HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-28-2000 City Council MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, MARCH 28, 2000
~~~:~~:~~x~*:~~~~~x~:~~:~*~~:~~*:~x~~:~~~~:~~~*:~x~:~~~~:~~~~~~:~~:~*~~~~~~~~~:~~~
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Brinley at 7:04
p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilwoman Kelley.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was provided by Father Robert Guerrero representing St. Francis of
Rome.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KELLEY, METZE, PAPE,
SCHIFFNER, BRINLEY
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager Best,
City Attorney Leibold, Administrative Services Director Boone, Community
Development Director Brady, Fire Chief Seabert, Police Chief Walsh, City
Treasurer Ferro, Engineering Manager O'Donnell, Lake Operations Manager
Kilroy and City Clerk Kasad.
PRESENTATION
a. Business of the Quarter - Winter, 2000. (F:56.1)
Mayor Brinley detailed the background and contributions of the NearCal
Corporation; and commended Carl and Dwight Johnson on their efforts. She
presented them the Business of the Quarter plaque and displayed the
perpetual plaque.
Carl Johnson thanked the Council for this recognition. Dwight Johnson noted
the importance of supporting the community in which you live.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS
A request was received to address the following agenda item and deferred to that
discussion:
PAGE TWO - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
Item No. 32.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS
PRESENTED.
1. The following Minutes were approved:
a. City Council Study Session - March 7, 2000.
b. Special City Council Meeting - March 7, 2000.
c. Regular City Council Meeting - March 14, 2000. (44.4)
The following Minutes were received and ordered filed:
d. Planning Commission Meeting - March 1, 2000. (F:60.3)
e. Design Review Committee Meeting - March 1, 2000. (F:60.4)
2. Ratified Warrant List for March 15, 2000. (F:123)
3. Rejected and referred to Claims Administrator for handling, the Claim
Against the`City submitted by 7ames E. Parker - CL# 2000-2. (F:52.2)
4. Adopted Resolution No. 2000-12, approving the Proposed Stop Sign
Controlled Intersections on Skyline Drive at Various Intersections. (F:162.2)
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-12
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, DESIGNATING THE LOCATION OF CERTAIN STOP
INTERSECTIONS.
PUBLIC HEARING
21. Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 23848-14. Amendment No. 1
°Cottonwood Hills Specific Plan" - Pardee Construction Company. (F:160.2)
City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that the recommendation was for
continuance of this item Yo Apri125th.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY PAPE AND CARRIED BY
UNAIVIMOUS VOTE TO CONTINUE TAIS ITEM TO APRIL 25, 2000.
22. Tentative Parcel Map No. 29549 - Cottonwood Hills Specific Plan - Pardee
Construction Company. (F:110.2)
City Manager Watenpaugh reviewed the Planning Commission
recommendations for this item.
PAGE THREE-CITY COUNCIL MINUTES-MARCH 28, 2000
Community Development Director Brady provided a summary of the
proposed project, and detailed the required Council actions. He noted a
minar correction to Condition 63, indicating that it should read:
63. Street A shall ha~e a minimum of a sixty (60') ft. right-of-way, with
forty (40') ft. curb-to-curb. (Changing "local streets" to "street A").
He indicated that the applicant was concerned with condition #64,
particularly with regard to the potential that they would be required to widen
the road in the future. Mr. Brady clarified that there is a Development
Agreement in place on this project and they were vested with the 1989
standards for road width and it could not be required to be widened.
Mayor Brinley opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m., asking those persons
interested in this item to speak. The following person spoke:
Jim Stringer, General Manager, Pardee Construction Company, advised that
they were in agreement with the Conditions as proposed.
Hearing no additional requests to speak, the public hearing was closed at 7:16
p.m.
I Councilman Metze noted that he spoke with Mr. Brady yesterday regarding
Condition #20, regarding a homeowners association. He indicated that he
would prefer to see it be one way or the other (either having or not having a
homeowner's association). Community Development Directar Brady
indicated that he did speak with the applicant on this matter and they do plan
to have a Homeowners' Association for this development. He recommended
the following revised verbiage for Condition #20:
20. A homeowners association shall be established to manage and impose
fees for the purpose of maintaining all slopes or. ..........
Councilman Metze noted that he finds it useless to have CR & R's if there is
no homeowners' association in place to enforce them.
Councilwoman Kelley noted that she was glad to see that the first street light
is to operational before the school opens.
Mayor Pro Tem Pape noted that there are 71 conditions of approval to guide
the project and indicated that it looks like a good project.
Mayor Brinley concurred that the 71 conditions would be met and the
applicant had agreed to the requested modifications and amendments.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY PAPE AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.
29549 BASED ON THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS, EXHIBIT "A" AND
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING REVISED CONDITIONS OF
PAGE FOUR - CITY COiTNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
APPROVAL:
1. The proposed subdivision, together with the provisions for its design and
improvements, is consistent with the General Plan, the Cottonwood Hills
Specific Plan, and the approved Development Agreement at the time of its
approval and adoption. The proposed subdivision is compatible with the
objectives, policies, general land uses and programs specified in the General
Plan and the Cottonwood Hills Specific Plan at the time of its approval and
adoption.
2. The effects this project is likely to have upon the housing needs of the region,
the public service requirements of its residents and the available fiscal and
environmental resources have been considered and balanced.
3. The design of the subdivision provides to the greatest eatent possible, for
future passive or natural heating or cooking opportunities in the subdivision.
(Government Code Section 66412.3)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL - TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 29549
PLANNING DIVISION
L Tentative Parcel Map No. 29549 will expire two (2) years from date of
approval unless within that period of time a final map has been filed with the
County Recorder, or an extension of time is granted by the City of Lake
Elsinore City Council in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act.
2. Tentative Parcel Map No. 29549 shall comply with the State of California
Subdivision Map Act and shall comply with all applicable requirements of the
Lake Elsinor`e Municipal Code, Title 16 unless modified by approved
Conditions of Approval.
3. The applicant shall defend (with counsel acceptable to the City), indemnify,
and hold harmless the City, its Official, Officers, Employees, and Agents
from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City, its Official, Officers,
Employees, or Agents to attach, set aside, void, or annul an approval of the
City, its advisory agencies, appeal boards, or legislative body concerning
;Tentative Parcel Map No. 29549, which action is bought within the time
period provided for in California Government Code Sections 65009 and/or
66499.37, and Public Resources Code Section 21167. The City will promptly
notify the Applicant of any such claim, action, or proceeding against the City
and will cooperate fully with the defense. If the City fails to promptly notify
ihe Applicant of any such claim, or proceeding, the Applicant shall not,
thereafter, be responsible to defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City.
4. ' A precise survey with closures far boundaries and all lots shall be provided;
per City Ordinance.
PAGE FIVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
5. The City's Noise Ordinance must be met during all site preparation activity.
6. Street names within the subdivision shall be approved by the Community
Development Director or Designee prior to final map approval.
7. Applicant shall bond for all public improvements and grading for subject
development as required by the City Engineer. a) Bonding shall be done by
phases and not by final maps(s) on grading. b)Bonding shall be done by final
map(s) for all other improvements.
8. Pay all applicable fees including park fees as stated in the development
agreement prior to issuance of building permits.
9. Prior to final map approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 29549, the
improvements specified herein and approved by the Planning Commission
and the City Council shall be installed, or the bonds and agreement for said
improvements, shall be submitted to the City for approval by the City
Engineer, and all other stated conditions shall be complied with.
10. Prior to Final Tract Map approval, provide drainage acceptance letters from
adjacent property owners to be approved by the City Engineer and City
Attorney and recorded.
11. All of the improvements shall be designed by developer's Civil Engineer to
the specifications of the City of Lake Elsinore.
12. Comply with all conditions of the Riverside County Fire Department.
Provide fire buffer zones around the west side of tract boundary and
landscape for fire retardant and erosion control prior to issuance of first
Certificate of Occupancy.
13. Applicant must meet all requirements of Elsinore Valley Municipal Water
District (EVMWD).
14. The applicant shall provide connection to public sewer for each lot within the
subdivision. No service laterals shall cross adjacent property lines and shall
be delineated on engineering sewer plans and profiles for submittal to the
EVMWD.
15. The developer shall submit plans to Southern California Edison for a layout of
the street lighting system. The cost of street lighting, installation as well as
energy charges shall be the responsibility of the developer and/or the
association. Said plans shall be approved by the City and shall be installed in
accordance with the City Standards.
