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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-11-2005-City Council Minutes MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2005 ****************************************************************** CALL TO ORDER The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Magee at 5 :00 p.m. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: BUCKLEY, HICKMAN, KELLEY, SCHIFFNER, MAGEE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager Best, City Attorney Leibold, Administrative Services Director Pressey, Community Development Director Brady, Community Services Director Sapp, Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy, Engineering Manager Seumalo, Information & Communications Manager Dennis, Parks & Recreation Manager Fazzio, Planning Manager Villa, Public Works Manager Payne, Recreation & Tourism Manager Fazzio, City Treasurer Weber and City Clerk/Human Resources Director Kasad. CLOSED SESSION a. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code S 54956.8) (F:40.1)(X:114.13) Property: Lake Elsinore Campground and Day Use Facility Negotiating Parties: City of Lake Elsinore and Destination Resorts, LLC, a California limited liability company. Page 1\vo - City Council Minutes - January 11,2005 - b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code S 54956.8) (F:40.1)(X:48.1) Property: A.P.N. 377-180-037 (Silver StreetlMinthorn Street) Negotiating Parties: City of Lake Elsinore and Redevelopment Agency of the City of Lake Elsinore Under Negotiation: Terms. c. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT (Government Code S 54957) Title: Interim City Manager. (F:46.1)(X:40.1) d. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT (Government Codes 54957) Title: City Manager. (F:46.1)(X:40.1) City Attorney Leibold announced the Closed Session discussion items as listed above. - THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION AT 5:01 P.M. The Closed Session discussion was completed at 6:45 p.m. RECONVENE IN PUBLIC SESSION Mayor Magee reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting in Public Session at 7:05 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by City Manager Watenpaugh. INVOCATION - MOMENT OF SILENT PRAYER Mayor Magee led the meeting in a moment of silent prayer. - Page Three - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: BUCKLEY, HICKMAN, KELLEY, SCHIFFNER, MAGEE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager Best, City Attorney Leibold, Administrative Services Director Pressey, Community Development Director Brady, Community Services Director Sapp, Fire Chief Gallegos, Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy, Police Chief Fetherolf, Engineering Manager Seumalo, Information & Communications Manager Dennis, Parks & Recreation Manager Fazzio, Planning Manager Villa, Public Works Manager Payne, Recreation & Tourism Manager Fazzio, City Treasurer Weber and City Clerk/Human Resources Director Kasad. PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIALS A. Presentation - Business of the Year. (F:56.1) Mayor Magee called Brian and Anna Cale forward for presentation. He detailed the history of Lewis Cleaners as a third generation dry cleaners, which opened in their current location in Lake Elsinore in 1989. He noted that their business had steadily increased and updated with all environmental friendly and computerized equipment. He presented them with the Business of the Year plaque for 2004 and thanked them for their support from the community. Mayor Mage also noted the perpetual plaque which would remain on display in City Hall. Mr. Cale thanked the City Council for this recognition and thanked the community for their support of the business. B. Presentation - Planning Commissioner Ryan. (F:60.2) Page Four - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 - Mayor Magee called Harvey Ryan forward and recognized his service on the Planning Commission since June, 2004. He explained that Mr. Ryan had been successful in his bid for a seat on the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District Board, which required him to resign from this position. He indicated that he was sad to see him go, as he brought a reasoned mind and was an advocate of good quality growth. He presented Mr. Ryan with a Certificate of Appreciation and a City paperweight. Mr. Ryan indicated that he enjoyed serving on the Commission and commented that this would not end his efforts for the City. He noted that he would also continue to work closely with the City in his capacity as a Water Board member. C. Presentation - Police Department Awards. (F:127.2)(X:56.1) Mayor Magee called the Police Department Award recipients forward for recognition. - Mayor Magee read and presented the Proclamation for Volunteer of the Year to Patti Bell. Ms. Bell commented that it was a pleasure to be a volunteer, as everyone was so generous and nice and like a family. Mayor Magee read and presented the Proclamation for Classified Employee of the Year to Elizabeth "Beth" DeCou. Ms. DeCou indicated that she loves the City and working with the people; and thanked the City Council for this honor. Mayor Magee read and presented the Proclamation for Deputy of the Year to John Leseberg. Mr. Leseberg thanked the City Council for this honor and noted that he loves his job. He indicated that he had seen