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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 5 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson stated staff would recommend the City Council remove Items 2.J. and 2.L. from the Consent Calendar for a staff report and update.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested Item 2.H. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and vote.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested Item 2.D. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and vote.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPLICATION BY MICHAEL CARTWRIGHT OF PALM SPRINGS TREATMENT CENTERS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE, FOR AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY AT 168 VIA ESCUELA ROAD, CASE 5.1193 CUP, PDD 354:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Ken Lyon, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pougnet stated his support for public benefit to realize a level of sustainability.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the number of projects that are expected to be exempted from public benefits, and requested the City Council impose a public benefit for this project.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested a public benefit, questioned staff on the Public Art requirement, and the definition of substance abuse programs.
Motion to 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1753, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE 5.1193, PDD 354, A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A 28-BED ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY LOCATED AT 168 VIA ESCUELA ROAD, ZONE R-2, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4, RANGE 4," amending the Conditions of Approval to provide a public benefit for sustainability. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1753, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE 5.1193, PDD 354, A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A 28-BED ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY LOCATED AT 168 VIA ESCUELA ROAD, ZONE R-2, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4, RANGE 4," amending the Conditions of Approval to provide a public benefit for sustainability. (Approved)
1.B. OLYMPIAN VILLAS, A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF A 38-UNIT SENIOR LIVING CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX ON AN APPROXIMATE 2.66-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT 1551 EAST AMADO ROAD, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 35998, CASE 3.3274 MAJ:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
Ken Lyon, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
JOHN SKORDOULIS, Applicant, outlined the design of the project and requested the City Council approve the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the underground parking, the number of parking spaces, the entrance to the parking, requested the Applicant address the architecture and Fire Department access, and requested the City Attorney address bonding for the project.
Councilmember Hutcheson thanked the Applicant for proposing senior living housing and in compliance with the Zoning Code, and requested the Applicant address the architecture, style, and color palette for the project.
Councilmember Weigel stated his support for the architecture and the need for senior services in the City.
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the comments by the AAC, the addition of sustainability and/or energy efficiency aspects of the project, and stated some of the parking should be adapted to electric vehicles.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address a provision if construction should stall.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the overall sustainability issues and the City Council adding conditions of approval without an overall policy statement.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22371, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 35998 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 38-UNIT SENIOR LIVING CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX, ON APPROXIMATELY 2.66 ACRES, LOCATED AT 1550 EAST AMADO ROAD, ZONE MR, SECTION 14 (IL);" adding Section 3 to the resolution to read, "The City Council approves Tentative Tract Map 35998 subject to the Conditions of Approval attached to this Resolution as Exhibit A;" amending Condition No. ENG 27 to add "restored," adding two Conditions of Approval that require five (5) parking bays for electric vehicles, and the Developer should seek to be sensitive to desert colors and environment as to as consistent as possible to the adjacent buildings. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22371, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 35998 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 38-UNIT SENIOR LIVING CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX, ON APPROXIMATELY 2.66 ACRES, LOCATED AT 1550 EAST AMADO ROAD, ZONE MR, SECTION 14 (IL);" adding Section 3 to the resolution to read, "The City Council approves Tentative Tract Map 35998 subject to the Conditions of Approval attached to this Resolution as Exhibit A;" amending Condition No. ENG 27 to add "restored," adding two Conditions of Approval that require five (5) parking bays for electric vehicles, and the Developer should seek to be sensitive to desert colors and environment as to as consistent as possible to the adjacent buildings. (Approved)
1.C. AVALON DEVELOPMENT INCORPORATED REQUESTING APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 35958 TO SUBDIVIDE AN APPROXIMATE 6.55 ACRE PARCEL FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPOSED DESERT OASIS INDUSTRIAL LOFTS LOCATED AT 400 WEST SAN RAFAEL DRIVE, CASE TPM 35958:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
David Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22372, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 35958 TO SUBDIVIDE AN APPROXIMATE 6.55 ACRE PARCEL FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPOSED DESERT OASIS INDUSTRIAL LOFTS LOCATED AT 400 WEST SAN RAFAEL DRIVE, ZONE M-1, SECTION 34." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22372, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 35958 TO SUBDIVIDE AN APPROXIMATE 6.55 ACRE PARCEL FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPOSED DESERT OASIS INDUSTRIAL LOFTS LOCATED AT 400 WEST SAN RAFAEL DRIVE, ZONE M-1, SECTION 34." (Approved)
1.D. RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION OF A PORTION OF A PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT IN TRACT 32233-1, RECORDED IN BOOK 381 OF MAPS, PAGE 59-67, INCLUSIVE, IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST:
Staff Report Item 1.D.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22373, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, VACATING AND ABANDONING ALL OF ITS RIGHT, TITLE, AND INTEREST IN A PORTION OF A TEN FOOT WIDE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT LOCATED IN LOTS 28 THROUGH 33 OF TRACT MAP 32233-1, RECORDED IN BOOK 381 OF MAPS, PAGE 59-67, INCLUSIVE, IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST; FILE R 08-07." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22373, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, VACATING AND ABANDONING ALL OF ITS RIGHT, TITLE, AND INTEREST IN A PORTION OF A TEN FOOT WIDE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT LOCATED IN LOTS 28 THROUGH 33 OF TRACT MAP 32233-1, RECORDED IN BOOK 381 OF MAPS, PAGE 59-67, INCLUSIVE, IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST; FILE R 08-07." (Approved)
1.E. PROPOSED RESOLUTION ADOPTING FEES FOR VACANT BUILDING REGISTRATION AND MONITORING, DOWNTOWN NEWS RACK REGISTRATION AND IMPOUNDMENT, EVENT HOUSE REGISTRATION AND APPEALS, VACATION RENTAL REGISTRATION AND RENEWAL, AND AN EMERGENCY RESPONSE/EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM SERVICE FEE AND AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09:
Staff Report Item 1.E.
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to November 19, 2008, with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to November 19, 2008, with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., and 2.K. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., and 2.K. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.E. APPROVAL OF A SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY FOR THE GENE AUTRY TRAIL (PALM DRIVE) OVERPASS GRADE SEPARATION CROSSING:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (CVAG) FOR THE PROJECT STUDY REPORT ON THE WIDENING OF THE RAMON ROAD BRIDGE OVER THE WHITEWATER RIVER CHANNEL:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF BARBARA BARRETT FROM THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.I. REQUEST BY FRESH AND EASY NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER AND WINE AT 102 SOUTH SUNRISE WAY, CASE 5.1210-PCN:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.K. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF JEFFREY ZUCKER FROM THE RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.D. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE FACILITY:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address any conflicts between the proposed Household Hazardous Waste Facility, WWTP and the Animal Shelter, and requested a status report on the Recycling Fund to ensure the funds were not fully depleted for the proposed project.
Motion to approve Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for the Household Hazardous Waste Facility, CP 08-19. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for the Household Hazardous Waste Facility, CP 08-19. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:19:26)
2.H. REQUEST BY JOSEPH BENHAM FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE, AND SPIRITS AT 200 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, CASE 5.1214-PCN:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address any measures that may be taken to mitigate any issues directly related to sale of alcohol.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22380, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE, AND SPIRITS AT 200 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15, CASE 5.1214-PCN." Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22380, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE, AND SPIRITS AT 200 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15, CASE 5.1214-PCN." (Approved)
2.J. PARTICIPATION IN A MULTI-AGENCY ENTERPRISE ZONE APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND APPROPRIATION OF $35,000 FOR THE CITY'S SHARE:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
City Manager Ready and John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the participation in a multi-jurisdiction application to the State of California, Department of Housing and Community Development, for an Enterprise Zone designation and appropriate $35,000 for the City\'s share; and 2) Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the participation in a multi-jurisdiction application to the State of California, Department of Housing and Community Development, for an Enterprise Zone designation and appropriate $35,000 for the City's share; and 2) Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all necessary documents. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:28:09)
2.L. RENEWAL OF EXCESS EARTHQUAKE AND FLOOD INSURANCE COVERAGE:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22384, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF $22.5 MILLION IN EXCESS EARTHQUAKE/FLOOD (DIFFERENCE IN CONDITION) INSURANCE FROM LLOYDS OF LONDON IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $330,799.21 FOR POLICY YEAR 2008-09;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22384, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF $22.5 MILLION IN EXCESS EARTHQUAKE/FLOOD (DIFFERENCE IN CONDITION) INSURANCE FROM LLOYDS OF LONDON IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $330,799.21 FOR POLICY YEAR 2008-09;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
The City Council recessed at 7:41 p.m. and convened as the Community Redevelopment Agency.
