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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Hutcheson noted his business related abs tension on Item 2.I.
Councilmember Weigel requested Item 2.P. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. DESIGNATION OF THE PROPERTIES KNOWN AS "THE CASA CODY HOTEL" LOCATED AT 141 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD, 175 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD, AND 300 WEST ARENAS ROAD AS CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITES, INCLUDING DESIGNATING THREE ELEMENTS WITHIN THE HOTEL COMPLEX AS CLASS 2 HISTORIC SITES, CASES HSPB 59A, 59B, AND 59C:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 15, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
FRANK TYSEN, Applicant, provided the background and history of the acquisition and rehabilitation of the property and requested the City Council approve the historic designations.
RON MARSHALL, Palm Springs Preservation Foundation, stated the support of the Foundation for the historic designation of the property.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated her support for the project and thanked Frank Tysen for his efforts, and commented on the historic expanse of time represented by the properties.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the color stipulated under the historic designation, and thanked Frank Tysen for his efforts.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22355, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE STRUCTURE THE WINTER HOUSE AND THE MCCALLUM ERA STONE WALL AT 141 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59A;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22356, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE STRUCTURE THE CASA CODY HOTEL AND THE MCCALLUM ERA STONE WALL AT 175 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59B, AND DESIGNATING THE OLYMPIC COTTAGE AND THE APACHE LODGE AS CLASS TWO SITES;" and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22357, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE ORIGINAL ADOBE WALLS AND WOOD SHUTTERS OF THE ADOBE HOUSE AT 300 WEST ARENAS ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59C, AND DESIGNATING THE SOUTH PORTION OF THE EL RINCON HOTEL AND APARTMENT BUILDINGS AS A CLASS TWO HISTORIC SITE." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22355, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE STRUCTURE THE WINTER HOUSE AND THE MCCALLUM ERA STONE WALL AT 141 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59A;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22356, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE STRUCTURE THE CASA CODY HOTEL AND THE MCCALLUM ERA STONE WALL AT 175 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59B, AND DESIGNATING THE OLYMPIC COTTAGE AND THE APACHE LODGE AS CLASS TWO SITES;" and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22357, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE ORIGINAL ADOBE WALLS AND WOOD SHUTTERS OF THE ADOBE HOUSE AT 300 WEST ARENAS ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59C, AND DESIGNATING THE SOUTH PORTION OF THE EL RINCON HOTEL AND APARTMENT BUILDINGS AS A CLASS TWO HISTORIC SITE." (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MARNA VAN HORN, stated her support for Items 2.P. and 5.A., and she was available to answer any questions.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., and 2.Q. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., and 2.Q. (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.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR SEPTEMBER 2008:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2008:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1751, ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT TO ESTABLISH POLICIES AND STANDARDS FOR NEIGHBORHOOD ENTRY SIGNS IN SINGLE FAMILY NEIGHBORHOODS:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF SHELLY SAUNDERS FROM THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. SUMMARY VACATION OF A PORTION OF BARISTO ROAD IN SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. 025-N, WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR USE OF CONGESTION MANAGEMENT AIR QUALITY (CMAQ) FEDERAL-AID FUNDS FOR SAN LORENZO ROAD SHOULDER PAVING:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.J. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. 026-N, WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR USE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (HSIP) FEDERAL-AID FUNDS FOR THE INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AT TAMARISK ROAD TRAFFIC SIGNAL:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
2.K. PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER RECYCLING POLICY:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
2.L. ACQUISITION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR THE INDIAN CANYON DRIVE / INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE WIDENING PROJECT:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
2.M. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE, 2008 BIENNIAL NOTICE FOR RECEIVE AND FILE PURSUANT TO THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT:
Staff Report Item 2.M.
2.N. ACCEPT A GRANT FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY FOR A SEATBELT AND CHILD SAFETY SEAT COMPLIANCE PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,914.00:
Staff Report Item 2.N.
2.O. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF KIMBERLY NICHOLS FROM THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES:
Staff Report Item 2.O.
2.Q. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF MATT BOUSQUETTE FROM THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES:
Staff Report Item 2.Q.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.P. CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE PALM SPRINGS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR IMPLEMENTING A BUSINESS RETENTION VISITATION PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000:
Staff Report Item 2.P.
Councilmember Weigel stated this has been a priority for the City Council, and requested staff address if the City requires a business plan prior to the issuance of a business license.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the history and the development of business retention procedures and programs.
