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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 stated Staff is requesting Items 2.O. and 2.T be removed from the Consent Calendar for a Staff Report and update.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Item 2.R. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Items 2.I. and 2.P. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Consent Calendar 2.I. and requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PARTICIPATION IN THE STATEWIDE COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM:
Item 1A Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
ELAINE CLERMONT, stated the resolution is complex and commented on the Human Rights Commission.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23671, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO JOIN THE STATEWIDE COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM, AUTHORIZING THE CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM PROPERTY OWNERS, CONDUCT SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PROCEEDINGS, AND LEVY ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE TERRITORY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AND APPROVING THE STANDARD FORM ACQUISITION AGREEMENT FOR USE WHEN APPLICABLE;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6608. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23671, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO JOIN THE STATEWIDE COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM, AUTHORIZING THE CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM PROPERTY OWNERS, CONDUCT SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PROCEEDINGS, AND LEVY ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE TERRITORY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AND APPROVING THE STANDARD FORM ACQUISITION AGREEMENT FOR USE WHEN APPLICABLE;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6608. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
VIC YEPELLO, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.O. and the options for bike lanes on Farrell Drive.
KATE CASTLE, commented on recent State legislation prohibiting single use plastic bags and the City ordinance.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.G. and the creation of an environmental education center.
SCOTT GRIFFIN, stated he would like to create a holiday lighting display for the City of Palm Springs.
JEFFERY HOLLEY, commented on the 2014 Palm Springs Modernism Week events.
WILLIAM MILLER, commented on the lack of sewer maintenance in the City of Palm Springs.
JOY BROWN MEREDITH, noted her support of Item 2.J. expanding the boundaries of portable open signs, bike lanes, and medical cannabis.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.Q., 2.S., and 2.U. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.Q., 2.S., and
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2014:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6267 FOR THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. PURCHASE OF A NEW DELL POWEREDGE SERVER WITH MICROSOFT EXCHANGE, KNOLL POWER TOOLS SOFTWARE AND VMWARE VSPHERE DATA PROTECTION SOFTWARE FOR SERVER BACKUPS NOT TO EXCEED $61,400:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR THE CREATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER ADJACENT TO THE JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS TO CONSIDER ACQUIRING TRIBAL LAND FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SOCCER COMPLEX:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE A CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE FRIENDS OF PALM SPRINGS MOUNTAINS FOR $30,000 TO PREPARE A PLAN FOR PUBLIC TRAILS IN THE CHINO CONE:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.L. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM UPDATE FOR PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
Item 2L Staff Report
2.M. APPROVE AN AIR SERVICE INCENTIVE PROGRAM FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH AIR CANADA:
Item 2M Staff Report
2.N. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6102 WITH RISELO ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS INC. FOR REPAIR OF AIRPORT BAGGAGE HANDLING SYSTEMS:
Item 2N Staff Report
2.Q. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID TRAFFIC SIGNAL ON SUNRISE WAY AT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB AND RALPHS SHOPPING CENTER DRIVEWAY (CP 13-25):
Item 2Q Staff Report
2.S. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6132 WITH MICHAEL FONTANA AND ASSOCIATES FOR ON-CALL FACILITY CONSTRUCTION OWNERS REPRESENTATIVE SERVICES:
Item 2S Staff Report
2.U. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6329 WITH PRAETOR INVESTMENTS, LLC FOR THE SALE OF A 7.8 ACRE PARCEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF CALLE ALVARADO AND AMADO ROAD:
Item 2U Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Item 2.I., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
2.I. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1860 APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PDD 232 AMND IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A RESIDENTIAL GATED DEVELOPMENT OF 72 SINGLE FAMILY UNITS ON INDIVIDUAL LOTS AND 114 MULTI-FAMILY UNITS IN 19 6-UNIT BUILDINGS ON FOUR LOTS LOCATED ON A ROUGHLY 24-ACRE PARCEL AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND FARRELL DRIVE:
Item 2I Staff Report
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1860, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PDD 232 AMND IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A RESIDENTIAL GATED DEVELOPMENT OF 72 SINGLE FAMILY UNITS ON INDIVIDUAL LOTS AND 114 MULTI-FAMILY UNITS IN 19 6-UNIT BUILDINGS ON FOUR LOTS LOCATED ON A ROUGHLY 24-ACRE PARCEL AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND FARRELL DRIVE (CASE 5.1046 PDD 232 AMND / TPM 36767 / TTM 36689)." Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1860, "AN ORDINANCE OF
Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
2.J. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1861 AMENDING SECTION 93.20.09.B.5. OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE EXPANDING THE BOUNDARIES OF AREAS WHERE PORTABLE OPEN SIGNS ARE ALLOWED (CASE 5.1202 ZTA):
Item 2J Staff Report
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1861, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 93.20.09 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO PORTABLE OPEN SIGNS AND EXPANDING THE BOUNDARIES WHERE SUCH SIGNS ARE ALLOWED." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1861, "AN ORDINANCE OF
2.O. APPROVE TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES BY ALBERT A. WEBB ASSOCIATES FOR THE DESIGN OF PRIORITY BIKE LANE CORRIDORS FUNDED BY MEASURE J (CP 13-32):
Item 2O Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Councilmember Foat inquired if the Staff recommended solution was also recommended by the Sustainability Commission.
