Councilmember Mills noted his business related abstention on Item 2.C., Warrant No. 1057082, and requested Items 2.T. and 2.W. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat noted her business related abstention on Item 2.C., Warrant No. 1056618.

Mayor Pougnet requested Consent Calendar Item 2.M. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.

Motion to Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)

1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

1.A. FILING OF NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIENS FOR THREE PUBLIC NUISANCES LOCATED AT 2395 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, 414 SOUTH MONTE VISTA DRIVE, AND 1091 SOUTH PASEO DE MARCIA:

Staff Report Item 1.A.

Terry Tatum, Director of Building and Safety, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

Vote to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23176, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 2395 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23177, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 414 SOUTH MONTE VISTA DRIVE;" and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23178, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 1091 SOUTH PASEO DE MARCIA." (Approved) (Recorded at 00:17:04)

Motion to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23176, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 2395 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23177, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 414 SOUTH MONTE VISTA DRIVE;" and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23178, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 1091 SOUTH PASEO DE MARCIA." Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

1.B. ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-13:

Staff Report Item 1.B.

David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

The City Council heard Item 1.C. and 1.D. concurrently as one public hearing.

1.C. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1809, AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING MAP TO DESIGNATE EIGHTEEN CITY-OWNED PROPERTIES AS CIVIC CENTER DISTRICT / CIVIC USES FROM THEIR CURRENT ZONE DESIGNATIONS:

Staff Report Item 1.C.

Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

Motion to approve Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1809, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO CHANGE THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF EIGHTEEN PARCELS FROM VARIOUS CURRENT ZONING DESIGNATIONS TO CIVIC CENTER DISTRICT (CIVIC USES) ZONE, CASE NO. 5.1281 CZ (CHANGE OF ZONE)." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.

Vote to approve Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1809, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO CHANGE THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF EIGHTEEN PARCELS FROM VARIOUS CURRENT ZONING DESIGNATIONS TO CIVIC CENTER DISTRICT (CIVIC USES) ZONE, CASE NO. 5.1281 CZ (CHANGE OF ZONE)." (Approved)

1.D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1808, RENAMING THE CIVIC CENTER DISTRICT ZONE AS THE CIVIC USES ZONE AND AMENDS CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS TO IMPLEMENT THE PURPOSE OF THE ZONE:

Staff Report Item 1.D.

Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

Motion to Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1808, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 92.23.00, 92.23.01, AND 92.23.02 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO AMENDMENTS TO THE CIVIC CENTER DISTRICT ZONE. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.

Vote to Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1808, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 92.23.00, 92.23.01, AND 92.23.02 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO AMENDMENTS TO THE CIVIC CENTER DISTRICT ZONE. (Approved)

Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated she has a property related conflict of interest with respect to Items 1.E. and 1.F., and left Council Chamber.

1.E. DESIGNATION OF THE CASA PALMERAS RESIDENCES, 783 N. INDIAN CANYON, DRIVE AS A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE (HSPB 82):

Staff Report Item 1.E.

Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.

ERIK ROSENOW, Palm Springs, commented on the significance of the site and property and requested the City Council approve the historic designation.

PATRICK McGREW, commented on the significance of the site and property and requested the City Council approve the historic designation.

TOM DELEEUW, commented on the significance of the site and property and requested the City Council approve the historic designation.

No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.

Councilmember Mills commented on Section 3.3 of the proposed resolution regarding the native or desert appropriate landscaping.

Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the property owner support and further clarification with respect to the review of landscaping.

Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 23195, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT CASA PALMERAS RESIDENCES, 783 N. INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 (HSPB 82),"amending Section 3 of the Resolution to include the entire site, property line to property line, in the designation. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.

Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 23195, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT CASA PALMERAS RESIDENCES, 783 N. INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 (HSPB 82),"amending Section 3 of the Resolution to include the entire site, property line to property line, in the designation. (Approved)

1.F. DESIGNATION OF THE KOCHER-SAMSON BUILDING, 766 N. PALM CANYON DRIVE, AS A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE (HSPB 79):

Staff Report Item 1.F.

Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

Councilmember Mills stated his support for historic designation, and requested staff address the staff report regarding land surrounding the building, and stated the entire site is included in the historic designation.

Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 23196, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 766 N. PALM CANYON DRIVE ("KOCHER-SAMSON BUILDING") AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 (HSPB 79),"amending Section 3 of the Resolution to include the entire site, property line to property line, in the designation. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.

Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 23196, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 766 N. PALM CANYON DRIVE ("KOCHER-SAMSON BUILDING") AS A HISTORIC SITE, CLASS 1 (HSPB 79),"amending Section 3 of the Resolution to include the entire site, property line to property line, in the designation. (Approved)

Mayor Pro Tem Foat returned to the dais.

2.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1810, ADDING A PROVISION TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING THE SOLICITATION OF MOTORISTS WITHIN CERTAIN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND ADJACENT TO DRIVEWAYS IN THE CITY:

Staff Report Item 2.E.

2.F. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF MAY 31, 2012:

Staff Report Item 2.F.

2.G. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE RAMON ROAD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE BARISTO CHANNEL (CP 09-10A):

Staff Report Item 2.G.

2.H. CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENT TO THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENT'S (CVAG) ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE:

2.I. AMENDMENT NO. 2 AND RESTATED LEASE AGREEMENT WITH PALM CANYON THEATER, INC. FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 538 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, AT FRANCES STEVENS PARK, FOR THREE YEARS:

Staff Report Item 2.I.

2.J. PROPOSED RESOLUTION RECEIVING A PORTION OF AN AREA DETACHED FROM THE BANNING LIBRARY DISTRICT AND TRANSFERRING IT TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS:

Staff Report Item 2.J.

2.L. PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF SAN DIEGO DBA DESERT SOS IN THE AMOUNT OF $80,000 FOR THE REHABILITATION OF NIGHTENGALE MANOR AS A 10-UNIT PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAM LOCATED AT 2951 DE ANZA ROAD, IN THE CITY’S CAPACITY AS THE SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY IN MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1:

Staff Report Item 2.L.

2.N. AGREEMENT WITH PARSONS BRINKERHOFF FOR "AS-NEEDED" AIRPORT PROJECT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR FIVE YEARS BEGINNING AUGUST 1, 2012:

Staff Report Item 2.N.

2.O. FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA) AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (AIP) 49 GRANT ACCEPTANCE:

Staff Report Item 2.O.

2.P. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT NO. A3613 WITH PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5,397 SQUARE FEET OF LAND FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM:

Staff Report Item 2.P.

2.Q. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6147 WITH CS CONSTRUCTION AND AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5348 WITH REYNOLDS SMITH AND HILL, INC. FOR AIRPORT PERIMETER FENCING (AIP 3-06-0818-048 2011):

Staff Report Item 2.Q.

2.R. AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF NEW BODY ARMOR FOR THE SPECIAL WEAPONS AND TACTICS (SWAT) TEAM:

Staff Report Item 2.R.

2.S. FIND THE BID FROM FISHER SCIENTIFIC IN RESPONSE TO IFB 12-12 FOR SCOTT BRAND SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS NON-RESPONSIVE AND AWARD THE BID TO ALLSTAR FIRE EQUIPMENT INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $218,853.11:

Staff Report Item 2.S.

2.U. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AGREEMENT NO. A4780 WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING FOR THE BELARDO ROAD BRIDGE & ROADWAY WIDENING PROJECT (CP 87-49):

Staff Report Item 2.U.

2.V. AUTHORIZE NEGOTIATIONS WITH RAELCORP AND APPROVE THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A MODULAR BUILDING TO SERVE AS THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS OFFICE AT THE PALM SPRINGS SKATE PARK:

Staff Report Item 2.V.

EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:

2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2012:

Staff Report Item 2.D.

Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the donation of the Old Las Palmas Neighborhood Organization to fund and maintain landscaping of the median.

Motion to approve Receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and Purchase Orders for the period of June 1 through June 30, 2012. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.

Vote to approve Receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and Purchase Orders for the period of June 1 through June 30, 2012. (Approved)

2.K. PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY FROM CHINO CIENEGA FOUNDATION AND STEPHEN C. NICHOLS AND SARAH J. BENSON TRUSTEES OF THE BENSON-NICHOLS TRUST OF 2003, FOR APPROXIMATELY 2.4 ACRES AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF TRAMWAY ROAD AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:

Staff Report Item 2.K.

Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of staff.

2.M. AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5235 WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING FOR THE INDIAN CANYON DRIVE WIDENING (CP 01-25):

Staff Report Item 2.M.

Mayor Pougnet requested the City Engineer provide an update and timeline for the Indian Canyon Drive Widening project.

Motion to approve 1) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. A5235 with Dokken Engineering, in the amount of $19,283 for a total revised contract amount of $970,323 for the Indian Canyon Drive Widening (CP 01-25); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5235. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.

Vote to approve 1) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. A5235 with Dokken Engineering, in the amount of $19,283 for a total revised contract amount of $970,323 for the Indian Canyon Drive Widening (CP 01-25); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5235. (Approved)

2.T. PROPOSED UPGRADE TO THE GRANICUS SYSTEM TO PROVIDE AGENDA MANAGEMENT AND IPAD TECHNOLOGY, MOVING TOWARD A PAPERLESS AGENDA PROCESS ENVIRONMENT:

Staff Report Item 2.T.

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the system upgrade: proposed cost, the potential loss of archived data on the current system, and the problems with the current touch screen equipment.

Motion to 1) Approve a purchase order contract in the amount of $19,850 with Granicus, Inc. for upgrading the Meeting Management System for Agenda Management and iPad Technology; 2) Approve a purchase order contract in the amount of $26,112 ($2,176 monthly) with Granicus, Inc. for managed hardware, Open Platform and Government Transparency and Meeting Efficiency Suites with VoteCast; and 3) Approve the purchase of five 64 GB Apple iPads with Wi-Fi in an amount not to exceed $1,000 each for the members of the City Council. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.

Vote to 1) Approve a purchase order contract in the amount of $19,850 with Granicus, Inc. for upgrading the Meeting Management System for Agenda Management and iPad Technology; 2) Approve a purchase order contract in the amount of $26,112 ($2,176 monthly) with Granicus, Inc. for managed hardware, Open Platform and Government Transparency and Meeting Efficiency Suites with VoteCast; and 3) Approve the purchase of five 64 GB Apple iPads with Wi-Fi in an amount not to exceed $1,000 each for the members of the City Council. (Approved)

2.W. REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT RELATED TO SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT NO. 33162 WITH WESSMAN HOLDINGS LLC:

Staff Report Item 2.W.

Councilmember Mills stated he is not in agreement with the contract, and requested the City Council table the item to the next meeting for staff to review the policy and history of such agreements.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat noted her support for Councilmember Mill's comments and recommended staff review all stalled projects and proposed several questions on the bonds, lack of details on a project, the release of bonds, and requested the City Council delay action on the item.

Mayor Pougnet requested the City Attorney address if a similar request and agreement was approved for the Monte Sereno project.

Councilmember Hutcheson stated his support for calling the bonds to provide public improvements and requested the City Council move forward with the agreement.

Councilmember Mills noted all projects with public improvements have performance bonds, requested staff address the status of the CUP, and the nature of the public and private improvements that are required by the bonds.

Councilmember Lewin requested the City Attorney comment on the transfer of bonds as part of the recorded map, stated the site is substantially distributed, and stated the public good is to call the bonds.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the timeline if the City were to enter into the agreement, commented on the lack of timing for improvements, and the lack of project.

Motion to 1) Delay the vote and continue the Item; 2) Direct staff to review the policy and the history; and 3) Direct staff to further review so that the City receives a benefit such as public streets and improvements, and timing for the completion of the public improvements. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to 1) Delay the vote and continue the Item; 2) Direct staff to review the policy and the history; and 3) Direct staff to further review so that the City receives a benefit such as public streets and improvements, and timing for the completion of the public improvements. (Declined)

Further discussion was held on the timeline, the process to get the project moving, and the merits of calling the bonds.

Councilmember Mills stated to get the project moving is not to call bonds.

Motion to approve 1) Approve the Reimbursement Agreement for subdivision improvements with Wessman Holdings LLC in a form and content approved by the City Attorney; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6258. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.

Vote to approve 1) Approve the Reimbursement Agreement for subdivision improvements with Wessman Holdings LLC in a form and content approved by the City Attorney; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6258. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:11:18)

3. LEGISLATIVE:

3.A. INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING UNPERMITTED COLLECTIVES AND COOPERATIVES TO DISCLOSE THEIR UNPERMITTED STATUS TO THE PUBLIC AND PROVIDES ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE ENFORCEMENT OPTIONS TO THE CITY IN ADDRESSING VIOLATIONS OF THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY ORDINANCE, INCLUDING POSTING OF PROPERTY, ISSUANCE OF ABATEMENT ORDERS, AND THE RECORDATION OF LIENS, AND ADOPTION OF AN URGENCY ORDINANCE REQUIRING UNPERMITTED COLLECTIVES AND COOPERATIVES TO DISCLOSE THEIR UNPERMITTED STATUS TO THE PUBLIC AND PROVIDES ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE ENFORCEMENT OPTIONS TO THE CITY IN ADDRESSING VIOLATIONS OF THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY ORDINANCE, INCLUDING POSTING OF PROPERTY, ISSUANCE OF ABATEMENT ORDERS, AND THE RECORDATION OF LIENS:

Staff Report Item 3.A.

City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Councilmember Lewin commented on the intent of the ordinance to bring some clarity and safety to the public.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the history and the development of the current regulations, and stated her support of the proposed ordinances.

Councilmember Lewin commented on the proposed State legislation and the requirements for one dispensary for every 50,000 residents.

Motion to approve 1) Initiate, waive the reading of the full text of the ordinance, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1811, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3.52.030 AND SUBSECTIONS K AND L OF SECTION 93.23.15 OF, AND ADDING SUBSECTION K TO SECTION 93.23.15 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO ENFORCEMENT OF THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY ORDINANCE;" and 2) Waive reading of the full text of the ordinance, and adopt Ordinance No. 1812, "AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3.52.030 AND SUBSECTIONS K AND L OF SECTION 93.23.15 OF, AND ADDING SUBSECTION K TO SECTION 93.23.15 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO ENFORCEMENT OF THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY ORDINANCE." Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.

Vote to approve 1) Initiate, waive the reading of the full text of the ordinance, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1811, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3.52.030 AND SUBSECTIONS K AND L OF SECTION 93.23.15 OF, AND ADDING SUBSECTION K TO SECTION 93.23.15 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO ENFORCEMENT OF THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY ORDINANCE;" and 2) Waive reading of the full text of the ordinance, and adopt Ordinance No. 1812, "AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3.52.030 AND SUBSECTIONS K AND L OF SECTION 93.23.15 OF, AND ADDING SUBSECTION K TO SECTION 93.23.15 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO ENFORCEMENT OF THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY ORDINANCE." (Approved) (Recorded at 02:18:41)

3.B. INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE ALLOWING THE REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING BILLBOARDS ALONG THE INTERSTATE 10 CORRIDOR WITH NEW DIGITAL BILLBOARDS SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CRITERIA:

Staff Report Item 3.B.

City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the proposed ordinance: the number of billboard for replacement, safety for drivers, timing cycle for digital messages, public benefit to the City as part of the process, regulations of the County and other Cities and the Tribal regulations, brightness and ratio, community standards for the cycle of changing messages, animated display, delay introduction of the ordinance for further enhancements and detail.

Motion to 1) Delay the introduction of the ordinance; and 2) Direct staff to review and make further enhancements and further technical refinements to the proposed ordinance. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.

Vote to 1) Delay the introduction of the ordinance; and 2) Direct staff to review and make further enhancements and further technical refinements to the proposed ordinance. (Approved)

4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

4.A. PROGRESS REPORT AND UPDATE FROM THE CITY COUNCIL DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE:

Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills provided a verbal progress report on the Downtown Revitalization Project.

No action taken.

4.B. AMENDMENT AND TRANSMITTAL OF RECOGNIZED OBLIGATIONS PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS) PURSUANT TO SECTION 34169(G)(1) OF CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE:

Staff Report Item 4.B.

John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012, stated the ROPS is not completed and requested the City Council amend the Resolution directing staff to prepare the ROPS.

Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 23211, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION AND TRANSMITTAL OF A RECOGNIZED OBLIGATIONS PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS) PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 34169(g)(1)," amending Section 2 of the Resolution directing the preparation of the Recognized Obligations Payment Schedule. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.

Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 23211, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION AND TRANSMITTAL OF A RECOGNIZED OBLIGATIONS PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS) PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 34169(g)(1)," amending Section 2 of the Resolution directing the preparation of the Recognized Obligations Payment Schedule. (Approved)

5. NEW BUSINESS:

5.A. APPOINTMENT OF A CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE FOR THE PURPOSE OF REVIEWING THE VILLAGEFEST PROGRAMS:

Motion to Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin to an ad hoc City Council Subcommittee to review the Villagefest programs. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.

Vote to Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin to an ad hoc City Council Subcommittee to review the Villagefest programs. (Approved)

5.B. AGREEMENT WITH DISABILITY ACCESS CONSULTANTS, INC. TO PROVIDE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) CONSULTING SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $161,500:

Staff Report Item 5.B.

Lee Bonno, Director of Neighborhood and Community Relations, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Motion to approve 1) Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Disability Access Consultants, Inc., in an amount not-to-exceed $161,500 for a full compliance evaluation survey of City-owned facilities, parks, parking lots, signalized intersections and sidewalks and to develop both a Self Evaluation and a Transition Plan; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to sign and execute the appropriate documents. A6259. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat.

Vote to approve 1) Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Disability Access Consultants, Inc., in an amount not-to-exceed $161,500 for a full compliance evaluation survey of City-owned facilities, parks, parking lots, signalized intersections and sidewalks and to develop both a Self Evaluation and a Transition Plan; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to sign and execute the appropriate documents. A6259. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:37:13)

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:

Councilmember Mills requested staff review the replacement of the century plant material on the Gene Autry median to replace spent plants, along Vista Chino weeds growing between curb and sidewalk, review grant or other funding to improve Vista Chino the 5 feet of property between the public and private property near Gene Autry, and commented on Item 2.W. and requested staff review the City policy for performance bonds.

Councilmember Lewin requested staff address the dying palm tree at the Port Lawrence project site.

Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff review the poorly maintained property occupied by Party Lab.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat thanked City staff for the power washing of public areas in the Uptown area of Palm Springs, and commented on Roy's Desert Resource Center.

Mayor Pougnet thanked City staff for the update on Code Enforcement activities, commented on the Shelter from the Storm programs and the need for volunteers, commented on the preparation of a traffic study for Downtown and Uptown, and commented on dead palm trees.

ADJOURNMENT:

Jul 11, 2012 City Council Meeting

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CALL TO ORDER:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

INVOCATION:

Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.

PRESENTATIONS:

REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:

ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:

City Clerk Thompson stated staff has requested Item 2.K. be withdrawn from the Agenda.

Councilmember Hutcheson requested Item 2.D. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.

Councilmember Mills noted his business related abstention on Item 2.C., Warrant No. 1057082, and requested Items 2.T. and 2.W. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat noted her business related abstention on Item 2.C., Warrant No. 1056618.

Mayor Pougnet requested Consent Calendar Item 2.M. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.

Motion to Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)

1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

1.A. FILING OF NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIENS FOR THREE PUBLIC NUISANCES LOCATED AT 2395 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, 414 SOUTH MONTE VISTA DRIVE, AND 1091 SOUTH PASEO DE MARCIA:

Staff Report Item 1.A.

Terry Tatum, Director of Building and Safety, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

1.B. ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-13:

Staff Report Item 1.B.

David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

The City Council heard Item 1.C. and 1.D. concurrently as one public hearing.

1.C. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1809, AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING MAP TO DESIGNATE EIGHTEEN CITY-OWNED PROPERTIES AS CIVIC CENTER DISTRICT / CIVIC USES FROM THEIR CURRENT ZONE DESIGNATIONS:

Staff Report Item 1.C.

Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

1.D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1808, RENAMING THE CIVIC CENTER DISTRICT ZONE AS THE CIVIC USES ZONE AND AMENDS CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS TO IMPLEMENT THE PURPOSE OF THE ZONE:

Staff Report Item 1.D.

Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated she has a property related conflict of interest with respect to Items 1.E. and 1.F., and left Council Chamber.

1.E. DESIGNATION OF THE CASA PALMERAS RESIDENCES, 783 N. INDIAN CANYON, DRIVE AS A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE (HSPB 82):

Staff Report Item 1.E.

Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.

ERIK ROSENOW, Palm Springs, commented on the significance of the site and property and requested the City Council approve the historic designation.

PATRICK McGREW, commented on the significance of the site and property and requested the City Council approve the historic designation.

TOM DELEEUW, commented on the significance of the site and property and requested the City Council approve the historic designation.

No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.

Councilmember Mills commented on Section 3.3 of the proposed resolution regarding the native or desert appropriate landscaping.

Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the property owner support and further clarification with respect to the review of landscaping.

1.F. DESIGNATION OF THE KOCHER-SAMSON BUILDING, 766 N. PALM CANYON DRIVE, AS A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE (HSPB 79):

Staff Report Item 1.F.

Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat returned to the dais.

1.G. RACQUET CLUB ROAD SEWER CONSTRUCTION REFUND AGREEMENT:

Staff Report Item 1.G.

David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.

WES OLIPHANT, requested the City Council support the reimbursement agreement.

CHRISTINA MINERVINI, Palm Springs, requested the City Council defer action for 30-days.

Councilmember Lewin requested the City Attorney clarify the notice and the mailing date of the notice.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated the proposed agreement is far more equitable than the previous agreement and thanked staff for reviewing.

PUBLIC COMMENT:

HOBERT WEHIR, Palm Springs, commented on the Federal arms control regulations.

BRIAN DAMSON, Palm Springs, commented on medical cannabis and a medical cannabis permit for Safe Access.

WAYNE WEISBERGER, commented on medical cannabis and requested the City Council defer action to continue to allow the collectives to remain operating.

JENNIFER LUGO, commented on Item 3.A. and requested the City Council not approve the amendments to the medical cannabis regulations and for the City to work with the collectives.

ROBERT ANZOVINO, Palm Springs, commented on problems with City staff regarding his complaints with his litigation against the City.

DENNIS CUNNINGHAM, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.W. and the agreement pertaining to the performance bonds.

DAVID BARON, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.W. and the agreement pertaining to the performance bonds.

PHYLLIS BURGESS, Palm Springs, commented on sustainability programs and socialism.

BARBARA MARSHALL, commented on damage done by fire at historic properties by vagrants.

NANCY STATHAM, commented on Item 3.A. medical cannabis regulations and the limitation of three dispensaries in the City.

RENO FONTANA, Palm Springs, commented on donations to the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, and requested the City Council add a discussion of event houses on the September 5, 2012, City Council agenda.

BILL HOUCK, Palm Desert, commented on the completion of the Highway 111 Beautification Agreement and the removal of billboards.

STEVEN COOLEY, Palm Springs, commented on Item 3.A. regarding medical cannabis laws, and requested the City Council defer any action until the State addresses changes.

FRANK TYSEN, commented on Item 3.B. outdoor advertising displays, and requested the City Council eliminate outdoor advertising along the Interstate 10 corridor.

EMILY HEMPHILL, commented on Item 2.W. and requested the City Council approve the subdivision reimbursement agreement.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:

Mayor Pougnet commented on the process and discussion with respect to outdoor advertising.

CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:

City Manager Ready provided an update on recent code enforcement activities and the upcoming street overlay program.

2. CONSENT CALENDAR:

Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.L., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., 2.Q., 2.R., 2.S., 2.U., and 2.V. (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.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1810, ADDING A PROVISION TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING THE SOLICITATION OF MOTORISTS WITHIN CERTAIN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND ADJACENT TO DRIVEWAYS IN THE CITY:

Staff Report Item 2.E.

2.F. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF MAY 31, 2012:

Staff Report Item 2.F.

2.G. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE RAMON ROAD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE BARISTO CHANNEL (CP 09-10A):

Staff Report Item 2.G.

2.H. CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENT TO THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENT'S (CVAG) ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE:

2.I. AMENDMENT NO. 2 AND RESTATED LEASE AGREEMENT WITH PALM CANYON THEATER, INC. FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 538 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, AT FRANCES STEVENS PARK, FOR THREE YEARS:

Staff Report Item 2.I.

2.J. PROPOSED RESOLUTION RECEIVING A PORTION OF AN AREA DETACHED FROM THE BANNING LIBRARY DISTRICT AND TRANSFERRING IT TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS:

Staff Report Item 2.J.

2.L. PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF SAN DIEGO DBA DESERT SOS IN THE AMOUNT OF $80,000 FOR THE REHABILITATION OF NIGHTENGALE MANOR AS A 10-UNIT PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAM LOCATED AT 2951 DE ANZA ROAD, IN THE CITY’S CAPACITY AS THE SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY IN MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 1:

Staff Report Item 2.L.

2.N. AGREEMENT WITH PARSONS BRINKERHOFF FOR "AS-NEEDED" AIRPORT PROJECT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR FIVE YEARS BEGINNING AUGUST 1, 2012:

Staff Report Item 2.N.

2.O. FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA) AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (AIP) 49 GRANT ACCEPTANCE:

Staff Report Item 2.O.

2.P. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT NO. A3613 WITH PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM FOR AN ADDITIONAL 5,397 SQUARE FEET OF LAND FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM:

Staff Report Item 2.P.

2.Q. CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6147 WITH CS CONSTRUCTION AND AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5348 WITH REYNOLDS SMITH AND HILL, INC. FOR AIRPORT PERIMETER FENCING (AIP 3-06-0818-048 2011):

Staff Report Item 2.Q.

2.R. AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF NEW BODY ARMOR FOR THE SPECIAL WEAPONS AND TACTICS (SWAT) TEAM:

Staff Report Item 2.R.

2.S. FIND THE BID FROM FISHER SCIENTIFIC IN RESPONSE TO IFB 12-12 FOR SCOTT BRAND SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS NON-RESPONSIVE AND AWARD THE BID TO ALLSTAR FIRE EQUIPMENT INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $218,853.11:

Staff Report Item 2.S.

2.U. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AGREEMENT NO. A4780 WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING FOR THE BELARDO ROAD BRIDGE & ROADWAY WIDENING PROJECT (CP 87-49):

Staff Report Item 2.U.

2.V. AUTHORIZE NEGOTIATIONS WITH RAELCORP AND APPROVE THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A MODULAR BUILDING TO SERVE AS THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS OFFICE AT THE PALM SPRINGS SKATE PARK:

Staff Report Item 2.V.

EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:

2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2012:

Staff Report Item 2.D.

Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the donation of the Old Las Palmas Neighborhood Organization to fund and maintain landscaping of the median.

Vote to approve Receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and Purchase Orders for the period of June 1 through June 30, 2012. (Approved)

2.K. PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY FROM CHINO CIENEGA FOUNDATION AND STEPHEN C. NICHOLS AND SARAH J. BENSON TRUSTEES OF THE BENSON-NICHOLS TRUST OF 2003, FOR APPROXIMATELY 2.4 ACRES AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF TRAMWAY ROAD AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:

Staff Report Item 2.K.

Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of staff.

2.M. AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5235 WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING FOR THE INDIAN CANYON DRIVE WIDENING (CP 01-25):

Staff Report Item 2.M.

Mayor Pougnet requested the City Engineer provide an update and timeline for the Indian Canyon Drive Widening project.

2.T. PROPOSED UPGRADE TO THE GRANICUS SYSTEM TO PROVIDE AGENDA MANAGEMENT AND IPAD TECHNOLOGY, MOVING TOWARD A PAPERLESS AGENDA PROCESS ENVIRONMENT:

Staff Report Item 2.T.

2.W. REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT RELATED TO SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT NO. 33162 WITH WESSMAN HOLDINGS LLC:

Staff Report Item 2.W.

Councilmember Mills stated he is not in agreement with the contract, and requested the City Council table the item to the next meeting for staff to review the policy and history of such agreements.

Mayor Pougnet requested the City Attorney address if a similar request and agreement was approved for the Monte Sereno project.

Councilmember Hutcheson stated his support for calling the bonds to provide public improvements and requested the City Council move forward with the agreement.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the timeline if the City were to enter into the agreement, commented on the lack of timing for improvements, and the lack of project.

Further discussion was held on the timeline, the process to get the project moving, and the merits of calling the bonds.

Councilmember Mills stated to get the project moving is not to call bonds.

3. LEGISLATIVE:

3.A. INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING UNPERMITTED COLLECTIVES AND COOPERATIVES TO DISCLOSE THEIR UNPERMITTED STATUS TO THE PUBLIC AND PROVIDES ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE ENFORCEMENT OPTIONS TO THE CITY IN ADDRESSING VIOLATIONS OF THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY ORDINANCE, INCLUDING POSTING OF PROPERTY, ISSUANCE OF ABATEMENT ORDERS, AND THE RECORDATION OF LIENS, AND ADOPTION OF AN URGENCY ORDINANCE REQUIRING UNPERMITTED COLLECTIVES AND COOPERATIVES TO DISCLOSE THEIR UNPERMITTED STATUS TO THE PUBLIC AND PROVIDES ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE ENFORCEMENT OPTIONS TO THE CITY IN ADDRESSING VIOLATIONS OF THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY ORDINANCE, INCLUDING POSTING OF PROPERTY, ISSUANCE OF ABATEMENT ORDERS, AND THE RECORDATION OF LIENS:

Staff Report Item 3.A.

City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Councilmember Lewin commented on the intent of the ordinance to bring some clarity and safety to the public.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the history and the development of the current regulations, and stated her support of the proposed ordinances.

Councilmember Lewin commented on the proposed State legislation and the requirements for one dispensary for every 50,000 residents.

3.B. INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE ALLOWING THE REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING BILLBOARDS ALONG THE INTERSTATE 10 CORRIDOR WITH NEW DIGITAL BILLBOARDS SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CRITERIA:

Staff Report Item 3.B.

City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

Vote to 1) Delay the introduction of the ordinance; and 2) Direct staff to review and make further enhancements and further technical refinements to the proposed ordinance. (Approved)

4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

4.A. PROGRESS REPORT AND UPDATE FROM THE CITY COUNCIL DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE:

Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills provided a verbal progress report on the Downtown Revitalization Project.

No action taken.

4.B. AMENDMENT AND TRANSMITTAL OF RECOGNIZED OBLIGATIONS PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS) PURSUANT TO SECTION 34169(G)(1) OF CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE:

Staff Report Item 4.B.

5. NEW BUSINESS:

5.A. APPOINTMENT OF A CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE FOR THE PURPOSE OF REVIEWING THE VILLAGEFEST PROGRAMS:

Vote to Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin to an ad hoc City Council Subcommittee to review the Villagefest programs. (Approved)

5.B. AGREEMENT WITH DISABILITY ACCESS CONSULTANTS, INC. TO PROVIDE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) CONSULTING SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $161,500:

Staff Report Item 5.B.

Lee Bonno, Director of Neighborhood and Community Relations, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 11, 2012.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:

Councilmember Lewin requested staff address the dying palm tree at the Port Lawrence project site.

Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff review the poorly maintained property occupied by Party Lab.

Mayor Pro Tem Foat thanked City staff for the power washing of public areas in the Uptown area of Palm Springs, and commented on Roy's Desert Resource Center.

Jul 11, 2012 City Council Meeting

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