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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.F. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.L. 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. UPDATE OF THE HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE 2007 GENERAL PLAN AND THE GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT 2009 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (HCD):
Item 1A Staff Report Part 1
Item 1A Staff Report Part 2
Item 1A Staff Report Part 3
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23477, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AMENDING THE 2007 GENERAL PLAN TO INCORPORATE THE UPDATED HOUSING ELEMENT FOR THE 2014-2021 PLANNING PERIOD, ADDING AN ANALYSIS OF DISADVANTAGED UNINCORPORATED COMMUNITIES (DUC) TO THE LAND USE ELEMENT, AND RECEIVE AND FILE THE GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT 2009 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills . (Activated at 00:51:57) Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills .
Vote to approved Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23477, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AMENDING THE 2007 GENERAL PLAN TO INCORPORATE THE UPDATED HOUSING ELEMENT FOR THE 2014-2021 PLANNING PERIOD, ADDING AN ANALYSIS OF DISADVANTAGED UNINCORPORATED COMMUNITIES (DUC) TO THE LAND USE ELEMENT, AND RECEIVE AND FILE THE GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT 2009 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills . (Activated at 00:51:57) (Approved)
1.B. SALE OF CITY-OWNED VACANT LAND TO ROBIN S. PLUNKETT CONSISTING OF 0.17 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENIDA CERCA AND GRANADA ROAD (APN 669-393-023):
Item 1B Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23478, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY, APPROVING THE SALE OF CITY OWNED VACANT LAND TO ROBIN S. PLUNKETT CONSISTING OF 0.17 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENIDA CERCA AND GRANADA ROAD (APN 669-393-023); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6479. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson . Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson .
Vote to approved Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23478, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY, APPROVING THE SALE OF CITY OWNED VACANT LAND TO ROBIN S. PLUNKETT CONSISTING OF 0.17 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENIDA CERCA AND GRANADA ROAD (APN 669-393-023); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6479. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson . (Approved)
1.C. AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO OUTDOOR LIGHTING TO ALLOW NEWER TECHNOLOGY FIXTURE TYPES, SUCH AS LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING, AND MODIFICATIONS TO STANDARD REQUIREMENTS (CASE 5.1308 ZTA):
Item 1C Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Mills addressed the comments provided by Engineer Ralph Raya, and requested the City Council consider adopting this ordinance and returning in 90-days for other types of amendments.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the lack of a requirement to convert to LED fixtures.
Motion to approved Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1838, AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPHS B.4, C.2, C.6, C.8, AND C.9 OF SECTION 93.21.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, RELATING TO THE INCLUSION OF LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING AS A PERMITTED LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE ALLOWED IN THE CITY'S OUTDOOR LIGHTING STANDARDS; and 2) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1839, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPHS B.4, C.2, C.6, C.8, AND C.9 OF SECTION 93.21.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, RELATING TO THE INCLUSION OF LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING AS A PERMITTED LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE ALLOWED IN THE CITY'S OUTDOOR LIGHTING STANDARDS; and 3) Direct staff to return with further amendments to the lighting standards within 90-days. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1838, AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPHS B.4, C.2, C.6, C.8, AND C.9 OF SECTION 93.21.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, RELATING TO THE INCLUSION OF LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING AS A PERMITTED LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE ALLOWED IN THE CITY'S OUTDOOR LIGHTING STANDARDS; and 2) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1839, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPHS B.4, C.2, C.6, C.8, AND C.9 OF SECTION 93.21.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, RELATING TO THE INCLUSION OF LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING AS A PERMITTED LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE ALLOWED IN THE CITY'S OUTDOOR LIGHTING STANDARDS; and 3) Direct staff to return with further amendments to the lighting standards within 90-days. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat. (Approved)
1.D. AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE TO ESTABLISH AN EXEMPTION FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC STRUCTURES FROM PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW USES:
Item 1D Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
CHRIS MENRAD, stated his support for the parking exemption and requested the City Council adopt the ordinance.
BETH HARRIS, stated this is a typical regulations for the reuse of historical structures, and requested the City Council adopt the ordinance.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Mills stated his support of the amendment and requested the City Council consider adding "equal to or more intense" use to the proposed regulations.
Councilmember Foat stated her support for the proposed regulations and requested staff clarify the map on Page 6 of the Staff Report.
Councilmember Lewin thanked staff for bringing forward the proposed regulations.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson stated his support for the proposed regulation and the changes as proposed by Councilmember Mills.
Motion to approved Waive the reading of text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1840, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPH 3 OF SUBSECTION B OF SECTION 93.06.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE ESTABLISHING AN EXEMPTION FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC STRUCTURES FROM PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW USES UNDER THE ZONING CODE;"
amending Subsection 3.B. of Section 1 of the Ordinance to provide "equal to" or more restrictive.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson , seconded by Councilmember Mills .
Vote to approved Waive the reading of text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1840, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPH 3 OF SUBSECTION B OF SECTION 93.06.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE ESTABLISHING AN EXEMPTION FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC STRUCTURES FROM PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW USES UNDER THE ZONING CODE;"
amending Subsection 3.B. of Section 1 of the Ordinance to provide "equal to" or more restrictive.
(Approved)
Councilmember Lewin requested City Staff look at this type of model for the area of North Palm Canyon between Vista Chino and Vereda Sur, as there are several vacant and blighted buildings that will be unable to be developed with the current parking regulations.
1.E. AMENDMENTS TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE REGARDING RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS:
Item 1E Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
REV. KEVIN A. JOHNSON, commented on the development of the proposed amendments, and stated his support of the ordinance.
THOMAS WEILER, stated his support for the proposed amendments and stated they provide equal opportunity to religious institutions.
REV. HANK BATES, commented on the different types of religious institutions and stated his support for the proposed amendments.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Foat requested City Staff address some of the restrictions placed on uses such as artist studios and photographic studios.
Motion to approved Motion to approved Waive the reading of text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1841, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SUBSECTION B OF SECTION 91.00.10, SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.08.01, SUBSECTIONS A AND D OF SECTION 92.09.01, SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.10.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.11.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.12.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.14.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.15.01, PARAGRAPH 1 OF SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.13.01, AND PARAGRAPH 1 OF SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 94.01.01, OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, ADOPTING A DEFINITION FOR RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS AND ESTABLISHING RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS AS A USE PERMITTED AS A MATTER OF RIGHT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, OR LAND USE PERMIT IN SPECIFIED ZONES, REQUIRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ALL ASSEMBLY USES IN THE CBD ZONE, AND AUTHORIZING INITIATION OF ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS BY THE DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SERVICES, amending Section 3 of the Ordinance to add Religious institutions and delete Artist studios. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Councilmember Lewin. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Motion to approved Waive the reading of text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1841, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SUBSECTION B OF SECTION 91.00.10, SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.08.01, SUBSECTIONS A AND D OF SECTION 92.09.01, SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.10.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.11.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.12.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.14.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.15.01, PARAGRAPH 1 OF SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.13.01, AND PARAGRAPH 1 OF SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 94.01.01, OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, ADOPTING A DEFINITION FOR RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS AND ESTABLISHING RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS AS A USE PERMITTED AS A MATTER OF RIGHT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, OR LAND USE PERMIT IN SPECIFIED ZONES, REQUIRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ALL ASSEMBLY USES IN THE CBD ZONE, AND AUTHORIZING INITIATION OF ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS BY THE DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SERVICES, amending Section 3 of the Ordinance to add Religious institutions and delete Artist studios. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Councilmember Lewin. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
LARS P. ROEST, Palm Springs, requested the City Council consider a curfew at the Palm Springs International Airport.
JIM SEAVEY, commented on Vacation Rentals in the Deepwell area.
LAINE SCOTT, Palm Springs, commented on the removal of palm trees for the Uptown Crosswalk Project.
MICHAEL ZISKIND, commented on Vacation Rentals in the Vista Las Palmas neighborhood.
RON MARSHALL, Palm Springs, commented on Item 4.A. regarding historic sites, and requested the City Council approve the change in the date for historic sites.
MICHAEL MCLEAN, commented on Vacation Rental regulations and enforcement in the City of Palm Springs.
GARY JOHNS, commented on Item 4.A., regarding historic sites, and requested the City Council amend the date, and commented on several historic properties and districts in the City of Palm Springs.
STEVE ROSE, commented on Item 4.A., regarding historic sites, and requested the City Council amend the date to pre-1969.
JENNY MCLEAN, announced the activities for the Palm Springs Women's Club, and commented on Vacation Rentals.
MARK DAVIS, commented on Item 4.A., and requested the City Council support the change in date to pre-1969, and read a letter of support from the Board of Modernism Week.
BETH HARRIS, commented on Item 4.A., and requested the City Council modify the date for historic sites to pre-1969.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on the history of the City of Palm Springs, and commented on the Downtown Revitalization Project.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on Vacation Rental regulations and the public process.
Councilmember Foat commented on Vacation Rental regulations, the PSNIC process, and the public process.
Councilmember Mills requested the City Engineer comment on the removal of palm trees for the Uptown Crosswalk Project.
Councilmember Lewin commented on Vacation Rentals in the City of Palm Springs and the implementation process for amendments.
Councilmember Foat announced the County of Riverside count of homeless persons in the City of Palm Springs.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested the City Staff increase hours at the Library to be open on Sunday, and requested City Staff look into a cigarette butt ordinance.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., and 2.J. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson , seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., and 2.J.
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. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1837 AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE EXEMPTING CERTAIN ON-SITE SOLAR IMPROVEMENTS FROM PUBLIC ARTS FEES:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2013:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.G. APPROVAL OF TWO HOTEL OPERATIONS COVENANT AGREEMENTS WITH BEARFOOT INN, INC. (BEARFOOT INN), AND KITTRIDGE HOTELS AND RESORTS LLC (HARD ROCK HOTEL PALM SPRINGS) PURSUANT TO THE CITY'S HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENTS NO. N040, N041, and N042 WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR USE OF FEDERAL-AID FUNDS FOR THE EMERGENCY RELIEF PROJECTS ER-18D3(073), ER-18D3(074), AND ER-18D3(075) ON GENE AUTRY TRAIL, VISTA CHINO, AND INDIAN AVENUE (INDIAN CANYON DRIVE) IN PALM SPRINGS FOR THE 2010 STORM YEAR:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. ACCEPTANCE OF THE SUPPLEMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES ACCOUNT (SLESA) GRANT FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN EXPENDITURE PLAN AND APPROPRIATION:
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN TO ADD A FLEET MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II POSITION:
Item 2J Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
2.F. DESIGN SERVICES BY MSA CONSULTING, INC. FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND CITY HALL PARKING LOTS:
Item 2F Staff Report
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the cost of design services for the parking lots.
Councilmember Lewin commented on he overspray of sprinklers on the City Hall parking lot.
Councilmember Mills commented on the landscaping issues at City Hall, and commented on the design costs associated with the parking lot improvements.
Motion to approved 1) Approve the proposal from MSA Consulting, Inc. for design of the two Police Department parking lots and the two City Hall parking lots in an amount not to exceed $100,720 and; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6445. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Approve the proposal from MSA Consulting, Inc. for design of the two Police Department parking lots
2.K. AMENDMENT NO. 7 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5630 WITH MAXWELL SECURITY SERVICES FOR UNARMED SECURITY SERVICES AT CITY-OWNED FACILITIES:
Item 2K Staff Report
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested the City Manager look at adding the prior auto dealership to the agreement.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 7 to Agreement No. A5630 with Maxwell Security Services for unarmed security services at City-owned facilities to incorporate monitoring additional downtown sites and extend the agreement to June 30, 2014; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5630. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills .
Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 7 to Agreement No. A5630 with Maxwell Security Services for unarmed security s
2.L. DECORATIVE LIGHT FIXTURES FOR PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Item 2L Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the Type 3 poles and questioned if the lamp bases include all fixtures in the Uptown area.
Motion to approved 1) Authorize the City Manager to award purchase of 30 additional decorative light fixtures to Pacific Lighting & Standards Company, in an amount not to exceed $71,575; 2) Authorize the City Manager to award purchase of 340 LED retrofit kits for the existing decorative lighting poles in an amount not to exceed $98,600; 3) Authorize the City Manager to award a contract for the wiring and installation of the new decorative light fixtures in an amount not to exceed $81,000; 4) Authorize the City Manager to award a contract or approve a Change Order with Chevron Energy Systems, selecting the most economical approach for the City, for the installation of 340 LED retrofit kits on the existing Palm Canyon Drive decorative lighting poles in an amount not to exceed $74,800; and 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills .
Vote to approved 1) Authorize the City Manager to award purchase of 30 additional decorative light fixtures to Pacific Lighting & Standards Company, in an amount not to exceed $71,575; 2) Authorize the City Manager to award purchase of 340 LED retrofit kits for the existing decorative lighting poles in an amount not to exceed $98,600; 3) Authorize the City Manager to award a contract for the wiring and installation of the new decorative light fixtures in an amount not to exceed $81,000; 4) Authorize the City Manager to award a contract or approve a Change Order with Chevron Energy Systems, selecting the most economical approach for the City, for the installation of 340 LED retrofit kits on the existing Palm Canyon Drive decorative lighting poles in an amount not to exceed $74,800; and 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE (SECTION 8.05 "HISTORIC PRESERVATION") TO CHANGE THE AGE OF BUILDINGS ELIGIBLE FOR A SIX-MONTH STAY OF DEMOLITION FROM PRE-1945 TO PRE-1969 (CASE 5.1311):
Item 4A Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Councilmember Mills commented on the formation on an HSPB Subcommittee to expedite the process, recommended the City consider another historic survey to highlight the potential historic resources in the City, and commented on other sites of significance.
Councilmember Foat commented on historic preservation in the City of Palm Springs, and requested staff address the criteria for the current historic resources survey.
Councilmember Lewin thanked the historic preservation community for their volunteer efforts and their testimony.
Motion to approved 1) Direct Staff to prepare a Code Amendment as required; and 2) Direct Staff to review potential and return with opportunities to update and expand the Historic Resources Survey. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Direct Staff to prepare a Code Amendment as required; and 2) Direct Staff to review potential and return with opportunities to update and expand the Historic Resources Survey. (Approved)
4.B. AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF A NOTICE TO PROCEED TO PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC, TO PERFORM ENGINEERING SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,900 FOR THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT REGARDING THE CITY'S PARKING STRUCTURE:
Item 4B Matterials to Follow
Item 4B Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Motion to approved Authorize a Notice to Proceed to Palm Springs Promenade, LLC, to perform professional engineering services in the amount of $65,900 for potential parking structure improvements at the Downtown Revitalization Project above the improvements required by Palm Springs Promenade, LLC pursuant to the Project Financing Agreement. A6144. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson .
Vote to approved Authorize a Notice to Proceed to Palm Springs Promenade, LLC, to perform professional engineering servi
5. NEW BUSINESS: None.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.F. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.L. 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. UPDATE OF THE HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE 2007 GENERAL PLAN AND THE GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT 2009 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (HCD):
Item 1A Staff Report Part 1
Item 1A Staff Report Part 2
Item 1A Staff Report Part 3
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23477, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AMENDING THE 2007 GENERAL PLAN TO INCORPORATE THE UPDATED HOUSING ELEMENT FOR THE 2014-2021 PLANNING PERIOD, ADDING AN ANALYSIS OF DISADVANTAGED UNINCORPORATED COMMUNITIES (DUC) TO THE LAND USE ELEMENT, AND RECEIVE AND FILE THE GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT 2009 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills . (Activated at 00:51:57) Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills .
Vote to approved Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23477, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AMENDING THE 2007 GENERAL PLAN TO INCORPORATE THE UPDATED HOUSING ELEMENT FOR THE 2014-2021 PLANNING PERIOD, ADDING AN ANALYSIS OF DISADVANTAGED UNINCORPORATED COMMUNITIES (DUC) TO THE LAND USE ELEMENT, AND RECEIVE AND FILE THE GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT 2009 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills . (Activated at 00:51:57) (Approved)
1.B. SALE OF CITY-OWNED VACANT LAND TO ROBIN S. PLUNKETT CONSISTING OF 0.17 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENIDA CERCA AND GRANADA ROAD (APN 669-393-023):
Item 1B Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23478, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY, APPROVING THE SALE OF CITY OWNED VACANT LAND TO ROBIN S. PLUNKETT CONSISTING OF 0.17 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENIDA CERCA AND GRANADA ROAD (APN 669-393-023); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6479. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson . Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson .
Vote to approved Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23478, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY, APPROVING THE SALE OF CITY OWNED VACANT LAND TO ROBIN S. PLUNKETT CONSISTING OF 0.17 ACRES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENIDA CERCA AND GRANADA ROAD (APN 669-393-023); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6479. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson . (Approved)
1.C. AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO OUTDOOR LIGHTING TO ALLOW NEWER TECHNOLOGY FIXTURE TYPES, SUCH AS LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING, AND MODIFICATIONS TO STANDARD REQUIREMENTS (CASE 5.1308 ZTA):
Item 1C Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Mills addressed the comments provided by Engineer Ralph Raya, and requested the City Council consider adopting this ordinance and returning in 90-days for other types of amendments.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the lack of a requirement to convert to LED fixtures.
Motion to approved Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1838, AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPHS B.4, C.2, C.6, C.8, AND C.9 OF SECTION 93.21.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, RELATING TO THE INCLUSION OF LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING AS A PERMITTED LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE ALLOWED IN THE CITY'S OUTDOOR LIGHTING STANDARDS; and 2) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1839, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPHS B.4, C.2, C.6, C.8, AND C.9 OF SECTION 93.21.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, RELATING TO THE INCLUSION OF LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING AS A PERMITTED LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE ALLOWED IN THE CITY'S OUTDOOR LIGHTING STANDARDS; and 3) Direct staff to return with further amendments to the lighting standards within 90-days. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1838, AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPHS B.4, C.2, C.6, C.8, AND C.9 OF SECTION 93.21.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, RELATING TO THE INCLUSION OF LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING AS A PERMITTED LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE ALLOWED IN THE CITY'S OUTDOOR LIGHTING STANDARDS; and 2) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1839, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPHS B.4, C.2, C.6, C.8, AND C.9 OF SECTION 93.21.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, RELATING TO THE INCLUSION OF LED (LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE) LIGHTING AS A PERMITTED LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE ALLOWED IN THE CITY'S OUTDOOR LIGHTING STANDARDS; and 3) Direct staff to return with further amendments to the lighting standards within 90-days. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat. (Approved)
1.D. AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE TO ESTABLISH AN EXEMPTION FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC STRUCTURES FROM PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW USES:
Item 1D Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
CHRIS MENRAD, stated his support for the parking exemption and requested the City Council adopt the ordinance.
BETH HARRIS, stated this is a typical regulations for the reuse of historical structures, and requested the City Council adopt the ordinance.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Mills stated his support of the amendment and requested the City Council consider adding "equal to or more intense" use to the proposed regulations.
Councilmember Foat stated her support for the proposed regulations and requested staff clarify the map on Page 6 of the Staff Report.
Councilmember Lewin thanked staff for bringing forward the proposed regulations.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson stated his support for the proposed regulation and the changes as proposed by Councilmember Mills.
Motion to approved Waive the reading of text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1840, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPH 3 OF SUBSECTION B OF SECTION 93.06.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE ESTABLISHING AN EXEMPTION FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC STRUCTURES FROM PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW USES UNDER THE ZONING CODE;"
amending Subsection 3.B. of Section 1 of the Ordinance to provide "equal to" or more restrictive.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson , seconded by Councilmember Mills .
Vote to approved Waive the reading of text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1840, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PARAGRAPH 3 OF SUBSECTION B OF SECTION 93.06.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE ESTABLISHING AN EXEMPTION FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC STRUCTURES FROM PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW USES UNDER THE ZONING CODE;"
amending Subsection 3.B. of Section 1 of the Ordinance to provide "equal to" or more restrictive.
(Approved)
Councilmember Lewin requested City Staff look at this type of model for the area of North Palm Canyon between Vista Chino and Vereda Sur, as there are several vacant and blighted buildings that will be unable to be developed with the current parking regulations.
1.E. AMENDMENTS TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE REGARDING RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS:
Item 1E Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
REV. KEVIN A. JOHNSON, commented on the development of the proposed amendments, and stated his support of the ordinance.
THOMAS WEILER, stated his support for the proposed amendments and stated they provide equal opportunity to religious institutions.
REV. HANK BATES, commented on the different types of religious institutions and stated his support for the proposed amendments.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Foat requested City Staff address some of the restrictions placed on uses such as artist studios and photographic studios.
Motion to approved Motion to approved Waive the reading of text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1841, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SUBSECTION B OF SECTION 91.00.10, SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.08.01, SUBSECTIONS A AND D OF SECTION 92.09.01, SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.10.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.11.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.12.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.14.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.15.01, PARAGRAPH 1 OF SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.13.01, AND PARAGRAPH 1 OF SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 94.01.01, OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, ADOPTING A DEFINITION FOR RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS AND ESTABLISHING RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS AS A USE PERMITTED AS A MATTER OF RIGHT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, OR LAND USE PERMIT IN SPECIFIED ZONES, REQUIRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ALL ASSEMBLY USES IN THE CBD ZONE, AND AUTHORIZING INITIATION OF ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS BY THE DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SERVICES, amending Section 3 of the Ordinance to add Religious institutions and delete Artist studios. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Councilmember Lewin. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Motion to approved Waive the reading of text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1841, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SUBSECTION B OF SECTION 91.00.10, SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.08.01, SUBSECTIONS A AND D OF SECTION 92.09.01, SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.10.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.11.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.12.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.14.01, SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 92.15.01, PARAGRAPH 1 OF SUBSECTION C OF SECTION 92.13.01, AND PARAGRAPH 1 OF SUBSECTION A OF SECTION 94.01.01, OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, ADOPTING A DEFINITION FOR RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS AND ESTABLISHING RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS AS A USE PERMITTED AS A MATTER OF RIGHT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, OR LAND USE PERMIT IN SPECIFIED ZONES, REQUIRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ALL ASSEMBLY USES IN THE CBD ZONE, AND AUTHORIZING INITIATION OF ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS BY THE DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SERVICES, amending Section 3 of the Ordinance to add Religious institutions and delete Artist studios. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Councilmember Lewin. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
LARS P. ROEST, Palm Springs, requested the City Council consider a curfew at the Palm Springs International Airport.
JIM SEAVEY, commented on Vacation Rentals in the Deepwell area.
LAINE SCOTT, Palm Springs, commented on the removal of palm trees for the Uptown Crosswalk Project.
MICHAEL ZISKIND, commented on Vacation Rentals in the Vista Las Palmas neighborhood.
RON MARSHALL, Palm Springs, commented on Item 4.A. regarding historic sites, and requested the City Council approve the change in the date for historic sites.
MICHAEL MCLEAN, commented on Vacation Rental regulations and enforcement in the City of Palm Springs.
GARY JOHNS, commented on Item 4.A., regarding historic sites, and requested the City Council amend the date, and commented on several historic properties and districts in the City of Palm Springs.
STEVE ROSE, commented on Item 4.A., regarding historic sites, and requested the City Council amend the date to pre-1969.
JENNY MCLEAN, announced the activities for the Palm Springs Women's Club, and commented on Vacation Rentals.
MARK DAVIS, commented on Item 4.A., and requested the City Council support the change in date to pre-1969, and read a letter of support from the Board of Modernism Week.
BETH HARRIS, commented on Item 4.A., and requested the City Council modify the date for historic sites to pre-1969.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on the history of the City of Palm Springs, and commented on the Downtown Revitalization Project.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on Vacation Rental regulations and the public process.
Councilmember Foat commented on Vacation Rental regulations, the PSNIC process, and the public process.
Councilmember Mills requested the City Engineer comment on the removal of palm trees for the Uptown Crosswalk Project.
Councilmember Lewin commented on Vacation Rentals in the City of Palm Springs and the implementation process for amendments.
Councilmember Foat announced the County of Riverside count of homeless persons in the City of Palm Springs.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested the City Staff increase hours at the Library to be open on Sunday, and requested City Staff look into a cigarette butt ordinance.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., and 2.J. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson , seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., and 2.J.
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. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1837 AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE EXEMPTING CERTAIN ON-SITE SOLAR IMPROVEMENTS FROM PUBLIC ARTS FEES:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2013:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.G. APPROVAL OF TWO HOTEL OPERATIONS COVENANT AGREEMENTS WITH BEARFOOT INN, INC. (BEARFOOT INN), AND KITTRIDGE HOTELS AND RESORTS LLC (HARD ROCK HOTEL PALM SPRINGS) PURSUANT TO THE CITY'S HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENTS NO. N040, N041, and N042 WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR USE OF FEDERAL-AID FUNDS FOR THE EMERGENCY RELIEF PROJECTS ER-18D3(073), ER-18D3(074), AND ER-18D3(075) ON GENE AUTRY TRAIL, VISTA CHINO, AND INDIAN AVENUE (INDIAN CANYON DRIVE) IN PALM SPRINGS FOR THE 2010 STORM YEAR:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. ACCEPTANCE OF THE SUPPLEMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES ACCOUNT (SLESA) GRANT FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN EXPENDITURE PLAN AND APPROPRIATION:
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN TO ADD A FLEET MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II POSITION:
Item 2J Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
2.F. DESIGN SERVICES BY MSA CONSULTING, INC. FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND CITY HALL PARKING LOTS:
Item 2F Staff Report
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the cost of design services for the parking lots.
Councilmember Lewin commented on he overspray of sprinklers on the City Hall parking lot.
Councilmember Mills commented on the landscaping issues at City Hall, and commented on the design costs associated with the parking lot improvements.
Motion to approved 1) Approve the proposal from MSA Consulting, Inc. for design of the two Police Department parking lots and the two City Hall parking lots in an amount not to exceed $100,720 and; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6445. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Approve the proposal from MSA Consulting, Inc. for design of the two Police Department parking lots
2.K. AMENDMENT NO. 7 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5630 WITH MAXWELL SECURITY SERVICES FOR UNARMED SECURITY SERVICES AT CITY-OWNED FACILITIES:
Item 2K Staff Report
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested the City Manager look at adding the prior auto dealership to the agreement.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 7 to Agreement No. A5630 with Maxwell Security Services for unarmed security services at City-owned facilities to incorporate monitoring additional downtown sites and extend the agreement to June 30, 2014; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5630. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills .
Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 7 to Agreement No. A5630 with Maxwell Security Services for unarmed security s
2.L. DECORATIVE LIGHT FIXTURES FOR PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Item 2L Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the Type 3 poles and questioned if the lamp bases include all fixtures in the Uptown area.
Motion to approved 1) Authorize the City Manager to award purchase of 30 additional decorative light fixtures to Pacific Lighting & Standards Company, in an amount not to exceed $71,575; 2) Authorize the City Manager to award purchase of 340 LED retrofit kits for the existing decorative lighting poles in an amount not to exceed $98,600; 3) Authorize the City Manager to award a contract for the wiring and installation of the new decorative light fixtures in an amount not to exceed $81,000; 4) Authorize the City Manager to award a contract or approve a Change Order with Chevron Energy Systems, selecting the most economical approach for the City, for the installation of 340 LED retrofit kits on the existing Palm Canyon Drive decorative lighting poles in an amount not to exceed $74,800; and 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills .
Vote to approved 1) Authorize the City Manager to award purchase of 30 additional decorative light fixtures to Pacific Lighting & Standards Company, in an amount not to exceed $71,575; 2) Authorize the City Manager to award purchase of 340 LED retrofit kits for the existing decorative lighting poles in an amount not to exceed $98,600; 3) Authorize the City Manager to award a contract for the wiring and installation of the new decorative light fixtures in an amount not to exceed $81,000; 4) Authorize the City Manager to award a contract or approve a Change Order with Chevron Energy Systems, selecting the most economical approach for the City, for the installation of 340 LED retrofit kits on the existing Palm Canyon Drive decorative lighting poles in an amount not to exceed $74,800; and 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE (SECTION 8.05 "HISTORIC PRESERVATION") TO CHANGE THE AGE OF BUILDINGS ELIGIBLE FOR A SIX-MONTH STAY OF DEMOLITION FROM PRE-1945 TO PRE-1969 (CASE 5.1311):
Item 4A Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Councilmember Mills commented on the formation on an HSPB Subcommittee to expedite the process, recommended the City consider another historic survey to highlight the potential historic resources in the City, and commented on other sites of significance.
Councilmember Foat commented on historic preservation in the City of Palm Springs, and requested staff address the criteria for the current historic resources survey.
Councilmember Lewin thanked the historic preservation community for their volunteer efforts and their testimony.
Motion to approved 1) Direct Staff to prepare a Code Amendment as required; and 2) Direct Staff to review potential and return with opportunities to update and expand the Historic Resources Survey. Moved by Councilmember Mills , seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Direct Staff to prepare a Code Amendment as required; and 2) Direct Staff to review potential and return with opportunities to update and expand the Historic Resources Survey. (Approved)
4.B. AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF A NOTICE TO PROCEED TO PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC, TO PERFORM ENGINEERING SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,900 FOR THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT REGARDING THE CITY'S PARKING STRUCTURE:
Item 4B Matterials to Follow
Item 4B Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated January 15, 2014.
Motion to approved Authorize a Notice to Proceed to Palm Springs Promenade, LLC, to perform professional engineering services in the amount of $65,900 for potential parking structure improvements at the Downtown Revitalization Project above the improvements required by Palm Springs Promenade, LLC pursuant to the Project Financing Agreement. A6144. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson .
Vote to approved Authorize a Notice to Proceed to Palm Springs Promenade, LLC, to perform professional engineering servi
5. NEW BUSINESS: None.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
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