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1988 09 06 CC Minutes!d LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 6, 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 Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle ABSENT: None CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Council Member Sniff asked that Items 1 and 5 be removed from the Consent Calendar. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that a letter has been removed from Landmark Land Company requesting withdrawal of their request for a time extension on Plot Plan 85-254 Item No. 2 under Public Hearings). PUBLIC COMMENT ANN YOUNG, President of La Quinta Cove Assoc., P.O. Box 1384, addressed the Council on the matter of the press conference called by the Mayor on the issue of blight in the Cove. She commented that she has written many letters to Code Enforcement with copies to the Mayor about the blight? but never received any response from the Mayor. She felt that the Mayors handling of the matter had a negative impact on the sale of homes in the Cove. HANK HAUGHTON, 51-540 Avenida Villa, advised that he submitted an application for a sign permit for Chez Monique which was denied by the Planning Department because of the color. He presented a rendering of the sign stating that he believed that it was in conformity of the Village Specific Plan and felt that the standards established, should be carried out consistently. In response to Council Member Cox, Mr. Haughton advised that the lettering was not to be painted on, but were cut-out lettering. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:18:40PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 09-U02 06-U02 1988-U02 !dCity Council Minutes Page 2 September 6, 1988 COMMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBERS COUNCIL MEMBER BOHNENBERGER Commented that school is opening tomorrow and urged care in traveling Avenue 50. On Tuesday, September 13th, there will be a candidate's forum at the Community Center hosted by the Residents for an Even Better La Quinta". Reported on CVAG's General Assembly Meeting in which a quorum was not present, but those present approved the TUMF in concept. Those representing La Quinta relayed our concerns as to how we can inter-react with our Community Infrastructure Fee. Concern was expressed that the issue of AB 1600 has not been explored thoroughly enough. He asked the City Attorney to contact County Counsel on this matter. Complimented the Public Works Department on a job well done during the recent rain storm. He felt that La Quinta was relatively unscathed during the storm as a result of the Storm water facilities. COUNCIL MEMBER PENA Advised that a La Quinta resident won the County Amateur Golf Tournament. Expressed concern about the La Quinta schools already being over-crowded. He suggested that perhaps there is some legislation we can help sponsor to get some help in this fast growing area. Council Member Cox advised that a group of parents are going to be approaching both the School Board and City Council asking for help on this matter, and the fact that the Middle School is not ready to open. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON CHANGE OF ZONE 87-026 FROM R-1 TO R-3-5445 ON 32.27 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF DUNE PALMS ROAD AND WESTWARD HO DRIVE APPLICANT, ANNA HASSELL. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the Attorney representing the land owner has requested a 60 day continuance. Negotiations are continuing this week. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that the public hearing on Change of Zone 87-026 be continued to the first meeting in November. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-114. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:18:40PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 09-U02 06-U02 1988-U02 !dCity Council Minutes Page 3 September 6, 1988 2. PUBLIC HEARING ON PLOT PLAN NO. 85-254 CONDITION AMENDMENT VILLAGE POINT APARTMENTS LOCATED NORTH OF CALLE TAMPICO, WEST OF WASHINGTON STREET AND EAST OF DESERT CLUB DRIVE APPLICANT, LANDMARK LAND CO. Applicant withdrew request for extension. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS a. City Manager No Report. b. Assistant City Manager No Report. C. Administrative Services Director No Report. d. Community Safety Director Mr. Hirdler advised that fall clean-up day is scheduled for October 15th. A flyer will be mailed to every property owner. e. Planning Director No Report. f. Public Works Director. Mr. Reynolds advised that many of the City Staff, particularly naming Leann MacCleod; Linda Cehr and Judy Bowers for the professional manner in which they handled complaints; and the residents should be complimented for the way in which they reacted to the recent storm. It was through their cooperation that the clean-up effort was a success. BUSINESS SESSION 1. REPORT OF CIVIC CENTER MASTER PLAN CONSULTANT SCREENING COMMITTEE. Mr. Crump, Planning Director advised that a special committee appointed by the City Council interviewed three prospective consultant firms for Civic Center Master Plan work. The firm of George Miers and Associates, Architecture and Planning, based in San Francisco with offices in Beverly Hills, was selected by the committee. They have considerable experience in the design of civic centers and public buildings. Mr. George Miers proceeded to present a slide presentation showing some before" and after" renovated buildings he has designed along with new buildings. His work has earned two BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:18:40PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 09-U02 06-U02 1988-U02 !dCity Council Minutes Page 4 September 6, 1988 Golden Nugget" awards. During his presentation he elaborated on the various wind, sun, etc. studies his firm performs during the master planning process. He advised that mast cities are building 20% in excess of current needs and either leasing out the space or letting other organizations use space such as Chambers of Commerce. While he has never worked in the desert, he felt that it will be challenging and looked forward to the opportunity. In response to Council Member Bohnenberger, Mr. Miers advised that he and Mary Comeno will be the principals on this project. He added that his consultants will be from the desert area. Council Member Bohnenberger was impressed with Mr. Miers' approach it's well thought out and was pleased that he and Ms. Comeric will be the principals on the project. He also felt that two Gold Nugget Awards speak highly of his firm. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox that the City Manager be authorized to complete final contract negotiations with George Miers and Associates and execute same on behalf of the City. Mayor Hoyle suggested that this issue be tabled for two months considering the possibility of four new Council Members being seated on the Council. Council Member Pena stated that this is only a master plan not a commitment of funds and saw no reason to wait. Council Member Bohnenberger agreed, stating that Mr. Miers has an open window at this time and may not be available two months from now. Besides, it will probably take that amount of time to get a team up and operating. He preferred to see the work get started at this time. Motion carried with Mayor Hoyle voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-115. 2. APPOINTMENT OF VOTING DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE TO ANNUAL LEAGUE CONFERENCE IN SAN DIEGO OCTOBER 16-19. Mrs. Juhola advised that it is necessary to appoint a voting delegate and alternate to vote during the business session at the Annual League of California Cities Conference in October. The Mayor and Mayor Pro Tern traditionally serve in these capacities, if they plan to attend. Council Members Bohnenberger, Pena and Sniff advised that they will not be attending. Mayor Hoyle might and Council Member Cox stated that she would be as she's serving on a panel. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Pena, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that Council Member Cox be appointed the voting delegate and Mayor Hoyle be appointed the alternate. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-116. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:18:40PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 09-U02 06-U02 1988-U02 !dCity Council Minutes Page 5 September 6, 1988 3. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA. Mr. Genovese advised that pursuant to the City Council's approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with the Employee's Association, staff has initiated implementation of the PERS Survivor Benefit Program, which provides monthly allowances to eligible survivors of a member who dies prior to retirement. The fiscal impact to the City is $1,500 per year. RESOLUTION NO. 88-108 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA. It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Pena that Resolution No. 88-108 be adopted. Passed by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Pena, Sniff, Mayor Hoyle NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Pena that Ordinance No. 128 be taken up by title and number only and that further reading be waived. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 128 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM. It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Pena that Ordinance No. 128 be introduced and full reading be waived. Motion 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 04:18:40PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 09-U02 06-U02 1988-U02 !dCity Council Minutes Page 6 September 6, 1988 CONSENT CALENDAR 1. A?PROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF AUGUST 2 & AUGUST 16, 1988. 3. AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS ON SIGNALIZATION OF EISENHOWER AT COACHELLA. 4. AUTHORIZATION TO CALL FOR BIDS ON PUMPING STATION AT HIGHWAY 111 AND WASHINGTON STREET. 5. APPROVAL OF TIME EXTENSION FOR VARIANCE 87-004 WARREN JOHNSON. 6. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION ON PLOT PLAN 87-381 TIME EXTENSION WARREN JOHNSON. 7. APPROVAL OF PALM ROYALE IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE IT ON BEHALF OF CITY. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that Consent Items 1, 3, 4, 6 and 7 be approved as recommended with Item No. 1 being approved by RESOLUTION NO. 88-109. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-117. Item No. 2, Council M?mber Sniff believed that the minutes are inadequate citing the discussion of the mini-park on August 2nd in which he made comments on the historical perspective on the process and length of time taken to arrive at approval of a mini-park and would like to have seen that discussion more expansive. On August 16th, during discussion of the Desert Resort Communities Convention and Visitors Bureau, he made several comments that he felt should have been included. He felt that on significant and controversial issues, the comments made and persons making them should be identified. Council Member Bohnenberger suggested that if a Council Member believes his comments are important and should be recorded that he/she state that it's for the record". Mayor Hoyle concurred. Mr. Kiedrowski suggested that if a Council Member finds a concern prior to Council Meeting date, if they would contact himself or the City Clerk prior to the meeting an addendum can be prepared. Council Member Sniff stated that he prefers reasonably expansive minutes particularly in matters of significant, controversial subjects as the issues can surface again in the future, and individuals would be left at a memory disadvantage. Council Member Bohnenberger corrected August 16th, Page 7 in which he had discussions with a gentlemen" rather than a 1lady" regarding annexation. BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:18:40PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 09-U02 06-U02 1988-U02 !dCity Council Minutes Page 7 September 6, 1988 MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox that the minutes of August 1 and 16 be approved as submitted. Motion carried with Council Member Sniff voting NO. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-118. Regarding Item No. 5, Council Member Sniff questioned the reason for the request for a time extension. Mr. Crump advised that it is due to attorneys' delays in final wording and format of the parking variance agreement; other delays on contracting bids and financing and loan approvals; revised engineering for ponding pool; percolation testing and decisions to be made on the sewer line. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Consent Item No. 5 be approved as recommended. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-119. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS a. C. V. Recreation and Park District. No report. b. Planning Commission Minutes of August 9, 1988. Noted and filed. At 9:05 P.M., it was moved by Council Member Pena, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that Council adjourn to closed session to discuss litigation La Quinta Dunes/Indio Case No. 5278. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting reconvened to regular session at 9:35 P.M. with no action being taken. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Re?pectfully submitted, C SAUNDRA L. JUHOL?, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 02-23-96-U01 04:18:40PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 09-U02 06-U02 1988-U02