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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-13-1999-City Council Minutes MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA TUlSDAY, JULY 13, 1999 **********************i************************************* CALL TO ORDER 1 ! ..~ The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Kelley at 7 :02 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman Pape led the Pledge of Allegiance. INVOCATION 1 Pastor Martin Boyd, Lakeview Chapel, provided the Invocation. ROLL CALL j PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: BRINLEY, METZE, P APE, SCHIFFNER, KELLEY - ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, City Attorney Leibold, Administrative Services Director Boone, Community Deveiopment Director Brady, Community Services Director Sapp, Police Chief Walsh, City Engineer O'Donnell, Public Works Manager Payne and Deputy City Clerk Bryning. PRESENTATIONS 1 a. Proclamation - Eagle Scout Jonathon K. Walsten. (F:122.1) Mayor Kelley read and presented the Proclamation to Jonathon Walsten for his promotion to Eagle Scout. Jonathon thanked the Mayor and all the people that made it possible for him to complete his Eagle Scout Project. PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS Requests were received to address the following item and deferred to that discussion. Item No. 15a. j . t " PAGE TWO - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS ~ ! -~ MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED. 1. The following Minutes were approved: a. Regular City Council Meeting - June 21, 1999. (F:44.4) The following Minutes were received and ordered filed: b. Planning Commission Meeting - June 16, 1999. (F:60.3) c. Design Review Committee Meeting - June 16, 1999. (F:60.4) 2. Ratified the Warrant Lists for June 15, 1999 and June 30, 1999. (F: 12.3) 3. Received and ordered filed the Investment Report for May, 1999. , (F: 12.5) 4. Adopted Resolutions 99-31 to 99-34 confirming F N 1999-00 Special , Taxes for Community Facilities District 91-2 (Summerhill Public I Improvements), CFD 88-3 (West Lake Elsinore Public Improvements), CFD 90-3 North Lake Elsinore Hills Public Improvements), CFD 95-1 (Lake Elsinore City Center Public -, Improvements) as follows: (F:22.3) RESOLUTION NO. 99-31 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA REQUESTING THE TAX COLLECTOR OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO PLACE SPECIAL TAXES ON THE BILLS OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES (CFD 91-2). RESOLUTION NO. 99-32 , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA REQUESTING THE TAX COLLECTOR OF THE :'1 COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO PLACE SPECIAL TAXES ON THE BILLS OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES (CFD 88-3). RESOLUTION NO. 99-33 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA .. ~ I PAGE THREE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13,1999 REQUESTING THE TAX COLLECTOR OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO PLACE SPECIAL TAXES ON THE BILLS OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES (CFD 90-3) RESOLUTION NO. 99-34 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA REQUESTING THE TAX COLLECTOR OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO PLACE SPECIAL TAXES ON THE BILLS OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES (CFD 95-1). RESOLUTION NO. 99-35 ~ ..J.i' .~ 5. Adopted Resolution Nos. 99-35 to 99-39 confirming FlY 1999-00 Special Assessments for Assessment District AD 87-2, AD 89-1, AD 86-1, AD 90-1A, and AD 93-1 as follows: (F:22.3) - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, REQUESTING THE TAX COLLECTOR OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO PLACE ASSESSMENTS ON THE BILLS OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES (AD 87-2). RESOLUTION NO. 99-36 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, REQUESTING THE TAX COLLECTOR OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO PLACE ASSESSMENTS ON THE BILLS OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES (AD 89-1) .. ~ RESOLUTION NO. 99-37 :1 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, REQUESTING THE TAX COLLECTOR OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO PLACE ASSESSMENTS ON THE BILLS OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES (AD 86-1). RESOLUTION NO. 99-38 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, REQUESTING THE TAX COLLECTOR OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO PLACE ASSESSMENTS ON THE BILLS OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES (AD 90-1A). "' .1 PAGE FIVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 Plan does designate Coal Road and Nichols Road to be named one street name which would have been Nichols Road, therefore he would recommend that Coal Road and Nichols Road both be changed to Outlet Center Parkway. Community Development Director Brady stated that this action is part of the Prime Outlet Centers process to make some modifications, improvements and changes to the Outlet Center. He explained that Prime Outlet feels that changing the name will help to direct people into the Center and increase the sales at the Center as well, which would benefit the City through the sales tax revenue generated. He noted that the applicant was present and had a presentation to show what modifications are proposed at the Center to coordinate with the name change of Nichols and Coal Roads. Jeff Kurtz, General Manager of Prime Outlet Center, presented the history of the Outlet Center. He noted the prime tenants that are at the Outlet Center and explained that they are proposing to utilize awnings for better shade, new signage, a street name change, a reader board, and new merchant carts. He further explained that Prime Outlet is planning to develop a playground and install fountains in the future. Mr. Kurtz stated that he feels that this will make the Center more attractive and will encourage an increase in traffic and sales. Mayor Kelley asked if they were going to install a misting system. Mr. Kurtz stated that the misting system is on hold to see what the full effect of the awnings will be before going forward with the misting system. He further stated that the awnings will be constructed to support a misting system and if later they feel it is necessary, they will install a misting system. Mayor Kelley asked what the time frame.is for the awnings. Mr. Kurtz explained that they are looking at September to have the awnings in and complete. Mayor Pro Tem Metze asked how much this project would cost. Mr. Kurtz stated that the project would cost over a million dollars. Councilman Pape asked how many people went through the Outlet Center last year. Mr. Kurtz stated that they had nearly 4 million shoppers. He noted that they were up 13% in sales last year over the preVIOUS year. ~ j,!"l,', .~ Mayor Pro Tern Metze stated that one of the complaints that he has heard is the heat in the summer at the Outlet Center and suggested that the misters would help. Councilwoman Brinley suggested that Prime Outlet take a look at Palm Springs since they utilize the misters in their shopping areas and it does make a difference. Mr. Kurtz stated that they do have other Centers with misting systems and it does work very well, however they do want to try it with the awnings first before installing the misting system. 1 J PAGE SIX - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 Mayor Pro Tern Metze commented that Mr. Kurtz and Mr. Martin from Prime Outlet met with him after the last meeting; and expressed his appreciation for their time, noting that they could not discuss some of the proposed projects since they were going to bid. He indicated that he is satisfied that Castle and Cook, and Prime Outlets are committed to the City and the Outlet Center here. - Mayor Kelley opened the public hearing at 7: 18 and asked those in favor of the project to step forward. Donna Franson, 7 Villa Valtelena, asked that when the name change is made if Prime Outlet could incorporate the name of the City of . Lake Elsinore in their signage for the street. She suggested "Outlet Center Parkway Lake Elsinore" to inform people that the Outlet Center is in Lake Elsinore. Dan Uhlry, 150 E. Lakeshore Drive, questioned the name change on Coal Road since the roadway has a 90-degree bend and merges into Terra Cotta. He asked what the advantage is of changing Coal Road, since the emphasis is to get the traffic off the freeway. He noted that he is in the towing business and he visits the parking lot at the Outlet Center frequently. He suggested that the parking lot should be better marked for sections, since it is very difficult for him to find the cars and the patrons who have locked their keys in the car to describe their location. He further suggested some type of lettering or numbering that is clearly visible for each section would assist the patrons in returning to their cars and tow companies in locating the vehicles. Mr. Uhlry stated that he is in favor of the name change, but questioned the changing of Coal Road. - Mr. Kurtz stated that they do have yellow letters "A" through "H" that identify each light pole in the front of the different rows throughout the parking lot. He suggested that the patrons be made aware of these letters; and felt that it was a good suggestion to make the letters more visible. Community Development Director Brady responded to the question of Coal Road. He noted that the existing alignment is not correct and once the road is improved the alignment will be straightened out in that area and the 90-degree two will not exist, which will create a smoother flow from Lake Street to the freeway. City Manager Watenpaugh questioned where Coal Road would end. Community Development Director Brady stated that it would end in a "T intersection" at Terra Cotta. - Mayor Kelley asked if any other persons wished to speak on this item. Hearing none the public hearing was closed at 7 :22 p.m. PAGE SEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 Councilwoman Brinley stated that she has no problem with the name change and indicated that she felt all of Council's concerns were met in their meeting with Mayor Pro Tern Metze. - Councilman Schiffner stated that he was in support of the name change. Councilman Pape concurred with Mrs. Franson to somehow include the name "City of Lake Elsinore" on the street freeway sign. Mayor Pro Tern Metze stated that Coal Road is primarily a dirt road at this time and this change will have little to no affect on that area. Mr. Kurtz stated that it would be advisable to use City of Lake Elsinore on the reader board rather than on the street name sign. 1 1 :~ Councilman Schiffner questioned using "Lake Elsinore" on the freeway sign unless the City wishes to use Outlet Center Drive Lake Elsinore on the street sign, as part of the street name. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY METZE TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 99-40 AND DIRECTED STAFF TO PROCEED. RESOLUTION NO. 99-40 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE STREET NAME OF NICHOLS ROAD AND COAL ROAD FROM INTERSTATE 15 TO LAKE STREET TO OUTLET CENTER P ARKW A Y. Mayor Kelley commended Prime Outlet for their color changes and use of awnings. She indicated that she was at the Outlet Center last week and commented that it was very hot going from the parking lot into the Center. .~ :~ THE FOREGOING MOTION WAS CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE. 22. Public Hearing for Fiscal Year 1999-2000 Citywide Lighting and Landscape Maintenance District. (F:22.2) City Manager Watenpaugh gave an overview of the proposal and indicated that with the passage of Proposition 218 in November of 1996, the District now consists of exempt facilities only. He noted that the rates will remain the same as last year as it takes a vote of the District to increase the annual assessments. H explained that with 1 I .~. .~ PAGE EIGHT - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 1 the deletion of the non-exempt facilities, the basic Citywide EDU's will remain the same as 1998-99, with a budget for Fiscal Year 1999- 00 of $1,191,900. He indicated that the Assessment Engineer Jeff Cooper was present if the Council should have any questions. ..'~ Mayor Kelley opened the public hearing at 7:30 p.m. and asked for any person wishing to speak on the issue to step forward. Hearing, no one, the public hearing was closed at 7 :31 p.m. - Mayor Pro Tern Metze indicated that this was a housekeeping item and had no problem with it. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 99- 41 SETTING THE FISCAL YEAR 1999-00 BENEFIT ASSESSMENT FOR THE LAIGHTING AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT AS FOLLOWS: . ~ I RESOLUTION NO. 99-41 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CONFIRMING A DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT AND PROVIDING FOR ANNUAL ASSESSMENT LEVY AFTER FORMATION OF A DISTRICT. - 23. Extension of Time Request for Tentative Map No. 25487. (F:160.2) City Manager Watenpaugh gave an overview of the item and made a correction to a date found within the report. He stated that it was staffs recommendation to grant the extension of Tentative Tract 25487 for one year until July 13,2000. . i City Attorney Leibold stated that she was available for questions. "l Mayor Kelley opened the public hearing at 7:32 p.m. and asked any person wishing to speak on the issue to step forward. Hearing no one, the public hearing was closed at 7:33 p.m. Mayor Pro Tern Metze stated that this issue will benefit the City. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE AN EXTENSION OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 25487 FOR ONE YEAR, UNTIL JUL Y 13, 2000. - .::j PAGE NINE - CITY COUNCIL MEETING - JULY 13, 1999 24. Proposed Issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds in an amount not to exceed $5.0 million by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority for the Lakeside Apartments. (F: 126.5) , ..~ City Attorney Leibold explained that originally there was a hearing set for June 21, 1999, which was continued to July 13, 1999. She indicated that at this point the owner/applicant who was proposing to refinance the Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds was still in discussion with the Agency in terms of financial structure and several other issues. She stated that it was staffs recommendation to cancel the public hearing. She further explained that in the event that there is a proposal that staffwants to bring forward for Council's consideration, a hearing will be set and noticed. BUSINESS ITEM 31. Second Reading - Ordinance No. 1051 - regarding Adoption of Uniform Building Codes. (F:32.3) City Manager Watenpaugh explained that this is a second reading to adopt the Uniform Building Codes and is required by law. MOVED BY P APE, SECONDED BY BRINLEY TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1051 UPON SECOND READING BY TITLE ONLY: ORDINANCE NO. 1051 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, REPEALING AND REENACTING CHAPTERS 15.04, 15.08, 15.12, 15.16, 15.20, 15.24, 15.36, 15.38, 15.56 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 1998 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, KNOWN AS THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 24 (CCR, T-24), INCORPORATING; THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, 1997 EDITION PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS , t THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, 1997 EDITION PUBLISHED BY INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1996 EDITION PUBLISHED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION . , .... PAGE TEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 ",j THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, 1997 EDITION PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS PAGE ELEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 - sought to pay for a large tent and fireworks which will cost approximately $5,000. EVAN and the Historical Society will provide volunteers to staff the event and the Philharmonic will provide all set- up of their equipment. He further noted that the rental company will construct the tent resulting in minimal, if any, staff support needed for the actual event. City Manager Watenpaugh stated that it was staffs recommendation that the Council approve the waiver of Lake Elsinore Municipal Code 8040040 to allow the selling and consumption of alcohol in McVicker Park on September 18, 1999 only. Mayor Kelley stated that she was delighted with the response and support from members of the community and the local businesses. She indicated that she had obtained the money for the fireworks, however she was working on raising money for the tent. She noted that this will be a free concert under the stars at McVicker Park on September 18, 1999; the Historical Society will be operating a concession stand with all proceeds to be donated to the Arts Network. She stated that they need 1,5000 to 2,000 people to turn out for the concert to insure a successful event. MOVED BY METZE, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE WAIVER OF LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 8.40.40 TO ALLOW THE SELLING AND CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL IN MC VICKER PARK ON SEPTEMBER 18, 1999. Liberty Specific Plan Amendment No. 2 (SPA 2), General Plan y Amendment (GP A) No. 98-4, "A" Tentative Tract Map (TTM) I No. 28766, and Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 99-3; Liberty Founders, c/o TMC Communities. (F: 150.2)(X:83.2)(X: 160.2) Mayor Kelley called upon those persons who wished to speak on this item: 1 :~ ITEM PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 15. Set for Public Hearing date of July 26. 1999. the following: a. Pete Dawson, 18010 Grand Avenue, noted that last week he addressed his concerns at the Planning Commission regarding water storage. He stated that flooding has been addressed, however drought has not and it is his concern that there is no place to store water to pump into the Lake. He stated his opposition to building in the floodplain and stated that it will place homes where traditionally there has been water stored. He noted the importance of the Lake to the financial stability of the community. He questioned what the City would do ifit , .~ PAGE TWELVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 experienced drought and how water would be provided. He stated that he does have a plan to address the issue and it will facilitate the storage of water and still allow Liberty to proceed with building. Eike Hohenadl, 27 Corte Palazzo, stated that he is currently employed at Skylark Airport as a loader and expressed his concerns regarding development being so close to the airstrips. He cited the problems and eventual closures that small airports experience due to development and appealed to Council to consider that the Airport contributes to the local available sports provided in the Community and creates income for the local businesses. He cited traffic problems that will be experienced at the Intersection of I -15 and Railroad Canyon Road and stated that the development should not occur until an alternate off/on ramp is constructed to answer the increase in traffic. - Mayor Pro Tern Metze asked that City Manager Watenpaugh get a copy of Mr. Dawson's Plan for staff review. City Manager Watenpaugh agreed to do so. Councilman Pape asked Mr. Hohenadl, who owns the property that is used for a landing zone at the airport. Mr. Hohenadl stated that the main landing site is being leased from four doctors. Councilman Pape asked who owned the other area used for landing on large events. Mr. Hohenadl stated that he did not know who owned the other parcel they use. City Manager Watenpaugh stated that he could provide that information tomorrow. -l Councilman Schiffner stated that he felt that it was unfair for anyone to ask the City to tell someone that they cannot develop, when that organization is using someone else's property and they don't even know who owns it. He concurred with the problems that will be experienced at I -15 and Railroad Canyon Road and stated that the intersection is going to be a problem even if Liberty does not build. 1 Councilman Pape stated that he does not want to see the airport forced out-of-business. Councilman Schiffner concurred and stated that the people from the airport should acquire the land to support their activities to prevent anyone from using the land that they need for the airport activities. Councilwoman Brinley stated that she felt that Council had made it clear from the very beginning that they wanted the airport to stay; and she felt that Mr. Olson had, in the past worked with the previous owners of the airport and would continue to work with the current owners. -~ " :.j PAGE THIRTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 MOVED BY P APE, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO SET THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR LIBERTY SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT NO.2 (SPA 2), GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (GPA) NO. 