HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-04-22 CC MINUTESThursday, April 22, 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 Pro Tem
Middleton on Thursday, April 22, 2021, at 5:35 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Pro Tem Middleton led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Grace Elena Garner, Geoff Kors, Dennis Woods; and Mayor Pro
Tem Lisa Middleton
Absent: Mayor Christy Holstege
City Staff
Present: Justin Clifton, City Manager; Jeffrey Ballinger, 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:
• PROCLAMATION REGARDING NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS’ WEEK
Mayor Pro Tem Middleton read a Proclamation declaring the April 18-24, 2021, National
Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
• COVID-19 CASE UPDATE
Emergency Management Coordinator DeSelms presented an update on COVID-19 cases
in Palm Springs and Riverside County.
• COVID-19 WASTEWATER TREATMENT UPDATE
Assistant City Manager Fuller presented an update on wastewater COVID-19 testing.
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• EARTH DAY PRESENTATIONS
Sustainability Manager Tallarico provided a update on Earth Day activities and
accomplishments.
• PALM SPRINGS HOTEL, FORMERLY THE ANDAZ HOTEL
Rob Bernheimer and Donald Braun, representing the Hall Group, narrated a PowerPoint
presentation summarizing their efforts to resume construction of the former Andaz Hotel
project; noted that the project is estimated to be completed in December 2022.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER WOODS,
CARRIED 4-0, to remove Consent Calendar Item No. 1L for separate discussion and the removal
of Item Nos. 1J and 1N from the agenda.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The Regular Closed Session of the City Council of April 22, 2021, was called to order by Mayor
Pro Tem Middleton at 3:30 p.m., with all members present except Mayor Holstege.
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):
Russell Manning v. City of Palm Springs
Case No. PSC 1704634
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – MATTERS CREATING SIGNIFICANT
EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):
Four (4) 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 three (3) matters the City Council has decided
or may decide to initiate litigation.
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CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
City Negotiator: Justin Clifton, 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
City Attorney Ballinger 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:
Ubaldo Boido, speaking on Item 1H, spoke on his experience with a friend who died from AIDS
and could not afford medications; voiced support for Assembly Bill 1400.
Maribel Nunez, speaking on Items 1H and 4A, urged the City Council to support Assembly Bill
1400 and Inclusionary Housing requirements.
Gretchen Gutierrez, Desert Valley Builders Association, speaking on Item 4A, voiced concerns
related to an inclusionary housing requirement and urged the City Council to work with the
building industry to resolve potential negative impacts.
Mark Laue, Action Park Alliance, speaking on Item 5B, spoke on the benefits of his company
operating the skate park.
Lisa Wherry, speaking on Item 5C, voiced support for allowing outdoor entertainment.
Julie Montante, speaking on Item 5C, urged the City Council to support allowing outdoor
entertainment.
Jeffrey Bernstein, speaking on Item 1L, recommended that the City Council expand the business
assistance program, identify priority business types, extend the application deadline, and assist
with completing the application.
Victor Delgado, speaking on Item 5B, expressed support for Action Park Alliance continuing to
operate the skate park.
Tareef Talala, speaking on Item 5C, conveyed support for allowing outdoor entertainment and
suggested that the City Council review its noise ordinance.
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Will Stiles, speaking on Item 5B, voiced support for Action Park Alliance continuing to operate
the skate park
Travis Armstrong, speaking on Item 1E, opined that naming of the dog park should be considered
by the Parks and Recreation Commission to seek additional community input.
David Murphy, speaking on Item 2A, voiced concern that the Well in the Desert uses an outdated
model that enables negative behaviors; asserted that the former Boxing Club is not a suitable
location for the Well in the Desert, suggesting that Gene Autry and Ramon would be a preferred
location.
Alma Serrano, speaking on Item 2A, voiced concern that residents feel unsafe in their
neighborhood due to the impacts of the Well in the Desert.
Lonnie Landers, speaking on Item 2A, spoke in opposition to the Well in the Desert remaining in
its current location.
Jeff Hocker, speaking on Item 5C, encouraged the City Council to support allowing live
entertainment outdoors.
CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND
REPORTS:
Councilmember Kors reported on his attendance at various meetings; requested that staff agendize
discussion of design guidelines for parklets prior to June 15, 2021.
Councilmember Garner spoke on the vigil for George Floyd hosted by the Black History
Committee and United Methodist Church.
Councilmember Woods encouraged residents to download the City ‘app’ to report problems and
concerns to the City online.
Mayor Pro Tem Middleton reported on her attendance at the SunLine Transit Agency and
CalPERS Board Meetings.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS,
CARRIED 4-0, to approve the consent calendar, with the removal of Item No. 1L for separate
discussion.
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of March 11, 2021.
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B. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24879 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS DISBURSEMENTS FOR THE
PERIOD ENDING 04-03-21 TOTALING $1,624,471.30 AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS DATED 04-01-21 TOTALING $2,675,223.65, IN THE AGGREGATE
AMOUNT OF $4,299,694.95, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA."
C. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZATION TO
RELEASE SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT SECURITIES FOR THE "64@RIV -
THE RIV, LP, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP," TRACT MAP 37210
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24880 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS
ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT MAP 37210 AND AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF
SECURITIES REQUIRED BY THE SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
WITH THE RIV, LP, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2000 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, IN SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP
4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST."
D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTERS 10.04 AND 10.24 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE
ADDING REGULATIONS FOR BREEDING PERMITS
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 2044 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
CHAPTERS 10.04 AND 10.24 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING
REGULATIONS FOR BREEDING PERMITS."
E. APPROVAL TO DEDICATE AND RE-NAME THE PALM SPRINGS DOG PARK
IN HONOR OF FORMER CITY MANAGER DAVID H. READY
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to approve the dedication and installation of a plaque to name the
Palm Springs Dog Park in honor of former City Manager, David H. Ready., Ph.D., Esq.
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F. APPROVE PROCUREMENT OF DELL SERVERS, SOFTWARE AND STORAGE
SYSTEMS
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to:
1. Approve the purchase of three Dell servers, including licensing, support, storage, and
installation in an amount not-to-exceed $627,826 inclusive of all applicable taxes and
fees, utilizing the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO)
ValuePoint national cooperative purchase contract MNWNC- 108/7157034003 from
Dell.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
G. AUTHORIZE CITY TO ISSUE LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR SENATE BILL 612 -
ELECTRICAL CORPORATIONS AND OTHER LOAD-SERVING ENTITIES:
ALLOCATION OF LEGACY RESOURCES
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to support Senate Bill 612 and authorize the City to sign letters of
support and advocate for its approval.
H. RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR ASSEMBLY BILL 1400, GUARANTEED
HEALTH CARE FOR ALL
Mayor Pro Tem Middleton noted her abstention due to serving on the CalPERS Board of
Directors.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 3-0 (MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON ABSTAINING), to adopt
Resolution No. 24881 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS SUPPORT FOR
ASSEMBLY BILL 1400, GUARANTEED HEAL TH CARE FOR ALL."
I. LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR ASSEMBLY BILL 1169, CA AIMS (ASL
INTERPRETERS IN MEDICAL SETTINGS)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to authorize the issuance of a letter of support to the author(s) of
Assembly Bill 1169, CA AIMS (ASL Interpreters in Medical Settings).
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J. REQUEST BY SECONDARY SOURCE PRODUCTIONS, DBA REFORMA PALM
SPRINGS FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY
("PCN") FOR A TYPE 48 ALCOHOL LICENSE FOR ON PREMISES SALE AND
CONSUMPTION OF BEER, WINE AND DISTILLED SPIRITS IN
CONJUNCTION WITH A NIGHTCLUB/ COCKTAIL LOUNGE AND
RESTAURANT USE LOCATED AT 333 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, A
CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE; ZONE CBD (CASE 5.1524 PCN)
This item was deleted from the agenda.
K. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN ADDING THREE
INDUSTRIAL TECHNICIANS AND TRANSFERRING THE HUMAN
RESOURCES MANAGER POSITION OUT OF THE MANAGEMENT UNIT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24882 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND
COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021, ADOPTED BY
RESOLUTION NO. 24434."
L. PALM SPRINGS COVID-19 SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
UPDATE
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to Page 8 of these minutes
for a summary of that action.
M. CLARIFICATION OF TERMS OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH CHANDLER ASSET MANAGEMENT, INC., FOR NON-
DISCRETIONARY PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to:
1. Approve an increase in funding for the Professional Services Agreement for Non-
Discretionary Portfolio Advisory Services with Chandler Asset Management Inc., a
California Corporation, based on the contractual basis points estimated at a total
amount of $390,000 ($130,000 per year) for the initial three-year term, with two one-
year optional renewals at the City's discretion.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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N. APPROVAL OF PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION TEMPORARY WINDOW ART
PROJECT
This item was deleted from the agenda.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
L. PALM SPRINGS COVID-19 SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
UPDATE
Community & Economic Development Director Virata presented the staff report and
responded to City Council inquiries.
Following discussion, MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER WOODS, CARRIED 4-0, to approve the following businesses for
participation in the COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program:
1. Nicki A’s Salon, A8776
2. Nubia Aparicio Skin Care, A8777
3. Rick’s Desert Grill, A8778
4. Alika Rocks, A8779
5. Andecor, A8780
6. The Studio, A8781
7. Gottling Gallery, A8782
8. Rubine Red Gallery, A8783
9. Smoke Tree Greetings, A8784
10. ArtFX, A8785
11. Canyon Rose Boutique, A8824
12. Music Box & Clock Shoppe, A8787
13. Desert of Hats, A8788
14. Bearfoot Inn, Inc., A8789
15. Palm Springs Dance Academy, A8790
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. CITY COUNCIL REVIEW OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ISSUED FOR
WELL IN THE DESERT, LOCATED AT 441 SOUTH CALLE ENCILIA, LSC
ZONE (CASE 5.1419 CUP) (Continued from 3/25/2021)
Development Services Director Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation. In response to
City Council inquiries, Police Chief Reyes stated that if the Well in the Desert is relocated
the City should set clear expectations to prevent loitering and require periodic updates on
outcomes; spoke on the need for additional security, fencing, and lighting at the former
Boxing Club.
In response to City Council inquiries, Ms. Rosenthal clarified that homeless individuals are
not denied access to food, even if they are barred from entering the Well in the Desert;
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stated that the Well in the Desert will partner with Martha’s Village and Kitchen for
housing and support services.
During the course of discussion, the City Council agreed that: 1) the former Boxing Club
is appropriate as a temporary location for the Well in the Desert, but the City should
continue to work towards a long-term, holistic solution to the homelessness crisis; and 2)
the Well in the Desert needs to collaborate with Martha’s Village and Kitchen for
wraparound services and collection of outcome data.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to revoke the Conditional Use Permit as of June 30, 2021, and
direct staff to bring back an agreement, send notice to neighbors, and return to City Council
for a final decision to move to the former Boxing Club with possible build-out and
relocation to a site to be determined.
MEETING RECESS
The City Council recessed at 8:30 p.m. and returned at 8:40 p.m. with all members present.
B. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) 2021-2022 ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN (AAP) AND BUDGET ADOPTION HEARING AND
AUTHORIZATION FOR SUBMISSION TO THE UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT, FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR 2021-2022 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM,
47TH PROGRAM YEAR; AND, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE ALL NECESSARY AGREEMENTS
Community & Economic Development Director Virata presented the staff report and
responded to City Council inquiries.
Mayor Pro Tem Middleton opened and closed the Public Hearing, seeing no one desiring
to speak.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24883 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE 2021-2022 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
(CDBG) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN; APPROVING THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022 IN THE
AMOUNT OF $540,416; AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF THE PLAN AND
BUDGET TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN
DEVELOPMENT (HUD); AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE APPROVAL / AGREEMENT WITH HUD - GRANT # B-21-MC-06-
0561 IN THE AMOUNT OF $425,116 AND TO EXECUTE THE SUBRECIPIENT
AGREEMENTS."
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
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4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
A. INCLUSIONARY HOUSING PROGRAM
City Attorney Ballinger presented the staff report.
Following discussion, the City Council directed staff to evaluate the feasibility of enacting
an inclusionary housing program, noting the importance of integrating affordable housing
with market rate housing, developing affordable rental units, providing an in-lieu option,
and working with the Planning Commission and the building industry on potential impacts.
B. REVIEW DESIGN CONCEPT AND PROVIDE DIRECTION ON THE PALM
CANYON DRIVE / INDIAN CANYON DRIVE / CAMINO PAROCELA TRAFFIC
ROUND-ABOUT, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-03
City Engineer Montalvo presented the staff report and displayed a video of the proposed
roundabout concept.
The City Council directed staff to develop a communication plan to seek community input
on the landscape plan, lighting, art installations and to inform the public about the use of
the roundabout and pedestrian crossings.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER WOODS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to direct staff to move forward with the construction drawings for
the Palm Canyon Drive/ Indian Canyon Drive/ Camino Parocela Traffic Round -About,
City Project No. 20-03.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
A. FISCAL YEAR 2020/2021 THIRD-QUARTER BUDGET REVIEW AND END OF
FISCAL YEAR ESTIMATE
Assistant City Manager Fuller narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to City
Council inquiries.
Following discussion, MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER KORS, CARRIED 4-0, to:
1. Amend the FY 20-21 Budget to:
a. Increase General Fund budgeted revenue by $20,232,881.
b. Increase Measure J Fund budgeted revenue by $4,968,321.
c. Cancel $2,800,000 transfer from Measure J Fund to General Fund.
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2. Amend the FY 20-21 Allocated Positions and Compensation Plan revising the "Frozen
and Unfunded" allocated position list to fund 18 positions currently vacant due to the
reduction in force implemented in FY 19-20.
3. Amend the FY 20-21 Budget to appropriate an additional $8,000,000 for various
expenditures.
B. PRELIMINARY OVERVIEW OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2021/2022 GENERAL
FUND BUDGET
Assistant City Manager Fuller presented the staff report. In response to City Council
inquiry, Mr. Fuller advised that staff will return with information about the hiring of City
Council Interns, Legislative Analyst, and a lobbying firm.
The City Council discussed the need for more business assistance programs, working with
business associations to create events that stimulate the local economy, pursuing a tax
increment program to finance infrastructure, economic development, and affordable
housing and requested that staff provide an analysis on the benefits of membership with
the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership (CVEP).
The City Council further discussed and provided direction to staff regarding the restoration
of funding for park maintenance and recreational programs, operations of the skate park,
street repairs, filling vacant positions, hiring additional code enforcement officers, and
evaluating the City’s communication plan.
C. DISCUSSION OF TEMPORARY OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT
Director of Development Services Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded
to City Council inquiries.
Following discussion, MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, CARRIED 4-0, to allow temporary outdoor
entertainment until bars and restaurants can use 100% of indoor space.
D. REVIEW OF WASTEWATER FINANCIAL PLAN AND RATE STUDY,
APPROVAL OF THE 2021 WASTEWATER CAPITAL REHABILITATION AND
REPAIR PLAN, AND REDUCTION OF EXISTING SEWER FACILITY FEES
Assistant City Manager Fuller presented the staff report. In response to City Council
inquiry, Mr. Fuller explained the process for requesting the installation of sewer lines.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 4-0, to:
1. Approve the 2021 Wastewater Capital Rehabilitation and Repair Plan.
2. Amend the FY 20-21 Allocated Positions and Compensation Plan revising the "Frozen
and Unfunded" allocated position list to fund a Senior Civil Engineer position allocated
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to the Wastewater Fund solely responsible for administering the 2021 Wastewater
Capital Rehabilitation and Repair Plan.
3. Adopt Resolution No. 24884 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION
NO. 21622 AND ADOPTING A REDUCTION IN THE SEWER FACILITY FEE
ASSESSED ON NEW CONSTRUCTION."
4. Schedule a public hearing for May 27, 2021 for consideration of new Sewer Street
Main Charges for residential areas without sewer service to establish a voluntary
program of extending new public sewers to neighborhoods requesting extension of
sewer service.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Jeremy Wittie, Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District, provided an update on
the activities of the District.
CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA
DEVELOPMENT:
Councilmember Kors requested that staff agendize consideration of issuing a Request for
Proposals for use of the Housing Homeless and Assistance Program (HHAP) Grant Funds.
ADJOURNMENT:
The City Council adjourned at 11:32 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Anthony J. Mejia, MMC
City Clerk
APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL: 09/09/2021