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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
August 17, 1983
A Regular Meeting of the City Counci i was cai-ied to order by Mayor
Bogert, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz-iicCallum 1?ay, on 14ednes-
day, August 17, 1983, at 7 :30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Doyle, Foster, Maryanov
ex Mayor Bogert
' Absent: None (Note: Councilwoman Ortner resigned
effective August 9, 1983)
The meeting was opened with the salute to the Flag and a moment of
silence.
APPOINTMENT OF NEW COUNCILMEMBER:
Mayor stated that it was desirable for a candidate for
appointment to have a knowledge about the major issues facing
the City today, as well as the City in gener-il ; and there
was not a desire on the part of C0unci1memhe(•s to reduce
the effectiveness of a commission by drafting one of its
members.
Following nomination by Councilman Foster, it was moved by
Doyle, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, that
Richard J. Smith be appointed as Member of the City Council ,
to fill the unexpired term of Vyola Ortner.
Members of the Council expressed appreciation to Mrs. Ortner
for her service on the Council and her dedication to the
community and assistance provided to them as individual
members.
' Mr. Smith expressed appreciation for the con.°idence placed
in him, and his respect and appreciation of the community.
He 'indicated that since he was not familiar with the items
on the calendar, he would abstain from voting.
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Mayor declared the meei-iuhg adjourned
for the purpose of convening as the Community Redevelopment Agency;
after which, members reconvened as the City Council .
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
carried, that the minutes of July 27 and Augusa: 3, 1983 be
approved.
` PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1 . AIRPORT LEASE AMENDMENT APPEAL - P.S. SENIOR CITIZEN COMPLEX
Recommendation: Consideration of appeal from Airport Commis-
sion denial of request by P.S. Senior Citizen Complex (Stern,
et al ) to modify rent formula for Lease Agreement 1529 for
property on the NW corner of Baristo and Civic.
' Economic Development & Housing Director reviewed report,
dated August 17, 1983, and distributed proposed amendment,
Alternate III , which would retain the $33,500 per year rent
for the first five years of the agreement, after which, a
formula would include 10% of the annual gross receipts for
the following 10 years, followed by a return to the basic
6.76% rent for the remaining 5 ,years of the term. He stated
that
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1 . AIRPORT LEASE AMENDMENT APPEAL (Continued)
higher rent was due in July, but not paid, and if the amendment
were approved, no refund would be involved.
City Manager stated that it is only by a fluke that the City
would receive more money than it had expected to have received
under the terms of the lease, because of action by the Federal '
government, since its regulations do not deal with leased
lands and the City ends up with more money at the expense
of the project. He recommended proceeding with the original
request, or Alternate III.
In answer to question by Council , Economic Development &
Housing Director stated that it was unlikely that 4.5% rent
would produce a rate in excess of the $33,500 for the five
years ending in 1987.
Resolution 14697, approving Amendment No. 'I , Alternate III
version, was presented; after which, it was moved by Maryanov,
seconded by Doyle, and unanimously carried, Smith abstaining,
that Resolution 14697 be adopted, subject to modification
of the amendment that the annual guarantee for the period
June 4, 1982 to June 3, 1987, shall be $33,500 or 4.5% of
the increase in annual gross receipts, whichever is greater.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a) Don Brown, Executive Director for the Chamber of Commerce,
requested that the Council delay for 30 days any action
on proposed ordinance which limits vehicles on certain '
residential streets; and give favorable consideration
of providing funds for Christmas decorations. He stated
that the decorations used in prior years have totally
deteriorated; that a display of potential decorations
will be made September 2. In answer to question by
Council , he stated that the Board believed there were
additional items relating to the use of buses on
residential streets which merited further study, e.g. ,
possibility of a resident on those streets desiring to
charter a bus for a large party; and that the business
community will have to aid in funding the decorations.
b) Ken Adams, 240 El Portal , stated that the proposed ordi-
nance regarding tour buses affects technical operations
and tourism; that the reasons for the prohibition were
based on safety issues, yet statements were made that
there had not been any accidents, complaints or problems
about the buses; that a push will be made to attract
tourists next year in conjunction with the Olympics and
other major events, via charter plane and bus, and those
who will be punished will be the local operators, because
of the enforcement problem that will occur, i .e. , a contin-
uous patrol to monitor buses using those streets. He
requested an exchange of technical and tourist information
before a decision is made.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
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2. CORPORATION YARD EXPANSION - ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
Recommendation: That the Council approve contract with Inter-
active Design Corporation for architectural services for
the Corporation Yard Expansion. Report reviewed by Building
& Safety Director.
