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1988 11 15 CC Minutes! LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 15, 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 Mayor Hoyle moved that the meeting be adjourned. There being no second, the motion failed. At this time, the Mayor left the meeting and Mayor Pro Tern Pena assumed the gavel. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Mr. Kiedrowski, City Manager requested that Item No. 4 on the Consent Calendar be changed to Item No. 4 on the Business Session Agenda. PUBLIC COMMENT MARTIN BECK, P.O. Box 1043, reported on Red Ribbon Week activities and presented photos of the human billboard" made up of all the students at the elementary and middle schools spelling out the words L. Q. Says No To Drugs"; and advised that the Senior Center made up 2,000 red ribbons which were distributed throughout the City; and a banner was strung across Eisenhower stating La Quinta Says No To Drugs". He then thanked the Council for their cooperation in this effort. LARRY ALLEN, P.O. box 412, addressed the Council and congratulated John Pena on his election as Mayor; Dale Bohnenberger for his re-election and William Rushworth and Joyce Bosworth on their election. He also expressed his appreciation to Council Member Cox for her dedication to the City during the past six years. AUDREY MARSHMAN, 53-955 Avenida Velasco questioned the legality of this meeting and Mr. Brandt advised that the current Council is sworn and seated until the new Council is seated. COMMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBERS Council Member Bohnenberger introduced the two Council Members-Elect, William Rushworth and Joyce Bosworth. He also thanked all of the candidates for removing their political signs in a timely manner. He suggested that the City Manager set up a retreat for the Council and the City Manager to discuss priorities within the next month. BIB] 02-25-96-U01 12:39:06PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 15-U02 1988-U02 !City Council Minutes Page 2 November 15, 1988 PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. PUBLIC HEARING ON WEED ABATEMENTS/LOT CLEANING ASSESSMENTS FOR PLACEMENT ON 1989/90 PROPERTY TAX ROLL. Chavez, Patricia & Grace 774-252-012 $125.00 Lysianski, Victor & Linda 774-203-010 $125.00 and Charles Graham Mr. Hirdler, Community Safety Director, presented staff report, advising that the parcels hereinabove listed, have been cleaned. He recommended that the report of costs be accepted and that they be placed on the 1989/90 tax rolls. Notice of this hearing has been sent to each property owner and no written communications have been received. The Mayor Pro-Tern declared the public hearing open OPEN. There being no one wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED. RESOLUTION NO. 88-126 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA ASSESSING LIEN AND PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION ON TAX ROLLS ON CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR COSTS OF ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE. It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Cox that Resolution No. 88-126 be adopted. Passed by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor Pro-Tern Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle 2. CONTINUED 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. Crump recommended that this hearing be continued to December 6th so that the new members of the Council can be briefed in study session on December 5th. Following discussion, Council concurred on discussing this matter in study session on December 5th and to continue the public hearing to December 20th. MOTION It was so moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-144. BIB] 02-25-96-U01 12:39:06PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 15-U02 1988-U02 !City Council Minutes Page 3 November 15, 1988 3. PUBLIC HEARING ON CHANGE OF ZONE 88-034 AND TENTATIVE TRACT 23913 AND CONCURRENCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. 88-100 APPLICATION BY WALDON FINANCIAL CORPORATION CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-1-12,000 TO R-1 TO PERMIT THE SUBDIVISION OF APPROXIMATELY 33 ACRES INTO 116 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS NORTHEAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF MILES AVENUE AND ADAMS STREET. Mr. Crump presented staff report advising that the two issues involved here are a change of zone which deletes the minimum lot size requirement and a provision for a planned development; and secondly a tract map involving 33 acres to be subdivided into 116 single family lots. The location of subject property is northeast of the intersection of Miles Avenue and Adams Street. The Planning Commission has recommended that the Council approve the Change of Zone and Tentative Tract Map subject to the recommended conditions and that they concur with the Environmental Analysis. In a separate motion, the Commission recommended that park land dedication requirement be satisfied by payment of in-lieu fees. The Mayor Pro-Tem declared the public hearing OPEN. There being no one wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that the Council take up Ordinance No. 131 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 131 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP FOR THE CITY, BY REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY REFERRED TO IN CHANGE OF ZONE NO. 88-034 WALDON FINANCIAL CORPORATION). It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Cox that Ordinance No. 131 be introduced on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor Pro-Tem Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle RESOLUTION NO. 88-127 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ANNOUNCING FINDINGS CONFIRMING THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GRANTING APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 23913 TO ALLOW THE CREATION OF A LAND SALES SUBDIVISION ON A 33+ ACRE SITE. CASE NO. TT 23913 WALDON FINANCIAL CORPORATION) BIB] 02-25-96-U01 12:39:06PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 15-U02 1988-U02 !City Council Minutes Page 4 November 15, 1988 It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that Resolution No. 88-127 be adopted. Passed by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor Pro-Tern Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle 4 PUBLIC HEARING ON TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 23519 AND CONCURRENCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. 88-087 APPLICATION BY EDWARD & DEANNA ABRAMS FOR SUBDIVISION OF APPROXIMATELY 30 ACRES INTO 107 SINGLE FAMILY LOTS ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ADAMS AND MILES AVENUE Mr. Crump presented staff report advising that the application by Edward and Deanna Abrams is for subdivision of 30+acres located on the southeast corner of Adams and Miles Avenue Into 107 single family lots which will be a conventional subdivision with public streets. The Planning Commission recommended approval with a minor modification to a condition regarding street widths. In response to Council Member Bohnenberger, Mr. Crump advised that this tract will more than likely be sold to merchant builders. The Mayor Pro-Tern declared the public hearing OPEN. BOB SMITH, 77-770 East Way, Palm Springs, representing Mainero, Smith and Associates, advised that they concur with the recommendations of the Planning Commission. He added that they are looking for one developer to build the entire project. There being no one else wishing to speak, the hearing was CLOSED. RESOLUTION NO. 88-128 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. 23519 TO ALLOW THE CREATION OF A LAND SALES SUBDIVISION ON A 30+ ACRE SITE. It was moved by Council Member Sniff, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that Resolution No. 88-128 be adopted subject to the recommended conditions. AYES: Council Members Bohnenberger, Cox, Sniff, Mayor Pro-Tem Pena NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Mayor Hoyle BIB] 02-25-96-U01 12:39:06PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 15-U02 1988-U02 !City Council Minutes Page 5 November 15, 1988 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS a. City Manager Mr. Kiedrowski advised that on December 2nd, there will be an Operational and Executive Committee meeting of the California/Colorado/Arizona/Nevada Innovation Group, of which he is a member of the Board. He asked for Council's approval to attend. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox that this matter be placed on the agenda for consideration. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-145. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that the City Manager be authorized to travel out of state December 1 and 2. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-146. b. Assistant City Manager Council received financial report through October 1988. c. Administrative Services Director Mrs. Juhola advised that the County anticipates certifying the election by November 23rd. She suggested that the Council could either swear-in the new Council Members at the next regular meeting of December 6th or adjourn this meeting to November 29th. Mayor Pro-Tern Pena asked if there hasn't been discussion regarding delaying the effective date of the increase in the Transient Occupancy Tax and Mr. Kiedrowski noted that the hotels would like to have some advance notification of the effective date to make the adjustment the date of January 1st was previously discussed. This matter will be placed on the next agenda. Mrs. Juhola advised that PGA West can accommodate the City for the Volunteer Firemen's Appreciation Dinner on January 21st if that is agreeable with the Council. Council concurred. d. Community Safety Director Mr. Hirdler advised that the right-of-way cleaning is about 50% complete. The Don't Litter" signs are in and will be installed this week. BIB] 02-25-96-U01 12:39:06PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 15-U02 1988-U02 !City Council Minutes Page 6 November 15, 1988 Mr. Brandt, City Attorney, noted that the barking dog case has been resolved by the Court. The owner has been placed on probation for 1 year and must have the dog removed from the premises within three or four weeks. e. Planning Director Council received monthly activity report. Mr. Crump noted that all contractors are being advised of the newly adopted ordinance requiring dumpsters on all construction sites. f. Public Works Director Council received monthly activity report. Mr. Reynolds reported on the status of Eisenhower and the problem the contractor has had with the asphalt. He noted that the liquidated damages clause has been implemented effective November 1, 1988. BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF APPROPRIATION FOR CONSULTANT STUDY OF LA QUINTA COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL. Mr. Crump advised that there is a need to look at marketing potential for commercial development within the Village; Highway 111 and Washington Street north of Highway 111. It involves a City needs analysis and an application for a General Plan Amendment that has been submitted by Mr. Spanos. The proposal is $18,000. The applicant, Spanos) will be billed $4,500 of that amount. Council Member Sniff questioned the value of the study to the City and Mr. Crump advised that the information is needed to confirm the Highway 111 area marketing strategy that is developing as part of the specific plan work. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that the City Manager be authorized to transfer a sum of $13,500 from the contingency account and/or other accounts where uncommitted funds have been identified) to the Planning and Development Account for contract serviceslprofessional"; and that the City Manager be authorized to enter into a contract for a market study as proposed with Agajanian and Associates. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-147. BIB] 02-25-96-U01 12:39:06PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 15-U02 1988-U02 !City Council Minutes page 7 November 15, 1988 2. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH KICAK AND ASSOCIATES FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR PHASE II OF COVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director, advised that Phase I plans are nearly completed and staff will be calling for bids on January 3rd. He believes that the timing is such that Phase II should begin. Kicak and Assoc. has done an outstanding job. Therefore, he recommended that authorization be given to enter into an agreement with Kicak and Assoc. for engineering services for Phase II of the Cove Improvement Project. Mr. Kiedrowski reported on the status of the bonds advising that we should know by November 22nd if we are going to go with a combined issue re-issuing the $20 million and the new $8 million for the cove work). In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Kiedrowski advised that the City will be reimbursed costs by the Redevelopment Agency during this fiscal year. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger that authorization be given to enter into an agreement with Kicak and Assoc. for engineering services for Phase II of the Cove Improvement Project at a cost not to exceed $160,000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-148. 3. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH KICAK AND ASSOCIATES FOR ASSESSMENT ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR PHASE II OF THE COVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director, advised that the contract for assessment engineering services for Phase II of the Cove Improvement Project relates to the sewer and gas engineering work. Phase I covered the area of Tecate to Madrid and Phase II covers the area from Madrid to Colima. In order to meet the deadline for getting assessments on the 1989-90 tax roll, it would be prudent to get design on the proposed improvements underway as soon as possible. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Sniff that authorization be given to enter into an agreement with Kicak and Associates for assessment engineering services at a cost not to exceed $40,000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-149. BIB] 02-25-96-U01 12:39:06PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 15-U02 1988-U02 !City Council Minutes Page 8 November 15, 1988 4. APPROVAL OF FINAL TRACT MAP 21555 PARC LA QUINTA WASHINGTON STREET NORTH OF AVENUE 50 APPLICANT: BARCON DEVELOPMENT. Mr. Reynolds, Public Works Director, advised that this tract fronts on Washington Street with a set-back area which will contain a retention area for surface drainage, partially from the project itself and drainage from Washington Street. Therefore, it was necessary to work with the developer to get a declaration of dedication so that the water coming of f of Washington Street can be handled in these retention basins. Mr. Brandt advised that in order to protect the City, an easement is necessary. It calls for the property to be maintained and controlled by the Homeowners' Association. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox that Final Map 21555 be approved and that the subdivision improvement agreement be approved and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign same. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-150. CONSENT ITEMS 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 1, NOVEMBER 3, NOVEMBER 8, AND NOVEMBER 9, 1988. 3. APPROVAL OF TIME EXTENSION FOR TENTATIVE TRACT 21123 APPLICANT: LANDMARK LAND CO. DUNA LA QUINTA SPECIFIC PLAN. 5. AUTHORIZATION TO RELEASE LETTERS OF CREDIT ASSURING PERFORMANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $99,000 TRACT NO. 18765-2 SANTA ROSA COVE. 6. AUTHORIZATION TO RELEASE PERFORMANCE BONDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $355,915.00 TRACT NO. 18765-1 SANTA ROSA COVE. 7. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF STREETS NOVEMBER 25 NOVEMBER 27 FOR THE SKINS GAME AT PGA WEST. 8. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF STREETS ON DECEMBER 4 FOR LA QUINTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 10-K RUN. 9. APPROVAL OF WAIVER OF FEES FOR LA QUINTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 10-K RUN. 10. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO BERNIE GORDON FOR HIS YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE LA QUINTA VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY. MOTION It was moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Sniff that Consent Items 1 through 3 and 5 through 10 be approved as recommended with Items No. 1, 3, 7, 8 & 10 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 88-129, 88-130, 88-131 & 88-132 respectively. MINUTE ORDER NO. 88-151. BIB] 02-25-96-U01 12:39:06PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 15-U02 1988-U02 !City Council Minutes Page 9 November 15, 1988 COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS a. C. V. Recreation & Park District No Report b. Planning Commi?sion Minutes October 25, 1988. Noted and filed. c. Community Service Commission Minutes of October 31, 1988. Noted and filed. d. Palmer CableVision Advisory Committee Council Member Pena abstained from this matter as his family receives more than $250 annually from Palmer CableVision. Mr. Pete Zelles advised that a survey form will be placed in the next City newsletter to get input from the residents as to their feelings about the cable service. At 8:30 F.M., the meeting was adjourned upon motion by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Cox and carried. UNDRA L. J HO City Clerk City of La Quinta, California BIB] 02-25-96-U01 12:39:06PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 11-U02 15-U02 1988-U02