HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-10-2004 City Council Minutes
MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10,2004
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CALL TO ORDER
The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Buckley at 5 :00
p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS: HICKMAN, KELLEY,
MAGEE, SCHIFFNER,
BUCKLEY
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager Best,
City Attorney Leibold, Community Development Director Brady, Community
Services Director Sapp, Administrative Services Director Pressey, Director of
Lake & Aquatic Resources Kilroy, Information/Communications Manager
Dennis, Public Works Manager Payne, Parks & Open Space Manager Fazzio,
City Treasurer Weber and Deputy City Clerk Ray.
CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED
LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b)
(3) (C) ofGov't Section 54956.9 (2 cases). (F:40.1)(X:52.1)
B. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION - City
Manager. (F:46.1)
City Attorney Leibold announced the Closed Session Items as listed above.
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THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED TO
CLOSED SESSION AT 5:15 P.M.
The Closed Session discussion was completed at 7:05 p.m.
RECONVENE PUBLIC SESSION (7:00 P.M.)
Mayor Buckley reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting in Public Session at
7:15 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Reverend Don Butenshon.
INVOCATION - MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Buckley led the meeting in a moment of silent reflection and asked
everyone to keep in their thoughts Connie Whittaker and Carl Brewster.
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PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIALS
a. Chamber of Commerce Update (F:I08.4)
Chairman of the Board Jack McColley gave an update. He commented the
Chamber of Commerce started the New Year with their annual awards and
swearing in of their 2004 Executive Officers and Board of Directors at their recent
55th Annual Installation Dinner. The 2003 Citizens of the Year were Pastors Fred
Rodriguez and Russ Stewart of First Assembly Of God Church. The 2003
President's Award winner was Carmen Malone of High Grove Restaurants, 2003
Small Business of the Year winner was Wells Fargo Bank, and 2003 Large
Business of the Year winner was High Grove Restaurants. The 2003 John
Packman Memorial Award winner was Sonya Wilson. He noted there were new
titles for some of the Executive Officers and announced the new office manager
was Amy McColley. He congratulated the first new members of the new premier
membership program. He noted the first EDC Luncheon and Business Program of -
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2004 would be held February 12,2004, 11 :30 a.m. - 1 :00 p.m. at the Diamond
Stadium in the Diamond Club. He announced that the Chamber was hosting a
Candidates Forum for Riverside County Supervisors, and reservations were
required by noon on February 11,2004. He indicated they would also honor the
February Business of the Month (Lake Elsinore Florist and Gifts). Ed Aguirre
would be taping the forum and Comcast would be airing the video on channel 29
on 2/18/04 (7p.m.), 2/23/04 (7p.m.), 2/25/04 (7p.m.) and 3/1/04 (7p.m.). He
further announced the next Student of the Month Luncheon would be 2/24/04
(noon) at the Lake Elsinore Sizzler. The first Business Mixer would be held on
2/26/04 at the Lake Elsinore Woman's Club at 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. and hosted by
the Lake Elsinore Woman's Club, Lake Elsinore Valley Arts Network and Lake
Elsinore Historical Society. The annual calendar of events could be accessed
online at www.levcc.org. The Chamber was recruiting new members for their
Ambassador Committee. He spoke highly of Connie Whittaker and Carl Brewster
and indicated they would be sorely missed. He commented that the First
Christian Church would be holding a memorial for Connie Whittaker; and Carl
Brewster had no local family, but did have family that would be coming from out
of town. He noted the Chamber would make every attempt to keep the community
updated.
Mayor Buckley asked Chairman McColley to post all information on the Chamber
website.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 1 MINUTE
No comments.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY
A VOTE OF 4-0, COUNCILMEMBER MAGEE ABSTAINING FROM
VOTE TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR WITH THE
TYPOGRAPHICAL CORRECTIONS TO BE MADE TO ITEMS lA AND
IB AND APPROVE FINAL MAP 30492, FINAL MAP 30492-4 AND FINAL
MAP 30754.
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1. The following Minutes were approved:
a. City Council/Redevelopment Agency Study Session- December 9,
2003.
b. City Council Study Session - December 17, 2003.
c. City Council Study Session - January 22, 2004.
d. City Council/Redevelopment Agency Study Session - January 27,
2004.
e. Regular City Council Meeting-January 27, 2004. (F:44.4)
2. Ratified the Warrant List of January 29, 2004. (F:12.3)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
21. Tentative Tract Map No. 31917 - K. Hovnanian Forecast Homes - North of
McVicker Park and West of Grand Avenue and Lincoln Street within the La
Laguna Estates Specific Plan Area. (F:160.2) -
Mayor Buckley opened the public hearing at 7 :25 p.m.
Community Development Director Brady indicated the map was part of the La
Laguna Estates Specific Plan Project. The map before Council was to
subdivide 51 acres into 98 single family lots and five open space lettered lots;
on January 20, 2004 the Planning Commission held a Public Hearing on this
item and reviewed the Tentative Tract Map, there were some modifications
made to the conditions of approval recommended to the City Council at the
4:00 p.m. Study Session. He noted Condition #16 that addressed the
construction hours of operation. Staff had recommended Monday through
Friday, but the Planning Commission recommended including Saturday. He
indicated that on Conditions #79, 80, and 81 there was inquiry regarding the
funding of the signals; he clarified the wording - "said signal may be funded by
CFD monies if available and in accordance with the Development Agreement
associated with the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan", that same wording would
be included in #79, 80, and 81. He detailed the location of the project north of
McVicker Park. The lots ranged in size from 6,000 sq.ft. to 27,000 sq.ft; and -
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the average lot size was 10,114 sq.ft. The models they would be using were the
same models they were currently constructing in their other tracts.
Steven Ford, Forecast Homes, indicated that they had read the conditions and
mentioned on page 3 of 34 they stated "hauling trucks shall not operate on a
Saturday" and it was related to the McVicker roadway by the park and they did
not want to preclude any hauling trucks, but it was to facilitate if there was a
need for moving dirt on and off the site, but they would not be doing any
hauling. Mayor Buckley indicated the page Mr. Ford was referring to was page
6 of34 and it was part of Condition #16. Mr. Ford indicated their
understanding was that the traffic signals were a reimbursement through the
CFD.
Ron Hewison, 35 Villa Val Telena, indicated that he was not there to speak on
the Forecast Homes, but was there to speak on Condition #16. He indicated
about four years ago he had a similar situation arise with the Community
Development Director; and he had obtained an e-mail from him, which
categorically confirmed even though the conditions did not include Saturday
work, Saturday working would not be permitted because of a City noise
ordinance. He indicated that he was surprised to see now there seemed to be
flexibility that did permit, despite giving written assurance to residents that this
could happen. He commented that the Horton Development worked a full eight
to ten hour day on Saturday, February 7, 2004; and on Sunday, February 8,
2004, they were on site before 6:00 a.m. and the final truck was not pulled off
the site until 12:00 p.m. He commented they were doing full grading and
tunneling and he requested that some attention be given to the cleanliness of
the site, as there were no trash cans available onsite.
Dan Uh1ry, 103 Flint Street, indicated on the Saturday workday the Developer
requested that the Planning Commission add Saturday work. The Planning
Commission felt due to the traffic with McVicker Park they did not want any
hauling done on McVicker Road on Saturdays. The Planning Commission had
no objections because the project was back in the hills.
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Mayor Buckley closed the public hearing at 7:35 p.m.
Councilman Schiffner suggested adding to the Conditions of Approval- The
opportunity to work on Saturdays would be dependant upon the Community
Development Department, depending on the number of complaints that they
received; and they could suspend the Saturday work if the complaints were
excessive enough that they felt they should suspend Saturday work.
Councilman Magee noted that there was no lot less than 6,500 sq.ft. and the
average lot size was over 10,000 sq. ft. He indicated in July, 2003 he attended a
Council Meeting were several homeowners came and complained to Council
about this particular developer, about the violations in respect to working
hours, dust, etc. He indicated that he would feel more comfortable if the
developer had complied and if Mr. Woodward and his neighbors had attended
the Council Meeting or prepared a letter that indicated they had no problem
with this project moving forward on a Saturday. He understood Commissioner
Uhlry comment with respect to how far back this site was in the hills, however -
he felt it was an ample theater back there, that when the equipment started up,
the noise would come right back down the canyon and at 7:00 a.m. on a
Saturday the Council would receive complaints. He commented on a weekly
memo that was prepared by the City Manager were he indicated, "Forecast
Homes had not been willing to work with Staff and will receive daily citation
beginning Monday, February 9 until compliant with their conditions of
approval." He noted a particular sentence dealt with the developer using an
outside trash hauler violating the City's agreement with CR&R. He inquired
when the first notice to comply was sent out and when if ever they had
complied.
City Manager Watenpaugh commented that he was not sure when the first
notice to comply went out, but they were currently in compliance and deferred
to Community Development Director Brady and Community Services Director
Sapp.
Community Development Director Brady commented that the conditions of
approval required the developer to use CR&R; that was a standard condition, _
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because of the requirements the City had to recycle and to meet the City's
recycling requirements through the State, or the City would be fined. The
developer signs an acknowledgement of those conditions of approval. He did
not know when a specific notice was sent to the developer, but it was discussed
with them, that they would need to bring this into compliance or they would be
shut down. Councilman Magee inquired if the situation had been going on
more than 30 days. Community Development Director Brady confirmed.
Councilman Magee inquired if longer than six months. Community
Development Director Brady commented that probably since the beginning of
the project he believed they had used a different trash hauler. Councilman
Magee commented that suddenly before the public hearing they were now in
compliance. Councilman Magee commented that it was a good project and he
liked the lot sizes, however he did not want to receive complaints on Saturday
mornings from those same residents that had complained before; and based on
the track record he could not support allowing the developer to work on
Saturdays.
Mayor Pro Tern Kelley agreed with Councilman Magee and recalled that
particular Council Meeting. She indicated that based on the compliance issues
she could not support working on Saturdays.
Councilman Hickman asked Community Development Director Brady to
follow up with Horton in Tuscany Hills to make sure they had a contract with
CR&R. He asked Mr. Ford if they would be able to comply with getting the
traffic signals installed and operating, to remain in compliance.
Mayor Buckley inquired when the signals would be operational.
Mr. Ford indicated that he had given a memo to the City Engineer regarding the
traffic signals. He noted the posts were in place and the electrical was
completed, the arms of poles were lying on the ground ready to be raised. He
further noted that 2/14/2004 was the scheduled date for the poles to be raised
and the controller would be in on 2/13/2004; and installed on 2/17/2004 on the
first signal and 2/23/2004 on the second signal.
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Mayor Buckley indicated that there had been no other development that he had
received more complaints about than this particular development. He
commented he did not want to reward poor behavior by allowing extra work on
Saturday. He also commented on Horton development in Tuscany working on
Sunday and reiterated to Community Development Brady to follow up on that
issue. He noted normally when developers worked on a Saturday they would
just be shut down and resume business the next day without serious
consequences for violating the conditions of approval. He indicated at the 4:00
p.m. Study Session there was discussion on potentially modifying condition
#88. He deferred to City Attorney Leibold.
City Attorney Leibold indicated that Condition #88 as written required a
$5,000 performance bond to guard against any potential future violation of the
City's noise ordinance or Condition of Approval #16. She suggested a cash
deposit that could be drawn upon in the event of violations and encourage
Council to impose that requirement only upon the first violation as opposed to
a condition of approval that would go into effect immediately.
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Mayor Buckley deferred to City Manager Watenpaugh regarding cost recovery.
City Manager Watenpaugh commented that cost recovery was all of the
developers putting in a cash deposit; and staff drawing against the deposit; and
when it was depleted another deposit was made before services were rendered.
City Attorney Leibold inquired if law enforcement costs that were not
reasonably part of the Sheriff Office; would customarily be drawn down that
activity.
City Manager Watenpaugh commented that he was not aware of ever
withdrawing for police services.
City Attorney Leibold indicated she was referring to community development
services not the Sheriff is Department.
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Community Development Director Brady indicated that cost recovery was for
the processing of the project. He noted if Code Enforcement was sent out it
would not be charged against the deposit. He indicated the intent of this
condition was to have a separate deposit.
City Attorney Leibold clarified that it was a deposit separate and apart from the
entitlement processing.
Mayor Buckley confirmed. He noted essentially it would be money set aside
for every time there was a complaint and a City employee had to go to the site
to resolve the issue, the money would come immediately out of that deposit.
City Attorney Leibold suggested a Condition #88 that read as follows: Upon
violation by applicant of the City's Noise Ordinance and for Condition of
Approval # 16, applicant shall cease all construction activities and shall be
permitted to recommence such activities only upon depositing with the City a
$5,000 cash deposit available to be drawn upon by the City to fund any future
law enforcement needs that may be caused by potential project construction
violations and the enforcement of the City's Noise Ordinance and Condition of
Approval # 16. The applicant shall replenish the deposit upon notice by the
City that the remaining balance is equal to or less than $1,000."
Mr. Ford indicated that he agreed with Councilman Magee's statements. He
noted the nearby residents of the first site had his home number and he had also
received complaints. He commented that they had taken the complaints very
seriously and enforced their policies with their suppliers and subcontractors.
He indicated their was an awkward situation at Sunswept, which was
contingent from the beginning, with people that had an ax to grind and even
when there is blowing wind it was their (Forecast Homes) fault. He
commented that they had taken care of those issues and posted their bond and
no one had asked to go against their $5,000 bond. He noted he took exception
to the Council's comments with regards to their character and the way they had
handled the complaints. He indicated that Carol Donahoe extended their notice
documents and their perimeter, because it was contiguous ownership. He
commented that on the trash hauling compliance there was verbiage originally
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that they felt if they were hauling things to the dump then they would not need
to use CR&R. He noted the City had a memo and there was conference call
with their Counsel and Community Development Director Brady discussing
CR&R and the conditions and how it was to be handled. He noted other
developers were not handling it the same way. He explained their trash hauling
went to recycling from where there contractor had it; and they were now using
CR&R (which was an extra cost) and were revamping all of their contracts so
that they were going to put the trash into the containers, so the City would
receive full credit for the reduction of the waste. He commented they were not
resolving this issue because of this hearing it had been a long standing issue.
They requested a Saturday workday because the City Noise Ordinance allowed
for construction work Monday through Saturday; and their Specific Plan
reflected construction activity Monday through Saturday. There was special
imposition on them on Tract Map 30788 because of the proximity of the
homeowners. He noted there had not been one complaint since the second
phase had been underway. He did not understand the stipulation for something
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Mayor Pro Tem Kelley inquired of the other developments in the City, were
there any developers allowed to work on Saturdays.
City Manager Watenpaugh deferred to Community Development Director
Brady.
Community Development Director Brady explained that it had been Staff s
recommendation because of these issues, if there were any development in
close proximity to residential homes Staff recommended that it only be allowed
Monday through Friday, but the applicant could request a Saturday workday.
He commented it had been Staff s position to only allow Monday through
Friday, and normally Staff found out about a developer working on weekends
when someone complained to Staff.
Councilman Magee addressed Mr. Ford and clarified that he did not use the
word character when discussing the issues with his company and if he did he
apologized. He explained his issue was performance, and with respect to City _
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Staff expanding the circle of notices; he commended Staff. He commented that
Forecast Homes had known for over six months that CR&R was the required
hauler, which was in the Conditions of Approval and did not understand why
the developer did not use CR&R.
MOVED BY MAGEE, SECONDED BY BUCKLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 31917
SUBJECT TO THE MODIFICATIONS TO CONDITION NO. 88 AS READ
INTO THE RECORD BY THE CITY ATTORNEY AND A
MODIFICATION TO CONDITION NO. 16 THAT WOULD PRECLUDE
CONSTRUCTION ON SATURDAYS, BASED ON EXHIBIT E AND
RECOMMENDED FINDINGS; AND SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL.
FINDINGS
1. The proposed subdivision, together with the provisions for its design and
improvements, is consistent with Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Estates
Specific Plan No. 92-4, and therefore, the City of Lake Elsinore General Plan.
The proposed subdivision is compatible with the objectives, policies, general
land uses and programs specified in the General Plan (Government Code
Section 66473.5). The map proposes single family residential lots that exceed
the Specific Plan lot size minimum. The map supports the circulation plan
outlined in the Specific Plan. The map provides open space areas that protect
the natural topography and views.
2. The site of the proposed division of land is physically suitable for the proposed
density of development in accordance with the Specific Plan and General Plan.
The map is consistent with Section 3.1.2.f. - Land Use Guidelines and
Standards, and Section 6.2.6.a. - Density Transfer Provisions, of Amendment
No. 1 to the Specific Plan.
3. The effects this project is likely to have upon the housing needs of the region,
the public service requirements of its residents and the available fiscal and
environmental resources have been considered and balanced. Such concerns
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were considered in the adopted Environmental Impact Report No. 92-2 (EIR)
for the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan.
4. Subject to the attached conditions of approval, the proposed division is not
anticipated to result in any significant environmental impact. Conditions of
Approval include adherence to previously adopted mitigation measures for the
Specific Plan.
5. The design of the proposed division of land or type of improvements are not
likely to cause serious public health problems. Such concerns were considered
in the adopted Environmental Impact Report No. 92-2 (EIR) for the La Laguna
Estates Specific Plan.
6. The design of the proposed division on land or the type of improvements will
not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through
or use of property within the proposed division of land. The map has been
circulated to City departments and outside agencies, and appropriate conditions
of approval have been applied for their approval during construction.
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Italics indicate verbiage added; strikethrough indicates verbiage deleted.
PLANNING DIVISION
1. Tentative Tract Map No. 31917 will expire two (2) years from date of approval
unless within that period of time a final map has been filed with the County
Recorder, or an extension of time is granted by the City of Lake Elsinore City
Council in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act (SMA). Additional
extensions of time (36 months maximum time per the SMA) may be granted
with City Council approval.
2. Tentative Tract Map No. 31917 shall comply with the State of California
Subdivision Map Act and shall comply with all applicable requirements of the
Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, Title 16 unless modified by approved
Conditions of Approval.
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3. The applicant shall defend (with counsel acceptable to the City), indemnify,
and hold harmless the City, its Officials, Officers, Employees, and Agents from
any claim, action, or proceeding against the City, its Officials, Officers,
Employees, or Agents to attach, set aside, void, or annul an approval of the
City, its advisory agencies, appeal boards or legislative body concerning
Tentative Tract Map No. 31917, which action is brought within the time period
provided for in California Government Code Sections 65009 and/or 66499.37,
and Public Resources Code Section 21167. The City will promptly notify the
Applicant of any such claim, action, or proceeding against the City and will
cooperate fully with the defense. If the City fails to promptly notify the
Applicant of any such claim or proceeding, the Applicant shall not, thereafter,
be responsible to defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City.
