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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-09-1995 City Council Study Session MINUTES CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 130 SOUTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA - THURSDAY, KARCH 9, 1995 ***************************************************************** CALL TO ORDER The ci ty Council study Session was called to order by Mayor Washburn at 8:40 a.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge ~-:: 1..11egianc:~ \'lc.~: led by Tim Hodges. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILKEMBERS: ALONGI, BENDER, PAPE, WASHBURN ABSENT: COUNCILKEMBERS: BRINLEY Also present were: City Manager Molendyk, Assistant City Manager Rogers, Administrative Services Director Boone, City Planner Leslie, Building & Safety Manager Russell , Community Services Director Sapp, Engineering Manager O'Donnell (representing Public Services Director), Manager of Special Projects Watenpaugh and City Clerk Kasad. -- DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Report on Disaster Preoaredness Plan Uodate. (F:74.1) City Manager Molendyk introduced Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Moreland and Division Chief Wright. He explained that the City contributes with four other citiE::s to the Emergency Preparedness Coordinator position. He further explained that due to recent changes the entire city staff will need to be trained in this area. He noted that at present preparations have been made for the rain storms anticipated this week and detailed the concerns in the Gunnerson/Riverside area. He advised that the Lake level was prese~ltly 1257' and the Flood Control District would be concE::rned if an amount over 3" of rain is received from this series of storms. He further advised that both Hemet and Canyon Lake dams are overflowing, so any additional rain will ultimately impact the Lake. Mary Moreland, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, noted that efforts have been underway for approximately five years to remain prepared for any disaster. She further noted that the plan must be updated every five years and was updated in 1991. She explained the recent legislation in this area and detailed t'hp ~t-~nn~rn Rm~rN~...ro" M::O"'::ONomon+- Cu~+-om IC'C'UC\ co...._ PAGE TWO - STUDY SESSION MINUTES - KARCH 9, 1995 Mayor Washburn requested clarification of the resolutions to be adopted, and the process for declaring an emergency and obtaining equipment and other resources. Ms. Moreland explained the process and the response at the County level. She clarified that the first step is to draw on local resources. Mayor Washburn requested confirmation that the City has the ability to make emergency decisions. Ms. Moreland confirmed. - City Manager Molendyk clarified that the City can declare a local emergency, but until the State declares an emergency, there is no reason to do so. Ms. Moreland clarified that the State declaration is still in place from the January storms, however the Federal declaration has expired. She stressed that generally the majority of the reimbursement comes from the Federal Government. Mayor Washburn noted the 1980 Floods and indicated that there was an obscure law at that time which allowed FEMA to acquire inundated properties. He inquired whether this law was still in existence. Ms. Moreland indicated that she was not aware of the law, but it could have been another source in support of FEMA. city Manager Molendyk commented that the big difference with the new legislation is the increased level of training required for all employees. Mayor Washburn inquired whether the release of public information is detailed in the plan. Ms. Moreland confirmed and advised that there is an entire section regarding the dissemination of public information. - Mayor Pro Tem Bender requested clarification of the chain of command and the impact of a local declaration on upper tiers of the system. Ms. Moreland indicated that a local declaration must only show a serious threat; and it provides certain rights and abilities to respond. She explained that the emergency can be declared by the ci ty Manager, wi th ratification by the City council; and if not renewed, the declaration expires in 14 days. Mayor Pro T~m Bender questioned the notification process to upper tier governmental agencies. Ms. Moreland explained that most situations are regional in nature and the County would be the conduit for further communication, requests for assistance and equipment. City Manager Molendyk commented on the 1993 declaration and clarified that in most cases the Council would be aware immediately and communication with the regional office will follow. Ms. Moreland further clarified that in the case of a regional event such as an earthquake, the County would declare to include all the impacted areas. PAGE THREE - STUDY SESSION MINUTES - KARCR 9, 1995 _. Sheriff Captain Boyd indicated that they are bringing in resources to assist with this storm as well. He noted that their biggest concern is people going around barricades. Ms. Moreland noted that this problem has been strongly impacted by media coverage. 2. ReDort on UDcominq School Bond Issue. (F:142.1) Dr. vick Knight, School Boardmember, introduced Tim Hodges and Ken Young and noted the Ballot Measure of School Bond Issuance which will appear on the June ballot. He detailed the improvements to be made with this $34 million in proposed funding, to include significant improvements at Temescal Canyon High School and Elsinore Middle School, as well as minor improvements at several other facilities. He detailed the current size of the district, the number of schools, and the drop-out rate which is lower than the rate for the County overall. He advised that approval of the Measure will result in a per household assessment of between $34 and $40, with $40 being the maximum cap. Councilman Pape inquired whether this would be a 30 year bond. Dr. Knight confirmed. Councilman Pape inquired what improvements will be built with the funding. _. Mayor Pro Tem Bender suggested that if $40 is the maximum cap, that should be stated in the promotional materials. Ken Young clarified that the tax rate applied will actually be about 31.6 cents per $100,000 in assessed valuation; with the average valuation for the district being $119,000. Mr. Bender reiterated that it would be helpful to include the maximum cap in the presentation material. Councilman Alongi indicated that he has a p...-oblem with rl-.e assessment because it is placed on all resid~nts c~ually wh_n not all residents have children in scho.,I.'Dr. Knight concurred that this is a dilemma, but stress~j providing €~ual education for all students. Mr. Youn~' c(')nCllJ.. _ ,j, but stressed the limited number of funding mech(.'lisl'\s allowed by the State. He suggested that it might be app:o~-.iate to seek new legislation to allow more options. Mayor Washburn noted that the public does not believe that Proposition 13 is creating a funding problem; and there needs to be an emphasis on getting that word out. He inquired what happened to the money anticipated from the Lottery. Dr. Knight indicated that they receive 3% from the Lottery Fund. He also noted the District's attempts to provide additional areas of education with the magnet schools and their performing arts. - city Manager Molendyk inquired whether the improvements at the Middle School would include hiaher standards for the arounds PAGE FOUR - STUDY SESSION MINUTES - KARCH 9, 1995 councilman Pape inquired whether the 50% from the state would be used to pay down the debt of the bonds. Mr. Young indicated that was a possibility, but not likely, but the District would pursue the best option. Dr. Knight noted that two additional school sites have already been acquired. councilman Alongi inquired what happens to the School Fees paid by developers. Mr. Young indicated that with the 30% relocatable classrooms, these fees are used to pay the rental -- on those buildings. councilman Pape questioned the percentage of votes required for passage of the ballot measure. Dr. Knight indicated that it would require 2/3rds of the votes cast to pass. Mr. Young stressed the impact of increasing enrollment in all of the District schools. Mayor Pro Tem Bender questioned the enrollment at the two high schools. Mr. Young indicated that Temescal Canyon High School has enrollment of approximately 1,500 and Elsinore High School has approximately 1,600 to 1,700. Mayor Washburn wished the School District representatives well in their endeavor. Dr. Knight stressed that they are accumulating information and any input is greatly appreciated. ADJOURNMENT The Study Session was adjourned at GAR~iA .J:d2~YOR CIT~ ~E ELSINORE --- a.m. ~.BST: "V , O~~ VICKI l~DAD, CI~Y CLERK CITY .OF LAKE ElSINORE