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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REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
3:30 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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January 28, 2021

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

Christy Gilbert Holstege, Mayor
Lisa Middleton, Mayor Pro Tem
Grace Elena Garner, Councilmember
Geoff Kors, 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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3:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION

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CALL TO ORDER:

PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY: The City Council welcomes public input. 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.

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: See Closed Session Agenda.

5:30 P.M. REGULAR MEETING

CALL TO ORDER:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

ROLL CALL:

PRESENTATIONS:

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 December 22, 2020, January 5, January 7, January 18, and January 21, 2021. Click to View

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 12-26-20 AND 01-09-21 TOTALING $3,915,554.54 AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WARRANTS DATED 12-23-2020 AND 01-07-21 TOTALING $6,543,421.32, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $10,458,975.86, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA." Click to View

PALM SPRINGS BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019-20
RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and file the Palm Springs Board of Library Trustees Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2019-20. Click to View

TERM EXTENSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO MIRAGE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION:

Extend the term of William Riesen, representing the City of Rancho Mirage, on the Palm Springs International Airport Commission through June 31, 2021. Click to View

STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTHS OF NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2020
RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and Purchase Orders for the period of November 1, 2020, through December 31, 2020. Click to View

AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO SUPERIOR PAVEMENT MARKINGS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $208,804 FOR THE TRAFFIC CALMING PROJECT FY20-21, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-24
RECOMMENDATION:

Award a construction contract to Superior Pavement Markings, Inc., a California corporation, in the amount of $208,804 for the Traffic Calming Project FY20-21, City Project No. 20-24.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CHANDLER ASSET MANAGEMENT, INC., FOR NON-DISCRETIONARY PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Professional Services Agreement for Non-Discretionary Portfolio Advisory Services with Chandler Asset Management, Inc., a California Corporation, for a maximum contract amount of $120,000 or $40,000 per year, for the initial (3) year term, with two (2), one (1) year optional renewals at the City's discretion.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WELLS FARGO BANK FOR INVESTMENT CUSTODY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Professional Services Agreement for Investment Custody Management Services for a maximum contract amount of $30,000 or $10,000 per year, for the initial (3) year term, with two (2), one (1) year optional renewals at the City's discretion.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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RATIFYING THE ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE ACCESS LINE RATE PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE 3.39.050 APPROVED BY VOTERS BY MEASURE "G"
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RATIFYING THE ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE ACCESS LINE RATE PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE §3.39.050 APPROVED BY VOTERS BY MEASURE G." Click to View

RENEW AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, ON BEHALF OF PROBATION DEPARTMENT AND POST-RELEASE ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMPLIANCE TEAM FOR PUBLIC SAFETY REALIGNMENT
RECOMMENDATION:

Renew an agreement with Riverside County, on behalf of its Probation Department and Post-release Accountability and Compliance Team, through June 30, 2021.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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ACCEPTANCE OF INDIAN CANYON DRIVE TWO-WAY CONVERSION AND PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO. 17-08
RECOMMENDATION:

Accept the public works improvement identified as Indian Canyon Drive Two-Way Conversion and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Enhancements, City Project No. 17-08, as completed in accordance with the plans and specifications.
Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file for recordation with the Riverside County Recorder a Notice of Completion for Indian Canyon Drive Two-Way Conversion and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Enhancements, City Project No. 17-08.

