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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson stated that staff requests Legislative Item 4.A. be heard concurrently with Public Hearing Item 1.B.
City Clerk Thompson stated that staff requests Consent Calendar Item 2.O be heard concurrently with Public Hearing Item 1.C. and as a Joint Public Hearing of the City Council and the Community Redevelopment Agency Item RA2.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested Item 2.P. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember McCulloch noted his business related abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.C., Warrant No. 103310; and requested Item 2.D. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate vote.
Councilmember Mills requested Items 2.H. and 2.N. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to Approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch.
Vote to Approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Oden and the City Council presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Jeff Hunter, Executive Director, California Tow Truck Association, for their community service by providing assistance to individuals hit hardest by Hurricane Katrina.
The Office of Neighborhood Involvement Committee presented the City Council the New Resident Information Packets.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. SMOKETREE COMMONS, CASE 5.1050, GENERAL PLAN SMOKE TREE AREA PLAN TEXT CHANGE, GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION MAP STREET RECLASSIFICATION, AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT-312, ACCOMMODATING A 170,265-SQUARE FOOT SHOPPING CENTER WITH FOURTEEN BUILDINGS:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
City Attorney Holland provided the City Council with a revised Resolution for consideration by the City Council.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
JEFF CHAMBERS, Representing Applicant, stated he was available for questions.
MICHAEL LEBERMAN, Representing Applicant, provided background information with respect to the development.
CHRIS ELLIOTT, Representing Applicant, provided the City Council with an update on the proposed tenants.
EMERSON SCHARTZKOPT, Palm Springs, stated the homeowners association is not opposed to the project, but they are opposed to the extension of La Reina Way.
JOHN MORRIS, Palm Springs, President of Garden Villas, stated he is opposed to the site plan, and recommended the City Council follow the recommendation of the Planning Commission.
LYNDA KERNEY, Palm Springs, stated she is in favor of the project, but opposed to the third traffic signal and requested the main entrance on Farrell.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the noticing process.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff respond to the extension of the roadway.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff address the discussion of architecture and the site plan at the Planning Commission and Architectural Advisory Committee meetings.
Councilmember Mills noted the sequential numbering on page 3 of the Conditions of approval, noted Condition No. 11 does not apply to this project and the condition should be deleted from the Conditions; and Condition No. 15 does not pertain to commercial properties and should be deleted in the conditions.
Councilmember Mills commented on and requested staff address several components of the site plan and proposed several alternatives.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on several elements of the project, and noted her concerns with excessive traffic lights; requested staff address components of the site plan.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the mix of retailers, noted his agreement with previous comments made by the City Council with respect to the site plan, requested the City Council have final approval of the architecture, stated his support for the elimination of Frontage Road, requested the Applicant address the specialty store and suggestions made by the City Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the proposed delivery route and the potential disturbance caused to the condos on Barona.
Mayor Oden commented on the grouping of certain stores in the retail center, stated his agreement with Councilmember McCulloch regarding the traffic signal and his agreement with Councilmember Pougnet on the Frontage Road, commented on the setbacks, and stated he would request the City Council have the final approval on the architectural review.
Councilmember Mills commented on the planning and development of retention basins, and stated that the City Council is only approving one drive-thru restaurant.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21609, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR CASE 5.1050 PD-312 IS ADEQUATE AND COMPLETE, CERTIFYING THAT REPORT, ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS, AND DIRECTING STAFF TO FILE THE ASSOCIATED NOTICE OF DETERMINATION, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN TEXT TO ALLOW A SPECIALTY MARKET WITHIN THE SMOKE TREE AREA PLAN; AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION MAP TO RECLASSIFY THE SECTION OF EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE ADJACENT TO THE PROJECT SITE AS A "MAJOR THOROUGHFARE" IN ORDER TO FACILITATE THE ELIMINATION OF THE FRONTAGE ROAD, AND ADOPTING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 312, APPROVING THE SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, ON AN APPROXIMATE 17.99-ACRE SITE LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE AND FARRELL DRIVE, ZONE C-S-C, SECTION 36" as amended by correctly numbering the Conditions of Approval, deleting Condition No. 11 with respect to the Section 14 Specific Plan and deleting Condition No. 15 regarding the Public Safety CFD; and 2) Refer the conceptual architectural design to the Architectural Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission for review and action, with the City Council to have approval of the Preliminary Architectural Plan. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21609, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR CASE 5.1050 PD-312 IS ADEQUATE AND COMPLETE, CERTIFYING THAT REPORT, ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS, AND DIRECTING STAFF TO FILE THE ASSOCIATED NOTICE OF DETERMINATION, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN TEXT TO ALLOW A SPECIALTY MARKET WITHIN THE SMOKE TREE AREA PLAN; AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION MAP TO RECLASSIFY THE SECTION OF EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE ADJACENT TO THE PROJECT SITE AS A "MAJOR THOROUGHFARE" IN ORDER TO FACILITATE THE ELIMINATION OF THE FRONTAGE ROAD, AND ADOPTING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 312, APPROVING THE SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, ON AN APPROXIMATE 17.99-ACRE SITE LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE AND FARRELL DRIVE, ZONE C-S-C, SECTION 36" as amended by correctly numbering the Conditions of Approval, deleting Condition No. 11 with respect to the Section 14 Specific Plan and deleting Condition No. 15 regarding the Public Safety CFD; and 2) Refer the conceptual architectural design to the Architectural Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission for review and action, with the City Council to have approval of the Preliminary Architectural Plan. (Approved)
1.B. APPLICATION BY VIA ESCUELA LAND PARTNERS, LLC, CASE 5.10388, TO APPEAL PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION OF MAY 24, 2006, DENYING THE REQUEST TO AMEND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 33542 AND PD-310 TO REMOVE CONDITION OF APPROVAL NO. 51, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF VIA ESCUELA AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE PD-310, SECTION 3, APN 504-310-035:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2005.
