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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
NOVEMBER 17, 1982
A Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor
Bogert, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz-McCallum Way, on
Wednesday, November 17, 1982, at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Doyle, Foster, Ortner-Kubler,
' Maryanov, and Mayor Bogert
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 the City Council .
PUBLIC HEARING:
1 . P.D. 143 - G, MARANTZ
Recommendation: That the Council approve planned develop-
ment district to extend use of existing recreational vehicle
park at. 211 W. Mesquite Avenue.
Director of Community Development reviewed his report,
dated November 17, 1982, and stated that planned development
district was originally approved for a 10-year period,
as an interim use of the property; that the developer
is not ready to proceed with new development and has
' requested that the maximum time period be extended for (116)
an additional 10 years; that the use no longer meets condi-
tions under which it was approved, i .e. , it is no longer
part of the Parkview Mobilehome Park, nor is it owned
by the same property owner; that the Commission recommended
the extension, subject to 9 conditions; that concern was
expressed by the Council at its last study session, regard-
ing undergrounding of utilities and that it should be
commenced immediately; that an assessment district is
a viable tool to accomplish that end, and language of
the condition has been revised accordingly.
In answer to questions by Council , Director of Community
Development stated that the same requirement had been
placed on the Wessman project to the south, which has
1/4 mile of undergrounding; that the Wessman project
together with the subject project would equal a distance
of 1/2 mile, which according to SCE is an economically
feasible project.
Councilman Maryanov stated that he would abstain from
discussion and voting.
Councilwoman Ortner-Kubler stated that she would also abstain
from discussion and voting.
Mayor declared the hearing open.
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1 . P.D. 143 - G. MARANTZ (Continued)
John Wessman, 72200 Clancy Lane, Rancho Mirage, stated
he was not opposed to the extension of the time period,
but opposed to condition to join assessment district,
which would also force him to have to underground his
utilities; that he has undergrounded telephone lines on '
Palm Canyon, as well as across Palm Canyon to connect
at Sonora; that SCE estimate to underground his facilities
was $275-325,000, which would not have made the project
economically unfeasible; that he has contracted with Edison
to relocate the lines to the back of the property at a CON1 ' D
cost of $61 ,000, and it would not be fair to require him (116)
to underground the lines so soon; that he could understand
imposing the requirement if Belardo Road were to go through
at this time, but until the bridge is constructed and
the road installed, he could not see spending the money;
that he did not think there would be much savings now
vs. later; that he would be willing to be included in
an assessment district when Belardo goes through; that
when the assessment district condition was imposed on
him, he believed it referred to several years from now,
which would enable him to amortize the cost of relocation;
that he is undergrounding telephone lines for a considerable
distance, both along Palm Canyon and across it to Sonora;
and that the power lines along Belardo will not be seen
from Palm Canyon Drive.
In answer to question by Council , Mr. Wessman stated that
his understanding of the assessment district condition
on his project was that it would not be required for some
time in the future, which he did not interpret to be two
months after he had started construction; that he is opposed
to an immediate requirement, but not to 2-3 years from
now; and that he may opt to pay for it other than through
an assessment district.
Paul Selzer, Attorney and principal in the project, stated
that the applicant is in agreement with the recommendation,
with the exception of the undergrounding of utilities
requirement, estimated to cost $300-350,000; that the
use is an existing business and there is not an opportunity
to refinance it to raise that kind of money; that if it
is attached as a condition, he would recommend the permit
not be given, because they cannot afford to do it; and
that they would be agreeable to an assessment district
when Belardo Road is completed. In answer to question
by Council , he stated that when the Belardo Bridge is
completed, it is believed that the property will be in
a position of being redeveloped in a higher and better
use, and capable of supporting the kind of business event-
ually planned to be built on it; that they would like
to be able to do the improvements without an assessment
district, since it would be less costly; and that they
are willing to join an assessment district when Belardo
Road and bridge are installed. '
George Marantz, #6 Palomino, applicant, stated that he
believed it might take another 10 years before Belardo
Road is completed ; that $300,000 is excessive for a parcel
1300' x 230' and he is willing to install his portion
of Belardo, however, adding that to the $300,000, he is
facing a cost of $500,000 to save 1300 ft; that there
is a 40-ft greenbelt and there will not be any additional
costs in the future to remove asphalt or concrete; and
that this site is the only RV park in the City.
