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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:
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Lewin requested Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
City Clerk Thompson requested Consent Calendar Item 2.R. regarding Landscape Maintenance Services be removed from the Consent Calendar for a staff report and update, Item 3.A. regarding the Fire Code be withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of staff, and requested the City Council consider continuing Item 1.A. to July 3, 2013.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. CRESCENDO, LLC FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN-LIEU OF ZONE CHANGE TO ALLOW A TWO-STORY, DETACHED SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AND A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO SUBDIVIDE 6.37 ACRES INTO 43 RESIDENTIAL LOTS, COMMON AREA PARCELS AND PRIVATE STREETS LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF BELARDO ROAD, SOUTH OF MORONGO ROAD (CASE 5.1297 PDD 364 TTM 36548):
Item 1A Staff Report
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 1
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 2
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 3
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 4
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 5 TTM
Item 1A Public Testimony
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) Adopt Resolution No. 23347, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
PUBLIC COMMENT:
LISA MIDDLETON, commented on Item 2.G. regarding communication with Southern California Gas Company Advance Meters.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on City Council decision making.
GREG GILMAN, Palm Springs, provided an update on PSNIC goals and activities.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat commented on the City's interaction with Southern California Gas Company regarding the installation of advanced gas meters.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., and 2.Q. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O.,
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. APPROVE ANNUAL INSURANCE POLICY RENEWALS FOR THE CITY'S INSURANCE PORTFOLIO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. NOTICE OF INTENT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPOINTMENT OF A CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE FOR THE REVIEW OF BILLBOARDS:
Item 2F No Staff Report
2.H. AWARD CONTRACT TO GOLDEN VALLEY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT IN PARKS CITYWIDE PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $57,036.25 (CP 13-06):
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. AGREEMENT WITH SAIC ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, LLC FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT (WWTP) PERFORMANCE REVIEW (CP 13-17):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS CALLING THE NOVEMBER 5, 2013, GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION, ORDERING SERVICES, AND ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATE PROFILES (STATEMENTS):
Item 2J Staff Report
2.L. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF APRIL 30, 2013:
Item 2L Staff Report
2.M. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF HEIDI EPLING FROM THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD:
Item 2M Staff Report
2.N. AGREEMENT WITH EVERGREEN RECYCLING SOLUTIONS FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING CONSULTING SERVICES FOR TWO YEARS IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000:
Item 2N Staff Report
2.O. CONTRACT WITH DOUG WALL CONSTRUCTION INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SKATE PARK MANAGEMENT FACILITY TENANT AND FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $398,603 (CP 13-14):
Item 2O Staff Report
2.P. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF UNMARKED OUTFITTED UTILITY VEHICLE FOR POST-RELEASE ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMPLIANCE TEAM (PACT):
Item 2P Staff Report
2.Q. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE STANDARD FORM RECREATION SERVICES CONTRACTS FOR RECREATION PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS:
Item 2Q Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.G. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY ADVANCED METERS:
Item 2G Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested the City Manager provide a report with respect to City interactions with Southern California Gas Company, and requested the City Attorney comment on the jurisdiction of the public utility.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the Southern California Gas Company Representative comment on the public notification process.
Motion to approve Receive and file. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Receive and file.
2.K. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (CVAG) FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) PROGRAM:
Item 2K Staff Report
Councilmember Lewin commented on the benefits of the program and thanked CVAG and the Sustainability Commission for bringing this item forward.
Councilmember Hutcheson noted his support for the program and thanked staff for bringing the item forward.
Councilmember Foat requested the CVAG Representative address any unresolved issues with financing.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23347, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE IMPLEMENTATION AGREEMENT AUTHORIZING THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS TO IMPLEMENT, MANAGE, AND ADMINISTER A PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) PROGRAM;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all the necessary documents. A6371. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23347, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE IMPLEMENTATION AGREEMENT AUTHORIZING THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS TO IMPLEMENT, MANAGE, AND ADMINISTER A PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) PROGRAM;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all the necessary documents. A6371. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY FIRE CODE REQUIREMENTS PERTAINING TO FIRE COMMAND CENTERS:
Item 3A Staff Report
2.R. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PARKS AND PARKWAYS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES:
Item 2R Staff Report Part 1 Pages 1-34
Item 2R Staff Report Part 2 Pages 35-69
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 5, 2013.
Councilmember Hutcheson noted the substantial reduction in costs for the new contract and thanked City staff.
Motion to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Golden Valley Construction Company, for the Parks and Parkways Landscape Maintenance Services in the amount of $1,171,577; 2) Find Bid Numbers 1, 3 and 4 non-responsive; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6373. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Golden Valley Construction Company, for the Parks and Parkways Landscape Ma
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. PALM SPRINGS BUREAU OF TOURISM AND PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER UPDATE:
Item 4A Materials to be Provided
Jamie Canfield and Mary Jo Ginther, Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism, provided background information as outlined in the PowerPoint presentation dated June 5, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet requested Bureau of Tourism staff address future year's convention center bookings and the number of room nights.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the Bureau of Tourism staff review and monitor out-of-market print advertising.
ACTION: Receive and file. By unanimous consent of the City Council (4-0), noting the absence of Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINTMENT OF VARIOUS COMMISSIONERS AND BOARD MEMBERS AS PART OF THE 2013 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Item 5A Materials to be Provided
Item 5A Additional Materials
Motion to 1) Reappoint Ted Grofer to the Administrative Appeals Board for the term ending June 30, 2016; 2) Reappoint Robert Elsner to the Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 3) Appoint Norm King and Michael Call to the Airport Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 4) Reappoint Jack Newby to the Human Rights Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 5) Appoint Deborah Sutton to the Human Rights Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014; 6) Appoint Jilska Chandrasena and Janel Hunt to the Human Rights Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 7) Reappoint David Gray to the Board of Library Trustees for the term ending June 30, 2016; 8) Appoint Fred Jandt to the Board of Library Trustees for the term ending June 30, 2016; 9) Reappoint Amy Sand to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 10) Appoint Joshua Edmundson to the Public Arts Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014, 11) Appoint Joanie Wilcox to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 12) Reappoint Bob Turanchik to the Rent Review Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 13) Reappoint Thom Bettinger and Grant Wilson to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 14) Appoint Brielle McNeal and Mark Polischak to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2014, 15) Appoint Travis Armstrong and Victor Yepello to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 16) Reappoint Ronald King and John Fleming to the VillageFest Board for the terms ending June 30, 2016; and 17) Appoint Marcia Martineau-Low to the VillageFest Board for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2015. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Reappoint Ted Grofer to the Administrative Appeals Board for the term ending June 30, 2016; 2) Reappoint Robert Elsner to the Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 3) Appoint Norm King and Michael Call to the Airport Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 4) Reappoint Jack Newby to the Human Rights Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 5) Appoint Deborah Sutton to the Human Rights Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014; 6) Appoint Jilska Chandrasena and Janel Hunt to the Human Rights Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 7) Reappoint David Gray to the Board of Library Trustees for the term ending June 30, 2016; 8) Appoint Fred Jandt to the Board of Library Trustees for the term ending June 30, 2016; 9) Reappoint Amy Sand to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 10) Appoint Joshua Edmundson to the Public Arts Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014, 11) Appoint Joanie Wilcox to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 12) Reappoint Bob Turanchik to the Rent Review Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 13) Reappoint Thom Bettinger and Grant Wilson to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 14) Appoint Brielle McNeal and Mark Polischak to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2014, 15) Appoint Travis Armstrong and Victor Yepello to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 16) Reappoint Ronald King and John Fleming to the VillageFest Board for the terms ending June 30, 2016; and 17) Appoint Marcia Martineau-Low to the VillageFest Board for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2015. (Approved)
5.B. ACCEPT THE PROPOSED AESTHETIC DESIGN CONCEPT FOR THE RAMON ROAD BRIDGE WIDENING PROJECT BY ARTIST PHILIP K. SMITH AND THE AESTHETIC DESIGN CONCEPT FOR THE NEW VISTA CHINO DRIVE BRIDGE PROJECT BY ARTIST HEATH SATOW:
Item 5B Staff Report
Item 5B Color Documents
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 5, 2013.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: the fading of the brilliant paint colors, the aesthetics of the bridge, individual preferences, the costs of maintenance, requested staff address the Public Arts Commission comments and discussion, inclusion of bike lanes, and further public input sessions.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the Public Arts Commission's recommendation to accept the aesthetic design concept for the Ramon Road Bridge Widening Project by artist Philip K. Smith; and 2) Approve the Public Arts Commission's recommendation to accept the aesthetic design concept for the new Vista Chino Drive Bridge Project by artist Heath Satow. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the Public Arts Commission's recommendation to accept the aesthetic design concept for the Ra
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Lewin requested the City Engineer address the separation of bike lanes with a wall on the proposed Ramon Road and Vista Chino Drive bridges.
Mayor Pougnet thanked Police Chief Franz and the Palm Springs Police Department for working with the United States Secret Service and the upcoming President Obama visit to Palm Springs, and noted Councilmember Foat's Birthday.
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Jun 05, 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:
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Lewin requested Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
City Clerk Thompson requested Consent Calendar Item 2.R. regarding Landscape Maintenance Services be removed from the Consent Calendar for a staff report and update, Item 3.A. regarding the Fire Code be withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of staff, and requested the City Council consider continuing Item 1.A. to July 3, 2013.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. CRESCENDO, LLC FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN-LIEU OF ZONE CHANGE TO ALLOW A TWO-STORY, DETACHED SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AND A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO SUBDIVIDE 6.37 ACRES INTO 43 RESIDENTIAL LOTS, COMMON AREA PARCELS AND PRIVATE STREETS LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF BELARDO ROAD, SOUTH OF MORONGO ROAD (CASE 5.1297 PDD 364 TTM 36548):
Item 1A Staff Report
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 1
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 2
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 3
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 4
Item 1A Oversized Documents Part 5 TTM
Item 1A Public Testimony
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) Adopt Resolution No. 23347, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
PUBLIC COMMENT:
LISA MIDDLETON, commented on Item 2.G. regarding communication with Southern California Gas Company Advance Meters.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on City Council decision making.
GREG GILMAN, Palm Springs, provided an update on PSNIC goals and activities.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat commented on the City's interaction with Southern California Gas Company regarding the installation of advanced gas meters.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., and 2.Q. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O.,
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. APPROVE ANNUAL INSURANCE POLICY RENEWALS FOR THE CITY'S INSURANCE PORTFOLIO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. NOTICE OF INTENT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPOINTMENT OF A CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE FOR THE REVIEW OF BILLBOARDS:
Item 2F No Staff Report
2.H. AWARD CONTRACT TO GOLDEN VALLEY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT IN PARKS CITYWIDE PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $57,036.25 (CP 13-06):
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. AGREEMENT WITH SAIC ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, LLC FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT (WWTP) PERFORMANCE REVIEW (CP 13-17):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS CALLING THE NOVEMBER 5, 2013, GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION, ORDERING SERVICES, AND ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATE PROFILES (STATEMENTS):
Item 2J Staff Report
2.L. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF APRIL 30, 2013:
Item 2L Staff Report
2.M. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF HEIDI EPLING FROM THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD:
Item 2M Staff Report
2.N. AGREEMENT WITH EVERGREEN RECYCLING SOLUTIONS FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING CONSULTING SERVICES FOR TWO YEARS IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000:
Item 2N Staff Report
2.O. CONTRACT WITH DOUG WALL CONSTRUCTION INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SKATE PARK MANAGEMENT FACILITY TENANT AND FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $398,603 (CP 13-14):
Item 2O Staff Report
2.P. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF UNMARKED OUTFITTED UTILITY VEHICLE FOR POST-RELEASE ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMPLIANCE TEAM (PACT):
Item 2P Staff Report
2.Q. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE STANDARD FORM RECREATION SERVICES CONTRACTS FOR RECREATION PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS:
Item 2Q Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.G. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY ADVANCED METERS:
Item 2G Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested the City Manager provide a report with respect to City interactions with Southern California Gas Company, and requested the City Attorney comment on the jurisdiction of the public utility.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the Southern California Gas Company Representative comment on the public notification process.
Motion to approve Receive and file. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve Receive and file.
2.K. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (CVAG) FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) PROGRAM:
Item 2K Staff Report
Councilmember Lewin commented on the benefits of the program and thanked CVAG and the Sustainability Commission for bringing this item forward.
Councilmember Hutcheson noted his support for the program and thanked staff for bringing the item forward.
Councilmember Foat requested the CVAG Representative address any unresolved issues with financing.
Motion to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23347, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE IMPLEMENTATION AGREEMENT AUTHORIZING THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS TO IMPLEMENT, MANAGE, AND ADMINISTER A PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) PROGRAM;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all the necessary documents. A6371. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23347, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE IMPLEMENTATION AGREEMENT AUTHORIZING THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS TO IMPLEMENT, MANAGE, AND ADMINISTER A PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) PROGRAM;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all the necessary documents. A6371. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY FIRE CODE REQUIREMENTS PERTAINING TO FIRE COMMAND CENTERS:
Item 3A Staff Report
2.R. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PARKS AND PARKWAYS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES:
Item 2R Staff Report Part 1 Pages 1-34
Item 2R Staff Report Part 2 Pages 35-69
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 5, 2013.
Councilmember Hutcheson noted the substantial reduction in costs for the new contract and thanked City staff.
Motion to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Golden Valley Construction Company, for the Parks and Parkways Landscape Maintenance Services in the amount of $1,171,577; 2) Find Bid Numbers 1, 3 and 4 non-responsive; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6373. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Approve an agreement with Golden Valley Construction Company, for the Parks and Parkways Landscape Ma
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. PALM SPRINGS BUREAU OF TOURISM AND PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER UPDATE:
Item 4A Materials to be Provided
Jamie Canfield and Mary Jo Ginther, Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism, provided background information as outlined in the PowerPoint presentation dated June 5, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet requested Bureau of Tourism staff address future year's convention center bookings and the number of room nights.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the Bureau of Tourism staff review and monitor out-of-market print advertising.
ACTION: Receive and file. By unanimous consent of the City Council (4-0), noting the absence of Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINTMENT OF VARIOUS COMMISSIONERS AND BOARD MEMBERS AS PART OF THE 2013 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Item 5A Materials to be Provided
Item 5A Additional Materials
Motion to 1) Reappoint Ted Grofer to the Administrative Appeals Board for the term ending June 30, 2016; 2) Reappoint Robert Elsner to the Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 3) Appoint Norm King and Michael Call to the Airport Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 4) Reappoint Jack Newby to the Human Rights Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 5) Appoint Deborah Sutton to the Human Rights Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014; 6) Appoint Jilska Chandrasena and Janel Hunt to the Human Rights Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 7) Reappoint David Gray to the Board of Library Trustees for the term ending June 30, 2016; 8) Appoint Fred Jandt to the Board of Library Trustees for the term ending June 30, 2016; 9) Reappoint Amy Sand to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 10) Appoint Joshua Edmundson to the Public Arts Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014, 11) Appoint Joanie Wilcox to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 12) Reappoint Bob Turanchik to the Rent Review Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 13) Reappoint Thom Bettinger and Grant Wilson to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 14) Appoint Brielle McNeal and Mark Polischak to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2014, 15) Appoint Travis Armstrong and Victor Yepello to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 16) Reappoint Ronald King and John Fleming to the VillageFest Board for the terms ending June 30, 2016; and 17) Appoint Marcia Martineau-Low to the VillageFest Board for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2015. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to 1) Reappoint Ted Grofer to the Administrative Appeals Board for the term ending June 30, 2016; 2) Reappoint Robert Elsner to the Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 3) Appoint Norm King and Michael Call to the Airport Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 4) Reappoint Jack Newby to the Human Rights Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 5) Appoint Deborah Sutton to the Human Rights Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014; 6) Appoint Jilska Chandrasena and Janel Hunt to the Human Rights Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 7) Reappoint David Gray to the Board of Library Trustees for the term ending June 30, 2016; 8) Appoint Fred Jandt to the Board of Library Trustees for the term ending June 30, 2016; 9) Reappoint Amy Sand to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 10) Appoint Joshua Edmundson to the Public Arts Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014, 11) Appoint Joanie Wilcox to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 12) Reappoint Bob Turanchik to the Rent Review Commission for the term ending June 30, 2016; 13) Reappoint Thom Bettinger and Grant Wilson to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 14) Appoint Brielle McNeal and Mark Polischak to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2014, 15) Appoint Travis Armstrong and Victor Yepello to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2016; 16) Reappoint Ronald King and John Fleming to the VillageFest Board for the terms ending June 30, 2016; and 17) Appoint Marcia Martineau-Low to the VillageFest Board for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2015. (Approved)
5.B. ACCEPT THE PROPOSED AESTHETIC DESIGN CONCEPT FOR THE RAMON ROAD BRIDGE WIDENING PROJECT BY ARTIST PHILIP K. SMITH AND THE AESTHETIC DESIGN CONCEPT FOR THE NEW VISTA CHINO DRIVE BRIDGE PROJECT BY ARTIST HEATH SATOW:
Item 5B Staff Report
Item 5B Color Documents
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated June 5, 2013.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: the fading of the brilliant paint colors, the aesthetics of the bridge, individual preferences, the costs of maintenance, requested staff address the Public Arts Commission comments and discussion, inclusion of bike lanes, and further public input sessions.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the Public Arts Commission's recommendation to accept the aesthetic design concept for the Ramon Road Bridge Widening Project by artist Philip K. Smith; and 2) Approve the Public Arts Commission's recommendation to accept the aesthetic design concept for the new Vista Chino Drive Bridge Project by artist Heath Satow. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the Public Arts Commission's recommendation to accept the aesthetic design concept for the Ra
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Lewin requested the City Engineer address the separation of bike lanes with a wall on the proposed Ramon Road and Vista Chino Drive bridges.
Mayor Pougnet thanked Police Chief Franz and the Palm Springs Police Department for working with the United States Secret Service and the upcoming President Obama visit to Palm Springs, and noted Councilmember Foat's Birthday.
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