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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested Items 2.J. and 2.L. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Item 2.B., Approval of October 7, 2015, City Council Minutes.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPROVING THE MASTER PLAN UPDATE FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION:
Item 1A Staff Report
City Manager Ready and Thomas Nolan, Director of Aviation, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
City Airport consultants provided background information on the preparation of the Federal and State environmental documents for the Master Plan.
Councilmember Foat commented on potential disruption of natural habitat.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
JIM CANNON, Palm Springs, commented on the map sent by the Airport and requested the City Council address noise, military aircraft, helicopters, and additional noise during season.
LEANKA WINTERS, requested the City Council address additional noise impact.
SUSAN SEYMOUR, Rancho Mirage, commented on potential impacts to surrounding properties.
THOMAS WORTHY, commented on noise and pollution.
UN-NAMED SPEAKER, commented on the map received regarding the hearing and commented on military noise.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the scope of the master plan, and was limited to interior and no expansion of the airport.
Councilmember Mills requested the consultants address the noise imprint for regional jets, questioned the height of the proposed parking structure and the ATO building, and the relocation of the Customs building.
Councilmember Foat questioned if the City Council will hear final plans as they are developed.
Councilmember Mills questioned the 500 foot buffer term used in the notice.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23908, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (MND) AND APPROVING THE MASTER PLAN UPDATE FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.” Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23908, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (MND) AND APPROVING THE MASTER PLAN UPDATE FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.” (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
DEAN MANGIONE, Palm Springs, commented on pickleball at Demuth Park, and requested the City Council approve Item 2.K.
LAURA ROVICK, Social Cycle, commented on the services offered and commented on the recent passage of SB 530 regarding her vehicle.
ALLEN WORTHY, commented on recent contact with the Palm Springs Police Department and the City Attorney's Office.
KIM BUELTEL, Palm Springs, commented on pickleball at Demuth Park, and requested the City Council approve Item 2.K.
BARBARA BEATY, Palm Springs, commented on a recent letter in the Desert Sun regarding a candidate in the election, and requested the City Council rescind the appointments to the Measure J Commission.
DARYL TERRELL, Moreno Valley, commented on the current state of families in the City of Palm Springs.
DR. JONATHAN FREEMAN, Palm Springs, commented on a recent letter in the Desert Sun regarding a candidate in the election, and requested the City Council rescind the appointments to the Measure J Commission.
SID CRAIG, Human Rights Commission Chair, requested the City Council approve Items 2.J. and 2.K.
STEVEN KOWALSKY, commented on pickleball at Demuth Park, and requested the City Council approve Item 2.K.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on Item 5.C. and the Staff development plan to address trees in the City of Palm Springs.
JOY BROWN MEREDITH, commented on homelessness in the City of Palm Springs and requested the City Council approve Item 4.A.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on pickleball, and thanked the Mayor for his service.
IAN ARMSTRONG, commented on medical cannabis.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the Pickleball Court conversion at Demuth Park be expedited.
Councilmember Foat commented on "political season" with respect to the upcoming City election.
The City Council recessed at 8:06 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 8:12 p.m.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Foat noted a business related abstention on Item 2.C. Warrant Nos. 1080983 and 1081121.
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.K., and 2.M. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.K., and 2.M. (Approved)
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 MONTHS OF AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2015:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. AWARD OF CONTRACT TO LEIDOS, INC. FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES TO RECONFIGURE THE PASSENGER SECURITY SCREENING CHECKPOINT FOR THE AIRPORT MAIN TERMINAL IN THE AMOUNT OF $43,526.37:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES AND ON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6132 WITH MICHAEL FONTANA AND ASSOCIATES IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000 FOR ON-CALL FACILITY CONSTRUCTION OWNER REPRESENTATIVE SERVICES:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT (CP 08-10) FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. SRTS-5282 (039):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.K. APPROVING THE CONVERSION OF AN ADDITIONAL TENNIS COURT TO FOUR PICKLEBALL COURTS AT DEMUTH PARK:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.M. PROPOSED RESOLUTION TEMPORARILY SETTING THE RATE ON THE 911 EMERGENCY ACCESS LINE TAX ON PREPAID WIRELESS SERVICE AND CONVERTING THE RATE TO A PERCENTAGE PURSUANT TO AB 1717 TO ENSURE COLLECTION OF THE CITY’S 911 EMERGENCY ACCESS LINE TAX ON PREPAID WIRELESS SERVICE:
Item 2M Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.J. PURCHASE OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FOR SUNRISE PLAZA FROM MIRACLE RECREATION COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $274,217.75 A MEASURE J FUNDED PROJECT:
Item 2J Staff Report
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the Measure J improvements throughout the City.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the purchase and issuance of a purchase order for playground equipment to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company in a total amount of $274,217.75, including installation, utilizing the National Joint Powers Alliance Cooperative Purchase Contract #022113-LTS for public agencies in the State of California; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the purchase and issuance of a purchase order for playground equipment to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company in a total amount of $274,217.75, including installation, utilizing the National Joint Powers Alliance Cooperative Purchase Contract #022113-LTS for public agencies in the State of California; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
2.L. CORNELIA WHITE HOUSE EXTERIOR REPAIRS (CP 15-16):
Item 2L Staff Report
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin provided background information on the property and noted the Measure J Tax dollars at work.
Motion to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23925, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015-2016 TO APPROPRIATE $200,000 FOR THE CORNELIA WHITE HOUSE EXTERIOR REPAIRS (CP 15-16);” 2) Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Architectural Resources Group, Inc., in the amount of $41,126 for architectural and historic preservation services to investigate and identify certain recommended repairs of the Cornelia White House; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6791. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23925, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015-2016 TO APPROPRIATE $200,000 FOR THE CORNELIA WHITE HOUSE EXTERIOR REPAIRS (CP 15-16);” 2) Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Architectural Resources Group, Inc., in the amount of $41,126 for architectural and historic preservation services to investigate and identify certain recommended repairs of the Cornelia White House; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6791. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH FOR HOMELESS OUTREACH SERVICES:
Item 4A Staff Report
City Manager Ready and Councilmember Foat provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin thanked Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat for their leadership in working with the community and the Task Force.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the Cooperative Agreement with the County of Riverside, Department of Mental Health for Homeless Outreach Services; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with the Riverside County Department of Mental Health to provide one Behavioral Health Specialist II, one Mental Health Peer Specialist, and County vehicle leasing costs, up to $165,000. A6795. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the Cooperative Agreement with the County of Riverside, Department of Mental Health for Homeless Outreach Services; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with the Riverside County Department of Mental Health to provide one Behavioral Health Specialist II, one Mental Health Peer Specialist, and County vehicle leasing costs, up to $165,000. A6795. (Approved)
4.B. RECONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE PALM SPRINGS ENTRY SIGNS (CP 13-31):
Item 4B Staff Report
Marcus Fuller, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the development of the Entry Sign Project and funding by Measure J.
Motion to approve 1) Reconsider the action taken by the City Council associated with Item 2BB at the October 7, 2015, City Council meeting, and on the basis of a four-fifths affirmative vote add this item to consider award of a construction contract for the Palm Springs Entry Signs (City Project No. 13-31); 2) Award a construction contract to AToM Engineering Construction, Inc. in the amount of $363,000 for Bid Schedules A, B and D only for the Palm Springs Entry Signs (City Project No. 13-31); and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6796. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Reconsider the action taken by the City Council associated with Item 2BB at the October 7, 2015, City Council meeting, and on the basis of a four-fifths affirmative vote add this item to consider award of a construction contract for the Palm Springs Entry Signs (City Project No. 13-31); 2) Award a construction contract to AToM Engineering Construction, Inc. in the amount of $363,000 for Bid Schedules A, B and D only for the Palm Springs Entry Signs (City Project No. 13-31); and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6796. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. MEASURE J COMMUNITY PROJECTS RECOMMENDATIONS, APPROVAL OF THREE YEAR PLAN:
Item 5A Staff Report
Mark Marshall, Measure J Commission Chair, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
The City Council thanked Chair Marshall and the Measure J Commission for their hard work, and commented on the process and the quality of the projects, requested Staff address the funding of the warrant analysis for the installation of a traffic signal, and the funding of the full traffic signal.
