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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:

Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Item 2.C. Warrant No. 1076409.

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

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

Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended.

1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

1.A. ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (CFD) NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 8, CALLING AND CONDUCTING THE SPECIAL ELECTION, AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN THE CFD (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540):

Item 1A Staff Report

City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

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

Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23766, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540)." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23766, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540)." (Approved)

City Clerk Thompson stated he canvassed the results of the special election and executed the Canvass and Statement of Result of election as follows: Annexation No. 8, 117 votes cast, 117 yes votes cast, zero no votes cast, 2/3rds of the property owners voting yes for the Annexation, the City Council may proceed with adopting the resolution and introduce the ordinance.

Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23767, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540);" and 2) Waive reading of the full text and introduce on first reading by title only, Ordinance No. 1872, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540)." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.

Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23767, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540);" and 2) Waive reading of the full text and introduce on first reading by title only, Ordinance No. 1872, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540)." (Approved)

1.B. SPECTRUM SERVICES (VERIZON WIRELESS) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A FIFTY FOOT TALL MONOPOLE WITH ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT SHELTER, VARIANCE REQUEST TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ANTENNA HEIGHT PERMITTED AT A DESERT WATER AGENCY SITE ON SAN JOAQUIN DRIVE, APPROVING A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (CASE NOS. 5.1315 CUP AND 6.531 VAR):

Item 1B Staff Report

Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

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

MICHAEL HAYES, Applicant, requested the City Council approve the project.

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

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the cell tower: mono-palm v. mono-pole installation, the location and/or the removal of the five-palm trees, the proposed eight-foot wall should match the current Escena wall.

Motion to approved Adopt Resolution "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A FIFTY FOOT TALL MONOPOLE AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT SHELTER, A VARIANCE TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ANTENNA HEIGHT PERMITTED AT A DESERT WATER AGENCY SITE ON SAN JOAQUIN DRIVE, AND A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, ZONE M-1-P SECTION 18 (CASES 5.1315 CUP AND CASE 6.531 VAR)," in a mono-pole style, requiring the eight-foot fence match the existing Escena fence, and removing the condition for five additional palm trees. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A

Motion to approved Adopt Resolution "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A FIFTY FOOT TALL MONOPOLE AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT SHELTER, A VARIANCE TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ANTENNA HEIGHT PERMITTED AT A DESERT WATER AGENCY SITE ON SAN JOAQUIN DRIVE, AND A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, ZONE M-1-P SECTION 18 (CASES 5.1315 CUP AND CASE 6.531 VAR)," in a mono-pole style, requiring the eight-foot fence match the existing Escena fence, and requiring the installation of five additional palm trees. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A

PUBLIC COMMENT:

KATHLEEN ERCOL, announced the upcoming Riverside County Public Health Community Forum.

AL SMOOT thanked the City Council for the opportunity to serve the City in his various capacities constructing capital projects in the City of Palm Springs.

BUNNI BENARON, Rancho Mirage, commented on Item 5.A. and requested the R. Hero sculpture be placed at the Palm Springs Public Library.

KAREN BARONE, commented on Item 5.A. and requested the R. Hero sculpture be placed at the Palm Springs Public Library.

LEXIE MARTONE, Palm Springs, commented on golf-course noise in the early morning.

NANCY STUART, Palm Springs, provided an update on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:

Mayor Pougnet requested the City Manager provide information on traffic calming on Murray Canyon and the other issues in the Indian Canyons.

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., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P. 2.Q., 2.R., and 2.S. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.

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., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O.,

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. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2015:

Item 2D Staff Report

2.E. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE CITY OF COACHELLA TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR THE TERM ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015:

Item 2E Staff Report

2.F. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO MIRAGE TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR THE TERM ENDING JANUARY 31, 2018:

Item 2F Staff Report

2.G. CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6565 WITH MATICH CORPORATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $140,984.01 FOR THE 2014 PAVEMENT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CP 14-04):

Item 2G Staff Report

2.H. ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEMUTH GYM FLOOR REPLACEMENT PROJECT (CP 14-06):

Item 2H Staff Report

2.I. ACCEPTANCE OF THE CERRITOS FIELD INFIELD REPLACEMENT AND LIGHTPOLE RELOCATION PROJECT (IFB 15-04):

Item 2I Staff Report

2.J. APPROVE COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF NET MOTION MOBILITY SOFTWARE FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, INCLUSIVE OF ANNUAL LICENSE AND MAINTENANCE FOR FIVE (5) YEARS IN THE AMOUNT OF $51,487.71:

Item 2J Staff Report

2.K. RATIFICATION OF THE ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE ACCESS LINE RATE APPROVED BY THE VOTERS BY MEASURE "G" PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE § 3.39.050:

Item 2K Staff Report

2.L. APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 6 IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,698.84 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6518 WITH ABBOUD DIAMOND CONSTRUCTION, INC., AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY REMODEL (CP 13-03):

Item 2L Staff Report

2.M. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID, AND APPROVAL OF A CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION FOR THE DESERT HIGHLAND UNITY CENTER GYM AIR CONDITIONING IMPROVEMENTS (CP 14-15):

Item 2M Staff Report

2.N. REQUEST BY LAWRENCE SALAMEH FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY (PCN) TO SELL BEER, WINE AND DISTILLED SPIRITS FOR OFF PREMISE CONSUMPTION (TYPE 21 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE) AT A PROPOSED LIQUOR STORE LOCATED AT 2781 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.0971 PCN):

Item 2N Staff Report

2.O. APPROVAL AND TRANSMITTAL OF RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS 15-16A) FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2015, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2015, PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE § 34169(g)(1):

Item 2O Staff Report

2.P. APPROVAL OF A BUDGET RESOLUTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $162,936 AND APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 8 IN THE AMOUNT OF $775,271 WITH OPTERRA ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR THE CITYWIDE ENERGY PROJECT:

Item 2P Staff Report

2.Q. WEST AVIATION SERVICES, INC. NON-EXCLUSIVE OPERATING AND LEASE AGREEMENT FOR EXCLUSIVE USE SPACE:

Item 2Q Staff Report

2.R. APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO AND ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT (A5393) BETWEEN LV PALM SPRINGS VILLAGE, LLC, (ASSIGNOR), FCA CA, LLC, (ASSIGNEE), AND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS REGARDING TRACT MAP NO. 31848-1 (AVALON), NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AND SUNRISE PARKWAY:

Item 2R Staff Report

2.S. SKY CHEFS, INC. NON-EXCLUSIVE AIRLINE CATERING CONCESSION AND SPACE AGREEMENT:

Item 2S Staff Report

Item 2T Staff Report

EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:

2.T. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH SYMBLAZE FOR BRANDING AND CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE PALM SPRINGS BUZZ:

Item 2T Staff Report

Councilmember Foat requested an update on the proposed modifications to the Buzz stops and routes.

Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A6552 with Symblaze, for an additional amount of $32,724 and a revised total contract amount of $87,549; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6552. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.

Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A6552 with Symblaze, for an additional amount of $32,724 an

3. LEGISLATIVE:

3.A. AN URGENCY ORDINANCE AND A NON-URGENCY ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 2.06.030, 6.12.030, AND 94.10.00 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COUNCIL CALL UP OF COMMISSION AND BOARD ACTIONS AND SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES:

Item 3A Staff Report

City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested the City Attorney address the modified language as it relates to City Council call up provisions.

Councilmember Foat commented on finding C in the ordinance.

Motion to approved 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and adopt Ordinance No. 1873, "AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 2.06.030, 6.12.030, AND 94.10.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COUNCIL CALL UP OF COMMISSION AND BOARD ACTIONS AND THE SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES 6.12.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE;" and 2) Introduce on first reading, and refer to the Planning Commission, Ordinance No. 1874, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 2.06.030, 6.12.030, AND 94.10.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COUNCIL CALL UP OF COMMISSION AND BOARD ACTIONS AND THE SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES 6.12.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.

Vote to approved 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and adopt Ordinance

4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.

5. NEW BUSINESS:

5.A. APPROVE THE INSTALLATION OF THE SCULPTURE "R. HERO" BY KAREN AND TONY BARONE AT AN ALTERNATE SITE:

Item 5A Staff Report

City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the proposed locations.

Motion to approved 1) Approve the installation of the donated sculpture "R. HERO" at the Palm Springs Public Library; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to approved 1) Approve the installation of the donated sculpture "R. HERO" at the Palm Springs Public Library; and

5.B. DISCUSSION OF POTENTIAL REGULATIONS ON THE CONVERSION OF RENTAL HOUSING TO CONDOMINIUMS INCLUDING RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:

Item 5B Staff Report

City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to tenant relocation assistance for conversions: formula to calculate tenant relocation assistance, incorporation of a tiered system for location assistance, effect with rent control units, additional research on effects of Section 8 Housing units, the applicability to mobile home park conversions, the impact on recent purchases under the current rules, and inclusion of a right of first purchase.

ACTION: Appoint Mayor Pro Tem Lewin and Mayor Pougnet to an ad hoc City Council Subcommittee for condominium conversions. By unanimous consent of the City Council.

5.C. SECOND QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET UPDATE:

Item 5C No Materials

Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the Mid-Year 2014-15 Budget Update Report dated February 18, 2015.

No action taken.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:

Mayor Pougnet requested Staff present an update on the water saving component of the Chevron Project and requested Staff develop a program to change the Official City Flag.

ADJOURNMENT:

Feb 18, 2015 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:

Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Item 2.C. Warrant No. 1076409.

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

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

Vote to approved Accept the Agenda as amended.

1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

1.A. ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (CFD) NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 8, CALLING AND CONDUCTING THE SPECIAL ELECTION, AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN THE CFD (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540):

Item 1A Staff Report

City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

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

Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23766, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540)." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23766, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540)." (Approved)

City Clerk Thompson stated he canvassed the results of the special election and executed the Canvass and Statement of Result of election as follows: Annexation No. 8, 117 votes cast, 117 yes votes cast, zero no votes cast, 2/3rds of the property owners voting yes for the Annexation, the City Council may proceed with adopting the resolution and introduce the ordinance.

Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23767, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540);" and 2) Waive reading of the full text and introduce on first reading by title only, Ordinance No. 1872, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540)." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.

Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23767, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540);" and 2) Waive reading of the full text and introduce on first reading by title only, Ordinance No. 1872, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540)." (Approved)

1.B. SPECTRUM SERVICES (VERIZON WIRELESS) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A FIFTY FOOT TALL MONOPOLE WITH ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT SHELTER, VARIANCE REQUEST TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ANTENNA HEIGHT PERMITTED AT A DESERT WATER AGENCY SITE ON SAN JOAQUIN DRIVE, APPROVING A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (CASE NOS. 5.1315 CUP AND 6.531 VAR):

Item 1B Staff Report

Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

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

MICHAEL HAYES, Applicant, requested the City Council approve the project.

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

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to the cell tower: mono-palm v. mono-pole installation, the location and/or the removal of the five-palm trees, the proposed eight-foot wall should match the current Escena wall.

Motion to approved Adopt Resolution "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A FIFTY FOOT TALL MONOPOLE AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT SHELTER, A VARIANCE TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ANTENNA HEIGHT PERMITTED AT A DESERT WATER AGENCY SITE ON SAN JOAQUIN DRIVE, AND A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, ZONE M-1-P SECTION 18 (CASES 5.1315 CUP AND CASE 6.531 VAR)," in a mono-pole style, requiring the eight-foot fence match the existing Escena fence, and removing the condition for five additional palm trees. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A

Motion to approved Adopt Resolution "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A FIFTY FOOT TALL MONOPOLE AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT SHELTER, A VARIANCE TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ANTENNA HEIGHT PERMITTED AT A DESERT WATER AGENCY SITE ON SAN JOAQUIN DRIVE, AND A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, ZONE M-1-P SECTION 18 (CASES 5.1315 CUP AND CASE 6.531 VAR)," in a mono-pole style, requiring the eight-foot fence match the existing Escena fence, and requiring the installation of five additional palm trees. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.

Vote to approved Adopt Resolution "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A

PUBLIC COMMENT:

KATHLEEN ERCOL, announced the upcoming Riverside County Public Health Community Forum.

AL SMOOT thanked the City Council for the opportunity to serve the City in his various capacities constructing capital projects in the City of Palm Springs.

BUNNI BENARON, Rancho Mirage, commented on Item 5.A. and requested the R. Hero sculpture be placed at the Palm Springs Public Library.

KAREN BARONE, commented on Item 5.A. and requested the R. Hero sculpture be placed at the Palm Springs Public Library.

LEXIE MARTONE, Palm Springs, commented on golf-course noise in the early morning.

NANCY STUART, Palm Springs, provided an update on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:

Mayor Pougnet requested the City Manager provide information on traffic calming on Murray Canyon and the other issues in the Indian Canyons.

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., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P. 2.Q., 2.R., and 2.S. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.

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., 2.K., 2.L., 2.M., 2.N., 2.O.,

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. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2015:

Item 2D Staff Report

2.E. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE CITY OF COACHELLA TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR THE TERM ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015:

Item 2E Staff Report

2.F. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO MIRAGE TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR THE TERM ENDING JANUARY 31, 2018:

Item 2F Staff Report

2.G. CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6565 WITH MATICH CORPORATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $140,984.01 FOR THE 2014 PAVEMENT OVERLAY AND RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CP 14-04):

Item 2G Staff Report

2.H. ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEMUTH GYM FLOOR REPLACEMENT PROJECT (CP 14-06):

Item 2H Staff Report

2.I. ACCEPTANCE OF THE CERRITOS FIELD INFIELD REPLACEMENT AND LIGHTPOLE RELOCATION PROJECT (IFB 15-04):

Item 2I Staff Report

2.J. APPROVE COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF NET MOTION MOBILITY SOFTWARE FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, INCLUSIVE OF ANNUAL LICENSE AND MAINTENANCE FOR FIVE (5) YEARS IN THE AMOUNT OF $51,487.71:

Item 2J Staff Report

2.K. RATIFICATION OF THE ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE ACCESS LINE RATE APPROVED BY THE VOTERS BY MEASURE "G" PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE § 3.39.050:

Item 2K Staff Report

2.L. APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 6 IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,698.84 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6518 WITH ABBOUD DIAMOND CONSTRUCTION, INC., AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE WELWOOD MURRAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY REMODEL (CP 13-03):

Item 2L Staff Report

2.M. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID, AND APPROVAL OF A CEQA NOTICE OF EXEMPTION FOR THE DESERT HIGHLAND UNITY CENTER GYM AIR CONDITIONING IMPROVEMENTS (CP 14-15):

Item 2M Staff Report

2.N. REQUEST BY LAWRENCE SALAMEH FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY (PCN) TO SELL BEER, WINE AND DISTILLED SPIRITS FOR OFF PREMISE CONSUMPTION (TYPE 21 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE) AT A PROPOSED LIQUOR STORE LOCATED AT 2781 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.0971 PCN):

Item 2N Staff Report

2.O. APPROVAL AND TRANSMITTAL OF RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS 15-16A) FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2015, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2015, PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE § 34169(g)(1):

Item 2O Staff Report

2.P. APPROVAL OF A BUDGET RESOLUTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $162,936 AND APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 8 IN THE AMOUNT OF $775,271 WITH OPTERRA ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR THE CITYWIDE ENERGY PROJECT:

Item 2P Staff Report

2.Q. WEST AVIATION SERVICES, INC. NON-EXCLUSIVE OPERATING AND LEASE AGREEMENT FOR EXCLUSIVE USE SPACE:

Item 2Q Staff Report

2.R. APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO AND ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT (A5393) BETWEEN LV PALM SPRINGS VILLAGE, LLC, (ASSIGNOR), FCA CA, LLC, (ASSIGNEE), AND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS REGARDING TRACT MAP NO. 31848-1 (AVALON), NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE AND SUNRISE PARKWAY:

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2.S. SKY CHEFS, INC. NON-EXCLUSIVE AIRLINE CATERING CONCESSION AND SPACE AGREEMENT:

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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:

2.T. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH SYMBLAZE FOR BRANDING AND CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE PALM SPRINGS BUZZ:

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Councilmember Foat requested an update on the proposed modifications to the Buzz stops and routes.

Motion to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A6552 with Symblaze, for an additional amount of $32,724 and a revised total contract amount of $87,549; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6552. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.

Vote to approved 1) Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A6552 with Symblaze, for an additional amount of $32,724 an

3. LEGISLATIVE:

3.A. AN URGENCY ORDINANCE AND A NON-URGENCY ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 2.06.030, 6.12.030, AND 94.10.00 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COUNCIL CALL UP OF COMMISSION AND BOARD ACTIONS AND SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES:

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City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested the City Attorney address the modified language as it relates to City Council call up provisions.

Councilmember Foat commented on finding C in the ordinance.

Motion to approved 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and adopt Ordinance No. 1873, "AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 2.06.030, 6.12.030, AND 94.10.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COUNCIL CALL UP OF COMMISSION AND BOARD ACTIONS AND THE SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES 6.12.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE;" and 2) Introduce on first reading, and refer to the Planning Commission, Ordinance No. 1874, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 2.06.030, 6.12.030, AND 94.10.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COUNCIL CALL UP OF COMMISSION AND BOARD ACTIONS AND THE SUSPENSION OF REGULATORY ORDINANCES 6.12.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE." Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.

Vote to approved 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and adopt Ordinance

4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.

5. NEW BUSINESS:

5.A. APPROVE THE INSTALLATION OF THE SCULPTURE "R. HERO" BY KAREN AND TONY BARONE AT AN ALTERNATE SITE:

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City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the proposed locations.

Motion to approved 1) Approve the installation of the donated sculpture "R. HERO" at the Palm Springs Public Library; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.

Vote to approved 1) Approve the installation of the donated sculpture "R. HERO" at the Palm Springs Public Library; and

5.B. DISCUSSION OF POTENTIAL REGULATIONS ON THE CONVERSION OF RENTAL HOUSING TO CONDOMINIUMS INCLUDING RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:

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City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated February 18, 2015.

The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to tenant relocation assistance for conversions: formula to calculate tenant relocation assistance, incorporation of a tiered system for location assistance, effect with rent control units, additional research on effects of Section 8 Housing units, the applicability to mobile home park conversions, the impact on recent purchases under the current rules, and inclusion of a right of first purchase.

ACTION: Appoint Mayor Pro Tem Lewin and Mayor Pougnet to an ad hoc City Council Subcommittee for condominium conversions. By unanimous consent of the City Council.

5.C. SECOND QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET UPDATE:

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Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the Mid-Year 2014-15 Budget Update Report dated February 18, 2015.

No action taken.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:

Mayor Pougnet requested Staff present an update on the water saving component of the Chevron Project and requested Staff develop a program to change the Official City Flag.

ADJOURNMENT:

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