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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
..TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 09, 2010
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Melendez called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR MELENDEZ
MAYOR PRO TEM BHUTTA
COUNCIL MEMBER BUCKLEY
COUNCIL MEMBER HICKMAN
COUNCIL MEMBER MAGEE
ABSENT: NONE
Also present: City Manager Brady, City Attorney Leibold, Director of Administrative
Services Riley, Public Works Director/City Engineer Seumalo, Director of Lake and
Aquatics Kilroy, Fire Chief Lawson, Police Chief Fontneau, Redevelopment Agency
Analyst Carlson and Office Specialist Porche.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Melendez invited Martin a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 99 in attendance to
lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
(1a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (a) of Gov't Code § 54956.9) R Side Medical, LLC; Carlos Stahl vs.
City of Lake Elsinore (Riverside Superior Court Case No. RIC10010236)
(1 b) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (a) of Gov't Code § 54956.9) Carlos Stahl vs. City of Lake Elsinore
(Riverside Superior Court Case No. RIC10020759)
(1c) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Gov't Code
Section 54956.9: 1 ~otential case
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City Attorney Leibold announced items 1a through 1c as listed on the agenda was
discussed during closed session and there was no reportable action as to any of the
items.
PRESENTATIONS / CEREMONIALS
• Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Update
Mr. Viet Tran the Board Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce provided the City
Council with the Quarterly Update for the 3rd quarter which included the following:
• 16,000 full colored copies of the quarterly magazine were distributed
• Launched the on-line version of the magazine on August 1St, 2010
• Advertising deadline for January 2011 is December 10th 2010
• Completed a comprehensive map of Lake Elsinore showing raised topography which
has been requested by realtors, campsites and individuals seeking to relocate
• National Society of Colonial Dames presented a plaque recognizing the Historic
Significance of the Chimes
• The Chamber of Commerce sponsored the Mayor's State of the City Address
• Total contacts for the third quarter were 1,699 or approximately 566 per month
Mayor Melendez asked Mr. Tran if he had any hand-out information that could be
provided to the public regarding the schools in the community. Mr. Tran responded by
saying he did not have the information with him, but would be happy to find out the
information later. Mayor Melendez asked Mr. Tran if there was a way to tract women
owned/veteran owned businesses in the community. Mr. Tran replied by saying he
would check with the Chamber and get back to the Council.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 1 MINUTE
Glenn Copple representing the Original Christmas Tree Lane spoke of an event to help
raise funds to support the local youth organizations in the community. The event will
take place at the Lake Elsinore Outlets in room 160 on December 3`d through 5th and
December 10th through 12th with the drawing on December 12th at 4:00 p.m.
C.J. Stewart, a resident of Lake Elsinore spoke of the successful Lake Elsinore Grand
Prix event which many veterans attended. She thanked City Council for their
contribution and looked forward to next year.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(2) Approval of Minutes
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Recommendation: It is recommended the City Council approve the following
Minutes:
a) Regular City Council Meeting - October 26, 2010
b) Joint City Council /Redevelopment Agency Meeting - October 26, 2010
(3) Warrant List Dated October 28. 2010
Recommendation: Authorize payment of Warrant List dated
October 28, 2010.
(4) Street Closures and Disbursements for "Unity in the Community Parade"
Recommendation: Approve temporary street closures for the Unity Parade on
November 20t and disbursements in the amount of $3,326.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta and seconded by Council Member Hickman to
approve Items 2 through 4 on the Consent Calendar. The motion unanimously carried
by the following vote: AYES: Council Members: Buckley, Hickman, Magee,
Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta and Mayor Melendez; NOES: None.
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
There is none scheduled.
APPEAL(S)
There is none scheduled.
BUSINESS ITEM(S)
(5) Consideration of a
Fire Chief Lawson provided a brief overview of the report to the City Council. He stated
based on the Local Responsibility Area Maps for Riverside County, it shows the Very
High Fire Hazard Severity Zones in the Wildland Urban Interface which is where the
new building standards would be applied. He stated the attached ordinance would
adopt Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones for the City as designated by the on-line
Recommendation: It is recommended the City Council Waive further reading and
introduce by title only Ordinance No. 2010-1286 Amending Chapter 15.04 of the
Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Designating Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones
in the City of Lake Elsinore.
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map. He stated a copy of the map would be available in the Community Development
Planning Department at City Hall.
It was moved by Council Member Magee and seconded by Council Member Hickman to
read by title only and waive further reading Ordinance No. 1286 amending Chapter
15.04 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code designating Very High Fire hazard Severity
Zone in Lake Elsinore. The Office Specialist read the title of Ordinance No. 1286 into
the record. The motion unanimously carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes:
Council Members: Buckley, Hickman, and Magee, Mayor Pro Tem Bhutta and Mayor
Melendez. Noes: None
(6) Consideration of Fiscal Year 2010-2011 First Quarter Budget Report
Recommendation: It is recommended that that the City Council: (1) approve the
recommended one-time expenditure of $213,397 related to July 1, 2010 layoffs
from the general fund unallocated revenue; and (2) approve the First Quarter
2010-11 Budget Report.
Director of Administrative Services Department Riley provided an overview of the First
Quarter Budget with the City Council. He stated this report would communicate the
status of the budget for the period of July 1, 2010 through September 30, 2010. He
stated based on the review of the general funds revenues, no adjustments are
recommended at this time.
Mayor Melendez asked about the Ranger Program for the upcoming boating season.
Police Chief Fontneau stated the department has provided several cost cutting options
for the next lake season which are currently under review for consideration. He stated
he hopes to have the final proposal back to the City Manager by the end of the calendar
year. City Manager Brady added that he has been in contact with Assistant Deputy
Cleary and he is working on various programs and ways to possibly use retired police
officers. He stated any changes would come before the City Council for consideration.
Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta inquired about the comment made in the staff report of the
recommend budget adjustment at the mid-year budget for the new Animal Shelter which
opened in Wildomar in October 2010. Director of Administrative Services Riley stated
at this time staff is looking at additional services that possibly would be added. He
stated staff would have a better idea at mid year.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta and seconded by Council Member Buckley to
approve the recommended one-time expenditure of $213,397 related to July 2, 2010
layoffs from the General Fund unallocated revenue and to approve the First Quarter
2010-2011 Budget Report. The motion unanimously carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members: Buckley, Hickman, Magee, Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta and
Mayor Melendez; NOES: None.
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(7) Consideration of Exception to Bid Procedures for Purchase and Installation of
Play Equipment for McVicker Canvon Park
Recommendation: Authorize exception to bid procedure and approve the
purchase and installation of play equipment from GameTime.
Council Member Magee reclused himself from the meeting at 7:25 due to a conflict of
interest.
Director of Lake and Aquatics Kilroy provided an overview of the project to the Council.
He stated the equipment at McVicker Canyon Park is nearly twenty years old and
needed to be replaced as it does not meet current compliance standards. He stated for
a limited time only a manufacture named GameTime is offering grants for the purchases
of playground equipment. He stated the City qualifies for a forty-five percent discount
on the purchase of the play equipment resulting in a total expenditure of $118,170. He
stated the City has allocated $130,000 for this project in the Capital Improvement
Project Budget. He stated staff is requesting the Council authorize the exception of the
bid procedures to expedite this process.
Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta thanked Mr. Kilroy for providing the warranty information on the
new equipment and asked if the old equipment had an existing warranty. Mr. Kilroy
stated that the park equipment is almost twenty years old and he is not aware of an
existing warranty. Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta asked Mr. Kilroy what the new equipment
standards were. Mr. Kilroy stated the sand surface material is not ADA accessible and
sun/shade covers are now part of the standards, which would be included in the new
equipment. Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta asked, if approved, when the installation of the new
equipment would be. Mr. Kilroy stated, if approved, the equipment could be ordered
before the end of the year, if not sooner.
Mayor Melendez asked how many of the City's Parks have equipment from GameTime.
Mr. Kilroy replied by listing four other parks in the community.
It was moved by Council Member Hickman and seconded by Council Member Buckley
to authorize exception to the bid procedures and approve the purchase and installation
of play equipment from GameTime. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES:
Council Members: Buckley, Hickman, Mayor Pro Tem Bhutta and Mayor Melendez;
ABSTAIN: Council Member Magee; NOES: None.
Council Member Magee returned to the meeting at 7:32 p.m.
(8) Consideration of 2011-2012 CDBG Allocation
Recommendation: It is recommended the City Council: (1) adopt the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for Fiscal Year 2011-
2012; and (2) approve submittal of the City's program to the County of Riverside.
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Redevelopment Agency Analyst Carlson provided a brief overview of the 2011-2012
CDBG Allocation funds. He stated each year the City receives an allocation through the
Economic Development Agency of Riverside County. He stated for the Fiscal Year of
2011-2012 funding program, the City hopes to receive approximately $215,321. He
added the City's Code Enforcement Division is also recommending funding for the
Nuisance Abatement Program. He stated as of October 25, 2010, the City received
three outside public service agency applications for a total requested allotment of
$70,000 and added there is no fiscal impact to the General Fund resulting from the
allocation of the CDBG funds.
Council Member Magee noted that Mr. Ron Hewison from the charitable organization
known as H.O.P.E. spoke earlier regarding his organization. He stated thanks to the
generous donation from Southern California Edison, the organization would be able to
feed 800 families this Thanksgiving.
It was moved by Council Member Magee and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta to
adopt the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for the fiscal Year
2011-2012 and approve submittal of the City's program to the County of Riverside.
The motion unanimously carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members:
Buckley, Hickman, Magee, Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta and Mayor Melendez; NOES: None.
The City Council recessed and convened to the Redevelopment Agency at 7:35 p.m
The City Council reconvened at 7:42 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 3 MINUTES
There were none.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Brady commented on the following:
• Wednesday, November 10th is Java Jive at the Flour Fusion Gourmet Bakery, Cafe
& Coffeehouse from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. The location of the Bakery is at 133 North
Main Street, Lake Elsinore.
• Wednesday, November 10th is Coffee with the Mayor from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at
the Flour Fusion Gourmet Bakery, Cafe & Coffeehouse.
• Wednesday, November 10th is the Tourism Business Summit Roundtable from 6:00
p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lake Elsinore Outlet Center. The cost is free.
• Tuesday, November 16th is the Joint Study Session to be held at the City's Cultural
Center at 5:00 p.m. The topic is the Housing Element.
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• Thursday, November 18th is the EWDC Luncheon, a conversation with
Assemblyman Jeffries and Nestande from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The cost is $15
for members and $20 for non-members. The event will be held at the Diamond
Stadium.
• Thursday, November 18th is the Business networking Mixer Benefiting Cops for Kids
to be held at Lake Chevrolet located at 31201 Auto Center Drive from 5:30 p.m. to
7:30 p.m. The cost is one new unwrapped gift.
• November 1gth -20th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. would be the Art Show and Sale
located at the City's Cultural Center. The cost is free.
• Saturday, November 20th is the Unity in the Community Parade from 10:00 a.m. to
12:00 p.m. The cost is free to spectators and $20 for parade entries. The event
would be held on Historic Downtown Main Street in Lake Elsinore.
• Saturday, November 20th is the Free Craft and Story Time with Mrs. Claus from
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The cost is free and would be held at the Lake Elsinore
Outlets.
• November 25th and 26th the City Hall would be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
She had no comments.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no comments.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Council Member Magee commented on the following:
• He spoke of the great success of the Lake Elsinore Grand Prix and thanked the
Police, Fire and staff members for all their help.
Council Member Hickman commented on the following:
• He thanked all of the voters.
• He requested City Manager Brady to check the City's camp grounds.
• He advised the public that the LA Slams are scheduled to play their first game on
December 4th at the Temescal Canyon High School at 7:30 p.m.
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Council Member Buckley commented on the following:
• He advised the public of the construction taking place at the intersection of Riverside
Drive and Lakeshore known as the four-corners, and construction should be
completed in January 2011.
Mayor Pro Tern Bhutta commented on the following:
• She stated this Thursday, November 11th is Veteran's Day and be sure to thank a
Veteran for all their service.
Mayor Melendez commented on the following:
• She advised the public of the election results and stated there are still provisional
votes that need to be counted before the final results are posted.
• She reminded those who ran for office to be sure to have their signs removed within
seven days after the election.
• She spoke of a couple of incidents that recently happened in the City and thanked
the Police Department for all their efforts.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Melendez adjourned the meeting in memory of three service men who lost their
lives while serving our country. They are Staff-Sergeant Jordan Emeric and Corporal
Randy Braggs who were killed while serving duty in Afghanistan and Police Officer
Ryan Bonaminio who was killed while on duty in the City of Riverside.
The Lake Elsinore City Council adjourned the meeting at 7:51 p.m. to a regular meeting
on Tuesday, November 23, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. to be held in the Cultural Center located
at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530.
MELISSA MELENDEZ, MAYOR
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
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DANA C. PORCHE, OFFICE SPECIALIST
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE