Agenda

CITY COUNCIL
AND AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA

www.palmspringsca.gov

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
3:30 PM CLOSED SESSION
5:30 PM REGULAR SESSION

Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting may be conducted by teleconference and there will be no in-person public access to the meeting location.

Submit your public comment to the City Council electronically. Material may be emailed to cityclerk@palmspringsca.gov. Transmittal prior to the start of the meeting is required. Any correspondence received during or after the meeting will be distributed to the City Council and retained for the official record.
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February 24, 2022

3:30 PM CLOSED SESSION
5:30 PM REGULAR MEETING

Lisa Middleton, Mayor
Grace Elena Garner, Mayor Pro Tem
Christy Gilbert Holstege, Councilmember
Geoff Kors, Councilmember
Dennis Woods, Councilmember

City of Palm Springs Mission Statement: Palm Springs is an inclusive world-class city dedicated to providing excellent and responsive public services to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations.

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3:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION

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CALL TO ORDER:

PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY: The City Council welcomes public input. Pursuant to State Law, the City Council may not discuss or take action on issues not on the meeting agenda (Government Code Section 54954.2). If you are compensated to communicate with City officials, you may be required to register and/or make certain disclosures as a lobbyist, please see the City Clerk for additional information.

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: See Closed Session Agenda.

5:30 P.M. REGULAR MEETING

CALL TO ORDER:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

ROLL CALL:

PRESENTATIONS:

ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA: The City Council will discuss the order of the agenda, may amend the order, add urgency items, note abstentions or "no" votes on Consent Calendar items, and request Consent Calendar items be removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. The City Council may also remove items from the Consent Calendar prior to that portion of the Agenda.

REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:

PUBLIC TESTIMONY: (Non-Public Hearing Agenda Items ONLY)
This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the City Council only on agenda items. Two (2) minutes will be assigned to each speaker. Testimony for Public Hearings will only be taken at the time of the hearing, and General Public Comments, non-agenda items, will be taken later in the meeting.

CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND REPORTS: This time is set aside for the City Council to provide additional general comments, reports, and announcements. Additionally, this time is set aside for the City Manager to update the City Council on important items initiated by staff or previously requested by the City Council.

CONSENT CALENDAR:
The following routine matters may be acted upon by one motion. Individual items may be removed by the Council for separate discussion at this time or under Acceptance of the Agenda. The ordinance title is deemed to be read in its entirety and further reading waived on any ordinance listed on the Consent Calendar.

FINDINGS TO CONDUCT CITY COUNCIL AND BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS VIRTUALLY UNDER ASSEMBLY BILL 361
RECOMMENDATION:
Find that the City Council has considered the circumstances of the state of emergency during a proclaimed state of emergency, and state or local officials have imposed or recommended measures to promote social distancing, and as a result, the Palm Springs City Council and all of Palm Springs Board, Commission, and Committee meetings will be held by videoconference, in accordance with AB 361. Click to View

APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ACE PARKING MANAGEMENT, INC.
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Contract Services Agreement with Ace Parking Management, Inc. for parking enforcement management services, exercising the final two-year term extension option, in an amount not to exceed $180,732.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 6 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 6 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022, ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 24912.”
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (CVAG) AND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR THE TRANSFER OF PRIVATE DEVELOPER FUNDS TO CVAG RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION OF THE CV LINK PROJECT WITHIN PALM SPRINGS
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve an Agreement by and between the City of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) to allow for the transfer of $1,063,044 private developer funds to CVAG relating to the construction of the CV Link project adjacent to Tract 32233 (the Escena Project, or “Escena”) and Tract 31848 (the Miralon Project, or “Miralon”); and
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FROM PAUL E. SCHEIBNER AND IRENE M. SCHEIBNER REVOCABLE TRUST IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000 FOR PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY TRUST FUND
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the acceptance of a donation award from the Paul E. Scheibner and Irene M. Scheibner Revocable Trust in the amount of $25,000.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF PARCEL MAP 38247 FOR A 122-UNIT APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT (“LIVING OUT”) AT 1122 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP 38247 FOR KOAR PALM SPRINGS, LLC A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1122 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, IN SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST.” Click to View

APPROVAL OF AN AMENDED AND REINSTATED ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS FOR A VEHICULAR ENTRANCE GATE TO THE TAHQUITZ VISITOR CENTER WITHIN THE WEST END OF THE MESQUITE AVENUE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY IN SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, ENGINEERING FILE EA 22-01-0500
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDED AND REINSTATED ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS FOR A VEHICULAR ENTRANCE GATE TO THE TAHQUITZ VISITOR CENTER WITHIN THE WEST END OF MESQUITE AVENUE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY IN SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, ENGINEERING FILE EA 22-01-0500, AND APPROVING A DETERMINATION THAT THE ACTION IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).”
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ ASSOCIATION OF PALM SPRINGS
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE TO WAGES, HOURS, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EMPLOYEES IN THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ ASSOCIATION OF PALM SPRINGS FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2021, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023, SUBJECT TO ASSOCIATION EXECUTING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING.
Authorize the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and all documents necessary to effectuate the above action, including the allocation and compensation plans, agreements and contracts, and any non-substantial MOU language or reorganization.

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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH SENATE BILL 1383 REGULATIONS
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH SENATE BILL 1383 REGULATIONS.” Click to View

FORMAL CITY COUNCIL ACCEPTANCE OF THE 2021 SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM REPAIRS, CITY PROJECT NO. 21-18, IS REQUIRED TO DOCUMENT THE COMPLETION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS IMPROVEMENTS AND TO ALLOW THE CITY’S FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION WITH THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY RECORDER IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 9200 OF THE CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE.
RECOMMENDATION:

Accept the public works improvement identified as 2021 Sewer Collection System Repairs, City Project No. 21-18 (“Project”), as completed in accordance with the plans and specifications; and
Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file for recordation with the Riverside County Recorder a Notice of Completion for 2021 Sewer Collection System Repairs, City Project No, 21-18.

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APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO CONCESSION LEASE AGREEMENT NO. A5855 WITH LAMAR AIRPORT ADVERTISING COMPANY
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A5855 with Lamar Airport Advertising Company for a one-year contract services agreement extension from April 1, 2022, through March 31, 2023.
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all necessary documents.

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STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE PERIOD OF January 1 THROUGH January 31, 2022
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and Purchase Orders for the period of January 1 through January 31, 2022.
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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR: Items removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion are considered at this time.

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

REDISTRICTING 2021: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING REDISTRICTING OF CITY COUNCIL BOUNDARIES, ADOPTION OF A DISTRICT BOUNDARIES MAP, AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE ADJUSTING ELECTION DISTRICT BOUNDARIES AS REQUIRED BY ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 21601 ET SEQ
RECOMMENDATION:

Conduct a public hearing to receive public input on district boundaries.
Select Map Option K or L for approval and introduce an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AMENDING PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.02.005(B) REGARDING BY-DISTRICT ELECTIONS, ADJUSTING THE BOUNDARIES OF CITY COUNCIL ELECTION DISTRICTS AND CONFIRMING SUCH REVISED COUNCIL DISTRICT BOUNDARIES, AS REFLECTED IN THE ATTACHED MAP

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AN APPLICATION BY CHARLES AND PATRICIA STUMPF, OWNERS, FOR HISTORIC DESIGNATION OF “THE WILLIAM PURCELL RESIDENCE” LOCATED AT 252 OCOTILLO DRIVE, (APN #508-292-013), CASE HSPB #141
RECOMMENDATION:

Open the public hearing and receive public testimony.
Close the public hearing and adopt Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING “THE WILLIAM PURCELL RESIDENCE” LOCATED AT 252 OCOTILLO DRIVE, AS CLASS 2 (HISTORIC MERIT) HISTORIC RESOURCE HSPB #141, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS (APN 508-292-913).”

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LEGISLATIVE: None.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

DISCUSSION OF THE USE OF FIREWORKS WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
RECOMMENDATION:
Direct Staff as appropriate. Click to View

NEW BUSINESS:

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) 2022–2023 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND BUDGET DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION:
The CDBG Annual Action Plan (AAP) is prepared by the City every year pursuant to requirements set forth by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which mandate that units of government receiving federal housing and community development assistance must prepare an AAP as part of the implementation of the Five Year Consolidated Plan (ConPlan) which serves as the blueprint for community development activity in the City. At this time, Staff is seeking input from the City Council regarding the Annual Action Plan and CDBG Budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Click to View

FISCAL YEAR 2020-21 FINANCIAL AUDIT REPORTS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and file the following Financial Audit Reports for fiscal year June 30, 2021:
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
Audit Communication letter to the City Council
Internal Control and Compliance letter to the City Council
Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Report
Housing Successor Audit Communication letter to the City Council
Public Financing Authority Financial Statements.
Measure J Fund Report Annual Financial Report
Measure D Independent Accountant’s Agreed Upon Procedures
Measure A Independent Accountant’s Agreed Upon Procedures (Conrad CPA Firm)

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APPEAL OF HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD ACTION APPROVING A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS FOR ALTERATIONS TO THE PALM SPRINGS CITY HALL, A CLASS 1 (LANDMARK) HISTORIC SITE LOCATED AT 3200 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY – REMOVAL OF FRANK BOGERT STATUE, (HSPB #33D/ CASE 3.3377).
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve a Resolution Denying the Appeal and Upholding the Decision of the Historic Site Preservation Board, Approving a Certificate of Appropriateness for Alterations to the Palm Springs City Hall, A Class 1 (Landmark) Historic Site Located at 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way – Removal of Frank Bogert Statue (HSBP #33D / Case 3.3377).

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REVISED CITY COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CITY COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE.” Click to View

PUBLIC COMMENT: (Non-Agenda Items) This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the City Council on items of general interest within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City. Although the City Council values your comments, pursuant to the Brown Act, it generally cannot take any action on items not listed on the posted agenda. Two (2) minutes will be assigned to each speaker.

CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA DEVELOPMENT: This time is set aside for the City Council to make requests of staff, and/or issues of concern to Councilmembers are briefly presented, prioritized and set for future meeting dates.

ADJOURNMENT:

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING

State of California )
County of Riverside ) ss.
City of Palm Springs )

I, Brent Rasi, Deputy City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, hereby certify this Agenda was delivered to each member of the City Council, provided to all parties who have requested such notice, posted at City Hall before 5:00 p.m., on February 18, 2022, and posted on the City’s website as required by established policies and procedures.

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Brent Rasi,
Deputy City Clerk

P U B L I C N O T I C E S

Pursuant to G.C. Section 54957.5(b)(2) the designated office for inspection of records in connection with the meeting is the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way. Complete Agenda Packets are available for public inspection at: City Hall Office of the City Clerk. Agenda and staff reports are available on the City’s website www.palmspringsca.gov. If you would like additional information on any item appearing on this agenda, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at
(760) 323-8204.

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