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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 17, 1986
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs,
California, was called to order by Mayor Bogert, in the Council
Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz-McCallum Way, on Wednesday, September
17, 1986 at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Apfelbaum, Biker, Foster,
Smith and Mayor Bogert
Absent: None
The meeting was opened with the salute to the Flag and a Moment
of Silence.
COMMENDATIONS:
Mayor presented plaques to former Board/Commission members
Paul Hare (Personnel ) and Chris Mills (Energy) . (74)
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 .
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES:
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, and unanimously
carried, that the Minutes of August 12 and September 3,
1986 be approved.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. .P.D. 183 - J. WESSMAN (5.0406)
Recommendation: That the Council approve planned develop-
ment district to allow a car wash and commercial center
on the SW corner of Sunrise Way and Ramon Road, Section
23.
Planning Director reviewed report of Director of Community (116)
Development, and stated that the project is a resubmittal
in substantially the same form as that which was previously
seen by the City Council ; that it consists of a commercial
center, which doubles the commercial center coverage at
the intersection consistent with the General Plan, including
a car wash, retail and office use, with a pad site designa-
ted for future restaurant use. He stated that the Planning
Commission recommended approval , but had some concerns
about the site plan and traffic implications in terms
of movement, turning points for access, and on and off
site circulation; that the proposed resolution would require
a traffic study and further environmental assessment,
which could involve redesigning the site; and that the
Council could approve the PDD, including introduction
of the ordinance, or refer the site plan back to the Plan-
ning Commission for preliminary plan based on those studies,
before it takes final action on the POD.
Mayor declared the hearing opened.
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1. P.D. 183
Marty Amadur, representing Sun Flower Condominiums, stated
that the homeowners are especially opposed to the car
wash, based on traffic and noise concerns; that traffic
already makes turning left off Sunrise onto Camino Parocela
very difficult; that Police statistics show the intersection
at Ramon and Sunrise to have a greater number of accidents
than any other in the City; and that information given
to him suggests that the blower from the car wash would
register 70--90 decibels, but the noise level at the inter-
section is 43 decibels, which is 125 feet from the car
wash.
Thomas Mowan, Chairman of the School Board for the Seventh
Day Adventist Church School , spoke in opposition based
on increased traffic; and commented about the effect a
car wash would have on the neighborhood, ch'i 'dren going
to school in terms of safety, and maintenance of surrounding
property; and that the school is not opposed to a shopping
center or restaurant on the site.
Steve Gordon, Mesquite Country Club Phase 3, also commented
on the difficulty of turning onto Camino Parocela, and
urged denial of the project.
Mr. Wessman stated that the project would be a high-quality
project, well-maintained, and traffic studies show the
volumes of traffic on Sunrise and Ramon at 19,000 and
30,000 daily, with projections for double those figures
in the next decade, and the few additional cars generated
by the car wash would not create a significant impact,
' or pose a safety hazard greater than what already exists.
Mr. Amadur stated that the shopping center woes^ld generate
more than just the 125 cars for the car wash.
There being no further appearances, the hearing %=as closed.
Councilman Smith stated that lie remains opposed to a car
wash at this location., and suggested that the zoning for
the parcel should be reevaluated, since it has progressed
from residential , to professional , to light retail .
Councilwoman Apfelbaum stated that this is 'Che busiest
intersection in town, and she could not think of a more
commercial location.
Councilman Foster stated that the area is residential ,
and each time it was rezoned, there was recognition of
that fact; that retail was considered to recognize the
intersection, make the property productive, and still
protect the residential area across the street, but that
a car wash is one step too far.
Mr. Wessman stated that in view of the neighCorhood con-
cerns, and the apparent opposition by Council , he would
' withdraw his application.
Planning Director stated that it would be appropriate,
it desired, for the Council to return this matter to the
Planning Commission, for a rework of the site plan to
exclude a car wash, or other modifications for the site.
It was moved by Birer, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
carried, that this matter be tabled, and that the applicant
pursue a revised site plan through the Planning Commission.
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2. TPM 21270 - C. DUNHAM
Recommendation: That the Council approve a tentative
parcel map for a two-lot subdivision of hillside property
located approximately 200 feet west of Palm Canyon Drive,
north of Murray Canyon Drive, Section 34.
Planning Director reviewed Memorandum of Director of (119)
Community Development, and stated that the map is consistent
with previous approvals granted.
Mayor declared the hearing opened.
Gloria Stone, 2530 La Candessa, spoke in opposition to
the project, and stated that the exchange parcel was not
part of the previous consideration.
In answer to question by Council , Planning Director stated
that the exchange parcel was a part of the previous consid-
eration, and refers to condition of TTM 16495 to provide
access to a dedicated road; that the exchange parcel will
be conveyed to the adjacent property for access rights
over the adjacent: property - shown as Parcel One, which
conforms to Lot 20 on approved TTM 16495.
There being no further appearances, the hearing was closed.
Resolution 16004, approving TPM, as recommended, was
presented; after which, it was moved by Birer, seconded
by Apfelbaum, and unanimously carried, that Resolution
16004 be adopted.
PUBLIC COMMENTS '
a) Carolyn Toenjes, 1863 Park Drive, stated that since
CVAG acted to oppose the shipment of radioactive rods
through the Coachella Valley, litigation and pending
legislation have occurred, which could take two years
to complete, and the CHP has completed hearings on
its proposal to allow the transportation of all types
of hazardous materials on I-10. She stated that driver (98)
fatigue and leakage from the trucks could have
disastrous impacts on the Valley; and requested that
the Mayor request all CVAG cities to oppose the CHP
proposal for I-10 as well as any other roadway within
the CVAG sphere of influence, by October 6.
b) Ruth Licata, 530 N. Calle Marcus, stated that I-10
is dangerously close to the water spreading area at
Windy Point, and an accidental spill] could effect (98)
the underground water supply; and supported Mrs. Toenjes
request.
c) Tuck Broich, 1130 Manzanita, stated that the City
does not have to go out to bid on the Convention Center
kitchen, under the terms of the development agreement,
but he questioned what the City would be getting under
the proposed agreement, since there are no provisions '
for refund on purchase of the equipment, nor is there (139)
a ceiling on the amount of direct expenses. He stated
that he has talked with Murrays in Colton, and is
aware of other resources within driving distance,
and questioned what the response time would be from
the manufacturer, since most will be from Los Angeles,
or further distances.
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d) George Goldberg, Palm Springs, commented on an editorial
which appeared in 1984, regarding Braille, and its
impending move; and the lack of concern by the City
officials for other than their own pockets.
e) Dennis Hantla (?) requested information concerning
allowing horse-drawn carriages downtown. It was
suggested that he contact City Hall for submitting
a proposal .
1 LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
3. CONVENTION CENTER KITCHEN DESIGN
On September 3, 1986, Council continued consideration
of recommendation to approve an agreement with General
Hotel & Restaurant Supply Corp, for design of the Convention
Center Kitchen.
Economic Development & Housing Director stated that the (139)
previous concerns related to quick and efficient service,
cost refund on purchase of equipment, and competitiveness
of the bid. He stated that those aspects have been looked
at, and the staff and master developer recommendation
remain the same; that the hotel will use the same
consultant, which will provide cost efficiencies, since
the Convention Center catering initially will be handled
by the hotel ; that the consultant price is competitive,
and the record of servicing is excellent. In answer to
question by Council , he stated that the transportation
cost would be divided between the hotel and the Convention
Center based on relative percentages, i .e. , the hotel
has four times as much kitchen facility as the Convention
Center.
Councilman Foster stated that for purposes of a project
of this magnitude, he considered "local " to be the Southern
California area, and supported efforts to find a local
purveyor, who could do the job for less, and provide better
service; and that service in the future will be from the
manufacturer, and not the Florida based consultant. fie
also stated that he was opposed to simply accepting all
subcontractors of the Texas-based prime contractor, and
that local sources should be used wherever possible, and
bids obtained.
Councilman Smith stated that to him, "local " meant Palm
Springs; and the Council needed to rely on staff in this
type of case.
Councilman Birer stated that the Council should also rely
on the developer, and recognize the cooperation that is
needed to make sure everything matches.
Councilwoman Apfelbaum stated that she supported the use
of local resources, however, this project is already commit-
ted, and is not at a point to change direction.
Minute Order 3798, approving the agreement, as recommended,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Apfelbaum,
seconded by Birer, and carried, by the following vote,
that Minute Order 3798 be adopted - Agr H2346:
AYES: Apfelbaum, Birer, Smith & Bogert
NO: Foster
ABSENT: None
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4. SCHOOL DISTRICT - JOINT USE OF FACILITY AGREEMENT
Recommendation: That the Council approve agreement with
School District for joint use of facilities, for three
years ending August 31, 1989.
Director of Community Services highlighted his report, (126)
and stated that with minor modifications, the rero agreement
is a continuation of the previous terms and conditions.
Resolution 16005 approving the agreement, as recommended,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Birer, seconded
by Apfelbaum, and unanimously carried, that Resolution
16005 be adopted - Agr #2347.
5. AIRPORT - JIMSAIR
Recommendation: That the Council approve a settlement
agreement with Jimsair, and Supplement Agreement No. 1
to its lease.
