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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 requested the City Council hear concurrently Public Hearing Items 1.C., 1.D., and Item 5.A., as the first public hearing as they concern the same project.
Mayor Pougnet requested the City Council hear Item 1.C., 1.D., 5.A., as the first public hearing, and then Item 1.B.
Councilmember Hutcheson noted his property related abstention on Item 2.F. and requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills noted his business related abstention on Item 2.C. Warrant Nos. 1036441, 1036467, 1036483, 1036493, noted his business related abstention of Item 2.K., and requested Item 2.F. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
The City Council heard Items 1.C., 1.D., and 5.A. concurrently as the first public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Items 1.C., 1.D., and 5.A., stated he would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
1.C. AN APPLICATION BY SHERMAN LAS VEGAS HOUSING LLC FOR AN AMENDMENT TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT REVISING THE PDD FROM 32 SINGLE FAMILY UNITS TO FIVE SINGLE FAMILY UNITS AND 73 MULTI-FAMILY LOW AND MODERATE INCOME RENTAL UNITS IN ELEVEN, ONE AND TWO STORY BUILDINGS WITH OFF-STREET PARKING AND LANDSCAPING ON APPROXIMATELY 5.95 ACRES LOCATED AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD, CASE 5.1037 AMND; PDD-309; TTM 33161:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
Ken Lyon, Associate Planner, and Dale Cook, Economic Development Administrator, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
RAUEL YOUNG, Applicant, requested the City Council approve the amendment to the project, and the project financing application.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22542, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO CASE 5.1037 - PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 309 TO REVISE THE PROJECT FROM 32 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES TO 5 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNITS AND 73 MULTI-FAMILY LOW AND MODERATE INCOME RESIDENTIAL UNITS WITH OFF-STREET PARKING AND LANDSCAPING ON APPROXIMATELY 5.95 ACRES LOCATED AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD, ZONED PDD 309, SECTION 34/T3/R4 SUBJECT TO REVISED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22542, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO CASE 5.1037 - PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 309 TO REVISE THE PROJECT FROM 32 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES TO 5 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNITS AND 73 MULTI-FAMILY LOW AND MODERATE INCOME RESIDENTIAL UNITS WITH OFF-STREET PARKING AND LANDSCAPING ON APPROXIMATELY 5.95 ACRES LOCATED AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD, ZONED PDD 309, SECTION 34/T3/R4 SUBJECT TO REVISED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL." (Approved) (Recorded at 00:19:48)
1.D. VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS, A PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $10,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SA INVESTMENT LLC, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD:
Staff Report Item 1.D.
Dale Cook, Community Development Administrator, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
RAUEL YOUNG, Applicant, requested the City Council approve the amendment to the project, and the project financing application.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22543, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $10,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SA INVESTMENT LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22543, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $10,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SA INVESTMENT LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD." (Approved)
5.A. VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS, SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE FUNDING AND PARTICIPATION IN THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22568, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE FUNDING UNDER THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM; THE EXECUTION OF A STANDARD AGREEMENT IF SELECTED FOR SUCH FUNDING AND AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND ANY RELATED DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5874. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22568, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE FUNDING UNDER THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM; THE EXECUTION OF A STANDARD AGREEMENT IF SELECTED FOR SUCH FUNDING AND AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND ANY RELATED DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5874. (Approved)
1.B. PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, RECITING AND APPROVING THE PROTEST PROCEEDINGS, CONSIDER THE FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 LEVY OF ASSESSMENT FEES:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Councilmember Weigel requested staff address the BID assessments for the prior year, commented on the success of the BID in prior years, and stated his concerns with the current implementation of the BID.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the records and the protest proceedings, requested the City address changes to the BID structure for future years.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills commented on the history and the efforts involved with the merchants to set the boundaries and the fee structure, recommended the City Council approve the BID and requested the fee structure and boundaries be reviewed by staff and the BID members.
