HomeMy WebLinkAbout1A (01-28-21 Minutes)Thursday, January 28, 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, January 28, 2021, at 5:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Emergency Management Coordinator DeSelms led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present:
Absent:
City Staff
Present:
Councilmembers Grace Elena Gamer, Geoff Kors, Dennis Woods; Mayor Pro Tern
Lisa Middleton; and Mayor Christy Holstege
None.
David H. Ready, 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:
Tom Kirk, representing the Coachella Valley Association of Governments, narrated a PowerPoint
presentation entitled, "Flooding and Blowsand in the Western Coachella Valley."
Emergency Management Coordinator DeSelms presented an update of COVID-19 statistics
including returning to the purple tier, new cases, ICU capacity, testing and vaccinations.
Assistant City Manager Fuller presented an update of wastewater COVID-19 tests, noting
increases in the presence of the virus in wastewater and addressed sampling and testing
methodologies.
Councilmember Kors narrated slides with the results of a study by the University of California,
San Francisco, on workers at-risk for COVID-19; noted the importance of businesses
understanding the risk for essential workers in the various fields.
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ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS,
CARRIED 5-0, to remove Consent Calendar Item Nos. IM and 1 Q for separate discussion.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The Regular Closed Session of the City Council of January 28, 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)(l):
Anne Pomije v. Palm Springs,
Case No. PSC1902858, Superior Court of the State of California, County of Riverside
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -MA TIERS 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 two (2) matters the City Council has
decided or may decide to initiate litigation.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE RECRUITMENT, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957:
Employee: City Manager (Recruitment)
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR, Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8:
Property Description:
Agency:
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
City of Palm Springs
67440 Ramon Road, Cathedral City, APN: 670-444-010
City of Palm Springs
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Luis A. Avila Paz and Maria Avila
Right-of-Way Acquisition -(Price and Terms of Payment)
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Property Description:
Agency:
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
Property Description:
Agency:
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
Property Description:
Agency :
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
Property Description:
Agency:
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
Property Description:
Agency:
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
Property Description:
Agency:
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
City of Palm Springs
January 28, 2021
67470 Ramon Road, Cathedral City, APN: 677-444-013
City of Palm Springs
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Luis A. Avila and Rosario Avila
Right-of-Way Acquisition -(Price and Terms of Payment)
67603 30th Avenue, Cathedral City, APN: 677-420-023
City of Palm Springs
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Warrior Equities Golf
Right-of-Way Acquisition -(Price and Terms of Payment)
Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort & Legends Golf Course, 1885
Golf Club Drive
City of Palm Springs
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Trust for Public Lands
Price and Terms of Payment
2901 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
City of Palm Springs
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
Price and Terms of Lease Payment
3 .6 Acres at SE comer of Indian Canyon Drive and San
Rafael Road
City of Palm Springs
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Community Housing Opportunities Corporation (CHOC)
Price and Terms of Payment
Mizell Center, 480 Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
City of Palm Springs
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Wes Winter, Executive Director
Price and Terms of Lease Payment
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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
Employee Organizations:
Peter Brown, Attorney
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 Designate Representative: Lisa Middleton, Mayor Pro Tern; Dennis Woods,
Councilmember; and Sherrill Uyeda, Alliance Resource
Consulting
Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
City Attorney Ballinger announced that a contract for a new City Manager will be agendized for
the City Council meeting of February 11, 2021; 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:
David Vignolo, speaking on Item 1 Q, voiced support for the all-way stop intersection, noting that
it will improve pedestrian safety.
The following individuals, speaking on Item SB, voiced opposition to financially supporting
Desert X, noting that the organization worked with and accepted funding from Saudi Arabia,
asserting that the country is intolerant of the LGBTQ community and women:
• Bruce Hoban
• Ron DeHarte
• Kathy Weremuik
The following individuals, speaking on Item IM, urged the City Council to approve the project
based on the exterior/window treatment options presented in the staff reports:
• Ivy Bader, representing the Applicant
• Fumiko Docker, representing the Applicant
• Simone Sandoval, representing the Applicant
• Aly Dean, Applicant
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CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND
REPORTS:
Councilmember Kors reported on his attendance at recent meetings with the business community;
spoke on the National Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Mayor Pro Tern Middleton reported on the activities of the SunLine Transit Agency; announced
that Hacienda at Warm Sands was named most attractive holiday resorts for LGBTQ consumers
by Lux Life Magazine, pointing out that the hotel has kept their staff, full-paid, during the
pandemic; announced that she was selected by the Riverside County Transportation Commission
to serve on the Metrolink Board of Directors.
Councilmember Garner spoke on the importance to agendize and discuss the availability and need
for affordable housing.
Councilmember Woods noted that the County will be opening more vaccination sites for eligible
residents; encouraged residents to dispose of bulky items in an appropriate manner; noted that the
public art along Gene Autry and Vista Chino are currently under repair.
Mayor Holstege announced that she was reappointed to the League of California Cities Regional
Housing and Economic Development Committee; requested that staff agendize consideration of a
"Hero Pay" ordinance for the next City Council meeting; requested that the City Council adjourn
tonight's meeting in memory of Rob Perkins, former Palm Springs City Manager.
City Manager Ready presented an update on the renovation project at Palm Springs Airport.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS,
CARRJED 5-0, to approve the consent calendar, with the removal ofltem Nos. IM and IQ for
separate discussion.
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of December 22, 2020,
January 5, January 7, January 18, and January 21, 2021.
B. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS, AND DEMANDS
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRJED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24848 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS/ DISBURSEMENTS FOR THE
PERIOD ENDING 12-26-20 AND 01-09-21 TOTALING $3,915,554.54 AND
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WARRANTS DATED 12-23-2020 AND 01-07-21 TOTALING
$6,543,421.32, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $10,458,975.86, DRAWN ON
BANK OF AMERICA."
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C. PALM SPRINGS BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2019-20
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the Palm Springs Board of Library Trustees
Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2019-20.
D. TERM EXTENSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO MIRAGE REPRESENTATIVE
TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to extend the term of William Riesen, representing the City of
Rancho Mirage, on the Palm Springs International Airport Commission through
June 31, 2021.
E. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE
MONTHS OF NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2020
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 November 1, 2020, through December 31, 2020.
F. AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO SUPERIOR PAVEMENT
MARKINGS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$208,804 FOR THE TRAFFIC CALMING PROJECT FY20-21, CITY PROJECT
NO. 20-24
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Award a construction contract to Superior Pavement Markings, Inc., a California
corporation, in the amount of $208,804 for the Traffic Calming Project FY20-2 l, City
Project No. 20-24. A8676
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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G. APPROVAL 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 5-0, to:
1. Approve Professional Services Agreement for Non-Discretionary Portfolio Advisory
Services with Chandler Asset Management, Inc., a California Corporation, for a
maximum contract amount of $120,000 or $40,000 per year, for the initial (3) year
term, with two (2), one (1) year optional renewals at the City's discretion. A8677
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
H. APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WELLS
FARGO BANK FOR INVESTMENT CUSTODY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve Professional Services Agreement for Investment Custody Management
Services for a maximum contract amount of $30,000 or $10,000 per year, for the initial
(3) year term, with two (2), one (1) year optional renewals at the City's discretion.
A8678
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
I. RATIFYING THE ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE ACCESS LINE RATE
PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE 3.39.050 APPROVED BY
VOTERS BY MEASURE "G"
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24849 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, RATIFYING THE
ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE ACCESS LINE RATE PURSUANT TO PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE §3.39.050 APPROVED BY VOTERS BY MEASURE G."
J. RENEW AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, ON BEHALF OF
PROBATION DEPARTMENT AND POST-RELEASE ACCOUNTABILITY AND
COMPLIANCE TEAM FOR PUBLIC SAFETY REALIGNMENT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Renew an agreement with Riverside County, on behalf of its Probation Department and
Post-release Accountability and Compliance Team, through June 30, 2021. A8476
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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K. ACCEPTANCE OF INDIAN CANYON DRIVE TWO-WAY CONVERSION AND
PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS, CITY PROJECT
NO. 17-08
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Accept the public works improvement identified as Indian Canyon Drive Two-Way
Conversion and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Enhancements, City Project No. 17-08,
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 Indian Canyon Drive Two-Way
Conversion and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Enhancements, City Project No. 17-08 .
L. PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT TO UPGRADE LIBRARY'S AUTOMATED
MATERIALS HANDLING SYSTEM
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Authorize issuance of a Purchase Order in the amount of $26,749.86 to MK Solutions
of York, PA, for the purchase of seven computers, four receipt printers, upgrades to the
software, onsite service, and installation fees for the Automated Materials Handling
system. Due to the proprietary nature of the automated materials handling system, the
City Council may waive the competitive requirements of the Procurement Ordinance
and award a Sole Source purchase to MK Solutions pursuant to the provisions of
7.04.020 of the Municipal Code.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
M. REQUEST BY PENCIL BOX ARCHITECTS, INC., ON BEHALF OF THE 420
LOUNGE, LLC (OBA COOKIES), FOR A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL
APPLICATION TO ALTER THE EXTERIOR OF AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL
BUILDING FOR A NEW CANNABIS DISPENSARY FACILITY LOCATED AT
777 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (APN: 505-283-008), ZONE C-1, SECTION
10, (CASE 3.229 MAA)
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to Page 11 of these
minutes for a summary of that action.
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N. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF ELEVEN (11) SHADE STRUCTURES FROM
SHADE STRUCTURES INC., A TEXAS CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$327,140 FOR THE PARK SHADE STRUCTURES, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-28
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Amend the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Budget and approve an additional appropriation of
$283,418 from the Measure J Capital Fund Balance for the Park Shade Structures, City
Project No. 20-28.
2. In accordance with Section 7.09.010 "Cooperative Purchasing Programs," of the Palm
Springs Municipal Code, authorize the purchase and installation of 11 shade structures
from Shade Structures Inc. dba USA Shade & Fabric Structures, a Texas corporation,
pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing Contract 030117-LTS, for an amount of$327,140.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
0. APPROVE LEASE AMENDMENT NO. 4 WITH THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND
OF CAHUILLA INDIANS, FOR USE OF THE CITY OWNED VISITOR CENTER
LOCATED AT 2901 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE FOR THE PURPOSE OF
PROMOTING TOURISM
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve Lease Amendment No. 4 between the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
and the City of Palm Springs for non-exclusive use of the City-owned Visitor Center
at 2901 North Palm Canyon Drive for the purpose of promoting tourism. A5917
2. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the amendment.
P. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO CONSULTING SERVICES
AGREMEENT WITH SLOAN VAZQUEZ MCAFEE
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Consulting Services Agreement with Sloan Vazquez
McAfee, in substantially to form as on file with the Office of the City Clerk. A7165
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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Q. APPROVAL OF ALL-WAY STOP INTERSECTIONS ON S. PALM CANYON DR.
AT LA VERNE WAY, S. PALM CANYON DR. AT MURRAY CANYON DR., AND
LA VERNE WAY AT TOLEDO AVE., AND RELATED TRAFFIC SAFETY
IMPROVEMENTS
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to Page X of these minutes
for a summary of that action.
R. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF NEW VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3,150,000
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Authorize an expenditure not to exceed $3,150,000 to purchase new vehicles, inclusive
of outfitting and equipment costs, with an allowance for the new model year increased
costs due to pricing changes imposed by car manufacturers at the time of purchase.
2. In accordance with Section 7.09.010 "Cooperative Purchasing Programs," of the Palm
Springs Municipal Code, authorize issuance of Purchase Orders with 72 Hour LLC dba
National Auto Fleet Group pursuant to Cooperative Purchasing Contract 120716-NAF
for new fleet vehicles.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Capital One Public Funding term sheet,
accepting the interest rate and other terms and conditions of their offer to finance the
acquisition of 14 Ford Interceptors and 5 Ford Explorers for the Police Department at
an initial cost of $940,969.79 for a term of 5 years at an interest rate of 1.5%.
4. Authorize the preparation of financial documents relating to the financing of the 14
Ford Interceptors and 5 Ford Explorers for the Police Department, and schedule for
City Council approval on February 11, 2021.
5. After delivery of new vehicles, declare existing vehicles being replaced as surplus
vehicles and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sell at public auction in
accordance with Chapter 7.07 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code.
6. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
M. REQUEST BY PENCIL BOX ARCHITECTS, INC., ON BEHALF OF THE 420
LOUNGE, LLC (DBA COOKIES), FOR A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL
APPLICATION TO ALTER THE EXTERIOR OF AN EXISTING
COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR A NEW CANNABIS DISPENSARY FACILITY
LOCATED AT 777 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (APN: 505-283-008), ZONE
C-1, SECTION 10, (CASE 3.229 MAA)
In response to City Council inquiry, City Attorney Ballinger explained there is a provision
in the City's Municipal Code that prohibits smoking, inhalation, consumption, or injection
of cannabis goods from being visible from a public place; noted that these provisions do
not apply as this is only a dispensary facility and those activities will not occur onsite .
In response to City Council inquiry, Ivy Bader, representing the Applicant, spoke on the
window treatment options presented in the staff report; agreed that Option 2 is supported
by the applicant if they can proceed with opening while the metal screening is being
fabricated.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
WOODS, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the proposed exterior alterations and allow the
applicant to open the dispensary as currently configured with no opaque covering on the
front door or window to the right of the door, and with the requirement that the applicant
order and install the proposed decorative metal screens and lighting (identified as
"Option 2").
Q. APPROVAL OF ALL-WAY STOP INTERSECTIONS ON S. PALM CANYON
DR. AT LA VERNE WAY, S. PALM CANYON DR. AT MURRAY CANYON DR.,
AND LA VERNE WAY AT TOLEDO A VE., AND RELATED TRAFFIC SAFETY
IMPROVEMENTS
Mayor Pro Tern Middleton commended the neighborhood organizations for providing
feedback on the traffic improvements; requested that staff ensure there is clear directions
for drivers related to making right turns and bicycle lanes.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24850 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
ENGINEER TO ESTABLISH AN ALL-WAY STOP CONTROLLED
INTERSECTION AT SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND LA VERNE WAY,
SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND MURRAY CANYON DRIVE, AND LA
VERNE WAY AND TOLEDO A VENUE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION
12 .16.030 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE."
2. Authorize expenditure of $100,000 from the Special Gas Tax Fund for installation of
related improvements.
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2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. AN APPLICATION BY JEREMY SCOTT, OWNER, FOR CLASS 1
(LANDMARK) HISTORIC DESIGNATION OF "THE ARTHUR ELROD
RESIDENCE" LOCATED AT 2175 SOUTHRIDGE DRIVE (APN's 510-250-031
AND 510-250-026), CASE HSPB #64
Director of Development Services Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded
to City Council inquiries.
Mayor Holstege opened the Public Hearing.
Olivia White, representing the Applicant, discussed the architectural elements deserving of
historic designation and urged the City Council to adopt the resolution.
Mayor Holstege closed the Public Hearing, there being no others desiring to speak.
Mayor Holstege, Mayor Pro Tern Middleton, and Councilmember Woods announced their
ex parte communications with the applicant and site tour.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24851 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
DESIGNATING "THE ARTHUR ELROD RESIDENCE" LOCATED AT
2175 SOUTHRIDGE DRIVE, AS A CLASS 1 / LANDMARK HISTORIC RESOURCE
HSPB #64, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS (APN 510-250-031 AND 510-250-026)."
B. A RECOMMENDATION BY THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD
FOR CLASS 2 (HISTORIC MERIT) DESIGNATION OF THE PALM SPRINGS
RACQUET CLUB, A CLASS 3 HISTORIC SITE, LOCATED AT 2743 NORTH
INDIAN CANYON DRIVE (APN'S 504-040-038 AND 504-133-002), CASE HSPB #83
Mayor Holstege, Mayor Pro Tern Middleton, and Councilmembers Garner Kors, and
Woods announced their ex parte communications with the applicant and/or tour of the site.
Director of Development Services Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation. In response to
City Council inquiry, Director Fagg advised that the City Council has the option to
designate the entire site or specific buildings, structures, or objects; advised that the
applicant may relocate historic structures subject to approval by the Historic Site
Preservation Board; explained that relocation of the swimming pool and tennis court would
require that the applicant to reconstruct the features consistent with the existing design;
advised that the applicant may demolish non-contributing buildings and features.
Mayor Holstege opened the Public Hearing.
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Tim Hunter, representing the Applicant, narrated a PowerPoint presentation about the
proposed project and existing conditions; advised that the applicant desires to preserve and
honor this historically significance elements of the Racquet Club.
The following individuals spoke in support of Class 2 (Historic Merit) designation for the
Palm Springs Racquet Club:
• Peter Moruzzi
• Cindra Stolk
• Margaret Jaskowski
• Courtney Newman
• Peter Blackburn
• Julie Rogers
• Chris Nimrod
Claire Lucas, representing the Applicant, urged the City Council to designate only specific
structures and buildings rather than the entire site; discussed the rationale and logistics of
relocating the Bamboo Room, swimming pool, and tennis court.
Mayor Holstege closed the Public Hearing, there being no others desiring to speak.
In response to City Council inquiry, Director Fagg advised that the Historic Site
Preservation Board will be involved in the approval process for future development of the
site regardless of whether the entire site or portions thereof are designated. Tim Hunter,
explained that designating only specific portions of the site may help potential developers
understand their flexibility in developing the property.
The City Council discussed the importance of reducing visual blight, demolishing
dilapidated and unnecessary structures, and preparing the site for development as soon as
possible.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
MIDDLETON, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24852 entitled, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING "THE PALM SPRINGS RACQUET CLUB"
LOCATED AT 2473 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, A CLASS 2 (HISTORIC
MERIT) HISTORIC SITE, (HSPB #83), APN'S 504-040-038, AND 504-133-002,
SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS," with direction as follows:
a. The following buildings and structures are "contributing" features to the historic
significance of the Racquet Club: 1) The Tennis Court, 2) The Main Pool, 3) The Schiff
Residence, 4) One of the Frey-designed bungalows; and 5) portions of the Clubhouse
that contain the Bamboo Room and Bogert Dining Room.
b. The applicant shall work with City staff to prepare a demolition plan for the property.
The demolition plan shall identify which of the non-contributing buildings shall be
demolished as a means to eliminate blight. The demolition plan shall be submitted to
the City Council for approval as part of the consent agenda within 90 days of this action.
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MEETING RECESS
The City Council recessed at 9:05 p.m. and reconvened at 9:20 p .m. with all members present.
C. EUGENE H. SHADWICK (OWNER) REPRESENTED BY JS INFRASTRUCTURE
PARTNERS (AT&T WIRELESS) FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
CONSTRUCT A WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY CONSISTING OF
A SIXTY (60') FOOT TALL MONOPALM LOCATED AT 333 WEST RADIO
ROAD, ZONE M-1 (CASE NO. 5.1516 CUP)
Director of Development Services Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded
to City Council inquiries.
Mayor Holstege opened the Public Hearing.
Victor Flores. representing the Applicant, addressed the need for expanded cell coverage
in the area, especially in aiding first responders.
Mayor Holstege closed the Public Hearing, there being no others desiring to speak.
Following discussion, MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24853 entitled, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A
WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY CONSISTING OF A SIXTY (60') FOOT
TALL MONOPALM LOCATED AT 333 WEST RADIO ROAD," with the addition ofa
condition of approval that the applicant shall replace damaged palm frowns within 60 days.
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
A. PALM SPRINGS COVID-19 SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Assistant City Manager Marcus Fuller narrated PowerPoint presentation and responded to
City Council inquiries.
Councilmember Kors spoke on the importance of reaching out to businesses that are not
typically involved with the City and other business organizations, noting that the goal is to
reach business that have fallen through the cracks; recommended advertising on English
and Spanish radio stations.
After receiving clarification, Councilmember Woods suggested that the program be
available to businesses physically located in the City, rather than having a "storefront."
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During the course of discussion, the City Council agreed that the program should focus on
small, local businesses rather than national chains, businesses that cooperated with
COVID-19 regulations, and keeping all other requirements as simple as possible.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve the Palm Springs COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program to provide
financial assistance to small businesses and non-profit organizations in the form of
6-month forgivable loans not to exceed $10,000 per eligible business or non-profit.
2. Direct staff to announce and release the Palm Springs COVID-19 Small Business
Assistance Program and initiate the application process.
3. Authorize the City Manager to prepare administrative regulations necessary to
implement the Palm Springs COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program.
4. Authorize staff to extend business licenses for businesses located in Palm Springs that
were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic by the period of time the business was
closed in the prior year.
5. Approve $10,000 funding for the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce Restaurant
Coupon Program and authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement to facilitate
the Chamber's implementation of the Restaurant Coupon Program.
6. Defer the automatic CPI increase on all City user fees and charges for Fiscal Year
2021/22.
B. APPROVAL OF ART PLACEMENT "ALTANVIRO AND LOPER" BY
CHRISTOPHER MYERS AT SIX LOCATIONS WITHIN THE TAHQUITZ
CANYON WAY MEDIAN BETWEEN SUNRISE WAY AND EL CIELO ROAD
City Manager Ready presented the staff report; advised that the City may execute the
license agreement directly with the artist rather than Desert X.
Assistant City Manager Fuller advised that the artwork will not obstruct driver's views at
the specified intersections.
The City Council directed staff to ensure that the City is not identified as a sponsor of
Desert X, noting that the artwork can be identified in the Desert X app as a Palm Springs
project.
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MOTION BY MAYOR HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS,
CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve the temporary placement of public art "Altanviro and Loper" by the artist
Christopher Myers at six locations within the Tahquitz Canyon Way median between
Sunrise Way and El Cielo Road.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a 5-Y ear License Agreement with Christopher
Myers, in a legal form acceptable by the City Attorney, for temporary placement of
public art "Altanviro and Loper" by the artist Christopher Myers at six locations within
the Tahquitz Canyon Way median between Sunrise Way and El Cielo Road. A8678
3. Authorize an expenditure of $30,000 from Public Art Funds for installation of the
public art.
C. APPROPRIATION OF QUIMBY ACT PARK FEES AS THE CITY'S LOCAL
MATCH FOR THE LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND GRANT FOR
THE DEMUTH DOG PARK PROJECT
Assistant City Manager Fuller presented the staff report and responded to City Council
mqumes.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MIDDLETON, SECOND BY MAYOR HOLSTEGE,
CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Confirm the City's availability of funds for its 50% local match to the L WCF grant for
the Demuth Dog Park Project in the amount of $1,650,235.
2. Amend the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Budget to appropriate an additional $409,250 from
Fund Balance in the Quimby Act Fee Fund (Fund 152).
3. Amend the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Budget to appropriate $798,270 of Quimby Act
Funds for the Demuth Dog Park Project.
4. Include an appropriation of $650,000 of Quimby Act Funds and $202,000 in Measure
J Capital Funds in the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget for the Demuth Dog Park Project.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Lena Granet, questioned about the status of vaccinating the homeless and the need for provide rest
areas and showers.
Michael Mitrovic, urged the City Council to rescind the emergency order that restaurants must
close by midnight.
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CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA
DEVELOPMENT:
Councilmember Kors in reference to the "Hero Pay" ordinance, requested that staff provide
information regarding the type of employees with the highest exposure to COVID-19; requested
that staff agendize discussion of campaign finance regulations prior to June 2021.
ADJOURNMENT:
The City Council adjourned at 11 :04 p.m., in memory of Rob Parkins, former Palm Springs City
Manager.
Respectfully submitted,
Anthony J. Mejia, MMC
City Clerk
APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL: / /2021
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