Agenda

CITY COUNCIL
AND AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA

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AMENDED REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
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3:00 PM CLOSED SESSION
5:30 PM REGULAR SESSION

Pursuant to Executive Order N-29-20, this meeting may be conducted by teleconference and there will be no in-person public access to the meeting location.

Submit your public comment to the City Council electronically. Material may be emailed to cityclerk@palmspringsca.gov. Transmittal prior to the start of the meeting is required. Any correspondence received during or after the meeting will be distributed to the City Council and retained for the official record.
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December 10, 2020

3:00 PM CLOSED SESSION
5:30 PM REGULAR MEETING

Geoff Kors, Mayor
Christy Gilbert Holstege, Mayor Pro Tem
Grace Elena Garner, Councilmember
Lisa Middleton, Councilmember
Dennis Woods, Councilmember

City of Palm Springs Mission Statement: Palm Springs is an inclusive world-class city dedicated to providing excellent and responsive public services to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations.

David H. Ready, Esq., Ph.D., City Manager
Anthony J. Mejia, MMC, City Clerk
Marcus Fuller, MPA, P.E., P.L.S., Assistant City Manager
Jeffrey S. Ballinger, City Attorney
Nancy Pauley, Director of Finance and Treasurer

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3:00 P.M. CLOSED SESSION

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CALL TO ORDER:

PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY: The City Council welcomes public input. Members of the public may address the City Council by completing a public comment card and giving it to the City Clerk prior to the meeting. Pursuant to State Law, the City Council may not discuss or take action on issues not on the meeting agenda (Government Code Section 54954.2). If you are compensated to communicate with City officials, you may be required to register and/or make certain disclosures as a lobbyist, please see the City Clerk for additional information.

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5:30 P.M. REGULAR MEETING

CALL TO ORDER:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

ROLL CALL:

PUBLIC COMMENT FOR PRESENTATION ITEMS ONLY: The City Council welcomes public input. This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the City Council only on presentation items. Two (2) minutes will be assigned to each speaker. Click to View

PRESENTATIONS:

CERTIFICATION OF ELECTION RESULTS
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE REGULAR MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON DECEMBER 3, 2020, DECLARING THE RESULT AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS ARE PROVIDED BY LAW." Click to View

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APPOINTMENT OF THE MAYOR AND MAYOR PRO TEM
RECOMMENDATION:

Appoint Christy Gilbert Holstege to the position of Mayor and Lisa Middleton to the position of Mayor Pro Term for a one-year term commencing upon appointment. Click to View

ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA: The City Council will discuss the order of the agenda, may amend the order, add urgency items, note abstentions or "no" votes on Consent Calendar items, and request Consent Calendar items be removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. The City Council may also remove items from the Consent Calendar prior to that portion of the Agenda.

REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:

PUBLIC TESTIMONY: (Non-Public Hearing Agenda Items ONLY)
This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the City Council only on agenda items. Two (2) minutes will be assigned to each speaker. Testimony for Public Hearings will only be taken at the time of the hearing, and General Public Comments, non-agenda items, will be taken later in the meeting.

CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND REPORTS: This time is set aside for the City Council to provide additional general comments, reports, and announcements. Additionally, this time is set aside for the City Manager to update the City Council on important items initiated by staff or previously requested by the City Council.

CONSENT CALENDAR:
The following routine matters may be acted upon by one motion. Individual items may be removed by the Council for separate discussion at this time or under Acceptance of the Agenda. The ordinance title is deemed to be read in its entirety and further reading waived on any ordinance listed on the Consent Calendar.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of September 24, 2020, October 8, 2020, and October 22, 2020. Click to View

TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF OCTOBER 31, 2020
RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and file the Treasurer's Investment Report as of October 31, 2020. Click to View

RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE PURSUANT TO THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 24527." Click to View

SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2020-1 (CANYON VIEW) OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
RECOMMENDATION:

Waive the second reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and adopt Ordinance No. 2035 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2020-1 (CANYON VIEW) OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT." Click to View

AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO TORRES SANITATION SYSTEMS CONSTRUCTION, A CALIFORNIA SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP, IN THE AMOUNT OF $164,428 AND APPROVAL OF A PURCHASE ORDER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $42,224 TO VEOLIA WATER WEST OPERATING SERVICES FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE 2020 SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM REPAIRS PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-20
RECOMMENDATION:

