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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-14-2008 PSAC Minutes MINUTES PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2008 ..............................................................................., CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M. Chairman Norkin called the Public Safety Advisory Commission meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Dailey. ROLL CALL PRESENT: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE-CHAIR BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART ABSENT: NONE Also present were: Information/Communications Manager Dennis, Assistant City Attorney Mann, Lake and Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy, Sergeant Yates, Fire Chief Hendershot, Traffic Engineer Basubas and Clerk of the Board Munson. PUBLIC COMMENTS Sergeant Yates introduced Sergeant Chavez who will be covering the PSAC meetings. Chief Hendershot introduced Captain George Juarez who will be assisting Chief Hendershot with covering some of the PSAC meetings. COMMISSION APPROVES CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) 1. Minutes Minutes of regular PSAC meeting of April 9, 2008. Recommendation: Approve. 1 Chairman Norkin requested the minutes be corrected to reflect the meeting be adjourned to the next regular meeting instead of a "study session." It was motioned by Commissioner Stewart, and seconded by Commissioner Daily to approve the Consent Calendar. The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE-CHAIR BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE BUSINESS ITEMS 2. COMMISSION DIRECTED STAFF TO FINALIZE THE CITIZEN CORPS DRAFT FRAMEWORK AND TO PREPARE A STAFF REPORT FOR CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION Information/Communications Manager Dennis reviewed the Citizen Corps Framework. He indicated it was an outline of a three year program for creating a local Citizen Corps and a Citizen Corps Council. He stated the document contains an overview of the risks, an assessment of staff support requirements and an estimate of program start-up costs. He noted the Public Safety Advisory Commission directed staff to finalize the Framework and to notify management to reserve a place holder in the budget process in anticipation for start up costs, an initial request of $10,000 Which is unfunded in the 2008/09 budget. The second recommendation is a proposal to be developed separately to accompany the framework recommendation. Commissioner Stewart expressed his concerns with moving forward with a proposal, knowing that it would be difficult in implementing because of budgetary constraints. Information/Communications Manager Dennis responded because of the effort that has been expended to look at the scope of this program, for that reason, it should be brought to the attention of the Council as soon as it is ready. Chairman Norkin concurred with the recommendation to move forward and indicated it would be appropriate. 2 It was motioned by Commissioner Lyons, and seconded by Commissioner Dailey to finalize the Citizen Corps Draft Framework and direct staff to prepare a staff report for City Council consideration. The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE-CHAIR BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE 3. COMMISSION RECOMMENDED BRINGING BACK THE RECOMMENDATION RELATED TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY STAFF POSITION AT A LATER DATE Information/Communications Manager Dennis presented the staff report. He indicated at the last PSAC meeting, staff was directed to prepare a position listing and salary range for a new Public Safety administrator position and were also directed to prepare correspondence from PSAC to City Council regarding a position of rationale. He indicated the rationale for this position is to consolidate emergency coordination and PSAC administration with management of a new Citizen Corps Program. He indicated the desired outcome from creating a new Public Safety position are: 1) Centralized responsibility and oversight of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness planning; 2) Effective coordination and implementation of existing proposed and future Public Safety and emergency preparedness programs and training; and 3) Grant development to fund emergency equipment, supplies and training. Information/Communications Manager Dennis indicated, planning a balance budget in 2008/09 has required cut-backs, revenue is less than projected and that has resulted in reductions in expenditures twice this fiscal year. He stated for that reason no new staffing positions have been included in the 2008/09 draft budget. Chairman Norkin suggested hiring an independent contractor whereby the City would save on paying full benefits. He also suggested utilizing a student as an intern from one of the local Universities to help staff complete some of the work. City Manager Brady stated he would love to have more staff. He indicated this was a position he felt very strong about and if there was any way he could find funding for this position he would, and indicated he was very supportive of this position. He indicated he had looked at different ways to make a 3 recommendation to find the funding for this position because it would take a burden off of Mr. Payne and Mr. Dennis and would allow the City to do more as well. He stated he has been mandated and has made a commitment to the City Council to present a balanced budget. He also indicated two consultants had to be let go and explained other staff changes in order to present a balanced budget without reducing services to the community. Vice-Chair Bhutta suggested postponing this request to a later date. Chairman Norkin asked Mr. Brady about his Intern recommendation. City Manager Brady replied he was not opposed to utilizing interns, however, because the City is looking for a level of expertise, an Intern cannot accomplish these responsibilities. It was motioned by Vice-Chair Bhutta, and seconded by Commissioner Dailey to bring back the recommendation at a later date. The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE-CHAIR BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE 4. COMMISSION RECEIVED AND FILED THE UPDATE ON LIFE JACKET LOANER STATIONS Information/Communications Manager Dennis provided an update on the life jacket loaner stations. He stated a new safety mascot was created to promote safety in and around the water. He noted 56 life jackets of various sizes where each jacket is stamped with the appropriate size range to facilitate the correct selection and the City logo to encourage return of City owned property. Chairman Norkin suggested when all of the stations have been installed, that there be an unveiling at the beach and invite the press. 4 It was motioned by Commissioner Dailey, and seconded by Vice-Chair Bhutta to receive and file report. The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE-CHAIR BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE 5. COMMISSION RECEIVED AND FILED STAFF REPORT REGARDING THE LAKESHORE OVERLAY DISTRICT SUBCOMMITTEE SURVEY Information/Communications Manager Dennis provided an update on the Lakeshore Overlay District Subcommittee survey. Commissioner Lyons inquired when the survey went out to the property owners. Information/Communications Manager Dennis responded that the survey has not gone out as of yet however, staff plans to send out the survey in about two weeks. It was motioned by Commissioner Stewart, and seconded by Commissioner Lyons to receive and file report. The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE-CHAIR BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE 5 6. COMMISSION RECEIVED AND FILED GRAFFITI PROCESS SURVEY REPORT Information/Communications Manager Dennis provided an update on the graffiti process survey. He indicated an internal process survey has been developed to assess all aspects of the City's responses to graffiti complaints and service requests and will be used in developing a comprehensive graffiti strategic plan. He stated the survey will identify current processes and actions for handling graffiti and serve as a platform for implementing updated anti-graffiti goals and program objectives. He also stated the graffiti strategic plan will also serve as the basis for measuring results and assessing program effectiveness. Commissioner Dailey expressed she liked the idea and would like the process to go faster because of the graffiti problems in the City. Commissioner Lyons concurred with Commissioner Dailey. It was motioned by Commissioner Dailey, and seconded by Commissioner Lyons to receive and file report. The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN NORKIN VICE-CHAIR BHUTTA COMMISSIONER DAILEY COMMISSIONER LYONS COMMISSIONER STEWART NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE PUBLIC SAFETY SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS No reports given. CITY STAFF COMMENTS Information/Communications Manager Dennis announced the following: 1) Reminded the Commission to fill out their Password Policy forms. 2) Thanked Sergeant Chavez for attending and Sergeant Yates for his service to the Commission and his support. 3) Stated the City's annual Fire Works Show will go on as planned. 6 Fire Chief Hendershot announced that on June 5th there will be a Firefighter Appreciation Night sponsored by the Lake Elsinore Storm at the Diamond. Mr. Basubas announced that the Schools Traffic Advisory Committee meeting that was to occur last night was postponed. He indicated the next meeting is planned for mid- June and he will notify Chairman Norkin and Vice-Chair Bhutta of the exact date. Mr. Basubas indicated staff completed a review of the location where Ms. Brown was having difficulty seeing pedestrians at night at the crosswalk on Graham Avenue, near the outflow channel and indicated staff will start processing a work request sometime this week. PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS. Commissioner Dailey indicated she appreciated the updates. Vice-Chair Bhutta thanked Sergeant Yates for his support. He also requested Mr. Dennis to thank Marlene and Susan in the City Manager's Office for their assistance with PSAC agendas. Commissioner Lyons requested staff to get the information out early to the residents for the 4th of July boat parade so that the participants can get their boats ready. Commissioner Stewart thanked everyone for coming to the PSAC meetings. ADJOURNMENT It was the consensus of the Commission to adjourn to a regular meeting on June 11, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. in the Cultural Center located at 183 North Main Street, Lake Elsinore, California, CA, 92530. Chairman Norkin adjourned the meeting at 7:07 p.m MIKE NORKIN, CHAIRMAN PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION LL IVIAN M. MUNSON CLERK OF THE BOARD 7