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HomeMy WebLinkAbout7/18/1984 - MINUTES I.e CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 18, 1984 A Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor pro tem Maryanov in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz-McCallum Way, on Wednesday, July 18, 1984, at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Birer, Foster, Haryanov, and Smith Absent: Mayor Bogert COMMENDATIONc Res 15166, commending former Fire Division Chieo Byron Norris for his many years of outstanding service to he City, and expressing best wishes upon his retirement, was presented; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Smith, and unanimously carried, Bogert absent, that Resolution 15166 be adopted. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Mayor pro tem declared the meeting adjourned for the purpose of convening as the Community Redevelopment Agency, and upon reconvening business resumed.APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, avcd unanimously carried, Bogert absent, that the Minutes of June 27, 1984 be approved. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1 . AA CASE 3.568 (R. FLOYD) - APPEAL Consideration of appeal by Robert Floyd from Planning Commission denial of application for Architectural Approval and exterior lighting of hillside residence at 555 N. Patencio Road. Planning Director reviewed his report of July 18, 1984, stating that the trees were planted in an overall upgrading of the grounds after the current owner took-over the property; that the house was constructed and final inspection given under the first owner; that landscape plan was desert oriented, including slope and erosion problems handled by desert planting, and was a tight program as to how it would be accomplished; that the house was then sold, and an appeal iii,oen denial of a third floor addition was granted by the City Council , however, that was not built and remodeling kept the strut: ure to within 2 stories; that house is about 100-ft above the general desert floor and has elicited a lot of comment because of its conspic- uous nature; that the Planning Commission believed the palm trees were out of character for the hillside, noting that some have already broken the ridge line and the tree grow to a height of 45 ft in this area; that the applicant believes the trees are appropriate in view of the tree--dined streets throughout the community; that prior to the trees Geeing planted, there was a condition of approval of the pro,'ect that any revised landscape plan would require approval ; and that the trees are inconsistent with the general hillside goals. �< Council Minutes 7-18-84 Page 2 1 . AA 3.568 (Continued) Mayor pro tem declared the hearing open. James Schlecht, 801 E. Tahquitz-McCallum, attorney representing the appellant, stated that the trees are appropriate for the residence created; that Planning Commission and AAC reservations about using palm trees on hillsides is not widely known, and even if the trees had not been planted before learning of this reservation, the owner would still be before the Council requesting the right to plant them; that the owner is willing (111 to provide a deed restriction that the trees would be removed upon a determination by the City that they had become objection- able because of their height; and that he urged approval of the appeal , subject to that condition. He stated that he believed the condition could be enforced. There were no further appearances, and the hearing was closed. Councilman Smith stated that he took a field trip and did not see any problem with the trees, and noted that Chino Drive has a line of trees leading to a cluster of trees, from which these trees appear, to continue up the hillside. Councilman Foster stated that he approached the site from a different direction and did not see the continuation referred to by Mr. Smith, and felt the trees would blend into the hill- side if the fronds were not trimmed up. He suggested that condition be imposed which would limit the amount of trimming on the fronds. Councilman Birer agreed with comments by Mr. Smith relative to Chino Drive, and that the trees blend with that. arrangement. It was moved by Foster, seconded by Smith, and unanimously carried, Bogert absent, that the Planning Commission denial be overruled and the trees allowed to remain, subject to mechan- ism which will assure that the palm fronds will not be trimmed higher than 8 ft from the ground. PUBLIC COMMENTS a) John Calderon, 30705 San Diego Drive, Cathedral City, commented on his efforts to improve the Dream Homes area, and his perception of lack of support and interest from local police and officials. LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 2. P.D. 136 WESTAR - FINAL PLANS Recommendation: That the Council approve final development plans for free-standing retail building in the Loehman's Shop- ping Center, at Racquet Club and Palm Canyon. Director of Community Development highlighted his report of (116) July 18, 1984. Resolution 15167 approving final plans, was presented ; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, and unani- mously carried, Bogert absent, that Resolution 15167 be adopted. Council Minutes 7•-18-84 Page 3 CONSENT AGENDA: 3. Resolution 15168 receiving Proposed Redevelopment Report and Final EIR re PA6 (North Palm Canyon) from the CRA, and consenting to (124) joint public hearing for September 5, 1984. 4. Minute Order 3424 awarding contract to Massey Sand & Rock for construction of temporary parking lot at 425 N. PaIiii Canyon Drive, (124) for the Redevelopment Agency, in amount of $14,535.00 (PA1B2) 5. Resolution 15169 approving FPM 16478 for property between Indian Avenue and Palm Canyon, north of Tachevah - Ervin/So. Calif S&L. (119) 6. Minute Order 3425 awarding 3-year communications vi�r,intenance con- tract to Riverside Communications Co. , in amount of $26,400. (117) 7. Resolution 15170 approving final development plans for free-standing restaurant (Cedar Creek Inn) in the Plaza del Sol Shopping Center, (116) on the southwest corner of South Palm Canyon and Morongo Road - J. Wessman. 8. Resolution 15171 approving 1-year extension of "GTM 17430 for property on the northeast corner of Avenida Caballeros and Amado (137) Road - Hallmark/Inventor' s Real Estate. 9. Resolution 15172 approving 12-mo. time extension for TTM 15945 for property at Vista Chino and Avenida Caballeros - Hacker/J. (137) Cotton. 10. Minute Order 3426 awarding purchase of palm tree trimming service to Economy Tree Service, in amount of $10,450, For trimming and (136) seed pod removal on trees at various city facilities. 11 . Resolution 15173 fixing amount of money to be raised from property taxes for 1984-85 debt service requirements and fixing a tax rate (140) therefor. 12. Resolution 15174 authorizing participation in County contract for purchase of lubricating oils and greases from Union Oil Co. , (123) for 1984-85. 13. Minute Order 3427 awarding purchase and installation of 10 street lights at various locations to Southern California Edison, in (134) amount of $22,798. 14. Resolution 15175 concurring in CRA Resolutions 229 through 234, adopted June 27, 1984. (124) 15. Resolutions 15176 and 15177 approving Payroll Warrants & Claims (86) & Demands. It was moved by Foster, seconded by Smith, and unanimously carried, Bogert absent, that Resolutions 15168 through 15i77 and Minute Orders 3424 through 3427, be adopted. 16. PRISON IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY Resolution 15178, opposing building a prison in the Coachella Valley, was presented; after which, it was moved by Foster, (123) seconded by Smith, and unanimously carried, Bogert absent, that Resolution 15178 be adopted. Council Minutes 7-18-84 Page 4 17. LICENSE AGREEMENT - ARENAS ROAD ENCROACFIMENT Recommendation: That the Council approve a license agreement with Alice and 'Virginia Atikian to erect a walkway covering over the public right-of-way on the NW corner of Arenas Road and Palm Canyon Drive. (136) Planning Director reported that in approving a remodeling of the building, the Planning Commission has asked that the awning for the Arenas side be designed similar to the Palm Canyon frontage awning, noting that only the Arenas side awning will be replaced. Resolution 15179, approving the license agreement was presented, after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, and unanimously carried, Bogert absent, that Resolution 15179 be adopted, subject to Architectural Advisory Committee and Planning Commission approval of final design. 18. TRACT 19544 - OFF-SITE SEWER COSTS Recommendation: That the Council approve an advance of funds to construct the sewer main extension on Crossley Road from Sunny Dunes south to the main connection at the Fairview 1(137) Development, a distance of approximately 2,750 feet. City Manager stated that if the auto center project is success- ful , the City would more than recover the upi-front costs through additional sales taxes that would be generated. City Attorney stated that adequate security would be verified to cover the developers obligation to repay the City the funds, plus interest, should an auto center not be developed within two years. Resolution 15180, allocating Sewer Fund maximum expenditure of $153,500, and matters relative to reimbursement; and Resolu- tion 15181 , amending the budget to appropriate the $153,500, were presented; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, and unanimously carried, Bogert absent, that Resolu- tions 15180 and 15181 be adopted. 19. EMPLOYEE GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE Assistant City Manager reported the MOU has been signed with the police unit, relative to withdrawal of the police safety unit employees from the City' s health insurance plans, and recommended approval of the MOU, rescinding Resolution 15139, (96 & and adopting new resolution relative to agreements for group 110) health insurance programs, LTD and short-term disability, and City contribution rates on behalf of the its employees for the 1984-85 fiscal year. Resolutions 15182 and 15183, approving MOLT and other actions, respectively, as recommended, were presented; after which, it was moved by Smith, seconded by Foster, and unanimously carried, Bogert absent, that Resolutions 15182 and 15183 be adopted. Council Minutes 7-18-84 Page 5 REPORTS & REQUESTS: 20. CITY COUNCIL reports or requests a) Desert Fashion Plaza Expansion: As a result of discussion, staff was directed to continue addressing the problem of providing temporary parking downtown during the construc- tion phase; and to try to have the construction wall set back several feet, hopefully to provide for pedestrian movement, and to be setback in any event to extend less into the street. 21 . PUBLIC reports or requests - None 22. STAFF reports or requests a) City Manager recommended that the Council return to its normal schedule for beginning study sessions at 3 p.m. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business at 8:15 p.m. , Mayor pro tem declared the meeting adjourned to Tuesday, July 24, 1984, at 3 p.m. , in the Large Conference Room, City Hall . lJUDITH SUMICH City Clerk