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1983 04 19 CC Minutes% MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF LA QUINTA A regular meeting of the City Council held at La Quinta City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER April 19, 1983 7:30 p.m. A. The flag salute was led by Mayor Baier. B. Mayor Baier called upon Father Ryan to administer an Invocation, and welcomed clergy of all faiths and interested persons to administer the Invocation at future Council meetings. Since Father Ryan was not present, the Invocation was presented by Mr. Martin Beck. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Allen, Cox, Henderson, Wolff and Mayor Baier. Absent: None. 3. PUBLIC COMMENT The Mayor stated that he would ask Mayor Pro Tern Henderson to chair the Public Comment portion of the meeting since much of the public comment would relate to him. Mayor Pro Tern Henderson explained that the Public Comment section would begin with a *`Statement by the Mayor", followed by a resolution of the City Council, after which the meeting would be open to Public Comment. Mayor Baier read a prepared statement of apology for controversial remarks made following the last Council meeting held April 5, 1983. RESOLUTION No. 83-21. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ThE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, STATING ITS POLICY WITH RESPECT TO NONDISCRIMINATION. Moved by Council Member Allen, seconded by Council Member Cox, to adopt Resolution No. 83-21. Unanimously adopted by roll call vote. Mayor Pro Tern Henderson opened the meeting to public comment, and indicated that this time was set aside for citizens to address the City Council on matters relating to City business. He explained that a three minute time limit on comments would be enforced. Comment was heard from the following persons in reference to controversial remarks made by Mayor Baier following the last City Council meeting, held April 5, 1983: 1. Ben Fonseca 8. Cameron Marshman 11002 Galax Street 53-955 Avenida Velasco South El Monte, CA. 91733 La Quinta, California 92253 2. Ed Franco 9. Tom Pina 53-260 Avenida Carranza 77-400 Calle Arroba La Quinta, California 92253 La Quinta, California 92253 3. Eddie Hernandez 10. James W. Rea P.O. Box 146 53-801 Avenida Alvarado La Quinta, California 92253 La Quinta, California 92253 BIB] 03-15-96-U01 09:36:01AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 19-U02 1983-U02 %MINUTES City Council April 19, 1983 Page 2. 4. Tony Hernandez 11. Chris Silva 69-940 Papaya 83-931 Indio Boulevard Cathedral City, California Indjo, California 92201 5. Sybil Jaffy 12. Kay Wolff 46-410 Cameo Palms Drive Box 1016 La Quinta, California 92253 La Quinta, California 92253 6. Raul Loya 13. Audrey Ostrowsky 81-460 Sirocco Street 77-400 Calle Sinaba Indio, California 92201 La Quinta, California 92253 7. Sam Maestas 14. Joe Connors 81-840 Avenida Del Mar 77-545 Calle Arroba Indio, California 92201 La Quinta, California 92253 14. Dave Sereno 56-120 Avenida Diaz La Quinta, California 92253 15. stanley Sniff 52-150 Avenida Madero La Quinta, California 92253 16. Miguel Hurtado 17. Daniel C. Morales 81-377 Palo Verde Drive Indio, California 92201 There being no further public comment, Mayor Pro Tern closed the public comment section of the meeting. 4. WRITTEN C0?ICATI0NS 1. A communication from the Coachella Valley Mexican American Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 1874, Indio, California, expressing outrage and unhappiness regarding derogatory Comments by Mayor Baier, and requests a public apology to the Mexican American community and to the residents of La Quinta. 2. A communication from the President of the La Quinta Property Owners Associa- tion, indicating action of the Board of Directors of the Association, requesting the resignation of the Mayor and supporting a proposal that the Mayor be elected by popular vote at the next possible election. A second communication was received from the President of the La Quinta Property Owners Association clarifying errors relative to the reporting of the meeting in which the Association was reported as taking the above actions. 3. Two additional letters were received relative to action taken by the La Quinta Property Owners Association: Marilyn J. Knecht and James Montgomery, members of the La Quinta Property Owners Association, expressing unhappiness and dissatisfaction with the action of the Board of Directors. BIB] 03-15-96-U01 09:36:01AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 19-U02 1983-U02 %MINUTES City Council April 19, 1983 Page 3. 4. A communication, with attached petition, from Jeannie N. Waidron, expressing dissatisfaction relative to the plans to develop a mandatory refuse collection service. 5. CONMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBERS A. Council Member Allen commented relative to prejudice and discrimination, and supported action taken by the Council relative to nondiscrimination. He also thanked Stanley Sniff regarding his participation in securing factual public input relative to the Southern California Water Company rate increase request. B. Council Member Cox discussed recent controversy regarding controversial remarks made by Mayor Baier. C. Council Member Henderson also addressed his remarks to the issue of comments made by Mayor Baier, and called for all groups to work together in the future. D. Council Member Wolff expressed concern regarding Mayor Baier's recent derogatory remarks relative to Mexican-Americans and lack of a more accomodating location. for the meeting to enable seating for all participants. E. Mayor Baier reiterated his apology to all Mexican-Americans, and expressed hope that everyone work together with mutual understanding and respect. The Mayor stated that the Council would adjourn fora five minute recess. The meeting was reconvened at approximately 9:05 p.m. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. The City Manager introduced a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Municipal Land Use Ordinance No. 348, regarding home occupations. He then called upon Sandra Bonner, Associate Planner, to present the Planning Commission report. Ms. Bonner stated that the proposed amendment to the Municipal Land Use Ordinance was heard by the Planning Commission at their April 12, 1983, meeting, whereby the Commission agreed with the intent and content of the proposal and voted unanimously to recommend approval and adoption of the ordinance amendment. It was the Planning Commission's recommendation that the City Council approve and adopt the proposed amendment of Section 21.36 and the addition of Section 18.42 to the Municipal Lane Use Ordinance No. 348, based on the staff report findings and in accordance with *?Exhibit A". The Mayor opened the hearing to public comment. Comment was heard from the following: 1. Charles Soffer 51-575 Avenue El Dorado La Quinta, California There being no further public comment, the Mayor closed the public hearing. BIB] 03-15-96-U01 09:36:01AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 19-U02 1983-U02 %MINUTES City Council April 19, 1983 Paqe 4 The City Manager read the title of the proposed ordinance, as follows: PROPOSED ORDINANCE. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ANENDING ThE CITY? S ZONING ORDINANCE BY ADDING ThERETO REGULATIONS RELATING TO HOME OCCUPATIONS. Moved by Council Member Wolff, seconded by Council Member Allen, to waive further reading and introduce the proposed Ordinance. Unanimously adopted. B. The City Manager introduced a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the Municipal Land Use Ordinance No. 348, regarding height and setback requirements for walls and fences. The City Manager explained that during the previous day's study session, it was decided that the City Council should conduct a field trip throughout the City to actually view the types of walls and fences being built, and impact of these structures on future planning. He stated that the Council believes this item should be continued pending further study, but the hearing will be opened for public comment. The Mayor opened the hearing to public comment. Comment was heard from the following citizens: 1. Audrey Ostrowsky 3. Charles Soffer 77-400 Calle Sinaba 51-575 Avenue El Dorado La Quinta, California 92253 La Quinta, California 92253 2. Paul rway 77-395 Calle Durango La Quinta, California 92253 There being no further public comment, the Mayor closed the public hearing. The City Manager requested a motion to continue the public hearing to the next regular City Council meeting at 7:30 p.m. Moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Allen, to continue the public hearing to the Council meeting of May 17, 1983, at 7:30 p.m. Unanimously adopted. C. The City Manager introduced a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the Municipal Land Use Ordinance No. 348 regarding temporary use of recreational vehicles and trailers within the City. He then called upon Sandra Bonner, Associate Planner, to present the Planning Commission report. Ms. Bonner explained the proposed amendment, and stated that the Planning Commission had voted unanimously to approve the proposed ordinance amendment. She also reported that at its Study Session, the City Council had asked that under Section 18.41 5) the inaximum period of 14 consecutive days be amended to read *?45 days". It was the Planning Commission s recommendation that the City Council approve and adopt the proposed amendment, in accordance with staff findings and Exhibit A". BIB] 03-15-96-U01 09:36:01AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 19-U02 1983-U02 %flNUTES City Council April 19, 1983 Page The Mayor opened the public hearing to public comment. There being no comment from the public, he then closed the public hearing. The City Manager read the title of the proposed ordinance, as follows: PROPOSED ORDINANCE: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AME?ING THE CITY'S ZONING ORDINANCE BY ADDING THERETO REGULATIONS RELATING TO HABITATION OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES. Moved by Council Member Henderson, seconded by Council Member Cox, to waive further reading and introduce the proposed Ordinance, changing Section 18.41, Subsection a) 5) to read A vehicle may remain at a residence not to exceed 45 days within any 12 month period'?. Unanimously adopted. The City Manager explained that this ordinance will be held for second reading until the City Council meeting of May 17, 1983, to allow the Planning Commission adequate time to review the proposed change and report back to the City Council. 7. CONSENT CALENDAR Moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Wolff, to approve the Consent Calendar. Unanimously adopted by roll call vote. A. The Minutes of the City Council meeting of April 5, 1983, were approved as submitted. B. RESOLUTION NO. 83-22. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEMANDS. 8. BUSINESS SESSION A. The City Manager presented a report from the Community Safety Coordinator regarding a preliminary study relative to paramedic services in La Quinta. He stated that this is an informational report at this time. Subsequent to discussion during the Study Session, Mayor Baier appointed Council Members Cox and Allen to serve on a paramedic study committee. Moved by Council Member Henderson, seconded by Council Member Wolff, to appoint Council Members Cox and Allen to serve on a paramedic study committee. Unanimously adopted. B. RESOLUTION NO. 83-23. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 82-18, DESIGNATING SECURITY PACIFIC NATIONAL BANK AS AN AUThORIZED DEPOSITORY FOR CITY FUNDS AND DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES. Moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Allen, to adopt Resolution No. 83-23. Unanimously adopted. C. The City Manager presented a report regarding a final version of the SunLine Joint Powers Agreement, comprised primarily of *?technical language changes". Moved by Council Member Cox, seconded by Council Member Allen, to approve the first amendment to the Joint Powers Transportation Agency Agreement among the SunLine Transit Agency, the City of La Quinta and other participating agencies, and to authorize Mayor Pro Tem Henderson to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City of La Quinta. Unanimously adopted. BIB] 03-15-96-U01 09:36:01AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 19-U02 1983-U02 %MINUTES City Council April L9, 1983 Page 6 D. Council Member Wolff requested the establishment of a Human Relations Commission to deal with intergroup problems, and along lines of the resolution adopted tonight. Moved by Council Member Wolff, seconded by Council Member Cox, to direct the City Manager to prepare plans for establishment of a Human Relations Commission or Committee, and to authorize Council Member Wolff to work on this Committee. Unanimously adopted 9. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Council Member Wolff, seconded by Council Member Cox, to adjourn. The regular meeting of the City Council was adjourned at 9:43 p.m., Tuesday, April 19, 1983, at City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta, California BIB] 03-15-96-U01 09:36:01AM-U01 CCMIN-U02 04-U02 19-U02 1983-U02