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MINUTES
MARCH 7, 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 None
CLOSED SESSION None
Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency to and until the hour of 3:00 p.m.
3:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Gertrude Cheney, 54-255 Avenida Carranza, expressed appreciation for the additional
covered parking at the Senior Center.
James Murphy, 54-580 Riviera, of PGA West Master Homeowners Association, urged
the Council to consider amending the General Plan during the upcoming General Plan
update to allow elimination of the equestrian trail along Madison Street, adding that
he understood from KSL that it would not delay their project.
Bill Dawes, of KSL Land Corporation, supported the request to eliminate the equestrian
trail and asked what KSL could do to expedite the process.
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Audrey Ostrowsky, P.O. Box 351, read a letter in which she questioned the City's
plans for the downtown area and the interest rate and proposed assessments for the
sewer improvements.
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CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
City Manager Genovese requested an item be added to the Consent Calendar regarding
acceptance of guest passes to the Newsweek Champions Cup Tennis Tournament
March 8-19, 2000, noting the need to add the item arose after the agenda was
posted.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to add Consent
Calendar Item No.1 5 to adopt a resolution accepting guest passes to the Newsweek
Champions Cup Tennis Tournament on March 8-19, 2000, as the need to take action
arose after posting of the agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the City Council
Minutes of February 1 5, 2000, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
ANNOUNCEMENTS None
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Pena and the City Council presented a proclamation to Fred and Dottie Rice in
honor of their years of dedicated service in the City.
Mr. Rice thanked the Council and presented a collection of Frank Capra memorabilia
to the Historical Society.
Mr. Larry Allen, past Mayor of La Quinta, pointed out the City had a City Seal on the
day it was incorporated thanks to Mr. Rice who designed it.
WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE None
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED MARCH 7, 2000.
2. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE FINANCE DIRECTOR
AND TWO MEMBERS OF THE INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD TO ATTEND
THE 2000 CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL TREASURERS ASSOCIATION CMTA)
CONFERENCE, APRIL 24-28, 2000, IN CONCORD, CALIFORNIA.
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3. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE ASSISTANT
ENGINEER II TO ATTEND A TRAFFIC CALMING STRATEGIES THAT WORK"
SEMINAR APRIL 6-7, 2000. IN COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA.
4. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING A STREET CLOSURE PERMIT FOR
THE LA QUINTA ARTS FESTIVAL EVENT TO BE HELD ON MARCH 16-19,
2000, AT THE LA QUINTA COMMUNITY PARK PURSUANT TO CONDITIONS
FOR TEMPORARY USE PERMIT 99-208 APPLICANT: LA QUINTA ARTS
FOUNDATION. RESOLUTION NO.2000-16)
5. APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR CIVIC CENTER CAMPUS
ARTWORK.
6. APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COACHELLA VALLEY WATER
DISTRICT CVWD) FOR CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2000-01, PHASE VI IMPROVEMENTS.
7. APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH KSL LAND HOLDINGS, INC., FOR
REPLACEMENT OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AT AVENUE 52 AND JEFFERSON
STREET.
8. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO.017 TO THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA STATE AGREEMENT 08-5433 FOR STATE LOCAL
TRANSPORTATION PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM SLTPP) FUNDING FOR
PROJECT NO.98-09, WASHINGTON STREET BRIDGE IMPROVEMENT.
9. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM.
10. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A
FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR TRACT
28961, BROOKFIELD HERITAGE, INC. RESOLUTION NO.2000-17)
11. APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PURKISS-
ROSE-RSI TO PROVIDE THE COMMUNITY PARK MASTER PLAN UPDATE.
12. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION REAFFIRMING THE CITY'S ADOPTED BICYCLE
TRANSPORTATION PLAN. RESOLUTION NO.2000-18)
13. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GUEST BADGES TO THE NABISCO
DINAH SHORE GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BE HELD MARCH 21-26, 2000, IN
RANCHO MIRAGE, CALIFORNIA. RESOLUTION NO.2000-19)
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14. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GUEST PASSES TO NEWSWEEK
CHAMPIONS CUP TENNIS TOURNAMENT ON MARCH 17, 2000.
RESOLUTION NO.2000-20)
15. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GUEST PASSES TO NEWSWEEK
CHAMPIONS CUP TENNIS TOURNAMENT HELD ON MARCH 8-19, 2000.
RESOLUTION NO.2000-21) See Confirmation of Agenda)
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the
Consent Calendar as recommended and amended with Item Nos. 4, 10, 12, 13,
14, and 15 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 2000-16 THROUGH
2000-21 respectively. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.
2000-40.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION YPICAL STREET IMPROVEMENTS AND DETAILS
OF AMENITIES TO BE INSTALLED, PROJECT NO. 98-19, PHASE VI
IMPROVEMENTS.
Public Works Director Vogt presented the history and background of the project
as outlined in the staff report and reviewed the alternatives for the water
features, color scheme/theme, and landscaping theme.
Water Features
Council Member Adolph questioned why all the designs are with pots and
voiced concern about alkali build up.
Council Member Sniff preferred Alternative #4 Attachment 6) with some type
of spray effect from the pond toward the center.
Council Member Henderson suggested Alternatives #2 Attachment 4) and #4
Attachment 6) at alternate ends of the street and suggested using like tile on
both water features.
Council Member Perkins liked Alternative #4 Attachment 6) and suggested
using antique pots to help with the water discoloration factor.
Mayor Pena supported Alternatives #2 Attachment 4) and #4 Attachment 6)
at alternate ends of the street.
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Council Member Adolph favored Alternative #1 Attachment 3) and #4
Attachment 6) and agreed with some type of arching water spray.
Council concurred to use Alternative #2 Attachment 4) on the east end of Calle
Estado and Alternative #4 Attachment 6) on the west end, using older/aged
pots, and similar tile treatment on both water features with an arched spray
effect on Alternative #4.
Color Scheme/Theme
In response to Council Member Perkins, Ron Gregory, Landscape Architect,
pointed out that oil stains show up more on light-colored pavers.
Council Member Adolph commented on the street being used at night for the
Mainstreet Marketplace voiced concern about dark-colored pavers being a safety
hazard.
Council Member Sniff suggested some type of low-level lighting or reflective
material on the curbs at heavy traffic crossing areas to help mitigate the safety
hazard.
Mr. Vogt noted the areas will be marked for handicapped.
After a brief discussion, the Council concurred to use the paver pattern in
Attachment 7 Uni-Decor/basket weave pattern) with the Old Towne Blend color
scheme in Attachment 8 and Kahlua-colored concrete banding and white verde
street lamp posts.
Council concurred to continue this item and take up Business Session Item No.7 at
this time.
7. CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANT REQUEST FROM THE
C.A.R.E. PROGRAM.
Community Services Director Horvitz presented the request as outlined in the
staff report.
Juan De Lara, of the C.A.R.E. Program, stated they expect an attendance of
250 for the training this year and hope it will become an annual event.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Captain Singerton, of the Riverside
County Sheriff's Department, stated the program is designed to help officers
recognize elderly abuse and that other crimes are usually involved.
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MOTION It was moved by Council Members SniffiHenderson to approve a
Community Services Grant request for the C.A.R.E. Program from the Special
Projects Contingency Account in the amount of $1,000. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000A1.
1. CONSIDERATION OF PROTOTYPICAL STREET IMPROVEMENTS AND DETAILS
OF AMENITIES TO BE INSTALLED, PROJECT NO. 98-19, PHASE VI
IMPROVEMENTS. continued)
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Landscane Theme
After a brief discussion, Council concurred to utilize the desert landscape plan
Attachment 1 3) with annual color in accent areas and no citrus trees.
Traffic Circulation
Mr. Vogt reported staff is recommending a teardrop island pattern for the one
way ZY" intersections, which will require existing trees to be moved inward.
Staff also proposed the placement of one street lamppost on each island to tie
in with the theme on Calle Estado.
Council Member Adolph stated the owner of the La Quinta Grill has voiced
concern about changing from a two-way to a one-way YZZ intersection.
Mr. Vogt advised directional arrows could be marked on the pavement.
Council Member Perkins suggested temporary directional signs for a 30-day
period and using double yellow lines on the pavement.
After a brief discussion, Council concurred to place one street lamppost with
the lumens increased) on each teardrop island and to locate the lamppost two-
thirds of the distance from the center of the island toward the point with the
lamppost pointing toward the point.
MOTION Z It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve
prototypical street improvements and details of amenities to be installed with
Project No.98-19, Phase VI Improvements as follows: locate Fountain Design II
Attachment 4) at the east end of Calle Estado and Fountain Design IV
Attachment 6) with an arched spray effect at the west end, using older/aged
pots and a similar tile treatment on both fountains; use the Uni-Decor basket
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weave Attachment 7) paver design with the Old Towne Blend color scheme
with Kahlua-colored concrete banding and white verde street lampposts; utilize
the desert landscape theme with annual color in accent areas and no citrus
trees; and place one street lamppost with increased lumens) on each teardrop
island with the lamppost located two-thirds of the distance from the center of
the island toward the point with the lamppost pointing toward the point.
Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-42.
Council concurred to take up Business Session Item No.6 at this time.
6. CONSIDERATION OF FUNDING REQUEST FROM THE GREATER COACHELLA
VALLEY SOAP BOX DERBY.
There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on file in the City
Clerk's Office.
Council Member Adolph asked about including La Quinta" in the title since
La Quinta is the only City that financially supports the event and asked if other
cities are asked to contribute.
Lucia Moran, P.O. Box 1305, stated she has asked other cities to support the
event and that the Soap Box Derby headquarters in Akron, Ohio requires the
name of the local group to reflect the geographic area involved in the local
event, which includes the entire valley area. She stated the City logo will be
prominent in Fox's new commercial.
A brief discussion ensued wherein Council expressed their desire to have the
City's name listed in some prominent manner if possible.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the
Community Services Grant request by the Greater Coachella Valley Soap Box
Derby in the amount of $2,700 from the Special Projects Contingency Account.
Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-43.
2. CONSIDERATION OF SITE AMENITIES FOR THE COVE OASIS/LAkE CAHUILLA
TRAIL, PROJECT NO.98-18.
Public Works Director Vogt reviewed the site amenities alternatives for the Cove
OasisiLake Cahuilla Trail as outlined in the staff report, advising that Kim
Rhodes, of David Evans and Associates, was present to answer questions.
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Trail Head Sianage
In response to Council Member Adolph, Ms. Rhodes advised Alternative #1
includes a call box and adding a call box to Alternative #2 will increase the cost
to $14,000.
Council Member Adolph preferred the least expensive sign Alternative #2
Attachment 5) with a call box and felt it should be located at the beginning of
the trail near the parking lot.
Council Member Sniff preferred Alternative #1 Attachment 4).
Council Member Henderson liked Alternative #1 Attachment 4) but felt itZs
important to put in the infrastructure during Phase I and suggested the shade
structure over the sign be added during a later phase. She agreed with moving
the sign out on the path but felt more hikers would be entering from the Bear
Creek Bike Path.
Mayor Pena was concerned about the sign being vandalized.
Council Member Perkins supported Alternative #2 Attachment 5) with a call
box and agreed with moving the sign near the parking lot.
Council Member Henderson noted the call box is needed in the oasis area.
Mayor Pena supported Alternative #1 Attachment 4). He also agreed with
moving the sign closer to the trail but still in the oasis area and with having
some type of sign near the parking lot to direct people to the monument sign
and oasis.
After a brief discussion, the consensus of Council was to select Alternative #1
and locating it out toward the beginning of the oasis by the existing trail.
Mr. Vogt noted that staff is recommending the use of small rocks to delineate
a portion of the proposed trail leading from the parking lot to the oasis.
Council concurred.
Shade Structures
AfterZa brief discussion, Council concurred on Style A Attachment 8).
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WaterFeature
Council Member Henderson felt maintenance of a water feature in that area
might be a problem.
Council Member Perkins liked Alternative #2 Attachment 12).
Council Member Adolph was opposed to having a water feature in the oasis.
Council Member Sniff supported Alternative #2 Attachment 12).
Mayor Pena felt a water feature would be a mistake and unnatural to the area.
Council Member Henderson supported Alternative #2 Attachment 1 2) in a later
phase of the project.
The consensus of the Council was to select Alternative #2 Affachment 12).
Further consideration of this item was continued to the evening session.
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Council recessed to and until 7:00 p.m.
7:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENT
John Gentry, 81-290 Iris Court, lndio, representing Marty Cook, 51-820 Avenida
Herrera, spoke regarding a Claim for Damages filed by Mr. Cook, stating Mr. Cook
would like the Council to reconsider the denial of his claim.
City Attorney Honeywell clarified that the letter sent to Mr. Cook was a rejection of
the claim by the City's claims administrator and that since the Council has not acted
upon the claim, it has not been officially denied.
Mayor Pena informed Mr. Gentry and Mr. Cook that staff would notify them when the
Coun6il is scheduled to consider the claim.
PRESENTATIONS None
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF THE 10-FOOT-WIDE
PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT RESERVED ADJACENT TO SPANISH HILLS LANE
IN PGA WEST TRACT 28603-1, STREET VACATION 2000-041.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:07 p.m.
Public Works Director Vogt introduced the staff report describing the proposed
vacation.
Victor Villeneuve, the applicant representing the landowners, stated he was
available to answer questions.
There being no further requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC
HEARING CLOSED at 7:09 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO.2000-22
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, Z
CALIFORNIA, VACATING A PORTION OF THE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT
ADJACENT TO SPANISH HILLS LANE IN PGA WEST TRACT 28603-1 STREET
VACATION CASE NO.2000-041).
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No.
2000-22 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
2. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ALTERNATIVES.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:20 pm.
Community Development Director Herman introduced the staff report.
Council Member Adolph was in favor of looking at the land use designation for
the equestrian trail at PGA West, stating he felt the designation is outdated and
that the existing equestrian trails in that area are not being used.
Council Member Perkins supported maintaining the land use designation to
preserve the rural quality of life within the area.
Council Member Sniff agreed.
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Council Member Henderson was in favor of securing additional input before
making a recommendation to change the General Plan land use.
Mayor Pena generally concurred that the equestrian uses are no longer
occurring in that area and felt further study is warranted.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members SniffiHenderson to continue the
public hearing on General Plan Land Use Alternatives to April 4, 2000, and to
direct staff to provide notice to the equestrian property owners in the southeast
area of the City of the consideration of a possible General Plan Amendment as
it relates to the equestrian trail system. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE
ORDER NO. 2OOOZ4.
Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency meeting.
JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS WITH THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
3. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA TO CONSIDER A
RESOLUTION APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE
AND SALE AGREEMENT AND OPERATING AND USE AGREEMENT BY AND
BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE I-A QUINTA HISTORICAL
SOCIETY FOR ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY TO BE OPERATED AS A PUBLIC
MUSEUM AND ALLOWING THE CITY TO LOAN FUNDS TO THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO ACQUIRE THE MUSEUM.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:38 p.m.
Assistant City Manager Weiss introduced the staff report recommending
adoption of a resolution to approve the purchase of the museum property and
a loan to the Redevelopment Agency for the property and closing costs in the
amount of $115,000.
Audrey Ostrowsky, P.O. Box 351, spoke in opposition to the loan, stating she
felt the City should not be supporting non-profit organizations with public funds.
A brief discussion ensued wherein Council expressed their support for the
purchase.
There being no further requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC
HEARING CLOSED at 7:43 p.m.
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RESOLUTION NO.2000-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF I-A QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE
AND SALE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
AND THE LA QUINTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOR ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN
PROPERTY TO BE OPERATED AS A PUBLIC MUSEUM AND MAKING CERTAIN
FINDINGS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No.
2000-23 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
4. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO TWO
AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENTS BY AND BETWEEN THE I-A QUINTA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND CATELLUS RESIDENTIAL GROUP FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF JEFFERSON STREET
AND AVENUE 48. APPLICANT: CATELLUS RESIDENTIAL GROUP.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:49 p.m.
Community Development Director Herman introduced the staff report requesting
a continuance to April 4, 2000.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to continue the
public hearing amendment to two Affordable Housing Agreements with
Catellus Residential Group) to April 4, 2000. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-45.
BUSINESS SESSION............continued
2. CONSIDERATION OF SITE AMENITIES FOR THE COVE OASIS/LAKE CAHUILLA
TRAIL, PROJECT NO.98-18. continued)
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Public Works Director Vogt continued his review of the site amenities
alternatives as follows:
SZrav Towers
After a brief discussion, Council concurred to eliminate the spray towers from
the design.
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Drinking Fountains
Council Member Henderson preferred Alternative No. 1 Attachment 1 7)
featuring two separate heights.
Council concurred on Alternative No.1 for the drinking fountain.
FreestandinZ Bench
Council Member Sniff questioned the cost of Alternative No.1, stating he felt
$4,500 is excessive for this type of seating.
Council Member Henderson indicated a preference for Alternative No. 2
Attachment 20), which is a grouping of selected boulders.
Council concurred by consensus.
Restroom Building
Council Member Perkins was opposed to this type of structure in remote areas
from the standpoint of public safety.
Council Member Adolph felt the design should include a sink.
After a discussion of the need for this facility, the Council consensus, with
Mayor Pena dissenting, was to approve Alternative No.1 Attachment 21).
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the site
amenities for the Cove Oasis/Lake Cahuilla Trail, Project No.98-18 as directed
by the City Council. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.
2000-46.
3. CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CALLE RONDO DRAINAGE
CHANNEL IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO.98-li.
Public Works Director Vogt presented the staff report outlining theZ history of the
bidding procZess for this project.
Council Member Henderson questioned if the landscaping was included in this
bid. Mr. Vogt responded that it was not included but adequate funding was
provided for the landscaping elsewhere.
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MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to appropriate an
additional $29,000 from Redevelopment Project Area No.1 Funds toward the
Calle Rondo Drainage Channel Improvements and award a contract in the
amount of $165,105.70 to Nottson Construction, Inc. to construct Project No.
98-11, Calle Rondo Drainage Channel Improvements, defined within the Base
Bid Area and Add Alternate Bid Schedule 1. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTE ORDER NO.200047.
4. CONSIDERATION OF ART PANELS FOR BUS SHELTERS.
Community Services Director Horvitz introduced the staff report and advised
the Cultural Arts Commission is recommending designs 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, and 10
and requested additional sketchs depicting an Ocotillo plant, which is provided
as Attachment 3 for Council's consideration.
Council discussed the designs and indicated a general dissatisfaction with the
selections available.
Mayor Pena suggested Council consider the designs on an individual basis and
indicate their preferences, which resulted in Council Members Henderson,
Perkins, Sniff, and Mayor Pena selecting Design #2, all members selecting
Design #6, and Council Members Henderson, Perkins, and Sniff selecting
Design #9.
Council Member Perkins suggested the artist be asked to present a design
incorporating the image of the City mascot, the quail.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to request the
artist to submit four additional designs to complete the required seven art panels
for bus shelters, one of which should depict a quail motif. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-48.
5. CONSIDERATION OF CRITERIA AND METHODS FOR THE SELECTION OF
INDIVIDUALS FOR THE CIVIC CENTER CAMPUS ACKNOWLEDGMENT AREAS.
Council concurred with the recommendation of Council Member Perkins to
reorder this matter to the end of the agenda due to the length of time it was
expected to take.
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B. CONTINUED CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE
PROPOSED NATIONAL MONUMENT DESIGNATION.
Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report and stated
the latest revisions to the legislation introduced on February 1 6, 2000, by
Congresswoman Mary Bono as HR 3676 are contained in the staff report.
After a brief discussion Council concurred they were not prepared to adopt a
resolution of support at this time.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members SniffiHenderson to continue the
matter of support of the proposed National Monument designation to April 4,
2000, and direct staff to contact Congresswoman Bono's office to request a
member of her staff who is familiar with the legislation to attend the April 4
meeting to address the Council's questions and concerns. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.200049.
9. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST TO WAIVE THE REQUIREMENT FOR
UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC SERVICE WIRES AT 51-640 AVENIDA VELASCO.
Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report outlining
the request by Mr. Brad Roy.
Council Member Sniff questioned the frequency of this type of request.
Building & Safety Director Hartung stated a limited number of these requests
have been received with only two having been presented to the Council.
Mayor Pena wished to see this type of request handled by staff administratively,
to which Mr. Hartung responded that it would require an amendment to the
ordinance.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the
request of Mr. Brad Roy to waive the requirement of undergrounding the
electrical conductors at 51-640 Avenida Velasco, which he claims would be
unreasonable, impractical, and cause undue hardship, and direct staff to prepare
an ordinance amendment for Council's consideration to allow staff discretionary
authority to approve waivers of this type. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-SO.
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10. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE TO THE EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS
CVAG).
There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on file in the City
Clerk's Office.
Council Member Perkins outlined his request to step down as the alternate to
the CVAG Executive Committee citing other pressing assignments.
Council concurred to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Sniff to serve as the alternate on
this committee.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Perkins to appoint the
Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem to serve as the delegate and alternate on the CVAG
Executive Committee. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.
2000-51.
11. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO.340
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF I-A QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A ZONE CHANGE ASSIGNING A LOW DENSITY
RESIDENTIAL DESIGNATION TO 117 ACRES LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST
CORNER OF FRED WARING DRIVE AND JEFFERSON STREET WADE
ELLIS/WARNER ENGINEERING).
It was moved by Council Members SnifflAdolph to adopt Ordinance No.340 on
second reading. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
STUDY SESSION
1. DISCUSSION OF FAIRWAY ADVERTISING'S PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE
CITY'S BILLBOARD REGULATIONS.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to table the
study session Discussion of Fairway Advertising's Proposed Amendment to the
City's Billboard Regulations). Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.
2000-52.
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BUSINESS SESSION...............continued
5. CONSIDERATION OF CRITERIA AND METHODS FOR THE SELECTION OF
INDIVIDUALS FOR THE CIVIC CENTER CAMPUS ACKNOWLEDGMENT AREAS
continued).
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Council Member Perkins felt the staff report did not provide the degree of
specific criteria needed to determine how to select an honoree. He asked if, tor
example, every individual who had ever been a veteran would be included in the
veterans acknowledgment area simply because they had at some time lived in
La Quinta.
Council Member Sniff stated he felt this should be the case.
Council Member Adolph noted the earlier presentation to Mr. and Mrs. Rice had
pointed out contributions made to the community by celebrities like Frank
Capra. He felt these individuals should be easy to identify and should be
included in the recognition areas.
Mayor Pena suggested other communities have established programs to
recognize prominent citizens and requested staff to research what has been
done elsewhere.
Council Member Henderson agreed and suggested staff be directed to look into
what other cities have developed as policies or written criteria.
Council agreed by unanimous consensus.
ZTSANDlNFRMATIOALITEM
League of California Cities-Riverside Division Council Member Henderson reminded
Council about the dinner meeting in the Civic Center Courtyard on Monday, March 13,
2000.
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All other reports were noted and filed.
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DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1-B. REPORT ON LIBRARY OPERATIONS.
Council Member Adolph questioned the line item dealing with shared costs.Z
Management Analyst Wilson stated the figures outlined in Attachment 1 were
supplied by the County Library System with no further breakdowns provided.
Council Member Adolph was concerned about the length of time the library has
been without a Branch Manager and asked staff to urge the County Librarian to
expedite filling of this position.
3-B. CITY COUNCIL SUMMER MEETING SCHEDULE.
City Cierk Greek requested guidance regarding the City Council summer meeting
schedule.
After a discussion of the events scheduled throughout the summer months, the
Council, by consensus, directed staff to reschedule the July 4 meeting to July 5
and to cancel the September 5 meeting.
6-A. SCHOOL GRANT UPDATE.
Council Member Adolph asked if staff knew why the Truman and Adams
Schools had not requested grants as set aside, to which Community Services
Director Horvitz responded no.
Council Member Adolph asked staff to monitor this and stated he would like
to be able to offer the funds to the High School or Middle School if Truman and
Adams Schools are not going to utilize their allocations for this year.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERSZ ITEM
1. DISCUSSION REGARDING A FORMAL COMMENDATION FOR THE CITY
MANAGER AND PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER.
Council Member Perkins asked that the Mayor prepare a formal commendation
for City Manager Genovese and Public Works Director/City Engineer Vogt for
their participation in the Washington Street widening project.
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Council Member Sniff suggested the commendation be prepared for signature
by all members of the City Council.
2. DISCUSSION REGARDING A TRAFFIC GRANT FOR MOTOR OFFICERS.
Council Member Perkins asked for a status report on the progress of applying
for a traffic grant to fund motor officers in the City.
3. DISCUSSION REGARDING PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES.
Council Member Henderson asked staff to look into preparing mailing envelopes
with some special treatment for public hearings to alert the public as to the
importance of the mailing.
Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency meeting.
Council reconvened.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
JUNE S GREEK, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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