Director of Transportation & Energy reported that this
matter was reviewed at the last study session; that the
Airport Commission, was originally opposed, but further
negotiations were concluded, and rather than leasing the
the additional five acres, four one-year paid options
have been agreed to, in the form of an Options Agreement,
which the Commission approved this date.
Minute Orders 3799, 3800 and 3801, approving the Settlement
Agreement (1764A) , Amendment No. 1 to Agreement 1764,
and an Option Agreement (1764B) , were presented; after (51)
which, it was moved by Birer, seconded by Foster, and
unanimously carried, that Minute Orders 3799 through 3801
be adopted.
6. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT (Ord. Intro 9-3-86)
a) City Clerk read title of Ordinance 1274, regarding
emergency access to private developments; after which,
it was moved by Foster, seconded by Birer, and unani-
mously carried, that further reading be waived, and (103)
Ordinance 1274 be adopted.
CONSENT AGENDA:
7. MO 3802 approving Supplemental Agreement No. 1to Airline
Use Agreement 2345 with United Airlines, for additional (51)
space.
8. Res 16006 opposing Prop. 61, the Gann Initiat-1ve, on the
November 4, 1986 Ballot. (98)
9. Res 16007 approving acquisition of property at 705 Palm
Avenue, Section 19, for ultimate right-of-way for El Cielo (136)
Road, from K. Clark, in amount of $58,000.
10. Res 16008 amending the Allocated Positions & Compensation
Plans to change classification from Wastewater Collection (61)
System Maintenance Worker II to Wastewater Collection System
Lead Worker, Range G24.
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11. MO 3803 authorizing filing TDA claim with SCAT for $195,796,
for maintenance of local streets. (136)
12. MO 3804 through 3810 (7) approving supplements to airline
use agreements, to adjust rates and charges, effective October (51)
1, 1986, through September 30, 1989. (AirCal #2159; Alaska
#1658; American #734; TWA #2154; Skywest #2155°, United #2345;
Western #2176) ; and Res 16009 approving amendment to standard
form for airline use agreements.
13. Res 16010 accepting and approving grant amendment No. 1
to AIP 06, to increase the allowable reimbursement by $35,730, (51)
for the Airport baggage claim addition.
14. MO 3811 approving rate increases for the Airport parking
lot concession with APCOA, effective October 1, 1986. (51)
15. Item regarding T-Hangars, withdrawn from agenda.
16. 110 3812 approving purchase of Community Services Department
brochures from sole supplier, Desert Publications, in amount (50)
of $10,000, for two publications.
17. Res 16011 establishing a Service Authority for Freeway
Emergencies (SAFE), and designating Riverside County (90)
Transportation Commission as the public agency, therefore.
18. MO 3813 awarding contract to Sunair Paving Co. , Inc. , for
parking 'lot and landscape modifications at the old police (11.3)
building, in amount of $28,959 - CP 85-63, Agr #2349.
19. MO 3814 awarding contract to Mitchell Pacific Constructors
Inc. , for modification of the golf course pump station at (92) '
the Municipal Golf Course, in amount of $44,200 - CP 85-45,
Agr #2350.
20. MO 3815 awarding contract to Massey Sand & Rock Co. , for
resurfacing Indian Avenue, between vista Chino and Oasis (117 &
Road; and resurfacing Fire Station No.. 1 parking lot, in 136)
amount of $149,451 - CP 83-22, Agr #2351. (Note: Although
he owns property in this area, City Attorney advised
that Councilman Smith did .not have a conflict of interest).
21. Res 16012 approving pass.-through agreement with the School
District for PA8 - 8aristo-Farrell - Agr #2352'.. (124)
22. Res 16013 approving Claims & Demands. (86)
23. Motion concurring in CRA Res. 426, and 428 through 431, (124)
446 and 447.
24. Res 16014 amending the Allocated Positions & Compensation
Plans to provide a management reorganization for the Airport. (61)
25. Res 16015 approving additional continuing appropriation
from 1985-86 into 1986-87 fiscal year. (61)
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Apfelbaum, and unani-
mously carried, that Minute Orders 3802 through 3815 and
Resolutions 16006 through 16015 be adopted.
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26. WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION
Recommendation: That the Council approve agreement with
Fleming & Associates for consultation and statistical
management of the self-insured worker's compensation insur-
ance program, for 1986-87, in amount of $5,664.
(96)
' Resolution 16016, approving agreement as recommended,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Smith, seconded
by Birer, and unanimously carried, that Resolution 16016
be adopted.
REPORTS & REQUESTS
27. CITY COUNCIL reports & requests - None
28. PUBLIC reports or requests - None
29. STAFF reports or requests - None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned to Tuesday, September 30, 1986, at 3 p.m. , in
the Large Conference Room, City Hall .
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JUDITH SUMICH
City Clerk
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