4. The applicant shall sign and return an "Acknowledgment of Conditions" to the
Community Development Department within 30 days of the Tentative Tract
Map approval by the City Council.
PRIOR TO FINAL TRACT MAP:
5. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Elsinore V alley
Municipal Water District, as noted in their transmittal dated November 13,
2003 attached.
6. The applicant shall comply with all Conditions of Approval by the Riverside
County Fire Department, as listed in their transmittal dated November 19,
2003 attached.
7. All lots shall comply with minimum standards contained in the Development
Standards approved with Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Estates Specific
Plan No. 92-4. Where these standards are silent Title 16 of the Lake Elsinore
Municipal Code shall apply.
8. All cul-de-sac streets shall comply with the maximum length of 1,000 feet, as
allowed in the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan.
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9. A precise survey with closures for boundaries and all lots shall be provided
per the LEMC.
10. Street names within the subdivision shall be approved by the Community
Development Director or designee prior to final map approval.
11. All of the improvements shall be designed by the developer's Civil Engineer
to the specifications of the City of Lake Elsinore.
12. The applicant shall comply with the Mitigation Monitoring Program prepared
and updated for Amendment No.1 to the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan No.
92-4.
13. The applicant shall provide evidence that the Covenants, Conditions and
Restrictions (CC & R's) for the existing Homeowners' Association in La
Laguna Estates has been updated to incorporate the boundaries of this map.
The HOA shall be responsible for the maintenance of all open space areas and
maintenance easement areas.
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14. The Final Map shall identify the downslopes within Lots # 14 and #78 as HOA
Maintenance Easements. All HOA Maintenance Easements shall be planted,
irrigated and maintained by the HOA.
PRIOR TO GRADING AND BUILDING PERMITS:
15. Construction on the property covered by this map is subject to all the
Conditions of Approval of the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan, Amendments,
and underlying Parcel Map No. 31011, unless superceded by these conditions.
16. The City's Noise Ordinance shall be met during all site preparation activity.
Construction shall not commence before 7:00 a.m. and shall cease at 5:00
p.m., Monday through Saturday. Construction activity shall not take place on
Sunday or any legal holidays.
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17. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Lake Elsinore Unified
School District under the provisions of SB 50, wherein the owner or developer
shall pay school fees or enter into a mitigation agreement prior to the issuance
of a certificate of compliance by the District.
18. Prior to issuance of the first building permit, the applicant shall annex into
Community Facilities District 2003-1 and Lighting, Landscaping and
Maintenance District No.1, to offset the annual negative fiscal impacts of the
project on public safety operations and maintenance issues in the City,
including city-wide improvements and facilities relating to fire and police
protection, and to offset the negative fiscal impacts of the project on City
maintained lighting and landscaping.
19. The applicant shall provide connection to public sewer for each lot within the
subdivision. No service laterals shall cross adjacent property lines and shall be
delineated on engineering sewer plans and profiles for submittal to the
EVMWD.
20. The developer shall submit plans to the electric utility company for a layout of
the street lighting system. The cost of street lighting, installation as well as
energy charges shall be the responsibility of the developer and/or the
Association until streets are accepted by the City. Said plans shall be approved
by the City and shall be installed in accordance with City Standards.
21. The applicant shall meet all requirements of the providing electric utility
company.
22. The applicant shall meet all requirements of the providing gas utility company.
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23. The applicant shall meet all requirements of the providing telephone utility
company.
24. A bond is required guaranteeing the removal of all trailers used during
construction.
25. All signage shall be subject to Planning Division review and approval prior to
installati on.
26. Landscape Plans for the tract shall include vegetative screening of all retention
basins.
27. Any alterations to the topography, ground surface, or any other site preparation
activity will require appropriate grading permits. A Geologic Soils Report with
associated recommendations will be required for grading permit approval, and
all grading must meet the City's Grading Ordinance, subject to the approval of
the City Engineer and the Planning Division. Analysis of impacts of fills and -
cuts greater than sixty feet (60') shall be provided. Interim and permanent
erosion control measures are required. The applicant shall bond 100% for
material and labor for one (1) year for erosion control landscaping at the time
the site is rough graded.
PRIOR TO DESIGN REVIEW:
28. All future structural development associated with this map requires separate
Design Review approval.
29. Elevation drawings for Design Review shall include four-sided architectural
features.
30. Slopes on individual lots that are in excess of three feet in height shall be
installed, landscaped and irrigated by the developer.
31. A detailed fencing plan shall be required for review and approval during the
Design Review process. _
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32. A detailed phasing plan shall be required for review and approval during the
Design Review process. These plans shall include the location of construction
fencing for each phase.
ENGINEERING DIVISION
33. All Public Works requirements shall be complied with as a condition of
development as specified in the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) prior
to final map approval.
34. Developer shall construct the circulation element of the Amended Specific
Plan as shown in the traffic study.
35. Pay all Plan Check fees (LEMC 16.34, Resolution 85-26).
36. Submit a "Will Serve" letter to the City Engineering Division from the
applicable water agency stating that water and sewer arrangements have been
made for this project. Submit this letter prior to final map approval.
37. Construct all public works improvements per approved street plans (LEMC
12.04). Plans must be approved and signed by the City Engineer prior to final
map approval (LEMC 16.34).
38. Street improvement plans and specifications shall be prepared by a Calif.
Registered Civil Engineer. Improvements shall be designed and constructed to
Riverside County Road Department Standards, latest edition, and City Codes
(LEMC 12.04 and 16.34). '
39. Applicant shall enter into an agreement with the City for the construction of
public works improvements and shall post the appropriate bonds prior to final
map approval.
40. Desirable design grade for local streets should not exceed 9%. The maximum
grade of 15% should only be used because of design constraints.
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41. Design of the cul-de-sac at the end to A Drive and Me Vicker Canyon Park
Road shall be approved by the Riverside County Fire Dept. prior to final map
approval.
42. F Street shall have a 49-foot right-of-way with a 3-foot parkway on the side of
the street without homes.
43. Pay all fees and meet requirements of encroachment permit issued by the
Engineering Division for construction of public works improvements (LEMC
12.08 and Resolution 83-78).
44. All compaction reports, grade certifications, monument certifications (with tie
notes delineated on 8 ~" x 11 II Mylar) shall be submitted to the Engineering
Division before final inspection of public works improvements will be
scheduled and approved.
45. The applicant shall install one permanent bench mark to Riverside County
Standards and at a location to be determined by City Engineer.
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46. Applicant shall obtain all necessary off-site easements and/or permission to
grade for off-site grading from the adjacent property owners prior to final map
approval and/or grading plan approval, whichever occurs first.
47. Applicant shall mitigate any erosion or flooding on Lot #65 which may occur
from brow ditches on offsite slopes, or property owner of Lot #65 must
execute a drainage acceptance document.
48. Provide fire protection facilities as required in writing by Riverside County
Fire.
49. Provide street lighting and show lighting improvements as part of street
improvement plans as required by the City Engineer.
50. Developer shall install blue reflective pavement markers in the street at all fire
hydrant locations. _
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51. Applicant shall submit a traffic control plan showing all traffic control devices
for the tract to be approved prior to final map approval. All traffic control
devices shall be installed prior to final inspection of public improvements.
This includes No Parking and Street Sweeping Signs for streets within the
tract.
52. All improvement plans and tract maps shall be digitized. At Certificate of
Occupancy applicant shall submit tapes and/or discs which are compatible
with City's ARC Info/GIS or developer to pay $300 per sheet for City
digitizing.
53. All utilities except electrical over 12 kv shall be placed underground, as
approved by the serving utility.
54. Apply and obtain a grading permit with appropriate security. A grading plan
must signed and stamped by a Calif. Registered Civil Engineer, subject to the
approval of the City Engineer.
55. Provide soils, geology and seismic report including street design
recommendations. Provide final soils report showing compliance with
recommendations.
56. An Alquist-Priolo study shall be performed on the site to identify any hidden
earthquake faults and/or liquefaction zones present on-site.
57. All grading shall be done under the supervision of a geotechnical engineer and
he shall certify all slopes steeper than 2 to 1 for stability and proper erosion
control. All manufactured slopes greater than 30 ft. in height shall be
contoured.
58. Individua110t drainage shall be conveyed to a public facility or accepted by
adjacent property owners by a letter of drainage acceptance or conveyed to a
drainage easement.
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59. On-site drainage facilities located outside of road right-of-way should be
contained within drainage easements shown on the final map. A note should
be added to the final map stating: "Drainage easements shall be kept free of
buildings and obstructions".
60. All natural drainage traversing site shall be conveyed through the site, or shall
be collected and conveyed by a method approved by the City Engineer.
61. Submit Hydrology and Hydraulic Reports for review and approval by City
Engineer and the Riverside County Flood Control District prior to approval of
final map. Developer shall mitigate any flooding and/or erosion caused by
development of site and diversion of drainage.
62. All drainage facilities in this tract shall be constructed to Riverside County
Flood Control District Standards.
63. Storm drain inlet facilities shall be appropriately stenciled to prevent illegally -
dumping in the drain system, the wording and stencil shall be approved by the
City Engineer.
64. Storm drain inlet structures for open space areas shall be provided with a basin
to prevent silt and trash from entering into the storm drain pipe.
65. Roof and yard drains will not be allowed to outlet through cuts in the street
curb. Roof drains should drain to a landscaped area when ever feasible. The
applicant may submit an alternative drainage system plan for any lot for
consideration and approval by the City Engineer.
66. 10 year storm runoff should be contained within the curb and the 100 year
storm runoff should be contained within the street right-of-way. When either
of these criteria are exceeded, drainage facilities should be installed.
