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CALL TO ORDER:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
INTERVIEW AN APPLICANT AND APPOINT MEMBERS TO THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD AS PART OF THE 2011 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
ACTION:
Reappoint Thomas DeLeeuw and John Gilmer to the Historic Site Preservation Board for terms ending June 30, 2014.
By consensus of the City Council.
RECESS TO COUNCIL CHAMBER:
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:
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.E. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his business related abstention on Item 2.C. for Warrant No. 1048786.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Weigel.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. JOINT ITEM OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 BUDGET, ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN, APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT, AND FUND BALANCE DESIGNATION POLICY:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Budget documents.
The City Council determined they would separate the discussion and the vote of the Special Events and Contributions from the remainder of the budget discussion.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
TOM ADAMO, Palm Springs, commented on beatification and tourism budget and requested the City Council provide for public restrooms in the Downtown area.
JOHN DAW, spoke in support of the restoration of the budget to the Bureau of Tourism.
JOY MEREDITH, commented on the lack of restrooms in the Downtown area.
JULIUS KAZEN, spoke in support of the restoration of the budget for the Bureau of Tourism, commented on tourism and the Hotel Incentive Program.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address public restrooms in the Downtown area.
Mayor Pougnet commented on discussions with Wessman Development regarding public restrooms.
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel commented on the lack of capital improvement funds in the budget, and requested staff address funding of improvements and maintenance in the parks and public improvements.
Councilmember Mills commented on funding for capital improvements and alternative funding for improvements, public restrooms in the Downtown area, requested staff address the reserves and the recommended reserves a city should maintain, and requested the City Council consider the restoration of the Bureau of Tourism budget.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the bottoming of revenues, stated his support for the restoration of the Bureau of Tourism budget, commented on the number of employees, public restrooms and the Welwood project.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the possibility of hiring a grant writer, to assist in securing Federal, State and other grants.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22925, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22926, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED;"
amending the budget to provide an additional $150,000 for the Bureau of Tourism with the caveat that the remaining $150,000 funding be reviewed in six months;
3) Adopt Resolution No. 1420, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22927, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2012;" 5) Adopt Resolution No. 22928, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CITY’S FUND BALANCE DESIGNATION POLICY GOVERNING THE ACCOUNTING FOR CITY FUND BALANCES;" and 6) Direct the City Manager / Executive Director and Director of Finance and Treasurer to make the appropriate modifications to the Budget and prepare the final budget document for Fiscal Year 2011-12. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22925, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22926, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED;"
amending the budget to provide an additional $150,000 for the Bureau of Tourism with the caveat that the remaining $150,000 funding be reviewed in six months;
3) Adopt Resolution No. 1420, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22927, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2012;" 5) Adopt Resolution No. 22928, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CITY’S FUND BALANCE DESIGNATION POLICY GOVERNING THE ACCOUNTING FOR CITY FUND BALANCES;" and 6) Direct the City Manager / Executive Director and Director of Finance and Treasurer to make the appropriate modifications to the Budget and prepare the final budget document for Fiscal Year 2011-12. (Approved)
Councilmember Foat stated she had a business related conflict of interest with respect to the Special Events and Contributions budget, stated she would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
City Manager Ready provided background information on the budget for special events as outlined in the Special Events and Contributions Budget.
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the holiday light replacement program, requested staff look at the expansion of lights to the Uptown area, stated the funding for the Earth Through a Lens event should be from the Sustainability Commission, and requested the City Council consider partial funding for the Holiday shows at the Convention Center.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the holiday light replacement, and stated his support of the creation of a new special event and funding.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the holiday light replacement program, and the funding of Community Concerts.
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel requested the City Council consider the funding of $10,000 for Marine Band Concerts, requested the City Council consider funding Opera in the Park in the amount of $3,000, and increasing the funding for the Palm Springs International Film Festival.
Mayor Pougnet stated his support for Opera in the Park and Community Concerts, but expressed concern on the funding for the Film Festival.
