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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-09-1999 City Council MinutesMINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9,1999 I :~~~ex:~:~~~~r~:~~~~r~*~~~:~~r~~~r~::~~:~~x~x*~:~~:~:~x*~r*~r:~*~x~~~r~::~~x**~x:~:~~r~xxx**~ CALL TO ORDER The Regular City Council Meeting was calle,~ to order by Mayor Kelley at 7:05 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Metze. INVOCATION The Invocation was provided by Reverend Marvin Davenport, representing Our Redeemer Lives. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: BRINLEY, METZE, PAPE, KELLEY ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: VACANT Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager Best, Deputy City Attorney Mann, Administrative Services Director Boone, Community Development Director Brady, Community Services Director Sapp, Fire Chief Seabert, Police Chief Walsh, City Engineer O'Donnell and City Clerk Kasad. PRESENTATIONS a. Presentation - Announcement of State Gvmnastics Meet. (F:142.1) Dori Neal, representing Lake Elsinore Unified School District, announced that Temescal Canyon High School will be hosting the State Men's Gymnastics event on March 26`~' and 27th. She advised that it will be a two day, seven competition event, drawing between 1,000 and 3,000 spectators to the Community. She noted a local athlete who will be participating in the event. She invited the City Council Members to attend the competitions and assist in presenting the awards to the athletes. d. Presentation - TMC Libert,~~ Project. (F:150.2) ~ Rick Goecher, representing TMC, noted that copies of the presentation materials had been provided to the CounciL He explained that they were last before the City Council on November 17`h and noted the importance of PAGE TWO - CIT~ COUNCIL MINU'd'ES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 providing more information on the project concept. He detailed the "traditional neighborhood design", the "traditional neighborhood design community", and principles of traditional neighborhood design. He presented a case study of the "Celebration" development in Florida, detailing the residential, village center, signage, natural environments, common areas, environmental setting, and open space components. He highlighted the Liberty proposal, particularly with regard to the constraints of the site, street patterns, open space areas, pedestrian circulation and village breakdowns. He noted a recent article in the Los Angeles Times which highlighted the Lake Elsinore proposal. He advised that the project is anticipated to go before the Planning Commission in April and the City Council in May. He further advised that the model homes should be ready in February, 2000 with move-ins by August; 2000. He stressed their interest in keeping the Council better informed of their progress. b. Presentation - Fa11,1998. Business of the Ouarter. (F:56.1) Mayor Kelley introduced Mr. John Roszi and presented him with the Fall, 1998 Business of the Quarter plaque. She noted that it is rare to receive phone calls from residents nominating some for the Business of the Quarter recognition. She stressed Mr. Roszi's dedication and commitment to his customers and the community, noting his personal deliveries and phone calls to assist residents. Mr. Roszi thanked the City Council for this recognition, and expressed hopes that he could continue to provide increased services to the community. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 7:35 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 7:41 P.M. Nlayor Kelley noted that an item needing immediate attention had come to the attention of the City after the agenda was posted, regarding Lalce Funding. She noted the need for a unanimous vote to add this matter as item 34 of this agenda. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY PAPE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO ADD THE LAKE FUNDING ISSUE AS ITEM 34 OF THIS AGENDA. PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS Requests were received to address the following items and deferred to those discussions: Items Nos. 4, 5 and 32. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS The following items were pulled from the Consent Calendar for fizrther discussion and consideration: PAGE THREE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 Item Nos. 4 and 5. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY IIATANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE ' BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED. 1. The following Minutes were approved: a. Regular City Council Meeting - January 26, 1999. b. City Council Study Session - January 27, 1999. (F:44.4) The following Minutes were received and ordered filed: c. Planning Commission Meeting - January 20, 1999 (F:60.3) d. Design Review Committee Meeting - January 20, 1999. (F:60.4) 2. Ratified Warrant List for January 29, 1999. (F:123) 3. Received & ordered filed the Investment Report for December, 1998. (F:12.5) BUSINESS ITEMS 31. Second Readin~ - Ordinance No. 1042 - Surface Minin~ & Reclamation Act. (F:103.1) City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that this was the procedural second reading of the ordinance bringing City regulation into compliance with the above listed Act. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY METZE TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1042 UPON SECOND READING BY TITLE ONLY: ORDINANCE NO. 1042 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING EXISTING TITLE 14.04 OF THE LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADDING A NEW TITLE 14.04 TO SAID CODE WHICH SHALL BE KNOWN AS THE "SURFACE MINING AND RECLAMATION CHAPTER" AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH. UPON THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: BRINLEY, METZE, PAPE, KELLEY NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: VACANT PAGE FOUR - CITY COiTNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9, 1999' ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE 32. Commercial Project No. 98-6 Lake Elsinore Ford Automobile Dealership at 31450 Casino Drive. (F:58.2) Community Development Director Brady highlighted this item, detailing the location and amenities to be provided. He detailed the parlcing spaces to be provided and advised that the project will be compatible with the existing Chevrolet dealership. He indicated that the Planning Commission has reviewed the plan and design of the project, but the signs will be reviewed at a later date. He presented a rendering of the site layout and noted that the Casino Drive frontage would incorporate a display area within the setback area. He advised that the project meets all City requirements and is consistent with the goals and objectives of the City's General Plan. Linda Nanetti, 16293 Cimarron, indicated that she thinks it is great to bring in another car dealership, but expressed concern with the discussion of additional jobs. She questioned whether there would be assurances that Lake Elsinore residents would be hired rather than employees from other existing facilities. Councilwoman Brinley noted in conditions of approval for the recently approved storage units for Banana Boat, included two year bonding on landscaping. She suggested that Item 23 be changed to 120% for two years. She suggested that this be a consistent condition on all projects. She indicated other than that she is excited about the project. Mayor Pro Tem Metze questioned the rendering for the northern elevation, noting that the other sides appear to be broken up. He expressed concern with a flat wall as depicted in the rendering. He stressed that this wall is facing the freeway and he would like to see some way to break up the white wall. Community Development Director Brady indicated that the sign program has to come back before the Planning Commission and he believes that the applicant would agree to some type of signing on that side. Mr. Metze reiterated that the other sides are well done, but he wouid like to see something done with the northern elevation, under Condition No. 34.a. Councilwoman Brinley requested that the City Manager address the employment issue. Mr. Watenpaugh clarified that it was not possible to mandate local employees, but the City has asked new businesses to try to hire from within the Community and most have endeavored to do so. Councilman Pape indicated that he doesn't think government should mandate to that extreme, noting that the related business to this dealership is in San Diego County. He commented that the staff and Planning Commission did an excellent job in putting this together and mitigating concerns. He looked forward to a second new car dealership and noted that this was a way to increase revenue without burdening the residents. PAGE FNE - CITY COiTNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 Mayor Kelley concurred with the comments of the rest of the Council and indicated that she was excited to see this new business coming to town. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY METZE AND CAR.RIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRE5ENT TO APPROVE COMMERCIAL PROJECT NO. 98-6, ADOPT NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 98-11, BASED ON THE RECOMMENDED FINDINGS, EXHIBITS "A" THROUGH "D" AND SUBJECT TO THE ATTACHED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, WITH CONDITION NO. 23.h. MODIFIED TO "TWO YEARS,120% BONDING" AND CONDITION 34.a. TO INCLUDE TREATMENT OF THE NORTHERN ELEVATION AS DIRECTED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR COMMERCIAL PROJECT NO. 98-6 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMTT NO. 98-9 FOR LAKE ELSINORE FORD AT 31450 CASINO DRIVE PLANNING DIVISION 1. Design Review approval for Commercial Project No. 98-6 will lapse and be void unless building permits are issued within one (1) year of City Council approval. An extension of time, up to one (1) year per extension, may be granted by the Community Development Directar prior to the expiration of the initial Design Review approval upon application by the developer one (1) month prior to expiration. 2. These Conditions of Approval shall be reproduced upon Page One of Building Plans prior to their acceptance by the Division of Building and Safety. 3. All site improvements shall be constructed as indicated on the approved site plan and elevations. Revisions to approved site plans or building elevations shall be subject to the discretion of the Community Development Director. All plans submitted for Building Division Plan Check shall conform with the submitted plans or as modified by Conditions of Approval, or the Planning Commission or City Council through subsequent action. 4. Materials and colors depicted on the materials board shall be used unless modified by the Community Development Director or designee. 5. Screen walls shall be added in appropriate locations along the freeway frontage as deemed necessary for the purpose of screening view into the service areas. 6. The applicant shall submit a lighting plan subject to the review and approval by the Community Development Director or designee. All exterior on-site lighting shall be shielded and directed on-site so as not to create glare onto neighboring property and streets or allow illumination above the horizontal plane of the fixture. PAGE SIX - CITY COiTNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 7. The applicant shall at all times comply with Section 17.78, the Noise Ordinance of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code which requires noise or sound levels to be below 60 decibels between the hours of 7:00 am to 10:00 pm and below 40 decibels in nearby residential areas between the hours of 10:00 pm to 7:00 am. 8. The use a of an outdoor public address system shall not be allowed. 9. The applicant shall be not allow test driving of vehicles by customers and/or employees through residential areas. All test driving traffic shall be directed to Casino Drive, major arterial streets, and to the Freeway. 10. In addition to the required site landscaping plan, the applicant shall be required to submit a detailed landscaping plan for the front landscaped setback area in compliance with the decorative features in the approved conceptual landscaping plan. 11. Applicant shall meet all Conditions of Approval prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy and release of utilities. 12. Applicant is to meet all applicable City Codes and Ordinances including Federal American with Disabilities Act. 13. Meet all Riverside County Fire Department requirements. 14. Project must meet all requirements of Cal-Trans, when applicable. 15. Prior to issuance of building permits, applicant shall provide assurance that all required fees to the Lake Elsinore Unified School District have been paid. 16. Prior to issuance of building permits, applicant shall pay park-in-lieu fee in effect at time of building permit issuance. 17. Trash enclosures shall be constructed per City standards as approved by the Community Development Director or designee, prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy. 18. All roof ladders and electrical panels shall be located within the interior of the building or in specially designed areas concealed from public right-of- way view. 19. Applicant shall use roofing materials with Class "A" fire rating 20. All roof mounted ar ground support air conditioning units or other mechanical equipment incidental to development shall be architecturally screened so that they are not visible from neighboring property, public streets, and the I-15. The screening pian if one is proposed, shall be approved by the Community Development Director or designee, prior to __ _ _ ___ _ PAGE SEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 issuance of building permit. 21. All eaterior down-spouts shall be constructed within the interior of the building or concealed from public right-of-way view. 22. The parking lot landscaping designs shall provide at least one (1) fifteen (15) gallon tree for every ten (10) parking spaces required by, and subject to the approval of the City's Landscape Architect and Community Development Directar or designee. 23. The final landscaping/irrigation plan is to be reviewed and approved by the City's Landscape Architect Consultant and the Community Development Director or designee, prior to issuance of building permit. A Landscape Plan Checlc Fee will be charged prior to final landscape approval based on the Consultant's fee plus forty percent (40%). a. All planting areas shall have permanent and automatic sprinlder system with 100% plant and grass coverage using a combination of drip and conventional irrigation methods. b. Applicant shall plant street trees at a ratio of one (1) tree per each thirty (30) lineal feet of street frontage. Street trees shall be a minimum of 24" box size trees and may be clustered. Street trees shall be selected from the City's Street Tree List. c. All planting areas shall be separated from paved areas with a six inch (6") high and six inch (6") wide concrete curb. d. Planting within fifteen feet (15') of ingress/egress points shall be no higher than thirty-six inches (36"). e. Landscape planters shall be planted with an appropriate parking lot shade tree to provide far 50% parking lot shading in fifteen (15) years. f. Any transformers and mechanical or electrical equipment shall be indicated on landscape plan and screened as part of the landscaping plan. . g. The landscape plan shall provide for ground cover, shrubs, and trees and meet all requirements of the City's adopted Landscape Guidelines. Special attention to the use of Xeriscape or drought resistant plantings with combination drip irrigation system to be used to prevent excessive watering. h. All landscape improvements shall be bonded 120% for material and labor for two (2) years from installation sign-off by the City. Release of the landscaping bond shall be requested by the applicant at the end of the required year. i. All landscaping and irrigation shall be installed within affected portion PAGE EIGHT - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9, 1999 of any phase at the time a Certificate of Occupancy is requested for any building. All planting areas shall include plantings in the Xeriscape concept, drought tolerant grasses and plants. j. Final landscape plan shall be consistent with approved site plan. k. Final landscape plans shall include planting and irrigation details. 24. All exposed slopes in excess of three feet (3') in height shall have a permanent irrigation system and erosion control vegetation installed, approved by the Planning Division. 25. The applicant shall develop a Uniform Sign Program for the site which specifies harmonious and consistent colors, materials and specifications which will enhance the project's design and meet the provisions of Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, Chapter. The Master Signage Program shall be , reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. All signage including freestanding signs shall be by City Permit and in conformance with the approved Master Signage Program. The Master Signage Program shall be approved prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy or release of utilities. Individual sign permits are required prior to the erection of each sign. 26. The project shall connect to sewer and meet all requirements of the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD). Applicant shall submit water and sewer plans to the EVMWD and shall incorporate all district conditions and standards. 27. All loading zones shall be clearly marked with yellow striping and shall meet City Standards for loading zones. 28. Trailers utilized during construction shall be approved by the Planning Division. 29. On-site surface drainage shall not cross sidewalks. 30. Parking stalls as required by shall be double-striped with four-inch (4") lines two-feet (2') apart. 31. Painted arrows on the asphalt shall be located at all internal drive aisles. 32. Prior to issuance of any grading permit or building permits, the applicant shall sign and complete an "Acknowledgment of Conditions" and shall return the executed original to the Community Development Department for inclusion in the case records. 33. Any tenant within this development that can potentially employ 100 people or more shall be subject to the requirements of Ordinance No. 941 (Trip Reduction Ordinance) adopted October 27, 1992. PAGE NINE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9, 1999 34. Decorative pavement shall be provided at driveways and crosswalks, to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director or designee. 34.a. Provide appropriate visual treatment of Northern Elevation as directed by the Community Development Director. ENGINEERING DIVISION 35. All Public Works requirements shall be complied with as a condition of development as specified in the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) prior to building permit. 36. Dedicate underground water rights to the City (LEMC 16.52.030). The document can be obtained from the Engineering Division. 37. Pay all Capital Improvement and Plan Check fees (LEMC 16.34, Res. 85- 26). 38. 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 applying for a building permit. 39. Construct all public works improvements per approved street plans (LEMC Title 12). Plans must be approved and signed by the City Engineer prior to issuance of building permit (LEMC 1634). 40. If the existing street improvements are to be modified, the existing street plans on file shall be modified accordingly and approved by the City Engineer prior to issuance of building permit. An encroachment permit will be required to do the work. 41. The applicant shall furnish a signing and striping plan for Casino Dr., subject to the approval of the City Engineer. 42. Pay all fees and meet requirements of an encroachment permit issued by the Engineering Division for construction of off-site public works improvements (LEMC12.08, Res.83-78). All fees and requirements for an encroachment permit shall be fulfilled before Certificate of Occupancy. 43. If grading exceeds 50 cubic yards, grading plans shall be prepared by a Cali£ 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. 44. On-site drainage shall be conveyed to a public facility or accepted by adjacent property owners by a letter of drainage acceptance ar conveyed to a drainage easement. PAGE TEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 ~. 45. All natural drainage traversing the site shall be conveyed through the site, or shall be collected and conveyed by a method approved by the City Engineer. 46. Roofs must drain to a landscaped area. 47. 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 auto maintenance, car washing and auto body repair and painting. 33 . Citv Entrv Signa~e.(F:148.1) City Manager Watenpaugh noted ongoing efforts to improve the community image. He advised that a representative of the Rotary Club brought this project forward as a joint effort to develop entry signage. He further advised that they have obtained costs and the signs would be manufactured by a local company in the community. He noted that there are three styles of signs presented in the color renderings, and explained the locations for each type of sign, including freeway off-ramps, Ortega Highway, Railroad Canyon Road and eventually Lake Street. He explained that this request is for conceptual approval, pending a final report from the Rotary club with regard to participation. He noted that there is ample funding to construct the signs and the only variable is the organizations who would assist with maintenance and have their logo included on the signage. He detailed the cost breakout and request for conceptual approval. Councilwoman Brinley indicated that this has been a long time coming, and noted the Foamworks presentation at the Economic Development Committee meeting. She stressed the quality of their work and expressed surety that this will be a first class project. Councilman Pape expressed support for this project. Mayor Pro Tem Metze thanked the Rotary Club for their participation with the City and their efforts to mitigate costs. Mr. Watenpaugh reiterated that the non-profit organizations will assist with the maintenance of the signs. Mayor Kelley questioned the service club signs and their color schemes on the signs. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that those signs will also be manufactured by Foamworks and a uniform set of logos will be used on each sign. He noted that Foamworks does excellent work. Mayor Kelley noted that the FIT Committee has volunteered to assist with this project as well. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE DESIGN, PAGE ELEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 LOCATIONS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP ELEMENTS OF THE ENTRY SIGN PROGRAM AND DIRECTED THE STAFF TO MOVE FORWARD WITH PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION. 34. Resolution No. 99-8 - Supporting Lake Fundin~ Legislation. (F:92.1)(X:96.1) City Manager Watenpaugh explained that a request was received from Assemblyman Thompson yesterday. He further explained that the proposed legislation at the State level involves $38,500,000 worth of revenue for Lake Elsinore and the San Jacinto Watershed area. He requested Council support of the proposed resolution so it could be forwarded to other agencies for support. Councilwoman Brinley expressed 100% support for the proposed legislation. Councilman Pape inquired whether copies of the Resolution would be forwarded to other agencies for support. City Manager Watenpaugh confirmed. MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY BRINLEY TO ADOPT RESOLUTION N0. 99-8. Mayor Pro Tem Metze noted the past efforts of Assemblyman Thompson to obtain funds and expressed hopes for success in this effort. Councilwoman Brinley noted that these funds are just for Lalce Elsinore, but there are also efforts to obtain funds for the upstream problems. Mayor Kelley noted that based on past experience this might be the year for success in such an endeavor. THE FOREGOING MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT. RESOLUTION NO. 99-8 A RESOLUTION OF THE CTTY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE EFFORTS OF ASSEMBLYMAN . BRUCE THOMPSON TO OBTAIN FUNDING FOR LAKE ELSINORE AND SAN JACINTO WATERSHED PROJECTS. ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 4. City-Wide Speed Limits - Resolution No. 99-7. (F:1521) Donna Franson, 7 Villa Valtelena, noted the recent review of the speed limits, and expressed trust that Summerhill Drive was considered. She suggested that the Summerhill speed limit should be lowered to 35 mph for PAGE TWELVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 safety. She stressed that new homes are still building and that Summerhill is used for access to the school and park in Tuscany Hills. She noted that most of the side streets come off of Summerhill at a curve, with very limited visibility. She commented on the stopping distances listed in the Driver's handbook and indicated that they have tried for six years to have Summerhill Drive changed to 35 mph, with the side streets at 25 mph. She suggested posting additional signs to remind the drivers of the speed limit. Mayor Kelley added that there had been discussion with the City Manager on this issue and Summerhill Drive was lowered to 40 mph. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO ADOPT RESOLUTION N0. 99-7: RESOLUTION NO. 99-7 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE DESIGNATING THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT FOR CERTAIN STREETS. 5. First Amendment to Fire Protection Agreement - Fiscal Year 1998/99. (F:68.1) Linda Nanetti, 16293 Cimarron, suggested a the formation of a citizens committee on the closed session agendas for non-biased feedback. She noted that a lot of things are discussed in closed session. She inquired if the Council had given more approval near Machado/Lincoln. She noted that since they bought the property in 1980 and the mortgage information said the fire station would be within five minutes of the tract, more tracts have been built in the meantime. She expressed concern that the fire protection does not meet the requirements of the mortgage agreement. City Manager Watenpaugh noted that this matter was addressed at the last study session, however this consideration was the regular fire service agreement. MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE FIRE PROTECTION CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE DOCUMENT. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest Drive, indicated that she had questions based on calls to Sacramento. She questioned the proposed move of the fire station from the Lincoln Street location to McVicker Park. She inquired if the park is in a flood basin. She noted California law in 6477 regarding use of land, noting that the City paid $500,000 for a lot at McVicker Park and about $270,000 for a lot on Lincoln Street. She inquired whether staff had investigated the ability to put a fire station at that location. She clarified that she is not against the fire station. PAGE THIRTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES -, FEBRUARY 9,1999 Diclc Knapp, City Treasurer, indicated that he has, for the last nine months, been requesting a copy of the TMC contract for the Stadium, and as of today has not yet ~ received it. He noted that the contract was sanctioried in April of last year and no signed copy of the contract has been provided. He indicated that he is starting to get concerned with their use of the stadium without a contract. He questioned why . it was taking so long to make it available to the public. He suggested that there were "shenanigans" causing the delay. He advised Mrs. Hyland that the City paid $270,000 for the Lincoln Street lot, but the park site was $75,000 an acre, after $2.8 million to improve the two ball diamonds. Robert Chesser, 17370 Mc Bride, noted that last weelc his road was paved and sprayed with oil. He questioned how the decision is made for what work to do and whether signage is placed to advise the residents. He expressed concern that there was overspray on his vehicle, and inquired if the City lcnows where the water table sits. He expressed further concern with the potential impact of spraying an area in close proximity to the water table. James Gray, 15159 Mimosa, showed a flyer he distributed last year within Community Facilities District 88-3. He noted that at a Council Meeting in August, 1998 a defensive position was taken by City Manager Watenpaugh and Mayor Pape, indicating that the flyer was erroneous and not true. He noted that the flyer suggested that the property on Lincoln was going to be sold, and now the discussion is for building the station at another location. He indicated that the location of the station is not as important to him as getting it built. He expressed concern with what would be built on the Lincoln Street site, suggesting that it might be a Circle K. Jason Marquez, 24 Del Santello, addressed the council with regard to the speed limit on Summerhill Drive. He requested that the Council loole at Summerhill, Corte Straza and Villa Milano. He noted the contacts he has made and efforts to locate people to serve as crossing guards; but cannot proceed without a stop sign on the street. He requested a stop sign and a slower speed zone, noting that funding and volunteers are available. Councilman Pape questioned the location where a stop sign is needed. Mr. Marquez indicated that the location would be at the t-intersection of Villa Milano, noting that this is a blind intersection. He stressed his concern based on the fact the in July there will be seventy more students using that route to school. Donna Morin, 31750 Machado ST. #71, representing Lalce Elsinore Historical Society. She thanked Mayor Kelley for sharing in the kick-off far the fire engine restoration project on Sunday. She also thanked the Council for their support. She noted the generous donations received by the Society for this project and listed the contributors. She indicated that they now have approximately $1,500 to start the restoration, and they now have a committee chaired by Russ Burns who will begin meeting with volunteers and loolcing for parts. She reminded the cominunity to keep their project in mind, noting that it is a very expensive endeavor. Linda Nanetti, 16293 Cimarron, indicated that she double checlced the initial PAGE FOURTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 paperwork on the purchase of her home, but since more homes have been built in the area it is difficult to ensure fire protection. She noted that the past weelcend was busy for fire calls, and expressed hopes that the City would carry on diligently to get the new station built. She indicated that she could understand the concerns of residents in the area who would be impacted by the sirens. She commented on the Antique Auto Show held on Main Street and indicated that it was spectacular. She advised that it will be held the fourth Saturday of each month. Mayor Pro Tem Metze inquired who sponsored that event. Mrs. Nanetti indicated that it was sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and gave her much pride in the City. Lorraine Watts, 210 N. Scrivener, invited everyone to attend the Black History Month celebration sponsored by NAACP, and noted that it is an effort to bring the community together and have a good time. She detailed the planned activities, food, vendors, services and information which will be available. She noted that there will also be signups for AARP, NAACP and voter registration. She advised that the event will be held at the First Presbyterian Church on Grape Street. George Alongi, 649 Mill Street, former Councilmember, indicated that his remarks are not intended to cast a black mark against the Sheriff s department, because he is sure the officers do a great job, and the Captain has also done a great job. He noted past comments that crime is down 53% , but the paper now says it is down by 38%. He expressed annoyance with the article statistics which show that most horrifying crimes are on the rise, such as murder, rape, and aggravated assault; however burglaries are down. He noted that the Police Department is doing a great job and it doesn't do any good to have the contradictory statistics printed in the newspaper. He expressed hopes that the future crime reports are done by the Captain showing that the efforts to reduce crime are going well. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS City Manager Watenpaugh commented on the following: 1) Indicated that McVicker park is a flood hazard area, not a flood basin; however with the acceptance of the channel it will be removed from flood hazard area by FEMA. 2) Indicated that he does not have the exact numbers on the fire station lot, however the Lincoln Street lot was between $270,000 and $280,000; and the park site was closer to $1.4 million. He offered to pull the exact numbers, noting that the $500,000 figure was probably only the developer agreement fees expended. 3) Advised that a signed copy of Stadium contract will be provide as ;, soon as it is received. He clarified that it is being operated above I board and legal with no "shenanigans". 4) Explained that the Master Plan identifies what streets will be improved and when they will be improved. He advised that all of the contracts require some form of notification to the residents. He PAGE FIFTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 offered to investigate this project further. 5) Advised that Mr. Gray was correct, however they had not been defesive, but did call to discuss the information contained in the flyer. . He indicated that he was correct in saying that they were not going to , sell the site at that time, as it was not even discussed. He clarified that in a recent discussion with the fire chief and review of the master plan, they are looking at a change in location based on that discussion. He stressed that staff would recommend and take the recommendations of the professionals. He offered to provide an update as this issue is pursued. He clarified that it would be up to the Council whether to sell the park or keep the site. 6) Addressed Mr. Marquez noting that staff did comment on the discussion and will look at the issues and provide more information. 7) Indicated that he would talk to staff about pulling together information for the fire engine. 8) Advised that he would be discussing:the fire master plan tomorrow. He explained that some of the Specific Plans are downsizing and moving forward which would in turn impact the streets, location of fire stations, etc. He indicated that the fire department has been reviewing the master plan to provide for the best service possible. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS Deputy City Attorney Mann addressed Mrs. Hyland regarding McViclcer Park, noting that he reviewed the deeds today and there did not appear to be that type of restriction. He explained that it was essentially a purchase of property which can be used for any purpose. He offered to discuss this matter further with Mrs. Hyland. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilman Pape commented on the following: 1) Advised that the Planning Department has been very active with 44 permits for new homes issued last week. 2) Noted the open City Council seat, and advised that interviews wiil be scheduled for the 16`h, with the City Clerk contacting the applicants to set up interview times. 3) Indicated that the crime statistics presented a few months ago were accurate, but reflected a different time frame. Councilwoman Brinley commented on the following: PAGE SIXTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9,1999 ~ ' 1) Suggested that City Manager Watenpaugh talk with the traffic engineer regarding the Summerhill Drive issue, and if a stop sign is ' needed to look at that as well. 2) Addressed the Historical Society and suggested that they advertise with Media One for donations. Mrs. Morin noted that the donations to the fire engine fund are to be used exclusively for that project. Mrs. Brinley noted the potential for a fund-raiser for this project. 3) Concurred with Mr. Alongi that sometimes the City is lumped in with the surrounding area with regard to crime statistics. She noted a similar problem about 3-1/2 years ago with impacts by the surrounding area. She suggested sitting down with the press to clarify locations. She indicated that this was similar to being lumped in with other areas regarding smog. 4) Requested that Mr. Watenpaugh address Mr. Chesser's problems on McBride Street. 5) Wished everyone a good Valentines Day. Mayor Pro Tem Metze commented on the following: 1) Indicated that it was great to hear about the State gymnastics event. 2) Thanked Assemblyman Thompson and his staff for staying on the Lake issue. He noted that the funding was close before and hoped to ' get a lot closer this time with the $38 million. He stressed the need , for help from outside the City. He expressed sincere thanks to Assemblyman Thompson. 3) Addressed Mr. Gray's comments and concern for what would be built on the Lincoln Street site and noted that he wants to see something appropriate to the zoning, but that will be dealt with as time goes on. Mayor Kelley commented on the following: 1) Reminded the community of the deadline for City Council applications, noting that the City Clerk would be scheduling interviews. 2) Congratulated the Historical Society on their efforts. 3) Reminded the community of the Street Fair on the first Sunday of the months, and noted that it is growing monthly. 4) Thanked the FIT Committee and City staff for their help with the McVicker Park clean-up. _. _ PAGE SEVENTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 9, 1999 5) Expressed special thanks to Assemblyman Thompson, noting that the money would go a long way in addressing Lake issues. CLOSED SESSION None. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 8:50 P.M. OF LAKE ELSINORE CLERK C~'~'Y O~' LAIKE ELSINORE