16. Meet all requirements of the providing electric utility company.
17. Meet all requirements of the providing gas utility company.
PAGE SIX - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
18. Meet all requirements of the providing telephone utility company.
19. All trailers used during construction, mailboxes and signage shall be subject
to Planning Division review and approval prior to installation.
20. A homeowners association shall be established, to manage and impose fees
for the purpose of maintaining all slopes or common areas, open space,
private drainage facilities, firebreaks, habitat areas, private recreational
facilities and grounds, private streets and any other common amenities. This
association shall be established subject to current State laws and be subject to
the approval of the City Attorney and Community Development Director who
shall review all CC & R's and rules for their adequacy and completeness. The
City Attorney shall review CC & R's, homeowners association documents and
all documents to convey title to the homeowners association.
21. Subdivider shall record CC & R's for the project prohibiting on-street storage
of boats, motor homes, trailers and trucks over one (1) ton capacity. It shall
also record a reciprocal parking and access agreement in favor of all lots
within the subdivision. CC & R's shall be subject to the approval of the
Community Development Director, or his designee, prior to recordation of
any deeds or final map. CC& R's shall be recorded prior to issuance of any
Certificate of Occupancy for the units when developed in the future.
22. Any alterations to the topography, ground surface, or any other site
preparation activity will require appropriate Grading City permits. A
Geologic Soils Report with associated recommendations will be required for
grading permit approval, and all grading must meet the City's Grading
Ordinance, subject to the approval of the City Engineer and the Planning
Division. Analysis of impacts of fills and cuts greater than sixty-feet (60')
shall be provided. Interim and permanent erosion control measures are
required. The applicant shall bond 100% for material and labor for one (1)
year for erosion control landscaping at the time the site is rough graded.
23. All development associated with this map requires separate Design Review
approvaL
24. Prior to issuance of any grading permit or building permit, subdivider shall
sign and complete an "Acknowledgment of Conditions" and shall return the
executed ariginal to the Community Development Department.
25. All project mitigation measures, listed within the certified EIR for the project,
shall be incorporated into project design and development.
26. The applicant shall pay applicable fees and obtain proper clearance from the
Lake Elsinore Unified School District (LEUSD) prior to issuance of building
permits.
PAGE SEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
ENGINEERING DIVISION
27. All Public Works requirements shall be complied with as a condition of
development as specified in the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) prior
to final map approval.
28. Tentative Parcel Map No. 29549 shall be subject to all applicable conditions
of approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 23848 (Cottonwood Hills
Development).
29. Pay all Capital Improvement and Plan Check fees (LEMC 1634, Resolution
85-26).
30. Submit a"Will Serve" letter to the City Engineering Division from the
applicable water agency stating that water and sewer arrangements have been
made for this project. Submit this letter prior to final map approval.
31. Deleted.
32. Lettered lots A, B and C shall be dedicated to a homeowner's association.
33. Construct all public works improvements per approved street plans (LEMC
12.04). Plans must be approved and signed by the City Engineer prior to final
map approval (LEMC 16.34).
34. Street improvement plans and specifications shall be prepared by a Calif.
Registered Civil Engineer. Improvements shall be designed and constructed
to Riverside County Road Department Standards, latest edition, and City
Codes (LEMC 12.04 and 1634).
35. Applicant shall enter into an agreement with the City for the construction of
public works improvements and shall post the appropriate bonds prior to final
map approval.
36. The desirable design grade for local streets should not exceed 9%. The
maximum grade of 15% should only be used because of design constraints.
37. 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).
38. All compaction reports, grade certifications, monument certifications (with tie
notes delineated on 8'h" x 11" Mylar) shall be submitted to the Engineering
Division before final inspection of public works improvements will be
scheduled and approved.
39. Applicant shall obtain all necessary off-site easements for off-site grading
from the adjacent property owners prior to final map approval.
PAGE EIGHT - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
40. Arrangements for relocation of utility company facilities (power poles, vaults,
etc.) out of the roadway or alley shall be the responsibility of the property
owner or his agent.
41. Provide fire protection facilities as required in writing by Riverside County
Fire.
42. Provide street lighting and show lighting improvements as part of street
improvement plans as required by the City Engineer.
43. Developer shall install blue reflective pavement markers in the street at all fire
hydrant locations.
44. 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.
45. 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, '-
46. All utilities except electrical over 12 kV shall be placed underground, as
approved by the serving utility.
47. If grading exceeds 50 cubic yards, grading plans shall be prepared by a Calif.
Registered Civil Engineer and approved prior to grading permit issuance.
Prior to any grading, the applicant shall obtain a grading permit and post
appropriate security.
48. Provide soils, geology and seismic report including street design
recommendations. Provide final soils report showing compliance with
recommendations.
49. All grading shall be done under the supervision of a geotechnical engineer
and he shall certify all slopes steeper than 2 to 1 for stability and proper
erosion control. All manufactured slopes greater than 30 ft. in height shall be
contoured.
50. 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.
51. On-site drainage facilities located outside of road right-of-way should be
contained within drainage easements shown on the final map. A note should
be added to the final map stating "Drainage easements shall be kept free of
buildings and obstructions".
PAGE NINE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
52. All natural drainage traversing site shall be conveyed through the site, or shall
be collected and conveyed by a method approved by the City Engineer.
53. 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
drainage.
54. All drainage facilities in this tract shall be constructed to Riverside County
Flood Control District Standards.
55. Storm drain inlet facilities shall be appropriately stenciled to prevent illegally
dumping in the drain system; the warding and stencil shall be approved by the
city engineer.
56. 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.
57. Driveable access shall be provided for maintenance into the detention basin in
parcel D.
58. A drainage acceptance letter will be necessary from the downstream property
owners for outletting the proposed stormwater run-off on private property.
59. Developer shall be subject to all Master Planned Drainage fees and will
receive credit for all Master Planned Drainage facilities constructed.
60. Applicant shall provide the city with proof of his having filed a Notice of
Intent with the Regional Water Quality Control Board for the National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program with a storm
water pollution prevention plan prior to issuance of grading permits. The
applicant shall provide a SWPPP for post construction which describes
BMP's that will be implemented for landscaping, the application of
herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers.
61. 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.
62. Intersecting streets on the inside radius of a curve will only be permitted when
adequate sight distance is verified by a registered civil engineer.
63. Street A shall have a minimum of a sixty (60) ft. right-of -way with forty-
(40) ft. curb-to-curb.
64. Cottonwood Hills Road and Lost Road shall be improved as specified in the
PAGE TEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
Cottonwood Hills Specific Plan Transportation Phasing Program except for
the allowance of left turn lanes at intersections and/or driveways for safety
prior to the first certificate of occupancy.
65. No residential lot shall front and access shall be restricted on Cottonwood
Hills Road and so noted on the final map.
66. A traffic signal shall be installed and be operational at the intersection of Lost
Rd. and Cottonwood Hills Rd. prior to the first class being held on the school
site.
67. Applicant shall provide a homeowner's association with CC & R's for
maintenance of the open space.
68. The open space lots adjacent to large open space area shall be designated as a
fuel modification zone for a firebreak to be maintained by a homeowner's
association.
69. The developer shall comply with a Cultural Resources Mitigation Program
prior to final map approval or grading permit (whichever occurs first). The
program shall be based on site evaluations by qualified archaeologists and
historians to establish significance of each site and a detailed plan for
appropriate mitigation, subject to the approval of the Community
Development Director. Compensation for disturbances to cultural resources
shall be provided by a program to recover information from sites that shall be
monitored by archaeologists where required by the EIR. In the event
significant historic material is discovered, it shall be removed before grading
occurs.
70. All waste material, debris, vegetation and other rubbish generated during
cleaning, demolition, clear and grubbing or other phases of the construction
shall be disposed of af appropriate recycling centers. The applicant should
contract with CR&R Inc. for recycling and storage container services, but the
applicant may use the services of another recycling vendor provided that the
recyclable materials are either donated or sold to the vendar. Another
recycling vendor, other than CR&R Inc., cannot charge the applicant for
recycling bin rental, recycling services, or other services related to recycling
or solid waste disposal. Unless the applicant is using CR&R Inc. for recycling
services, the applicant shall supply proof of debris disposal at a recycling
center, including verification of tonnage by certified weighmaster tickets.
71. Developer shall install one benchmark in accordance with Riverside County
Standards and at a location to be determined by the City Engineer.
