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1989 02 07 CC Minutesa LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES February 7, 1989 Regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 7:30 P.M., Mayor Pena presiding, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Council Members Bohnenberger, Bosworth, Rushworth, Sniff, Mayor Pena ABSENT: None PRESENTATIONS At this time, Mayor Pena presented the first La Quinta Beautiful" award to Mike and Bonnie Tanner, 77-320 Calle Sinaloa, for outstanding efforts at property beautification. ANNOUNCEMENTS None PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 23935 APPLICATION BY TOM NOBLE FOR SUBDIVISION OF 50+ ACRES LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MILES AVENUE AND DUNE PALMS ROAD INTO 193 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS AND CONCURRENCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT. Mr. Kiedrowski, City Manager, advised that this map was continued based on the applicant's wish to continue discussion of some of the conditions with the City Engineer. It is his understanding that the issues have been resolved. TOM NOBLE, 74-075 El Paseo A-4, advised that he has received a copy of the Engineer's memorandum. He then read proposed language for Condition No. 14 to which Mr. Brandt, City Attorney, wished to review and modify. Following consultation between the Attorney and Mr. Noble, the following language was agreed upon: The applicant shall submit a grading plan prepared by a registered Civil Engineer. Additional conditions regarding supervision of grading and drainage and certification at rough grade and final grade stage as well as verification of pad elements shall be included as required by the City Engineer following conferring with the applicant and California Council of Civil Engineers and Land Surveyors." Council concurred. BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 aCity Council Minutes 2 February 7, 1989 RESOLUTION NO. 89-17 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS, CONFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS AND GRANTING APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 23935 TO ALLOW THE CREATION OF A LAND SALES SUBDIVISION ON A 50+ ACRE SITE CASE NO. TT 23935 TOM NOBLE. It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Rushworth that Resolution No. 89-17 be adopted as modified. Motion carried unanimously. 2. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON CHANGE OF ZONE 87-026 FROM R-1 TO R-3-5445 ON 32.27 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF DUNE PALMS ROAD AND WESTWARD HO DRIVE APPLICANT: LA QUINTA DUNES. Carried over to February 21, 1989. 3. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 24026 APPLICATION BY LA QUINTA PARTNERS FOR SUBDIVISION OF 32 + ACRES ON THE SOUTHWEST OF THE INTERSECTION OF DUNE PALMS ROAD AND WESTWARD HO DRIVE INTO 117 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS AND CONCURRENCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT. Carried over to February 21, 1989. BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION OF APPROVING ANNEXATION #3 TO THE CITY OF LA QUINTA PROPERTY LOCATED NORTHWEST OF INTERSECTION OF ADAMS STARLIGHT DR.) AND FRED WARING APPLICANT: RICK JOHNSON. Mr. Kiedrowskj advised that on January 26th, LAFCO designated the City of La Quinta as the conducting authority, authorizing the City to annex said 45 acres located northwest of Adams Street and Fred Waring intersection without notice, hearing or election. The annexation will be complete once it's recorded. RESOLUTION NO. 89-15 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED CONTIGUOUS TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, KNOWN AS ANNEXATION NO. 3. It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Resolution No. 89-15 be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 aCity Council Minutes 3 February 7, 1989 2. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST OF SAVE OUR SANTA ROSAS" COMMITTEE FOR ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE PRESERVATION OF THE SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that Mr. Condon of Save Our Santa Rosas" has asked all the cities to go on record as supporting the preservation of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Council Member Sniff expressed his disappointment that the Cities of Cathedral City and Rancho Mirage and Mr. Condon settled for additional development in the mountains. He questioned the status of the City's hillside ordinance and Mr. Kiedrowski advised that staff is working on it. Council Member Sniff wished to see it completed as soon as possible. RESOLUTION NO. 89-16 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE PRESERVATION OF THE SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS. It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Resolution No. 89-16 be adopted. Mayor Pena asked that language be incorporated in the resolution to the effect that we wish to retain as much control as we can. He, too, wished to see the hillside ordinance completed as soon as possible. Motion carried unanimously. 3. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM ROBERT LAMB HART REGARDING AN IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ALONG WASHINGTON STREET CORRIDOR. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the City has received a letter from David Howerton of Robert Lamb Hart, asking that the City establish either an improvement or assessment district to enable a comprehensive approach to improvements along the Washington Street corridor, but the intent is not to include the area along Highland Palms. Council Member Bohnenberger asked if the intent is for the assessment district to be limited to his property or adjoining properties also and Mr. Kiedrowski advised that it is his understanding that it would include adjoining properties if they are desirous of participating. In his discussions with lID, that undergrounding utilities in small segments is not cost effective. BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 aCity Council Minutes 4 February 7, 1989 In answer to further questions, Mr. Kiedrowski advised that he has talked to one other property owner, but three others have these improvements as a condition on their developments. The cost to the City would be an investment of monies up-front and if the assessment district goes forward then those costs are charged against the district if it does not go forward, then those costs are taken from the City's General Fund. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that he is looking for a minute action stating that the Council agrees in concept staff would then bring back approval of engineers to go forward with the work. MOTION It was so moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Sniff. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-15. 4. CONTINUED DISCUSSION REGARDING ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR FRITZ BURNS PARK. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that staff has had two structural engineers look at the buildings at the Fritz Burns Park and are in the process of writing a report on their findings along with estimated costs of refurbishing. They are of the opinion that the City should hire an architect to see if these buildings are what we want renovated, pointing out that they were built for a function a restaurant and bar and not for recreational purposes. There are approximately 8,000 sq. ft. of building. The swimming pool will be looked at this week. The City crews are moving ahead with the City Yard site. Mr. Kiedrowski added that he has had various correspondence with Mr. Hannon regarding signage. He has submitted pictures of various signs. This matter will be agendized for the next Council meeting noting that one of the conditions was obtaining their approval of the sign. FRED RICE, 48-780 Eisenhower, advised that there are four historical buildings in La Quinta and the Desert Club is one of them. He would hate to see it razed, but if it is, he asked that the front doors be donated to the Historical Society for the future museum. Mayor Pena noted that the issue before the Council at this time is the formation of an advisory committee. Council Member Rushworth stated that he originally felt that Council Member Sniff's proposal for a 14 member committee was too large, but after thinking it over, he believes the bigger the committee, the better. He felt that the entire Community Services commission should be on the committee making a total of 20 and that they should run this advisory committee. BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 aCity Council Minutes 5 February 7, 1989 Council Member Bohnenberger passed out copies of Ordinance No. 109 establishing the Community Services Commission and referred to a statement in which the Commission is to serve in an advisory capacity to the council in all matters pertaining to public recreation including the management, conduct, care and development of parks and playgrounds in the City. It also states that the Commission or Committees may from time to time establish sub-committees composed of citizens and/or interested people charged with the responsibility of implementing certain designated projects subject to Commission and Council approval. That speaks directly to what's being proposed here. They should be the body to take this project and run with it with the Council's direction. Council Member Sniff stated that he was primarily concerned with two things getting the project moving and including a reasonably diverse group of citizens in the process. He had no intent to bypass the Community Services Commission. He suggested giving them direction at this time as far as committee makeup and time frame. Council Member Bosworth agreed that the Council should have some control over the time element and suggested a time when they should report back to the Council. However, she felt that it should be up to the Commission as to how the committee should be formed. Council Member Rushworth disagreed because the northern part of the City is hardly ever represented. He suggested that each Council Member appoint two members. Mayor Pena suggested that each Council Member select 3 representatives to work with the Commission in order to give it a broad representation. Discussion ensued regarding the time frame in which reports should be made to the Council noting that they will have to meet with various community groups interested in using the property; look at the various uses the property could be put to given the facilities that are usable on the site. Mr. Kiedrowskj advised that part of the results are going to have to be put to some kind of plan with professional assistance. Be that professional landscape people; architects; pool designers. Mr. Genovese and Mrs. Juhola will be working with the Commission. He suggested that they be asked to bring back an outline in 30-45 days to make sure everyone is going in the same direction. Council Member Sniff felt that they should be given 60 days to produce an outline and the Council can make a determination and then have periodic consultations. BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 aCity Council Minutes 6 February 7, 1989 MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Bosworth that the Council each appoint three representatives on February 21st to serve as a sub-committee of the Community Services CommisSion under the Parks and Recreation Committee in an advisory capacity in matters relating to the Fritz Burns Park and that the Commission report back to the Council within 60 days with an outline of the project. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-16. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JANUARY 17, 1989. 3. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR USE OF PROPERTY ON AVENUE 52 FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES. 4. APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY SPECIAL ADVERTISING DEVICE REQUEST IS FOR A COLD AIR BALLOON AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF JEFFERSON STREET AND HIGHWAY 111 APPLICANT: BETTY GRAY. 5. RATIFICATION OF CITY MANAGER AND CITY ENGINEER'S UNDERSTANDING ON TENTATIVE TRACT 23292 DUNA LA QUINTA. 6. APPROVAL OF PAYMENT OF 1988/89 ASSESSMENT FOR PALM SPRINGS DESERT RESORTS CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Consent Items 1 6 be approved as recommended with Item No. 1 being approved by RESOLUTION 89-18. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Bosworth, Rushworth, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-17. COUNCIL COMMENT COUNCIL MEMBER BOHNENBERGER complimented staff, fire and police for their actions during the recent wind storm. MAYOR PENA referred to a letter received from Councilwoman Jean Benson of Palm Desert asking for our City's feeling on a legislative get together" with all the local legislators. He asked Council to let him know their feelings and he would get back to Councilwoman Benson. BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 aCity Council Minutes 7 February 7, 1989 MAYOR PENA advised that there was a CVB JPA meeting today and there was a recommendation to appoint the Hospitality Industry and Business Council in which 16 people were appointed. He advised that he would keep the Council informed. PUBLIC COMMENT ANN YOUNG, President of La Quinta Cove Assoc., P.O. Box 1384, La Quinta, questioned the Capacity Charge by the Coachella Valley Water District for the sewers and Council Member Bohnenberger advised that as of the first of the year, the Capacity Charge is now $1,575. LARRY ALLEN, P.O. Box 412, La Quinta, referred to the Fritz Burns Park and urged the Community Services Commission and City council to have this property usable with tables and shade and tennis courts for the summer of?'89. TOM WILLIS, 54-660 Avenida Rubio, questioned Council Member Bosworths' feelings on the sewer assessment and Mayor Pena advised that the public hearing on this issue will be held on February 14th, at which time the Council will express their feelings on the issue. STEVE RIEN, 52-952 Avenue Obregon, asked if the last equalized assessment roll was used in mailing out the notice of proposed assessment and he was advised that it was. STUDY SESSION AGENDA 1. DISCUSSION OF CIVIC CENTER MASTER PLAN UP-DATE. Council Member Bohnenberger absent when the Council reviewed the master plan in depth, but did meet with the architects) advised that he concurs with the concept proposed. He felt that it represents the best lang-term use of the property. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Rushworth, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger to approve the Master Plan and general concept and that the architects be asked to move forward. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that he would get a revised time- frame from the architects. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Stackpole, with the firm of George Miers and Assoc. advised that the affect of the motion is approval of the orientation of the buildings on the site; the City Administrative offices will be two-wings in a one story structure; and overall use of the property in a park-like atmosphere. BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 a City Council Minutes 8 February 7, 1989 Council concurred with that concept except for Council Member Sniff who reiterated his concerns about the location of the buildings at a high traffic intersection. He felt that they should be relocated to a more advantageous spot. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCIL MEMBER SNIFF VOTING NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-18. 2. STATUS REPORT AND POLICY FRAMEWORK FOR HIGHWAY 111 CORRIDOR. Mr. Bower advised that the Council has been presented a packet on this matter to review over the next 30-days. Staff will present an analysis of it on March 6th. 3. DISCUSSION OF RESULTS OF CABLE SERVICE SURVEY. No further discussion. 4. DISCUSSION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION REGARDING LA QUINTA BEAUTIFUL" AWARD PROGRAM. Mayor Pena noted that the Council concurred on the Commission presenting an award each month for the most beautiful; most improved and an Honorable Mention. Council Member Bohnenberger suggested a plaque in City Hall with individual plates showing each recipients name and possibly a picture. 5. PRESENTATION BY MARTIN BECK FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION SERVICES. Carried over. The Council adjourned to Closed Session to discuss personnel; possible purchase of property located adjacent to the Post Office; and pending litigation La Quinta Dunes. Council reconvened to regular session without taking action. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 P.M. upon motion by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Pena and carried. Re?ect;ull? submitted, AUNDRAL JUHOLA, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 BIB] 02-13-96-U01 03:36:02PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 07-U02 1989-U02