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5:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER (Council Chamber):
Mayor Moon called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.
Councilmembers Kors, Roberts, and Mayor Moon were present. The absences of Councilmember Mills and Mayor Protem Foat were excused.
PUBLIC COMMENT (Council Chamber):
None.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION (Small Conference Room): See Closed Session Agenda.
04-19-2017 Closed Session Agenda
At 5:03 p.m. Councilmembers Kors, Roberts, and Mayor Moon recessed to Closed Session in the Small Conference Room.
6:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 4 members present, 2 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
David Ready, City Manager, recognized Nancy Klukan, Assistant Finance Director, for her 30 years with the City of Palm Springs, and introduced the new Deputy City Treasurer, Thomas Hays.
Boris Stark and Suzanne Severin, Vacation Rental Compliance Officials, presented an update on the vacation rental program.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Motion to approve Approve the agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve Approve the agenda as presented. (Approved)
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
Douglas Holland, City Attorney, reported the following:
1.City Council approved a settlement agreement with Ramon Park, LLC, Case No. PSC 1602837, Riverside Superior Court, Palm Springs Division, $6,703.22.
2. The City Council provided direction on the other items.
3. No other reportable action was taken.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY: (Non-Public Hearing Agenda Items ONLY)
Mike Ziskind spoke opposing 3A.
CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND REPORT:
Councilmember Roberts requested adding an opportunity to vote on the CV Link in the very near future.
David Ready, City Manager, it will be added to the May 3, 2017, City Council agenda.
Councilmember Kors requested that CVAG provide a presentation on Community Choice Power at May 3, 2017, meet or later.
Mayor Moon stated he has concerns with respect to the fiscal impact, the operations and security of the portion in the City of Palm Springs. He stated his position on the project, recommending the six (6) miles in the middle of the City, and does not support the portions on the north and east portion of the City. Additionally. he proposed placing on the November 2017, ballot an advisory ballot measure for the citizens to decide.
Mayor Moon commented on his position. He is not stating we should pull out of this project. He is concerned with the operations and security of the portion in Palm Springs. He is recommending the 6-miles running through the middle of the City.
Councilmember Kors stated the following:
1. Desired to have the CV Link agendized for the May 3, 2017, City Council meeting, allowing Council to take action.
2. Requested Tom Kirk's attendence to enable dialog and have some questions answered.
Councilmember Roberts stated
CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS:
Mayor / Mills / and staff met with the Tribe on the EIR. He provided the summary of the EIR. Additional Police staff Additional Fire Exceed the ht limit the # of City 4-4-2017 discussed with the Tribe re: the above. Based on the meeting the Tribe will repsond to
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Kors.
Vote to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. (Approved)
1.A. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR THE TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2020:
Item 1A Staff Report
1.B. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2017:
Item 1B Staff Report
1.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 1C Staff Report
1.D. REQUEST FOR EARLY CONSTRUCTION START TIMES MONDAY THRU FRIDAY FOR CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UPGRADE PROJECT, CP 15-14:
Item 1D Staff Report
1.E. MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1809 SANDCLIFF ROAD, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC DISTRICT (HSPB 93/HD 5):
Item 1E Staff Report
1.F. MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE LOCATED AT 1824 SOUTH BARONA ROAD, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE (HSPB 93/HD 5):
Item 1F Staff Report
1.G. MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE LOCATED AT 360 CABRILLO ROAD UNITS 224-225 (RACQUET CLUB COTTAGES WEST HD-3, HSPB 88):
Item 1G Staff Report
1.H. AIRPORT TAXIWAY J PAVEMENT REHABILITATION AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS REPLACEMENT PROJECTS BID SOLICITATION APPROVAL AND FAA GRANT FUNDING ACCEPTANCE:
Item 1H Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
2.A. CALLING AND CONDUCTING THE SPECIAL ELECTION AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN ANNEXATION NO. 16 TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES):
Item 2A Staff Report
Marcus Fuller provided report as noted.
