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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
Stephen Bunting, Director of Community Services, Hastings District Council, New Zealand, thanked the City Council for opportunity to shadow City Staff.
Mayor Oden and the City Council presented Police Officer Bill Hanley with a Certificate of Recognition for his service to the Community and his service to the United States while on active duty in Iraq as a member of the National Guard.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Pougnet requested Items 2.G. and 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Oden requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PEDREGAL TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 33162 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A PROPOSED 132-UNIT CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX ON AN APPROXIMATE 13.9-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND TRAMWAY ROAD, ZONE R-3, SECTION 3:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
CHRIS BROWN, Contract Planner with Hogle-Ireland, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
DENNIS CUNNINGHAM, Applicant, provided background information on the project, commented on the design in relation to the existing Visitors Center and working with the community.
VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project and complimented the Developer for working with the neighborhood.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, stated the project is out of scale for the Chino Cone and spoke in opposition to the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the definition of "floating dot," commented on the natural slope, Condition No. 12 "fair-share" of the cost of improvements, and Condition No. 54 relocation of the existing Tramway gates.
Councilmember Mills stated the project complies with the requirements of the Chino Cone plan, although the project is not within the plan area.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated the Developer has done an excellent job on the project and appreciated the visual presentation; and commented on rock crushing, view corridors, and trails.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on the location of the project and the positive impact to the community.
Mayor Oden stated the design was exceptional, and commented on the entry and other aspects of the project.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21711, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 33162 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 132-UNIT CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX, ON APPROXIMATELY 13.96-ACRES, LOCATED AT 2855 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3, SECTION 3." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21711, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 33162 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 132-UNIT CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX, ON APPROXIMATELY 13.96-ACRES, LOCATED AT 2855 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3, SECTION 3." (Approved)
1.B. OMNIPOINT COMMUNICATIONS - T-MOBILE, CASE NO. 5.1107 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, TO INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A 60-FOOT HIGH COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA MONOPOLE WITHIN A 577.5 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AND FOUR RADIO CABINETS AT 1955 EXECUTIVE DRIVE (SCE FARRELL SUBSTATION):
Staff Report Item 1.B.
David Newell, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff provide further information on the proposed fence.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
MONICA MORETTA, Representing Applicant, provided information on the project and stated they have reviewed the Conditions of Approval and are in agreement, and requested the City Council support the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested clarification on the location of the project.
Councilmember Mills commented on the original building standards when the property was unincorporated County of Riverside; stated the current fencing is not in compliance with the City’s Zoning Code, and requested a masonry wall with no barbed wire.
Councilmember Pougnet stated he concurs with Councilmember Mills and the requested action would be in line with current Code Enforcement efforts to beautify and clean-up the City.
Councilmember McCulloch requested further information on the current fence around the SCE substation and the suggested new requirement for a masonry wall.
Mayor Oden commented on the historical use of chain-linked fence, and the desire of Council to modify the provision subject to each project.
Councilmember McCulloch stated that SCE has declined the use of a masonry wall, and in essence that would be denying the project.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21712, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1107, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION, TO INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A 60-FOOT HIGH COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA MONOPOLE WITHIN A 577.5 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AND FOUR RADIO CABINETS AT 1955 EXECUTIVE DRIVE (SCE FARRELL SUBSTATION), M-1-P ZONE, SECTION 6, T4S, R5E" amending the Conditions of Approval to require the two sections of fence along the North and the East be eight (8) foot masonry walls with the extension of the plant material. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21712, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1107, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION, TO INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A 60-FOOT HIGH COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA MONOPOLE WITHIN A 577.5 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AND FOUR RADIO CABINETS AT 1955 EXECUTIVE DRIVE (SCE FARRELL SUBSTATION), M-1-P ZONE, SECTION 6, T4S, R5E" amending the Conditions of Approval to require the two sections of fence along the North and the East be eight (8) foot masonry walls with the extension of the plant material. (Approved)
1.C. INDIAN AVENUE/INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE WIDENING, CITY PROJECT NO. 00-14, ADOPTION OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVAL OF CONCEPTUAL PLANS:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the interchange on Indian with respect to the MSHCP.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the project in relation to the proposed Gannett project.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the change from 4-lanes to 6-lanes.
