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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-06-14MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 14, 1990 CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBER • • • • • • • i. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Crites called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilman S. Roy Wilson III. INVOCATION - Mayor Pro-Tempore Walter H. Snyder IV. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Jean M. Benson Councilman Richard S. Kelly Mayor Pro-Tempore Walter H. Snyder Councilman S. Roy Wilson Mayor Buford A. Crites Also Present: Bruce A. Altman, City Manager Carlos L. Ortega, ACM/Director of RDA David J. Erwin, City Attorney Sheila R. Gilligan, City Clerk Gregg Holtz, Senior Engineer/Department of Public Works Paul Shillcock, ACM/Director of Economic Development Ramon A. Diaz, ACM/Director of Planning/Community Development Paul Gibson, Finance Director/City Treasurer Pat Conlon, Director of Building & Safety V. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the Regular City Council Meeting of May 24, 1990. Rec: Approve as presented. B. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Warrant Nos. WR0507, WR0510, and WR0513. Rec: Approve as presented. MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • C. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by Robert Mayo for Mayo's at El Paseo, 73-990 El Paseo, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and refer to the Department of Community Development for processing of a C.U.P. D. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by Paul 0. Andrew for Embassy Suites, 74-700 Highway 111, Palm Desert. Rec: Receive and file. E. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF BID for Contract No. 00-426 for Construction of a Lane Taper on Hovley Lane East. Rec: By Minute Motion, award the subject contract to the low bidder, Massey Sand & Rock Company, in the amount of $19,704.50 and authorize a ten - percent contingency in the amount of $1,970.45. F. REQUEST FOR FINAL APPROVAL of Parcel Map 23798, S. Jack Keshtkar, Applicant. Rec: Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 90-60, approving Parcel Map 23798. G. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Renewal of Agreement with Information for Public Affairs, Inc., for "Citylink" Services (Contract No. .00-339-1). . Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the renewal agreement for the provision of bill tracking system and authorize the Mayor to execute same. H. LETTERS OF RESIGNATION from W. Ray Henderson, M.D., and Diane Cox from the El Paseo Business Improvement Area Board. Rec: Receive with sincere regrets and direct the Mayor to send a letter of appreciation to both for their service. Upon motion by Snyder, second by Wilson, the Consent Calendar was approved as presented by unanimous vote of the Council. 2 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • • • • VI. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A • • • JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • a • MR. SANDY BAUM, 45-800 Deep Canyon, addressed Council and expressed concern with the City's image, specifically with regard to the apartment complex at the corner of Monterey Avenue and Fred Waring Drive. He said this complex was boarded up and surrounded by a chain -link fence, and he asked if some kind of sign could be put up to let people know what is going to be done. Mayor Crites responded that this particular item was discussed in the Budget Study Session prior to this meeting. He agreed with Mr. Baum and stated that staff would look into the matter of installing a sign. VII. RESOLUTIONS None VIII. ORDINANCES For Introduction: A. ORDINANCE NO. 608 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2.52 OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE AS IT RELATES TO EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES. Mr. Altman reviewed the staff report and offered to answer any questions. Upon question by Councilman Wilson relative to whether the Personnel Committee had responded to the two points raised in the Employees' Organization's memo of June 13th, Mr. Altman stated that there had been continuing dialogue and that the Employees' Organization had been advised that both sides of the issue would be relayed to Council. Mayor Crites added that with regard to the issue of arbitration costs, if successful in the arbitration, the employee would not have to pay anything. However, if not successful, the employee would be responsible for paying an amount equal to 30% of his or her net pay for 80 hours, and the City would pay the remaining costs of arbitration. He said the Employees' Organization was concerned that this was the result of a past issue, and the Personnel Committee had explained that only once in 16 years had the City gone through such a process. 3 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Councilman Wilson asked if this was basically to discourage frivolous appeals. Mr. Altman responded that it was and added that the original draft of the ordinance required the employee to pay 50% of the arbitration costs. Councilman Kelly stated that with regard to an arbitrator, it would be his preference to use the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California (DIR) instead of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). He said with the DIR, the arbitration service itself is free; you are given the name of an arbitrator and from that point on, all negotiations are with that arbitrator. However, with the American Arbitration Association, everything has to be sent through the AAA, which makes things more complicated and costs more money. He asked if the Employees' Organization would have a problem with that particular paragraph of the ordinance stating that either the AAA or the DIR would be used. Mr. McAllister responded that this subject was never brought up and was not an issue in any of the negotiations. He said one of the reasons for using the American Arbitration Association was because it has rules and regulations which would be on file with the City Clerk, while the Department of Industrial Relations does not. He added that the City could either select an arbitrator from a list provided by the AAA or allow the AAA to select the arbitrator. Upon question by Councilman Kelly, he said he would have no problem with amending the ordinance to reflect that either the AAA or the DIR would be used for arbitration. Councilman Wilson moved to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 608 to second reading, as amended to reflect the use of either the American Arbitration Association or the State of California Department of Industrial Relations for arbitration services. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. For Adoption: A. ORDINANCE NO. 609 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND CHANGE OF ZONE FOR SIX LOTS ON THE EAST SIDE OF MONTEREY AVENUE BETWEEN HIGHWAY 111 AND SAN GORGONIO WAY (FELIDAE, INC., APPLICANT). CASE NO. C/Z 90-2. Mr. Altman stated that no changes had been made since introduction of this ordinance. 4 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • Councilmember Benson moved to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 609. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. IX. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER None X. NEW BUSINESS A. CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF AN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION DECISION DENYING A CHANGE IN THE SIGN FACE OF MINUTEMAN PRESS AT 73-660 HIGHWAY 111, PALM DESERT. Mr. Diaz reviewed the staff report and distributed photos of the proposed sign face. He noted that the applicant wished to change the emphasis of the sign from "Minuteman Press" to "Printing - Copying" and that the Architectural Review Commission felt the request constituted a "menu" sign rather than a business identification sign. He said rather than continuing the case to allow the applicant to make revisions, the applicant's representative asked that the Commission deny the request so that the matter could be considered by the City Council. He said staff's recommendation was to affirm the decision of the Architectural Review Commission and deny the appeal. Councilman Kelly asked what the sign ordinance stated specifically with regard to "menu" signs. Mr. Diaz responded that there was nothing specific in the ordinance and that such signs had been allowed for restaurants. Upon question by Crites, Mr. Diaz responded that this decision was consistent with what has been done in the past with other signs. Mayor Crites asked whether the applicant or his representative wished to speak to this issue. No testimony was offered. Councilman Kelly stated that as long as the sign space limitations are met and the color is not offensive and fits in with whatever the scheme is, he did not know why the City should care what the sign specifically says, whether it is "Printing - Copy" or "Minuteman Press". Councilman Wilson stated that the preamble of the sign ordinance indicates that a sign must be for identification rather than for advertising. He said he felt this 5 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • • • particular sign was advertising the services rather than identifying the business. Councilman Wilson moved to, by Minute Motion, affirm the decision of the Architectural Review Commission and deny the appeal. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by a 4-1 vote, with Councilman Kelly voting NO. B. CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF AN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION DECISION CONCERNING BUILDING AND MONUMENT SIGNS FOR A CAR WASH/DETAIL CENTER LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF COOK STREET AND SHERYL AVENUE (HARVEY M. MILLER, APPLICANT) CASE NO. 1745SA. Mr. Diaz reviewed the staff report, noting that the applicant was requesting signage which read "Harv's Lube, Oil, Smog Inspection". He said the Architectural Review Commission felt using "lube, oil, smog inspection" would constitute menu signage but had suggested that "car care center" would be more appropriate. The applicant felt such wording would be misleading to the public since it often describes a place which does tune-ups, brakes, mufflers, and other services that he will not offer. He stated that staff's recommendation was that the Council affirm the Architectural Review Commission's decision and deny the appeal. MR. HARVEY MILLER addressed Council as the applicant and said he had explained to the Architectural Review Commission that "Harv's Lube, Oil, Smog Inspection" was the official name of his business. He said he had filed for a business license with the City of Palm Desert using that exact name and that an hour ago he had f i 1 ed a fictitious firm name statement with the County of Riverside. He said his business was not a car care center, which was known in the industry as one which does tires, brakes, etc. He called Council's attention to the fact that the Commission had unanimously approved a revised sign for a business at 72-695 Highway 111 showing "hot dogs, cold beer, and warm friends". He showed a rendering of the proposed sign and asked for Council's approval. Upon question by Wilson, Mr. Miller responded that he did have documentation showing the official business name, and he showed said documentation to the Council. Upon question by Kelly, Mr. Miller responded that the sign for the front building would have "Harv's", which had been 6 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • approved by the Architectural Review Commission. With regard to the s i gnage for the back bu i i d i ng, he had requested the entire name, and the Commission would only approve "Harv's". MR. ED TAUBER, Tauber Marketing Research Company, Palm Desert, stated that Mr. Miller had hired his firm prior to the inception of this business to conduct a survey in the Coachella Valley area in order to understand the potential of each of these businesses. He said he had found the oil and lube business was particularly in demand, with nothing in Palm Desert. He said he had talked to the City Manager and presented the date to him, and he had suggested the business be located in this area. He said what was frustrating was that there was not one term that means all of these things, and it was very important to them to have the sign say what these services are. Upon question by Benson, Mr. Miller responded that there were three buildings at this location, one for the car wash, one for the detail, and one for the oil/lube. He added that the smog inspection would also be housed in the oil/lube building. Councilmember Benson asked whether the applicant could have a small sign on each of the buildings stating what service is performed in that particular building. She noted, for example, that Target store has a sign for its "Garden Center". Mr. Diaz responded that the sign program would have to be approved by the Architectural Review Commission. He said if there were three separate businesses in those buildings, each business would be allowed to have its own sign. However, because this was one business, the entire sign program would have to be approved by the Commission; if the Commission agreed to allow a separate sign on each building, then they could. Mayor Crites said he felt this would still be advertising versus identification. He said he could picture "Reuben's Steak, French Fries, Shrimp, Tossed Salad, Peach Pie, Inc.", and that was not a menu; it just happens to be the name of the business and not all restaurants serve tossed salad and peach pie, etc., etc. Although he said he admired the innovative nature of the application, it did not change his perception at ail that in essence, this is a car center. He said the word "Target" does not tell him anything about what goes on in the store, but he knows because it is advertised not because it is on the sign that says the word "Target". 7 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ♦ ♦ • • Councilman Wilson stated he agreed philosophically; however, according to the documents submitted by Mr. Miller, this was the legal name of his business. He said if it was the C i ty' s practice to allow the name of the business on a sign, he would agree with the Mayor that there will be all kinds of fictitious names filed with peach pies, coffee and donuts, etc. He asked how the sign referred to by Mr. Miller had been approved by the Architectural Review Commission with the words "hot dogs, cold beer, and warm friends", Mr. Diaz responded that he was not present at the meeting but apparently the size of the letters (one -inch) entered into the discussion. Upon question by Benson relative to the date of the legal name change and if it was before the first appearance at the Architectural Review Commission on April 24th, Mr. M i 1 1 er responded that he was always going to use this name. Benson asked when it was actually filed, before or after that first meeting? Mr. Miller responded that it was two to three weeks ago. However, he said as a rule businesses usually do not file a fictitious name statement until the business is actually open. He added that the fu 1 l name had been on his checking account for many months. In response to Councilman Wilson's question, Mr. Erwin stated that the Council was probably correct that there would be some innovative business names if the practice of allowing business names on signs continues. Mayor Crites asked whether the City was legally obligated to grant the appeal based on the name of the business. Mr. Erwin responded that the City was not legally obligated; however, the practice had been to do so. Councilman Wilson moved to, by Minute Motion, grant the appeal on the basis that it has been verified that that is the official name of the business. Motion was seconded by Kelly and defeated by a 2-3 vote, with Benson, Snyder, and Crites voting NO. 8 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • C. CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF AN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION DECISION APPROVING A NEW AWNING FOR THE BUILDING AT 73-280 EL PASEO SUBJECT TO CHANGING THE COLOR FROM WHITE TO IVORY (DAKRALDA PROPERTIES, APPLICANT) CASE NO. 17485A. Mr. Diaz reviewed the staff report, noting that the Architectural Review Commission voted to approve the request for a new awning subject to changing the color from white to ivory. He circulated a sample of the ivory shade approved the Commission. He added that he had received a call from the applicant's representative apologizing for not being able to attend this meeting due to a previous commitment. Councilman Wilson stated that the issue basically was that when the white sign is back lit, it looks yellow rather than ivory. He asked whether the back lit awning on San Pablo behind Sunshine Hardware was ivory or yellow, and Mr. Diaz responded that it was light yellow. Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, grant the appeal for a "soft white" awning. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. D. CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF AN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION DECISION APPROVING A BUSINESS IDENTIFICATION SIGN FOR KWIK KOPY PRINTING SUBJECT TO CHANGE IN COLORS FOR THE LOCATION AT 74-304 HIGHWAY 111 CASE NO. 1751SA (TILDIE ANN FERGUSON FOR KWIK KOPY PRINTING). Mr. Altman reviewed the staff report, noting that other signs at this location were subdued browns and ivory, while the colors for the Kwik Kopy Printing sign were red, white, and blue. He stated that the Architectural Review Commission had approved the sign request subject to changing the colors from red, white, and blue to rust, ivory, and teal and subject to the sign height being consistent with others on the building. He offered to answer any questions. MS. TILDIE ANN FERGUSON addressed Council as the applicant and said this was a Nation-wide sign and that she felt she could not change the colors. She said she could tone the colors down some but would like to remain in the same "family" of reds and blues. She noted that although the staff report indicated the colors of the other signs on the building were rust and ivory, there was a sign in the complex that was black, purple, and white. 9 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • * • • • • • • • Mayor Crites asked the applicant if she would be willing to go back to the Architectural Review Commission to discuss toning down the colors, and she agreed. i Councilman Wilson moved to, by Minute Motion, refer this matter back to the Architectural Review Commission and with suggestion to review the applicant's Ideas regarding color substitution. Motion was seconded by Snyder. Councilman Kelly stated that he had looked at the business location and felt it might be difficult to get identification there. He agreed that compatibility should be a consideration when reviewing signs; however, the City should also be interested in having businesses succeed. Mayor Crites called for the vote. Motion carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Mayor Crites asked if there was any provision for someone going through the appeal process to have temporary signage. Mr. Diaz responded that the applicant could come to his office and discuss temporary signage until this process is resolved. E. REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION RELATIVE TO THE 1990 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION. Mr. Altman noted there was a memo in the packets and said Mrs. Gilligan would answer any questions Council might have. Upon question by Wilson, Mrs. Gilligan responded that filing dates for the election are July 16th through August 1 0t h and that it would be extended five days if one incumbent does not file. Councilman Wilson moved to: 1) Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 90-61, calling and giving notice of the General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 6, 1990; 2) Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. .90-62, asking the Riverside County Board of Supervisors to approve the consolidation of the City's General Municipal Election with the State-wide General Election; 3) Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 90-63, adopting regulations for candidates as it relates to candidates' statements. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 10 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 . . . . . • . • . . . • * . . . * * * * * . . . . F. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS (FOR POTENTIAL ACTION): 1. Palmer CableVision Update. Mr. Ortega stated he had nothing new to report at this time but noted that a memo had been included in the packets relative to cable complaints received. 2. Update on Tri-Cities Sports Facility. Mr. Diaz reported that the feasibility study was under way with Urrutia 8 Associates and CHJ Soils Testing Laboratories. The areas to be examined with that study Included soils, utilities, topography, and wind. He noted that the next meeting would take place with representatives from the City Councils of Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, .and Palm Desert. He added that the City Managers of all three cities would also be meeting to discuss potential formulas and tying it in with the fire facilities program. 3. Update on San Pascual Avenue Traffic Management Plan. Mr. Holtz reviewed the staff report, noting that per Council direction, stop signs had been installed in four locations (Rutledge Way and Stoney Hill Court, Rutledge Way/Martini Court, San Pascual Avenue/Krug Avenue, and San Pascual Avenue/Rancho Road). He said traffic along San Pascual and Rutledge Way would be monitored closely to see if there is a need to refine the plan approved by Council. Councilmember Benson suggested that if the Sheriff's Department is monitoring the traffic, they might want to look closely at the traffic on Krug. She said people know the stop signs are in there now and are bypassing some of those stops and going onto other residential streets. Mayor Crites added that he felt there might be one stop too many in that area. He said perhaps one should be removed and placed on Krug. Council concurred, and Mr. Holtz said staff would monitor the entire matter closely. MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • -• •• • • • XI. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR RATIFICATION OF GRADING PLAN FOR VISTA PASEO, PHASE 1I. Mr. Holtz reviewed the staff report, noting that two meetings had been held and that an agreement had been worked out between the developer and the adjacent property owners' association whereby certain deed restrictions would be placed on the specific parcels which directly Impact the adjacent residents. Such restrictions included limitations on wall, vegetation, and structure heights. He said the developer had been given authorization to proceed, and he asked that Council ratify said authorization. Councilman Snyder complimented staff for working out such a difficult problem and moved to, by Minute Motion, ratify staff's authorization for the developer to proceed with grading operations. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. XII. OLD BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF INDIAN RIDGE COUNTRY CLUB ANNEXATION, SUNRISE CORPORATION, APPLICANT. Mr. Altman noted there was a memo in the packets and offered to answer any questions. Councilman Wilson moved to. by Minute Motion, direct staff to proceed with•the annexation and processing of the appropriate development agreements to approve and annex said property. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. XIII. REPORTS AND REMARKS A. CITY MANAGER 1. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Four One -Day -Off Prizes for Employee Picnic. Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize four one -day -off prizes for employee picnic, to be used by recipients before December 31, 1990. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 12 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. COLLEGE OF THE DESERT STUDENTS Mr. John Wohlmuth, Environmental Conservation Manager, stated that two students from College of the Desert had been hired for the summer work program at the City. He introduced Doug Allen and said he would be working with him on projects such as water conservation, commercial recycling bins, etc. He also introduced Simone Boswell and said she was currently working with the Building and Safety Department but would be moving around to other departments in the City. 3. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Mr. Altman asked that Council add an item to the Agenda by 4/5 vote dealing with the Fire Memorandum of Understanding between the Cities of Palm Desert, Indian Wells, and Rancho Mirage. Councilman Snyder moved to add this item to the Agenda for discussion as one which arose after the Agenda was posted. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Mr. Altman stated that two meetings ago when staff reported on the status of the situation with Indian Wells and Rancho Mirage, the Council adopted a resolution of intent to withdraw from the Cove Communities Public Safety Commission if certain issues were not resolved. He said these issues had been described in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and that staff's intent was that Council both adopt the resolution of intent to withdraw from the Commission and also authorize the Mayor to sign the MOU. However, the minutes of that meeting reflect that Council only adopted the resolution. Mayor Crites asked that Mr. Altman provide each of the Councilmembers with a copy of the MOU and that he would then sign it if there were no objections from his colleagues on the Council. Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to sign the Memorandum of Understanding between the Cities of Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, and Palm Desert contingent upon the Council's review and approval. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 13 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • B. CITY ATTORNEY Mr. Erwin introduced Mr. Pat Rogers, summer associate from University of New Mexico Law School, and Mr. Steve Kaughold, summer associate from Hastings Law School in San Francisco. 1. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION of a Procedure for Considering Emergency Items at Council Meetings. Mr. Erwin stated this issue had been raised and that he felt it was appropriate for Council to look at its rules with regard to considering emergency items at Council meetings. He said he had provided Council with a memorandum and ordinance which included suggested modifications whereby if an item comes up after the Agenda is posted and if it is to placed on the Agenda for Council consideration, it shall be made available to all members of the City Council, the City Manager, and City Attorney as early as possible prior to said meeting. Councilman Wilson moved to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 610 to second reading. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. 2. Mr. Erwin requested that the Council adjourn to Closed Session for the reasons stated on Page 9 of the Agenda with the deletion of Section 54956.9(a), pending litigation. C. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL o City Council Reouests for Action: 1. Committee/Commission Vacancies. (Mayor Buford A. Crites) Mayor Crites noted that he had provided Council with a memorandum which indicated current vacancies and vacancies which will occur this year for various City committees and commissions. He added that members listed on the memorandum had indicated a willingness to continue serving. Mrs. Gi11igan reminded the Council that interviews had been scheduled prior to the meeting on June 28th, beginning at 2:30 p.m. 14 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • • • JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Membership in Inland Business Council for Emergency Preparedness and Authorization of $150 Payment of Membership Fee. (Mayor Buford A. Crites) Mayor Crites reviewed the memorandum and offered to answer any questions. Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the City's membership in the Inland Business Council and authorize payment of the $150 fee. Motion was seconded by Wilson and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. XIV. o City Council Committee Reports: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - 8 None Councilman Wilson moved to adjourn to Closed Session at 5:26 p.m. pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, Real Property Transactions, 54956.9(b), Potential Litigation, and Personnel. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. Mayor Crites reconvened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. with no action announced from Closed Session. XV. COMPLETION OF ITEMS HELD OVER FROM 4:00 P.M. SESSION None XVI. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - C None XVII. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS A. PRESENTATION BY MR. HAL EVRY RELATIVE TO THE PROPOSED EAGLE MOUNTAIN SOLID WASTE RECLAMATION SITE. Mr. Evry addressed the Council and reviewed a prepared statement (on file and of record in the City Clerk's Office). He asked that the Council prepare its own Environmental Impact report and not accept the EIRs prepared by the garbage cartel and the County of Riverside. In addition, he asked that the Council bring this matter to a vote of the people who live here rather than making a political decision. 15 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • B. PRESENTATION BY AHMANSON DEVELOPMENT COMPANY. Mr. Greg Simon of Ahmanson Development Company presented the City Council with a plaque which read as follows: "Ahmanson Commercial Development Company Donates Fifty - Five Acre Hillside Preserve to The City of Palm Desert to Conserve the Santa Rosa Mountains for Future Generations". C. REQUEST FOR APPOINTMENT OF ROSEMARY TROY (TROY ENTERPRISES) AND CONNIE KATZ (CODA GALLERY) TO THE EL PASEO IMPROVEMENT AREA BOARD TO FILL THE VACANCIES CREATED BY THE RESIGNATIONS OF W. RAY HENDERSON AND DIANE COX, RESPECTIVELY. Councilman Wilson moved to, by Minute Motion, appoint Ms. Rosemary Troy and Ms. Connie Katz to the El Paseo Business Improvement Area Board to fill the vacancies created by the resignations of W. Ray Henderson and Diane Cox, respectively. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. XVIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS WITH COUNCIL CONCURRENCE, CONSIDERED AT THE SAME TIME. PUBLIC HEARINGS A THROUGH F WERE A. CONSIDERATION OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT FOR LANDSCAPE 8 LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 1980-1 (PRESIDENTS' PLAZA). B. CONSIDERATION OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT 7R LANDSCAPE 8 LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 81-3 (TRACT NOS. 121 -1 AND 12181-2 - THE VINEYARDS). C. CONSIDERATION OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT FOR LANDSCAPE 8 LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 4 (TRACT NO. 8237 - PARKVI EW ESTATES). D. CONSIDERATION OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT FOR LANDSCAPE 8 LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 5 (COOK STREET 8 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE MEDIANS). E. CONSIDERATION OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT FOR LANDSCAPE 8 LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 2 (CANYON COVE). F. CONSIDERATION OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT FOR LANDSCAPE 8 LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 6 (MONTEREY MEADOWS). Mayor Crites stated that all six of these public hearings had been advertised. Staff's recommendation was that they 16 MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • JUNE 14, 1990 • • • • • • • • • • be continued to the meeting of July 26, 1990, after receiving any public testimony. Mayor Crites declared the public hearings open and invited testimony in FAVOR of or OPPOSED to these assessments. No testimony was received. Councilman Snyder moved to continue these public hearings to the meeting of July 26, 1990. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote of the Council. XIX. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - D None XX. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion by Snyder, second by Kelly, and unanimous vote of the Council, Mayor Crites adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m. ATTEST: i /, SHEILA R. GILLIGAN, CI CLERK CITY OF PALM DESERT, , C LIFORNIA 17 BUFORD A. CRITES by WALTER H, SNYDER, MAYOR PRO-TEMPORE MAYOR