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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-01-26MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 1989 CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBER i t f I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wilson convened the meeting at 4:00 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilman Richard S.Kelly III. INVOCATION - Councilmember Jean M. Benson IV. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Jean M. Benson Mayor Pro-Tempore Buford A. Crites Councilmember Richard S. Kelly Mayor S. Roy Wilson Excused Absence: Councilman Walter H. Snyder Also Present: Bruce A. Altman, City Manager Carlos L. Ortega, ACM/RDA Executive Director David J. Erwin, City Attorney Sheila R. Gilligan, City Clerk/Public Information Officer Ramon A. Diaz, ACM/Director of Community Development/Planning Richard J. Folkers, ACM/Director of Public Works Paul S. Gibson, Treasurer/Director of Finance Frank Allen, Director of Code Compliance Patrick Conlon, Director of Building 8 Safety V. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the Regular City Council Meetings of November 24, December 8, and December 22, 1988, and January 12, 1989. Rec: Approve as presented. B. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Warrant Nos. WR 0101, 1209, 1214, and 1216. Rec: Approve as presented. MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • C. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by Four Bishops Corporation for Tampopo Japanese Country. 72-222 Highway 111, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and refer to the Department of Community Services for possible Conditional Use Permit. D. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by Southland Corporation for 7-Eleven Store 2111-11362, 73-800 Highway III, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and file. E. CLAIM NO. 097 AGAINST THE CITY by Kenneth Williamson, dba Palms to Pines Chevron, for Indemnity. Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the Claim and direct the City Clerk to so advise Claimant. F. CLAIM NO. 098 AGAINST THE CITY by Lawrence N. Harden and Karriage Construction Co. for Partial Equitable Indemnity in an Unspecified Amount. Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the Claim and direct the City Clerk to so advise Claimant. G. CLAIM NO. 099 AGAINST THE CITY by Woodhaven Country Club for Attorney Fees and Indemnity. Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the Claim because the incident occurred outside the jurisdictional limits of the City of Palm Desert and direct the City Clerk to so advise Claimant. H. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION to Advertise and Call for Bids for Drainage Modification Program (Contract No. 00-344). Rec: By Minute Motion: 1) Authorize the City Clerk to advertise and call for bids for the subject project; 2) Appropriate $35,000 from the Unallocated Drainage Fund Reserves. 2 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1 REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT 00-296 - Traffic Signal Installations at Portola Avenue and Rutledge Way. Rec: By Minute Motion, award Contract 00-296 to Signal Maintenance, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $70.875.00 and authorize a ten -percent contingency reserve in the amount of $7,087.50. J. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Agreement No. 00-341 with the County of Riverside for Traffic Signal Maintenance. Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to enter into Agreement No. 00-341 with the County of Riverside for maintenance of city -owned traffic signals. K. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Parcel Map 23221, Marriott's Desert Springs Development Corp., Applicant. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 89-7, approving Parcel Map 23221. L. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Parcel Map 22676, Mesa View Partners, Applicant. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 89-8, approving Parcel Map 22676. M. REQUEST FOR VACATION OF A PORTION OF STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY Known as Desert Lily Drive. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 89-9, setting a public hearing to consider the vacation request. N. LETTER REQUESTING WITHDRAWAL OF RESIGNATION by Henry Hoyle from El Paseo Business Area Improvement Board. Rec: Accept the letter of withdrawal and reinstate Henry Hoyle to his current term. 0. MINUTES of the El Paseo Business Association Meeting of December 1, 1988. Rec: Receive and file. 3 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P. LETTER from Ms. Christine Stone Commending the City of Its Recycling Program. Rec: Receive and file. Q. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT NO. 00-342 - Abatement of Weeds and Other Public Nuisances. Rec: By Minute Motion, award Contract No. 00-342 to Mr. Steve Taylor and authorize the Mayor to execute same. R. RESOLUTION NO. 89-10 - 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. S. REQUEST FOR RATIFICATION of Change Order No. 2 to Contract No. 00-302, Audio -Video Supply. Rec: By Minute Motion, ratify the City Manager's approval. T. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE OF WORK on Contract No. 00-181C, Civic Center Remodel, with Kretz Construction Co. Rec: By Minute Motion, accept the work as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the Riverside County Recorder's Office. Mayor Wilson asked that Items I and N be removed for separate discussion under the Consent Items Held Over portion of the Agenda. Upon motion by Benson, second by Kelly, the remainder of the Consent Calendar was approved as presented by unanimous vote of the Council. VI. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A MR. DAN EHRLER spoke on behalf of the Board of Directors for the Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce. He said the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce had a group called "The Phoenicians" which 4 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • travels all over the United States and Mexico looking at other communities. They last time they had visited Palm Desert was six or seven years ago, and they had visited again last weekend. He said a reception was hosted on Friday, and he thanked Mayor and Mrs. Wilson, Mayor Pro-Tem Crites, and Mr. and Mrs. Folkers for attending. He said the Board also wished to recognize Ms. Catherine Sass from the Planning Department who, in addition to attending the reception, had put together a tour of Palm Desert and had done an exceptional job explaining and answering questions. He presented her with a plaque of appreciation. He also expressed the Board's appreciation of Mr. Diaz's assistance in providing information for the group. On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Wilson echoed the Chamber's appreciation and thanked Ms. Sass for her participation and for doing a good job. MR. JOHN DOWNS, 53-360 Avenida Martinez, addressed the Council and said he was representing the Pop Warner Football program and the youth of Coachella Valley. He said he was unhappy with the "untactful and abrupt manner" in which he was treated at the last Parks 8 Recreation Commission meeting. He asked what the procedure would be for presenting his program to the Council. Mayor Wilson responded that this was the first he had heard of this situation and said Mr. Downs had taken the correct first step by appearing before the Parks 8 Recreation Commission, and he asked that staff provide the Council with a report of that meeting. He said the Council would then advise him of the appropriate next step. MR. DON MAC EWAN, 298 Tava Lane, Mountain Fiew Valls, expressed concern with the fact that he had not heard the status of negotiations relative to the Sunterra project. Mayor Wilson responded that the Council could only say that negotiations, which had been ongoing for a year or more, were still under way and that no agreements had been finalized. He said that as soon as the negotiations were concluded. it would be public information, and the Council would be happy to advise him. MR. ROBERT VARGO, 425 Tava Lane, said he was concerned with the extension of Hovley Lane into the Sunterra project. He was against it because it would increase the traffic, and he said he hoped an alternative route would be considered. He added 5 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 • a a • a a a a a • a • • • a • • • • • a * * a • that he felt it was not in the best interests of the homeowners or the City of Palm Desert. He said there were also a number of homeowners in from the association attending this meeting in opposition to this extension, and he asked that they stand and be recognized. Mayor Wilson thanked everyone for coming and expressing their concern in this matter. VII. RESOLUTIONS None VIII. ORDINANCES For Introduction: None For Adoption: A. ORDINANCE NO. 565 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 8.17, RECYCLABLE MATERIALS, TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE. Mr. Altman stated that no changes had been made since introduction of this ordinance, and he recommended its adoption. Councilman Kelly moved to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 565. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. B. ORDINANCE NO. 566 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 25.100, TIME SHARE PROJECTS. Mayor Wilson stated that the Council had asked for comments from the Planning Commission relative to this ordinance and asked Mr. Diaz for a report. Mr. Diaz responded that the Commission had not made any comments regarding the ordinance itself. He said the members were concerned that there recommendation had been overturned, but as far as the ordinance itself, they did not have any comments. 6 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Councilmember Benson moved to waive further readina and adopt Ordinance No. 566. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. IX. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER I. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT 00-296 - Traffic Signal Installations at Portola Avenue and Rutledge Way. Mayor Wilson said that he planned to vote NO on this and thatt he had previously expressed reasons for said vote. He said he was still concerned with the fact that there will eventually be a signal at Magnesia Falls, and he felt the two signals would be too close. Councilman Kelly moved to. by Minute Motion, award Contract 00- 296 to Signal Maintenance, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $70,875.00 and authorize a ten -percent contingency reserve in the amount of $7,087.50. Motion was seconded by Benson. Motion was defeated by a tie vote of 2-2, with Councilmembers Benson and Kelly voting YES, and Crites and Wilson voting NO. Mr. Erwin stated that, if the Council wished, it could vote to carry this item over to its next regular meeting. Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, carry this item over to the meeting of February 9, 1989. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by a 3-1 vote, with Mayor Pro-Tem Crites voting NO. N. LETTER REQUESTING WITHDRAWAL OF RESIGNATION by Henry Hoyle from El Paseo Business Area Improvement Board. Mayor Wilson stated that although he had no problem with the staff's recommendation, he was concerned with the tone of Mr. Hoyle's letter and felt this might be a committee which needed to have some type of Council or staff liaison. Mrs. Gilligan stated that Mr. Hoyle had called and asked that his letter of recommendation be withdrawn, and she had asked him to submit his request in writing. She said he had been co-chairman of this Board and, as such, had been called upon for a lot of time and effort, and he was suffering from "burn out". However, his fellow Board members had encouraged him to stay, and he had agreed. 7 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • • • • JANUARY 26, 1989 • • • • • • • • • • • Mr. Altman added that the Board had been created to give the El Paseo merchants a financing vehicle to do their advertising, and he said he would be hesitant about asking one of the Councilmembers to serve as liaison. Mayor Wilson said his concern was to maintain l i nes of communication. and he asked that this matter be referred to the City Manager for follow up and report back to the Council. Mayor Wilson moved to, by Minute Motion, accept the letter of withdrawal and reinstate Henry Hoyle to his current term. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. X. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE ASSESSMENT OF A PERMIT FEE FOR HOME OCCUPATIONS. Mr. Allen reviewed the staff report dated November 30, 1988, and offered to answer any questions. Councilmember Benson said she agreed that there should be a fee for home occupations, that it should be renewed yearly, and that there should be inspections more often than every three years, especially for businesses like pool and landscape service where hazardous materials are used and stored. Councilman Crites suggested that a hazardous materials storage plan (where storage of such materials must be registered with the City, etc.) be studied at the same time as consideration of a permit fee . Mayor Wilson said he agreed that this should apply to businesses using toxic products but did not feel it should apply, to people who have small businesses such as newsletters, mailing, etc. Councilman Kelly disagreed and felt everyone who runs a business from their home should be required to pay a fee, which covers renewal and inspection. Councilman Crites added that perhaps the ordinance should provide that an inspection be done every other year for everyone doing business in their homes. 8 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 Councilmember Benson moved to continue this item to the meeting of February 9, 1989. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND ITS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CONTRACT NO. 00-345). Mr. Ortega reviewed the staff report, noting that the Redevelopment Agency Board would also be asked to approve this agreement. He offered to answer any questions. Councilman Kelly moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 89-11, approving the agreement. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. C. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN. Mr. Altman noted that there was a staff report in the packets and recommended approval of the County of Riverside's Hazardous Waste Management Plan. Upon question by Councilman Crites, Mr. Ortega responded that the plan had been reviewed by staff. He said the recommendation was to approve the Plan and then the City of Palm Desert's own particular situations could be dealt with by ordinance. Councilmember Benson moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 89-12, approving the County of Riverside's Hazardous Waste Management Plan. Motion was seconded by Crites and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. D. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION REGARDING THE CENTER FOR LEISURE RESEARCH 8 MANAGEMENT. Mr. Altman said he felt this was an exciting concept that would be presented to the Council at this meeting. He noted that Mr. Don Hedlund, Chairman of the EDC Academic Subcommittee, and Mr. Hank Stokes, former Chairman. were available to answer any questions. MR. KEN DOWLING explained what the Center was about, noting that he felt it was policy oriented, informational in its scope, and educational. Mr. Altman recommended that the City Manager be authorized to enter into an agreement with the University of 9 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • JANUARY 26, 1989 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • California Regents. U.C. Riverside, and the Dean of Business Administration and that $18,000 be appropriated from the unappropriated reserve to match the $18,000 from the University of California. He added that, informally, the City would provide clerical assistance and desk space. Upon question by Councilman Kelly, Mayor Wilson responded that the City would be entering into an agreement, putting up $18,000 seed money, and providing clerical assistance to start Phase I (with the City's only commitment being to Phase 1). He said an office would then be set up to explore development of this research center to be located within the City of Palm Desert to work in conjuction with the University of Riverside and the Graduate School of Management. Councilman Crites said the addition of this center would mean there would be two University of Riverside facilities in the City of Palm Desert, with the Deep Canyon Research Facility already a valuable addition. He said this would be one more link to Palm Desert being, remaining, and growing as the educational center of the Valley. Councilman Crites moved to approve the agreement and appropriate $18,000 from the unappropriated reserve. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Mayor Wilson thanked the Economic Development Committee for a job well done. E. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 1. PORTOLA AVENUE SIDEWALK FEASIBILITY STUDY. Mr. Altman noted there was a memo in the packets and offered to answer any questions. Mr. Folkers added that this report was requested by Council at its December 8th meeting. Councilmember Benson said she still felt some type of sidewalk should be provided on Portola between Hovley Lane and Country Club Drive. Mr. Folkers responded that he would be more comfortable putting in some kind of path instead of a sidewalk, especially with blowing sand in that area. Councilmember Benson agreed, and Mr. Folkers said he would look into this matter. 10 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2. HIGHWAY 111 FRONTAGE ROAD BEAUTIFICATION. Mr. Fo l kers stated there was a memo in the packets and offered to answer any questions. No Council action was necessary or taken on this item. XI. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. REPORT ON MARKETING PROGRAM ACTIVITIES. Mr. Altman reviewed his memo dated January 17, 1989, and the suggestions contained therein. MR. KERMIT MARTIN, General Telephone Company, spoke as a representative of the Board of Directors for the Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce. He said the report had been reviewed extensively and that the Board was in agreement with most of the provisions and recommendations. He said the Board recognized the need for coordination of promotional activities in the community and pledged its cooperation with the City, Convention 8 Visitors Bureau. and the Activities Promotion Committee in those efforts. However. the Board members still felt the Information Center funding and the Activities Promotion Committee responsibilities for reviewing activities of the Center to be unacceptable. He read the motion passed at the January 24th Board meeting, as follows: "The Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce will manage, operate and fund the Information Center and will not request City funds for its operation. The Chamber will return the (recently shifted) AP Committee -generated Visitor Inquiry responsibilities and the 800 number responsibilities to the AP Committee. The Chamber would positively entertain entering into a separate and distinct contractual relationship with the AP Committee to provide such services for an agreed upon fee". Mayor Wilson said he had received a copy of the letter from the Chamber including this motion and that he felt it was•a very professional, clear, and straightforward approach. He said the City looked forward to continuing its relationship with the Chamber. Councilman Crites added that he felt this motion was a very nice win/win proposal. He said he felt Palm Desert had an excellent Visitor Information Center. run in a professional manner. MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ■ Councilman Crites moved to approve the report with the clarification provided in the City Manager's memo of January 17, 1989, and reflecting the changes as recommended in the January 24, 1989, letter from the Chamber of Commerce. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. XII. OLD BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF DUES FOR THE JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY ON CONVENTION/VISITOR BUREAU AND APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE BOARD MEMBER. Mr. Altman reviewed the staff report and recommendation. Councilmember Benson moved to, by Minute Motion, appropriate $40,449 from the unobligated General Fund balance for the interim budget of Palm Springs Desert Resorts CVB. Motion was seconded by Crites and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Councilman Kelly moved to appoint Mayor Pro-Tem Crites as an alternate member to the Joint Powers Authority Board. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by a 3-0-1 vote, with Mayor Pro-Tem Crites ABSTAINING. XIII. REPORTS AND REMARKS A. CITY MANAGER 1. Mr. Altman asked that the City Council adjourn this meeting to 2:30 p.m. on February 9, 1989, in order to discuss the philosophy of the new fiscal year budget. 2. Mr. Altman stated an item had come up after the Agenda was posted and he asked that the Council consider it at this time by a 4/5ths vote. Councilman Crites moved to add this item to the Agenda as an item that arose after the Agenda was posted. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Mr. Diaz stated that he had just been given the cost figures for the installation of the wall at the Palm Desert Town Center. He asked that the Council approve a change order in the amount of $19,000 to Massey's construction contract for the Palma Village Lighting Assessment District to allow installation of the wall, and that funds be appropriated from the unobligated general reserve. 12 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 . . * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * . . * * * . Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, approve a change order in the amount of $19,000 to Massey's construction contract for the Palma Village Lighting Assessment District to allow installation of the wall at the Palm Desert Town Center, with funds to be appropriated from the unobligated general reserve. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. B. CITY ATTORNEY Mr. Erwin asked that the Council adjourn to Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (a), pending litigation (Palm Desert vs. Indian Wells-Sunterra), and 54956.9 (b), potential litigation. C. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL o City Council Requests for Action: Councilmember Benson 1. Councilmember Benson reminded and invited everyone to the Historical Society reception to be held on Sunday, January 29, 1989, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. She said this would be to exhibit a collection of photographs of early Palm Desert and that the photographer had requested assistance in identifying all of the pictures. Councilman Kelly 1. Councilman Kelly stated that he had read that Palm Desert north of Highway 111 would be served by the new Post Office, with Palm Desert south of Highway 111 to be served by the old. He expressed concern with having trucks going in an out of both offices and said he thought the Council had agreed that all trucks would be out of the new Post Office. He said Councilman Snyder had been selected to speak to the Postmaster about this and, since he was in the hospital, felt it was urgent that this matter be investigated. Mr. Ortega responded that he had not yet had an opportunity to go out to the new facility but would follow-up on this matter. 2. Councilman Kelly said the City continued to receive complaints about Palmer Cablevision, and 13 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 • • • * • • • • • • • • • • * • * • • • • • • • • he asked that staff provide a report at each Council meeting relative to where the City stands on alternative sources, etc. Upon question by Mayor Wilson, Mr. Erwin stated that the City was in litigation on this matter and that it was a proper subject for Closed Session and could be added to same. Mayor Wilson stated that he, City Manager Bruce Altman, and Mr. Ortega had met with General Manager Steve Merritt who had indicated they would be requesting an 117. rate increase this year, for a base rate of $15.55. Councilman Kelly added that most utilities no longer charged for extensions, yet Palmer Cablevision charged for each additional television outlet. He suggested negotiating for one set fee for service to the house. 3. Councilman Kelly said he had attended meetings of the Fairway Drive Subcommittee but would be unable to attend the next one scheduled for Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. He asked that another Councilmember attend in his place. Councilmember Benson volunteered to attend the meeting. 4. Councilman Kelly asked about the status of the Environmental Award, and Mr. Altman responded that a report would be on the next Council Agenda. Councilman Crites 1. Councilman Crites reviewed his memorandum dated January 23, 1989, relative to the Art -in -Public Places Program and the meeting he had attended with Civic Arts Committee members Julie Bornstein and Bob Spiegel, Catherine Sass of the Planning Department, and City Clerk Sheila Gilligan. He moved to consider this item as one which came up after the Agenda was posted. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. He said the following resulted from the meeting which required Council consideration and action before proceeding: 1) Development of a Palm Desert Public Art Master Plan; 2) Creation of a 14 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 • a • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • * • • • • Focused Area for a Sculpture Garden; and 3) Establishment of a Public Art Commission. Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, direct staff to present this report to the Civic Arts Committee for comment and then bring it back at a later date for Council action. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 2. Councilman Crites stated that there was a ceremony recently at Chiriaco Summit for the grand opening of the General Patton Museum. He suggested that the City Clerk's Office investigate the costs involved in duplicating some of the photos in the Civic Center lobby and donate them to the Patton Museum, especially since Palm Desert was a training site of General Patton during the war. The City Council concurred. 3. Councilman Crites said he had received some very favorable comments regarding the City's recycling program, and he personally thanked Councilman Kelly and Mr. John Wohlmuth of the Public Works Department for all of their efforts. 4. Councilman Crites said that the Parks 8 Recreation Commission did not have a Council liaison to it, and he felt the Mayor should appoint someone for that group. After Council discussion, Mayor Wilson said he would appoint either Councilmember Benson or Councilman Kelly after reviewing their current committee assignments. Mayor Wilson 1. Mayor Wilson said he had received a copy of a memo from Mr. Diaz to the City Manager relative to the El Paseo improvement situation. 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Mayor Wilson said he would ask Supervisor Younglove what he expected from the Coachella Valley. o City Council Committee Reports: None XIV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - B MR. SANDY BAUM, 45-800 Deep Canyon Road, asked Councilman Kelly about the Fairway Drive Subcommittee meeting. Councilman Kelly explained that this was only a subcommittee and that a recommendation would be brought back to the full committee at a later date. Mr. Baum asked whether the $19,000 appropriated earlier in the meeting for the wall at the Palm Desert Town Center included what he had discussed with Mr. Diaz during the day. Mr. Diaz explained that he had met with Mr. Baum who had indicated he understood that Council had previously instructed staff to complete the three foot high wall presently running along Monterey Avenue and to put landscaping in front of it. However, in researching the meeting in question, it was found that Council had instructed staff to plant additional oleander to act as a buffer. Mr. Baum said he thought there was a "gentlemen's agreement" and that staff was directed to work things out with all individuals or groups involved. He said the first he heard of this was when the wall was torn down the day before. Mr. Diaz added that when the Board of Realtors building was constructed, the three foot wall was cut back to where it is as a concession at that time to the Board so that there would not be a double wall situation due to the existing wall abutting the Palm Desert Town Center. Mr. Baum said the Board's only concern was to keep people from wandering into the parking lot. He felt the City had agreed to extend the existing wall and to put in an sidewalk and higher oleanders. 17 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 26, 1989 a a * a * s * • r + a ■ ; a * * * * * + * a i • ■ Councilman Crites said as he recalled, the. City agreed to put in a solid planting of oleanders to provide a buffer, and that would deter people from wandering into the lot. No further action was taken by the Council. XX. ADJOURNMENT Councilman Crites moved to adjourn to Closed Session at 5:45 p.m. pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (a), pending litigation ( 1. Palm Desert vs. Indian Wells-Sunterra, and 2. Palmer Cablevision), and 54956.9 (b), potential litigation, said Closed Session to immediately follow adjournment of the Redevelopment Agency meeting. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Mayor Wilson noted that the Council would be meeting in a Study Session at 6:00 p.m. with the Architectural Review Commission to discuss items of mutual concern, including neon signs and compatibility of architecture in the proposed Civic Center plan. Mayor Wilson reconvened the meeting at 6:10 p.m. Councilman Crites moved to adjourn the meeting to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 9, 1989, for the purpose of holding a budget review study session prior to the regular meeting. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. ATTEST: SHEILA R. GIL IGAN, C CITY OF PALM DESERT, Y CLERK ALIFORNIA S. 18