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MINUTES
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2005
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Uhlry called the Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting to
order at 6:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ARNOLD, HEWISON,
LEWIS, UHLRY
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: KNIGHT
Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager
Best, Information/Communications Manager Dennis, Lake & Aquatic
Resources Director Kilroy, Chief of Police Fetherolf and Clerk of the
Board Ray.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Arnold.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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None.
CONSENT ITEMS
MOVED BY HEWISON, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE
CONSENT CALENDAR WITH CORRECTIONS TO THE MINUTES.
Agenda Item No.
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1. The following Minutes were approved with corrections:
A. Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting - November 10,2004.
BUSINESS ITEMS
21. Public Safety Advisory Commission Brochure Update.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave an overview of the
item. He indicated that he had provided a copy of the most recent revised
draft of the brochure. He indicated that the cost was a little over $3,000 for
the printing of 7,000 brochures. Commissioner Hewison suggested that the
Commission should not move forward with the brochure until the web page
was up and running.
Information/Communication Manager Dennis indicated that he had given a
copy of the draft web site to the Commission. He indicated that the web site
had been developed in tandem with the brochure; and the page could be
made live quickly, so the development of the webpage was not delayed. He
noted that the brochure helped drive people back to the webpage. Vice
Chairman Lewis indicated that after careful review of the brochure there was
a lot of information the Commission was not making available to residents.
He suggested putting in the address for shelters, assistances, etc. Mr. Dennis
indicated that the intent of this brochure was to raise awareness that there
was a Commission. He indicated that there would be links on the webpage.
City Manager Watenpaugh suggested adding the State Emergency
Management System (SEMS) to the brochure. Police Chief Fetherolf
indicated that he believed that this brochure was to introduce the
Commission to the community and the issues that were being brought up
would be for another brochure. Vice Chairman Lewis indicated that his
concern was that the total budget was $10,000 per year and 40% was being
used toward an introductory guide which really served no purpose in the
event of an emergency. Commissioner Arnold indicated that this might not
be the appropriate brochure for information regarding HAM operators,
Hazmat, FEMA, etc. Commissioner Hewison indicated that he was going to
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suggest in his Commissioner comments that the Commission review the
Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response Program as an agenda item.
MOVED BY HEWISON, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED
BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS AND FORWARD THE BROCHURE
TO CITY COUNCIL AS PREPARED, TAKING NOTE OF THE
NEED TO COINCIDE WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE WEB
SITE AND NOTE THE WORDING RELATIVE TO THE
FORMATION OF THE COMMISSION.
22. Supplemental Engineering and Economic Feasibility Report for
Rehabilitation of Boat Launch Facility.
Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy gave an overview of the item.
He indicated that the facility was built in the late 1960's and was in need of
rehabilitation. He indicated that in 2002 the City prepared a Feasibility
Report and applied for grant funding from the California Department of
Boating & Waterways; and the City secured funding in the amount of$3
million, but the total project cost at that point was estimated at $3.9 million
and it only dealt with the boat launch facility at the site. He indicated that
the peninsula went out about 1,000 feet. He indicated that at an elevation of
about 1,240 feet the peninsula could be a potential hazard to wayward
waders and adjacent to the peninsula was a deep boating channel. He
indicated that the Commission had recommended four different alternatives
for further analysis by Noble Consultants. He described all four alternatives
and their costs. He indicated that the City would be responsible for anything
over the $3 million grant. He indicated that Noble Consultants had
recommended Alternative Plan 2.
Commissioner Arnold indicated that as he reviewed the staff report he could
not locate the cost of fill that had to be imported. Chairman Uhlry explained
that dirt could not be imported into the Lake or Lake bed or back bay. He
indicated that it would change the retention of the Lake. Mr. Kilroy
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indicated that there would be no importation of fill, he referred to page 6 of
14. He indicated that the analysis and economic numbers in the reports were
based on dredging of material on site. Commissioner Arnold indicated that
the figures indicated that there was not sufficient dredge material. Mr.
Kilroy indicated that a little would be taken out of the marina.
Commissioner Arnold requested clarification that it would remove a portion
of the peninsula and use it for fill material and then there would be dredging
deeper in the Lake. Mr. Kilroy explained that the marina would be enlarged
for dredge material. He indicated that there was no attempt to enlarge the
arena, but it would happen as a result of getting dredge material.
Commissioner Hewison indicated that the original proposal was for $7.5
million to $7.6 million and the Commission requested that staff review the
proposal and try to get to $5 million. He inquired if the new proposal had
removed any safety issues to get the dollar amount reduced. Mr. Kilroy
indicated that there was nothing removed in terms of safety. Commissioner
Hewison requested input from Mr. Kilroy. Mr. Kilroy indicated that he
liked Alternative 2, because it provided additional dock space.
Commissioner Hewison indicated that he did not understand the adjusted
construction cost, which was 1/3rd and then there was an arbitrary
calculation of 40% of the construction cost for nonconstruction cost.
Commissioner Hewison commented that he did not need a response at that
time. Chairman Uhlry indicated that he believed Commissioner Hewison
was asking for a breakdown on the 30% nonconstruction cost. Mr. Kilroy
indicated that the nonconstruction cost included an Engineer, an inspection
by an engineer, and permitting from different Resource Agencies the City
was required to go through. He indicated there was also an escalation factor
that was put into the nonconstruction cost, because there was a lapse time
when the Feasibility Report went in. Mr. Kilroy indicated that he could
provide the Commission with a breakdown.
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Commissioner Arnold questioned if it was City policy to require bonding.
Mr. Kilroy confirmed that that was a requirement.
Vice Chairman Lewis inquired if the desired lake level was 1,240 feet. Lake
& Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy indicated that the desired lake level
was a range and that could not be controlled at this time. He indicated that
the boat launch would operate from 1,230 feet to 1,255 feet elevation. Vice
Chairman Lewis inquired about the average depth of the Lake at 1,240 feet.
Mr. Kilroy indicated it might be about 14 feet.
Commissioner Hewison indicated that the Concessionaire was looking to
improve the marina campground area and questioned if it was possible to
have them to provide some funding for the project. City Manager
Watenpaugh indicated that the Concessionaire was contemplating the idea to
invest almost $17 million in improving the campground.
Chairman Uhlry indicated that he was concerned that if a berm of any type
was put underwater, the City would be creating a potential fall hazard for
another potential drowning. He indicated that if it was above water it would
be visible. Mr. Kilroy indicated that instead of the berm remaining level as
the peninsula remained level as it headed out 1,000 feet the berm would
have a gradual fall. Chairman Uhlry advised that he was not in favor of
berms underwater or potentially underwater, because it was creating another
hazard. Mr. Kilroy indicated that a riprap rock berm was difficult to walk
on. Chairman Uhlry inquired if the pieces of concrete by (what he calls) the
Marina jetty, where people had drowned, would be removed. Mr. Kilroy
indicated that it would be completely demolshed. City Manager
Watenpaugh advised that there had been no drownings in that area. He
indicated that the drownings did not take place in one area; they took place
in a variety of different places along the peninsula. He indicated that there
was armament along the eastside of the peninsula. City Manager
Watenpaugh indicated again that no drownings had taken place in that area.
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Commissioner Hewison inquired about the term of the project. Mr. Kilroy
commented that it was estimated for 18 months.
Chairman Uhlry entertained a motion to recommend Alternate Plan 2 for
recommendation to the City Council. Commissioner Hewison inquired if
that motion would include the answer to the questions the Commission had.
Chairman Uhlry commented that he thought the Commission had received
clarification on the issues raised by the Commission. City Manager
Watenpaugh commented that Commissioner Hewison had addressed some
funding issues in the timing process. Chairman Uhlry indicated that as an
Advisory Commission to the Council he did not feel the Commission had
control over funding issues. He indicated that he felt their responsibility was
to review the project and find the feasible one from a safety issue. He
indicated that it was the Council responsibility to figure out how and when
those dollars would be available. Commissioner Hewison indicated that he
did not feel the Commission role was just to send things up to Council.
MOVED BY HEWISON, SECONDED BY LEWIS AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE STAFF
RECOMMENDATION AND FORWARD TO CITY COUNCIL THE
NOBLE CONSULTANTS ALTERNATIVE 2 AND THAT THE
RECOMMENDATION DULY NOTE THAT THE COST WAS BEING
REDUCED FROM THE ORIGINAL INDICATION AND PUBLIC
SAFETY HAD NOT BEEN COMPROMISED IN ACHIEVING THAT
COST SAVINGS, FURTHER THE COMMISSION DISCUSSED AT
SOME LENGTH THE PROPOSED COST, AND THERE ARE STILL
DETAILS TO BE RESOLVED RELATIVE TO THE
CONSTRUCTION AND NONCONSTRUCTION COSTS THAT
SHOULD BE RESOLVED BY STAFF WITH NOBLE
CONSULTANTS IN CONCLUDING THE PROJECT.
City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that staff hoped that the Chairman or a
representative of the Commission would be present when this item was
presented to the Council.
Agenda Item No.
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23. Professional Services Agreement for Aquatic Safety Assessment of Lake
Elsinore.
Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy gave an overview of the item.
He indicated that at the discretion of the Commission he went back and tried
to seek a consultant with more experience in natural public beaches, policies
and signage. He indicated that he reviewed the resumes of three additional
consultants. He noted that it was difficult to find an aquatic safety expert
that met all of the needs. He also noted that most people who were aquatic
safety experts came from a lifeguard background. He indicated that he
would recommend Mr. Tom Griffith, Aquatic Safety Research Group LLC.
He was chosen due to his formal education, experience, research, authorship,
and expert witness testimony and acceptance by judges in the field of
aquatic safety. He indicated that he was impressed by a book written by Mr.
Griffith, title "Better Beaches". He commented on some of the chapters in
the book and how they related to issues involving the Lake. He indicated
that he would recommend that the Commission approve Mr. Griffith as the
consultant to conduct the Lake Safety Assessment.
Commissioner Arnold commented on page 11 of 38 regarding the mediation
process and the fact that a dispute could still remain and result in litigation
between the parties. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that the contract
in the staff report was a standard contract from the City Attorney. He
advised that City Attorney Leibold and her office dictated what went into the
contracts. City Manager Watenpaugh noted that the signature page of the
contract should only read: City Manager.
Commissioner Hewison indicated the cover memo nor the consultant
proposal indicated deliverables. Mr. Kilroy indicated that he could change
Task G from a task to a deliverable. Mr. Kilroy noted that in item 2 there
was wording regarding a deliverable time frame for reports. Commissioner
Hewison indicated that the proposal did not mention preparing a report and
Mr. Griffith was only recommending 3 effectively 1 day trips to California;
and he questioned the lengthy time line of 360 days. He suggested
shortening the timeline. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that paragraph
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2 addressed what he would do, but did not address deliverables. He
indicated that staff could change the scope of work and add the deliverables.
Mr. Kilroy indicated that he might be able to complete the work sooner.
Commissioner Hewison indicated that 180 days was a long time and
suggested shortening the timeframe. Chairman Uhlry deferred to Mr. Kilroy
regarding his thoughts on the timeframe. Mr. Kilroy indicated that Mr.
Griffith might be able to address it within 90 days it might put more pressure
on him. He indicated that this issue was not discussed with Mr. Griffith and
noted that he had other work as well.
Commissioner Arnold indicated that the staff report did mention Mr. Griffith
producing an administrative draft report, but it did not give a time frame.
Chairman Uhlry indicated that he did not want to see a rush report due to a
short timeframe. Chairman Uhlry suggested speeding up the draft report.
Police Chief Fetherolf suggested contacting Mr. Griffith to see ifhe was able
to adhere to those time frames suggested by the Commission.
Commissioner Hewison indicated that there was nothing indicating that Mr.
Griffith completed a lake survey. Mr. Kilroy indicated that all the
candidates had similar backgrounds. He indicated that Mr. Griffith had
taking all of his education, his experience, and a trained eye to review all the
issues that were important to Lake Elsinore. Chairman Uhlry indicated that
Mr. Griffith was extremely qualified to look at the issues on the our lake.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY LEWIS AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECOMMEND TO
COUNCIL THE APPROVAL OF STAFF RECOMMENDATION
WITH THE PROVISION THAT STAFF ESTABLISH TIMELINES
WITH THE CONSULTANT REGARDING THE DELIVERABLES.
24. Election of Officers.
Chairman Uhlry gave an overview of the item.
COMMISSIONER LEWIS NOMINATED COMMISSIONER
HEWISON FOR CHAIRMAN.
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COMMISSIONER HEWISON DECLINED THE POSITION OF
CHAIRMAN.
COMMISSIONER HEWISON NOMINATED COMMISSIONER
LEWIS FOR CHAIRMAN.
MOVED BY HEWISON, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED
BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO SELECT
COMMISSIONER LEWIS FOR CHAIRMAN.
COMMISSIONER LEWIS ACCEPTED THE POSITION OF
CHAIRMAN.
COMMISSIONER UHLRY NOMINATED COMMISSIONER
ARNOLD FOR VICE CHAIRMAN.
MOVED BY UHLRY, SECONDED BY HEWISON AND CARRIED
BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO SELECT
COMMISSIONER ARNOLD FOR VICE CHAIRMAN.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Watenpaugh commented that this was his last meeting and it was
great working with the Commission.
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
Commissioner Hewison congratulated City Manager Watenpaugh on his
retirement and congratulated Assistant City Manager Best on her new position
with the City of Calexico. He also congratulated the new Chairman and Vice
Chairman of the Commission. He requested staff reply to his September 29th
memo regarding the Tuscany Hills traffic issues. He commented that he would
like more feed back or involvement with Public Works. He indicated that the
Public Works Manager was heading up the Disaster Preparedness. He indicated
that the Murrieta Public Safety Committee regularly addressed school safety
issues. He noted it was not on school property, but on the approaching roads. He
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suggested an updated memorandum on a regular basis that listed grants applied
for during 2004 which were relative to public safety. He commented on the
December Social Services Connection meeting hosted by former Mayor Buckley.
He indicated that the Red Cross was interested in a Lake Elsinore base.
Vice Chairman Arnold had no comments.
Commissioner Uhlry commented on the Citizen's patrol.
Chairman Lewis congratulated City Manager Watenpaugh and Assistant City
Manager Best.
ADJOURNMENT
THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING WAS
ADJOURNED AT 8:10 P ~M.~... ..
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. DANIEL UHLRY, CHAIRMAN
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION
Respectfully submitted,
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VICKI KA AD, CMC, CITY CLERK!
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
Agenda Item No.
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MINUTES
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 09, 2005
*************************************************************
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Lewis called the Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting to
order at 6:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ARNOLD, HEWISON,
KNIGHT, LEWIS
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: UHLRY
Also present were: City Manager Brady, Information/Communications
Manager Dennis, Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy, Police
Lieutenant Koepp and Clerk of the Board Ray.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Knight.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Vice Chairman Arnold commended staff on the PSAC website.
CONSENT ITEMS
MOVED BY HEWISON, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE
CONSENT CALENDAR WITH CORRECTIONS TO THE MINUTES.
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1. The following Minutes were approved with corrections:
A. Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting - December 8,2004.
B. Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting - January 12,2005.
BUSINESS ITEMS
21. Council Action on PSAC Recommendations - January 25th Council
Meeting.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave an overview of the
item. He indicated that any recommendation the Commission sent to
Council would come back to the Commission on the agenda as to the action
Council had taken on the recommendation.
Commissioner Hewison thanked staff for the update. He indicated that two
of the items were ongoing items and suggested that staff continue to give an
update on those particular items.
MOVED BY HEWISON, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND FILE
THE REPORT.
22. Goals and Obiectives 2005.
City Manager Brady gave an overview of the item.
Chairman Lewis indicated that there should be a representative from each of
the emergency services at the PSAC Meetings. He also indicated that he had
created a draft of a Mission Statement for the PSAC. He suggested feed
back on the draft from the Commission. He explained that he had spoken
with Information/Communications Manager Dennis and requested a
calendar be created to address issues each month related to activities that
would be taking place. He suggested making the calendar available to the
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cItIzens. He noted that he was primarily interested in youth safety. He
indicated that there were safety issues that needed to be addressed regarding
the motocross track.
Commissioner Hewison echoed Chairman Lewis comments regarding
creation of a calendar.
Vice Chairman Arnold questioned if there was a disaster preparedness plan
in place. City Manager Brady confirmed. Mr. Brady also indicated that the
required drills were conducted.
Commissioner Hewison inquired if the PSAC Brochure had been
distributed. Mr. Dennis indicated that it had been printed, but not widely
distributed, although it had been available at City Hall.
Lieutenant Koepp indicated that within the last two months there was a
regional earthquake drill involving all the local school districts, the Sheriffs
Department and partial City staff. He explained that it followed the State
Emergency Management System guidelines.
Commissioner Knight reminded everyone that the School District and the
City were two separate entities. He suggested not waiting until later on in
the year for Fire Department personnel to be present at meetings due to mud
slides and summer fires.
Commissioner Hewison indicated that his focus was information and not to
double check professionals in their line of work. He further indicated that
the more information was provided to the citizens, the more comfortable
they would feel.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY HEWISON AND CARRIED BY
A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE
PLACEMENT OF LAKE AND AQUATIC SAFETY ON THE MARCH
AGENDA AND FIREWORKS SAFETY ON THE JUNE CALENDAR.
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23. PSAC Task Area Assignments.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave an overview of the
item. He indicated that he was able to create four categories for the
Commission to review.
Vice Chairman Arnold requested clarification regarding the extent of input
and involvement in the process with grants and funding. Mr. Dennis
explained that the Commission had the oversight of all safety activities of
the City within the City's control and City Council policy. He indicated that
the PSAC was an umbrella of staff involvement in safety issues.
Vice Chairman Arnold suggested that it was the Commission's
responsibility to issue a report to the Council on ongoing safety issues. He
indicated that it was the Commission's responsibility to be the eyes and ears
of the Council.
Chairman Lewis indicated that the Commission needed to be made aware of
safety issues that staff was already involved in.
Commissioner Hewison indicated that he understood the report to mean that
the Commission would allocate some areas of responsibility amongst the
Commission members themselves.
City Manager Brady clarified that the Commission was satisfied with the
categories listed in the staff report.
Vice Chairman Arnold indicated that he would be interested in Grants/
Disaster Preparedness.
Commissioner Knight indicated that he would be interested in Disaster
Preparedness.
Chairman Lewis indicated that he would be interested in Outreach/Education
and Disaster Preparedness/ Safety Assessment.
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Commissioner Hewison indicated that he would be interested in Citizen's
Action Patrol; and suggested leaving 3 of the 4 task areas open for
Commissioner Uhlry.
MOVED BY HEWISON, SECONDED BY ARNOLD WITH A
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT FOR THE COMMISSION
TO ALLOCATE RESPONSIBILITY TO THE FOUR KEY TASKS,
COMMISSIONER UHLRY WILL REVIEW THE TASK AREAS AND
EXPRESS HIS WISHES; AND THE COMMISSION WILL DECIDE ON
THIS AT THE MARCH, 2005 MEETING.
24. PSAC Web Site Demonstration.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave an overview of the
item. He indicated that it was on the web site, but it was also in a testing
phase. He indicated that there was an interactive online form for citizens.
He commented on the different links for the web site.
Vice Chairman Arnold commended Mr. Dennis on the web site.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED
BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND
FILE THE REPORT.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMMENTS
No comments.
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
Vice Chairman Arnold had no comments.
Commissioner Hewison reminded City Manager Brady of items that the
Commission had requested from staff; and the Commission had not received a
report on those particular items.
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Vice Chairman Arnold suggested an Action Item List to inform staff and the
Commission on items that needed a response from staff.
City Manager Brady requested that if there was an action item that it would be
clearly indicated in the minutes of the meeting.
Chairman Lewis gave some background about himself to the Commission. He
indicated that his goal was to make a difference in the lives of others. He
thanked staff for their help.
ADJOURNMENT
THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COM
ADJOURNED AT 7:30 P.M.
MICHAE LEWIS, CHAIRMAN
PUBLI SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION
Res~9fullY submitted, /
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VICKI KASAD, CMC, CLERK OF THE BOARD/
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
MINUTES
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 09, 2005
*************************************************************
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Lewis called the Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting to
order at 6:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ARNOLD, HEWISON,
KNIGHT, LEWIS
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: UHLRY
Also present were: City Manager Brady, Information/Communications
Manager Dennis, Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy, Police
Lieutenant Koepp and Clerk of the Board Ray.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Chairman Arnold.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
CONSENT ITEMS
None.
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BUSINESS ITEMS
21. Lake Elsinore Management Proiect: Operational Review.
City Manager Brady gave an overview of the item. He deferred to Lake &
Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy. Mr. Kilroy indicated that this review
was also presented to the Council at the previous Council Meeting. He
indicated that this season the Lake had received the 5th highest volume the
past 75 years from the San Jacinto River. He noted the Lake elevation
increase from the 2004 storm season to the 2005 storm season. He also
noted that there had been a 20' increase in the Lake between the seasons.
He indicated that since 1928 the desire of the community was to try and
stabilize the Lake at a minimum of 1240' elevation. He noted that the Lake
went dry for the first time in the early 1950's and remained dry or very low
for a 10 to 15 year period. He indicated that the Lake flooded in the late
1980's. He explained that the community later worked out a plan to control
the peaks and valleys through a lake stabilization plan known as the Lake
Elsinore Management Project. He indicated the goal was to reduce
evaporation loss, reduce flood damage, improve water quality, enhance
habitat as well as recreation opportunities. He indicated that the Lake
Elsinore Management Authority (LEMA) was then created to manage the
stabilization project. Mr. Kilroy explained the schematics of LEMA.
Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy gave some background on efforts
by the City to ensure Flood Preparedness. He indicated that the City had
responded to the possible threat of flooding by surveying shoreline
properties within the City limits along the Lake. He explained that staff had
sandbagged five of the homes. He commented that one property owner
declined. He explained that the City was working with other agencies
coordinated by the Riverside County Fire Department Office of Emergency
Services.
Vice Chairman Arnold inquired if there had been studies regarding faults in
the area. Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy confirmed and noted
that there was a considerable number of faults in the Lake Elsinore area.
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Vice Chairman Arnold questioned if there were building code restrictions
regarding the pad level of homes. Mr. Kilroy explained that the City had
recently established a height of 1267' for homes.
Commissioner Hewison questioned the possible damage that could occur if
the Lake received another 3 or 4 inches of rain. Mr. Kilroy explained that he
could not calculate how inches of rain fall translate into Lake rising and the
damage it would cause.
Commissioner Knight inquired if the weir was manually operated. Mr.
Kilroy explained that all the flood control structures were preset and on
automatic power.
Chairman Lewis questioned the evaporation of 9,000 gallons per minute;
since the Lake received so much water. Mr. Kilroy explained that the
volume increased but the evaporation amount per minute should not
Increase.
Chairman Lewis questioned the settlements in the water from Canyon Lake.
Mr. Kilroy explained that Canyon Lake had an unusual ecology of bacteria
in their Lake, but it was not necessarily harmful to humans.
MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND FILE
THE REPORT.
Commissioner Knight commended Mr. Kilroy on the previous presentation
and indicated that the presentation should be seen by all the citizens of Lake
Elsinore.
22. Public Information: Lake Management Education.
City Manager Brady gave an overview of the item. Mr. Brady deferred to
Information/Communications Manager Dennis. Mr. Dennis indicated that
the City had proactive and reactive steps for public education in place. He
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indicated that he and Greg Morrison had co-written an editorial designed to
explain the operation of the Lake. He indicated that staff had planned to also
put brochures online. He indicated that if there was a real time situation
regarding flooding, staff would place an ad in the local paper and reproduce
the illustration provided to the Commission and include any warnings,
safety, and contact information. He indicated that staff would be shooting
some video for documentation and analysis.
Chairman Lewis inquired if staff had direct contact with local news media
and Los Angeles news media. Mr. Dennis explained that staff maintained an
updated media list, but he did not have direct rapport with the media.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY HEWISON AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND FILE
THE REPORT.
23. Status Report: Task Tracking.
City Manager Brady gave an overview of the item. He indicated that
Information/ Communication Manager Dennis had put a list of the tasks
together and it was included in the staff report provided to the Commission.
City Manager Brady deferred to Mr. Dennis.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis indicated that the tracking
sheet would assist staff and the Commission on the status of ongoing issues
as well as issues that were resolved.
MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND FILE
THE REPORT.
Lieutenant Koepp commented that Police Chief Fetherolf was attending an
awards ceremony. He indicated that there were a number of Officers from
the Lake Elsinore Police Department that were receiving awards.
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CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Brady commended Information/Communications Manager Dennis
and Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy on the outstanding work they had
being doing in regards to the Lake. He also commended the Public Works
Department for their efforts during the storm season.
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
Commissioner Knight thanked staff for resolving an issue with a sign posting
near the local High School.
Commissioner Hewison requested an update on a possible Ordinance for the
Lake. City Manager Brady explained that it was being reviewed and the item
would be brought back to the Commission.
Vice Chairman Arnold commented that he appreciated the presentation. He
commented that KCAL news had aired an expose', which indicated that there
were residences that placed up to 33 sex offenders in a single dwelling in the
middle of a residential neighborhood within walking distance of public schools.
Lieutenant Koepp indicated that he was not aware if there was such a situation in
Lake Elsinore. He indicated that sex offenders were required to register in the
City in which they resided. He further indicated that if the same address was
used by numerous sex offenders, it would be flagged.
Chairman Lewis requested that each Commissioner select five issues they were
concerned with and following each meeting the Chair and Vice Chair would meet
and they would be adding five new topics to the Business Items each month. He
informed City Manager Brady that he had repeatedly requested in the past that
the PSAC be made aware of any ongoing and upcoming events that could have
some area of danger. He indicated that it had come to his attention that
California Skier was in the process of working out arrangements with the City or
Lake Management to teach water skiing. He requested those events come before
PSAC. He suggested a scheduled time for the Chair and Vice Chair to meet with
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Information/Communications Manager Dennis to discuss the next months
meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING WAS
ADJOURNED AT 7:08 P.M.
MICHAE LEWIS, CHAIRMAN
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION
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CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
MINUTES
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2005
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Lewis called the Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ARNOLD, HEWISON,
KNIGHT, LEWIS
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: VACANT
Also present were: City Manager Brady, Police Chief Fetherolf, Fire Chief
Gallegos, Information/Communications Manager Dennis, Office Specialist
I Soto and Deputy City Clerk Ray.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Information/Communications Manager
Dennis.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
CONSENT ITEMS
None.
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BUSINESS ITEMS
21. Police Enforcement - Stricter Ordinance for Home Parties.
City Manager Brady gave an overview of the item.
City Manager Brady then deferred to Information/Communications Manager
Dennis who gave a more in-depth overview of the item researched by the
City Attorney's office.
Vice Chairman Arnold inquired whether Police Chief Fetherolf and City
Attorney Leibold were working together in a joint effort to devise stricter
ordinances pertaining to this issue. Police Chief Fetherolf responded that he
had been in contact with the City Attorney's office numerous times in
regards to researching comprehensive items pertaining to this issue.
Commissioner Hewison commented that he pulled the City's Ordinance
pertaining to the issue being addressed and compared it to neighboring
cities. Police Chief Fetherolf responded that forward language used in an
Ordinance was a better way to write an Ordinance since it established the
intent of the legislative body. He noted it would provide support to the
Police Department when trying to enforce an issue.
Chairman Lewis suggested that residents in the community video tape
incidents if possible. Police Chief Fetherolf remarked that video taped
incidents would provide probable cause for the District Attorney to initiate
for the prosecution of the case.
Chairman Lewis allowed time for public comment.
Dennis Sickle, 33445 Megan Court, commented about the safety for
residents of his neighborhood and the type of activity that continued to
transpire at a residence in his neighborhood.
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Chairman Lewis commented that Dennis Sickle was one of the two
applicants for the Public Safety Advisory Commission.
MOVED BY LEWIS, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND FILE
THE REPORT.
22. Baby Safe Haven Program.
Chairman Lewis indicated that the program gave birth mothers the ability to
take their child to a Hospital, Police Station or Fire Station to be cared for
properly, with a no questions asked policy.
City Manager Brady commented that the Program was already something
local Fire Stations were a part of. City Manager Brady deferred to Fire
Chief Gallegos. Fire Chief Gallegos gave an overview of the Program and
how it functioned.
Fire Chief Gallegos reiterated that the Baby Safe Haven Program provided
the opportunity for a birth mother to come to a fire station or emergency
room and present a new born baby. A primary survey to establish whether
there had been neglect or abuse would be conducted. Information would
then be gathered from the individual and a packet of information would be
given which contained two wrist bands. The wrist bands were identified
with numbers and no names, those numbers coincide with each other. One
of the wrist bands would be placed on the infant's ankle and the other on the
mother's wrist. This would be used as a tracking number, within 14 days of
the dropping off the infant the mother could come back and reclaim the
infant if they should decide to change their mind. Once the infant was
deemed okay, the child would be transported to the hospital. Child
Protective Services would provide a home for the infant for 14 days in case
the mother should decide to come back. He commented that there were
Program stickers on every dumpster in Spanish and English.
MOVED BY HEWISON, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND FILE
THE REPORT
Agenda Item No.
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23. Ouarterly Meetings at Cultural Center with Department Heads.
Chairman Lewis gave an overview of the item. He suggested that the
Public Safety Advisory Commission Meetings be moved to a quarterly
meeting with the possibility of two study sessions throughout the month.
Chairman Lewis indicated that the commission would like to have
Department Heads and anyone involved in departments that might have
safety issues present at that quarterly meeting.
City Manager Brady commented that it would be adequate for the
Commission to conduct quarterly meetings.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, MOTION DIED DUE TO LACK OF A
SECOND.
Chairman Lewis expressed difficulty with making a decision on this item
since his term expired at the end of the month. Vice Chairman Arnold
suggested tabling the item.
Commissioner Knight added that the quarterly meetings were a great idea,
but there had not been enough research conducted to make a decision at this
time.
Commissioner Hewison expressed his concerns with making such a decision
without a full Commission.
City Manager Brady suggested making a decision once the Public Safety
Advisory Commission had a full body. He also clarified that the deadline
for the Public Safety Advisory Commission applications was July 1 st.
Commissioner Hewison commented that if they had any new members in
July, he would be reluctant that they vote on this particular item for their
first ever meeting.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY HEWISON AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO TABLE ITEMS NO. 23
& NO. 24.
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24.Bi-Weekly Study Sessions at Police Station
THIS ITEM WAS CONSIDERED WITH ITEM NO. 23 AND BOTH
ITEMS WERE MOVED TO BE TABLED.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Brady commented on an e-mail that was received regarding
parking in front of or adjacent to fire hydrants. He wanted to inform the
Commission that the law stated that the curb did not need to be painted red,
however you must be a certain footage away from the hydrant.
City Manager Brady also invited the Commission to the EDC luncheon that
would be focusing on Public Safety.
City Manager Brady introduced and welcomed Office Specialist I Soto to the
Commissioners.
City Manager Brady commented that there was now a mail slot available to the
Commissioners located in the City Clerk's Office.
City Manager Brady added that he would like to make the residents aware that
there was a Resolution at the June 14, 2005 Council Meeting to paint the
Grandview A venue curb red or put signs up that there was no parking along that
side. He indicated that it would help the Police Department enforce that there
was no parking in that area.
City Manager Brady thanked Chairman Lewis for his service on the Commission.
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
Commissioner Knight commented on the departure of Vicki Kasad and that she
would be missed.
Commissioner Hewison thanked City Manager Brady for the 25 mph signs, and
that they had been well received.
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Chairman Lewis addressed his goals for the Commission going forward.
ADJOURNMENT
THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COM
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MICHAEL L WIS, CHAIRMAN
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION
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CITY OF LA
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10,2005
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Hewison called the Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mrs. Cindy Hewison.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ARNOLD, HEWISON,
KNIGHT, SUND, ZANELLI
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: NONE
Also present were: City Manager Brady, Sergeant Sharp, Lake & Aquatic
Resources Director Kilroy, Office Specialist I Soto and Deputy City Clerk
Ray.
REORGANIZATION OF OFFICERS
Deputy City Clerk Ray assumed the chair and opened up the nominations for
Chairman.
MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY HEWISON TO NOMINATE
COMMISSIONER HEWISON FOR CHAIRMAN.
MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY HEWISON TO CLOSE THE
NOMINATION FOR CHAIRMAN.
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DEPUTY CITY CLERK RAY CALLED FOR A ROLL CALL VOTE
WITH THE RESULTS AS FOLLOWS:
VICE CHAIRMAN ARNOLD VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER
HEWISON.
COMMISSIONER HEWISON VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER
HEWISON.
COMMISSIONER KNIGHT VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER
HEWISON.
COMMISSIONER SUND VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER HEWISON.
COMMISSIONER ZANELLI VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER
HEWISON.
COMMISSIONER HEWISON ACCEPTED THE POSITION OF
CHAIRMAN.
Chairman Hewison assumed the chair and opened up the nominations for Vice
Chairman.
MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY KNIGHT TO NOMINATE
COMMISSIONER KNIGHT FOR VICE CHAIRMAN.
MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY KNIGHT TO CLOSE THE
NOMINATION FOR VICE CHAIRMAN.
DEPUTY CITY CLERK RAY CALLD FOR A ROLL CALL VOTE
WITH THE RESULTS AS FOLLOWS:
COMMISSIONER ARNOLD VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER KNIGHT.
CHAIRMAN HEWISON VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER KNIGHT.
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COMMISSIONER KNIGHT VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER KNIGHT.
COMMISSIONER SUND VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER KNIGHT.
COMMISSIONER ZANELLI VOTED FOR COMMISSIONER KNIGHT.
COMMISSIONER KNIGHT ACCEPTED THE POSITION OF VICE
CHAIRMAN.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Cindy Hewison, 35 Villa Valtelena, commented that she would like a stop sign
placed at the comer of Summerhill and Via Scenica in Tuscany Hills. She
mentioned a study previously conducted that indicated that the location had a
blind curve where a stop sign could not be placed. She commented on the
traffic and population of the area and stressed the need for a stop sign or traffic
signal for that location, and asked that consideration be taken into looking into
the item.
Chairman Hewison deferred to City Manager Brady for direction.
City Manager Brady indicated that he would speak to the Traffic Engineer and
bring a report back to the City Council.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes.
a. June 8, 2005
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE
CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED.
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BUSINESS ITEMS
21. Lake Elsinore Recreational Aquatic Safety Assessment Final Draft.
Chairman Hewison deferred to City Manager Brady to introduce the item.
City Manager Brady deferred to Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy
to give a brief overview of the item.
Mr. Kilroy gave a brief overview and description of the item. He noted that
there would be a study session held on the item. He further noted concerns
with shoreline and aquatic safety.
Mr. Kilroy noted that Tom Griffiths was hired by the City Council upon the
recommendation of the Public Safety Advisory Commission to address
issues of shoreline and aquatic safety. He gave some background on Mr.
Griffiths and expressed that Mr. Griffiths was more than qualified to
perform the study. He noted several items that Mr. Griffiths was given to
perform. He further noted the 4 main areas Mr. Griffiths touched upon;
which were practices, policies, personnel and programs. Mr. Kilroy gave a
more in-depth overview of the 4 main areas.
Commissioner Arnold questioned if City staff had looked at the cost
involved to implement some of the suggestions proposed by Mr. Griffiths.
Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy commented that he had not had
the opportunity to estimate the total cost to implement the suggestions given
by Mr. Griffiths, he suggested that he would wait for the direction of the
City Council on what would be prioritized.
Commissioner Zanelli noted that he had read the report submitted by Mr.
Griffiths and that he was concerned with the liability of the life preserver
program that was mentioned.
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Mr. Kilroy stated that the liability of the life preserver program was a good
point. He commented that further conversation and legal advice from the
City Attorney would help give insight on the matter.
Vice Chairman Knight expressed that he was excited about the report and
satisfied with the direction that it was going.
Commissioner Sund noted that color-coordinated signage was a good idea.
Commissioner Arnold inquired if the corrections to the lake brochure, that
were previously discussed, had been made.
Mr. Kilroy stated that he had started to implement some of the corrections.
Chairman Hewison commented that the report prepared by Mr. Griffiths was
excellent. He suggested doing a safety assessment every 2 to 3 years. He
commented that he would like to prioritize a timeline and cost to implement
the suggestions by Mr. Griffiths.
MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED
BY UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND
FILE THE REPORT.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Brady commented that there would be a study session on aquatic
safety held August 1 ih, and invited Public Safety Advisory Commissioners to
attend.
He also noted a joint study session Council had set up with the Planning
Commission and Public Safety Advisory Commission on August 30th to discuss
goals and objectives.
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He congratulated Chairman Hewison and Vice Chair Knight on their
appointments; and welcomed Commissioner Sund and Commissioner Zanelli to
the Commission.
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
Vice Chairman Knight welcomed Commissioner Sund and Commissioner Zanelli
to the Commission.
Commissioner Zanelli expressed his satisfaction to be apart of the Commission
and noted that he looked forward to the possibilities the Commission could
contribute to the community.
Commissioner Arnold welcomed Commissioner Sund and Commissioner Zanelli
to the Commission. He also thanked Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy
for his presentation.
Commissioner Sund congratulated Chairman Hewison and Vice Chairman
Knight on their appointments.
Chairman Hewison noted that goals and objectives would be a key issue for the
Commission to gain credibility and to work forward positively in the overall
interest of the City.
ADJOURNMENT
THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING WAS
ADJOURNED AT 6:38 P.M.
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION
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MICHELLE SOTO, OFFICE SPECIALIST I
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CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14,2005
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Hewison called the Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Lake & Aquatic Resources Director
Kilroy.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ARNOLD, HEWISON,
KNIGHT, SUND, ZANELLI
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: NONE
Also present were: City Manager Brady, Lake & Aquatic Resources
Director Kilroy, Information/Communications Manager Dennis and Office
Specialist ISoto.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Sally Genco, 15030 Ficus Street, commented that she would like to get a stop
sign placed on her street. She stated that she lived down the street from
Withrow Elementary. She noted that she had almost been hit, several times, by
speeding vehicles. She noted that she had spoken to Traffic Engineer Mackey,
who indicated that the City could not put in any speed bumps and that all the
signs in the neighborhood were fine. She noted that Mr. Mackey had referred
her to attend a PSAC meeting to voice her concerns.
