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1992 12 01 CC Minutesw LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 1, 1992 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: Councilmember Franklin NOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that Councilmember Franklin be excused. Motion carried unanimously. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Confirmed ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Pena read a letter from Councilmember Kristy Franklin advising of her intent to resign from the City Council effective December 31, 1992 citing health and family concerns. MOTION It was moved by Councilmember Perkins/Sniff to receive and file the letter from Councilmember Franklin. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 92-210. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Pena presented a plaque to Bill Gates, Code Enforcement Officer, in recognition of Employee of the Month of November. Mayor Pena presented a plaque to Bruce Pelletier, Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector I, in recognition of Employee of the Month of December. PUBLIC COMMENT Brenda Mccarthy addressed the Council stating that there was a discrepancy in what staff stated and what they wrote in a staff report regarding installation of a four-way stop at Eisenhower and Nogales. She also asked that the speed on Avenida Bermudas be reduced and that a four-way stop be installed at Madrid and Eisenhower, as there were three accidents at that intersection in 1992. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE None BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 2 December 1, 1992 BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT WITH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB RELATIVE TO INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. Ms. Honeywell, City Attorney, advised that the Council has received a request from the Boys and Girls Club to delete a requirement of the ground lease to provide flood and earthquake insurance on the building which they are constructing on their own. She noted that it would be their responsibility to reconstruct the building, should such a disaster occur. MO?ION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that the first amendment to the lease agreement with the Boys and Girls Club be approved deleting the requirement for flood and earthquake insurance. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 92-211. 2. CONSIDERATION OF CORRECTION OF AN OVERSIGHT IN FUNDING OF A CONTRACT FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SOURCE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING ELEMENT. Mr. Herman presented staff report advising that in March 1992, the Council authorized a contract with CH2MHILL for professional services to assist in the implementation of the Resource and Recycling Element and authorized the transfer of $20,000 from the Contingency Fund. However, during the budget process, this was not included, so he asked for authorization to transfer $20,000 from the Contingency Account to the Professional Services Account. In response to Councilmember Bangerter, Ms. Honeywell advised that her office did review this matter last spring. MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter to authorize the transfer of $20,000 from the Contingency Account to the Professional Services Account #01-4240-111-010. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 92-212. 3. CONSIDERATION OF FURTHER CONTINUATION OF HEARING FOR THE PHASE V ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. Mayor Pena abstained from this issue as his property is included within Phase V. Councilmember Bangerter noted that she and her husband have 1.8 acres within Phase V and asked if she needs to abstain and Ms. Honeywell advised she does. BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 3 December 1, 1992 Regarding a quorum, Ms. Honeywell advised that since there is a quorum present, the two Councilmembers remaining without conflicts may vote and if the two vote for a continuation, then the two abstaining would go with those voting in favor. Mr. Reynolds advised that the public hearing on Phase V was continued until January 11, 1993 and Bond Counsel has advised that the hearing must be held. However, staff is going to be recommending that the hearing be continued again until May or June. In the interim, the Council will be reviewing the Capital Improvement Program and will then be able to decide how this project works into that program. He would like to be able to notify the property owners well in advance as to what staff's recommendation will be. Councilmember Perkins had a problem with postponing matters but said that he could support a shorter continuation for perhaps 60 or 90 days. Mr. Genovese, Interim City Manager, commented that the second component of this issue is the capitalized interest which is why these hearings have normally been held in the month of June. In retrospect, the hearing that was held on June 29th probably should have been continued for one year instead of until January 1993. Councilmember Perkins felt that when the 90-day period comes and it's absolutely physically and financially impossible to proceed, then something can be done at that time. MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Perkins/Sniff to indicate the Council's intent to extend the public hearing on Phase V for 90-days from January 11, 1993. Councilmember Sniff stated that he would prefer to continue the hearing until May he felt that it would be a mistake to interrupt the process. He suggested a compromise of May. Mr. Reynolds noted that there has been a change in the law with regard to noticing requirements, which would make the 90- days very tight. NOTION Councilmember Perkins amended his motion to continue the hearing on Phase V for 120 days from January 11, 1993. Motion carried with Councilmember Bangerter and Mayor Pena abstaining. MINUTE ORDER NO. 92-213. BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 4 December 1, 1992 4. CONSIDERATION OF A REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION FOR PLOT PLAN 91-456, AMENDMENT #1 REDUCING SIZE OF PROJECT FROM 116,000 SQ. FT. TO 85,650 SQ. FT. ON 9.25 ACRES, REDUCED FROM 11.8 ACRES. APPLICANT: THE KOENIG COMPANIES. Mr. Sawa, Principal Planner, advised that the applicant has requested authorization to amend their plot plan to delete 2.56 acres from the project site and have subsequently redesigned the project. Approximately 31,000 sq. ft. of floor space has been reduced, which is a result of the elimination of the previously-approved drug store site. The 18,000 sq. ft. detention basin which was previously located at the northwest corner of the site has also been deleted. He added that there will be a shared access to the north. The Planning Commission has reviewed and approved this request subject to conditions. Mr. Sawa asked that Condition No. 49B be amended to delete the last paragraph; and that Condition No. 56 should be amended to change the reference to Condition No. 52 to Condition No. 57. In response to Councilmember Bangerter, Mr. Sawa advised that relative to deletion of the retention basin, the applicant is intending to tie into the Civic Center drainage system. Councilmember Perkins asked if the property they are not going to develop will be landlocked and Mr. Sawa advised that if it is not utilized as part of this project, they will need to have a shared access. The northern portion is still a part of this property in order to sell it, they would have to do a lot-line adjustment or parcel map in which there would be a condition imposed relative to access. In response to further questions, Mr. Sawa advised that a bus stop is going to be provided and the number of compact car parking spaces is below 20%. Councilmember Sniff asked if this amendment will change the City's support of the project and Ms. Honeywell advised that the lease agreement was predicated upon a particular plot plan, therefore, the lease would become null and void. John Koenig, 2601 Airport Dr., Torrance, advised that due to the realities of the present economy, it's become necessary to downsize their project. He also addressed some of Council's concerns advising that he has had discussions with the adjoining property owner to the north) who at one time had a residential project planned and they have negotiated access they are just asking for continuation of the previously BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 5 December 1, 1992 planned screening. Regarding the bus stop, it will be provided and all compact stalls have been deleted except for a few along the boundary. Regarding the lease agreement, he understands that it is no longer valid. However, once they refine the project, they may be looking for some assistance from the Redevelopment Agency. In response to Councilmember Sniff, Mr. Koenig hoped to have the project in plan-check by the first quarter of the year. Seth Etinger, La Fonda, asked for further explanation of the drainage plan, which Mr. Reynolds reviewed. MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Perkins to accept the report of the Planning Commission on Plot Plan 91- 456 with Conditions 49 and 56 being amended as outlined. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 92-214. 5. CONSIDERATION OF A REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION FOR MINOR TEMPORARY OUTDOOR EVENT MTOE) 92-045, AMENDMENT #1, TO ALLOW RELOCATION OF FINE ART SHOWS IN PLAZA LA QUINTA AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HIGHWAY 111 AND WASHINGTON STREET. APPLICANT: THUNDERBIRD ARTISTS JUDI COMBS. Mr. Sawa, Principal Planner, advised that this event has previously been approved to hold an art show on the site to the south of Beef n Brew. However, the sale of the pad which was used last year to the west of the restaurant has fallen through, so they are asking for authorization to move the art show back to that site. The Planning Commission has reviewed the request and approved it with the deletion of the screening along Highway 111 because they felt that the screening was more distracting than the art work. However, the art work will be required to be oriented away from Highway 111. MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter to accept the report of the Planning Commission action on Minor Temporary Outdoor Event 92-045, Amendment #1 for a fine arts show in Plaza La Quinta. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 92-215. 6. CONSIDERATION OF AGREEMENT WITH C. M. DE CRINIS & CO. FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES RELATING TO A REVIEW, FINDINGS AND OPINING ON THE TRAVEL AND ENTERTAINMENT EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENTS. Mayor Pena advised that this matter has been continued from the previous Council meeting. BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 6 December 1, 1992 Councilmember Bangerter offered her full and complete support to every Councilmember and to the staff. However, at this time, she could not find a justification to pay for this kind of a service. She suggested that everyone work together in dealing with this problem. She understood that Mr. O'Reilly has put some information together for the Council to begin developing a travel policy. Councilmember Perkins advised that this kind of a contract disturbs him, as there are many resources available to the City to assist with development of a travel policy. He saw no reason to spend City funds to have an outside organization come in to develop such a policy. Councilmember Sniff did not feel that this is necessary the Council and staff have the ability to generate a travel expense program. Mayor Pena felt that the