HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-08-06 CC MINUTESThursday, August 6, 2020
Minutes of the Special 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 Special Meeting of the Palm Springs City Council was called to order by Mayor Kors on
Thursday, August 6, 2020, at 5:35 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Kors led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Grace Elena Garner, Lisa Middleton, Dennis Woods, Mayor Pro
Tem Christy Holstege, and Mayor Geoff Kors
Absent: None.
City Staff
Present: 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:
Mayor Kors and Councilmember Garner spoke on the recent homicides in Palm Springs and
expressed condolences to the victims’ families, noting that public safety is the City Council’s top
priority. Police Chief Reyes addressed that increasing calls for services related to gunshots fired,
noting there is an escalating fued between rival gangs; urged the community to work together to
help address the ongoing problem and called for a community meeting for the affected community.
Mayor Kors reported on the efforts of the COVID-19 Reopening Taskforce and the new “P.S.
Keeping You Safe” campaign.
Councilmember Woods narrated a PowerPoint presentation on a pilot program to expand outdoor
dining on Palm Canyon Drive.
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ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Mejia requested that the City Council add Item No. 1G to the agenda related to the
appointment of Chantal Sanchez to the Parks and Recreation Commission, noting that the
interviews concluded on August 5, 2020, and the next Commission meeting is scheduled for
August 24, 2020.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
MIDDLETON, CARRIED 5-0, accept the order of the agenda with Consent Item Nos. 1B and 1C
pulled for separate discussion and add Item No. 1G to the agenda based on the findings that the
matter came to the attention of the City after the posting of the agenda and there is a need for
immediate action.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
City Attorney Ballinger reported that the City Council met in Closed Session on August 5, 2020,
and received briefings and provided direction to staff regarding the agendized Closed Session
Items, but did not take any reportable action; advised that the City Council did not meet in Closed
Session on August 6, 2020.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY:
The following individuals recommended that the City Council move forward with a scaled-down
version or phased-in approach for the Downtown Park:
Jim Gazan, representing the Measure J Oversight Commission
Alan Bowley, representing the Parks and Recreation Commission
Celeste Brackley, representing Palm Springs Resorts
Paul Patino, representing Palm Springs Resorts
Steven Boswell, representing Palm Springs Hospitality Association
Peggy Trott, General Manager of the Rowan Hotel
Matt Shough
Aftab Dada
Jeffrey Bernstein
David Feltman
Kathy Weremuik
Ann Sheffer
Ellen Goodman
Naomi Soto
Nona Watson
Joy Brown Meredith
Sid Craig
J.R. Roberts, speaking on Item 4A, urged the City Council to complete the Downtown Park,
opining that the park will help rebound the local economy.
Kathy Weremuik, speaking on Item 4B, urged the City Council to move forward with the street
renaming in recognition of Lawrence Crossley.
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Wes Rankins, speaking on Item 4B, voiced support for the renaming of Crossley Road and Golf
Club Drive to Lawrence Crossley Road.
Daniel Algazi, speaking on Item 4B, voiced opposition to the renaming of Crossley Road and Golf
Club Drive, opining that the property owners do not support the name change.
Gary Johns, speaking on Item 4A, representing the Palm Springs Preservation Foundation, urged
the City Council to consider naming the Downtown Park after Nellie Coffman.
Charlie Ervin, speaking on Item 5B, expressed concern that the proposed resolution does not
include actionable policies and programs to benefit the community.
Luz Gallegos, speaking on Item 5B, voiced support and urged City Council approval of the
proposed resolution.
Araceli Palafox, speaking on Item 5A, Deputy Director of Lift to Rise, expressed support for the
proposed project and hoped to continue to partner with the City to help address homelessness.
Alexis Ortega, encouraged the City Council to support Item 5A; requested that the proposed
Resolution under Item 5B be modified to include actionable policies, programs, and funding to
address systemic racism.
Jenny Pho, speaking on Item 5A, voiced support for the proposed project, questioning whether
homeless individuals in Palm Springs will have priority for these units.
CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER’S COMMENTS AND
REPORTS:
Councilmember Middleton provided an update on the Code Place Project, noting a temporary
closure of Random Road to install a storm drain; spoke in memory of Dan Barber, who lost his
life to COVID-19, and requested that the City Council adjourn tonight’s meeting in his memory.
Mayor Kors spoke on his memories working with Dan Barber to advocate for LGBT issues and
expressed condolences to the family.
Councilmember Garner encouraged residents to apply to serve on a City Board or Commission.
Councilmember Woods spoke in support of the “P.S. Keeping You Safe” signage and encouraged
everyone to wear face coverings.
Mayor Pro Tem Holstege provided an update on the activities of the Coachella Valley Association
of Governments Public Safety Committee; urged residents to complete the U.S. Census;
announced upcoming stakeholder meetings related to plastic food ware and polystyrene products.
Mayor Kors reported on the activities of Palm Springs Resorts; announced that the Desert
Healthcare District approved funding for the continuation of the crisis response teams and wrap-
around services; reported on a conference call hosted by the U.S. Conference of Mayors related to
federal emergency funding related to COVID-19.
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1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the removal of Item
Nos. 1B and 1C for separate discussion.
A. APPOINTMENTS TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Appoint Roberto Alejandro Martinez to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a
term ending June 30, 2021.
2. Appoint Jerry Joseph Alcorn to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a term ending
June 30, 2023.
B. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF THREE PORTABLE MESSAGE BOARDS
FOR COVID-19 MESSAGING CITYWIDE
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to page 5 of these minutes
for a summary of that action.
C. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO ASSEMBLY BILL 2766 MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION
OF GOVERNMENTS AND MEMBER JURISDICTIONS TO PROVIDE
SUSTAINABLE FUNDING OF THE REGIONAL PM10 STREET SWEEPING
PROGRAM
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to page 6 of these minutes
for a summary of that action.
D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2028 OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 92.29.00 TO THE PALM
SPRINGS ZONING CODE TO ALLOW FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF FOOD
DESERT OVERLAY ZONES (CASE 5.1507 ZTA)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 2028 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
ADDING SECTION 92.29.00 TO CHAPTER 92 OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING
CODE RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF FOOD DESERT OVERLAY
ZONES.”
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E. APPROVAL OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH LOS ANGELES SMSA
LIMITED PARTNERSHIP FOR A NON-EXCLUSIVE USE OF GROUND SPACE
AT CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3601 EAST MESQUITE DRIVE
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Lease Agreement by and between Verizon Wireless and the City of Palm
Springs for non-exclusive use of ground space at City-owned property at 3601 East
Mesquite Drive.
2. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all the necessary documents.
F. RESOLUTION SETTING THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS FOR
THE MONTHS OF SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER 2020
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24790 entitled, “A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS , CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE REGULAR MEETING PLACE, DAYS, AND TIMES AND
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 24785.”
G. APPOINTMENT TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION –
URGENCY ITEM
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to appoint Chantal Sanchez to the Parks and Recreation
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2021.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
B. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF THREE PORTABLE MESSAGE BOARDS FOR
COVID-19 MESSAGING CITYWIDE
Mayor Kors voiced support for the purchase of portable message boards, noting that they
can be used for other purposes than COVID-19 messaging.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER WOODS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
MIDDLETON, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Authorize a Purchase Order in an amount of $50,282.83 to California Barricade Inc.,
of Santa Ana, California, for three WANCO Portable, programmable Mini 3-Line
Message Sign Boards with a hydraulic lift, solar-powered and security battery box
locks.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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C. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO ASSEMBLY BILL 2766 MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION
OF GOVERNMENTS AND MEMBER JURISDICTIONS TO PROVIDE
SUSTAINABLE FUNDING OF THE REGIONAL PM10 STREET SWEEPING
PROGRAM
In response to City Council inquiry, Assistant City Manager Fuller explained the
importance of street sweeping as a public health measure, noting that funding is derived
from other sources than the General Fund.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, SECOND BY MAYOR KORS,
CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve Amendment No. 5 to AB 2766 Memorandum of Understanding between the
Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) and Member Jurisdictions to
maintain contributions from the cities and the County at 75% to provide Sustainable
Funding of the Regional PM10 Street Sweeping Program, through June 30, 2024.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 to the AB 2766
Memorandum of Understanding.
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE.
3. LEGISLATIVE: NONE.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
A. REVIEW OPTIONS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION ON AN INTERIM DESIGN
FOR PHASED CONSTRUCTION OF THE DOWNTOWN PARK, CITY PROJECT
NO. 15-07
Assistant City Manager Fuller narrated a PowerPoint presentation. In response to City
Council inquires, Mr. Fuller advised that there are challenges due to the project being
mid-way and having already ordered custom products; advised that the City could be
penalized for delay of the project if a decision is not made whether to move forward; noted
than the alternative projects may not be ADA accessible; advised that the maintenance cost
for the original park design are estimated at $25,000 for landscaping, $25,000 for the water
feature, and $100,000 for janitorial service for the Police Substation and public restrooms.
In response to City Council inquiry, Mark Rios, of Rios Clementi Hale Studios, spoke on
the process and intentions when designing the Downtown Park; noted that most public
comments expressed a desire for shaded areas, water features, and flexible spaces for
events; opined that alternative designs other than the original project would not result in
the destination attraction that was envisioned by the City; addressed the elements which
activated the Grand Park in Los Angeles, noting the importance of water features; pointed
out that completing the park at a later time will be significantly more costly than completing
it now; voiced concern regarding the ability to find matching building material if the project
is completed in phases.
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In response to City Council inquiry, City Manager Ready stated that his personal
preference is to complete the Downtown Park as initially designed; noted that Measure J
revenues are exceeding projections and that final numbers will be presented at a City
Council meeting in September.
Mayor Pro Tem Holstege voiced support for completing the Downtown Park, noting the
importance of providing ADA access and that overall costs will significantly increase with
a phased approach.
Mayor Kors voiced concern with moving forward with the original park design, noting that
the Measure J funds could be used to preserve public safety services; pointed out that the
City Council reduced staffing by 80 positions and cannot afford median landscaping and
other services due to the budget shortfall; commented on neighborhood park projects that
were previously approved and canceled due to the lack of funding, opining that the City
Council should prioritize improvements at neighborhood parks.
Councilmember Garner agreed with moving forward with the original park design, opining
that any alternative plan will likely stay in place for an extended period; stated that the
original design is more conducive to outdoor activities and flexible for special events.
Councilmember Middleton advised that she struggles to fund the original park design due
to the budget shortfall and future uncertainties; pointed out that the alternative plan is
functional and affordable.
Councilmember Woods spoke on the need for the City to maintain its world-class image,
noting that Downtown Park will be a significant attraction.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 3-2 (COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON AND MAYOR
KORS VOTING NO), to:
1. Delegate additional authority of $140,000 to the City Manager to approve and execute
construction contract change orders with Fast-Track Construction Corporation, a
California corporation, for additional work related to structural repairs to the existing
underground parking garage and deck along the west side of the Downtown Park site.
2. Directed staff to move forward with construction of the full Downtown Park design.
RECESS/RECONVENE
The City Council recessed at 10:09 p.m. and reconvened at 10:20 p.m. with all members present.
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B. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING THE RENAMING OF CROSSLEY ROAD
AND GOLF CLUB DRIVE TO LAWRENCE CROSSLEY ROAD BETWEEN
EAST RAMON ROAD AND EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.1376 SNC)
AND DECLARING THE ACTION EXEMPT FROM CEQA
Planning Services Director Fagg narrated a PowerPoint presentation. In response to City
Council inquiries, Director Fagg discussed impacts on GPS systems, mail delivery, and
identified businesses and residences impacted by the street name change.
During the course of discussion, the City Council directed staff to reach out to residents
and businesses regarding their next steps and how to minimize inconveniences.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARNER, SECOND BY MAYOR KORS,
CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24791 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, HONORING THE
LEGACY OF LAWRENCE CROSSLEY AND HIS POSITIVE CONTRIBUTIONS TO
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE GREATER COMMUNITY BY
APPROVING THE RENAMING OF CROSSLEY ROAD AND GOLF CLUB DRIVE
TO LAWRENCE CROSSLEY ROAD BETWEEN EAST RAMON ROAD AND EAST
PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.1376 SNC),” with direction to set the effective date to
January 1, 2021.
C. CONTINUED DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DIRECTION ON THE IMPACTS
AND RESPONSE TO THE LOCAL EMERGENCY RELATED TO THE NOVEL
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19), INCLUDING CONFIRMATION OF EXISTING
EMERGENCY ORDERS
City Attorney Ballinger presented the staff report. In response to City Council inquiries,
City Attorney Ballinger advised that staff continues to address code violations with the
owners of an exotic resort; noted that the resort was advertising and holding events with
live entertainment
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to confirm the existing City emergency orders.
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D. APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2021 BUDGET IN THE
AMOUNT OF $200,000 TO CONTINUE THE INNOVATION HUB
MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY ECONOMIC
PARTNERSHIP UNTIL JUNE 30, 2021; APPROVE RENT FORGIVENESS AT
3111 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON FROM JULY 1, 2020, UNTIL JUNE 30, 2021; AND
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL NECESSARY
DOCUMENTS
Director of Community and Economic Development Virata presented the staff report.
Following discussion, MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Appropriate funds in the amount of $200,000 to continue the Innovation Hub
Management Agreement with Coachella Valley Economic Partnership until
June 30, 2021.
2. Approve forgiveness of monthly rental payments for CVEP at 3111 E. Tahquitz
Canyon (Agreement A6037) for a period of twelve months beginning July 1, 2020,
until June 30, 2021.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
4. Direct staff to agendize an update on the activities of CVEP in six months.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
A. APPROVE A FUNDING COMMITMENT OF HOMELESS HOUSING
ASSISTANCE AND PREVENTION PROGRAM GRANT FUNDS IN THE
AMOUNT OF $3 MILLION FOR A COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE PERMANENT
SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROJECT IN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
Director of Community and Economic Development Virata narrated a PowerPoint
presentation regarding Project Home Key.
Greg Rodriguez, summarized the proposed project and funding sources; highlighted the
success of similar projects throughout the State. In response to City Council inquiries,
Mr. Rodriguez noted that many of the units are move-in ready and that renovations will be
phased-in; advised that third-party vendors will provide food services with service to individual
rooms while units undergo renovations to add kitchenettes; pointed out that this proposal is for
permanent supportive housing and will not serve as a drop-in emergency shelter.
Mayor Pro Tem Holstege voiced support for the proposal, noting the importance of creating
new permanent affordable housing units and leveraging the State’s grant to address
homelessness; noted that the State is providing funding for these types of housing projects
in an effort to quickly house the homeless due to the COVID-19 pandemic; pointed out
that the County can proceed with a homeless shelter or permanent housing project without
the City Council’s approval.
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Councilmember Middleton pointed out that the City’s funding would not be released until
the County submits a detailed project budget and evidence that funding is in place.
City Manager Ready advised that if the City Council supports the proposal, staff will begin
negotiating a funding agreement, including site selection, for the City Council’s final
approval.
Councilmember Woods expressed concern that low-income housing projects are
concentrated in northern Palm Springs, opining that such projects should be spread
throughout the City; spoke on the importance that the County maintain the facility and
surrounding area in good condition, citing examples of County projects not adequately
maintained; pointed out that this proposal is being rushed and urged the County to develop
a robust community outreach program.