98-4, "A" TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (TTM) NO. 28766, AND MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 99-3; LIBERTY FOUNDERS, C/O TMC COMMUNITIES, ON JULY 26, 1999. THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECONVENED AT 7:57 P.M. 1 ".J... ~ THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 7:52 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS James Gray, 15159 Mimosa Drive, announced that the Inland Valley Congress of Republicans invites the community to attend a meeting at the Sizzler Restaurant in Lake Elsinore on July 15, 1999 at 6:00 p.m. He indicated that the speaker will be Dr. Larry Francis who will speak on the need to protect the quality of patients healthcare. He encouraged everyone to attend and learn about this important subject. He further announced the Family Night Baseball at the Diamond on Friday, July 23, 1999 and explained that every concessionaire will have a bargain food item and specialty posters will be given free to every ticket holder. He encouraged everyone to get their seating in advance by calling Helen Risk at 678-5860. Mr. Gray stated that he and his family had a good time at the Righteous Brothers Concert and Fireworks show. He thanked Councilwoman Brinley on behalf of his wife and family for her greetings. 1 :~ Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest Drive, noted the recent salary increase of the staff at the City of Lake Elsinore and stated that she felt that the money would be better spent on the repair of streets. She commented that she did not appreciated some uncouth person in the City sending a representative of Evans and Brown Mortuary to her home for burial expenses since she felt that it was a death threat and she intends to find out who committed this act and will be taking legal action. Barbara Cady, 32524 Wildomar Road, congratulated Mayor Kelley for the Business Press Inland Empire's 1999, Woman of Distiction Award she will be receiving. Announced that the 30th of July, the Elsinore Valley Arts Network will be hosting a Swing Dance event at the old gym at Temescal Canyon High School, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with tickets costing $3.00 a person or $5.00 a couple. She encouraged everyone to attend the Riverside Philharmonic Concert. ~ Ruth Atkins, 15237 Lake Trail Circle, invited everyone to an Old Fashioned Fireman's Picnic on, Saturday, August 7, 1999 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ":1 ..~ PAGE FOURTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 at the City Park. She noted that the picnic is being sponsored by the Lake Elsinore Historical Society with assistance from the Volunteer Fire Fighters of Lake Elsinore, to raise money for the repair of the old fire truck. She noted that the fire truck can be viewed from the door of the garage so that everyone can see the progress and the need for further financial assistance. - Barbara Anderson, 304 N. Lewis Street, representing the Black Art & Cultural Club, announced the 13th Annual Homecoming Barbecue/Picnic to be held on July 24, 1999 from 1 :00-5 :00 p.m. at Yarborough Park. She noted that it is their annual scholarship fundraiser to assist minority student to further their education. She encouraged everyone to attend this worthwhile function. j Dan Uhlry, 150 E. Lakeshore Drive, stated that he feels honored to live in the City of Lake Elsinore and have the quality of City Manager it has. He indicated that he does not begrudge him any raise. He announced that the Sheriff's Mounted Posse of Three Lakes Troop is having a pancake breakfast at the Elks Lodge on July 17, from 8:00 a.m. to 11 :00 a.m. with a cost of $5.00 per person. He indicated that there would be a car wash event at the same time and all of the proceeds will be used to purchase special equipment. He invited the community to attend. i CITY MANAGER COMMENTS - City Manager Watenpaugh reminded Council that the Lake has been doing very well and patrol has done an excellent job. He indicated that the Lake has had good attendance and noted that for the week of July 6th through the 11 th the campground had 124 campers and 170 day use patrons. He further noted that at the Boat Launch there were 232 boats launched and 385 personal water craft. He indicated that the quality of the water has been good. j : '1 J . ~ ", CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS None. COMMITTEE REPORTS Councilwoman Brinley announced that the RTA will be presenting a contest for the local Elementary and Junior High children to help RTA with developing and designing their new logo. She noted that there will be several prizes, however the grand prize is the design of the bus pass for the month. She indicated that the Coalition will be meeting July 23, 1999, at the Spaghetti Factory. - ..~ 'I f Councilman Pape reported that the Riverside County Transportation Commission has given preliminary approved to the City of Lake Elsinore for a grant in the amount of$750,000 for traffic signals at Collier/Central and Riverside/Collier. ..~ PAGE FIFTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilman Pape commented on the following: 1. Noted that the sales tax revenue for the City is up and in the last reportable quarter the City had over $821,000 of revenue, which is up 28% over the same period a year ago. He commented that the recession is finally over. 2. Commented on the construction on Lincoln and Riverside Drive and stated that the new signal has been a long time coming, and although the street will be closed for about 40 working days, it will be worth the inconvenience. 3. Noted that the Ford Dealership is in process of building and should be open in November. 4. Announced the groundbreaking of the new Sheriff's Office on Friday. Councilman Schiffner commented on the following: 1. Apologized to the people who were at Lakepoint Park for the All Star Little League Game last Sunday, and noted that there was an unavoidable accident that caused the water to be shut off which caused the closure of the restrooms. He stated that staff did the best that they could under the circumstances and there has been measures to make temporary facilities available, should this type of incident occur agam. ~ ! ..~ 2. Congratulated all the citizens of the community regarding their participation in a fundraiser for Carlynn Fields who has a rare form of bone cancer. He noted that it was held on July 10, at the Lakeshore Drive Golf Expo and a lot of people participated with the proceeds to assist medical costs to the Fields family. 3. He noted that Carlynn Fields is the daughter of the pastor of the 1 st Presbyterian Church ofWildomar and on July 18, 1999 at 6:00 p.m. there will be a musical program fundraiser at the Performing Arts Theater at Temescal Canyon High School. 1 Councilwoman Brinley commented on the following: 1. Thanked TMC, Liberty Group for the great job they did on the 4th of X July Weekend. She highlighted all the activities that occurred and commented that everything was done well. ",I 2. Thanked Pastor Fred Rodriguez and his wonderful choir that performed prior to the Righteous Brothers. She stated that they sounded very professional and got a standing ovation. PAGE SIXTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 . / l 3. Thanked Liberty Group and the Downtown Business Association for their help with the trolley that ran on July 4th. She noted that the route was from the Stadium to Downtown and to the Outlet Center. 4. Offered her condolences to the family of Councilman Frank Parrott of - Beaumont. She stated that he passed away last Sunday and noted that he had served on the R T A Board for the last 10 years. She announced that there would be a public memorial service at 10:30 a.m., July 16, 1999, at the Beaumont Civic Center. 5. Reminded everyone of the pancake breakfast at the Elks Club, sponsored by the Sheriffs Posse. She noted that it will be held on July 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 11 :00 a.m. with a cost of$5. She stated that they will be having a car wash at the same time. .~ 6. Announced the Black Arts and Cultural Club's 13th Annual Homecoming Barbecue/Picnic to be held on July 24, 1999 from 1 :00- 5 :00 p.m. at Yarborough Park. She encouraged everyone to attend. 1 :.j Mayor Pro Tem Metze commented on the following: 1. Recognized Main Street on the 4th of July. He noted that the merchants held a Chili Cook -Off and it was a lot of fun. - 2. Commended Councilman Pape for the news about Collier and Central and noted that he was happy to see that it was moving forward. 3. Commented about the quality of the Lake. 4. Congratulated Mayor Kelley for her award for the Woman of Distinction. He stated that he was very proud of her on behalf of the 1 Council and the entire community since this award was very special. '1 5. Noted that there are still seats available at the Stadium Box Office for :~ the ZZ Top concert. Mayor Kelley commented on the following: 1. Announced that the ZZ Top concert will be at the Diamond Stadium on July 27 and encouraged everyone to attend. 2. WWCW and WWF Wrestling will be at the Stadium this weekend. - 3. Invited the community to attend the Police Station groundbreaking on July 16, 1999, at 9:00 a.m., behind the Community Center. 1 ., :.J PAGE SEVENTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 13, 1999 4. Congratulated everyone on the 4th of July celebrations both downtown and at the Stadium. - 5. Invited the community to attend the Historical Society's Old Fashion Picnic at the City Park on August 7, 1999. 6. Stated that she had received a letter from Tuscany Hills Landscape and Recreation Corporation signed by Mr. Bob Johnson of the Board of Directors, thanking the City for the success of the first Town Hall Meeting. She thanked staff for staying late at the Town Hall Meeting and making presentations. "l CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Leibold announced that there were two items listed on the. Agenda for Closed Session, however Council would not be discussing Item A; but announced that the following would be discussed: b. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION- Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 (1 Case). ~ 1 - THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION AT 8:25 P.M. j. .~ THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 10:24 P.M. WITH NO ACTION TAKEN. ADJOURNMENT - MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 10:24 P.M....:--- .." ~_ ~~ ~- ~/. IE KELLEY, AYOR CITY OF LAKE ELSINO i j, j.. .~ YrEST: ~LJ CKI KASAD, CITY CLERK CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE J