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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
MAY 20, 1987
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, May 20, 1987
at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Apfelbaum, Birer, Foster,
Smith and Mayor Bogert
Absent: None
The meeting was opened with the Flag Salute and a Moment of Silence.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: Report of City Clerk: Agenda posted
in accordance with Council policy on May 15, 1987.
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Mayor declared the meeting adjourned
for the purpose of convening as the Community Redevelopment Agency.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by Birer, seconded by Apfelbaum, and
unanimously carried, that the Minutes of May 6, 1987 be
approved.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. CUP 5.0430 & TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 21981 - SCE
Recommendation: That the Council approve a Conditional
Use Permit for a substation expansion, and a Tentative
Parcel Map for a two-lot subdivision, located on the north
side of Sunny Dunes Road, between Calle Los Amigos and (78)
Thornhill Road.
Planning Director reviewed Memorandum of Director of
Community Development, and stated that the project will
result in an upgrade of the existing substation site,
including undergrounding the line from the Eisenhower
Substation on Gene Autry Trail , and demolition of the
existing site; that the height of the switchracks was
a concern expressed at the study session, and would be
addressed by Ralph Hitchcock; and that the racks will
be as low profile as possible within the safety confines
of Edison 's process and this type of substation.
Mayor declared the hearing opened.
Ralph Hitchcock, SCE, 1700 Tahquitz-McCallum, stated that
the undergrounding of the 115kv line is a research and
development project, and a first in the system; that a
low-level decibel transformer will be required, and there
will be less sound from the site than there is currently;
that the horizontal structure support is 27-feet in height
and the vertical support for the lightning arrester is
17-feet; that ultimate width of the racks will be 44 feet;
' that landscaping will minimize the structures ; and that
underground and safety clearances require a racking of
that height.
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1. CUP 5.0430 & TPM 21981 (Continued)
There being no further appearances., the hearing was closed.
Councilman Foster commended Edison for its R&D effort, (78)
and expressed hope that the City and Edison can work
together to get more undergrounding of electrical lines '
in the community.
Resolution 16196 approving the CUP and Tentative Map as
recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved
by Foster, seconded by Smith, and unanimously carried,
that Resolution 16196 be adopted.
2. CDBG FUNDS, 1987-88
Recommendation: That the Council receive public comment
on the allocation of Community Development Block Grant
Funds for 1987-88.
Economic Development & Housing Specialist reviewed
Memorandum of Director of Community Development, detailing
the project suggested for funding totalling approximately
$1.2 million, including an item to be added for fire hydrant
improvements in the Desert Highland area; and stated that
the 1987-88 entitlement will be $340,000. (85)
Mayor inquired if anyone wished to be heard.
Dick Westerland, Senior Center Administrator, requested
that the Council approve $36,500 for architectural fees '
in connection with the facilities new location at the
Braille Institute site on Ramon Road; that the Center
currently has $300,000 cash to fund the project, and is
in a campaign effort to raise funds to be as self-sustaining
as possible; and that the site should be available to
them in 1988.
Grace Locum, Executive Director, Volunteer Center of
Riverside, spoke in support of its proposed project to
identify the demographics of the homeless, a total of
$46,660; that the City of Riverside has promised $5,000,
and the City of Palm Springs was being requested to fund
$2,000 (other cities ' participation to be via County CDBG
program).
Pat Shador (?) , Executive Director Camp Fire Girls,
requested support of its program to provide scholarships
for low income families for its Child Development Center
and Infant/Toddler Parent Education Program.
Tuck Broich, Chairman of the Senior Center Senior Advisory
Council , spoke in support of funding the full $57,500
for architectural services referred to by Mr. Westerland;
and that the limit per occurrence for the Senior Housing '
Rehabilitation Program be increased to $500 from $250,
as recommended by the Economic Development Commission.
There being no further appearances, the heariing was closed.
No action required at this time.
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3. WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES - DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS
Recommendation: That the Council place delinquent accounts
for residential waste disposal services ending June 30,
1987 on the tax rolls.
Director of Finance reported that the process is followed (140)
each year to place the delinquent charges on the tax rolls,
from which the City retains 10% for administrative costs
- about $7,300 this year; and that a Michael McGuire has
requested a delay on this matter, due to illness. He
stated that his staff will contact Mr. McGuire, but the
hearing should not be delayed.
Mayor declared the hearing opened.
George Goldberg, 1445 "Cesspool ," stated that he did not
receive service, was billed for service, did not pay for
it, and delinquency was placed on the tax roll , all contrary
to the City's contract; and that he has retained legal
counsel and will bring a lawsuit against the City.
Dan Forrest, 3187 Ventura Road, stated that he purchased
the property in late 1985, and was under the impression
that he had to request service, which he did not do; that
he had very little trash and disposed of it through his
place of employment outside of the City; and that he did
not have service and should not have to pay for it.
There were no further appearances, and the hearing was
closed.
City Manager stated that mandatory service was adopted
by the Council many years ago for all residences, whether
the occupant chooses to use it or not; and that if service
is not being provided, the occupant should contact Waste
Disposal Services first, and then the Department of
Transportation and Energy. He also stated that a
publication is in process which should answer this, and
other frequently asked questions.
Resolution 16197 as recommended, was presented; after
which, it was moved by Apfelbaum, seconded by Foster,
and unanimously carried, that Resolution 16197 be adopted.
4. SEWER SERVICE CHARGES - 1987-88
Recommendation: That the Council place sewer service
charges for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 1988 on the
tax rolls.
Director of Finance reported that the process is followed (140)
each year to place the service fee on the tax bill , thereby
' significantly reducing the cost to the City to bill for
and collect the fee.
Mayor declared the hearing opened; there were no
appearances, and the hearing was closed.
Resolution 16198 as recommended, was presented; after
which, it was moved by Birer, seconded by Smith, and
unanimously carried, that Resolution 16198 be adopted.
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5. ZTA 5.0400 - ZONING ORDINANCE REVISION
Recommendation: That the Council approve the updated
Zoning Ordinance, including repeal of Chapter 83 of the
Palm Springs Ordinance Code (Antenna Ordinance) and '
inclusion of it in the updated Zoning Ordinance; transfer
sections of the Zoning Text regarding truck and recreational
vehicle parking to the Municipal Code; add adult
entertainment regulations to the Municipal Code; add
pertinent sections of Ordinance 779 ( Indian lands) to (103)
the Zoning Ordinance; and update Ordinance 779 and add
it, Tribal Council Ordinance No. 5, and agreements between
the City and Tribal Council as appendices to the Zoning
Ordinance.
Planning Director reported that the Planning Commission
held numerous study sessions and public hearings over
the period of a year, and asked for comment from developers,
engineers, architects, and others; that staff was aware
of key concerns, and tried to update the language in the
code and streamline it wherever possible:, that, in the
main, it has met with the favor of the Tribal Council ,
and staff reviewed it in detail with the Tribal Council ;
that the adult entertainment ordinance will ] be rewritten
because of over-regulation. He stated that the specific
changes are outlined in the memorandum of the Director
of Community Development, and at the last study session,
Council suggested that those be reviewed in detail at
future study sessions with the Planning Commission.
Mayor declared the hearing opened; there were no
appearances, and the hearing was closed.
It was moved by Birer, seconded by Apfelbaum, and
unanimously carried, that this matter be tabled pending
further review.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a) George Goldberg stated that Rancho Mirage is approving
an RV subdivision, and Palm Springs is doing nothing
to get an RV park; commented on money spent by a former
City Manager to remodel his office, which he contended
was thereafter remodelled again; that he was contacting
the IRS and State Contractors Board concerning an
alleged contractor the City has retained; and that
if the City will contact him, he can provide locations
of code violations.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
6. CONVENTION CENTER CONTRACT - McDEVITT & STREET
Recommendation: That the Council approve Amendment No. 1 '
to contract with McDevitt & Street for construction of
the Convention Center, for a revised amount of $14,290,000.
Note: This item was reviewed as part of the CRA actions (139)
this date, and at the meeting of May 12, 198T.
Resolution 16199 approving amendment, as recommended,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Birer, seconded
by Apfelbaum, and unanimously carried, that Resolution
16199 be adopted.
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7. CONVENTION CENTER CONTRACT - CHANGE ORDERS
Recommendation: That the Council approve Change Orders
Nos. 1 through 6 to contract with McDevitt & Street for
construction of the Convention Center, for an increase (139)
of $184,963. Note: This item was reviewed as part of
the CRA actions this date, and at the meeting of May 12,
1987.
Minute Order 3920 approving Change Orders, as recommended,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Birer, seconded
by Apfelbaum, and unanimously carried, that Mintue Order
3920 be adopted.
8. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT (Ord Intro 5-6-87)
City Clerk read title of Ord 1284 regarding Land Use Permit
procedures for outdoor entertainment where alcoholic (103)
beverages are served; after which, it was moved by Smith,
seconded by Apfelbaum, and unanimously carried, that further
reading be waived, and that Ordinance 1284 be adopted.
9. HISTORIC SITE PRIORITY LIST
Recommendation: That the Council accept the Historic
Site Preservation Board' s priority list as the policy
document for designating City historic sites.
Planner Patenaude reviewed Memorandum of Director of (76)
' Community Development, which was reviewed in detail at
the last study session, noting that acceptance of the
list, does not constitute a designation of any of the
sites.
It was moved by Apfelbaum, seconded by Smith, and
unanimously carried, that the Board's priority list be
accepted as a policy document.
