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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-09-251 1 1 MINUTES ADJOURNED/REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBER • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kelly convened the meeting at 4:30 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilman Snyder III. INVOCATION - Councllmember Benson IV. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Jean M. Benson Councilman Walter H. Snyder Councilman S. Roy Wilson Mayor Richard S. Kelly Also Present: Bruce A. Altman, City Manager David Yrigoyen, Administrative Assistant Doug Phillips, Deputy City Attorney Sheila R. Gilligan, City Clerk Kirby J. Warner, Director of General Services Steve Smith, Associate Planner Richard J. Folkers, Director of Public Works V. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the Regular/Adjourned City Council Meeting of September 11, 1986. Rec: Approve as presented. B. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Warrant Nos. WR0815, WR0818, and WR0823. Rec: Approve as presented. MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 a • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • a • • a a • • C. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by House of Japan, 72-221 Highway 111, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and file. D. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY (Claim No. 026) by Doris Jo Cordano in the Amount of $500,000. Rec: Deny the Claim and Instruct the City Clerk to so Advise the Claimant. E. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Change Order No. 3 to Design Services Contract for C.O.D. Ballfield Project (Contract No. 00-014). Rec: By Minute Motion, approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $1,060.00. F. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL to Refund $12,256.96 to National Mortgage and Land for Plumbing Permits. Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the request and authorize staff to refund $12,256.96 to National Mortgage and Land for plumbing permits for 144 units which were not started. G. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL to Refund $12,321.16 to National Mortage and Land for Electrical Permits. Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the request and authorize staff to refund $12,321.16 to National Mortgage and Land for electrical permits for 144 units which were not started. H. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL to Refund $6,212.48 to National Mortgage and Land for Mechanical Permits. Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the request and authorize staff to refund $6,212.48 to National Mortage and Land for mechanical permits for 144 units which were not started. 2 1 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 a • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • I. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF BID for Tri-Blade Front Deck Riding Mower. Rec: By Minute Motion, award the bid for the purchase of the tri-blade front deck riding mower for park maintenance to Valley Wide Equipment Rentals/Sales in the amount of $10,333.64. Mayor Kelly asked that Item C be removed from the Agenda for discussion under Section IX, Consent Items Held Over. Upon motion by Benson, second by Snyder, the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item C, was approved as submitted by unanimous vote of the Council. VI. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A MR. BILL WARE, 73-891 Masson Street, Palm Desert, addressed the Council relative to the possibility of installing a traffic signal at Rutledge and Portola. He stated that after meeting with Councilman Snyder at the previous Kaffeeklatsch and with Mr. Folkers at a subsequent meeting, it was his understanding that once a new traffic study had been completed he would have an opportunity to address the Council before a final decision was made. Mr. Folkers stated that he had met with residents in that area and indicated to them that because of their concerns, a very comprehensive study would be conducted from the Whitewater Wash down to Fred Waring. He also advised them that before taking any action, a report would be submitted to the Council out- lining the results of that study and available options. Councilmember Benson stated that she would like to see side- walks put in on the west side of Portola from Rutledge to Magnesia Falls. Mr. Folkers responded that this entire area would be looked at. Mayor Kelly advised Mr. Ware that his group would be contacted so that they could review the study once it is completed. He added that the residents would also have an opportunity to speak to the Council before any final decision was made. 3 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Mayor Kelly asked Mr. Waring about the mural in the Council Chamber, noting that the Council had received numerous inquiries as to when it would be completed. Mr. Ware responded that in his opinion the mural was completed already and that it reflected his feeling about the looks of the desert. He stated that he would be adding a Fringe -Toed Lizard to the mural in the near future since he had promised Phyllis Jackson that he would do so. MR. RICHARD OLIPHANT, 77-900 Avenue of the States, spoke as a representative of the CTKO project on Country Club Drive which had been approved by the Planning Commission. He added that this project had been called up by Councilman Wilson and that he would like to address the Council at such time as this project was discussed. Mayor Kelly assured Mr. Oliphant that he would be allowed to speak at that time. VII. RESOLUTIONS None VIII. ORDINANCES For Introduction: A. ORDINANCE NO. 474 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 456 RELATING TO MOBILE HOME PARK RENT REVIEW. Mr. Altman stated that this would allow the City Attorney to defend the City in any court action relative to the Rent Control ordinance and allow the City to collect court costs and reasonable attorney fees in defending this action. Upon question by Councilmember Benson, Mr. Altman confirmed that this amendment was necessary because it was omitted from the previous ordinance. Upon motion by Benson, second by Wilson, and unanimous vote of the Council, Ordinance No. 474 was passed to second reading. 4 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • For Adoption: None IX. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER C. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by House of Japan, 72-221 Highway 111, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and file. Mayor Kelly stated that this was removed from the Consent Calendar because the procedure for handling these applications was now different. Mrs. Gilligan stated that the recommendation should include direction to staff to notify the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control that the City requires a Conditional Use Permit before they issue the license. Upon motion by Wilson, second by Snyder, and unanimous vote of the Council, Item C was approved as recommended by Mrs. Gilligan. X. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF FORMATION OF NORTH SPHERE SPECIFIC PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE. Mr. Altman reviewed the staff report dated September 15, 1986, and offered to answer any questions. Councilman Snyder moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize the formation of the North Sphere Specific Plan Advisory Committee and appointments as outlined in the staff memo dated September 15, 1986. Motion was seconded by Councilman Wilson. Councilmember Benson stated she felt this committee should also include a member of the 2000 Open Space Committee. Councilman Snyder amended his motion to include a member of the 2000 Open Space Committee on the North Sphere Specific Plan Advisory Committee. Councilman Wilson agreed with the amendment and seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 5 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO REPROGRAM IITH YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ALLOCATION. Mr. Altman reviewed the staff report and noted that Mr. Ortega would be available during the 7:00 p.m. portion of the meeting to answer any questions. It was Council's concurrence that this item be continued to the 7:00 p.m. portion of the meeting. C. INFORMATIONAL PRESENTATION BY WESSEX DEVELOPMENT COMPANY. Mr. Bruce Utterback of Wessex Development Company addressed the Council relative to a 40 acre parcel located at the northeast corner of Country Club Drive and Monterey Avenue and the proposed development of a shopping center to include a Target Store. He said that Target Stores was part of the Dayton Hudson Corporation, as was Mervyn's. He added that they had indicated the location met with their requirements and this would be the only store they would put in the area. He stated that sales in the second or third year would be comparable to May Co. and Bullocks and that 5% of the pre-tax earnings would be put back into the community from the store through the Dayton Hudson Foundation and charitable organizations. He asked for comments from the Council and stated he realized that formal application was necessary in the future but that he would like some input from the Council. He offered to answer any questions. Councilman Wilson stated that although he liked the Target Store and its design, he was concerned with the location because it was contrary to the General Plan which was not to have major commercial, but neighborhood commercial, in that area. He asked if the developer had looked elsewhere for a suitable location. Mr. Utterback responded that they liked this parcel because of the 40 acres and because the closer you get to Highway 111 the higher ticket retail environment you get into, which a Target Store could not support. He added that they did not wish to put this type of store by the Palm Desert Town Center but somewhere where it can serve the whole valley. He stated they had looked at other 6 1 1 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • places in the valley but felt Palm Desert was the heart of the valley and would be the best location. Upon question by Councilman Wilson, Mr. Utterback indicated that he had spoken with Allison Massa of Wallace, Roberts, & Todd (WRT), the planning firm hired by the City to study the North Sphere area, approximately a month previously about their intentions. He felt the area was ready for this type of development at this time. Councilman Wilson stated that the City was very dependent upon the study being conducted by WRT and suggested that the developer work very closely with the planning firm inasmuch as he would not want to make any decisions until the study was completed. Councilmember Benson suggested that the developer also make a presentation to the Economic Advisory Committee. Mr. Utterback stated he would be on hand after the meeting to answer questions anyone might have regarding the site plan and what was being proposed. XI. CONTINUED BUSINESS None XII. OLD BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Traffic Signal Installation at Country Club Drive and Palm Desert Greens Entrance. Mr. Altman reviewed the staff report, noting that the County was anxious to see a signal installed in that area, and he recommended that the Council require that the City be held harmless if this signal is indeed put in. Mr. Folkers added that this signal would be coordinated with adjacent traffic signals. Councilman Wilson stated he was concerned with putting in another signal on Country Club and felt this should wait until the signal at Portola and Country Club was operating. 7 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Mr. Folkers responded that it would be another two or three months before that signal was functioning because of utility lines in the area. Councilman Snyder agreed with the staff report that the City's share be no more than one-third of the cost, °which he felt would be a reasonable amount for the City to pay. He added that he agreed a Hold Harmless Agreement was necessary. Mayor Kelly stated that with 1,900 units in Palm Desert Greens, he did not feel the signal at Portola would take care of the tremendous amount of traffic from there. He agreed that the City should be held harmless but also felt something should definitely be done in that location. Councilmember Benson stated that before another signal was installed on Country Club, she would like to see new exits created at Palm Desert Greens and would not mind if there was an exit onto Portola and one to the side on Frank Sinatra. Mr. Folkers stated that staff would contact the County and advise them of the Council's concerns. Councilmember Benson moved to continue this item to the meeting of October 23, 1986, and to direct staff to contact County Counsel to work out the legal ramifications of the Hold Harmless Agreement and report back to the Council. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. B. REQUEST FOR FUNDING BY THE PALM DESERT HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Mr. Altman stated that there was a memo and background information in the packets and offered to answer any questions. Councilman Snyder moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the request and appropriate $22,878 from the General Fund Unobligated Reserve to the Palm Desert Historical Society and instruct staff to bring back an Agreement for Contributions for Community Agencies. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 8 1 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • XIII. REPORTS AND REMARKS A. CITY MANAGER 1. Proposition 64 SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 Mr. Altman reviewed a letter dated September 10, 1986, which had been received from a Councilmember from the City of West Hollywood requesting that the Palm Desert City Council adopt a resolution opposing the proposed LaRouche Initiative (Proposition 64) regarding Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) , which will appear on the November 4, 1986, ballot. Councilman Snyder moved to, by Minute Motion, refer this matter to staff for report and recommendation. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 2. Call Up of CTKO Project Mr. Altman reminded the Council that Mr. Oliphant wished to speak on this matter. Councilman Wilson stated that he had called this item up because of the confusion between institutional usage and senior overlay. He added that he had looked at the project and staff report and no longer had the concerns. Mr. Smith stated that the notices had not yet been mailed to property owners but that the legal notice had been delivered to the Palm Desert Post for publication on September 26, 1986. Mrs. Gilligan contacted the Palm Desert Post and was advised that it was possible to pull the legal notice. With that, Councilman Wilson withdrew his request to call up this project, and Mrs. Gilligan notified the Palm Desert Post that the legal notice should be pulled from the September 26 edition. 9 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • B. CITY ATTORNEY None C. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL I. Marrakesh Country Club Traffic Signal Councilmember Benson stated she had received three calls from people returning to the desert and inquiring whether or not they would receive any assistance this year in getting the traffic in their area slowed down. She added that the turn lane helps but does not really slow down the traffic. Mr. Folkers responded that because a signal and a four way stop in that area were not warranted, they could not be put in with public funds but that Vintage and Marrakesh could pay for installation of a traffic signal if they shared the cost. He added that he would continue working with them to resolve the issue. 2. Councilmember Benson expressed concern with traffic on the frontage road at the corner of Shadow Hi 1 is where John's Restaurant is located. She stated that when large trucks park on both sides of the street, a blind corner is created which is very dangerous. She asked if the curbs could be painted red so that no parking would be allowed and the view would not be obstructed. Mr. Folkers stated that he would look into this situation. XIV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - 8 None Mayor Kelly adjourned the meeting at 5:55 p.m. for dinner. He reconvened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. XV. COMPLETION OF ITEMS HELD OVER FROM 4:30 P.M. SESSION 10 1 1 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO REPROGRAM 11TH YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ALLOCATION. Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the transfer of the City's 1985/86 Community Development Block Grant Allocation of $93,500 from San Pablo Park to the College of the Desert Child Care Center and Training Facility. NOTE: SEE ITEM IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING LAST PUBLIC HEARING. XVI. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - C None XVII. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS A. RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION TO MASTERS CHUCK LANGWELL AND CLARKE LANGWELL FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE. Mayor Kelly read the proclamation in its entirety and presented both Clarke and Chuck with an original. He commended them for their quick thinking and action in assisting their neighbor. He noted that our country's future lies in the hands of our youth and after meeting these two, our future looks pretty bright. XVIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A PROPOSED "ART IN PUBLIC PLACES" ORDINANCE AND RELATED DEVELOPMENT FEE (Continued from Meeting of August 28, 1986). Mr. Altman stated that this hearing had been continued to allow staff and the City Attorney time to work out some technical details. The ordinance before the Council was modified in an attempt to clarify when fees were to be collected and to whom they would be paid. In addition to the changes in the document, he noted that the Director of Building and Safety had prepared further clarification in a memo to the City Council. This clarification was to the wording dealing with condominiums and single-family residences. He recommended that the Council include this new wording as an amendment to the ordinance. 11 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 . * . . * . * * . . . . . . . . . . * . . . . . . Mr. Alex Yaron, Chairman of the Civic Arts Committee, stated that the ordinance before the Council reflected many hours of hard work by the committee. He said the City, by enacting such a fee and program, would be a trend setter in the Valley. He concluded his remarks by stating that the City needed to look at its cultural offerings and this program was a big step forward in providing them. Mayor Kelly noted the public hearing was open and invited public testimony. The following spoke in opposition to the adoption of the ordinance: MR. JACK CORKHILL, representing the Building Industry Association, spoke in opposition to the ordinance stating that construction was already bearing the cost of many public benefits and had been ever since the passage of Proposition 13. He noted that to build a $150,000 home, the City already charged $6,500 in the form of 37 different fees. Because the owner ultimately paid that price, the fee only increased the overall cost of housing. He concluded by stating that building a home did not adversely impact the artistic quality of the City and encouraged the Council to defeat the ordinance. MR. JIM RESNEY, Sunrise Company, 75-005 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, opposed the fee on the basis that the building industry was already bearing the brunt of too many now. He noted the school impact fees, the fringe -toed lizard fee, drainage fees, and park fees. He also stated that it was not fair for the new residents to foot the bill for what existing residents would also enjoy. He asked the Council to reconsider imposing still another one. With no further testimony offered, Mayor Kelly closed the public hearing. Mr. Altman stated that for a single-family home of $150,000, the 1/4 of 17. fee would amount to $125. Mayor Kelly said that with regard to new residents footing the bill, the City had already placed $200,000 into an endowment fund as the existing residents' share so it was not accurate to state that only new residents would pay. In addition, all public facilities built in the future would be assessed. 12 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Councilman Wilson agreed that current residents were paying a fair share by the City's contribution of $200,000. He said that everyone in the community, including visitors we are trying to attract, would benefit from the quality of life this program would bring. Councilman Snyder said it was hard to be against a program of this nature, but he voiced his concern about continuing to add fees which burden the building industry. However, if the City was going to be the high class community it wanted to be, it had to have programs such as these. Upon motion by Wilson, second by Snyder, Ordinance No. 473 as amended was passed to second reading by a 4-0 vote of the Council. 8. CONSIDERATION OF EXTENSION OF CONSTRUCTION MORATORIUM FOR NORTH SPHERE AREA. Mayor Kelly declared the public hearing open and asked for staff's report. Deputy City Attorney Doug Phillips reported that the City Council could extend the current moratorium for 10 months and 15 days but only with a 4/5 vote of the Council. In addition, the ordinance extending the moratorium would have to include findings determining that the moratorium was necessary for public health, safety, and welfare. MS. ALLISON MASSA of the City's consulting firm, Wallace, Roberts, and Todd, addressed the Council saying her firm was working with not only the City but the property owners in the area In an attempt to encompass all goals, ideals, and dreams. She said it was difficult to mesh ownership, usage, etc. into a cohesive, integral, and exciting plan. She said that without the moratorium, the City lacked protection and assurance that the various ownerships in the north sphere can work together in the most beneficial manner possible. She said that the moratorium would offer the time needed to prepare a plan where the usage will fit into a more comprehensive plan. Mayor Kelly invited public testimony, and the following spoke: MR. GEORGE HORTON, Vice President of Manor Health Care, said he already had approval for his project in this area 13 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • and the moratorium would delay construction. He opposed extending the moratorium. MR. GORDON E. PAULIS, 37-711 Peacock Street, Rancho Mirage, spoke on behalf of property owner Robert Mayer in opposition to the moratorium and if extended asked that it be excluded from the moratorium so they could move forward with plans for the property. MR. RICHARD OLIPHANT, 77-900 Avenue of the States, spoke against the extension and pleaded a hardship in that if he were delayed, his already approved health care facility would lose the licensing it took two years to get from the State. MR. LIONEL STEINBERG, spoke against the extension. He noted that he and other property owners had been instrumental in forming the assessment district which extended Monterey Avenue and other streets in the north sphere and that these same owners were paying assessments for these street improvements. He said these land owners have in excess of $100,000 invested in the district. He questioned the City's using an outside planning agency when its own staff was so capable. MR. RICHARD B. TAYLOR, 820 Troller Street, Las Vegas, Nevada, spoke against the extension as a property owner with an $885,000 investment in the street improvements in the area. MR. VAN CADENHEAD, 73-415 Ironwood Street, Palm Desert, opposed the moratorium on behalf of 2,300 senior citizens. He asked that the Council exclude from any extension all senior housing projects and/or related health care facilities. MR. JOEL DANIEL, Peoples Savings a Loan, Texas, said his firm came to Palm Desert intentionally and after much market research. He said they had a $20 million dollar investment, and they were in the planning process now. He opposed any extension to the moratorium. MR. AL LEBRUN, Pastor of the Desert Cities Baptist Church, opposed the moratorium in that it would delay construction of their already approved facility. He asked that it be excluded if the moratorium were extended. 14 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • MR. ROY CARVER, 555 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, spoke as a property owner In the north sphere area. He opposed the moratorium as he felt the property owners and planners could work together In planning a program beneficial to all without it. MR. GARY COOPER, Edmonton, Canada, said he was the owner of a 1/4 section at the southeast corner of Frank Sinatra Drive and Portola Avenue and he voiced support of the opposition raised by other speakers. MR. ED BROGIE, Covina, California, spoke in favor of the moratorium in that he appreciated the time to plan for his property and all the other property that surrounded it. Mayor Kelly declared the public hearing closed. Councilman Wilson said he had heard good comments against extending the moratorium. He noted that everyone involved had the same goal and that was to make the area the best possible. He agreed that a public and private cooperative planning effort could eliminate the need for an extension. However, he was concerned that the City was just beginning to crystalize the concept for that area and haste could defeat that effort. He said the opportunity to plan the area was a golden one and one that had to be protected. He said that a North Sphere Committee had been appointed to sit down in a one or two-day work session to iron out final details of a program. He felt that a ten month extension with a condition that it be lifted if the program is finalized by this committee would be more successful than going with three months and then having to extend it at the end of December. He said that in answer to Mr. Steinberg's question about hiring an outside consultant, the City Council had asked for a plan for two years, and the City's planning staff was so busy it could not get to it. Counctlmember Benson said this was the same as when the City incorporated in 1973 and it looked at itself and said "what do we want to be?" She said no one realized how fast the City would grow, and we are all proud of what we have accomplished to date with careful planning for quality growth. She felt haste in this instance would destroy the golden opportunity before the City now to plan the north sphere area to be the best blend of uses possible as a compliment to what is already here. 15 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Councilman Snyder noted that the members of the North Sphere Committee were major property owners fn that area who were being asked to cooperate and help the City plan what was best for them and the City as a whole. He favored an extension to December 31st. Upon question by Mayor Kelly, Ms. Massa responded that the effort could be accomplished by December 31st. Upon question by Councilman Wilson, she said she could expedite the process with those property owners whose projects have already been approved so that they could be removed from the moratorium. Mayor Kelly said that some provision should be made to work with those property owners whose projects have already been approved so that they can be removed from the moratorium if it was extended. Councilman Wilson said this was an opportunity for everyone to put his shoulder to the wheel. If the moratorium were to be extended 10 months and 15 days with the understanding that as soon as this committee and any interested property owner got together and worked out a direction with W.R.T. and the City had some concept of where it wanted to go, the moratorium could be lifted at that time. He said it might be better to set an artificial deadline. Councilmember Benson agreed and favored the longer extension. Councilman Snyder moved to: 1) extend the moratorium to December 31, 1986; 2) authorize the Mayor to immediately remove pending projects from the moratorium upon recommendation by the North Sphere Committee and Wallace, Roberts, and Todd; and 3) direct staff to include in the ordinance findings that the moratorium is necessary for the public health, safety and welfare, such findings to include traffic, curbs and gutters, drainage, traffic lights and stop signs, environment, and the need for open space conservation. Mayor Kelly seconded the motion. Councilman Wilson stated that while he would prefer seeing the moratorium extended for the 10 plus months, he would vote for this one inasmuch as it needed four affirmative votes to pass. He said his reason for preferring the longer period was that it would put the burden on the backs of the committee to get the matter expedited and the moratorium lifted. He said that staff should be prepared to come back with options available to the City Council if, in fact, lifting the moratorium at December 31st was not feasible. 16 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1 Councilmember Benson said she still preferred the longer period because the committee would have incentive to accomplish its task expeditiously and get it lifted by the end of December. Mayor Kelly called for the vote and because it required four affirmative votes, the motion was defeated by a 3-1 vote with Council - member Benson voting NO. Councilmember Benson moved for reconsideration of the motion, and Councilman Wilson seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous vote of the City Council. C. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR VACATION OF STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY KNOWN AS CATALINA WAY. Mayor Kelly declared the hearing open and asked for the staff report. Mr. Folkers reviewed the report and amended recommenda- tion from the Fire Department that provisions be included for emergency access by equipment. He recommended the City Council adopt Resolution No. 86-102 including this provision. Mayor Kelly invited public testimony, and none was offered in favor or against the request. He declared the public hearing closed. Upon motion by Benson, second by Snyder, Resolution No. 86-102, amended to include provisions for emergency access, was adopted by unanimous vote of the Council. D. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, PREANNEXATION ZONING OF PR-7 S.O., TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP AND PRECISE PLAN/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A 344 UNIT SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT TO BE LOCATED ON 23 ACRES ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FRED WAR I NG DRIVE, 1400 FEET EAST OF COOK STREET (PAMELA AND DALE SMALLWOOD, APPLICANTS). Mayor Kelly declared the public hearing open and asked for staff's report. Mr. Phil Drell stated that the proposal before the City Council was for redesign of a project previously denied on May 8, 1986. In his review of the staff report, he 17 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • a a • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • a a noted that the new proposal was for a reduced density from 566 units to 334 units and a reduction in density from 26 units to the acre to 15 units to the acre. He also noted that all of the buildings on Fred Waring Drive that had previously been two-story had been reduced to one-story, and the central buildings that had been three-story were now two-story buildings. He said the basic site plan and all amenities remained unchanged from the original plan. The new plan also offered more open space. Mr. Drell reviewed the Planning Commission recommendation and pointed out that in its decision, the Commission had recommended that the project and subsequent phases add two additional tennis courts and two additional swimming pools. The applicant had agreed to these new conditions. He reviewed the staff report and recommendation from the Planning Commission (on file and of public record in the City Clerk's Office). Mayor Kelly invited testimony in FAVOR of the project, and the following spoke: PAMELA SMALLWOOD, Applicant, stated that she had nothing to add to Mr. Drell's report and offered to answer any questions. She noted, however, that during the previous hearing testimony had been given from Senator Brown's Office on Aging and this testimony had included an appeal to the City Council to provide a complete retirement community. She noted that at the previous hearing Mr. Van Cadenhead, Executive Director of the Senior Center, had expressed concern about the delay in the City's providing housing for its senior citizens. She said that the Council's concerns with regard to height and density in the original plan had been resolved in that the heights and density had both been reduced as outlined by Mr. Phil Drell. She said that the landscaping and recreational facilities were located on 58 acres of open space and that the project included a 25,000 square foot clubhouse as well as a cultural center, a library, a studio, a stress center, transportation, and other needed services. She felt that much had been asked of her as the applicant and that she had complied with the wishes of the City. MR. HAROLD HOUSLEY, 74-091 Larrea Street, Palm Desert, addressed the City Council as the project engineer. He 18 1 1 1 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • said he would not make a lengthy presentation inasmuch as Mr. Drell had covered his remarks in the staff presentation. He offered to answer any questions the Council might have and reserved the right to rebut arguments in opposition to the project. MR. DAVE LEVINSON addressed the City Council as the project architect, noting that his firm had redesigned the project with great concern for the surrounding homeowners as well as the adjacent•City of Indian Wells. He offered to answer any questions the Council might have. MR. VAN CADENHEAD, Executive Director of the Senior Center, presented a letter of support from Indian Wells residents (attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit "A"). Upon question by Councilmember Benson relative to whether or not the Senior Center had conducted a survey as to what rents the senior citizens were able to pay, Mr. Cadenhead responded that the Center had in fact conducted such a survey. He said that they had asked seniors if they would be willing and able to pay between $400 and $600 per month for rent and that the responses had been favorable in that price range. Mayor Kelly invited testimony In OPPOSITION to the project, and the following spoke: COUNCILMAN WILLIAM ARENSTEIN of the City of Indian Wells read a three -page letter of opposition (attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit "6"). MR. PRINCE PIERSON, City Manager of the City of Indian Wells, 44-950 Eldorado Drive, stated that if the City of Palm Desert was going to take time in planning its North Sphere he hoped it would do the same here. He said that the project was a bad plan and was improperly located. He felt the density was still too high. He said that the City of Indian Wells was right across the street from this proposed project and would have to look at it for a long time. He said that the Desert Horizons project in the City of Indian Wells had been built with a zoning of three units to the acre. MR. PAUL KOENEKO, Planning Director of the City of Indian Wells, reaffirmed his City's position In opposition to 19 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • this project. He said that although the density was lower, it was still incompatible. He said that when the Council denied it in May, it had expressed concerns about the location of this project as it related to the location of the Senior Center, shopping facilities, and medical facilities. He did not feel that these concerns had been remedied. At this point, Mayor Kelly asked Mr. Koeneko what process the City Council of Indian Wells had gone through to oppose this project. Mr. Koeneko responded that he wasn't sure but he thought it was by minute motion. MR. GENE LEMMING of Desert Horizons, spoke against the project and stated that the Council's arguments against it at the last hearing were valid ones. He was still concerned about what he felt was double density. He concluded his remarks by stating that he had paid $400,000 for his home and he would hope that the City Council would protect his area. MS. CHARLOTTE ROZELLE of Los Lagos Homeowners Association, spoke against the project. She said that these units only had carports, and any unit without garages were tacky. She opposed the Negative Declaration because of the impact it would have on traffic on Cook Street and on Fred Waring Drive. She asked about the Toro Peak Storm Drain and why it had not been installed as it would protect her home in Indian Wells at the Los Lagos project. MR. JIM BEASLEY, Vice President of Desert Horizons, spoke against the project and its density. MR. JIM HAYHOE, Desert Horizons developer, supported the zoning of five units to the acre and felt that this project would be better located closer to the Senior Center. MR. MARK OKEY opposed the project based on its density, its impact on traffic, and its location. He said that those were the reasons the Council denied it the first time. He felt that there should be a full EIR on the project. MR. BUFORD CRITES, Chairman of the Palm Desert Planning Commission, addressed the Council, stating that the Commission had in fact considered objections from Indian 20 - MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 a a a a a a • • a a • • • • • • • a • • • a • • a 1 1 1 Wells. With regard to density, he stated that the Commission felt that the plan does meet and conform to the 5 to 7 d.u. zoning in terms of open space, setbacks, heights, etc. that this city considers crucial. He stated that the Commission had asked how the City of Indian Wells addressed its senior housing overlay and that the response from Indian Wells had been that they do not have a senior housing program and had no plan for same for the future. MR. HAROLD HOUSLEY rebutted two arguments presented In opposition. He said that the applicant and he had met with the Coachella Valley Water District and that the District indicated that slope protection would be required and that they were prepared to do that in construction of the project. Secondly, he stated that the Toro Peak Storm Drain had absolutely nothing to do with their project. At previous presentations, he said that they had pointed out that this project is not prone to flooding except in very special circumstances, and then the whole valley would be subject to flooding. He said that their drainage would go to the Whitewater Channel. MR. LEVINSON, Architect, stated in rebuttal that his firm had been involved with many senior housing projects in the last two and a half years and that they had addressed the concerns of the City as well as concerns senior citizens might have. He noted, too, that they were willing to add additional tennis courts and two additional pools as had been required by the Planning Commission approval. MRS. SMALLWOOD spoke again, assuring the Council that her project was a first-class development, one that was fully secured, that offered a 24-hour staff, and urged their approval. Councilman Wilson asked about the project proposed in the City of Indian Wells that would be right adjacent to the proposed project. He asked with specific interest in the height of the proposed buildings, the number of rooms, etc. Mr. Arenstein responded that Mr. William Bone had come to the City of Indian Wells three months prior and that he had brought in plans for five hotels with a total of 3,000 rooms, a 200,000 square foot conference center, 21 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25. 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1 three golf courses, and 50 tennis courts. He said that Mr. Bone had approached the City of Indian Wells just the week before with revised plans showing 4,500 rooms, a 400,000 square foot conference center, two golf courses, an 80 acre lake, and some shopping facilities. He said that 30%, of the buildings would be 100 feet and that the City of Indian Wells ordinance limited the height to 30 feet. Mayor Kelly declared the public hearing closed. Councilmember Benson stated that she still had concerns with regard to the location of the project as far away from the Senior Center as it would be located. She also was concerned about the high density across the street from property zoned for much lower density. She said that she was concerned about mixing the affordable units into a project of this nature inasmuch as most of it would be like a leisure world and she felt that people living in the affordable units might feel uncomfortable. Councilman Snyder stated he had a problem with the density in that it had been Council's intent to stay within the codes unless there were extenuating circum- stances. Councilmember Wilson stated that he agreed with Council - member Benson about placing the affordable units on -site versus having them off -site. He said he was not as concerned about density in that the applicant had reduced it. He referred to the 50% open space or 3.3 acres In this project and said that he would be surprised that if the golf courses were taken out of Desert Horizons that they would have as much open space. He said he was swayed by the remarks by the Planning Commission Chairman that this conforms basically to the density allowed in the existing zoning. He said that as he looked around this desert, he saw affluent people living in country clubs where they get many amenities, open space, and deluxe treatment. He said that this is a very good project that meets the needs and he was not concerned with the location. Mayor Kelly reopened the public hearing and asked applicant Pamela Smallwood what her reaction would be to reducing the density to 12 units to the acre and providing affordable units 22 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • II 1 1 off -site. Mrs. Smallwood responded that she would be willing to do that. Upon question, Mr. Phil Drell responded that the senior overlay allows for creative methods of meeting a need. He said there may be a need to amend the General Plan to accomplish this. Mayor Kelly declared the public hearing closed. Councilman Snyder said that he concurred that the affordable mix with this luxury project was not good, but he would be agreeable to lowering the density to 12 units to the acre as long as the applicant agreed to provide the affordable units off -site. Councilman Wilson moved to approve the project at a maximum density of 12 units to the acre, subject to staff bringing to the City Council an appropriate amendment to the senior overlay zoning which would provide for some type of compensation other than on -site low income housing. Councilman Snyder seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Mr. Drell indicated at this point that staff would prepare an amendment to the General Plan if it was necessary. Upon motion by Wilson, second by Snyder, Resolution No. 86-103 was adopted by unanimous vote of the Council. Councilman Wilson moved to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 475, amended to reflect a maximum density of 12 units to the acre, to second reading, and to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 476 to second reading. Councilman Snyder seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Councilman Wilson moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 86-104, amended to reflect 23 acres. Councilman Snyder seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous vote. 23 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • E. REOUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A CANCELLATION OF DA 86-4 AND ORDINANCE NO. 415 TO REVERT ZONING FROM AHDPR-18 TO SERVICE INDUSTRIAL (S.I.) ON A TRIANGULAR SHAPED PARCEL DIRECTLY SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION OF HOVLEY LANE AND BEACON HILL, BOUND BY 42ND AVENUE ON THE SOUTH (PALM DESERT PARTNERS, APPLICANT). Mayor Kelly declared the public hearing open and asked staff for its report. Mr. Steve Smith reported that in 1984 the City Council had approved a high density project on this site and the applicant and owner now wished to have this rescinded. Mayor Kelly invited testimony in FAVOR of the request, and none was offered. He invited testimony in OPPOSITION to the request, and none was offered. He declared the public hearing closed. Upon motion by Snyder, second by Benson, Ordinance No. 477 was passed to second reading by unanimous vote of the City Council. F. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF ZONE CHANGE FROM PR-5 TO AHDPR-10 TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A 60 UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT OF WHICH 12 OF THE UNITS WILL HAVE AFFORDABLE RENTS AS SPECIFIED IN A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF MAGNESIA FALLS DRIVE AT RUTLEDGE (JOHN M. TURNER, APPLICANT). Mayor Kelly declared the public hearing open and asked for staff's report. Mr. Smith said this project had previously been denied at 80 units. He said that in its consideration of the new project, the Planning Commission heard from five area residents who opposed the project but felt it had addressed the concerns raised about two-story buildings, traffic, and density. At that time, the Commission directed staff to prepare a resolution of approval and development agreement which it adopted at its meeting of September 2nd. 24 1 1 1 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Mayor Kelly invited testimony in favor of the request, and the following spoke: MR. BUFORD CRITES, Chairman of the Planning Commission, addressed Council with regard to the Commission's justifi- cation for approving the project. He said the setback from adjacent property had been approved at 125 feet and that the height of the buildings proposed were 22 feet as opposed to the 30 feet allowable under the existing zoning. He said the site had been designated as one for potential high density. He said the Commission had been satisifed by answers from the Public Works Department that the traffic issues had been looked at and resolved. He noted that at the Commission meeting, neighbors and the developer had reached agreement about the project including a 6' wall between the two areas, a wall the developer would construct. MR. SANDY BAUM, 45-800 Deep Canyon Road, addressed Council as the planning consultant for the project. He said he had personally walked adjacent neighborhoods to show people the proposed project and that most he talked to were in favor. He said that the petition the Council received had signatures from non-existent residents as well as from children in households. He said the number of signatures resulted from all members of households signing. Mayor Kelly invited testimony in opposition, and the following spoke opposed the requested change of zone, building height, density, traffic impact, construction of multi -family dwelling units in a predominately single-family home neighborhood, a negative impact on their property values, and a concern that the apartments would eventually be converted to condominiums and sold: MR. ED SAHONEY, Wedgewood Street, Palm Desert. MR. STEVE MARTIN, 74-346 Mercine, Palm Desert. MS. DIEDRE MARTIN, 74-346 Mercine, Palm Desert. MS. ALANA TOWNSEND, 43-082 Silk Tree Lane, Palm Desert. MR. JOHN HOOVER, 240 Via Rengo, Palm Desert. Mayor Kelly declared the public hearing closed. Upon question Councilman Wilson as to whether or not the 25 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • • • • . • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • . • • units could be converted and sold, Mr. Smith responded that such a conversion would require City Council approval. Councilmember Benson said she did not like to mix two-story apartment buildings with single-family residences and she moved to deny the project. Councilman Wilson said he felt an obligation to protect the property owners already there and seconded the motion. Councilman Wilson said he felt there were many mitigating circumstances to this project in that it did slope to the west; the two story buildings were limited in height to 22 feet; the 12 affordable units. He said he would prefer continuing the matter so that a meeting could be scheduled with the adjacent property owners to review just what the impacts were. Mayor Kelly said he thought it was a nice project but would be more suited to an area where there were other apartment projects. He declared the public hearing reopened to receive a question from Sandy Baum. MR. BAUM asked for a two -week continuance to allow him time to go to the 79 people who had signed the petition to show them his project. Councilmember Benson withdrew her motion, and Councilman Snyder withdrew his second. Councilmember Benson said she did not think that a two -week continuance would hurt and moved to continue the item to the meeting of October 9, 1986, with direction to staff to place it first on the 7 p.m. portion of the agenda. Councilman Snyder seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous vote. X. NEW BUSINESS (continued from the 4:30 p.m. agenda) B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO REPROGRAM 11TH YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ALLOCATION. Mr. Ortega advised, upon question by Councilmember Benson, that the County did not feel that the Alterna- tives to Domestic Violence Program was far enough along to be considered for llth year monies. He noted that it was designated for the City's 1987-88 entitlement. Councilman Snyder moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the transfer of the City's 1985/86 Community Development Block Grant 26 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Allocation of $93,500 from San Pablo Park to the College of the Desert Child Care Center and Training Facility. Councilmember Benson seconded the motion. Motion carried by a 3-0-1 vote with Councilman Wilson ABSTAINING. XIX. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - D None XX. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Phillips stated that the City Council had requested the City Attorney's office to look into whether or not blowing machines used for leaf and grass cleanup could be regulated. He advised that the City could if the requirements were more restrictive than those already set forth by the South Coast Air Quality Management Board. Councilman Snyder moved to direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance regulating the use of air -blowing machines. Councilmember Benson seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous vote. Upon motion by Snyder, second by Benson, and unanimous vote of the Council, Mayor Kelly adjourned the meeting to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 9th, 1986. ATTEST: SHEILA R. GLIGAN, C CLERK CITY OF PALM DESERT, ALIFORNIA 27 RIt'HARD S. KELLY, MAY MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, ii8g s a a . • ;a s s a • • • • a s • • a s • . • s I EXHIBIT "A" Sept. 23, 1986 To Whom it may Concern: We are residence of Indian Wells, and live at 75-940 Morongo Place, we are Senior Citizens, and spend some of our time as volunteers, and also enjoy the activities at the Joslyn Cove Community Senior Center. We totally support Miss Smallwoods development "The Silverado Proiect", to be located north of Fred Waring Dr. and off Cook St. We believe this up -graded extended care that it will offer to our Senior Citizens would be a development that would be something that we as Senior Citizens would appreciate in our area, this project would be an asset to our community, and would not down grade our area in the least. We have spoken to many Indian Wells residence, and they feel the same as we do.- approximately 48 to date. Please give this project your favorable recom- mendation. Sincerely, A o 1 „) a ifT e Porsch 28 MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 • • • it • • • • • • • • • • • • * • • • • • • • * EXHIBIT "B" POSITION PAPER September 25, 1986 Honorable Mayor and Council Members City of Pala Desert 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 RE: Case Nos. C/Z 86-6, PP/CUP 86-43, PK 21142 & DA 86-7 344 Unit Senior Housing Project (Dale/Pamela Smallwood) Dear Mayor and Members of the Council: I am Bill Arenstein. I live at 77-077 Iroquois Drive, in Indian Wells. I am a Councilman from that City. I certainly am not speaking against a senior housing project. I have been in the health field all my life and have had active participation in convalescent hospitals and senior centers. The Senior Overlay is a Palm Desert City issue. The homes that are adjacent at seven (7) to an acre conform with the General Plan. What bothers as is the density of fifteen (15) to an acre that the Smallwood's are asking you to approve. Senior housing doesn't mean reduction of space to move around. The Smallwood's state that seniors make less trips so that they are at home more. They do need space and freedom. We have been friendly neighbors especially in recent years where both councils have cooperated in many areas be it paramedic services, street improvements, flood control projects and so forth. I received a letter from one of our residents interested in moving into this project. She wants her father to enjoy this retirement community. I an sure she also wants her father to have a quality product and I am sure the Council would require the Smallwoods to conform to this. Senior citizens have several immediate concerns: Health is number one. This project is minutes away from the Indian Wells Fire Station housing the paramedic unit. Security - since this is not a controlled area on a highly traveled street, I believe the seniors would appreciate a garage for their automobiles. Having an automobile ripped -off outside your home would make any senior extremely nervous. Lets give them a gar6491 for. security, cleaner cars and extra storage(you do not have much storage in a 450 square foot unit). MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 * • * • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • EXHIBIT "B" City of Palm Desert Smallwood Senior Housing continued I would like to point out a few items as shown on the plans: • There are 340 units and it states on Page 6 attracting 644 senior citizens. Forty-four(44)of those units are not much bigger than a double 20x20 garage. That's pretty small for a senior to have the feeling of freedom and that includes the bedroom, kitchen, bath and storage. • Some of the carports are four hundred feet(400')away to the senior home. A long walk to carry groceries in 100 weather. • These projects will be built in two(2)phases. The large swimming pool, with very little dock area, measures over nine hundred fest(900')away from some of the units. It is stated there will be two(2) additional pools built in phase two. All that is shown is two spas. I hardly consider this a swimming pool since no specific size is shown. It also is 1100 feet to the shuffleboard and 1300 feet to the horseshoe area. This may be a minor item but it is used in their sales advertisement. • The trash area is up to 400 feet away. Again, a long walk in 100° weather. • It states extra large storage area. A 450 square foot unit in my mind would be an extra large storage area by itself. • 24 hour electric call switches for immediate security response and car assistance is stated. But, Mrs. Smallwood told me there is no controlled access. Who takes these calls? The clubhouse is a beautiful structure with these features: • In the pool area the women's restroom has only two(2) toilets. The *ens' restroom has one. This services an olympic size pool accommodating several hundred people? • In the dining room there is appoximatsly 2400 square feat serving up to three meals a day. Again, women have two toilets and men have one and no employes restrooms. • I also measure approximately 110 feat of Bga�,rking around the clubhouse; maybe 10 cars with handicap ap#bts. MINUTES REGULAR/ADJOURNED PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 25, 1986 a • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • EXHIBIT "B" City of Pala Desert Smallwood Senior Housing continued • There is no slope protection shown in the Whitewater Stormchannel. The adjacent property is paying $190,000 for this. At our Council meeting last Thursday, one of our councilmen made an excellent comment on a project we were reviewing that applies here. "You can not put ten(10)pounds of potatoes in a five pound bag." I would like to extend that statement. You can put ten pounds of potatoes in a five pound bag if you mash the potatoes. Mashing 15 units per acre does not conform with your General Plan. Please give some thought on density. Seniors will be extremely grateful to you in future years. I appeal to you to allow the Smallwoods to build their quality senior units, including garages, at a density that seniors deserve. Thank you for allowing me this time to speak. Sincerely, WAM/clh WILLIAM M. ARENSTEIN 31