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2000 06 06 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 6, 2000 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 City Attorney Honeywell advised of the need to add a closed session item regarding Public Hearing Item No. 4 pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(3)(E) due to threat of litigation. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to add a closed session item due to threat of litigation regarding Public Hearing Item No. 4 pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(3)(E) as the need to add the item arose after posting of the agenda. Motion carried unanimously. CLOSED SESSION 1. Public Employment - City Attorney - pursuant to Government Code Section 54957. 2. Public Employee - City Manager - pursuant to Government Code Section 54957. 3. Conference with City's real property negotiator, Mark Weiss, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 concerning potential terms and conditions of acquisition and/or disposition of real property generally located south of Calle Tecate. Property Owner/Negotiator: City of La Quinta. 4. Conference with labor negotiators, Ski Harrison, Mark Weiss, and John Ruiz regarding negotiations with the La Quinta City Employees Association pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 - Meet and Confer Process. 5. Conference with legal counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(3)(E) - potential litigation. Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency and to Closed Session to and until the hour of 3:00 p.m. City Council Minutes 2 June 6, 2000 3:00 P.M. Mayor Pe~a led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT Terrie Miller, 56-768 Palms Drive, Project Director for The Village at the Palms, asked they be allowed to erect temporary directional signage during construction of the golf cart tunnel on Madison Street. Mayor Pe~a noted other developments and Lake Cahuilla will also be impacted by the temporary street closure. After a brief discussion, Council concurred to direct staff to research the possibility of allowing temporary signage during the temporary street closure for construction of the golf cart tunnel. Ms. Miller also asked about the status of the southeast annexation and who will be responsible for the annexation fees. Mayor Pe~a stated Council will be considering the annexation survey under Business Session Item No. 4 and that the City is taking a very methodical approach to the annexation and sphere of influence process. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - Confirmed APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the City Council Minutes of May 16, 2000, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS - None PRESENTATIONS - None WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE - None City Council Minutes 3 June 6, 2000 CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED JUNE 6, 2000. 2. DENIAL OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FILED BY MIGUEL LORENZO, DATE OF LOSS FEBRUARY 24, 2000. 3. ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT NO. 99-07, FISCAL YEAR 1999/2000, CITYWIDE MEDIAN LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS (CALLE TAMPICO, AVENIDA SINALOA, AND AVENUE 52. 4. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR PARCEL MAP 29613, RJT HOMES. (RESOLUTION NO. 2000-50) 5. ACCEPTANCE OF FOUR (4) GRANT OF EASEMENT DEEDS CONVEYING RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR STATE HIGHWAY 111, ADAMS STREET, DUNE PALMS ROAD, AND MISCELLANEOUS ONSITE STREETS (UNNAMED) TO THE CITY OF LA QUINTA IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE LA QUINTA CORPORATE CENTER DEVELOPMENT. 6. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR TRACT 28838-2, REILLY HOMES. (RESOLUTION NO. 2000-51) 7. APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATION OF ART IN PUBLIC PLACES FUNDS FOR THE CIVIC CENTER ART PIECE BASE. 8. APPROVAL OF THE 1999 ANNUAL CULTURAL RESOURCES REPORT FOR THE CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROGRAM. 9. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN AN INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT TO ACCOMMODATE A GOLF CART TUNNEL BENEATH THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY THAT WOULD EXTEND FROM THE SOUTHWEST CORNER TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JEFFERSON STREET AND AVENUE 52, UPON THE CITY ATTORNEY'S APPROVAL AS TO FORM AND PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF TUNNEL CONSTRUCTION. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended and with Item Nos. 4 and 6 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 2000-50 and 2000-51 respectively. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-87. City Council Minutes 4 June 6, 2000 BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONTINUED CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE PROPOSED NATIONAL MONUMENT DESIGNATION. Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report. In response to Mayor Pefia, Council Member Henderson advised the Desert Regional Airport Authority did not discuss the overflight issue because their meeting was canceled. However, she stated she's comfortable that the overflights referenced in the legislation are tourism-type flights and did not see it as a problem. She did not have a problem moving forward with a resolution in support of the National Monument designation. Council Member Sniff agreed with moving forward with the resolution. Council Member Adolph agreed but continued to have concerns with the verbiage "Congress does not intend." Council Member Perkins and Mayor Pefia concurred with moving forward. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-52 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING DESIGNATION OF THE SANTA ROSA AND SAN JACINTO MOUNTAINS AS A NATIONAL MONUMENT. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2000-52 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Council concurred to take public comment at this time. PUBLIC COMMENT Teresa Pifia, 45-755 Sutter Creek, Indio, of Indio Charter School, invited the Council to the Indio Charter School Open House on June 8 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. BUSINESS SESSION ........ continued 2. CONSIDERATION OF A COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT REQUEST FROM THE LA QUINTA HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION. Mayor Pe~a abstained due to a conflict of interest and left the dais. City Council Minutes 5 June 6, 2000 Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff report. Council Member Henderson supported Council's commitment to match funds on this request but recommended appointing a committee to meet with the School District and compare notes on future funding needs. She understood funding has been increased for the schools and that substantial effort is being placed on the art, music, and cultural departments. She stated she was willing to serve on the committee. Council concurred to support the request for funding and to direct staff to agendize Council Member Henderson's suggestion to appoint a committee to meet with the School District. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Perkins to approve additional Community Services Grant funds in the amount of $5,000 from the Special Projects Contingency Account. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-88. 3. CONSIDERATION OF A COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANT REQUEST FROM THE SHERIFFS EXPLORER POST. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff report, noting $3,800 under Alternatives should be corrected to read $3,880. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve additional Community Services Grant funds for Explorer Post No. 503 in the amount of 93,880 from the Special Projects Contingency Account. Council Member Perkins stated he wished to see the amount increased to $6,000 due to the group's good faith effort to raise the full amount. In response to Council Member Sniff, Ms. Horvitz advised 912,000 has been set aside in the Special Projects Contingency Fund for the Explorers. Motion was amended to read: MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve additional Community Services Grant funds for Explorer Post No. 503 in the amount of 96,000 from the Special Projects Contingency Account. Council Member Adolph agreed to support the increased amount but questioned what the City would do if the Explorers had raised only 950. City Council Minutes 6 June 6, 2000 Council Member Henderson stated she would support the motion but would be watching commitments to matching funds in the future. Council Member Perkins supported staying with the matching funds commitment next year for groups that receive the full amount this year.' Mayor Pe~a stated he felt the Council should stay with its original commitment. In response to Mayor Pe~a, Deputy Butvidas stated they average between 21 and 26 members with some leaving to join the military and/or college. He added they expect to increase their membership in the fall. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-89. 4. CONSIDERATION OF THE SOUTHEAST ANNEXATION SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE AND FACT SHEET. Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report. Gayle Cady, 82-831 Avenue 54, Thermal, thanked the City for including her property in the proposed annexation area and stated the residents in that area wish to include equestrian and agriculture in the sphere of influence. She asked what they could do to help with the annexation. Mayor Pe~a encouraged her to encourage her neighbors to send letters of support or opposition to the City and to return the surveys which should be mailed within 30 days. Curt Ealy, 777 Tahquitz, Palm Springs, of Kohl Ranch, asked Council to consider including the entire Kohl Ranch in the annexation area. Council Member Adolph noted portions of the annexation area include the enterprise zone and empowerment zone and wished to know how that will affect the City. Council Member Henderson suggested wording changes on Page 7 under Public Utilities and questioned the first paragraph on Page 8, to which Mr. Herman responded that it should be a separate heading reading "Redevelopment Project Area No. 4." She also suggested the residential rate for trash collection on Page 7 be changed to a monthly amount and that residents be asked to return the survey even if the deadline for returning them has passed. City Council Minutes 7 June 6, 2000 Council Member Perkins was concerned residents might use that as an excuse not to return the surveys by the deadline. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Herman stated the surveys should be mailed out the first part of July. After a brief discussion, Council concurred to set a deadline of September 15, 2000, for returning the surveys. Council Member Henderson supported including all of Kohl Ranch in the annexation and asked if the new map would be included in the mailing, to which Mr. Herman responded yes. Council Member Sniff agreed with including all of Kohl Ranch. Council Member Perkins questioned the wording in Question #3. A brief discussion ensued regarding the cover letter. Council concurred to direct staff to rewrite the cover letter requesting input instead of opinions and with a friendly urgency to respond. The letter should clearly state that the survey is non-binding and provide definitions for annexation and sphere of influence. It should also include a direct phone number for staff contact and an email address for responses, as well as phone numbers for the utility companies. Council further directed staff to provide Council with copies of the cover letter once it's revised. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Southeast Annexation Area Survey Questionnaire/Fact Sheet and cover letter as discussed by Council and approve an appropriation of up to 931,000 from the General Reserve Fund to expand the General Plan study area and including the golf cart plan. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-90. Council Member Henderson asked about Kohl Ranch's request and Council concurred to include all of Kohl Ranch in the annexation area. City Council Minutes 8 June 6, 2000 5. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE CIT¥'S INTENT TO ORDER THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND TO FORM ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2000-02 (UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING), A RESOI.UTION PREI..IMINARII.Y ADOPTING AND APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND APPOINTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING PROTESTS TO IMPROVEMENTS IN PROPOSED ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2000-02 (UTII.ITY UNDERGROUNDING), AND APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO BID THE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING. Public Works Director Vogt presented the staff report. He stated the engineer's estimate for the utility undergrounding has been updated to $1.8 million and that a revised resolution reflecting the necessary right-of-way acquisitions has been distributed. Council Member Henderson stated she has received phone calls from Westward Ho area residents reaffirming their support for the assessment district. She noted some of the residents are having sewer problems and felt it might be beneficial to hold a special meeting to tabulate the ballots. Mr. Vogt noted the additional time may be needed to handle any problems that arise. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to receive and file the petition signed by more than five owners of assessable land which own land constituting more than one half of the area of all assessable lands within the proposed Assessment District. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-91. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to receive and file a Certificate of Sufficiency executed by the City Clerk indicating that the petition was signed by requisite numbers of qualified signers. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-92. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-53 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER THE CONSTRUCTION .~.:~,~ .... .. OF~CJSRTAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND TO FORM ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2000-02 (PHASE VI UNDERGROUND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS). It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2000-53 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. City Council Minutes 9 June 6, 2000 RESOLUTION NO. 2000-54 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, PRELIMINARILY ADOPTING, CONFIRMING, AND APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND APPOINTING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING PROTESTS TO IMPROVEMENTS IN PROPOSED ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2000-02 (PHASE VI UNDERGROUND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS). It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to adopt Resolution No. 2000-54 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the plans and specifications and authorize staff to bid the Utility Undergrounding project (Assessment District No. 2000-02). Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-93. 6. CONSIDERATION OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 TO E. L. YEAGER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR RUBBERIZED ASPHALT OVERLAY ASSOCIATED WITH THE WASHINGTON STREET BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 98-09. Public Works Director presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Perkins, Mr. Vogt confirmed the rubberized asphalt will correct the dolphining effect on the bridge. Council Member Henderson suggested the possibility of CVWD overlaying their construction area with rubberized asphalt in coordination with the bridge overlay. Council Member Adolph questioned the cost being worth the benefit of putting rubberized asphalt on the bridge. Mr. Vogt stated it will provide a smoother ride and sound attenuation. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to approve Contract Change Order No. 4 to provide and install rubberized asphalt on the Washington Street Bridge, north and southbound lanes, from Station 37 + 25 to Station 41 + 50, to E. L. Yeager Construction for Project 98-09, Washington Street Bridge Widening, in an amount not to exceed 853,610 and add 40 calendar days to the contract. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-94. City Council Minutes 10 June 6, 2000 7.CONSIDERATION OF FORMATION OF A MUSEUM EXPANSION COMMITTEE. Management Analyst Wilson presented the staff report. Council concurred to continue this item and take it up after Study Session Item No. 1. 8. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A VISA/MASTER CARD CONTRACT WITH ' THE LA QUINTA COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT. Finance Director Falconer presented the staff report. Council Member Sniff questioned the necessity of the service given the costs involved and he felt it might be a problem if the service is provided in only one department. Council Member Perkins stated he was not in favor of the program. Council Member Henderson agreed if the service is provided that it should be provided across the board but was not convinced it's needed. Council Member Adolph advised the issue arose because people wanted to register for programs offered at the Senior Center over the phone. He understood there's also been requests to have the service available at the Finance Department. Robert Tyler, 44-215 Viiieta Drive, noted the class he teaches at the Senior Center has to be paid by check. Mayor Pe~a suggested doing a survey to find out how many people would use the service. Mr. Falconer stated he is hesitant to allow the use for everything because of the large amounts involved with such things as TOT and development impact fees. Therefore, staff is recommending the program be limited to a contract with the Community Services Department. Council Member Henderson suggested seniors be allowed to sign up for programs over the phone and mail their check. No action was taken. City Council Minutes 11 June 6, 2000 9. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ISSUING LIMITED OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT ASSESSMENT BONDS FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2000-01 (PHASE VI IMPROVEMENTS) AND CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE; A RESOLUTION DETERMINING UNPAID ASSESSMENTS; A RESOLUTION COVENANTING DILIGENT PROSECUTION OF FORECLOSURE; A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF LIMITED OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND AN APPROVAL OF A PAYING AGENT AGREEMENT. Finance Director Falconer presented the staff report. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-55 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ISSUING LIMITED OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS UNDER THE IMPROVEMENT BOND ACT OF 1915 FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2000-01 (PHASE VI IMPROVEMENTS). It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2000-55 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-56 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING UNPAID ASSESSMENTS IN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2000-01 (PHASE VI IMPROVEMENTS) AND THE MANNER OF PAYMENT THEREOF AND LISTING BONDS ISSUED ON THE SECURITY THEREOF. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2000-56 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-57 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, COVENANTING DILIGENT PROSECUTION OF FORECLOSURE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2000~01 (PHASE VI IMPROVEMENTS). It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2000-57 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. City Council Minutes 12 June 6, 2000 RESOLUTION NO. 2000-58 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING THE SALE OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2000-01 (PHASE VI IMPROVEMENTS) LIMITED OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS. It was moved by Council Members Adolph/Sniff to adopt Resolution No. 2000- 58 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Paying Agent Agreement between the City of La Quinta and the U. S. Bank Trust National Association for Assessment District 2000-01 (Phase VI Improvements), and approve the Bond Purchase Agreement. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-96. 10. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY DENYING, WITHOUT PREJUDICE, THE TRANSFER OF CONTROL OF A CABLE TELEVISION FRANCHISE GRANTED TO COLONY COMMUNICATIONS, INC., D.B.A. CONTINENTAL CABLEVISION. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on file in the City Clerk's Office. Council concurred to continue this item to July 18, 2000. 11. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES, ADDING A MOTORCYCLE OFFICER AND A DEDICATED SERGEANT TO EXISTING SERVICE LEVELS. Building & Safety Director Hartung gave a brief staff report and introduced Captain Singerton, of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. Captain Singerton advised the motorcycle officer position will be a dedicated position targeted toward traffic enforcement and support for patrol deputies. The sergeant position will provide concentrated supervision and coordination of programs with 75% of the work day spent on patrol duties. In response to Council Member Adolph, Captain Singerton advised the dedicated sergeant position will be focused totally in La Quinta. In response to Council Member Sniff, Captain Singerton stated the new positions will work flexible 1 O-hour shifts. City Council Minutes 13 June 6, 2000 Council Member Perkins spoke in support of adding the new positions. Council concurred. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Perkins/Sniff to approve an Amendment to the Agreement for Law Enforcement Services between the County of Riverside and the City of La Quinta, adding a motorcycle officer and a dedicated sergeant to existing service levels. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-97. 12. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 343 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2.75, SECTION 2.75,030 (MEMBERS) AND CHAPTER 2.95, SECTION 2.95,030 (MEMBERS) OF THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION AND THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Ordinance No. 343 on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pe~a NOES: Council Member Adolph ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None STUDY SESSION Council concurred to take up Study Session Item No. 2 at this time. 2. DISCUSSION OF RENEWAL OF THE CITY'S FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND RECYCLING WITH WASTE MANAGEMENT OF THE DESERT. Assistant City Manager Weiss presented the staff report In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Weiss confirmed construction sites are required, under the provisions of the City's Franchise Agreement, to use Waste Management for collection of their construction materials. Construction recyclables are to be picked up at no cost. City Council Minutes 14 June 6, 2000 Council Member Henderson wished to see the requirements for an ABOP Program tightened up. Frank Orlett, 41-575 Eclectic Street, Palm Desert, Division Manager for Waste Management of the Desert, advised the City is allowed two ABOP collections each year at no cost through the County. Council Member Henderson wished to see the City utilize that service. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Orlett stated their goal is to have a Household Hazardous Waste drop-off site at their facility. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Orlett stated currently 50% of their trucks are low-emission vehicles and they will reach 100% in 2003. He further stated they are in the process of getting a permit for a transfer station in Cathedral City. They are willing to transport the City's waste to that facility at no additional transportation cost if so directed by the City. Council Member Sniff felt there's a need to have a more defined and determined plan to provide a transfer station before Edom Hill closes and asked if they are considering a more centrally-located transfer station. Mr. Orlett advised the transfer station in Cathedral City will be operational before Edom Hill Landfill closes and added there's a lot of opposition to building a transfer station in the central part of the Valley. In response to Mayor Pefia, Mr. Orlett advised they have six acres in Coachella that would be good for a transfer station. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Orlett advised curbside recycling will be changed to an automated container for all recyclables. Council Member Sniff supported a seven-year contract. Mayor Pefia stated he was pleased with the addition of the "bulky item" program and also supported a seven-year contract. Council Member Henderson stated she's pleased with Waste Management's service but feels a five-year contract j.s long enough, otherwise the City would be locked into a contract should other options become available. Mr. Orlett stated as technology changes they are willing to make those changes as long as rates are not affected. Council Member Sniff noted the contract could always be amended if needed. City Council Minutes 15 June 6, 2000 1. DISCUSSION OF MUSEUM EXPANSION. Management Analyst Wilson presented the staff report. Council Member Sniff made the following suggestions: vacate Avenida Mendoza near the museum and acquire the land to the west; build a Spanish style (partially two-story) building between 4,000-5,000 sq. ft. with a walled-in patio area for outdoor events; use the current facility primarily as an entrance to the patio; include a fountain, alcove, lighting, sound system, balconies, and wrought iron, secure an area for the curation of artifacts; include stained glass, a theater area inside the building, restrooms, parking in front and to the east, patio behind the existing building, and a modest but adequate office space. Council Member Adolph stated he felt the key element is how much property to acquire and was not sure how the residents would feel about closing off the street. He was adamant about preserving the existing building and felt the design criteria for any additional building should compliment the existing building. Council Member Perkins agreed the existing building should be preserved and supported expanding to the west and keeping the alley open. Council Member Henderson agreed with not disturbing the integrity of the existing building and noted a decision needs to be made regarding the street and alley since major street improvements will be taking place in the near future. In response to Council Member Henderson, Public Works Director Vogt confirmed alley improvements are included in the Assessment District. Council Member Henderson agreed with keeping the alley and supported beginning the process to vacate Avenida Mendoza. She also supported Council Member Sniff's recommendations. Mayor Pe~a was in favor of giving staff direction to vacate Avenida Mendoza and noted the residents need to be notified. Council Member Henderson suggested installing a sidewalk for pedestrian access to the park. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Vogt advised staff will look into the need for a cul-de-sac treatment at the point where Avenida Mendoza is vacated. City Council Minutes 16 June 6, 2000 BUSINESS SESSION ......... continued 7. CONSIDERATION OF FORMATION OF A MUSEUM EXPANSION COMMITTEE. Council Member Sniff suggested the ad-hoc committee consist of two Council Members, three Historical Society members, and two City staff members designated by the City Manager. He felt the committee should deal with the issues discussed in today's Study Session and that a permanent committee should be formed in 6 to 10 months with a rotating membership. Council Member Henderson agreed and supported Council Member Sniff being on the ad-hoc committee. Council Member Adolph offered to serve on the committee and provide his architectural expertise. Mayor Pe~a supported Council Members Sniff and Adolph serving on the ad-hoc committee with a rotating membership on the permanent committee. Mr. Weiss advised the Community Development Director has recommended a member of the Historical Preservation Commission be on the ad-hoc committee. Council concurred. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Perkins/Henderson to approve the formation of a Museum Expansion Ad-hoc Committee to serve an undefined term, consisting of two Council Members (Council Members Adolph and Sniff), two Historical Society members, one Historical Preservation Commissioner, and two City staff support members to be designated by the City Manager. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-98. Council Member Sniff suggested the committee meet as soon as possible. Council recessed to and until 7:00 p.m. 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENT - None PRESENTATIONS City Council Minutes 17 June 6, 2000 The following students of La Quinta High School and Amistad Continuation School received art awards for their artwork on display at City Hall: Sara Aslan James Garkow Christine Park Miranda Golden-Belisle Patrick Gonzalez Jessica Pitt Kevin Brom Thomas Johnson Daniel Porras Alex Canevaro Molly Lewis Kate Preston Camille Castenon Simon Loredo Evelina Rodriguez Aaron Dally Kris Marchu Matthew Scholten Marsha Duffy Gerardo Melgoza Celina Valdez Aaron Elkins Marina Menendez Ilinca Vladescu Darea Ford Brandon Metz Marissa Zarate PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIFIC PLAN 97-029, AMENDMENT NO. 2 AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, AMENDMENT NO. 2 - A REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO MODIFY THE SIGN REGULATIONS, ALLOW CAR DISPLAY RACKS, AND OTHER MAJOR CHANGES AND APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT IN REGARD TO DEFINITIONS. APPLICANT: STAMKO DEVELOPMENT COMPANY. Community Development Director Herman announced the applicant has requested the public hearing be continued. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to continue the public hearing on Specific Plan 97-029, Amendment No. 2, and Development Agreement, Amendment No. 2, for Stamko Development Co. to June 20, 2000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-99. 2. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2000-667 - AN APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPING PLANS TO CONSTRUCT A ONE-STORY 6,600 SQ. FT. COMMERCIAL PAD BUILDING EAST OF DOWNEY SAVINGS AND CONCEPTUAL APPROVAL OF AN ADDITION TO VON'S SUPERMARKET LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HIGHWAY 111 AND WASHINGTON STREET WITHIN PLAZA LA QUINTA. APPLICANT: M & H REALTY PARTNERS. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:12 p.m. City Council Minutes 18 June 6, 2000 Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report. Dave Geiser, representing M & H Partners, stated they have withdrawn their request for an addition to the Von's Supermarket and are requesting approval only on the one-story commercial pad building. He noted by deleting the additional space in the Von's Supermarket they now have 82 parking spaces in excess of the minimum requirements for the shopping center. He commented on the employee parking area program and advised language in the leases allow enforcement of the parking program. He added the establishments open late at night will have designated employee parking spaces in a lighted area in front of Vons along Highway 111. In response to Council Member Perkins, Mr. Geiser stated there's insufficient space to make the alley one way and advised the alley lighting is similar to that used in theater parking lots. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Geiser stated they do not expect the lighting to be a detriment to the adjacent property. They also hope to utilize the alley parking for tenants having more direct access to the alley and allow Vons' employees to park in the employee parking area in front. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Geiser confirmed they do not have a signed lease by a restaurant tenant for the commercial building. They have explored the possibility of installing pavers behind the building for delivery access in order to address the concerns about blocking traffic in front of the building. The other option would be to have early-hour deliveries in front of the building. Tom Mulcahey, 79-350 Desert Rock Court, questioned putting another building in the shopping center because of traffic. There being no other requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 7:26 p.m. Council Member Perkins stated he was concerned about traffic in the shopping center but advised some of his concerns have been alleviated by the developer's changes. Council Member Henderson was disappointed the employee parking program was not enforced earlier. However, since the project is conditioned to have the program in place before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued, she supported moving forward with the project. City Council Minutes 19 June 6, 2000 Council Member Sniff stated his uncertainty about the project has increased due to the uncertainty of the tenant mix but he would support moving forward with the project. Council Member Adolph stated he also has concerns about additional traffic in the shopping center but would support the request. In response to Council Member Perkins, Mr. Geiser confirmed the project will include resurfacing of the parking lot. Mayor Pe~a noted the City is trying to solve some of the in-fill product going into the shopping center which was approved prior to the City being incorporated. He was somewhat supportive of the project but shared Council's concern about the traffic. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-59 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A COMMERCIAL PAD BUILDING WITHIN PLAZA LA QUINTA, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS (SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2000-67 ~ & H REALTY PARTNERS .) It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to adopt Resolution No. 2000-59 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. 3. PUBLIC HEARING TO CERTIFY A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 99-391 AND APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2000-066 AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 29563 - A REQUEST TO AMEND THE CITY'S CIRCULATION ELEMENT TO REDUCE THE SIZE OF PRIVATE STREET CUL-DE-SACS FROM 45 FEET TO 38 FEET AND APPROVAL OF A 30 SINGLE FAMILY SUBDIVISION WITH PRIVATE STREETS LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WESTWARD HO DRIVE, 150 FEET WEST OF DUNE PALMS ROAD. CENTURY CROWELL COMMUNITIES. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:39 p.m. Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Herman confirmed the cul-de-sacs will meet the requirements of the Fire Department and advised the homeowner's City Council Minutes 20 June' 6, 2000 association will be responsible for enforcing the parking restrictions since it is a gated community. Parking on one side of the street will be allowed on 33-foot-wide streets and prohibited on 29-foot-wide streets. Council Member Perkins was concerned about there not being sufficient space for fire trucks to turn around in the cul-de-sacs and stated he could not support the project without assurance from the developer that the cul-de-sacs will be kept clear of parked vehicles. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Herman confirmed the Fire Department has reviewed the project and has indicated they have no problem with it. Marty Butler, 44-180 Ocotillo Drive, representing Century Crowell Communities, stated the homeowners association rules and regulations will include a "no parking" restriction in cul-de-sacs and that she did not have a problem including a "tow-away" stipulation for enforcement. In response to Council Member Adolph, Ms. Butler advised the perimeter wall will be an offset wall with open wrought iron and pilasters at the southeasterly corner. Tom Mulcahey, 79-350 Desert Rock Court, questioned the reduction in the street size and noted it would preclude the developer from putting in an exit for the Aliso development which leaves the gated community with only one exit. Mr. Herman advised the requested General Plan Amendment will change the street width standard from 45 feet to 38 feet and noted the Fire Department has indicated acceptance of the reduced width. There being no further requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 7:55 p.m. Council Member Perkins reiterated his concern that parked vehicles would restrict fire trucks from turning around in cul-de-sacs and stated he could not support the project. Council Member Adolph suggested a perpendicular parking area be provided for guest parking in areas where street parking is prohibited. Council Member Henderson noted more of the community is desiring narrower streets and that narrower streets tend to decrease traffic speeds. She asked if the gated community would be required to post "no parking" signs. City Council Minutes 21 June 6, 2000 Mr. Herman stated the project could be conditioned to provide such a requirement in the CC&Rs. Mayor Pe~a noted the streets are fairly short and he did not see it being a major problem if fire trucks had to back out. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-60 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2000-066 TO REDUCE THE RADIUS FROM 45' TO 38' FOR PRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC STREETS PER TABLE 2-CIR OF THE CIRCULATION ELEMENT AND FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 29563 TO ALLOW A 30-LOT SINGLE FAMILY SUBDIVISION LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WESTWARD HO DRIVE 150 FEET WEST OF DUNE PALMS ROAD (CENTURY CROWELL COMMUNITIES). It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to adopt Resolution No. 2000-60 as submitted. Motion carried with Council Member Perkins voting NO. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-61 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REDUCTION TO THE SIZE OF CUL-DE-SAC BULBS FOR PRIVATE STREETS FROM 45' TO 38' PER TABLE 2-CIR OF THE CIRCULATION ELEMENT (GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2000-066 - CENTURY CROWELL COMMUNITIES). It was moved by Council Members Adolph/Sniff to adopt Resolution No. 2000-61 as submitted. Motion carried with Council Member Perkins voting NO. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-62 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A 30-LOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION AND OTHER MISCELLANEOUS COMMON LOTS FOR STREETS, DRAINAGE, AND LANDSCAPING ON 7.65 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WESTWARD HO DRIVE 150 FEET WEST OF DUNE PALMS ROAD (TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 29563 - CENTURY CROWELL COMMUNITIES). It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2000-62 as amended (adding Condition No. 85 to prohibit parking in cul-de- sacs). Motion carried with Council Member Perkins voting NO. City Council Minutes 22 June 6, 2000 4. PUBLIC HEARING TO CERTIFY A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, APPROVAL OF A SPECIFIC PLAN AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ALLOWING FESTIVAL GROUNDS, PARKING LOTS, ADMINISTRATIVE AND CLASSROOM BUILDING, AND ANCILLARY FACILITIES ON 28.33 + ACRES LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF WASHINGTON STREET BETWEEN AVENUE 47 AND AVENUE 48. APPLICANT: LA QUINTA ARTS FOUNDATION. Mayor Pe~a and Council Member Adolph abstained due to potential conflicts of interest and left the dais. The Mayor Pro Tem declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:04 p.m. Planning Manager di Iorio presented the staff report. Charles Terry, Noise Consultant with Douglas Eilar & Associates, stated the four potential sources of negative sound impact from this project are amplified music, public address system, on-site traffic and additional traffic on the major roadway, and human interaction in the display area. The average noise level for music generated in the theater area at the last Arts Festival event was 80-83 decibels at a distance of 50 feet and dropped to 60.4 decibels at 225 feet. The public address system was generally the same. He also reviewed estimated noise levels for onsite traffic and stated it will essentially be inaudible above the street traffic noise and will be shielded by berming. He advised the artist parking area will also be shielded by a berm and should be below 60 decibels. He felt the overall noise impact on the residents should be significantly reduced except during festival events. Susan Francis, 77-515 Alcott, Palm Desert, Executive Director of La Quinta Arts Foundation, .stated this project is the result of two years of study and research and 18 years of developing programs and expanding services to the community. She stated they have provided many forums for people to provide input, including 11 meetings with Laguna de la Paz residents, and have changed the original site plan to address some concerns. They plan a passive park-like setting with refined events and an environment conducive to creativity and high- quality productivity. Frank Delaney, 3801 University Avenue, Riverside, attorney for the applicant, advised they are basically in agreement with the staff report and conditions of approval. In addressing issues raised by opponents of the project at the Planning Commission hearing, he noted the project is conditioned to provide a fully executed agreement between the Arts Foundation and the church that will provide for the Arts Foundation to have access to the church parking area at City Council Minutes 23 June 6, 2000 points in time that do not interfere with church uses. As for potential water contamination of Laguna de la Paz lakes by oil dripping from parked cars, he noted the consultant has stated it's unlikely enough oil will exist to cause the oil to migrate from the project site to the lakes approximately V4 mile away. In addition, he noted the man-made lakes have an impervious liner. In regard to the commercial nature of the Arts Foundation's activities, he advised it's a tax- exempt entity whose purpose is to cultivate and promote the arts throughout the Valley. He noted the selling of art or tickets to art events promote the arts through such things as scholarships. He added they estimate a daily average of 120-255 people on the site, including staff members and visitors with approximately half of the visitors being school children arriving by bus. Therefore, traffic noise and vehicle emissions will be minimal. He advised the traffic study concludes in a worse-case scenario during major events that traffic will remain at its current acceptable level. Edward Alderson, 5300 Waverly, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project and urged Council to approve it. Suzanne Clark, 51-220 Avenida Carranza, supported the project and commented on the benefits of the Arts Foundation education program to students. Christine Curry, 48-131 Vista Cielo, commended the Arts Foundation for meeting with the Laguna de ha Paz residents and working out a parking agreement with the church. She urged Council to approve the project. Steve Perrin, 415 S. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, noted the La Quinta Arts Festival is the third most prestigious art show in the Nation and asked Council to approve the project. Kathryn Hull, 77-260 Calle Chillon, stated the Cultural Arts Commission determined two years ago that a facility of this type is needed and noted it will serve the entire Coachella ValLey. She felt the location is ideal because it's on a residential street and across from commercially-zoned property. Donna Reed Martin, 49-320 Avenida Fernando, stated the Concerts Association supports the project as an expansion of the performing arts as well as visual arts. She stated she lives in close proximity to the La Quinta Hotel but rarely hears any of the entertainment from their events. Barbara Barba, 48-806 Andorra Street, Indio, spoke in support of the project, noting the Arts Foundation provides art education for 5,000 students each year and has outgrown its existing facility. City Council Minutes 24 June 6, 2000 Jerry Barba, 48-806 Andorra Street, Indio, urged approval of the project. Bob Wright, 53-795 Eisenhower Drive, noted art education has virtually been eliminated in the schools and that the Arts Foundation is helping to fill that void. He asked Council to approve the project. Fred Wolff, 77-227 Calle Ensenada, spoke in support of the project and commented on the City's relationship with the Arts Foundation. He noted the Arts Foundation started as a community effort and has contributed much to the City since its incorporation. Kay Wolff, 77-227 Calle Ensenada, President of the La Quinta Arts Foundation, urged Council to approve the project which she felt is a benefit to art, artists, school children, adults, and the City. Robert Ready, 48-241 Calle Floristas, spoke in opposition to the project and stated he felt the City has given preferential grants and contracts to the Arts Foundation over the years. He pointed out the proposed site is zoned low-density residential and is adjacent to an existing residential development. He stated if Council approves this project that opponents of the project will exercise their legal rights to seek a reversal of that decision. Helen Ready, 48-241 Calle Floristas, agreed the Arts Foundation's goals are praise worthy but noted Council must determine if the proposed project meets the requirements set forth in the City's regulations. Should Council approve the project, she asked that a stay order be issued directing the applicant to refrain from grading or construction activity on the site until the legal issues have been resolved. She felt such an order must be entered to protect both the applicant and the opponents and believed failure to do so may subject the City to legal liability. Judy Munson, 48-113 Via Hermosa, stated she was not opposed to the Arts Foundation but felt it would be better located near the Civic Center. She stated she has requested the Arts Foundation's budget but has not been able to obtain one and voiced concern that the Arts Foundation will rent the property to other groups in order' to have sufficient revenue to keep the facility open. Her objections to the project include noise, lighting, and traffic. She asked Council not to approve this location for the project. Larry Newberry, 48-103 Vista Cielo, spoke in opposition to the project, voicing concern about losing the serenity, security, and beauty that Laguna de la Paz residents now have. City Council Minutes 25 June 6, 2000 April Newberry, 48-103 Vista Cielo, stated she was opposed to the project due to traffic noise and air pollution, loss of security and property values, late night activities, and porta-potties within 300 feet of their complex. Antoinette Ferguson, 48-239 Calle Floristas, stated she was concerned the proposed project would affect her privacy, security, and property value, noting the berm will allow people to see into their development. She felt the Arts Foundation is a commercial venture and that a zone change should be required. She also felt the Planning Commission decision was based on emotions and not facts and urged Council to base their decision on facts, Joseph Ferguson, 48-239 Calle Floristas, felt the Arts Foundation is a non-profit commercial venture and that their need for additional revenues will escalate with the new location. He felt they should be located on commercially-zoned land and that the benefit they bring to the City and Valley should not be at the expense of reduced property values of an already-established residential neighborhood. He did not feel commercially-zoned property on the east side of Washington Street is justification to permit the proposed project. Council Member Sniff suggested a continuance to June 20, 2000, to give staff time to review material received by the City just prior to the meeting. Tom Bussjaeger, 48-555 Via Amistad, questioned the validity of the petition submitted by the opponents, noting it was circulated several months ago and prior to revisions to the project. He felt the proposed project would decrease blowing sand and urged Council to approve the project. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Perkins/Henderson to continue the public hearing on Specific Plan 2000-42 and Conditional Use Permit 2000-48 for La Quinta Arts Foundation to June 20, 2000. Motion carried with Council Member Adolph and Mayor Pe~a ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-100. 5. PUBLIC MEETING ON LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 89-1, FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC MEETING OPEN. Public Works Director Vogt presented the staff report. City Council Minutes 26 June 6, 2000 Council Member Henderson asked if there has been a projection as to when the increased units might bring the City even with the cost of the Landscape & Lighting Assessment District. City Manager Genovese advised that will be included in an analysis previously requested by Council. There being no other requests to speak, the Mayor closed the PUBLIC MEETING. No action was taken. JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS WITH THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 6. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING BETWEEN THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, AND CATELLUS RESIDENTIAL GROUP TO CONSIDER TERMINATION OF TWO AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND CATELLUS RESIDENTIAL GROUP. Community Development Director Herman reported staff is requesting a continuance to June 20, 2000. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to continue the public hearing to consider termination of two Affordable Housing Agreements with Catellus Residential Group to June 20, 2000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-101. 7. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING BETWEEN THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, AND RECREACTION GROUP OF COMPANIES AND LINC HOUSING TO CONSIDER TWO AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND RECREACTION GROUP OF COMPANIES AND LINC HOUSING. Community Development Director Herman advised staff is requesting a continuance to June 20, 2000. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to continue the public hearing to consider two Affordable Housing Agreements with Recreaction Group of Companies and LINC Housing to June 20, 2000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-102. City Council Minutes 27 June 6, 2000 REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS CVAG Committees-- Mayor Pe~a noted CVAG's General Assembly meeting will be held June 26 at the Tennis Stadium. SunLine Transit Agency -- Mayor Pe~a reported SunLine has agreed to consider moving the bus stop near the Beer Hunter to the new development across Highway 111. League of California Cities-- Council Member Henderson noted the Mayor and Council Members' Conference will be held in July and asked that the matter be agendized for the June 15 Special City Council Meeting agenda to determine who will attend. Palm Springs Desert Resorts Convention & Visitor's Authority -- Council Member Henderson announced she has been appointed as Chairperson of the Authority. ~ ~ -t(- * * ~ -~ ~ ~ ~ -)(- All other reports were noted and filed. DEPARTMENT REPORTS 1-B. POTENTIAL IMPACT OF TORRES-MARTINEZ DESERT CAHUILLA INDIANS PENDING LEGISLATION. Council Member Henderson suggested directing staff to talk with the Torres- Martinez Tribal representatives to explore the possibility of locating a casino on Tribal land within La Quinta. She felt this would be a better approach than totally rejecting the idea. Mayor Pe~a noted there are a lot of issues involved once property becomes Reservation land. City Manager Genovese suggested an analysis be prepared by legal counsel on how the veto process might infringe upon the City's abilities as it relates to Federal court. Council concurred. After a brief discussion, Council concurred to direct staff to meet with the Torres-Martinez Tribal representatives to discuss the potential uses of property that the Tribe might choose to purchase within the City's boundaries. City Council Minutes 28 June 6, 2000 3-B. STATUS REPORT ON APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES. Council concurred to schedule a Special City Council Meeting on June 15, 2000, with Closed Session at 10 A.M. and Commission/Board/Committee interviews at 11:00 a.m. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS 1. DISCUSSION OF MEDIAN LANDSCAPING ON EISENHOWER DRIVE FROM WASHINGTON STREET TO COACHELLA DRIVE AND ON WASHINGTON STREET FROM AVENUE 48 SOUTH TO THE BRIDGE. Council Member Perkins suggested the possibility of including median landscaping on Eisenhower Drive from Washington Street to Coachella Drive and on Washington Street from Avenue 48 to Avenue 50 in the budget. Council Member Henderson suggested it might be included in the mid-year budget in January. City Manager Genovese advised preliminary figures can be presented with the budget review. Council recessed to Closed Session as delineated on Page 1. The City Council meeting reconvened with no decisions being made in Closed Session which requires reporting pursuant to Section 54957.1 of the Government Code (Brown Act). ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, JUNE S. GREEK, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California