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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-09-13MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBER * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Snyder convened the meeting at 7:05 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilman S. Roy Wilson III. INVOCATION - Councilmember Phyllis Jackson IV. ROLL CALL Present: Excused Absence: Councilmember Phyllis Jackson Councilman S. Roy Wilson Mayor Walter H. Snyder Also Present: Mayor Pro-Tempore Richard S. Kelly Councilman Romeo S. Puluqi Bruce A. Altman, City Manager Lance Eldred, Deputy City Attorney Sheila R. Gilligan, City Clerk Barry R. McClellan, Director of Public Works Ramon Diaz, Director of Environmental Services V. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS A. PROCLAMATION Declaring the week of October 7, 1984, through October 13, 1984, as "FIRE PREVENTION WEEK". Mayor Snyder read the proclamation declaring the week of October 7, 1984, through October 13, 1984, as "Fire Prevention Week" in the City of Palm Desert. B. REQUEST FOR APPOINTMENT of Mrs. Patricia Moorten to the Palm Desert Museum Committee. With concurrence of the Councilmembers present, Mrs. Patricia Moorten was appointed to the Palm Desert Museum Committee. C. APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER to Fill Vacancy Created by Expiration of Term (Continued from August 23, 1984). Mayor Snyder stated that as appointments to the Planning Commission require a 4/5ths majority vote of the Council and there were only three Councilmembers present, this matter would have to be continued to the meeting of September 27, 1984. The Councilmembers present concurred. D. APPOINTMENT TO SCAG TRANSPORTATION PLANNING COMMITTEE With concurrence of the Councilmembers present, Mayor Pro-Tempore Richard S. Kelly and Barry McClellan were appointed to represent the City on the Southern California Association of Governments Transportation Planning Committee. VI. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the Regular City Council Meeting of August 23, 1984. Rec: Approve as presented. MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * B. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Demand Nos. 85-022, 85-023, and 85-024. Rec: Approve as presented. C. MONTHLY REPORT FROM RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT for Month of July, 1984. Rec: Receive and file. D. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE BY PEOPLEFEEDERS, INC. FOR SQUARE PAN PIZZA, 72-840 HWY 111, SPACE D-150, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA. Rec: Receive and file. E. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE BY GORDONA AND SLOBODAN SIPOVAC FOR OUR PLACE, 73-260 el, PASEO, #1A, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA. Rec: Receive and file. F. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE BY ANTHONY L. RICCIO FOR PORTA D'ITALIA, 73-703 HWY 111, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA. Rec: Receive and file. G. REQUEST FOR PRORATED REFUND of Past Fiscal Year 1983-84 Business License, Barbara Wagner, Palms of the Desert Massage, Applicant. Rec: Approve the request and authorize a refund of $37.50. H. RESOLUTION NO. 84-120 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH ITS FINDINGS AND, AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF FILES FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING AND SAFETY THAT HAVE BEEN MICROFILMED. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt. I. RESOLUTION NO. 84-121 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH ITS FINDINGS AND AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF FILES FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING AND SAFETY THAT HA E4 BI EN MICROFILMED. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt. J. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL. of Final Parcel Map 19978, Ernest W. Hahn, Applicant. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 84-122. K. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY by Bert Lurtn, 72-750 "D" Cactus Ct., Palm Desert, in the Amount of $76.82. Rec: Deny the claim and instruct the City Clerk to so advise the Claimant. L. RESOLUTION NO. 84-123 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO HOLD A JOINT PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AND DIRECTING PUBLICATION AND MAILING OF NOTICE. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt. -2- MINUTES _ REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Upon motion by Wilson, second by Jackson, the Consent Calendar was approved as presented, with the exception of Item K, which was removed and referred to the City Attorney for his report and recommendation. Motion carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. VII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A MR. ALEX ADAMEK addressed the Council and stated that he was the owner of a parcel of land on Hovley Lane which he had listed for sale. He said that he was having trouble selling the land because the lots adjoining his were filled with debris, including cement and asphalt. He had contacted the Code Enforcement Department several times and felt that something should have been done about this problem. Code Enforcement Director Frank Allen responded that he had contacted the owners of the lots and sent them notices of abatement. The owners asked for permission to bury the debris due to the cost of removing it. Mr. Allen stated that he had discussed this with Mr. McClellan who advised that it would require a written report from a soils engineer, and this had not been done up to that time. Mr. McClellan stated that if a soils report was not done, it might possibly render that land undevelopable. MAYOR WALTER SNYDER noted that there were several students from Indio High School present to observe the Council meeting. VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PURSUANT TO MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 25.37, SPECIFYING TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF A 12 UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT CONTAINING 3 UNITS AFFORDABLE TO MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAN PABLO AND SANTA ROSA. RALPH SANTOPIETRO AND CHARLES L. MARTIN, APPLICANTS. Mayor Snyder declared the public hearing open and asked for Staff's report. Mr. Diaz reviewed the Staff report in detail, noting that the property is currently allowed nine dwelling units according to code. Approval of this development agreement will increase the number of dwelling units to 12, with three of the units to be reserved for moderate income households. He also showed video tape of the project area, noting a wooden fence on the south side of the property which would be replaced with concrete block. Mayor Snyder invited input in FAVOR of this request. MR. CHARLES MARTIN, 73-725 El Paseo, Palm Desert, stated that the developer had agreed to replace the wooden fence with concrete block by the pool. Mayor Snyder invited input in OPPOSITION to this request, and none was offered. He declared the public hearing closed. Upon motion by Jackson, second by Wilson, Ordinance No. 393 was passed to second reading by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. -3- MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CHANGE OF ZONE FROM PR-7 AND R-2 (7) S.P. TO AHD PR-16, A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP, PRECISE PLAN, DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, TO ALLOW A 48 UNIT CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT ON THREE ACRES CONTAINING TEN UNITS AFFORDABLE BY LOWER INCOME ELDERLY HOUSEHOLDS TO BE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF PARKVIEW DRIVE AND FAIRHAVEN DRIVE. ROBERT L. WARD, CHARLES MARTIN, AND PETE BILLINGTON AND ASSOCIATES, APPLICANTS. Mayor Snyder declared the public hearing open and asked for Staff's report. Mr. Diaz reported that this change of zone is for a three -acre parcel on the southeast corner of Parkview Drive and Fairhaven Drive. The applicant would be setting aside ten 16 square foot two -bedroom units for lower' income senior citizens at a maximum price of $45,000. The minimum age of the principal resident will be 55 years, and the unit must be the sole residence - of the principal occupant. Also, the maximum annual household income from all sources, including social security and retirement, must not exceed $16,050 for the first 120 days of sale. Mr. Diaz stated that an additional condition is that the applicant be required to cul-de-sac Fairhaven so that there would be no through traffic from Parkview to Fred Waring Drive. Also, prior to recordation of the final map, the applicant would be required to provide evidence of clear title. Mayor Snyder invited input in FAVOR of this request. MR. CHARLES MARTIN, 73-725 El Paseo, Palm Desert, stated that he was the architect for the project and offered to answer any questions the Council might have. MR. HANK CLARK, 73-183 Willow, Palm Desert, stated that he had gotten involved in this because of the Seniors Center. He stated that one of the problems the Seniors have is finding adequate housing. He had looked at this project, and it was his feeling that this apartment complex was ideal for older citizens. Mayor Snyder invited input in OPPOSITION to this request, and the following people spoke: MR. DEAN COLE, 72-010 Eagle, felt the Council made a decision at a previous meeting not to grant any additional density bonuses for projects and that they should not make exceptions. MR. TERRY NICHOLSON, 72-860 San Juan, stated his opposition to the rezoning of this land. MR. WAHLBERG, 72-764 San Juan, stated his concern about where the water from heavy rains would go. He was also concerned about the noise and lights from people playing tennis at nights as well as the extra traffic in that area and felt that it would be bad for children. MS. KIM KEELY, 72-760 San Juan, objected to the density increase. She felt that there were too many density bonuses granted already and that the Council should move more slowly in granting additional increases. MR. GLEN STEELMAN, 72-890 Mimosa, felt that the current zoning was more than adequate. He also was concerned about drainage, as the streets are narrow, with no curbs or sidewalks. MR. RICHARD WOOD, 43-827 Acacia, stated that although he had nothing against the project itself, he felt that it was in the wrong place. He also felt that approval would set a precedent to combine other lots and do the same type of thing. -4- MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * MR. MICHAEL MAY, 72-808 San Juan, objected to increased density in the San Juan area. MR. JACK TOLAR, Acacia Drive, stated his objection to density bonus. Mayor Snyder invited REBUTTAL to any of the previous statements. MR. CHARLES MARTIN stated that the City would not be buying up other lots in the area and developing them, so this would not set a precedent, which was a concern of Mr. Wood. The developer will cul- de-sac Fairhaven, which should eliminate through traffic. Any runoff water would be routed down to Parkview or Fairhaven and would not run onto any of the adjoining properties. The night lights on the tennis courts would be on timers, so there should not be any problems with people playing tennis late into the nights. He further , noted that this_ property was a multi -zoned property to begin with and expressed his hope that the Council would see fit to approve the project. Mayor Snyder declared the public hearing closed. Councilman Wilson expressed his concern with putting this kind of density adjacent to R-1 with three units to the acre. It was his feeling that although it was a nice looking project, it just was not compatible with the surrounding area. Councilmember Jackson felt that the cul-de-sac on Fairhaven needed more attention. She felt that to close a North/South street that would provide access between two major roads would be a mistake. She concurred on the zoning matter because she felt that people do rely on existing zoning to protect them when they purchase homes. She felt that if the developer wanted to provide additional units for the elderly, then the density bonus should be based on the existing zoning, with only 26 units total. Mayor Snyder concurred with Councilmember Jackson that the development should stay within the current zoning for the density bonus. Mr. Diaz stated that Council might wish to direct Staff to prepare a resolution denying the change of zone for the reasons that it is inconsistent with the General Plan and the incompatibility of the project with the existing surroundings. This resolution would be before the Council at its next meeting. Upon motion by Wilson, second by Jackson, Staff was directed to prepare a resolution denying a change of zone, precise plan, tentative tract map, development agreement, and negative declaration of environmental impact. Motion carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. C. RE9UEST FOR VACATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY ADJACENT TO TRACT 14645. Mayor Snyder declared the public hearing open and asked for Staff's report. Mr. Altman reported that this was a request from the owner of Tract 14645 to vacate a ten -foot -wide strip of right-of-way on the south side of Homestead Road between Highway 74 and Ocotillo Drive. It was Staff's belief that there is no public need for this right-of-way. Mayor Snyder invited input in FAVOR of this request, and none was offered. He invited input in OPPOSITION to this request. MR. C.S. NEAL McLEAN, 72-710 Homestead Road, expressed his concern that this would take ten feet away from Homestead Road and make it more narrow. -5- MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING — SEPTEMBER 1'3, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mr. McClellan responded that it was the City's desire to have Homestead Road align with the existing curbs and gutters at the intersection on Ocotillo, and this would alleviate a potentially dangerous situation if it were to be developed as it is currently. Mayor Snyder declared the public hearing closed. Upon motion by Wilson, second by Jackson, Resolution No. 84-125 was adopted by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. IX. RESOLUTIONS None X. ORDINANCES For Introduction: A. ORDINANCE NO. 395 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 10.26.010 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO ESTABLISHING NEW SPEED ZONES. Mr. Altman reported that this had been discussed in Study Session and recommended that the matter be continued to the meeting of September 27, 1984. Upon motion by Jackson, second by Wilson, Ordinance No. 395 was continued to the meeting of September 27, 1984, by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. For Adoption: A. ORDINANCE NO. 392 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, CREATING A PARKING AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA PURSUANT TO THE PARKING AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA LAW OF 1979. Mr. Altman reported that a letter had been received from Charles Martin, Architect, a professional whose business address is on El Paseo. The letter stated that it was a pleasure and an honor for them to be a part of the improvement area program. Included with the letter was a check in the amount of $100.00, and Mr. Martin urged other professionals to do the same. Mayor Snyder invited input in FAVOR or OPPOSITION to this ordinance. MR. CHARLES MARTIN, 70-725 El Paseo, stated his feeling that all of the businesses on El Paseo benefit from having the El Paseo address; therefore, they should all be included in this improvement area, and $100.00 was not too much to pay. Upon motion by Jackson, second by Wilson, Ordinance No. 392 was adopted by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. XI. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER N one XII. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF BID FOR A NEW TURF SWEEPING MACHINE. Mr. Altman reported that four bids had been received and opened on September 4, 1984. One was disqualified due to non-compliance with bid requirements. The lowest responsible bidder was Toro Pacific Distributing, and it was Staff's recommendation that the bid be awarded to them. -6- MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Councilmember Jackson moved to, by Minute Motion, award the bid for a new turf sweeping machine to Toro Pacific Distributing in the amount of $16,907.00 (Agreement No. 00-009). Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. B. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF BID FOR NEW TRAFFIC STRIPING MACHINE. Mr. Altman reported that four bids were received and opened on September 4, 1984. The lowest responsible bidder was Unimasco, Inc., and it was Staff's recommendation that the bid be awarded to this company. Councilmember Wilson moved to, by Minute Motion, award the bid for a new traffic striping machine to Unimasco, Inc. in the amount of $20,608.30 (Agreement No. 00-010). Motion was seconded by Jackson and carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. C. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF BID FOR NEW ONE -TON UTILITY FLATBED TRUCK. Mr. Altman reported that two bids were received and opened on September 4, 1984, with the lowest bidder Mac Magruder Chevrolet. Councilmember Wilson moved to, by Minute Motion, award the bid for a new one -ton utility flatbed truck to Mac Magruder Chevrolet in the amount of $1,4,176.55 (Agreement No. 00-011). Motion was seconded by Jackson and carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. D. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO 1983-84 STREET OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CONTRACT 1078). Mr. Altman reported that this was discussed in Study Session. This would be for additional patch paving on portions of Highway 111 and Highway 74 frontage roads, and Staff was requesting that the cost be covered by an additional encumbrance to the contract fund. Councilmember Jackson moved to, by Minute Motion, approve Change Order No. 1 to Contract 1078 and authorize the encumbrance of an additional $20,664, for this contract. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. E. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIPMENT (CONTRACT NO. 1061). Mr. Altman reported that only one bid was received for this equipment acquisition contract, and it was received late. However, since the bid was in the amount of $22,362, which was fairly low, and all other bid requirements had been fulfilled, Staff recommended that the time requirement for bid presentation be waived and the contract awarded to the bidder, Ameron Pole Products Division. Councilmember Jackson moved to, by Minute Motion, waive the time requirement for the bid opening and award Contract No. 1061 for the purchase of traffic signal equipment to Ameron. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanirnous vote of the Councilmembers present. F. REQUEST FOR ENDORSEMENT OF FUND RAISING PLANS OF THE FAMILY Y OF THE DESERT AND PALM DESERT YOUTH CENTER TO CONSTRUCT THEIR MUCH NEEDED PLANNED FACILITIES. Mr. Altman reported that this had been discussed in detail in the Study Session and that staff recommended the three actions as stated on the Agenda with the additional recommendation that the $200,000 funding for each organization to be contingent upon both agencies showing evidence of their ability to fund other portions of their projects, -7- MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Councilman Wilson moved to approve the recommendation endorsing the fund raising drives of the Family Y of the Desert and the Palm Desert Youth Centel' but to continue the other two items ($200,000 funding for street widening requirements and directing staff to hold public hearings for a conditional use permit for the construction.of a youth center at Rutledge and Magnesia Falls) and refer them to the Parks and Recreation Commission for its complete report and recommendation as to the extent oif the City's involvement. Mr. Diaz reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission had discussed this matter at its meeting that morning and that it had endorsed both programs and concepts and endorsed the recommendations submitted to the Council. Upon question by Councilman Wilson, Mr. Diaz responded that the Commission had not discussed the its prior recommendation that the City not provide public facilities unless those facilities were open to everyone. Councilman Wilson amended his motion to approve recommendation #2 directing staff to hold public hearings for a conditional use permit for the construction of a youth center at Rutledge and Magnesia Falls; and approve recommendation #3 waiving further reading and adopting Resolution No. 84-126 endorsing the fund raising drives of the Family Y of the Desert and Palm Desert Youth Center. He further moved to continue recommendation #1 to the meeting of October 11, 1984, which directed staff to appropriate funding for public improvements of the Family Y facility not to exceed $200,000.00 for street widening requirements, sidewalks, and appropriate landscaping and parking in the San Pablo Park and referring this matter to the Parks and Recreation Commission for its comments and recommendation. Motion was seconded by Jackson and carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. G. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING AREA AND WORK PROGRAM FOR NORTH HIGHWAY 111 SPECIFIC PLAN Mr. Diaz stated that this had been discussed in detail in Study Session, noting that the name was changed to Palma Village Specific Plan in order to avoid any confusion regarding frontage roads. Councilmember Jackson moved to, by Minute Motion, direct Staff to proceed with the plan. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. H. UPDATE ON FRINGE -TOED LIZARD HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN. Mr. Altman recommended that this item be continued to the meeting of October 25, 1984, so that the matter could be discussed at the General Assembly meeting of the Coachella Valley Association of Governments. Councilmember Jackson moved to continue this matter to the meeting of October 25, 1984. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. I. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE FAY PROGRAM. Mr. Altman reported that this had been discussed in detail in Study Session and recommended approval. Councilman Wilson stated his concern with the incentive pay program being built into the salary schedule. Mr. Altman responded that this would only be for this year, and more information would be available next year. Councilman Wilson moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 84-127. Motion was seconded by Mayor Snyder and carried by a 2-1-2 vote, with Councilman Wilson voting NO and Councilmen Kelly and Puluqi ABSENT. -8- MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *.* * * 3. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL FOR THE CITY TO RETAIN DR. MAURICE S. NADRIDGE AS THE CITY PHYSICIAN. Mr. Altman reported that this had been discussed in Study Session and recommended that $3,000 be appropriated into an account to cover annual physicals rather than semi-annual. Councilman Wilson stated that he felt there might be other doctors in the valley who might be interested in bidding on this type of service. Councilmember Jackson stated she felt it might be an insult to ask doctors to submit bids for medical services. She added that Dr. Nadridge was a well known physician in the area and that the Council owed him the courtesy of making a decision on this matter at this time. Mr. McAllister, Administrative Services Officer, stated that Dr. Nadridge would be working with City employees on a wellness program and recommended that the proposal be accepted by the City. Councilmember Jackson moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize staff to retain Dr. Maurice S. Nadridge as the City's physician. Mayor Snyder agreed with Councilman Wilson that other physicians might be interested in providing this type of service and suggested that inquiries be made of several other physicians. Mayor Snyder stated he would second the motion if it was amended to direct Mr. McAllister to investigate the possibility of other physicians being interested in providing this type of service. Councilmember Jackson agreed to amend her motion as stated, and Mayor Snyder seconded the amended motion. Motion carried by a 2-1-2 vote, with Councilman Wilson voting NO and Councilmen Kelly and Puluqi ABSENT. MAYOR SNYDER CALLED A RECESS AT 10:00 P.M. AND RECONVENED THE MEETING AT 10:15 P.M. XIII. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. RESOLUTION NO. 84-116 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS ON PROPERTY OWNERS IN SAID CITY FOR ABATEMENT OF WEEDS AND OTHER NUISANCES. (Continued from meeting of August 23, 1984.) Mr. Altman reported that a check had been received from the property owner and, therefore, recommended that this item be withdrawn. With Council concurrence, Resolution No. 84-116 was WITHDRAWN by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL COMPANY TO DESIGN AND PROVIDE MATERIAL FOR CITY HOLIDAY LIGHTING AND DECORATING PROGRAM. AGREEMENT NO. 00-007. (Continued from meeting of August 23, 1984-) Mr. Altman reported that this had been discussed in detail in Study Session. The following people spoke in FAVOR of the City's participation in the Christmas decorating program as members of the Christmas Decoration Committee: Bea Howorth, Pat Redy, Lois Bradstreet, Sandy Baum, and Mark Madura. Mr. Ed Benson spoke with regard to the Christmas trees which had been purchased with City contributions several years ago. He spoke in OPPOSITION to the use of these tress as supplemental decorations in this new program. -9- MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *.* * * * * * Councilmember Jackson moved to appropriate $25,000 for the Holiday Lighting Program, to be done as recommended by the Committee and including decorating of public rights -of -way and public buildings, subject to approval by both the City Attorney and Finance Director. Councilman Wilson seconded the motion but objected to the $25,000 amount in that he felt the City was committing to future funding. Councilmember Jackson amended her motion to an amount not to exceed $20,000. Councilman Wilson seconded the amended motion, and the motion carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. C. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF NEW FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY TELEVISION. Mr. Altman recommended that this item be continued to the meeting of September 27, 1984, inasmuch as the Assistant City Manager Carlos Ortega was not able to attend this meeting. Upon motion by Wilson, second by Jackson, this matter was continued to the meeting of September 27, 1984, by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. D. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF PILOT PROGRAM TO CONTROL COCKROACHES IN THE SEWER SYSTEM. Mr. Altman reported that the Coachella Valley Water District would be implementing a program to control cockroaches in the sewer system and, therefore, no action was required by the Council. XIV. OLD BUSINESS None XV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - B None XVI. REPORTS AND REMARKS A. CITY MANAGER 1. GOLF CART PARADE Mr. Altman reported that there was discussion at Study Session relative to the City's participation in the Golf Cart Parade. He recommended that an amount not to exceed $300 be appropriated from the Unappropriated Reserve to pay for the City's float. Councilmember Jackson moved to approve the appropriation of an amount not to exceed $300 from the Unappropriated Reserve for the City's float in the Golf Cart Parade. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. 2. SENIOR CENTER STREET IMPROVEMENTS Mr. Altman reported that this had been discussed at Study Session. He stated that the estimated cost of the street improvements was $17,000 and that $17,500 had been budgeted. He recommended the Council authorize staff to advertise and call for bids for that project. Councilmember Jackson moved to authorize staff to advertise and call for bids for the Senior Center Street Improvement project. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present. B. CITY ATTORNEY N one -10- MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 1984 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * C. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL 1. COACHELLA VALLEY TELEVISION FRANCHISE Councilman Wilson asked that staff be directed to contact Coachella Valley Television prior to the September 27, 1985, meeting relative to complaints and lack of service. He felt the City should be informed as to how much longer it would take to correct these problems and how they were planning to handle them. 2. Mayor Snyder asked that everyone note the future meetings listed on the agenda. XVII. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion by Jackson, second by Wilson, and unanimous vote of the Councilmembers present, Mayor Snyder adjourned the meeting at 11:40 p.m. ATTEST: /: `I � / SHEILA R. GILLIGAN, CIT CLERK CITY OF PALM DESERT+. ALIFORNIA WALTER H. SNYDER, MAY -11-