HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-25-2003 City Council MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2003
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CALL TO ORDER
The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Brinley at Si0
p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
BUCKLEY, HICKMAN,
KELLEY, SCHIFFNER,
BRINLEY
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS
NONE
Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager Best,
Community Development Director Brady, Community Services Director
Sapp, Engineering Manager O'Donnell, Finance Manager Magee,
Information/Communications Manager Dennis Planning Manager Villa,
Public Works Manager Payne and Deputy City Clerk Paredes.
CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED
LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b)
of Section 549569 (1 case). (F:52.1)(X:40.1)
City Attorney Leibold announced the Closed Session discussion item aslisted
above.
THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED TO
CLOSED SESSION AT 5:12 P.M.
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The Closed Session discussion was completed at 6:45 p.m.
RECONVENE PUBLIC SESSION (7:00 p.m.)
Mayor Brinley reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting in public session at
7:02 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Police Chief Walsh.
INVOCATION
Mayor Brinley led the Meeting in a Moment of Sileii Reflection.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
BUCKLEY, HICKMAN,
KELLEY, SCffiFFNER,
BRINLEY
NONE
Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager Best,
City Attorney Leibold, Community Development Director Brady, Community
Services Director Sapp, Acting Fire Chief Shymanski, Police Chief Walsh,
Finance Manager Magee, Information/Communications Manager Dennis and
City Clerk/Human Resources Director Kasad.
PRESENTATIONS
a. Presentation - Tri-Lakes Youth FootbalL
Not present.
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b. Presentation - Inland Pacific Properties LLC. (F:134.7)
City Manager Watenpaugh introduced Doug Wetter in connection with the
K-Mart facilities. Mr. Wetter offered to answer any questions regarding the
site, but indicated that they had not yet closed on the property and there were
still several issues to be resolved. He noted that there were three different
bankruptcy courts involved, but the final actions were very close. He
indicated that he had been in real estate most of his life, and had built single
family and commercial projects. Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner indicated that he
realized this type of organization had a considerable investtnent in the
property, and questioned the long range goals for the property. Mr. Wetter
indicated that they were long hold investors and not interested in a quick
turnover. He further indicated that they were a family company, but did not
specifically know what they would do with the property. He advisedthat
there was some thought to returning the theater to theater use; and they were
also talking to parties about the K-Mart property. He stressed that they were
looking for a solid tenant. Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner inquired if they
intended to build more on the site. Mr. Wetter indicated they did not.
Councilman Buckley inquired if they had any intent of requesting assistance
from the City or the Redevelopment Agency. Mr. Wetter indicated that
they did not intend to, but possibly down the road they would propose
something. He advised that there was no need for assistance at this time.
Councilman Hickman inquired when they might clean up the landscaping
on-site. Mr. Wetter concurred that it was an eyesore; and indicated that one
of the early things would be to get a landscape architect in place to address
the landscaping. He noted that would be the first step because the property
needed to be attractive to be marketable. Councilman Hickman questioned
the timing. Mr. Wetter indicated that he could nat answer until the architect
meets with the City to determine the expectations, but they would pursue it
as soon as possible.
Councilwoman Kelley questioned the possibility of community theater use
of the facility. Mr. Wetter indicated that the first thought would be to
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investigate the movie theater uses, but they needed to see where the market
was. He suggested that since that was the prior use it was a logical place to
start; and he would hope that was the case, as there appeared to be a need.
Councilman Hickman suggested working with Assistant City Manager Best
to use the Economic Gardening Program to assist with the theater potential.
He noted that there was a possibility that there was a need for Spanish
speaking movies.
Mayor Brinley welcomed Mr. Wetter to the City, and indicated that she
looked forward to them doing business in the community. She encouraged
the movie theater use, and noted that many people in the community sorely
miss it.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS
Requests were received to address the following items and deferred to those
discussions:
Item Nos. 21, 31, and 33.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS
PRESENTED.
The following Minutes were approved:
a. City Council Study Session -January 16, 2003.
b. Joint City CounciURedevelopment Agency Study Session - January
28, 2003.
c. Regular City Council Meeting -January 28, 2003. (F:44.4)
2. Ratified Warrant List for February 13, 2003. (F:123)
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3. Received and ordered filed the Investment Report for January, 2003.
(F:12.5)
4. Approved Revisions to the Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency
(R.C.H.C.A.) Joint Powers Agreements, and authorized execution of the
Agreement. (F:68.1)(X:763)
5. Approved Professional Services Agreement withNoble Consultants for
Design, Fabrication & Installation of Axial Flow Pump Destratification
System, in an amount not to exceed $40,000. (F:68.1)(X:92.1)
6. Accepted Low Bid from Service First forCity Hall Roof Project in the
amount of $57,059. (F:50.1)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
21. Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan No.92-4 and
Tentative Tract Map No. 30788 located North of McVicker Park and West
of Grand Avenue and Lincoln Street covering an area designated as the La
Laguna Estates Specific Plan. (F:150.2)(X:160.2)
Community Development Director Brady detailed this item and advised that
La Laguna covered about 449 acres of land, and could include up to 660
residential units, 142 acres of open space and 140 acres of natural open
space. He further advised that the Development Agreement for this
property was approved in 1991. He indicated that the proposed amendment
was the most significant change to the original plan, as it would change 180
attached units to 110 single family detached units. He noted that there were
other minor modifications and updates to the specific planincluded in this
action. He indicated that the Tentative Tract Map was for 47 acres. He
advised that a number of concerns were addressed at the Planning
Commission Meeting with regard to traffic generation which would impact
Lincoln Street and Sunswept. He indicated that the Planning Commission
had recommended that Sunswept be used for emergency access only; and
noted that the design presented had been approved by the Fire Department.
He explained that there would be no barriers, but a material called Turfcrete,
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which would allow grass to grow in the area. He commented that a letter
had been submitted by the applicant, which questioned a number of the
conditions of approval; including the requirement for traffic signals at
McVicker Canyon and Grand, and Audelo and Grand. He eaplained that
their request was that the full cost not be placed on them. He indicated that
they also questioned participation in the City-wide Public Safety CFD,
which was being formed; and suggested that the condition be revised to
require participation in the CFD for Police and Fire; and clarified that this
would not cover roadway maintenance. He addressed Condition No. 22
regarding paying far the street lights; a~l noted that until the streets were
accepted by the City, the developer would pay for the lights. He suggested
that the first sentence on Condition No. 33, be eliminated. He clarified that
Condition 85 required that all drainage easements, basins, etc.be maintained
by the HOA, meaning that this would only be the retention basins and v-
basins. He advised that with regard to the multi~urpose trail, the HOA
would be responsible for maintenance of the trail; and the applicant believed
the City should be responsible. He also noted a letter from George Dale,
property owner, regarding the Conditions regulating construction hours,
since they want to work on Saturdaysto do the core drilling of curbs to
allow for drainage. He clarified that the drainage issue was regulated by the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. Mr. Brady highlighted
the first and second phases of the project and noted that the second phase
was still under review.
Mayor Brinley opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m.
Ellen Michiel, Project Manager, 31516 Denton Road, Winchester, expressed
hopes that the Council would be pleased with this project. She noted the
presence of the project Traffic Engineer and the Planning Consultant to
assist in answering any questions. She thanked the City for their cooperation
and commended the work of Planner Carol Donohoe. She advised that they
had met with the Water Quality Control Board and were being required to
deepen the retention basins along Sunswept and fully landscape them. She
clarified that this would not mean that water would be standing in the basins,
but rather they would need to hold water for 48 hours after a storm event.
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She further clarified that they would be landscaped, fenced; and the
applicant would be working with the Vector Control District for appropriate
control measures. She indicated that with regard to the traffic signal issue,
they were not questioning the signals, they were questioning how they were
paid for. She noted that the original Development Agreement was done
eight years ago and required participation in a CFD and the payment of
mitigation fees. She indicated that there was a specific statement on certain
mitigated facilities including traffic control. She explained that the location
of the required signals was designated and their construction was triggered
by development, but indicated that their pro rata share would be 34%. She
indicated that the CFD listed the signal at McVicker and Grand, and
suggested that funding should be available through the CFD. She
recommended that the CFD pay for the signal, but if the funding was not
available, they would be willing to meet and confer on how to allocate the
costs of the signal based on a pro-rata share. She requested an amendment
to allow for meet and confer. She indicated that with respect to the second
signal, it was not mentioned in any of the previous documents; and stressed
that the Development Agreement required that they pay their pro-rata share
wherever the project contributes to the need, so their share would be 14%.
She commented that they had provided an adequate solution for Sunswept
and detailed the plan for the emergency access. She indicated that with
regard to the trail, there were a number of questions regarding the
requirements in the Development Agreement. She expressed concern with
the liability arising from the trail and their ability to monitor it; and
requested reconsideration of this item. She indicated that the lots were
smaller, but the houses would be beautiful and more compatible with the
surrounding area. She stressed that they had significantly reduced the
density and number of units, resulting in reduced impacts on traffic and
schools. She indicated that their primary market would be the mature
buyers.
George Dale, representing the property avners, indicated that most of the
issues had been covered, but emphasized his concern with the trails issue
and insurance. He stressed that insuring a public facility as a private
individual was virtually impossible. He addressed the original discussions
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on the CFD and their willingness to dedicate the land, but questioned the
requirement to maintain it. He suggested that the City could maintain it just
like a park, and cities can insure parks and take care of a public trail. He
stressed that this would not be a private trail. He indicated that he believed
the requirement might be in violation of one of the conditions of the
Development Agreement, as another fee.
Woody Woodward, 29108 Sunswept, spoke in opposition to the plan and
noted that he had done so since the original plan. He noted that the Principal
of the school was also concerned. He indicated that City staff guaranteed
that the problem was resolved, but the plans had not changed. He stressed
that the plan still allows cars through the road, and half of their problems on
Lincoln Street are the kids in cars. He noted the ongoing traffic problems
and a prior meeting held at the school. He indicated that the plan did not
address the concerns and he felt he had been grossly misled.
Peter Teriankos, resident of Sun Harbor Court, representing the Sierra Club,
indicated that this project would be almost in his back yard. He requested
that approval be delayed until there could be coordination with the County
Multi-Species Plan. He presented copies of sia~teen pages of information
regarding the impacted areas. He stressed that this was a major wildlife
corridor, and reiterated that it should be coordinated with the County plan.
He questioned the existence of a hillside ordinance regulating development.
He concuned with Mr. Woodward's comments regarding traffic impacts.
He suggested that the quality of homes proposed did not match the quality of
the rest of the neighborhood, and expressed concern that his home would be
devalued by the development.
Karla Papaco, 29101 Wayfarer Lane, reiterated the concerns of the prior
speakers, noting that she lives two streets from Sunswept. She noted
specific concerns about traffic and a blind corner. She stressed that the
hillside was full of habitat. She also expressed concerns about the
development in general, but if they had to build homes, there should be
standards in place. She suggested postponement of this item due to the
number of pending questions, such as adequate landscaping of the slopes
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Mayor Brinley offered the applicant an opportunity to respond to the
questions presented. Ms. Michiel indicated that the project had significant
environmental review at the original planning phase. She indicated that this
project would dedicate 140 acres of undisturbed open space, with a
conservation easement over it. She further indicated that they would be
forming a 501-3c to administer the property. She noted that over half of the
developable property would be left as open space. Shestressed that the
criteria of all governmGnt agencies would have to be met before the project
was implemented. She clarified that the property was not within the area
designated for acquisition for multi-species habitat. She stressed that the
new plan carried lower density, and the homes would range from 1,360
square feet to 2,000 square feet; with the next phase ranging up to 3,000
square feet. Mayor Brinley questioned the original plan houses. Ms.
Michiel indicated that they were proposed at 900 to 1,000 square feet. She
stressed that these would be homes vs. condominiums or townhouses. She
also stressed that the project would be much more compatible with the
surrounding properties. She indicated that she felt that it was a good project
and she did not feel the comments were fair.
Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner noted the concerns mentioned and suggested that
it would affect several property owners. He stressed his need to make
decisions which would be for the good of the City. He indicatedthat he was
opposed to any configuration of Sunswept Drive other than a through street.
He commented that the request would address the concerns of seven or eight
owners and deny access to 50 or 60 others. He suggested that it could be
closed entirely, but that would not prevent people from driving through. He
indicated that he would prefer to close it off at Lincoln. He recommended
not accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and revert
to a thru street as originally proposed.
Councilman Hickman indicated that the street looked like it was designed to
go through; and expressed concern with safety for the kids going to school.
He questioned the 14% factor for the traffic signal, and how it was
determined. Ms. Michiel introduced Mr. Ballard, who clarified the factors
for both traffic signals. Councilman Hickman requested clarification that
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they would agree to fund one and not the other. Ms. Michel clarified that the
CFD should pay for the McVicker signal, but they would only need to pay
their pro rata share for the Audelo signal. Mr. Ballard noted the counts for
each intersection. Councilman Hickman questioned the construction hours.
Community Development Director Brady indicated that they would be from
7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Councilman Hickman concurred that Sunswept should go
straight through, as it looked like it was intended to go through.
Councilman Buckley questioned the CFD mentioned. City Attorney Leibold
clarified that it was an existing CFD to fund public facilities. She further
clarified that Condition 20 was separate for Police and Fire services.
Councilman Buckley questioned the trails, with regard to the difficulty of
the insurance problem. City Attorney Leibold indicated that she was not
aware of the insurance problems. She indicated that the trail was primarily a
maintenance obligation. Councilman Buckley addressed the limitation of
access to Sunswept, and indicated that it was one of the few things he agreed
with on the plan. He expressed understanding of the difficulty of driving
around, but noted that it would give the neighborhood a closer feel. He
questioned the average lot size and house size below the slope area; and if
the larger homes would be in that area. Community Development Director
Brady confirmed. Councilman Buckley noted that the smaller lots were
mostly in the middle of the plan, and noted that the publicly maintained
slope was technically part of the lot. He recognized that it was a standard
practice, but noted that it made the buildable pad sizes smaller than the rest
of the neighborhood. He noted the comments of Mr. Terianl~s and noted
that growth was important and a good thing, but questioned the
environmental impacts and whether that work was done before or after the
MSHCP. Ms. Michiel indicated that they were subject to the requirements
of the Specific Plan adopted in 1998, including the dedication of open space.
She stressed that the plan was already adopted and they would have to abide
by it; and noted that the requirements were probably more than the County
would require. City Manager Watenpaugh commented that the negotiation
with the resource agencies took place prior to the MSHCP. Councilman
Buckley noted that the lights would be part of the LLMD, but this
development would be exempt from the County TI.JMF. City Attorney
Leibold
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confirmed. Councilman Buckley questioned the City road fee. City
Attorney Leibold indicated that it wouldbe exempt. Councilman Buckley
questioned if they would be exempt from the Police and Fire fee. City
Attorney Leibold indicated that they would not be exempt. Councilman
Buckley addressed the design of the homes and inquired if the proposed
design was as shown in the diagrams. Ms. Michiel indicated that they had
been submitted for design review, but she could not answer definitely until
the review had been completed. She stressed that the current plan was a big
improvement over the original plan. Councilman Buckley concurred that
the design was better, but he wondered if certain areas could be mixed. He
suggested a more interesting house whichwas more aesthetically varied. He
stressed his concern with putting tiny houses on tiny lots in the middle of a
larger plan. He indicated that the rest seemed nice, but he did not
understand the thinking on the small lots.
Councilwoman Kelley clarified that this was an amendment to a Specific
Plan which was already adopted in 1991; with the right to build 480 homes
and 180 attached units. She stressed that they already had the right to
develop, but this amendment revises the initial approval to eliminate the
attached housing. She also clarified that this was only the beginning phase
of the project, and stressed that it was important to look at the total tract
maps, which show that Sunswept and Sandpiper were stub streets. She also
stressed that the streets were in the original plan adoption. She questioned
the trail maintenance issues. City Attorney Leibold noted that the developer
had cited provisions of the Development Agreement, but she would need to
review the agreement further. Councilwoman Kelley questioned the traffic
lights and related legal issues. City Attorney Leibold indicated that the
proposal was a question of financing and clarified the CFD funding.
Councilwoman Kelley questioned the light on Audelo. Community
Development Director Brady indicated that the City had the ability to
impose conditions for funding of these kinds of mitigation measures.
Councilwoman Keliey questioned the traffic light issues and if there was a
need to explore either issue further. City Attorney Leibold indicated that
unless an agreement was reached this evening, she would need an
opportunity to review the documentation and advise the Council. Ms.
Michel indicated that there was an agreement with regard to the funding
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of the signal through the CFD, but if there was not sufficient funds they
would work with the City on the financing. She indicated that another issue
for them was the requirement to install the signal by the 20`h Certificate of
Occupancy, and indicated that they would be willing to go with the 156tn
Certificate, but the Planning Commission said the 20`~'. She indicated that
they anticipated construction starting in July of this year, and suggested that
this condition be placed on the end of the first phase.
Ms. Michiel clarified the Development Agreement with regard to Audelo.
She addressed the issue of a"hold harmless" clause; and indicated that they
would want the City to assume the liability due to the public access factor.
City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that it was not an issue of maintaining
the trail, but he was not sure the JPIA would allow the City to insure it. Ms.
Michel suggested a contract for provision of the maintenance. There was
general discussion of possible scenarios.
Councilwoman Kelley suggested that there were legal issues which could
not be addressed at this meeting, and stressed the need to keep the City
protected against liability. Councilwoman Kelley questioned the basins on
Sunswept. The project engineer indicated that they were designed to
address the Regional Water Board's concern for low flows. He indicated
that there would be vegetation and facilities to accept the flow, routed
through the basins and discharged into the storm drain system.
Councilwoman Kelley questioned the location of the basins. Ms. Michel
identified the locations on the tract map. Councilwoman Kelley questioned
the proposal for the emergency access. Community Development Director
Brady indicated that the Planning Commission agreed to what was being
presented tonight. Councilwoman Kelley indicated that Mr. Woodward
had made his case, in that it would not be gated, but there would be a sign to
which no one would pay attention. She suggested that the sign was almost
an open invitation and it would become a safety hazard. She indicated that
for this reason she would rather see the street opened up. She further
indicated that she did not find it fair or equitable to the other residents who
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would be impacted later. She commented that it did not make sense for
Sunswept to be closed, forcing all traffic down Sandpiper and McVicker;
and indicated that she would prefer to keep it as a regular street. Community
Development Director Brady confirmed that it was shown as a stub street in
the original plan, and what was shown as a cul-de-sac was on La Laguna
Estates property. Ms. Michiel clarified the original Specific Plan, which
assumed that there would be a gated and closed area, with Sunswept serving
as an emergency access only. She noted that the Specific Plan was clear
that Sandpiper would be a through street; and indicated that she had already
begun to meet with property owners there to minimize the impacts on their
street. There was general discussion of the gating issue.
City Manager Watenpaugh summarized that if he understood correctly, there
was no issue on the signalization, as Phase IV was in 88-3 and some funds
did remain, there were also Development Agreement fees to be spent in the
area. He addressed the Homeowners Association and questioned if the City
maintained, owned and accepted liability there would not be an issue. Ms.
Michiel confirmed, noting that this had been done in Ventura County. She
clarified the maintenance issues and the related financial arrangements.
Councilwoman Kelley clarified that there was no issue on the light or the
trails, Sunswept was planned to be an emergency access, and the Fire
Department had approved the plan. Ms. Michiel confirmed.
Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner questioned the second signal on Audelo. City
Manager Watenpaugh noted that the Developer Agreement fees could be
used for that and be well within the limits. Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner
inquired if there were adequate warrants to require participation on Audelo.
City Manager Watenpaugh clarified that it would be based on the units
constructed. Project Engineer Ballard indicated that the issue would be
brought up at the latter part with regard to the traffic study, so they had
recommended that it be reviewed by the Traffic Engineer for the warrants.
Mayor Brinley indicated that she was o.k. with the trail, and the signals, but
still had issues on Sunswept Drive. She questioned the ability to maintain
public safety, as a sign would not stop people from going through the area.
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She questioned other possible means to prevent use. Community
Development Director Brady indicated that it had been left up to the Fire
Department, so they would have a say in how it wouldbe designed. Ms.
Michel noted the issues of cul-de-sac and rolled curbs. She explained that
they had suggested "turfcrete", and explained that grass would be planted in
the holes in the material. She str~ssed that the grass was intended to
discourage access other than emergency access. Mayor Brinley inquired if
they had an architectural rendering of the rightof-way and how it would
look, and noted the potential problems. Ms. Michiel indicated that the
product works in Bel-Air. There was general discussion of the original plan
vs. the proposed plan for this access.
MOVED BY BUCKLEY TO APPROVE THE ORDINANCE FOR THE
DESIGN LAYOUT AND THE PROVISIONS OF THE AMENDMENT TO
THE SPECIFIC PLAN.
Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner questioned if it would include the Sunswept
design revisions.
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER TO APPROVE THE
SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT WITH CLARIFICATIONS, THAT
SUNSWEPT WILL BE CLOSED ON A TRIAL BASIS, BUT IF IT
CREATES ISSUES, IT WILL BE OPENED UP.
City Attorney Leibold indicated that the issue on Sunswept was part of the
tract map which could not be done until the amendment was approved.
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCffiFFNER TO ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 1090, UPON FIRST READING BY TITLE ONLY:
ORDINANCE NO. 1090
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO.
1 TO SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 92-4, WHICH AMENDS CERTAIN
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SECTIONS OF THE LA LAGUNA ESTATES SPECIFIC PLAN BY
CHANGING LAND USES AND MAKING REFINEMENTS,
CLARIFICATIONS, AND UPDATES. THE LA LAGUNA SPECIFIC
PLAN COVERS AN AREA WHICH INCLUDES PARCELS
DESCRIBED AS APN 391-260-040, -047, -050, AND -051.
UPON THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: HICKMAN, KELLEY,
SCHIFFNER, BRINLEY
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: BUCKLEY
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
FINDINGS FOR AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE LA LAGUNA ESTATES SPECIFIC
PLAN:
1). The proposed Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan No. 92-4
will not be: a) detrimental to the health, safety, comfort or general welfare of
persons residing or working within the neighborhood of the proposed amendment
or within the City, or b). injurious to the property or improvements in the
neighborhood or within the City.
2). The proposed Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan No. 92-4
will permit reasonable development of the azea consistent with its constraints and
will make the area more comparible with adjacent properties.
3). The proposed Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan No. 92-4
would establish a land use density and usage more in character with the subject
property's location, access and constraints.
4). The proposed Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan No. 92-4
will not have a significant effect on the environment.
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MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY BRINLEY THAT SUNSWEPT WILL BE KEPT
CLOSED FOR EMERGENCY VEHICLES ONLY, WITH THE TURFCRETE PLAN ON
A TRIAL BASIS, HOWEVER IF IT CREATES ENFORCEMENT OR TRAFFiC ISSUES
IT WILL BE RECONSIDERED.
City Attorney Leibold noted that other conditions would need to be identified for the
record, including an Amendment to Condition No. 20 as presented this evening;
modificarion of Condition 22, involving the developer paying for the utilities until
accepted; an amendment to Condition 33 regarding the fencing plan to which the
developer had consented; and Condition 85 regarding maintenance of retention basins.
She indicated that with regard to the traffic signals they would be required, but funded by
available CFD funding or on a pro rata basis by the Development Impact fees consistent
with the development fees. She questioned the timing for the signals. There was general
discussion of the timing.
THE FOREGOING MOTION WAS AMENDED WITH CONSENT OF THE SECOND
TO INCLUDE THE CONDITION AMENDMENTS AS STATED BY THE CITY
ATTORNEY AND TO REQUIRE THE TRATFIC SIGNAL AT THE ']QTH
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY.
Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner noted for the record that he would still favor having the street
opened up, but he would not hold the item up.
THE FOREGOING MOTION AND AMENDMENT CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1
WITH BUCKLEY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE.
