HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003 - MINUTES - 4/23/2003 STUDY SESSIONSTUDY SESSION
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
April 23, 2003
CONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
A. Call to Order-Large Conference Room-Hodges absent
B. Flag Salute
C. City Attorney Report on Matters Discussed in Closed Session-See Page 2 of
Agenda this date.
Mayor stated that Councilmember Hodges did attend the Closed Session earlier.
D. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Willie Holland, Palm Springs read a prepared statement and presented a
prepared report to the Council, copy on file in Office of the City Clerk.
E. COUNCIL COMMENTS/QUESTIONS/REPORTS
Councilmembers commented on various civic functions attended.
F. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager stated that the Palm Springs Unified School District did
unanimously approve granting of easement of 30 – 45 feet for the swim center.
G. STUDY SESSION
1. RENTAL HOUSING INSPECTION PROGRAM
Stanley Jordan, City Works, reviewed a handout, copy on file in Office of
the City Clerk and added that 40% of the City’s housing is rental; that
there are approximately 8,000 rentals; that some communities exclude
hotels and motels from the inspection program and that the fee
recommended is $150.00 and covers a two year period.
City Manager stated that the plan is basically a break even plan; that there
is a small administrative fee to the City, but will require additional
inspections; and that if desired, staff could research the program further.
Council consensus for staff to review the materials with insight to validity
of the program; who does inspections; are there other companies that
perform this same service; is there a trial period; how is the program
implemented; what are the advantages; what are the disadvantages; and
that members of the Community (including HOA’s) should be asked
opinions on the program.
2. DEVELOPMENT TASK FORCE
Palm Springs Economic Development reviewed a handout, copy attached.
Recommendations were made for Planning, Building, Engineering and
Community Development.
Director of Planning & Zoning reviewed a handout, see attached copies,
concerning the Architectural Design Committee with recommendations for
appointments to the Committee; and added that a group will be called
together to review the membership and the results will be brought for
Council review.
ADJOURN