HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Minutes 2020-07-29 CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Cathedral City
Special Meeting
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
8:00 AM
City Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
• CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 8:00 AM by Mayor John Aguilar.
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Mark Carnevale led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION)
Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez offered the Invocation.
• ROLL CALL
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
John Aguilar Mayor Present 8:00 AM
Raymond Gregory Mayor Pro Tem Present 8:00 AM
Mark Carnevale Councilmember Present 8:00 AM
Ernesto Gutierrez Councilmember Present 8:00 AM
Rita Lamb Councilmember Present 8:00 AM
• AGENDA FINALIZATION
• STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION BY THE CITY CLERK
Mayor John Aguilar thanked the members of the Short-Term Vacation Task Force
for their leadership and research through this process. He also thanked the
residents who contacted the City Council to express their concerns and give their
comments. He thanked the City Manager and staff for all their hard work, and
commended the Council for doing an incredible job.
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
The following individuals provided public comment via phone call:
Sandra Richter expressed her concern with the disruption being caused by the
short-term vacation rental near her. She described an incident she had with the
owner of the rental which resulted in the police being called to her home. She urged
the City Council to give residents back their neighborhoods.
Boris Stark advocated for short-term vacation rentals in the City. He urged the City
Council not to use a shot gun approach and should base their decision on facts. He
indicated that the ILCC is here to help facilitate enforcement of short-term vacation
rentals and does not support bad operators and will help to catch them. He stated
that the ILCC respects the opposition, however, they will not tolerate false claims.
Karen Evans supports the Vision for Cathedral City and expressed her concern with
the issues surrounding short-term vacation rentals owned by owners who do not live
full-time in the City. She has given up on enjoying her home.
Michael Bess expressed his concern with short-term vacation rentals, He shared his
experience with the disturbances and interactions with the owner of the short-term
rental near him. He does not want to live next to a hotel and stated that he cannot
enjoy his home. He urged the City council to shut them down.
Dean O'Conner expressed his concern with issues surrounding short-term vacation
rentals. He feels that the claims made by short-term vacation owners that their
businesses generate additional TOT, they spend more on home improvements and
engage more outside services cannot be verified. He also feels that all revenue from
short-term vacation rentals are used to enforce them, which makes them of no
benefit to the City.
Teri Hargreaves indicated that she is speaking on behalf of herself and Patty
Hagedorn. She urged the Council to consider the many comments made by
residents asking for help. She discussed a former Cathedral City resident who was
forced to move due to short-term vacation rentals. She stated that the City Council
was provided with a list of those that support the Vision for Cathedral City and
reminded the Council that these are their neighbors. She urged the City Council to
adopt proposal number 2 with strong regulations.
Karen Panico Willis stated that she is a longtime resident who has attended many
short-term vacation rental meetings. She expressed her concern with false
comments made about residents.
Michael Hagedorn expressed his concern with the attacks on residents and the City
Council on social media. He feels that comments made by short-term vacation rental
owners about revenues generated by short-term vacation rentals are false. He feels
owners do not care about our City and only have an interest in making money. He
recommends restricting short-term vacation rentals in R1 and R2 zones, while
allowing them in HOA areas, which he feels is a good compromise.
Bob Ohda expressed his concern with the loss of enjoyment in homes of residents
due to short-term vacation rentals. He gave an overview of the Task Force options 1
and 2 and advocated for option 2, phasing out short-term vacation rentals. He urged
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the City Council to protect the residents of Cathedral City.
Ed Emond-Worline stated that he served on the 2016 and 2019 short-term vacation
rental Task Forces. He shared an experience he had with a problematic short-term
vacation rental in 2016, which was a nightmare and required multiple calls to the
police. He advocated for the frustrations of residents illustrated in the many
comments received. He urged the City Council to adopt proposal number 2.
Doug Evans supports the Vision of Cathedral City and the phase-out of short-term
vacation rentals. He directed the City Council's attention to page 296 on the staff
report and expressed his concern with the submission, which was submitted by I
Love Cathedral City. He feels that enforcement does not work and urged the City
Council to support the Vision for Cathedral City.
Bob Hargreaves expressed his concern with the incompatibility of short-term
vacation rentals and neighborhoods, which he feels is not working.
The following individuals provided their public comment for the record. Their
comments were read for three minutes and the full comment will be made a part of
the record per our standard procedures:
Nelli Arakelyan expressed her concern with false complaints made to the Short-term
Vacation Rental Hotline. She described an incident on July 10, 2020, where she
claimed to have had a false complaint made against her property. She asked that
the City Council provide short-term vacation rental owners with support against false
complaints.
