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2000 10 17 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 17, 2000 A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 2:00 p.m. by Mayor Pe~a. PRESENT: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pe~a ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENT - None CLOSED SESSION 1. Conference with City's real property negotiator, Mark Weiss, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 concerning potential terms and conditions of acquisition of real property located on the southeast corner of Highway 111 and La Quinta Center Drive (APN 649-030-050). Property owner/negotiator: Stamko Development Company. 2. Conference with City's real property negotiator, Chris A. Vogt, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 concerning potential terms and conditions of acquisitions and/or disposition of real property located on the southeast corner of Highway 111 and Washington Street (APN 604-050-011 ). Property owner/negotiator: Dave Milner, Fairway Outdoor Advertising. 3. Conference with labor negotiators Ski Harrison, Mark Weiss, and John Ruiz regarding negotiations with the La Quinta City Employees Association pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 - Meet and Confer Process. Council recessed to Closed Session to and until the hour of 3:00 p.m. 3:00 P.M. The City Council meeting reconvened with no decisions being made in Closed Session which require reporting pursuant to Section 54957.1 of the Government Code (Brown Act). Mayor Pe~a led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. City Council Minutes 2 October 17, 2000 PUBLIC COMMENT Patricia Duarte, 53-400 Avenida Carranza, submitted a petition with 580 signatures requesting installation of 400 feet of sidewalk along Park Avenue leading into the La Quinta Middle and Truman Elementary Schools. Mayor Pe~a explained the City is willing to move forward as soon as the School District resolves their circulation concerns in that corridor. He encouraged her to voice this concern at the School Board meeting. Council Member Henderson noted she has previously suggested appointing a Council Member to participate in an ad-hoc committee with the School District where issues of this nature could be discussed. Mayor Pe~a noted there are other issues as well, such as shared use of the Sports Complex or other facilities, that could be discussed through an ad-hoc committee or meeting with the School Board. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - Confirmed ANNOUNCEMENTS - None PRESENTATIONS - None WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE 1. LETTER FROM THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY REQUESTING VOLUNTEER PARTICIPATION FOR THEIR PUMPKIN PATCH TO BE HELD OCTOBER 20-30, 2000. Lucia Moran, P. O. Box 1305, encouraged volunteer participation in their Pumpkin Patch event. 2. LETTER FROM THE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REQUESTING THE APPEARANCE OF THE CITY'S GAMBY MASCOT AT THEIR CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2000. City Manager Genovese recommended Gamby's participation be funded by the City as opposed to the Automobile Club and suggested drafting a policy for future Gamby appearances that are not budgeted. Council concurred. City Council Minutes 3 October 17, 2000 At the suggestion of Council Member Henderson, Council concurred to direct staff to agendize a letter requesting funding assistance from the Coachella Valley Arts Alliance for November 7, 2000. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the City Council Minutes of September 26, 2000, as submitted. Mayor Pe~a requested a spelling error be corrected. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to approve the City Council Minutes of October 3, 2000, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Pe~a requested Item No. 12 be pulled for separate action. Council Member Henderson spoke regarding Item No. 6 and expressed appreciation for the project being completed. In response to Council Member Adolph, Public Works Director Vogt confirmed the Calle Rondo project is complete except for the landscaping which is separate from this contract. 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED OCTOBER 17, 2000. 2. TRANSMITTAL OF REVENUE AND EXPENDITURES REPORT DATED AUGUST 31, 2000. 3. TRANSMITTAL OF TREASURER'S REPORT DATED AUGUST 31, 2000. 4. APPROVAL OF FISCAL YEAR 1999/2000 CITY OF LA QUINTA ART IN PUBLIC PLACES ANNUAL REPORT. 5. APPROVAL OF FISCAL YEAR 1999/2000 CITY OF LA QUINTA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT FEE REPORT. -- 6. ACCEPTANCE OF CALLE RONDO CHANNEL DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 98-11. City Council Minutes 4 October 17, 2000 7. APPROVAL OF A REQUEST BY THE CALIFORNIA REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD TO UTILIZE THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON JANUARY 17, MARCH 14, MAY 9, JUNE 27, SEPTEMBER 12, AND NOVEMBER 14, 2001, 10:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M. 8. ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT 29003, BROOKFIELD HOMES. 9. ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT 28341-2, BROOKFIELD HOMES. 10. APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH CALTRANS TO INCLUDE A NEW TRAFFIC SIGNAL ON HIGHWAY 111 AT LA QUINTA CENTER DRIVE. 11. ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT 29164, LA QUINTA GOLF PROPERTIES, INC., THE RETREAT AT THE QUARRY. 12. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A DONATION OF CATERING SERVICES FOR SENIOR CENTER SPECIAL EVENTS (see separate action below). 13. DENIAL OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FILED BY GINA LAVIGNE-AYALA, DATE OF LOSS, JUNE 2, 2000. 14. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION REINSTATING THE 9600 PER ACRE COACHELLA VALLEY FRINGE-TOED LIZARD FEE. (RESOLUTION NO. 2000-133) MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended and amended with the exception of Item No. 12 and with Item No. 14 being approved by RESOLUTION NO. 2000-133. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-187. Item No. 12 MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2000-134, accepting a donation of catering services for the Senior Center special events. Motion carried with Mayor Pe~a ABSTAINING due to a conflict of interest as a result of his wife donating the catering services.) MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-188. City Council Minutes 5 October 17, 2000 BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF ART PANELS FOR THE CITY CENTER CAMPUS BY PETER LADOCHY. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff report and colored renderings of the art panel designs. Peter Ladochy, the artist, reviewed the designs and explained the legend behind the hand in each design. Council Member Henderson asked if descriptive plaques had previously been discussed in relation to the art panels, to which Ms. Horvitz responded no. Council Member Henderson felt they should be considered for this project. In response to Council Member Perkins, Mr. Ladochy stated each panel will be 6' X 9' and can include a tile legend engraved with the theme name in indigenous language. He added he is considering a project using school children to do a book on what the legends mean. Council Member Henderson and Mayor Pe~a supported including the legends. In response to Council Member Sniff, City Attorney Jenson confirmed ownership rights will be spelled out in the contract. Ms. Horvitz advised the Art Purchase Agreement states the artwork becomes the City's property once it is accepted and a Notice of Completion has been filed. Council Member Henderson wished to make sure the quail design is of the Gambel Quail. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Ladochy explained how colored tiles will be used in making the art panels and advised the panels will take approximately 4-6 weeks to complete. Council concurred to include legends for each art panel in the sidewalk. Ms. Horvitz stated she will work with Mr. Ladochy to come up with a workable plan and bring it back for Council's consideration. City Council Minutes 6 October 17, 2000 Council discussed selecting eight art panel designs, including the design presented by Mr. Ladochy at an earlier Council meeting and directed the artist to provide more color in the rabbit design and to revise the color of the lizard in the lizard design. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve eight art panel designs (with minor changes to the rabbit and lizard designs) as provided by Mr. Peter Ladochy to be installed on the Civic Center Campus. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-189. 2. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO OBTAIN DESIGN/BUILD SERVICES FOR THE EISENHOWER PARK EXPANSION AND SAGUARO/SAGEBRUSH POCKET PARK, PROJECT NO. 2000-02. Public Works Director Vogt presented the staff report. Council Member Sniff stated he likes the idea of an additional mini-park in the Cove. After a brief discussion, Council concurred to take up Business Session Item No. 3 at this time, which deals with a Cove mini-park site, prior to taking action on this item. (See Page 7 for continuation of this item.) 3. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A DONATION OF TWO PARCELS OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF AVENIDA VELASCO AND CALLE TEMECULA. There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on file in the City Clerk's Office. In response to Council Member Adolph, City Manager Genovese confirmed staff will work with Mr. Meyran regarding the design criteria for any wall or growth that might be placed next to Mr. Meyran's property and bring it back to Council if there are any concerns. He added the City will do its due diligence prior to recordation. City Council Minutes 7 October 17, 2000 RESOLUTION NO, 2000-135 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING A DONATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF AVENIDA VELASCO AND CALLE TEMECULA. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2000-135 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. 2. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO OBTAIN DESIGN/BUILD SERVICES FOR THE EISENHOWER PARK EXPANSION AND SAGUARO/SAGEBRUSH POCKET PARK, PROJECT NO. 2000-02. (continued) (This item was continued from Page 6.) MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the Request for Proposal (RFP) for Design/Build Services for the Eisenhower Park Expansion, the Saguaro/Bottlebrush Pocket Park, and the Velasco/Temecula Pocket Park, Project 2000-02, and approve the combining of the following Capital Improvement Projects: Eisenhower Park Expansion, Saguaro/Bottlebrush Pocket Park, and the Velasco/Temecula Pocket Park and their respective budgets into a single park improvement project. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Vogt confirmed the layout designs will be brought back to Council for approval. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-190. Council expressed appreciation to Ms. Horvitz for her work on the "Relay for Life" event held October 14-15, 2000. 4. CONSIDERATION OF THE SOUTHEAST ANNEXATION SURVEY RESULTS. Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report and reviewed a map showing which properties responded favorably or opposed to annexation or inclusion in La Quinta's sphere of influence. He also indicated --- those that are undecided or did not respond to the survey. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Herman stated a mailing list from the Riverside County Assessor's Office was used to mail the surveys to City Council Minutes 8 October 17, 2000 property owners within the proposed annexation area. He added staff attempted to re-mail those returned "undeliverable." Mayor Pefia suggested an area be selected to include in the City's sphere of influence as well as a potential annexation area. In response to Mayor Pefia, Mr. Herman advised the County would remain responsible for fire and police services for any area added to La Quinta's sphere of influence. Council Member Henderson asked what the process is for including an area in La Quinta's sphere of influence that is currently in another city's sphere. Mr. Herman advised the City would submit an application to LAFCO, which makes the decision whether or not to change the area into another city's sphere. Council Member Sniff suggested the entire current study area be included in a sphere of influence application. Council Member Perkins noted the possibility of not getting the entire area in the sphere of influence and questioned if the City would be willing to go ahead with an annexation process. Council Member Sniff suggested the City apply concurrently for a sphere of influence and a more modest annexation proposal. Council Member Perkins stated he felt receiving a sphere of influence designtaion first might result in more support for annexation. Council Member Sniff noted there might be some question as to how much financial obligation the City can reasonably take on at this time. Council Member Henderson noted a financial analysis for an established annexation area will be needed before Council will know if the numbers are going to work. Council Member Adolph stated he is not in favor of La Quinta residents footing the bill for property in an annexation area that doesn't bring revenue back into the City. He did not have a problem moving forward with a sphere of influence and staff coming back to Council with numbers for a potential annexation area. Council concurred. City Council Minutes 9 October 17, 2000 After a brief discussion, the consensus of Council was to include the current study area in a sphere of influence application and to direct staff to prepare a financial analysis for possible annexation of the area south of Avenue 52 to Avenue 60 and to the eastern boundary of Jackson Street. Council Member Sniff suggested staff also come back with a recommendation for a reduced boundary within that area. Mr. Herman advised the financial analysis will be brought back to Council in January. Curt Ealy, 777 Tahquitz, Palm Springs, representing Kohl Ranch, stated they remain interested in being annexed to the City but will welcome being included in the City's sphere of influence for now. 5. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 348 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 8.03.020 (UNDERGROUND WIRES) OF THE LA QUINTA CHARTER AND MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Ordinance No. 348 on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pe~a NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 6. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 349 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 2000-095 FROM COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL TO MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL FOR 22 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF PGA BOULEVARD AND AVENUE 54 WITHIN PGA WEST (KSL LAND HOLDINGS, INC.) It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Ordinance No. 349 on second reading. Motion carried by the following vote: City Council Minutes 10 October 17, 2000 AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pe~a NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None STUDY SESSION - None REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS League of California Cities-Riverside Division - Council Member Henderson stated the League dinner will be held at the Children's Discovery Museum next month and encouraged Council Members to attend. Museum Expansion Committee- Council Member Sniff reported the Committee will be conducting interviews at the end of October. Palm Springs Desert Resorts Convention & Visitor's Authority- Council Member Henderson reported the City of Palm Springs will be conducting a market study to look at strategic planning. The purpose of the study will address the perceived threat of the airlines not returning to the Palm Springs International Airport without the financial support they've had in the past. She added there's been some discussion about resurrecting the Airlines Services Committee along with its funding source. Although there may be a way for the tourism industry (hotels, etc.), as a private entity, to help support the airline industry which is also a private entity, she noted tourism and a certain level of airline service is important to the cities. She stated another issue discussed at their last meeting was the possibility of the cities participating in funding of artwork for the airport. She suggested looking at the City's Art in Public Places Ordinance to see if those funds can be used to participate in artwork purchases outside of the City. C. V. Mosquito and Vector Control District- Council Member Perkins spoke regarding the District's very active program in fighting fire ants and reported the City of Indian Wells has a severe infestation in one of their gated communities. · 1(' '1(' tt ')t '~ '1(- '1(- 'It ')t ')l' '~ All other reports were noted and filed. City Council Minutes 11 October 17, 2000 DEPARTMENT REPORTS 2. CITY ATTORNEY MEMO ON AMICUS BRIEFS. In response to Council Member Sniff, City Attorney Jenson gave a brief review of her memo to Council regarding requests for amicus support. She asked Council to review the issues and let her know if they wish to participate in joining any of the amicus briefs. She felt those meriting the closest review are the four related to regulation of adult entertainment businesses. 9. POLICE CHIEF REPORT ON GRAFFITI VIOLATIONS. In response to Mayor Pefia, Captain Singerton reported the department has suspects in the "'tagging" incidents that took place last weekend. 7. FINANCE DIRECTOR UPDATE ON CREDIT CARD SURVEY. In response to Mayor Pe~a, Finance Director Falconer confirmed the cost of processing credit card payments would have to be absorbed by the City. After a brief discussion, Council concurred with staff's recommendation not to accept credit cards, based on the survey results. MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEM - None Council recessed to Redevelopment Agency meeting. Council reconvened and recessed to Financing Authority meeting. Council reconvened and recessed to and until 7:00 p.m. 7:00 P.M. PRESENTATIONS The Mayor and Council Members presented art awards to the following students of the Boys and Girls Club of Coachella Valley whose artwork has been displayed at City Hall: City Council Minutes 12 October 17, 2000 Ashley Berlinger Nicole Hernandez Megan Sambraun Mia Borgetti Megan Holm Anthony Shields Holly Brant Amanda Imel Sydney Styler Kate Bryan Rachael Kiplinger Alisha Turner Desiree Cruz Jessica Murdock Tyler Velazquez Katie Dreweatt Kaira Murdock Dominique Valenzuela Brittinee Eggers Monique Nuno Cassi Williams Cecelia Flores Kassandra Ortega Katie Wilson Weddie Madisen Gittlin Briana Rivera Marleth Guerrero Jordon Robinson PUBLIC COMMENT Tom Hanes, 79-180 Ladera Drive, thanked the City for correcting the drainage problem in the retention basin in his neighborhood. David Ensley, 51-412 Avenida Mendoza, spoke regarding a code violation notice he received and suggested the form be improved to be more readable. He also asked why the improvements in The Village and Cove residential areas had not been started. Public Works Director Vogt explained the street and sewer improvements were delayed to avoid tearing up the streets again if the utility under-grounding assessment vote passed. He advised a Notice to Proceed has been issued for the improvements in The Village and the contractor has 200 days to complete the project. Robert Cox, 78-315 Crestview Terrace, spoke regarding the need to increase the City's level of fire protection and add paramedic services. Mayor Pe~a informed him City staff is negotiating with the County Fire Department to upgrade the City's fire protection services and they have also talked with the ambulance services. He suggested the possibility of forming an ad-hoc committee to look at the current services and to make sure the City is getting the "best bang for its buck." _ City Council Minutes 13 October 17, 2000 PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ON GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ALTERNATIVES. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN. Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report and asked for direction regarding eliminating or retaining the Bermuda Dunes Planning Area in the Land Use Plan. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to continue the public hearing on General Plan Land Use Alternatives to November 21, 2000, and to retain Bermuda Dunes in the Land Use Plan. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Herman advised the potential sphere of influence and annexation area to the southeast will be kept in the General Plan with policies but it will not affect the General Plan. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2000-191. 2. PUBLIC HEARING ON 1 ) GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2000-072, A REQUEST TO REMOVE .3 ACRES OF GOLF COURSE USE AND REPLACE IT WITH LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL USE; 2) ZONE CHANGE 2000-097, A REQUEST TO REMOVE .3 ACRES OF GOLF COURSE ZONE AND REPLACE IT WITH LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL; AND 3) TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 29897, A REQUEST TO CREATE A 13,230 SQUARE FOOT LOT LOCATED AT THE SOUTH TERMINUS OF WASHINGTON STREET ON PEERLESS PLACE WITHIN THE TRADITION CLUB. APPLICANT: RANCHO CHAPMAN GOLF DEVELOPMENT. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN. Community Development Director Herman presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Herman stated Parcel 1 is buildable property and not in the hillside. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED. Mr. Herman noted Condition No. 26 for the Parcel Map was eliminated by the Planning Commission and should be deleted from the conditions of approval. City Council Minutes 14 October 17, 2000 RESOLUTION NO. 2000-136 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING AN ADDENDUM TO A PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT PREPARED FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2000-072, ZONE CHANGE 2000-097, AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 29897 (ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 97-341 - CHAPMAN GOLF DEVELOPMENT LLC.) It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adopt Resolution No. 2000-136 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-137 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2000-072 TO CHANGE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM GOLF COURSE (G) TO LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (LDR) ON APPROXIMATELY .3 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTH TERMINUS OF WASHINGTON STREET ON PEERLESS PLACE WITHIN THE TRADITION CLUB (CHAPMAN GOLF DEVELOPMENT LLC.) It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2000-137 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to take up Ordinance No. 350 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 350 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, RE-ZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM GOLF COURSE TO A LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DESIGNATION (CHANGE OF ZONE 2000-097 - CHAPMAN GOLF DEVELOPMENT LLC.) It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to introduce Ordinance No. 350 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pe~a NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None City Council Minutes 15 October 17, 2000 RESOLUTION NO. 2000-138 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 29897 TO ALLOW THE CREATION OF A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOT AND MISCELLANEOUS AMENITY LOTS ON APPROXIMATELY .3 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTH TERMINUS OF WASHINGTON STREET ON PEERLESS PLACE WITHIN THE TRADITION CLUB (CHAPMAN GOLF DEVELOPMENT LLC.) It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2000-138 as amended (deleting Condition No. 26). Motion carried unanimously. 3. PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED STREET CLOSURE OF AVENIDA MENDOZA SOUTH OF FRANCES HACK PARK BETWEEN AVENIDA MONTEZUMA AND THE ALLEY. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN. Public Works Director Vogt presented the staff report and reviewed the proposed closure area on a map. Council Member Henderson voiced concern about closing the area to "motorized vehicles" in case some time in the future the City wants to accommodate golf carts. City Attorney Jenson advised the language can be amended to permit golf cart usage. Mr. Vogt noted the area could also be identified as part of the golf cart plan when it is adopted. In response to Council Member Perkins, Mr. Vogt advised the east/west alleyway will be 20 feet wide with a 4-foot-wide ribbon gutter in the center. Council Member Perkins voiced concern about parking being allowed in 20-foot- wide alleys and asked staff to look into the restrictions and report back to Council. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Vogt stated the alley will allow two-way traffic. City Council Minutes 16 October 17, 2000 In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Vogt stated there were some concerns voiced by Mr. Yessayian on the closing of the street but they have since been addressed and he no longer opposes the street closure. He confirmed this is not a street vacation and that the City will maintain usage of the property. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-139 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, CLOSING A 100-FOOT LONG SEGMENT OF AVENIDA MENDOZA TO MOTORIZED VEHICULAR TRAFFIC SOUTH OF FRANCES HACK PARK BETWEEN AVENIDA MONTEZUMA AND THE ALLEY. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No. 2000-139 as amended (adding language to permit golf carts only). Motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, JUNE S. 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