Mayor Pougnet stated his concerns with the BID, and requested City staff, the BID Steering Committee, Main Street, and merchants review the BID boundaries and fees and report to the City Council by December 31, 2009.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22541, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE PROTEST PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, TAKING NO ACTION ON THE PROPOSED LEVY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10, AND OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS AS REQUIRED," amending the Resolution by adding a section provides for voluntary contributions to the BID to read "
Voluntary Contributions to the BID may be paid and accepted for Fiscal Year 2009-10 pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 1709;
" and 2) Direct Main Street, the BID Steering Committee, and City Staff to meet and address concerns with the BID and make recommendations to the City Council prior to December 31, 2009. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22541, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE PROTEST PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, TAKING NO ACTION ON THE PROPOSED LEVY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10, AND OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS AS REQUIRED," amending the Resolution by adding a section provides for voluntary contributions to the BID to read "
Voluntary Contributions to the BID may be paid and accepted for Fiscal Year 2009-10 pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 1709;
" and 2) Direct Main Street, the BID Steering Committee, and City Staff to meet and address concerns with the BID and make recommendations to the City Council prior to December 31, 2009. (Approved)
1.A. PUBLIC MEETING TO REVIEW SPECIAL EVENT GRANT FUNDING PRIORITIES:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
SEIMA MOLOI, requested the City Council fund the 2010 Black History Parade.
JOHN CONNELL, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
KARYN BARNES, requested funding for the Festival of Lights Parade.
JEREMY BARNES, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
RACHEL HANSON, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
JARVIS CRAWFORD, requested the City Council fund Black History Month Parade and Festival.
MONICA TURNER, requested the City Council fund the Black History Month Parade and Festival.
KEITH McCORMICK, stated his support for the funding requests and priorities, and recommended the City Council review City in-kind costs for potential savings.
ORON JACKSON, commented on the treatment to the residents in the Desert Highland area and requested the City Council fund the Black History Month Parade and Festival.
JACQUES CAUSSIN, requested the City Council fund the Modernism Week.
WES RANKINS, requested the City Council fund the Black History Month Parade and Festival.
MARVIN WEISS, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
KIM McNULTY, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
BORIS ROSE, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
BARRY DAYTON, requested the City Council fund the Desert AIDS Walk, and the Festival of Lights Parade.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following with respect to Special Events Funding: the elimination of American Heat Bike Weekend, appropriating $50,000 toward funding all the other events, funding events at 25% less, reducing all the events in an equal proportional amount, quality of life and return on investment, requestied staff look for additional funding, and the elimination of funding of 4th of July Fireworks.
Motion to 1) Receive and file the Special Event Review Committee Priorities; 2) Fund all events at the recommended 75% level; and 3) Direct the City Manager to amend the budget and provide an additional $72,800 funding. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Receive and file the Special Event Review Committee Priorities; 2) Fund all events at the recommended 75% level; and 3) Direct the City Manager to amend the budget and provide an additional $72,800 funding. (Approved)
The City Council recessed at 7:32 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 7:45 p.m. Mayor Pougnet left the meeting, and Mayor Pro Tem Mills chaired the remainder of the meeting.
1.E. ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS, A PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $13,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD, IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD:
Staff Report Item 1.E.
Dale Cook, Community Development Administrator, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22544, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $13,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION, A CALIFORNIA NON-PROFIT PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD." Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22544, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $13,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION, A CALIFORNIA NON-PROFIT PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:52:20)
1.F. ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10:
Staff Report Item 1.F.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve 1. Open the public hearing and receive public testimony. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 22545, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3." 3. Adopt Resolution No. 22546, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3." 4. Adopt Resolution No. 22547, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A." 5. Adopt Resolution No. 22548, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A." 6. Adopt Resolution No. 22549, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C." 7. Adopt Resolution No. 22550, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C." 8. Adopt Resolution No. 22551, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7." 9. Adopt Resolution No. 22552, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7." 10. Adopt Resolution No. 22553, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8." 11. Adopt Resolution No. 22554, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8." 12. Adopt Resolution No. 22555, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 9." 13. Adopt Resolution No. 22556, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 9." 14. Adopt Resolution No. 22557, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1 AND ZONE 2." 15. Adopt Resolution No. 22558, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1 AND ZONE 2." 16. Adopt Resolution No. 22559, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12." 17. Adopt Resolution No. 22560, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1. Open the public hearing and receive public testimony. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 22545, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3.” 3. Adopt Resolution No. 22546, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3.” 4. Adopt Resolution No. 22547, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A.” 5. Adopt Resolution No. 22548, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A.” 6. Adopt Resolution No. 22549, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C.” 7. Adopt Resolution No. 22550, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C.” 8. Adopt Resolution No. 22551, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7.” 9. Adopt Resolution No. 22552, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7.” 10. Adopt Resolution No. 22553, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8.” 11. Adopt Resolution No. 22554, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8.” 12. Adopt Resolution No. 22555, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 9.” 13. Adopt Resolution No. 22556, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 9.” 14. Adopt Resolution No. 22557, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1 AND ZONE 2.” 15. Adopt Resolution No. 22558, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1 AND ZONE 2.” 16. Adopt Resolution No. 22559, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12.” 17. Adopt Resolution No. 22560, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12.” (Approved) (Recorded at 01:54:31)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
DR. RALPH VILLANI, Palm Springs, commented on pollution and Item 2.F. the San Lorenzo Shoulder Paving Project.
SCOTT SWANSON, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.F., the San Lorenzo Shoulder Paving Project.
DARRON DAHLE, commented on the Business Improvement District.
JEFFREY JONES, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.F., the San Lorenzo Shoulder Paving Project.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Mills provided an update on Census 2010.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council table to the meeting of July 22, 2009, the following items: Items 2.C. Warrant Nos. 1036441, 1036467, 1036483, 1036493; Item 2.F., and Item 2.K.
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C. (excluding Warrant Nos. 1036441, 1036467, 1036483, and 1036493), 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., 2.Q., 2.R., 2.S., 2.T. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C. (excluding Warrant Nos. 1036441, 1036467, 1036483, and 1036493), 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., 2.Q., 2.R., 2.S., 2.T. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR JUNE 2009:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE JACKIE LEE HOUSTON PLAZA:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.G. ACCEPTANCE OF $36,975 IN GRANT FUNDING FROM THE EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM TO FUND A YOUTH LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY AT THE PALM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. ACCEPTANCE OF $151,986 IN GRANT FUNDING FROM THE EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM TO FUND THE RENOVATION AND UPGRADE OF THE EXISTING DOWNTOWN VIDEO MONITORING SYSTEM:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. IMPROVE/MODIFY/REHAB TERMINAL PROJECT FINAL CHANGE ORDERS:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.L. AUTHORIZE MISCELLANEOUS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR EXPENDITURES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
2.M. AWARD CONTRACT FOR PEST CONTROL SERVICES FOR ALL CITY FACILITIES:
Staff Report Item 2.M.
2.N. APPROVAL OF AN ENCROACHMENT LICENSE WITH PRESCOTT PLACE, LLC FOR A BUILDING OVERHANG SOLAR SHADE AND CONCRETE BLOCK PLANTERS WITHIN RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED AT 901 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item 2.N.
2.O. APPROVAL OF TRACT MAP 35999 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH PRESCOTT PLACE LLC FOR A ONE PARCEL TRACT MAP FOR MIXED USE COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUMS LOCATED AT 901 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item 2.O.
2.P. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS REGARDING PROJECT CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE BELARDO ROAD BRIDGE AND ROADWAY PROJECT:
Staff Report Item 2.P.
2.Q. APPROVAL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLAN:
Staff Report Item 2.Q.
2.R. ACCEPTANCE OF $236,521 IN GRANT FUNDING FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY (OTS) FOR A DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI) ENFORCEMENT AND AWARENESS PROJECT:
Staff Report Item 2.R.
2.S. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE PALM SPRINGS FIRE SAFETY UNIT:
Staff Report Item 2.S.
2.T. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE PALM SPRINGS POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION:
Staff Report Item 2.T.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.F. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE SAN LORENZO SHOULDER PAVING PROJECT, CP 08-05:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
ACTION:
Tabled to July 22, 2009.
2.J. AWARD OF BID IFB 09-03 FOR PALM TREE TRIMMING AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
Motion to approve 1) Award a purchase order contract for Bid (IFB) 09-03, Schedule A, the base bid per our existing practice for Palm Tree Trimming at various locations in the City of Palm Springs to So Cal Tree Care Inc. based on unit prices per tree for a projected cost of $50,358.60; and 2) Award a purchase order contract for Schedule B for additional trimming (cleanly shearing frond skirts of California Fan Palms to 12' clearance and removal of dry fronds and skinning of Mexican Fan Palms in designated sections of the downtown, Tahquitz corridor, City Hall and Airport) to So Cal Tree Care Inc. on unit prices per tree for a projected cost of $26,977.00. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Award a purchase order contract for Bid (IFB) 09-03, Schedule A, the base bid per our existing practice for Palm Tree Trimming at various locations in the City of Palm Springs to So Cal Tree Care Inc. based on unit prices per tree for a projected cost of $50,358.60; and 2) Award a purchase order contract for Schedule B for additional trimming (cleanly shearing frond skirts of California Fan Palms to 12' clearance and removal of dry fronds and skinning of Mexican Fan Palms in designated sections of the downtown, Tahquitz corridor, City Hall and Airport) to So Cal Tree Care Inc. on unit prices per tree for a projected cost of $26,977.00. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:10:28)
2.K. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A0125 WITH PALM SPRINGS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT EXTENDING THE TERM ONE-YEAR TO JUNE 30, 2011, AND INCREASING THE RENT TO $5,933.16 PER MONTH EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2010:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
ACTION:
Tabled to July 22, 2009.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. AN AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW THE CITY MANAGER TO SUSPEND CERTAIN REGULATORY ORDINANCES FOR SPECIAL EVENTS OF BENEFIT TO THE COMMUNITY AND ITS VISITOR ORIENTED ECONOMY:
Staff Report Item 3.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Motion to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1761, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 6.12.030 AND 6.12.040 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1761, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 6.12.030 AND 6.12.040 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES." (Approved) (Recorded at 02:18:14)
3.B. AN AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, INCREASING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD TO SEVEN MEMBERS:
Staff Report Item 3.B.
Motion to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1762, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.22.010 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, INCREASING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD TO SEVEN MEMBERS." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1762, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.22.010 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, INCREASING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD TO SEVEN MEMBERS." (Approved) (Recorded at 02:19:59)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS, SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE FUNDING AND PARTICIPATION IN THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD:
Item 5.A. was heard under Public Hearings.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
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Jul 15, 2009 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 requested the City Council hear concurrently Public Hearing Items 1.C., 1.D., and Item 5.A., as the first public hearing as they concern the same project.
Mayor Pougnet requested the City Council hear Item 1.C., 1.D., 5.A., as the first public hearing, and then Item 1.B.
Councilmember Hutcheson noted his property related abstention on Item 2.F. and requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills noted his business related abstention on Item 2.C. Warrant Nos. 1036441, 1036467, 1036483, 1036493, noted his business related abstention of Item 2.K., and requested Item 2.F. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
The City Council heard Items 1.C., 1.D., and 5.A. concurrently as the first public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Items 1.C., 1.D., and 5.A., stated he would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
1.C. AN APPLICATION BY SHERMAN LAS VEGAS HOUSING LLC FOR AN AMENDMENT TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT REVISING THE PDD FROM 32 SINGLE FAMILY UNITS TO FIVE SINGLE FAMILY UNITS AND 73 MULTI-FAMILY LOW AND MODERATE INCOME RENTAL UNITS IN ELEVEN, ONE AND TWO STORY BUILDINGS WITH OFF-STREET PARKING AND LANDSCAPING ON APPROXIMATELY 5.95 ACRES LOCATED AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD, CASE 5.1037 AMND; PDD-309; TTM 33161:
Staff Report Item 1.C.
Ken Lyon, Associate Planner, and Dale Cook, Economic Development Administrator, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
RAUEL YOUNG, Applicant, requested the City Council approve the amendment to the project, and the project financing application.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22542, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO CASE 5.1037 - PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 309 TO REVISE THE PROJECT FROM 32 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES TO 5 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNITS AND 73 MULTI-FAMILY LOW AND MODERATE INCOME RESIDENTIAL UNITS WITH OFF-STREET PARKING AND LANDSCAPING ON APPROXIMATELY 5.95 ACRES LOCATED AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD, ZONED PDD 309, SECTION 34/T3/R4 SUBJECT TO REVISED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22542, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO CASE 5.1037 - PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 309 TO REVISE THE PROJECT FROM 32 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES TO 5 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNITS AND 73 MULTI-FAMILY LOW AND MODERATE INCOME RESIDENTIAL UNITS WITH OFF-STREET PARKING AND LANDSCAPING ON APPROXIMATELY 5.95 ACRES LOCATED AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD, ZONED PDD 309, SECTION 34/T3/R4 SUBJECT TO REVISED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL." (Approved) (Recorded at 00:19:48)
1.D. VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS, A PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $10,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SA INVESTMENT LLC, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD:
Staff Report Item 1.D.
Dale Cook, Community Development Administrator, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
RAUEL YOUNG, Applicant, requested the City Council approve the amendment to the project, and the project financing application.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22543, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $10,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SA INVESTMENT LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22543, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $10,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SA INVESTMENT LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD." (Approved)
5.A. VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS, SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE FUNDING AND PARTICIPATION IN THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22568, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE FUNDING UNDER THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM; THE EXECUTION OF A STANDARD AGREEMENT IF SELECTED FOR SUCH FUNDING AND AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND ANY RELATED DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5874. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22568, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE FUNDING UNDER THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM; THE EXECUTION OF A STANDARD AGREEMENT IF SELECTED FOR SUCH FUNDING AND AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND ANY RELATED DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS AT 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5874. (Approved)
1.B. PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, RECITING AND APPROVING THE PROTEST PROCEEDINGS, CONSIDER THE FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 LEVY OF ASSESSMENT FEES:
Staff Report Item 1.B.
City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Councilmember Weigel requested staff address the BID assessments for the prior year, commented on the success of the BID in prior years, and stated his concerns with the current implementation of the BID.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the records and the protest proceedings, requested the City address changes to the BID structure for future years.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills commented on the history and the efforts involved with the merchants to set the boundaries and the fee structure, recommended the City Council approve the BID and requested the fee structure and boundaries be reviewed by staff and the BID members.
Mayor Pougnet stated his concerns with the BID, and requested City staff, the BID Steering Committee, Main Street, and merchants review the BID boundaries and fees and report to the City Council by December 31, 2009.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22541, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE PROTEST PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, TAKING NO ACTION ON THE PROPOSED LEVY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10, AND OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS AS REQUIRED," amending the Resolution by adding a section provides for voluntary contributions to the BID to read "
Voluntary Contributions to the BID may be paid and accepted for Fiscal Year 2009-10 pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 1709;
" and 2) Direct Main Street, the BID Steering Committee, and City Staff to meet and address concerns with the BID and make recommendations to the City Council prior to December 31, 2009. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22541, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE PROTEST PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, TAKING NO ACTION ON THE PROPOSED LEVY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10, AND OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS AS REQUIRED," amending the Resolution by adding a section provides for voluntary contributions to the BID to read "
Voluntary Contributions to the BID may be paid and accepted for Fiscal Year 2009-10 pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 1709;
" and 2) Direct Main Street, the BID Steering Committee, and City Staff to meet and address concerns with the BID and make recommendations to the City Council prior to December 31, 2009. (Approved)
1.A. PUBLIC MEETING TO REVIEW SPECIAL EVENT GRANT FUNDING PRIORITIES:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
SEIMA MOLOI, requested the City Council fund the 2010 Black History Parade.
JOHN CONNELL, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
KARYN BARNES, requested funding for the Festival of Lights Parade.
JEREMY BARNES, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
RACHEL HANSON, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
JARVIS CRAWFORD, requested the City Council fund Black History Month Parade and Festival.
MONICA TURNER, requested the City Council fund the Black History Month Parade and Festival.
KEITH McCORMICK, stated his support for the funding requests and priorities, and recommended the City Council review City in-kind costs for potential savings.
ORON JACKSON, commented on the treatment to the residents in the Desert Highland area and requested the City Council fund the Black History Month Parade and Festival.
JACQUES CAUSSIN, requested the City Council fund the Modernism Week.
WES RANKINS, requested the City Council fund the Black History Month Parade and Festival.
MARVIN WEISS, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
KIM McNULTY, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
BORIS ROSE, requested the City Council fund the Festival of Lights Parade.
BARRY DAYTON, requested the City Council fund the Desert AIDS Walk, and the Festival of Lights Parade.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following with respect to Special Events Funding: the elimination of American Heat Bike Weekend, appropriating $50,000 toward funding all the other events, funding events at 25% less, reducing all the events in an equal proportional amount, quality of life and return on investment, requestied staff look for additional funding, and the elimination of funding of 4th of July Fireworks.
