1989 04 18 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
APRIL 18, 1989
Regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at
the hour of 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Pena, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance
PRESENT: Council Members Bohnenberger, Bcsworth, Rushworth, Sniff,
Mayor Pena
ABSENT: None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Mr. Kiedrowski referred to Item 4b on the Business Session agenda and
asked that an additional item regarding a contract for soils testing
be added to the agenda.
It was so moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member
Bohnenberger. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Pena advised that there have been requests to have public
comment" follow written communications", so it will be moved.
ANNOUNCEMENTS None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. PUBLIC HEARING ON CANCELLATION OF COACHELLA VALLEY AGRICULTURAL
PRESERVE NO. 72 APPLICATION BY LANDMARK LAND COMPANY.
Mr. Herman advised that Landmark Land Co. is requesting
cancellation of a 3.375 portion of Agricultural Preserve No. 72.
He noted that the largest portion of the Preserve is located in
unincorporated area. The County Assessor has re-evaluated the
fee in connection with the cancellation as $10,158 which excludes
the 882 acres which will be dedicated in the future for right of
way purposes. He added that the request is consistent with the
Oak Tree West Specific Plan and meets all the criteria for
cancellation.
MICHAEL BRADLEY, Atty. far Landmark Land Co., advised that if
this resolution is adopted, the fees will be paid immediately and
development of Oak Tree West will proceed.
The Mayor declared the public hearing OPEN.
There being no one wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council Minutes Page 2 April 18, 1989
RESOLUTION NO. 89-45
CERTIFICATE OF TENTATIVE CANCELLATION OF A PORTION OF A LAND
CONSERVATION CONTRACT GOVERNMENT CODE, SECTION 51280, ET SEQ.)
It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member
Bohnenberger that Resolution No. 89-45 be adopted. Passed by the
following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Bosworth, Rushworth,
Sniff, Mayor Pena
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
2. PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIFIC PLAN 84-003, AMENDMENT 2 THE
ORCHARD AT LA QUINTA TO GRANT A ONE YEAR TIME EXTENSION AND
MODIFY CONDITION #4 REGARDING FUTURE TIME EXTENSIONS AND
CONFIRMATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATIONS.
Mr. Herman advised that Mr. Gary Lohman, representing Rufus
Associates, is requesting a time extension or elimination of the
time limit Condition 4) for The Orchard at La Quinta'
development. The Specific Plan was originally approved by the
City Council on February 7, 1984 for a 60-unit hotel. In 1986 it
was amended to increase the number of units to 86.
The Planning Commission considered the request and recommends
granting this one-year time extension and further modified
Condition 4 to require the applicant to justify to the
Commission further time extension requests.
Council Member Sniff asked if pursuant to Condition #4, if a
valid reason for the extension has been submitted.
JOHN CRISTE, Terra Nova Research, 275 No. El Cielo, Palm Springs,
addressed the Council representing Rufus Associates, advised that
they are in concurrence with the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and respectfully requested the extension. Regarding
Council Member Sniff's question, he advised that they are working
on financing issues on the project.
Council Member Bohnenberger asked if there is an anticipated
development schedule and Mr. Criste advised not.
The Mayor declared the public hearing OPEN.
There being no one wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council Minutes Page 3 April 18, 1989
RESOLUTION NO. 89-46
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS, CONFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL
ANALYSIS AND GRANTING APPROVAL OF A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION AND
FURTHER MODIFYING CONDITION NO. 4 FOR THE ORCHARD SPECIFIC PLAN
SPECIFIC PLAN 84-0C3, AMENDMENT 2: THE ORCHARD.
It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member
Echnenberger that Resolution No. 89-46 be adopted. Motion
carried unanimously.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Letter from La Quinta Cove Association Regarding Council Member
Bohnenberger?s Relationship with Coachella Valley Water District.
Mrs. Juhola, City Clerk read this letter in its entirety into the
record. The basis of the letter questioned the ethics and
morality of Council Member Bohnenberger voting on issues relating
to Coachella Valley Water District in light of his position with
that agency.
b. Letter from Steve Brummel regarding correspondence from La Quinta
Cove Association.
Mrs. Juhola read this letter into the record. Mr. Brummel stated
that as a member of the Cove Assoc. he was not polled prior to
the action being taken. He supported Council Member
Bohnenberger's voting record finding, him to be fair and
judicious.
c. Letter from Mike Smith of J. F. Davidson Assoc. Inc. regarding
correspondence from La Quinta Cove Association.
Mrs. Juhola read this letter into the record. Mr. Smith
supported Council Member Bohnenberger's voting record, finding
his decisions fair, and based upon good, sound judgement.
d. Letter from Judith Cox regarding correspondence from La Quinta
Cove Association.
Mrs. Juhola read this letter into the record. Mrs. Cox supported
Council Member Bohnenberger's voting record, finding him to be
open and honest and commented on the number of dollars that have
been spent by CVWD in La Quinta in up-grading the water system.
e. Letter from Bruce and Jim Cathcart of La Quinta Palms Realty
regarding correspondence from La Quinta Cove Association.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council Minutes Page 4 April 18, 1989
Mrs. Juhola read this letter into the record. The Cathcarts have
not found a single instance wherein Council Member Bohnenberger
has compromised his integrity, or the best interest of the City
and its citizens by casting his vote or using his influence to
favor his employer.
f. Letter from Westward Ho Property Owners' Association regarding
conditions at Indian Springs Golf Course.
Received and filed.
PUBLIC COMMENT
DOTTIE BECKER, addressed the Council stating that it is her belief
that Council Member Bohnenberger has an ethical conflict.
ANN YOUNG, Pres. of La Quinta Cove Association, P.O. Box 1384,
advised that they have been advised by the Fair Political Practices
Commission that Council Member Bohnenberger does not have a legal
conflict of interest. However, the individual she spoke to stated
that if it was private industry, it would be a legal conflict. They
request that Council Member Bohnenberger not be allowed to vote on
matters relating to Coachella Valley Water District and commented
that ethics is becoming an issue nation-wide. They do not believe
that his loyalties can be with both the City and CVWD.
MARK MORAN, 78-635 Bottlebrush, advised that he was speaking on
behalf of himself and as President of the Chamber of Commerce. He
stated that he voted for Council Member Bohnenberger in both of his
elections because of his expertise as an engineer and because he
could help to bring needed improvements to La Quinta.
STEPHEN REIN, 52-952 Obregon, stated that this is a not a legal
matter, nor is it a witch hunt". They are only asking that Council
Member Bohnenberger step back from decisions involving CVWD. He
believed that issues involving CVWD have not been given as much
consideration as other issues.
LUCIA MORAN, p.a. Box 1305, stated that she was outraged at the false
allegations that have been made. She and her husband are both
members of the Cove Association and have never been polled on any
issue they've voted on. She felt that Council Member Bohnenberger's
landslide victory in the last election shows that many people in the
City feel the same way.
DENISE JACKSON, 52-805 Navarro, stated that she was a part of the
Cove Association letter. She felt that if everything CVWD is doing
in the City is okay, then one vote won't make a difference she
asked that the other four Council Members decide on issues involving
CVWD. She felt that this is an ethical issue.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council Minutes Page 5 April 18, 1989
LARRY ALLEN, P.O. Box 412, reviewed the past history of the water
service in La Quinta noting that with $100,000 income annually from
water service, the CVWD has spent in excess of seven million dollars
in La Quinta in upgrading the service. He believed that Council
Member Bohnenberger has always voted for the good of the community
and is continuing to do so in voting for the sewer district.
FRED WOLFE, 77-227 Ensenada, stated that Mrs. Young does not speak
for the people of La Quinta. There are 3,000 people in the Cove and
they spoke last fall giving Council Member Bohnenberger more votes in
the election than any other candidate and the people knew he is
employed by CVWD. Individuals working for one agency and serving on
the board of another is happening all over the State because they can
lend their expertise. He has found Council Member Bohnenberger to be
the most moral and ethical person he has worked with.
JACK ABELS, P.O. Box 1416, concurred with previous letters and
speakers who supported the voting record of Council Member
Bohnenberger and felt that he has done a tremendous job on the City
Council and has benefited the City by his expertise.
HOWARD NELSON, 54-900 Avenida Diaz, stated that he was abhorred by
the accusations that have been made about Council Member
Bohnenberger. He believed that the last election proved his merit
and it was known about his association with CVWD. He felt that these
accusations are coming from people who disagree with him on certain
issues; particularly sewers. He felt that the residents needs to get
behind the City Council as there are major decisions to be made.
WALLY REYNOLDS, 79-860 Fiesta Drive, advised that he, too, is a
member of the Cove Association and stated that not everyone agrees
with the contents of their letter. He felt that Council Member
Bohnenberger has done a commendable, enthusiastic job over the past
several years.
PETER ZELLES, 54-767 Obregon, stated that he believes in Council
ember Bohnenberger and campaigned for him and will do so again. He
felt that he conforms with the letter of the law and is doing what is
right.
C. MONTROSE, 77-550 Calle Monterey, addressed the Council on the
problems of animal control in the cove commenting that there are many
dogs running lose. He asked that something be done about it.
LYLAH BOOTH, 53-480 Madero, also addressed the Council on the
problems of dogs running lose. She asked if the hours of the Animal
Control Officer could be staggered as the major problems are during
the evening hours.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council Minutes Page 6 April 18, 1989
COUNCIL COMMENT
COUNCIL MEMBER BOHNENBERGER stated that he has been a CVWD employee
since 1974 and has been a La Quinta resident since 1981. He made a
choice to work for the District because he needed employment he
chose to live in La Quinta because he wanted to live in La Quinta
because of the community and its beauty. He commented on some of the
water, sewer and street problems that existed at that time. He ran
for City Council because he felt that his experience with the
District, his education as an Engineer and his background as a public
works engineer were exactly what this community needed at the time.
In 1984, 700 people agreed with that. With that came an obligation
to live within their trust that he would do the right thing for La
Quinta. In 1988 he ran on his voting record as to what he has done
over the last four years and what the CVWD has done over the last
four years and 1,500 agreed with his record.
He, too, questioned his potential conflict of interest when he first
ran and again when he ran in 1988. He made sure that he was living
within not only the letter of the law, but also the spirit of the
law. On both occasions, the City Attorney has stated that there is
no conflict of interest and FPPC has concurred. He concluded that he
has never placed the well being of the District over this City.
COUNCIL MEMBER SNIFF stated that he has heard no question or adverse
comment about Council Member Bohnenberger's competence, skill,
knowledge, dedication or effectiveness as a Councilman. Regarding
the legality, the letter agrees that Council Member Bohnenberger is
within the law with respect to a legal conflict of interest. He then
defined ethics" and stated that there are concerned citizens with a
major grievance. He noted that ethics and morality issues are
largely subjective and are basically the province of those served.
He believed that if such a decision is to be made, its up to the
people of La Quinta to make.
COUNCIL MEMBER RUSHWORTH MOVED to give Council Member Bohnenberger a
vote of confidence and the hope that he will continue to vote in all
matters relating to CVWD.
In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Brandt, City Attorney
advised that relative to the Brown Act, this issue has been agendized
so he believed that the action is permissible.
Motion was seconded by Council Member Bosworth.
In response to Mayor Pena, Mr. Brandt stated that in any case, the
Council cannot preclude Council Member Bohnenberger from voting.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council Minutes Page 7 April 18, 1989
MAYOR PENA advised that he has worked with Council Member
Bohnenberger for over five years and has every confidence in him and
in his actions. There has never been any problems with his
association with CVWD and he obviously feels comfortable with his
position and this is something that he has to decide. He added that
he, too, serves on another agency board that of Sunline Transit
Agency and various other boards and commissions and it is done
throughout the State. The issue of morals and ethics is something
that is defined differently by everyone.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-33.
ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
DAVID M. BLACK, 80-265 Westward Ho Drive, addressed the Council on
issues relating to Indian Springs Country Club. He stated that they
have gone to management but they have not been responsive. The noisy
water pump penetrates the neighborhood and should have been housed
long ago. He also complained about the PA system being used between
6 and 8 A.M. and they're unlawfully using Westward Ho Drive for golf
carts, tractors, etc. He asked that these complaints be referred to
the City Attorney.
Mayor Pena advised that his concerns will be forwarded to City Staff.
BEN GONZALEZ, P.O. Box 208, Greenskeeper at Indian Springs, explained
the watering system which is done at night. Occasionally, there is a
parking problem when there is a tournament, but there is always
adeguate access.
Council Member Bohnenberger didn't think we re asking that the
watering hours be changed, but rather that the pump be housed to cut
down on the noise. He wished to see the management of Indian Springs
sit down with staff and try to resolve some of these issues.
Council Member Rushworth stated that another concern is the golf
carts using Westward Ho Drive to go to re-fuel which is illegal as
well as noisy.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO SECTION 10-08.030 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE REGARDING EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF DOG LICENSES.
Mr. Kiedrowski advised that this proposed ordinance will change
the effective period of dog licenses to three years to coincide
with the effective period of rabies vaccinations.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council Minutes Page 8 April 18, 1989
ORDINANCE NO. 137
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 10.08.030 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO THE TERM OF DOG LICENSES.
It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member
Bosworth that Ordinance No. 137 be taken up by title and number
only and that full reading be waived. Motion carried unanimously.
It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member
Sniff that Ordinance No. 137 be introduced. Motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Bosworth, Rushworth,
Sniff, Mayor Pena
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
2. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO SECTION 6.08.050 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE REGARDING CONSTRUCTION HOURS.
Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the proposed ordinance would amend
construction hours to conform with daylight savings time.
Council Member Bohnenberger stated that he could not support the
proposed ordinance noting that it was originally set up for
environmental work conditions of field workers.
Council concurred.
No action was taken.
3. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST OF PROPERTY OWNERS FOR ANNEXATION TO THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA.
Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the City has received letters from
individuals regarding various parcels of land who would like to
annex to the City of La Quinta. These parcels are generally in
the area between Jefferson and Madison and between Avenues 50 and
52. The procedure in the past has been to notify adjoining
property owners to see if they, also would be interested in
annexing. There is one parcel interested which is not
contiguous, so it wouldreguire other properties joining in to
achieve annexation of that particular parcel.
Mr. Kiedrowski added that all of these properties are currently
within the City's Sphere of Influence and are currently General
Planned Low Density Residential.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council Minutes Page 9 April 18, 1989
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by
Council Member Bohnenberger that the requests be received and
that staff be asked to survey surrounding property owners to
determine their interest in annexation. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-34.
4. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR
CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES.
4B. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR SOILS
TESTING SERVICES.
Mr. Reynolds advised that the City is currently under
construction of Phase I of the Cove Improvement Project and we
need to have construction inspection services. He has
investigated the options of increasing City Staff or contracting
for these services. He believed that it is more feasible to
contract for these services. He recommended that the Council
authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement for these
services with Tn Lakes Consultants at a cost not to exceed
$180,000.
Additionally, there is a need to enter into an agreement for
soils testing services. He recommended that the City Manager be
authorized to enter into an agreement with Leighton and
Associates, who had the best quotation at a cost not to exceed
$83,380.00.
Council Member Bohnenberger asked if both amounts are within the
budget limitations for the project and Mr. Reynolds advised that
they are.
Council Member Sniff asked if both were the lowest and best bids
and Mr. Reynolds advised that they were.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by
Council Member Bohnenberger that the City Manager be authorized
to enter into an agreement with Tn Lakes Consultants for
construction inspection services at a cost not to exceed
$180,000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-35.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by
Council Member Bohnenberger that the City Manager be authorized
to enter into an agreement with Leighton and Associates, Inc. for
soil testing services in an amount not to exceed $83,380.00.
Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-36.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council Minutes Page 10 April 18, 1989
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MARCH 27 AND APRIL 4, 1989.
3. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH GEORGE MIERS & ASSOCIATES FOR PHASE II
OF CIVIC CENTER PROJECT.
4. APPROVAL OF VARIANCE TO SIGN REGULATIONS LA QUINTA ESTATES
HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION.
5. APPROVAL OF REQUEST FROM PALM ROYALE COUNTRY CLUB FOR SPECIAL
ADVERTISING DEVICE.
6. APPROVAL OF FINAL TRACT MAP 21846-4 PGA WEST.
7. APPROVAL OF FINAL TRACT MAP 23269 TRIAD PACIFIC FRED WARING
DRIVE.
8. DENIAL OF CLAIM OF KEVIN VAUGHAN.
9. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES.
10. APPROVAL OF TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURE OF CALLE ESTADO FOR CHAMBER
MIXER, APRIL 26TH APPLICANT: LA QUINTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.
Mr. Kiedrowski asked that Item No. 3 be removed as a contract has
not yet been negotiated.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by
Council Member Sniff that Consent Items 1 through 10 excepting
Item No. 3) be approved as recommended with Item No. 1 being
approved by Resolution No. 89-47. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-37.
At this time, Mr. Brandt, City Attorney, advised that the Council
will be adjourning to Closed Session to discuss existing litigation
entitled Wayne William Weber and John F. Maselter vs City of La
Quinta, Indio Case No. 56867.
Council reconvened to regular session with no action being taken.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30
P.M. upon motion by Council Member Sniff seconded by Council Member
Bohnenberger and carried unanimously.
Respectful
N? City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:35:23PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
JOINT MEETING
CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MINUTES
APRIL 18, 1989
Joint meeting of the La Quinta City Council and La Quinta
Redevelopment Agency was held on April 18, 1989, Mayor/Chairman
Pena presiding.
CITY COUNCIL ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Council Members Bohnenberger, Bosworth, Rushworth,
Sniff, Mayor Pena
ABSENT: None
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Mr. Bohnenberger, Mrs. Bosworth, Mr. Rushworth, Mr.
Sniff, Chairman Pena
ABSENT: None
1. CONTINUED JOINT PUBLIC HEARING ON FINAL EIR AND REDEVELOPMENT
PLAN FOR PROJECT AREA NO. 2.
Mayor Pena advised that this is a continued joint public hearing
of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency on the
Redevelopment Plan and Final EIR for Project Area No. 2.
MARK HUEBSCH, Legal Counsel with Stradling, Yocca, Carlson &
Rauth, advised that at the previous public hearing there was a
lot of testimony and additional written materials presented.
There has been no change since that hearing except for two items
of correspondence received as follows:
a. Resolution of the Board of Directors of Coachella Valley
Recreation and Park District. Not submitted for the record)
b. Letter from Mayor of City of Indio dated April 18, 1989
pertaining to the Redevelopment Plan and making certain
objections and comments thereto; which is a follow up of a
letter dated December 13, 1988 pertaining to the draft EIR.
c. Letter dated March 23, 1989 from Norm King, City Manager of
City of Palm Springs accompanied by a copy of an agreement
between Palm Springs and City of Indian Wells.
d. Letter dated April 18, 1989 from Les Pricer representing the
Conservation District He noted that discussions are
continuing with the Conservation District as well as other
entities.
Mr. Huebsch advised that the fact of this continued public
hearing was published and the affidavit of that publication will
be made a part of the record.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:39:27PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Council/ 2 April 18, 1989
Redevelopment Agency
He recommended that because of a recent amendment to the
Redevelopment Law requiring a response to written objections and
because of the possibility that one or more of the letters could
be construed to be objections, that when the public hearing is
closed, that no further action be taken and that the matter be
continued to the next meeting, at which time action will be
taken.
Mayor Pena then called for testimony in favor.
PRESTON MATLOCK, with Matlock and Associations, representing
Desert Sands School District and Community College District
stated that both Districts wishe to go on record in favor of
Project Area No. 2. The Districts have carefully considered the
proposed projects and have concluded that the immediate
financial impacts will be out-weighed by providing a better
community for the citizens and future students of the City of La
Quinta. They look forward to working with the staff in order to
bring about more educational opportunities.
BOB KRAUSE, 79-410 Highway 111, concurred with Mr. Matlock.
LES PRICER, representing Soils Conservation District, advised
that they are in full support of the La Quinta Redevelopment
Plan.
Mayor Pena then called for testimony in opposition.
GAIL BROEKER, 39-265 Manzanita, Palm Desert, representing
Coachella valley Archaeology Society, addressed the
Council/Board stating that she has a problem with the draft
EIR. According to CEQA, all cultural resources must be
identified prior to making a negative declaration. The EIR does
not identify any cultural resources within this redevelopment
area. In conversation with the State Historic Preservation
Office there are 25 recorded archaeological sites in this area
and over 1100 acres have never been surveyed.
FRANK SPEVACEK, Consultant, advised that when the EIR was
prepared, they reviewed available documentation that was part of
the City's General Plan and other resource materials that were
made available to them. When that material was reviewed, there
were no siteS present that would require mitigation at this
time. Primarily because the project itself does not identify
any particular construction activities that would take place.
But realizing that that review may not identify all potential
archaeological sites, they have included, that as specific
development plans are developed in the project area, that a
qualified archaeologist be retained to review the plans and the
site to determine if any archaeological artifacts or features
would be present.
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:39:27PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02
City Councill 3 April 16, 1989
Redevelopment Agency
MARK HUEBSCH, Legal Counsel, advised that the draft EIR was
circulated in accordance with CEQA and all comments received
were included in the report.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member/Director Bohnenberger,
seconded by Council Member/Director Sniff that the public
hearing be closed. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Kiedrowski advised that actions relative to this issue will
be agendized on the May 2nd agenda and in the interim, letters
will be drafted to individuals who have submitted written and
oral comments.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member/Director Sniff, seconded
by Council Member/Director Bohnenberger that matters relating to
Project Area 2 be continued to May 2, 1989. Motion carried
unanimously
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
submitted,
SAUNDRA L. JUHOLA, City Clerk/Secretary
City of La Quinta/La Quinta Redevelopment Agency
BIB]
02-13-96-U01
04:39:27PM-U01
CCMIN-U02
04-U02
18-U02
1989-U02