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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 5 members Present, 0 members Absent, 0 members Excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.L. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.F. and Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2013 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, ADOPTING THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS BUILDING ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, AND REPEALING ARTICLE VII OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS AND CONSIDERATION OF TWO INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCES:
Item 1A Staff Report Part 1
Item 1A Staff Report Part 2
Item 1A Staff Report Part 3
Item 1A Staff Report Part 4
Item 1A Staff Report Part 5
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 18, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved 1) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1835, “AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS, AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDICES C, I, AND J; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX H; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDICES A, B, D, G, I AND K; THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA HISTORIC BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX A; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; AND THE 2013 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE IV OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS BUILDING ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, AND REPEALING ARTICLE VII OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS;" 2) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1836, “AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, TOGETHER WITH ADDITIONS, AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX CHAPTER 4 AND APPENDICES A, B, BB, C, CC, F, H, I, J, K, L, M, AND N.;” 3) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Ordinance No. 1832, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS, AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDICES C, I, AND J; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX H; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDICES A, B, D, G, I AND K; THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA HISTORIC BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX A; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; AND THE 2013 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE IV OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS BUILDING ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, AND REPEALING ARTICLE VII OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS;" 4) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Ordinance No. 1833, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, TOGETHER WITH ADDITIONS, AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX CHAPTER 4 AND APPENDICES A, B, BB, C, CC, F, H, I, J, K, L, M, AND N;" and 5) Adopt Resolution No. 23473, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT CERTAIN LOCAL CONDITIONS REQUIRE AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS TO THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2013 EDITION, THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2013 EDITION, AND THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2013 EDITION, AND THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2013 EDITION.” Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordin
PUBLIC COMMENT:
JONATHAN ROSENBLATT, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
CATHY BRANT, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
CHRISTOPHER SEIDEL, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
LINDA FUTTERER, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
CHRIS WEIGEL, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
MARIE WEIGEL, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
STEVEN ALSOP, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
LISA MIDDLETON, commented on the vacation rental ordinance and the PSNIC workgroup that made recommendations to the City Council on the vacation rental ordinance.
GEORGE ZANDER, Palm Springs, commented on Item 5.A. regarding medical cannabis and collectives, and recommended the City Council create a Task Force for medical cannabis regulations.
LARRY FECHTER, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
NINA JACKSON, Palm Springs, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
RICHARD BLACKHURST, Palm Springs, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
LARRY FUSCH, Palm Springs, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
TOM STANSBURY, Palm Springs, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat commented on the process of vacation rental ordinance changes, and requested the City Council create an ad hoc City Council subcommittee to address vacation rental property.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
The City Council recessed at 7:05 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 7:09 p.m.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., and 2.Q. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., and 2.Q. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2013:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. SET A PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR THE SALE OF CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY CONSISTING OF .17 ACRES VACANT LAND LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENIDA CERCA AND GRANADA ROAD TO ROBIN S. PLUNKETT (669-393-023):
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. SUCCESSOR AGENCY LONG-RANGE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT PLAN:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. APPROVAL OF TRACT MAP 32233-5 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH TOLL CA II, LP FOR A 128-LOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNIT TRACT MAP LOCATED ON 23.479 ACRES AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF VISTA CHINO AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.G. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE RUTH HARDY PARK PARKING LOT REPAIRS PROJECT (13-08):
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH URRUTIA A.I.A. AND ASSOCIATES, INC TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE REMODEL OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $79,700:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6233 WITH R. ROBLES PIPELINE LAYING, INC., DBA SOUTHERN VALLEY WATER FEATURES, FOR ROADSIDE MAINTENANCE:
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1834 AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE REQUIRING LAND USE PERMIT NOTIFICATION TO REPRESENTATIVES OF NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS AND CONCURRENT CASE PROCESSING (CASE 5.1312 ZTA):
Item 2J Staff Report
2.M. APPROVE A THREE-YEAR CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES AT VARIOUS CITY FACILITIES:
Item 2M Staff Report Part 1
Item 2M Staff Report Part 2
2.N. RESCIND AWARD OF IFB 13-13 AND AWARD RE-BID IFB 14-06 FOR UNIFORM RENTAL AND CLEANING SERVICES FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS:
Item 2N Staff Report Part 1
Item 2N Staff Report Part 2
2.O. DEVELOPMENT PROJECT FEE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-13:
Item 2O Staff Report
Item 2O Additional Materials (resolution)
2.P. SPECIAL TAX ANNUAL REPORTING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-13:
Item 2P Staff Report
2.Q. ACCEPTANCE OF HANGAR LEASE SURRENDER FROM HECKMANN ENTERPRISES:
Item 2Q Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.F. LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH PB REALTY INVESTMENT, INC. FOR PLACEMENT OF "LAWN CHAIR" ON PRIVATE PROPERTY AT THE SKYLARK HOTEL LOCATED AT 1466 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Item 2F Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the agreement regarding the removal of the artwork by the City.
Motion to approved 1) Approve a License Agreement with PB Realty Investments, Inc. for placement of "Lawn Chair" on private property at the Skylark Hotel located at 1466 North Palm Canyon Drive,
amending Section 6 of the Agreement to provide the City can remove the artwork without recourse
; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6463. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Approve a License Agreement with PB Realty Investments, Inc. for placement of "Lawn Chair" on private property at the Skylark Hotel located at 1466 North Palm Canyon Drive,
amending Section 6 of the Agreement to provide the City can remove the artwork without recourse
; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6463. (Approved)
2.K. AUTHORITY TO AWARD THE UPTOWN CROSSWALKS CONTRACT FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $230,000 (CP 13-10):
Item 2K Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested drawings that are not engineering plans, and stated she did not support yellow truncated domes in the crosswalks.
Councilmember Lewin recommended the City Council approve the item subject to color change of the truncated domes.
Councilmember Mills commented on the purpose of truncated domes and stated the colors are not dictated in the code, and stated the City can install a color that matches the concrete, and recommended the City use the inset tiles.
Motion to approved 1) Authorize the City Manager to award Uptown Crosswalk Project contract contingent upon the bid amount not exceeding the engineer’s final project estimate of $230,000 (CP 13-10) subject to final approval of the color of the truncated domes by the City Council; and 2) Authorize the City Manager execute all necessary documents. A6466. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Authorize the City Manager to award Uptown Crosswalk Project contract contingent upon the bid amount
2.L. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. A6262 WITH URRUTIA A.I.A. AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR AIRPORT PROJECTS:
Item 2L Staff Report
Mayor Pougnet commented on the change to revolving doors rather than the sliding doors.
Councilmember Mills commented on his review of the interior door project.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A6262 with Urrutia A.I.A. and Associates, Inc. for design, bid, permitting, and construction phase services in the amount not to exceed $28,875 to complete security checkpoint modification and auto door installation; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, and approve up to a ten (10) percent increase in change orders over the total project amount. A6262. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A6262 with Urrutia A.I.A. and Associates, Inc. for design, bid, permitting, and construction phase services in the amount not to exceed $28,875 to complete security checkpoint modification and auto door installation; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, and approve up to a ten (10) percent increase in change orders over the total project amount. A6262. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE EXEMPTING ON-SITE ADDITIONS OF SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS FROM PUBLIC ARTS FEES:
Item 3A Staff Report
City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 18, 2013.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the proposed ordinance and the appropriate waiver of fees for certain solar project to encourage solar projects.
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text, introduce by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1837, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3.37.030 OF, AND ADDING PARAGRAPH (9) TO SUBSECTION (B) OF SECTION 3.37.050 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE EXEMPTING CERTAIN ON-SITE SOLAR IMPROVEMENTS FROM PUBLIC ARTS FEES.” Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text, introduce by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordina
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. FINAL REPORT FROM GROUP 4 ARCHITECTURE, RESEARCH + PLANNING, INC. FOR CONCEPTUAL DESIGN AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY:
Item 4A Staff Report Part 1
Item 4A Staff Report Part 2
Item 4A Group 4 Presentation
Jeannie Kays, Director of Library Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 18, 2013.
Councilmember Mills commented on the possibility of bonding such a large renovation project, the development of the conceptual design, the parking design, and requested a breakout of the infrastructure costs that have not taken place over the years.
Councilmember Foat commented on the proposed exit on Sunrise Way, additional parking requirements, stated bathroom facilities in the Sunrise Park Complex need to be addressed, requested staff address time out of service, and naming opportunities.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested staff address the meeting space, commented on the public input process, the competing process for large public projects, and requested viable options for a reduced cost.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the concepts discussed by the City Council, thanked staff and the project architect for a well-designed project, and his support for flexible and moveable fixtures and furniture.
Mayor Pougnet commented on Measure J funding for the library, private fundraising and requested staff look at other fundraising opportunities.
No action taken.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. IMPLEMENTATION OF MEASURE B AND THE IMPOSITION OF THE TAX ON THE OPERATIONS OF CANNABIS AND MARIJUANA COLLECTIVES AS APPROVED BY THE VOTERS AT THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 5, 2013, BY ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING APPLICABLE TAX RATES AND AUDIT REQUIREMENTS; AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL DIRECTION FOR THE PREPARATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY PROGRAM:
Item 5A Staff Report
City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 18, 2013.
Councilmember Foat provided background information and the recommendations from the City Council ad hoc subcommittee, including accepting cash at the collectives, and commented on the City's audit of the programs.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the number of members who are residents in the City of Palm Springs, commented on the taxing alternatives of taxing non-residents, and the amount of sales by the three permitted collectives.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the need for a fourth permitted cooperative.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the process for legal, safe medicine for patients in Palm Springs, requested staff address the prohibition of collectives operating on Sunday, stated his support for acceptance of cash, requested the City Attorney address the penalties for unlicensed collectives that open in proximity of permitted collectives and can the landlord be held accountable, and stated his support for the fourth permitted collective.
Councilmember Mills commented on permitting a fourth collective and the new proposed programs, stated the City is not monitoring the current permitted collectives to the City's current ordinance including cash transactions, and stated he is not in support of another permitted collective.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the proposal for cash transactions.
Councilmember Foat commented on cash transactions and audit requirements.
Councilmember Mills requested the City Attorney address the process and the timing for any ordinance modifications.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23476, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING (1) A TEN CENT PER ONE DOLLAR TAX ON MEDICAL CANNABIS COLLECTIVES OR COOPERATIVES APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND (2) AUDIT REQUIREMENTS TO ENSURE TIMELY AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE CITY'S CANNABIS AND MARIJUANA TAX ORDINANCE;" and 2) Direct the City Attorney and Staff to prepare an ordinance amending the City's medical cannabis regulatory program. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23476, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING (1) A TEN CENT PER ONE DOLLAR TAX ON MEDICAL CANNABIS COLLECTIVES OR COOPERATIVES APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND (2) AUDIT REQUIREMENTS TO ENSURE TIMELY AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE CITY'S CANNABIS AND MARIJUANA TAX ORDINANCE;" and 2) Direct the City Attorney and Staff to prepare an ordinance amending the City's medical cannabis regulatory program. (Approved)
5.B. 1st QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 BUDGET UPDATE:
Item 5B Budget Update
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the First Quarter Budget update dated December 18, 2013.
No action taken.
5.C. REVIEW AND APPOINT CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES AND CITY COUNCIL LIAISONS TO OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS AND CITY COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS:
Item 5C Staff Report
Motion to approved 1) Amend the External Organizations Appointees and Liaisons as follows: a) Main Street to include the Uptown Business Association Designee Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Alternate Councilmember Foat, b) ERICA Alternate to City Manager David Ready, c) Delete the SCAG and League of California Cities Annual Conference Delegates; 2) Amend the City Council ad hoc Subcommittees as follows: a) Special Economic Development Focus Incentive Program to Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Hutcheson, b) Delete the Planning Services Director selection, Building and Code Enforcement Director selection, FY2012-13 Budget, Airport Noise Mitigation, PS Disposal Services, Service Deliver Cooperation, and c) Appoint a new Vacation Rental ad hoc Subcommittee of Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Amend the External Organizations Appointees and Liaisons as follows: a) Main Street to include the Uptown Business Association Designee Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Alternate Councilmember Foat, b) ERICA Alternate to City Manager David Ready, c) Delete the SCAG and League of California Cities Annual Conference Delegates; 2) Amend the City Council ad hoc Subcommittees as follows: a) Special Economic Development Focus Incentive Program to Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Hutcheson, b) Delete the Planning Services Director selection, Building and Code Enforcement Director selection, FY2012-13 Budget, Airport Noise Mitigation, PS Disposal Services, Service Deliver Cooperation, and c) Appoint a new Vacation Rental ad hoc Subcommittee of Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills. (Approved)
5.D. APPOINT A MEMBER TO THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES FOR THE UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2014:
Item 5D No Staff Report
Motion to approved Appoint Harry Courtwright to the Board of Library Trustees for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Appoint Harry Courtwright to the Board of Library Trustees for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
The City Council provided Holiday greetings to the residents of Palm Springs and City Staff.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff review the project directly next to Copley's for Code Enforcement issues.
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the fence at the Carnell Building.
ADJOURNMENT:
Dec 18, 2013 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 5 members Present, 0 members Absent, 0 members Excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.L. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.F. and Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2013 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, ADOPTING THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS BUILDING ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, AND REPEALING ARTICLE VII OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS AND CONSIDERATION OF TWO INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCES:
Item 1A Staff Report Part 1
Item 1A Staff Report Part 2
Item 1A Staff Report Part 3
Item 1A Staff Report Part 4
Item 1A Staff Report Part 5
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 18, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved 1) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1835, “AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS, AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDICES C, I, AND J; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX H; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDICES A, B, D, G, I AND K; THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA HISTORIC BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX A; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; AND THE 2013 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE IV OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS BUILDING ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, AND REPEALING ARTICLE VII OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS;" 2) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1836, “AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, TOGETHER WITH ADDITIONS, AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX CHAPTER 4 AND APPENDICES A, B, BB, C, CC, F, H, I, J, K, L, M, AND N.;” 3) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Ordinance No. 1832, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS, AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDICES C, I, AND J; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX H; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDICES A, B, D, G, I AND K; THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA HISTORIC BUILDING CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX A; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES; AND THE 2013 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPENDICES, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE IV OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS BUILDING ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, AND REPEALING ARTICLE VII OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO SWIMMING POOL SAFETY STANDARDS;" 4) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Ordinance No. 1833, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, TOGETHER WITH ADDITIONS, AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX CHAPTER 4 AND APPENDICES A, B, BB, C, CC, F, H, I, J, K, L, M, AND N;" and 5) Adopt Resolution No. 23473, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT CERTAIN LOCAL CONDITIONS REQUIRE AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS TO THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2013 EDITION, THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2013 EDITION, AND THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2013 EDITION, AND THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2013 EDITION.” Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Waive the reading of the text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordin
PUBLIC COMMENT:
JONATHAN ROSENBLATT, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
CATHY BRANT, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
CHRISTOPHER SEIDEL, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
LINDA FUTTERER, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
CHRIS WEIGEL, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
MARIE WEIGEL, commented on the proposed renovation of the Palm Springs Public Library.
STEVEN ALSOP, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
LISA MIDDLETON, commented on the vacation rental ordinance and the PSNIC workgroup that made recommendations to the City Council on the vacation rental ordinance.
GEORGE ZANDER, Palm Springs, commented on Item 5.A. regarding medical cannabis and collectives, and recommended the City Council create a Task Force for medical cannabis regulations.
LARRY FECHTER, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
NINA JACKSON, Palm Springs, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
RICHARD BLACKHURST, Palm Springs, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
LARRY FUSCH, Palm Springs, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
TOM STANSBURY, Palm Springs, commented on the vacation rental ordinance as it applies to the Deepwell Neighborhood Organization.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat commented on the process of vacation rental ordinance changes, and requested the City Council create an ad hoc City Council subcommittee to address vacation rental property.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
The City Council recessed at 7:05 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 7:09 p.m.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., and 2.Q. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., and 2.Q. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2013:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. SET A PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR THE SALE OF CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY CONSISTING OF .17 ACRES VACANT LAND LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENIDA CERCA AND GRANADA ROAD TO ROBIN S. PLUNKETT (669-393-023):
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. SUCCESSOR AGENCY LONG-RANGE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT PLAN:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. APPROVAL OF TRACT MAP 32233-5 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH TOLL CA II, LP FOR A 128-LOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNIT TRACT MAP LOCATED ON 23.479 ACRES AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF VISTA CHINO AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.G. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE RUTH HARDY PARK PARKING LOT REPAIRS PROJECT (13-08):
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH URRUTIA A.I.A. AND ASSOCIATES, INC TO PROVIDE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE REMODEL OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $79,700:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6233 WITH R. ROBLES PIPELINE LAYING, INC., DBA SOUTHERN VALLEY WATER FEATURES, FOR ROADSIDE MAINTENANCE:
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1834 AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE REQUIRING LAND USE PERMIT NOTIFICATION TO REPRESENTATIVES OF NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS AND CONCURRENT CASE PROCESSING (CASE 5.1312 ZTA):
Item 2J Staff Report
2.M. APPROVE A THREE-YEAR CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES AT VARIOUS CITY FACILITIES:
Item 2M Staff Report Part 1
Item 2M Staff Report Part 2
2.N. RESCIND AWARD OF IFB 13-13 AND AWARD RE-BID IFB 14-06 FOR UNIFORM RENTAL AND CLEANING SERVICES FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS:
Item 2N Staff Report Part 1
Item 2N Staff Report Part 2
2.O. DEVELOPMENT PROJECT FEE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-13:
Item 2O Staff Report
Item 2O Additional Materials (resolution)
2.P. SPECIAL TAX ANNUAL REPORTING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-13:
Item 2P Staff Report
2.Q. ACCEPTANCE OF HANGAR LEASE SURRENDER FROM HECKMANN ENTERPRISES:
Item 2Q Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.F. LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH PB REALTY INVESTMENT, INC. FOR PLACEMENT OF "LAWN CHAIR" ON PRIVATE PROPERTY AT THE SKYLARK HOTEL LOCATED AT 1466 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Item 2F Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the agreement regarding the removal of the artwork by the City.
Motion to approved 1) Approve a License Agreement with PB Realty Investments, Inc. for placement of "Lawn Chair" on private property at the Skylark Hotel located at 1466 North Palm Canyon Drive,
amending Section 6 of the Agreement to provide the City can remove the artwork without recourse
; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6463. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Approve a License Agreement with PB Realty Investments, Inc. for placement of "Lawn Chair" on private property at the Skylark Hotel located at 1466 North Palm Canyon Drive,
amending Section 6 of the Agreement to provide the City can remove the artwork without recourse
; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6463. (Approved)
2.K. AUTHORITY TO AWARD THE UPTOWN CROSSWALKS CONTRACT FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $230,000 (CP 13-10):
Item 2K Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested drawings that are not engineering plans, and stated she did not support yellow truncated domes in the crosswalks.
Councilmember Lewin recommended the City Council approve the item subject to color change of the truncated domes.
Councilmember Mills commented on the purpose of truncated domes and stated the colors are not dictated in the code, and stated the City can install a color that matches the concrete, and recommended the City use the inset tiles.
Motion to approved 1) Authorize the City Manager to award Uptown Crosswalk Project contract contingent upon the bid amount not exceeding the engineer’s final project estimate of $230,000 (CP 13-10) subject to final approval of the color of the truncated domes by the City Council; and 2) Authorize the City Manager execute all necessary documents. A6466. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Authorize the City Manager to award Uptown Crosswalk Project contract contingent upon the bid amount
2.L. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. A6262 WITH URRUTIA A.I.A. AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR AIRPORT PROJECTS:
Item 2L Staff Report
Mayor Pougnet commented on the change to revolving doors rather than the sliding doors.
Councilmember Mills commented on his review of the interior door project.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A6262 with Urrutia A.I.A. and Associates, Inc. for design, bid, permitting, and construction phase services in the amount not to exceed $28,875 to complete security checkpoint modification and auto door installation; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, and approve up to a ten (10) percent increase in change orders over the total project amount. A6262. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A6262 with Urrutia A.I.A. and Associates, Inc. for design, bid, permitting, and construction phase services in the amount not to exceed $28,875 to complete security checkpoint modification and auto door installation; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, and approve up to a ten (10) percent increase in change orders over the total project amount. A6262. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE EXEMPTING ON-SITE ADDITIONS OF SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS FROM PUBLIC ARTS FEES:
Item 3A Staff Report
City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 18, 2013.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the proposed ordinance and the appropriate waiver of fees for certain solar project to encourage solar projects.
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text, introduce by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1837, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3.37.030 OF, AND ADDING PARAGRAPH (9) TO SUBSECTION (B) OF SECTION 3.37.050 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE EXEMPTING CERTAIN ON-SITE SOLAR IMPROVEMENTS FROM PUBLIC ARTS FEES.” Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text, introduce by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordina
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. FINAL REPORT FROM GROUP 4 ARCHITECTURE, RESEARCH + PLANNING, INC. FOR CONCEPTUAL DESIGN AND COST ESTIMATE FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY:
Item 4A Staff Report Part 1
Item 4A Staff Report Part 2
Item 4A Group 4 Presentation
Jeannie Kays, Director of Library Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 18, 2013.
Councilmember Mills commented on the possibility of bonding such a large renovation project, the development of the conceptual design, the parking design, and requested a breakout of the infrastructure costs that have not taken place over the years.
Councilmember Foat commented on the proposed exit on Sunrise Way, additional parking requirements, stated bathroom facilities in the Sunrise Park Complex need to be addressed, requested staff address time out of service, and naming opportunities.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested staff address the meeting space, commented on the public input process, the competing process for large public projects, and requested viable options for a reduced cost.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the concepts discussed by the City Council, thanked staff and the project architect for a well-designed project, and his support for flexible and moveable fixtures and furniture.
Mayor Pougnet commented on Measure J funding for the library, private fundraising and requested staff look at other fundraising opportunities.
No action taken.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. IMPLEMENTATION OF MEASURE B AND THE IMPOSITION OF THE TAX ON THE OPERATIONS OF CANNABIS AND MARIJUANA COLLECTIVES AS APPROVED BY THE VOTERS AT THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 5, 2013, BY ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING APPLICABLE TAX RATES AND AUDIT REQUIREMENTS; AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL DIRECTION FOR THE PREPARATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY'S MEDICAL CANNABIS REGULATORY PROGRAM:
Item 5A Staff Report
City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated December 18, 2013.
Councilmember Foat provided background information and the recommendations from the City Council ad hoc subcommittee, including accepting cash at the collectives, and commented on the City's audit of the programs.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the number of members who are residents in the City of Palm Springs, commented on the taxing alternatives of taxing non-residents, and the amount of sales by the three permitted collectives.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the need for a fourth permitted cooperative.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the process for legal, safe medicine for patients in Palm Springs, requested staff address the prohibition of collectives operating on Sunday, stated his support for acceptance of cash, requested the City Attorney address the penalties for unlicensed collectives that open in proximity of permitted collectives and can the landlord be held accountable, and stated his support for the fourth permitted collective.
Councilmember Mills commented on permitting a fourth collective and the new proposed programs, stated the City is not monitoring the current permitted collectives to the City's current ordinance including cash transactions, and stated he is not in support of another permitted collective.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the proposal for cash transactions.
Councilmember Foat commented on cash transactions and audit requirements.
Councilmember Mills requested the City Attorney address the process and the timing for any ordinance modifications.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23476, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING (1) A TEN CENT PER ONE DOLLAR TAX ON MEDICAL CANNABIS COLLECTIVES OR COOPERATIVES APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND (2) AUDIT REQUIREMENTS TO ENSURE TIMELY AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE CITY'S CANNABIS AND MARIJUANA TAX ORDINANCE;" and 2) Direct the City Attorney and Staff to prepare an ordinance amending the City's medical cannabis regulatory program. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23476, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING (1) A TEN CENT PER ONE DOLLAR TAX ON MEDICAL CANNABIS COLLECTIVES OR COOPERATIVES APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND (2) AUDIT REQUIREMENTS TO ENSURE TIMELY AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE CITY'S CANNABIS AND MARIJUANA TAX ORDINANCE;" and 2) Direct the City Attorney and Staff to prepare an ordinance amending the City's medical cannabis regulatory program. (Approved)
5.B. 1st QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 BUDGET UPDATE:
Item 5B Budget Update
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the First Quarter Budget update dated December 18, 2013.
No action taken.
5.C. REVIEW AND APPOINT CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES AND CITY COUNCIL LIAISONS TO OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS AND CITY COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS:
Item 5C Staff Report
Motion to approved 1) Amend the External Organizations Appointees and Liaisons as follows: a) Main Street to include the Uptown Business Association Designee Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Alternate Councilmember Foat, b) ERICA Alternate to City Manager David Ready, c) Delete the SCAG and League of California Cities Annual Conference Delegates; 2) Amend the City Council ad hoc Subcommittees as follows: a) Special Economic Development Focus Incentive Program to Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Hutcheson, b) Delete the Planning Services Director selection, Building and Code Enforcement Director selection, FY2012-13 Budget, Airport Noise Mitigation, PS Disposal Services, Service Deliver Cooperation, and c) Appoint a new Vacation Rental ad hoc Subcommittee of Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Amend the External Organizations Appointees and Liaisons as follows: a) Main Street to include the Uptown Business Association Designee Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Alternate Councilmember Foat, b) ERICA Alternate to City Manager David Ready, c) Delete the SCAG and League of California Cities Annual Conference Delegates; 2) Amend the City Council ad hoc Subcommittees as follows: a) Special Economic Development Focus Incentive Program to Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Hutcheson, b) Delete the Planning Services Director selection, Building and Code Enforcement Director selection, FY2012-13 Budget, Airport Noise Mitigation, PS Disposal Services, Service Deliver Cooperation, and c) Appoint a new Vacation Rental ad hoc Subcommittee of Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills. (Approved)
5.D. APPOINT A MEMBER TO THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES FOR THE UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2014:
Item 5D No Staff Report
Motion to approved Appoint Harry Courtwright to the Board of Library Trustees for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Appoint Harry Courtwright to the Board of Library Trustees for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
The City Council provided Holiday greetings to the residents of Palm Springs and City Staff.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff review the project directly next to Copley's for Code Enforcement issues.
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the fence at the Carnell Building.
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