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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-04-14MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, APRIL 14, 1988 CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBER • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Benson convened the meeting at 4:00 p.m. 1I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilman Richard 5. Kelly III. INVOCATION - Councilman Walter H. Snyder IV. ROLL CALL Present: Councilman Buford A. Crites Councilman Richard S. Kelly Councilman Walter H. Snyder Mayor Pro-Tempore S. Roy Wilson Mayor Jean M. Benson Also Present: Bruce A. Altman. City Manager Carlos L. Ortega, Assistant City Manager David J. Erwin, City Attorney Sheila R. Gilligan, City Clerk/Public information Officer Richard J. Folkers, Director of Public Works Steve Smith, Associate Planner Paul S. Gibson, Finance Director Patrick Conlon, Director of Building & Safety Frank Allen, Director of Code Compliance V. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the Regular City Council Meeting of March 24. 1988. Rec: Approve as presented. B. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Warrant Nos. WR 306, 309, and 312. Rec: Approve as presented. MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • APRIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • C. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by Dervieux, Inc. for Cuistot, 73-111 El Paseo, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and refer to the Department of Community Development. D. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by Dorothy M. and Lowell A. Wooden for Dominick Mancuso's Tratoria, 73- 520 El Paseo, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and refer to the Department of Community Development. E. CLAIM NO. 071 AGAINST THE CITY by Barry Edward Ehlers in the Amount of $512,614.84. Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the Claim and instruct the City Clerk to so advise the Claimant. F. CLAIM NO. 072 AGAINST THE CITY by Theresa Irene Scanlan in the Amount of $50,000. Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the Claim and instruct the City Clerk to so advise the Claimant. G. CLAIM NO. 073 AGAINST THE CITY by Gary Howard and Peggy Howard in the Amount of $250,000. Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the Claim and instruct the City Clerk to so advise the Claimant. H. MINUTES of the Building Board of Appeals and Condemnation Meeting of March 9, 1988. Rec: Receive and file. I. LETTER OF RESIGNATION from Mr. Richard D. Johns from the Civic Arts Committee. Rec: Receive with regret. 2 MINUTES - REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J. LETTER OF RESIGNATION from Mr. Hal J. Paradis from the Advertising b Promotion Committee. Rec: Receive with regret. K. CONSIDERATION of Claims Handling Procedures for the City of Palm Desert. Rec: By Minute Motion. adopt the Coachella Valley Joint Powers Insurance Authority Claims Administration Procedures for the City of Palm Desert. L. AUDIT REPORT on Transient Occupancy Tax. Rec: Receive and file. M. RESOLUTION NO. 88-38 - 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. N. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT for Repair of FMC Sweeper. Rec: By Minute Motion: 1) Determine that the contract for the sweeper repair constitutes a unique situation and Is therefore exempt from normal bidding procedures (P.D. Municipal Code Section 3.32.090): and 2) Authorize the Public Works staff to issue a purchase order to Empire Sales Company in an amount not to exceed $12.000. 0. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Purchase Order for Half -Ton Four - Wheel Drive Pickup Truck for Maintenance Division. Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the purchase of a four-wheel drive half -ton pickup truck, appropri.3ted in the mid -year budget, through the State of California Department of General Services in the amount of $10,929. 3 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 • a a a a • a • • • • • • • • • a • • P. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE OF WORK on Contract No. 00-206. 1987-88 Slurry Seal Program. Rec: By Minute Motion, accept the work for Contract No. 00-206 as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion. Q. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Kelly Ordinance Agreements for North Side Country Club Drive Widening between Portola Avenue to Cook Street. Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to enter Into an agreement for the subject improvements with CTK Properties, Cook Partners Ltd.. Frank R. & Linda H. Swiniuch, Pacific Drive-1n Theatres, Patricia L. Martin. R. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Time Extension - Raffles Hotel. PP 85-46 and PM 21412. Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the request and grant the extension subject to the execution of agreements required by the Department of Public Works for the widening of Highway 111. S. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CONTRACT NO. 00-040-1 BETWEEN THE FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST, PALM DESERT, THE UNITED STATES POST OFFICE - PALM DESERT BRANCH, AND THE CITY FOR USE OF PARKING LOTS. Rec: By Minute Motion, approve Contract No. 00-040-1 and authorize the Mayor to execute same. Councilman Wilson asked that Item R be removed and held for separate discussion under the Consent Items Held Over portion of the Agenda. Upon motion by Crites. second by Wilson, the Consent Calendar. with the exception of Item R. was approved as presented by unanimous vote of the Council. VI. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A None 4 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • VII. RESOLUTIONS None VIII. ORDINANCES For Introduction: A. ORDINANCE NO. 535 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 1.08.010 OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO MISDEMEANOR CITATIONS. Mr. Altman stated there was a memo from Mr. Allen in the packets and offered to answer any questions. Councilman Crites moved to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 535 to second reading. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. For Adoption: A. ORDINANCE NO. 534 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND PREANNEXATION ZONING FOR APPROXIMATELY 203 ACRES EAST OF COOK STREET BETWEEN 42N0 AVENUE AND THE WHITEWATER STORM CHANNEL. CASE NO. C/Z 88-1. Mr. Altman stated no changes had been received since introduction of this ordinance and recommended its adoption. Councilman Wilson moved to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 534. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. IX. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER R. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Time Extension - Raffles Hotel, PP 85-46 and PM 21412. Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the request and grant the extension subject to the execution of agreements required by the Department of Public Works for the widening of Highway I11. 5 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • APRIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • Mr. Smith reviewed the staff report, noting that approval of the time extension would be subject to the execution of agreements for the widening of Highway 111. Mayor Benson stated she had noticed a "For Sale" sign on the lot and asked why an extension was needed if the land was going to be sold. MS. CAM I LLE COURTNEY, D b D Development, stated the extension was being requested because the developer was waiting for the financing to come through. She said she hoped to be under construction by the end of the year and added that the listing noted by Mayor Benson would expire on May lst. Upon question by Mayor Benson, Ms. Courtney responded that the "For Sale" sign would be removed after the listing expiration. Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the request and grant the extension subject to the execution of agreements required by the Department of Public Works for the widening of Highway 1I1. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by a 4-1 vote, with Mayor Benson voting NO. X. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT NO. 00- 274, TRACT 22111 - OFFSITE STORM DRAIN CONSTRUCTION. BIRTCHER DUNHAM, APPLICANT. Upon question by Councilman Crites, Mr. Folkers reviewed the staff report in detail. Councilman Kelly added that the City would be crediting the developer on his drainage fees in exchange for the work he was doing on site. Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion: 1) Enter into Contract No. 00-274 and authorize the Mayor to execute same on behalf of the City; and 2) Authorize the treat of offsite drainage fees applicable to this subdivision against the construction cost of master plan storm drain facilities In the amount of $118,752. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 6 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 . . • • . . . • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • . 8. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS FOR PROJECT AREA NO. 2. Mr. Ortega reviewed the staff report and offered to answer any questions. Councilmen Crites and Wilson stated that they would be abstaining from voting on this matter. Mayor Benson moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the Cooperative Agreements for Project Area No. 2 with the Coachella Valley Community College District (#00-275). the Palm Springs Unified School District (#00-276), the Desert Sands Unified School District (#00-277), and the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools (#00-278), and authorize the Mayor to sign. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by a 3-0-2 vote. with Councilmen Crites and Wilson ABSTAINING. XI. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. REQUEST BY SANDY BAUM FOR RECONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR RESIDENCE INN TO BE LOCATED AT THE CORNER OF HIGHWAY 1I1 AND DEEP CANYON ROAD IN THE CITY OF PALM DESERT. CASE NO. 86-45. (Continued from the meeting of March 24, 1988.) MR. SANDY BAUM, 45-800 Deep Canyon, stated that conditions necessitating his request for reconsideration of conditions had changed. He said he was withdrawing his request at this time, although it might be necessary at a later date. Councilman Wilson moved to TABLE this matter. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. XII. OLD BUSINESS A. CONSIDERATION OF THE FORMATION OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #2 AND ANNEXATION #1 THERETO - HAYSTACK AREA LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. Mr. Erwin stated that these were the first steps in moving forward toward a public hearing to determine whether to annex additional property into the existing landscaping and lighting assessment district. He said he would answer any questions after presentation of the engineer's report. He added that the public hearing would be the time to hear 7 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • testimony from individuals in favor of and opposed to this assessment district and annexation. MR. NOEL CHRISTENSEN, C G Engineering, San Bernardino, gave a brief history, noting that the original district was formed in 1979, consisting of one tract of homes (Tract No. 11636-1). He said this annexation would add four other phases into the district (Nos. 11636-2. 11636- 3, 11636-4, and 11636-5). He added that copies of his report had been given to Steve Smith and to the Council. Mr. Erwin stated that there were four resolutions for Council consideration at this time. He said there were several changes that needed to be made: 1) Throughout all of the resolutions, any reference to the public hearing should indicated June 9th at 7:00 p.m.; and 2) The second paragraph of Resolution No. 88-35 should be deleted Council Comments/Questions: Wilson: Did not want to go through this process if there was strong opposition at this time, especially since the public hearing was two months away and the City would continue to spend money on maintenance of the greenbelt. Crites: Did not feel strong support or opposition was a determining factor in deciding whether or not to go forward with a public hearing. Individuals to be included in the assessment district would have an opportunity to speak at that hearing. Kelly: Would be much more appropriate for the Council to hear all of the testimony at one time --during the public hearing. Benson: Agreed with Crites and Kelly. MR. TONY CAMPANERO addressed the Council as one of the individuals trying to establish this assessment district. He said he had been lc''citing signatures in favor of this district. He added tnat the City had received a good faith check from Lewis Homes as well as monies from other individuals, and he asked whether or not he should continue soliciting his neighbors for signatures. 8 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14. 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Mayor Benson responded that it was her understanding that Mr. Campanero would continue his efforts until the public hearing. Mr. Altman confirmed that a check had been received from Lewis Homes in the amount of $5,800, and this money was given to the City to show that people do want to keep things alive until this matter is resolved. Snyder: Commended those individuals who have stepped forward and spent a lot of time going up and down the streets trying to bring this matter to a conclusion. He said it was very evident that people in Palm Desert are interested in their own well-being. MR. ALBERT BARBER, 72-750 Ambrosia. read a prepared statement (attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit "A"). Councilman Snyder moved to: 1)Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 88-34, initiating proceedings for Annexation #1 to the existing district (District #2), appointing the engineer of work. and ordering preparation of the engineer's report; 2) Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 88-35, delineating the City Council's Intent to order Annexation #1 to District #2, its location and place, and specifying a time for hearing objections thereto; 3) Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 88-36, delineating the City Council's intent to levy and collect assessments in District #2 for Fiscal Year 1988-89 and setting a time and place for hearing objections; and 4)Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 88-37, approving the engineer's report for levy of annual assessments for Fiscal Year 1988-89 for the District #2 and Annexation #1 thereto. Motion was seconded by Crites and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Councilman Wilson said that since the Phase 1 homeowners were the ones who did not want to participate in the assessment district on a one-third basis, he was ready to take the area from Alamo to Highway 74 and give it back to the Phase 1 owners to do whatever they wanted with it. The City could then work with the other phases of Canyon Cove to take care of the rest of the area and the storm channel. Mr. Altman asked that the staff report for the public hearing include two alternatives for the Council to consider: 1) Continue with the assessment district and 9 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14. 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • annexation; or 2) Proceed with Councilman's Wilson suggestions and cut Phase I loose. Mr. Erwin responded that staff's report will give the Council the broadest alternatives available. B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PROPOSAL FOR CONFERENCE ROOM FURNITURE AND PROPOSED REVISION TO FLOOR PLAN OF PROJECT AREA "C". Mr. Conlon reviewed the staff reports dated March 25th and April 7th and offered to answer any questions. Upon question by Councilman Crites relative to including office space for law enforcement personnel in the floor plan revision, Mr. Altman responded that where Deputy Conley was currently sitting was considered his permanent location. Councilman Crites asked if this proposed revision would save the City some money. Mr. Conlon responded that first indications were that this would be a break even situation and if there were any extras, he did not anticipate the cost to be above $2,000. Upon question by Wilson regarding the chairs in the existing conference room, Mr. Altman responded that new chairs were needed because there were not enough of the existing chairs and they took up too much room around the table. He assured the Council that staff would make use of those chairs. Discussion was held regarding where Councilmen Kelly and Snyder would be housed during remodeling of their office and the conference room. Mr. Altman assured them arrangements would be made for them. Mr. Conlon added that although both the office and conference room were scheduled to be done at the same time. he would check with the contractor to see If only one at a time could be done, and that way Kelly and Snyder could be in the conference room while their office was being remodeled. I0 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 . . a • . . . . . * . . . • . . . . . . • • . . . Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the proposal by Ms. Ann Wyles as Contract No. 00-279 and authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate $30,427.65, including a 10% contingency, from the New Construction Tax Fund. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by a 4-1 vote, with Wilson voting NO. Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, instruct staff to proceed with the floor plan revisions to Project Area C as recommended by the Civic Center Subcommittee. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. XIII. REPORTS AND REMARKS A. CITY MANAGER Mr. Folkers reported that bids had been opened for the construction of the Highway 11I FAU Widening Project. He said the low bid was received from Brutoco Company in the amount of $1.733 million, which was 1.16% above the engineer's final estimate. He added that it looked as if it was a good bid and that the contractor would start some time in May. B. CITY ATTORNEY Mr. Erwin stated that the Council might wish to go into Closed Session at the end of the 4:00 p.m. session, time permitting. C. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL o City Council Requests for Action: Mayor Jean M. Benson: 1. Request from Metropolitan Water District of Southern California for Adoption of a Resolution Supporting Proposed Legislation for Congressional Authorization to Line Portions of the All American Canal and the Coachella Branch. Councilman Snyder expressed concern that prior to supporting this legislation, both Imperial Irrigation and Coachella Valley Water District MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 • • ♦ • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • should be contacted to see if there are any objections. Councilman Crites pointed out that the report indicates the Coachella Valley Water District supports the legislation but that the Imperial Irrigation District had several concerns. Councilman Wilson moved to direct the Mayor to write appropriate letters in support of the proposed legislation. Motion was seconded by Crites and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 2. Request from the City of Agoura Hills for Support of AB 3813 Dealing with Billboards. Mayor Benson stated she felt the Council should support this bill. Councilman Wilson moved to direct the Mayor to write letters in support of this bill. Motion was seconded by Crites and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 3. Request from the Chamber of Commerce for Appointment of a Council Liaison to the Chamber Board. Mayor Benson said this appointment had been pending for some time and needed to be done. Mr. Dan Ehrler. Executive Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce. stated that the Board of Directors had Initiated this request in February. Councilman Wilson moved to thank the Chamber of Commerce and appoint the Mayor to serve as the Clty's representative. Mayor Benson said she would be happy to serve in this capacity but that the scheduled meetings conflicted with her schedule. She recommended that Councilman Crites be appointed since he had expressed and interest in doing so. Councilman Wilson withdrew his motion. 12 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Councilman Kelly moved to appoint Councilman Crites as Council Liaison to the Chamber Board. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Councilman Walter H. Snyder: 1. Citizen Complaints about Leaf Blower Noise at Palms to Pines Plaza. Councilman Snyder stated he had received several complaints from people about the Palms to Pines area regarding leaf blower noise at 2:30 a.m. He said he felt the ordinance restricting hours of operation for these blowers should be looked at again. Mayor Benson said that she, Councilman Crites. and Code Compliance Director Frank Allen would be meeting with the City Attorney on May 2nd to review reports from other cities as well as the kinds of equipment being used. Upon question by Councilman Kelly, Mr. Allen responded that construction workers were allowed to begin work at 7:00 a.m. during the season and 6:00 a.m. starting May 1st. Mr. Conlon added that 8:00 a.m. was the earliest they could start on weekends. Councilman Kelly asked how early gardeners could begin work, and Mr. Allen responded 7:00 a.m. Mayor Pro-Tempore S. Roy Wilson: 1. Staff Report on concerns raised about One -Eleven Town Center. Councilman Wilson said he had asked staff to prepare a report and bring the plans for this center to the meeting. He said developments seemed to be getting away from the architectural tones est3blished for the City, such as earthen colors, etc. He said it bothered him to see that signs had gone from being wooden to being back lighted, and now they had become very garish, with everyone trying to outdo everyone else's signs. 13 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Mr. Altman suggested that this might be a good topic for a joint meeting between City Council and Planning Commission where all the members would go out a look at the site. Mayor Benson said she felt the Architectural Review Commission should be included in this meeting. Councilman Crites asked that staff set a half day meeting with lunch and that the agenda for the meeting be open for all three bodies to place items on it for discussion. The Council agreed. Councilman Wilson asked that staff proceed with the suggestions outlined in the report for this project. Council concurred. o City Council Committee Reports: Councilman Crites I. Councilman Crites said he had represented the Council on Saturday, April 9th, at the opening of the annual baseball season. As in the past, there were approximately 1,000 young people wanting to play baseball, with 80% or so from Palm Desert. He said he felt this pointed out a definite need for action in terms of the Civic Center park and athletic facilities for the youth of the City. He added that Mr. Folkers had also attended the opening to make sure the fields were groomed, and he thanked him for doing so since this was not something that was required of him. 2. Councilman Crites said he represented the Council on CVAG's Energy and Environment Committee and that each Councilmember would receive a copy of the work plan for this year as soon as it was typed. He said one of the goals would be to set up at least two meetings with the South Coast Air Quality Management District 14 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • to discuss philosophies about the air quality in the Los Angeles Basin and the Coachella Valley. Mayor Benson added that she, the City Manager, and Jim Lopez from the Marriott were recently in Phoenix to attend the Institute of Resource Management Conference on clean air. She said the conference was very informative and that she would put her notes together in a report to the Council. She added that the next meeting would be in held in Riverside County in July and said initial contact had been made to see if they would be interested in having it in Palm Desert. Councilman Wilson said that the South Coast Air Quality Management District would be unveiling its air quality management plan on June 29th and that this would have to go to all governmental agencies and businesses. He said the Council should be prepared to spend a lot of time reviewing the plan, which would include some life-style change implications for everyone. Upon question by Councilman Crites, Wilson responded that the plan needed to be adopted by Fall 1988 In order to meet Federal requirements. 3. Councilman Crites stated that one of the items that came up at the Public Safety Committee was disaster preparedness drills. He said when these drills are held, it is very important to be sure the policy makers are included in the actual activities. He said that very often the drills have been with members of staff, and it is time that everyone participates in order to get a feel for what kinds of decisions will have to be made in disaster situations. Councilman Kelly Councilman Kelly stated he had represented CVAG at the CalCog Transportation Committee meeting. He said a bill was being presented through the Senate which would give local jurisdictions more control over traffic. He said one interesting point was that San Diego was not included in the 15 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 . . . . . * . . . . . . . . . • . . . • * • • • • bill because officials in San Diego felt they were doing some of their own regional planning. He added that In the last two years, the Coachella Valley had done an outstanding job of regional traffic planning. 2. Councilman Kelly stated that Saturday, April 16th, was the performance Joanna Hodges Piano Competition winners at the McCallum Theatre. He said he felt the Counc i l should encourage as many people In the community to attend and support this event as possible as this was the first year it would be held in this facility. Mayor Benson added that the cost of the tickets had been kept down to $5. $10. and $16 per seat so that people in the community could afford to attend. Councilman Wilson 1. Councilman Wilson asked that staff prepare a report relative to the Art In Public Places program. Mr. Altman responded that it would be on the next Council agenda with a recommendation to continue with the program. XIV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - B MR. DAN EHRLER. Executive Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce, said that each of the Councllmembers should have received a packet of Information relative to the goals and objectives which came about as a result of the Chamber of Commerce Planning Session. He said for those who were unable to attend this Planning Session, a meeting was set for 7:30 a.m. on Friday, April 29th, at the Chamber of Commerce to discuss these matters. 16 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • . • . . . . . • . . Chairman Benson convened the Redevelopment Agency meeting at 5:20 p.m. for the purpose of a joint Agency/City Council Closed Session. ROLL CALL Present: Member Buford A. Crites Member Richard S. Kelly Member Walter H. Snyder Vice Chairman 5. Roy Wilson Chairman Jean M. Benson Also Present: Carlos L. Ortega, Executive Director Bruce A. Altman. City Manager Sheila R. Gilligan, Agency Secretary Richard J. Folkers, Director of Public Works Steve Smith, Associate Planner Paul S. Gibson, Finance Director Patrick Conlon, Director of Building 8 Safety Frank Allen, Director of Code Compliance Councilman/Member Crites moved to adjourn to Closed Session at 5:20 p.m. pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, Real Property Acquisition (relative to Mr. and Mrs. Kay property on the east side of Alamo Drive between Bel Air and the north property line of the Birtcher- Dunham project; a parcel of land located on El Paseo and owned by Palm Desert National Bank; four lots on Acacia owned by Michael Homme; and the Yrmibesh property on Alessandro), 54945.9 (a), Pending Litigation (Palm Desert and Indian Wells (Sunterra), Dame vs. the City of Palm Desert, and Matich vs. the City of Palm Desert), and 54956.9 (b), Potential Litigation. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council/Agency. Mayor/Chairman Benson reconvened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and proceeded with the City Council Agenda. The Redevelopment Agency meeting was completed following adjournment of the City Council meeting. XV. COMPLETION OF ITEMS HELD OVER FROM 4:00 P.M. SESSION None XVI. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - C None 17 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • XVII. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS A. PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE HONORING THE PALM DESERT MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR ITS 1987 YEARBOOK. Mayor Benson stated that this presentation would be continued to the meeting of April 28► 1988, so that a representative of the Middle School could be present to receive the plaque. B. PROCLAMATION Declaring Thursday, May 5, 1988, as National Prayer Day in the City of Palm Desert. Mayor Benson read and presented the proclamation declaring May 5, 1988, as National Prayer Day In Palm Desert. C. PRESENTATION by Resort Towns International, Inc. Council Comments/Questions: Crites: Things not commented on are basically those items with which the Council is comfortable. Concerned with traffic circulation - limiting the number of access points onto Monterey Avenue. Traffic from the proposed commercial portion of the project should be funnelled through the main entrance. Applauded the developer's interest in providing the first glimmer of employee housing, and that issue is something that needs to be addressed. Concerned with whether or not providing 70-80 units constitutes enough effort to provide this type of housing. One of the problems is low income employees - what will be done on site for day care? Felt it was exciting to have an architectural monument at the entrance. Concerned with the building height of 60 feet and the 125 foot high tower and said it would make this project the highest building between here and downtown Los Angeles. Also concerned with the long straight line of golf course type homes. Kelly: Asked what the density of the project was with 575 rooms, 224 cisitds, and 498 golf -ourse villas. Mr. Smith responded that it was Tess than three units to the acre. Councilman Kelly expressed concern with: 1) The traffic; and 2) The effect of the long line of units - felt more 18 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • •• • • • APRIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • thought should be given to breaking up that line so it does not look like an army base. Liked the fact that there was not housing along both sides of all the golf fairways. Wilson: Commended the developer for the mediterranean architecture, said he was instantly enamored by the softness and atmosphere, and felt it was a very inviting project. However, had some concerns about the entrance onto Monterey and felt other alternatives needed to be discussed. Agreed with Crites about the need to be very sensitive to employee housing, not necessarily on site but nearby. This should be addressed by the environmental impact report. First reaction to the project was that it was very nicely thought out. Liked the concepts and the feel of the project. Snyder: Also liked the architecture. Not as concerned with the entrance on Monterey but agreed the long line of units needed to be varied. Appreciated the developer coming to the Council and asking for suggestions. Felt that was a very proper way to do things so that solutions to problems could be worked out. Felt overall it was an excellent project that would bring Palm Desert more glory. Benson: Still concerned with Monterey entrance and the height of the campaniles. Did not see why that type of treatment was necessary. Another concern was the off site housing more than on site and the vehicle traffic into the project. Felt the Council would be very remiss if it did not address housing. Bringing in 1,500 employees. the Council must be concerned with keeping the air clean and cutting down the distance between where they live and where they work. Concerned with the corner commercial area and making sure the proper agreement is reached as far as what will go in that section. Felt the location was very good and that the project would complement what she would like to see in that area of the City. Developer's Response: Mr. Frank Laulainen stated that more excitement could be created in those units along the golf courses. He said the entry monument was only a concept at this time. He said the campanile (tower) was an architectural feature, not a building. which would ring with bells and chimes at 19 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APPIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • dinnertime. etc. He added that they were also concerned with the traffic but did not want potential guests coming to the hotel and not being able to turn into the project. He said whatever was determined by the traffic engineers. traffic studies. environmental impact reports, etc. would be what they would do. As far as providing employee housing, he said this would probably not satisfy all of that need. He said he did not think all of it could be satisfied totally on this site and would have to be solved off -site. He said he felt studies would show where that need is and said there had been discussions with adjoining property owners for additional area for that type of housing. He completed his report by stating that he wanted to work with the Council and get its ideas before coming back with a final plan. Mr. Steve Smith, Associate Planner, stated that the application had been filed a week or ten days ago for a tentative map. precise plan, and conditional use permit for the hotel in the PR zone. He said the notice of preparation for the environmental impact report had been sent out to 52 agencies, which had 30 days in which to indicated to the City those areas which should be addressed. Following receipt of those comments, the draft document will be prepared and circulated to those agencies for comment, and staff will proceed from that point on. Mr. Altman added that the environmental impact report would include addressing areas such as housing, traffic, and drainage. He said that the developer had financing and wanted to get the project moving soon so the facility could open in 1990. Upon question by Crites. the developer responded that a builder, Roel Construction, had already been obtained for this project. D. PRESENTATION by Lt. Stan Sniff on Traffic Team. Lt. Sniff presented the 1987 Traffic Safety Program Report for the City of Palm Desert (on file and of record in the City Clerk's Office). He introduced Sgt. Betty Byers, who would be taking over the Traffic Team. and Traffic Investigator Ron Ereedly. He added that he had really enjoyed working with the community for the last three years. 20 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 14, 1988 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Mayor Benson presented a plaque of appreciation to Lt. Sniff for his service to Palm Desert. XVIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS None XIX. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - D None XX. ADJOURNMENT Councilman Crites moved to adjourn to Closed Session at 8:22 p.m. pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, Real Property Transactions and 54956.9 (a) and (b), Pending and Potential Litigation. said Closed Session to immediately follow adjournment of the Redevelopment Agency meeting. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Mayor Benson reconvened the meeting at 9:25 p.m. and immediately adjourned with no action announced. ATTEST: -- SHE ILA R. f3uLIGAN, CITY OF PALM DESERT Y CLERK CALIFORNIA 4{ 6erx4,tvt J A M. BENSON, MAYOR 21 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING . . • • qgd nei * . . . ciSti\cy4 pp„A.; EXHIBIT "A" APRIL 14, 1988 . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ttll'C1L;4 )1 41:6;11"441L<.1 a a Ito Walp krx r ryirJ ///'(tfd f r CitCniv f 17tk,-, I ((-'1 Wk. qie:gitie) (4_1 1 t77 ilt'ic �< '/l�L•I �67j ka6 Va.) il t o/C- r ,4/ 't7/ ond . il1 1L4 n.Y1 c z� _10I./6111411A Pli 7n iazef 4-e(trt �,t'ptct4' y) L�Sl'7,4 (�) �il�.. 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