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Chairman Hewison inquired if the final response Mr. Mackey had given Mrs.
Genco was to attend a PSAC meeting.
Mrs. Genco stated that Mr. Mackey referred her to come to the PSAC meeting
to voice her concerns and that was the last that she had heard of anything.
City Manager Brady inquired on the exact location Mrs. Genco would like the
stop sign located.
Mrs. Genco indicated the exact location of where she felt the stop sign should
be located.
Mr. Brady gave an overview of Mr. Mackey's experience and expertise. He
stated that if Mr. Mackey had looked and evaluated the site and could not
further justify the location of the stop sign, then there may be liability or other
concerns to the City. He indicated that he would speak to Mr. Mackey to
further inquire on what could be done.
Commissioner Zanelli inquired if City Manager Brady could speak to the Police
Chief about surveying the area around the elementary school to enforce that
people obey the speed limit.
Mr. Brady indicated that he would speak to the Police Chief to see what could
be done about having officers patrol the area.
CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
BUSINESS ITEMS
21. Lake Inspection Tour follow up tasks.
Chairman Hewison deferred to City Manager Brady to introduce the item.
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City Manager Brady deferred to Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy
to give a brief overview of the item.
Mr. Kilroy gave a brief overview and description of the item. He noted that
during the lake inspection tour he had handed out revisions that were made
to the daily lake use pass. He further noted the revisions that were made
and what he would like to incorporate in the future.
Commissioner Knight noted that the revised color version was more
attractive than the original black and white brochure.
Mr. Kilroy indicated that he received cost estimates. He commented that it
was his recommendation to print the brochure in black and white and place
it on blue cardstock. He noted the price difference between brochures
printed in black and white versus color.
Commissioner Arnold inquired if zoning would be shown on the map of the
brochure. He further inquired if the zoning would be more distinguished if
the zones were identified by color.
Mr. Kilroy commented that too much color may appear to be confusing. He
suggested using various emblems that were color coded to demonstrate the
zoning of the lake.
Commissioner Zanelli suggested having an enlarged photo of the brochure
available on various beaches around the lake for people to read. He further
mentioned providing Spanish versions of the brochure. He said upon
speaking with the City Attorney, the City was not obligated to provide the
brochure in Spanish.
Mr. Kilroy stated that based upon recommendations from the Civil Grand
Jury report, the City had moved toward making a Spanish version of the lake
use guidelines and regulations. He stated that he would be speaking to the
commission regarding the Spanish version at the beginning of the new year.
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Commissioner Arnold suggested to draft up both English and Spanish
versions of the brochure, and it could be decided upon distribution which
brochure the individual would need.
Chairman Hewison inquired if "wading only" signs had been posted.
Mr. Kilroy indicated that no "wading only" signs had been posted.
MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE LAKE PASS
REVISIONS AS PROPOSED.
22. Set PSAC meeting presentations/dates.
Commissioner Zanelli indicated that he would like to cover the item of
disaster preparedness as apriority.
Commissioner Arnold indicated that he would like to place the item of
disaster preparedness as apriority.
City Manager Brady indicated that the City had a disaster preparedness
training program. He noted that each full-time employee of the City is a part
of that plan and program.
Mr. Brady suggested having a study session where a disaster preparedness
presentation could be done.
23.Revised Goals and Obiectives from ioint study session with City Council
(8/30/05).
Chairman Hewison gave an overview of the revised goals and objectives.
After open discussion among the commissioners, Mr. Hewison indicated the
areas of goals and objectives that would be covered and the commissioners
that would cover them.
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Mr. Hewison indicated that the Shoreline Safety Plan would be covered by
all the commissioners.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the Disaster Preparedness Plan would be covered
by Commissioner Arnold and Commissioner Zanelli.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the Citizen's Action Patrol would be put off to
later date to compromise who would be covering the item and when it would
be covered.
Mr. Hewison indicated that a meeting with the Police Chief and Fire Chief
would be put off to a later date for further disucussion.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the review of City Ordinances would be covered
by Commissioner Arnold and Commissioner Sund.
Mr. Hewison indicated that establishing a protocol for maintaining updates
on previous actions would be covered by Commissioner Arnold.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the level of consideration on Community
Outreach and Education would be covered by Commissioner Sund.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the update report for City Council in December
2005 would be covered by all of the commissioners.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the Municipal Code and Ordinance Review
would be covered by Commissioner Arnold and Commissioner Sund.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the Surveillance Technology Overview would be
covered by Commissioner Arnold and Commissioner Sund.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the Budget Review would be covered by
Commissioner Arnold and Chairman Hewison.
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Mr. Hewison indicated that the Country Club Heights Fire-flow Safety
Assessment would be covered by Commissioner Zanelli. It was also noted
to have the City Attorney, Planning Commission and Elsinore Water District
involved with the item.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the area of School Safety would be covered by
Vice Chairman Knight and Commissioner Sund.
Mr. Hewison indicated that Traffic Safety would be covered by all of the
commISSIOners.
Mr. Hewison indicated that the survey ofPSACs in other cities would be
covered by Chairman Hewison and Commissioner Zanelli.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Brady indicated that he turned a request over to the Police Chief
for a sign with radar that identifies speed on Via De La Valle based on the
request that was made at a previous PSAC meeting.
Mr. Brady indicated that stop signs at Via Seneca and Summerhill were
previously reviewed and considered unwarranted, and therefore signs would not
be put at that location. He indicated that he would further inquire on the item if
PSAC made a request for him to do so.
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
Commissioner Arnold thanked City staff for the lake tour. He noted that the
condition of the lake and shoreline were a lot better than what he had expected.
Commissioner Sund indicated that she would like to do more about public
relations in an effort to get the public to attend PSAC meetings.
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Vice Chairman Knight indicated that the Storm Stadium had two upcoming
championship games. He also indicated that Friday night there would be a high
school football trophy awarded to either Lake Elsinore High School or Temescal
High School and invited the public to attend.
Chairman Hewison stated that he was pleased with the way that PSAC and staff
were working together. He indicated that appreciated staffs support.
ADJOURNMENT
THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING WAS
ADJOURNED AT 7:10 P.M.
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RON HEWISON, CHAIRMAN
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION
Respectfully submitted,
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MICHELLE SOTO, OFFICE SPECIALIST I
ATTEST:
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F EDERICK AA Y (Y {UTY CITY CLERK
CITY OF LAKE E~~RE
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2005
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Hewison called the Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Sund.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ARNOLD, HEWISON,
KNIGHT, SUND
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ZANELLI
Also present were: Councilmember Buckley, City Manager Brady,
Information/Communications Manager Dennis and Office Specialist I
Soto.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes.
No comments.
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MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT, WITH COMMISSIONER
ZANELLI ABSENT, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS
PRESENTED.
BUSINESS ITEMS
21.NW Mosquito & Vector Control District Presentation: West Nile Virus
Update.
Jared Dever, Public Education Specialist for NW Mosquito & Vector
Control District, gave a brief overview of his company, the area they service
and what they do.
Mr. Dever indicated that their integrated pest management program included
surveillance. He noted that the second tier of their pest management
program was abatement. He noted that surveillance allowed their abatement
team to pinpoint all of the vectors and where they were breeding. He stated
that the third tier of their program was public education. He noted that the
more they could educate the public, the more successful the vector control
situation would be.
Mr. Dever noted that there were many vector control agencies throughout
the State, Country and the Wodd that operate on a reactive approach. He
further noted that a preventative approach allowed for a better handle on
vector control.
Mr. Dever gave an in-depth overview of diseases that were transported by
way of mosquito and how it affected the human body. He noted the
demographics of specific diseases and how many people were infected.
Mr. Dever indicated that the definition of a vector was any organism capable
of transmitting disease causing agents to humans or any animal that impacts
human health.
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Commissioner Arnold inquired if there was a demographic breakdown of the
number of people infected by the West Nile Virus and if senior citizens were
at a greater risk to be infected by the virus.
Mr. Dever indicated that there was a median age of the death from the West
Nile Virus. He noted that the whole gamete of people who were getting
infected from the virus needed to be examined. He stated that the age of
infected individuals spanned from an early as 2 years old to 95 years old.
He noted that the median age was 81 and 82 for California. He noted that
the age was dependent upon the population that the viruses happen to be
encountering.
Commissioner Arnold inquired if there were any steps that a municipality
could take to help assist Mr. Dever in identifying and making the public
aware that they were more vulnerable.
Mr. Dever indicated that if calls were received on a local level, they could be
directed to his company who would be happy to answer any questions that
anyone might have. He noted that all the information that was needed
regarding the virus could be reviewed on his company's website.
Mr. Dever noted that there were steps that one could take to protect
themselves from the West Nile Virus. He noted that preventative measures
could include wearing long sleeve shirts and long pants, avoid being outside
during dusk and dawn and to check and make sure window screens were
tight fitting.
Commissioner Arnold inquired if birds that migrate from outside our area
could infect local birds.
Mr. Dever indicated that the virus cycle was not dictated by infected birds
that were coming into an area, but on the ability of the birds that were local
to acquire the virus. He noted that the birds in our area were nearly immune
and had built up antibodies from the virus.
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Vice Chairman Knight inquired if the dead rats he had found on his lawn
could be infected with the West Nile Virus.
Mr. Dever indicated that rodents do not tend to be susceptible to the West
Nile Virus. He noted that horses, humans and birds were on the list as the
top three susceptible to West Nile Virus.
Chairman Hewison inquired if there was a backyard spray that helped kill
off mosquitoes.
Mr. Dever indicated that there was a spray that could help kill off
mosquitoes. He indicated mosquito magnets worked very well and were
similar to the traps that they utilized.
Chairman Hewison inquired if the City was more exposed to mosquitoes
because of the lake.
Mr. Dever indicated that the City was not at risk for more exposure to
mosquitoes. He noted that there was too much agitation for the water to
breed mosquitoes.
Chairman Hewison inquired if the information Mr. Dever had passed out
could be included on the next Outlook.
Information/Communications Manger Dennis indicated that Councilmember
Buckley had suggested that the power point presentation given by Mr. Dever
be put on PSACs webpage. He further noted that he had other channels
beside the Outlook to put information in.
Chairman Hewison stated that there were a lot of HOAs within the City and
inquired if Mr. Dever would be available to speak to them. .
Mr. Dever confirmed that he could be available to speak to the HaAs.
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Commissioner Arnold inquired if the individuals that had once been infected
by the West Nile Virus develop antibodies to the virus.
Mr. Dever confirmed that individuals that had once been infected developed
antibodies to the virus. He noted that because it was such a new virus the
assumption being made by the professionals was that once you have had the
virus you would develop lifetime immunity to it.
Mike Lewis, Resident, inquired if the West Nile Virus affected the
community year around.
Mr. Dever indicated that there were two versions of mosquitoes. He noted
that there were winter mosquitoes that had a preference for colder weather
and summer mosquitoes which were much more problematic. He stated that
transmission of the virus was occurring during the winter at much lower
levels than in the summer.
Mr. Lewis inquired if the areas in Country Club Heights that have pockets of
water year around should be of concern.
Mr. Dever indicated that a thimble of stagnant water would breed 100
mosquitoes. He noted that as long as the water was moving or had
significant agitation it was okay. He suggested that Mr. Lewis give his
company a call with respect to treating stagnant water areas.
Councilmember Buckley stated that he was the City's Representative to the
District. He stated that he may be contacted at any time for questions and
concerns. He noted that everyone got taxed $9.60 every year by the District.
He further noted that there were not any cases of the West Nile Virus in the
entire District. He stated that the District had been meeting actively with
other cities in the County to expand the District. He noted that the
expansion of the District would allow it to specifically treat migratory
viruses and cut costs. He stated how most cases in the district and in
Western Riverside County were within a few blocks of the City. He noted
that the area around the City included the original Riverside that had not yet
annexed in.
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Councilmember Buckley indicated that there were two technicians from
vector control in the City Monday through Friday. He noted that the
technicians allowed for a quick response time.
Councilmember Buckley stated that as a Public Agency the District had the
right to review all new development plans. He stated that they could step in
if it was felt that the water features might turn into problems for mosquitoes.
Ted Thompson, resident, inquired if there were any cases of the West Nile
Virus in the City of Riverside.
Mr. Dever confirmed that there had been many cases of the West Nile Virus
in the City of Riverside.
Mr. Thompson inquired as to why there were so many cases.
Councilmember Buckley indicated that Mr. Dever was not able to comment
on policies of other organizations. He stated that part of the City of
Riverside was not apart of the District and they did not have the same kind
of knowledge base, staff training and professionalism that the District had.
22. Disaster Preparedness Review Process.
City Manager Brady gave a brief overview of the Item and deffered to
Information/Communications Manager Dennis.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave a brief overview of the
item. He stated that the recommendation for the Item was to set a time and
date for a study session with staff to look at the approach that should be
taken if a disaster should occur. He suggested to set the study session for
November 2, 2005 at 10 a.m.
Chairman Hewison inquired if the conference room had been booked.
Mr. Dennis indicated that he had already booked the conference room.
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MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT, WITH COMMISSIONER
ZANELLI ABSENT, TO HOLD A STUDY SESSION FOR NOVEMBER
12,2005 AT 10 A.M.
23.Protocol for Commissioners.
City Manager Brady gave a brief overview of the item and deferred to
Information/Communications Manager Dennis.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis indicated that on September
29,2005 the City Council had a study session. He noted that the outcome of
that study session was steps toward updating policies. He noted that the City
Council Policy Manual was codification governing Council action. He
stated that by definition commissioners and other bodies that would serve in
the capacity or at the pleasure of the Council would also fall under that
umbrella. He stated that upon speaking to the City Attorney there was a bit
of a gap in the level of specificity in the Policy Manual about how
commissioners behave. He indicated that the Policy Manual did not address
the role of commissioners in terms of giving guidelines on how they should
serve. He noted that the recommendation was to direct staff to prepare
written guidelines on Commissioner Protocol.
Commissioner Arnold noted that he had a concern with the paragraph that
spoke of the distinction that would be drawn between Commissioner's roles
as Commissioners and private citizens. He noted that his concern was with
the paragraph that focused on Commissioner roles rather than specifying
what their private citizen behavior was like.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis indicated that there would be
no attempt to address what happens on the private side; however, the intent
was to show that once appointed to a Commission you carry a role and that
role was something that needed to be equally practiced by all
Commissioners.
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Commissioner Arnold stated that he submitted a letter last May that had
suggested that one of the things to further the PSACs efforts to stay in touch
with the community would be to have pictures taken so that they could be
identified. He suggested that a group photo could be posted at City hall and
other public places.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis indicated that he appreciated
the suggestion.
Chairman Hewison inquired on the time line for the item.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis stated that the timeline
depended upon feedback from the Commissioners. He noted that he thought
that it would be appropriate to place guidelines on next month's agenda.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY SUND AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT, WITH COMMISSIONER
ZANELLI ABSENT, TO DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE WRITTEN
GUIDELINES FOR THE PROTOCOL FOR COMMISSIONERS.
INFORMA TIONAL
a. PSAC Website Citizen's comments/requests.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis indicated that one of the
actions accomplished within the first year of the Commission was the
implementation of the webpage. He noted that customer requests forms
were put on the webpage. He noted that periodically requests would come
through. He noted that one request had been received regarding small
motorized vehicles that children were using in neighbors. He further noted
that it was a traffic control issue. He stated that he acknowledged the
request and then went to the Police Department to determine how to route
and handle the request. He stated that the request went to the Traffic Patrol
Officer. He noted that a response back, in closing out the request, would be
to get back to the individual who filed the request to inform them that a
police contact would be following up in her neighborhood.
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Chairman Hewison noted that at a Neighborhood Watch meeting that was
held that past Saturday, Deputy Rayls was clear that pocket bikes were
illegal. He noted that Deputy Rayls was preparing a cheat sheet that could
go out to residents in the neighborhood. He noted that he felt it would be
helpful to get the information to several neighborhoods through HOAs. He
inquired if Deputy Rayls had prepared a flier. He noted that if a flier had
been prepared it may be a useful document to utilize in response to the
pocket bike issue.
b. PSAC Action Log.
Chairman Hewison stated various commissioners bid on various tasks. He
stated that he updated the Action Log and put a tentative date to discuss or
complete the task.
Chairman Hewison noted that the Chief of Police sent him a folder on
surveillance systems. He distributed the items to the subcommittee and
suggested that they start doing some work on the item and provide an update
at the upcoming meeting.
Chairman Hewison noted that in regard to the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code
the prime problem that the City had was parking problems. He noted that
the City had a parking ordinance. He noted that he had received copies of
Murrieta and Temecula's parking ordinance. He noted that he would like to
get the 3 documents to Commissioners in charge of the task on the Action
Log to cover parking.
CITY STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Brady commented on the following:
1) Noted that the fee for Vector Control was very worthwhile.
2) Noted that as of the November PSAC meeting, Information/Communications
Manager Dennis would be Secretary to the Commission. He noted that he
would attend meetings as needed.
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COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
Commissioner Arnold commented on the following:
No comments.
Vice Chairman Sund commented on the following:
1) Noted a Neighborhood Watch meeting that had been held in the Reflection
Homes tract. She noted that there were 200 fliers passed out and 20 people
showed up. She thanked for Chairman Hewison for speaking and
Information/Communications Manager Dennis for the microphone system.
Commissioner Knight commented on the following:
No comments.
Chairman Hewison commented on the following:
1) Noted that he would like to discuss the Shoreline Safety Plan, Signage,
Creation of the Shoreline Safety Team, what needed to be done in safety
terms in relation to the levy, Protocol Policy, Surveillence update and
Ordinance update at the upcoming November meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING WAS
ADJOURNED AT 7:24 P.M.
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RON HEWISON, CHAIRMAN
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION
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Respectfully submitted,
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MICHELLE SOTO, OFFICE SPECIALIST I
ATTEST:
FR~ Y, CITY CLERK
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2005
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Hewison called the Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by resident Deidre Person.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ARNOLD, HEWISON,
KNIGHT, SUND, ZANELLI
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: NONE
Also present were: Lake & Aquatic Resources Director Kilroy,
Information/Communications Manager Dennis and Office Specialist I
Soto.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Diedre Person, resident, spoke of issues in her neighborhood community. She
noted several good and bad points of the City. She also noted several negative
experiences she has had within her neighborhood community since she had
moved here.
Mrs. Person stated that the police presence would detour negative activities.
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Commissioner Arnold noted his concerns with the issues Mrs. Person
addressed. He noted that the commission received a weekly report on patrol
activity from the police department; he noted that none of the incidents Mrs.
Person mentioned were included in the report.
Chairman Hewison stated that he spoke to the police station and had given them
a copy of Mrs. Person's statement. He noted that the station would look into
the matter and would contact him to follow up.
Vice Chairman Knight stated that Mrs. Person should not give up on the City.
Commissioner Zanelli indicated that he was appalled at the police response
from dispatch regarding the incident Mrs. Person witnessed.
Chairman Hewison suggested that Mrs. Person pair up with Commissioner
Sund to organize a neighborhood watch meeting for her neighborhood
community. He noted that he would be in touch with the police station
regarding Mrs. Person's concerns and would get back with her once he heard
back from the police station.
CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
BUSINESS ITEMS
21. Shoreline Safety Plan Status Report.
Lake & Aquatics Resources Director Kilroy introduced and explained in
detail the packet handed out to the commissioners that addressed shoreline
safety. He further noted suggestions received from the police station.
Commissioner Zanelli noted that Mr. Kilroy had done an excellent job. He
noted that continuous numbering around the lake was a good idea.
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Vice Chairman Knight inquired on the cost of a 3-sided sign.
Lake & Aquatics Resources Director Kilroy stated that he did not have cost
estimates at that time.
Commissioner Arnold inquired if the cost to implement any of the shoreline
safety plans ideas had been added into the budget.
Lake & Aquatics Resource Director Kilroy stated that there was nothing
budgeted for the implementation of the shoreline safety plan. He stated he
would go before City Council with a recommendation to fund the project.
MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY SUND AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AND FILE
PROGRESS REPORT.
22. Protocol for Commissioners.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave a brief overview of the
item.
Commissioner Arnold stated that the description of nondiscrimination under
"Qualifications; Nondiscrimination; Compensations" in the Council policy
manual under "Commission Appointments" did not include creed, and he
felt it should be added. He further inquired why cancer was specified under
the "nondiscrimination" paragraph.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis stated that he was not aware
of where this language first originated.
Commissioner Arnold also addressed the paragraph labeled
"Appointments/Oaths". He inquired why the terms of office were different
from the Planning Commission and the Public Safety Advisory Commission.
He suggested that the terms in office for both commissions match.
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Chairman Hewison noted that the goals and objectives of the commission
would be addressed in an update report that would be presented to City
Council in December stating the status of the commission's goals and
objectives as well as administrative thoughts relative to PSAC and its'
future. He noted that the administrative thoughts he had in mind would
encompass the distinction that City Council serve for 4 years, Planning
Commission serve for 4 years and Public Safety serve for 2 years.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis stated that the purpose PSAC
terms were approved for 2 years was due to public participation. He noted
that at the time the commission was established it would be representing the
eyes and ears of the public at an entry level position for the public to get
involved.
Commissioner Arnold stated that he had a problem with PSAC having a
Conflict of Interest Code that requires commissioners to file a Statement of
Economic Interest. He stated that he did not feel that was right since
everyone on the commission served at a voluntary capacity and was
uncompensated.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis stated that commissioners
were subject to the provisions of the FPPC in regard to Statements of
Economic Interests.
Commissioner Arnold stated that in the City Council policy, under
"Selection of Chair and Vice Chair" noted that the Chair and Vice Chairman
shall be selected upon establishment in January. He stated that if that
provision was enforced, the election held in July would be inappropriate. He
noted that the Chair position was vacant, however; the Vice Chair position
was not. He stated that the election should not have occurred in respect to
the Vice Chair position. He stated that due to Conflict of Interest, he wanted
to make public that he was Vice Chair. He stated that the reason he was
raising the issue was due to the fact that the commission was out of sync
with the protocol. He stated that it needed to be resolved.
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Chairman Hewison stated that the provision of selecting a Chair and Vice
Chair fell under the ordinance that created the commission which did not tie
in with the City Council policy. He noted that there needed to be a way to
somehow combine the two.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis noted that the PSAC had
some problems with the original implementation of the change of officers.
He noted that there was some language change that was adopted by the City
Council to update the code, which has not trickled down to the policy.
Commissioner Arnold noted "Meetings Locations and Dates" in the City
Council policy manual and how it mentioned all commissions shall conduct
regular meetings at least once a month. He noted how there were earlier
discussions about changing PSAC monthly meetings to quarterly meetings.
Chairman Hewison stated that was another example where the ordinance did
not match Council's policy.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis suggested putting all the
information and recommendations in the form of a memorandum to submit
to the City Council who would then direct the City Attorney.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO REVIEW AND MAKE
RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING POLICY NO. 200-5A.
23.Large Parties Enforcement and Municipal Code Consolidation.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave a brief overview of the
item.
Commissioner Arnold expressed his concerns that there was not a Municipal
Code for large parties.
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Chairman Hewison noted Corona's Municipal Code for large parties and the
fact that they impose a fee on violators.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis stated that the City Attorney
made recommendations on consolidating the chapters noted in the staff
report.
MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO DIRECT STAFF TO
PREPARE ORDINANCE REVISION.
24. Shoreline Property Owners Notification.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave a brief overview and
background of the item.
Chairman Hewison noted that property owners should be aware of their
elevation on the lake.
Commissioner Arnold inquired why property owners with an elevation
between 1255 and 1265 would be notified of their risk and hazard, he further
inquired why property owners with an overall elevation of 1265 and up
would not be notified.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis stated that the Lake
Management Project which was completed in 1995 was designed to handle
floods up to the 100-year flood event. He noted the flooding elevation was
under 1265. He noted the outflow channel discharges at elevation 1255. He
noted that building is currently prohibited under the elevation of 1267.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED SUND AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO DIRECT STAFF TO
PREPARE NOTIFICATION PLAN.
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INFORMATIONAL
Chairman Hewison stated that he would like for the items that have been
addressed to date to be followed up with by staff, and that updates be given to the
commission on action items.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis stated that the he would follow up
on the items and report his findings back to the commission.
PUBLIC SAFETY SUB COMMITTEE REPORTS
Chairman Hewison inquired on the status of the ordinance for street parking for
RV's, boats and trailers.
Commissioner Arnold stated that he was yet to have his joint meeting. He noted
that he and the designated commission members did have a structure in the way
they should proceed. He stated that would include looking at ordinances of other
communities in the area and diagramming what it applied to with vehicles and
subject matter covered as well as the provisions and restrictions that apply to
them. He stated that the information gathered would be analyzed as to whether
or not it fits the Lake Elsinore environment.
Chairman Hewison stated that he was comfortable starting on the task of
reviewing the shoreline ordinance. He inquired if any of the commissioners
would like to participate in that task. Vice Chairman Knight agreed to pair up
with Chairman Hewison.
Vice Chairman Knight noted that he had received a CD from Chief Fetherolf in
regard to surveillance. He noted that surveillance cameras were the answer to
graffiti. He noted that the cost factor was an issue.
Chairman Hewison noted that he received the police and fire contract and budget
printout from the Administrative Services Director Pressey. He noted that he
would be ready to share his thoughts on the subject at the December meeting.
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Commissioner Zanelli noted that he had not heard anything back in regard to the
fire flow in Country Club Heights.
Chairman Hewison noted that he would be attending the Temecula traffic safety
meeting.
CITY STAFF COMMENTS
Information/Communications Manager Dennis commented on the following:
1) Noted the upcoming Grand Prix event and that the fire and police departments
were well prepared for the event.
2) Noted the Unity in the Community Parade would be on the 19th and
encouraged the commission's participation.
3) Noted the next PSAC meeting would be December 14th.
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
Commissioner Zanelli commented on the following:
1) Requested that a summary be presented at the next meeting regarding the
Grand Prix and issues and problems they had so improvements could be made
the following year.
Commissioner Arnold commented on the following:
No comments.
Vice Chairman Knight commented on the following:
No comments.
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Commissioner Sund commented on the following:
No comments.
Chairman Hewison commented on the following:
1) He noted that he had put a request in with the City Clerk's office for the
November meeting minutes to be processed ahead of the October meeting
minutes.
2) He noted City staff did a very good job with Disaster Preparedness.
3) He reminded the commissioners that there would be SEMS training on
December 5th and 6th.
4) He noted that a resident had attended PSAC' s September meeting, and that
he wanted to follow up with her request for a potential stop sign.
5) He noted that last month's meeting presentation from Vector Control went
over very well. He noted that it was agreed for the information from that
presentation to be put on the City's website.
ADJOURNMENT
THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING WAS
ADJOURNED AT 7:11 P.M.
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RON HEWISON, CHAIRMAN
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION
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MICHELLE SOTO, OFFICE SPECIALIST I
ATTEST:
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CITY OF LA~~~ORE
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PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2005
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Hewison called the Public Safety Advisory Commission Meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Nonnie Arnold.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
COMMISSIONERS: ARNOLD, HEWISON,
KNIGHT, SUND, ZANELLI
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS: NONE
Also present were: Information/Communications Manager Dennis, City
Clerk Ray and Deputy City Clerk Soto.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes.
No comments.
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MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE
CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED.
BUSINESS ITEMS
21.Shoreline Property Owners Notification Mailing.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave an in-depth overview of
the item. He noted that approval of the Item would authorize a mailing to
approximately 359 shoreline property owners and residents along the lake
parameter on the subject of property and water quality protection in the
event of the lake flooding.
Mr. Dennis noted that he had distributed the draft version of the letter to the
Commission which included the factual comments that were brought
forward by the County.
MOVED BY KNIGHT, SECONDED BY ARNOLD AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE LETTER
PREPARATION AND DISTRIBUTION.
22. Emergency Preparedness Billing Insert. Spring 2006.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave an in-depth overview of
the Item. He noted that CR&R had agreed to provide space in the Spring
2006 quarterly billing for an Emergency Preparedness Brochure to be
printed by the City as a public service announcement. He noted that the
billing inserts would reach approximately 8,000 homes and business within
the City.
Mr. Dennis noted that a quote for the graphics and design of a customized
version of the brochure was included in the Commissioner's packet. He
noted that the fiscal impact would be approximately $3,621 for printing
9,000 pieces.
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Commissioner Arnold inquired if the projected increase in postal costs had
been factored into the budget for the item.
Mr. Dennis indicated that the brochures would be distributed at no cost to
the City. He noted that they would be taking advantage of the quarterly
billing cycle for CR&R. He noted that the City did not have to pay for
anything other than printing and design.
MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY SUND AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO SUBMIT ITEM NO. 22
TO CITY COUNCIL FOR EXPENSE AUTHORIZATION.
23.Public Safety Advisory Commission Structure and Ordinance Updates.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave an in-depth overview of
the Item. He noted that the proposed structure changes to the governess of
the PSAC required revisions to section 2.46.010 of the Municipal Code. He
noted that it codified Ordinance 1116 and 1137 in addition to Council Policy
No. 200-5A.
Mr. Dennis noted that the Item was to allow discussion and
recommendations of alternative policies to improve continuity of service by
modifying the existing PSAC structure.
Chairman Hewison inquired on the timeline for the Item and when the
PSAC report would be presented to Council.
Mr. Dennis noted that the meeting to present Items to Council would be
January 24, 2006.
Commissioner Arnold stated that he was in favor of restructuring. He noted
that he would like to see the Commission serve a longer term and that the
term should be the same as the Planning Commission.
Chairman Hewison noted he was reluctant to address bits and pieces of the
issue of structure and would like to address the whole structure contained in
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both the ordinances and policy document. He noted that he felt that there
was a need for the report to Council to address more than terms.
Information/Communications Manager Dennis indicated there was direction,
from the last PSAC meeting, to prepare a letter that was based on the
inconsistencies that were found in the Policy or Protocol. He noted that he
was still waiting for a formal response from the City Attorney. He
suggested forming a subcommittee to draft a letter to Council that would
address objectives in bullet point terms. He noted that such a letter would
allow the City Attorney to come up with the proper language that would
make everything work.
Chairman Hewison indicated that he liked the suggestion made by
Information/Communications Manager Dennis. He inquired if the
Commission would receive a draft copy prior to their January 11th meeting
so it could be formalized and submitted to Council for the City Council
meeting January 24, 2006.
Commissioner Arnold suggested creating a team to compile comments with
staff to incorporate the Commission's thought as a whole to submit.
Chairman Hewison noted his concern with the timeline of the matter. He
indicated that his recommendation was that the draft be reviewed thoroughly
on January 11 th for the January 24th Council meeting.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY KNIGHT TO HAVE THE
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION CREATE A STUDY
GROUP OR SUBCOMMITTEE THAT ADDRESSED THE CONCERNS
OF PSAC AND PLACED THOSE CONCERNS IN A
RECOMMENDATION THAT GOES TO STAFF TO PREPARE AN
OVERALL DOCUMENT TO SUBMIT TO CITY COUNCIL.
COMMISSIONER ARNOLD MOVED TO AMEND HIS FORMER
MOTION.
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MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY KNIGHT AND CARRIED BY A
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO HAVE
COMMISSIONER ARNOLD AND COMMISSIONER ZANELLI FORM
A SUBCOMMITTEE COMPILE THE COMMISSION'S
RECOMMENDATIONS, AND SUBMIT RECOMMENDATIONS TO
STAFF TO PRODUCE THE DRAFT RECOMMENDATION
DOCUMENT.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Large Parties Ordinance.
Chairman Hewison gave a brief overview of the City's Ordinance that
addressed large parties. He noted that that the Ordinance did not specifically
address large parties.
Commissioner Arnold stated that he felt public and private parties should be
distinguished against.
Commissioner Zanelli indicated that in the City he worked for would issue a
citation and fine and hold the property owner accountable for large house
parties. He noted that the fine would increase with each citation.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY SUND TO HAVE THE
COMMISSION DEVELOP A STRAW MAN RECOMMENDATION OF
THE CITY ORDINANCE THAT WOULD ADDRESS THE ABILITY OF
THE POLICE TO ENTER INTO PRIV ATE RESIDENCES TO BRING
UNDER CONTROL ANY BOISTEROUSNESS OR OTHER ACTIVITY
THAT IS OUT OF CONTROL.
COMMISSIONER ARNOLD MOVED TO AMEND HIS FORMER
MOTION.
MOVED BY ARNOLD, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND CARRIED BY
A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO HAVE THE
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COMMISSION DEVELOP A RECOMMENDATION THAT CLEARLY
DEFINED CITY ORDINANCE 942 AND CORONA'S LARGE PARTY
ORDINANCE; AND REQUESTED THAT CITY COUNCIL DIRECT
THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW BOTH AND COMBINE THEM
AND TO RESPOND BACK TO THE COMMISSION IN 30 DAYS.
INFORMATIONAL
a. Response to citizen request: Deidre Person
Information/Communications Manager Dennis indicated that Mrs. Person
was followed up with by the Police Station, members of the PSAC and staff.
Commissioner Zanelli inquired if the Police dispatch report that Mrs. Person
had mentioned at a prior meeting had been followed up on.
Mr. Dennis indicated that in a discussion with Lieutenant Keopp, the Police
Station did try to research the dispatch report. He noted that Lieutentant
Keopp had initiated the steps to research the item, he noted that they were
unable to verify Mrs. Person's claim. He noted that contacts from the Police
Station were going to follow up with Mrs. Person.
Chairman Hewison noted that there was a meeting scheduled with the Police
Chief in the coming weeks and that concerns could be addressed at that time.
Commissioner Arnold noted that as a Public Safety Advisory Commission,
it was not outside of their interest how the Police Station conducted their
affairs.
Commissioner Sund stated that she agreed with the other commissioner's
view points. She noted that she had talked to Mrs. Person several times.
She stated that Mrs. Person expressed her thanks to the Commission for all
that had been done.
Chairman Hewison noted that he had spoken to Mrs. Person. He noted that
she had had a meeting with some contacts at the Police Department. He
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stated that Mrs. Person was focused on Neighborhood Watch. He noted that
she shared her thoughts about police coverage. He further noted that
Lieutenant Keopp had contacted him as well to let him know the outcome of
his meeting with Mrs. Person.
b. Report on Temecula Citizen's Corp meeting 12/1/2005
Information/Communications Manager Dennis gave a brief overview of the
Item. He noted that the City's Ordinance 116 did contain an item to
consider and evaluate the costs and benefits of creating a Citizens Action
Patrol.
Commissioner Zanelli stated that he and Chairman Hewison went to
Temecula's PSAC meeting. He indicated that traffic safety was one of their
direct tasks. He noted that the meeting had discussion about putting in a
traffic signal. He indicated that items of that nature may be possible items to
be brought before the PSAC for input since that was not outside the scope of
safety.
Chairman Hewison noted that regular attendance at Temecula's PSAC
meeting consisted of the Commission and staff. He noted that the chairman
was very disciplined and strict on not allowing discussion other than the
topic in question.
PUBLIC SAFETY SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
Chairman Hewison stated that Commissioner Arnold and Commissioner
Sund were covering the topic of parking on the streets.
Commissioner Arnold stated that he had distributed a copy to each of the
Commissioners of the analysis he had compiled. He noted that
Commissioner Sund provided him with her thoughts on the changes that she
wanted to make. He stated that the analysis he distributed was the structure
which currently existed for the City of Temecula. He gave an in-depth
overview of the analysis. He noted that the City of Temecula had very
stringent conditions if you had a vehicle on your property. He stated that his
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recommendation of Temecula's Ordinance was far more preferable than
Murrieta's Ordinance.
Commissioner Sund stated that she agreed with all of what Commissioner
Arnold had to say.
Commissioner Knight thanked Commissioner Arnold and Commissioner
Sund for all of their hard work.
Chairman Hewison suggested that the Commission study the information
distributed and communicate with Commissioner Arnold on points of
clarification.
City Clerk Ray stated that he was a boat owner. He stated that it would be
alarming to residents who owned boats to have to come up with additional
funding to keep there boat in a storage area or add on the home to build
parking. He requested that he would like the Commission to take that
information into consideration.
CITY STAFF COMMENTS
Information/Communications Manager Dennis commented on the following:
1) Noted next PSAC meeting would be January 11,2006
2) Noted the Mid-Year Budget Study Session would be January 12,2006
3) Noted that there would be no City Council Meeting December 27,2005
4) Noted that a post event discussion on the GFI Grand Prix would be January 2,
2006 at 10 a.m.
5) Wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS
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Commissioner Sund commented on the following:
1) Noted that a neighbor gave her a call regarding a situation on Skylark Drive.
She noted that KB Homes was building some homes and had tied into the
electrical box on Skylark Drive. She stated that they had to cut up the
sidewalk. She noted that the complaint had to do with the safety of the work
done to patch what they had cut up. She noted that she felt it was a safety
issue due to the fact that it was not done properly. She noted that she spoke
to Public Works Manager Payne who indicated that he would send someone
from Public Works to check into the issue.
Vice Chairman Knight commented on the following:
1) Wished everyone Happy New Year.
Commissioner Zanelli commented on the following:
No comments.
Commissioner Arnold commented on the following:
1) Noted that he felt the Commission was moving in the right direction.
Chairman Hewison commented on the following:
1) Noted that as part ofH.O.P.E. he had volunteered as Santa Claus and gave
out over 90 gifts to children.
2) Noted in the September 14,2005 minutes there was an issue raised by Mrs.
Genco regarding traffic issues. He noted that there was a commitment made
that the Commission would follow up with Mrs. Genco and he wanted to
ensure that had been done.
3) Noted that he would like to resolve whether there will be a draft end of year
report for next month's agenda.
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4) Wished everyone Merry Christmas.
ADJOURNMENT
THE PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING WAS
ADJOURNED AT 7:34 P.M.
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RON HEWISON, CHAIRMAN
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMISSION
Respectfully submitted,
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MICHELLE SOTO, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
ATTEST:
FREDERI , CITY CLERK
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
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