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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council withdraw Item 4.A. from the Agenda.
Motion to Accept the agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Accept the agenda as amended. (Approved)
PRESENTATIONS:
City Manager Ready and Tom Wilson, Assistant City Manager, introduced Code Enforcement Officers Patti Lee and Kimberly Bowman, Nadine Fieger and Becky Clarke.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
RAY LOVATO, Palm Springs, requested increased funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
DUANE STAFFORD, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.C. Assessment District No. 4 and spoke against the increase in the Assessment.
DAVID FOX, Cathedral City, announced the Memorial Day Services at Forest Law and invited the City Council to attend.
RON GAUL, commented on the activities of the Salton Sea Authority.
RICARDO GOMEZ, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
TIM ELLIS, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
RYAN MICHAELS, Riverside, commented on Medical Marijuana and requested the City Council adopt a Resolution for the Hinchey Medical Marijuana Amendment.
JOHN WILLIAMS, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
BOB ROSENAU, Palm Springs, requested the City Council provide additional funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism, and stated the staff at the Bureau are doing an excellent job.
CRAIG BLAU, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
TONY BRUGGEMANS, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism and commented on return on investment and accountability.
DANIA DUKE, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
MARK FARLEY, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
SUMMER GLENNEY, Loma Linda, commented on medical marijuana and requested support for the Hinchey Amendment.
PAUL GALETTA, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
RUSSELL BELTS, Desert Hot Springs, requested the City Council not place the proposed Homeless Resource Center near Interstate 10 and Indian Canyon.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
VERNE HOLLOWELL, Palm Springs, commented on Homeless issues at Sunrise Park.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS:
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the recent debate and the current Initiative Petition regarding height limitations and requested the City Clerk provide information if signers may remove their name from the petition.
Councilmember McCulloch requested Item 2.C. be removed from the Consent Calendar and commented on development of the Hard Rock and the current Initiative being circulated in the City.
Mayor Oden commented on the current Initiative Petition being circulated in the City regarding height limitations.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the Downtown Urban Design Guidelines and the current Initiative Petition being circulated in the City regarding height limitations.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
City Manager Ready provided an overview of the budget process and requests.
1. STUDY SESSION:
1.A. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 TOURISM AND CONVENTION CENTER BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Mark Bellinger, Executive Director, Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism, presented a Power Point presentation and provided a Budget Overview, and current statistics from the Bureau.
Michael Green, President, Palm Springs Hospitality Association, provided a Stakeholders Report and Occupancy and Rate statistics.
Aftab Dada, Board Member, Palm Springs Hospitality Association, provided financial analysis and the proposed budget request.
Mark Bellinger provided information on the proposed special projects funding.
Councilmember Pougnet requested Bureau staff address statistics on visitors, flatness in certain demographics, and the formula for CPI adjustments for future years.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested Bureau Staff address some of the statistics, requested staff address how the contract amount is determined, and the proposed virtual reality video.
Councilmember Mills commented on the City’s overall commitment to tourism activities, requested the Bureau staff address statistics and the "drive’ segment/market.
Councilmember McCulloch requested Bureau staff address the increase proposed for this year and components for future years and requested staff review the elements for a CPI increase.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested the City Manager address the funding/revenue of the Convention Center with respect to the overall tourism funding.
Mayor Oden commented on the service provided by the Bureau, return on investment, requested clarification with the CVA "Small Wonders" program, duplication of services, cost savings and in-kind services, interaction with the CVA and co-op opportunities.
ACTION:
Direct the City Manager to included proposals for increased funding to the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
By consensus of the City Council.
The City Council recessed at 8:20 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 8:34 P.M.
1.B. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 AIRPORT BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
City Manager Ready and Craig Graves, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff clarify the concession plan and revenue estimates.
Councilmember Mills requested clarification on Passenger Facility Charges.
1.C. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, PUBLIC SAFETY BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
1.D. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.D.
City Manager Ready and Craig Graves, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Councilmember Mills commented on the implementation of Desert Landscape Conversion, recommended global input and additional information for City Hall Security Improvements.
Mayor Oden provided further comments on Desert Landscaping.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address funding for the Tahquitz Canyon Creek Wash.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff address City Hall Furniture being funded by Merged Area No. 1.
Mayor Oden requested clarification with respect to Slurry Seal and Overlay Programs.
Councilmember Mills thanked staff for the concise Capital Improvement list.
ACTION:
Direct the City Manager to provide additional information on the proposed Desert Landscape Conversion, City Hall Security Improvements, Tahquitz Canyon Creek Wash.
By consensus of the City Council.
1.E. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 SPECIAL FUNDING REQUESTS:
Staff Report Item 1.E.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Representatives from California State University San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus provided background information on the funding request.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested clarification with respect to coordinating environmental service programs with College of the Desert.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address if the components of the Palm Desert Campus meet the criteria as outlined in the proposed funding source.
Councilmember Mills commented on the environmental sciences programs at Palm Springs and other local high schools.
ACTION:
Direct the City Manager to return to City Council with Special Project funding alternatives.
By consensus of the City Council.
1.F. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 SPECIAL EVENTS BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.F.
City Manager Ready and Craig Graves, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Mayor Oden provided comments on the Parades of Palm Springs request and their coordination with other parades.
Councilmember Pougnet recommended the City Council have additional discussion for the funded events; commented on the Tour de Palm Springs.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the process of the organizations and the financial benefits to the City.
Councilmember McCulloch commented that by eliminating the Mrs. America event the Council would be capable of funding a majority of other requests.
Councilmember Mills commented on the response from promoters with a proposed ordinance.
ACTION:
Direct the City Manager to provide additional information for the Parades of Palm Springs, Tour de Palm Springs, and the elimination of the Mrs. America event which may provide additional funding for other events.
By consensus of the City Council.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember McCulloch withdrew his request to remove Item 2.C. from the Consent Calendar.
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., and 2.C. Moved by Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., and 2.C. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. PROCUREMENT OF EQUIPMENT FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROJECT FOR ADA PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS, FISCAL YEAR 2006-07:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES TO REVIEW COMMISSION AND BOARD APPLICATIONS, AND INTERVIEW CANDIDATES AS PART OF THE 2006 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of staff.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills reported on the retirement of School Superintendent Dr. Michael Sellwood.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the 2006 United Way Campaign.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested the City Attorney report on the proposed legislation for the Hinchey Medical Marijuana Amendment.
Councilmember Pougnet requested the City Clerk report on the process for a voter to withdraw their name from an initiative petition.
Mayor Oden provided an update on the activities and events attended by the Mayor’s office.
Mayor Oden requested the video clip featuring the Parks and Recreation staff be aired on PSCTV Channel 17; commented on the dust complaints and requested the City Engineer provide a report on dust complaints; requested a report on the process and the notification provided for the stop sign at Toledo and Maricopa; and a status report on the "Hot Spots" program.
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May 24, 2006 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council withdraw Item 4.A. from the Agenda.
Motion to Accept the agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Accept the agenda as amended. (Approved)
PRESENTATIONS:
City Manager Ready and Tom Wilson, Assistant City Manager, introduced Code Enforcement Officers Patti Lee and Kimberly Bowman, Nadine Fieger and Becky Clarke.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
RAY LOVATO, Palm Springs, requested increased funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
DUANE STAFFORD, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.C. Assessment District No. 4 and spoke against the increase in the Assessment.
DAVID FOX, Cathedral City, announced the Memorial Day Services at Forest Law and invited the City Council to attend.
RON GAUL, commented on the activities of the Salton Sea Authority.
RICARDO GOMEZ, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
TIM ELLIS, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
RYAN MICHAELS, Riverside, commented on Medical Marijuana and requested the City Council adopt a Resolution for the Hinchey Medical Marijuana Amendment.
JOHN WILLIAMS, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
BOB ROSENAU, Palm Springs, requested the City Council provide additional funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism, and stated the staff at the Bureau are doing an excellent job.
CRAIG BLAU, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
TONY BRUGGEMANS, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism and commented on return on investment and accountability.
DANIA DUKE, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
MARK FARLEY, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
SUMMER GLENNEY, Loma Linda, commented on medical marijuana and requested support for the Hinchey Amendment.
PAUL GALETTA, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
RUSSELL BELTS, Desert Hot Springs, requested the City Council not place the proposed Homeless Resource Center near Interstate 10 and Indian Canyon.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, requested an increase in funding for the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
VERNE HOLLOWELL, Palm Springs, commented on Homeless issues at Sunrise Park.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS:
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the recent debate and the current Initiative Petition regarding height limitations and requested the City Clerk provide information if signers may remove their name from the petition.
Councilmember McCulloch requested Item 2.C. be removed from the Consent Calendar and commented on development of the Hard Rock and the current Initiative being circulated in the City.
Mayor Oden commented on the current Initiative Petition being circulated in the City regarding height limitations.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the Downtown Urban Design Guidelines and the current Initiative Petition being circulated in the City regarding height limitations.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
City Manager Ready provided an overview of the budget process and requests.
1. STUDY SESSION:
1.A. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 TOURISM AND CONVENTION CENTER BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Mark Bellinger, Executive Director, Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism, presented a Power Point presentation and provided a Budget Overview, and current statistics from the Bureau.
Michael Green, President, Palm Springs Hospitality Association, provided a Stakeholders Report and Occupancy and Rate statistics.
Aftab Dada, Board Member, Palm Springs Hospitality Association, provided financial analysis and the proposed budget request.
Mark Bellinger provided information on the proposed special projects funding.
Councilmember Pougnet requested Bureau staff address statistics on visitors, flatness in certain demographics, and the formula for CPI adjustments for future years.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested Bureau Staff address some of the statistics, requested staff address how the contract amount is determined, and the proposed virtual reality video.
Councilmember Mills commented on the City’s overall commitment to tourism activities, requested the Bureau staff address statistics and the "drive’ segment/market.
Councilmember McCulloch requested Bureau staff address the increase proposed for this year and components for future years and requested staff review the elements for a CPI increase.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested the City Manager address the funding/revenue of the Convention Center with respect to the overall tourism funding.
Mayor Oden commented on the service provided by the Bureau, return on investment, requested clarification with the CVA "Small Wonders" program, duplication of services, cost savings and in-kind services, interaction with the CVA and co-op opportunities.
ACTION:
Direct the City Manager to included proposals for increased funding to the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.
By consensus of the City Council.
The City Council recessed at 8:20 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 8:34 P.M.
1.B. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 AIRPORT BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
City Manager Ready and Craig Graves, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff clarify the concession plan and revenue estimates.
Councilmember Mills requested clarification on Passenger Facility Charges.
1.C. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, PUBLIC SAFETY BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
1.D. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.D.
City Manager Ready and Craig Graves, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Councilmember Mills commented on the implementation of Desert Landscape Conversion, recommended global input and additional information for City Hall Security Improvements.
Mayor Oden provided further comments on Desert Landscaping.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address funding for the Tahquitz Canyon Creek Wash.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff address City Hall Furniture being funded by Merged Area No. 1.
Mayor Oden requested clarification with respect to Slurry Seal and Overlay Programs.
Councilmember Mills thanked staff for the concise Capital Improvement list.
ACTION:
Direct the City Manager to provide additional information on the proposed Desert Landscape Conversion, City Hall Security Improvements, Tahquitz Canyon Creek Wash.
By consensus of the City Council.
1.E. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 SPECIAL FUNDING REQUESTS:
Staff Report Item 1.E.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Representatives from California State University San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus provided background information on the funding request.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested clarification with respect to coordinating environmental service programs with College of the Desert.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address if the components of the Palm Desert Campus meet the criteria as outlined in the proposed funding source.
Councilmember Mills commented on the environmental sciences programs at Palm Springs and other local high schools.
ACTION:
Direct the City Manager to return to City Council with Special Project funding alternatives.
By consensus of the City Council.
1.F. PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 SPECIAL EVENTS BUDGET:
Staff Report Item 1.F.
City Manager Ready and Craig Graves, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the proposed budget.
Mayor Oden provided comments on the Parades of Palm Springs request and their coordination with other parades.
Councilmember Pougnet recommended the City Council have additional discussion for the funded events; commented on the Tour de Palm Springs.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the process of the organizations and the financial benefits to the City.
Councilmember McCulloch commented that by eliminating the Mrs. America event the Council would be capable of funding a majority of other requests.
Councilmember Mills commented on the response from promoters with a proposed ordinance.
ACTION:
Direct the City Manager to provide additional information for the Parades of Palm Springs, Tour de Palm Springs, and the elimination of the Mrs. America event which may provide additional funding for other events.
By consensus of the City Council.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember McCulloch withdrew his request to remove Item 2.C. from the Consent Calendar.
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., and 2.C. Moved by Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., and 2.C. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. PROCUREMENT OF EQUIPMENT FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROJECT FOR ADA PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS, FISCAL YEAR 2006-07:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. APPOINTMENT OF COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES TO REVIEW COMMISSION AND BOARD APPLICATIONS, AND INTERVIEW CANDIDATES AS PART OF THE 2006 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of staff.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills reported on the retirement of School Superintendent Dr. Michael Sellwood.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the 2006 United Way Campaign.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested the City Attorney report on the proposed legislation for the Hinchey Medical Marijuana Amendment.
Councilmember Pougnet requested the City Clerk report on the process for a voter to withdraw their name from an initiative petition.
Mayor Oden provided an update on the activities and events attended by the Mayor’s office.
Mayor Oden requested the video clip featuring the Parks and Recreation staff be aired on PSCTV Channel 17; commented on the dust complaints and requested the City Engineer provide a report on dust complaints; requested a report on the process and the notification provided for the stop sign at Toledo and Maricopa; and a status report on the "Hot Spots" program.
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