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CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
REGULAR CITY COUNC IL MEETING
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, JULY 10, 1984
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CALL TO ORDER
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The Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Valenzuela
at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Vermillion.
PUBL IC COMMENTS
1. Bob Jacobson, 174 N. Chestnut, Lake Elsinore, reported that an Oleander Tree
was planted in Machado Park on July 2, 1984, in memory of Rudy Valenzuela.
Mayor Valenzuela expressed her appreciation.
2. Allene Reynolds, representing Valley Crisis, stated that the organization
receives many donations for the poor. They cannot find sufficient storage
facilities and asked for assistance from the City. She was advised to
follow-up with the City Clerk.
3. Ler1ene Mac Murray, 1513 W. Sumner, Lake Elsinore, spoke in protest of the
firing of Robert Trevino, City Manager.
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Robert Mobley, 115 N. Riley, Lake Elsinore, and owner of Quality Taxi Company,
protested the suspected operation of Discount Taxi Company who he feels is
operating without a City business license.
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ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
COU NC I LM EMBERS:
COUNC ILMEMBERS:
KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION, VALENZUELA
NONE
Also present were: Interim City Manager Norton, City Attorney Harper, City
Engineer Cu1p, Finance Director Barrick, City Planner Corcoran, RDA Administrative
Assistant Modesti and City Clerk Money.
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
A. Mayor Valenzuela read a Proclamation honoring the occasion of the carrying
of the Olympic Torch relay through Lake Elsinore.
B. Assemblyman Bradley's Aide, Virginia Rasmussin, read and presented a
Proclamation for bravery to Kevin Patrick Kelly. Mayor Valenzuela then
presented Kevin Patrick Kelly with a Certificate of Honor from the City
of Lake Elsinore.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar for further considera-
tion and discussion.
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Item Numbers: 4 and 9.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO APPROVE THE
BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED.
1. Approved Minutes -
a. May 24, 1984 - Joint Study Session
b. June 12, 1984 - Regular Council Meeting
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CONSENT CALENDAR - Continued.
2. Received and Filed - Animal Control Activity Report - June, 1984.
3. Received and Filed - Building Division Monthly Activity Report - June, 1984.
5. Approved Resolution No. 84-33, Honoring the Carrying of the Olympic Torch.
RESOLUTION NO. 84-33
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
CALIFORNIA, ACKNOWLEDGING THE HONOR OF HAVING THE OLYMPIC TORCH
CARRIED THROUGH LAKE ELSINORE.
Approved Angela Lynn Haynes to be this year's recipient of the Korn Memorial
Scholarship in the amount of five-hundred dollars ($500.00).
Approved in-house photocopying of flve (5) Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Books
for each of the Planning Commissioners.
Approved request for expenditure of $150.00 overtime for conducting of a
pressure test on a portion of the mineral water line.
Continued request to vacate public right-of-way along Flint Street to meeting
of July 24, 1984.
Approved initiating vacation proceedings for Second Street, between 1-15
freeway southerly to Collier Avenue.
Accepted dedication of ten-foot public right-of-way at 18044 West Lakeshore
Drive - Robert L. Green - authorized City Clerk to record deed.
Accepted street dedication deed - 1150 Mill Street - George and Barbara
Alongi - and authorized City Clerk to record.
Approved deferral of street improvements at 268 and 268~ Peck Street -
Wilfred and Dolores Atkinson - authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement
and the City Clerk to record.
15. Approved deferral of street improvements at 18044 Lakeshore Drive - Robert
L. Green - authorized the Mayor to execute standard agreement and the City
Cl erk to record.
16. Approved setting Public Hearing date - July 24, 1984 -
a. Conditional Use Permit 84-6.
c. Conditional Exception Permit 84-2.
Approved setting Public Hearing date - August 14, 1984 -
b. Tentative Tract Map 18719.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
4. Warrant List - June, 1984 -
Councilman Knight asked for clarification of Warrant No. 01756, 01829 and
01851. Finance Director Barrick explained these expenditures.
MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY STRIGOTTE AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO APPROVE
WARRANT LIST FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE, 1984 - WARRANT NOS. 01678 THROUGH
01975, NON-INCLUSIVELY, IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF FOUR-HUNDRED-THIRTY-TWO-
THOUSAND-FOUR-HUNDRED-NINETEEN DOLLARS AND FORTY-SIX CENTS ($432.419.46).
9. Requests for Use of Community Center.
Councilman Strigotte wished to clarify that 'Waiver of Fees' did not include
waiver of the five-hundred-dollar ($500.00) security deposit required for
certain events. or the security officers required.
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ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR - Continued.
9. Requests for Use of Community Center - Continued.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED THAT FIVE-HUNDRED-DOLLAR
($500.00) DEPOSIT REQUIRED FOR USE OF COMMUNITY CENTER FOR MAJOR EVENTS,
CANNOT BE WAIVED AND CHECK PRESENTED WILL BE HELD UNCASHED WITH APPLICATION,
AND UPON INSPECTION, IF NO DAMAGE HAS OCCURRED, CHECK WILL BE RETURNED TO
APPLICANT.
AYES: MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION
NOES: KNIGHT, VALENZUELA
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO APPROVE
WAIVER OF FEES FOR USE OF COMMUNITY CENTER AND MACHADO PARK FOR THE FOLLOW-
ING APPLICANTS:
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a. Senior Citizen Association - General Meeting - July 20 and August 18,
1984.
b. Mrs. Dominguez - Elsinore Union High School Alumni Dance - July 21, 1984.
(Five-Hundred-Dollar Security Deposit and Security Officers required).
c. Lake Elsinore Park and Recreation District - Photo Contest - August 25,
1984.
d. Lake Elsinore Park and Recreation District - Karate Classes - July 2,
4, 9, 11, 16, 18 and 30, 1984.
f. Chamber of Commerce - Second Annual Luau - August 11, 1984.
g. Mobilehome Owners Association - General Meeting - July 16, 1984.
e. County Superintendent of Schools - (Use of Machado Park) - Picnic -
August 4, 1984.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
31. Tentative Tract Map 20139.
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Mayor Valenzuela announced this was the time and place for a public hearing
pursuant to application for Tentative Tract Map 20139 and asked staff to
identify the project and give staff recommendations.
Mr. Corcoran reported that Tentative Tract Map 20139 is a proposal to sub-
divide 28.8 acres into 63 single-family lots and one lot for commercial use.
The project is located between Highway 74 (Grand Avenue) and Laguna in
north/south direction, between Ortega Highway (Route 74) and Macy Avenue
in east/west direction.
Mr. Corcoran recommended this public hearing be continued to allow the
General Plan Amendment to proceed prior to review of Tentative Tract Map
20139.
Mayor Valenzuela opened the public hearing at 7:38 p.m. asking if anyone had
come to speak on Tentative Tract Map 20139. No one asked to speak.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO CONTINUE
PUBLIC HEARING OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 20139 TO JULY 24, 1984.
32. Tentative Tract Map 14639 Revised.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO CONTINUE
PUBLIC HEARING OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 14639 REVISED TO JULY 24, 1984.
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33. Traffic Circulation Plan - Jack Higgins Project - Great Coastal Oil Area.
Mayor Valenzuela announced this was the time and place for a public hearing
pursuant to Traffic Circulation Plan - Great Coastal Oil Area and asked
staff to give recommendations.
Mr. Culp recommended this item be continued to July' 24, 1984.
City Clerk reported no written comments or protests.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS - Continued.
33. Traffic Circulation Plan - Continued.
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Mayor Valenzuela opened the public hearing at 7:40 p.m. asking those in favor
of this project to speak. The following persons spoke:
1. Jack Higgins, Applicant, 19955 Riverside Drive, Lake Elsinore.
2. C.G. Hart, 29281
3. John Eagan, Hemet, California.
4. Ralph Hibbard, 32966 Verde Mesa, Lake Elsinore.
5. Roberta McCullough, 16896 Glenetta Way, Lake Elsinore.
Mayor Valenzuela asked those in opposition to this project to speak. The
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1. Doug Roberts, 17183 Shrier Drive, Lake Elsinore.
Mayor Valenzuela closed the public hearing at 7:56 p.m.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO SEND
TRAFFIC CIRCULATION PLAN - JACK HIGGINS PROJECT - BACK TO PLANNING COMMISSION
FOR FURTHER REVIEW.
BUSINESS ITEMS
51. Ordinance No. 693 - Amending Section 2.08.010 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal
Code - Second Reading.
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MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO READ ORD-
INANCE NO. 693 BY TITLE ONLY.
ORDINANCE NO. 693
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.08.010 OF THE
LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON TO APPROVE SECOND READING OF ORD-
INANCE NO. 693, AND CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION, VALENZUELA
NOES: KNIGHT
52. Ordinance No. 699 - Office of City Treasurer - Second Reading.
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MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO READ
ORDINANCE NO. 699 BY TITLE ONLY.
ORDINANCE NO. 699
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.42 TO THE
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE OFFICE OF CITY TREASURER.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY KNIGHT TO APPROVE SECOND READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 699, AND CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION, VALENZUELA
NOES: NONE
53. Ordinance No. 700 - Office of City Clerk - Second Reading.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO READ
ORDINANCE NO. 700 BY TITLE ONLY.
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BUSINESS ITEMS - Continued.
53. Ordinance No. 700 - Continued.
ORDINANCE NO. 700
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.38 TO THE
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE OFFICE OF CITY CLERK.
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MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY STRIGOTTE TO APPROVE SECOND READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 700, AND CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION, VALENZEULA
NOES: NONE
54. Request for Building Permit - Patio Deck - Thomas Newman.
Robert Fink, Senior Building Inspector reported that Mr. Newman1s residence
is located at 31155 Kansas Street and within the boundaries prescribed in
Ordinance No. 711 as needing Council approval to construct any additions.
Staff recommends approval of issuance of building permit.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO APPROVE
REQUEST FOR ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMIT FOR PATIO DECK AT 31155 KANSAS
STREET, THOMAS NEWMAN.
55. Conditional Use Permit 83-12 - British Sports Hovercraft.
Mr. Corcoran reported that at its regular meeting of December 13, 1983,
City Council approved Conditional Use Permit 83-12 to conduct research,
develop, test, repair and service hovercraft, subject to thirty (30)
conditions. A six (6) month review was performed on June 14, 1984 and
revealed non-compliance with all conditions imposed.
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Staff recommends City void all previous approvals granted for research,
development, testing, repair and service of hovercraft operations at
32081 Corydon Road - Conditional Use Permit 83-12.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO REVOKE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 83-12 - BRITISH SPORTS HOVERCRAFT.
56. Conditional Use Permit 83-2 - Michigan Armament Company, Inc.
Mr. Corcoran reported that at its regular meeting on February 22, 1983,
Council approved Conditional Use Permit 83-2 to manufacture small arms,
subject to seven (7) conditions. Several notifications were sent to
Michigan Armament Company, due to non-compliance of required conditions
and inspections. In June, 1984, detailed reports were submitted by the
Riverside County Sheriff's Department and the Fire Captain detailing
non-compliance with security protection measures and violations of State
Code regarding fire and safety hazards.
Staff recommends Michigan Armament Company, Inc. immediately comply with
all agency recommendations within sixty (60) days. Business to obtain
written approval of agencies within ninety (90) days of compliance.
Written compliance of agencies to be forwarded to City Council for con-
sideration. Non-compliance of agency recommendations within ninety (90) ___
days will result in immediate voidance of all approvals given to Condi-
tional Use Permit 83-2.
MOVED BY MATSON, SECONDED BY STRIGOTTE TO APPROVE STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS.
Council discussion followed.
MOTION WITHDRAWN.
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BUSINESS ITEMS - Continued.
56.
Conditional Use Permit 83-2 - Continued.
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MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO ORDER
MICHIGAN ARMAMENT COMPANY TO CEASE AND DESIST ALL OPERATIONS UNTIL ALL
CONDITIONS ARE COMPLIED WITH, SUBJECT TO FACILITY BEING OPEN TO INSPECTION
BY CODE ENFORCEMENT, SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT AND FIRE DEPARTMENT, AT ALL TIMES.
57.
Request for City to Purchase American Flags.
Diana Modesti reported that the Downtown Business Association would like to
re-establish the tradition of flying the American Flag on certain holidays
during the year. The American Legion would assume responsibility for
storing these flags and the Downtown Business Merchants would, when necessary,
replace the flags in the future.
Staff recommends Council authorize purchase of fifty (50) American flags
at a cost of $1,250.00. Since this is not a budgeted request, staff
requests Council approve in concept only, pending availability of funds.
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MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO APPROVE IN
CONCEPT, EXPENDITURE OF TWELVE-HUNDRED-FIFTY DOLLARS ($1,250.00) FOR
PURCHASE OF FIFTY (50) AMERICAN FLAGS, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS.
Consensus: Direct staff to bring back another report which would include
placing flags in the areas of Four Corners and the Vans and Stater Brothers
Shopping Centers.
58. Purchase of Ten City Trash Containers.
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Diana Modesti reported on her research of this proposal and gave cost
breakdown. She recommended Council give conceptual approval to purchase
ten sculptured trash containers at a cost of $2,097.90, subject to avail-
ability of budgetary funds.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO APPROVE
IN CONCEPT, EXPENDITURE OF TWO-THOUSAND-NINETY-SEVEN DOLLARS AND NINETY
CENTS ($2,097.90) FOR PURCHASE OF TEN SCULPTURED TRASH CONTAINERS.
Consensus: Direct staff to include outlying areas as well as downtown.
59. Proposal of a Credit Bureau.
Mrs. Barrick reported that on June 12, 1984, Council considered a proposal
for collection services, from Cardinal Credit Bureau. At that time, staff
was directed to obtain the following:
1. Letter from the Better Business Bureau,
2. Letter from Consumer Affairs, Division of the State of California
3. Letter from City of Redlands who currently contract with Cardinal
Credit Bureau, and
4. Content approval by the City Attorney.
These instructions have been followed and staff recommends approval of
proposal from Cardinal Credit Bureau and authorization for Mayor to
execute agreement.
MOVED BY MATSON, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO APPROVE
EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH CARDINAL CREDIT BUREAU FOR COLLECTION SERVICES.
60. We Tip Program - Crime Prevention Organization.
Diana Modesti gave extensive report on the We Tip Program and recommended
Council adopt this program in conjunction with the Neighborhood Watch
Program. The cost of membership is $500.00 and since this is not a
budgeted item, staff recommends approval in concept only.
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BUSINESS ITEMS - Continued.
60. We-Tip Program - Continued.
MOVED BY MATSON, SECONDED BY STRIGOTTE AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO APPROVE
IN CONCEPT THE WE-TIP PROGRAM, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS.
Staff was directed to coordinate this effort with Captain Thompson of
the Lake Elsinore Sheriff's Department.
61. Social Security Withdrawal.
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Mrs. Barrick reported that on December 13, 1982, Resolution No. 82-85 was
approved to initiate termination of the Social Security agreement between
the City of Lake Elsinore and the State of California. She recommended
Council direct staff to hold election of all employees to consider the
City's withdrawal from the Social Security Program, or acceptance of an
alternative plan.
MOVED BY MATSON, SECONDED BY STRIGOTTE AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO DIRECT
STAFF TO CONDUCT ELECTION OF ALL EMPLOYEES TO CONSIDER WITHDRAWAL FROM
SOCIAL SECURITY PROGRAM.
Mrs. Barrick suggested she contact the Social Security Administration and
request a representative give a detailed presentation to City employees.
Council concurred.
62. Status Report - Notification to Enforce Lien Agreements for Public Improve-
ments - Lakeshore Drive.
Mr. Culp reported that on May 22, 1984, Council directed staff to notify
property owners along Lakeshore Drive from Illinois to Iowa Street, that
they would be required to install public improvements within the specified
time as stated in the agreement. Records revealed there are only three ...
agreements existing in this location. Staff has prepared and mailed a
letter of notification to each property owner currently shown on the County
Tax rolls.
Mr. Strigotte suggested that staff contact Elsinore Water District and urge
them to complete their improvements also at this time.
Council concurred to receive and file this report.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO ADJOURN TO
EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 8:40 P.M. TO DISCUSS PERSONNEL AND LITIGATION.
COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 10:19 P.M. WITH THE FOLLOWING REPORTED:
1. MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO HIRE AN
ADDITIONAL CUSTODIAN.
2. Personnel matter was discussed and referred to the City Attorney.
3. Litigation matter was discussed and referred to the City Attorney.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
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1. 'Resolution of Partnership. - Agreement to Revitalize and Restore Downtown
Area.
Diana Modesti reported this Resolution was prepared some time ago but was
never approved or implemented. It is brought back at this time for Council
review only. A public hearing is scheduled for August 7, 1984.
Mr. Matson commented that the Resolution needs some modifications before
final approval.
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REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS - Continued.
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2. Proposed Amendment to Ordinance No. 378 - Concerning Alcoholic Beverages in
public places.
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back on next Agenda, July 24, 1984, for first reading.
3. Fees for Use of City Park.
Diana Modesti reported that a Resolution was prepared for Council review and
discussion, establishing rules, regulations and policies governing the use
of City Parks and Ballfields.
Council discussed the following changes:
Page 2, Section 3. a. - Delete the words 'or City Manager'.
Page 2, Section 3. b. - Change the words 'City Manager' to 'City Council '.
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Council concurred to direct staff to review the proposed Resolution and bring
back to Council on next Agenda, July 24, 1984.
Lakeshore Clean-Up
Loren Culp reported that he has been in contact with the District Boy Scout
Supervisor who is willing to schedule his Boy Scouts to clean-up the
Lakeshore on Saturday, July 21, 1984. The City would be required to donate
$500.00 for the Boy Scout's annual kick-off event, plus trash bags and a
small lunch. Several persons have volunteered to supervise the Scouts on that
day. Mr. Cu1p requested direction from Council.
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MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON TO MOVE THIS ITEM BACK TO BUSINESS
ITEMS FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION AND COUNCIL ACTION.
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY MATSON AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO DELAY THE
BOY SCOUT CLEAN-UP OF LAKESHORE UNTIL AFTER NEW BUDGET IS APPROVED.
5. Jim Corcoran reported the following:
1. Lakeshore Overlay Ordinance has been scheduled to be heard again by
the Planning Commission.
2. Vehicle Abatement Program is going out for bid again. This will be on
the next Council Agenda.
3. Leasing of Lakeshore Property - Property owners have received notification
regarding the possibility of the City leasing private property along the
1akeshore for the purpose of maintenance and beautification of the lakeshore.
Councilman Knight
1. Reported that the Senior Citizen Office at the Community Center is overcrowded,
as well as the Senior Repair Center. There is space available at the Com-
munity Center to rearrange and alleviate the problem. Mr. Knight and Mr.
Strigotte were directed to work with Diana Modesti and follow-up.
Councilman Strigotte
1. Announced to the public that the Council has not adopted a 'no hands' policy
with regard to Code Enforcement. If a problem is occurring, it should be
brought to the attention of-Councilor -the Planning Department.
2. Requested the City Attorney prepare a 'False-Alarm Ordinancel. The Sheriff's
Department has provided a copy of the County Ordinance which they recommend
be followed verbatum by the City. He requested the City Attorney prepare the
Ordinance and bring back for the next Council Agenda.
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REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS - Continued.
Councilman Strigotte - Continued.
3. Requested an Ordinance be prepared to cover bid procedures to close the
existing gap between 'informal' bids - $1,000 or less, and 'formal' bids -
over $5,000. Requested new Ordinance be placed on next Council Agenda.
4. Police Commission
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Mr. Strigotte reported that on Monday, July 9, 1984 he and Mr. Norton met
with Chief Lawry, Captain Thompson and Lieutenant Smith regarding organization
of the Police Commission. He submitted information regarding Commissions in
other Cities which Sheriff's Department will review and respond to.
Other points of disussion were:
a. Contract for attitional hours
Sheriff's Department needs to know if the City is going to contract
for the additional 54 hours which would include ten (10) hours per
day for traffic enforcement. Once we negotiate the contract in
September, it will be too late to get the manpower. Sheriff's
Department requested a letter of intent from Council so that they
can start their hiring procedures.
b. Traffic Enforcement
Sheriff's Department is adamantly opposed to the use of motorcycles
for traffic enforcement. They are too hazardous.
c. Grant application
Sheriff's Department is starting work now on applications for grants
for radar equipment, in order to be eligible by the first of 1985.
d. Uniforms and Units
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Uniforms could be changed to complete tan with City patches or,
County Sheriff's uniform could remain the same with one City patch
worn and one Sheriff's patch. Five uniforms will be needed for
additional officers, one for each man. City logo could be placed
on County units.
e. Vehicle Abatement
Sheriff's Department will commence vehicle abatement on public streets.
Code Enforcement will take care of private property.
f. Disaster Preparedness
Sheriff's Department will investigate the possibility of supplying
the City with a mobile radio unit.
g. The following will be followed-up by Mr. Norton:
1. Olympit Torch Relay ..
2. Arrowhead Security - licensing
3. Ultralight Park - violations
5. Mr. Strigotte referred to a letter received from Lake Elsinore Valley
Volunteers offering to donate four-thousand dollars ($4,000) to help furnish
the Community Center. Diana Modesti will write letter and follow-up.
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REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS - Continued.
Councilman Vermillion
1. Super-Well
Reported that since an E-Log test was not performed when the well was dug,
it would be too costly at this time. He suggested a static-level test to
see what changes have occurred since April. A new seal needs to be installed
and approved by the County Board of Health. There is a need to follow-up
these things in order that the City can determine if it will be a producing
well and will help us in determining whether or not we will dispose of our
wa ter sys tern.
Mayor Valenzuela
1. I E1 on Mountains
Mayor Valenzuela reported she had been contacted by the National Forrestry
Department informing her that the lEI recently restored on the mountains,
does not conform to their General Plan and should be removed. She urged
the public write letters protesting the removal and requesting special per-
mission to leave the 'E' in place as it is a historical landmark.
Councilman Knight
Reported that he will be attending an 'Open Housel in Corona at the new Trabuco
Ranger Station, which is under the National Forrestry Department, on July 11,1984.
He suggested letters be submitted to City Hall, regarding removal of the lEI,
which he could carry with him to the Open House.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY STRIGOTTE, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY TO CONTINUE THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AT 11:00 P.M., TO THURSDAY, JULY 12, 1984
AT 7:00 P.M.
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