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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
NOVEMBER 18, 1992
A Regular Meeting of the City Council , of the City of Palm Springs,
California, was called to order by Mayor Maryanov in the Council
Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on Wednesday, November 18, 1992
at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Lyons, Reller-Spurgin,
Schlendorf, and Mayor Maryanov
Absent: None
The meeting was opened with the salute to the Flag and an invocation
by Dr. David Jenkins, Community Church of Palm Springs
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance
with Council procedures on November 13, 1992.
PRESENTATIONS:
a) Presentation of Amateur Softball Association National
Tournament Award of Excellence - Recipient: Vicki
Oltean, Parks, Recreation & Golf Course Department.
b) Presentation: P.S. High School Student Body Monthly
Report given by Angie Leon, President of the Associated
Student Body.
c) Sandy Spivak on behalf of the Village Center for the
Arts presented tickets to the Councilmembers for the
Center's 20th Anniversary production of The Nutcracker,
which is celebrating its 100th worldwide anniversary.
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, HOUSING AUTHORITY, FINANCING
AUTHORITY, AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: No Business
1. PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT - 2580 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY
Consideration of appeal filed by Michel Meshkat, Palm
Towers Apartments, from posting of a public nuisance notice
concerning carob trees nearest the intersection of Tahquitz
Canyon way and Farrell Drive affecting intersection and
traffic signal visibility. (Mr. Meshkat requested a
continuance to early December).
Code Enforcement Officer Hudak reported that the property
is in receivership; that the receiver is in agreement (057-
that the trees are causing a problem, and need to be 001)
removed, and has requested that the nuisance be abated,
and the property billed; that Mr. Meshkat lost control
of the property, and the receiver is in full control of
it.
City Attorney stated that the Council is free 'to disregard
Mr. Meshkat's request, hold the hearing, and establish
the lien.
Mayor declared the hearing opened; there were no
appearances, and the hearing was closed.
It. was moved by Schlendorf, seconded by Lyons, and
unanimously carried, that the trees be removed, the nuisance
abated, and a lien established.
Council Minutes
11-18-92 Page 2
2. TENTATIVE TRACT IMP (l[TM) 27388 - COACHELLA 'VALLEY HOUSING
COALITION
Staff Recommendation: That the Council continue and extend
TTM 27388, amended, for a period of 90 days in order for
staff to evaluate the proposed project based on the proposed
Housing Policy Statement.
City Manager recommended that this matter be continued.
Director of Planning & Zoning reported that the
recommendation is to continue it for another 90 days,
in order to work out housing policy issues. He stated
that this matter has been on prior agendas; that the intent
is to develop a self-help housing project; that the staff
is currently reviewing the overall housing strategy, and
will be looking to see if this project still fits into
that plan; that the Commission recommended approval of (137-
the land use for the tentative map, and that the continuance 084)
will address housing policies and financing for the project.
Councilmember Schlendorf questioned why an extension is
recommended, noting that the first occasion was based
on the developer not having completed appropriate paperwork;
and the second related to statement that the housing policy
and approval of the map would be one more step toward
approval of the project; and that she questioned why,
if the property is the City's, that approval of the
tentative map was tantamount to approval of the project.
City Attorney stated that approval of the map would create
lots that would facilitate the proposed project on the
property; that the developer has asked for financial
assistance, and if the project is not feasible, it may
not be desirable to have the property divided in such
a manner; that a draft agreement was submitted to the
developer, but never executed, nor does it meet the
financial assistance now being requested; and that approval
of the map does not impose a legal obligation to approve
the project. He stated that the hearing may be opened,
and continued to a date certain, otherwise notice is
required.
In answer to question by Council , Director of Planning
& Zoning stated that another map was approved for the
overall site for future phases, which included this site;
that he has not been directly involved with the CVHC,
and that the tentative map could be approved, but he
preferred the opportunity to discuss the matter with the
Director of Economic Development, and if desired, a period
shorter than 90 days could be approved. He added that
a re-notice would take about 30 days.
Councilmember Lyons noted that the developer originally
did not ask for funding; that the amount is now $600,000;
that once the housing plan is in place and the housing
needs are known, the Council will have a better idea as
to what will produce the most for the money spent.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that she did not feel
there had been a full reporting of the matter, and the
map should have been processed by now.
Mayor declared the hearing opened; there were no
appearances.
It was moved by Lyons, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and
unanimously carried, that the hearing be continued to
December 16, 1992.
Council Minutes
11-18-92 Page 3
PUBLIC COPMENTS:
a) Comments re Item 9:
The following persons spoke in opposition to the alarm
ordinance, on the basis that persons who own an alarm
should not be charged is they do not have false alarms;
that only false alarm offenders should be charged
for such offenses; that additional disclosures will
be placed on realtors to inform new buyers; that 95%
of the alarms are false alarms; that it is difficult
to sell homes now, and another fee and inspection
is not needed; that alarm standards change, which
may result in existing alarms needing to be upgraded,
or disconnected; questioned whether inspection would
trigger other code enforcement; that there should
be a one time registration fee; that immediate burden
will fall on sellers in escrow, who may have to upgrade (103-
systems that buyers would otherwise have been satisfied 001)
with, if the permit situation had not been disclosed;
that existing ordinance is not enforced, and questioned
how the new ordinance will be administered; and that
the liability should not be placed on realtors:
Rod Dow, President of the Board of Realtors.
Robert Fey, 458 S. Palm Canyon.
Scott Lyle, Vice-President, Board of Realtors.
Myra Goldwater, Realtor.
Jeanie Mockridge, Prudential California Realty.
Madeline Brechlin, Realtor.
Manny Segal , Palm Springs, expressed similar comments,
and stated that no one should pay a fine for any
offense.
Fred Ebeling, Palm Springs, suggested that the burden
be placed on the alarm companies who install the
systems, and place penalty on people causing the
problem.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
3. ALLOCATED POSITIONS & COMPENSATION PLANS, 92-93 AMENDMENT NO. 1
Staff Recommendation: That the Council amend the Allocated
Position & Compensation Plans for 1992-93, effective
December 31, 1992, to change Water Pollution Control
Manager, MX25 to Water Environmental Manager, MX23; and
title of Water Pollution Control Supervisor to Water
Environmental Supervisor; and adjust the salary range
of the City Engineer from MX30 to MX 32. Changes are
a reorganization upon the retirement of the incumbent
Water Pollution Control Manager, and will save the General
Fund in excess of $90,000. (061-
013)
City Manager reported that the resolution will be revised
to eliminate the salary range adjustment for the City
Engineer, as a result of review with the Public Works
Director and the City Engineer, both of whom recognize
the city's current economic situation.
Resolution 17987 revised as recommended to delete salary
range adjustment for City Engineer, was presented; after
which, it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Schlendorf,
and unanimously carried, that R17987 be adopted.
Council Minutes
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4. P.S. DISPOSAL SERVICES -- RATE INCREASE & BOND AMENDMENT
On November 4, 1,992, the Council continued to this date
the consideration of staff recommendation that the Council
approve a 3.8% rate increase effective January 1, 1993,
excluding County dump fee rate and single-family dwelling
unit rates; and amendment to Agreement 3082 to provide
a 30-day cancellation notice for an unconditional
performance bond. The continuation was requested pending
clarification of how 3% and 3.8% would affect: rates.
Director of Finance reported that the increase would apply
to commercial rates, and does not affect dump fees; and
that the Council can approve from 0-3.8%.
Bob Kuznik, P.S. Disposal , stated that previously rates
were adjusted annually on October 1, last occasion in
1991; that such increases were based on the CPI , including
a reduction in rates in 1986; that a variety of elements
affect the rates, including new services imposed by AB939;
that the timing for the increase appears awkward, however,
the new contract package included and recognized changes
in the cost of doing business, and allows for the increase;
that the increase meets the letter, intent and spirit
of the agreement; that it does not recover cost of
negotiating the agreement, which are separate costs; that
a 30-day notice is required for its customers, and asked
that a decision be made this date. He also commented (
on recycling and collection of materials, and changes148-
n 148-
that will result in reduced service from twice weekly 001)
to once weekly, with allowance for increased volume of
household waste in recognition of the less frequent pickup;
that when a permitted compost -Facility -is established,
the changes in residential collection are to be implemented,
creating one pickup per week for household, and one for
yard waste; that Palm Springs is the only community
receiving twice weekly, backyard pickup service.
In answer to questions by Council , Mr. Kuznik stated that
a new fleet was part of the original negotiations, not
required by State mandate, and fell out in the final
package; that 40% of the waste stream -is yard waste,
however, he did not know what percentage of residents
have gardeners who may haul their debris; that there are
two preprocessing sites which most gardeners are using
to dispose of the waste.
It was the consensus of the Council that the issue of
yard waste and weekly service needs to be placed on a
future agenda for study and discussion.
Councilmember Lyons stated that it is bothersome that
the contract just went into effect, and a request at a
later date for an increase might have been more palatable;
that the contract might have been negotiated differently,
however, it allows for the company to come for an increase
in October, and he favored a compromise position
to allow the 3% that the contract provided would have
been automatic without the specific request; and that
he did not favor punishing the company just because it
raised the issue and asked for .8% more than the 3%.
Councilmember Reller-Spurgin pointed out that the new
contract provided that the company could come before the
Council and ask for an increase to be effective January
1, 1993.
Council Minutes
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4. P.S. DISPOSAL (Continued)
Mayor added that the automatic increase would be equal
to the CPI, but not to exceed 3%, or the company would
waive its right for the automatic increase if it asked
for more than the CPI.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that the contract provided
that conditions would have to be met if the request for
the increase exceeded the CPI; that when the company asked
for the 3.8%, the Council needed to look at the conditions,
and she did not feel they have been met; and that the
company's financial problems can stem from things that
should have been expected as a result of contract
negotiation.
Mayor stated that the commercial rates are eighth from
the bottom compared to other cities, yet the highest for
residential which includes a higher level of service,
i .e. , backyard pickup, and that perhaps it should be looked
at as to whether that is desired and whether people are
willing to pay for it; and that he is willing to approve
the commercial rate increase for not more than the contract
amount of 3%.
Councilmember Hodges noted that the chart provided needs
to be revised to reflect the true rate, in that the rates
shown were net of franchise fees.
Motion by Hodges, seconded by Schlendorf, to deny any
rate increase at this time, and to approve only the
performance bond adjustment, failed to carry by the
following vote:
AYES: Hodges & Schlendorf
NOES: Lyons, Reller-Spurgin & Maryanov
ABSENT: None
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that the contract is set
up that up to 3% is automatic, and that the company would
not have to come before the Council , taking up staff and
Council time, and she felt it was a lot of time and energy
spent for .8%, and the company should not consider the
motion as one of punishment for bringing up the issue,
rather that it use good sense.
Resolution 17988, granting a 3% increase and approving
the performance bond adjustment, was presented; after
which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Lyons,
and carried by the following vote, that R17988 be adopted:
AYES: Lyons, Reller-Spurgin, and Maryanov
NOES: Hodges and Schlendorf
ABSENT: None
5. TRACT 17043 - EXTENSION OF SECURITY IMPROVEMENT
On November 4, 1992, the Council continued to this date
consideration of staff recommendation that the Council
approve an amendment to the Subdivision Improvement
Agreement with Palm Hills Land Corp. , concerning Tract
17043, and approve substitution of improvement securities (137-
therefore. Staff recommends approval since the project 015)
continues to be consistent with the General Plan policies
and goals; that it will allow continuation of the City's
evaluation of the area and future negotiation with the
developer; and that securities for the agreement will
not otherwise exist if the substitution is not approved.
City Manager recommended this matter be continued to
December 2.
council Minutes
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5. TRACT 17043 (Continued)
It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Schlendorf,
and unanimously carried, that this matter be continued
to December 2, 1992.
6. EQUESTRIAN CENTER - PROPOSED RELOCATION
Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve a contract
with CYP, Inc. , Architecture & Planning, for consultant
services, including design, environmental assessment and
relocation of the Equestrian Center from its present site
to a new location in Section 35, for an amount not, to
exceed $108,000; relocation of the facility is necessary
due to the expansion of the Palm Springs Golf Course -
A3168.
Director of Parks, Recreation & Golf Course reported that
the RFP process was completed, and reviewed at the study
session, and as a result of that discussion, the proposed
minute order was revised to provide an approval of not
to exceed $123,701), in order to avoid any future change
orders and to clarify reimbursable charges at a maximum
of $11,000, with qualifier that all reimbursable charges
must first be preapproved by City staff before incurred;
and that the contract includes $4,200 to master (plan
adjoining 280 acres. In answer to questions by Council ,
he stated that a site was investigated on Mesquite Avenue (109-
as to possible site plan; and that the contractor will 007
use both local subcontractors and minority business
enterprises wherever possible.
In answer to question by Councilmember Reller•-Spurgin,
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that she served on a
subcomittee to review the Requests for Proposals, and
felt the recommended provider to be an excellent choice.
Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that she was comfortable
with Councilmember Schlendorf's recommendation.
Mayor noted that 'the RFP process on the operations should
proceed, in that it is advantageous to have the operator
identified, to be able to work with the planning process.
Minute Order 5109 approving contract not to exceed $123,700,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Schlendorf,
seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously carried, that
M05109 be adopted.
Councilmember Hodges stated that the contracts should
be all inclusive, and the City should not have to pay
for a provider cost of normal business expense, e.g. ,
FAX, travel , and that if necessary the Council should
direct that efforts be made through the League of California
Cities to seek legislation in that regard.
Other members concurred, and Mayor asked that this matter
be scheduled for a study session agenda.
7. P.S. HIGH SCHOOL - SECURITY OFFICER
On November 4, 1992, the Council continued to this date
consideration of recommendation to approve agreement with (126-
the School District to provide a full-time police officer 005)
on the High School campus for the 1992-93 school year
- A3169.
0439
Council Minutes
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7. PSHS (Continued)
City Manager reported that the ' District's counsel has
agreed with proposed changes recommended by the City
Attorney concerning liability, and he recommended approval
subject to final draft in form acceptable to City Attorney.
Minute Order 5110 as recommended, was presented; after
which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by
Schlendorf, and unanimously carried, that MO 5110 be
adopted, with final language of agreement approved by
City Attorney.
8. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
At the November 10, 1992 study session, the Mayor requested
ordinance be prepared to amend the Municipal Code to provide
staggered terms of initial members appointed to the Human
Rights Commission, i.e. , two members for 5 years, two
members for 2 years, two members for 3 years, and three
members for 4 years; members appointed to serve two years
or less will be eligible for reappointment.
City Clerk reported that as a result of discussion at
the study session, the ordinance was revised to provide
that two members would serve terms ending in 1997 rather
than in 1993, thereby allowing for an automatic full term
for said members; that all terms would be drawn by lot (060-
at the first meeting; and succeeding members would be 027)
appointed for full terms, i .e. , two in each 1994, 1995,
and 1997, and three in and 1996.
City Clerk read title of the Ordinance, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SECTION 2.45.030 (b) OF THE PALM SPRINGS
MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING TERMS AND VACANCIES ON THE
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION.
It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Schlendorf,
and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived,
and that the Ordinance as revised be introduced for first
reading
9. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - ALARM ORDINANCE
On November 4, 1992, the Council continued to this date
the consideration of second reading of Ordinance introduced
on October 21, 1992, which would establish annual alarm
permit fees, inspections, and procedures for regulating
false alarms, and enabling establishing fees for false
alarm responses. Staff recommends revising fees to reduce (103-
annual permit, and adjust other fees. 001)
Chief of Police reviewed the provisions of the ordinance,
and added that recent changes in State law prohibit a
department from not responding simply because there is
no alarm for the permit, and the ordinance provides that
there will be a fee for response to a non-permitted alarm
site; that 95% of the calls for response to alarms, are
for false alarms; that 20% of the calls in a recent survey
were to alarms; that the ordinance provides a revenue
source, saving the cost equal to five police officers,
provides an annual permit process to keep information
on alarm site and owners current.
Council Minutes
11-18-92 Page 8
9. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT (Contined)
Mayor stated that the revenue raised would be about $2.09
per month per alarm; that he would like more information
regarding the alarm inspection.
Police Chief stated that a home buyer may request, an
inspection of anything; that the Police Department does
not have the expertise to make alarm inspection, nor was
it the intent to do so; that the inspection provision
was intended to apply to an incident where there may be
a major problem with the system, and the department would
only inspect the premises with an expert; who knew the
alarm business, and not to inspect all alarms; that the
provision can be struck if desired; that the UL approved
standards is more for the homeowners information, and
provides a standard they can use, but is not critical
to the ordinance; and that is was intended to assist the
homeowner.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that it appears to be
a problem for the realtors to have to know if an alarm
is UL approved, and in some cases, there is no indication
or way of determining it.
Mayor stated that the two issues are; a revenue raising
action; and clarifying the realtors concerns such as a
onetime fee versus an annual permit; that he did not believe
the $25 permit would stop a house from being sold; that (103-
he understood the concerns about the fee, per se; that 001)
there are questions about the UL approved provisions,
about automatic shutoffs, and other issues, which indicate
that perhaps there should be further review.
Councilmember Reller agreed, and added that a segment
of the community is being pinpointed, and although the
alarm response is a demand for service, and the City needs
to generate revenue, she would like to see it as part
of an overall comprehensive package of revenue sources.
Councilmember Lyons stated that -it is not a tax, rather
a user fee for a service; that he has always received
quick response; that it is not an alarm company problem,
rather there are still calls made to alarm companies
out-of-state; that: he preferred a onetime registration
and a nominal fee for updatinginformation on an annual
basis, with higher than proposed fees for false alarms;
that he felt it would encourage people to use local alarm
companies, because it is often not a bad alarm, rather
negligence; and that if police are cut, it would defeat
the purpose of having alarms.
In answer to question by Police Chief, Councilmember
Reller-Spurgin stated that she agreed with Councilmember
Lyons to increase the false alarm fees, rather than an
annual permit, and clarified that the alarm companies
will secure the information for registration from their
clients; Councilmember Schlendorf stated that she liked
the registration fee, but not an annuall permit, and
preferred increasing the false alarm fee; and Councilmember
Hodges stated that she was not opposed to the annual permit,
which updates file information and there is a cost for
doing that, and it is important to know who the owners
and the companies are for every type of emergency, and
is part of the cost of doing business, and it will be
more than $5, and she agreed with many of the other changes
suggested.
Council Minutes
11-18-92 Page 9
9. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT (Continued)
It was the consensus of the Council to delay this matter
to allow further review, and input from the realtors,
and to include in the review adding "any electronic device"
to the definition, exploring the UL standards, and possible
deletion of second and last sentences of Section 5.02.060,
and any rules or regulation changes be subject to Council
discussion and approval , as well as the matters as above
expressed. Mr. Dow offered his services to address realtors
issues.
It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Lyons, and
unanimously carried, that this matter be continued to
December 16, 1992, in order to permit the additional review,
and possible revisions, as discussed.
10. BILLBOARD ADVERTISING SERVICES ON INTERSTATE 10
Staff recommendation: That the Council accept proposal
from Desert Outdoor Advertising, Inc. , for billboard
advertising services on I-10, at $12,000 per year, as
a cost-effective method of attracting travellers to the
Visitor Information Center and to the City; and authorize
the City Manager to negotiate and execute final contract
terms and conditions - A3170. City Manager highlighted
the memorandum of the Purchasing & Tourism Managers.
Minute Order 5111 as recommended was presented; after (050-
which, it was moved by Schlendorf, seconded by Hodges, 001)
and unanimously carried, that MO 5111 be adopted,
Councilmember Lyons requested that whenever staff
recommendations contend that a proposal is "cost effective,"
the report should contain statistical analysis to
demonstrate that. lie stated that he was not aware of
any survey taken at the Visitor Information Center to
demonstrate that the billboard is a cost effective way
of attracting tourists to the Center; that he thinks people
will turn off onto Highway I11 anyway, and shortly
thereafter there is a smaller sign which gives the same
information; and that he would like to see such a survey
taken.
11. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None
CONSENT AGENDA:
12. Res 17989 amending the Comprehensive Fee Schedule to add a
crackfilling fee of 45Q per lineal foot of trench cut in (114-
existing paved streets, in order to cover future additional 008)
pavement maintenance cost resulting from such trenching.
13. Res 17990 amending the Comprehensive Fee Schedule to amend
Footnote 6 to provide that the City Manager may delegate his (114-
authority to waive animal/placement fees under special 008)
circumstances where the public's best interest is served;
in order to expedite minor decisions related to animal control .
14. Res 17991 approving a second 12-month time extension for
Tentative Parcel Map 23130, a 4 parcel subdivision, for property (119-
on the NW and SW corners of Tram Way and North Palm Canyon 001)
Drive, Section 3, since the project remains consistent with
the General Plan and Zoning 'Ordinance.
15. MO 5112 awarding purchase, delivery, installation, testing (051-
and training of a trash compactor and five 2-cubic yard 015)
trainable containers at an Airport selected location, from
Consolidated Equipment Corporation, low bidder, for $24,010.31.
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16. MO 5113 approving a subrecipient agreement with Desert (085-
Transition House for $3,200, to provide transitional housing 001)
for homeless families; required pursuant to 92-93 Community
Development Block Grant funding for the project - A3171.
17. Res 17992 and 17993 approving Claims & Demands and Payroll
Warrants. (Note: City Manager responded to questions raised (086)
regarding purpose of a number of warrants, which are a matter
of record, and on file with the Director Finance. )
18. Motion concurring in CRA action of November 10, 1992, re (124)
Gerdardt property. (CRA R872)
It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Lyons, and
unanimously carried, that R17989 through 1.7993, MO 5112
and 5113, and motion in Item 18 be adopted.
ADDED STARTERS: None
REPORTS & REQUESTS:
19. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - Received & Ordered Filed
a) Wastewater Treatment Plant - 1992 (127)
20. CITY COUNCIL reports or, requests
a) COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS:
Human Rights Commission. (Note: This matter was
accomplished as a part of Item 8, and is reflected
here for record purposes) .
It was moved by Schlendorf, seconded by Lyons, and
unanimously carried, that the Mayor's appointment (060-
of the following persons be approved: 027)
Nancy Blee, Susan Cote, Ed Dietrich, Susan Kiskus,
Herb Lazenby, Joe Minshoff, Ron Odein, Earl Price,
and Victor Reyes (Note: Members will draw terms
by lot at the first meeting of the Commission).
b) Mosquito Abatement District: Mayor reported that (060-
John Turlo has agreed to continue serving on the Board, 013)
until he is replaced (Note: term expires in 1994).
c) Mayor and Councilmembers responded to earlier comments
regarding the Council 's sensitivity to minority groups,
and commissioner qualifications, i .e. , noting that
Mike Helm, recent appointee to the Planning Commission
is of Indian ancestory; Councilmember Reller-Spurgin
stated that she, too, has Indian ancestors, and Mayor
stated that Ms. Marantz, appointee to the Planning
Commission has served as President of the Kiwanis,
a member of the Parks & Recreation Commission, and
provided City service and leadership; Councilmember
Schlendorf added that she knows of Ms. Marantz's good
reputation, and feels that woman's view has been very
beneficial to the Planning Commission;, and the City
has been fortunate to have females serve on it.
Council Minutes
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d) Mayor pointed out that there will be an opening on
the LAFCO Board, and that Councilmember Benson of
Palm Desert is interested in serving. Council concurred (123-
that she should be supported, and Councilmember 008)
Schlendorf will be attending the meeting en Temecula
on December 5, and will endorse her. It was pointed
out that the Council will be holding a goal-setting
workshop on that date, and City Manager was asked
to determine if the City could vote by proxy.
e) Mayor also pointed out that there is an opening for
alternate to the Riverside County Transportation Board, (123-
and that Sybil Jaffey of Rancho Mirage is interested. 001)
Concurrence expressed that she would be a good
selection.
f) Mayor noted that the joint meeting with the Historic
Site Preservation Board has been cancelled, and will
be rescheduled; and that joint meetings will be held
on the off-Wednesdays at 5 p.m.
STAFF reports or requests - None
PUBLIC reports or requests - None
a) Robert Fey and Madeline Brechlin thanked the Council
for delaying the Alarm ordinance decision.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned to Tuesday, November 24, 1992, at 3 p.m. .
% JUDITH SUMICH
City Clerk