Peter Palladino feels that the City benefits from short-term vacation rentals. He
stated that investors have made improvements in the lower Cove area and feels that
banning short-term vacation rentals would cause abandoned homes for years to
come. He also feels that the City needs the revenues from short-term vacation
rentals at this time.
Danny Lee supports proposal number 2 as the best option to protect the health,
safety and security of full-time residents. He expressed his concerns with the issues
caused by short-term vacation rentals and urged the City Council to support
proposal number 2.
Kevin Andrews feels the un-supervised residential neighborhood hotels need to go.
He expressed his concerns with a long list of issues he has documented over the
years and feels short-term vacation rentals should be banned in residential areas.
He urged the City Council to listen to the real neighbor.
Ronald Mendiola thanked the City Council and staff for their dedication to the City.
He expressed his concern with short-term vacation rental owners not following State
guidelines and safety issues. He requested that the City Council consider proposal
number 2 and phase out short-term vacation rentals in residential neighborhoods.
Brad Hogie, supports the phasing out of short-term vacation rentals in R1 and R2
Zones as well as the resident compliant protocol, prohibition of amplified music,
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occupancy limits, parking restrictions, increased mandatory fines, and the prohibition
of outdoor amenity use during quiet hours. He stated that noise and trash are
problems and urged the City Council to put the residents first.
Randy Cupp supports short-term vacation rentals and feels they are a necessary
part of our economy that supports local jobs and brings in revenue. He feels firm
rules and higher fines can help solve the issues without crushing the local economy.
Dr. Shine Nissar advocated for the safety for children in residential neighborhoods.
She expressed her concerned with the safety issues that can arise with having
strangers coming in and out of neighborhoods using short-term vacation rentals. She
supports the Vision for Cathedral City and urged the City Council to protect the
neighborhoods.
Christie Havener stated that she is a cleaner who services many vacation rental
properties in Cathedral City, which is how she provides for her family. She urged the
City Council to not phase-out or restrict short-term vacation rentals in certain zones
and instead reprimand those in violation.
James Meyer commented on the impact the City Council's decision will have on the
City and the economy from a real estate professionals view. He stated that he has
had several buyers pass on purchasing a home in Cathedral City because of they
want to have options to rent their property short-term. He feels that the City is losing
out because new buyers improve homes, improve neighborhood values, revitalize
distressed or neglected properties and bring money to the local economy. He
encouraged the City Council to look at the great success Palm Springs has had with
short-term rentals and vote to allow short-term rentals.
Steven Bailey is in full support of short-term vacation rentals. He feels they are good
for the economy, property values and the City. He does not see a reason for a ban
on short-term vacation rentals and feels there needs to be proper regulation,
licensing and control.
Chris advocated for lifting the ban on short-term vacation rentals and continuing to
allow for future home rentals. He stated that he is homeowner that has been renting
his home for the past 10 years with no complaints from his neighbors or the City. He
feels that by allowing the use of his home to visiting guests, it helps fuel the City's
economy and helps him to be able to afford his home.
Joan Braunstein stated that she has been a long time Cathedral City resident and
claimed that her next-door neighbors are operating a non-permitted short-term
vacation rental. She described all the issues and concerns she has had with this
property and the lack of resolution. She stated that she expects her elected officials
to provide a safe and peaceful community and put residents first.
Louie Chip Yarborough commented on short-term vacation rentals and the use of
fireworks in the Panorama Park neighborhood. He suggested that the City have two
types of ordinances that deal with short-term vacation rentals. He also feels that on-
site management is the only way to ensure guests are not being a nuisance to the
community.
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The Nelsons urged that City Council to keep short-term rentals in the City. They
stated that they recently stayed in the City and had a great experience. She feels
responsible short-term renters bring revenue to the City and suggested finding a
solution that is not all or none.
Marcella and Daniel DeShurley stated that they have been renting their property
since October of 2018 and have always collected TOT and comply with all
regulations. They feel that short-term rentals add value to the neighborhoods and
have benefited the Cove area. They hope that the City Council does not ban short-
term rentals or exclude them in residential areas.
