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Home My WebLink About1999-08-26MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING THURSDAY, AUGUST 26, 1999 CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBER * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Spiegel convened the meeting at 4:00 p.m. H. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Chairman Robert A. Spiegel M. INVOCATION - Member Richard S. Kelly IV. ROLL CALL Present - Member Jean M. Benson Vice Chairman Buford A. Crites Member Jim Ferguson Member Richard S. Kelly Chairman Robert A. Spiegel Also Present: Ramon A. Diaz, City Manager David J. Erwin, City Attorney Sheila R. Gilligan, Director of Community Affairs/City Clerk Carlos L. Ortega, RDA Executive Director Richard J. Folkers, ACM/Director of Public Works Patrick Conlon, Director of Building and Safety Phil Drell, Director of Community Development Paul S. Gibson, Director of Finance/City Treasurer Lisa V. Constande, Environmental Conservation Manager Teresa LaRocca, Housing Manager David Yrigoyen, RDA Manager Rachelle D. Klassen, Deputy City Clerk V. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - A MR. RAY JARVIS, 77-425 Florida Avenue, Palm Desert, addressed Agency Board members regarding the citation he received last week for the pop-up trailer parked in his driveway. He noted MINUTES PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING AUGUST 26, 1999 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * that there were several such vehicles in his immediate neighborhood and 111 recreational vehicles (RVs) and boats within Palm Desert Country Club. Of the approximately 45 people he contacted, he was the only one issued a citation by Officer Finley and wondered whether this indiscriminate issuance of tickets was standard. Further, he questioned why the City Council passed such a regulation to prohibit parking of those vehicles on private property; he felt it unfair and did not believe there was adequate, reasonable parking for residents. Mr. Jarvis went on to say there were many instances of tow -utility vehicles with cement mixers, ladders, and commercial trucks parked in driveways, in addition to poorly maintained vehicles parked in driveways that he believed were more offensive than was a nice -looking RV. He also said he owned a van conversion with bed, sink, stove, and storage facilities that was parked on the street, wondering whether it was considered an RV by Palm Desert's regulations, further noting that he paid significant registration fees for it. He asked why it was sufficient to pay registration fees and drive those vehicles on the highways but not park them on Palm Desert's streets. He believed the guidelines for obtaining a permit were burdensome to homeowners. Chairman Spiegel directed the City Manager to contact Mr. Jarvis in order to set up a meeting for investigating and resolving the matter. VI. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the Adjourned Joint Meeting of the Palm Desert City Council/Redevelopment Agency of July 22, 1999. Rec: Approve as presented. B. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE AGENCY TREASURY - Warrant Nos. 2RDA, 3RDA, 4RDA, 5RDA, 6RDA, 7RDA, 8RDA, 9RDA, 10RDA, 11RDA, 12RDA, 3-Housing, 4-Housing, 5-Housing, 7-Housing, 8-Housing, 9-Housing, 10-Housing, 11-Housing, 12-Housing, 4HA, 6HA, 10HA, 11HA, and 12HA. Rec: Approve as presented. C. PORTFOLIO MASTER SUMMARY for the Period Ending June 30, 1999. Rec: Receive and file. 2 MINUTES PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING AUGUST 26, 1999 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * D REQUEST FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT to Retain the Services of Rosenow Spevacek Group, Inc. for Preparation of Five -Year Implementation Plan. Rec: By Minute Motion, authorize staff to retain the services of Rosenow Spevacek Group, Inc., Santa Ana, California, to provide for the preparation of the Agency's Five -Year Implementation Plan, pursuant to Health & Safety Code Section 33490, appropriating $18,990 from the Agency's Project Fund. E. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE OF WORK for Contract No. R13320-E -- Rehabilitation of Santa Rosa Apartments (Desert Isles Landscaping). Rec: By Minute Motion, accept the work as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for the subject project. Upon a motion by Member Kelly, second by Member Ferguson, and unanimous vote of the Agency Board, the Consent Calendar was approved as presented. VII. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER None VIII. RESOLUTIONS A. RESOLUTION NO. 377 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 1998-99 BUDGET AS A RESULT OF YEAR-END ADJUSTMENTS. Mr. Gibson stated the subject resolution included basic adjustments for transfers from the Administrative, Project Area, and Debt Service Funds, where the cash was actually located. He noted this was the first year the Agency's auditors allowed this type of transfer. In response to question, Mr. Gibson answered previously there was a difference of opinion between the auditors and attorneys; after their discussion of the matter, an agreement was reached where it was determined the subject transaction was allowed by Redevelopment Agency Law. Member Kelly moved to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 377. Motion was seconded by Member Ferguson and carried by unanimous vote. 3 MINUTES PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING AUGUST 26, 1999 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * IX. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE RESALE OF DESERT ROSE LOT 99. Mr. Ortega said since this item was placed on the agenda, staff had done some additional research. As a result, he said staff requested the item be withdrawn from consideration at this time. Vice Chairman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, accept withdrawal of the item from consideration. Motion was seconded by Member Benson and carried by unanimous vote. B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO THE BARTLETT DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AND GRANT DEED. Member Ferguson noted that he would abstain from the subject item of business due to his representation of the developer on an unrelated matter previous to this year. Vice Chairman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, authorize the Chairman, or his designee, to execute changes to the Bartlett Disposition and Development Agreement and Grant Deed for the property purchased on the southeast corner of Highway 111 and Portola Avenue. Motion was seconded by Member Benson and carried by 4-0-1 vote with Member Ferguson ABSTAINING. X. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING OF JULY 8, 1999 (Continued from the meeting of July 22, 1999). Vice Chairman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, approve as presented. Motion was seconded by Member Benson and carried by unanimous vote. XI. OLD BUSINESS None XII. REPORTS, REMARKS, AND AGENCY BOARD ITEMS REQUIRING ACTION A. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mr. Ortega noted the numerous property transaction items listed for Closed Session consideration to be discussed at an appropriate time. He respectfully requested the Housing Authority agenda be considered immediately following the regular session Redevelopment Agency agenda. 4 MINUTES PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING AUGUST 26, 1999 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * B. AGENCY COUNSEL Mr. Erwin noted for the record a correction to be made to Item 13 of Closed Session property negotiation: Property Owner of Record should be listed as Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency rather than that which was posted on the agenda (Duane L. Strohl and Josie Strohl Loza). Request for Closed Session. Conference with Real Property Negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8: 1) Property: APN 627-102-012 Negotiating Parties: Agency: Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Under Negotiation- x Price x Terms of Payment 2) Property: Land Located in Section 4 - Desert Willow Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Property Owner: Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Under Negotiation. x Price x Terms of Payment 3) Property: APN 653-360-010, 653-360-011, and 653-360-012 Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: ART PALM/Basic Capital Management Under Negotiation. _x_ Price x Terms of Payment 4) Property: APN 640-080-011-6 Southwest Corner of Highway 111 and El Paseo Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Property Owner: Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Under Negotiation: x Price x Terms of Payment 5) Property: APN 620-410-030 and APN 620-410-031 Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Under Negotiation. x Price x Terms of Payment 5 MINUTES PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING AUGUST 26, 1999 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 6) Property: APN 624-200-002 74-038 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: Alberto A. and Consuelo Loza Under Negotiation • x Price x Terms of Payment 7) Property: APN 624-200-010 73-860 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: James V. and Laura J. Kenley Under Negotiation: x _ Price x Terms of Payment 8) Property: APN 624-201-012 74-240 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: Ray Bryson Under Negotiation: x . Price x Terms of Payment 9) Property: APN 624-221-003 74-280 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: Kiyo, Mildred R. and Thelma Reynolds Under Negotiation: x Price x Terms of Payment 10) Property: APN 624-221-004 74-296 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: Duane L. Strohl and Josie Strohl Loza Under Negotiation: x _ Price x Terms of Payment 6 MINUTES PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING AUGUST 26, 1999 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 11) Property: APN 627-101-037 Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Teresa LaRocca Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: Richard Evans (Desert Investment Group) Under Negotiation: x Price x Terms of Payment 12) Property: APN 634-242-034 Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Teresa LaRocca Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: GMAC Mortgage Under Negotiation: Price x Terms of Payment 13) Property: Northeast Corner of Cook Street and Frank Sinatra Drive, Palm Desert, CA Negotiating Parties: Agency: Carlos L. Ortega/Dave Yrigoyen Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Property Owner: Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency Under Negotiation: _xPrice x Terms of Payment C. CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE AGENCY None Upon a motion by Vice Chairman Crites, second by Member Ferguson, and unanimous vote of the Agency Board, Chairman Spiegel adjourned the meeting to Closed Session for those items so listed at 5:59 p.m. He reconvened the meeting at 7:03 p.m. XIH. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS None XIV. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE SALE OF MOBILE HOME LOT NOS. 79 AND 88 LOCATED AT 43-155 PORTOLA AVENUE (PORTOLA PALMS MOBILE HOME PARK) AT FAIR MARKET VALUE (JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL). Mayor/Chairman Spiegel declared the public hearing open and invited testimony FAVORING or OPPOSING the subject sale. With no testimony offered, he declared the public hearing closed. 7 MINUTES PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING AUGUST 26, 1999 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Councilman/Member Kelly moved to: 1) Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 99-82, authorizing the Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency to sell mobile home Lot Nos. 79 and 88, located at 43-155 Portola Avenue (Portola Palms Mobile Home Park) at fair market value; 2) waive further reading and adopt Redevelopment Agency Resolution No. 32$, making and finding that the sales price for the lots are not less than their fair market value in accordance with the highest and best use under the Redevelopment Plan for Project Area No. 1, Amended. Motion was seconded by Mayor Pro- TemporelVice Chairman Crites and carried by 4-0 vote with Councilman/Member Ferguson ABSENT. Ms. LaRocca commented 14 lots had been sold, 25 remained. XV. ADJOURNMENT Upon a motion by Chairman Spiegel, second by Vice Chairman Crites, and 4-0 vote of the Redevelopment Agency Board with Member Ferguson ABSENT, Chairman Spiegel adjourned the meeting to Closed Session at 7:32 p.m. He reconvened the meeting at 7:57 p.m. and immediately adjourned with no action announced from Closed Session. ATTEST: SHEILA ILLIGAI( '. ECRETARY TO THE PALM DESERT RED OPMENT AGENCY ��dd.1(9 {�-_ ROBERT A. SPIEGL., CIArIRMAN 8