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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5/19/1982 - MINUTES 0:35 ' CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 19, 1982 a A Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Bogert, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz-McCallum ` Way, on Wednesday, May 19, 1982, at 7:30 p.m. 4 ROLL CALL : Present : Councilmembers Doyle, Foster, Maryanov, i Ortner and Mayor Bogert f Absent : None The meeting was opened with the salute to the Flag and a moment of silence. «, COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY : Mayor declared the meeting adjourned for the purpose of convening as the Community Redevelopment Agency; after which, members reconvened as Lhe City Council . APPROVAL OF MINUTES : It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and unani- mously carried, that the minutes of May 5, 1982 be approved. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS : a) Clint Wager, Warner-Amex local CATV manager, reported on progress of fourteen points covered at recent study ' session, i .e. , additional telephone lines have been installed; extensive training program has begun; technician 's hours of coverage has been increased to 9 p.m. ; after-hours telephone number stickers will be distributed; weekend technician coverage has been increased; have attempted to coordinate information with media when intended outtages are to occur; offices have been remodeled; and that the computerized message on statements has been reworded (89) r to be less abrasive. In answer to questions by Council , Mr. Wager stated that the greatest number of calls occur shortly after the statements have been mailed, and when an amplifier goes out; that complaints regarding subscriptions are y reducing; that the southerly and easterly portions of the City have the longest cable line and problems are r. more pronounced; that an incident occurring between 1-2 a.m. , will be corrected by 10 a.m. , and he was not aware of any service being out for more than 12 " hours ; and that information is collected which helps to monitor the type of calls, the locale of the complaint, and its resolution and he would be pleased to provide such information to Council . It was the consensus of the Council that an additional report be made in 60-90 days, and that statistical information be provided to the Council in writing. LEGISLATIVE ACTION : I . C.U.P. 5.0210 - LARRY DELROSE Mayor stated that he has familiarized himself with the information provided in regard to the case, and has studied (78) the minutes of the hearing. Motion was made by Ortner, and seconded by Doyle that the Planning Commission decision be overruled and that the time share be allowed under a conditional use permit. 336 Council Minutes , 5-19-82 Page 2 1 . DELROSE C.U.P. (Continued) Councilman Doyle stated that he has met with Mr. Tamkin " about the concerns of the people in the area, and has changed his view of the project; that residents in the area are concerned about the precedent that would be (78) set; that there is a proliferation of small 15-20 unit operations in the area which could result in conversions similar to that proposed; that he did not find fault with the project, but the problem that , the precedent could cause for the remainder of the street; and that it would be in the best interest of the people in the area and for the City if the project were riot allowed. r Councilwoman Ortner stated that a conditional use permit 4 allows an evaluation of each case on its merits, and she could not accept the view that a precedent would be established. a Above motion to overrule Planning Commission and grant Conditional Use Permit failed to carry by the following p vote : AYE: Ortner NOES: Doyle, Foster, Maryanov and Bogert ABSENT: None 2. P.S. MARATHON Recommendation: That the Council approve concept of the marathon program to be funded in 1982-83 budget. City Manager stated that he could recommend the project to the extent that it is a desirable service, but not essential , and is an excellent opportunity to cover the cost through private funding, with the exception of the $10,000 to be paid by the City, which is -the (61 ) same level as last year. He stated that it is the kind of activity that is desirable and would benefit ti many segments of the community; that there is a good deal of background that the Council may want to review in its budget session; that the staff's position is that the project pay for itself; and that there was a small net profit last year - recognizing the iproject was also on a smaller scale - estimated at $14,000 which y went to Parks for People. He stated that in addition to the $10,000 paid by the City last year, there were some items which were not costed out. In answer to question by Council , City Manager stated that the $10,000 paid last year was not repaid;, and it is recommended that should there be a loss next time, no proceeds should go to Parks for People. Councilman Maryanov stated that he believed staff can prevent the City from incurring any large encumbrance, and he would support the concept, recognizing that no decision was being made relative to funding. Mayor stated he would be opposed to spending a large amount of City funds; that he believed the project can be accomplished through private funds; and that he was aware of a bank making a large donation. It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Ortner, and unanimously carried, , that the concept of the marathon program be approved. 03; Council Minutes 5-19-82 Page 3 CONSENT AGENDA: a 3. Resolution 14241 approving fee proposal of Diehl , Evans and (58) Co. for 1982-83 financial audit. r 4. Resolution 14242 granting landscape easement to Peter Bray, across city-owned triangular parcel on the north side of the (136) Palm Canyon Wash and on the east side of Araby Drive. 5. Minute Order 3080 awarding purchase of a new turf sweeper to Toro Pacific Distributing, in amount of $14,734. (84) 6. Minute Order 3081 awarding purchase of a 3-wheel utility vehicle to Electric Car Distributors , in amount of $5,825.60. (84) ` 7. Minute Order 3082 authorizing City Librarian to pursue private funding of a genealogy room addition to the Library Center. (99) 8. Resolution 14243 amending the budget to appropriate funds for s sick leave and vacation payouts, in accordance with MOUs (61 ) with various employee units. y 9. Resolution 14244 permitting the County Health Officer to enforce public health rules, regulations and orders within (123) ' the City. ' 10. Resolution 14245 approving Tentative Tract Map 18507 for (137) ` property on Ramon Road, between La Mirada and Fern Canyon 10 units, Webb/McGlammary. 11 . Resolution 14246 approving Tentative Tract Map 18329 to (137) divide property between Bogie Road and San Joaquin, north of Mission Drive, for industrial purposes - 43+ acres, Mainiero/Equitec '80. Y 12. Resolution 14247 approving second one-year time extension (137) for Tentative Tract Map 16158 for property on the east side of Sunrise Way, between Amado and Desert Palm Drive - 18 units, Hacker/Landusa Corp. 13. Resolution 14248 approving Claims & Demands. (86) ' 14. Minute Order 3083 approving issuance of circus permit For the P.S. Police Officers ' Assoc. and waiving related rental and (64) business license fees for circus on May 20 and 21 , 1982, at Angel Stadium. 15. Resolution 14249 approving revised Riverside County Arts Plan. (123) It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and unanimously carried, that Resolutions 14241 through 14249 and Minute Orders 3080 through 3083 be adopted. T 1 038 Council Minutes I 5-19-82 Page 4 16. A.D. 133 - MID-BLOCK CROSSWALKS & SIGNALS Recommendation : That the Council award contract For improvements in Assessmert District 133, traffic signals and mid-block crosswalk improvements to Massey Sand & Rock, in amount of $287,520 (Change Order to follow) . , Director of Community Development stated that although the contract is proposed to be awarded for the entire project, it is with the understanding that a change order will be processed to amend the contract to delete the concrete crosswalks ; that the P.S. Project Task Force was aware at the time it made its recommendation that the project was out to bid, and to have dropped " the concrete portion in the bid would have been substantial w enough to have required going out to bid again; that as the bid and contract are worded, the City has the right to delete any portion of the project from the contract; that painted crosswalks will be provided and that task forte 's recommendation is specifically what will occur. i• Ron Kubler, Convener for the task force, expressed satisfaction with comment of Director of Community Development. In answer to question by Council , Director of Community Development stated that the low bidder remains the same even after deleting the concrete; and that curb alignment in front of Desert Inn Fashion Plaza was a function of the (56) 100-ft right-of-way at the time it was constructed. Redevelopment Director stated that the concept of extending the sidewalk and the crosswalks was approved by the Planning Commission; that a landscape plan will be needed for the area and would be included in any revision to the front of the stores; that trees will remain in the same location; and that request has been made that the Plaza request vacation of portion of the right-of-way. In answer to question by Foster, City Attorney stetted that , Councilman Foster would not have a conflict of interest because of owning property three blocks away unless the project would have a material financial affect; the response to which was negative. a In answer to question by Council , City Manager stated that the change order will require Council approval . Resolution 14250, awarding the contract as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Ortner, seconded by Foster, and unanimously carried, Doyle abstaining, that ' Resolution 14250 be adopted. 17. COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS Inland Library System's Lay Advisory Board: It was moved ' by Foster, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, (60) that Minute Order 3084, reappointing George Davie to serve as the City's representative to the above board, for a 2-year term, be adopted. P.S. Project Steering Committee: It was moved by Doyle, ' seconded by Foster, and unanimously carried, that Jan (133) Hawkins be appointed to the steering committee to replace Jean Feather who has resigned and is leaving the area. n �3 Council Minutes 5-19-82 Page 5 REPORTS & REQUESTS : r 18. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - Received & Ordered Filed . • a) Public Library Reports } b) Treasurer's Monthly - March, 1982 19. CITY COUNCIL reports or requests a) Councilwoman Ortner requested staff investigate adequacy of lighting in the parking area for the McDonald' s Restaurant on South Palm Canyon Drive. W •_ 20. PUBLIC reports or requests a) Cindy Chrysler, 175 Camino Encanto, verbally served F summons on Councilwoman Ortner to appear in court. b) Bill Sorrentino requested that Council investigate powers and authority of steering committee for the P.S. Project and possible abuse thereof. c) Sally Presley inquired as to dates for the 1983 marathon, and expressed support for its success , particularly if held during a cooler month of the year. 20. STAFF reports or requests .� a) City Manager noted study sessions Monday, May 24, 1982 and May 25, 1982, would commence at 12 Noon. ' ADJOURNMENT There being no further business at 8:30 p.m. , Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. • JUDITH SUMICH N City Clerk k H ti