Mayor Kors cited other affordable housing projects throughout the City, pointing out that
a new affordable housing project is proposed within District 3; stated that the project will
achieve the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) requirements.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a funding commitment for a Permanent Supportive Housing Project in the City
of Palm Springs to be acquired and rehabilitated by the County of Riverside Department
of Housing, Homelessness Prevention and Workforce Solutions in the amount of
$3 million from the City’s Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Program
Grant.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a “funding commitment letter” to the County
memorializing City Council’s intent to provide $3 million in HHAP funds, with a final
funding agreement submitted to the City Council for approval at a future meeting.
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B. RESOLUTION DECLARING SYSTEMIC RACISM AS A HUMAN RIGHTS AND
PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS THAT RESULTS IN DISPARITIES IN FAMILY
STABILITY, HEALTH AND MENTAL WELLNESS, EDUCATION,
EMPLOYMENT, ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT,
TRANSPORTATION, PUBLIC SAFETY, INCARCERATION, AND HOUSING,
AND REAFFIRMING THE CITY COUNCIL’S COMMITMENT TO
ADVANCING JUSTICE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION IN THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS
City Manager Ready presented the staff report.
During the course of discussion, the City Council considered added the term “homophobia”
to the resolution and determined to retain focus on addressing racism; agreed to amend the
resolution to add the following:
• Institute mandatory racial equity and implicit bias training with the goal of reaching all
of Palm Springs’s leadership, management, and staff in a timely manner.
• Encourage and make racial equity and implicit bias training available to all community
partners as well as residents.
• Identify clear goals and objectives, including periodic reports to City Council, to assess
the progress and capitalize on opportunities to further advance racial equity.
• Create an Equity and Social Justice Committee to develop further the City’s response
to advancing social justice throughout the City’s activities and advise the City Council
on policies and practices to advance its resolved intentions. Regular reports shall be
provided to the City Council on the Committee's work, and a final set of
recommendations shall be prepared within nine months for City Council consideration.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
GARNER, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24792 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING THAT SYSTEMIC RACISM IS A HUMAN RIGHTS AND PUBLIC
HEALTH CRISIS THAT RESULTS IN DISPARITIES IN FAMILY STABILITY,
HEALTH AND MENTAL WELLNESS, EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT,
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TRANSPORTATION,
PUBLIC SAFETY, INCARCERATION, AND HOUSING AND REAFFIRMING THE
CITY COUNCIL’S COMMITMENT TO ADVANCING JUSTICE, EQUITY,
DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION IN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,” as amended.
C. DISCUSSION OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Kors noted that future agendas will include a budget update, modifications to
distance waiver criteria for cannabis-related businesses, creation of an Equity and Social
Justice Committee, and issuance of an apology for the actions related Section 14.
Councilmember Garner requested that staff agendize discussion regarding housing and rent
control for a City Council meeting in September 2020.
Mayor Pro Tem Holstege requested that staff agendize consideration of the plastic
foodware and polystyrene ordinance for a City Council meeting in September 2020.
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PUBLIC COMMENT:
Christian Jelmberg, Street Life Project, spoke on his organization’s efforts to address homelessness
and urged the City and County to develop holistic solutions, including tiny home campuses.
Brad Anderson, suggested that the City Council defund the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector
Control District and appoint their own Public Health Official rather than relying on Riverside
County Public Health Officer Dr. Cameron Kaiser.
Ronson Souza, spoke in support of defunding the Police Department and reallocating funding to
benefit communities of color.
CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA
DEVELOPMENT:
None.
ADJOURNMENT:
The City Council adjourned at 11:35 p.m., in memory of Dan Barber, Chair of One-PS Los
Compadres Neighborhood Organization.
Respectfully submitted,
Anthony J. Mejia, MMC
City Clerk
APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL: 10/08/2020