Mayor Oden requested staff address State Route 111 in this area, and the role of Sunline in the determination of the proposed bus stop.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff address if the small turn-out is not approved by Cal-Trans.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the parking shoulder area, before the encroachment on State Route 111.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
ERIC GUINAN, Representing Applicant, commented on the best solution, however, Cal-Trans must approve that solution, stated this hearing is applicable and needed if Cal-Trans does not approve that solution.
MARK MCNALLEY Applicant, commented on the Cal-Trans feedback to "popping out" the curb.
No further speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated her support for the project as outlined in the letter submitted by Eric Guinean and recommended we allow for the 4 foot turn-out or remove Condition No. 51.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the requirement for Cal-Trans approval and if Cal-Trans has imposed a condition if the curb stays as-is; commented on the loss of four Palm Trees at the entry to the City, and requested staff address if a possible center left-turn lane would ever have to be installed.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the decision of staff, and stated his support for the Applicants request and would support the elimination of Condition No. 51.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff address eliminating Condition No. 51 as opposed to the alternate solution; commented on the removal of Palm Trees.
Mayor Oden commented on the removal of Palm Trees and the effects of this stop on the Riviera Hotel.
Councilmember Mills commented on elimination of the turn-out, but not the bus shelter and requested Condition 51 be amended but included.
Motion to 1) Grant the Appeal of Via Escuela Land Partners, LLC, Case No. TTM33542, PD-310, APN 504-310-035 amending Condition No. 51 of Exhibit A to Resolution No. 21387 to read
"Prior to issuance of occupancy permits, the applicant shall install a bus shelter along the project's North Palm Canyon right-of way at a location to be determined by the City Engineer and in compliance with State and Federal accessibility requirements. The design of the shelter shall complement the project architecture and shall be reviewed by the Director of Planning Services prior to installation." and
2) Adopt Resolution No. 21610 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL MAP 33542 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2003 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, AND APPROVING A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH VIA ESCUELA LAND PARTNERS, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5291. Moved by Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to 1) Grant the Appeal of Via Escuela Land Partners, LLC, Case No. TTM33542, PD-310, APN 504-310-035 amending Condition No. 51 of Exhibit A to Resolution No. 21387 to read
"Prior to issuance of occupancy permits, the applicant shall install a bus shelter along the project's North Palm Canyon right-of way at a location to be determined by the City Engineer and in compliance with State and Federal accessibility requirements. The design of the shelter shall complement the project architecture and shall be reviewed by the Director of Planning Services prior to installation." and
2) Adopt Resolution No. 21610 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL MAP 33542 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2003 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, AND APPROVING A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH VIA ESCUELA LAND PARTNERS, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5291. (Approved)
The City Council recessed at 8:12 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 8:24 P.M.
The City Council convened as a Joint Meeting of the City Council and the City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency at 8:24 P.M.
1.C. ADOPTION OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 BUDGET AND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
Staff Report Item RA2.
Staff Report Item 2.O.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Budget documents.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested the City Manager address the funding for the Tahquitz Canyon Wash improvements.
Councilmember Pougnet provided information on the TOT pilot project and enforcement of the TOT requirements in the City.
Mayor Oden commented on the TOT pilot project and commented on grant opportunities.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on employee costs, historical overview and fund balance.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the reserve on a percentage basis, library services, and commented on the desert landscape conversion for Tahquitz and modifications to City Hall.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the focus of the City Council toward the income side of the budget.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the revenues and the revitalization of the Downtown area.
Councilmember McCulloch requested the motion and the vote between the City, Agency and Allocated Positions be separated.
Mayor Oden commented on the focus on revenue side of the budget process.
Motion to (CITY COUNCIL) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21611, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07;" and 2) Direct the City Manager and Director of Finance and Treasurer to take the necessary action to execute the adoption of the budget. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to (CITY COUNCIL) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21611, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07;" and 2) Direct the City Manager and Director of Finance and Treasurer to take the necessary action to execute the adoption of the budget. (Approved)
Motion to (COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1301, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07;" and 2) Direct the Executive Director and Director of Finance and Agency Treasurer to take the necessary action to execute the adoption of the budget. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to (COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1301, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07;" and 2) Direct the Executive Director and Director of Finance and Agency Treasurer to take the necessary action to execute the adoption of the budget. (Approved)
Motion to (CITY COUNCIL) Adopt Resolution No. 21612, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006-07." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to (CITY COUNCIL) Adopt Resolution No. 21612, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006-07." (Approved)
RA1. VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP, RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000:
Staff Report Item RA1.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the participation of the investor, and any contingency fund.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the timing of the original construction bid.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to (COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1300, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1, A RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PROMISSORY NOTE, AND DEED OF TRUST WITH THE ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS WITH VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0464C.
(CITY COUNCIL) Adopt Resolution No. 21613, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1, A RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PROMISSORY NOTE, AND DEED OF TRUST WITH THE ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS WITH VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A0464C. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to (COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1300, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1, A RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PROMISSORY NOTE, AND DEED OF TRUST WITH THE ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS WITH VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0495C.
(CITY COUNCIL) Adopt Resolution No. 21613, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1, A RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PROMISSORY NOTE, AND DEED OF TRUST WITH THE ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS WITH VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A0495C. (Approved)
RA2. PUBLIC HEARING - ADOPTION OF FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 BUDGET:
Staff Report Item RA2.
Heard concurrently with Public Hearing Item 1.C.
RA3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item RA3.
Motion to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of April 5, 2006. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch.
Vote to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of April 5, 2006. (Approved)
The City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 9:10 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MICHAEL BOWLING, Palm Springs, commented on crime in his neighborhood, and requested an increase in funding for the Police Department.
DR. WAYNE MCKINNY, commented on Consent Calendar Item 2.H. and requested the City Council support the extended hours at the Cooling Center.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, commented on Item 5.E. and requested the City Council overrule the decision of the VillageFest Board.
BOB HELBLING, Palm Springs, commented on the Joint Meeting of the City Council, Planning Commission and the Architectural Advisory Committee and in support of future meetings.
SARA MUNRO, Josha Tree, commented on Item 5.E. and requested the City Council overrule the VillageFest Board.
CRAIG BLAU, Palm Springs, commented on the current initiative being circulated regarding height limitations.
Councilmember McCulloch stated he had to leave the meeting early and left the meeting at 9:29 P.M.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS:
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.Q., and 2.R. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.Q., and 2.R. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.E. APPROVAL OF A NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION COMPLETION BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND AMERICAN REALTY TRUST, INC., FOR PARCEL MAP 30745, DESTINATION RAMON:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF APRIL 30, 2006:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL WINE AT FAME TOBACCONIST LOCATED AT 155 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.I. PROPOSED AGREEMENTS AWARD TO FIVE FULL-SERVICE AIRPORT RENTAL CAR OPERATORS (AVIS RENT A CAR SYSTEM, LLC, BUDGET RENT A CAR SYSTEM, INC., DTG OPERATIONS, INC., THE HERTZ CORPORATION, VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC., AND TO ONE LIMITED SERVICE AIRPORT RENTAL CAR OPERATOR ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR COMPANY OF LOS ANGELES) TO OPERATE AIRPORT RENTAL CAR CONCESSIONS:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.J. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5033 WITH SIERRA AVIATION GROUP, INC:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
2.K. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE RACE-NEUTRAL IMPLEMENTATION AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
2.L. CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CONTRERAS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR FIRE STATION NO. 1, PARKING LOT RESURFACING:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
2.M. ACCEPTANCE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE FROM NATBECK INVESTMENTS, SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, FILE R-05-15:
Staff Report Item 2.M.
2.O. ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR POSITIONS IN THE CITY SERVICE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006-07:
Staff Report Item 2.O.
2.Q. PURCHASE CYRUN CAD AND RMS COMPUTER SYSTEM:
Staff Report Item 2.Q.
2.R. AGREEMENT WITH MSA CONSULTING, INC. FOR "FOCUSED ENTITLEMENT" PLANNING SERVICES FOR THE PALM SPRINGS ART COLONY, A PROPOSED MIXED-USE RESIDENTIAL AND RETAIL DEVELOPMENT ON APPROXIMATELY 15 ACRES ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF RACQUET CLUB ROAD BETWEEN NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, CASE 5.1113 PD-329/3.2903:
Staff Report Item 2.R.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1690, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), ANNEXATION NO. 1:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
Motion to Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1690, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), ANNEXATION NO. 1." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1690, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), ANNEXATION NO. 1." (Approved)
2.H. TEMPORARY MODIFICATIONS TO OPERATE A COOLING CENTER IN CONJUNCTION WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY’S SUMMER CRISIS PLAN TO BE HOSTED BY THE WELL IN THE DESERT, DBA THE DESERT RESOURCE CENTER:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
Councilmember Mills requested staff provide information on the other Cooling Centers in the City, and the close proximity of Cooling Centers.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat indicated the Sub-Committee is not addressing the services at the Frey Building.
Mayor Oden asked the sub-committee members if this action is congruent with the overall direction of sub-committee reviewing Homeless issues.
Motion to Direct the City Manager to modify the days and hours of operation, on an as-needed basis, at the Dr. R.G. Frey-Jaycees Community Building for the designated Cooling Center operated by The Well in the Desert, dba the Desert Resource Center. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Direct the City Manager to modify the days and hours of operation, on an as-needed basis, at the Dr. R.G. Frey-Jaycees Community Building for the designated Cooling Center operated by The Well in the Desert, dba the Desert Resource Center. (Approved)
2.N. CONTRACTS FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR PARKS, PARKWAYS, ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS AND MISCELLANEOUS LANDSCAPED AREAS:
Staff Report Item 2.N.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the provisions of the new contract with respect to park maintenance.
Motion to 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7868, Approving an agreement with Kirkpatrick Landscape Services for parks landscape maintenance services for an initial term of three years, with two additional two-year renewal options at the City Manager’s discretion, in the amount of $1,756,350.15, plus annual CPI adjustments, if earned, for the initial term, and subject to approval of final form of contract by the City Attorney; 2) Adopt Minute Order No. 7869, Approving an agreement with Merchants Landscape Services for parkways and assessment district landscape maintenance services for an initial term of three years, with two additional two-year renewal options at the City Manager’s discretion, in the amount of $1,721,184.00, plus annual CPI adjustments, if earned, for the initial term, and subject to approval of final form of contract by the City Attorney; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to prepare and execute contractual agreements with Kirkpatrick Landscape Services for landscape maintenance of City parks and Merchants Landscape Services for landscape maintenance of City parkways, assessment districts and miscellaneous landscape areas. A5299. A5300. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7868, Approving an agreement with Kirkpatrick Landscape Services for parks landscape maintenance services for an initial term of three years, with two additional two-year renewal options at the City Manager’s discretion, in the amount of $1,756,350.15, plus annual CPI adjustments, if earned, for the initial term, and subject to approval of final form of contract by the City Attorney; 2) Adopt Minute Order No. 7869, Approving an agreement with Merchants Landscape Services for parkways and assessment district landscape maintenance services for an initial term of three years, with two additional two-year renewal options at the City Manager’s discretion, in the amount of $1,721,184.00, plus annual CPI adjustments, if earned, for the initial term, and subject to approval of final form of contract by the City Attorney; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to prepare and execute contractual agreements with Kirkpatrick Landscape Services for landscape maintenance of City parks and Merchants Landscape Services for landscape maintenance of City parkways, assessment districts and miscellaneous landscape areas. A5299. A5300. (Approved)
2.P. APPROVE RFP FOR ROTATIONAL TOW PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item 2.P.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat wanted to verify that the RFP included a provision for customer service and other types of training.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21619, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR POLICE TOW SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR PROPOSALS." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21619, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR POLICE TOW SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR PROPOSALS." (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. FINAL MAP 33542 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH VIA ESCUELA LAND PARTNERS, LLC, FOR A ONE LOT TRACT MAP FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES, LOCATED AT 2003 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
Item heard concurrently with Public Hearing Item 1.B.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER TO THE GENE AUTRY TRAIL GATEWAY LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, PROJECT TEAM:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Motion to Appoint Councilmember Mills to serve on the "Project Team" for the Gene Autry Trail Gateway Landscaping Improvements Project. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Mayor Oden.
Vote to Appoint Councilmember Mills to serve on the "Project Team" for the Gene Autry Trail Gateway Landscaping Improvements Project. (Approved)
5.B. ISSUANCE OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) CITY OF PALM SPRINGS SPECIAL TAX BONDS, 2006 SERIES A, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $15,000,000:
Staff Report Item 5.B.
Craig Graves, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21620, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF ITS SPECIAL TAX BONDS, 2006 SERIES A, IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $15,000,000; AND APPROVING CERTAIN DOCUMENTS AND TAKING CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager and Director of Finance to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21620, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF ITS SPECIAL TAX BONDS, 2006 SERIES A, IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $15,000,000; AND APPROVING CERTAIN DOCUMENTS AND TAKING CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager and Director of Finance to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
5.C. REQUEST FROM SAFEHOUSE OF THE DESERT FOR WAIVER OF VILLAGEFEST FEES:
Staff Report Item 5.C.
Scott Mikesell, Director of Parks and Recreation, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address if the other non-profit organizations are paying fees.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the policy issue of waiving fees.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the current fee for non-profit organizations.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the fee to the Shriners.
Motion to Adopt Minute Order No. 7872, Denying the request for waiver of VillageFest fees for the SafeHouse of the Desert. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Adopt Minute Order No. 7872, Denying the request for waiver of VillageFest fees for the SafeHouse of the Desert. (Approved)
5.D. REQUEST FROM THE PALM SPRINGS SHRINERS FOR WAIVER OF VILLAGEFEST FEES:
Staff Report Item 5.D.
Motion to Adopt Minute Order No. 7873, Denying the request for waiver of VillageFest fees for the Palm Springs Shriners. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Adopt Minute Order No. 7873, Denying the request for waiver of VillageFest fees for the Palm Springs Shriners. (Approved)
5.E. REQUEST FROM SARA MUNRO TO APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD:
Staff Report Item 5.E.
Scott Mikesell, Director of Parks and Recreation, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
Mayor Oden commented on the performances of Sara Munro and the provisions of entertainers at VillageFest.
Motion to Adopt Minute Order No. 7874, Granting the Appeal of Sara Munro and overruling the decision of the VillageFest Board to deny the application of Sara Munro to sell hula hoops at VillageFest. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Oden.
Vote to Adopt Minute Order No. 7874, Granting the Appeal of Sara Munro and overruling the decision of the VillageFest Board to deny the application of Sara Munro to sell hula hoops at VillageFest. (Approved)
ACTION:
Continue past the 10:00 P.M. tentative adjournment time.
Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet and unanimously carried, noting the absence of Councilmember McCulloch.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Pougnet commented on overlay zones, the materials provided by Bob Helbling and requested a study session on overlay zones, commented on a letter with respect to outlets needed for electric vehicles, and the current initiative with respect to height limits.
Mayor Oden requested the Council subcommittee address the requirements of the Downtown Guidelines.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the activities at the Air Museum and requested the City Council form a subcommittee to address activities at the Air Museum, requested an update on women and minority own businesses ordinance, requested a legal management letter with respect to the OPA on the Wessman Hotel and the Shadowrock project.
Councilmember Mills requested the City Attorney review the ordinance that currently requires the Planning Commission to review OPA and DDA extensions and requested staff review the planning and installation of public toilets in the Downtown area and perhaps including in developers Conditions of Approval.
Mayor Oden outlined the activities and events attended by the Mayor's Office.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 10:21 P.M. to the next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 2006, at 6:00 P.M., City Hall Large Conference Room, preceded by a Closed Session at 4:30 P.M., City Hall Small Conference Room, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson stated that staff requests Legislative Item 4.A. be heard concurrently with Public Hearing Item 1.B.
City Clerk Thompson stated that staff requests Consent Calendar Item 2.O be heard concurrently with Public Hearing Item 1.C. and as a Joint Public Hearing of the City Council and the Community Redevelopment Agency Item RA2.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested Item 2.P. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember McCulloch noted his business related abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.C., Warrant No. 103310; and requested Item 2.D. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate vote.
Councilmember Mills requested Items 2.H. and 2.N. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to Approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch.
Vote to Approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Oden and the City Council presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Jeff Hunter, Executive Director, California Tow Truck Association, for their community service by providing assistance to individuals hit hardest by Hurricane Katrina.
The Office of Neighborhood Involvement Committee presented the City Council the New Resident Information Packets.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. SMOKETREE COMMONS, CASE 5.1050, GENERAL PLAN SMOKE TREE AREA PLAN TEXT CHANGE, GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION MAP STREET RECLASSIFICATION, AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT-312, ACCOMMODATING A 170,265-SQUARE FOOT SHOPPING CENTER WITH FOURTEEN BUILDINGS:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
City Attorney Holland provided the City Council with a revised Resolution for consideration by the City Council.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
JEFF CHAMBERS, Representing Applicant, stated he was available for questions.
MICHAEL LEBERMAN, Representing Applicant, provided background information with respect to the development.
CHRIS ELLIOTT, Representing Applicant, provided the City Council with an update on the proposed tenants.
EMERSON SCHARTZKOPT, Palm Springs, stated the homeowners association is not opposed to the project, but they are opposed to the extension of La Reina Way.
JOHN MORRIS, Palm Springs, President of Garden Villas, stated he is opposed to the site plan, and recommended the City Council follow the recommendation of the Planning Commission.
LYNDA KERNEY, Palm Springs, stated she is in favor of the project, but opposed to the third traffic signal and requested the main entrance on Farrell.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the noticing process.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff respond to the extension of the roadway.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff address the discussion of architecture and the site plan at the Planning Commission and Architectural Advisory Committee meetings.
Councilmember Mills noted the sequential numbering on page 3 of the Conditions of approval, noted Condition No. 11 does not apply to this project and the condition should be deleted from the Conditions; and Condition No. 15 does not pertain to commercial properties and should be deleted in the conditions.
Councilmember Mills commented on and requested staff address several components of the site plan and proposed several alternatives.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on several elements of the project, and noted her concerns with excessive traffic lights; requested staff address components of the site plan.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the mix of retailers, noted his agreement with previous comments made by the City Council with respect to the site plan, requested the City Council have final approval of the architecture, stated his support for the elimination of Frontage Road, requested the Applicant address the specialty store and suggestions made by the City Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the proposed delivery route and the potential disturbance caused to the condos on Barona.
Mayor Oden commented on the grouping of certain stores in the retail center, stated his agreement with Councilmember McCulloch regarding the traffic signal and his agreement with Councilmember Pougnet on the Frontage Road, commented on the setbacks, and stated he would request the City Council have the final approval on the architectural review.
Councilmember Mills commented on the planning and development of retention basins, and stated that the City Council is only approving one drive-thru restaurant.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21609, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR CASE 5.1050 PD-312 IS ADEQUATE AND COMPLETE, CERTIFYING THAT REPORT, ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS, AND DIRECTING STAFF TO FILE THE ASSOCIATED NOTICE OF DETERMINATION, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN TEXT TO ALLOW A SPECIALTY MARKET WITHIN THE SMOKE TREE AREA PLAN; AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION MAP TO RECLASSIFY THE SECTION OF EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE ADJACENT TO THE PROJECT SITE AS A "MAJOR THOROUGHFARE" IN ORDER TO FACILITATE THE ELIMINATION OF THE FRONTAGE ROAD, AND ADOPTING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 312, APPROVING THE SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, ON AN APPROXIMATE 17.99-ACRE SITE LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE AND FARRELL DRIVE, ZONE C-S-C, SECTION 36" as amended by correctly numbering the Conditions of Approval, deleting Condition No. 11 with respect to the Section 14 Specific Plan and deleting Condition No. 15 regarding the Public Safety CFD; and 2) Refer the conceptual architectural design to the Architectural Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission for review and action, with the City Council to have approval of the Preliminary Architectural Plan. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21609, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR CASE 5.1050 PD-312 IS ADEQUATE AND COMPLETE, CERTIFYING THAT REPORT, ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS, AND DIRECTING STAFF TO FILE THE ASSOCIATED NOTICE OF DETERMINATION, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN TEXT TO ALLOW A SPECIALTY MARKET WITHIN THE SMOKE TREE AREA PLAN; AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION MAP TO RECLASSIFY THE SECTION OF EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE ADJACENT TO THE PROJECT SITE AS A "MAJOR THOROUGHFARE" IN ORDER TO FACILITATE THE ELIMINATION OF THE FRONTAGE ROAD, AND ADOPTING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 312, APPROVING THE SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, ON AN APPROXIMATE 17.99-ACRE SITE LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE AND FARRELL DRIVE, ZONE C-S-C, SECTION 36" as amended by correctly numbering the Conditions of Approval, deleting Condition No. 11 with respect to the Section 14 Specific Plan and deleting Condition No. 15 regarding the Public Safety CFD; and 2) Refer the conceptual architectural design to the Architectural Advisory Committee and the Planning Commission for review and action, with the City Council to have approval of the Preliminary Architectural Plan. (Approved)
1.B. APPLICATION BY VIA ESCUELA LAND PARTNERS, LLC, CASE 5.10388, TO APPEAL PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION OF MAY 24, 2006, DENYING THE REQUEST TO AMEND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 33542 AND PD-310 TO REMOVE CONDITION OF APPROVAL NO. 51, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF VIA ESCUELA AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE PD-310, SECTION 3, APN 504-310-035:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2005.
Mayor Oden requested staff address State Route 111 in this area, and the role of Sunline in the determination of the proposed bus stop.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff address if the small turn-out is not approved by Cal-Trans.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the parking shoulder area, before the encroachment on State Route 111.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
ERIC GUINAN, Representing Applicant, commented on the best solution, however, Cal-Trans must approve that solution, stated this hearing is applicable and needed if Cal-Trans does not approve that solution.
MARK MCNALLEY Applicant, commented on the Cal-Trans feedback to "popping out" the curb.
No further speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated her support for the project as outlined in the letter submitted by Eric Guinean and recommended we allow for the 4 foot turn-out or remove Condition No. 51.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the requirement for Cal-Trans approval and if Cal-Trans has imposed a condition if the curb stays as-is; commented on the loss of four Palm Trees at the entry to the City, and requested staff address if a possible center left-turn lane would ever have to be installed.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the decision of staff, and stated his support for the Applicants request and would support the elimination of Condition No. 51.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff address eliminating Condition No. 51 as opposed to the alternate solution; commented on the removal of Palm Trees.
Mayor Oden commented on the removal of Palm Trees and the effects of this stop on the Riviera Hotel.
Councilmember Mills commented on elimination of the turn-out, but not the bus shelter and requested Condition 51 be amended but included.
Motion to 1) Grant the Appeal of Via Escuela Land Partners, LLC, Case No. TTM33542, PD-310, APN 504-310-035 amending Condition No. 51 of Exhibit A to Resolution No. 21387 to read
"Prior to issuance of occupancy permits, the applicant shall install a bus shelter along the project's North Palm Canyon right-of way at a location to be determined by the City Engineer and in compliance with State and Federal accessibility requirements. The design of the shelter shall complement the project architecture and shall be reviewed by the Director of Planning Services prior to installation." and
2) Adopt Resolution No. 21610 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL MAP 33542 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2003 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, AND APPROVING A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH VIA ESCUELA LAND PARTNERS, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5291. Moved by Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to 1) Grant the Appeal of Via Escuela Land Partners, LLC, Case No. TTM33542, PD-310, APN 504-310-035 amending Condition No. 51 of Exhibit A to Resolution No. 21387 to read
"Prior to issuance of occupancy permits, the applicant shall install a bus shelter along the project's North Palm Canyon right-of way at a location to be determined by the City Engineer and in compliance with State and Federal accessibility requirements. The design of the shelter shall complement the project architecture and shall be reviewed by the Director of Planning Services prior to installation." and
2) Adopt Resolution No. 21610 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL MAP 33542 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2003 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, AND APPROVING A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH VIA ESCUELA LAND PARTNERS, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5291. (Approved)
The City Council recessed at 8:12 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 8:24 P.M.
The City Council convened as a Joint Meeting of the City Council and the City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency at 8:24 P.M.
1.C. ADOPTION OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 BUDGET AND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
Staff Report Item RA2.
Staff Report Item 2.O.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Budget documents.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested the City Manager address the funding for the Tahquitz Canyon Wash improvements.
Councilmember Pougnet provided information on the TOT pilot project and enforcement of the TOT requirements in the City.
Mayor Oden commented on the TOT pilot project and commented on grant opportunities.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on employee costs, historical overview and fund balance.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the reserve on a percentage basis, library services, and commented on the desert landscape conversion for Tahquitz and modifications to City Hall.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the focus of the City Council toward the income side of the budget.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the revenues and the revitalization of the Downtown area.
Councilmember McCulloch requested the motion and the vote between the City, Agency and Allocated Positions be separated.
Mayor Oden commented on the focus on revenue side of the budget process.
Motion to (CITY COUNCIL) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21611, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07;" and 2) Direct the City Manager and Director of Finance and Treasurer to take the necessary action to execute the adoption of the budget. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to (CITY COUNCIL) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21611, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07;" and 2) Direct the City Manager and Director of Finance and Treasurer to take the necessary action to execute the adoption of the budget. (Approved)
Motion to (COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1301, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07;" and 2) Direct the Executive Director and Director of Finance and Agency Treasurer to take the necessary action to execute the adoption of the budget. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to (COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1301, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07;" and 2) Direct the Executive Director and Director of Finance and Agency Treasurer to take the necessary action to execute the adoption of the budget. (Approved)
Motion to (CITY COUNCIL) Adopt Resolution No. 21612, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006-07." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to (CITY COUNCIL) Adopt Resolution No. 21612, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006-07." (Approved)
RA1. VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP, RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000:
Staff Report Item RA1.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the participation of the investor, and any contingency fund.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the timing of the original construction bid.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to (COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1300, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1, A RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PROMISSORY NOTE, AND DEED OF TRUST WITH THE ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS WITH VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0464C.
(CITY COUNCIL) Adopt Resolution No. 21613, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1, A RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PROMISSORY NOTE, AND DEED OF TRUST WITH THE ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS WITH VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A0464C. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to (COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY) 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1300, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1, A RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PROMISSORY NOTE, AND DEED OF TRUST WITH THE ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS WITH VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0495C.
(CITY COUNCIL) Adopt Resolution No. 21613, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1, A RESTATED AND AMENDED DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PROMISSORY NOTE, AND DEED OF TRUST WITH THE ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS WITH VISTA SUNRISE APARTMENTS, LP TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A0495C. (Approved)
RA2. PUBLIC HEARING - ADOPTION OF FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 BUDGET:
Staff Report Item RA2.
Heard concurrently with Public Hearing Item 1.C.
RA3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item RA3.
Motion to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of April 5, 2006. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch.
Vote to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of April 5, 2006. (Approved)
The City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 9:10 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MICHAEL BOWLING, Palm Springs, commented on crime in his neighborhood, and requested an increase in funding for the Police Department.
DR. WAYNE MCKINNY, commented on Consent Calendar Item 2.H. and requested the City Council support the extended hours at the Cooling Center.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, commented on Item 5.E. and requested the City Council overrule the decision of the VillageFest Board.
BOB HELBLING, Palm Springs, commented on the Joint Meeting of the City Council, Planning Commission and the Architectural Advisory Committee and in support of future meetings.
SARA MUNRO, Josha Tree, commented on Item 5.E. and requested the City Council overrule the VillageFest Board.
CRAIG BLAU, Palm Springs, commented on the current initiative being circulated regarding height limitations.
Councilmember McCulloch stated he had to leave the meeting early and left the meeting at 9:29 P.M.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS:
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.Q., and 2.R. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.Q., and 2.R. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.E. APPROVAL OF A NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION COMPLETION BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND AMERICAN REALTY TRUST, INC., FOR PARCEL MAP 30745, DESTINATION RAMON:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF APRIL 30, 2006:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL WINE AT FAME TOBACCONIST LOCATED AT 155 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.I. PROPOSED AGREEMENTS AWARD TO FIVE FULL-SERVICE AIRPORT RENTAL CAR OPERATORS (AVIS RENT A CAR SYSTEM, LLC, BUDGET RENT A CAR SYSTEM, INC., DTG OPERATIONS, INC., THE HERTZ CORPORATION, VANGUARD CAR RENTAL USA INC., AND TO ONE LIMITED SERVICE AIRPORT RENTAL CAR OPERATOR ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR COMPANY OF LOS ANGELES) TO OPERATE AIRPORT RENTAL CAR CONCESSIONS:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.J. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5033 WITH SIERRA AVIATION GROUP, INC:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
2.K. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE RACE-NEUTRAL IMPLEMENTATION AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
2.L. CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CONTRERAS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR FIRE STATION NO. 1, PARKING LOT RESURFACING:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
2.M. ACCEPTANCE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE FROM NATBECK INVESTMENTS, SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, FILE R-05-15:
Staff Report Item 2.M.
2.O. ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR POSITIONS IN THE CITY SERVICE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006-07:
Staff Report Item 2.O.
2.Q. PURCHASE CYRUN CAD AND RMS COMPUTER SYSTEM:
Staff Report Item 2.Q.
2.R. AGREEMENT WITH MSA CONSULTING, INC. FOR "FOCUSED ENTITLEMENT" PLANNING SERVICES FOR THE PALM SPRINGS ART COLONY, A PROPOSED MIXED-USE RESIDENTIAL AND RETAIL DEVELOPMENT ON APPROXIMATELY 15 ACRES ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF RACQUET CLUB ROAD BETWEEN NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, CASE 5.1113 PD-329/3.2903:
Staff Report Item 2.R.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1690, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), ANNEXATION NO. 1:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
Motion to Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1690, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), ANNEXATION NO. 1." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1690, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), ANNEXATION NO. 1." (Approved)
2.H. TEMPORARY MODIFICATIONS TO OPERATE A COOLING CENTER IN CONJUNCTION WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY’S SUMMER CRISIS PLAN TO BE HOSTED BY THE WELL IN THE DESERT, DBA THE DESERT RESOURCE CENTER:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
Councilmember Mills requested staff provide information on the other Cooling Centers in the City, and the close proximity of Cooling Centers.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat indicated the Sub-Committee is not addressing the services at the Frey Building.
Mayor Oden asked the sub-committee members if this action is congruent with the overall direction of sub-committee reviewing Homeless issues.
Motion to Direct the City Manager to modify the days and hours of operation, on an as-needed basis, at the Dr. R.G. Frey-Jaycees Community Building for the designated Cooling Center operated by The Well in the Desert, dba the Desert Resource Center. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Direct the City Manager to modify the days and hours of operation, on an as-needed basis, at the Dr. R.G. Frey-Jaycees Community Building for the designated Cooling Center operated by The Well in the Desert, dba the Desert Resource Center. (Approved)
2.N. CONTRACTS FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR PARKS, PARKWAYS, ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS AND MISCELLANEOUS LANDSCAPED AREAS:
Staff Report Item 2.N.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the provisions of the new contract with respect to park maintenance.
Motion to 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7868, Approving an agreement with Kirkpatrick Landscape Services for parks landscape maintenance services for an initial term of three years, with two additional two-year renewal options at the City Manager’s discretion, in the amount of $1,756,350.15, plus annual CPI adjustments, if earned, for the initial term, and subject to approval of final form of contract by the City Attorney; 2) Adopt Minute Order No. 7869, Approving an agreement with Merchants Landscape Services for parkways and assessment district landscape maintenance services for an initial term of three years, with two additional two-year renewal options at the City Manager’s discretion, in the amount of $1,721,184.00, plus annual CPI adjustments, if earned, for the initial term, and subject to approval of final form of contract by the City Attorney; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to prepare and execute contractual agreements with Kirkpatrick Landscape Services for landscape maintenance of City parks and Merchants Landscape Services for landscape maintenance of City parkways, assessment districts and miscellaneous landscape areas. A5299. A5300. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7868, Approving an agreement with Kirkpatrick Landscape Services for parks landscape maintenance services for an initial term of three years, with two additional two-year renewal options at the City Manager’s discretion, in the amount of $1,756,350.15, plus annual CPI adjustments, if earned, for the initial term, and subject to approval of final form of contract by the City Attorney; 2) Adopt Minute Order No. 7869, Approving an agreement with Merchants Landscape Services for parkways and assessment district landscape maintenance services for an initial term of three years, with two additional two-year renewal options at the City Manager’s discretion, in the amount of $1,721,184.00, plus annual CPI adjustments, if earned, for the initial term, and subject to approval of final form of contract by the City Attorney; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to prepare and execute contractual agreements with Kirkpatrick Landscape Services for landscape maintenance of City parks and Merchants Landscape Services for landscape maintenance of City parkways, assessment districts and miscellaneous landscape areas. A5299. A5300. (Approved)
2.P. APPROVE RFP FOR ROTATIONAL TOW PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item 2.P.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat wanted to verify that the RFP included a provision for customer service and other types of training.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21619, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR POLICE TOW SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR PROPOSALS." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21619, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR POLICE TOW SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR PROPOSALS." (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. FINAL MAP 33542 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH VIA ESCUELA LAND PARTNERS, LLC, FOR A ONE LOT TRACT MAP FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES, LOCATED AT 2003 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
Item heard concurrently with Public Hearing Item 1.B.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER TO THE GENE AUTRY TRAIL GATEWAY LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, PROJECT TEAM:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Motion to Appoint Councilmember Mills to serve on the "Project Team" for the Gene Autry Trail Gateway Landscaping Improvements Project. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Mayor Oden.
Vote to Appoint Councilmember Mills to serve on the "Project Team" for the Gene Autry Trail Gateway Landscaping Improvements Project. (Approved)
5.B. ISSUANCE OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) CITY OF PALM SPRINGS SPECIAL TAX BONDS, 2006 SERIES A, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $15,000,000:
Staff Report Item 5.B.
Craig Graves, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21620, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF ITS SPECIAL TAX BONDS, 2006 SERIES A, IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $15,000,000; AND APPROVING CERTAIN DOCUMENTS AND TAKING CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager and Director of Finance to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21620, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF ITS SPECIAL TAX BONDS, 2006 SERIES A, IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $15,000,000; AND APPROVING CERTAIN DOCUMENTS AND TAKING CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager and Director of Finance to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
5.C. REQUEST FROM SAFEHOUSE OF THE DESERT FOR WAIVER OF VILLAGEFEST FEES:
Staff Report Item 5.C.
Scott Mikesell, Director of Parks and Recreation, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address if the other non-profit organizations are paying fees.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the policy issue of waiving fees.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the current fee for non-profit organizations.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the fee to the Shriners.
Motion to Adopt Minute Order No. 7872, Denying the request for waiver of VillageFest fees for the SafeHouse of the Desert. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Adopt Minute Order No. 7872, Denying the request for waiver of VillageFest fees for the SafeHouse of the Desert. (Approved)
5.D. REQUEST FROM THE PALM SPRINGS SHRINERS FOR WAIVER OF VILLAGEFEST FEES:
Staff Report Item 5.D.
Motion to Adopt Minute Order No. 7873, Denying the request for waiver of VillageFest fees for the Palm Springs Shriners. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Adopt Minute Order No. 7873, Denying the request for waiver of VillageFest fees for the Palm Springs Shriners. (Approved)
5.E. REQUEST FROM SARA MUNRO TO APPEAL THE DECISION OF THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD:
Staff Report Item 5.E.
Scott Mikesell, Director of Parks and Recreation, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 7, 2006.
Mayor Oden commented on the performances of Sara Munro and the provisions of entertainers at VillageFest.
Motion to Adopt Minute Order No. 7874, Granting the Appeal of Sara Munro and overruling the decision of the VillageFest Board to deny the application of Sara Munro to sell hula hoops at VillageFest. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Oden.
Vote to Adopt Minute Order No. 7874, Granting the Appeal of Sara Munro and overruling the decision of the VillageFest Board to deny the application of Sara Munro to sell hula hoops at VillageFest. (Approved)
ACTION:
Continue past the 10:00 P.M. tentative adjournment time.
Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet and unanimously carried, noting the absence of Councilmember McCulloch.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Pougnet commented on overlay zones, the materials provided by Bob Helbling and requested a study session on overlay zones, commented on a letter with respect to outlets needed for electric vehicles, and the current initiative with respect to height limits.
Mayor Oden requested the Council subcommittee address the requirements of the Downtown Guidelines.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the activities at the Air Museum and requested the City Council form a subcommittee to address activities at the Air Museum, requested an update on women and minority own businesses ordinance, requested a legal management letter with respect to the OPA on the Wessman Hotel and the Shadowrock project.
Councilmember Mills requested the City Attorney review the ordinance that currently requires the Planning Commission to review OPA and DDA extensions and requested staff review the planning and installation of public toilets in the Downtown area and perhaps including in developers Conditions of Approval.
Mayor Oden outlined the activities and events attended by the Mayor's Office.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 10:21 P.M. to the next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 2006, at 6:00 P.M., City Hall Large Conference Room, preceded by a Closed Session at 4:30 P.M., City Hall Small Conference Room, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
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