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MURRIETA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
April 4, 2006
26442 BECKMAN COURT
6:15 PM CLOSED SESSION
MURRIETA, CA
6:45 PM WORKSHOP
7:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
At 6:15 p.m. Mayor Seyarto recessed the meeting to closed session for the purposes stated below. Present were: Enochs, Gibbs, McAllister, Ostling and Seyarto. Absent: None.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PENDING LITIGATION, ONE POTENTIAL CASE, DREAM BOX (G.C. 549569b)
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS FOR ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AT JEFFERSON AND GUAVA BETWEEN CITY MANAGER LORI MOSS AND ROBERT SMITH, PROPERTY OWNER, REGARDING PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT (G.C. 54956.8)
Closed session adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Mayor Seyarto called the workshop to order at 6:50 p.m. and indicated there was no action to report from Closed Session. Present were: Enochs, Gibbs, McAllister, Ostling and Seyarto. Absent: None.
PRESENTATIONS:
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Seyarto proclaimed April 2 through 8 National Library Week and encouraged residents to take advantage of all that the library has to offer. Director of Library Services Loretta McKinney invited the community to “Change your Life” at the library.
PROCLAMATION - BOYS & GIRLS CLUB WEEK
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Seyarto proclaimed April 2 through 8 National Boys & Girls Club Week and called on the community to recognize and commend the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest County for providing comprehensive, effective services to young people.
PROCLAMATION - LUPUS WALK
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Seyarto proclaimed the City of Murrieta a proud supporter of the Mary Ellen Hames-Dellacato Memorial Charity Lupus Walk on April 29, 2006 and thanked event sponsors and participants in this local effort to eradicate Lupus through research, education, advocacy and service. Mike Hames thanked the city and Council for their support on behalf of his family and provided the website, www.thelupuswalk.com, for further information.
CAL-ID TO PRESENT GOLDEN BEAR AWARD TO GARTH BALTHAZOR
Lieutenant Danny Feltenberger, Riverside County Sheriff's Department, presented the Golden Bear Award to Garth Balthazor. Lieutenant Feltenberger discussed how recipients are chosen, and commended Mr. Balthazor for exceeding the requirements.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Kelly Seyarto called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Enochs, Gibbs, McAllister, Ostling and Seyarto
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION: Pastor Mike Patton, Oak Springs Community Church
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Action: The agenda was unanimously approved on a motion by McAllister and seconded by Gibbs.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Sandra Bowers, Murrieta, thanked Council for their responsive efforts regarding the Dream Box.
Deanna Walsh, Murrieta, discussed the dangerous traffic situations she encounters as a Crossing Guard at Buchanan Elementary School.
Lou Batchman, Murrieta, expressed appreciation to the Council for their efforts regarding the Dream Box.
Tony Cardenas, Sun City, thanked Council for their efforts to close the Dream Box.
Mark Franco, Murrieta, said he is grateful for the Council's efforts in closing the Dream Box.
Phil Oberhansley, Murrieta, encouraged the Council's efforts in prohibiting the Dream Box from coming into the city. He commented on his disappointment that press coverage focused more attention on the alleged Brown Act violation than Council's efforts regarding the Dream Box.
Lisa Tomer, Murrieta, supports Council's efforts to oppose the Dream Box.
Jerry Tomer, Murrieta, thanked Council for their continuing efforts regarding the Dream Box.
Melissa Romero, Murrieta, discussed dangerous traffic problems at Torrey Pines and Palm Tree Lane. She conveyed concern for the safety of her children and asked Council's assistance in resolving these problems.
Wade Wirth, Murrieta, discussed the dangerous traffic situation on Palm Tree Lane and is concerned for the safety of his children.
DEPARTMENT/COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS:
City Clerk – Kay Vinson advised that the month of April is “Voter Registration Month” and encouraged citizens to register for and vote in the June 6, 2006 Primary Election. She discussed where to obtain voter registration forms, May 22nd registration deadline, May 30th absentee ballot deadline, and school and library bond measures on the ballot.
City Manager – Lori Moss previewed a copy of the new City Scene newsletter which will be mailed to the community this week and reminded everyone there is still time to “sabotage” Council for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life fundraiser.
Community Services – Community Services Manager Debbie Tharp reported on the April 15th Eggstravaganza at Cal Oaks Park as the Easter Bunny distributed candy.
Library - Director of Library Services Loretta McKinney reported on April 2 - 8 being National Library Week, discussed the new web cam on the library page which provides a live construction update, thanked Tom Aronson and staff for this feature, and shared the importance of supporting agenda item #5, 2006 California State Library Bond.
GOVERNING BODY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Ostling: Thanked the team of police officers who won 2nd Place at the 22nd Annual Baker to
Vegas Challenge Cup Relay Race.
McAllister: Attended Golden Triangle executive meeting with Council Member Gibbs and advised
that soon they would like to hold a Council workshop on the Triangle.
Met with Caltrans, along with Mayor Seyarto, concerning the four interchanges being
built in the city. Commented on the positive and productive relationship the city
has with Caltrans and discussed how impressed Mr. Perovitch and his staff are
with the efficiency of city staff.
Reported on the completion of Verizon's road repairs in the Colony.
Attended the Temecula Mayor's Prayer Breakfast with Council Member Gibbs and
commented on how nice the event was.
Toured Dos Lagos with the developer, Corona Council Member Jeff Miller, Council
Member Gibbs and City Manager Lori Moss and was impressed with this high-end,
mixed-use project and said it may be something to consider for the Golden
Triangle.
Attended “Night Among the Stars” talent showcase and complimented the Youth
Advisory Committee and Community Services Department for their outstanding
efforts on this event.
Advised that the Western Center for Archeology and Paleontology is building a
museum in Menifee and he would like to agendize a presentation on the museum.
Gibbs: Attended “Night Among the Stars” talent showcase and was amazed by the talent of
the young people.
Congratulated Police Chief Mark Wright and his team for coming in 2nd Place at the
22nd Annual Baker-to-Vegas Challenge Cup Relay Race.
Commended Deputy City Manager Teri Ferro and the Finance Department on their
outstanding job on the city budget and congratulated them for receiving the
Distinguished Budget Award from the Government Finance Officers Association.
Attended Advanced Zoning and Land Use Seminar and will be meeting with staff to
provide information on court cases and the significant impact on CEQA. He stated
that one of the things he took away from the seminar is that the environmental
studies must be done right the first time. While attending the seminar, he spoke
with Mary Jane Peterson's lawyer and advised her he would welcome an
opportunity to sit down and discuss problems Ms. Peterson is currently
experiencing in her antique store.
Discussed Education Traffic Commission Workshop he attended at Cal Poly Pomona.
Reminded the community that Chili's Restaurant is open and Applebee's will open
April 10.
Attended Economic Development Breakfast with Council Member McAllister and
discussed Gordon Fawcett's efforts to bring a USO facility to Ontario Airport. Mr.
Fawcett suggested when the city opens the new park and amphitheater, he could
bring a USO show to the opening day ceremonies to help raise money for his USO
facility in Ontario.
Reported that Verizon has completed the road repairs at the Colony.
Seyarto: Attended League of California Cities Public Safety Committee meeting and reported
on: 1) A resolution to support an assembly bill sponsored by a council
member/attorney in Clovis which will force drunk drivers to appear in court rather
than their attorneys appear for them making it easier for prosecuting attorneys to
remand repeat offenders; 2) the League's efforts to gather information on the
pandemic issue; and 3) Homeland Security's NIMS program vs. the State of
California's SIMS program.
APPROVAL OF city council CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS 1-14.
Council Member Enochs pulled item #3, Ratification and Approval of the Check Register for March 2006.
Action: It was moved by McAllister and seconded by Ostling to approve City Council consent calendar items 1-2 and 4-14. On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Gibbs, Enochs, McAllister, Ostling and *Seyarto
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: *Seyarto on item #2
1. WAIVEd READING OF ALL ORDINANCE INTRODUCTIONS ON THIS AGENDA AND READ BY TITLE ONLY
2. MINUTES
Action: Approved the Minutes of the 6:00 p.m. Closed Session, 6:30 p.m. Workshop and 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting on March 21, 2006.
4. ORDINANCE ADDING regulations for the game of bingo to the murrieta municipal code
Action: Adopted Ordinance 356-06 adding Chapter 5.02 to Title 5 of the Municipal Code to Regulate the Game of Bingo.
5. 2006 CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY BOND
Action: Adopted Resolution 06-1573 endorsing the California Reading and Literacy Improvement and Public Library Construction and Renovation Bond Act of 2006.
6. VOTER EDUCATION MONTH
Action: Adopted Resolution 06-1574 endorsing April as "Voter Education Month" and encouraging Murrieta citizens to register for and vote in the June 6, 2006 Primary Election.
7. FINAL PARCEL MAP 32657, A two-PARCEL SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT MAP, LOCATED ON DAWNWOOD STREET, WEST OF JENNY LANE AND NORTH OF KALMIA STREET
Action: Adopted Resolution 06-1575 approving Parcel Map 32657.
8. SUMMARY VACATION OF LOT "K" AS SHOWN ON TRACT MAP 29640-1 (PABESU ROAD), LOCATED IN THE GREER RANCH SPECIFIC PLAN AREA
Action: Adopted Resolution 06-1576 approving the summary vacation of Lot "K" as shown in Tract Map 29640-1 dedicated as right-of-way for public road and utility purposes (Pabesu Road).
9. CONTRACT FOR THE PREPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTS FOR A PROPOSED PROJECT LOCATED AT 28967 BAXTER ROAD
Action: Authorized the City Manager to sign the contract with KPC Environmental, Inc. for the preparation of environmental documents in accordance with CEQA for a Conditional Use Permit for a commercial kennel.
10. CONTRACT FOR THE PREPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTS FOR A PROPOSED PROJECT LOCATED NORTHEAST OF DUSTER AND CATT ROADS, NORTH OF CLINTON KEITH ROAD
Action: Authorized the City Manager to sign a contract with Michael Brandman Associates for the preparation of environmental documents in accordance with CEQA for the Granite Homes project identified as Murrieta 30.
11. WORK ORDER AGREEMENT WITH DENNIS JANDA, INC.
Action: Withdrawn by staff.
12. LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN OF SECOND AVENUE PARK
Action: Approved the agreement from Alhambra Group for the master plan development and design of City owned vacant lot on Second Avenue in the amount of $4,125, and authorized the City Manager to execute the document.
13. TERMINATION OF DEDICATION IN FEE TITLE OF LOT O FOR TRACT 29217-3
Action: Approved the termination of the dedication in fee title of Lot O for Tract 29217-3 and reconveyed the property back to Lincoln Ranch 249/AF XXXIII, LLC.
14. REPLACEMENT OF COMPUTERS
Action: Approved the expenditure of funds for the purchase of one replacement computer for the Administration Department and four replacement computers for the Human Resources Department and declared the replaced equipment as surplus.
Mayor Seyarto abstained from item #15 due to a potential conflict of interest because of property ownership in the area and left the Chambers, and Mayor Pro Tem McAllister took over as chair.
Action: By consensus Council recessed briefly from 8:03 p.m. to 8:10 p.m.
15. PUBLIC HEARING - VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, AND MINOR VARIANCE FOR A 180-UNIT APARTMENT COMPLEX CONVERSION TO A 180-UNIT CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX, LOCATED AT 39930 WHITEWOOD ROAD
Jack McGee provided the staff report. Council Member Gibbs asked for assurance from staff that this was a unique situation. Mayor Pro Tem McAllister asked about the housing element standard. Council Member Enochs asked what level of housing this project was considered. Council Member Ostling inquired if the city would have to make up the moderate housing level somewhere else.
Speaking on behalf of applicant:
Larry Markham, applicant representative, discussed the affordability of the project, the relocation plan of remodeling 25 units at a time over a two-year period, using the relocation fee towards the purchase price of a unit, parking, provided photographs of upgrades, cable access features, sports complex, and redesign of the pool area.
Council Member Ostling ascertained each unit has a separate entry. Council Member Gibbs asked if there would be any issues with remediation of mold. Council Member Enochs asked if building standards for apartments would be the same as building standards for condominiums. Mayor Pro Tem McAllister discussed the six parking spaces that were eliminated, wanted assurances that senior residents or residents living on a fixed income would be relocated to comparable units, and asked for information on how current residents had been noticed.
Mayor Pro Tem McAllister opened the public hearing but there were no comments so the hearing was closed.
Council Member Enochs asked for assurance that eliminating the six parking spaces would not be an issue. Council Member Ostling discussed his concern over the relocation process and making sure the elderly and individuals living on fixed income could relocate to comparable housing. Council Member Enochs asked if the developer's loan officer would inform buyers of all options and programs and he wanted to insure that the new tennis court would be built to the same standards as the one being removed.
Action: It was moved by Gibbs and seconded by Enochs to accept staff's Environmental Determination and approve Vesting Parcel Map 33767, Conditional Use Permit (004-154), and Minor Variance (2005-1847) based on the Findings and subject to the Amended Conditions of Approval. On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Gibbs, Enochs, Ostling and McAllister
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Seyarto
Mayor Seyarto returned to Chambers.
PULLED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
3. RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF THE CHECK REGISTER FOR MARCH 2006
Action: It was moved by McAllister and seconded by Ostling to ratify and approve the Check Register in the amount of $5,068,355.55 (checks 58510-59042) and the Payroll Register in the amount of $2,823,764.67 for the month of March 2006. On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Gibbs, *Enochs, McAllister, Ostling and Seyarto
NOES: *Enochs to vendor 2353
ABSTAIN: None
GOVERNING BODY ACTIONS/COMMENTS
Gibbs: Determined the goal of preparing a Specific Plan for the Los Alamos area was
moving forward.
Discussed status of the Steering Committee At-Large Members being phased in as
area representatives.
Commented on the Cal Poly Pomona traffic seminar where rubber speed bumps were
discussed as an alternative and suggested they might be a consideration for the
city.
McAllister: Talked about the nuisance of loud car stereos and asked if staff would check on ways
to address this problem.
Expressed concern about a potential violation regarding a business on the east side
operating as a night club.
Enochs: Asked for and received council consensus to have an expert provide a workshop
session on the Brown Act at the September candidate seminar.
Inquired when staff would come back to Council with an idea of how to address
change orders on current projects.
Ostling: Requested a copy of the city's noise ordinance and would like to consider, at a
future date, an amendment to this ordinance that would address the issue of loud
car stereos.
ADJOURNMENT
Action: At 9:20 p.m., the meeting was unanimously adjourned.
A. Kay Vinson, MMC
City Clerk
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Kelly Seyarto called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
Present were: Enochs, Gibbs, McAllister, Ostling and Seyarto. Absent: None.
APPROVAL OF redevelopment agency consent calendar items 16 & 17
Action: It was moved by McAllister and seconded by Ostling to approve Redevelopment Agency consent calendar items 16 and 17. On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Enochs, Gibbs, McAllister, Ostling and Seyarto
NOES: None
16. MINUTES
Action: Approved the Minutes of the 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting on March 7, 2006.
17. EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATING AGREEMENT WITH MURRIETA FAMILY HOUSING PARTNERS
Action: Authorized an extension to the Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Murrieta Family Housing Partners, L.P. (Affirmed Housing Group), which sets aside a period of time for the Agency and developer to negotiate a Developer and Disposition Agreement (DDA), as amended to extend the termination date through August 31, 2006.
ADJOURNMENT
Action: At 9:20 p.m., the meeting was unanimously adjourned.
A. Kay Vinson, MMC
City Clerk
CALL TO ORDER: President Kelly Seyarto called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
Present were: Enochs, Gibbs, McAllister, Ostling and Seyarto. Absent: None.
APPROVAL OF FIRE district consent calendar items 18 & 19
Action: It was moved by McAllister and seconded by Ostling to approve Fire District consent calendar items 18 and 19. On roll call, the vote was:
AYES: Enochs, Gibbs, McAllister, Ostling and Seyarto
NOES: None
18. MINUTES
Action: Approved the Minutes of the 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting on March 21, 2006.
19. BUDGET ADJUSTMENT FOR EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER
Action: Approved budget increase of $30,000 to purchase computer software, satellite telephone, desktop telephones, and disaster supplies for the Emergency Operations Center, funded from Fire Department reserves.
ADJOURNMENT
Action: At 9:20 p.m., the meeting was unanimously adjourned.
A. Kay Vinson, MMC
City Clerk
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