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REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 1997
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I. CALL TO ORDER
H. ROLL CALL
Print:
Mayor Pro-Tempore Jean M. Benson
Councilman Buford A. Crites
Councilman Walter H. Snyder
Councilman Robert A. Spiegel
Mayor Richard S. Kelly
Also Present:
Ramon A. Diaz, City Manager
David J. Erwin, City Attorney
Mary P. Gates, Deputy City Clerk
John Wohlmuth, ACM/Director of Administrative Services
Richard J. Folkers, ACM/Director of Public Works
Phil Drell, Director of Community Development
Carlos L. Ortega, Redevelopment Agency Executive Director
Paul Gibson, City Treasurer/Finance Director
Pat Conlon, Director of Building and Safety
Lisa Constande, Environmental Conservation Manager
M. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A
None
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. MIN= of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 13, 1997, and the Adjourned City
Council/Redevelopment Agency Meeting of February 19, 1997.
Rec: Approve as presented.
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B. CLAIMS AND DEMJ NDS AGAINST THE CITY TREASURY - Warrant Nos. 46 and 47.
Rec: Approve as presented.
C. MINI1TR5 of Citizens Advisory Committee for Project Area No. 4 Meetings of November 18,
1996, and January 13, 1997.
Rec: Approve as presented.
D. MINUTES of Housing Advisory Committee Meetings of November 13 and December 11,
1996, and January 8, 1997.
Rec: Approve as presented.
E. MINUTES of Police Advisory Committee Meeting of December 11, 1996.
Rec: Approve as presented.
F. RESOLUTION NO. 97-16 - 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 (January 1997).
Rec: Waive further reading and adopt.
G. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST from City of Lomita Relative to the Flying of POW/MIA
Flags at City Facilities and Post Offices.
Rec: By Minute Motion, direct staff to notify the City of Lomita that while the POW/MIA
flag has received attention and is recognized, the City of Palm Desert does not
recommend changing the current regulations which have been in effect for decades and
during our Nation's wars.
H. CONSIDERATION of Supplemental Funding for Coachella Valley Association of
Governments Solid Waste & Recycling Program.
Rec: By Minute Motion, appropriate $4,320 from the Unobligated General Reserves Fund
for the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Solid Waste &
Recycling Program.
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I. REQUEST for Appropriation of Funds for the Used Oil Recycling Block Grant.
Rec: By Minute Motion, appropriate $11,387 to Account No. 110-4511-442-3911 from the
Unobligated General Reserve Fund to pay for expenses on the Used Oil Recycling
Block Grant which will be reimbursed by the State of California, California Integrated
Waste Management Board (CIWMB).
J. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION to Advertise and Call for Bids for Deep Canyon
Road/Highway 111 Intersection Realignment (Project No. 633, Contract No. C12320).
Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize the City Clerk to advertise and call for bids for the Deep
Canyon Road/Highway 111 Realignment.
K. REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT for Engineering Design of Highway 111 and San
Pablo Avenue Intersection Improvements (Project No. 634, Contract No. C12330).
Rec: By Minute Motion: 1) Approve engineering design proposal from Robert Bein, William
Frost & Associates of Palm Desert for the subject engineering street design in the
amount of $72,100 plus a ten percent contingency of $7,210 for a total amount of
$79,310. Funds are available from Account No. 213-4342-433-4001; 2) authorize the
Mayor to execute the agreement.
L. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE of Work for All Weather Bridge for Monterey Avenue at
Whitewater Wash (Project No. 696-95, Contract No. C09700).
Rec: By Minute Motion, accept the work as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file a
Notice of Completion for the subject project.
M. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE of Work for Citywide Catch Basin Cleaning (Contract No.
C11310).
Rec: By Minute Motion, accept the work as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file a
Notice of Completion for the subject project.
N. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL of Policy for Charity Events at Desert Willow.
Rec: By Minute Motion, adopt the policy attached to the staff report dated February 18,
1997, for use of the Desert Willow Golf Course by charitable organizations.
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O. jz i t r.&c OF RESIGNATION from Ms. Meg Firestone from the El Paseo Business
Improvement Area Board of Directors.
Rec: Accept with sincere regret.
P. REQUEST FOR APPROVAj, OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) FOR ADVERTISING
AGENCY AND NEWS BUREAU SERVICES.
Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the Request for Proposal (RFP) and direct the City Clerk
to advertise and call for bids.
Upon motion by Spiegel, second by Benson, the Consent Calendar was approved as presented by
unanimous vote of the Council.
V. RESOLUTIONS
A. RESOLUTIONNO. 97-17 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 96-47 "EXHIBIT A"
SALARY SCHEDULE AS SET FORTH IN THE PERSONNEL ORDINANCE SECTION
2.52.100, B-3.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets and stated that Mr. Wohlmuth was available to answer
any questions.
Councilman Crites moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 97-17. Motion was
seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 97-18 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND ADOPTING LOCAL GUIDELINES
FOR IMPLEMENTING THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.
Mr. Diaz stated that Mr. Drell was available to answer any questions.
Councilman Crites moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 97-18. Motion was
seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
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VI. ORDINANCES
For Introduction:
A. ORDINANCE Na 823 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING VOLUNTARY EXPENDITURE
CEILINGS FOR MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS IN THE CITY OF PALM DESERT (Continued
from the Meeting of December 12, 1996).
Mrs. Gates noted that this ordinance needed to be in place by May 4, 1997, six months prior
to the November election. She stated that the City Clerk was currently working at home on
the wording of the ordinance as well as a memorandum outlining all of the changes in the
Elections Code prompted by the passage of Proposition 208. She said this information would
be presented to the Council at its meeting of March 13, 1997, and she asked that the Council
continue this matter to that meeting.
Councilman Crites moved to continue this matter to the meeting of March 13, 1997. Motion was
seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
B. ORDINANCE NO. 826 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 8.28 OF THE PALM DESERT
MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING OUTDOOR LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS.
Mr. Diaz noted the report in the packets and stated that Environmental Conservation Manager
Lisa Constande was available to answer any questions.
Mr. Erwin noted that there were some technical/procedural changes to the title of the ordinance
which were not substantive changes. He suggested that the Council waive further reading and
pass the ordinance to second reading with those changes.
Councilman Crites moved to waive further reading and pass Ordinance No. lia to second reading
as amended by the City Attorney. Motion was seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
For Adoption:
A. ORDINANCE NO. 824 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
RELATING TO THE WAIVER OF CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 25.100.020 OF
THE MUNICIPAL CODE (Intrawest Resort Ownership Corporation).
Mr. Ortega suggested that the Council hold this item until after discussions in Closed Session.
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MR. MARC PEVERS, 877 Box Canyon Trail, Palm Desert, stated that he was the only one
to testify against this project two weeks ago and that experts in the hotel industry feel this is
not feasible. He suggested that the south course not be built until the north course pads are
sold and the north course has proven itself economically.
The following discussion was held after Closed Session:
Upon question by Councilman Crites relative to naming of the south golf course, Mr. Ortega
responded that the agreement contains provisions that when 300 units have been built, the City
would agree to add the words "at Intrawest" to the name of the south golf course.
Councilman Crites suggested that wording be modified to reflect that the developer has the
right to ask for such wording to be added.
Mr. Ortega stated that the wording in question was actually in the Disposition and Development
Agreement which had already been completed. He said staff would discuss this with Intrawest
and convince them that the wording needs to be changed in the final draft.
Mr. Erwin suggested that this be included in the motion dealing with the development
agreement. He said the development agreement and the disposition and development
agreement previously acted upon are tied together. He said they reference each other and
require the approval of both.
Councilman Spiegel stated that, in other words, without the approval of the ordinance there is
no development agreement, and Mr. Erwin agreed.
Councilman Crites added that without approval of the development agreement there is no
disposition and development agreement.
Councilman Crites moved to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. $24, with the provision
that the developer, once 300 units have been built, has the right to request that the words "at Intrawest" be
added to the name of the south golf course, with the ordinance to take affect after review and approval by both
Mayor Kelly and Councilman Spiegel and signature by Mayor Kelly. Motion was seconded by Spiegel and
carried by a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Benson voting NO.
B. ORDINANCE NO. 825 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A SENIOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING REQUIREMENTS FOR A
PROPOSED 20-UNIT SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING COMPLEX AT THE SOUTHEAST
CORNER OF SAN CARLOS AVENUE AND CATALINA WAY, Case No. DA97-1(General
Construction Management).
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Mr. Diaz noted that there had been no changes to this ordinance since its introduction, and he
recommended adoption.
Councilmember Benson moved to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. $25. Motion was
seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
VII. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER
None
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP FOR VILLA AT PALM
DESERT, A 77-UN1T ASSISTED LIVING SENIOR COMPLEX LOCATED AT 44-300 SAN
PASQUAL, AS REQUIRED BY DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT.
Mr. Drell reviewed the staff report and recommendation.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, consent to change of ownership from ARV
Assisted Living, Inc. to Meditrust Acquisition Corporation III. Motion was seconded by Benson and carried
by unanimous vote.
B. PROPERTY OWNER HEAR1NCi APPEALING CODE COMPLIANCE DETERMINATION
RELATIVE TO PROPERTY OWNED BY JACK HELLESEN AND ELISA MARIE
HELLESEN, AN UNIMPROVED LOT IN TRACT 25639 (Jack Hellesen and Elisa Marie
Hellesen, Appellant).
Mr. Diaz noted the staff report in the packets.
MR. PEDRO RODRIGUEZ, Code Compliance Officer, reviewed the staff report and offered
to answer any questions.
Upon questions by Councilmembers Crites and Spiegel, Mr. Rodriguez responded that staff
had gone out to this area because of complaints from residents about blowing sand. He said
there were 13 unimproved lots and that all of the property owners were notified in the same
manner.
MR. JACK HELLESEN, 836 North California Street, Orange, California, addressed Council
as the appellant, and questioned the Order to Abate and the Municipal Code section noted on
that order. He submitted enlarged photocopies of the lower portion of the Order to Abate as
well as Section 27.12.067 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code (on file and of record in the City
Clerk's Office). He noted there was wording in the citation which was not in the Municipal
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Code, and he expressed concern with the City's Code Compliance Department citing him for
violation of the Municipal Code when the wording was changed. He said he felt the Order to
Abate was falsely stated and that the Code Compliance Department had issued a bogus Order
to Abate. He asked that the Council overturn this order and said that he did not intend to
comply with "made up" provisions of the ordinance.
Mr. Erwin noted that Mr. Hellesen had been given a notice to abate a public nuisance and had
not been cited for anything yet. Upon question by Mayor Kelly relative to the ordinance, he
said that he and Deputy City Attorney Doug Phillips disagreed. He said he read Municipal
Code Section 27.12.067 and that his opinion was that when property is stripped of its natural
cover, which in fact has occurred with the property in question, it is the responsibility of the
owner to keep the sand from blowing. He said he agreed with the Code Compliance
Department in this instance and felt the requirement was there for the owner of the property
to maintain the land for the benefit of the surrounding area.
Councilman Crites stated that the Council had heard the City Attorney's position on this issue.
He said when someone owns a piece of property and it is causing injury to neighbors, that
property owner should be out there fixing the problem. He said in this case, the City
Attorney's opinion was also backed up by the law and that he was willing to accept the City
Attorney's opinion.
Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, uphold the Code Compliance Department
determination and deny the appeal. Motion was seconded by Snyder.
Mr. Hellesen stated that when he visited the Code Compliance Department on February 3rd,
his first question was whether there had been any complaints. He said he was told there were
no complaints and that the Department had selected this subdivision as the first group of lots
to be inspected. He said his next question that day was whether it was windy, and he was told
it was not and that dust was not blowing. He said he agreed that everyone should be a good
neighbor but felt fairness was also a requirement.
Mayor Kelly called for the vote. The motion carried by unanimous vote of the Council.
C. CQNSTTERATION OF APPEAL BY JIM MESARCH RELATIVE TO A CODE
COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT ORDER TO ABATE A PUBLIC NUISANCE.
Senior Code Compliance Officer Evelyn Bridges verified with the Deputy City Clerk that no
written request for continuance had been received relative to this matter. She said she had
received a telephone request from Mr. Mesarch that this matter be continued to the next
meeting and that she had advised that a written request be submitted to the City Clerk's Office.
She reviewed the staff report and offered to answer any questions.
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Councilman Crites stated that if the appellant had abated all of the issues for which he is cited,
then the denial of the appeal would not have an undue impact on him. Ms. Bridges agreed.
Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, deny the appeal and uphold the decision of the
Code Compliance Department, with notation that if the applicant has corrected the problems, the City Council
expresses its appreciation to him for those corrections. Motion was seconded by Spiegel and carried by
unanimous vote.
D. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
1. Update on Interchanges:
a. I-10/Washington Street
b. I-10/Cook Street
c. I-10/Monterey Avenue
Mr. Folkers gave a brief update on the status of these three interchanges.
2. Progress Report on Retail Center Vacancies
Mr. Diaz stated that the monthly meeting with representatives of the Palm Desert Town
Center would take place next week. He added that construction of Best Buys was
proceeding as scheduled.
IX. CONTINUED BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF ISSUES RAISED BY MONTEREY COUNTRY
CLUB HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION WITH REGARD TO A SIDEWALK ON THE
WEST SIDE OF MONTEREY AVENUE AND DESIGN OF THE TWO ENTRANCES INTO
MONTEREY COUNTRY CLUB (Continued from the Meetings of December 12, 1996, and
January 23, 1997).
Mr. Folkers reviewed the staff report, noting that issues raised at the last meeting had been
addressed in the agreement that had been discussed between the attorneys, the Homeowners
Association, and City staff. He said meetings had also been held with representatives of
Rancho Las Palmas Country Club and the City of Rancho Mirage. He asked that Council
approve the recommendation in the report dated February 27, 1997.
MS. MARCIA ERICKSON, Monterey Country Club Homeowners Association, stated that
homeowners were relieved that this point had been reached in negotiations. She noted for the
record an item from their attorney which had not been discussed at the meeting relating to
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safety concerns. She said Mr. Guralnick had advised that the easement should contain an
indemnity clause and that she would be discussing this with Mr. Folkers in the near future.
Mr. Folkers stated that as a point of clarification, there is right of way along this area;
however, the meandering for the sidewalk would have to go on r..:r,.. f owned by the
homeowners association, and the City would have to obtain an easement from the association.
Mr. Erwin stated that with regard to the existing easement, he did not think an indemnity
clause was necessary or appropriate; however, for the easement to be obtained, he said he
would want to see the written clause first.
Ms. Erickson stated that the homeowners in Monterey Country Club looked forward to the
completion of this project.
Councilman Crites stated that the last time this was discussed, staff was going to look at ways
for the sidewalk northerly of the Monterey Country Club boundary to Hovley. He asked if
staff was still planning to put in a normal, finished, six-foot sidewalk through there, and Mr.
Folkers responded that this was being planned. Councilman Crites stated he still had concerns
with this.
Mr. Folkers stated that staffs feeling was that this could be done because of the right of way
the City will be getting in that area.
Councilman Crites asked if staff had a guarantee from the r.,,r:,.lj owner that when they
develop the area, they will not tear out that sidewalk. Mr. Folkers responded that staff was
negotiating on the right of way right now. Crites asked if there was also going to be a Kelly
Ordinance agreement that says when the property is developed, the City will get its money
back. Mr. Folkers responded that staffs intention was to do as Council has just asked.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion: 1) Authorize staff to proceed with the installation
of sidewalk along the east side of Monterey Avenue between Gran Via and Hovley Lane West (Project No.
697-97); 2) authorize staff to proceed with the installation of landscaping along both sides of Monterey
Avenue between Gran Via/Rancho Las Palmas to the north end of the Monterey Bridge project construction
limit (Project No. 605-96), said approval to take effect when concerns of the two attorneys have been met.
Motion was seconded by Crites and carried by unanimous vote of the Council.
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B. CONSIDERATION OF PALM DESERT POWER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
BUDGET (Continued from the Meeting of February 13, 1997).
Mr. Diaz stated that the Council had taken action on this issue at its last meeting and that there
were some items that may have further action taken on after Closed Session.
Councilman Crites moved to continue this matter to a date uncertain. Motion was seconded by
Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
X. OLD BUSINESS
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
(CDBG) FOR 23RD YEAR.
Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, approve staff s recommendation amended to hold
in abeyance funding listed for the Senior Center for purchase of computers because that may have happened
through other sources. Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilman Spiegel noted that there was $75,000 allocated for the Foundation for the
Retarded, and he asked what this was for.
Management Analyst Ray Janes responded that this was for a third expansion project because
the Foundation has outgrown the existing facility.
Councilmember Benson stated that the Committee had put a stipulation on the funding because
it was for architectural drawings. She said they had not raised all of the money for the
expansion and that the Committee said it would give them six months to come up with the
design.
MS. LESLIE DEMUTH, Shelter from the Storm, addressed the Council relative to her
organization and its request for funding for room modifications and upgrades. Councilmember
Benson noted that funding had been allocated for this organization as outlined in the report.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the recommendations from the Charitable
Contributions Committee for the 23rd Year Community Development Block Grant funding as outlined in the
staff report dated February 27, 1997. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
B. CONSIDERATION OF LETTER FROM RICHARD DARLING RELATIVE TO LEAF
BLOWERS.
Mr. Diaz recommended that this matter be continued to the meeting of March 13, 1997, at
which time staff would be presenting an ordinance for consideration.
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Councilman Crites moved to continue this matter to the meeting of March 13, 1997. Motion was
seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
With Council concurrence, Mayor Kelly called a five-minute recess at 5:05 p.m.
C. CONSIDERATION OF LONG RANGE MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL.
Ms. Constande reviewed the staff report and recommendation to allow staff to look at
Coachella and bring back an agreement to the Council, look at other alternatives as they shape
up in the Valley, and reject the joint powers agreement or put it off for several months.
Councilman Spiegel noted that the County had applied for an extension on the life of Edom
Hill, and he did not know whether or not this had been approved. He said there was a
potential large facility near Eagle Mountain, but he did not know whether or not that was
approved. He said he did not think the City should do anything until it receives answers on
these questions, and he felt it was difficult to make a decision on Coachella until such time as
those answers are received.
Councilman Crites said he had no objection to allowing staff to visit with Coachella, but he felt
it was too premature to reject the joint powers agreement because the City may which to
modify it. He said the City may wish in the future to do something in combination with the
cities of La Quinta, Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, Indio, etc. for the east Valley.
Councilman Snyder said he did not mind visiting with Coachella; however, he was concerned
about rushing things. He said he did not have great hope for the joint powers agreement and
did not feel immediate action was required.
Councilmember Benson agreed with her colleagues.
Mayor Kelly agreed that it was not necessary to do something immediately, and he felt staff
should continue to explore alternatives.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize staff to visit with the City of Coachella,
work with neighboring cities in the Valley, and continue to look at all the options. Motion was seconded by
Benson and carried by unanimous vote.
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XI. REPORTS AND REMARKS
A. CITY MANAGER
1. Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Preparation of the
Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan
Councilman Crites moved to add this item to the Agenda as one which arose after the Agenda was
posted. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by unanimous vote.
Mr. Diaz reviewed the letter from the Coachella Valley Association of Governments
dated January 31, 1997, and recommended approval.
Councilman Spiegel moved to, by Minute Motion, approve the amendment and authorize the Mayor
to execute same. Motion was seconded by Crites and carried by unanimous vote.
B. CITY ATTORNEY
Mr. Erwin noted the items listed on the Agenda and the Addendum and requested a Closed
Session at an appropriate time to discuss those items.
1) Report and Action on Items from Closed Session Made at This Meeting.
2) Request for Closed Session
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: 3_
C. CITY CLERK
None
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D. MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
o City Council Requests for Action:
1. Consideration of Budget for Production of an Updated Version of the Historical
Video (Mayor Richard S. Kelly).
Mayor Kelly stated that this came about when he saw a video of the history of
Palm Desert done by the Historical Society, and the feeling was that the City
should make a contribution toward putting together a really first-class history,
and a portion of it could be taken and used to update the City's videos for
attracting business to the City of Palm Desert. He said that he and Councilman
Spiegel had been working on this and would be bringing something back to the
Council.
Councilman Spiegel stated that Economic Development Manager Paul Shillcock
was working on a brochure to update the demographics of the City as well as
the City's income sources, etc. He said he felt it was important to incorporate
a slick brochure with the right kind of pictures that potential businesses can take
away with them.
Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, conceptually approve the idea of an updated version
of the Historical Video. Motion was seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
2. Councilman Crites asked that Mr. Folkers contact Caltrans to see if they can
restripe and put in new speed dots on the Highway 74 side of the Highway
74/Highway 111 intersection.
3. Councilman Crites stated that he had received a request from Palm Desert
Pharmacy relative to street improvements at San Pablo/Highway 111. He said
if these improvements were not done during the summer months, the request
was that the improvements be put off until the following summer instead of
doing them during the season.
Mr. Folkers stated that the letter writer's concerns about the parking lot on the
west side would be taken care of during the summer. He added that staff would
try to have Caltrans do the intersection improvements during the summer.
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Councilman Crites stated that he felt it was important to include Mr. Alan
Nyman in anything done on his property since he is the property owner.
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Mr. Folkers responded that staff always makes sure the property owner receives
copies of this information.
• 4. Mayor Kelly asked what would happen with the new project approved for the
northwest corner of Deep Canyon and Highway 111 when improvements are
made to that intersection.
Mr. Folkers stated that the Cam's Corner project and the City's improvement
project would be done at the same time and that the frontage road would be
closed on the northwest corner. He added that staff was trying to resolve the
right-of-way issue with the hotel on that corner and the hope was that the issue
would be resolved in the next month.
o City Council Committee Reports:
None
XII. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS
A. APPOINTMENT TO THE PALM DESERT LIBRARY COMMA i tt TO FILL THE
VACANCY CREATED BY THE RESIGNATION OF STEPHANIE WEINBERG (Continued
from the Meeting of February 13, 1997).
Councilmember Benson asked that this matter be continued to the meeting of March 13, 1997.
Mayor Kelly asked whether Ms. Beth Ash was being considered, and Councilman Spiegel
stated he thought she had already been appointed to this committee. Mayor Kelly asked that
staff investigate to see whether or not Ms. Ash had been appointed to the Library Committee.
Councilman Snyder moved to continue this matter to the meeting of March 13, 1997. Motion was
seconded by Spiegel and carried by unanimous vote.
XIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
— XIV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - B
None
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XV. ADJOURNMENT
Upon motion by Crites, second by Spiegel, and unanimous vote of the City Council, Mayor Kelly
adjourned the meeting at 5:40 p.m. to Closed Session. He reconvened the meeting at 6:48 p.m.
Upon motion by Crites, second by Spiegel, and unanimous vote of the City Council, Mayor Kelly
adjourned the meeting at 7:14 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 13, 1997.
ATTEST:
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MARY P. G4TS, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
CITY OF PALM DESERT
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