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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:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council consider withdrawing from the Agenda Item 2.M., and remove Item 2.N. from the Consent Calendar for a staff report.
Councilmember Lewin requested Items 2.D., 2.G., 2.H. and 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Item 2.F. Warrant No. 1070880, and requested Item 2.G. and Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PLACEMENT OF DELINQUENT WASTE DISPOSAL CHARGES ON THE COUNTY TAX ROLLS AS A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT:
Item 1A Staff Report
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated May 21, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, recommended the City Council review all the accounts for hardships.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23550, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING CERTAIN WASTE DISPOSAL ACCOUNTS TO BE DELINQUENT AND DIRECTING THE PLACEMENT OF THESE ACCOUNTS ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 COUNTY PROPERTY TAX ROLLS FOR COLLECTION.” Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23550, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
1.B. REVIEW OF THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION'S DECISION OF APRIL 10, 2014, TO DECLINE THE DONATION OF A SECOND "R. HERO" SCULPTURE FOR PLACEMENT AT A FIRE STATION FACILITY:
Item 1B Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated May 21, 2014.
KAREN BARONE, commented on the development of the artwork and its purpose, and requested the City Council accept the donation.
TONY BARONE, requested the City Council accept the donation.
KATHARINE JOHNSON, stated the Palm Springs Fire Station is currently developing artwork for a station as a Firefighter 9-11 Memorial.
Councilmember Foat commented on the decision of the Public Arts Commission and stated the symbolism was not a part of the discussion, stated the piece was donated by a large art donor to the City, and requested the City Council consider accepting the artwork.
Councilmember Lewin stated the Public Arts Commission did its best job according to the Code, the definition of uniqueness of art, and commented on the memorial in process with the Fire Department.
Motion to approved 1) Overturn the decision of the Public Arts Commission and accept the donation of the sculpture R. Hero to the City of Palm Springs Public Art collection; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to prepare and execute a donation agreement. A6551. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Overturn the decision of the Public Arts Commission and accept the donation of the sculpture R. Hero to the City of Palm Springs Public Art collection; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to prepare and execute a donation agreement. A6551. (Approved)
1.C. REVIEW OF THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD'S (HSPB) DECISION MAY 13, 2014, TO APPROVE AS CONDITIONED THE INTERIOR DESIGN OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY (WMML):
Item 1C Staff Report
Al Smoot, Special Projects Coordinator, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated May 21, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
HARRY COURTRIGHT, Palm Springs, commented on the renovation goal of the building, the current purpose and the related current design, while the design maintains the character of the original design, and requested the City Council approve the interior design.
DAVID GRAY, requested the City Council approve the design plans as designed, commented on the renovation of the building, commented on the problems with original lighting in the building, and requested the City Council approve the interior design as submitted.
TOM DELEEUW, commented on the process before the Historic Site Preservation Board and the conditions placed on the design by the Board, and requested the City Council approve the decision of the HSPB.
GARY JOHNS, commented on the City Council decision for the project to be a renovation rather than an restoration, stated the project is a restoration, and stated the changes by the HSPB are reasonable and requested the City Council approve the design as recommended by the HSPB.
ROXANN PLOSS, commented on the discussion of the Historic Site Preservation Board, the design arrangement, stated the design is not local, commented on the logo design, the wall covering, and lighting, and requested the City Council approve the interior design as recommended by the HSPB.
KITTY KIELEY HAYES, requested the City Council consider the acceptance of the donation from the Historic Preservation Foundation donation to replace the desk.
RON WILLISON, commented on the interior arrangement, and the selection of the interior designer, and requested the City Council approve the project as submitted by the designer.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Mills commented on the code requirement for the HSPB to review the interior arrangement as opposed to the interior design, requested the City Council reconsider modifying the ordinance to define interior arrangement, commented on the approval process, and requested the City Council consider approving the interior design as submitted with a changed light fixture as bid.
Mayor Pougnet stated the City Council received many citizen comments on the proposed design, the importance of the building to the community, and the process before the City Council.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the process with the City Council ad hoc subcommittee, the intent of the City Council direction for the renovation while respecting the original building, stated the designer did a good job, and his support for the interior design plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the different opinions of the HSPB members, stated he liked the design proposal and stated he is flexible with the lighting, stated his support to move forward with the circular desk, the wall covering, and the lighting.
Councilmember Foat commented on the logo and stated she does not see it working with the 1940 design, commented on the furniture, and requested the City Council consider modifications to the light fixtures.
Councilmember Lewin requested the interior designer address the lighting fixture selection and placement, and stated he preferred the lighting design of the designer.
Councilmember Mills requested the interior designer comment on the concept design for the logo.
Motion to approved Overturn the decision of the Historic Site Preservation Board and approve the interior design and arrangement of the Welwood Murray Memorial Library, deleting the logo. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Overturn the decision of the Historic Site Preservation Board and approve the interior design and arrangement of the Welwood Murray Memorial Library, deleting the logo. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MICHAEL GREEN, commented on the Bureau of Tourism and requested the City Council approve the tourism budget as submitted.
JIM GROSS, commented on the recent awards for the City of Palm Springs PSNIC programs.
TRAVIS ARMSTRONG, stated his support for Item 2.N. and requested the City Council approve the Bike Path.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, recommended the City Council review many ordinances.
LEE WILSON JR, commented on the proposed Hero Banner program on Palm Canyon Drive.
CAROL NELSON, Palm Springs, commented on the Bike Lanes and the Sustainability Programs, and requested the City Council not spray the dog park with pesticides.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pougnet provided a report on Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Mayor Pougnet, attending the ICSC conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, pursuant to the City Council travel regulations.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Foat noted her abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.B.
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.I., 2.K., 2.L., and 2.O. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.I., 2.K., 2.L., and 2.O. (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. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1852, AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (PSZC) TO ALLOW RESTAURANTS IN HOTELS HAVING 20 ROOMS OR MORE IN THE R-3 ZONE WITH A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND APPROVING A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (CASE 5.1334 ZTA):
Item 2C Staff Report
2.E. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL 2014:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.I. GRANT OF EASEMENT TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (RCFC):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE A SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS INCENTIVE AREAS PROGRAM GRANT WITH LAWRENCE SALAMEH, LARRY'S WINE SPIRITS AND GOURMET DELI LOCATED AT 2781 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.L. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AIRPORT CAR RENTAL CONCESSION AGREEMENTS:
Item 2L Staff Report
2.O. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CATHEDRAL CITY FOR FUNDING OF THE CLEANUP PHASE OF THE EAGLE CANYON DAM BEING COMPLETED BY THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (RCFC):
Item 2O Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.D. REINTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1853, PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 93.20.00 AND 93.20.03 AND ADD CHAPTER 5.81 REGARDING THE REGULATION OF ORIGINAL ART MURALS AND APPROVING A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (CASE 5.1335 ZTA):
Item 2D Staff Report
Councilmember Lewin stated he is supportive of murals, but would vote no as the ordinance does not limit the number of murals, and may not provide sufficient guidance to the Commissions and Applicants.
Councilmember Foat stated she will be voting no as she was not present during the public hearing, and expressed concern for possible over saturation of murals.
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and re-introduce by title only, Ordinance No. 1853, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 93.20.00 AND 93.20.03 OF, AND ADDING CHAPTER 5.81 TO, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE REGULATION OF ORIGINAL ART MURALS." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and re-introduce by title only, Ordinance No. 1
2.G. AUTHORIZE A PURCHASE ORDER TO PORTFORD SOLUTIONS TO SCAN AND CONVERT BUILDING DEPARTMENT MICROFICHE TO A DIGITAL FORMAT AS A MEASURE J FUNDED PROJECT:
Item 2G Staff Report
Councilmember Lewin commented on and thanked the Palm Springs voters for approval of Measure J.