23. Cost Recoverv Actions - 260 N Main Street 283 N Main Street 801
W. Graham Avenue. (F:32.4)
City Manager Watenpaugh explained that this was a housekeeping item,
allowing the City to recoup costs of abatement.
PAGE ELEVEN - CITX COUNCIL NIINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
Mayor Brinley opened the public hearing at 7:20 p.m., asking those persons
interested in this item to speak.
Hearing no requests to speak, Mayor Brinley closed the public hearing at 7:21
p.m.
Councilman Schiffner requested clarification that the costs for 283 N. Main
had already been paid. Community Development Director Brady confirmed
that it had been paid and there would be no lien on that property. Mr.
Schiffner noted that this would reduce the overall costs pending by about
$15,000.
Mayor Pro Tem Pape expressed hopes that the other properties would change
hands soon so the City could get its money.
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOU5 VOTE TO APPROVE THESE COST RECOVERY ACTIONS
SO STAFF COULD PREPARE BILLINGS, FOLLOWED BY THE
PLACEMENT OF LIENS IF NECESSARY, ON EACH PROPERTY.
BUSINESS ITEMS
31. Southwest Countv Growth Oversi~ht Task Force. (F:44.1)(X:140.1)
City Manager Watenpaugh noted that Councilwoman Kelly had been
attending these meetings for approximately the last year; working with
Temecula, Murrieta, Canyon Lake and the County to try to establish a
uniform traffic mitigation fee. He explained that the Committee is now
expanding and has requested that the City appoint an additional
representative to attend meetings with Councilwoman Kelley.
Councilman Metze suggested that Councilman Schiffner be appointed to this
new position.
Councilwoman Kelley confirmed that she had been attending these meetings
for over a year and was looking forward to assistance on the committee; and
noted that the material was quite overwhelming.
MOVED BY METZE, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPOINT COUNCILMAN SCHIFFNER AS THE
SECOND REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SOUTHWEST COUNTY GROWTH
OVERSIGHT TASK FORCE.
32. Joint Powers Agreement for Lake Elsinore and San Jacinto Watersheds
Authoritv. (F:68.1)
City Manager Watenpaugh eaplained the proposed Joint Powers Agreement
relating to Proposition 13. He noted that Proposition 13 provided
approximately $250 million in funding, with $15 million identified for the
PAGE TWELVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
Lake Elsinore area and water quality. He e~lained that the intent of this item
was to form an Agency consisting of three entities being SAWPA, EVMWD
and the City of Lake Elsinore. He further explained that this group had been
meeting for appro~mately six months to identify the needs and projects for
the Authority to address. He advised that the proposed format follows the old
LEMA Agreement. He noted that the staff report did not include the fiscal
impact of the agreement which would be $20,000 to $25,000 per participating
Agency. He suggested that the Council approve the JPA with the three
original members, and the ability to expand to include additional members as
needed. He indicated that staff feels the JPA is critical to the City and
suggested that Supervisor Buster and the Flood Control District should
potentially be asked to join the JPA for what they can bring to the table with
regard to the watershed. He recommended that the Council approve the
agreement with modifications to be approved by the City Attorney and City
Manager. He e~lained that the City Attorney was concerned that the JPA
needed to directly follow the legislation passed with regard to identifying the
projects and moving forward. City Attorney Leibold addressed her concerns
that the JPA should be created in compliance with the statutory mandates and
authorities as outlined in Proposition 13. She indicated that the agreement
was acceptable for the most part, but leaves out some of the legislative intent,
consistent with the Lake Elsinore Management Plan. She -further indicated
that she sent specific language corrections today to ensure that the agreement
keeps pace°with the legislation.
Kevin Jeffries, representing Western Municipal Water District, indicated that
his personal preference would be for a smaller JPA, but common sense would
suggested that it might not work in the real world. He advised that Western
would support whatever the City and Water District agree to do. He
suggested if they were a member of the JPA and could provide assistance,
they would do so, bringing to the table their share of the administrative costs
to run the JPA. He clarified that Western would be in no position to assist
with the Operation and Maintenance costs. He advised that Western is
already indirectly involved through SAWPA. He indicated that as a local
resident he advocates Western retuming some of the dollars collected from
the valley to the valley. He noted that with regard to the other $235 million in
Proposition 13, it has already been earmarked for specified projects. He
expressed hopes that the $15 million would help Lake Elsinore and Canyon
Lake, but expressed concern that upstream work can't be done within the $15
million, so additional funds would be needed. He wished the Council luck in
putting together the JPA.
