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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 2018-12-12 litCITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Study Session Wednesday, December 12, 2018 4:30 PM City Council Chambers 68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero Cathedral City, CA 92234 • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 4:30 PM by Mayor Gregory S. Pettis. • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Gregory S. Pettis Mayor Present 4:30 PM John Aguilar Councilmember Present 4:30 PM Raymond Gregory Councilmember Present 4:30 PM Mark Carnevale Mayor Pro Tern Present 4:30 PM Ernesto Gutierrez Councilmember Present 4:30 PM • AGENDA FINALIZATION • STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION BY CITY CLERK 1. PUBLIC COMMENT 2. STUDY SESSION A. Sister Cities December 8, 2018 Retreat Update Recommendation: Staff will provide a brief update on the progress made during the December 8, 2018 Sister Cities team building and goal setting retreat. Stone James, Director of Economic Development introduced the item and presented an update of the Sister Cities December 8, 2018 Retreat. Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that during the celebration of the City's 30th anniversary in the Art Museum, the Historical Society displayed photographs of the City as well as photographs from our Sister City Tequila. B. Discussion Regarding Street Lights within the City Recommendation: Staff will make a presentation on street lights within the City, including how the existing street lights are funded, how street lights are added or eliminated and locations where existing street lights are being requested to be added and/or removed. City Staff is making this presentation to allow discussion and to receive feedback from the City Council. John Corella, Director of Engineering and Public Works, introduced the item and gave an overview on street lights within the City for discussion. Mayor Pro Tem Mark Carnevale stated that he believes that street lights are needed for safety reasons. He is opposed to removing street lights, however, he concurs with Alan Carvalho that a compromise would be good if possible. He is also concerned with uniformity in the area. Councilmember Raymond Gregory stated that he feels that most residents want street lights. Although he believes a survey of the residents would be wise, he would more than likely be opposed to removing the street lights no matter what the results of the survey show. He stated that exploring shields for the current lights should be the first place to begin resolving this issue. Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez feels that some residents want the street lights removed and an analysis should be done. He believes shields for the current lights would be a good idea if possible. He is not supportive of removing street lights. Councilmember John Aguilar stated for the record, that the City Council received an email from Mr. Cortez stating his opposition to the removal of the street lights in the Cove. He also stated that staff needs time to do a thorough analysis. Charles McClendon. City Manager, stated that the residents would have to pay for light shields to be installed. He stated that staff will work on getting a consensus from the residents about the street lights and will report back to the City Council. Mayor Greg Pettis stated that this is his district and if there is a neighborhood meeting he would like to be invited. He stated that the residents will have a couple months to get some consensus as staff works on an analysis. Bradley Giles, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he lives in the Cove and he has always enjoyed the night skies. He expressed his concern with the excessive street lights throughout the City. He is in favor of removing unnecessary street lights. David Lamb, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He indicated that he is opposed to the removal of the street lights in the Cove. He relies on the street lights and enjoys the lights that keep our city safe. Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that this is Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 7/15/2019 a sensitive issue and he was hoping for a compromise. He would like to see motion lights so that they come on when there is motion but would remain dark otherwise. Julie Elmore, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. She feels that it is a safety issue and would like the street lights to stay. She stated that there are no sidewalks where she lives and the lights help drivers to see the residents walking. Rita Lamb, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. She and her husband have lived in the Cove for over 18 years. She stated that the removal of the street lights is a concern for her and she would like to have the street lights stay. Arthur Rodriguez, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he feels safe and wants the lights to stay. Dan Eades, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he has lived in his home for 35 years and the lights are there for safety reasons. He is in favor of the lights staying. He questioned the petition and the process. Mike Elmore, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he does not support the removal of the lights in his neighborhood. He feels the lights do not impact star gazing. He stated that he has encountered snakes that would have not been visible without the lights. Dennis Hondor, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He supports keeping the street lights and sees other issues in his neighborhood he feels are more important than the street lights. He agrees the lights are bright, however he can still star gaze in his back yard. Bruce Lederer, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that there is a part of him that does not like street lights, however, he does understand the issue of safety and questioned if there was a way to compromise. He proposed the neighborhood meet and work together to find a solution. 3. CLOSED SESSION Eric Vail, City Attorney, announced that the City Council will meet in Closed Session to discuss the following agenda items. A. Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property Location: Approximately 2 acres at the southeast corner of West Buddy Rogers and East Palm Canyon Drive. Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as the Housing Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, and CCD, LLC Property Owner: City of Cathedral City as the Housing Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential sale of real property. Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 7/15/2019 B. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: One The City Council adjourned to closed session at 5:27 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 6:30 p.m. Eric Vail, City Attorney announced that the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss item 3A. Conference with Real Property Negotiator for approximately 2 acres at the southeast corner of West Buddy Rogers and East Palm Canyon Drive, item 38. Conference with Legal Counsel-Anticipated Litigation for one case. There was no reportable action. ADJOURN Mayor Gregory S. Pettis adjourned the Study Session Meeting of December 12, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. itAAL , Ag: gig May. , City of‘' edral City City Clerk, City of athedre! ► ' Cathedral City Page 4 Printed on 7/15/2019 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Regular Meeting Wednesday, December 12, 2018 6:30 PM City Council Chambers 68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero Cathedral City, CA 92234 • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by Mayor Gregory S. Pettis. • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember John Aguilar led the Pledge of Allegiance. • INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION) Mayor Pro Tem Mark Carnevale offered the invocation. • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Gregory S. Pettis Mayor Present 6:30 PM John Aguilar Councilmember Present 6:30 PM Raymond Gregory Councilmember Present 6:30 PM Mark Carnevale Mayor Pro Tem Present 6:30 PM Ernesto Gutierrez Councilmember Present 6:30 PM • AGENDA FINALIZATION • STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION BY THE CITY CLERK • SPECIAL PRESENTATION Larry Davis, Forest Lawn - Presentation to Cathedral City Police Department Larry Davis, Forest Lawn, presented a check for$5,000 for the Cathedral City Police Department Fund for the Police Officer Memorial. Police Chief Walker announced the Police Officer Memorial Dedication will be held on Saturday December 15, 2018 at 10:00 am. He also announced the Cathedral City Police Department gun buy back program which will be held on December 22, 2018. 1. PUBLIC COMMENT Chip Yarborough, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He congratulated the newly elected Council and wished Mayor Pettis a successful and positive year as Mayor. He stated that he is an advocate for women's rights and he is addressing the Council as a concerned citizen. He expressed his concern with the lack of woman in government and leadership roles in the City. He stated that there are no female firefighters and no female officers above the rank of Sergeant. He suggested the City recruit for qualified females and make it a priority. 2. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez thanked all of his supporters during his election. He reported that he attended a forum for the Dream Homes neighborhood and it was very informative. He announced that they are looking for volunteers to help make the neighborhood a better place. Councilmember Raymond Gregory stated that the Council meeting on Monday was a great meeting and he encouraged everyone to view it if they missed it. He stated that he is happy to be a part of the City Council. Councilmember John Aguilar reported that Snowfest was a great event and a huge success, he thanked all those who participated and supported the event. He reported that he attended the Sister Cities retreat at the fire station and all districts were represented. He also attended the Shelter from the Storm Board Member meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Mark Carnevale reported that he attended the Hanukkah event at City Hall and he was the Master of Ceremonies at Richard Clapp's Distinguished Citizens award dinner. He stated that Snowfest was a great event. He announced that he will be attending the CVRM event on December 14, 2018. He will also be attending the Date Palm Country Club Golf Course Parade and the Police Officer Memorial Dedication. Mayor Greg Pettis stated that Snowfest was a fun event. He reported that there have been a lot of activities in the last month or two and encouraged everyone to keep an eye out for upcoming events. He announced the Council will have a goal retreat in January and he feels Cathedral City will continue to grow. Pat Cooper, Supervisor Perez' office, was introduced by Mayor Greg Pettis. She gave an overview of the duties of Supervisor Perez' office and the services they provide to the City. 3. CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Carnevale to approve the following Consent Agenda items: Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 7/15/2019 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tem AYES: Pettis, Aguilar, Gregory, Carnevale, Gutierrez A. Receive and file Payment of Claims and Demands - November 2018 Recommendation: The City Council acting in its capacity for the City, the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, the Housing Successor Agency, the Cathedral City Public Finance Authority Board, and the Cathedral City Downtown Foundation Board receive and file payment of claims and demands in the aggregate sum of $ 5,504,351 for the month of November, 2018 M.O. 7055 B. Approval of a Service Provider Agreement with MVR Consulting to Provide Proposition 68 Statewide Park Program Grant Related Services Required to Submit a Grant for the Dream Homes Park Project. Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a Service Provider Agreement with MVR Consulting in the amount not-to-exceed Fifty Nine Thousand Dollars ($59,000) to provide Proposition 68 Statewide Park Program Grant and Related Services for the Dream Homes Park Project; and authorize a budget amendment to fund these services from Fund 100-156-8601 of the General Fund. M.O. 7056 C. Authorization to Purchase Playground Shade Structure for Commons/Heritage Park Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council authorize the purchase of the children's playground sun shade structure at Commons Heritage Park from USA Shade & Fabric Structures for $68,110. M.O. 7057 D. Design Review No. 18-002, General Plan Amendment No. 16-006, and Change of Zone No. 16-005 Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council provide second reading and adopt an ordinance approving Design Review No. 18- 002, General Plan Amendment No. 16-006, and Change of Zone No. 16-005 for a 60-unit multi-family residential development for veterans on approximately 6.5 acres of an 8.9-gross acre project site located on the east side of Landau Boulevard, between Corta Road and Vega Road. Ord 820 E. Accept Resignation of Sarah Rodriguez from the Planning Commission Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 7/15/2019 Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council accept the resignation of Sarah Rodriguez from the Planning Commission effective immediately and direct staff to proceed with filling the vacant seat. M.O. 7058 4. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS A. Resolution in Support of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Salton Sea Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council approve a resolution in support of the recent County of Riverside and the County of Imperial ("Counties") memorandum of understanding ("MOU") supporting the restoration and stabilization of the Salton Sea. Pat Cooper, Supervisor Perez' office, gave an overview of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Salton Sea. Reso 2018-56 A motion was made by Councilmember Aguilar and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to approve a resolution in support of the recent County of Riverside and the County of Imperial ("Counties') memorandum of understanding ("MOU") supporting the restoration and stabilization of the Salton Sea. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John Aguilar, Councilmember SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember AYES: Pettis, Aguilar, Gregory, Carnevale, Gutierrez B. Final Acceptance and Notice of Completion for Date Palm Drive and Dinah Shore Intersection Improvements and Dinah Shore Drive Pavement Rehabilitations Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council accept and approve the Date Palm Drive and Dinah Shore Drive Intersection Improvements, CIP 2518 and the Dinah Shore Drive Pavement Rehabilitation, CIP 8839 as final; and authorize the City Manager to file a Notice of Completion with the Riverside County Recorder's office on behalf of the City Council; and authorize the release of City held retention funds to All American Asphalt upon expiration of the Notice of Completion. John Corella, Director of Engineering and Public Works, introduced the item and gave an overview of the final acceptance and notice of completion for Date Palm Cathedral City Page 4 Printed on 7/15/2019 Drive and Dinah Shore intersection improvements, and the Dinah Shore Drive pavement rehabilitations. M.O. 7062 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Carnevale and seconded by Councilmember Gregory to accept and approve the Date Palm Drive and Dinah Shore Drive Intersection Improvements, CIP 2518 and the Dinah Shore Drive Pavement Rehabilitation, CIP 8839 as final; and authorize the City Manager to file a Notice of Completion with the Riverside County Recorder's office on behalf of the City Council; and authorize the release of City held retention funds to All American Asphalt upon expiration of the Notice of Completion. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember AYES: Pettis, Aguilar, Gregory, Carnevale, Gutierrez C. Final Acceptance and Notice of Completion for the East Palm Canyon Median Improvements. Recommendation: ..Recommendation Staff recommends the City Council accept the East Palm Canyon Median Improvements, Capital Improvement Project (CIP) 8653, as final; and, authorize the City Manager to file a Notice of Completion with the Riverside County Recorder's office on behalf of the City Council; and authorize the release of City held retention funds to Urban Habitat Environmental Landscapes upon expiration of the Notice of Completion. John Corella, Director of Engineering and Public Works, introduced the item and gave an overview of the final acceptance and notice of completion for the East Palm Canyon median improvements. M.O. 7059 A motion was made by Councilmember Aguilar and seconded by Mayor Carnevale to accept the East Palm Canyon Median Improvements, Capital Improvement Project (CIP) 8653, as final; and, authorize the City Manager to file a Notice of Completion with the Riverside County Recorder's office on behalf of the City Council; and authorize the release of City held retention funds to Urban Habitat Environmental Landscapes upon expiration of the Notice of Completion. Cathedral City Page 5 Printed on 7/15/2019 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John Aguilar, Councilmember SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Pettis, Aguilar, Gregory, Carnevale, Gutierrez D. Resolution Designating a No Parking Zone on the West and East sides of Santoro Dr. South of McCallum Way Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council adopt a Resolution designating the west and east sides of Santoro Drive, south from McCallum Way to approximately 175 feet south of Megan Court, as a No Stopping, No Standing and/or No Parking Zone; and, authorize the City Engineer to rescind all or portions of the designated No Stopping, No Standing and/or No Parking Zone in the future as the roadway is improved and/or widened. John Corella, Director of Engineering and Public Works, introduced the item and gave an overview on the resolution designating a No Parking Zone on the west and east sides of Santoro Dr. south of McCallum Way. Brad Anderson, Rancho Mirage resident, was called to speak. He suggested the City eliminate overnight parking as a first step. Reso 2018-57 A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Carnevale to adopt a Resolution designating the west and east sides of Santoro Drive, south from McCallum Way to approximately 175 feet south of Megan Court, as a No Stopping, No Standing and/or No Parking Zone; and. authorize the City Engineer to rescind all or portions of the designated No Stopping, No Standing and/or No Parking Zone in the future as the roadway is improved and/or widened. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Pettis, Aguilar, Gregory, Carnevale, Gutierrez E. Food Truck Mash Up - March 2019 Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council approve a Special Use Permit for the Food Truck Mash-Up event to be held on March 16, 2019 in Town Square and the surrounding area and authorize the requested sponsorship for in-kind services as outlined in the staff report. Christopher Parman, Communications and Events Manager, introduced the item and gave an overview on the upcoming Food Truck Mash Up event. M.O. 7060 Cathedral City Page 6 Printed on 7/15/2019 A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Carnevale to approve a Special Use Permit for the Food Truck Mash-Up event to be held on March 16, 2019, in Town Square and the surrounding area and authorize the requested sponsorship for in-kind services as follows: • Special use permit application fee waived • Provide portable toilets, trash cans and removal • Small police presence • Use of incidental equipment (pop-up canopies, picnic tables, road closure signs, cones, and electrical wire covers) • Access to all city marketing resources RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tem AYES: Pettis, Aguilar, Gregory, Carnevale, Gutierrez F. Second Reading of an Ordinance to Prohibit Single Use Plastic Straws Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council provide second reading and adopt an ordinance banning all City beverage providers from using, providing, distributing, or selling plastic beverage straws. Eric Vail, City Attorney, stated that at the November 14, 2018 meeting, the City Council discussed the ordinance to ban single use straws and heard comments from the public regarding the item. He presented an alternate version of the ordinance with changes to sections 5.94.020 and 5.94.030 for the City Council to consider. Terry Applegate, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. She presented materials to the City Council pertaining to disabilities and the use of straws. Brad Anderson, Rancho Mirage resident, was called to speak. He feels that this ordinance is unnecessary and suggested waiting to see how the state ban plays out. Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He requested that City Council members who are restaurant owners recuse themselves from voting on this item. Ord 819 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Carnevale and seconded by Councilmember Aguilar to approve the second reading, by title only, and adopt an ordinance adding chapter 5.94 to the Cathedral City Municipal Code prohibiting plastic beverage straws, which includes the modifications in section 5.94.020 and 5.94.030 as presented by the City Attorney. Cathedral City Page 7 Printed on 7/15/2019 RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 1] MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: John Aguilar, Councilmember AYES: Gregory S. Pettis, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Mark Carnevale NAYS: Ernesto Gutierrez G. Historic Preservation Committee Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council introduce and provide first reading, by title only, an ordinance adding to the Cathedral City Municipal Code Chapter 2.31 establishing the Cathedral City Historic Preservation Committee Pat Milos, Community Development Director, introduced the item and gave an overview on establishing a Historic Preservation Committee. Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he was proud to be on the Historic Preservation Task Force. He stated that the goal of the task force was to create a process that would not restrict, force or be unfair. M.O. 7061 A motion was made by Councilmember Aguilar and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to approve the first reading, by title only, an ordinance adding to the Cathedral City Municipal Code Chapter 2.31 establishing the Cathedral City Historic Preservation Committee RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John Aguilar, Councilmember SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember AYES: Pettis, Aguilar, Gregory, Carnevale, Gutierrez 7. CLOSED SESSION The City Council met in Closed Session during the Study Session portion of the meeting and is reflected in the Study Session minutes of December 12, 2018. A. Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property Location: Approximately 2 acres at the southeast corner of West Buddy Rogers and East Palm Canyon Drive. Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as the Housing Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, and CCD, LLC Property Owner: City of Cathedral City as the Housing Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential sale of real property. Cathedral City Page 8 Printed on 7/15/2019 B. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: One ADJOURN Mayor Greg Pettis adjourned the Regular Meeting of December 12, 2018 at 7:45 p.m. Mayor,\City of Cathedral City City Clerk, r'ity of athedral City Cathedral City Page 9 Printed on 7/15/2019