Councilmember Mills stated he would be voting no, as he recommends Measure J funds be used for Capital Improvement Projects.
Motion to approved 1) Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to Portford Solutions for the conversion of microfiche to digital format, at the per unit prices, in an amount not to exceed $60,000, pursuant to PSMC Section 7.04.030; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to Portford Solutions for the conversion of microfiche to digital format, at the per unit prices, in an amount not to exceed $60,000, pursuant to PSMC Section 7.04.030; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
Councilmember Lewin stated he has a property related conflict of interest with respect to Item 2.H., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
2.H. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE TRACT NO. 13257 PHASE 3 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (CP 13-26):
Item 2H Staff Report
Motion to approved 1) Approve an agreement with Tri-Star Contracting II, Inc. for the Tract No. 13257 Phase 3 Sewer Improvements Project in the amount of $324,482 (CP 13-26); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6548. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Approve an agreement with Tri-Star Contracting II, Inc. for the Tract No. 13257 Phase 3 Sewer Improv
Councilmember Lewin and Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
Councilmember Mills left Council Chamber.
2.J. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SUNRISE WAY/BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB/RALPHS SHOPPING CENTER DRIVEWAY TRAFFIC SIGNAL (CP 13-25):
Item 2J Staff Report
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the traffic signal: the timing with the Ramon Road traffic signal, back-up of traffic, the impact on the development, the design of the island, pedestrian safety, the installation of a crosswalk, and traffic accidents at Sunrise Way and Ramon Road.
Motion to Approve the Plans, Specifications, and working details for the Sunrise Way/Boys and Girls Club/Ralphs Shopping Center Driveway Traffic Signal, and authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids (CP 13-25). Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson The motion did not receive a seconder and was lost.
The City Council requested the traffic engineer/designer come to a future City Council meeting and explain the design and how the designer believes the traffic signal will work at the location, and requested the City Engineer review and take action on the median island.
2.M. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO LEASE AGREEMENT NO. A4821 WITH SIGNATURE FLIGHT SUPPORT:
Item 2M Staff Report
Tabled at the request of Staff.
2.N. NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE BICYCLE ROUTE PLAN AND RECOMMENDED PRIORITIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 MEASURE J FUNDING:
Item 2N Staff Report & Bike Plan
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated May 21, 2014.
Motion to approved Receive and file Bicycle Route Plan (BRP). Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Receive and file Bicycle Route Plan (BRP).
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. PRESENTATION BY THE BUREAU OF TOURISM ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 TOURISM BUDGET, CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET FOR GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL EVENTS AND SPECIAL PURPOSE AND INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS, AND A MULTI-YEAR STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN FOR CITY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND QUALITY OF LIFE ENHANCEMENT RELATED TO MEASURE J FUNDING:
Item 5A Staff Report
Mary Jo Ginter, Bureau of Tourism, provided background information as outlined in the Bureau of Tourism Budget.
The City Council discussed the Bureau of Tourism budget and proposed marketing campaign.
The City Council discussed Special Event and Sponsorship requests, and requested the City Manager include the following requests in the Fiscal Year 2014-15 budget: Run for Ike waiver of fees in the amount of $1,834; Palm Springs Pride Event increase sponsorship from $20,000 to $30,000; Well in the Desert funding to remain at $16,000; Opera Guild funding to remain at $6,000; Cultural Center funding to remain at $15,000; LGBT Center Gala in the amount of $5,000; Shelter from the Storm in the amount of $5,000 for the Transportation/Taxi Voucher Program (and not funding the Gala); AIDS Assistance Annual Evening Under the Stars in the amount of $5,000; Desert AIDS Project Steve Chase Gala in the amount of $5,000; Agua Caliente Tribe Canyons Event in the amount of $5,000; Modernism Week in the amount of $25,000; and funding the Boys & Girls Club, Black History Month, Palm Springs July 4th Celebration, Festival of Lights Parade, PSHS Homecoming Parade, Veteran's Day Parade, Mayor's Race and Wellness Festival Bike Weekend, Tour de Palm Springs (subject to approval of the safety plan by the Police Chief), and Coyote Stageworks at their current level of funding.
Councilmember Foat requested additional information on the Palm Springs Women's Jazz Festival for next year.
Councilmember Foat stated she has a business related conflict of interest with respect to the Mizell Senior Center funding, would not participate in the discussion or vote, and left Council Chamber.
The City Council discussed funding for the Mizell Senior Center, and requested the City Manager include $60,000 funding in the Fiscal Year 2014-15 budget.
Councilmember Foat returned to the dais.
Mayor Pougnet stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to the Palm Springs International Film Festival funding, would not participate in the discussion or vote, and left Council Chamber. Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson conducted this portion of the meeting.
The City Council discussed funding for the Palm Springs International Film Festival, and requested the City Manager include $350,000 funding in the Fiscal Year 2014-15 budget.
Mayor Pougnet returned to the dais.
City Manager Ready provided background information on alternatives to Street Improvement funding.
The City Council discussed street funding and requested the City Manager include Measure A debt service and an annual Measure J allocation of $2 million for six years.
The City Council discussed the funding of the Bike Route Plan and requested the City Manager provide for the first two-years of funding for the Bike Route Plan.
Motion to approved Direct the City Clerk to provide notice, pursuant to City Charter Section 902, for the City Council public hearing at the regular meeting of June 4, 2014. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Direct the City Clerk to provide notice, pursuant to City Charter Section 902, for the City Council public hearing at the regular meeting of June 4, 2014. (Approved)
5.B. APPOINTMENT OF VARIOUS COMMISSIONERS AND BOARD MEMBERS AS PART OF THE 2014 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Item 5B Materials to Follow
Motion to approved 1) Reappoint Fred Fabricant, Manuel Suero and Richard Stelk to the Airport Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2017; 2) Reappoint Deborah Sutton-Weiss and Wesley Rankins for the terms ending June 30, 2017, and Appoint Suzanne Reynolds to the Human Rights Commission for the term ending June 30, 2017; 3) Reappoint Harry Courtright to the Library Board for the term ending June 30, 2017; 4) Reappoint Joshua Edmundson for the term ending June 30, 2017, and Appoint Bonnie Ruttan to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2017; 5) Reappoint Mark Polischak for the term ending June 30, 2017, and Appoint Nate Otto, Orlando Gotay and Tara Lazar to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2017; 6) Reappoint Mary Ann Kaestner for the term ending June 30, 2017, Appoint Claire Zimmer for the term ending June 30, 2015, Appoint Marilyn Manley for the term ending June 30, 2016, and Appoint Dorothy Watson to the VillageFest Board for the term ending June 30, 2017. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Reappoint Fred Fabricant, Manuel Suero and Richard Stelk to the Airport Commission for the terms end
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills recommended Code Enforcement remove illegal temporary election signs, and requested Staff place an item on a future City Council agenda to discuss campaign sign regulations.
Councilmember Lewin requested an update on two solar projects funded by AQMD grants and requested the City Manager place an update on the next City Council agenda, and requested a review of the City Council approval on the Tahquitz Canyon Median project.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested information as part of the budget for expanded hours/days of operation at the Palm Springs Library and the Aquatics Center, and requested Staff address a dead palm tree in the 900 block of Palm Canyon and review the watering of palm trees near the Downtown Revitalization Project.
Councilmember Foat requested an update on the Uptown Crosswalk project, commented on the Human Rights Commission study on Women in the Workplace, and requested the City Manager place on a future agenda a discussion of the Palm Springs Fire Association proposal for a 9-11 memorial.
ADJOURNMENT:
May 21, 2014 City Council Meeting
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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:
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council consider withdrawing from the Agenda Item 2.M., and remove Item 2.N. from the Consent Calendar for a staff report.
Councilmember Lewin requested Items 2.D., 2.G., 2.H. and 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Item 2.F. Warrant No. 1070880, and requested Item 2.G. and Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PLACEMENT OF DELINQUENT WASTE DISPOSAL CHARGES ON THE COUNTY TAX ROLLS AS A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT:
Item 1A Staff Report
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated May 21, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, recommended the City Council review all the accounts for hardships.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23550, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING CERTAIN WASTE DISPOSAL ACCOUNTS TO BE DELINQUENT AND DIRECTING THE PLACEMENT OF THESE ACCOUNTS ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 COUNTY PROPERTY TAX ROLLS FOR COLLECTION.” Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23550, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
1.B. REVIEW OF THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION'S DECISION OF APRIL 10, 2014, TO DECLINE THE DONATION OF A SECOND "R. HERO" SCULPTURE FOR PLACEMENT AT A FIRE STATION FACILITY:
Item 1B Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated May 21, 2014.
KAREN BARONE, commented on the development of the artwork and its purpose, and requested the City Council accept the donation.
TONY BARONE, requested the City Council accept the donation.
KATHARINE JOHNSON, stated the Palm Springs Fire Station is currently developing artwork for a station as a Firefighter 9-11 Memorial.
Councilmember Foat commented on the decision of the Public Arts Commission and stated the symbolism was not a part of the discussion, stated the piece was donated by a large art donor to the City, and requested the City Council consider accepting the artwork.
Councilmember Lewin stated the Public Arts Commission did its best job according to the Code, the definition of uniqueness of art, and commented on the memorial in process with the Fire Department.
Motion to approved 1) Overturn the decision of the Public Arts Commission and accept the donation of the sculpture R. Hero to the City of Palm Springs Public Art collection; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to prepare and execute a donation agreement. A6551. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Overturn the decision of the Public Arts Commission and accept the donation of the sculpture R. Hero to the City of Palm Springs Public Art collection; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to prepare and execute a donation agreement. A6551. (Approved)
1.C. REVIEW OF THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD'S (HSPB) DECISION MAY 13, 2014, TO APPROVE AS CONDITIONED THE INTERIOR DESIGN OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY (WMML):
Item 1C Staff Report
Al Smoot, Special Projects Coordinator, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated May 21, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
HARRY COURTRIGHT, Palm Springs, commented on the renovation goal of the building, the current purpose and the related current design, while the design maintains the character of the original design, and requested the City Council approve the interior design.
DAVID GRAY, requested the City Council approve the design plans as designed, commented on the renovation of the building, commented on the problems with original lighting in the building, and requested the City Council approve the interior design as submitted.
TOM DELEEUW, commented on the process before the Historic Site Preservation Board and the conditions placed on the design by the Board, and requested the City Council approve the decision of the HSPB.
GARY JOHNS, commented on the City Council decision for the project to be a renovation rather than an restoration, stated the project is a restoration, and stated the changes by the HSPB are reasonable and requested the City Council approve the design as recommended by the HSPB.
ROXANN PLOSS, commented on the discussion of the Historic Site Preservation Board, the design arrangement, stated the design is not local, commented on the logo design, the wall covering, and lighting, and requested the City Council approve the interior design as recommended by the HSPB.
KITTY KIELEY HAYES, requested the City Council consider the acceptance of the donation from the Historic Preservation Foundation donation to replace the desk.
RON WILLISON, commented on the interior arrangement, and the selection of the interior designer, and requested the City Council approve the project as submitted by the designer.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Mills commented on the code requirement for the HSPB to review the interior arrangement as opposed to the interior design, requested the City Council reconsider modifying the ordinance to define interior arrangement, commented on the approval process, and requested the City Council consider approving the interior design as submitted with a changed light fixture as bid.
Mayor Pougnet stated the City Council received many citizen comments on the proposed design, the importance of the building to the community, and the process before the City Council.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the process with the City Council ad hoc subcommittee, the intent of the City Council direction for the renovation while respecting the original building, stated the designer did a good job, and his support for the interior design plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the different opinions of the HSPB members, stated he liked the design proposal and stated he is flexible with the lighting, stated his support to move forward with the circular desk, the wall covering, and the lighting.
Councilmember Foat commented on the logo and stated she does not see it working with the 1940 design, commented on the furniture, and requested the City Council consider modifications to the light fixtures.
Councilmember Lewin requested the interior designer address the lighting fixture selection and placement, and stated he preferred the lighting design of the designer.
Councilmember Mills requested the interior designer comment on the concept design for the logo.
Motion to approved Overturn the decision of the Historic Site Preservation Board and approve the interior design and arrangement of the Welwood Murray Memorial Library, deleting the logo. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Overturn the decision of the Historic Site Preservation Board and approve the interior design and arrangement of the Welwood Murray Memorial Library, deleting the logo. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MICHAEL GREEN, commented on the Bureau of Tourism and requested the City Council approve the tourism budget as submitted.
JIM GROSS, commented on the recent awards for the City of Palm Springs PSNIC programs.
TRAVIS ARMSTRONG, stated his support for Item 2.N. and requested the City Council approve the Bike Path.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, recommended the City Council review many ordinances.
LEE WILSON JR, commented on the proposed Hero Banner program on Palm Canyon Drive.
CAROL NELSON, Palm Springs, commented on the Bike Lanes and the Sustainability Programs, and requested the City Council not spray the dog park with pesticides.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pougnet provided a report on Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and Mayor Pougnet, attending the ICSC conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, pursuant to the City Council travel regulations.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Foat noted her abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.B.
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.I., 2.K., 2.L., and 2.O. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.I., 2.K., 2.L., and 2.O. (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. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1852, AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (PSZC) TO ALLOW RESTAURANTS IN HOTELS HAVING 20 ROOMS OR MORE IN THE R-3 ZONE WITH A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND APPROVING A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (CASE 5.1334 ZTA):
Item 2C Staff Report
2.E. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL 2014:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.I. GRANT OF EASEMENT TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (RCFC):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE A SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS INCENTIVE AREAS PROGRAM GRANT WITH LAWRENCE SALAMEH, LARRY'S WINE SPIRITS AND GOURMET DELI LOCATED AT 2781 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.L. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AIRPORT CAR RENTAL CONCESSION AGREEMENTS:
Item 2L Staff Report
2.O. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CATHEDRAL CITY FOR FUNDING OF THE CLEANUP PHASE OF THE EAGLE CANYON DAM BEING COMPLETED BY THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (RCFC):
Item 2O Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.D. REINTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1853, PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 93.20.00 AND 93.20.03 AND ADD CHAPTER 5.81 REGARDING THE REGULATION OF ORIGINAL ART MURALS AND APPROVING A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (CASE 5.1335 ZTA):
Item 2D Staff Report
Councilmember Lewin stated he is supportive of murals, but would vote no as the ordinance does not limit the number of murals, and may not provide sufficient guidance to the Commissions and Applicants.
Councilmember Foat stated she will be voting no as she was not present during the public hearing, and expressed concern for possible over saturation of murals.
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and re-introduce by title only, Ordinance No. 1853, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 93.20.00 AND 93.20.03 OF, AND ADDING CHAPTER 5.81 TO, THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE REGULATION OF ORIGINAL ART MURALS." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and re-introduce by title only, Ordinance No. 1
2.G. AUTHORIZE A PURCHASE ORDER TO PORTFORD SOLUTIONS TO SCAN AND CONVERT BUILDING DEPARTMENT MICROFICHE TO A DIGITAL FORMAT AS A MEASURE J FUNDED PROJECT:
Item 2G Staff Report
Councilmember Lewin commented on and thanked the Palm Springs voters for approval of Measure J.
Councilmember Mills stated he would be voting no, as he recommends Measure J funds be used for Capital Improvement Projects.
Motion to approved 1) Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to Portford Solutions for the conversion of microfiche to digital format, at the per unit prices, in an amount not to exceed $60,000, pursuant to PSMC Section 7.04.030; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to Portford Solutions for the conversion of microfiche to digital format, at the per unit prices, in an amount not to exceed $60,000, pursuant to PSMC Section 7.04.030; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
Councilmember Lewin stated he has a property related conflict of interest with respect to Item 2.H., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
2.H. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE TRACT NO. 13257 PHASE 3 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (CP 13-26):
Item 2H Staff Report
Motion to approved 1) Approve an agreement with Tri-Star Contracting II, Inc. for the Tract No. 13257 Phase 3 Sewer Improvements Project in the amount of $324,482 (CP 13-26); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6548. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Approve an agreement with Tri-Star Contracting II, Inc. for the Tract No. 13257 Phase 3 Sewer Improv
Councilmember Lewin and Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
Councilmember Mills left Council Chamber.
2.J. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SUNRISE WAY/BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB/RALPHS SHOPPING CENTER DRIVEWAY TRAFFIC SIGNAL (CP 13-25):
Item 2J Staff Report
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the traffic signal: the timing with the Ramon Road traffic signal, back-up of traffic, the impact on the development, the design of the island, pedestrian safety, the installation of a crosswalk, and traffic accidents at Sunrise Way and Ramon Road.
Motion to Approve the Plans, Specifications, and working details for the Sunrise Way/Boys and Girls Club/Ralphs Shopping Center Driveway Traffic Signal, and authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids (CP 13-25). Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson The motion did not receive a seconder and was lost.
The City Council requested the traffic engineer/designer come to a future City Council meeting and explain the design and how the designer believes the traffic signal will work at the location, and requested the City Engineer review and take action on the median island.
2.M. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO LEASE AGREEMENT NO. A4821 WITH SIGNATURE FLIGHT SUPPORT:
Item 2M Staff Report
Tabled at the request of Staff.
2.N. NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE BICYCLE ROUTE PLAN AND RECOMMENDED PRIORITIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 MEASURE J FUNDING:
Item 2N Staff Report & Bike Plan
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated May 21, 2014.
Motion to approved Receive and file Bicycle Route Plan (BRP). Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Receive and file Bicycle Route Plan (BRP).
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. PRESENTATION BY THE BUREAU OF TOURISM ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 TOURISM BUDGET, CONTINUED DISCUSSION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET FOR GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL EVENTS AND SPECIAL PURPOSE AND INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS, AND A MULTI-YEAR STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN FOR CITY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND QUALITY OF LIFE ENHANCEMENT RELATED TO MEASURE J FUNDING:
Item 5A Staff Report
Mary Jo Ginter, Bureau of Tourism, provided background information as outlined in the Bureau of Tourism Budget.
The City Council discussed the Bureau of Tourism budget and proposed marketing campaign.
The City Council discussed Special Event and Sponsorship requests, and requested the City Manager include the following requests in the Fiscal Year 2014-15 budget: Run for Ike waiver of fees in the amount of $1,834; Palm Springs Pride Event increase sponsorship from $20,000 to $30,000; Well in the Desert funding to remain at $16,000; Opera Guild funding to remain at $6,000; Cultural Center funding to remain at $15,000; LGBT Center Gala in the amount of $5,000; Shelter from the Storm in the amount of $5,000 for the Transportation/Taxi Voucher Program (and not funding the Gala); AIDS Assistance Annual Evening Under the Stars in the amount of $5,000; Desert AIDS Project Steve Chase Gala in the amount of $5,000; Agua Caliente Tribe Canyons Event in the amount of $5,000; Modernism Week in the amount of $25,000; and funding the Boys & Girls Club, Black History Month, Palm Springs July 4th Celebration, Festival of Lights Parade, PSHS Homecoming Parade, Veteran's Day Parade, Mayor's Race and Wellness Festival Bike Weekend, Tour de Palm Springs (subject to approval of the safety plan by the Police Chief), and Coyote Stageworks at their current level of funding.
Councilmember Foat requested additional information on the Palm Springs Women's Jazz Festival for next year.
Councilmember Foat stated she has a business related conflict of interest with respect to the Mizell Senior Center funding, would not participate in the discussion or vote, and left Council Chamber.
The City Council discussed funding for the Mizell Senior Center, and requested the City Manager include $60,000 funding in the Fiscal Year 2014-15 budget.
Councilmember Foat returned to the dais.
Mayor Pougnet stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to the Palm Springs International Film Festival funding, would not participate in the discussion or vote, and left Council Chamber. Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson conducted this portion of the meeting.
The City Council discussed funding for the Palm Springs International Film Festival, and requested the City Manager include $350,000 funding in the Fiscal Year 2014-15 budget.
Mayor Pougnet returned to the dais.
City Manager Ready provided background information on alternatives to Street Improvement funding.
The City Council discussed street funding and requested the City Manager include Measure A debt service and an annual Measure J allocation of $2 million for six years.
The City Council discussed the funding of the Bike Route Plan and requested the City Manager provide for the first two-years of funding for the Bike Route Plan.
Motion to approved Direct the City Clerk to provide notice, pursuant to City Charter Section 902, for the City Council public hearing at the regular meeting of June 4, 2014. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Direct the City Clerk to provide notice, pursuant to City Charter Section 902, for the City Council public hearing at the regular meeting of June 4, 2014. (Approved)
5.B. APPOINTMENT OF VARIOUS COMMISSIONERS AND BOARD MEMBERS AS PART OF THE 2014 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Item 5B Materials to Follow
Motion to approved 1) Reappoint Fred Fabricant, Manuel Suero and Richard Stelk to the Airport Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2017; 2) Reappoint Deborah Sutton-Weiss and Wesley Rankins for the terms ending June 30, 2017, and Appoint Suzanne Reynolds to the Human Rights Commission for the term ending June 30, 2017; 3) Reappoint Harry Courtright to the Library Board for the term ending June 30, 2017; 4) Reappoint Joshua Edmundson for the term ending June 30, 2017, and Appoint Bonnie Ruttan to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2017; 5) Reappoint Mark Polischak for the term ending June 30, 2017, and Appoint Nate Otto, Orlando Gotay and Tara Lazar to the Sustainability Commission for the terms ending June 30, 2017; 6) Reappoint Mary Ann Kaestner for the term ending June 30, 2017, Appoint Claire Zimmer for the term ending June 30, 2015, Appoint Marilyn Manley for the term ending June 30, 2016, and Appoint Dorothy Watson to the VillageFest Board for the term ending June 30, 2017. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Reappoint Fred Fabricant, Manuel Suero and Richard Stelk to the Airport Commission for the terms end
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills recommended Code Enforcement remove illegal temporary election signs, and requested Staff place an item on a future City Council agenda to discuss campaign sign regulations.
Councilmember Lewin requested an update on two solar projects funded by AQMD grants and requested the City Manager place an update on the next City Council agenda, and requested a review of the City Council approval on the Tahquitz Canyon Median project.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested information as part of the budget for expanded hours/days of operation at the Palm Springs Library and the Aquatics Center, and requested Staff address a dead palm tree in the 900 block of Palm Canyon and review the watering of palm trees near the Downtown Revitalization Project.
Councilmember Foat requested an update on the Uptown Crosswalk project, commented on the Human Rights Commission study on Women in the Workplace, and requested the City Manager place on a future agenda a discussion of the Palm Springs Fire Association proposal for a 9-11 memorial.
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