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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-24-1998 City Council MinutesMINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, MARCH 24,1998 '~, ' icka'edeatxxkkk**xkk*xkkotkatie~FeFka'exk9ekdek*kkxkicataFa4a'ekk*k*4ek*xxotat~Y~'ekne*9ckk*'xk CALL TO ORDER The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Pape at 7:09 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilwoman Brinley. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ALONGI, BRINLEY, KELLEY, METZE, PAPE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, City Attorney Leibold, , Community Development Director Brady, Community Services Director ' Sapp, Administrative Services Director Boone, Assistant to the City Manager Best, Finance Manager Magee, City Engineer O'Donnell, Police Chief Walsh, and Deputy City Clerk Bryning. PRESENTATIONS a. Proclamation - Joe Cro~nale. (F:120.1) Mayor Pape read and presented a proclamation to Joe Crognale for his service to the City and dedication to the community and wished him luck in his future retirement. Mr. Crognale thanked Council and staff for the ' recognition. PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEM s ! ' _r Requests were received to address the following items and deferred to those discussions: Item Nos. 32 & Closed Session item c. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS The following item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for further discussion and consideration: PAGE TWO - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 a. Regular City Council Meeting - February 24, 1998. (F:44.4) The following Minutes were received and ordered filed: b. Planning Commission Meeting - March 4, 1998. (F:603) c. Design Review Committee Meeting - March 4, 1998. (F:60.4) 2. Ratified Warrant List for March 13, 1998. (F:123) 3. Rejected and referred the Claim of Michael K. Bibbins - CL # 98-9, to the Claims Administrator for handling. (F:52.2) 4. Approved the proclamation for National Records and Information Management Week, and directed staff to transmit to requestor. (F:122.1) 5. Approved the program revisions for the Korn Memorial Scholarship Program and authorized staff to proceed. (F:56.2) 6. Adopted Resolution No. 98-5 setting the speed limits on Flint Street, Lincoln Street, Minthorn Street and Strickland Avenue. (F:152.1) RESOLUTION NO. 98-5 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE DESIGNATING THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT FOR CERTAIN STREETS. 8. Approved setting a public hearing date of April 14, 1998 for Commercial Project 9-3 and Zone Change 98-2 - Kentuclcy Fried Chicken/Taco Bell. (F:58.2)(X:172.2) BUSINESS ITEMS Item No. 7 MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY UNA1vIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED. 1. The following Minutes were approved: 31 Report on New Librarv. (F:98.1) City Manager Watenpaugh noted that the County is moving forward and Mr. Stahovich of Supervisor Buster's Office would be giving an update and status of the project at the next meeting. PAGE THREE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 32. Economic Development Strate~v. (F:70.1) City Manager Watenpaugh stated that the Council has had several Study Sessions on Economic Strategy, noting that there have been several minar changes on the program; and aslced Assistant to the City Manager Best to address the changes. He further noted that the City has a program for the first time and urged Council to support and adopt this program to be placed in the General Plan to facilitate a strategic plan for future economic development. Assistant to the City Manager Best explained that words have been added into the document to allow monitoring of the project to insure that details do not fall through the cracks. She noted that specific language has been added regarding retail clustering and explained the City's position with regard to that action. She noted that the City does encourage this type of economic development. Mayor Pape recognized Mr. Thomas who requested to address this issue. Tom Thomas, President of the Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of this action and stated that this provides a great ~ opportunity far local businesses to worlc with the City, and the advantage of ~' having outside consultants loolc at the program. He encouraged Council to approve the program for the benefit of the whole City. Councilwoman Brinley asked if the Regional Economic Strategy was included. City Manager Watenpaugh stated that it was. Councilwoman Brinley commented that she does support this program and stated that it insures that our local businesses will thrive; however the point of her question was to include the Region which will affect the economic development of the area. She stated that she supports this project one hundred percent. Mayor Pape noted that the Council has had a Study Session