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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.H. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion, and noted his business related abstention on Item 2.J. for Tract Map 30046.
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council remove Item 2.H. from the Consent Calendar for a Staff update and report.
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. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO PERMITTED ACCESSORY AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES AND ACCESSORY APARTMENT HOUSING IN ITS ENTIRETY (CASE 5.1341 ZTA):
Item 1A Staff Report
Motion to approved 1) Table the public hearing with no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to March 18, 2015; 3) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing pursuant to law. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Table the public hearing with no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to Ma
PUBLIC COMMENT:
LISA MIDDLETON, commented on Item 5.A. regarding the City's Street Pavement Management Plan, and requested the City Council consider the volume of traffic when selecting streets as well as condition.
MICHAEL DEJONG, commented on the military jet noise at the Palm Springs International Airport, and commented on the Prop. 65 warning provided to properties in proximity of the Airport.
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.I., 2.K., and 2.L. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.K., 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. 1872 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540):
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE CITY OF INDIO TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR THE TERM ENDING MARCH 19, 2017:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF JANUARY 31, 2015:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPOINT A MEMBER TO THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION FOR THE UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2016:
Item 2F No Materials
2.G. ACCEPTANCE OF THE LIFT STATIONS COMMUNICATIONS UPGRADE PROJECT (CP 14-11):
Item 2G Staff Report
2.I. APPROVAL OF PROPOSAL FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $36,000 FOR DESIGN SERVICES BY MSA CONSULTING, INC. FOR THE TAHQUITZ CREEK TRIANGLE GATEWAY PROJECT (CP 14-16):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE MAIN RUNWAY REHABILITATION PROJECT:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.L. AUTHORIZE THE SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES 2014 WATER-ENERGY GRANT PROGRAM:
Item 2L Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.H. AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,320,405 FOR THE BICYCLE CORRIDORS PHASE 1 PROJECT (CP 13-32):
Item 2H Staff Report
Councilmember Mills requested City Staff clarify the scope of the contract, requested Staff address the traffic studies and the General Plan, and provided further detail on certain sections of streets proposed with bike lanes.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23775, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, MAKING FINDINGS PURSUANT TO SECTION 891 OF THE CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF GREEN BACKGROUND FOR SHARED LANE MARKINGS AND BIKE LANE MARKINGS;" 2) Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt for Bid Schedules A, B, C, and D, with the addition of Add Alternative Items No. 1 and No. 2 of the Alternative Bid Schedules A, B, C, and D, in the total contract amount of $1,320,405 for the Bicycle Corridors, Phase 1 (CP 13-32); 3) Approve Change Order No. 1 in the estimated amount of $50,000 to include Class 3 bicycle routes with green back (Type B) Sharrows and bike route signage on Mesquite Avenue (from Camino Real to Sunrise Way), and on Via Escuela (from Sunrise Way to Gene Autry Trail); 4) Authorize the City Manager to approve and execute construction contract change orders up to an additional amount of $50,000; 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 6) Direct staff to return with further information on El Cielo from Tahquitz Canyon to Ramon. A6674. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23775, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
Councilmember Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Item 2.J. Tract Map 30046, would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
2.J. TIME EXTENSIONS OF SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENTS FOR VARIOUS PROJECTS:
Item 2J Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the progress of the projects and why the Racquet Club is not on the list, and requested Staff review other projects in the City for their progress before further extensions.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23776, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING TIME EXTENSIONS OF VARIOUS SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENTS." A4814, Tract Map 28966, "Preserve Estates", extended to June 18, 2016 A4955, Tract Map 30050, "Alta", extended to February 3, 2016 A5086, Tract Map 32233-1, "Escena", extended to April 2, 2016 A5087, Tract Map 32233-2, "Escena", extended to April 2, 2016 A5088, Tract Map 32233-3, "Escena", extended to April 2, 2016 A5089, Tract Map 32233-4, "Escena", extended to April 2, 2016 A5100, Tract Map 31263, "The Towers", extended to February 3, 2016 A5131, Tract Map 30046, "Monte Sereno", extended to March 18, 2016 A5155, Tract Map 31514, "Luminaire", extended to June 18, 2016 A5246, Tract Map 33561, "Palermo", extended to April 2, 2016 A5246, Tract Map 33933, "Murano", extended to May 24, 2016 A5426, Tract Map 32732, "Oceo", extended to May 20, 2016 Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23776, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. PALM SPRINGS, LLC, REQUEST FOR FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) PLAN APPROVAL FOR PDD 324 TO CONSTRUCT A MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT CONSISTING OF A 150-ROOM HOTEL, COMMERCIAL SPACE AND PARKING STRUCTURES AT 400 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.1091 / PD-324):
Item 4A Staff Report
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the encroachment shading canopy on Palm Canyon Drive.
