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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES '
MARCH 5, 2003
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, Califomia, was called to
order by Mayor Kleindienst, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on
Wednesday, March 5, 2003, at 5:30 p.m., at which time, the City Attorney announced
items to be discussed in Closed Session, and at 7:00 p.m., the meeting was convened in
open session.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Mills, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and
Mayor Kleindienst
Absent: None
The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, and an invocation by Father Andrew
Green — Church of St. Paul in the Desert.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in
accordance with Council procedures on February 28, 2003.
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All
Entities) - See items on Page 6 of agenda this date.
PRESENTATIONS: None,
HOUSING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING '
AUTHORITY: - No Business
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Mayor declared the meeting adjourned for
the purpose of convening as the Community Redevelopment Agency; after which,
members reconvened as the City Council.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Ruthie Frazee, no address given, stated that Council action should show consistency;
and that variance codes are not enforced uniformly.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Oden and unanimously carried, Mills
abstaining on Item 6 due to conflict of interest, that Items 1 thru 8 be adopted.
Review by City Manager of Consent Items to be clarified.
1. MO 7263 approving Lease Agreement No- DTFA08-03-L-22296, and MO 7264
approving Lease Agreement No. DTFA08-03-L-22298, between the FAA and the
City of Palm Springs for Visual Approach Slope Indicators (VASI) for Runway
13R/31 L at the Palm Springs InternationaLAirport; term October 1, 2003 through '
September 30, 2023. A4661, A4662.
2, MO 7265 approving the acquisition of palm trees from Fox Nurseries, in the
amount of $100,153-63, as part of the Southerly Terminal Access Roadway
Security Reconfiguration at the Palm Springs International Airport, subject to
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' approval by the Federal Aviation Administration; 100% funded by FAA Grant.
CP2002-20.
3. MO 7266 approving a maintenance service agreement with XCI, Inc., for the
Automatic Vehicle Identification System (AVI) at the Palm Springs International
Airport, for a three (3) year term; total amount of contract $39,475. A4663.
4, MO 7267 approving the purchase of sixteen (16) vehicles in the 2002/2003
Replacement Cycle from Ramsey Street Ford, through a cooperative agreement
with the County of Riverside, total amount for all vehicles, including applicable
sales tax of$23,347.03, is $324,599.03.
5. MO 7268 approving the issuance of a Blanket Purchase Order, not to exceed the
budgeted amount approved each fiscal year, for the City's annual bulk gasoline
and diesel fuel commodity requirements, to The SoCo Group, Inc., participating
in the County of Riverside Fuel Contract RIVCO-40500-002-001-08/02 through
August 2004.
6, MO 7269 approving and adopting the plans, specifications and working details,
and authorize advertisement for construction bids for the Sunrise Way and Sunny
Dunes Road Traffic Signal Installation, CP02-25. Mills Abstain.
' 7. MO 7270 approving agreement with DBX, Inc., in the amount of$120,000, for the
East Palm Canyon Drive at Araby Drive/Escoba Drive Traffic Signal Modification,
CP02-24. A4664.
8. Res 20564 and 20565 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims & Demands.
Note abstentions, if any:
Councilmember Warrant# Payee Particular Nature of Conflict
Reller-Spurgin 985027 Spurgin Spouse
Mills 985039 Tenet Business related
EXTENDED CONSENT AGENDA:
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
9. Case No. 3.2283 and TPM 30868
BROWN AND WEINER/SOCIAL SECURITY BUILDING
Recommendation: That the Council approve Tentative Parcel Map 30868, for
the subdivision of 7.34 acres of land into 6 commercial lots, located at the
property bounded by Ramon Road East, Paseo Dorotea, Calle Santa Cruz, and
Camino Parocela, 4201 Ramon Road East, Zone P, Section 19. Applicant:
Brown and Weiner a Partnership, Gary Brown and Monroe Weiner. 74 Notices
Mailed.
Director of Planning & Zoning reviewed the staff report.
Mayor declared the Hearing open.
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Vicki Valenzula, representing applicant, stated availability for questions. '
There being no further appearances, the Hearing was closed.
Resolution 20566 as revised with Master Plan detail at final development stages
was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Mills
and unanimously carried, that R20566 be adopted_
10. Case No. 5.0935 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
BMX (BICYCLE) RACING TRACK
Recommendation: That the Council approve Conditional Use Permit No. 5.0935,
for a BMX (bicycle) racing track on 9.12 acres of land, located at the Southeast
corner of Mesquite Avenue East and Vella Road, 4575 Mesquite Avenue East,
Zone O, Section 19. Applicant: Palm Springs Police Activities League (PAL),
Officer George Palomares. 28 Notices Mailed.
Director of Planning & Zoning requested the Hearing be opened and continued to
March 19, 2003.
Mayor declared the Hearing open
Marvin Roos concurred with the staff recommendation and added availability for '
questions.
