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2002 07 02 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 2, 2002 A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 2:00 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem Sniff. PRESENT: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Mayor Pro Tem Sniff ABSENT: Mayor Pe~a MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Perkins/Henderson to excuse Mayor Pe~a. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENT - None CLOSED SESSION - None Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency to and until the hour of 3:00 p.m. 3:00 P.M. Mayor Pro Tern Sniff led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT Bill Pierce, 78-600 Cabrillo Way, spoke regarding a traffic noise problem Rancho La Quinta residents are experiencing along Washington Street due to the removal of the living fence. The only response residents have received from the homeowners association is that a wall will not reduce the noise nor match the aesthetics of the community. He felt the fence should have vinyl inserts and that a temporary noise barrier should be installed until the plants are mature enough to reduce noise levels. He asked for the City's help in resolving this issue. Council Member Henderson noted staff has been directed to respond to the letters about sound walls but she feels this situation is basically a homeowners association issue. Council Member Adolph stated he feels this situation is different because Rancho La Quinta agreed to provide a living fence when the development was approved. He asked staff to look into the conditions of approval regarding the living fence. City Councd Minutes 2 July 2, 2002 Rupert Yessayian, P. O. Box 251, spoke regarding the School District's plan to purchase the KSL property at Calle Tampico and Eisenhower Drive for a school site. He felt the location was wrong for a school because of the traffic and commented on the effect a school at that location would have on the Village plan. He understood from the School District that the City has reviewed and supports the school plan design. He urged Council to help the School District find an alternative school site. Charlie Coulter, 49-111 Washington Street, referenced the letter under Written Correspondence from The Villas of La Quinta requesting the City extend the Montero Estates sound wall to Eisenhower Drive. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff advised the matter has been referred to staff with a request to report back to Council. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Council Member Henderson noted there has been a request by the Mayor to continue the study session item to the next meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff suggested going forward with discussion and then continuing the item to the next Council meeting to allow for the Mayor's comments. Council concurred. ANNOUNCEMENTS - None PRESENTATIONS Carrie Oliphant, of Coachella Valley Water District, gave a brief presentation on the La Quinta Cove Reservoir project, which is expected to be completed by December 2004. In response to Council Member Perkins, Ms. Oliphant advised the reservoir will be a steel tank. City Council Minutes 3 July 2, 2002 Council Member Adolph commented on CVWD's failure to screen the other water tanks with landscaping and asked if this would be another empty promise. He wished to make sure the area is put back in its natural state. Ms. Oliphant stated they plan to make the area look as aesthetically pleasing as possible. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE 1. LETTER FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE VILLAS OF LA QUINTA. Council concurred to refer this matter to staff. 2. LETTER FROM MAYOR WILLIAM G. KLEINDIENST OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS REGARDING ASSISTANCE IN THE PURCHASE OF ART PIECES TO BE LOCATED IN THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. Diane Morgan, of the City of Palm Springs, stated they are seeking financial assistance from citizens and other cities in the Valley to purchase art for the Palm Springs International Airport. She stated Rancho Mirage, which is the only city they have approached to date, voted against the request. Council Member Henderson requested this matter be brought back as a business item to find out if the Art in Public Places Fund can be utilized for art outside of the City. She has talked about the possibility of each city being allowed to place their Iogos or other artwork in one of the nine medians at the airport to provide each city a presence there. Council Member Perkins supported putting this matter on the July 16th or August 6th agenda. Council concurred. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to approve the City Council Minutes of June 5, 2002, as submitted. Motion carried with Mayor PeSa ABSENT. Council Member Henderson noted staff has distributed a correction to Page 25 of the June 18th minutes. City Council Minutes 4 July 2, 2002 MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Adolph/Henderson to approve the City Council Minutes of June 18, 2002, as amended. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a ABSENT. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED JULY 2, 2002. 2. DENIAL OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FILED BY THE GAS COMPANY. 3. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE LA QUINTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003. 4. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR AMENDED TRACT 30125-1, SEDONA HOMES, INC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2002-100) 5. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR AMENDED TRACT 30125-2, SEDONA HOMES, INC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2002-101) 6. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR PARCEL MAP 30420, CENTRE AT LA QUINTA, STAMKO DEVELOPMENT COMPANY. (RESOLUTION NO. 2002-102) 7. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR ONE YEAR WITH HILTON FARNKOPF & HOPSON, LLC FOR AB 939 SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003. 8. APPROVAL OF A POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR AN ASSISTANT CITY ENGINEER. 9. APPROVAL OF AMENDED CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES WITH RUTAN AND TUCKER, LLP. 10. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL TO THE 2002 PGA FALL EXPO TO BE HELD IN RENO, NEVADA, FROM JULY 31 TO AUGUST 3, 2002. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Adolph/Henderson to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended and with Item Nos. 4-6 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 2002-100 through 2002-102 respectively. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-89. City Councd Minutes 5 July 2, 2002 Council Member Adolph referred to Consent Item No. 3 and commented on the need to support the Chamber of Commerce in coming up with better photographs in The Gem. Council concurred to direct staff to work with the Chamber on this matter. BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF A FACILITY USE REQUEST BY THE COACHELLA VALLEY RECREATION AND PARKS DISTRICT FOR USE OF THE FRITZ BURNS TRAILER. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff report. Council Member Adolph asked if any scheduling problems are anticipated, to which Ms. Horvitz responded no. Don Martin, 45-871 Clinton Street, General Manager of Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District (CVRPD), stated the District is willing to work out a trade in use of facilities but their facility is already reserved on Friday and Saturday nights. He added, according to surveys, Friday and Saturday nights are not good nights for teen programs because of other school activities. He asked if the City would be interested in adding a room to the new construction to use as a teen center. Council Member Perkins supported the idea of adding a teen center to the new construction. Council Member Henderson agreed Friday nights are not good for teen programs and commented on the need for consistency with teen programs. She supported staff working on an agreement for sharing the facilities or renting the trailer to the District. She also supported staff working with the District on the possibility of adding a room to the community center sometime in the future. Council Member Adolph noted the new construction could be designed with expansion possibilities. Mr. Martin concurred and noted a dedicated teen center would eliminate having to disassemble the room each evening to prepare for the next day's activities. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff supported staff working on a reciprocal agreement with the District but noted it would be difficult to add a room onto the community center at this time. City Council Minutes 6 July 2, 2002 MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to approve the use of the Fritz Burns Trailer by Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District (CVRPD) for the tiny tots and after school program and direct staff to continue to work with CVRPD on either a reciprocal agreement on facility use or if necessary to go to a rental situation where it would be utilities only. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-90. 2. CONSIDERATION OF THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION'S WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Henderson, Ms. Horvitz confirmed each community event will come back to Council for approval. Council Member Adolph noted the City just purchased banners for the Village Faire and stated he hopes they will be used in the future. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff stated he wasn't sure he could support $40,000 for four events and suggested three events at $5,000-$8,000 each. Council Member Adolph noted the cost will depend on the quality of the entertainers. Council Member Henderson noted the amount is "up to" $10,000 for each event. Council Member Perkins suggested setting an amount but not the number of events and emphasize getting the best quality for the best price. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to approve the Cultural Arts Commission's Work Plan for FY 2002/2003 and direct the Commission to plan events in lieu of Village Faire and utilize funds identified in the Community Services Department budget under Village Faire for cultural events. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-91. City Council Minutes 7 July 2, 2002 3. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 372 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 2001-100 ASSIGNING A LOW DENSITY AGRICULTURAL EQUESTRIAN RESIDENTIAL DESIGNATION TO APPROXIMATELY 200 ACRES LOCATED GENERALLY AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MONROE STREET AND AVENUE 52 (NRI-LQLP LLC - COUNTRY CLUB OF THE DESERT). It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to adopt Ordinance No. 372 on second reading. Council Member Adolph voiced satisfaction with the Low Density Residential designation. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Mayor Pro Tem Sniff NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Pe~a ABSTAIN: None 4. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 373 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ASSIGNING PRE-ANNEXATION ZONING TO 640 ACRES GENERALLY BOUNDED BY AVENUE 60 ON THE NORTH, AVENUE 62 ON THE SOUTH, MADISON STREET ON THE WEST, AND MONROE STREET ON THE EAST (ZONE CHANGE-2002-107 - SHEA HOMES). It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Perkins to adopt Ordinance No. 373 on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Mayor Pro Tem Sniff NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Pe~a ABSTAIN: None City Council Minutes 8 July 2, 2002 5.SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 374 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 9.50.055, SECOND FLOOR ADDITION WITHIN AN EXISTING UNIT IN THE VERY LOW DENSITY (RVL) AND LOW DENSITY (RL) RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT (ZONE CODE AMENDMENT 2002-072 - CITY OF LA QUINTA). It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to adopt Ordinance No. 374 on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Mayor Pro Tem Sniff NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Pe~a ABSTAIN: None STUDY SESSION 1. DISCUSSION OF CITY'S ADOPTED FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003 MARKETING PLAN. Assistant City Manager Weiss presented the staff report. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff proposed discussing the item then placing it on the next agenda for consideration and scheduling interviews for the marketing proposals. Council Member Adolph suggested the references to the Mariachi Festival be deleted since KSL is eliminating the event. He questioned the Passport coupon book being worth what it costs to put it together. Council Member Perkins agreed the coupon book is a waste of money. He felt the target market should be on quality businesses and stated he wasn't sure about targeting local residents. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff suggested the Council determine if it wants to continue marketing the City and if so, where the focus should be. He commented on the need for the marketing plan to be more specific. Council Member Henderson noted the City has been focusing the last few years on economic development at the request of residents but there is now a core of residents who are frightened about the growth the City is experiencing. She supports continuing the marketing program as it relates to economic City Council Minutes 9 July 2, 2002 development along Highway 111 and the Village but doesn't support doing the coupon book next year or any "in-your-face" type of marketing. She feels it won't hurt not to target residential growth for a year and suggested looking at doing a CD instead of a video, or maybe both. She wants to see emphasis placed on in-house marketing in an effort to explain those things that are difficult for the average citizen to understand. Council Member Perkins stated he feels it's important to be cognizant of the fact residents want the City to remain small and to be cautious how businesses are encouraged to come into the City. He wished to concentrate on getting the right kind of businesses and didn't feel it's necessary to encourage residential development. He liked the videos but wasn't sure they are targeting the right market. He noted La Quinta is not an El Paseo or Palm Desert and questioned why residents in cities to the west would come to La Quinta to shop, except for possibly the restaurants. He feels it will be a long time before La Quinta has a business district like Palm Desert or Palm Springs. Council Member Henderson stated she didn't support having the top four marketing proposals come back for interviews because they have already gone through that process. Council Member Adolph concurred with bringing in quality businesses, especially those that are not in direct competition with existing businesses. He felt that would create a market for residents to the west of the City. Council Member Perkins commented on the number of gas stations and fast food restaurants in the City. Mayor Pro Tern Sniff stated he feels the City should encourage entrepreneurs and agrees La Quinta is not comparable to cities to the west but supports making the effort to get there. He supports drawing businesses with diversity and easy access and commented on the need to develop an additional and consistent focus on commercial development. He noted the City needs in-fill development, as well as development in the Village, and commented on the need to help businesses be successful. He supports encouraging outsiders to invest their time and money here. Council Member Perkins noted most residents don't realize that property taxes are not sufficient tax revenues to provide for all the needs of the City and that commercial development is needed to provide revenue for public safety. He noted the City doesn't have a place for large groups to meet for lunch or to hold a convention. City Council Minutes 10 July 2, 2002 Council Member Adolph stated he feels the proposed municipal golf course and destination resort hotel will make a big difference. Mayor Pro Tern Sniff asked staff to place consideration of the marketing plan on the next agenda as a business item. He also asked that the interviews be held in abeyance until after Council decides what direction it wishes to go with the marketing plan. REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS Fire Services Ad Hoc Committee -- Council Member Adolph stated the committee is looking at ways to finance the advertising for the new tax measure. CVAG Human Community Resources Committee -- Council Member Adolph reported they are updating the Coachella Valley Children & Youth Programs directory. There is also a plan to implement a 2-1-1 phone number for the homeless to use to find out where the closest services are located. CVAG Traffic Committee -- Council Member Henderson stated the Committee will be considering numbering designs for the traffic signals at their next meeting. C. V. Mosquito and Vector Control District -- Council Member Perkins reported on the District's mosquito shrimp program. They are planning a facility to raise the mosquito shrimp and have been planted them in several date farms in Indio and Coachella on a trial basis. League of California Cities-Riverside Division -- Council Member Henderson stated she has asked staff to get additional information on the legislation in' Sacramento that will grant the Indians total power to stop private or public construction on property if religious ceremonies have been conducted on the site at any time. She hopes the City will take an active position on this issue. Palm Springs International Airport Commission -- Robert Tyler stated two of the art pieces referenced under Written Correspondence are in place at the airport and look good. However, due to security measures at the airport, the art pieces can only be seen by people traveling in or out of the airport, not by the general public. SunLine Transit Agency -- Council Member Adolph reported SunLine just celebrated its 25th anniversary. He noted it also looks like the public utility concept may be moving forward. City Council Minutes 11 July 2, 2002 All other reports were noted and filed. DEPARTMENT REPORTS 2. CITY ATTORNEY. City Attorney Jenson stated she has been asked to serve on the League of California Cities Legal Advisory Committee as the Riverside County representative. 8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT. Council Member Henderson commented on the recent installation of an obelisk street marker at Sagebrush and Date Palm and stated the illumination is outstanding. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS 1. DISCUSSION REGARDING THE SCHOOL SITE PROPOSED BY THE DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT AT THE CORNER OF EISENHOWER DRIVE AND CALLE TAMPICO. Council Member Sniff stated several residents have voiced concern about the proposed school location being detrimental to the Village. He noted, however, that the City does not have a role in this issue. Peggy Reyes, Facility Services Director for Desert Sands Unified School District, spoke regarding the difficulty of locating property in the City for new schools and stated there are not many 12-acre sites available. They considered property at the top of the Cove but were told the area is not available because of environmental issues. They also looked at property at ,Jefferson Street and Avenue 52 but KSL suggested the site at Eisenhower Drive and Calle Tampico. She referenced a letter of support from the City's past City Engineer and reviewed other letters/documents written to the City about the site, including a letter to the Planning Commission. They have met with staff and she feels they have followed proper procedures. She noted everyone wants good schools but no one wants them in their backyard. In response to Council Member Adolph, Ms. Reyes confirmed the School District is pursuing eminent domain proceedings but has an agreement with KSL to have possession of the property by July 8, 2002. City Council Minutes 12 July 2, 2002 In response to Council Member Perkins, Ms, Reyes stated the site has been under consideration since last fall and notices were mailed to surrounding property owners in April. They have received two letters in opposition to the proposed school site. Council Member Henderson stated she feels any development at the top of the Cove will remain an issue because of people who want it to remain in what is actually an "unnatural" state. She supports the area remaining open space as much as possible and isn't sure the community would support having a school there. She noted the concern voiced over the proposed school site is due to recent movement for development in the Village. Ms. Reyes stated the School District was concerned a site at the top of the Cove would be a hard battle because of the environmental issues and the need for a school site is immediate. She stated they may be willing to take on the battle when another school is needed because of the shortage of locations. She added the School District prefers not bussing children away from where they live. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff questioned why the Planning Commission was notified about the school site instead of the City Council since it is the City Council that is directly accountable. He hopes the City Council will be notified in future situations. Ms. Reyes stated they are willing to copy the City Council on correspondence. She added they usually work through staff but are required by E.D.C.O. to notify the Planning Commission. David Brudrik, 77-435 Calle Colima, noted the proposed school site will require bussing children from the top of the Cove. He voiced concern about how traffic at Eisenhower Drive and Calle Tampico will affect the children's safety and stated he feels the school site will be a lifetime testament to bad planning. He was concerned Embassy Suites will decide not to build if the school site is not changed and urged the City to work with the School District to find a location that will accommodate two schools. City Attorney Jenson advised the City has no jurisdiction over the school site and cannot stop the School District from building there. She noted, as a State agency, the School District is required to request a report but can also override it. Council Member Henderson stated she understood some of the residents would like for the Council to express "non-support" for the school site. However, the City Council Minutes 13 July 2, 2002 issue is not on the agenda for action and by the next Council meeting the School District will already have possession of the property. Council Member Perkins voiced concern that the Council was not notified about the school site and didn't have an opportunity to comment on the plans as it relates to traffic. He felt the City might have been able to work something out if the Council had been notified. He asked for the City Council to be notified in the future. Council Member Adolph noted the City will be designing a golf course on its property and suggested there might be sufficient space at the west end near The Traditions to provide a future school site and playground that could be shared with the residents. Council Member Henderson stated she has been aware of the school site for several months. As for the top of the Cove, she noted both the City and the School District chose not to pursue developments there because of opposition but she felt there may be a larger group that would have supported it. Council recessed to and until 7:00 p.m. 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENT Autumn Brady, 701 N. Brand Boulevard, Suite 550, Glendale, of KRLA, spoke regarding the Miraflores senior apartment project and the concerns of residents that there will not be a wall and separate entrance for the apartments. Lynda Hayes, 79-651 Cassia, voiced opposition to the senior apartment residents using the Miraflores entrance/exit. Mayor Pro Tern Sniff stated the matter will be referred to staff. PRESENTATIONS - None City Council Minutes 14 July 2, 2002 PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. PUBLIC HEARING ON WEED ABATEMENT/LOT CLEANING ASSESSMENTS FOR PLACEMENT OF 2002/2003 PROPERTY TAX ROLL. The Mayor Pro Tern declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:06 p.m. Building & Safety Director Hartung presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Hartung advised property owners receive a notice that the lots are to be cleaned within 21 days and extensions are granted if requested. If the lot is cleaned by the City, the property owner is then notified of the cost and given an opportunity to pay the fee prior to a lien being placed on the property. There being no other requests to speak, the Mayor Pro Tern declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 7:08 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-103 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ASSESSING LIEN AND PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION OF TAX ROLLS ON CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR COSTS OF ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE. It was moved by Council Members Adolph/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2002-103 as submitted. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a ABSENT. 2. PUBLIC HEARING ON LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1, FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003, AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT FOR LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT 89-1, FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003, PURSUANT TO THE ENGINEER'S REPORT. The Mayor Pro Tem declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:09 p.m. Interim Public Works Director Stephenson presented the staff report. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor Pro Tern declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 7:10 p.m. City Counc;i Minutes 15 July 2, 2002 Council Member Henderson noted the City's landscape and lighting is significantly going "over-cost" at approximately $1.6 million. She noted if an increase to the assessment was placed on the ballot for both exempt and non- exempt projects, the assessment would increase to $68.38, which is almost twice the current amount. The increased amount for exempt projects only would be $11.32. She felt it may have been a bit short-sighted for the Council to reduce the assessment approximately five years ago. Council Member Adolph stated he is pleased the City has not had to increase the assessment and noted the City will have to deal with more growth in the future. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff stated he feels the shortfall will need to be addressed sometime in the foreseeable future. He feels the landscape and lighting provide a significant ambiance and sense of value to the City. Council Member Perkins referenced previous discussions about reducing the widths of medians to cut landscaping costs. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-104 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003 ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 89-1 (PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972). It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Perkins to adopt Resolution No. 2002-104 as submitted. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a ABSENT. 3. PUBLIC HEARING ON: 1) CERTIFICATION OF AN ADDENDUM TO A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 99-389; 2) REPEAL OF SPECIFIC PLAN 99-040; AND 3) TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 29323, A REQUEST FOR A MAP AMENDMENT AND TIME EXTENSION FOR A 349-LOT SUBDIVISION ON 117 ± ACRES LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF FRED WARING DRIVE AND JEFFERSON STREET. APPLICANT: CORNERSTONE DEVELOPERS, INC. The Mayor Pro Tem declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:16 p.m. Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report. City Council Minutes 16 July 2, 2002 In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Herman stated the setbacks along Jefferson Street and Fred Waring Drive are approximately 70 feet and 50 feet respectively. He advised the one-story limitation in Condition Nos. 82 and 83 will be clarified and he confirmed the acoustic study update is multi-purpose and not for the sole purpose of limiting building heights. He didn't know if the County has acquired sufficient right-of-way to provide four lanes along Fred Waring Drive. Council Member Henderson suggested a letter be sent to Supervisor Wilson encouraging the County to widen Fred Waring Drive to four lanes. She stated she is pleased the project has been submitted with a lower density. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Herman confirmed the proposed tentative tract map replaces the tract map allowed under the specific plan. Mike Marix, 128 Vista Monte, Palm Desert, of Cornerstone Developers, Inc., stated they plan to build one-story, single family homes ranging from 1,800 to 3,200 square feet. They propose extensive landscaping along the perimeter, especially at the corner of Fred Waring Drive and Jefferson Street. Council Member Adolph commended the developer for reducing the density. Jay Steele, 79-745 Kingston Drive, Bermuda Dunes, spoke in support of the project and asked for confirmation that the dark sky ordinance will apply to this project. He also voiced concern about the existing above-ground utilities and any related easement. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff advised the dark sky ordinance is consistent throughout the City. Mr. Steele stated the Bermuda Dunes Community Council will also send a letter to the County regarding widening of the street. There being no further requests to speak, the Mayor Pro Tem declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 7:36 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-105 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING AN ADDENDUM TO ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 99-389 FOR AN AMENDED SUBDIVISION OF 349 LOTS LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF FRED WARING DRIVE AND JEFFERSON STREET (CORNERSTONE DEVELOPERS, INC.). City Council Minutes 17 July 2, 2002 It was moved by Council Members Adolph/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2002-105 as submitted. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a ABSENT. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-106 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING THE DESIGN GUIDELINES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS PREVIOUSLY ESTABLISHED UNDER SPECIFIC PLAN 99-040 (CORNERSTONE DEVELOPERS, INC.). It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2002-106 as submitted. Motion carried with Mayor Pefia ABSENT. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-107 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TIME EXTENSION AND TRACT AMENDMENT FOR THE SUBDIVISION OF 117± ACRES INTO 349 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS (TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 29323 - CORNERSTONE DEVELOPERS, INC.). It was moved by Council Members Adolph/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2002-107 as amended (amending the language in Condition No. 83). Motion carried with Mayor PeSa ABSENT. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Adolph/Henderson to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, JUNE S. GREEK, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California