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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-09-09MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 1982 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS * * * :': * 'c :': * .: * * 'f :: :: * * * ': :: * * * * * * '.': :: * * 7': * I. at 7:25 II. III. IV. V. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wilson convened the Regular Meeting of p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - James E. McPherson INVOCATION - Alexis D. Newbrander ROLL CALL Present: Councilman James E. McPherson Mayor Pro-Tempore Alexis D. Newbrander Councilman Walter H. Snyder Mayor S. Roy Wilson Also Present: the City Council Excused Absence: r Councilman Romeo Puluq Martin J. Bouman, City Manager Carlos L. Ortega, Assistant City Manager David Erwin, City Attorney Barry McClellan, Director of Public Works Ramon Diaz, Director of Environmental Services Paul E. Byers, Director of Finance Del Claussen, Deputy City Clerk AWARDS PRESENTATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS A. APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONERS TO FILL TWO EXPIRED TERMS ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION. On a reappointed to Puluqi absent. B. Mayor Wilson stated the Council had discussed this item in Study Session and were ready to make one appointment, with the second appointment to be continued. motion by Snyder, second by Newbrander, Ralph Wood was the Planning Commission on a 4-0-1 vote, with Councilman APPOINTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONERS TO FILL TWO EXPIRED TERMS. Mayor Wilson reappointed, with Council's approval, Delores Driskel and John Marman to four-year terms on the Parks and Recreation Commission. C. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO "NONCONFORMING ABATEMENT COMMITTEE". Mayor Wilson stated this committee would hear appeals on non -conforming uses. He noted the appointments of Romeo Puluqi representing the City Council; Ralph Wood representing the Planning Commission and Mrs. Ferne Simpson, Citizens' Representative. MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 9, 198: * * * * * * * 7. '.*: :: .. * * * * .♦ .♦ .. * * * * * * * * * :: * .. :: :: * * * • D. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT COMMENDING REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY STAFF MEMBERS. Mayor Wilson expressed his appreciation and that of the City Council to all staff members for doing an outstanding job on the bond issue. He noted the check for $15,000,000 has been invested until work begins on the debris basins and Palm Valley Channel. He thanked all those who had participated, and stated each would receive a resolution of appreciation, with a copy to go in each personnel file. VI. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the Regular Meeting of August 26, 1982. Rec: Approve as presented. B. MINUTES of the Adjourned Meeting of September 2, 1982. Rec: Approve as presented. C. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Demand Nos. 83-023 and 83-024. Rec: Approve as presented. D. RESOLUTION NO. 82-124 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH ITS FINDINGS AND AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF REVENUE RECORDS FROM THE CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION THAT HAVE BEEN MICRO -FILMED. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt. E. RESOLUTION NO. 82-125 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH ITS FINDINGSAND AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF FTTFS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING AND SAFETY THAT HAVE BEEN MICROFICHED. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt. F. REQUEST FOR REFUND of Plan Check Fees by R. F. Sweet and Associates in the amount of $808.28. Rec: Approve the request and authorize the City Treasurer to issue a full refund in the amount of $808.28. G. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by The Southland Corporation tor 7-Eleven Food Store, 73-800 Highway 111, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and file. H. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by Morton M. Medway, Walter S. Siporin and Eugene R. Sollman, for An Eating Place, 72-760 El Paseo, Unit 1, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and file. On a motion by Newbrander, second by McPherson, the Consent Calendar was approved unanimously by the members Dresent. - 2 - MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 9, 1982 * :FC :C n * * :iC n * * :C * * :C .. :C * 'n is * * riC `: ;'C * * * itC ;'C -': :'C * * * * VII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A MR. CHARLES TRIPP, Aster Drive, Palm Desert. Mr. Tripp, Chairman of the committee to form a separate school district, requested a vote of support from the City Council on what the committee is trying to do. He stated they now have about 50 active members, with many more in support of them. He noted a meeting will be held September 14, 1982 at the Palm Desert Middle School to kick off a campaign. Mayor Wilson expressed his appreciation for the effort put forth into this feasibility study. He and members of the Council stated they would like more time to study the report. Mayor Wilson, requested this item be put on the September 23rd Agenda. VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. CASE NO. ZOA 08-82 - REQUEST FOR AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 25.56.260 OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COVERED PATIOS. City of Palm Desert, Applicant. Mayor Wilson declared the Public Hearing OPEN and asked for Staff's report. Mr. Diaz stated this request is the result of a letter received from Mr. Richard Raymond regarding problems with the present code for patio structures. By adopting Ordinance No. 317, to amend the present code, it would allow patio covers and their supports to be located to within five feet of the side and rear property lines. He stated this would allow sufficient overhang from the house to obstruct the sun, thereby acting as a conservatior device. He stated the Planning Commission and Staff recom- mended approval by adopting the ordinance. Councilman Newbrander suggested the ordinance should state that the cover could extend only so far. Councilman Snyder stated there should be far better control, and that this would allow building right to the property line. Mr. Diaz stated this amendment would affect quite a few homeowners, especially on the north side. Mayor Wilson invited input for or against. There being none, he declared the Public Hearing CLOSED. Councilman McPherson moved to waive further reading., and adopt Ordinance No. 317. Mayor Wilson seconded. Ordinance No. 317 was denied on a 2-2-1 vote. IX. X. RESOLUTIONS None ORDINANCES For Introduction None For Adoption: None - 3 MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER. 9, 1932 * * * * .. i. .0 * ': * :f * J. :: * * is * * * * * .. * :: * * * * * * * * * * * XI. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER None XII. NEW BUSINESS A. ORDINANCE NO. 318'- AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT AND GRANTING OF FRANCHISES OR PRIVILEGES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF CABLE COMMUNICATION, OR CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEMS AND FURTHER PROVIDING FOR THE CONTINUING REGULATION AND ADMINISTRA- TION OF THESE FRANCHISES AND THE ACTIVITIES RELATIVE TO THEM. Mr. Bouman stated that Coachella Valley Television had asked specifically for a continuance of this ordinance reading to October 14th in order to deal with their home office in the midwest. He suggested in the mean- time, an interim franchise could be prepared for Sunrise Company so their progress would not be delayed. He recom- mended continuance of Ordinance No. 318 to the meeting of October 14, 1982. On a motion by Snyder, second by Newbrander, Ordinance No. 318 was continued to the meeting of October 14, 1982, with the City Manager directed to prepare an interim franchise for Sunrise Company. Motion carried unanimously with the members present. XIII. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. RESOLUTION NO. 82-113 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 81-98, RESOLUTION NO. 81-136, RESOLUTION NO. 82-18, AND THUS ESTABLISHING FOR THE 1932/83 FISCAL YEAR A REVISED TABLE OF SALARY RANGES FOR CLASSIFICATIOFS AND POSITIONS, A REVISED SALARY SCHEDULE, POSITIONS E::E"PT FROM OVERTIME PROVISIONS, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT, AUTO ALLOWANCES, SERVICE CLUB REIMBURSEMENT, PROVISIONS FOR LONGEVITY ADVANCEMENTS, CITY PAYMENT OF THE EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTION TO THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM, MAXIMUM VACATION ACCUMULATION, OBSERVANCE OF HOLIDAYS FALLING ON SATURDAY ON THE PRECEDING FRIDAY, AND A PILOT INCENTIVE PROGRAM TO REWARD EMPLOYEES FOR UNUSED SICK LEAVE. Mr. Bouman stated this resolution had been amended according to the instructions of the last meeting, to reflect a 7.7% across the board increase, with some minor adjustments in salaries. On a motion by McPherson, second by Newbrander, Resolution No. 82-113 was adopted unanimously with the members present. B. RESOLUTION NO. 82-114 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 81-99, AND THUS ESTABLISHING A REVISED TABLE OF AUTHORIZED POSITIONS FOR THE 1982/33 FISCAL YEAR. Mr. Bouman stated this would be a companion resolution, setting classifications and positions by departments. He noted the only change was to add the position of Treasurer Technician, directed towards the large work- load in finance due to the curb and gutters and the administration of monies from the bond issue just approved. On a motion by Newbrander, second by McPherson, Resolution No. 82-114 was adopted unanimously with the members present. - 4 - MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 9, 198: .': ;: :'f ;': * * `S: :': * * ' * • :'f * :': `.': is * * * J;. :': )'.' .': `,: ,. :: ;': * * n :`: `': XIV. OLD BUSINESS None XV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None XVI. REPORTS AND REMARKS A. CITY MANAGER 1. Mr. Bouman expressed his appreciation and that of the employees for the action taken on the salary increase. He stated he felt both the Council and the employees were fair in their actions. 2. Mr. Bouman stated as a result of a request from the Volunteer Firemen, he would recommend a revision of the formula which would increase the compensation and act as an enticement for recruiting new volunteers. On a motion by McPherson, second by Snyder, the City ManagE was instructed to work out a new incentive program for the Volunteer FirE Department. Motion carried unanimously with the members present. B. CITY ATTORNEY None B. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL 1. Mayor Wilson stated he had received a request from residents in the DeAnza/Portola/Alessandro area, who have begun a Neighborhood Watch Program. They requestE additional signs from the City, due to the fact that the Sheriff's Department was unable to provide any morE He stated they would need about six signs at $19.00 eac These would be placed at strategic spots to indicate that the neighborhood is banding together for protectic Mr. Bouman suggested it would be a good idea to order 20 or 30 to have on hand. Mr. McClellan was directed to order additional signs for the Neighborhood Watch Program at Portola/San Pablo/DeAnza/Alessandro areas, and others where interest is indicated. 2. Mayor Wilson suggested a resolution of appreciation be prepared for the City of Rancho Mirage and Steve Birbeck in parti- cular, for all their help in getting the Redevelopment Flood Control Program started. 3. Mayor Wilson suggested a resolution be prepared for Dave Dixon upon his leaving, and also to acknowledge his contribution towards the Flood Control Program. XVII. ADJOURNMENT 0n a motion by McPherson, second by Newbrander, Mayor Wilson adjourned the meeting at 8:08 p.m. S/ ROY WXLSON, MAYOR ATTEST: r /! DEL CLAUSSEN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA