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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Lewin requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to adopted Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to adopted Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPROVE TWO HOTEL OPERATIONS COVENANT AGREEMENTS WITH THE WALTER FAMILY PARTNERSHIP (HILTON PALM SPRINGS) AND TWO BLACK FLATCOATS, INC. (SPARROWS HOTEL) PURSUANT TO THE CITY'S HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
Item 1A Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to adopted 1) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Walter Family Partnership (Hilton Palm Springs) located at 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way; 2) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Two Black Flatcoats, Inc. (Sparrows Hotel) located at 1330 East Palm Canyon Drive; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6514. A6515. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to adopted 1) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Walter Family Partnership (Hilton Palm Springs) located at 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way; 2) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Two Black Flatcoats, Inc. (Sparrows Hotel) located at 1330 East Palm Canyon Drive; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6514. A6515. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MARTIN GREENWOOD, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
NANCY LOGAN, commented on the proposed closure of the Palm Springs office of the Southern California Gas Company.
JERRY GONZALES, commented on the proposed closure of the Palm Springs office of the Southern California Gas Company.
JOHN FITZPATRICK, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
KELLY AMMA, commented on the application process for a medical cannabis permit.
JOHN WIRTANER, commented on cost of trash service with PSDS.
DAVID LINTZ, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
NIKOHL VANDEL, commented on the recent Dowtown/Uptown ordinance adopted.
PAT WALTERS, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
RICHARD MEDINA, commented on the proposed closure of the Palm Springs office of the Southern California Gas Company.
KATHY WEREMIUK, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
LISA MIDDLETON, commented on Item 5.B. regarding the street overlay and reconstruction project.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on the relocation of the College of the Desert Western Campus and the development of infrastructure.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pougnet requested the City Manager follow-up on the proposed closure of the Southern California Gas Company office in the City of Palm Springs, and the status of the current litigation with ABCD.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the proposed closure of the Southern California Gas Company in the City of Palm Springs.
Councilmember Foat commented on the proposed closure of the Southern California Gas Company in the City of Palm Springs.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to adopted Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., and 2.K. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to adopted Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., and 2.K. (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. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE CITY OF INDIO TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2014:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6465 WITH URRUTIA A.I.A. AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT REMODEL PROJECT:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. ACCEPT FAA GRANT NO. 3-06-0818-051-2014 FOR AIRPORT PROJECTS, AMEND FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 BUDGET, AWARD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR THE DESIGN OF RUNWAY 13/31 PAVEMENT REHABILITATION AND DESIGN OF TERMINAL SYSTEMS IMPROVEMENTS:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.H. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. APPROVAL OF TRACT MAP 32233 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH CDCG ESCENA LLC AND BEAZER HOMES HOLDINGS CORP. FOR A 72-LOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNIT TRACT MAP LOCATED ON 14.374 ACRES ON THE NORTHEAST SIDE OF PASSAGE STREET:
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. AUTHORIZE MEASURE J FUNDING OF THE MAINTENANCE OF TRASH RECEPTACLES AND DOG STATIONS AT FIVE CITY TRAILHEADS:
Item 2J Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE THE DONATION OF TWO POLICE DEPARTMENT FORD CROWN VICTORIA VEHICLES TO COLLEGE OF THE DESERT PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY:
Item 2K Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.G. SPECIAL CHANGE ORDER AND CONTRACTING AUTHORITY FOR THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT:
Item 2G Staff Report
The City Council discussed limiting the authority for a specific period of time such as two-years, and requested the City Manager provide periodic updates and reporting to the City Council.
Motion to adopted Adopt Resolution No. 23529, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING THE CITY MANAGER LIMITED SPECIAL CHANGE ORDER AND CONTRACTING AUTHORITY TO ENSURE THE TIMELY AND/OR SAFE COMPLETION OF THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT,"
amending the Resolution to add a Section 4 to read "This resolution shall expire in two-years from the date of adoption and shall no longer be in force or effect, unless otherwise extended by the City Council."
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to adopted Adopt Resolution No. 23529, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING THE CITY MANAGER LIMITED SPECIAL CHANGE ORDER AND CONTRACTING AUTHORITY TO ENSURE THE TIMELY AND/OR SAFE COMPLETION OF THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT,"
amending the Resolution to add a Section 4 to read "This resolution shall expire in two-years from the date of adoption and shall no longer be in force or effect, unless otherwise extended by the City Council."
(Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 11.74.041 OF, AND REPEALING EXCEPTION (5) OF SECTION 8.04.220 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO HOURS OF OPERATION OF REGULAR MOWING OR GROOMING OF GOLF COURSES, GRASS TENNIS COURTS, GRASS CROQUET COURTS, AND LAWN BOWLING AREAS:
Item 3A Staff Report
City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
Motion to adopted Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce Ordinance No. 1851, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 11.74.041 OF, AND REPEALING EXCEPTION (5) OF SECTION 8.04.220 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO HOURS OF OPERATION OF REGULAR MOWING OR GROOMING OF GOLF COURSES, GRASS TENNIS COURTS, GRASS CROQUET COURTS, AND LAWN BOWLING AREAS,"
amending Section 11.74.041(4) to read "Non-emergency exterior hardscape and landscape activities, including . . . "
Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to adopted Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce Ordinance No. 1851, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 11.74.041 OF, AND REPEALING EXCEPTION (5) OF SECTION 8.04.220 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO HOURS OF OPERATION OF REGULAR MOWING OR GROOMING OF GOLF COURSES, GRASS TENNIS COURTS, GRASS CROQUET COURTS, AND LAWN BOWLING AREAS,"
amending Section 11.74.041(4) to read "Non-emergency exterior hardscape and landscape activities, including . . . "
(Approved)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. AWARD CONTRACT TO ABBOUD DIAMOND CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY REMODEL PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,100,000 (CP 13-03):
Item 5A Staff Report
Al Smoot, Special Projects Coordinator, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the project: the projected completion date of the remodel project, the addition and cost of the sprinkler system, the contractors local hires, the quality of the project, and requested staff plan an appropriate ground-breaking event and signage.
Motion to adopted 1) Approve and award the contract for the Welwood Murray Memorial Library Remodel Project (CP 13-03) to Abboud Diamond Construction, Inc., in the amount of $1,100,000; 2) Authorize the Director of Finance & Treasurer to transfer funds from Measure J Unscheduled Reserves to cover Welwood Murray Memorial Library remodel project shortfall; 3) Grant Special Change Order Authority to the Special Projects Coordinator, up to the total amount of 5% of the awarded construction contract amount subject to regular reporting to and consultation with the City Manager; and 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23537, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY REMODEL PROJECT AND FINDING THE WORK TO BE PERFORMED WILL DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTE TO THE LIBRARY USE OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY." A6518. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to adopted 1) Approve and award the contract for the Welwood Murray Memorial Library Remodel Project (CP 13-03) to Abboud Diamond Construction, Inc., in the amount of $1,100,000; 2) Authorize the Director of Finance & Treasurer to transfer funds from Measure J Unscheduled Reserves to cover Welwood Murray Memorial Library remodel project shortfall; 3) Grant Special Change Order Authority to the Special Projects Coordinator, up to the total amount of 5% of the awarded construction contract amount subject to regular reporting to and consultation with the City Manager; and 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23537, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY REMODEL PROJECT AND FINDING THE WORK TO BE PERFORMED WILL DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTE TO THE LIBRARY USE OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY." A6518. (Approved)
5.B. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE 2014 ANNUAL ASPHALT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CP 14-04):
Itm 5B Staff Report
City Manager Ready and Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