Mayor Oden commented on this project with respect to the overall transportation programs with CVAG and the funding of the project.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21713, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND ORDERING THE FILING OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AND APPROVING CASE NO. 5.1092, AN APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE INDIAN AVENUE/INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE, INCLUDING WIDENING THE EXISTING TWO-LANE BRIDGE TO A SIX-LANE BRIDGE, AND WIDENING AND REALIGNMENT OF ON-RAMPS AND OFF-RAMPS, SECTIONS 14, 15, 22, AND 23, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST." Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21713, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND ORDERING THE FILING OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AND APPROVING CASE NO. 5.1092, AN APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE INDIAN AVENUE/INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE, INCLUDING WIDENING THE EXISTING TWO-LANE BRIDGE TO A SIX-LANE BRIDGE, AND WIDENING AND REALIGNMENT OF ON-RAMPS AND OFF-RAMPS, SECTIONS 14, 15, 22, AND 23, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST." (Approved)
1.D. THE PALM HOTEL - CASE NO. 5.1089, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 322, AN APPLICATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A FOUR-STORY BOUTIQUE HOTEL WITH 51 ROOMS INCLUDING 11 SUITES, ROOF TERRACE AREA WITH CABANAS, A RESTAURANT, A BAR, A WATER FEATURE, AND SWIMMING POOL ON AN APPROXIMATELY 36,217 SQUARE FEET SITE, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND CAHUILLA ROAD:
Staff Report Item 1.D.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the process through the Architectural Advisory Committee.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the process through the Planning Commission.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
RIC SUPPLE, Palm Springs, stated the Downtown area needs revitalization and spoke in support of the project.
LAURI AYLAIAN, Palm Springs, outlined her concerns as stated in the letter from the Historic Tennis Club, commented on the high density and disregard for the zoning ordinance.
DICK TAYLOR, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the proposed project as it would be beneficial to the existing businesses in the neighborhood.
BOB HELBLING, Palm Springs, commented on the participant negotiations, and stated the City would like a hotel in that location.
PATRICK MUNDT, spoke in support of the project and commented on a vibrant Downtown.
BRANDON NUNEZ, spoke in support of the project and commented on responsible dynamic growth in the Downtown area.
BOB ROSENAU, Palm Springs, stated this project is to too massive for the location, and requested the project be scaled down and meet the setback requirements.
CATHERINE McMILLAN, Palm Springs, commented on growth in the Downtown area and stated her support for the project.
LAURA WALSH, stated her support for the project and the hotel is needed to revitalize the Downtown area.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, stated the project is too massive for the site and spoke in opposition of the project.
JADE NELSON, representing the owners of the Orchid Tree Hotel, stated the project is wrong for the location and in opposition of the project.
JOAN MARTIN, Palm Springs, commented on density, stated the project should meet the zoning requirements and the General Plan.
RICH YOUNG, Palm Springs, stated the City needs Boutique Hotels like the proposed project and spoke in support of the project.
JUDITH CONNOLLY, Palm Springs, stated her support for the project and the appeal to a younger audience in the City of Palm Springs.
HADDON LIBBY, Palm Springs, stated his support for the project, and the project will benefit other businesses in the City.
KIMBERLY NICHOLS, Palm Springs Art Museum, stated her support for the project and marketing to a new Palm Springs Museum audience.
DR. STEVEN GUNDRY, Palm Springs, commented on competitive tourist destinations, and stated his support of the project.
JEANNETTA DAO, spoke in support of the proposed project and stated the hotel has the support of the Palm Springs Tennis Club.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the proposed project and a revitalized Downtown area.
LEE APPEL, spoke in support of the proposed project, and the project is needed in the Downtown area.
SHERWOOD KELLEY, stated his firm has been the primary funding source of many Wessman projects and they are prepared to underwrite 100% of the financing for the construction of the Palm Hotel.
JIM STUART, Palm Springs, stated his support for the project as it will attract "higher-end" clients.
JOEY ENGLISH, Palm Springs, stated her support of the proposed hotel, its design and revitalization of Downtown Palm Springs.
FRANK TYSEN, Palm Springs, commented on the negotiations between him and Wessman Development and the impact to the existing Tennis Club and neighborhood.
JOHN WESSMAN, Palm Springs, Applicant, commented on height, setbacks, and the proposed hotel in relation to surrounding businesses
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
The City Council recessed at 8:17 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 8:31 P.M.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on the background and prior action of the City Council and the Community Redevelopment Agency.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the revitalization of the Downtown area, prior City Council actions, requested the City Attorney address if the project is entitled, commented on the relationship of the site and setbacks, and stated the project is detrimental to the quality of life to the surrounding area.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff clarify transfer of density and the determination to allow fifty-one units, stated her concerns with respect to the height and requested staff address building components above the 44 foot height, proposed parking, and commented on the terms of the original Owner Participation Agreement.
Councilmember Mills commented on the terms of the original Owner Participation Agreement and compared the current project to the project presented at the time of the agreement, stated the project did go through the process, commented on the height of the building by right-of-zone as compared to the proposed project, and requested an amendment to include a Condition of Approval to require a re-study of the colors at the time of processing the final PD.
Mayor Oden commented on the previous actions and history of the City Council with regard to this project and the location, commented on the process and the importance of the project to the area.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the R3 height zoning requirements, the differences between the original project and the proposed project, and stated the rooftop bar will cause problems in the community.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, recommended a change to Condition No. 15 as approved by the Planning Commission to require a covenant with respect to off-site parking.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21714, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1089, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 322, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF A 51-UNIT BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ON APPROXIMATELY 36,217 SQUARE FEET PARCEL LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND CAHUILLA ROAD, SECTION 15" amending the Conditions of Approval to require a re-study of the colors at the time of processing the final PD, and amending Final Design Condition No. 15 to require a covenant with respect to off-site parking. Moved by Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21714, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1089, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 322, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF A 51-UNIT BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ON APPROXIMATELY 36,217 SQUARE FEET PARCEL LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND CAHUILLA ROAD, SECTION 15" amending the Conditions of Approval to require a re-study of the colors at the time of processing the final PD, and adding Final Design Condition No. 15 to provide a total of 73 parking spaces as recommended by the Planning Commission. (Approved)
1.E. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO CONSIDER AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADJUSTING THE ALLOWED MODERATE INCOME SALES PRICE:
Staff Report Item 1.E.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to
AGENCY:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 1308, "A RESOLUTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DDA) WITH HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE, A NEVADA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ADJUSTING THE ALLOWED MODERATE INCOME SALES PRICE BASED ON THE MARCH, 2006, HUD INCOME GUIDELINES AND ADJUSTING THE TERMS OF THE AGENCY BUYER ASSISTANCE NOT TO ALLOW AMORTIZATIONS OVER A FIVE (5) YEAR PERIOD FOR FOUR (4) SINGLE FAMILY INFILL HOMES FOR MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY AREA OF MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all documents related to the Agreement. A0494C.
CITY COUNCIL:
Adopt Resolution No. 21715, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONCURRING WITH THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGARDING THE APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY." A0494C. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to
AGENCY:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 1308, "A RESOLUTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DDA) WITH HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE, A NEVADA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ADJUSTING THE ALLOWED MODERATE INCOME SALES PRICE BASED ON THE MARCH, 2006, HUD INCOME GUIDELINES AND ADJUSTING THE TERMS OF THE AGENCY BUYER ASSISTANCE NOT TO ALLOW AMORTIZATIONS OVER A FIVE (5) YEAR PERIOD FOR FOUR (4) SINGLE FAMILY INFILL HOMES FOR MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY AREA OF MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all documents related to the Agreement. A0494C.
CITY COUNCIL:
Adopt Resolution No. 21715, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONCURRING WITH THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGARDING THE APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY." A0494C. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
JIM STUART, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition to Item 3.A. increasing the number of voting members on the Airport Commission.
BOB HELBLING, Palm Springs, commented on his previous statements on the Palm Hotel project.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed petition to limit building height in the Downtown area.
DANA STEWART, Palm Springs, commented on the public comment portion of the agenda, and announced Peace Day and upcoming activities.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, spoke in support of Items 2.G. American Heat Weekend and Item 4.A. 2-hour time limits on parking, and spoke in opposition to Item 2.J. regarding parking enforcement.
VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, commented on upcoming activities for Peace Day, the public comment portion of the agenda, and the Chino Cone ordinance.
BOB ELSNER, Palm Springs, Palm Springs International Airport Commission Chair, requested the City Council support Item 3.A. regarding the number of voting members on the Palm Springs International Airport Commission.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS:
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
THE CITY COUNCIL CONVENED AT 9:20 P.M. AS THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
Councilmember Pougnet briefly left Council Chamber.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items RA1. and RA2. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Approve Items RA1. and RA2. (Approved)
RA1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item RA1.
ACTION:
Approve the Minutes of September 6, 2006.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
RA2. APPROVAL OF AN EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT TO NEGOTIATE WITH RICHARD GROMAN AND STANTON GROMAN FOR TWO PARCELS TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 1.75 ACRES AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND STEVENS ROAD:
Staff Report Item RA2.
ACTION:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 1309, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT TO NEGOTIATE WITH RICHARD GROMAN AND STANTON GROMAN OF BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, FOR A PERIOD OF NINE (9) MONTHS, FOR TWO PARCELS TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 1.75 ACRES AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND STEVENS ROAD FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING A MIXED USE PROJECT MERGED AREA NO. 1;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0509C.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADJOURNED AT 9:31 P.M. AND RECONVENED AS THE CITY COUNCIL.
Councilmember Pougnet returned to the dais.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I. (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. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF JULY 31, 2006:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR AUGUST 2006:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. PROPOSED RESOLUTION CAPPING THE CITY CONTRIBUTION FOR HEALTH, VISION AND DENTAL PREMIUMS FOR UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE 2005-06 AND THE 2006-07 ASPHALT RUBBERIZED HOT MIX (ARHM) OVERLAY, CITY PROJECT 05-22:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.H. COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF A QUINT 105 FOOT AERIAL LADDER TRUCK:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF MOBILE MAPPING COMPUTERS, MOUNTING HARDWARE, DOCKING STATIONS AND ANTENNAS FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT VEHICLES:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.G. THE 2006 AMERICAN HEAT - PALM SPRINGS MOTORCYCLE & HOT ROD WEEKEND:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Councilmember Pougnet requested the City Manager address the location of the event.
Councilmember Mills commented on the location and the change to Indian Avenue, and requested the event be moved to the street in future years.
Mayor Oden commented on the event and tourism in the City.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21717, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING CERTAIN REGULATORY ORDINANCES FROM OCTOBER 6 THROUGH OCTOBER 8 TO FACILITATE THE 2006 AMERICAN HEAT - PALM SPRINGS MOTORCYCLE & HOT ROD WEEKEND;" 2) Adopt Minute Order No. 7916, Approving and authorizing the City Attorney to prepare and execute a Sponsorship Agreement with Road Shows, Incorporated to produce The 2006 American Heat - Palm Springs Motorcycle & Hot Rod Weekend; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this event. A5337. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21717, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING CERTAIN REGULATORY ORDINANCES FROM OCTOBER 6 THROUGH OCTOBER 8 TO FACILITATE THE 2006 AMERICAN HEAT - PALM SPRINGS MOTORCYCLE & HOT ROD WEEKEND;" 2) Adopt Minute Order No. 7916, Approving and authorizing the City Attorney to prepare and execute a Sponsorship Agreement with Road Shows, Incorporated to produce The 2006 American Heat - Palm Springs Motorcycle & Hot Rod Weekend; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this event. A5337. (Approved)
2.J. APPROVE CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR DOWNTOWN PARKING ENFORCEMENT:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address a permanent policy for parking in the Downtown area.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address an interim parking policy for the next few years.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the ramifications of not renewing the parking contract.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address in-house parking enforcement.
Mayor Oden commented on the positive aspects of in-house parking enforcement.
Councilmember Mills commented on the services with respect to the current contractor.
Motion to 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7919, Approving, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, Amendment 1 to Agreement No. A5242 with Standard Parking for a 9-month extension for downtown parking enforcement services in an additional amount not-to-exceed $90,000, and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5242. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7919, Approving, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, Amendment 1 to Agreement No. A5242 with Standard Parking for a 9-month extension for downtown parking enforcement services in an additional amount not-to-exceed $90,000, and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5242. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO MODIFY MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.16, PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
Staff Report Item 3.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the modified version as requested by the Airport Commission.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the effects of the Airport to the City and requested staff address the history of other cities representation on the Airport Commission.
Councilmember Pougnet stated he supports the voting status change, but stated the City of Palm Springs should have the majority of members on the Commission.
Councilmember McCulloch stated the City of Palm Springs should have the majority, but the body is too large and should be further reviewed in the future.
Motion to Direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance modifying the rotational voting status of certain Airport Commissioners and adding two additional Commissioners appointed by the City of Palm Springs. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Oden.
Vote to Direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance modifying the rotational voting status of certain Airport Commissioners and adding two additional Commissioners appointed by the City of Palm Springs. (Approved)
ACTION:
Continue past the tentative 10:00 P.M. adjournment time.
Motion Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and unanimously carried.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF TWO-HOUR TIME LIMITS ON INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AND BELARDO ROAD FROM ALEJO ROAD TO RAMON ROAD UNTIL JUNE 30, 2007:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21718, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE TWO-HOUR TIME LIMITS ON INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AND BELARDO ROAD FROM ALEJO ROAD TO RAMON ROAD UNTIL JUNE 30, 2007." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21718, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE TWO-HOUR TIME LIMITS ON INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AND BELARDO ROAD FROM ALEJO ROAD TO RAMON ROAD UNTIL JUNE 30, 2007." (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINTMENT OF A CITY COUNCIL LEGISLATIVE SUBCOMMITTEE FOR PROPOSITION 84 AND OTHER RELATED LEGISLATION WITH REGARD TO LAND CONSERVANCY FUNDING AND NATURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION:
Councilmember Pougnet clarified the tasks of the subcommittee.
ACTION:
Appoint Councilmember Pougnet and Mayor Pro Tem Foat to the Legislative Subcommittee for Proposition 84 and other related legislation.
By consensus of the City Council.
5.B. RATE ADJUSTMENT FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES:
Staff Report Item 5.B.
Troy Butzlaff, Assistant City Manager-Administration, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the process of a rate increase, recycling, and the single roll out can.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address extraordinary expenses and how they are addressed in the agreement and requested Palm Springs Disposal comment on their service rating.
Councilmember Mills requested PSDS address the retroactive rate increase.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21719, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REQUEST FROM PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR A 2.62% INCREASE IN THE RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL FEE FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES." Moved by Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Mayor Oden.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21719, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REQUEST FROM PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR A 2.62% INCREASE IN THE RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL FEE FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES." (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills announced the City’s Downtown Urban Design Guidelines received another award from the California Planning Association, and announced the upcoming Senior Softball League activities.
Councilmember Pougnet requested Code Enforcement review the newly installed walls at 633 Sunrise Way, and requested staff report if additional traffic incidents have occurred at the intersection of Toledo and Maricopa.
Mayor Oden outlined the activities and events attended by the Mayor’s office.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat announced the upcoming Unity Rally in Francis Stevens Park.
ADJOURNMENT:
Sep 20, 2006 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
Stephen Bunting, Director of Community Services, Hastings District Council, New Zealand, thanked the City Council for opportunity to shadow City Staff.
Mayor Oden and the City Council presented Police Officer Bill Hanley with a Certificate of Recognition for his service to the Community and his service to the United States while on active duty in Iraq as a member of the National Guard.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Pougnet requested Items 2.G. and 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Oden requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet.
Vote to Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PEDREGAL TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 33162 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A PROPOSED 132-UNIT CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX ON AN APPROXIMATE 13.9-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND TRAMWAY ROAD, ZONE R-3, SECTION 3:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
CHRIS BROWN, Contract Planner with Hogle-Ireland, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
DENNIS CUNNINGHAM, Applicant, provided background information on the project, commented on the design in relation to the existing Visitors Center and working with the community.
VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project and complimented the Developer for working with the neighborhood.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, stated the project is out of scale for the Chino Cone and spoke in opposition to the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the definition of "floating dot," commented on the natural slope, Condition No. 12 "fair-share" of the cost of improvements, and Condition No. 54 relocation of the existing Tramway gates.
Councilmember Mills stated the project complies with the requirements of the Chino Cone plan, although the project is not within the plan area.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated the Developer has done an excellent job on the project and appreciated the visual presentation; and commented on rock crushing, view corridors, and trails.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on the location of the project and the positive impact to the community.
Mayor Oden stated the design was exceptional, and commented on the entry and other aspects of the project.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21711, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 33162 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 132-UNIT CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX, ON APPROXIMATELY 13.96-ACRES, LOCATED AT 2855 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3, SECTION 3." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21711, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 33162 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 132-UNIT CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX, ON APPROXIMATELY 13.96-ACRES, LOCATED AT 2855 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3, SECTION 3." (Approved)
1.B. OMNIPOINT COMMUNICATIONS - T-MOBILE, CASE NO. 5.1107 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, TO INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A 60-FOOT HIGH COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA MONOPOLE WITHIN A 577.5 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AND FOUR RADIO CABINETS AT 1955 EXECUTIVE DRIVE (SCE FARRELL SUBSTATION):
Staff Report Item 1.B.
David Newell, Assistant Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff provide further information on the proposed fence.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
MONICA MORETTA, Representing Applicant, provided information on the project and stated they have reviewed the Conditions of Approval and are in agreement, and requested the City Council support the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested clarification on the location of the project.
Councilmember Mills commented on the original building standards when the property was unincorporated County of Riverside; stated the current fencing is not in compliance with the City’s Zoning Code, and requested a masonry wall with no barbed wire.
Councilmember Pougnet stated he concurs with Councilmember Mills and the requested action would be in line with current Code Enforcement efforts to beautify and clean-up the City.
Councilmember McCulloch requested further information on the current fence around the SCE substation and the suggested new requirement for a masonry wall.
Mayor Oden commented on the historical use of chain-linked fence, and the desire of Council to modify the provision subject to each project.
Councilmember McCulloch stated that SCE has declined the use of a masonry wall, and in essence that would be denying the project.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21712, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1107, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION, TO INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A 60-FOOT HIGH COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA MONOPOLE WITHIN A 577.5 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AND FOUR RADIO CABINETS AT 1955 EXECUTIVE DRIVE (SCE FARRELL SUBSTATION), M-1-P ZONE, SECTION 6, T4S, R5E" amending the Conditions of Approval to require the two sections of fence along the North and the East be eight (8) foot masonry walls with the extension of the plant material. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21712, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1107, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION, TO INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A 60-FOOT HIGH COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA MONOPOLE WITHIN A 577.5 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AND FOUR RADIO CABINETS AT 1955 EXECUTIVE DRIVE (SCE FARRELL SUBSTATION), M-1-P ZONE, SECTION 6, T4S, R5E" amending the Conditions of Approval to require the two sections of fence along the North and the East be eight (8) foot masonry walls with the extension of the plant material. (Approved)
1.C. INDIAN AVENUE/INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE WIDENING, CITY PROJECT NO. 00-14, ADOPTION OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVAL OF CONCEPTUAL PLANS:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the interchange on Indian with respect to the MSHCP.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the project in relation to the proposed Gannett project.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the change from 4-lanes to 6-lanes.
Mayor Oden commented on this project with respect to the overall transportation programs with CVAG and the funding of the project.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21713, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND ORDERING THE FILING OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AND APPROVING CASE NO. 5.1092, AN APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE INDIAN AVENUE/INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE, INCLUDING WIDENING THE EXISTING TWO-LANE BRIDGE TO A SIX-LANE BRIDGE, AND WIDENING AND REALIGNMENT OF ON-RAMPS AND OFF-RAMPS, SECTIONS 14, 15, 22, AND 23, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST." Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21713, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND ORDERING THE FILING OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AND APPROVING CASE NO. 5.1092, AN APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE INDIAN AVENUE/INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE, INCLUDING WIDENING THE EXISTING TWO-LANE BRIDGE TO A SIX-LANE BRIDGE, AND WIDENING AND REALIGNMENT OF ON-RAMPS AND OFF-RAMPS, SECTIONS 14, 15, 22, AND 23, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST." (Approved)
1.D. THE PALM HOTEL - CASE NO. 5.1089, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 322, AN APPLICATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A FOUR-STORY BOUTIQUE HOTEL WITH 51 ROOMS INCLUDING 11 SUITES, ROOF TERRACE AREA WITH CABANAS, A RESTAURANT, A BAR, A WATER FEATURE, AND SWIMMING POOL ON AN APPROXIMATELY 36,217 SQUARE FEET SITE, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND CAHUILLA ROAD:
Staff Report Item 1.D.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the process through the Architectural Advisory Committee.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the process through the Planning Commission.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
RIC SUPPLE, Palm Springs, stated the Downtown area needs revitalization and spoke in support of the project.
LAURI AYLAIAN, Palm Springs, outlined her concerns as stated in the letter from the Historic Tennis Club, commented on the high density and disregard for the zoning ordinance.
DICK TAYLOR, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the proposed project as it would be beneficial to the existing businesses in the neighborhood.
BOB HELBLING, Palm Springs, commented on the participant negotiations, and stated the City would like a hotel in that location.
PATRICK MUNDT, spoke in support of the project and commented on a vibrant Downtown.
BRANDON NUNEZ, spoke in support of the project and commented on responsible dynamic growth in the Downtown area.
BOB ROSENAU, Palm Springs, stated this project is to too massive for the location, and requested the project be scaled down and meet the setback requirements.
CATHERINE McMILLAN, Palm Springs, commented on growth in the Downtown area and stated her support for the project.
LAURA WALSH, stated her support for the project and the hotel is needed to revitalize the Downtown area.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, stated the project is too massive for the site and spoke in opposition of the project.
JADE NELSON, representing the owners of the Orchid Tree Hotel, stated the project is wrong for the location and in opposition of the project.
JOAN MARTIN, Palm Springs, commented on density, stated the project should meet the zoning requirements and the General Plan.
RICH YOUNG, Palm Springs, stated the City needs Boutique Hotels like the proposed project and spoke in support of the project.
JUDITH CONNOLLY, Palm Springs, stated her support for the project and the appeal to a younger audience in the City of Palm Springs.
HADDON LIBBY, Palm Springs, stated his support for the project, and the project will benefit other businesses in the City.
KIMBERLY NICHOLS, Palm Springs Art Museum, stated her support for the project and marketing to a new Palm Springs Museum audience.
DR. STEVEN GUNDRY, Palm Springs, commented on competitive tourist destinations, and stated his support of the project.
JEANNETTA DAO, spoke in support of the proposed project and stated the hotel has the support of the Palm Springs Tennis Club.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the proposed project and a revitalized Downtown area.
LEE APPEL, spoke in support of the proposed project, and the project is needed in the Downtown area.
SHERWOOD KELLEY, stated his firm has been the primary funding source of many Wessman projects and they are prepared to underwrite 100% of the financing for the construction of the Palm Hotel.
JIM STUART, Palm Springs, stated his support for the project as it will attract "higher-end" clients.
JOEY ENGLISH, Palm Springs, stated her support of the proposed hotel, its design and revitalization of Downtown Palm Springs.
FRANK TYSEN, Palm Springs, commented on the negotiations between him and Wessman Development and the impact to the existing Tennis Club and neighborhood.
JOHN WESSMAN, Palm Springs, Applicant, commented on height, setbacks, and the proposed hotel in relation to surrounding businesses
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
The City Council recessed at 8:17 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 8:31 P.M.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on the background and prior action of the City Council and the Community Redevelopment Agency.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the revitalization of the Downtown area, prior City Council actions, requested the City Attorney address if the project is entitled, commented on the relationship of the site and setbacks, and stated the project is detrimental to the quality of life to the surrounding area.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff clarify transfer of density and the determination to allow fifty-one units, stated her concerns with respect to the height and requested staff address building components above the 44 foot height, proposed parking, and commented on the terms of the original Owner Participation Agreement.
Councilmember Mills commented on the terms of the original Owner Participation Agreement and compared the current project to the project presented at the time of the agreement, stated the project did go through the process, commented on the height of the building by right-of-zone as compared to the proposed project, and requested an amendment to include a Condition of Approval to require a re-study of the colors at the time of processing the final PD.
Mayor Oden commented on the previous actions and history of the City Council with regard to this project and the location, commented on the process and the importance of the project to the area.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the R3 height zoning requirements, the differences between the original project and the proposed project, and stated the rooftop bar will cause problems in the community.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, recommended a change to Condition No. 15 as approved by the Planning Commission to require a covenant with respect to off-site parking.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21714, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1089, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 322, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF A 51-UNIT BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ON APPROXIMATELY 36,217 SQUARE FEET PARCEL LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND CAHUILLA ROAD, SECTION 15" amending the Conditions of Approval to require a re-study of the colors at the time of processing the final PD, and amending Final Design Condition No. 15 to require a covenant with respect to off-site parking. Moved by Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21714, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1089, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 322, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF A 51-UNIT BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ON APPROXIMATELY 36,217 SQUARE FEET PARCEL LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND CAHUILLA ROAD, SECTION 15" amending the Conditions of Approval to require a re-study of the colors at the time of processing the final PD, and adding Final Design Condition No. 15 to provide a total of 73 parking spaces as recommended by the Planning Commission. (Approved)
1.E. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO CONSIDER AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADJUSTING THE ALLOWED MODERATE INCOME SALES PRICE:
Staff Report Item 1.E.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to
AGENCY:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 1308, "A RESOLUTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DDA) WITH HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE, A NEVADA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ADJUSTING THE ALLOWED MODERATE INCOME SALES PRICE BASED ON THE MARCH, 2006, HUD INCOME GUIDELINES AND ADJUSTING THE TERMS OF THE AGENCY BUYER ASSISTANCE NOT TO ALLOW AMORTIZATIONS OVER A FIVE (5) YEAR PERIOD FOR FOUR (4) SINGLE FAMILY INFILL HOMES FOR MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY AREA OF MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all documents related to the Agreement. A0494C.
CITY COUNCIL:
Adopt Resolution No. 21715, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONCURRING WITH THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGARDING THE APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY." A0494C. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to
AGENCY:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 1308, "A RESOLUTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DDA) WITH HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE, A NEVADA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ADJUSTING THE ALLOWED MODERATE INCOME SALES PRICE BASED ON THE MARCH, 2006, HUD INCOME GUIDELINES AND ADJUSTING THE TERMS OF THE AGENCY BUYER ASSISTANCE NOT TO ALLOW AMORTIZATIONS OVER A FIVE (5) YEAR PERIOD FOR FOUR (4) SINGLE FAMILY INFILL HOMES FOR MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY AREA OF MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all documents related to the Agreement. A0494C.
CITY COUNCIL:
Adopt Resolution No. 21715, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONCURRING WITH THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGARDING THE APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY." A0494C. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
JIM STUART, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition to Item 3.A. increasing the number of voting members on the Airport Commission.
BOB HELBLING, Palm Springs, commented on his previous statements on the Palm Hotel project.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed petition to limit building height in the Downtown area.
DANA STEWART, Palm Springs, commented on the public comment portion of the agenda, and announced Peace Day and upcoming activities.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, spoke in support of Items 2.G. American Heat Weekend and Item 4.A. 2-hour time limits on parking, and spoke in opposition to Item 2.J. regarding parking enforcement.
VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, commented on upcoming activities for Peace Day, the public comment portion of the agenda, and the Chino Cone ordinance.
BOB ELSNER, Palm Springs, Palm Springs International Airport Commission Chair, requested the City Council support Item 3.A. regarding the number of voting members on the Palm Springs International Airport Commission.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS:
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
THE CITY COUNCIL CONVENED AT 9:20 P.M. AS THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
Councilmember Pougnet briefly left Council Chamber.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items RA1. and RA2. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Approve Items RA1. and RA2. (Approved)
RA1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item RA1.
ACTION:
Approve the Minutes of September 6, 2006.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
RA2. APPROVAL OF AN EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT TO NEGOTIATE WITH RICHARD GROMAN AND STANTON GROMAN FOR TWO PARCELS TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 1.75 ACRES AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND STEVENS ROAD:
Staff Report Item RA2.
ACTION:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 1309, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT TO NEGOTIATE WITH RICHARD GROMAN AND STANTON GROMAN OF BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, FOR A PERIOD OF NINE (9) MONTHS, FOR TWO PARCELS TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 1.75 ACRES AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND STEVENS ROAD FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING A MIXED USE PROJECT MERGED AREA NO. 1;" and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0509C.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADJOURNED AT 9:31 P.M. AND RECONVENED AS THE CITY COUNCIL.
Councilmember Pougnet returned to the dais.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I. (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. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF JULY 31, 2006:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR AUGUST 2006:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. PROPOSED RESOLUTION CAPPING THE CITY CONTRIBUTION FOR HEALTH, VISION AND DENTAL PREMIUMS FOR UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE 2005-06 AND THE 2006-07 ASPHALT RUBBERIZED HOT MIX (ARHM) OVERLAY, CITY PROJECT 05-22:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.H. COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF A QUINT 105 FOOT AERIAL LADDER TRUCK:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF MOBILE MAPPING COMPUTERS, MOUNTING HARDWARE, DOCKING STATIONS AND ANTENNAS FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT VEHICLES:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.G. THE 2006 AMERICAN HEAT - PALM SPRINGS MOTORCYCLE & HOT ROD WEEKEND:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Councilmember Pougnet requested the City Manager address the location of the event.
Councilmember Mills commented on the location and the change to Indian Avenue, and requested the event be moved to the street in future years.
Mayor Oden commented on the event and tourism in the City.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21717, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING CERTAIN REGULATORY ORDINANCES FROM OCTOBER 6 THROUGH OCTOBER 8 TO FACILITATE THE 2006 AMERICAN HEAT - PALM SPRINGS MOTORCYCLE & HOT ROD WEEKEND;" 2) Adopt Minute Order No. 7916, Approving and authorizing the City Attorney to prepare and execute a Sponsorship Agreement with Road Shows, Incorporated to produce The 2006 American Heat - Palm Springs Motorcycle & Hot Rod Weekend; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this event. A5337. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21717, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING CERTAIN REGULATORY ORDINANCES FROM OCTOBER 6 THROUGH OCTOBER 8 TO FACILITATE THE 2006 AMERICAN HEAT - PALM SPRINGS MOTORCYCLE & HOT ROD WEEKEND;" 2) Adopt Minute Order No. 7916, Approving and authorizing the City Attorney to prepare and execute a Sponsorship Agreement with Road Shows, Incorporated to produce The 2006 American Heat - Palm Springs Motorcycle & Hot Rod Weekend; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this event. A5337. (Approved)
2.J. APPROVE CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR DOWNTOWN PARKING ENFORCEMENT:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address a permanent policy for parking in the Downtown area.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address an interim parking policy for the next few years.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the ramifications of not renewing the parking contract.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address in-house parking enforcement.
Mayor Oden commented on the positive aspects of in-house parking enforcement.
Councilmember Mills commented on the services with respect to the current contractor.
Motion to 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7919, Approving, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, Amendment 1 to Agreement No. A5242 with Standard Parking for a 9-month extension for downtown parking enforcement services in an additional amount not-to-exceed $90,000, and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5242. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7919, Approving, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, Amendment 1 to Agreement No. A5242 with Standard Parking for a 9-month extension for downtown parking enforcement services in an additional amount not-to-exceed $90,000, and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5242. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO MODIFY MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.16, PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
Staff Report Item 3.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the modified version as requested by the Airport Commission.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the effects of the Airport to the City and requested staff address the history of other cities representation on the Airport Commission.
Councilmember Pougnet stated he supports the voting status change, but stated the City of Palm Springs should have the majority of members on the Commission.
Councilmember McCulloch stated the City of Palm Springs should have the majority, but the body is too large and should be further reviewed in the future.
Motion to Direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance modifying the rotational voting status of certain Airport Commissioners and adding two additional Commissioners appointed by the City of Palm Springs. Moved by Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Oden.
Vote to Direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance modifying the rotational voting status of certain Airport Commissioners and adding two additional Commissioners appointed by the City of Palm Springs. (Approved)
ACTION:
Continue past the tentative 10:00 P.M. adjournment time.
Motion Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and unanimously carried.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF TWO-HOUR TIME LIMITS ON INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AND BELARDO ROAD FROM ALEJO ROAD TO RAMON ROAD UNTIL JUNE 30, 2007:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 21718, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE TWO-HOUR TIME LIMITS ON INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AND BELARDO ROAD FROM ALEJO ROAD TO RAMON ROAD UNTIL JUNE 30, 2007." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 21718, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE TWO-HOUR TIME LIMITS ON INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AND BELARDO ROAD FROM ALEJO ROAD TO RAMON ROAD UNTIL JUNE 30, 2007." (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINTMENT OF A CITY COUNCIL LEGISLATIVE SUBCOMMITTEE FOR PROPOSITION 84 AND OTHER RELATED LEGISLATION WITH REGARD TO LAND CONSERVANCY FUNDING AND NATURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION:
Councilmember Pougnet clarified the tasks of the subcommittee.
ACTION:
Appoint Councilmember Pougnet and Mayor Pro Tem Foat to the Legislative Subcommittee for Proposition 84 and other related legislation.
By consensus of the City Council.
5.B. RATE ADJUSTMENT FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES:
Staff Report Item 5.B.
Troy Butzlaff, Assistant City Manager-Administration, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the process of a rate increase, recycling, and the single roll out can.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address extraordinary expenses and how they are addressed in the agreement and requested Palm Springs Disposal comment on their service rating.
Councilmember Mills requested PSDS address the retroactive rate increase.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21719, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REQUEST FROM PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR A 2.62% INCREASE IN THE RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL FEE FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES." Moved by Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Mayor Oden.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21719, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REQUEST FROM PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR A 2.62% INCREASE IN THE RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL FEE FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES." (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills announced the City’s Downtown Urban Design Guidelines received another award from the California Planning Association, and announced the upcoming Senior Softball League activities.
Councilmember Pougnet requested Code Enforcement review the newly installed walls at 633 Sunrise Way, and requested staff report if additional traffic incidents have occurred at the intersection of Toledo and Maricopa.
Mayor Oden outlined the activities and events attended by the Mayor’s office.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat announced the upcoming Unity Rally in Francis Stevens Park.
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