Award a construction contract to Torres Sanitation Systems Construction, a California sole proprietorship, in the amount of $164,428 for 2020 Sewer Collection System Repairs Project, City Project No. 20-20.
Authorize a Purchase Order to Veolia Water West Operating Services, Inc., pursuant to Agreement No. 6804, in an amount not to exceed $42,224 for construction management, inspection, and materials testing services for 2020 Sewer Collection System Repairs Project, City Project No. 20-20.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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REQUEST BY DAVE ECK, OWNER, FOR APPROVAL OF A MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR 2244 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY UNIT #7, A CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE IN THE DESERT HOLLY HISTORIC DISTRICT (APN #505-085-010), (HSPB #117 / HD-7)
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of Palm Springs and Dave Eck and the Desert Holly Homeowners Association.
Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.

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REQUEST BY JAY AND PAMELA JENNER, OWNERS FOR APPROVAL OF A MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR 1834 SOUTH BARONA ROAD, A CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE IN THE SANDCLIFF HISTORIC DISTRICT (APN #510- 040-027), (HSPB #93 I HD-5)
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of Palm Springs and Jay and Pamela Jenner and the Sandcliff Owners Association.
Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.

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UPDATE REPORT FROM THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION CHAIR
RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and file a report on the Public Arts Commission Programs during COVID-19. Click to View

RESOLUTION SETTING THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2021
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING PLACE, DAYS, AND TIME AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 24790." Click to View

APPROVE THE COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF VIGILANT SOLUTIONS INTELLIGENCE-LED POLICING PACKAGE WITH A THREE-CAMERA MOBILE LICENSE PLATE READER SYSTEM, EXTENDED HARDWARE WARRANTY, AND HOSTING FEES
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the cooperative purchase of the Vigilant Solutions Intelligence-Led Policing Package with a three-camera Mobile License Plate Reader System mounted on a marked Palm Springs Police Department patrol car for $20,883.61, plus an extended hardware warranty plan for $6,300 and hosting fees for $6,300, for a total amount not to exceed $33,483.61.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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AUTHORIZE AN INCREASE TO PURCHASE ORDER NO. 16-0923 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,287.50 WITH DAVID VOLZ DESIGN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, INC., FOR THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY COURTYARD IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO. 16-02
RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize an increase to Purchase Order No. 16-0923 in the amount of $2,287.50 with the City's "on-call" landscape architect firm, David Volz Design Landscape Architects, Inc., a California corporation, pursuant to Agreement No. 6786, for the Welwood Murray Memorial Library Courtyard Improvements, City Project No 16-02.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF AN ON-CALL PROFESSIONAL AGREEMENT WITH TERRA NOVA PLANNING & RESEARCH, INC. FOR EXPEDITED ZONING REVIEW FOR CANNABIS-RELATED USES
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve an Agreement with Terra Nova Planning & Research, Inc., for expedited cannabis zoning review services for a three (3) year term, in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS, AND DEMANDS
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS/ DISBURSEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 10-31-20 AND 11-14-20 TOTALING $3,328,579.96 AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WARRANTS DATED 10-29-2020 AND 11-12-2020 TOTALING $7,030,420.09, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $10,359,000.05, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA." Click to View

RESOLUTION AMENDING FEES FOR DOG LICENSING
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, REVISING DOG LICENSING FEES, AND ASSOCIATED CHARGES." Click to View

REJECT ALL BIDS RECEIVED FOR IFB NO. 20-01 ROADSIDE AND TRANSIENT MAINTENANCE SERVICE, AUTHORIZE STAFF TO RE-BID
RECOMMENDATION:

Reject the bids received on October 27, 2020, for Roadside and Transient Maintenance services, IFB No. 20-01.
Authorize staff to re-bid the Roadside and Transient Maintenance services with a reduced scope of work.

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REQUEST BY FUMIKO DOCKER OF PENCIL BOX ARCHITECTS, INC., ON BEHALF OF THE 420 LOUNGE, LLC (OBA COOKIES), FOR A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION TO APPLY A NEW COAT OF 'COOKIES BLUE' PAINT TO EXTERIOR BUILDING COLUMNS AND A WALL IN ADDITION TO AL TERI NG THE FRONTAGE OF AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR ADA COMPLIANCE AT A NEW CANNABIS DISPENSARY FACILITY LOCATED AT 777 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (APN: 505-283-008), ZONE C-1, SECTION 10, (CASE 3.229 MAA)
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council approve the proposed project as submitted.
Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW APPLICATION (CASE NO. 3.229 MAA) TO APPLY A NEW COAT OF 'COOKIES BLUE' PAINT TO EXTERIOR BUILDING COLUMNS AND A GARDEN WALL IN ADDITION TO AL TERI NG THE FRONTAGE OF AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR ADA COMPLIANCE AT A NEW CANNABIS DISPENSARY, COOKIES, LOCATED AT 777 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE."

