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THURSDAY, JULY 10, 1980
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I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wilson called the regular meeting of the Palm Desert City
Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 1980, in City Hall
Council Chambers.
II. PLEDGE - Councilman Walter H. Snyder
III. INVOCATION - Mayor S. Roy Wilson
IV. ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Pro-Tem James E. McPherson
Councilman Alexis D. Newbrander
Councilman Romeo S. Puluqi
Councilman Walter H. Snyder
Mayor S. Roy Wilson
Also Present:
Carlos L. Ortega, Assistant/Acting City Manager
Paul A. Williams, Director of Environmental Services
David J. Erwin, City Attorney
Paul E. Byers, Director of Finance
L. Clyde Beebe, Director of Public Works
V. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS
A. PROCLAMATION Declaring the Week of July 7, 1980, as
"Clifford Henderson Week".
Mayor Wilson announced the following day, July 11, 1980, was
a special day in that it was Clifford Henderson's 85th birth-
day. The Mayor read a proclamation declaring the week of
July 7th as "Clifford Henderson Week" and urged all citizens
to honor the "Founder of our City".
Mr. Henderson accepted the proclamation and extended his
sincere appreciation to the entire City Council.
VI. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. MINUTES of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of June 26,
1980.
Rec: Approve as presented.
B. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Demand Nos.
80-123 and 80-124.
Rec: Approve as presented.
C. REQUEST FOR REFUND OF FEES By William Guenther in the Amount
of 8132.00.
Rec: Approve the request as amended and authorize the
refund from Account No. 01-4980.
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VI. CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
D. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF JANITORIAL SERVICE CONTRACT FOR CITY HALL,
LIBRARY, & PUBLIC WORKS BUILDINGS - 1980-81.
Rec:
Approve the request and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to enter into a contract with Cannon's
Janitorial Service for fiscal year 1980-81.
E. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CARPET CLEANING CONTRACT - 1980-81.
Rec:
Approve the request and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to enter into a contract with Blair's
Hydro Steam Carpet Cleaning for fiscal year 1980-81.
F. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EASEMENT FOR IRONWOOD ACROSS FIRE STATION
COMPLEX.
Rec:
Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 80-84,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an
easement in favor of Silver Spur Associates.
G. PETITION FROM PROPERTY/HOMEOWNERS OF GOLETA AVENUE REQUESTING
IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE TO INSURE PREVENTION OF FUTURE RAIN RUNOFF.
Rec: Refer to the Department of Public Works for inves-
tigation and report.
H. PETITION FROM PALM DESERT PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION REQUESTING
THE CITY'S ARRANGEMENT OF AN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT TO FINANCE CURB
AND GUTTERS IN THEIR DISTRICT "A".
Rec: Refer to Staff for processing of the formation of
an assessment district.
Councilman Newbrander requested Item "G" be removed from the
Consent Calendar for discussion under Section XI, Consent Items Held Over,
of the Agenda.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Puluqi seconded to approve
the balance of the Consent Calendar as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
VII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A
MRS. CAROL STEER, 43-710 Buena Circle, Palm Desert, addressed the
Council on behalf of the residents of Rancho Road, Buena Circle,
and San Pascual. She read a letter which was signed by 37 resi-
dents of those areas outlining what they considered major problems
still existing in the drainage in their area. Said letter also
outlined what they felt to be solutions to these problems (letter
attached and made a part(hereof as Exhibit "A").
Mayor Wilson asked Mr. Beebe to respond. Mr. Beebe indicated that
Staff was working with Lewis Homes now on their Parcel Map. Said
Parcel Map delineates an easement to the City which will be used
in td: future to resolve several of the drainage problems existing
in the Rancho Road, Buena Circle, San Pascual area. Council
directed Mr. Beebe to investigate the problems as presented by
the residents of this area and to report to the Council.
MRS. KATHY KRONEMEYER, 43-750 Buena Circle, Palm Desert, addressed
the Council stating that the County of Riverside had repaved her
street approximately eight years ago. During this repaving, the
street had been elevated in the center, thus forcing runoff water
into her yard and subsequently into her home. She indicated that
she had been flooded several times and hoped that a solution was
forthcoming. Mrs. Kronemeyer also reviewed a pending litigation
involving the City of Palm Desert vs. Mrs. Kronemeyer wherein the
City was seeking action for Ms. Kronemeyer to abate her yard. She
felt that in view of the recent rain and the fact that she had to
build dirt berms in frontof her house to protect it from flooding,
some type of extension should be granted to her relative to the
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VII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Continued)
court action.
Mayor Wilson stated that extenuating circumstances did in fact
exist and suggested a meeting at 2:30 p.m. the following day
with himself, Mrs. Kronemeyer, the City Attorney or his deputy,
and a member of the Code Enforcement Department and Administration.
All parties agreed.
VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. CASE NO. TT 13462, NOE-JACK #2, A PARTNERSHIP, APPLICANT: CON-
SIDERATION OF A REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A TENTATIVE TRACT TO
CREATE A TEN -LOT "NON -STATUTORY" CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION ON
APPROXIMATELY .7 GROSS ACRES WITHIN THE R-3 13,000 (3) ZONE
LOCATED AT 73-415 SHADOW MOUNTAIN DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY 700
FEET EAST OF TUMBLEWEED LANE. (Continued from Regular Meeting
of June 26, 1980.)
Mayor Wilson declared the Public Hearing open and called for
Staff's report.
Mr. Ortega stated that this item was continued from the last
Council meeting, and that no additional information was forth-
coming from Staff unless Council had some questions.
Mr. Williams stated that Council had intended to hold a joint
meeting with the Planning Coiuuuission to discuss the condominium
conversion philosophy; however, the scheduling of this meeting
during the past two weeks had been impossible.
Mayor Wilson called on the applicant for input. It was noted
for the record that the applicant was not present.
Mayor Wilson invited input in FAVOR of the request, and none
was offered. He invited input in OPPOSITION to the request,
and none was offered. He declared the Public Hearing closed.
Councilman Puluqi stated he felt that the owner's absence was
an important issue and stated he would like to continue the
matter again in that he had questions that he would like to
ask the owner. Councilman Newbrander stated her concurrence.
Mayor Wilson indicated that the applicant's representative,
Mr. Harry Schmitz, had been by his office earlier in the week
and had indicated that he would be present.
Councilman Snyder stated that he had a question relative to
the present occupants of these apartments and their possible
displacement as a result of the condominium conversion. He
felt it important to verify the owner's intentions prior to
acting on this matter.
Mr. Williams advised that the Subdivision Ordinance of the
City states that a tentative tract must be acted upon within
thirty days of receipt by the City Council. The continuance
to the meeting of July 24th would be interpreted as being
within that thirty day timeframe since the Council did first
review the item at their meeting of June 26th.
Councilman Puluqi moved and Councilman Snyder seconded to reopen
the public hearing and continue the matter to the meeting of July 24, 1980.
Motion carried on a 3-2 vote, with Councilmen McPherson and Newbrander voting
NO. Mayor Wilson declared the Public Hearing reopened.
IX. RESOLUTIONS
A. RESOLUTION NO. 80-85 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ANNEXING CERTAIN CON-
TIGUOUS TERRITORY TO SAID CITY UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE
MUNICIPAL ORGANIZATION ACT OF 1977, WHICH PROCEEDINGS ARE
DESIGNATED AS ANNEXATION NO. 12.
Mr. Ortega reported that this was the final action required
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IX. RESOLUTIONS (Continued)
A. RESOLUTION NO. 80-85 (Continued)
on Annexation No. 12, property located at the northeast corner of
Monterey Road extended and Country Club Drive. He stated that
by adopting this resolution, Council was authorizing the City
Clerk to proceed with the recordation of the annexation through
LAVCo.
Councilman Newbrander moved and Councilman Puluqi seconded to
waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 80-85. Motion carried
unanimously.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 80-86 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION
NO. 79-70, RESOLUTION NO. 80-17, RESOLUTION NO. 80-43, AND
THUS ESTABLISHING A REVISED TABLE OF SALARY RANGES FOR CLASSI-
FICATIONS AND POSITIONS, A SALARY SCHEDULE, POSITIONS EXEMPT
FROM OVERTIME PROVISIONS, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT, AUTO ALLOWANCES,
SERVICE CLUB REIMBURSEMENT, AND PROVISIONS FOR LONGEVITY ADVANCE-
MENTS.
