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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-11-2001City Council MinutesMINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORIVIA TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2001 ~~~:~~~~~~~~~~*~*~~~~~~~~x~~~~~*~~~~:~*~~~x*~~*~~~~:~~~*~~~*~~~~**:~~~~ CALL TO ORDER The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Kelley at 5:02 p.m. ROLL CALL PRESENTr ; COiTNCILMEMBERS: BRINLEY, BUCKLEY, HICKMAN, SCHIFFNER, KELLEY ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS NONE Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager Best, City Attorney Leibold, Assistant City Attorney McClendon, Administrative Services Director Boone, Community Development Director Brady, Community Services Director Sapp, Information/Communications Manager Dennis, and Deputy City Clerk Paredes. CLOSED SESSION A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (a) of Gov't Code §54956.9) City of Lake Elsinore, Redevelopment Agency of the City of Lake Elsinore v. Diamond Sports & Entertainment LLC et al (Riverside Co. Superiar Court Case #356131) (F:52.2)(X:40.1) PAGE TWO - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 B. CONFERENCE WTTH LEGAL COUNSEL--EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (a) of Gov't Code §54956.9) Liberty Founders LLC v. City of Lake Elsinore, et al (Riverside Co. Superior Court Case #355890) (F:52.2)(X:40.1) C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (a) of Gov't Code §54956.9) W.D. Young v. City of Lake Elsinore, et al (Riverside Co. Superior Court Case #RIC 357569) (F:52.2)(X:40.1) City Attorney Leibold announced the Closed Session Items as listed above. THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION AT 5:05 P.M. The Closed Session discussion was completed at 6:50 p.m. RECONVENE PUBLIC SESSION (7:00 p.m.) Mayor Kelley called the Regular City Council Meeting to order in public session at 7:01 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Hickman. INVOCATION The Invocation was provided by City Treasurer Ferro PAGE THREE - CPl'Y COUNCIL MINYJTES - DECEI~IBER l l, 2001 ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: BRINLEY, BUCKLEY, HICKMAN, SCHIFFNER, KELLEY ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Mariager Best, City Attorney Leibold, Administrative Services Director Boone, Community Development Directar Brady, Community Servcies Director Sapp, Fire Chief Gallegos, Police Chief Walsh, Information/Communications Manager Dennis and City Clerk Kasad. PRESENTATIONS A. Presentation - Update on Lake Elsinore/San Jacinto Watershed Authoritv. (F:92.6) Mark Norton, SAWPA, expressed appreciation for this opportunity to update the Council and Community on the work of the Authority. He explained the establishment of LES7WA on Apri124, 2000, based on the $15 million Proposition 13 Bond Act. He further explained that SAWPA had been designated the lead agency for this funding. He advised that a Technical Advisory Committee had been formed, and detailed its function. He detailed the goals of the Authority, with a focus on the rehabilitation and continued use of Lake Elsinore, while protecting and enhancing the natural resources. He noted the hiring of Bill Dendy in May, 2001 to serve as a neutral facilitator and review the projects to help define the needs and help determine where the money should be spent. He commented that $15 million could easily be spent in the watershed area alone, but the bulk of the money should benefit Lake Elsinore. He detailed the variety of studies and analyses being undertaken by the authority, noting that some had not yet been completed. He noted that final certifications of the EIR's were .~ ~ ` PAGE FOUR - CITY ~'OUNCIL NiINUTES - DECEMBE$11, 2001 anticipated by February and explained the need for those certifications to obtain the State Funding. He stressed the impact of the nutrients from the watershed on the algae and fish kills experienced by Lake Elsinore. He detailed the projecfs, being conterriplated by the Authority, such as carp and shad removal, alum and calcium applications, operation of the island wells, aeration and oxygenation. He noted the time frames required to complete contracts with the State for funding, but expressed hopes of moving forward with alum and calcium applications in April. He explained that these applications would help to seal the nutrients in the water column and improve the overall quality of the Lake, for a period of five to ten years. He addressed the Lake island well improvements which were needed to bring more water into the Lake; and stressed that the wells were drilled for the purpose of replenishing the Lake. He explained that the installation of pumping equipment would draw. about 5,000 acre feet of non-potable water per year for the Lake,b but clarified that this water could be combined with reclaimed water, but that would still require an NPDES permit. He presented a project schedule to the Council and noted that it covered the projects foreseen for the next two years. He stressed that there was a time limit on the use of the $15 million, and it was important to move quickly to show the needs and the ability to implement the projects. He stressed that the projects had to get started by 2004 ar the Authority could loose the money. He further stressed that this would need to be a team effort and a lot of agreements were needed to ensure operation and improvements to the Lake and the Lake level. He offered to answer questions from Council. Councilwoman Brinley questioned the timing for retrofit of the Island wells. Mr. Norton indicated that the timing was dependent on the documentation, and indicated that they would continue to work on moving it forward. He further noted that in the early stages the indicatiomwas that it would take six to eight months. Councilwoman Brinley inquired if the project was ready for funding. Mr. Norton indicated that it was ready as soon as the State approved the CEQA document and funding. Councilwoman Brinley further questioned the timing, and stressed the need to move on the wells. ~ ~ . ~~ ' ~, ~~; ~ , ~ , ; - PAGE FIVE -`CITY COi1NCIL MTNUT~S - DE~EMBER 11, 2001 Mr. Norton noted the time schedule presented and indicated that March 21S` was shown as the date for the CEQA document. Councilwoman Brinley questioned the process for harvesting of the fish and how quickly it would be followed by the alum. Mr. Norton clarified the time line and indicated that the goal was to have that occur right after the fish were harvested. Councilwoman_$rinley inq~u'rfed if a~ompany had been located to do the Carp removal. Mr. Norton noted that there were not many companies in this industry, but one had been located in Minnesota, and they were currently in the area meeting with Fish and Game, SAWPA staff and Pat Kilroy. Councilwoman Brinley questioned the cost of this process. Mr. Norton reiterated from the slide that it was estimated at $412,000. Councilwoman Brinley questioned the possible uses of aeration and inquired which method was favored. Mr. Norton indicated that an expert on aeration was reviewing the circumstances and they were waiting for his report. Councilwoman Brinley further questioned the preferred application of aeration. Mr. Norton indicated that it would be best to wait for the final report, because it was~believed that there wa~ plenty of oxygen in the Lake, but it was a matter of redistributing the oxygen throughout the water column. Councilwoman Brinley inquired whether above or below ground application was preferred. Mr. Norton indicated that it might be a combination of a diffused air system and a series of coaxial pumps, which are large fans that would circulate the water. Councilwoman Brinley inquired if they were looking at Mystic Lake and other areas of the watershed. Mr. Norton indicated that when they move into the watershed plan, those issues would be addressed. Councilwoman Brinley suggested that the Technical Committee make an appointment with Assemblyman Hollingsworth to meet with he and the dairymen upstream to start addressing the concerns. Mr. Norton advised that such a meeting would probably occur once the regulatory actions were finalized. Councilwoman Brinley stressed that the watershed area should be brought into the process as soon as possible. PAGE SIX - CITY COiINCIL MINUTES - DECEIVIB'ER 11, 2001 B. Presentation - Report on County Free Librarv Advisory Committee. (F:98.1) Barbara Cady, City representative to CFLAC, explained the County Free Library Advisory Committee and the County library system. She noted proposed federal funding for Library Services Technology to be considered September 30, 2002. She indicated that the American Library Association needed people to contact their Congress representatives to encourage them to supply the money to the federal library system. She offered additional information on the proposal. She stressed the valuable discussion and input at the CFLAC meetings and noted that the next meeting would be in February. Councilman Buckley inquired if it would be beneficial for the City Council to pass a Resolution of support for forwarding to the State Legislators. Mrs. Cady indicated that was not part of this proposal, but offered to bring it up at the next CFLACmeeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS Requests were received to address Item Nos. 31 and 32 of this agenda and deferred to those discussions. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS The following item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for further discussion and consideration' Item No. 3. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAl~ AS PRESENTED. PAGE SEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 The following Minutes were approved: a. City Council Study Session - November 20, 2001. b. Regular City Council Meeting - November 27, 2001. a Special City Council Meeting - December 4, 2001. (F:44.4) The following Minutes were received and ordered filed: d. Planning Commission Meeting - November 20, 2001. (F:603) 2. Ratified Warrant List for November 30, 2001. (F:123) 4. Adopted Resolution of Support No. 2001-46 regarding Proposition 40 for 2002 Clean Water, Clean Air, Safe Neighborhood Parks and Coastal Protection Bond Act. (F:96.1) RESOLUTION NO. 2001-46 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TAE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE SUPPORTING PROPOSITION 40 - THE CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2002. 5. Accepted Notice of Completion for Franklin Street/Canyon Estates Drive Connection from Hubbs & Ferrante Company, and authorized recordation of the document. (F:156.2) 6. Approved 28th Year CDBG Senior Center Application and directed staff to submit it to the County requesting continued funding of the operations of the Lake Elsinore Senior Activity Center in the amount of $36,100. (F:84.2) PAGE EIGHT - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 BUSINESS ITEMS 31. Lake Elsinare Recreation Area - Campground Concession Agreement. (F:68.1)(X:11413 ) City Manager Watenpaugh highlighted this item, and noted that representatives of the proposed Concessionaire were present at this meeting. He reminded Council that RFP's had been sent out to a number of companies and negotiations had been underway which did not work out. Community Services Directar Sapp advised that the proposed agreement was for an initial three year period with a possible extension far an additional five years. He noted that the City would receive 7% of the revenues from the facility. He indicated that the proposed concessionaire currently operated at other facilities in California including Lake Piru, Lake Castaic, Pyramid Lake and Silverwood Lake; and others thro~ighout the country. He introduced Mr. Chet Roberts, President of Pyramid Enterprises. Mayor Kelley noted the questions from the Agenda Review of this date. Councilman Buckley questioned the insurance issues for the campground. City Attorney Leibold advised that the agreement provided for indemnification of any liabilities on the premises, including property damage and general liability. Councilman Buckley inquired if this included the boat launch. City Attorney Leibold confirmed. Councilman Buckley requested confirmation that the plan was to run things as is for a period of time to find out what areas are in need of capital improvements. Mr. Roberts confirmed. Councilman Hickman commented that he was fighting for the citizens, since they had been the ones paying the bill, and vowed to keep fighting; but indicated that he was pleased with this proposal and expressed hopes for its success. PAGE NINE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 ,; Councilwoman Brinley noted the discussion earlier this date and requested confirmation that there would be areas for boy and girl scouts to participate and fulfill their badge requirements. Mr. Roberts confirmed. Councilwoman Brinley questioned the need for ADA improvements. Mr. Roberts confirmed and explained the need for appropriate tables, fire rings, etc.; and indicated that they would work to meet the requirements. Councilwoman Brinley questioned the marketing program to recapture the "snowbird" market. Mr. Roberts confirmed that they would be cross- marketing this facility with their facilities'and stressed their strong position in Colorado, noting the great opportunity to draw visitors. He commented that they wanted to make changes and open the facility on January 2°a, 2002, as a 365 day a year facility. Councilwoman Brinley noted the anticipated cosmetic improvements. Mr. Roberts confirmed that there were already identified areas far improvement including increasing the amperage on the electrical hook-ups, checking the existing wiring, and checking the ability to accommodate the longer RV's which are currently on the market. Councilwoman Brinley requested confirmation that Mr. Roberts would look toward local purchases and hiring local residents. Mr. Roberts confirmed that they would look to the local community for their labor market and would do all purchasing locally whenever possible. Councilwoman Brinley questioned the potential for a food concession on-site. Mr. Roberts confirmed that once they were in the facility, they would assess the needs and meet the demands. Councilwoman Brinley noted the possible recreational offerings. Mr. Roberts indicated that they would be assessing the need for boat rentals and marinas; and be prepared to offer the service if it was desired. Councilwoman Brinley thanked Mr. Roberts for his attendance at this meeting to answer questions and looked forward to seeing his efforts in the community. Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner thanked Mr. Roberts for his interest in Lake Elsinore; and indicated that he felt the agreement would be a good arrangement for both parties. He looked forward to the opportunity for improvement of the facility. Mr. Roberts indicated that he was looking PAGE TEN - CITY COiTNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 forward to the arrangement as well and expressed his interest in helping the City to seek out grant monies to assist with improvement of the facilities. He stressed his interest. in meeting his commitment to the City. Mayor Kelley thanked Mr. Roberts for answering questions and noted that the entire Council was eager to find a good partnership on that facility. She indicated that she was happy with the initial three year contract and commended his twenty-six years of experience in the field. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY HICKMAN AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH PYRAMID ENTERPRISES FOR OPERATION OF THE CAMPGROUND, DAY USE AND BOAT LAUNCH CONCESSION AT THE LAKE ELSINORE RECREATION AREA. 32. Grant Consulting Agreement - Molendvk & Associates. (F:68.1) Mayor Kelley noted that this item was requested by Councilman Buckley. City Manager Watenpaugh explained that he was requested to put this . agreement back on the agenda for discussion; however it was staff s recommendation to reaffirm the contract for the balance of its term. Councilman Buckley addressed the way in which this contract was approved, noting that the concept was approved by the Council, while the specific consultant was chosen by the City Manager. He indicated that there was no search done, which concerned him. City Manager Watenpaugh explained that there had been no search for Dangermond, but he came highly recommended and the Council had agreed to proceed without doing a search. He noted that Mr. Dangermond went much longer than the original scope of work and staff was not excited to delay the process further. He further noted that he had been informed of Mr. Molendyk's work on grants in the area, met with him on August 30`~' and Mr. Molendyk made a proposal to the City. He noted that with Mr. Molendyk's background and PAGE ELEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEIVIBER 11, 2001. his associate, he was very comfortable w•ith their ability to proceed on a timely basis; and to date they have done so. He outlined the agreement and steps as identified in the staff report and reiterated that the contract was then established with Molendyk & Associates. Councilman Buckley questioned Mr. Harrison's expertise and connections as a reason for hiring Mr. Molendyk. City Manager Watenpaugh explained the association between Mr. Molendyk and Mr. Harrison, noting that Mr. Molendyk did the work in Southern California and interacted with Mr. Harrison in Sacramento. Councilman Buckley questioned the work to accomplish on this end. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that Mr. Molendyk was in Lake Elsinore on a monthly basis and forwarded the information to Mr. Harrison to carry the grants to the agencies in Sacramento; then Mr. Molendyk brought feedback for revision and resubmittal. He indicated that he felt it was a great team for securing grants. Councilman Buckley questioned the number of grants submitted. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that to date, one had been submitted, another one was in the works for February and there would be a strategy meeting next week. Councilman Buckley questioned the term of the agreement. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that the contract ended January 31, 2002, but part of the contract was to supply a list of possible grants. Councilman Buckley questioned whether Mr. Watenpaugh had considered the public perception issue of reassociating Mr. Molendyk with the City. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated he had not. Councilman Buckley indicated that he brought this issue up because of the Council getting stuck with the problems from the past, and he was seriously concerned that when problems of the past were discussed that the City would have those problems resurrected. City Manager Watenpaugh pointed out that as a City Manager, it takes a majority of the Council to give direction for PAGE TWELVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 implementation, and as staff they can only implement the direction provided. 4 Councilm~r- Hickman inquired if Councilman Buckley was interested in terminating the contract now or if he was saying he did not want a new contract afterwards. Councilman Buckley indicated,that the City should always solicit as many people as possible with the necessary expertise. He suggested when a contractor is hired to pave a road and didn't do the job right, even if they were the low bidder in the future, the City would not have to go with them again. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that it was a matter of who was the most qualified to do the job. City Attorney Leibold clarified that in the public bidding process the key was the lowest "resporisible" bidder; but stressed that unlike the competitive bid process, contracts for professional services did not require the competitive process. She stressed the ability to select providers of special services on a much mare subjective basis, which was not bound by the price. Councilwoman Brinley indicated that when the City Manager chose Mr. Molendyk for this contract, it was because of his association with a reputable person like Mr. Harrison, who was the former Deputy Director of Parks in the State of California, who had an ability to help with park grants. She stressed that this association would provide a lot of in-roads the City might not otherwise have; and commented on the importance of going to those who knew where to get the money. Councilman Hickman inquired if the action should be to reaffirm the existing contract, and going out for bids after that. Mayor Kelley indicated that she was not sure it would be necessary after January, but this would be reaffirming the contract for the remaining month and a half. Councilman Hickman indicated that since the City was already committed to the contract, he would like to see what the man produced. He indicated that he knew the weight the man's name carried, and suggested sticking to the contract to see what he could generate. PAGE THIRTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 Mayor Pro Tem Schiffner expressed concern that the controversy seemed to be an issue of Mr. Molendyk personally; and he was getting the feeling that there was an insinuation that he was not reputable or honest. He indicated that he absolutely didn't feel that way, had supported the contract in the past, had no feeling that this was bad for the community and would vote for Mr. Molendyk on a future contract. He stressed that he felt the discussion was about Ron Molendyk, the person when he had no objections and would go on record to say he would vote for him again. Mayor Kelley commented that this contract had been brought to the Council months ago, and the decision was based on his,experience in the area, contacts in Sacramento, what could be accomplished and the short term. She suggested that there were no discretionary issues, the City was simply looking for the best service and best contacts to benefit the City. She stressed that the Council was not looking at personalities. She indicated that she felt and continues to feel that Molendyk & Associates could move the requests for grants forward. MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH BUCKLEY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO REAFFIRM THE CONSULTANT'S CONTRACT WITH MOLENDYK & ASSOCIATES FOR PROPOSITION 12 GRANT PROPOSALS. City Attorney Leibold noted that the total amount of the contract was $18,000. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR Presentation of Fiscal Year 2000-01 Annual Audit & Financial Report. (F:24.1) Councilman Buckley indicated that he pulled this item for clarification. He noted that the audit was fine, but he questioned the further management PAGE FOURTEEN - CTTY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 letter. Administrative Services Director Boone indicated that the management letter was due next week. Councilman Buckley questioned the findings. Administrative Services Director Boone indicated that they would basically the same as last year. Councilman Buckley noted Section 26 of the Audit and indicated that it did not account for litigation losses, because it was a"snapshot" document; however, Section 30 addressed contingencies for potential future costs, and questioned why they were not listed. He indicated that the staff inemo specifically noted that it did not include dollar amounts for specific litigation costs; but noted the potential impacts in the future and questioned whether they should be reflected somewhere. Administrative Services Director Boone indicated that had not been the policy of the Council to do so. 1V~ayor Kelley commented that this item was for ratification of the audit and it would only reflect items in that fiscal year. City Attorney Leibold clarified that as part of the auditors due diligence, they requested information from the City Attorney's Office and they provided a complete list of litigation and an assessment of potential damages; and they make a determination for the reporting period that there was no material impact. MOVED BY BUCKLEY, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT WITH AUDITOR'S OPINION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2001. THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 8:08 PM. THE REGULAR CITX COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 8:12 P.M. PAGE FIFTEEN - CITY COiJNCIL MINUTES -DECEMBER 11, 2001 PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS Leroy Tucker, 3532 Cherry Blossom, thanked the City Attorney for the work done on the disagreement for the campground. Addressed the agreement between the City and Molendyk & Associates and suggested that the City let students apply for a grant to help their education and the City. He then suggested that Council charter an airplane to take the Council, staff and students to Washington ar Sacrament in order to lobby for money. Bill Staples, 32941 Maiden Lane, addressed Councilman Hickman and Councilman Buckley regarding litigation between the City and EVMWD. He clarified what the Tilley Agreement meant to the City. He stated that the water belonged to Lake Elsinore. He indicated that Councilman Hickman replaced an admirable defender of the Lake. He stated that he hoped that Councilman Hickman would continue that effort. He summarized an incident that occurred with Councilman Buckley when the Councilman asked him for a ride in his boat out on the Lake some years ago. He stated that the Councilman, who was a reporter at that time, was looking for algae on the lake, however the lake was blue and no algae was seen. He further stated that at that time Mr. Buckley's photographer added a green filter to his camera in order to make the Lake appear green. He stated that he hoped the Councilman changed his opinion of the City of Lake Elsinore since then from negative to positive. Barbara Cady, Friends of the Library, reported upcoming events and meetings at the Library. She invited the public to attend. Bill Tucker, 740 Acacia, stated that Winterfest was a success with many merchants and happy people. Indicated that Pat Lovitt would be at the lodge. He stated that there would be an abundance of fishing at the parks. Ron LaPere, 16867 Wells St., stated that he was a City representative on the oversight committee for Riverside County for the Hydro-Electric Plant proposed. He gave a brief overview of the preliminary judgement in favor of the City as it PAGE SIXTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 related to EVMWD and the pursuit of the 1500 acre-feet of water due to the City. He raised the question of when the City would receive the water from EVMWD. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS City Manager Watenpaugh addressed Councilman Buckley regarding the Audit. He stated that any information not included in the audit was stated in the staff report as a reminder during the budget process. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS The City Attorney reported on the discussions for the Closed Sessions Items as listed on the agenda with no reportable action. COMMITTEE REPORTS Mayor Kelley gave an overview of the committee reports and the formation of committees in January 2002. She provided to Council a list of the current committees with appointees and alternates along with explanations of the purposes of the committees and meeting times. She encouraged the Councilmembers to involve themselves with the committees and volunteer to participate. Appointments would be made at the next Council meeting. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilman Hickman commented on the following: 1) Stated that they were working hard to get the water from EVMWD 2) Read a letter he received in November about tourism in Lake Elsinore. He expressed his appreciation for the ideas to promote the City of Lake Elsinore. PAGE SEVENTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 3) Wished everyone Happy Holidays Councilwoman Brinley commented on the following: 1) Suggested to Mr. LaPere that the chairman of his committee get in touch with the chairman of the JPA to discuss issues involving the lake level. 2) Stated that Winterfest was a success and thanked staff and the community for their participation and contributions. 3) Announced the RTA handprint event and festivities on Saturday, December 15th and invited the public to attend. 4) Wished the community a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 5) Asked that everyone remember the true meaning of the season and keep in mind the troops overseas. Councilman Buckley commented on the following: 1) expressed agreement with Mr. LaPere's comments on the Lake water issue and that the settlement needed to benefit the community. 2) Addressed the photograph issue and denied any doctoring of the print. He stated that the lake looked green at that time. 3) Advised the public that his number was listed in the local directory and addressed the addition of Council e-mail boxes. City Manager Watenpaugh stated that a policy would be brought forward for Council to review. 4) Wished everyone Merry Christmas. PAGE EIGHTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 Mayor Kelley asked if the general public could receive emails through the Web Page for the City of Lake Elsinore. City Manager Watenpaugh noted that the Council could get emails through the City of Lake Elsinore Web Page, however they would be unloaded by staff and would not come directly to each individual Councilperson. Councilman Schiffner commented on the following: l. Indicated that Winterfest was outstanding. He noted that Information/ Communications Manager Dennis had introduced him to one of the editors of the Californian News Paper. He indicated that he was happy to meet her, however he had not been happy with the publicity that the City had been getting from their paper. He noted that he had called her attention to the fact that the City had had two events in recent weeks and not one word had been in their newspaper. He further noted that in recent weeks the City had had the Grand Prix and Halloween Night. He stated that he did not know if that comment had any effect on her, however when the City held the Winterfest, he noticed that there was a nice write-up in the Californian about it. He indicated that he was glad that everyone in the area was able to see it. 2. He wished everyone a Merry Christmas. Mayor Kelley commented on the following: Wished everyone a very Merry Christmas. City Attorney Leibold stated that the next regularly scheduled City Council Meeting would fall on Christmas Day and there was a need to make an announcement that there would not be a Regularly Scheduled Meeting. She noted that the City Council would not convene until the ne~ Regularly Scheduled Meeting on January 8, 2002, at the Cultural Center in accordance with the regular schedule of the 4:00 p.m. Agenda Review Study Session, 5:00 p.m. Closed Session and 7:00 p.m. Public Meeting for open items. PAGE NINETEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 11, 2001 ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 8:37 P.M. ~ uo~~ GENIE KELLEY, MAYOR CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ATTEST: ~~~~ VICKI KASAD, CMC, CITY CLERK/ HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE