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MINUTES
ADJOURNED REGULAR CITY COUNCIL /"
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING /
JOINT WITH PLANNING COMMISSION'
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 S. MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA "
TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 1993
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CALL TO ORDER
The City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem
Dominguez at 2:06 p.m.
The Redevelopment Agency Meeting °was called to order by Chairman'
Winkler at,2:06 p.m.
The Planning Commission Meeting was called to order by Chairwoman
Brinley at 2:06 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:' 'COUNCILMEMBERS /BOARDMEMBERS: CHERVENY, DOMINGUEZ,
WINKLER
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS /BOARDMEMBERS: ALONGI, WASHBURN
(Mayor Washburn arrived at 2:30 p.m. &.Councilman
Alongi arrived at 2:58 'p.m.)
PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS: BULLARD, WILSEY, BRINLEY
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: METZE,.'NEFF
(Commissioner Neff arrived at 2:14 p.m.)
Also present were: City Manager /Executive Director Molendyk,'City
Attorney /Legal Counsel Harper; Community Development Manager.Shear, .
City Planner Leslie, Community Services. Director Sapp,-Community
Services Manager Best, Engineering Manager O'Donnell, Public Works
Manager Shear, City Treasurer Pape and City Clerk /Clerk of the
Board Kasad. -
BUSINESS /DISCUSSION' ITEM
Municipal Stadium.
City Manager /Executive Director Molendyk explained thatthe intent
of this meeting is to bring. the City _Council /Redevelopment
Agency /Planning Commission, up to date on progress thus far. He
noted that in addition to housing-a Minor League Baseball Team, the
Stadium is intended to be utilized for, C.I.F. games, performing
arts, trade shows, rodeos, etc. He stressed the efforts to provide
a facility with the flexibility of other major. stadium facilities.
He noted the intent to _develop a sports related commercial complex:
in the vicinity'of the Stadium facility.
Mayor /Boardmember Washburn arrived at 2:10 p.m.
City Manager/ Executive Director Molendyk further explained the
proposed sports related complex. He also explained that minor
league baseball is the latest sports trend. He advised that
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negotiations are under way for a team and that team would be the
primary tenant with approximately 68 home, games per season. He
noted the original location proposed for this vicinity and
explained that it had been shifted to a new location due to the
elevation of the original site. He detailed the new location and
the proposed site configuration. He indicated that the current
intent would be to return to Council with a:final plan at a special
meeting on July 20th. He stressed the need to begin construction
in July of this year to complete the facility for the next season,
which begins *p61ADi7il, 1994. He further stressed the efforts to
construct a first class, high quality facility, which will be the
most functional minor league stadium to date.
Commissioner Neff arrived at 2:14 p.m.
City Manager /Executive Director Molendyk noted for the record that
David Murdock, developer of Murdock /Alberhill Ranch had offered the
Stadium project a substantially reduced rate on brick for the
project. , He stressed their .willingness to- .participate in a
Community project and commended their efforts.
Dan Young, President, Young Investment Group, commented that this
project would be ready to come back before the Council on July 20th
for final approvals to proceed and necessary public financing
action. He noted that the only formal action requested from this
meeting would be consideration of an amendment to the design
contract of $200,000 to, allow for additional work required to
address the site change. He advised. that the working drawings are
presently 80 to 90% complete. He noted some slight variations in
the overall Eastlake Plan which assisted in obtaining approval to
proceed above 12601.without a 404 permit. He clarified that the
site had been moved, because one -half of it was below the 1260'
elevation, and it was more,timely to move the site, than - pursue a
404 permit. He pointed out the new site and noted that it was
actually a better site. in that it was further from existing
residential properties and it was closer to an existing major
arterial highway.. He noted that the limitation below 1260f was one
that would be reconsidered by the Corps of. Engineers, when the Lake
Management Project is complete.
Brian Meyers, Project Manager, Young Investment Group, presented
slides regarding design and feasibility of the proposed stadium. He
noted that the model is currently 75% complete. He explained Minor
League Baseball in general and its success in Southern California.
He further explained the cost variable for a family of four to
attend a Major League Game at approximately $100 versus the Minor
League Game which would cost less than $50. He detailed the
architects, designers and other consultants involved in the
planning of this project. He detailed the banquet facilities,
parking facilities and the construction schedule for the project.
Mr. Young noted that the Stadium as shown in the exhibits will be
at its permanent location, however, the overflow parking will
ultimately be moved,,after the final Corps.adjustments have been
made. He stressed that there will not be.extensive improvements on
the temporary overflow parking lot.
Councilwoman /Boardmember' Cherveny inquired whether this lot would
remain dirt. Mr. Young indicated that there will.very likely be
asphalt on this lot.
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Mr. Young noted direction from the City Manager that this stadium
be a truly multi -use facility, 'and emphasized the configuration of
the Clubhouse:
City Manager/ Executive Director Molendyk further emphasized the
flexibility of this facility. He noted that consultation has been
done with the builders of-most of the stadiums in the Country. He
further noted that a Class 'A team requires 6,_000 seats proposed,
however, allowances have been made for further expansion to a total
of 8,000 seats. He indicated that special attention has been given
to ease in parking, adequate public address system and space for
larger events.
