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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 Mills noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.B.
Councilmember Weigel requested Item RA1. be removed from the Community Redevelopment Agency Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. FINAL SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (FINAL SEIR) FOR THE SECTION 14 MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN/SPECIFIC PLAN:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Item 1.A. Final Supplemental EIR
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, recommended the City Council take public testimony and continue the public hearing to January 7, 2009.
Councilmember Weigel stated the staff report did not address subsidence, and requested staff address such at the continued public hearing.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to January 7, 2009; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to January 7, 2009; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved)
1.B. APPLICATION TO AMEND THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO THE LOCATION AND OPERATION OF MEDICAL CANNABIS COOPERATIVES AND COLLECTIVES:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, requested the City Council continue the public hearing to January 7, 2009.
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to January 7, 2009; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to January 7, 2009; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:37:35)
The Community Redevelopment Agency convened at 6:42 p.m. for a Joint Public Hearing with the City Council.
1.C. 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:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to a future date with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to re-notice. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to a future date with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to re-notice. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:38:25)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
ROXANNE MISHLER, commented on the recent article in the Desert Sun regarding the lack of shopping and business community in the Downtown area.
MIKA MOULTON, provided an update to the City Council of activities of the non-profit organizations of Christopher’s Club House and the Desert Philanthropic Foundation.
PHYLLIS BURGESS, commented on a recent incident at a protest event with respect to Proposition 8.
JIM FRANKLIN, commented on Community Redevelopment Agency Item RA1., requested the City address any proposed redevelopment at the Village Green, and a status on the State Redevelopment Budget.
JAN CAMPBELL, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed development of the Desert Fashion Plaza and the former Desmonds in the Downtown area.
BOB THOMAS, commented on the vacancies in the Downtown areas, stated he opened a holiday store in the Downtown area, and expressed concerned with the BID and the lack of a provision for short-term temporary businesses.
MARY LOU FEENSTRA, stated her support on Item 5.A., the establishment of a Neighborhood Organization Identification Street Sign Program.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, provided an update on the activities in the Downtown area and at Mainstreet.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Ready provided an update on the activities of Code Enforcement.
RA. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
RA1. 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 VILLAGE GREEN DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008:
Staff Report Item RA1.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008, and stated the use of the funds for the renovation of Wyndham Hotel to the Renaissance and the Reservation System.
Motion to 1) [City Council] 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22393, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND ACCEPTING THE REPAYMENT OF $1,300,000 IN PRINCIPAL BY THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY UNDER THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VILLAGE GREEN, DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22394, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" 3) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1370, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" and 4) 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 Weigel.
Vote to 1) [City Council] 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22393, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND ACCEPTING THE REPAYMENT OF $1,300,000 IN PRINCIPAL BY THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY UNDER THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VILLAGE GREEN, DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22394, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" 3) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1370, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" and 4) 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 City Council recessed at 7:06 p.m., and the Community Redevelopment Agency continued.
RA2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item RA2.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of November 19, 2008. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of November 19, 2008. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:02:04)
RA3. AGREEMENT WITH DESIGN WORKSHOP, INC. FOR LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE JACKIE LEE HOUSTON PLAZA:
Staff Report Item RA3.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Councilmember Mills stated his concerns for the amount of the contract with respect to the scope of services, stated he would like to redefine the scope and the budget and renegotiate the contract with Design Workshop, Inc.
Mayor Pougnet stated he had the same concerns and requested staff to address how we can move forward.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address why the City does not include the budget when the City goes out to bid for professional design services.
Motion to Direct staff to renegotiate the Scope of Services and the cost with Design Workshop, Inc. and return to the City Council/Agency. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Direct staff to renegotiate the Scope of Services and the cost with Design Workshop, Inc. and return to the City Council/Agency. (Approved)
The City Council requested the City Manager schedule a Study Session Item on the Procurement Process.
The Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 7:21 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., and 2.H. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., and 2.H. (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 CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.D. ADOPTION OF A CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE PURSUANT TO THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT OF 1974:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. REQUEST BY SMART & FINAL FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE (CASE: 5.1161-PCN1) IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE AND SPIRITS AT THE GENE AUTRY PLAZA LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL AND RAMON ROAD:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. REQUEST BY D.R. WEST, LLC, FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE (CASE: 5.1161-PCN2) IN ORDER TO SELL BEER AND WINE AT THE GENE AUTRY PLAZA LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL AND RAMON ROAD:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. REQUEST BY MEHUL SHAH OF SHRIJI ENTERPRISES, INC. FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE (CASE: 5.1213-PCN) IN ORDER TO ALLOW WINE TASTING AT THE EXISTING FAME TOBACCONIST STORE LOCATED AT 155 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SUITE A-3:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 ANNUAL SLURRY SEAL, CP 08-27:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. ESTABLISHMENT OF A PASSENGER BILL OF RIGHTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF USERS OF GROUND TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
Staff Report Item 3.A.
City Manager Ready and Airport Commissioner Nancy Doria provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the Ordinance and the Passenger Bill of Rights: education program for the taxi drivers, enforcement programs, if a GPS system could be required in the future, and thanked staff, the subcommittee and the commission for their work.
Motion to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1754, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 16.02.095 TO, AMENDING SECTIONS 16.02.015 AND 16.36.020 AND SUBSECTION (a) OF SECTION 16.36.030 AND SUBSECTION (c) OF SECTION 16.36.045 TO, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PASSENGER BILL OF RIGHTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF USERS OF GROUND TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT." Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1754, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 16.02.095 TO, AMENDING SECTIONS 16.02.015 AND 16.36.020 AND SUBSECTION (a) OF SECTION 16.36.030 AND SUBSECTION (c) OF SECTION 16.36.045 TO, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PASSENGER BILL OF RIGHTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF USERS OF GROUND TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:34:26)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. AGREEMENT WITH KEMA SERVICES, INC. FOR LEED COMMISSIONING SERVICES FOR THE PALM SPRINGS ANIMAL SHELTER PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO-EXCEED $75,000:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address if LEED Certification can be obtained post development, expressed her concern with the cost of the certification, and noted the similarities of the LEED program and the California Green Builder Program.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated his concerns with the cost of the LEED certification, but expressed his support for the computer modeling toward energy savings.
Councilmember Mills stated the City should build to the LEED standard, and proceed with the LEED standard design process within the current architectural agreement, but not hire the certification processor and pay a certification fee.
Motion to Not proceed with LEED certification, but direct staff to proceed with the Energy Modeling services. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Not proceed with LEED certification, but direct staff to proceed with the Energy Modeling services. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. ESTABLISHMENT OF A NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION IDENTIFICATION STREET SIGN PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Lee Husfeldt, Director of Neighborhood and Community Relations, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the Neighborhood Sign Program, adequate placement and spacing of signs throughout the district, potential theft, sign size and bracketing, and thanked the Neighborhood Organizations for their input and excitement with the program.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22400, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION IDENTIFICATION STREET SIGN PROGRAM THROUGH THE OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD INVOLVEMENT." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22400, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION IDENTIFICATION STREET SIGN PROGRAM THROUGH THE OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD INVOLVEMENT." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:51:42)
5.B. AGREEMENT WITH THE PLAZA RACQUET CLUB FOR THE CITY'S FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION FOR THE RESURFACING OF THREE TENNIS COURTS, NOT TO EXCEED $5,000:
Staff Report Item 5.B.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Councilmember Mills stated the facility is City owned, but required to be maintained by the operator, expressed his thanks to the operator on the improvements to the facility and his offer to pay a portion of the cost of the recommended improvements.
Motion to approve 1) Approve an agreement with The Plaza Racquet Club for the City's financial participation for the resurfacing of three (3) tennis courts in an amount not to exceed $5,000 subject to review and approval by the City Attorney; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5762. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Approve an agreement with The Plaza Racquet Club for the City's financial participation for the resurfacing of three (3) tennis courts in an amount not to exceed $5,000 subject to review and approval by the City Attorney; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5762. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:55:17)
5.C. PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT RECYCLING PLAN:
Staff Report Item 5.C.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22401, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A RECYCLING POLICY FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22401, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A RECYCLING POLICY FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:56:31)
5.D. PURCHASE OF 4 NEW FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE VEHICLES FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Staff Report Item 5.D.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Motion to approve Approve the cooperative purchase of one (1) CNG powered new 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor in the amount of $42,226.28 and three (3) gasoline powered new 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptors in the amount of $23,864.60 each, for a total purchase amount for all 4 vehicles of $113,820.08 from Wondries Ford of Alhambra, California. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Approve the cooperative purchase of one (1) CNG powered new 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor in the amount of $42,226.28 and three (3) gasoline powered new 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptors in the amount of $23,864.60 each, for a total purchase amount for all 4 vehicles of $113,820.08 from Wondries Ford of Alhambra, California. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:00:25)
5.E. APPOINTMENT TO THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES FOR THE TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2010:
Motion to Appoint David Gray to the Board of Library Trustees for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2010. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Appoint David Gray to the Board of Library Trustees for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2010. (Approved)
The City Council requested the City Manager schedule a Study Session on the Commission and Board appointment and review process.
5.F. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO THE TAHQUITZ MEDIAN LANDSCAPE DESIGN SUBCOMMITTEE:
Motion to approve Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Mills to the City Council Tahquitz Median Landscape Design Subcommittee. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Mills to the City Council Tahquitz Median Landscape Design Subcommittee. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:06:03)
5.G. CITY COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Staff Report Item 5.G.
Councilmember Weigel stated that until recently the City Council has not responded to public comments during public comments, requested the City Attorney address the length of time for an individual to speak during public comments, and expressed concern that if the City Council is responding to a public speaker during public comment it shorts the public speaker of time.
No action taken.
Staff Report Item 5.H.
5.H. APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR PRO TEMPORE FOR THE TERM ENDING DECEMBER, 2009:
Staff Report Item 5.H.
Motion to approve Appoint Councilmember Mills as Mayor Pro Tempore for the term ending December, 2009. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve Appoint Councilmember Mills as Mayor Pro Tempore for the term ending December, 2009. (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
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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 Mills noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.B.
Councilmember Weigel requested Item RA1. be removed from the Community Redevelopment Agency Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. FINAL SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (FINAL SEIR) FOR THE SECTION 14 MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN/SPECIFIC PLAN:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Item 1.A. Final Supplemental EIR
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, recommended the City Council take public testimony and continue the public hearing to January 7, 2009.
Councilmember Weigel stated the staff report did not address subsidence, and requested staff address such at the continued public hearing.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to January 7, 2009; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to January 7, 2009; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved)
1.B. APPLICATION TO AMEND THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO THE LOCATION AND OPERATION OF MEDICAL CANNABIS COOPERATIVES AND COLLECTIVES:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, requested the City Council continue the public hearing to January 7, 2009.
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to January 7, 2009; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to January 7, 2009; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:37:35)
The Community Redevelopment Agency convened at 6:42 p.m. for a Joint Public Hearing with the City Council.
1.C. 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:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
Motion to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to a future date with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to re-notice. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Continue the Public Hearing to a future date with no public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to re-notice. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:38:25)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
ROXANNE MISHLER, commented on the recent article in the Desert Sun regarding the lack of shopping and business community in the Downtown area.
MIKA MOULTON, provided an update to the City Council of activities of the non-profit organizations of Christopher’s Club House and the Desert Philanthropic Foundation.
PHYLLIS BURGESS, commented on a recent incident at a protest event with respect to Proposition 8.
JIM FRANKLIN, commented on Community Redevelopment Agency Item RA1., requested the City address any proposed redevelopment at the Village Green, and a status on the State Redevelopment Budget.
JAN CAMPBELL, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed development of the Desert Fashion Plaza and the former Desmonds in the Downtown area.
BOB THOMAS, commented on the vacancies in the Downtown areas, stated he opened a holiday store in the Downtown area, and expressed concerned with the BID and the lack of a provision for short-term temporary businesses.
MARY LOU FEENSTRA, stated her support on Item 5.A., the establishment of a Neighborhood Organization Identification Street Sign Program.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, provided an update on the activities in the Downtown area and at Mainstreet.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Ready provided an update on the activities of Code Enforcement.
RA. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
RA1. 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 VILLAGE GREEN DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008:
Staff Report Item RA1.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008, and stated the use of the funds for the renovation of Wyndham Hotel to the Renaissance and the Reservation System.
Motion to 1) [City Council] 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22393, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND ACCEPTING THE REPAYMENT OF $1,300,000 IN PRINCIPAL BY THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY UNDER THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VILLAGE GREEN, DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22394, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" 3) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1370, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" and 4) 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 Weigel.
Vote to 1) [City Council] 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22393, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND ACCEPTING THE REPAYMENT OF $1,300,000 IN PRINCIPAL BY THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY UNDER THE NOTE TITLED PROMISSORY NOTE VILLAGE GREEN, DATED FEBRUARY 7, 2008;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22394, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" 3) [Community Redevelopment Agency] Adopt Resolution No. 1370, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09;" and 4) 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 City Council recessed at 7:06 p.m., and the Community Redevelopment Agency continued.
RA2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item RA2.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of November 19, 2008. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of November 19, 2008. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:02:04)
RA3. AGREEMENT WITH DESIGN WORKSHOP, INC. FOR LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE JACKIE LEE HOUSTON PLAZA:
Staff Report Item RA3.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Councilmember Mills stated his concerns for the amount of the contract with respect to the scope of services, stated he would like to redefine the scope and the budget and renegotiate the contract with Design Workshop, Inc.
Mayor Pougnet stated he had the same concerns and requested staff to address how we can move forward.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address why the City does not include the budget when the City goes out to bid for professional design services.
Motion to Direct staff to renegotiate the Scope of Services and the cost with Design Workshop, Inc. and return to the City Council/Agency. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Direct staff to renegotiate the Scope of Services and the cost with Design Workshop, Inc. and return to the City Council/Agency. (Approved)
The City Council requested the City Manager schedule a Study Session Item on the Procurement Process.
The Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 7:21 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., and 2.H. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., and 2.H. (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 CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.D. ADOPTION OF A CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE PURSUANT TO THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT OF 1974:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. REQUEST BY SMART & FINAL FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE (CASE: 5.1161-PCN1) IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE AND SPIRITS AT THE GENE AUTRY PLAZA LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL AND RAMON ROAD:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. REQUEST BY D.R. WEST, LLC, FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE (CASE: 5.1161-PCN2) IN ORDER TO SELL BEER AND WINE AT THE GENE AUTRY PLAZA LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL AND RAMON ROAD:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. REQUEST BY MEHUL SHAH OF SHRIJI ENTERPRISES, INC. FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE (CASE: 5.1213-PCN) IN ORDER TO ALLOW WINE TASTING AT THE EXISTING FAME TOBACCONIST STORE LOCATED AT 155 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, SUITE A-3:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 ANNUAL SLURRY SEAL, CP 08-27:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. ESTABLISHMENT OF A PASSENGER BILL OF RIGHTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF USERS OF GROUND TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
Staff Report Item 3.A.
City Manager Ready and Airport Commissioner Nancy Doria provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the Ordinance and the Passenger Bill of Rights: education program for the taxi drivers, enforcement programs, if a GPS system could be required in the future, and thanked staff, the subcommittee and the commission for their work.
Motion to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1754, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 16.02.095 TO, AMENDING SECTIONS 16.02.015 AND 16.36.020 AND SUBSECTION (a) OF SECTION 16.36.030 AND SUBSECTION (c) OF SECTION 16.36.045 TO, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PASSENGER BILL OF RIGHTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF USERS OF GROUND TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT." Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1754, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 16.02.095 TO, AMENDING SECTIONS 16.02.015 AND 16.36.020 AND SUBSECTION (a) OF SECTION 16.36.030 AND SUBSECTION (c) OF SECTION 16.36.045 TO, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PASSENGER BILL OF RIGHTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF USERS OF GROUND TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:34:26)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. AGREEMENT WITH KEMA SERVICES, INC. FOR LEED COMMISSIONING SERVICES FOR THE PALM SPRINGS ANIMAL SHELTER PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO-EXCEED $75,000:
Staff Report Item 4.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address if LEED Certification can be obtained post development, expressed her concern with the cost of the certification, and noted the similarities of the LEED program and the California Green Builder Program.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated his concerns with the cost of the LEED certification, but expressed his support for the computer modeling toward energy savings.
Councilmember Mills stated the City should build to the LEED standard, and proceed with the LEED standard design process within the current architectural agreement, but not hire the certification processor and pay a certification fee.
Motion to Not proceed with LEED certification, but direct staff to proceed with the Energy Modeling services. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Not proceed with LEED certification, but direct staff to proceed with the Energy Modeling services. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. ESTABLISHMENT OF A NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION IDENTIFICATION STREET SIGN PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Lee Husfeldt, Director of Neighborhood and Community Relations, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the Neighborhood Sign Program, adequate placement and spacing of signs throughout the district, potential theft, sign size and bracketing, and thanked the Neighborhood Organizations for their input and excitement with the program.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22400, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION IDENTIFICATION STREET SIGN PROGRAM THROUGH THE OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD INVOLVEMENT." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22400, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION IDENTIFICATION STREET SIGN PROGRAM THROUGH THE OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD INVOLVEMENT." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:51:42)
5.B. AGREEMENT WITH THE PLAZA RACQUET CLUB FOR THE CITY'S FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION FOR THE RESURFACING OF THREE TENNIS COURTS, NOT TO EXCEED $5,000:
Staff Report Item 5.B.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Councilmember Mills stated the facility is City owned, but required to be maintained by the operator, expressed his thanks to the operator on the improvements to the facility and his offer to pay a portion of the cost of the recommended improvements.
Motion to approve 1) Approve an agreement with The Plaza Racquet Club for the City's financial participation for the resurfacing of three (3) tennis courts in an amount not to exceed $5,000 subject to review and approval by the City Attorney; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5762. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Approve an agreement with The Plaza Racquet Club for the City's financial participation for the resurfacing of three (3) tennis courts in an amount not to exceed $5,000 subject to review and approval by the City Attorney; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5762. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:55:17)
5.C. PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT RECYCLING PLAN:
Staff Report Item 5.C.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22401, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A RECYCLING POLICY FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22401, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A RECYCLING POLICY FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:56:31)
5.D. PURCHASE OF 4 NEW FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE VEHICLES FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Staff Report Item 5.D.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 3, 2008.
Motion to approve Approve the cooperative purchase of one (1) CNG powered new 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor in the amount of $42,226.28 and three (3) gasoline powered new 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptors in the amount of $23,864.60 each, for a total purchase amount for all 4 vehicles of $113,820.08 from Wondries Ford of Alhambra, California. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Approve the cooperative purchase of one (1) CNG powered new 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor in the amount of $42,226.28 and three (3) gasoline powered new 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptors in the amount of $23,864.60 each, for a total purchase amount for all 4 vehicles of $113,820.08 from Wondries Ford of Alhambra, California. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:00:25)
5.E. APPOINTMENT TO THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES FOR THE TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2010:
Motion to Appoint David Gray to the Board of Library Trustees for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2010. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Appoint David Gray to the Board of Library Trustees for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2010. (Approved)
The City Council requested the City Manager schedule a Study Session on the Commission and Board appointment and review process.
5.F. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO THE TAHQUITZ MEDIAN LANDSCAPE DESIGN SUBCOMMITTEE:
Motion to approve Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Mills to the City Council Tahquitz Median Landscape Design Subcommittee. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
Vote to approve Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Mills to the City Council Tahquitz Median Landscape Design Subcommittee. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:06:03)
5.G. CITY COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Staff Report Item 5.G.
Councilmember Weigel stated that until recently the City Council has not responded to public comments during public comments, requested the City Attorney address the length of time for an individual to speak during public comments, and expressed concern that if the City Council is responding to a public speaker during public comment it shorts the public speaker of time.
No action taken.
Staff Report Item 5.H.
5.H. APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR PRO TEMPORE FOR THE TERM ENDING DECEMBER, 2009:
Staff Report Item 5.H.
Motion to approve Appoint Councilmember Mills as Mayor Pro Tempore for the term ending December, 2009. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve Appoint Councilmember Mills as Mayor Pro Tempore for the term ending December, 2009. (Approved)
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