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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-08-2000 City Council MinutesMINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2000 ~:~~~~:~:~~~~~*:~:~~~~~~:~:~~*~~:~~:~~~~~~~*~*~~:~~:~~~:~~~:~~*:~~**~~**:~~~~:~:~~~ CALL TO ORDER The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Brinley at 7:05 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Community Services Director Sapp INVOCATION The Invocation was provided by Dr. Gary Musgrove representing Horizon Church. 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, Community Services Director Sapp, Fire Chief Seabert, Police Chief Walsh, Information/Communications Manager Dennis, City Treasurer Ferro and City CIerWHuman Resources Director Kasad. PRESENTATIONS A. Presentation - Economic Development Corporation of Southwest Riverside Countv Golf Tournament. (F:56.1) Diane Sessions, Economic Development Agency representative, noted that the City is a member of this organization. She also noted that this was the 6`~' Annual Golf Tournament, but the first municipal contest. She congratulated the City's Golf team, consisting of Ken Seumalo, Rich Hess, Robin Chipman and Duane Morita, on their win in the municipal contest. Mayor Brinley thanked staff for their representation of the City. Ms. Sessions expressed appreciation for the City's continued support and complimented the City Council on the recent Main Street improvements. B. Presentation - Unitv in the Communitv Parade. (F:62.1) Jeanie Corral, representing the Unity in the Community Parade, noted that this will be their fourth annual Parade. She also noted that last year there PAGE TWO - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 were over 3,000 student and adult participants; and detailed the participating groups. She announced that this year°s event will be held on November 18t'' at 10 a.m. with the event being over by noon. She requested community participation and volunteers; and noted that the event is a product of the Community Action Planning Workshop, intended to work toward making the community a better place. She noted that it was felt that a parade was a tangible product which would demonstrate their dedication to the effort. She offered special thanks to business community representatives and other community organizations. She invited potential participants to contact her to participate. C. Presentation - Planning Commissioner Sands. (F:60.2) Mayor Brinley noted that former Planning Commissioner Sands was not able to be present at this meeting. She expressed thanks to him for his service to the community, expressed appreciation for his work and stressed that he was an asset to the community. She indicated that she would have the plaque delivered to his home. D. Proclamation - State Champion of the Junior Olvmpic Tae Kwon Do - Evalee Guerra. (F:122.1) Mayor Brinley read and presented the Proclamation to Evalee Guerra and commended her on her success. E. Proclamation - Riverside Countv Sheriffs Three Lakes Posse Rodeo. (F:127.2)(X:122.1) Mayor Brinley read and presented the Proclamation to Gary Brown and Dan Uhlry on behalf of the Posse. Gary Brown, President of the Three Lakes Posse organization thanked the Council for this Proclamation and noted that in the past the Lake Elsinore Valley Rodeo was a landmark event and looked forward to it gaining that status again in the future. He announced that this year's event would be dedicated to Dave Vik and the volunteers of past rodeos. Dan Uhlry, Treasurer of Three Lakes Posse and Codirector of the Rodeo, invited Mayor Brinley to participate as a Grand Marshal at the rodeo. Mayor Brinley thanked the posse for this invitation. Mr. Uhlry announced that the Rodeo would be held September 1-3, 2000 at 730 p.m., with a dance to follow. PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS Requests were received to address the following items and deferred to those discussions: Item Nos. 31 and 33. PAGE THREE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS The following items were pulled from the Consent Calendar for further discussion and consideration: Item Nos. 5, 7, and 8. MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED. The following Minutes were approved: a. City Council Study Session - July 13, 2000. b. City Council/Redevelopment Agency - July 24, 2000. c. Regular City Council Meeting - July 24, 2000. (F:44.4) The following Minutes were received and ordered filed: d. Planning Commission Meeting - July 19, 2000. (F:603) e. Design Review Commission Meeting - July 19, 2000. (F:60.4) 2. Ratified the Warrant List for July 31, 2000. (F:12.3) 3. Approved Contract with Jauregui & Culver, Inc. for the Construction of the Restroom Renovations at the Community Center in the amount of $31,219; and authorized the City Manager to execute the contract. (F:643) 4. Declared the IBM Photocopier Surplus and authorized disposal at auction. (F: 48.1) 6. Approved C.D.B.G. Sponsor's Agreement Senior Citizen's Center - Fiscal Year 2000-2001, and authorized staff to execute the necessary agreements. (F:84.2) PUBLIC HEARINGS 21. Resolution Nos. 2000-37 and 2000-38 - Confirmin~ Placement of Weed Abatement and Nuisance Abatement Costs on the Propertv Tax Roll. (F:166.1)(X32.4) City Manager Watenpaugh noted that this was an annual housekeeping item. Community Development Director Brady reiterated that this was a standard annual procedure for placement of assessments on the tax rolls. He indicated that staff sent out about 5,000 notices for weed abatement, and the majority of the property owners abated the property; however the City had to have about 893 properties cleaned. He further indicated that there were a total of 8 nuisance abatement properties for placement on the rolls. He requested Council approval of the required resolutions. FAGE FOUR - CTTY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 Mayor Brinley opened the public hearing at 7:29 p.m., asking those persons interested in this item to speak. Hearing no one, the public hearing was closed at 730 p.m. Councilwoman Kelley indicated that she had no problem with this action which is the annual housecleaning to get problem properties abated. Councilman Metze concurred, noting that this was an annual consideration. Councilman Schiffner indicated that he was glad to see that there were no appeals filed in this process. MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NOS. 2000-37 AND 2000- 38; AND DIRECTED STAFF TO PLACE 5PECIAL ASSESSMENTS AGAINST THE PROPERTIES LISTED IN THE ITEMIZED REPORT FILED IN THE CITY CLEKR'S OFFICE. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-37 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING AN ITEMIZED WRITTEN REPORT SHOWING COST OF WEED AND RUBBISH ABATEMENT, CONFIRMING THE ITEMIZED WRITTEN REPORT FOR EACH SEPARATE PARCEL OF LAND REQUIRED BY SECTION 39574 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND PROVIDING THAT THE COSTS THEREOF ON EACH PARCEL OF LAND SHALL CONSTITUTE A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LIEN AGAINST SAID PARCELS OF LAND PURSUANT TO SECTION 39574 OF GOVERNMENT CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND PROVIDING FOR THE FILING OF SAID ASSESSMENTS AS PROVIDED IN SAID GOVERNMENT CODE. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-38 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING AN ITEMIZED WRITTEN REPORT SHOWING COST OF NUISANCE ABATEMENT, CONFIRMING THE ITEMIZED WRITTEN REPORT FOR EACH SEPARATE PARCEL OF LAND REQUIRED BY SECTION 39574 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND PROVIDING THAT THE COSTS THEREOF ON EACH PARCEL OF LAND SHALL CONSTITUTE A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LIEN AGAINST SAID PARCELS OF LAND PURSUANT TO SECTION 39574 OF GOVERNMENT CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND PROVIDING FOR THE FILING OF SAID ASSESSMENTS AS PROVIDED IN SAID GOVERNMENT CODE. PAGE FIVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 BUSINESS ITEMS 31. Renewal of Animal Control A~reement - Animal Friends of the Vallevs. (F:68.1)(X:18.3) City Manager Watenpaugh stated that this was a request to move forward with a new contract for Animal Friends of the Valley. He noted that two weeks ago Council held a Study Session regarding this issue and discussed a number of related issues, including an increase in the amount of the contract from $75,000 to $85,000 for Animal Control services, implementation of an Administrative Citation Program, Feline Registration Ordinance, service levels and appropriate budget reporting., He recommended that Council consider the four suggestions made by staff and direct staff to implement their decision. He indicated that staff from Animal Friends of the Valley were present to answer any questions from Council. Mayor Brinley asked that General Manager Washington and Assistant Director Bagwell be available for questions. Dixie Schleiger, 20765 Alameda Del Monte, Wildomar, stated that she was in support of Animal Friends of the Valley and noted that the importance of cat licensing was not immediately apparent to the publia She further noted the number of cats being saved because of the licensing. She commented on a recent newspaper article regarding the microchips that have been placed on adopted animals in Los Angeles and indicated that Animal Friends of the Valley has been using microchips for the last seven years. She commented that since the first of the year the State of California has required all adopted animals to be spayed or neutered and Animal Friends of the Valley implemented that program five years ago. Ms. Schleiger stated that Lake Elsinore may not be the City that was recognized as the first to license cats, however she felt that was not as important as cat licensing being done. She commended the Council for its forward thinking and saeing the lives of cats. Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest Drive, criticized Council for questioning Animal Friends of the Valley for requesting a$10,000 increase in their contract amount. She stated that in her opinion, Animal Friends of the Valley was saving the City of Lake Elsinore money. She stated that the City Council had no qualms about the amount of lawsuits pending against the City of Lake Elsinore, nor the amount of money spent on trips taken by Council and Management. She commented that Council does not hesitate to spend money to renovate restrooms at the Community Center and build a skateboard park, but will not spend money to take care of our animals. She stated that elected officials have their own agenda and nothing to stop them from following tliat agenda. She chastised Council for following a selfish agenda in regard to such a small increase. Ann Washington, General Manager of Animal Friends of the Valley, stated PAGE SIX - CITY COiTNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 that LEAF would not have been in existence if not for three Councilmembers in 1988 that awarded LEAF the contract for Animal Control services for the City of Lake Elsinore. She noted that five years ago the Animal Control Contract was reduced by $20,000 due to the City's financial problems. She noted that LEAF did not reduce their service level and stuck by the City through a trying financial time. She explained that they did come back to Council and explained that if they were going to work with more animals due to an increasing City population, they needed to take steps to cut down on surplus animal problems by licensing cats. She noted that there is a$10 fee for an altered cat and a$35 fee for an unaltered cat for a three-year license. She indicated that most cat owners do not want kittens and out of the 7771icensed cats in the system, all but five are altered. She further noted the license fees for altered and unaltered dogs. She noted that Animal Friends of the Ualley offers assistance for spaying and neutering if the animal owners cannot afford to do so on their own. She explained that the City of Lake Elsinore was the first to increase the unaltered license fee to $50, and indicated that many other cities have followed. Ms. Washington stated that when LEAF began the program, 58% of the licensed animals were altered and today 85% are altered. She noted that altering animals reduces the number of strays that exist in the City. She stated that with the City's assistance, LEAF advertised cat licensing and gave a 60-day amnesty period on violation fees and at that time canvassed. She stated that several Councilmembers had told her that they received complaints'regardirig cat licensing and felt uncomfortable regarding the issue. She explained the number of stray cats that LEAF received and the number that died in the past versus the thousands of cats that have been saved through cat licensing. She thanked the City for its proactive approach. She noted that the City of Lake Elsinore was a model for other cities because of the reduction in the number of animals received in LEAF's shelter. She stated that the law worked because LEAF worked the program and utilized the law, along with the cooperation of the governing body and the citizens of the community. She noted that in the 1970's feral cats, which are wild cats abandoned by their owners, overran the City's streets and alleys. She detailed other specific animal related problems of the past and provided statistics on the animals taken into the shelter. She stated that twice as many animals come to the shelter from the unincorporated area around the City of Lake Elsinore, than all of the four cities put together. She noted that the County has good ordinances on their books, however they do not have the staff, resources or will to enforce those ordinances. She noted that Animal Friends of the Valley had not had an increase in funding since they lost the $20,000 five years ago, and indicated that they were now asking for two things. She stated that they were asking for the contract fee to be increased by $10,000 and authorization to implement an Administrative Citation Program. She explained that the Administrative Citation Program would greatly streamline their program and their officers would not have to return to residences numerous times to resolve an issue. She noted that several of the cities they service asked that LEAF have a user fee study done to determine what it costs to cover their expenses for Animal Control. She stated that they hired DMG to do the study and it has been provided to Council. She noted the reports of their activities that Animal PAGE SEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000„ Control provides to the City and felt that the City was kept well informed. She noted the article in the newspaper that suggested that LEAF had questionable billing practices and stated that all the members of Animal Friends of the Valley (LEAF) have integrity; and noted that their organization has provided a full service Animal Shelter and the statement really bothered her. Councilman Metze asked if the reporter had spoken to her directly. Ms. Washington stated that he had not. She further stated that she hoped that was not how the City felt about Animal Friends of the Valley. She noted that that the findings of the User Fee Study showed that it costs $.40 a mile to cover their vehicle expenses which amounts to $7,700 a year as well as a$1,000,000 insurance policy which costs $2,000 per vehicle a year. She noted the cost of maintenance on the vehicles. Mayor Brinley stated that her concern was regarding canvassing of neighborhoods and going door to door. She further noted that she needed to know the minimum and maximum that the State required for canvassing. She noted that the City was paying for the personnel to perform this duty and Council felt their time could be better utilized. She stated that her other concern was with the way the budget was presented to Council. She stated that the budget is done on a calendar year, instead of a fiscal year budget. She stated that she had no problem with the increase of $10,000, however she was concerned about the canvassing and the method of budget used by Animal Friends of the Valley. She noted that the City must provide for increases in xheir.budget review and if Friends of the Valley does a year-end budget, it does not allow the City a proper opportunity to plan for an increase in contract amount. She noted that to provide for the increase requested the amount would have to be taken from the City's Reserves. She stated that the City Council would also like to see a certified audit to allow Council to see what services each City pays for and receives. City Attorney Leibold stated that there had been a declaration for Counties in California for the year 2000, for what is designated as Rabies Areas. She noted that there had been an increase in sightings of rabies and incidents in listed areas, of which the City of Lake Elsinore was a part. She stated that there was a recommendation through the National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians on how to address Rabies Areas and how to combat the problem. Mayor Brinley asked if the City of Lake Elsinore is considered a"High Rabies Area". City Attorney Leibold stated that every county in California is considered a Rabies Area far the year 2000, because of high incidence of rabies. She stated that one of the procedures recommended by this Association was neighborhood canvassing. She stated that as she understands this issue, it is not a statutory mandate by the State Legislature, however it is a recommendation by the Association of Veterinarians to address the problems associated with the spread of rabies. Mayor Brinley asked if when the canvassing of Lake Elsinore was done, it was done on the same basis and ratio as canvassing in Temecula, Canyon Lake and Murrieta. Ms. Washington stated that they were on the same basis, however when the Ordinance for cat licensing was implemented, ~,EAF did do a special canvassing program in Lake Elsinore. She stated PAGE EIGHT - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 that had not been done in several years and the canvassing now done was from expired license printouts. Councilman Metze asked if there was supporting recommendations from anyone besides the Veterinarians Association. He stated that he would expect nothing more from a bunch of veterinarians in an organization to say, "more shots, every dog in the world should be vaccinated ". Ms. Bagwell stated that the Department of Health Services for the State of California has declared every county in California as rabies areas. City Attorney Leibold stated that what the State does require is the protocol to declare a rabies area. She noted that where there is a rabies area there is a requirement that every dog over the age of 4 months be vaccinated. She clarified that it was the recommendation of the Veterinarians Association to canvass. Ms. Bagwell stated the California Health and Safety Code, Section 121690 mandates that the governing body of each city or county shall maintain or provide a rabies shelter control system and a rabies control program. She noted that part of the rabies control program was canvassing to make sure that the dogs are licensed and vaccinated. She stated that it was Animal Control's best tool. Mayor Pro Tem Pape noted the exchange of ideas at the Study Session, and commented°on the recommendations regarding the mileage on the vans as well as $11;000 a year to set aside for a new van. He stated that the City was provided information that stated that the City van logs 20,000 miles a year, therefore, replacing the van after 60,000 miles does not seem reasonable, since the City just replaced a vehicle that had 190,000 miles on it. He suggested that the vans be replaced every 4 years, instead of every three years. ~-Ie recommended improving the accounting procedures and stated that if the accounts are examined, the financial situation of LEAF was not clear. He stated that there was no clear picture of the assets or liabilities. He concurred that LEAF should consider auditing their books every year. He noted that the City, RDA and all other agencies do an audit; and suggested that now that LEAF represented four cities and the County, a good set of books was important. He further stated should LEAF try to get a bank loan, they would be required to produce financial statements that are audited. He encouraged LEAF to keep their books on the same fiscal year as their clients; and noted that all the entities start their years on July 1 S`. He stated that it might be easier to coordinate all four cities to conform. Mayor Pro Tem Pape stated that Lake Elsinore is just over 30,000 people and is paying just as much or more for Animal Control services as the City of Temecula, which has a population of over 50,000. He noted that he was aware that the City of Temecula receives 30 hours of service versus 50 hours that the City of Lake Elsinore receives and wondered if Lake Elsinore really needed 50 hours. He noted that in the documents received by Council there was a large hourly increase for the Animal Control Officer, from $31 per hour to $41 per hour, which is a 32% increase. He stated that according to the report from DMG, the first increase was due to the move to the interim facility and it will increase to $45 an hour per officer when they PAGE NINE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 move into the new facility. He said his main concern was that the cost would be going up when the move was made to the new facility. He stated that at some time in the near future Council was going to have to decide how much the City would spend towards supporting a$4,000,000 Animal Control facility. He stated that there were 20 cities that issue cat licenses and there were 475 cities in the State of California. He stated that he was out and about asking people what they thought about cat licensing. He noted that one lady stated that she would move before she would license her cats. He noted that some people have strong feelings about cat licensing and he had strong feelings about the need to eliminate the neighborhood canvassing program. He stated that he felt it was just too aggressive to be out knocking on doors and stating that the person had a dog licensed at the address, and questioning if they still had, it; seeing a cat in a window and questioning the owner. He felt it was too heavy handed. He suggested that language be changed on page four, item (i). He stated that he felt the City should not adopt the Administrative Citation Program for licensing for the same reasons he stated regarding canvassing. He explained that going door to door takes up time and effort that could best be better spent elsewhere. Mayor Pro Tem Pape stated that LEAF should allow the pet . owner up to 30 days before the time their license expires, to renew the license for their pet. He stated that especially for people on a fixed income, whose checks are not coming every week, as this would give them the time to get the additional money to get the vaccinations and have the money to send in to renew the license. He noted that currently there was such a large penalty that he was concerned that a lot of people would rather take the chance of not getting caught, rather than take the chance of paying such a large penalty if they missed it by a few days. He stated that he understands L,EAF's concern when they have a problem animal and have to make frequent visits to resolve an ongoing problem, and agreed that on the first visit a notice should be left on the door indicating what the problem or complaint was and who to call to try to resolve the problem. He stated that hopefully they will take care of it, and if the Animal Control Officer had to return, then he would support an Administrative Citation being issued at that time to resolve the problem and keep the Officer from having to make repeated trips. Councilman Schiffner stated that he was in favor of the agreement as presented, with an exception. He stated that he would like to approve the $10,000 increase for the year 2000/2001 and cut back with some of the other recommendations that have been made concerning accounting procedures. He stated that in review of LEAF's accounting procedures he had difficulty in balancing apples and apples. He stated that it was difficult to balance the cost of Lake Elsinore and the other cities. He stated that the City was happy with the services and should pay for its share, however he would like the services that the City is paying for to be more specific. He stated that the City should approve the contract for one year only and give the Cauncil the opportunity to examine the contract after some of the other suggestions have been met. He addressed cat licensing and stated that he was sure anyone that owned a cat' would be opposed to it,-however from his PAGE TEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES -AUGUST 8, 2000 understanding the use of licensing has greatly reduced the number of animals that have been destroyed, and indicated that was much more important than the few dollars involved. He stated that before he would be willing to change the licensing for cats, he would want to hear a lot of discussion about the probability of how many lives of cats it has saved or how many cats ha~e been saeed by those procedures. He stated that he would prefer to leave cat licensing alone. He stated that although Lake Elsinore was one of the very few cities in the State that had cat licensing, didn't mean it was bad, but rather that the City might be exceptionally good. He stated that he was in favor of Administrative Citations and stated that it was not only for the purpose of licensing dogs, but also for the purpose of handling complaints of barking dogs and vicious dogs, realizing that now when the owner is cited; they go to court; the court fines them; the court gets the money; and the owner still doesn't have a license. He stated that if the process was handled by Administrative Citations the money collected would go into the City's own Animal Control organization and provide an opportunity to solve some of the problems. He indicated that when an Animal Control Officer goes to a residence on a barking dog call and cannot find the owner, they can issue the