Motion to approve 1) Approve Measure J recommended three year Community Projects plan: a) Fiscal Year 2015-16, 17 Projects estimated at $1,028,000; b) Fiscal Year 2016-17, 20 Projects estimated at $965,000; and c) Fiscal Year 2017-18, 9 Projects estimated at $1,202,000; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all budget transfers and amendments necessary to effectuate the City Council actions, subject to annual budget appropriations. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Approve Measure J recommended three year Community Projects plan: a) Fiscal Year 2015-16, 17 Projects estimated at $1,028,000; b) Fiscal Year 2016-17, 20 Projects estimated at $965,000; and c) Fiscal Year 2017-18, 9 Projects estimated at $1,202,000; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all budget transfers and amendments necessary to effectuate the City Council actions, subject to annual budget appropriations. (Approved)
5.B. APPROVE A FACADE GRANT AGREEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000 WITH DOUGLAS JONES (INDUSTRIAL BUILDING) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1258 MONTALVO WAY:
Item 5B Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the City Council change in policy for approval of grants as a result of the independent financial audit.
Motion to approve 1) Approve a Facade Grant Agreement in the amount of $5,000 with Douglas Jones for property located at 1258 Montalvo Way; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Facade and Interior Remodel Grant Agreements. A6797. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve 1) Approve a Facade Grant Agreement in the amount of $5,000 with Douglas Jones for property located at 1258 Montalvo Way; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Facade and Interior Remodel Grant Agreements. A6797. (Approved)
5.C. URBAN FOREST MANAGEMENT REPORT AND TREE INVENTORY:
Item 5C Staff Report
Michele Mician, Sustainability Manager, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City be proactive in determining and catching issues earlier on, requested Staff focus on new trees, and commented on the cost of the donation program.
Councilmember Foat commented on the pruning of the trees, and stated the City needs improved pruning of trees, and requested additional information on trimming palm fronds.
Councilmember Mills commented on palm tree trimming, stated his support for the grant and the study performed, commented on pruning City trees and the need for an arborist, the report gives the City monitoring tools, and stated he is not in favor of removing trees without replacement.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the Study and the creation of the Sustainability programs in the City.
Motion to approve 1) Receive and file the final version of the City of Palm Springs Inventory of Public Trees, 2014, Urban Forest Management Report 2) Approve the Action Plan; 3) Authorize staff to proceed with Priority 1 Tree Pruning and Priority 1 Tree Removals; and 4) Authorize staff to issue an Invitation for Bids for removal of 111 various trees identified as the Priority 1 Tree Removals. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Receive and file the final version of the City of Palm Springs Inventory of Public Trees, 2014, Urban Forest Management Report 2) Approve the Action Plan; 3) Authorize staff to proceed with Priority 1 Tree Pruning and Priority 1 Tree Removals; and 4) Authorize staff to issue an Invitation for Bids for removal of 111 various trees identified as the Priority 1 Tree Removals. (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on the recent letter written by Measure J Commissioners, and the recent activities regarding the upcoming election.
ADJOURNMENT:
Oct 21, 2015 City Council Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
Roll Call: 6 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin requested Items 2.J. and 2.L. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Item 2.B., Approval of October 7, 2015, City Council Minutes.
Motion to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve Accept the Agenda as amended. (Approved)
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPROVING THE MASTER PLAN UPDATE FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION:
Item 1A Staff Report
City Manager Ready and Thomas Nolan, Director of Aviation, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
City Airport consultants provided background information on the preparation of the Federal and State environmental documents for the Master Plan.
Councilmember Foat commented on potential disruption of natural habitat.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council.
JIM CANNON, Palm Springs, commented on the map sent by the Airport and requested the City Council address noise, military aircraft, helicopters, and additional noise during season.
LEANKA WINTERS, requested the City Council address additional noise impact.
SUSAN SEYMOUR, Rancho Mirage, commented on potential impacts to surrounding properties.
THOMAS WORTHY, commented on noise and pollution.
UN-NAMED SPEAKER, commented on the map received regarding the hearing and commented on military noise.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the scope of the master plan, and was limited to interior and no expansion of the airport.
Councilmember Mills requested the consultants address the noise imprint for regional jets, questioned the height of the proposed parking structure and the ATO building, and the relocation of the Customs building.
Councilmember Foat questioned if the City Council will hear final plans as they are developed.
Councilmember Mills questioned the 500 foot buffer term used in the notice.
Motion to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23908, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (MND) AND APPROVING THE MASTER PLAN UPDATE FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.” Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve Adopt Resolution No. 23908, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (MND) AND APPROVING THE MASTER PLAN UPDATE FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.” (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
DEAN MANGIONE, Palm Springs, commented on pickleball at Demuth Park, and requested the City Council approve Item 2.K.
LAURA ROVICK, Social Cycle, commented on the services offered and commented on the recent passage of SB 530 regarding her vehicle.
ALLEN WORTHY, commented on recent contact with the Palm Springs Police Department and the City Attorney's Office.
KIM BUELTEL, Palm Springs, commented on pickleball at Demuth Park, and requested the City Council approve Item 2.K.
BARBARA BEATY, Palm Springs, commented on a recent letter in the Desert Sun regarding a candidate in the election, and requested the City Council rescind the appointments to the Measure J Commission.
DARYL TERRELL, Moreno Valley, commented on the current state of families in the City of Palm Springs.
DR. JONATHAN FREEMAN, Palm Springs, commented on a recent letter in the Desert Sun regarding a candidate in the election, and requested the City Council rescind the appointments to the Measure J Commission.
SID CRAIG, Human Rights Commission Chair, requested the City Council approve Items 2.J. and 2.K.
STEVEN KOWALSKY, commented on pickleball at Demuth Park, and requested the City Council approve Item 2.K.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on Item 5.C. and the Staff development plan to address trees in the City of Palm Springs.
JOY BROWN MEREDITH, commented on homelessness in the City of Palm Springs and requested the City Council approve Item 4.A.
NIKOHL VANDEL, Palm Springs, commented on pickleball, and thanked the Mayor for his service.
IAN ARMSTRONG, commented on medical cannabis.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the Pickleball Court conversion at Demuth Park be expedited.
Councilmember Foat commented on "political season" with respect to the upcoming City election.
The City Council recessed at 8:06 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 8:12 p.m.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Foat noted a business related abstention on Item 2.C. Warrant Nos. 1080983 and 1081121.
Motion to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.K., and 2.M. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.K., and 2.M. (Approved)
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 MONTHS OF AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2015:
Item 2D Staff Report
2.E. AWARD OF CONTRACT TO LEIDOS, INC. FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES TO RECONFIGURE THE PASSENGER SECURITY SCREENING CHECKPOINT FOR THE AIRPORT MAIN TERMINAL IN THE AMOUNT OF $43,526.37:
Item 2E Staff Report
2.F. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES AND ON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES:
Item 2F Staff Report
2.G. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES:
Item 2G Staff Report
2.H. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6132 WITH MICHAEL FONTANA AND ASSOCIATES IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000 FOR ON-CALL FACILITY CONSTRUCTION OWNER REPRESENTATIVE SERVICES:
Item 2H Staff Report
2.I. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT (CP 08-10) FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. SRTS-5282 (039):
Item 2I Staff Report
2.K. APPROVING THE CONVERSION OF AN ADDITIONAL TENNIS COURT TO FOUR PICKLEBALL COURTS AT DEMUTH PARK:
Item 2K Staff Report
2.M. PROPOSED RESOLUTION TEMPORARILY SETTING THE RATE ON THE 911 EMERGENCY ACCESS LINE TAX ON PREPAID WIRELESS SERVICE AND CONVERTING THE RATE TO A PERCENTAGE PURSUANT TO AB 1717 TO ENSURE COLLECTION OF THE CITY’S 911 EMERGENCY ACCESS LINE TAX ON PREPAID WIRELESS SERVICE:
Item 2M Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.J. PURCHASE OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FOR SUNRISE PLAZA FROM MIRACLE RECREATION COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $274,217.75 A MEASURE J FUNDED PROJECT:
Item 2J Staff Report
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the Measure J improvements throughout the City.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the purchase and issuance of a purchase order for playground equipment to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company in a total amount of $274,217.75, including installation, utilizing the National Joint Powers Alliance Cooperative Purchase Contract #022113-LTS for public agencies in the State of California; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the purchase and issuance of a purchase order for playground equipment to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company in a total amount of $274,217.75, including installation, utilizing the National Joint Powers Alliance Cooperative Purchase Contract #022113-LTS for public agencies in the State of California; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (Approved)
2.L. CORNELIA WHITE HOUSE EXTERIOR REPAIRS (CP 15-16):
Item 2L Staff Report
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin provided background information on the property and noted the Measure J Tax dollars at work.
Motion to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23925, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015-2016 TO APPROPRIATE $200,000 FOR THE CORNELIA WHITE HOUSE EXTERIOR REPAIRS (CP 15-16);” 2) Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Architectural Resources Group, Inc., in the amount of $41,126 for architectural and historic preservation services to investigate and identify certain recommended repairs of the Cornelia White House; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6791. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Mayor Pougnet.
Vote to approve 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23925, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015-2016 TO APPROPRIATE $200,000 FOR THE CORNELIA WHITE HOUSE EXTERIOR REPAIRS (CP 15-16);” 2) Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Architectural Resources Group, Inc., in the amount of $41,126 for architectural and historic preservation services to investigate and identify certain recommended repairs of the Cornelia White House; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6791. (Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH FOR HOMELESS OUTREACH SERVICES:
Item 4A Staff Report
City Manager Ready and Councilmember Foat provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin thanked Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember Foat for their leadership in working with the community and the Task Force.
Motion to approve 1) Approve the Cooperative Agreement with the County of Riverside, Department of Mental Health for Homeless Outreach Services; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with the Riverside County Department of Mental Health to provide one Behavioral Health Specialist II, one Mental Health Peer Specialist, and County vehicle leasing costs, up to $165,000. A6795. Moved by Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve 1) Approve the Cooperative Agreement with the County of Riverside, Department of Mental Health for Homeless Outreach Services; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with the Riverside County Department of Mental Health to provide one Behavioral Health Specialist II, one Mental Health Peer Specialist, and County vehicle leasing costs, up to $165,000. A6795. (Approved)
4.B. RECONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE PALM SPRINGS ENTRY SIGNS (CP 13-31):
Item 4B Staff Report
Marcus Fuller, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the development of the Entry Sign Project and funding by Measure J.
Motion to approve 1) Reconsider the action taken by the City Council associated with Item 2BB at the October 7, 2015, City Council meeting, and on the basis of a four-fifths affirmative vote add this item to consider award of a construction contract for the Palm Springs Entry Signs (City Project No. 13-31); 2) Award a construction contract to AToM Engineering Construction, Inc. in the amount of $363,000 for Bid Schedules A, B and D only for the Palm Springs Entry Signs (City Project No. 13-31); and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6796. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills.
Vote to approve 1) Reconsider the action taken by the City Council associated with Item 2BB at the October 7, 2015, City Council meeting, and on the basis of a four-fifths affirmative vote add this item to consider award of a construction contract for the Palm Springs Entry Signs (City Project No. 13-31); 2) Award a construction contract to AToM Engineering Construction, Inc. in the amount of $363,000 for Bid Schedules A, B and D only for the Palm Springs Entry Signs (City Project No. 13-31); and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6796. (Approved)
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. MEASURE J COMMUNITY PROJECTS RECOMMENDATIONS, APPROVAL OF THREE YEAR PLAN:
Item 5A Staff Report
Mark Marshall, Measure J Commission Chair, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
The City Council thanked Chair Marshall and the Measure J Commission for their hard work, and commented on the process and the quality of the projects, requested Staff address the funding of the warrant analysis for the installation of a traffic signal, and the funding of the full traffic signal.
Motion to approve 1) Approve Measure J recommended three year Community Projects plan: a) Fiscal Year 2015-16, 17 Projects estimated at $1,028,000; b) Fiscal Year 2016-17, 20 Projects estimated at $965,000; and c) Fiscal Year 2017-18, 9 Projects estimated at $1,202,000; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all budget transfers and amendments necessary to effectuate the City Council actions, subject to annual budget appropriations. Moved by Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Approve Measure J recommended three year Community Projects plan: a) Fiscal Year 2015-16, 17 Projects estimated at $1,028,000; b) Fiscal Year 2016-17, 20 Projects estimated at $965,000; and c) Fiscal Year 2017-18, 9 Projects estimated at $1,202,000; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all budget transfers and amendments necessary to effectuate the City Council actions, subject to annual budget appropriations. (Approved)
5.B. APPROVE A FACADE GRANT AGREEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000 WITH DOUGLAS JONES (INDUSTRIAL BUILDING) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1258 MONTALVO WAY:
Item 5B Staff Report
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the City Council change in policy for approval of grants as a result of the independent financial audit.
Motion to approve 1) Approve a Facade Grant Agreement in the amount of $5,000 with Douglas Jones for property located at 1258 Montalvo Way; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Facade and Interior Remodel Grant Agreements. A6797. Moved by Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin.
Vote to approve 1) Approve a Facade Grant Agreement in the amount of $5,000 with Douglas Jones for property located at 1258 Montalvo Way; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Facade and Interior Remodel Grant Agreements. A6797. (Approved)
5.C. URBAN FOREST MANAGEMENT REPORT AND TREE INVENTORY:
Item 5C Staff Report
Michele Mician, Sustainability Manager, provided background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated October 21, 2015.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City be proactive in determining and catching issues earlier on, requested Staff focus on new trees, and commented on the cost of the donation program.
Councilmember Foat commented on the pruning of the trees, and stated the City needs improved pruning of trees, and requested additional information on trimming palm fronds.
Councilmember Mills commented on palm tree trimming, stated his support for the grant and the study performed, commented on pruning City trees and the need for an arborist, the report gives the City monitoring tools, and stated he is not in favor of removing trees without replacement.
Mayor Pro Tem Lewin commented on the Study and the creation of the Sustainability programs in the City.
Motion to approve 1) Receive and file the final version of the City of Palm Springs Inventory of Public Trees, 2014, Urban Forest Management Report 2) Approve the Action Plan; 3) Authorize staff to proceed with Priority 1 Tree Pruning and Priority 1 Tree Removals; and 4) Authorize staff to issue an Invitation for Bids for removal of 111 various trees identified as the Priority 1 Tree Removals. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Foat.
Vote to approve 1) Receive and file the final version of the City of Palm Springs Inventory of Public Trees, 2014, Urban Forest Management Report 2) Approve the Action Plan; 3) Authorize staff to proceed with Priority 1 Tree Pruning and Priority 1 Tree Removals; and 4) Authorize staff to issue an Invitation for Bids for removal of 111 various trees identified as the Priority 1 Tree Removals. (Approved)
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet commented on the recent letter written by Measure J Commissioners, and the recent activities regarding the upcoming election.
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