Minute Order 3271 , approving the agreement, as recommended,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Foster, seconded i
by Maryanov, and unanimously carried, Smith abstaining, that
Minute Order 3271 be adopted.
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3. ORDINANCES FOR SECOND READING & ADOPTION (Introduced 7-27-83
and 8-3-83)
City Clerk read title of Ordinance 1190, as follows:
' AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 2.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSIONS.
and title of Ordinance 1191 , as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 2.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously
carried, Smith abstaining, that further readings be waived,
and that Ordinances 1190 and 1191 be adopted.
Ordinance Re Commercial Vehicle Restrictions:
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Maryanov, avid unanimously
carried, Smith abstaining, that further consideration be
continued to September 21 , 1983, in line with Chamber of
Commerce request.
4. DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION SUBMITTAL LIMITATION - REPEAL
Recommendation: Planning Procedures Task Force recommends
' repealing Ordinance 1093 which limits the submission of
development applications to the fourth Tuesday of each month;
and allow same on any working day. Report reviewed by Building
& Safety Director.
City Clerk read title of the Ordinance, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
RESCINDING CERTAIN REGULATION RESTRICTING THE TIME FOR
FILING OF APPLICATIONS REQUIRING ACTION BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
_. carried, Smith abstaining, that further reading be waived,
and that the Ordinance be introduced for first reading.
5. CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS - CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REQUEST
Recommendation: That the Council consider request of the
Chamber of Commerce for an additional $1 ,500 for Christmas
decorations.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
carried, Smith abstaining, that this matter be continued,
and reviewed after the display period and time it takes to
' develop something specific to which the Council can react.
6. CVAG - REQUEST FOR STAFF SUPPORT
Recommendation: That the Council consider request of CVAG
for staff support that could be made available to enable
it to accomplish its work program, as an alternative to filling
a vacant CVAG assistant director's position.
City Manager stated that he believed it unwise for cities
to staff CVAG in the manner suggested, and its second position
should be filled.
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6. CVAG - STAFF SUPPORT (Continued)
Councilman Foster stated that it is not a practical solution
to have cities furnish staff members on a part-time basis
to help CVAG with its manpower problem.
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously '
carried, Smith abstaining, that the Council does not endorse
the concept of cities loaning staff members, but encourages
CVAG to fill its current vacancy with a full time person.
7. ZTA 5.0262 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS
Background: On August 3, 1983, consideration of amendments
to the zoning Text to revise Conditional Use Permit
provisions, to clearly define which accessory non-automotive `
related activities are allowed as "customarily incident"
to service station operartions.
City Clerk read title of the Ordinance, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SECTION 9402.00 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND SECTION
9306.00 PARKING OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONINI3 ORDINANCE.
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
carried, Smith abstaining, that further reading be waived,
and the Ordinance be introduced for first reading:
CONSENT AGENDA:
8. Minute Order 3272 awarding purchase of two ,-ton 44 pickup '
trucks to Indio Datsun, in amount of $16,273.12.
9. Minute Order 3273 awarding purchase of seven ,••ton pickup trucks
to Dick Bretz Mazda, in amount of $44,935.52.
10. Resolutions 14687, 14688 and 14689 approving Payroll Warrants
and Claims & Demands.
11 . Resolution 14690 authorizing City Librarian to file application
for Library Services & Construction Act Grant funds for reloca-
tion of the main library entrance.
12. Minute Order 3274 awarding contract to Smith Electric Supply,
for modification of street lighting system on Indian Avenue,
between Ramon Road and Tachevah, in amount of $29,555. A
13. Minute Order 3275 approving agreement with Buena Engineers for
soils and asphalt testing during construction phase of city-wide
assessment district for sewers (A.D. 143) , in amount of $22,980.
14. Minute Order 3276 awarding contract to Paul Gardner Corportion,
for modification of traffic signals and safety fighting at various
locations, to enhance visibility of indicators and provide energy
efficient pedestrian signals, in amount of $51 ,520. '
15. Minute Order 3277 awarding purchase of slurry seal mineral aggre-
gate to Massey Sand & Rock Co. , in amount of $6.87 per delivered
ton.
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16. Minute Order 3278 awarding purchase of slurry seal emulsion
w to Koch Asphalt Company, in amount of $169.08 per delivered
ton.
17. Minute Order 3279 awarding purchase of chip seas emulsion to
Burris Oil & Chemical Co. , in amount of $165.79 per delivered
ton.
18. Minute Order 3280 awarding purchase of chip seal slag to Heckett
Slag Products, in amount of $13.12 per delivered ton.
19. Resolution 14691 approving third twelve-month time extension
for TTM 14416 for property on the NE corner of East Palm Canyon
- ' Drive and Bogie Road -Engr. Serv/Tumanjan.
20. Resolution 14692 approving second twelve-month time extension
for TTM 17430 for property on the NE corner of Avenida
Caballeros/Amado Road - Hallmark/Investors Real Estate.
21 . Resolution 14693 approving expanded agreement with Wedin Enter-
prises, and increased contract amount.
22. Resolution 14694 concurring in CRA actions this date (c & d) .
It was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
carried, Smith abstaining, that Resolutions 1f687 through
14689 and Minute Orders 3272 through 3280 be adopted.
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23. CITY-OWNED TELEPHONE SYSTEM
Recommendation: That the Council award purchase of NEC-NEAX
22VS Digital Telephone System, to ASI Telephone Systems,
Inc. ; in amount of $203,738.50; and amend the budget to appro-
priate $131 ,278 to cover purchase of same.
City Manager stated that the system will result in $1 .5 million
savings over the next 10 years.
Emergency Services Coordinator highlighted his report, noting
that 14 bidders were solicited and 7 bids received, out of
` which, 3 recommended the same system.
In response to question by Council relating to ability to
sharing in any savings that might be available as a result
_ of a state-wide network for cities and other jurisdictions,
the Coordinator stated that the system has that capability,
and services can be purchased through other companies, e.g. ,
MCI and Sprint, and not only are those matters possible,
but highly probable. He also noted that long-distance record
program can be added at any time, although the cost may
increase from the original $38,000 proposed.
Minute Order 3281 , awarding the purchase to ASI, as recom-
mended, and Resolution 14695, amending the budget to provide
' necessary additional funds, were presented; after which,
it was moved by Doyle, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
carried, Smith abstaining, that Minute Order 3281 and Resolu-
tion 14695 be adopted.
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24. SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA - PAC
Recommendation: That the Council determine that a Project y
Area Committee shall not be formed in conjunction with the
above project. Redevelopment Director stated that the need
does not exist since there is not a substantial amount of
low and moderate income occupants to be relocated; and noted
that redevelopment legal counsel concurs in staff conclusion.
Resolution 14696, making determination, as recommended, was
presented; after which, it was moved by Doyle, seconded by
Maryanov, and unanimously carried, Smith abstaining, that
Resolution 14696 be adopted.
25. FIXED-WING AIRCRAFT - ACQUISITION
Recommendation: That the Council authorize acquiring a confis-
cated aircraft from the U.S. Customs Service, at no acquisition
cost to the City.
Lt. Rudin, Police Department and Aero Squadron Officer, stated x
that the craft should not cost the City anything; that the
craft would be maintained by the Aero Squadron from funds
received from tie-downs from squadron members on their own
aircraft; that the City may dispose of the craft at any time
it wishes, and place any funds received in the General Fund;
and that tie-down fees are now used to make repairs and minor
improvements to the tie-down area, e.g. , striping reflectors,
etc.
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Maryanov, and unanimously
carried, Smith abstaining, that the acquisition be approved,
as recommended.
26. COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS:
Mayor announced his appointments to the Tramway Board; after
which, it was moved by Bogert, seconded by Doyle, and unani-
mously carried, Smith abstaining, that reappointment of Hal
Williamson and appointment of Elliot Field to the Tramway
Board of Directors, for term ending September 19, 1987, be
approved.
Mayor noted that he has received request by the Historic
Site Preservation Board to delay filling current vacancy
to enable input regarding candidates for appointment.
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REPORTS & REQUESTS:
27. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - Receive & Order Filed
a) Library Trust Fund Report
b) Library Annual Report, 1982-83
City Librarian and Library were commended for the reports
and activities of the past year.
28. CITY COUNCIL reports or requests - None
29. PUBLIC reports or requests - None
30. STAFF reports or requests - None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at 8:30 p.m. , Mayor declared
the meeting adjourned, at which point, the Council reconvened
as the Community Redevelopment Aency.
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UDITH SUMICH
City Clerk