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2000 02 01 CC MinutesFsv_ LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 1, 2000 A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 2:00 p.m. by Mayor Pena, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENT Audrey Ostrowsky, P.O. Box 351, asked about the availability of Federal funds for sewer improvements and for an explanation of what will be discussed in the Closed Session. City Attorney Honeywell advised everything the City is at liberty to disclose regarding Closed Session matters is identified on the agenda. CLOSED SESSION 1. Conference with legal counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) KSLIC.V. Unified School District, Case No.998236; CVWD vs. City of La Quinta, Case No. 1NC010827; City of La Quinta vs. Art Fernandez, Case No. TCO11OOO; Hanover vs. City of La Quinta, Case No.085167; Case No. 1NM71412; City of La Quinta vs. Lusardi, Case No.013016; City of La Quinta vs. Montezuma Oeste, Inc., Case No.014018; City of La Quinta vs. Majestic Development, Case No.014017; City of La Quinta vs. Lichliter, Case No. 014014; City of La Quinta vs. Ackerman, Case No.014010; City of La Quinta vs. Cole, Case No.014013; City of La Quinta vs. Baden, Case No.014012; Sierra Pacific Electrical Contracting vs. Cooley Construction and City of La Quinta, Case No. INCO151 132; and pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c) four potential litigation matters. Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency and to Closed Session to and until the hour of 3:00 p.m. 3:00 P.M. The Council meeting reconvened with no decisions being made in Closed Session which require reporting pursuant to Section 54957.1 of the Government Code Brown Act). BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_City Council Minutes 2 February 1, 2000 PUBLIC COMMENT Jim Murphy, 54-580 Riviera, Director of PGA West Master Association, urged the Council to reconsider its requirement for KSL to install an equestrian trail along the east side of Madison Street, stating it severely limits the landscape area and the homeowners association is not willing to assume the liability and maintenance for the trail. He added KSL supports their request and should the City continue to require the trail, they feel it should accept an easement from KSL and assume the responsibility for maintaining it. Council Member Adolph agreed it leaves very little space for landscaping. He also commented the equestrian trail goes across the major entrance to new homes and continues down a sidewalk and handicapped ramp before reaching Avenue 58 where it becomes a safety factor because horses must cross Avenue 58 to reach the Boohoof Trail. He asked that this be directed to staff for a report to Council within the next two weeks. Robert Faulk, President of the PGA West Master Association, advised KSL has agreed to remove the portion of the trail already constructed. Council concurred to direct this matter to staff for a report back in two weeks. * * * * ** * * Seth Etinger, 78-720 Avenida La Fonda, questioned why the bids were so high on the Calle Rondo Drainage Channel Project and suggested the City purchase the building materials and hire a contractor to do the labor. Council Member Henderson noted part of the problem is that qualified contractors must meet the City's legal requirements for insurance and bonding. * * * * * *** * ** Joyce Sivley, 79-775 Westward Ho Drive, complimented Senior Engineer John Freeland for his work with the community on the proposed sewer improvements. She also submitted a petition for formation of an assessment district in the Westward Ho area requested information on the City's sewer subsidy program. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Confirmed BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_ City Council Minutes 3 February 1, 2000 APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the City Council Minutes of January 1 8, 2000, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS None PRESENTATIONS None WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE 1. LETTER FROM BERMUDA DUNES COMMUNITY COUNCIL REGARDING PARTICIPATION IN A SPECIAL ANNEXATION MEETING TO BE HELD FEBRUARY 10, 2000. Council concurred on Council Member Sniff, Mayor Pena, the City Manager, and designated staff attending the meeting and directed staff to respond to the letter. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED FEBRUARY 1, 2000. 2. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR TWO CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSIONERS TO ATTEND THE AMERICANS FOR THE ARTS CONFERENCE IN LOS ANGELES, JUNE 10-13, 2000. 3. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO.2 TO ROBERT BEIN, WILLIAM FROST, AND ASSOCIATES FOR DESIGN MODIFICATIONS ASSOCIATED TO THE JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE 1 AVENUE 54 TO HIGHWAY 111, PROJECT NO.99-05. 4. ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT NO.99-10, AVENUE 54 RESURFACING. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-17. BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_City Council Minutes 4 February 1, 2000 BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF MID-YEAR BUDGET REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 199912000. Finance Director Falconer reviewed the Mid-Year Budget Report as outlined in the staff report. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Falconer confirmed the salary savings are due to vacant periods in filling some of the positions. Council complimented staff on the budget report and concurred on remaining conservative in the CityZs expenditures. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve an increase in estimated revenues for Project Area No. 1 and 2 totaling $1,526,178; approve new appropriations totaling $568,400 from the General Fund and $639,205 in RDA Project Nos. 1 and 2; approve the transfer of $873,762 from the Debt Service Project Area No.1 Fund to the Capital Projects Area No.1 Fund; approve the transfer of $303,714 from Debt Service Project Area No.2 to the Capital Projects Area No.2 Fund; and receive and file the Mid-Year Budget Report. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-18. 2. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF CITIZEN TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY FREE LIBRARY SYSTEM ADVISORY COMMITTEE. The following applicants gave a brief presentation on their qualifications and backg round: Lucy McGowan James Calvin Blanche Lockard Michelle Clairmont Sally Martin Voting Ballot No.1 Council Member Adolph voted for Michelle Clairmont Council Member Henderson voted for Michelle Clairmont Council Member Perkins voted for Lucy McGowan Council Member Sniff voted for Sally Martin Mayor Pe?1a voted for Michelle Clairmont BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_City Council Minutes 5 February 1, 2000 MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to appoint Michelle Clairmont to the Riverside County Free Library System Advisory Committee. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-19. Council encouraged the applicants to get involved with the Friends of the La Quinta Library. 3. CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANT REQUESTS. Community Services Director Horvitz gave a brief report on the Community Services Grant requests as outlined in the staff report. Erica Zappettini, 49-010 Tango Court, representing the Desert Valley All Star Mavericks, showed a video of the group's performance and asked the City to help sponsor them to participate in the national cheerleading competition to be held in Florida in March. She stated the cost for the entire group would be approximately $30,000 and that seven members of the 25-member squad are from La Quinta. They are raising funds through sales events and sponsorships and still need approximately $1 8,000. In response to Mayor Pena, Ms. Zappettini advised the sponsors' names will be printed on their T-shirts. Council Member Sniff suggested funding in the amount of $2,000 with the understanding that the funds will be returned if they fail to raise sufficient funds to participate. Mayor Pena and Council Member Henderson supported an amount of $1 000. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff to authorize a Community Services Grant request for the Desert Valley All Star Mavericks cheerleading squad in the amount of $1,500 from the Special Projects Contingency Account with the money to be returned if the group does not attend the event. Motion failed due to lack of a second. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to authorize a Community Services Grant request for the Desert Valley All Star Mavericks cheerleading squad in the amount of $1,000 from the Special Projects Contingency Account with the money to be returned if the group does not attend the event. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-20. BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_City Council Minutes 6 February 1, 2000 4. CONSIDERATION OF METHOD TO HONOR INDIVIDUALS IN PARKS. Community Services Director Horvitz presented a brief report as outlined in the staff report. In response to Council Member Adolph, Ms. Horvitz explained a signboard will include the park name on the front and individual name plaques on the back. In response to Council Member Henderson, Ms. Horvitz confirmed the two requests received recently are on hold until a process is defined. Council Member Perkins felt memorial placements should be done in a structured manner and not overload any particular park. In response to Council Member Sniff, City Attorney Honeywell advised the City cannot control which names are selected for honoring. After a brief discussion, Council concurred to direct staff to draft a policy based on the following: donated trees to be selected from an authorized list of trees and planted in a location determined by staff; the City to be responsible for maintaining the trees; staff to determine uniform size and material of plaques; wording to read This tree donated in memory or honor) of individualZs name by name of donor;" individuals being honored, or those making the request, must be current or past residents of La Quinta; and the individual making the request shall be responsible for the costs associated with the recognition. City Manager Genovese advised staff will bring back a report on the guidelines at the next Council meeting. No action was taken. 5. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 2.65, SECTION 2.65.090(B) DEVELOPMENT FEE) OF THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO ART IN PUBLIC PLACES. Community Services Director Horvitz presented a brief report on the proposed fee reduction as outlined in the staff report. Council Member Henderson felt the potential for commercial development contributions to the program is great and supported decreasing the fee from of 1% to 1/B of 1%. BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_ City Council Minutes 7 February 1, 2000 Council Member Sniff agreed. Council Member Adolph was concerned commercial development would eventually reach build-out and result in insufficient funding for the program if the residential fee is reduced and he felt it would be difficult to increase the fee once it has been reduced. Council Member Perkins supported the reduction and pointed out the City does not have an El Paseo" like Palm Desert to display its artwork. Council Member Henderson noted the fee is passed on to the homebuyer through the price of the home. Elaine Reynolds, 49-294 Vista Bonita, member of the Cultural Arts Commission, stated the Commission has a list of locations for artwork and urged the Council not to reduce the fee. Rosita Shamis, 78-955 Del Monte Court, Vice-Chair of the Cultural Arts Commission, also spoke in favor of not reducing the fee. Phillip Shamis, 78-955 Del Monte Court, agreed the City has a lot of places to put artwork and questioned the homebuyer realizing any savings from the reduction. Mayor Pena supported the reduction and suggested some of the funds be used for art programs as well as art pieces. Council Member Sniff stated he has mixed emotions about the reduction. He asked if there's a cap on the residential amount, to which Ms. Horvitz responded no. After a brief discussion, Council concurred to continue this matter to the evening session to give staff time to provide a projection for a future residential amount based on current construction and the amount reduced last year on the fee schedule for residential development. See Page 1 2 for continued discussion.) 6. CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR COMMUNITY PARK NORTH MASTER PLAN DESIGN SERVICES. Community Development Director Horvitz presented a brief report as outlined in the staff report. BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_City Council Minutes 8 February 1, 2000 Mayor Pena noted the RFP process takes a lot of time and suggested renegotiating with the previous design services consultant. He also suggested the consultant provide pros and cons of having a dedicated sports park. Council concurred and directed staff to get input from the community. Council Member Sniff noted a letter has also been received requesting a skateboard/bike park. Robert Tyler, 44-21 5 Villeta Drive, suggested removing North" from the park name. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with Purkiss-Rose-RSI to update the current Community Park N3rth Master Plan. Council concurred. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-21. 7. CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF A PLAQUE RECOGNIZING SPONSORS FOR THE CITY ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION. Assistant City Manager Weiss presented a brief history and background on the proposed plaque as outlined in the staff report. Council Member Sniff suggested a separate plaque to honor the Tenth Anniversary Celebration Committee. After a brief discussion, Council concurred to place a 2' X 2' mosaic plaque in the courtyard to honor the sponsors and a painted plaque in City Hall for the committee. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the purchase of a 2' X 2' mosaic tile plaque at a cost of $10,734 from the applicable General Fund Account) to be placed in the courtyard in recognition of the major sponsors of the City's Tenth Anniversary Celebration, and a 2' X 2' painted plaque at a cost of $6,092 from the applicable General Fund Account) to be placed within City Hall in recognition of the Tenth Anniversary Celebration Committee. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-22. BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_ City Council Minutes 9 February 1, 2000 City Manager Genovese noted $9,500 was previously allocated for the plaque and that an additional appropriation is needed to purchase the two plaques. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve an allocation totaling $17,000 to cover the additional costs related to the two plaques for the CityZs Tenth Anniversary Celebration. Motion carried with Council Member Adolph voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-23. 8. CONSIDERATION OF AN APPOINTMENT TO THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INFORMATION EXCHANGE COMMITTEE BI-MONTHLY WORKSHOPS. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on tile in the City ClerkZs Office. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to appoint Council Member Henderson to serve on the Chamber of Commerce Information Exchange Committee Workshop. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-24. Council recessed to and until 7:00 p.m. 7:00 P.M. Council reconvened with Council Member Perkins absent. PUBLIC COMMENT See Page 11 for public comment.) PRESENTATIONS Mr. Jim Henderson, of Stoorza, Ziegaus, and Metzger, discussed the Riverside County Integrated Plan and applicable timeline for adoption. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Henderson stated the County encourages densification into existing cities where land is contiguous and economically sensible. BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_City Council Minutes 10 February 1, 2000 Council Member Adolph commented on the County's emphasis on developing infrastructure improvements in the Western section of the County to the detriment of the desert communities. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 27519 ALISO DEL REY) TO ELIMINATE A CONDITION OF APPROVAL REQUIRING GOLF COURSE SCREENING ALONG THE SOUTH BOUNDARY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF DUNE PALMS ROAD AND 100 FEET SOUTH OF DESERT STREAM DRIVE. APPLICANT: CENTURY CROWELL COMMUNITIES. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:36 p.m. Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report and advised further requests for modifications would be addressed by the applicant. Marty Butler, 1 535 South D Street, San Bernardino, representative of Century Crowell Communities, asked that Condition No.93 be modified to allow them to delay installation of the screening until the impacted homes are under construction, noting that Phase 1 does not include those lots. She also asked the condition be modified to allow removal of the screening should the adjacent property cease to be used as a golf driving range. Council Member Adolph was concerned there be some protection to ensure the screening will eventually be installed. In response to Council Member Henderson, Ms. Butler stated Century is willing to have the requirement for screening begin with the issuance of building permits for Phase 2. Gary Hopkins, 45-975 Dune Palms Road, owner of La Quinta Golf Ranch, spoke in opposition to CenturyZs modification request because of the safety factor involved. He also asked for a two-week continuance, noting that Century's latest offer on his property may make the modification unnecessary. John Pavelak, 1 535 South D Street, San Bernardino, of Century Crowell Communities, commented on their efforts to be a good neighbor in the community and advised they agree to a two-week continuance. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to continue the matter of Tentative Tract Map 27519 Aliso Del Rey-Century Crowell Communities) to February 1 5, 2000. Motion carried unanimously with Council Member Perkins ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-25. BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_ City Council Minutes 11 February 1, 2000 PUBLIC COMMENT Mike Smith, 78-467 CaIle Orense, questioned why the City has not addressed the need for a sound wall at Montero Estates City Manager Genovese advised it's part of the Developer Fee Study for future development and that the City has also approved a contract for rubberized asphalt to reduce the street noise. Name unknown), of Montero Estates, commented on how the traffic noise has affected owners' property values. PUBLIC HEARING................continued 2. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ZONING CODE AMENDMENT 2000-064, AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 9.100.140(1) AND 5) OF THE ZONING CODE TEMPORARY OUTDOOR EVENT REGULATIONS. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:07 p.m. Community Development Director Herman presented a brief report on the proposed Zoning Code Amendment as outlined in the staff report. Council Member Henderson questioned why other temporary outdoor events should be restricted during the Arts Festival. Mayor Pena suggested limiting other events within a certain proximity. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:20 p.m. Council Member Sniff supported the restriction because visitors looking for the Arts Festival might mistake the outdoor art event in the La Quinta Plaza as the Arts Festival. He suggested taking a look at it when the Art Festival is relocated. MOTION It was moved by Council Members SniffZAdolph to take up Ordinance No.338 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously with Council Member Perkins ABSENT. ORDINANCE NO.338 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 9.100.140(1) AND 5) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 2000-064). BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_City Council Minutes 1 2 February 1, 2000 It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to introduce Ordinance No.338 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Perkins ABSTAIN: None 3. PUBLIC HEARING ON ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 99-389 RECOMMENDING CERTIFICATION OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT; GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 99-064 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A PRE-ANNEXATION GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION FROM COUNTY DESIGNATION 2b 2-5 UNITS PER ACRE) TO LOW-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL 2-4 UNITS PER ACRE); ZONE CHANGE 99-092 RECOMMENDING A CHANGE FROM COUNTY DESIGNATION R-1-9000 TO LOW-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL; SPECIFIC PLAN 99-040 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR A RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 29323 TO ALLOW THE DEVELOPMENT OF 379 RESIDENTIAL UNITS ON 117 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF FRED WARING DRIVE AND JEFFERSON STREET. APPLICANT: WADE ELLIS/WARNER ENGINEERING. Mayor Pena noted the applicant has requested a continuance until February 1 5, 2000. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to continue the matter of General Plan Amendment 99-064, Zone Change 99-092, Specific Plan 99-040, and Tentative Tract Map 29323 to February 1 5, 2000, as requested by the applicant, Wade Ellis/Warner Engineering. Motion carried unanimously with Council Member Perkins ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-26. BUSINESS SESSION..............continued 5. CONTINUED) CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 2.65, SECTION 2.65.090(B) DEVELOPMENT FEE) OF THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO ART IN PUBLIC PLACES. See Page 7 for prior discussion.) City Manager Genovese advised at 500 residential units per year the current fee generates $125,000 and if reduced by half, the amount would be $62,500. As BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_ City Council Minutes 1 3 February 1, 2000 for changes in the Infrastructure Impact Fee last year, the average amount collected on a single-family unit was $3,607 and the current amount is $1,907, resulting in a variance of $850,000 for 500 units. City Attorney Honeywell noted developers have the option of paying the fee or installing their own artwork. Council Member Sniff recommended raising the exemption for residential units to $200,000. Council concurred. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to take up amended Ordinance No. 339 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously with Council Member Perkins ABSENT. ORDINANCE NO.339 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.65.090(B) OF THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ART IN PUBLIC PLACES. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to introduce Ordinance No. 339 as amended on first reading changing Section 1(B) to $200,000 with Section 1 B)(1) remaining at of 1 %). Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Perkins ABSTAIN: None Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency meeting. Council reconvened and reces9ed to Financing Authority meeting. Council reconvened. STUDY SESSION None BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02 Fsv_City Council Minutes 14 February 1, 2000 REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS Desert Resorts Regional Airport Council Member Henderson reported the airport will be holding an open house on April 3 at 4:00 p.m. ** *** * * * * * * All other reports were noted and filed. DEPARTMENT REPORTS None MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS 1. DISCUSSION OF THE FEBRUARY 7, 2000, MEETINGS REGARDING ANNEXATION OF THE AREA GENERALLY LOCATED EAST OF MONROE STREET BETWEEN AIRPORT BOULEVARD AND AVENUE 66 AND WEST OF THE NEW ALIGNMENT OF HIGHWAY 86. Council Member Sniff was concerned about holding a Special City Council meeting outside of City limits, as well as the format that would be used. He preferred sending the Mayor and one Council Member to the meetings along with appropriate staff. City Attorney Honeywell reviewed two sections of the Government Code which could potentially allow the City Council to meet outside the City. After a brief discussion, Council concurred to send Mayor Pena and Council Member Sniff to attend the two meetings with the Torres Martinez Indian Tribe and the Thermal Community Council. At this time Council discussed attendance at the 4th Annual Hispanic Awards Dinner and participation in the United Way Waiter Dinner. They also discussed the request by Robert Reinhagen to use the Senior Center for the Lullaby Off Broadway" play. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Z WJZ) JUNE 5. GREEK, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 02-15-2000-U01 02:18:05PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 01-U02 2000-U02