Motion to continue the Hearing to March 19, 2003 was presented; after which, it
was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Hodges and unanimously carried,
that the Motion be adopted.
Motion to continue the Meeting beyond the 11 p.m. adjournment was presented;
after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded Oden and unanimously
carried, that the Motion be adopted.
11. Case No. 5.0934 — PD-281 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, ZONING MAP
AMENDMENT—VISTA SUNRISE
Recommendation: That the Council approve a General Plan Map Amendment to
redesignate 2.17 acres from P (Professional) to M15 (Medium Density
Residential 12-15 Units/Acre) and Planned Development District 281 in-lieu of a
change of zone for the construction of 85 transitional housing units and a 36,114
square foot Family Care Center for the property located at the southwest corner
of Vista Chino Drive and Sunrise Way, Zone P and R-2, Section 11. Applicant:
McCormack Baron Salazar, Inc. 600 Notices Mailed.
Director of Planning & Zoning reviewed the staff report and visual site plans on '
display in the Chamber.
Mayor declared the Hearing open.
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' The following persons spoke in support of the project.
John Brown, Desert Aids Project
Reuel Young, Palm Springs
Andrew Barker, Palm Springs
Marvin Roos, Mainiero, Smith & Associates
Bob Morris, representing ECS-San Diego
George Puddephatt, HIV Housing Coordinator-Riverside County
Linda Kearney, representing Supervisor Wilson's Office
Candi deLima, representing Assemblywoman Garcia's Office
Harold Matzner, Palm Springs
Linda Barrack, representing ECS-San Diego
Jim Griffes, representing Interfaith Circle of Ministers
John Aguilar, representing CVHC
Richard Campbell, Palm Springs
Vanessa Genrie, Palm Springs
Sheila Brown, Palm Springs
Wallace Brown, Palm Springs
Dr. Wayne McKinny, Palm Springs
David Justin Lynch, Palm Springs
Ian Sadano, Palm Springs
Rose Therrien, Palm Springs
' Hal Ball, Palm Springs
Mario Schavone, Palm Springs
Claire Christopher, representing ECS-Case Manager
Rose Mihata, Palm Springs
Keith Lee, Palm Springs
Karen Tabbah, Palm Springs
Father Andrew Green, Palm Springs
Mercedes Marquez, Los Angeles
Antoinette Laura, Palm Springs
Jim Franklin, Palm Springs
The following persons spoke in opposition to the project.
Nancy Williamson, Palm Springs
Edward Dietrich, Palm Springs
M. David Chavarria, Palm Springs
Jacci Tutunjian, Palm Springs
Robert Samuelian, Palm Springs
Briget Zawaideh, Palm Springs
Jack Gentry, Palm Springs
Larada Johnson-Dillingham, Palm Springs
Patricia R. Myers, Palm Springs
Bob Brown, representing V5 Southern Baptist Church
Ruth Martin, Palm Springs
' Nancy Culligan, Palm Springs
Rita Harants, Palm Springs
Ralph Rose, Palm Springs
Keith Knauss, Palm Springs
Robert Kane, Palm Springs
Paula Auburn, Palm Springs
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Corinne Sanderson, Palm Springs ,
Gwendolyn Battle, Palm Springs
Shirley Moore, Palm Springs
Margot Hertz, Palm Springs
Paul Coughlin, Palm Springs
Michelle Martin, representing Desert SonShine Pre-School
Gina Seanda, Palm Springs
Dean Sisemore, Palm Springs
Mel Schneider, Palm Springs
Dave Weaver, Palm Springs
Dr_ Mark Bilkey, Palm Springs
Tod Kent, Palm Springs
Marcus Gear, Palm Springs
Tony Zawaideh, Palm Springs
Marion Sherman, Palm Springs
Dr. Ralph Thornhill, Palm Springs
Johnny Dorcall, Palm Springs
Todd Sands, Palm Springs
There being no further appearances, the Hearing was closed.
Motion to introduce the Ordinance based on the recommendation of the Planning
Commission without the drop-in homeless center and that security items be '
reviewed with the final approval of the Planned Development District was
presented; after which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Oden and failed by
the following vote.
AYES: Members Mills and Oden
NO: Members Hodges, Reller-Spurgin and Mayor Kleindienst
Motion for staff to prepare Resolution overruling Planning Commission
recommendation, for denial of project, for the March 19, 2003 meeting was
presented; after which, it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Reller-Spurgin
and carried by the following vote.
AYES: Members Hodges, Reller-Spurgin and Mayor Kleindienst
NO: Members Mills and Oden.
COUNCIL COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/INTERAGENCY REPORTS:
Councilmembers reported on various civic and community organizational
meetings and events which they attended, subsequent to the last regular
meeting, and announced upcoming events of community interest.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION: ,
12. GENE AUTRY TRAIL WIDENING
Recommendation: That the Council approve agreements with HDR Engineering,
Inc., for professional environmental and engineering design services for the
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' Gene Autry Trail Railroad Bridge Widening, CP01-04, in the amount of$481,000;
and for the Gene Autry Trail Widening, CP02-03, in the amount of $415,000'
A4665, A4666.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer reviewed the staff report.
