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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6/27/1984 - MINUTES 13,1 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 27, 1984 3 p.m. An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Bogert in the Large Conference Room, City Hall , 3200 Tahquitz-McCallum Way, on Wednesday, June 27, 1984, at 3 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Birer, Foster, Maryanov, Smith & Mayor Bogert Absent: None 1 . BOARD/COMMISSION INTERVIEWS Council as a whole conducted interviews of prospective board and commission members for Community Services Commission and the Convention & Visitors Bureau. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned to this date at 7:30 p.m. , in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz-McCallum Way. ~ JUDITH SUMICH City Clerk CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JUNE 27, 1984 An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Bogert, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz•-McCallum Way, on Wednesday, June 27, 1984, at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Birer, Foster, Maryanov, Smith & Mayor Bogert Absent: None The meeting was opened with the salute to the Flag and a moment of silence. PRESENTATION: Mayor read Resolution 15098, commending Andrew Fisichelli for his services to the City as its Water Quality Superinten- dent, and upon motion by Foster, seconded by Maryanov, the Resolution was adopted; and a copy was presented to Mr. Fisichelli . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Smith, seconded by Foster, and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of May 16, 22, 25, and June 6, 1984, be approved. 1 . JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH CRA - PA5 - OASIS - REDEVELOPMENT PLAN & EIR Recommendation: To consider and act upon the Final EIR and Redevelopment Plan for the Oasis Redevelopment Project. See Community Redevelopment Agency minutes of this date, for details. The following City Council actions were taken: Res 15152 certifying completion of Final EIR. A motion overruling written & oral objections. Res 15153 re use of Tax Allocation for low/moderate income housing outside the area. Ordinance for introduction and first reading, adopting the Redevelopment Plan. 2. A.D. 145 - SEWERS Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolutions (9) relative to the construction of sewer laterals from existing mains to property lines throughout different areas of the City. Director of Community Development reviewed his report, noting the general nature and extent of the work; the Improvement Act Proceedings being followed; and the result of bids for construction and sale of the bonds, i .e. , construction low bidder: Gosh & Gosh Construction Corp. , $323,550; and for bonds: Stone & Youngberg, 9.25%. 130 Council Minutes 6-27-84 Page 2 2. A.D. 145 - SEWERS Mackenzie Brown, legal counsel , stated that under statutory requirements, two public hearings are being held simultaneously; that the construction bid allows the project to come in within estimate; and that the noticed interest rate was posted not to exceed 12%. Consulting Engineer, John Sanborn, gave his report, noting (56) compliance with State law, and documents on file with the City Clerk; that the total amount to be spread against the total district is $603,585.20; and that the percentage of written protests is 31 .36%, of which one protest represents 26.12%. Right-of-Way Agent stated that the hook-up costs have been reduced for that parcel (owned by M. Dragicevich) and that he has not received any communication from the owner whether he intends to proceed with connection, independent of the District. Mayor declared the hearing opened; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. Resolutions 15099 through 15107, ordering changes ; establishing special sewer service connection charges; denying protests and making findings; finding and determining public convenience and necessity; approving city contribution ($33,500) ; confirming assessments; authorizing issuance of bonds ; awarding construc- tion contract (above noted) ; and awarding sale of bonds (above noted) ; were presented; after which, it was moved by Smith, seconded by Birer, and unanimously carried, that Resolutions 15099 through 15107 be adopted. 3. STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT #3 Recommendation: That the Council overrule protests and confirm diagram and assessment spread for the above district located in the Crossley Tract. Director of Community Development stated that no written protests had been filed. (56) Mayor declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. Resolution 15108 overruling protests and confirming assessments, as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, and unanimously carried, that Resolu- tion 15108 be adopted. 