on this project and the City has received a lot of positive press on the issue and he felt that this helps to achieve the projects goal as well. Mayor Pro Tem Kelley commented that what has been evident during the two City Council Study Sessions is that this project generated excitement n and optimism with local businesses. She noted that everyone is excited '~ about the "gardening" effect which will help our local businesses meet their i needs and ultimately attract mare businesses, especially in the higher wage category. She stated that this is of the utmost importance to the City of i Lake Elsinore. She noted that the policy before Council contains elements that encourage partnerships; malce the job of Council easier; encourage , increased communication; and support of existing and new businesses. Mayor Pro Tem Kelley stated that she felt that this policy has it all and PAGE FOUR - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 applauded the hard work of the Economic Development Committee and the Chamber of Commerce. She further stated that she was delighted to support this project and encouraged the other Councilmembers to embrace and ' promote this renewed enthusiasm. ~ Councilman Metze concurred with Councilwoman Brinley and Mayor Pro Tem Kelley. He stated that it is important for the community to know that this is a joint effort with the City of Canyon Lake and both Chambers of , Commerce. He noted that both entities will be striving toward the same ' things, but not duplicating. He expiained that the effort will be made to pull together and he fully supports this effort. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY KELLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY AND DIRECTED STAFF TO IMPLEMENT THE PROCESS. I ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 7. Comnuter Ec~uipment and Software Replacement and U~~rade Request. (F:65.1) City Manager Watenpaugh stated that the computer system and equipment ' in City Hall is outdated and IBM will no longer service it. He asked that Finance Manager Magee give an overview of the status of the computer equipment and her proposal. Finance Manager Magee noted that in 1991, the City purchased it's first in-house computer system and explained that the normal life of a computer , system is 3 to 5 years. She further explained that the computer system and software needs to be upgraded due to changes in the industry. City . Manager Watenpaugh questioned the function of the current AS/400. Finance Manager Magee stated that the AS/400 runs Finance, Business , License, Payroll, Cash Receipts, Code Enforcement, Land Management, ' Building Permits and Planning and Zoning software applications. She noted that the system is so old that IBM will no longer support it and if it goes down the City would have real difficulty restoring the data, if at all. Finance Manager Magee explained that to purchase new software from IBM ' will cost approximately $15,000; and after consulting several technical people it was concluded that to put that amount of money into our current system is not wise. She noted that the best way to proceed is to purchase a new AS/400, which will come with a new operating system and would cost approximately $30,000 and include training, hardware and software. She further noted that the vendor is willing to provide the equipment at their cost to assist the City. City Manager Watenpaugh noted the two different proposals. Finance Manager Magee explained that most of the personal computers are outdated and at least 5 years old. She noted that a chip can be purchased to increase the speed of the computers, however considering PAGE FIVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 the age of the equipment she felt that it would do nothing to extend the total life of the computer itself. Mayor Pape commented on the difference in cost between proposal one and ~ two and noted that there is only about a$15,000 difference between the two ' proposals. He c,larified the one proposal is designed to place a Band-Aid on ~ the system, and the other proposal is for all new equipment. Finance Manager Magee concurred. Mayor Pape noted that for a little extra the City could have equipment that will last another 4 to 6 years. He noted that although staff could "make-do" with the lesser equipment, he suggested that ~ Council consider Proposal No. 1, since he felt that it was a much wiser use of dollars, and amortized over the life of the equipment will be less expensive and more efficient. He further suggested that instead of pulling , the money from the Reserves the City should wait three months and have the equipment delivered to City Hall on July 1 st, to allow this item to be in next year's Fiscal Budget. ~ Councilwoman Brinley clarified that the City would be saving approximately $12,000 a year, since if the City keeps the old system it would require approximately that amount of money for maintenance and replacement. Finance Manager Magee stated that the recommendation for a set-aside for $12,000 a year was to replace and up-grade equipment on a yearly basis. She noted that in the past the City purchased all of the equipment and then did not do much to change it or do preventative maintenance, therefore the $12,000 a year aliotment is to replace and up- grade equipment irrespective of which proposal Council chooses. She stressed the necessity of this action and whether we up-grade existing equipment or purchase new this will still be a necessary step to allocate , funds in the budget each year. Councilwoman Brinley requested , clarification of the use for the money. Finance Manager Magee stated that ~ it would buy equipment and maintenance; and will include copiers, printers, ' etc. Mayor Pro Tem Kelley stated that she lcnows how important the computer , equipment is and staying up with new technology; however at this time she could not in good faith and conscience approve spending money from ~ reserves when it was not done for the Parks or the Fire Station. She noted that she has a difficult time considering this action. She suggested that this item be held until the next budget period and at that time she would gladly ! entertain placing it in the budget. ' i ~ Councilman Metze stated that he concurred with Mayor Pape regarding Proposal No. 1, and aslced if the City can wait until July lst. Finance Manager Magee stated that it has waited for several months while staff was putting these proposals together and things might hold together until July 1, however she is not guaranteeing anything. She suggested the sooner the better since the City's business functions depend on the AS/400. PAGE SIX - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 Councilwoman Brinley stated that at this time she supports Proposal No. 1, however she would like to see this placed in the Fiscal Budget 98/99. Councilman Alongi commented that it always comes down to money and stated that he does not see the difference in doing it now or next Budget Year. He explained that the money in the budget from Fiscal Year 97/98 is going to roll over into Fiscal Year 98/99 and the money will have to come out of the Reserves, no matter when the computers are purchased. He stated that he does not know anyithing about computers, however if staff is telling us that we need computers to conduct business in the City and if it goes down we have a problem, then we are not responding to the need if we do not purchase these items. He noted that the money is going to come from the Reserves anyway, therefore if it's necessary and staff needs the computers, lets get it done before the City has a problem. Mayor Pape noted that it was mentioned that we could move forward and allow staffto enter into a contract and have the equipment delivered on July 1 st, as opposed to ordering on July 1 st, and waiting for delivery. He suggested this as a possibility if Council wishes to speed thing up. Councilman Alongi agreed. Councilwoman Brinley clarified. MOVED BY BRINLEY, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE PROPOSAL NUMBER ONE AT AN ESTIMATED COST OF $98,706 W~TH THE PROGRAM TO BE ORDERED NOW AND IMPLEMENTED JULY 1; AND APPROVED THE $12,000 PER BUDGET YEAR FOR EQUIPMENT UPGRADE AND REPLACEMENT. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 7:34 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 7:38 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON AGENDIZED ITEMS Tom Thomas, President of the Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce, gave an update on the Street Fair and announced that the next one will be held on Sunday, April 5, 1998, opening at 8:00 a.m. He stated that at the last event there were approximately 2,500 people, the vendors were pleased and the businesses downtown did well. He noted that there are 70 vendors signed up for the April Sth, Fair. Chris Hyland 15191 Wavecrest Drive, noted the item on Close Session, item c., Title: Special Projects Director, which caused her concern and asked if this met the criteria of a Closed Session. She stated that she is against using her tax dollar for this position. She further noted that Ron Molendyk is currently serving in this PAGE SEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 7 position and in the last couple of month the City has paid him $22,000. She stated ~ that the former Mayor Gary Washburn, who was the leading proponent of the Diamond Stadium Deal, works as a consultant for TMC and other projects in the City and that was the corporation that built the Diamond. She quoted an article from the newspaper regarding the building and financing of the Stadium. She further stated that she hopes that every person who lives in the City and is a tax payer will call City Hall and voice their opinion in regard to this position. Ms. Hyland stated that the money for this position could have been used to purchase computers and that is something that