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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
EVMWD BOARDROOM, 31315 CHANEY STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2013
CALL TO ORDER 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Magee called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Magee
Mayor Pro Tern Johnson
Council Member Manos
Council Member Tisdale
ABSENT: Council Member Hickman
Also present: City Attorney Leibold, City Manager Yates, and City Clerk Bloom.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
(1a) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
(Gov't Code Section 54956.8)
Property: APN #371 - 020 -002
Agency negotiator: City Manager Yates and City Attorney Leibold
Negotiating parties: City, Riverside County and Riverside Conservation Authority
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
City Attorney Leibold announced that the City Council would be meeting in Closed Session
to discuss Agenda Item No. (1 a).
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:01 p.m.
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CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. — EVMWD Boardroom, 31315 Chaney St., Lake Elsinore
Mayor Magee called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Magee led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Magee
Mayor Pro Tem Johnson
Council Member Hickman
Council Member Manos
Council Member Tisdale
Also present: City Manager Yates, City Attorney Leibold, City Clerk Bloom, Administrative
Services Director Riley, Community Development Director Taylor, Planning Manager
MacHott, Lake, Parks, and Recreation Director Kilroy, Public Works Director Seumalo,
Police Chief Kennedy- Smith, Fire Chief Williams, and Deputy City Clerk Gutierrez.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Leibold announced that the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss
Agenda Item No. (1 a) and that there was no reportable action taken.
PRESENTATIONS / CEREMONIALS
• Introduction of Lake Elsinore Police Posse
• Certificate of Recognition of Ken Seumalo
Police Chief Kennedy -Smith announced that the City of Lake Elsinore has a very active
posse troop at the sheriff's station. She introduced Lt. David Baiter who is part of the Lake
Elsinore Posse Troop.
Lt. Baiter provided a presentation of the responsibilities and capabilities of the Sheriff's
Posse Troop. Lt. Baiter also spoke about the horse qualifications and the various events
and duties in which the posse participates.
Council Member Manos asked where the horses are kept. Lt. Balter responded that each
posse member owns their own horse and are kept on their property or boarding facilities.
Council Member Hickman thanked the posse troop for doing a good job.
Mayor Magee and Mayor Pro Tem Johnson presented a certificate of recognition to
outgoing Public Works Director Ken Seumalo for the numerous City projects that he
oversaw. Mr. Seumalo thanked Council and stated that it has been a great privilege and
honor to work for the City of Lake Elsinore.
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Mayor Pro Tem Johnson addressed Public Works Director Seumalo stating that she was
proud of him because he was moving on and presented a pen inscribed, "Always Dream
Extreme" so that he can always remember the City of Lake Elsinore.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — NON- AGENDIZED ITEMS —1 MINUTE
Kimberly Ryan thanked Mr. Seumalo for his service and stated that he will be missed. Ms.
Ryan also thanked Police Chief Kennedy -Smith and the entire police department for
enforcing the laws in the City and protecting its businesses and community members.
John Larsen thanked Mr. Seumalo for the support he provided to the Citizens Corps. He
announced that September is "National Preparedness Month" and the upcoming fall
season CERT classes. Mr. Larsen also stated that October 19th is the Lake Elsinore Expo
at the Diamond Stadium.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(2) Approval of Minutes
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Minutes of
the Regular City Council Meeting of August 13, 2013.
(3) Warrant List dated August 15, 2013
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the
Warrant list dated August 15, 2013.
(4) Investment Report for the month of July 2013
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file report.
(5) Construction Contract Awards for Elm Street Project No. 4385 -2
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
A.) Award the construction of Elm Street to Marathon General, Inc., in the amount of
$208,665 with a 10% contingency of $20,800 to be used for construction;
B.) Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract with Marathon General, Inc.;
C.) Award the Construction Geotechnical and Materials Testing Services to GeoMat
Testing Laboratories, Inc., in the amount of $18,640;
D.) Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract with GeoMat Testing
Laboratories, Inc.;
E.) Award the Construction Survey Services to TKE Engineering, Inc., in the
amount of $9,480; and
F.) Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract with TKE Engineering, Inc.
(6) Notice of Completion for Rosetta Canyon Fire Station and Rosetta Canyon Park
Equipment Room Cabinets — Proiect No. 4394
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Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
A.) File the Notice of Completion with the County Recorder; and
B.) Release all retention monies 35 days after the filing of the Notice of Completion.
(7) Freeway Maintenance Agreement with State of California Department of
Transportation (Caltrans) for "Lake Elsinore" Monument Signs within Caltrans Right
of Way
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No.
2013 -058, approving the form of both the Interstate 15 and State Route 74 Freeway
Maintenance Agreement, authorizing staff to submit the draft Freeway Maintenance
Agreements to Caltrans, and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Interstate 15 and
State Route 74 Freeway Maintenance Agreements in their final form
(8) Replacement of Diesel Engine for Fire Engine at Station 94 (Canyon Hills)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the
replacement of diesel engine for Station 94 fire engine in the amount of $25,000.
Motion by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Johnson, to approve the
Consent Calendar, passed by unanimous vote.
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
(9) General Plan Amendment No. 2013 -02 — Adoption and Implementation of the City of
Lake Elsinore 2014 -2021 Housing Element: and Adoption of Amendments to the
City of Lake Elsinore General Plan Land Use Element's District Plans Section
Incorporating Descriptions and Infrastructure Analysis of Certain Communities in
Order to Comply with State Law (California Government Code Section 65302.10)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
A.) Adopt Resolution No. 2013 -056 Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Lake Elsinore, California, Adopting Negative Declaration No. 2013 -01, prepared
for General Plan Amendment No. 2013 -02, based on Findings; and
B.) Adopt Resolution No. 2013 -057 Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Lake Elsinore, California, Approving General Plan Amendment No. 2013 -02,
Adopting the 5th Cycle Housing Element for the 2014 -2021 Period, and Adopting
Amendments to the City of Lake Elsinore General Plan Land Use Element's
District Plans Section Incorporating Descriptions and Infrastructure Analysis of
Certain Communities in order to Comply with State Law (California Government
Code Section 65302.10).
Mayor Magee opened the public hearing at 7:17 p.m. Planning Manager MacHott provided
an overview to Council. There being no speakers, Mayor Magee closed the public hearing
at 7:21 p.m.
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Council Member Manos asked why Lakeland Village Middle School was zoned as low to
medium density residential when another nearby school is identified as a public institution.
Planning Manager MacHott responded that it may have been a mapping error. Council
Member Manos inquired why the mapping of Lakeland Village was not included in the
General Plan. Planning Manager MacHott explained that the City used the census tract and
LAFCO maps to define boundaries within the City.
Motion by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Council Member Manos, to adopt
Resolution No. 2013 -056 Resolution of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore,
California, adopting Negative Declaration No. 2013 -01, prepared for General Plan
Amendment No. 2013 -02, based on Findings, passed by unanimous vote.
Motion by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson to adopt
Resolution No. 2013 -057 Resolution of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore,
California, Approving General Plan Amendment No. 2013 -02, Adopting the 5th Cycle
Housing Element for the 2014 -2021 Period, and adopting Amendments to the City of Lake
Elsinore General Plan Land Use Element's District Plans Section Incorporating
Descriptions and Infrastructure Analysis of Certain Communities in order to comply with
State Law (California Government Code Section 65302.10), passed by unanimous vote.
APPEAL(S)
None
BUSINESS ITEM(S)
(10) Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2013 -1316
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council waive further reading
and adopt by title only ORDINANCE NO. 2013 -1316 AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE APPROVING SPECIFIC PLAN
AMENDMENT NO. 2013 -02, AMENDMENT NO. 10 TO THE EAST LAKE
SPECIFIC PLAN, by roll -call vote.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson, seconded by Council Member Tisdale, to adopt by title
only Ordinance No. 2013 -1316. City Clerk Bloom read into the record ORDINANCE NO.
2013 -1316 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
APPROVING SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2013 -02, AMENDMENT NO. 10 TO
THE EAST LAKE SPECIFIC PLAN, passed by unanimous roll -call vote.
(11) Approval of Planting of Memorial Tree
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve planting of a
tree in memory of Anthony Devaney at McVicker Canyon Park.
Public Works Director Seumalo presented staff's recommendation to the Council.
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Motion by Council Member Manos, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson, to approve
planting of a tree in memory of Anthony Devaney at McVicker Canyon Park.
Council Member Hickman asked how the plaque would be mounted. Public Works Director
Seumalo responded that the plaque will be mounted on the ground at the base of the tree
at an angle.
The motion passed by unanimous vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — NON- AGENDIZED ITEMS — 3 MINUTES
Chris Hyland, resident, spoke regarding the flooding problem at Lake Elsinore Cemetery
during rain storms. Ms. Hyland stated that as a Commissioner on the Flood Control Board
she has been involved in getting the cemetery repaired. She also stated that the primary
flooding problem was attributed to the construction of the freeway and placement of pipes
that flooded into the area of the cemetery. Ms. Hyland reported that the Board of
Supervisors voted in favor of a plan to remedy the flooding problem at the cemetery and
thanked Supervisor Jefferies for his assistance. Lastly, she stated that she is the
Commissioner in Zone 3 for the Flood Control District which encompasses Lake Elsinore,
Wildomar, Lakeland Village, and Warm Springs.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Yates stated that Public Works Director Ken Seumalo had been the heart
and soul of this organization for a long time and wished him all the best as he moved
forward. City Manager Yates introduced Interim Public Works Director Ati Eskandari.
Ms. Eskandari provided a history of her work experience in public works with the Cities of
Corona and Pomona.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
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CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Council Member Manos acknowledged the residents that emailed the Council regarding a
secondary access point into the Tuscany Hills neighborhood and understood their
concerns. He stated that staff will be addressing the emergency access issues to find a
long term solution. Council Member Manos complimented Mayor Magee's State of the City
speech. He shared his idea of renaming the central exit and highway to Steve McQueen
Highway to stay in with the motorcycle theme and move the City towards the "Dream
Extreme" motto. Council Member Manos stated that he had the pleasure of knowing Public
Works Director Seumalo for five years and expressed his heartfelt thanks for his service to
the City.
Council Member Hickman complimented Mayor Magee on his State of the City speech. He
announced that high school football season will start next week and asked the public to be
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safe on the Labor Day Weekend. Council Member Hickman stated that he had a total knee
replacement and apologized for not responding more quickly to people who have tried to
contact him. Lastly, Council Member Hickman congratulated Jersey Mike's Deli on their
grand opening.
Council Member Tisdale thanked Mayor Magee for the excellent State of the City speech.
He spoke about his experience in working with Public Works Director Seumalo when the
City challenged the State Mining Board Commission. He told Mr. Seumalo to take that
same courage with him to his next job experience. Council Member Tisdale thanked the
Lake Elsinore Police Posse for participating at the motocross event. He was also happy to
see the motorcycle police presence in the City, because public safety is the Council's
number one priority. Council Member Tisdale thanked the Fire Department and Police
Department for doing a great job in keeping this community safe. He announced that the
fire season has begun and asked the public to report any suspicious activity. Lastly,
Council Member Tisdale thanked staff for their hard work and Planning Manager MacHott
for the great Housing Element document.
Mayor Pro Tern Johnson stated that Mayor Magee did a fantastic job at the State of the
City and was proud to be a resident and elected official of Lake Elsinore. She
acknowledged City staff for all the hard work put into the State of the City event and
thanked the Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Pro Tern Johnson addressed Mr. Seumalo and
stated that she could always count on his institutional knowledge and would miss him. She
wished Mr. Seumalo the best of luck and told him not to forget Lake Elsinore.
Mayor Magee stated that he received numerous emails regarding a second point of access
into and out of the Tuscany Hills development. He offered that staff is taking this issue
seriously and has met with public safety personnel. Staff will also be reaching out to the
homeowners association to ensure residents safety. Mayor Magee stated that first
responders at the AMA Nationals event did a good job. He wished Mr. Seumalo the best
as he moves forward in his career and told him that the doors were always open to him.
He thanked his colleagues for recognizing the State of the City speech and acknowledged
staff's hard work in providing the visual effects. He also thanked the Chamber of
Commerce for organizing the event. Lastly, Mayor Magee stated "what a difference a
decade makes." The City now has a lot to be proud of and residents can be proud of where
they live.
Ann Marie Devaney, resident, expressed her appreciation to Council and the City of Lake
Elsinore for planting a tree in memory of her son Anthony Devaney. She also thanked Mr.
Seumalo for his support and stated that he was a person with a great heart. Ms. Devaney
stated that the lights that were installed on Lake Street will make a difference in preventing
accidents.
Mayor Magee explained that three Edison lights were relocated and re- energized at the
curve at Lake Street to make it safer. Mayor Magee recognized Jeremy Goldman and Viet
Tran with Edison for their collaboration with this project.
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Mayor Magee adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled meeting
to be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, at the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District
(EVMWD) Boardroom located at 31315 Chaney StriSe�, Lake- Elsinore, California.
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