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CITY COUNCIL CITY OF LA QUINTA
A regular meeting of the City Council
held at City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado,
La Quinta, California.
January 15, 1985 7:30 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Cox called the La Quinta City Council meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
A. The flag salute was led by Kevin Manning.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Council Members Allen, Bohnenberger, Pena, Wolff and Mayor Cox.
Absent: None.
Also Present: City Manager Usher, City Attorney Longtin, Administrative Services
Coordinator Jennings, Community Development Director Stevens, Acting
Community Safety Coordinator Hirdler.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
The Mayor announced that this time was set aside for citizens to address the
Council on matters relating to City business, and reminded those present that a
three 3) minute time limit on comments would be enforced. Comments were heard
from the following persons:
A. Johnny Azhderian, 53-335 Avenida Carranza, La Quinta, expressed concern regarding
recent rent hikes he had received, and questioned the Council as to whether they
would be considering rent control measures in the immediate future.
Mayor Cox stated that the issue of rent control had not come before the City
Council previously, but that it would be possible for the Council to consider
this matter in the future.
4. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
A. The City Manager presented a communication from Arlene Turi regarding the fencing
at La Quinta Golf Estates, along with a draft reply which had been prepared by
Community Development Director Stevens in response to Mrs. Turis concerns.
Mr. Usher explained that in addition to Mrs. Tuns letter, the City had
received letters from Mr. Fred Rice and James D. Wiltse regarding the same
matter.
The Community Development Director explained that each of the letters submitted
relate to an application request submitted by the La Quinta Golf Estates Association
for fencing and related improvements at that project. He stated that this applica
had been submitted by the Board of Directors of the La Quinta Golf Estates Associa-
tion last Thursday afternoon, and that Staff was in the process of reviewing the
application relative to recommendations Staff would make, method used for processing
the application, and notification procedures associated with the process. He
further explained that it was anticipated that this review would be concluded
within the next several days.
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Mr. Stevens further explained that this application was being processed under an
exception to a moratorium ordinance adopted several months ago by the Council, and
which allows the City discretionary review over such applications pending develop-
ment of a Code amendment which would establish firm standards. Mr. Stevens stated
that there were three 3) issues involved: design and location of the proposed
fence; and internal disagreements which have occurred within the Homeowner 5
Association. He explained that the City will process the application as submitted,
and will consider comments in letters received in the Staff report and recommendation
Mayor Cox asked if any members of the audience wished to comment on the above matter.
Comments were heard from the following persons:
1) Fred Rice, P.O. Box 643, La Quinta, expressed additional concerns relative to
location of a proposed gate at Coachella Drive, and stated that due to a
curve in this area of Eisenhower Drive, felt it much safer to locate the gate
on Avenida Fernando, at the entrance to Club La Quinta. Mr. Rice also
expressed concerns regarding design of the fence, and stated that he would
prefer a fence of wrought iron or stucco, similar to other fences in this area.
2) E. J. OConnell, P.O. Box 1433, La Quinta, apologized for the amount of time
this issue has taken before the Council, and explained that the La Quinta
Golf Estates Association had hired an attorney, George Wakefield, and that
Mr. Wakefield had advised the Association that action they have taken
to date have been according to the CC & Rs. Mr. O'Connell explained that
the Board of Directors of the Association had submitted to the Planning
Commission plans for a proposed fence. Mr. O'Connell stated that if Mr. Rice
had an objection to the proposed location of a gate, the matter should be
decided by the City, and stated that the Association was willing to do whateve
would be required to make the Estates a safer and better place to live, and
that the proposed fence was a first phase towards security in their area.
3) Erla Lee, 48-551 San Pedro, La Quinta, stated that she had not been allowed
to vote on this matter, and would be excluded from the fenced area. Mrs. Lee
stated that she felt all Association members should have been allowed to vote,
and that they should all benefit from the security fencing.
4) Arlene Turi, 48-800 Avenida Fernando, La Quinta, stated that there are 165
members of the La Quinta Golf Estates Association, of which only 103 voted on
this matter. Mrs. Turi stated that all members should be allowed to vote,
and that security fencing should benefit all members. Mrs. Turi questioned
that if the proposed fencing was of a temporary nature, when would it be
dismantled, and stated that she was unwilling to grant an easement across
her property for this purpose.
5) Morgan Ward, 48-800 San Pedro, La Quinta, stated that the La Quinta Golf
Estates Association had unified, and he was happy to see the Committee which
had been formed to accomplish the fencing and gating of their area. He stated
that the Association majority had voted to seek professional help to further
the security issue, and that they would keep the City posted on progress in
this regard.
The City Manager stated that since this issue was to come before the Planning Commissi
in the near future, it would be inappropriate for Council comment at this time. He
explained that the information would be forwarded to the Commission, and that it would
be appropriate for the Council to become involved if the matter were to come before
them in the future.
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B. The City Manager presented a report regarding a communication received from
Kenneth Meberg, Superintendent of the Desert Sands School District, summarizing
his remarks made at the Council's study session held January 14, 1985, regarding
the extension of Adams Street and impact on the proposed school site at the
location of Avenue 50 and Adams Street. The letter was read by the City Manager
in its entirety to the Council and audience.
C. The City Manager explained that at the previous day?s study session, Mr. Jacques
Abels, the City's representative on the Coachella Valley Recreation and Park
District, had appeared before the Council and requested a resolution supporting
a grant application by the District for a swirmiing pool in La Quinta. Mr. Abels
had reported that grant possibilities were being explored, but the District was
not willing to maintain the facility.. that would be left up to the City.
The City Manager reported that pursuant to Mr. Abel's presentation, the following
proposed Resolution had been prepared for the Council's consideration:
RESOLUTION NO. 85-1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING A GRANT
APPLICATION BY THE COACHELLA VALLEY RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT FOR CONSTRUCTION
OF A SWIMMING POOL IN THE CITY OF LA QUINTA.
It was moved by Council Member Allen, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger,
to adopt Resolution No. 85-1. Unanimously adopted.
Council Member Wolff recommended that the City contact Dr. Meberg, Superintendent
of Desert Sands Unified School District, and request a letter from the District
that they would be interested in supporting a swimming pool if constructed, and
that such a letter would be helpful to the District's grant application.
5. COMMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
A. Council Member Pena moved, seconded by Council Member Allen, to move the time of
Council meetings from 7:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. After discussion, wherein other
Council members indicated it would be difficult to attend to family matters and
arrive at the meetings by 7:00 p.m., Council Member Pena withdrew the motion and
Council Member Allen withdrew his second.
B. Council Member Wolff stated that he was extremely pleased to see several agencies
voluntarily cooperating for the construction of a swimming pool facility in
La Quinta, and reported that he was hopeful that the current initiative petition
would rot damage this cooperative effort.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
Moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Wolff, to adopt the
Consent Calendar.
A. The Minutes of a regular meeting of a City Council meeting held December 18, 1984,
were approved as submitted. Unanimously adopted by roll call vote.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 85-2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEMANDS.
7. HEARINGS
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8. BUSINESS SESSION
A. The City Manager introduced a report regarding the following proposed Ordinance
for introduction:
PROPOSED ORDINANCE. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING TITLE
8 ENTITLED BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION", REPEALING EXISTING BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION,
AND ADOPTING, BY REFERENCE, VARIOUS UNIFORM BUILDING CODES, 1982 EDITION.
The City Manager asked the Community Development Director to present the Staff
report. The Community Development Director explained that the proposed Ordinance
was intended to adopt a group of uniform Codes that are dated 1982. He further
explained that this action was mandated by State law, and that the State had adopted
these Codes within the last two months. Mr. Stevens explained that the proposed
Ordinance was in draft form, and that the City would adopt the Codes substantially
in tact, making the changes necessary to comply with City procedures and Code.
Mr. Stevens recommended that Council introduce the proposed Ordinance, and set a
public hearing date on the final reading of the Ordinance for February 5, 1985.
It was moved by Council Member Wolff, seconded by Council Member Allen, to waive
further reading and introduce the proposed Ordinance. Unanimously adopted.
It was further moved by Council Member Allen, seconded by Council Member Pena,
to set the date for a public hearing regarding adoption of 1982 Uniform Codes
for February 5, 1985. Unanimously adopted.
B. The City Manager presented a report regarding a proposed Ordinance which would
establish a Community Services Commission, and stated that he had checked with
the cities of Cerritos, Cathedral City and Palm Springs relative to their
experience involving community services commissions. As a result of his
discussion with these cities, Mr. Usher stated that he was recommending an
additional staff position to assist the commission if it was created, and would
furnish the Council with complete costs at their budget review session if they
determined to create the Commission. Mr. Usher read the title of the proposed
Ordinance, as follows:
PROPOSED ORDINANCE. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING A COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION.
After discussion, it was moved by Council Member Wolff, seconded by Council
Member Pena, to waive further reading and introduce the proposed Ordinance,
amending the number of members of the Commission to seven 7). Unanimously
adopted.
C. The City Manager presented a report regarding the location, possible design and
estimated cost of a community center and swimming pool. and explained that
projected costs for a building of 6,750 square feet would cost approximately
$800,000, which included land cost, design and construction, furnishing and
equipment, landscaping and parking. The City Manager stated that this informa-
was provided for Council information, and that the Council should begin thinking
about an appropriate location for such a facility, and begin planning for its
construction. The City Manager suggested several possible sites, including the
La Quinta Park, or a civic center-type complex.
Mr. Usher also presented estimated costs on a swimming and wading pool, and
stated that the approximate cost would be $910,000.00. He suggested the City
explore grant possibilities with C.V. Recreation and Park District for its
construction, with maintenance costs between $35,000 $100,000 per year,
depending upon the length of the swimming season.
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D. The City Manager presented a report regarding a proposed Resolution regarding
a street vacation, as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 85-3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS
INTENTION TO VACATE HATAJO DRIVE AND CERTAIN PORTIONS OF AIRPORT BOULEVARD.
The Community Development Director presented a report, and explained that the
resolution would set a public hearing for February 5, 1985, subject to said
street vacation.
Moved by Council Member Allen, seconded by Council Member Bohnenberger, to
adopt Resolution No. 85-3. Unanimously adopted.
E. The City Manager presented a report regarding Notice of Completion City Project
No. 84-5, Resurfacing of Calle Tampico, Between Avenidas Bermudas and Navarro,
and explained that this project had been completed to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer, and was now ready to be released. The City Manager recommended
the Council authorize filing of the Notice of Completion for City Project 84-5
with the Riverside County Recorder's Office.
Moved by Council Member Bohnenberger, seconded by Council Member Wolff, to
authorize and direct the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for work
associated with City Project No. 84-5, Resurfacing of Calle Tampico, with the
Riverside County Recorder's Office. Unanimously adopted.
F. The City Manager presented a report regarding a City Information Systems Needs
Analysis, and stated that proposals from three firms had been received, with one
firm failing to respond. Mr. Usher explained that in reviewing the proposals
for service, he had determined that Tug Tamaru, Inc., was best qualified, and
had submitted the most complete proposal. He stated that he had selected
Mr. Tamaru to perform initial study services relative to computerization of
City Hall. The City Manager further explained that subsequent aspects of
service relating to Mr. Tamaru's proposal, Phases II through III would be
reported to the Council as the work proceeded, but that only Phase I was being
accepted at the present time, at a cost of $2,800.00.
G. The City Manager presented a report from the Administrative Services Coordinator
regarding a proposed lease agreement between the City and Mr. Lee Wiggins, for
property located at 78-099 Calle Estado.
The Administrative Services Coordinator further explained that Staff has been
in the process of negotiating a lease agreement for property located at 78-099
Calle Estado, and that agreement had been reached with Mr. Wiggins for a lease
of $150.00 per month. Ms. Jennings stated that this property will be improved
and used by the City for office space, to house the Community Development
Department, Building & Safety Department and Engineering. Ms. Jennings recommended
Council approval of the Lease Agreement between the City and Mr. Lee Wiggins, at
a cost of $150.00 per month, from January 16, 1985, through November 30, 1987.
Moved by Council Member Wolff, seconded by Council Member Allen, to approve a
Lease Agreement with Mr. Lee Wiggins, for property located at 78-099 Calle Estado,
from January 16, 1985, through November 30, 1987, at a cost of $150.00 per month.
Unanimously adopted.
H. Council Member Allen questioned a scheduled public hearing to be held in the
near future relative to a proposed takeover of Southern California Water Company
by Coachella Valley Water District. Council Member Bohnenberger explained that
the hearing was scheduled for February 12, 1985, at 1:30 p.m., at the C.V.W.D.
offices in Coachella.
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I. Council Member Wolff discussed recent traffic disruption along Washington Street
and Eisenhower Drive, and explained that Mayor Cox had sent a letter to the
developer of the Laguna de la Paz project, Mervin Johnson, requesting a time line
for final completion of the roadways.
9. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Allen, seconded by Council Member Wolff, to adjourn to an
Executive Session following the Redevelopment Agency meeting, for the purpose of
discussing possible litigation.
The regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council held Tuesday, January 15, 1985,
was adjourned at 8:38 p?m., at City Hall, 78-105 Calle Estado, La Quinta, California,
to a study session to be held Saturday, January 19, 1985, at 9:00 a.m., at City Hall,
for a mid-year budget review session.
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