RA. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
RA1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item RA1.
Motion to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of October 15, 2008. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of October 15, 2008. (Approved)
RA2. LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, RIVERSIDE CAMPUS, FOR USE OF AGENCY OWNED PROPERTY, THE VISITOR CENTER PARKING LOT, LOCATED AT 2901 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE FOR THE PURPOSE OF A VANPOOL PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item RA2.
Motion to 1) Approve an agreement with the Regents of the University of California, Riverside Campus, for the use of Agency owned property, the Visitor Center parking lot, located at 2901 North Palm Canyon Drive, for the purpose of a vanpool program; and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5749. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Approve an agreement with the Regents of the University of California, Riverside Campus, for the use of Agency owned property, the Visitor Center parking lot, located at 2901 North Palm Canyon Drive, for the purpose of a vanpool program; and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5749. (Approved)
RA3. LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE DESERT ART CENTER OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY, INC. FOR USE OF AGENCY OWNED PROPERTY, FRANCES STEVENS PARK, LOCATED AT 550 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item RA3.
Councilmember Weigel requested staff address the proposed rule that prohibits animals.
Motion to approve 1) Approve a lease agreement with the Desert Art Center of Coachella Valley, Inc., for exclusive use of Agency owned property, Frances Stevens Park, located at 550 North Palm Canyon Drive, for cultural related activities; and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5750. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Approve a lease agreement with the Desert Art Center of Coachella Valley, Inc., for exclusive use of Agency owned property, Frances Stevens Park, located at 550 North Palm Canyon Drive, for cultural related activities; and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5750. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:47:03)
The City Council reconvened at 7:47 p.m. for a Joint Meeting with the Community Redevelopment Agency.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated she has a property related conflict of interest with respect to Item RA4., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
RA4. ADOPTION OF A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN FAÇADE PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MERGED PROJECT AREAS NO. 1 AND 2:
Staff Report Item RA4.
Councilmember Hutcheson outlined the benefits of the proposed programs and grants.
Councilmember Weigel requested staff address the grant amounts and guidelines.
Motion to 1) [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 22385, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT;" 2) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1367, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MERGED PROJECT AREAS NO. 1 AND 2;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director, or his designee, to implement the program and execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to 1) [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 22385, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT;" 2) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1367, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MERGED PROJECT AREAS NO. 1 AND 2;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director, or his designee, to implement the program and execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
Mayor Pro Tem Foat returned to the dais.
RA5. CALLING THE NOTE AND APPROVING THE PAYMENT FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO THE CITY FOR REDUCTION OF THE PRINCIPAL OF THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VISITORS CENTER DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008:
Staff Report Item RA5.
Motion to 1) [City Council] 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22386, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND ACCEPTING THE REPAYMENT OF $1,450,000 IN PRINCIPAL BY THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY UNDER THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VISITORS CENTER, DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008;" 2) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1368, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute all necessary documents related to the payment from the Community Redevelopment Agency to the City of Palm Springs. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) [City Council] 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22386, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND ACCEPTING THE REPAYMENT OF $1,450,000 IN PRINCIPAL BY THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY UNDER THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VISITORS CENTER, DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008;" 2) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1368, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute all necessary documents related to the payment from the Community Redevelopment Agency to the City of Palm Springs. (Approved)
The Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 7:52 p.m., and the City Council continued.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL UPDATE ON SINGLE STREAM RECYCLING:
Bob Kusnick, Palm Springs Disposal, provided a PowerPoint Presentation on the success, program results and future opportunities of the Single Stream Recycling Program.