FINDINGS FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 30788:
1) The proposed subdivision, together with the provisions for its design and
improvements, is consistent with the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan No. 92-4,
Amendment No. 1, and therefore, the City of Lake Elsinore General Plan. The
proposed subdivision is compatible with the objecfives, policies, general land uses
and programs specified in the General Plan (Government Code Section 66473.5).
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.
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.
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4). Subject to the attached conditions of approval, the proposed division is not
anticipated to result in any significant environmental impact.
5). The design of the proposed division of land or type of improvements are not likely
to cause serious public health problems.
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 properiy within the proposed division of land.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE LA LAGUNA
ESTATES SPECIFIC PLAN
PLANNING DIVISION CONDITIONS
The applicant shall defend (with counsel acceptable to the City), indemnify, and hold
hazmless the City, its Officials, Officers, Employees, and Agents from any claim, acfion, 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 boazds or
legislative body conceming Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan No.
92-4, which action is brought within the time period provided for in California Government
Code Sections 65009 and/or 6649937, and Public Resources Code Section 2ll67. 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.
2. The applicant sha11 sign and return an"Acknowledgment of Conditions" to the Community
Development Department within 30 days of approval.
3. Construction on the properly covered by this map is subject to all the Conditions of
Approval of the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan.
4. Within four (4) weeks of City Council approval, the applicant shall prepaze ten (10) copies
of the final Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Specific Plan No. 92-4, which incorporates
all approved items and exhibits in the Errata Sheets, and which complies will all applicable
Conditions of Approval, including the following:
a. Appendix C- Development Agreement, shall include a copy of the executed First
Amendment to the Development Agreement recorded May 7, 2001, and the Table
of Contents shall so note this addition.
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b. Appendix D- Conditions of Approval, shall include these Conditions of
Approval and the Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract Map No. 30788, and
the Table of Contents shall so note this addition.
a Section 53.7.1 - Walls and Fences, on Page 89, Second Sentence, shall be
amended to read: "Fencing between homes, along sideyards, and returns when
viewed from public streets shall be of stucco, slumpstone, sand, Spanish lace or
smooth or flat finish stucco consistent in treatment with the adjacent buildings."
d. Table 5- Plant Palette, Pages 61 through 68, shall remove reference to Oak trees
as a street tree for this project, and another species approved by the City's
Landscape Architect shall replace them. It is permissible to plant Oak trees as
specimen trees.
Added by the Planning Commission on February 4, 2003.
5. Prior to the removal of any mature Oak trees, the applicant shall bring a certified azborist
onsite to evaluate said Oak trees for possible relocation and preservation. The applicant
shall comply with the azborisYs recommendations in the event that the Oak tree can be
successfully relocated and preserved. The adjacent Oak Tree Pazk grounds shall be
considered as a relocation site. Should the azborist recommend that said Oak trees sha11
instead be replaced at another site, the applicant shall work with Planning Staff to
determine an appropriate replacement ratio, location and sizing of equal stature.
Added by the Planning Commission on February 4, 2003.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 30788
PLANDTING DIVISION CONDITIONS
Tentative Tract Map No. 30788 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
e~ctension 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. 30788 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.
The applicant shall defend (with counsel acceptable to the City), indemnify, and hold
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hannless 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 boazds or
legislative body concerning Tentative Tract Map No. 30788, which action is brought
within the time period provided for in California Government Code Sections 65009
and/or 6649937, 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.
PRIOR TO FINAL TRACT MAP
5. The applicant shall work with the City Engineer and the Fire Department to redesign
Sunswept Drive for use as an emergency access only, ungated and landscaped throughway.
Added by the Planning Commission on Februazy 4, 2003.
6. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water
DistricYs Service Commitment Letter dated October 14, 2002, attached.
The applicant shail 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.
8. The applicant sha11 comply with all requirements of the Riverside County Fire Department,
as listed in their transmittal dated September 12, 2002 attached.
9. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Riverside County Flood Control
and Water Conservation District, as noted in their transmittal dated September 27, 2002
attached.
10. 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 Tentative Pazcel Map
No. 30787, unless superceded by these conditions. Amended by the Planning Commission
on February 4, 2003.
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11. All lots shall comply with minimum standards contained in the Development Standazds
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 sl~all apply.
Amended by the Planning Commission pm February 4, 2003.
12. The applicant shall modify the location of the Community Trail to run along the east side of
Open Space Lot "B," avoiding the undisturbed natural open space area to the west. A
revised Tentative Tract Map No. 30788 shall be submitted to the Plaunitlg Deparhnent
reflecting this change within two weeks of the City CounciPs approval of the tentative map.
The applicant shall also extend the existing trail at the east end of Oak Tree Pazk through
Open Space Lot "B" into the project site and connect to the easternmost street in the
project. Drawings shall include a cross-section indicating the design as a 10-foot improved
trail of decomposed granite within a 25-foot dedicated easement. Amended by the Plauning
Commission pm Februazy 4, 2003.
13. A precise survey with closures for boundazies and all lots shall be provided per the LEMC.
14. The City's Noise Ordinance shall be met during all site preparations activity. Construction
shall not commence before 7:00 a.m. and cease at 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Construction activity sha11 not take place on Saturday, Sunday or any legal holidays.
15. Street names within the subdivision shall be approved by the Community Development
Director or designee prior to final map approval.
16. All of the improvements shall be designed by the developer's Civil Engineer to the
specifications of the City of Lake Elsinore.
17. The applicant shall comply with the Mitigation Monitoring Program prepazed and updated
for Amendment No. 1 to the La Laguna Estates Specific Plan No. 92-4.
18. The applicant shall initiate and complete the formation of a Homeowners' Association,
approved by the City, recorded and in place. Ali Association documents shall be approved
and recorded, such as the Articles of Incorporation for the Association, and Covenants,
Conditions and Restrictions (CC & R's).
PRIOR TO BUILDING PERNIIT AND GRADING PERMITS:
19. The applicant shall pay applicable fees and obtain proper clearance from the Lake Elsinore
Unified School District (LEUSD) prior to issuance of building permits.
20. The applicant shall participate in a Cost Recovery Program or make other arrangements
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with the City to offset the annual negative fiscal impacts of the project on public safety and
maintenance issues in the City, including city-wide improvements and facilities relating to
fire and police protection and maintenance of roadways, etc. Added by the Planning
Commission pm February 4, 2003.
21. The applicant shall provide connection to public sewer for each lot within the subdivision.
No service laterals sha11 cross adjacent properry lines and shall be delineated on engineering
sewer plans and profiles for submittal to the EVMWD.
22. The developer shall submit plans to the electric utility company for a layout of the street
lighting system. The cost of street lighting, installarion as well as energy chazges shall be
the responsibility of the developer and/ar the Association. Said plans shall be approved by
the City and shall be installed in accordance with the City Standards.
23. The applicant shall meet all requirements of the providing electric utility company.
24. The applicant shall meet all requirements of the providing gas utility company.
25. The applicant shall meet all requirements of the providing telephone utility company.
26. A bond is required guaranteeing the removal of all trailers used during construction.
27. All signage shall be subject to Planning Division review and approval prior to installation.
28. Landscape Plans for the tract shall include vegetative screening of all retention basins.
Added by the Planning Commission pm February 4, 2003.
29. Any alterations to the topography, ground surface, or any other site prepararion 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) yeaz for erosion control landscaping at the
time the site is rough graded.
PRIOR TO DESIGN REVIEW:
30. All future structural development associated with this map requires sepazate Design Review
approval.
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31. Elevation drawings for Design Review shall include four-sided architectural features.
Added by the Planning Commission pm February 4, 2003.
32. Slopes on individual lots that aze in excess of three feet in height shall be installed,
landscaped and irrigated by the developer.
33. The applicant shall be required to install masonry decorative block wall fencing along
perimeter of the subdivision. A fencing plan shall be required during the Design Review
process.
ENGINEERING DIVISION CONDITIONS
34. All Public Works requirements sha11 be complied with as a condition of development as
specified in the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) at the appropriate development
phase.
35. Pay all Plan Check fees and applicable development fees (LEMC 1634, Resolution 85-26).
36. Submit a"Will Serve" letter to the City Engineering Division from the applicable water
agency stating that water and sewer anangements have been made for this project. Submit
this letter prior to tentative map approval.
37. Street improvement plans and specifications shall be prepazed by a Cali£ Registered Civil
Engineer. Improvements shall be designed and conshucted to Riverside County Road
Department Standards, latest edition, and City Codes (LEMC 12.04 and 1634).
38. Applicant shall enter into an agreement with the City for the constnxction of public works
improvements and shall post the appropriate bonds prior to final map approval.
39. Desirable design grade for local streets should not exceed 9%. The masimum grade of 15%
should only be used because of design constraints.
40. 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).
41. All compaction reports, grade certifications, monument certifications (with tie notes
delineated on 8%2" x 11 " Mylar) shall be submitted to the Engineering Division before final
inspection of public works improvements will be scheduled and approved.
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42. The applicant shall install one permanent bench mark to Riverside County Standards and at
a location to be determined by City Engineer.
43. Applicant shall obtain all necessary off-site easements for off-site grading from the adjacent
property owners prior to final map approval.
44. Provide fire protection facilities as required in writing by Riverside County Fue.
45. Provide street lighting and show lighting improvements as part of street improvement plans
as required by the City Engineer.
46. Developer shall provide a transition section for the connection of the proposed McVicker
Park Road and the existing McVicker Pazk Road subject to the approval of the City
Engineer.
47. Developer shall install blue reflective pavement markers in the street at all fire hydrant
locafions.
48. Sidewalks shall be installed on both sides of McVicker Canyon Road.
49. Developer shall design and construct a tr~c signal at intersection of Grand Ave. and
McVicker Canyon Park Road. The applicant shall install the traffic signal at the 40~n
certificate of occupancy.
50. Developer sha11 design and construct a traffic signal at the intersection of Audelo St. and
Grand Avenue. The applicant shall install the traffic signal at the 20~h certificate of
occupancy.
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.
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54. Provide soils, geology and seismic report including street design recommendations. Provide
final soils repoR showing compliance with recommendations.
55. An Alquis-Priolo study shall be performed on the site to identify any hidden earthquake
faults and/or liquefaction zones present on-site.
56. Apply and obtain a grading permit with appropriate security prior to building permit
issuance. A grading plan signed and stamped by a Calif. Registered Civil Engineer shall be
required if the grading exceeds 50 cubic yazds or the existing flow pattern is substantially
modified as determined by the City Engineer.
57. All grading shall be done under the supervision of a geotechnical engineer and he sha11
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. 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.
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 obsiructions".
60. 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.
61. All natural drainage traversing site shall be conveyed through the site, or sha11 be collected
and conveyed by a method approved by the City Engineer.
62. Submit Hydrology and Hydraulic Reports for review and approval by City Engineer, and
the Riverside County Flood Control District if necessary, prior to approval of final map.
Developer shall mitigate any flooding and/or erosion caused by development of site and
diversion of drainage. Amended by the Planning Commission on Februaiy 4, 2003.
63. All drainage facilities in this tract shall be constructed to Riverside County Flood Control
District Standards.
64. 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.
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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.
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. Storm drain system should match what
was approved in the Specific Plan.
67. A drainage acceptance letter will be necessary from the downstream property owners for
outletting the proposed stormwater run-off on private property.
68. Applicant shall obtain approval from Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Boazd for
their storm water pollution prevention plan including approval of erosion control for the
grading plan prior to issuance of grading pernuts. The applicant shall provide a S WPPP for
post construction which describes BMP's that will be implemented for the development
and including maintenance responsibilities.
69. 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.
70. Intersection site distance shall meet the design criteria of the CALTRANS 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.
71. Intersecting streets on the inside radius of a curve will only be permitted when adequate
sight distance is verified by a registered civil engineer. This will include the intersection of
B Drive and A Drive.
72. Developer shall abandon the construction easement along the easterly boundary.
73. No residential lot shall front and access shall be restricted on McVicker Canyon Park Road
and so noted on the final map.
74. Applicant shall provide a homeowner's association with CC & R's for maintenance of the
open space and basin A& B. The open space and lots with basins shall be lettered lots.
75. The open space lot to the southeast of lot 82 needs to be a numbered lot.
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76. Developer shall provide an approved open space conservation easement for the tracts open
space with a fuel modification zone for a fire break to be maintained by a homeowner's
association.
77. All open space, slopes and street pazkways except for public pazks and schools, will be
owned and/or maintained by either a home owner's association or private property owner.
78. 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 gnxbbing or all other phases of construction.
COMMUNITYSERVICES DEPARTMENT
81. The applicant shall provide a multi-purpose non-motorized vehicle trail 10-foot wide
within an easement twenty-five (25) feet wide, landscaped per City standards. The trail
shall adjoin the existing Oak Tree Park Trail in completing a continuous loop through this
development. Added by the Planning Commission on February 4, 2003.
82. The Homeowners' Association for La Laguna Estates shall provide all maintenance of the
trail system, all designated open space areas, all slopes, and medians and pazkways in the
public right-of-way. Added by the Planning Commission on February 4, 2003.
83. The land comprising the trail sha11 be dedicated to the City in perpetuity. Added by the
Planning Commission on February 4, 2003.
84. No credits for private recreation facilities designed or constructed within the development
will be given. Private facilities shall be maintained by the HOA. Added by the Planning
Commission on Febniary 4, 2003.
85. All drainage easements, drainage basins, catch basins, v-ditches and storm drains are to be
maintained by the HOA. Added by the Planning Commission on February 4, 2003.
THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 9:00 RM.
THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED T 9:15 P.M.
BUSINESS ITEMS
31. Request for Waiver of Fees - Walk for Life - Inland Valley Women's
Pregnancy Counseling Center. (F:151.1)
PAGE TWENTY-SEVEN-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
City Manager Watenpaugh explained that this was a request for waiver of
the $200 and $1,000 fees. He advised that there was an estimate of 250-300
participants.
Community Services Director Sapp detailed the proposed event and
explained that there was a$200 processing fee, a$60 charge for electricity
at the park, and a$1,000 damage deposit. He advised that staff would
recommend approval of the $1,000 damage deposit, with the $200 and $60
fees being deducted from the deposit following the event.
Robert Jones, Committee Member for the Center, indicated that they were
requesting the waiver because they were a non-profit organization, serving
Lake Elsinore. He explained that they provide assistance to pregnant
women in the Valley at no charge. He detailed their event for this year,
noting that they were requesting to bring in Christian worship groups to
perform at the park. He reiterated that their goal was to serve the
community of Lake Elsinore.
Councilman Buckley indicated that he had no problem with the fee coming
from the deposit after the event; but noted that he would be uncomfortable
with a full waiver.
Councilman Hickman clarified that the total cost to the argani~tion would
be the $260. Community Services Director Sapp indicated that at this point
that would be the total, but there could be additional charges. Councilman
Hickman questioned the possible contingencies. Community Services
Directar Sapp indicated that the electrical system could have problems, or a
variety of other things. CouncilmanHickman clarified that the City's costs
would be covered, with the balance refunded to them. Community Services
Director Sapp confirmed.
Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner indicated that he would like to be able to allow the
event far the least amount of funds, ar even with the elimination of all fees,
but noted the number of worthwhile organizations. He commented that if it
was eliminated for one, it would have tobe eliminated for everyone. He
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indicated that he did not want to see the City gain from the event, but rather
recover actual costs. He concurred that it was fair to deduct the fees from
the deposit.
Councilwoman Kelley concurred with the other Councilmembers.
Mayor Brinley concurred that the charge should be no more than what was
necessary.
City Manager Watenpaugh inquired of the applicant regarding the $1,000
deposit and questioned if the check could be held until after the event when
the final fees were paid. 5taff and the applicant concurred.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE $1,000 DAMAGE DEPOSIT,
WITH THE ACTUAL COSTS TO BE DEDUCTED FROM IT _
FOLLOWING THE EVENT.
