rod Run - Hot Rods and
Harleys Cruising for the Boy Scouts.event.
In response to Mayor Comerchero's request, City.Attorney Thorson noted that language could
be added to the Agreement, paragraph B, indicating that 80% of the Boy Scouts receiving funds
must be City of Temecula residents.
MOTION: Councilman Naggar moved to approve staff recommendation with the addition of
language as noted by City Attorney Thorson. The motion was seconded by Councilman Stone
and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Councilman Pratt who was absent.
13 Annual Adiustment of Development Impact Fees
RECOMMENDATION:
13.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA CONFIRMING THE ADJUSTMENT OF
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001-02
TO BE EFFECTIVE AUGUST 13, 2001, PURSUANT TO
CHAPTER 15.06 OF THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE AND
RESOLUTION NOS. 97-94 AND 98-30
Finance Director Roberts presented the staff report (as per agenda material). Both Finance
Director Roberts and City Clerk Jones noted that no written protest has been received with
regard to this matter.
Mr. David Rosenthal, 22325 Jefferson Avenue, representing the Southwest Riverside
Manufacturing Council, requested that the approval of an increase be deferred for a period of
time.
In response to Mayor Comerchero, Finance Director Roberts advised that currently 48% of the
cost is being subsidized and that with the proposed increase, 54% of the cost would be
subsidized.
Mr. Bill Dendy, 41975 Winchester Road, commented on the amount of industrial vacancies
throughout the City as well as the need to construct more buildings in order to create more jobs.
Mr. John Bragg, Jr., 4275 Executive Square, #805, representing Kearny Real Estate Company,
requested as well that the consideration of this increase be deferred to a future time.
In response to Councilman Naggar, Mayor Comerchero advised that the issue of lowering the
Development Impact Fess has been reviewed by the Economic Development Committee.
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While being in support of Development Impact Fees, Councilman Stone noted that in light of the
power crisis and its associated costs, he would support deferring the matter for six months.
In light of his fellow colleagues' concurrence with pulling the matter off calendar of the next six
months, Councilman Stone offered the following motion:
MOTION: Councilman Stone moved to pull this matter off calendar for the next six months.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Naggai' and voice vote reflected approval with the
exception of Councilman Pratt who was absent.
At 8:03 P.M., Mayor Comerchero called a recess and convened as the Community Services
District, the Redevelopment Agency, and the Temecula Public Financing Authority, and
reconvened the City Council meeting at 8:49 P.M.
COUNCIL BUSINESS
24 Review and Adoption of the FY 2001-002 Annual Operatin.q Bud.qet
RECOMMENDATION:
24.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO, 01-54
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ADOPTING THE FY 2001-02 ANNUAL
OPERATING BUDGET AND ESTABLISHING CONTROLS ON
CHANGES IN APPROPRIATIONS
24.2 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-55
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA REVISING THE SCHEDULE OF AUTHORIZED
POSITIONS
(Mayor Comerchero abstained with regard to Item No. 24.2.)
24.3 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-56
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT
FOR FY 2001-02
By way of a PowerPoint presentation, City Manager Nelson reviewed the proposed budget.
In response to Councilman Stone, City Manager Nelson and City Attorney Thorson advised that
an existing Franchise Fee Agreement is in place with Southern California Edison; that this
agreement was approved by the City Council at indorporation; and that the set percentage of
fees charged was, as well, established and approved by the City Council.
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In light of the impact of the higher utility fees to the residents, Councilman Stone suggested that
staff explore the possibility of the City attaining a higher franchise fee which, in turn, then be
rebated to the residents and that in the future with each electrical utility increase, the City should
attain a proportional franchise fee increase which as well should be rebated to the residents.
With regard to the proposed budget, Mr. Stone commended staff on this comprehensive
document and noted that the submitted information is a summary and culmination of many
workshops, meetings, etc. Expressing his delight with the City's current reserve fund, Mr. Stone
suggested that this fund be capped at $10 million and that once attained, funds should be
allocated toward an aggressive land banking operation especially along the periphery of the
City. In closing, Councilman Stone commended the entire City Council on its leadership and
efforts to achieve the financial success the City of Temecula has achieved.
City Manager Nelson noted that staff would explore Councilman Stone's suggestion with regard
to attaining a higher franchise fee.
As well as commending staff on a job well done as it relates to the preparation of this budget,
Councilman Naggar thanked the City Council and the Police Department for its support of the
Citizen Action Patrol Program.
MOTION: Councilman Stone moved to approve the staff recommendation. The motion was
seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Roberts and voice vote reflected unanimous approval with the
exception of Councilman Pratt who was absent and Mayor Comerchero who abstained with
regard to Item No. 24.2
25 Adoption of the FY 2002-06 Capital Improvement Proqram
RECOMMENDATION:
25.1 Adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-57
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA APPROVING THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM FOR FY 2002-06 AND ADOPTING THE CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT BUDGET FOR FY 2001-02
By way of a PowerPoint presentation, City Manager Nelson reviewed the proposed budget (as
per agenda material).
City Clerk Jones commented on the letter submitted by Councilman Pratt, noting that copies
were distributed to the City Councilmembers.
In response to Councilman Naggar, Public Works Director Hughes advised that because it is a
State right-of-way and, therefore, will require adherence to State procedures, no specific time
schedule has been implemented for the proposed pedestrian overcrossing. Mr. Hughes noted
that he would estimate that the City Council may be forwarded the matter within six months.
Viewing it as a sense of urgency for the Rainbow Canyon and Vail Ranch residents,
Councilman Stone requested that an interim fire station be constructed within 90 days of the
Vail Ranch annexation (July 1, 2001 ), and encouraged continued discussion with Pechanga as
it relates to a potential partnership with their fire station.
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Advising that the construction of a fire station is, as well, a staff priority, City Manager Nelson
noted that staff has had productive meetings with Pechanga with regard to this matter.
Mayor Pro Tem Roberts informed the City Council that the Library construction grant application
has been received and that it must be completed by the end of this year. In the event this State
grant were not approved, Mr. Roberts advised that he would be recommending that the
construction of the library be designated as a Priority I in next year's budget to ensure proper
funding and ultimate construction.
To address Councilman Naggar's concern, Mayor Comerchero stated that as per discussion
with SDG&E, the proposed and potentially preferred electrical transmission route (located near
the proposed Wolf Creek Sports Park) would circumvent the actual sports park site.
In closing, Mayor Comerchero commended staff on a job well done in the preparation of this
budget document.
MOTION: Councilman Stone moved to approve the staff recommendation. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Naggar and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of
Councilman Pratt who was absent.
26 Community Advisory Committee for the General Plan Update Process
RECOMMENDATION:
26.1 Provide direction to staff concerning the structure, membership, and role of a
Community Advisory Committee.
Deputy City Manager Thornhill reviewed the staff report (of record) and briefly commented on
the difference of opinions of the General Plan Subcommittee members (Mayor Comerchero and
Councilman Naggar) as it relates to the representa~tion on the Community Advisory Committee.
Desirous of having the General Plan Subcommittee members on this Community Advisory
Committee, Councilman Naggar clarified his goal to ensure that the City Council has an avenue
to provide input and direction to the Community Advisory Committee.
Desirous of not having a General Plan Subcommittee member serve on the Community
Advisory Committee, Mayor Comerchero noted that the City Council will have ample opportunity
to review the matter, noting that the General Plan review should be a citizen-driven process.
Understanding the comments of both Mr. Comerchero and Mr. Naggar, Councilman Stone,
echoed by Mayor Pro Tem Roberts, relayed his preference of appointing a non-City Council
based Committee (one which reflects a cross section of this community).
As long as the City Council would be given the opportunity, by way of workshops or additional
meetings, to properly address this matter, Councilman Naggar relayed his concurrence with
Mayor Comerchero's recommendation and, therefore, offered the following motion:
MOTION: Councilman Naggar moved that the Community Advisory Committee appointments
be apprised of the following: one Planning Commissioner, one Public/Traffic Safety
Commissioner, one Community Services Commissioner, one representative from the Chamber
of Commerce of the Economic Development Council (appointed by the Chamber or the EDC),
one representative from a local environmental or community organization (appointed by the City
Council), and five City residents (one appointed by each City Councilmember). The motion was
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seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Roberts and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of
Councilman Pratt who was absent.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Nelson advised that the Murrieta Creek Low-Flow Crossing at Via Montezuma will
be open Friday, June 15, 2001, noting that it is estimated that this overcrossing will dived
approximately 4,000 to 5,000 trips per day from Winchester and Rancho California Roads. Mr.
Nelson commended Public Works Director Hughes, Associate Engineer Harvey, and the Public
Works Department on a job well done.
In closing, City Manager Nelson thanked the City Council for its support with regard to the
Annual Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement Program Budget and commended
Finance Director Roberts, Assistant Finance Director McDermott, Senior Management Analyst
Papagolos, Senior Accountant Brown, Management Assistant I Ruddell, Accounting Assistant
Dickey, and Administrative Secretary Caravelli on a job well done as it relates to the preparation
and completion of the comprehensive budget documents.
CITY ATrORNEY'S REPORT
With regard to Closed Session Item No. 1, City Attorney Thorson advised that the City Council,
by unanimous vote, authorized the filing of an appeal in the case of the City of Temecula vs.
County of Riverside (tax allocation case). With regard to the remaining Closed Session items,
Mr. Thorson advised that there were no reportable actions under the Brown Act.
ADJOURNMENT
At 9:29 P.M., the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, June 26, 2001, at
7:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California.
ATT=EST:
[SEAL]
Jeff Comerchero, Mayor
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