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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 recommends the City Council removed Item 2.H. from the Consent Calendar for a staff report and update.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. ADOPTING FEES FOR VACANT BUILDING REGISTRATION AND MONITORING, DOWNTOWN NEWS RACK REGISTRATION AND IMPOUNDMENT, VACATION RENTAL REGISTRATION AND RENEWAL, AND AN EMERGENCY RESPONSE/EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM SERVICE FEE AND AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED:
Councilmember Hutcheson stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to the Vacation Rental and Renewal Fees, and stated he would not participate in the discussion or the vote of those two fees.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the $18.00 Vacant Building Registration Building.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22387, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR VACANT BUILDING REGISTRATION AND MONITORING, NEWS RACK REGISTRATION AND IMPOUNDMENT, AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE/EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM SERVICE FEE, AND MODIFYING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED." Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22387, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR VACANT BUILDING REGISTRATION AND MONITORING, NEWS RACK REGISTRATION AND IMPOUNDMENT, AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE/EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM SERVICE FEE, AND MODIFYING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED." (Approved)
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22388, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR VACATION RENTAL REGISTRATION AND RENEWAL, AND MODIFYING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22388, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR VACATION RENTAL REGISTRATION AND RENEWAL, AND MODIFYING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED." (Approved)
The City Council continued at 6:40 p.m. and the Community Redevelopment Agency convened for a Joint Meeting.
1.B. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. A0470C WITH SANTIAGO SUNRISE VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK CORPORATION FOR AGENCY ASSISTANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $153,700, FOR LAUNDRY AND OFFICE FACILITIES AT SUNRISE VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK LOCATED AT 1500 EAST SAN RAFAEL ROAD:
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to December 3, 2008, with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk/Assistant Secretary to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to December 3, 2008, with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk/Assistant Secretary to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:40:29)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
BILL FERRA, Palm Springs, commented on the number of foreclosures in Palm Springs and the lack of Code Enforcement action on foreclosed properties in the City.
ROGER EVERSHED, commented on the Tahquitz Court Apartments, Item RA2., and recommended approval of the modifications and assignment of the regulatory agreement.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Weigel announced the availability of the Historical Society 2009 Calendar and Schedule of Events, and commented on the public comment period at the last meeting with a City Council comment toward the public, and requested the City Manager place on a future agenda a discussion on Council protocol.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat provided an update on the Vacant Building Ordinance and programs.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Manager provide a summary of actions the public can take when they recognize an abandoned property.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Ready provided an update on Code Enforcement activities in the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested the City Manager address inoperable vehicles on property.
The City Council recessed at 6:56 p.m., and the Community Redevelopment Agency continued.
RA. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
RA1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of October 1, 2008, and November 5, 2008. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of October 1, 2008, and November 5, 2008. (Approved)
The Community Redevelopment Agency continued at 6:56 p.m, and the City of Palm Springs Housing Authority convened for a Joint Meeting.
RA2. MODIFICATION OF REGULATORY AGREEMENT, ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF LOAN DOCUMENTS, FREDDIE MAC RIDER TO THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ASSIGN THE AGREEMENT TO TAHQUITZ ASSOCIATES, LP, AND BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ALLOW FOR THE TRANSFER OF THE PROPERTY TO A PARTNERSHIP THAT IS NOT A 501C(3) ORGANIZATION FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS AT 2800, 2890, 2900 and 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY:
Motion to 1) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1369, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MODIFICATION OF THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT, ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF LOAN DOCUMENTS, FREDDIE MAC RIDER TO THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ASSIGN THE AGREEMENT TO TAHQUITZ ASSOCIATES, LP, FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS AT 2800, 2890, 2900, and 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY;" 2) [Housing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 34, "A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO A REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF COVENANTS AND RESTRICTIONS BETWEEN THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ALLOW FOR THE TRANSFER OF THE PROPERTY TO A PARTNERSHIP THAT IS NOT A 501C(3) ORGANIZATION FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS LOCATED AT 2800, 2890, 2900 AND 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0501C. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1369, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MODIFICATION OF THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT, ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF LOAN DOCUMENTS, FREDDIE MAC RIDER TO THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ASSIGN THE AGREEMENT TO TAHQUITZ ASSOCIATES, LP, FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS AT 2800, 2890, 2900, and 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY;" 2) [Housing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 34, "A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO A REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF COVENANTS AND RESTRICTIONS BETWEEN THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ALLOW FOR THE TRANSFER OF THE PROPERTY TO A PARTNERSHIP THAT IS NOT A 501C(3) ORGANIZATION FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS LOCATED AT 2800, 2890, 2900 AND 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0501C. (Approved)
The Community Redevelopment Agency and the City of Palm Springs Housing Authority adjourned at 6:57 p.m., and the City Council reconvened.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., and 2.K. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., and 2.K. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR OCTOBER 2008:
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2008:
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1753, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP BY APPROVING CASE 5.1193 PDD 354, A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 168 VIA ESCUELA ROAD:
2.G. AGREEMENT WITH EVERGREEN RECYCLING SOLUTIONS FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND PROFESSIONAL ADVICE ON SUSTAINABILITY AND RECYCLING ISSUES NOT-TO-EXCEED $47,320 FOR ONE YEAR:
2.I. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 SB 821 PROJECTS, CP. 08-12 AND 08-13:
2.J. REAFFIRM THE CITY'S INVESTMENT POLICY GOVERNING THE INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS:
2.K. AGREEMENT WITH NOLTE ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR THE TAHQUITZ CREEK LEVEE CERTIFICATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $148,800 FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES:
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.H. AGREEMENT WITH KEMA SERVICES, INC. FOR LEED COMMISSIONING SERVICES FOR THE PALM SPRINGS ANIMAL SHELTER PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $75,000:
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report, requested staff provide a report, and recommended the City Council delay any action until the December 3, 2008 meeting.
Al Smoot, City Construction Representative, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 19, 2008.
Councilmember Hutcheson suggested the City consider using these funds to further improve the project beyond the LEED requirements and approval process, and requested staff address the cost and process for the LEED certification.
Councilmember Weigel requested staff address building the structure that is comparable to the LEED certification, but use another type of certification.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat recommend Fred Bell, BIA, be involved in the discussion and direction toward LEED certification.
ACTION:
Tabled to December 3, 2008.
By consensus of the City Council.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. ACCEPT THE DONATION OF 17.07 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY FROM THE SUZANNE D. PARISH REAL ESTATE TRUST TO BE PRESERVED AS OPEN SPACE AND APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE SUZANNE D. PARISH REAL ESTATE TRUST FOR THE LOT SPLIT OF APN 510-270-003:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 19, 2008.
Motion to 1) Accept the donation of 17.07 acres of real property in the Araby Cove and Araby Wash area from the Suzanne D. Parish Real Estate Trust to be preserved as open space; 2) Authorize the City Clerk to execute the Certificate of Acceptance; 3) Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the Suzanne D. Parish Real Estate Trust for a lot split, APN 510-270-003; and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5756. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to 1) Accept the donation of 17.07 acres of real property in the Araby Cove and Araby Wash area from the Suzanne D. Parish Real Estate Trust to be preserved as open space; 2) Authorize the City Clerk to execute the Certificate of Acceptance; 3) Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the Suzanne D. Parish Real Estate Trust for a lot split, APN 510-270-003; and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5756. (Approved)
4.B. APPROVE THE PURCHASE AND FINANCING OF THE MOTOROLA P25 800MHZ RADIO SYSTEM AS THE CITY'S PORTION OF THE EASTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY INTEROPERABILITY REGIONAL AUTHORITY (E.R.I.C.A.):
Police Chief Dominguez provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 19, 2008.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the make-up of the E.R.I.C.A. governing board.
Motion to 1) Waive the competitive requirements pursuant to Palm Springs Municipal Code Section 7.03.040; 2) Approve the purchase agreement with Motorola in an amount not-to-exceed $3,367,000 for 911 Emergency Dispatch equipment and mobile/handheld radio units, subject to final review and approval by the City Attorney; 3) Approve the financing agreement with Municipal Finance Corporation for the purchase for a period of 10 years, in an annual amount not-to-exceed $422,400 subject to final review and approval by the City Attorney; 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22392, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LEASE WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT, AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; and 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5757. A5758. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Waive the competitive requirements pursuant to Palm Springs Municipal Code Section 7.03.040; 2) Approve the purchase agreement with Motorola in an amount not-to-exceed $3,367,000 for 911 Emergency Dispatch equipment and mobile/handheld radio units, subject to final review and approval by the City Attorney; 3) Approve the financing agreement with Municipal Finance Corporation for the purchase for a period of 10 years, in an annual amount not-to-exceed $422,400 subject to final review and approval by the City Attorney; 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22392, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LEASE WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT, AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; and 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5757. A5758. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Manager prepare a City Council discussion on City emergency procedures and duties.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the recent emergency preparedness drill and thanked Fire Chief Goetz.
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the fence at the prior Mac Magruder Chevrolet property.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat announced the opening on the Human Rights Commission.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the Palm Springs Unified School District Pinnacle Fund.
ADJOURNMENT:
Nov 19, 2008 City Council Meeting
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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 recommends the City Council removed Item 2.H. from the Consent Calendar for a staff report and update.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. ADOPTING FEES FOR VACANT BUILDING REGISTRATION AND MONITORING, DOWNTOWN NEWS RACK REGISTRATION AND IMPOUNDMENT, VACATION RENTAL REGISTRATION AND RENEWAL, AND AN EMERGENCY RESPONSE/EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM SERVICE FEE AND AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED:
Councilmember Hutcheson stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to the Vacation Rental and Renewal Fees, and stated he would not participate in the discussion or the vote of those two fees.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the $18.00 Vacant Building Registration Building.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22387, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR VACANT BUILDING REGISTRATION AND MONITORING, NEWS RACK REGISTRATION AND IMPOUNDMENT, AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE/EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM SERVICE FEE, AND MODIFYING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED." Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22387, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR VACANT BUILDING REGISTRATION AND MONITORING, NEWS RACK REGISTRATION AND IMPOUNDMENT, AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE/EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM SERVICE FEE, AND MODIFYING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED." (Approved)
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22388, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR VACATION RENTAL REGISTRATION AND RENEWAL, AND MODIFYING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22388, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR VACATION RENTAL REGISTRATION AND RENEWAL, AND MODIFYING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 21578 AS AMENDED." (Approved)
The City Council continued at 6:40 p.m. and the Community Redevelopment Agency convened for a Joint Meeting.
1.B. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. A0470C WITH SANTIAGO SUNRISE VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK CORPORATION FOR AGENCY ASSISTANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $153,700, FOR LAUNDRY AND OFFICE FACILITIES AT SUNRISE VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK LOCATED AT 1500 EAST SAN RAFAEL ROAD:
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to December 3, 2008, with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk/Assistant Secretary to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to December 3, 2008, with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk/Assistant Secretary to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:40:29)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
BILL FERRA, Palm Springs, commented on the number of foreclosures in Palm Springs and the lack of Code Enforcement action on foreclosed properties in the City.
ROGER EVERSHED, commented on the Tahquitz Court Apartments, Item RA2., and recommended approval of the modifications and assignment of the regulatory agreement.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Weigel announced the availability of the Historical Society 2009 Calendar and Schedule of Events, and commented on the public comment period at the last meeting with a City Council comment toward the public, and requested the City Manager place on a future agenda a discussion on Council protocol.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat provided an update on the Vacant Building Ordinance and programs.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Manager provide a summary of actions the public can take when they recognize an abandoned property.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Ready provided an update on Code Enforcement activities in the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested the City Manager address inoperable vehicles on property.
The City Council recessed at 6:56 p.m., and the Community Redevelopment Agency continued.
RA. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
RA1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of October 1, 2008, and November 5, 2008. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of October 1, 2008, and November 5, 2008. (Approved)
The Community Redevelopment Agency continued at 6:56 p.m, and the City of Palm Springs Housing Authority convened for a Joint Meeting.
RA2. MODIFICATION OF REGULATORY AGREEMENT, ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF LOAN DOCUMENTS, FREDDIE MAC RIDER TO THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ASSIGN THE AGREEMENT TO TAHQUITZ ASSOCIATES, LP, AND BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ALLOW FOR THE TRANSFER OF THE PROPERTY TO A PARTNERSHIP THAT IS NOT A 501C(3) ORGANIZATION FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS AT 2800, 2890, 2900 and 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY:
Motion to 1) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1369, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MODIFICATION OF THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT, ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF LOAN DOCUMENTS, FREDDIE MAC RIDER TO THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ASSIGN THE AGREEMENT TO TAHQUITZ ASSOCIATES, LP, FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS AT 2800, 2890, 2900, and 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY;" 2) [Housing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 34, "A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO A REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF COVENANTS AND RESTRICTIONS BETWEEN THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ALLOW FOR THE TRANSFER OF THE PROPERTY TO A PARTNERSHIP THAT IS NOT A 501C(3) ORGANIZATION FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS LOCATED AT 2800, 2890, 2900 AND 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0501C. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1369, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MODIFICATION OF THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT, ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF LOAN DOCUMENTS, FREDDIE MAC RIDER TO THE REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ASSIGN THE AGREEMENT TO TAHQUITZ ASSOCIATES, LP, FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS AT 2800, 2890, 2900, and 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY;" 2) [Housing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 34, "A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO A REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF COVENANTS AND RESTRICTIONS BETWEEN THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND CORPORATE FUND FOR HOUSING, D.B.A., LINC HOUSING CORPORATION, TO ALLOW FOR THE TRANSFER OF THE PROPERTY TO A PARTNERSHIP THAT IS NOT A 501C(3) ORGANIZATION FOR THE TAHQUITZ COURT APARTMENTS LOCATED AT 2800, 2890, 2900 AND 2990 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents. A0501C. (Approved)
The Community Redevelopment Agency and the City of Palm Springs Housing Authority adjourned at 6:57 p.m., and the City Council reconvened.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., and 2.K. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., and 2.K. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR OCTOBER 2008:
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2008:
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1753, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP BY APPROVING CASE 5.1193 PDD 354, A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 168 VIA ESCUELA ROAD:
2.G. AGREEMENT WITH EVERGREEN RECYCLING SOLUTIONS FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND PROFESSIONAL ADVICE ON SUSTAINABILITY AND RECYCLING ISSUES NOT-TO-EXCEED $47,320 FOR ONE YEAR:
2.I. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 SB 821 PROJECTS, CP. 08-12 AND 08-13:
2.J. REAFFIRM THE CITY'S INVESTMENT POLICY GOVERNING THE INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS:
2.K. AGREEMENT WITH NOLTE ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR THE TAHQUITZ CREEK LEVEE CERTIFICATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $148,800 FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES:
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.H. AGREEMENT WITH KEMA SERVICES, INC. FOR LEED COMMISSIONING SERVICES FOR THE PALM SPRINGS ANIMAL SHELTER PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $75,000:
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report, requested staff provide a report, and recommended the City Council delay any action until the December 3, 2008 meeting.
Al Smoot, City Construction Representative, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 19, 2008.
Councilmember Hutcheson suggested the City consider using these funds to further improve the project beyond the LEED requirements and approval process, and requested staff address the cost and process for the LEED certification.
Councilmember Weigel requested staff address building the structure that is comparable to the LEED certification, but use another type of certification.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat recommend Fred Bell, BIA, be involved in the discussion and direction toward LEED certification.
ACTION:
Tabled to December 3, 2008.
By consensus of the City Council.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. ACCEPT THE DONATION OF 17.07 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY FROM THE SUZANNE D. PARISH REAL ESTATE TRUST TO BE PRESERVED AS OPEN SPACE AND APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE SUZANNE D. PARISH REAL ESTATE TRUST FOR THE LOT SPLIT OF APN 510-270-003:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 19, 2008.
Motion to 1) Accept the donation of 17.07 acres of real property in the Araby Cove and Araby Wash area from the Suzanne D. Parish Real Estate Trust to be preserved as open space; 2) Authorize the City Clerk to execute the Certificate of Acceptance; 3) Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the Suzanne D. Parish Real Estate Trust for a lot split, APN 510-270-003; and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5756. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to 1) Accept the donation of 17.07 acres of real property in the Araby Cove and Araby Wash area from the Suzanne D. Parish Real Estate Trust to be preserved as open space; 2) Authorize the City Clerk to execute the Certificate of Acceptance; 3) Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the Suzanne D. Parish Real Estate Trust for a lot split, APN 510-270-003; and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5756. (Approved)
4.B. APPROVE THE PURCHASE AND FINANCING OF THE MOTOROLA P25 800MHZ RADIO SYSTEM AS THE CITY'S PORTION OF THE EASTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY INTEROPERABILITY REGIONAL AUTHORITY (E.R.I.C.A.):
Police Chief Dominguez provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated November 19, 2008.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the make-up of the E.R.I.C.A. governing board.
Motion to 1) Waive the competitive requirements pursuant to Palm Springs Municipal Code Section 7.03.040; 2) Approve the purchase agreement with Motorola in an amount not-to-exceed $3,367,000 for 911 Emergency Dispatch equipment and mobile/handheld radio units, subject to final review and approval by the City Attorney; 3) Approve the financing agreement with Municipal Finance Corporation for the purchase for a period of 10 years, in an annual amount not-to-exceed $422,400 subject to final review and approval by the City Attorney; 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22392, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LEASE WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT, AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; and 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5757. A5758. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Waive the competitive requirements pursuant to Palm Springs Municipal Code Section 7.03.040; 2) Approve the purchase agreement with Motorola in an amount not-to-exceed $3,367,000 for 911 Emergency Dispatch equipment and mobile/handheld radio units, subject to final review and approval by the City Attorney; 3) Approve the financing agreement with Municipal Finance Corporation for the purchase for a period of 10 years, in an annual amount not-to-exceed $422,400 subject to final review and approval by the City Attorney; 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22392, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LEASE WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT, AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; and 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5757. A5758. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Manager prepare a City Council discussion on City emergency procedures and duties.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the recent emergency preparedness drill and thanked Fire Chief Goetz.
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the fence at the prior Mac Magruder Chevrolet property.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat announced the opening on the Human Rights Commission.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the Palm Springs Unified School District Pinnacle Fund.
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