Loading...
1988 07 05 CC Minutes!: LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 5, 1988 Regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 7:3C P.M., Mayor Hoyle presiding, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle ABSENT: None CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Mr. Kiedrowski asked that Item No. 1 on the Business Session Agenda; Item No. 1 on the Consent Calendar Minutes of June 21st; and Item No. 5 on the Consent Calendar be removed. PU?LIC COMMENT WARREN BRADSHAW, 66-394 Granada, Desert Hot Springs, formerly on contract with the City of La Quinta through Riverside County as Economic Development Director, addressed the Council expressing hope that the economic development projects that have been started will be continued and that an individual within the City structure be designated to perform some of these functions. COMMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBERS COUNCIL MEMBER COX Interior Secretary Hodel reported on the matter of the lack of invitation to the City of La Quinta to a breakfast for Interior Secretary Hodell, advising that only the cities with bighorn sheep preserves were invited. League of California Cities advised that she is on the Small Cities Committee of the League of California Cities. The are asking for input from cities as to the kinds of information theyre needing. This information must be submitted by July 12. CVAG advised that the Executive Committee will be meeting at 7 AM tomorrow morning to discuss the Transportation Plan. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 2 July 5, 1988 COUNCIL MEMBER PENA Cahuilla County Forum" noted that the City and Chamber of Commerce will be co-sponsoring an informational forum on the proposed Cahuilla County". He also noted that the City of La Quinta has not taken a formal position with regard to this issue. MAYOR HOYLE Economic Development referred to the comments made by Mr. Bradshaw stating that it's his belief that an individual in the Planning Department should be designated to perform economic development functions. Cahuilla County" regarding proposed Cahuilla County", he advised that any comments he has made have been stated as his opinions only. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. PUBLIC HEARING ON REVISED TENTATIVE TRACT 23269 FOR 268 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF FRED WARING DRIVE AND ADAMS AVENUE APPLICANT TRIAD PACIFIC DEVELOPMENT. Mr. Crump, Planning Director presented staff's report advising that subject map is a re-subdivision of a 180 lot tentative map, which was approved in February. The Planning Commission has recommended approval of the map with conditions following discussion of three principal issues 1) parkland dedication/stormwater retention; 2) subdivision design; and 3) access from Fred Waring. The Commission's conditions include a permanent right-in and right-out access from Fred Waring and extension of two of the cul-de-sac streets. Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director addressed the access issue expressing concern that access onto Fred Waring presents a dangerous situation as the General Plan calls for it to be six lanes. He has recommended no access from Fred Waring except during the marketing stage of perhaps the first two stages. Access would then be by Adams. The Planning Commission pa recommends a right-turn in and a right-turn out he had no problem with the right-turn in, but the right-turn Out for a person wishing to go westbound would have to cross three lanes of traffic at 55 mph to get into a left-turn pocket at Adams to make a U-turn. Therefore, he still recommends that permanent access from Fred Waring be prohibited. Mr. Reynolds and Mr. Crump presented the following responses to Council: BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 3 July 5, 1988 There are 1320' from the access point to Dune Palms. signalization of Adams is planned with the developer sharing at least one-third of the cost. An emergency access could be placed anywhere along Fred Waring There will be no entry security it will be walled with a decorative parkway. Density along Fred Waring was not discussed at the Planning Commission. Staff's comments in their report the Planning Commission remain valid. Regarding the parkland dedication/retention basin, Mr. Crump advised that they are obligated to dedicate 2+ acres they may propose to satisfy that in any means all cash; all land; or a combination. Staff recommended that it be all land, otherwise, the area will be developed and there will be no park. The retention basin is a depressed area that is for a 100 year storm to be located adjacent to the park to be more attractive. The Mayor declared the public hearing OPEN. TOM THORNBURG, P.O. Box 750, La Quinta, addressed the Council reviewing some of staff's comments. Regarding the park, they preferred to give the City the money for this tract and the south tract and if money is given for Betty Williams tract, then the City could do a larger park. They are building to the market 4 units per acre. He also reviewed the traffic circulation plan Regarding Fred Waring, he believed that access is necessary and agreed to a right-in and right-out access. He concluded in saying that both tracts have been sold to a major developer who has financing set Up and is waiting to proceed. There being no one else wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED. COUNCIL COMMENTS Council Member Pena like the idea of a joint park for all three developments it's difficult to build for the market, as that factor can change at any time disagreed with Mr. Thornburg that there won't be a traffic hazard on Fred Waring BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 4 July 5, 1988 we re trying to develop traffic patterns now so that there will be a minimum number of traffic signals and median breaks has a problem with the design of the tract, and could not support it at this time. Council Member Bohnenberger expressed concern over the number of lots along Fred Waring those are hard lots to sell and over-all damages a project because of the appearance it gives to from the outside. Favored the cul-de-sac concept with wider rear lots that abut Fred Waring to lower the number of units abutting Fred Waring. Believed that the number of accesses on Fred Waring should be limited. No problem with right-turn in/right-turn out. Any through streets should line up with a through street in the south tract if they are going to be through streets. Council Member Cox agreed with a right-turn in/right-turn out access. Concerned about only access being Adams Street as it's a long way from the west side of the tract to Adams. combining the park with the storm retention area doesn't seem feasible since we've had six one hundred year storms in the last ten years, as there would be a lot of damage to the park. Council Member Sniff concerned about the number of small lots along Fred Waring. access on Fred Waring would be a mistake, if it's allowed at all, it should be for a brief time. would like to see project continued for redesign with staff and Council comments. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Pena that Revised Tentative Tract Map 23269 be continued for redesign in accordance with staff comments and Council recommendations. FURTHER DISCUSSION Mayor Hoyle had a problem with traffic flow. problem with access on Fred Waring, but we are going to continue to grow and if we have to stop every development on an arterial, where are we going? There needs to be two access points and a natural for one is on Fred Waring. Suggested moving it further to the west. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes page 5 July 5, 1988 questioned the need for a park in every development, would prefer to see a larger park cover several neighborhoods. The combination park/storm retention area is used extensively in Phoenix with no problems. sees no real problems with the project. Following a brief discussion regarding time frames Council Member Sniff amended his motion to read that the public hearing will remain open, to be brought back to the Council on August 2, 1988. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-96. For staff direction, Council concurred on having no problem with a 4 1/2 acre park combined with the retention area with the equipment above the flood area. 2. PUBLIC HEARING ON PLACEMENT OF GARBAGE FEES ON THE TAX ROLLS AND APPROVAL OF RATE INCREASE. Mr. Kiedrowski, City Manager, recommended that following the public hearing, the Council authorize the placement of the refuse collection fees on the tax rolls for the 1988/89 fiscal year in the amount of $80.40. In response to Council, Mr. Kiedrowski believed that our contact with Palm Desert Disposal runs through 1991. The rates can only be raised once each year for residential fees. The Mayor declared the public hearing OPEN. RAY BURKE, General Manager of Waste Management, advised that the increase is due to an increase by Riverside County in the Gate Fees at the landfills. In response to Council Member Pena, Mr. Burke advised that the City's rates are considerably lower than Palm Springs and Coachella. La Quinta's rates are about the average in Coachella Valley. In response the Council Member Cox, Mr. Burke explained that roll-offs are used for construction sites and costs are based on the type of debris hauled. Mr. Kiedrowski referred to the breakdown of the gate fees and advised that he is going to inquire of the County how the City participates in these services. There being no one else wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 6 July 5, 1988 RESOLUTION NO. 88-92 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE REPORT PRESCRIBING THE CHARGES FOR RESIDENTIAL PARCELS FOR CITY-FURNISHED REFUSE COLLECTION FOR 1988/89 AND DIRECTING THAT SUCH CHARGES BE COLLECTED ON THE TAX ROLL. It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox that Resolution No. 88-92 be adopted. Passed by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 3. HEARING ON APPEAL OF LANDMARK LAND CO./LA QUINTA HOTEL, OF DENIAL OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF TURF BLOCK FIRE ACCESS LANE. Mayor Hoyle abstained from this issue due to a conflict of interest as his wife is employed by Landmark Land Co. Mr. Hirdler, Community Safety Director, advised that Landmark Land Co. has appealed the County Fire Department's policy prohibiting the use of turf block" fire access lanes at the expansion of the La Quinta Hotel. Staff's recommendation is to approve Landmark's request to use turf block with the following conditions: 1. Provide street legends from service area, and at the entrance on Avenida Obregon. 2. Provide monument signage on Avenida Obregon, indicating fire lanes. 3. Delineate turf block lane with six inch white concrete strip at edge of turf block. 4. Properly maintain concrete strips to prevent overgrowth and/or discoloration. In response to questions by Council, Mr. Hirdler advised that the problem the Fire Department has with turf block is that over the years, it becomes difficult to detect, which is the reason for the recommended conditions. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 7 July 5, 1988 MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Cox that the appeal of Landmark Land Co. of the County Fire Department's denial of turf block be approved. Motion carried with Mayor Hoyle abstaining. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-97. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None PRESENTATIONS Mr. Crump, Planning Director, presented the City Council with the 1988 Outstanding Planning Award" for the village at La Quinta Specific Plan" which was awarded by the Inland Empire Section, American Planning Association on June 23rd. The Inland Empire Section will now nominate the City of La Quinta for a similar award in the State competition. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS a. City Manager Mr. Kiedrowski advised that Frances Hack has donated $10,000 to the City of La Quinta for playground equipment for the mini-park planned at Eisenhower and Calle Colima. Council Member Sniff suggested a plaque and a thank you letter. b. Administrative Services Director No report c. Community Safety Director Mr. Hirdler reported on lot cleaning procedures in the Cove. In answer to questions by Council, Mr. Hirdler advised that we are cleaning about 30 lots per month of those, about 10 each month are being cleaned by City forces. Council Member Bohnenberger stated that he had a number of complaints that the City is striping the lots of all vegetation including the trees. He believed that it's necessary to clean the lots to prevent fire hazards, but asked that some discretion be used trees need to be trimmed, but not removed, especially smoke trees and palo verdes. Discussion ensued on the need to actively pursue the abatement process and how the City can help and encourage the residents to keep their properties up, i.e, trash bins around town more often than once or twice a year, anti-litter signs. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 8 July 5, 1988 d. Finance Director No Report e. Planning Director Mr. Crump reported on the status of the neighborhood mini-park advising that final engineering work is being done and bids are being sought for grading. A public hearing is being scheduled for August 2nd on the Environmental Assessment and approval of the final design. f. Public Works Mr. Reynolds advised that the Technical Traffic Committee reviewed the matter of the number of stop signs on Obregon and concluded that there were no technical considerations involved and therefore, could not make a recommendation. In response to Council, Mr. Reynolds, advised that there has been no input from the residents since the stop signs were installed. The residents initially wanted the stop signs installed in order to control the speed. As the City's representative on Sunline, Council Member Pena advised that the concerns they've received, concern the continual stopping of the buses contributing to noise and diesel odor. No action was taken. BUSINESS SESSION 1. REPORT ON COMMERCIAL VEHICLE INSPECTION PROGRAM. Carried Over. 2. DISCUSSION OF BUDGET ISSUES a. Committee Report Regarding Chamber of Commerce Funding Request b. Committee Report Regarding La Quinta Arts Foundation Funding Request c. Adoption of Budget for Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 1988 and Ending June 30, 1989. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Mayor Hoyle advised that he and Council Member Pena represented the City during the negotiations with the Chamber of Commerce and arrived at the agreement as presented in the agenda packets for local promotion as outlined in the amount of $19,050 and special events in the amount of $38,950 for a total of $58,000. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 9 July 5, 1988 MOTION It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that the agreement presented be approved. Council Member Sniff believed that the City needs to develop a realistic tourist promotion program and economic development program. He suggested that a Business and Economic Development Advisory Committee be formed, made up of Council Members, representatives of the Chamber of Commerce, and La Quinta property owners to report to the City Council and with clerical support provided by the City. Council Member Pena agreed that we need to offer attractions for the tourists but believed that with the Chamber proposal we are trying to encourage creation of some special events. He favored the proposal for a Committee. However, we have to first determine what we're going to sell, with the advent of the village Plan; and the development of the Highway 111 corridor plan now being prepared. He agreed that we must work with the Chamber of Commerce. Council Member Bohnenberger felt that it's a good idea, it's a further growth of what was discussed with the village Plan in putting together a blue ribbon committee". He suggested that it be discussed at a future study session. In response to Mr. Kjedrowski, Council Member Pena advised that the Committee discussed a bi-annual financial statement and a quarterly progress report. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that it was also the intent of the Committee that the proposal be given to the City Attorney to formalize into a contract for services format. Council Member Cox amended her motion to include a requirement for a bi-annual financial statement and a bi-monthly progress report and that the City Attorney be instructed to formalize the proposal into a contract for services. Council Member Bohnenberger concurred with the amendment. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-98. LA QUINTA ARTS FOUNDATION Council Member Pena presented the Committee's report and reviewed the proposed contract which includes promotion and implementation of a Fall Arts & Crafts Faire and promotion and implementation of the 3-day La Quinta Arts Festival for a total of $25,000. Council Member Sniff expressed concern over the amount of the contract being significantly higher than the previous year and asked if there is additional promotion to justify it. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 10 July 5, 1988 Cheryl Ward, President of the La Quinta Arts Foundation addressed the Council advising that last year they actually asked for $15,000 but was granted $7,000 by the Community Services Commission. They are expanding their marketing budget for this year alone is $37,000, in an effort to draw larger numbers of people to the festival. Additionally, staging the festival in the park cost an additional $10,000. Council Member Bohnenberger felt that as far as money invested in advertising and promotion money invested in the Arts Foundation goes further than money we've invested in other endeavors. They hold two events a year where the name La Quinta" is prominently exhibited. It's a worthwhile investment. Mayor Hoyle agreed with Council Member Bohnenberger and stated that last year's allocation handicapped the fall faire. In response to questions by Council, Mr. Kiedrowski advised that they wish for funds to be allocated on a quarterly basis and will be reporting on a quarterly basis. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox that $25,000 be allocated to the La Quinta Arts Foundation in accordance with the draft agreement to be referred to the City Attorney for final draft. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-99. ADOPTION OF BUDGET FOR FY 1988/89. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the Council has been presented a copy of the budget which contains the changes that have been discussed to date. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Mayor Hoyle that the monies allocated to the Chamber of Commerce and La Quinta Arts Foundation be taken from the proposed Contingency Fund. FURTHER DISCUSSION In response to Council Member Sniff, Council Member Bohnenberger stated that we currently have a budget deficit of $667,000 and this motion will keep us from expanding that amount by $83,000, which would bring it close to 3/4 of a million dollars. There is $300,000 in the Contingency Fund for which there are no concrete plans. That would it to $217,000. Motion carried with Council Member Sniff voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-100. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 11 July 5, 1988 Mayor Hoyle believed that additional funds should be allocated to Community Safety for code enforcement/nuisance abatements. He suggested that $17,000 be taken from the Contingency Fund for that purpose, leaving $200,000 in Contingencies. MOTION It was moved by Mayor Hoyle, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that the Contingency Fund be reduced to $200,000 by placing $17,000 in an account for lot cleaning purposes. FURTHER DISCUSSION Discussion ensued with Mr. Reynolds stating that the money should be put into a fund whereby outside contractors can be hired to do the work, as it places a burden on the Public Works personnel in taking them away from their normal work. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that one of the concerns about contracting out lot cleaning is the contracts were too high and there was no way to monitor them unless we had someone in the field. That resulted in staff going to a more responsive" code enforcement on direction of the Council. Council Member Cox believed that the funds should be left in the Contingency Fund and let staff come back with a recommendation. Motion carried with Council Members Cox and Pena voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-101. RESOLUTION NO. 88-93 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 1988 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 1989. It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox that Resolution No. 88-93 be adopted. FURTHER DISCUSSION Council Member Sniff commented on the shortfall expressed the need for more consultation in determining direction and policies among the Council in planning in all areas rather than being reactive" to situations. The City cannot continue to use General Fund Reserves as it cuts down on our earning power and puts us in a more disadvantageous position. He asked if this is a budget trend. Mayor Hoyle stated that no one likes the budget deficit, but a lot of time and thought has been put into developing this budget. The Council does need more consultation time among itself. If the Council wishes to cut more from it, that can be done at this time. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 12 July 5, 1988 Council Member Pena agreed that the Council does need more consultation among itself to set goals, long range plans and an economic development plan. He questioned the cash trend and Mr. Harvey advised that the City is estimating that of the $4 million fund balance, $3.7 million will be cash. We are about 1/2 million dollars below where we were at the beginning of the last fiscal year, partly because of the purchase of the City Hall site. As far as a budget trend is concerned, he advised that this year's budget actually has $412,000 less in appropriations than the previous year. Council Member Pena stated that he did not see this deficit as a budget trend and feels that the Council has always been responsible. These last couple of years money has been spent on some needed improvements. Council Member Bohnenberger stated that all of the Council has expressed concern all through the budget process about the budget deficit, but sees that trend starting to reverse itself with new developments and proposed developments. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None 5. CONSIDERATION OF CREDIT AGREEMENT ITH LANDMARK LAND CO. Mayor Hoyle advised that he would be abstaining from this issue because of a conflict of interest due to his wife being employed by Landmark Land Co. Mr. Kiedrowski presented the Council with an agreement that has been negotiated with Landmark Land Company regarding improvements that have been placed with the PGA West Specific Plan, which are eligible under our credit system. A significant amount of time has been spent negotiating both the amount of the credit and the phasing in of the credit so that it would have the least effect on the City's budget and long-term cash flow. Mr. Kiedrowski recommended that the Council authorize the Mayor Pro Tem and City Clerk to execute the agreement. He added that both the attorneys for the City and Landmark have reviewed the agreement. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !: City Council Minutes page 13 July 5, 1988 In response to questions by Council Member Sniff, Mr. Kiedrowski advised that Landmark will have 3 to 6 years to use up their credit depending on how rapidly permits are taken out. The credits will be assigned to Sunrise by Landmark and it will be monitored quarterly. Regarding the road deterioration on Avenue 54 and elsewhere, he advised that the agreement covers Avenue 54 so they will be covering a portion of the costs to bring it up to standards. Council Member Bohnenberger complimented staff on putting together the best possible agreement. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that the agreement with Landmark Land Co. regarding infrastructure fee credits be approved. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-102. 3. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING TRAFFIC SPEEDS ON VARIOUS CITY STREETS. Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director, presented the Council with a draft resolution for adoption setting forth speed limits on various streets in the City in accordance with an engineering and traffic study. By adoption of this resolution, radar enforcement will be allowed. RESOLUTION NO. 88-94 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN STREETS IN SAID CITY. It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Resolution No. 88-94 be adopted. Motion passed by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None 4. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO GO TO BID ON EISENHOWER IMPROVEMENTS. Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director, reported that improvement of Eisenhower Drive between Calle Tampico and Avenida Montezuma was budgeted last year. The plans and specifications are now ready to proceed. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 14 July 5, 1988 In answer to questions by Council, Mr. Reynolds advised that a raised median will be installed between Tampico and Martinez and a short raised median near Italos. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Sniff that staff be authorized to go to bid on Eisenhower Street Improvements. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-103. 6. REVIEW OF FEE WAIVERS FOR PARCEL MERGERS/LOT LINE ADJUSTMENTS IN THE COVE. Mr. Crump advised that in June 1987, the City council adopted an interim one-year policy establishing financial incentives regarding combining of residential lots in the Cove. It included the following financial incentives when merging lots: * Parcel merger application fees were waived * Building Permit fees were waived * 50% of the City infrastructure fee was waived In answer to questions by Council, Mr. Crump advised that during the past year there were 24 merger events that took advantage of these provisions. Discussion ensued regarding the benefit of the program, with it being pointed out that it serves to decrease the density of the cove, thereby decreasing traffic and generally, making it a more desirable place to live. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Cox that the program as it stands, be continued one additional year. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-104. 7. CONSIDERATION OF ACTIONS REGARDING NOVEMBER 8, 1988 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION. a. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 125. b. Adoption of Resolution Placing Measure on the Ballot. c. Consideration of Resolution Setting Priorities for Arguments. d. Consideration of Resolution Regarding Rebuttal Arguments. Mrs. Juhola advised that a second reading of Ordinance No. 125 which increases the Transient Occupancy Tax from eight to nine percent is necessary in addition to adoption of a resolution placing the issue of the increase on the ballot. The resolution setting priorities for arguments gives the Council first priority in submitting arguments and the resolution regarding rebuttal arguments would allow submission of same. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 15 July 5, 1988 ORDINANCE NO. 125 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 3, CHAPTER 3.24, SECTION 3.24.030 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE. It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that full reading of Ordinance No. 125 be waived and same adopted on second reading. Motion passed by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION NO. 88-95 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1988, AND TO BE CONSOLIDATED WITH ANY OTHER ELECTION BEING HELD IN THE AREA ON THE SAME DAY, FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY A MEASURE, PURSUANT TO THE ELECTION CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, RELATING TO AN INCREASE IN THE TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX IN SAID CITY FROM EIGHT PERCENT TO NINE PERCENT. It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Resolution No. 88-95 be adopted. Motion passed by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION NO. 88-96 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, SETTING PRIORITIES FOR FILING A WRITTEN ARGUMENT REGARDING A CITY MEASURE AND DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS). It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Pena that Resolution No. 88-96 be adopted. Motion passed by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 16 July 5, 1988 CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JUNE 15, 1988. 2. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER. 3. APPROVAL OF FINAL TRACT MAP 21846-2 AND AUTHORIZATION TO RECORD. 4 ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT DEED FOR APN 617-381-001 AT WASHINGTON AND SAGEBRUSH FROM COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Pena, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Consent Items 1 4 be approved as recommended with Item No. I being approved by RESOLUTION NO. 88-97. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-105. Council Member Cox commented on the length that the minutes have become and believed that they've become too verbose. While she favored action minutes, she said that she would agree to the format used during the winter months whereby there were not action minutes, but rather a brief of the issues. Mayor Hoyle concurred. Council Member Sniff stated that he likes detail in the minutes without being excessive. In answer to Council Member Pena, Mr. Brandt, City Attorney, advised that in matters involving planning and zoning matters; and, CEQA matters that must have findings in the event of litigation, however, that can be done by adopting the staff report. Other than that, it's a matter of style. Council Member Pena suggested that with items of major concern, more detail reporting can be done. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Pena, seconded by Council Member Cox that we revert back to the former way of taking minutes unless so instructed to give more detailed reporting in the minutes when requested to do so at a Council Meeting by the Council exception: That an individual Council Member may ask that his/her own comments be reported). Motion carried with Council Member Sniff voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 106. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS a. C. V. Recreation and Park District. No report. b. Desert Resort Communities Convention & Visitors Bureau. Council Member Pena advised that there is a meeting scheduled for July 11 & 12 for budget finalization and merger discussions. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02 !:City Council Minutes Page 17 July 5, 1988 Council adjourned to Closed Session to discuss personnel and litigation Council reconvened with no action taken. At 11:45 P.M., it was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Pena that Council adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Res?ectfully submitted, f 4>Th /6?' SAUNDRA L. JUHOLA, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:13:43PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 05-U02 1988-U02