Mayor Brinley eapressed appreciation for Mr. Jeffries' support during
previous meetings.
Councilwoman Kelley requested clarification that the current proposal was
for three entities with the possibility of additional participants. City Manager
Watenpaugh confirmed that it would be the three original partners with the
ability to expand to others. Councilwoman Kelley concurred with the smaller
the better concept, but suggested that this would be omitting important
PAGE THIRTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
participants. She indicated that since much of the Lake is in the County area
they are an important stakeholder in the Lake; and suggest the inclusion of
Supervisor Buster in the JPA for additional leverage and input. She further
, indicated that the County Flood Control District would be an important
participant as well.
Councilman Schiffner concurred with Councilwoman Kelley and suggested
that in the interest of time, the agreement should be formed and the group
should move forward. He noted that the money would be available in July
and there was considerable paperwork to be processed by that time. He
indicated that as long as the JPA with established with the three and the
ability to appoint others, he would support the action. He suggested that in
the meantime, until the funds are aeailable, the group could move forward
with the necessary requests.
Councilman Metze concurred that smaller was better; and concurred with
Councilwoman Kelley regarding the County's participation, since much of the
Lake is in the County. He fizrther concurred that the County and the Flood
Control District both have things to bring to the table. He stressed the
importance of gaining support from the County. He indicated that he was
glad that efforts were following the legislation; and noted that he wanted
more of an emphasis on some of the information, such as the money staying
in Lake Elsinore for the Lake. He commented that EVMWD, the City and
TMC all provided funds to work with a lobbyist, but for the last four years the
City had sent Councilmembers to Sacramento to lobby for funding. He
concurred that the watershed area was important, but stressed that there are
some special, costly items which were important for the Lake itself. He
suggested that these dollars will produce incredible progress for the
Community and the surrounding area. He suggested that there was no reason
the agencies couldn't work together and accomplish things.
Mayor Pro Tem Pape indicated that he agreed with some of the previous
comments, such as smaller is better for management purposes; however he
did not agree with expanding the size of the agency with two more members.
He indicated that SAWPA had requested about $400 million initially and
only received about $235 million. He stressed that they have more projects
than they ha~e money. He noted that many people were surprised that the
City of Lake Elsinore is specifically earmarked for $15 million. He stressed
that this was the result of a lot of effort, door knocking, meeting with
legislators and pointing out problems. He commented that TMC had been
very helpful in the lobbying efforts as well. He expressed concern with Lake
Elsinore's funds being lost in a larger pool; and stressed that the contemplated
JPA will decide how it is spent. He stressed that the Bond listed SAWPA,
EVMWD and the City. He suggested taking a lesson from SAWPA to deal
with their money for themselves; unless assistance is needed from another
agency. He commented that the County should only be brought in on
specific issues or needs; and questioned why the agency should be expanded
to other agencies, if it was not necessary. He stressed that he would like to
see the JPA have self control over its own destiny; rather than other entities
PAGE FOURTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
having more ideas for diversion of the funds. He expressed hopes for
immediate improvements in water quality. He indicated that input from the
County on the upstream situation would be helpful, however the City has for
years taken the iead in working to improve the water quality in the Lake. He
stressed that the agency should be kept as small as possible with the three
ariginal members, discussed in the Bond.
Mayor Brinley noted that she had been participating in the meetings prior to
approval of Proposition 13, and she views the formation differently. She
noted that the agency will represent a shared Lake and stressed the need to
look at the overall picture and work toward a common goal. She noted that it
was important to assure that the Lake was recreation useable; and suggested
that the Flood Control District and Supervisor Buster would bring to the table
tools to put all the necessary mechanisms in place and expedite the effort on a
faster track. She indicated that she had a conversation with Supervisor
Venerable today and he reminded her that the Supervisors are City user
friendly and he concurred that the efforts on Lake Elsinore and upstream will
be for the betterment of the whole area. She stressed the opportunity for a
productive relationship between the two JPA's; and further stressed the need
far Supervisor Buster and the Flood Control District participation to provide
input and help e~edite the process. She requested that the Council reaffirm
her as the representative and appoint an alternate representative to the JPA.
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPOINT COUNCILMAN SCffiFFNER AS THE
ALTERNATE.
MOVED BY METZE, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY A
VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH PAPE CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO
APPROVE THE PROPOSED AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED TO FOLLOW
THE LEGISLATION, SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY THE CITY ATTORNEY
AND CTTY MANAGER; TO APPOINT MAYOR BRINLEY AND
COUNCILMAN SCHIFFNER AS THE REPRESENTATIVES TO THE JPA.
City Attorney Leibold clarified that the agreement would be amended to
allow far three primary participants with additional members as needed.
THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 7:51
P.M.
THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 7:54 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS
Ruth Atkins, representing the Lake Elsinore Historical Society, e~ended and open
invitation to attend the Fire Engine Open House. She indicated that while the
restoration is not yet finished, the crew has done a magnificent job on the work to
date. She announced that the Open House would be held on April 2°d from 9 a.m.
to 3 p.m. in the City garage at Main/JLibrary Streets, across from City Park.
PAGE FIFTEEN - CITY COiJNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
Debbie Crawford, representing the Elsinore Valley Arts Netwark, encouraged
attendance at their upcoming meeting on April 6~' at 7 p.m. in the Cultural Center.
She reminded the community of the Young Poets Contest, and advised that they are
now accepting entries; noting that the contest is open to Lake Elsinore Unified
School District students in Grades 3 through 12. She read one of last year's
winning poems, "Why Bother", by Austin Ray, to inspire young poets to participate.
She indicated that interested parties could contact her at (909) 678-5924.
Larry Regis, 33210 Little John Way, reported that the Lake Elsinore Princess, was
ready to go on the road again, leaving City Park at 9 a.m. tomorrow, travelling to
Elsinore West Marina and being launched. He advised that the bottom had been
refurbished, the first level paneled, the ceiling completed by Foamworks, and the
paddles had been started. He advised that the Princess will be housed at Elsinroe
West Marina under a contract for the next 15 years. He indicated that barring any
unforeseen circumstances, they would be looking at a Memorial Day launch for the
first cruise. He thanked the City Council, City Staff and project volunteers for their
assistance in this process. He invited everyone to view the Princess being moved
on March 29~'.
Dino Dinaso, 33139 Adelfa, representing Aero Events, noted their presentation of
the Masters of Free-style Hang Gliding last December, and e~ressed hopes that
they would return with a 2000 event. He noted that he saw an aerial photo in City
Hall and another blank spot on the wall. He presented aerial photos taken by a
world champion free-style pilot over the City, to the City and the Historical Society.
He expressed hopes that the Historical Society would establish a gallery for photos
from long time pilots in the area. He advised that they are preparing a preliminary
proposal for submittal to the City, for them to be permitted to do aero-towing on a
portion of City owned property at the levee end of the Lake. He explained that
there are too many people in the park during the summer months. Mayor Brinley
suggested that Mr. Dinaso meet with Mr. Watenpaugh to discuss his proposal; and
thanked Mr. Dinaso for the photos.
Chris Vanover, 300 N. Ellis, noted this was a night for good things and presented
the City with a rare potted Banyon tree. He advised that it was originally from
Southeast Asia, where they grow very large; and suggested that this tree would
become a forest on its own. He detailed the requirements for a plant of this type and
presented it to the community for future enjoyment in a new park or other grassy
area. Mayor Brinley thanked Mr. Vanover for the gift and indicated that staff
would plant it someplace proper.
Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest, noted that she was getting exciting with the water
issues coming up in the community including Proposition 13 and the reclaimed
water task force reestablishment. She expressed hopes that the citizens of Lake
Elsinore would learn more about what recycled water is; noting that it may have to
be introduced into the Lake eventually. She noted that when she started on the task
force she did not agree with the use of recycled water, but after learning about it, she
feels the public might be surprised.
Mayor Brinley noted a special occasion to be celebrated and wished Councilman
PAGE SIXTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINLJTES - MARCH 28, 2000
Schiffner a Happy Birthday. She presented him with a birthday cupcake and the
Council, staff and audience sang Happy Birthday. Councilman Schiffner noted that
having already had to deal with several birthdays, he wished for many more.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Watenpaugh commented on the following:
1) Introduced Pat Kilroy, Lake Operations Manager and noted his
background as a Marine Biologist. He noted that the City was
fortunate to have Mr. Kilroy on staff.
2) Noted that the Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem and the City Manager were
invited to go with the Valley Group to meet with Congressmen and
other delegates to present position papers. He indicated that they
worked for support of the City's water quality efforts. He noted that
Congressman Calvert has already obtained a 1/2 million dollars from
EPA/HLTD to be used as a local matching fund. He is also working for
an additional million dollars in the budget to assist with Lake efforts.
He stressed that the entire Council has worked hard to find solution for
the Lake. He thanked Mayor Brinley and Mayor Pro Tem Pape for
their support in Washington, D.C.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
City Attorney Leibold commented on the following:
1) Noted that there was a Special Meeting at 5 p.m. today regarding
pending litigation and water rights, which resulted in no reportable
action.
2) Wished Councilman Schiffner a Happy Birthday.
No reports.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilman Metze commented on the following:
1) Wished Councilman Schiffner a Happy Birthday.
Councilwoman Kelley commented on the following:
1) Encouraged everyone to go see "Grease" at Temescal Canyon High
School.
2) Announced the Youth Court Spaghetti Dinner on April 19~' at the Elks
Club.
. . .. ~., x 3.. .
PAGE SEVENTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
3) Announced a Cops for Kids event at Lake Chevrolet on June 9`~'; and
advised that Tammy Walsh has further information at 909-676-5602.
4) Congratulated NearCal for Business of the Quarter. She noted that
they ha~e supported her community concerns on many occasions.
5) Noted that she was present when the Channel Catfish were delivered
today and noted the 47 lb. Fish which took three people to put it in the
Lake. She noted that if anyone catches it they are eligible for a$100
gift certificate at Turner Outdoors. She noted no one has caught the
tagged trout yet. She expressed hopes that people would catch and
release the large catfish. She suggested that all fishermen should be
on the Lake this weekend.
Mayor Pro Tem commented on the following:
1) Noted that he had the opportunity to go to Washington, D.C. for
meetings with the Valley Group and representatives of businesses and
other cities. He noted that they spent a lot of time with
Congressmembers Calvert, Bono and Packard on Lake issues. He
indicated that they were looking for Federal matching funds and
suggested that other Agencies would line up for those funds soon.
Councilman Schiffner commented on the following:
1) Thanked the Council for the recognition of his Birthday.
2) Congratulated Frank Jackson, Larry Regis and the volunteers for their
diligent efforts to get the boat on the Lake. He noted that he would be
present to see it go on the water tomorrow. He also noted that Pete
Dawson had been training to be able to serve as one of the Captains of
the Princess.
3) Thanked Chris Hyland for her comments regarding recycled water; and
noted that he was also on the Committee and was able to witness the
conversion of Mrs. Hyland regarding the reclaimed water issue. He
concurred that after proper education she realized the same thing the
rest of the committee did, and signed the paper of findings.
4) Noted that the Mayor just returned from Washington D.C. and said the
water was fine. He noted that Washington D.C. uses recycled water in
the drinking water system.
Mayor Brinley commented on the following:
1) Noted that the trip to Washington, D.C. was good and Congressman
Calvert and Congresswoman Bono were very encouraging on the water
issues. She indicated that Congressman Calvert is behind the City all
the way, and is working hard to capitalize on matching fund
PAGE EIGHTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 28, 2000
opportunities. She noted that he wants to see the JPA work and he was
pleased at the thought of including County agencies to ensure every
mechanism a~ailable to the City. She stressed that Congressman
Calvert was informed of the City's direction and would probably start
meeting quarterly'to keep him informed of the City's progress.
2) Reinforced the Historical Society announcement regarding the Fire
Engine Open House on April 2°d from 9 a:m. to 3 pm. She reiterated
that the warkers have done a beautiful job on the engine and
encouraged people to come out and admire the work to date.
City Manager Watenpaugh thanked the Hang Gliding group for the photos and
thanked Mr. Vanover for the Banyon Tree. He suggested that the tree might be
appropriate on the point at Lakepoint Park.
CLOSED SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADJOLIRN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AT 8:22 P.M.
PAMELA BRI~TLEY,~MAYa
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
ATTEST:
~~ ~~
VICHI KA AD, CMC, CITY CLERK
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE