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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:
City Clerk Thompson stated the recommendation for Consent Calendar Item 2.F., should be modified to receive and approve the excused absences of VillageFest Board Member Mark Spohn, and stated date for Consent Calendar Item 2.I., should be modified to May 30, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.N. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Items 2.E. and 2.N. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Weigel requested Items 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., RA3., and RA5. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills noted his abstention on Item 2.B., and requested Item 2.L. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. JOINT MEETING WITH THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION AND PUBLIC DISCUSSION ON THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS SUSTAINABILITY MASTER PLAN AND CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING APPROVING THE PALM SPRINGS ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM AND THE REPORT PREPARED BY THE AUTHORIZED OFFICER, ESTABLISHING A CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT PROGRAM TO FINANCE (AB811) ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS, AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS TO BE LEVIED:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Motion to 1) Continue the Public Hearing to May 13, 2009; 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to place the appointment of a City Council Subcommittee on the April 1, 2009, City Council Agenda to review the draft document
The Palm Springs Path to a Sustainable Community
. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to 1) Continue the Public Hearing to May 13, 2009; 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to place the appointment of a City Council Subcommittee on the April 1, 2009, City Council Agenda to review the draft document
The Palm Springs Path to a Sustainable Community
. (Approved)
1.B. 35TH PROGRAM YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 2009-10 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND CDBG BUDGET APPROVAL, AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT GRANT NO. B-09-MC-06-0561 IN THE AMOUNT OF $506,696 AND APPROVING SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
Motion to 1) Continue the Public Hearing to April 1, 2009, with no public testimony at this time; 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to 1) Continue the Public Hearing to April 1, 2009, with no public testimony at this time; 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved)
The City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency convened at 6:31 p.m. for a Joint Meeting with the City Council.
Councilmember Mills stated he has a property related conflict of interest with respect to the
Ramon Road
property in Item 1.C., and requested the City Council bifurcate the discussion and the vote, and he would then not participate in the discussion and the vote for the
Ramon Road
property.
1.C. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING THE SALE OF TWO PARCELS FROM THE AGENCY TO THE CITY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (PROJECT AREA NO. 1) AND THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (PROJECT AREA NO. 1) AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF 49,950:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
Tom Wilson, Assistant City Manager, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 25, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing for the Jiminez Circle property, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1380, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SALE TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (APN 669-353-001) IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500, AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500;" [CITY COUNCIL] 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22245, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (APN 669-353-001) IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500, AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director on behalf of the Agency, and the City Manager on behalf of the City, to execute all documents related to the transaction in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1380, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SALE TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (APN 669-353-001) IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500, AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500;" [CITY COUNCIL] 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22245, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (APN 669-353-001) IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500, AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director on behalf of the Agency, and the City Manager on behalf of the City, to execute all documents related to the transaction in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. (Approved)
Councilmember Mills left Council Chamber for the Ramon Road portion of the Public Hearing and vote.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing for the Ramon Road property, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1381, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SALE TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (APN 680-041-004) IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450, AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450;" [CITY COUNCIL] 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22246, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (APN 680-041-004) IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450, AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director on behalf of the Agency, and the City Manager on behalf of the City, to execute all documents related to the transaction in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1381, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SALE TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (APN 680-041-004) IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450, AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450;" [CITY COUNCIL] 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22246, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (APN 680-041-004) IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450, AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director on behalf of the Agency, and the City Manager on behalf of the City, to execute all documents related to the transaction in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. (Approved)
Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
ERIC MEEKS, requested the City Council consider modifying the rules for VillageFest to allow books sales.
DAVID CARDEN, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
GARY JOHNS, requested the City Council consider the use of the AAC for more issues and projects.
BILL RANSOM, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
JEFFREY SANKER, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
AFTAB DADA, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
DENNIS WAGNER, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
JULIUS KAZEN, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
WILLIE HOLLAND, stated his opposition to Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party, and noted his other concerns in the City.
TYLER McLEAN, spoke in support of Item 2.I., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the Palm Springs High School Event.
MARK ANTON, spoke in support of Item 2.H., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the AIDS Assistance Program Event.
RICHARD BYFORD, spoke in support of Item 2.H., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the AIDS Assistance Program Event.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat announced the upcoming Green Friday event, the upcoming Turn Off Your Lights event, and requested staff review and report on the National League of Cities Plan or Program to receive 20% discount on all prescription drugs.
