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1991 10 21 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 1991 Regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 3:00 P.M., Mayor Pena presiding. PRESENT: Council Members Bohnenberger, Franklin, Rushworth, Sniff, Mayor Pena ABSENT: None CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Mr. Kiedrowski asked that Consent Item No. 21 be added which is authorization for out-of-state travel and that Public Hearing Item No. 7 be removed as everyone has paid; Council Member Sniff asked that Consent Item 21 be placed on the Business Session Agenda; Council Member Bohnenberger asked that Consent Item 11 be placed on the Business Session Agenda; and Council Member Franklin asked that Consent Item 17 be placed on the Business Session Agenda. Council concurred on moving Consent 11 to Business 7; Consent 17 to Business 8; and Consent 21 to Business 9. ANNOUNCEMENTS None WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE a. Letter from the City of Indio regarding blinder racks". Council Member Franklin felt that the City needs to consider a similar ordinance and Ms. Honeywell advised that she is looking into it along with the matter of removing the newspaper racks in front of the Post Office in terms of first amendment issues. Council Member Sniff advised that he has submitted a number of comments to the City Attorney. b. Letter from La Quinta Chamber of Commerce requesting waiver of all City fees applicable to the 6th Annual La Quinta Gem of the Desert 10k Run/2 Mile Walk to be held on December 8, 1991. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin that all City fees be waived for the Chamber's 10k Run/2 Mile Walk. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-153. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 2 October 21, 1991 BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF ACQUISITION OF LOT 190, DESERT CLUB TRACT UNIT NO. 5. Council Member Bohnenberger advised that he would be abstaining from this issue due to its proximity to his home. Mr. Reynolds advised that in order to construct the frontage road parallel to Washington Street between Avenida La Fonda and Avenida Nuestra, it's necessary to acquire a sliver of land less than 1,000 sq. ft. from Lot 190. The property owners were unwilling to dedicate or sell the needed land, but have offered to sell the entire lot to the City for $60,000, which he felt is fair and reasonable. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Reynolds advised that there will be 11,000 sq. ft. remaining on this lot which is very saleable and buildable. RESOLUTION NO. 91-75 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that Resolution No. 91-75 be adopted. Motion carried with Council Member Bohnenberger abstaining. 2. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO JOIN RIVERSIDE COUNTY AND OTHER AGENCIES AS CO-PERMITTEE FOR NPDES NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM) PERMIT. Mr. Reynolds advised that the Environmental Protection Agency has established storm water discharge regulations designated as the NPDES. The California Regional Water Quality Control Board has determined that a NPDES permit must be obtained for drainage systems discharging into the Whitewater River Basin. A permit application must be submitted no later than May 18, 1992. They have asked that local authorities consolidate with Riverside County as co-permittees under a single NPDES permit. One of the advantages is that the $10,000 annual permit cost will be pro-rated among the participating agencies and the County will shoulder the bulk of the application process. Council Member Bohnenberger advised that the County is in the process of forming a CSA Community Service Area) to put BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 3 October 21, 1991 together a funding mechanism and asked if anything has happened at the CVAG level to get them to include cities. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the Technical Advisory Committee has proposed that the County not require the cities to join, but that they amend their application to allow cities to join. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/Sniff that the City Manager be authorized to sign a declaration of intent to co-permit with the County of Riverside for a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System NPDES) permit. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91- 154. 3. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF GRANT APPLICATION SUBMITTED FOR $10,000 FROM THE CALIFORNIA HEALTHY CITIES PROJECT. Mr. Herman recommended that the Council authorize the filing of a grant application through the California Smoke-Free Cities Project in the amount of $10,000. The City would use those funds to print a brochure, which will address tobacco use and its health effects in general; the State and County's efforts to control tobacco use; and a summary of the City's regulations, which is currently in the draft stage. Council Member Sniff felt that it's premature to submit an application when the proposed ordinance has not been acted upon. Discussion ensued relative to the fact that an ordinance regulating smoking in public places has not yet been adopted, with Council concurring that staff should go forward with an application following a telephone call to the proper State Office to see if an application will be considered under these circumstances. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/Franklin that staff be authorized to file a grant application from the California Healthy Cities Project. Motion carried with Council Member Sniff voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-155. 4. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH TKD ASSOCIATES FOR DESIGN OF MEDIAN LANDSCAPING ON WASHINGTON STREET. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 4 October 21, 1991 5. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH TKD ASSOCIATES FOR DESIGN OF MEDIAN LANDSCAPING ON WASHINGTON STREET. Mr. Reynolds advised that this matter was continued from the last meeting pending a plant palette from the consultant. Tom Doczi, President of TKD Associates addressed the Council advising that the Council has received a proposed plant list which is divided into plant zone areas. He advised that on Washington St., they are planning a gateway" type element that will include a welcome sign in the median along the frontage road along Highland Palms as set forth in the Washington Street Specific Plan. He pointed out that this would not be the main welcoming sign, since the City does expand north of Highway 111. They are also attempting to leave enough room to accommodate a future block wall in that median. They are looking at shrubbery that will give a lush appearance and at the same time, be drought-tolerant. In response to Council Member Franklin, Mr. Doczi advised that he uses a pre-emergent to kill any existing seeds that may germinate. Council Member Rushworth commented that when driving south on Jefferson Street and you attempt a left turn into the golf course, the view is obscured by the landscaping. Mr. Doczi advised that he would look into it. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Doczi advised that there is lighting on Eisenhower and Jefferson, adding that a master lighting plan is being drafted by City staff. Council Member Franklin understood that the plant palette would be for use City-wide and not project-by-project and Mr. Doczi advised that the final draft, which will be completed in about a week will be for use City-wide. MOTION It was moved by Council Members f/Rushworth that the agreement with TKD for median landscaping on Washington Street be approved in an amount not to exceed 12,800. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-156. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that the agreement with TKD for median landscaping on Avenue 50 be approved in an amount not to exceed $6,300. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-157. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 5 October 21, 1991 6. CONSIDERATION AND SELECTION OF CIVIC CENTER MANAGING UNDERWRITER. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that he and Mr. Genovese met in the offices of Fieldman Rolapp last Friday and participated in interviews for a managing underwriter for the Civic Center bond issue. He recommended that the firm of Sutro & Co. be selected at a rate of $6.95 per $1,000 of issuance. Council Member Franklin asked if this action isn?t premature, given that the Council hasn't decided if the structure is going to be built and Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the selection of this firm is based upon selling the bonds and will be back to the City Council at the time the award of a construction contract is before the Council. He noted that the current budget assumes paying cash for the Civic Center with the notation that bonding would be considered. A decision cannot be made on bonds without knowing roughly, what the price is and what kind of interest will be paid. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/Sniff to continue this matter to the evening session. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-158. 7. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL ADVERTISING DEVICE 91-017 FOR TENTATIVE TRACT 23935 SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MILES AND DUNE PALMS. APPLICANT: GWR DEVELOPMENT. Council Member Bohnenberger stated that he would prefer to see this approval be for two months with a review for renewal at that time rather than leaving it open-ended. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/sniff that a special advertising device for Tentative Tract 23935 be granted for two months. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-159. 8. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR LEASE OF OFFICE SPACE LOCATED AT 78- 105 CALLE ESTADO FOR THE CITY HALL FACILITY ON A MONTH-TO- MONTH BASIS. Council Member Franklin stated that she would prefer to see a one-year lease and then month-to-month. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that staff will continue negotiations with the landlord and re-agendize for the next meeting. No action was taken. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 6 October 21, 1991 9. APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL. Council Member Sniff felt that going to New York to get the City rated for a bond issue is pre-mature. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the City has never been rated and that is the purpose of the meeting and to see if anyone will underwrite. In all the past bond issues, it was the Redevelopment Agency that sold bonds and was rated. The trip will include the City's Financial Advisory; Bond Counsel, himself; the Assistant City Manager; a Council Member and the Managing Underwriter. Council Member Bohnenberger expressed the importance of going to New York to meet with the underwriters and insurers and getting the City rated. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Mayor Pena that the out-of-state travel as reviewed be approved. Motion carried with Council Member Sniff voting NO; and Council Member Rushworth ABSTAINING. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91- 160. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 1, 1991. 2. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER. 3. APPROVAL OF LETTER OF AFFIRMATION DESIGNATING ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION OF THE COUNTY'S HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO BE LOCAL ENFORCEMENT AGENCY. 4. APPROVAL OF REDUCTION IN SECURITY FOR TRACT 22432-4 SUNRISE AT PGA WEST. 5. APPROVAL OF BUDGET TRANSFER TO PROVIDE FUNDS FOR FINAL PAYMENT TO CONTRACTOR OF PHASE II OF THE COVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-2. 6. APPROVAL OF LANDOWNER'S OFFER TO CONVEY LAND TO CITY FOR USE AS WASHINGTON STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY. 7. APPROVAL OF FINAL TRACT MAP 26769 AND RELATED SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT MONROE STREET SOUTH OF 52ND AVENUE. APPLICANT: QUALICO DEVELOPMENT. 8. ACCEPTANCE OF SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS TRACT 25237 SANTA ROSA COVE. APPLICANT: OHIO CITIZEN'S INVESTMENT CORPORATION. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 7 October 21, 1991 9 APPROVAL OF SPECIAL ADVERTISING DEVICE 91-018 SEARCHLIGHT) FOR OPENING BALL ON NOVEMBER 2, 1991. APPLICANT: LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB. 10. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL ADVERTISING DEVICE 91-016 SEARCHLIGHT) FOR 3RD ANNUAL HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL OCTOBER 31, 1991. APPLICANT: LA QUINTA HOTEL. 11 CONSIDERED AS BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 7. 12. APPROVAL OF FIRST, ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR TRACT 24890, LOCATED IN AREA GENERALLY BOUNDED BY 52ND AVENUE ON SOUTH, JEFFERSON STREET ON EAST, AND CALLE RONDO ON WEST, WITHIN OAK TREE WEST SPECIFIC PLAN AREA. APPLICANT: J. M. PETERS CO., INC. 13. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING TRAFFIC CONTROLS FOR THE SKINS GAME. 14. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION URGING THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA PRESIDENT AND REGENTS TO ESTABLISH A LAW SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT RIVERSIDE. 15. ACCEPTANCE OF QUITCLAIM ACCESS EASEMENT RESERVED BY CITY IN THE OLD ADAMS STREET RIGHT OF WAY THROUGH TRACT 25389-1, BROCK HOMES. 16. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATION FROM THE SUNRISE CO. RELATING TO AIR/LODGING FOR A TOUR?WORKSHOP. 17. CONSIDERED AS BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 8. 18. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 7 TO PHASE III OF THE COVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. 19. REJECTION OF BIDS FOR PROJECT NO. 91-16 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AND AUTHORIZATION TO RE-BID. 20. ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR WASHINGTON STREET RIGHT OF WAY ALTMAN. 21. CONSIDERED AS BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 9. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Rushworth/ Bohnenberger that the Consent Calendar be approved as recommended and as amended with Items 13, 14, 15, 16 & 21 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 91-76, 91-77, 91-78, 91-79, and 91-80 respectively. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-161. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 8 October 21, 1991 PUBLIC COMMENT AUDREY OSTROWSKI, P.O. Box, La Quinta, addressed the Council on the matter of industrial type businesses operating out of the Cove. Mr. Hartung, Building and Safety Director, advised that he would investigate the charges and report back. JUDY VOSSLER WOODARD, advised that she is Chairman of the CVB's Hospitality Committee and plans to meet with each City Council once each month to present a status report. She then introduced Scott DeLasio, La Quinta Hotel Assistant Manager and in charge of all the marketing efforts, who proceeded to give the Council a status report. STUDY SESSION 1. DISCUSSION OF DESERT VILLAS. Dick Darling, Managing Partner presented the Council with three different scenarios for funding of this project, which is geared toward seniors either 55 and over or 60 and over, which is yet to be determined. In response to questions by Council, Mr. Darling advised that 33% of the project will be dedicated to low-moderate income persons. Studies indicate that the market can absorb 50 units per year. In further response to questions by Council, Mr. Kiedrowski advised that there is about $2 million in the low-mod set- aside fund and $800,000 of it incumbered. He also pointed out that there are other possible uses for those funds, which have been discussed with Council. About $750,000 is put into this fund each year. Mr. Darling advised that they plan to put up $1.4 million on a $10 million budget, which he felt was reasonable. Mr. Kiedrowski added that the $1.4 million is representative of the cost of the land. Mr. Mark Huebsch, City Attorney, recommended that since the City is in the process of negotiating with this Developer, that any further details be discussed in Closed Session. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 9 October 21, 1991 Council Member Bohnenberger suggested that the Council consider this matter further in Closed Session and that the two remaining Study Session Items be continued. Mrs. Honeywell advised that the matter will be discussed in Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8. PRESENTATIONS The Mayor presented the La Quinta Beautiful Awards for the month of September as follows: Most Beautiful: Frank & Patricia Christal, 54-020 Villa Most Improved: Ernest & Andrea Rodriquez, 54-840 Obregon Jacquie Bethel presented the Council with red ribbons for City Staff for Red Ribbon Week. PUBLIC COMMENT Dolly Dupree, 78-430 Cameo Place, advised that she has lived here for 23 years and that the gutters in her neighborhood do not allow for water to flow downhill and that she always has water sitting in her driveway. She asked that consideration be given to installing curbs and gutters in conjunction with the improvements currently being made in her neighborhood. Don Rector, 46-450 Cameo Palms Dr., spoke to the same issue adding that the standing water becomes breeding areas for mosquitos and other larvae carrying insects. Joe Hernandez, 46-325 Cameo Palms Dr., also asked that curbs and gutters be installed in the Highland Springs area. Sayed Safavian, 46-800 Highland Palms Dr., also urged that curbs and gutters be installed. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. PUBLIC USE PERMIT 91-010 APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF A PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER FOR 160 CHILDREN AT SOUTH OF SAGEBRUSH AVENUE EXTENSION, EAST OF DATE PALM DR. APPLICANT: MICHAEL & GLENDA BANGERTER. APPELLANT: JIM BATTIN, ET. AL. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 10 October 21, 1991 MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin to continue the public hearing on Public Use Permit 91-010 to November 19, 1991. Motion carried with Council Member Rushworth ABSTAINING. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-162. 2. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 91-020 TO ESTABLISH A NEW COMMERCIAL/OFFICE MEDICAL ZONING DISTRICT CHAPTER 9.92) WHICH WILL INCLUDE PROVISIONS FOR MEDICAL FACILITIES, OFFICES, LIMITED RETAIL, PUBLIC AND QUASI-PUBLIC USES AND OTHER LAND USES DEEMED PERMISSIBLE AND AMENDMENT TO SECTION 9.160 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO OFF-STREET PARKING. APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA. Mr. Herman advised that if adopted, this amendment would allow properties of 5 acres or larger, abutting an arterial thoroughfare to seek this new zoning classification. It will allow predominately office and medical office uses with some related uses, i.e., pharmacy, etc. that are accessory to the primary use. The Planning Commission has recommended approval of the amendment. In response to Council Member Franklin, Mr. Herman advised that currently we have very few zoning designations. This will accommodate a wide range of uses that are not appropriate in currently commercial-zoned Highway 111 frontage. PUBLIC HEARING OPEN PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bohnenberger that Ordinance No. 195 be taken up by title and number only and that further reading be waived. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 195 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 9.92 PREVIOUSLY DELETED I-P INDUSTRIAL PARK SECTION) TO THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE AND AMENDMENT CHAPTER 9.160 OF THE OFF-STREET PARKING STANDARDS; AND CONCURRENCE WITH THE PROPOSED NEGATIVE DECLARATION CASE NO. ZOA 91-020 CITY OF LA QUINTA. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bohnenberger that Ordinance No. 195 be introduced on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 11 October 21, 1991 AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Franklin, Rushworth, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None 3. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY DESERT HOSPITAL: PERTAINING TO 20 ACRES ON THE WEST SIDE OF WASHINGTON STREET AT VIA MARQUESSA GENERALLY SOUTH OF HIGHLAND PALMS/47TH AVENUE AND NORTH OF 48TH AVENUE): A. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 91-037 FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO OFFICE/MEDICAL COMMERCIAL OR ANY OTHER DESIGNATION DEEMED ACCEPTABLE BY THE CITY COUNCIL B. CHANGE OF ZONE 91-065 FROM R-1 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO OFFICE/MEDICAL OR ANY OTHER DESIGNATION DEEMED ACCEPTABLE BY THE CITY COUNCIL. C. PLOT PLAN 91-465 FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A 79,000+ SQ. FT. MULTIPLE STORY, MEDICAL, OUT-PATIENT FACILITY PHASE L) WITH 360+ ON-SITE PARKING SPACES, AN ON-SITE RETENTION BASIN FOR FLOOD WATER DETENTION, RELATED ON-SITE LANDSCAPING AND HELI- PAD. Mayor Pena advised that upon advise of Counsel, he will be abstaining from this issue due to a possible conflict of interest. Mrs. Honeywell, City Attorney, advised that the issue depends upon the economic impact that the proposed action would have on a source of income of which the Mayor is one of the Board of Directors. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 91-037 Mr. Herman advised that this General Plan Amendment would re- designate residentially-designated property to a new Office/Commercial designation. It would ultimately permit the project in question. Mayor Pro Tern Bohnenberger asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation and Mr. Bergman advised that they wished to reserve the right to speak at a later point. PUBLIC HEARING OPEN * Joe Hernandez, 46-325 Cameo Palms Dr., advised that he was representing his community of Highland Palms, which will be affected tremendously by this project. He spoke to the issue BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 12 October 21, 1991 of traffic, which will be created by this project and the bottleneck situation that will result in his area. The positive aspect is, that a hospital will be nearby, alleviating the need to get to Highway 111. Dr. Robert Stevenson, 78-150 Tampico, felt that the proposed project will create a problem with traffic and noise with the sirens. He also commented on the kinds of crowds that are attracted to hospital emergency rooms on weekend nights and wasn't sure he wanted to see that in his neighborhood. He also feared that this project won't make it and it will leave a large empty parking lot in a beautiful cove. Steve O'Grady, 49-130 Eisenhower Dr., felt that this facility should be closer to Highway 111 citing traffic problems. Sayed Safavian, 46-800 Highland Palms Dr., felt that this project will create serious traffic problems and that this facility is incompatible with a residential neighborhood. Lucia Moran, advised that the premise behind the Washington Street Specific Plan, was to move traffic from the Cove to Highway 111 and Interstate 10 with as little interruption as possible. When Adams Street was closed off, that left Washington St. the only north-south major arterial that is within our direct control. This project will create a major traffic problem on a street that is already experiencing traffic problems. She urged the Council to leave Washington St. uncluttered. She also believed that the zone change will discourage the use of commercially-designated land. Additionally, the Environmental Assessment was done only for Phase I and should have been on the entire project. She felt that the project will have a major impact on the environment and asked for a complete EIR. Barry Wolfman, Chief Executive Officer of J.F.K. Hospital, advised that he is a resident of La Quinta and requested denial of the project and of the zone change. Further expansion of commercial enterprise into a residential neighborhood is not good for La Quinta. He felt that this is a very conspicuous residential area and will have a negative impact on traffic. He believed that this project will seriously hurt health care in the valley, adding costs by duplication of services. He also questioned the feasibility of a helipad. Gary Avise, 78-710 Via Sonata, stated that he goes to Desert Hospital and is interested in seeing a facility that is as comprehensive as Desert Hospital offer services to this City. You can't just look at the number of vacant beds there's a great deal more service being provided than hospital care. He BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 13 October 21, 1991 felt that zone changes are something you live with all the time and that this use is appropriate for the area. He also commented on the potential for a day care center at this site. David Hanaman, 48-147 Vista Cielo, stated that one of the things that attracted him to Laguna De La Paz was the fact that the adjacent property was zoned R-1. However, they are happy to trade those perceived advantages of R-1 for having a first-class medical facility nearby, operated by a hospital that will maintain a first-class facility. They have a good financial base and a good reputation. He supported the project. Philip Pead, 78-611 Highway 111, felt that it will adversely impact the City to locate a commercial project on residential land. It should be located on commercially-designated land. The impact of rezoning residential to commercial is that potential investors delay their decision to participate in a commercial project on commercial-zoned land when they're able to rezone cheaper land. He asked for denial. Paul Selzer, 38-727 Maracaibo Cr., Palm Springs, has been a property owner in La Quinta for 15 years. He expressed concern about converting R-1 land to commercial as there?s currently 800 acres of undeveloped commercial land in the City. He felt that the end result will be to slow development of commercially zoned land. Gilbert Smith, Pomona First Federal, owner of property at the southeast corner of Washington and Highway 111, felt that rezoning R-1 to commercial will have a devastating effect on the remaining 800 acres of commercial land in the City. He urged denial. red Simon, 78-611 Highway 111, owner of Simon Motors, advised that he participated with the City in the development of the General Plan Up-Date when the Washington Street Specific Plan, was adopted. The purpose was to develop a traffic pattern in which to give people an opportunity to get to Highway 111. It did not take into consideration any additional commercially- zoned land on Washington. He felt this will set a dangerous precedent. Peter Richardson, 1270 Del Paso Way, Palm springs, expressed concern over Desert Hospital's plan to expand, citing problems they currently have in Palm Springs. He commented on the surplus of hospital beds in the Valley. He felt that this will set a dangerous precedent and hoped that it will not be approved. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 14 October 21, 1991 Mary Van Fleet, felt there are enough hospitals in the Valley and that this one will create serious traffic problems and asked that a full EIR be required. Dr. Isaal A. Sultan, 81-893 Dr. Carreon Blvd., commented on the matter of there being a 25% vacancy at all three hospitals and wondered what good another one will do. He felt that it will have a negative ripple effect to J.F.K. Unless La Quinta is clamoring for their own hospital, he urged Council to deny this request. Joe Frolove, 48-225 Calle Floristas, stated that many people at Laguna De La Paz are opposed to this project and urged Council's denial. Bob Jones, 78-365 Highway 111, advised that he is a lobbyist for AARP and they strongly oppose this project on the basis that they believe it will cause health care costs to increase. Al Campbell, 80-120 Vista Grande, employee of J.F.K. Hospital did not see the need for an additional hospital given the number of empty beds currently at the existing ones. Frank Curry, 48-710 Hepburn, Indio, Chief of Emergency at J.F.K. Hospital, opposed this project as he felt that it represents duplication of services and sees it as a threat to high-quality medical care. Ralph Clemmons, 78-980 Underwood Ct., sold his house in Palm Springs to move here because of the noise there. He urged denial. Lou Schwarz, Associate Professor with Cal State, Dominguez Hills, sees this as duplication of services and urged denial. Douglas Rall, 78-390 Highland Palms, spoke to the impact this project will have on traffic and that the frontage road along Highland Palms was not built to accommodate commercial traffic. He felt that the reason for selecting this site was financial. He also spoke to the noises from sirens and helicopters that will be resultant from this project. Lawrence Guntz, 48-529 Via Encanto, felt this is spot zoning. Joyce White, 77-395 Calle Durango, employee of J.F.K. Hospital felt that another hospital will be detrimental for not only La Quinta, but for the health care workers because of lack of work. There isn't a need for this facility. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 15 October 21, 1991 Robin Boardman, 52-575 Avenida Rubio, registered nurse at J.F.K. Hospital, advised that she's already being asked to take time off of work because it's so Slow. This hospital is not needed. She felt that the additional traffic will mar this beautiful enchanting village. Linda Pjtts, 78-748 Via Sonata, stated that the greatest benefit is accessibility of health care to La Quinta residents. She also pointed out that it will accommodate a day care center which has been identified as a need in the City. She is proud to be associated with Desert Hospital. Many people drive there for services who won't have to make that drive with this facility. Ron Narowki, Laguna De La Paz, felt that this project belongs on Highway 111. He likes to listen to the coyotes at night and not ambulances. Judith Owens Burns, 72-757 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, stated that she was part of the General Plan Citizens Advisory Committee and at that time there was a concern for the downtown area and how to preserve it when Highway 111 developed. She asked that the Council look at the General Plan before making a decision, pointing out that there are several large parcels in the City that can accommodate this project. Mark Moran, P.O. Box 1305, stated that there has been an attempt to keep commercial of f of Washington St. and cited Spanos' project on Washington and Miles in which the commercial was moved to keep it off of Washington. He felt that rezoning R-l will dilute the commercial land efforts and begin a new round of land development speculations that encourages the buying of residential land so that it can be upzoned to commercial. He urged the Council not to damage the integrity of the Washington St. Specific Plan and not to penalize the people who live off of Washington. John McGay, spoke for Judy vassey, 54-066 BermudaS, who is out of town. He lives in Bermuda Dunes and their Committee asked that he come to the meeting to see how things are being done on a General Plan level. They want the City to know they are watching land use matters. Peter Bergman, Chief Financial Officer of Desert Hospital, advised that they have been pursuing this development since January and have talked to many people and have attempted to mitigate all concerns. He submitted a petition signed by 873 residents of the City supporting the project. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 16 October 21, 1991 He advised that the site consists of 30 acres with 20 buildable acres. They have master-planned the site. Phase I consists of an 80,000 sq. ft. building with medical offices and out-patient services which will have comprehensive lab and radiology services and same-day surgery; out-patient rehabilitation; out-patient cancer center; pharmacy and related retail sales. There are four buildings planned representing 15 years of development. They plan a 9-5 operation. He added that a helipad is not a part of the application. He noted that while Desert Hospital is a tax supported organization, no tax dollars will be spent on this facility. It will be a separate, profit-making organization called El Mirador, which is a wholly owned corporation by Desert Hospital. Mr. Bergman then reviewed the architecture of the building, and the access plan which he believed is sound. They plan to spend about $10 million on the building and about 35% of the work will be let to local contractors. Commercial traffic is generally going into a separate entrance that accesses off of Washington Street and seeks to keep traffic away from residential that abuts their property to the north. La Quinta made sense for a site because, demographically, 22% of the health care provided to La Quinta residents on an in- patient basis) is at Desert Hospital and 50% of La Quinta babies are born at Desert Hospital. Financing is in place and plans are nearly ready for submission. In selecting a site, many issues were considered including the need for a location where infrastructure was in place. This site met all their needs. He noted that the traffic study was based on complete build-out rather than only for this 80,000 sq. ft. building. The traffic study shows a traffic signal, but they do have an optional plan which eliminates the signal. He felt that the zone change will enhance the existing commercial development and will encourage additional. They would rather not see encroachment onto the high-visibility, high-sales tax generating Highway 111 corridor. They believe that their project represents the highest and best use of this property. In response to Council Member Bohnenberger, Mr. Bergman advised that they will not add beds to this facility until the demand is there, which will probably be between five and ten years. Regarding the statistics that 22% of La Quinta residents go to Desert Hospital, that figure came from a BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 17 October 21, 1991 company called Datas Corporation, which almost all hospitals participate in by submitting statistics. All hospitals in the Coachella valley participate in it. Council Member Franklin asked if they are looking at the other 30 acres and Mr. Bergman advised not. He then detailed the organizational structure and financing mechanism involved. They currently have an option on the property in question with $250,000 down. Regarding the helipad, they were required to accommodate helicopters in Palm Springs, because they are the designated trauma center in the valley. Council Member Franklin commented that some of the people circulating petitions for Desert Hospital misrepresented the facts in obtaining the signatures. Mayor Pro Tem Rushworth advised that he has been told that Spanos opposes this project. Council Member Sniff asked if they would be interested in Plaza Tampico and Mr. Bergman advised not, that it's not compatible. Council Member Bohnenberger asked if it's legal to levy a bed tax on a hospital and Mrs. Honeywell advised that she would research it. Jeff Subcheck, with Mediplex, San Diego, spoke regarding the location stating that Highway 111 is a valuable tax-generating corridor and did not believe that the City would want to see a non-tax generating business locate there. He advised that there have been 11 zone changes from residential to commercial in the City since incorporation. All eleven have been approved, with the most recent being the site of the future Ralphs. He added that both Eisenhower and J.F.K. Hospitals are looking to locate in La Quinta, so additional health care must be needed. Tiana Hamilton, Traffic Engineer with Barton Ashton, addressed the Council and reviewed the traffic study and traffic circulation plans. George Marzicola, advised that he has owned 72 acres at the southeast corner of Highway 111 and Washington for 12 years. He doesn't want the City to lose a medical facility, however, he question the appropriateness of the location. He advised that they have had discussions with Eisenhower and J.F.K. Hospitals regarding locating on his site. They are willing to donate a portion of the land to a medical facility that meets their standards. That would reduce and mitigate the cost to any medical facility venture in developing a project. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 18 October 21, 1991 PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Council Member Bohnenberger stated that people are saying this is a commercial development and that we have enough commercial acreage already. He's never considered a hospital to be a commercial development we're talking basic human services it's not a high impact, high sales tax generating commercial development with high traffic loads. He didn't wish to see the Highway 111 corridor taken up by types of commercial development that don't generate high sales tax on a high traffic corridor. He noted that Desert Hospital, Eisenhower and J.F.K. have residential on at least one side. He also commented on the statistics which shows that 22% of the La Quinta residents are driving to Palm Springs to use Desert Hospital and if the other hospitals are looking at La Quinta in which to locate, then there must be a need. He didn't believe that the traffic study showed a significant impact on traffic. He was anxious to see quality health care at an affordable cost. He was very supportive and feels it is compatible with residential and with the mitigation measures, it will have minor impact and a real benefit to the City and its residents. Council Member Franklin agreed that we need some of the medical services outlined in the community, but she was totally opposed to up-zoning this property to commercial and she believed that it is a commercial project. She didn't believe that the traffic has been mitigated. Regarding the plans of the other hospitals, they aren't looking to build a hospital in La Quinta, they're looking at building medical offices. She concluded that she wasn't opposed to the project, the community has a viable need for it, but she felt that it's in the wrong location. Council Member Rushworth agreed with Council Member Bohnenberger and commented that he has been happy with J.F.K. Hospital, but we have a proposal here that he didn't believe we can turn aside. He wasn't afraid of the traffic pattern and stated that they are building a medical office building and the rest of the project will be built as the need dictates. He added that he did not consider a hospital to be a commercial venture. Council Member Sniff stated that he noted with interest, the comments on traffic in light of an election several years in which Adams Street was deleted from the City's traffic pattern. He felt that this is a worthy project and would like to see it proceed. However, there are a number of concerns which have surfaced here, as well as telephone calls he's received and many of them were from surrounding residents who are concerned about the impact on traffic. He was concerned BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 19 October 21, 1991 about adding additional commercial land when so much is currently under-utilized. Therefore, he had to go on record as opposed to the project. RESOLUTION NO. 91- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 91-210 AND APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 91-037, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE LA QUINTA GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO OFFICE/MEDICAL COMMERCIAL AND TO AMEND THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN TEXT. CASE NO. GPA 91-037 DESERT HOSPITAL. It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/Rushworth that the above noted resolution be adopted. Motion failed to carry by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Rushworth NOES: Council Members Franklin, Sniff ABSTAIN: Mayor Pena ABSENT: None MOTION It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/ Rushworth to take up Ordinance No. next) by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion failed to carry with Council Members Franklin/Sniff voting NO and Mayor pena Abstaining. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/ Rushworth that Plot Plan 91-465 be approved. Motion failed to carry with Council Members Franklin/Sniff voting NO and Mayor Pena Abstaining. 4. TENTATIVE TRACT 26972 SUBDIVISION OF 9.6 ACRES INTO 15 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS WEST OF MADISON ST. 1/2 MILE SOUTH OF AVENUE 50 AND CONFIRMATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT. APPLICANT: DR. JOSEPH DARR. Mr. Sawa, Principal Planner, presented staff report advising that the Planning Commission has recommended approval of the subject map with a revised condition requiring that the lots be 1.5 acres in size as opposed to the requested 20,000 sq. ft. lots. The existing zoning is R-1-20,000. In response to Council Member Franklin, Mr. Sawa advised that according to the C.C.& R's, horses will not be allowed. PUBLIC HEARING OPEN BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 20 October 21, 1991 George Sterns, 51-425 Madison, advised that his property is directly south of the proposed project and believed that the people should have the option of having horses. Olga Giannini, 51-555 Madison Street, urged approval of the Planning Commission recommendation noting that people who bought in that area did so because they wanted to live in a rural area. Morgan Ward, 48-800 San Pedro, stated that he supported Dr. Darr and Mr. Pudney's applications advising that they plan a very good quality project. It can continue to be of a rural nature without being like it was 25 years ago. He felt that 1.5 acre lots is a mistake, as you need at least 2.5 acres to accommodate horses. He noted that in Green valley, which has the larger lots, there are only two lots which have horses. The price range of this project will probably be between $350, 000-$400 000. Gabriella Giannini, 51-555 Madison, urged that the Planning Commission recommendation be approved as she felt that if the smaller lots are approved, it will have a domino effect in the area. Jack McGinty, Green valley, advised that they have 47 lots, all of which are landscaped and many have horses. All of the lots are sold. They wish to see some protection for an equestrian area. Bess Sterns, noted that the applicant has stated that they intend to save as many trees as possible and with 1.5 acre lots, they will be able to save more. Mike Rowe, with Keith Companies, stated that he has talked to El Dorado Polo Grounds people and they have no objections to this project. He believed that these homes will be owned by people who will be seasonal, and will not wish to have an equestrian overlay or a large landscaped area. He felt that 20,000 sq. ft. is substantial in size and noted that they are going to save as many trees as possible. Regarding the conditions, he asked that Condition No. 9 be eliminated and that Condition No. 16 be modified to allow a maximum height of single-story units to 25' and two story at 30'. PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED In response to Mayor Pena, Mr. Herman advised that there are no provisions in the current General Plan for an equestrian trail, but there have been discussions about adding it in the up-date. Mr. Sawa advised that a block wall is planned. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 21 October 21, 1991 Mayor pena was hoping that the applicant would be present. He wished to see this matter continued, so that the Council can give it further study. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/Sniff to continue the consideration of Tentative Tract 26972 to December 3, 1991. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-163. 5. TENTATIVE TRACT 27187 APPLICATION FOR SUBDIVISION OF 5+ ACRES INTO 8 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS IN AN R-1-20,000 ZONE ON THE WEST SIDE OF MADISON STREET AND SOUTH OF FUTURE BETH CIRCLE APPLICANT: GARY L. PUDNEY. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Franklin/Bohnenberger that consideration of Tentative Tract 26972 be continued to December 3, 1991. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-164. 6. ESTABLISHMENT OF VARIOUS FEES AND DEPOSITS FOR CHAPTER 14.20- MOVING BUILDINGS. APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA. Mr. Herman asked that the resolution presented be adopted establishing fees as set forth in Chapter 14.20 of the Municipal Code relative to moving of buildings. PUBLIC HEARING OPEN PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED RESOLUTION NO. 91-81 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES AND DEPOSITS FOR MOVING BUILDINGS UNDER CHAPTER 14.20 OF THE LA QUINTA CITY CODE. It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/Franklin that Resolution No. 91-81 be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. COUNCIL COMMENT None PUBLIC COMMENT None BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 22 October 21, 1991 DEPARTMENT REPORTS Mr. Reynolds advised that many of the homeowners in the Highland Palms area are looking for the City to replace the curbs and gutters in that area. That work can be done for about $200,000 and recommended that it be added to the contract for Phase IV of the Cove Improvement Project as a change order. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Bohnenberger/Franklin to prepare a report as to what areas need to be replaced in order to install drainage to the area and authorize them to proceed with the work up to a maximum of $200,000. Mr. Reynolds advised that this will be a contract change order which will have to be submitted to the Council. Council Member Bohnenberger amended the motion to authorize staff to proceed with processing a change order at the next meeting. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-165. Mr. Herman advised that another study session with the Planning Commission regarding the General Plan up-date has been scheduled for October 29th at 7:00 P.M. at the Youth/Day Care Center. He added that a major presentation on the General Plan will be held on December 11th at the Middle School. He also advised that at their last meeting, the Planning Commission directed staff to start a general plan/change of zone for the Spanos Project on Miles/washington and to conduct a public hearing on the tentative tract time extension and specific plan and to amend some conditions which also ties back into the General Plan. Ms. Honeywell advised that the Planning Commission does not have the authority to direct staff in that regard, so staff is looking for direction from Council. Council concurred on proceeding with the Specific Plan and Tentative Tract, but not the General Plan and Change of Zone. BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 23 October 21, 1991 BUSINESS SESSION 6. CONSIDERATION AND SELECTION OF CIVIC CENTER MANAGING UNDERWRITER. Council Member Bohnenberger abstained due to a possible conflict of interest. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that our Financial Consultant, Bill Fieldman has recommended that the firm of Sutro be selected as the managing underwriter for the Civic Center Bond Issue following an interview of four firms. In response to questions by Council, Mr. Kiedrowski advised that Sutro has as much prestige on the floor as any of the other underwriters. The only fiscal implication at this point, is a trip to New York. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Rushworth/Franklin to authorize selection of Sutro as the Managing Underwriter for the Civic Center bond issue. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 91-166. CLOSED SESSION a. Discussion of potential pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956(a) Pyramids Development Agreement Landmark Bankruptcy Proceedings. b. Discussion of on-going litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) City of Indio, Indio Case No. 62944 Fredericks FA Cv91-3l7AHS Palm Springs Redevelopment Agency re: Canyon Park Project c. Discussion of personnel pursuant to Government Code Section 54957. d. Discussion of potential property acquisition pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Issues relating to C.V. Recreation and Park District and Potential Park Acquisition e. Discussion of negotiations pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Desert Villas BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02 City Council Minutes 24 October 21, 1991 There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Re?ectful1y submitted, SAUNDRA L. JUHOLA, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 02-09-96-U01 11:25:06AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 10-U02 21-U02 1991-U02