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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-08-1998 City Council MinutesMINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1998 k�kkxk *1:xx *aF de: k aFki;k>:xkxr.kJ:r.:@�'e�'er.x:F k9c i:kxis r. :F *kxx *x r. :2 �'e x'xkx' aF a'e x' at *�F a'e 9e at �F atk kk CALL TO ORDER The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Pape at 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tern Kelley. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ALONGI, KELLEY, PAPE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: BRINLEY, METZE Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, City Attorney Leibold, Administrative Services Director Boone, Community Development Director Brady, Community Services Director Sapp, Fire Chief Seabert, Police Chief Walsh and City Clerk Kasad. INVOCATION The Invocation was provided by Pastor Martin Boyd, representing Lakeview Chapel. PRESENTATION A. Presentation - RickxWeston. (17:56.1) Mayor Pape noted that Mr. Weston could not be present due to his first meeting on the State School Board, and indicated that the presentation would be postponed until he could be present. PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS A request was received to address item #32 of this agenda and deferred to that discussion. CONSENT CALENDAR MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY ALONGI AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED. PAGE TWO - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 8, 1998 1. The following Minutes were approved: a. Regular City Council Meeting - August 25, 1998. (F:44.4) The following Minutes were received and ordered filed: b. Planning Commission Meeting - August 5, 1998. (F:60.3) C. Design Review Committee Meeting - August 5, 1998. (F:60.4) 2. Ratified Warrant List for August 31, 1998. (F:12.3) 3. Accepted Demolition Bid of Vision's West for 283 North Main Street. (F:32.4) 31. Voting Delegate - League of California Cities Annual Conference. (F:108.8) MOVED BY PAPE, SECONDED BY ALONGI AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPOINT MAYOR PRO TEM KELLEY AS THE VOTING DELEGATE FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN LONG BEACH. 32. Main Street Parking. (F:112.1) Mayor Pape noted the previously held Study Session on this topic. City Manager Watenpaugh outlined the Council discussion and direction to staff. He indicated that staff met with a group of seven Main Street business representatives of diverse opinions with regard to parking solutions. He noted that the meeting and discussion was very positive, with the largest issue being where the employees of downtown businesses should park. He further noted that it was the consensus of the business people to monitor themselves, assisted by higher Police visibility in the area. He advised that efforts were underway to reestablish the bicycle patrol team, order new parking signs for Main Street to direct people to parking lots, and solicit volunteers for parking lot control. He further advised that surveillance cameras are being researched for use in public parking lots, and follow -up information will be provided when available. He noted that Mr. Zwiefel who had attended the merchants' meeting was present for comment. Rick Zwiefel indicated that his comments had been covered by Mr. Watenpaugh. Mayor Pape noted that this item was intended as an update on the progress to date. Mayor Pro Tern Kelley indicated that the study session was very productive and she was glad to see the progress. PAGE THREE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 8, 1998 City Manager Watenpaugh added that the merchants indicated that they would be willing to provide staff to assist with any surveillance efforts. He expressed appreciation to the merchants for their willingness to be part of the solution. MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY ALONGI AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND FILE THIS REPORT. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 7:09 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 7:12 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON - AGENDIZED ITEMS Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest Drive, noted that she just returned from Arizona to a number of FAXes with rumors and questions, and asked those questions of the Council as follow: 1) Is it true that meters for ,gas and lights at the Stadium were never X changed over to TMC; and is the City strapped with the bill? 2) Rumor has it that the developers of Tuscany Hills and TMC have been promised the next fire station. She questioned if this was true and noted that the West End station is already funded. She suggested that the residents could file with LAFCO for a succession from the City into a COI, or recall the "big four ". CITY MANAGER COMMENTS City Manager Watenpaugh responded to the questions posed by Mrs. Hyland. He indicated that the meters have been transferred to the Lakeside Sports Group, although there is still some question with the gas meter, which is in the process of being corrected. He also indicated that he is not aware of any commitment for a fire station in Tuscany Hills. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS City Attorney Leibold report that there would be no need for the listed Closed Session discussion. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Mayor Pro Tern Kelley commented on the following: 1) Commended City staff on the opening of the Campground over the weekend. She noted that it was full on Saturday evening when she participated in Visions and Views. She stressed that the facility was full on the first weekend. PAGE FOUR - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 8, 1998 2) Expressed "Get Well" wishes to Councilwoman Brinley. Councilman Alongi commented on the following: 1) Echoed "Get Well" wishes to Councilwoman Brinley. 2) Noted that he was at an architect's office and was bombarded by questions about the entrance to the new library. He indicated that a lot of money was spend to design the bank to draw people to the entrance and he was not sure why the new entrance was in the back, or why there were "cheap" signs on the building. He stressed his concern with the closure of the front of the building. 3) Indicated he was at the campground and was very happy to see it open. He noted that he would be discussing a couple of items with the City Manager. 4) Advised that he went to an RDA seminar and was questioned as to why the City sends people to seminars in Monterey. He stressed the volume of material covered in a day and a half regarding RDA and indicated it was a lot of work. He indicated that he goes to the seminars because he enjoys learning and increasing his experience and knowledge of what the RDA can do. He noted that there is still the potential to make millions for the community. He commented that the money invested in informing the Councilmembers is beneficial. He listed legislation pertaining to RDA which is currently pending and stressed the importance of attending seminars and keeping informed of changes. 5) Noted that the City gives proclamations to a lot of people and noted two people lost from the community who never received one, being Jess Rodriguez and Hilda Barnhart. He stressed the dedication and love for the Community shown by Mr. Rodriguez and encouraged the Mayor to present Mr. Rodriguez's family with recognition. 6) Advised that he goes to trial on the 14 ". He commented that this is a wonderful country with a great judicial system to protect those accused of crimes. He indicated that the Grand Jury is not interested in the truth, only information, and they work directly for the District Attorney; suggesting that this is a lousy system. He indicated that he will exercise every one of his rights allowed by the Constitution. He expressed concern with comments that he would not be present at the next meeting, and indicated that he will still be on the Council in 1999 and run again in 1999. He indicated that he will not allow a judge or jury to remove him without a fight. He expressed thanks to God that he could afford to fight for his seat, so he could honor his family and leave no debts when he leaves the world. He suggested that interested parties call him at home if they want to know what will happen. E -CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 8,1998 Mayor Pape commented on the following: 1) Noted the campground opening and indicated that it was good to see it back open with a lot of people enjoying it. He noted the efforts by Eagle Scout candidates and expressed appreciation for their assistance. 2) Indicated that the Library entrance is in the back of the building to meet ADA requirements for a wheelchair ramp. He noted the iron gated area in the front was designed as a patio area and will be used that way in the future. City Manager Watenpaugh noted that the downtown business representatives had requested that people attending meetings at the Cultural Center, park in the lot across the street instead of in front of the businesses on the street. CLOSED SESSION A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision ( c ) of Section 54956.9) - 1 case. As previously noted, City Attorney Leibold indicated that there was no need for the above listed discussion. ADJOURNMENT THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 7:25 P.M. VIN W. PAPE, MAYOR CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ATTEST: .VICKI;KASAD, CITY CLERK C ITY'OF LAKE ELSINORE