Minute Orders 7271 and 7272 as reccmmended were presented; after which, it
was moved by Oden, seconded by Rc-iler-Spurgin and unanimously carried, that
M07271 and 7272 be adopted.
13. ORDINANCE FOR SECOND READING &ADOPTION (Intro 2-19-03)
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
DRAGICEVICH CHARITABLE REMAINDER TRUST
City Clerk read Title of Ordinance 1625 as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP BY APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM
R-2 AND R-1-AH TO C-M AND 0-20, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
4155 E. MATTHEW DRIVE, ZONE R-2 AND R-1-AH, SECTION 30.
after which; it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Oden and unanimously
' carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance 1625 be adopted.
14. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None
ADDED STARTERS: None
REPORTS & REQUESTS.-
CITY COUNCIL reports or requests
PUBLIC reports or requests
STAFF reports or requests
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further busin ayor declared
� meeting adjourned.
PATRICIA A. SANDERS
City Clerk
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS '
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
MARCH 5, 2003
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to
order by Mayor Kleindienst, in the Large Conference Room, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way,
on Wednesday, March 5, 2003, at 430 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and
Mayor Kleindienst
Absent: Councilmember Mills
The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in
accordance with the Government Code for Special Call Meetings.
HOUSING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING
AUTHORITY: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: No Business
Councilmember Mills entered at this time
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS LISTED ON AGENDA: '
The following persons spoke in support of the Convention Center expansion.
Craig Blough, Chase Hotel
Aftab DaDa, Hilton General Manager
Charlie Robless, Hotelier
Dwayne Ronbaugh, Wyndham Hotel
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
1. CONVENTION CENTER EXPANSION — PHASE II
Recommendation: That the Council discuss and provide direction to staff
regarding the budget and financial options for the Convention Center Expansion
— Phase II.
Convention Center Manager stated that funding is needed to start the marketing
portion of the expansion; that most bookings for conventions occur 3 — 4 years
out, and that the estimated appropriation need is $98,755.
Mayor questioned If there were partnerships formed for advertising; that the rest
of the industry should be included and that the CVA should parallel with the '
City"s advertising.
Councilmember Hodges stated that it seems that there is micromanaging being
done; that the Tourism Department has been trusted in the past to do its job and
that it should be able to continue in doing its job.
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' Mayor stated that the Council should be aware of all partners.
Councilmember Hodges stated that at this paint it is too early to know.
Convention Center Director stated that as the process moves forward there
would be as many avenues incorporated as possible; that the commitment to
funding will allow forward movement.
Executive Director—Airports reviewed various handouts, copy on file in Office of
the City Clerk; that there are many options that have been offered; that the
pricing does exceed the bonding amount; that space is critical; that many of the
options are possible and that direction is needed to determine the option the
Council desires.
Councilmember Hodges stated that if the Convention Center is not expanded to
meet what is required at this time, then the expansion is wasted; and that it may
be prudent to wait on the expansions until the City can do the job it needs to do.
Executive Director—Airports stated that the gap is $4.5 million at this time.
Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that initially the expansion was quoted to
be $20 million and at this time it is at a $32 million expansion.
' Convention Center Director stated that the expansion is needed to stay a step
ahead of the larger hotels; that at this time the larger hotels can book the same
conventions that the Convention Center can and that it is imperative that the
Convention Center stay ahead in the larger bookings.
Mayor stated that something needs to govern the decision on expansion,
whether it is dollars or need; that the building does need to be built up to edge;
that interest rates are at a premium at this time and it is not certain which way
they may go.
Director of Finance & Treasurer stated that the rates could fall somewhat lower
but not enough to bridge a $4.2 million gap.
Councilmember Mills stated it is more conceivable that the rates will go up; that
now is the optimum time to move ahead with the expansion; and that the
expansion does need to solve problems.
Councilmember Hodges stated that if the expansion was postponed 4 — 5 years,
the City might be in better financial position to build what is needed.
Councilmember Oden stated that there have been 11 options offered; that out of
' the 11 there should be one that is within budget.
Executive Director — Airports stated that there none within the budget that
include the 20,000 square foot ballroom space.
City Manager stated that the ballroom could be excluded from the plans and use
of the Wyndham Hotel ballroom space could be utilized.
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Mayor stated that a recommendation does need to be provided with all '
alternatives that are needed for the project to include options for the Council to
examine; and that the marketing plans should move forward.
City Manager stated that staff would prepare an amendment to the budget for
the March 19, 2003 regular meeting in the amount of $98,755 for marketing
efforts related to the Convention Center expansion for Council consideration and
that the Executive Director - Airports would revisit site plans for reduced
construction costs to be presented at the same meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further busine ayor declared the meeting adjourned.
PATRICIA A. SANDERS
City Clerk
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