service would be beneficial to the City noting that Mr. Williams was going to look at IRS regulations with regard to travel policies as well as other cities' he was not necessarily going to draft a policy. The services we were going to ask for was to have him look at what has been done internally, how the records were maintained and compiled. Mike Williams with C. M. de Crinis & Co., 5760 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, stated that he agrees with the comments made by the Council relative to there not being any need for his firm to draft a travel policy. There are a lot of resources available to assist with the development of such a policy. He gave a brief background of this issue advising that Mr. de Crinis had served on the City's Investment Policy Task Force Committee having been appointed by Councilmember Franklin) and when the matter of the Grand Jury investigation surfaced, she discussed the matter with him and he in turn discussed it with him Mr. Williams). They felt they could be of assistance to the City given Mr. Williams' background. They could possibly represent the City in front of the Grand Jury, which he has done in the past. He did not feel that it's unreasonable for a City or any other agency or company to ask for assistance if subpoenaed by the Grand Jury, and in fact, feels that it is a necessary service. The Contract has a maximum cost of $10,000, however, he did not feel that they would come close to reaching that figure. Councilmember Bangerter asked the City Attorney if they could represent the City in front of the Grand Jury. Ms. City Attorney, advised that at this point, it's only an investigation and they will be the ones to determine BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 7 December 1, 1992 who and what experts they want to interview. It may be more appropriate to discuss the extent of the City's involvement once the District Attorney's Office has decided whether or not to file a complaint. She added that there's nothing wrong in proceeding with this type of contract that's a policy decision on the Council's part. Councilmember Bangerter asked if this last audit was the first time in which Conrad & Associates have conducted an audit of the City's records and Mr. Genovese advised that is correct. He added that travel expenses are thing's that an auditor doesn't normally spend a great deal of time on. Councilmember Bangerter asked if the City wished to have an audit of the travel expenses, could Conrad & Associates do it. Mr. Genovese advised that they could, but a decision would need to be made as to whether you're talking about an accounting or an audit. The City Staff could do an accounting of those records. Councilmember Perkins asked for further clarification as to the City Attorney's involvement in a Grand Jury hearing. Ms. Honeywell advised that her firm's involvement would be up to the Council because at this point, we don't know if an indictment would be against the Council as a whole or a single individual. Mayor Pena believed that with staff's expenditures also being looked at, there would be a conflict with the current auditors looking at the records. Councilmember Sniff felt that at this point in time, the matter should be tabled and if and when these services are needed, then the proper consultant-selection process should be utilized. MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that the matter of an agreement for financial services with C. M. de Crinis be tabled. Councilmember Perkins advised that he would be voting against the motion because he felt that the matter should be stopped entirely, he saw no need to table it. Motion carried with Councilmember Perkins voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 92-216. BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 8 December 1, 1992 CONSENT CALENDAR 1. DEMAND REGISTER DATED DECEMBER 1, 1992. 2. AWARD OF BID FOR PROJECT NO. 92-18 AVENIDA LA FONDA MEDIAN LANDSCAPING FROM WASHINGTON STREET TO CALLE RONDO. 3. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR IN-PLACE AND MATERIALS TESTING PROJECT 92-12 CALLE TAMPICO IMPROVEMENTS. 4. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH TRI-LAKES CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR INSPECTION SERVICES PROJECT 92-12 CALLE TAMPICO IMPROVEMENTS. 5. APPROVAL OF REQUEST OF DOLLY CUNARD FOR SPECIAL ADVERTISING DEVICES CHAPTER 5.64 LQMC) FOR DOLLY CUNARD'S RESTAURANT AND LA QUINTA GARDEN CAFE DURING THE RECONSTRUCTION OF CALLE TAMPICO MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Perkins that the Consent Calendar be approved as recommended. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 92-217. STUDY SESSION 1. REVIEW AND DISCUSSION OF A SAMPLE TRAVEL AND EXPENSE POLICY. Mr. O'Reilly and Mrs. LiCalsi presented the Council with a sample travel policy to review along with a number of questions in which staff needed input in order to continue drafting a policy for Council's future consideration. During the discussion, Council expressed their opinions as follows: Council approval of travel: Sniff: Felt that any travel out-of-state or outside of 150 mile radius or over-night travel should have Council authorization. Perkins: Felt that if the travel is particularly budgeted as a line item, then it probably does not need additional approval, but all travel, whether or not out-of-state should be approved by the Council at some time. Written reports follo?ing travel: Sniff: Felt that a form should be developed for use in making a report. Perkins: Felt that written reports are meaningless. Bangerter: Felt that a written report should always be BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 9 December 1, 1992 made. Pena: Suggested that the items of interest" could be used for that purpose and Bangerter concurred stating that she only wishes to see everyone benefit from the individuals attendance at a conference. Mrs. Licalsi pointed out that staff always shares materials and items of interest from conferences with other departments) Mileage Reimbursements: Department Heads are currently receiving auto allowance. Current policy is that any travel outside the valley is reimbursed at the rate of $.32 per mile. Council concurred on mapping out a 50 mile radius in which reimbursements would be made beyond that. Spouse Reimbursements: Perkins: Spouse travel expenses should not be reimbursed. However, if a spouse attends, then he has no problem with the City picking up the difference between double occupancy and single occupancy of a hotel room Pena agreed). He did not agree that the City should pick up the cost of any spouse expenses per the samples in the draft). Sniff: Did not agree the City should pick up the difference between double occupancy and single occupancy. Bangerter agreed) Regarding specific events like the Mayors' and Councilmember's Conference, staff will compile a more extensive list for Council to review at the next meeting. Per Diem: Council concurred on no per diem Perkins favored per diem). Travelers are to be reasonable and bring back receipts. Telephone Calls: Council suggested one call per day limited to ten minutes. Incidental In-Room Charges: Council concurred on a limit of $30 daily for incidental in-room charges for video, honor bar, newspaper, emergency dry-cleaning. Council/Staff Business Lunches: Pena: Felt they are valuable and reasonable example: he has taken secretaries out for Secretaries Day and it is a morale booster. He also felt that it's appropriate for a Councilmember to take out a Department Head to discuss City business. No other comments. Alcohol Question: Is it Ok to have alcohol served as part of the meal? Is it Ok to buy a round of drinks in a business meeting? Is it Ok to stop in the airport bar for drink? Currently, it would be covered in acceptable expenses. BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 10 December 1, 1992 Pena: Felt that as long as it's a reasonable expense, it should be Ok. No further comments. Sniff wished to discuss the matter of alcohol again at the next meeting) Mrs. Licalsi advised that this matter be scheduled as a Study session item again December 15th. Council recessed to Financing Authority Meeting and Redevelopinent Agency Meeting. Council recess until 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENT Judge Richard Marsh, addressed the Council on the matter of the Eagle Mountain Land Fill asking that the City of La Quinta join in a law suit against the project based on the EIR. The action must be filed on Thursday, December 3, 1992. He understood that the City had previously taken action to oppose this project. Mayor Pena recalled that the action taken was to oppose the proposal based upon its submittal at that time. He stated that he could not support taking action at this time with such short notice. In response to Councilmember Sniff, Ms. Honeywell, City Attorney, advised that she has no background information on this matter, but felt that it is unlikely that the City would incur any liability by joining in. Discussion ensued about waiting and agendizing the matter for the next meeting and possibly joining the suit at that time. Judge Marsh advised that it's his understanding that plaintiffs will not be allowed to be added after Dec. 3rd. Councilmember Perkins felt that it's premature to take action at this point without further information. Judge Marsh advised that the organization, Desert Protection Fund, is in the process of raising money for this action, so they may be back in the future for assistance. Councilmember Sniff suggested that if this matter is agendized for the next meeting that the Judge provide some additional information for that meeting. BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 11 December 1, 1992 Gerald Jennings, 52-130 Martinez, La Quinta, president of Local Jobs for Local People, addressed the Council advising that the Vehicle Code has not been enforced in that the mandatory vehicle registrations for out-of-state vehicles within the required 20- days. They are asking all the City leaders to bring some fairness back to the valley construction workers by doing whatever possible to enforce the mandatory vehicle registration codes. Also, he asked if the City would see that public contracts require 50% local workers. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT *92-030 AMENDING THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD CHAPTER 6.10 TO TITLE 6 HEALTH & SANITATION), ADOPTING REQUIREMENTS TO CONTROL FUGITIVE DUST PM1O) EMISSION, AND CONCURRENCE WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION RELATING THERETO. Mr. Nesbitt, Associate Planner, advised that all Coachella valley cities and Riverside County are required to adopt a Fugitive Dust Control ordinance as mandated by the State Implementation Plan for PM1O. Staff has made some minor changes to the model ordinance which was developed by South Coast Air Quality Management District and CVAG. The main concern at the Planning Commission meeting related to bonding and security requirements. As a result, the wording was changed regarding the types of security which would be acceptable in order to be more flexible. The Planning Commission has recommended approval. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN. There being no one wishing to speak, the HEARING WAS CLOSED. MOTION It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/perkins that Ordinance No. 219 be taken up by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 219 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FUGITIVE DUST CONTROL REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN EXISTING LAND USES, CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION PROJECTS. BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 wCity Council Minutes 12 December 1, 1992 It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that Ordinance No. 219 be introduced on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Bangerter, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Councilmember Franklin 2. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 24950 AMENDMENT #1) REQUEST FOR A SECOND ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR A PREVIOUSLY-APPROVED PROJECT WHICH SUBDIVIDES 9+ ACRES INTO 36 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS AND ONE RETENTION BASIN L6? IN THE R-1 ZONE, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MILES AVENUE & DUNE PALMS ROAD. APPLICANT: SEOUL BANK OF CALIFORNIA CHONG B. LEE). Mr. Herman, Planning Director, advised that the City has received a request from Seoul Bank of California, for a second one-year time extension for Tract 24950 located at the northeast corner of Miles Avenue and Dune Palms Road. The Planning CorrLrflission has recommended approval with no changes to the conditions. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN. There being no one wishing to speak, the HEARING WAS CLOSED. RESOLUTION NO. 92-95 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, RECONFIRMING THE ORIGINAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT 24950, AMENDMENT #1 SECOND EXTENSION OF TIME CASE NO. TT 24950 AMENDMENT *1) SEOUL BANK OF CALIFORNIA CHONG B. LEE). It was moved by Councilmembers Sniff/Bangerter that Resolution No. 92-95 be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. STUDY SESSION......continued 2. REVIEW OF COMMUNITY PARK NORTH PRELIMINARY MASTER PLAN. Mr. Bohlen, Parks and Recreation Manager, advised that Community Park-North consists of 18.66 acres located at the future inter?ection of Westward Ho and Adams St. in the northern section of the City. The firm of Purkiss-Rose/RSI was selected to provide design services. BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 w City Council Minutes 13 December 1, 1992 r. Steve Lang, with Purkiss-RoseIRSI, addressed the Council and reviewed the proposed design describing the surrounding land uses. The concerns that surfaced at the public meetings centered around relationships with the neighbors, parking and provision of facilities which are needed in the north area of the City. He noted that the ballfield lights have been oriented to the north and northeast which is the best from a sun orientation and play use. Some of the features include: A multi-purpose ballfield with a skinned-in field and limit lines of about 300? to the outfield limits and also has overlay soccer or football that can be accommodated on the outside field areas. A 12,000 sq. ft. community center with a kitchen area and assembly area which will accommodate 250-300 people and a number of multi-purpose class-rooms. It has been situated along Adams and Westward Ho in order to have a great impact and strong visual identity for the park. It provides 120 parking spaces with additional parking along Adams. Horseshoes and shuffleboard courts and two lighted tennis courts and basketball half-courts. A passive area with a play area with a potential for a water feature. An informal amphitheater that will accommodate about 500 people. A half-mile trail system which runs around the perimeter of the park. In response to questions by Council, Mr. Lang advised that a fence could be installed to protect the skinned-in area and consideration could be given to exercise stations along the perimeter. Basketball courts have not been specified to be lighted, but they could be. Regarding overflow parking for the amphitheater, the parking at the adjacent high school could be utilized. The overall cost for the project is estimated at over $4 million. They have projected four phases of development with the first phase estimated at over $1 million which includes drainage and grading of half the site, and parking for 56 cars. The real need seems to be to provide for some of the neighborhood type of amenities. Mr. Bohlen advised that with Council?s authorization, this design will be processed through the Design Review Board and planning Commission and ultimately back to the City Council. Council concurred. BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 w City Council Minutes 14 December 1, 1992 DEPART?ENT REPORTS City Attorney Mayor Pena asked the City Attorney about the letter received from Brock Homes residents and she saw it as an individual concern they have with the builder and didn?t see how the City would be involved. If the perimeter landscaping was to deteriorate, it should be controlled by their C.C.&R's. Mayor Pena surfaced the matter of loitering in the morning around the Circle K area and asked what can be done. Ms. Honeywell advised that the City has an anti?loitering ordinance in place, however, if these are primarily people looking for jobs, some communities have taken a pro-active stance in providing for a specific place in the City for day-workers. It would have to be on public property. Mr. Genovese advised that staff has looked at public properties, but there isn't any which is in clear view other than park sites. He suggested that he and the City Attorney and Captain Dye work on some realistic alternatives and come back in two weeks with a report. Administrative Services Director Mrs. Juhola reminded the Council of the City Hall Open House on Thursday, December 17th from 3:30 to 6:30 P.M.; the Employee Recognition Dinner on Saturday, December th; and the special meeting with the Arts in Public Places Committee at the School on Thursday, December 3rd at 7:00 P.M.. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Re submitted AUNDRA L JUHOLA, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-30-96-U01 08:45:47AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 12-U02 01-U02 1992-U02