4. PARKWAYS MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS 6A, 6B, & 6C Recommendation: That the Council overrule protests and confirm spread of assessment for the above districts for fiscal year 1984-85. Director of Community Development highlighted his (138 report, dated June 27, 1984, and noted that no written protests were filed. Mayor declared the hearing opened. In answer to question by Joan Rako, 833 Aurora Vista, Director of Community Development stated that each area is assessed separately and one does not share in the costs of the other. n� f Council Minutes 6-27-84 Page 3 4. PARKWAYS (Continued) There being no further appearances, the hearing was closed. Resolution 15109 overruling protests & confirming diagram and spread of assessment, as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Smith, seconded by Maryanov, and unani- (138) mously carried, that Resolution 15109 be adopted. 5. AIRPORT LAND ACQUISITION Recommendation: That the Council determine that the public interest, convenience and necessity require tine acquisition of certain real property in fee for Airport purposes; known as Parcel 0. Airport Director reviewed his report, dated June 27, 1984, noting that the City is in the process of negoti- ating with the property owner, however, if a compromise cannot be reached, the resolution would be put into effect. (51 ) Mayor declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. Resolution 15110, making determination as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15110 be adopted. 6. HISTORIC SITE #1 - EL MIRADOR HOTEL & TOWER Recommendation: That the Council designate the E1 Mirador Hotel and surrounding grounds as a Class 7 historic site. Director of Community Development reviewed his report, dated June 27, 1984. (76) Mayor declared the hearing open. Culver Nichols, 899 N. Palm Canyon, spoke in support of the designation, and indicated he had submitted a letter expressing his views. There being no further appearances, Mayor declared the hearing closed. Resolution 15111 , designating site as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15111 be adopted. 7. GPA 5.0132 - HOUSING ELEMENT Recommendation: That the Council adopt revisions to the Housing Element of the General Plan, to keep the element current with State Law. Economic Development & Housing Director stated that the update includes background materials regarding census, availability (101 ) of housing sites, energy conservation, programs relating to redevelopment programs and redevelopment funds for housing, and an assessment of housing programs in the current element. Mayor declared the hearing open; there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. 13 Council Minutes 6-27-84 Page 4 7. GPA 5.0132 (Continued) Resolution 15112 amending the Plan, as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Birer, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15112 be (101 adopted. PUBLIC COMMENTS: a) Ellen Kalmar, 875 San Lorenzo, presented petition, request- ing that something be done to cleanup the parcel formerly known as the Cameron Center, on the NE corner of Mesquite and S. Palm Canyon Drive. b) Charles Spataro, 344 W. Racquet Club Road, stated that Westar has not replaced 3500 sq. ft. of concrete in front of the property on Racquet Club, as he believed it was required to do in accordance with approval of the shopping center; and requested that the red curb on the NZ of Racquet Club Road be eliminated. LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 8. 1984-85 BUDGET On June 6, 1984, Council held public hearing on proposed budget for 1984-85, and continued consideration to this time. City Manager gave a brief review, noting that there were no addi- tional comments to those previously provided to the Council ; (61 and the budget reflects matters as discussed at study sessions. He also noted that appropriate compensation plans have been prepared in-line with the budget and MOUs. Resolutions 15113, adopting budget; and Resolutions 15114 and 15115 re compensation plans, were presented; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, that Resolutions 15113 through 15115 be adopted. 9. AIRPORT RULES & REGULATIONS, CHAPT. III Airport Commission recommends approval of the above; said matter previously continued by Council . Report highlighted by Transportation Director. (51 Resolution 15116 approving Chapter III, as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Smith, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15116 be adopted. 10. P.D. 155 & TTM 16495 Recommendation to approve PD and companion tract map for hill- side development on the west side of South Palm Canyon, south (11 of Cahuilla Hills and north of Canyon Heights development, 13 was continued on June 6, 1984, pendingfield trip. Director of Community Development noted that field trip was taken; that in-line with discussion at last study session, alternate route for the road required when the front property is developed has been shown on the plan, and that the property owner has agreed to the location; and Canyon Villa has no objection. Council Minutes 6-27-84 Page 5 10. P.D. 155 & TTM 16495 (Continued) Resolution 15117, approving PD 155 & TTM 16495, as recommended, was presented ; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded (116 & by Birer, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15117 be 137) adopted. 11 . MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - STREET ADDRESSES (Intro. 6-6-84) City Clerk read title of Ordinance 1223, repealing Section 14.04.100 to remove conflicting street address number sizes; after which, it was moved by Smith, seconded by Birer, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived, and that (101 ) Ordinance 1223 be adopted. 12. COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN (COSWMP) Recommendation: That the Council approve proposed COSWMP, with proviso that funding be based on actual , not averaged, costs for each landfill site. Director of Community Development reviewed his report, dated June 27, 1984, and noted that the (123) plan would not be available for implementation by the Board of Supervisors until 1985-86. Resolution 15118, approving proposed COSWMP, as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15118 be adopted. CONSENT AGENDA: 13. Minute Order 3408 approving agreement with City of Desert Hot Springs, in amount of $6,609, for RSVP for 1984-85. (73) 14. Resolution 15119 appropriating into reserves the unappropriated fund balances in designated City operating and capital project (61 ) funds for future operations or projects. 15. Resolution 15120 establishing appropriation limit for 1984-85, (61 ) in accordance with Art. XIII-B of the Calif. Constitution. 16. Resolution 15121 amending the 1983-84 budget to appropriate $15,000 to increase CVB contribution to the Chamber of Commerce by same (61 ) amount (action authorized by Council June 6, 1984. ) 17. Resolution 15122 approving cash transfer of $5. 5 million from General Fund to Capital Projects Funds (individual appropriations (61 ) made from the transfer were previously approved by the Council . ) 18. Resolution 15123 continuing appropriations from the 1983-84 Budget (61 ) into the 1984-85 fiscal year for projects not completed. Council Minutes 6-27-84 Page 6 19. Minute Order 3409 approving purchase from DWA, in amount of $14,310, for fire service and valve assembllies required for new (11 Police Dept. 20. Resolution 15124 authorizing transfer of CD13G funds to reconcile (85 City accounts with the County of Riverside. 21 . Resolutions 15125 and 15125A confirming annual spreads of assess- ment for Street Lighting Maintenance Districts 1 & 2, respectively, (5t for 1984-85. 22. Minute Order 3410 approving contract with Elizabeth Thompson for public relations consultant services, effective June 28, (50 1984 - maximum contract amount $26,000 per calendar year. 23. Resolution 15126 approving 12-mo. time extension for P.D. 91 , for development of homesite and open lots on 113 acres west of (11 Dunn Road, Section 32. 24. Resolution 15127 approving third 12-mo. time extension for TTM 16640 for property on the South side of Ramon Road, west of Gren- (13 fall Road. 25. Resolution 15128 approving third 12-mo. time extension for TTM 17293 for property on the South side of San Rafael , between (13 Virginia and Puesta del Sol - Vaco Developers, Inc. - 66 unit condominium complex. 26. Resolution 15129 setting hearing date for Resolution of Necessity to acquire certain lands for E1 Cielo right-of-way - July 10, (13 1984, 7:30 p.m. 27. Resolution 15130 increasing Sewer Facility Fee to $2,216 for each residential unit, with corresponding percentage increases (11 for commercial , industrial , and hotel units, effective July 1 , 1984. 28. Resolution 15131 and 15132 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims (86 & Demands. 29. Resolution 15133 establishing policy for reimbursement for use of personal vehicles on city business. (11 30. Resolution 15134 approving FTM 11559 for property on the north side of Mesquite Avenue, east of Sunrise Way - New Mesquite Devel- (13 opment Associates. 31 . Resolution 15135 approving FTM 17430-1 for property on the NE (13 corner of Avenida Caballeros and Amado Road - Professional Real Estate Investors, Inc. 32. Minute Order 3411 awarding purchase of automated slurry seal machine to Slurry Seal International , Inc. , in amount of (13 $45,600.67. 33. Minute Order 3412 approving CIP for 1984-85 through 1988-89. (11 34. Resolution 15136 approving final development plans for P.D. 149, St. Theresa's Church multi-purpose building, with gym and parking. (11 14-k Council Minutes 6-27-84 Page 7 35. Resolution 15137 approving Phase IV of P.D. 153, 196 units of Temple Construction golf course and condominium project. (116) 36. Resolution 15138 approving Memoranda of Understanding with employee (110) units re health insurance. 37. Resolution 15139 approving group health insurance programs, long and short-term disability, and city rates related thereto. (96) 38. Resolution 15140 approving dental insurance program on behalf of Executive, Management, Confidential , General Unit and Fire (96) Safety employees. It was moved by Maryanov, seconded by Smith, and unanimously carried, that Resolutions 15119 through 15140 and Minute Orders 3408 through 3412 be adopted. 39. TTM 14899 City Manager recommended that this matter be continued in order to contact the Tribal Council to ascertain its reasons for recommending denial , since this is a third 12-mo. time extension. (137) It was moved by Smith, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, that this matter be continued to the next meeting. 40. WIND ENERGY Recommendation: That the Council request the Board Supervisors adopt interim regulations to halt further land use development proposals, pending Land Use Plan adoption; and supporting (123) adoption of Revised Wind Energy Dev Standards (County Ord 348). Director of Community Development reported that representatives from the wind industry, and one representative from the BLM met with the Council at its last study session; and the Council expressed concerns that applications in process should not be stopped, but no new applications should be accepted. Discussion ensued as to the cut-off date, should the Board agree with the Council 's position; and it was the consensus of the Council , that a cut-off date of June 30 be recommended. Resolutions 15141 and 15142, adopting actions as recommended, were presented; after which, it was moved by Birer, seconded by Smith, and unanimously carried, that Resolutions 15141 and 15142 be adopted. 41 . BUDGET AMENDMENT, 1983-84 - INSURANCE Resolution 15143, appropriating funds for Worker' s Compensation and General Liability claims in amount of $150,000 each, was presented; after which, it was moved by Maryanov, seconded (61 ) by Smith, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15143 be adopted. Council Minutes 6-27-84 Page 8 42. WATERSLIDE PROJECT Recommendation: That the Council authorize the City Manager to sign Letter of Understanding with Thomas Hazelrigg, relative to negotiating a lease of 13z acres adjacent to Golf Club Drive. (109) Director of Community Services stated that the letter of under- standing only means that the City will enter into a lease if certain conditions can be met relative to such a lease; that agreement must be reached on a contract; and that there are other proposals in the Valley for a waterslide project, and he believed the first in will be the one to succeed. City Manager stated that the issue is a potential lease agree- ment, and given direction to negotiate, the entire review process will be undertaken and an opportunity offered to those who have concerns to be heard. Director of Community Services stated that the attorney for the homeowner's association across from the proposed site will be meeting with Mr. Hazelrigg to try to mitigate concerns of the homeowners. Mr. Hazelrigg stated that he hopes to get the project started as soon as possible; that there are three similar projects in the country; that he will be using local landscape talent, and cited some of the amenities he proposes; and stated that the first tentative plans provide 550 parking spaces. Director of Community Services stated that Mr. Hazelrigg has indicated his willingess to meet with those concerned; and that the proposed site is immediately north of the Golf Course driving range, and has a 650-ft frontage on Golf Club/Crossley. Alice Wear, attorney, stated that the homeowners have been meeting, but are still opposed to the project, and alternatives need to be explored. Councilman Foster stated that there is no agreement at this time, and the Council would only be agreeing to negotiate. Councilman Maryanov stated that the City its agreeing to negoti- ate and the project must come to be acceptable to the City, with citizens given an opportunity to support or oppose the project; and he. was hopeful a solution could be arrived at that would satisfy all concerns. Following discussion, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, Birer abstaining, that Letter of Understanding be authorized as recommended. 43. FTM 19544 Resolution 15144 approving FTM 19544, for property on the SW corner of Ramon and Crossley - Stone Pine Partners, Ltd. , (137 was presented; after which, it was moved by Smith, seconded by Foster, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15144 be adopted. Council Minutes 6-27-84 Page 9 44. DESERT MUSEUM RECOGNITION Resolution 15145, declaring that the Desert Museum is regionally (104) known and of outstanding interest to the touring public, was presented; after which, it was moved by Birer, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15145 be adopted. 45. CULTURAL CENTER COMMITTEE Resolution 15146, concluding the work of the cultural center committee, and expressing appreciation for its work, was presented; after which, it was moved by Smith, seconded by (139) Birer, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 15146 be adopted. 46. PA5 - OASIS PASS-THROUGH AGREEMENTS Resolutions 15147 and 15148, approving pass-through agreements with the Riverside County Flood Control District and the County of Riverside, respectively, were presented; after which, it was moved by Smith, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously (124) carried, that Resolutions 15147 and 15148 be adopted. 47. BUDGET AMENDMENT, 1983-84 - DEMOLITION & CLEARANCE COSTS Resolution 15149 awarding contract to IONIC Construction Com- pany, Inc. , $6,600; and Resolution 15150 amending the budget (61 & to appropriate funds therefore, were presented ; after which, 124) it was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, and unanimously carried, that Resolutions 15149 and 15150 be adopted. 48. CONVENTION CENTER - PROJECT OVERVIEW DOCUMENT Resolution 15151 approving the Project Overview Document, as discussed at preceding study session, was presented; after which, it was moved by Birer, seconded by Foster, and unani- (139) mously carried, Maryanov & Smith abstaining, that Resolution 15151 be adopted. 49. COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS Mayor announced the following appointments; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, and unanimously carried, that the following appointments be approved: (60) BOARD & COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS NAME. OF COMMISSION NAME TERM Community Services Margaret Bell 6-30-87 Paul Kamins 6-30-87 Dick Skelskey 6-30-87 CVB Art Nigro 6-30-86 Ran Wyder 6-30-87 Marjorie Taft 6-30-87 Council Minutes 6-27-84 Page 10 49. COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS (Continued) Energy Commission Chris Mills 6-30-87 Doug Strauss 6-30-87 Bernice Epstein 6-30-87 (60) Historic Site Presery Gillar Boyd, jr. 6-30-87 Moya Henderson 6-30-87 Kitty Kieley Hayes 6-30-87 Library Board Rosalyn Bronstein 6-30-87 Planning Commission Peter Koetting 6-30-87 Rent Review Commission Ray Hutchinson 6-30-87 P.S. Civic Ctr Auth. Anthony Aidukas 10-24-87 REPORTS & REQUESTS: 50. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - Received & Ordered Filed a) Treasurer' s Monthly - April , 1984 b) Rent Review Commission - Annual COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Mayor declared the meeting adjourned for the purpose of convening in joint session with the Community Rede- velopment Agency, for public hearing on Redevelopment Project Area 5 (OASIS). For City Council actions, see Community Redevelopment Agency minutes of this date. Upon reconvening as the City Council , business resumed. CITY COUNCIL reports or requests - a) Staff requested to investigate appropriateness of traffic signal timing for north/southbound traffic on zahquitz- McCallum Way, at Farrell . b) Staff requested to follow-through on scheduling a new commissioners orientation, including commission-council- staff roles. 52. PUBLIC reports or requests a) Mel Bigelow and Dana Bigelow and Charles Spaturo., residents on Racquet Club Road, between Palm Canyon and Indian Avenue, requested that the red curb be removed, citing the diffi- culty of parking for their properties;, and speed of traffic using the lane closest to their property. Mrs. Bigelow also expressed concern regarding trash containers for the Loehman Plaza located next to her property. City Manager stated that staff will follow-through for any action that might be necessary. 53. STAFF reports or requests - None ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. c/l JUDITH SUMICH City Clerk