HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-07-08 CC MINUTESThursday, July 8, 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 , July 8, 2021, at 5:45 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: Justin Clifton, City Manager; Jeffrey Ballinger, City Attorney; 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 RECOGNIZING JUNE 19, 2021, AS JUNETEENTH
PRESENTED TO THE PALM SPRINGS BLACK HISTORY COMMITTEE
• PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING PARKS AND RECREATION
PROFESSIONALS’ DAY PRESENTED TO THE PALM SPRINGS PARKS AND
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
• UPDATE ON THE COACHELLA VALLEY VECTOR CONTROL AND
MOSQUITO CONTROL DISTRICT’S AERIAL MOSQUITO CONTROL
APPLICATION
MEETING RECESS
The City Council recessed at 6:00 p.m. and returned at 6:07 p.m. with all members present.
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ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER,
CARRIED 5-0, to accept the agenda as presented.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The Regular Closed Session of the City Council of July 8, 2021, was called to order by Mayor
Holstege at 3:30 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):
Russell Manning v. City of Palm Springs
Case No. PSC 1704634 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):
Two (2) 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 two (2) matters the City Council has decided
or may decide to initiate litigation.
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR, Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8:
Property Description: 225 El Cielo Road, Palm Springs, CA (aka “Boxing Club”
property)
Agency: City of Palm Springs
City Negotiator: Justin Clifton, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Well in the Desert, CVAG, & Martha’s Kitchen
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Property Description: Tahquitz Golf Resort & Legends Golf Course
Agency: City of Palm Springs
City Negotiator: Flinn Fagg, Director of Development Services
Negotiating Parties: Trust for Public Lands
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
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Property Description: Portion of Airport Property, APN 502-100-030, Palm Springs
Portion of Airport Property, 2901 E. Alejo Rd., Palm Springs
Agency: City of Palm Springs
City Negotiator: Justin Clifton, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Coachella Valley Economic Partnership, Garland
Commercial Group, on behalf of Palm Springs Aviation
Academy
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section
54957:
Employee: City Attorney
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; noted
that the City Council discussed the Tahquitz Canyon Golf Course and is committed to a full and
public process before any decision is made regarding the disposition of the property.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY:
Renee Brown, speaking on Item No. 5A, supported issuing parking permits for Downtown area
employees.
William Schlanger, speaking on Item No. 5B, voiced support for the Coachella Valley Economic
Partnership (CVEP) and the Palm Springs Innovation Hub (iHub).
Bear Simerson, speaking on Item No. 5B, spoke in support of CVEP and the Palm Springs iHub.
Jeffrey Bernstein, speaking on Item No. 5D, suggested that the City conduct additional surveys
before developing design standards for outdoor merchandise.
CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND
REPORTS:
City Manager Justin Clifton spoke on the Fourth of July celebrations; encouraged residents to
attend the upcoming meeting regarding the General Plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Middleton reported on recent interviews for Boards and Commissions, noting that
the City has many outstanding candidates.
Councilmember Kors reported on his attendance at a recent Greater Palm Springs Tourism and
Conventions board meeting.
Councilmember Garner announced that the City will coordinate a community meeting to discuss
recent shootings within District 1.
Mayor Holstege reported on her attendance at various meetings and events; spoke on efforts by
Priority One Coachella Valley to attract a California State University Campus in the Coachella Valley.
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1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS,
CARRIED 5-0, to approve the consent calendar.
A. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE
PERIOD OF MAY 1 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2021
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and
Purchase Orders for the period of May 1 through June 30, 2021.
B. APPOINTMENTS TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
COMMISSION
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve the nomination of Paul Budilo, representing the City of Indian Wells, to the
Palm Springs International Airport Commission for a term ending June 30, 2023.
2. Approve the nomination of Kathleen Hughes, representing the City of La Quinta, to
the Palm Springs International Airport Commission for a term ending June 30, 2024.
C. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE REGARDING
REUSABLE FOOD SERVICE WARE AND PLASTIC WASTE REDUCTION
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 2045 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING
CHAPTER 5.87 TO TITLE 5 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING REUSABLE FOOD SERVICE WARE AND PLASTIC WASTE
REDUCTION."
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D. AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO ELECNOR BELCO ELECTRIC
INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $317,838 AND APPROVE AN AGREEMENT IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $63,100 WITH RT ENGINEERING & ASSOCIATES
FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FLASHING BEACON, FEDERAL-AID
PROJECT NO. HSIPL-5282(048), CITY PROJECT NO. 16-19
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Award a construction contract to Elecnor Belco Electric Inc., a California corporation,
in the amount of $317,838 for the installation of a Flashing Beacon, Federal-Aid Project
No. HSIP-5282(048), City Project No. 16-19. A8897
2. Award a professional services agreement with RT Engineering & Associates, Inc., in
an amount not to exceed $63,100 for construction management, inspection and material
testing services for the Project. A8898
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
E. ACCEPTANCE OF THE GYM FLOOR REPLACEMENT AT THE JAMES O.
JESSIE DESERT HIGHLAND UNITY CENTER, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-26
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Accept the new gym floor replacement and associated improvements as identified as
the Gym Floor Replacement at the James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center, City
Project 20-26 as completed.
2. Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file for recordation with the Riverside
County Recorder a Notice of Completion for the Gym Floor Replacement at the James
O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center, City Project No. 20-26.
F. REQUEST BY DELFIN (DANNY) P. CASTRO, JR., OWNER, FOR APPROVAL
OF A MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT
FOR 119 EAST TWIN PALMS DRIVE, A CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE IN THE
ROYAL HAWAIIAN ESTATES HISTORIC DISTRICT (APN #511-070-027),
(HSPB #73 / HD-2)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of
Palm Springs and Delfin P. Castro, Jr., and the Royal Hawaiian Estates Homeowners
Association. A8899
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
3. Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.
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G. REQUEST BY HELENE VERIN, OWNER, FOR APPROVAL OF A MILLS ACT
HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR 231 EAST TWIN
PALMS DRIVE, A CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE IN THE ROYAL HAWAIIAN
ESTATES HISTORIC DISTRICT (APN #511-070-014), (HSPB #73 / HD-2)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of
Palm Springs and Helene Verin, and the Royal Hawaiian Estates Homeowners
Association. A8900
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
3. Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.
H. REQUEST BY JAMES RODERICK LEMAIRE, II & GREGORY PAUL BODIN,
OWNERS, FOR APPROVAL OF A MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY
PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR 249 EAST TWIN PALMS DRIVE, A
CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE IN THE ROYAL HAWAIIAN ESTATES
HISTORIC DISTRICT (APN #511-070-034), (HSPB #73 / HD-2)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of
Palm Springs and James Roderick Lemaire, II and Gregory Paul Bodin, and the Royal
Hawaiian Estates Homeowners Association. A8901
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
3. Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.
I. REQUEST BY KELLY AND ROBERT KAPLAN, OWNERS, FOR APPROVAL OF
A MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR
“THE SUTTER RESIDENCE”, A CLASS 2 HISTORIC SITE, LOCATED AT 1207
CALLE DE MARIA (APN #508-403-002), (HSPB #133)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of
Palm Springs and Kelly and Robert Kaplan. A8902
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
3. Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.
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J. ADOPTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR MUTUAL AID IN FIRE AND
EMERGENCY SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FIRE
DEPARTMENT AND MARCH AIR RESERVE BASE
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve the Mutual Aid Agreement between the City and the March Air Reserve Base.
A8903
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
K. EARLY LUMP SUM ANNUAL PAYMENT TO CALPERS TOWARDS RETIREE
UNFUNDED ACCRUED LIABILITY (UAL)
In response to City Council inquiry, City Attorney Ballinger confirmed Mayor Pro Tem
Middleton does not have a conflict of interest related to her position on the CalPERS Board
and may participate in the vote.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the report on the early lump sum annual payment
to CalPERS towards retiree unfunded accrued liability.
L. APPROVE THE DONATION OF A 1999 INTERNATIONAL WATER TENDER,
EQUIPMENT NO. 1WT442, TO CATHEDRAL CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Waive the surplus equipment bid and auction requirements of 7.07.020 (3) of the
Municipal Code and approve the donation of the surplus 1999 International Water
Tender, Equipment No. 1WT442, to the Cathedral City Fire Department.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
M. REQUEST BY KERRY FARMER AND YOLANDA SEABOURNE, OWNERS,
FOR APPROVAL OF A MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION
AGREEMENT FOR 243 EAST TWIN PALMS DRIVE, A CONTRIBUTING
STRUCTURE IN THE ROYAL HAWAIIAN ESTATES HISTORIC DISTRICT
(APN #511-070-017-8), (HSPB #73 / HD-2)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of
Palm Springs and Kerry Farmer, Yolanda Seabourne, and the R oyal Hawaiian Estates
Homeowners Association. A8904
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2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
3. Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.
N. AWARD A CONTRACT TO ZASUETA CONTRACTING INC., A CALIFORNIA
CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $502,486 FOR PLAYGROUND
SURFACING, CP 20-29
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. In accordance with Section 7.09.010, “Cooperative Purchasing Programs” of the Palm
Springs Municipal Code, award a contract in the amount of $502,486 to Zasueta
Contracting Inc., a California corporation, pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing
Contract #010521-SFS. A8905
2. Delegate authority to the City Manager to approve Contract Change Orders in the total
cumulative amount of 5% of the contract amount ($25,124.30).
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
O. APPROVE THE CONTRACTING SERVICES OF THE WESTERN ZEN
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve the purchase of The Western Zen Developmental Event for the Palm Springs
Fire Department and the Palm Springs Police Department.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
P. CITY COUNCIL REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE RESOLUTION
REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ISSUED FOR WELL IN THE
DESERT, LOCATED AT 441 SOUTH CALLE ENCILA, LSC ZONE (CASE 5.1419
CUP)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to approve Resolution No. 24920 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
REVOKING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CASE 5.1419 CUP) FOR THE
OPERATION OF A CHARITABLE INSTITUTION AT 441 SOUTH CALLE ENCILIA,
ZONE LSC (APN: 508-094-015)."
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2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. AN APPLICATION BY MICHAEL HORN, OWNER, FOR HISTORIC
DESIGNATION OF “THE CROCKETT RESIDENCE” LOCATED AT 590 WEST
LINDA VISTA DRIVE, (APN #513-193-014), CASE HSPB #134
Development Services Director Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to
City Council inquiries.
Mayor Holstege opened the Public Hearing.
Michael Horn, Applicant, spoke on his efforts to restore the home and urged the City
Council to approve the designation.
Steven Keylon, Palm Springs Preservation Foundation, spoke in support of the application.
There were no others desiring to speak, Mayor Holstege closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24921 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
DESIGNATING “THE CROCKETT RESIDENCE” LOCATED AT 590 WEST LINDA
VISTA DRIVE AS CLASS 1 (LANDMARK) HISTORIC RESOURCE, SUBJECT TO
CONDITIONS, HSPB #134 (APN 513-193-014).”
3. LEGISLATIVE:
A. INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING TITLE 7 “PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING” OF THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PROCUREMENT AND
CONTRACTING BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS”
City Attorney Ballinger presented the staff report and responded to City Council inquiries.
During the course of discussion, the City Council: 1) directed that the ordinance should
reflect that the City shall not enter into a contract with an entity that discriminates in the
provision of benefits; and 2) requested that staff consider ways to strengthen the provision
related to local business preference.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to introduce Ordinance No. 2049 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS , CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING TITLE 7 “PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING” OF THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PROCUREMENT AND
CONTRACTING BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,” as amended.
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4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
A. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO OFF-STREET PARKING
REQUIREMENTS
Development Services Director Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to
City Council inquiries.
Individual Councilmember(s) expressed commentary as follows. The below statements do
not necessarily reflect Council consensus:
• Parking requirements should align with community and City Council priorities and
goals.
• The City Council should provide clear direction to the Planning Commission regarding
their discretion related to parking requirements.
• There is a desire to provide more vehicle charging stations throughout the City.
• There is a desire to provide flexibility within the Zoning Code relative to parking
requirements, such as shared parking and parking waivers, for senior and low-income
housing projects.
• If parking requirements are drastically reduced, the City Council may need to evaluate
the need for parking districts to mitigate impacts on adjacent neighborhoods.
• Bicycle parking, including bicycle lockers, should be closely tied to parking
requirements.
• There is a need for more shade structure and trees in parking lots.
• Staff should evaluate the feasibility of shared parking lots based on different uses and
times, such as the high school parking lot.
• There is a desire to designate parking spaces for Downtown area employees.
• Setback requirements for shade structures against property lines should be reevaluated.
The City Council took no formal action on this item.
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B. APPROPRIATE FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000 FROM THE FISCAL
YEAR (FY) 2021-22 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS BUDGET FOR
THE INNOVATION HUB MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA
VALLEY ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP, AND APPROPRIATE FUNDING IN THE
AMOUNT OF $125,000 FROM THE FY 2021-22 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAMS BUDGET FOR THE COACHELLA VALLEY ECONOMIC
PARTNERSHIP ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE
City Manager Clifton narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to City Council
inquiries.
Individual Councilmember(s) expressed commentary as follows. The below statements do
not necessarily reflect Council consensus:
• CVEP is performing regional functions despite most of the other Coachella Valley
cities not contributing to the partnership.
• There is a need to conduct a new Economic Development Plan and evaluate the staff
levels of the City’s Economic Development Department.
• Additional information is needed regarding the economic benefits, number of companies
graduating from CVEP, and how many of those companies stayed in Palm Springs.
• There is concern that CVEP is expanding its services without adding personnel.
• There needs to be clarity on the roles of the City Council and CVEP and how they can
better support each other.
• If CVEP is to remain a regional program, there must be equitable financial
commitments from other Coachella Valley cities.
• There is a need for equitable representation on the CVEP Executive Committee.
• There is a need for an economic analysis for the General Plan, noting that the City’s
industrial areas are underutilized.
In response to City Council inquiries, Laura James, representing CVEP, reported that the
Board of Directors plays an advisory and advocacy role for the organization; advised that
a minimum $10,000 contribution is required for membership; stated that target economic
sectors include healthcare, digital technology, and cyber security; acknowledged that
companies in non-member cities have access to services; spoke on the membership and
role of the Executive Committee.
The City Council agreed to partially fund the CVEP membership fee pending additional
evaluation of the program benefits.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
MAYOR HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Appropriate funding in the amount of $200,000 from the Fiscal Year 2022 Economic
Development Programs Budget for the Innovation Hub Management Agreement with
Coachella Valley Economic Partnership.
2. Appropriate funding in the amount of $75,000 from the Fiscal Year 2022 Economic
Development Programs Budget for the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership Annual
Membership Fee, to be paid in two increments.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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MEETING RECESS
The City Council recessed at 8:53 p.m. and returned at 9:11 p.m. with all members present.
C. REDISTRICTING 2021: DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION REGARDING THE
REDISTRICTING PROCESS AND AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BEST, BEST & KRIEGER
FOR REDISTRICTING CONSULTING SERVICES
City Attorney Ballinger noted that as a partner with Best, Best & Krieger he will answer
questions from the podium, if any, noting that he will not be acting in his official capacity
as the City Attorney.
City Clerk Mejia narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to City Council
inquiries.
During the course of discussion, the City Council agreed: 1) with proceeding with a
Council-driven process and authorizing the City Clerk to form and work with a working
committee related to noticing and outreach, 2) one workshop should be held in each City
Council district; 3) notices and marketing should include recruitment for Boards and
Commissions.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Move forward with a “Council-Driven Process” and authorizing the City Clerk to establish
a resident working group to assist with community outreach.
2. Confirm the schedule of public hearings and community workshops, as amended.
3. In accordance with Palm Springs Municipal Code Section 7.04.030, “Special Expertise
Procurement,” approve a Professional Services Agreement with Best Best & Krieger
for an amount not to exceed $47,500 for redistricting consulting services. A8906
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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D. DISCUSSION OF THE OUTDOOR MERCHANDISE ORDINANCE
Development Services Director Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to
City Council inquiries.
In response to City Council inquiry, City Attorney Ballinger advised there would be a risk
exposure to the City if it allows businesses to use the public sidewalks for outdoor
merchandise displays, noting that a condition could be imposed requiring compliance with
ADA standards.
The City Council expressed concern regarding the City’s ability to ensure consistency and
enforce ADA standards; agreed that the Planning Commission should further examine the
proposal and there is a need to work with the business community and customers.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
The following individuals spoke in opposition to the placement of the Forever Marilyn statue:
• Lisa Schoenberg
• Jamie Trachtenberg
• Trina Turk
• Pilar Amaral
• Julie Rogers
• Lois Graziano
• Mark Davis
Brad Anderson, expressed concerns regarding the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control
District.
Mayor Holstege commented on the misinformation being spread regarding the Forever Marilyn
statue, noting that the rhetoric is offensive and triggering.
CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA
DEVELOPMENT:
Councilmember Kors noted that Palm Springs Pride need information regarding the City’s funding
support; suggested that the City Council discuss remote access for City Council meetings after
direction is provided by the State in October.
ADJOURNMENT:
The City Council adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Anthony J. Mejia, MMC
City Clerk
APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL: 10/28/2021