Councilmember Lewin noted the proposed design is the hybrid model and thanked all who worked toward the solution, requested green back sharrows on Farrell from Tahquitz Canyon to Tamarisk, all other portions of Farrell to be Class 2 bike lanes, increase and enhance signage, and study the reduction in speed limit.
Councilmember Mills commented on his concerns where the breaks in the plan occur and recommended further study, and the bike lane continues down Racquet Club Road.
Motion to approved 1) Approve the proposal from Albert A. Webb Associates dated September 22, 2014, for design of Bicycle Corridors as prioritized by the Non-Motorized Transportation Committee and previously approved by the City Council, in the amount not to exceed $38,630 and; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 3) Direct Staff to proceed on Farrell as follows: green back sharrows on Farrell from Tahquitz Canyon to Tamarisk, all other portions of Farrell to be Class 2 bike lanea, increase and enhance signage, and study the reduction in speed limit. A6443. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Approve the proposal from Albert A. Webb Associates dated September 22, 2014, for design of Bicycle Corridors as prioritized by the Non-Motorized Transportation Committee and previously approved by the City Council, in the amount not to exceed $38,630 and; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 3) Direct Staff to proceed on Farrell as follows: green back sharrows on Farrell from Tahquitz Canyon to Tamarisk, all other portions of Farrell to be Class 2 bike lanea, increase and enhance signage, and study the reduction in speed limit. A6443. (Approved)
2.P. ACCEPT FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 ACCESSING THE PAST GRANT FROM FEDERAL LIBRARY SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGY ACT (LSTA) FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $60,000.00:
Item 2P Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the public use of the archives and if the service is free to the public.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the archieved paper editions of the Desert Sun.
Motion to approved 1) Accept the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Accessing the Past Grant from the California State Library in the amount of $60,000; 2) Authorize Procurement to conduct the bid process in accordance with the requirements of the Grant; 3) Authorize the digitization of The Desert Sun Newspaper Microfilm; and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, including the purchase order. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Accept the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Accessing the Past Grant from the California State Library in the amount of $60,000; 2) Authorize Procurement to conduct the bid process in accordance with the requirements of the Grant; 3) Authorize the digitization of The Desert Sun Newspaper Microfilm; and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, including the purchase order. (Approved)
2.R. CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6565 WITH MATICH CORPORATION FOR THE 2014 ANNUAL ASPHALT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CP 14-04):
Item 2R Staff Report
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address any impact to major streets during season.
Councilmember Lewin noted the trenching on Avenida Caballeros by DWA, requested Staff address the replacement of the pavers, and commented on timing during season.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Change Order No. 2 to Agreement No. A6565 in the amount of $205,229.10 with Matich Corporation for the 2014 Annual Asphalt Overlay and Reconstruction Project (CP 14-04); and 2) Authorize City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6565. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Approve Change Order No. 2 to Agreement No. A6565 in the amount of $205,229.10 with Matich Corporati
2.T. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6552 WITH SYMBLAZE, INC. TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A MARKETING PLAN FOR THE DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN TROLLEY:
Item 2T Staff Report
Josh Morgerman, Symblaze, provided an update on the Palm Springs Trolley.
Councilmember Foat commented on the tag line, requested additional work on the tag line, and questioned directional communications and materials.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the tag line and stated his support for the draft tag line, and requested additional information on signage.
Councilmember Lewin requested Staff address the development of an app to show the location of the stops and the vehicles, and signage.
Councilmember Mills stated his support for the proposed wraps, commented on signage and stated the signage may coordinate with the proposed "welcome" signs, and commented on color on the signage.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6552 with Symblaze, Inc. for the development and implementation of a marketing plan for the Downtown and Uptown Trolley; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6552. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6552 with Symblaze, Inc. for the development and implement
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. DISCUSSION ON THE CONCEPTUAL PLAN CHANGING INDIAN CANYON DRIVE FROM ONE-WAY TO TWO-WAY OPERATION:
Item 4A Staff Report
Item 4A Color Renderings
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet requested Staff address the length of the conversion going to Ramon Road and the routing at Alejo Road and Indian Canyon.
Councilmember Foat commented on the potential design near the current Bank of America site, the impact and comments from the Tribe, and stated the City needs to go further to see if such a project is feasible.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson stated his support to further study the feasibility of the project to enhance the circulation.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the objectives to enhance Indian Canyon, and stated his support to bring in an Urban Design Firm to look at the installation of a median and extend the sidewalks to add trees and outdoor dining.
Councilmember Mills commented on the potential improvements to make Indian Canyon a street of commerce, noted problems from a traffic standpoint, need to add improvements to slow traffic, the lack of a two-way bike lane, stated the goals to spur commerce to increase parking and not decrease parking.
Councilmember Foat commented on the potential impact of retail, hotel and casino by the Tribe.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the original Grover study, and the lack of options to ensure commerce and vibrancy on Indian Canyon.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for additional consulting to determine how to enhance Indian for commerce and vibrancy.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the long history of the Council desiring changes to Indian Canyon, and expressed concern over certain entry points in the design.
ACTION:
Direct Staff to continue to develop alternatives for Indian Canyon to enhance commerce and vibrancy.
By consent of the City Council.
4.B. CITY HALL AND POLICE DEPARTMENT PARKING LOT REPAVING PROJECT, APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ESTIMATE, AUTHORIZATION TO BID SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL OF THE CITY ENGINEER AND CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE:
Item 4B Staff Report
Item 4B Materials to Follow
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet stated it is time to move this project forward.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the timeline and the phasing of the project to provide parking for the public at City Hall during the project.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support to move the project forward.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the parking lot lighting.
Mayor Pougnet requested a City Council Subcommittee to address the reconstruction of the lawn and the lighting, but to move forward with the paving projects.
Motion to approved 1) Approve the preliminary plans, specifications and estimate (PS&E) for the City Hall and Police Department Parking Lot Repaving Project; 2) Authorize Staff to solicit and accept bids subject to final approval of the plans by the City Engineer and the City Council Subcommittee; and 3) Appoint a City Council ad hoc subcommittee of Councilmember Lewin and Councilmember Mills. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Approve the preliminary plans, specifications and estimate (PS&E) for the City Hall and Police Depar
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. DISCUSSION OF THE HOMELESS AND UN-HOUSED POPULATION SERVICES AND IMPACTS:
Item 5A No Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the increasing number of homeless in the City of Palm Springs, stated we need a MOU with the Tribe and the BIA for enforcement of Tribal parcels, and recommended the City formally include working with citizens who have expertise and knowledge in the community.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the relationship with the County and the lack of County resources, requested we formally request additional resources and services from the County, and stated other items can be done by the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address the Roy's Desert Resource Center transportation program.
Councilmember Foat commented on the number of homeless in the City and the poor data, commented on the current services offered by the County, the lack of support by some of the Coachella Valley cities, and stated her support for developing a Task Force.
Mayor Pougnet stated his support for putting additional City resources to assist in funding some solutions.
Councilmember Foat stated her support for working with social services agencies for mental health services.
ACTION:
Direct Staff to proceed with the development of supplemental programs for the homeless and recommendations for funding.
By unanious consent of the City Council.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Lewin requested the City Manager address the abundance of engineering work in the City.
ADJOURNMENT:
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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 stated Staff is requesting Items 2.O. and 2.T be removed from the Consent Calendar for a Staff Report and update.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Item 2.R. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Items 2.I. and 2.P. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Consent Calendar 2.I. and requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. PARTICIPATION IN THE STATEWIDE COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM:
Item 1A Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker addressed the City Council.
ELAINE CLERMONT, stated the resolution is complex and commented on the Human Rights Commission.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23671, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO JOIN THE STATEWIDE COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM, AUTHORIZING THE CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM PROPERTY OWNERS, CONDUCT SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PROCEEDINGS, AND LEVY ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE TERRITORY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AND APPROVING THE STANDARD FORM ACQUISITION AGREEMENT FOR USE WHEN APPLICABLE;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6608. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23671, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO JOIN THE STATEWIDE COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM, AUTHORIZING THE CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM PROPERTY OWNERS, CONDUCT SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PROCEEDINGS, AND LEVY ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE TERRITORY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, AND APPROVING THE STANDARD FORM ACQUISITION AGREEMENT FOR USE WHEN APPLICABLE;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6608. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
VIC YEPELLO, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.O. and the options for bike lanes on Farrell Drive.
KATE CASTLE, commented on recent State legislation prohibiting single use plastic bags and the City ordinance.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.G. and the creation of an environmental education center.
SCOTT GRIFFIN, stated he would like to create a holiday lighting display for the City of Palm Springs.
JEFFERY HOLLEY, commented on the 2014 Palm Springs Modernism Week events.
WILLIAM MILLER, commented on the lack of sewer maintenance in the City of Palm Springs.
JOY BROWN MEREDITH, noted her support of Item 2.J. expanding the boundaries of portable open signs, bike lanes, and medical cannabis.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.Q., 2.S., and 2.U. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.Q., 2.S., and
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2014:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6267 FOR THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. PURCHASE OF A NEW DELL POWEREDGE SERVER WITH MICROSOFT EXCHANGE, KNOLL POWER TOOLS SOFTWARE AND VMWARE VSPHERE DATA PROTECTION SOFTWARE FOR SERVER BACKUPS NOT TO EXCEED $61,400:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR THE CREATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER ADJACENT TO THE JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS TO CONSIDER ACQUIRING TRIBAL LAND FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SOCCER COMPLEX:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE A CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE FRIENDS OF PALM SPRINGS MOUNTAINS FOR $30,000 TO PREPARE A PLAN FOR PUBLIC TRAILS IN THE CHINO CONE:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.L. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM UPDATE FOR PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
Item 2L Staff Report
2.M. APPROVE AN AIR SERVICE INCENTIVE PROGRAM FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH AIR CANADA:
Item 2M Staff Report
2.N. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6102 WITH RISELO ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS INC. FOR REPAIR OF AIRPORT BAGGAGE HANDLING SYSTEMS:
Item 2N Staff Report
2.Q. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID TRAFFIC SIGNAL ON SUNRISE WAY AT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB AND RALPHS SHOPPING CENTER DRIVEWAY (CP 13-25):
Item 2Q Staff Report
2.S. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6132 WITH MICHAEL FONTANA AND ASSOCIATES FOR ON-CALL FACILITY CONSTRUCTION OWNERS REPRESENTATIVE SERVICES:
Item 2S Staff Report
2.U. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6329 WITH PRAETOR INVESTMENTS, LLC FOR THE SALE OF A 7.8 ACRE PARCEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF CALLE ALVARADO AND AMADO ROAD:
Item 2U Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Item 2.I., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
2.I. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1860 APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PDD 232 AMND IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A RESIDENTIAL GATED DEVELOPMENT OF 72 SINGLE FAMILY UNITS ON INDIVIDUAL LOTS AND 114 MULTI-FAMILY UNITS IN 19 6-UNIT BUILDINGS ON FOUR LOTS LOCATED ON A ROUGHLY 24-ACRE PARCEL AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND FARRELL DRIVE:
Item 2I Staff Report
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1860, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PDD 232 AMND IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A RESIDENTIAL GATED DEVELOPMENT OF 72 SINGLE FAMILY UNITS ON INDIVIDUAL LOTS AND 114 MULTI-FAMILY UNITS IN 19 6-UNIT BUILDINGS ON FOUR LOTS LOCATED ON A ROUGHLY 24-ACRE PARCEL AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND FARRELL DRIVE (CASE 5.1046 PDD 232 AMND / TPM 36767 / TTM 36689)." Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1860, "AN ORDINANCE OF
Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
2.J. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1861 AMENDING SECTION 93.20.09.B.5. OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE EXPANDING THE BOUNDARIES OF AREAS WHERE PORTABLE OPEN SIGNS ARE ALLOWED (CASE 5.1202 ZTA):
Item 2J Staff Report
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1861, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 93.20.09 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO PORTABLE OPEN SIGNS AND EXPANDING THE BOUNDARIES WHERE SUCH SIGNS ARE ALLOWED." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1861, "AN ORDINANCE OF
2.O. APPROVE TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES BY ALBERT A. WEBB ASSOCIATES FOR THE DESIGN OF PRIORITY BIKE LANE CORRIDORS FUNDED BY MEASURE J (CP 13-32):
Item 2O Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Councilmember Foat inquired if the Staff recommended solution was also recommended by the Sustainability Commission.
Councilmember Lewin noted the proposed design is the hybrid model and thanked all who worked toward the solution, requested green back sharrows on Farrell from Tahquitz Canyon to Tamarisk, all other portions of Farrell to be Class 2 bike lanes, increase and enhance signage, and study the reduction in speed limit.
Councilmember Mills commented on his concerns where the breaks in the plan occur and recommended further study, and the bike lane continues down Racquet Club Road.
Motion to approved 1) Approve the proposal from Albert A. Webb Associates dated September 22, 2014, for design of Bicycle Corridors as prioritized by the Non-Motorized Transportation Committee and previously approved by the City Council, in the amount not to exceed $38,630 and; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 3) Direct Staff to proceed on Farrell as follows: green back sharrows on Farrell from Tahquitz Canyon to Tamarisk, all other portions of Farrell to be Class 2 bike lanea, increase and enhance signage, and study the reduction in speed limit. A6443. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Approve the proposal from Albert A. Webb Associates dated September 22, 2014, for design of Bicycle Corridors as prioritized by the Non-Motorized Transportation Committee and previously approved by the City Council, in the amount not to exceed $38,630 and; 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 3) Direct Staff to proceed on Farrell as follows: green back sharrows on Farrell from Tahquitz Canyon to Tamarisk, all other portions of Farrell to be Class 2 bike lanea, increase and enhance signage, and study the reduction in speed limit. A6443. (Approved)
2.P. ACCEPT FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 ACCESSING THE PAST GRANT FROM FEDERAL LIBRARY SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGY ACT (LSTA) FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $60,000.00:
Item 2P Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the public use of the archives and if the service is free to the public.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the archieved paper editions of the Desert Sun.
Motion to approved 1) Accept the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Accessing the Past Grant from the California State Library in the amount of $60,000; 2) Authorize Procurement to conduct the bid process in accordance with the requirements of the Grant; 3) Authorize the digitization of The Desert Sun Newspaper Microfilm; and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, including the purchase order. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Accept the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Accessing the Past Grant from the California State Library in the amount of $60,000; 2) Authorize Procurement to conduct the bid process in accordance with the requirements of the Grant; 3) Authorize the digitization of The Desert Sun Newspaper Microfilm; and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, including the purchase order. (Approved)
2.R. CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6565 WITH MATICH CORPORATION FOR THE 2014 ANNUAL ASPHALT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CP 14-04):
Item 2R Staff Report
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address any impact to major streets during season.
Councilmember Lewin noted the trenching on Avenida Caballeros by DWA, requested Staff address the replacement of the pavers, and commented on timing during season.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Change Order No. 2 to Agreement No. A6565 in the amount of $205,229.10 with Matich Corporation for the 2014 Annual Asphalt Overlay and Reconstruction Project (CP 14-04); and 2) Authorize City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6565. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Approve Change Order No. 2 to Agreement No. A6565 in the amount of $205,229.10 with Matich Corporati
2.T. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6552 WITH SYMBLAZE, INC. TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A MARKETING PLAN FOR THE DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN TROLLEY:
Item 2T Staff Report
Josh Morgerman, Symblaze, provided an update on the Palm Springs Trolley.
Councilmember Foat commented on the tag line, requested additional work on the tag line, and questioned directional communications and materials.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the tag line and stated his support for the draft tag line, and requested additional information on signage.
Councilmember Lewin requested Staff address the development of an app to show the location of the stops and the vehicles, and signage.
Councilmember Mills stated his support for the proposed wraps, commented on signage and stated the signage may coordinate with the proposed "welcome" signs, and commented on color on the signage.
Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6552 with Symblaze, Inc. for the development and implementation of a marketing plan for the Downtown and Uptown Trolley; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6552. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6552 with Symblaze, Inc. for the development and implement
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. DISCUSSION ON THE CONCEPTUAL PLAN CHANGING INDIAN CANYON DRIVE FROM ONE-WAY TO TWO-WAY OPERATION:
Item 4A Staff Report
Item 4A Color Renderings
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet requested Staff address the length of the conversion going to Ramon Road and the routing at Alejo Road and Indian Canyon.
Councilmember Foat commented on the potential design near the current Bank of America site, the impact and comments from the Tribe, and stated the City needs to go further to see if such a project is feasible.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson stated his support to further study the feasibility of the project to enhance the circulation.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the objectives to enhance Indian Canyon, and stated his support to bring in an Urban Design Firm to look at the installation of a median and extend the sidewalks to add trees and outdoor dining.
Councilmember Mills commented on the potential improvements to make Indian Canyon a street of commerce, noted problems from a traffic standpoint, need to add improvements to slow traffic, the lack of a two-way bike lane, stated the goals to spur commerce to increase parking and not decrease parking.
Councilmember Foat commented on the potential impact of retail, hotel and casino by the Tribe.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the original Grover study, and the lack of options to ensure commerce and vibrancy on Indian Canyon.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for additional consulting to determine how to enhance Indian for commerce and vibrancy.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the long history of the Council desiring changes to Indian Canyon, and expressed concern over certain entry points in the design.
ACTION:
Direct Staff to continue to develop alternatives for Indian Canyon to enhance commerce and vibrancy.
By consent of the City Council.
4.B. CITY HALL AND POLICE DEPARTMENT PARKING LOT REPAVING PROJECT, APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ESTIMATE, AUTHORIZATION TO BID SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL OF THE CITY ENGINEER AND CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE:
Item 4B Staff Report
Item 4B Materials to Follow
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet stated it is time to move this project forward.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the timeline and the phasing of the project to provide parking for the public at City Hall during the project.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support to move the project forward.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the parking lot lighting.
Mayor Pougnet requested a City Council Subcommittee to address the reconstruction of the lawn and the lighting, but to move forward with the paving projects.
Motion to approved 1) Approve the preliminary plans, specifications and estimate (PS&E) for the City Hall and Police Department Parking Lot Repaving Project; 2) Authorize Staff to solicit and accept bids subject to final approval of the plans by the City Engineer and the City Council Subcommittee; and 3) Appoint a City Council ad hoc subcommittee of Councilmember Lewin and Councilmember Mills. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Approve the preliminary plans, specifications and estimate (PS&E) for the City Hall and Police Depar
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. DISCUSSION OF THE HOMELESS AND UN-HOUSED POPULATION SERVICES AND IMPACTS:
Item 5A No Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the increasing number of homeless in the City of Palm Springs, stated we need a MOU with the Tribe and the BIA for enforcement of Tribal parcels, and recommended the City formally include working with citizens who have expertise and knowledge in the community.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the relationship with the County and the lack of County resources, requested we formally request additional resources and services from the County, and stated other items can be done by the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address the Roy's Desert Resource Center transportation program.
Councilmember Foat commented on the number of homeless in the City and the poor data, commented on the current services offered by the County, the lack of support by some of the Coachella Valley cities, and stated her support for developing a Task Force.
Mayor Pougnet stated his support for putting additional City resources to assist in funding some solutions.
Councilmember Foat stated her support for working with social services agencies for mental health services.
ACTION:
Direct Staff to proceed with the development of supplemental programs for the homeless and recommendations for funding.
By unanious consent of the City Council.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Lewin requested the City Manager address the abundance of engineering work in the City.
ADJOURNMENT:
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