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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 4 members Present, 1 members Absent, 0 members Excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council consider adding an item to the Agenda titled APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SKATE PARK OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT FACILITY EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Motion to 1) Find the Item came to the attention of the City after the posting of the Agenda and there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action on the item; and 2) Add to the Agenda as Consent Calendar Item 2.F. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SKATE PARK OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT FACILITY EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to 1) Find the Item came to the attention of the City after the posting of the Agenda and there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action on the item; and 2) Add to the Agenda as Consent Calendar Item 2.F. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SKATE PARK OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT FACILITY EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. (Approved)
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION BY DONALD SKEOCH TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A LIGHTED TENNIS COURT AT THE ESTANCIAS DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 3182 LAS BRISAS WAY (CASE 5.1285 CUP):
Item 1A Staff Report
Item 1A Documents from Appellant
Item 1A Letters of Opposition
Motion to approve 1) Take no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to Wednesday, May 15, 2013; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing pursuant to law. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Take no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to Wednesday, May 15, 2013; and
Councilmember Hutcheson stated he has a property ownership conflict of interest with respect to Item 1.B., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
1.B. CRAIG WIRELESS APPROVAL TO INSTALL AND OPERATE COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS EXTENDING ELEVEN FEET ABOVE THE ROOF SURFACE OF AN EXISTING OFFICE BUILDING LOCATED AT 1330 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.1292 CUP):
Item 1B Staff Report
Item 1B Part 1 Oversized Documents
Item 1B Part 2 Oversized Documents
Edward Robertson, Principal Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 20, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
STEVEN ROSENBERG, commented on the services provided by Craig Wireless.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address any concerns from the surrounding neighborhood.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23318, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO INSTALL AND OPERATE A WIRELESS COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY ON THE ROOF OF AN EXISTING OFFICE BUILDING LOCATED AT 1330 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.1292).” Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23318, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, A
Councilmember Hutcheson returned to the dais.
1.C. 39TH PROGRAM YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 2013-14 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND CDBG BUDGET APPROVAL, AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT GRANT NO. B-13-MC-06-0561 IN THE AMOUNT OF $311,205 AND APPROVING SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS:
Item 1C Staff Report
Dale Cook, Community Development Administrator, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 20, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on the funding of Downtown Revitalization.
RICHARD SMITH, provided information on the services provided by the Independent Living Partnership, TRIP Volunteer Driver Program.
BRANDE ORR, commented on the services provided by Desert AIDS Project, and the proposed funding for the Energy-Efficiency Upgrades.
JACK NEWBY, provided information and services offered by the Mizell Senior Center, and the proposed Energy-Efficiency Roof Upgrades.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the reduced funding for the CDBG process.
Councilmember Lewin stated he has a conflict of interest with respect to the Arnico Tract Sewer Improvement Project, would not participate in the discussion or the vote for the specific project, and left Council Chamber.
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with the City of Palm Springs Department of Public Works and Engineering Arnico Tract Sewer Improvements in the amount of $159,083. A6337. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with the City of Palm Springs Department of Public Works and Engineering Arnico Tract Sewer Improvements in the amount of $159,083. A6337. (Approved)
Councilmember Lewin returned to the dais.
Councilmember Foat stated she had a business position conflict of interest with respect to the Mizell Senior Center Upgrade Project, would not participate in the discussion or the vote for the specific project, and left Council Chamber.
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Mizell Senior Center for Energy-Efficiency Roof Upgrades in the amount of $23,200. A6339. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Mizell Senior Center for Energy-Efficiency Roof Upgrades in the amount of $23,200. A6339. (Approved)
Councilmember Foat returned to the dais.
Councilmember Foat requested staff provide additional information regarding the Independent Living Partnership TRIP Volunteer Driver Program.
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Desert AIDS Project Energy-Efficiency Upgrades in the amount of $90,000. A6338. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Desert AIDS Project Energy-Efficiency Upgrades in the amount of $90,000. A6338. (Approved)
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Independent Living Partnership TRIP Volunteer Driver Program in the amount of $15,000. A6340. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Independent Living Partnership TRIP Volunteer Driver Program in the amount of $15,000. A6340. (Approved)
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Fair Housing Council of Riverside
Fair Housing Services in the amount of $15,000. A6341. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Fair Housing Council of Riverside
Fair Housing Services in the amount of $15,000. A6341. (Approved)
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement AIDS Assistance Program Food Voucher Program in the amount of $16,681. A6342. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement AIDS Assistance Program Food Voucher Program in the amount of $16,681. A6342. (Approved)
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 23319, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2013-14 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK (CDBG) GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, APPROVING THE CDBG GRANT BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF THE PLAN AND BUDGET TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD), AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE APPROVAL/AGREEMENT WITH HUD (GRANT NO. B-12-MC-06-0561) IN THE AMOUNT OF $311,205 AND THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS." A5814. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 23319, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2013-14 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK (CDBG) GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, APPROVING THE CDBG GRANT BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF THE PLAN AND BUDGET TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD), AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE APPROVAL/AGREEMENT WITH HUD (GRANT NO. B-12-MC-06-0561) IN THE AMOUNT OF $311,205 AND THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS." A5814. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
FRANCES CHAFE, commented on the budget for the upcoming Parks and Recreation programming budget, and funding for the Palm Springs Warriors football program.
MARCUS BANNERMAN, commented on Item 4.A., regarding the Citywide Energy Management Project, spoke in favor of the report, and suggested the City Council consider updating the report prior to approval.
GEORGE ZANDER, Palm Springs, announced the upcoming activities for Equality California.
VIC SPADACCINI, Palm Springs, commented on the recent Palm Springs Pentathlon, and thanked the City Council for the outstanding facilities at Sunrise Park.
STEVEN QUINONEZ, commented on the recent closure of the Palm Springs Boxing Club.
RODNEY TETHAL, commented on the budget for the upcoming Parks and Recreation programming budget, and funding for the Palm Springs Warriors Football program.
CAROL NELSON, Palm Springs, commented on chemicals used for sand retention.
SID CRAIG, announced the upcoming Meet the Chief event at VillageFest.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Lewin commented on the approval of the Independent Living Partnership TRIP Program, and requested staff address the use of chemicals at the Dog Park.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., and 2.F. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., and 2.F. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2013:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. APPROVE AN ADVERTISING CONTRACT WITH THE DESERT SUN FOR DISPLAY AND LEGAL ADVERTISING FROM APRIL 1, 2013 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2014:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. APPOINTMENT TO THE PERSONNEL BOARD:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. ADDED ITEM APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SKATE PARK OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT FACILITY EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT:
Item 2F Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. CITYWIDE ENERGY MANAGEMENT PROJECT:
Item 4A Staff Report Part 1
Item 4A Staff Report Part 2
City Manager Ready and David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 20, 2013.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the overall savings as stated by the Third Party Peer Review report, and commented on the current status of the City co-gen plant.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the updating of the report, requested staff address the scope of Downtown and Uptown lighting, and commented on the proposal to decommission the Sunrise co-gen plant.
Councilmember Lewin stated the City Council looked at all options regarding the Sunrise co-gen plant.
ACTION:
1) Concur with the Third Party's review findings; 2) Concur with the financing payback proposal from Green Campus Partners and direct staff to bring back financing documents; and 3) Direct staff to bring forward the Energy Services Contract for Council consideration at the required public hearing.
By consensus of the City Council, noting the absence of Councilmember Mills.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on the recent passing of HSPB member Patrick McGrew.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mar 20, 2013 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 4 members Present, 1 members Absent, 0 members Excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council consider adding an item to the Agenda titled APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SKATE PARK OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT FACILITY EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Motion to 1) Find the Item came to the attention of the City after the posting of the Agenda and there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action on the item; and 2) Add to the Agenda as Consent Calendar Item 2.F. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SKATE PARK OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT FACILITY EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to 1) Find the Item came to the attention of the City after the posting of the Agenda and there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action on the item; and 2) Add to the Agenda as Consent Calendar Item 2.F. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SKATE PARK OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT FACILITY EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. (Approved)
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION BY DONALD SKEOCH TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A LIGHTED TENNIS COURT AT THE ESTANCIAS DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 3182 LAS BRISAS WAY (CASE 5.1285 CUP):
Item 1A Staff Report
Item 1A Documents from Appellant
Item 1A Letters of Opposition
Motion to approve 1) Take no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to Wednesday, May 15, 2013; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing pursuant to law. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Take no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to Wednesday, May 15, 2013; and
Councilmember Hutcheson stated he has a property ownership conflict of interest with respect to Item 1.B., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
1.B. CRAIG WIRELESS APPROVAL TO INSTALL AND OPERATE COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS EXTENDING ELEVEN FEET ABOVE THE ROOF SURFACE OF AN EXISTING OFFICE BUILDING LOCATED AT 1330 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.1292 CUP):
Item 1B Staff Report
Item 1B Part 1 Oversized Documents
Item 1B Part 2 Oversized Documents
Edward Robertson, Principal Planner, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 20, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
STEVEN ROSENBERG, commented on the services provided by Craig Wireless.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address any concerns from the surrounding neighborhood.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23318, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO INSTALL AND OPERATE A WIRELESS COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY ON THE ROOF OF AN EXISTING OFFICE BUILDING LOCATED AT 1330 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.1292).” Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23318, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, A
Councilmember Hutcheson returned to the dais.
1.C. 39TH PROGRAM YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 2013-14 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND CDBG BUDGET APPROVAL, AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT GRANT NO. B-13-MC-06-0561 IN THE AMOUNT OF $311,205 AND APPROVING SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS:
Item 1C Staff Report
Dale Cook, Community Development Administrator, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 20, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on the funding of Downtown Revitalization.
RICHARD SMITH, provided information on the services provided by the Independent Living Partnership, TRIP Volunteer Driver Program.
BRANDE ORR, commented on the services provided by Desert AIDS Project, and the proposed funding for the Energy-Efficiency Upgrades.
JACK NEWBY, provided information and services offered by the Mizell Senior Center, and the proposed Energy-Efficiency Roof Upgrades.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the reduced funding for the CDBG process.
Councilmember Lewin stated he has a conflict of interest with respect to the Arnico Tract Sewer Improvement Project, would not participate in the discussion or the vote for the specific project, and left Council Chamber.
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with the City of Palm Springs Department of Public Works and Engineering Arnico Tract Sewer Improvements in the amount of $159,083. A6337. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with the City of Palm Springs Department of Public Works and Engineering Arnico Tract Sewer Improvements in the amount of $159,083. A6337. (Approved)
Councilmember Lewin returned to the dais.
Councilmember Foat stated she had a business position conflict of interest with respect to the Mizell Senior Center Upgrade Project, would not participate in the discussion or the vote for the specific project, and left Council Chamber.
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Mizell Senior Center for Energy-Efficiency Roof Upgrades in the amount of $23,200. A6339. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Mizell Senior Center for Energy-Efficiency Roof Upgrades in the amount of $23,200. A6339. (Approved)
Councilmember Foat returned to the dais.
Councilmember Foat requested staff provide additional information regarding the Independent Living Partnership TRIP Volunteer Driver Program.
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Desert AIDS Project Energy-Efficiency Upgrades in the amount of $90,000. A6338. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Desert AIDS Project Energy-Efficiency Upgrades in the amount of $90,000. A6338. (Approved)
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Independent Living Partnership TRIP Volunteer Driver Program in the amount of $15,000. A6340. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Independent Living Partnership TRIP Volunteer Driver Program in the amount of $15,000. A6340. (Approved)
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Fair Housing Council of Riverside
Fair Housing Services in the amount of $15,000. A6341. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement with Fair Housing Council of Riverside
Fair Housing Services in the amount of $15,000. A6341. (Approved)
Motion to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement AIDS Assistance Program Food Voucher Program in the amount of $16,681. A6342. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to Approve a Subrecipient Agreement AIDS Assistance Program Food Voucher Program in the amount of $16,681. A6342. (Approved)
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 23319, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2013-14 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK (CDBG) GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, APPROVING THE CDBG GRANT BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF THE PLAN AND BUDGET TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD), AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE APPROVAL/AGREEMENT WITH HUD (GRANT NO. B-12-MC-06-0561) IN THE AMOUNT OF $311,205 AND THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS." A5814. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to Adopt Resolution No. 23319, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2013-14 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK (CDBG) GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, APPROVING THE CDBG GRANT BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF THE PLAN AND BUDGET TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD), AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE APPROVAL/AGREEMENT WITH HUD (GRANT NO. B-12-MC-06-0561) IN THE AMOUNT OF $311,205 AND THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS." A5814. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
FRANCES CHAFE, commented on the budget for the upcoming Parks and Recreation programming budget, and funding for the Palm Springs Warriors football program.
MARCUS BANNERMAN, commented on Item 4.A., regarding the Citywide Energy Management Project, spoke in favor of the report, and suggested the City Council consider updating the report prior to approval.
GEORGE ZANDER, Palm Springs, announced the upcoming activities for Equality California.
VIC SPADACCINI, Palm Springs, commented on the recent Palm Springs Pentathlon, and thanked the City Council for the outstanding facilities at Sunrise Park.
STEVEN QUINONEZ, commented on the recent closure of the Palm Springs Boxing Club.
RODNEY TETHAL, commented on the budget for the upcoming Parks and Recreation programming budget, and funding for the Palm Springs Warriors Football program.
CAROL NELSON, Palm Springs, commented on chemicals used for sand retention.
SID CRAIG, announced the upcoming Meet the Chief event at VillageFest.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Lewin commented on the approval of the Independent Living Partnership TRIP Program, and requested staff address the use of chemicals at the Dog Park.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., and 2.F. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., and 2.F. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2013:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. APPROVE AN ADVERTISING CONTRACT WITH THE DESERT SUN FOR DISPLAY AND LEGAL ADVERTISING FROM APRIL 1, 2013 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2014:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. APPOINTMENT TO THE PERSONNEL BOARD:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. ADDED ITEM APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SKATE PARK OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT FACILITY EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT:
Item 2F Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
3. LEGISLATIVE:
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. CITYWIDE ENERGY MANAGEMENT PROJECT:
Item 4A Staff Report Part 1
Item 4A Staff Report Part 2
City Manager Ready and David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated March 20, 2013.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the overall savings as stated by the Third Party Peer Review report, and commented on the current status of the City co-gen plant.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the updating of the report, requested staff address the scope of Downtown and Uptown lighting, and commented on the proposal to decommission the Sunrise co-gen plant.
Councilmember Lewin stated the City Council looked at all options regarding the Sunrise co-gen plant.
ACTION:
1) Concur with the Third Party's review findings; 2) Concur with the financing payback proposal from Green Campus Partners and direct staff to bring back financing documents; and 3) Direct staff to bring forward the Energy Services Contract for Council consideration at the required public hearing.
By consensus of the City Council, noting the absence of Councilmember Mills.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on the recent passing of HSPB member Patrick McGrew.
ADJOURNMENT:
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