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2007 06 19 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 19, 2007 An adjou~ned meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 2:00 p,m. by Mayor Adolph. PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Henderson, Kirk, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph None pUlmc COMMENT - None BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO CITY BOARDS. COMMITTEES. AND COMMISSIONS. Mcwor Adolph explained the process of interviewing candidates and appointments to each Board, Committee and Commission. ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE (2 vacancies) The following applicants gave a brief presentation on their background and qualifications: Jason Arnold Ronald Fitzpatrick John Vuksic (Stephen Harthel was not present) In response to Council Member Henderson, City Manager Genovese explained staff was considering preparing a report regarding the residency requirement for commission appointment due to the limited amount of applications potentially to be received. .!!!!,Iot No.1 Council Member Henderson voted for Council Member Kirk voted for Council Member Osborne voted for Council Member Sniff voted for Mayor Adolph voted for Jason Arnold/Ronald Fitzpatrick Ronald Fitzpatrick/John Vuksic Jason Arnold/Ronald Fitzpatrick Jason Arnold/Ronald Fitzpatrick Ronald Fitzpatrick/Stephen Herthel City Council Minutes 2 June 19, 2007 MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to appoint Jason Arnold and Ronald Fitzpatrick to two-year terms on the Architecture and Landscape Review Committee effective July 1, 2007. Motion carried unanimously. BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION APPEALS BOARD (2 vacancies) The following applicants gave a brief presentation on their background and qualifications: Bob Edwards (General Contractor/Structural Engineer) Kay Wolff (Member of the Public) MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Osborne to appoint Bob Edwards as the General Contractor/Structural Engineer representative and Kay Wolff as the Member of the Public representative to the Building and Construction Appeals Board effective July 1, 2007. Motion carried unanimously. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION (2 vacancies) The following applicants gave a brief presentation on their background and qualifications: Sheldon Brodsky Andrea Gassman Dori Quill Ana Colis Robert Leidner (Joan Beigel, Dale Nelson and Julius Tinsley were not present) Council Member Sniff suggested increasing the Commission to seven members. Council Member Henderson agreed. Council Member Sniff confirmed the consensus of the Council to immediately bring back a report to consider increasing the members of the Community Services Commission to seven members. In response to Council Member Kirk, City Attorney Jenson stated the Council must consider an ordinance in order to change the number of members on the Commission, and could not take action at this meeting. City CounCil Minutes 3 June 19, 2007 Ballot No. 1 Council Member Henderson voted for Council Member Kirk voted for Council Member Osborne voted for Council Member Sniff voted for Mayor Adolph voted for Andrea Gassman/Bob Leidner Andrea Gassman/Bob Leidner Andrea Gassman/Bob Leidner Ana Colls/Dori Quills Andrea Gassman/Bob Leidner MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to appoint Andrea Gassman and Bob Leidner to two-year terms on the Community Services Commission effective July 1, 2007. Motion carried unanimously. .HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION (2 professional vacancies) City Clerk Montecino explained applicant Peggy Redmon was not eligible to be considered to be appointed as a Professional Member of the Commission. The following applicants gave a brief presentation on their background and qualifications: Peggy Redmon Robert Wright Council Member Henderson suggested staff work through the process and eligibility of appointment of Peggy Redmon to the commission. In response to Council Member Sniff, City Attorney Jenson suggested Council not appoint Ms. Redmon at this time. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to appoint Robert Wright to a three-year term (professional position) on the Historic Preservation Commission effective July 1 , 2007. Motion carried unanimously. INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD (3 vacancies) The following applicants gave a brief presentation on their background and qualifications: Donald Moulin David Park Theodore Ross (Edward Hackney was not present) City Council Minutes 4 June 19, 2007 Ballot No.1 Council Member Henderson voted for Council Member Kirk voted for Council Member Osborne voted for Council Member Sniff voted for Mayor Adolph voted for Edward Hackney/Donald Moulin/David Park Donald Moulin/David Park/Theodore Ross Donald Moulin/David Park/Theodore Ross Donald Moulin/David Park/Theodore Ross Donald Moulin/David Park/Theodore Ross MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to appoint Donald Moulin, David Park and Theodore Ross to three-year terms on the Investment Advisory Board effective July 1 , 2007. Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION (2 vacancies) The following applicants gave a brief presentation on their background and qualifications: Frank Blum Pedro Garcia Paul Strohecker Phil Broccolo Paul Quill Robert Wilkinson (Rick Danielsand Edward Hackney were not present) Ballot No. 1 Council Member Henderson voted for Council Member Kirk voted for Council Member Osborne voted for Council Member Sniff voted for Mayor Adolph voted for Rick Daniels/Paul Quill Rick Daniels/Paul Quill Rick Daniels/Paul Quill Paul Quill/Robert Wilkinson Frank Blum/Paul Quill MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Osborne to appoint Rick Daniels and Paul Quill to two-year terms on the Planning Commission effective July 1, 2007. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Adolph recessed the meeting at 4:09 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 4:20 p.m. City Council Minutes 5 June 19, 2007 CLOSED SESSION 1 . Conference with labor negotiators. Ski Harrison. John Ruiz, and Bret Plumlee. regarding negotiations with the La Guinta City Employees Association pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 - Meet and Cohfer Process. 4:00P.M. PUBLIC COMMENT Christine Salamone, La Quinta Arts Foundation, presented the Annual Poster of the 25'h Anniversary to the City Council. Barbara Bowie introduced Beth Foley as the Interim Librarian; Mrs. Foley reviewed the Summer Programs offered at the Library. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - Confirmed ANNOUI\!CEMENTS - None PRIESENT A TIONS 1. RECOGNITION OF 25TH ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE. Community Services Director presented awards to the committee members and recognized Burrtec and Costco as sponsors of the 25th Anniversary Events. 2. PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FOR EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING FOR FISCAL YEAR JUNE 30. 2006. Mayor Adolph presented the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year June 30, 2006 to Finance Director Falconer for the CAFR. WBITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None City Council Minutes 6 June 19, 2007 APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the City Council Minutes of June 5, 2007, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT CALENDAR Council Member Kirk requested Item No. 6 be taken up separately due to a potential conflict of interest. 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED JUNE 19, 2007. 2. RECEIVE AND FILE TREASURER'S REPORT DATED APRIL 30, 2007. 3. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE & EXPENDITURES REPORT DATED APRIL 30, 2007. 4. ACCEPTANCE OF ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT MAP 29323-2, ESPLANADE, LENNAR HOMES. 'j 5. ACCEPTANCE OF ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT MAP 29323-3, ESPLANADE, LENNAR HOMES. 6. ACCEPTANCE OF ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT MAP 29457-3, RANCHO LA QUINTA, T. D. DEVELOPMENT. 7. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE ASSOCIATE ENGINEER TO ATTEND THE LOW IMPACT DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP TO BE HELD IN MARINA DEL REY, CALIFORNIA, JUNE 28-29, 2007. 8. APPROVAL OF RESTATED AND AMENDED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA QUINTA AND THE CITY MANAGER. 9. APPROVAL OF A JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF COACHELLA VALLEY. 10. APPROVAL OF SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 438, AMENDING TITLE 11, CHAPTER 11.72 ("PUBLIC NUISANCES") OF THE LA QUINT A MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD SECTION 11.72.030(DD) TO DECLARE MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND TO PROHIBIT MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES IN THE CITY. City CounCil Minutes 7 June 19, 2007 11.. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A DONATION FROM THE MOMS CLUB, AND APPROVAL OF AN APPROPRIATION FOR IN$TALLATION OF A SHADE STRUCTURE OVER THE PLAYGROUND AT LA GUINTA PARK. (RESOLUTION NO. 2007- 052) 12.. DENIAL OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FILED BY HEIRS OF CHASE STANLEY - DATE OF LOSS: NOVEMBER 21, 2006. 13" APPROVAL OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008. 14" APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR ONE YEAR WITH HILTON, FARNKOPF, AND HOBSON, LLC, FOR AB 939 SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008. 15.. APPROVAL OF AMENDED AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES WITH RUTAN & TUCKER, LLP. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended and amended with the exception of Item No. 6 and with Item No. 11 being approved by RESOLUTION NO. 2007-052. Motion carried unanimously. Item No.6 MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to accept on-site improvements associated with Tract Map 29457-3, Rancho La Quinta, T.D. Development. Motion carried by a vote of 4-1-0, Council Member Kirk abstaining due to a potential conflict of interest (employer). BUSINESS SESSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . continued . 2. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE INVESTMENT POLICY OF THE CITY OF LA GUINTA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008. I Finance Director Falconer presented the staff report. Council Members Osborne and Sniff commended staff on an outstanding job in consistently securing the investments. In response to Council Member Kirk, Finance Director Falconer explained the draft RFP for potential outside service was discussed at the last Investment City Council Minutes 8 June 19, 2007 Advisory Board meeting, and the consensus of the Board was to move forward. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-053 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA GUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE AMENDED INVESTMENT POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to adopt Resolution No. 2007-053 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. 3. CONSIDERATION OF OPTIONS FOR SELECTING A CONSULTANT TO PREPARE THE 2008 HOUSING ELMENT UPDATE. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Osborne, Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans explained the last report was completed in 2004, and all local agencies in Southern California must update the report by 2008. In response to Council Member Henderson, Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans explained the report will be completed in one year; and confirmed staff is working with correct data recently provided by SCAG. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans confirmed the selection of The Planning Center was through the competitive bid process at approximately $30,000 - $40,000, in response to Council Member Kirk. Council Member Kirk conveyed his support of the staff recommendation. Council Member Sniff concurred with Council; stated this firm has been proven to the City; and it behooves us to move expeditiously. Council Member Osborne concurred. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Sniff to authorize the City Manager to negotiate a contract with The Planning Center to prepare the 2008 Housing Element. Motion carried unanimously. City Council Minutes 9 June 19, 2007 STUDY SESSION 1. DI$CUSSION REGARDING LANDSCAPE CONCEPTS FOR THE AVENUE 54 MEDIAN ISLAND LANDSCAPE REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS (JEFFERSON STREET TO MADISON STREET), PROJECT NO. 2006-09. Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report. Bob Fawcett, Project Manager, reviewed Concept 1 - River of Grass, and displayed artificial turf samples. In Iresponse to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Fawcett explained the drainage and removal of blowing dust and sand from the artificial turf; and stated the turf is guaranteed for 10 years. Mr~ Fawcett reviewed Concept 2 - River of Desert Ground. Mr~ Fawcett explained the designs have not been finalized to confirm the design of the down slope for drainage, in response to Council Member Henderson. Council Member Kirk stated the matter is a question of design. Mr. Fawcett reviewed Concept 3 - Hybrid of Desert Ground and Turf. In response to Council Member Osborne, Public Works Director Jonasson confirmed there is stamped brick on Avenue 54, and stated the design could be continued in this area. ML Fawcett stated trees with flower color could be planted; explained Concept 3 proposes planting Acacia; and confirmed larger supporting poles will be installed with the trees, in response to Mayor Adolph. Council Member Sniff agreed with planting some color in the area. Upon consensus, the City Council agreed to pursue Concept No.3. 2. DISCUSSION OF OPTIONS FOR A CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION DEBRIS RECYCLING PROGRAM. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans pr~sented the staff report. City Council Minutes 10 June 19, 2007 In response to Council Member Kirk, Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans explained Burrtec is currently hauling approximately 30% or 3,000 total tons; and stated a provision to allow self- hauling will be proposed as an amendment to the agreement. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans confirmed contractors have an interest in separating and/or eliminating construction debris to reduce costs, in response to Council Member Henderson. Council Member Henderson stated the City may be able, with some ease, to implement Item No.2. Council Member Sniff stated he would like to see implementation on a voluntary basis; and provide information. In response to Council Member Osborne, Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans stated the BIA has been very cooperative in implementing programs; and confirmed there is a list of developers and known firms available. Mayor Adolph suggested recycling information be distributed when issuing building permits. Council Member Kirk stated he is generally supportive of keeping it voluntary; critical to have private developers participate in the program; brochure approach will be a challenge for development community; suggested making it easy for Burrtec customers and contractors to participate. REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS C.V. Conservation Commission - Council Member Sniff reported the re-election 'of Commission Members, Chair and Vice-Chair. League of California Cities - Council Member Henderson requested Council review the Priority Focus for items of interest. Palm Springs Desert Resort Communities Convention & Visitors Authority - Council Member Henderson presented the financial report; and reported a staff member attended a Traffic Signs Commission meeting which approved a pilot program to change the sign size on Highway 111. City Council Minutes 11 June 19, 2007 Riverside County Transportation Commission - Council Member Henderson reported the Board approved sending a letter to CalTrans to cease and desist improvements until safety issues have been considered. C.". Mountains Conservancy - Council Member Kirk reported on a situation of a tOLlr operation from Adventure Tours' request to cross CVMC property, the Conservancy voted to proceed to allow access onto the property. * * * * * * * * * * * * * All other reports were noted and filed. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Council Member Henderson requested City Manager Genovese address the comment regarding the display of the U.S. Flag at City Hall. City Manager Genovese stated staff has researched this matter and has determined the flag is being displayed correctly. Mayor Adolph reported the flags were up in the evening without any lighting. MAYOR ~ND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS City Manager Genovese verified Peggy Redmon is eligible to be appointed to the Historic Preservation Commission as a Non-Professional Member. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans explained four of thEt five members currently serving on the Commission qualify as Professional MElmbers" which exceeds the requirement of Professional Members. Commissioner Maria Puente's designation was changed to a Professional Member. Ms. Puente had served as a professional from 1994 to 2003 and was changed to a non- professional position vo/untarily in 2003 to provide a full Commission when a non- professional seat was open and only professionals had applied; she was rec.lppoin(ed in 2006 as a non-professional). MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to reconsider the item related to appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission (Business Item No.1). Motion carried unanimously. City Council Minutes 12 June 19, 2007 BUSINESS SESSION . . . . . . . . . . continued 1. RECONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO CITY BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS (SPECIFICALLY THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION). MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to appoint Peggy Redmon to a three-year term (non-professional) on the Historic Preservation Commission. Motion carried unanimously. Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency meeting. Council reconvened and recessed to and until 7:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENT Joan Rebich, 53-810 Avenida Cortez, inquired as to how Ron Perkins reports to the Council in light of the recent issues regarding the C.V. Mosquito Abatement District. PRESENTATIONS - None PUBLIC HEARINGS 1 . PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING SECTION 9.20.050 TO CHAPTER 9.20 ("ZONING") TO PROHIBIT MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES IN ALL ZONES. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans presented the staff report. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7: 11 p.m. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 7:11 p.m. City Council Minutes 13 June 19, 2007 MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to take up Ordinance No. 439 by title and number only and waive further reading. MOtion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 439 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA GUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 9, CHAPTER 9.20 ("ZONING DISTRICTS") OF THE LA GUINTA MUNCIPAL CODE TO ADD SECTION 9.20.050 TO PROHIBIT MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES IN ALL ZONES IN THE CITY. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to introduce Ordinance No. 439 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: A YES: Council Members Henderson, Kirk, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph None None None NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: 2. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 2Q06-578 AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2006-109, AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT 2006-086 TO ESTABLISH POLICIES AND STANDARDS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAPS ON PARCELS OF TEN ACRES OR LESS IN THE SOUTHEASTERN PORTION OF THE CITY, SOUTH OF AVENUE 52. Planning Manager Johnson presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Kirk, Planning Manager Johnson explained a few properties may be considered on a case-by-case basis, and there may be circumstances that warrant denial. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans explained the City Council approved a subdivision map at the last meeting that fits this criteria. The applicant was warned that if they don't final the map in two years, staff will give Council an opportunity to deny an extension; and he explained the process for an extension. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans further explained the policy could be put in the Code tonight where it would be clear in black and white; stated the City currently has a process in place; City Council Minutes 14 June 19, 2007 and the Council can direct staff to carefully review requests and present a recommendation to the Planning Commission, in response to Council Member Kirk. In response to Council Member Henderson, City Attorney Jenson explained the Municipal Code makes an exception to extensions by State law; and stated other automatic extensions could be denied by the Council. In response to lv1ayor Adolph, Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans, explained a tentative map can be filed for up to two years and an extension request for up to five years. Planning Manager Johnson stated staff would have to revisit the matter of 20,000 sq. ft. minimum lots if the project is above 10 acres, and amend the Code, in response to Council Member Osborne. Planning Manager Johnson further explained a 7,200 sq. ft. lot size with four units is rare due to the infrastructure and open space requirements; and explained smaller projects are able to build four units per acre because they do not provide the same amenities as with larger units. Council Member Osborne suggested establishing the minimum lot size as 10,000 sq. ft. In response to Council Member Kirk, Planning Manager Johnson confirmed a 10,000 sq. ft. lot size could be established for south La Quinta, if open space is not provided. Council Member Henderson conveyed she understands the proposed ordinance establishes a minimum lot size of 20,000 sq. ft. If it meets certain criteria, it can go to 7,200 sq. ft., and what is proposed is 10,000 sq. ft. Council Member Henderson conveyed her concern of providing workforce housing. Council Member Kirk stated the City can no longer afford to provide affordable housing on 7,200 sq. ft. lots; and suggested reviewing target areas with medium-density housing and provide both. Council Member Osborne suggested reviewing this issue during the review of the General Plan update. In response to Mayor Adolph, Planning Manager Johnson explained there is a provision in the Code to restrict air conditioning units in the side-yard setback; and that certain architectural amenities are allowed. City Council Minutes 15 June 19, 2007 The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:48 p.m. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 7:48 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-054 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA GUINTA, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT PREPARED FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2006-109 AND ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 2006-086. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Kirk to adopt Resolution No. 20,07-054 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-055 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA GUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2006-109 ADDING POLICIES AND PROGRAMS RELATING TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF SINGLE FAMILY LOT SUBDIVISIONS ON PARCELS OF 10 ACRES OR LESS IN 'THE SOUTHEASTERN PORTION OF THE CITY. It Was moved by Council Members Kirk/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2007-055 as amended to establish a 10,000 sq. ft. minimum and policy to rel/iew exte'nsions. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Sniff to take up Ordinance No. 440 by title and number only and waive further reading as amended. Motion carried unanimously. In response to Council Member Henderson, City Attorney Jenson stated language can be added that addresses the ability to deny extensions that do not adhere to the policy. ORDINANCE NO. 440 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA GUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9.30.030 AND ADDING CHAPTER 9.~0.100 OF TITLE 9, "PLANNING," PERTAINING TO DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS IN THE SOUTHEAST POLICY AREA (ZONING TEXT AIVIENDMENT 2006-085). It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Osborne to introduce Ordinance No. 4410, as amended, on first reading. City Council Minutes 16 June 19, 2007 In response to Council Member Henderson, Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans stated staff will review applications which have been approved, but don't meet this criteria and notify applicants of the policy. Motion carried by the following vote: :',,- AYES: Council Members Henderson, Kirk, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph None None None NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: 3. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND . REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO APPROVE AN AGREEMENT TO SELL REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 53-785 AVENIDA RAMIREZ BY AND BETWEEN THE LA GUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND MICHELE PACELLI. Interim Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Evans presented the staff report. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:58 p.m. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 7:58 p.m. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to approve the sale of 53-785 Avenida Ramirez to maintain an affordable housing unit in Project Area No.1 for a purchase price of $165,000, and authorize the Executive Director to execute the necessary documents to complete the property sale. Motion carried unanimously. Council recessed to Closed Session as delineated on Page 5. The City Council meeting was reconvened with no decisions being made in Closed Session which require reporting pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.1 (Brown Act). City Council Minutes 17 June 19, 2007 A[)JOUR:NMENT There being no further business, Mayor Adolph adjourned the meeting.