Motion to 1) Approve an agreement with the Palm Springs Economic Development Corporation for implementing a business retention visitation program in the amount of $30,000; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22366, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 BUDGET." A5735. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Approve an agreement with the Palm Springs Economic Development Corporation for implementing a business retention visitation program in the amount of $30,000; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22366, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 BUDGET." A5735. (Approved)
The City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency convened at 6: 39 p.m. as a Joint Meeting with the City Council.
RA. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
RA1. NON-EXCLUSIVE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH VERIZON WIRELESS FOR USE OF FLOOR, ROOFTOP, ANTENNA, AND CABLING SPACE ON THE TOP DECK OF THE CITY-OWNED PARKING STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 295 SOUTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item RA1.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 15, 2008.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the purpose and benefits to the City for allowing the use on the City parking structure, the building of a structure on top of the elevator shaft, and stated his concerns with being unable to conceal the tower with landscaping or other materials.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated he would like for the project to be considered by the AAC and the Planning Commission.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the design and requested staff address the cable and the location of the equipment.
Motion to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Verizon Wireless, City of Palm Springs, and the City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency, for non-exclusive use of the City-owned parking structure to provide floor, rooftop, antenna, and cabling space on the top deck of the parking structure located at 295 South Indian Canyon Drive; and 2) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Verizon Wireless, City of Palm Springs, and the City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency, for non-exclusive use of the City-owned parking structure to provide floor, rooftop, antenna, and cabling space on the top deck of the parking structure located at 295 South Indian Canyon Drive; and 2) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5736. (Declined) (Recorded at 00:45:14)
The City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 6:47 p.m., and the City Council continued.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH RICH PARZINSKY POOLS, INC., FOR THE RAINMAKER FOUNTAIN REPAIRS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $63,500:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 15, 2008.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the warranty on the project.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the qualifications of the contractor and the supervision of the contractor.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff comment on the funding for the repairs.
Motion to 1) Approve an agreement with Rich Parzinsky Pools, Inc., for the Rainmaker Fountain Repairs, in the amount of $63,500, CP 08-02; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22367, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 BUDGET;" 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5736. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Approve an agreement with Rich Parzinsky Pools, Inc., for the Rainmaker Fountain Repairs, in the amount of $63,500, CP 08-02; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22367, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 BUDGET;" 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5736. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. DECISION TO OVERRULE THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION FINDING OF INCONSISTENCY FOR THE RETAIL COMMERCIAL CENTER LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL, CASE 5.1161:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 15, 2008.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the letter submitted by the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22368, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OVERRULING THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION FINDING OF INCONSISTENCY FOR THE RETAIL COMMERCIAL CENTER LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL, ZONE M-1, SECTION 20." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22368, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OVERRULING THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION FINDING OF INCONSISTENCY FOR THE RETAIL COMMERCIAL CENTER LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL, ZONE M-1, SECTION 20." (Approved)
5.B. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO THE "JACKIE LEE HOUSTON PLAZA" DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE:
Motion to Appoint Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills to the City Council "Jackie Lee Houston Plaza" Design Review Subcommittee. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Appoint Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills to the City Council "Jackie Lee Houston Plaza" Design Review Subcommittee. (Approved)
5.C. REPORT FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AIRPORT LIAISON REGARDING THE PROPOSED REPLACEMENT CONTROL TOWER:
Councilmember Mills reported on a meeting with the FAA and staff at the Palm Springs Airport for the replacement of the Control Tower at the Palm Springs International Airport. Councilmember Mills stated the FAA contracted with architects for a base plan for all airport towers, but stated the FAA may allow the City to work with the architect to create a special look to the Tower for Palm Springs.
No action taken.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills commented on the placement of vendors at the American Heat 2008 Motorcycle Weekend event, stated the concept would work for VillageFest, and stated the promoter is not meeting the promises made to the City.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the 2008 American Heat Motorcycle Weekend event and thanked the Police Department for their efforts toward the event, and requested the City Manager add a discussion of the City’s investments to the upcoming budget discussion and update.
Mayor Pougnet requested the City Manager provide the City Council with the timelines for the Tahquitz Canyon Median and City Hall parking lot landscape project.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat questioned if landscaping could be proposed on Civic Drive at the new street closure during the Tahquitz Canyon Median landscape project.
ADJOURNMENT:
Oct 15, 2008 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:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Hutcheson noted his business related abs tension on Item 2.I.
Councilmember Weigel requested Item 2.P. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. DESIGNATION OF THE PROPERTIES KNOWN AS "THE CASA CODY HOTEL" LOCATED AT 141 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD, 175 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD, AND 300 WEST ARENAS ROAD AS CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITES, INCLUDING DESIGNATING THREE ELEMENTS WITHIN THE HOTEL COMPLEX AS CLASS 2 HISTORIC SITES, CASES HSPB 59A, 59B, AND 59C:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 15, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
FRANK TYSEN, Applicant, provided the background and history of the acquisition and rehabilitation of the property and requested the City Council approve the historic designations.
RON MARSHALL, Palm Springs Preservation Foundation, stated the support of the Foundation for the historic designation of the property.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated her support for the project and thanked Frank Tysen for his efforts, and commented on the historic expanse of time represented by the properties.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the color stipulated under the historic designation, and thanked Frank Tysen for his efforts.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22355, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE STRUCTURE THE WINTER HOUSE AND THE MCCALLUM ERA STONE WALL AT 141 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59A;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22356, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE STRUCTURE THE CASA CODY HOTEL AND THE MCCALLUM ERA STONE WALL AT 175 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59B, AND DESIGNATING THE OLYMPIC COTTAGE AND THE APACHE LODGE AS CLASS TWO SITES;" and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22357, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE ORIGINAL ADOBE WALLS AND WOOD SHUTTERS OF THE ADOBE HOUSE AT 300 WEST ARENAS ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59C, AND DESIGNATING THE SOUTH PORTION OF THE EL RINCON HOTEL AND APARTMENT BUILDINGS AS A CLASS TWO HISTORIC SITE." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22355, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE STRUCTURE THE WINTER HOUSE AND THE MCCALLUM ERA STONE WALL AT 141 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59A;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22356, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE STRUCTURE THE CASA CODY HOTEL AND THE MCCALLUM ERA STONE WALL AT 175 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59B, AND DESIGNATING THE OLYMPIC COTTAGE AND THE APACHE LODGE AS CLASS TWO SITES;" and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22357, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE ORIGINAL ADOBE WALLS AND WOOD SHUTTERS OF THE ADOBE HOUSE AT 300 WEST ARENAS ROAD AS CLASS ONE HISTORIC SITE 59C, AND DESIGNATING THE SOUTH PORTION OF THE EL RINCON HOTEL AND APARTMENT BUILDINGS AS A CLASS TWO HISTORIC SITE." (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MARNA VAN HORN, stated her support for Items 2.P. and 5.A., and she was available to answer any questions.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., and 2.Q. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., and 2.Q. (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.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR SEPTEMBER 2008:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2008:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1751, ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT TO ESTABLISH POLICIES AND STANDARDS FOR NEIGHBORHOOD ENTRY SIGNS IN SINGLE FAMILY NEIGHBORHOODS:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF SHELLY SAUNDERS FROM THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. SUMMARY VACATION OF A PORTION OF BARISTO ROAD IN SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. 025-N, WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR USE OF CONGESTION MANAGEMENT AIR QUALITY (CMAQ) FEDERAL-AID FUNDS FOR SAN LORENZO ROAD SHOULDER PAVING:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.J. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. 026-N, WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR USE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (HSIP) FEDERAL-AID FUNDS FOR THE INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AT TAMARISK ROAD TRAFFIC SIGNAL:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
2.K. PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER RECYCLING POLICY:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
2.L. ACQUISITION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR THE INDIAN CANYON DRIVE / INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE WIDENING PROJECT:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
2.M. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE, 2008 BIENNIAL NOTICE FOR RECEIVE AND FILE PURSUANT TO THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT:
Staff Report Item 2.M.
2.N. ACCEPT A GRANT FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY FOR A SEATBELT AND CHILD SAFETY SEAT COMPLIANCE PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,914.00:
Staff Report Item 2.N.
2.O. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF KIMBERLY NICHOLS FROM THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES:
Staff Report Item 2.O.
2.Q. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF MATT BOUSQUETTE FROM THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES:
Staff Report Item 2.Q.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.P. CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE PALM SPRINGS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR IMPLEMENTING A BUSINESS RETENTION VISITATION PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000:
Staff Report Item 2.P.
