HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 - MINUTES - 5/5/1993 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
MAY 5, 1993
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, was called to order by Mayor
Maryanov, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon on'Wednesday, May 5, 1993 at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Lyons, Reller-Spugc in, Schlendorf and Mayor
Maryanov
Absent: None
The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag and an invocation by Rev. Jack Morrow, Desert
Chapel.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with
Council procedures on April 30, 1993.
PRESENTATION: Proclamation: Mayor presented proclamation for National]Historic Preservation Week
to Richard Patenaude, Assistant Planning Director on behalf of the Historic: Site Preservation Board.
Mayor also recognized Cinco de Mayo, and joined in appreciating its celebration by the. Hispanic
community.
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 HEARINGS:
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1. HSPB 29 -WEINGER BUILDING
Recommendation: That the Council consider designating the Weinger Building, 48:3 N. Palm
Canyon, as a Class 1 historic site„ due to its import to the City's heritaigo; such designation would
further the goals of the General Plan and the intent of the historic preservation ordinance.
Assistant Planning Director reviewed the memorandum of the Director of Planning&Zoning,and
reported that the building has been a part of the economic growth of the community, and the (076
Weinger's have taken very good care of it, and are in agreement with the designation. 001
Mayor declared the hearing opened; there were no appearances, and the hearing was closed.
Resolution 18085 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin,
seconded by Hodges, unanimously carried, that R18085 be adopted.
2. PD 224 - SHADOWROCK RESORT
Planning Commission Recommendation: That the Council consider a planned development
district, in-lieu of a change of zone, and certification of the final EIR, and adopting statements of (116
facts and findings, overriding considerations, and mitigation monitoring program, for the 089
Shadowrock Resort, proposed to be located in the Chino Canyon; consisting of an 18-hole
championship golf course,a spa fitness/tennis facility, 135 single-family and luxury estate homes,
and a 270-unit lodge facility of 60-hotel units, 10 luxury bungalows, and 200 luxury
condominiums; and contains two alternative development scenarios.
Director of Planning&Zoning reviewed details of his memorandum, noting the baseline project,
and that a condition of approval for the single-family alternate scenario in-lieu of the resort hotel
component, would be allowed only after a fiscal report was prepared and looked at by the Council
-the effort being to obtain the highest and best use of the property with an emphasis on itax returns
to the City; that condition No. 53 of the Monitoring program was revised and provided at the
meeting; and that the project was recommended for approval by the Commission by a 6-0-1 vote.
He displayed various plans and photos, indicating the various development sites, golf course
configuration, and amenities, noting that Tram Way Road would be upgraded to a 45 mph zone
design; that the application includes, with the approval of the Indian landowner, a site having a
potential future leasehold; that the oasis would be fenced and the setback from the riparian area
is 100 feet;that all weather crossings would be provided over the watercourse,and only one storm
drain improvement would be made in the watercourse; that phasing would be: 1) the golf course,
2) the residential combinations; and 3) the resort; that regarding the Big Hom Sheep, the project
biologist did not find evidence of the sheep, although Fish &Game did find them in three areas
outside of the project area; that the biologist thinks it would be unusual to find them on the site
and the development would not impact the sheep. He stated that mitigation measures have been
provided and will not make the project infeasible, rather are reasonable and acceptable and
necessary if the site is going to be developed. He stated that the Mt. San Jacinto Winter Park
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2. PD 224 (Continued)
Authority expressed some concern about the roadway, maintenance, and management of the site,
and noted that a management agreement will be required, and he thought the authority was
comfortable with the condition. He stated that the Fish & Game summary is provided in his
report, and there was a one hour meeting with Fish &Game and the Planning Commission.
In answer to question by Council, Director reported that the"developer, Mark Bragg, offered to
Parks, Open Space&Trails Foundation, in perpetuity, all of the hillside on the south side of the
project, not included in the project, as well as 500 plus acres of hillside on the north side of the
wash; and that same was not a condition of approval. He noted that P.O.S.T. usually, in-turn,
dedicates the property for open space to the City.
Mayor declared the hearing opened.
Mark Bragg, developer, commented that he and his partners, as well as the biologist were
available for questions.
Steve Hoffman, President of the Chamber of Commerce, spoke on behan of the Chamber in
support of the project, adding that it will add business, jobs, and enhance the image of Palm
Springs.
City Manager noted that Mr.Bragg spoke with him concerning the possibility of minority business
enterprises, which he supports.
In answer to questions by Council, Jim Cornet, Biologist, stated that a lambing area is about 1/2
miles from the site on the south ridge facing north(in the area proposed to be dedicated for open
space)although he has not confirmed it that if all mitigation measures are followed, he believes
there will not be any significant impact on the sheep as a result of the project; that 1986 studies
did not reveal sheep on the site, and there are no tracks, bones, droppings or anything else to
evidence the sheep within 100 yards of the site; that it is possible the sheep may have traversed
the site, but he has not observed that in recent times; that the site is not used for forage, shelter
or water by the sheep; and that it is conceivable, once it is developed, the sheep may be attracted
to the site.
Director of Planning&Zoning stated that the project is designed to keep the sheep out of the site
area, and wildlife mammals and residential development do not mix.
There were no further appearances, and the hearing was closed.
Councilmember Roller-Spurgin stated that positive accomplishments are achieved through
compromise, and this project epitomizes that concept; that efforts have been undertaken to
accommodate the concerns of all parties; and she considered it to be the most exciting project in
the community.
Compliments on the work of the commission and diligence of the developer were extended.
Resolution 18086 approving certification of the final EIR, and adopting statements of facts and
findings, overriding considerations, and 18087 approving a planned development district, in-lieu
of a change of zone, and the mitigation monitoring program, as recommended, were presented;
after which, it was moved by Lyons, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously carried, that
R18086 be adopted; and it was moved by Schlendorf, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and
unanimously carried, that R18087 be adopted.
After the vote, Mr. Bragg commended the staff for its professionalism in de<lling with the project
over the past 18 months; and, in particular, thanked Planner Deborah Goodwin for her work in
processing the project.
Mayor noted that the project does not require or include any city financia➢ subsidies.
3. TRACT 27633 - TENTATIVE MAP (EHRLICH)
Planning Commission Recommendation: That the Council approve a tentative tract map to convert
134-unit, apartment complex to condominiums at 2801 Avery Drive, R-3, Sec. 24. (137-
090)
Director of Planning&Zoning reviewed his memorandum, stating that the tenants were provided
notice and a copy of the report for the conversion plan; that the Commission held three public
hearings, and one issue raised was short term rentals and a neighborhood concern regarding
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3. TM 27633 (Continued)
transients, for which the applicant agreed to a condition to prohibit rentals of 30 days oir less; that
when the complex was first approved in 1985, undergrounding of utilities were required, or a
covenant to agree to participate in an assessment district or other financial means to achieve it;
and that in approving the tentative map, the Commission imposed a condition to require joining
an assessment district to achieve the undergrounding within two years., and if that did not occur,
then the developer would not be required to complete the installation by himse➢f. He displayed
maps showing the site, and relationship of utility lines to the property line. In answer to questions
by Council, he stated that the real estate disclosure laws would require notice to potential
purchasers of the possible assessment; that, hopefully, the proposed district would be before the
Council very soon, and would contain a larger area, and the costs could be passed through to the
ultimate buyer; that the estimates are reasonable, several thousand dollars per parcel; that if a bond
or security were posted to ensure the improvement, the cost would not be passed to the purchasers
except in whatever the selling price might be.
Director of Public Works stated that if the assessment district does not happen within two years,
under the Commission's recommendation, there would be no ability to require the, property
owner's participation; and that the original project would not have been allowed if the owner had
not agreed to the undergrounding condition.
City Attorney and Director of Planning&Zoning each clarified that the Commission's condition
was worded in a manner that relieves the obligation for the undergrounding if it is not done by
the end of two years.
Mayor declared the hearing opened.
Richard Ehrlich,applicant, stated that he has owned the property since 1975,and the property line
has been the same ever since that time; that condition in 1985 required undergrounding of lines
as required by the subdivision ordinance,which he read as "abutting, transecting, or crossing"the
property; that the utility lines are 60-ft westerly and 8 It: easterly of his property line, and do not
abut, transect or cross his property at all; that the lines are 33,000w serving only Southern
California Edison and do not serve his property or any of the immediate residential area, which
is a further limitation under the subdivision ordinance; that the proposal in 19:35 was to
underground all lines in the area, and the current proposal only relates to about 2,000 lineal feet,
for a cost in excess of$1 million,but the overhead lines from Escoba to Deep Well is about 7,000
lineal feet and would cost multi-millions of dollars, and he questioned whether there was enough
benefit to justify the community paying that much for it. He showed,photographs which he felt
demonstrated that nothing would be served except visual improvement for people driving on the
street, since those surrounding properties that would pay the cost to underground cannot see the
overhead lines; that an "exaction" from a developer must serve to recover or mitigate a burden
being placed on the community by the development, and he described court cases which found
certain development conditions to be illegal "exactions". In answer to question by Council, he
stated that his property is served by lines on Avery Drive, which were supposed to have been
underground, but rejected by litigation in Sheldon Appel vs. the City of Palm Springs.
In answer to question by Council, Director of Planning&Zoning stated that 34,000kv or less are
typically paid for by the development and SCE does not participate in the costs, although it may
assist with engineering; and that there are questions which need to be Explored, and perhaps there
could be funds contributed towards a larger assessment area.
Lee Vinocour asked about environmental considerations,i.e., emissions from electrical lines, and
the protection against those if the lines are undergrounded.
Director of Planning & Zoning reported that the engineering has not yet been done, and health
impacts were addressed in the General Plan EIR,wherein the larger transmission corridors are of
concern; and the smaller residential area is unknown and arguable as to health hazard.
There were no appearances, and the hearing was closed.
In answer to question by Council, Mr. Ehrlich stated that he was not Linder a time constraint, and
was agreeable to a continuance of the decision to June 16.
It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Lyons, and unanimously carried, that action be
continued to June 16, 1993.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a) The following persons spoke in matters not related to an Agenda ]teem:
Tony Aguilar, 1975 Mark Leslie, stated he resented comments by the Mayor made as a
result of comments made by Mr. Aguilar at previous Council meeting, and expressed his
opinion of the Mayor; that the Greater Palm Springs Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has
extended invitations to local mayor and Councilmembers, and only Councilmember
Reller-Spurgin and Schlendorf have responded from Palm Springs; that he considered the
Mayor's comments regarding Cinco de Mayo as meaningless; and that he has worked
hard to bring revenue, and excitement to Palm Springs, and to involve the 22% of the
community represented by Hispanics,and suggested that the Mayor begin recognizing this
contingency of the community.
Todd Boysen, P.S. JayCees, stated that the carnival during Spring Festival was very
successful, and he presented a check for$6,833.84, to repay the JayCees' debt; that the
P.S. Angels will include the fireworks display as part of activities/game that day; and
along with fundraising and the carnival next year, if they are permitted to do so, should
produce reserves sufficient to cover 3/4 of the needed budget for the next year.
Dan Jones, Palm Springs, expressed his view about the Mayor's comments reported in
the local newspaper, following an alcohol related incident involving Councilmember
Lyons, and he did not consider such behavior either as a sad mistake, or tolerable from
community leaders.
Sue Cote questioned why the trees were removed along Louella, which have provided
shade for 15 years. Director of Planning & Zoning stated that the trees have raised the
curbs and sidewalks, creating hazards which need to be corrected, and the owner has
been asked to replace the trees in the lawn area, which eventually should provide better
shade.
George Goldberg, Box 4156, Palm Springs, repeated comments be has previously made
expressing his disapproval of the Mayor.
Fred Ebeling stated that proposal to charge a fee for firefighting on a vacant lot will place
burden on people with fixed incomes, who cannot handle any additional taxes; and he
thanked Councilmember Hodges and Schlendorf for their stand against "State piracy."
Arthur Coffey stated that he was a member of Councilmember Hodges' budget
committee, and commented on employee salary and benefit costs,expressing opinion that
special merit increases are routine and should be approved by a board, and that a hiring
freeze has not worked, in that positions are filled with temporary help; and that there
should be an independent negotiator for meet and confer, because he felt the Assistant
City Manager and Personnel Director would have a conflict of interest because they
would receive the same considerations.
b) The following persons spoke concerning Item 6:
Beth Beeman, representing the California Grocers Association read from a prepared
statement, a copy of which is on file with the City Clerk, and submitted costs associated
with "granny carts" which the stores will agree to sell at cost to customers who need to
walk their groceries home, and offering to work with senior organizations to encourage
the use of them; and asked that the impoundment fee either be greatly reduced or
postponed,which will not serve as an incentive for pickup carts, rather create a headache
for the City to enforce.
Art Zelda, Securidyne Corp, Kart Kontrol, stated that he has invented a shopping cart
that discourages removal from the parking lot of the premises(wheels permanently lock) (103-
and it will be tested at three sites in California in the next 90 days. 001)
Pat Merrick,Thrifty Drug Store, South Palm Canyon, stated concerns about an equitable
geographic enforcement; that it is a matter of people taking property illegally, and the
owner being charged to get it back; that the public needs to be educated, and that a$12
fee for recovery is exorbitant; and that he appreciated staff efforts to resolve concerns as
this matter was being discussed.
Jim Oliver likened the ordinance to the State taking Redevelopment money and the
Agency's reaction; and stated there should be cooperation by apartment managers to keep
the carts off the streets, and lessen their visibility, rather than just fining the retailer.
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Lee Vinocour stated that many people need carts to carry their items to their home; that
be felt local government must become user friendly, and he commended the Council for
its perseverance and patience and supported its efforts.
d) Comments concerning Item 12.
Arthur Coffey spoke concerning the Passenger Facility Charge., stating that he addressed
the Airport Commission, asking that his comments he included in its minutes, and stated
that the charges involve items to be built between 2002 and 211,32, and he was concerned
about items for which an explanation has not been given.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
4. ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT - ATTRACTION BOARDS
Planning Commission Recommendation: That the Council amend the Zoning Text to allow public
and quasi-public institutions, as well as entertainment uses in general, to use attraction boards to
inform the public of on-site events.
Director of Planning&Zoning reviewed his memorandum and stated that the arnendment expands
the definition of allowable activities that maybe requested for an attraction board. In answer to
question by Council, he stated that the content on the board is typically an event or activity,
although the language would not specifically prohibit pricing;and that:if additional regulations are
desired, the overall review of the sign ordinance could include those in a broadened City Attorney
review.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that the ordinance will apply to everyone,and should be adopted ( 103
with that in mind. lD38
Mayor suggested that perhaps the Council could adopt the ordinance„ as proposed, and ask the
Planning Commission to start addressing an amendment to dead with ithe pricing issue.
Councilmember Hodges concurred that it is a good idea, and an important one that needs to be
looked at quickly.
In answer to question by Council,Director of Planning&Zoning stated that the process typically
would take 60-90 days,however, the Commission will be holding a study session the end of May,
and this matter can be addressed, and perhaps moved along more quickly.
City Clerk read title of the Ordinance, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
ZONING ORDINANCE IN REGARD TO ATTRACTION BOARDS FOR PUBLIC AND
QUASI-PUBLIC AND ENTERTAINMENT USES.
It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Lyons,and unanimously carried,that further reading
be waived, and that the Ordinance be introduced for first reading.
5. PUBLIC ART - DESERT HOSPITAL SCULPTURE
Recommendation: That the Council approve agreement with the Desert Hospital for the City to
purchase a sculpture for$89,826.50, to be placed on hospital property at its main entry parkway-
A3225.
Arts Administrator reviewed the memorandum of the Director of Economic Development.
Peter Bergman, representing the Desert Hospital, displayed renderings of the sculpture, ( 117
commented on the project, and where it will be placed; commended the Public Arts Commission 037
and the Council for wisdom and diligence in spending the public arts fee money.
Councilmember Reller-Spurgin questioned how the balance of funds will be covered, adding that
it is equal to the salary of an registered nurse.
Mr. Bergman stated that it may be covered through foundation efforts, possible income,from sales
opportunity associated with reproductions of the art piece. In answer to other questions of
Council, he stated that the piece may not be directly visible from Indian Canyon, but it will have
accessibility and the 700 car garage is near by, as welt as 2,000 spaces on the hospital campus,
and there should not be any problem with people wanting to stop and look at it.
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5. PUBLIC ART (Continued)
Councilmember Lyons stated that the art fee adds costs back to the cost of building, which he
found absurd to ask a developer to increase costs for something that would not otherwise have
been provided.
Minute Order 5179 as recommended,was presented; after which, it was moved by Reiter-Spurgin,
seconded by Lyons, unanimously carried, that MO 5179 be adopted.
6. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - SHOPPING CARTS
On April 21, 1993, the Council considered recommendation to amend ehe Municipal Code
declaring abandoned shopping carts to be public nuisances; authorizing their removal by city
employees; and prohibiting the unauthorized use, possession and removal of shopping carts from
the owner's business premises, in order to deal with the issue of abandoned shopping carts that
create an unattractive and blighted appearance along city rights-of-way, and continued action
pending staff discussions with the grocers association.
City Manager reported that calls were being received weekly complaining about the appearance
of the City with abandoned carts; that for awhile the carts were picked up, and the stores were
asked to collect them on a voluntary basis; that when they vvere collected by the City, the cost was
paid for by the City; and that an incentive was sought to encourage merchants and cart services
to remove them. He stated that the City does not want to pick them up, or collect fees for doing
so;rather, simply that the carts be removed from the streets;and that absent any tool or discussion
to make that happen, compliance is not occurring; that prior to the last meeting, the City stopped
picking up the carts,and the ordinance was presented, to attract the attention of those who should
be picking them up and keeping them off the streets.
In answer to question by Council, City Manager stated that the ordinance would provide that
notice to the store 24 hours prior to pickup, and again 23 hours later, and if not done, the cart
would be impounded by the City and a$12 impound fee per cart charged for its recovery; and that
granny carts are a solution, and the stores would have to move in that direction.
Councilmember Schlendorf reported that the County Senior Advisory Board is a source of funding
to aid seniors in purchasing the carts. She stated that she did not want any city employees
involved in picking up carts, and suggested that the cart recovery service should be called to pick (103-
them up; and that the stores are addressing the issue, and should be allowed to move ahead, 001
without a punitive threat. She also stated that the Council should support the citizens and
businesses, and if they have solved the problem, the Council should be supportive of that, and
punitive system should not be suggested now; and she felt the Council should trust that the
merchants will go forward with the solution.
City Manager stated that a voluntary basis has been tried, and urged that by having a means in
place that should that effort wain, the City staff would have a means of dealing with the situation
quickly; and that he felt it important to recommend those things required to meet the management
objectives of the City, i.e., he had calls on a regular basis about shopping carts being left on city
streets.
Councilmember Hodges stated that she agreed with Councilmember Schlendorf, and did not want
to see city staff involved in a big process or spending big time on it; that there are more important
issues to be addressed; that the merchants have made a lot of progress in the last two weeks; that
she complimented staff in working with the store manager in coming up with a solution, and
suggested that it be tried, and if does not work, there is an ordinance drafted that can be brought
back to the Council. She stated that if the impounding and recovery is enforced, the violation of
removing property without consent, should also be enforced, regardless of who removes it,
because it is still stealing property, and she died not want to spend time having to enforce it either.
Mayor stated that the stealing issue is a smoke screen; because prevention is possible, and the
stores are not authorizing abandonment of the carts. He asked the City Manager to provide a
report to the Council if there is again a proliferation of carts on the streci&
Councilmember Reller-Spurgin opposed any involvement in either city employees picking-up carts
or monitoring recovery for 23 hours.
No action taken, consensus: merchants to police it.
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7. ANNEXATION TO COUNTY SERVICE AREA (CSA) 152
Recommendation: That the Council request LAFCO to initiate proceedings to annex the City of
Palm Springs,in its entirety,into the Riverside County Service Area 152, commencing with fiscal
year 1994-95. (Note: CSA is a benefit assessment district whose fundis can only he used for the
NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination) Program, a Federally inandated program (.123-
relating to non-point sources of water pollution.) 016
City Manager reported that the City could face$10,000 per day fines 1For not having an NPDES
Best Management Plan, and annexation to CSA 152 will address that issue. In answer to question
by Council, Director of Public Works reported that each city jurisdiction is responsible; and
regionalizing serves to coordinate: the process in the Valley.
Councilmember Hodges read a portion of the staff report, and noted that it is another example of
imposing costs on local government.
Resolution 18088 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin,
seconded by Lyons, unanimously carried, that R18088 be adopted.
8. FLOOD REPAIRS - GOLF COURSE FAIRWAYS
Recommendation: That the Council ratify actions and authorize increasing contract services
agreement with James Rue Construction Co. (A3187) by $70,000, for a total Contract of
$161,104.88 CP93-03A. Director of Public Works highlighted his memorandum, and no further
report was given. (092`
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Minute Order 5180 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin,
seconded by Hodges, unanimously carried, that MO 5180 be adopted.
9. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT (Introduced 4-21-93)
City Clerk read title of Ord 1441 regarding yard waste and curbside placement for pickup; after
which, it was moved by, Hodges, seconded by Lyons, and unanimously carried, that further (103
reading be waived, and that 01441 be adopted. 001
10. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: - None
CONSENT AGENDA:
11. MO 5181 approving Amendment No. 1 to A3184 with Coffman Associates for an increase of (051
$300,000,which adds back environmental assessment services,originally required to be,separated 02s(
from the contract, relative to master planning for the Airport.
12. Res 18089 approving Amendment No. 1 to the approved Passenger Facility Charge for the (051
Airport; to allow significant airline savings over the next five years. 056
13'. MO 5182 approving personal service contract with Charles J. Supple, M.D., for employment (110
related physical examinations for Fiscal Year 1993-94 - A3226. 006)
14. MO 5183 approving personal service contract with Leonard M. Kalfuss, M.D., for employment
related orthopaedic examinations for Fiscal Year 1993-94 - A3227. L l 0
006j
15. MO 5184 awarding purchase of two baggage cart systems for the Airport from American Locker (051
Security Systems, Inc., for$30,778.41, to allow for Airport ownership of the system, ,rather than ou,
current leasing arrangement, and increase revenue to the Airport.
16. MO 5185 awarding bid for purchase of 2 utility vehicles from Desert Turf, for $14,389.94, to (084
replace two units for use in grounds maintenance activities at the municipal golf course. 009
17. Res 18090 and 18091 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims 8c Demands. (086
18. MO 5186 terminating agreement with Woodman Entertainment Group,Inc.,for soliciting sponsors (050
and producing events during the Harvest Days and Wildflower Festival (A3161). 023
19. Motion concurring in CRA actions this date R882 and 883. ( 124
It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, that Resolutions
18089 through 18091, Minute Orders 5181 through 5186, and motion in Item 19 be adopted;
Reller-Spurgin abstaining on Warrant Nos. 874649 and 874674.
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ADDED STARTERS: - None
REPORTS & REQUESTS:
20. City Council reports or requests
a) Councilmember Hodges requested a status report on her request for consideration of mini-
marts in gasoline service stations.
b) Councilmember Schlendorf requested that the process of getting a signal at San Raphael
and Indian be hurried along.
c) Mayor requested that the election of a mayor pro tem be placed on next agenda.
21. Public reports or requests
a) Frank Coffey stated that regarding Consent Item 11, he was promised during the
environmental study on the General Plan that there would be a meeting to discuss the
noise impact on construction at the Airport; that he received a letter last week from the
Director of Aviation that there will be a chance to submit written comments; and that he
did not feel such action was in keeping with the comments from Coffman, Smith Peroni
and Fox. He stated that it reflects directly on the work being done under the Passenger (051-
Facility Charge, and he was very much concerned that the fees will produce things that 6s
usually airlines are willing to pay for, and he felt should have been preserved for use in
negotiations with the airlines.
22. Staff reports or requests - None
ADJOURN
There being no further business, Mayor declared the finezfing Gdjourned to Monday, May 10,
1993, at 6 p.m., Desert Hot Springs City Hall to meet in joini session with qte- City Council of
Desert Hot Springs, concerning annexation boundaries.
ITH SUMICH
City Clerk