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2000 04 04 CC Minutesd_`# LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 4, 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 Robert Tyler, 44-215 Villeta Drive, spoke regarding the violation of construction hours and suggested construction sites be required to post allowed construction hours. Audrey Ostrowsky, P.O. Box 351, urged the Council to consider changing Avenida Montezuma to a two-way street. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Confirmed APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the City Council Minutes of March 21, 2000, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS None BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#City Council Minutes 2 April 4, 2000 PRESENTATIONS Mayor Pefla presented a proclamation to Ana Stockwell for the Harvest Weilness Foundation for their work in the community. Council Member Sniff presented a document the City has received in recognition of its contribution to the Adopt an Acre Program. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE 1. LETTER OF APPRECIATION FROM DESERT VALLEY ALL STARS CHEER. Received and filed. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED APRIL 4, 2000. 2. APPROVAL OF THE DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY. 3. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR PARCEL MAP 29422. RESOLUTION NO.2000-28) 4. ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT 23995-2, INCO HOMES. 5. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PREPARE THE PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001. RESOLUTION NO.2000-29) MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended and with Item Nos. 3 and 5 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 2000-28 and 2000-29 respectively. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-57. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#Z City Council Minutes 3 April 4, 2000 BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONTINUED CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE PROPOSED NATIONAL MONUMENT DESIGNATION. Community Development Director Herman presented a brief report as outlined in the staff report. In response to Counoil Member Henderson, Frank Cullen, of Congresswoman Bono's Office, advised some minor more technical in nature" changes are expected to be in the mark-up next week. He added the language will accommodate the use of regulated motorized vehicles and the boundary map will be attached. Council Member Adolph was concerned about private rights of property owners and how the National Monument designation might affect future development. He noted the City has one of the most restrictive hillside ordinances in the Valley and did not want to see the Federal government supersede it. Mr. Cullen stated Congresswoman Bono is sensitive to those concerns but the Secretary of the Interior and Secretary of Agriculture will interpret the management of the area once it's designated as a National Monument. The National Monument designation is expected to be in place either by Congressional or Executive order by the end of the year. The intent of the proposed legislation is to address private property concerns in concert with preservation of the hillsides. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Cullen stated he understood a fair level of compromise has been reached with all the relevant stakeholders and that they are satisfied. He agreed to forward the mark-up draft to Council as soon as it's available. Council Member Sniff suggested no action be taken until the final draft is completed. In response to Mayor Pena, Mr. Cullen advised the specific areas of concern seem to be interim management and restriction of developments already underway. He said although the Department of the Interior is not willing to codify that concern in the legislation's language, they are sensitive to it. The Z Secretary of the Interior has indicated he now feels a compromise can be reached and would most likely support the legislation. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#City Council Minutes 4 April 4,2000 Katie Barrows of C. V. Mountains Conservancy, commended Congresswoman Bono's staff for their efforts. She pointed out the National Monument designation will provide potential for funding and a management plan for the mountain areas. Wayne Hancock, 55Z920 PGA Boulevard, of KSL Land Corporation, stated he expects to be pleased with the final product but noted itZs still a moving target at this time. KSL is opposed to a buffer zone and wants clear designation on what is in and out of the National Monument. Council Member Henderson agreed with taking no action until something more defined is available to look at. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to continue the issue of supporting the proposed National Monument designation until May 2, 2000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-58. 2. CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANT REQUEST FROM THE MEALS ON WHEELS PROGRAM. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the grant request as outlined in the staff report. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Perkins/Henderson to approve the Community Services Grant request for the Meals on Wheels program from the Special Projects Contingency Account in the amount of $650. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-59. 3. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ClTYZS BALLOTS FOR PARTICIPATION IN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2000-1, PHASE VI PUBLIC SEWER IMPROVEMENTS. Public Works Director Vogt presented the proposed resolution as outlined in the staff report. In response to Audrey Ostrowsky, P.O. Box 351, Mayor Pena explained the proposed appropriation is for assessments on the properties owned by the City. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#Z City Council Minutes 5 April 4, 2000 RESOLUTION NO.2000-30 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ClTYZS BALLOTS FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2000-1, PHASE VI PUBLIC SEWER IMPROVEMENTS. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2000-30 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve an appropriation in the amount of $19,776.40 from the General Fund Reserve to pay for the proposed assessments for Assessment District 2000-1). Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-60. 4. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH CENTURY CROWELL COMMUNITIES FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO ADAMS STREET. Public Works Director Vogt gave a brief report on the proposed Reimbursement Agreement as outlined in the staff report. Mayor Pena suggested the possibility of adding other small strips to developments in a similar manner to save the City money. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve a Reimbursement Agreement with Century Crowell Communities for improvements to Adams Street and approve an appropriation of $46,700 from the Infrastructure Fund Reserve to an account specifically established for this Reimbursement Agreement. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-61. Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency meeting. Council reconvened. 5. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZING THE ASSESSMENT ENGINEER OF RECORD TO BEGIN PREPARATION OF THE ENGlNEERZS REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED OVERLYING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR UNDER-GROUNDING UTILITIES FOR PHASE VI A VILLAGE COMMERCIAL AREA MODIFIED) AND PHASE VI C WESTWARD HO AREA. Public Works Director Vogt presented a brief report regarding the projected timeline for completion of the process. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#City Council Minutes 6 April 4, 2000 In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Vogt confirmed the residents who submitted petitions for undergrounding have been told the original figure is subject to increase due to spreading the soft costs over fewer parcels. Council Member Adolph was concerned about holding the public hearing in August when so many people are out of town. Mayor Pena noted the property owners will have from June 9 to August 1 to cast their ballot and that the public hearing is only a formality for tabulating the vote. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Vogt confirmed the improvements that are not affected by the utility undergrounding may be able to move forward. Wells Marvin, 78-080 CaIle Estado, urged Council to move forward and expressed hope that lID will share in the costs since undergrounding will reduce their maintenance costs. He also wished to explore options for those being assessed to participate in buying of the bonds. Joyce SivIcy, 79-775 Westward Ho Drive, hoped the City would move forward with sewer improvements in those areas that already have utility undergrounding. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to direct the Assessment Engineer of Record to begin preparation of the Engineer's Report for the proposed overlying assessment district for undergrounding utilities and direct the Design Engineer to complete plans, specifications, and cost estimates to place utilities underground in the Phase VI A Village Commercial area modified) and Phase VI C Westward Ho area. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-62. Council concurred to take up Department Report 1-B at this time. DEPARTMENT REPORTS 1-B. REPORT ON LIBRARY OPERATIONS. Gary Christmas, County Librarian, gave a brief overview of the County Library System and announced the new librarian for the La Quinta Library is Miguel Rodriguez. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`# City Council Minutes 7 April 4, 2000 Council Member Adolph voiced dissatisfaction with the County Library System, noting the City receives minimal return for its contribution. The City was underpaid in library goods and services by $25,000 and had to bring it to the County's attention, and yet pays for three management positions a local management position which was vacant for five months, a library administrator, and a zone library manager) who should be overseeing the County's responsibility to take care of the individual libraries. He also questioned why the Friends of the La Quinta Library have not been asked for input regarding the local library needs. Mr. Christmas stated the underpayment was an oversight and the $25,000 shortfall was due to a reduction in staff after the prior manager retired. The County proposes to make up the difference in library materials. As for the selection of books, that is done by the local professional library staff. Council Member Henderson pointed out the Desert Zone libraries now receive the benefit of the $2 million budget, which did not happen in the past and noted it's the current upside-down situation that created the Council's desire to enter into a separate MOU with the County in order to secure additional services for the La Quinta Library. She viewed the contribution of $710,000 as the City's contribution to the overall health and welfare of the desert library system which she felt would have a difficult time surviving if La Quinta should decide to pull out of the County system. Mr. Christmas pointed out the County has fulfilled the MOU in remodeling the La Quinta Library having spent more than $710,000 during the last calendar year. Council Member Perkins stated he has also been disappointed with the County Library System and hopes to see a major improvement next year. Mayor Pena shared the frustration of the other Council Members and hopes to see improvements in the future. Council Member Sniff suggested more frequent meetings and hoped to make it clear that the Council wants to work with the County Library System. He noted the City plans to build a library on the Civic Center Campus and will be considering management for it, and he would feel better if the County system performed in a more adequate manner. Mayor Pena left the meeting at this time. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#City Council Minutes 8 April 4, 2000 STUDY SESSION 1. DISCUSSION OF DRAFT FISCAL YEAR 200012001 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM CIP). Senior Engineer Freeland presented the Draft CIP and noted after Council's review staff will complete the Final CIP draft for public review and approval on May 2, 2000. Public Works Director Vogt reviewed the projects recommended for removal from the CIP and advised Council may wish to consider adding as an additional project, a six-foot-high perimeter wall fronting Saguaro, Sagebrush, and Bottlebrush at an approximate cost of $140,000- $150,000. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Vogt stated staff proposes to bid the project as both a sound wall and aesthetic wall to determine if a sound wall upgrade is worthwhile. Council Member Henderson noted Infrastructure Fee" on Page 2of the CIP) should be changed to Development Impact Fee DIF). In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Vogt confirmed the City of Rancho Mirage charges developers a per-square-foot tax which is put in a fund for utility undergrounding. Council Member Henderson asked if new development in La Quinta could be conditioned to pay into a similar fund. City Attorney Honeywell advised research would be necessary to see if it's possible to charge a tax under the basic DIF which is related to impact of new development. She added there is merit in considering placing the cost of undergrounding in the DIF in situations where the major electrical is located on one side of the street to ensure both sides of the street pay equally. Mr. Vogt noted Southern California Edison uses Rule 28 funding which lID does not have. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Vogt agreed to clarify in the CIP document that no large balance of funds are available to be allocated. He explained some of the projects listed as 100% complete, are actually proposed to beZcompleted by the end of the year and some of the funds are specific in use. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`# City Council Minutes 9 April 4, 2000 Council Member Henderson noted the wall at Montero Estates is listed as a project in the CIP to be funded from the DIF and she supported staffZs recommendation to do the same for the SaguarolSagebrush/Bottlebrush wall. She questioned how residents on Sagebrush would access the pocket park and asked about including an additional sidewalk in the CIP for the area along Avenue 50 between Washington Street and the school. Mr. Vogt advised staff would look into access to the pocket park and are currently looking for grant funding for the sidewalk. Council Member Henderson wished to see the sidewalk listed as a priority in the CIP, with funds to be determined. She felt it should go forward even if grant funds do not come through. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Sniff, Mr. Freeland advised the sidewalk will cost approximately $52,000. Mr. Vogt stated there are other right-of-way issues to work out at the corner of Avenue 50 and Washington Street in relation to the sidewalk. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Freeland advised the agreement with Century Crowell Communities was for soil stabilization of the park site and did not include the shoulder area. Council Member Henderson questioned the increase in operating costs for the Fritz Burns Park, to which Mr. Nickerson, the consultant, respondedhe would look into it and report back to Council. City Manager Genovese advised there are some lighting and cleaning costs. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Genovese confirmed the additional projects are not prioritized and the new fire station cannot be included in the DIF until negotiations are completed. Council Member Henderson noted the need to change ADZ1 9 to AD 1 2 on Page 15. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Vogt stated staff has not received input from the SaguarolSagebrush/Bottlebrush residents regarding the proposed play equipment for the pocket park and the additional Sports Complex lighting is forZexisting fields. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#City Council Minutes 10 April 4, 2000 In response to Council Member Adolph, Community Services Director Horvitz advised there is no plan at this time to expand the fields at the Sports Complex. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Nickerson confirmed the library design is for a 20,000 sq. ft. facility, proposed to be built in two phases of equal size. In response to Council Member Adolph, Ms Horvitz stated the Cove Mini Park is a new proposed mini-park at an undetermined site in the Cove. Council Member Adolph asked about the sidewalk on Sagebrush, to which Mr. Vogt responded it will be located on the north side of the street because the residents do not want it on the south side. Council Member Perkins suggested making the page numbering in the CIP less confusing. In summarizing Council's comments, Mr. Vogt listed the following: a perimeter wall for the SaguarolSagebrush/Bottlebrush area will be added to the CIP as part of the 2000/2001 FY Capital Improvement Program to be funded under DIF; a sidewalk along Avenue 50 between Washington Street and the school will be added as a project in the CIP; and staff will try to find a route from Sagebrush to the pocket park. He also referenced several minor corrections and clarifications. Council recessed to and until 7:00 p.m. 7:00 P.M. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Pro Tern Sniff announced the opening ceremonies for the Greater Coachella Valley Soap Box Derby will be held April 8 at 9:00 a.m. PUBLIC COMMENT None BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`# City Council Minutes 11 April 4, 2000 PRESENTATIONS The Mayor and Council Members presented art awards to the following students of Truman Elementary School whose artwork has been displayed at City Hall: Nicole Armour Alma Duran Jaclynn Munoz Angela Ault Nicolette Eichel Evelyn Nunez David Babicky Derek Ellerbrock Andy Piayarat Jennifer Barron Paula Flores Brittanie Pimental Bailey Battin Maria Galaviz Victoria Radler Kelsey Battin Rebecca Garza Kannon Riding Kyle Boeckmann Danyel Gil Kohl Riding Matthew Burkett Cindy Gomez Aaron Rivera Francisco Calderon Chelsea Goodrich Kerresa Robinson Gina Cannella Chaunequa Gore Jesse Sanchez Allan Contreras Codi Hale Myranda Sanchez Heidi Contreras Ashley Kowallek Anja Santiago Joshua CuIp Yesina Lara David Schuknecht Dashon Cunningham Gregory Latta Erin Schumaier Miranda Diaz Yessenia Luevano Anthony Shields Corrie Demarbiex Jennifer Lule Jerry Torres Nicole DeOliveira Clyde Lynch Marco Velarde Veronica Dominguez Danielle Mistier Shelby Walker Bianca Duenas Randy Morales Clint Woods PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ALTERNATIVES AND DISCUSSION ON THE LOCATION OF EXISTING AND PROPOSED EQUESTRIAN TRAILS ANDIOR THE ELIMINATION OF EQUESTRIAN TRAILS WITHIN THE CITY AND POTENTIAL ANNEXATION AREAS. The Mayor Pro Tem declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:20 p.m. Community Development Director Herman presented a brief report as outlined in the staff report. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Herman confirmed the equestrian trail under consideration to be eliminated is along Madison Street to Avenue 58 and Lake Cahuilla. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#City Council Minutes 12 April 4, 2000 Robert Kull, 54-721 Monroe Street, spoke in support of retaining the equestrian trail. Carol Gans, 3298 Tigertail Lane, representing Desert Riders, supported retaining the equestrian trail, noting it's a link to other equestrian trails. Steven Sims, 255 N. El Cielo Road, Palm Springs, of Bicycling Pursuits Group, spoke in favor of retaining trails in general, including bike trails. He felt continuity between the trails in the Valley is important. Alex Jacoy, 78-1 96 Calle Norte, supported retaining the equestrian trail and noted some of the property owners in the potential annexation area to the southeast are horsemen. He stated other cities are designing trails as multi- purpose trails using one side for horses and the other for walking and biking with a fence dividing them. Gary Mitchell, 8300 Utica Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, a consultant representing Empire Polo Club, commented on the importance of the trail remaining a link to the Pacific Crest Trail. He cited the effect its elimination would have on the General Plans of both lndio and the County due to loss of continuity in the trail system. He urged the Council to retain the equestrian trails as they are or to re-designate them as multi-purpose trails. Sue Johnson, P.O. Box 3791, Palm Desert, of C. V. Trails Council, spoke in support of retaining the equestrian trails. Ron Segal, 65798 10th Street, Desert Hot Springs, asked the Council to retain the trails. Ray Barmore, P. 0. Box 1106, Palm Desert, President of C. V. Trails Council, stated he has used the City's equestrian trails and would like to see the trails expanded instead of diminished. Council Member Adolph noted the current concrete and asphalt area is quite different from what it was a few years ago. Robert Foulk, 57-540 Interlachen, felt the equestrian trail has diminished the landscape effect of the country club area and is an incompatible use in that area. He suggested the trail be relocated east of PGA West if the City wishes to retain it Katie Barrows, 53-298 Avenida Montezuma, supported retaining the equestrian trails. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`# City Council Minutes 13 April 4, 2000 Patricia White, 89-125 Avenue 62, TZermal, stated she uses the trail as an access to the trails south of Lake Cahuilla and feels multi-purpose trails are the best way to go. Gary Klein, 68-766 Perez, Cathedral City, noted other cities in the Valley have formed committees to work on getting multi-purpose trails in their General Plan. He felt if it's necessary to reroute the trails, Council should not eliminate them. Kathy Carlson, 77-895 Avenida Montezuma, encouraged Council to retain the trails. Lynda Partone, 50-092 Avenida Vista Bonita, stated she rides her horse in that area and wishes to see the trails retained. Glen Parker, 83-520 Avenue 58, Thermal, spoke in support of retaining the trails. Renee Parker, 83-520 Avenue 58, Thermal, stated she recently rode the trail and found it safe for riding. Jill Mensonides, 55-021 Calhoun Street, Thermal, urged Council to retain the trails. William Corbett, 42-469 Turquoise, Palm Desert, asked Council not to stifle equestrian activities in the City and to retain the trails. Daniel Nove, 4600 Crestmore Road, Riverside, of Riverside County Regional Park & Open Space District, confirmed the trail is designated in the County's master plan as a regional trail, which is defined as non-motorized, multi-use trails. The trail is the only northbound link from equestrian facilities at Lake Cahuilla and both the BooHoff and Cactus Springs Trails. Jim Murphy, 54-580 Riviera, noted the equestrian trail in question is the one on Madison Street. He commented on the safety issue of horses crossing in front of entrances as well as crossing four lanes of traffic, and stated he felt the planning and design for the equestrian trail is unsafe. He also felt the homeowners association should not be responsible for liability and maintenance of the trail if itZs retained. Bill Dodds, 77-800 Owen Circle, of KSL Land Corporation, commented on the difficulty of landscaping a 32-foot wide meandering area on the east side of Madison Street along with a 6-foot wide sidewalk and 10-foot wide equestrian trail. He felt the trail should be moved to a wider and more appropriate location. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#City Council Minutes 14 April 4, 2000 Council also received correspondence from the following: Joan Taylor 1800 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, of the Sierra Club Joanne Bergman of Redshank Riders, Anza Unit no address available) Mike Walker P.O. Box 1060, La Quinta, of PGA West Residential Association Council Member Perkins supported retaining the trail and stated he did not wish to lose the rural atmosphere in certain areas. He also felt the land uses in potential annexation areas should not be changed unless the property owners wish to change it. He felt a multi-purpose trail is feasible and suggested a safety rail between the two sections. Mr. Herman noted the Council gave direction at a prior meeting for the City to maintain the equestrian trail and assume the liability. He said split-rail fence is already a part of the equestrian trail design. Council Member Henderson noted the equestrian trail was put in the General Plan several years ago. She felt if the setback is inadequate, it should be addressed in updating the General Plan. She supported retaining the trail system and exploring options for forming a trails committee in the future. As for potential annexation areas, she felt the Council has made it clear they do not wish to change the lifestyles and zoning in those areas. Council Member Adolph felt equestrian trails are needed south of Avenue 58 but has not seen a horse on Madison Street between Avenue 54 and Avenue 58 in the 10 years he has lived at PGA West. He also commented on the safety of horses crossing the entrances of gated communities and Avenue 58. He felt thereZs a need to come up with a solution that will satisfy both parties. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff felt the City should keep its word to maintain the rural atmosphere and supported retaining the trail in absence of a reasonable alternative. He suggested continuing this to May 1 6. MOTION It was moved by Council Members HendersoniPerkins to continue the public hearing on General Plan Land Use Alternatives to May 1 6, 2000, direct staff to re-designate equestrian trails to multi-purpose trails and maintain the trail in its current location. Council Member Adolph asked if the delay would cause problems for KSL, to which Mr. Dodds responded their last date for changes is the end of April. City Attorney Honeywell clarified that the motion gives staff direction not to consider amendments to the tentative tract and not to make a change to the BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`# City Council Minutes 15 April 4, 2000 equestrian trail. She added Council may wish to consider directing staff to enter discussions with the homeowners association about granting the City an easement once the trail is completed for the purpose of maintenance. Motion carried with Council Member Adolph voting NO and Mayor Pena ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-63. Council recessed to Redevelopment meeting. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 2. CONTINUED JOINT PUBLIC HEARING BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO TWO AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENTS BY AND BETWEEN THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND CATELLUS RESIDENTIAL GROUP FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF JEFFERSON STREET AND AVENUE 48. APPLICANT: CATELLUS RESIDENTIAL GROUP. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on tile in the City Clerk's Office. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Adolph/Henderson to table the joint public hearing regarding an amendment to two Affordable Housing Agreements with Catellus Residential Group. Motion carried unanimously with Mayor Pena ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO.2000-64. STUDY SESSION..............continued 2. DISCUSSION OF DRAFT FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN. Assistant City Manager Weiss reported the projects listed in the Economic Development Plan EDP) have been updated and the proposed activities and target areas for next year are generally the same with minor revisions. He advised staff is looking for Council's input for formal adoption of the EDP at a later date. Council Member Adolph felt the EDP was well done and referenced a light- manufacturing complex planned near the new Post Office site. He questioned the reference to diversification on Page 20 and suggested deleting it or including light manufacturing. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#City Council Minutes 1 6 April 4, 2000 Z Council Member Henderson suggested changing or deleting shading used in the document and wished to see data in the document updated whenever possible. Mr. Weiss noted a lot of the data is referenced back to the Sedway Study. He stated staff will strive to include updated information. Council Member Henderson distributed information regarding proposed legislation related to the distribution of sales tax and/or property tax and asked staff to stay on top of them. She questioned the need for two paragraphs at the top of Page 12 of the EDP regarding infrastructure needs" and limits on financial resources" and suggested clarification on Page 23 that City-funded improvements to Highway 111 and Adams Street were according to parameters of the investment policy. She also suggested including the City's Internet site under Marketing Highway 111 Properties and the new post office under La Quinta Corporate Center. Mr. Weiss stated staff will include the Post Office location if a commitment to that site is made before adoption of the EDP. Council Member Henderson questioned the status of the house on Avenida Rubio listed under Housing Page 29). Mr. Spevacek, of Rosenow Spevacek Group, confirmed the house is near completion and ready to sell. In response to Council Member Henderson, Community Development Director Herman stated light manufacturing is allowed under the Commercial Park zone designation. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff felt a need to continue refining the marketing effort. He suggested a reconfiguration to shift some of the advertising support to existing businesses, such as the Auto Centre, as well as solicitation of new businesses, with a slight de-emphasis on other items. Council Member Henderson felt the support should be very generic in nature and questioned how the City would choose which businesses to help market. Mayor Pro Tem Sniff felt it's important for the City to help the Auto Centre be successful, particularly during the first few years. He suggested targeting certain types of businesses on a rotating basis, such as auto-related, hotel- related, etc. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`# City Council Minutes 17 April 4,2000 Mr. Weiss advised the EDP will come back to Council for adoption in approximately one month. 3. DISCUSSION OF CITY COUNCIL GOALS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000/2001. City Manager Genovese presented the report, noting some of the goals are included in the Economic Development Plan and/or Capital Improvement Program. Those not listed in either document will appear in the budget as a goal under one of the sections. Council Member Henderson noted the marketing program is a separate item that should come back for the Council's action. She also wished to add the Architectural and Landscape Review Committee to Goal #40 Joint Meetings). Council Member Adolph stated he felt economic development on Highway 111 and Washington Street is the key element to accomplishing these goals. Council Member Perkins commented on the size of the lot next to Simon Motors and the difficulty in developing a small lot. REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS All reports were noted and filed. ZRTMENREPR.......................continued 3-C. JOINT MEETINGS WITH VARIOUS COMMISSIONS. After a brief discussion, Council concurred to meet with the Planning Commission and Architectural and Landscape Review Committee on May 10 at 7:00 p.m. and with all of the Commissions on September 26. 3-B. CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSIONER RESIGNATION. After a brief discussion, Council directed staff to agendize a discussion Z regarding possible reduction from seven to five members on both the Cultural Arts Commission and Community Services Commission due to the difficulty in filling the vacancies. Council further concurred to direct staff to prepare a letter of appreciation and plaque for Ms. Rasmussen for her service on the Cultural Arts Commission. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`#City Council Minutes 18 April 4, 2000 MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS 1. DISCUSSION REGARDING TRANSFER STATIONIMATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY. Mayor Pro Tern Sniff suggested directing staff to set up a meeting with representatives of Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, and Palm Desert who have indicated an interest in working with La Quinta on the transfer station/material recovery facility issue. Council concurred. 2. DISCUSSION REGARDING A FOLLOW-UP MEETING WITH THE TORRES- MARTINEZ INDIAN TRIBAL COUNCIL. Mayor Pro Tern Sniff suggested staff be directed to schedule a follow-up luncheon meeting at City Hall with the Torres-Martinez Indian Tribal Council. Council concurred. 3. DISCUSSION REGARDING CONVERSION OF CITY VEHICLES TO NATURAL GAS AND STATUS OF NATURAL GAS SERVICE STATION ON HIGHWAY 111. Council Member Perkins noted the State is requiring fleet vehicles to be converted to natural gas by 2002 and suggested the City start looking into converting its fleet. He also asked about the status of the natural gas service station project on Highway 111 and noted SunLine Transit Agency will help build natural gas service stations. City Attorney Honeywell advised the surety bond has been paid and the funds have been placed in escrow for the new company to move forward with the project. 4. DISCUSSION REGARDING CITY ENTRANCE MONUMENT SIGNS. Council Member Henderson suggested adding a gold ring around the logo on the City entrance monument signs. Council Member Perkins suggested putting a small City entrance monument sign in the median on Washington Street at the City's northerly City Limits. Council Member Adolph noted the median landscaping planted at The Traditions on Avenue 52 is full of weeds and needs cleaning up. BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02 d_`# City Council Minutes 1 9 April 4, 2000 There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, JUNE S. GREEK, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 04-20-2000-U01 04:49:07PM-U01 ADMIN-U01 CCMIN-U02 APR-U02 04-U02 2000-U02