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PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT TO UPGRADE LIBRARY'S AUTOMATED MATERIALS HANDLING SYSTEM
RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize issuance of a Purchase Order in the amount of $26,749.86 to MK Solutions of York, PA, for the purchase of seven computers, four receipt printers, upgrades to the software, onsite service, and installation fees for the Automated Materials Handling system. Due to the proprietary nature of the automated materials handling system, the City Council may waive the competitive requirements of the Procurement Ordinance and award a Sole Source purchase to MK Solutions pursuant to the provisions of 7.04.020 of the Municipal Code.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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REQUEST BY PENCIL BOX ARCHITECTS, INC., ON BEHALF OF THE 420 LOUNGE, LLC (OBA COOKIES), FOR A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION TO ALTER THE EXTERIOR OF AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR 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:

Approve the proposed exterior alterations, including the application of a gradient film with a modified logo for the storefront windows, subject to the condition that the glazing of the entrance door will remain transparent. Click to View

AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF ELEVEN (11) SHADE STRUCTURES FROM SHADE STRUCTURES INC., A TEXAS CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $327,140 FOR THE PARK SHADE STRUCTURES, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-28
RECOMMENDATION:

Amend the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Budget and approve an additional appropriation of $283,418 from the Measure J Capital Fund Balance for the Park Shade Structures, City Project No. 20-28.
In accordance with Section 7.09.010 "Cooperative Purchasing Programs," of the Palm Springs Municipal Code, authorize the purchase and installation of 11 shade structures from Shade Structures Inc. dba USA Shade & Fabric Structures, a Texas corporation, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing Contract 030117-LTS, for an amount of $327,140.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVE LEASE AMENDMENT NO. 4 WITH THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS, FOR USE OF THE CITY OWNED VISITOR CENTER LOCATED AT 2901 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROMOTING TOURISM
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Lease Amendment No. 4 between the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and the City of Palm Springs for non-exclusive use of the City-owned Visitor Center at 2901 North Palm Canyon Drive for the purpose of promoting tourism.
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the amendment.

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APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO CONSULTING SERVICES AGREMEENT WITH SLOAN VAZQUEZ MCAFEE
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Consulting Services Agreement with Sloan Vazquez McAfee, in substantially to form as on file with the Office of the City Clerk.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF ALL-WAY STOP INTERSECTIONS ON S. PALM CANYON DR. AT LA VERNE WAY, S. PALM CANYON DR. AT MURRAY CANYON DR., AND LA VERNE WAY AT TOLEDO AVE., AND RELATED TRAFFIC SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO ESTABLISH AN ALL-WAY STOP CONTROLLED INTERSECTION AT SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND LA VERNE WAY, SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND MURRAY CANYON DRIVE, AND LA VERNE WAY AND TOLEDO AVENUE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 12.16.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE."
Authorize expenditure of $100,000 from the Special Gas Tax Fund for installation of related improvements.

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AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF NEW VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3,150,000
RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize an expenditure not to exceed $3,150,000 to purchase new vehicles, inclusive of outfitting and equipment costs, with an allowance for the 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 issuance of Purchase Orders with 72 Hour LLC dba National Auto Fleet Group pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing Contract 120716-NAF for new fleet vehicles.
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 14 Ford Interceptors and 5 Ford Explorers for the Police Department at an initial cost of $940,969.79 for a term of 5 years at an interest rate of 1.5%.
Authorize the preparation of financial documents relating to the financing of the 14 Ford Interceptors and 5 Ford Explorers for the Police Department, and schedule for City Council approval on February 11, 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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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR: Items removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion are considered at this time.

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

AN APPLICATION BY JEREMY SCOTT, OWNER, FOR CLASS 1 (LANDMARK) HISTORIC DESIGNATION OF "THE ARTHUR ELROD RESIDENCE" LOCATED AT 2175 SOUTHRIDGE DRIVE (APN's 510- 250-031 AND 510-250-026), CASE HSPB #64
RECOMMENDATION:

Open the public hearing and receive public testimony.
Close the public hearing and adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING "THE ARTHUR ELROD RESIDENCE" LOCATED AT 2175 SOUTHRIDGE DRIVE, AS A CLASS 1 / LANDMARK HISTORIC RESOURCE HSPB #64, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS (APN 510-250-031 AND 510-250-026)."

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A RECOMMENDATION BY THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD FOR CLASS 2 {HISTORIC MERIT) DESIGNATION OF THE PALM SPRINGS RACQUET CLUB, A CLASS 3 HISTORIC SITE, LOCATED AT 2743 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE (APN'S 504-040- 038 AND 504-133-002), CASE HSPB #83
RECOMMENDATION:

Open the public hearing and receive public testimony.
Close the public hearing and adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING ''THE PALM SPRINGS RACQUET CLUB" LOCATED AT 2473 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, A CLASS 2 (HISTORIC MERIT) HISTORIC SITE, (HSPB #83), APN'S 504-040-038, AND 504-133-002, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS."

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EUGENE H. SHADWICK (OWNER) REPRESENTED BY JS INFRASTRUCTURE PARTNERS (AT&T WIRELESS) FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY CONSISTING OF A SIXTY (60') FOOT TALL MONOPALM LOCATED AT 333 WEST RADIO ROAD, ZONE M-1 (CASE NO. 5.1516 CUP)
RECOMMENDATION:

Open the public hearing and receive public testimony.
Adopt Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY CONSISTING OF A SIXTY (60') FOOT TALL MONOPALM LOCATED AT 333 WEST RADIO ROAD."

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LEGISLATIVE: NONE.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS: NONE.

NEW BUSINESS:

PALM SPRINGS COVID-19 SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the Palm Springs COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program to provide financial assistance to small businesses and non-profit organizations in the form of 6- month forgivable loans not to exceed $10,000 per eligible business or non-profit.
Direct staff to announce and release the Palm Springs COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program and initiate the application process.
Authorize the City Manager to prepare administrative regulations necessary to implement the Palm Springs COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program.
Authorize staff to extend business licenses for businesses located in Palm Springs that were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic by the period of time the business was closed in the prior year.
Consider funding for the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce Restaurant Coupon Program, and authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement to facilitate the Chamber's implementation of the Restaurant Coupon Program.
Defer the automatic CPI increase on all City user fees and charges for Fiscal Year 2021 /2022.
Direct staff as appropriate

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APPROVAL OF ART PLACEMENT "ALTANVIRO AND LOPER" BY CHRISTOPHER MYERS AT SIX LOCATIONS WITHIN THE TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY MEDIAN BETWEEN SUNRISE WAY AND EL CIELO ROAD AS PART OF THE 2021 DESERT X EXHIBITION
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the temporary placement of public art "Altanviro and Loper'' by the artist Christopher Myers at six locations within the Tahquitz Canyon Way median between Sunrise Way and El Cielo Road.
Authorize the City Manager to execute a License Agreement with Desert X and/or Christopher Myers, in a legal form acceptable by the City Attorney, for temporary placement of public art "Altanviro and Loper'' by the artist Christopher Myers at six locations within the Tahquitz Canyon Way median between Sunrise Way and El Cielo Road.
Authorize an expenditure of $30,000 from Public Art Funds for installation of the public art.

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APPROPRIATION OF QUIMBY ACT PARK FEES AS THE CITY'S LOCAL MATCH FOR THE LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND GRANT FOR THE DEMUTH DOG PARK PROJECT
RECOMMENDATION:

Confirm the City's availability of funds for its 50% local match to the LWCF grant for the Demuth Dog Park Project in the amount of $1,650,235.
Amend the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Budget to appropriate an additional $409,250 from Fund Balance in the Quimby Act Fee Fund (Fund 152).
Amend the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Budget to appropriate $798,270 of Quimby Act Funds for the Demuth Dog Park Project.
Include an appropriation of $650,000 of Quimby Act Funds and $202,000 in Measure J Capital Funds in the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget for the Demuth Dog Park Project.

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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. 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 AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA DEVELOPMENT: This time is set aside for the City Council to make requests of staff, and/or issues of concern to Councilmembers are briefly presented, prioritized and set for future meeting dates.

ADJOURNMENT

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING

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County of Riverside ) ss.
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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 Friday, January 22, 2021, 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

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(760) 323-8204.

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