32. Commercial Project No. 2002-03 "Washington Mutual Bank"- Thrane
Company. (F:58.2)
Community Development Director Brady indicated that this item was for
Design Review of the proposed Washington Mutual Bank on Canyon
Estates Drive at Summerhill. He detailed the proposedproject and acreage
involved, noting that it was consistent with the design in the area.
Councilman Buckley indicated that it looked like a nice facility and
concurred that there was a need for a bank on that side of Railroad Canyon
Road. He further indicated that he had no problems with the project.
Councilman Hickman indicated that he had no problems with the project,
and expressed hopes that it would be successful.
Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner inquired if this meant that the existing facility
would be moving. Community Development Director Brady confirmed that
PAGE TWENTY-NINE-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
this would be a relocation. Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner indicated that he had
no objections, and commented that the project looked beautiful.
Councilman Buckley noted that as soon as it was done the stop light would
be built. Mayor Brinley confirmed that was her understanding. Mayor Pro
Tem Schiffner suggested that signal work begin at the same time as the
project to be sure they were ready.
Councilwoman Kelley indicated that she had no problem with the project
and it was very attractive. She commented that she was happy to have them.
Mayor Brinley indicated that she had no problem with the project.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE DESIGN REVIEW OF
COMMERCIAL PROJECT NO. 2002-03, BASED ON THE FINDINGS,
EXHIBITS A THRU J, AND SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.
FINDINGS
The project, as approved, will comply with the goals and objectives of
the intended General Plan and the Zoning District in which the project
will be located.
2. The project complies with the design directives contained in Section
17.82.060 and all other applicable provisions of the Municipal Code.
3. Conditions and safeguards pursuant to Section 17.82.070, including
guarantees and evidence of compliance with conditions, have been
incorporated into the approval of the subject project to insure
development of the property in accordance with the objectives of this
Chapter and the planning district in which the site is located.
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR COMMERCIAL PROJECT NO. 2002-03 &
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2002-11
PLANNING DIVISION
1. Design Review approval for Commercial Project No. 2002-03 and Conditional
Use Pernut No. 2002-11 will lapse and be void unless building permits are issued
within one (1) year of Ciry Council approval. An extension of time, up to one (1)
year per extension, may be granted by the Community Development Director
prior to the e~piration of the initial Design Review approval upon application by
the developer one (1) month prior to expiration.
2. Conditions of approval shall be reproduced on page one of building plans prior to
their acceptance by the Building Division. All Conditions of Approval shall be
met prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy and release of utilities.
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 and approval of the Community
Development Director. All plans submitted for Building Division Plan Check
shall conform to the submitted plans as modified by Conditions of Approval, or
the Plaunuig Comrnission/City Council through subsequent action.
4. The applicant shall at all times comply with Section 17J8, the Noise Ordinance of
the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code which requires noise or sound levels to be
below 60 decibels between the hours of 7:00 am to 10:00 pm and below 40
decibels in nearby residential areas between the hours of 10:00 pm to 7:00 am.
5. The use a of an outdoor public address system shall not be allowed.
6. Decorative pavement shall be provided at driveways and crosswalks, to the
satisfaction of the Community Development Director or designee.
7. Security lighting shall be required. All exterior on-site lighting shall be shielded
and directed on-site so as not to create glare onto neighboring properry and streets
or allow illumuzation above the horizontal plane of the fixture. The light fi~ire
proposed is to match the architecture of the building. A photometric Plan
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illustrating this condition shall be required subject to the review and approval by
the Community Development Director or designee.
8. The Plaziuuig Division shall approve construction trailers utilized during
construction. All construction trailers shall require a cash bond at time of approval
to guarantee proper removal upon completion.
9. All e~rterior downspouts shall be concealed within the building. Exposed
downspouts shall not be allowed.
l0. Materials and colors depicted on the materials board shall be used unless modified
by the Community Development Director or designee.
11. Applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Elsinore Valley Municipal
Water District. Proof shall be presented to the Chief Building Official or designee
prior to issuance of building permits and final approval.
12. Prior to issuance of building pernuts, applicant shall provide assurance that all
required fees to the Lake Elsmore Unified School District have been paid.
13. Prior to issuance of building permits, applicant shall provide assurance that all
requirements and Condiuons of Approval of the Riverside County Fire
Department have been met.
14. Prior to issuance of building pernuts, applicant shall pay park-in-lieu fee in effect at
time of building pernut issuance.
15. The applicant shall develop a Uniform Sign Program for the site which specifies
harxnonious and consistent colors, materials and specifications which will enhance
the project's design and meet the provisions of Lake Elsinore Municipal Code,
Chapter. The Master Signage Program shall be reviewed and approved by the
Planuuig Cointnission. All signage including freestanding signs shall be by Ciry
Pernut and in conformance with the approved Master Signage Program. The
Master Signage Program shall be approved prior to issuance of Certif'icate of
Occupancy or release of utilities. Individual sign pernuts are required prior to the
erection of each sign.
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16. Handicap access and parking shall be constructed pursuant to ADA requirements.
Access ramps shall be inset or curb-cut into the required sidewalk. Access ramp
shall not encroach into the required parking stall.
17. All roof mounted or ground support air conditioning units or other mechanical
equipment incidental to development shall be architecturally screened so that they
are not visible from neighboring property, and public streets (RO~. If
deterniuied necessary, screening plan shall be approved by the Coxnxnunity
Development Director or designee, prior to issuance of building pernut.
18. The applicant shall submit a graffiti removal program. This program shall include
methods for immediate graffiti removal and shall be subject to the approval of the
Community Development Director or Designee.
19. This project shall be subject to all Mitigation Measures contained in the Mitigated
Negative Declaration for SPA NO. 1 Canyon Creek/Suirunerhill Specific Plan
(NII~TD 00-01).
20. All loading zones shall be clearly marked with yellow striping and shall meet City
Standards for loading zones.
21. On-site surface drainage shall not cross sidewalks.
22. Parking stalls shall be double-striped with four-inch (4") lines two-feet (2') apart.
23. Prior to issuance of any building pernut, the applicant shall sign and complete an
"Acknowledgment of Conditions" and shall return the executed original to the
Community Development Department for inclusion in the case records.
24. 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
Plaxuiuig Division.
25. Trash enclosures shall be constructed per City standards as approved by the
Community Development Director or designee, prior to issuance of Certificate of
Occupancy. Decorative trellis design enhancements shall be used to conceal trash
PAGE THIRTY-THREE-CIT'Y COLJNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
bins from public view.
26. All roof ladders and electrical panels shall be located within the interior of the
building or in specially designed areas concealed from public right-of-way view.
27. Applicant shall use roofmg materials with Class "A" fire rating.
28. The fmal landscaping/irrigauon plan is to be reviewed and approved by the Cit~s
Landscape Architect Consultant and the Community Development Director or
Designee, prior to issuance of building permit. A Landscape Plan Check Fee will
be charged prior to final landscape approval based on the Consultant's fee plus
forty percent (40%).
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 Cit~s Street Tree
List, a masiinum of forty feet (40) apart and at least twenty-four-inch
(24") box in size.
c. All planting areas shall be separated from pa~ed areas with a siY 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 thiny-su~ 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.
g. The landscape plan shall provide for ground cover, shrubs, and trees and
meet all requiremenu of the City's adopted Landscape Guidelines.
Special attention to the use of Xeriscape or drought resistant plantings
PAGE THIRTY-FOUR-CIT'Y COiJNCII, MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
with combination drip irrigation system to be used to prevent excessive
watering.
h. All landscape improvements shall be bonded 100% Faithful
Performance Bond, for two (2) years (100% for material and labor).
i. All landscaping and irrigation shall be installed within affected portion of
any phase at the time a Certif'icate of Occupancy is requested for any
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.
29. Applicant shall enhance landscaping treatment along the north side of the site
(along Canyon Estates Drive) to partially conceal drive-through facility from
public view to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director or
designee.
30. Applicant shall meet all Conditions of Approval prior to the issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy and release of utiliues for any of the buildings.
ENGINEERING DIVISION
31. All Public Works requirements shall be complied with as a condition of
development as specified in the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) prior to
building permit.
32. Comxnercial Project No. 2002-03 shall be subject to all applicable conditions of
approval for Parcel Map No. 30832 at the appropriate development phase.