67. Verify that the proposed storm drain is connecting to an existing storm drain
that has the capacity to accept the additional storm water runoff and provide
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increased runoff.
68. A drainage acceptance letter will be necessary from the downstream property
owners for outletting the proposed stormwater run-off on private property.
69. Construct an emergency spillway for the catch basin at the cul-de-sac on Street
F.
70. Construct an emergency spillway for detention basins A and B.
71. Show a detail of the concrete brow ditches that drain from the slope to
outletting into the street. From the toe of the slope to the outlet in the street,
the drainage facility should be a pipe underground.
72. The inlet storm drain facility at the end of A Drive shall be owned and
maintained by the HOA.
73. Applicant will be required to install BMP's using the best available technology
to mitigate any urban pollutants from entering the watershed.
74. Applicant shall provide first blush BMP's using the best available technology
that will reduce storm water pollutants from parking areas and driveway aisles.
75. Applicant shall obtain approval from Santa Ana Regional Water Quality
Control Board for their storm water pollution prevention plan including
approval of erosion control for the grading plan prior to issuance of grading
permits. The applicant shall provide a SWPPP for post construction which
describes BMP's that will be implemented for the development and including
maintenance responsibilities.
76. Education guidelines and Best Management Practices (BMP) shall be provided
to residents of the development in the use of herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers
as well as other environmental awareness education materials on good
housekeeping practices that contribute to protection of storm water quality and
met the goals of the BMP in Supplement "A" in the Riverside County NPDES
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Drainage Area Management Plan.
77. Intersection site distance shall meet the design criteria of the CAL TRANS
Design Manual (particular attention should be taken for intersections on the
inside of curves). If site distance can be obstructed, a special limited use
easement must be recorded to limit the slope, type of landscaping and wall
placement.
78. Intersecting streets on the inside radius of a curve will only be permitted when
adequate sight distance is verified by a registered civil engineer.
79. Developer shall design and construct a traffic signal at the intersection of
Lincoln St. and Westwind Drive. The traffic signal shall be installed and
operational at the first certificate of occupancy. Said signal shall be funded by
CFD monies and in accordance with the Development Agreement associated
with the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan.
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Revised by the Planning Commission, January 20, 2004.
80. Developer shall design and construct a traffic signal at the intersection of
Grand Avenue and McVicker Canyon Park Road. The applicant shall install
the traffic signal and it shall be operating prior to the issuance of the first
certificate of occupancy. Said signal shall be funded by CFD monies and in
accordance with the Development Agreement associated with the La Laguna
Estates Specific Plan.
81. Developer shall design and construct a traffic signal at the intersection of
Grand Avenue and Audelo Street. The applicant shall install the traffic signal
and it shall be operating prior to the issuance of the first certificate of
occupancy. Said signal shall be funded by CFD monies and in accordance
with the Development Agreement associated with the La Laguna Estates
Specific Plan.
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Road and so noted on the final map.
83. Applicant shall record CC & R's for the tract prohibiting on-street storage of
boats, motor homes, trailer, and trucks over one-ton capacity, roof mounted or
front yard microwave satellite antennas. The CC & R's shall be approved by
the Community Development Director prior to recordation of final map.
84. Applicant shall provide a homeowner's association with CC & R's for
maintenance of the open space and concrete brow ditches.
85. Developer shall provide an approved open space conservation easement for the
tract's open space with a fuel modification zone for a fire break to be
maintained by a homeowner's association.
86. All open space and slopes except for public parks and schools, outside the
public right-of-way will be owned and maintained by either a home owner's
association or private property owner. Concrete brow ditches on slopes will be
owned and maintained by a HOA or private property owner.
87. In accordance with the City's Franchise Agreement for waste disposal &
recycling, the applicant shall be required to contract with CR&R Inc. for
removal and disposal of all waste material, debris, vegetation and other
rubbish generated during cleaning, demolition, clear and grubbing or all other
phases of construction.
88. Upon violation by applicant of the City's Noise Ordinance and for Condition
of Approval # 16, applicant shall cease all construction activities and shall be
permitted to recommence such activities only upon depositing with the City a
$5,000 cash deposit available to be drawn upon by the City to fund any future
law enforcement needs that may be caused by potential project construction
violations and the enforcement of the City's Noise Ordinance and Condition
of Approval # 16. The applicant shall replenish the deposit upon notice by the
City that the remaining balance is equal to or less than $1,000.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
89. The applicant shall provide information on the District's "Project Inventory"
list.
90. Applicant shall pay $156,800 in Park fees.
91. The HOA shall maintain all drainage facilities, culverts, retention areas, trail,
public parkways, slopes, entry monuments and open space.
(End of Conditions)
22. Tentative Parcel Map No. 29996. Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 2003-
04 and Design Review of Industrial Proiect No. I 2003-05-Southwest of
Collier Avenue on Hunco Way within the Collier Avenue Business Park.
(F: 11 0.2)
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Mayor Buckley opened the public hearing at 7:56 p.m.
Community Development Director Brady gave an overview of the item. He
explained the item presented to the Council was a subdivision of 10 acres of
land into eight parcels. The total square footage of buildings being proposed
was 131,770 sq.ft. and the buildings would range in size from 9,270 sq.ft. to
27,000 sq.ft. The design was similar to the existing buildings along Hunco
Way. The Planning Commission did review the item on January 20, 2004 and
recommended approval of the Tentative Parcel Map No. 29996, the Mitigated
Negative Declaration No. 2003-04 and the Design Review to the City Council;
they also approved a conditional use permit for outdoor storage which would
be associated with the outdoor areas of the industrial buildings themselves.
He indicated there was a clarification regarding the staff report; the conditions
indicated there was a storm drain that needed to be installed from Collier
Avenue through Hunco Way, passing through Pasadena and into the Outflow
Channel, and the condition read "The construction of the storm drains shall be
completed prior to the issuance of any certificates of occupancy". The staff
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commented he wanted to clarify that condition, so the condition reflected the
correct requirement.
Mayor Buckley indicated he was concerned about the back wall with a couple
of loading docks and Mr. Brady explained that would be facing the back of
another building. He inquired if it would be visible from the streets. Mr.
Wakefield advised it would not be visible from the streets.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY MAGEE AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION NO. 2003-04, BASED ON EXHIBITS AND FINDINGS;
AND SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY HICKMAN AND CARRIED
BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.
29996 BASED ON EXHIBITS AND FINDINGS; AND SUBJECT TO
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY HICKMAN AND CARRIED
BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE DESIGN REVIEW OF
INDUSTRIAL PROJECT NO. I 2003-05 BASED ON EXHIBITS AND
FINDINGS; AND SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.
FINDINGS
Tentative Parcel Map 29996
1. The proposed subdivision, together with the proVlsiOns for its design and
improvement, is consistent with the General Plan. The proposed subdivision is
compatible with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs specified
in the General Plan (Government Code Section 66473.5).
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The project as designed assists in achieving the development of a well-balanced and functional mix
of residential, commercial, industrial, open space, recreational and institutional land uses
(GOAL 1.0, Land Use Element). Furthermore, industrial land uses are encouraged to add to
the City's economic base. All design and improvement are consistent with the General Plan and
Zoning Ordinance.
2. The effects this project is likely to have upon the housing needs of the region, the
public service requirements of its residents and the available fiscal and
environmental resources have been considered and balanced.
The development of an Industrial project can have indirect effects on the housing needs of the
region. Again Staff finds that the affects this project is likelY to have upon the housing needs of
the region will contribute to achieving the development of a well-balanced and functional mix of
residential, commercial, industrial, open space, recreational and institutional land uses.
3. Subject to the attached conditions of approval, the proposed project is not
anticipated to result in any significant environmental impact. _
Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 2003-04 has been completed and mitigation measures
required. The project has been adequatelY conditioned by all applicable departments and agencies
including all mitigation measures, therefore staff finds that the project will no result in any
significant environmental impacts.
PLANNING DIVISION
(Note: Fees listed in the Conditions of Approval are the best estimates available at the time of
approvaL The exact fee amounts will be reviewed at the time of buildingpermit issuance and
mcry be raised.)
1. Tentative Parcel Map No. 29996 will expire two (2) years from date of approval
unless within that period of time a final map has been filed with the County
Recorder, or an extension of time is granted by the City of Lake Elsinore City
Council in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act.
2. Tentative Parcel Map No. 29996 shall comply with the State of California
Subdivision Map Act and shall comply with all applicable requirements of the
Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, Title 16 unless modified by approved Conditions
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3. Approval of this subdivision is subject to the mitigations measures listed within
the Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 2003-04
4. The applicant shall defend (with counsel acceptable to the City), indemnify, and
hold harmless the City, its Official, Officers, Employees, and Agents from any
claim, action, or proceeding against the City, its Official, Officers, Employees, or
Agents to attach, set aside, void, or annul an approval of the City, its advisory
agencies, appeal boards, or legislative body concerning Tentative Parcel Map No.
29996, which action is bought within the time period provided for in California
Government Code Sections 65009 and/or 66499.37, and Public Resources Code
Section 21167. The City will promptly notify the Applicant of any such claim,
action, or proceeding against the City and will cooperate fully with the defense.
If the City fails to promptly notify the Applicant of any such claim, or
proceeding, the Applicant shall not, thereafter, be responsible to defend,
indemnify, or hold harmless the City.
5. The applicant shall sign and return an "Acknowledgment of Conditions" to the
Community Development Department within 30 days of the Tentative Parcel
Map approval.
