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THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 1995
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I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Crites convened the meeting at 4:25 p.m.
H. ROLL CALL
Present:
Councilmember Jean M. Benson
Councilman Richard S. Kelly
Mayor Pro-Tempore Walter H. Snyder
Councilman Robert A. Spiegel
Mayor Buford A. Crites
Also Present:
Ramon A. Diaz, Acting City Manager
David J. Erwin, City Attorney
Sheila R. Gilligan, Director of Community Affairs/City Clerk
Carlos L. Ortega, ACM/RDA Executive Director
Richard J. Folkers, ACM/Director of Public Works
John Wohlmuth, ACM/Director of Administrative Services
Paul S. Gibson, Finance Director/City Treasurer
Wayne Ramsey, Director of Code Compliance
Phil Drell, Acting Director of Community Development
Lisa Constande, Environmental Conservation Manager
Mary P. Gates, Deputy City Clerk
III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A
MR. TOM KIRK, Director of the Department of Human, Community, and Environmental
Resources at CVAG, introduced himself and his office assistant, Ms. Joyce Martin.
Mayor Crites also introduced one of the newest members of the Desert Sun staff, Ms. Michelle
Maltais. On behalf of the entire City Council, he welcomed her back to the community.
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IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. MINUTES of the Regular City Council Meetings of July 13, July 27, and August 10, 1995.
Rec: Approve as presented.
B. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Warrant Nos. 55, 57, 58,
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 6A, 7, and 8.
Rec: Approve as presented.
C-1. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY (#287) by William J. Sandlin in an Unspecified Amount.
Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the claim and direct the City Clerk to so notify the
Claimant.
C-2. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY (#288) by The Gas Company in the Amount of $1,048.79.
Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the claim and direct the City Clerk to so notify the
Claimant.
C-3. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY (#289) by John Walton in the Amount of $100,000.00.
Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the claim and direct the City Clerk to so notify the
Claimant.
C-4. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY (#290) by Marilyn L. Chase in the Amount of $1,459.46.
Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the claim and direct the City Clerk to so notify the
Claimant.
C-5. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY (#291) by Palmira I. Nieves in the Amount of $228.00.
Rec: By Minute Motion, deny the claim and direct the City Clerk to so notify the
Claimant.
D-1. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE by Shersand Corporation for
Nonchalance, 74-360 Highway 111, Palm Desert.
Rec: Receive and file.
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D-2. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE The 19th Hole, Inc. for 42-305
Washington Street, A, B, and C, Palm Desert.
Rec: Receive and file.
D-3. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLLCBEVERAGE LICENSE Thrifty Payless, Inc. for Payless
Drugs, 74-958 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert.
Rec: Receive and file.
D-4. APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Anthony D. Riccio and Elena
Anna Riccio for La Bella Cucina, 72-355 Highway 111, Suite C, Palm Desert.
Rec: Receive and file.
E. PRELIMINARY SCHEDULES QF INVF�STMENTS as of June 30 and July 31, 1995.
Rec: Receive and file.
F-1. RESOLUTION NO. 95-67 - 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 (June, 1995).
Rec: Waive further reading and adopt.
F-2. RESOLUTION NO. 95-68 - 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 (July, 1995).
Rec: Waive further reading and adopt.
G. MINUTES of the Investment and Finance Committee Meetings of June 1 and July 6, 1995.
Rec: Receive and file.
H. MINUTES of the Promotion Committee Meetings of May 17 and June 21, 1995.
Rec: Receive and file.
I. MINUTES of the Civic Arts Committee Meeting of June 12, 1995.
Rec: Receive and file.
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J. MTh= of the Art -In -Public -Places Committee Meeting of May 17, 1995.
Rec: Receive and file.
K. MINUTES of the Charitable Contributions/Outside Agency Committee Meeting of May 11,
1995.
Rec: Receive and file.
L-1. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Declaration of Surplus Property and Disposal Authorization.
Rec: By Minute Motion, declare the expansion unit and seven (7) disk units surplus
ur .r Li and authorize disposal.
L-2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Declaration of Surplus Property and Disposal Authorization.
Rec: By Minute Motion, declare the computer items in Attachment A of the staff report
surplus property and authorize disposal to Newport Leasing, Inc.
M. LETTER OF RESIGNATION from Mr. Hank Stokes from the Palm Desert Economic
Development Advisory Committee.
Rec: Receive with sincere regret.
N. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of 1996 Community Calendar (Contract No. C10200).
Rec: Removed from Consent Calendar. See Section VII, Consent Items Held Over, for
Council action.
0-1. REQUEST FOR RELEASE of Subdivision Improvement Security for Tract No. 27692 (D
& F Development, Applicant).
Rec: By Minute Motion, accept the subdivision improvements as complete and authorize
the City Clerk to release the subject improvement securities.
0-2. REQUEST FOR RELEASE of Subdivision Improvement Security for Tracts 25161 and 26018
(Desert Communities, Inc., Applicant).
Rec: By Minute Motion, accept the subdivision improvements as complete and authorize
the City Clerk to release the subject improvement securities.
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0-3. REQUEST FOR RELEASE of One -Year Maintenance Security for Parcel Map No. 27400
(Wailoa Group, Applicant).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the City Clerk to release the one-year maintenance
securities.
P. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Joint Use Agreement for Deep Canyon/Highway 111
Undergrounding (Contract No. C10210).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to execute the Joint Use Agreement
between Southern California Edison and the City of Palm Desert to facilitate the
underground Edison substructures used in the subject utility undergrounding project.
Q. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of the Transfer of Custody Agreement with Bank of America
to Bank of New York (Contract No. C1022(2).
Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the transfer of custody agreement with Bank of
America to Bank of New York and authorize the Treasurer to execute the
Acceptance Notice.
R. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Escrow Agreement with Desert Sands Unified School
District and the City of Palm Desert Community Facilities District 91-1 (Indian Ridge Mello -
Roos District), Contract No. C10230).
Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the escrow agreement with Desert Sands Unified
School District and the Community Facilities District CFD91-1 and authorize the
Mayor to sign the agreement.
S. RESOLUTION NO. 95-69 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert,
California, Amending the Fiscal Year 1994-95 Budget to Provide Additional Appropriations
from the Traffic Safety, Gas Tax, Art -In -Public -Places, and the General Fund.
Rec: Removed from Consent Calendar. See Section VII, Consent Items Held Over, for
Council action.
T. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Charitable Contributions/Outside Agency Committee
Recommendations for Funding in Accordance with the 1995/96 Budget.
Rec: Removed from Consent Calendar. See Section VII, Consent Items Held Over, for
Council action.
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U-1. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE OF WORK for Contract No. C09730 - Fred Waring Drive
and Phyllis Jackson Lane Signal Modification.
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for the
subject contract.
U-2. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE OF WORK for the Water and Sewer Improvements for
Cook Street Extension from Frank Sinatra Drive to Gerald Ford Drive (Project No. 660-95,
Contract No. C09550).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for the
subject contract.
U-3. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANC5 OF WORK for the Cook Street Northerly Extension -
Frank Sinatra Drive to Gerald Ford Drive (Project No. 660-95, Contract No. C08710).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for the
subject contract.
U-4. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE OF WORK for the East City Entry Signage (Contract No.
C08940).
Rec: Removed from Consent Calendar. See Section VII, Consent Items Held Over, for
Council action.
V-1. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION to Advertise and Call for Bids for Grass Seed to
Overseed the Civic Center Park.
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the City Clerk to advertise and call for bids for grass
seed to overseed the Civic Center Park.
V-2. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION to Advertise and Ca11 for Bids for the Construction of
the Gerald Ford Drive Extension Project (Project No. 667-95, Contract No. C10240).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the City Clerk to advertise and call for bids for the
construction of the Gerald Ford Drive Extension Project.
W. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of the Renovation of the North Side of Fred Waring Drive
between Warner Trail and California Avenue.
Rec: By Minute Motion: 1) Authorize staff to proceed with the renovation of the Fred
Waring Drive parkway to include plans and project bids; 2) appropriate $60,000
from the unobligated General Fund Reserve for the projects.
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X. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT for Design Services for the Country Club Drive
and Resorter Boulevard and Country Club Drive and Park Center Drive/Barrington Drive
Traffic Signals (Contract No. C10250).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to execute a contract with Robert Bein,
William Frost & Associates in the amount of $12,200.00.
Y-1. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. C09910 - Street
Resurfacing and Repair Program.
Rec: By Minute Motion: 1) Approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $118,691.00;
2) authorize the transfer of $118,691.00 from contingency to base.
Y-2. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Change Order No. 2 to Contract No. C07070 - Design of
the Toro Peak Storm Drain (Project No. 515).
Rec: By Minute Motion: 1) Approve Change Order No. 2 to Contract C07070 for the
contract specifications and construction survey services of the Toro Peak Storm
Drain in the amount of $14,962.00; 2) authorize the transfer of $7,470.00 from
contingency to base; 3) appropriate $7,492.00 from Project Account No. 232-4378-
433-4001.
Z. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Resolutions Authorizing the City of Palm Desert to
Participate in Southern California Joint Powers Insurance Authority Liability and Workers'
Compensation Programs.
Rec: 1) Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 95-70 authorizing the City to
participate in the Liability Program of Southern California Joint Powers Insurance
Authority; 2) waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 95-71 authorizing the
City to participate in the Workers' Compensation Program of Southern California
Joint Powers Insurance Authority; 3) waive further reading and adopt Resolution
No. 95-72 authorizing City volunteers to be covered under City's Workers'
Compensation Program.
AA. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of CVAG Reimbursement Agreement for the Monterey Avenue
and Fred Waring Drive Eligible Improvements (Project No. 510/95, Contract No. C10260).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to execute the subject reimbursement
agreement.
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BB. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of CVAG Reimbursement Agreement for the Cook Street and
I-10 Interchange (Frank Sinatra Drive to Varner Road) Amendment No. 2 (Contract No.
C08562).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to execute a reimbursement agreement with
CVAG for the subject project.
CC. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of CVAG Reimbursement Agreement - Monterey
Avenue/Torremolinos to Clancy Lane, Including a Bridge over the Whitewater River -
Amendment No. 1 (Contract No. C08811).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to execute the subject reimbursement
agreement.
DD. REOUEST FOR APPROVAL of Art -In -Public -Places Committee Member Travel to
Philadelphia to Attend an Outdoor Sculpture Workshop.
Rec: By Minute Motion: 1) Approve Committee Member Travel for Art -In -Public -Places
Member Celeste Vigon to the S.O.S. Conservation Workshop in Philadelphia.
EE. REOUEST FOR APPROVAL of Rescindment of Contract No. C08970 Between the City of
Palm Desert and the Desert Community College District Auxiliary (dba Regional Business
Assistance Center).
Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the rescindment of Contract No. C08970 between the
City of Palm Desert and the Desert Community College Auxiliary (dba Regional
Business Assistance Center) which was approved at the City Council meeting of
July 13, 1995 (see Redevelopment Agency Agenda for new contract).
Councilman Spiegel asked that Items N, S, and T be removed for separate discussion under Section
VII, Consent Items Held Over, of the Agenda. Mayor Crites asked that Item U-4 also be removed
for separate discussion.
Upon motion by Spiegel, second by Kelly, and unanimous vote of the Council, the remainder of
the Consent Calendar was approved as presented.
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V. RESOLUTIONS
A. RESOLUTION NO. 95-73 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS TO LEVY A SPECIAL TAX PURSUANT TO SECTION 53978 OF
THE GOVERNMENT CODE FOR FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION SERVICES
FOR FISCAL YEAR 1995/96.
Mr. Diaz reviewed the staff report and offered to answer any questions.
Councilman Kelly moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 95-73. Motion was
seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 95-74 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 90-58 RELATIVE
TO REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE PROMOTION COMMii i r r..
Mr. Diaz noted the resolution in the packets and stated that Mrs. Gilligan was available
answer any questions.
Mrs. Gilligan stated that this resolution would change the regularly scheduled meetings from
the third Wednesday of each month to the third Tuesday of each month.
Councilman Spiegel moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution NO. 95-74. Motion was
seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
C. RESOLUTION NQ. 95-75 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 93-23 AND
EXPANDING THE BOARD OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION TO
NINE MEMBERS (SEVEN MEMBERS AND TWO ALTERNATES) AND APPROVING
THE BYLAWS AS AMENDED.
Mr. Diaz stated that this would change the membership to nine from seven.
Councilman Spiegel moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 95-75. Motion was
seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
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VI. ORDINANCES
For Introduction:
A. ORDINANCE NO. 784 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 569 RELATIVE TO
ABSENCES FROM COMIvu i i r ICOMMISSION MEETINGS.
Mrs. Gilligan noted that this was a clarification because the original ordinance was silent as
to what is considered an excused absence and what is not excused.
Councilman Spiegel moved to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 14 to second reading.
Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
B. ORDINANCE NO. 785 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 10.24.090, NOTICE TO OWNER
OF LAND AND OWNER OF VEHICLE, THAT PARAGRAPH 2 BE AMENDED TO
READ "SUBDIVISION (C) (CVC 22661)", OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO ABANDONED VEHICLES.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets and stated that Mr. Ramsey was available to answer
any questions.
Councilman Spiegel moved to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 2$5 to second reading.
Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote.
C. ORDINANCE NO, 786 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER X TO TITLE 9 (COMMENCING
WITH SECTION 9.70) OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE
PROTECTION OF THE PEACE AND SECURITY OF MEDICAL FACILITIES AND THE
WELL-BEING, TRANQUILITY, AND PRIVACY OF PERSONAL RESIDENCES.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets and stated that Captain Steve Bloomquist would
answer any questions.
Councilman Snyder moved to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. 2 to second reading.
Motion was seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
For Adoption:
None
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VII. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER
N. REOUEST FOR APPROVAL of 1996 Community Calendar (Contract No. C10200).
Mayor Crites stated that it had been suggested that this item be continued to the meeting of
September 14, 1995, in order to obtain more information.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, continue this matter to the meeting of September
14, 1995, and direct staff to bring to the Council the rationale for its recommendation to award the contract
to Conner Enterprises, Inc. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
S. RESOLUTION NO. 95-69 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert,
California, Amending the Fiscal Year 1994-95 Budget to Provide Additional Appropriations
from the Traffic Safety, Gas Tax, Art -In -Public -Places, and the General Fund.
Councilman Spiegel stated that he had asked that this be removed so that staff could explain
exactly what this means.
Mr. Gibson clarified the matter and stated that this was basically a housekeeping item.
Councilman Spiegel moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 95-69. Motion was
seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
T. J EOUEST FOR APPROVAL of Charitable Contributions/Outside Agency Committee
Recommendations for Funding in Accordance with the 1995/96 Budget.
Councilman Spiegel asked how the amounts for these contributions compared with last year's
contributions.
Councilmember Benson responded that the Chamber of Commerce was up about $10,000
because the Historical Society building was made a part of the Visitor Bureau, and the
Chamber will help staff that building. She said the YMCA was cut from last year, and the
rest of the agencies were all in line with last year's requests.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the Charitable Contributions/Outside
Agency Committee recommendations for funding in accordance with the 1995/96 budget for the agencies
listed in the staff report dated August 24, 1995, and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreements between
the City and those same agencies. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote.
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U-4. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE OF WORT( for the East City Entry Signage (Contract No.
C08940).
Mayor Crites stated this was for the entry signage at the Palm Desert/Indian Wells border.
He asked that two things be done: 1) Make sure we work as expeditiously as possible with
Caltrans to take care of the signs (approximately five) that at least partially obscure the
signage; 2) work cooperatively to make sure the landscaping is put in as quickly as possible.
With those additions, Mayor Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, accept the project as complete
and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for the subject project. Motion was seconded
by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PROPOSAL FOR A LIBRARY SERVICES AND
CONSTRUCTION ACT (LSCA) GRANT BEING SUBIvu i .trAi ON BEHALF OF THE
PUBLIC LIBRARY PORTION OF THE MULTI -AGENCY LIBRARY.
Mr. Diaz reviewed the staff report and stated that Principal Librarian Barbara Bowie was
available to answer any questions. He noted that this would have no fiscal impact on the City
except a positive one if the grant is approved.
Councilmember Benson stated that while in Monterey, she heard about libraries being
developed with the capability of allowing citizens to bring their lap top computers into the
library and working into the system. She asked if this would be possible with this new
library.
MS. BOWIE stated that if this grant were approved, it was earmarked for the business
community. She said this would allow people with modems in their homes or businesses to
access services or come into the library and access the system.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize the Acting City Manager to sign the
Proposal Document for a Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) Grant being submitted on behalf
of the Public Library portion of the Multi -Agency Library. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by
unanimous vote.
B. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM MS. SHARON STONE RELATIVE TO
PROPOSED BELL AT THE NEW ST. MARGARET'S SCHOOL.
Mr. Diaz stated that Ms. Stone had questions relative to the proposed bell tower ar St.
Margaret's School. He said staff was still waiting for information relative to the number of
times the bell will ring each day. Reverend Hall had indicated that it would ring three times
per day - when school starts, at 12:00 p.m., and at 3:00 p.m.; however, the principal of the
school had indicated it might be less than that. In addition, plans were to allow students to
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ring the bell on their birthday. He said staff was also waiting for information relative to what
the decibel reading of the bell will be.
MS. SHARON STONE, 72-685 Haystack Road, read a prepared statement (attached hereto
and made a part hereof as Exhibit "A").
Mayor Crites asked if staff knew when the bell would be installed. Mr. Diaz responded that
staff did not yet have a definite date but would contact the school tomorrow to see how close
they are to providing the City with the information requested.
Councilman Spiegel asked if St. Margaret's was aware of the concerns, and Mr. Diaz
responded that it was.
No Council action was taken on this item.
C. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM PALM DESERT AQUATICS SWIM TEAM
FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF A SWIM MEET AT COLLEGE OF THE DESERT ON
SEPTEMBER 30, 1995.
Mr. Diaz stated that a request had been received to hold this item to the 7:00 p.m. portion
of the meeting.
Council concurred.
At the 7:00 p.m. portion, Mr. Diaz reviewed the staff report and recommendation relative
to this request. He noted that the Palm Desert Aquatics Swim Team had requested
$2,500.00, and staff recommended approval of the request. He said the Swim Meet would
be at Palm Desert High School.
Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the request for funding in the amount of
$2,500 to offset the cost of trophies and awards and appropriate the funds from the Charitable Contributions
Fund. Motion was seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
On behalf of the entire City Council, Mayor Crites extended the City's good wishes to this
group and thanked them for being available to answer any questions.
Councilmember Benson noted that the City not only supported them, it did fund the meter
board for them at the Palm Desert High School so they would be able to have the Swim
Meet.
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D. REOUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE AND THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT (Contract No. C06893).
Mr. Diaz reviewed the staff report, noting that this would increase the number of deputies
and hours of coverage. He stated that Captain Steve Bloomquist was available to respond to
any questions.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the third amendment to the agreement
for law enforcement services between the County of Riverside and the City of Palm Desert and direct the
City Clerk to prepare a press release explaining the Council's action and advising them of the many services
provided for them by the Sheriff's Department. Motion was seconded by Kelly.
Councilman Kelly asked whether the "171 hours with an equivalency of 35 deputy positions"
included the Captain, Lieutenant, and Sergeant.
Captain Bloomquist responded that two Sergeant positions were included in the 35. Over and
above the 35 were investigators, and additional supervisors.
Councilman Kelly stated that also over and above the 35 were the drug teams, SWAT teams,
and all the other services provided by the Riverside County Sheriff Department. Captain
Bloomquist agreed and said these services were aviation, narcotics, hazardous device, etc.
Mayor Crites called for the vote. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Councilmember Benson asked that a press release be prepared and sent to the newspapers
advising that the City had increased this service because of all the awareness of crime, etc.
She said there were people who said Palm Desert was not doing enough, and she felt it would
be nice to let them know what the City is doing in this regard.
Council concurred.
E. REOUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF APPAL OF ANNUAL WEED ABATEMENT BY
CARL VOCE, APN 627-171-004-4, 005-5, 006-6, 013-2, AND 014-3.
Mr. Ramsey reviewed the staff report and offered to answer any questions.
Mayor Crites stated that he had looked at the lots and felt they needed trash removal more
than weed abatement. He said he felt the weeds were no worse on these connected lots than
in other places in the City such as the parking lot about a block or so to the east.
Mr. Ramsey agreed but added that as part of the City's annual weed abatement program, the
Fire Marshal goes out and determines those lots that need to be cleaned. He added that the
property owner would be charged whatever the contractor charges to do this.
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Councilman Kelly added that care of vacant lots is different now from what we did several
years ago, and he said care must be taken in how we go about fire abatement these days.
Mr. Ramsey agreed and said staff liked to see the green vegetation remain and the dead
things removed and the lots not scraped.
Councilman Snyder moved to, by Minute Motion, deny the appeal and require that the lots be
abated per Chapter 8.20 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code and Article 11.021 of the Uniform Fire Code.
With regard to actually cleaning the lot, Councilman Spiegel suggested that perhaps there
should be some kind of limitation on the number of hours the contractor has to do this so that
it does not become a five-day job.
Mayor Crites stated that the Council has made known its concern that when we bring in a
contractor, that we keep an eye on the contractor to make sure no more time is taken than
is necessary to clean the lots and that it is done in a manner that is consistent with being
efficient with money.
Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote.
F. CONSIDERATION OF REOUEST FROM LORAN -LORAN FOR APPROVAL OF
MASSAGE PERMIT APPLICATION.
Mr. Ramsey noted the report in the packets and said staff felt comfortable approving this
permit.
Upon question by Councilman Spiegel, Councilmember Benson responded that this was more
than just a beauty salon. She said it showed that if you try hard, you can succeed on El
Paseo, and she added that she felt this salon looked very nice.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the request from Loran -Loran for a
massage permit. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote.
G. REOUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON RULE 20A
UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING RESOLUTIONS.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets and offered to answer any questions.
Councilman Snyder moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution Nos. 95-76 and 95-77
authorizing Southern California Edison to use the City of Palm Desert Rule 20A funds for the
undergrounding of overhead utilities along the east side of San Pablo Avenue south of Fred Waring Drive
and the overhead lines extending east/west over Jensen's Center from Larkspur Lane to San Pablo. Motion
was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
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H. REQUEST FOR REVOCATION OF BUSINESS LICENSE FOR ALEKSANDER
OSTRYZHNIOUK, BUSINESS LICENSE NO. 95-12315, FOR ACUPRESSURE.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets and stated that Mr. Ramsey was available to answer
any questions.
Mayor Crites asked how it was determined that acupressure was closer to massage than to
acupuncture. Mr. Ramsey responded that the City Attorney's office investigated the licensing
for acupressure versus acupuncture. The opinion from the City Attorney's office was that
pressure is part of massage.
Mr. Erwin added that the opinion was based on what acupressure consists of. He said it was
the physical activity of pressing in various spots which is closer to massage and is different
from puncture.
Mr. Ramsey noted that acupressure was also part of the curriculum for massage schools.
Upon question by Councilman Spiegel, he stated that the applicant had applied for a massage
parlor license but was denied because the facility did not meet any of the criteria necessary;
i.e., no place to put shower facilities, etc.
Councilmember Benson moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize the revocation of Business License
No. 95-12315 based upon the requirements of Chapter 5.86 which resulted in the denial of the applicant's
massage establishment permit; location of business is within 1000 feet of both residential area and a business
involved in the on -premise sale of alcoholic beverages. Motion was seconded by Spiegel and carried by
unanimous vote.
I. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF COACHELLA VALLEY CLEAN REGION PROGRAM
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU).
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets and stated that staffs recommendation was for
approval.
Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the Coachella Valley Clean Region
Program Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and authorize the Mayor to execute same. Motion was
seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
J. CONSIDERATION OF ISSUES AND CONCERNS RAISED BY HOMEOWNERS ON
HAYSTACK ROAD RELATIVE TO THE EAST END OF HAYSTACK ROAD AND
IRONWOOD PARK.
Mr. Folkers reviewed the report in the packets, noting that the area is presently maintained
as a natural area. He said the underlying concern was not what it looks like now, but people
want it to look the way the area west of Heliotrope looks with green grass, etc. Staff could
go out and have the area cleaned out as far as the smaller brush and leave the larger bushes
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there. He said staff felt the area should be maintained in its natural state because of costs to
change it to grass.
Mayor Crites said he felt what needed to be done was to have someone with an eye for plants
go out and look at the area. He said there was dead plant material in there, and we need to
get in there to trim all of the things that look like dead weeds. He added that the back of the
area near Marrakesh still had all the marks from the heavy equipment tire treads, and it
looked like waste piles. Behind those piles before the Marrakesh fence are piles of straggly
and unattractive tamarisk that need to be removed.
Mr. Folkers suggested that Eric Johnson go out and look at the area. He said staff would
also like to have the Mayor and any of the Councilmembers also go out to the area.
Councilman Spiegel suggested that we invite some of the homeowners on Haystack who wrote
letters to the City. He felt they should be involved in the process so they are satisfied with
what is done rather than having the City just go out and do something and then asking them
what they think about it.
Mr. Folkers stated that with Council concurrence, staff would write letters to these people
and explain the program as to how we intend to move rapidly and invite any of them to attend
at a mutual time to review it.
Mayor Crites asked if he remembered correctly that when we reached agreement on the
Vintage project, that Ted Lennon has a requirement to do public art and a park in that corner.
He said now may be an appropriate time to talk to Mr. Lennon about this.
Mr. Diaz responded that staff would look into that and talk to Mr. Lennon and report back
to the Council.
Mayor Crites stated that in addition, the Boys and Girls Club will be doing a training project
in desert landscaping and horticultural practices with The Living Desert, which is right across
the street. He said it may be that here is a demonstration thing for them to a little bit of
work on as well that involves them in doing something practical right across the street from
where they are otherwise doing their work.
Councilmember Benson said she felt the homeowners should know about this and said many
of them probably didn't even know that that corner was going to be fixed. She said she felt
they needed to know the overall plans for that area.
Councilman Snyder suggested that staff should put together a program involving all of these
ideas that were presented.
Mr. Diaz stated that staff would do nothing but the weed abatement portion at this time and
come back to the Council on September 14th with the complete program.
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Councilman Spiegel said he felt we need to address Ironwood Park since this has been an
ongoing problem since it was put in. He asked if that had been solved.
Mr. Folkers responded that staff had been working with Captain Bloomquist. He said
unfortunately there was some misinformation that had been given to some of the residents
indicating the Sheriff's Department was not continuing its diligent patrols and other activities
that needed to be done at the park. He assured the Council that per discussions with Captain
Bloomquist, everything that needs to be done is being done.
Councilman Kelly assured Council as liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission that
although there are problems at Ironwood Park, there are people working on them.
With Council concurrence, staff was directed to do the weed abatement in this area and to come
back to the Council at its September 14th meeting with a complete program.
K. PRESENTATION BY MR BILL CLAPPER OF CVAG RELATIVE TO THE ERNST-
YOUNG AUDIT OF THE CVAG FINANCIAL AND PROJECT PLANNING
ASSESSMENT.
Executive Director Corky Larson gave a brief overview of the report and said they were
taking each of the recommendations from Ernst -Young and addressing them.
Councilman Kelly stated that the Coachella Valley had the best transportation plan in process
anywhere in the United States, and the reason for that is because the cities put it together
themselves the way they wanted it to be. He said western Riverside County did not have a
good plan like the Coachella Valley. He felt it was important to keep control of the plan and
not let someone from outside tell us how it will be done, and so far Ms. Larson was seeing
to it that this happened.
Ms. Larson complimented Councilman Kelly and Mr. Eli Birer for their leadership in putting
together this plan.