No action taken.
4.B. DISCUSS THE ARCHITECTURAL SCOPE OF THE JACKIE LEE HOUSTON PLAZA:
Staff Report Item 4.B.
Al Smoot, City Owner's Representative, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: sense of arrival, a demonstration garden, the overall need to meet goals 1-7 in the staff report, amount of planning needed to stay within the budget, delete the plan for future buildings and for this property to remain as open space, encourage a place to sit, sustainable approach to the landscaping, include art in public places with the Public Arts fund, the most important element is a place of arrival for the convention center as a "true plaza," and ensure classic enhancements and public improvements such as bollards.
No action taken.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO TAHQUITZ CREEK GOLF COURSE TRANSITION SUBCOMMITTEE:
ACTION:
Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Mills to the City Council Tahquitz Creek Golf Course Transition Subcommittee.
By consensus of the City Council, noting the absence of Councilmember Mills.
5.B. APPOINTMENT TO THE PERSONNEL BOARD FOR THE TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2011:
City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Motion to approve 1) Waive Section 6 of Resolution No. 14547 for a onetime appointment to the Personnel Board for the term ending June 30, 2011; and 2) Appoint Bernard Sherwyn to the Personnel Board, [Council appointment], for the unexpired term ending June 20, 2011. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Waive Section 6 of Resolution No. 14547 for a onetime appointment to the Personnel Board for the term ending June 30, 2011; and 2) Appoint Bernard Sherwyn to the Personnel Board, [Council appointment], for the unexpired term ending June 20, 2011. (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
City Manager Ready announced the City’s web address as www.palmspringsca.gov.
Mayor Pougnet outlined the activities of the Sustainability Summit activities.
ADJOURNMENT:
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 5 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson stated staff would recommend the City Council remove Items 2.J. and 2.L. from the Consent Calendar for a staff report and update.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested Item 2.H. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and vote.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested Item 2.D. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and vote.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPLICATION BY MICHAEL CARTWRIGHT OF PALM SPRINGS TREATMENT CENTERS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE, FOR AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY AT 168 VIA ESCUELA ROAD, CASE 5.1193 CUP, PDD 354:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Ken Lyon, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pougnet stated his support for public benefit to realize a level of sustainability.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the number of projects that are expected to be exempted from public benefits, and requested the City Council impose a public benefit for this project.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested a public benefit, questioned staff on the Public Art requirement, and the definition of substance abuse programs.
Motion to 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1753, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE 5.1193, PDD 354, A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A 28-BED ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY LOCATED AT 168 VIA ESCUELA ROAD, ZONE R-2, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4, RANGE 4," amending the Conditions of Approval to provide a public benefit for sustainability. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1753, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE 5.1193, PDD 354, A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A 28-BED ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY LOCATED AT 168 VIA ESCUELA ROAD, ZONE R-2, SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4, RANGE 4," amending the Conditions of Approval to provide a public benefit for sustainability. (Approved)
1.B. OLYMPIAN VILLAS, A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF A 38-UNIT SENIOR LIVING CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX ON AN APPROXIMATE 2.66-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT 1551 EAST AMADO ROAD, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 35998, CASE 3.3274 MAJ:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
Ken Lyon, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
JOHN SKORDOULIS, Applicant, outlined the design of the project and requested the City Council approve the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the underground parking, the number of parking spaces, the entrance to the parking, requested the Applicant address the architecture and Fire Department access, and requested the City Attorney address bonding for the project.
Councilmember Hutcheson thanked the Applicant for proposing senior living housing and in compliance with the Zoning Code, and requested the Applicant address the architecture, style, and color palette for the project.
Councilmember Weigel stated his support for the architecture and the need for senior services in the City.