6. Prior to final map approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 29996, the
improvements specified herein and recommended approved by the Planning
Commission and approved by the City Council shall be installed, or agreements
for said improvements, shall be submitted to the City for approval by the City
Engineer, and all other stated conditions shall be complied with. All
uncompleted improvements must be bonded for as part of the agreements.
7. All of the improvements shall be designed by developer's Civil Engineer to the
specifications of the City of Lake Elsinore.
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8. Applicant must meet all requirements of Elsinore Valley Municipal Water
District (EVMWD).
9. The applicant shall pay applicable fees and obtain proper clearance from the
Lake Elsinore Unified School District (LEUSD) prior to issuance of building
permits.
10. Pay all applicable park fees in force at time of issuance of building permits.
11. The applicant shall provide connection to public sewer for each lot within the
subdivision prior to building permit. No service laterals shall cross adjacent
property lines and shall be delineated on engineering sewer plans and proftles for
submittal to the EVMWD.
12. Meet all requirements of the providing electric utility company.
13. Meet all requirements of the providing gas utility company.
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14. Meet all requirements of the providing telephone utility company.
15. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Riverside County Fire
Department.
16. All trailers, mailboxes and signage used during construction shall be subject to
Planning Division review and approval prior to installation.
17. All development associated with this map requires separate Design Review
approval pursuant to Section 17.82 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code.
ENGINEERING
18. All Public Works requirements shall be complied with as a condition of
development as specified in the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) prior to
final map approval.
19. Pay all Capital Improvement and Plan Check fees (LEMC 16.34, Resolution 85-
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26). The traffic mitigation fee is $0.71 per sq. foot for industrial building area and
the drainage fee is $4,660 per acre.
20. Submit a "Will Serve" letter to the City Engineering Department from the
applicable water agency stating that water and sewer arrangements have been
made for this project. Submit this letter prior to final map approval.
21. Construct all public works improvements per approved street plans (LEMC
12.04). Plans must be approved and signed by the City Engineer prior to final
map approval (LEMC 16.34).
22. Street improvement plans and specifications shall be prepared by a Calif.
Registered Civil Engineer. Improvements shall be designed and constructed to
Riverside County Road Department Standards, latest edition, and City Codes
(LEMC 12.04 and 16.34).
23. Applicant shall enter into an agreement with the City for the construction of
public works improvements and shall post the appropriate bonds prior to final
map approval.
24. Applicant shall obtain any necessary Caltrans permits and meet all Caltrans
requirements.
25. Pay all fees and meet requirements of encroachment permit issued by the
Engineering Department for construction of public works improvements
(LEMC 12.08 and Resolution 83-78).
26. All compaction reports, grade certifications, monument certifications (with tie
notes delineated on 8 V2" x 11" Mylar) shall be submitted to the Engineering
Department before final inspection of public works improvements will be
scheduled and approved.
27. Applicant shall obtain all necessary off-site easements for off-site grading from
the adjacent property owners prior to final map approval.
28. Arrangements for relocation of utility company facilities (power poles, vaults,
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etc.) out of the roadway or alley shall be the responsibility of the property owner
or his agent. Construction shall be completed prior to issuance of building permit.
Construction shall comply with Title 16 regulations.
29. Provide fire protection facilities as required in writing by Riverside County Fire.
30. Provide street lighting and show lighting improvements as part of street
improvement plans as required by the City Engineer.
31. Developer shall install blue reflective pavement markers in the street at all fire
hydrant locations.
32. Applicant shall submit a traffic control plan showing all traffic control devices
for the tract to be approved prior to final map approval. All traffic control
devices shall be installed prior to final inspection of public improvements. This
includes No Parking and Street Sweeping Signs for streets within the tract.
33. All improvement plans and tract maps shall be digitized. At Certificate of
Occupancy applicant shall submit tapes and/or discs which are compatible with
City's ARC Info/GIS or developer to pay $300 per sheet for City digitizing.
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34. All utilities except electrical over 12 kv shall be placed underground, as approved
by the serving utility.
35. If grading exceeds 50 cubic yards, grading plans shall be prepared by a Calif.
Registered Civil Engineer and approved prior to grading permit issuance. Prior
to any grading, the applicant shall obtain a grading permit and post appropriate
security.
36. Provide soils, geology and seismic report including street design
recommendations. Provide final soils report showing compliance with
recommendations.
37. An Alquis-Priolo study shall be performed on the site to identify any hidden
earthquake faults and/or liquefaction zones present on-site.
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38. Individual lot drainage shall be conveyed to a public facility or accepted by
adjacent property owners by a letter of drainage acceptance or conveyed to a
drainage easement.
39. On-site drainage facilities located outside of road right-of-way should be
contained within drainage easements shown on the final map. A note should be
added to the final map stating "Drainage easements shall be kept free of
buildings and obstructions".
40. All natural drainage traversing site shall be conveyed through the site, or shall be
collected and conveyed by a method approved by the City Engineer.
41. Submit Hydrology and Hydraulic Reports for review and approval by City
Engineer and the ,Riverside County Flood Control District prior to approval of
final map. Developer shall mitigate any flooding and/or erosion caused by
development of site and diversion of drainage.
42. All drainage facilities in this tract shall be constructed to Riverside County Flood
Control District Standards.
43. Storm drain inlet facilities shall be appropriately stenciled to prevent illegally
dumping in the drain system, the wording and stencil shall be approved by the
City Engineer.
44. Roof drains shall outlet onto landscaped areas where ever feasible.
45. Applicant shall construct a storm drain from Collier Ave. to Outlet Channel and
be reimbursed from the drainage district any costs that exceed their drainage
fees. Construction shall comply with Title 16 regulations. Construction of the storm
drain improvements shall be completed prior to issuance of any Certificate of Occupanry.
Added at Planning Commission January 20,2004
46. A drainage acceptance letter will be necessary from the downstream property
owners for outletting the proposed stormwater run-off on private property.
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47. Developer shall be subject to all Master Planned Drainage fees and will receive
credit for all Master Planned Drainage facilities constructed.
48. Applicant shall provide the city with proof of his having f1led a Notice of Intent
with the Regional Water Quality Control Board for the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program with a storm water pollution
prevention plan prior to issuance of grading permits. The applicant shall provide
a SWPPP for post construction, which describes BMP's that will be
implemented for outdoor storage, and vehicle maintenance. And provide other
education materials on good housekeeping practices that contribute to protection
of stormwater quality and met the goals of the BMP's in Supplement "A" in the
Riverside County NPDES Drainage Area Management Plan.
49. Applicant shall obtain approval from Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control
Board for their storm water pollution prevention plan including approval of
erosion control for the grading plan prior to issuance of grading permits. The
applicant shall provide a SWPPP for post construction which describes BMP's
that will be implemented for the development and including maintenance
responsibilities.
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50. Education guidelines and Best Management Practices (BMP) shall be provided to
residents of the development in the use of herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers as
well as other environmental awareness education materials on good
housekeeping practices that contribute to protection of stormwater quality and
met the goals of the BMP in Supplement "A" in the Riverside County NPDES
Drainage Area Management Plan.
51. Applicant shall cause to be recorded a CC&R which provides for irrevocable
reciprocal parking, circulation, loading and landscape maintenance easement in
favor of all lots subject to the approval of the director of Community
Development & the City Attorney prior to final map approval. The CC&R shall
enforce standards of building maintenance, participation in landscape
maintenance, prohibition of outside vehicle or material storage.
52. Developer shall contribute $22,500 towards the design and construction for a
future traffic signal at the intersection of Collier Ave. and Hunco Way. This
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development will necessitate the need for a traffic signal at this intersection in the
future and should contribute their fair share.
53. In accordance with the City's Franchise Agreement for waste disposal &
recycling, the applicant shall be required to contract with CR&R Inc. for removal
and disposal of all waste material, debris, vegetation and other rubbish generated
during cleaning, demolition, clear and grubbing or all other phases of
construction.
54. Development shall dedicate and construct full ha!f width street improvements for the prq/ect
frontage of Pasadena Street. The improvements shall be designed and constructed to compfy
with the general plan circulation ha!f-width of 45feet from the centerline of Pasadena Street to
the project propertY line. Development shall provide for a transition between the frontage
improvements and the existing road width.
Added at Planning Commission January 20,2004
INDUSTRIAL PROJECT 2003-05/CUP NO. 2003-09
PLANNING
1. Design Review approval for Industrial Project No. I 2003-05 will lapse and be
void unless building permits are issued within one (1) year of City Council
approval. The Community Development Director may grant an extension of time
of up to one (1) year per extension, prior to the expiration of the initial Design
Review approval. Application for a time extension must be submitted to the City
of Lake Elsinore one (1) month prior to the expiration date.
2. Conditions of Approval shall be reproduced on page one of building plans
submitted to the Building Division for Plan Check. All Conditions of Approval
shall be met prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy and release of
utilities.
3. All site improvements approved with this request shall be constructed as indicated
on the approved site plan and elevations. Revisions to approved site plans or
building elevations shall be subject to the review of the Community Development
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Director. All plans submitted for Building Division Plan Check shall conform to
the submitted plans as modified by Conditions of Approval, or the Planning
Commission/ City Council through subsequent action.
4. Any revisions to the interior floor plans that could cause the requirement for
additional parking shall be subject to the review and approval of the Community
Development Director or designee.
5. All roof mounted or ground support air conditioning units or other mechanical
equipment incidental to development shall be architecturally screened or shielded
by landscaping so that they are not visible from neighboring property or public
streets. Any material covering the roof equipment shall match the primary wall
color.
6. All exterior on-site lighting shall be shielded and directed on-site so as not to
create glare onto neighboring property and streets or allow illumination above the
horizontal plane of the fixture. All light fixtures shall match the architectural style
of the building.
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7. All loading zones shall be clearly marked with yellow striping and shall comply
with the requirements of the LEMC.
8. Applicant shall meet ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) requirements.
9. The applicant shall construct a 6 foot decorative masonry wall with pilasters along
the exterior boundary of the project.
10. All storage areas shall be enclosed with a 6 foot masonry wall and 6 foot opaque
gates. If precision block is used, the block shall be painted a color to match the
associated building per the review and approval of the Community Development
Director or designee.
11. Trash enclosures shall be constructed per City standards as approved by the
Community Development Director. A 5' landscaped planter is required on each
side of the trash enclosure.
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12. No exterior roofladders shall be permitted.
13. Applicant shall use roofing materials with Class "A" fire rating.
14. All exterior downspouts shall be painted to match with building exterior color.
15. The Planning Division shall approve the location of any construction trailers
utilized during construction. All construction trailers shall require a $1,000.00
cash bond, submit a site plan and processed through the Planning Division.
16. Materials and colors depicted on the plans and materials board shall be used
unless modified by the applicant and approved by the Community Development
Director or designee.
17. On-site surface drainage shall not cross sidewalks.
18. Parking stalls shall be double-striped with four-inch (4") lines two feet (2') apart.
19. All exposed slopes in excess of three feet (3') in height shall have a permanent
irrigation system and erosion control vegetation installed, approved by the
Landscape Architectural Consultant and Planning Division.
PRIOR TO BUILDING/GRADING PERMITS
20. Prior to issuance of any grading permit or building permits, the applicant shall
sign and complete an "Acknowledgement of Conditions" form and shall return
the executed original to the Planning Division for inclusion in the case records.
21. Three (3) sets of the Final Landscaping/Irrigation Detail Plan shall be submitted,
reviewed and approved by the City's Landscape Architect Consultant and the
Community Development Director or designee, prior to issuance of building
permit. A Landscape Plan Check & Inspection Fee will be charged prior to final
landscape approval based on the Consultant's fee plus forty percent (40%) City
fee.
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a) All planting areas shall have permanent and automatic sprinkler system
with 100% plant and grass coverage using a combination of drip and
conventional irrigation methods.
b) Applicant shall plant street trees, selected from the City's Street Tree
List, a maximum of forty feet (40) apart and at least twenty-four-inch
(24") box in size.
c) All planting areas shall be separated from paved areas with a six-inch
(6") high and six-inch (6") wide concrete curb.
d) Planting within fifteen feet (15') of ingress / egress points shall be no
higher than thirty-six inches (36").
e) Landscape planters shall be planted with an appropriate parking lot
shade tree to provide for 50% parking lot shading in fifteen (15) years.
f)
Any transformers and mechanical or electrical equipment shall be
indicated on landscape plan and screened as part of the landscaping
plan.
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g) The landscape plan shall provide for ground cover, shrubs, and trees and
meet all requirements of the City's adopted Landscape Guidelines.
Special attention to the use of Xeriscape or drought resistant plantings
with combination drip irrigation system to be used to prevent excessive
watering.
h) All landscape improvements shall be bonded 100% for material and
labor for two years from installation sign-off by the City. Release of the
landscaping bond shall be requested by the applicant at the end of the
required two years with approval! acceptance by the Landscape
Consultant and Community Development Director or Designee.
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All landscaping and irrigation shall be installed within affected portion
of any phase at the time a Certificate of Occunancv is reauested for any
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building. All planting areas shall include plantings in the Xeriscape
concept, drought tolerant grasses and plants.
j) Final landscape plan must be consistent with approved site plan.
k) Final landscape plans to include planting and irrigation details.
1. Applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Elsinore Valley Municipal
Water District. Proof shall be presented to the Chief Building Official prior to
issuance of building permits and final approval.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits, applicant shall provide assurance that all
required fees to the Lake Elsinore Unified School District have been paid.
3. Prior to issuance of building permits, applicant shall provide assurance that all
requirements of the Riverside County Fire Department have been met.
4. Prior to issuance of building permits, applicant shall pay park-in-lieu fee in effect
at time of building permit issuance.
ENGINEERING DIVISION
5. Industrial project I 2003-05 will be required to meet all applicable conditions of
approval for Parcel Map 29996 at the appropriate development phase.
6. All Public Works applicable requirements shall be complied with as a condition of
development as specified in the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) at the
appropriate development phase.
7. Roof and yard drains will not be allowed to outlet through cuts in the street curb.
Roof drains should drain to a landscaped area when ever feasible.
SIGN PROGRAM
8. The Sign Program shall add the following change in text, "All wall signs shall not
exceed one square foot of sign area per one linear foot of building frontage. Any
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other changes to the Sign Program will require review and approval by the
Community Development Director or Designee.
9. The applicant shall apply for a sign permit and pay appropriate fees for any sign
installed at the project site.
* Italics indicates addition to text, strikethrough indicates removal from text.
Mayor Buckley closed the public hearing at 8 :00 p.m.
BUSINESS ITEMS
31. July 4th Fireworks. (F:62.1)
City Manager Watenpaugh gave an overview of the item and deferred to
Community Services Director Sapp.
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Community Services Director Sapp explained over the past several years the
Lake Elsinore Storm had provided fireworks displays on July 4th primarily
because the scheduler had the Storm at home on this date; however this year
they would be out of town. The Community Services Department along with
Lake & Aquatic Resource Department and Lake Patrol collaborated the idea of
having a fireworks display on the Lake and resurrecting the boat parade of
lights. The fireworks would be shot from the "T" peninsula, which would
provide a better vantage point for residents and tourists. He indicated that Staff
contacted three pyrotechnic providers; San Diego Fireworks; which was
booked for that date, Pyro Spectaculars located in Rialto and Fireworks
America located in Lakeside. Staff requested three different estimates $15,000,
$20,000 and $25,000. Pyro Spectacular provided estimates at $17,000,
$20,000 and $25,000. Fireworks America provided estimates $15,000 and
$20,000. He indicated Staff was proposing a showing at $20,000; the
difference in the proposal was Pyro Spectacular show would be simulcast,
broadcast over KOLA Radio 99.9 and offered free advertisement for the show,
it would be a 20 minute show and would provide 1,136 shells or approximately
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one shell per second. Fireworks America did not offer simulcast and would
provide 694 shells or approximately one shell per 1.7 seconds. He noted there
was cost estimated for Staff; which was all of Community Services and Lake
Staff for a 12 hour day would be a little under $10,000. Staff recommendation
was that Council authorize a $10,000 expenditure for the deposit for the
fireworks and staffing be addressed as part of the 2004/2005 Fiscal Year
Budget and request Council to exempt Staff from LEMC Chapter 3.08.070
(formal bidding process), due to the unique nature of the service being
provided. He indicated that there were not a lot of Pyrotechnic companies in
the area.
Mayor Pro Tem Kelley commented she was pleased to see that Staff brought
back the boat parade. She felt it was a wonderful location and this was the type
of event that citizens expected from their community. She commented part of
the discussion during the Study Session was to encourage individuals to park at
Diamond Stadium as part of the promotion material.
Councilman Hickman commented that it was an excellent idea and wanted to
inform boaters that when they bring their boats in and put lights on their boats
they could be included in the boat parade.
Councilman Magee commented he was concerned about the amount of money
being requested; however the funds spent would be offset by the economic gain
that the community could gamer from this type of event, he felt it would bring
more commerce into the valley and that was the benefit. He thought it was
great to bring focus back to the Lake. He stressed adding into the
recommendation that Staff worked particularly close with our local merchants,
specifically the boat oriented community and the campground community. He
commented that he had spent a great deal of time with Mr. Pete Dawson and
had the opportunity in the past to be a passenger on his boat during the past
boat parades and felt it was an excellent opportunity to show community pride.
Councilman Schiffner commented that the majority of the perimeter of the
Lake was private property and moved to approve the event.
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MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY HICKMAN AND CARRIED
BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR THE JULY 4TH EVENT, AND EXEMPT STAFF FROM THE
FORMAL BIDDING PROCESS AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER
INTO A CONTRACT WITH PYRO SPECTACULARS.
32. Consideration of State Proposition 57 and Proposition 58. (F:96.1)
Mayor Buckley indicated that he had asked City Manager Watenpaugh to
have this item on the agenda for the City Council to approve a letter of
support for Propositions 57 and 58.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE LETTER AS WRITTEN.
34. Resolution of Support for EVMWD's LEAPS Proiect. (F:164.2)
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Councilman Schiffner moved to have the item continued.
Mayor Buckley explained that discussion from the Study Session revealed
that EVMWD in some capacity contacted the City and asked that the item be
pulled. He commented that he would allow residents to speak on the issue.
Lee Roberts, 17431 Custer, objected to the proposed hydroelectric plant. She
noted the preferred location was near Butterfield Elementary School. She
urged Council to research the item further.
JoAnn McCracken, 33040 Dowman Street, commented that she was a
Lakeland Village resident and any project affecting their side of the Lake
should be presented to those residents for their input.
Barbara Dye, 33127 Dowman Street, indicated that recently the City voted on
the habitat plan and the Cleveland National Forest made the list for 1 of the
top 10 threaten wildlife areas for the second year. She suggested the Council
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become aware of the major impact this project would have in the community
of Lakeland Village and Butterfield Elementary School.