Commissioner Wilsey inquired whether the parking lots would have
landscaped medians and planters, suggesting that they not be -
included to allow flexibility for R.V: and Boat Shows.
Councilman /Boardmember Alongi arrived at 2:58 p.m.
Mr. Young indicated that there are'no planters or medians intended
for the parking lot, in an effort to allow flexibility as suggested
by the Commissioner. He noted critical landscape areas along the
arterial roads. He noted the offer of Mr. Murdock, which will
allow for a very classic brick design. He stressed the importance
of the community acknowledging this contribution.
Councilwoman /Boardmember Cherveny questioned the amount of parking
in each lot. Mr. Meyers indicated that the design was for 800
spaces adjacent to the Stadium and 1,500 across the-street. He
explained the pedestrian crossing and noted the need for additional
consideration to assure safety. Mrs. Cherveny inquired whether
there was the potential for a pedestrian overcrossing. Mr. Meyers
indicated that was, not the intent at this time, because of the
cost:.
Mr. Young noted the packet of information provided and business
plan included.
Mr. Meyers moved to the Stadium 'model and explained 'the
configuration and responded to questions from those present.
Mr. Young presented the business plan for the Stadium. He
stressed the amount'of publicity and notoriety that,a`facility of
this type will create. He further stressed the trend toward
affordable family, oriented recreation and the ability of Minor
League Baseball to address it. He noted, that cost of a facility of
this type and explained the overall benefit to the Community. He
also noted the level of economic development that a facility of
this type will draw to the community. He stressed the need for. an _
aggressive facility manager to market this facility for events
other than the Minor League games. - I
Mr. Meyers presented slides representing the elements of _the
Business plan for the Stadium. He detailed the proposed
organizational chart and the recommended positions to manage this''
facility. He noted that there would be-an anticipated 155 event
days' per year with approximately 178 events. He noted the
potential first year and stabilised 7th year event statistics. He
detailed the number of jobs and the revenues that would be
anticipated from this facility.- He noted benefits to the Community
including family entertainment, public facility, new advertising'
medium and improved community image.
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Mr. Young noted that the next step would be either July 19th or,
120th, when the Council considers final action on .a definitive
project budget to allow construction to begin, and anticipated
breaking ground in late July or the first week in August. He
indicated that the E.I.R. has already been certified and only a
small amount of additional material will be needed. He further
indicated that they are.pursuing all necessary State permits and
intend to present construction contracts for grading,
infrastructure and the. Stadium at the next consideration. He,
requested an update on the team negotiations from the City
Attorney.
City Attorney Harper /Legal Counsel indicated that he is continuing
negotiations with the League. He anticipated that a team.would be
signed in the next 2 to 3 weeks. He indicated that based on the
current interest in finding acceptable facilities for next season,
there is literally no chance that the City would not have a team
for the Stadium.
Mr. Young indicated that efforts are proceeding to .bring a
facilities, management contract which will create private sector-
opportunities. He reminded the Council that the only necessary
action today is the contract amendment to allow for additional work
associated with the site change.
Councilwoman /Boardmember Cherveny inquired whether this would need
to be City or Redevelopment Agency Action. City: Attorney/Legal._
Counsel Harper indicated that the original contract was with the
Redevelopment Agency and this action should be as well. Mrs.
Cherveny inquired whether adequate funds, were available. City.
Manager / Executive Director Molendyk indicated, that.based on- the
latest State budget figures there would be funds available.: He
further indicated that there would be a potential for recouping
these funds when the bonds are sold. City Attorney /Legal Counsel.
Harper concurred that these funds could come back through the bond
sale...
MOVED BY CHERVENY, SECONDER BY WASHBURN AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4
TO 0 WITH ALONGI ABSTAINING TO APPROVE THE CONTRACT AMENDMENT AS
PRESENTED IN THE AMOUNT OF.$200,000.
Mayor Pro Tem /Vice Chairman Dominguez commended Mr. Murdock for his
contribution to this project. He stressed the importance of
community participation.
City Attorney /Legal Counsel Harper commended the Lehr family for
their cooperation with.the City to;make changes on this project.
He stressed the importance of their input and assistance.
Councilwoman / Boardmember Cherveny. suggested that the new street
included in the plans be named "Stadium Way ". I
Councilman /Boardmember Alongi requested an update as to why the
location had been changed, noting his late arrival. Councilman
Winkler explained that the Army Corps of. Engineers provided a
letter allowing construction on property 1260' at. this time,
without a 404 permit. City Attorney /Legal Counsel Harper
clarified that this would mean that at the current location no 404
permit would be required for the Stadium.
Councilman /Boardmember Alongi inquired whether the Stadium had now
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moved completely out of the Eastlake Project and if not what phase
it would be in. Mr. Young indicated that it would still be in
Phase one of Eastlake.
Councilman Winkler acknowledged the cooperation and participation
of the Lehr Family and Mr. David Murdock.
MOVED BY CHERVENY, SECONDED BY DOMINGUEZ AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS
VOTE TO ADJOURN THIS MEETING AT 3:55 P.M.
GARY M. WASHBURN, MAYOR
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
JIM WINKLER, CHAIRMAN
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PAMELA A. BRINLEY, CHAIRWOMAN
PLANNING COMMISSION
ATTEST:
VICKI KASAD, CITY CLERK /CLERK OF THE BOARD
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE /REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
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