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.
You may provide telephonic comments by calling the City Clerk's Office at (760) 323-8204. You may be added to the queue at any time prior to the end of the public comment period for the subject hearing. At the appropriate time, a staff member will call you so that you may provide your public testimony to the City Council.
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MARCH 10, 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.

The City Council encourages written public testimony prior to the meeting, which provides the City Council ample time and attention for consideration. All written testimony will be provided to the City Council prior to the discussion. Written testimony may be sent via email to CITYCLERK@palmspringsca.gov, by fax at (760) 322-8332, or hand delivery to the City Clerk, Palm Springs City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262.

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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.

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

AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) SHADE STRUCTURE FROM SHADE STRUCTURES INC., A TEXAS CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $17,713.37 FOR THE DESERT HIGHLAND PARK SHADE STRUCTURE PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 21-22
RECOMMENDATION:

In accordance with Section 7.09.010 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code, "Cooperative Purchasing Programs", authorize the purchase and installation of one (1) shade structure from Shade Structures Inc., dba USA Shade & Fabric Structures, a Texas corporation, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing Contract 030117-LTS, for an amount of $17,713.37; and
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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AUTHORIZE THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS TO APPLY FOR “BUILDING FORWARD: LIBRARY INFRASTRUCTURE” GRANT FUNDING
RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize Staff to apply for “Building Forward: Library Infrastructure” grant funding in an amount not-to-exceed $10 million.
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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REDISTRICTING 2021: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2060 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
RECOMMENDATION:
Waive the second reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and adopt Ordinance No. 2060 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, 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 MAP OPTION L." Click to View

AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF THREE (3) SHADE STRUCTURES FROM SHADE STRUCTURES INC., A TEXAS CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $104,790.83 FOR THE SWIM CENTER SHADE STRUCTURES, CITY PROJECT NO. 21-32
RECOMMENDATION:

In accordance with Section 7.09.010 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code "Cooperative Purchasing Programs", authorize the purchase and installation of three (3) shade structures from Shade Structures Inc. dba USA Shade & Fabric Structures, a Texas corporation, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing Contract 030117-LTS, for an amount of $104,790.83; and
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

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APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS, AND DEMANDS
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a Resolution entitled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS/ DISBURSEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 12-25-21 AND 01-08-22 TOTALING $3,884,139.76 AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WARRANTS DATED 12-16-21, 12-22-21 AND 01-06-22 TOTALING $4,246,270.64, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $8,130,410.40, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA." Click to View

CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PURCHASING POLICY
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a Resolution entitled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PURCHASING POLICY.” Click to View

APPROVE EXPENDITURE OF PUBLIC ARTS FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,300 FOR OUTREACH AND EDUCATION SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS, AND ARTIST DEMONSTRATION FEES
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve $2,300 of Public Arts Funds to purchase materials and supplies related to public arts community outreach and education. Click to View

APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 7 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 7 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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APPROVE A ONE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH VESTED SOLUTIONS, LLC, (A9010) FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Contract Service Agreement A9010 with Vested Solutions, LLC to provide janitorial services at the Palm Springs International Airport for a one-year term in an amount not to exceed $257,001.52, beginning April 1, 2022, and ending March 31, 2023, with two one-year extension options at the City’s sole discretion.
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all necessary documents.

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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR: Items removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion are considered at this time.

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

INTRODUCE AND WAIVE FURTHER READING OF ORDINANCE REQUEST BY MODLIN HOMES, LLC, FOR A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM RMHP (RESIDENTIAL MOBILE HOME PARK) TO R-1-C, (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL); OF AN UNDEVELOPED 1.35-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SUNNY DUNES AND SUNRISE WAY, ZONE RMHP; (CASE NO. 5.1517-CZ)
RECOMMENDATION:

Open the hearing and receive testimony.
Introduce and waive further reading of an Ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION AND APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE APPLICATION FROM RMHP (RESIDENTIAL MOBILE HOME PARK) TO R-1-C (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) FOR AN UNDEVELOPED 1.35-ACRE PARCEL (APN: 508-240-020) LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SUNNY DUNES AND SOUTH SUNRISE WAY, SECTION 23.”

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) 2022–2023 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING
RECOMMENDATION:

Open the Public Hearing for public testimony;
Review the draft 2022-2023 CDBG Budget and Annual Action Plan, and provide direction to Staff;
Schedule a Public Hearing for April 21, 2022, to approve and adopt the 2022-2023 CDBG Budget and Annual Action Plan.

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BUSINESS & LEGISLATIVE:

DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION REGARDING PACASO AND SIMILAR OPERATIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
RECOMMENDATION:
Discuss and provide direction to City Staff regarding Pacaso, and other similar operations, within the City of Palm Springs. Click to View

DISCUSSION OF VACATION RENTAL STUDY SESSION
RECOMMENDATION:
Provide direction to Staff as appropriate for upcoming study session. Click to View

2007 GENERAL PLAN LIMITED UPDATE – REVIEW REVISIONS TO THE GENERAL PLAN VISION STATEMENT AND PRIORITIES
RECOMMENDATION:
Provide direction as appropriate on proposed Vision and Priority statements for the 2040 General Plan. 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 COMMENTS, REPORTS, & AGENDA DEVELOPMENT: This time is set aside for the City Council and City Manager to provide additional general comments and reports. Additionally, the City Council and City Manager may briefly discuss items of concern and prioritize agenda items 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 March 4, 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.

It is the intention of the City of Palm Springs to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all respects. If, as an attendee or a participant at this meeting, or in meetings on a regular basis, you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact the Office of the City Clerk, (760) 323-8204, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to inform us of your particular needs and to determine if accommodation is feasible.