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1 . P.D. 143 - G. MARANTZ (Continued)
Allen Perrier, 3001 Tahquitz, representing Eastern Shores
Mobile Village, who acquired the lease covering the park
and the southerly 213 of the Happy Traveler site, stated
that the Happy Traveler sublease expired in October, 1981 ,
and has been the subject of discussion for some time
although no deal has been consumated; that the Council
should table this matter until the applicant has the right
to operate an RV park on the site; that the applicant
was originally required to install Belard,o Road to its
full-width and his client would be opposed to suggesting
that an assessment district be created for that purpose,
and to being assessed for the undergrounding of utilities
for his one-half of the street; and that an assessment
district requires the commitment of a certain amount of
the property owners.
Mr. Selzer stated that this matter is currently in litiga-
tion and expected to be resolved shortly and is not an
issue before the Council ; that the question before the
Council is whether the use in that location is proper;
that without a permit, it would be a violation of law
and the lease and he urged that the permit be granted
with the idea that it is a proper use for the location,
regardless of who owns it.
In answer to question by Council , City Attorney stated
that as a matter of general statute, owner of the property
must join in a zone change or planned development district CONT'D
application; that the lessee has generally been viewed (116)
as the owner for his leaseholder interest where that
interest extends over a considerable period of time; that
if Mr. Perrier is correct, it would appear his client
should be part of the process; that he would not recommend
that the Council act on an "if" basis, but rather that
" the issue be resolved before taking action.
Mr. Wessman stated that it was his understanding that
the City regards a lease of 25 years or more as ownership
of the property, and he did not view that as a complicated
matter.
There being no further appearances, the hearing was closed.
Councilman Doyle stated that he would like to have had
legal counsel at the Planning Commission meeting, and
he assumed that all facts were made known; that he supports
the project; and that his understanding of the condition
is that when undergrounding is mandated for the Wessman
property, then it should also be imposed on this site at
the same time; and that he would recommend continuing
this matter to clarify the legal question, and he would
like information detailing the specifics of the condition
on the Wessman property and how it affects this site.
It .was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
carried, Ortner-Kubler and Maryanov abstaining, that this
matter be continued to December 1 , 1982, in order to clarify
legal questions regarding ownership.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a) McCallum Civic Building:
Gary Deeb stated that it was discovered at noon on this G
date, that the bonding which was desired for the project
has been affected by legislation which would not allow
the project to qualify after December 31 , 1982, and it
would be impossible to meet that qualifying deadline;
that he requested a postponement of consideration of his
proposal which indicated a favorable response, by December «
31 , 1982 as a condition; that efforts are being made to
see if there are alternatives available to bond the project
under different circumstances; that regarding another
location, considerable time has been spent trying to find
another site, and he would be willing to utilize another
site if it could meet all of the qualifications wanted
and found desirable at the McCallum site; that he will
continue to pursue the McCallum site becaue he believed
the .problems could be resolved; and that if the Council
is willing to give continuing courtesies, he believes
he can bring legitimate theatre to the community.
Myra Goldwater, 2141 Sunshine Way, urged that courage
and foresight be used to approve the theatre.
Esther Youngerman, 1060 Olive Way, stated that 175 members
of the P.S. Merchants and Citizens Association endorse
and encourage the Nederlander project; that it believes
strongly that the project is absolutely necessary for
the future economic development of the City; that the
location is favorable and will only help stimulate a high- (117) '
quality flow of development and enrich the downtown area
and the community as a whole; that the parking arrangement
is satisfactory and it is hoped that the community will
recognize that and let the project become a reality, and
not let it go elsewhere.
Mrs. Bacher, 885 Prescott Drive, spoke in favor of the
Nederlander project, and stated that something will have
to be done about parking whether the theatre is built,
and everyone should try to work together to make the theatre
a reality.
Shand Sales, 101 Ave. Palos Verdes, stated 'ghat it would
be a great compliment for the Nederlander group to be
in Palm Springs, however, he felt the site was the wrong
location; that there is too much congestion and no parking;
that the area is retail ; that there is a 350 seat theatre
at the McCallum Building; that theatres in Los Angeles
are "dark" 50-60% of the year; that his understanding
is that there will be two restaurants, which is a high
density use, and still no parking; and urged that careful
thought be given to the project.
Francis Crocker, spoke against taking over the library, '
stating that it has a high patronage and considerable
local history; and that the site was dedicated for library
purposes and he urged that it not be changed.
Mr. Deeb stated that as a result of Mr. Crocker' s presenta-
tion to the Library Board last week, considerable efforts
were made to come up with a plan that would not disturb
the library site.
Mona Fisher, 1360 Verano, stated she was confident the
parking problem could be overcome.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a) McCallum Building Cont'd
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Mayor stated that everyone is anxious to get a theatre
and he is willing to lean over to try and get one; and
that it would be an opportunity to have someone build
it and operate it.
` City Manager stated that there has been extensive exposure
to the project to many groups and individuals affected
by it, and although the concept of the theatre has remained
the same, the conditions required to achieve it have varied
significantly; that the DDAC recommended no action until
parking and library issues were resolved; that -the Parking
Task Force is on record as opposing it because of its
impact on parking; that the P.S. Merchants and Citizens
Association favors it; that the Library Board and Historic
Site Preservation Board are opposed because of 'the proposed
use of the library site; that individuals and hoteliers
are on record in support; and that 1233 individuals have
signed a petition which states:
"Assuming that parking and other issues are resolved,
the undersigned hereby endorse the Nederlander-Deeb
proposal for the development of a legitimate theatre
on the site of the McCallum Civic Building. "
of which 916 are residents of the City. He also stated
that although no action is now anticipated, the item was CONT"D
' listed on the agenda in anticipation that acceptable condi- (117 )
tions would be found; that he strongly believes that a
project of this kind isextremely desirable, but the proposal
offered at this - time is not satisfactory, since there
are too many issues unresolved, and although given time
they might be worked through, action this date would not
be advisable; and that this project - or others downtown
- would include trade-offs or compromises, which at this
point in time are too great.
No action taken.
b) Jim Yarrow, 1000 N. Palm Canyon Drive, spoke in opposition
to the adoption of the electronic game arcade ordinance,
stating that the City needs to provide attractions for
the youth.
c) J.Kenneth Moran, A-ctorney, 777 E. Tahquitz, 7#200, repre-
senting the Amusing Sandwich, urged that Council not adopt
the electronic game arcade ordinance, stating that there
is only one business in the community which will be affected
by the 1-year amortization period, and there is no evidence
that would substantiate that one year is reasonable, and
he has presented evidence that 12 years is reasonable;
and that if the ordinance is adopted, he will be forced
' to bring action in court.
d) Monty Palmer, 28160 Landau, stated that he owns a parking
lot sweeping business and the noise ordinance may cause
him severe problems in terms of sweeping shopping centers,
usually swept between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. , and urged that
consideration be given to this problem.
e) William Gietter, 2688 Calle Palo Fierro, spoke in favor
of approving Final Tract Map 17279 (see Item 19).
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LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
2. MUNICIPAL SOLAR UTILITY
Recommendation: That the Council amend the Municipal
Code to provide a Municipal Solar Utility (MSU) and MSU
leasehold marketing.
Energy Coordinator reviewed his report, dater.) November
17,, 1982, and indicated that the MSU merely sets up an
infrastructure whereby energy systems can be installed
with a lease arrangement and it allows a homeowner or
renter to be able to utilize solar on residential units
and not have to pay up-front costs, but rather• amortize ,
the costs over the lease period; that because of recent
legislation, .it is possible for taxpayers to lease a
solar energy system on theirpremises and claim the
State Solar Energy Tax Credit for the first three years
of the lease payments; that the City sets minimum
standards and any company desiring to install units }
must meet those standards, and the City does not
guarantee the company only that the product meets
standards established by the City; that rules and
regulations are not being established at this point but
having, the ordinance in effect by January 1, 1983 (103)
enables participants to be eligible for the tax
credits; and that regarding an arbitration board, it
will be a subject of the rules and regulations
including , its rules of operation, use and types of '
appeals to it.
City Clerk read title of the Ordinance as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTERS 8.30 AND 8.32 TO THE
PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING A
MUNICIPAL SOLAR UTILITY.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and
unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and
that the Ordinance be introduced for first reading.
3. SEWERS - PUMP STATION #1, FORCE MAIN, AND POLICY RE: PORTION
OF PALM HILLS
Recommendation: That the Council award contract to
Edmond Vadnais for construction of pump station #1 and
force main, in amount of $1,089,581; and establish
policy regarding providing sewers to a portion of Palm (128)
Hills.
Director of Community Development stated that in
response to query raised at the last study session the
City Engineer has determined that the convection at
which point gravity flows would tie into the Cook
Street Plant facilities would be beyond Cathedral
Canyon Drive and across the channel, and would not be
large enough to handle the amount which would be
generated from the Palm Springs area; and that award of
contract remained as recommended. He stated that the
recommendation relating to policy regarding sewers to a
portion of Palm Hills would be for a maximum of 370
units; that the area north of Eagle Canyon should have
been considered when the Palm Hills area was looked at
in terms of feasibility to connect to the plant vs.
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3. SEWERS - PUMP STATION #1 (Continued)
pumping sewage uphill which was determined to be a
costly way of handling the situation; and that it was
indicated at that time that staff would come back with
a recommendation and policy for that portion of Palm
Hills.
In answer to question by Council, City Manager stated (iP8)
that this would be the maximum number of units that
would be allowed to connect; that the number of units
proposed by Mr. Dunn is less than that amount; that the
environmental impact report outlines the number to be
served; and that possible recommendations will be
addressed concerning definitive planning to serve or
not serve specific areas in the community.
Councilman Doyle stated that sewers and other utilities
will have to be provided by the developer and that he
would be opposed to any further encroachment into the
capacity of the sewer plant, and that the Palm Hills
area should stand on its own.
City Attorney stated that the policy provides
information to anyone in the area that this will be the
maximum amount of units that could be served:, that he
did not think policy was so binding or final that it
could not be changed in the future; that the policy
statement does not have a binding effect other than to
serve as notice that it is the policy and can be
followed and that he was not aware of anything that
would force the Council to have to accept a greater
number of units.
Minute Order 3172, awarding the contract as recommended
and Resolution 14429 establishing the policy as
recommended, were presented; after which, it was moved
by Foster, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously
carried, that Minute Order 3172 and Resolution 14429 be
adopted.
4. ORDINANCES FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION
(Introduced 11-3-82)
City Clerk read title of Ordinance 1166, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
TO REGULATE THE USE OF VIDEO AMUSEMENT ARCADES (103)
THROUGHOUT THE CITY.
and Ordinance 1167, as follows:
' AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
ADDING CHAPTER 11.74 TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL (103)
CODE, REGULATING NOISE SOURCES THROUGHOUT THE CITY.
Councilwoman Ortner-Kubler stated that she felt the
Electronic Games Arcade Ordinance was a disservice to Section
14, for which there is an attempt being made to upgrade it
and develop it in the long range as a highly desirable
section; that she believed that would be within the near
future and Indian Avenue and Palm Canyon Drive should
compliment each other; and that she would like to see the CBD
Zone extended easterly to Calle E1 Segundo.
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4. ORDINANCES FOR SECOND READING (Continued)
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Councilman Doyle stated that the Council is operating under
limits as they exist today and that as time passes if the
Tribal Council would agree to expanding the CBD easterly then CONT'D
he would concur in the concern regarding the electronic (103)
arcades in that it should apply equally throughout that
particular zone, otherwise the Council would not be in a
position to make any other decision then what it has made.
He stated that he was satisfied that the area is being
properly addressed.
Councilwoman Ortner-Kubler stated that she understood this
position, however, she felt it was something that should be
looked at.
Councilman Foster stated that he would like to limit the
number , of games in the CBD to a maximum of two games per
establishment and that he, too, agreed that the east side of
Indian Avenue should be included in the CBD and it should be
looked at immediately.
Councilman Maryanov stated that he agreed the expansion to
the east side of Indian Avenue should be addressed.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously
carried that further readings be waived. '
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Maryanov, and carried by
the following vote that Ordinance 1166 be adopted
AYES: Doyle, Maryanov, and Bogert
NOES: Foster, Ortner-Kubler
ABSENT: None
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Maryanov, and inanimously
carried that Ordinance 1167 be adopted
In answer to question by the Council, City Manager stated
that staff was aware there may be some problems with regard
to the Noise Ordinance, i .e. , blowers used for sweeping and
that this will be monitored to determine whether further
considerations need to be given.
5. COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE AMENDMENT - LATE CHARGE
Recommendation: That the Council amend the comprehensive fee
schedule to establish a one (1) percent per month charge on
unpaid balance of an overdue receivable more than thirty (30)
days old.
In response to question. by Council, Finance Director stated
that the late charge varies from one (1) to one and one-half '
(li) percent, that he was not aware of a "standard" that is (114)
used and that there are not many cities charging such fees at
the present time.
Resolution 14430 amending the fee schedule as recommended was
presented; after which, it was moved by Doyle, seconded by
Foster, and unanimously carrried that Resolution 14430 be
adopted.
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6. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - PUBLICATION VENDING MACHINES
Recommendation: That the Council amend the Municipal Code to
limit graphic material displayed on the exterior of
newsracks.
Councilman Doyle stated that the Maintenance and Clean-up (103)
Task Force supports the recommendation and urges approval .
City Clerk read title of Ordinance as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 14.16, SECTION 14.16.462 (10)
(ENCROACHMENTS IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY) OF THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, CLARIFYING USE OF PUBLICATION
VENDING MACHINES FOR ADVERTISING PURPOSES.
It was moved by Ortner-Kubler, seconded by Foster, and
unanimously carried that further reading be waived and that
the Ordinance be introduced for first reading.
7. CITY HALL AND POLICE BUILDING EXPANSION - ARCHITECTURAL
SERVICES
Recommendation: That the Council approve architectural
services contract with Donald Wexler Associates for police
building and Williams, Clark, and Williams and Clinton Marr
' Associates, a Joint Venture, for alteration and addition to
City Hall . (117)
This item removed from agenda in order to clarify specifics
in the agreements as discussed at last study session.
` 8. McCALLUM CIVIC BUILDING/SITE AND LIBRARY SITE - CONDITIONS
FOR DISPOSAL
Recommendation: That the Council establish conditions under
which the sale of the McCallum Building property and the
Welwood Murray Library property may be sold for the
development of a legitimate theatre, related facilities, and
a new library.
See comments above under "Public Comments". (117)
CONSENT AGENDA:
9. Resolution 14431 approving amendment #1 to Agr 1447 with
APCOA for management of the Airport parking facility, (51 )
relating to minimum annual fee and providing rate increases.
10. Minute Order 3173 authorizing filing TDA claim with SCAG for (136)
$116,789 to perform maintenance on local streets.
11. Resolution 14432 approving 12-month time extension for (116 )
property on the SW corner of Cahuilla Road and Tahquitz
McCallum Way, L. Hess, PD122.
12. Minute Order 3174 authorizing a $7,500 expenditure to JHK &
Associates for an update of the City's transportation system (101 )
computer model .
13. Minute Order 3175 approving agreement and consent to
assignment and encumbrance of lease for city-owned property (85)
in Section 35 currently under lease to AFCOM Mobile Home
Parks, Ltd. to Fredricks Development Corp.
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CONSENT AGENDA (Continued)
14. Minute Order 3176 approving agreement with Lighting Research
Laboratory, to provide illumination engineering services, in (134)
amount of $6,000,.
15. Minute Order 3177 awarding contract to Pictorial Sciences,
Inc. , for a comprehensive aerial photographic survey of the (136 )
City and its sphere of influence, in amount of $12,424.
16. Resolution 14433 approving 12-month time extension for
Tentative Tract Map 17392 for property on the SW corner of (137)
Cantina Way and S. Palm Canyon, Hacker/Coble.
17. Resolutions 14434, 14435, 14436, and 14437 approving Payroll (86)
Warrants and Claims and Demands.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously
carried - that Resolutions 14431 through 14437 and Minute
Orders 3173 through 3177 be adopted.
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18. COMPUTER POWER CONDITIONER UNIT - AWARD
Recommendation: That the Council award bid to furnish and
install a computer power conditioner unit to J. P. Beecher
Associates, Inc. , in the amount of $25,917.60. (117)
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Minute Order 3178, awarding purchase as recommended was
presented; after which, it was moved by Doyle, seconded by '
Ortner-Kubler, and unanimously carried, that Minute Order
3178 be adopted.
19. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP 17279
Recommendation: That the Council approve final Subdivision
Map for Tract 17279 to divide property located at McCarthy
Road and Radio Road for construction of industrial buildings- (137)
KWL/W. Gietter.
Resolution 14438, approving suhdvision map as recommended,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Doyle, seconded
by Ortner-Kubler, and unanimously carried, that Resolution
14438 be adopted.
REPORTS & REQUESTS:
20. CITY COUNCIL Reports or Requests
a) Councilwoman Ortner-Kubler requested that staff
determine whether the Cafe Espresso on the southwest:
corner of Tahquitz-McCallum and Palm Canyon Drive
complies with required liquor license provisions.
b) Councilman Doyle stated that Touche-Ross has conducted
most of the interviews of the steering committee,
Council and citizens, and there seems to be a
perception by some that a certain type of structure
will be recommended; that the assumptions 'in the study
based on demand estimates from the Kuebelbeck samples
and does not represent a recommendation on the part of
Touche-Ross since it has not researched the issue to
the degree to make that kind of recommendation; and
that the consultant is not trying to send up trial
balloons - only to provide illustrations for the
steering committee.
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20. CITY COUNCIL Reports or Requests (Continued)
c) Mayor stated that staff should take appropriate steps
to begin addressing an easterly extension of the CBD.
21. PUBLIC Reports or Requests - None
22. STAFF Reports or Requests - None
CLOSED SESSION
It was moved, seconded, and unanimously carried that the
Council adjourn to a closed session for legal matter; after
which it reconvened in regular session.
23. WIND ENERGY
City Manager stated that the County adopted a Wind Energy
Ordinance, however, the Board of Supervisors removed most of
the "teeth" from it; that City staff was asked to see if the
method could be procedurally attacked; that the Council
reviewed this in its closed session, and if approved, legal
counsel would be hired to pursue that course of action; that
additionally the Bureau of Land Management lease condition
was changed to expand from 12 to 180 structures of a
different nature, and he believed that there is a potential
challenge to the grounds held by the County that the prior (123)
environmental review was adequate on the basis that there was
not substantial change in the project which lead to allowing
the change in the lease to enable more structures of a
smaller size.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Ortner-Kubler, and
unanimously carried that based upon information provided in
Planning staff report, the City staff, including City Manager
and City Attorney, and their designees are authorized and
directed to take such action as appears appropriate (1) to
inquire into, and if appropriate, challenge the procedures
followed by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors in
adoption of County Resolution 82-236, amending General Plan,
and in adopting County Ordinance 348.2104, and (2) review,
and if appropriate, challenge the adequacy of environmental
review of said projects and related Bureau of Land Management
environmental review, all relating to wind energy
development.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at 10:20 p.m. , Mayor declared
the meeting adjourned.
JUDITH SUMICH
City Clerk