Councilmember Mills commented on the vast improvement to the project, and commented on the responsiveness of the Applicant and the design team.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin thanked the City Council Subcommittee for working with the Applicant on the improved project, and stated he supports the encroachment concept.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the potential removal of the City archway on Palm Canyon Drive.
Mayor Pougnet thanked the Applicant, commented on the history of the development of the site, and requested the Applicant address the proposed timeframe to opening.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23778, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THE REVISED FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 324 IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 150-ROOM HOTEL, ANCILLARY COMMERCIAL USES AND PARKING STRUCTURES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ALEJO ROAD AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND FINDING THE PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NUMBER 2006109031 AS SUFFICIENT AND APPROPRIATE ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION FOR THE FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN;"
amending the Conditions of Approval as follows: a) Final Plans for the Shade Structures to be submitted and approved by Planning Staff, b) Final Landscape Plans to be submitted and approved by Planning Staff, and c) incorporate three Planning Commission recommendations for the encroachment for additional shade structures, shade devices should include misting devices, and barrel cactus is not used in grade-level planter areas.
Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23778, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THE REVISED FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 324 IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 150-ROOM HOTEL, ANCILLARY COMMERCIAL USES AND PARKING STRUCTURES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ALEJO ROAD AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND FINDING THE PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NUMBER 2006109031 AS SUFFICIENT AND APPROPRIATE ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION FOR THE FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN;"
amending the Conditions of Approval as follows: a) Final Plans for the Shade Structures to be submitted and approved by Planning Staff, b) Final Landscape Plans to be submitted and approved by Planning Staff, and c) incorporate three Planning Commission recommendations for the encroachment for additional shade structures, shade devices should include misting devices, and barrel cactus is not used in grade-level planter areas.
(Approved)
4.B. PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MASTER PLAN UPDATE:
Item 4B Staff Report
City Manager Ready and the City's Airport Master Plan Consultant provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Councilmember Foat requested clarification on the relocation of the U.S. Customs Office, the height of the proposed parking garage, the purpose of relocating the USO, and commented on the use of the Boxing Club.
Councilmember Mills requested clarification of the proposed rental car garage, the access from the rental car counter, any potential restaurant or retail uses on the Airport property, the commercial parking lot, allow an outside area or patio for use by the USO, the future design and separation of rental car counter, and commented on the need for separation between the proposed parking garage and the existing airport.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the improvement to the plan and the historic beauty of the City's existing airport, and commented on an outdoor space for the USO.
Motion to approved 1) Accept the "Recommended Alternative for Airside, Terminal and Landside Facilities" at the Palm Springs International Airport; 2) Direct Staff to proceed with all Federal (NEPA) and California (CEQA) environmental processes for subsequent review by the City Council; and 3) Direct Staff to submit revisions to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission, the Historic Site Preservation Board, and the Planning Commission. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Accept the "Recommended Alternative for Airside, Terminal and Landside Facilities" at the Palm Sprin
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin stated he has a property ownership related conflict of interest with respect to Item 4.C., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
4.C. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT DEBT AND CONSOLIDATING ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS AD 161, AD 162 AND AD 164 INTO ONE CONSOLIDATED REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2015-1:
Item 4C Staff Report
Suzanne Harrell, City Financial Consultant, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23779, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OF INTENTION TO LEVY REASSESSMENTS AND TO ISSUE REFUNDING BONDS CONSOLIDATED REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2015-1;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23780, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REASSESSMENT REPORT, CONFIRMING AND ORDERING THE REASSESSMENT PURSUANT TO SUMMARY PROCEEDINGS AND DIRECTING ACTIONS WITH RESPECT THERETO CONSOLIDATED REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2015-1;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23781, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF REFUNDING BONDS, APPROVING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF A FISCAL AGENT AGREEMENT AND AN ESCROW DEPOSIT AND TRUST AGREEMENT, AUTHORIZING SALE OF BONDS, AND OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS AND ACTIONS WITH RESPECT THERETO CONSOLIDATED REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2015-1;" and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23779, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin returned to the dais.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. PRESENTATION OF THE 2015 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID:
Item 5A Staff Report
Marcus Fuller, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the highly used roads and thanked Staff for the comprehensive report.
Councilmember Mills commented on the detail in the street paving report compares to the City's prior report, and commented on the condition of some of the main arterials and potential funding.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested Staff address the construction project on Indian Canyon and if it should be delayed, and commented on the additional criteria on the PCI scorning.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the massive size of this proposed street pavement project.
Councilmember Foat asked if Staff has been in contact with Verizon and Desert Water Agency prior to the reconstruction of any streets.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff coordinate on the installation of bike lanes.
Motion to approved 1) Receive the 2015 Pavement Management Program; and 2) Approve the list of streets to include as part of the 2015 Pavement Rehabilitation Project and authorize bidding (CP 15-01). Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Receive the 2015 Pavement Management Program; and 2) Approve the list of streets to include as part
5.B. APPROVE THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF 2015 LOCAL MEASURE A SALES TAX BOND FINANCING IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $7,000,000:
Item 5B Staff Report
Suzanne Harrell, City Financial Consultant, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff ro comment on the capacity of the City to issue bonds.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23782, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF NOT TO EXCEED $7,000,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF 2015 LOCAL MEASURE A SALES TAX REVENUE BONDS AND APPROVING RELATED DOCUMENTS AND OFFICIAL ACTIONS;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23782, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills requested City Staff review the lack of maintenance at the DMV property.
Councilmember Foat requested City Staff review the pedestrian crosswalks in the Uptown area.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the pedestrian crosswalks in the Uptown area, and requested the Tahquitz Creek area landscape be placed on a future City Council agenda.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the condition of the Rock Garden Cafe and requested Code Enforcement action, requested Staff continue to work with the Horizon Hotel for the installation of the sidewalk, empty landscaping areas for Palm Trees east of the Horizon Hotel, and requested a City Council Subcommittee meeting on Special Events.
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Mar 04, 2015 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.H. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion, and noted his business related abstention on Item 2.J. for Tract Map 30046.
City Clerk Thompson requested the City Council remove Item 2.H. from the Consent Calendar for a Staff update and report.
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. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE RELATING TO PERMITTED ACCESSORY AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES AND ACCESSORY APARTMENT HOUSING IN ITS ENTIRETY (CASE 5.1341 ZTA):
Item 1A Staff Report
Motion to approved 1) Table the public hearing with no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to March 18, 2015; 3) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing pursuant to law. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Table the public hearing with no public testimony at this time; 2) Continue the Public Hearing to Ma
PUBLIC COMMENT:
LISA MIDDLETON, commented on Item 5.A. regarding the City's Street Pavement Management Plan, and requested the City Council consider the volume of traffic when selecting streets as well as condition.
MICHAEL DEJONG, commented on the military jet noise at the Palm Springs International Airport, and commented on the Prop. 65 warning provided to properties in proximity of the Airport.
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.I., 2.K., and 2.L. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.I., 2.K., 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. 1872 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 8) (DESERT PALISADES, TRACT 35540):
Item 2C Staff Report
2.D. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE CITY OF INDIO TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR THE TERM ENDING MARCH 19, 2017:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF JANUARY 31, 2015:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPOINT A MEMBER TO THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION FOR THE UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2016:
Item 2F No Materials
2.G. ACCEPTANCE OF THE LIFT STATIONS COMMUNICATIONS UPGRADE PROJECT (CP 14-11):
Item 2G Staff Report
2.I. APPROVAL OF PROPOSAL FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $36,000 FOR DESIGN SERVICES BY MSA CONSULTING, INC. FOR THE TAHQUITZ CREEK TRIANGLE GATEWAY PROJECT (CP 14-16):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.K. APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE MAIN RUNWAY REHABILITATION PROJECT:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.L. AUTHORIZE THE SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES 2014 WATER-ENERGY GRANT PROGRAM:
Item 2L Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.H. AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,320,405 FOR THE BICYCLE CORRIDORS PHASE 1 PROJECT (CP 13-32):
Item 2H Staff Report
Councilmember Mills requested City Staff clarify the scope of the contract, requested Staff address the traffic studies and the General Plan, and provided further detail on certain sections of streets proposed with bike lanes.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23775, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, MAKING FINDINGS PURSUANT TO SECTION 891 OF THE CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF GREEN BACKGROUND FOR SHARED LANE MARKINGS AND BIKE LANE MARKINGS;" 2) Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt for Bid Schedules A, B, C, and D, with the addition of Add Alternative Items No. 1 and No. 2 of the Alternative Bid Schedules A, B, C, and D, in the total contract amount of $1,320,405 for the Bicycle Corridors, Phase 1 (CP 13-32); 3) Approve Change Order No. 1 in the estimated amount of $50,000 to include Class 3 bicycle routes with green back (Type B) Sharrows and bike route signage on Mesquite Avenue (from Camino Real to Sunrise Way), and on Via Escuela (from Sunrise Way to Gene Autry Trail); 4) Authorize the City Manager to approve and execute construction contract change orders up to an additional amount of $50,000; 5) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and 6) Direct staff to return with further information on El Cielo from Tahquitz Canyon to Ramon. A6674. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23775, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
Councilmember Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to Item 2.J. Tract Map 30046, would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
2.J. TIME EXTENSIONS OF SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENTS FOR VARIOUS PROJECTS:
Item 2J Staff Report
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the progress of the projects and why the Racquet Club is not on the list, and requested Staff review other projects in the City for their progress before further extensions.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23776, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING TIME EXTENSIONS OF VARIOUS SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENTS." A4814, Tract Map 28966, "Preserve Estates", extended to June 18, 2016 A4955, Tract Map 30050, "Alta", extended to February 3, 2016 A5086, Tract Map 32233-1, "Escena", extended to April 2, 2016 A5087, Tract Map 32233-2, "Escena", extended to April 2, 2016 A5088, Tract Map 32233-3, "Escena", extended to April 2, 2016 A5089, Tract Map 32233-4, "Escena", extended to April 2, 2016 A5100, Tract Map 31263, "The Towers", extended to February 3, 2016 A5131, Tract Map 30046, "Monte Sereno", extended to March 18, 2016 A5155, Tract Map 31514, "Luminaire", extended to June 18, 2016 A5246, Tract Map 33561, "Palermo", extended to April 2, 2016 A5246, Tract Map 33933, "Murano", extended to May 24, 2016 A5426, Tract Map 32732, "Oceo", extended to May 20, 2016 Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23776, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. PALM SPRINGS, LLC, REQUEST FOR FINAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PDD) PLAN APPROVAL FOR PDD 324 TO CONSTRUCT A MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT CONSISTING OF A 150-ROOM HOTEL, COMMERCIAL SPACE AND PARKING STRUCTURES AT 400 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.1091 / PD-324):
Item 4A Staff Report
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the encroachment shading canopy on Palm Canyon Drive.
Councilmember Mills commented on the vast improvement to the project, and commented on the responsiveness of the Applicant and the design team.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin thanked the City Council Subcommittee for working with the Applicant on the improved project, and stated he supports the encroachment concept.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the potential removal of the City archway on Palm Canyon Drive.
Mayor Pougnet thanked the Applicant, commented on the history of the development of the site, and requested the Applicant address the proposed timeframe to opening.
Motion to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23778, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THE REVISED FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 324 IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 150-ROOM HOTEL, ANCILLARY COMMERCIAL USES AND PARKING STRUCTURES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ALEJO ROAD AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND FINDING THE PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NUMBER 2006109031 AS SUFFICIENT AND APPROPRIATE ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION FOR THE FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN;"
amending the Conditions of Approval as follows: a) Final Plans for the Shade Structures to be submitted and approved by Planning Staff, b) Final Landscape Plans to be submitted and approved by Planning Staff, and c) incorporate three Planning Commission recommendations for the encroachment for additional shade structures, shade devices should include misting devices, and barrel cactus is not used in grade-level planter areas.
Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved Adopt Resolution No. 23778, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THE REVISED FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 324 IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 150-ROOM HOTEL, ANCILLARY COMMERCIAL USES AND PARKING STRUCTURES LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ALEJO ROAD AND NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND FINDING THE PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NUMBER 2006109031 AS SUFFICIENT AND APPROPRIATE ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION FOR THE FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN;"
amending the Conditions of Approval as follows: a) Final Plans for the Shade Structures to be submitted and approved by Planning Staff, b) Final Landscape Plans to be submitted and approved by Planning Staff, and c) incorporate three Planning Commission recommendations for the encroachment for additional shade structures, shade devices should include misting devices, and barrel cactus is not used in grade-level planter areas.
(Approved)
4.B. PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MASTER PLAN UPDATE:
Item 4B Staff Report
City Manager Ready and the City's Airport Master Plan Consultant provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Councilmember Foat requested clarification on the relocation of the U.S. Customs Office, the height of the proposed parking garage, the purpose of relocating the USO, and commented on the use of the Boxing Club.
Councilmember Mills requested clarification of the proposed rental car garage, the access from the rental car counter, any potential restaurant or retail uses on the Airport property, the commercial parking lot, allow an outside area or patio for use by the USO, the future design and separation of rental car counter, and commented on the need for separation between the proposed parking garage and the existing airport.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the improvement to the plan and the historic beauty of the City's existing airport, and commented on an outdoor space for the USO.
Motion to approved 1) Accept the "Recommended Alternative for Airside, Terminal and Landside Facilities" at the Palm Springs International Airport; 2) Direct Staff to proceed with all Federal (NEPA) and California (CEQA) environmental processes for subsequent review by the City Council; and 3) Direct Staff to submit revisions to the Palm Springs International Airport Commission, the Historic Site Preservation Board, and the Planning Commission. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approved 1) Accept the "Recommended Alternative for Airside, Terminal and Landside Facilities" at the Palm Sprin
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin stated he has a property ownership related conflict of interest with respect to Item 4.C., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
4.C. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT DEBT AND CONSOLIDATING ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS AD 161, AD 162 AND AD 164 INTO ONE CONSOLIDATED REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2015-1:
Item 4C Staff Report
Suzanne Harrell, City Financial Consultant, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23779, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OF INTENTION TO LEVY REASSESSMENTS AND TO ISSUE REFUNDING BONDS CONSOLIDATED REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2015-1;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23780, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REASSESSMENT REPORT, CONFIRMING AND ORDERING THE REASSESSMENT PURSUANT TO SUMMARY PROCEEDINGS AND DIRECTING ACTIONS WITH RESPECT THERETO CONSOLIDATED REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2015-1;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23781, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF REFUNDING BONDS, APPROVING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF A FISCAL AGENT AGREEMENT AND AN ESCROW DEPOSIT AND TRUST AGREEMENT, AUTHORIZING SALE OF BONDS, AND OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS AND ACTIONS WITH RESPECT THERETO CONSOLIDATED REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2015-1;" and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23779, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin returned to the dais.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. PRESENTATION OF THE 2015 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID:
Item 5A Staff Report
Marcus Fuller, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the highly used roads and thanked Staff for the comprehensive report.
Councilmember Mills commented on the detail in the street paving report compares to the City's prior report, and commented on the condition of some of the main arterials and potential funding.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested Staff address the construction project on Indian Canyon and if it should be delayed, and commented on the additional criteria on the PCI scorning.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the massive size of this proposed street pavement project.
Councilmember Foat asked if Staff has been in contact with Verizon and Desert Water Agency prior to the reconstruction of any streets.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff coordinate on the installation of bike lanes.
Motion to approved 1) Receive the 2015 Pavement Management Program; and 2) Approve the list of streets to include as part of the 2015 Pavement Rehabilitation Project and authorize bidding (CP 15-01). Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approved 1) Receive the 2015 Pavement Management Program; and 2) Approve the list of streets to include as part
5.B. APPROVE THE SALE AND ISSUANCE OF 2015 LOCAL MEASURE A SALES TAX BOND FINANCING IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $7,000,000:
Item 5B Staff Report
Suzanne Harrell, City Financial Consultant, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated March 4, 2015.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff ro comment on the capacity of the City to issue bonds.
Motion to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23782, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF NOT TO EXCEED $7,000,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF 2015 LOCAL MEASURE A SALES TAX REVENUE BONDS AND APPROVING RELATED DOCUMENTS AND OFFICIAL ACTIONS;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approved 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23782, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNI
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills requested City Staff review the lack of maintenance at the DMV property.
Councilmember Foat requested City Staff review the pedestrian crosswalks in the Uptown area.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the pedestrian crosswalks in the Uptown area, and requested the Tahquitz Creek area landscape be placed on a future City Council agenda.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the condition of the Rock Garden Cafe and requested Code Enforcement action, requested Staff continue to work with the Horizon Hotel for the installation of the sidewalk, empty landscaping areas for Palm Trees east of the Horizon Hotel, and requested a City Council Subcommittee meeting on Special Events.
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