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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-13-2011 City Council MinutesMINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA t TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011 . CALL TO ORDER Mayor Tisdale called the City Council Meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Mayor Tisdale Mayor Pro Tern Magee Council Member Hickman Council Member Melendez Council Member Weber ABSENT: None Also present: City Manager Brady, City Attorney Leibold, and City Clerk Bloom. CLOSED SESSION (1a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (a) of Gov't Code § 54956.9) City of Lake Elsinore v. Cal Investments, Inc. (Riverside Superior Court Case No. RIC 1106709) (1 b) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8) Property: APN 371-270-005 City Negotiator: City Manager Brady Negotiating parties: City of Lake Elsinore and McMillin Summerly, LLC Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment City Attorney Leibold announced that the City Council would be meeting in Closed Session to discuss Items 1(a) through 1(b). The City Council recessed and convened to the Redevelopment Agency at 5:01 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 5:01 p.m. and adjourned to Closed Session at 5:02 p.m. Closed Session adjourned at 6:15 p.m. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 2 of 16 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Tisdale reconvened the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Mayor Tisdale Mayor Pro Tern Magee Council Member Hickman Council Member Melendez Council Member Weber ABSENT: None . Also present: City Manager Brady, City Attorney Leibold, Director of Administrative Services Riley, Public Works Director Seumalo, Director of Lake, Parks and Recreation Kilroy, Police Chief Fontneau, Fire Chief Lawson, Planning Manager Morelion, Redevelopment Analyst Carlson and City Clerk Bloom. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Fire Chief Lawson led the pledge of allegiance. CLOSED SESSION REPORT City Attorney Leibold announced that the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss Agenda Item Nos. 1(a) and 1(b); no reportable action was taken on either item. PRESENTATIONS / CEREMONIALS Mayor Tisdale presented a Certificated of Recognition to Withrow Elementary and William Collier Elementary School in recognition of winning the National Blue Ribbon School Awards for 2010 and 2011. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS -1 MINUTE Jeanie Corral wished everyone Happy Holidays and thanked those who helped with organizing the Unity in the Community Parade. Barbara Anderson spoke of the upcoming Senior Community Concert which would be presented by the Senior Gospel Community Choir, held at the First Christian Church on December 18, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. 4 Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 3 of 16 PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS - 3 MINUTES None. CONSENT CALENDAR (2) Approval of Minutes f Recommendation: It is recommended the City Council approve the Minutes of: (a) Special and Regular City Council meetings of November 8, 2011. (3) Warrant List dated November 30, 2011 Recommendation: Authorize payment of Warrant List dated November 30, 2011. (4) Investment Report for October 2011 Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file. (5) Notice of Completion Chaney Street at Lakeshore Drive Video Detection Signal Replacement Project Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to accept the improvements into the City maintained system; direct staff to file the Notice of Completion with the County Recorder; and, release all retention monies 35 days after the filing of the Notice of Completion. (6) Amendment to City Clerk/Agency Secretary Employment Agreement Recommendation: It is recommended the City Council and Agency Board approve the First Amendment to Employment Agreement and authorize the Mayor and Chairwoman to execute the same. (7) Consideration of Participation in the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority's Workers' Compensation Self-Insurance Program Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following Resolutions to secure membership and loss coverage for workers' compensation coverage to be effective January 1, 2012, and authorize staff to complete applications and sign documents as required: Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 4 of 16 (a) Resolution No. 2011-065 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, TO AUTHORIZE AND APPROVE POOLING OF SELF-INSURANCE THROUGH THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION PROGRAM OF THE CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS INSURANCE AUTHORITY. (b) Resolution No. 2011-066 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING WORKERS' COMPENSATION COVERAGE FOR CERTAIN CITY VOLUNTEERS PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 3363.5 OF THE LABOR CODE. (c) Resolution No. 2011-067 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO THE DIRECTOR OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS, STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR A CERTIFICATE OF CONSENT TO SELF INSURE WORKERS' COMPENSATION LIABILITIES. (8) Adoption of Proposed Policy No. 400-13 (Social Media) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2011-068 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ADOPTING CITY COUNCIL POLICY NO. 400-13 RELATING TO A SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY. (9) Termination of the Proclamation of the City Council Suspending Burning Permits and Other Uses of Open Fire Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council should consider terminating the proclamation suspending the issuance of burn permits and other uses of open fire. (10) Lease Agreement for Building at 108 Library Avenue Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Lease Agreement, subject to minor modifications as approved by the City Attorney and authorized the City Manager to execute the document. (11) Public Meeting 2011-2012 Sobriety Checkpoint Mini-Grant Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the OTS Sobriety Checkpoint Funding Grant Number SC12215, in the amount of $61,300 for the 2011-2012 Sobriety Checkpoint Program. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 5 of 16 (12) Riverside County Mortgage Credit Certificate Program Participation t Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2011-069 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, PARTICIPATING WITH THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE MORTGAGE CREDIT CERTIFICATE (MCC) PROGRAM. (13) Residential Design Review No. 2009-02 and Tentative Parcel Map No 36193 (Modification) - A Request to Modify the Conditions of Approval Pertaining to Hours of Construction Operation for the Pottery Court Apartment Project Located at 295 West Sumner Avenue Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the requested changes to conditions relating to construction hours and activity for RDR No. 2009-02, and Tentative Parcel Map No. 36193 to read as follows: Provisions of the City's Noise Ordinance shall be satisfied at all times during site preparation and construction activity. Site preparation activity and construction shall not commence before 7:00 a.m. and shall cease at 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. Saturday construction activities shall not allow mass or rough grading, offsite land development, or large material deliveries. Construction activity shall not take place on Sunday, or any Legal Holidays. (14) Pump Rental Expenditure for Prop-40 Wetlands Enhancement Grant Project Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council authorize a purchase order in the amount not to exceed $22,840 for pump rental. (15) Mission Trail Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement with City of Wildomar Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement, subject to any minor modifications as may be approved by the City Attorney. Council Member Hickman pulled Consent Item No. 14 for discussion. Mayor Tisdale pulled Consent Item No. 6 for discussion. It was moved by Council Member Melendez and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Magee to approve the Consent Item Nos. 2 through 5, 7 through 13 and 15; motion passed unanimously. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 6 of 16 CONSENT ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION (6) Amendment to City Clerk/Agency Secretary Employment Agreement Recommendation: It is recommended the City Council and Agency Board approve the First Amendment to Employment Agreement and authorize the Mayor and Chairwoman to execute the same. Mayor Tisdale announced that the City Clerk has agreed to stay with the City of Lake Elsinore and therefore an Amendment to the City Clerk's contract is being presented for approval. Mayor Tisdale also thanked City Clerk Bloom for all her hard work. It was moved by Mayor Tisdale and seconded by Council Member Melendez to approve the First Amendment to Employment Agreement and authorize the Mayor and Chairwoman to execute the same; motion passed unanimously. (14) Pump Rental Expenditure for Prop-40 Wetlands Enhancement Grant Project Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council authorize a purchase order in the amount not to exceed $22,840 for pump rental. Council Member Hickman requested Director Kilroy to explain the pump rental for $22,840. Director Kilroy stated that the Lake Elsinore Water Shed Authority received a State Grant for Wetland's Enhancement Project and the City is acting as the lead agency. He stated the purpose of the Grant is to increase the aquatic vegetation to the existing wetlands. He stated in order for the vegetation to grow, it would be necessary to rent the pumps. Council Member Hickman asked if it would be necessary to pay the $22,840 every year? Director Kilroy stated this is a one-time cost. Council Member Hickman stated that he would like to see the City implement fish farming in order to make the area productive and create jobs. It was moved by Council Member Hickman and seconded by Council Member Weber to authorize a purchase order in the amount not to exceed $22,840 for a pump rental; motion passed unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING(S) (16) 2011 Comprehensive Update of the City of Lake Elsinore General Plan and Related documents Recommendation: The Planning Commission recommends that the City Council take the following actions: (a) Approve Resolution No. 2011-070 Resolution of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore certifying Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 7 of 16 Report for the General Plan Update, Housing Element Update, Downtown Master Plan and Annexation No. 81 (SCH No. 2005121019). (b) Approve Resolution No. 2011-071 Resolution of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, adopting the Comprehensive Update of the General Plan. (c) Approve Resolution No. 2011-072 Resolution of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, adopting the Housing Element Update for the period July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2014. (d) Introduce for first reading by title only Ordinance No. 2011-1295 Ordinance of the City of Lake Elsinore, California approving the Downtown Master Plan, key to Downtown Implementation Plan, and the Downtown Code. Mayor Tisdale opened the Public Hearing at 7:17 p.m Planning Manager Morelion provided an overview of the Draft General Plan Update to the City Council. He introduced Planning Contractors Carole Donahoe, Richard MacHott, Nelson Miller, and Shauna Callery, who assisted with the Draft General Plan. Planning Contractor MacHott advised the Council that the City received a letter from the Endangered Habitats League dated December 8, 2011, expressing its comments regarding the Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report. He stated that staff had determined that the Environment Impact Report adequately addressed those concerns and no additional changes were required. Council Member Hickman requested that the General Plan reflect the lower end of the conservation range of the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP), which is established for the City. Planning Contractor MacHott stated that there is no obligation for one jurisdiction to meet a specific target, other than the minimum. City Attorney Leibold concurred with Planning Contractor MacHott and stated that the actual conservation acreage achieved, in compliance with the MSCHP, will depend on when development occurs. Council Member Hickman reminded the Council of the prior promises by the County Supervisor, which were not followed. Mayor Pro Tern Magee concurred with Council Member Hickman, stating in 2004 the Riverside County Board of Supervisors and the Transportation Land Management Agency Officials tried to get the City to approve the MSHCP because the City was asked to be the donor of more habitat land than any other jurisdiction in western Riverside County. He stated that the City was made three promises; one, the acreage which the City would end up dedicating; two, that the City would have a quicker processing through the resource agencies and; three, we would maintain the land use economy. He stated eight years later, those three promises had not been kept. He stated at the very least, we should document our displeasure of the manner, which these promises were not carried out. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 8 of 16 Terry Thielen stated that he recommends City Council to approve the General-Plan Update. Sharon Gallina spoke of the proposed expansion of the mining in the area, and asked where they would be located. Fred Crowe presented a letter to the City Clerk which was entered into the record. Dave Garrison with Marinita Development Company stated Marinita Development Company developed a project within the City limits, which ended up having CEQA issues. He stated in order from that happening in the future, they would like to be placed in the Alberhill District. He stated staff suggested that they provide the necessary documentation for a new City Policy. He stated that the document read; these uses will provide the necessary needed residential land uses for the City's growing population needed local services. New commercial services should provide approximate shopping to local residential land uses eliminating long automobile trips from residential areas to commercial service areas. He also read into the record Goal 1.1.2 which states; the General Plan visions a balance of food services that offer unique and family oriented dining experiences as well as necessary drive-thru fast food businesses that meet the needs of the busy residents. He stated that both of these could be added as a City Policy as it relates to the General Plan. John Messina with the law firm of Kelly, Lytton & Williams spoke of a proposed project that would be located along the City's waterfront, which would include commercial and residential development. He requested that the current Draft General Plan be delayed in order to allow more time to consider adding more residential along the waterfront. Alex Chang, representing DIG Inc, requested additional time to review the General Plan in order for the developer to design a precise plan and submit later on next year. Gary Washburn advised the Council that he was speaking on behalf of the Wong Family who owns property along Riverside Drive and Collier Avenue. They are requesting special circumstances to allow C-2 uses on the corner of their parcel located on the south side of Riverside Drive at Collier Avenue. Tom Tomlinson representing Castle & Cooke expressed his gratitude for the work that was put into the General Plan Update and thanked City Manager Brady and Planning Contractor Carole Donahoe for their diligence. Mayor Tisdale closed the Public Hearing at 7:45 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Magee requested Director Seumalo to address the mining issues. Director Seumalo'stated that there was an article in the local newspaper that spoke of the mining expansion; however, the City has not received any applications for expansion to any mining in the area. He stated that open space remains the designated Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 9 of 16 end use under the reclamation plans for both mining areas (112 and the 90-1 drea). Reclamation Plan 90-1 is currently under review. Mayor Pro Tem Magee spoke of the comments made by Fred Crowe regarding the Cemetery and flood control improvements. He stated that he believes Supervisor Bob Buster has dedicated funds from Riverside County Flood Control District and have completed a design and currently working on the environmental issues. He addressed the comments made by Mr. Garrison. City Manager Brady indicated that the land use designation from Alberhill and Lakeview are identical. He stated that each designation could be modified the next time the General Plan is under review. Mayor Pro Tern addressed the comments made by Mr. Messina and stated that his request is not feasible at this time. He stated the letter that was issued by City Manager Brady on November 10, 2011, addressed to Mr. Lam provided adequate protections for the proposed project. He concurred with Mr. Tomlinson's comment to staff. He stated the completion of the General Plan took almost seven years, but the City now has a better document. Council Member Hickman asked if the residential design that Mr. Lam spoke of was proposed in a residential area. Planning Manager Morelion stated, currently the location of the plan is zoned for recreational. He stated there are a number of land uses that he could use for that area, except for residential. Council Member Hickman agreed that the General Plan is adequate and is glad that the plan came to fruition. Planning Contractor Donahoe advised the Council that the City has included a discussion of mineral resources, which could be located under Chapter four. She stated there is an existing extractive overlay designation in the City that has been placed on some portion of the land use plan. She stated that the extractive overlay states that we must allow some of the extractive uses, as well as the other uses that are adjacent to it and find a means to balance residential and commercial uses. She stated, as to the open space, staff took the calculation from all of the existing plans in the area and all of the land uses that are shown on the District Map for Alberhill. She stated it includes an area that is slated for preservation by the RCA on a portion of the Brighton Specific Plan. Council Member Melendez stated she does not have a problem having Mr. Garrison's request considered at the next General Plan review. She stated in all due fairness, those requesting a delay need to understand that the City must move forward. She addressed the concerns that Council Member Hickman spoke of regarding the MSHCP range and agreed. She suggested changing the conservation language to state "that the City's goal and policy would be to work toward the lower end of the range". Mayor Pro Tem Magee agreed. She addressed the Planning Commission's comments regarding the greenhouse gas emissions and stated that she agreed and recommends that Council "strike" that.section from the Climate Action Plan. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 10 of 16 Council Member Weber stated that it is nice to see the plan come to a completiorf. He stated that every square inch of the City is present and accounted for along with the vision of the City. Mayor Pro Tern Magee agreed with Council Members' Melendez and Hickman on their thought of working toward the lower end of the MSHCP range, and the City should get what they were promised from the County of Riverside. He addressed the request from the developers that requested a delay with the General Plan and recommended for them to submit an application, bring and address the technical issues such as traffic, parking and grading to staff who will then submit to City Council for an ultimate decision. Mayor Tisdale noted that those who wish to develop in the City must come before the Planning Commission and City Council, and be held accountable. It was moved by Council Member Melendez and seconded by Council Member Hickman to adopt Resolution No. 2011-070, certifying Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report for the General Plan Update, Housing Element Update, Downtown Master Plan and Annexation No.81 (SCH No. 2005121019) and delete Section 2.2 of the Climate Action Plan; motion passed unanimously. It was moved by Council Member Melendez and seconded by Council Member Hickman to adopt Resolution No. 2011-071, adopting the comprehensive Update of the General Plan with additional language in the City's policy to continue to participate in the MSHCP that the City shall work towards the lower end of the conservation range, as promised by the County during the adoption of the MSHCP; motion passed unanimously. It was moved by Council Member Melendez and seconded by Council Member Hickman to adopt Resolution No. 2011-072, adopting the Housing Element Update for the period of July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2014; motion passed unanimously. It was moved by Council Member Melendez and seconded by Council Member Hickman to introduce by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 2011-1295, approving the Downtown Master Plan, Key to Downtown Implementation Plan, and the Downtown Code; motion approved by unanimous roll-call vote. Mayor Tisdale called for a recess at 8:10 p.m. and reconvened at 8:16 p.m. APPEAL(S) None. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 11 of 16 BUSINESS ITEMS) t (17) 2012-2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Allocation Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for Fiscal Year 2012-2013; and approve submittal of the City's program to the County of Riverside. Redevelopment Analyst Carlson presented the staff report to the Council. He advised that the grant amounts of three applicants had been modified for H.O.P.E. in the amount of $24,990, Boys & Girls Club in the amount of $16,660 and Lakepoint Park in the amount of $77,150. Electra Demos of Assistance League explained to the Council the clothing services provided to local children. She announced that the cooperation agreement that the Assistance League has with the Lake Elsinore Target generated $38,000 in venue to the local economy and is certain to increase. She offered that they wish to expand their services to include High School students. Ron Hewison of H.O.P.E. spoke before the Council as to the 3300 meal services provided to the local residents. He announced that the Assistance League also donated $40,000 in clothing to H.O.P.E. and is a well deserved organization. He stated that he would be providing the Council with a progress report in January. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Magee, seconded by Council Member Hickman to adopt the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 as amended; and approved submittal of the City's program to the County of Riverside; motion passed unanimously. (18) An Ordinance of the City Council of the Citv of Lake Elsinore California Amending and Restating Chapter 14.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Regarding Stormwater/Urban Runoff Management and Discharge Controls Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council waive further reading and introduce by title only Ordinance No. 2011-1296 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING CHAPTER 14.08 OF THE LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING STORMWATER/URBAN RUNOFF MANAGEMENT AND DISCHARGE CONTROLS Director Seumalo provided an overview of the project to Council. Council Member Melendez asked why the staff report change from Public Works to Public Services throughout the document. Director Seumalo stated the document should read Public Works and not Public Services. Council Member Melendez asked if Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 12 of 16 five days is enough time for someone to file an appeal if they do not live in thetarea. Director Seumalo stated there is flexibility. Council Member Hickman asked staff what is being done about the City's street drains. Director Seumalo stated that the City has a clean-up program that is conducted annually. It was moved by Council Member Melendez and seconded by Council Member Hickman to introduce by title only, Ordinance No. 2011-1296 amending and restating Chapter 14.08 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code regarding Stormwater/Urban Runoff Management and Discharge Controls; motion passed unanimously by roll-call vote. (19) An Urgency Ordinance Authorizing an Amendment to CALPERS Contract to Provide CALIPERS Section 20475 (Different Level of Benefits) for Full-Time Employees Hired After July 1, 2011 Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: (a) Adopt by title only Urgency Ordinance No. 2011-1297-U AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE TO PROVIDE SECTION 20475 (DIFFERENT LEVEL OF BENEFITS) AND SECTION 21353 (2% @ 60 FULL FORMULA) AND SECTION 20037 (THREE-YEAR FINAL COMPENSATION) WITHOUT SECTIONS 21624, 21626, AND 21628 (POST-RETIREMENT SURVIVOR ALLOWANCE) FOR LOCAL MISCELLANEOUS MEMBERS ENTERING MEMBERSHIP FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THE MISCELLANEOUS CLASSIFICATION AFTER THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT (b) Authorize the Mayor to execute the Amendment to the Contract for Section 20475 (Different Level of Benefits). Section 21353 (2% @ 60 Full formula) and Section 20037 (Three-Year Final Compensation) without Sections 21624, 21626, and 21628 (Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance) applicable to local miscellaneous members entering membership for the first time in the miscellaneous classification after the effective date of this amendment to contract. (c) Direct the City Clerk, upon adoption of the Urgency Ordinance, approval of CALPERS Contract Amendment to forward to CALPERS a Certified copy of the Urgency Ordinance, and an original Amendment. Director Riley provided an overview of the project to Council. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 13 of 16 It was moved by Council Member Hickman and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mag!be to adopt by title only, Urgency Ordinance No. 2011-1297-U, approving an amendment to the contract between the Board of Administration of the Public Employees' Retirement System and the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore to provide Section 20475 (Different Level of Benefits) and section 21353 (2% @ 60 Full Formula) and Section 20037 (three-year final compensation ) without Sections 21624, 21626, and 21638 (Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance) for Local Miscellaneous Members entering membership for the first time in the miscellaneous classification after the effective date of this amendment to the contract.; motion passed unanimously by roll-call vote. It was moved by Council Member Melendez and seconded by Council Member Hickman to Authorize the Mayor to execute the Amendment to the Contract for Section 20475 (Different Level of Benefits). Section 21353 (2% @ 60 Full formula) and Section 20037 (Three-Year Final Compensation) without Sections 21624, 21626, and 21628 (Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance) applicable to local miscellaneous members entering membership for the first time in the miscellaneous classification after the effective date of this amendment to contract; and to Direct the City Clerk, upon adoption of the Urgency Ordinance, approval of CALPERS Contract Amendment to forward to CALPERS a Certified copy of the Urgency Ordinance, and an original Amendment; motion passed unanimously. The City Council recessed and convened to the Redevelopment Agency at 8:42 p.m. The City Council, Redevelopment Agency, and Public Financing Agency held a joint meeting for the last agenda items of the Annual Reorganization of each agency at 8:50 p.m. (20) Annual Reorganization of the City Council to Select the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council yield the chair to the City Clerk to open the nomination process for the office of Mayor, receive nominations, close the nominations and conduct a roll call vote; then the newly selected Mayor will assume the chair and open the nomination process for the office of Mayor Pro Tem, receive nominations, close the nominations and conduct a roll call vote. City Clerk Bloom read the staff report and procedural format to the Council, and opened the floor for nominations for Mayor. Mayor Pro Magee nominated Mayor Tisdale for Mayor; the nomination was seconded by Council Member Weber and passed by a unanimous vote. Mayor Tisdale opened the floor for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 14 of 16 Mayor Tisdale nominated Mayor Pro Tern Magee as Mayor Pro Tem for 2012; the t nomination was seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Magee. Motion failed upon a 2-3 vote. Council Member Weber nominated Council Member Hickman as Mayor Pro Tern for 2012; the nomination was seconded by Council Member Melendez and passed by a vote of 3-2. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 3 MINUTES Linda Davis addressed the Council regarding several issues of an apartment complex on Riley Street. Mayor Tisdale requested Ms. Davis to leave her contact information with the City Clerk. City Manager Brady advised the Mayor that he would follow up with the Police Chief and Code Enforcement on the matter. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS City Manager Brady made the following announcements: • He congratulated Mayor Tisdale and Mayor Pro Tern Hickman on their appointments. • He wished everyone Happy Holidays and thanked staff and Council for their hard work on the accomplishment of the new General Plan. • Assemblyman Kevin Jeffries Hosts a Spark of Love Toy Drive Wednesday, December 14th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Lake Elsinore Outlets • Lake Elsinore Outlets Presents: Super Holiday Sidewalk Sale Friday, December 16th from 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Lake Elsinore Outlets • Quest Alliance Church, Presents: Polar Express Friday, December 16th at 6:30 p.m. Quest Alliance Church Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 17th at 8:30 a.m. Fire Station #85, 29405 Grand Avenue • Gift Wrapping at the Lake Elsinore Outlets Saturday, December 17th from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 4 • Sidewalk Sale at the Lake Elsinore Outlets Saturday, December 24th from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 15 of 16 • Coffee Talk with Council Member Melendez Wednesday, January 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 Flour Fusion Bakery CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS 11 • She congratulated staff and the City Council on completing and adopting the General Plan and wished everyone Happy Holidays. COMMITTEE REPORTS None. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Mayor Pro Tern Hickman commented on the following: • He thanked staff for the excellent job working on the General Plan. • He wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Council Member Melendez commented on the followin • She spoke of the beautiful Christmas tree on Main Street and what a great job staff member Leo Solorzano did on purchasing the tree. • She announced that the gym at Lakeside High School was named after Jason Moscowitz who recently died in an automobile accident. • She wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukah. Council Member Weber commented on the following: • He congratulated Mayor Tisdale on his re-appointment as Mayor and Mayor Pro Tern Hickman. • He thanked staff for their help with implementing the General Plan. • He wished everyone Happy Holidays. Council Member Magee commented on the following: • He reminded the public why we celebrate Christmas and wished everyone Happy Holidays. Regular City Council Minutes Meeting of December 13, 2011 Page 16 of 16 Mayor Tisdale commented on the following: t • He thanked the Council for his reappointment as Mayor. • He stated he looks forward to the New Year and has noted the new projects that are coming forward. • He thanked staff for their contribution to the success of the City's Winterfest program. • He wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe New Year. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Tisdale adjourned the meeting at 9:07 p.m. to a regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 in the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA. Brian Tisdale, Mayor City of Lake Elsinore A' Virginia J. to m, Cii City of Lake inore