Mike Palmer, 33281 Ortega Highway, indicated he was involved in this
project since 1996; back when his son was a senior in high school, they spoke
with Boardmembers that were pushing for this project. They decided to go
along with the project and applied $1 million towards the project. He noted
safety was big issue.
Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest, commented that she served on the LEAPS
Committee in the past and strongly recommended that the City studied this
project carefully. She believed the power lines would be close to homes and
to the elementary school in that area. She indicated that she was against
power lines in the National Forest; and noted that she had 25 acres bum next
to the National Forest on her property in Arizona because of power lines. She
also commented that Mr. Alongi asked her to inform Council that he was also
against this project. She noted the EVMWD to date had spent $1,397,552 to
pay consultants and for trips to Washington D.C.
Councilman Schiffner commented that he had requested to table the item
because the Water District had asked for the opportunity to make a
presentation which they were not able to do at this Council Meeting. The
reason it was on the Agenda was that it had come before LESJW A and they
passed a resolution supporting this project; and being that he represented the
City of Lake Elsinore on that committee, he felt it was not proper to
recommend without the vote of the City Council.
Councilman Magee requested that when the item came back before Council
with the presentation from the Water District, that City Staff notified the
Supervisor's Office and the Congressman's Office to obtain a written
statement or attend a Council Meeting regarding the issue. He commented
there was a noticed business item on the Agenda and he did not hear anyone
speak in favor of the item.
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Mayor Buckley commented that there was potential good from the City's
financial point of view and potential bad from a good neighbor point of view.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO TABLE THE ITEM.
34. Annual Financial Reports for Fiscal Year Ended June 30. 2003. (F:24.1)
City Manager Watenpaugh gave an overview of the item. He noted there
would be a Study Session on March 4, 2004 on Bond Debt. He deferred to
Administrative Services Director Pressey.
Administrative Services Director Pressey gave a brief overview of what was
before Council. He commented that Finance Manager Kim Magee did an
outstanding job of coordinating the audit schedule and the whole audit
process; and did an excellent job at closing the books while assisting and
preparing the annual budget at the same time. He introduced Mr. Rich
Teaman the auditor contracted by Staff. He noted there was a new accounting
and reporting called the Government Accounting Standard Boards Statement
(GASBY 34) that had come out. He noted it changed the way the City
reported the CAFR. He commented that GASBY 34 provided a consolidated
look at the City and gave an indication of the financial condition of the City
and how the City improved or how the financial condition deteriorated from
one year to the next. The statement provided a long term perspective of the
City; and the old reporting model gave a current perspective and focus. The
purpose it served was to account for the financial flows of the City through
the City during the year; which was needed for budget compliance. The legal
level of budgetary control existed under the old method. The new reporting
model looked beyond the current focus and in the new CAFR both were
presented the new model required the City's infrastructure be reported in the
financial statements; where before it was buildings, improvements,
equipments and other fixed assets, it now included all of the City's
infrastructure. In 2001/2002 the City contracted with a consultant to do an
inventory of all infrastructure, the process included placing value,
determining its' useful and then depreciating it. As the years progress those
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assets are depreciating in value and represent a certain level of deterioration;
and if the City was not applying new money to rehab those assets, slowly the
financial condition in the reporting model would deteriorate. He felt as
though GASBY 34 was a healthy improvement in the reporting. The City
ended the year with approximately $2.5 million of revenue greater than
expenditures and was able to put a $1 million of that in the reserves and go
forward into this fiscal year in a good position.
Administrative Services Director Pressey explained the Redevelopment
Agency budgeting. He noted there were three project areas in the low/
moderate housing fund. Project area one was on the road to becoming
healthy, the property tax went up about $700,000 during the year and there
was a $2 million deficit fund balance, but the future outlook was good.
Project area two was very healthy and would continue to be healthy. Project
area three was still struggling and there was some development in the
planning stages; and when the development came forward it would increase
the property value in the area.
Administrative Services Director Pressey commented on the PF A and the
Recreation Authority. The PF A was there to purchase public infrastructure
and all debt service payments were made, all the reserve requirements were
met and operating as planned. There was one major bond issue with the
Recreation Authority and the City had made all the payments, it was a
variable rate bond, the variable rate at that time was under 1 %. The average
rate for the year was 1.19%.
Administrative Services Director Pressey commented that the last two
reports, briefly the Agreed-upon Procedures was nothing to speak of, there
was no exceptions noted from their audit and the Management Letter was a
house cleaning item Staff had plan to implement. He deferred to Richard
Teaman ofTRS Certified Public Accountants.
Mr. Teaman commended City Staff on their professionalism. He commented
it was a challenge with the implementation of GASBY 34. He explained it
was a requirement to implement GASBY 34 this year; and noted the
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financial statement from the year before looked dramatically different than
this year's statement. He commented that the City, as in the past had
submitted its financial statements of the City (CAFR) to the California
Society of Municipal Finance Officers for what was considered to be an
award program for CAFR presentation. He explained that by law they were
required to perform a financial audit, in doing so their objective was to state
an opinion that those financial statements were fairly presented. He
indicated that through this process they were able to come up with an
unqualified opinion for all four entities, which was the highest level of
opinion that could be issued. They were able to accomplish this through
testing, substantiating certain balances, and testing other balances.
City Treasurer Weber recited a statement on the report that read: Weare not
engaged and did not perform an audit. He inquired what that statement
meant.
Mr. Teaman explained that particular document City Treasurer Weber was
referring to was an Agreed-upon Procedures report relating to the
appropriation limits, under the State Constitution each year as a result of
Proposition 13, and Proposition Ill, you are required to issue an
appropriations limit, that limited how much of your appropriation of taxes
could be used each year. As part of the audit under the State Constitution,
auditors had to issue a report in relation to that appropriation limit and that
particular type of report was not an audit it was an Agreed-upon procedure,
the remaining documents in the package were full audits.
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City Treasurer Weber indicated that the auditor was confusing him. He
inquired where an individual would find statements on a CFD.
Mr. Teaman explained that essentially they did not issue a financial
statement on CFD's, they issued financial statements on each legal entity
within the City that included: City, Redevelopment Agency, Public Finance
Authority and Recreation Authority. The document City Treasurer Weber
was relating to was a very specific aspect of the City, just the appropriations
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limit of the City, and the auditor had to perform certain procedures on that
document and issue a report.
City Treasurer Weber indicated that he did not want to get into bond issues
at this time and thanked City Manager Watenpaugh for scheduling the March
4th Study Session. However he did inquire about the health of the RDA as
far as bonds and bond payments.
Administrative Service Director Pressey explained that with the RDA, all
debt service payments were made during the year. He noted on page 73 of
250 it described all of the long term debt of the City meaning all of the
components of the City combined.
City Treasurer Weber indicated that on page 24 of 250 on the bottom of the
page read: We issued a report dated December. He inquired if this was the
supplement, because last year there was a supplemental report.
Mr. Teaman explained that under government auditing standards there was a
report that related to internal controls and as part of the audit report it referred
to that and was tied in also with what was called a single audit. This type of
audit was on federal assistance and had not been completed at this point. City
Treasurer Weber inquired on the status of that particular audit. Mr. Teaman
indicated it was good so far.
City Treasurer Weber inquired if there were other audits that were more
detailed. He commented it sounded as though Mr. Teaman was getting most
of his information from the City Manager.
Mr. Teaman indicated that was not correct, as the best source for audit
information was from outside sources. He commented that when talking
about cash and being Mr. Weber was the City Treasurer, he assumed Mr.
Weber was mostly talking about cash, to keep in mind there was a lot more in
the report than just cash, but in relation to cash all of your cash was
confirmed with each bank, the balance they are holding as of June 30th, This
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report was June 30, 2003; those balances are confirmed by the institution
holding the securities.
Councilman Magee indicated that he read every page and referred to page 16
of 250, under revenue sources fines and forfeitures there was an increase of
over 79% and inquired if that was a one time thing or was it a direct result of
some special program. Administrative Services Director advised that he did
not know offhand what that increase was exactly. City Manager
Watenpaugh indicated it was possibly a combination of Code Enforcement,
street sweeping citations and the Lake.
Councilman Magee indicated that under expenditures, general government
decreased by 17% which seemed fairly significant and asked Mr. Pressey to
elaborate.
Mr. Pressey explained it was combination of a number of things, specific to
which department he did not recall. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated
Staff would research and report back to Councilman Magee. Councilman
Magee inquired about the 124% in Community Services. City Manager
Watenpaugh explained a part of that was that the Lake was rolled into
Community Services.
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Councilman Magee read verbatim from page 26 pf250- City of Lake
Elsinore total debt had a net decrease of$19,909,724, a decrease of 10.0%
during the current fiscal year. He noted that was significant.
Councilman Magee commented on the RDA financial report page 163 of 250,
under liabilities there were advances from other governments. He asked Mr.
Pressey to explain the total $9 million plus. Mr. Pressey explained that was
an advance from the City's general fund. Councilman Magee commented on
page 187 of250 there was loan payable to the County of Riverside over
$500,000; he inquired if those were the funds RCTC advanced the RDA.
City Manager Watenpaugh explained that those funds came from the County
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Councilman Magee commented on the PFA page 211 of250, total net assets,
noting there was a negative number and inquired if he should be concerned
about that number. Mr. Pressey explained this was the long term perspective
and anything with a negative number was a flag. The PF A was operating in a
positive condition the revenues received were making debt services. He
noted the changes in net assets were $5.2 and if that continued at that rate the
ending amount would change next year into the positive.
Councilman Magee commented on the Recreation Authority document page
240 of250, total net assets were in the negative $15.5 million and inquired if
that was debt transferred from the Stadium. Mr. Pressey confirmed it was the
debt from the Stadium.
Councilman Magee requested elaboration on the Capital Outlay Section under
Staff recommendation on page 6 of 250. Mr. Pressey explained it was the
auditors recommendation, that the City had a separate account setup to track
only capital outlay, expenditures that got capitalized and added as a fixed
asset for the City.
Councilman Hickman commented the City was on the right track going back
to where the City should be. He was concerned that the City had few
problems, but was working its way out. He suggested forecasting out 5 years.
Mayor Pro Tern Kelley commented that there was over a $6 million loan that
was forgiven from the State Water Resources Control Board from the
agreement she and Councilman Schiffner hammered out with EVMWD.
Mayor Buckley commented that part of $94 million in assets included the
Stadium, which was valued at about $14 million. Mr. Pressey confirmed.
Mayor Buckley reiterated that the RDA owed $9 million to the City and $3
million to itself. Mr. Pressey confirmed.
Mayor Buckley addressed the bonds the PF A was repaying, noting the cost of
those bonds was going to go up and inquired on making those payments in
the future. Mr. Pressey explained the PFA was a conduit the RDA was
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making payments at a higher rate than what the PF A paid, so the PF A should
be solvent at all times in theory. The structure of the PFA debt was such that
there was a match.
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY MAGEE AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE ANNUAL
FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2003.
35. General Plan Update. (F:83.1)
City Manager Watenpaugh gave an overview of the item. He noted Staff had
presented Council an outline of how to potentially proceed with the General
Plan Updates. He deferred to Community Development Director Brady.
Community Development Brady indicated the items before Council were
general background information regarding the General Plan. He noted each
City and County jurisdiction in the State of California was required by law to -
have a General Plan. The City did have a General Plan and the last time the
General Plan was comprehensively updated was in 1990, the Housing Element
was updated in 2002 the Circulation Element was updated 1995. The housing
element was the only element of the General Plan that was required to be
updated on a regular basis which would be due again in 2007. He indicated by
law there were seven required elements that had to be included in the General
Plan; Land Use Element, Circulation Element, Housing Element, Conservation
Element, Open Space Element, Noise Element and Safety Element. The time
frame to update a General Plan was between 18 months and 2 years, and to do
a comprehensive overview including the environmental documentation and the
seven mandated elements along with possibly additional elements the City
might want to require; such as a Tourist Economic Development or maybe a
Lake Management Element. The cost was about $850,000 to $1 million to do
a comprehensive update of the General Plan. The Council might also want to
review the City's zoning regulations. The General Plan could be amended
each year and could be changed to address various changes in the community.
He noted that since 1990 the population has more than doubled.
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Councilman Magee indicated that the original process for the 1990 General
Plan began in 1986 with the selection of the first consultant. He noted this
process needed strong staff, Council, Planning Commission and a strong
General Plan Advisory Committee. He noted the element of Historic
Preservation was one area that Lake Elsinore clearly had Murrieta and
Temecula beat, with over 100 years of incorporated history; and he would like
to see that as part of one of the elements that would be modified in the General
Plan. He complimented Community Development Director Brady and his
Staff on the draft "Request for Proposals". He suggested some revisions to
Item 5.0, the language needed to be strengthen to indicate the special
sensitivity the V alley has to its' immediate neighbors. Under Item 5c he
suggested adding a line item that provided for periodic budget reviews as the
consultant reached certain task thresholds; this would allow the City to keep
the project on time and on budget. Under Item C4 there should be something
included to provide for change orders and have those change orders come
before Council before money was expended. He hoped to move through the
schedule with a slight modification of the suggested revisions and have it
executed by May, 2004 or June, 2004.
Community Development Director Brady indicated that Housing Clerk Lisa
Alexen played a major part in compiling and putting this draft together.
Councilman Schiffner commented that Councilman Magee had made some
worthwhile additional request and he agreed with those requests.
Mayor Pro Tern Kelley commented that with the adoption of the MSHCP,
Council needed to go back and look at the General Plan and the transportation
element with the growth coming to the area.
Councilman Hickman inquired if this was allocated in the budget for next
year.
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Administrative Services Director Pressey commented that it was not in the
budget for next year.
City Manager Watenpaugh explained the intent was to bring it forward for
Council to allocate a portion of the funds in this fiscal year and a portion next
fiscal year.
Councilman Hickman inquired if there were particular elements that should be
handled first.
Community Development Director Brady explained the most important
element that drove a lot of this was the Land Use Element.
Mayor Buckley indicated this had been overdue. He noted there should be a
sentence included that would remove the scream factor out of potential
annexation on a Lake Elsinore document. He suggested adding a sentence to
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MOVED BY BUCKLEY, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO MAKE THE REVISIONS SUGGESTED BY
COUNCIL AND BRING THE PROPOSAL BACK TO COUNCIL ON THE
CONSENT CALENDAR.
Public Comments - Non-Agendized Items - 3 minutes
Tim Fleming, 17970 Lakeshore Drive, thanked the new Council majority for
finally directing City Staff to address the annoying issue of Lake front
property. He indicated as owners received letters to clean up their property
there was a brief moment of hope as some began to clean up years of stored
trash and motor homes and vehicles that had been stored on the properties for
years. He further indicated that within the past two weeks what was removed
was now back on their property and he hoped the enforcement of these
violations would have some "teeth"; and questioned if the citation carried a
low fine, what was to prevent the owner from paying the fine and keeping the
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vehicles or motorhomes stored on their property. Mr. Fleming indicated when
he ran for City Council he signed a Code of Fair Campaign Practices. In the
Lake Elsinore packet binders section 7 it was clear of the size of the signs and
the time limits to have a sign removed, on August 6,2003, Councilman
Schiffner's signed the same agreement as other candidates. He inquired how
Councilman Schiffner had signage larger than allowed and how was it that his
billboard was still up.
Edith Stafford passed on public comment.
Ron LaPere, 16867 Wells Street, indicated as the Chairman of the Planning
Commission that he applauded the action of the City Council for bringing the
General Plan up to speed. He noted several months back at a Planning
Commission Meeting he raised a question regarding the General Plan. He
thanked Mayor Buckley and Councilman Magee for visiting their Planning
Commission Meeting and observing.
Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest, commented that the area between Riverside
Drive and Chaney on Lakeshore Drive was becoming violently dangerous.
She noted there was only one sign indicating the speed limit and no passing
sIgns.
Tom Solak, 33609 View Point Drive, indicated he was proposing to the City
to have a manufacturing facility to distribute auto repair equipment to all auto
repair facilities in Southern California. There was a 10 acre parcel zoned M-l
located at Collier Avenue and Riverside Drive available for lease and the
adjacent 6 acres was available for sale. He noted his intentions were to bring
400 to 500 employees to Lake Elsinore. He commented he would like to
request the Planning Commission requirements on those parcels.
Mayor Buckley inquired if he spoken with Assistant City Manager Best
regarding his plans. He confirmed he had spoken with Assistant City
Manager Best.
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CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
No comments.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
City Attorney Leibold indicated that the City Council had three items of
Closed Session. Two circumstances of anticipated litigation identified as
Item A on the Agenda and Item B Public Employment Evaluation - City
Manager. Those items were discussed and there was no reportable action.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Mayor Pro Tern Kelley congratulated the Chamber award winners and gave
her condolences to Connie Whittaker's family.
Councilman Hickman gave his condolences to the Whittaker family and
Brewster family. He indicated he took a trip to Martha's Kitchen and
received an education. He noted they had 120 beds, 8 for women, 8 for men
and the 104 for families. He thanked the City for the money donated to
purchase cameras for student; and noted there were 150 cameras purchased
and cameras were given to the kids to go out and take pictures of what they
thought was right with Lake Elsinore. He complimented all the ladies that
were at the Chamber Dinner.
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Councilman Schiffner apologized for not being able to attend the Chamber
Dinner due to being under the weather.
Councilman Magee reminded everyone of the EDC Luncheon, Thursday,
February 12,2004 at II :30 a.m. and the program would feature a candidate
forum for County Supervisor. He commented that he had installed a new
phone line that was listed in the phone book and the number was (909) 678-
4515 he encouraged all citizens to call him anytime. He also encouraged
individuals that were interested in serving on the Public Safety Commission
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that earlier there were two development projects going through the
development process and they went through in different ways. He noted the
type of project had nothing to do with it, but the applicant had everything to
do with it. He noted both companies had been before the Council before and
both companies had a track record, one not so good. The message was that
the City and City Staff needed to be taken seriously, he noted the appreciation
of the development in the community, but with that come responsibility to
respect the citizens and the Staff of this town; and to come in and disregard
our conditions, laws and ordinances until the night before a public hearing
was offensive. He commented on Code Enforcement in regard to Mr.
Fleming's comments, and explained the initial letter generated activity people
rushing trying to comply and then there would be a protracted malaise. He
noted that he had been assured by Staff they would remain diligent and had a
schedule and program, and reassured Mr. Fleming ifhe was patient he
believed there would be results that would please Mr. Fleming.
Mayor Buckley announced the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale,
Saturday at the Library. He reminded everyone Thursday, February 12,2004,
5 :00 p.m. there would be a Study Session on Railroad Canyon Interchange
and Thursday, February 19,2004 at 6:00 p.m. there would be a Study Session
on the Country Club Heights Overlay District.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY HICKMAN AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AT 10:10 P.M.
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HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
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