HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-14-2000 City Council MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 2000
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Pape at
7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Schiffner.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was provided by Pastor David Squires, representing Lake Elsinore
Baptist Church.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KELLEY, METZE,
SCHIFFNER, PAPE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: BRINLEY
Also present were: City Manager Watenpaugh, Assistant City Manager Best,
Deputy City Attorney Van Blarcom, Administrative Services Director Boone,
Community Development Director Brady, Community Services Director
Sapp, Fire Chief Seabert, Police Chief Walsh, City Treasurer Ferro and City
Clerk Kasad.
PRESENTATIONS
a. Presentation - Temescal Canyon High School - Production of "Grease ".
(F:142.1)
Mayor Pro Tem Pape introduced the "Grease" production group. The
students performed "Summer Nights" and introduced the play participants.
Mayor Pro Tem Pape detailed the ticket prices and dates of the upcoming
performances at Temescal Canyon High School.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — AGENDIZED ITEMS
Requests were received to address the following items and deferred to those
discussions:
Item Nos. 31 and 34.
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CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE
CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED.
The following Minutes were approved:
a. Regular City Council Meeting - February 22, 2000. (F:44.4)
The following Minutes were received and ordered filed:
b. Planning Commission Meeting - February 16, 2000. (17:60.3)
c. Design Review Committee Meeting - February 16, 2000. (F:60.4)
2. Received and ordered filed the Investment Report for January, 2000.
(F:12.5)
3. Ratified Warrant List for February 15, 2000. (F:12.3)
4. Adopted Resolution No. 2000 -10, Approving the Joint Application between
the cities of Canyon Lake/Lake Elsinore for Grant Funds from the Used Oil
Recycling Block Grant Program for the Sixth Cycle. (F:84.9)
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-10
A RESOLUTION OF PARTICIPATION FOR APPLICATION TO
CALIFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD
FOR USED OIL OPPORTUNITY GRANT - SIXTH - CYCLE.
5. Approved Public Hearing Date of March 28, 2000, for the following:
a. Cost Recovery for actions taken by the City to abate substandard
structures on private property at:
(F:32.4)
260 N. Main Street,
283 N. Main Street
801 W. Graham Avenue.
PUBLIC HEARING
21. Tentative Tract Map No. 29549 "Cottonwood Hills Specific Plan" - Pardee
Construction Company. (F:160.2)
Mayor Pro Tern Pape noted that the applicant had requested continuance of
this item.
MOVED BY METZE, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO CONTINUE THIS
PUBLIC HEARING TO MARCH 28, 2000.
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22. Vesting Tentative Tract Map NO. 23848- 14,Amendment No. 1
"Cottonwood Hills Specific Plan" Pardee Construction Company. (F:160.2)
Mayor Pro Tem Pape noted the same request as the previous item.
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO CONTINUE THIS
PUBLIC HEARING TO MARCH 28, 2000.
31. Phase II, Palm Tree Advisory Committee Recommendations. (F:95.1)
City Manager Watenpaugh noted the presence of Committee Chairman Ron
La Pere for the recommendations of the Palm Tree Advisory Committee.
Mr. La Pere thanked the Edison Company and City Management staff for
their participation and assistance with the Committee. He addressed
Recommendation #3 in the staff report and noted that the Committee has
physically previewed each of the trees. in the first recommendation and
expressed understanding that their recommendations were just
recommendations. He indicated that the Committee had difficulty in
attaching a specific priority to Recommendation #3. He advised that there
are two specific trees on Lakeshore Drive that they feel would be better left
in place, with funding allocated for the Edison Company to raise two of
their poles, at a cost of about $5,600. He indicated that this would allow
them to grow uninhibited until the priority of Lakeshore Drive widening is
realized. He noted that the trees grow fairly slowly and this would alleviate
the concerns for five or ten years, if staff could work out the budget to raise
the poles. He addressed Recommendation #5 and indicated that those trees
would be relocated with already allocated funding. He offered to answer
questions and noted that the Committee is ready to proceed with the third
phase of the process. He invited public attendance at the Committee's
inspection of the remaining trees on April 15` at 10 a.m., starting from the
Cultural Center. He also invited attendance and input at the next Committee
meeting on April 13' at 3:30 p.m. at City Hall.
Mayor Pro Tem Pape expressed appreciation for the Committee's efforts.
He noted a possible future use of trees at Lake/Lakeshore, as an entryway to
the community and detailed the proposed improvements. He further noted
that the Council will be working with the housing element in 2001 to
include traffic circulation issues and suggested looking at Lakeshore Drive
at that time. He commented that Lakeshore will be a very large project and
noted that the City would need to purchase land to make the project
possible. He suggested that there would be a need for a sizeable grant from
ROTC or a sale of bonds, due to the size of the project. He further
suggested that as soon as it was financially feasible the project could
proceed.
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Councilwoman Kelley thanked the Task Force for their hard work,
indicating that she appreciates their recommendations. She indicated that
she would be in favor of moving forward in Recommendations 1, 4 and 5;
but she would prefer to hold on items 2 and 3 for discussion with the
upcoming budget. She reiterated that Lakeshore Drive will be quite and
undertaking and noted that it will be important to keep that in mind with the
budgetary process.
Councilman Schiffner thanked the Committee for their efforts and indicated
that he would be willing to recommend implementation of
Recommendations 1 and 5. He commented that all of the others, although
good thoughts, at the present time would be premature if the funding had
not been discussed. He noted that Recommendation #4 was not clear,
although it was probably not a big deal. He indicated that he would be in
favor of postponing action on Recommendations 2, 3 and 4 for further
discussion and clarification.
Councilman Metze thanked the Committee for their work and expressed
concurrence with Mr. Schiffner's comments, due to the need for budget
considerations. He questioned the cost and timing of the housing element
work. City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that the intent to proceed with
the General Plan update and housing element over the next two years
starting in 2000 -01 fiscal year. He indicated that this could also address
traffic and noted the impact of master plans which have been downsized.
He suggested that available funding would dictate which studies are
completed and when. He noted the cost of the general plan update.
Councilman Metze noted that past discussions of Lakeshore Drive were in
support of less than the ultimate possible improvements; noting that the
traffic might be better slowed down on Lakeshore Drive with an alternate
route available. Mr. La Pere clarified that they did not anticipate a six lane
highway on Lakeshore Drive. Mr. Metze indicated that there were a lot of
other projects which would need to be done before Lakeshore Drive, such as
the entrances to the community and other specific problem areas. He
concurred that it would be very difficult to address Recommendation #3 at
this time. He requested clarification of Recommendation #5. Mr. La Pere
Clarified. Councilman Metze commented that the Committee was doing a
tremendous job and reiterated his concurrence with Mr. Schiffner. He
questioned Mr. La Pere's feelings on Mr. Schiffner's recommendation. Mr.
La Pere noted that some of the trees were previously topped and in fact were
already dead, but some are on County property. He suggested that staff
address those on City property, as the budget permits.
MOVED BY KELLEY, SECONDED BY SCHIFFNER AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO PROCEED WITH
RECOMMENDATIONS 1 AND 5 AS FOLLOWS AND HOLD ON THE
BALANCE FOR FUTHER REVIEW IN THE BUDGET PROCESS.
1. The Committee concurs with the City's time line, process and
selection of landscaper to relocate palm trees per Phase I.
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5. The Committee recommends that the City Council save fifteen palms
(Phase II) by relocation to projects listed for relocation - Palms #7,
#9, #15, #17, #19, #21, #29, #30, #32 and #33.
32. Master Plan of Drainage - Increase of Fees - Resolution No. 2000 -11.
(17:60.1)
City Manager Watenpaugh noted the staff report and indicated that the
original plan was adopted in 1991 and has not been updated since then.
Community Development Director Brady explained this item and provided
the history of the Master Plan adoption, noting that there were 51 Districts
within the master plan. He explained that the fees were calculated by
District, and stressed that they were not reviewed, adjusted or increased
since 1991, even though the Municipal Code allows for annual review. He
suggested that, in the future, the fees be reviewed annually in June. He
advised that the recommendation for increase at this time was 25 %, based
on the construction costs index, which is an industry standard. He
recommended that the Resolution be amended to make the effective date of
the fees sixty days from this date instead of thirty days.
Councilman Metze questioned how the increase works from 1991 to
present, and what impact it would have on existing development
agreements; and questioned if it would be possible to watch to ensure that
the increased costs are covered in the future. He further question if some of
the development agreements were locked in at the old rate. Mr. Brady
indicated that the developers would be required to put in the improvements
regardless of when they proceed, and noted the possibility that they could
be reimbursed in the future. He indicated that many are vested with the
fees in place at the time the development agreement was established.
Councilman Metze suggested keeping this factor in mind when other
projects move forward or existing ones are updated. Community
Development Director Brady concurred that could be addressed in any
revisions.
Councilwoman Kelley questioned the normal annual increase, and what
could be anticipated for the year 2001. Community Development Director
Brady indicated that it would depend on the index. He clarified that the
25% increase was over a nine year period. Councilwoman Kelley clarified
that these fees would be reviewed annually in the future. Mr. Brady
confirmed that they would be reviewed.
Councilman Schiffner indicated that he would not normally be in favor of
raising fees, but this group of fees had gotten so far behind, and based on
staff recommendations he would support the increase.
Mayor Pro Tern Pape indicated that he was a little uncomfortable with the
size of the proposed increase, but noted that he was not certain how many
projects it would impact. He inquired if developers could pay the fees
before the 60 day period is up for the fees to go into effect. Community
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Development Director Brady indicated that they could do so if their projects
are ready to proceed. Mr. Pape inquired where this rate falls in comparison
to neighboring cities. Mr. Brady indicated he was not sure of this
information, but stressed that the fees are based on anticipated construction
costs.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO ADOPT RESOLUTION
NO. 2000-11 INCREASING THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE MASTER
PLAN OF DRAINAGE FEES TO BE EFFECTIVE IN 60 DAYS.
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-11
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, INCREASING THE DRAINAGE FEES
OF THE MASTER PLAN OF DRAINAGE.
33. Mayor's Fire Station Naming Committee. (F:59. 1)(X: 127.3)
City Manager Watenpaugh noted the Council action at the last City Council
meeting, directing that a committee be appointed to review suggested names
and recommendations for the new West End Fire Station No. 85. He noted
the input received with regard to possible appointments.
Mayor Pro Tem Pape announced that Mayor Brinley's appointment for
Chairman of the Committee was Greg Davis, a resident of the Centex
development.
Councilman Metze appointed Bob Spiegel, a resident of the Centex
development and a fireman for another community.
Councilman Schiffner appointed Ray Knight, noting his long term civic
participation and past service as a Fire Captain from the City of Anaheim.
He indicated he would like to honor Mr. Knight for his dedicated service.
Councilwoman Kelley indicated that she was approached by someone
interested in serving on the committee, and appointed Mr.Chris Vanover.
Councilman Metze noted that there was a recommendation that Mr. Harvey
French, the City's first Fire Chief be appointed to the Committee, but noted
that his name was mentioned as a possible name for the Station.
Mayor Pro Tern Pape appointed Jerry Harmatz, noting that he was a
downtown resident and active in the community for many years. He noted
that staff would be contacting the committee members for the first meeting.
34. Joint Study Session/Water Quality Issues & Projects. (F:164.1)
City Manager Watenpaugh requested modification of the second paragraph
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of the staff report to include "imported water supplies ". He explained that it
was staff s intent to establish a study session and allow staff to work closely
with the Water District and SAWPA. He indicated that the main discussion
would be of projects which could be funded by Proposition 13 monies. He
noted the City's efforts to gain funding to address water quality issues; and
indicated that there was now $15 million available to move forward on
those projects. He indicated that staff would like to move forward to fully
inform the community of the options being considered. He clarified that the
intent of the study session was not to throw forth City projects, but to help
the process move forward. He stressed that the Bond has passed, and the
budget must be forwarded by July 1st; and a JPA must be formed by July 1St
He noted that there are still disagreements, but it is time to make intelligent
decisions about how to move forward. He stressed that the intent would be
to make everyone aware of the options. He noted that staff would like to
discuss water resources and projects such as fisheries, bioaugmentation,
habitat, alum treatment, etc., noting that all of them have been used on other
lakes, but need to be tested because each lake has a different chemistry. He
noted that the proposed projects all came through the LEMA program.
Bruce Erdel, 36001 Corte Coruna, Murrieta, noted that he lives in Murrieta,
but owns property in the City of Lake Elsinore and represents the Lehr
Family. He indicated that the family is very concerned about reclaimed
water going into the Lake. He expressed concern that it may have a
negative impact on the City and the ability to promote the valley as a tourist
destination. He stressed that the City has worked hard to market the
community, and expressed concern that recycled water would destroy those
efforts. He suggested looking to other sources to maintain the lake level.
Tim Palmquist, representing TMC Communities, congratulated the City on
the success of Proposition 13 and noted his company's efforts to add
verbiage to the proposition. He noted that North Peak Partners, Liberty
Founders and Lakeside Entertainment have invested tens of millions of
dollars in Lake Elsinore and they are committed to pursuing the highest
quality water for the Lake and the back basin. He stressed that they are very
concerned with the public perception of the water quality in Lake Elsinore.
He further stressed that clean water is imperative to the City image, tourism
potential and the success of the Liberty project. He expressed strong
opposition to the introduction of reclaimed water into the Lake and the back
basin. He noted that he was pleased that the proposed letter introduced the
possibility of using well water and commented that there has been very little
discussion of that option to date. He further noted that his preference
would be to see the words "reclaimed water" completely removed from the
letter. He reiterated his concerns with public perception and suggested the
potential of adverse impacts on property values on the Lake. He indicated
that TMC would request postponement of action on this letter to allow for
review of other possible solutions.
Councilwoman Kelley suggested that this was a great opportunity to sit at
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the table with the Water District and address these issues. She stressed that
everyone is interested in improving the water quality in the Lake, but
Proposition 13 "requires" joint discussion in a timely manner to allow
efforts to move forward with the Lake. She further stressed that this would
be a great positive step forward and looked forward to the Study Session
with EVMWD.
Mayor Pro Tem Pape noted that Proposition 13 did require that the two
agencies get together and work out the issues. He stressed that Lake
Elsinore was a line item in the proposition due to substantial lobbying
efforts in Sacramento. He also stressed that the funding will address issues
upstream. He reiterated that it is important for the two Boards to get
together and iron out issues to move forward. He indicated that it would be
important to look at other options for the water available. He noted that it
would be important to look at public and private wells, the volumes of water
that could be produced and the impact of the water used on the Lake. He
stressed that these should be part of the first steps. He also noted that while
empirical data may confirm that the use of reclaimed water is o.k., no other
body contact Lake has used it to date. He commented that the City is on
the cutting edge of many issues, but indicated that he was not sure this was
an issue on which we would want to do that. He expressed concern for
conveying safety factors to others effectively, so they don't choose to go
elsewhere, - He stressed that the City needs to explore all options before
turning to reclaimed water. He further stressed the need for more detailed
information on the level of nitrates and phosphorous being contemplated for
the Lake. He noted that at one of the last discussions they were suggesting
15 times what was seen as acceptable. He indicated that he was mentioning
these items so there were no surprises at the Study Session.
Councilman Metze concurred that there needs to be discussion and
consideration of the impact on recreation. He indicated that he did not think
it was a good idea to postpone action on the letter at this time. He noted
that California has already received more water than it should from
Colorado and other areas and stressed the need to look at acceptable levels.
He stressed the need to move forward now and address the recreation -
tourism factors. He suggested sending the letter, with revised language as
discussed by Mayor Pro Tern Pape, and stressed the need to start the
process.
Councilman Schiffner sympathized with the comments of the speakers, and
indicated that he could not disagree with the undesirable nature of reclaimed
water in the Lake. He noted his past participation on the Committee to
review recycled water and the conclusions that it would not be a health
hazard, but indicated that did not overcome the mental obstacle. He noted
that there will be a time when reclaimed water is introduced into the
drinking water system in spite of the perception. He noted that the City
might be ahead of its time, but in a few years it may be totally acceptable.
He further noted that the study concluded that it would be acceptable, but
saw it as a last resort over no water. He stressed the need to consider all
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possible sources and look at the impact of mixing the forms of water. He
further stressed that both agencies need to work the situation out together
and move ahead to work out a solution. He commented that this is a new
opportunity with a fund of money available to proceed and find reasonable
choices for the expenditure of the funds. He indicated that he was in favor
of meeting jointly and not terribly concerned with the verbiage in the letter,
as long as it is factual.
Councilman Metze reemphasized that we need to be extremely clear so both
sides know exactly what will be discussed. Mayor Pro Tem Pape concurred
and noted the need for further verbiage in the letter. Councilman Metze
stressed that both sides should be prepared for the discussion.
Deputy City Attorney Van Blarcom added that the letter basically says the
Council is looking forward to participating in developing a plan for
continued improvement of the water in the Lake. He indicated that he feels
it will be perceived positively by the Water District and the Community.
He suggested that the Council sold themselves short in only discussing the
$15 million, and noted an additional $235 million to address the watershed
area. He stressed that this will help the Lake. He noted that the 1991
agreement between the City and the Water District contemplates all possible
water sources, and both sides agreed the Lake would be maintained at a
certain level and provided protections that any water added would meet the
water quality objective of "body contact" water. He further noted that there
is a State Board in charge of water quality, which has a plan of Water
Quality Control for the Santa Ana Control Basin. He explained that the
quality requirement is that it will be used for environmental purposes,
meaning fish can live there and that it is body contact acceptable for
recreation. He stressed that there is no permission in place for reclaimed
water, because it does not meet the objectives; and if the objectives can't be
met, it can't be done without the permission of the State Board.
Councilwoman Kelley inquired if there is any legislation that prohibits the
use of potable water in the Lake. Deputy City Attorney Van Blarcom
indicated that there is no such legislation.
MOVED BY SCHIFFNER, SECONDED BY METZE AND CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT TO APPROVE THE LETTER
FOR TRANSMITTAL, WITH THE ADDITIONAL VERBIAGE AND TO
ESTABLISH MEETINGS WITH THE WATER BOARD.
City Manager Watenpaugh indicated that he would be meeting with the
Attorney's office tomorrow morning and have Mr. Pape review the final
letter before transmittal.
THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED AT 8:05
P.M.
THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 8:07
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P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON - AGENDIZED ITEMS
Tim Crawford, 15135 Knollwood Street, indicated that he was involved in a new
business in the City, and was present at this meeting to stave off misperceptions in
the City. He explained the signage for homes which provide better day and night
visibility for emergency vehicles. He noted that the first day they distributed
flyers, calls went to City Hall with the understanding that they were painting
numbers on the curb. He noted that he was the Treasurer of EVAN and explained
his excitement with providing this to the public. He stressed the number of
homes with no addresses at all. He stressed the potential danger of not being able
to find properties which were not properly signed. He noted that they changed
their initial flyer to avoid some of the misperceptions.
Michele Peebles, 33081 Santa Rosa, indicated that she has lived in Lake Elsinore
since November, 1992; and is now coordinating a cross cultural exchange between
the people of the world. She explained that there was a need for host families for
20 students from Spain who will be visiting for a month in July of this year. She
detailed the program and advised interested families could contact her at 909 -678-
9259, and encouraged participation.
Barbara Anderson; President of the Black Art and Cultural Club, advised that they
are presenting a Gospelfest at no cost, other than a freewill offering for their
scholarship program. She noted that they have given 27 scholarships over the
years and this year will have three graduates, and noted that they are very proud of
their students and the scholarship program. She advised that the Gospelfest on
March 25' is one of only two events a year to raise money. She indicated that
there will be choirs from a variety of churches in the surrounding area.
Chris Hyland, 15191 Wavecrest, addressed the pending Initiative regarding a
directly elected Mayor and City Council districts. She expressed concern with
their treatment by the City Attorney, suggesting that the City Attorney should
have been more helpful with their paperwork. She suggested that the taxpayers
paid for the City Attorney and she should be available to assist them. She
encouraged residents to read an editorial in the Press Enterprise regarding this
issue.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Watenpaugh commented on the following:
1) Pointed out that Mayor Brinley was not present at this meeting as she
was in Washington D.C. on behalf of the RTA; and has met twice
with the local Congressman regarding the water bonds and
supplemental funding. He indicated that there will be additional
meetings and there is an interest in providing matching funds. He
noted that this was to clarify why Mayor Brinley's seat was vacant at
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this meeting.
2) Announced that the Household Hazardous Waste Program facility
would be open on April 1" from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and that the City-
wide clean -up is scheduled for April 15'x' from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
Deputy City Attorney Van Blarcom commented on the following:
1)
2)
3)
Noted that his family hosted a student from Spain and it was a very
enjoyable experience.
Noted that his expertise is in Water Law and expressed appreciation
for the opportunity to participate in this meeting; and advised that
City Attorney Leibold was ill this evening, which was the reason he
was in attendance.
Announced the Closed Session items as listed below.
Mayor Pro Tern Pape advised that RCTC recently voted to issue approximately
$42 million in bonds to fund Highway 74 improvements and detailed the proposed
improvements. He advised that the project is still on schedule, and noted that
they also recently approved an agreement with Ramsgate for property acquisitions
to facilitate the project. He noted that they are still looking at construction in the
first quarter of 2001; and the project will open the area for both communities.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilwoman Kelley commented on the following:
1) Reminded the community to go see Grease; and reiterated the dates of
the production.
2) Noted that the levee is open for non - motorized vehicles only. She
indicated that it is a nice place to be with lots of activities and,
recently, nice weather.
Councilman Schiffner commented on the following:
1) Noted that it is unfortunate that some of the people speaking under
public comments didn't stay for an answer. He indicated that it was
disturbing that the news coverage is totally inaccurate or totally
misleading. He also indicated that it was disturbing that
organizations did not better inform the people how to do these things;
and indicated that he has to acknowledge that they all know better.
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Councilman Metze commented on the following:
1) Suggested that if one uses the theory suggested by the Press
Enterprise, then the group should contact the Attorney General and
have him write the material. He further suggested that the newspaper
coming down on the City Attorney was amazing and moronic. He
suggested the group go to the State Attorney General to see how far
they get with them.
Mayor Pro Tern Pape commented on the following:
1) Announced that the new police station is moving forward and has
scheduled a new date for their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on
May I" at 10 a.m. He noted that he has already been in the facility
once and it is a very nice facility with a lot more room.
2) Sent best wishes and get well wishes to City Attorney Leibold.
3) Indicated that he received a memo this week about traffic signals at
Collier /Central and Collier/Riverside. He noted that this can be quite
a busy area; and it would be going out to bid for design in May. He
indicated that it now looks like those signals will be constructed in
the Summer of 2001.
CLOSED SESSION
a. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
(Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: APN #477 - 292 -027 (Pottery Street)
Negotiating Parties: City of Lake Elsinore and Jolene Cossano
Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment.
b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
(Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: APN #375 -190 -195 (Lakeshore Drive)
Negotiating Parties: City of Lake Elsinore and Sally Newman
Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment.
THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WAS RECESSED TO CLOSED
SESSION AT 8:30 P.M.
THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED AT 8:45 P.M. WITH NO
REPORTABLE ACTION.
ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY METZE, SECONDED BY PAPE AND CARRIED BY
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UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE PRESENT T ADJOURN THE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 46 ".
W. PAPE. MAYOR PRO TEM
OF LAKE ELSINORE
I AT EST:
VICKI KASAD, CM , CITY CLERK
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE