HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-19-1984 SSMINUTES
JOINT STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL/E.V.M.W.D.
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19, 1984
CALL TO ORDER:
The Joint Study Session of the City Council and the Board of Directors of
the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District was called to order by President
of the Board Attridge at 7:34 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MACMURRAY, TORN, VALENZUELA, UNSWORTH
BOARDMEMBERS: ATTRIDGE, BALDWIN, BALEAU, BRADBERRY, BRYANT
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
BOARDMEMBERS: NONE
Also present were: City Manager Trevino, City Clerk Money and Deputy
City Clerk Bryning.
SUBJECT: Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant
James M. Montgomery, Engineers Inc.,-presented a flip-chart presentation
in regard to the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. Mr. John Grantham
and Mr. Dick Howell, representatives of Montgomery's, expressed the need
for expediency. The amount needed for the City share was stated to be
approximately two million dollars. The program applications for Grant
Funding must be submitted no later than mid July. The deadline for full
Grant Funding is September 30, 1984. If not filed before September 30,
1984, the District and the City stand to loose twelve million dollars
in Grant Funds. The best method for funding District and City share was
discussed in the presentation.
DISCUSSION:
Councilmember Torn discussed selling our existing services and Wastewater
Treatment Plant to the District and, as a separate transaction, the sale
of the property to locate and build the Regional Wastewater Treatment
Plant. This would cause the District to be sole owner and discharge
the responsibility of Agreement, between E.V.M.W.D. and the City, for
our share to build and operate the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant.
This would place the City as a customer, with the City reserving the right
to levy connection fees, with the first $1,250 to be paid to the District
on each connection.
A meeting of the joint cooperative commitee, was set to discuss the
matter further on January 24, 1984, in the City of Lake Elsinore Council
Chambers at .8:00 a.m. The committee members are Councilmembers Torn and
Unsworth and District Boardmembers Attridge and Bradberry.
ADJOURMNEMT:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 p.m.
J- N G. UNSWORTH, MAYOR
City of Lake Elsinore
Respectfully submitted,
l `
AD IA L. BRYNING, DEPUTY TY CLERI'
MINUTES
STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, JANUARY ,3,1 , 1984
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CALL TO ORGER
This informal Study Session convened at 2:20 p.m.
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Present were: Council members Torn and Unsworth
School District Representatives Bartholomew, Chaffin, Kane and
La Porte
Butterfield Development Corporation Representatives Salcedo
and '~~el sh
FORMA Representative Varr Stevens
City Staff Members Corcoran, Norton, Rubel, Trevi-no and Money
RAMSGATE SPECIFIC PLAN - Butterfield Development Corporation
Mr. Trevino reported that this study session was called to review some aspects
of the Ramsgate Specific Plan which the City and the School District feel
are still of concern. These areas include School Impact P^.itigation, Police
and Fire Services, Library Facilities, Parks, Drainage and Plan Checking Fees.
Lengthy discussion ensued regarding these issues. Consensus was to make
the following revisions to the Ramsgate Specific Plan:
1. School Impact Mitigation
a. Elementary School
Land-Use designation should indicate 20 acres for elementary school
use. Specific measures for mitigation to be determined prior to
tract map approvals.
b. High School
Prior to recordation of any tract map, a 22 acre site will be provided
to the Elsinore Union High School District. Said site shall be
graded to District specifications with all off-site improvements
installed, all utilities stubbed out, on-site. In addition to
- school site, fees and/or other financial considerations must be made.
Amounts to be determined prior to approval„ of each tract map.
2. Fire Services
Prior to issuance of the first residential Certificate of Occupancy,
Ramsgate will dedicate a fire station, built to City specifications.
(Residential structure with enlarged garage, or it's equivalent).
.Ramsgate to provide a 1250 GPM triple-combination pumper.
3. Police and Fire Services
Prior to approval of first tentative tract map (Neighborhood 1), the
project will adequately mitigate the impact on Police and Fire services.
Funding will be available through an appropriate mechanism such as an
Assessment District. (1915 Assessment Bond Issue).
4. Library Facilities
Prior to completion of Neighborhood 1 (first tentative tract map),
Ramsgate will provide a library facility of approximately 1200 square
feet, possibly in a commercial setting, deemed acceptable to Council.
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Study Session Minutes
January 31, 1984
RAMSGATE SPECIFIC PLAN - Continued' ~a,
5. Parks
Upon issuance of the 200tH Certificate of Occupancy for Neighborhood 1,
subsequent to approval of any other Neighborhood, Ramsgate will dedicate
a one-acre improved park site to the City. A five-acre park site will
be dedicated prior to approval of any additional Neighborhood, with the
exception of the mobile home park area.
6. Drainage
Developer to pay $350 per lot, or equivalent acceptable to City Council,
for drainage mitigation. (Collected at Building Permit stage).
7. Grading and Plan Checking Fees
Developer will submit to Council a letter of agreement stating that,_in
the event grading and plan checking fees collected are over and above
actual costs, excess will not be refunded to the developer. Also, the
City will not bill the developer if costs exceed fees collected.
The group felt that these revisions needed to be reviewed and worded care-
fully before incorporating them in the Specific Plan.
Consensus was, at the Public Hearing scheduled for this same evening, January
31, 1984, to continue the public hearing of Ramsgate Specific Plan to
February 7, 1984 at 6:00 p.m.
A~.1(111RNMFNT
The Study Session was adjourned at 6:03 p.m.
JO N G. UNSWORTH, MAYOR
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
Respectfully submitted,
Ann Money, ity Cler
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
P10NDAY, JANUARY 9, 1984
CALL TO ORDER:
The Study Session of the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore
was called to order by Mayor Unsworth at 6:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MACMURRAY, TORN, VALENZUELA,
UNSWORTH
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Also present were: City Manager Trevino, City Engineer/Director of
Public Works Rubel and City Clerk Money.
SUBJECT: Encroachments on City Right Of Way
This Study Session involved discussion of Encroachments on Right Of
Way. The City Council addressed the need to clarify their approach
to Encroachment, either by blanket determination or on a case by case
basis. It was decided that John Porter, City Attorney, should review
our Ordinance regarding encroachments and revise the Ordinance to
eliminate any inconsistencies within the City. Mr. Porter will also
be asked to review the General Plan and make recommendations regarding
parkways, street widths, sidewalks, curbs and gutters and the placement
of utilities, utility poles, fireplugs, and mail boxes.
Mr. George Alongi of 629 Mill Street, Lake Elsinore and Mr. Kimball
Thompson of 1309 Heald Street, Lake Elsinore, addressed Council
regarding existing retaining walls and fencing, on their respective
properties, which encroach on City right of way. Council concurred
to refer these encroachments on City right of way to the City Attorney
for his review and recommendations.
Mr. Trevino will follow-up with the City Attorney and review the
existing Ordinance regarding easements and right of ways, as well as
possibly drafting a fencing ordinance, for Council review.
ADJOURNMENT:
The Study Session was adjourned at 7:47 p. m.
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JQ fV G. UNSWORTH, MAYOR
City of Lake Elsinore
Respectfully submitted,
J ANN MONEY, ITY CLERK
MINUTES
STUDY SESSION
LAKE ELSINORE TRANSIT SYSTEM
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, JANUARY 9, 1984
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CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session of the Lake Elsinore Transit System was called to order at
7:50 p. m. by Chairman Mac Murray.
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PRESENT: BORRDMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MAC MURRAY, TORfJ, VALENZUELA, UNSWORTH
ABSENT: BOARDP1EMBERS: NONE
Also present were: General Manager Trevino, City Engineer/Public 6dorks
Director Rubel, Chief Mechanic Nelson and Clerk of the Board Money.
E.T.S. OPERATION
The purpose of this meeting was to discuss all aspects of the L. E.T.S.
operation in depth. Rapidly increasing population will require additional
transit services. L.E.T.S. has never been given much hands-on attention,
nevertheless, it is the most productive small system in Riverside County
and has the potential of becoming a trans-regional operation. In order to
reach our full potential, guidelines need to be established.
GOALS
1. Increased Ridership -
Monthly goals should be aimed at increasing current ridership figures
of 7,000 to 10,000 in the next year. Need to lay out a program and
look at expansion into outlying areas.
2. Public Relations -
Need regularly scheduled promotions; utilizing the news media, press
releases and local cable TV.
Transit dependent people have special needs and questions regarding
our transit services. The Transit Coordinator should be available in
the L.E.T.S. Office as much as possible, to answer phone inquiries.
She should have quick access to most common inquiries.
Investigate the possibility of acquiring a TELEX (School District has
this equipment) which could be programed to answer all types of inquiries
during hours when it is not possible to man the office.
3. Bus Routes -
Existing routes and schedules need to be examined and appropriate
changes and revisions made where indicated.
Areas needing special attention include:
a) Outlying areas - Grand Avenue side of Lake, Wildomar, Ouail Valley, etc.
b) Senior Citizens - Special services to trailer parks for the elderly
could be coordinated with senior activities at the Community Center
and Nutrition Center.
c) Students - There may be a need to add an additional bus to handle
students - coordinate bus 4aith school schedules. L.E.T.S. cannot
sub-contract with schools - must allow anyone to ride.
d) Commutors - Investigate purchasing of mini-bus or commutor van to
service residents who travel regularly tq_Corona/Riverside area.
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L. E.T.S. Study Session Minutes
January 9, 1984
4. Personnel -
a) Transit Coordinator to remain at the L.E.T.S. Office, handling
administrative functions and phone inquiries.
b) Hire two CETA employees for 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 Midnight shift.
Instruct Helen Schoolcraft to recruit CETA personnel.
c) Continue to use part-time drivers - allows more profit.
d) One stand-by person is on call each weekend - Paid three hours
minimum each time he is called out.
5. Maintenance -
Ray Nelson, Chief Mechanic is in charge of the Garage and all maintenance
operations.
a) All buses should go to the City Yard every night.
b) CETA employees working the night shift can fuel, wash, tube and
perform minor maintenance on a daily basis. It was noted that
having employees working a night shift will help keep down vandalism
at City Yard which occurs during these hours. Also, this will free
day shift mechanics for major repair jobs.
c) Bus drivers have check sheets to report any problem with buses on a
daily basis.
d) Every bus is gone through completely every week for normal maintenance.
e) Two old buses have been retained and are being used for spare parts.
(Not feasible to sell - more valuable as a parts source).
f) Should schedule periodic on-board audits. Check for:
- Driver/passenger relations
- Inspect bus stops,
- Evaluate road conditions,
- Appraise equipment condition
6. Additional Suggestions -
a) More security is,.needed_.at_L~E-:T~S. yard.
b) Restroom facilities are needed at L.E.T.S. Office.
c) All rolling stock (city-owned) vehicles should go to the City Yard
every night.
d) Need to allocate $2,000 to pave the remainder of City Yard.
Mr. Trevino will follow-up with Ray Nelson and Delores McDaniels, Transit
Coordinator, and prepare a report for the next regular L.E.T.S. meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
The Study Session of the Lake Elsinore Transit System was adjourned at
9:10 p.m.
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U RAY, CI - IR^1AN
AKE ELSINORE TRANSIT SYSTEM
OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
Respectfully submitted,
J Ann Money, C erk oft Board
MINUTES
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
STUDY SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Unsworth
at 5:40 p. m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MAC MURRAY, TORN, UNSWORTH, VALENZUELA
ABSENT: COUNCILP4EMBERS: NONE
Also present were: City Manager Trevino, Assistant.to the City Manager
Norton, finance Director Barrick and Deputy City Clerk Bryning.
SUBJECT - MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW
City Manager Trevino opened the discussion with the overview of the budget.
He stated that the budget will be 12% more than the projected revenues.
The total anticipated revenue is approximately $210,000. There was an
overexpenditure of various accounts of $155,913. The expected excess
revenue is approximately $54,000. Another review will be held in the
last part of April.
Finance Director Barrick presented a breakdown of the budget. Special
attention was paid to the following accounts:
ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION REQUIRED:
ANIMAL CONTROL: Overtime was questioned and Finance Director Barrick
advised Council that there would be a split weekend or some other
effective method to relieve overtime stress. In order to have an 'On-Call'
program it would have to be by mutual consent, due to our M.O.U. It
was suggested that the Animal Control Ordinance be reviewed and revised.
ENGINEERING: There was discussion in regard to employment of an Engineering
Technician to improve work ability in the Engineering Department.
PERSONNEL: It was suggested that the cost of a physical was too high.
Staff was requested to check other sources for physicals at a better
price than what we are currently paying.
WEED ABATEMENT: This area will be self-supporting. The account will
generate its own funds for operation of the program.
SHOR: Vehicle replacement program was discussed. This will be looked
into at a future date. A complete analysis by computer can be run, at
a future date, to determine which vehicles need replacement for a cost
effective program.
BUDGET TRANSFER REQUESTS:
ENGINEERING: The purchase of a vehicle for Engineering was=questioned.
Because a jeep was purchased for Engineering, it was suggested that this
vehicle be used and the funds reauested be utilized ih other areas
where necessary.
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City Council Study Session
February 2, 1984
PLANNING: Purchase of a camera was discussed and it was decided that
200 be allowed for the purchase. This request should be adjusted
and brought back to City Council.
SEWER: There was a budget transfer fora new sewer line in Mohr Street.
It was suggested that the money should be taken out of Sewer Capitol
Improvement fees and refunded to the accounts in the_original transfer.
CLERK'S OFFICE: The transfer of funds for postage and printing was
discussed. The subject of an electronic typewriter for the Clerk's
Office was discussed and it was suggested that prices be investigated.
Checking with the Price Club was one suggestion. It was also suggested
that we hold off on a purchase until staff investigates a possible
computer system.
Finance Director Garrick stated that when the Redevelopment Bonds
come due a meeting will be held to direct expenditures, Also, in this
budget the sale of the Sewer Plant was not taken into consideration.
If this occurs a special meeting will have to be held.
It was suggested that Finance Director Barrick make application to raise
the revenue of the Cable Franchise. At this time it is at 3%. If the
City has an extraordinary need, and can show this, the revenue can be
raised up to the 5% level. If this money is received it must be put
back into a public T.V. service. It was suggested to seek this
source of funding because the. sound system for meetings needs .to be
improved along with other items in regard to the system. It was also
suggested that as time and number of employees in the Finance Department
permit, that firms be audited to confirm that the correct amount of
'Share Profit' is received by the City. This would guarantee City
revenue. The area for audits would be in Franchise, Sales and Transit.
There was discussion in regard to advancing persons, who have been at
the top of their step, to a new rating. It was suggested that by this
method it would bring about a continuing interest in their jobs and
increase performance by reward and recognition.
There was discussion of abatement of buildings. This area was asked
to be given special attention.
It was suggested that when we post the streets within the City that
Council consider the employment of a parking control officer. This
program would bring revenue to the City and support itself.
Mosquito Abatement was discussed and staff was asked to pursue costs
and supplier for this program.'
AII~IOfIRNMFNT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
J N G. UNSWORTH, MAYOR
City of Lake Elsinore
Respectfully submitted,
A L. BRYNIN DEPUTY TY CLE
MINUTES
COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, MARCH 5, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Unsworth
at 7:25 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MAC MURRAY, TORN, VALENZUELA, UNSWORTH
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Also present were: City Manager Trevino, Peggy La key, Chairman of the Community
Service Organization and City Clerk Money.
Community Service Program
Mr. Trevino reported that at the last Council meeting on February 28, 1984,
Peggy La key presented a schedule of proposed events for 1984 including a pro-
posed budget covering these events. Council agreed to fund the first event
and appropriated $300.00 fora Teen Dance, March 10, 1984. This study session
was scheduled to discuss the remainder of the program. Mr. Trevino commented
that some of these events could be incorporated into the City's overall
recreation program.
Peggy La key stated this program was designed primarily to promote community
involvement, however, the program could coincide with a City recreation program.
The events proposed by the Community Service Organization for 1984 are:
April Desert At Eight
May Youth Government Day
May Science/Math Fair
May Rose N Thorn Award Dinner/Dance
Summer Pet Contest
Summer Jazz/Art Festival (City Park)
July Fourth of July BBQ/Dance
September Family Fair Day (City Park) (Labor Day Weekend)
October Pumpkin Hunt
October Halloween Costume Ball
December Christmas Caroling Festival
Also included in the program was the Youth Leadership Corp, organized by Daryl
Rector, a local High School student. Youth programs have been planned through-
out the coming year which include dances monthly, 10 months of the year. at the
Community Center, movies monthly, 10 months of the year at the Community Center
and outdoor concerts, three months during the summer at Swick Field. Daryl
Rector stated these were scheduled hurriedly and he has many more ideas which
he would like to pursue.
Lengthy discussion followed regarding the proposed events. It was suggested
that several additional events and activities be researched and possibly incor-
porated in the program. These included the following suggestions:
Chuckwagon Trailers
Construction of City Swimming Pool
Boat Drag Races on the Lake
Sail Boat Races
Canoeing and Rowing Events
Windsailing Events
Pier for Fishing
Additional Boat Launching Facilities
Outdoor Roller Skating Rink
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Council Study Session Minutes
March 5, 1984
Communit. Service Program - Continued.
Peggy Lakey asked if there was any possibility of arranging night transportation
on the nights regular events and teen dances are scheduled. She was directed
to make a formal request to the Lake Elsinore Transit Board.
Ms. Lakey also recommended a live Community Calendar on Channel 3 which could
be aired prior to Council and Park District meetings. It was suggested that
she come up with a program and present it to King Video.
Mr. Torn suggested that a cash flow analysis be submitted showing how, after
'seed' money is appropriated by the City to initiate these programs, the cash
flow will continue and the program will become self-supporting.
Consensus - Council consensus was to appoint a committee consisting of Countil-
members Mac Murray and Valenzuela working with Mr. Trevino and Ms. Lakey and
direct them to prepare a program which could be incorporated into the overall
City recreation program, and bring back at the Council Meeting of March 27, 1984.
ADJOURNMENT
The Study Session of the City Council was adjourned at 9:59 p.m.
J N G. UNSWORTH, MAYOR
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
Respectfully submitted,
J ANN M NEY, City erk
MINUTES
STUDY SESSION
ORIENTATION MEETING FOR CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 1984
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CALL TO ORDER
The Orientation Meeting for the City Council for new Councilmembers was
called to order at 1:48 p.m. by Mayor Valenzuela.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Strigotte.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VALENZUELA, VERMILLION.
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: :NONE
Also present were: City Manager Trevino, City Attorney Nazarek and Deputy
City Clerk Bryning.
ORIENTATION
City Attorney Nazarek addressed the Council in regard to the Brown Act.
The Brown Act provisions are found in Section 54.950 of the Government
Code. It is the Open Public Meeting Act. With certain limited exceptions
all meetings of public agencies will be open to the public. The meetings
have to be called in a certain fashion. Regular meeting on the 2nd and
4th Tuesdays of the month are set by Resolution and do not need any further
attention. If you were to desire to call a special meeting, it can be
called by the Mayor or by a majority of the City Council who sign a notice
of special meeting. The notice must specify the topics that you wish to
discuss, .and you may not discuss or consider any other topic, other than
what was.. posted. The notice must be provided to all newspapers at least
24 hours in advance. The notice must be delivered to each member of the
City Council at least 24 hours before the meeting. You may adjourn either
regular meetings or special meetings to some subsequent date with time
certain. If there is a majority present then it is adjourned by a majority
vote. If there is less than a quorum or no quorum it may be adjourned by
the City Clerk to a time, date and place certain. Whenever a meeting is
adjourned, notice of the adjournment must be posted on the board within 24
hours after adjournment. As a courtesy it is suggested that you give this
to the news media or to whoever requested this notice.
There .are two major reasons for closed sessions. The first is pending or
threatened litigation. This is based on Attorney-Client Act. This is to
maintain confidentiality. The second is labor negotiations, hiring or
firing of personnel. There are exceptions, such as, discipline action of
any personnel of .the City. The person must be apprised of what the
charges are and afforded the opportunity to opt for either a closed session
or an open session. All acts should be based on the Scully Decision.
A closed session can be held for a national or regional emergency.
A majority of the City Council cannot meet outside of a public meeting for
the purposes of considering or making a decision on the business of the
City. You wilt wish to exercise caution in regard to this area. This
does not mean that 3 of you cannot be together for seminars, dinners and
public functions.
There can be no secret ballot because the public needs to know who voted
for what or whom.
Management personnel does not have the same protection~as the standard
employee. There is a fine line when you consider disciplinary action.
When you feel some action should be taken the conversation should stop and
comply with the Scully Decision.
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Orientation Meeting for City Council
Friday, April 27, 1984
There were questions in regard to the definition of a Charter City and
a General Code City. A Charter City, by its charter, is
entitled to adopt whatever laws they deem appropriate for the handling of
their municipal affairs where such laws have not otherwise been adopted
by the State of California or where the State has not otherwise pre-empted
the City from doing so. A Charter City allows home rule powers. The
home rule powers allow the City to adopt laws unique to them.
The City of Lake Elsinore is a General Law City. We are governed by the laws
adopted by the State Legislature. The City may act only in the statutory
scope set down by the State Legislature.
Councilman Strigotte asked the City Attorney what would be better for
our City, General Law or Charter. City Attorney Nazarek stated that
in his opinion it should be a Charter City.
City Attorney Nazarek addressed the question of Conflict of Interest.
(Conflict of Interest Act of 1974) There is a disclosure component which
requires all public officials and all key personnel to file an annual
statement of disclosure of economic interest within the City or even
outside the City if the interest could have an influence within the City.
These must be filed 30 days from taking office, 30 days from leaving office
and otherwise annually. The code enforcement body is the Fair Political
Practices Commission and has jurisdiction over all cities. All Disclosure
Statements are public record. Rules are set forth in a manual which is
on file with the City Clerk.
Conflicts are generally based on economic interest. An actual interest
or potential of interest must be exposed, an announcement that you are not
going to participate on the matter and on the recommendation of the City
Attorney you should leave the Chambers. You must not act or influence the
action. It is considered by most attorneys that if the councilmember is
even in the room their physical presence can influence the matter. This
includes anything that can evolve into an economic interest.- The gray
area involves the decision that a substantial. segment ofi the community
is involved and does not constitute a conflict of interest.
There are exceptions for voting. In order to have a majority vote it then
falls on the rule of necessity, but the interest must be exposed. The
statement then becomes part of the record and is entered into the minutes.
This would be specifically fora 4/5ths majority where that vote is necessary.
The stress is on the fact that the conflict must be made public. If there is
a question, defer to the City Attorney fora decision and he will instruct you.
The relationship and responsibility of the City Attorney to the City Council
is to advise specific procedures which the City Council whould follow
in regard to the laws of the City, preparation of contracts and matters
to be taken under consideration. The City Council is not obligated to
take the City Attorney's advice.
All claims against the City should be referred to staff to pursue litigation
or legal remedies as prescribed in the code unless they are covered by your
insurance.
The City Attorney fulfills the actions that have been acted upon by the
majority, no matter what the City Attorney's personal opinion. It is
the City Attorney's obligation to accept the motion taken by the group.
The City Attorney is accountable only to the City Council.
Agenda items were addressed by City Manager Trevino. He explained that
agenda items come to Council by City Council request, requests from the
public or through the staff. The public is required to place their
requests by the Tuesday before a City Council meeting. The staff must
have their reports into the City Managers office no later than Friday
morning. The items are reviewed by Friday, noon, by the City Manager
and the City Clerk, a final agenda made and turned over to staff for
final print.
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Orientation Meeting for City Council
Friday, April 27, 1984
There is a staff meeting to direct items to staff and anything that the
City Manager feels that might entail litigation or might need legal
attention is referred to the City Attorney. All directions, demands
or criticism of action should go through the City Manager, from the
City Council, but if any follow up information is needed this can be
requested through staff.
Mayor Valenzuela stressed following the chain of command. The City Manager
is responsible for all staff action.
Pending projects addressed by the City Manager are as follows:
1. Resolution of the Parks and Recreations.
2. Sale of the Sewer Plant.
3. Kaufman & Broad - Agreement on Lakeshore.
4. Requesting of Right-of-Way and Building in Right-of-Way.
5. Public Works Program.
6. Labor Negotiations.
7. Negotiations with Management Staff (Department Heads).
Pending projects addressed by the City Council are as follows:
1. Computer Project.
2. Conditional Use Fees (Review).
3. Study Session in regard to audit.
4. Public Safety/Grants. (Radar :Target Guns, Cars and
5. Code Enforcement.
6. Lake Clean-Up. (Code)
7. Public access to City Council.
8. Community Center.
9. Expansion or rebuilding of bridge at Lakeshore (San
10. Annexation or reverse of annexation - Railroad Canyo
11. New Management for Code Enforcement.
12. New Management for Public Works.
13. New study for zoning in Flood Control Zone. (FEMA)
14. Zoning Ordinances in General Plan.
15. Permits on all fees. (research and comparison)
16. Signalization expansion (Machado/Lincoln - Lakeshore
17. R.D.A. Street Project.
18. Enlarging Neighborhood Watch and emergency service.
There was a report from
He stated that the City
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Captain Campbell in regard to Neighborhood Watch.
should give consideration in regard to the extra
with the infield Neighborhood Watch. He a aid that
for better signing and street services. We are above
units per people and the City should give this more
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There was discussion in regard to Planning Commission and that a committee
should be formed for Lake Management.
Nazarek suggested that we investigate the Mello-Roos
a possible way to generate funds for Police, Fire an
Where the increase in service is a result of new d
1 the needs of the new developments. The
Fund is now paying for lighting costs.
ssessment districts set up to cover this
scussed that the City hire a Sheriff's Aid to assis
its and give the City a contact officer for public re
tter assistance service. This service would allow
more field time and the Aid could act as a crime watt
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Orientation Meeting for City Council
Friday, April 27, 1984
The City Council was requested to make any recommendations. The recommendations
are as follows:
1. Personnel Complaint Procedures.
2. Procedure in Hiring Personnel.
3. Appeal Board for Personnel.
4. Safety Hazards in City Hall.
3. Ordinance to prohibit smoking in Council Chambers.
4. Community Service Center for D.M.V., Social Security and
Utility Pay Stations.
5. City Councilmember on call. Someone to be at City Hall at
a set time to answer the public.
6. New Contract for police. Consider using our own vehicles.
7. Join Private Industry Council.
8. Information in regard to the Sanitary Land Fill.
9. Public Forums at City Council Meetings.
City Attorney Nazarek cautioned the Council in regard to Public Hearings.
The City Council is a hearing body (which is your function) and you are
not required to give any explanation as to why you vote or justify your
vote. There is no ;court which can compel you to expose your thinking
process.
City Attorney Nazarek addressed the reasons for abstaining. He stated that
is simply discretionary. If you feel you cannot make a decision or if
there should be a conflict of interest then you have just cause for
abstaining.
The State Attorney General has stated that an abstaining vote is a yes vote.
City Attorney stated that there has been no case in regard to this matter
and he feels that an abstaining vote should be a no vote. This is a matter
of opinion.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 4:20 p.m.
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ARTA VALENZUELA, OR
CITY OF LAKE EL ORE
Respectfully submitted,
MINUTES
STUDY SESSION
SEWER TRANSFER COMMITTEE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Sewer Transfer Committee-Study Session was called to order by Chairman John
Matson at 9:40 a.m.
PRESENT
COUNCILMEMBERS: MATSON AND STRIGOTTE
BOARDMEMBERS: ATTRIDGE AND BRADBURY
Also present were: Attorneys John Brown and Eugene Nazarek, City Manager Trevino,
Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District Director Laughlin and City Clerk Money.
SEWER TRANSFER AGREEMENT
Mr. Matson stated the purpose of this meeting was to discuss various facets of the
transfer of the City Sewer Facilities to the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District.
The following topics were discussed:
1. Developer Reimbursement Agreement
On March 27, 1984, the City Council approved in concept, an agreement with
four developers who are building residential tracts in the City. These
developers are:
Art Nelson, Inc.
Bryant Financial Corporation
Kulberg, Ltd.
Kaufman and Broad
Due to many septic failures in the area, there was an urgent need to extend
sewer service to accommodate the 440 homes which comprise"these developments.
The four developers agreed to pay for and install the sewer line at a cost
of approximately $220,000.00, based on $500.00 per home. Section 5 of the
Reimbursement Agreement details the method of reimbursement to developers.
As each home is connected to the sewer line, the developer pays the City a
connection charge of $1950.00 per home. Out of the $1950.00, the city shall
credit-the developer $500.00 for the cost of the improvement. These terms
apply to developers Nelson, Bryant, and Kulberg only. The City shall reim-
burse K & B the sum of $30,000, payable from the connection charges paid by
the remaining developers, at the rate of $200.00 per connection on the first
150 connections. K & B shall receive a credit of $500.00 against connection
charges for the first sixteen connections only. (Section 5. b.)
Section 8 - Mr. Attridge expressed concern regarding this section of the
agreement, which, in essence, guarantees the entire tracts will have sewer
capacity available when they are ready to hook up.
It was agreed that, if the Regional Water Quality Board places a sewer mora-
torium on new construction in the future, this portion of the agreement would
have no force.
Consensus: The Committee concurred to accept the agreement in concept and
authorize the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest.
2. Property Acquisition
The Committee discussed the 29.5 acre parcel which the Water District proposes
to purchase from the City fora Regional Sewer Treatment Plant site. The
District has obtained an appraisal valuating the property at $15,000 per acre,
totaling $440,000.00. The Attorneys recommended the City obtain a counter-
appraisal in order to substantiate value.
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Sewer Committee Study Session
May 1, 1984
SEWER TRANSFER AGREEMENT - Continued.
2. Property Acquisition - Continued.
P1r. Trevino stated that the District must grant an easement to the City, across
the 29.5 acre parcel onto the adjacent 23 remaining acres owned by the City.
The City propose to build an animal control facility on this site in the future
3. Capital Improvement Account
The Committee discussed the balance of the City Capital Improvement Account
which would transfer to the Water District at close of escrow. The City must
research the following:
Sewer Bonds - determine if any sewer bonds still exist and if these were
for collector lines or for future expansion of the sewer system,
Exact amount collected for future sewer improvements which must be trans-
ferred to .the District,
Exact amount of Capital Improvement Funds remaining after deducting sewer
improvement projects which have been completed by the City.
4. Value of Assets
The City feels there should be some value attached to the assets of the sewer
plant. Due to the age of the plant, the District feels these facilities have
been fully depreciated. Also, the District is assuming operation and mainten-
ance of the plant, as well as obligations under contracts which may obligate
the District for years to come. In addition, the District has advanced all
funds to bring the Regional Plant program along to this point.
The District needs to assess the entire system and determine what improvements
are necessary, and what the cost will be. The City will also obtain an
appraisal of the entire sewer system from a qualified expert.
5. Regional Treatment Plant
There is an urgent need to assure the State that there is a final transfer agree-
ment so as not to jeopardize the grant funding for the Regional Treatment
Plant. An additional benefit to the City was pointed out. Once the transfer
agreement is finalized, the City is relieved of any financial obligation for
participation in the Regional Treatment Plant.
6. Conclusion
In order to resolve these remaining concerns, the Committee concurred to set
another study session in two weeks, Tuesday, May 15, 1984, at 9:30 a.m., and
directed the following information be available in writing:
a. City will obtain a written appraisal from a qualified expert on the land
(29.5 acres) and the sewer system,
b. Finance Department wi11 review figures and determine the exact amount of
the Capital Improvement Account which transfers to the District,
c. City Manager will research and compile .all information regarding outstanding
contractual agreements involving the sewer operation,
d. City Manager will review and provide detailed information regarding
assessment district bond issues,
e. District will obtain an appraisal and assess the sewer system to determine
what improvements are needed and what the cost will be.
7. ADJOURNMENT
The Sewer Transfer Committee Study Session was adjourned at 11:14 a.m.
ohn Matso Com~mit~~tee Chairman
Respectfully submitted,
J nn oney, City Clerkl~
MINUTES
STUDY SESSION
LAKE ELSINORE CITY COUNCIL
AND
LAKE ELSINORE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
LAKE COMMUNITY CENTER
308 WEST GRAHAM
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
THURSDAY, MAY 3, 1984
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CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session for the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore and
the Lake Elsinore Recreation and Park District was .called to order at
7:10 p. m. by Mayor Pro Tem Strigotte.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: VALENZUELA
PRESENT: BOARDMEMBERS: HALLER, JOHNSON, RALEY, WOOD
ABSENT: BOARDMEMBERS: PEARSON
Also present were: City Manager Trevino, J.A. Fry, Director, Ron Molendyk,
Administrator for Recreation and Parks, Mary Pearson, Secretary to Recreation
and Parks and Deputy City Clerk Bryning.
BUSINESS
Mr. Fry addressed the group with the history of grants since 1975. The
grants were the result of the Parkland Bond Act. The City and the
Recreation and Park Board shared in the Yarborough Park Improvements and
the amount of that project in 1975-1976, was $12,500. The City and Recrea-
tion and Park Board were also involved in the repair and development of
Swick Park 1978-1979, for $20,000 and in 1979-1980, for $24,300. The total
of shared projects was $56,800.
The reason the Recreation and Park Board became involved with the City
was in the hope of expanding the role of recreation and facilities for
the community.
Mr. Molendyk reported that the Spring Recreation Program is now in progress
and that the Summer program is in final planning now. The summer program
will be deigned to meet the needs of all the community, from tots to
seniors. Mr. Molendyk stated that he would like the City and the Recreation
and Park Board to join forces to keep from duplicating any programs and for
the good of all the community.
City Manager Trevino addressed the past problems and stated that delivery
of service was 'the major problem.
Mr. Raley stated that in the past ,the City did not give constructive criticism,
did not give clear direction or recommendations. At the time the Recreation
and Park Board felt that the City wished to see the Board out of the business.
The Recreation and Park Board would like to have the City lay out programs
that they wish to see developed so that the Board might take these into
consideration for the summer programs.
Because it proves to be costly to duplicate programs for recreation, it
would be in the best interests of the City and the Recreation and Park
Board to join forces. A Joint Powers versus a contract was discussed
and it will be taken back to City Council Study Session for further
information to the City Council. Information in regard to Capitol
Improvement Fund and Taxes received by the Board for the City will have
to be discussed. The City share of cost for recreation will be of major
concern.
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City Council and Recreation & Parks
Study Session
Thursday, May 3, 1984
Mr. Fry stated that funding has been difficult to receive at the best of
times and if the City and the Recreation and Park Board did not work
together it would make funding even harder to receive. In light of the
cost of recreation it has been suggested to the Board that the programs
be based on a users fee.
It was discussed that the Junior High School entered into a Joint Powers
Agreement in 1979, which will not expire until 2001. The purpose of this
Agreement between the City, Recreation and Parks, and the schools was to
open up recreational facilities for the community. In the recent past
this area has been closed off from the public. This problem should be
brought to the attention of the schools and action be taken to solve the
problems.
The City Council will take all factors into consideration, set a study
session and then go to the City Council Meeting fora discussion and possible
decision in regard to either a Joint Powers Agreement, Contract, or
further negotiation with the Recreation and Park District.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
LE~l~TRIGYOR PRO TEM
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
Respectfully Submitted,
Ad is L. Bryning, Deputy~ity Cl
MINUTES
JOINT STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL/E.V.M.W.D.
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH P1AIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
THURSDAY, 61AY 24, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Joint Study Session of the City Council and Elsinore Valley Municipal
Water Fistrict was called to order by Chairman John Matson at 8:44 a.m.
PRESENT
COUNCILMEP1BERS: MATSON, STRIGOTTE.
BOARDMEMBERS ATTRIDGE, BRADBERRY
Also present were: City Attorney E.A. Nazarek, E.V.M.IJ.D. Attorney Brown,
City Manager Trevino, E.V.M.W.D. Secretary Matson and Deputy City Clerk
Bryning.
SEWER TRANSFER AGREEMENT
Agreement Between the City of Lake Elsinore and the Elsinore Valley Municipal
Water District for Acquisition of Existing Wastewater Treatment and Collection
Facilities, and Land fora Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility.
E.V.M.W.D. presented an appraisal done by Mr. Ed Hill on the 29.5 acres
to be transferred to the City for the Regional Wastewater Treatment Site.
This appraisal placed a value of $15,000 per acre on the property.
Mr. Trevino reported the City had a verbal appraisal from Mr. William
Murphy, of $21,000 to $22,000 per acre. Formal written appraisal is
forthcoming.
City Attorney Nazarek stated the committee could negotiate the fair value of
the property and suggested the appraisers and managers meet and work out an
agreeable amount.
The following sections of the proposed agreement were discussed:
3.11 - City Manager will provide list of all sewer reimbursement agree-
ments. District will collect these monies and turn them over
to the City.
4.10 - The amount will be left blank for the sale of the property
until the appraised amount is agreed upon.
4.15 - Amend to read: five pumps and four auxiliary power supply
units.
6.0 -Change Safeco Title Insurance Company to Chicago Title Insurance
Company. The City to pay for the Title Insurance policy.
7.0 -Change date to June 15, 1984.
4.10 - There will be no interest stated in this section.
8.0 -Eliminate section (e).
9.0 -Eliminate section (b). Delete reference to note and leave the
amount blank.
It was agreed that the Plant Operator I, Plant Operator Trainee and Utility
Supervisor will be transferred to E.V.M.W.D. Terms of the exchange will
be negotiated at a later meeting.
10.2 - Change the word 'shall' to 'may' and, change the words 'quarterly
basis' to 'periodically'.
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Thursday, May 24, 1984
10.8 - Delete.
Study Session
In case of a moratorium, the City has the option to buy back the plant, at
the sale price, plus any amount invested,.. over and above the amount of the.
Capital Improvement funds by E.V.M.W.D.
Jo Garrick, Finance Director, explained that the balance could vary, depending
on amounts collected from the date of the report written and/or monies spent
on significant repairs which extend the life of the equipment. Mr. Trevino
stated that he would flag any amounts spent and notify Mr. Laughlin, District
Manager, of any change in funds.
Councilmember Strigotte asked for further explanation of the Fund Equity
Transfer. Jo Barrick reported that there is an additional account on the
books. It was the account used by the Sewer Clean Water Grant facilities.
There were some capital improvements made from the fund which carried a
negative balance.
John Matson stated that the total Capital Improvement fund balance is
$660,528. These Capitol Improvement Funds carry the obligation of being
spent on the City Wastewater Treatment Facility.
The purchase of the land for the Regional Treatment Plant is a separate
transaction. E.V.M.W.D. Attorney Brown, explained that originally the plan
was to use the land as a wash for the City share of the Regional. This was
a debt that the City made in their agreement for the Regional. Under the
new agreement, the debt is cancelled.
Councilmember Strigotte questioned the amount in the Sewer Capital Improvement
Fund and City Manager Trevino stated that the amount was in the account.
Mr. Attridge asked if the $170,000 was part of the Capital Improvement Fund.
City Manager Trevino stated that the $170,000 was part of the fund, but was
ear-marked fora separate transaction to be used fora main extension.
Councilmember Matson again emphasized the fact that the sale of the land
is for the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant site. This is for the benefit
of the entire District and the funds to pay for this land should be District
funds. Transfer of the City Wastewater Treatment Plant and the Sewer Capital
Improvement Fund are separate transactions.
Two Committee Meetings were scheduled
and Monday, June 4, 1984, 8:00 a.m.
ADJOURNP1ENT
The meeting was adjourned at 11:02 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
A ria L. Bryning, Deput ity C rk
Wednesday, May 30, 1984, 8:00 a.m.
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JOHN MATSON, CHAIRMAN
MINUTES
AUDIT STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, MAY 30, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session for the Audit Introduction presented by Ernst & Whinney
was called to order by Mayor Valenzuela_at 3:02 p. m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION
AND VALENZUELA.
Also present were: Representatives of Ernst & Whinney; Joseph P. Barr,
Partner, Sarah J. Black, Manager, Rob Sacks, Service Representative, and
Matt Keating, Field Accountant - City Manager Trevino, Finance Director
Garrick and Deputy City Clerk Bryning.
INTRODUCTION TO AUDIT
Mr. Rob Sacks addressed the Council and gave a brief outline of the
services that the Accounting Firm of Ernst and Whinney offer and an
outline of the history of the firm. He stressed that there are three
areas of service, Auditing, Tax Service, and Management Consulting
Service.
Sarah Black addressed the audit approach used by Ernst & Whinney.
She stated that the purpose of their firm is to give a good, cost
effective audit. The risk areas are examined, the internal control
evaluated, they find the strength of the system, check segregation of
duties and plan an analytical review comparing past to present. After
all of these matters are taken into review the planning is placed into
action. This is done on a sampling of facts provided by the Finance
Department. If all areas satisfy the firm they will then give an
Unqualified Opinion.
Councilman Strigotte questioned the meaning of the Unqualified Opinion.
Joseph Barr explained that an Unqualified Opinion is the best opinion
which you can receive. This means that there were no significant
exceptions or problems that would lead the firm to believe that the
financials are not fairly presented. This does not say that the firm
has vouched every item, but it does say that "To the best of our know-
ledge the financials have been fairly presented".
Councilman Vermillion asked if all the accounts are examined at the same
time. Susan Black responded that, yes, the firm does this on every
account. This is done to check the flow of cash from the statements
and the amounts are compared. This is done directly with Ernst and
Whinney and does not generate through the firm involved. It was
stressed that this was all done in the same time frame.
Councilman Vermillion also questioned if we carry the normal number of
accounts. Matt Keating responded that the City does- carry the normal
number of accounts and makes sure that it is documented on both sides.
Matt Keating presented the Program Execution done by the firm. The
audit is done by general auditing standards set by the audit industry.
The principals are that which you summarize to form the financial state-
ment, and the firm also follows Government standards and declare the
statements are true and correct. The statement shows the activity of
the funds (in and out) and gives a breakdown of services of the City
so that expenditures can be followed.
Councilman Vermillion questioned why we did 20 minor adjustments in our
last audit. Matt Keating responded that the cash flow was not affected,
rather it was an adjustment of the classification of items (where they
should be).
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Wednesday, May 30, 1984
Introduction to Audit (Cont.)
Councilman Matson questioned the balance of the Capital Project Funds.
Sarah Black and Matt Keating responded that these accounts are run on
anticipated funds. The money must be spent before it will be recovered.
This is done on an earned basis.
Joseph Barr stated that the Combined Financial Statement was reviewed and
discussed for clarity of lay-out and each item was discussed and reviewed.
Councilman Strigotte asked if Ernst & Whinney could provide an evaluation
of services and their expenditures of the City.
Joseph Barr explained that this would be an Operational and Efficiency
Audit, and yes the firm does provide this service.
The Capital Improvement Funds were questioned in regard to imbalance.
It was explained that a portion of the amount in the deficit was in
effect prior to Ernst & Whinney's Audit Services. This would have been
from 1976 to 1980. A portion of these funds are accountable due to the
flood conditions of Lake Elsinore. Finance Director Barrick explained
that there is still $400,000 not recovered from that time from F. E.M.A.
She explained that she is going to continue to carry this amount on the
books and attempt to recover some of the funds.
Councilman Vermillion asked how much time it took to do an audit and
when it is done. Sarah Black responded that the audit starts in Septem-
ber and takes about 4 months to do. Ernst and Whinney must wait for
the Finance Department to close their books and must have the Finance
Director available to respond to the questions of the auditors.
Joseph Barr closed the Introduction by stating that Ernst & Whinney
adhere to the standard that they are completely independent of any
firm which they are hired to perform a service for. The firm is not
responsible to any other person or Department but to the City and
directly to the City Council.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 4:50 p. m.
AR A VALENZUEL MAY
Respectfully submitted,
dria L. Bryn ng, epu~,y City erk
MINUTES
COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
THURSDAY,. MAY 30, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session of the City Council was called to order at 6:10 p.m.
PRESENT
COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION, VALENZUELA
Also present were: City Manager Trevino and City Clerk Money.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Valenzuela.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. Lake Perimeter - "Lake Shore Overlay"
After lengthy discussion, the following consensus was reached:
a. Appoint a Committee consisting of Pat Callahan, Paul Baccus, Bud Attridge
and ei11 Saathoff, plus two Councilmembers.
b. Appoint Bill Saathoff, Planning Commissioner, as Chairman of Committee.
c. Set Study Session for Monday, June 4, 1984 at 7:00 p.m.'
After review and revision by the Lakeshore Committee, proposed Ordinance will
be brought back to the Planning Department, within thirty days, to be set for
public hearing.
2. Ordinance Review and Revamp
It was noted that many Ordinances presently in effect, need to be updated.
City Manager and City Clerk were directed to review the Municipal Code and
make appropriate recommendations.
3. Lakepoint Property
Discussion centered around what use would be made of the Lakepoint property
after the one-year lease period with the School District had expired.
The following uses were suggested:
a, Lease to commercial endeavor - generate revenue.
b. Expand City facilities.
c. Amusement Park
d. Lease for RV Park and Marina - City share a percentage of business.
Since this property was deeded to the City by FEMA after the 1980 flood,
consensus was to contact FEMA and request information regarding what restric-
tions they may have placed on this property. City Manager was directed to
follow-up with FEMA.
4. Allocation of Funds - RDA Priorities
a. Streets - Re-engineer and re-surface. Review street priority list prepared
by the Engineering Department in 1983.
b. Infrastructure - Street program should include all infrastructure such as
curbs, sidewalks, gutters and sewers.
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4. Allocation of Funds - RDA Priorities - Continued.
c. Outflow Channel - Various aspects of this project were discussed, length,
width, elevation and cost of construction of the Channel, There;is a need
to determine what properties need yet to be acquired for channel right-of-
way as well as downstream liability,
d. Lakeshore Bridge - (On Mission Trail near Vons) - This bridge is unsafe
and needs to be widened and a walkway added. Additional suggestion was to
make Lakeshore a one-way street with Casino Drive one-way the other direction.
e) Reserve Funds - Mr. Matson suggested a small reserve be set aside for
Rene eve~lo~pment projects such as assisting developers, etc.
5. Swap Meet - Peddler's Village Property
Mayor Valenzuela excused herself from discussion at 7:38 p.m.
Mr. Trevino presented a proposed sale offer from the owners of the Peddler's
Village property. He outlihed the terms of the proposed offer and stated
that the City needs to become involved in income-generating activities if we
want to proceed. With the assistance of the Riverside County Community Develop-
ment Department an agreement could be structured to sell the property for a
profit. by`piggybacking' with a UDAC Grant. If a commercial development was
established, City could realize a percentage of the net profit. That amount
plus the tax Increment could allow another Redevelopment Agency bond issue
with guaranteed revenue.
Council discussion followed. It was agreed that this proposal would be too
speculative and that government did not belong in real estate 'l and speeuta-
tions.
Council consensus was to reject the offer at this time and direct the City
Manager to write a letter of rejection to the owners.
Mayor Valenzuela returned to the table at 7:50 p.m.
6. Planning Commission Appointments
Mayor Valenzuela stated that, due to the fact that several applicants for the
Planning Commission were present in the audience tonight, this topic was being
pulled from the agenda and would be addressed at the next regular Council
meeting, in Executive Session.
7, Police and Flre Tax Initiative
Mr. Strigotte requested the City Attorney research placing a Police and Fire
Tax Initiative on the November ballot. This would allow the citizens to
determine whether or not to create our own City Police and Fire Departments.
The financial impact of this suggestion was outlined. The City Attorney was
requested to follow-u p.
Mr. Strigotte also suggested placing an initiative on the ballot to repeal
the cardroom Ordinance. Discussion followed regarding fees paid by the existing
cardroom. It was recommended that staff prepare a report on cardroom fees
for Council review and place on the next agenda.
8. Business License Fees
Mr. Strogotte stated he feels our business license fees are too high compared
to other cities in the area. Fees should be based on service rendered. In
some instances, the fees are not equitable. Mr. Trevino will research and
bring back a report to Council.
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May 30, 1984
9. & 10. Community Center and Park Scheduling and Procedures
Council concurred there is a need to establish procedures controlling the use
of City facilities. Also, we should investigate the need for posting bonds
for park useage. A resolution should be prepared regarding the Community
Center, covering procedures when a waiver of fees is requested. If there is
no request for waiver of fees, then the scheduling should be handled by the
City Manager's office.
Lake Elsinore Park and Recreation District will take over scheduling these
facilities when negotiations between the City and the District are complete.
11. Lake Elsinore Transit System - Scheduling and Promotion
Mr. Trevino reported that Dolores McDaniels, Transit Coordinator, has a manual
covering the L.E.T.S, operation, from it's formation, including scheduling
and promotions. This information will be presented to Council at the next
regularly scheduled Council meeting on June 12, 1984.
Transit Coordinator was asked to follow-up the following suggestions:
a. Special routes and schedules to accommodate senior citizens,
b. Advertisement of summer schedule changes,
c. Allowing small animals on the buses in proper containers,
d. Bike racks on buses,
e. Metal Signs at bus stops showing times, and
f. Coordinate schedules with RTA and other services.
ADJOURNMENT
The Study Session of the City Council was adjourned at 9:00 p. m.
G/`GG~vG~ ~G4
ARTA VALENZUELA, OR
CITY OF LAKE ELS ORE
Respectfully submitted,
J Ann Money, City Clerk
MINUTES
STUDY SESSION
SEWER TRANSFER COMMITTEE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, JUNE 4, 1984
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CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session of the Sewer Transfer Committee was called to order
by Chairman Matson at 8:31 a. m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MATSON, STRIGOTTE
BOARDMEMBERS: ATTRIDGE
Also present were: City Attorney Nazarek, Elsinore Valley Municipal
Water District Director Laughlin and Deputy City Clerk Bryning.
SEWER TRANSFER AGREEMENT
It was discussed by the Committee that all of the revisions of the
agreement were ready to go into final draft with the exception of the
amount of price of the land.
Boardmember Attridge reported that the consensus of the E.V.M.W.D.
Board was that the amount of $18,400 was found agreeable. The only
concern expressed was in regard to the City's Sewer Refund Agreement
with Developers for the line in Lakeshore.
Councilmember Matson explained that the refund is based at $500.00 for
the first 150 homes and the rest of the monies will then become part of
the Agreement transfer to E.V.M.W.D.
Mr. Nazarek questioned the need to amend our Ordinance to keep clarity in
regard to the fees that will be charged to the Developers. He will
review and revise as necessary and will bring this back to the Council.
Councilmember Matson stated that when the Agreement of Transfer has been
completed, E.V.M.W.D. can address the fees for the Regional at the time
that the building permits are pulled.
A71 monies which have been collected and put into the Capital Improvement
Fund will be transfered in one transaction. The Agreement will be taken
to the City Council on June 12, and if the Council agrees to the changes
and the amount of $18,400.00 for the sale of the property, then Council
will move to have the Mayor sign the Agreement.
Mr. Nazarek stated that there should be a clause included in the Agreement,
to the effect that if there were any adjustments necessary after the
signing of the Agreement, then it could be done at a later time.
The City will assume the risk of loss if there are fees that cannot be
collected from previous billing.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:04 a.m.
ri.
J H MATSON, HAIRMAN
Respectfully submitted,
Adria L. ryning, Dept y C~ erk
MINUTES
STUDY SESSION
COMMITTEE FOR RECREATION AND PARKS
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session for the City Council. of the City of Lake Elsinore and
the Lake Elsinore Recreation and Park District was called to order at
5:03 p. m. by P1ayor Pro Tem Strigotte.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: STRIGOTTE, VALENZUELA
BOARDMEMBERS: JOHNSON, RALEY
Also present were: Interim City Manager Norton, Recreation and Parks
Director Fry, Administrator for Recreation and Parks Molendyk, Adminis-
trative Assistant R.D.A. Modesti, City Planner Corcoran and Deputy City
Clerk Bryning.
BUSINESS
Mr. Strigotte addressed the goals and objectives of the City in regard
to recreational services. All of the suggestions of both the City and
the Recreation and. Park Board will be given to one of the Attorneys for
an agreement when each agency has set specific goals and directions.
The City would like to have a contract with the Recreation and Park
District for services. We in turn would supply and make accessible
the City owned parks and facilities. These would be for use of the
Recreation and Park District. The contract would be for management
of said City owned facilities. The City would retain ownership and
the right to develop. future recreational facilities and parks.
Maintenance of the parks and facilities would have to be of mutual
concern. A balance between the two entities, possibly an employee
from each agency could be assigned for maintenance.
The City would like the Recreation and Park District to be an arm of
the City Council and work in conjunction with the City Planner in the
acquisition and development of parkland for the City, protect the assets
of the City and lend expertise in park management. The City would in
turn make available the Capital Improvement Fund for parks to help with
the development of recreation and parks. The City would like to see a
balance between the youth, seniors and adults. In other words, the
whole community. There are special items to be addressed, such as the
Nutrition Center and the Little League. Some groups could be charged a
fee to off-set the cost of water and lighting.
The City would like to work with Recreation and Parks District jointly
to approach the High School and Elementary School Boards and persuade
them to open up their facilities for recreational purposes. There is
a Joint Powers Agreement with the Junior High School and we .need to
work to open up that facility to the community again.
Administrator Molendyk questioned the word 'manage'. He asked if this
would be for both maintenance and management (administration) of the
City owned parks and facilities. Mr. Strigotte stated that the City.
would off-set the costs and provide an employee which would assist in
park maintenance and yes, it would mean both.
Mayor Valenzuela stressed that the main concern is cost. This would
be for electricity, landscaping and maintenance. These are the main
items that should be addressed in planning for management.
Mr. Molendyk stated that since Proposition '13', there has been an
increasing policy of 'user pays'.
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Mr. Raley Stated that he feels that the entire responsibility for
management should be given to one agency. This would include the
management and maintenance for all the parks and recreational
facilities, which includes the Community Center. This would make it
possible to work jointly, but with no confusion in management. This
must be done jointly in order to obtain grant funds.
Mayor Valenzuela stated that Swick Field is of great importance due to
the fact that the City has just invested, over the last few years,
approximately $141,000.00 in its redevelopment.
City Planner Corcoran suggested that we acquire a cost breakdown of
service costs from the Finance Department to better appraise the
maintenance and operation of Swick Field.
Director Fry reported that through the Roberti-Z'berg - Proposition '18',
there are additional monies that are possible to. get for Recreation and
Park use. There is also a possibility of applying for funds from
the AB 737 Bill.
Mayor Valenzuela reported that special thought should be given to the
Nutrition Center, which is a part of the Office on Aging. This is
an agency of the County which uses the Community Center for their
program. The Recreation and Park District would have to act as their
liason between all the agencies.
Mr. Strigotte discussed the revised schedule of fees for the High
School District and their high fees charged to the community.. He
wanted to stress that the objective of the City and the Recreation
and Park District is to make the facilities available to the public,
to serve as many people as possible. The more space provided and the
better the facilities are scheduled, the more that the public can
utilize them. There should be strong emphasis on scheduling.
In regard to the Community Center, the City would like a policy set
to allow for the City Council to have input. This is a sensitive
area and the City would like to see the best use of the facility, as
the City has spent a great deal of time doing scheduling in that
facility.
Mr. Molendyk said that there should be a set annual review between the
City and the Recreation and Park District. This would allow both
agencies to set new goals and give consideration to past goals and
objectives.
City Planner Corcoran discussed the fact that the northwestern part of
the City needs facilities. He stated that he would also like to see
a community center and pool in that area as well. He stressed the idea
of a large open-space community park. There is a great need for this type
of facility and it could be made as part of the developers .conditions to
provide the land and equipment to develop this type of facility. The
more space an open park facility offers the less expensive it is to
operate and maintain versus neighborhood.. parks in several separately
located areas.
Mr. Fry stated that the Recreation and Park District has a Master Plan
which would apply to open-space park areas.
Mayor Valenzuela asked if there was input from the Recreation and Park
District for our General Plan. Mr. Fry did not think so.
It was agreed that each agency should interact with the other in order
to form plans for development of parks.
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Mr. Strigotte discussed the fact that the City does not want any
restriction of development of community projects. After development,
any parks would be turned over to the Recreation and Park District for
management. There will be a park development along Lakeshore Drive,
which will be developed like a green-belt to aid the control of
illegal camping and trash problem. Also, a park at Lakepoint will be
developed. The park along Lakeshore Drive will be retained by the City,
due to the operation of Code Enforcement to collect the fees and enforce
the City's rules and regulations.
City Planner Corcoran reported on the development of the green-belt
park on Lakeshore Drive and presented plans for future use. Ne reported
that this will be done on a 3 year lease basis for the program.
The purpose of the project is to control the trash and camping on
Lakeshore Drive.
Mr. Molendyk discussed the fact that this project would fit in with
the Lake Elsinore Task Force plans.
Mr. Raley asked if the Recreation and Parks District would have
access to the lake for aquatic programs. Mr. Strigotte stated that
yes there would be access to all City owned parks and facilities and
that it would be a very good idea to form aquatic programs.
There was a meeting set for July 11, 1984, at 2:00 p.m., between
the staff of the District and City.
A Committee meeting was set for July 23, 1984, at 3:00 p. m.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p. m.
EON S G TE, C~ IRMAN
Respectfully submitted,
9
ria L. Brymng, ep~ y City Jerk
MINUTES
JOINT STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, JULY 2, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Joint Study, Session of the City Council and the City of Lake Elsinore
Planning Commission was called to order by Mayor Valenzuela at 7:08 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: CITY COUNCIL
COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION,
VALENZUELA
PLANNING COMMISSION
COMMISSIONERS: BARNHART, DOMINGUEZ, MELLINGER, SAATHOFF,
WASHBURN
Also present were: Interim City Manager Norton, RDA Administrator
Modesti, Community Development Director Corcoran, Assistant City
Engineer Rubel and Deputy City Clerk Bryning.
REVIEW OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS
1. General Plan Amendment 84-1 - Krouse Builders/Ron Christian
Director. Corcoran presented this proposal to redesignate 2.4 acres
located north of Pottery Street, between Lindsay Street and Kellogg
Street from Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential.
Staff further stated the applicant requested and received a Zone
Change on subject property from R-2 to R-3.
There was general discussion in regard to the fact that a Tract
Map had been approved prior to the General Plan but building permits
had not been pulled, therefore they had no vested interests. There
is a possibility of Krouse Builders doing improvements to the rest-
rooms at Yarborough Park. This will be reviewed.
2. General Plan Amendment 84-2 - SQS, Inc./William Seers
Director Corcoran presented this proposal to redesignate lots 12
and 13 of Tract Map 15480, located at the end of Nashland Avenue,
from Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential. At
the time approval for Tract Map 15480 was granted, each lot within
said tract was zoned R-3, allowing 4 multiple family units for each
lot.
3. General Plan Amendment 84-3 - Harold F. Dempe
Director Corcoran presented this proposal to redesignate 3.53± acres,
located southwesterly of the intersection of Lincoln and Flannery
Streets, from Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential.
The property is presently zoned R-3 but when the General Plan was
adopted in December 1982, this property was effectively down zoned
to a Medium Density Residential use.
4. General Plan Amendment 84-4 - Charles 0. Pease
Director Corcoran presented proposal to redesignate 114.6± acres from
very low density Residential to Low Density Residential and approximately
9 acres from Vey Low Density Residential to Tourist Commercial, located
westerly of the intersection of Mountain Street and Robb Road. The
City Council approved Zone Change 84-3, which provided prezoning to
subject property of R-1 and C-2. It is the intent of this General
Plan Amendment to ensure compatibility between Lake Elsinore's General
Plan and it's Zoning.
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Review of General Plan Amendments - Continued.
5. General Plan Amendment 84-5 - Terry W. Shook
Director Corcoran presented this proposal to redesignate 1.5 acres,
located on Flint Street, situated between Mohr and Silver Streets,
from Medium Density Residential to Limited Industrial. Subject site
is situated at the northerly base of an existing hill, part of the
geological extension of hilly terrain associated with the Country Club
Heights area. Although subject site is relatively flat, slopes in
excess of 15% are in close proximity to the site's southerly boundary,
the current zoning of R-1 does not conform to the General Plan Land
Use designation of Medium Density Residential. Staff feels that due
to steep slopes and other environmental considerations, intensive
residential development may not be the optimum use for subject
property. With creative site development techniques, the land
use relationships between the existing residential and proposed
industiral uses would be effectively compatible to each other.
6. General Plan Amendment 84-6 - The Grayson Companies.
Director Corcoran presented this proposal to redesignate 13.3 acres
located southerly of Grand Avenue between Ortega Highway and Macy
Street, from Neighborhood Commercial to Low Density Residential.
Applicants are requesting this General Plan Amendment to allow the
construction of single-family homes on a portion of thier project.
A commercial site of approximately 12.1 acres on the frontage of
Grand Avenue would remain unchanged. This site could adequately
address the disignation of Neighborhood Commercial and serve the
adjacent communities. Said proposal would provide for additional
permanent residents to utilize proposed commercial facility and
existing commercial center directly to the east (Ortega Oaks).
7. General Plan Amendment 84-7 - Lakeside Estates, Ltd.
Director Corcoran presented proposal to amend the General Plan Land
Use designation of 13 acres within the City Limit boundary from
Public/Semi-Public to Low Density Residential and on 5 acres of
contiguous County property applicant is annexing to the City
from Low Density Residential to Neighborhood Commercial. The entire
site consists of 93± acres, however, this General Plan Amendment
is redesignating the Land Use for only 18 acres of said project
located on Corydon Road, southwest of Palomar Street, situated on the
west side of Corydon Road and bounded by Palomar Street and Union
Street, Corydon Road and Skylark Drive. The City Council approved
commencement of proceedings for Annexation No. 35, and approved Zone
Change 84-5 prezoning 80 acres of unincorporated County territory
to R-1 ((75 acres) to C-1 (5 acres). The 13 acre portion of subject
93 acre site was designated as the proposed Regional Wastewater
Treatment site, but has since been abandoned and an alternative site
chosen.
8. General Plan Amendment 84-8 - Zimmerman Consulting Engineers/Tomlinson
Director Corcoran presented proposal to redesignate approximately 7
acres of County property located southerly of the intersection of
Grand. Avenue and Riverside Drive and within the City's Sphere of
Influence, from Medium Density Residential to Neighborhood Commercial.
Applicant is in the process of annexing 43± acres, which includes this
7 acre parcel, into the City of Lake Elsinore-(Annexation No. 36).
There was general discussion in regard to making this project a
Specific Plan to give more flexibility. This could benefit the
City and the developer.
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Monday, July 2, 1984
Review of General Plan Amendments - Continued.
9. General Pi an Amendment 84-9 - City of Lake Elsinore/Planning Division
10
Director Corcoran presented the City's proposal to establish a Land
Use area for Senior Citizen housing with an associated community center
conversion by redesignating 41.1± acres, contained on the North by
Heald Street, on the South by Flint Street, on the west by Langstaff
Street and on the East by Kellogg Street, from Medium Density Residen-
tial and Special Purpose Public/Semi-Public to High Density Residential.
This area is proposed to be developed as a Senior Citizen community
with associated support services and facilities. Also this Land Use
redesignation will assist in alleviating the need for affordable
housing within the City for income groups that are less able to
purchase a new single-family unit.
There was general discussion in regard to new school versus inner-City
schools. The Elementary School is not able to meet earthquake standards.
It was the suggestion of the County to utilize this for Senior Citizens.
General Plan Amendment 84-10 - City of Lake Elsinore - Engineering
Department
Assistant City Engineer Rubel presented proposal to amend the Circula-
tion Element of the General Plan by changing vehicular traffic corridor
classification due to certain constraints and changed existing conditions,
and to make additions to the Circulation Element of the City of Lake
Elsinore's General Plan. The purpose is to minimize impacts on exist-
ing commercial, residential, and industrial development and to recognize
topographic constraints. There is no sigificant impact upon the
environment with the proposed changes. The proposed changes will
lessen the impacts upon the environment because of proposed reduced
widths for some streets. The following list identifies the proposed
corridor classifications and limits:
A. Machado Street:
B. Lincoln Street:
C. Chaney Street:
D. Ortega Highway (SH 74)
E. Strickland Avenue
F. Baker Street:
From Grand Avenue to Lakeshore Drive
From (100-76) to (88-64)
From Machado Street northwesterly
From "none" to (88-64)
From Lakeshore Drive to Flint Street
From (100-76) to (80-64)
From Grand Avenue to City Sphere of
Influence From (80-64) to (100-76)
From Chaney Street to Riverside Drive
(SH 74) from "none" to (66-62)
From Riverside Drive (SH 74) to Pierce
Street From (88-64) to (66-62)
DISCUSSION-ITEMS
A. Proposed Lakeshore Overlay Ordinance
Director Corcoran presented the plans for the Lakeshore Overlay
Ordinance. He pointed out special interests sites on the plans
and discussed elevation. He stated that a letter will be sent to
property owners in regard to turning, the area into a green-belt park
for day use and camping. It was suggested that emphasis be placed
on the visible area along Lakeshore Drive. The purpose of this
project is to clean up the area. It was discussed that 'rear set-backs'
need to be addressed.
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Monday, July 2, 1984
Discussion Items - Continued.
B. Infrastructure Infill - Requirement to Pave from Curb to Centerline
Mr. Rubel addressed the Infrastructure Infill and stated that it
was a condition placed on the developer to run tests on the infra-
structure infill to maintain conformity in paving. This would need
to be addressed in a possible addition to Ordinance 572. It was
suggested that the City Council and the Planning Commission study this
matter and come back for another study session.
C. Signage
There was discussion in regard to conformity of Signage. It was
suggested that the Ordinance be reviewed and revised to include
the Cal-Poly study and a draft formed to bring back to the City
Council and Planning Commission for a study session. Ms. Modesti
will research and review the Cal-Poly study and bring it to the
.City Council for final adoption.
D. Housing Abatement
It was suggested that this is a sensitive area and abatement must
be done for the safety of the community. It was suggested that this
be handled under Building and Safety and put under the jurisdiction
of Code Enforcement. This would be handled by notice and appeal
method.
E. Hydrology Study of the West End
It was discussed that there is a need for the County to complete
their Master Plan for Drainage. A meeting should be set-up with
the County and City to get this project completed. The City has
a major drainage problem all around the lake, but especially on the
west end.
F. Fire Site Analysis
Director Corcoran stated that he recently met with representatives of
the County Fire Department and they submitted information and charts
picking fire site locations. This is used to look at response times.
The City is currently looking for a fire site for the northwest end
of the lake to develop. It is our intention , as each developer
comes in, to have them supply portions for the fire station.
SUGGESTIONS
Mayor Valenzuela called upon the members of the City Council and the
Planning Commission to give some of their ideas in regard to City
operation and policy.
Councilman Matson
1. Less Conditional Use Permits in regard to temporary structures
for offices and businesses,. unless it will assist them in building
permanent structures.
2. Put noisy things where they are in a location proper to their
uses.
3. The City needs some kind of a design plan for industrial areas.
When we develop a plan we need to stick to it.
4. Requirements, such as parking, when projects are approved should
be looked at very carefully.
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Monday, July 2, 1984
Suggestions - Continued.
Councilman Knight
Variance is a major concern, especially in regard to add-ons.
Councilman Strigotte
1. Check the intent and conformity for the future of the City when doing
a Conditional Use Permit.
2. Check in past files for Master Plan studies and review them.
3. The future of the airport and Ultralights need to be addressed.
4. Discretionary versus Non-Discretionary items need to be addressed
and made clear to the public.
5. Consistency of street numbers needs to be addressed.
6. Duplication of items from the Planning Commission to City Council
should be moved to the Consent Calendar.
7. Start pushing fora two month lead time on major events to give the
City Council time to consider the events.
8. I am not in favor of R-3.
Commissioner Dominguez
1. Staff reports could be shortened and the locations clarified so that
the audience can better understand where the project is and what is
going on with the project.
2. Bring back the slide presentation to help identify the projects.
Councilman Vermillion
1. I am not in favor of an excessive amount of R-3.
2. There should be more consideration given to Commercial Projects.
Commissioner Washburn
1. There should be more study sessions in regard to the direction
of the growth of the community in respect to the General Plan.
2. Consider what projects and areas are the most important in the City
and address them in the next General Plan Amendment.
3. Title 17 needs to be addressed and the draft completed.
4. Planning Commissioners should have a copy of the Municipal Code.
5. There should be further study sessions in regard to the philosophy
of zoning and the objectives of the Planning Commission and City
Council.
Commissioner Saathoff
1. Code Enforcement needs to address the areas around the lake for the
unsightly commercial camping concerns and enforce the Municipal Code.
2. Notification to property owners for Public Hearings need to be sent out
sooner.
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Suggestions - Continued.
Mavor Valenzuela
1. There should be more cooperation between the City and the agency
doing the maps of the City.
2. Consider Industrial Development and both agencies come back for
a future study session.
Commissioner Saathoff reported on the Community Development Agency. He
stated that there is to be funds received for Community Redevelopment
from the sale of the Ortega Site, from the High School. These funds
will be available for projects. The Downtown Business Assoication was
notified. The Community Development Agency is also working with the
Chamber of Commerce to print some brochures to promote Lake Elsinore.
There is also a project in progress to acquire the Santa Fe Railroad
right-of-way land. This is slow in taking place and more information
will be forthcoming.
Councilman Strigotte addressed the Fountain Project on Sulphur Street.
He suggested that this street might be made a through street. Also,
using Terra Cotta as a through street to I-15 instead of Machado Street.
Mayor Valenzuela set a meeting for Thursday, August 30, 1984, at 7:00 p.m.,
and one for Monday, October 29, 1984, at 7:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 11:15 p.m.
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ARTA L NZUEL AYE OR
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CITY OF LAKE ORE
Respectfully submitted,
~.
Ad is L. Bryning, Deputy ,ay Cle
MINUTES
JOINT STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL/COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 1984
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Joint Study Session was called to order by Mayor Valenzuela at 6:33 p.m.
2`. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by County Supervisor Walt Abraham.
3. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION, VALENZUELA
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVES: Supervisor Walt Abraham, Community Development
Director Bruce Daniesl, Joe Hernandez, John
Schlarb and Andy Soto.
Also present were: Acting City Manager Norton, City Attorney Nazarek, RDA
Administrator Modesti and City Clerk Money.
4. PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Valenzuela presented County Supervisor Abraham with a Proclamation
of appreciation for his past support for the City of Lake Elsinore.
Mayor Valenzuela turned the meeting over to the Community Development Chairman
John Matson.
5. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Chairman Matson stated the purpose of this meeting is to discuss the various
types of grants and funding available through the County of Riverside. Council
and City staff need to become familiar with these programs and how they are
implemented.
Bruce Daniels, Director of the Department of Housing and Community Development
for the County of Riverside, stated that the Community Development Block Grant
Program (CDBG) has been in existence for the past ten years. During that time,
nineteen projects have been funded in the City of Lake Elsinore and the surroun-
ding County area. Three years ago, the City of Lake Elsinore chose to withdraw
as a cooperating City, from the CDBG Program, which resulted in a substantial
loss of funds to the City as well as the County.
In April of this year, the City reapplied for membership in the CDBG Program
and consequently, a three year cooperative agreement has been approved between
the City and the County. This will ensure the City a guaranteed entitlement
of $65,000 to $70,000 per year for each of the three years. Also, the City
will have the option to compete for over $3,000,000 available in Economic
Development and Housing Loan Funds, plus a $250,000 County-wide allocation
of rental rehabilitation money on a first-come, first serve basis.
Other programs which the City can compete for are the Urban Development Action
Grant Program (UDAG), Housing Development Action Grant Program (HDAG), and the
Urban Parks Recovery Grant Program (U PAR). Additional funding may also be
available through the County's reimbursement of Section 312 funds.
CDBG Program
Mr. Daniels explained that the CDBG Program is primarily involved in physically
developing projects such as: 1) Public Improvements, 2) Parks and 3) Flood
Control projects. Norman Industries Reconstruction project was sited, in
which the City and County worked together to obtain a $480,000 grant to assist
this development,in 1981/82. Another example given was the Downtown Commercial
Revitalization Loan Program. In 1984/85 the County has committed $100,000 to
this project. Flood Control projects include the Elsinore Village Dike which
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CDBG Program - Continued.
received $150,000 in 1981/82. Also, in 1981/82, the County allocated $291,288
for property acquisition for the Outflow Channel construction.
The CDBG program has provided a 'Jaws of Life' which is administered by the
Fire Department and located at our local fire station. Mr. Daniels commented
that we are currently involved in a fire protection master plan for the entire
County. Reports will be distributed to each City by their local Fire Chiefs.
He urged each City to become involved at this planning stage before the plan
is finalized.
Urban Development Action Grant Program (UDAG)
Mr. Hernahdez, Field Representative for this area, stated he specializes in
leveraging funds for special projects and for Park and Recreation projects.
Mr. Hernandez stated that the UDAG program was designed strictly for Economic
Development. Lake Elsinore is one of only seven cities in the area that is
eligible for UDAG funds. The program is administered by the Federal Govern-
ment and was primarily formed to stimulate the economy by saving or generating
employment .in cities such as Lake Elsinore where there is a high percentage of
poverty.
When the City enters into an agreement with a developer fora project which
they feel might qualify for the UDAG Program, the County, City and Developer
work together prior to submission of an application to the Federal Government.
The developer needs to obtain firm financial commitments from banks, as well
as other details including lease agreements, local approvals for planning,
zoning, etc., to assure all local requirements have been met. Another re-
quirement of the UDAG Program is that the developer must provide a statement
that without the availability of these funds, the project cannot proceed.
This is a very difficult and competitive process. The County has a good
team and can assist with preparation of strong applications. Once all details
have been resolved and requirements met, the County submits an application
to the Federal Government who is required to respond within ninety days,
stating whether the project is competitive or will be rejected. This allows
everyone to proceed accordingly. The terms of the grant funding are nego-
tiable. The City, County, Developer and Federal Government sit down at a
table and negotiate. The formula for maximum funding is based on the number
of jobs that will be generated, multiplied by the maximum figure of $10,000
Thus, if a development will provide 25 jobs, you multiply 25 x $10,000
which equals $250,000, the maximum grant that can be awarded to the City.
This amount is converted to a loan by the City to the developer and the loan
proceeds come back to the City to be spent any way the City wishes.
Housng:Development:Action Grant-Program (HDAG)
This is a new program which the Federal Government is initiating. It is
similar to UDAG and has similar deadlines and requirements.
Developers who are interested in either the UDAG or the HDAG programs can
contact the County who has a special staff available to work with them.
Urban Park Recovery Act Program (U PAR)
Mr. Hernandez stated he was instrumental in obtaining funds from the Depart-
ment of the Interior Park Recovery and Rehabilitation Grant Funds (U PAR), for
the County of Riverside. Riverside County was one of the few counties in the
Nation to receive these funds.
Mr. Hernandez urged the City and the Park and Recreation District to sit down
and take inventory of those park projects vahich are primarily for rehabilitation
purposes and located in blighted or low to moderate income areas. They expect
some limited funds to become available this year. Now that Proposition 18
has passed, we have bond act money available, as well as Historic Preservation
Funds.
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July 18, 1984
Downtown Commercial Revitalization Program
Mr. Daniels introduced John Schlarb who is the County representative assigned
to implement the Revitalization Program. He stated that some time ago, the
City and County Community Development Department, County Park and Recreation
and Historical Preservation Department saw the need for assistance in Lake
Elsinore' downtown area. Through the joint efforts of County and City staff,
five very positive looking applications have been submitted which will assist
some of the existing businesses in Lake Elsinore. A participation loan program
has been entered into with Crocker .Bank, and through contributions from the
City and the County, $300,000 has been generated in funds for low-interest
loans at approximately eight to nine percent interest. These loans will help
to upgrade stores and businesses, alleviate deficiencies in the buildings and
create a more attractive downtown business district for the City. Mr. Schlarb
will be working closely with the business people and giving assistance in this
project.
Section 312 Funds
Mr. Daniels explained that Section 312 is a loan fund that is applied for by
the private property owner or private business person, strictly for rehabilita-
tion. This would require all local approvals prior to application. Mr.
Abraham stressed the need to get applications in to the County as quickly as
possible since these funds are allocated on a first come, first serve basis.
Hobe Improvement Program
Since 1978, this program, sponsored by the County of Riverside has assisted in
rehabilitating forty-three (43) homes in the City of Lake Elsinore.
Senior Home Repair Prdgram
Since its inception, this program has been responsible for 650 home repair
projects and provided $12,555 in materials to complete the projects.
Mr. Abraham suggested that study sessions such as the one tonight be scheduled
with specific County departments and City Council and staff. fovernment is
changing constantly and County personnel stay up with these changes in order
for the First District to get its share of available funding.
6. QUESTIONS
1) Mr. Strigotte asked if the City can make improvements for industrial parks,
sewers and roads, through grant funds, prior to development of the property.
Mr. Daniels stated this would be referred to as a speculative development.
If no developer is involved, the application would not qualify under UDAG
or County Economic Loan Funding. However, if the City chooses to spend
its own Community Development entitlement funds or other available funds,
it is an eligible activity to construct offsite improvements for industrial
parks. This would be a good inducement to developers who would be eligible
for UDAG or Economic Development Grant funds. This would apply to city-
owned or developer-owned property.
Also, Mr. Daniels stated that there are from 15 to 18 cooperating cities
which they administer funds to County-wide. Not all projects are moving
along at the same rate. Some take more time to develop. Those funds
become available to advance out to another city on a short-term financing
basis. This can sometimes help a City to speed up their project. Lake
Elsinore could guarantee its three year entitlement if it could receive
its money up front so that the whole project could be completed at one
time.
2) In response to a request from Loren Culp, Mr. Daniels agreed to provide
a package identifying the different programs available, for staff review.
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QUESTIONS - Continued.
3) Mr. Vermillion asked if the County has any answers to the outflow channel
problem. Lengthy discussion followed regarding this issue. The County
shares our concerns. Mr. Matson commented that the channel goes right
through our industrial property and affects our economic development. Devel-
opers are concerned with lake stabilization. Consensus was to schedule a
meeting to include Ken Edwards, County Flood Control, and a representative
from the Army Corps of Engineers, and devote the entire meeting to addressing
this problem.
4) Mr. Knight commented that local banks need to be aware of the availability of
funds through the County. When a person approaches the bank for a loan
and does not qualify, they can be informed there is another source and
refer them to the County and the proper agency. Mr. Daniels added that if
local banks are interested in becoming involved in these programs, they
should inform the County.
5) Mr. Corcoran asked what is the deadline far UPAR grants. Mr. Hernandez
stated there are no funds for UPAR now, however, they could become avail-
able in the near future. It is important to have programs in the mill
which can be revamped quickly and refigured and applications sent out on
short notice. Mr. Hernandez agreed to make information available to Mr.
Corcoran so that we can be planning ahead.
6) Mr. Matson asked if there is any County assistance available to complete
sidewalks in the downtown area as quickly as possible. Mr. Daniels stated
this could be done through advancement of City entitlement funds. Another
alternative would be through the formation of an assessment district.
Also, in the past, the federal government has been willing to advance to
the County, its entire entitlement, to be paid back in six years at the
going Federal interest rate.
7) Bill Saathoff, President of the Community Development Corporation, stated
that the CDC has been pursuing the acquisition of the Santa Fe Railroad
right-of-way for. some time. He requested a letter from the County stating
that the railroad right-of-way issue is holding up economic development
in the city. Bruce Daniels agreed to follow-up and write a letter to that
effect.
CONCLUSION
Mr. Abraham concluded that he will follow-up with Ken Edwards, determine his
availability and schedule the next study session accordingly to discuss the
outflow channel project.
He suggested that we also schedule a meeting with Representative Al McCandless
to discuss the Lake Stabilization project. We need to know what direction
Washington is going with regard to the lake management project, since they
will be doing the major work on the outflow channel, plus downstream mitiga-
tion which will result.
ADJOURNMENT
The Joint Study Session was adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
~Y(n~n C mmun velopment Chairman
Respectfully submitted,
J nn Money, City C erk
MINUTES
STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, JULY 31, 1984
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1. CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session was called to order by Mayor Valenzuela at 7:02 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Matson.
3. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION, VALENZUELA
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Also present were: Tom Thomas, General Manager of King Videocable Company,
Acting City Manager Norton, City Engineer Culp and City Clerk Money.
4. DISCUSSION
A. King Videocable Franchise
Mr. Thomas explained the reason he had requested this study session was
to discuss future cable television plans for the community as well as
the need fora rate increase. King Video has been servicing the area
under a franchise agreement with the City of Lake Elsinore for approxi-
- mately ten years. Presently, they service approximately 2407 customers
and employ twenty-eight local residents.
B. Level of Service
Mr. Thomas explained at length, the problems which occur from time to
time due to power failures. They are trying to improve this situation
and have ordered two propane-powered generators which will activate
when there is an electrical power failure. Also, batteries are being
added to the power supplies which have a two-hour life. There are also
four portable generators which could be activated for transmitting
emergency information in case of a major disaster.
King Video will be expanding channel capacity this year, adding more
channels and attempting to improve their level of service. They have
purchased $81,000 worth of new video equipment which will be in use soon.
More hours of Community Programming are planned as well as live pro-
gramming from the High School.
C. Council Chamber Audio
Several alternatives were discussed regarding the audio problems existing
in the Council Chamber. Persons in the back of the audience cannot hear
the speakers. Consensus was to place a microphone at the podium and
adjust and activate the ceiling microphones. King Video will also be
draping the walls behind the Council table and upgrading their camera
equipment. The new cameras will work in conjunction with a remote van
which will be outside City Hall. We will need to provide a small opening
in the front of the building to accommodate wires and cables running
between the Chamber cameras and the remote van.
D. Rate Increase
King Videocable is requesting a rate increase of $1.00 per month on basic
service, as well as an increase in service and installation fees. The
last rate increase was in November, 1980, and it has become necessary
to adjust rates to reflect their additional costs. Mr. Thomas will be
sending a formal request for increase to Council along with a rate
schedule for formal Council approval.
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5. ADJOURNMENT
The Study Session adjourned at 8:42 p.m.
Arta alenzue a, Mayor
City of Lake Elsinore
Respectfully submitted,
Ann Money, City Cler ~~%y~~
MINUTES
STUDY SESSION
LAKE ELSINORE CITY COUNCIL
AND
LAKE ELSINORE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Study Session for the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore and
the Lake Elsinore Recreation and Park District was called to order at
6:31 p. m., by Chairman Strigotte.
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PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
PRESENT: BOARDMEMBERS
ABSENT: BOARDMEMBERS
KNIGHT, STRIGOTTE, VALEfJZUELA
MATSON, VERMILLION
JOHNSON, RALEY, WOOD
HALLER, PEARSON
Also present were: Interim City Manager Norton, RDA Administrator Modesti,
Finance Director Barrick, City Engineer Culp, Recreation and Park Director
Fry, Recreation and Park Administrator Molendyk, Recreation and Park
Secretary Pearson and Deputy City Clerk Bryning.
BUSINESS
Chairman Strigotte opened the discussion questioning the items in
the Draft Agreement between the. City of Lake Elsinore and the Lake
Elsinore Parks and Recreation District.
Director Fry stated that items 21 and 25 were to be deleted from the
Agreement, There is no problem with the Recreation and Park District
with this.
The Grant from the Office on Aging was discussed and Finance Director
Barrick. reported that it would take a minimum of two (2) months to
transfer the funds to Recreation and Park District. Chairman Strigotte
stated that it would not 6e necessary to transfer the funds if the
City dial all the disbursements. The City will be paying for the main-
tenance and utilities and the rest of the budget would better be handled
by the Finance Department due to audit responsibility. The Recreation
and park District could collect the fees and submit them to the City.
Thls would not affect the flow of the services and it would make operation
of accounting easier.
Finance D%rector Barrick stated that a quarterly statement could be
presented to City Council and the Recreation and Park District for
their review and as events increase it could go to a monthly report.
Administrator Molendyk stated that the Recreation and Park District will
take steps to put together_an organization chart for services. Penny
Williams will be placed in this organization chart listing her functions.
It was questioned in regard to Office on Aging Grants for Ms. Williams
pay. Finance Director Barrick stated that Ms. Williams is an employee of
the City and paid through the Senior Citizen's portion of the budget.
The Office on Aging Grant pay only a portion and the City meets the rest.
Director Fry addressed the fact that the Recreation and Park District
will be a consultant to the City and work in a chain of command
situation through Loren Culp, the City Engineer. Also, through the
Finance Director of the City.
Chairman Strigotte reported on the City Council decision to allocate
$15,000 of funds to bring the Community Center up to Code. The City
Council will reconsider the status of the Community Center at mid-term
budget. The situation will be based on basic economics in regard to
the future of the Community Center. There is an opportunity to work
with other governmental organizations to acquire the grant monies
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Wednesday, August 15, 1984
necessary to do the entire renovation and furnishing o
Center. Director Fry stated that it might be possible
tion and Park District to promote the Community Center,
in order to aid this project.
f the Community
for the Recrea-
for the City,
Finance Director Barrick questioned No. 13 in the Agreement, and asked
how much work space would the Recreation and Park District require in
the Community Center. Director Fry replied that if the Recreation and
Park District utilized Ms. Williams as a partial resident supervisor,
then her office space would be identified as office space as well as
the ticket booth and any available storage space.
Chairman Strigotte stated that the Geothermal person and Animal Control
would be Using office space at the Community Center.
It was discussed that all information and structure system having to do
with this agreement flow through City Engineer Culp. This would be done
in a chain of command and would aid communication and order for a smooth
running structure and create no major problems or impact.
Councilman Knight addressed No. 11 of the Agreement and there was general
discussion in regard to sale of food by vending machines. Director fry
stated that the machines would not be owned or operated by the Recreation
and Park District, but rather by organizations using the Community Center.
Mr. Fry stated that this would include the sale of food and drink at
functions not coming from vending machines. This would be at City
discretion.
Councilman Knight questioned the word and .meaning of 'limited' in
No. 15 of the Agreement. Director Fry stated that it refers to any
program that the City wants Recreation and Parks to present. This
would be for postage, printing, etc. This would be at the discretion
of the City Manager. Councilman Strigotte suggested that it might be
more effective to state City Manager or designated agent of the City.
Also, the cost should be presented to the City, before the actual project
is implemented.
Mayor Valenzuela questioned the use of alcoholic beverages at the Community
Center. Due to the Ordinance of the City in regard to alcoholic beverages,
the agreement should be amended to read: 'Application for use of Community
Center, when alcoholic beverages are to be served, must be brought to
City Council for approval:.
Finance Director Barrick questioned any fees that the Recreation and
Park District would charge the City that did not appear in the Agree-
ment. Director Fry stated that this program will go on an operational
basis and the Recreation and Park District will assume responsibility
for management services.
Chairman Strigotte set a meeting for Wednesday, September 5, 1984, at
4:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:31 p.m.
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j SCE N ~YR'IGO E,~ IRMAN
Respectfully submitted,
Gj~
Adria L. Bryning, Deput City C1 k
9
MINUTES"
JOINT STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL/COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Joint Study Session between the City Council of the City of Lake
Elsinore and the County of Riverside Flood Control District was called
to order by Mayor Valenzuela at '6:35 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by County Supervisor Walt Abraham.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE, VERMILLION,
VALENZUELA
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVES: Supervisor Walt Abraham and Depart-
ment Head of the County of Riverside
Flood Control District Ken Edwards.
Also present were: RDA Administrator Modesti, City Engineer Culp,
Community Development Director Corcoran, Planning Commissioner Saathoff,
Planning Commissioner Washburn, City Attorney Nazarek, E.V.M.W.D. Boardmember
Attridge, E.V.M.W.D. Boardmember Bryant, E.V.M.W.D. General Manager
Laughlin and Deputy City Clerk Bryning.
FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
Mr. Ken Edwards, Head of the County Flood Control District, explained that
the District is a separate entity of the County and functions as such.
There are seven (7) zones within the District and Lake Elsinore is Zone 3.
Mr. Edwards explained that the tax revenue is approximately $400,000, for
Zone 3. Out of tYiis amount, $250,000 is committed to the County mapping
program for this area. The end result of this situation is that other
sources must be found to provide funding for projects. Our major alternate
source has been the Federal Government through the Army Carp of Engineers.
Discussion between the Army Corp of Engineers and the Flood Control District,
in regard to Lake Elsinore, have been going on since 1962. In 1980, due to
flood conditions, the Corp felt that there was a significant problem, in
Lake Elsinore, to justify some .type of flood control improvement.
The Corp has been conducting a study of Lake Elsinore since 1980, and will
submit their report fora feasible flood control project, in September, 1984.
The basic plan is to develop a permanent channel to control the maximum
flood levels to a certain lake level, not to exceed elevations under the
100 year flood conditions. The flow would be directed to Riverside Drive
and beyond Riverside Drive to Nichols Road. The area between Riverside Drive
and Nichols Road would be a day-light channel, which is a natural .spread or
flood plain area. There are 5 bridges proposed for key crossings. A debris
baisn will have to be constructed at Wasson Canyon and improvements made to
Wasson Canyon Channel, from I-75 to where it discharges into the outlet
channel. Several other inflow areas would have to be improved. This will
have to be done by the District, as the Corp feels they can only justify
the main channel area. The rest of the improvements will have to be done
by the District and local agencies. The local agency is responsible for
land easements, bridges and relocation of utilities. The State of California
will reimburse the local agency 75% of the cost of the land and 90% of the
cost of utilities and bridges.
for. Ken Edwards defined Channel Mitigation as being physical changes in
natural stream conditions. This would apply if .the. channel is made wider
or deeper.
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Supervisor Abraham stated that a recent legislation passed in the House
of Representatives, HR 3678, which raises the limit for small projects
from 4 million to 72 million dollars. SB 1739 is now pending in the
Senate, which would greatly benefit the Lake Elsinore area. He suggested
all interested groups and/or'individuals to write Congressman McCandless,
Senator Wilson and Senator Cranston to encourage the passage of this bill.
Mr. Abraham also stated throughout the discussion that the County would
be willing to help the City with the cleaning of the channel. He stated
that the County assisted the City in 1983, removing weeds and silt from
the channel at a cost of approximately $50,000. He feels that the County
could again assist in removal of weeds and silt for this wet .season.
DISCUSSIO~d
Discussion centered around the Outflow Channel. Mr. Edwards stated that
with the possibility of excessive rain this winter, the cleaning of
the channel is the most current and important project. It was stated
that the earliest possible time that a permanent project could be underway
is 3 years. In the meantime there should be maintenance done on the
existing channel, including cutting through roadways to open flow. City
Engineer Culp stated that he had received an estimate of $9,500, to clean
the channel from the Lake to Chaney Street. This estimate is for weeds
only.
Councilman Vermillion questioned where the funds came from for the Wildomar
project and the Corona Project. Mr. Edwards. stated that the Wildomar project
had been requested several years ago. The-Wildomar ditch is not a flood
control channel. It was designed for drainage. If there were flood
conditions, the Wildomar ditch would not do the total job and there would
still be flooding. The Corona Project was done through a Redevelopment
Agency Bond Issue based on tax increment.
Commissioner Washburn asked if the Master Flood Control Plah for the Lake
Elsinore area had been completed. The City would like to work jointly
with the County to solve the drainage problems on the west end. Mr.
Edwards suggested that the City should adopt the Plan first, so that the
District can approach the Board of Directors with a plan that has been
approved by the City.
Mr: Corcoran commented on-County Tracts 19108 and 10828. He stated that
these two tracts seem to be the cause of flooding in the Ulla Lane area,
including both City and County sides of the street. It is felt that this
condition is a direct result of the construction of these two tracts.
Mr. Edwards said that this area should feed into the Leach Canyon area
and that he would look into the situation.
Councilman Vermillion proposed an alternate project for flood control,
a channel from Canyon Lake to the Wasson Canyon Channel. He stated that
the outflow channel property, that is currently being used, could then be
filled and sold for industrial building and the monies received could be
applied to the construction of the new channel. E.V.M.W.D. Boardmember
Attridge stated that during the flood of 1980, the Corp examined several
alternate ways to relieve the lake of flooding. A channel cut from Canyon
Lake to Wasson Canyon Channel would cost approximately 29 million dollars
in 1980. The Corp felt that the cost was too high.
Mr. Edwards was asked to explain the amount received by the District for
Flood Control. He stated that the Flood Control District received 4% of
1% of the total property tax received by the County of Riverside. The funds
come to the District directly from the County Auditor.
Councilman Vermillion questioned the amount of funds the Flood Control
District lost as a result of the Redevelopment Agency of Lake Elsinore.
Mr. Abraham stated that the City of Lake Elsinore, the Riverside County
Flood Control and Water Conservation District and the Lake Elsinore
Redevelopment Agency entered into a Cooperative Agreement in January of
1984. This provides the District with more than it would normaly receive
from property taxes.
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Wednesday, August 29, 1984
City Attorney Nazarek stated that there seems to be three major problems:
1. Weed Abatement for the Channel.
2. Obtaining monies for temporary maintenance and operation.
of the Channel.
3. Construction of the permanent outflow channel. (This has
a possible lead time of 3 to 5 years.)
Mr. Nazarek stated that the City needs to develop a revenue stream, for
excavation of the Outflow Channel, to maintain the channel as often as
necessary, until such time as the permanent facilities come into being.
Councilman Vermillion stated that if the Council and County were to consider
the channel from Canyon Lake to Wasson Canyon Channel, a building moratorium
would have to be enacted, in that area, to prevent anyone from building on or
in the area where the proposed channel would be developed.
A~,1011RNMFNT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
C!/
ARTA VAL NZUELA AYOR
CITY OF LAKE ORE
Respectfully submitted,
Qi
Adria L. Bry ing, Dep, y City lerk
MINUTES
COMMITTEE MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE/
RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
130 SOUTN MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1984
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CALL TO ORDER
The Committee Meeting of the City of Lake Elsinore and the Lake Elsinore
Recreation and Park District. was called to order by Chairman Strigotte
at 9:20 a.m.
ROLL CALL
COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, STRIGOTTE
BOARDMEMBERS: NALLER, RALEY
Also present were: City Manager Molendyk, City Engineer Culp, R.D.A.
Administrator Modesti, General Manager Fry, Contract Administrator for
Recreation and Park District Pepin and Deputy City Clerk Bryning.
DISCUSSION OF CONTRACT
City Manager Molendyk opened the discussion by explaining that the
meeting was being held in order to clarify the Agreement between the
Lake Elsinore Recreation and Park District and .the City of Lake Elsinore.
Item #4 was discussed and it was explained by City Manager Molendyk that
this item in to encourage the hiring of personnel from the local area.
Thais is not to suggest that residents get special treatment, but if there
is someone qualified in the area, it is to the benefit of all.
Mr. Fry requested that Item #5 read as: "The Contractor agrees that the
City of Lake Elsinore may, at any time, in writing, request the change
of any employee, and at such request, will be given due consideration
by the Contractor, upon examination of reasonable cause, consistent with
employment agreement".
Mr. Fry stated that Item #6 should read: "Notwithstanding Paragraphs 2
and 3 above, Contractor agrees to hold the City, its elected officials
offs"cers, agents and employees, free and harmless from any and all
claims, actions, and judgments from any source whatsoever by any of the
District°s personnel furnished under this Agreement, in or for the benefit
of the City of Lake Elsinore, whether performing direct or indirect
service, including any attorney fees and court costs which might be
involved in the defense of any such action.- This indemnification shall
extend beyond the term of this Agreement, including any extension thereof
as to any claims, actions or judgments arising from the conductor
inaction of any such personnel during the term of this Agreement, or any
extension or extensions thereof".
Item #8 was discussed and it was agreed that the banding was satisfactory.
Item #27 should read: "Duration of this Contract shall be three (3)
years from the date of execution by both parties. The Contractor shall
Piave the option of renewing this Agreement for an additional five (5) -
year term. Ninety (90) days prior to the termination the option may be
exercised. If no termination is enacted the renewal will be automatic.
Termination of this contract may be accomplished by either party upon
a ninty (90) day written notification to the elected officials of
either agency. Negotiations will start in January of the year of
expiration".
It is the obligation of both parties to send a letter of notice of
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It was agreed that the words in Exhibit "A", paragraph A., "Day-to-day"
be left out of the sentence. It was suggested that the sentence should
read: "Recreational Programing including, but not limited to". Also,
in Exhibit "A", paragraph B., it should read: "Management Services,
including, but not limited to, Assistance in the Management and Supervision".
Mr, Knight suggested that City Park and Gediman Park be struck from the
list of Exhibit "B". It was agreed that the heading of Exhibit "B" read
as follows: "The following public parks and facilities are to be
considered for parks and recreation management, including, but not
limited to",
City Manager Molendyk suggested that there be an Organizational Chart
added to Exhibit "C". This would provide an informational flow chart
for employee qualification,
City Engineer Culp expressed interest in the fee structure in order to
recover some of the operational and maintenance costs for parks. Mr.
Molendyk stated that this should be placed under Management Policy.
Mr, Fry suggested that the fee structure should be added to the Master
Plan for the District.
Mr, Strigotte stated that priority scheduling should be given to
Little League for Swick Park and our City Grant Programs for the
Community Center. Lakepoint Park will relieve some of the pressure
of scheduling when it is complete.
Mr, Culp addressed Park Development and said that this subject should
be taken into consideration. Mr. Molendyk stated that all new developed
parks will be added to Exhibit "B".
Mr. Fry stated that the City Council should review the Recreation and
Park District's Ordinance No. 1. Acceptance and adoption 6y the City
would baring conformity in fees between the City and-the County area.
Mr, Strigotte stated that he thought that there was already a resolution
in regard to this matter for the City. P4r. Culp stated that there was
either a fee or a land dedication.
Mr. Molendyk then reviewed the items that should be found on the contract
and stated that the contract should 6e ready for the November 13, 1984,
City Council Meeting. Mr. Strigotte asked that the contract be sent
to the City Attorney for review before it was brought before City Council.
He also requested that the City Manager and the General Manager of the
District develop a Management Policy and bring it to the Council and Park
Board for review.- Exhibit "D" will be a Resolution of Fees for Parks.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 a.m.
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SST IGOTT CHAIRMAN
Respectf/ully sub/mi///tJte/d/,~/
Adra L, Bryning", Deputy~ity C1
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MINUTES
JOINT STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
130 SOUTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Joint Study Session of the City Council and Planning Commission was called
to order by Mayor Valenzuela at 7:06 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Dominguez.
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PRESENT: COUNCILMEPI6ERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIGOTTE VERMILLION, VALENZUELA
COMMISSIONERS: BARN HART, DOMINGUEZ, MELLIfJGER, SAATHOFF, WASHBURN
Also present were: Community Development Director Corcoran, City Planners Fields
and Coleman, City Engineer Culp, Assistant City Engineer Rubel and City Clerk
Money.
DISCUSSION TOPICS
1. Costs of Private .Infill Development,
Problems related to development of the downtown areas were discussed. The
following suggestions were made:
a. Need to prepare boundary .map to define Infill area.
b. PJeed to identify problems of development in downtown area.
c. Advantages to developing Infill areas.
1) Reduced cost of services
2) Generation of tax revenue
3) Uniformity of development.
d. .Ways City can aid builders.
1) Mi!tigatlon of builder fees
2) Zone changes
3) Change density requirements to increase builder profits
4) Fast tracking
Consensus: Direct staff to bring back report defining Infill area .and
recomm~ations on how to mitigate fees and requirements.
2. Fiscal Impact Analysis.
Commissioner Mellinger suggested we require fiscal impact analysis on all
tentative tract map applications. The increasing number of tentative tract
maps which are being processed by the City makes it difficult to determine
if our fees are effective. The fiscal impact analysis is a useful tool and
is in common practice in other cities. It would determine the actual drain
on City services caused by a specific development and would serve as back-up
for requiring off-site improvements. _
It was agreed that this report could not be completed by City staff but would
be done by bonafide experts at the expense of the developer. The City would
handle the bid process and the developer would approve and pay for the con-
sultant. Certain other guidelines need to be established, such as:
a. which tracts would require Fiscal Impact Analysis
b. time period involved to implement
c. pracedures`to-be followed.
Consensus: Staff to prepare report including all criteria on residential
development only. Commercial and industrial will. be reviewed at a later time.
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DISCUSSION TOPICS - Continued.
3. Review of Fee Structu
Discussion centered around existing fees and how they compared to other cities.
It was agreed that once a Fiscal Impact Analysis is developed and a schedule
of fees established to coincide, it will be a simple matter for Commission and -
Council to determine whether fees are equitable.
4. Street Trees.
Mr. Corcoran reported that staff would like some guidelines established re-
garding street trees along parkways. It was agreed that all developers should
be required to plant trees at specific intervals in consistant numbers for
each developer. Staff will develop a list of acceptable species of trees to
be used. Also, tracts should have an assessment for maintenance of parkways.
5. Holding Tanks.
Mr. Corcoran reported that Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District used to
review holding tanks. After the District took over all sewer operations, the
City inherited the responsibility for holding tanks. Staff feels this
creates additional burden due to the necessity for inspection, etc.
Consensus: No holding tanks to be allowed within the lake perimeter. In
oti-T er areas, commercial, industrial and residential will be reviewed on a
case by case basis, depending on the area.
Discussion followed regarding the need for sewer availability in the com-
mercial area along Lakeshore Drive and Mission Trail. Costs to extend the
sewer line need to be estimated. Many projects are waiting to come on line.
It was agreed to direct staff to prepare a cost estimate and contact devel-
opers form Main to Malaga, along Lakeshore and Mission Trail, and determine
if they would be willing to participate ih an assessment district to provide
sewer to their developments.
6. Master Drainage Plan.
Mr. Culp reported that in 1966, the County prepared a Master .Drainage Plan
which was never adopted by the City. The City is currently collecting
Capital Improvement Funds from developments to mitigate drainage. The Map
Act requires, if you collect a fee, you must have a master plan downstream
facility and a dollar amount and justify how the cost will be split up to
benefit the developer. Staff is requesting direction from Commission and
Council. The City must provide a master drainage plan which would be a
tool to allow collection of fees. The cost to design a master plan would
be approximately $100,000. Once the plan is adopted, developers can be
assessed mitigation fees to help distribute the cost of the design.
Consensus: City Engineer was directed to prepare a report and place on a
Council agenda for consideration.
7. Presentation for Revitalization of Downtown..
Discussion centered around how to entice owners and renters of buildings
to become involved in the revitalization project. Some suggestions were
to schedule workshop session with slide presentations and problem solving
sessions. Also, the area could be designated a certified historical area
and this would provide a tax incentive of 20 to 30q to persons revitalizing,
if the work is done according to the plan.
Cohsensus: Complete City Hall and use it as an example. .Direct.,Ms. Modesti
to coordinate with Downtown Business Association and CDC to implement the
workshop and presentations.
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8. Adjournment
The next Joint Study Session was scheduled for Monday, October 29, 1984 at
7:00 p.m.
The Joint Study Session was adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
ARTA VALENZ ELA, Mayo
City of Lake Elsino
Respectfully submitted,
J Ann Money, City Clerk
MINUTES.
JOINT STUDY SESSION
CITY/COUNTY PLANNING
ALTHA MERRIFIELD LIBRARY
400 NEST GRAHAM
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1984
CALL TO ORDER
The Joint Study Session between the County of Riverside and the City of
Lake Elsinore was called to order by Mayor Arta Valenzuela at 6:09 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Supervisoi° Abraham.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: KNIGHT, MATSON, STRIr,OTTE, VALENZUELA
COMMISSIONERS: BARNHART, DOMINGUEZ, MELLINGER
ABSENT: COUNCILPIEMBEF.S: VERMILLION
COhMISSIONERS: SAATHOFF, WASHBURN
Also present were; Supervisor Abraham, County Planning Commissioner
Bresson, County Planner Streeter, City Manager Molendyk, Assistant
Manager Norton, R.D.A. Administrator Modesti, Community Development
Director Corcoran, City Engineer Culp, Assistant City Engineer Rubel,
Assistant Planner Coleman, Assistant Planner Miner, Recreation and Park
District General Manager Fry, E. V.M.W. D. Boardmember Baldwin and
Deputy City Clerk Bryning.
DTSCIISST(1N
Director Corcoran led the discussion in regard to coordination of the City
and the County Planning Departments. He addressed .the City's sphere of
influence and requested consideration of coordination of projects from
City to County in the sphere of influence. Such as the Bike-way path.
Supervisor Abraham stated that the key to development is cooperation
between the County of Riverside and the City of Lake Elsinore. He stated
that the County is open to suggestion and input from the City.
Councilman Strigotte stated that the objective of the City is to promote
cooperation between the two entities.
It-was decided by all present that a meeting should be set up bet~veen
the City Planning Department and the County Planning Department. Mr.
Steeter explained that the County is broken into areas and that the
Lake Elsinore area is handled by Team "2". He will have them contact
the City Planning Department to set up a time and place fora meeting.
County Commissioner Bresson stated that the Riverside County Planning
Commission is a hearing body, and as such must rely on the information
they receive at Public Hearings. He stated that the Commissioners are
interested in any information which wou}d aid them in their decision
making process. He stressed that there was no density problem in the
sphere of influence. The Master Plan for this area requires that any
development that is not sewered must develop on ?acre lots. There
have been exceptions. Developments on less than 2 acre lots have been
required to install dry sewering systems so that the development can
be hooked up to sewer later. This is still in conformance with the
County General plan.
Councilman Strigotte stated 3 major concerns, which are as follows:
1. Flood Control - Specifically problems such as the McVickers
area, where areas do not connect with proper drainage and
create problems downstream. When the Planning Departments
are in process of review, consideration must be given to
drainage all the way to the lake.
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Commercial Development - This is addressed to County Commercial
Development in the sphere of influence. Specifically the
Lakeland Village area and the lake premiter. We are looking at
a recreational area that must be very carefully thought out.
In the Lakeshore Drive-Machado Street area there is an Auto
Body shop in the residential area. This appears to be a land
use problem, where a fiusiness is visible and operating in a
residential section.
3. The Airport on Corydon - The City was informed that there is
to be a major residential development in the Northern section
of Wildomar and the Airport affects both the City and County.
The City needs to be sure to handle this area in the right way.
Mr. Steeter addressed the Commercial Development and stated that this
matter should be handled by Code Enforcement. The County is in the
process of correcting these type of problems though land use.
Supervisor Abraham addressed the flood control problem. He stated that
the problems are addressed 6y the Flood Control Department by letter to
the Commissioners and the Board of Supervisors. If the staff of the City
feel that the suggested flood control is not adequately addressed the City
should notify the County Planning so that steps can be taken. We will
make special effort to get the information of each project to the Planning
Department to get the City's input. It is prudent to approach the
developers before the project has passed the Commission and the Board
of Supervisors.
There was general discussion in regard to an exchange of information
between the two departments and it was suggested that, as part of the
conditions placed on the developer, that the. developer be responsible
for delivering a copy of his project to the Planning Department of
the City (and a development of the City to the County) and a sign-off
sheet used before the project would proceed. This would give each
respective department the opportunity to check and make their input.
It was suggested that when the two staffs get together - they start
to put some guidelines together and form some policies for a better
working relationship.
Councilman Matson stated that one of the areas that most expressed
the need for conformity was f4achado Street. One side of the Street
is County and the other side is City. The City required the tracts
to install curb, gutter and sidewalk. On the County side that was not
required. There is a definite break in conformity.
Corrmiissioner Bresson stated that as far as development of the County,
conformity is vital. Areas like Machado and Lakeshore do need to be
addressed due to possible future annexation into the City.
E.V.M.W.D. Boardmember Baldwin addressed the question of Urban Use
(Industry) in the County area. He asked. if there was some procedure
that the County used. in regard to this type of development. P4r. Streeter
stated that the County feels that industry should be developed in in-
corporated areas and that it is the policy of his department to direct
this type of development to the City. There is no formal process, but
It is the policy followed by the County.
General Manager Fry requested that when the respective Planning Departments
have their meeting that park space be considered. That they consider
acquisition of park land from the developers. Mr. Strigotte stated that
the City has started to address this area and is in process of requesting
park land, either from each development or from joint developments instead
of fees.
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City Engineer Culp addressed Transportation Circulation Planning. He
asked if Team "2" offers a plan for circulation within our sphere of
influence. Mr. Streeter stated that this would have to be addressed by
the Road Department.
Supervisor Abraham suggested that the Planning Commissioners of the City
and the County be involved in the meeting set up by the Planning Depart-
ments. Also, he suggested that a meeting be set uo with the Road Depart-
ment.
Supervisor Abraham graciously offered to donate a United States Flag
and a California Flag to the Altha P4errifield Library.
" ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:16 p.m.
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RTA VALENZUELA, M R
CITY OF LAKE ELS E
Respectfully submitted,