10. AIRPORT LOOP ROAD - CONSULTANT
Recommendation: That the Council approve selection of
Isbill Associates/Felsburg, Holt & Ullevig as the firm
to design and oversee the construction of the new Airport (51 )
entry road system; agreement for said services; and that
two Councilmembers be appointed to serve on a
design/steering committee for the project.
Director of Transportation & Energy reviewed his report,
and stated that the project is a full-service contract
from preliminary plans to field work throughout the project,
including grant documentation; that prices are lump sum
items, with the cost of landscaping design based on Dave
Hamilton ' s hourly rates as reimbursable to the consultant.
In answer to question by Council , Director stated that
the Master Plan Study considered traffic, parking, and
curb space in terms of numbers, but money was not included
for the consultant to do a layout of the roadway; David
Hamilton was requested to do a schematic, which was well
received; that the proposal will revise the numbers, and
develop the roadway to work with the front of the Airport,
including the actual design and engineering; and that
Isbill has joint ventured to do the project, and the role
will be to help work through the preliminary design, and
once completed, will proceed with the bid documents and
through construction of the project.
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10. AIRPORT LOOP ROAD (Continued)
MO 3921 approving amendment No. 4 to Agreement 2128, as
recommended, for a lump sum of $247,500, plus reimbursables,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Birer, seconded
by Apfelbaum, and unanimously carried, that Minute Order
3921 be adopted.
CONSENT AGENDA:
11. MO 3922 accepting proposal from R. F. Sweet & Associates, to
appraise 11 parcels which might be involved in a negotiated (51 )
relocation of Combs-Gales - Agr #2429.
12. MO 3923 awarding purchase of two crash/fire/rescue (CFR)
vehicles to Oshkosh Truck Corporation, for $548,236.01 - AIP-07, (117)
Agr #2430.
13. MO 3924 approving Change Order No. 1 to increase contract
with Massey Sand & Rock by $120,771.20 in connection with (51 )
the Airport South Ramp project - AIP -07, Agr #2416.
14. MO 3925 approving agreement with Graffam Graphics to provide
graphics in connection with Economic Impact Study being per- (51 )
formed by Foresite West, for $12,000 - Agr #2431.
15. Res 16200 amending the budget to appropriate a onetime
contribution of $5,000 to Desert Aids Project (documentation (61 ) ,
authorized by Council April 1, 1987) - Agr #2432.
16. Res 16201 approving one-year time extension of Planned
Development District 170 - Robert Warmington Company, for (116)
192 unit hotel on the SE corner of East Palm Canyon and Camino
Real .
17. Res 16202 approving final development plans for Phase I of
a 40-unit mobilehome park on the south side of the west end (116)
of Mesquite Avenue - Expo Enterprises.
18. Res 16203 approving final development plans for a 91 unit
hotel on the east side of Indian Avenue, south of Arenas Road, (116)
Lawrence Pierce.
19. Res 16204 amending the budget to appropriate $27,756 to refund
ER-74 Flood Grant monies to the State of California, for funds (61 )
advanced to the City in 1977.
20. Res 16205 amending the budget to appropriate $3,919 to CVAG
to fund a third-party review of the COLMAC/CABAZON Biomass- (61 )
Fueled Power Plant project near Mecca.
21. MO 3926 approving letter proposal from Conrad & Associates
to perform the June 30, 1987 financial audits, for $26,220, (58)
Agr #2433.
22. Res 16206, 16207 and 16208 relative to CRA repayment and
consolidation of Tahquitz Andreas Project area loans. (124)
23. Res 16209 approving Claims & Demands. (86)
24. Motion concurring in CRA Resolutions 468 through 471. (124)
It was moved by Apfelbaum, seconded by Smith, and
unanimously carried, that Resolutions 16200 through 16209,
Minute Orders 3922 through 3926, and the motion in Item
24, be adopted.
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OTHER LEGISLATIVE MATTERS: None
ADDED STARTERS: None
REPORTS & REQUESTS:
IV) 25. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - Received & Ordered Filed
a) Treasurer's Monthly - February, 1987 (120)
CITY COUNCIL reports or requests
a) Councilman Foster requested update on demolition and
cleanup of structures burned off Calle Encilia, north
of Amado Road.
PUBLIC reports or requests - None
STAFF reports or requests
a) City Manager requested Council contact City Clerk
regarding scheduling appointments for interview of
applicants to City boards or commissions.
b) Kmart Colors: City Manager requested Council interest
in pursuing a 3-person committee consisting of Planning
Commission, AAC and City Council to work with Mall
owners, and noted that it appeared clear the owners ( )
have approval to proceed with painting the north side
on Tahquitz, and intend to proceed within 30 days.
Councilwoman Apfelbaum suggested that Planning Director
should also be included, and Mayor requested that
she serve as Council representative, and he would
pursue other membership.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned.
-`\JUDITH SUMICH
City Clerk