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1989 11 07 CC Minutes S LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 7, 1989 Regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 7:30 F.M. by Mayor Pena, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Council Members Bosworth, Rushworth, Sniff, Mayor Pena ABSENT: Council Member Bohnenberger MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bosworth to excuse Council Member Bohnenberger. Motion carried unanimously. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Mr. Kiedrowski asked that an Item No. 13 be added to the Business Session agenda for consideration of purchase of property, noting that the need to take action arose after the posting of the agenda. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth, that consideration of purchase of property be added as Business Session No. 13 as the need to take action arose after the posting of the agenda. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-120. PUBLIC COMMENT At this time, SUSAN PELLETIER, 54-255 Ave. Eierrera, addressed the Council on the issue of skateboarding, advising that the kids are building their own ramps and placing them on streets and vacant lots and they have been advised that this is illegal. She asked for the City's assistance in providing a place for skateboarding. Mayor Pena advised that the City has looked into this matter on a previous occasion and he offered to share those reports with her. DANA CUNARD, P.O. Box 1207, La Quinta, advised that she is approaching the school kids in writing essays regarding what they wish to see in an amusement park and will be making a presentation to the City Council in about six weeks. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Pena presented the following La Quinta Beautiful Award for the month of October: MOST BEAUTIFUL: Mr. & Mrs. Robert Griffes, 54-805 Avenida Madero MOST IMPROVED: Mr. & Mrs. Quentin Stirtz, 53-533 Avenida Mendoza HONORABLE MENTION: Mr. & Mrs. Walter Michaels, 77-595 Calle Nogales ANNOUNCEMENTS- None BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 2 November 7, 1989 PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON TENTATIVE TRACT 21846 REVISION #2 TO MODIFY DWELLING UNIT PRODUCT LOCATIONS AND INCREASE TOTAL NUMBER OF DWELLING UNITS FROM 367 TO 434 ON 56.51 ACRES IN THE R-2 ZONE. PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN PGA WEST. APPLICANT: SUNRISE CO. Mr. Herman presented staff's report advising that the request is to allow modifications Within the Arnold Palmer golf course area on land generally bounded by Riviera, Tanglewo0?, and Arnold Palmer Drive. The applicant, Sunrise Co., wishes to increase the number of dwelling units from 367 to 434 and to modify the unit location and types. The Planning Commission considered this request on October 24th and recommended denial. Subsequent to that denial, the applicant has submitted a modification to his request which in essence, reduces the number of units being requested from 434 to 394 and is agreeing to withdraw the medalist from consideration. That area will be restored to its original state undeveloped. Any construction activity there will be removed. These things are covered by a Memorandum of Understanding Which states that Sunrise will not build two-story units on the Palmer Course. The Medalist 150 units) is now being proposed for the Nicklaus Course of f of Madison Street. Allen Levin, Vice President of Sunrise Co., 42-600 Cook St., Palm Desert, advised that they have met with the homeowners at PGA West and worked out a compromise whereby they are withdrawing their request for construction of the Medalist With respect to this Tract and are here only for the increase of 27 units which will be substitution of single story units for other single story units to change their marketing plan. Mr. Kiedrowski noted that the Memorandum of Understanding has been submitted with a list of signature? of homeowners approving it. The Mayor declared the public hearing OPEN. LAURIE ARENTZ, 55-125 Shoal Creek, advised that 230 homeowners attended the meeting on Sunday and they are willing to get involved and be a part of the City. She questioned the status of this particular parcel now that the Medalist is being Withdrawn from it. They believe that since it's been awhile since the Specific Plan was adopted, that it is appropriate that it be reviewed their concerns are density, catastrophic emergency, circulation of emergency vehicles, traffic and the impact of the hotel on traffic. BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 3 November 7, 1989 KRISTY FRANKLIN, 55-900 Riviera, advised that the revised Memorandum of Understanding includes no two-story on the Stadium Course as well as the Palmer Course and that there will be a card reader gate on Madison north of Airport Boulevard in the vicinity of the Medalist homes which will be built on the Nicklaus Course, as well as some minor changes. Mr. Kiedrowski noted that later on this agenda, there is a time extension for the tract and suggested that the Council could, at that time, condition it to prohibit any two-story units. PETE MORRISROE, 54-433 Oak Hill, emphasized Item No. 2 of the Memorandum of Understanding states that all homes on the Palmer Course and Stadium Course will be single-story. ALLEN LEVINE advised that with regard to the status of the land, it does not revert to Landmark. Sunrise has an agreement with Landmark to do a land-trade. Part of the condition of that land-trade is that at their next option date, which is June 1990, they will be required to re-purchase this piece of land, so it will not stay under Landmark ownership. There being no one else wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED. RESOLUTION NO. 89-120 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 21846 REVISION #2) TO MODIFY UNIT TYPES, THEIR LOCATIONS AND INCREASE THE TOTAL NUMBER OF DWELLING UNITS FROM 367 TO 394 UNITS AT PGA WEST CASE NO. TT 21846 REVISION #2) SUNRISE DESERT PARTNERS. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bosworth that Resolution No. 89-120 be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. Council concurred on reviewing the PGA West Specific Plan noting that the Planning Commission will also be doing so. 2. PUBLIC HEARING ON ADOPTION OF IMPOUND FEES AND INCREASE IN ANIMAL LICENSE FEES. Mr. Hirdler presented revised fees in the animal license fees in order to accommodate the recently approved three year license, advising that they are the same as in three other Cove Communities and in the County. In addition to the license fees, he proposed establishment of impound fees for dogs and cats as follows: 1st impound in 12 month period $10.00 2nd impound in 12 month period $50.00 3rd impound in 12 month period $100.00 4th impound in 12 month period $150.00 BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 4 November 7, 1989 Mr. Hirdler noted we have a 20%-30% repeat impounds. He also advised that notice of this hearing has been posted and published and no communications have been received. RESOLUTION NO. 89-121 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR DOG LICENSES AND ANIMAL IMPOUND FEES. It was moved by Council Members Snif f/Rushworth that Resolution No. 89-121 be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. 3. PUBLIC HEARING ON LOT CLEANING/WEED ABATEMENTS AND PLACEMENT OF COSTS ON 1990/91 TAX ROLLS: A. BATEMAN, JOSEPH & LOWELL APN 769-141-001 $150.00 B. DOYLE, WILLIAM & HELEN APN 769-117-001 $150.00 C. DOYLE, WILLIAM & HELEN APN 769-117-002 $281.25 D. DOYLE, WILLIAM & HELEN APN 769-117-003 $150.00 E. DOYLE, WILLIAM & HELEN APN 769-117-004 $150.00 F. LUA, GABRIEL & IGNACIA APN 769-142-011 $150.00 G. MARCIANO, TRAVERSO APN 617-381-042 $150.00 H. MARKEN, VINCENT & JULIA APN 769-141-011 $956.25 I. SAN FERNANDO SWAP MEET CORP. APN 769-143-012 $150.00 Mr. Hirdler advised that the above cited lots have been cleaned and property owners given proper notice. He recommended that following the hearing, these costs be placed on the 1990/91 tax rolls. The Mayor declared the public hearing OPEN. There being no one wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED. RESOLUTION NO. 89-122 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, ASSESSING LIEN AND PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION ON TAX ROLLS ON CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR COSTS OF ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that Resolution No. 89-122 be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS- None BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 5 November 7, 1989 BUSINESS SESSION 1. REPORT OF LA QUINTA ARTS FOUNDATION. Meg Robertson, Executive Director of La Quinta Arts Foundation reported on the progress of the Foundation advising that their goal is to promote and encourage the artists in our area. She advised that the Village Faire will be held November 19th and the call for entries has been enthusiastic. She invited the Council to take part in the opening ceremonies. There will be entertainment and food concessions. She added that a community fair1' featuring many public service groups disseminating information on their services will also be included. 2. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF LA QUINTA ARTS FOUNDATION FOR SELECTION OF ART WORK FOR CIVIC CENTER. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the La Quinta Arts Foundation has several of Susan Fox's oil paintings for sale and recommended that the Council authorize them to make some selections in an amount not to exceed $3,000 for placement in the new Civic Center. He advised that besides being an accomplished artist, she has made a significant contribution to the City and Arts Foundation and played an integral role in developing The Village Plan. He also recommended that the Council consider an Annual Art Purchase to be selected by the Arts Foundation in an amount not to exceed $5,000 annually. He suggested that the Council may wish to appoint a committee from the Council to meet with a committee established by The Arts Foundation to try to establish such a program. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bosworth seconded by Mayor Pena that the Council authorize the Arts Foundation to select some of Susan Fox's oil paintings in an amount not to exceed $3,000 and that the City start a program or committee to purchase art for the Civic Center. Council Member Sniff supported the purchase of some of Susan Fox's oil paintings, but felt that more thought and consideration should be given to establishing an Annual Art Purchase. He noted that the Community Services Commission is currently considering an Art in Public Places" and this may be circumventing them to a degree. He suggested that this be discussed with them. AMENDMENT Council concurred and Council Member Bosworth and Mayor Pena amended the motion to authorize The Art Foundation to select some of Susan Fox's oil paintings in an amount not to exceed $3,000 and to consider the establishment of an Annual Art Purchase and to refer it to the Community Services Commission for their input. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-121. BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 6 November 7, 1989 3. CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR SECOND EXTENSION OF TIME FOR TENTATIVE TRACT 21846 LOCATED IN R-2 ZONE WITHIN PGA WEST APPLICANT: SUNRISE CO. Mr. Herman advised that this is the same map as was discussed in the first public hearing. The request is for a second time extension. The Planning Commission has recommended approval of the request. He noted that under the public hearing discussion, there was a desire expressed to limit the Units in this tract to one-story. Ms. Honeywell advised that a condition on the height limit can be included in this resolution, but at some time, it should be be included in the Specific Plan. RESOLUTION NO. 89-123 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND APPROVING A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSIaN FOR THE FILING OF A FINAL MAP CASE NO. TT 21846 SECOND EXTENSION aF TIME. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bosworth that Resolution No. 89-123 be adopted as amended by including Condition No. 33 to limit the tract to one-story only. Motion carried unanimously. 4. CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR FINAL EXTENSION OF TIME FOR TENTATIVE TRACT 21123 DUNA LA QUINTA SPECIFIC PLAN) LOCATED GENERALLY WEST OF WASHINGTON ST. ALONG LA QUINTA EVACUATION CHANNEL APPLICANT: LANDMARK LAND CO. Mr. Herman advised that the applicant, Landmark Land Co. has requested a third and final one-year extension for Tentative Tract No. 21123 which is located south of Avenue 50 and south of Washington and is a part of Duna La Quinta. It is a 20-lot subdivision on approximately 6.74 acres. The Planning Commission has recommended approval of the request. RESOLUTION NO. 89-124 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND APPROVING A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bosworth that Resolution No. 89-124 be adopted as recommended. Motion carried unanimously. BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 7 November 7, 1989 5. CONSIDERATION aF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR SECOND EXTENSION OF TIME FOR TENTATIVE TRACT 21880 THE HERITAGE) LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF AVENUE 52 AND AVENIDA BERMUDAS APPLICANT: I.D.G. DEVELOPMENT. Mr. Herman advised that the applicant, I.D.G. Development has requested a second one-year extension of time for Tentative Tract 21880, located south of the new Avenue 52 alignment and east of Avenida Bermudas, which is commonly referred to as The Heritage". The Planning Commission has recommended approval. RESOLUTION NO. 89-125 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS AND APPROVING A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR THE FILING OF A FINAL MAP. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that Resolution No. 89-125 be adopted as recommended. Motion carried unanimously. 6. CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR PARKLAND PROPOSAL FOR TENTATIVE TRACT 23971 LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF WASHINGTON ST. AND MILES AVE. APPLICANT DEANE HOMES. Mr. Herman advised that the applicant, Deane Homes, has submitted a proposal for configuration of a park in Tentative Tract 23971, which is located at the northeast corner of Washington St. and Miles Ave. The park proposal comprises 0.22 acre elevated area for park equipment; a pad of 1.45 acres to be used as a park and also as a storm water retention area in the event of a 100-year flood; and the balance of the area is to be used as a retention basin. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bosworth that the Council grant the park proposal submitted for Tentative Tract 23971 with conditions. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-122. 7. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY ENGINEER TO NEGOTIATE CONTRACT WITH LANDSCAPE CONSULTANT FOR PREPARATION OF LANDSCAPE DESIGN OF STREET MEDIANS & MEDIAN LANDSCAPE GUIDELINES. Mr. Herman advised that staff has received proposals for the landscape design of portions of street medians on Jefferson Street and Eisenhower Drive and preparation of landscape guidelines for street medians. Six proposals were received and following review, staff recommends that authorization be given for the Public Works Director to negotiate a contract with T.K.D. Associates in an amount not to exceed $35,000 and to be able to expand scope of work. BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 8 November 7, 1989 MOTION It was moved by Council Members Snjff/Rushworth that the Public Works Director be authorized to negotiate and sign a contract with T.K.D. Associates in an amount not to exceed $35,000; and further that he be authorized to expand scope of work, if necessary to include design of other street medians in an amount not to exceed $20,000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-123. 8. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO TITLE 6 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING STORAGE OF TRASH CONTAINERS. Mr. Hirdler, presented a draft ordinance amending the Municipal Code allowing the removal of roadside structures in residential areas and to require trash enclosures for new and existing multi-family dwellings and commercial establishments. A multi-family dwelling unit is 3 or more units. Mr. Kiedrowski believed that within a period of time six to twelve months, all dumpsters should be in some type of enclosure, except those that are temporary, like on a construction site. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that Ordinance No. 156 be taken up by title and number only and that full reading be waived. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 156 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 6.04.060 AND ADDING SECTION 6.04.065 OF CHAPTER 6.04, REFUSE DISPOSAL, TO THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that Ordinance No. 156 be approved on introduction. Motion carried unanimously. 9. APPOINTMENT OF DESIGN REVIEW BOARD MEMBERS. Mr. Herman advised that eight applications were received for the Design Review Board and two of those were from non-residents. The Code requires a minimum of two architects, but only one applied. He recommended that we temporarily waive that requirement and appoint the six City of La Quinta residents and request the Planning Commission to appoint their member. He recommended that three of them be for six months and three of them be for eighteen months. Ms. Honeywell recommended that instead of temporarily waiving the membership make-up, that the members be appointed and make their appointments effective upon revision to the ordinance. BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 9 November 7, 1989 MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bosworth that the following individuals be appointed to the Design Review Board: Martin R. Langer Term: Six Months Ted Liewellyn Term: Six Months David Harbison Term: Six Months Paul Anderson Term: Eighteen Months Michael Platt Term: Eighteen Months Fred Rice Term: Eighteen Months and further that the Planning Commission be asked to appoint their member and that these appointments shall be effective upon revision to the Municipal Code. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER Na. 89-124. 10. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN FUNDS AND EXECUTE AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO PROCEED WITH MELLO-ROOS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT. Mr. Genovese advised that the City has been contacted by Transpacific Development Company regarding a development on Highway ill. In following the same procedure as was followed for the Pyramids Mello-Roos CFD, we are reguesting authorization to retain the funds and hire consultants to do the necessary services. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bosworth that staff be authorized to receive funds for the payment of technical services necessary for the formation of the referenced Mello-Roos Community Facilities District Transpacific); and authorize execution of the necessary contracts for the completion of the technical services upon receipt of said funds. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER Na. 89-125. 11. CONSIDERATION OF STATEMENT OF SUPPORT FOR MAYORS' AND COUNCIL MEMBERS CONFERENCE AD HOC COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION REGARDING HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT HUD) PROPERTY DISPOSITION PROGRAM. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the Mayors' and Council Members Conference is asking the Cities to approve the recommendations made by their Ad Hoc Committee with regard to HUD's Property Disposition Program. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bosworth that the guidelines for HUD's Property Disposition Program as recommended by the Riverside County Mayors' and Council Members Conference Ad Hoc Committee be approved. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-126. BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 10 November 7, 1989 12. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES. ORDINANCE NO. 152 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE COMMERCIAL ZONING TEXT, AND CHANGING THE ZONE FOR AREA 5 FROM R-3 TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL SUBZONE C-V-T TAMPICO). It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that Ordinance No. 152 be adopted on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bosworth, Rushworth, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Council Member Bohnenberger ORDINANCE NO. 153 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY, BY REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY REFERRED TO IN CHANGE OF ZONE NO. 89-045 It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that Ordinance No. 153 be adopted on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bosworth, Rushworth, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Council Member Bohnenberger ORDINANCE NO. 154 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY, BY REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY REFERRED TO IN CHANGE OF ZONE NO. 89-046. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that Ordinance No. 154 be adopted on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bosworth, Rushworth, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Council Member Bohnenberger BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 11 November 7, 1989 ORDINANCE NO. 155 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, PREZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY ADJACENT TO THE CITY AS DESCRIBED IN CHANGE OF ZONE CASE NO. 89-048, PURSUANT TO SECTION 65859 OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT CODE CASE NO. CZ 89-048. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth that Ordinance No. 155 be adopted on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bosworth, Rushworth, Sniff, Mayor Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Council Member Bohnenberger 13. CONSIDERATION OF PURCHASE OF PROPERTY 51-172 NAVARRO. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the property located at 51-172 Navarro Lots 14 & 15, Block 122, located in The Village has become available. This site is identified in The Village Specific Plan as a potential Site for future public parking. He recommended that the City purchase this property at a cost of $105,000 plus closing costs. He asked that if the Council wishes to proceed with the purchase, that it be received in the name of City of La Quinta and/or nominee, as he is investigating the possibility of the Redevelopment Agency being the actual purchaser. MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Bosworth to authorize the City Manager to purchase Lots 14 & 15 of Block 122 in The Village at La Quinta at a cost not to exceed $105,000 plus closing costs to be received by the City or its nominee. In response to Mayor Pena, Ms. Honeywell did not see a conflict of interest in his voting on this issue. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-127. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 3, AND OCTOBER 10, 1989. 3. DENIAL OF CLAIM OF BARBARA LYNN DOUGHERTY. 4. APPROVAL OF TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURE MONTEZUMA FROM NAVARRO TO MENDOZA FOR VILLAGE FAIRE ON NOVEMBER 19TH. 5. APPROVAL OF TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROLS FOR SKINS GAME. BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 12 November 7, 1989 6. APPROVAL OF ADDITIONAL POSITION ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER IN PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT. 7. APPROVAL OF FINAL TRACT MAP 23268 VALLEY LAND DEVELOPMENT THORNBURG). MOTION It was moved by Council Members Snif f/Rushworth that Consent Items 1 7 be approved as recommended with Item Nos. 1, 4 & 5 being approved by RESOLUTION NO. 89-126, 89-127 & 89-128 respectively. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 89-128. COUNCIL COMMENT- None PUBLIC COMMENT E. LAD SABO, 49-010 Quivera Ct. La Quinta, addressed the Council on the issue bf the berm and fence being installed by The Pyramids along the northern boundary of Parc La Quinta. He advised that those homes have garden walls and on the other side, The Pyramids have built up a 15' berm and are now putting up a fence on top of it. He believed that the enforcement sections of the Code are not being adhered to. Between the berm and the garden wall, there's approximately two feet where water is accumulating and will become a breeding place for mosguitos and insects. He asked how this is going to be kept clean. If the problem isn't resolved, the advised that he will file an action of Mandamus. BARBARA OBASE, 49-010 Marimba Dr., La Quinta, presented pictures of the situation described by Mr. Sabo. PETER MURRAY, 49-005 Premier Ct., stated that he supports the comments made by Mr. Sabo. He felt that the Eucalyptus trees should be placed at the bottom of the berm rather than on top. A gentlemen read a letter from BILL WALSH, 49-035 Seranata Ct. La Quinta advising that they bought in Parc La Quinta because of the view of the mountains. They were aware of The Pyramids and assumed that some kind of wall or hedge would be planted. However, when they saw this berm being constructed with a six foot high fence with trees and hedge and a drainage canal they became concerned and it seems that nothing is being done to remedy the problem after numerous discussions with the City. They hoped that the Council will look into this matter and come up with a design which all can live with. Council Member Sniff suggested that this matter be scheduled for discussion at the next Study Session. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that we have received letters received too late to be placed on this agenda, and also letters reguesting to be placed on the Planning Commission agenda. There are also other concerns regarding this tract. He advised that it will be placed on the next Planning Commission agenda. He then reviewed the history of this project. BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02 S City Council Minutes Page 13 November 7, 1989 Council adjourned to closed session pursuant to Government Code Sections 54956.9 c) to discuss litigation in particular: City of Indio/Indio Case No. 57496 and to discuss personnel pursuant to Government code Section 54957. Council reconvened with no action being taken. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:40 P.M. upon motion by Council Members Sniff/Rushworth and carried unanimously. C> Res.??ctfully submit ed, A L. JUHOLA, ty Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 02-17-96-U01 02:48:04PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 07-U02 1989-U02