HomeMy WebLinkAbout013195 CC/RDA Jnt. Minutes MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL/
TEMECULA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
JANUARY 31, 1995
A special meeting of the Temecula City Council/Temecula Redevelopment Agency was called
to order on Tuesday, January 31, 1995, 7:05 P.M., at the Temecula Community Recreation
Center, 30875 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula, California, Mayor Jeffrey E. Stone presiding.
PRESENT: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Lindemans, Mu~oz, Parks, Roberts, Stone
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Also present were City Manager Ronald Bradley, Assistant City Manager Mary Jane McLarney,
City Attorney Peter Thorsen and City Clerk June S. Greek.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Pastor Dave Belcher, Sunrise Community Church.
FI AG SA! UTE
Agency Chairperson Parks led the flag salute.
PUB! IC COMMENTS
Bonnie Reed, 42050 Main Street, objected to the findings of the poll taken by the Main Street
Association, stating many members of the organization do not reside or own a business in Old
Town.
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
Mr. Howard Chesher introduced Ms. Janet Roth who will serve as the Administrative Director
of Old Town Mainstreet Program.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Mu~oz reported he visited Southern California Edison's facility in Menifee and
test drove the new electric vehicle. He suggested the rest of the Council test drive this vehicle
and asked that the City begin to prepare for the introduction of this technology.
Mayor Stone reported he met with Assemblyman Ray Hayes regarding Proposition 1 1 1 funds,
and reported that funds may be available in conjunction with the Winchester Bridge project.
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COUNCIl BUSINESS
1. Pala Road Bridge
City Manager Bradley presented the staff report noting Council has been provided with
an amended version of the Memorandum of Agreement. He explained this agreement
was made possible through the cooperation and initiation of the Pechanga Band, and
reported that it provides sufficient funds to complete construction of the Pala Road
bridge.
Mayor Stone asked for an explanation of the changes.
Public Works Director Joe Kicak outlined the changes as follows:
Item A-5 of the original agreement was modified adding a statement regarding
availability of funds. Second item modified, B-5 which adds the provision: The City will
provide monthly progress reports with invoice, progress payment to the Bureau during
construction of bridge.
It was moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Parks to approve
staff recommendation as follows:
1.1
Authorize the Mayor to sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Bureau
of Indian Affairs and the City of Temecula.
The motion was unanimously carried.
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Amended and Restated Memorandum of understanding Between the City of Temecula
Redevelo13ment Agency of the City of Temecula. and T.7.B.R.. Inc.
Mayor Stone announced a conflict of interest on this item, based on his ownership of
property in Old Town, and turned the meeting over to Chairperson Parks.
City Manager Ron Bradley presented the staff report outlining the changes in the MOU.
Lots were drawn to determine the order of speakers. T.O.T.A.L. drew the first 10
minutes, with "Yes on Measure B" to follow. Private citizens wishing to speak were
drawn at random and given two minutes each.
Therese McLeod, representing T.O.T.A.L., voiced her objection to the revised MOU and
stated T.O.T.A.L's objection to the Old Town Entertainment Center is the project size,
scope and appropriateness for Old Town. She also objected to a change made in the
Old Town Specific Plan, on Section 2, Page 13.
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RECFSS
Chairperson Parks called a recess at 8:04 PM to change the tape. The meeting was reconvened
at 8:05 PM.
Joan Sparkman, representing "Yes on B", voiced her support of the revised MOU and
the Old Town Entertainment Center, citing potential employment opportunities and the
revitalization of Old Town as points in favor.
Doug Davies, representing "Yes on B", voiced his support for the project listing
restoration of the economical viability of Old Town and the strengthening of the
financial base for the City. He also listed the need for funding of street and
infrastructure improvements.
Ginger Greeves, representing "Yes on B", spoke in support of exposure for the arts and
the wholesome entertainment this project will bring.
Zev Buffman, representing "Yes on B", showed slides of other projects he has worked
on and stated he will bring quality entertainment and quality restoration and
construction of buildings that will enhance Old Town.
Joseph Terrazas, 31160 Lahontan St., spoke in opposition to the Old Town
Entertainment Project.
Lauretta Olson, 41945 Koffenboom Ct., spoke in favor of the Old Town Entertainment
Center.
Dennis Frank, 27475 Ynez Road, //338, spoke in favor of Old Town Entertainment
Project.
Bill Harker, 31130-85 South General Kearny Road, spoke in favor of the Old Town
Entertainment Center Project.
Marvin Zeldin, 38027 Via Del Luigi, spoke in favor of the Old Town Entertainment
Center Project.
Dallas Gray, P.O. Box 457, representing the Old Town Redevelopment Advisory
Committee, informed the Council that the Committee had not had the opportunity to
review this document.
Bonnie Reed, 42050 Main Street, representing the Old Town Redevelopment Advisory
Committee, asked that the committee be informed in advance of action affecting Old
Town.
Art Beese, 41778 Bargil Court, spoke in opposition of the project.
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Dennis Schare, 28730 ¥ia Calusa, Murrieta, spoke in favor of the project, stating it
would provide an economic base, but suggested the City look at a "no growth" policy
on completion of the project.
Kenneth Dodd, 30097 Via Velez Place, spoke in favor of the Old Town Entertainment
Center Project.
Ann Buford, spoke in opposition to the project.
RFCFSS
Chairperson Parks called a recess at 8:54 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 9:07 PM.
George Buhler, 40265 Paseo Sereno, spoke in opposition to the Old Town Entertainment
Center Project.
Jim Meyler, President of Arts Council, 29930 Santiago Road, spoke in favor of the
amended Memorandum of Understanding.
Phillip Columbo, 2900 Front Street, gave his time to Zev Buffman.
Zev Buffman, responded to allocations made by Joseph Terrazas regarding the sale of
his chain of theaters, stating he had been in the entertainment theater business for 26
years and simply decided to turn his energy in another direction, outdoor amphitheaters
and sporting events.
Sam Pratt, 40470 Brixton Cove, spoke in opposition to project.
Sandra Garcia, representing Employment Development Department, 40880-B Country
Center Drive, offered the Departments services to interview future employees.
Bob Kirpatrick, 27720 Jefferson, spoke in favor of project and the amended MOU.
Stewart and Pat Morris, 29734 Calle Pantano, spoke in favor of Old Town Entertainment
Center Project.
AI Spencer, 30542 Bag Hill Drive, voiced concern regarding the financing of the Project.
Robert Felix, 39280 Calle Bellagio, representing Youth for Economic Development,
spoke in favor of the Old Town Entertainment Center Project.
Alice Sullivan, representing the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor
of the Old Town Entertainment Center Project.
Jeffrey Horton, 24892 Ravensview Court, spoke in support of project.
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Nell Cleveland, 28465 Front Street, spoke in support of the amended MOU and the
Project.
Phila McDaniel, 42050 Main Street, No. B, spoke in opposition to the project and asked
that a moratorium be placed on rent increases in Old Town.
Frank Dagonese, spoke in favor of the amended MOU and the Old Town Entertainment
Center Project.
Councilmember Mu~oz asked for clarification of the following items: wages, air quality
and other mitigation efforts, rent controls, number of jobs created during and after
completion of tje project, conduit financing, C.O.P.S. (Certificates of Participation), how
debt is retired, collateral, retail inside the hotel and how it relates to existing merchants,
parking and whether phasing should be used.
Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans asked for an explanation of the cost differential on the
Western Bypass, from 1.5 Million, to 11 million and on the Assessment District and who
would be assessed. He also asked how long the MOU would remain in effect and
whether the City is considering buying any of these bonds.
RECFSS
Chairperson Parks called a recess at 9:52 PM. The meeting was reconvened at 10:02 PM.
City Manager Bradley responded that the City does not plan to buy any bonds and the
MOU extends through August 1, 1995 with one six-month extension.
City Manager Bradley explained that proposed retail located near the hotel and arena,
are designed to serve tourist needs and not to complete with existing merchants.
With regard to the possibility of phasing, Mr. Bradley explained Price Waterhouse
indicated the key to the success of the project is the scope and synergy and indicated
phasing is not considered a viable option.
Mr. Bradley explained that no existing Old Town land owners or residents will participate
in assessment for the Western Bypass. Only those landowners who get direct benefit
will be assessed.
City Attorney Thorson stated he does not have a definitive answer on the possibiliy of
commercial rent control, but would do further research if it is the will of the Council.
Council consensus was reached to bring this point back before the Council at a future
date.
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City Manager Bradley introduced Associate Planner Dave Hogan to address air quality
and parking.
Mr. Hogan explained that based on Air Quality Management Districts standards, traffic
associated with the project is expected to exceed the air quality standards. He stated
that the development anticipated in this area will have regional impacts which are not
considered significant. He stated Council will have the opportunity to adopt a statement
of overriding considerations to the EIR.
Councilmember Mu~oz asked Mr. Buffman to share some ideas for mitigation of traffic
and air impacts. Mr. Buffman presented his ideas regarding use of non-polluting vehicles
and a possible light rail system. He reported that all vehicles used to bring people in and
out of the project will be non-polluting.
RECESS
Chairperson Parks called a brief recess at 10:17 PM to change tape. The meeting was
reconvened at 10:18 PM.
Planning Director Gary Thornhill responded to the question regarding added language in
the Old Town Specific Plan. He reported that this language was added at the noticed
public hearing of February 8, 1994, which provided for modification of the plan should
an entertainment complex become a reality in the future.
Public Works Director Joe Kicak responded that the Overland Bridge Crossing price
differential was because $1.5 million is listed in the Capital Improvement Plan as a line
item for design, noting one source of funding. He stated that $11.5 is the estimated
cost of the completed overcrossing.
Assistant City Manager Mary Jane McLarney explained conduit financing and discussed
Certificates of Participation (COPS), explaining that in essence this is a sponsorship, not
a financial responsibility. She also indicated the number of direct jobs from this project
is estimated at 1,062. She explained using the multiplier effect, the total jobs produced
is estimated at 2500.
She explained that the title of property is held by the property owner, the bond holders
have financial interests in property and once bonds are issued, the City would have no
financial interest. She stated if revenues don't support the issue, staff won't
recommend it. Debt retirement is planned to come from revenues of project.
Mr. Buffman answered the question regarding wages, stating the average annual salary
would be $19,600/year with jobs falling into the categories of talent, general and
administrative, operations, security, sanitation and parking, food and beverage. He
explained that the food and beverage category would be the lowest category averaging
$13,500\year or $6.50 hr., however 80% of jobs will pay either double the minimum
wage or higher.
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Associate Planner David Hogan answered the question regarding parking, stating that
three parkinglots are planned. Planned locations are as follows: south end of Front
Street, 1000 to 1200 vehicles; behind the proposed hotel an area for 2,000 vehicles;
and a smaller lot to service the north end of Old Town, using the City-owned parcel on
6th Street.
Mr. Hogan explained that a traffic analysis was done for peak hour traffic, adding
maximum traffic from the project. He explained that the traffic does not deteriorate
except at South 79 and Interstate 15. He explained there is not a significant impact
from additional vehicle trips.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lindemans, seconded by Councilmember Roberts to
approve staff recommendation as follows:
2.1 Approve the execution of the Memorandum of Understanding.
The motion was unanimously carried with Mayor Stone abstaining.
CITY MANAC, ERIEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
None given.
CITY ATTORNFY/~,FNERA! COUNSF! 'S REPORT
None given.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Parks to adjourn at
10:58 P.M. The motion was unanimously carried.
The next regular meeting of the Temecula City Council will be held on Tuesday, February 14,
1995, 7:00 P.M., Temecula Community Recreation Center, 30875 Rancho Vista Road,
Temecula, California.
ATTEST:
[SEAL]
jj,--~ iI ~,J~ff~ey E. Stone, Mayor
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