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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 5 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.D.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.C.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. VIA OLIVERA, LLC, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (TTM) 36737 FOR A FIVE (5) LOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION, PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) 373, AND A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION AT 199 WEST VIA OLIVERA AND CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION (CASE 5.1348/TTM 36737/PDD 373/3.3730 MAJ):
Item 1A Staff Report
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated January 7, 2015.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
GORDON STEIN, Applicant, requested the City Council approve the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the Applicant provide information regarding notification to buyers concerning the potential adjacent multi-family development.
Councilmember Mills commented on the number of units proposed for the development, requested Staff address the Planning Commission Architectural Advisory Committee Review Guidelines, the required PDD CUP findings, requested Staff address the location of the A/C equipment, location of trash containers, the cedar door materials, requested the Planning Commission review elevation of walls including stepping, and suggested the addition of overhangs over windows.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin stated the project was well-designed and stated his approval of the project.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23741, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 373, MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION 3.3730 MAJ, AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 36737 FOR A FIVE (5) LOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION AND CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION AT 199 WEST VIA OLIVERA, ZONE R-2, SECTION 3 (CASE 5.1348/TTM 36737/PDD 373/3.3730 MAJ)." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23741, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
1.B. WEST COAST HOUSING PARTNERS FOR APPROVAL OF A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR CONDOMINIUM USES IN THE RESORT COMBINING ZONE, A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION, AND A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR DEVELOPMENT OF 46 TWO-STORY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL UNITS ON ROUGHLY 5.23 ACRES AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND ALVARADO ROAD AND ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION UNDER CEQA (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725) (ZONE C-1/RGA-6/RESORT COMBINING ZONE) (APN'S 504-074-001, 002 AND 008):
Item 1B Staff Report
Item 1B Oversized Renderings
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated January 7, 2015, and noted the public benefits of the project as follows: the creation of a public plaza, an interior plaza and bocce ball court, and public sidewalk and street improvements.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested Staff address the distance between units, the entrances to the gated community, and the use of the recreation area.
Mayor Pougnet questioned the use of pavers for the interior streets.
Councilmember Foat questioned if the streets are private, the condition for the entry gates, and an individual pool for each unit.
Councilmember Mills questioned if the project was a PD in-lieu of a change of zone and not a CUP.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
STEVE HESTER, Applicant, commented on the development, requested the City Council approve the project, and introduced the project architect who provided background statistics on the allowed uses.
MARVIN ROOS, outlined requested modifications to the Conditions of Approval as submitted in his written document.
GARY LEE SMITH, requested the City Council approve the development as recommended by the Applicant.
PAUL POPE, requested the City Council approve the development as recommended by the Applicant.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
PROJECT ARCHITECT, Rebuttal, commented on the rendering of the end units.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested the Applicant address the unit parking for each unit, commented on the emergency access on the streets, commented on the gated community, the bike station, questioned the maintenance of the bike station, and commented on the lack of landscaping outside of the development on Alvarado and De Anza.
Councilmember Mills commented on the preparation of the Staff Report, requested clarification of the proposed art wall, the staggering of units, the use of pavers, stated his support for the 24 foot streets, commented on the requested amendments to the Conditions of Approval, questioned the options for the live/work units, commented on the overhang over glass, and suggested the Planning Commission review full elevation of side street walls and stepping, and the location of pool equipment and HVAC equipment.
Councilmember Foat commented on the preparation of the Staff Report, commented on the separation between buildings, the street width, commented on the requested modifications to the Conditions of Approval, commented on the requirement for open gates, and stated her support for the project.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated his support of the project as proposed, commented on the separation between buildings, and commented on the deletion of certain Planning Commission recommendations to the Conditions of Approval.
Mayor Pougnet stated his support for the project, and commented on the separation between units.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23742, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION UNDER CEQA AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (TTM) 36725 (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725);
amending the Conditions of Approval as follows: a) Delete Conditions PLN17, PLN18, ENG20, FID4, PLN19, PLN20; b) amend Condition PLN 26 to review final architectural design by the Planning Commission for the following items only: overhangs and shading, review full elevations of street walls, placement of HVAC and pool equipment, landscaping on Alvarado and De Anza, staggering of certain units in the development, carve out of certain walls and incorporate certain unit walls into the exterior wall; and c) amend condition PLN23 to require solar with the ability to generate 1/4 of the expected annual energy use for each unit
and 2) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1869, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) 370 IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A PROPOSED COMMUNITY COMPRISED OF 46 TWO-STORY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL UNITS, PRIVATE STREETS, AND OPEN SPACE ON A ROUGHLY 5.23 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND ALVARADO ROAD (APN'S 504-074-001, 002 AND 008) (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725);" amending the findings of the ordinance consistent with the approval of the project as conditioned. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23742, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION UNDER CEQA AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (TTM) 36725 (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725);
amending the Conditions of Approval as follows: a) Delete Conditions PLN17, PLN18, ENG20, FID4, PLN19, PLN20; b) amend Condition PLN 26 to review final architectural design by the Planning Commission for the following items only: overhangs and shading, review full elevations of street walls, placement of HVAC and pool equipment, landscaping on Alvarado and De Anza, staggering of certain units in the development, carve out of certain walls and incorporate certain unit walls into the exterior wall; and c) amend condition PLN23 to require solar with the ability to generate 1/4 of the expected annual energy use for each unit
and 2) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1869, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) 370 IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A PROPOSED COMMUNITY COMPRISED OF 46 TWO-STORY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL UNITS, PRIVATE STREETS, AND OPEN SPACE ON A ROUGHLY 5.23 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND ALVARADO ROAD (APN'S 504-074-001, 002 AND 008) (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725);" amending the findings of the ordinance consistent with the approval of the project as conditioned. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
EMILY HEMPHILL, commented on Item 2.K. and the condition regarding grading, and commented on the proposed amendment to the EIR.
GEORGE ZANDER, Palm Springs, commented on the Federal Blood Ban, requested City facilities not be used for blood drives.
DR. JONATHAN FREEMAN, Palm Springs, commented on the new website for Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood and vacation rental regulations.
BILL SANDERSON, Palm Springs, commented on Townie Bagels.
MARVIN ROOS, commented on Item 2.K., the grading at the Desert Palisades project, and the impacts to the surrounding residents.
ED FREEMAN, commented on Item 2.K., the grading at the Desert Palisades project and requested the City Council approve the addendum to the EIR.
ROBERT ROTMAN, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.K., read a portion of the letter from the Little Tuscany Neighborhood Organization, and requested the City Council take no action on approving an addendum to the EIR.
DENNIS WOODS, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.K, the actions by the Developer at Desert Palisades, and requested the City Council deny the addendum to the EIR.
MICHELE EDELSTEIN, commented on Item 2.K., and the mitigation restriction for the grading activities in the EIR.
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.I., 2.J., and 2.L. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, 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.I., 2.J., and 2.L.
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1865 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 5):
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1866 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 6):
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1867 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 7):
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1868 TO AMEND THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO EMERGENCY SHELTERS IN THE M-2 (MANUFACTURING) DISTRICT AND CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION (CASE 5.1332-ZTA):
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. RESOLUTION OF INTENTION AND PROPOSED BOUNDARY MAP TO ANNEX TERRITORY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 8:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2014:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. APPROVE A TEN-YEAR MAINTENANCE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH WESTERN ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR THE COGENERATION PLANT ENGINE/GENERATOR:
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 6 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6375 WITH OPTERRA ENERGY SERVICES, INC. ADDING A FIBER OPTIC ENERGY MANAGEMENT COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM FOR THE MUNICIPAL COMPLEX IN THE AMOUNT OF $97,008:
Item 2J Staff Report
2.L. DEVELOPMENT PROJECT FEE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14:
Item 2L Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.K. THE DESERT PALISADES SPECIFIC PLAN ADOPTING AN ADDENDUM TO A PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) RELATED TO DEVELOPMENT OF A 117-ACRE SITE IN PLANNING AREA 4 OF THE ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREA - SPECIFIC PLAN ZONE (ESA-SP) (CHINO CONE) AT THE WESTERN TERMINUS OF WEST RACQUET CLUB ROAD:
Item 2K Staff Report
Marcus Fuller, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer, provided background information on the grading activities and the lack of a traffic control plan.
City Attorney Holland explained the process for the addendum of the EIR.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the traffic impact to Racquet Club, and stated his concerns with approving an addendum that may affect the Big Horn Sheep.
Councilmember Mills requested the project biologist address the impact to the Big Horn Sheep.
Councilmember Foat commented on the impact to the neighborhood, the impact from the street sweeper, requested the Developer address why they did not stop grading on December 30, commented on the construction start time, requested Staff meeting with the Neighborhood and the Developer, and questioned if the sand trucks will stop until the Tramway Road option is available.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the offer to stop the trucks moving sand, Staff mediation, and the required biologist on site.
Councilmember Foat requested an open line of communication between the neighborhood organization and Staff.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23744, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN ADDENDUM TO THE PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE DESERT PALISADES SPECIFIC PLAN (DPSP), IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES, SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 4, RANGE 4 (IL) (CASE 5.1154 SP)." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23744, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS INCENTIVE AREAS PROGRAM GUIDELINES AND AMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE AGREEMENT:
Item 4A Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated January 7, 2015.
Councilmember Foat commented on the request for $250,000 that could be used up by only one business, and discussed the process for award.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin stated he preferred the uniformity of the previous program.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23746, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2014-15 FISCAL YEAR TO PROVIDE $300,000 FOR THE INCENTIVE GRANT AGREEMENT;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23747, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE GUIDELINES FOR THE SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS INCENTIVE PROGRAM AREAS;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Special Economic Development Focus Incentive Areas Program. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23746, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2014-15 FISCAL YEAR TO PROVIDE $300,000 FOR THE INCENTIVE GRANT AGREEMENT;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23747, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE GUIDELINES FOR THE SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS INCENTIVE PROGRAM AREAS;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Special Economic Development Focus Incentive Areas Program. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS: None.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the placement of the real estate directional sign at City Hall.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the condition of the City Hall Parking lot, and the Salton Sea license plate program.
Councilmember Foat requested ridership information for the Palm Springs BUZZ, requested that the signage be improved and stated additional marketing information is needed.
Mayor Pougnet requested the City Manager urgently create a homeless committee.
ADJOURNMENT:
Jan 07, 2015 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 5 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.D.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.C.
Motion to approved Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. VIA OLIVERA, LLC, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (TTM) 36737 FOR A FIVE (5) LOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION, PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) 373, AND A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION AT 199 WEST VIA OLIVERA AND CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION (CASE 5.1348/TTM 36737/PDD 373/3.3730 MAJ):
Item 1A Staff Report
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated January 7, 2015.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
GORDON STEIN, Applicant, requested the City Council approve the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the Applicant provide information regarding notification to buyers concerning the potential adjacent multi-family development.
Councilmember Mills commented on the number of units proposed for the development, requested Staff address the Planning Commission Architectural Advisory Committee Review Guidelines, the required PDD CUP findings, requested Staff address the location of the A/C equipment, location of trash containers, the cedar door materials, requested the Planning Commission review elevation of walls including stepping, and suggested the addition of overhangs over windows.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin stated the project was well-designed and stated his approval of the project.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23741, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 373, MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION 3.3730 MAJ, AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 36737 FOR A FIVE (5) LOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION AND CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION AT 199 WEST VIA OLIVERA, ZONE R-2, SECTION 3 (CASE 5.1348/TTM 36737/PDD 373/3.3730 MAJ)." Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23741, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
1.B. WEST COAST HOUSING PARTNERS FOR APPROVAL OF A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR CONDOMINIUM USES IN THE RESORT COMBINING ZONE, A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION, AND A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FOR DEVELOPMENT OF 46 TWO-STORY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL UNITS ON ROUGHLY 5.23 ACRES AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND ALVARADO ROAD AND ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION UNDER CEQA (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725) (ZONE C-1/RGA-6/RESORT COMBINING ZONE) (APN'S 504-074-001, 002 AND 008):
Item 1B Staff Report
Item 1B Oversized Renderings
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated January 7, 2015, and noted the public benefits of the project as follows: the creation of a public plaza, an interior plaza and bocce ball court, and public sidewalk and street improvements.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested Staff address the distance between units, the entrances to the gated community, and the use of the recreation area.
Mayor Pougnet questioned the use of pavers for the interior streets.
Councilmember Foat questioned if the streets are private, the condition for the entry gates, and an individual pool for each unit.
Councilmember Mills questioned if the project was a PD in-lieu of a change of zone and not a CUP.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
STEVE HESTER, Applicant, commented on the development, requested the City Council approve the project, and introduced the project architect who provided background statistics on the allowed uses.
MARVIN ROOS, outlined requested modifications to the Conditions of Approval as submitted in his written document.
GARY LEE SMITH, requested the City Council approve the development as recommended by the Applicant.
PAUL POPE, requested the City Council approve the development as recommended by the Applicant.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
PROJECT ARCHITECT, Rebuttal, commented on the rendering of the end units.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested the Applicant address the unit parking for each unit, commented on the emergency access on the streets, commented on the gated community, the bike station, questioned the maintenance of the bike station, and commented on the lack of landscaping outside of the development on Alvarado and De Anza.
Councilmember Mills commented on the preparation of the Staff Report, requested clarification of the proposed art wall, the staggering of units, the use of pavers, stated his support for the 24 foot streets, commented on the requested amendments to the Conditions of Approval, questioned the options for the live/work units, commented on the overhang over glass, and suggested the Planning Commission review full elevation of side street walls and stepping, and the location of pool equipment and HVAC equipment.
Councilmember Foat commented on the preparation of the Staff Report, commented on the separation between buildings, the street width, commented on the requested modifications to the Conditions of Approval, commented on the requirement for open gates, and stated her support for the project.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated his support of the project as proposed, commented on the separation between buildings, and commented on the deletion of certain Planning Commission recommendations to the Conditions of Approval.
Mayor Pougnet stated his support for the project, and commented on the separation between units.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23742, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION UNDER CEQA AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (TTM) 36725 (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725);
amending the Conditions of Approval as follows: a) Delete Conditions PLN17, PLN18, ENG20, FID4, PLN19, PLN20; b) amend Condition PLN 26 to review final architectural design by the Planning Commission for the following items only: overhangs and shading, review full elevations of street walls, placement of HVAC and pool equipment, landscaping on Alvarado and De Anza, staggering of certain units in the development, carve out of certain walls and incorporate certain unit walls into the exterior wall; and c) amend condition PLN23 to require solar with the ability to generate 1/4 of the expected annual energy use for each unit
and 2) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1869, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) 370 IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A PROPOSED COMMUNITY COMPRISED OF 46 TWO-STORY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL UNITS, PRIVATE STREETS, AND OPEN SPACE ON A ROUGHLY 5.23 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND ALVARADO ROAD (APN'S 504-074-001, 002 AND 008) (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725);" amending the findings of the ordinance consistent with the approval of the project as conditioned. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23742, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION UNDER CEQA AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (TTM) 36725 (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725);
amending the Conditions of Approval as follows: a) Delete Conditions PLN17, PLN18, ENG20, FID4, PLN19, PLN20; b) amend Condition PLN 26 to review final architectural design by the Planning Commission for the following items only: overhangs and shading, review full elevations of street walls, placement of HVAC and pool equipment, landscaping on Alvarado and De Anza, staggering of certain units in the development, carve out of certain walls and incorporate certain unit walls into the exterior wall; and c) amend condition PLN23 to require solar with the ability to generate 1/4 of the expected annual energy use for each unit
and 2) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1869, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) 370 IN LIEU OF A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR A PROPOSED COMMUNITY COMPRISED OF 46 TWO-STORY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL UNITS, PRIVATE STREETS, AND OPEN SPACE ON A ROUGHLY 5.23 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND ALVARADO ROAD (APN'S 504-074-001, 002 AND 008) (CASE 5.1340 CUP PDD 370/3.3742 MAJ/TTM 36725);" amending the findings of the ordinance consistent with the approval of the project as conditioned. (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
EMILY HEMPHILL, commented on Item 2.K. and the condition regarding grading, and commented on the proposed amendment to the EIR.
GEORGE ZANDER, Palm Springs, commented on the Federal Blood Ban, requested City facilities not be used for blood drives.
DR. JONATHAN FREEMAN, Palm Springs, commented on the new website for Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood and vacation rental regulations.
BILL SANDERSON, Palm Springs, commented on Townie Bagels.
MARVIN ROOS, commented on Item 2.K., the grading at the Desert Palisades project, and the impacts to the surrounding residents.
ED FREEMAN, commented on Item 2.K., the grading at the Desert Palisades project and requested the City Council approve the addendum to the EIR.
ROBERT ROTMAN, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.K., read a portion of the letter from the Little Tuscany Neighborhood Organization, and requested the City Council take no action on approving an addendum to the EIR.
DENNIS WOODS, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.K, the actions by the Developer at Desert Palisades, and requested the City Council deny the addendum to the EIR.
MICHELE EDELSTEIN, commented on Item 2.K., and the mitigation restriction for the grading activities in the EIR.
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.I., 2.J., and 2.L. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, 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.I., 2.J., and 2.L.
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
Item 2A Staff Report
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Item 2B Staff Report
2.C. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1865 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 5):
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1866 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 6):
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1867 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 7):
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1868 TO AMEND THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO EMERGENCY SHELTERS IN THE M-2 (MANUFACTURING) DISTRICT AND CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION (CASE 5.1332-ZTA):
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. RESOLUTION OF INTENTION AND PROPOSED BOUNDARY MAP TO ANNEX TERRITORY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 8:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2014:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. APPROVE A TEN-YEAR MAINTENANCE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH WESTERN ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR THE COGENERATION PLANT ENGINE/GENERATOR:
Item 2I Staff Report
2.J. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 6 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6375 WITH OPTERRA ENERGY SERVICES, INC. ADDING A FIBER OPTIC ENERGY MANAGEMENT COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM FOR THE MUNICIPAL COMPLEX IN THE AMOUNT OF $97,008:
Item 2J Staff Report
2.L. DEVELOPMENT PROJECT FEE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14:
Item 2L Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.K. THE DESERT PALISADES SPECIFIC PLAN ADOPTING AN ADDENDUM TO A PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) RELATED TO DEVELOPMENT OF A 117-ACRE SITE IN PLANNING AREA 4 OF THE ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREA - SPECIFIC PLAN ZONE (ESA-SP) (CHINO CONE) AT THE WESTERN TERMINUS OF WEST RACQUET CLUB ROAD:
Item 2K Staff Report
Marcus Fuller, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer, provided background information on the grading activities and the lack of a traffic control plan.
City Attorney Holland explained the process for the addendum of the EIR.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the traffic impact to Racquet Club, and stated his concerns with approving an addendum that may affect the Big Horn Sheep.
Councilmember Mills requested the project biologist address the impact to the Big Horn Sheep.
Councilmember Foat commented on the impact to the neighborhood, the impact from the street sweeper, requested the Developer address why they did not stop grading on December 30, commented on the construction start time, requested Staff meeting with the Neighborhood and the Developer, and questioned if the sand trucks will stop until the Tramway Road option is available.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the offer to stop the trucks moving sand, Staff mediation, and the required biologist on site.
Councilmember Foat requested an open line of communication between the neighborhood organization and Staff.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23744, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN ADDENDUM TO THE PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE DESERT PALISADES SPECIFIC PLAN (DPSP), IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES, SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 4, RANGE 4 (IL) (CASE 5.1154 SP)." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23744, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS INCENTIVE AREAS PROGRAM GUIDELINES AND AMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE AGREEMENT:
Item 4A Staff Report
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated January 7, 2015.
Councilmember Foat commented on the request for $250,000 that could be used up by only one business, and discussed the process for award.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin stated he preferred the uniformity of the previous program.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23746, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2014-15 FISCAL YEAR TO PROVIDE $300,000 FOR THE INCENTIVE GRANT AGREEMENT;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23747, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE GUIDELINES FOR THE SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS INCENTIVE PROGRAM AREAS;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Special Economic Development Focus Incentive Areas Program. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23746, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2014-15 FISCAL YEAR TO PROVIDE $300,000 FOR THE INCENTIVE GRANT AGREEMENT;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23747, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE GUIDELINES FOR THE SPECIAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOCUS INCENTIVE PROGRAM AREAS;" and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Special Economic Development Focus Incentive Areas Program. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS: None.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the placement of the real estate directional sign at City Hall.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the condition of the City Hall Parking lot, and the Salton Sea license plate program.
Councilmember Foat requested ridership information for the Palm Springs BUZZ, requested that the signage be improved and stated additional marketing information is needed.
Mayor Pougnet requested the City Manager urgently create a homeless committee.
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