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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-28-1992 City Council MinutesMINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 545 CHANEY STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, JULY 28, 1992 *********************************************************************~********* CALL TO ORDER The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Washburn at 7:02 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by City Attorney Harper. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: ALONGI, CHERVENY, DOMINGUEZ, WINKLER, WASHBURN ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Also present were: City Manager Molendyk, Assistant City Manager Rogers, City Attorney Harper, Administrative Services Director Boone, Community Development Manager Shear, City Planner Christen, Community Services Manager Sapp, Public Services Director Tecca, Special Projects Coordinator Basham, City Treasurer Pape and City Clerk Kasad. PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIpLS A Presentations = Outqoina Plannina Commissioners. (F:60.2) Mayor Washburn called outgoing Planning Commissioner Albert Wilsey forward and commended him for his service to the Community. He thanked Mr. Wilsey for his committmerit,to the City's future and presented him with a City Tile Plaque. Mr. Wilsey thanked the Cou.ncil for the opportunity to serve as a Planning Commissioner and wished his wife a happy 30th anniversary on July 29th. Commissioner Bill Saathoff was not present for presentation. C Presentations = Julv 4th Car Show Volunteers. (F:151.1) Mayor Washburn called forward Mr. Gilbert Nieto and Mr. Arthur Golden. He advised that these gentlemen had given much of themselves to make the July 4th Car Show a success. He commented that this year's event had drawn 152 entries, a 60% increase over last year. He commended and thanked them for their work and presented each with a Certificate of Appreciation. Mayor Washburn also read the following list of persons who also assisted with the Car Show: Mr. Rick Warner, DBA President; Steve Seifert; Mike Fellows and Jim Duty. D Presentation = Senior Citizens Chili Cook-off Chairman. (F:144.1) Mayor Washburn called Mr. Rick Kunstel forward and commented on the work involved in planning the Chili Cook-off. He thanked Mr. Kunstel for his work on this event and presented him with a Certificate of Appreciation. Mr. Kunstel thanked the City for this recognition and advised that he will also be chairing the event for next year. Stan Palmquist, lst Vice President, Golden Spectrum, commented on this year's Chili Cook-off and commended Mr. Kunstel for his efforts. He presented Mr. Kunstel with a plaque of recognition on behalf of Golden Spectrum. PAGE TWO - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 B. Presentation = Outpoina Golden Spectrum Chairman. (F:144.2) Mayor Washburn called Mr. Will Buck forward and commented on his efforts to make Golden Spectrum an asset to the City. He presented him with a Certificate of Appreciation for his efforts since Golden Spectrum's inception. Stan Palmquist, representing Golden Spectrum, commented on Mr. Buck's work with Golden Spectrum since the organization was formed in 1987. He presented Mr. Buck with a plaque of recognition and thanked him for his dedication to the Senior Citizens of the City of Lake Elsinore. PUBLIC COMMENTS = AGENDIZED ITEMS Requests were received to address Items 2 and 52 of this agenda. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilman Alongi requested that Item #10 regarding Stop Signs on High Street from the July 14th City Council agenda be placed on this agenda as Item #23. He further commented that he intended to pull this item and refer it to the Public Works Committee for review. The following items were pulled from the Consent Calendar for further discussion and consideration: Item Nos. 2, 3, 6, 8, 10-18, 19, 20, 22.c. and 23. MOVED BY DOMINGUEZ, SECONDED BY CHERVENY 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 - July 14, 1992. (F:44.4) 4. Adopted Resolution No. 92-54 confirming the Change in City Council Meeting Location as previously approved. (F:44.1) RESOLUTION N0. 92-54 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE TIME AND PLACE Of REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS. 5. Approved Agreement with 888 Development Company for Future Fire Station Site Maintenance. (F:68.1) 7. Approved Agreement for Reallocation of 16th Year Community Development Block Grant Funds to the Yarborough Park Project. (.F:84.2)(X:114.8) 9. Awarded Contract for Grand Avenue/Lincoln Street - Landscape and Streetscape in Community Facilities District 88-3 to Lambaren Constructors, Inc. in the amount of $626,359.71. (F:22.3) 21. Approved Purchase of koadway Right-of-way - Torn Ranch Property for Grand Avenue Alignment South of Lakeshore Drive and Robb Road Intersection and authorized execution of appropriate documentation. (F:132.1) 22. Approved Public Hearing Date of August 11, 1992, for the following:~ a. Tentative Parcel Map 27033 and Zone Change 91-7 - Mola Development Corporation. (F:110.2)(X:ll2.2) ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR 2. L.E.A.F. Animal Control Activitv Re ort = June. 1992. (F:18.2) Mayor Washburn advised that he had one request to address this item and PAGE THREE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 invited Mr. Bill Starkey to speak. Bill Starkey, 17360 Ryan Street, thanked Council for the opportunity to speak and advised that he was present as a member of the LEAF Board of Directors, and on behalf of Willa Bagwell. He detailed plans for an International Society for Animal Rights event to be held on August 22nd. He explained that there would be a candlelight vigil to recognize the plight of homeless animals. He further requested that the City Council approve the plans to use City Park and proceed up the sidewalks of Main Strpet for this event. Councilman Alongi commented on the $3 per animal cost for euthanization and the other uses for this money. Ne detailed the statistics of animals turned in by owners, impoundments and euthanization and highlighted the reduction in dog bites and impoundments. He stressed the need for the public to be aware and help reduce the statistics. MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY DOMINGUEZ AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO RECEIVE AND ORDER fILED THE LEAF ANIMAL CONTROL ACTIVITY REPORT FOR JUNE, 1992. 3. Warrant List = Julv 15, 1992. (F:12.3) Councilwoman Cherveny commented on the warrants listed to the Keith Company and explained that all of these charges relate to Community Facilities District 88-3. MOVED BY CHERVENY, SECONED BY DOMINGUEZ AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO RATIFY THE WARRANT LIST AS PRESENTED. 6. Lease of Buildina at 108 Librarv for Office S ace. (F:68.1) Councilman Alongi advised that he pulled this item because he does not see specifics regarding the improvements to be made by the tenant and suggested that this be included so the tenant is aware of the requirements. He requested verbiage be included that Mr. Vasquez is aware of the requirements and agrees to them. City Attorney Harper suggested that this item be pulled and return at the next meeting with the building having been inspected. MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY CHERVENY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO CONTINUE THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT MEETING TO ALLOW FOR INSPECTION OF THE BUILDING. 8. Vendinp Machines at Citv Facilities. (F:68.1)(X:50.1) Councilman Winkler explained that he had no problem with placing vending machines in buildings, but did have a concern with placing them at parks because of their appearance and the potential for vandalism. Mayor Washburn inquired whether there are adequate power outlets available at the park sites. City Manager Molendyk advised that there is no power at several of the parks, but there had been no master plan to provide for vending machines at the park sites. He further advised that it was his understanding that the intent was to provide vending machines at the Community Center on a trial basis. Councilman Winkler stated that he had no problem with vending machines at City Hall, the Senior Center or the Chamber of Commerce, in addition to the Community Center. Councilman Dominguez stated that he had no problem with vending machines as long as they were in enclosed places in a supervised environment. He also clarified that he felt it should be on a trail basis at the Community Center and then if the City Hall wants to use them, they can request placement of machines there and at other facilities. MOVED BY WINKLER, SECONDED BY DOMINGUEZ AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO PAGE FOUR - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 AUTHORIZE STAFF TO ARRANGE FOR VENDING MACHINES AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER ON A TRIAL BASIS. 10. Chanae Order No. 1 for the Phase II Trunk Sewers in Machado Street. LeGave Street. Soissons Street. Lincoln Street & Terra Cotta Street = Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3) Councilwoman Cherveny advised that her comments would address items 10 through 18 all at once. She commented on her first meetings and her concerns with change orders and questioned whether the bids are adequately presented. She expressed concern with the adequacy of the bid process. Public Services Director Tecca explained that a portion of these items are Notices of Completion and the change orders are based on a number of factors. He offered Mr. Pete Savello to answer specific questions. MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER N0. 1 FOR RIVERSIDE PIPELINE, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $95,161. 11. Chanae Order No. 2 for Storm Drain Channel. Line "B-1" Sta e 2Z Phase II,_ Storm Drainaae Improvements = Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3) MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER N0. 2 FOR BONADIMAN-McCAIN, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,099.54. 12. Chanae Order No. 4 for Robb Road Booster Pumo Station Imorovements on Oranpe Grove ~_ Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3) MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER N0. 4 FOR S.C. ENGINEERING, IN THE AMOUNT Of $6,352.30. 13. Chanae Order No. 5 for the A=2 Li_ft Station on Wisconsin Street - Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3) - MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER N0. 5 FOR P.R. BURKE CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $28,722.19. 14. Chanae Order No. 5 for Storm Drain Lines "C" &"C-1" Cast in Place Concrete Pi e Phase I Storm Drain Imnrovements = Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3) MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER N0. 5 FOR FLOYD JOHNSTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $42,350.00. 15. Chanae Order No. 8 for Storm Drain Lines "C" &"C-1" Pre Cast Pi e Only) Phase I Storm Drainape Imorovements and LeGave Street Water Line Relocation = Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3) MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER N0. 8 FOR UTAH PACIFIC CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $37,700.00. 16. Notice of Completion for the 16" Rice Canvon Water Transmission Line, _ Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3)(X:132.1) MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSFNTING VOTE TO ACCEPT THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION. 17. Notice of Comnletion for Trunk Sewers Phase I A=2 Sewer Lift Station on Wisconsin Street = Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3)(X:132.1) MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE Of 4 TO 1 WITH CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO ACCEPT THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION. PAGE FIVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 18. Notice of Comoletion for Storm Drain Line "C" &"C-1" Cast in Place Concrete Pi e Phase I Storm Drainaqe Improvements - Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3)(X:132.1) MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 4 TO 1 WITH CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO ACCEPT THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION. 19. Notice of Completion for Storm Drain Line "C" &"C-1" Pre-Cast Pipe Only) Phase I Storm Drainaae Improvements & the LeGave Street Water Line Relocation = Communitv Facilities District 88-3. (F:22.3)(X:132.1) City Manager Molendyk advised that work is still pending on this item and it should be pulled from this agenda. MOVED BY WINKLER, SECONDED BY ALONGI AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO REMOVE THIS ITEM FROM THE AGENDA. 20. Consolidation of Future Citv Council Elections. (F:72.1) City Manager Molendyk explained that a General Municipal Election is held every two years at a cost of approximately $23,000 per election. He further explained that the City Treasurer Pape is proposing that the City reduce the cost by consolidating with another existing election. Mr. Molendyk also explained that most of the other cities in Riverside County have consolidated with other elections and seen considerable savings. City Treasurer Pape explained that he saw this as an opportunity for the City to save money by consolidating with the June election which would extend the current terms of office by six to eight weeks and other than that it would have no impact, but would save the City approximately $12,000 every other year. Councilman Winkler explained although it is a good way to save $12,000, however he is concerned that when an election is combined the voters tend - to loose focus. He f.urther explained that an April election focuses on the City related iss,ues and the City candidates. He suggested that the persons who vote in the April election are lA0% interested in the City and its issues. Councilman Winkler stated that he would prefer to keep the April election to continue to keep the voter focused on the City. Councilman Alongi concurred with Councilman Winkler and explained that as the City grows and develops it will be even more important to focus on City issues. Mayor Washburn stated that he felt that there would not be a notable difference in the focus of the voter. There was general discussion in regard to voter turn-out and interest in issues at the local level versus the state or county issues. Councilman Dominguez advised that the Gity tried the November eleciton time several years ago and went back to the April election to maintain voter focus. Mayor Washburn stated that consolidation is a good way to save money and that is an issued the Council needs to address and be aware of. MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY CHERVENY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO RECEIVE AND ORDER FILED THE REPORT REGARDING CONSOLIDATION OF FUTURE CITY COUNCII ELECTIONS. 22. Set Public Nearina Date of Au,qust 11,, 1992, for the followinp: b. Recoverv of Expenditures _ Nuisance Abatement at 260 White Oak _ AP #379-410-009-3. (F:32.4) Councilwoman Cherveny requested that this notice be corrected to PAGE SIX - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 reflect the new location for City Council Meetings. MOVED BY DOMINGUEZ, SECONDED BY CHERVENY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE HEARING DATE OF AUGUST 11, 1992, WITH THE NOTICE CORRECTED TO SET THE LOCATION FOR 31315 CHANEY STREET AT THE ELSINORE VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT BOARD ROOM. 22. Set Public Hearinq Date of Auaust 11,, 1992, for the followina: c. Determination of "Vicious" Doq at 32480 Racquet Club ~. (F:18.1) Councilman Alongi requested input from the City Attorney as to the ability to speed this process up. He commented on the difficulty in handling and maintaining this dog in the animal shelter. City Attorney Harper advised that there is not much time which can be saved in this process. He explained the notification requirements and~detailed the alternate possibility of going through the Courts. He further explained the owner's "due process" requirements. MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY CHERVENY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE PUBLIC HEARING DATE OF AUGUST 11, 1992. 23. Resolution No. 92-52 Establishina Various StOp Control Intersections on Hiqh Street Item #10 from the Julv 14,_ 1992 Citv Council A enda . (F:162.2) Councilman Alongi questioned the necessity of Stop signs on High Street and requested that this item be referred to the Public Works Committee for review. MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY CHERVENY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO REFER THIS ITEM TO THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE FOR REVIEW. PUBLIC HEARINGS 31. Recoverv of Expenditures _ Nuisance Abatement at 998 Parkwav - AP #373-185-034. (F:32.4) - - City Manager Molendyk detailed this item. The City Clerk reported no written comments or protests. Mayor Washburn opened the public hearing at 8:00 p.m., asking those persons interested in this item to speak. Hearing no one, the public hearing was closed at 8:01 p.m. MOVED BY CHERVENY, SECONDED BY ALONGI AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO CONFIRM THE COST Of THE ABATEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR TO PLACE A SPECIAL ASSESSMEN-i AND/OR LIEN ON THE PROPERTY TO RECOVER ALL RELATED COSTS AND INTEREST ACCRUED THEREON. 32. Recoverv of Expenditures = Nuisance Abatement at 835 Robin Drive - AP #379-174-001. (F:32.4) - - City Manager Molendyk explained this item. The City Clerk reported no written comments or protests Mayor Washburn opened the public hearing at 8:03 p.m., asking those persons interested in this item to speak. Hearing no one, the public hearing was closed at 8:04 p.m. MOVED BY CHERVENY, SECOND~D BY ALONGI AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO CONFIRM THE COST OF THE ABATEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR TO PLACE A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND/OR LIEN ON THE PROPERTY TO RECOVER ALL RELATED COSTS AND INTEREST ACCRUEU THEREON. PAGE SEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 33. Recoverv of Expenditures = Nuisance Abatement at 166 N. Terra Cotta Road. (F:32.4) - City Manager Molendyk highlighted this item. The City Clerk reportEd no written comments or protests. Mayor Washburn opened the public hearing at 8:04 p.m., asking those persons interested in this ite.n to speak. Hearing no one, the public hearing was closed at 8:05 p.m. MOVED BY CHERVENY, SECONDED BY ALONGI AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO CONFIRM THE COST OF THE ABATEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR TO PLACE A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND/OR LIEN ON THE PROPERTY TO RECOVER ALL RELATED COSTS AND INTEREST ACCRUED THEREON. 34. Approval of Final Source Reduction and Recvclinq Element SRRE Household Hazardous Waste Element HHWE and the related Environmental Neaative Declaration = Resolution No. 92-55. (F:163.1) City Manager Molendyk highlighted this item. Special Projects Coordinator Basham explained the procedural steps which have occurred to date and the finalization of this process bringing the City into compTiance with AB 939. He advised that one written comment was received and has been incorporated as explained in the copy presented to Council individually. He further advised that under the City's contract with CR & R, the City is guaranteed compliance with the requirements of AB 939. Councilwoman Cherveny inquired whether CR &,~ had received a copy of this document for review. Valerie Bonner, representing Kleinfelder, advised that CR & R had received the prior documents for review, but not this final document. She further advised that the changes to the document had been minimal. City Attorney Harper clarified the procedure for this matter which involves two separate public hearings. Mayor Washburn opened the public hearing on ihe SRRE & HHWE at 8:10 p.m., asking those persons interested in this matter to speak. The following person spoke: Laurie Tulstrup, resid~nt of Woodcrest Drive, detailed her recent experience with a situation of Household Hazardous Waste and the problems it had caused her. Sh: explained that she had been evicted, etc. with no agency addressing the ~umping itself. She expressed concern with the taxpayers continually aaying for new programs. She also suggested that she should have received more support in this ma.tter from the City and the City Council. Mayor Washburn comment~d on the proposed program and the public education to be included in that program. The public hearing for input on the SRRE & H1-tJE was closed at 8:15 p.m. - Mayor Washburn opened ~he public hearing on the Negative Declaration at 8:16 p.m., asking those persons interested in this item to speak. Hearing no one, the public hea^ing was closed at 8:1: p.m. MOVED BY CHERVENY, SECONDF~) BY DOMINGUEZ AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADOPT RESOLUTION N0. 92-55 APPRCJING THE FINAL SRRE AND FINAL HHWE: RESOLUTION N0. 92-55 A RESOLUTION OF THE CIfY COUNCIL OF THE CIYT OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CITY SOURCE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING ELEMENT (SRRE) AND HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ELEMENT (HHWE). PAGE EIGHT - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 MOVED BY CHERVENY, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION AS PRESENTED; AND DIRECT STAFF TO INCORPORATE THE COMMENTS RECEIVED AT THIS MEETING WITH ALL OTHER COMMENTS RECEIVED DURING THE PUBLIC REVEIW PERIOD WHICH CLOSES ON JULY 28, 1992, AND AUTHORIZE THE SUBMITTAL OF THE FINAL SRRE, FINAL HHWE, AND THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION TO THE COUNTY WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT. 35. Public Hearinp for Fiscal Year 1992-93 Citvwide Liahtina and Landscapinp Maintenance District = Resolution No. 92-56. (F:22.2) City Manager Molendyk explained this item. The City Clerk reported one written protest from Mrs. Barbara Gordon, which was also distributed to Council for reference. Mayor Washburn opened the public hearing at 8:18 p.m., asking those persons interested in this item to speak. Hearing no one, the public hearing was closed at 8:19 p.m. MOVED BY DOMINGUEZ, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 3 TO 2 WITH ALONGI AND CHERVENY CASTING THE DISSENTING VOTE TO ADOPT RESOLUTION N0. 92-56. RESOLUTION N0. 92-56 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING A DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT AND PROVIDING FOR TH EFORMATION AND ANNUAL ASSESSMENT LEVY OF A CLTY-WIDE LANDSCAPING AND STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT. BUSINESS ITEMS 51. Business License Apolication = Wa ne's Weiner Wa4on _ to be located at Builders Emoorium. 322.41 Mission Trail. (F:34.1) City Manager Molendyk detailed this item and advised that all fees have been paid by the applicant and they have obtained approvals from the County Health Department. MOVED BY DOMINGUEZ, SECONDED BY WINKLER TO APPROVE THIS APPLICATION. Councilwoman Cherveny requested a picture of the cart to be used. Administrative Services Director Boone provided a photo. Councilwoman Cherveny inquired whether this would be an annual permit process. Mayor Pro Tem Dominguez confirmed that it would be. Councilwoman Cherveny also questioned the availability of electrical, trash enclosures, etc. Councilman Alongi questioned the ability to handle this type of request through the Planning Uepartment since it is on private property. He suggested that City Council consideration might not be appropriate. Mayor Washburn suggest.ed a change to the Ordinance may be necessary. THE FOREGOING MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE. 52. Downtown Securitv. (F:127.2) City Manager Molendyk explained that the the merchants from the downtown area have approached the City in regard to an increase in burglaries and vandalism and it is being suggested that private security be placed on Main - Street between the hours of 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. seven days a week. He further explained that private security was provided on Main Street by the Redevelopment Agency to protect the construction area and during that time there was a noticeable decrease in vandalism. Mr. Molendyk suggested that Council meet in a study session with staff and Captain Daniel to consider this issue; or authorize staff to enter into a contract for services. PAGE NINE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 Councilwoman Cherveny advised that the City has now been divided into nine districts and it appears that there has been no more crime in the downtown area than there has been in the rest of the City. She explained that if the City allocates special funds for a certain area then the other areas should also be considered. The problems are not only in the downtown area. She suggested a study session before any allocation of funds occurs. Councilman Dominguez commented that there are major problems on the east side of town, which create the burglary and vandalism problems. Councilwoman Cherveny stated that that problem is not confined to the downtown area, but is at Brookstone Center and T& S Center as well. She stressed that this is not just a downtown problem. Mayor Washburn clarified that during the construction of the downtown area there was private security and it did act as a deterrant to crime in the downtown area. Captain Daniel detai.led statistics for January to May, 1991 versus the same period in 1992 which show an increase in some crimes and a decrease in others. He advised that there was not much difference in the comparison. He clarified the area included in these statistics which is not just the Main Street area, but also from Chaney to Ellis to include all the downtown area. Councilwoman Cherveny asked when the two new officers will be starting. Captain Daniel stated that it is in the process. Councilman Alongi inquired what functions the two new will have. Captain Daniel stated that they would be on the streets. City Manager Molendyk explained that this is figured on an hourly basis. He also explained that this will add to the City's enforcement quality. Councilman Winkler asked Captain Daniel if the Sheriff's Department had any contact with the, security at the Outlet Center and if there were any other commercial centers using private security. Captain Daniel confirmed that the Sheriff's Department does work with the security at the Outlet Center and to his knowledge there is no other center using private security. Rick Warner, Vice President of Orange Credit Service, 109 S. Main Street, commented that security is very important to the downtown area and that the Sheriff's Department cannot provide the level of patrol necessary. He further state that if the City does go to a contract security service that they will get the most of the money spent. If an assessment of the local business owners is considered he requested that Council meet with them first. Councilman Winkler asked what procedure the City would use to form an assessment area. City Attorney Harper explained that this would be like setting up a lighitng and landscaping district. He further explained that this does not preclude the businesses from contracting for security services on a private basis. Councilman Alongi advised that he is not specifically concerned with the - downtown area, but rather in all areas where there is a need for patrol officers for security services provided by the City, at a lower cost to assist the Sheriff's Department. He further suggested something like a Lake Elsinore Security Patrol to assist in problem areas and report to the Sheriff's Department. There was general discussion in regard to law enforcement provided by the budget and the idea of additional patrol and the related city wide problems if private security patrol were to be provided for specified areas. PAGE TEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 Councilman Winkler explained that the City has an obligation to do the best that it can with the money that is available. He suggested that homeowners should install burglar alarms to provide increased security; businesses install commercial burglar alarms, and in some cases contract their own security services. He suggested that this matter also be discussed at a study session and/or the Downtown Business Association can set up an assessment through the City to accommodate their needs for security. Councilwoman Cherveny explained that Public Safety is the main reason she ran for Council and it is important that there be a fair and equal distribtion of services throughout the City. Councilman Dominguez questioned the money in the Downtown Business Association account owed to the City and whether it could be used for security patrol purposes. City Attorney Harper explained that with those funds, if it is a legitimate purpose of the district, the D.B.A. with the permission of Council, could contract directly with a security service. Councilman Winkler asked if the City would have to approve the contracting of security service by the D.B.A. City Attorney Harper clarified that there is a requirement that the City Council approve the budget for the expenditure of those tax funds. Councilman Dominguez asked if the City was responsible for the funds held by the D.B.A. City Attorney Harper advised that the City is responsible for the approval of the distribution of funds. Councilman Winkler expressed his concern with problems on Joy Street and his concern that Council is not givi.ng enough attention to the rest of the City and other problem areas. Councilman Alongi stated that the Council needs to look at all alternatives to protect the community and not just the downtown area. He further stated that using a security service would be a good temporary answer. MOVED BY CHERVENY, SECONDED BY WINKLER AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO TABLE THE DOWNTOWN SECURITY ITEM TO BE DISCUSSED AT THE STUDY SESSION TO BE HELD ON AUGUST 13, 1992. 53. Second Readin4 = Ordinance No. 934 _ relatina to the S ecial Events Permit Process. (F:151.1) MOVED BY WASHBURN, SECONDED BY DOMINGUEZ TO ADOPT ORDINANCE N0. 934: ORDINANCE N0. 934 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ESTABLISHING THE SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT PROCESS. UPON THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ALONGI, CHERVENY, DOMINGUEZ, WINKLER, WASHBURN NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE PUBLIC COMMENTS _ NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS Leon Strigotte, 216 Chaney Street, advised that he was representing a group of concerned citizens and business people from the Community; who are in support of Councilmembers Dominguez, Washburn and Winkler and will be serving notices of intent to recall on Councilmembers Alongi and Cherveny. PAGE ELEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 Rick Warner, President of the Downtown Business Association, commented on the success of the downtown revitalization project and the recent recinding of the two hour parking restriction on Main Street. He presented a survey of available parking spaces during a one week period and urged the City Council to reconsider this action and replace the parking restrictions. Bob Houts, 32946 Rose Avenue, representing the Southshore Homeowners Association, advised that he has been addressing Council since April and requested that the City Council consider writing a letter of support for the property owners launching rights. Peter Dawson, also representing the Southshore Homeowners Association, concurred with Mr. Houts' comments. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS City Manager Molendyk advised that a list of scheduled study session is out and requested that the City Council calendar the appropriate dates. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilwoman Cherveny expressed concern with issues where 90% of the affected people want something and the City Council votes against it. She requested that the two hour parking on Main Street issue be calendared for reconsideration at the next City Council Meeting. She stressed the concerns of the area business people. Councilwoman Cherveny requested clarification of the Brown Act particularly with regard to a majority vote of the City Council for reconsideration. City Attorney Harper clarified that reconsideration matters are listed on the agenda and if a majority vote for reconsideration is received, then the item is reconsidered. He further clarified that this is strictly a policy issue based on existing Council policies. Councilwoman Cherveny addressed the earlier comments of Ms. Tulstrup and stressed the need to provide adequate enforcement for this important issue. Councilwoman Cherveny thanked the School Board for their willingness to provide the current Council Meeting facility in the past; and commented on the move to the new Water District facility. Councilwoman Cherveny also commented briefly on the recall discussed by Mr. Strigotte. Councilman Winkler stressed the need to involve County residents in the pending transfer of the Lake. Councilman Winkler commented on the recent request that the Mayor resign which was covered in the local newspapers; and expressed concern that the thanks from the County residents was not mentioned in the same newspapers. Councilman Winkler commended Mr. Rick Warner for his demeanor and decorum in presenting his comments to the City Council. He commented that it is a welcome change from some of the volatile approaches seen from others. Councilman Winkler further commented on the 90% petition signed by D.B.A. for the provision of security and parking issues. He questioned the underlying disputes downtown and expressed concern with the intensity of the conflicts. He also commented that he is not sure taxpayer money should be used to address these problems. He suggested that this parking issue be addressed at an upcoming study session. He also commented on the concerns in the Joy/Machado area and encouraged staff to proceed with the Downtown East Assessment District. Councilman Alongi commented on his announcement at the last Council Meeting that the Publlic Works Committee is seeking input on needed street, curb, sidewalks, etc. improvements. He advised that he has received two letters on this matter from Mr. Johnson on Zieglinde and from Mr. Holland, which will be addressed by the Public Works Committee. Councilman Alongi also commen~~d on the concerns previously addressed by Mr. Walker on Joy Street and advised that she has been invited to the next Public Safety Committee Meeting. He requested a study session to address Vendors and ways their approval process c~uld be stepped up. He advised that Grand Avenue problems are still being reviewed. PAGE TWELVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - JULY 28, 1992 Councilman Alongi also commented on the two hour parking issue and advised that he sees no problem with allowing it. He further commented on the Recall matter and stressed the public's right to recall. He expressed concern that the street sweeping parking restrictions are not being enforced and the streets are not being properly swept. He requested scheduling of a D.B.A. Study Session to address the concerns raised here. Mayor Pro Tem Dominguez concurred that he is ready for a Study Session. Mayor Washburn announced the King Videocable will be showing a program on the July 4th festivities, which will air on August 4th at 6:30 p.m.; August 6th at 6:30 p.m. and August Sth at 12:30 p.m. Mayor Washburn commented on his opportunity to meet with the residents of Case Street in the County area regarding future potential for annexation and problems such as prostitution, drugs, buildings which should be abated, etc. He further commented on the potential that a contractual agreement could be worked out with the County to provide assistance with Nuisance and Structures Abatement Programs. Mayor Pro Tem Dominguez further commented on this meeting and stressed the neighborhood approach to dealing with this type of problems. Mayor Washburn announced that there will be a City Hall Open House on October 2, 1992 from 1 to 4 p.m. and a Public Safety Open House in May of 1993 to include Police and Fire facilities. Mayor Washburn commented on the Lake negotiations and planning efforts which face the Community in the near future and advised that he would be forming a Lake Advisory Committee with the following members: Peter Dawson, Nick Nash, Bill Starkey, Kevin Pape, Mr. Satter, A1 Wilsey and Irvin Palmer. He explained that this Committee will provide input and consider lake related issues. City Attorney Harper advised that he would need a Clos,ed Session to discuss pending litigation with Outdoor Media Group and other matters of potential litigation. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 9:45 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 11:06 P.M. CLOSED SESSION THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO A JOINT CLOSED SESSION WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO DISCUSS THE LITIGATION MATTERS DETAILED ABOVE AT 11:06 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 11:45 P.M. NO ACTION TAKEN. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY ALONGI, SECONDED BY DOMINGUEZ AN CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 11:4 P.M. ~~ ~~ ~~~~ GARY WASHB RN,~AYOR CITY 0 LAKE ELSINORE AT EST: ~~a2i--~~~.~ VICKI h;ASAiI, CITY ~LERK CITY OF LAKE ELSIP~ORE