the City grow for the last fourteen years and liked what he saw. He commented that Lake Elsinore was a wonderful place to be. Police Chief Fetherolf added that these were wonderful people to work with. - Page Five - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 D. Presentation - City Manager Watenpaugh & Assistant City Manager Best. (F:46.1 ) Mayor Magee commented that one advantage of being Mayor was the opportunity to ad lib a little bit. He called City Manager Watenpaugh and Assistant City Manager Best forward. He commented that the City was loosing two seasoned professionals, Mr. Watenpaugh to retirement and Ms. Best to a new job opportunity. He indicated that it was important to recognized their service and commitment to the community. Mayor Magee read and presented a proclamation to Assistant City Manager Best, and presented her with a key to the City. Ms. Best thanked the City Council and the City for the opportunity to serve and for this recognition. Mayor Magee read and presented a proclamation to City Manager Watenpaugh, and presented him with a key to the City. Mr. Watenpaugh thanked the community and indicated that the last 16-1/2 years have been a fun ride. He commented that the staff had been outstanding and wonderful; and noted that he had come to like a lot about Lake Elsinore. He indicated that Mr. Brady would do a good job at moving the City further down the road, and wished him well. He noted that the staff and councils had been wonderful and wished them all the best. E. Presentation - Date Festival Queen & Court. (F:140.1) Teri Neuenswander thanked the Council for having the Queen and her Court back again. She beseeched the County to provide financial support to the date festival. She noted that to date, there had been no support from the western portion of the County. She advised that next year there would be a reunion of royal court members and noted that many court members over the past 60 years had been from the Lake Elsinore area. She encouraged those members to contact the festival regarding that reunion. The Queen and her court introduced themselves and invited the public to the County Fair and Date Festival. Mayor Magee thanked them for their attendance. Page Six - City Council Minutes - January 11,2005 - F. Presentation - Chamber Update. (F: 108.4) Kim Cousins, Executive Director, Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce, noted that he had provided each Council member with a copy of the Under the Sun Magazine for February, which had the second part of a three part article on the City. He also noted that he had provided a copy of the latest newsletter, which was also available at the Chamber of Commerce and on the website. He reminded the community of the annual Installation Dinner on January 22nd, at the Diamond Club at 6 p.m., and advised that the final day for RSVP would be Friday, January 14th. Mayor Magee reminded those present, that City Council meetings were for the conduct of public business, not personal business or personal attacks. He expressed an expectation of professionalism and proper decorum from the public, staff and the City Council. - CLOSED SESSION REPORT City Attorney Leibold reported that the City Council met in Closed Session regarding the four items as listed on the agenda. She indicated that with regard to item a, Real Property Negotiations on the Campground, there was no reportable action, but it was anticipated that a lease agreement would be included on the next agenda. She indicated that with regard to item b, Real Property Negotiations for Silver/Minthorn, there was no reportable action. She advised that item c, regarding the Interim City Manager, also had an item on the open agenda for this evening for further consideration. She indicated that with regard to item d, for the City Manager's position, there was no reportable action. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 1 MINUTE Donna Franson, 7 Villa Valtelena, indicated that the Citizens Committee would be holding its first general meeting on Thursday, January 2th at 7 p.m. at Ortega High School on Chaney Avenue. She also indicated that the second issue of their newsletter was mailed last week and noted the availability of extra copies. She - Page Seven - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 indicated that many people had sent in membership dues and expressed a willingness to volunteer in a number of ways. She detailed concerns being expressed with the loss of the City Manager and Assistant City Manager and the potential impacts on the City's growth. She indicated that the citizens group consisted of positive people interested in positive growth and advised that they were a non-profit, non-political organization formed to improve the image of the community. She indicated that those interested in more information could call her at 674-1989 and encouraged everyone to attend the meeting on January 27th. Community Services Director Sapp thanked City staff for their hard work during the last series of storms. He noted that they had provided over 150 hours of overtime securing the public welfare, and had done an outstanding job. He thanked them for their efforts and determination and indicated that they were very much appreciated. He advised that in the case of an emergency, the public could call 674-5170 and indicated that when staffis not available that number will provide other emergency numbers. He thanked the Public Works, Parks & Open Space and Lake Operations staff for their efforts. Caren Woods, P. O. Box 603, Wildomar, thanked the City Council for the opportunity to represent the Assistance League of Temecula Valley and for the consideration of their grant application. She indicated that she attended the study session and was pleased with the recommendations, but came to this meeting to follow-up on a suggestion by Councilman Buckley, which was initiated in Murrieta. She advised that they may be approaching the City Council regarding the provision of funding from the general fund to assist them in the future. Ruth Atkins, 15237 Lake Trail Circle, indicated that she was very concerned about something that had happened over the last month. She indicated that there had been three break-ins on Main Street in the last month, with the most recent being last night at the General Store, 110 North Main Street. She further indicated that last week the Herb Peddler and on December 10th the Historical Society was robbed. She indicated that they were only taking money, but she was concerned and wanted to bring it to the Council's attention. She indicated that better protection was need for the merchants on Main Street. Page Eight - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 - Tim Fleming, 17970 Lakeshore Drive, indicated that it would appear that 2005 will be a great year for the Lake, but expressed concern with the abuses of the property on Lakeshore Drive. He commented on the "blight" on Lakeshore drive and requested that the Council do something to correct it; and presented the Council with a piece of trash to represent the blight. PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS - 3 MINUTES No comments. CONSENT CALENDAR MOVED BY BUCKLEY, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED. - 1. The following Minutes were approved: A. Joint City Council/RedevelopmentAgency Study Session - December 14,2004. (F:44.4) B. Regular City Council Meeting - December 14,2004. C. City Council Study Session - December 16, 2004. 2. Ratified the following Warrant Lists A. December 15,2004. (F:12.3) B. December 31, 2004. 3. Approved 31 st Year C.D.B.G. Allocation as follows: (F:84.2) Public Works Projects City of Lake Elsinore Weed Abatement Water Truck $75,000 - Page Nine - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 Code Enforcement $20,000 Dangerous Structure Abatement $25,000 Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk Replacement $50,000 Public Service Programs City of Lake Elsinore Senior Center Services H.O.P.E. Food Program Assistance League of Temecula Operation School Bell Alternatives to Domestic Violence Program Support $17,000 $6,000 $4,000 $3,000 4. Approved Final Map 31106-1, a residential subdivision by Pardee Homes located north of Canyon Hills road between Lost Road and Cottonwood Canyon Road, subject to City Engineer's acceptance as being true and correct; and authorized acceptance of all dedications and recordation. (F:160.2) 5. Approved Deposit and Reimbursement Agreement with KB Homes. (F:68.1 ) BUSINESS ITEMS 31. Second Reading - Ordinance No. 1136 - Amendment to the Riverside County Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF). (F: 140.1)(X: 162.1) MOVED BY BUCKLEY, SECONDED BY HICKMAN TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1136, UPON SECOND READING BY TITLE ONLY: ORDINANCE NO. 1136 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER 1096 OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE Page Ten - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 - TO ADJUST THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM MITIGATION FEE. UPON THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: BUCKLEY, HICKMAN, SCHIFFNER, MAGEE NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: KELLEY ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE 32. Second Reading - Ordinance No. 1137 - Regarding the Terms of Office for Public Safety Advisory Commissioners. (F:59.6) - MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY HICKMAN TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1137, UPON SECOND READING BY TITLE ONLY: ORDINANCE NO. 1137 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CORRECTING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF SECTION 2.46 OF THE LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION. UPON THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: BUCKLEY, HICKMAN, KELLEY, SCHIFFNER, MAGEE NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE - Page Eleven - City Council Minutes - January 11,2005 ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE 33. Acceptance of Planning Commission Resignation & Designation of Sub- Committee for Interviews. (F:60.2) Mayor Magee noted the resignation of Harvey Ryan and commended his work on the Commission. He recommended the appointment of Councilman Hickman and Mayor Pro Tern Schiffner to the subcommittee to conduct the Planning Commission interviews. MOVED BY MAGEE, SECONDED BY BUCKLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER HARVEY RYAN; AND APPOINT COUNCILMEMBER HICKMAN AND SCHIFFNER TO THE SUBCOMMITTEE TO CONDUCT INTERVIEWS. 