should not wait. John Seepe, 15631 Half Moon Drive, asked if Government is too intrusive and whether the people pay too many taxes. He expressed concern that the government does not perform it's basic responsibilities effectively; and questioned if Social Security will be around; if Medicare\Medicaid and Welfare are working well. He reminded the Council that the voters in the State of California voted for a term limit and it was up-held and the only thing that was overturned was the Federal limits and that was a three term limit on Congress. He noted that our current Congressman has served three terms and is running for a fourth. He spolce in support of Joe Khoury who is running against Mr. Calvert and gave Mr. Khoury's qualifications for the job. He stated that he hopes that people vote on the qualifications of the individual and their education. Mr. Seepe stated in his opinion the reason why this position has been so quiet is because we've been sending a person who is not qualified. He stressed that people should vote for the person best qualified for the job. Dick Knapp, 17621 Bromley, City Treasurer, questioned the Closed Session item regarding the Special Projects Director who is Ron Molendylc and stated that he hoped that Council was not seriously considering extending his contract. He noted that in review of the Warrant List for this weelc he saw $1,200 going to Mr. Molendyk for Health and Wellness and just two weeks ago there was a payment of $1,100. He further stated that he thought he was on a no-pay consultant type basis. He asked for explanation of the $50,000 given to Rod Gunn far a presentation, when he already gets l% of the $28 million bond that was just issued a few months ago as well as 1% of the $23 million that went a while ago. He asked if the City has a contract with Rod Gunn. He stated that the people should know that Ron Molendyk is looking for another contract; and that Rod Gunn is being paid over and above the loan paclcages they put together. John Hunneman, representing the Californian Newspaper, stated that the Californian would lilce to go on record that they believe item c., on Closed Sessions is an item that should be discussed in Open Session and not in Closed Session. He stated that they feel that discussing the creation of this particular. position in Closed Session would be a violation of the Brown Act. Costa Mestos, President of the Lake Elsinore Teenage Republicans Club, ; informed the audience that they are active in the community. He noted that they ~ will be increasing their attendance to the City Council Meetings and invited any PAGE EIGHT - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 Member of City Council to come to their club and speak. He further noted that they have had several important speakers at their Club Meetings and announced that the Teenage Republican Club will be working for Joe Khoury this weelcend. He noted that Mr. Khoury addressed the Teenage Republicans Club and he was very impressed with this candidate. He stated that there will be a large group of people meeting at Elsinore High School, Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to walk precincts for Mr. Khoury. He invited anyone interested to join them. Mr. Mestos announced that the Lalce Elsinore Teenage Republicans are planning a State Convention here in Lalce Elsinare this year, however it is still in the planning stages. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS City Manager Watenpaugh commented on the following: l. Addressed the commingling of Ron Molendylc with the position of Special Projects Directar. He stated that Ron Molendyk is officially leaving public employment May 1, 1998, and the intent was to try and stipulate whether there was a need for such services; since there is no longer an Assistant City Manager to deal with,projects. He stated that if Council would so desire to withdraw this item from the Agenda, staff has no objections. He stressed that this is not a creation of a position, the action was to discuss whether or not there was a need for such a position. He explained that Mr. Molendylc has been with the City for 13 years and has been very helpful with the transition and stressed that he will be leaving public employment on May 1. He stated that he hoped people would look at the things that Mr. Molendyk has done, opposed to loolcing to try and find problems. He stressed that the City has enough problems and Mr. Molendyk has done a lot of good things. He further stressed that if Council wishes to pull Closed Session item c., from the Agenda, staff has no problem with that action. 2. He explained that Mr, Gunn has been with the City for the last two years helping with the City's Financial Strategy; there has been two bond refundings and the money that was forwarded to Mr. Gunn was contracted for; and the $50,000 that the City fronted will come back to the City either through Series D Bonds or through the next refunding. He noted that this is a cash flow situation. He stressed that Mr. Gunn has put in many hours amounting to almost full time for the City. ' MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 3-2 WITH BRINLEY AND PAPE CASTING THE DISSENTING ' VOTES TO REMOVE ITEM "C" FROM THE CLOSED SESSION SECTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilman Alongi commented on the following: ', PAGE NINE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 1. Stated that he was not going to address the bonds and noted that there is always a cost for doing business. ~ 2. Noted that he was surprised to read in the newspaper about the gardening , program in support of small businesses. He stated that for five and one-half I years he has been saying that Council should take care of local business before taking care of big business in our community. He stated that at that time he suggested low interest loans to assist in keeping them in businesses, however the Council has to have a man with a Doctor's Degree to convince , them that we need to look at small businesses. He further noted an article in the newspaper regarding a Low Income Housing and now all of a sudden Council approves this gardening program that is presented. He noted that this Council and the previous Council have neglected to do any of the items I found under the RDA section of the program and read some of the items found in that section. He noted that the City of Lake Elsinore RDA not only has a$900,000 deficit, but the RDA cannot pay the City of Lalce Elsinore ~ for it's staff time which is an additional $200,000, therefore the RDA is in worse trouble than anyone is saying. 3. Noted an article in the newspaper which headlines "Elsinore Investors O.K. i City's Promises". He addressed the statement that there was no cost to the City in the article, and later on in the article stated that the City is going to give the developer tax incentives. He noted that this will be done either through a bond or discount on fees, however this will cost something. I 4. Noted the article in the paper that commended Councilman Metze for his recognition of the need for more aggressive Watershed Management and his ' call for a Study Session. Councilman Alongi stated that he conducted a special test which went from the Lake in Lake Elsinore to the EVMWD Sewer Plant which is next to the San Jacinto River. He noted that they measured the water that is being discharge from the Canyon Lake Golf Gourse and the reclaiined water that went down the San Jacinto River to the Lake. He suggested that a program should be designed that can be taken to ! the Federal Government to assist the people who are dumping into our Lalce and there was not a line of that in the paper, however Councilman Metze ~ mentions the subject one time and gets a whole column. ! 5. Noted the article in the Sun Tribune regarding the use of economic gardening approach to encourage the growth of s~all businesses. He stated , that he has been telling the City this for years and it has not been supported, however now we have someone with a Doctorate presenting this and i everyone is jumping on the bandwagon. He stated "what a jolce". He further stated that we had the people right here to provide the taxes and they did not have to be given to Wai-Mart ar anybody, since they were already ~ here. 6. Commented on the article in the paper with the statement by Gary ~ PAGE TEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 Washburn that if he had to do it again, he would do it all over again; that to put this community in the position that it is in and to put this Council in the position that it is in, and he would do it all over again. Councilman Alongi stated that was pretty stupid as far as he was concerned, not to mention irresponsible. He noted that is why this City is so "up in arms" about what is happening to our tax dollars, due to actions like this. 7. Commented that the Council has talked about the `City can't afford this and that'. He noted that when Council says those things, as a Council, we should be watching every dime and nickel and dollar that the City has. He stated that he does not see any reason why the Redevelopment Chairperson had to go to Sacramento about a Lake problem. He further noted that it is not a Redevelopment Agency problem and the money that is against the Lake comes from City Bonds and no inoney was taken from the RDA to put in the Lalce. He further noted that the Lake has nothing to do with removing blight; RDA funds cannot be used to maintain the Lake; RDA funds cannot be used for police patrol, therefore why was it necessary far her to go. Councilman Alongi stated that Senator Haynes requested the Mayor, RDA Chair, City Manager and the Lake Supervisor attend, however he is not paying the bill, the taxpayer is. He stressed that it was not necessary for all four people to go to Sacramento to get the money back for the Lake and stated that the Mayor and