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2004 02 03 CC Minutes LA QUINT A CITY COUNCIL ,-- MINUTES FEBRUARY 3,2004 A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 2:00 p.m. by Mayor Adolph. PRESENT: Council Members Henderson, Osborne, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Adolph ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENT - None CLOSED SESSION - None Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency and until the hour of 3:00 p.m. 3:00 P.M. ,-- i I Mayor Adolph led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT Jack Fleck, 48-425 Via Solana, representing VFW Post 855, requested approval of their grant request under Business Item No.5. Dan McKim and Christopher Kalb, representing the La Quinta High School Junior ROTC, spoke in support of the grant request by VFW Post 855 and commented on the benefits of their scholarship program. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - Confirmed ANNOUNCEMENTS - None ,-- City Council Minutes 2 February 3, 2004 PRESENT A TIONS Princess Jasmine Cecelia Lavariega, accompanied by Queen Mom Terry Neuenswander and representing the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival, invited everyone to attend the Date Festival event February 13-22, 2004. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE 1. CORRESPONDENCE FROM RESIDENTS OF THE. FIESTA DRIVE NEIGHBORHOOD. Council concurred to refer this matter to staff. APPROV AL OF MINUTES MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the City Council Minutes of January 20, 2004, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED FEBRUARY 3, 2004. 2. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR TRACT MAP 29323-2, ESPLANADE, LENNAR HOMES OF CALIFORNIA, INC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2004-018) 3. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR TRACT MAP 29894-4, HIDEAWAY, ND LA QUINTA PARTNERS, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2004-019) 4. APPROVAL OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE MUNICIPAL LIBRARY, PROJECT NO. 2000-06. 5. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR TRACT MAP 29894-3, HIDEAWAY, ND LA QUINT A PARTNERS, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2004-020) City Council Minutes 3 February 3, 2004 6. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS ,-- DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER AND THE TRAFFIC AND DEVELOPMENT SENIOR ENGINEER TO ATTEND THE 2004 PUBLIC WORKS OFFICERS INSTITUTE TO BE HELD IN SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA, MARCH 3-5, 2004. 7. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR A BUILDING INSPECTOR II TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING OFFICIALS ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING TO BE HELD IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA, MARCH 9-12, 2004. 8. APPROVAL OF A FUNDING REQUEST FROM THE GREATER COACHELLA VALLEY SOAP BOX DERBY. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended and with Item Nos. 2, 3, and 5 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 2004-018 through 2004-020 respectively. Lucia Moran expressed appreciation for the City's support regarding Item No.8. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2004-013. .-- ! BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 3, SECTIONS 3.28(G) AND 3.28.370 OF THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO BUSINESS LICENSE RENEWAL DATE. Finance Director Falconer presented the staff report. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to take up Ordinance No. 400 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 400 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3, SECTIONS 3.28.180(G) AND 3.28.370 OF THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO BUSINESS LICENSE. RENEWAL DATES. - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to introduce Ordinance No. 400 on first reading. Motion carried unanimously by the following vote: City Council Minutes 4 February 3, 2004 AYES: Council Members Henderson, Osborne, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Adolph NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None 2. CONSIDERATION OF A FUNDING REQUEST BY THE LA QUINT A ARTS FOUNDATION. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff report. Christi Salamone, Executive Director of La Quinta Arts Foundation, requested approval of their funding request. In response to Council Member Henderson, she confirmed the listing on Page 10 with the exception of adding Diane Ahlstrom, Olga Giannini, and Erik Sandoval as Board Members and advised Charles Hilliar has resigned. Council Member Henderson referenced age demographics on Page 19, and asked if any changes are anticipated to attract younger attendees. Ms. Salamone responded they are always looking for ways to improve the Arts Festival, and have hired Kiner Goodsell as their marketing consultant. Council Member Henderson commented on the increased competition of art shows in the Valley, and voiced concern that a lot of people have been priced out of the Arts Festival. She asked if their projections indicate the market will be there or if they have considered refocusing to bring in a larger audience. Ms. Salamone stated due to the challenges of the last year, they have not done any long-range business planning but it is one of their objectives for this year, and they are interviewing consultants to help them through the process. Jim Parrish, President of La Quinta Arts Foundation, stated one of his main goals is to have a strategic planning seminar wherein emph~sis will be placed on demographics. They also plan to talk to other art groups about working together. Council Member Henderson commented on their membership decline in 2002/2003, and asked about their projections for 2003/2004. Ms. Salamone indicated most renewals are received just before the Arts Festival, and added the number of first-time members and first-time docents have - - ---- ---- --- City Council Minutes 5 February 3, 2004 increased. Mr. Parrish indicated they plan to do a full-scale membership - campaign. In response to Council Member Henderson, Ms. Salamone indicated the Foundation has received a down payment on the property from a residential developer, and the escrow is expected to close by the end of June 2004. The potential problem with the property donor has also been settled As for the Avenida La Fonda property, the landlord is willing to extend their lease past December 2004 if necessary. Council Member Osborne asked about the Plein Air event, and Ms. Salamone stated it went well. She added they feel financially secure about the upcoming Arts Festival. Mr. Parrish stated one of the conditions of sale of the property is that it be available for the Arts Festival in 2004. In response to Council Member Sniff, Ms. Salamone confirmed the $75,000 will be used for marketing, and the City's name and logo will be included in an assortment of advertising. As for the escrow, she indicated the buyer has put down a large down payment and has talked to the City about design ,--. plans for the residential project. In regards to membership, they have approximately 400 members. Council Member Perkins spoke in support of the funding request, and stated he hopes the organization will continue giving proper recognition to the City. Mayor Adolph stated he supports the funding request, and noted the key issue before was not knowing where the Arts Festival would be held. In response to Council Member Henderson, City Manager Genovese advised Council can move ahead with the appropriation of funds, and the contract for services will be brought back for approval. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to approve a funding request by the La Quinta Arts Foundation for contract for services in the amount of $75,000 to be funded from the General Fund Reserves Account and to be utilized for marketing services for the March 2004 Arts Festival. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2004-14. - City Council Minutes 6 February 3, 2004 3. CONSIDERATION OF A SPRING EVENT TO BE HOSTED BY THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION ON APRIL 24, 2004. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Osborne, Ms. Horvitz stated the Commission feels last year's event had too many components and is looking to do just a concert this year. Mayor Adolph referenced the balance in their budget, and asked if further activities are planned before the end of the budget period, and Ms. Horvitz indicated she is not aware of any other. Council Member Sniff questioned the amount being sufficient to put on a successful event, and stated he doesn't want the Commission to request more funding. Ms. Horvitz indicated the Commission will work within the budget balance. Council Member Perkins stated he cannot support this without knowing more about the event. In response to Council Member Sniff, Ms. Horvitz stated a list of entertainment artists will be reviewed at the Commission meeting on February 12, and if Council wishes, staff can come back with their selection at the February 1 7 City Council meeting. Council Member Sniff suggested this item be continued to February 17, 2004 for additional information. Council Member Henderson voiced confidence in the Commission being able to put on a concert this year without having to come back to Council for approval. She also commented that she feels the City should be able to hold more events on major holidays, such as the 4th of July, and would like to have more events included in the Commission's work plan. Council Member Osborne agreed the City should have more events for youth and families. Mayor Adolph concurred with leaving the entertainment selection up to the Commission, and noted it's unlikely the Council would be able to judge the quality of whoever the Commission selects. - ----- -- - -. - -- City Council Minutes 7 February 3, 2004 Council Member Henderson suggested if the item is going to be continued ..--. that it be continued to March 2 to give staff sufficient time to verify the ' availability of artists. Council Member Perkins indicated he has confidence in the Commission and staff to go ahead with the selection without bringing it back to Council for approval. Council concurred. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to authorize a spring event to be hosted by the Cultural Arts Commission on April 24, 2004, at the Civic Center Campus amphitheater with a maximum budget of $9,275. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2004-15. 4. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF TWO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO SERVE ON THE CIVIC CENTER ART PURCHASE COMMITTEE. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff report. Council Member Osborne referenced the lack of locations for additional art pieces. .- i Council Member Sniff pointed out he has previously suggested not purchasing additional artwork until a determination is made as to what is needed and where it should be located. Council Member Perkins suggested setting the funds aside until additional artwork locations are determined. Council Member Henderson stated she believes the Civic Center artwork should be funded from the Art in Public Places Account instead of the General Fund. Council concurred to take no action. 5. CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANT APPLICATIONS. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Henderson, she reviewed the list of organizations who participated in the shell collection at the SilverRock Ranch site, and .noted - the La Quinta High School Blackhawk Brigade Boosters is the only participant who has submitted a grant request. City Council Minutes 8 February 3, 2004 Paul Bluto, 79-255 Westward Ho Drive, representing the La Quinta High School Blackhawk Brigade Boosters, requested approval of their grant request. Ashley Overly, representing the La Quinta High School Counseling Department, requested approval of their grant request. In response to Council Member Henderson, she commented on the number of students and guardians they serve, including incoming freshmen at the end of the school year. She indicated the funding they receive from the School District does not cover the Career Day expenses. After a brief discussion, Council Member Henderson suggested transferring the $ 7 ,500 not used for Civic Center artwork to the Special Projects Contingency Fund to provide sufficient funding for these requests. Mayor Adolph pointed out he felt the fund amount was too small when it was budgeted last year, and the consensus of Council at that time was that an additional amount could be pulled from the General Fund later on if needed. He disagrees with handling the budget that way, and feels the Council should get more realistic about the grant funds to avoid this happening again. He stated he supports transferring the funds as suggested by Council Member Henderson. Council Member Perkins concurred but indicated he would not support the La Quinta High School Baseball Booster's funding request to purchase bleachers because he feels the School District should be responsible for that purchase. Council concurred. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to transfer $7,500 from the Civic Center Art Purchase Account to the Special Projects Contingency Account. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2004-16. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Perkins/Sniff to approve Community Services Grant requests as follows: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #855, $795; La Quinta High School Blackhawk Brigade Boosters, $2,000; and La Quinta High School Counseling Department, $1,000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2004-17. --- - - -- - - City Council Minutes 9 February 3, 2004 .- 6. CONSIDERATION OF BRIDGE RAILING DESIGN ALTERNATIVES FOR THE JEFFERSON STREET BRIDGE OVER THE COACHELLA VALLEY STORM CHANNEL. Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report, and Bob Ross, of RBF Consulting, reviewed the bridge railing design alternatives. In response to Mayor Adolph, Mr. Ross stated the length of the bridge is approximately 500 feet, and the pilasters would be every 60 feet. He explained Design Concept # 1 is solid concrete with different textures similar to the bridge design on the Monterey Avenue/Interstate 10 interchange. He noted Design Concept #2 is similar to the City's current bridge railing designs with the addition of pilasters and lighting. A brief discussion ensued wherein Council concurred to stay with the current design, including the color and swirling sand effect, with the addition of pilasters and lighting. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve Design Concept #2 bridge railing design for the Jefferson Street Phase II project using the current color and swirling sand design on the Washington .- Street bridge and with pilasters and lighting. In response to Council Member Osborne, Mr. Ross indicated the design pattern will be repeated along the length of the bridge. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2004-18. 7. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE REGIONAL COMMERCIAL LAND USE/ZONING DISTRICT. 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 Henderson/Osborne to authorize the distribution of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Architectural Design Services for the preparation of architectural design guidelines for properties within the Regional Commercial Land Use/Zoning District. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2004-19. - City Council Minutes 10 February 3, 2004 8. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 399 ORDINANCE NO. 399 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO.2. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Ordinance No. 399 on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Henderson, Osborne, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Adolph NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency meeting. Council reconvened and recessed to 7:00 p.m. 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENT Robert Tyler, 44-215 Villeta Drive, spoke regarding the need to remove iIIegally- dumped furniture at Corporate Center Drive. * * * * * * * * * * * Jack Avrum, 54-145 Avenida Diaz, complained about citations he has received from Code Enforcement/Animal Control regarding one of his vehicles and his dogs. * * * * * * * * * * * The following people spoke regarding the poor road condition of Avenue 58 west of Madison Street and/or voiced safety concerns about the Avenue 58/Madison Street intersection: Bill Morrow, 79-390 Tom Fazio Lane - street needs repaving and intersection is unsafe; - - -- ~ ~ City Council Minutes 11 February 3, 2004 .- Dan Dunlap, 78-250 Birkdale Court - intersection should be four-way stop with flashing lights; Doug Weitman, 79-750 Tom Fazio Lane South - intersection should be four-way stop; Rita Smith, 79-001 Tom Fazio Lane - street needs repaving and intersection is unsafe; Bob Hill, 79-620 Tom Fazio Lane - poor street condition is creating an unsafe environment and the large steel structure on the side of the street should be moved for safety reasons; Linda Dyer, Lot 49, Tom Fazio Lane - intersection should be four-way stop; Steve Muir, Lot 9, Tom Fazio Lane - dangerous intersection and poor street condition is due to increased traffic; John Loughlin, 79-440 Tom Fazio Lane - street condition is unsafe; Chuck Montgomery, 58-601 Banfield Drive - referenced the amount of traffic on Avenue 58 and the unsafe condition of the street; John Miller, 79-615 Tom Fazio Lane - questioned why the bond hasn't been called to do the improvements adjacent to PGA West; Bill Turpin, 79-062 Tom Fazio - intersection should be four-way stop; Mary Cornell, (no address) Lions Gate - intersection should be four-way stop with "STOP AHEAD" painted before each stop sign approach. .- Public Works Director Jonasson explained the performance bonds being held by the City are for frontage improvements along Avenue 58 and the total amount is not enough to extend to Madison Street. The paving of Avenue 58 is scheduled as a Capital Improvement Project (CIP) in 2006 under the Pavement Management Program. He noted Council will have the option of moving the project forward when the Capital Improvement Program is reviewed in March but noted the project will be competing with other streets that could be in worse condition. In response to Mayor Adolph, City Manager Genovese stated the CIP is scheduled to be reviewed the second meeting in March or the first meeting in April. He stated a report will be coming back to Council in two weeks regarding the safety concerns and potential resolution of the Avenue 58/Madison Street intersection. Mayor Adolph spoke in support of resolving these issues as soon as possible. Council Member Perkins spoke in support of installing two additional stop signs at the intersection until a more thorough investigation can be done. Council Member Henderson stated she agrees with having a four-way stop but noted the City must make the necessary findings to meet warrants for a four-way - stop. She suggested flashing lights be used during the initial installation period until people become familiar with the change. City Council Minutes 12 February 3, 2004 Council Member Sniff agreed with doing something at the intersection within one month and hopefully move the CIP project to 2005. Council Member Osborne spoke in support of the four-way stop and putting street maintenance on the top of the list. PRESENT A TIONS - None PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-200 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APN 649-090-002 FOR JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, HIGHWAY 111 TO INDIO BOULEVARD, PROJECT 2000-19. Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report. Dave Cosgrove, legal counsel with Rutan Tucker, outlined the findings for Public Hearing Item Nos. 1 through 5. He noted adoption of the Resolution of Necessity does not represent the conclusion of negotiations, and that negotiations with property owners will continue. In response to Mayor Adolph, Mr. Cosgrove confirmed the City has made offers on each property based on property appraisals and has offered relocation benefits. He believes the City has done everything possible to reach settlements that are acceptable to the property owners and the City. Council Member Henderson expressed appreciation for the negotiation efforts. Mr. Cosgrove noted the compensation amount is not part of this hearing. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:06 p.m. Elaine Culp, 46-200 Jefferson Street, stated she signed the petition but understood property owners would receive fair market value for their homes and feels those who have settled have received far less than that. She stated the appraisals she had done before and after the City's appraisal are much higher than the City's appraisal, and indicated she hasn't received a -- --~-- ~ - - - -~- City Council Minutes 13 February 3, 2004 - response from the City on her last offer. She also needs to know how much time they have before having to move. There being no other requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:19 p.m. Council Member Henderson stated she believes the City is doing its best to reach acceptable settlements, and hopes City staff will contact Ms. Culp and make the situation as easy as possible for her. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-021 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-200 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA (APN 649-090-002) FOR JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, PROJECT 2000-19. It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to adopt Resolution No. 2004-021 as submitted. r- Mayor Adolph commented on the need to address the issues with Ms. Culp. Council Member Perkins voiced concern about the City meeting its obligations, and stated he could not support the motion without additional information. City Attorney Jenson advised the property appraisal was done in June 2003 and the offer letter, which was mailed on July 30, 2003, was open for 120 days. She advised the property owner chose to wait until the end of that period to submit their offer of $350,000. Further discussions have been held and will continue to be held with the property owner but the City has not received anything back from the property owner. She believes the City has tried to negotiate a settlement in good faith. She indicated there will be a six-month time window after the resolution is adopted before eminent domain proceedings need to be filed and it's 90 days after that before possession can be obtained. Council Member Perkins stated he will support the motion if assured there will be further negotiations. Ms. Jenson stated she will personally contact Mrs. Culp. - In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Cosgrove confirmed the property owner is allowed to draw from a trust account up to the full amount of the City Council Minutes 14 February 3, 2004 City's current offer without waiving their right to claim additional compensation. In response to Mrs. Culp's question, he advised each property owner will receive a minimum notice of 90 days to vacate their properties. Motion carried unanimously. 2. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-250 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APN 649-090-003 FOR JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, HIGHWAY 111 TO INDIO BOULEVARD, PROJECT 2000-19. Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report. In response to Mayor Adolph, City Attorney Jenson advised the property owner has not responded to staff regarding the public hearing. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:22 p.m. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:24 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-022 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-250 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA (APN 649-090-003) FOR JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, PROJECT 2000-19. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to adopt Resolution No. 2004-022 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. 3. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF ~ RESOLUTION DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-055 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, APN 649-071-009 FOR JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, HIGHWAY 111 TO INDIO BOULEVARD, PROJECT 2000-19. Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report. -- - ~ - - - --- ---- --- --- --~ City Council Minutes 15 February 3, 2004 ~ The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:25 p.m. There being t I no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:26 p.m. City Attorney Jenson advised she anticipates reaching a settlement on this property but recommends moving forward with the Resolution of Necessity in case the Purchase and Sale Agreement is not signed. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-023 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-055 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA (APN 649-071-009) FOR JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, PROJECT 2000-19. It was moved by Council Members Osborne/Sniff to adopt Resolution No. 2004-023 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. ,-- 4. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-175 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, APN 649-071-013 FOR JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, HIGHWAY 111 TO INDIO BOULEVARD, PROJECT 2000-19. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on file in the City Clerk's Office. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:27 p.m. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:27 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-024 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-175 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA (APN 649-071-013) FOR JEFFERSON STREET - IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, PROJECT 2000-19. City Council Minutes 16 February 3, 2004 It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to adopt Resolution No. 2004-024 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. 5. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-235 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, APN 649-071-015 FOR JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, HIGHWAY 111 TO INDIO BOULEVARD, PROJECT 2000-19. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on file in the City Clerk's Office. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:28 p.m. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:28 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-235 JEFFERSON STREET, LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA (APN 649-071-015) FOR JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II, PROJECT 2000-19. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2004-025 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. 6. PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AND RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERING ZONING CODE AMENDMENT 2003-080, A REQUEST TO AMEND SECTION 9.160.080 (SEMI-PERMANENT DOWNTOWN VILLAGE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS) OF THE LA QUINT A MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW ADDITIONAL SIGN PANELS AND OTHER MINOR AMENDMENTS AND AN AMENDMENT TO THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA QUINT A AND THE LA QUINT A CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. Planning Manager Orci presented the staff report. Council Member Sniff questioned the term, "semi-permanent," and Mr. Orci stated the Code refers to the signs as interchangeable sign panels on location for a 12-month period, which he confirmed is "temporary." -_. --- -, - - -- i City Council Minutes 17 February 3, 2004 ,...-. A brief discussion ensued as to how the offsite directional sign program came about and why it is defined as "semi-permanent." In response to Mayor Adolph, Mr. Orci confirmed the sign program is limited to five monument signs with eight panels each. He further confirmed the amendment will allow use of different script. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:35 p.m. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:35 p.m. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Perkins to take up Ordinance No. 401 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 401 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9.160., SECTION 9.160.080 (SEMI- PERMANENT DOWNTOWN VILLAGE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS) OF THE .- LA QUINT A MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW ADDITIONAL SIGN PANELS AND OTHER MINOR AMENDMENTS (ZONE CODE AMENDMENT 2003-080). It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Perkins to introduce Ordinance No. 401 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Henderson, Osborne, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Adolph NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION NO. 2004-026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA QUINT A AND THE LA QUINTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REGARDING THE LOCATION AND MANAGEMENT OF THE SEMI- PERMANENT DOWNTOWN VILLAGE DIRECTIONAL SIGN PROGRAM WITHIN THE CITY'S PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY AS CONTAINED IN CITY - COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 97-02. City Council Minutes 18 February 3, 2004 It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Osborne to adopt Resolution No. 2004-026 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency meeting. Council reconvened. STUDY SESSION - None REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS CV AG Human & Community Resources Committee - Council Member Osborne reported the Committee is continuing their work on the child obesity issue, and a teen volunteer group is being formed for the Trauma Intervention Program (TIP). The Committee will also be asking the cities to participate in a survey regarding the homeless and will be holding a meeting February 10, 2004, at 9:30 a.m. CVAG Executive Committee - Mayor Adolph indicated $8 million has been shifted to the Highway 86 project to provide traffic signals and an overpass. SunLine Transit Agency/SunLine Services Group - Mayor Adolph noted Amy Swan-Draper is SunLine's new Chief Financial Officer, and indicated they are using an outside consultant to find applicants for General Manager. * * * * * * * * * * * * * All other reports were noted and filed. DEPARTMENT REPORTS - None MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS 1. DISCUSSION REGARDING PARTICIPATION IN FUNDING EFFORTS OF CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN BERNARDINO - PALM DESERT CAMPUS. Mayor Adolph stated he has been approached by a Council Member from another city to find out if the Council is interested in helping support the California State University San Bernardino-Palm Desert Campus financially. - -- -- - --- - -- City Council Minutes 19 February 3, 2004 ..-- Council Member Osborne spoke in support, and stated he feels it would be a great investment in the City's future. Council Member Henderson stated she would be' willing to consider it once La Quinta has a municipal golf course and hotel like the other cities have. She also believes enhanced fire services is a more important issue to address. She stated she is pleased the other cities are able to contribute but doesn't feel La Quinta is able to contribute on the same level. Council Member Osborne agreed the City's police and fire services should come first. Council Member Perkins concurred, and stated he is not prepared to support a contribution. Council Member Sniff stated he feels the City is not able to participate in a meaningful way for probably the next several years. Mayor Adolph concurred. ~ ! I ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Henderson/Perkins to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, ~~~ JUNE S. GREEK, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California -