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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-26-1991 City Council MinutesMINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 545 CHANEY STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1991 *************************~****************,t***,t***,t*************** CALL TO ORDER The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Washburn at 7:A0 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Washburn. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBER5: BUCK, DOMINGUEZ, STARKEY, WINKLER, WASHBURN ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Also present were: City Manager Molendyk, Assistant City Manager Rogers, City Attorney Harper, Administrative Services Director Boone, Community Services Director Watenpaugh, Public Services Director Tecca, Community Development Manager Shear and City Clerk Kasad. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Rick Zwiefel, North Main Street Antique Mall expressed his concern regarding the treatment of local business persons and the favoritism shown to some and not to others. He further clarified I~ his position by pointing out discrepancies in oonditions on his ' business and then a business opening which will have the things which he was told he could not have. He further questioned the hot dog stand on Main and Graham which was provided electricity by Redevelopment Agency Funds. Marilyn Allen of 1411 Honeyhill Drive, Walnut, explained the problems that the owners of pets at Angels Rest Pet Cemetery and asked that Council enforce the conditions that were placed upon the cemetery at the time it was developed. Mayor Washburn stated that the cemetery is a private owned and maintained operation and that it is not owned by the public. PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIALS A. Presentation = Innovative Citv of the Year. (F:108.9)(X:56.1) City Manager Molendyk explained the application and judging process for this award and commented that this was the City's second award in the three year history of the program. Mayor Pro Tem Starkey detailed the Maxi-Com watering system and Landscape Guidelines Program which won the award. He also presented slides showing the equipment and results of the program. Councilman Dominguez requested information on how the City was chosen. City Manager Molendyk explained that all of the applications were judged by people from Ventura County who were not advised of the cities involved; only the programs were detailed. PAGE TWO - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - NOVEMBER 26, 1991 B. Presentation = We-Tib Participation. (F:127.2) Captain Reynolds addressed Council and stated that the Sheriff's Department initiated a reward program in regard to the 18 homicides that have occurred from Riverside down to the San Diego County Line. We Tip has agreed to work with the City of Lake Elsinore and Riverside County Sheriff's Department to implement a reward program where up to $11,000 will be awarded to any individual who comes forward with information to resolve these crimes. The Sheriff's Department will continue to have the task forces working along with the other agencies to solve this problem. Mr. Bostat, representing WeTip, explained the the use of weTip has improved the opportunity for success of solving major crimes which is a true benefit to any municipal government. He further stated that he has posters which can be given to the business people to post and encourage the success of the program. The reason WeTip works is beoause information can be given without fear of retribution because the person remains anonymous. The involvement of WeTip in this reward program is only an extension of the services offered on a general basis. He further stated that he hoped that this would bring success to end the current major problem. Mayor Washburn inquired how calls are processed. Mr. Bostat stated that the person calls the tip line and the first thing that the operator says is that this is a tip line do not give your name. The operator does not want the name of the caller and there has never been a betrayal of the caller who provides the information. During the course of the conversation the tipper will be asked if they might be willing to talk to the investigator on the case. They will then give the caller the number to call the investigator. At the end of the conversation the caller will be given a code number and a code name. If the crime leads to arrest and conviction that person calls back to WeTip with their code name and number and the Board of Directors, which meets once a month, and establish the amount of reward based on law enforcement's rating of the tip. Mayor Washburn thanked Mr. Bostat for attending Council Meeting and informing the public about WeTip and how this program operates. CONSENT CALENDAR The following items were pulled from the Consent Calendar for further discussion ar.d consideration: Item Nos. 9, 10, 15, 16. Mayor Washburn addressed the action on Page 6 of the November 12, 1991 Minutes and advised that Mr. Buck will be out of town and Mayor Washburn would be meeting with Mr. Starkey and the Chamber of Commerce. MOVED BY STARKEY, SECONDED BY BUCK AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED. 1. The following Minutes were approved: a. City Council Meeting - November 12, 1991. (F:44.4) The following Minutes were received and ordered filed: PAGE THREE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - NOVEMBER 26, 1991 b. Planning Commission Meeting - October 16, 1991. (F:60.3) c. Planning Commission Meeting - November 6, 1991. (F:60.3) 2. Received and ordered filed the L.E.A.F. Animal Control Activity Report for October, 1991. (F:18.2) 3. Received and ordered filed the Investment Report for October 31, 1991. (F:12.5j, :~ 4. j Ratified Warrant List for November 15, 1991. (F:12.3j 5. Rejected and referred to Claims Administrator the Claim & Amended Claim submitted on behalf of the Barry Cutright et al. (CL #91-19). (F:52.2) 6. Rejected and referred to Claims Administrator the Claim submitted by Peter J. Fenton (CL #91-20) (F:52.2) 7. Received and ordered filed the Annual Audit and Financial Report for Fiscal Year 1990-91. (F:24.1) 8. Received the Draft Household Hazardous Waste Element and authorized its release for public review and comment concurrently with'the Source Reduction and Recycling Element (SRRE). (F:163.2) 11. Adopted Resolution Nos, 91-82 thru 91-86 relating to Parking Restrictions in the Downtown Area. (F:112.1) RESOLUTION N0. 91-82 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE , '` ESTABLISHING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN STREETS AND CERTAIN PUBLIC PARKING LOTS. RESOLUTION NO. 91-83 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ANGLE PARKING ON THE EAST SIDE OF MAIN STREET FROM SULPHUR STREET TO PECK STREET. RESOLUTION NO. 91-84 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE RESCINDING CERTAIN PARKING RESTRICTIONS. RESOLUTION NO. 91-85 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ESTABLISHING NO PARKING ZONES ON CERTAIN STREETS. RESOLUTION NO. 91-86 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE DESIGNATING LOCATIONS OF LOADING 20NE5 OF CERTAIN STREETS. 12. Adopted Resolution No. 91-93 regarding Update and Changes to the Recommended Speed Limit on Machado Street. (F:152.1) ~ RESOLUTION NO. 91-93 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE DESIGNATING THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT FOR CERTAIN STREETS. 13. Adopted Resolution No. 91-94 Changing Street Name from PAGE FOUR - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - NOVEMBER 26, 1991 "Industrial Center Way" to"Enterprise Way". Resolution No. 91-94. (F:158.1) RESOLUTION NO. 91-94 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE NAME OF INDUSTRIAL CENTER WAY. 14. Approved Agreement with Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District for the Construction of the Lakeshore Drive Storm Drain. (F:68.1)(X:155.1) 17. Approved Change Order for Grand Avenue and Lincoln Avenue Improvements, Community Facilities District 88-3, in the amount of $29,769.00. (F:22.3) 18. Approved Change Order for Storm Drain "Line C and C-1", Community Facilities District 88-3 (Pre-cast Pipe), in the amount of $19,000.00. (F:22.3) 19. Adopted Resolution No. 91-95 Approving Expansion of a Single-Family Residence (Non-Conforming Structure/Use) within a Commercial Zone at 207 N. Riley Street. (F:32.1) RESOLUTION NO. 91-95 A RESpLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN EXPANSION OF A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE (NON-CONFORMING STRUCTURE/USE) WITHIN A COMMERCIAL ZONE (207 NORTH RILEY STREET) 20. Accepted Dedication of Right of Way for Chaney Street, Treleven Avenue and Flint Street from Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District. (F:132.1) 21. Granted Easement to Southern California Edison Company in the vicinity of Summerhill Drive on Canyon Estates Drive.(F:170.3) 22. Approved public hearing date of December 10, 1991 for the following: a. Tentative Financial Parcel Map 27291 = Lona Beach Eauities. (F:110.2) A request to divide approximately 500 acres into two parcels for conveyance purposes only. The project is located on the north side of 2-15 on both sides of Lake Street. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR 9. Reauest to Close Davis Street between Lakeshore Drive and Flint Street. (F:156.1) - Mayor Washburn requested clarification on the petition submitted and the temporary nature of this measure. He stressed the need to consider permanent redesign with improvements and landscaping and redirection of traffic. Public Services Director Tecca advised that the realignment of Chaney would provide curbs, gutters and a nice cul-de-sac with landscaping and lighting. He further advised that heavy signage is intended for this action. City Manager Molendyk emphasized that this will be a temporary metal barrier and not aesthetically pleasing. Mayor Pro Tem Starkey inquired how long before this would become a permanent cul-de-sac. Mr. Tecca advised that the PAGE FIVE - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - NOVEMBER 26, 1991 study on Chaney will be underway soon and work will begin as soon as possible. MOVED BY DOMINGUEZ~ SECONDED BY STARKEY AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE PERMANENT CLOSURE OF DAVIS STREET AT THE INTERSECTION WITH FLINT TO FORM A CUL-DE-SAC FROM POTTERY STREET. 10. 1992 Refuse Collection Rate and "Pass-Throuah" Consideration. Resolution No. 91-92. (F:68.1)(X:163.1) City Manager Molendyk advised that he was pulling this item for information. He explained that the increase was a pass-through of increased County tipping fees and an override cost for the future recycling program. He stressed that the refuse company is not receiving increased revenues. Public Services Director Tecca advised that the consultant to Rodriguez Disposal had submitted a proposal to Rodriguez for the future recycling program, but the City has not yet received it. He further advised that the City can initiate the program whenever they choose, however it is required by 1995. He explained that an additional $.50 per household is being assessed toward the future program. City Manager Molendyk requested clarification as to when the program could be implemented. Mr. Tecca advised that the intent is to being as soon as possible in 1992. Mayor Pro Tem Starkey emphasized that the price increase is a pass-through of a County fee. MOVED BY STARKEY, SECONDED BY BUCK AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO ADOPT RESOLUTION N0. 91-92: RESOLUTION NO. 91-92 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA REVISING RATES AND CHARGES FOR COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF REFUSE. 15. Lake Elsinore 0utlet Channel Assurance Aareement between Riverside Countv Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Citv of Lake Elsinore. Redevelobment Aaenov. Elsinore Vallev Municipal Water District and State of California Department of Parks and Recreation. (F:68.1) City Manager Molendyk recommended that this item be continued. MOVED BY WASHBURN, SECONDED BY BUCK AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO CONTINUE THIS ITEM. 16. Chanae Order for Storm Drain "Line C and C-1". Communitv Facilities District 88-3 {Cast-in-Place Pi e.(F:22.3) Councilman Buck inquired of Public Services Director Tecca as to the Flood Conkrol District's responsibility in the substantial increase of this Change Order. He questioned the ability to obtain reimbursement for a portion of this project. Public Servioes Director Tecca explained that the Flood Control District does not support the cast-in-place pipe and has increased the size requirements due to that disagreement. MOVED BY BUCK, SECONDED BY DOMINGUEZ AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE TO APPROVE THE REQUESTED CHANGE ORDER IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,180.00. PUBLIC HEARINGS , PAGE SIX - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - NOVEMBER 26, 1991 31. Recoverv of Expenditures = Nuisance Abatement at 166 N. Terra Cotta Road. (F:32.4) City Manager Molendyk explained this item and detailed the process as proposed. The City Clerk reported no written comments or protests. Mayor Washburn opened the public hearing at 7:48 p.m., asking those persons interested in this item to speak. Hearing no one, the public hearing was closed at 7:49 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Starkey inquired whether a fence had been constructed around the pool which was abated on this property. Community Development Manager Shear confirmed that the fence has been installed. Mayor Washburn questioned contact with the owner. Mr. Shear advised that he was not available to attend this hearing. MOVED BY STARKEY, SECONDED BY BUCK 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. 32. Recoverv of Expenditures - Nuisance Abatement at Franklin & Chestnut Streets. (F:32.4) City Manager Molendyk detailed this situation and the abatement costs. The City Clerk reported no written comments or protests. Mayor Washburn opened the public hearing at 7:51 p.m. asking those persons interested in this item to speak. Hearing no one, the public hearing was closed at 7:52 p.m. MOVED BY BUCK, SECONDED BY STARKEY 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. BUSINESS ITEMS 51. Second Readina = Ordinance No. 928. (F:22.3) Relating to Scenic Ridge Public Improvements. MOVED BY WINKLER, SECONDED BY DOMINGUEZ TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 928: ORDINANCE NO. 928 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE LEVYING SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT N0. 91-4 (SCENIC RIDGE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS). UPON THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: ~ AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: BUCK, DOMINGUEZ, STARKEY, WINKLER, WASHBURN NOE5: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE PAGE SEVEN - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - NOVEMBER 26, 1991 ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE CITY MANAGER COMMENTS None. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilman Dominguez commented on a free Thanksgiving Dinner from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the S.S. Burger Basket. He commendad them for their contributions to the community. Councilman Dominguez also commented on the public comm~nts of this evening and expressed concern that the business people are still negative with all the improvements occurring in the City. He suggested that the business community should appreciate the work going on and recoqnize the efforts underway. Mayor Pro Tem Starkey also addressed the public comments of this evening and requested that staff investigate the comments of Mr. Zwiefel. He commented that if the statements are true the City is wrong. He questioned how the hot dog stand operation is doinq. Councilman Buck advised that the owner is pleased and it is doing well. Councilman Buck advised that he does not remember discussions mentioned by Mr. Zwiefel regarding the potential for a hot dog stand. Councilman Buck further advised that the owner has been considering the design motif of downtown. Mayor Washburn commented on the City Christmas banners, and the Downtown Business Association's participation. He emphasized the changes occurring in the City and downtown and the efforts to tie the identity of the entire community together with the banners. He supported this action called the changes positive. City Manager Molendyk added that the existing Christmas decorations will still be used on Graham and in the surrounding area, but due to the new light poles they will not be used on Main Street. Mayor Washburn advised the Community of the Tree Lighting on Friday, December 6th at 5:00 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Starkey also reminded the Community of the Christmas Parade on December 7th at 10:00 a.m. Mayor Washburn requested that Council check their calendars for a Study Session the first two weeks in January and advised that he would discuss this with City Manager Molendyk and City Planner Christen. He further advised that the first Work Session on the Police Tax would be in mid-January. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 8:00 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 8:13 P.M. CLOSED SESSION THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO A JOINT CLOSED SESSION WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF LITIGATION WITH LAKE ELSINORE ASSOCIATES AT 8:14 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 8:40 P.M. NO ACTION TAKEN. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY BUCK, SECONDED BY DOMINGUEZ AND CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOTE PAGE EIGHT - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - NOVEMBER 26, 1991 TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR CITY COUNCI MEETING AT 8:41 P.M. ~ VVG~ `~1/~--~~ GARY . WASHBURN~ MAYOR CITY F LAKE ELSINORE A TEST: ~~~~ VICKI KASAD, CITY CLERK CITY nF k,AKE EL6INORE