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the comments by the AAC, the addition of sustainability and/or energy efficiency aspects of the project, and stated some of the parking should be adapted to electric vehicles.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address a provision if construction should stall.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the overall sustainability issues and the City Council adding conditions of approval without an overall policy statement.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22371, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 35998 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 38-UNIT SENIOR LIVING CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX, ON APPROXIMATELY 2.66 ACRES, LOCATED AT 1550 EAST AMADO ROAD, ZONE MR, SECTION 14 (IL);" adding Section 3 to the resolution to read, "The City Council approves Tentative Tract Map 35998 subject to the Conditions of Approval attached to this Resolution as Exhibit A;" amending Condition No. ENG 27 to add "restored," adding two Conditions of Approval that require five (5) parking bays for electric vehicles, and the Developer should seek to be sensitive to desert colors and environment as to as consistent as possible to the adjacent buildings. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22371, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 35998 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 38-UNIT SENIOR LIVING CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX, ON APPROXIMATELY 2.66 ACRES, LOCATED AT 1550 EAST AMADO ROAD, ZONE MR, SECTION 14 (IL);" adding Section 3 to the resolution to read, "The City Council approves Tentative Tract Map 35998 subject to the Conditions of Approval attached to this Resolution as Exhibit A;" amending Condition No. ENG 27 to add "restored," adding two Conditions of Approval that require five (5) parking bays for electric vehicles, and the Developer should seek to be sensitive to desert colors and environment as to as consistent as possible to the adjacent buildings. (Approved)
1.C. AVALON DEVELOPMENT INCORPORATED REQUESTING APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 35958 TO SUBDIVIDE AN APPROXIMATE 6.55 ACRE PARCEL FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPOSED DESERT OASIS INDUSTRIAL LOFTS LOCATED AT 400 WEST SAN RAFAEL DRIVE, CASE TPM 35958:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
David Newell, Associate Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22372, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 35958 TO SUBDIVIDE AN APPROXIMATE 6.55 ACRE PARCEL FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPOSED DESERT OASIS INDUSTRIAL LOFTS LOCATED AT 400 WEST SAN RAFAEL DRIVE, ZONE M-1, SECTION 34." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22372, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 35958 TO SUBDIVIDE AN APPROXIMATE 6.55 ACRE PARCEL FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR THE PROPOSED DESERT OASIS INDUSTRIAL LOFTS LOCATED AT 400 WEST SAN RAFAEL DRIVE, ZONE M-1, SECTION 34." (Approved)
1.D. RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION OF A PORTION OF A PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT IN TRACT 32233-1, RECORDED IN BOOK 381 OF MAPS, PAGE 59-67, INCLUSIVE, IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST:
Staff Report Item 1.D.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22373, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, VACATING AND ABANDONING ALL OF ITS RIGHT, TITLE, AND INTEREST IN A PORTION OF A TEN FOOT WIDE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT LOCATED IN LOTS 28 THROUGH 33 OF TRACT MAP 32233-1, RECORDED IN BOOK 381 OF MAPS, PAGE 59-67, INCLUSIVE, IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST; FILE R 08-07." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22373, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, VACATING AND ABANDONING ALL OF ITS RIGHT, TITLE, AND INTEREST IN A PORTION OF A TEN FOOT WIDE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT LOCATED IN LOTS 28 THROUGH 33 OF TRACT MAP 32233-1, RECORDED IN BOOK 381 OF MAPS, PAGE 59-67, INCLUSIVE, IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST; FILE R 08-07." (Approved)
1.E. PROPOSED RESOLUTION ADOPTING FEES FOR VACANT BUILDING REGISTRATION AND MONITORING, DOWNTOWN NEWS RACK REGISTRATION AND IMPOUNDMENT, EVENT HOUSE REGISTRATION AND APPEALS, VACATION RENTAL REGISTRATION AND RENEWAL, AND AN EMERGENCY RESPONSE/EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM SERVICE FEE AND AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09:
Staff Report Item 1.E.