Councilmember Mills commented on former Mayor Bogert.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address Mr. Meeks' comments and the VillageFest rules pertaining to the sale of books, and requested the City Manager address airport noise and provide a Federal stimulus package update.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Ready requested Thomas Noland, Executive Director of Aviation, address the increase in noise complaints at the Palm Springs International Airport
RA. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items RA1., RA2., and RA4. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Approve Items RA1., RA2., and RA4. (Approved)
RA1. JOINT ITEM CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY WITH RESPECT TO CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 33130 REDEVELOPMENT AREA PROPERTY DISCLOSURES:
Staff Report Item RA1.
RA2. JOINT ITEM CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FUNDING OF THE 2008-09 LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING FUND SET-ASIDE:
Staff Report Item RA2.
RA4. TRANSFER OF UNEXPENDED BOND PROCEEDS TO CAPITALIZED INTEREST ACCOUNT:
Staff Report Item RA4.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
RA3. STATE-MANDATED PAYMENT TO THE EDUCATION REVENUE AUGMENTATION FUND (ERAF):
Staff Report Item RA3.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1384, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS WITH RESPECT TO THE 2008-09 PAYMENT TO THE EDUCATION REVENUE AUGMENTATION FUND AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO;" and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 1385, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1384, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS WITH RESPECT TO THE 2008-09 PAYMENT TO THE EDUCATION REVENUE AUGMENTATION FUND AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO;" and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 1385, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09." (Approved)
RA5. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION DBA DESERT HIGHLAND ASSOCIATES, LP, FOR AN ADDITIONAL $400,000 PROJECT FINANCING AND REDUCTION OF THE LOAN INTEREST RATE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 57-UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT LOCATED AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD:
Staff Report Item RA5.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 1387, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION DBA DESERT HIGHLAND ASSOCIATES, LP, TO PROVIDE $400,000 IN ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE AND REDUCTION OF THE LOAN INTEREST RATE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS, A 57-UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT ON A 4.45 ACRE SITE AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD, IN THE DESERT-HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD, INCREASING THE AGENCY FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION TO $1,600,000 IN GAP FINANCING, MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1." A0531C. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 1387, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION DBA DESERT HIGHLAND ASSOCIATES, LP, TO PROVIDE $400,000 IN ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE AND REDUCTION OF THE LOAN INTEREST RATE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS, A 57-UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT ON A 4.45 ACRE SITE AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD, IN THE DESERT-HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD, INCREASING THE AGENCY FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION TO $1,600,000 IN GAP FINANCING, MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1." A0531C. (Approved)
The Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 7:22 p.m., and the City Council continued.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.J., 2.K., 2.M., 2.O., 2.P., 2.Q., and 2.R. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.J., 2.K., 2.M., 2.O., 2.P., 2.Q., and 2.R. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.D. ADOPTION OF POLICY PERTAINING TO TICKETS DISTRIBUTED BY THE CITY PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS 18944.1:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.F. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF MARK SPOHN FROM THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.J. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE BASKETBALL AND TENNIS COURT RESURFACING AT VARIOUS CITY PARKS (CITY PROJECT NO. 08-24):
Staff Report Item 2.J.
2.K. APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING RELATING TO EAGLE CANYON DAM:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
2.M. APPROVE FIREWORKS FOR THE FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION:
Staff Report Item 2.M.
2.O. PLANNING COMMISSION RESIGNATION AND PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION RESIGNATION:
2.P. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR FEBRUARY 1 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2009:
Staff Report Item 2.P.
2.Q. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH INMATE COMMUNICATIONS CORP TO PROVIDE TELEPHONE SERVICE IN THE CITY JAIL:
Staff Report Item 2.Q.
2.R. PROPOSED RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING APPLICATION FILING AND APPEAL FEES FOR MEDICAL CANNABIS COOPERATIVES OR COLLECTIVES:
Staff Report Item 2.R.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.E. SUMMARY VACATION OF PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENTS WITHIN LOTS 6 AND 7 OF PALM SPRINGS PALISADES MAP IN SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST, FILE R 08-022:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on delaying the summary vacation due to the potential development of the site.
Motion to Continue Item 2.E. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Continue Item 2.E. (Approved)
2.G. TEMPORARILY SUSPEND VARIOUS REGULATIONS OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE (NOISE, NOISE NUISANCE, SIGN AND DANCES) AND APPROVE A CARNIVAL ON APRIL 10, APRIL 11, AND APRIL 12, 2009, FOR THE WHITE PARTY, LOCATED AT 888 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, 277 N. AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND 444 E. ARENAS ROAD (APPLICATION BY JEFFERY SANKER ENTERTAINMENT):
Staff Report Item 2.G.
Councilmember Weigel commented on the suspension of the Noise Ordinance, and recommends the City suspend the Dance Ordinance and the Outdoor Music Ordinance and allow the event without suspending the Noise Ordinance, and requested the City Attorney and staff look at the process of administratively approving events that will not require the suspension of ordinances.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the important upcoming events, and recommended the City Council review the process for the future events.
Motion to Adopt Resolution approving the event and carnival, suspending the Sign Ordinance and the Dance Ordinance. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Adopt Resolution approving the event and carnival, suspending the Sign Ordinance and the Dance Ordinance. (Declined)
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22455, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00), NOISE NUISANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040), SIGN ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 9.20.00), AND DANCES (CHAPTER 5.12), APPROVING A CARNIVAL ON APRIL 10, 11, AND 12, 2009 TO FACILITATE THE PLANNED EVENTS FOR THE WHITE PARTY LOCATED AT 888 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, 277 NORTH AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND 444 EAST ARENAS ROAD." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22455, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00), NOISE NUISANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040), SIGN ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 9.20.00), AND DANCES (CHAPTER 5.12), APPROVING A CARNIVAL ON APRIL 10, 11, AND 12, 2009 TO FACILITATE THE PLANNED EVENTS FOR THE WHITE PARTY LOCATED AT 888 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, 277 NORTH AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND 444 EAST ARENAS ROAD." (Approved)
Councilmember Mills requested the event organizer consider in the future, moving the last day event to another location that is not as disruptive to the neighborhood.
ACTION:
Direct staff to review the approval of events and the suspension of Ordinances, and schedule a City Council Study Session.
By consensus of the City Council.
2.H. TEMPORARILY SUSPEND THE NOISE ORDINANCE ON APRIL 25, 2009, FOR THE AIDS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GALA EVENT LOCATED AT 301 NORTH BELARDO ROAD (APPLICATION BY WALTER REED):
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22456, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00) AND THE NOISE NUISANCE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040) FOR A FUNDRAISING EVENT ON APRIL 25, 2009, FROM 9:30 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M., AT 301 NORTH BELARDO ROAD (O’DONNELL GOLF COURSE)." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Staff Report Item 2.H.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22456, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00) AND THE NOISE NUISANCE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040) FOR A FUNDRAISING EVENT ON APRIL 25, 2009, FROM 9:30 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M., AT 301 NORTH BELARDO ROAD (O’DONNELL GOLF COURSE)." (Approved)
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. TEMPORARILY SUSPEND THE NOISE ORDINANCE ON MAY 30, 2009, FOR THE PALM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL DANCE FUNDRAISER EVENT LOCATED AT 5955 EAST RAMON ROAD (APPLICATION BY ASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY OF PALM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL):
Staff Report Item 2.I.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22457, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00) AND THE NOISE NUISANCE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040) FOR A DANCE AND FUNDRAISING EVENT ON MAY 30, 2009 FROM 8:00 P.M. TO 12:00 A.M., AT 5955 EAST RAMON ROAD (SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND CROSSLEY ROAD)." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22457, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00) AND THE NOISE NUISANCE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040) FOR A DANCE AND FUNDRAISING EVENT ON MAY 30, 2009 FROM 8:00 P.M. TO 12:00 A.M., AT 5955 EAST RAMON ROAD (SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND CROSSLEY ROAD)." (Approved)
2.L. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RGA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, INC FOR THE TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY MEDIAN, PALM SPRINGS CITY HALL, AND RIVERSIDE COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES SCHEMATIC LANDSCAPE DESIGN (CITY PROJECT NO. 08-20):
Staff Report Item 2.L.
Motion to 1) Approve an Agreement with RGA Landscape Architects, Inc., in the amount of $63,540 for preparation of schematic landscape plans for the Tahquitz Canyon Way median (extending from Indian Canyon Drive to El Cielo Road), Palm Springs City Hall, and the Riverside County Administrative Offices complex (City Project No. 08-20)
amending the Scope of Work Exhibit A to include landscape irrigation concepts
; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement; and 3) Direct the City Manager to appoint a City Manager Steering Committee for the project. A5809. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Approve an Agreement with RGA Landscape Architects, Inc., in the amount of $63,540 for preparation of schematic landscape plans for the Tahquitz Canyon Way median (extending from Indian Canyon Drive to El Cielo Road), Palm Springs City Hall, and the Riverside County Administrative Offices complex (City Project No. 08-20)
amending the Scope of Work Exhibit A to include landscape irrigation concepts
; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement; and 3) Direct the City Manager to appoint a City Manager Steering Committee for the project. A5809. (Approved)
2.N. APPROVAL TO RELEASE SOQ 14-09 FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN TEAM SERVICES FOR THE RENOVATION AND REPURPOSING OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND THE JC FREY BUILDINGS:
Staff Report Item 2.N.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the renovation: proposed budget and estimates, renovation of restrooms for the Frey Building and the development of restrooms in the Welwood Building, the proposed timeline, and the proposed concepts for the Welwood Murray Memorial Library.
Motion to approve Approve the release of SOQ No. 14-09 for Architectural Design Team Services for the renovation of the Welwood Murray Memorial Library and the JC Frey Building. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to approve Approve the release of SOQ No. 14-09 for Architectural Design Team Services for the renovation of the Welwood Murray Memorial Library and the JC Frey Building. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO STATE VIDEO FRANCHISE HOLDERS:
Staff Report Item 3.A.
City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 25, 2009.
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. 1759, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING CHAPTER 5.79 OF TITLE 5 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO STATE VIDEO FRANCHISE HOLDERS." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
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. 1759, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING CHAPTER 5.79 OF TITLE 5 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO STATE VIDEO FRANCHISE HOLDERS." (Approved)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS: None.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills thanked the community for their well wishes and commented on his recent medical experience.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mar 25, 2009 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson stated the recommendation for Consent Calendar Item 2.F., should be modified to receive and approve the excused absences of VillageFest Board Member Mark Spohn, and stated date for Consent Calendar Item 2.I., should be modified to May 30, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.N. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Items 2.E. and 2.N. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Weigel requested Items 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., RA3., and RA5. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills noted his abstention on Item 2.B., and requested Item 2.L. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. JOINT MEETING WITH THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION AND PUBLIC DISCUSSION ON THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS SUSTAINABILITY MASTER PLAN AND CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING APPROVING THE PALM SPRINGS ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM AND THE REPORT PREPARED BY THE AUTHORIZED OFFICER, ESTABLISHING A CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT PROGRAM TO FINANCE (AB811) ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS, AND CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS TO BE LEVIED:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Motion to 1) Continue the Public Hearing to May 13, 2009; 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to place the appointment of a City Council Subcommittee on the April 1, 2009, City Council Agenda to review the draft document
The Palm Springs Path to a Sustainable Community
. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to 1) Continue the Public Hearing to May 13, 2009; 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to place the appointment of a City Council Subcommittee on the April 1, 2009, City Council Agenda to review the draft document
The Palm Springs Path to a Sustainable Community
. (Approved)
1.B. 35TH PROGRAM YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 2009-10 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND CDBG BUDGET APPROVAL, AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT GRANT NO. B-09-MC-06-0561 IN THE AMOUNT OF $506,696 AND APPROVING SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
Motion to 1) Continue the Public Hearing to April 1, 2009, with no public testimony at this time; 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to 1) Continue the Public Hearing to April 1, 2009, with no public testimony at this time; 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. (Approved)
The City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency convened at 6:31 p.m. for a Joint Meeting with the City Council.
Councilmember Mills stated he has a property related conflict of interest with respect to the
Ramon Road
property in Item 1.C., and requested the City Council bifurcate the discussion and the vote, and he would then not participate in the discussion and the vote for the
Ramon Road
property.
1.C. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING THE SALE OF TWO PARCELS FROM THE AGENCY TO THE CITY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (PROJECT AREA NO. 1) AND THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (PROJECT AREA NO. 1) AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF 49,950:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
Tom Wilson, Assistant City Manager, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 25, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing for the Jiminez Circle property, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1380, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SALE TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (APN 669-353-001) IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500, AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500;" [CITY COUNCIL] 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22245, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (APN 669-353-001) IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500, AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director on behalf of the Agency, and the City Manager on behalf of the City, to execute all documents related to the transaction in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1380, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SALE TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (APN 669-353-001) IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500, AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500;" [CITY COUNCIL] 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22245, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF JIMINEZ CIRCLE AND ROSA PARKS ROAD (APN 669-353-001) IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500, AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director on behalf of the Agency, and the City Manager on behalf of the City, to execute all documents related to the transaction in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. (Approved)
Councilmember Mills left Council Chamber for the Ramon Road portion of the Public Hearing and vote.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing for the Ramon Road property, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1381, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SALE TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (APN 680-041-004) IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450, AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450;" [CITY COUNCIL] 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22246, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (APN 680-041-004) IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450, AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director on behalf of the Agency, and the City Manager on behalf of the City, to execute all documents related to the transaction in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1381, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SALE TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (APN 680-041-004) IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450, AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450;" [CITY COUNCIL] 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22246, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE FROM THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3845 EAST RAMON ROAD (APN 680-041-004) IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450, AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A PROMISSORY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,450;" and 3) Authorize the Executive Director on behalf of the Agency, and the City Manager on behalf of the City, to execute all documents related to the transaction in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. (Approved)
Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
ERIC MEEKS, requested the City Council consider modifying the rules for VillageFest to allow books sales.
DAVID CARDEN, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
GARY JOHNS, requested the City Council consider the use of the AAC for more issues and projects.
BILL RANSOM, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
JEFFREY SANKER, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
AFTAB DADA, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
DENNIS WAGNER, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
JULIUS KAZEN, spoke in support of Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party.
WILLIE HOLLAND, stated his opposition to Item 2.G., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the White Party, and noted his other concerns in the City.
TYLER McLEAN, spoke in support of Item 2.I., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the Palm Springs High School Event.
MARK ANTON, spoke in support of Item 2.H., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the AIDS Assistance Program Event.
RICHARD BYFORD, spoke in support of Item 2.H., the suspension of the Noise Ordinance for the AIDS Assistance Program Event.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat announced the upcoming Green Friday event, the upcoming Turn Off Your Lights event, and requested staff review and report on the National League of Cities Plan or Program to receive 20% discount on all prescription drugs.
Councilmember Mills commented on former Mayor Bogert.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address Mr. Meeks' comments and the VillageFest rules pertaining to the sale of books, and requested the City Manager address airport noise and provide a Federal stimulus package update.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Ready requested Thomas Noland, Executive Director of Aviation, address the increase in noise complaints at the Palm Springs International Airport
RA. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items RA1., RA2., and RA4. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Approve Items RA1., RA2., and RA4. (Approved)
RA1. JOINT ITEM CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY WITH RESPECT TO CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 33130 REDEVELOPMENT AREA PROPERTY DISCLOSURES:
Staff Report Item RA1.
RA2. JOINT ITEM CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FUNDING OF THE 2008-09 LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING FUND SET-ASIDE:
Staff Report Item RA2.
RA4. TRANSFER OF UNEXPENDED BOND PROCEEDS TO CAPITALIZED INTEREST ACCOUNT:
Staff Report Item RA4.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
RA3. STATE-MANDATED PAYMENT TO THE EDUCATION REVENUE AUGMENTATION FUND (ERAF):
Staff Report Item RA3.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1384, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS WITH RESPECT TO THE 2008-09 PAYMENT TO THE EDUCATION REVENUE AUGMENTATION FUND AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO;" and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 1385, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1384, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS WITH RESPECT TO THE 2008-09 PAYMENT TO THE EDUCATION REVENUE AUGMENTATION FUND AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO;" and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 1385, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-09." (Approved)
RA5. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION DBA DESERT HIGHLAND ASSOCIATES, LP, FOR AN ADDITIONAL $400,000 PROJECT FINANCING AND REDUCTION OF THE LOAN INTEREST RATE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 57-UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT LOCATED AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD:
Staff Report Item RA5.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 1387, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION DBA DESERT HIGHLAND ASSOCIATES, LP, TO PROVIDE $400,000 IN ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE AND REDUCTION OF THE LOAN INTEREST RATE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS, A 57-UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT ON A 4.45 ACRE SITE AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD, IN THE DESERT-HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD, INCREASING THE AGENCY FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION TO $1,600,000 IN GAP FINANCING, MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1." A0531C. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 1387, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION DBA DESERT HIGHLAND ASSOCIATES, LP, TO PROVIDE $400,000 IN ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE AND REDUCTION OF THE LOAN INTEREST RATE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS, A 57-UNIT APARTMENT PROJECT ON A 4.45 ACRE SITE AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD, IN THE DESERT-HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD, INCREASING THE AGENCY FINANCIAL PARTICIPATION TO $1,600,000 IN GAP FINANCING, MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1." A0531C. (Approved)
The Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 7:22 p.m., and the City Council continued.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.J., 2.K., 2.M., 2.O., 2.P., 2.Q., and 2.R. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.J., 2.K., 2.M., 2.O., 2.P., 2.Q., and 2.R. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.D. ADOPTION OF POLICY PERTAINING TO TICKETS DISTRIBUTED BY THE CITY PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS 18944.1:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.F. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF MARK SPOHN FROM THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.J. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE BASKETBALL AND TENNIS COURT RESURFACING AT VARIOUS CITY PARKS (CITY PROJECT NO. 08-24):
Staff Report Item 2.J.
2.K. APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING RELATING TO EAGLE CANYON DAM:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
2.M. APPROVE FIREWORKS FOR THE FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION:
Staff Report Item 2.M.
2.O. PLANNING COMMISSION RESIGNATION AND PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION RESIGNATION:
2.P. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR FEBRUARY 1 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2009:
Staff Report Item 2.P.
2.Q. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH INMATE COMMUNICATIONS CORP TO PROVIDE TELEPHONE SERVICE IN THE CITY JAIL:
Staff Report Item 2.Q.
2.R. PROPOSED RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING APPLICATION FILING AND APPEAL FEES FOR MEDICAL CANNABIS COOPERATIVES OR COLLECTIVES:
Staff Report Item 2.R.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.E. SUMMARY VACATION OF PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENTS WITHIN LOTS 6 AND 7 OF PALM SPRINGS PALISADES MAP IN SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST, FILE R 08-022:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on delaying the summary vacation due to the potential development of the site.
Motion to Continue Item 2.E. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Continue Item 2.E. (Approved)
2.G. TEMPORARILY SUSPEND VARIOUS REGULATIONS OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE (NOISE, NOISE NUISANCE, SIGN AND DANCES) AND APPROVE A CARNIVAL ON APRIL 10, APRIL 11, AND APRIL 12, 2009, FOR THE WHITE PARTY, LOCATED AT 888 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, 277 N. AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND 444 E. ARENAS ROAD (APPLICATION BY JEFFERY SANKER ENTERTAINMENT):
Staff Report Item 2.G.
Councilmember Weigel commented on the suspension of the Noise Ordinance, and recommends the City suspend the Dance Ordinance and the Outdoor Music Ordinance and allow the event without suspending the Noise Ordinance, and requested the City Attorney and staff look at the process of administratively approving events that will not require the suspension of ordinances.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the important upcoming events, and recommended the City Council review the process for the future events.
Motion to Adopt Resolution approving the event and carnival, suspending the Sign Ordinance and the Dance Ordinance. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Adopt Resolution approving the event and carnival, suspending the Sign Ordinance and the Dance Ordinance. (Declined)
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22455, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00), NOISE NUISANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040), SIGN ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 9.20.00), AND DANCES (CHAPTER 5.12), APPROVING A CARNIVAL ON APRIL 10, 11, AND 12, 2009 TO FACILITATE THE PLANNED EVENTS FOR THE WHITE PARTY LOCATED AT 888 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, 277 NORTH AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND 444 EAST ARENAS ROAD." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22455, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00), NOISE NUISANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040), SIGN ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 9.20.00), AND DANCES (CHAPTER 5.12), APPROVING A CARNIVAL ON APRIL 10, 11, AND 12, 2009 TO FACILITATE THE PLANNED EVENTS FOR THE WHITE PARTY LOCATED AT 888 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, 277 NORTH AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND 444 EAST ARENAS ROAD." (Approved)
Councilmember Mills requested the event organizer consider in the future, moving the last day event to another location that is not as disruptive to the neighborhood.
ACTION:
Direct staff to review the approval of events and the suspension of Ordinances, and schedule a City Council Study Session.
By consensus of the City Council.
2.H. TEMPORARILY SUSPEND THE NOISE ORDINANCE ON APRIL 25, 2009, FOR THE AIDS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GALA EVENT LOCATED AT 301 NORTH BELARDO ROAD (APPLICATION BY WALTER REED):
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22456, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00) AND THE NOISE NUISANCE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040) FOR A FUNDRAISING EVENT ON APRIL 25, 2009, FROM 9:30 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M., AT 301 NORTH BELARDO ROAD (O’DONNELL GOLF COURSE)." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Staff Report Item 2.H.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22456, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00) AND THE NOISE NUISANCE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040) FOR A FUNDRAISING EVENT ON APRIL 25, 2009, FROM 9:30 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M., AT 301 NORTH BELARDO ROAD (O’DONNELL GOLF COURSE)." (Approved)
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. TEMPORARILY SUSPEND THE NOISE ORDINANCE ON MAY 30, 2009, FOR THE PALM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL DANCE FUNDRAISER EVENT LOCATED AT 5955 EAST RAMON ROAD (APPLICATION BY ASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY OF PALM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL):
Staff Report Item 2.I.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22457, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00) AND THE NOISE NUISANCE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040) FOR A DANCE AND FUNDRAISING EVENT ON MAY 30, 2009 FROM 8:00 P.M. TO 12:00 A.M., AT 5955 EAST RAMON ROAD (SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND CROSSLEY ROAD)." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22457, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.74.00) AND THE NOISE NUISANCE ORDINANCE (CHAPTER 11.08.040) FOR A DANCE AND FUNDRAISING EVENT ON MAY 30, 2009 FROM 8:00 P.M. TO 12:00 A.M., AT 5955 EAST RAMON ROAD (SOUTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND CROSSLEY ROAD)." (Approved)
2.L. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RGA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, INC FOR THE TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY MEDIAN, PALM SPRINGS CITY HALL, AND RIVERSIDE COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES SCHEMATIC LANDSCAPE DESIGN (CITY PROJECT NO. 08-20):
Staff Report Item 2.L.
Motion to 1) Approve an Agreement with RGA Landscape Architects, Inc., in the amount of $63,540 for preparation of schematic landscape plans for the Tahquitz Canyon Way median (extending from Indian Canyon Drive to El Cielo Road), Palm Springs City Hall, and the Riverside County Administrative Offices complex (City Project No. 08-20)
amending the Scope of Work Exhibit A to include landscape irrigation concepts
; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement; and 3) Direct the City Manager to appoint a City Manager Steering Committee for the project. A5809. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Approve an Agreement with RGA Landscape Architects, Inc., in the amount of $63,540 for preparation of schematic landscape plans for the Tahquitz Canyon Way median (extending from Indian Canyon Drive to El Cielo Road), Palm Springs City Hall, and the Riverside County Administrative Offices complex (City Project No. 08-20)
amending the Scope of Work Exhibit A to include landscape irrigation concepts
; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement; and 3) Direct the City Manager to appoint a City Manager Steering Committee for the project. A5809. (Approved)
2.N. APPROVAL TO RELEASE SOQ 14-09 FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN TEAM SERVICES FOR THE RENOVATION AND REPURPOSING OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND THE JC FREY BUILDINGS:
Staff Report Item 2.N.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the renovation: proposed budget and estimates, renovation of restrooms for the Frey Building and the development of restrooms in the Welwood Building, the proposed timeline, and the proposed concepts for the Welwood Murray Memorial Library.
Motion to approve Approve the release of SOQ No. 14-09 for Architectural Design Team Services for the renovation of the Welwood Murray Memorial Library and the JC Frey Building. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to approve Approve the release of SOQ No. 14-09 for Architectural Design Team Services for the renovation of the Welwood Murray Memorial Library and the JC Frey Building. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO STATE VIDEO FRANCHISE HOLDERS:
Staff Report Item 3.A.
City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 25, 2009.
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. 1759, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING CHAPTER 5.79 OF TITLE 5 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO STATE VIDEO FRANCHISE HOLDERS." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
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. 1759, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING CHAPTER 5.79 OF TITLE 5 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO STATE VIDEO FRANCHISE HOLDERS." (Approved)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS: None.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills thanked the community for their well wishes and commented on his recent medical experience.
ADJOURNMENT:
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