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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994 - MINUTES - 12/7/1994 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 7, 1994 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, oil Wednesday, December 7, 1994, at 6:00 p.m., at which time, the City Attorney announced items to be discussed in Closed Session, and at 7:00 p.m., the meeting was convened in open session. ROLL CALL: Present: Councihnembers Hodges, Kleindienst, Lyons, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor , Maryanov Absent: None The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, led by Boy Scout Troop 86, and an invocation by Dr. Charles Mitchell, Seventh Day Adventist Church. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on December 2, 1994. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSET) SESSION(All Entities)- See items on Page 6 of agenda this date, including supplemental items duly posted. Note at conclusion of the agenda, the meeting was reconvened in Closed Session to continue items on the Closed Session agenda which were not completed; City Attorney afterwards reported that no action was taken. HOUSING AUTHORITY: FINANCING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY - No business 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: 1. TTM 28020 -TRENDWEST RESORTS ' Recommendation: That the Council approve a tentative tract map to create a subdivision for condominium purposes on the SW comer of N. Palm Canyon and Vereda del Sur, C-1, R-2, Sec. 10. Director of Planning & Building reviewed his report, noting that this is a conversion of the former Olympus Inn; and that final plans are recommended for approval - Item 15 on the 137- Consent Agenda. Mayor declared the healing opened. John Sanborn, Sanborn-Webb, project engineer, stated agreement with the recommendation, and that Ire was available for questions. There being no further appearances, the hearing was closed. Resolution 18518 as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller- Spurgin, seconded by Lyons, and unanimously carried, that RI8518 be adopted. INTERAGENCY REPORTS: a) Councilmember Hodges announced local recipients of Desert Hospitality Industry annual awards. b) Councilmember Kleindienst announced that the Sunline Taxi Regulation Committee , will move ahead with the task force findings upon receipt: of the report. c) Councilmember Reller-Spurgin reported on the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership Conference, which was well attended and her attendance at the Corky Larson Luncheon. r7t7„} Council Minutes 12-7-94, Page 2 PUBLIC COMMENTS: a) Comments concerning Item 2: Mark Reid, representing City park and golf course employees, stating that there are issues which will affect the lives of many people; that they represent 200-300 man years with the city; that in other organizations, good jobs are recognized, but they will now be given a pink slip, and an offer of minimum wages, which will end in welfare recipients who are unable to feed their families; that the difference between an in-house operation and the contractor is$160,000 annually, and overall he did not believe there would be any savings; that the proposal affects low-wage and-minority workers who perform those tasks; that the contract services will eliminate minority workers from the City payroll, and send a message that such workers are not welcomed in Palm Springs, and cannot live in it; that at [lie Human Rights Commission, the City's representative said that no affirmative action was considered in making these decisions, but that it was a business decision; that all human factors should be considered in the decision; that the City's business is its people, and the impact of people in the community needs to be considered when making budget decisions; that$160,000 is not significant in a total$30 million budget, and the cost (109- to the taxpayer in entitlements exceeds that amount; and he asked that the Council not 003 approve the contract, rather follow the Human Rights Commission suggestion to give time for the public to react to the human rights aspects of the proposals. Allen Hendricks, golf course employee, representing employees in both the parks and golf course divisions, stated that the employees have done everything asked of them by the Council; that they have studied and continue to study different means of maintaining the facilities; that the department works successfully,and there is no basis for abolishing it, and it will result in less quality parks and higher costs; that the proposal to contract services is misleading the public to believe there will be savings; that in its haste too layoff employees, perceived savings are being given points which will not be a result of the action; that employees to be displaced are mainly from ' minorities, that the city will lose control over the parks and the costs; that the decisions are about life and living it; that action should at least be continued until decisions are made on the golf course, since parks workers will bump golf course employees, only then to be displaced again; that no private course can control its maintenance and green fee increases; that the city owns the course and has the right and should renegotiate concession contracts to insure that it continues to be workable. Ted Molleck, golf course employee, stated that 80% of the golfers at the course rate it high, and would recommend it to other golfers; and that the maintenance employees operate the course, and upper management is responsible for finances, concessions and improvements to be made. Joy Fisher, resident, stated that many golfers are concerned about what will happen under the new management, and would like to have input into the decisions being made, e.g., the rules and regulations; and that she did not think the media has covered the issues very much. Don Blank,water conservation specialist, stated that the contractor has a track record, and he cautioned the Council to be wary, and to take care of the City. b) Comments concerning Item 10: Brett Taylor asked that Item 10 be continued to December 14, 1994. -, c) Comments concerning Item 12: Emile Duvernay, resident, stated there has been no input to promulgate the regulations; that requirements in place prior to the question on the ballot should be followed; that possession by a landlord should be for no less than 12 months, without (085- good cause; that he questioned if the fee schedule could be changed without a vote; 004) and that regulations must have sanctions. ��. 71 Council Minutes 12-7-94, Page 3 d) Comments concerning Item 4: Man, resident of New Horizons West, questioned which trees, when and how they will be trimmed. Bob Cook, resident, thanked the Council for placing the issue on the ballot; that all fees legally owed to the City should be collected, and it is not fair to those who paid ' rent fees to waive delinquencies; and that he felt all future registration fees should be (136- paid from those who benefit, i.e., the tenants. 032 Jim Jones suggested that landlord's input should have been sought, and that such attitude has reduced some of the problems that have been encountered; that there should be a 45-day grace period or a payment schedule on the outstanding fees; that he welcomed the certification program, and believes it will be beneficial to both tenant and landlord. e) Comments concerning items not related to an agenda item. Darrell Meeks questioned why a request for an agenda item by Councilmember Lyons was responded to within two weeks, and a request of Councilmember Hodges over six weeks ago has not been addressed, i.e., concerning appeal by a member, who subsequently abstains. He supported allowing 5 minute; public continents at the beginning of a meeting; questioned why the Council was considering laying off 30 employees and paying$400,000 to the golf course concessionaire just to terminate his contract earlier. Don Frank, resident, stated that the Brown Act requires that public cormnents be allowed prior to Closed Sessions. Fred Ebeling suggested that the Council should listen when the public speaks. Hahn Schrotter (?), Riverside resident, comments on individual rights versus special ' interest groups, and that he thought people would start fighting back on local, state and federal levels of government; and that Messrs. Frank and Ebeling have rights as taxpayers. Mayor commented that individual rights have never been denied to Messrs. Ebeling or Frank, or anyone else. In answer to his question, City Attorney explained that before the Council can take action, there must be an opportunity for the public to discuss the issues; that the public comments at the end of the meeting could be eliminated, but not at the beginning; that concerning Closed Sessions, the Council takes no action, that the items are reported on the agenda, and the basic rule is that before action is taken, it is placed on the agenda for the open session portion of the meeting,so there is opportunity for public continent on it. Mayor added that the state law prescribes what can be discussed in Closed Session„ and before any action is taken, there is public discussion and opportunity for comment. Councilmember Kleindienst recognized the support of the Festival of Lights Committee, its hard working members, and attributed its success to their efforts. LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: 2. PARK & PARKWAY MAINTENANCE CONTRACT AWARD On November 16, 1994,the Council continued recommendation to approve a five-year contract for park and parkway maintenance services with Landscape West, A3459. ' Director of Parks, Recreation&Golf Course reviewed his memorandum, which is on file with the City Clerk, noting the level of service to be provided, and an estimated savings of$1.5 (1091' million over a five-year period. He explained tree trimming/pruning provided in the proposed 003 contract, adding that trees in the parks will be trimmed within two years; that the central business district is not included, which customarily has been contracted in the past and for which budget has been provided; that overseeding the parks was not included because of the high-cost of seed this year, the contractor has agreed to an amendment next year to add the oveseeding, when the price is expected to be better; that the contract provides for the City Manager to approve annual cost increases up to $5,000, not to exceed $25,000 over the 5 Council Minutes 12-7-94, Page 4 2. PARK & PARKWAY MAINTENANCE CONTRACT AWARD (Continued) years, which otherwise would require Council approval; that default provisions adequately protect the City's interest, including a 24-hour notice for health, safety and welfare reasons (protection of the landscaping during August)up to a 120 day termination, without cause, after the first two years. He responded to question by Council that the employee proposal included ' a water conservation proposal, which would have to be added back if it did not save the amount that was projected. In answer to question by Council, City Manager stated that the Human Rights Commission questioned whether there had been a filing by Mr. Reid with another agency, to which Mr. Reid said yes, and the Commission did not accept that there was an issue toward minorities, rather that it is a business decision, and that he has not received any formal statement from the Commission. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin staled that the utility tax was approved in June, 1994, and the Council's responsibility is to decrease the budget by $4 million dollars, and this proposal addresses trying to do that; that the decision is not directed to anyone, except for everyone in Palm Springs; that the City government is a business and the Council is trying to change the way it does business, by more effective and cost savings means; that it is not directed toward any employee, not for doing a bad job, nor that they are not appreciated; that she (109- thought it important that the employees know the Council has tried to work with the parks and 003 golf course to assure that there will be an opportunity for employment with the contractor. Mayor stated that the Council talked about contracting the service between March and May, and this is not rushing into it now; that the utility tax, it is not just a business decision, rather where the money will come from to meet the City's expense; that the biggest injury was the attack on the Indian Gaming facility, which would have given the City $l million in General Fund money, and now faces $2 million in Redevelopment Agency land sitting fallow; that the $1 million would have increased annually; that the Council cares about the employees and they are a great group; that the trend today is to privatize government; that there are some protections for job security and employees being paid decent wages, and he wanted to make certain those are included in the contract. City Manager stated that the discussion has been included, and there are contractor commitments to make offers to existing employees. He responded to question by Council that the background review of the contractor indicated that in those instances where supervision of the contractor was diligent, there were no problems, and that the City will have the supervision. Staff responded to a number of questions by Councilmember Kleindienst, indicating that the contractor has agreed to amend the contract regarding prevailing wages; that the basic wage rate is lower than what qualified persons will do some of the wok for; that the cost for installing and removing banners(as it relates to existing banners) is inclusive from the removal of the existing,placing the temporary, removing the temporary, and replacing the"permanent" banner, e.g., the district banners; that the tables are off a line, and there will be minor adjustments to those; that there will be annual aeration; that prevailing wages(those established by the State Director of Industrial Standards) is regional, and the Purchasing Ordinance is being revised to address that issue; that in this instance, the "prevailing wage" for the work is $5.30 per hour; that the contractor has agreed to an adjustment if comparable rates are reduced; and that the issue of overseeding will be brought back for approval. Minute Order 5474 as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Lyons, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously cauried, that M05474 be adopted. ' 3. PALM SPRINGS GOLF COURSE MANAGEMENT Council discussion regarding approval and/or direction regarding management of the Palm Springs Golf Course. City Manager reported that the proposal was reviewed at a study session earlier this date, from 5-6 p.m.; that Councilmembers Kleindienst and Lyons participated in a corunittee with staff (092- to develop the contract. 004) Council Minutes 12-7-94, Page 5 3. PALM SPRINGS GOLF COURSE MANAGEMENT Mayor stated that the Council heard the proposal, as well as hearing from others with submittals, and the Council is being asked to approve negotiations with the Arnold Palmer Group for management and lease of the golf course properties. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin noted that the group was asked about working with the clubs, ' and they are both willing and want to do that. Councilmember Kleindienst considered Palm Springs very fortunate that the Pabner group considered the courses worth submitting a proposal; that they were impressed by the work on the courses, and see a great potential for the course, which is a wonderful asset by itself. Councilmember Lyons stated that the City will save $1.2 million debt service for the bond issue on the new course; that he has reviewed the figures and believes the figures for estimated cash flow for the city are conservative, and the City will do better than what is being projected; that the $400,000 settlement will be money well spent in the long run, when lire revenue figures are considered; and that Palmer will have a big capital investment of its own money in the operation. Mayor asked that the negotiations include performance standards, an escape clause, and potential for a hotel site through possible reconfiguration of the existing course. It was moved by Kleindienst, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously carried, that the City Manager pursue completion of the negotiations for contract with Arnold Palmer Golf Management by December 2.1, 1994. 4. PALM TREE TRIMMING On November 16, 1994, the Council continued recommendation to approve an increase to purchase order contract with Chris Tree Service to perform additional palm tree trimming, for a total revised amount of$39,034, to proceed with trimming as requested by the Council; and , to consider policy concerning palm tree trimming. Director of Public Works reviewed his memorandum. Councilmember Hodges questioned where the money was coming from, and stated that the it was previously reported that it was to come from privatizing the parks, but she did not drink the Council has set any policy about spending those savings,nor did she consider it appropriate to do so. Councilmember Lyons stated that it is preventive maintenance, and reduces city liability. 136- 032') Councilmember Hodges stated she agreed with the liability issue, and would like to see the policy concerning the trimnring, i.e., she favored getting rid of the "frond skirts", and questioned how much more it would cost to do so, and if it were not that much, she would prefer that; that she would like the Planning Conunission to look at the policy in light of the liability factors, and giving the City a fresh look. Mayor favored the existing policy, which was explained by the Director of Planning & Building as keeping the trees in a natural state as much as possible, (above about 12 feet), but cleaning up the pods/fronds at the top so the tree looks as it is supposed to. There was consensus that the Commission take another look at the policy, including skinning; the trees, how much that would cost initially, and estimates for maintaining them in that manner. Following discussion, it was moved by Lyons, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously ' carried, that this matter be continued to January 18, 1995,and during the interim, the Planning Commission review the policy and related issues as noted. �`7 i Council Minutes 12-7-94, Page 6 5. WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT FUND LOAN On November 16, 1994, Council requested option to repay accrued interest on Community Promotion Fund loan be scheduled for a future agenda. Recommendation: That repayment of$67,917 be made, on loan funds used to purchase concrete rails for the annual road races. (061- City Manager noted memorandum of Director of Finance& Treasurer. 015) ' Resolution 18519 amending budget as recommended,was presented;after which,it was moved by Kleindienst, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, that R18519 be adopted. 6. GOLF COURSE - SEWER EFFLUENT RECLAMATION PIPELINE AND FEE WAIVER Recommendation: That the Council approve agreement with DWA for sanitary sewer effluent reclamation pipeline and golf course fee waiver,and amend the budget to appropriate$600,000 therefor. Memorandum of Director of Public Works reviewed by City Engineer. (127- 001 ) Minute Order 5475 and Res 18520 as recommended, were presented; after which, it was moved by Kleindienst,seconded by Reller-Spurgin and unanimously carried, that M05475 and R18520 be adopted. 7. OPERATIONAL AREA AGREEMENT Recommendation: That the Council approve an agreement with the County of Riverside to include Palm Springs in the Operational Area for the purpose of disaster preparedness coordination. This item was withdrawn, and will be rescheduled. 8. REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREAS - PLAN AMENDMENTS ' Recommendation: That the Council amend the redevelopment plans for each of the redevelopment project areas to comply with 1993 State law changes, to provide limitation on plan activities to be no longer than January 1, 2009, or 40 years from adoption of the plan, which ever is later. Mayor questioned whether he would have to abstain; City Attorney stated that the action is to comply with State Law, and it would be a matter of whether property value would be affected by the action, and it would be best to abstain without a binding opinion on that question. (124- Councilmember Kleindienst stated he, too, would abstain (both members have property interests on Tahquitz Canyon Way). City Manager highlighted the memorandum of Director of Economic Development. City Clerk read title of each Ordinance, similar to: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CENTRAL 13USINESS DISTRICT REDEVELOPMENT AREA, (each referring to the specific project area by name); after which, it was moved by Reller- Spurgin, seconded by Lyons, and unanimously carried, that farther readings be waived, and that the Ordinance be introduced for first reading (Maryanov and Kleindienst abstaining concerning PA9 - Tahquitz Canyon Way properties). 9. ORDINANCE FOR SECOND READING & ADOPTION (Intro. 11-16-94) City Clerk read title of Ord 1487 re PM10 fugitive dust and erosion control amendment; after which, it was moved by Lyons, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously carried, that (103- further readings be waived, and that Ord 1487 be adopted. 001) Council Minutes 12-7-94, Page 7 10. URGENCY ORDINANCE Recommendation: That the Council approve an Urgency Ordinance for the adoption of Interim regulations for the conversion of existing hotel properties to condominium hotels for transient occupancy. This item was withdrawn, and will be rescheduled. , II. PALM CANYON BIKEWAY BRIDGE, CP94-42 Recommendation: That the Council approve an agreement with Cunningham-Davis Corp., for $346,910, to include an assigned $139,334 Continental Bridge procmement, for installation (109- on the north side of East Palm Canyon Drive at the Patin Canyon Wash; and amend the budget 004) to appropriate $291,184 therefor. A3459. City Engineer reviewed the memorandum of the Director of Public Works, and stated that path will fully connect to existing path on the east side. Minute Order 5476 and Resolution 18521 as reconm ended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Kleindienst, seconded by Lyons, and unanimously carried, that MO5476 and R18521 be adopted. 12. ANALYSIS OF IMPACT OF MEASURE KK Council discussion regarding analysis of impact resulting from the adoption of Measure KK and review recommendation regarding the promulgation of appropriate administrative guidelines. Materials to be provided. Councilmember Kleindienst stated he would abstain as previously noted. (085- 004) Councilmember Hodges suggested that this matter be deferred until after the Council's dinner meeting with the Rent Review Commission; after which, it was moved by Lyons, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, that this matter be continued to December 14, 1994, ' Kleindienst abstaining. 13. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None CONSENT AGENDA: 14. Res 18522 approving final plans for PD 229, a 60-unit senior housing complex on Vista (116- Chino, west of Sunrise, Sec. I (City & CRA as applicants). Hodges abstain 098) 15. Re 18523 approving final plans for PD 233, for time share conversion and remodeling building (116- at 1177 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Sec. 10, Trendwest Resorts. 103) 16. MO Cont to 12/14/94 approving first amendment to lease agreement with Sunwest Sports Park (109- Inc., for the construction and operation of batting cages at Demuth Park. A3238. 005) 17. MO 5477 approving an agreement with Digital Mapping Inc., in an amount not to exceed (127- $10,800,for aerial photography and digital topographic mapping of the Wastewater Treatment 001) Plant. A3460. 18. Res 18524 certifying results of 1994 Special Municipal Election, declaring voter approval of (083- Measure KK re de-control of certain rental units upon vacancy by current occupants. 012) Kleindienst abstain 19. Res 18525 approving the granting of four (4) easements to Southern California Edison (147- ' Company for undergrounding of electrical facilities for the Palmi Springs Municipal Golf 001) Course in Section 19, T4S, RSE. 20. MO 5478 approving an agreement with Alcorn Fence Co., for $16,325, for guardrail (136- installation and related work at the intersection of East Palm Canyon Drive and Escoba Drive, 028) CP94-40, A3461. 21. MO 5479 awarding bid 95-15 for various trucks to Fairview Ford Sales for $16,160.30; (084- Marshall Motor Cars, Inc., for $55,509.57; and to TransWest For I for $30,167.85. 011) Council Minutes 12-7-94, Page 8 22. MO 5480 approving settlement agreement between the City of Palm Springs and Louise's Pantry, Samuel Sean Sontag Jr., David Jeter, John Wessman, Wessman Development Co., (124-) Hey Enterprises Inc., and Craig Yount. (See CRA item a) A3462. Kieindienst/Maryanov abstain. 23. See Item 26. ' 24. Res 18526 consenting to conveyance of the Time Warner Cable franchise to joint venture (089- partnership insofar as may be necessary or advisable under the agreement#2535 (Time Warner 003) Cable continues to hold the franchise and remain obligated to perform all terms and conditions thereof). 25. Res 18527, 18528 and 18529 approving payroll warrants and claims rya demands. Reller- (086- Spurgin abstain#892766. 013) It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Lyons, and unanimously carried, that Resolutions 18522 through 18529,Minute Orders 5477 through 5479, and continuance of Item 16, be adopted. 26. SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT - P.S WORLD OF GOLF Recommendation: That the Council approve settlement agreement between the City of Palm Springs and Palm Springs World of Golf, A3463. (092- Assistant City Manager highlighted the agreement, noting that the current agreement expires 001) August, 1996, and with the settlement, it will expire January 1, 1995, which allows the negotiations with Arnold Palmer Golf Management; and the payment covers losses the concessionaire would sustain as a result of not operating the course through August, 1996. ' In response to question by Council, City Manager stated that the costs are part of the negotiations with Palmer. Minute Order 5481 as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller- Spurgln seconded by Lyons and unanimously carried, that M05481 be adopted. ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS & REQUESTS: DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - Received & Ordered Filed a) Treasurer's' Monthly,August and September, 1994; and Quarterly, September, 1994 CITY COUNCIL reports or requests a) On November 16, Councilmember Lyons requested opportunity to discuss amending the Council Procedures concerning the "Public Comments" portion of the agenda at the end of the meeting. Council member Lyons stated that his request was portrayed as curtailing freedom of speech, which is not correct; that opportunity for public comment is afforded during (114- public hearings, the public comments portion, and before the Redevelopment and 002) other agencies, and he finds the last opportunity on the agenda to often generate redundancy and unnecessary delay of adjournment; and that he favored amending the rules to eliminate that final listing. Mayor stated that the same people speak at the conclusion of meeting, who spoke previously, and lie was not certain that the Council was hearing from the "public," i.e., they say they speak for themselves, but use the term "we." t3TT Council Minutes 12-7-94, Page 9 a) Continued Councilmember Hodges stated that she felt the Council was personalizing the issue, and it is not a personal matter, rather a public matter, and they have the right to speak at the end and during the meeting, and the Council has an obligation to listen; (rat there are times when there have been others who spoke, and it generally is only a few persons, which is limited to two minutes each, and sometimes they may wish to speak on more than one matter, which the earlier 3-minute opportunity does not afford, and they should have that opportunity at the end of the meeting, if they are willing to wait for the completion of the agenda. Councilmember Kleindienst stated that he felt there was more than ample opportunity to make public comments, and people can call or write letters, and the added time is not necessary. Councilmember Lyons stated lie has seen possible abuses of file last two minutes, which could result in a filibuster. Mayor stated he did not think this was a personal issue, but his recollection is that it is always the same two to three people, and the fact is whether they speak for the public, or as individuals. It was moved by Lyons, seconded by Kleindienst, and carried by the following vote, that an amendment to the Council Rules of Procedure be prepared to delete "Public report or requests" at end of agenda: AYES: Kleindienst, Lyons, Reller-Spurgin, and Maryanov NO: Hodges ABSENT: None. b) VISITOR & PROMOTION BOARD: ' Mayor recommended and moved for the appointment of Jim Davis representing 100- (060- 150 room hotels, for the unexpired term ending 6-30-97; said motion was seconded 024) by Kleindienst, and unanimously carried. c) Other reports or requests: Councilmember Hodges requested followup on her request for consideration of policy regarding a Councilmember adding an item to an agenda, and subsequently having a conflict which would require the member to abstain. She also requested that the special event partnership be scheduled for study session for an update. Councilmember Lyons questioned the status of a suggestion award program. (114- 002) Mayor stated that during a recess, he requested that the Ciity Attorney consult with Councilmember Hodges on her policy request, for clarification, and report if accessary. PUBLIC reports or requests a) Fred Ebeling stated that people have a right to be heard, whether Council likes it or not; that he thought the Council should be recalled; that it removes freedom of speech; that people do not have a chance to challenge Council action; and commented on his understanding of property interest's of the Mayor. Mayor exDlained his partnership interest concerning 801 E. Taliquitz. ' STAFF reports or requests - None ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. C iuu SUMICII� City Clerk