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to November 19, 2008, with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to November 19, 2008, with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., and 2.K. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., and 2.K. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.E. APPROVAL OF A SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY FOR THE GENE AUTRY TRAIL (PALM DRIVE) OVERPASS GRADE SEPARATION CROSSING:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (CVAG) FOR THE PROJECT STUDY REPORT ON THE WIDENING OF THE RAMON ROAD BRIDGE OVER THE WHITEWATER RIVER CHANNEL:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF BARBARA BARRETT FROM THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.I. REQUEST BY FRESH AND EASY NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER AND WINE AT 102 SOUTH SUNRISE WAY, CASE 5.1210-PCN:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.K. ACCEPT WITH REGRET THE RESIGNATION OF JEFFREY ZUCKER FROM THE RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.D. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE FACILITY:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address any conflicts between the proposed Household Hazardous Waste Facility, WWTP and the Animal Shelter, and requested a status report on the Recycling Fund to ensure the funds were not fully depleted for the proposed project.
Motion to approve Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for the Household Hazardous Waste Facility, CP 08-19. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for the Household Hazardous Waste Facility, CP 08-19. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:19:26)
2.H. REQUEST BY JOSEPH BENHAM FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE, AND SPIRITS AT 200 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, CASE 5.1214-PCN:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address any measures that may be taken to mitigate any issues directly related to sale of alcohol.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22380, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE, AND SPIRITS AT 200 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15, CASE 5.1214-PCN." Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22380, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE, AND SPIRITS AT 200 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE CBD, SECTION 15, CASE 5.1214-PCN." (Approved)
2.J. PARTICIPATION IN A MULTI-AGENCY ENTERPRISE ZONE APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND APPROPRIATION OF $35,000 FOR THE CITY'S SHARE:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
City Manager Ready and John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the participation in a multi-jurisdiction application to the State of California, Department of Housing and Community Development, for an Enterprise Zone designation and appropriate $35,000 for the City\'s share; and 2) Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the participation in a multi-jurisdiction application to the State of California, Department of Housing and Community Development, for an Enterprise Zone designation and appropriate $35,000 for the City's share; and 2) Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all necessary documents. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:28:09)
2.L. RENEWAL OF EXCESS EARTHQUAKE AND FLOOD INSURANCE COVERAGE:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22384, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF $22.5 MILLION IN EXCESS EARTHQUAKE/FLOOD (DIFFERENCE IN CONDITION) INSURANCE FROM LLOYDS OF LONDON IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $330,799.21 FOR POLICY YEAR 2008-09;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22384, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF $22.5 MILLION IN EXCESS EARTHQUAKE/FLOOD (DIFFERENCE IN CONDITION) INSURANCE FROM LLOYDS OF LONDON IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $330,799.21 FOR POLICY YEAR 2008-09;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
The City Council recessed at 7:41 p.m. and convened as the Community Redevelopment Agency.
RA. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
RA1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item RA1.
Motion to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of October 15, 2008. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of October 15, 2008. (Approved)
RA2. LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, RIVERSIDE CAMPUS, FOR USE OF AGENCY OWNED PROPERTY, THE VISITOR CENTER PARKING LOT, LOCATED AT 2901 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE FOR THE PURPOSE OF A VANPOOL PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item RA2.
Motion to 1) Approve an agreement with the Regents of the University of California, Riverside Campus, for the use of Agency owned property, the Visitor Center parking lot, located at 2901 North Palm Canyon Drive, for the purpose of a vanpool program; and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5749. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Approve an agreement with the Regents of the University of California, Riverside Campus, for the use of Agency owned property, the Visitor Center parking lot, located at 2901 North Palm Canyon Drive, for the purpose of a vanpool program; and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5749. (Approved)
RA3. LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE DESERT ART CENTER OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY, INC. FOR USE OF AGENCY OWNED PROPERTY, FRANCES STEVENS PARK, LOCATED AT 550 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item RA3.
Councilmember Weigel requested staff address the proposed rule that prohibits animals.
Motion to approve 1) Approve a lease agreement with the Desert Art Center of Coachella Valley, Inc., for exclusive use of Agency owned property, Frances Stevens Park, located at 550 North Palm Canyon Drive, for cultural related activities; and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5750. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Approve a lease agreement with the Desert Art Center of Coachella Valley, Inc., for exclusive use of Agency owned property, Frances Stevens Park, located at 550 North Palm Canyon Drive, for cultural related activities; and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A5750. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:47:03)
The City Council reconvened at 7:47 p.m. for a Joint Meeting with the Community Redevelopment Agency.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated she has a property related conflict of interest with respect to Item RA4., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
RA4. ADOPTION OF A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN FAÇADE PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MERGED PROJECT AREAS NO. 1 AND 2:
Staff Report Item RA4.
Councilmember Hutcheson outlined the benefits of the proposed programs and grants.
Councilmember Weigel requested staff address the grant amounts and guidelines.
Motion to 1) [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 22385, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT;" 2) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1367, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MERGED PROJECT AREAS NO. 1 AND 2;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director, or his designee, to implement the program and execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to 1) [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 22385, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT;" 2) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1367, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MERGED PROJECT AREAS NO. 1 AND 2;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director, or his designee, to implement the program and execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
Mayor Pro Tem Foat returned to the dais.
RA5. CALLING THE NOTE AND APPROVING THE PAYMENT FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO THE CITY FOR REDUCTION OF THE PRINCIPAL OF THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VISITORS CENTER DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008:
Staff Report Item RA5.
Motion to 1) [City Council] 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22386, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND ACCEPTING THE REPAYMENT OF $1,450,000 IN PRINCIPAL BY THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY UNDER THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VISITORS CENTER, DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008;" 2) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1368, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute all necessary documents related to the payment from the Community Redevelopment Agency to the City of Palm Springs. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) [City Council] 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22386, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND ACCEPTING THE REPAYMENT OF $1,450,000 IN PRINCIPAL BY THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY UNDER THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VISITORS CENTER, DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008;" 2) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1368, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director to execute all necessary documents related to the payment from the Community Redevelopment Agency to the City of Palm Springs. (Approved)
The Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 7:52 p.m., and the City Council continued.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL UPDATE ON SINGLE STREAM RECYCLING:
Bob Kusnick, Palm Springs Disposal, provided a PowerPoint Presentation on the success, program results and future opportunities of the Single Stream Recycling Program.
No action taken.
4.B. DISCUSS THE ARCHITECTURAL SCOPE OF THE JACKIE LEE HOUSTON PLAZA:
Staff Report Item 4.B.
Al Smoot, City Owner's Representative, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: sense of arrival, a demonstration garden, the overall need to meet goals 1-7 in the staff report, amount of planning needed to stay within the budget, delete the plan for future buildings and for this property to remain as open space, encourage a place to sit, sustainable approach to the landscaping, include art in public places with the Public Arts fund, the most important element is a place of arrival for the convention center as a "true plaza," and ensure classic enhancements and public improvements such as bollards.
No action taken.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO TAHQUITZ CREEK GOLF COURSE TRANSITION SUBCOMMITTEE:
ACTION:
Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Mills to the City Council Tahquitz Creek Golf Course Transition Subcommittee.
By consensus of the City Council, noting the absence of Councilmember Mills.
5.B. APPOINTMENT TO THE PERSONNEL BOARD FOR THE TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2011:
City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 5, 2008.
Motion to approve 1) Waive Section 6 of Resolution No. 14547 for a onetime appointment to the Personnel Board for the term ending June 30, 2011; and 2) Appoint Bernard Sherwyn to the Personnel Board, [Council appointment], for the unexpired term ending June 20, 2011. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Waive Section 6 of Resolution No. 14547 for a onetime appointment to the Personnel Board for the term ending June 30, 2011; and 2) Appoint Bernard Sherwyn to the Personnel Board, [Council appointment], for the unexpired term ending June 20, 2011. (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
City Manager Ready announced the City’s web address as www.palmspringsca.gov.
Mayor Pougnet outlined the activities of the Sustainability Summit activities.
ADJOURNMENT:
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