Bob Winkelmann and Paul Bixby urged the City Council to allow existing, licensed
and legal short-term vacation rentals to continue to operate in Cathedral City. They
stated that they own a licensed rental in the City which they put in $150,000 worth of
repairs and improvements in and they plan to use that home as a full-time retirement
residence in the future. They expressed their concern with the lack of enforcement
and support increased funding for dedicated enforcement of short-term vacation
rentals, which should be paid for by the owners. They are opposed to restrictions on
playing music outside and feel laws relating to outdoor music should apply to all
residents. They feel that banning short-term rentals would force some owners to sell
causing depressing values and wreck retirement plans. They also feel that short-
term rentals are a vital resource to the City and its economy.
Bill Shaw described the short-term vacation rental near his home as a commercial
enterprise that is located in a R1 Zone, and feels the City is not enforcing its Zoning
Regulations. He feels that the City can and does dictate what homeowners can do
with their properties and provided examples. He indicated that he is not opposed to
home-sharing since the owner is on the property but feels that short-term vacation
rentals are just unmanned hotels. He feels the City Council should ensure the
resident's quiet and peaceful enjoyment of their properties and urged the City
Council to put an end to the nonsense once and for all.
Julie Baumer stated that her street has the most party pads in Cathedral City. She
expressed her concern with the noise, parking and strangers coming in and out. She
supports the phase-out of short-term vacation rentals in residential zones while
giving owners time to re-purpose or sell their properties.
Mariellen Boss stated that she is a 30-year resident of Cathedral City who loves her
neighbors and home. She expressed her concern with a short-term vacation rental
near her who has had issues with garbage and feels that short-term vacation rentals
should be limited to gated communities.
Barbara Effler feels that short-term vacation rentals disrupt R1 residential
neighborhoods in a variety of ways. She expressed her concern with City resources
being used to assist rental hosts and feels managers make money at the expense of
surrounding neighbors. She feels that tourism will continue to be supported through
home-sharing, HOAs and hotels. She also feels that short-term rentals reduce the
number of homes available for long-term rentals and purchases. She urged the City
Council to put residents first and adopt the Vision for Cathedral City.
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Autumn Ratliff commented on her recent stay at a short-term rental while visiting the
City and doing some charity work for the homeless. She feels that restricting short-
term vacation rentals restricts the City and she hopes to be able to utilize this rental
to visit the City again in the future.
Robert Kranack stated that he is a short-term vacation owner in the Panorama Park
area and has had almost no problems with his rental and offered information on how
he screens his guests. He expressed his concern with complaints made about noise
at short-term rentals and feels noise comes from full-time residents as well. He feels
that the City should give the private security patrol the authority to issue citations
and the revenue generated from citations could help cover the cost of security. He
suggested the City require listing sites to collect taxes and verify vacation rental
owners hold a valid license in order to advertise a short-term rental in the City. He
also suggested requiring walk up trash service and limits on the number of vehicles
allowed short-term vacation rentals. He feels a ban on short-term vacation rentals is
unfair because they were never properly enforced.
Cyndie Swauger, supports proposal number 2 and the Vision for Cathedral City. She
expressed her concern with a nearby short-term vacation rental not following the
State's guidelines and making loud noise that can be heard from inside her home.
She also expressed her concern with the lack of affordable housing for future full-
time residents and the increased workload on City's Fire and Police Departments.
Damian and Kathi Thomas stated that they are short-term vacation rental owners
and all of their guests follow all local rules and have loved Cathedral City. They
discussed the parameters in place to screen and monitor guests, noise, parking and
occupancy at their property. They urged the City Council to allow all homes that are
properly licensed and consistently abiding by the rules to continue operating as
short-term rentals.
Joe Vassallo thanked the Council for their public service. He feels that short-term
rentals should be allowed to continue to be an asset to the community. He rents his
property and has had very few tenant issues in last 10 years due to his regulations.
He stated that he would not be able to afford his home if he could not rent it when he
is not there. He feels he is not the problem. The problem is the small number of bad
and unlicensed short-term vacation rentals. He feels bad for those residents who
live next to the poorly ran rentals. He offered a list of possible solutions and urged
the City Council not to ban short-term vacation rentals.
Igor Levi stated that they purchased their home as a place to spend family time
together as well as to rent out to help pay the mortgage. They feel they are in every
way part of the Community. They support local businesses, hire local workers and
share what the City has to offer with visitors. They do not support irresponsible
hosts; however, they feel a ban on short-term vacation rentals is unethical and could
potentially cause damage to the community. They are in support of the proposal put
forth by ILCC and urged the City Council to vote to continue to allow responsible
hosts to be part of this community.
Rosie Ulfik expressed her concern with the unfairness of the proposals related to
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short-term vacation rentals in the City. She stated that when the City Council took
their oath to represent the people of Cathedral City it should have included their
responsibility to be fair and just, and she urged the City Council to think about this
oath as they move through this process.
Thomas Faragher expressed his concern with the recommendations provided by the
Short-Term Vacation Rental Task Force and questioned if there are any safeguards
for short-term vacation rentals.
Mike Castillo and Amy Castillo are in full support of adding restrictions that would
support a healthy and safe short-term vacation rental program and feels that
regulations need to be the responsibility of homeowners and platforms to enforce
and comply. They suggested possible solutions for occupancy and parking issues.
They discussed the good and bad elements of the City and feel that the tax dollars
from short-term rentals are vital to the community's needs and they fear that other
Cities will take this revenue stream from the City. They urged the City Council to
consider all the positives and come up with a solution that is for the better good of
Cathedral City.
Marlene Wilkie urged the City to continue to allow registered, law-abiding short-term
vacation rentals. She feels the laws should be fair for both owners and surrounding
neighbors. She described the experience that vacationers have when staying in a
short-term rental and hopes to be allowed to own and enjoy a small piece of the
desert paradise in the Desert Princess Country Club.
Boris Stark, I Love Cathedral City President and Karyn McQueen Vice President,
supports that all part-time and full-time residents of the City should have the right to
maintain a certain level of quality in their neighborhoods. The ILCC presented the
City with a proposed budget for increased permit fees for proper enforcement, which
will give the City the ability to pass stricter regulations and shut down illegal short-
term rentals. They have collected over 1,100 signatures in support of continuing
short-term vacation rentals. They also feel that short-term vacation rentals and full-
time residents can coexist, as they do in many cities.
Jason Cochran, I Love Cathedral City Member, discussed the importance and
benefits that short-term vacation rentals have on the real estate market and the local
economy. He feels the housing market in Cathedral City is on the verge of
collapsing. He expressed his concern with those who want to take away the rights of
homeowners who chose to rent out their homes. He submitted a petition, which
included 322 signatures.
Doug Evans provided 178 Cathedral City residents signatures in support of the
Vision for Cathedral City, which was written and edited by a group of residents.
Taylor Patterson, Guest of ILCC Member David Leonard, indicated that she stayed
at a vacation rental in Cathedral City that she booked through Airbnb. She
expressed her concern with the strict rules provided by the host and was shocked to
learn that the City was discussing whether or not to ban short-term rentals. She
discussed her experiences and reasons for using Airbnb and asked that those who
support her sign a petition in support of not banning short-term rentals. She attached
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a petition which included 326 signatures.
Carlos and Marylyn Lora stated that they are residents of Cathedral City who own
and operate a pool cleaning business, where about 40% of their clients are short-
term vacation rentals. They also own a housekeeping business and 100% of their
clients are short-term vacation rentals. They expressed their concern with banning
short-term rentals and explained the negative impact it would have on their small
businesses and other local businesses. They attached a petition which included 45
signatures.
Natalie Oakley expressed her satisfaction with the improvements made to the short-
term vacation property next door to her and stated that she has had no issues with
them. She also feels that short-term renters have been better behaved than some
other residents on her street. She supports stricter rules and enforcement to help
with problematic short-term rental homes. She also supports the owner's choice to
rent their properties. She attached a petition which included 129 signatures.
Brian Felber, ILCC Member, stated that he purchased his short-term rental in 2019
with the intentions of renting it when he couldn't enjoy it and eventually retiring there.
He provided facts about citations, call complaints, and revenues generated from
guests of short-term vacation rentals. He feels short-term vacation rentals support
jobs and local businesses in the City. He supports the position of the ILCC that with
stricter regulations and proper enforcement, short-term vacation rentals and
residents of Cathedral City can peacefully coexist. He attached a petition which
included 210 signatures.
Alex Knutson stated that he purchased his home in the Cove to enjoy as a family
and, also rent short-term to help subsidize the costs of the home. He provided a list
of requirements he imposes on his guests. He welcomes the rules and abides to
them with the highest regard. He provided recommendations for penalty fees, noise,
parking and trash. He feels strongly that there can be regulations and host
responsibilities to ensure renters are not a nuisance to the community.
Simeon Den feels that the fair governance on the issue of short-term vacation
rentals will require balancing the substantial economic benefits with the strong hand
of effective Code Enforcement. He indicated that he rents his property through
Airbnb and attracts a subdued clientele and not partiers. He also lives on the
premise which allows him to monitor infractions. He urged the City Council to give
owner-occupied short-term vacation rentals their own category so they can continue
to prosper and promote the City.
Terry Applegate discussed the billions of dollars generated for the Coachella Valley
by tourism. She feels that in a recession all revenue streams are critical, and we
need a well-managed approach for short-term vacation rentals. She suggested a
"three strikes you are out" approach with higher fines for non-compliant owners and
renters. She believes a balanced approach is needed to address the complaints, to
keep responsible property owners, to prevent foreclosures and enhance the City's
revenue stream. She attached a petition which included 11 signatures.
Mary Krespis stated that she is a long-time resident of Cathedral City. She
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expressed her concern with the poorly managed short-term vacation rentals near her
home. She feels that the integrity of the neighborhoods has changed, and she urged
the City Council to eliminate all short-term vacation rentals.
Bethany Ballard urged the City Council to consider adopting a provision in the short-
term vacation rental rules and regulations reducing the cost of the permit fees for
minorities that meet certain qualifications.
Christian Figueroa hopes that the City Council does not vote to, in any way,
discourage homeowners from sharing their homes with the many people that wish to
come visit the Valley. He feels that the visitors infuse the area with money and bring
excitement. He urged the City Council to vote to continue to allow them to share
their homes and keep Cathedral City thriving and growing.
The City Clerk's office received one call in opposition to short-term vacation rentals
and would support a ban.
The City Clerk's office received 76 additional comments that have been shared with
the City Council. Of those comments 15 want short-term vacation rentals
banned/phased out, 59 want to keep short-term vacation rentals with regulations,
and 2 have an issue with short-term vacation rentals being open during the
pandemic.
2. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
A. Short-Term Vacation Rental Task Force Report
Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and
direction only.
City Manager Charles McClendon presented the Short-Term Vacation Rental
Task Force's recommendation report.
Councilmember Rita Lamb supports a phase-out of short-term vacation rentals.
Mayor Pro Tern Raymond Gregory supports a phase-out of short-term vacation
rentals in the City but still allowing them in Home-Owners Associations and in
areas where the CC&R's allow them.
Councilmember Mark Carnevale supports a phase-out of short-term vacation
rentals, while allowing them to continue in Home-Owners Associations and in
areas where the CC&R's allow them as well as home-sharing. He would like to
have a hardship clause.
Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez supports a phase-out of short-term vacation
rentals.
It was the consensus of the City Council to phase-out short-term vacation rentals,
excluding home-sharing, Home-Owners Associations and in areas where
CC&R's allow them.
City Manager McClendon stated that there are recommendations for the Council
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to consider, to ensure proper regulation and enforcement of short-term vacation
rentals until the phase-out period has concluded.
City Attorney Eric Vail informed the Council of the need to have a phase-out
period to allow for a fair time period for owners of short-term vacation rentals to
recuperate investments or re-purpose their properties. He would like the City
Council to consider adopting a blanket time, and if allowing for a hardship
provision, he would need to do further research to draw reasonable conclusions.
Mayor John Aguilar requested that any hardship provision be simple for those
who need to apply.
Councilmember Mark Carnevale feels that a two-year phase-out plan would be
enough time for owners to re-purpose their properties and questioned if a
hardship provision is even necessary.
City Attorney Eric Vail reiterated the reasons for a phase-out period which would
give the owners sufficient time and would protect the City against legal litigation.
Mayor John Aguilar feels that a longer phase-out period is better due to the
current COVID-19 pandemic.
Mayor Pro Tern Raymond Gregory feels that 1-2 years for a phase-out is ok,
however, he feels that any longer could be problematic. He also feels that a
hardship provision is legally a good idea.
Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez favors a phase out period of one year,
however, if a two-year phase out period is agreed upon, he would support that as
well. He suggested having no hardship provision included.
Councilmember Rita Lamb read an article from the Desert Sun which indicated
that the Coachella Valley housing market has not seen a decrease in home
purchases during the pandemic, and she feels this is something the Council
should consider.
Councilmember Mark Carnevale feels that interest rates are low, and this would
be a good time for owners to sell if they chose to.
City Attorney asked the City Council for clarification on whether or not they want
to allow newly formed Common Interest Developments to allow for short-term
rentals if they were once a regular residential area prior to the formation of the
HOA.
It was the consensus of the City Council to prohibit short-term vacation rentals in
any newly formed HOA (Common Interest Development) that were previously
established as a regular residential area in a R1 or R2 Zone.
City Manager Charles McClendon gave an overview of the 29 recommendations
that were approved unanimously by the Task Force members.
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Mayor John Aguilar concurs with the Task Force on all 29 recommendations that
were approved unanimously.
Mayor Pro Tem Raymond Gregory concurs with the Task Force on all 29
recommendations that were approved unanimously. He asked for clarification on
the definition of home-sharing.
City Manager Charles McClendon provided an overview of the definition and
requirements of home-sharing as outlined in the Task Force recommendations
report.
City Manager McClendon stated that the following 16 recommendations received
majority support by the Task Force:
• Recommendation 10 dealing with definitions
• Recommendations 27,28, 29, and 30 dealing with permit applications
• Recommendations 33 dealing with permit renewal
• Recommendations 37, 39, 42, 49, 52, 53, 55, 59 and 60 dealing with
operational requirements
• Recommendation 67 dealing with violation fines
He gave an overview of each of the 16 recommendation and highlighted the
reasons for the objections by Task Force members who were not in favor of the
recommendations.
City Attorney Eric Vail suggested that the City Council may need two standards
in regard to the proposed recommendations numbers 66 and 67. One for the
short-term vacation rentals that will be phased-out and one for those short-term
vacation rentals that will remain in the excluded areas outlined by the City
Council.
It was the consensus of the City Council to implement the following
recommendations:
• Recommendation 27- Remove the additional insured provision
• Recommendation 33- Align with the policies in place for Business
Licenses
• Recommendation 67- Violations shall accumulate over a 12-month period
City Manager McClendon stated that the following recommendations required the
selection of options:
• Recommendation 36 dealing with occupancy limits
• Recommendation 63 dealing with operating or advertising without a
license
• Recommendation 65 dealing with fines for false complaints
• Recommendation 66 dealing with violations and license revoking
• Recommendation 68 dealing with advertising
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In regard to recommendation 36, the City Council asked that the City Attorney
verify if the City can impose occupancy limits of 2 occupants per bedroom with a
maximum of 10 occupants.
City Attorney Eric Vail will confirm and report back to the Council.
It was the consensus of the City Council to implement the following
recommendations with the following options:
• Recommendation 63- Option 1
• Recommendation 65- Option 2
• Recommendation 66- Higher fines with a three-strike rule and a reset after
a 12-month period
• Recommendation 68- Option 1, remove language for the suspension for
first violation and add a 6-month suspension for second violation
City Manager McClendon stated that the following recommendations where
considered by the Task Force, but where not recommended:
• Recommendation 7 dealing with definitions
• Recommendations 17, 22 and 25 dealing with the permit application
• Recommendation 34 dealing with resident complaint protocol
• Recommendations 38, 41, 44, 45, 46, 48, 54, 56 and 57 dealing with
operational requirements
• Recommendation 69 dealing with the CCMC Noise Ordinance
It was the consensus of the City Council to implement the following
recommendations:
• Recommendation 7
• Recommendation 22, include mailers upon renewals and increase to 300
feet within 30 days
• Recommendation 25,
• Recommendation 34
• Recommendation 38, allowing for video check in
• Recommendation 41
• Recommendation 44
• Recommendation 48
• Recommendation 54, with filing of contracts within 24 hours
In regard to recommendation 69, it was the consensus of the City Council not to
implement this recommendation but rather have a future discussion on the
current noise ordinance.
In regard to the proposed policy recommendations, it was the consensus of the
City Council that these recommendations do not require direction and will be part
of the implementation.
City Manager McClendon provided an overview of the City's enforcement plan
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during the phase-out period. He indicated that staff will need to evaluate staff
resource and contract needs and do a cost analysis to recover the costs of
enforcement. He provided the following timeframe for the next steps in the
process for implementing the ordinance:
• First reading of ordinance revisions-August 26th
• Presentation on enforcement resources needed-August 26th
• Presentation on fees to support enforcement- August 26th
• Second reading of ordinance revisions- September 9th
• Resolution establishing STVR licensing fees- September 9th
• Ordinance effective date- October 9th
City Manager McClendon confirmed that the current moratorium is in effect until
the City Council acts.
City Attorney Eric Vail indicated that the moratorium is not permanent and needs
to be looked at and addressed in the current process.
ADJOURN
Mayor John Aguilar adjourned the Special Meeting of July 29, 2020 at 1:15 PM.
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