Mr. Ortega reported that the Council had adopted the Budget at
their last Council meeting. However, no decision had been made
relative to the salary increases for City personnel. He pointed
out that the City Manager did recommend an across-the-board
increase of 7.7% which would mean a total increase in the Budget
of $76,100.
Councilman Newbrander moved and Councilman Snyder seconded to waive
further reading and adopt Resolution No. 80-86. Motion carried unanimously.
C. RESOLUTION NO. 80-87 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE CITY'S
DUTY TO CONSTRUCT CURB, GUTTER AND TIE-IN PAVING ON WILLOW
STREET BETWEEN DESERT LILY AND PURSLANE.
Mr. Ortega asked that the City Clerk note revisions to the
proposed resolution as presented to the Council. Mrs. Gilligan
noted that the title should be changed to read:
INITIATING CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR THE PURPOSE OF
CONSTRUCTING CURB, GUTTER AND TIE-IN PAVING ON WILLOW
STREET BETWEEN DESERT LILY AND PURSLANE.
She further noted that the "Now, Therefore Be It Resolved"
section should be corrected to read Section 5875 rather than
paragraph 5875 and that it should read the California Streets
and Highways Code rather than the California Code.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Puluqi seconded to waive
further reading and adopt Resolution No. 80-87. Motion carried unanimously.
D. RESOLUTION NO. 80-88 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, INITIATING PROCEEDINGS TO VACATE
A PORTION OF A PUBLIC STREET KNOWN AS FAIRHAVEN DRIVE, BETWEEN
SAN JUAN DRIVE AND PARKVIEW DRIVE.
Mr. Ortega stated that the Council has been presented with
a request to vacate a certain portion of said street which
will require a Public Hearing before the City Council. Mr.
,Williams reviewed the legal proceedings required to determine
whether or not the street, as it exists, will be needed for
public purposes.
Councilman Snyder stated that there should be some justification
for closing of a street and in his opinion, there has been none
submitted so far. He could see no reason for holding the Public
Hearing. Dave Erwin advised that it was within the Council's
discretion to determine whether or not to hold a public hearing.
At that time, it can be determined whether or not said justification
exists.
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IX. RESOLUTIONS (Continued)
D. RESOLUTION NO. 80-88 (Continued)
Upon question by Councilman Snyder, Mr. Williams responded that
the City Council has received a request from the property owner,
but that is the only documentation received to date.
Councilman Puluqi moved and Councilman Newbrander seconded to deny
the request. Motion carried unanimously.
E. RESOLUTION NO. 80-89 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING PROCEDURES TO
IMPLEMENT THE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970, AS AMENDED TO
DATE.
Mr. Williams reported that in order for the City to make deci-
sions relative to environmental impact, it must make sure that
City policy is in conformance with requirements of State law.
This resolution and the attached document will bring the City's
guidelines into line with State Code.
Councilman Snyder moved and Councilman Puluqi seconded to waive
further reading and adopt Resolution No. 89-89. Motion carried unani-
mously.
AT THIS TIME, IT WAS NOTED THAT THE APPLICANT FOR TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 13462
WAS PRESENT, AND THE COUNCIL AGREED TO RECONSIDER THE ITEM AT THIS POINT OF
THE AGENDA.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
VIII. A. CASE NO. TT 13462, NOE-JACK #2, A PARTNERSHIP, APPLICANT.
Dave Erwin noted for the record that no one had left the meeting
since the item had been previously considered and continued.
Mayor Wilson reopened the Public Hearing and called on Mr.
Harry Schmitz, representative of the owner, for comments.
MR. HARRY SCHMITZ, Planning Consultant, Indian Wells, addressed
Council on behalf of Mr. David Heusinkveld, the owner. He stated
that the Planning Commission had approved a Use Permit in April.
It was his understanding that the Council would consider the
Tentative Tract at this meeting and that the matter was merely
administrative and did not involve the use. He pointed out that
this particular condominium conversion involved only 9 units.
Said units will be sold as middle income housing. It was because
the units did not rent in the middle income rental range that the
applicant had considered the condominium conversion. They had
had several requests from the present tenants of the units
themselves who wished to purchase them as condominiums.
Councilman Puluqi inquired as to the selling price, and Mr. Schmitz
responded that they would sell for approximately $69,000.
Councilman Snyder inquired as to how many of the present tenants
would be displaced by this conversion, and Mr. Schmitz responded
that no one would be displaced and that the owner had told all
renters that they may stay as long as they want. Councilman
Snyder stated that he would like that so stipulated and moved
that it be made a condition df approval. Motion died for lack of
a second.
Mayor Wilson called for any input in FAVOR of the request, and
none was offered. He called for input in OPPOSITION to
the request, and none was offered. He declared the Public Hearing
closed.
Councilman McPherson moved to waive further reading and adopt
Resolution No. 80-78. Mayor Wilson seconded the motion for the purpose
of discussion.
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A. CASE NO. TT 13462, NOE-JACK #2, A PARTNERSHIP, APPLICANT. (Cont'd)
Councilman Snyder restated his concern relative to the displace-
ment of people currently living in these apartments. He asked the
City Attorney whether it was legal to place a stipulation in the
resolution whereby current tenants would not be effected. Mr.
Erwin responded that he had a concern about this and that we
are dealing with a lot of unknowns. Without knowing what
the lease is, he felt the the City would be trying to make
a contract that may or may not exist. If there is a written
lease, then that lease should be reviewed. It was noted
at this point that Mr. David Heusinkveld, owner of the property,
had arrived
Mayor Wilson reopened the Public Hearing. Mr. Erwin again noted
for the record that no one had left the meeting.
MR. DAVID HEUSINKVELD, 46-175 Deep Canyon Road, Palm Desert,
addressed the City Council to respond to their questions.
Councilman Snyder asked Mr. Heusinkveld whether or not the
the people currently living in his apartments had lease
agreements. Mr. Heusinkveld responded that most of them
are on a one-year lease, and he has three apartment complexes.
He stated that every one of his tenants has been offered the
option to purchase their unit. However, if said purchase was
not accomplished and if at the end of two years they wished
to move, he was willing to move them at his own expense to one
of his apartment units.
With no further input or questions, Mayor Wilson declared the
Public Hearing closed.
Councilman McPherson moved to amend his motion to waive further
reading and adopt Resolution No. 80-78 to include Special Condition No.
4, stipulating that no current tenant could be displaced by the condo-
minium conversion project for a period of up to two years. Mayor Wilson
seconded the motion as amended. Motion carried on a 3-2 vote with
Councilmen Newbrander and Puluqi voting NO.
X. ORDINANCES
For Introduction:
None
For Adoption:
A. ORDINANCE NO. 225 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO
THE ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT, RELATIVE TO DIRECTIONAL SIGNS FOR
COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS WITH COURTYARD OR PLAZA TENANTS. CASE
NO. ZOA 02-80.
Mr. Ortega noted that this was second reading of the Ordinance
and no further input had been received.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Snyder seconded to
waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 225. Motion carried
unanimously.
B. ORDINANCE NO. 226 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO
THE ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT, RELATIVE TO OPEN HOUSE DIRECTIONAL
SIGNS. CASE NO. ZOA 03-80.
Mr. Ortega noted that this was second reading of the Ordinance
and no further input had been received.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Puluqi seconded to waive
further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 226. Motion carried on a 4-1 vote,
with Councilman Newbran4er voting NO.
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For Adoption (Continued)
C. ORDINANCE NO. 227 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO
THE ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT, RELATING TO PERMITTED USE.IN THE
PC(4) ZONE DISTRICT. CASE NO. ZOA 04-80.
Mr. Ortega reported that this was the second reading of the
ordinance, and no further input had been received.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Newbrander seconded to
waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 227. Motion carried unani-
mously.
XI. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS HELD OVER
G. PETITION FROM PROPERTY/HOMEOWNERS OF GOLETA AVENUE REQUESTING
IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE TO INSURE r u vtiviioN OF FUTURE RAIN RUNOFF.
Councilman Newbrander stated that at the meeting two weeks ago
on the Consent Calendar was action to release the bonds to this
developer. She stated that she had removed that item for dis-
cussion at that meeting because she wanted to know if the
drainage problems that had been created as a result of this
development had been taken care of. Since that meeting, we have
had a severe rain and flood damage has occurred. She stated
that she had talked to' Mr. Beebe and he said the developer is
working on the solution to these drainage problems. She stated
that she felt the Council should insist that the developer make
sure that no further water drains into the residences on Goleta.
Mayor Wilson inquired of the City Attorney whether or not it
was possible to now hold up the release of the bonds. He
stated that this depended solely on whether or not the City
Clerk had released the bonds since the action of the Council
on June 24th. Mrs. Gilligan responded that due to the fact
that a Maintenance Bond had not been presented to the City
Clerk's office, the bonds for Tract 10202 had not yet been
released.
Councilman Newbrander moved and Councilman Snyder seconded to
rescind the action of releasing the bonds for Tract 10202 as taken at
the Council meeting of June 24, 1980. Motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Newbrander moved and Councilman Snyder seconded to
refer the letter/petition to the Department of Public Works for inves-
tigation and report. Motion carried unanimously.
XII. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH CALTRANS FOR IMPROVEMENT
OF HIGHWAY 74.
Mr. Ortega stated that the City Council had approved an agree-
ment with Caltrans for the widening of Highway 74 in 1978.
However, subsequent to that action, the project had been delayed
Caltrans is now ready to proceed. However, since the project's
approval, plans have been changed to include the extensions of
the improvements from Homestead Road to El Paseo. In addition,
since the approval of the contract is two years old, there has
been an increase in construction costs making the project a
cost of $60,000. He stated that if Council desired to approve
the agreement amendment, an additional action would be required
in the adoption of a Resolution approving a budget amendment.
Mayor Wilson stated that he would like to give direction to Staff that
the City strongly urges Caltrans to move the completion date up as
quickly as possible.
Councilman Snyder noted that it seemed unrealistic to set a March,
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XII. NEW BUSINESS (Continued)
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH CALTRANS FOR IMPROVEMENT
OF HIGHWAY 74. (Continued)
1981, completion date. He asked to go on record that Staff
be directed to urge Caltrans to expedite completion of this
project.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Snyder seconded to
approve the agreement with Caltrans for the improvement of Highway 74
and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said contract. Motion
carried unanimously.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Puluqi seconded to waive
further reading and adopt Resolution No. 80-91, amending the 1980/81 budget
to provide funds for the City's share of the improvement of Highway 74 from
Homestead Road to El Paseo. Motion carried unanimously.
B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1980-81.
Mr. Ortega noted that the Public Works Director had solicited
bids for the annual landscaping contract with the City and
that Waddill's Gardening Service had been the low bidder. He
pointed out that the agreement details exactly what is to be
accomplished by the contractor at an amount of $2,203 per
month.
Councilman Newbrander moved and Councilman McPherson seconded to
approve the contract with Waddill's Gardening Service and authorize the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute. Motion carried unanimously.
C. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF STREET SWEEPING CONTRACT FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1980/81.
Mr. Ortega stated that Staff felt that some sections of the
contract required change and requested that the City Council
continue action on this item on the approval of the contract
to their meeting of July 24th. However, he suggested that the
Council authorize the Director of Public Works to utilize
Houston Country Club Sweeping at an hourly rate of $29.85
until the contract can be rewritten and approved.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Newbrander seconded to
approve an hourly rate of $29.85 for street sweeping services by Houston
Country Club Sweeping until such time as a contract can be finalized.
Motion carried unanimously.
D. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION OF TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT
(SB-325) CLAIM FOR STREETS AND ROADS FOR THE 1980-81 FISCAL
YEAR
Mr. Ortega stated that in accordance with State law and in
conjunction with SB-325 Claim requirements, the City gets
certain monies for public transit and streets and roads. The
City's share is determined to be $213,291 for fiscal year
1980/81. Of that amount, $71,838 is to be claimed by Sunline
Transit Agency, leaving a balance of $141,453 for the purpose
of street and road work in the City.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Snyder seconded to
authorize the City Manager to apply for the streets and roads claim
under Transportation Development Act (SB-325) Claim. Motion carried
unanimously.
XIII. CONTINUING BUSINESS
None
XIV. OLD BUSINESS
None
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XV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - B
MR. FREDERICK THON, 45-390 Garden Square, Palm Desert, addressed
the Council on behalf of the Parks & Recreation Commission and
extended their sincere appreciation for the efforts extended to
them by Mr. Paul Williams. He stated that each member of the
Commission wished him the very best of luck in any future endeavor
he may enter.
XVI. REPORTS AND REMARKS
A. CITY MANAGER
1. SUNSHINE, MEAT, FISH & LIQUOR DEMOLITION.
Mr. Ortega reported that the Director of Building and
Safety was satisfied with the demolition of the Sunshine,
Meat, Fish & Liquor building and had requested that the
Council accept the work as complete and authorize the
City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
Councilman McPherson moved and Councilman Newbrander seconded to
accept the work as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice
of Completion. Motion carried unanimously.
In addition, Mr. Ortega noted that the Council had
accepted a $12,000 cash deposit from Mrs. Barbara
Mermelstein to ensure payment of the demolition work
for the Sunshine, Meat, Fish & Liquor building. At
this time, Council should instruct the Director
of Finance to take the money from the Trust Account
to pay for the demolition work and refund the balance
to Mrs. Mermelstein.
Councilman Snyder moved and Councilman McPherson seconded to
instruct the Director of Finance to place the $12,000 in the City's
General Fund for the purpose of payment of the demolition work on
Sunshine, Meat, Fish & Liquor and to further refund the balance of
$506.00 to Mrs. Barbara Mermelstein. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Mr. Ortega announced that it was with sadness that the City
was losing Mr. Paul Williams who he felt was a true pro-
fessional. He noted that the City Council was hosting a
reception at Monterey Country Club on Friday, July llth,
in honor of Mr. Williams and in appreciation of all of
his efforts on behalf of the City of Palm Desert.
B. CITY ATTORNEY
None
C. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Councilman McPherson stated that he had been on the City Council
since day one and had seen employees come and go. Paul Williams
was hired back in 1973. He stated that because of Mr. Williams'
expertise, knowledge, and professionalism, Palm Desert had
taken on a beauty all its own. He continued that he hated to
see him go. Speaking for former members of the City Council
and the Planning Commission, he personally wished Mr. Williams
the very best in all of his future endeavors.
Mayor Wilson echoed the sentiments of Councilman McPherson on
behalf of the current Council and Planning Conunission. Council-
men Newbrander and Snyder stated same.
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XVI. REPORTS AND REMARKS (Continued)
C. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL (Continued)
Mayor Wilson asked that everyone note the future meetings
listed on the Agenda.
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Councilman Puluqi moved and Councilman Snyder seconded to adjourn
the meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Wilson adjourned the
meeting at 8:10 p.m.
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SHEILA R. GILLIGAN, CITY CLERK
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA
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July 3, 1)80
City of Palm Desert
45-275 Prickly rear Lane
Palm Desert, Ca. 92250
Dear Mayor Wilson and Council Members:
We the undersigned feel that there is still a problem with flooding
in the San Pascual, Rancho Rd. and :uena Circle area.
As of 6/30/30 we discovered that the flood control project that was
put in is inadequate to handle the water that is channeled into the
area.
The problems we feel still exist are as follows:
1. The bubbler on the corner of San Pascual and Ave. 44.
2. No adequate swale to carry the water from the bubbler on Ave.
44 and San Pascual or from the drains of the pumps.
3. Gravity flow from Portola and San Pascual along Rancho Rd. is
centered on the pumps and adding to the problems with water
build up in the area also causing water to flow in from out-
side the area.
4. The drainage to the pulp is not large enough to feed the water
to the pumps as fast as necessary.
We feel some of the possible solutions for these problems are as
follows:
1, An engineer is needed to redesign the whole system on the corner
of San Pascual and Ave. 44,
2. The swale that has already been designed by engineers should be
put in immediately. (Either by the City or Lewis Homes)
3. San Pascual should be a V shaped road lower than Rancho Rd.
draining to the wash; or the east side of San Pascual should
be higher than the west side of the road with multiple vents
in the west side to drain water into the Swale. Rancho Rd.
should be gravity flow from Portola to the swale.
4. Put in larger drains to handle the large amount of water to the
pumps. Also leave power to pumps turned on at all times.
Your immediate consideration in these matters would be appreciated./CZ m-/
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