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1997 04 15 CC Minutes. LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 15, 1997 Regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 3:00 PM by Mayor Pro Tern Perkins followed by the Pledge of Altegiance. PRESENT: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Sniff, Mayor Pro Tern Perkins ABSENT: Mayor Holt MOTION It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to excuse Mayor HdIt due to illness. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENT None CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Confirmed APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Minutes of March 25, 1997 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Minutes of April 1, 1997 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. * MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the Minutes * of April 7, 1997 as submitted. Motion carried with Council Member Adolph ABSTAINING. Motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS None PRESENTATIONS MAYOR PRO TEM PERKINS PRESENTED A PLAQUE TO SUSAN FRANCIS EXPRESSING THE CITY'S APPRECIATION FOR HER SERVICE ON THE CULTURAL COMMISSION. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 2 April 15, 1997 RICHARD DESANTIS, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF THE LA QUINTA ARTS FOUNDATION AND SUSAN FRANCIS PRESENTED THE 1997 ARTS FESTIVAL POSTER TO THE CITY. MAYOR PRO TEM PERKINS PRESENTED A PROCLAMATION TO THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF COACH ELLA VALLEY LA QUINTA UNIT PROCLAIMING APRIL 6-12 AS NATIONAL BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB WEEK. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE 1. LETTER FROM BLT ENTERPRISES, INC. REQUESTING AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A PRESENTATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL. 2. LETTER FROM JOHN F. OTTO, INC. OTTOISEXTON, A JOINT VENTURE) REQUESTING AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A PRESENTATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL. Council concurred on referring these two requests to staff to have all options placed before the Council and to agendize for the May 6th Council meeting, to schedule a date to review the proposals, possibly during the Special Study Session in May. Tom Noble, 6 Hillcrest Drive, Palm Desert, representing BLT stated that he would be happy to meet with staff. 3. LETTER FROM BOYLE ENGINEERING CORPORATION REGARDING USTACKED DECK" INITIATIVE. Council referred the matter to staff, including the City Attorney and Public WQrks Director for review. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 . City Council Minutes 3 April 15, 1997 4. LETTER FROM ASSEMBLYMEMBER JACK SCOTT REGARDING AB247 RELATING TO FIREARMS. Council referred to*staff to acknowledge receipt of the letter advising that no action was taken by the Council. 5. LETTER FROM BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA REQUESTING FUNDING. Council referred the request to staff for inclusion during budget discussions. 6. LETTER FROM JULY 4* GREATER DESERT FIREWORKS REQUESTING CONTRIBUTION. Council referred to staff for a report back. BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF AIRLINE SERVICES COMMITTEE REQUEST FOR FUNDING. Mr. Weiss, Assistant City Manager, presented staff report advising that the Airline Services Committee has requested a two-year commitment from the City for $20,000 each year. The Council previously indicated that they had questions they wished to pose to the Airline Services Committee and the Palm Springs Desert Resorts Convention & Visitors Bureau PSDRCVB) and representatives from both groups are present to respond. Scott Dalecio, President of KSL Desert Resorts, 49-499 Eisenhower Drive, addressed the Council explaining how the business of operating the La Quinta Hotel and Resort has changed over the past five years in that they used to be a more regionally-driven property and destination with 42-46% of their business coming from the drive-to" market; whereby, in order to remain competitive they had to become nationally-driven" to the extent that their drive-to" market is now about 28%. Therefore, maintaining the Valley as a destination and maintaining a relationship with the airlines is critical to their success. He commented on the advertising budget of the Hotel and Resort which was $3.3 million two years ago and was $4.5 million this year. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 4 April 15, 1997 In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Dalecio advised that their fly-in" market is about 70% compared to 55%-60% in the early 90's. Tom Freeman, 54-220 Avenida Obregon, commented on the competitiveness of the airline business as there are many other similar markets competing for the service such as Phoenix. He urged the Council to continue their financial support to the Airline Services Committee. Council Member Henderson noted that she was recently appointed to service on this particular committee and felt that she had a lack of information about the program. She noted that she also serves on the Thermal Airport Authority and felt that it is a sleeping giant" and wished to see some assistance with the County in marketing that airport, noting that while it is not a passenger airport, it does bring in charters and private aircraft. She felt that we do need to maintain support for this Committee, although, she did not understand the formula used to arrive at the funding amount, nor the mechanics of the Committee, budgeting process and who prepares the budget. Council Member Adolph agreed with Mr. Dalecio on the importance of airline service to the success of the La Quinta Hotel and favored continue support of the Committee. Council Member Sniff agreed that the Thermal Airport is important to the City's future and some thought needs to be given to it. He understood the need to continuing supporting the Palm Springs Airport, but he felt that the Thermal Airport has great potential and their need is more immediate. He asked what the Committee's relationship with the Convention Bureau is. Nancy Doria, Director of Airline Development, advised that the Committee is funded by the cities and the CVB is also a contributor. The Committee was formed outside the CVB by a task force of individuals who felt that there was a need for the cities to pursue better airline service. Council Member Sniff asked why the CVB doesn't perform this function. Michael Fife, President of the CVB, advised that initially, four. years ago, the hotels went to the CVB complaining that they were losing a lot of business to other destinations that had better airline service and/or better fares. The hotels came forward with $50,000 and the CVB began talking about how it could be done. They quickly came to the conclusion that it wasn't just a tourism issue, but rather an economic development issue as well as a resident issue. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 5 April 15, 1997 The CVB took $100,000 from their advertising budget and devoted it to this committee. There was a formula developed based on the gross hotel sales and Transient Occupancy Tax with the concept that those who benefitted the most from airline service should invest the most. The Committee then realized that they could not collect money because they were just a committee* and had no authority. Therefore, they associated themselves with the same JPA as the CVB, as a committee. They have continued to fund the Committee with $1 00,000 per year for the past three years and have committed to continue doing so for the next three years. He further explained that while the full committee" only meets a f*w times a year, the Executive Committee meets more regularly and Nancy Doria performs the day-to-day functions. He noted that Coachella does not participate in either the Committee or the CVB because they have no hotels. Council Member Sniff felt the most convincing argument for continued support is the tact that the Hotel's representative is 100% in favor of it and there is every indication that it has been successful. Council Member Perkins advised that when this issue first came before the Council he was not overly enthusiastic about it and didn't see how La Quinta was going to benefit from an airport 25 miles away. However, he began making inquiries with the hotel and others and realized its' benefits. He also recognized the need to support the Thermal Airport. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to include $20,000 in the FY 1997198 budget for the Airline Services Committee. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-51. 2. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY THE I-A QUINTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR CITY STAFF TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CHAMBER'S BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND RETENTION COMMITTEE" BY MEETING WITH LA QUINTA BUSINESS OWNERS AND OPERATORS ON A REGULAR BASIS. Mr. Genovese, City Manager, advised that the Chamber of Commerce is unable to be represented at this time and asked that this matter be continued. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 6 April 15, 1997 MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to continue the matter of the Chamber's Business Development & Retention Committee to May 6, 1997. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-52. 3. CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES COMMISSION FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CITY-WIDE TEi**iPORARY ART PROGRAM. Mr. Herman, Community Development Director, presented staff report advising that the Art in Public Places Commission has done considerable*research into a temporary art program and as a result, have drafted with the assistance of the City Attorney) the * Donation and Acceptance Agreement" included in the staff report. The agreement allows the City to determine the art work that will be displayed, the length of time it will be displayed and its location. The artists will be responsible for all costs associated with the installation and removal of the artwork and insuring it during its exhibition. The APP funds will provide the funds for plaques identifying the artist of the artwork. The agreement requires that the APP Commission review the art and make a recommendation to the City Council. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Herman advised that the artists will submit proof of insurance to the City. Regarding location of artwork, the APP is currently in the process of reviewing possible locations for the art such as the medians in Calle Estado, La Fonda, Tampico, Eisenhower in the area of the hotel). The art will be bolted to a pad or specific foundation that is specific to the artwork. In further response, Ms. Honeywell, City Attorney, advised that by calling it a temporary donation, the Council will have the ability to pick and choose without first amendment rights having to be considered. Council Member Adolph was very supportive of the program, that it's a further way in which to promote art and enhance the community. Council Member Sniff stated that he had no problem with the program, but felt that it should be reviewed in a year. Council Member Henderson recognized that the Commission has been working on this program for over a year and that her only concern was the issue of first BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 7 April 1 5, 1 997 amendment rights and was pleased to learn that issue has been dealt with. Council Member Perkins asked if the City would be named as an additional insured and Ms. Honeywell advised that they would. MOTION It was moved by Council Members SnifflAdoiph to approve the Temporary Ar-t Donation & Acceptance Agreement as drafted with a review in one year. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-53. 4. CONSIDERATION OF THE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT ADVISORY BOARD'S RECOMMENDATION FOR EXPENDITURE OF GRANT FUNDS. Mr. Wilson, Management Assistant, presented staff report advising that the City has been awarded a grant in the amount of $26,411 by the United States Department of Justice as part of the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Program. The City's Police Department has recommended that the funds be used to purchase two speed measuring devices KUSTOM radar). A requirement of the grant was formation of an advisory board to conduct a public hearing on the proposed expenditure of funds. This board which was appointed administratively) conducted a public hearing on March 25, 1 997 and unanimously approved the La Quinta Police Department's recommendation to utilize the funds to purchase two speed measuring devices and to pay for additional patrol time. In response to Council Member Adolph, Chief Dye advised that the radar devices will be used by the patrol officers while patrolling they will not park their units to use the devices. Council Member Sniff asked if a radar-produced citation is legally enforceable and Chief Dye advised that it is if the area has been surveyed with the past five years. If it hasn't been, then the Officer won't write the citation. MOTION It was moved by Council Members SniffiHenderson to approve the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Advisory Board's recommendation for expenditure of grant funds. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 97-54. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 8 April 15, 1997 5. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES. ORDINANCE NO.302 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA AMENDING SECTION 12.32.120 OF THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE EXEMPTING CERTAIN COMMERCIAL VEHICLES FROM PARKING RESTRICTIONS. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Ordinance No.302 on second reading. Council Member Henderso* commented on the difficulty of the situation and while she understood that the gentleman who requested the modification sees it as a minor change, she has since first reading, studied a lot of documents including the sign ordinance, the home occupation ordinance and the recreational vehicle ordinance in a way to try to find a way to make it work. She did not see this as an issue of private property/home owner rights which she strongly supports), but rather between commercial and private enterprise and private residential property rights. She met with three of the members of the RV ad hoc committee to gain some insight and has finally concluded that this is not an issue between the City and Jack Donlin. Therefore, she could not support adoption of the ordinance and sees no solution. She suggested that the Council direct staff to review the sign ordinance, home occupation ordinance and commercial parking ordinance to see if something can be arrived at so it can make some sense as she felt that they are all intertwined. Council Member Adolph stated that two weeks ago his position was to give Mr. Donlin something that would allow him six months to work something out and he continues to support that. Council Member Henderson stated that was also her position two weeks ago, but it has become clear that in six months, it will be difficult to take the ordinance back to where it is today and that by adopting this ordinance, we would be opening the door for another request for another two, three, etc. inches. This ordinance has been in effect for 14 years and has worked. Council Member Sniff felt that the request is for a minor modification and felt that these other issues are not necessary to discuss at this time. He stated that he was not prepared to deal with another request in the future for additional BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 . City Council Minutes 9 April 15, 1997 height. He continued to support the ordinance as he felt that it is reasonable. He added that all ordinances are subject to review and amendment. Council Member Perkins was not supportive of the amendment and felt that it brings to mind the matter of advertising signs on parked trucks and wondered how many people would want a 4 x 8 billboard in someone's yard. Yet we have trucks parking in residential areas evenings and weekends with that kind of advertising. He asked if it was possible to place a moratorium on the enforcement of the current ordinance for perhaps 90-days to give this gentleman an opportunity to find another truck. He was opposed to making a change to the code for six inches. Ms. Honeywell, City Attorney, advised that Council could ask the City Manager to work something out, but moratoriums are generally used in land-use issues. Mr. Genovese, City Manager, advised that he would rather deal with these kinds of issues on a case-by-case basis because if there is a complaint from a neighbor, that would make the situation somewhat different. Jack Donlin, 52-900 Avenida Ramirez, commented that he doesn't run his business from his home and questioned why there has been a change in attitude since the introduction of this ordinance. Council Member Henderson understood that he is not running his business from his home, however, that ordinance would come into play in reference to some other vehicles in the community. She was looking for areas within existing ordinances to make all this make sense. She was very supportive of the City working with him in trying to find a solution, but she did not believe that this is the solution. Motion failed on the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Sniff NOES: Council.Members Henderson, Perkins ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mayor Holt MOTION It was moved by Council Membem Sniff/Adolph to continue second reading of Ordinance No.302 until May 20, 1997. Motion carried with Council Member Perkins voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-55. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 10 April 15, 1997 ORDINANCE NO.303 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3.28 RELATING TO BUSINESS LICENSES, ADDING TO AND AMENDING SECTION 3.28.180 DEFINITIONS) AND AMENDING SECTION 3.28.370 METHOD AND TIME OF PAYMENT). It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Ordinance No.303 on second reading. Passed by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Sniff, Mayor Pro Tem Perkins NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mayor Holt ORDINANCE NO.304 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM RD LOW-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO GC GOLF COURSE) ON A PORTION OF TENTATIVE TRACT 28470, GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTHERN TERMINUS OF WASHINGTON STREET AND EAST OF AVENIDA BERMUDAS CASE NO. CHANGE OF ZONE 96-081 TRADITION CLUB ASSOCIATES, LLC. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Ordinance No.304 on second reading. Council Member Adolph understood that there have been no permits issued for The Tradition Project by the Corp of Engineers or Department of Fish and Game and asked what the City's position is in such a circumstance. Mr. Herman, Community Development Director, advised that the Army Corp of Engineers and the Fish and Game are independent from the City and further, * there is a condition on the Tract that says that any litigation will be paid for the developer and the City is held harmless. His understanding is that these two agencies are only concerned with that portion of the project that is adjacent to the mountain. The flood control facilities are Coachella Valley Water District facilities. If as a result of obtaining any permits that are yet to be received, they are required to make modifications to the tract, they will have to come back to the City for modification before both the Planning Commission and City Council. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 . City Council Minutes 11 April 15, 1997 Council Member Henderson pointed out that the ordinance before the Council at this time only changes the zone from Low-Density Residential to Golf Course and is a significant down-zoning of a significant portion of the property. Mr. Herman confirmed this is correct and added that the ordinance preserves the golf course for golf course-use only and does not affect the changing of any of the tee boxes in the Hillside Conservation Area. The ordinance in no way affects the six lots in question. In further response to Council Member Adolph, Ms. Honeywell, City Attorney, advised that in any development like this when you run into other public agency interaction, that type of risk is on the developer. Council Member Adolph stated that he did not understand the intent of