1993 01 05 CC Minutes1 LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
JANUARY 5, 1993
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: Councilmembers Bangerter, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena
ABSENT: One vacancy)
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Mrs. Juhola asked that authorization to attend the League?s Mayors
and Councilmembers Conference in San Francisco January 27-29 by
Councilmember Bangerter and City Clerk Juhola be added to the
Consent Calendar as Item No. 6.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that the
Minutes of December 15, 1992 be approved as submitted. Motion
carried with Councilmember Perkins abstaining.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Perkins apologized for his absence from the December
15th Council meeting noting that he was ill.
PRESENTATIONS None
PUBLIC CONMENT None
WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter regarding Living for Your 90's" Senior Inspiration
Awards.
Noted and filed.
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BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF SIGN APPROVAL 92-185
FOR ADDITIONAL BUILDING SIGNAGE FOR SUPERMARKET IN ONE-ELEVEN
LA QUINTA CENTER ON NORTH SIDE OF HIGHWAY 111, BETWEEN
WASHINGTON ST. & ADAMS ST. APPELLANT: ONTARIO NEON CO. FOR
ALBERTSON'S
Mr. Herman, Planning and Development Director, presented staff
report advising that Albertson's at Highway 111 and Washington
has requested approval to use neon signs on the front of the
building reading food" and pharmacy." The Design Review
Board recommended to the Planning Commission on a 6-1 vote for
denial. The Planning Commission did deny the request on
November 10th. Mr. Herman noted that Wal-Mart had also wanted
additional signage which was also denied.
Councilmember Bangerter asked if Wal-Mart appealed the denial
and he advised not. They were asking for signage which read
discount city" satisfaction guaranteed," auto center" and
something like sells for less".
TERRY WILSON, representing Ontario Neon, felt that the intent
of a sign ordinance regulating ancillary signs should be to
help business-owners identify their business in as few words
as possible with the intent being to eliminate redundant signs
and to control the tendency of some businesses to advertise
all the various products they sell. However, he felt that
every business should be allowed to let the public know what
their business function is. He didn't feel that precedence
should be a concern, that each application should be
considered on a case-by-case basis. Albertson's believes that
it's important to advertise the pharmacy to make it
financially viable.
In response to Councilmember Sniff, Mr. Jeff Darken, Real
Estate Area Manager for Albertson's advised that about 50% of
Albertson's have pharmacies, adding that they originally were
not going to have one, when Payless Drug Store was going in.
They believe that the food" sign is necessary to balance the
signage.
Councilmember Sniff stated that he's given this matter a lot
of thought and was supportive of the appeal as he felt that it
makes sense. He didn't believe that two signs with less than
15 letters total could clutter the building or be unsightly.
He was very supportive of business and businesses need to
advertise, especially when they offer something that isn't
offered in all stores. He also saw the necessity to have
balance in their signage.
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Councilmember Bangerter also supported the appeal as she felt
that it's a fair and reasonable request on their part. She
also agreed that food" is necessary in addition to pharmacy"
to add balance. She felt that the signage is important to
them and is in good taste and is appropriate.
Councilmember Perkins was not supportive of the appeal, as he
believed that the City needs to take a stand as far as signs
are concerned. He knows of areas in cities that even signs on
buildings are not permitted only a monument sign at the
entrance is permitted. He felt that anyone should know that
Albertson's is a market and most of the major markets do have
a pharmacy. He didn't see that it's necessary to add these
signs and if they are permitted, then he believed that we are,
in effect, saying that Wal-Mart could have more signs too. He
supported the planning Commission's decision.
Mayor Pena also was not supportive of the appeal. He believed
that the Design Review Board and the planning Commission
flushed out all the issues.
Councilmember Sniff felt that there is a difference between
what Albertson's is asking for and what Wal-Mart wanted. He
believed that there is significance to the pharmacy" sign and
the food" sign is needed for balance. He didn't believe that
a blanket denial can be made these matters need to be
considered on a case-by-case basis. This is a unique
situation and he felt the request is justified.
Councilmember Bangerter asked if there are any signs at all
outside the store which indicates there is a pharmacy and Mr.
Herman advised not, that they do have a free-standing sign
along Highway 111 that only says Albertsons."
NOTION It was moved by Councilmembers sniff/Bangerter to
support the appeal of SA 92-165 and grant the applicant's
request. Motion failed to carry with Councilmember Perkins
and Mayor Pena voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 93-1.
2. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 31 FOR
CIVIC CENTER SCULPTURE GARDEN.
Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director, advised that this matter
was before the Council at the last meeting. Since then, staff
has explored alternatives, but could not find one that would
satisfy the intent that was expressed by the Council when it
approved the Plans and Specifications for the sculpture
fountain. However, staff has found that $5,OOO-$6,OOO can be
saved by modifying the drainage system to a less complicated
construction and to eliminate the tile at the bottom of the
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fountain and painting it with a cold-tar epoxy. He
recommended that Council approve Contract Change Order No. 31
and authorize the installation of the fountain as outlined.
In response to Councilmember Perkins, Mr. Reynolds proceeded
to briefly review the history of this project noting that the
Council had agreed to pay the foundry cost of about $24,600.
Subsequently, the Rotary Club offered to reimburse the City
for the foundry cost. Therefore, at that point the City's
contribution to this project has been nominal. If we had
known at the time the design was taking place that the
sculpture was going to be wider than originally planned, it
would have been designed to accommodate the sculpture.
Mr. Reynolds advised that the cost will be not exceed $20,000.
It will be done on a time and materials basis and he believed
that it will not use the entire $20,000.
Councilmember Bangerter said that she appreciates Rotary's
contribution and Mr. Kennedy's contribution and felt that we
need to continue on with something that has been started. Her
concern was that there wasn't the proper authorization for the
additional figure. She felt that we need to finish what we
began, but made a very strong statement that we keep it to a
minimum because of her concern about all these change orders.
Councilmember Sniff did not like things that are not formally
approved and brought to the Council for authorization he
felt that it's a dangerous precedent. This building is
costing an inordinate amount of money and the expense
continues to mount. e cannot continue to put money into this
project. He could not support this request.
Mayor Pena also expressed concern, but felt that we are too
far into this project to back out. He, too, did not like the
change orders, but he knew that they were necessary. He felt
that between the artist and the Rotary Club, they've made a
generous donation.
Councilmember Perkins asked if the artist is out any money on
this project and Mr. Reynolds advised that he is assuming the
cost of a bond in order to use the facilities at C.O.D. and he
has hired assistants whom he's paying.
Councilmember Perkins expressed concern about this addition
not being approved by Council, but that wasn't the artist's
fault. He advised that he would reluctantly support the
staf f's recommendation. However, he advised that he would not
support any further change orders of this type which have not
had prior authorization.
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MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Perkins/Bangerter that
the additional funding for Contract Change Order No. 31 as
outlined be approved. Motion carried with Councilmember Sniff
voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 93-2.
3. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 33 FOR
CIVIC CENTER REVISIONS TO GRADING AND DRAINAGE SYSTEM.
Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director, advised that he brought
this matter to the Council in September 1992. There is a
necessity for regrading and drainage revisions due to new
information that has been obtained indicating that we cannot
build the employee parking lot and the landscaping along La
Fonda the way it's shown on the plans. In September, the
Council authorized him to instruct the architect to redesign
to accommodate the new grades. Change Order No. 33 has a
proposed cost of $24,641 in order to effect the necessary
revisions. He added that he will becoming back to the Council
in a few weeks with a Change Order which is a credit to the
City, because we will not be able to do the landscaping as was
shown along La Fonda until Phase V or Phase VI is done.
MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Perkins to
approve Civic Center Contract Order No. 33 in the amount of
$24,641 for regrading and revisions to the drainage system.
Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 93-3.
4. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER FOR CIVIC
CENTER AIR CONDENSING UNIT ACCU-3).
Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director, presented staff report
advising that the air handling unit which has been installed
over the Council offices in the Civic Center projects about 4?
above the parapet wall, which the architect feels is creating
an aesthetics problem.
In response to Councilmember Perkins, Mr. Reynolds advised
that the York unit, which the architect is recommending, has
a much lower profile it's about 30" shorter than the Trane.
Councilmember Perkins questioned the City's responsibility in
assuming the cost of replacing the Trane unit with the York.
Mans Peika, Architect with Gruen Associates, noted that any
project of this size normally has a contingency set aside for
change orders usually in the neighborhood of 5% and as this
project currently stands the amount of money spent for
contingency changes that relate to the building project is
less than one-half of one percent. He then proceeded to
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explain the situation noting that the York unit will be about
14" above the parapet. If you are up close to the building,
you will not notice the unit, but if you're far away from it,
you will see a slight edge, but painted white, it probably
would not be noticeable. He highly recommended that this
change be made for aesthetic reasons. Regarding costs, he
advised that there is a very insignificant difference in cost
between the two units. The estimated cost of $13,710 is the
shipping, re-stocking and installation of the new unit.
Mayor Pena did not believe that the City should be responsible
for the entire cost of this proposed change in units.
Councilmember Bangerter appreciates the fact that anyone can
make an error; however, if a contractor installed the wrong
tile in a project, he would be responsible for taking it out
and putting in the correct tile. She did not believe that the
City should be responsible for this error.
Councilmember Perkins asked if the City has an ordinance
requiring that mechanical equipment be screened from view and
Mr. Herman advised that we do.
Councilmember Perkins suggested that staff look into the
possibility of requiring a clean roof-line and if we are going
to require that of other builders, we should also comply. He
was also concerned that with the new unit, it too, will show.
Councilmember Sniff asked if there is any possibility of the
Architect designing a screen to solve this problem because any
way we go, it's going to be intrusive.
Mr. Peika stated that in his considered opinion, even though
it will protrude, it will be very unobtrusive and felt that it
will not be noticed.
Councilmember Perkins supported a delay and getting some feed-
back for the next meeting. He felt that all equipment should
be completely hidden.
Councilmember Sniff also expressed concern about the cost and
did not feel that the City should bear the total cost.
NOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter to
continue the matter of the Contract Change Order for the air
condensing unit until January 19, 1993 at which time we will
have some response from the Architect and Staff as to
screening possibilitieS that are reasonable and that we look
to the contractor to share in some of the fiscal
responsibility. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.
93-4.
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5. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF ART PROPOSAL AT THE CIVIC CENTER
SITE.
Mr. John walling, Chairman of the Art in Public Places
Committee, advised that the Art in Public Places Program is an
exaction fee over and above everything else a developer pays.
It amounts to 1/2% of construction costs, which goes into a
fund that has a time limit of two years in which the funds
must be spent on public art or it reverts back to the
developer.
He advised that the art piece is free-standing and will sit
within the main archway. He then introduced the artist.
Louis De Martino, Sculptor, proceeded to describe the 7' high
art piece, which represents the sun and the moon, which he
feels reflects the City's unique character, its sense of
identity and its vision of itself in the future. He proposed
that small, bronze bas-reliefs representing the different
organizations would be attached to the bronze sun.
Councilmember Sniff stated that the desert is a beautiful, yet
fragile place and he did not believe that the sculpture
represents the area and wished to see it given further
thought.
Councilmember Perkins felt that it's difficult for a group of
people to agree on things like art or architecture. He was
impressed by the sculpture he felt that it's unusual and
with the proper lighting it would be very impressive.
Councilmember Bangerter stated that she has a difficult time
judging art for the general public, because it's so
individual. She did like the idea of the community
involvement with this art piece. She also appreciated the
fact that we do have an Arts Committee to assist the Council
with these decisions. She asked if when we have such a major
project such as this, could the Council see more than just one
idea because if you don't know a lot about art, you don't know
whether it's appropriate for everyone in the community.
Mayor Pena felt that the Arts Committee did take on the
responsibility of screening the various proposals. He, too,
understood the difficulty in a group of people agreeing on a
certain piece of art. He wished to see it done in a different
manner and with a mock-up of lighting to see what it will look
like. He suggested asking the Committee to show the Council
what else was submitted.
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Councilmember Perkins appreciated the work the Arts Committee
has done and was not looking forward to anything other than
some possible modification relative to whatever the other
Councilmertibers are thinking about. He felt that it?s a very
unusual work of art and that it will look excellent in the
proposed location.
Councilmember Bangerter clarified that she wasn?t asking to
see other art work at this time, but in the future, would like
to be given a selection.
Councilniember Sniff felt that it would be unfair not to stay
with this particular artist, but he would like to see the top
three or four pieces in which the Committee decided from and
to see some modifications to this particular piece.
MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff?Bangerter to re-
agendize the matter of the Civic Center art piece for February
2, 1993. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 93-5.
STUDY SESSION
1. INTERVIEW OF APPLICANTS FOR COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION.
The Council proceeded to interview the following individuals
who applied for the unexpired term of Jill Thompson on the
Community Services Commission, which expires June 30, 1993:
Norris Bernard
Alden Cook
David Frankes
Michael Mccartney
Robert Metkus
James Smith
Andrea Spirtos
Richard Thacker, Jr.
Mary Wright
Appointment to be made later in the meeting. See Page 18)
Council recessed until 7:00 P.N.
Council reconvened at 7:00 P.M.
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BUSINESS SESSION......continued...
6. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CVAG MEDIATION AGREEMENT.
Mr. Genovese, Interim City Manager, advised that the intent of
the Mediation Agreement is to offer some type of alternative
method of resolving disputes among the member agencies without
litigation. He noted, however, that the agreement does not
preclude the cities from filing legal action if need be. He
added that the agreement is also an effort to reduce legal
costs.
Ms. Honeywell, City Attorney, advised that the CVAG members
have been trying for some time to try to come up with some
type of mediation process. She advised that Section 3 had
originally been of concern to some attorneys, but has now been
written to be agreeable, in that it is now in the sole
judgment of a party to decide whether they need to file an
action, otherwise it would prejudice the rights of the party,
but also, it provides for the ability for this mediation to go
parallel to any such Court action.
In response to Councilmember Perkins, Mr. Genovese advised
that CVAG did not have an answer today as to how many cities
have approved the agreement. Mayor Pena advised that most
cities have agreed to it in concept.
MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers perkins?Sniff that the
CVAG Mediation Agreement be approved as submitted and
authorize the Mayor to execute same. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 93-6.
7. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 2.60 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE REGARDING LOCAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE.
Ms. Honeywell, City Attorney, advised that this amendment is
in response to the FPPC requirement that every two years,
every entity review and update their Conflict of Interests
Code. She advised that the main changes are in the list of
descriptive categories. She added to the list the
Administrative Analyst, Planning and Development Director and
Parks and Recreation Manager.
MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers sniff/Bangerter that
Ordinance No. 221 be taken up by title and number only and
waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously.
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ORDINANCE NO. 221
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE CITY?S CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE.
It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that Ordinance
No. 221 be introduced on first reading. Motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Bangerter, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: One vacancy)
8. CONSIDERATION OF REPORT AND PROCEDURE FOR FILLING VACANCY IN
MUNICIPAL OFFICE OF COUNCILPERSON.
Mr. Genovese, Interim City Manager, advised that the Council
has received a memorandum from the City Attorney with regard
to the Council?s options in filling the Council vacancy
created by the resignation of Kristy Franklin. If the Council
desires to fill the vacancy by appointment, that would have to
be done by the end of January. If they elect to call an
election it could not be held earlier than June 8th.
Councilmember Sniff stated that he prefers to fill the vacancy
by appointment and wished to see the matter placed on the next
agenda.
Council concurred.
NOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter to
declare the Council?s intent to fill the City Council vacancy
by appointment and further to direct staff to place the
appointment on the next Special Council Meeting agenda of
January 11, 1993 as a business item.
Councilmember Perkins wished to see resumes submitted and for
the applicants to appear before the Council for interviews as
was done earlier this evening for Community Services
Commission.
Council concurred on having the applicants make a short
statement, but not to conduct *interviews?.
Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 93-7.
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9. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY LIBRARY
ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
Continued until later in the meeting. See Page 13)
10. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES.
ORDINANCE NO. 220
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 8.13 TO TITLE 8, BUILDING AND
CONSTRUCTION, PERTAINING TO WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING.
Mr. Herman advised that Ordinance No. 220 has been modified
from the first reading to incorporate the desired changes
expressed by the Council.
It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that Ordinance
No. 220 be adopted on second reading as amended. Motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Bangerter, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: One Vacancy)
MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter to add the
authorization for attendance at the League's Mayors and
Councilmembers Conference in San Francisco by Councilmember
Bangerter and City Clerk Juhola to the Consent Calendar as Item No.
6. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. DEMAND REGISTER DATED JANUARY 5, 1993.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF STORM DRAINAGE EASEMENT FROM THE GURLEY 1980
FAMILY TRUST.
3. APPROVAL OF REDUCTION IN SECURITY FOR ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT
ONE-ELEVEN LA QUINTA CENTER WASHINGTON/ADAMS PARTNERSHIP.
4. APPROVAL OF MODIFICATION OF SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
FOR TRACT 25865 ONE-ELEVEN LA QUINTA CENTER, WASHINGTON/
ADAMS PARTNERSHIP.
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5. AWARD OF BID FOR PICKUP TRUCK.
6. AUTHORIZATION FOR COUNCIL?EMBER BANGERTER AND CITY CLERK
JUHOLA TO ATTEND THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES MAYORS AND
COUNCILMENBERS CONFERENCE IN SAN FRANCISCO JANUARY 27-29,
1993.
NOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Snif f/Bangerter that
the Consent Calendar be approved as recommended. Motion
carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 93-8.
COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
Councilmembers Bangerter/Perkins nominated Councilmember Sniff as
Mayor Pro Tern.
Mayor Pena advised that a unanimous ballot for Councilmember Sniff
as Mayor Pro Tem would be cast.
Committee Assignments
CVAG
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Member.....................Mayor Pena
Alternate..................Councilmember Sniff
ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT
Member.....................Councilmember Sniff
Alternate..................Councilmember Bangerter
HOUSING COMMITTEE
Member.....................Councilmember Bangerter
HUMAN AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES COMMITTEE
Member.....................Councilmember Perkins
Staff Support..............Jerry Herman, Planning Direc or
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Member.....................Mayor Pena
Alternate..................Roger Hirdler, Ass?t. Bldg. &
Safety Dir.
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Member.....................Councilmember Perkins
Alternate..................Councilmember Bangerter
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SUNLINE TRANSIT
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Member.....................Mayor Pena
Alternate..................Councilmember Perkins
PALM SPRINGS DESERT RESORTS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Member.....................Mayor pena
Alternate..................Councilmember Sniff
COACHELLA VALLEY MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY
Member..........................Councilmember Sniff
Alternate.......................Councilmember Bangerter
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Member..........................Councilmember Bangerter
MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers perkins/Bangerter that the
appointments as outlined be confirmed. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTE ORDER NO. 92-
BUSINESS SESSION....
9. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY LIBRARY
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Mrs. Juhola advised that three people have expressed an
interest in the appointment to the Riverside County Library
Advisory Committee Barbara Huf fman, Leslie Wenzel and Myra
Bohnenberger, who is currently serving as the City's
representative. This Committee meets quarterly around the
County at various libraries.
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The Council proceeded to hear brief comments from each of the
applicants.
NOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Perkins/Bangerter that
Myra Bohnenberger be reappointed to the Riverside County
Library Advisory Committee for a two-year term. Motion
carried with Councilmember Sniff voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO.
93-9.
PUBLIC COMMENT
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. TENTATIVE TRACT 26855 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
WHICH DIVIDES 23+ ACRES INTO 73 SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS IN THE R-1
ZONE LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF JEFFERSON ST. APPROXIMATELY
660' SOUTH OF 50TH AVE. APPLICANT: SUMBAD & SHARRON KANLIAN.
Mr. Herman, Planning Director, presented the proposed map to
the Council, advising that the Planning Commission has
recommended approval subject to conditions.
In response to Councilmember Bangerter, Mr. Herman advised
that the equestrian overlay" is not in this area. The only
equestrian overlay in the City is the Green valley Ranches
area. There is scheduled before the Planning Commission this
month, an amendment to the ordinance and the creation of a
larger equestrian overlay taking into consideration,
Annexation No. 5. Regarding the matter of keeping horses on
the property south of 50th Avenue and east of Jefferson when
it was annexed, the ordinance grandfathered in their activity
for a period of three years. At the end of that time, if the
City doesn't put them in an equestrian overlay, they only are
allowed either two or four horses per parcel regardless of the
parcel size. The equestrian overlay will give them five
horses per acre.
Councilmember Perkins questioned access and Mr. Herman advised
that there is one of f of Jefferson and the other relies upon
the tract to the south.
Mr. Herman recommended that Condition No. 10 be amended to
read Prior to the issuance of an encroachment permit for off-
site or on-site improvements the applicant shall reimburse
Landmark Land Co., or assigns, for the cost of...".
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The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN.
Sumbad Kanlian, 54-000 Jefferson, applicant/owner, asked with
regard to the reimbursement to Landmark, they did put a small
berm and a small 5' strip of asphalt to taper the one lane
back into Jefferson and at that time, they asked him to donate
some land to them so that could be done and he asked if that
was included.
Mr. Herman advised that it would only be that portion of the
improvements that Landmark installed. The dedication by
Kanlian would have had to be dedicated anyway, if not to
Landmark, to the City.
Susan Williams, representing J. F. Davidson, Engineers,
advised that the minimum lot size is 10,000 with an average
lot size of 10,825.
In response to questions by Council, Ms. Williams advised that
there will be a median break on Jefferson for a left-turn in,
a pocket) but there will be no left-turn out of the
development.
There being no one else wishing to speak, the PUBLIC HEARING
WAS CLOSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 93-1
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS, CONFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION AND APPROVING A TENTATIVE TRACT TO ALLOW THE
CREATION OF A 73 SINGLE-FAMILY LOT SUBDIVISION ON
APPROXIMATELY 23-ACRE SITE. CASE NO. TT *26855 SUMBAD AND
SHARRON KANLIAN.
It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that Resolution
No. 93-1 be approved as amended. Motion carried unanimously.
2. TENTATIVE TRACT 26718 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
WHICH DIVIDES 39+ ACRES INTO 125 SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS IN THE R-1
ZONE LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF JEFFERSON ST. APPROXIMATELY
1650' SOUTH OF 50TH AVE. APPLICANT: WALTER HANSCH.
Mr. Herman, Planning Director, presented the proposed map to
the Council advising that the proposed tract relies on egress
from the tract to the north and is conditioned to be right-
turn in and out, and a left-turn in. The Planning Commission
has recommended approval subject to conditions. He
recommended a modification to Condition No. 38 to read Prior
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to issuance of an encroachment permit for off-site or on-site
improvements, the applicant shall reimburse Landmark Land Co.
or assigns, for the cost........
In response to Councilmember Perkins, Mr. Herman advised that
the tract proposes private, 37' streets the same as the
previous tract.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN. There being no
one wishing to speak, the PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 93-2
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS, CONFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION AND APPROVING A TENTATIVE TRACT TO ALLOW THE
CREATION OF A 125 SINGLE-FAMILY LOT SUBDIVISION ON A 40+ ACRE
SITE. CASE NO. TT #26718 WALTER HANSCH.
It was moved by Councilmembers sniff/Bangerter that Resolution
No. 93-2 be adopted as amended. Motion carried unanimously.
3. TENTATIVE TRACT 26148 TIME EXTENSION *1 REQUEST FOR
APPROVAL OF A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR AN APPROVED
TENTATIVE MAP WHICH DIVIDES 14 ACRES INTO 55 SINGLE-FAMILY
LOTS IN THE S-R ZONE, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
WASHINGTON ST. & 50TH AVE. APPLICANT: ROBERT A. WRIGHT/AMCOR
REALTY FUND III.
Mr. Herman, Planning Director, pointed out the location of the
tract in question advising that it contains public streets and
the access is conditioned as right-in and right-out on
Washington and a right-in and right-out on 50th Avenue. The
Planning Commission has recommended approval of a one-year
time extension.
Councilmember Bangerter advised that she will be abstaining
from this issue.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN.
Bob Maifliero, representing Mainiero, Smith and Associates,
Civil Engineers, urged approval of the requested time
extension.
There being no one else wishing to speak, the PUBLIC HEARING
WAS CLOSED.
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RESOLUTION NO. 93-3
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS, CONFIRNING THE ENVIRONMENTAL
ANALYSIS AND APPROVING A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR A
TENTATIVE TRACT WHICH ALLOWS 55 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS ON 14 GROSS
ACRES. CASE NO. TT 26148 ROBERT WRIGHT/AMCOR REALTY FUND
III EXTENSION OF TINE *1.
It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Perkins that Resolution
No. 93-3 be adopted as recommended. Motion carried with
Councilmember Bangerter abstaining.
Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency Neeting.
Council reconvened to regular session.
STUDY SESSION
1. DISCUSSION OF DRAFT TRAVEL AND EXPENSE POLICY.
Councilmember Sniff referred to the reference to spousal
expenses and felt that the word implicit" should be
eliminated that it should be explicit" only.
Councilmember Perkins felt that the proposed expense forms are
too complicated and asked that some thought be given to
simplifying them. He also felt that the transportation"
section needs to be further broken up.
Councilmember Perkins also felt that approval by the full
Council" should be replaced with approval by the Council."
Mr. o'Reilly, Finance Director, advised that this policy will
be presented to the Council for adoption at the next regular
meeting.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
Mrs. Juhola, City Clerk, reminded the Council of the Albertson's
Grand opening on January 6th at 7:45 A?M.
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Mr. O'Reilly, Finance Director, briefly reviewed the Consultant's
report on the Parcel Audit.
APPOINTNENT TO COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that
Michael Mccartney be appointed to the Community Services Commission
to fill the vacancy to expire June 30, 1993. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 93-10.
CLOSED SESSION
a. Discussion of on-going litigation pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(a)
International Treasury Management/Denman
Iowa Trust
Parc La Quinta Settlement Request for Extension
b. Discussion of pending litigation pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(a)
Coachella valley Joint Powers Insurance Authority Settlement
Decision
C. Discussion of negotiations pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.8
Authorization to Purchase Parcel from Fred and Norma Stone
for Right-of-way Necessary for Proposed Assessment District
92-1 Improvements.
Council reconvened with no action being taken.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned to
Thursday, January 7, 1993 at 9:00 A.M. for Closed Session pursuant
to Government Code Section 54957 to discuss recruitment of City
Manager.
f;ll? submitted,
SA JU??ity Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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