citation and resolve the problem. He stated that there was a lot more to the issuance of Administrative Citations than just dog licensing. He stated that he was definitely in favor of taking some action to make the Administrative Citation take force. He stated that it might be that the City would want to extend the time limit to 30 days, however he felt that Animal Control needed that program. Mayor Brinley asked if Councilman Schiffner would like to address any of the other issues. Councilman Schiffner stated that he would like to see the City approve the increase of $10,000 for one year and bring it back to Council in 2001 for further review after LEAF has had the opportunity to address some of Mayor Pro Tem Pape's suggestions. He stated that in July 2001, LEAF will have addressed some of the concerns and bring a proposal with figures that could be assessed to allow the Council to consider what the City's fair share is for the operation. Mayor Brinley asked if Councilman Schiffner wished to address the hours of service. Councilman Schiffner stated that was part of what should be brought back and considered in the next year. He stated that he was satisfied that LEAF provided adequate service to account for the additional hours at this time, however he did not want to make that perpetual until Council looks into the other questions. Councilman Metze concurred with Councilman Schiffner that the $10,000 increase should not be in question and should be approved tonight. He stated he did not ~vant the perception that there was some big problem and noted that in 1988 three Councilmembers helped to get LEAF off the ground. He asked if Ms. Washington found the current Council difficult to deal with. Ms. Washington stated she did not. Councilman Metze stated that he had someone come up to him and accuse Council of working on their own agenda; and stated that he wanted the people at home to know that Council is not attacking LEAF. He asked if Ms. Washington thought that Council had worked well with LEAF in the past. He noted that some nasty things were said about Gouncil and their relationship with LEAF. Ms. PAGE ELE~?EN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 Washington stated she felt this Council had been very forward thinking and they had always listened to what LEAF had to say. She stated that she felt that LEAF and the City have had a good partnership. She noted that there were 5 votes to put the cat licensing into effect and increase the fees for dog licensing. She indicated that she did have some concerns from the newspaper article, but that was not the impression that she had from Council at the Study Session. Councilman Metze concurred with Councilman Schiffner that the $10,000 increase should be approved, but suggested that more discussion was needed. He further suggested that a Council committee of two should sit down with LEAF and address the issues which have been discussed. He indicated that 14 days was not enough for licensing, since a large part of the population commutes out of the area; and questioned what the incentive would be for a person to license their pet after a$100 fine. He inquired if the 130 to 330 p.m. time frame is enough to vaccinate all of the animals. Ms. Washington indicated that it was generally adequate, but they stay late when necessary. Councilman Metze stated that he felt that LEAF's accounting system should be compatible with the cities that they serve, and suggested that there were several questions needing answers before he would be in favar of the Administrative Citation - Program. He indicated that there were several other issues which need to be addressed. He further indicated that he has not heard much about the cat licensing issue,-however now that it has been discussed, he anticipated comments from the public: He suggested that if there was going to be an ' Administrative Citation Program it would be best to set it for a 30, 60 or 90 day process. He commended LEAF for the good job they do and indicated that he would agree to the $10,000 increase,.with the Administrative Citation Program going to a sub-committee. Councilwoman Kelley commend LEAF for a job well done over the years in Animal Control. She stated that she felt that the contract for Animal Control was a good one and she did not have a problem with the $10,000 increase. She indicated that the City is getting a multitude of services and if Lake Elsinore had to do what its neighbors do and pay per service then it would far exceed the $85,000. She noted that all of the questions were hammered out at the Study Session; and indicated that she does favor the Administrative Citation Program, as it is needed to improve the efficiency since the Animal Control Officers have to make multiple trips to the same address to catch the owner at home to gain a signature on the citation. She stated that Ms. Washington had assured the Council at the Study Session that when an Administrative Citation is issued, the offense is well founded and the officers have investigated the issue thoroughly. She noted that there is an appeal process and reiterated that she is in favor of the Administrative Citation Program as it will eliminate the multiple trips to a residence. She stated that there was no need for a committee to study the issue and felt that the sYaff from Animal Friends of the Valley and the City staff could wark out an Administrative Citation Program that could be brought before Council and addressed at that time. She indicated that with staff handling the issues, the process could move forward in a timely manner. She noted that Ms. Washington was aware of Council's concerns regarding the 14 day PAGE TWELVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 time limit and felt that staff was capable of handling the changes that needed to be made. Councilwoman Kelley stated that she concurred with Mayor Pro Tem Pape regarding canvassing and felt that it was far too aggressive, however she felt that when the Administrative Citation program was in place there would not be much need for canvassing. She stated that she did not want to see the hours reduced, but asked that they would follow up with the Fiscal Year issue, revise their form of bookkeeping and allow the City to plan for increases; and have the staff of Animal Control work with the City staff to develop an Administrative Citation Program. Mayor Brinley asked Councilwoman Kelley's opinion regarding the mileage costs. Councilwoman Kelley stated that it was all part of the contract and she did not have a problem with it, and indicated that she felt the City was getting a lot of service that we wouldn't occur if the City had to pay per service. Councilman Schiffner stated that he would like to have some action that would move the Administrative Citation Program forward. He stated that it was his understanding that this could be done through the existing ordinance and possibly by adding something to the contract. He indicated that he would like his fellow Councilmembers to state their objections to the program. He stated that some conditions could be worked out to satisfy Council's concerns and objections to the program. He suggested that if those concerns could be met with some conditions, then possibly the Animal Friends of the Valley could move forward with the program. Mayor Brinley suggested that some of the verbiage in the contract could be modified to satisfy all people concerned. Councilman Metze asked what the rush was and stated that Animal Friends of the Valley could wait for a committee review. Mayor Brinley stated that it was her understanding that what was being proposed was to award a one year contract; the Administrative Citation clause changed to be more flexible with a 60 day period instead of 14 days; retaining the 50 hours of service; and an increase in contract funding of $10,000. She stated that it was the Council consensus that the cat licensing is to be kept in place since the program is working. She suggested that rather than Council trying to work through the contract, it would be better to have both staffs meet and work through the Program. She requested that the City Attorney assist in this effort. City Attorney Leibold stated that staff could work together to make modifications per Council direction, but staff needs clear direction. Mayor Brinley stated that Council would like to see a Fiscal Year accounting system; a certified audit to clarify costs; as well as modification to the Administrative Citation Program. City Attorney Leibold stated that perhaps the context in which staff could evaluate the Administrative Citation procedures implemented by the Animal Control Officers in a broader context. She stated that Community PAGE THIRTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8,, 2000 . _ Development Director Brady and the Office of the City Attorney have just started to look at existing Administrative Citation procedures City-wide, and it might be appropriate for staff to do an overall review and bring it back to Council. She indicated that in that context it could also be evaluated with regard to Animal Control Citations. Mayor Pro Tem Pape stated there was discussion regarding a change in the verbiage on page 4 addressing canvassing, to clarify what it is and what the Council wants. He asked if the City Attorney had put the verbiage together. City Attorney Leibold stated that it depended on what Council wanted. She stated that the information was not available until this evening. Councilman Metze stated that there are just too many unanswered issues to just give Animal Control a blanket approval for the Administrative Citation Program. He stated that there were too many unknown factors. Mayor Brinley clarified that what was before Council was the $10,000 increase to the Animal Friends of the Valley contract: She stated that Council would not be making a decision on the Administrative Citation Program, but rather providing verbiage to staff for the modification. She indicated that the verbiage on Page 4, item (i ) and what Council wants it to say; the verbiage on the Administrative Citations; the Fiscal Year Budget for Animal Control and the Certified Audit. Mayor Pro Tem Pape noted that it would be a little like putting the cart before the horse, if the City was going to put the money up before all the ~ questions were answered. Councilman Schiffner stated that was why he suggested that the contract be for a 1-year period only. He noted that it could be brought back and addressed, which would give Animal Friends of the Valley:the opportunity to answer and confirm the questions and concerns that Council has had. He stated that this would allow Council the opportunity to consider this issue properly at budget time. Councilwoman Kelley stated that as far as she was concerned the contract should stand as it was proposed. She stated that the $10,000 increase was fine and takes care of the per mile cost and vehicle. She stated that she did not see a need for a committee to work on the Administrative Citation Program and stated that Animal Friends of the Valley and staff heard Councils' concerns at the Study Session and felt that they were well equipped to come up with an Administrative Citation Program that Council could easily support. She stated that it is not a matter of being in a hurry, but rather there is no need for this issue to continue on and on. Mayor Brinley stated that the object of the discussion is to give a comfort level to the total Council. She stated that she was looking for a way to work through the issues without causing a conflict through adding and modifying some verbiage and then move on. She stated that the contract would be for PAGE FOURTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 a one-year period and during that period Animal Friends of the Valley could work on the other concerns and develop a new contract. Mayor Pro Tem Pape stated that what was being requested at this point was to approve the Animal Control services that was being presented in the Agenda this evening. He noted that item ( i) addressed inspections and canvassing issues. He stated that if the document was going to be approved, Council needed to deal with those issues. He stated that Council, as a whole did not have a problem dealing with the Administrative Citation Program. He noted in the contract the canvassing was going door to door and looking for people with pets that didn't have licenses and there was a need to clarify that it was not Council's intent to do so. He asked that the City Attorney develop language that expresses Council's opinion. He addressed the Administrative Citation program and stated that it was something that needed to be clarified, since Council supported the program, if there was a problem animal, but not as part of the canvassing program. Councilman Schiffner stated that his biggest concern was problem animals. He noted that Council has had people speak before them that expressed their frustration with barking dogs. City Attorney Leibold stated that the Administrative Citation Program was separate and distinct from canvassing. She stated that the issue of canvassing could be modified and clarified to Council's intent. She asked Council for their clear intent regard canvassing. She stated that the Animal Friends of the Valley have indicated in the last couple of years they canvass only in the area they have received a call and have been much less aggressive. She stated that it was her understanding the Council would support license inspections in the contea~t of other field services. She clarified that if in the course of a response on a complaint basis, the Animal Control Officer identifies an unlicensed animal, then it would be appropriate to cite. She further clarified that if the Animal Control Officer, in the course of performing their duty utilized the list that identified animals that had not been renewed, while following up with unlicensed animals that are stray or outside and visible, without going door to door or on private property, then it would be appropriate to cite. Mayor Brinley reiterated that it was her understanding that the consensus of Council was to see a less aggressive program for canvassing. City Attorney Leibold again asked Council to clarify if they wished no canvassing, or canvassing only in the course of field service. She stated that she did not know how the City would define the scope to be "less aggressive". Councilman Schiffner stated his understanding was that the concern over the fact that the City was paying mileage and time for the canvassing and that was what was to be eliminated. PAGE FIFTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 Ms. Washington stated that Animal Friends of the Valley has not done a canvassing program since 1996, when the cat licensing first went into effect. Mayor Brinley stated that a number of residents in the community have said just the opposite. She asked Council to clarify what they want. Councilman Schiffner asked if canvassing could be eliminated pertaining to dog licenses. City Manager Watenpaugh stated that Council could do whatever they want, however it would be most helpful if someone on Council would make a motion to define what Council wants, then staff could have a direction to follow. Mayor Pro Tem Pape suggested the subject matter be broken into several key points and then Council could consider and moved on each item individually. He suggested that a motion could be made to change the language in the contract to read: While in field service the animal control officer does not utilize their list and start knocking on doars of people that use to have a licensed animal, however if a dog was at large they would deal with it. MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER TO HAVE SECTION 1(i), READ: THE ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER, WHILE IN THE FIELD; WILL NOT KNOCK ON THE DOOR OF RESIDENTS BY UTILIZATION OF THEIR LIST OF PREVIOUSLY LICENSED DOGS, HOWEVER IF A DOG WAS AT LARGE THE ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER COULD ADDRESS THE LICENSING AT THAT TIME. Councilwoman Kelley asked if Animal Friends of the Valley does a notification by mail. Ms. Washington stated that they do send renewal notices and the people who are contacted personally, are the people that do not renew their licenses. She stated that if they cannot go to the residents, then they might as well not send renewal notices and people can just withdraw from the licensing system if there is no way to enforce the license. She explained that the renewal notice is sent 30 days prior to expiration and there is a 30-day grace period after expiration. She indicated that two weeks before the penalty period becomes effective a post card is sent to remind the owner. She stated if the owners knew they did not have to renew, then they would not. Councilman Schiffner stated that it was not the intent of Council to keep Animal Control from pursing renewals. He stated what Council does not want to see is an Animal Control Officer going door to door to ascertain if the resident owns an animal and if it is licensed. He stated if the Animal Control Officer knows that there is a dog and the license has not been renewed, then they should be allowed to address the issue. Councilwoman Kelley stated that Mayor Pro Tem Pape's motion prohibited PAGE SIXTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 Animal Control from using their expired list to contact people that have not renewed their dog or cat licenses. Mayor Brinley stated that Animal Control needs a way to approach the owner's home and advise them that they have not responded to the previous notices and advise them that they will be fined. She indicated that it should not be for the purpose of soliciting new dog licenses. She suggested they could follow up on existing licenses that have expired, however she did not want to see Animal Control Officers going door to door soliciting. COUNCILMAN SCHIFFNER WITHDREW HIS SECOND FROM THE FOREGOING MOTION. COUNCILMAN METZE SECONDED THE FOREGOING MOTION THE FOREGOING MOTION FAILED BY A VOTE OF 2 TO 3 WITH BRINLEY, KELLEY AND SCHIFFNER CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTES. MOVED BY KELLEY TO RENEW THE EXISTING CONTRACT WITH ANIMAL FRIENDS OF THE VALLEY, INCLUDING THE $10,000 INCREASE FOR A ONE YEAR PERIOD; THE STAFF OF ANIMAL FRIENDS OF THE VALLEYTO MEET WITH THE STAFF OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE TO DEVELOP THE ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION PROGRAM. lVlayor Brinley asked that the motion be modified to clearly state that canvassing was prohibited far soliciting purposes. MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER TO AMEND THE MOTION TO RENEW THE CONTRACT WITH ANIMAL FRIENDS OF THE VALLEY WITH THE AMENDMENT TO SECTION 1(i) TO INCLUDE: "CANVASSING IS PROHIBITED FOR THE PURPOSE OF SOLICITATION OF NEW DOG LICENSES; APPROVING THE $10,000 INCR~ASE FOI2 A ONE YEAR PERIOD; AND THE STAFF OF ANIMAL FI2I~NDS O~ THE VALLEY TO MEET WITH THE STAFF OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE TO DEVELOP THE ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION PROGRAM. Mayor Pro Tem Pape stated that the motion would be creating two sets of people, those that have licensed pets in the past and those who are new pet owners. He noted if tlie owners have never licensed them, they will not be visited. Councilwoman Kelley indicated that they have not gone door to door in four years and would now have 60 days to renew their license, through mail notices. She stated that the ones the Animal Control Officers will visit are the people that have not come through after 60 days. She stated that the Animal Control Officers hands would be tied otherwise. PAGE SEVENTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTE5 - AUGUST S, 2000 Mayar Brinley concurred with Councilwoman Kelley. Councilman Schiffner indicated that any other way, Council would be eliminating dog licenses altogether. Mayor Pro Tem Pape asked what addressed Section 10 regarding record keeping. Councilwoman Kelley stated that the motion was for a one-year renewal and stated that the requirements were already included in Section 10. Mayor Brinley stated that the motion should be modified for clarification of the change for the accounts to be done on a Fiscal Year rather than on a Calendar Year and a certified audit. City Attorney Leibold stated that the direction for the Administrative Citation Program was part of the motion and would be brought back before Council at a future date. Councilman Schiffner clarified that all of the other items were to be brought forward at a later time and that was the purpose of the one-year contract. Mayor Brinley reiterated that she would like to see the Fiscal Year addressed. Councilman Schiffner indicated that it was part of the recommendations that would be brought back before Council at a later date. Mayor Brinley clarified the motion and stated that the motion would include the fiscal year change and the requirement for an audit. City Attorney Leibold stated that as a point of clarification she was not sure there is a consensus between those who made and seconded the motion with respect to the Fiscal Year and the audit of financial statements. She stated that she heard two things: 1) We don't want to incorporate this into this agreement; and 2) We want it incorporated into next years' agreement. City Attorney Leibold indicated that no amendment was made. Mayor Brinley stated that if the change was made to the Fiscal Year and an audit is done, the City has a better clarifioation for next year when Council makes a decision of where the money is being spent. Councilman Schiffner asked if this would be included in this contract. Mayor Brinley confirmed and stated that it would just be the Fiscal Year and audit. MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER TO AMEND THE MOTION TO INCLUDE THE CHANGE TO FISCAL YEAR FOR THE ANIMAL FRIENDS OF THE VALLEY ACCOUNTS AND AN AUDIT TO BE I'ERFORM~A PAGE EIGHTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 THE FOREGOING MOTION WAS APPROVED BY A VOTE OF 3 TO 2 WITH METZE AND PAPE CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTES. Ms. Washington questioned the timing of the discussions regarding the Administrative Citation Program. Council indicated that it would begin right away. 32. Designation of Voting Dele~ate/Alternate for League of California Cities Annual Conference. (F:108.8) Mayor Brinley explained this item. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY PAPE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPOINT COUNCILMAN SCHIFFNER AS THE VOTING DELEGATE FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY PAPE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPOINT COUNCILWOMAN KELLEY AS THE ALTERNATE VOTING DELEGATE FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE. 33. Procedure for A~ointing Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officers. (F:32.4)(X:120.1) City Manager Watenpaugh noted suggestion that the Planning Commissioners could be assisted in sitting on the Nuisance Abatement Board. He indicated that the Community Development Director and the City Attorney have reviewed the existing ordinances, and determined that if the Council was interested in appointing two people it could be done in the current format within the Municipal Code; however the selection of three members would require an amendment to the Municipal Code. City Manager Watenpaugh questioned the ability to select an alternate under the existing Code. City Attorney Leibold confirmed the ability to name an alternate. City Manager Watenpaugh suggested that the Council make a recommendation to the City Manager for these appointments. Mayor Brinley noted that there were a number of well rounded people who applied for the Planning Commission, who want to really get involved with the City. She suggested that this approach would give them more opportunities to participate. She indicated that it would also assist with future Planning Commission appointments. She clarified that the Planning Commissioners were currently serving as the Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officers. Mayor Brinley recommended the appointment of Mr. David Cheney and Mr. George Rivera, with Mr. Tim Crawford serving as the alternate. MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY ~JNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPOIN'~ DAVID CHENEY AND GEORGE RIVERA TO SERVE AS THE NUISANCE ABATEMENT HEARING PAGE NINETEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST:8, 2000 OFFICERS, WITH TIM CRAWFORD SERVING AS THEIR ALTERNATE. 34. Citv/EVMWD Joint Statement of Cooperation. (F:92.6)(X:146.2) City Manager Watenpaugh provided an overview of the staff report as presented; and stressed that staff feels that it is very critical that the City and Water District move forward positively to support the Joint Powers Authority to ensure the success of the efforts. He noted that this relates to the JPA's $15 million, as well as a portion of SAWPA's $235 million. He explained that the cooperative projects will serve as a pilot for future projects. He stressed the importance of assuring that all alternatives are evaluated and cooperative efforts occur between the Water District and City. He highlighted the short term projects which would be necessary and noted that the City and the Water District are currently funding them directly. He indicated that staff had put a lot of time into trying to identify issues to ensure success; but there were still a number of issues to be resolved; however joint action will be very positive for the community. He noted the draft presented was prepared by staff had been re~iewed by the City Attorney, was not legally binding; but it was important that both sides were agreeing. Mayor Brinley noted that she and Councilman Schiffner had worked with ' the staff of the City and Water District to come up with the agreement; and felt it was a blueprint for cooperative action. She suggested that this was a door of opportunity for a better relationship between the agencies and a chance to better the community. She suggested that this agreement was _ long overdue and requested comments from the