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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 5 members Present, 0 members Absent, 0 members Excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Lewin requested Item 2.F. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PLACEMENT OF DELINQUENT WASTE DISPOSAL CHARGES ON THE COUNTY TAX ROLLS AS A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT:
Item 1A Staff Report
David Barakian, Director of Public Works, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
AYAD GHARGHOUCY, Palm Springs, stated he was a co-owner on a property on the delinquent list and he has not owned the property for over five years.
No further speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23339, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING CERTAIN WASTE DISPOSAL ACCOUNTS TO BE DELINQUENT AND DIRECTING THE PLACEMENT OF THESE ACCOUNTS ON THE COUNTY PROPERTY TAX ROLLS FOR COLLECTION.” Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23339, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, D
1.B. 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 1B Staff Report
Motion to approve Take no public testimony at this time and direct staff to re-notice the public hearing. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Take no public testimony at this time and direct staff to re-notice the public hearing.
1.C. GRANT A 15-YEAR EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE AND FOR THE COLLECTION OF RECYCLABLE MATERIAL:
Item 1C Staff Report
Motion to approve 1) Take no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to July 3, 2013; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing pursuant to law. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Take no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to July 3, 2013; and 3) Direct
1.D. CITY COUNCIL AND ACTING AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY FOR THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 BUDGET, ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN, APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT, AND FUND BALANCE DESIGNATION POLICY:
Item 1D Staff Report (Pages 1 to 30)
Item 1D Part 2 (Pages 31 to 52)
Item 1D Part 3 (Pages 53 to 76)
Item 1D Part 4 (Pages 77 to 109)
City Manager Ready and Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested staff address the budget for holiday lights and banner replacement.
Councilmember Foat commented on public notification and advertising during the Downtown revitalization, including safety measures and signs.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated the Measure J Oversight Commission has been discussing notification and communication during the revitalization project.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the holiday light budget and requested the ad hoc City Council subcommittee comment.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the replacement of holiday lights.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the recommended position changes.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested staff address the elimination of the RDA, the elimination of the Downtown Administrator, and stated he is not supportive of the elimination of the Downtown Administrator.
The City Council discussed the merits of retaining the Downtown Administrator during the Downtown Revitalization Project.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the personnel changes, and requested the City Manager review salaries for positions pending any future vacancies.
The City Council discussed the amount of staffing and the ability to add staff as the economy improves.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on Special Events funding and contributions.
Motion to 1) Approve Special Events and Contributions for Fiscal Year 2013-14; and 2) Direct staff the carryover for Holiday Lights be split between Holiday Lights and Banners. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to 1) Approve Special Events and Contributions for Fiscal Year 2013-14; and 2) Direct staff the carryover for Holiday Lights be split between Holiday Lights and Banners. (Approved)
Councilmember Foat stated she has a business position conflict of interest with respect to the Senior Center funding, would not participate in the discussion or vote, and left Council Chamber.
Motion to Approve the Senior Center funding in the amount of $60,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Approve the Senior Center funding in the amount of $60,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Councilmember Foat returned to the dais.
Mayor Pougnet stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to the International Film Festival funding, would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber. Mayor Pro Tem Mills chaired the meeting.
Motion to Approve the International Film Festival funding in the amount of $350,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to Approve the International Film Festival funding in the amount of $350,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Mayor Pougnet returned to the dais.
The City Council discussed the proposed elimination of the Downtown Administrator contract, and the City's projected reserve.
Motion to 1) Approve funding for Well in the Desert in the amount of $16,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14; 2) Direct staff to include auditing of the financial statements in the grant funding agreement; and 3) Suggest the Well in the Desert include social work in their scope of services.. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to 1) Approve funding for Well in the Desert in the amount of $16,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14; 2) Direct staff to include auditing of the financial statements in the grant funding agreement; and 3) Suggest the Well in the Desert include social work in their scope of services.. (Approved)
Motion to Approve the funding for the waiver of City fees for the Annual Run for Ike event in the amount of $1,834 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve the funding for the waiver of City fees for the Annual Run for Ike event in the amount of $1,834 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Motion to Approve an increase in the Black History Committee funding from $8,300 to $16,600 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Approve an increase in the Black History Committee funding from $8,300 to $16,600 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Motion to Approve funding for Coyote Stageworks in the amount of $5,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve funding for Coyote Stageworks in the amount of $5,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23340, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23341, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED."
amending the budget by the above motions and including a $109,000 appropriation for the Downtown Administrator;
3) Adopt Resolution No. 23342, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, AND IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, APPROVING THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY BUDGETS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, AND OTHER SUCH MATTERS AS REQUIRED;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23343, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2014;" and 5) Direct the City Manager and Director of Finance and Treasurer to make the appropriate modifications to the budget and prepare the final budget document for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23340, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23341, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED."
amending the budget by the above motions and including a $109,000 appropriation for the Downtown Administrator;
3) Adopt Resolution No. 23342, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, AND IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, APPROVING THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY BUDGETS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, AND OTHER SUCH MATTERS AS REQUIRED;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23343, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2014;" and 5) Direct the City Manager and Director of Finance and Treasurer to make the appropriate modifications to the budget and prepare the final budget document for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
ELLEN LOCKERT, commented on the lack of a plastic bag ordinance in the City of Palm Springs.
TIMOTHY SIGLE, Palm Springs, commented on the lack of a plastic bag ordinance in the City of Palm Springs.
LISA VOSSLER SMITH, commented on Modernism Week in the City of Palm Springs.
GEORGE ZANDER, Palm Springs, announced upcoming events by Equality California.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on the services provided by Well in the Desert.
JENNY MCLEAN, commented on the Palm Springs Women's Club Measure "J" request for funding for sidewalk repair.
JOHN TYMON, commented on the book titled "Blink."
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the development of a plastic bag ordinance, and requested staff provide an update on the two rehab facilities in the Deepwell neighborhood.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., and 2.I. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., and 2.I. (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. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL 2013:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1820, REGARDING REGULATIONS FOR FILING OF CANDIDATE STATEMENTS (CANDIDATE PROFILES) FOR MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.G. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF TIM SCOTT FROM THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF MARCH 31, 2013:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. UNIFORM RENTAL AND CLEANING SERVICES FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS:
Item 2I Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1821, AMENDING THE HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
Item 2F Staff Report
Motion to Waive the reading of the full text of the ordinance and adopt Ordinance No. 1821, "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 5.26.020, 5.26.030, AND SECTION 5.26.040 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM
;" clarifying Section 5.26.040(c) to delete the words 'with 125 or more rooms' in the fist sentence.
Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Waive the reading of the full text of the ordinance and adopt Ordinance No. 1821, "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 5.26.020, 5.26.030, AND SECTION 5.26.040 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM
;" clarifying Section 5.26.040(c) to delete the words 'with 125 or more rooms' in the fist sentence.
(Approved)
2.J. APPROVAL OF TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION GRANT FUNDING AGREEMENT FOR CHECKED BAGGAGE SYSTEMS OPTIMIZATION AND CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH PARSONS BRINCKERHOFF FOR DESIGN SERVICES:
Item 2J Staff Report (Additional Materials)
Item 2J TSA Agreement & Parsons' Scope of Services
Tom Nolan, Executive Director Palm Springs International Airport, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
Motion to 1) Approve the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Grant in the amount of $298,600 for an analysis and 30% design of checked baggage inspection system; 2) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. A6256 with Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc. for checked baggage inspection system design services in the amount not to exceed $298,600 in a form acceptable to the City Attorney; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6365. A6256. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to 1) Approve the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Grant in the amount of $298,600 for an analysis and 30% design of checked baggage inspection system; 2) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. A6256 with Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc. for checked baggage inspection system design services in the amount not to exceed $298,600 in a form acceptable to the City Attorney; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6365. A6256. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY SECTION 14 MEDIANS PROJECT (CP 08-20):
Item 5A Staff Report
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the project: the proposed art and the installation of pads, requested staff address who is acting as the lead agency, emergency vehicle access, previous amendments requested by City Council, and the impetus to fund further phases planned for the median improvement.
Motion to approve Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for Tahquitz Canyon Way Section 14 Medians Project (CP 08-20) and authorize staff to advertise for bids. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for Tahquitz Canyon Way Section 14 Medians Projec
5.B. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION REPAIR AT THE FRANCES STEVENS PARK COURTYARD PROJECT (CP 13-01):
Item 5B Staff Report
Item 5B Oversized Documents
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the tree selection.
No action taken and referred to staff to meet with landscape architect with respect to tree selection.
By unanimous consent of the City Council.
5.C. AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE 2013 ANNUAL SLURRY SEAL PROJECT (CP 13-02):
Item 5C Staff Report
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
Motion to 1) Reject all bids as submitted; 2) Direct staff to review and revise specifications; and 3) Direct staff to rebid as soon as possible. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Reject all bids as submitted; 2) Direct staff to review and revise specifications; and 3) Direct staff to rebid as soon as possible. (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested maintenance of the squiggles artwork in Palm Springs.
ADJOURNMENT:
May 15, 2013 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 5 members Present, 0 members Absent, 0 members Excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Lewin requested Item 2.F. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PLACEMENT OF DELINQUENT WASTE DISPOSAL CHARGES ON THE COUNTY TAX ROLLS AS A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT:
Item 1A Staff Report
David Barakian, Director of Public Works, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
AYAD GHARGHOUCY, Palm Springs, stated he was a co-owner on a property on the delinquent list and he has not owned the property for over five years.
No further speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23339, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING CERTAIN WASTE DISPOSAL ACCOUNTS TO BE DELINQUENT AND DIRECTING THE PLACEMENT OF THESE ACCOUNTS ON THE COUNTY PROPERTY TAX ROLLS FOR COLLECTION.” Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23339, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, D
1.B. 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 1B Staff Report
Motion to approve Take no public testimony at this time and direct staff to re-notice the public hearing. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Take no public testimony at this time and direct staff to re-notice the public hearing.
1.C. GRANT A 15-YEAR EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE AND FOR THE COLLECTION OF RECYCLABLE MATERIAL:
Item 1C Staff Report
Motion to approve 1) Take no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to July 3, 2013; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing pursuant to law. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Take no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to July 3, 2013; and 3) Direct
1.D. CITY COUNCIL AND ACTING AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY FOR THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 BUDGET, ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN, APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT, AND FUND BALANCE DESIGNATION POLICY:
Item 1D Staff Report (Pages 1 to 30)
Item 1D Part 2 (Pages 31 to 52)
Item 1D Part 3 (Pages 53 to 76)
Item 1D Part 4 (Pages 77 to 109)
City Manager Ready and Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested staff address the budget for holiday lights and banner replacement.
Councilmember Foat commented on public notification and advertising during the Downtown revitalization, including safety measures and signs.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated the Measure J Oversight Commission has been discussing notification and communication during the revitalization project.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the holiday light budget and requested the ad hoc City Council subcommittee comment.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the replacement of holiday lights.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the recommended position changes.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested staff address the elimination of the RDA, the elimination of the Downtown Administrator, and stated he is not supportive of the elimination of the Downtown Administrator.
The City Council discussed the merits of retaining the Downtown Administrator during the Downtown Revitalization Project.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the personnel changes, and requested the City Manager review salaries for positions pending any future vacancies.
The City Council discussed the amount of staffing and the ability to add staff as the economy improves.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on Special Events funding and contributions.
Motion to 1) Approve Special Events and Contributions for Fiscal Year 2013-14; and 2) Direct staff the carryover for Holiday Lights be split between Holiday Lights and Banners. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to 1) Approve Special Events and Contributions for Fiscal Year 2013-14; and 2) Direct staff the carryover for Holiday Lights be split between Holiday Lights and Banners. (Approved)
Councilmember Foat stated she has a business position conflict of interest with respect to the Senior Center funding, would not participate in the discussion or vote, and left Council Chamber.
Motion to Approve the Senior Center funding in the amount of $60,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Approve the Senior Center funding in the amount of $60,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Councilmember Foat returned to the dais.
Mayor Pougnet stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to the International Film Festival funding, would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber. Mayor Pro Tem Mills chaired the meeting.
Motion to Approve the International Film Festival funding in the amount of $350,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to Approve the International Film Festival funding in the amount of $350,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Mayor Pougnet returned to the dais.
The City Council discussed the proposed elimination of the Downtown Administrator contract, and the City's projected reserve.
Motion to 1) Approve funding for Well in the Desert in the amount of $16,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14; 2) Direct staff to include auditing of the financial statements in the grant funding agreement; and 3) Suggest the Well in the Desert include social work in their scope of services.. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to 1) Approve funding for Well in the Desert in the amount of $16,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14; 2) Direct staff to include auditing of the financial statements in the grant funding agreement; and 3) Suggest the Well in the Desert include social work in their scope of services.. (Approved)
Motion to Approve the funding for the waiver of City fees for the Annual Run for Ike event in the amount of $1,834 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve the funding for the waiver of City fees for the Annual Run for Ike event in the amount of $1,834 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Motion to Approve an increase in the Black History Committee funding from $8,300 to $16,600 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Approve an increase in the Black History Committee funding from $8,300 to $16,600 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Motion to Approve funding for Coyote Stageworks in the amount of $5,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve funding for Coyote Stageworks in the amount of $5,000 for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23340, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23341, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED."
amending the budget by the above motions and including a $109,000 appropriation for the Downtown Administrator;
3) Adopt Resolution No. 23342, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, AND IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, APPROVING THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY BUDGETS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, AND OTHER SUCH MATTERS AS REQUIRED;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23343, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2014;" and 5) Direct the City Manager and Director of Finance and Treasurer to make the appropriate modifications to the budget and prepare the final budget document for Fiscal Year 2013-14. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23340, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23341, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS REQUIRED."
amending the budget by the above motions and including a $109,000 appropriation for the Downtown Administrator;
3) Adopt Resolution No. 23342, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, AND IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, APPROVING THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY BUDGETS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, AND OTHER SUCH MATTERS AS REQUIRED;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23343, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2014;" and 5) Direct the City Manager and Director of Finance and Treasurer to make the appropriate modifications to the budget and prepare the final budget document for Fiscal Year 2013-14. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
ELLEN LOCKERT, commented on the lack of a plastic bag ordinance in the City of Palm Springs.
TIMOTHY SIGLE, Palm Springs, commented on the lack of a plastic bag ordinance in the City of Palm Springs.
LISA VOSSLER SMITH, commented on Modernism Week in the City of Palm Springs.
GEORGE ZANDER, Palm Springs, announced upcoming events by Equality California.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on the services provided by Well in the Desert.
JENNY MCLEAN, commented on the Palm Springs Women's Club Measure "J" request for funding for sidewalk repair.
JOHN TYMON, commented on the book titled "Blink."
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the development of a plastic bag ordinance, and requested staff provide an update on the two rehab facilities in the Deepwell neighborhood.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., and 2.I. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., and 2.I. (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. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL 2013:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1820, REGARDING REGULATIONS FOR FILING OF CANDIDATE STATEMENTS (CANDIDATE PROFILES) FOR MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.G. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF TIM SCOTT FROM THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF MARCH 31, 2013:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. UNIFORM RENTAL AND CLEANING SERVICES FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS:
Item 2I Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1821, AMENDING THE HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
Item 2F Staff Report
Motion to Waive the reading of the full text of the ordinance and adopt Ordinance No. 1821, "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 5.26.020, 5.26.030, AND SECTION 5.26.040 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM
;" clarifying Section 5.26.040(c) to delete the words 'with 125 or more rooms' in the fist sentence.
Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to Waive the reading of the full text of the ordinance and adopt Ordinance No. 1821, "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 5.26.020, 5.26.030, AND SECTION 5.26.040 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM
;" clarifying Section 5.26.040(c) to delete the words 'with 125 or more rooms' in the fist sentence.
(Approved)
2.J. APPROVAL OF TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION GRANT FUNDING AGREEMENT FOR CHECKED BAGGAGE SYSTEMS OPTIMIZATION AND CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH PARSONS BRINCKERHOFF FOR DESIGN SERVICES:
Item 2J Staff Report (Additional Materials)
Item 2J TSA Agreement & Parsons' Scope of Services
Tom Nolan, Executive Director Palm Springs International Airport, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
Motion to 1) Approve the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Grant in the amount of $298,600 for an analysis and 30% design of checked baggage inspection system; 2) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. A6256 with Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc. for checked baggage inspection system design services in the amount not to exceed $298,600 in a form acceptable to the City Attorney; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6365. A6256. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to 1) Approve the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Grant in the amount of $298,600 for an analysis and 30% design of checked baggage inspection system; 2) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. A6256 with Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc. for checked baggage inspection system design services in the amount not to exceed $298,600 in a form acceptable to the City Attorney; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6365. A6256. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY SECTION 14 MEDIANS PROJECT (CP 08-20):
Item 5A Staff Report
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the project: the proposed art and the installation of pads, requested staff address who is acting as the lead agency, emergency vehicle access, previous amendments requested by City Council, and the impetus to fund further phases planned for the median improvement.
Motion to approve Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for Tahquitz Canyon Way Section 14 Medians Project (CP 08-20) and authorize staff to advertise for bids. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for Tahquitz Canyon Way Section 14 Medians Projec
5.B. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION REPAIR AT THE FRANCES STEVENS PARK COURTYARD PROJECT (CP 13-01):
Item 5B Staff Report
Item 5B Oversized Documents
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the tree selection.
No action taken and referred to staff to meet with landscape architect with respect to tree selection.
By unanimous consent of the City Council.
5.C. AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE 2013 ANNUAL SLURRY SEAL PROJECT (CP 13-02):
Item 5C Staff Report
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 15, 2013.
Motion to 1) Reject all bids as submitted; 2) Direct staff to review and revise specifications; and 3) Direct staff to rebid as soon as possible. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Reject all bids as submitted; 2) Direct staff to review and revise specifications; and 3) Direct staff to rebid as soon as possible. (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested maintenance of the squiggles artwork in Palm Springs.
ADJOURNMENT:
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