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AUTHORIZE AN INCREASE TO PURCHASE ORDER NO. 20-0659 IN THE AMOUNT OF $317,990 ISSUED TO WILLDAN ENGINEERING, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, PURSUANT TO ON-CALL AGREEMENT (A6688) FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES AND APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 IN THE AMOUNT OF $240,294.TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT (A7071) WITH RIOS CLEMENTI HALE STUDIOS, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, ASSOCIATED WITH THE DOWNTOWN PARK, CITY PROJECT NO. 15- 07
RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize an increase in the amount of $317,990 to Purchase Order No. 20-0659 for Construction Management and Inspection Services with Willdan Engineering, a California corporation.
Approve Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement No. 7071 in the amount of $240,294 with Rios Clementi Hale Studios, a California corporation.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL AND TRANSMITTAL OF RECOGNIZED OBLIGATIONS PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS 21-22A AND 21-228) FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2022, PURSUANT TO SECTION 34169(G)(1) OF CALIFORNIA HEALTH & SAFETY CODE
RECOMMENDATION:

SUCCESSOR AGENCY: Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING THE RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS 21-22 A&B) AND AN ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSE BUDGET FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2022, PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA HEAL TH & SAFETY CODE." Click to View

APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 7139 (A7139) WITH CONSERVE LANDCARE, INC FOR LANDSCAPE AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Amendment No. 2, to Contract Services Agreement No. 7139 with Conserve LandCare, Inc., in the amount of $372,837, for a total annual contract amount of $765,811.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT FEE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019-20
RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and file the City's Development Project Fee Report for Fiscal Year 2019-20. Click to View

AWARD A CONTRACT TO AMERICAN COOLING TOWER, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $249,969 FOR THE CITY HALL AND POLICE DEPARTMENT COOLING TOWER REPLACEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-22
RECOMMENDATION:

Award a contract to American Cooling Tower, Inc., a California corporation, in the amount of $249,969 for the City Hall and Police Department Cooling Tower Replacements, City Project No. 20-22.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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FIRE DEPARTMENT HANDHELD, VEHICLE MOUNTED AND FIRE STATION RADIO REPLACEMENT
RECOMMENDATION:

In accordance with Palm Springs Municipal Code Section 7.04.030, "Special Expertise Procurement," and Section 7.09.010 "Cooperative Purchasing Programs," approve a cooperative purchase from Airwave Communications Enterprises of fifty-six handheld radios, ten vehicle mounted radios and five vehicle mounted mobile repeaters, six vehicle mounted air band radios, five fire station radio packages using the National Association of State Procurement Officials Cooperative Purchasing Program WSCANASPO Contract #06913, inclusive of installation, in the total amount of $397,752.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH, SCI CONSUL TING GROUP, A CALIFORIA CORPORATION FOR A CANNABIS EQUITY ASSESSMENT
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve a Professional Services Agreement with SCI Consulting Group, a California Corporation, in the amount of $40,000 to conduct a cannabis equity assessment.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR: Items removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion are considered at this time.

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

A REQUEST FOR COUNCILMEMBER REVIEW OF AN ACTION TAKEN BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO DENY A REQUEST BY TOWER ENERGY GROUP FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE COLLEGE PARK SPECIFIC PLAN TO CHANGE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION TO MIXED USE/MUL Tl USE AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 5,343-SQUARE FOOT GROCERY STORE (CASE 5.1511 CUP) AND ACCOMPANYING FUELING STATION (CASE 5.1514 CUP) LOCATED AT 3299 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-1, SECTION 3 RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE COLLEGE PARK SPECIFIC PLAN TO CHANGE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION TO MIXED USE/MULTI-USE AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 5,343-SQUARE FOOT GROCERY STORE (CASE 5.1511 CUP) AND ACCOMPANYING FUELING STATION (CASE 5.1514 CUP) LOCATED AT 3299 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE." Or
Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DENYING AN AMENDMENT TO THE COLLEGE PARK SPECIFIC PLAN TO CHANGE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION TO MIXED USE/MUL Tl USE AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 5,343-SQUARE FOOT GROCERY STORE (CASE 5.1511 CUP) AND ACCOMPANYING FUELING STATION (CASE 5.1514 CUP) LOCATED AT 3299 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE."

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DESERT AIDS PROJECT IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE COACHELLA -VALLEY HOUSING COALITION, FOR AN AMENDMENT TO A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT; A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM P/QP AND MOR TO MIXED USE/MUL Tl-USE; A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT; ADOPTION OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION PER CEQA; AND A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR THE ADDITION OF 18,000- SQUARE FEET OF MEDICAL OFFICE SPACE AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SIXTY-ONE (61) UNIT SPECIAL NEEDS HOUSING COMPLEX LOCATED AT 1695 NORTH SUNRISE WAY, ZONE P/R2, SECTION 11. ( CASE NOS. 5.0934 POD 281 & 3.1047 MAJ)
RECOMMENDATION:

Open the hearing and receive testimony.
Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (MND) FOR A PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE, AND A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR A BUILDING EXPANSION AT THE DESERT AIDS PROJECT CAMPUS AND SIXTY-ONE (61) UNITS OF SPECIAL HOUSING LOCATED AT 1695 NORTH SUNRISE WAY."
Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2007 PALM SPRINGS GENERAL PLAN ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 22077, MODIFYING THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MDR) AND PUBLIC/QUASI PUBLIC (P/QP) TO MIXED USE/MUL Tl-USE (MU) AT THE DESERT AIDS PROJECT CAMPUS LOCATED AT 1695 NORTH SUNRISE WAY."
Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR AN 18,000-SQUARE FOOT MEDICAL OFFICE ADDITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SIXTY-ONE (61) UNIT SPECIAL NEEDS HOUSING BUILDING INCLUDING LANDSCAPE REVISIONS LOCATED AT 1695 NORTH SUNRISE WAY."
Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and
Introduce on first reading an Ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE EXPANSION OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PD-281) IN LIEU OF A CHANGE ZONE FOR THE 13.2-ACRE DESERT AIDS PROJECT CAMPUS INCLUDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR A DECREASED BUILDING SETBACK AND INCREASE BUILDING HEIGHT LOCATED AT 1695 NORTH SUNRISE WAY."
Introduce on first reading an Ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF VISTA SUNRISE II SIXTY-ONE (61) UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING ALLOWING ENTITLEMENTS FOR FIVE (5) YEARS AND EXEMPTION OF FEES FOR THE PROJECT LOCATED AT 1695 NORTH SUNRISE WAY."
Amend the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Budget to appropriate $200,000 from unrestricted General Fund balance for the Vista Sunrise II affordable housing project participation in the "Affordable and Multi-Family Housing Incentive Program" pursuant to Resolution No. 24654.

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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE APPROVAL /AGREEMENT WITH HUD, GRANT# B-19- MC-06-0561 IN THE AMOUNT OF $584,613; APPROVING A SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE 2020-2025 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020-2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN TO INCREASE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) BUDGET BY $584,613; AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS
RECOMMENDATION:

Open the Public Hearing and receive public testimony regarding a Substantial Amendment to the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan and 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan for the CDBG Program; and, after the close of the public hearing.
Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE APPROVAL /AGREEMENT WITH HUD, GRANT# B-19-MC-06- 0561 IN THE AMOUNT OF $584,613; APPROVING A SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE 2020-2025 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020-2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN TO INCREASE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) BUDGET BY $584,613; AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS."

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LEGISLATIVE:

INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADD CHAPTER 8.105 TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO AN EXPEDITED, STREAMLINED PERMITTING PROCESS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS AND AMEND SECTION 93.06.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING SPACES AND STATIONS
RECOMMENDATION:

Waive the first reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading an Ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 8.105 "ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION STREAMLINED PERMITTING PROCESS," TO TITLE 8 "BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION," OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO AN EXPEDITED, STREAMLINED PERMITTING PROCESS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS AND AMENDING SECTION 93.06.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING SPACES AND STATIONS." Click to View

UNFINISHED BUSINESS: NONE

NEW BUSINESS:

AUTHORIZE THE LEASE-PURCHASE OF 2 NEW FIRE ATTACK ENGINES WITH CAPITAL ONE PUBLIC FUNDING AT A TOTAL FINANCED COST NOT TO EXCEED $1,000,000; AND AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF 4 NEW VEHICLES FOR THE AIRPORT AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED $160,000
RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize an expenditure not to exceed $1,160,000 to purchase 2 new Fire Attack Engines and 4 vehicles for the Airport, inclusive of outfitting and equipment costs, with an allowance for new model year, increased costs due to pricing changes imposed by car manufacturers at the time of purchase.
In accordance with Section 7.09.010 "Cooperative Purchasing Programs," of the Palm Springs Municipal Code, authorize the issuance of Purchase Orders with 72 Hour LLC dba National Auto Fleet Group pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing Contract 120716-NAF for new fleet vehicles.
In accordance with Section 7.09.010 "Cooperative Purchasing Programs," of the Palm Springs Municipal Code, authorize the issuance of Purchase Orders with Boise Mobile Equipment through a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with the State of California - Department of General Services (Contract Number 1-1-23-21 B) for the new Type 3 Fire Apparatus (Fire Attack Engines).
Authorize the City Manager to execute the Capital One Public Funding term sheet, accepting the interest rate and other terms and conditions of their offer to finance the acquisition of two new Type 3 Fire Apparatus (Fire Attack Engines) at an initial cost of $867,145 for a term of 1 O years at an interest rate of 1.69%.
Authorize preparation of financial documents relating to the financing of the Type 3 Fire Apparatus (Fire Attack Engines), and schedule for City Council approval on January 14, 2021.
After delivery of new vehicles, declare existing vehicles being replaced as surplus vehicles and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sell at public auction in accordance with Chapter 7.07 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN ADDING ONE FIRE MARSHAL
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021, ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 24434."
Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this action.

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REQUEST STATE OF CALIFORNIA BUSINESS, CONSUMER SERVICES, AND HOUSING AGENCY DEPARTMENT AMEND THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS HOMELESS HOUSING, ASSISTANCE AND PREVENTION PROGRAM GRANT
RECOMMENDATION:

Request the State of California Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency approve an amendment to the City of Palm Springs Housing, Homeless Assistance and Prevention Program grant funds transferring $600,000 from the Rental Assistance and Rapid Rehousing line item, $100,000 from the Landlord Incentives line item, $500,000 from the Outreach and Coordination line item and $400,000 from the Prevention and Shelter Diversion to Permanent Housing line item to increase the Delivery of Permanent Housing line item by $1,600,000 from $6,300,000 to $7,900,000. Click to View

RESOLUTION APPOINTING DAVID H. READY AS INTERIM CITY MANAGER AND APPROVING EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA APPOINTING DAVID H. READY AS CITY MANAGER ON AN INTERIM BASIS AND APPROVING EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT," and appointing David H. Ready as City Manager on an interim basis pursuant to Government Code Sections 7522.56 and 21221 (h)
That the City Council approve an Employment Agreement for the Position of Interim City Manager between the City of Palm Springs and David H. Ready, subject to any non-substantive changes made by the City Attorney.

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APPOINTMENTS TO CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES, LIAISONS, AND REPRESENTATIVES TO EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
RECOMMENDATION:

Review and make appointments to City Council subcommittees, liaisons, and representatives to external organizations.
Authorize the City Clerk to prepare and execute FPPC Form 806, Public Official Appointments.

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PUBLIC COMMENT: (Non-Agenda Items) This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the City Council on items of general interest within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City. Although the City Council values your comments, pursuant to the Brown Act, it generally cannot take any action on items not listed on the posted agenda. Two (2) minutes will be assigned to each speaker. Public Comment for non-agenda items will occur before or at 9:00 p.m. or soon thereafter.

CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND REPORTS CONTINUED: This time is set aside for the City Council to provide additional general comments, reports, and announcements. Additionally, this time is set aside for the City Manager to update the City Council on important items initiated by staff or previously requested by the City Council.

ADJOURNMENT

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING

State of California )
County of Riverside ) ss.
City of Palm Springs )

I, John Paul Maier, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, hereby certify this Agenda was delivered to each member of the City Council, provided to all parties who have requested such notice, posted at City Hall before 5:00 p.m., on December 4, 2020, and posted on the City’s website as required by established policies and procedures.

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John Paul Maier, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

P U B L I C N O T I C E S

Pursuant to G.C. Section 54957.5(b)(2) the designated office for inspection of records in connection with the meeting is the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way. Complete Agenda Packets are available for public inspection at: City Hall Office of the City Clerk. Agenda and staff reports are available on the City’s website www.palmspringsca.gov. If you would like additional information on any item appearing on this agenda, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at
(760) 323-8204.

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