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1988 02 16 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 16, 1988 Regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 7:30 P.M., Mayor Hoyle presiding, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Council Members Bohrienberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle ABSENT: None CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT DENISE VASQUEZ, 51-650 Juarez, addressed the Council and reported on her recent trip to China, which the City of La Quinta helped to fund. She presented a photo album and a medal she won and a tee-shirt signed by members of the other teams. She expressed appreciation to the Council for assisting her with this trip. COMMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBERS COUNC?L MEMBER COX, advised that the Coachella Valley Mosquito Abatement District has an educational booth set up at the Date Festival and urged everyone to stop by and see it. COUNCIL MEMBER SNIFF reported on the recent hearing held by the Environmental Protection Agency EPA) on the issue of Colmac. The City of La Quinta was well represented with the Mayor, City Manager, Mr. Bradshaw and himself speaking to the issue. It appeared that the only people who spoke in favor were those with an economic interest. MAYOR HOYLE read a statement regarding the recent attendance of a Council Member at a council meeting in a neighboring City on behalf of the La Quinta City Council. He felt that this was a deviation from proper procedures in regards to the Office of the Mayor and asked for a public apology to himself, the Council and the citizens of La Quinta. A brief discussion ensued which concluded in the Council agreeing to set a time to meet and discuss co?t?unicatiOn5 and procedural problems. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 2 February 16,1988 PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. PUBLIC HEARING ON CONDITION *4 OF SPECIFIC PLAN 84-003, AMENDMENT #2 ThE ORCHARD AT LA QUINTA", TO EXTEND THE APPROVAL PERIOD FOR ONE ADpITIONAL YEAR. Mr. Crump, Planning Director, reviewed the staff report advising that the original Specific Plan was approved by the Council on February 7, 1984 for a 60-unit hotel on 28.8 acres. In February 1986, an amendment was authorized which increased the acreage to 37.5 acres and the number of units to 86. As part of this approval, a condition was added limiting the approval to two years which expires 2/18/88. Therefore, the applicant has requested a one-year extension. The Planning Commission recommended approval of amending Condition *4 extending the approval for one year. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Crump advised that if the extension is not approved, then a new application would have to be filed. The Mayor declared the public hearing OPEN. LAUREN SPECTOR, 79-700 Avenue 50, representing the applicant, Rufus Associates, addressed the Council and reviewed the problems they have had with financing, but believe that they have worked out those problems and should have this project underway very soon. In response to Council Member Pena, Mr. Spector advised that the plans have not c?anged, however, they have been fine-tuned to make it an even better hotel. There being no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was CLOSED. RESOLUTION NO. 88-11 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUIb?A, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS, CONFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS AND GRANTING A ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR THE ORCHARD SPECIFIC PLAN. It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that Resolution No. 88-11 be adopted. Motjop? carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 3 Februaryi6, 1988 At this point, Council Member Cox questioned the status of an annexation petition that she understood would be on this agenda. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that it will be placed on the next agenda. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS BUSINESS SESSION 2. CONSIDERATION OF VARIOUS ISSUES RELATED TO THE JAZZ FESTIVAL a. Temporary Street Closure Ave. Montezuma & Ave. Mendoza b. Signage c. Waiver of Fees Mr. Hirdler, Community Safety Director advised that a request has been received to temporarily close Avenida Montezuma at Eisenhower and at Avenida Navarro; Avenida Mendoza 100' north and south of Avenida Montezuma on March 20th during the Jazz Festival. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Hirdler advised that they have submitted a map depicting the parking areas to be used. RESOLUTION NO. 88-12 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, FOR THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF AVENIDA MONTEZUMA AND AVENIDA MENDOZA DURING A SPECIAL EVENT TO BE HELD MARCH 20, 1968. It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Resolution No. 88-12 be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. b. Signage Mr. Crump advised that the Jazz Festival has requested approval for two 3'x 15' cloth banners at the eastern and western ends of the park, and a number of informationa1?directiona1 signs along major streets. The banners would be installed on March 19th and the others on March 20th. All signs will be removed on March 21st. He then reviewed the five conditions contained in the staff's report. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox that the signs as requested by the Jazz Festival be approved in accordance with staff's recommendations. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 86-26. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 4 FebruarylE, 1988 C. Waiver of Fees Mr. Crump advised that the Jazz Festival has requested waiver of fees for such things as plot plan permits, similar to the waivers granted to the Arts Foundation. The fees that his Department is involved in amount to $250 to $300. MOTIQN It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Pena that the waiver of fees for the Jazz Festival be approved. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-27. 3. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION To Go TO BID FOR WASHINGTON STREET IMPROVEMENTS. Mr. Reynolds requested authorization to go to bid on the resurfacing and widening of Washington Street from two lanes to four lanes from just north of Avenue 50 to the church property and street resurfacing from the church to Highland Palms Drive. Mr. Reynolds advised that bids will be received on March 9th and the project will be completed by the middle of May. Council expressed satisfaction with the timely way in which Matich Corp. completed the intersection improvements at Avenue 50 and Washington. MOTION It was moved by Council Member seconded by Council Member Cox that staff be authorized to go to bid on Washington Street improvements. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-28. 4. CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATION OF TECHNICAL TRAFFIC COMMITTEE REGARDING ESTABLISHMENT OF 4-WAy STOP AT WASHINGTON STREET AND CALLE TAMPICO. Mr. Reynolds advised that due to complaints of vehicular speeds on Washington; the difficulty Tampico traffic has entering Washington; and a chronic drainage problem at the intersection, a stop sign and signalization warrant study was conducted on December 1 and 2, 1987. As a result, the matter was taken under consideration by the Technical Traffic Co?tinittee and it was their unanimous recommendation that a 4-way stop be installed as soon as authorized and that plans be made to signalize the intersection when funds are made available. He noted that this is a natural progression towards signalization in serving to educate people that they have to stop. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 5 February 16,1988 Stopping traffic at this intersection will also allow the installation of cross gutters to allow water to continue along the natural drainage course eastward. Councilman Sniff questioned the status of priority ranking of intersections. Mr. Reynolds advised that the speed survey, which will be conducted by AAA in March will assist in ranking intersections. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Pena, seconded by Council Member Cox that the recommendation of the Technical Traffic Committee for a 4-way stop at Washington and Tampico be approved. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-29. 5. CONSIDERATION OF TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES AT EISENHOWER AND COACHELLA: A. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY COVE ASSOCIATION OF RECONSIDERATION OF DECISION TO INSTALL TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT EISENHOWER AND COACHELLA. B. RECONSIDERATION OF INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT EISENHOWER AND COACHELLA. C. CONSIDERATION OF OFFER OF LA QUINTA GOLF ESTATES HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION TO PAY ONE-HALF OF COST OF INSTALLATION OF SIGNALS AT EISENHOWER AND COACHELLA. a. Consideration of Request by Cove Association. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the City received a letter from the Cove Association alleging a violation of the Brown Act during the January 5th Council Meeting, in that the issue of a traffic signal at Eisenhower and Coachella was not specifically on the agenda. This letter was referred to the City Attorney for review and comments. He has prepared a memorandum which has been presented to the Council. Mr. Brandt, City Attorney, outlined the steps that should be taken at this time, advising that the Council should first determine whether or not to reconsider the issue. Then it would be heard as if it was being heard for the first time. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Brandt advised that the Council's previous action is not void the most it would be is voidable before a Court should it be challenged. In order to put to rest any impropriety, the Attorney General's Office recommends that a matter be reconsidered. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Pena, seconded by Council Member Cox that the Council reconsider the matter of installation of traffic signals at E?ser?ower and Coachella. Motion carried with Mayor Hoyle voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-30. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 6 February 16,1988 b. Reconsideration of Signal Installation. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the Technical Traffic Committee has reviewed on two occasions, issues related to this intersection. They have looked at requests by the Homeowners Association. Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director, advised that traffic warrant studies were done on this intersection. The warrant studies indicated that neither a 3-way stop or a signal is warranted. Other things were taken into account the fact being there is a site distance problem at that intersection. The Technical Traffic Committee recommended that the street be left as it was before blocking out the number two lane northbound entering the intersection; that delineators be placed along the boundaries of that lane; that intersection signs be placed in advance of the intersection both northbound and southbound; and flashing beacons have been installed both northbound and southbound. No recommendation was made by the Committee with respect to a signal. Council Member Pena asked if all of these devices have had any effect and Mr. Reynolds advised that there have been no accidents, but vehicles have gone through the delineators. Regarding traffic speeds, Mr. Kiedrowski advised that enforcement has been increased, but noted that without a speed survey, anything under 55 cannot be enforced. Council Member Pena asked if consideration has been given to making Coachella an entrance only and require exiting by another street. Mr. Reynolds advised that it has been looked at in the overall design of the area. The Fernando option has been eliminated by virtue of the wrought iron fence that has been installed. The only other option is San Vicente. In answer to Council ember Pena, Mr. Reynolds advised that there are three criteria for meeting warrants: 1. The number of vehicles entering the intersection from all legs. 2. If there have been five or more accidents during one year at said intersection. 3. Excessive delays in entering an intersection due to steady flow of traffic. Mr. Reynolds added that none of the three criteria were met as set forth by CalTrans. The criteria is basically the same for stop signs as for signals. He noted however, that if you have an intersection with less than five accidents, and it?s signalized, the likelihood is that the number of accidents will increase because of rear-end type accidents. If there have been more than five accidents, then the likelihood is they will BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 7 February 16,1988 decrease with Bignalization. He then elaborated on the problem of site distance at this intersection which is way the number two lane was blocked of f to allow vehicles coming out would have a better chance to get out. Council Member Sniff felt that if the project had been engineered properly in the beginning we wouldn't be faced with this problem they had an opportunity to use San Vicente. ANN YOUNG, P.O. Box 1384, La Quinta, thanked the Council for reconsidering this issue and asked that this matter be put aside in light of the recommendations of the Technical Traffic Committee. She commented on her dissatisfaction with budgeting monies from next years budget; felt that the City could put $40,000 to better use; and it would be fool-hearty to place the Council in a liability situation and it took a long time to get stop signs in the cove. BOB MONROE, President of La Quinta Golf Estates, felt that the safety issue is being overlooked. If there is an accident it will involve not only a resident of the development, but another motorist as well, so he did view their request as being self-serving". He felt that a 3-way light that would only be activated when someone wished to leave the development and would not otherwise impede the flow of traffic would be reasonable. BILL SALATICH, 48-765 San Isidro, related two incidents that were near-misses. He felt that something must be done to stop the flow of traffic when someone wishes to exit or the likelihood of a major accident is very high. He believed that the residents and Council would be remiss in not doing something. KEN NELSON, 48-800 San Isidro, related some near misses he and his wife have experienced. He did not understand Mrs. Young's comments. He urged that since the residents wish to share the cost that a signal be installed before there is a fatal accident. NORM KIMBALL, 48-000 Avenida Anselmo, supported the previous speakers. Since he is spending more time at this residence, he's become more aware of the dangers of going in and out of this development. He felt that this is going to play a significant role in whether or not people will buy and develop in this area. He lauded the Council for trying to control traffic. BUD WA?W, 48-100 San Pedro, was the Chairman of the Eisenhower Improvement Project, advised that they previously had 40 streets and/or driveways that emptied Onto Eisenhower and because of the efforts of the homeowners there are now only t?. He noted that there are currently stop signs in the City that did not meet warrants. He urged Council's approval. JIM PARNELL, 52-337 Navarro, stated that he checked out the situation and found no problem with turning rig?t as they have BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council inutes Page 8 February 16,1988 their own lane there may be a problem in turning left. He asked why the traffic can't be slowed down. Council Member Cox advised that there was a speed survey which showed that it did not meet criteria for lower speeds. CURTIS LOZA, 78-175 Calle Fortuna, stated that they very seldom use Eisenhower, but asked why stop signs aren't going to installed instead of a signal since it's less expensive. Council Member Cox commented that stop signs would stop all traffic, whereas a signal would only stop traffic when someone needed to exit. JAMES FOREST, 48-721 San Lucas, Member of the Homeowner's Association of La Quinta Golf Estates stated commented on the near misses that have been referred to and commented that most of the people who use Coachella do not have the same reflexes as most younger people. Council Member Sniff stated that he keeps hearing that a signal will be a magic shield that will protect people pulling out of the intersection. It is not warranted and could give the people a false sense of security. Since last summer, he has seen only five cars at that intersection. A signal is not going to guarantee safety. The main question is is the Council going to act in a demonstrated, legitimate warranted need in placing these traffic devices in a business like fashion. We need to operate on the basis of priority not on the basis of complaint. He would like to see the measures that have been taken have an opportunity to prove itself. Re felt this decision should be delayed until budget time. If it is shown that the signal is warranted and needed then he would vote for it. Council Member Pena questioned whether the Council's intent is to act on a traffic signal or acting on an intent to budget funds from next year's budget. Council Member Bohnenberger stated that the previous action was that upon agreement by the Homeowner's to pay 50% of the signal, that we would budget the other 50% in next year's budget. Regarding some comments that have been made, he stated that a few years ago, the Council authorized traffic control devices in the cove that clearly did not meet warrants with a resulting decline in accident rates and lower traffic speeds. Regarding the comment that the oney could be better used, he noted the progress that has been made with street maintenance, parks and general City clean-up. Regarding a comment about not being good businessmen, we have a group of residents who are willing to pay 50% of the costs for the safety of the people who use Eisenhower Drive. He would not be a good businessman if he was to take that offer and throw it out the window because warrants aren't BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 9 February 16,1988 met. They have taken it upon themselves to improve a very dangerous situation. The property owners have already funded a million dollar project to improve the situation. MCTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Ccx that the City proceed to budget 50% of the costs of the signal at Eisenhower and Coachella in next year?s budget Council Member Cox recalled when there was a traffic hazard in the cove and people were coming in asking why they had to wait until someone was killed before something could be done. At that time there was a professional recommendation not to install stop signs, but to install yield signs and to increase rather than decrease some of the speeds. The Council decided that they had to take into consideration the needs and safety of the people in the City. She asked the people who are opposing this signal to think back a couple of years ago when they were asking the Council to help them with a safety hazard. She concurred in the remarks made by Council Member Bohnenberger. Mayor Hoyle felt that this is the most dangerous intersection in the City and these residents are willing to pay one half of the costs. It1s not a question of if someone gets killed, but when". The speeds through there are unbelievable. He did not understand opposition when the residents are willing to pay one half. He then asked Council Member Bohnenberger for clarification of this motion. Council Member Bohnenberger stated that his intent is to budget funds for the construction of a signal for the 1988/89 budget year. Council Member Pena questioned the affect this will have on the budget procedure should the Council choose to go forward or not go forward with this at budget time. Mr. Kiedrowski stated that the Council can change their mind at anytime, so it basically would have no affect on the budget. He noted that the Homeowner's Association is suggesting that they advance the City $10,000 to begin engineering work. If that is accepted, then the Council will have made a firmer corri?itment if that is part of the motion. Mr. Brandt stated that the suggestion of the La Quinta Golf Estates seems to represent a contractual arrangement. In answer to Council Member Cox, Kr. Brandt stated that if these people spend monies with expectations of a credit and the Council later changes their mind then, their funds would be returned along with the legal rate of interest. MOTION WAS WITHDRAWN by Council Members Bohnenberger and Ccx. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 10 February 16, 1988 NOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox to approve the placement of a traffic signal at the intersection of Eisenhower and Coachella Drives and budget the necessary amounts in the next fiscal year to effect construction of that signal and to proceed with the design and to call for bids for the signalization as soon as funds are available. In answer. to Council Member Sniff, Council Member stated that the intent of the motion is to begin engineering as soon as funds are available which could mean if funds are advanced by the Homeowners Association. In answer to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Reynolds advised that the signal at Washington and Avenue 50 cost around $69,000 the engineering costs were about $4,000. The signal at Highland Palms was about $63,000. Regarding the speeds, he reminded the Council that a speed survey will begin shortly and speeds are determined based upon the 85th percentile. It is his intent to remove the lane delineators and open up both lanes northbound if the signal is installed. MOTION CARRIED with Council Members Pena and Sniff voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-31. c. Consideration of Offer of La Quinta Golf Estates Homeowner s Association. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox to authorize the City Attorney to work out an agreement with the La Quinta Golf Estates Homeowner?s Association for funding of this si;-?al in accordance with their letter dated February 11, 1988. In answer to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the maintenance would be covered under our contract with the County and the City would also assume the electrical. Council Member Sniff asked if the agreement will contain terins including liability. Mr. Brandt stated that he was not going to suggest it. In further response, Mr. Brandt stated that if the project did not go through, he will suggest in the agreement that the funds will be returned at the same rate of interest the City earns on that money. Council Member Pena stated that he would like to see this matter continued until there is a contract before the City for consideration. Council Member Bohnenberger stated that all he is asking is that a contract be prepared not author?zation if it. MOTION CARRIED with Council Member Sniff voting NO. MI?WTE ORDER NO. 88-32. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 11 February 16, 1988 6. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONSULTANTS FOR CITY PROJECTS a. Mello-Roos and/or Assessment Districts Various Locations b. Downtown Parking Assessment District Mr. Harvey, Finance Director advised that there is a possibility that the City may enter into some type of assessment district financing within the near future and requested that the Council approve the same team as is being used for the Redevelopment Agency for any assessment districts the City may wish to form. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that staff be authorized to use the same team of consultants for assessment districts as is being used for the Redevelopment Agency. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-33. 7. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR CONSTRUCTION AND SLOPE EASEMENT. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the proposed agreement is for an easement on City property when the sports complex is built. They will be grading on both City and District property. The plans will be reviewed on the Redevelopment Agency agenda. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Pena that the the Construction and Slope Easement be approved. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-34. 8. AP?0INTMNT OF REPRESENTATIVE TO PALMER CABLEVISION 1'CABLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE". Councilman Pena abstained from this issue. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that Palmer Cablevision is asking for a representative and one alternate to serve in the absence of the representative. Following a brief discussion the following motion was made: MOTION It was moved by Mayor Hoyle, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that Peter Zelles be appointed as the City's representative to the Cable Advisory Cormnittee. Motion carried with Council Member Pena ABSTAINING. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-35. Coincil concurred in appointing Ann Young as the alternate. Mr. Brandt proceeded to give the Council an up-date on where he and the City Manager are in reviewing cable television regulations. The new Federal Regulations should be received shortly and the Council will then be receiving a report on it. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City C?ncil Minutes Page 12 February 16,1988 At 9:55 P.M., Council Member Bohnenberger was excused. 9. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE SERVE ON FRINGE TOED LIZARD PRESERVE TRAILS SUB-COMMITTEE OF CVAG. Council Member Cox presented some background information on this issue. Following a brief discussion, Council concurred on appointing Council Member Ccx with the Planning Director appointing an alternate. 10. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 120 RE: RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PLOT PLAN REVIEW PROCESS. ORDINANCE NO. 120 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ThE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR THE ADDITION OF A RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PLOT PLAN REVIEW PROCESS. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Ccx, seconded by Council Member Sniff that full reading of Ordinance No. 120 be waived and same adopted on second reading. Motion carried on the following vote: AYES: Council Members Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Council Member Bohnenberger CONSENT ITEMS 11. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF AVENUE 52 BETWEEN WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON ON MARCH 13TH. 12. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 2, 1988. 13. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER NOTION It was moved by Council Member Ccx, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Consent Items be approved as recommended with Items 11 and 13 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 88-13 and 88-14. Motion carried by the following vote: MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-36. AYES: Council Members Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Bohnenberger ABSTAIN: None BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 13 February 16, 1988 COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS a. Receipt of Planning Commission Minutes of January 26, 1988. Noted and filed. DEPARTMENT REPORTS a. City Manager No Report b. Administrative Services Director No Report C. Community Safety Director No Report d. Economic Development Manager. Mr. Bradshaw advised that a booth will be set up at the Downtown Retail Development Conference. Mr. Bradshaw advised that a firm for doing the video has just about been selected and is within the budgeted amount. Mr. Bradshaw advised that the City is getting a lot of publicity from the Jazz Festival. There will be a 16-page tabloid in the Desert Sun on March 18. 500 of the 7-11 Stores in San Diego; Los Angeles; Orange County and Riverside County are guaranteeing 30 days of prominent display of the Jazz Festival poster. There will be 1,000 30-second radio spots and about 75 television spots. About $8,000 will be spent on newspaper ads and about 20,000 flyers will be put out. Tickets will be available through Ticketmaster. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Bradshaw advised that Muscular Dystrophy will be receiving 80% of the profits; with the Child Care Scholarships and Riverside Arts Foundation receiving the remainder. The Chamber of Commerce is hoping to reserve back before it goes into profit what is received from Founders Donations) to go into next years festival. e. Finance Director No report f. Planning Director No report BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02 City Council Minutes Page 14 February 16,1968 g. Public Works Director In answer to Council Member Sniff regarding the status of the monument signs, Mr. Reynolds advised that City crews have begun to pick up the broken signs and the others will be repainted and stenciled soon. Council Member Pena complimented the who did the intersection work at Avenue 50 and Wa?hington Street for a job well done. There being no further business, the Council adjourned at 10:12 P.M. upon motion by Council Member Pena, seconded by Council Member Sniff. Res?ectfully submitted, SAUNDRA L. JUHOLA, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 02-23-96-U01 10:40:09AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 02-U02 16-U02 1988-U02