City Manager are qualified enough to handle this issue and it does not require all four people. He noted that if the City had the money and all the services in place, he would not complain, however we do not and if there is no money to provide fire services or as other vital services, then we do not have the money far excess travel. He stressed that Council needs to tighten up their belts as weil. 8. Commented that the City will be audited on the Bonds, and stated that he hopes that they do a thorough job. 9. Stated that every person on Council, whether he agrees with them or not, worked hard and spent money as weil as friends money to be elected because every Councilmember felt they had something to give to the community. He stressed that when they vote it is for what is good for the community and not what is good for themselves or someone else. He stressed that he does not like entities such as the Out Let Center, Mr. Chen, or members of the Chamber of Commerce pressuring people on Council to vote for what the hell they want them to vote. He stated that Council is not up here to vote the way they want them to vote, the Council is there to vote for the community. The City Manager is hired by Council and does not need to be pushed by outside interests. 10. Stated that he felt that the Police Department had more important things to do than to drive behind a street sweeper. He noted that it is necessary to cite people who violate the Ordinance, however he does not feel that it is necessary to take a CSO Officer ar a sworn Officer and specifically put PAGE ELEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24, 1998 them behind a sweeper. He stated that to him that is a waste of tax dollars. He further noted that there are plenty of things going on in the City that can be taken care of and periodically `a unit can do a sweep and cite the persons that do not move their cars. 11. Commented on two letters that were sent to Assembiyman Tom Torlakson from Mayor Pape and RDA Chairwoman Brinley and read their letters of opposition. He noted that two years ago he opposed allowing a vote of 50% + 1 for the vote on assessments and received a lot of criticism far his stand. He asked why we are against people voting to tax themselves; why are we against people having the right to vote if they want their properties mortgaged. He stated that if the City wanted to set up a Redevelopment Area then the people shouid have the right to vote on it. He stressed that the City has not spent one dime of the $70 or $80 million invested in RDA on Low Income Housing; not one dime for small businesses, except the small loans on Main Street; or any infrastructure in those areas that the RDA money was taken from. He noted that the money was pulled from those areas for the ball field and yet those people have nothing. Councilman Alongi stated that the City has done nothing but break the RDA and drain the General Fund. He stated that he wrote his own letter and told him exactly what was going on in the City of Lake Elsinore and emphasized that we should be voting on the RDA. He stated that if these people cannot be trusted with such a beautiful tool to worlc with, then it should be taken away. 12. Noted a letter that he received and stated that if the City is going to enforce Ordinances and Conditions of Approval, then we need to do it for everyone and not because we lilce the business or not like the business. He noted that the letter was regarding a particular business in town that was trying to do some entertainment and the condition to the business at the time of approval stated that there shall be no live entertainment etc., yet the City has a business on Main Street that every weelcend has live music, Karaoke and live entertainment. He noted that he does not have a license for that, yet the City allows this, however when another business person wants to do the same thing, then the City opposes this. He stated that we do not enforce the Ordinances equally among all people in the community. I 13. Noted a letter from the City Manager to Council regarding a complaint. He suggested that the person has not been in this City long enough to complain and when she knows the problems of the community, then she can send her complaint in. He noted that he has been aslced why he spends thousands of dollars protecting a ~ $300 a month j ob. He stated that it is because of the letters he receiues in thanlcs for his service and support of the people; therefore he will spend his i thousands defending his position because as long as people appreciate what he is doing, he will keep doing it, no matter what the ~ PAGE TWELVE- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 14. District Attorney has to say in the newspaper. He stated that he will have to win his case in court and not in the newspapers. 15. Noted that he brought a tax bill that addressed the Fire Station that he spoke of at the last meeting and stated that the taxes are $3,266 on a$140,000 house. He further noted the total assessments on the property are $1,702.62 and of that $1,615.04 are direct assessments going to CFD 88-3. He stressed that those people are paying for that Fire Station and they are siill paying for it through those assessments. 16. He stated that he has never despised anyone in his life, however there is one gentleman on the dias that he does, the others he puts up with. He stated that he has been sitting on the dias for six and one-half years and it is not a coincidence that he has never been called to lead in the salute of the American Flag and aslced if they wondered why he gets ticked of£ He stated that he served his time in the Marines and the Vietnam War and put 14 months in a 4 x 4 x 6 box. He stated that they couldn't break him then and this Council, the District Attorney and the County of Riverside won't break him either. He stressed that he just wanted to bring it to his attention. He stated that he calls on everybody and his brother, but not him. 17. He stated that those are the facts and the others will try and tell you something else, however he suggested that the residents get off their Sicilian asses and go to City Hall and look up the facts for themselves. Councilman Metze commented on the following: 1. Announced that on Saturday, March 28, 1998, the Chamber of Commerce is having a Monte Carlo Night and encouraged everyone to attend. 2. Announced that tomorrow night; March 25, 1998, there will be a ball game with The Storm vs The Angels, bar rain. 3. Addressed Mr. Seepe's comments and stated that through all of history there has always been term limits and that is called an election. 4. Commented that in his opinion there is no comparison between a sleazy bar versus Chuckles Java Junction. Councilwoman Brinley commented on the following: 1. Asked City Manager Watenpaugh to address the audit of the Bonds. City Manager Watenpaugh stated that the City received a letter from the State Auditor Controller requesting copies of some specific audit documents relating to the City's audits for our Bond Measures and our Bond issues. He noted that those documents have been forwarded baclc to them and we have heard nothing back from them at this time. Administrative Services _-__ _ - _ _ _ _ ~ PAGE THIRTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 Director Boone stated that the documents requested were the financial statements of the Bond issues. Councilwoman Brinley clarified that the City of Lake Elsinore is not the only city going through this. City Manager Watenpaugh concurred, and stated that the City of Lalce Elsinore has responded to all questions from the State Auditor Controllers Office and will continue to do so. He noted that he will be reporting back to Council with any updates. 2. Asked the City Attorney to address the question of violations of the Brown , Act in regard to Close Session c. City Attorney Leibold stated that the item has been pulled and will not be discussed tonight in Closed Session and ' clarified that it was not an issue with respect to an individual employee; was not proposed to be a discussion to create a position; but rather an analysis of whether or not the e~sting position is one that should be maintained, continued, or filled in any capacity. She noted that the Brown Act does ~ permit the City Council to meet in Closed Session to discuss employment I issues. She further noted that she has citations if they are needed. Councilwoman Brinley stated that she felt that City Attorney Leibold would not allow Council to meet on anything that was in violation of the Brown Act. 3. Addressed the issue regarding the Redevelopment Agency Housing ' Element. She stated that in December this issue was addressed. She explained that the City is in the process of review of the Housing Element and Contracts entered into by the RDA. She noted that these issues take a , considerable amount of time £or review and due to the process required for ~ the TMC Contract, the review of the Housing Element and RDA Contracts is talcing that much longer, however it is in process and is being addressed. Councilwoman Brinley stated that as RDA Chairwoman she has requested that in April, on a Saturday at approximately 10:00 a.m., that a presentation be made by,Mr. Gunn regarding the Bonds to give the public the opportunity to gain information and participate in the workshop. She noted ~~ that City Attorney Leibold's bacl~ground is Redevelopment Law and she was a featured speaker at the CRA Seminar in Long Beach. Councilwoman Brinley stated that there will be a public notice in the press as well as an ' announcement on Channel3 regarding this meeting. 4. Stated that as Chairwoman of the RDA, she was invited by Senator Haynes to Sacramento. She noted that the reason she felt it was important to attend ', , was due to fact that the Redevelopinent Agency has projects located near or on the Lake and the situation regarding the Lake has a direct impact on the Redevelopment Agency. She stressed that the Lake is the one of the major Economic Engines of this community and she felt it was important for her to be involved to encourage the development of tourism. She announced that today the Bill was presented to the Committee, where it died. She further stressed that Senatar Haynes Office, Mayor Pape and herself will continue to keep worlcing towards getting money for the Lake and to work PAGE FOURTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 ~ toward up- stream mitigation and everyone on Council has talked about up- stream mitigation. She stated that one of the possible solutions is to form a task force to involve our Sister C'ities upstream, the County Supervisars, the Assemblymen and Congressman. She stressed that it is important to keep our environmental assets safe. She thanked Councilman Metze for bringing the issue forward. 5. Commented that last Wednesday she participated in a program, "Principal for a Day" at David Brown Middle School. She stated that it was a wonderful experience and commended Principal Vicki Webber for all of her hard worlc to make David Brown Middle School such a successful learning institution. She noted that the students do watch City Council Meetings and the students have strong opinions. She further noted that her son is a teacher at David Brown and for one day she was his boss and stressed what a nice experience it was. 6. Encouraged everyone in the community to attend Casino Night, March 28th, at 7:00 p.m. and reiterated that it is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. She stated that it is $15.00 a couple and will be held at the Diamond Club and should be a lot of fun. 7. Stated that the Circus is coming to town on April 18th, and noted that it is one day only and encouraged everyone to attend. 8. Noted that the last Open Air Market was a success and encouraged everyone to attend the next Market and have a good time. ', Mayor Pro Tem Kelley commented on the following: 1. Clarified the issue of iive entertainment and noted that the City received a letter from ABC notifying the City that a local business in the four corners area had requested previous exemptions including, but not limited to live entertainment, live dancers, topless entertainment and live music being , lifted from their license. She noted that the City was asked to respond to that request. She stated that her r.esponse was to leave the conditions in ' place. 2. Announced that there is a Chamber Mixer this Thursday and asked where it ' would be. Chamber President Tom Thomas stated that it will be combined with the Monte Carlo Night. 3. Announced that the Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held Apri14, 1998, at the Outlet Center from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Mayor Pape commented on the following: 1. Reviewed all of the previously announced activities, and encouraged \ ' PAGE FIFTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 everyone to enjoy the activities. j 2. Commented on the Jet Ski Races sponsored by the Arizona Aqua Club and , announced that they will be baclc on May 23, 1998. 3. Announced that on June 27th and 28th, the International Wake Board, Knee , Board and Air Chair Competition in the Inlet Channel and encouraged everyone to put this on their calendar. 4. Commented on the Study Session that is currently being organized which ~ will include representatives from the entire 820 square mile watershed area that flows into Lake Elsinore. He noted that this will include the Cities of ~i Hemet, San Jacinto, Canyon Lake and Moreno Valley, as well as representatives from the Dairy Industry, and County. He stated that the topic of the Study Session will be what is happening to the Lalce and stressing the fact that the actions that are occurring miles away do and will affect the water quality of the Lalce. He stressed that this will start the education process and allow the different community leaders to be informed and help solve the problem. 5. Wished Happy Birthday to the City of Lalce Elsinore. He stated that the City of Lake Elsinore will be celebrating it's 110th Birthday on April 9th and noted that we were incorporated in 1888. ~ CLOSED SESSION ; ~ a. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government.Code ~ectie~ ~ ~ 54957) Title: City Manager. b. Public Employee Performance Eyaluation (Government Code Section 54957) Title: City Attorney. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO CLOSED SESSION AT 8:24 P.M. I THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 9:26 P.M. WITH NO I ACTION TAKEN. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL PAGE SIXTEEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - MARCH 24,1998 MEETING AT 9:26 P.M. ~ v W. PA~'F~MAYOR OF LAKE ELSINORE Respectfuliy submitted, . ` Adria L. Bryn' g, Depu City CI lc ATTE~i: -- ~_-._ V~(~'KI K~ti.A',~, CITY CLERK