HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-02-11 CC MINUTESThursday, February 11, 2021
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council
of the City of Palm Springs
Pursuant to Executive Order N-29-20, by Governor Newsom, this meeting was conducted by
teleconference and there was no in-person public access to the meeting location.
CALL TO ORDER:
A Regular Meeting of the Palm Springs City Council was called to order by Mayor Holstege
on Thursday , February 11, 2021, at 5:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Holstege led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Grace Elena Garner, Geoff Kors, Dennis Woods; Mayor Pro Tem
Lisa Middleton; and Mayor Christy Holstege
Absent: None.
City Staff
Present: David H. Ready, City Manager; Elizabeth Hull, Assistant City Attorney; Marcus
Fuller, Assistant City Manager; and Anthony J. Mejia, City Clerk, were present at
Roll Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded to questions as
indicated in the minutes.
PRESENTATIONS:
• COVID-19 CASE UPDATE
Emergency Management Coordinator DeSelms presented an update of COVID-19
statistics including new cases, trends, hospital capacity, testing and vaccinations.
• COVID-19 WASTEWATER TREATMENT UPDATE
Assistant City Manager Fuller presented an update of wastewater COVID-19 tests
including updated test results and reduced COVID-19 disease prevalence.
• NEW PALM SPRINGS VACCINATION CENTER AND MEDIA PREVIEW
Mayor Holstege narrated PowerPoint slides regarding the opening of the Palm Springs
Convention Center for COVID-19 vaccinations.
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• DESERT COMMUNITY ENERGY CONTRACT SIGNING
Councilmember Kors presented details of the Desert Community Energy contract signing;
pointing out that Palm Springs ratepayers will save considerable money overtime.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to remove Consent Calendar Item No. 1B for separate discussion and
delete Item No. 1F from the agenda.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The Regular Closed Session of the City Council of February 11, 2021, was called to order by
Mayor Holstege at 3:00 p.m., with all members present.
The meeting convened into Closed Session to discuss the following items as listed on the Regular
Closed Session Meeting Agenda:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
In re: 1875 N. Palm Canyon Partners, LLC,
Case No. 8:20-bk-1256-TA (TOVA Hotel Bankruptcy)
City of Palm Springs v. David Gallo Palm Springs, LLC,
Case No. CVPS2000279, Superior Court of the State of California, County of Riverside
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – MATTERS CREATING SIGNIFICANT
EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):
Seven (7) matters that, under the existing circumstances, the City Attorney believes creates
significant exposure to litigation.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – DISCUSSION TO CONSIDER INITIATION OF
LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4):
Under existing facts and circumstances, there are seven (7) matters the City Council has
decided or may decide to initiate litigation.
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CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR, Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8:
Property Description: Dream Hotel, 450 Calle Alvarado, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Agency: City of Palm Springs
City Negotiator: David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Negotiating Parties: Lauri Kibby, Selene Palm Springs, LLC
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Property Description: Palm Springs Visitor’s Center (APN 504-040-053)
Agency: City of Palm Springs
City Negotiator: David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Negotiating Parties: Coachella Valley Association of Governments
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Property Description: 3.6 Acres at SE corner of Indian Canyon Drive and San
Rafael Road
Agency: City of Palm Springs
City Negotiator: David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Negotiating Parties: Community Housing Opportunities Corporation (CHOC)
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
City Negotiator: David Ready, City Manager or Designee
Kim Hardcastle, Acting Director of Human Resources
Bryan Reyes, Chief of Police
Peter Brown, Attorney
Employee Organizations: Management Association of Palm Springs
Palm Springs Firefighters Association
Palm Springs Fire Management
Palm Springs Police Management Association
Palm Springs Police Officers Association
Public Employees Association of Palm Springs
All Unrepresented Employees
Assistant City Attorney Hull reported that the City Council received briefings and provided
direction to staff regarding the agendized Closed Session Items but did not take any reportable
action.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY:
The following residents spoke in opposition to Item 1B, modifications to the road closure gates on
Fiesta Road, Rodeo Road, Vaquero Road, and Opuntia Road:
• Brian Beneat
• David Dunn
• Rico Barbosa
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• Yuca Hung
• Edwin Martinedes
• Carla Bernal
• Phillip Zamudio
• Richard Codanti
• Raghda Zacharia
• Paul Sokoloff
• Raghda Zacharia
• Bill Sanderson
• John Sigler
• David Yun
• Rick Matacio
• Rosemarie Rizzo-Tolk
Diane Blasdel, speaking on Item 1B, Attorney, urged the City Council to take no action on the
road closure gates until such time as the City and her clients can address significant legal issues.
Peter East, speaking on Item 1B, summarized the history of the El Mirador neighborhood
organization; spoke on efforts to expand their neighborhood boundaries to includes residents on
Chuckwalla Road and Cottonwood Road.
Sabastian De Kleer, speaking on Item 1B, stated that he is a resident on the north side of the subject
gates; voiced support for opening the gates to allow pedestrian and bicyclist access; noted that the
neighborhood conditions have changed over time and access should be granted.
Stephen Moses, speaking on Item 1F, suggested that the City complete that partial-constructed
building for low-income housing.
CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND
REPORTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Middleton reported on the activities of the Cal Cities Board of Directors, noting
their unanimous approval of the Revenue and Taxation Policy Committee recommendations;
apologized to the deaf community for the City’s failure to provide captioning during the Human
Rights Commission Awards Ceremony.
Councilmember Garner reported on upcoming events and activities to celebrate Black History
Month.
Councilmember Woods encouraged residents to provide comments to the Architectural Advisory
Committee regarding a proposed way-finding program.
Councilmember Kors reported on his activities with the California Mayors Coalition and the
Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau; commended Mayor Pro Tem Middleton
for her leadership with Cal Cities.
City Manager Ready displayed a photo of the newly installed street signs for Lawrence Crossley
Road.
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1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER,
CARRIED 5-0, to approve the consent calendar, with the removal of Item No. 1B for separate
discussion.
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilmember Garner noted a correction to the minutes, clarifying that she requested
basketball hoops be repaired at all City parks.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of November 12
and December 10, 2020, as amended.
B. APPROVAL TO MODIFY THE ROAD CLOSURE GATES ON FIESTA ROAD,
RODEO ROAD, VAQUERO ROAD, AND OPUNTIA ROAD LOCATED SOUTH
OF CHUCKWALLA ROAD
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to Page 8 of these minutes
for a summary of that action.
C. AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO AMERICAN ASPHALT
SOUTH, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$1,820,954; AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE A
PURCHASE ORDER WITH 'ON-CALL' PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND
INSPECTION FIRMS FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $150,000 FOR THE
2020 SLURRY SEAL (RE-BID), CITY PROJECT NO 20-02
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Award a construction contract to American Asphalt South, Inc., a California
corporation, in the amount of $1,820,954 for the 2020 Slurry Seal (Re-Bid),
City Project No. 20-02. A8681
2. Authorize the City Manager to approve a purchase order in an amount not to exceed
$150,000 with 'on-call' firms for construction management and inspection services.
3. Delegate authority to the City Manager to approve and execute construction contract
change orders up to $40,000 with all change orders reported to the City Council.
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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D. APPROVAL OF RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITION AGREEMENT WITH
WARRIOR GOLF, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY,
ASSOCIATED WITH THE RAMON ROAD AND BRIDGE WIDENING
PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 08-25, FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. BHLS
5282(040); APN 677-420-023
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Right-of-Way Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property Interest,
Temporary Construction Easement, and Escrow Instructions, in the amount of
$1,241,744 with Warrior Golf, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company. A8682
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, open escrow, and pay
for escrow and title costs associated with the right-of-way acquisitions.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Quitclaim Deed or such other documents as
necessary to transfer the real property interests to the City of Cathedral City upon
completion of the Project.
E. APPROVE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT TO REIMBURSE U.S.
CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION FOR COSTS RELATED TO
PROVIDING COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)
EQUIPMENT AND RECURRING SERVICES AT PALM SPRINGS
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve the supplemental Memorandum of Agreement to reimburse U.S. Customs and
Border Protection in the amount of $65,487.40 to upgrade the IT equipment in 2021,
with estimated out year recurring annual costs of $12,892.20. A4695
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
F. APPROVAL OF AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE DEMOLITION OF
PARTIALLY DECONSTRUCTED BUILDINGS ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 1875 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, CITY PROJECT 21-03
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids for the demolition of the partially
deconstructed buildings located on 1875 North Palm Canyon Drive (APN 504-310- 027),
City Project 21-03.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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G. ACCEPTANCE OF CITY YARD CHILLER REPLACEMENT, CITY PROJECT
NO. 19-21
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Accept the public works improvement identified as City Yard Chiller Replacement,
City Project No. 19-21, as completed in accordance with the plans and specifications.
2. Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file for recordation with the Riverside
County Recorder a Notice of Completion for City Yard Chiller Replacement,
City Project No. 19-21.
H. ACCEPTANCE OF DIGESTER NO. 2 CLEANING PROJECT AT THE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-23
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Accept the public works improvements identified in the Digester No. 2 Cleaning
Project, City Project No. 20-23, as completed in accordance with the plans and
specifications.
2. Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file for recordation with the Riverside
County Recorder a Notice of Completion for the Digester No. 2 Cleaning Project,
City Project No. 20-23.
I. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, TO PROMOTE HOUSING STABILITY AND ECONOMIC
MOBILITY FOR ALL RESIDENTS, PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR A SHARED,
CONCRETE, AND FORWARD-THINKING PLAN, AND AUTHORIZE THE
MAYOR TO SIGN THE WE WILL LIFT: REGIONAL PLEDGE FOR HOUSING
AND OPPORTUNITY
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24854 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, TO
PROMOTE HOUSING STABILITY AND ECONOMIC MOBILITY FOR ALL
RESIDENTS, PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR A SHARED, CONCRETE, AND FORWARD -
THINKING PLAN, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE WE
WILL LIFT: REGIONAL PLEDGE FOR HOUSING AND OPPORTUNITY."
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J. APPROVAL OF PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION "STOP IN THE NAME OF
LOVE" ELECTRIC BOX ART PROJECT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the Public Arts Commission "Stop in the Name of
Love" electric box art project at various locations along N. Palm Canyon Dr., N. Indian
Canyon Dr., and on Tahquitz Canyon Way at an estimated cost of $26,000 from the Public
Art Fund.
K. ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACT MEMORANDUM NO. 1 BETWEEN VEOLIA
WATER WEST OPERATING SERVICES, INC., A DELAWARE
CORPORATION, AND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS REGARDING
BIOSOLIDS SERVICES BUDGET
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file an Administrative Contract Memorandum
No. 1 between Veolia Water West Operating Services, Inc., a Delaware Corporation, and
the City of Palm Springs regarding the biosolids services budget. A6804
L. RECEIVE AND FILE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS AND O&M HR, LLC, NEXUS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION/
CENTRAL DIVISION, NDC EQUITIES DOWNTOWN PS, LLC
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file a settlement agreement between the City of
Palm Springs and O&M HR LLC., Nexus Development Corporation/Central Division,
NDC Equities Downtown PS, LLC. A8683
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
B. APPROVAL TO MODIFY THE ROAD CLOSURE GATES ON FIESTA ROAD,
RODEO ROAD, VAQUERO ROAD, AND OPUNTIA ROAD LOCATED SOUTH
OF CHUCKWALLA ROAD
Assistant City Manager Fuller narrated PowerPoint presentation and responded to City
Council inquiries.
Councilmember Kors spoke on the history of the installation of the gates, noting that renters
were not notified of the proposal and excluded from the decision-making process; voiced
support for allowing pedestrian and bicyclist access, pointing out these are public streets
and sidewalks; pointed out that vehicular access will still be restricted.
In response to City Council inquiry, Assistant City Manager Fuller noted that staff sent
notification to the area residents and hand-delivered any notices which were returned
undeliverable. Assistant City Attorney Hull noted that staff’s notification to residents is
above the law’s requirements, opining that the subject matter only needs to be placed on a
publicly noticed agenda.
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In response to City Council inquiry, Police Chief Reyes spoke on the number of crime
incidents during the late 1980s and early 1990s when the subject gates were installed;
pointed out a significant decrease in area crime over the years.
In response to City Council inquiry, Assistant City Attorney Hull advised that CC&Rs
where historically used as a tool to segregate ethnicities, noting that the Civil Rights Act
and additional legislation invalidated such restrictions.
Councilmember Garner stated that she does not support gated communities in Palm Springs
and asserted that the subject gates are a symbol of racism; pointed out that the subject
streets will remain cul-de-sacs, even with pedestrian and bicycle access.
Mayor Pro Tem Middleton noted that Palm Springs City Council has opposed most gated
communities, noting that gates often provide a false perception of security; thanked One -
PS and the El Mirador Neighborhood for their assistance in reaching out to the community.
Mayor Holstege noted that it is the City Council’s policy and preference for open street
rather than gated communities; spoke on the importance of all residents having access to
public streets.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve modification of the road closure gates installed across Fiesta Road,
Rodeo Road, Vaquero Road, and Opuntia Road located south of Chuckwalla Road to
provide for pedestrian and bicycle access.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute contracts for the modification of the road
closure gates and construction of new sidewalk improvements as necessary in an
amount not to exceed $50,000.
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. AN APPLICATION BY ROSWITHA KIMA SMALE, OWNER, FOR CLASS 1
(LANDMARK) HISTORIC RESOURCE DESIGNATION OF "THE HENRY
PEARSON RESIDENCE" LOCATED AT 573 NORTH CAHUILLA ROAD
(APN #505-311-001), CASE HSPB #131
Director of Development Services Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded
to City Council inquires.
Mayor Holstege opened and closed the Public Hearing, there being no one desiring to speak.
Following discussion, MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24855 entitled,
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING ''THE HENRY PEARSON RESIDENCE" LOCATED
AT 573 NORTH CAHUILLA ROAD AS CLASS 1 (LANDMARK) HISTORIC
RESOURCE HSPB #131, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS (APN 505-311-001)."
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3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
A. FISCAL YEAR 2020/2021 MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW
Assistant City Manager Fuller narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to City
Council inquiries.
City Council discussion ensued regarding the encouraging financial forecast and the need
to be cautious as it relates to the City’s reserves.
Councilmember Garner spoke on the need to move forward with street imp rovements;
suggested that the City Council address deferred maintenance at City parks and the
possibility of a BMX park, Whitewater Park, additional sports programming, and a small
pavilion in the northern area of Palm Springs.
Councilmember Kors spoke on the need for strategic planning and reaching out to residents
for their suggestions and ideas; agreed with the need to improve existing parks, noting that
a comprehensive parks plan would be beneficial.
Mayor Holstege discussed the importance of investing in street maintenance and additional
investments in the future of the City.
MOTION BY MAYOR HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS,
CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Amend the FY 20-21 Budget to increase General Fund budgeted revenue by
$8,356,781 to $97,848,772 and to increase Measure J Capital Fund budgeted revenue
by $2,142,391 to $11,069,513.
2. Amend the FY 20-21 Allocated Positions and Compensation Plan, revising the "Frozen
and Unfunded" allocated position list to identify two (2) additionally funded positions:
Information Technology Technician and Occupational Health & Safety Specialist.
3. Amend the FY 20-21 Budget to appropriate $230,000 from unrestricted General Fund
balance for personnel costs.
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B. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) 2021-2022 ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN AND BUDGET DISCUSSION
Director of Community and Economic Development Virata narrated a PowerPoint
presentation and responded to City Council inquiries.
Councilmember Garner recommended moving forward with the Demuth Park restroom
project and HVAC project prior to the playground resurfacing project.
Following discussion, the City Council concurred with the staff recommendations for the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan and Budget for the
2021-2022 Fiscal Year, as outlined in the staff report on file with the City Clerk.
MEETING RECESS
The City Council recessed at 8:10 p.m. and reconvened at 8:20 p.m., with all members present.
C. AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH CARBON SOLUTIONS GROUP TO
UPGRADE AND EXPAND THE CITY'S ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) CHARGING
INFRASTRUCTURE AND AUTHORIZE THE OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY
TO SPEND UP TO $110,000 TO SUPPORT INSTALLATION OF LEVEL II
CHARGING STATIONS AS PART OF THE EXPANSION EFFORT, CITY
PROJECT CP 19-11
Sustainability Manager Patrick Tallarico narrated PowerPoint presentation. In response to
City Council inquires, Mr. Tallarico noted that there are limited model programs similar to
what is being proposed and conveyed that he believes there are sufficient protections and
relatively low financial risks to the City under this proposal; advised that the existing
charging stations could be relocated to Demuth Park or other areas of the City to test
whether charging stations are needed; stated that the damaged charging station at Desert
Highlands Park will be repaired and additional stations will be installed during a future
expansion phase.
City Manager Ready noted that the proposal will expand the number of charging stations
available in the City and does not require the investment of City dollars; pointed out that
the vendor will need to charge appropriate fees to recoup their investment dollars over
time; stated that this is not an exclusive agreement and the City may enter into deals with
other vendors in the future.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER WOODS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Authorize Electric Vehicle Charging Station License Agreement with Carbon
Solutions Group to design and install EV charging stations at various locations across
the City. Carbon Solutions Group was selected from among 11 respondents to a request
for proposal (CP 19-11) issued in July 2020. A8684
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2. Authorize the City to enter into a 10-year agreement with Carbon Solutions Group to
operate and maintain the EV charging equipment that they install as part of this lease
agreement.
3. Authorize a Purchase Order to Carbon Solutions Group in an amount not to exceed
$110,000 to cover costs associated with Level II charging stations and allow for an
additional unit if needed.
4. Authorize City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
D. VERBAL REPORT COMPENSATION AND APPROVAL OF CITY MANAGER
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
Assistant City Attorney Hull verbally reported a summary of compensation as identified in
the Employment Agreement, on file with the City Clerk.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
WOODS, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the Employment Agreement appointing Justin
Clifton as City Manager, effective April 5, 2021, and setting compensation and other terms
of employment. A8680
E. APPROVAL OF FIVE-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CAPITAL ONE
PUBLIC FUNDING, LLC, FOR ACQUISITION OF FOURTEEN FORD
INTERCEPTORS AND FIVE FORD EXPLORERS FOR THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT
City Manager Ready presented the staff report and responded to City Council inquiries.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
MIDDLETON, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24856 entitled, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN
EQUIPMENT LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, ESCROW AGREEMENT, AND
CERTAIN RELATED DOCUMENTS WITH RESPECT TO LEASING CERTAIN
EQUIPMENT." A8685
PUBLIC COMMENT:
City Clerk Mejia read letters from the following individuals as an ADA accommodation; the letters
stated that they are concerned that Ron deHarte utilized and overworked student ASL interpreters
for past Gay Pride events; voiced disappointment that the Human Rights Commission Awards
Ceremony did not include captioning and suggested that the Commission Chair be removed and
that the Human Rights Commission issue an apology to the deaf community:
• Brandon Barela
• Patrick Veal
• Butch Vexler
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CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA
DEVELOPMENT:
Councilmember Kors requested that discussion regarding campaign finance laws and the
polystyrene ordinance be agendized for a City Council meeting in March 2021.
Councilmember Garner requested that staff email the City Council regarding the set-up of live
transcription and language interpretation via Zoom.
Mayor Pro Tem Middleton, on behalf of City Council, apologized to the deaf community and
encouraged staff to check, before each meeting, to ensure communication systems are in place.
Mayor Holstege requested that consideration of an ordinance enacting “hero pay” be agendized
for an upcoming City Council meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
The City Council adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Anthony J. Mejia, MMC
City Clerk
APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL: 04/08/2021