34. Employment Agreement for Interim City Manager/Interim Executive Director. (F:46.1) City Attorney Leibold indicated that at the direction of the City Council, her office had prepared an employment agreement between the City Council, Redevelopment Agency and Community Development Director Brady, for services as the Interim City Manager/ Executive Director. She advised that the final agreement had been reviewed by all parties in Closed Session this evening and each Councilmember now had a copy as modified. She further advised that additional copies were available with the City Clerk. She indicated that the employment agreement provides for Mr. Brady to continue as the Community Development Director, while assuming the responsibilities of Interim City Manager, until a permanent City Manager is appointed; or a period not to exceed six months. She advised that Mr. Brady would receive his existing benefits as a department director, except for the auto allowance, which will be foregone for the use of the City Manager's Page Twelve - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 vehicle. Councilman Hickman noted that Mr. Brady had the full support of the City Council and he was ready to move forward with this item. MOVED BY HICKMAN, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH ROBERT BRADY TO SERVE AS INTERIM CITY MANAGER AND INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. City Attorney Leibold noted that the agreement commences as of January 15th. 35. City Council Committee Appointments. (F:44.l)(X:59.1) Mayor Magee advised that this was the annual assignment of committee, and indicated that as the Mayor he had met with each member of the Council to discuss the committee assignments. He indicated that there were only some minor changes which he would read into the record. He advised that the Liaison to the Downtown Merchants Association would be eliminated; and the Liaison to the Elsinore Water District would be an "unofficial" position for Councilman Hickman. He further advised that as Alternate to the Riverside County Transportation Commission, Mayor Pro Tern Schiffner would also serve as the TUMF Zone Committee Representative. He indicated that as the alternate to WRCOG, Mayor Pro Tern Schiffner would serve as the representative to the Resource Conservation Agency. He advised that the Animal Shelter JPA should also be added with Councilman Buckley as the appointee and Mayor Magee as the alternate. Councilman Buckley commented that these were the annual appointments for calendar year 2005, but noted that the Northwest Mosquito and Vector Control District was a four year term - - - Page Thirteen - City Council Minutes - January 11,2005 MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY HICKMAN AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO CONFIRM THE PREVIOUS APPOINTMENTS AS ADJUSTED ABOVE BY MAYOR MAGEE. THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 7:47 P.M. THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 7:51 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 3 MINUTES Lt. Col Paula Graver, 117 N. Poe Street, read a poem about a soldier on Christmas eve; and indicated that it was a reminder to keep soldiers and military families in our prayers. Donna Morin, 31750 Machado Street, #71, thanked Assistant City Manager Best for her support of the Historical Society, noting that she was there when she was needed and helped them to obtain the first museum. She also thanked City Manager Watenpaugh and noted that she would miss him. She announced that the Historical Society was holding a fund-raiser, with tickets costing $10 each. She indicated that the winners would have the opportunity to name streets within the Alberhill Ranch Community due to the generosity of Castle & Cooke. She suggested that it would be most fitting that the streets be named after the people of Alberhill. She also announced that the Alberhill School would be preserved as a historical monument in the area. She commented that the Historical Society had raised about $30,000, which had been put into the downstairs renovation; and offered that she or Ruth Atkins would show the improvements to anyone who was interested in seeing where the money was going. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS City Manager Watenpaugh commented on the following: 1) Thanked the City Council for their recognition. Page Fourteen - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 - 2) Congratulated Mr. Brady, and noted that he would work hard to keep the City running smoothly. 3) Thanked Police Chief Fetherolf for the wonderful police force he provides to the community and noted he was sure they would get to the bottom of the robberies on Main Street. 4) Announced that effective tomorrow the Lake would be closing until at least the 21 st , due to the high nutrient level and floating debris in the run-off. He indicated that it was a public safety hazard at this time; and letters had gone out to the boat launches and a press release would be going out. 5) Detailed the current street closures due to the rains. 6) Offered Congratulations to Assistant City Manager Best on her new job opportunity. - CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS City Attorney Leibold commented on the following: 1) Announced that the Study Session originally scheduled for this Thursday, regarding policies had been postponed indefinitely. She indicated that she met with the subcommittee, and her office was undertaking a comprehensive review for consistency with the Municipal Code and recent legislation. She noted that there was also the potential of policies stemming from the audit and procedural information to reviewed based on material the City Clerk obtained at a recent meeting. She indicated that staff was working to bring an updated policy manual to the Council for study sessions, as soon as it was ready. 2) Thanked City Manager Watenpaugh and Assistant City Manager Best - Page Fifteen - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 for the pleasure of working with them, and wished them success and enjoyment in their future endeavors. CITY TREASURER COMMENTS No Comments. COMMITTEE REPORTS None. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilwoman Kelley commented on the following: 1) Congratulated City Manager Watenpaugh on his retirement, and indicated that it had been a pleasure to serve with him. She also wished Assistant City Manager Best continued success. She indicated that she had enjoyed all nine years working with them both and would miss them. 2) Congratulated Mr. Brady. 3) Congratulated the Police Officers honored this evening. 4) Congratulated Mr. Ryan on his election to EVMWD, and noted that she was sure he would serve the community well. 5) Expressed thanks for the large amounts of rainfall, and noted that it was surprising that there was not more damage or streets closed. She indicated that the City crew was doing a wonderful job to prevent problems. Mayor Pro Tern Schiffner commented on the following Page Sixteen - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 - 1) Congratulated Mr. Brady on his appointment, and noted that in his tenure of about 8-1/2 years with the City, he had spent the first years on the Planning Commission. He indicated that he had known Mr. Brady a long time and would give him all the support he could. 2) Noted that he had also been involved with the City Manager and Assistant City Manager for about 6-1/2 years, and found them to be outstanding people professionally, who are responsible for most of the good things in the community. He commented that he also considers them friends and will miss them both a great deal. He wished them all the happiness and success possible. He stressed that he would miss them both and was sorry to see them go. 3) Offered congratulations to the Police Officers recognized this evemng. - 4) Offered congratulations to Mr. Ryan for his Water Board seat and indicated that he was sorry to see that happen, but it was also a great advantage for the water department. Councilman Hickman commented on the following: 1) Wished Assistant City Manager Best and City Manager Watenpaugh well and thanked them for their time spent in the City. 2) Noted the Chamber Installation Dinner at the Diamond Club on the 22nd at 6 p.m. 3) Offered kudos to Mr. Ryan and the Police Officers. Councilman Buckley commented on the following: 1) Noted the rain problems, but indicated that the Lake had come up eight feet, which meant hundreds of thousands of dollars in savings. - Page Seventeen - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 2) Thanked the City staffwho cleaned up after the rain. 3) Thanked City Manager Watenpaugh and Assistant City Manager Best for their years of service and looked forward to working with Mr. Brady. 4) Noted the search for a new City Manager, and requested that each City Manager e-mail the subcommittee with one question they would ask a candidate for City Manager. Mayor Magee commented on the following: 1) Announced the following upcoming events: January 18th - Homeless Census Volunteer Training at the Cultural Center (Interested parties can call Community Services). January 22nd - VIP (Volunteers in the Parks) Program from 8 to 11 a.m. at the City Yard. January 26th - Homeless Census - All Day 2) Noted the recognition of the Business of the Year, Lewis Cleaners, and indicated that they had taken care of him since 1989. 3) Reminded everyone of the gift of cheap water, and the money that would be saved thanks to the rains. 4) Echoed the comments of Community Services Direc!Or Sapp, commending staff. He commented that there was a'~~encyjo ma~e-- light of public sector employees, but he had watched !he-m w61'kin~'_, and they had come to the assistance of several homeowrrer~:tIe" '. noted that the community is changing and Mother Nature"has a: tendency to remind us of the remaining vulnerabilities. He stressed Page Eighteen - City Council Minutes - January 11, 2005 - the work done by staff to provide sand bags and heavy equipment to save properties. He further stressed that City staff was here to help and was willing to do so. 5) Addressed Mr. Fleming's comments that there had been no action on the Lakeshore blight in a year. He indicated that to the contrary, staff was now requiring camping permits, had removed hundreds of tons of trash, illegal campers, abandoned vehicles and weeds. He stressed the money expended and suggested that to say that nothing has been done, discounts the efforts of staff. He suggested that if Mr. Fleming wanted to submit a complaint form he would personally see that it was addressed. 6) Thanked the City Manager and Assistant City Manager for their years of public service and commitment to the community. - ADJOURNMENT THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 8:13 P.M. AGEE, MAYOR ELSINORE AfEST:- - - ~- -, : ~C' CITYCLERKI HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE -