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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pougnet noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.S.
City Clerk Thompson stated Staff is requesting Item 2.H., Item 2.L. and Item 3.A. be withdrawn from the Agenda.
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.P. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO SIERRA OAKS PARTNERS, LLC, TO SUBDIVIDE AN APPROXIMATE 20-ACRE VACANT PARCEL INTO 40 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS AND 10 LETTERED LOTS LOCATED AT 655 WEST RAMON ROAD AND CEQA MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (CASE TTM 36738):
Item 1A Staff Report
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
TODD CUNNINGHAM, Applicant, provided information on the project as outlined in the written materials provided by the Applicant to the City Council.
FRANK TYSEN, Tennis Club Neighborhood Organization, provided positive comments regarding the developer and the outreach to the Neighborhood Organization, and requested the City Council approve the project.
TODD CUNNINGHAM, Applicant, continued his presentation of the project as outlined in the written documents provided to the City Council.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Mills questioned Staff if the property was classified as a hillside lot, questioned the slope of the property, if the Applicant is required to submit for AAC the full architecture, walls and landscape plans, commented on the street width, the landscape plan and plant material, requested the Applicant address the retention area, commented on the grading and the final look with the different pad heights, and requested the final project be returned to the City Council for approval.
Councilmember Foat stated her support of the project, recommended the street width remain, requested some breaks from asphalt streets.
Councilmember Lewin stated support of the project and is in keeping with the style of development of Palm Springs, and complemented the Applicant for the increased landscaping.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson stated his support for the development and the extensive public outreach.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the elevation plan, the amount of concrete at the end of the cul-d-sacs, and requested the grading plan be returned to the City Council.
Discussion was held regarding adding a condition of approval requiring all final plans be returned to the City Council.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23705, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, READOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 36738 FOR THE CREATION OF A 40-LOT SUBDIVISION ON APPROXIMATELY 20 ACRES OF VACANT LAND ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OF RAMON ROAD ABOUT 275 FEET WEST OF BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-1-C, SECTION 22 (TTM 36738)," amending the conditions of approval to require all final plans be returned to the City Council for final approval. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23705, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
1.B. APPROVE A HOTEL OPERATIONS COVENANT AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR A 155-ROOM KIMPTON HOTEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND BELARDO ROAD PURSUANT TO THE CITY'S HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
Item 1B Staff Report
Item 1B Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
JUDY DEERTRACK, Palm Springs, commented on the Downtown Revitalization Project, and stated her concerns regarding the agreement, and requested a balance explanation of the financing of the project.
FRANK TYSEN, requested the City Council review and rewrite the hotel TOT rebate incentive program and stated the ordinance discriminates against small hotels.
CRAIG BLAU, Palm Springs, commented on the potential cost of the incentive rebate, questioned the criteria of the incentive, and commented on neighboring cities' hotel incentive programs.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Foat commented on the inclusion of the hotel incentive program for small hotels, and requested Staff provide further comments on the program.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the success of the hotel TOT incentive rebate program, how the program relates to small hotels, and stated the program is a good use of public resources.
Councilmember Foat commented on economic conditions at the time the hotel incentive program was approved, and the positive improvements and benefits to the City since its adoption.
Mayor Pougnet commented on other cities' TOT rebate programs, and the competitiveness in the market.
Motion to adopted 1) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Palm Springs Promenade, LLC for a 155-room Kimpton Hotel located at the northeast corner of Tahquitz Canyon Way and Belardo Road; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23706, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE COVENANT WITH PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 155 ROOM KIMPTON HOTEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND BELARDO ROAD," and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6662. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to adopted 1) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Palm Springs Promenade, LLC for a 155-room Kimpton Hotel located at the northeast corner of Tahquitz Canyon Way and Belardo Road; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23706, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE COVENANT WITH PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 155 ROOM KIMPTON HOTEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND BELARDO ROAD," and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6662. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, thanked the City Council and Staff for their public service.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on Item 4.B. and requested the City Council reallocate the funds to homeless programs.
DAVE THORNTON, Executive Director of Angel View, commented on the programs provided by Angel View.
KARINA ELIZALDE, Outreach Specialist for Angel View, commented on the programs provided by Angel View.
FRANK TYSEN, commented on the Hotel TOT Rebate Incentive Program.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Lewin commented on the CVAG Homelessness Committee and the accomplishments of all the cities and the non-profit organizations in the Coachella Valley.
Councilmember Foat commented on programs and services for the homeless.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the Hotel TOT Rebate Incentive Program.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.C. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.Q., 2.R., 2.S., and 2.T. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.Q., 2.R., 2.S., and 2.T. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2014:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6401 WITH NEWCOMB|ANDERSON|MCCORMICK TO ADD FOUR ADDITIONAL GRANT FUNDED SOLAR SITES:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6375 WITH OPTERRA ENERGY SERVICES:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH MATICH CORPORATION FOR THE 2014 ANNUAL ASPHALT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CP 14-04):
Item 2G Staff Report
2.I. GRANT OF EASEMENT TO CALTRANS FOR MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIPMENT ON CITY PROPERTY AT THE INTERSECTION OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL (HIGHWAY 111) AND DISTRICT CENTER DRIVE (RW FILE 14-24):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14:
Item 2J Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH URS CORPORATION FOR PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MAIN RUNWAY CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.M. RECONVEY AND RELEASE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1036 ANDREAS PALMS DRIVE:
Item 2M Staff Report
2.N. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT EXTENSION WITH LANCE, SOLL & LUNGHARD, LLP FOR AUDITING SERVICES:
Item 2N Staff Report
2.O. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1862 APPROVING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) 368 IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR AN APPROXIMATELY 0.91-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF VISTA CHINO ROAD AT KAWEAH ROAD (260 WEST VISTA CHINO ROAD) AND CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION:
Item 2O Staff Report
2.Q. REPORT OF LOADING BRIDGE REPAIRS AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 7.04.040:
Item 2Q Staff Report
2.R. REPORT OF EMERGENCY PROCUREMENT FOR A BUILDING DEMOLITION LOCATED AT 790 CALLE SANTA CRUZ PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 7.04.040:
Item 2R Staff Report
2.S. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AN AGREEMENT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 5.62 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ANDREAS ROAD AND CALLE EL SEGUNDO AND ASSIGNMENT FROM O & M HR, LLC TO NEXUS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION/CENTRAL DIVISION:
Item 2S Staff Report
2.T. APPROVE PROJECT CHANGE ORDER PROCESS AND TRANSFER AN ADDITIONAL $2,115,605 FOR EVENT CENTER AND PARKING GARAGE DEMOLITION, CONSTRUCTION AND REHABILITATION OUTSIDE THE SCOPE OF WORK CONTAINED IN THE PROJECT FINANCING AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT AT 123 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Item 2T Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.C. APPROVE THE SUBMITTAL OF NOMINATION TO THE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES FOR THE WORKS OF ALBERT FREY TO INCLUDE PALM SPRINGS CITY HALL, FIRE STATION NO. 1, AND THE TRAMWAY GAS STATION:
Item 2C Staff Report
Councilmember Mills questioned whether the application was limited to the three properties as stated in the Report, requested Staff address if the building and/or the site are included, and the process that the City would have to follow.
Councilmember Lewin requested Staff address the process that the City would have to adhere to for modifications to the City's public building.
Councilmember Foat stated the repairs would only have to be approved by the Federal and State Commissions if Federal or State funding was used.
Table the Item for additional information from Staff. By consensus of the City Council.
2.H. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH TRI-STAR CONTRACTING II, FOR THE TRACT NO. 13257 (ARNICO TRACT) PHASE 3 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (CP 13-26):
Item 2H Staff Report
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of Staff.
2.L. CALIFORNIA HERO PROGRAM TO FINANCE ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS, AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS:
Item 2L Staff Report
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of Staff.
2.P. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1863 PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO REQUIRE PAYMENT OF PREVAILING WAGES FOR ALL PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS:
Item 2P Staff Report
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1863, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 7.06.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO REQUIRE PAYMENT OF PREVAILING WAGES FOR ALL PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1863, "AN ORDINANCE OF
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED UPDATES TO THE VACANT BUILDING ORDINANCE:
Item 3A No Staff Report
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of Staff.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. UPDATE ON THE
WATER MATTERS
PROGRAM AND WATER CONSERVATION INITIATIVES:
Item 4A Staff Report
Michele Mician, Sustainability Manager, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the process for the City landscape conversion projects.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the programs and the ordinances adopted by the City Council, and overseeding and compliance with water ordinances.
Councilmember Foat complimented Staff for efforts, and commented on the tree wells in the Uptown area of Palm Springs, and requested Staff recall the Shower Timers for an improved model.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the Desert Water Agency turf buy back program.
The City Council discussed the pool draining requirement.
No action taken. Direct Staff to perform further technical work on the requirements for draining swimming pools. By consensus of the City Council.
The City Council took Item 5.A. out of order and it was heard prior to Item 4.B.
4.B. PROGRESS REPORT ON THE SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS AREA INCENTIVE PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE THE EXTENSION OF THE FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OWNERS OR TENANTS THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND APPROVE $250,000 TO FUND THE PROGRAM:
Item 4B Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the success of the program and stated his support for the expansion of the program.
Motion to approved 1) Approve the extension of the Facade Improvement Program for commercial owners and tenants throughout the City of Palm Springs, and modify the matching grant requirements for businesses located on the east side of North Palm Canyon Drive, between Tahquitz Canyon Way and Amado Road; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23710, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2014-15 FISCAL YEAR TO PROVIDE $250,000 FOR THE FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Budget Resolution and the Facade Improvement Program. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Approve the extension of the Facade Improvement Program for commercial owners and tenants throughout
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPROVAL OF MEASURE A BOND FINANCING:
Item 5A Staff Report
Suzanne Harrell, Financial Advisor, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23709, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $7,000,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF 2015 LOCAL MEASURE A SALES TAX REVENUE BONDS AND AUTHORIZING INSTITUTION OF JUDICIAL VALIDATION PROCEEDINGS." Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23709, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills requested an update on the conversion of a tennis court to a pickleball court.
Mayor Pougnet provided a brief update on the status of the Downtown Revitalization project, requested the City Manager address the installation of a sidewalk at the Horizon Hotel as a Measure J Project, and the lack of a sidewalk at the Sparrow Hotel, repair of a palm tree at the Church Parking Lot, and vehicular speed on Murray Canyon.
Councilmember Foat requested City Staff address the irrigation in the Uptown tree wells, the missing light poles on the light-pole nipples, and the shooting stars which are not adjusted for the time change.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the installation of a sidewalk at the Horizon Hotel.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested the City Manager consider the installation of additional cross-walks in the Central Business District.
ADJOURNMENT:
Nov 19, 2014 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pougnet noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.S.
City Clerk Thompson stated Staff is requesting Item 2.H., Item 2.L. and Item 3.A. be withdrawn from the Agenda.
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.P. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO SIERRA OAKS PARTNERS, LLC, TO SUBDIVIDE AN APPROXIMATE 20-ACRE VACANT PARCEL INTO 40 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS AND 10 LETTERED LOTS LOCATED AT 655 WEST RAMON ROAD AND CEQA MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (CASE TTM 36738):
Item 1A Staff Report
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
TODD CUNNINGHAM, Applicant, provided information on the project as outlined in the written materials provided by the Applicant to the City Council.
FRANK TYSEN, Tennis Club Neighborhood Organization, provided positive comments regarding the developer and the outreach to the Neighborhood Organization, and requested the City Council approve the project.
TODD CUNNINGHAM, Applicant, continued his presentation of the project as outlined in the written documents provided to the City Council.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Mills questioned Staff if the property was classified as a hillside lot, questioned the slope of the property, if the Applicant is required to submit for AAC the full architecture, walls and landscape plans, commented on the street width, the landscape plan and plant material, requested the Applicant address the retention area, commented on the grading and the final look with the different pad heights, and requested the final project be returned to the City Council for approval.
Councilmember Foat stated her support of the project, recommended the street width remain, requested some breaks from asphalt streets.
Councilmember Lewin stated support of the project and is in keeping with the style of development of Palm Springs, and complemented the Applicant for the increased landscaping.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson stated his support for the development and the extensive public outreach.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the elevation plan, the amount of concrete at the end of the cul-d-sacs, and requested the grading plan be returned to the City Council.
Discussion was held regarding adding a condition of approval requiring all final plans be returned to the City Council.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23705, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, READOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 36738 FOR THE CREATION OF A 40-LOT SUBDIVISION ON APPROXIMATELY 20 ACRES OF VACANT LAND ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OF RAMON ROAD ABOUT 275 FEET WEST OF BELARDO ROAD, ZONE R-1-C, SECTION 22 (TTM 36738)," amending the conditions of approval to require all final plans be returned to the City Council for final approval. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23705, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
1.B. APPROVE A HOTEL OPERATIONS COVENANT AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR A 155-ROOM KIMPTON HOTEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND BELARDO ROAD PURSUANT TO THE CITY'S HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
Item 1B Staff Report
Item 1B Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
JUDY DEERTRACK, Palm Springs, commented on the Downtown Revitalization Project, and stated her concerns regarding the agreement, and requested a balance explanation of the financing of the project.
FRANK TYSEN, requested the City Council review and rewrite the hotel TOT rebate incentive program and stated the ordinance discriminates against small hotels.
CRAIG BLAU, Palm Springs, commented on the potential cost of the incentive rebate, questioned the criteria of the incentive, and commented on neighboring cities' hotel incentive programs.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Foat commented on the inclusion of the hotel incentive program for small hotels, and requested Staff provide further comments on the program.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the success of the hotel TOT incentive rebate program, how the program relates to small hotels, and stated the program is a good use of public resources.
Councilmember Foat commented on economic conditions at the time the hotel incentive program was approved, and the positive improvements and benefits to the City since its adoption.
Mayor Pougnet commented on other cities' TOT rebate programs, and the competitiveness in the market.
Motion to adopted 1) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Palm Springs Promenade, LLC for a 155-room Kimpton Hotel located at the northeast corner of Tahquitz Canyon Way and Belardo Road; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23706, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE COVENANT WITH PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 155 ROOM KIMPTON HOTEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND BELARDO ROAD," and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6662. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to adopted 1) Approve a Hotel Operations Covenant Agreement with Palm Springs Promenade, LLC for a 155-room Kimpton Hotel located at the northeast corner of Tahquitz Canyon Way and Belardo Road; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23706, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A HOTEL OPERATIONS INCENTIVE COVENANT WITH PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 155 ROOM KIMPTON HOTEL AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND BELARDO ROAD," and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6662. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, thanked the City Council and Staff for their public service.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on Item 4.B. and requested the City Council reallocate the funds to homeless programs.
DAVE THORNTON, Executive Director of Angel View, commented on the programs provided by Angel View.
KARINA ELIZALDE, Outreach Specialist for Angel View, commented on the programs provided by Angel View.
FRANK TYSEN, commented on the Hotel TOT Rebate Incentive Program.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Lewin commented on the CVAG Homelessness Committee and the accomplishments of all the cities and the non-profit organizations in the Coachella Valley.
Councilmember Foat commented on programs and services for the homeless.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the Hotel TOT Rebate Incentive Program.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.C. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Motion to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.Q., 2.R., 2.S., and 2.T. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.Q., 2.R., 2.S., and 2.T. (Approved)
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2014:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6401 WITH NEWCOMB|ANDERSON|MCCORMICK TO ADD FOUR ADDITIONAL GRANT FUNDED SOLAR SITES:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6375 WITH OPTERRA ENERGY SERVICES:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH MATICH CORPORATION FOR THE 2014 ANNUAL ASPHALT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CP 14-04):
Item 2G Staff Report
2.I. GRANT OF EASEMENT TO CALTRANS FOR MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIPMENT ON CITY PROPERTY AT THE INTERSECTION OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL (HIGHWAY 111) AND DISTRICT CENTER DRIVE (RW FILE 14-24):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14:
Item 2J Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH URS CORPORATION FOR PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MAIN RUNWAY CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.M. RECONVEY AND RELEASE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1036 ANDREAS PALMS DRIVE:
Item 2M Staff Report
2.N. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT EXTENSION WITH LANCE, SOLL & LUNGHARD, LLP FOR AUDITING SERVICES:
Item 2N Staff Report
2.O. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1862 APPROVING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) 368 IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR AN APPROXIMATELY 0.91-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF VISTA CHINO ROAD AT KAWEAH ROAD (260 WEST VISTA CHINO ROAD) AND CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION:
Item 2O Staff Report
2.Q. REPORT OF LOADING BRIDGE REPAIRS AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 7.04.040:
Item 2Q Staff Report
2.R. REPORT OF EMERGENCY PROCUREMENT FOR A BUILDING DEMOLITION LOCATED AT 790 CALLE SANTA CRUZ PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 7.04.040:
Item 2R Staff Report
2.S. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AN AGREEMENT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 5.62 ACRES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ANDREAS ROAD AND CALLE EL SEGUNDO AND ASSIGNMENT FROM O & M HR, LLC TO NEXUS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION/CENTRAL DIVISION:
Item 2S Staff Report
2.T. APPROVE PROJECT CHANGE ORDER PROCESS AND TRANSFER AN ADDITIONAL $2,115,605 FOR EVENT CENTER AND PARKING GARAGE DEMOLITION, CONSTRUCTION AND REHABILITATION OUTSIDE THE SCOPE OF WORK CONTAINED IN THE PROJECT FINANCING AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT AT 123 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Item 2T Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
Item 2C Staff Report
2.C. APPROVE THE SUBMITTAL OF NOMINATION TO THE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES FOR THE WORKS OF ALBERT FREY TO INCLUDE PALM SPRINGS CITY HALL, FIRE STATION NO. 1, AND THE TRAMWAY GAS STATION:
Item 2C Staff Report
Councilmember Mills questioned whether the application was limited to the three properties as stated in the Report, requested Staff address if the building and/or the site are included, and the process that the City would have to follow.
Councilmember Lewin requested Staff address the process that the City would have to adhere to for modifications to the City's public building.
Councilmember Foat stated the repairs would only have to be approved by the Federal and State Commissions if Federal or State funding was used.
Table the Item for additional information from Staff. By consensus of the City Council.
2.H. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH TRI-STAR CONTRACTING II, FOR THE TRACT NO. 13257 (ARNICO TRACT) PHASE 3 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (CP 13-26):
Item 2H Staff Report
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of Staff.
2.L. CALIFORNIA HERO PROGRAM TO FINANCE ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS, AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE FOR PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS:
Item 2L Staff Report
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of Staff.
2.P. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1863 PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO REQUIRE PAYMENT OF PREVAILING WAGES FOR ALL PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS:
Item 2P Staff Report
Motion to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1863, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 7.06.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO REQUIRE PAYMENT OF PREVAILING WAGES FOR ALL PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS." Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin.
Vote to approved Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and adopt Ordinance No. 1863, "AN ORDINANCE OF
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED UPDATES TO THE VACANT BUILDING ORDINANCE:
Item 3A No Staff Report
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of Staff.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. UPDATE ON THE
WATER MATTERS
PROGRAM AND WATER CONSERVATION INITIATIVES:
Item 4A Staff Report
Michele Mician, Sustainability Manager, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the process for the City landscape conversion projects.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the programs and the ordinances adopted by the City Council, and overseeding and compliance with water ordinances.
Councilmember Foat complimented Staff for efforts, and commented on the tree wells in the Uptown area of Palm Springs, and requested Staff recall the Shower Timers for an improved model.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the Desert Water Agency turf buy back program.
The City Council discussed the pool draining requirement.
No action taken. Direct Staff to perform further technical work on the requirements for draining swimming pools. By consensus of the City Council.
The City Council took Item 5.A. out of order and it was heard prior to Item 4.B.
4.B. PROGRESS REPORT ON THE SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS AREA INCENTIVE PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE THE EXTENSION OF THE FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OWNERS OR TENANTS THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND APPROVE $250,000 TO FUND THE PROGRAM:
Item 4B Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the success of the program and stated his support for the expansion of the program.
Motion to approved 1) Approve the extension of the Facade Improvement Program for commercial owners and tenants throughout the City of Palm Springs, and modify the matching grant requirements for businesses located on the east side of North Palm Canyon Drive, between Tahquitz Canyon Way and Amado Road; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23710, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2014-15 FISCAL YEAR TO PROVIDE $250,000 FOR THE FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Budget Resolution and the Facade Improvement Program. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Approve the extension of the Facade Improvement Program for commercial owners and tenants throughout
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPROVAL OF MEASURE A BOND FINANCING:
Item 5A Staff Report
Suzanne Harrell, Financial Advisor, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated November 19, 2014.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23709, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $7,000,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF 2015 LOCAL MEASURE A SALES TAX REVENUE BONDS AND AUTHORIZING INSTITUTION OF JUDICIAL VALIDATION PROCEEDINGS." Moved by Councilmember Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23709, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills requested an update on the conversion of a tennis court to a pickleball court.
Mayor Pougnet provided a brief update on the status of the Downtown Revitalization project, requested the City Manager address the installation of a sidewalk at the Horizon Hotel as a Measure J Project, and the lack of a sidewalk at the Sparrow Hotel, repair of a palm tree at the Church Parking Lot, and vehicular speed on Murray Canyon.
Councilmember Foat requested City Staff address the irrigation in the Uptown tree wells, the missing light poles on the light-pole nipples, and the shooting stars which are not adjusted for the time change.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the installation of a sidewalk at the Horizon Hotel.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested the City Manager consider the installation of additional cross-walks in the Central Business District.
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