33. If Parcel Map 30832 is not recorded prior to grading pernut, then dedicate 10 ft. of
additional right-of-way along the southerly side of Canyon Estates Drive for a
modified major arterial (76 ft. R/W with 64 ft. curb to curb). Full improvements
for the modified major arterial will not be required with this development.
PAGE THIRTY-FIVE-CITY COLTNCIL MINU'fES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
34. Pay all Capital Improvement and Plan Check fees (LEMC 16.34, Resolution 85-
26). The Railroad Canyon Rd. fee is $21,865, the K-ray fee is $515 and the traffic
impact fee is $16,255 to be paid at building pernut.
35. Submit a"Will Serve" letter to the City Engineering Division from the applicable
water agency stating that water and sewer arruigements have been made for this
project. Submit this letter prior to fmal map approval.
36. If the e~sting street improvements are to be modified, the existing street plans on
file shall be modified accordingly and approved by the City Engineer prior to
issuance of building perxnit. An encroachment perxnit will be required to do the
work.
37. The developer shall be required to complete the public improvements along the
frontage of Canyon Estates Drive prior to certificate of occupancy.
38. Developer shall design and construct a traffic signal at Summerhill Dr. and Canyon
Estates Drive. The City shall enter into an agreement with the Abbacy Holding
Corp. for reimbursement of the traffic impact fee for the project is less than the
total cost for installing the traffic signal. The traffic signal shall be operational at
certificate of occupancy. '
39. Applicant shall obtain any necessary Caltrans permits and meet all Caltrans
requirements.
40. Pay all fees and meet requirements of encroachxnent perxnit issued by the
Engineering Division for construction of public works improvements (LEMC
12.08 and Resolution 83-78).
41. All compaction reports, grade certifications, monument certifications (with tie
notes delineated on 8 i/z" x 11" Mylar) shall be submitted to the Engineering
Division before final inspection of public works improvements will be scheduled
and approved.
42. Applicant shall obtain all necessary off-site easements for off-site grading from the
adjacent property owners prior to final map approval.
PAGE THIRT'Y-SIX-CIT'Y COLTNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
43. Provide fire protection facilities as required in writing by Riverside County Fire
Department.
44. The center line of the private street shall be offset from the center line of Boulder
Vista Drive no more than 10 feet.
45. The width and rad'u of private streets must be approved by the Riverside County
Fire prior to building permit.
46. Developer shall install blue reflective pavement markers in the street at all fire
hydrant locations.
47. Developer shall submit a traffic control plan showing all traffic control devices for
the site to be approved prior building permit. All traffic control devices shall be
installed prior to final inspection of public improvements. This includes No
Parking and Street Sweeping Signs far streets within the tract.
48. Apply and obtain a grading permit with appropriate security prior to building
pernut issuance. A grading plan signed and stamped by a Calif. Registered Civil
Engineer shall be required if the grading exceeds 50 cubic yards or the e~usting
flow pattern is substantially modified as deterinined by the City Engineer. If the
grading is less than 50 cubic yards and a grading plan is not required, a grading
permit shall still be obtained so that a cursory drainage and flow pattern inspection
can be conducted before grading begins.
49. Provide soils, geology and seismic report including street design recommendations.
Provide final soils report showing compliance with recommendations.
50. An Alquis-Priolo study shall be performed on the site to identify any hidden
earthquake faults and/or liquefaction zones present on-site.
51. Individual lot drauiage 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.
52. Drainage facilities located outside of road right-of-way should be contained within
PAGE THIRTY-SEVEN-CIT'Y COLTNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
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
obstxuctions".
53. All natural drainage tra~ersing site shall be conveyed through the site, or shall be
collected and conveyed by a method approved by the City Engineer.
54. Submit Hydrology and Hydraulic Reports for review and approval by City
Engineer prior to approval of final map. Developer shall mitigate any flooding
and/or erosion caused by development of site and diversion of drauiage.
55. All drainage facilities in this tract shall be constructed to Riverside County Flood
Control District Standards.
56. 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
Enguieer.
57. Roof and yard drains w~11 not be allowed to outlet through cuts in the street curb.
Roof drains should drain to a landscaped area when ever feasible.
58. A drainage acceptance letter will be necessary from the downstream properry
owners for outletting the proposed stormwater run-off on private property.
59. Applicant shall obtain approval from Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control
Board for their storm water pollution prevention
erosion control for the grading plan prior to issuan
applicant shall provide a SWPPP for post construction
will be implemented for the development an
responsibilities.
>lan including approval of
:e of grading perxnits. The
which describes BMI''s that
d including maintenance
60. Education guidelines and Best Management Practices (BMI') shall be provided to
maintenance personnel and staff in the use of herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers as
well as other enviroxunental awareness education materials on good housekeeping
practices that contribute to protection of stormwater quality and met the goals of
the BMI' in Supplement "A" in the Riverside County NPDES Drainage Area
PAGE THIRTY-EIGHT-CITY COiJNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
Management Plan.
61. 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. The CC& R shall enforce standards of building
inaintenance, participation in landscape maintenance, prohibition of outside
material storage.
62. In accordance with the City's Franchise Agreement for waste disposal & recycling,
the applicant shall be required to contract with C~Z&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.
33. Appointment of City Treasurer. (F:49.1)
City Manager Watenpaugh noted the resignation of City Treasurer Ferro;
and e~plained that the Council needed to nominate and vote on a new
Treasurer or vote for a Special Election. City Attorney Leibold clarified
the Municipal Code with regard to appointment or special election. She
indicated that because of the timing and the applicable Government Code,
the next available date for a special election would be the November
election, which is the regular general election. She explained that if the
Council failed to fill the vacancy, it would remain vacant until the November
election. City Manager Watenpaugh noted the residency requirement. City
Attorney Leibold confirmed that the Treasurer, whether elected or
appointed, was required to be a resident.
Lorraine Watts, 210 N. Scrivener, noted the newspaper comments that the
City Treasurer was a figurehead position; and questioned why it was needed.
She suggested that the money could go to help repair streets. Mayor Brinley
clarified that the stipend for the Treasurer was only $150 per month. Ms.
Watts questioned why the position existed if it was not doing anything.
PAGE THIRTY-NINE-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
City Attorney Leibold indicated that in her experience, the majority of
general law municipalities do not have an elected City Treasurer. She
explained that in most cities it was an appointed position of either the City
Manager or the City Finance Director/Administrative Services Director.
She advised that the only way to change the position would be to carry it as
an item on the next election for presentation to the electorate; and the
majority would have to agree to eliminate it as an elected position. Ms.
Watts indicated that this answered her question, but expressed concern that
the position was not needed.
Mayor Brinley detailed the procedure for appointment, and opened
nominations.
Councilwoman Kelley nominated a fellow teacher who had been a resident
since 1990. She indicated that he had a young family and wanted to get
involved, and nominated James Judziewicz.
Councilman Hickman nominated Tim Fleming, who had been active in the
City, and worked on the Palm Tree Preservation Committee.
Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner indicated that he would like to nominate Tom
Hundshamer, but believed he was not a resident of the City; so he refrained
from nomination.
Councilman Buckley seconded the nomination for Tim Fleming.
MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS.
COUNCILMEMBER KELLEY, SCHIFFNER AND BRINLEY VOTED FOR
JAMES JUDZIEWICZ.
COUNCILMEMBER BUCKLEY AND HICKMAN VOTED FOR TIM
FLEMING.
PAGE FORTY-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
JAMES JDDZIEWICZ WAS DECLARED THE CITY TREASLIRER.
Councilwoman Kelley commented that Mr. Judziewicz would be very
excited about this appointment.
Councilman Buckley addressed the comments by Ms. Watts, and noted that
Mr. Ferro resigned on February 151, and there could have been adequate time
for an election. He indicated that he would strongly encourage an immediate
special election in the future to ensure that all options are available. He
indicated that it was a shame that this office had been reduced to a
figurehead, as the most important issuewas the handling of public money.
He stressed that this was an elected official in charge of handling the public
money and they should be acknowledged.
Councilman Hickman suggested creation of a financial committee to work
on the budget and to create things that have meaning.
THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 9:35 P.M.
THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 9:38 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS
Phil Williams, representing EVMWD, indicated that he was present for rumor
control, based on the evening news. He advised that the Canyon Lake Dam was
not broken, and that it had been reinforced a couple of years ago. He expressed
concern with young people playing below the dam, and suggested that the area
remain off-limits during times of overflow. He stressed the danger in the area. He
clarified that EVMWD had not been taking water out of Canyon Lake for
processing, and would not until June or July, when renovation of their plant was
complete. He advised that at 6:45 p.m. this date there was about 1-1/2 feet
flowing over the dam, which equated to 1,000 acre feet a day; and noted that this
level of flow would be needed for two weeks to bring the Lake back up. He
estimated that the flow would continue for another three days.
PAGE FORTY-ONE-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
Paula Graver, 218 Ellis Street, thanked the City Council for their assistance with
the street sweeping schedule, and noted that she was informed this evening that the
signs had been removed. She indicated that there was still a problem with the
curbs and sidewalks on Ellis Street, as they are broken, too high and causing
problems. She questioned how long it would take to address this issue.
Mark Seitz, Lakeview Chapel, 32741 Crescent Avenue, echoed the Council
comments that the papers were getting things wrong. He noted that at the last
meeting of the Ministers Prayer Council, they discussed that they were not able to
pray in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ at meetings; however they pray in
support of the City Council every Sunday and at all times when they gather. He
expressed concern for the nation, and offered prayers for the community,
development, the City, churches and its citizens.
Tim Fleming, 17970 Lakeshare Drive, thanked Councilmember Buckley and
Hickman for the nomination far City Treasurer. He indicated that he too had read
the newspaper regarding the "figurehead" position, and expressed strong feelings
that citizens were deprived of the right to vote on the Treasurer. He expressed
hopes that the appointment would fulfill the citizens needs for spending of money.
He advised of safety issue at Lakeshore and Wilson Way; and explained that
Wilson Way was a steep dirt grade with adriveway mid-way up. He further
explained that there was a mud and dirt flow onto Lakeshore Drive forming a dam
and causing problems for the traffic. He commented that while City crews move
the dirt, he would request that Wilson be paved with a catch basin on Lakeshore.
He explained that this would also relieve the neighborhood of dust issues, when
the road is dry, noting that any actions would be appreciated.
Pete Dawson, 18010 Grand Avenue, noted that the Council had been informed and
he wished to state that a group of concerned citizens had filed in court to require
CEQA compliance before signature of the agreement on water issues. He noted
that there was a statement that CEQA was not required, but they disagree as the
terms of the Tilley Agreement and the Fill and Operate Agreement do not allow for
the implementation of the use of recycled water. He indicated that if the Court
agrees, then the people will have their input, and other government agencies will
PAGE FORTY-TWO-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
have input and assure that the process is right and fair. He stressed that they did
not want to be seen as adversaries.
Steve Slack, representing Lake Elsinore Little League, 15325 Regatta, announced
opening day for baseball season and invited the City Council to participate on
March 8`h , starting at 7 a.m. with a pancake breakfast. He noted the recent
additions to the park, and the participation of Storxn mascots in opening day
festivities. He indicated that Councilman Buckley participated last year, and it was
a fun day.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Watenpaugh commented on the following:
1) Regarding Ellis Street, explained that it was on the list to come back
to Council for funding in the next 60 days or in July. He noted that
some work on low income housing would also assist in this area.
2) Complimented Mark Seitz on his energy, spirit and innovation.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
City Attorney Leibold commented on the following:
1) Advised that the Council met in Closed Session to consider an item
which was agendized as Anticipated Litigation, however after the
Agenda posting the City was actually served with a Writ of Mandate
under CEQA requirements, by Water Not Promises against the City
and EVMWD. She indicated that with regard to this item there was
no reportable action.
PAGE FORTY-TI~REE-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
COMMITTEE REPORTS
No Reports.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilman Hickman commented on the following:
1) Announced the Chamber of Commerce Mixer at El Pollo Loco on
February 27`~' from 530 to 730 p.m.
2) Expressed prayers for more rain.
3) Noted concerns for the Election of the Treasurer, and indicated that he
wanted to allow the City to move forward on a position thathad not
been responsible. He indicated that he recommended a businessman
to fill the role, and expressed regrets that Mr. Fleming was not
selected.
Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner commented on the following:
1) Addressed the City Treasurer position, noting that if the position
carried duties, it would also have to carry requirements far election to
the position, such as accounting or auditing, where there has been no
requirement. He commented if it were on the ballot to do away with
the position and the electorate chose not to do so, it would continue to
draw a check with nothing to do. He suggested that this item be
placed on the ballot to change it to an appointed position or establish a
general requirement or do away with it completely.
2) Noted a recent study session when a Councilmember addressed
CFD's on a tract of houses for an assessment to support Police and
Fire, and expressed concern with comments regarding break-ins in
Tuscany Hills. He indicated that there was the insinuation of poor
policing and that rent a-cops would do a better job; which he felt were
PAGE FORTY-FOUR-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
ridiculous comments. He advised that he had investigated the
situation and found out that in October-December, there were 8
burglaries, 5 of which were vehicles, 2 houses, and one person. He
inquired of Chief Walsh if this was a typical number of incidents for a
residential area. Chief Walsh indicated that would be a fairly low
number. Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner concurred that his suspicion was
that it was low.
Councilman Hickxnan indicated that he lives in Tuscany Hills, and
serves on the Board of Directors and is concerned about the incidents.
He indicated that there had been three burglaries in the last week and
a half in his neighborhood. He indicated that nothing was getting
solved and suggested what could be done with this report.
Councilman Buckley commented on the following:
1) Indicated that his recollection was that for every inch of rain there was
a foot of water in the Lake, including runoff. He noted that Canyon
Lake filled up relatively quickly and indicated that this was a sign of
how much building in Menifee had already increased the runoff. He
commented that it would bring more water and not cost money.
2) Thanked City Treasurer Ralph Ferro for his service to the community,
noting that he tried to make change, but was not successful. He
reiterated his support for Mr. Fleming to fill the position and thanked
him for his willingness to serve.
3) Noted the low spots in area roads, and questioned the possibility of a
"no wake" ordinance to address the big puddles. City Attorney
Leibold was not aware of such an ordinance, but it made sense.
Councilman Buckley noted particular concerns on Lakeshore Drive,
where smaller cars become inundated. Mayor Brinley concurred
noting standing water on the 215 freeway near the March Air Reserve
Base. City Attorney Leibold indicated that she would be happy to
investigate this issue.
PAGE FORTY-FIVE-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
Councilwoman Kelley commented on the following:
1) Congratulated James Judziewicz on his appointment and indicated
that he would be at the next meeting for introductions. She noted that
it would be nice to have a fresh face, and would give him a good
opportunity.
Mayor Brinley commented on the following:
1) Congratulated Mr. Judziewicz and looked forward to meeting him at
the next meeting.
2) Indicated that she would like to have staff put together a Mayor's
Committee to look at the homeless shelter issue. She advised that she
would like a Committee with community members to look at the
issues for resolution. She suggested this occur as soon as possible,
with each Councilmember appointing a member. She noted that the
Mayor's delegate would chair the Committee. City Manager
Watenpaugh questioned if the scope could be broadened to include
business and clergy representatives. Mayor Brinley concurred.
3) Announced the following upcoming events:
Household Hazardous Waste Collection date of March 151 at
521 N. Langstaff.
Lake Elsinore Girls Softball Opening Day on March ls` at
Tuscany Hills Park-Ca11245-8386 far information.
Open Air Market on March 2"d, Downtown.
Lake Elsinore Little League Opening Day at Swick-Matich
Park and the Diamond Stadium.
4) Congratulated Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner no his election as Chairman
of the RCTC Budget and Implementation Committee.
PAGE FORTY-SIX- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-FEBRUARY 25, 2003
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY BUCKLEY, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AT 10:06 P.M.
A7°t'1;5'1':
VICHI KA AD CM CITY CLERK/
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HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE