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LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 26, 1988
Adjourned meeting of the La Quinta City Council was held in the
Council Chambers, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta, California,
Mayor Pro-Tem Pena presiding. Meeting was called to order at
the hour of 7:30 P.M., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox 7:40 P.M.), Sniff,
Mayor Pro-Tern Pena
a) ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle
Ln MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by
Council Member Bohnenberger that Mayor Hoyle be excused. Motion
carried unanimously.
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CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Mayor Pro-Tern Pena asked that Consent Calendar be moved to
follow Public Hearing Item No. 2 and to reinstate Consent Item
No. 5.
PUBLIC CO?IMENT
There were no public comments.
COMMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
There were no comments by Council.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. PUBLIC HEARING ON SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 121-E, AMENDMENT #1;
CHANGE OF ZONE #88-031; TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 23749 AND
PLOT PLAN NO. 88-393 PROPERTY LOCATED ON WEST SIDE OF
AVENIDA OBREGON, ABOUT 400 FEET NORTH OF CALLE MAZATLAN.
APPLICANT: LANDMARK LAND CO.
Mr. Crump, Planning Director, presented staff report
advising that the original La Quinta Cove Golf Club Specific
Plan presently known as Santa Rosa Cove was approved by
Riverside County in April, 1975. In December, 1987, a Plot
Plan was approved expanding the Hotel by 336 rooms to the
current 609 units. Expansion and uses of the Hotel created
the need for additional maintenance and overflow parking.
Landmark Land Company, Inc., is requesting an amendment of
the Specific Plan which is necessary to incorporate the
proposed overflow parking site into the approved Specific
Plan Boundaries adding 2.1 acres to the existing 638 acres.
Mr. Crump then advised that Change of Zone #88-031 is to
provide change from R-1 to R-3 allowing the parking area to
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be established for hotel use; The Tentative Parcel Map No.
23749 is to create a parcel for a maintenance facility;
Plot Plan No. 88-393 involves the Northern Parcel to
accommodate the main facilities and employees parking, and
the Southerly Parcel to accommodate overflow parking
occurring from special events and peak seasons. The
building involves the construction of approximately 2,000
square feet for the maintenance yard on a 5 net acre
parcel and the 162 space overflow parking on approximately
1.4 acres.
The Planning Commission considered this matter on August
23rd and recommends to the Council a series of actions:
Adoption of Council Resolution approving Specific Plan
Amendment #1; further reading be waived and the introduction
of the Change of Zone Ordinance be entertained; and to be
noted, acceptance of the report of the Planning Commission
action to approve the Plot Plan.
In answer to Councilman Sniff's question regarding possible
objections, Mr. Crump advised there has not been any in its
final resolve.
Mayor Pro-Tem asked if the applicant would like to address
the Council.
ALEJANDRO MARTINEZ, 100 Clock Tour Place, Carmel,
Representative for Landmark Land Co., advised that they
would like to have the wording in the Staff Report for Plot
Plan No. 88-393 identified in the background description as
a supplement parking and overflow for the needs of the La
Quinta Hotel. These needs have developed due to the demands
created during the peak seasons, feature events at the
hotel and at the La Quinta tennis facility during these
seasons. The major parking area located of f of Avenida
Fernando has been designated as the parking priority area
for employees and hotel guests. This parcel is the area for
the maintenance facility and the overflow parking. The
remaining conditions are acceptable.
The Mayor Pro-Tem declared the public hearing OPEN.
There being no one wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 88-112
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO SPECIFIC PLAN NO.
121-E, REVISED.
SP 121-E, AMENDED #1 LANDMARK LAND COMPANY, INC.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by
Council Member Bohnenberger that Resolution No. 88-112 be
adopted as recommended. Motion carried by the following
vote:
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AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor
Pro-Tern Pena
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by
Council Member Cox that Ordinance No. 129 be taken up by
Title and Number only and waive further reading. Motion
carried unanimously.
a) ORDINANCE NO. 129
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
Cr) CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP FOR THE CITY,
BY REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY REFERRED TO IN CHANGE OF ZONE
m NO. 88-031. LANDMARK LAND COMPANY, INC.)
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by
Council Member Cox that Ordinance No. 129 be introduced on
first reading. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor
Pro-Tern Pena
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by
Council Member Cox to accept the Planning Commissions
decision to approve Plot Plan No. 88-393 in accordance with
the recommended conditions. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-120.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 6, 1988.
3. APPROVAL OF WAIVER OF FEES FOR TWO TEMPORARY OUTDOOR
EVENTS: 5TH ANNUAL COACHELLA VALLEY RED CROSS TRIATHLON AND
1988 DESERT BICYCLE CLASSIC.
4. APPROVAL OF REQUEST OF LA QUINTA LIBRARY FOR TEMPORARY
CLOSURE OF NORTH SIDE OF CALLE ESTADO BETWEEN DESERT CLUB
DRIVE AND AVENIDA BERMUDAS FROM 9:30 A.M. TO 11:00 A.M. ON
SEPTEMBER 22, 1988.
5. APPROVAL OF A REVOCABLE ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT WITH LANDMARK
LAND COMPANY FOR A DRAINAGE DISCHARGE LINE IN EISENHOWER.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger,
seconded by Council Member Sniff that Consent Items be
approved as recommended with Item No. 1 being approved by
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RESOLUTION NO. 88-113. MINUTE ORDER 88-121.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3. PUBLIC HEARING ON TENTATIVE TRACT #23813 SUBDIVISION OF
10.45 ACRES LOCATED BETWEEN CAMINO QUINTANA AND AVENIDA
FERNANDO ALONG AVENIDA VISTA BONITA EXTENDED INTO 40 SINGLE
FAMILY LOTS APPLICANT: LA QUINTA JOINT VENTURE.
Mr. Crump advised that the applicant, La Quinta Joint
Venture, has requested consideration for re-subdivision
which will provide for 40 detached dwelling units. The
original subdivision provided for 52 attached units. The
result in density is 3.83 dwelling units per acre with an
average lot size of 8,000 square feet. The design of the
facility is a private cul de sac street with two turn around
areas, one end is closed to through traffic with emergency
access gates with daily use by pedestrians and golf carts.
This subdivision takes access of f Avenida Fernando which
links with Eisenhower Drive. The design of the units are
southwestern style which are compatible with larger
structures and complimentary to their setting. The units
would not be a zero lot line but separated from property
lines with minimum side yard.
The Planning Commission has provided a Draft Resolution with
conditions and recommends Council approval of Tentative Map
No. 23813.
In answer to Council Member Sniffs question, Mr. Crump
advised that the southwestern style of the buildings is the
the blending of the styles seen in the Arizona, Phoenix, and
Tucson areas which is becoming very popular in the desert.
TOM HILL, P. 0. Box 780, Representative for La Quinta Joint
Venture, stated that Mr. Crump had covered everything and
that they are in agreement with the conditions.
In answer to questions by Council, Mr. Hill advised that the
construction of the models have begun and plan production
building around the first part of the year. The square
footage will be from 2400 to 3500 in a price range from the
mid $300,000 to $500,000.
The Mayor Pro-Tem declared the public hearing OPEN.
There being no one wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED.
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RESOLUTION NO. 88-114
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS CONFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL
ANALYSIS AND GRANTING APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 23813,
TO ALLOW THE CREATION OF A RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION ON A
10.45 + ACRE SITE.
CASE NO. TT 23813 LA QUINTA JOINT VENTURE
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger,
Seconded by Council Member Cox that Resolution 88-114 be
a) adopted. Motion carried by the following vote.
ID AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor
Cr) pro-Tem Pena
NOES: None
m ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle
4. PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 88-005
CITY-WIDE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE CITY CODE, TO INCLUDE
ZONING REGULATIONS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR IMPLEMENTATION
OF THE VILLAGE AT LA QUINTA SPECIFIC PLAN.
Mr. Ted Bower, Principal Planner, reported the purpose of
the Public Hearing is to consider an amendment to the Zoning
Ordinance to create changes to allow implementation of the
Village Plan which was adopted on February 2, 1988. Part of
this implementation requires a creation of a Commercial
Village Zone, a modification of a Residential Village Zone,
and the creation and reference to the design review section
in a series of other aspects of the Ordinance.
Mr. Bower further advised that this amendment to the Village
Zone was originally prepared in draft form in April for the
Planning Commission. The draft was presented to the Planning
CommisSion on April 22, 1988. As a result of the comments
received, a complete re-write was presented to the Planning
Commission during a Study Session on June 27, 1988 and on
August 23, 1988, during a Public Hearing, the Planning
Commission heard and recommended the adoption of the Hearing
Draft as well as the adoption of the Negative Declaration
for sequel purposes, the text having no immediate impact on
the environment. Mr. Bower advised that adoption of the
text of the Village Zone was the only matter under
consideration as the Map will be considered in another
hearing.
Mr. Bower stated that the General Plan created a need for a
Commercial Village land use and is also the basic document
out of which the Zoning Ordinance has been created. The
Village Specific Plan created a need in the Zoning Ordinance
for a Commercial Village Zone and Residential Village Zone,
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a new parking section, a new design review section, and an
amendment of the map to create the two zones which will come
at a later date.
Mr. Bower then reviewed a small version of the general plan.
He further explained that the village Commercial was divided
by the Specific Plan and by the Zoning into four sub-zones;
the Core; the North Area, the South Area, and the area
around the Park in addition to the Residential village Areas
immediately to the east of the Core and a portion of the
South Zone, immediately to the west of the South Zone and
north to the Park Zone. The proposed zones give detail
regarding street alignments and parcels which reflect the
General Plan designations, the Specific Plan designations,
and as a natural outgrowth of zones. One change not
consistent with the General Plan was a change of the Park
from Commercial Zoning to R-1. The densities for
residential and RV 2800 are consistent with present zoning
and land use.
The text of the Zoning Ordinance follows the Specific Plan
and the General Plan very closely. The major parts to be
adopted are: the CV,' Commercial village Zone which is the
most important part of the text; the RV" Residential
village Zone; the Design Review chapter; and two minor
amendments to Plot Plan chapters. The idea in the zoning is
to take an acreage which exceeds market absorption for
garden variety commercial and to specialize these acreages
based on compatibility location, and traffic access.
Mr. Bower then mentioned some concerns raised regarding the
use of mixed commercial in the Park subzone. The
specialization which the Specific Plan proposes and which
the Zoning follows through with, allows it to be a special
version of commercial emphasizing food and personal services
with limited sales--If allowed to be zoned for general
commercial purposes, it would be in direct competition with
the Core area. Because the park is surrounded by
residential on three sides, the types of commercial uses
should be those most compatible with residential uses;
Another concern is in regards to the Core area; an objection
letter which was directed towards the format of the Design
Review Committee requesting not only a Technical Committee
but a broadly based citizen committee.
Council Member Cox questioned the legality of a Design
Review Committee. Mr. Bower agreed that there are specific
guidelines requiring experts in the field and the
composition of the board was brought before the Planning
CommiSSion for Design Review purposes and was then brought
before the Council.
The Planning Commission recommends that the Council concur
with the findings of the Environmental Assessment Resolution
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No. 88-015 that Environmental Assessment No. 88-094 finding
has no significant impact due to the adoption of the change
in the Ordinance. Also, adopt Ordinance amending La Quinta's
Municipal Code, Title 9, Planning and Zoning section by
inserting three new chapters and amending two chapters,
adopting the Commercial Village Zone, Residential Village
Zone, Design Review, and amending the two Plot Plan Chapters.
Chapters.
Council Members Cox and Sniff expressed their concerns
regarding this committee. Mr. Bower and Mr. Crump explained
that the Planning Commission was the ultimate decision
a) making body; this committee is a supplement to staff and
1) basically reviews and comments on designs which is directed
to the Planning CommiSsion and is then incorporated into the
staff report as one other reviewing body.
m The Mayor Pro-Tem declared the public hearing OPEN.
LETTERS OF CONCERN:
John D. Criste, Terra Nova Planning & Research, Inc.;
Donald C. Parker; Rubert Yessayian.
MARGARET MIELE, P. 0. Box 652, La Quinta, commented that the
property around the park is the most scenic commercial
property in the City. She advised before the City was
incorporated, the land was bought as general commercial.
Mrs. Miele feels the grandfather clause should protect
everyone and to change the zone would downgrade the property.
She suggested further discussions with the property owners
is advisable before Council takes action to avoid litigation.
RUPERT YESSAYIAN, P. 0. Box 251, La Quinta, representing
Donald Parker, advised a copy of his letter was left with
Mayor Hoyle at the Adjourned Council Meeting of September
20, 1988. Mr. Kiedrowski, City Manager, mentioned that he
believed Council received a copy of the letter in their
boxes, however, if not, a copy will be distributed in this
continued hearing.
JOHN CRISTE, 275 No. El Cielo, Palm Springs, Representative
for Terra Nova Planning & Research, Inc., mentioned that
they feel that the Specific Plan and the Zoning Ordinance is
a well drafted document and a good implementation to the
Specific Plan. Their only concern which is directly related
to their project is Section 9.90.071 E-8 regarding Vehicular
Access in the Core Subzone which conflicts with their plan
of a drop-off lane that would be parallel to the lanes of
Tampico with a landscape buffer for separation. Mr. Criste
advised they had no other concerns regarding the Ordinance.
Mayor Pro-Tem noted that a project has not been submitted by
Mr. Criste at this time.
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JOHN BUND, P. 0. Box 1575, La Quinta, advised that he was
standing before the Council as a citizen not as a
Commissioner. Mr. Bund is concerned about the rezoning of
the downtown village area R-3). He advised that he would
like to develop his land zoned as R-3 and for office space.
There has been too much confusion because the general
statements of the Village Development and Plan have not been
clearly stated. Mr. Bund would like to see the same
flexibility in the R-3 zoning area as in the original. The
people owning property in this area intend on having retail
spaces. Mr. Bund suggested placing limits on the number of
parking spaces of the owners' project sites which would be a
way of controlling the size of the development without
negating the possibility of the development.
LOUIE CAMPAGNA, P. 0. Box 1286, La Quinta, advised when he
was on a committee four years ago, the original plan was
commercial zoning extending between the Park and Tampico
bordered by Navarro and apartments on the other side which
was to be squared of f by commercial zoning. Mr. Campagna
advised that He and his wife purchased property
approximately a year ago on the corner of Tampico and
Navarro intending to relocate their pharmacy on their
property but under the proposed zoning this would not be
possible. He pointed out, with the exception of his
property, all property around him is zoned Commercial and
strongly feels his should also be zoned the same or
compensated.
AUDREY OSTROWSKY, P. 0. Box 351, La Quinta, representing
Frances Hack, advised that Frances may desire to have a
dress shop in her building and questioned the Council as to
the reasons why this would not be possible. She also
mentioned her concerns regarding restaurants next to the
residential area as it would invite drinking and parking
problems. She stated that Mr. Parker wanted his letter read
into the record.
RUPERT YESSAYIAN, P. 0. Box 251, La Quinta, advised that he
was representing the majority of the property owners around
the park. He stated that they feel the Village Plan is a
good plan and will help the entire area, however,
ramifications have developed which are detrimental to their
interests. Mr. Yessayian proceeded to read his letter into
the record. The property owners owning land for nearly
twenty years believe they should not be penalized by this
change in zone and feel they should be able to choose
whether to develop office space or not as it would be an
ideal area for the types of small shops needed in the
Village.
MARGARET MIELE, P. 0. Box 652, La Quinta, advised that
Frances Hack and Larry Cunningham were unable to attend the
Council meeting and expressed to her that they share the
same feelings as she.
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There being no one else wishing to speak, the hearing was
CLOSED.
COUNCIL COMMENT
Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the Mayor asked that his view be
expressed as he feels very strongly that area north of the
City Park between the street the Park is on and Tampico be
zoned commercial from Eisenhower to Bermudas. Mr.
Kiedrowski interpreted this to mean that he feels all the
land on that map noted as RV 280C should be included as a
commercial zone of some type.
a) In answer to Council Member Cox's question, Mr. Bower
ID clarified that the current zoning on that map is R-3 with
Cr) the exception of the dental office.
m Council Member Cox expressed her feelings regarding the
Design Review Committee. She is very concerned about design
review because the requirements basically state everything
having the same look which is prevalent in the desert. She
noted her love for variety and each building having their
own identity. Based upon the requirements for design
review, the Committee may tend to have the same thought
process and feels the Planning Commission may lean heavily
on their recommendations; therefore, is reluctant to start
one now.
Councilwoman Cox continued to express her reluctance in
changing the zoning of the Park area from commercial to
R-3. She stated further need of information from the
Planning Staff their reasons and the accomplishments their
desiring before commenting on Mr. Criste's concern.
In response to Councilwoman Cox, Mr. Crump advised that
Tampico will be a high volume street. To introduce traffic
mid-stream into Tampico may not be technically sound to have
that off-loading facility. If a project were advanced in
the future and this provision existed in the zoning, someone
who had the technical backup to justify could advance a
variance.
Mayor Pro-Tem also expressed his concern in working
something into an Ordinance based only on a proposed plan
and do not see that as sound.
In response to Council Member Bohnenberger 5 question
regarding currently allowed uses in an R-3 zone, Mr. Crump
advised that under the County zoning regulations adopted by
reference, it allows multi-family uses and a multitude of
non-residential uses, including offices. In devising those
land use categories, it was not meant to have all
non-residential activities previously allowed in County
zoning. In the future, R-3 zoning would be just
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residential, special multi-family uses, allowing art
oriented non-residential activities to occur.
Council Member Cox asked for an explanation of the concept
on Highway 111 regarding mixed use commercial. Mr. Crump
advised that as it exists in the general plan, the mixed use
commercial gives provision that 30% of a site which is 20
acres or larger may be used for non-commercial or
residential.
Council Member Sniff expressed that he was in total
agreement with those expressing their concerns regarding the
commercial use. He feels these people who have owned their
property for years with an expectation of being able to use
it for retail use should be entitle to do SO; therefore, is
unable to support this change of zone.
In regards to the area on Tampico, Council Member Sniff
advised he strongly feels that It is an extremely important
cross street and should be as much as possible zoned
commercial. He noted that it is not incompatible to have
commercial mixed in with R-3 and will support whatever
changes are necessary.
In response to John Bund's comments, Council Member Sniff
feels that the text has become extremely complex and
simplification is in order. He also advised that he will
not support the Design Review Committee because it is too
complicated with so many phases to it. The commercial
retail sales should not be limited to the Core.
Council Member Bohnenberger noted that he seemed to be the
only one in agreement with what the Planning CommissIon and
Staff had developed. He feels the Staff was successful in
implementing what was in the Specific Plan.
Regarding the Design Review Committee, Council Member
Bohnenberger feels the duties of the committee could be
simplified, however, the committee gives the City an
opportunity to draw on expertise that the City cannot afford
to have in-house. He would also like to see changed in the
hearing draft with reference to the parking area, shaded
parking to be reserved for customer parking. He pointed
out that the use of Eucalyptus in a pedestrian environment
would not be compatible because they become to big and drop
limbs unexpectedly and suggested a need for an alternative.
Council Member Bohnenberger agreed with the use of covered
trash containers and mentioned a few of his concerns in the
chart of the use groups in the hearing draft.
In answer to his concerns, Mr Crump advised food service
would only be allowed in the northern section as a
conditional use permit because there is more commercial
presently devoted in that area and restaurants need a
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special look; he also advised that the Public Assembly is in
reference to commercial around the park as the actual public
ownership land is in a residential zone.
Mayor Pro-Tern Pena advised that it is not his intention to
go forward with this plan. He advised that he disagrees
with the restaurant analysis in the north area and if there
is vehicle oriented buildings there it would provide parking
at night for commercial establishments. Mayor Pro-Tern also
concurs with Council Members Cox and Sniff regarding the
Design Review Committee. He feels that the Specific Plan
a) was well prepared, however, believes there is no urgency or
If) reason to rush into the plan.
Cr) Council discussed meeting with the Planning Commission for a
joint session. Council Member Bohnenberger mentioned that
m possibly several amendments to the Specific Plan will be
necessary and then suggested considering the individual
components and adopting portions of that which is
uncontested.
Mr. Kiedrowski suggested that Council may wish to continue
to a date certain or if future comment is desired, then the
public hearing should be continued and allow staff to set up
a date with the Planning CommiSSion. His recommendation is
to have the public hearing in a month and a joint meeting
within the next couple weeks with the Planning Commission
and Council allowing Staff after this meeting a couple of
weeks to prepare the new text.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff that this
matter be continued until the second meeting in November
giving Staff time to prepare the material for the joint
meeting with the Planning Commission at which time the new
Council will be sworn in.
Motion died for lack of second.
In answer to Council Member Bohnenberger, Mr. Crump advised
depending on the scope of the changes sought if it would be
advisable to continue this hearing until the second meeting
in October. Ample time should be allowed for public
viewing.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger,
seconded by Council Member Cox to continue this hearing
until the first meeting in November and schedule a joint
meeting of the Planning Commission and the City Council to
review and discuss the proposed Zoning Ordinance.
Council Member Sniff disagreed because Council would be in
session to discuss this matter on the night of the election.
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After Council discussed this matter, Council Members
Bohnenberger and Cox withdrew their motion.
MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger,
seconded by Council Member Cox to continue this hearing for
the second meeting in November and schedule a joint meeting
of the City Council and the Planning Commission as soon as
possible. Motion carried by following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Mayor Pro-Tem
Pena
NOES: Council Member Sniff
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle
MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-122.
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 No Report.
e. Planning Director No Report.
f. Public Works Director.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. REPORT ON STUDY OF GENERAL PLAN MEDIUM/HIGH DENSITY
CITY-WIDE.
This matter was carried over to the next meeting upon motion
by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member
Cox and carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-123.
2. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION ON THE
FOLLOWING:
1. AMENDED SPHERE OF INFLUENCE BOUNDARY AND ANNEXATION OF
45.64 ACRES LOCATED NORTH OF CURRENT BOUNDARY NORTH OF
FRED WARING DRIVE AND WEST OF ADAMS STREET STARLIGHT).
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2. ANNEXATION OF 291.6 ACRES LOCATED WITHIN THE CURRENT
SPHERE OF INFLUENCE SOUTH OF CURRENT BOUNDARY WEST OF
MADISON: ALONG BOTH SIDES OF AVENUE 58, ALONG THE EAST
SIDE OF JEFFERSON STREET EXTENDED FROM AVENUE 58
SOUTHWARD TO AVENUE 60; AND WEST OF MADISON STREET ALONG
THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENUE 60 TO JEFFERSON STREET EXTENDED.
Mr. Crump, Planning Director, presented staff report
advising that this concerns the two properties previously
considered for Sphere of Influence amendment on the 45.64
acres owned by Rick Johnson north of Fred Waring Drive and
a) West of Adams Street. It also concerns the property to the
ID south on both sides of Avenue 58 which consists of 291.6
Cr) acres including 76.01 acres which was petitioned by the
property owners and with the remainder being approximately
20 acres in private ownership which was not petitioned and
the balance in Federal ownership and rights-of-way.
Council Member Bohnenberger asked if the Kecks are involved
in the annexation or if they just adjoin an area of
annexation. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that it adjoins.
RESOLUTION NO. 88-115
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO SEEK AMENDMENT OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA'S SPHERE OF INFLUENCE AND ANNEX 45.64
ACRES OF PROPERTY NORTH OF THE CURRENT CORPORATE LIMITS, AND
DIRECTING THAT AN APPLICATION FOR THIS PURPOSE BE EXECUTED
AND FILED WITH THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION
COMMISSION.
It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council
Member Bohnenberger that Resolution No. 88-115 be adopted.
Passed by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor Pro
Tern Pena
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle
RESOLUTION NO. 88-116
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO SEEK ANNEXATION OF
291.6 ACRES OF PROPERTY SOUTH OF THE CURRENT CORPORATE
LIMITS AND DIRECTING THAT AN APPLICATION FOR THIS PURPOSE BE
EXECUTED AND FILED WITH THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY LOCAL AGENCY
FORMATION COMMISSION.
It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council
Member Bohnenberger that Resolution No. 88-116 be adopted.
Passed by the following vote:
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AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor Pro
Tern Pena
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle
3. SECOND READING OF 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 Cox, seconded by Council
Member Sniff that Ordinance No. 128 be adopted on second
reading. Passed by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor Pro
Tern Pena
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle
COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
a. C. V. Recreation and Park District. No report.
b. Planning Commission Minutes of August 23, 1988.
Noted and filed.
c. Palmer Cablevision Advisory Committee.
Mayor Pro Tern Pena abstained from this issue as he receives
more than $250 annually from Palmer CableVision. The gavel
was turned over to Council Member Bohnenberger.
PETE ZELLES, City's representative on the this Committee
addressed the Council reporting on a recent tour he went on
of the Cable Company's facilities from Banning to La
Quinta. One of the major problems appear to be lack of
coordination between Imperial Irrigation District and the
Cable Company, as often-times, the power is turned of f
without notifying the Cable Company. He reminded the
Council of the upcoming meeting on October 26th and urged
them to attend.
Mr. Kiedrowski advised that there is a need for a Closed Session
prior to adjournment.
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Mr. Brandt, City Attorney, advised that the purpose of the
Closed SesSion to discuss negotiations on Lots 101 and 102 on
Washington Street which are needed for right of way purposes.
At 9:45 M., it was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by
Council Member Sniff that Council adjourn to closed session to
discuss property negotiations. Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting reconvened to regular session at 9:50 P.M. with no
action being taken
a) There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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Respectfully submitted,
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SAUNDRA L. JUHbLA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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