other Councilmembers. Councilman Metze indicated that City Manager Watenpaugh had stated the situation well and he couldn't agree more. He suggested that emphasis needs to be placed on the fact that reclaimed water was not the first choice and noted the existing Fill and Operate Agreement. He indicated that this would be allowing work to proceed and agreeing to look at reclaimed water. He concurred that it was necessary to cooperate with the Water District. Mayor Brinley stressed that the statements were not prioritized in any way. , Councilman Metze commented that there would still be a number of hoops to jump through prior to using reclaimed water; and it would be foolish to not agree with this agreement. City Manager Watenpaugh noted that he had been warking with EVMWD's Assistant General Manager John Rossi regarding Lake water and a supplemental plan, when the<elevation hits the 1240' elevation. He noted that they were setting up a meeting with Metropolitan Water District and are in the process of looking at options. He noted that there would be an 18 month process required to allow for reclaimed water. Councilman Metze noted that money still might not solve the problems, but stressed the importance of joint efforts to approach the State and Federal representatives for additional funds. He indicated that he had no problem with the proposed statement of cooperation. Councilwoman Kelley commended City and Water District, staff and boards PAGE TWENTY - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 on their efforts on this statement. She stressed the importance of finding a statement that all can embrace. She indicated that this was a very positive step with a very public document and stressed the importance of this action for the community. She offered her wholehearted support of the statement. Mayor Pro Tem Pape noted that the two agencies had come a long way in the past two years and it was great to see them working closer together to solve a mutual problem. He indicated that the joint goals were clearly written. He expressed concern with the need for water and questioned the evaporation rate. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that the level will be at the 1240' level in the next few months. Mayor Pro Tem Pape indicated that unless there is a very wet winter, water will be necessary and it was important to be addressing the wells and the water coming over Canyon Lake dam, as part of the Tilley Agreement:' He suggested that it would be easier to get the wells turned on now to maintain the level; and stressed the need to lay out an action plan immediately to prevent being caught behind the curve for next summer. He stressed that the burden of proof for use of reclaimed water is very high and it will be important to review it thoroughly. Councilman Schiffner indicated that the staff and board representatives have met several times and noted that there are still some disagreements, but they have attempted to put together a joint statement of cooperation with the Water Department. He indicated that nothing had been given up in the way of rights, and although there are still disagreements, it is better to spend time on the points of agreement. He suggested that this agreement was a beginning in the right direction. MOVED BY METZE, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY UNA1vIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE JOINT STATEMENT OF COOPERATION BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AND THE ELSINORE VALLEY'MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT AND DIREGTED CITY STAFF TO WORK IN CONCERT WITH THE STAFF OF ELSINROE VALLEY MUNCIPAL WATER DISTRICT AND THE LAKE ELSINORE AND SAN JACINTO WATERSHEDS AUTHORITY. 35. Amendment to City Ordinance far Towing Service. (F:104.1) Mayor Brinley noted that a continuance of this item had been requested to a date not certain. MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO CONTINUE THIS ITEM AS REQUESTED. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 9:07 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 9:20 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT. PAGE TWENTY-ONE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 ITEMS PULLED FORM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 5. Resolution No. 2000-36 - Su~orting the Use of Needle Cricothyroidotomv. (F:127.1) City Manager Watenpaugh noted that the City had received a request from Temecula for support of the Emergency Medical Treatment. He noted that there was a situation in Temecula which originated this request and explained that this was a treatment which could have been used. He advised that medics are trained in this procedure and about 75% of California uses it. He indicated that the proposed Resolution supports the use of the method and requests authorization of his type of use in the County of Riverside. Mayor Brinley indicated that she pulled this item to bring it to the attention of the community. Mayor Pro Tem Pape indicated that this procedure is currently prohibited in this County and suggested that it might be beneficial to allow for this option. He suggested support of the proposed Resolution. MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2000-36: RESOLUTION NO. 2000-36 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING FIELD PARAMEDICS USE OE NEEDLE CRICOTHYROIDOTOMY WITH JET INSUFFLATION PROCEDURE. 7. 2000-2001 C.D.B.G. Su~plemental Ag_,reement for 26"' Year Funds. (F: 84.2) City Manager Watenpaugh noted a typographical error on page 5 of 34, which should have shown the date under Item # 1 General Agreements at June 15, 1999; and requested that it be corrected for the record. MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CORRECTION AS NOTED. 8. Mission Trail Propert,y A~praisals. (F:156.2) City Manager Watenpaugh noted the appraisals needed on three parcels of land, to facilitate the joint project for Mission Trail between Riverside County and the City. He indicated that all other right-of-way had been obtained with the exception of these three parcels. He expressed belief that the project could move forward in late September ar early October. He indicated that the money is available, and while there are some questions regarding the timing, the project was still moving forward on schedule. MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY PAGE TWENTY-TWO - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 UNANIMOUS VOTE TO RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S AUTHORIZATION TO MOVE FORWARD WITH THE APPRAISALS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $7,000. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS Debra Crawford, President of the Elsinore Valley Arts Network, announced that Poetry Books were now a~ailable for sale containing the 26 poems submitted for this year's Young Poets Contest. She also announced the "Music with a View" concert series, which will begin on August 12`~' at 7 p.m. at McVicker Park and detailed the concerts to be presented. She noted that the concerts would all be free and encouraged participation. She indicated that persons interested in more information could contact her at 678-5924. Virginia Ruffino, 980 Park Way, indicated that she was present on behalf of the Lake Point' Park early walkers: She thanked the Council for fixing the sprinkler problem she reported at the last meeting; and indicated that the group was very grateful for this assistance. Tammy Alfieri, 29524 Westwind Drive, addressed delayed responses from law enforcement and lack of patrol. She requested quicker response times to 911 calls and stressed the number of incidents requiring such service in her neighborhood, including car burglary and home invasion incidents. She stressed their concern for response times and suggested that there had been very little investigation of recent events. She stressed her concern for living in a safe neighborhood and having crimes investigated mare thoroughly. Mayor Brinley thanked Ms. Alfieri for her input and suggested a follow-up discussion with Chief Walsh. Bill Tucker, aka Whiskers, 740 Acacia, noted the upcoming newsletter called Catfish Platter, which will be available throughout the community. He indicated that the launch ramp repairs were complete and good comments were being received. He also'announced the formation of a new fishing club and encouraged interested parties to contact him at 245-9976.. Ace Vallejos, 15231 Calle Cobre, Cleveland Ridge resident, expressed concern and support for the current districting initiative petition. He encouraged support in Spanish and English and encouraged residents to sign the petition. Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest Drive, noted an article from the July 30'~' Californian Newspaper. She suggested that the Council intends to continue to obtain new debt to pay old debts. She suggested and detailed the potential negative impacts to the public. She encouraged residents to sign the initiative petition. She also encouraged people to review Elsinore Magazine.com. She noted an article by Mr. Allen of Wildomar regarding credit card debts and lake contamination. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS City Manager Watenpaugh commented on the following: PAGE TWENTY-THREE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 1) Noted that the Public Hearing regarding the Outlet Center modifications to their specific plan would be on the next agenda. 2) Advised that the Riverside County Integrated Plan, Habitat Study Session would be held on August 17`" at 2 p.m., in the Cultural Center; and invited participation. 3) Noted that a tentative date of September 21S` at 230 p.m. had been selected to have a presentation by John Husing. He indicated that the meeting would be open to the general public and be for the purpose of receiving new demographic information. Council concurred with the proposed date. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS City Attorney Leibold noted that four items had been listed on the Agenda for closed session consideration, however the fourth item was heard by Judge Holmes last Friday and taken under submission, so no action or direction was need at this time. She announced items A through C as listed on the agenda. California Joint Powers Insurance Authority - Councilwoman Kelley indicated that there was nothing new to report; and thanked Administrative Services Director Boone far attending on her behalf. Crime Free Multi-Housing Project - Mayor Brinley indicated that the third seminar would be presented on August 10~", with nine property manager pre- registered for the all day session. Economic Development Corporation of Southwest Riverside County - Councilman Schiffner requested that Assistant City Manager Best provide an update on this committee, since she was the active member. Assistant City Manager Best noted the Golf Trophy presented this evening and commended staff for their participation. She indicated that the last luncheon was held on July 27`~', and announced that the next luncheon would be held on September 28~` with a demographic review of the region. Lake Elsinore and San Jacinto Watersheds Authority - Mayor Brinley indicated that the JPA passed a budget of $8.2 million for lake projects and detailed the projects as approved. She indicated that work would begin on the Lake as soon as the money is received. She announced that the next meeting would be held on September 6'~' and encouraged the public to attend. I~ake Elsinore Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee - Councilman Metze. Councilwoman Kelley indicated that she had been attending these meetings as the alternate to Councilman Metze, and noted that their web page was up and going. PAGE TWENTY-FOUR - CITY COUNCILMINUTES - AUGUST 8, 2000 Multi-Species Habitat Committee - Councilman Schiffner indicated that this group was scheduled to meet on August 7~', but postponed to August 28~'. He indicated that there was nothing new to report, but the project was shaping up and there would probably be more reportable action in the near future. Riverside County Transportation Commission - Mayor Pro Tem Pape advised that the Board meeting was dark in August, but a budget meeting was scheduled for the end of the month. He also noted that there was a Highway 74 ad hoc committee meeting, but there was nothing new to report. Riverside Transit Agency - Mayor Brinley announced Try Transit Week which is scheduled for September 13-18, 2000. She detailed the festivities planned for the week and announced the new facility opening in Hemet on August 19`", and invited participation. Satisfy 2020 Committee - Councilwoman Kelley announced that this Committee would be meeting on Friday, August 11`h for the first time in about six months. Western Riverside Council of Governments - Mayor Brinley indicated that she had nothing to report on this Agency. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilwoman Kelley commented on the following: 1) Noted the "Music with a View" Concert Series and clarified that they will skip the Labor Day weekend. 2) Indicated that she failed to mention the CAP conference at the last meeting and highlighted the activities and programs discussed during the 2-1/2 day conference. 3) Addressed the Young Poets Contest presented by EVAN for the last two years and read a winning poem from last year's contest, entitled "I Am A Rose", by an 11 year old girl. She noted that the writer had been killed in a car accident and today had been her funeral. She indicated that EVAN was establishing a poetry scholarship in her name to go to one of next year's poetry contestants. Councilman Metze had no comments. Councilman Schiffner commented on the following: 1) Indicated that he wanted to come to the support of the Sheriffs Department. He expressed sympathy of the concerns the public, but noted that on three instances he had called the Sheriffs Department for a suspicious car in the neighborhood and the response were in 8 minutes or less and the situation was taken care of. He noted the level of service in Lake Elsinore versus the level in larger cities such FAGE TWENTY-FIVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - AUGUST S, 2000 as Long Beach. Mayor Pro Tem Pape commented on the following: 1) Indicated that while attending a Public Safety Policy Committee meeting in San Francisco he saw a presentation on a program called "Every 15 Minutes". He explained that it was part of a 1990 program which sought to address the one person killed by a dnmk driver every 15 minutes. He indicated that the number had been improved to one every 30 minutes, but stressed the need to reduce the numbers even further. He noted that there was an education program which focused on junior and seniors in high school to stress the responsibility for drinking and driving and stressed the dramatic effects of the program on its participants. He suggested that this program would be of real benefit to the young people in Lake Elsinore and requested Council concurrence to get with the police and schools to put together such a program for the next school year. He further suggested alternating the program between the two high schools. Mayor Brinley commented on the following: 1) Announced the Lake Elsinore Mounted Posse rode which will be held from September 1-3, 2000, with tickets on sale starting August 11~', at Circle K locations in Lake Elsinore, Wildomar and Norco. She indicated that they would be $10 pre-sale and $12 at the gate; with children ten and under being free. She encouraged public participation. 2) Announced that she was still working on a fund-raiser for Cops for Kids, being a Blast from the Past event. She indicated that it was starting to take shape and anticipated a great event. She thanked the area businesses for their participation. She announced that the cost of tickets would be $50 per couple or $25 per person, with more information following soon. She encouraged everyone to buy tickets and participate. CLOSED SESSION A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (a) of Section 54956.9) Williams v. City of Lake Elsinore (4`" Appellate Case # E024487); Williams and Hassan v. City of Lake Elsinore (4"' Appellate District Case # E025201) B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-- EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (a) of Section 54956.9) Redevelopment Agency of the City of Lake Elsinore vs. Sportsman's Lodge (4`~' Appellate District Case #E024762/Riverside Superior Court Case #257164). C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--EXISTING LITIGATION PAGE TWENTY-SIX - CITY COUNCIL MIN CITES - AUGUST 8, 2000 (Subdivision (a) of section 54956.9) California Bank & Trust v. City of Lake Elsinore et al (Riverside Co. Superior Court Case #344190) D. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (a) of Government Code Section 54956.9) City of Lake Elsinore vs. All Persons Interested et al, Riverside Local Agency Formation Commission (CASE #RIC 311942) (Cleveland Ridge). THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO CLOSED SESSION AT 10:06 P.M. FOR DISCUSSION OF THE ABOVE LISTED ITEMS A, B AND C. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 11:38 P.M., WITH NO REPORTABLE ACTION. ADJOIIRNMENT MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADJOiIRN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 11:39 P.M. i''AMELA B LEY, MAYa CITY OF LA ELSINORE A'F"I'EST: ~ VICKI SA , CMC, CITY CLERK CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE