2002 10 15 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
OCTOBER 15, 2002
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of
2:00 p.m. by Mayor Pe~a.
PRESENT: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pe~a
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
CLOSED SESSION - None
Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency to and until the hour of 3:00 p.m.
3:00 P.M.
Mayor Pe~a led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - Confirmed
ANNOUNCEMENTS - None
PRESENTATIONS
1. PRESENTATION TO THE FINANCE DIRECTOR AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF A
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FOR EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING
FROM THE GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED
STATES AND CANADA.
City Manager Genovese congratulated the Finance Department and the City
Council for receiving a Certificate of Achievement for excellence in financial
reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United
States and Canada.
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Mayor Pe~a presented the award to the Finance Department consisting of:
Finance Director John Falconer, Accounting Manager Amy Swan-Draper,
Financial Services Assistant Diane Martin, Account Technicians Pat Parker and
Sharon Christiansen, Account Clerk Missy Mendoza, and Accounting Secretary
Vianka Orrantia.
WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE - None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the City
Council Minutes of October 1, 2002, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED OCTOBER 15, 2002.
2. TRANSMITTAL OF TREASURER'S REPORT DATED AUGUST 31, 2002.
3. TRANSMITTAL OF REVENUE & EXPENDITURES REPORT DATED AUGUST 31,
2002, AND THE INVESTMENT SUMMARY REPORT FOR THE QUARTER
ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2002.
4. ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT 28545-2,
LA QUINTA HOTEL AND RESORTS, KSL DESERT RESORTS, INC. AND
AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A SEPARATE SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT FOR IMPROVEMENTS ALONG AVENIDA FERNANDO.
5. APPROVAL OF AND AUTHORIZATION TO SEND OUT A REQUEST FOR
PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR PURCHASE OF FINANCIAL SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
AND APPOINT A SELECTION COMMITTEE.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the
Consent Calendar as recommended. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE
ORDER NO. 2002-212.
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BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FOR FUNDING RECEIVED FROM THE BOB
HOPE CHRYSLER CLASSIC.
Assistant City Manager Weiss presented the staff report.
John Foster, President of the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, asked Council to
approve the increased funding because the costs for traffic control and soil
stabilization is expected to increase to $90,000 this year. He commented on
the benefit to the City of having the host golf course in La Quinta.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Foster stated the majority of the
security costs for deputies is for traffic control on the streets. They have hired
additional security to be on the golf course.
Council Member Adolph expressed support for the funding request.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Foster stated the stabilization
costs are about the same as prior years. It is the security costs that have
increased.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Weiss stated the marketing fund
has in excess of $30,000 available to use for this purpose.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Perkins/Henderson to approve the
funding request by the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic for an additional appropriation
of $25,000 from the State Citizens' Option for Public Safety (COPS) Fund and,
if needed, any shortage amount to be taken from the marketing fund. Motion
carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-213.
2. CONSIDERATION OF A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT FOR PARKWAY
LANDSCAPING IN THE EISENHOWER DRIVE AND AVENUE 50 STREET RIGHT-
OF-WAY ADJACENT TO THE LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB AND ADOPTION OF
A RESOLUTION MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND
SAFETY CODE SECTION 33445(a).
Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report.
Council Member Henderson voiced concern about the desertscape, noting that
the City entered into an agreement with the La Quinta Hotel a few years ago to
place enhanced landscaping in the Eisenhower median fronting the hotel.
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Mr. Jonasson pointed out the median includes some desertscape landscaping.
City Manager Genovese commented on the difficulty the City had in getting
approval from CVWD to plant non-typical landscaping in the median. He noted
it may be easier to get the homeowners association to approve maintenance of
desertscape landscaping.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Jonasson stated he was not aware
of any plans by the La Quinta Country Club to construct a sound wall but noted
there are no homes adjacent to the wall area in question.
David Erwin, representing La Quinta Country Club, stated the proposed
desertscape landscaping is somewhat enhanced, and that he felt the hotel will
be pleased that the maintenance gate on Eisenhower Drive will be eliminated.
He stated they are willing to discuss enhanced landscaping if the hotel is willing
to participate in the costs. He stated the wall design will be similar to the
Hacienda wall.
Council Member Perkins suggested La Quinta Country Club contact the hotel as
a courtesy.
Council Member Sniff stated he supports the request but doesn't see any harm
in contacting the hotel.
Mayor Pe~a also spoke in support of the request. He didn't feel the landscaping
would be that much of an impact to the hotel since it is past their entrance.
Mr. Erwin advised they will contact the hotel and bring the landscape plan back
to Council if needed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-138
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND
SAFETY CODE SECTION 33445(a).
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Resolution No.
2002-138 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve a
Reimbursement Agreement between the City and La Quinta Country Club for
parkway improvements at Eisenhower Drive and Avenue 50. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-214.
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3. CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF A PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION
ON VIOLATION OF FRONT/SIDE YARD SETBACK, SATELLITE DISH LOCATION,
AND CONSTRUCTION WITHOUT A PERMIT AT 53-750 AVENIDA OBREGON.
APPELLANT: BILL AND JAN TURNER.
Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report.
In response to Mayor Pe~a, Building & Safety Director Hartung confirmed the
shade structure encroaches into the right-of-way approximately one foot.
Council Member Adolph asked about the permit requirements.
Mr. Hartung advised any structure over 120 sq. ft. of roof area must have a
permit but a permit was not issued for this structure, nor would it have been
approved because of the setback violations.
In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Hartung advised shade structures are
permitted if out of the setback area. A number of residents have been notified
about the shade structures on their properties in the Cove but citations are on
hold pending Council's action on this item. He confirmed the City has similar
shade structures along the Bear Creek Bike Path and at the Fritz Burns Park.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Hartung stated, typically, the
front of the garage is constructed on the setback line.
Jan & William Turner explained they didn't realize a permit was required to
install a canopy to shade their vehicles. The shade is needed because their
vehicles are too tall to fit into their garage. Mrs. Turner commented on the need
for shade structures to provide shade for vehicles and the number of such
structures throughout the Cove. The setback requirement prohibits her from
putting up any type of shade structure for her vehicles because she is located
on a corner. She was unable to get information from the City on similar
violations. Mr. Turner stated the shade structure is bolted to the ground for
safety reasons. He questioned the structure being classified as a public
nuisance and noted it's not a $29.95 canopy.
In response to Mayor PeSa, Mr. Turner stated he wouldn't have a problem with
his neighbor installing a $29.95 canopy if it's needed for shade.
Mrs. Turner stated they are looking for alternative suggestions to provide shade
for their vehicles.
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Mayor Pe~a asked if City standards would allow the garage door to be raised to
accommodate their vehicles, to which Mr. Hartung responded "yes."
Mrs. Turner stated they were not aware of the 12-foot easement for a sidewalk
and that they would be willing to move the shade structure should the City
decide to install a sidewalk.
Council Member Henderson stated she didn't recall sidewalks being planned on
the Cove interior streets.
Mr. Hartung stated the easement is City property and no structures are allowed
within that area. In response to Council Member Henderson, he stated he
would research the Code to find out if retractable awnings are allowed.
Council Member Sniff stated he feels the need for shade structures is prevalent
in the area and supports staff looking at the use of retractable awnings or other
alternatives. He did not feel the Turner's shade structure is totally unattractive
and would like to find a reasonable and logical solution to the matter.
Council Member Adolph agreed the Turner's structure is tasteful but noted some
of the other awnings are not. As for retractable awnings, he commented on the
need for automatic wind sensors to avoid them being ripped off by the wind.
Mrs. Turner stated she would like to have her needs addressed without taking
away from someone else or reducing property values. Mr. Turner stated they
installed the awning to upgrade their property and can reduce the height of the
structure.
In response to Council Member Perkins, Mr. Hartung stated the shade structure
is also approximately one foot into the side yard setback.
Council Member Perkins agreed the Turner's canopy looks nice but felt it's hard
to know how to draw the line and define what looks "nice."
City Attorney Jenson pointed out the Council does not have the discretion to
approve a structure in the 25-foot setback area but can continue the appeal if
they wish to consider amending the Municipal Code.
Council Member Sniff suggested continuing the appeal and directing staff to
research potential modifications to the Code.
Mayor Pe~a stated regulations are set to keep property values at a reasonable
level and it's an ongoing battle to enforce them. He felt garages should be used
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for vehicles and not as a storage area. He felt opening the door to allow shade
structures would become a problem because of the difficulty in controlling
them. He noted not everyone can afford "nice" shade structures but may cry
that they need shade too. He was sympathetic to the Turner's need but didn't
want to deviate from current standards.
Council Member Henderson wished to have staff take a look at the gazebos and
umbrella-like structures in the Cove that may be in the setback area.
In response to Mayor PeSa, Mrs. Turner stated they will remove the satellite
dish.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Member Sniff to continue the appeal until
a report is received back from staff. Motion failed due to lack of a second.
Council Member Henderson stated she felt the issue should be dealt with and
that the appeal should have an opportunity to wait until a determination is made
on the entire issue.
Council Member Adolph stated he understood her concern but noted there is a
setback violation involved.
Council Member Sniff stated he didn't feel the Turners should be compelled to
remove their structure if possible modifications to the Code are going to be
considered.
Council Member Perkins suggested continuing the appeal for 60 days while staff
looks into options for changing the ordinance.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to continue the
appeal by Bill and Jan Turner for 60 days. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a
voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-215.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to direct staff to
research potential options for providing shade structures in the setback area for
possible modifications to the ordinance.
Council Member Henderson stated she wouldn't support any structures within
the right-of-way, and that what may be acceptable to her would be flat and
well-defined awnings that are bolted down.
Mr. Hartung advised the structures have to be engineered to fall within the
Building Code.
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Mr. Herman asked if Council wished for staff to look at temporary or permanent
structures, to which Council Member Sniff responded "both."
Council Member Perkins voiced concern about changing the Code to
accommodate a situation which might result in a ripple effect through the
community.
Council Member Adolph commented on a cantilevered, non-retractable awning
that he saw installed that the manufacturer claims will withstand 80 mph
winds.
Mayor Pe~a stated he doesn't want anything approved that is not structurally
sound. He was concerned about opening up a "can of worms" and lessening
City standards.
Council Member Henderson suggested the Turners not make costly
modifications to their structure until the Council decides whether or not to
modify the Code.
Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-216.
4. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2.60, SECTION
2.60.020 (DESIGNATED EMPLOYEES - DISCLOSURE CATEGORIES) OF THE
LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO "CONFLICT OF
INTEREST CODE."
There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on file in the City
Clerk's Office.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to take up Ordinance
No. 377 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried
unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 377
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2.60 SECTION 2.60.020 OF THE
LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE CITY OF
LA QUINTA CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to introduce Ordinance No. 377
on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
5. CONSIDERATION OF ENDORSEMENT OF PROPOSITION 50, THE CLEAN
WATER AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND.
There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on file in the City
Clerk's Office.
Council Member Henderson suggested taking a "no position."
Council concurred.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to take a "no
position" stance on Proposition 50. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE
ORDER NO. 2002-217.
STUDY SESSION - None
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Desert Sands Unified School District Ad Hoc Committee -- Council Member Sniff
reported there was some discussion at the September 25th meeting about traffic
concerns on Dune Palms Road as it relates to the schools. City Manager Genovese
stated staff is continuing to work with the School District on the traffic issue.
Council Member Henderson stated she has forwarded information to staff regarding
lighted stop signs for school crossing guards to use.
Mayor Pe~a commented on the number of people ignoring flashing red lights on school
buses and suggested the City's deputies be made aware of the problem.
CrAG Personnel Committee -- Mayor Pe~a reported applications for CVAG's
Executive Director are being accepted with interviews scheduled for December 13,
2002.
CrAG Energy & Environmental Resources Committee -- Council Member Sniff stated
the Committee has voted (on a 7-1 vote with Palm Desert voting no) to locate a
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transfer station at Edom Hill. Palm Desert's opposition was based on the County's
agreement to compensate Cathedral City $1 per ton for wear and tear on city streets.
There was also agreement for possibly an adjacent site for a co-generation facility
when it becomes feasible. Palm Desert is considering their own transfer station or
using Burtec in Coachella.
San Jacinto/Santa Rosa National Monument Advisory Committee -- Council Member
Henderson stated Denala George, of BLM, took a field trip to the Cove Oasis last week
and was impressed with what the City has done there. She stated several events are
planned on October 29th to celebrate the second anniversary of the Monument,
including a BBQ at the Indian Canyons in Palm Springs. Sometime in November
officials will be doing a "before and after" view of the Monument and Ms. George
would like to have that activity at the Cove Oasis. Ms. George has also suggested
Gamby be present at the October 29th meeting.
All other reports were noted and filed.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Council Member Henderson commented on the interest generated by the notice in the
Chamber of Commerce newsletter regarding the need for volunteers to work at the
Police substation. She suggested running the notice a second time and maybe include
in the mid-monthly mailer.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEM-~ - None
Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency meeting.
Council reconvened and recessed to Financing Authority meeting.
Council reconvened and recessed to and until 7:00 p.m.
7:00 P.M.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Chevis Hosea, 2100 Costa Del Mar, La Costa, of KSL, stated he learned only
yesterday that a request for conditional approval for Tract 30721 had not been
included in the requested actions and was therefore not on the agenda. He advised
of the need to have the conditional approval before the start of their fiscal year on
October 31,2002, and requested the matter be added to the agenda for consideration.
City Attorney Jenson advised the matter may be added to the agenda pursuant to
Government Code Section 54954.2(b) (2), if certain findings are made. The findings
would be there is a need to take immediate action and that the need for action came
to the attention of the local agency subsequent to the posting of the agenda.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to add consideration of
a resolution granting conditional approval of Tract 30721 (KSL Land Corporation) as
Business Item No. 6 based on the findings that there is a need to take immediate
action and the need to take action arose subsequent to the posting of the agenda.
Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-218.
Daryl Wolf, 53-660 Avenida Herrera, spoke regarding two awnings he erected in his
front yard area, behind a block wall. He asked the Council to consider allowing these
structures in the front yard setback to provide needed shade for plants and his koi
pond.
PRESENTATIONS - None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. PUBLIC HEARING ON: 1) CERTIFICATION OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 2001-411 REVISED; 2)
CONSIDERATION OF SPECIFIC PLAN 2001-051 AMENDMENT NO. 1, A
REQUEST TO MODIFY LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR A
33-ACRE MIXED LAND USE PROJECT LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF EISENHOWER DRIVE AND CALLE TAMPICO; AND 3) VILLAGE
USE PERMIT 2001-007 AMENDMENT NO. 1, A REQUEST TO DEVELOP A 200-
UNIT APARTMENT COMPLEX AND TWO COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS ON 12.04
ACRES WITHIN PLANNING AREAS 1 AND 2. APPLICANT: CAMEO HOMES.
(Continued from the meeting of October 1, 2002.)
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:13 p.m.
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Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report.
Victor Mahoney, representing Cameo Homes, requested four conditions of
approval in the Specific Plan and Village Use Permit be amended. He asked that
Condition No. 29 of the Specific Plan be eliminated and that Condition No. 13
be modified to read, "Landscape plans .... shall be submitted to the P/ann/ng
Department for review and approval..." He further requested Condition No.
68(D) of the Village Use Permit be changed to read, "A concept landscaping
plan .... shall be submitted to the Plann/ng Department for review and approval
...", and that Condition No. 101 be amended to specify that the tot lot shall not
contain play equipment. He stated the project's insurance company will not
approve the use of play equipment.
Council Member Adolph asked what type of use could be placed in the tot lot
area. Mr. Mahoney stated they had considered lawn bowling.
Council discussed and agreed the area should be reserved for the use of children
rather than lawn bowling, even if initially no play equipment is installed.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Herman stated the heights of the
two-story buildings range up to 30 feet and the tower will not exceed 40 feet,
both of which meet the Village standards.
Kay Wolff, 77-227 Calle Ensenada, listed her concerns regarding density of
apartment projects, the size of the living units, allowing parking deviations, and
density bonuses.
Mr. Herman responded the density bonuses are allowed as a result of the site
being reserved for Iow income units.
Council Member Perkins asked about the distance between the proposed school
entrance and exit and the public access for this site.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Jonasson replied he did not have the exact
figures but a quick calculation appeared to be approximately 250 feet from Calle
Tampico to the school entrance and 500 feet from the school entry to the
apartment project main entrance.
In response to Council Member Sniff, Chris Bergh, of MDS Consulting, stated
moving the main entrance further south would spoil the view corridor through
the site and would place it too close to the emergency access on Eisenhower
Drive.
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Council Member Henderson expressed concern about the Planning Commission
requirement to provide a pedestrian easement to the Village area. She
questioned it comprising a short cut to the Village since the distance from the
front of the property through the site to the easement would be the same
distance as using the sidewalks on Eisenhower Drive and Calle Tampico.
Council Member Perkins concurred and felt the easement might also create a
safety problem at night.
There being no further requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC
HEARING CLOSED at 8:19 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-139
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING A REVISED MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 2001-
411 PREPARED FOR SPECIFIC PLAN 2001-051 AMENDMENT NO. I AND
VILLAGE USE PERMIT 2001-007 AMENDMENT NO. I (CAMEO HOMES).
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No.
2002-139 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-140
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MODIFICATIONS TO THE DESIGN GUIDELINES AND
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR A MIXED LAND USE DEVELOPMENT ON
APPROXIMATELY 33 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
EISENHOWER DRIVE AND CALLE TAMPICO (SPECIFIC PLAN 2001-051
AMENDMENT NO. I - CAMEO HOMES).
It was moved by Council Members Adolph/Sniff to adopt Resolution No.
2002-140 as amended (modifying Condition No. 13 to read, "Community
Development Department" in place of Architecture and Landscape Review
Committee; and deleting Condition No. 29). Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-141
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CHANGES TO A MIXED LAND USE
PROJECT ON APPROXIMATELY 33 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF EISENHOWER DRIVE AND CALLE TAMPICO (VILLAGE USE
PERMIT 2001-007 AMENDMENT NO. I - CAMEO HOMES).
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It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to adopt Resolution No.
2002-141 as amended (modifying Condition No. 68(D) to read, "Community
Development Department" in place of Architecture and Landscape Review
Committee; and deleting Condition No. 101). Motion carried unanimously.
2. PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING CODE AMENDMENT 2002-072, A REQUEST TO
AMEND CHAPTER 9.60.030 - FENCES AND WALLS - OF THE LA QUINTA
CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE TO PERMIT SPLIT-RAIL FENCING IN THE
FRONT YARD WITHIN RESIDENTIAL ZONES.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:27 p.m.
Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report.
Council Member Henderson asked if the proposed ordinance is meant to allow
the use of wood only and rule out all other products, such as the new PVC and
compressed wood products. Mr. Herman confirmed the intent of the ordinance
is to permit wooden split rails only.
Robert Tyler, 44-215 Villeta Drive, spoke regarding his recent investigation of
man-made products for an outside deck, and stated he felt the products do not
have the appearance or quality of real wood.
(speaker name inaudible), 54-218 Rubio, addressed the Council regarding her
preference for the non-wood products on the market because they are Iow
maintenance and require no painting.
Mayor Pe~a indicated he wouldn't want to see a lot of 2X4 fences constructed
in front yards.
Council Member Perkins remarked lumber stores carry split rails for fencing and
would know what type of wood is described as split rail. He agreed the man-
made products have the same appearance as wood and are easier to maintain.
Council Member Adolph stated he feels the fencing materials would be much
better utilized on block or brick columns. He said the wood posts anchored into
the ground have a tendency to loosen up over time and cause the rails to sag.
Council Member Sniff stated he felt the options should be left open for use of
other products on the market, now or in the future.
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There being no other discussion, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING
CLOSED at 8:41 p.m.
City Attorney Jenson suggested adding the wording "or other similar appearing
non-wood product," after the words "... split two rail wood", wherever it
appears in the proposed ordinance. She also suggested adding a mandatory
finding to the Zoning Code Amendment to require a permit prior to erecting this
type of fence.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to take up Ordinance
No. 378 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried
unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 378
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9.60 SECTION 9.60.030 - FENCES AND
WALLS - OF THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE TO PERMIT
SPLIT-RAIL FENCING IN THE FRONT YARD WITHIN RESIDENTIAL ZONES
(ZCA 2002-073 - CITY OF LA QUINTA).
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to introduce Ordinance No. 378
as amended (adding the wording "or other similar appearing non-wood product,"
after the words "... split two rail wood", everywhere it appears in the ordinance;
and adding a finding requiring a permit prior to constructing this type of fence).
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS WITH THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
3. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED DISPOSITION AND
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DDA) BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY AND SENIOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORP NO. 3 (SAHC); THE
PURPOSE OF THE HEARING IS TO RECEIVE PUBLIC TESTIMONY ON THE
PROPOSED DDA FOR AFFORDABLE COVENANTS WITH SAHC THAT WOULD
FACILITATE SAHC TO CONSTRUCT 80 SENIOR RENTAL UNITS ON PROPERTY
LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF ADAMS STREET AND AVENUE
47; SAHC WILL MAKE THE UNITS AVAILABLE AT AFFORDABLE RENTAL
RATES.
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The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:45 p.m.
Community Development Director Herman and Redevelopment Agency
Consultant Frank Spevacek presented the staff report.
There being no further requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC
HEARING CLOSED at 8:50 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-142
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
AND SENIOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORP. NO. 1.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No.
2002-142 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION ........... continued
6. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL
OF A FINAL MAP FOR TRACT 30721.
Mayor Pe~a noted this matter was added to the agenda upon findings of
subsequent need (see 7:00 p.m. Public Comment).
City Attorney Jenson provided a sample resolution with the language needed to
adopt a resolution granting conditional approval of Tract 30721.
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-143
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, GRANTING CONDITIONAL FINAL MAP APPROVAL OF 30721.
It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to adopt Resolution No.
2002-143 as submitted (showing language recommended by the City Attorney).
Motion carried unanimously.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to
adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
JUNE S. GREEK, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California