HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-11-03 CC MINUTESCITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2010
Council Chamber
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the meeting to order at 6:12 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop 262, led the Pledge.
INVOCATION: Rev. Dr. Amanda Burr, United Methodist Church of Palm Springs, led
the Invocation.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember Weigel,
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, and Mayor Pougnet.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson provided an update on the recent opening of the City of
Palm Springs Gateway Park.
Mayor Pougnet provided an update on the Indian Canyon Interchange Project and the
Palm Springs High School Homecoming Parade.
Councilmember Foat provided an update on the Dog Day Afternoon event to raise funds
for the new Animal Shelter.
Mayor Pougnet announced the upcoming events as follows: Sustainability Summit by
Bill McKibben, Palm Springs Athena Awards, Gay Pride Parade, Veterans Day Parade,
Holiday Tree Lighting, Festival of Lights Parade and activities. Mayor Pougnet
announced the City of Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism was awarded the Polaris Award
from the Public Relations Society of America for the 2010 Spring Marketing Campaign.
Tammy Perezchica, Downtown Administrator, provided an update on the programs in
the Downtown and Uptown areas of the City.
Michele Mician, Sustainability Manager, provided an overview of green gas emissions.
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REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland stated the meeting was called
to order at 4:00 p.m., and the City Council recessed into Closed Session to discuss
Items on the posted Closed Session Agenda, and reported the City Council provided
the City Attorney settlement authority regarding existing litigation Stephanie Casavan v.
City of Palm Springs, and stated the agreement would be on file in the Office of the City
Clerk upon execution, otherwise no reportable actions were taken.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson stated staff is recommending Consent Calendar Item 2.R. be
withdrawn from the Agenda.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Item 2.E. be removed from the Consent Calendar
for separate discussion, and noted his property ownership related conflict of interest and
abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.M.
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.M. be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills noted his business related conflict of interest and abstention on
Consent Calendar Item 2.E.
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as amended. Motion Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson,
seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. DESIGNATION OF PORTIONS OF THE ORCHID TREE INN AS CLASS
1 AND 2 HISTORIC SITES, LOCATED AT 261 SOUTH BELARDO
ROAD (HSPB 72):
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated November 3, 2010.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
GARY JOHNS, spoke in support of the Historic Designation of the Orchid
Tree Inn and the Stephens Residence.
SHERYL HAMLIN, spoke in support of the Historic Designation of the
Orchid Tree Inn.
RON MARSHALL, commented on the research required for historic
designation and spoke in support of the Historic Designation of the Orchid
Tree Inn.
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FRANK TYSEN, Palm Springs, announced the upcoming walk of the Palm
Springs Inns, and spoke in support of the Historic Designation of the
Orchid Tree Inn.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22819, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
DESIGNATING PORTIONS OF THE PROPERTY KNOWN AS THE
ORCHID TREE INN AS CLASS 1 AND CLASS 2 HISTORIC SITES
(HSPB 72)." Motion Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by
Councilmember Weigel and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1.B. DESIGNATION OF THE STEPHENS RESIDENCE AS CLASS 1
HISTORIC SITE, LOCATED AT 645 EAST MORONGO ROAD (HSPB
76):
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated November 3, 2010.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming
forward the public hearing was closed.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22820, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 645 EAST MORONGO
ROAD (RESIDENCE OF HUGH STEPHENS) AS A CLASS 1 HISTORIC
SITE (HSPB 76)." Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by
Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1.C. PROPOSED ORDINANCES ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2010
CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE:
Terry Tatum, Director of Building and Safety, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated November 3, 2010.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming
forward the public hearing was closed.
ACTION: 1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and
read by title only, and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1780,
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
ADDING ARTICLE VII TO CHAPTER 8.04. RELATING TO SWIMMING
POOL SAFETY STANDARDS, ADOPTING AND AMENDING THE 2010
EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE WITH APPENDICES
C, I, AND J, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, INCLUDING
APPENDIX H, THE 2010 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, THE 2010
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CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, THE 2010 PLUMBING CODE AND
ADOPTING THE 2010 EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA GREEN
BUILDING STANDARDS, ENERGY, AND EXISTING BUILDING CODES;
AND THE 1997 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE;" 3)
Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1781, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING
ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO THE ADOPTION AND AMENDMENT OF THE
CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2010 EDITION;" and 4) Adopt Resolution No.
22821, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT CERTAIN LOCAL
CONDITIONS REQUIRE AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
TO THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2010 EDITION, THE
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2010 EDITION, THE CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE, 2010 EDITION, AND THE 2010 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE AND THE 2010 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE."
Motion Councilmember Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Foat
and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
Councilmember Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with
respect to Item 1.D., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left
Council Chamber.
1.D. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONVEYANCE OF 119.3
ACRES LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF TRAMVIEW
ROAD AND INDIAN CANYON DRIVE TO THE DESERT COMMUNITY
COLLEGE DISTRICT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE COLLEGE
OF THE DESERT WEST VALLEY CAMPUS:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated
November 3, 2010.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming
forward the public hearing was closed.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1411, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONVEYING APPROXIMATELY 119.3 ACRES
OF LAND TO THE DESERT COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT FOR
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE DESERT WEST VALLEY CAMPUS;" and
2) Authorize the Executive Director or his designee to execute all
necessary documents. A6010. Motion Councilmember Weigel,
seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and unanimously carried 4-0
on a roll call vote.
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AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Weigel, Mayor Pro
Tem Hutcheson, and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Councilmember Mills.
Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
CHRIS MILLER, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.M., noted the disruptions by the
Korakia Pensione Hotel to the neighborhood, and requested the City Council deny the
request for a resolution of public convenience.
RICK PANTELE, requested the City Council allow CAPS medical cannabis cooperative
in the City of Palm Springs.
BRIAN WALTER, requested the City Council allow CAPS medical cannabis cooperative
in the City of Palm Springs.
MICHAEL MARSHALL, requested the City Council allow CAPS medical cannabis
cooperative in the City of Palm Springs.
MICKEY BROWN HATLEY, Cathedral City, noted problems with the Police Department
regarding a civil matter.
HANS WOLSEN, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed land exchange between
the Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
LARRY LIGUORI, commented on the proposed land exchange between the Bureau of
Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
PAT LARSON, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed land exchange between the
Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
JIM MILLER, commented on the proposed land exchange between the Bureau of Land
Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
CYNTHIA WILLIAMS, Cathedral City, commented on the proposed land exchange
between the Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla
Indians.
GARY LUEDERS, commented on the proposed land exchange between the Bureau of
Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
CUTLER LEWIS, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed land exchange between
the Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
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DARROL HOLSTAD, Desert Hot Springs, commented on the proposed land exchange
between the Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla
Indians.
JAMES CRAIG, commented on the proposed land exchange between the Bureau of
Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
EILEEN STERN, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed land exchange between
the Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
DONNA GENETT, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed land exchange between
the Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
ERIC ALM, commented on the proposed land exchange between the Bureau of Land
Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
RICHARD LAWS, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.M., noted the disruptions by the
Korakia Pensione Hotel to the neighborhood, and requested the City Council deny the
request for public convenience.
ALIA PAULA, commented on Item 2.M., noted the disruptions by the Korakia Pensione
Hotel to the neighborhood, and requested the City Council deny the request for public
convenience.
BILL LAMOND, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.M., noted the disruptions by the
Korakia Pensione Hotel to the neighborhood, and requested the City Council deny the
request for public convenience.
BETTY JANE PILGERS, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.M., noted the disruptions
by the Korakia Pensione Hotel to the neighborhood, and requested the City Council
deny the request for public convenience.
FRAN NADOLSKI, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.M., noted the disruptions by
the Korakia Pensione Hotel to the neighborhood, and requested the City Council deny
the request for a resolution of public convenience.
MARK NICHOLS, Sustainability Commission, commented on the re-striping of City
streets and the inclusion of bike lanes.
JOE FOSTER, commented on a recent arrest incident with the Palm Springs Police
Department.
FRAN NADOLSKI, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed land exchange between
the Bureau of Land Management and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
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WILLIE HOLLAND SR., Palm Springs, commented on the Desert Highland Gateway
neighborhood.
BOB THOMAS, announced the upcoming VillageFest and Main Street food drive.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat stated the City is writing a letter to the Tribe regarding the BLM
land exchange.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
ACTION: Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.I., 2.J., 2.K.,
2.L., 2.N., 2.O., 2.P., and 2.Q. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by
Councilmember Weigel and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
ACTION: Receive and file Report on the Posting of the November 3,
2010, City Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the City Council Minutes of October 6, 2010.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22822, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS
NUMBERED 1044546 THROUGH 1044689 IN THE AGGREGATE
AMOUNT OF $3,332,149.43, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 2) Adopt
Resolution No. 22823, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT
OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 10-02-10 BY
WARRANTS NUMBERED 416132 THROUGH 416166 TOTALING
$53,718.49, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1044690 THROUGH
1044710 TOTALING $125,767.73, FIVE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR
$49,638.81, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF $984,676.46,
IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,213,801.49, DRAWN ON BANK
OF AMERICA;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22824, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS
NUMBERED 1044711 THROUGH 1044846 IN THE AGGREGATE
AMOUNT OF $838,246.33, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 4) Adopt
Resolution No. 22825, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT
OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1044847
THROUGH 1045040 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,976,491.21,
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DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" and 5) Adopt Resolution No. 22826,
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1045041 THROUGH 1045057
IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $561,455.25, DRAWN ON BANK OF
AMERICA." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR SEPTEMBER 2010:
ACTION: Receive and file Staff Authorized Agreements covering the
period September 1 through September 30, 2010. Approved as part of
the Consent Calendar.
2.F. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF HOWARD PACKER FROM THE
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION:
ACTION: 1) Accept with regret the resignation of Howard Packer from the
Human Rights Commission; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice
of Vacancy for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2012. Approved as
part of the Consent Calendar.
2.G. TREASURER’S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2010:
ACTION: Receive and File the Treasurer's Investment Report as of
September 30, 2010 Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.H. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS INVENTORY REPORT:
ACTION: Receive and file. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.I. REQUEST THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT
SYSTEM BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION APPROVE EMPLOYMENT
EXTENSION FOR RETIREE MARTHA EDGMON:
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22827, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
REQUESTING THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT
SYSTEM BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION APPROVE AN EMPLOYMENT
EXTENSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 21221(h)
FOR RETIREE MARTHA EDGMON." Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.J. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT NO. A4593
WITH CVAG FOR THE INDIAN CANYON DRIVE WIDENING PROJECT
(CP 01-25):
ACTION: 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A4593, a
Reimbursement Agreement with the Coachella Valley Association of
Governments for the Indian Canyon Drive Widening through the
Whitewater River (CP 01-25); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents. A4593. Approved as part of the
Consent Calendar.
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2.K. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE RAMON ROAD WIDENING (SAN LUIS
REY DRIVE TO LANDAU BOULEVARD) CVAG REIMBURSEMENT
AGREEMENT:
ACTION: 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A5748, a
Reimbursement Agreement with the Coachella Valley Association of
Governments for the Ramon Road Widening (San Luis Rey Dr. to Landau
Blvd.) (CP 08-25); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. A5748. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.L. CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5943 WITH HARDY &
HARPER FOR THE 2008-09 & 2009-10 ANNUAL ASPHALT OVERLAY
(CP 08-28):
ACTION: 1) Approve Change Order No. 3 to Agreement No. A5943 with
Hardy & Harper, Inc. in the amount of $17,740.93 for a final total amount
of $1,819,389.40 for the 2008-09 and 2009-10 Annual Overlay (CP 08-
28); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary
documents. A5943. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.N. AGREEMENT WITH PATTON ENTERPRISE, INC. FOR THE AIRPORT
ACCESS PERIMETER GATES OPERATOR REPLACEMENT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $32,441:
ACTION: 1) Approve an agreement with Patton Enterprise, Inc. for the
replacement and installation of four (4) access perimeter gate operators at
the Airport in the amount of $32,441; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents. A6031. Approved as part of the
Consent Calendar.
2.O. AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE NATURAL GAS:
ACTION: 1) Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement for the
purchase of natural gas for a term not to exceed 30 months; and 2)
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5740.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.P. ENCROACHMENT LICENSE WITH ROYAL STREET
COMMUNICATIONS CALIFORNIA, LLC, FOR A PRIVATE
ELECTRICAL LINE IN CERRITOS ROAD:
ACTION: 1) Approve an Encroachment License with Royal Street
Communications California, LLC, for operation and maintenance of a
private electric and communication line located across Cerritos Road north
of Vista Chino; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. A6032. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
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2.Q. AGREEMENT WITH KOA CORPORATION FOR THE VISTA CHINO AT
FARRELL DRIVE STREET IMPROVEMENTS [FEDERAL PROJECT
CML 5282 (037), CP 09-11]:
ACTION: 1) Approve an agreement with KOA Corporation in the amount
of $65,030.00 for environmental and civil engineering design services
related to the Vista Chino at Farrell Drive Street Improvements [Federal
Project CML 5282 (037), CP 09-11]; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents. A6033. Approved as part of the
Consent Calendar.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Mills stated he has a business related conflict of interest with respect to
Item 2.E., would not participate in the discussion or the vote, and left Council Chamber.
2.E. AGREEMENT WITH THE PALM SPRINGS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT TO
PROVIDE A FULL TIME POLICE OFFICER AT THE PALM SPRINGS HIGH
SCHOOL CAMPUS:
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on graffiti issues in the area, and
requested the City Manager follow-up on graffiti issues around the School and at
the City's skate park.
ACTION: 1) Approve an Agreement with the Palm Springs Unified School District
to provide a full time police officer at the Palm Springs High School campus,
including the Ramon Academy, for one year expiring at the end of school year
2010; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
A5553. Motion Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet and
unanimously carried 4-0 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Weigel, Mayor Pro Tem
Hutcheson, and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Councilmember Mills.
Councilmember Mills returned to the dais.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson stated he has a property ownership related conflict of
interest with respect to Item 2.M., stated he would not participate in the discussion or
the vote, and left Council Chamber.
2.M. REQUEST BY THE KORAKIA PENSIONE HOTEL FOR A RESOLUTION OF
PUBLIC CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE AND DISTILLED
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SPIRITS FOR CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES AT 231, 250 & 257 SOUTH
PATENCIO ROAD AND 251 & 265 LUGO ROAD (CASE: 5.1251-PCN):
Councilmember Foat commented on the lack of conditions of approval with
respect to the regulation of the resolution of public convenience, and requested
the City Council not approve the resolution and work with Korakia.
Councilmember Weigel requested the Police Chief address the number of calls
for service at this property, and stated once the license is issued the City has no
recourse.
Councilmember Mills stated the City has planning rules and regulations that staff
can use to address neighborhood concerns.
ACTION: 1) Continue the Item; and 2) Direct staff to promulgate further
regulations or conditions that address the neighborhood concerns. Motion
Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet and unanimously
carried 4-0 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Weigel, and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson returned to the dais.
2.R. LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE COACHELLA VALLEY ECONOMIC
PARTNERSHIP FOR 5,000 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE SPACE AT 3111
EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY:
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of staff.
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONERS TO THE SUSTAINABILITY
COMMISSION AND BOARD MEMBERS TO THE VILLAGEFEST
BOARD AS PART OF THE 2010 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF
COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS:
ACTION: 1) Appoint Staci Schafer to the Sustainability Commission for
the unexpired term ending June 30, 2012; 2) Appoint Terri Mettie and
Ranee Schaafsma to the Sustainability Commission for the unexpired
term ending June 30, 2011; 3) Appoint Ronald King to the VillageFest
Board for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2013; and 4) Appoint Mary
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Ann Kaestner and Ray Trim to the VillageFest Board for the unexpired
term ending June 30, 2011. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and unanimously carried on a roll call
vote.
5.B. RIVERSIDE COUNTY REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER ECONOMIC
IMPACT STUDY UPDATE:
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated November 3, 2010.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested City staff reach out and contact
Supervisor Benoit and invite the Supervisor to meet with City Council
regarding the proposed Riverside County Detention Center.
ACTION: 1) Receive and file; and 2) Direct staff to submit the report as
the City’s comments and response to the EIR. Motion Councilmember
Foat, seconded by Mayor Pougnet and unanimously carried on a roll
call vote.
5.C. FIRST QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2010-11 BUDGET UPDATE:
ACTION: Continue to the November 17, 2010 City Council meeting. By
consensus of the City Council.
5.D. ELECTION CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM DISCUSSION AND
REPORT FROM THE CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE:
City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the
Subcommittee report dated November 3, 2010.
The City Council discussed the temporary election sign ordinance.
ACTION: Direct the City Clerk and City Attorney draft an ordinance to
propose election reform incorporating the six Subcommittee
recommendations. By consensus of the City Council.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson announced the upcoming Golden Rainbow Center Event.
Councilmember Mills requested an Item be placed on the next agenda to create a City
Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee to work with Community Dynamics regarding the
ComDyn project on Indian Avenue.
Councilmember Foat requested an Item be placed on the next agenda to create a City
Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee to study traffic calming and bike lanes.
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ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 8:52 p.m. to a Regular Meeting,
Wednesday, November 17, 2010, at 6:00 P.M. Council Chamber, City Hall, preceded by
a Closed Session, Small Conference Room, City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way,
Palm Springs.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
3RD DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2010.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK