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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
AND
CITY COUNCIL AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2012
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Tisdale reconvened the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Tisdale
Mayor Pro Tern Hickman
Council Member Magee
Council Member Melendez
Council Member Weber
ABSENT: None
Also present: Interim City Manager Kilroy, City Attorney Leibold, City Clerk Bloom,
Director of Administrative Services Riley, Public Works Director Seumalo,
Police Chief Fontneau, Fire Captain Hopkins, and Acting Community Development
Director Morelion.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Angelo Melendez led the pledge of allegiance.
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
(1a) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT (Gov't Code §54957): City Manager
(1 b) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8)
Property: APN 371 - 270 -005
City Negotiator: Interim City Manager Kilroy
Negotiating parties: City of Lake Elsinore and McMillin Summerly, LLC
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
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(1c) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8)
Property: APN 377 - 231 -028
City Negotiator: Interim City Manager Kilroy
Negotiating parties: City of Lake Elsinore and Muniz
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
(1d) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8)
Property: APN 377 - 231 -040
City Negotiator: Interim City Manager
Negotiating parties: City of Lake Elsinore and Mollamohseni
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
CITY COUNCIL AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY CLOSED SESSION
(SA1) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Gov't Code §54956.9:
1 potential case
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Leibold announced that the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss
Council Agenda Item Nos. 1a through 1d, and Successor Agency Agenda Item SA1;
she announced that there was no reportable action taken on any item.
PRESENTATIONS / CEREMONIALS
• Proclamation declaring April 14, 2012 as Arbor Day
• Presentation by the Lake Elsinore Rotary Club
• Trophy presentation to the Elsinore High School Boys Basketball Team
2011/2012 Sun Belt Champions
• Presentation by the Lake Elsinore Historical Society in recognition of the City of
Lake Elsinore's 1241h Birthday
Mayor Tisdale presented a proclamation to Claudia Davis of the City's Lake, Parks and
Recreation Department, recognizing April 14, 2012 as Arbor Day.
Warren Stevenson of the Lake Elsinore Rotary Club provided a PowerPoint
Presentation reviewing the Rotary Club's goals and achievements.
Mayor Pro Tern Hickman presented a trophy to the Elsinore High School Boy's
Basketball Team for their recent accomplishments of winning the 2011/2012 Sun Belt
Championship.
Ruth Atkins of the Lake Elsinore Historical Society provided a PowerPoint Presentation
reviewing the City's history and marking the City's 124" Birthday.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS — NON - AGENDIZED ITEMS —1 MINUTE
Donna Franson, President of the Lake Elsinore Citizen's Committee advised of the next
Citizen's Committee meeting would be held on Thursday, April 13th at 7:00 p.m. at the
Tuscany Hills Recreation room, where a forum of the State Assembly candidates will be
held.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — AGENDIZED ITEMS — 3 MINUTES
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
(2) Approval of Minutes
Recommendation: It is recommended the City Council approve the Minutes of:
A) Regular City Council and Successor Agency meeting of March 27, 2012
(3) Warrant List dated March 29, 2012
Recommendation: Receive and File Warrant List dated March 29, 2012.
(4) Agreement for Professional Design Services to GHD for the Elm Street
Improvements and Diamond Circle Street Rehabilitation Project Number 4385
and 4381
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council A) Award the Design
for the Elm Street Improvements and Diamond Circle Rehabilitation to GHD, in
the Not -to- Exceed Fee of $89,889; and B) Authorize the Interim City Manager to
execute the contract with GHD.
It was moved by Council Member Melendez and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hickman
to approve the Consent Agenda; the motion passed unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
(5) Public Hearing for Consideration of Obiections to the City's Weed Abatement
Program
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council open the Public
Hearing and consider objections to the City's weed abatement program.
Mayor Tisdale opened the Public Hearing at 7:58 p.m.
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Director Seumalo stated that the Public Hearing was scheduled to allow the public the
opportunity to object to the City's Weed Abatement Program. No public comments were
received. There being no objections, Mayor Tisdale closed the Public Hearing at 7:59
p.m.
(6) Public Hearing Abandonment of Property Acquired for Purposes of a Public Park
(APN: 371 - 270 -005)• Park Implementation Agreement
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
A) Conduct a public hearing as noticed and overrule any objections to the
abandonment of the 4.8 acre site, if there are any, and order the transfer
of the site pursuant to the terms of the Park Implementation Agreement;
and
B) Approve the form of the Park Implementation Agreement and authorize
the Mayor to execute such agreement, subject to any minor modifications
as may be approved by the City Attorney; and
C) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign, acknowledge, and deliver a
deed to the 4.8 acre site as required pursuant to Government Code
section 38509 and such other ancillary documents as may be necessary
to implement the Park Implementation Agreement.
Mayor Tisdale opened the Public Hearing at 8:00 p.m. City Attorney Leibold provided a
review of the item to Council.
Council Member Melendez asked when the first phase would be completed. Mr. Mitchell
of McMillin Summerly stated that he anticipates the first phase to be completed within
three years and the second phase within five years. Mayor Tisdale closed the Public
Hearing at 8:03 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Hickman pointed out that the Lake Elsinore Unified School District and
McMillin Summerly are evaluating the possibility of combining the 4.8 acre site with the
adjacent parcel to provide an expanded school site.
City Attorney Leibold stated under the City's Park Fee Ordinance there is a fee for each
building permit issued for every residential unit that is released. She stated in exchange
for the fee the developer provides park improvements and that McMillin Summerly have
dedicated the park land and have been improving the site. She indicated the developer
will receive an in -lieu park credit.
It was moved by Council Member Weber and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Hickman to
approve the Park Implementation Agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute such
agreement; authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign, acknowledge, and deliver a
deed to the 4.8 acre site as required pursuant to Government Code section 38509 and
such other ancillary documents as may be necessary to implement the Park
Implementation Agreement; the motion passed unanimously.
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Meeting of April 10, 2012
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(7) Public Hearing on Amendment to the City of Lake Elsinore Municipal Code,
Title 17 — Zoning Amending Chapter 17.08 — Definitions, and Adding Chapter
17.86 — RMU Residential Mixed -Use District and Chapter 17.134 — CMU
Commercial Mixed -Use District
Recommendation: The Planning Commission recommends that the City Council
waive further reading and introduce by title only Ordinance No. 2012 -1300 AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 17 — ZONING, CHAPTER
17.08 — DEFINITIONS, AND ADDING CHAPTER 17.86 — RMU RESIDENTIAL
MIXED -USE DISTRICT AND CHAPTER 17.134 — CMU COMMERICAL MIXED -
USE DISTRICT
Mayor Tisdale opened the Public Hearing at 8:05 p.m. Acting Community Development
Director Morelion provided an overview of the item to the Council. No public comments
were received. Mayor Tisdale closed the Public Hearing at 8:07 p.m.
Council Member Melendez asked for clarification as to why Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) was required for bars, pubs, cocktail lounges and hookah bars. Director Morelion
stated that the Planning Commission debated on allowing the uses at all, as they were
concerned with the compatibility. Council Member Melendez stated she wasn't sure as
to why the Commission was concentrating so much on specific uses of the code and
that when she looked at the uses that are allowed, it seems that the uses in the
Residential — Mixed Use zone are limited. Planning Consultant Donahoe explained that
when there are mixed uses, protection of the residents who live in the area is the
priority.
Mayor Pro Tern Hickman asked if anyone is interested in building Commercial in that
area. Planning Consultant Donahoe indicated that there is an interested party for the
Downtown area. She stated that it is staff's goal to make Downtown vibrant, and support
the City's Housing Element.
It was moved by Council Member Weber and seconded by Council Member Magee to
waive further reading and introduce by title only Ordinance No. 2012 -1300, amending
the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, Title 17 — Zoning, amending Chapter 17.08 —
Definitions, and the adding Chapter 17.86 — RMU Residential Mixed — Use District and
Chapter 17.134 — CMU Commercial Mixed -Use District; the motion passed 4 to 1 with
Council Member Melendez abstaining.
(8) Public Hearing on Pre - Annexation Zone Change No. 2012 -01 Changing the
Approximately 320 Acres of Land within the City's Sphere of Influence Generally
Located Southwest of State Route 74 (Central Avenue) West of Waterford
Street, and Northeast of Dexter Avenue and Interstate 15 into the Corporate
Boundaries of the City of Lake Elsinore
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Recommendation: The Planning Commission recommends that the City Council
waive further reading and introduce by title only Ordinance No. 2012 -1301 AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
PRE - ANNEXATION ZONE CHANGE NO. 2012 -01 CHANGING THE OFFICAL
ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, SUBJECT TO THE
COMPLETION OF ANNEXATION NO. 81
Mayor Tisdale opened the Public Hearing at 8:19 p.m. Planning Consultant MacHott
presented the Planning Commission's recommendation to Council.
Mary Venerable and Gary Washburn spoke in favor of the ordinance. Mike Mathews
spoke of his concerns; he stated trust and honesty are key elements and requested
staff to continue communications and provide an accurate accounting of both the good
and bad of the annexation. Joe Rhodes, resident within the proposed project area
expressed his concerns with the zoning of R -1 and would rather see Medium Density.
Everett Manfredi asked to keep the findings of the General Plan which was adopted in
2011, for the 11.5 acres to be Medium High Residential. Mayor Tisdale closed the
Public Hearing at 8:37 p.m.
Council Member Magee stated that this annexation is long overdue. He stated that
Ms. Venerable's comments were correct and that the City should respect the property
owner's rights to continue their rural life style. He stated, with regards to Cambern and
Third Street, he understands the concerns that were raised but feels there should be
some sort of transition; although he can't support High Density Residential. He stated
that he could support moving forward with the annexation with the one amendment to
Medium Density Residential.
Council Member Melendez stated that she was surprised to see that the zoning
changed. She stated she would have preferred that the zoning remained the way it was
back in December 2011, and would concur with Council Member Magee's suggestion of
Medium Density rather than R -1. She noted that the staff report refers to a conversation
with a property owner Debbie Clark, and asked what the conversation was regarding.
Planning Consultant MacHott stated that Ms. Clark was concerned with the proposed
commercial area, which is across from her land. Mayor Pro Tern Hickman concurred
with changing the R -1 along Cambern to R -2.
It was moved by Council Member Magee and seconded by Council Member Melendez
to waive further reading and introduce by title only Ordinance No. 2012 -1301 adopting
Pre - Annexation Zone Change No. 2012 -01, with the modification to include that the
property at Cambern and Third Street be changed to R -2 Medium Density Residential;
the motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
APPEAL(S)
None.
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BUSINESS ITEM(S)
(9) Second Reading — Ordinance No. 2012 -1298 An Ordinance of the City of
Lake Elsinore California, Actinq as the Legislative Body of City of Lake Elsinore
Community Facilities District No. 2006 -5 (Parks Open Space and Storm Drain
Maintenance) Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax within Annexation Area
No. 4 (La Laguna) Annexed to Said District
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council waive further reading
and adopt by roll -call vote Ordinance No. 2012 -1298 by title only.
City Clerk Bloom presented the report to Council for conducting the second reading and
adoption of Ordinance No. 2012 -1298.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hickman and seconded by Council Member Weber to
waive further reading and adopt by roll call vote Ordinance No. 2012 -1298 An
Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, acting as the
legislative body of City of Lake Elsinore Community Facilities District No. 2006 -5 (Parks,
Open Space and Storm Drain Maintenance) authorizing the levy of a special tax within
Annexation Area No. 4 (La Laguna) annexed to said district; the motion passed 4 -1 by a
roll -call vote with Council Member Melendez opposing.
(10) Second Reading — Ordinance No. 2012 -1299 An Ordinance of the City of
Lake Elsinore, California, Acting as the Legislative Body of City of Lake Elsinore
Community Facilities District No. 2007 -1 (Law Enforcement, Fire and Paramedic
Services) Authorizing the Levv of a Special Tax within Annexation Area No. 3 (La
Laguna) Annexed to Said District
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council waive further reading
and adopt by roll -call vote Ordinance No. 2012 -1299 by title only.
City Clerk Bloom presented the report to Council for conducting the second reading and
adoption of Ordinance No. 2012 -1299.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Hickman and seconded by Council Member Weber to
waive further reading and adopt by roll -call vote Ordinance No. 2012 -1299 An
Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, acting as the
legislative body of the City of Lake Elsinore Community Facilities District No. 2007 -1
(Law Enforcement, Fire and Paramedic Services) authorizing the levy of a special tax
within Annexation Area No. 3 (La Laguna) annexed to said district; the motion passed 4-
1 by a roll -call vote with Council Member Melendez opposing.
(11) Renaming and Rebranding of LERA Campground
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve renaming of
the LERA Campground and provide direction to City Staff on the selected name
or, alternatively, direct City Staff on a name selection process.
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Interim City Manager Kilroy provided an overview of the project to Council. He
suggested that Council form a committee composing of members from the Chamber of
Commerce, Historical Society and City staff to come up with additional input regarding
the renaming and rebranding of the LERA Campground and to bring back the item to
the City Council at the meeting of April 24, 2012.
It was moved by Mayor Tisdale and seconded by Council Member Melendez to form a
committee composed of a member from the Chamber of Commerce, Historical Society,
Acting Community Development Director and Interim City Manager, and to have the
item returned to Council for discussion at the April 24, 2012 City Council meeting; the
motion passed unanimously.
(12) Ordinance Adding Chapter 5.34 to the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code .Concerning
Unattended Donation Boxes
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council waive further reading
and introduce by title only Ordinance No. 2012 -1302 AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 5.34 TO THE
LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO UNATTENDED
DONATION BOXES
Director Morelion gave an overview of the project to Council.
Council Member Melendez asked what would happen if someone placed a container on
someone else's property without a permit and there was no contact name or number on
the outside of the container. Director Morelion stated if the container was on city
property it would be confiscated; if it was on private property, then a warrant would be
required and code enforcement measures would be followed. Council Member
Melendez asked about the costs, and would have preferred to see it documented in the
report.
Council Member Weber asked for information relating to fines and confiscated
containers. City Attorney Leibold stated that staff could add a provision that states any
unpermitted container would be a violation of the code and if adopted they would be
subjected to Code Enforcements measures.
Council Member Magee stated that the goal for these containers is to help the
community, and would prefer not to see that permit fees be applied as long as the
owners of the container can prove that they are a non - profit organization.
Mayor Tisdale agreed and stated that the staff should not hesitate to remove the
unpermitted containers and that the City should implement guidelines of how long the
City can keep the confiscated containers. Council Member Magee pointed out that the
Sherriff's Department has an area where they store confiscated materials and release it
through auction after an extended period of time.
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It was moved by Council Member Magee and seconded by Council Member Melendez
to continue this item to the April 24, 2012 regular City Council meeting so that staff may
add additional provisions to the proposed Ordinance and bring back a fee Resolution
with the proposed Ordinance; the motion passed unanimously.
(13) Annual Financial Reports for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30 2011
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file these
reports.
Director Riley provided an overview of the project to Council.
Council Member Melendez noted that this would be the seventh year that the City has
used White, Nelson, and Diehl Evans LLP and asked when their contract expires.
Director Riley stated that their contract expires after this audit; he offered that staff has
considered preparing a Request for Proposals (RFP) or extending the contract for
another year, but that would be a City Council decision. Council Member Melendez
suggested that Council select two areas each year for a separate audit.
Mayor Tisdale noted that the item before Council is to receive and file.
(14) Mid -Year Status Report on the Fiscal Year 29011 -12 Budget
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Fiscal
Year 2011 -12 mid -year budget adjustments.
Director Riley provided an overview the mid -year budget report to Council.
Council Member Weber noted the revenue and expenditures of the budget and stated
that staff did a good job on the report.
Council Member Melendez reminded of the need for improvements to the audio system
at the Cultural Center. IT Supervisor Soto stated that staff is currently working on
upgrading the sound system.
Mayor Pro Tern Hickman asked if the salary adjustments for the various staff
promotions included the 5% increase for Interim City Manager Kilroy? City Attorney
Leibold and Director Riley confirmed that Interim City Manager Kilroy is included in
those adjustments although he is not listed on the page of adjustments.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hickman and seconded by Council Member Melendez
to approve the Fiscal Year 2011 -2012 mid year budget adjustments; the motion passed
unanimously.
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(15) Building Division Professional Services Agreement
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council authorize the Interim
City Manager to enter into the attached professional services contract with
Dave Ferguson for a term ending on June 30, 2012 subject to minor
modifications as may be approved by the City Attorney.
Director Morelion provided an overview of the request to Council.
Council Member Melendez asked if the consultant would be working five days a week.
Director Morelion stated that the consultant would be working up to five days a week, as
needed.
Mayor Pro Tern Hickman asked if Mr. Ferguson worked for the City in the past. Director
Morelion stated that Mr. Ferguson retired from the City in 2010.
It was moved by Council Member Weber and seconded by Council Member Melendez
to authorize the Interim City Manager to enter into the professional services contract
with Dave Ferguson for a term ending on June 30, 2012, subject to minor modification
as may be approved by the City Attorney; the motion passed unanimously.
(16) City Manager Recruitment
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council appropriate sufficient
funds and authorize the Interim City Manager to execute a retainer agreement for
professional services with the selected search firm for the recruitment of the City
Manager in such form as approved by the City Attorney and in an amount
consistent with the selected proposal.
City Attorney Leibold requested that the Council consider continuing this item to the
April 24, 2012 City Council meeting in order to allow more time to receive and review
proposals from the various recruitment firms.
Harvey Ryan requested the Council to carefully consider the salary of the City
Manager's position. He stated that he recently saw a salary survey comparing
surrounding cities in the area, and most of the City Managers made approximately
$200,000 annually.
It was moved by Council Member Melendez and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Hickman
to continue this item to the meeting of April 24, 2012; the motion passed unanimously.
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SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
CONSENT CALENDAR
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(SA2) Adoption by the Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of
Lake Elsinore of the First Amended Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule
(ROPS) Dated April 10 2012 Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section
34177(L)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council acting as the
Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Lake Elsinore
adopt the First Amended Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS)
dated April 10, 2012 and authorize the Interim City Manager, or his designee, to
take all necessary actions with respect thereto on behalf of the Successor
Agency.
Director Riley provided a review of the item. It was moved by Council Member
Melendez and seconded by Council Member Weber to adopt the First Amended
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) dated April 10, 2012 and authorize
the Interim City Manager, or his designee, to take all necessary actions with respect
thereto on behalf of the Successor Agency; the motion passed unanimously.
(SA3) Adoption by the Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of
Lake Elsinore of an Administrative Budget Through June 30, 2012 Pursuant to
Health and Safety Code Section 34177(J)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council acting as the
Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Lake Elsinore
adopt the Administrative Budget dated April 10, 2012 and authorize the Interim
City Manager, or his designee, to take all necessary actions with respect thereto
on behalf of the Successor Agency.
Director Riley presented a review of the item. It was moved by Council Member
Melendez and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Hickman to adopt the Administrative
Budget dated April 10, 2012 and authorize the Interim City Manager, or his Designee, to
take all necessary actions with respect thereto on behalf of the Successor Agency; the
motion passed unanimously.
CONCLUSION
There being no further business to come before the Successor Agency, Mayor Tisdale
returned to the balance of the City Council Agenda at 9:14 p.m.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON- AGENDIZED ITEMS — 3 MINUTES
None
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
Interim City Manager Kilroy thanked Ruth Atkins and Cathy Barrozo for their
presentation regarding the City's history and recognizing the City's 124th Birthday. He
made the following announcements:
• Blood Drive & Marrow Screening
Wednesday, April 11 from 1:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District
• Frontier Days
Thursday, April 12 — Sunday, April 15 from 4:00 p.m. — 10:00 p.m.
Rosetta Canyon Park
• Coffee Talk with Councilwoman Melendez
Wednesday, April 18 from 9:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
Flour Fusion Bakery
• EWDC Luncheon
Thursday, April 19 from 11:30 a.m. — 1:30 p.m.
Diamond Club @ Diamond Stadium
• 11th Annual Unity in the Community 5K & 10K Run with Children's Fun Run
Saturday, April 21 from 6:30 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
Diamond Stadium Parking Lot B
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Council Member Magee commented on the following:
• He thanked Ruth Atkins and Cathy Barrozo for the presentation of the City's history.
• He encouraged the community to participate in the City's Frontier Day's at Rosetta
Canyon Park.
Council Member Weber commented on the following:
• He advised the public that staff and Council are searching for firms to conduct the
recruitment of the City Manager's position.
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He spoke of the upcoming opening of the City's new boat launch and looks forward
to that event.
Mayor Pro Tern Hickman commented on the following:
• He announced that the City is accepting applications for appointment to the Planning
Commission.
• He advised the public that construction will start on April 16th at the intersections of
Sumner and Heald.
• He stated that there will be a Study Session held on April 18th at 6:00 p.m at the
Cultural Center to discuss the underground ordinance.
• He reminded the public of the Unity in the Community Race on Saturday, April 21St
Council Member Melendez commented on the following:
• She spoke of the recent loss of a military officer from Lake Elsinore who lost his life
while serving in Afghanistan.
Mayor Tisdale commented on the following:
• He thanked staff for all their hard work.
• He invited the public to enjoy a piece of the City's birthday cake and coffee.
ADJOURNMENT
Council Member Melendez adjourned the meeting in memory of Corporal Michael
Palacio who lost his life on April 4, 2012 while serving in Afghanistan.
Mayor Tisdale adjourned the meeting at 9:19 p.m. to a regular meeting to be held on
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 in the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake
Elsinore, CA.
Brian js e, Mayor
City of Lake Elsinore
Virginia J. loo , C , City Clerk
City of Lak Elsi o' r