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1998 05 05 CC Minutes^#2R LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 5, 1998 Regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 3:00 p.m by Mayor Pena, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENT Robert Tyler, 44-21 5 Villeta Drive, referred to the closing of the ice skating rink in Palm Desert and urged the Council to pursue bringing it to La Quinta. Kathryn Hull, 77-260 Calle Chillon, felt something should be done to enhance the landscaping near the fountain at the front entrance. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Council Member Henderson asked that Mayor and Council Members' Item No. 1 discussion regarding obelisks) be taken up around 5:00 p.m. as several people have indicated an interest in that discussion and plan to arrive about that time. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the City Council Minutes of April 14, 1998 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Perkins to approve the City Council Minutes of April 21, 1 998 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously* ANNOUNCEMENTS None PRESENTATIONS Mayor Pena presented a proclamation to Richard Divine of the Riverside County Mental Health Department, proclaiming May as National Mental Health Month." BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 2 May 5, 1998 ** *** ** ** Mayor Pena presented a plaque to Carl Ingram in appreciation for his service on the Parks & Recreation Commission. The Mayor and Council Members presented Art Awards to the following students of La Quinta High School whose artwork has been displayed at City Hall: Daniel Aceves Brandon Hundt Kelly Noto Dawn Aguilar Trisha Jeffery Linda Nykvist Allison Anderson Amber Kitch Miguel OIl6que Sara Asian Zachary Knoles Albert Perez Leah Brown Molly Lewis Jason Raub Elijah Butler Laura Linfoot Gustavo Rimada Joey Caramello Kris Marchu Daniel Roberts Sheldon Cox Michael Mata Sarah Romero Crystal Day Genevieve Maxwell Jessica Runyon Marsha Duffy Carly McQuillin Tania Sumano Nathan Edwards Nick Meade Ray Taylor Fernando Garcia Isaac Montalvo Justin Tidwell Lindsay Guenther Jennifer Moreno Monique Urbina Raul Hernandez Holly Morrison Danny Valencia Jennifer Hollenbeck Nicole Norton Ilinca Vladescu Marissa Zarate WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE 1. LETTER FROM BOB HOPE CHRYSLER CLASSIC REQUESTING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. Council concurred on referring the letter to staff. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 3 May 5, 1998 BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES COMMISSION TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH JUAN AND PATRICIA NAVARRETE TO WORK AS DESIGN CONSULTANTS FOR THE WASHINGTON STREET BRIDGE WITH THE BRIDGE DESIGNER TO INCORPORATE ARTWORK INTO THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BRIDGE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3,000 FROM ART IN PUBLIC PLACES FUNDS. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted to the City Council by the Community Development Department and on file in the City Clerk*s Department. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Perkins/Henderson to approve the recommendation of the Art in Public Places Commission APP) to authorize the City Manager to sign a contract with Juan and Patricia Navarrete in an amount not to exceed $3,000 and to appropriate funds. Council Member Sniff was concerned that it not delay the design process for the bridge and Mr. Herman, Community Development Director, advised that it wouldn't be a problem. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Herman advised that the contract is for design only and that it will come back to Council for final approval. Design and installation costs will not exceed $24,999. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.98-65. 2. CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES COMMISSION ON WHERE TO LOCATE THE CIVIC CENTER ART PURCHASE. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted to the City Council by the Community Development Department and on file in the City Clerk*s Department. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Perkins to approve the locations for the three art pieces for the Civic Center Art collection as recommended by the Art in Public Places Commission. Council Member Henderson suggested that the new art purchases be displayed somewhere in the entrance area each year for a period of one year with a plaque BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 4 May 5, 1998 indicating that they are the art purchases for that year. At the end of the year, they could be rotated to a permanent location. Council Member Sniff noted that the design, shape, and size of the art pieces may not always be appropriate for a one-location exhibition. Council Member Perkins supported the suggestion and the recommended locations after the one-year period, noting that the exhibition location could be changed each year if needed to appropriately display the pieces: Mayor Pena and Council Member Adolph agreed. Motion was withdrawn. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Perkins to display this year's Civic Center art purchases in the appropriate place in the reception area. After a brief discussion, Council concurred on staff determining the appropriate location in the reception area. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.98-66. 3. CONSIDERATION OF STREET SWEEPING SERVICE ALTERNATIVES. Mr. Vogt, Public Works Director, advised that on November 11, 1 997, Council authorized staff to solicit bids for the purchase of a CNG street sweeper and on November 1 2th, the City received a proposal from SunLine Services Group to conduct a three-month street sweeping pilot program. In January, bids were opened and put in place for 180 days in order to allow SunLine to conduct their pilot program and to determine if it should be an option to consider. One bid was received in the amount of $154,632 from G. C. S. Western Power and Equipment. He then reviewed three alternatives, advising that under Option 1, the services would be provided in-house at an estimated curb-mile cost of $10.96, including cost-recovery expenses for a street sweeper over a five-year period. Under Option 2, the services would be provided by SunLine at an estimated curb-mile cost of $14.00. SunLine's curb-mile cost in February, without overtime, was $1 2.47 and didn't include insurance or cost-recovery expenses. The preliminary figures for March show a curb-mile cost of $10.91, without insurance and cost- recovery expenses. Under Option 3, the City would continue bidding out the services at an estimated average cost of $14.32 per curb mile. He advised that BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 5 May 5, 1998 it's difficult to arrive at a true cost comparison because of the differences in fuel costs and because SunLine is looking at it from a valley-wide perspective. Staff recommended implementation of an in-house street sweeping program at a cost of $10.96 per curb mile, including insurance and cost-recovery expenses. Council Member Henderson asked at what point would one street sweeper no longer be adequate to handle the growth. Mr. Vogt advised that no projections have been made at this point. iV*ost of the City's streets are completed and should additional equipment be needed in the future, a portion of the streets could be contracted out. He advised that purchasing the equipment will result in an annual savings of approximately $8,800 in CSA1 52 funds because of the equipment's vactoring capability for cleaning out storm drains which is normally contracted out. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Vogt advised that the recommended operation speed of the equipment is 5 mph. He advised that SunLine increased their speed and worked overtime in order to compensate for travel time back and forth to their facility. Council Member Henderson noted that in the SunLine report they state that the City operated their equipment at 10 mph while they operated their's at 5 mph. Mr. Johnson, Maintenance Manager, advised that the City-operated its street sweeper at 5-7 mph. Our goal is to sweep approximately 35 curb miles in 6-7 hours. SunLine's costs have reduced as they become more familiar with the route. Council Member Perkins understood that SunLine didn't have back-up equipment and asked if any consideration has been given to the City using grant funds to purchase the equipment and then lease it to SunLine to operate. Mr. Vogt advised that staff could look into it if Council wishes and noted that the warranty on a City*urchased street sweeper calls for replacement within 24 hours should the equipment break down. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Johnson advised that the equipment operated by SunLine is returned to their facility each evening for daily maintenance. Council Member Sniff supported staff's recommendation. It's the most economical option and it gives us local control. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 6 May 5, 1998 Bill Clapper, 32-505 Harry Oliver Trail, Thousand Palms, Executive Director of SunLine Services Group, advised that SunLine does have back-up capability because they have seven sweepers and only six formal routes and they can also run double shifts if needed. In regard to operating speed, they understood from City staff that the City had operated the equipment at 10 mph and, therefore, asked to do the same in order to complete the work faster. Tymco recommends 5-7 mph, but SunLines policy is 5 mph to reduce fugitive dust. In response to Mayor Pena, Mr. Clapper advised that the per-curb-mile cost for March is $10.91, which does not include insurance costs or the cost-recovery expenses of $3.47 per curb mile. He advised that they would like to produce a joint report with the City in order to complete the paper work for the two demonstration projects. In response to Mayor Pena, Mr. Vogt advised that from the $155,000, the City will receive funding from an AB2766 grant as well as additional funding from AB2766, CSA152, CVAQ, and the Gas Company, all totaling $154,632.03. Mayor Pena noted that the Legislature is looking to possibly re-allocate some of those funds. Mr. Vogt advised that that's why staff used an actual cost buy-down for five years in their calculation. The City will continue to receive approximately $1 12,000 a year in CSA1 52 Funds which can be used toward new equipment. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to: 1) approve the implementation of an in-house Street Sweeping Program; 2) award a contract for the purchase of a Tymco 600CNG-BAH regenerative air street sweeper to G. C. S. Western Power and Equipment in the amount of $154,632.03; 3) complete street sweeping services utilizing in-house staff at an estimated curb-mile cost of $10.96, or an annual cost of $99,737.48; and, 4) authorize the City Manager to enter into a rental agreement with G. C. S. Western Power and Equipment for the rental of a Tymco 600 Diesel regenerative air street sweeper at a monthly rate of $6,250 for a period of three 3) months. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.98-67. 4. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE REVOKING CHAPTER 2.80 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION" AND CHAPTER 2.90 HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION" AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 2.95 COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION. Mr. Weiss, Assistant City Manager, advised that the proposed ordinance will eliminate the Human Services Commission and Parks & Recreation Commission and create a new Community Services Commission with seven members each, BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2R City Council Minutes 7 May 5, 1998 serving two-year, staggered terms. Staff asked for direction regarding revisions to the duties, obligations, and responsibilities of the two commissions. Mayor Pena suggested after the initial appointments are made, that applicants be required to attend a minimum of two commission meetings prior to being considered for an appointment. Ms. Honeywell, City Attorney, suggested making it a part of the general policy governing commissions, instead of putting it in the individual ordinances. Council concurred. Council Member Henderson felt it's important for Council to utilize the commissions by giving them assignments as stated in 2.95.040 A)(4). After reviewing the ordinance, Council concurred on the following changes: 2.95.020(A) end paragraph after and social services." 2.95.020(6) end paragraph after playgrounds in the City" 2.95.020(C) delete 2.95.040 incorporate all duties under A), General Duties, and change advise to make recommendations" 2.95.040(B)(3) end sentence after social programs" 2.95.040(C)(1) add language to read......on community issues." deleting remainder of sentence) 2.95.040(C)(2) change language to read, Make recommendations to the City Council of the community service delivery system" * delete educational" and add goodwill *n*i 2.95.040(C)(4) change to read, Encourage and promote understanding and cooperation between public safety agencies. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 8 May 5,1998 2.95.040(C)(5) change to read, Foster mutual understanding and respect....and nationality groups." Mayor Pena felt it*s important for Council to meet with the commissions at least once a year and Council Member Henderson suggested it be included in the general policies. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to take up Ordinance No.31 6 as amended by title and number only and waive further reading * Council Member Adolph noted that he has not been supportive of combining the commissions, but advised that he would support the motion due to the situation of the Parks & Recreation Commission. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO.316 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AN AMENDMENT TO THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE TO REVOKE TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2.80 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AND CHAPTER 2.90 HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION), AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 2.95 COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION). It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to introduce Ordinance No.316 as amended on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 5. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDING CHAPTER 2.65 ART IN PUBLIC PLACES," REVOKING CHAPTER 2.85 CULTURAL COMMISSION," AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 2.75 CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION.". Mr. Weiss, Assistant City Manager, advised that the ordinance will eliminate the Cultural Commission and Art in Public Places Commission and create a new BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2R City Council Minutes 9 May 5,1998 Cultural Arts Commission. Staff asked for direction regarding any need for further revisions to the ordinance. Council then proceeded to review the ordinance and concurred on the following changes to the new chapter 2.75 Cultural Arts Commission): 2.75.020(C) change shall" to may" 2.75.020(C)(5) delete 2.75.040 incorporate all duties under A), General Duties 2.75.040(A)(1) change language to read, Analyze City cultural art programs effectiveness. 2.75.040(B)(4) end sentence after private partnerships." 2.75.040(B)(5) change to read, Encourage art and cultural activities among the residents of the City." 2.75.040(C)3) change language to read, list of possible public art... 2.75.040(C)(4) change language to read, *`....procuring public art through fees.... 2.75.040(C)(5) change language to read, The Commission will make recommendations to the City Council for the commissioning of.... Council also concurred on making the following changes to existing Chapter 2.65 Art in Public Places): 2.65.080(B)2) delete 2.65.080(B)(4) delete Mayor Pena suggested the commissions view and help in the development of the City's web site. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 10 May 5,1998 MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to take up Ordinance No.31 7 as amended by title and number only and waive further reading. * Council Member Adolph was opposed to combining the commissions and advised that he could not support the motion. Motion carried with Council Member Adolph voting NO. ORDINANCE NO.317 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AN AMENDMENT TO THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2.65 ART IN PUBLIC PLACES), AND REVOKING CHAPTER 2.85 CULTURAL COMMISSION), AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 2.75 CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION). It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to introduce Ordinance No. 317 as amended on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: Council Member Adolph ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 6. CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION OF THE CULTURAL COMMISSION FOR A*PROVAL OF THE CULTURAL PLAN. Ms. Horvitz, Community Services Director, advised that the Cultural PIan*has been revised as recommended by Council on March 24, 1998, and is being submitted for final approval. Council complimented the commission on the Cultural Plan. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to receive and file the Cultural Plan. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.98-68. 7. CONSIDERATION OF OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR ONE MEMBER OF THE * CULTURAL COMMISSION TO ATTEND THE AMERICANS FOR THE ARTS 1998 ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN DENVER, COLORADO, JUNE 6-9, 1998. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted to the City Council by the Community*Services Department and on file in the City Clerk's Department. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 11 May 5,1998 MOTION It was moved by Council Members PerkinslAdolph to approve the request for overnight travel for one Cultural Commissioner to attend the Americans for the Arts Conference in Denver, Colorado. Kathryn Hull, 77-260 Calle Chillon, Cultural Commission Chairman, spoke regarding the importance of attending conferences and the invaluable contacts that are made. Elaine Reynolds, 49-294 Avenida Vista Bonita, member of the Art in Public Places Commission, also believed conference attendance is important and felt a representative from the Art in Public Places Commission should attend as well. Susan Benay, 53-686 Avenida Velasco, member of the Cultural Commission, commented on the positive impact of conferences, especially in regard to networking with other agencies. Council Member Henderson felt any reconsideration of this matter should include the request made by the Art in Public Places Commission as well, noting that they, too, had originally requested permission to attend. She further noted that the Cultural Commission's request was approved in the budget and that the cost for a Art in Public Places Commissioner to attend would be paid from the Art in Public Places Fund. Council Member Perkins advised that he generally supports conference attendance, but feels that it's best to stay within the State. However, he will support sending one person to the Denver conference, but not two. Council Member Adolph supported sending one member from each of the two commissions. Council Member Sniff and Mayor Pena agreed. Council Member Perkins advised that he, too, would support sending two. Motion was withdrawn. MOTION It was moved by Council Members PerkinslAdolph to approve the request for overnight travel for one member of the Cultural Commission and one member of the Art in Public Places Commission to attend the Americans for the Arts Conference in Denver, Colorado. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.98-69. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 12 May 5, 1998 8. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF A CALIFORNIA TRAILS AND GREENWAYS FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATION. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted to the City Council by the Community Services Department and on file in the City Clerk's Department. RESOLUTION NO.98-34 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING APPROVAL OF SUBMISSION OF CALIFORNIA TRAILS AND GREENWAYS FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATION. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Perkins to adopt Resolution No.98-34 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Mrs. Juhola advised of the need to add an item to the agenda, noting that in San Francisco on May 8, 1998, the California Preservation Foundation will be presenting their President's Award to the City for its Historic Preservation Program. She advised that Council Member Henderson has agreed to accept the award on behalf of the City, but travel over 300 miles requires City Council approval. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to add Business Session Item No.9 to consider approval of travel as the need to take action arose after the posting of the agenda. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.98-70. 9. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL FOR COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON TO TRAVEL TO SAN FRANCISCO TO ACCEPT AN AWARD ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FROM THE CALIFORNIA PRESERVATION FOUNDATION ON MAY 8, 1998. Ms. di Iorio, Planning Manager, advised that the California Preservation Foundation is presenting the award to the City for its efforts in cultural resource management for the retrofitting and rehabilitation of The Traditions and the La Quinta Hotel. In addition, they wish to recognize the City for being the only certified local government in the Coachella Valley, having only recently received approval of the City's Historic Survey. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve travel for over 300 miles to San Francisco for Mayor Pro Tern Henderson to accept an BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2R City Council Minutes 13 May 5, 1998 award on behalf of the City from the California Preservation Foundation. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.98-71. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER Dated MAY 5, 1998. 2. ACCEPTAI*CE OF PROJECT 97-06- DUNE PALMS STREET IMPROVEMENT WHIT*Whitewater RIVER CROSSING AND AUTHORIZATION TO FILE NOTICE OF COMPLETION. 3. AUTHORIZATION TO DISTRIBUTE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AB939 SERVICES. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.98-72. STUDY SESSION None REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS All reports were noted and filed. DEPARTMENT REPORTS H-i. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT. In response to Mayor Pena, Mr. Genovese, City Man*ger, advised that Avenue 52 will be completed as soon as the discrepancies reIate* to the curb heights are worked out. C-2. SUMMER MEETING SCHEDULE Council concurred on canceling the first meeting in September with Council Member Adolph advising that he would be on vacation the end of August and the first part of September. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 14 May 5, 1998 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS 1. DISCUSSION REGARDING THE OBELISK PROGRAM. Council Member Henderson began by reading a statement from the City's Economic Development Program regarding the City's desire to create a sense of place and feeling unique to La Quinta" and advised that when Council met in June 1 997, they directed further investigation into funding sources for the obelisk program. She advised that a meeting was held with a number of representatives from the development community wherein there seemed to be general support for the program. There was some discussion regarding the possibility of using different logos on the obelisks to personalize them to the individual developments, and yet maintain the basic shape and design. They also discussed costs and whether or not developers would be ordering the obelisks directly from the City or through an independent contractor and whether or not developers could use a percentage of their APP Fund contribution as a credit to their project if they supply the obelisks. The developers do not want to install both the obelisks and standard street signs. She advised that both TD Desert Development and Oliphant & Williams Development have voiced an interest in using the obelisks in their projects, but she felt that interest would diminish if some of the details of the program are not worked out in a timely manner. She wished to see the City consider installation of the obelisks in the new infrastructure projects. After reviewing some photographs of street intersections with obelisks superimposed onto them and a price sheet for concrete, travertine, and urbanite obelisks, she introduced Mr. Peter Urban, an artist and inventor of a product called urbanite, who then presented a sample obelisk for Council's review. Peter Urban advised that the reflective lettering material is made of glass beads and used to mark airport runways. In response to Council Member Henderson, he advised that the price includes installation and that the obelisks are graffiti resistant. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Urban advised that urbanite is lighter than concrete, and can be strengthened by increasing the thickness of the walls. The finish, which can be changed, will withstand heat and rain and there's no limit as to size. He's currently using a studio in Sky Valley. Mayor Pena supported using the obelisks in some type of demonstration project. Council Member Henderson advised that they are looking at 5-foot-high obelisks for residential intersections and 7-foot high at major intersections. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2R City Council Minutes 15 May 5, 1998 Council Member Perkins noted that some of the streets in his neighborhood have 15 letters and Mr. Urban advised that that wouldn't be a problem. The 3- inch-high letters will fit on a 5-foot-high obelisk, along with the La Quinta logo. Council Member Sniff liked the idea of the obelisks, particularly the reflective lettering. Council Member Henderson advised that 50 or 100 of the larger obelisks will be needed * the entrance streets, depending on whether or not there's one or two at eacr intersection. Mayor Pena asked how they would be handled at signalized intersections and Council Member Henderson stated that they could be removed once intersections are signalized and sold as souvenirs. Mr. Urban noted that they couldn't be used elsewhere because the lettering is integrally cast into the obelisk and can't be changed. Mayor Pena supported doing a demonstration project, utilizing a percentage of the APP funds, in areas such as Calle Estado. He also suggested the possibility of using them as identification signs for the Senior Center and/or City parks. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Urban advised that the City logo would be near the base of the obelisk and the flange would be below ground level. The material, which is Y2 inch thick and rounded on the corners, would not be affected by the use of weed-eaters. In response to Council Member Perkins, Council Member Henderson advised that the number of sides having lettering on it will depend on what type of financial commitment the Council wishes to make to the program. Mr. Urban noted that the cost of lettering is listed separately. Mayor Pena suggested staff be directed to come back with a report and appropriate recommendations by June 2nd Doug Yavanian, 51-351 Avenida Bermudas, President of La Quinta Chamber of Commerce, spoke in support of the program and asked for copies of the report. Elaine Reynolds, 49-294 Avenida Vista Bonita, noted that art is what distinguishes one city from another and suggested preserving the existing obelisks by making a fence with them at the Historical Society or City parks. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 16 May 5, 1998 Roger Hobbs. of KSL, spoke in support of the program and thanked Council for making La Quinta a year-round City. Susan Benay, 53-686 Avenida Velasco, felt the timing of the program is perfect and that it would create a very special identity for La Quinta. Council Member Henderson wished to see staff look at the possibility of using a percentage of the APP funds and creating a public/private partnership to fund improvements to existing obelisks for the purpose of *iacing them at intersections that currently do not have them. She also wished to include installation of obelisks on all of the streets in the upc6ming infrastructure projects and funding in the 1 998/99 budget for pilot programs. 2. DISCUSSION REGARDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION. Council Member Sniff suggested, as part of Council's re-evaluation of the commissions, that Council schedule a special meeting on May 1 2* at 1 30 p.m. to discuss possible changes in the Planning Commission, such as adding a Design Review Board. He felt any changes that are made should be in effect by July * Council concurred, with Council Member Adolph advising that he would be out of town and,therefore, unable to attend. 3. DISCUSSION REGARDING STATUS OF PROPOSITION 224. In response to Council Member Perkins, Mr. Genovese, City Manager, advised that the letter regarding Proposition 224 will be on the May 1 9, 1 998 agenda. 4. DISCUSSION REGARDING REPAIR OF TRAFFIC SIGNS. Council Member Perkins spoke regarding the number of traffic signs that are either crooked, fading, unreadable, or covered with graffiti and suggested some type of program be set up for employees to report such instances. Mr. Vogt, Public Works Director, advised that Berryman & Henigar is currently working on the final draft of the Pavement Management System and StreetSign Inventory which lists. every sign in the City along with a digitized picture and record of maintenance. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2R City Council Minutes 17 May 5,1998 Council Member Sniff suggested putting forms in each City vehicle for employees to use in reporting needed repairs as they drive around the City. 5. DISCUSSION REGARDING FRITZ BURNS PARK POOL PLAQUE. Council Member Sniff suggested the City Clerk be directed to look into getting a plaque for the pool at Fritz Burns Park with the names of the City Council Members, ity Manager, and contractor. Mr. Genovese, City Manager, noted that a plaque for the park itself already exists near the pool entrance. PUBLIC HEARINGS None Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency meeting. Council reconvened and recessed to Closed Session. CLOSED SESSION Mayor Pen*a abstained from participating in Item No.4 as he has done consistently in the past. 1. Conference with legal counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) regarding existing litigMi*fl A. REFCO, Case No. CV92-7626RJK; B. Traditions, Case No. 1NC00370; C. KSLIC.V. Unified School District, Case No. INCOO31 08 D. KSL. M. Peters, Case No.002597; E. La Quinta V. Diehl Evans, Case No. 782308; F. City of Orange V. Alabama Treasury Advisory Program, Case No. BC106461; G. People of the State of California V. Steven Rummonds, Case No. 1NM071412; H. Western Empire Industry V. City of La Quinta, Case No.302768. 2. Conference with labor negotiators, Tom Hartung and John Falconer, regarding negotiations with the La Quinta City Employees* Association pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.6 Meet and Confer Process. 3. Evaluation of Council-appointed positions City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.6. BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02 ^#2RCity Council Minutes 18 May 5, 1998 4. Conference with City's real property negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, concerning the potential terms and conditions of acquisition and/or disposition of real property located at the southwest corner of Highway 111 and Adams Street. Property Owner/Negotiator: Chris Clarke. 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. Res**tfull**ubrnit;dj)( City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 06-01-1998-U01 01:37:44PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 05-U02 05-U02 1998-U02