Councilmember Weigel stated this has been a priority for the City Council, and requested staff address if the City requires a business plan prior to the issuance of a business license.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the history and the development of business retention procedures and programs.
Motion to 1) Approve an agreement with the Palm Springs Economic Development Corporation for implementing a business retention visitation program in the amount of $30,000; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22366, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 BUDGET." A5735. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Approve an agreement with the Palm Springs Economic Development Corporation for implementing a business retention visitation program in the amount of $30,000; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22366, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 BUDGET." A5735. (Approved)
The City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency convened at 6: 39 p.m. as a Joint Meeting with the City Council.
RA. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
RA1. NON-EXCLUSIVE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH VERIZON WIRELESS FOR USE OF FLOOR, ROOFTOP, ANTENNA, AND CABLING SPACE ON THE TOP DECK OF THE CITY-OWNED PARKING STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 295 SOUTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item RA1.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 15, 2008.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the purpose and benefits to the City for allowing the use on the City parking structure, the building of a structure on top of the elevator shaft, and stated his concerns with being unable to conceal the tower with landscaping or other materials.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated he would like for the project to be considered by the AAC and the Planning Commission.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the design and requested staff address the cable and the location of the equipment.
Motion to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Verizon Wireless, City of Palm Springs, and the City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency, for non-exclusive use of the City-owned parking structure to provide floor, rooftop, antenna, and cabling space on the top deck of the parking structure located at 295 South Indian Canyon Drive; and 2) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Verizon Wireless, City of Palm Springs, and the City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency, for non-exclusive use of the City-owned parking structure to provide floor, rooftop, antenna, and cabling space on the top deck of the parking structure located at 295 South Indian Canyon Drive; and 2) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5736. (Declined) (Recorded at 00:45:14)
The City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 6:47 p.m., and the City Council continued.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH RICH PARZINSKY POOLS, INC., FOR THE RAINMAKER FOUNTAIN REPAIRS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $63,500:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 15, 2008.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the warranty on the project.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the qualifications of the contractor and the supervision of the contractor.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff comment on the funding for the repairs.
Motion to 1) Approve an agreement with Rich Parzinsky Pools, Inc., for the Rainmaker Fountain Repairs, in the amount of $63,500, CP 08-02; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22367, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 BUDGET;" 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5736. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Approve an agreement with Rich Parzinsky Pools, Inc., for the Rainmaker Fountain Repairs, in the amount of $63,500, CP 08-02; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22367, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 BUDGET;" 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5736. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. DECISION TO OVERRULE THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION FINDING OF INCONSISTENCY FOR THE RETAIL COMMERCIAL CENTER LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL, CASE 5.1161:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 15, 2008.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the letter submitted by the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22368, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OVERRULING THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION FINDING OF INCONSISTENCY FOR THE RETAIL COMMERCIAL CENTER LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL, ZONE M-1, SECTION 20." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22368, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OVERRULING THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION FINDING OF INCONSISTENCY FOR THE RETAIL COMMERCIAL CENTER LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL, ZONE M-1, SECTION 20." (Approved)
5.B. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO THE "JACKIE LEE HOUSTON PLAZA" DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE:
Motion to Appoint Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills to the City Council "Jackie Lee Houston Plaza" Design Review Subcommittee. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Appoint Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills to the City Council "Jackie Lee Houston Plaza" Design Review Subcommittee. (Approved)
5.C. REPORT FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AIRPORT LIAISON REGARDING THE PROPOSED REPLACEMENT CONTROL TOWER:
Councilmember Mills reported on a meeting with the FAA and staff at the Palm Springs Airport for the replacement of the Control Tower at the Palm Springs International Airport. Councilmember Mills stated the FAA contracted with architects for a base plan for all airport towers, but stated the FAA may allow the City to work with the architect to create a special look to the Tower for Palm Springs.
No action taken.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills commented on the placement of vendors at the American Heat 2008 Motorcycle Weekend event, stated the concept would work for VillageFest, and stated the promoter is not meeting the promises made to the City.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the 2008 American Heat Motorcycle Weekend event and thanked the Police Department for their efforts toward the event, and requested the City Manager add a discussion of the City’s investments to the upcoming budget discussion and update.
Mayor Pougnet requested the City Manager provide the City Council with the timelines for the Tahquitz Canyon Median and City Hall parking lot landscape project.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat questioned if landscaping could be proposed on Civic Drive at the new street closure during the Tahquitz Canyon Median landscape project.
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