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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-25, 03-09-1970 City Council MinutesCITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 25, 1970 The City Council of the City of Elsinore met in regular session on February 25, 1970 and was called to order at 7:30 P. M, with Mayor Chaffin presiding, The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Chaffin. Roll call found all five councilmen present. Attorney Dougherty and City Manager Myers also present. The minutes of February 9; 1970 regular meeting Caere approved as presented on motion Councilman Carter, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. Warrants were approved on motion Councilman Carter, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. This being the time for the Public Hearing re. Zone Change 13, Mayor.. Chaffin called for those for and against the zone change to be heard. There being no response, the 1_ hearing was closed. City Mgr. Myers reported that he had been working with the Div. of Hwy:. on the safety factor at Hwy. 71 and R.R. Canyon Road. Council discussion followed, with motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Perkins, car., that zone change be approved and Attorney be instructed to prepare ordinance. This being the time for the Public Hearing re. .Conditional Exception for Kirtland, .Inc., Mayor Chaffin asked for those for and against to be heard. There being no response, the hearing was closed. Motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, carried unanimously, Resolution No.1312 approving Kirtland, Inc. Conditional use exception as pre Planning Commission recommendations adopted. Request for use of temporary trailer office for a period of 90 day while track is under construction granted on motion Counci]man Carter, seconded Councilman Bittle, Car. Those who can to attend Dept. of Development meeting in Palm Springs on 227. Recreation & Park District letter re, a possilble ordinance to control hazards read & discussed. Discussion held on the possibility of an ordinance to have people connect to sewer line when one is available. Attorney to look into this. Councilman Carter inquired about the overflow ditch and whose responsibility it is. ~ City Mgr. Myers reported that Riverside County Flood Control has no jurisdiction at all and takes no responsibility for its control. Councilman Carter to furnish Council with information relative to an easement through ditch. City Manager Myers to gather all available information relative to the ditch and bring back to Council for further:-consideration. Councilman Carter requested that the matter of dog control be moved up on the agenda to allow audience to express their problems earlier. City Mgr. Myers recommendation to hire a full time poundmaster & park maintenance man combined approved on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Carter, car. Mr. Lenik of 117 N. Kellogg complained to the Council of a dog condition near hi.s home and was informed the matter would be looked into immediately. Councilman Bittle mentioned a situation of a pony in town and an unlicensed operating kennel, matters to be looked into by Police Dept. & Building and Safety. Mayors and Councilmans notice of meeting in Banning on 311 read i'or information. Councilman Carter read his letter of 210 re. flood control meeting. Councilman Carter's motion to limit the speed and trucks on Lakeshore Drive and Limited St. died for the lack of a second. It was the consensus of the Council that not enough information was available to make such a decisiomi. City Mgr. N(yers to have survey made of the situation and report to Council. Motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. second reading of Ordinance X475 to be by title only. Ordinance #475 adopted on the second reading on an unanimous roll call vote on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. Ordinance x#476 to be read by title only on the second reading on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. Ordinance X476 adopted on an unanimous roll call vote on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle ~I City Council Meeting February 25; 1970 page 2 .Discussion held on the forthcoming Grand Prix Motorcycle Race, with letter from Mrs. Sommers read by Councilmen. City Mgr: Myers informed the Council he had met with the business people on Main St. and matters were arranged to their satisfaction. Attorney Dougherty reviewed the insurance coverage and suggested that this area be reviewed and limits raised. Motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car., City Mgr. Myers & Attorney to review insurance and ascertain proper coverage. City Mgr. Myers presented a report and plans for construction oEnew restrooms in City Park, and modernizing of present restrooms at ballpark. Discussion held.. with motion Counci]snan Bittle, seconded Councilman Carter, car., that resolution 1313 approving plans and authorizing City mgr. to advertise for sealed bids with possible alternates for roofing and vandal proof fixtures adopted. Motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car., City Mgr. authorized to proceed with modernizing of ballpark restrooms. Mayor Chaffin veziced the appreciation of the Council to Mr. Boyes for his fine work for the City. Resolution No. T314 accepting the deed from Union Oil Co. approved on an unanimous roll call vote on motion Councilman. Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle. City Mgr. Myers reported that further information was being obtained from the Santa Fe Railroad on the possibility of acquiring part of their right-of-way. Mayor Chaffin presented the Council's argument re. City Treasurer measure which was adopted on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. Mayor Chaffin presented the Council's argument re. City Mir. measure which was approved on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car., with Councilman Carter voting no. Resolution No. 1315 approving purchase of gas & oil on county contract approved on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle and carried on an unanimous roll call vote. Greyhound Bus station location change discussed with motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car., that bus zone be repainted in front of 159 S. -' Main St. Motion Councilman Bittle, seconded Councilman Cartier, car., 1 loading zone to be left in front of Ambassador Hotel for hotel loading and un- loading. Clerks & Treasurer's December & January reports received and filed. City Mgr. Myers reported that Temescal Water Co. had sent a letter that 16.6 acre feet of water was being released from Railroad Canyon Dam to the lake. City Mgr. Myers reported that some difficulty had arisen on the purchase of the accounting machine but that possibly it would be worked out. City Mgr. N~yers also reported that: 1. The road grader has been repaired & back in service. 2. Patch truck picked up & work being done to replace block. 3. Scrivener St. water line replaced. 4. Hud officials had discussed sewer project and financing methods, but did not know about ax~y available funds. 5. Halpin annexation approved and Council authorized to proceed without hearing. Chamber of Commerce to be assigned phone booth in front of their building and commissions on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. Motion Councilman Bittle, seconded Councilman Carter, car., Jane Hull granted a leave of absence to 4~1~70 due to illness. Motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Carter, car., Moose Lodge granted request to have a concession booth for the Grand Priz approved. Councilman Carter inquired if the previous request of Mr. McGill to enlarge his trailer park had included sufficient fire hydrants and was informed Mr. McGill was complaying with all requirements of .the law,~~ City Council Meeting February 25, 1970 page 3 Mr. Giddings inquired about the possibility of opening Line St, and was informed this was closed by an agreement. Matter to be looked into. No further business appearing, the meeting adjourned at 11;15 P.M. on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car~n-. Res ectfully submitted: A~~ ~~. ~_~~-ems ..<> ~r~ City Clerk Niayor CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 9, 1970 The City Council of the City of Elsinore met in regular session on March 9, 1970 and was called to order at 7:30 P.M, with Mayor Chaffin presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Cartier. Roll call found Councilman Carter absent due to illness. City Mgr. Myers and Attorney Dougherty also present. The minutes of February 25, 1970 Council Meeting were approved as presented on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. Warrants were approved on motion Councilman Perkins, seconded Councilman Cartier, car. Request of Tom McCracken for a street light at Mission Trail & Malaga discussed, with motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car., that street light be installed with energy charge to be paid by Sahara Dunes, first year's check accepted. Recreation agreement to be reviewed by all concerned on March 30th. City Attorney to review Tri Co. Criminal Justice correspondence on rules for outdoor amusements. All who can to attend League of Calif. Cities meeting in Chino on 3/25 Hadassah request for use of City Park on May 31 from 9-4 approved on motion Councilman Bittle, Seconded Councilman Perkins, car. Mayor Chaffin's request to leave the state March 21 thru 29th approved on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. Councilman Bittle's request to leave the state March 20-23 approved on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Perkins, car. Park & Recreation telegram re. state park read for information. Further information b~ obtained on Flood Insurance Program. Ordinance #478 approving Annexation #16 re. Halpin property was read in its entirety by Attorney Dougherty. Motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car. on an unanimous roll call vote with Councilman Carter absent, Ordinance X478 passed on the first reading. Ordinance ;x479 rezoning Railroad Canyon Road & Hwy 71 property was read in its entirety by Attorney Dougherty. Motion Councilman Perkins. seconded Councilman Cartier, car., on an unanimous roll call vote, Ord. #479 approved on first reading Councilman Carter absent. - City Mgr. Myers reported that LAFC had requested that if the City considers additional annexations that the island on Machado St. be considered to be annexed by the City. Motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Perkins, car., request of R. Lanier,G~, City Council Meeting March 9, 1970 page 2 for a business license on Riverside Dr. for demonstration & sales of 4- wheel vehicles approved as per Planning Commission stipulations for a period ending Sept. 30, 1970. Discussion held on the possible renewal of Forestry Site lease, with further information to be gathered and discussed at April 13th meeting. City Mgr. Myers .explained the Div. of Hwys. charts on various spped zones on Grand Ave., Riverside Dr. & Lakeshore. Study to be given before any changes are made. Councilman Cartier a15o suggested that a survey of Railroad Ave. speed zones be made. City Mgr. Myers reported that the City was now investing idle funds in Treasury Bills and Time Deposits for additional revenue. Councilman Cartier suggested that consideration be given to future off-street. parking. February reports of the B3dg. Dept., Police Dept. and Clerks ~ Treasurer's reports were received and filed. Councilman Perkins stated that all Councilmen should, if they haven't alreadX tour the City and see the various street improvements with the City Mgr. City Mgr. Myers reported that the new patch truck and grader were in operation and would be kept on the streets as much as possible. No ilzrther business, the meeting adjourned to apersonnel session at 9:30 P. M. on motion Councilman Cartier, seconded Councilman Bittle, car• Resp ctfully submitted: proved: City Clerk ~ yor.