the preliminary grading permit as he believed that it was only for the golf course. He questioned the legality of allowing the grading without it being zoning properly and Ms. Honeywell advised that the only purpose of this zone change is to place a preservation district so to speak) over where the golf course will be, which is a less intense use than what it was. Council Member Adolph advised that when the Council approved the preliminary grading permit, the Council was not presented with all the information; such as the fact that there would be a change of zone and in the future he is going to want this kind information up-front. MOTION PASSED ON THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Council Members Henderson, Sniff, Mayor Pro Tern Perkins NOES: Council Member Adolph ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mayor Holt CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED APRIL 15, 1997. 2. TRANSMITTAL OF TREASURY REPORT DATED FEBRUARY 28, 1997. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 12 April 15, 1997 3. ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT DEED FOR AVENUE 48 STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY FROM DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT. 4. ACCEPTANCE OF CONVEYANCE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR AVENUE 48 STREET IMPROVEMENTS. 5. ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL IMPROVEMENTS TO TRACT 23913 QUINTERRA. 6. APPROVAL OF A SUMMARY STREET VACATION OF TRACT 25154 APPLICANT: TD DESERT DEVELOPMENT. 7. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT FOR SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH JOHN WEIDENHAMER FOR THE CREATION OF A PAINTING FOR THE CIVIC CENTER AS THE CIVIC CENTER ART PURCHASE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE SELECTION COMMITTEE AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE CONTRACT. 8. APPROVAL OF AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE SURFACE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM STP) FUNDING TOWARD JEFFERSON STREET RESURFACING, PROJECT NO.96-01. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended with Item No. 6 being approved by RESOLUTION NO.97-56. STUDY SESSION None REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS All reports were noted and filed. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 . City Council Minutes 13 April 15, 1997 DEPARTMENT REPORTS Report A-2 Council Member Henderson commented that she had no problem with the request, but found it interesting that comments made by some of the cities represented were either involved in their Art in Public Places Commission or other cultural type organization which makes it appear that these two type of functions are inter-related. Therefore, she still wished to see some of the*City's commissions combined. Report C-i Council concurred in not planning any kind of ceremony, but directed staff to erect a sign basically thanking the residents for their patience. Council also directed staff to ask the Chamber to notify the businesses of the expiration of the temporary sign program. Report G-1 In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Vogt advised that Dune Palms Road is still on schedule and should be completed by the end of the calendar year. The only current hold-up is obtaining approvals from the various agencies involved. Report F-i MOTION It was moved by Council Members SniffiHenderson to receive and file the Revenue & Expenditures Report for the City and the Financing Authority dated February 28, 1997. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-57. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS 1. DISCUSSION REGARDING THE HILLSIDE CONSERVATION ORDINANCE. Council Member Adolph believed that there are too many gray areas in the Hillside Conservation Ordinance and asked that it be brought back to the City Council and Planning Commission at the earliest possible time for review and suggestions as to how it can be tightened up to eliminate future interpretations of intent and clearly define the line*where development stops. Council Member Sniff agreed and asked that the review include a review of annexation of the mountains to the west to the ridge-line. Council concurred. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 14 April 15, 1997 2. DISCUSSION REGARDING SPECIAL STUDY SESSIONS Adolph) Council Member Adolph commented on the fact that the Council has had two short agendas recently that could have accommodated study session items and questioned the need for special study sessions when they aren't necessary. Council Member Sniff stated that he continued to support the special study sessions as there are items that are more suited for special meetings, but stated that they are not mandated each month only if there are items that need to be discussed. Council Member Henderson agreed that recently there have been a couple of short meetings when there's been time to take up some of the study session issues, but felt that there are issues coming up that may need the extra time, such as the budget issues, Prop. 218, CIP, Landscape & Lighting District. She felt that items such as these get more attention at special meetings when there aren't a multitude of issues before the Council. However, she didn't have a problem with backing away from the idea of having special meetings, just for the sake of having a meeting; but the option needs to be there for more complex issues. Council Member Adolph acknowledged that there will be issues that will be better suited for special meetings. Mr. Genovese advised that his understanding of the special meetings was to consider those items which would require more time. Based on the conversation here, he suggested that staff schedule study session items on the normal Council agenda and if there isn't time, then they could be deferred to a special meeting. Council Merhber Adolph liked that kind of flexibility. Council Member Henderson suggested that the special meetings continue at least until the Council gets through the budget process. Council Member Perkins liked the flexibility suggested by the City Manager. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 . City Council Minutes 1 5 April 1 5, 1 997 3. DISCUSSION REGARDING USE OF LEAF BLOWERS. Council Member Perkins suggested that Council direct staff to look at what other cities are doing to regulate leaf blowers and bring back a proposed ordinance enacting reasonable control over leaf blowers. He commented that many of the leaf blowers can also be operated as a vacuum. Council concurred. Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency. Council reconvened and adjourned to Clo8ed Session and until the hour of 7:00 PM CLOSED SESSION 1. CONFERENCE WITH CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 CONCERNING THE POTENTIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ACQUISITION ANDIOR DISPOSITION OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF AVENIDA MONTEZUMA AND AVENIDA MEi*bOZA. PROPERTY OWNERINEGOTIATOR: BILL HOWARD. 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(a) REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION STAMKO DEVELOPMENT CO., CASE NO. INC. 000492. Council reconvened at 7:00 PM PUBLIC COMMENT JoAnn McLaughlin, 53-955 Avenida Herrera, addressed the Council on the need for a sidewalk on 50th Avenue east of Washington for the children to use in walking to school. She also addressed the need for crosswalks on Avenida Bermudas. She also asked that the City strengthen its conservation codes in order to try to conserve what's left. She advised that she is currently forming a group for such a purpose and would be willing to work with the City. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 .City Council Minutes 16 April 15, 1997 PRESENTATIONS None PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. WEED ABATEMENTS/LOT CLEANINGS AND PLACEMENT OF COSTS ON THE 1997198 TAX ROLLS. A. LAQ, CY APN 604-072-004 $562.50 B. SCHORK, KENNETH & SHARON APN 769-103-005 $375.00 C. HUNT, C. APN 769-141-004 $218.75 D. PATTON, JAMES & EILEEN APN 773-174-003 $187.50 E. BOONE, H. N., INC. APN 773-164-002 $187.50 F. CHANTEUSE LIMITED APN 773-233-004 $187.50 G. FRITZ BURNS FOUNDATION APN 773-295-005 $187.50 H. SAND, HENRY & DORIS APN 774-163-009 $250.00 I. SAND, HENRY & DORIS APN 774-163-010 $250.00 J. STEINEBREY, ELSIE G. APN 774-243-002 $187.50 Mr. Hartung, Building & Safety Director, advised that the property owners have been notified of this meeting and the charges against their property. He noted that two payments have been received those listed as C" and J". The Mayor Pro Tern declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN. There being no one wishing to speak, the PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. RESOLUTION NO.97-32 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ASSESSING LIEN AND PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION ON TAX ROLLS ON CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR COSTS OF ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph that Resolution No.97-32 be adopted as amended. Motion carried unanimously. BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02 . City Council Minutes 17 April 1 5, 1997 2. TENTATIVE TRACT 28498 REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE 98 RESIDENTIAL LOTS INTO 96 RESIDENTIAL LOTS WITH PRIVATE STREETS AND ACCESS INTO RANCHO LA QUINTA LOCATED NORTH AND EAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF SAGEBRUSH AVE AND DATE PALM DRIVE. APPLICANT: TD DESERT DEVELOPMENT. Mr. Herman, Community Development Director, advised that the applicant has requested a continuance to May 6, 1 997. MOTION It was moved by *ouncil Members SniffiHenderson to Continue the public hearing on Tentative Tract 28498 to May 6, 1997. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-58. CLOSED SESSION Council reconvened with no decision being made which requires reporting pursuant to Section 54957.1 of the Government Code Brown Act). There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned upon motion by Council Members Sniff/Henderson and carried. AUi*iDRA L. JUHOLA, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 06-19-1997-U01 10:44:16AM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 15-U02 1997-U02