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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 2017-07-26 Cathedral City CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 68-700 AVENIDA LALO GUERRERO CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234 Wednesday, v Jul 26, 2017 STUDY SESSION 4:00 PM • CALL TO ORDER • ROLL CALL Present 5- Mayor Stan Henry, Mayor Pro Tem Gregory S. Pettis, Council Member Shelley Kaplan, Council Member Mark Carnevale,and Council Member John Aguilar • CLOSED SESSION 4:00 -4:30 P.M. A. Consultation with the Chief of Police, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(a) -Threat to Public Services and Facilities Meeting went into Recess Meeting Reconvened • AGENDA FINALIZATION • STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION BY THE DEPUTY CITY CLERK 1. PUBLIC COMMENT 2. STUDY SESSION 2.A. 2017-275 Discussion on Naming a Landmark in Honor of Supervisor John Benoit Mayor Henry suggested Eagle Canyon Dam or CV Link be named after Supervisor Benoit. Mayor Pro Pettis suggested a sign on an entrance to a park or CV Link would be the most appropriate. Councilmember Kaplan agreed with Mayor Pro Tem Pettis that the CV Link and park entrance sign would be a good idea. Councilmember Carnevale agreed with Mayor Pro Tem Pettis and Councilmember Kaplan. City Manager McClendon stated staff could work with CVAG on a ceremony in October. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis suggested including the Public Arts Commission. 2.13. 2017-279 Review of the proposed 2017 Cathedral City Sustainability Plan Cathedral City Page 1 City Council Study Session STUDY SESSION July 26,2017 Deanna Presgrove, Public Works Manager, gave a presentation on the 2017 Cathedral City Sustainability Plan. She discussed community engagement,inventory of existing efforts, sustainability plan objectives, and the options available to the City Council. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis stated the plan established good goals and laid out a strong path. Ms.Presgrove discussed the SCAG grant. Councilmember Aguilar requested reports be provided to the Council bi-annually and the plan be integrated with Desert Health Care. He requested the matter be referred to the Planning Commission to allow the new members to review the plan. Ms. Deanna Presgrove indicated the plan could go back to the Planning Commission. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis suggested the adopted plan be brought back to the Parks and Community Events and Arts Commissions. Councilmember Kaplan commended Ms. Presgrove for her work over the years. Bethany Ballard, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She stated that she was opposed to the Sustainability Plan and read articles regarding consequences of adopting the plan. Rosario Avila, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She indicated opposition to the Sustainability Plan because it was from the United Nations. She requested the plan be referred to the Planning Commission for consideration. City Manager McClendon reiterated that the Council was not voting on the plan and it would be referred to the Planning Commission for further review. Diana Presgrove, Public Works Manager, gave a presentation on the 2017 Cathedral City Sustainability Plan. She discussed community engagement, inventory of existing efforts, sustainability plan objectives, and the options available to the City Council. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis stated the plan established good goals and laid out a strong path. Ms.Presgrove discussed the SCAG grant. Councilmember Aguilar requested reports be provided to the Council bi-annually and the plan be integrated with Desert Health Care. He requested the matter be referred to the Planning Commission to allow the new members to review the plan. Ms. Diana Presgrove indicated the plan could go back to the Planning Commission. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis suggested the adopted plan be brought back to the Parks and Community Events and Arts Commissions. Councilmember Kaplan commended Ms. Presgrove for her work over the years. Bethany Ballard, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She stated that she was opposed to the Sustainability Plan and read articles regarding consequences of adopting the plan. Rosario Avila, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She indicated opposition to the Sustainability Plan because it was from the United Nations. She requested the plan be referred to the Planning Commission for consideration. City Manager McClendon reiterated that the Council was not voting on the plan and it would be referred to the Planning Commission for further review. 2.C. 2017-287 McCallum Way and 30th Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Improvements Update John Corella, City Engineer,provided an update on the McCallum Way and 30th Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Improvements Update including project location, timeline, aerial view of the project facts about the update, Cathedral City Page 2 City Council Study Session STUDY SESSION July 26,2017 corresponding A.D.s at the location, available funding, and the bids that were received. Mayor Henry asked if the contract would be working with the school. City Engineer Corella stated they would work with the school for a temporary drop off. h Los Angeles is using white roads to lighten the color and reduce heat. Councilmember Kaplan commented that g g g City Engineer Corella stated it was a new concept. 2.D. 2017-289 Da Vail Drive/1-10 Interchange Project Study Report John Corella, City Engineer,presented the Interchange Project and discussed the timeline, agreement, status, and considerations of the project. In response to Mayor Henry, Mr. Corella discussed the rating on the CVAG priority list. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis stated the project would reduce traffic to Rancho Mirage High School. He expressed concern with the needs due to annexation with 1000 Palms.He discussed the importance of preparing the plans. Mayor Henry agreed that access to 140 was necessary for development. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis discussed the timeline and necessary funds. Mr. Corella discussed projects in Indio. He concurred with getting the project moving along. Councilmember Aguilar asked the timeframe. Mr. Corella stated portions would have to be updated when the project was ready to build. 2.E. 2017-270 Sale of Marijuana Clone Plants by Dispensaries City Manager McClendon presented the staff report. Mayor Henry asked if the City could limit the clones to six per individual. Eric Vail, City Attorney, responded that it was possible because of the state laws. City Manager McClendon explained that every dispensary would have a way to track the sales inventory. Mayor Henry suggested limiting clone purchase to six per individual. Bethany Ballard, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She expressed curiosity with the clone business and stated that it might cause more problems than its worth. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis explained that people were limited to six marijuana plants in their homes by state law. He explained that seed to sale tracking allowed the City to monitor how many people were buying. City Manager McClendon clarified that a dispensary could not cut its own plants. 2.F. 2017-269 Backyard Pet Breeding Businesses City Manager McClendon presented the staff report. Councilmember Aguilar stated that there had not been much feedback on the issue. Mayor Henry asked how purebreds could be obtained. Councilmember Aguilar explained that limited breeding could be allowed. Cathedral City Page 3 City Council Study Session STUDY SESSION July 26,2017 Mayor Pro Tem Pettis stated it appeared they were trying to fix a problem that did not exist and questioned who would enforce the matter. Councilmember Aguilar stated that he was willing to find an education program and take no action. City Manager McClendon added that the City supported spay and neutering projects. Councilmember Carnevale asked if there was a pet limit. City Manager McClendon responded that there was a three pet limit, which is enforced by Animal Control. Denise Cross, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She stated that she was opposed to the ordinance. Bethany Ballard, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She stated that the most important thing for breeders was cleanliness over the number of pets. 3. CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Eric Vail announced that the City Council will meet in Closed Session to discuss the following items listed on the Agenda. 3.A. 2017-265 Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8. Property Location: Approximately 2.06 acres at the Northwest Corner of San Antonio and San Mateo Dr.with APN's of 677-291-021 and 022. Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as Housing Successor Agency and Chris Ifeanyi or assignee. Property Owners: Housing Successor Agency Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential purchase of real property. 3.13. 2017-266 Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8. Property Location: Approximately 1.01 acres at the Southeast Corner of San Joaquin Drive and Mission Drive with APN's of 677-383-001 and 002. Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as Housing Successor Agency and Chris Ifeanyi or assignee. Property Owners: Housing Successor Agency Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential purchase of real property. 3.C. 2017-281 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Pending/Existing Litigation (Gov. Code§54956.9) Cathedral City Page 4 City Council Study Session STUDY SESSION July 26,2017 Name of case: Tramview Investors LLC v. Cathedral City and Cathedral City Mobilehome Fair Practices Commission, PSC 1703336 Adjourned to Closed Session at 5:48 p.m. 3.13. 2017-284 Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency- Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property Location: 68510 E Palm Canyon Dr. with APN 687-475- 003 Property Owners: City Urban Revitalization Corporation Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency & City Urban Revitalization Corporation Under Negotiation: Price &Terms on the Sale of Real Property ADJOURN Mayor Stan Henry adjourned the Study Session Meeting at 6.30 p.m. S NLEY E.HENRY, Mayor ATTEST- GARY TTESTGARY F. HOWELL; City lerk Cathedral City page 5 Cathedral City CITY COUNCIL MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 68-700 AVENIDA LALO GUERRERO CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234 Wednesday, July 26, 2017 REGULAR MEETING 6:30 PM • CALL TO ORDER Mayor Stan Henry called the Regular Meeting of July 26, 2017, to order at 6:34 p.m. • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Shelley Kaplan led the Pledge of Allegiance. • INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION) Councilmember Mark Carnevale offered the invocation. • ROLL CALL Present: 5- Mayor Stan Henry, Mayor Pro Tem Gregory S. Pettis, Council Member Shelley Kaplan, Council Member Mark Carnevale,and Council Member John Aguilar • SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS A. Certificates of Recognition -Esser Air Conditioning and Firefighter/Paramedics Valenti and Porto, Engineer Pike, and Captain Williams from Station 411, Cathedral City Fire Department Fire Chief Paul Wilson commended Esser Air Conditioning and Firefighter/Paramedics for providing air conditioning to a resident in need. B. Certificates of Appreciation -Outgoing Commission/Committee Members The Mayor and Council presented Certificates of Appreciation to outgoing commission and committee members. C. City Manager Report- Update on Comments Made by Mr. Carl Cieslikowski City Manager McClendon discussed the allegations of Mr. Cieslikowski and results of the investigation. • AGENDA FINALIZATION • STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION BY THE DEPUTY CITY CLERK 1. PUBLIC COMMENT Ernesto Guitierez, Cathedral City, was called to speak. He expressed his concern with code enforcement and encouraged additional staffing. Mayor Henry explained that additional staff was added and graffiti abatement was increasing. Cathedral City Page 1 Printed on 1112812018 City Council REGULAR MEETING July 26,2017 Robert L. McCormick was called to speak.He proposed that the Cit put banners posters, signs, and flags p P p YP �p � g 9 around the perimeter of the City to advertiseand celebrate that Cathedral City was a sanctuary City. Lee Wilson, Cathedral City, was called to speak. He presented the Fallen Hero Banners and requested the City sponsor new banners for the Air Museum. Justin Gardiner, Cathedral City, was called to speak. He, Chapter Commander of the Military Order Purple Heart, encouraged support of the Fallen Hero Banner program. He mentioned an upcoming campaign to rename streets by Cathedral City High School. Jeff Horton, Post Commander VFW Desert Hot Springs, was called to speak. He expressed his support for Lee WIson and banner program. He stated that he would like to work with surrounding cities and school to familiarize the youth with the Veterans of Foreign Wars and that he would like a VFW in Cathedral City. Lynne ONeil was called to speak. She thanked the Council for advancing Item 2J. Terry Applegate was called to speak. She indicated support for the resolution of Item 2J. 2. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the Consent Agenda A motion was made by Council Member Aguilar,seconded by Council Member Kaplan,to approve the following Consent Agenda Items.The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Mayor Henry, Mayor Pro Tem Pettis, Council Member Kaplan, Council Member Carnevale, and Council Member Aguilar 2.A. 2017-271 Receive and file Payment of Claims and Demands This item was approved. Enactment No: M.O.6785 2.13. 2017-293 City Council Minutes of March 22, 2017 and April 5, 2017 This item was approved. Enactment No: M.O.6786 2.C. 2017-225 Amendment to Successor Agency's Existing Ground Lease on Property located at the Southwest Corner of E. Palm Canyon and Margot Murphy Way This item was approved. Enactment No: M.O.6787 2.1). 2017-263 Vista Chino East and Vista Chino West Pavement Rehabilitation Final Acceptance This item was approved. Enactment No: M.O.6788 Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 1112812018 City Council REGULAR MEETING July 26,2017 2.E. 2017-264 Whitewater Neighborhood Street Improvements Final Acceptance This item was approved. Enactment No: M.O.6789 2.F. 2017-285 Contract Award to Albert A.Webb Associates for Professional Services for the Highway Safety Improvement Program, Cycle 8. This item was approved. Enactment No: M.O.6790 2.G. 2017-288 Approve and Accept the Improvements within Tract Map 36832-1 and Authorize the Release of Subdivision Agreement Securities (Stanton Place 2014, LLC, Subdivider). A motion was made by Council Member Aguilar,seconded by Council Member Kaplan,to approve the following Consent Agenda Items.The motion carried by the following vote: Enactment No: Reso 2017-36 2.H. 2017-277 Assessment of Special Assessments Against Properties for Nuisance Abatement Costs This item was approved. Enactment No: Reso 2017-36 2.1. 2017-276 Purchase of six(6) Replacement Marked Police Vehicles and seven (7) Replacement Unmarked Police Vehicles from Palm Springs Motors. A motion was made by Council Member Aguilar,seconded by Council Member Kaplan,to approve the following Consent Agenda Items.The motion carried by the following vote: Enactment No: M.O.6791 2.J. 2017-290 Budget Amendment to Support Regional Homelessness Services This item was approved. Enactment No: M.O.6792 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.A. 2017-268 Public Hearing to Receive Public Comments and Discuss Potential Council Election Districts City Manager McClendon presented the staff report. Mayor Henry opened the Public Hearing. Theresa Hooks, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She indicated support for districting, retaining the Cove as Cathedral City Page 3 Printed an 1112812018 City Council REGULAR MEETING July 26,2017 one district and having experience on the Council throughout the districting process. Miriam Alario, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She encouraged continuity and preservation of neighborhoods, compactness of districts, representation of businesses and residents'needs and quality of life,planned future growth, and diversity in representation. She asked the Councilmembers if the voices of the minority residents and the majority of the communities have an input of the choices on the districting maps. Sergio Espericueta, Cathedral City, was called to speak. He expressed the importance of forming five districts while also respecting the cultural aspect of the community.He listed the maps that he thought would work best for the districts. Denise Cross, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She stated that the purpose of districts is to give all residents equal City service. She explained that a lot of the residents were ignored for service based on where they lived. She stated she felt the City Council only focused on their own neighborhoods and she did not want the Cove split. Bethany Ballard, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She expressed concern with two representatives from the same neighborhood and stated the districts should be unified. Mayor Henry closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to the City Council. Mayor Henry took offense to statements that councilmembers represented their own neighborhoods. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis stated he walked every neighborhood in the community. He explained the concern with problems arising from districts.He discussed efforts to allow community input and establish districts that would best serve the community. Councilmember Kaplan summarized the criteria guidelines for the district map process. He presented additional criteria he considered including Hispanic population, continuity, retaining neighborhoods and balanced population. Mayor Henry stated the criteria needed to be followed to ensure legal,fair and equal districts. Councilmember Aguilar noted the written comments received that would be incorporated into the record. He indicated support for implementing districts, encouraging diversity. Councilmember Carnevale discussed the assumption that the incumbents would run again. Mayor Henry stated it was only recently that every Councilmember lived south of Dina Shore, which was not similar in the past.He recommended omitting maps with population imbalance. Councilmember Kaplan suggested creating as many districts as possible with minority populations. Mayor Henry confirmed Council concurrence to eliminate Maps 4, 5,7,8,11,12, and 14. Councilmember Aguilar suggested Maps 1, 3 and 18. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis discussed the impact on neighborhoods of the proposed maps. He concurred with considering Maps 1, 3 and 18. Mayor Henry added Maps 19 and 20. Councilmember Carnevale suggested Maps 16 and 2. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Pettis, City Manager McClendon confirmed the necessary timeframe. Cathedral City Page 4 Printed on 1112812018 City Council REGULAR MEETING July 26,2017 Councilmember Kaplan reiterated that the City Council had to pick a district map and determine which districts would be up for election in 2018 and 2020. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis requested large maps be prepared for the next meeting. Mayor Henry confirmed that the Council narrowed consideration to Maps 1, 2, 3, 16, 18, 19, 20. 4. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS 4.A. 2017-282 2017 Building and Cannabis Fee Review and Recommendation Pat Milos, Community Development Director,introduced the 2017 Building and Cannabis Fee Review. Building Official Al Jimenez summarized the comparison of building fees and ancillary fees, including garage sale permits. Community Development Director Milos stated fees had not been raised since 1997. He discussed cannabis license fees. Councilmember Aguilar asked about expedited plan review. Community Development Director Milos discussed issues with fast tracking solar applications. He stated the current turnaround was 15 days. Mayor Henry asked the full charge for sewer connections.Building Official Jimenez discussed fees for surrounding cities. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis asked about connection fees for a hotel. Building Oficial Jimenez explained the rates charged for sewage fees. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis invited the public to comment. Erica Hornik, Coachella Valley Building Industry, were called to speak. David Dazlich requested they be allowed to complete their fee study prior to the Council making a decision. Ernesto Gutierrez, Cathedral City, was called to speak. He stated Cathedral City had the lowest fees in the Coachella Valley and best staff. He suggested that the City enforce license and stated he was willing to pay increased fees. Bethany Ballard, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She questioned the need for a permit to drain pools. Mayor Henry closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to the City Council. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Pettis,seconded by Council Member Kaplan,to approve a Resolution adopting ancillary and cannabis fees and to delay the building fees.The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Mayor Henry, Mayor Pro Tem Pettis, Council Member Kaplan, Council Member Carnevale, and Council Member Aguilar Enactment No: Reso 2017-37 4.B. 2017-272 Resolution of Support for Climate Agreements City Manager McClendon presented the staff report. Mayor Henry invited the public to comment. Cathedral City Page 6 Printed on 1112812018 City Council REGULAR MEETING July 26,2017 Bethany Ballard, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She stated the action plan was not mandated and there was disagreement on climate action. Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City, was called to speak. He indicated support for the resolution. Rosario Avila, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She read on article about fossil fuels and climate change. Mayor Henry closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to the City Council. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis explained that the resolution stated the City would continue to support the four year old action plan and stated Cathedral City was the leader in the Valley for sustainability efforts. A motion was made by Council Member Kaplan,seconded by Council Member Aguilar,to approve a Resolution affirming the City of Cathedral City's commitmenthat to support its 2013 Climate Action Plan,the State of California Under 2°MOU and Execute Order B-30-15,and the Paris Climate Agreement. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 4- Mayor Henry, Mayor Pro Tem Pettis, Council Member Kaplan, and Council Member Aguilar Nay: 1 - Council Member Carnevale Enactment No: Reso 2017-38 4.C. 2017-274 Joint Powers Agreement to Implement a Community Choice Aggregation Program Charlie McClendon, City Manager,presented the Joint Powers Agreement for Community Choice Aggregation. In response to Council inquiries, he explained opt out provisions, limited liability to the City, and cost recovery. Mayor Henry invited the public to comment. Rosario Avila, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She indicated opposition to the CCA due to additional bureaucracy. Bethany, Ballard, Cathedral City, was called to speak. She asked if lower rates were guaranteed Alan Carvhalo, Cathedral City, was called to speak. He apologized that the City Council was constantly being put under suspicion. Mayor Henry closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to the City Council. A motion was made by Council Member Kaplan,seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Pettis,to introduce and provide first reading,by title only,an ordinance authorizing implementation of a Community Choice Aggregation program and approving the Desert Cities Energy Choice Joint Powers Agreement. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Mayor Henry, Mayor Pro Tem Pettis, Council Member Kaplan, Council Member Carnevale, and Council Member Aguilar Enactment No: M.O.6794 5. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Aguilar encouraged viewing of his interview on Community Affairs Channel 917. Councilmember Kaplan stated he and Mayor Pro Tem Pettis met with SCE regarding maintenance during hot Cathedral City Page 6 Printed on 1112812018 City Council REGULAR MEETING July 26,2017 summer months. Mayor Pro Tem Pettis discussed the Edison meeting.He discussed his opportunity to travel with the High School band to Australia and commended the students. He announced the Sunline Transit Agency small business workshop on October 18, 2018.He expressed disappointment in the President of the United States using Twitter for setting National Security Policy. Councilmember Kaplan announced the new exhibit opening at the museum in the Civic Center Gallery. Mayor Henry thanked the local community and Aqua Caliente Band of Indians for replacing the equipment for the youth baseball league. He announced the death of Barbara Sinatra and adjourned in her memory. 6. CLOSED SESSION 6.A. 2017-265 Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8. Property Location: Approximately 2.06 acres at the Northwest Corner of San Antonio and San Mateo Dr. with APN's of 677-291-021 and 022. Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as Housing Successor Agency and Chris Ifeanyi or assignee. Property Owners: Housing Successor Agency Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential purchase of real property. 62. 2017-266 Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8. Property Location: Approximately 1.01 acres at the Southeast Corner of San Joaquin Drive and Mission Drive with APN's of 677-383-001 and 002. Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as Housing Successor Agency and Chris Ifeanyi or assignee. Property Owners: Housing Successor Agency Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential purchase of real property. 6.C. 2017-281 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Pending/Existing Litigation (Gov. Code§54956.9) Name of case: Tramview Investors LLC v. Cathedral City and Cathedral City Mobilehome Fair Practices Commission, PSC 1703336 6.1). 2017-284 Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency- Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section Cathedral City Page 7 Printed on 1112812018 City Council REGULAR MEETING July 26,2017 54956.8 Property Location: 68510 E Palm Canyon Dr. with APN 687-475- 003 Property Owners: City Urban Revitalization Corporation Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as Successor Agency to the Former enc Redevelopment A & Cit p Agency Y Urban Revitalization Corporation Under Negotiation: Price &Terms on the Sale of Real Property The City Council met in Closed Session to discuss the items listed on the Agenda. There was no reportable action taken. ADJOURN Mayor Stan Henry adjourned the July 26, 2017 Regular City Council Meeting at 9:23 p.m. STANLEY E.HE RY, Mayor ATTEST. r. GARY F.'HOWcLL, City Clerk Cathedral City Page 8 Printed on 1112812018