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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS

CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA

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REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
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.
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           March 25, 2021          
 
           
3:00 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
 
             
AGENDA EN ESPAÑOL DISPONIBLE EL SÁBADO - HAGA CLIC AQUÍ   Click to View
 
 
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.  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.
 
1.   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.
 
A.   LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR HOUSE RESOLUTION 69, SUNSHINE PROTECTION ACT
RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize the issuance of a letter to local federal representatives calling for their support of House Resolution 69, Sunshine Protection Act.
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B.   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 02-20-21 AND 03-06-21 TOTALING $3,224,185.63 AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WARRANTS DATED 02-18-21 AND 03-04-21 TOTALING $7,381,227.84, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $10,605,413.47, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA."
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C.   ACCEPTANCE OF THE 2020 SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM REPAIRS, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-20
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Accept the public works improvement identified as 2020 Sewer Collection Systems Repairs, City Project No. 20-20, as completed in accordance with the plans and specifications.
  2. Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file for recordation with the Riverside County Recorder a Notice of Completion for the 2020 Sewer Collection Systems Repairs, City Project No. 20-20.
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D.   APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. N038 REV. 2, WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR USE OF HIGHWAY BRIDGE PROGRAM (HBP) FUNDS FOR THE SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE OVER TAHQUITZ CREEK, CITY PROJECT NO. 12-02, FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. BRLS 5282(042)
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. N038 REV. 2 TO ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT FOR FEDERAL-AID PROJECT NO. 08-5282R, WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, IN THE AMOUNT OF $299,231 FOR THE SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE BRIDGE OVER TAHQUITZ CREEK, FEDERALLY-FUNDED PROJECT NO. BRLS 5282 (042), CITY PROJECT NO. 12-02."
  2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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E.   SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2041 OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RELATING TO AN ANNUAL UPDATE OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (CASE 5.1466 ZTA)
RECOMMENDATION:

Waive the second reading of the text in its entirety, read by title only, and adopt Ordinance No. 2041, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN ANNUAL UPDATE TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (CASE 5.1466 ZTA)."
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F.   REQUEST BY MARTYN L. BULLARD, OWNER, FOR APPROVAL OF MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR THE KRAMER RESIDENCE, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE LOCATED AT 800 EAST GRANVIA VALMONTE (APN #507-202-017), (HSPB #119)
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of Palm Springs and Martyn L. Bullard.
  2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
  3. Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.
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G.   ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR CANNABIS EQUITY GRANT FUNDING
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR CANNABIS EQUITY GRANT FUNDING."
  2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents consistent with this Resolution.
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H.   WAIVER OF FEES RELATED TO PALM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING CARAVAN, GRADUATION CARAVAN, AND BANNERS PROMOTING OUTSTANDING 2021 SENIORS
RECOMMENDATION:


Authorize the City Manager to waive fees in the amount of $16,900, for City services requested by Palm Springs High School associated with the 2021 Homecoming Caravan, 2021 Graduation Caravan, and Outstanding 2021 Senior Banners.
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I.   ACCEPT A RESIGNATION FROM THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION:

Accept with regret the resignation of Chantal Sanchez from the Parks and Recreation Commission.
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J.   UPDATE TO REPRESENTATIVES TO THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION:


Appoint Jay Virata, Director of Community & Economic Development Director, and Geoff Kors, Councilmember, to serve as the City's representative and alternate to the Riverside County Community Action Partnership.
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K.   RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR ASSEMBLY BILL 43, TRAFFIC SAFETY
RECOMMENDATION:


Adopt a Resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS SUPPORT FOR ASSEMBLY BILL 43, TRAFFIC SAFETY."
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L.   AWARD OF CONTRACT TO ABACUS SPORTS INSTALLATIONS LTD, A PENNSYLVANIA CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $98,315 FOR THE GYM FLOOR REPLACEMENT AT THE JAMES O. JESSIE DESERT HIGHLAND UNITY CENTER, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-26
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. In accordance with Section 7.09.010 "Cooperative Purchasing Programs," of the Palm Springs Municipal Code, award a contract in the amount of $98,315 to Abacus Sports Installations LTD, a Pennsylvania Corporation dba Abacus Sports Synthetic Floor Installations, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing Contract 060518-RBI.
  2.  Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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M.   RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO BECOME AN ADDITIONAL MEMBER OF THE CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY HOUSING AGENCY ("CALCHA"); APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF ONE OR MORE PUBLIC BENEFIT AGREEMENTS WITH CALCHA; AND SUPPORTING CALCHA'S ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR THE PRODUCTION, PRESERVATION AND PROTECTION OF ESSENTIAL MIDDLE-INCOME RENTAL HOUSING WITHIN CITY LIMITS
RECOMMENDATION:


Adopt a Resolution entitled, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO BECOME AN ADDITIONAL MEMBER OF THE CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY HOUSING AGENCY ("CALCHA"); APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF ONE OR MORE PUBLIC BENEFIT AGREEMENTS WITH CALCHA; AND SUPPORTING CALCHA'S ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR THE PRODUCTION, PRESERVATION AND PROTECTION OF ESSENTIAL MIDDLE-INCOME RENTAL HOUSING WITHIN CITY LIMITS."
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N.   PALM SPRINGS COVID-19 SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM UPDATE
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Approve businesses listed for participation in the COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program, as identified in the staff report on file with the City Clerk. 
  2. Direct staff as appropriate
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O.   RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL DENOUNCING VIOLENT CRIMES AGAINST ASIANS, ASIAN AMERICANS, AND PACIFIC ISLANDERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Adopt a resolution entitled, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DENOUNCING VIOLENT CRIMES AGAINST ASIANS, ASIAN AMERICANS, AND PACIFIC ISLANDERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY."
  2. Authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to take all necessary actions identified in the resolution.
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P.   DISCUSSION ON ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR DURATION OF THE TERM FOR THE CITY AUDITING FIRM
RECOMMENDATION:


Adopt a Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A POLICY FOR THE DURATION OF THE TERM FOR A CITY AUDITING FIRM.”
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Q.   SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING "HERO PAY" FOR FRONT-LINE GROCERY WORKERS
RECOMMENDATION:

Waive the second reading of the text in its entirety, read by title only, and adopt Ordinance No. 2040 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 5.87, RELATING TO GROCERY WORKERS IN PALM SPRINGS, AND ESTABLISHING LABOR STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR PREMIUM PAY FOR GROCERY WORKERS WORKING IN PALM SPRINGS".
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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR: Items removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion are considered at this time.
 
2.   PUBLIC HEARINGS:
 
A. I. PRESENTATION ON CITY HOMELESSNESS PROGRAMS AND EFFORTS Click to View
 
A. II. PUBLIC HEARING - CITY COUNCIL REVIEW OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ISSUED FOR WELL IN THE DESERT, LOCATED AT 441 SOUTH CALLE ENCILIA, LSC ZONE (CASE 5.1419 CUP)
RECOMMENDATION:

Conduct the 18-month review of the Conditional Use Permit for the Well in the Desert facility, modify any conditions of approval as may be warranted, and set a date for the next review; or, as an alternative, direct staff to pursue alternate locations for the Well in the Desert facility.
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A. III. PRESENTATION FROM COUNTY STAFF REGARDING HOMESSLENESS PROGRAMS Click to View
 
B. PUBLIC HEARING - REQUEST BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS TO AMEND PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 91, CHAPTER 92, CHAPTER 93 AND CHAPTER 94 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, AND TO AMEND SECTION 93.63.080 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING REVISIONS TO THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW PROCESS AND ASSOCIATED ENTITLEMENT PROCESSES
RECOMMENDATION:

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, AMENDING PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 91, CHAPTER 92, CHAPTER 93, AND CHAPTER 94 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, AND AMENDING SECTION 9.63.080 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT REVISIONS TO THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW PROCESS AND ASSOCIATED ENTITLEMENT PROCESSES."
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3.   LEGISLATIVE: NONE. 
 
4.   UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
 
A.   DISCUSSION REGARDING TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON EVICTIONS FOR COMMERCIAL TENANCIES
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Discuss and decide whether, and if so, how, to extend the City's previous moratorium on commercial evictions, which expired on September 30, 2020.
  2. Provide direction to the City Manager, as Emergency Services Director, as the Council deems appropriate.
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5.   NEW BUSINESS: NONE.
 
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.
 
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

State of California               )
County of Riverside            )   ss.
City of Palm Springs           )
 
I, Monique M. Lomeli, Acting 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 March 19, 2021, and posted on the City’s website as required by established policies and procedures. 
 
                                                                                            ____________________________
                                                                                                    Monique M. Lomeli, CMC
                                                                                                    Acting Chief Deputy City Clerk

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