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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978-01-26MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 26, 1978 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Mullins called the meeting to order at 7:05 January 26, 1978, in City Hall Council Chambers. II. PLEDGE - Mayor Pro-Tempore Jim McPherson III. INVOCATION - Mayor Ed Mullins IV. ROLL CALL Present: Councilman Noel Brush Councilman Jim McPherson Councilman Alexis Newbrander Councilman Roy Wilson Mayor Ed Mullins Also Present: p.m. Martin J. Bouman, City Manager David J. Erwin, City Attorney Paul A. Williams, Director of Environmental Services Paul E. Byers, Director of Management Services Clyde Beebe, Director of Public Works V. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS on Thursday, A. PROCLAMATION Declaring the Month of February, 1978, as Energy Conservation Month. Mayor Mullins read the Proclamation and presented it to Mr. Don McNeilly, General Manager of the Chamber of Commerce. B. RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION To Mr. Victor Clark For His Worth - While Participation On The Parks & Recreation Commission. Mayor Mullins read the Resolution for the benefit of the audience, and he advised that Mr. Clark had already left the area and the resolution will be mailed to him. C. RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION To Mr. Harry Hardy For His Worth- while Participation As City Representative on the Solid Waste Management Advisory Board. Mayor Mullins read the Resolution and presented it to Mr. Hardy. Mr. Hardy thanked the Council and explained briefly what his goals had been while serving on the Board. D. APPOINTMENT of Evelyn Young to the City's Historical Committee. Mayor Mullins announced the appointment of Mrs. Young to the Historical Committee. Mrs. Young thanked the Council, and presented pictures of General Patton, which had been taken here in the desert. E. APPOINTMENT of Member to the City's Park & Recreation Commission to fill Unexpired Term of Victor Clark, Resigned. Mayor Mullins announced that this appointment would be con- tinued to the next Council meeting of February 9, 1978. January 26, 1978 Page 1 VI. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the January 12, 1978, Regular Meeting of the City Council. Rec: Approve as presented. B. MINUTES of the January 19, 1978, Special Meeting of the City Council. Rec: Approve as presented. C. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Demand Nos. 76-064 and 78-071. Rec: Approve as presented. D. STATEMENT OF CASH TRANSACTIONS FOR MONTH OF DECEMBER, 1977. Rec: Approve as presented. E. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENCE By Walter C. and Nora Merrel and Charles E. McDowell for THE PINK HOUSE, 73-699 El Paseo, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and file. F. LETTER OF RESIGNATION from Mr. Harry C. Hardy as City Repre- sentative on the Solid Waste Management Advisory Board. Rec: Receive and accept with regrets. Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Wilson seconded to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Motion carried unanimously. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. CONTINUED CASE NO GPA 02-771 THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, Appli- cant: Consideration Of An Amendment To The Palm Desert General Plan To Include The Provisions Of The College Of The Desert Area Specific Plan. Mr. Williams stated that this was the second hearing before the Council on this Plan. Two specific points were received from public input at the January 12th hearing, and the Staff has reviewed them. The first dealt with a petition circu- lated by Mr. Shaw, requesting that the area known as Neighborhood No. 1 (west of Monterey) be designated as R-1 Single Family Dwellings. In analyzing the existing zoning for that area and the proposed Land Use for Neighborhood No. 1, the area is presently zoned R-1, except for the lots along Monterey Avenue and the north side of Avenue 44 east of Adonis Drive which is zoned R-2. This designation was applied to the area along Monterey and Avenue 44 on the basis of existing apartments and duplexes, and to provide for a buffer between these two arterial streets and the adjacent R-1 subdivisions. At this time, no justi- fication appears to exist to designate these areas as R-1. However, the proposed land use designation does not preclude the City from considering such a designation at a later date. The second point made dealt with consideration of cul-de- sacing San Anselmo northerly of Guadalupe in order to reduce traffic on Royal Palm Drive. However, because unreasonable traffic volumes are not anticipated on San Anselmo or Royal Palm, and because said connection provides a northerly/westerly connection for the development on Royal Palm Drive, Staff did. not recommend this alternative. Council may refer this to the City's Traffic Committee for an in-depth study if it is felt the proposal needs further consideration. In terms of late response, Mr. Williams read a letter into the record from Mr. Ben C. Pickell, Jr., 72-814 Tampico, Palm Desert, wherein Mr. Pickell inquired about tot lots. January 26, 1978 Page 2 At Councilman Wilson's request, Mr. Williams reviewed the tot lot park approval, pointing out that if a neighborhood would like one and if there is land available for one, it can become a reality. Mayor Mullins invited input from the audience in FAVOR of the Plan and none was offered. Mayor Mullins invited input from the audience in OPPOSITION to the Plan, and the following was offered: Mr. Kiger Barton, 44-519 San Anselmo, supporting the cul-de- sacing of San Anselmo because of the heavy traffic and also the high number of accidents that occur on the corner of San Anselmo and Guadalupe and the corner of Sanora and Catalina. Mayor Mullins declared the Public Hearing closed. The Council commended the Planning Commission, Staff, and the many residents in the community who had given input on the Plan for an excellent job. Councilman Wilson asked that the Staff be directed to refer the matter of a park on the northwest corner of Fairhaven Drive and Avenue 44 to the Parks & Recreation Commission for study. The rest of the Council expressed concurrence, and the Staff was so directed. Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Brush seconded to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 78-8. Motion carried unanimously. Councilman McPherson pointed out that on the 13th of October, 1977, an emergency ordinance had been adopted by the Council which placed a building moratorium in the COD Specific Plan area. With the adoption of the Plan, this moratorium is no longer necessary. Councilman McPherson moved to adopt Ordinance No. 180, rescinding Ordinance No. 171, to be effective immediately as an urgency ordinance. Councilman Brush seconded the motion; carried unanimously. Councilman Brush moved and Councilman Wilson seconded to direct the Traffic Committee to study the traffic situation in the Royal Palms and San Anselmo area. Motion carried unanimously. B. CASE NO. C/Z 12-77, LEWIS HOMES OF CALIFORNIA, Applicant: Con- sideration of a Request For Approval Of A Change of Zone From PR-3 (Planned Residential, Maximum 3 Units Per Acre) And PR-3, S.P. (Planned Residential, Maximum 3 Units Per Acre, Scenic Preservation Overlay) To R-1, 10,000 (Single -Family Residential, Minimum 10,000 Sq. Ft. Lot Size), Or Other Zone As Appropriate, For Approximately 85 Acres Located At The Northeast Corner Of Highway 74 and Haystack Road. Mr. Williams presented a lengthy staff report, including the analysis of the pros and cons of the three viable alternatives available on the zoning.' He reviewed the recommendations of the Planning Commission and their logic, and finally, the recommendations of the Staff and why the Staff did not support the recommendations of the Planning Commission. Councilman Brush asked if both the zoning matter and the Tenta- tive Tract Map could be considered together. Mr. Erwin stated that it might be somewhat confusing to do so. Mr. Bouman pointed out that the two matters were not tied together in that if the Council took action to establish new zoning, then that zoning would be applicable to anyone wishing to develop that property, not just Lewis Homes. Mayor Mullins declared the Public Hearing open and invited input in FAVOR of the project; January 26, 1978 Page 3 MR. JERRY BRIAN, 924 W. 9th Street, Upland, adressed the Council as a representative of Lewis Homes. He reviewed the existing zoning adjacent to the property being discussed and pointed out that it was compatible to that which his firm was requesting. He urged Council to concur with the Staff recommendation to allow a combination of 12,000 sq. lots and 10,000 sq. ft. lots as it would be far more feasible for development. The following other individuals spoke in FAVOR of the project: Mr. Carl Meisterlin, 72-361 Highway 111, Palm Desert (Member of the Palm Desert Property Owners' Association) Mr. Bill Waring, 73-281 Fiddleneck, Palm Desert Mrs. Susie Moore, 74-370 Old Prospector, Palm Desert Mr. Bill Tildon, Vice President, Deep Canyon Tennis Club Mrs. Bonnie Bitney, Belair Drive, Palm Desert Mrs. Rena Harris, Desert Lily, Palm Desert Mr. Gene Flecky, 73-160 Fiddleneck, Palm Desert Mayor Mullins invited input in OPPOSITION to the zoning, and following was offered. DR. CLAIRE GRAHAM, 73-307 Goldflower Street, Palm Desert, expressed concern over the drainage problem as the tract is developed in that all of the runoff will be going down Desert Lily. She pointed out that the project will be com- pleted in phases, and although the developer will be blocking off Desert Lily eventually, what about the problem during con- struction. Staff assured Mrs. Graham that the developer is responsible for this during all phases of construction. MR. GEORGE RITTER, 73-899 Highway 111, Palm Desert, stated that the zoning from PR-3 to R-1 was a downgrading of the property. He felt that with approval of R-1, one staff mem- ber would have authority to approve what was built on the property. Staff advised that the project would have to meet the requirements and review of the Design Review Board. Mr. Ritter urged the Council to uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission for larger lot size requirements. MR. GEORGE SWEET, 46-370 Ocotillo Drive, Palm Desert, stated that the City had incorporated because the residents felt the County was too lax and would allow any developer to build what they wanted. The County's standards were too low. Mr. Sweet stated that many residents feel that Palm Desert is getting too crowded. He urged that the Council require a minimum of 14,000 sq. ft. lots. He pointed out that although the Planning Commission had compromised at 12,000 sq. ft. lots, the Property Owners' Association did reluctantly accept it. MR. HENRY CLARK, 73-183 Willow Street, Palm Desert, spoke in favor of leaving the zoning PR-3 in that it would allow better control of the development. Although he would reluc- tantly accept the Planning Commission recommendation, he felt to go any lower on lot size requirements would be jeopardizing the finest piece of property left in Palm Desert. MR. RUSS JOHNSTON, 73-266 Goldflower, Palm Desert, spoke on behalf of the Palm Desert Property Owners' Association who supported the Planning Commission recommendation. He urged the Council to uphold it. MRS. FLORENCE HAFER, 74-310 DeAnza Way, Palm Desert, spoke opposing any further rezoning in the City. Councilman Newbrander stated that Palm Desert was a lovely city, and it seemed a shame to her that developers come in, think it is a lovely city and want to come here, but then want to change it. January 26, 1978 Page 4 Councilman Wilson asked Mr. Williams whether or not the developer would be allowed to request a variance on smaller lots if the R-1-12,000 were approved. Mr. Williams advised that they would not be. Councilman Wilson asked that the City would do if the property were zoned R-1-10,000 and then the developer walked away from it. Mr. Williams stated that public hearings would be required before the Commission and the Council before another development could be approved there. Discussion followed about the proposed development. Councilman Brush moved and Councilman Wilson seconded to con- sider the project at this time, before acting on the zoning change. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Williams reviewed the Staff Report, particularly emphasizing the drainage requirements, exterior treatment, noise mitigation, recreation facilities and lot sizes. He pointed out that the developer has been required to submit three additional and different elevations for each floor plan submitted. Mr. Williams referred to letters from both the Palm Desert Property Owners' Association and Mr. Russ Johnston, an adjacent resident, expressing concern over lot size. He pointed out Special Condition No. 16 in Resolution No. 78-1 relative to increasing the amount of perculation by the utilization of natural desert materials as landscape accents may require further discussion with the applicant during the hearing on subdivision. Councilman Wilson stated that when the two were seen together, it was a fine project. However, he felt it was something dif- ferent that what the Planning Commission had seen and thought the Commission should be allowed a chance to review the changes. Councilman McPherson asked the number of 10,000 and 12,000 sq. ft. lots. Mr. Williams advised that there were 138 of 10,000 sq. ft., 63 of 12,000 sq. ft., and 17 of 13,000 sq. ft. or larger lots. Councilman Wilson moved to continue the Public Hearing on the Zoning Change and refer the matter to the Planning Commission for additional input on the three alternatives submitted to Council, asking that the matter be heard at the next Commission meeting for their recommendations. The motion was defeated by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Wilson & Newbrander Brush, McPherson & Mullins None None Mayor Mullins declared the Public Hearing closed. Councilman McPherson said that the issue could be passed back and forth between the Commission and the Council, which was unfair to the applicant since many hours had already been devoted to the matter. He felt strongly that the Council should take a stand and take action. Councilman McPherson moved to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 177, Alternative #3 modified to show everything east of Desert Lily extended as R-1-12,000, to second reading. Councilman Brush seconded the motion; motion carried on the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Brush, McPherson, & Mullins Newbrander & Wilson None None January 26, 1978 Page 5 C. CASE NO. TT 11636, LEWIS HOMES OF CALIFORNIA, Applicant: Con- sideration of a Request For Approval of a Tentative Tract Map To Create 226 Single -Family Residential Lots and Four Lots For Common Recreational Facilities and Flood Control Purposes on Approximately 85 Acres Located at the Northeast Corner of Highway 74 and Haystack. Mayor Mullins declared the Public Hearing open. Mr. Williams reviewed the Staff Report stating that there were a total of 218 residential lots, one recreational lot, three green belt/drainage lots, totaling approximately 8.2 acres. He reviewed the types of units, again pointing out that the Design review board has required the submittal of at least 3 additional elevations per floor plan. In reviewing the proposed circulation, the Planning Com- mission had deleted access to Desert Lily. He continued by reviewing, in depth, the General Plan requirements, proposed drainage, noise mitigation, recreational facilities, and improved lot perculation. In reviewing the proposed recreational facilities, Mr. Williams noted that the tennis courts will not be lighted and that the facility's location had been changed to the northwest corner of the development. Mayor Mullins invited input in FAVOR of the project. MRS. BETTY WILLIAMS, Project Manager of Lewis Homes, emphasized that Lewis Homes is a financially solid firm with an excellent reputation. She assured that her company had every intention of completing the project once they had started it. She listed other communities where Lewis Homes has developments. Mrs. Williams stated that the homes will begin in price at $100,000 for the smallest floor plan. She reviewed the extensive drainage work they would complete before the project was finished. In conclusion, she assured everyone that this was a development the entire City would be proud of. MR. JOHN SANDBORNE, Webb Engineering Company, spoke on behalf of Lewis Homes, explaining the proposed drainage within the project, assuring everyone that the runoff water will be routed away from Desert Lily. MR. RAY FORSUM, Dana Point, addressed the Council as the the landscape architect for the project. He reviewed the proposed landscaping, including the proposed natural vegi- tation requirement. Councilman Wilson questioned the good natural vegitation would do, and Mr. Forsum agreed that it would be minimal. MR. HENRY CLARK, 73-183 Willow Street, Palm Desert, expressed concern over the fact that the recreational facility is now located directly across. the street from two churches. He wondered about the noise problems on Sunday morning. The following other individuals spoke in FAVOR of the project: Mr. Bill Waring, 73-281 Fiddleneck, Palm Desert Mr. Don Bitney, 72-635 Belair, Palm Desert Mrs. Sally Allen, 46-155 Portola, Palm Desert Mr. Ray Martin, Palm Desert Mrs. Susie Moore, 74-370 Old Prospector, Palm Desert Mr. Carl Meisterlin, 72-361 Highway 111, Palm Desert January 26, 1978 Page 6 Mayor Mullins invited input in OPPOSITION to the project. MR. GEORGE SWEET, 46-307 Ocotillo, Palm Desert, spoke on behalf of the Palm Desert Property Owners Association, opposing the concept of tract development. He also stated that the larger lots on the east may never be developed in that they will be constructed as Phase 4 & 5 of the project. If the project is not successful, those homes will never be built. He expressed continued concern about the drainage problem this development would create. MR. GEORGE RITTER, 73-899 Highway 111, Palm Desert, opposed the access in and out of the project onto the frontage road; he suggested the installation of a crash gate on Goldflower and Salt Cedar; requested the tennis courts be recessed 4 feet below the street grade. MR. RUSS JOHNSTON, Palm Desert, expressed concern that the homes would be landscaped in accordance with City Code. Councilman Wilson asked the possibility of a condition requiring future participation in a traffic signal at the corner of Haystack and Highway 111, Mr. Beebe responded that this was possible, and their participation would be about $8-9,000. Mayor Mullins declared the Public Hearing closed. Councilman Wilson stated that he could not see the value of Condition No. 16 requiring natural vegitation and suggested it be deleted. Council agreed. Councilman Wilson moved and Councilman McPherson seconded to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 78-9, with the following Condi- tions amended: 13. The proposed tennis courts shall be recessed a minimum of four feet from the adjacent street grade and shall not be lighted. 16. deleted. 17. As a part of any phase, the developer shall provide for the basic drainage system. 18. Signal participation shall be required for the intersection of Highway 74 and Haystack in an amount no to exceed $10,000 (as offered by the developer). The motion carried on the following vote: AYES: Brush, McPherson, Wilson & Mullins NOES: Newbrander ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None D. CASE NO. C/Z 08-77, PLANNING COMP.MISSION INITIATED: Considera- of Change of Zone Request.From 'S' (Study) To PR-6, S.P. (Planned Residential, 6 Units Per Acre, Scenic Preservation Overlay), PR-4, S.P. (Planned Residential, 4 Units Per Acre, Scenic Preservation Overlay), R-2(5), S.P. (Single -Family, 'lesidential, 5,000 Sq. Ft. Minimum Lot Area Per Unit, Scenic ?reservation Overlay), R-1 (Single -Family Residential), P (Public -Institutional) Or Any Other Zone Deemed Appropriate For a 225-Acre Parcel Located North and East of the College of the Desert. Mr. Williams reported that the subject property was desig- nated "Study District" on February 12, 1976, for one year, in concurrence with the Development of the C.O.D. Specific Plan. This designation has been continued throughout the completion of the Plan. With the adoption of the Plan, it is felt that the proposed zoning designations for the subject property in the land use element of the COD Area Specific Plan do conform with the density. Staff recommended approval. Mayor Mullins declared the Public Hearing open and invited input January 26, 1978 Page 7 in FAVOR of trre zoning. None was offerea; Mayor Mullins invited input in OPPOSITION to the zoning, and none was offered. He declared the Public Hearing closed. Councilman Newbrander moved and Councilman Brush seconded to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 178 as an urgency measure. Motion carried unanimously. E. CASE NO. TT 11454 - SUNRISE CORPORATION, Et Al, Applicant: Consideration of a Request for Approval of a Tentative Tract Map to Create 107 Lots for Residential and Recreational Uses, Water Well Site, Buffer Areas, a Pool and a Maintenance Building on Approximately 240 Acres Located North of the Whitewater Storm Channel between Monterey and Portola, Proposed PR-5, U.A. Zone District. Mr. Williams reviewed the Staff Report, pointing out and explaining a number of special conditions. He stated that the Council should note the letter from Mr. Kermit Martin of Southern California Edison wherein he indicates that the utility company believes it would be economically impractical to convert the existing overhead utility line along the north side of the subject tract to underground. Due to the line having two transmission circuits at 115KU and two distribution circuits at 33KU and 12KU, undergrounding of the line would represent not only an exhorbitant cost, but also involves some technical problems. Mayor Mullins declared the Public Hearing open and invited input in FAVOR of the project. MR. JACK CONLON, 42-000 Bob Hope Drive, spoke as Vice President of Sunrise Corporation. He stated that they were in agreement with the Staff recommendations. Mayor Mullins invited input in OPPOSITION to the project, and none was offered. He declared the Public Hearing closed. Councilman Brush moved and Councilman McPherson seconded to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 78-10. Motion carried unanimously. VIII. RESOLUTIONS A. RESOLUTION NO. 78-6 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RELATIVE TO OVERTIME, BI-ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS, SERVICE CLUB MEMBERSHIPS AND MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT. Mr. Bouman stated that this was a companion resolution to the Personnel Ordinance presently being presented, and he reviewed the provisions of the resolution. Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Newbrander seconded to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 78-6. Motion carried unanimously B. RESOLUTION NO. 78-7 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING VOTING PRECINCTS FOR THE MARCH 7, 1978, GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION AND APPOINTING OFFICERS OF ELECTION FOR SAME. Mrs. Gilligan reviewed the provisions of the resolutions, stating that Precinct#1 should be amended to include Precinct #43-418. Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Newbrander seconded to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 78-7, as amended. Motion carried unanimously. January 26, 1978 Page 8 IX. ORDINANCES For Introduction: A. ORDINANCE NO. 179 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING AND DESIGNATING CHAPTER 18 OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE AS THE "PALM DESERT MECHANICAL CODE" WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND AMENDMENTS, THE RULES, REGULATIONS, PROVISIONS, AND CON- DITIONS SET FORTH IN THAT CERTAIN CODE ENTITLED "UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, 1976 EDITION", INCLUDING THE APPENDICES THEREIN CONTAINED, PROMULGATED AND PUBLISHED BY THE INTER- NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS. Mr. Bouman stated that this was the first in a series of 6 or 7 codes which will be presented to the Council by the Director of Building & Safety. It brings our City Code into conformance with State requirements with the updating of State Code. This will be done every three years. Councilman Brush moved and Councilman Wilson seconded to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 179 to second reading. Motion carried unanimously. For Adoption: A. ORDINANCE NO. 176 -- AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING PERSONNEL SYS- TEM RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT. Mr. Bouman explained that this was a second reading, and although some grammatical changes had been made, no major changes had occurred to the ordinance. Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Brush seconded to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 176. Motion carried unanimously. X. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER None XI. CONTINUING BUSINESS None XII. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Parcel Map 11050, Philip Abrams Consulting Engineers, Inc., Applicant. Mr. Beebe explained that the request would create two parcels and give permanent access to Parcel 2. The Planning Commission approved this request on October 19, 1977. Councilman Brush moved and Councilman McPherson seconded to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 78-11. Motion carried unanimously. B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENT Between Ewald M. Lemcke and the City of Palm Desert. Mr. Beebe explained that Mr. Lemcke would be utilized when Mr. Charles Haver, our temporary Acting City Engineer, might develop or have a conflict of interest. Mr. Lemcke is a resident of Palm Desert. Councilman Newbrander moved and Councilman McPherson seconded to approve the agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute. Motion carried unanimously. January 26, 1978 Page 9 C. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 1, CONTRACT NO. 1014, Improvement of San Luis Rey Avenue from Alessandro Drive to Catalina Way. Mr. Beebe stated that during the construction of the subject project, there was found that there were no plans for a driveway on the surveyors grades and locations. In the construction of the original plans, the driveway aprons were built too high and had to be removed. Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Wilson seconded to approve Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. 1014. Motion carried unani- mously. XIII. OLD BUSINESS None XIV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS MR. CHARLES TRIPP, 74-232 Aster Street, Palm Desert, addressed Council asking about the status of the Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Palm Desert and the College of the Desert for recreational facilities. He asked if the Council could encourage the College to move ahead with it, as it was beginning to look dismal for this year. Mr. Bouman responded that the agreement with the College is at present tentative and verbal. It does not involve the City's participation in any of the atheletic facilities other than the night lighting. This is the portion that will enable our citizens to use these facilities at such time the College does not need them. Preliminary figures discussed indicate that the City might be asked to contribute somewhere in the neighborhood of $125,000 to $130,000 which tentatively the City Council has agreed to. We are waiting at the present time for COD to prepare the more detailed plans for these facilities, at which time we will prepare to put forth our share. At the same time it is the City's responsibility to prepare a Joint Powers Agreement protecting both parties in the event at some future time some- one has a change of mind. The holdup is the preparation of the detailed plans being prepared by the College. Mr. Bouman concluded by assuring Mr. Tripp he would contact the College to try to expedite things. XV. REPORTS AND REMARKS A. CITY MANAGER None B. CITY ATTORNEY None C. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL Councilman Wilson asked that the possibility of placing Oral Communications at the beginning of the Agenda be dis- cussed by the Council. This would eliminate the problem such as Mr. Tripp having to wait for over 4 hours to dis- cuss an unscheduled item. Mayor Mullins asked that everyone note the future meetings listed on the Agenda. January 26, 1978 Page 10 Mr. Williams pointed out that the January 30, 1978, scheduled meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission had been canceled. XVI. ADJOURNMENT Councilman Brush moved and Councilman Wilson seconded to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Mullins adjourned the meeting at 11:45 p.m. (EDWARD D: MULLINS, MAYOR ATTEST: SHEILA R. GILLIGAN, Cia Clerk City of Palm Desert, Califcrnia January 26, 1978 Page 11