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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-26-2014 City Council MinutesCS I I' . o l LAKY Tuesday, August 26, 2014 CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. City of Lake Elsinore Meeting Minutes City Council NATASHA JOHNSON, MAYOR STEVE MA NOS, MAYOR PRO TEM BRIAN TISDALE, COUNCIL MEMBER DARYL HICKMAN, COUNCIL MEMBER ROBERT MAGEE, COUNCIL MEMBER GRANT YATES, CITY MANAGER 7:00 PM Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Tisdale led in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL LAKE- ELSINORE.ORG (951) 674 -3124 PHONE CULTURAL CENTER 183 N. MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 PRESENT: Council Member Hickman, Council Member Magee, Council Member Tisdale, Mayor Pro Tern Manos and Mayor Johnson Cultural Center Also present: City Manager Yates, City Attorney Leibold, City Clerk Bloom, Administrative Services Director Simpson, Community Development Director Taylor, Public Works Director Demasse, Community Services Director Skinner, Police Chief Hollingsworth, Fire Chief Barr, and Deputy City Clerk Giron. PRESENTATIONS / CEREMONIALS Proclamation Declaring September 17 - 23, 2014 as Constitution Week Mayor Johnson presented a Proclamation declaring September 17 - 23, 2014 as Constitution Week to Joyce Hohenadl of the Daughers of the American Revolution. PUBLIC COMMENTS — None City of Lake Elsinore Page 1 City Council Meeting Minutes August 26, 2014 CONSENT CALENDAR 1) ID# 14 -248 Approval of Minutes Attachments: CC Minute Report 6 -10 -2014 CC Minutes of June 10, 2014 It is recommended that the City Council approve the Minutes as submitted. 2) ID# 14 -249 Warrant List dated August 14, 2014 Attachments: City Staff Report 08 26 14 Warrant Summary City 08 14 14 Warrant List City 08 14 14 It is recommended that the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore receive an file the Warrant List dated August 14, 2014. 3) ID# 14 -250 City Investment Report for July 2014 Attachments: City Investment Report Cover 2014- 07.pdf City Investment Report 2014- 07.pdf Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the City's Investment Report for July 2014. 4) ID# 14 -251 Approve and Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Internship Agreement between the Trustees of California State University, San Bernardino and the City of Lake Elsinore. Attachments: CSUSB Internship Agreement Staff Report CSUSB Learning Site Agreement Internship Program - Policies and Procedures Internship Description Staff recommends the City Council approve an agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the internship agreement between the Trustees of California State University, San Bernardino and the City of Lake Elsinore. 5) ID# 14 -252 A Letter of Support from the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, in Support of AB 1521 and SB 69 Attachments: Staff Report Letter of Support VLF Senator Roth - SB Vehicle Fees It is recommended that the City Council authorize the Mayor to sign the letter of support for AB 1521 and SB 69. City of Lake Elsinore Page 2 City Council Meeting Minutes August 26, 2014 6) ID# 14 -253 Resolution Approving a Deposit and Reimbursement Agreement and Formation of a Community Facilities District for Southshore Project (CFD 2014 -1) Attachments: CC Staff Report Re Fee deposits and reimubursement agreements 082614 dmm LAKE ELSINORE CFD 2014 -1 (SOUTHSHORE) - RESOLUTION APPROVING DEPOSIT dmm CFD201 - 1(Southshore) Deposit Reimbur Agmt 081914dmm Adopt Resolution No. 2014 -_ approving the Deposit and Reimbursement Agreement and formation of CFD2014 -1 - Southshore Project. 7) ID# 14 -254 Award of Professional Services Agreement with Albert A. Webb Associates, Inc. for On -Call Traffic Engineering, Development Review and Capital Improvement Program Engineering Services Attachments: Staff Report PSA Award to Webb and Associates Professional Services Agreement - Webb & Associates VD Final 1. Award the consultant Professional Services Agreement (PSA) to Albert A. Webb Associates, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $180,000 for FY 14/15 Traffic Engineering, Development Review and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) engineering support services. 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract with Albert A. Webb Associates, Inc. for FY 14/15 traffic engineering, development review and CIP engineering support services. 3. Authorize staff to appropriate $180,000 from the FY 14115 traffic engineering, development review and CIP administration funds for FY 14/15 engineering services. 8) ID# 14 -255 Recommendation for Inclusion of Nichols Road in the Riverside County Transportation Commission Community and Environmental Transportation Acceptability Process Attachments: Staff Report Nichols Road Extension Attachment'A' - East -West CETAP Corridor SupportLetter Exhibit A Nichols Rd Stakeholder Property 1. Acknowledge and support the proposal of extending Nichols Road from Interstate 15 (1 -15) to State Highway 74 as the preferred alternative in relieving traffic congestion and improving mobility in Lake Elsinore and the surrounding Community. 2. Request the County of Riverside Transportation & Land Management Agency (County) to program the planning and project delivery of Nichols Road master planned improvements from 1 -15 to Highway 74 as part of the East -West Community and Environmental Transportation Acceptability Process ( CETAP) corridor analysis. 3. Authorize Staff to pursue a Public- Private partnership to fund the planning, engineering and construction of Nichols Road from 1 -15 to Highway 74 and provide a written request to the Riverside County inclusive of Council and major stakeholders. City of Lake Elsinore Page 3 City Council Meeting Minutes August 26, 2014 10) ID# 14 -257 Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Rutan & Tucker LLP for Special Counsel Legal Services for the Walmart Project Attachments: CC Staff Report - Rutan & Tucker Special Counsel PSA PSA Rutan - Walmart Project 082114 Approve the form of the attached professional services agreement between the City and Rutan & Tucker, LLP for special counsel legal services for the Walmart project and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement, subject to any minor modification approved by the City Attorney. 11) ID# 14 -258 Approval of the 2014 -2015 Agreement between the Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce and the City of Lake Elsinore Attachments: Staff Report - 2014 -2015 Agreement between LEVCC and the City (08262014) Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce Agreement 2014 -15 Exhibit A - Economic Development Services Exhibit A - Economic Development Services - Redline Version Exhibit B - Toursim & Visitors Bureau Services Exhibit B - Toursim & Visitors Bureau Services - Redline Version It is recommended that the City Council approve the 2014 -2015 Economic Development Services and Tourism & Visitors Bureau Services Agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement between the City of Lake Elsinore and the Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce. Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Manos, seconded by Council Member Magee, to approve all Items identified on the Consent Calendar. Council Member Tisdale requested to pulled Consent Calendar Item No. 9. Mayor Pro Tem Manos amended the motion to approve the Consent Calendar less Consent Item No. 9. The motion passed unanimously by the following vote: AYES Mayro Pro Tem Manos, Council Member Magee, Council Member Hickman, Council Member Tisdale, and Mayor Johnson NOES None ABSENT: None e�LJ,1k , City of Lake Elsinore Page 4 City Council Meeting Minutes August 26, 2014 PULLED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) 9) ID# 14 -256 A Resolution in Support of Assemblywoman Melendez's Letter Urging the President of the United States to Actively Pursue the Timely Release of Marine Sergeant Andrew Tahmooressi Attachments: Staff Report Reso and letter of Support for Marine Release Resolution Supporting President's Involvement It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2014 -_ in support of Assemblywoman Melendez's letter urging the President of the United States to actively pursue the timely release of Marine Sergeant Andrew Tahmooressi; and authorize the Mayor to sign the letter addressed to the President. Council Member Tisdale stated that he applauded Assemblywoman Melendez's effort to encourage the President in pursuing the release of a marine being held prisoner in Mexico. Motion by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Council Member Hickman, adopt Resolution No. 2014 -066 in support of Assemblywoman Melendez's letter urging the President of the United States to actively pursue the timely release of Marine Sergeant Andrew Tahmooressi; and authorize the Mayor to sign the letter addressed to the President, passed unanimously by the following vote: AYES Council Member Tisdale, Council Member Hickman, Council Member Magee, Mayor Pro Tem Manos and Mayor Johnson NOES None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None PUBLIC HEARING(S) - None APPEAL(S) 12) ID# 14 -259 Consideration of an Appeal by Roger Schietzelt of a Nuisance Abatement Board Determination for Property Located at 411 N. Main Street WIN 374 - 063 -012 <tel:374- 063 -012 >) Attachments: CC Staff Report - NAB Appeal, 411 Main St. - 8 -26 -14 Appeal Attachments (5) - 411 N. Main Deny the appeal by Roger Schietzelt, confirm findings and determination of the Nuisance Abatement Board that the subject property located at 411 N. Main Street is a public nuisance and order property owner to abate nuisance conditions or refer the case for court receivership Community Development Director Taylor provided an overview of the report and recommended denial of the applicant's appeal. City of Lake Elsinore Page 5 City Council Meeting Minutes August 26, 2014 Roger Schietzelt, San Fernando resident and Lake Elsinore property owner, stated that he had intensions of repairing the violations on his property. He disputed that the lack of vegetation on his property and commented on the nuisance properties that surround his property. Council Member Tisdale stated that he participated in a citywide clean up and had the opportunity to look at the subject property. He stated that he, city staff and volunteers have spent hours cleaning up the applicant's property during the City's Clean Extreeme events. Mayor Pro Tern Manos asked Mr. Schietzelt how long he has owned the property and if he currently rents it out. Mr. Schietzelt responded that he has owned the property for 10 years and currently rents out the property. Mayor Pro Tern Manos stated that the defects are a result of years of problems on the property. He stated that it is the Council's responsibility to preserve the beautification of this community. Mayor Pro Tern Manos stated that he was in favor of denying the appeal. Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Manos, seconded by Council Member Tisdale, to deny the appeal by Roger Schietzelt, confirm findings and determination of the Nuisance Abatement Board that the subject property located at 411 N. Main Street is a public nuisance and order property owner to abate nuisance conditions or refer the case for court receivership. Council Member Magee clarified that if the motion passes, Mr. Schietzelt still had an opportunity to work with staff to correct the issues in a timely manner before the other steps were taken. The motion passed unanimously by the following motion: AYES Mayor Pro Tern Manos, Council Member Tisdale, Council Member Hickman, Council Member Magee, and Mayor Johnson NOES None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None BUSINESS ITEM(S) 13) ID# 14 -260 Approval of Animal Control Field Services Agreement Attachments: Report to City Council - AFV Field Services Agreement (FINAL) Animal Field Services Agreement 08262014 - FINAL It is recommended the City Council approve the proposed Animal Control Field Services Agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement between the City of Lake Elsinore and Animal Friends of the Valleys, subject to any minor modifications approved by the City Attorney. Management Analyst Dailey provided an overview of the report. City of Lake Elsinore Page 6 City Council Meeting Minutes August 26, 2014 Council Member Tisdale stated that the Joint Powers Authority (JPA) started looking at a marketing program to assist Animal Friends of the Valleys. He spoke regarding the lack of services provided to the City and the 2.5% increase to the contract each year. Council Member Tisdale also stated that he was concerned with the high fees the City is charged, yet the Shelter is running low on dog food and continues to ask for assistance. Council Member Tisdale stated he is uncertain if he will move forward until his concerns are clarified. Council Member Magee provided a brief history of Animal Friends of the Valleys. He stated over the past 30 years the organization grew into an organization that can be proud and handled difficult situations with pet owners. Council Member Magee stated that he supports Animal Friends of the Valleys and that the 2.5% increase is justified with cost increasings to operate a business. Motion by Council Member Magee to approve the proposed Animal Control Field Services Agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement between the City and Animal Friends of the Valleys, subject to any minor modifications approved the City Attorney. Motion failed for lack of a second. Council Member Hickman asked which city produced the most animals at the shelter? Kristine Anderson of AFV responded that Lake Elsinore produced the most animals. Council Member Hickman stated that the shelter needs oversight from the City. Council Member Tisdale stated that he has received numerous calls and emails regarding the number of animals euthanized to make space for those animals that are picked up on the 4th of July. He also received a complaint that a pet with an ID tag was kept several days instead of notifying the owner to pick up their pet on the same day it was found. Council Member Tisdale stated that it is his intent to bring down the number of animals euthanized. He added that there are other animal shelter concerns that need to be addressed before he is willing to commit any more City funds for the shelter agreement. Motion by Council Member Hickman, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Manos, to continue this agenda item for one and a half months. Council Member Magee stated that the contract is now expired and asked Animal Friends of the Valleys if they would be willing to continue the contract at the same fee rate if the motion passed. Willa Bagwell, Executive Director of Animal Friends of the Valleys, responded that they would continue the contract on a monthly basis. Ms. Bagwell clarified the item before the Council was for the Animal Control contract. She asked Council Member Tisdale if he had any complaints about animal control. Council Member Tisdale responded that it is tax payers' money that pays for the Animal Fields Services contract. His concern was committing tax payers' money when there are severe unresolved issues. City of Lake Elsinore Page 7 City Council Meeting Minutes August 26, 2014 Kristine Anderson, President of Animal Friends of the Valleys, stated that an independent audit required by all the cities has been completed and they are waiting for the field work services audit within in a couple of months. Ms. Anderson stated that the adoption fees include a micro chip and that if Council Member Tisdale was over charged for micro chips, he would be refunded. Ms. Anderson stated that the animal shelter has food suppliers and donors that want to know how to help by bringing food instead of writing a check, so the the animal shelter sends out notices regarding food donations. The shelter also purchases food with monetary donations they receive. Council Member Tisdale stated that as the Chair of the JPA he has asked that an independent finance and operational audit be conducted. Council Member Hickman agreed to amend his motion. Council Member Magee clarified that AFV has responded that they are willing to provide services on a monthly payments from the City. Motion by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Council Member Hickman, to continue this Item until the independent audit is conducted by the County Executive Offices. Council Member Magee stated that the City has a contract for services that has expired and that should be the item of discussion, not the animal shelter. He stated that he would not support the motion. Mayor Pro Tern Manos suggested that Mayor Johnson appoint a subcommittee to oversee the independent audit in order to present this Item to Council as soon as possible. Mayor Johnson stated that there was already an existing subcommittee and asked Mayor Pro Tern Manos if his recommendation is to form a separate subcommittee. Mayor Pro Tern Manos responded that the new subcommittee would be for the contract, but the oversight of contracts could be delegated to the existing subcommittee. Mayor Johnson asked for the options if the contract was approved and the audit conducted had results that the Council did not agree with. Management Analyst Dailey responded that the City had the option to cancel service with a 10 day notice according to the agreement. City Attorney Leibold concurred. City Clerk Bloom clarified the motion on the floor as made by Council Member Hickman, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Manos, to continue the Item for a month to resolve issues; the motion was amended by Council Member Tidsdale, seconded by Council Member Hickman, to continue this Item until the results of the independent audit are available. Mayor Johnson asked Council Member Tisdale for a timeline for the completion of the audit. Council Member Tisdale responded that the County Executive office informed him that they have chosen an auditor and the audit would be completed quickly. City of Lake Elsinore Page 8 City Council Meeting Minutes August 26, 2014 The motion passed by the following vote: AYES Council Member Hickman, Council Member Tisdale, and Mayor Johnson NOES Council Member Magee and Mayor Pro Tern Manos ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None PUBLIC COMMENTS — None CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS - None CITY MANAGER COMMENTS City Manager Yates introduce new Community Services Director Johnathan Skinner. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Council Member Hickman thanked City staff and Lake Elsinore Unified School District for coming together on the traffic signal light installations at Via Scenica & Summerhill Drives and Canyon Hills & Sage Lanes. Council Member Hickman announced free boating at the lake on Wednesdays and Sundays; and High School football season has begun. He asked the public to drive safely. Council Member Magee announced the Pathway Project mentoring training session on September 8th and the Pathway Service Faire on September 16th. He spoke regarding fire protection services and stated that this Council is committed to working with neighboring cities and Cal -Fire. The City is in need of a comprehensive plan of action to share fire resources. Council Member Magee stated that he and Council Member Tisdale are working on a new contract for the City. Council Member Tisdale announced the City's new Quint Fire Truck. He stated that the City needs a fire comprehensive system that works with neighboring cities to share fire resources. Council Member Tisdale also stated that the City needs to spend tax payer monies appropriately and that is why he is passionate about the Animal Friends of the Valleys contract. He welcomed Community Services Director Skinner. Mayor Pro Tern Manos congratulated Community Services Director Skinner. He announced that he attended the 7- Eleven ribbon cutting ceremony; and that the building, facade, and signage were phenomenal. Mayor Pro Tern Manos stated that he was not in favor of delaying the process of the Animal Control Services Contract. He also stated that the City should be working towards a no kill animal shelter. Mayor Pro Tern Manos wished everyone a wonderful Labor Day weekend. City of Lake Elsinore Page 9 City Council Meeting Minutes August 26, 2014 Mayor Johnson announced the Lake Elsinore Night Out at the Storm Stadium on Thursday, August 28th and the proceeds will benefit the Boys Scouts; Staff is working on cleaning up the Lake beaches. She thanked staff for their work and well executed staff reports. Mayor Johnson welcomed the following new businesses to the City: Love Skate Shop; Naznin Bholat, D.D.S. A Dental Corporation, RF Industrial Electric, and Rose's Tax Service. Lastly, Mayor Johnson wished everyone a safe Labor Day weekend and reminded everyone to use the free boating days. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Johnson adjourned this meeting at 8:07 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on Tuesday, September 9, 2014, at the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, California. City of Lake Elsinore Page 10