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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-06-1994 Special City Council/RDA Meeting MINUTES SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL/ REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1994 ................................................................. CALL TO ORDER The Special Joint City council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting was called to order by Mayor Washburn at 8:35 a.m. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILKEMBERS/BOARDMEMBERS: ALONGI, BENDER, BRINLEY, WASHBURN ABSENT: COUNCILKEMBERS/BOARDMEMBERS: PAPE (Arrived at 8:42 a.m. ) Also present were: City Manager/Executive Director Molendyk, Assistant city Manager/Assistant Executive Director Rogers, Administrative Services Director Boone, City Planner Leslie, community Services Director Sapp, Public Services Director Tecca, Manager of Special Projects watenpaugh, special Projects Coordinator Wood and City Clerk/Clerk of the Board Kasad. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Lake Patrol. (F:162.2) (X:92.1) City Manager/Executive Director Molendyk pointed out that the staff report deals with the responsibility for enforcement on the Lake, consistent with the agreement for transfer of the Lake. He noted prior discussions with the Sheriff's Department and a more costly proposal for enforcement. He further noted that after additional discussion, it is now suggested that this program be established under the proposed Sergeant to include major special events and functions at the Stadium. - Councilman/Boardmember Alongi questioned the costs in the memo distributed at this meeting versus the staff report costs. Manager of Special Projects Watenpaugh clarified the staff report and noted that the figures were a projection for fiscal year 1994-95. He further clarified that the requested direction would be for Council to authorize negotiation of a contract with the Sheriff's Department. Councilman/Boardmember Alongi requested clarification that the requested consideration is to proceed with negotiations and not approval of the costs presented. City Manager/Executive Director Molendyk clarified that in general we are working one year behind with the County for contract costs. He indicated that for the most part the figures presented are current costs; but further clarified that the requested action would be for approval of a Sergeant to begin investigation of the needs. He further indicated that a minor percentage change is likely. COUNCILMAN/CHAIRMAN PAPE ARRIVED AT 8:42 A.M. PAGE TWO - SPECIAL JOINT MEETING - DECEMBER 6, 1994 Administrative Services Director Boone indicated that it is anticipated that there will be a 3.3% increase at a future date. City Manager/Executive Director Molendyk noted that in general the County requests a 10 month notice for hiring of additional staff. He clarified that the intent of this item would be to authorize him to place an order for the Sergeant. __ Councilman/Boardmember Alongi questioned the balance in the Lake account. Administrative Services Director Boone indicated that at the beginning of the fiscal year it was a little over 1/2 a million dollars. Manager of Special Projects Watenpaugh clarified the budget and funds available to cover this position. Councilman/Boardmember Alongi inquired whether the City takes over from the State in June. Mr. Watenpaugh indicated that the City assumes 1/2 of the responsibility on January 1 and the balance of the responsibility in October. Mr. Alongi indicated that he would not mind approving this action for six months, but would like to see a complete plan of what will be done on the Lake and what services this dollar amount would supply. Mr. Watenpaugh explained that the Sheriff would ultimately handle the full responsibility for Lake regulation; including citing for alcohol, hazardous activity, shoreline violations, and City and State Lake regulations. He further explained that the City will be receiving two patrol boats from the State, which are currently being refurbished. The first pontoon boat will be transferred as soon as it is refurbished; and the other will be transferred in October with the balance of the responsibility. He advised that staff will -" be working on the overall program, hours of service, etc. Councilman/Boardmember Alongi expressed concern for the level of service and what type of patrol would be provided; would it be more that the State provided or less. He stressed his concern for knowing the actual level of service to be provided for the money. Mayor /Boardmember Washburn noted that the level would probably be flexible depending on the season. City Manager/Executive Director Molendyk clarified that as proposed, the special services unit would be a year round resource and the levels will vary. Captain Yankee noted the prior proposal of nearly 1/2 million dollars for a year; and explained that this was felt to be too much expense for the City and possibly too much coverage for the existing level of activity in the community. He further noted recent review of the proposal and discussion of expanding it to include special events and the Stadium. He expressed concern for finding out what will provide the best service to the Community, the most cost eff iciently . He noted that the new proposal will look at the use of reserves, level of service required and the least expensive way to provide it. He stressed that the Sergeant position requested would be authorized to review the current situation and develop the best approach to enforcement wi thin reasonable cost parameters. He indicated that the overall program is not presently available for distribution because not all of the .... PAGE THREE - SPECIAL JOINT MEETING - DECEMBER 6, 1994 - factors are known. He expressed concern with the limitation and matching required by the Clinton Crime bill and speculated on possible reductions in the matching requirements. He noted that the proposed position would help the department know what is happening wi th that program and know how and when to respond to availability of funds. City Manager/Executive Director Molendyk clarified the proposed use of personnel and the Sergeant's direction to find the best approaches based on what is happening presently. Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chairman Bender concurred that it is important to move forward on the Lake and expressed understanding of the multi-faceted approach being considered. He supported use of the Lake budget for this approach and suggested that this would provide the leadership to stimulate a reserve program and get work underway. Mayor/Boardmember Washburn inquired whether this would maintain the depth of services such as the search and rescue unit. captain Yankee indicated that it would, and noted that the level of service would most likely expand. He further noted that the difference would be that there would be negotiation for a complete police package. Mayor/Boardmember Washburn commented that this will be breaking new ground for the Sheriff's Department as they have not done this type of enforcement. captain Yankee indicated that they have done patrol on the Colorado River and previously on Salton Sea. He noted that this will be a unique opportunity for the department. Mayor/Boardmember Washburn noted that during the peak season the unit will be working out of the old State Park facility. captain Yankee confirmed and noted that they have surveyed the facility and find it to be adequate, and noted the possible use of the mobile office currently at the Sheriff's station, for more strategic placement of the equipment such as quad- runners, etc. councilman/Chairman Pape inquired whether the Community Service Officers are able to write citations. captain Yankee confirmed that they are able to write citations and noted that the only difference is an additional certificate for the ability to enforce on the water. Councilman/Chairman Pape noted the ability to cut costs by the use of C. S .0. ' s over regular deputies. Captain Yankee concurred, but noted the intent to first reduce costs through use of reserves. He noted that this is a way to plant a seed and allow for growth as it is needed. Mr. Pape concurred with the emphasis on the reserves. - Councilwoman/Boardmember Brinley indicated that she would also like to see an overall plan, when it is available. Captain Yankee commented that at present he is not able to provide the staff time to make a quali ty analysis and the Sergeant position would better be able to review the situation. He indicated the review should take approximately two months, once the Sergeant is in place. He noted that he would not anticipate any additional costs this fiscal year. PAGE FOUR - SPECIAL JOINT MEETING - DECEMBER 6, 1994 Councilman/Boardmember Alongi thanked Captain Yankee for his approach to this item, and expressed concern that Council is not approving enough coverage. He concurred with hiring a Sergeant to study the program and return with costs. He stressed the need for determining a way to breakdown the costs associated with the Lake versus special events or the Stadium. Captain Yankee compared this discussion to his concerns for the ability of the parking enforcement program to pay for _ itself and provide a surplus. He noted that he needs to get a handle on the actual costs and the revenues they generate. He stressed that this is part of the reason for the proposed additional position. Councilman/Boardmember Alongi commented that the City events are expanding and getting more diff icul t to handle. He stressed the importance of determining what costs the City should be paying on behalf of its residents and what costs someone else should be paying. City Manager/Executive Director Molendyk indicated that the report back to Council can address the necessary policies, revenue generation and a fair split between the activities. Captain Yankee noted the issues of lake development, launch fees, etc. which will be discussed in upcoming months and noted that this position can be of material assistance to this discussion. MOVED BY BENDER, SECONDED BY BRINLEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE LETTER OF INTENT TO EXPAND CONTRACT SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO MEET AND NEGOTIATE WITH THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT FOR A SPECIAL SERVICES UNIT SERGEANT. -- PUBLIC HEARING 2. RedeveloDment and (F:134.1) (X:87.1) Housinq Implementation Plans. city Manager/Executive Director Molendyk noted that these plans are a requirement of recently approved Assembly Bill 1290, and explained that they state the goals and objectives of the Redevelopment Agency and its project areas. He further noted that this document can be adjusted within the stated period of the plan. City Planner Leslie explained the five year plans for Redevelopment Implementation and Housing Implementation; and clarified that it is also required that the plans look at a 10 year period as well. He further explained that the plans are required as a document for public review to show the goals and objectives for housing and redevelopment. He also noted that the plans are not required to be filed with the State or approved by the state, however it is preferable that they be in compliance with the adopted housing element. He also explained the set aside requirements for low and moderate income housing and commented that while the City does not set aside funds for this purpose the goals have consistently be met through requirements on new projects. ...., Mayor/Boardmember Washburn opened the public hearing at 9:17 a.m., asking those persons interested in this item to speak. The following people spoke: PAGE FIVE - SPECIAL JOINT MEETING - DECEMBER 6, 1994 - Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest, questioned why this public hearing was being held at 8:30 a.m. when the public could not attend. She noted redevelopment efforts underway in Northern California. She stressed that many people moved to Lake Elsinore to find affordable housing, and expressed concern that the meetings are not held at a time they could attend. Ace Vallejos, 15231 Cobre, indicated that he owns a low income house in the city and feels that low income housing is necessary. He further indicated that he does not agree with discussing this issue at an early morning meeting. He questioned the use. of monies on new housing rather than on rehabili tat ion of existing housing. He indicated that he also does not agree with assisting big business; and noted that the funds should have been invested in houses already in the city. Mayor/Boardmember Washburn closed the public hearing at 9:20 a.m. Councilman/Chairman Pape requested clarification that the requested action is not to adopt the Housing Element package, but only the plan presented. City Planner Leslie confirmed that this was correct, as the Housing Element would come back separately. He clarified that these plans are required to be adopted by December 31st, for the five year plan. MOVED BY BENDER, SECONDED BY BRINLEY TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. RDA 94-12. Councilman/Boardmember Alongi indicated that he was disturbed to read this report and know that there will be no funds available for low income housing from 1995 to 1999. He expressed surprise that when he constantly hears that there is enough housing in the low, low to moderate range. He questioned the relationship of Mr. Castaneda to the City and expressed concern with staff comments to the newspaper. He noted the Council policy regarding press releases and expressed concern with the misleading comments made by staff to the paper. He expressed a moral obligation to use the tax dollars to the best use for the community. He indicated that the plans as presented are no more that bureaucratic double talk, which does nothing for low income housing. He indicated that this only served to prove the irresponsibility of the previous Council. councilwoman/Boardmember Brinley called for the question. Councilman/Boardmember Alongi continued that this document proves the irresponsibility of the previous and present Councils. - Mayor/Boardmember Washburn stated that Councilman Alongi is a minority voice of the Council and indicated that he feels the Council is going in the right direction because he continues to receive only positive comments that the Council is meeting the needs of the community. THE FOREGOING MOTION CARRIED BY A UNANIMOUS VOTE. Councilwoman/Boardmember Brinley inquired whether the notices PAGE SIX - SPECIAL JOINT MEETING - DECEMBER 6, 1994 of this meeting were properly posted and published. City Clerk/Clerk of the Board Kasad confirmed that they were posted and published in a timely manner. City Planner Leslie confirmed that this notice was published and posted 30 days prior to this meeting. ADJOURNMENT THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY ADJOURNED AT 9:25 A.M. J% ~j4l! MAYOR CITY 6i LAKE ELSINORE - COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT ~CY MEETING WAS / EVIN W. PA E, CHAIRMAN EDEVELOPMENT AGENCY {~kJ CLERK I CLERK OF THE BOARD .-. --