Motion to adopted 1) Approve the Plans, Specifications, and working details for the 2014 Annual Overlay and Reconstruction Project and authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids (CP 14-04); and 2) Approve additional Measure J funds in the amount of $300,000 for street improvements at Via Las Palmas (from Vista Vespero to Via Monte Vista), Sonora Drive (from S. Palm Canyon Drive to Calle Palo Fierro), and San Rafael Drive (from Virginia Street to North Indian Canyon Drive) as recommended by the Palm Springs Neighborhood Involvement Committee (PSNIC). Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to adopted 1) Approve the Plans, Specifications, and working details for the 2014 Annual Overlay and Reconstruction Project and authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids (CP 14-04); and 2) Approve additional Measure J funds in the amount of $300,000 for street improvements at Via Las Palmas (from Vista Vespero to Via Monte Vista), Sonora Drive (from S. Palm Canyon Drive to Calle Palo Fierro), and San Rafael Drive (from Virginia Street to North Indian Canyon Drive) as recommended by the Palm Springs Neighborhood Involvement Committee (PSNIC). (Approved)
5.C. TRANSMITTAL OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET FOR GENERAL FUND AND GOLF FUND AND CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF A MULTI-YEAR STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN FOR CITY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND QUALITY OF LIFE ENHANCEMENTS RELATED TO MEASURE J FUNDING:
Item 5C Staff Report
Item 5C Materials to Follow
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the budget: the cost of new positions and does the cost include benefits, requested City Staff review the amount of $1.9 million in unallocated projects and reserves, and commented on the success of the economic incentive programs.
No action taken.
5.D. APPOINTMENT OF CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES TO SCREEN COMMISSION AND BOARD APPLICATIONS, TO DETERMINE QUALIFIED APPLICANTS AS PART OF THE 2014 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
Item 5D Staff Report
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: the gender gap on City commissions and board.
Motion to adopted 1) Waive the procedures in Resolution No. 18804 Section 7(b), for the 2014 Annual Recruitment process, to allow for the City Council as a whole, to participate in the screening and interview of applicants for the Historic Site Preservation Board, Measure "J" Oversight Commission, and the Planning Commission; 2) Waive the procedures in Resolution No. 18804 Section 7(b), for the 2014 Annual Recruitment process that provides for the Mayor to select and participate in all subcommittees; and 3) Appoint two-member ad hoc City Council Subcommittees to screen and interview applicants for the following Commission and Boards:
Administrative Appeals Board Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat
Airport Commission Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills
Board of Appeals Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat
Board of Library Trustees Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Lewin
Human Rights Commission Councilmember Mills and Councilmember Lewin
Parks & Recreation Commission Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills
Personnel Board Mayor Pougnet and Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson
Public Arts Commission Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin
Rent Review Commission Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills
Sustainability Commission Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin
VillageFest Board Councilmember Foat and Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to adopted 1) Waive the procedures in Resolution No. 18804 Section 7(b), for the 2014 Annual Recruitment process, to allow for the City Council as a whole, to participate in the screening and interview of applicants for the Historic Site Preservation Board, Measure "J" Oversight Commission, and the Planning Commission; 2) Waive the procedures in Resolution No. 18804 Section 7(b), for the 2014 Annual Recruitment process that provides for the Mayor to select and participate in all subcommittees; and 3) Appoint two-member ad hoc City Council Subcommittees to screen and interview applicants for the following Commission and Boards:
Administrative Appeals Board Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat
Airport Commission Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills
Board of Appeals Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat
Board of Library Trustees Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Lewin
Human Rights Commission Councilmember Mills and Councilmember Lewin
Parks & Recreation Commission Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills
Personnel Board Mayor Pougnet and Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson
Public Arts Commission Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin
Rent Review Commission Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills
Sustainability Commission Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin
VillageFest Board Councilmember Foat and Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson (Approved)
5.E. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO THE AD HOC CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY SUBCOMMITTEE:
Item 5E No Staff Report
ACTION:
Appoint Councilmember Lewin and Councilmember Mills to the ad hoc City Council Public Safety Facility Subcommittee.
By unanimous consent of the City Council.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Foat commented on the programs at Roy's Desert Resource Center.
ADJOURNMENT:
Apr 16, 2014 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Lewin requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to adopted Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to adopted Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPROVE TWO HOTEL OPERATIONS COVENANT AGREEMENTS WITH THE WALTER FAMILY PARTNERSHIP (HILTON PALM SPRINGS) AND TWO BLACK FLATCOATS, INC. (SPARROWS HOTEL) PURSUANT TO THE CITY'S HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
Item 1A Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
Motion to adopted 1) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Walter Family Partnership (Hilton Palm Springs) located at 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way; 2) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Two Black Flatcoats, Inc. (Sparrows Hotel) located at 1330 East Palm Canyon Drive; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6514. A6515. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to adopted 1) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Walter Family Partnership (Hilton Palm Springs) located at 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way; 2) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Two Black Flatcoats, Inc. (Sparrows Hotel) located at 1330 East Palm Canyon Drive; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6514. A6515. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MARTIN GREENWOOD, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
NANCY LOGAN, commented on the proposed closure of the Palm Springs office of the Southern California Gas Company.
JERRY GONZALES, commented on the proposed closure of the Palm Springs office of the Southern California Gas Company.
JOHN FITZPATRICK, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
KELLY AMMA, commented on the application process for a medical cannabis permit.
JOHN WIRTANER, commented on cost of trash service with PSDS.
DAVID LINTZ, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
NIKOHL VANDEL, commented on the recent Dowtown/Uptown ordinance adopted.
PAT WALTERS, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
RICHARD MEDINA, commented on the proposed closure of the Palm Springs office of the Southern California Gas Company.
KATHY WEREMIUK, commented on Item 3.A. regarding maintenance on golf courses and requested the City Council approve the proposed ordinance.
LISA MIDDLETON, commented on Item 5.B. regarding the street overlay and reconstruction project.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on the relocation of the College of the Desert Western Campus and the development of infrastructure.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pougnet requested the City Manager follow-up on the proposed closure of the Southern California Gas Company office in the City of Palm Springs, and the status of the current litigation with ABCD.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the proposed closure of the Southern California Gas Company in the City of Palm Springs.
Councilmember Foat commented on the proposed closure of the Southern California Gas Company in the City of Palm Springs.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to adopted Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., and 2.K. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to adopted Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., and 2.K. (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. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE CITY OF INDIO TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2014:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6465 WITH URRUTIA A.I.A. AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT REMODEL PROJECT:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. ACCEPT FAA GRANT NO. 3-06-0818-051-2014 FOR AIRPORT PROJECTS, AMEND FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 BUDGET, AWARD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR THE DESIGN OF RUNWAY 13/31 PAVEMENT REHABILITATION AND DESIGN OF TERMINAL SYSTEMS IMPROVEMENTS:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.H. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. APPROVAL OF TRACT MAP 32233 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH CDCG ESCENA LLC AND BEAZER HOMES HOLDINGS CORP. FOR A 72-LOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNIT TRACT MAP LOCATED ON 14.374 ACRES ON THE NORTHEAST SIDE OF PASSAGE STREET:
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. AUTHORIZE MEASURE J FUNDING OF THE MAINTENANCE OF TRASH RECEPTACLES AND DOG STATIONS AT FIVE CITY TRAILHEADS:
Item 2J Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE THE DONATION OF TWO POLICE DEPARTMENT FORD CROWN VICTORIA VEHICLES TO COLLEGE OF THE DESERT PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY:
Item 2K Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.G. SPECIAL CHANGE ORDER AND CONTRACTING AUTHORITY FOR THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT:
Item 2G Staff Report
The City Council discussed limiting the authority for a specific period of time such as two-years, and requested the City Manager provide periodic updates and reporting to the City Council.
Motion to adopted Adopt Resolution No. 23529, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING THE CITY MANAGER LIMITED SPECIAL CHANGE ORDER AND CONTRACTING AUTHORITY TO ENSURE THE TIMELY AND/OR SAFE COMPLETION OF THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT,"
amending the Resolution to add a Section 4 to read "This resolution shall expire in two-years from the date of adoption and shall no longer be in force or effect, unless otherwise extended by the City Council."
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to adopted Adopt Resolution No. 23529, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING THE CITY MANAGER LIMITED SPECIAL CHANGE ORDER AND CONTRACTING AUTHORITY TO ENSURE THE TIMELY AND/OR SAFE COMPLETION OF THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT,"
amending the Resolution to add a Section 4 to read "This resolution shall expire in two-years from the date of adoption and shall no longer be in force or effect, unless otherwise extended by the City Council."
(Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 11.74.041 OF, AND REPEALING EXCEPTION (5) OF SECTION 8.04.220 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO HOURS OF OPERATION OF REGULAR MOWING OR GROOMING OF GOLF COURSES, GRASS TENNIS COURTS, GRASS CROQUET COURTS, AND LAWN BOWLING AREAS:
Item 3A Staff Report
City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
Motion to adopted Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce Ordinance No. 1851, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 11.74.041 OF, AND REPEALING EXCEPTION (5) OF SECTION 8.04.220 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO HOURS OF OPERATION OF REGULAR MOWING OR GROOMING OF GOLF COURSES, GRASS TENNIS COURTS, GRASS CROQUET COURTS, AND LAWN BOWLING AREAS,"
amending Section 11.74.041(4) to read "Non-emergency exterior hardscape and landscape activities, including . . . "
Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to adopted Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only and introduce Ordinance No. 1851, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 11.74.041 OF, AND REPEALING EXCEPTION (5) OF SECTION 8.04.220 OF, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO HOURS OF OPERATION OF REGULAR MOWING OR GROOMING OF GOLF COURSES, GRASS TENNIS COURTS, GRASS CROQUET COURTS, AND LAWN BOWLING AREAS,"
amending Section 11.74.041(4) to read "Non-emergency exterior hardscape and landscape activities, including . . . "
(Approved)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. AWARD CONTRACT TO ABBOUD DIAMOND CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY REMODEL PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,100,000 (CP 13-03):
Item 5A Staff Report
Al Smoot, Special Projects Coordinator, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the project: the projected completion date of the remodel project, the addition and cost of the sprinkler system, the contractors local hires, the quality of the project, and requested staff plan an appropriate ground-breaking event and signage.
Motion to adopted 1) Approve and award the contract for the Welwood Murray Memorial Library Remodel Project (CP 13-03) to Abboud Diamond Construction, Inc., in the amount of $1,100,000; 2) Authorize the Director of Finance & Treasurer to transfer funds from Measure J Unscheduled Reserves to cover Welwood Murray Memorial Library remodel project shortfall; 3) Grant Special Change Order Authority to the Special Projects Coordinator, up to the total amount of 5% of the awarded construction contract amount subject to regular reporting to and consultation with the City Manager; and 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23537, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY REMODEL PROJECT AND FINDING THE WORK TO BE PERFORMED WILL DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTE TO THE LIBRARY USE OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY." A6518. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to adopted 1) Approve and award the contract for the Welwood Murray Memorial Library Remodel Project (CP 13-03) to Abboud Diamond Construction, Inc., in the amount of $1,100,000; 2) Authorize the Director of Finance & Treasurer to transfer funds from Measure J Unscheduled Reserves to cover Welwood Murray Memorial Library remodel project shortfall; 3) Grant Special Change Order Authority to the Special Projects Coordinator, up to the total amount of 5% of the awarded construction contract amount subject to regular reporting to and consultation with the City Manager; and 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23537, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY REMODEL PROJECT AND FINDING THE WORK TO BE PERFORMED WILL DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTE TO THE LIBRARY USE OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY." A6518. (Approved)
5.B. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE 2014 ANNUAL ASPHALT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CP 14-04):
Itm 5B Staff Report
City Manager Ready and Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
Motion to adopted 1) Approve the Plans, Specifications, and working details for the 2014 Annual Overlay and Reconstruction Project and authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids (CP 14-04); and 2) Approve additional Measure J funds in the amount of $300,000 for street improvements at Via Las Palmas (from Vista Vespero to Via Monte Vista), Sonora Drive (from S. Palm Canyon Drive to Calle Palo Fierro), and San Rafael Drive (from Virginia Street to North Indian Canyon Drive) as recommended by the Palm Springs Neighborhood Involvement Committee (PSNIC). Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to adopted 1) Approve the Plans, Specifications, and working details for the 2014 Annual Overlay and Reconstruction Project and authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids (CP 14-04); and 2) Approve additional Measure J funds in the amount of $300,000 for street improvements at Via Las Palmas (from Vista Vespero to Via Monte Vista), Sonora Drive (from S. Palm Canyon Drive to Calle Palo Fierro), and San Rafael Drive (from Virginia Street to North Indian Canyon Drive) as recommended by the Palm Springs Neighborhood Involvement Committee (PSNIC). (Approved)
5.C. TRANSMITTAL OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET FOR GENERAL FUND AND GOLF FUND AND CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF A MULTI-YEAR STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN FOR CITY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND QUALITY OF LIFE ENHANCEMENTS RELATED TO MEASURE J FUNDING:
Item 5C Staff Report
Item 5C Materials to Follow
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated April 16, 2014.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the budget: the cost of new positions and does the cost include benefits, requested City Staff review the amount of $1.9 million in unallocated projects and reserves, and commented on the success of the economic incentive programs.
No action taken.
5.D. APPOINTMENT OF CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES TO SCREEN COMMISSION AND BOARD APPLICATIONS, TO DETERMINE QUALIFIED APPLICANTS AS PART OF THE 2014 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
Item 5D Staff Report
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: the gender gap on City commissions and board.
Motion to adopted 1) Waive the procedures in Resolution No. 18804 Section 7(b), for the 2014 Annual Recruitment process, to allow for the City Council as a whole, to participate in the screening and interview of applicants for the Historic Site Preservation Board, Measure "J" Oversight Commission, and the Planning Commission; 2) Waive the procedures in Resolution No. 18804 Section 7(b), for the 2014 Annual Recruitment process that provides for the Mayor to select and participate in all subcommittees; and 3) Appoint two-member ad hoc City Council Subcommittees to screen and interview applicants for the following Commission and Boards:
Administrative Appeals Board Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat
Airport Commission Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills
Board of Appeals Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat
Board of Library Trustees Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Lewin
Human Rights Commission Councilmember Mills and Councilmember Lewin
Parks & Recreation Commission Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills
Personnel Board Mayor Pougnet and Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson
Public Arts Commission Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin
Rent Review Commission Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills
Sustainability Commission Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin
VillageFest Board Councilmember Foat and Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to adopted 1) Waive the procedures in Resolution No. 18804 Section 7(b), for the 2014 Annual Recruitment process, to allow for the City Council as a whole, to participate in the screening and interview of applicants for the Historic Site Preservation Board, Measure "J" Oversight Commission, and the Planning Commission; 2) Waive the procedures in Resolution No. 18804 Section 7(b), for the 2014 Annual Recruitment process that provides for the Mayor to select and participate in all subcommittees; and 3) Appoint two-member ad hoc City Council Subcommittees to screen and interview applicants for the following Commission and Boards:
Administrative Appeals Board Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat
Airport Commission Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Mills
Board of Appeals Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat
Board of Library Trustees Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Lewin
Human Rights Commission Councilmember Mills and Councilmember Lewin
Parks & Recreation Commission Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills
Personnel Board Mayor Pougnet and Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson
Public Arts Commission Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin
Rent Review Commission Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills
Sustainability Commission Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Councilmember Lewin
VillageFest Board Councilmember Foat and Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson (Approved)
5.E. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO THE AD HOC CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY SUBCOMMITTEE:
Item 5E No Staff Report
ACTION:
Appoint Councilmember Lewin and Councilmember Mills to the ad hoc City Council Public Safety Facility Subcommittee.
By unanimous consent of the City Council.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Foat commented on the programs at Roy's Desert Resource Center.
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