1.A. EL PASEO HOLDINGS APPEALING THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD DECISION DENYING THE REQUEST FOR AN AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING SIGN PROGRAM AT THE EL PASEO BUILDING, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE, TO INCLUDE ONE DOUBLE SIDED INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED BLADE SIGN EQUALING 7.5 SQUARE FEET LOCATED AT 800 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, (CASE SP09-001AMND, HSPB-27):

Staff Report Item 1.A.

Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.

JOHN CROSS, Representing Applicant, provided background information on the proposed amendment to the sign program, and commented on the process through the AAC and the HSPB.

No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.

Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the blade sign and other signs as originally approved, requested the Applicant address the content on the sign, and commented on the original sign program and the building.

Councilmember Foat commented on the original approved blade sign, stated the proposed location of the sign may change the look of the building, and stated the sign will not be consistent with the building.

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address the location of the tenant for the proposed sign on the second level, stated he would prefer a wall sign on the second level where the tenant resides, requested Staff address other permitted blade signs.

Councilmember Lewin stated the original building had a blade sign, commented on the building restoration, and stated the property owner would complete an appropriate sign.

Mayor Pougnet stated his support for the HSPB decision, commented on the restoration of the building, and requested the City Attorney address the options available to the City Council.

Councilmember Mills recommended the City Council consider a customer convenience type wall sign, and allocate one wall for the tenants.

Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23571, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE DECISION OF THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD DENYING THE REQUEST TO AMEND THE SIGN PROGRAM AT THE EL PASEO BUILDING, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE, LOCATED AT 800 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-1 (CASE SP09-001AMND, HSPB-27);” and 2) Direct Staff to prepare a resolution to approve an amendment to the sign program allowing a first floor wall sign in the Floor Wall Sign Area, as defined by the City Council, subject to review and approval by the AAC. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.

Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23571, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE DECISION OF THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD DENYING THE REQUEST TO AMEND THE SIGN PROGRAM AT THE EL PASEO BUILDING, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE, LOCATED AT 800 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-1 (CASE SP09-001AMND, HSPB-27);” and 2) Direct Staff to prepare a resolution to approve an amendment to the sign program allowing a first floor wall sign in the Floor Wall Sign Area, as defined by the City Council, subject to review and approval by the AAC. (Approved)

1.B. APPROVING AND FILING OF NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIENS FOR EIGHT (8) PUBLIC NUISANCES LOCATED AT 345 WEST PALM VISTA DRIVE, 2185 NORTH JUNIPERO AVENUE, 303 SEPULVEDA ROAD, 321 BON AIR DRIVE, 941 EAST ANZA DRIVE, 394 WEST ROSA PARKS ROAD, 414 SOUTH MONTE VISTA DRIVE, AND 527 WEST TRAMVIEW ROAD:

Staff Report Item 1.B.

Jim Zicaro, Director of Building and Code Enforcement, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

1.C. APPROVAL OF THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MASTER PLAN UPDATE AND MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION:

Staff Report Item 1.C.

Airport Master Plan

Environmental Documents

Motion to approved 1) Receive the Palm Springs International Airport Master Plan and associated environmental documents; 2) Continue the public hearing to the regular City Council meeting of July 16, 2014, with no public testimony at this time; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing pursuant to law. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to approved 1) Receive the Palm Springs International Airport Master Plan and associated environmental documents; 2

PUBLIC COMMENT:

DAVID MLYNARSKI, commented on a proposed condo conversion project coming to the City Council at an upcoming public hearing.

DAVID MECKLEY, commented on an upcoming cell phone tower at the Vista del Monte Elementary School.

CLAUDIO ZANET, commented on an upcoming cell phone tower at the Vista del Monte Elementary School.

TIM SIGLE, Palm Springs, commented on the recent City of Palm Springs plastic bag ordinance, thanked the Measure J street and parking lot improvements and the City graffiti removal program via the GoRequest app.

PATTI PATANE, commented on the castle banner program, and requested the City Council consider the Hero Banner Program.

LEE WILSON, JR., commented on the castle banner program, and requested the City Council consider the Hero Banner Program.

DEBBY ALEXANDER, commented on the potential programs at the Plaza Theatre.

COOPER JOHNSON, commented on the Palm Springs Celebrity Golf Classic and requested the City Council consider sponsorship of the event.

STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on Item 4.G., and thanked the City Council for furthering solar alternatives in the City of Palm Springs.

JOY BROWN MEREDITH, stated her support for Item 5.B. and the proposed trolley in the City of Palm Springs, and requested the City approve day-time hours.

NATE OTTO, commented on solar installation in the City, and stated the City should not move too quickly on the proposals.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:

CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:

2.E. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR UN-ARMED UNIFORM SECURITY SERVICES FOR VARIOUS CITY FACILITIES AND LOCATIONS:

Staff Report Item 2.E.

2.I. LOAN TO SUCCESSOR AGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,500,000 TO PAY ENFORCEABLE OBLIGATIONS:

Staff Report Item 2.I.

2.J. APPROVAL TO PURCHASE A FIRING RANGE SIMULATOR FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING AND PUBLIC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES UTILIZING FUNDS DONATED BY THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS:

Staff Report Item 2.J.

EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:

2.C. PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF VIDEO CAMERAS AT THE FIRE STATIONS FROM SYSTEM INTEGRATION CORP. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $61,284.70:

Staff Report Item 2.C.

Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the location of the cameras, and requested the installation be sensitive to the historic designation at the historic fire station.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the quoted price and the differences in budgeted v. actual costs, and requested the City Manager address the process with the Measure J Commission.

Motion to approved 1) Authorize the purchase and installation of video cameras to monitor the exterior of City Fire Stations from System Integration Corp. in an amount not to exceed $61,284.70; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.

Vote to approved 1) Authorize the purchase and installation of video cameras to monitor the exterior of City Fire Stations from System Integration Corp. in an amount not to exceed $61,284.70; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)

2.F. NOTICE OF INTENT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15:

Staff Report Item 2.F.

Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the potential to change to energy efficient lighting in the lighting districts.

2.G. APPROVAL OF FIVE (5) PROFESIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SERVICES:

Staff Report Item 2.G.

Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the process and reasoning why the City would not prepare the environmental studies, commented on scheduling, stated the City Council should consider allowing the developer to use their own consultant, and the responsibilities if challenged.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the different costs that maybe the responsibility of the developer, and how often we would go out to bid on the contracts.

Councilmember Lewin stated this is a great concept and commented on the process.

Motion to approved 1) Approve an agreement with MSA Consulting Inc., for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City; 2) Approve an agreement with Terra Nova Planning & Research Inc., for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City; 3) Approve an agreement with ESA Consulting, for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City; 4) Approve an agreement with RFB Consulting, for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City; and 5) Approve an agreement with BonTerra Psomas Inc., for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City. A6558. A6559. A6560. A6561. A6562. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.

Vote to approved 1) Approve an agreement with MSA Consulting Inc., for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City; 2) Approve an agreement with Terra Nova Planning & Research Inc., for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City; 3) Approve an agreement with ESA Consulting, for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City; 4) Approve an agreement with RFB Consulting, for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City; and 5) Approve an agreement with BonTerra Psomas Inc., for “on-call” Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of the City. A6558. A6559. A6560. A6561. A6562. (Approved)

2.H. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE FARRELL DRIVE RIGHT TURN LANE AT VISTA CHINO (CP 09-11):

Staff Report Item 2.H.

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address the bike lane detail at the interchange.

Motion to approved Approve the Plans, Specifications, and Estimates for the Farrell Drive Right Turn Lane at Vista Chino Project, and authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids (CP 09-11). Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.

Vote to approved Approve the Plans, Specifications, and Estimates for the Farrell Drive Right Turn Lane at Vista Chino P

The City Council recessed at 7:59 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 8:03 p.m.

3. LEGISLATIVE: None.

4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

4.A. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING FORMER AGENCY TAX ALLOCATION BONDS:

Staff Report Item 4.A.

Suzanne Harrell, Financial Advisor, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23596, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, CONFIRMING THE ISSUANCE OF 2014 SUBORDINATE TAX ALLOCATION REFUNDING BONDS PURSUANT TO INDENTURE OF TRUST, APPROVING BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND PRELIMINARY AND FINAL OFFICIAL STATEMENTS AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO.” Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23596, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,

4.B. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING OF CERTAIN OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO THE CONVENTION CENTER:

Staff Report Item 4.B.

Suzanne Harrell, Financial Advisor, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Motion to approved [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 23597, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF SUPPLEMENTAL LEASE AGREEMENT NO. 6, SUPPLEMENTAL SITE LEASE NO. 4, SUPPLEMENTAL TRUST AGREEMENT NO. 5, ESCROW AGREEMENT, BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND APPROVING OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2014 SERIES A (CONVENTION CENTER PROJECT) INCLUDING AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING A SUBSTITUTION WITH RESPECT TO THE SITE OF THE CONVENTION CENTER.” Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to approved [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 23597, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRING

Motion to approved [Financing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 040 “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF ITS LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2014 SERIES A (CONVENTION CENTER PROJECT), APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF SUPPLEMENTAL LEASE AGREEMENT NO. 6, SUPPLEMENTAL SITE LEASE NO. 4, SUPPLEMENTAL TRUST AGREEMENT NO. 5, ESCROW AGREEMENT, BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND APPROVING OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO SUCH BONDS.” Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.

Vote to approved [Financing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 040 “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTH

4.C. PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR REVIEW OF BLOCK C BUILDING ELEVATIONS OF THE DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT, AS REQUIRED BY PROJECT CONDITION NO. 1 OF CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 23269, LOCATED ON THE WESTERLY FRONTAGE OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND SOUTH OF "NEW MAIN STREET" (CASE 3.3607 MAJ):

Staff Report Item 4.C.

Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the process before the Planning Commission.

Councilmember Mills commented on the development of the project.

Councilmember Lewin commented on the Design Guidelines, and stated his concerns with respect to shade structures and shelter from the sun.

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address the connection between the hotel and the promenade, commented on his concerns about colors and the box shape, and the elimination of the roof deck.

Councilmember Mills commented on shade and the development of landscaping plan.

Mayor Pougnet noted the positive comments by the Planning Commission, and the reduction in density and other enhancements.

Motion to approved Determine that Condition of Approval No. 1 of City Council Resolution No. 23269 has been fulfilled, subject to restudy of the color and materials. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.

Vote to approved Determine that Condition of Approval No. 1 of City Council Resolution No. 23269 has been fulfilled, subject to restudy of the color and materials. (Approved)

4.D. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY MEDIAN SUNRISE WAY TO EL CIELO ROAD CONCEPTUAL PLANS:

Staff Report Item 4.D.

City Manager Ready and David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Mayor Pougnet requested Staff address the color differences between the original conceptual plans and the as built.

Councilmember Lewin noted his concerns between the conceptual plans, and stated the median should be more lush.

Councilmember Mills commented on size of the plant material, and the material of the walls.

Councilmember Foat commented on the use of cactus and the lack of trees from the rendering.

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the concrete form, the lack of lushness, and the plant pallet in the neighborhood zone.

Councilmember Lewin noted the disparity between the concept and the as built.

Councilmember Foat requested expanded conceptual plans.

ACTION: Direct the City Council Subcommittee to meet with the landscape architect, and provide additional renderings to the City Council. By unanimous consent of the City Council.

4.E. SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT AB 1318 MITIGATION FEES FUND-SENTINEL POWER PLANT:

Staff Report Item 4.E.

David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Councilmember Lewin requested the City Council consider covered parking at the Desert Highland Unity Center, and requested the proposal include two apprentices to continue to train at the location.

Councilmember Mills commented on the desired design of the carport, and stated the City Council should consider additional time to review some design issues that should be included in the RFP.

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson stated his support to work toward covered parking at Desert Highland Unit Center.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address if NAM or some other designer would write the RFP for the design.

ACTION: Defer action and refer to the City Council Solar Subcommittee. By unanimous consent of the City Council.

4.F. FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET DISCUSSION ON SUNDAY LIBRARY SERVICE, EXTENDED SWIM CENTER HOURS, AND IHUB FUNDING:

Materials to Follow

Mayor Pougnet provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014, and requested the City Council fund the iHub at $65,000 until futher information is received by Desert Hot Springs and Cathedral City.

Motion to approved 1) Direct Staff to fund the iHub in the amount of $65,000 for Fiscal Year 2014-15; 2) Table discussion on the Library Hours and the Swim Center hours. Moved by Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.

Vote to approved 1) Direct Staff to fund the iHub in the amount of $65,000 for Fiscal Year 2014-15; 2) Table discussion on the Library Hours and the Swim Center hours. (Approved)

4.G. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6401 WITH NEWCOMB|ANDERSON|MCCORMICK ENERGY ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING (NAM) FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN RFP FOR SOLAR PV PROJECT(S):

Staff Report Item 4.G.

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: the City Council Subcommittee working with NAM on the aesthetics to include in the RFP.

Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6401 with Newcomb|Anderson|McCormick Energy Engineering and Consulting, for Phase 1 development of a Solar RFP and associated services in the amount of $85,000, pursuant to Palm Springs Municipal Code Section 7.04.030; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6401. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.

Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6401 with Newcomb|Anderson|McCormick Energy Engineering an

5. NEW BUSINESS:

5.A. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FRANCHISE AGREEMENT NO. A6378 WITH PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES (PSDS) TO IDENTIFY OPTIONAL SERVICES AND COSTS NOT INITIALLY INCLUDED IN THE RATE SCHEDULE:

Staff Report Item 5.A.

City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6378 with Palm Springs Disposal Services adding optional services not initially included in the Rate Schedule (Exhibit K); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6378. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.

Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6378 with Palm Springs Disposal Services adding optional services not initially included in the Rate Schedule (Exhibit K); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6378. (Approved)

5.B. PROPOSED CONTRACT WITH MV TRANSPORTATION, INC. TO PROVIDE TROLLEY OPERATOR SERVICES AND THE LEASE OF FIVE (5) COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) POWERED VEHICLES FOR THE TERM OF ONE (1) YEAR TO UNDERTAKE A PILOT TROLLEY PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $918,874:

Staff Report Item 5.B.

City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the proposed trolley system: potential revenue that could be generated by revenue, hours of operation, the importance of statistical tracking during the pilot program, the type of bus, the benefits of linking Uptown and Downtown, the type of ridership, future financial participation by the hotels, the details still to be determined such as uniforms, security, hours of operation, the alternative route during VillageFest, the importance of consistent hours, and requiring covered or inside storage of the vehicles.

Motion to approved 1) Approve a Contractual Services Agreement for Trolley Services Operator Pilot Program with MV Transportation, Inc. in the amount of $918,874 for the first year of service; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all necessary documents. A6564. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.

Vote to approved 1) Approve a Contractual Services Agreement for Trolley Services Operator Pilot Program with MV Transportation, Inc. in the amount of $918,874 for the first year of service; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all necessary documents. A6564. (Approved)

5.C. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO THE AD HOC CITY COUNCIL HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION CODE REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE:

No Staff Report

Motion to approved Appoint Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills to the ad hoc City Council Historic Site Preservation Code Review Subcommittee. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.

Vote to approved Appoint Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills to the ad hoc City Council Historic Site Preservatio

5.D. ADOPTION OF MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT HEADWORKS AND CLARIFIER UPGRADE PROJECT (COMPRISED OF CP 13-19, 13-21, 13-22, 13-23, AND 13-24):

Staff Report Item 5.D.

Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23598, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND ORDERING THE FILING OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT HEADWORKS AND CLARIFIER UPGRADE PROJECT (COMPRISED OF CP 13-19, 13-21, 13-22, 13-23, AND 13-24).” Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23598, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,

5.E. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 2014 PAVEMENT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION (CP 14-04):

Staff Report Item 5.E.

City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Councilmember Lewin requested Staff address the timing for the City Council to approve the proposed $7 million future paving enhancements.

Councilmember Foat commented on the process and requested City Staff meet with SCE, DWA, Verizon and other public utilities, to determine if they have planned construction on any of the proposed streets for repaving.

Motion to approved 1) Approve an agreement with Matich Corporation for the 2014 Pavement Overlay and Reconstruction Project in the amount of $2,714,074 (CP 14-04); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6565. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.

Vote to approved 1) Approve an agreement with Matich Corporation for the 2014 Pavement Overlay and Reconstruction Projec

5.F. AIRPORT USE AND LEASE AGREEMENT FOR SIGNATORY AIRLINES SERVICING PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:

Staff Report Item 5.F.

City Manager Ready and Tom Nolan, Director of Aviation, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Councilmember Lewin commented on Airport operations.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the landscaping at the Airport, and any requirements to develop and require quality standards for aircraft.

Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23599, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A FIVE YEAR AIRPORT USE AND LEASE AGREEMENT, STANDARD FORM FOR USE WITH ALL AIRLINES SEEKING SIGNATORY STATUS AT PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE AND EXECUTE ALL SUCH AGREEMENTS SUBMITTED BY AIRLINES DURING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT.” Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23599, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:

Mayor Pougnet requested City Staff look at the potential of installing a sidewalk near the Palm Tee and the Sagebrush Apartments during the current remodel.

The City Council recessed into Closed Session at 9:52 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 10:15 p.m.

REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:

ADJOURNMENT:

Jun 18, 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:

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Item 2.H. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.

Councilmember Mills requested Items 2.C., 2.F., and 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.

Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.C. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.

Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.

Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)

1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

1.A. EL PASEO HOLDINGS APPEALING THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD DECISION DENYING THE REQUEST FOR AN AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING SIGN PROGRAM AT THE EL PASEO BUILDING, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE, TO INCLUDE ONE DOUBLE SIDED INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED BLADE SIGN EQUALING 7.5 SQUARE FEET LOCATED AT 800 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, (CASE SP09-001AMND, HSPB-27):

Staff Report Item 1.A.

Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.

JOHN CROSS, Representing Applicant, provided background information on the proposed amendment to the sign program, and commented on the process through the AAC and the HSPB.

No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.

Councilmember Lewin stated the original building had a blade sign, commented on the building restoration, and stated the property owner would complete an appropriate sign.

Mayor Pougnet stated his support for the HSPB decision, commented on the restoration of the building, and requested the City Attorney address the options available to the City Council.

Councilmember Mills recommended the City Council consider a customer convenience type wall sign, and allocate one wall for the tenants.

1.B. APPROVING AND FILING OF NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIENS FOR EIGHT (8) PUBLIC NUISANCES LOCATED AT 345 WEST PALM VISTA DRIVE, 2185 NORTH JUNIPERO AVENUE, 303 SEPULVEDA ROAD, 321 BON AIR DRIVE, 941 EAST ANZA DRIVE, 394 WEST ROSA PARKS ROAD, 414 SOUTH MONTE VISTA DRIVE, AND 527 WEST TRAMVIEW ROAD:

Staff Report Item 1.B.

Jim Zicaro, Director of Building and Code Enforcement, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.

1.C. APPROVAL OF THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MASTER PLAN UPDATE AND MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION:

Staff Report Item 1.C.

Airport Master Plan

Environmental Documents

Vote to approved 1) Receive the Palm Springs International Airport Master Plan and associated environmental documents; 2

PUBLIC COMMENT:

DAVID MLYNARSKI, commented on a proposed condo conversion project coming to the City Council at an upcoming public hearing.

DAVID MECKLEY, commented on an upcoming cell phone tower at the Vista del Monte Elementary School.

CLAUDIO ZANET, commented on an upcoming cell phone tower at the Vista del Monte Elementary School.

PATTI PATANE, commented on the castle banner program, and requested the City Council consider the Hero Banner Program.

LEE WILSON, JR., commented on the castle banner program, and requested the City Council consider the Hero Banner Program.

DEBBY ALEXANDER, commented on the potential programs at the Plaza Theatre.

COOPER JOHNSON, commented on the Palm Springs Celebrity Golf Classic and requested the City Council consider sponsorship of the event.

STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on Item 4.G., and thanked the City Council for furthering solar alternatives in the City of Palm Springs.

JOY BROWN MEREDITH, stated her support for Item 5.B. and the proposed trolley in the City of Palm Springs, and requested the City approve day-time hours.

NATE OTTO, commented on solar installation in the City, and stated the City should not move too quickly on the proposals.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:

CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:

2. CONSENT CALENDAR:

Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.D., 2.E., 2.I., and 2.J. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.D., 2.E., 2.I., and 2.J. (Approved)

2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:

Staff Report Item 2.A.

2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

Staff Report Item 2.B.

2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2014:

Staff Report Item 2.D.

2.E. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR UN-ARMED UNIFORM SECURITY SERVICES FOR VARIOUS CITY FACILITIES AND LOCATIONS:

Staff Report Item 2.E.

2.I. LOAN TO SUCCESSOR AGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,500,000 TO PAY ENFORCEABLE OBLIGATIONS:

Staff Report Item 2.I.

2.J. APPROVAL TO PURCHASE A FIRING RANGE SIMULATOR FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING AND PUBLIC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES UTILIZING FUNDS DONATED BY THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS:

Staff Report Item 2.J.

EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:

2.C. PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF VIDEO CAMERAS AT THE FIRE STATIONS FROM SYSTEM INTEGRATION CORP. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $61,284.70:

Staff Report Item 2.C.

Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the location of the cameras, and requested the installation be sensitive to the historic designation at the historic fire station.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the quoted price and the differences in budgeted v. actual costs, and requested the City Manager address the process with the Measure J Commission.

2.F. NOTICE OF INTENT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15:

Staff Report Item 2.F.

Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the potential to change to energy efficient lighting in the lighting districts.

2.G. APPROVAL OF FIVE (5) PROFESIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SERVICES:

Staff Report Item 2.G.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the different costs that maybe the responsibility of the developer, and how often we would go out to bid on the contracts.

Councilmember Lewin stated this is a great concept and commented on the process.

2.H. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE FARRELL DRIVE RIGHT TURN LANE AT VISTA CHINO (CP 09-11):

Staff Report Item 2.H.

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address the bike lane detail at the interchange.

Vote to approved Approve the Plans, Specifications, and Estimates for the Farrell Drive Right Turn Lane at Vista Chino P

The City Council recessed at 7:59 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 8:03 p.m.

3. LEGISLATIVE: None.

4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

4.A. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING FORMER AGENCY TAX ALLOCATION BONDS:

Staff Report Item 4.A.

Suzanne Harrell, Financial Advisor, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23596, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,

4.B. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING OF CERTAIN OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO THE CONVENTION CENTER:

Staff Report Item 4.B.

Suzanne Harrell, Financial Advisor, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Vote to approved [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 23597, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRING

Vote to approved [Financing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 040 “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTH

4.C. PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR REVIEW OF BLOCK C BUILDING ELEVATIONS OF THE DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT, AS REQUIRED BY PROJECT CONDITION NO. 1 OF CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 23269, LOCATED ON THE WESTERLY FRONTAGE OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND SOUTH OF "NEW MAIN STREET" (CASE 3.3607 MAJ):

Staff Report Item 4.C.

Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the process before the Planning Commission.

Councilmember Mills commented on the development of the project.

Councilmember Lewin commented on the Design Guidelines, and stated his concerns with respect to shade structures and shelter from the sun.

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address the connection between the hotel and the promenade, commented on his concerns about colors and the box shape, and the elimination of the roof deck.

Councilmember Mills commented on shade and the development of landscaping plan.

Mayor Pougnet noted the positive comments by the Planning Commission, and the reduction in density and other enhancements.

Vote to approved Determine that Condition of Approval No. 1 of City Council Resolution No. 23269 has been fulfilled, subject to restudy of the color and materials. (Approved)

4.D. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY MEDIAN SUNRISE WAY TO EL CIELO ROAD CONCEPTUAL PLANS:

Staff Report Item 4.D.

City Manager Ready and David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Mayor Pougnet requested Staff address the color differences between the original conceptual plans and the as built.

Councilmember Lewin noted his concerns between the conceptual plans, and stated the median should be more lush.

Councilmember Mills commented on size of the plant material, and the material of the walls.

Councilmember Foat commented on the use of cactus and the lack of trees from the rendering.

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the concrete form, the lack of lushness, and the plant pallet in the neighborhood zone.

Councilmember Lewin noted the disparity between the concept and the as built.

Councilmember Foat requested expanded conceptual plans.

ACTION: Direct the City Council Subcommittee to meet with the landscape architect, and provide additional renderings to the City Council. By unanimous consent of the City Council.

4.E. SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT AB 1318 MITIGATION FEES FUND-SENTINEL POWER PLANT:

Staff Report Item 4.E.

David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Councilmember Lewin requested the City Council consider covered parking at the Desert Highland Unity Center, and requested the proposal include two apprentices to continue to train at the location.

Councilmember Mills commented on the desired design of the carport, and stated the City Council should consider additional time to review some design issues that should be included in the RFP.

Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson stated his support to work toward covered parking at Desert Highland Unit Center.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address if NAM or some other designer would write the RFP for the design.

ACTION: Defer action and refer to the City Council Solar Subcommittee. By unanimous consent of the City Council.

4.F. FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET DISCUSSION ON SUNDAY LIBRARY SERVICE, EXTENDED SWIM CENTER HOURS, AND IHUB FUNDING:

Materials to Follow

Vote to approved 1) Direct Staff to fund the iHub in the amount of $65,000 for Fiscal Year 2014-15; 2) Table discussion on the Library Hours and the Swim Center hours. (Approved)

4.G. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6401 WITH NEWCOMB|ANDERSON|MCCORMICK ENERGY ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING (NAM) FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN RFP FOR SOLAR PV PROJECT(S):

Staff Report Item 4.G.

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: the City Council Subcommittee working with NAM on the aesthetics to include in the RFP.

Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6401 with Newcomb|Anderson|McCormick Energy Engineering an

5. NEW BUSINESS:

5.A. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FRANCHISE AGREEMENT NO. A6378 WITH PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES (PSDS) TO IDENTIFY OPTIONAL SERVICES AND COSTS NOT INITIALLY INCLUDED IN THE RATE SCHEDULE:

Staff Report Item 5.A.

City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

5.B. PROPOSED CONTRACT WITH MV TRANSPORTATION, INC. TO PROVIDE TROLLEY OPERATOR SERVICES AND THE LEASE OF FIVE (5) COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) POWERED VEHICLES FOR THE TERM OF ONE (1) YEAR TO UNDERTAKE A PILOT TROLLEY PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $918,874:

Staff Report Item 5.B.

City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

5.C. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO THE AD HOC CITY COUNCIL HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION CODE REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE:

No Staff Report

Vote to approved Appoint Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills to the ad hoc City Council Historic Site Preservatio

5.D. ADOPTION OF MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT HEADWORKS AND CLARIFIER UPGRADE PROJECT (COMPRISED OF CP 13-19, 13-21, 13-22, 13-23, AND 13-24):

Staff Report Item 5.D.

Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23598, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,

5.E. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 2014 PAVEMENT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION (CP 14-04):

Staff Report Item 5.E.

City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Councilmember Lewin requested Staff address the timing for the City Council to approve the proposed $7 million future paving enhancements.

Vote to approved 1) Approve an agreement with Matich Corporation for the 2014 Pavement Overlay and Reconstruction Projec

5.F. AIRPORT USE AND LEASE AGREEMENT FOR SIGNATORY AIRLINES SERVICING PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:

Staff Report Item 5.F.

City Manager Ready and Tom Nolan, Director of Aviation, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.

Councilmember Lewin commented on Airport operations.

Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the landscaping at the Airport, and any requirements to develop and require quality standards for aircraft.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23599, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:

Mayor Pougnet requested City Staff look at the potential of installing a sidewalk near the Palm Tee and the Sagebrush Apartments during the current remodel.

The City Council recessed into Closed Session at 9:52 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 10:15 p.m.

Jun 18, 2014 City Council Meeting

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