Motion to 1) Receive and file the Special Event Review Committee Priorities; 2) Fund all events at the recommended 75% level; and 3) Direct the City Manager to amend the budget and provide an additional $72,800 funding. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Receive and file the Special Event Review Committee Priorities; 2) Fund all events at the recommended 75% level; and 3) Direct the City Manager to amend the budget and provide an additional $72,800 funding. (Approved)
The City Council recessed at 7:32 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 7:45 p.m. Mayor Pougnet left the meeting, and Mayor Pro Tem Mills chaired the remainder of the meeting.
1.E. ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS, A PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $13,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD, IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD:
Staff Report Item 1.E.
Dale Cook, Community Development Administrator, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22544, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $13,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION, A CALIFORNIA NON-PROFIT PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD." Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 22544, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TAX-EXEMPT MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY NOT TO EXCEED $13,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY HOUSING COALITION, A CALIFORNIA NON-PROFIT PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION, FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROSA GARDENS APARTMENTS AT 555 ROSA PARKS ROAD." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:52:20)
1.F. ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10:
Staff Report Item 1.F.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve 1. Open the public hearing and receive public testimony. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 22545, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3." 3. Adopt Resolution No. 22546, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3." 4. Adopt Resolution No. 22547, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A." 5. Adopt Resolution No. 22548, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A." 6. Adopt Resolution No. 22549, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C." 7. Adopt Resolution No. 22550, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C." 8. Adopt Resolution No. 22551, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7." 9. Adopt Resolution No. 22552, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7." 10. Adopt Resolution No. 22553, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8." 11. Adopt Resolution No. 22554, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8." 12. Adopt Resolution No. 22555, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 9." 13. Adopt Resolution No. 22556, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 9." 14. Adopt Resolution No. 22557, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1 AND ZONE 2." 15. Adopt Resolution No. 22558, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1 AND ZONE 2." 16. Adopt Resolution No. 22559, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12." 17. Adopt Resolution No. 22560, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1. Open the public hearing and receive public testimony. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 22545, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3.” 3. Adopt Resolution No. 22546, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3.” 4. Adopt Resolution No. 22547, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A.” 5. Adopt Resolution No. 22548, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A.” 6. Adopt Resolution No. 22549, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C.” 7. Adopt Resolution No. 22550, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C.” 8. Adopt Resolution No. 22551, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7.” 9. Adopt Resolution No. 22552, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7.” 10. Adopt Resolution No. 22553, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8.” 11. Adopt Resolution No. 22554, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8.” 12. Adopt Resolution No. 22555, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 9.” 13. Adopt Resolution No. 22556, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 9.” 14. Adopt Resolution No. 22557, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1 AND ZONE 2.” 15. Adopt Resolution No. 22558, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1 AND ZONE 2.” 16. Adopt Resolution No. 22559, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12.” 17. Adopt Resolution No. 22560, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVYING AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 WITHIN THE PALM SPRINGS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12.” (Approved) (Recorded at 01:54:31)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
DR. RALPH VILLANI, Palm Springs, commented on pollution and Item 2.F. the San Lorenzo Shoulder Paving Project.
SCOTT SWANSON, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.F., the San Lorenzo Shoulder Paving Project.
DARRON DAHLE, commented on the Business Improvement District.
JEFFREY JONES, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.F., the San Lorenzo Shoulder Paving Project.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Mills provided an update on Census 2010.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council table to the meeting of July 22, 2009, the following items: Items 2.C. Warrant Nos. 1036441, 1036467, 1036483, 1036493; Item 2.F., and Item 2.K.
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C. (excluding Warrant Nos. 1036441, 1036467, 1036483, and 1036493), 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., 2.Q., 2.R., 2.S., 2.T. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C. (excluding Warrant Nos. 1036441, 1036467, 1036483, and 1036493), 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., 2.Q., 2.R., 2.S., 2.T. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Staff Report Item 2.A.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Staff Report Item 2.B.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Staff Report Item 2.C.
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR JUNE 2009:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE JACKIE LEE HOUSTON PLAZA:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.G. ACCEPTANCE OF $36,975 IN GRANT FUNDING FROM THE EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM TO FUND A YOUTH LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY AT THE PALM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. ACCEPTANCE OF $151,986 IN GRANT FUNDING FROM THE EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM TO FUND THE RENOVATION AND UPGRADE OF THE EXISTING DOWNTOWN VIDEO MONITORING SYSTEM:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. IMPROVE/MODIFY/REHAB TERMINAL PROJECT FINAL CHANGE ORDERS:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.L. AUTHORIZE MISCELLANEOUS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR EXPENDITURES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-10:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
2.M. AWARD CONTRACT FOR PEST CONTROL SERVICES FOR ALL CITY FACILITIES:
Staff Report Item 2.M.
2.N. APPROVAL OF AN ENCROACHMENT LICENSE WITH PRESCOTT PLACE, LLC FOR A BUILDING OVERHANG SOLAR SHADE AND CONCRETE BLOCK PLANTERS WITHIN RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED AT 901 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item 2.N.
2.O. APPROVAL OF TRACT MAP 35999 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH PRESCOTT PLACE LLC FOR A ONE PARCEL TRACT MAP FOR MIXED USE COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUMS LOCATED AT 901 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item 2.O.
2.P. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS REGARDING PROJECT CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE BELARDO ROAD BRIDGE AND ROADWAY PROJECT:
Staff Report Item 2.P.
2.Q. APPROVAL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLAN:
Staff Report Item 2.Q.
2.R. ACCEPTANCE OF $236,521 IN GRANT FUNDING FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY (OTS) FOR A DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI) ENFORCEMENT AND AWARENESS PROJECT:
Staff Report Item 2.R.
2.S. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE PALM SPRINGS FIRE SAFETY UNIT:
Staff Report Item 2.S.
2.T. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE PALM SPRINGS POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION:
Staff Report Item 2.T.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.F. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE SAN LORENZO SHOULDER PAVING PROJECT, CP 08-05:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
ACTION:
Tabled to July 22, 2009.
2.J. AWARD OF BID IFB 09-03 FOR PALM TREE TRIMMING AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
Motion to approve 1) Award a purchase order contract for Bid (IFB) 09-03, Schedule A, the base bid per our existing practice for Palm Tree Trimming at various locations in the City of Palm Springs to So Cal Tree Care Inc. based on unit prices per tree for a projected cost of $50,358.60; and 2) Award a purchase order contract for Schedule B for additional trimming (cleanly shearing frond skirts of California Fan Palms to 12' clearance and removal of dry fronds and skinning of Mexican Fan Palms in designated sections of the downtown, Tahquitz corridor, City Hall and Airport) to So Cal Tree Care Inc. on unit prices per tree for a projected cost of $26,977.00. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Award a purchase order contract for Bid (IFB) 09-03, Schedule A, the base bid per our existing practice for Palm Tree Trimming at various locations in the City of Palm Springs to So Cal Tree Care Inc. based on unit prices per tree for a projected cost of $50,358.60; and 2) Award a purchase order contract for Schedule B for additional trimming (cleanly shearing frond skirts of California Fan Palms to 12' clearance and removal of dry fronds and skinning of Mexican Fan Palms in designated sections of the downtown, Tahquitz corridor, City Hall and Airport) to So Cal Tree Care Inc. on unit prices per tree for a projected cost of $26,977.00. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:10:28)
2.K. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A0125 WITH PALM SPRINGS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT EXTENDING THE TERM ONE-YEAR TO JUNE 30, 2011, AND INCREASING THE RENT TO $5,933.16 PER MONTH EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2010:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
ACTION:
Tabled to July 22, 2009.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. AN AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW THE CITY MANAGER TO SUSPEND CERTAIN REGULATORY ORDINANCES FOR SPECIAL EVENTS OF BENEFIT TO THE COMMUNITY AND ITS VISITOR ORIENTED ECONOMY:
Staff Report Item 3.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 15, 2009.
Motion to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1761, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 6.12.030 AND 6.12.040 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1761, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 6.12.030 AND 6.12.040 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES." (Approved) (Recorded at 02:18:14)
3.B. AN AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, INCREASING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD TO SEVEN MEMBERS:
Staff Report Item 3.B.
Motion to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1762, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.22.010 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, INCREASING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD TO SEVEN MEMBERS." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Weigel.
Vote to approve 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1762, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.22.010 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, INCREASING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD TO SEVEN MEMBERS." (Approved) (Recorded at 02:19:59)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. VISTA SAN JACINTO APARTMENTS, SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE FUNDING AND PARTICIPATION IN THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 301 ROSA PARKS ROAD IN THE DESERT HIGHLAND GATEWAY ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD:
Item 5.A. was heard under Public Hearings.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
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