City of Lake Elsinore
City Council Meeting
Minutes – Final
Natasha Johnson, Mayor
Steve Manos, Mayor Pro Tem
Brian Tisdale, Council Member
Timothy J. Sheridan, Council Member
Robert E. Magee, Council Member
Jason Simpson, City Manager
Meeting Date:
December 12, 2023
Closed Session: 6:00 PM
Public Session: 7:00 PM
Cultural Center
183 N. Main Street
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M.
The Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: 5 - Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Absent: 0 - None
PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
There were no speakers.
CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
(Gov’t Code Section 54956.8)
Property: APNs: 374-072-012, -014, -015 and -016
Agency negotiator: City Manager Simpson
Negotiating parties: City of Lake Elsinore and Familia Del Nuevo Nacimiento Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
B. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
(Gov’t Code Section 54956.8)
Property: APNs: 374-072-013
Agency negotiator: City Manager Simpson
Negotiating parties: City of Lake Elsinore and Ignacio Munguia Rodriguez and Blanca Delgado
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
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RECONVENE/CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the City Council reconvened and the Regular Meeting of the Successor Agency was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Manos led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MOMENT OF SILENCE
ROLL CALL
Present: 5 - Council/Agency Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Manos; and Mayor/Chair Johnson
Absent: 0 - None
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Leibold reported that two items were discussed; however, no reportable action was taken.
PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIALS
1) Recognition of Lakeside High School Physics Class
Recognize Lakeside High School's "The MEG" Team for building a boat out of only cardboard and tape for the Physics "Regatta" project.
Mayor Johnson presented certificates to the students.
2) Dream Extreme Future Leaders
Present Certificates of Recognition to the 2023 Dream Extreme Future Leaders Program Participants.
Mayor Johnson presented certificates to the students.
3) Elsinore Strong Awards
Plaques were presented by each Council Member to Sandra Valles-Metzger, Matt Norkin, Matthew Dobler, and Myles Ross. It was noted that Shaun Brock will also receive a plaque.
4) Grand Marshal Recognition
Drew Jaime presented an award to Mayor Johnson for being the Grand Marshal in the 2022 Canyon Hills Christmas Parade.
5) Storm Ready
Emergency Services Manager Mesa presented an update on being prepared for storms in the coming months.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 1 MINUTE
City Clerk Alvarez noted seven written communications regarding the Lansing warehouse were received, entered into the record, and distributed to the City Council.
Paulie Tehrani was called to speak.
Ace Vallejos was called to speak.
CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Manos to approve the City Council Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
6) Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of November 14, 2023
Approve the Minutes.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
7) CC Warrant Report Dated October 20, 2023 to November 02, 2023
Receive and File.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
8) CC Warrant Report Dated November 03, 2023 to November 16, 2023
Receive and File.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
9) Second Reading of an Ordinance Authorizing WRCOG to Calculate and Collect Fees Under the Western Riverside County Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF) Program
Adopt by title only and waive further reading of AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 16.83.060 TO AUTHORIZE WRCOG TO
CALCULATE AND COLLECT FEES UNDER THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM MITIGATION FEE (TUMF) PROGRAM.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
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10) Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Franchise Agreement with CR&R Incorporated, subject to minor modifications as approved by the City Attorney.
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Franchise Agreement with CR&R Incorporated, subject to minor modifications as approved by the City Attorney.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
11) Parcel Map 37550, Lake Street Storage
Approve Parcel Map 37550 subject to City Engineer’s acceptance as being true and correct, and authorize the City Clerk to sign the map and arrange for the recordation of Parcel Map 37550.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12) TUMF Fee Credit/Reimbursement Agreement for Transportation Improvements Constructed by Pulte Home Company, LLC for Alberhill Ranch Tract 28214-9 Single Family Residential Project
Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an Improvement Credit/Reimbursement Agreement with Western Riverside Council of Governments and Pulte Home Company, LLC in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
13) Three-year Agreement with Graffiti Tracker for the Uploading, Processing, and Analysis of Graffiti
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement in the amount of $11,000.00 annually for three years in an amount not to exceed $33,000.00 based on the volume of photographs taken by the graffiti abatement crews and equipment costs in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
14) Acceptance of the Fellowship Grant from Stanford Impact Labs
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Stanford Impact Labs for a fellowship grant in the amount of $50,000 to the City of Lake Elsinore for a project entitled Evidence for Policy Fellowship in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
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15) Purchase of One (1) Electric Boom Lift and Two (2) Mobile LED Light Towers
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Purchase Order with Quinn for one (1) Electric Boom Lift and two (2) LED Light Towers in an amount not to exceed $117,570.63 in such final form approved by the City Attorney and authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed a 10% contingency of $11,757.00 for unanticipated costs.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
16) Approval of FY23/24 Rates with the County of Riverside for Maintenance of City Traffic Signals and Safety Lighting
Approve the FY 23/24 rates for the County of Riverside Transportation Department (County) Agreement for Traffic Signal and associated hardware maintenance, emergency call-out services, and inventory of City traffic signal equipment maintained by the County.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
17) Purchase of ClearVu Cochrane's Invisible Wall Fencing System at Serenity Park (CIP Project #Z40005)
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Purchase Order with Cochrane USA in an amount not to exceed $183,696.31 in such final form approved by the City Attorney and authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed a 10% contingency of $18,369.00 for unanticipated costs.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
18) Agreement with Professional Sports Field Maintenance, Inc. for Bi-weekly Field Maintenance Services at McVicker Park, Swick and Matich Park, Summerly Park, Tuscany Park, Canyon Hills Park, and Christensen Park
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Contractor Services Agreement with Professional Sports Field Maintenance, Inc. for Bi-weekly Field Maintenance Services at McVicker Park, Swick & Matich Park, Summerly Park, Tuscany Park, Canyon Hills Park, and Christensen Park in an amount not to exceed $45,270.00 per Fiscal Year for a term of three (3) years in such final form as approved by the City Attorney and authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed a 10% contingency of $4,527.00 for unanticipated costs.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
SUCCESSOR AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Agency Member Tisdale, seconded by Vice Chair Manos to approve the Successor Agency Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Agency Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Vice Chair Manos; and Chair Johnson
Nay: 0 None
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19) Minutes of the Regular Successor Agency Meeting of November 14, 2023
Approve the Minutes.
This item was approved on the Successor Agency Consent Calendar.
20) SA Warrant Report Dated October 20, 2023 to November 02, 2023
Receive and File.
This item was approved on the Successor Agency Consent Calendar.
21) SA Warrant Report Dated November 03, 2023 to November 16, 2023
Receive and File.
This item was approved on the Successor Agency Consent Calendar.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
22) Planning Application No. 2022-03 (Mission Trail at Lemon) – a Request for Approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 38378 to Subdivide an approximately 17.21- acre Site into One (1) Lot for Condominium Purposes and Residential Design Review to Construct 191 Detached Condominium Residences within the East Lake Specific Plan
1. Find that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15182(c) (Residential Projects Implementing Specific Plans);
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING FINDINGS THAT PLANNING
APPLICATION NO. 2022-03 (TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 38378 AND RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2022-02) IS CONSISTENT WITH THE
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY MULTIPLE SPECIES HABITAT
CONSERVATION PLAN (MSHCP);
3. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 38378 TO SUBDIVIDE AN APPROXIMATELY 17.21-ACRE SITE INTO ONE LOT AND 191 RESIDENTIAL UNITS FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES LOCATED IN APNS:
370-050-019, 370-050-020, AND 370- 050-032; and
4. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2022-02 PROVIDING BUILDING DESIGNS AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS FOR 191 TWO-STORY DETACHED CONDOMINIUM RESIDENTIAL UNITS IN LOCATED APNS: 370-050-019, 370- 050-020, AND 370-050-032.
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The Public Hearing was re-opened at 7:46 p.m.
Assistant Community Development Director Abraham presented the staff report.
There were no speakers.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:04 p.m.
A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Council Member Sheridan to approve the four recommendations. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 1 None
23) Establishment of Community Facilities District No. 2023-2 of the City of Lake Elsinore (Coastal Mission Trails)
1. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-2 OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE (COASTAL MISSION TRAILS),
AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX THEREIN, CALLING AN
ELECTION AND APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS
RELATED THERETO;
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-2 OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE (COASTAL MISSION TRAILS) DETERMINING THE NECESSITY TO
INCUR BONDED INDEBTEDNESS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$15,000,000 WITHIN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-2 OF THE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE (COASTAL MISSION TRAILS) AND CALLING AN ELECTION THEREIN;
3. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-2 OF THE CITY OF
LAKE ELSINORE (COASTAL MISSION TRAILS) CERTIFYING ELECTION RESULTS; and
4. Introduce by title only and waive further reading of AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS
CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-2 OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE (COASTAL MISSION TRAILS) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES.
The Public Hearing was reopened at 8:04 p.m.
The Staff Report was waived.
There were no speakers.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:06 p.m.
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A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Manos to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Manos to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 2. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Manos, seconded by Council Member Tisdale to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 3. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Manos to introduce by title only and waive further reading of the Ordinance in Recommendation No. 4. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
24) Public Hearing and Election for Annexation Proceedings for Annexation No. 14 into Community Facilities District No. 2015-1 (Safety Services)
1. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-1 (SAFETY
SERVICES), ANNEXING TERRITORY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-1 (SAFETY SERVICES), AND CALLING ELECTIONS THEREIN; and
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-1 (SAFETY SERVICES) CERTIFYING THE RESULTS OF THE DECEMBER 12, 2023 ANNEXATION AND SPECIAL TAX ELECTIONS.
The Public Hearing was reopened at 8:07 p.m.
The Staff Report was waived.
There were no speakers.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:11 p.m.
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A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Manos to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Manos, seconded by Council Member Tisdale to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 2. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
25) Public Hearing and Election for Annexation Proceedings for Annexation No. 19 into Community Facilities District No. 2015-2 (Maintenance Services) for Coastal Mission Trails
1. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AN ELECTION TO SUBMIT TO THE
QUALIFIED ELECTORS THE QUESTION OF LEVYING A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN
THE AREA PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) (ANNEXATION NO. 19);
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ELECTION RESULTS FOR
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) (ANNEXATION NO. 19); and
3. Introduce by title only and waive further reading of AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2016-1359 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 OF THE CITY OF
LAKE ELSINORE (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES.
The Public Hearing was reopened at 8:11 p.m.
The Staff Report was waived.
There were no speakers.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:14 p.m.
A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Council Member Magee to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
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A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Manos to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 2. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Council Member Magee to introduce by title only and waive further reading of the Ordinance in Recommendation No. 3. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
26) Public Hearing and Election for Annexation Proceedings for Annexation No. 20 Into Community Facilities District No. 2015-2 (Maintenance Services) for Alberhill
1. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AN ELECTION TO SUBMIT TO THE
QUALIFIED ELECTORS THE QUESTION OF LEVYING A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN
THE AREA PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) (ANNEXATION NO. 20);
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ELECTION RESULTS FOR
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) (ANNEXATION NO. 20); and
3. Introduce by title only and waive further reading of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2016-1359 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 OF THE CITY OF
LAKE ELSINORE (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES.
The Public Hearing was opened at 8:17 p.m.
The Staff Report was waived.
There were no speakers.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:18 p.m.
A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Council Member Magee to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Manos, seconded by Council Member Tisdale to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 2. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Manos, seconded by Council Member Magee to introduce by title only and waive further reading of the Ordinance in Recommendation No. 3. The motion Carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
27) Public Hearing and Election for Annexation Proceedings for Annexation No. 21 Into Community Facilities District No. 2015-2 (Maintenance Services) for Lake Storage
1. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AN ELECTION TO SUBMIT TO THE
QUALIFIED ELECTORS THE QUESTION OF LEVYING A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN
THE AREA PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) (ANNEXATION NO. 21);
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ELECTION RESULTS FOR
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) (ANNEXATION NO. 21); and
3. Introduce by title only and waive further reading of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2016-1359 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 OF THE CITY OF
LAKE ELSINORE (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF
SPECIAL TAXES
The Public Hearing was opened at 8:21 p.m.
The Staff Report was waived.
There were no speakers.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:22 p.m.
A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Manos to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Manos, seconded by Council Member Magee to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 2. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Manos, seconded by Council Member Tisdale to introduce by title only and waive further reading of the Ordinance in Recommendation No. 3. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
28) Second and Final Extension of Time request for Conditional Use Permit No. 2018-03 and Commercial Design Review No. 2016-17 (Kassab Travel Center)
1. Find that pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15162, the extension of time request would not have a significant effect on the environment and no new environmental documentation is necessary because all potentially significant effects have been adequately analyzed in a previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration (ER 2018-02) (SCH No. 2019029048);
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2018-03 TO JULY 14, 2024; and
3. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2016-17 TO JULY 14, 2024.
The Public Hearing was opened at 8:25 p.m.
Assistant Community Development Director Abraham presented the staff report.
There were no speakers.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:27 p.m.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Manos, seconded by Council Member Magee to approve staff’s three recommendations. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
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29) Extension of Time Request for Tentative Parcel Map No. 38341 and Industrial Design Review No. 2021-05 (Fairway Business Park Phase III)
1. Find that pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15162, the extension of time request would not have a significant effect on the environment and no new environmental documentation is necessary because all potentially significant effects have been adequately analyzed in a previously adopted Addendum No. 1 to Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) No. 2007-05 (SCH No. 2007071157);
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 38341 TO JANUARY 11, 2026; and
3. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR INDUSTRIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2021-05 TO JANUARY 11, 2026.
The Public Hearing was opened at 8:28 p.m.
Assistant Community Development Director Abraham presented the staff report.
Rod Oshita was called to speak.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:33 p.m.
A motion was made by Council Member Magee, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Manos to approve staff’s three recommendations. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
BUSINESS ITEMS
30) Issuance of Its Special Tax Bonds, Series 2024 for Community Facilities District No. 2006-4 (Rosetta Hills)
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2006-4 (ROSETTA HILLS) AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF ITS SPECIAL TAX BONDS, SERIES 2024 IN A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED SIX MILLION DOLLARS ($6,000,000) AND
APPROVING CERTAIN DOCUMENTS AND TAKING CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.
Lawrence Chan presented the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Tisdale, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Manos to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 Council Members Tisdale, Sheridan, and Magee; Mayor Pro Tem Manos; and Mayor Johnson
Nay: 0 None
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31) Selection of the Mayor/Chair and Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair for 2024
Select a Mayor/Chair and Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair to serve through December 10, 2024 per City Council Policy No. 200-4.
Mayor Johnson yielded the Chair to City Clerk Alvarez, who called for nominations to the seat of Mayor.
Council Member Johnson nominated Steve Manos.
Steve Manos was unanimously appointed as Mayor.
Mayor Manos called for nominations to the seat of Mayor Pro Tem.
Council Member Magee nominated Brian Tisdale.
Brian Tisdale was unanimously appointed as Mayor Pro Tem.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - THREE MINUTES
There were no speakers.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
City Attorney Leibold wished attendees Happy Holidays.
CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS
City Manager Simpson congratulated and recognized Richard MacHott on his retirement, shared the City of Lake Elsinore 2023 in Review video, and presented Council Member Johnson with a gift from staff to commemorate her year serving as Mayor.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS/REPORTS ON MEETINGS ATTENDED
Council Member Sheridan reported on his attendance at the Riverside Transit Agency Transportation Now meeting on November 15, 2023 and Board of Directors meeting on November 16, 2023; shared his attendance at RTA’s Vice Street Mobility Hub ribbon cutting ceremony on December 8, 2023; shared his attendance at Rise and Shine Balloons’ grand opening; invited residents to obtain vaccines on Friday, December 15, 2023 from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Lake Elsinore Senior Activity Center; announced “Kaz’s Rocking In the New Year Bash 2024” from 8:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Diamond Taproom at Diamond Stadium; shared his attendance at the Lake Elsinore Historical Society Christmas Party; invited the community to attend the 6th Annual Dudes of Canyon Hills Christmas Parade on December 13th and 14th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Canyon Hills; and invited the community to attend the 2nd Annual Dudes of Canyon Hills and DOCH Foundation Holiday Free Toy Giveaway on Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Diamond Stadium.
Council Member Johnson reported on her attendance at the Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority meeting on December 4, 2023 and the Lake Elsinore Unified School District meeting; congratulated December’s Students of the Month and the 2023 Dream Extreme Future Leaders; announced that the Cops for Kids delivery will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023; provided updates on Project Connect, the Homeless Task Force, and the Anchor; shared her experience at the Winterfest event; reported on the City Hall Groundbreaking which was held on December 4, 2023; and introduced Lakey, Lake Elsinore’s Elf on the Shelf and encouraged residents to follow its activities on social media.
City Council Minutes - Final December 12, 2023
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Council Member Magee reminded residents to keep their pets safe during winter; and announced the grand opening celebration for the Animal Friends of the Valleys new low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinic on January 25, 2024 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at its facility in Wildomar.
Mayor Pro Tem Tisdale reported on his attendance at the Western Riverside Council of Governments Executive Committee meeting on December 4, 2023 and the Northwest Mosquito and Vector Control District Board meeting on November 16, 2023; invited seniors to register for the Holiday Luncheon on December 14, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Lake Elsinore Senior Activity Center; and invited residents to participate int he Winter Wonderland Canvas Painting event on January 12, 2023 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Lake Elsinore Senior Activity Center.
Mayor Manos announced that new shade structures have been installed at Swick and Matich Park and Tuscany Hills Park; encouraged residents to book the Dream Extreme Neighborhood Center for parties and provided information on booking the venue; invited the community to attend the Lake Water Press Conference on December 15, 2023 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. at Launch Pointe; encouraged residents to apply to serve on the Measure Z Citizens Committee for Districts 2, 4, and 5 through 4:00 p.m. on December 22, 2023; and provided updates on lake levels and testing.
ADJOURNMENT
The Lake Elsinore City Council adjourned at 9:34 p.m. to the next Regular meeting of Tuesday, January 9, 2024 in the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street. Closed Session will commence at 5:00 p.m. or such later time as noticed on the Agenda, and the regular Open Session business meeting will commence at 7:00 p.m.
Candice Alvarez, MMC
City Clerk