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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-11-18MINUTES ADJOURNED CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 1982 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wilson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilman James E. McPherson III. INVOCATION - Mayor Pro-Tempore Alexis D. Newbrander IV. ROLL CALL Present: Councilman James E. McPherson Mayor Pro-Tem Alexis D. Newbrander Councilman Romeo S. Puluqi Councilman Walter H. Snyder Mayor S. Roy Wilson Also Present: Martin J. Bouman, City Manager Carlos L. Ortega, Assistant City Manager David J. Erwin, City Attorney Ramon Diaz, Director of Environmental Services Barry D. McClellan, Director of Public Works Paul E. Byers, Director of Finance Sheila R. Gilligan, City Clerk V. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS REORGANIZATION OF CITY COUNCIL A. RESOLUTION NO. 82-147 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN SAID CITY ON NOVEMBER 3, 1982, IN CONSOLIDATION WITH THE STATE-WIDE GENERAL ELECTION, AND DECLARING THE RESULT THEREOF AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW. Mrs. Gilligan reported that the resolution declared the results of the November 2, 1982, general municipal election which was held for the purpose of electing 3 members to the City Council. It accepted the results of the election as canvassed and certified by the Riverside County Registrar of Voters including as follows: — a total of 5,009 ballots were cast in said city; and -- that Roy Wilson, Phyllis Jackson, and Dick Kelly were elected as Members of the City Council for the full term of 4 years. Upon motion by Newbrander, second by McPherson, Resolution No. 82-147 was adopted by unanimous vote of the Council. MINUTES ADJOURNED CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 18, 1982 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * B. COMMENTS FROM OUTGOING COUNCILMEN. Councilman McPherson congratulated the newly elected members of the City Council and welcomed them. He felt he was fortunate to be one of the first elected City Council members, elected during incorporation of the City. He stated problems under County direction such as traffic circulation, building standards, high density, etc. had been pretty much resolved under the City's guidance. Stating the key to the success of any city or organization is the people who do the work, he praised the City Manager and staff for their fine work. He concluded by urging the new members to work together. Mayor Pro-Tempore Newbrander congratulated the three members who had won the election. She stated she had served 6-1/2 years on the Council and expressed hope that the projects started such as the Highway 111 beautification, the sports complex, and the civic center would be followed through on. She expressed appreciation for the team effort between the Council and City Staff. C. ADMINISTERING OF OATH OF OFFICE TO NEWLY ELECTED COUNCILMEN. City Clerk Sheila Gilligan administered the Oath of Office to Roy Wilson, Phyllis Jackson, and Dick Kelly. D. SEATING AND COMMENTS FROM NEW COUNCILMEN. The new Councilmen were seated and presented with a Certificate of Election by the City Clerk. Councilman Wilson expressed his appreciation to the people of Palm Desert for another term on the City Council, to his wife who had run his campaign, and to everyone in the audience. He pledged to serve everyone to the best of his ability. Councilman Jackson thanked everyone for their support and promised to uphold the confidence of the poeple. She stated that as a former member of the Design Review Board, she had had the opportunity to work with the present and past Council. She stated her commitment to a strong effort in making Palm Desert a better place to live. Councilman Kelly expressed his feeling that the past City Council had done an outstanding job of running the City and his hopes of continuing in the same vein. He thanked everyone for their support and confidence. E. MAYOR DECLARES THE OFFICES OF MAYOR do MAYOR PRO- TEMPORE VACANT AND REQUESTS THE CITY CLERK TO CONDUCT THE SELECTION OF SAID OFFICES. Mayor Wilson declared the offices of Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tempore vacant and asked the City Clerk to conduct the selection of said officers. A. SELECTION OF MAYOR. Mrs. Gilligan reminded the Council that nominations did not require a second. She declared nominations open for the office of Mayor. Councilman Snyder nominated Councilman Puluqi for the Office of Mayor. With no further nominations offered, Mrs. Gilligan declared the nominations closed and called for a vote of the Council. Councilman Puluqi was selected Mayor by unanimous vote of the Council. B. SELECTION OF MAYOR PRO-TEMPORE. Mrs. Gilligan declared the nominations for office of Mayor Pro- Tempore open. -2- MINUTES ADJOURNED CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 18, 1982 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Councilman Wilson nominated Councilman Snyder for the Office of Mayor Pro- Tempore. With no further nominations offered, Mrs. Gilligan declared nominations closed and entertained a motion to cast a unanimous vote for Councilman Snyder. Upon motion by Wilson, second by Jackson, Councilman Snyder was selected Mayor Pro-Tempore by unanimous vote of the Council. F. COMMENTS BY NEWLY SELECTED MAYOR AND MAYOR PRO- TEMPORE. Mayor Puluqi thanked his fellow Councilmen and stated he would work just as hard as Mayor as he did as a Councilman. He noted that the Council did not always agree but always worked for the best for Palm Desert. Mayor Pro-Tempore Snyder stated he would attempt to follow through on all of those things that were great and good for the City. G. PRESENTATIONS BY NEWLY SEATED COUNCIL AND STAFF. Mayor Puluqi presented a Plaque of Appreciation to Councilman McPherson noting that they had rarely seen eye to eye in the past, but that it had been in good faith and feeling and for the best for our City. Councilman McPherson accepted the plaque and stated his appreciation. Mayor Puluqi presented a Plaque of Appreciation to Councilman Newbrander and stated that she had been a faithful and patient teacher to him during his first two years on the Council and that he had grown very fond of her. Councilman Newbrander accepted the plaque and expressed her appreciation. Mr. Bouman presented Councilman Newbrander with a crystal vase from the employees who wished to express their sincere thanks to her for her loyal and faithful service to them. Mr. Bouman presented Councilman McPherson with a pewter mug from the employees who wish to say thank you to him for all the years of dedicated service he had given them. VI. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the Adjourned City Council Meeting of November 4, 1982. Rec: Approve as presented. B. MINUTES of the Regular City Council Meeting of November 11, 1982. Rec: Approve as presented. C. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Demand Nos. 83-044 and 83-051. Rec: Approve as presented. D. STATEMENT OF CASH TRANSACTIONS FOR MONTH OF OCTOBER, 1982. Rec: Receive and file. E. ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT As Presented by Thomas, Byrne & Smith. Rec: Recieve and file. F. REQUEST FOR REFUND OF 1976 & 1977 CONSTRUCTION TAX, Martinez Construction Company, Applicant. Rec: Approve the request and authorize a refund in the amount of $909.20. -3- MINUTES - ADJOURNED CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 18, 1982 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * G. LETTER OF RESIGNATION From Phyllis Jackson From Her Position On The Design Review Board. Rec: Accept resignation and instruct the City Clerk to publicize vacancy. Mr. Bouman asked that Item "G" be removed for discussion under Section XI of the Agenda. Upon motion by Snyder, second by Wilson, the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item "G" was approved as presented by unanimous vote of the Council. VII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A VIII. IX. MR. TIM JOHNSON, 43-101 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert, addressed Council expressing his support of the newly seated Council and offering any assistance he might lend. PUBLIC HEARINGS None RESOLUTIONS A. RESOLUTION NO. 82-148 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE PLACEMENT OF THE CITY'S 1982-83 LIABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE WITH LEWIS AND HANNONN INSURANCE. Mr. Bouman reported that the City's liability insurance was renewed on an annual basis and that law did not require competitive bidding on this item. He noted that Lewis and Hannon was competitive in price and had a good track record with the City for being dependable and good. Upon motion by Jackson, second by Kelly, Resolution No. 82-148 was adopted by unanimous vote of the Council. X. XI. ORDINANCES For Introduction: N one For Adoption: None CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER G. LETTER OF RESIGNATION From Phyllis Jackson From Her Position On The Design Review Board. Rec: Accept resignation and instruct the City Clerk to publicize vacancy. Mr. Bouman reported that staff felt it may be appropriate at this time to consider a possible reorganization of the Design Review Board. The recommended action included a directive to the City Clerk to publicize the vacancy, and staff wished this portion deleted at this time. Mr. Diaz added that it was felt that a definite term of office should be established, review of the number of members on the board including their area of expertise should be conducted, and a clarification made on the scope of responsibility. Councilman Jackson urged the Council to concur with the staff recommendation in that much thought had been put into the reorganization and staff should be allowed time to review it and present it for careful analysis by the Council. -4- MINUTES ADJOURNED CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 18, 1982 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Upon motion by Kelly, second by Puluqi, the resignation from Phyllis Jackson from the Design Review Board was accepted by unanimous vote of the Council. XII. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH CHJ MATERIALS LABORATORY, INC. FOR INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE PALM DESERT SPORTS COMPLEX. Mr. Diaz reported that this was the agreement Council had reviewed in Study Session on October 28th which provided for specialized inspection services for the sports complex which were required under State law. Councilman Jackson moved to approve the agreement in an amount not to exceed $13,159 for services identified in CHJ proposal dated October 20, 1982, and authorize the Mayor to execute. Councilman Snyder seconded the motion; carried by unanimous vote of the Council. XIII. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY PACIFIC COAST BUILDERS TO PAY DRAINAGE FEES AS EACH PHASE RECORDS (TRACT 15000). (Continued from the Meeting of October 28, 1982.) Mr. McClellan reported that this item had been continued to allow time for the City Attorney to discuss the matter with the developer. The developer had requested that he be allowed to pay his drainage fees as each tract was phased. He noted that the City Attorney has reported at the last Council meeting that the developer was not willing to renegotiate the fees which had increased since his tract had initially been approved. Mayor Puluqi reported that he was very unhappy with this entire tract approval inasmuch as a set amount of drainage fees should never have been set in the resolution of approval. Councilman Wilson stated he felt a mistake had been made in 1979 when this approval was given and asked the City Attorney if the Council had any course of action to correct it. Dave Erwin responded the Council did not. Councilman Wilson moved to deny the request and Councilman Snyder seconded the motion. Motion carried on a 3-2 vote with Councilmen Jackson and Kelly voting NO. XIV. XV. XVI. OLD BUSINESS None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - B None REPORTS AND REMARKS A. CITY MANAGER None B. CITY ATTORNEY None C. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL Councilman Wilson asked if there was any progress to report on the hiring of a secretary for the City Manager. Mr. Bouman responded that a job description had been written, but that he had not had time to fully review it. -5- MINUTES ADJOURNED CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 18, 1982 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mayor Puluqi asked the progress of convincing the City Treasurer to remain. Mr. Bouman reported that Mr. Byers did have a personal vacation planned early next year and again in late spring, and he would like to keep those plans. He reported that he had agreed that if we can move ahead with our recruitment program, he will stay on until the end of March so that there will be a transition period from old to new. Mayor Puluqi stated he was happy for the extension but wished Mr. Byers would consider staying longer. Councilman Wilson agreed. XVII. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion by Wilson, second by Snyder, and unanimous vote of the Council, Mayor Puluqi adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m. ATTEST: SHEILA R. GILE-16,N, CITY CL V' CITY OF PALM trESERT, CA ' ' NIA -6- RerMEO S. PULUQI, MAYOR