Motion to Approve the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Special Events and Contributions Budget,
amending the budget to fund the Marine Band Community Concerts in the amount of $10,000, Opera in the Park event in the amount of $3,000, New Special Event funding in the amount of $30,000, Young Americans Event in the amount of $15,000, and September 11 Commemoration in the amount of $7,000.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Approve the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Special Events and Contributions Budget,
amending the budget to fund the Marine Band Community Concerts in the amount of $10,000, Opera in the Park event in the amount of $3,000, New Special Event funding in the amount of $30,000, Young Americans Event in the amount of $15,000, and September 11 Commemoration in the amount of $7,000.
(Approved)
Councilmember Foat returned to the dais.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
NEJAT KOHAN, requested the City Council reconsider its decision on the $500,000 financial assistance for the Spanish Inn.
DAN JESSUP, Palm Springs, stated his support of Downtown revitalization.
DOUG JONES, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the revitalization of Downtown and the partnership between the City and Wessman Development.
JOE LUISI, Palm Springs, requested the City Council reconsider the decision on the Spanish Inn funding.
RICK PANTELE, commented on the recent fundraiser for the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, and requested the City Council consider providing a medical cannabis permit to CAPPS.
KAREN TABBAH, Palm Springs, commented on the Fourth of July, the entry sign, and commented on Item 2.D. the assessment for the Sunrise Norte Tract.
JOY MEREDITH, commented on the revitalization of the Downtown area.
STACY HOCHANADEL, commented on the taxation of medical cannabis cooperatives and collectives, and requested the City Council address illegal collectives.
JOHN TYMON, commented on the Desert Fashion Plaza, and commented on "hate crimes."
TIM NELSON, stated his support for the Spanish Inn.
JAMES CAMPER, commented on the taxation of medical cannabis cooperatives and collectives, and requested the City Council address illegal collectives.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., and 2.L. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., and 2.L. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE 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. NOTICE OF INTENT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS, FISCAL YEAR 2011-12:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1793, EXTENDING THE DEFERRAL OF PAYMENT OF CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES BY ORDINANCE NO. 1757:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. SUPPORT OF DAILY SUNSET LIMITED PASSENGER RAIL SERVICE:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. N034, WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR USE OF SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL (SRTSL) FEDERAL-AID FUNDS FOR THE FEDERAL SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL (CYCLE 2) PROJECT, FEDERAL-AID PROJECT NO. SRTSL-5282 (039) (CP 08-10):
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5348 WITH RS&H CALIFORNIA, INC. FOR AVIATION CONSULTING SERVICES:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.J. AGREEMENT WITH RISELO ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS INC. FOR PASSENGER BOARDING BRIDGE MAINTENANCE SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $193,401 (REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS 10-11):
Staff Report Item 2.J.
2.K. AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A4780 WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING FOR THE BELARDO ROAD BRIDGE & ROADWAY WIDENING PROJECT(CP 87-49):
Staff Report Item 2.K.
2.L. APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO O & M HR, LLC, FOR TWO PARCELS TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 5.62 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ANDREAS ROAD AND CALLE EL SEGUNDO FOR $1.5 MILLION:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1790, ESTABLISHING ELECTION REGULATIONS INCREASING THE NUMBER OF SIGNATURES NEEDED TO QUALIFY TO RUN FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
Motion to approve Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1790, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.02 TO, REPEALING SECTIONS 2.04.080 AND 2.04.100 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND REPEALING UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. 1562, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1790, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.02 TO, REPEALING SECTIONS 2.04.080 AND 2.04.100 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND REPEALING UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. 1562, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS." (Approved) (Recorded at 02:08:04)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
5. NEW BUSINESS:
Councilmember Foat stated she has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Item 5.A., would not participate in the discussion, or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
Councilmember Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Item 5.A., would not participate in the discussion, or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
5.A. RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY (PCN) FOR CORK ?N BOTTLE, TO SELL BEER AND WINE FOR CONSUMPTION OFF PREMISES (TYPE 20 ALCOHOL LICENSE) AT THE EXISTING RETAIL STORE LOCATED AT 342 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 1, 2011.
The City Council requested the Applicant address the sale of the previous license.
Motion to Adopt Resolution, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER AND WINE FOR OFF SITE CONSUMPTION (TYPE 20 ALCOHOL LICENSE) AT A RETAIL STORE LOCATED AT 342 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson. The motion did not receive a second and was lost.
Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
5.B. APPOINTMENT OF VARIOUS COMMISSIONERS AND BOARD MEMBERS AS PART OF THE 2011 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Motion to approve 1) Reappoint John Ege, Terri Mettie and Ranee Schaafsma to the Sustainability Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014, and 2) Appoint Delaney Toups to the Sustainability Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2013. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Reappoint John Ege, Terri Mettie and Ranee Schaafsma to the Sustainability Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014, and 2) Appoint Delaney Toups to the Sustainability Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2013. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:19:42)
5.C. AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE NEW AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES (PSDS) PROVIDING FOR ONCE WEEKLY SERVICE:
Staff Report Item 5.C.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 1, 2011.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the benefits to the City and the citizens, and commented on the proposed rates.
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel commented on the proposed new rates, and recommended staff enter into negotiations, but also consider the issuance of an RFP.
Councilmember Foat request PSDS address any potential loss of jobs based on the reduction of service, and requested clarification on the extra charge for green waste.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the issuance of an RFP, and collection earlier in the week.
ACTION:
Authorize staff to enter into negotiations with PSDS on a new Agreement.
By consensus of the City Council.
5.D. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5859 WITH MSW CONSULTANTS FOR SOLID WASTE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT:
Staff Report Item 5.D.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 1, 2011.
Motion to approve 1) Approve Amendment No. 5 to Agreement No. 5859 with MSW Consultants for solid waste contract management services, in an additional amount not to exceed $38,285. Total agreement amount shall not exceed $104,555; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5859. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Approve Amendment No. 5 to Agreement No. 5859 with MSW Consultants for solid waste contract management services, in an additional amount not to exceed $38,285. Total agreement amount shall not exceed $104,555; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5859. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:46:28)
5.E. PURCHASE OF 30 NEW REPLACEMENT VEHICLES (14 OF WHICH ARE HYBRIDS), 3 NEW REPLACEMENT MOTORCYCLES AND 1 NEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE FOR USE BY VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS:
Staff Report Item 5.E.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 1, 2011.
Motion to 1) Approve the purchase of 30 new replacement vehicles (14 of which are hybrids), 3 new replacement motorcycles, and 1 new electric vehicle for use by various City Departments as outlined on the attached list in a total amount not to exceed $1,097,000; 2) Authorize staff to conduct the appropriate bid processes, or utilize cooperative purchase contracts if available, in accordance with procurement procedures and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, including all purchase orders for the approved list of vehicles, to expedite the acquisition process; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22952, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-11." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Approve the purchase of 30 new replacement vehicles (14 of which are hybrids), 3 new replacement motorcycles, and 1 new electric vehicle for use by various City Departments as outlined on the attached list in a total amount not to exceed $1,097,000; 2) Authorize staff to conduct the appropriate bid processes, or utilize cooperative purchase contracts if available, in accordance with procurement procedures and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, including all purchase orders for the approved list of vehicles, to expedite the acquisition process; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22952, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-11." (Approved)
5.F. DISCUSSION ON THE LOCAL TAXATION OF MEDICAL CANNABIS COOPERATIVES AND COLLECTIVES:
Staff Report Item 5.F.
City Attorney Holland provided background information on local taxation as it could relate to medical cannabis cooperatives and collectives.
Motion to Continue to the meeting of June 15, 2011. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Continue to the meeting of June 15, 2011. (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the landscape maintenance at the Springs project, and requested staff address a dead City palm tree at Sunny Dunes and South Palm Canyon.
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel requested staff address the use and opening hours of the Palm Springs Skate Park.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the dead palm tree at Vista Chino and Palm Canyon, provided an update of the new animal shelter, and encouraged the adoption of pets at the shelter.
Mayor Pougnet thanked the Fire Department for their assistance with the fire at the children's school, and commented on the Palm Springs Rodeo.
ADJOURNMENT:
Jun 01, 2011 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
INTERVIEW AN APPLICANT AND APPOINT MEMBERS TO THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD AS PART OF THE 2011 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
ACTION:
Reappoint Thomas DeLeeuw and John Gilmer to the Historic Site Preservation Board for terms ending June 30, 2014.
By consensus of the City Council.
RECESS TO COUNCIL CHAMBER:
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:
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.E. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his business related abstention on Item 2.C. for Warrant No. 1048786.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Weigel.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. JOINT ITEM OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 BUDGET, ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN, APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT, AND FUND BALANCE DESIGNATION POLICY:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Budget documents.
The City Council determined they would separate the discussion and the vote of the Special Events and Contributions from the remainder of the budget discussion.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
TOM ADAMO, Palm Springs, commented on beatification and tourism budget and requested the City Council provide for public restrooms in the Downtown area.
JOHN DAW, spoke in support of the restoration of the budget to the Bureau of Tourism.
JOY MEREDITH, commented on the lack of restrooms in the Downtown area.
JULIUS KAZEN, spoke in support of the restoration of the budget for the Bureau of Tourism, commented on tourism and the Hotel Incentive Program.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address public restrooms in the Downtown area.
Mayor Pougnet commented on discussions with Wessman Development regarding public restrooms.
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel commented on the lack of capital improvement funds in the budget, and requested staff address funding of improvements and maintenance in the parks and public improvements.
Councilmember Mills commented on funding for capital improvements and alternative funding for improvements, public restrooms in the Downtown area, requested staff address the reserves and the recommended reserves a city should maintain, and requested the City Council consider the restoration of the Bureau of Tourism budget.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the bottoming of revenues, stated his support for the restoration of the Bureau of Tourism budget, commented on the number of employees, public restrooms and the Welwood project.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the possibility of hiring a grant writer, to assist in securing Federal, State and other grants.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22925, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22926, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED;"
amending the budget to provide an additional $150,000 for the Bureau of Tourism with the caveat that the remaining $150,000 funding be reviewed in six months;
3) Adopt Resolution No. 1420, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22927, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2012;" 5) Adopt Resolution No. 22928, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CITY’S FUND BALANCE DESIGNATION POLICY GOVERNING THE ACCOUNTING FOR CITY FUND BALANCES;" and 6) Direct the City Manager / Executive Director and Director of Finance and Treasurer to make the appropriate modifications to the Budget and prepare the final budget document for Fiscal Year 2011-12. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22925, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22926, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED;"
amending the budget to provide an additional $150,000 for the Bureau of Tourism with the caveat that the remaining $150,000 funding be reviewed in six months;
3) Adopt Resolution No. 1420, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22927, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2012;" 5) Adopt Resolution No. 22928, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CITY’S FUND BALANCE DESIGNATION POLICY GOVERNING THE ACCOUNTING FOR CITY FUND BALANCES;" and 6) Direct the City Manager / Executive Director and Director of Finance and Treasurer to make the appropriate modifications to the Budget and prepare the final budget document for Fiscal Year 2011-12. (Approved)
Councilmember Foat stated she had a business related conflict of interest with respect to the Special Events and Contributions budget, stated she would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
City Manager Ready provided background information on the budget for special events as outlined in the Special Events and Contributions Budget.
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the holiday light replacement program, requested staff look at the expansion of lights to the Uptown area, stated the funding for the Earth Through a Lens event should be from the Sustainability Commission, and requested the City Council consider partial funding for the Holiday shows at the Convention Center.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the holiday light replacement, and stated his support of the creation of a new special event and funding.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the holiday light replacement program, and the funding of Community Concerts.
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel requested the City Council consider the funding of $10,000 for Marine Band Concerts, requested the City Council consider funding Opera in the Park in the amount of $3,000, and increasing the funding for the Palm Springs International Film Festival.
Mayor Pougnet stated his support for Opera in the Park and Community Concerts, but expressed concern on the funding for the Film Festival.
Motion to Approve the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Special Events and Contributions Budget,
amending the budget to fund the Marine Band Community Concerts in the amount of $10,000, Opera in the Park event in the amount of $3,000, New Special Event funding in the amount of $30,000, Young Americans Event in the amount of $15,000, and September 11 Commemoration in the amount of $7,000.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Approve the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Special Events and Contributions Budget,
amending the budget to fund the Marine Band Community Concerts in the amount of $10,000, Opera in the Park event in the amount of $3,000, New Special Event funding in the amount of $30,000, Young Americans Event in the amount of $15,000, and September 11 Commemoration in the amount of $7,000.
(Approved)
Councilmember Foat returned to the dais.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
NEJAT KOHAN, requested the City Council reconsider its decision on the $500,000 financial assistance for the Spanish Inn.
DAN JESSUP, Palm Springs, stated his support of Downtown revitalization.
DOUG JONES, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the revitalization of Downtown and the partnership between the City and Wessman Development.
JOE LUISI, Palm Springs, requested the City Council reconsider the decision on the Spanish Inn funding.
RICK PANTELE, commented on the recent fundraiser for the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, and requested the City Council consider providing a medical cannabis permit to CAPPS.
KAREN TABBAH, Palm Springs, commented on the Fourth of July, the entry sign, and commented on Item 2.D. the assessment for the Sunrise Norte Tract.
JOY MEREDITH, commented on the revitalization of the Downtown area.
STACY HOCHANADEL, commented on the taxation of medical cannabis cooperatives and collectives, and requested the City Council address illegal collectives.
JOHN TYMON, commented on the Desert Fashion Plaza, and commented on "hate crimes."
TIM NELSON, stated his support for the Spanish Inn.
JAMES CAMPER, commented on the taxation of medical cannabis cooperatives and collectives, and requested the City Council address illegal collectives.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., and 2.L. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., and 2.L. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE 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. NOTICE OF INTENT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS, FISCAL YEAR 2011-12:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1793, EXTENDING THE DEFERRAL OF PAYMENT OF CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES BY ORDINANCE NO. 1757:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. SUPPORT OF DAILY SUNSET LIMITED PASSENGER RAIL SERVICE:
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.H. PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. N034, WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR USE OF SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL (SRTSL) FEDERAL-AID FUNDS FOR THE FEDERAL SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL (CYCLE 2) PROJECT, FEDERAL-AID PROJECT NO. SRTSL-5282 (039) (CP 08-10):
Staff Report Item 2.H.
2.I. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5348 WITH RS&H CALIFORNIA, INC. FOR AVIATION CONSULTING SERVICES:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
2.J. AGREEMENT WITH RISELO ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS INC. FOR PASSENGER BOARDING BRIDGE MAINTENANCE SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $193,401 (REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS 10-11):
Staff Report Item 2.J.
2.K. AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A4780 WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING FOR THE BELARDO ROAD BRIDGE & ROADWAY WIDENING PROJECT(CP 87-49):
Staff Report Item 2.K.
2.L. APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO O & M HR, LLC, FOR TWO PARCELS TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 5.62 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ANDREAS ROAD AND CALLE EL SEGUNDO FOR $1.5 MILLION:
Staff Report Item 2.L.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1790, ESTABLISHING ELECTION REGULATIONS INCREASING THE NUMBER OF SIGNATURES NEEDED TO QUALIFY TO RUN FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
Motion to approve Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1790, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.02 TO, REPEALING SECTIONS 2.04.080 AND 2.04.100 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND REPEALING UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. 1562, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1790, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.02 TO, REPEALING SECTIONS 2.04.080 AND 2.04.100 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND REPEALING UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. 1562, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS." (Approved) (Recorded at 02:08:04)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
5. NEW BUSINESS:
Councilmember Foat stated she has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Item 5.A., would not participate in the discussion, or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
Councilmember Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Item 5.A., would not participate in the discussion, or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
5.A. RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY (PCN) FOR CORK ?N BOTTLE, TO SELL BEER AND WINE FOR CONSUMPTION OFF PREMISES (TYPE 20 ALCOHOL LICENSE) AT THE EXISTING RETAIL STORE LOCATED AT 342 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 1, 2011.
The City Council requested the Applicant address the sale of the previous license.
Motion to Adopt Resolution, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER AND WINE FOR OFF SITE CONSUMPTION (TYPE 20 ALCOHOL LICENSE) AT A RETAIL STORE LOCATED AT 342 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson. The motion did not receive a second and was lost.
Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
5.B. APPOINTMENT OF VARIOUS COMMISSIONERS AND BOARD MEMBERS AS PART OF THE 2011 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Motion to approve 1) Reappoint John Ege, Terri Mettie and Ranee Schaafsma to the Sustainability Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014, and 2) Appoint Delaney Toups to the Sustainability Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2013. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Reappoint John Ege, Terri Mettie and Ranee Schaafsma to the Sustainability Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014, and 2) Appoint Delaney Toups to the Sustainability Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2013. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:19:42)
5.C. AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE NEW AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES (PSDS) PROVIDING FOR ONCE WEEKLY SERVICE:
Staff Report Item 5.C.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 1, 2011.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the benefits to the City and the citizens, and commented on the proposed rates.
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel commented on the proposed new rates, and recommended staff enter into negotiations, but also consider the issuance of an RFP.
Councilmember Foat request PSDS address any potential loss of jobs based on the reduction of service, and requested clarification on the extra charge for green waste.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the issuance of an RFP, and collection earlier in the week.
ACTION:
Authorize staff to enter into negotiations with PSDS on a new Agreement.
By consensus of the City Council.
5.D. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5859 WITH MSW CONSULTANTS FOR SOLID WASTE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT:
Staff Report Item 5.D.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 1, 2011.
Motion to approve 1) Approve Amendment No. 5 to Agreement No. 5859 with MSW Consultants for solid waste contract management services, in an additional amount not to exceed $38,285. Total agreement amount shall not exceed $104,555; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5859. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Approve Amendment No. 5 to Agreement No. 5859 with MSW Consultants for solid waste contract management services, in an additional amount not to exceed $38,285. Total agreement amount shall not exceed $104,555; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5859. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:46:28)
5.E. PURCHASE OF 30 NEW REPLACEMENT VEHICLES (14 OF WHICH ARE HYBRIDS), 3 NEW REPLACEMENT MOTORCYCLES AND 1 NEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE FOR USE BY VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS:
Staff Report Item 5.E.
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 1, 2011.
Motion to 1) Approve the purchase of 30 new replacement vehicles (14 of which are hybrids), 3 new replacement motorcycles, and 1 new electric vehicle for use by various City Departments as outlined on the attached list in a total amount not to exceed $1,097,000; 2) Authorize staff to conduct the appropriate bid processes, or utilize cooperative purchase contracts if available, in accordance with procurement procedures and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, including all purchase orders for the approved list of vehicles, to expedite the acquisition process; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22952, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-11." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to 1) Approve the purchase of 30 new replacement vehicles (14 of which are hybrids), 3 new replacement motorcycles, and 1 new electric vehicle for use by various City Departments as outlined on the attached list in a total amount not to exceed $1,097,000; 2) Authorize staff to conduct the appropriate bid processes, or utilize cooperative purchase contracts if available, in accordance with procurement procedures and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, including all purchase orders for the approved list of vehicles, to expedite the acquisition process; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22952, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-11." (Approved)
5.F. DISCUSSION ON THE LOCAL TAXATION OF MEDICAL CANNABIS COOPERATIVES AND COLLECTIVES:
Staff Report Item 5.F.
City Attorney Holland provided background information on local taxation as it could relate to medical cannabis cooperatives and collectives.
Motion to Continue to the meeting of June 15, 2011. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to Continue to the meeting of June 15, 2011. (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the landscape maintenance at the Springs project, and requested staff address a dead City palm tree at Sunny Dunes and South Palm Canyon.
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel requested staff address the use and opening hours of the Palm Springs Skate Park.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the dead palm tree at Vista Chino and Palm Canyon, provided an update of the new animal shelter, and encouraged the adoption of pets at the shelter.
Mayor Pougnet thanked the Fire Department for their assistance with the fire at the children's school, and commented on the Palm Springs Rodeo.
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