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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 5 members Present, 0 members Absent, 0 members Excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council consider a motion to continue Public Hearing Item 1.A.
Councilmember Foat noted her business related abstention on Item 2.C. Warrant Nos. 1066017 and 1066164.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.E. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PRAETOR INVESTMENT, LLC, FOR AN AMENDMENT TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 333 (PDD 333) AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP (TPM 35236) FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 200-ROOM HOTEL, 50 RESIDENTIAL UNITS AND A PARKING STRUCTURE LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND AMADO ROAD:
Item 1A Staff Report Part 1 Pages 1-33
Item 1A Staff Report Part 2 Pages 34-45
Item 1A Tract Map
Item 1A Color Renderings Part 1
Item 1A Color Renderings Part 2
Item 1A Color Renderings Part 3
Motion to approved 1) Continue the Public Hearing to November 6, 2013; 2) Refer to the Planning Commission for Public Hearing; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to re-notice the City Council Public Hearing. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Continue the Public Hearing to November 6, 2013; 2) Refer to the Planning Commission for Public Hear
1.B. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO SEWER CONSTRUCTION REFUND AGREEMENT NO. A3283 FOR A 20-YEAR EXTENSION WITH MICHAEL SIRELSON:
Item 1B Staff Report
Item 1B Map
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Lewin questioned if any of the properties are developed, stated the City carried out its duties for the 20-year period, and does not feel the agreement should be extended for another 20-years.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address if there is any cost to the City to administer this agreement, and requested the City Council consider adding an administrative fee to the agreement.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills noted the history and development of these types of reimbursement agreements, and stated the burden should be on the original developer of the sewer to pay for the entire investment.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Sewer Construction Refund Agreement No. A3283 for a 20-year extension with Michael Sirelson; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, subject to the City recouping the its costs to administer the agreement; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to record the executed Amendment with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office. A3283. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Sewer Construction Refund Agreement No. A3283 for a 20-year extension wit
1.C. THE BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS ON BEHALF OF DIANA BOW AND LUCILLE BOW, ALLOTTEES, PROPOSING A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP APPLICATION TO SUBDIVIDE A ROUGHLY FIVE (5) ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO CONFORMING PARCELS AND A CLASS 15 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (MINOR LAND DIVISIONS) PURSUANT TO CEQA FOR A PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF ACANTO ROAD AND EAST OF LAS BRISAS WAY (CASE TPM 36431):
Item 1C Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23439, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBDIVIDING A ROUGHLY FIVE (5) ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO CONFORMING LOTS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF ACANTO ROAD AND EAST OF LAS BRISAS WAY, APN 512-220-006, ALLOTMENT 80C, ZONE R-1-B, CANYON SOUTH SPECIFIC PLAN, SECTION 35 (IL) (CASE TPM 36431).” Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23439, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MELINDA MARINOFF, Palm Springs, commented on the future of the Plaza Theatre.
TIMOTHY SIGLE, Palm Springs, commented on the Measure J request for the installation of a pavilion at Ruth Hardy Park.
LARRY BLOCK, West Hollywood, commented on the recent opening of Block Party in Downtown Palm Springs, and requested the City Council install a Rainbow Flag at City Hall.
JUSTIN BLAKE, Rancho Mirage, requested the City Council approve Measure J funding for the Palm Springs Auditorium project.
JOY BROWN MEREDITH, requested the City Council approve Item 5.A. regarding maintenance in the Downtown and Uptown areas, and announced the upcoming parade season in the City of Palm Springs.
DAVID MARTIN, commented on programs for adoptions and foster children, and announced the upcoming events.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on the Plaza Theatre and its ongoing operation.
Councilmember Foat announced the upcoming Flu Clinic at the Mizell Senior Center.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.H., and 2.I. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.H., and 2.I. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF LYNNE BUSHORE FROM THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES:
Item 2D No Staff Report
2.F. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF NATURAL GAS:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. APPROVE AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DECISION BY DONALD SKEOCH TO OVERTURN THE DENIAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A LIGHTED TENNIS COURT AT THE ESTANCIAS DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 3182 LAS BRISAS WAY (CASE 5.1285 CUP):
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. AIR SERVICE INCENTIVE PROGRAM FUNDING FOR DELTA AIR LINES AND SUN COUNTRY AIRLINES:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR A PORTION OF EL CIELO ROAD, SHOWN AS PARCEL 1 AND PARCEL 2 ON PARCEL MAP 7883, BK 25/15 (FILE R 13-10):
Item 2I Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.E. INITIATE AN AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE REGARDING CHURCHES IN VARIOUS ZONES:
Item 2E Staff Report
Mayor Pougnet requested City Staff include local religious establishments in the development of an ordinance.
Motion to approved Initiate a Zone Text Amendment pursuant to Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 92.07.01.A.1.b regarding churches and refer to the Planning Commission. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Initiate a Zone Text Amendment pursuant to Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 92.07.01.A.1.b regarding ch
2.J. ADOPT THE CITY'S INVESTMENT POLICY GOVERNING THE INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS:
Item 2J Staff Report
Councilmember Hutcheson thanked City Staff for the inclusion of social responsibility policies.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23448, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN INVESTMENT POLICY GOVERNING THE INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS," amending the resolution by adding a Section 2 to supersede all other adopted Investment Policies. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23448, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 MEASURE J PROJECT/PROGRAM FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS AND CERTAIN MULTI-YEAR PROJECTS:
Item 4A Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Councilmember Foat commented on the review of the Tahquitz Creek Master Plan and requested the triangle parcel be improved and requested the Measure J Commission review the funding of the improvements.
Motion to approved 1) Approve appropriations for certain projects and/or program funding for Fiscal Year 2013-14 in the amount of $4,835,400; 2) Approve funding for two multi-year projects in the amount of $1,291,000 for Fiscal Year 2014-15 and $1,000,000 for Fiscal Year 2015-16; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all budget transfers necessary to effectuate the City Council action on appropriations. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Approve appropriations for certain projects and/or program funding for Fiscal Year 2013-14 in the am
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE 2013-14 ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN TO REORGANIZE THE CITY'S VARIOUS MAINTENANCE DIVISIONS AND PROVIDE FOR A DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE AND FACILITIES:
Item 5A Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Councilmember Foat requested the Downtown Maintenance Supervisor include Uptown.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills questioned if the Parks Supervisor includes parkways, and requested the City Manager review the Downtown Administrator contract and insure the funding for all services that will be needed for the Downtown Administrator.
Mayor Pougnet noted the reorganization would provide additional time for the Public Works Department to focus on Measure J and other capital projects.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23449, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION 23340;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this action, including creation of the new Maintenance and Facilities Department and the consolidation of Facilities, Parks Maintenance and Downtown Maintenance in the City's budget and accounting systems. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23449, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
5.B. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT FOR TOURISM AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES WITH SMG FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF THE PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER AND THE PALM SPRINGS BUREAU OF TOURISM, FOR A PERIOD ENDING JUNE 30, 2018:
Item 5B Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet questioned SMG Staff on the loss of the SMG contract for the City of Los Angeles.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Council be provided goals prior to any meeting that the Bureau of Tourism provides update reports, and noted the concept of incentive payments be incorporated into other types of City contracts.
Councilmember Foat thanked the SMG staff, requested the City Council be notified and updated when goals are accomplished, and requested the City Council receive documentation that the job has been successfully accomplished prior to contract extensions.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills commented on the increase in TOT, increase in airport usage, and Downtown activity, and thanked the Bureau of Tourism for their service, but requested a base be installed for the sign.
Councilmember Lewin stated the facility is well maintained and is efficiently operated, and thanked SMG staff.
Mayor Pougnet requested SMG Administration provide routine updates to the City Council and other stakeholders.
Motion to approved 1) Approve a five-year agreement for Tourism and Convention Center Management Services, with two five-year city-optional extensions, by and between the City of Palm Springs, a Municipal Corporation, and SMG, a Pennsylvania General Partnership; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6410. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Approve a five-year agreement for Tourism and Convention Center Management Services, with two five-y
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet requested the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism update other Managers and tourism partners in the Coachella Valley, and review a concentrated marketing effort with the Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Councilmember Lewin requested the City review the installation of the decorative fencing during construction of the Downtown Revitalization Project.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested City Staff address the damaged City sculpture on the Gene Autry Trail median.
Councilmember Foat requested an update on the Carnell building and the recent fire.
Mayor Pougnet thanked the Preservation Foundation for identifying five vacant historic properties, and stated the City Manager is working on bringing forth a discussion on the Vacant Building Ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills commented on the methods to secure vacant buildings according to Fire Code.
Councilmember Foat requested the Fire Chief report on the causes of the fire at the Carnell building and the recent church fire.
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 5 members Present, 0 members Absent, 0 members Excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council consider a motion to continue Public Hearing Item 1.A.
Councilmember Foat noted her business related abstention on Item 2.C. Warrant Nos. 1066017 and 1066164.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.E. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PRAETOR INVESTMENT, LLC, FOR AN AMENDMENT TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 333 (PDD 333) AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP (TPM 35236) FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 200-ROOM HOTEL, 50 RESIDENTIAL UNITS AND A PARKING STRUCTURE LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF AVENIDA CABALLEROS AND AMADO ROAD:
Item 1A Staff Report Part 1 Pages 1-33
Item 1A Staff Report Part 2 Pages 34-45
Item 1A Tract Map
Item 1A Color Renderings Part 1
Item 1A Color Renderings Part 2
Item 1A Color Renderings Part 3
Motion to approved 1) Continue the Public Hearing to November 6, 2013; 2) Refer to the Planning Commission for Public Hearing; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to re-notice the City Council Public Hearing. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Continue the Public Hearing to November 6, 2013; 2) Refer to the Planning Commission for Public Hear
1.B. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO SEWER CONSTRUCTION REFUND AGREEMENT NO. A3283 FOR A 20-YEAR EXTENSION WITH MICHAEL SIRELSON:
Item 1B Staff Report
Item 1B Map
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Lewin questioned if any of the properties are developed, stated the City carried out its duties for the 20-year period, and does not feel the agreement should be extended for another 20-years.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address if there is any cost to the City to administer this agreement, and requested the City Council consider adding an administrative fee to the agreement.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills noted the history and development of these types of reimbursement agreements, and stated the burden should be on the original developer of the sewer to pay for the entire investment.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Sewer Construction Refund Agreement No. A3283 for a 20-year extension with Michael Sirelson; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, subject to the City recouping the its costs to administer the agreement; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to record the executed Amendment with the Riverside County Recorder’s Office. A3283. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Sewer Construction Refund Agreement No. A3283 for a 20-year extension wit
1.C. THE BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS ON BEHALF OF DIANA BOW AND LUCILLE BOW, ALLOTTEES, PROPOSING A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP APPLICATION TO SUBDIVIDE A ROUGHLY FIVE (5) ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO CONFORMING PARCELS AND A CLASS 15 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (MINOR LAND DIVISIONS) PURSUANT TO CEQA FOR A PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF ACANTO ROAD AND EAST OF LAS BRISAS WAY (CASE TPM 36431):
Item 1C Staff Report
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23439, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBDIVIDING A ROUGHLY FIVE (5) ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO CONFORMING LOTS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF ACANTO ROAD AND EAST OF LAS BRISAS WAY, APN 512-220-006, ALLOTMENT 80C, ZONE R-1-B, CANYON SOUTH SPECIFIC PLAN, SECTION 35 (IL) (CASE TPM 36431).” Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23439, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MELINDA MARINOFF, Palm Springs, commented on the future of the Plaza Theatre.
TIMOTHY SIGLE, Palm Springs, commented on the Measure J request for the installation of a pavilion at Ruth Hardy Park.
LARRY BLOCK, West Hollywood, commented on the recent opening of Block Party in Downtown Palm Springs, and requested the City Council install a Rainbow Flag at City Hall.
JUSTIN BLAKE, Rancho Mirage, requested the City Council approve Measure J funding for the Palm Springs Auditorium project.
JOY BROWN MEREDITH, requested the City Council approve Item 5.A. regarding maintenance in the Downtown and Uptown areas, and announced the upcoming parade season in the City of Palm Springs.
DAVID MARTIN, commented on programs for adoptions and foster children, and announced the upcoming events.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on the Plaza Theatre and its ongoing operation.
Councilmember Foat announced the upcoming Flu Clinic at the Mizell Senior Center.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.H., and 2.I. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.H., and 2.I. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF LYNNE BUSHORE FROM THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES:
Item 2D No Staff Report
2.F. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF NATURAL GAS:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. APPROVE AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DECISION BY DONALD SKEOCH TO OVERTURN THE DENIAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A LIGHTED TENNIS COURT AT THE ESTANCIAS DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 3182 LAS BRISAS WAY (CASE 5.1285 CUP):
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. AIR SERVICE INCENTIVE PROGRAM FUNDING FOR DELTA AIR LINES AND SUN COUNTRY AIRLINES:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR A PORTION OF EL CIELO ROAD, SHOWN AS PARCEL 1 AND PARCEL 2 ON PARCEL MAP 7883, BK 25/15 (FILE R 13-10):
Item 2I Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.E. INITIATE AN AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE REGARDING CHURCHES IN VARIOUS ZONES:
Item 2E Staff Report
Mayor Pougnet requested City Staff include local religious establishments in the development of an ordinance.
Motion to approved Initiate a Zone Text Amendment pursuant to Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 92.07.01.A.1.b regarding churches and refer to the Planning Commission. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Initiate a Zone Text Amendment pursuant to Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 92.07.01.A.1.b regarding ch
2.J. ADOPT THE CITY'S INVESTMENT POLICY GOVERNING THE INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS:
Item 2J Staff Report
Councilmember Hutcheson thanked City Staff for the inclusion of social responsibility policies.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23448, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN INVESTMENT POLICY GOVERNING THE INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS," amending the resolution by adding a Section 2 to supersede all other adopted Investment Policies. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23448, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 MEASURE J PROJECT/PROGRAM FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS AND CERTAIN MULTI-YEAR PROJECTS:
Item 4A Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Councilmember Foat commented on the review of the Tahquitz Creek Master Plan and requested the triangle parcel be improved and requested the Measure J Commission review the funding of the improvements.
Motion to approved 1) Approve appropriations for certain projects and/or program funding for Fiscal Year 2013-14 in the amount of $4,835,400; 2) Approve funding for two multi-year projects in the amount of $1,291,000 for Fiscal Year 2014-15 and $1,000,000 for Fiscal Year 2015-16; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all budget transfers necessary to effectuate the City Council action on appropriations. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Approve appropriations for certain projects and/or program funding for Fiscal Year 2013-14 in the am
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE 2013-14 ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN TO REORGANIZE THE CITY'S VARIOUS MAINTENANCE DIVISIONS AND PROVIDE FOR A DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE AND FACILITIES:
Item 5A Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Councilmember Foat requested the Downtown Maintenance Supervisor include Uptown.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills questioned if the Parks Supervisor includes parkways, and requested the City Manager review the Downtown Administrator contract and insure the funding for all services that will be needed for the Downtown Administrator.
Mayor Pougnet noted the reorganization would provide additional time for the Public Works Department to focus on Measure J and other capital projects.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23449, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14, ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION 23340;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this action, including creation of the new Maintenance and Facilities Department and the consolidation of Facilities, Parks Maintenance and Downtown Maintenance in the City's budget and accounting systems. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23449, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
5.B. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT FOR TOURISM AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES WITH SMG FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF THE PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER AND THE PALM SPRINGS BUREAU OF TOURISM, FOR A PERIOD ENDING JUNE 30, 2018:
Item 5B Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated October 2, 2013.
Mayor Pougnet questioned SMG Staff on the loss of the SMG contract for the City of Los Angeles.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Council be provided goals prior to any meeting that the Bureau of Tourism provides update reports, and noted the concept of incentive payments be incorporated into other types of City contracts.
Councilmember Foat thanked the SMG staff, requested the City Council be notified and updated when goals are accomplished, and requested the City Council receive documentation that the job has been successfully accomplished prior to contract extensions.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills commented on the increase in TOT, increase in airport usage, and Downtown activity, and thanked the Bureau of Tourism for their service, but requested a base be installed for the sign.
Councilmember Lewin stated the facility is well maintained and is efficiently operated, and thanked SMG staff.
Mayor Pougnet requested SMG Administration provide routine updates to the City Council and other stakeholders.
Motion to approved 1) Approve a five-year agreement for Tourism and Convention Center Management Services, with two five-year city-optional extensions, by and between the City of Palm Springs, a Municipal Corporation, and SMG, a Pennsylvania General Partnership; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6410. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Approve a five-year agreement for Tourism and Convention Center Management Services, with two five-y
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet requested the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism update other Managers and tourism partners in the Coachella Valley, and review a concentrated marketing effort with the Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Councilmember Lewin requested the City review the installation of the decorative fencing during construction of the Downtown Revitalization Project.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills requested City Staff address the damaged City sculpture on the Gene Autry Trail median.
Councilmember Foat requested an update on the Carnell building and the recent fire.
Mayor Pougnet thanked the Preservation Foundation for identifying five vacant historic properties, and stated the City Manager is working on bringing forth a discussion on the Vacant Building Ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tem Mills commented on the methods to secure vacant buildings according to Fire Code.
Councilmember Foat requested the Fire Chief report on the causes of the fire at the Carnell building and the recent church fire.
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