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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll call (5 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 00:11:10)
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Mills noted his business related abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.I.
Councilmember Foat requested Items 2.J. and 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separation.
Councilmember Foat requested the City Council add an Item to the Agenda as Item 5.D. titled PROPOSED LAND EXCHANGE BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT AND THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS, and stated there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action on the Item as the public comment period ends prior to the next meeting.
ACTION:
1) Find the Item came to the attention of the City after the posting of the Agenda, and there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action added item; and 2) Add the Agenda as Item 5.D., "PROPOSED LAND EXCHANGE BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT AND THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS."
Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet and unanimous carried.
Councilmember Weigel requested Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
DEAN LOCKWOOD, Mizel Senior Center, provided an update on the project funded by the City CDBG program, and thanked the City Council for the grant opportunity.
PETE WASCHER, Palm Springs, commented on the BLM land exchange with the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, commented on the upcoming November 2, 2010, election and recent events in the City of Bell.
PAUL ABSHIRE, commented on public safety activities, and the proposed reduction in public safety salaries.
J.T. HAYES, commented on the service provided by the Palm Springs Police Department.
BARRON LANE, commented on public safety cuts in the City of Palm Springs.
CHRIS WITHAM, commented on the proposed land exchange between the Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, code enforcement activities in the Racquet Club area, and issues with Police Dispatch.
MITCH SPIKE, commented on police personnel, and a letter sent by the PSPOA to local businesses.
THOMAS COVEY, commented on Item 2.J., and requested the City Council award the contract.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat commented on the State of California "take" of cities funds, and recommended a "yes" vote on Proposition 22.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., and 2.I. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., and 2.I. (Approved)
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. SIDE LETTER OF AGREEMENT TO THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEE RELATIONS REPRESENTATIVE (MERR) AND THE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF PALM SPRINGS (MAPS):
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2010:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. APPROVE AN ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY FOR COUNTY SERVICE AREA 152 NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. AIR SERVICE INCENTIVE PROGRAM AGREEMENT AND FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000 TO WESTJET AIRLINES FOR NEW TORONTO SERVICE:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. A5720 WITH HNTB CORPORATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY PHASE OF AIRPORT MASTER PLAN IN THE AMOUNT OF $666,820:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A4772 WITH THE DESERT HEALTHCARE DISTRICT WITH RESPECT TO THE WELLNESS PARK:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.J. AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE RAMON ROAD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE BARISTO CHANNEL (CP 09-10):
Staff Report Item 2.J.
Councilmember Foat commented on the dollar amount of the bids, stated her reluctance to award a contract to a firm outside the area with no local sub-contractors, and requested the City Council schedule a study session item to review the current local preference for City projects.
Motion to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Secondwind Engineering Construction, Inc., for the Ramon Road Drainage Improvement at the Baristo Channel (CP 09-10); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement. A6029. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Secondwind Engineering Construction, Inc., for the Ramon Road Drainage Improvement at the Baristo Channel (CP 09-10); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement. A6029. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:05:15)
2.K. SUPPORT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS' BUSINESS FRIENDLY PRINCIPLES DEVELOPMENT OF A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ECONOMIC GROWTH STRATEGY:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
Councilmember Foat stated she would like to see an item about local business as one of the principles of the Business Friendly Principles.
Councilmember Weigel stated this is a significant item, stated his support of the Business Friendly Principles, and requested staff further explain the principles for the public.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22818, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE 'BUSINESS FRIENDLY PRINCIPLES’ AS PART OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) DEVELOPMENT OF A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ECONOMIC GROWTH STRATEGY." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22818, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE 'BUSINESS FRIENDLY PRINCIPLES’ AS PART OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) DEVELOPMENT OF A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ECONOMIC GROWTH STRATEGY." (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 6, 2010.
Councilmember Mills requested staff provide additional detail on the fiscal impact, and the impact and reserves of the Wastewater Fund.
Motion to approve Authorize Veolia to solicit bids for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical System Upgrade (CP 09-03). Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Authorize Veolia to solicit bids for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical System Upgrade (CP 09-03). (Approved) (Recorded at 01:18:21)
5.B. DISCUSSION ON PROPOSITION 23 ON THE NOVEMBER 2, 2010, BALLOT WHICH SUSPENDS IMPLEMENTATION OF AIR POLLUTION CONTROL LAW (AB 32):
Staff Report Item 5.B.
Councilmember Foat stated her opposition to Proposition 23 and noted the proposal is inconsistent with the City’s sustainability goals, projects, and programs, and encouraged voters to vote no on Proposition 23.
Motion to The City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, hereby takes a position in opposition of Proposition 23 for the Election held November 2, 2010. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to The City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, hereby takes a position in opposition of Proposition 23 for the Election held November 2, 2010. (Approved)
5.C. APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONERS TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION AS PART OF THE 2010 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS:
Motion to approve 1) Reappoint Joe Luisi to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2013; 2) Appoint Richard Weiss and Robert Elsner to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2013; and 2) Appoint Ben Hall to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the un-expired term ending June 30, 2011. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Reappoint Joe Luisi to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2013; 2) Appoint Richard Weiss and Robert Elsner to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2013; and 2) Appoint Ben Hall to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the un-expired term ending June 30, 2011. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:22:06)
5.D. PROPOSED LAND EXCHANGE BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT AND THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information on the proposed land swap, and outlined the City's letter to the Bureau of Land Management dated September 30, 2010.
Councilmember Foat stated the letter did not make the access to trails a requirement as a commitment for the exchange going forward, and requested the City’s support be contingent upon the trails being available to the public without restriction, at no charge, or restricted hours.
Councilmember Mills stated these properties were not considered as part of the Coachella Valley MSHCP, and requested staff address the status of the conservation of the area, and stated that all the trails should be subject to the same conservation plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Weigel requested staff address the process and the responsibilities of the City.
ACTION:
Direct Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills work with staff to prepare and send an additional comment letter to the Bureau of Land Management consistent with the City Council discussion.
By consensus of the City Council.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on the upcoming Celebrity Golf Classic event.
The City Council recessed into Closed Session at 7:43 p.m.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
City Attorney Holland stated that the City Council recessed into Closed Session to complete discussion on the Items contained on the Closed Session Agenda. No further reportable actions were taken.
ADJOURNMENT:
Oct 06, 2010 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll call (5 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 00:11:10)
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Mills noted his business related abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.I.
Councilmember Foat requested Items 2.J. and 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separation.
Councilmember Foat requested the City Council add an Item to the Agenda as Item 5.D. titled PROPOSED LAND EXCHANGE BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT AND THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS, and stated there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action on the Item as the public comment period ends prior to the next meeting.
ACTION:
1) Find the Item came to the attention of the City after the posting of the Agenda, and there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action added item; and 2) Add the Agenda as Item 5.D., "PROPOSED LAND EXCHANGE BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT AND THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS."
Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet and unanimous carried.
Councilmember Weigel requested Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
DEAN LOCKWOOD, Mizel Senior Center, provided an update on the project funded by the City CDBG program, and thanked the City Council for the grant opportunity.
PETE WASCHER, Palm Springs, commented on the BLM land exchange with the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, commented on the upcoming November 2, 2010, election and recent events in the City of Bell.
PAUL ABSHIRE, commented on public safety activities, and the proposed reduction in public safety salaries.
J.T. HAYES, commented on the service provided by the Palm Springs Police Department.
BARRON LANE, commented on public safety cuts in the City of Palm Springs.
CHRIS WITHAM, commented on the proposed land exchange between the Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, code enforcement activities in the Racquet Club area, and issues with Police Dispatch.
MITCH SPIKE, commented on police personnel, and a letter sent by the PSPOA to local businesses.
THOMAS COVEY, commented on Item 2.J., and requested the City Council award the contract.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat commented on the State of California "take" of cities funds, and recommended a "yes" vote on Proposition 22.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., and 2.I. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., and 2.I. (Approved)
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. SIDE LETTER OF AGREEMENT TO THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEE RELATIONS REPRESENTATIVE (MERR) AND THE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF PALM SPRINGS (MAPS):
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2010:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. APPROVE AN ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY FOR COUNTY SERVICE AREA 152 NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. AIR SERVICE INCENTIVE PROGRAM AGREEMENT AND FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000 TO WESTJET AIRLINES FOR NEW TORONTO SERVICE:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. A5720 WITH HNTB CORPORATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY PHASE OF AIRPORT MASTER PLAN IN THE AMOUNT OF $666,820:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A4772 WITH THE DESERT HEALTHCARE DISTRICT WITH RESPECT TO THE WELLNESS PARK:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.J. AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE RAMON ROAD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE BARISTO CHANNEL (CP 09-10):
Staff Report Item 2.J.
Councilmember Foat commented on the dollar amount of the bids, stated her reluctance to award a contract to a firm outside the area with no local sub-contractors, and requested the City Council schedule a study session item to review the current local preference for City projects.
Motion to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Secondwind Engineering Construction, Inc., for the Ramon Road Drainage Improvement at the Baristo Channel (CP 09-10); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement. A6029. Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Secondwind Engineering Construction, Inc., for the Ramon Road Drainage Improvement at the Baristo Channel (CP 09-10); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement. A6029. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:05:15)
2.K. SUPPORT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS' BUSINESS FRIENDLY PRINCIPLES DEVELOPMENT OF A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ECONOMIC GROWTH STRATEGY:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
Councilmember Foat stated she would like to see an item about local business as one of the principles of the Business Friendly Principles.
Councilmember Weigel stated this is a significant item, stated his support of the Business Friendly Principles, and requested staff further explain the principles for the public.
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 22818, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE 'BUSINESS FRIENDLY PRINCIPLES’ AS PART OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) DEVELOPMENT OF A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ECONOMIC GROWTH STRATEGY." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 22818, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE 'BUSINESS FRIENDLY PRINCIPLES’ AS PART OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) DEVELOPMENT OF A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ECONOMIC GROWTH STRATEGY." (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 6, 2010.
Councilmember Mills requested staff provide additional detail on the fiscal impact, and the impact and reserves of the Wastewater Fund.
Motion to approve Authorize Veolia to solicit bids for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical System Upgrade (CP 09-03). Moved by Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Authorize Veolia to solicit bids for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical System Upgrade (CP 09-03). (Approved) (Recorded at 01:18:21)
5.B. DISCUSSION ON PROPOSITION 23 ON THE NOVEMBER 2, 2010, BALLOT WHICH SUSPENDS IMPLEMENTATION OF AIR POLLUTION CONTROL LAW (AB 32):
Staff Report Item 5.B.
Councilmember Foat stated her opposition to Proposition 23 and noted the proposal is inconsistent with the City’s sustainability goals, projects, and programs, and encouraged voters to vote no on Proposition 23.
Motion to The City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, hereby takes a position in opposition of Proposition 23 for the Election held November 2, 2010. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to The City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, hereby takes a position in opposition of Proposition 23 for the Election held November 2, 2010. (Approved)
5.C. APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONERS TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION AS PART OF THE 2010 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS:
Motion to approve 1) Reappoint Joe Luisi to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2013; 2) Appoint Richard Weiss and Robert Elsner to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2013; and 2) Appoint Ben Hall to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the un-expired term ending June 30, 2011. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Reappoint Joe Luisi to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2013; 2) Appoint Richard Weiss and Robert Elsner to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2013; and 2) Appoint Ben Hall to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for the un-expired term ending June 30, 2011. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:22:06)
5.D. PROPOSED LAND EXCHANGE BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT AND THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information on the proposed land swap, and outlined the City's letter to the Bureau of Land Management dated September 30, 2010.
Councilmember Foat stated the letter did not make the access to trails a requirement as a commitment for the exchange going forward, and requested the City’s support be contingent upon the trails being available to the public without restriction, at no charge, or restricted hours.
Councilmember Mills stated these properties were not considered as part of the Coachella Valley MSHCP, and requested staff address the status of the conservation of the area, and stated that all the trails should be subject to the same conservation plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Weigel requested staff address the process and the responsibilities of the City.
ACTION:
Direct Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills work with staff to prepare and send an additional comment letter to the Bureau of Land Management consistent with the City Council discussion.
By consensus of the City Council.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on the upcoming Celebrity Golf Classic event.
The City Council recessed into Closed Session at 7:43 p.m.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
City Attorney Holland stated that the City Council recessed into Closed Session to complete discussion on the Items contained on the Closed Session Agenda. No further reportable actions were taken.
ADJOURNMENT:
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