Motion to adopted 1) Adopt Resolution No. 24212, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS." Moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Kors.
Vote to adopted 1) Adopt Resolution No. 24212, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS." (Approved)
Kathleen Hart, Interim City Clerk, tallied the votes, reported the results, and outlined the next step in this process would be to adopt a resolution declaring the election results and introduce an ordinance authorizing the levy of special taxes identified as Annexation 16, Miralon Tract Map 31848.
Motion to approve 2) Adopt Resolution No. 24213, "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 FOR ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES).
3) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1924, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES). Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve 2) Adopt Resolution No. 24213, "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 FOR ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES).
3) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1924, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES). (Approved)
2.B. PROPOSED ORDINANCE FOR A ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT RELATING TO THE CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR THE REVIEW OF EXTENSION OF TIME APPLICATIONS (CASE 5.1405 ZTA):
Item 2B Staff Report
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided information as noted in the Staff Report.
Councilmember Kors spoke of the following:
1. Clarified the change from 5 years to two years.
2. Requested adding to the ordinance language the City Council will be notified in writing of the Planning Commission's decison and posting the Planning Commission's decision on the website.
3. Asked for clarification, if the Planning Commission approved the changes with respect to Section 94.12.00, and if the Director of Planning Services agrees with the suggested modifications. The Director of Planning Services responded YES to both.
Councilmember Roberts requested clarification with respect to the extension of time process.
At 6:57 p.m. Mayor Moon opened the Public Hearing, no one came forth to address the City Council; therefore, at 6:57 p.m. Mayor Moon closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Kors noted on Page 7 of the staff report under D.1., third line down the word should be
'they'
not
'the'
.
Councilmember Kors asked if it is possible to require a super majority of both the Planning Commission and City Council Council to have the ability to approve an extension of time. Further he stated he understands there are extending circumstances and situations beyond their control.
Councilmember Roberts voiced concerns.
1. Market conditions, the economy often affects the developments i.e. economic downturn.
2. Understands the four year time limit, has concern limiting it to four (4) years.
3. How will a it be determined an economic downturn exists?
Councilmember Kors stated support for the projects to return for approval, dues to changes. Additionally, he spoke of the noticing requirements, currently the property owners are notified, additionally, the tenants should be notified of the public hearings.
Mayor Moon stated the Planning Commission approved this 7-0.
Motion to approve Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1925, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 94.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (PSZC) RELATING TO THE CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR THE REVIEW OF EXTENSION OF TIME (EOT) APPLICATIONS” with the following modifications:
Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1925, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 94.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (PSZC) RELATING TO THE CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR THE REVIEW OF EXTENSION OF TIME (EOT) APPLICATIONS” with the following modifications:
(Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE DEFINITION OF ESTATE HOMES AS VACATION RENTALS:
Item 3A Staff Report
Douglas Holland, City Attorney, provided the report as outlined in the staff report.
Councilmembers Kors and Roberts provided additional information regarding estate homes and lot sizes.
Councilmember Roberts spoke in the need to simplify the process and. They will be loudest by nature. Will be interested in the counts. They had discussed parcel size. Higher intensity use results in
Motion to approve Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1926, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF “ESTATE HOME” IN SECTION 5.25.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ESTATE HOMES AS VACATION RENTALS.” Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1926, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF “ESTATE HOME” IN SECTION 5.25.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ESTATE HOMES AS VACATION RENTALS.” (Approved)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. PRELIMINARY OVERVIEW OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 BUDGET:
Item 5A Staff Report
Item 5A Preliminary Budget Presentation FY 2017-18
David Ready, City Manager, provided the FY 2017-18 Budget presentation.
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance and Treasurer, provided additional details.
Mayor Moon requested clarification with respect to the unfunded PERS liability.
Mayor Moon requested information with respect the the Homelessness.
5.B. JOINT ITEM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING OF 2007 LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS:
Item 5B Staff Report
David Ready, City Manager, and Suzanne Harrell, Financial Consultant, provided a a summary of the staff report presented, noting the refinancing will reduce costs approximately $109,000 per year without extending the life of the loan.
Motion to approve [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 24214, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SITE LEASE AND LEASE AGREEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2017 SERIES A, APPROVING SALE OF SUCH BONDS AND OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.” [Financing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 42, “A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2017 SERIES A, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF INDENTURE OF TRUST AND OTHER DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO, AUTHORIZING SALE OF SUCH BONDS, APPROVING OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.” Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 24214, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SITE LEASE AND LEASE AGREEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2017 SERIES A, APPROVING SALE OF SUCH BONDS AND OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.” [Financing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 42, “A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2017 SERIES A, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF INDENTURE OF TRUST AND OTHER DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO, AUTHORIZING SALE OF SUCH BONDS, APPROVING OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.” (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT: (Non-Agenda Items)
Sergio Garcia, Palm Springs, spoke on the homelessness.
David Feltman, Palm Springs, spoke on the BUZZ suggested moving the street
Thomas Kohn, Palm Springs, spoke in support of CV Link.
COUNCILMEMBER AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA DEVELOPMENT:
PUBLIC COMMENT: (Non-Agenda Items)
Patrick Weiss, Palm Springs, spoke on an incident at Well in the Desert. Stated there were Code Enforcement staff member of the volunteers and others there eating. The pictures were taken due to a Code violation.
Richard Noble, Palm Springs, spoke about the March of Earth Day banner.
COUNCILMEMBER AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA DEVELOPMENT:
Councilmember Kors requested placing homelessness on the May 3, 2017, agenda for discussion.
ADJOURNMENT:
Meeting went into Recess
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5:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER (Council Chamber):
Mayor Moon called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.
Councilmembers Kors, Roberts, and Mayor Moon were present. The absences of Councilmember Mills and Mayor Protem Foat were excused.
PUBLIC COMMENT (Council Chamber):
None.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION (Small Conference Room): See Closed Session Agenda.
04-19-2017 Closed Session Agenda
At 5:03 p.m. Councilmembers Kors, Roberts, and Mayor Moon recessed to Closed Session in the Small Conference Room.
6:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
ROLL CALL:
Roll Call: 4 members present, 2 members absent, 0 members excused.
PRESENTATIONS:
David Ready, City Manager, recognized Nancy Klukan, Assistant Finance Director, for her 30 years with the City of Palm Springs, and introduced the new Deputy City Treasurer, Thomas Hays.
Boris Stark and Suzanne Severin, Vacation Rental Compliance Officials, presented an update on the vacation rental program.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Motion to approve Approve the agenda as presented. Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve Approve the agenda as presented. (Approved)
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
Douglas Holland, City Attorney, reported the following:
1.City Council approved a settlement agreement with Ramon Park, LLC, Case No. PSC 1602837, Riverside Superior Court, Palm Springs Division, $6,703.22.
2. The City Council provided direction on the other items.
3. No other reportable action was taken.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY: (Non-Public Hearing Agenda Items ONLY)
Mike Ziskind spoke opposing 3A.
CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND REPORT:
Councilmember Roberts requested adding an opportunity to vote on the CV Link in the very near future.
David Ready, City Manager, it will be added to the May 3, 2017, City Council agenda.
Councilmember Kors requested that CVAG provide a presentation on Community Choice Power at May 3, 2017, meet or later.
Mayor Moon stated he has concerns with respect to the fiscal impact, the operations and security of the portion in the City of Palm Springs. He stated his position on the project, recommending the six (6) miles in the middle of the City, and does not support the portions on the north and east portion of the City. Additionally. he proposed placing on the November 2017, ballot an advisory ballot measure for the citizens to decide.
Mayor Moon commented on his position. He is not stating we should pull out of this project. He is concerned with the operations and security of the portion in Palm Springs. He is recommending the 6-miles running through the middle of the City.
Councilmember Kors stated the following:
1. Desired to have the CV Link agendized for the May 3, 2017, City Council meeting, allowing Council to take action.
2. Requested Tom Kirk's attendence to enable dialog and have some questions answered.
Councilmember Roberts stated
CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS:
Mayor / Mills / and staff met with the Tribe on the EIR. He provided the summary of the EIR. Additional Police staff Additional Fire Exceed the ht limit the # of City 4-4-2017 discussed with the Tribe re: the above. Based on the meeting the Tribe will repsond to
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Kors.
Vote to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. (Approved)
1.A. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR THE TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2020:
Item 1A Staff Report
1.B. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2017:
Item 1B Staff Report
1.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
Item 1C Staff Report
1.D. REQUEST FOR EARLY CONSTRUCTION START TIMES MONDAY THRU FRIDAY FOR CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UPGRADE PROJECT, CP 15-14:
Item 1D Staff Report
1.E. MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1809 SANDCLIFF ROAD, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC DISTRICT (HSPB 93/HD 5):
Item 1E Staff Report
1.F. MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE LOCATED AT 1824 SOUTH BARONA ROAD, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE (HSPB 93/HD 5):
Item 1F Staff Report
1.G. MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE LOCATED AT 360 CABRILLO ROAD UNITS 224-225 (RACQUET CLUB COTTAGES WEST HD-3, HSPB 88):
Item 1G Staff Report
1.H. AIRPORT TAXIWAY J PAVEMENT REHABILITATION AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS REPLACEMENT PROJECTS BID SOLICITATION APPROVAL AND FAA GRANT FUNDING ACCEPTANCE:
Item 1H Staff Report
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
2.A. CALLING AND CONDUCTING THE SPECIAL ELECTION AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN ANNEXATION NO. 16 TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES):
Item 2A Staff Report
Marcus Fuller provided report as noted.
Motion to adopted 1) Adopt Resolution No. 24212, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS." Moved by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Kors.
Vote to adopted 1) Adopt Resolution No. 24212, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS." (Approved)
Kathleen Hart, Interim City Clerk, tallied the votes, reported the results, and outlined the next step in this process would be to adopt a resolution declaring the election results and introduce an ordinance authorizing the levy of special taxes identified as Annexation 16, Miralon Tract Map 31848.
Motion to approve 2) Adopt Resolution No. 24213, "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 FOR ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES).
3) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1924, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES). Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve 2) Adopt Resolution No. 24213, "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 FOR ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES).
3) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1924, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 16, MIRALON, TRACT MAP NO. 31848, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1, (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES). (Approved)
2.B. PROPOSED ORDINANCE FOR A ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT RELATING TO THE CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR THE REVIEW OF EXTENSION OF TIME APPLICATIONS (CASE 5.1405 ZTA):
Item 2B Staff Report
Flinn Fagg, Director of Planning Services, provided information as noted in the Staff Report.
Councilmember Kors spoke of the following:
1. Clarified the change from 5 years to two years.
2. Requested adding to the ordinance language the City Council will be notified in writing of the Planning Commission's decison and posting the Planning Commission's decision on the website.
3. Asked for clarification, if the Planning Commission approved the changes with respect to Section 94.12.00, and if the Director of Planning Services agrees with the suggested modifications. The Director of Planning Services responded YES to both.
Councilmember Roberts requested clarification with respect to the extension of time process.
At 6:57 p.m. Mayor Moon opened the Public Hearing, no one came forth to address the City Council; therefore, at 6:57 p.m. Mayor Moon closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Kors noted on Page 7 of the staff report under D.1., third line down the word should be
'they'
not
'the'
.
Councilmember Kors asked if it is possible to require a super majority of both the Planning Commission and City Council Council to have the ability to approve an extension of time. Further he stated he understands there are extending circumstances and situations beyond their control.
Councilmember Roberts voiced concerns.
1. Market conditions, the economy often affects the developments i.e. economic downturn.
2. Understands the four year time limit, has concern limiting it to four (4) years.
3. How will a it be determined an economic downturn exists?
Councilmember Kors stated support for the projects to return for approval, dues to changes. Additionally, he spoke of the noticing requirements, currently the property owners are notified, additionally, the tenants should be notified of the public hearings.
Mayor Moon stated the Planning Commission approved this 7-0.
Motion to approve Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1925, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 94.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (PSZC) RELATING TO THE CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR THE REVIEW OF EXTENSION OF TIME (EOT) APPLICATIONS” with the following modifications:
Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1925, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 94.00 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE (PSZC) RELATING TO THE CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR THE REVIEW OF EXTENSION OF TIME (EOT) APPLICATIONS” with the following modifications:
(Approved)
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. AMENDMENT TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE DEFINITION OF ESTATE HOMES AS VACATION RENTALS:
Item 3A Staff Report
Douglas Holland, City Attorney, provided the report as outlined in the staff report.
Councilmembers Kors and Roberts provided additional information regarding estate homes and lot sizes.
Councilmember Roberts spoke in the need to simplify the process and. They will be loudest by nature. Will be interested in the counts. They had discussed parcel size. Higher intensity use results in
Motion to approve Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1926, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF “ESTATE HOME” IN SECTION 5.25.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ESTATE HOMES AS VACATION RENTALS.” Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety, read by title only, and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1926, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF “ESTATE HOME” IN SECTION 5.25.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ESTATE HOMES AS VACATION RENTALS.” (Approved)
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. PRELIMINARY OVERVIEW OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 BUDGET:
Item 5A Staff Report
Item 5A Preliminary Budget Presentation FY 2017-18
David Ready, City Manager, provided the FY 2017-18 Budget presentation.
Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance and Treasurer, provided additional details.
Mayor Moon requested clarification with respect to the unfunded PERS liability.
Mayor Moon requested information with respect the the Homelessness.
5.B. JOINT ITEM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING OF 2007 LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS:
Item 5B Staff Report
David Ready, City Manager, and Suzanne Harrell, Financial Consultant, provided a a summary of the staff report presented, noting the refinancing will reduce costs approximately $109,000 per year without extending the life of the loan.
Motion to approve [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 24214, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SITE LEASE AND LEASE AGREEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2017 SERIES A, APPROVING SALE OF SUCH BONDS AND OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.” [Financing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 42, “A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2017 SERIES A, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF INDENTURE OF TRUST AND OTHER DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO, AUTHORIZING SALE OF SUCH BONDS, APPROVING OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.” Moved by Councilmember Kors, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
Vote to approve [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 24214, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SITE LEASE AND LEASE AGREEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2017 SERIES A, APPROVING SALE OF SUCH BONDS AND OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.” [Financing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 42, “A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2017 SERIES A, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF INDENTURE OF TRUST AND OTHER DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO, AUTHORIZING SALE OF SUCH BONDS, APPROVING OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO.” (Approved)
PUBLIC COMMENT: (Non-Agenda Items)
Sergio Garcia, Palm Springs, spoke on the homelessness.
David Feltman, Palm Springs, spoke on the BUZZ suggested moving the street
Thomas Kohn, Palm Springs, spoke in support of CV Link.
COUNCILMEMBER AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA DEVELOPMENT:
PUBLIC COMMENT: (Non-Agenda Items)
Patrick Weiss, Palm Springs, spoke on an incident at Well in the Desert. Stated there were Code Enforcement staff member of the volunteers and others there eating. The pictures were taken due to a Code violation.
Richard Noble, Palm Springs, spoke about the March of Earth Day banner.
COUNCILMEMBER AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA DEVELOPMENT:
Councilmember Kors requested placing homelessness on the May 3, 2017, agenda for discussion.
ADJOURNMENT:
Meeting went into Recess
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