Mayor Crites stated he wanted to make sure his colleagues were aware of future issues
dealing with revenue projections and sources of income and things that when looked at this
several years ago were seen differently from what it turned out to be.
Councilman Kelly stated that it had been known for a long time that there is not enough
money to do everything we want to do; however, at the same time we are having trouble
spending what we have. He said we need to use that money as fast as possible and put it
where the citizens can use it.
Ms. Larson noted that a plan had been put together for Measure A, and everything on that
plan will be done before the year 2000.
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Councilman Kelly asked how much Measure A and TUMF funds were projected to be
generated in 20 years. Ms. Amy Aguer of CVAG responded that there would be
approximately $104 million in TUMF fees and $180 million in Measure A plus interest
earned on those funds. In addition, there were SB300 funds, developer contributions, and
local agency contributions.
Councilman Kelly stated that there is no other place in the world where nine agencies plus
the County put together a program to fund something and then prioritized all of the projects.
He said a few have tried but have not even come close.
No Council action was taken on this item.
L. REOUEST FOR AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT CONTRACT FOR ALL
WEATHER BRIDGE ON MONTEREY AVENUE AND THE WHITEWATER STORM
CHANNEL (Project No. 696-95, Contract No. C10270).
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets and offered to answer any questions.
Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize the City Manager and Mayor to award
the subject contract to NBS/Lowry of Palm Desert in the amount of $240,164.00 plus a contingency of ten
percent for the construction management of the All Weather Bridge on Monterey Avenue at the Whitewater
Storm Channel. Motion was seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
M. REOUEST FOR APPROVAL OF 21ST YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT AND MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH JOSLYN SENIOR CENTER.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets.
Councilman Kelly moved to by Minute Motion: 1) Approve the Supplemental Agreement with the
County of Riverside which will authorize the City to release awards to 21 st Year CDBG subrecipients
(Contract No. C10280); 2) approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Joslyn Senior Center of
the Cove Communities and the City of Palm Desert (Contract No. C10290). Motion was seconded by
Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
N. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT for Animal Control Services (Contract No.
C10300).
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets.
Councilman Spiegel questioned the cost of animal control services through the County of
Riverside. Mr. Ramsey responded that it was $96,000.00.
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Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, award a one-year contract for Animal Control
Services to California Animal Care in the amount of $75,000.00, with a start up date of September 1, 1995.
Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
O. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR BERMUDA DUNES FISCAL
IMPACT STUDY (Contract No. C10310).
Mr. Diaz stated this was the first step of many that would address the eventual determination
on whether or not Bermuda Dunes should be annexed into the City of Palm Desert.
Mayor Crites noted that the City had received the requisite number of signatures; therefore,
by law, the City must take certain actions, and one of those actions is to do a fiscal analysis
which neither implies support nor intention to deny this request.
Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the agreement with Rosenow Spevacek
Group, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $15,000 and instruct staff to execute the appropriate contracts.
Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
P. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
1. Colony Cablevision of California Update.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets relative to complaints received for the period
from July 4, 1995, through August 15, 1995.
2. Update on Interchanges:
a. I-10/Washington Street
b. I-10/Cook Street
c. I-10/Monterey Avenue
Mr. Folkers updated the Council on the progress of these projects. He said with
regard to the Washington/I-10 project, staff hoped to be out to bid next spring as
anticipated in order to obtain SB300 funds for the interchanges. With regard to the
Cook and Monterey interchanges, he said eight firms had taken out plans, and the bid
date had been changed from September 6 to September 12 because of the addendums
sent out.
Councilman Kelly moved to add an item which arose after the Agenda was posted, said item dealing
with right of way acquisition for the Cook Street Interchange. Motion was seconded by Spiegel and carried
by unanimous vote.
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Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to execute the document for
Southern Pacific Transportation Company right of way (Contract No. C10390), subject to approval by the
City Attorney. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
Mayor Crites stated that the City of Palm Desert and the County of Riverside were
the two members of the Roads and Bridges Benefit District. He said he had met with
Supervisor Roy Wilson once this week and would meet again tomorrow. They had
the first reading of the ordinance, and second reading would be tomorrow at 2:00
p.m., with the public hearing set for September 25th. He said this would be moved
along as quickly as possible so that the County's 25% of the funding can be tended
to.
Mr. Bill Clapper of CVAG noted that the public hearing would be October 1 lth in the
Palm Desert Council Chamber. He said there would be a third Roads and Bridges
Benefit District meeting on September 25th for adoption of the rules and regulations
for the District.
3. Olson Field/Rutledge Strip Landscape Maintenance.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets and stated that Assistant City Manager John
Wohlmuth was available to answer any questions. He said the recommendation was
that staff be given the authority to appropriate $15,770 to finalize agreements for
maintenance of these fields.
Mr. Wohlmuth addressed the Council and stated that earlier that day a compromise
had been reached with the Desert Sands Unified School District wherein the District
agreed to fund $400.00 per month. This would leave approximately $8,000 for the
City of Palm Desert to pay. He noted that the Coachella Valley Recreation and Parks
District would actually do the maintenance. He said staffs recommendation was to
take this forward and get an agreement with all parties and get it going before the start
of soccer season.
Councilman Snyder moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize staff to move forward with an agreement
for all participating entities for maintenance of joint use facilities in the City and appropriate necessary funds
for same. Motion was seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
IX. CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
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X. OLD BUSINESS
A. REOUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF STATUS OF PEOPLE MOVER GRANT EFFORT.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
Upon question by Councilman Kelly, Mr. Diaz stated that staff would prepare a report and
recommendation for that meeting.
B. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF FUTURE PALM DESERT LIBRARY SERVICES.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets. He said the Library Committee felt a library
district was the best alternative to provide the best level of library services for Palm Desert.
He said the recommendation was to continue on this track but also discuss with adjoining
cities the goal of establishing a regional library district.
Mayor Crites stated the report from the Committee was excellent and well done. He said he
had distributed to his colleagues copies of a letter from Riverside County seeking to establish
a library task force and asking that the Mayor be a member of that task force. He said he
agreed with what Councilman Snyder, Mr. Diaz, and others had come up with on this. He
stated that unless his colleagues objected, at the next CVAG Executive Committee meeting
he would ask whether CVAG might be the appropriate vehicle for discussion of a Valley -wide
library district. That way we can make sure that College of the Desert, Desert Sands Unified
School District, and all cities could be involved in this since they are not part of the County
Library services.
Councilman Snyder stated he would not want to delay the City's program.
Mayor Crites suggested that the Council, along with concurring with the Library Committee's
recommendations in the report, also authorize him to approach CVAG to look at a potential
Valley -wide library district.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion: 1) Concur with the Library Committee
recommendation as outlined in the staff report and direct staff to prepare a plan and schedule for the creation
of a library district; 2) authorize staff to approach CVAG relative to looking at a potential Valley -wide
library district. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
C. REOUEST FOR APPROVAL OF EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY EMERGENCY
FUNDING FOR PALM DESERT PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICE.
Councilman Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the extension of temporary emergency
library funding through December 31, 1995, at a total cost of $24,600.00.
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Mayor Crites asked whether any other cities had taken this kind of action.
Principal Librarian Barbara Bowie responded that the City of Palm Desert was the only one
to date but that the City of Temecula was exploring this. She added that Palm Desert's
funding was actually taking care of two libraries.
Mayor Crites called for the vote. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried by unanimous vote.
D. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF REASSESSMENT AND REFUNDING
PROCEEDINGS FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NOS. 83-1, 84-1R, AND 87-1.
Mr. Dennis Coleman reviewed the staff report and recommendation, noting that bonds would
be issued at the Financing Authority level. He stated that all delinquencies on all three of
these issues would be brought current with some of the funds. Those parcel owners who
were delinquent would then have a lower reassessment for the original outstanding bonds.
He added that Resolutions Nos. 95-79, 95-81, and 95-84 had been amended, and he asked
that those amended resolutions plus the others listed on the Agenda be approved.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, as revised during the meeting: 1) Waive further reading and adopt
Resolution No. 95-78 approving and confirming report and reassessment for the refunding of the outstanding
bonds of Assessment District No. 83-1; 2) waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 95-79 as
amended, authorizing the issuance and sale of refunding bonds for Assessment District No. 83-1; 3) waive
further reading and adopt Resolution No. 95-80 approving and confirming report and reassessment for the
refunding of the outstanding bonds of Assessment District No. 84-1R; 4) waive further reading and adopt
Resolution No. 95-81 as amended, authorizing the issuance and sale of refunding bonds for Assessment
District No. 84-1R; 5) waive further reading and adopt Resolution No 95-82 amending and correcting
Resolution No. 95-64; 6) waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 95-83 approving and confirming
report and reassessment for the refunding of the outstanding bonds of Assessment District No. 87-1; 7)
waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 95-84 as amended, authorizing the issuance and sale of
refunding bonds for Assessment District No. 87-1. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by
unanimous vote.
XI. REPORTS AND REMARKS
A. CITY MANAGER
1. Requestfor Consideration of Delegates for Southern California Joint Powers Insurance
Authority (SCJPIA).
Mayor Crites suggested continuing with the same two individuals who were delegates
to the Coachella Valley Joint Powers Insurance Authority, Councilman Snyder and
Finance Director Paul Gibson.
Council concurred.
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B. CITY ATTORNEY
Mr. Erwin requested a Closed Session at the appropriate time to discuss items listed on the
Agenda as follows:
Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9(a):
1) City of Palm Desert v. Town Center Plaza, et al, Riverside County Superior
Court, Case No. 82696.
2) Gonzales v. City of Palm Desert, Riverside County Superior Court, Indio
Branch, Case No. 257063.
3) Francis McBride v. City of Palm Desert, Riverside County Superior Court,
Case No. 29582.
4) Ken-Mor Enterprises, Inc. v. City of Palm Desert, Riverside County
Municipal Court, Case No. 84151.
Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9:
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b):
Number of potential cases:
Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c):
Number of potential cases:
Conference with Real Property Negotiator pursuant to Section 54956.8:
Property: Lot 130, Country Club Village No. 1, M.B. 40/9-11 and a portion of
the east half of Section 16 T5SR6E SBB&M, and 3.1 acres M/L Sec.
16 in Por SE14 RTSS
Negotiating Parties:
Agency: City of Palm Desert
Property Owner: Jack Rule and Dr. Rigby
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Public Employee Performance Evaluation pursuant to Section 54957
Title of Position: City Manager
Security of Public Services or Facilities
Consultation with: Sheriff's Department and Building Department
C. CITY CLERK
1. Rescheduling of Joint City Council/Planning Commission Meeting.
Mrs. Gilligan suggested that the joint meeting scheduled for September 22, 1995,
be changed to October 18, 1995.
Mayor Crites responded that the Councilmembers would look at their calendars
during the dinner recess and would let her know whether this date was acceptable.
2. Mrs. Gilligan noted that the John Seward sculpture entitled "Best Seller" which had
been on display by the lagoon in the Civic Center Park would be taken back by the
artist who needed it in a show.
Upon question by Council relative to purchasing the piece, Mrs. Gilligan responded
that it would be at a cost of $120,000. Council declined.
D. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
o City Council Requests for Action
1. Discussion of One School District Boundary for Palm Desert (Mayor Buford
A. Crites and Councilman Robert A. Spiegel).
Councilman Spiegel stated that Palm Desert is part of two different school
districts, Desert Sands and Palm Springs. He asked that staff take a look at
this and come back with a recommendation as to how this can be changed.
Mayor Crites stated that this had been looked at and that Council needed to
direct staff to move forward in terms of the discussions. He added that there
is not a problem yet because almost everything that would be included in the
Palm Springs district is undeveloped land.
Council concurred to direct staff to move forward with this.
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2. Consideration of Resolution Relative to the Rental Assistance Initiative
(Councilman Richard S. Kelly).
Councilman Kelly noted the information in the packets.
Mayor Crites stated that the League of California cities had opposed this
initiative.
Councilmember Benson added that the Mayor had sent a letter to the Governor
opposing this. She said the GSMOL newspaper had included a list of cities
opposing the initiative, and she had asked the Council Secretary to call and let
them know that Palm Desert was also opposed and should be added to their
list.
MS. BETTY TUMINELLO, 301 Marble Lane, Palm Springs, spoke as the
District Representative to GSMOL and asked that the Council adopt a
resolution opposing the initiative. She added that the Cities of Palm Springs
and Rancho Mirage and the County Board of Supervisors had all passed
similar resolutions.
Councilman Spiegel moved to waive further reading and adopt a resolution similar to the resolution
from the City of Carson opposing the misleading "Rental Assistance" Initiative (Resolution No. 95-85).
Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
3. Discussion of Palm Desert Water & Services District (Mayor Buford A. Crites).
Mayor Crites stated that no action was necessary on this item but that he
wanted to make sure the Councilmembers received copies of the letter from
the Palm Desert Water & Services District to customers.
4. Consideration of Invitation to Attend an Energy Workshop at Edison's Hydro -
Electric Facilities in the Western Sierras October 11-13, 1995, and Request for
Adoption of a Resolution Establishing this Workshop as an Official City
Function (Mayor Buford A. Crites).
Mayor Crites stated that this invitation had been received from Southern
California Edison.
Councilman Spiegel noted that there was a regularly scheduled City Council
meeting on October 12th.
Councilmember Benson stated she felt someone from the City should attend.
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Mayor Crites asked that the Council designate who from staff should attend,
and if Council was not sure who to choose, the City Manager should designate
someone to attend on behalf of the City.
Council concurred.
5. Consideration of Invitation for Mayor to Co -Lead the First Delegation from
the Coachella Valley to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington,
D.C. October 12-15, 1995 (Mayor Buford A. Crites).
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize the Mayor to co -lead the subject
delegation. Motion was seconded by Kelly and carried by unanimous vote.
o City Council Committee Reports:
None
XII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - B
None
With Council concurrence, Mayor Crites adjourned the meeting at 6:15 p.m. for dinner and Closed
Session. He reconvened the meeting at 7:05 p.m.
XIII. COMPLETION OF ITEMS HELD OVER FROM 4:00 P.M. SESSION
None
XIV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - C
None
XV. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS
A. APPOINTMENT OF MR. DIDIER BLOCH TO THE EL PASEO IMPROVEMENT AREA
ADVISORY BOARD.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
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B. APPOINTMENT TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMi i i r c TO FILL
VACANCIES CREATED BY THE RESIGNATIONS OF HANK STOKES AND DON
HEDLUND.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
C. APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO FILL THE VACANCIES
CREATED BY THE EXPIRATION OF TERM OF SONIA CAMPBELL AND THE
RESIGNATION OF CAROL WHITLOCK.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
D. APPOINTMENT TO ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION TO FILL VACANCIES
CREATED BY EXPIRATION OF TERMS OF RICK HOLDEN AND FRANK URRUTIA.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
E. APPOINTMENT TO BUILDING BOARD OF APPEALS AND CONDEMNATION TO
FILL VACANCIES CREATED BY EXPIRATION OF TERMS OF ROD MURPHY AND
KEN ROBERTS.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
F. APPOINTMENT TO CIVIC ARTS COMM! i ! tt TO FILL VACANCIES CREATED BY
EXPIRATION OF TERMS OF JEFF COURCHAINE, SLOANE HALLORAN, SHARON
SPIEGEL, AND JIM STRUCK.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
G. APPOINTMENT TO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION TO FILL VACANCY
CREATED BY THE EXPIRATION OF TERM OF DANIEL BARNES.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
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H. APPOINTMENT TO PROMOTION COMMI i Lem TO FILL VACANCIES CREATED BY
RESIGNATION OF JIM LOPEZ AND EXPIRATION OF TERMS OF ALLAN NYMAN,
BOB SCHOLL, AND DICK SHALHOUB.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
I. APPOINTMENT TO RENT REVIEW COMIVIISSION TO FILL VACANCIES CREATED
BY EXPIRATION OF TERMS OF JIM AINSWORTH AND JOYCE WADE-MALTAIS.
Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
J. APPOINTMENT TO ART -IN -PUBLIC -PLACES COMIbu i i r r. TO FILL VACANCY
CREATED BY THE RESIGNATION OF MICHAEL ZAKIAN.
. Councilman Spiegel moved to continue this matter to the meeting of September 14, 1995. Motion
was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
XVL PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
XVII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - D
None
XVIII. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Crites adjourned the meeting at 7:15 p.m. to Closed Session to continue discussion alien's
listed under City Attorney Reports and Remarks. He reconvened the meeting at 8:50 p.m. and immediately
adjourned with no action announced from Closed Session.
ATTEST:
SHEILA R. (GI)LIGAN, CMC
DIRECTOR COMMUNITY AFFAIRS/CITY CLERK
RD A. CRITES, MAYOR
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