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2007 05 15 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 15, 2007 A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 3:00 p.m. by Mayor Adolph. PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Henderson, Kirk, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph None PUBLIC COMMENT - None CLOSED SESSION 1 . Public employee performance evaluation pursuant to Government Code Section 54957, Council-appointed position - City Manager. Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency and to Closed Session to and until the hour of 4:00 p.m. 4:00 P.M. Mayor Adolph led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT Reyla Graber, 77-4898 Avenida Madnegada, conveyed her disappointment of a recent situation with the Palm Desert Animal Shelter where a. stray dog was euthanized after being left for adoption. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - Confirmed ANNOUNCEMENTS - None PRESENTATIONS Mayor Adolph presented a Proclamation to outgoing Police Chief Captain Walt Meyer for his dedicated service to the City of La Quinta. who introduced incoming Police Chief Captain Colleen Walker. City Council Minutes 2 May 15, 2007 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE FROM DR. GEORGE AND JUDY SCHENKMAN, DATED MAY 4, 2007, REGARDING STREET LIGHTING IN THE COVE NEIGHBORHOOD. In response to Council Member Henderson, City Manager Genovese stated staff will present the history and proposals regarding lighting for street signs in the Cove at a future meeting. He confirmed all new residential housing must have the house number illuminated. 2. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE FROM STEWARDS OF THE FRED WOLFF BEAR CREEK NATURE PRESERVE, DATED MAY 5, 2007, REGARDING :3ERM REDUCTION ALONG A VENIDA MONTEZUMA. Mayor Adolph stated he drove through the area with Kay Wolff and observed many locations being out of view due to berm heights and overgrown landscaping. Due to recent incidents in the area, he feels it's a timely issue to provide safety in the area. Kay Wolff, 77-227 Calle Ensenada, suggested painting street names on the street for visibility. In representing Stewards of the Preserve, she requested Council increase safety in the area for residents. Council Member Sniff agreed personal safety is an important issue for the community; stated the berms were installed long ago as part of the Preserve project and they have nothing to do with CVWD; suggested adopting a program' to lower the berms and provide judicious pruning as needed to enable better visibility of the area. Council Member Kirk agreed with the issues expressed; and stated enforcement will be the key in ensuring another incident does not occur in the area. Mayor Adolph requested an update report on the progress of lowering the berms, pruning of the vegetation, and increasing policing of the area. 3.' . WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE FROM MR. AND MRS. JAMES R. PAUL, DATED MAY 10, 2007, REGARDING J & S PAUL PROFESSIONAL PLAZA. Council Member Osborne recused himself from this matter due to a conflict of interest. City Council Minutes 3 May 15, 2007 James Paul, 55-585 Cherry Hill, explained he was not notified of certain use restrictions for the building developed. Upon consensus, the City Council referred this matter to Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans to assist Mr. Paul to apply for a Specific Plan Amendment for the proposed development use. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the City Council Minutes of May 1, 2007, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED MAY 15,2007. 2. RECEIVE AND FILE TREASURER'S REPORT DATED MARCH 31, 2007. 3. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE & EXPENDITURES REPORT DATED MARCH 31,2007. 4. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER TO GKK WORKS FOR INTERIOR MILLWORK, TILE, AND MISCELLANEOUS FINISH ACCESSORIES FOR THE CITY HALL EXPANSION, PROJECT NO. 2002-01. 5. ACCEPTANCE OF ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT MAP 30023-2, TRILOGY, SHEA LA aUINTA, LLC. 6. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION OF THE ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 30023-7, TRILOGY, SHEA LA aUINTA, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2007-0441 7. ACCEPTANCE OF OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH PARCEL MAP 31172, LA aUINTA VALLEY PLAZA, KLEINE BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT, INC. 8. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE COMMUNITY SAFETY MANAGER AND THREE CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICERS TO ATTEND THE TACTICAL COMMUNITY SAFETY AND AWARENESS CLASS SPONSORED BY THE CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN VENTURA, CALIFORNIA, MAY 22-24, 2007. City Council Minutes 4 May 15, 2007 9. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR TO ATTEND THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY TRAINING CENTER (NETCI OPERATED BY THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMAIINEMMITSBURG.MD. JUNE 9-16, 2007. 10. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION OF THE ON-SITE AND OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 30023-5, TRILOGY, SHEA LA aUINTA, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2007-0451 11. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION . OF THE ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 33076-2, THE MADISON CLUB, EAST OF MADISON, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2007-0461 12. APPROVAL OF APPLICATION SB 821 BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ..,FACILlTIES PROGRAM GRANT FUNDS FOR DESIGN OF A MULTI-USE TRAit' . . ,'BRIDGE SPANNING COACHELLA CANAL AT SILVERROCK RESORT. 13. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE ASSISTANT ENGINEER II TO ATTEND THE ADVANCED TRAFFIC SIGNAL OPERATIONS SEMINAR TO BE HELD IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, MAY 21-22, 2007. 14. APPROVAL OF THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE (PS&EI, AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BID FOR THE MISCELLANEOUS STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 2005-01. 15. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT EXTENSION WITH THE ROSENOW SPEVACEK ,GROUP (RSGI FOR REDEVELOPMENT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES. 16. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ,APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN A 401(al . ..rJlONEYPURCHASING PLAN AND RELATED PLAN DOCUMENTS. (RESOLUTION NO. 2007-047) Council Member Kirk requested Consent Calendar Item No. 11 be considered separately due to a conflict of interest. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended with the exception of Item No. 11 and with Item Nos. 6, 10, and 16 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. . 2007-044, 2007-45 and 2007-047 respectively. Motion carried unanimously. City Council Minutes 5 May 15, 2007 Item No. 11: MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 11, being approved by RESOLUTION NO. 2007-046. Motion carried with Council Member Kirk abstaining. BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA aUINTA AND BURRTEC WASTE AND RECYCLING SERVICES, LLC FOR SOLID WASTE HANDLING SERVICES FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME COMMENCING JULY 1, 2007, AND ENDING JUNE 30,2016.4:45 p.m. Council Member Osborne recused himself due to a conflict of interest. Assistant City Manager/Interim Community Development Director Evans presented the staff report. Deputy Attorney Patrick Munoz, Rutan & Tucker, gave an overview of the Exclusive Franchise Agreement with Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services, LLC. Council Member Kirk thanked staff and Burrtec for providing free commercial recycling. In response to Council Member Kirk, Deputy Attorney Munoz explained a provision has been included in the agreement to review the establishment of a charge for commercial recycling in two years; stated staff is able to review 'the programs if abuse of free recycling occurs; and confirmed there is a cost subsidy to the City for providing free recycling to the residents. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans explained the City currently contracts with HF&H relative to waste hauling and recycling, and instead of hiring a full-time staff member, the City will be contracting out to obtain the level of service and expertise needed to administer the agreement. Council Member Henderson spoke in support of including medical recycling. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans explained it is staff's intent to bring back this issue with the contract. City Council Minutes 6 May 15, 2007 Council Member Sniff stated one of the reasons the City incorporated was to clean up the area, and thanked Burrtec for working with the City for establishing reasonable rates and excellent service. Mayor Adolph agreed with the importance of addressing the issue of medical recycling. Frank Orlett, District Manager, Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services, stated the City and Burrtec have developed a comprehensive agreement. He confirmed the payment rate of 1 of every 6 dollars to the City is standard in the industry. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-048 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA aUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT FOR SOLID WASTE HANDLING SERVICES WITH BURRTEC WASTE AND RECYCLING SERVICES, LLC. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Kirk to adopt Resolution No. 2007-048 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. 2. CONSIDERATION OF CITY OF LA aUINTA MARKETING PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008. Due to a conflict of interest of Council Member Osborne, City Attorney Jenson requested the City Council discuss the Marketing Plan and the contract with Kiner Communications separately to enable Council Member Osborne to participate in the discussion of the Marketing Plan, as Kiner Communications is a client of his. The City Council concurred. Mayor Adolph recessed the City Council meeting at 5:06 p.m. and reconvened at 5:10 p.m. Management Analyst Casillas presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Osborne, Management Analyst Casillas explained staff will be approaching SilverRock Resort for promotional , packages with the Hotel Co-op Program for promotional packages. City Manager Genovese confirmed there will be two hotels at Silver Rock Resort with no golf course and explained there will be some parameters with like packages for all the hotels. City Council Minutes 7 May 15, 2007 Management Analyst Casillas confirmed the La Ouinta Arts Foundation and Chamber of Commerce are not included in the funding of the Marketing Plan; confirmed the funding for the CV A is included in the Economic Development, Tourism and Hospitality section; explained Civic Communications includes the La Quinta City Report and the annual City Calendar; explained staff is investigating to utilize the Hotel Co-op Program to promote print literature to promote "shop La Quinta", television advertising will be taking place in Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange County areas, and promote the community through the Community Services Department, in response to Council Member Sniff. Council Member Sniff stated the City needs to focus on the following: sales tax producers, TOT producers, SilverRock, and Community Services activities; and conveyed his concern of not funding "shop La Quinta". Council Member Henderson questioned if the Arts Foundation was at the table in consideration of the marketing plan; stated all the major players should be communicating to provide a cooperative effort to promote the City; and stated the funding in the amount of $144,000 for promotional materials is not a substantial amount. In response to Council Member Kirk, Management Analyst Casillas confirmed the SilverRock Resort funds of $52,000 accounted for in the deficit of $150,000 are included in the budget and the $252,000 budget coming from Landmark is part of their whole performance. Council Member Kirk stated he understands three of the four categories, but is uneasy of the economic development budget - budgeted amount is a small amount spent to promote shop, dine and stay in La Quinta - conveyed concern of the City being involved in message making, and stated he would rather spend funds on infrastructure and making La Quinta great instead of promoting how great it is. Mayor Adolph referred to the Budget Estimates at a Glance attachment and stated figures are estimated until the budget is finalized. Council Member Osborne stated the economic success of our city is dependent on the success of the businesses; and requested Kiner Communication respond to some of the issues raised. Andrea Carter, Kiner Communication, explained television spots are included in the proposal to entice people to come to La Quinta as a great destination; media tours; and the Hotel Co-op Program. City Council Minutes 8 May 15, 2007 Council Member Sniff stated it is government's responsibility to support the businesses in the City and promote shop and dine in La Quinta; and stated there must be a continual effort to be effective and stay competitive. Council Member Henderson stated the major components are worth moving forward with; supports Council Member's Kirk position in presenting the community in the best wealth as far as streets and public safety; would not support any additional funds this year; and suggested considering private entities take over their own marketing and utilize funds to promote the City. Council Member Kirk conveyed concern of spending funds on generic marketing. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Henderson to approve the City of La Quinta Marketing Plan for Fiscal Year 2007/2008, and directed staff to bring b<lck ideas with respect to the Economic Development section. Motion carried unanimously. Council Member Osborne recused himself at this time. In response to Council Member Kirk, Management Analyst Casillas stated staff has been satisfied with the work and relationship with Kiner Communications and would recommend continuing the contract. Council Member Henderson conveyed support to negotiate with Kiner Communications for another year; and stated the issue to consider soliciting competitive bids should be presented well before the expiration of the contract. City Manager Genovese explained there is a timi'ng issue as part of the contract is to provide a proposal for the next fiscal year. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Kirk renegotiate a contract with Kiner Communications for professional marketing services. Motion carried by a vote of 4-0-1, Council Member Osborne abstaining. 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN UPDATE. Community Services Director Hylton presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Osborne, Community Services Director Hylton explained the issue of public access to facilities includes working with Sun line to provide transportation to parks; stated discussions have begun with CVWD regarding the Whitewater Storm Channel; and explained City Council Minutes 9 May 15, 2007 discussions and a cooperative effort to provide lighting at the Mitchell Page Intermediate School. Council Member Kirk suggested evaluating the intersection of the services provided by the parks included in the Master Plan and replace or recommend changes; and questioned feedback on a sand volleyball court. Council Member Henderson stated she would like to see the relationship between the City and CVPRD improved and work in a positive direction; stated members of the community have questioned why some residents outside the City were surveyed; stated the interpretation of the survey implies that hiking trails are the priority in the community based on the responses received. Council Member Sniff stated staff has done a phenomenal job with the limited resources allocated in the beginning; and the department has full support. In response to Mayor Adolph, Community Services Director Hylton stated the Commission is aware of the concerns of establishing new park lands and the ongoing maintenance costs. Mark Wilbur, Community Services Commission, gave a brief report of the development of the presentation. Karen Balimente, Green Play, gave a presentation of the Master Plan. Joan Rebich, 53-810 Avenida Cortez, conveyed concern of funding to purchase park land for future use in the community. Council concurred to continue this item until after the public hearing - see Page 13. Council recessed to and until 7:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENT - None PRESENTATIONS - None City Council Minutes 10 May 15, 2007 Council concurred to take up Business Item No.4 at this time. BUSINESS SESSION . . . . . . . . . continued 4. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE IMPLEMENTING AB 2987 - STATE VIDEO FRANCHISE FEES, CUSTOMER SERVICE, AND OTHER VIDEO- RELATED MATTERS. City Manager Genovese presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. William Marticorena of Rutan & Tucker stated the franchise fees will be collected by the State but 5 % of the fee will be allocated directly to local agencies. Mr. Marticorena further explained the legislation and how the franchise fees have been established; and reported the wireless issue is being addressed judicially. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to take up Ordinance No. 436 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 436 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA aUINTA, CALIFORNIA, IMPLEMENTING AB 2987 RELATED TO VIDEO FRANCHISE FEES, CUSTOMER SERVICE, AND OTHER VIDEO-RELATED MATTERS. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to introduce Ordinance No. 436 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Henderson, Kirk, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph None None None NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: PUBLIC HEARINGS 1.. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2007-881, CONDITION NOS. 22 AND 26. APPELLANT: R. T. HUGHES & CO. LLC. City Council Minutes 11 May 15, 2007 Planning Manager Johnson presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Sniff, Planning Manager Johnson stated the water feature will be utilized for water runoff; Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans confirmed other projects with similar water features have been approved by the Planning Commission; the feature will utilize canal water; and confirmed there will be cascading water movement. In response to Council Member Henderson, Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans deferred the question about depth of the water feature to the applicant; stated the City has adopted an irrigation ordinance similar to the CVWD ordinance. Council Member Henderson conveyed her disagreement with the statements made regarding the objections and actions of the Planning Commission; and concern of the communication between staff and the developer regarding the proposal meeting the water and landscape requirements. Council Member Kirk questioned the reasons of the appeal; conveyed concern of the due process of the proposal and water and landscape issues. Mayor Adolph stated must be good communication with the developer; questioned if the feature is basically a retention basin. In response to Council Member Osborne, Planning Manager Johnson confirmed the turf and water areas were to be reduced up to 50% prior to the ALRC meeting; current plans have not been changed; and confirmed the developer was aware of the request to reduce the water and landscaping by up to 50% prior to consideration of the Planning Commission. Planning Manager Johnson confirmed when projects are presented to the ALRC and then to Planning Commission, the applicant does not change plans but may submit additional language; confirmed the applicant was aware of staff's request of reducing the landscape up to 50% and the water 50% prior to presenting to the ALRC and the ALRC recommended a reduction of up to 50% of the landscaping, but did not make a recommendation regarding the water feature; confirmed the basin is proposed for use as a retention basin and is still evolving, in response to Council Member Henderson. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:52 p.m. Richard Hughes, developer, explained the design of the project; stated all issues have been met with the ALRC and Planning Commission; stated there City Council Minutes 12 May 15, 2007 has been miscommunication with staff; explained the goal of the project is to have a special community. In response to Council Member Osborne, Mr. Hughes stated the water feature at the entry is imperative to the aesthetics of homes. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Mike Horton, HSH Design Group, stated the lake is 9 feet deep and there is 12 feet from the residential pads to the water level; and explained the lake is not part of the retention basin, but there could be water overflow from the lake in the event of rain. Planning Manager Johnson clarified the differential between the retention basin and the lots at the top of the lake by stating there is a 17 -foot difference between the lots and the retention basin. Council Member Henderson stated the appeal has merit, and conveyed concern the project was able to come this far without proper .communication; stated there is reasonable argument to be made in the case of the water feature that it does lack real inter-visual play. In response to Council Member Kirk, Mr. Horton stated artificial turf would not look good in that area; and confirmed there will be water running under the bridge. Council Member Kirk conveyed concern of an active reason for the retention basin and water feature of the project; and the communication between staff and the developer regarding the potential political problems of this project; and suggested the Council consider reducing the landscaping and water feature of the project and utilize the landscaping in the other areas of the project. In response to Mayor Adolph, Mr. Hughes conveyed his vIsion of the residents having family and grandchildren, but very few families live in these up-scale homes; explained the homes will be from 3,000-3,650 sq. ft. with a price range of $1 Million and up. Council Member Sniff stated it seems to be a nagging concern of the amount of turf, but stated the landscaping has a purpose. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:28 p.m. City Council Minutes 13 May 15, 2007 Council Member Osborne stated he does not see how the project will suffer by reducing the turf and water feature; and suggested the Council give heed to the Planning Commission. Mayor Adolph stated there is a lot of open space in the project, and he is very appreciative of the amount of landscaping included in this project. Council Member Kirk stated he is supportive of what is being proposed by Mr. Hughes, but is not supportive of the amount of turf and water to be utilized. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-049 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA aUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2007-881, ALLOWING DEVELOPMENT OF 57 SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES AND ASSOCIATED LANDSCAPING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MADISON STREET AND AVENUE 60. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2007-049 subject to final review of the Planning Commission. Motion carried by a vote of 3-2, Council Members Kirk and Osborne dissenting. BUSINESS SESSION . . . . . . . . . . continued 3. CONSIDERATION OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN UPDATE. (This item was continued from Page 9.1 Karen Balimente, Green Play, continued the presentation of the Master Plan. In response to Council Member Henderson, Ms. Balimente stated the three gated communities in the area were included to show the connectivity to the bigger community as a whole. Mayor Adolph stated it behooves us to develop vacant land in the Cove area for pocket parks. In response to Council Member Osborne, Community Services Director Hylton explained the sports associations have indicated that the fields at La Quinta Park are too short and not conducive for the older youth plays. City Council Minutes 14 May 15, 2007 Council Member Sniff conveyed support for including mini parks and the Master Plan. Council Member Henderson thanked the commission and staff for conducting the survey and compiling the presentation; and looks forward to an update in five years. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Sniff to approve the Community Services Master Plan Update. Motion carried unanimously. 5. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE TO COMPLY WITH SENATE BILL 53 STATING THAT THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY DOES NOT HAVE AUTHORITY TO ACQUIRE REAL PROPERTY BY EMINENT DOMAIN. City Manager Genovese presented the staff report. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to take up Ordinance No. 437 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 437 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF SENATE BILL 53, CHAPTER 591 OF STATUTES OF 2006, AS CODIFIED IN CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 33342.7. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to introduce Ordinance No. 437 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Henderson, Kirk, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph None None None NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: 6. CONSIDERATION OF A LETTER REGARDING THE STATE'S PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE PLAN FOR THE SALTON SEA RESTORATION. City Manager Genovese presented the staff report. City Council Minutes 15 May 15, 2007 In response to Council Member Osborne, City Manager Genovese explained staff received Attachment 1 as a form letter and Attachment 2 is the letter presented for consideration. Council Member Sniff conveyed his concern of the manner in which the letter was written, and stated he would not sign the letter without any changes. Council Member Osborne stated the City has a dramatic affect by the Salton Sea and it behooves the City to strongly support the legislature. Mayor Adolph conveyed his concern that experts are reviewing the situation to come up with a solution to the problem. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Henderson to approve the form of the letter of support proposing specific changes to the State's Preferred Alternative Plan for the Salton Sea Restoration, with the provision to enable each signer to make revisions. Motion carried by a vote of 4-1, Council Member Sniff dissenting. STUDY SESSION - None REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS CV AG Transportation & Public Safety Committees - Council Member Kirk stated the Board approved a number of PSRs to enable fast-tracking of the process; the Public Safety Committee continues to address the medical marijuana issue and discussed establishing coolness centers for the summer season. C. V. Mountains Conservancy - Council Member Kirk reported the Committee discussed the use of Mountain Conservancy-owned land north of the 1-10 Freeway. and the process of approval prior to a Multi-Species Plan. Animal Campus Commission - Council Member Henderson explained the issue of euthanizing a stray dog taken to the Palm Desert Shelter and the miscommunication from staff that the dog would not be put down. League of California Cities - Council Member Henderson reported the League continues to work on language for the eminent domain issue. City Council Minutes 16 May 15, 2007 C. V. Conservation Commission - Council Member Sniff reported the Commission will be sending another letter to LAFCO to reconsider the approval of Desert Hot Springs. CV AG Homelessness Committee - Council Member Osborne reported they are reviewing various fees for cities to establish to provide funding for shelters in the Valley. * * * * * * * * * * * * * All other reports were noted and filed. DEPARTMENT REPORTS - None MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS 1. . DISCUSSION REGARDING LENGTH OF TIME FOR COUNCIL MEMBER DINNERS ON DATES OF COUNCIL MEETINGS. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff conveyed his concern about the limited amount of time for the dinner break during the City Hall construction, and suggested extending the dinner break to 45 minutes. The City Council concurred. 2. DISCUSSION REGARDING COMPETITIVE PROCUREMENT OF SERVICES. Council Member Kirk suggested staff prepare a report on the various options for the procurement of services. The City Council concurred. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. VERONICA J. ONTECINO, City Clerk City of La inta, California . .^/;