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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pro Tem Foat noted her property ownership abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.D.
Councilmember Lewin noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.B., January 18, 2012, Minutes, and requested Items 2.I. and 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Hutcheson noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.B., January 18, 2012, Minutes.
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.H. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC MEETING:
1.A. CITY'S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011 AUDIT:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Lance, Soll & Lunghard presented the City's Fiscal Year 2010-11 Independent Audit.
ACTION:
Lance, Soll & Lunghard presented the City’s Fiscal Year 2010-11 Independent Audit.
By consensus of the City Council.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
SAM DUREAS, Palm Springs, commented on his volunteer role at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, and noted the number of dogs that are received at the shelter that are not microchipped.
RICK PANTELE, commented on the upcoming mixer for the Animal Shelter and AIDS Assistance Program, and requested the City Council issue a regulatory permit for medical cannabis to CAPS.
SYLVIA SCHMITT, commented on Item 5.A, the suspension of fees for film permitting.
LIZ GLASS, Palm Springs, noted the upcoming Palm Springs Fire Department CERT Training.
JOE FOSTER, Palm Springs, commented on the location of the Grey Hound Bus station, the trimming of Palm Trees in the City, and his arrest by the Palm Springs Police Department.
JACQUES CAUSSIN, commented on the upcoming Palm Springs Modernism Week activities and events.
DANIEL ESCUDERO, Cathedral City, requested the City Council issue a regulatory permit for medical cannabis to CAPS.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on Item 2.K., and the recent wind storm.
PATTI LYNNE, Palm Springs, requested the City Council issue a regulatory permit for medical cannabis to CAPS.
KEN ALAN, commented on Item 5.A., and spoke in support of the suspension of film permit fees for a period of one year.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., and 2.J. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., and 2.J. (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. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF DIEGO HEREDIA FROM THE PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2011:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. RATIFICATION OF THE ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE ACCESS LINE RATE APPROVED BY THE VOTERS BY MEASURE "G" PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE §3.39.050:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CATHEDRAL CITY RELATED TO THE RAMON ROAD WIDENING (SAN LUIS REY DR. TO LANDAU BLVD.) INCLUDING THE WHITEWATER RIVER BRIDGE WIDENING (CP 08-25):
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.J. EXTENSION OF THE NEW RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM AS PART OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CONTINUING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.H. EASEMENT DEEDS TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
Councilmember Mills questioned if the easements the City is granting are in the Tahquitz Creek Master Plan.
Motion to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23083, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE GRANTING OF AN EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 5 (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00040, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6040;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23084, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE GRANTING OF EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 91 (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00040, RCFC PARCELS NO. 6040-505A AND 6040-505B;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23085, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND IN TRACT MAP NO. 18087 TO THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH LATERAL A, STAGE II (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00041, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6041-500;" and 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23086, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND IN TRACT MAP NO. 18087 TO THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH LATERAL A, STAGE II (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00041, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6041-501." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23083, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE GRANTING OF AN EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 5 (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00040, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6040;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23084, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE GRANTING OF EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 91 (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00040, RCFC PARCELS NO. 6040-505A AND 6040-505B;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23085, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND IN TRACT MAP NO. 18087 TO THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH LATERAL A, STAGE II (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00041, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6041-500;" and 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23086, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND IN TRACT MAP NO. 18087 TO THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH LATERAL A, STAGE II (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00041, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6041-501." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:28:35)
2.I. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF BARBARA MARSHALL FROM THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
Councilmember Lewin thanked the Commissioners for their time and effort to the City.
Motion to approve 1) Accept with regret the resignation of Barbara Marshall from the Historic Site Preservation Board; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Vacancy for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2013. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Accept with regret the resignation of Barbara Marshall from the Historic Site Preservation Board; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Vacancy for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2013. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:29:24)
2.K. CONTINUING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY AND RATIFYING THE ACTIONS OF THE DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES, RELATING TO THE JANUARY 2012, SEVERE WIND STORM:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
Councilmember Lewin thanked staff and residents for their assistance and public service during the emergency.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23087, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONTINUING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY AND RATIFYING THE ACTIONS OF THE DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES, PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.20, RELATING TO THE JANUARY, 2012, SEVERE WIND STORM." Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23087, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONTINUING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY AND RATIFYING THE ACTIONS OF THE DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES, PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.20, RELATING TO THE JANUARY, 2012, SEVERE WIND STORM." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:30:36)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. UPDATE ON NOISE MITIGATION AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT BY THE CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE:
Thomas Nolan, Executive Director Airport, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 1, 2012.
Councilmember Lewin requested staff address the success of the good neighborhood policy, the ability of the pilot to control noise of a military jet, the potential to develop a brochure for the pilot, and should the FBO's track the military activity.
Councilmember Mills noted that some community members are in support of the military presence at the Palm Springs International Airport, and stated the City needs to seek a balance.
ACTION:
Receive and File.
By consensus of the City Council.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. ONE-YEAR SUSPENSION OF FILM AND LOCATION PERMIT FEES:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 1, 2012.
Councilmember Hutcheson questioned the types of results that staff will review and provide to the City Council in one year.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the fee waiver, noted the benefits to all types of production companies, and requested City staff review the policies of New York City.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23088, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING FILM PERMIT AND LOCATION FEES FOR ONE (1) YEAR." Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23088, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING FILM PERMIT AND LOCATION FEES FOR ONE (1) YEAR." (Approved)
5.B. MID-YEAR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 BUDGET UPDATE:
Staff Report Item 5.B.
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, presented a PowerPoint presentation on the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Budget.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the valley-wide comparison of TOT revenues, the success of the Hotel Incentive Program, and noted the recovery in cash reserves.
No action taken.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the lights in the Sunrise Park Parking Lot, a tree that needs attention at the handicapped parking spot, the damage to the fence at the Palm Springs Dog Park, thanked the volunteers at the Animal Shelter, and requested the City Attorney review microchipping of animals.
Councilmember Hutcheson thanked the City Council and community for their notes and condolences with regard to the recent passing of his father.
Councilmember Lewin requested the City Council Subcommittee on Downtown Revitalization consider public spaces, and prioritizing the hiring of local labor by the contractor of the Museum Market Plaza.
Mayor Pougnet provided an update on the activities of the City Council Subcommittee regarding the Museum Market Plaza project.
Councilmember Mills commented on the Museum Market Plaza Specific Plan.
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pro Tem Foat noted her property ownership abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.D.
Councilmember Lewin noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.B., January 18, 2012, Minutes, and requested Items 2.I. and 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Hutcheson noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.B., January 18, 2012, Minutes.
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.H. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC MEETING:
1.A. CITY'S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011 AUDIT:
Staff Report Item 1.A.
Lance, Soll & Lunghard presented the City's Fiscal Year 2010-11 Independent Audit.
ACTION:
Lance, Soll & Lunghard presented the City’s Fiscal Year 2010-11 Independent Audit.
By consensus of the City Council.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
SAM DUREAS, Palm Springs, commented on his volunteer role at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, and noted the number of dogs that are received at the shelter that are not microchipped.
RICK PANTELE, commented on the upcoming mixer for the Animal Shelter and AIDS Assistance Program, and requested the City Council issue a regulatory permit for medical cannabis to CAPS.
SYLVIA SCHMITT, commented on Item 5.A, the suspension of fees for film permitting.
LIZ GLASS, Palm Springs, noted the upcoming Palm Springs Fire Department CERT Training.
JOE FOSTER, Palm Springs, commented on the location of the Grey Hound Bus station, the trimming of Palm Trees in the City, and his arrest by the Palm Springs Police Department.
JACQUES CAUSSIN, commented on the upcoming Palm Springs Modernism Week activities and events.
DANIEL ESCUDERO, Cathedral City, requested the City Council issue a regulatory permit for medical cannabis to CAPS.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on Item 2.K., and the recent wind storm.
PATTI LYNNE, Palm Springs, requested the City Council issue a regulatory permit for medical cannabis to CAPS.
KEN ALAN, commented on Item 5.A., and spoke in support of the suspension of film permit fees for a period of one year.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., and 2.J. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., and 2.J. (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. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF DIEGO HEREDIA FROM THE PALM SPRINGS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD:
Staff Report Item 2.D.
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2011:
Staff Report Item 2.E.
2.F. RATIFICATION OF THE ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE ACCESS LINE RATE APPROVED BY THE VOTERS BY MEASURE "G" PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE §3.39.050:
Staff Report Item 2.F.
2.G. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CATHEDRAL CITY RELATED TO THE RAMON ROAD WIDENING (SAN LUIS REY DR. TO LANDAU BLVD.) INCLUDING THE WHITEWATER RIVER BRIDGE WIDENING (CP 08-25):
Staff Report Item 2.G.
2.J. EXTENSION OF THE NEW RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM AS PART OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CONTINUING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM:
Staff Report Item 2.J.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.H. EASEMENT DEEDS TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT:
Staff Report Item 2.H.
Councilmember Mills questioned if the easements the City is granting are in the Tahquitz Creek Master Plan.
Motion to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23083, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE GRANTING OF AN EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 5 (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00040, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6040;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23084, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE GRANTING OF EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 91 (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00040, RCFC PARCELS NO. 6040-505A AND 6040-505B;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23085, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND IN TRACT MAP NO. 18087 TO THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH LATERAL A, STAGE II (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00041, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6041-500;" and 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23086, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND IN TRACT MAP NO. 18087 TO THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH LATERAL A, STAGE II (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00041, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6041-501." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23083, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE GRANTING OF AN EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 5 (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00040, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6040;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23084, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE GRANTING OF EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 91 (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00040, RCFC PARCELS NO. 6040-505A AND 6040-505B;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23085, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND IN TRACT MAP NO. 18087 TO THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH LATERAL A, STAGE II (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00041, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6041-500;" and 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23086, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LAND IN TRACT MAP NO. 18087 TO THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT FOR PALM CANYON WASH LATERAL A, STAGE II (RCFC PROJECT NO. 6-0-00041, RCFC PARCEL NO. 6041-501." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:28:35)
2.I. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF BARBARA MARSHALL FROM THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD:
Staff Report Item 2.I.
Councilmember Lewin thanked the Commissioners for their time and effort to the City.
Motion to approve 1) Accept with regret the resignation of Barbara Marshall from the Historic Site Preservation Board; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Vacancy for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2013. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Accept with regret the resignation of Barbara Marshall from the Historic Site Preservation Board; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Vacancy for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2013. (Approved) (Recorded at 01:29:24)
2.K. CONTINUING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY AND RATIFYING THE ACTIONS OF THE DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES, RELATING TO THE JANUARY 2012, SEVERE WIND STORM:
Staff Report Item 2.K.
Councilmember Lewin thanked staff and residents for their assistance and public service during the emergency.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23087, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONTINUING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY AND RATIFYING THE ACTIONS OF THE DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES, PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.20, RELATING TO THE JANUARY, 2012, SEVERE WIND STORM." Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23087, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONTINUING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY AND RATIFYING THE ACTIONS OF THE DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES, PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.20, RELATING TO THE JANUARY, 2012, SEVERE WIND STORM." (Approved) (Recorded at 01:30:36)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. UPDATE ON NOISE MITIGATION AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT BY THE CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE:
Thomas Nolan, Executive Director Airport, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 1, 2012.
Councilmember Lewin requested staff address the success of the good neighborhood policy, the ability of the pilot to control noise of a military jet, the potential to develop a brochure for the pilot, and should the FBO's track the military activity.
Councilmember Mills noted that some community members are in support of the military presence at the Palm Springs International Airport, and stated the City needs to seek a balance.
ACTION:
Receive and File.
By consensus of the City Council.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. ONE-YEAR SUSPENSION OF FILM AND LOCATION PERMIT FEES:
Staff Report Item 5.A.
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated February 1, 2012.
Councilmember Hutcheson questioned the types of results that staff will review and provide to the City Council in one year.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the fee waiver, noted the benefits to all types of production companies, and requested City staff review the policies of New York City.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23088, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING FILM PERMIT AND LOCATION FEES FOR ONE (1) YEAR." Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23088, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING FILM PERMIT AND LOCATION FEES FOR ONE (1) YEAR." (Approved)
5.B. MID-YEAR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 BUDGET UPDATE:
Staff Report Item 5.B.
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, presented a PowerPoint presentation on the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Budget.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the valley-wide comparison of TOT revenues, the success of the Hotel Incentive Program, and noted the recovery in cash reserves.
No action taken.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the lights in the Sunrise Park Parking Lot, a tree that needs attention at the handicapped parking spot, the damage to the fence at the Palm Springs Dog Park, thanked the volunteers at the Animal Shelter, and requested the City Attorney review microchipping of animals.
Councilmember Hutcheson thanked the City Council and community for their notes and condolences with regard to the recent passing of his father.
Councilmember Lewin requested the City Council Subcommittee on Downtown Revitalization consider public spaces, and prioritizing the hiring of local labor by the contractor of the Museum Market Plaza.
Mayor Pougnet provided an update on the activities of the City Council Subcommittee regarding the Museum Market Plaza project.
Councilmember Mills commented on the Museum Market Plaza Specific Plan.
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