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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
JULY 1, 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, July 1, 1987,
at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Members Apfelbaum, Birer, Foster, Smith
and Mayor Bogert
Absent: None
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
Report of City Clerk: Agenda posted in accordance with
Council policy on June 26, 1987.
COPMIUNITY 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 .
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS:
Mayor presented Employee Recognition Awards to Ron Troy,
Parks Division, and, Manny Rodriguez, Police.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by Smith, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
carried, that the Minutes of June 3, 1987 be approved.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
' 1. STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT 3
Recommendation: That the Council overrule protests and
confirm annual levy of assessments for maintenance of
street lights in the Crossley Tract for 1987-88. Director
of Community Development highlighted his report, and stated
that no written protests have been received.
Mayor declared the hearing opened; there were no appear-
ances, and the hearing was closed.
Resolution 16240 overruling protests and confirming assess-
ments as recommended, was presented; after which, it was
moved by Smith, seconded by Foster, and unanimously carried,
that Resolution 16240 be adopted.
2. STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT 4
Recommendation: That the Council overrule protests and
confirm annual levy of assessments for maintenance of
street lights on Divot, Par, Eagle & Birdie Way for 1987-88.
Director of Community Development highlighted his report,
and stated that there were no written protests filed.
' Mayor declared the hearing opened; there were no appear-
ances, and the hearing was closed.
Resolution 16241 overruling protests and confirming the
assessments as recommended, was presented; after which,
it was moved by Birer, seconded by Apfelbaum, and unani-
mously carried, that Resolution 16241 be adopted.
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3. PARKWAYS MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS 6A, 6B, AND 6C
Recommendation: That the Council overrule protests and
confirm annual levy of assessments for maintenance of
parkways in three areas of the City for 1.987-88. Director
of Community Development highlighted his report, and stated
that there were no written protests.
Mayor declared the hearing opened; there were no appear-
ances, and the hearing was closed.
Resolution 16242 overruling protests and confirming the
assessments as recommended, was presented; after which,
it was moved by Birer, seconded by Apfelbaum, and unani-
mously carried, that Resolution 1.6242 be adopted.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a) Tuck Broich, President Merchants and Citizens Associa-
tion, stated that MACA did not take action to oppose
the Wessman project (Welwood Plaza) , but voted against
changing the library from its present status.
b) Bill Tidd, 2980 E. Tahquitz-McCallum Way, Chairman
for the Bicentennial of the Constitution, stated that
a commission has been formed, and events planned to
commemorate the celebration of the signing of the
Constitution on September 1.7; and requested that the
Council join with the Cities of Palm Desert and Indio
in funding the cost of a fireworks display, estimated
to cost $10,000.
c) George Goldberg, Palm Springs, commented on what he ,
considered to be "losses" to the City, including Mary
Carlin, Councilmanic districts, Mental Health, Drug
& Alcohol Program, Braille Institute;, and swap meets;
and projected losses relating to the Auto Center and
Water Park.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
4. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - AUCTIONEERS & AUCTION SALES
Recommendation : That the Council amend the Municipal
Code to retain only those provisions concerning auction
sales which do not relate to licensing or regulations
pre-empted by State Law; to amend the Code to allow single
event auctions wherever public assembly is permitted under
a land use permit procedure subject to Planning Commission
findings and approval ; and to repeal provisions relating
to jewelry auctions. Director of Community Development
highlighted his report, which was reviewed in detail at
the study session.
City Clerk read title of the Ordinance, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRRINGS, CALIFORNIA, '
AMENDING CHAPTER 5.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO DELETE THOSE PROVISIONS WHICH REQUIRE SPECIAL
PERMITS FOR, AND REGULATE THE CONDUCT OF AUCTIONEERS
AND AUCTION SALES AND REPEALING CHAPTER 5. 32 OF THE
PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO JEWELRY AUCTIONS.
It was moved by Smith, seconded by Foster, and unanimously
carried, that further reading be waived, and that the
Ordinance be introduced for first reading.
Council Minutes
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5. ZONING TEXT REVISION
On May 20, 1987, Council conducted a public hearing on
consideration of revisions to the Zoning Ordinance, and
related actions, and continued further consideration pending
a review of the significant amendments included in it.
Planning Director reported that the Council overviewed
' the significant changes at the last study session, and
the maximum height in residential zones has been cut back
to eighteen feet, in accordance with that discussion;
that the recommendation is to adopt the ordinance for
120 days, during which further detailed review will take
place.
City Clerk read title of the Ordinances, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
INCLUDING INDIAN LAND SITUATED WITHIN THE BOUNDARY OF
THE CITY, ESTABLISHING LAND USE CLASSIFICATIONS; DIVIDING
THE CITY INTO ZONES; IMPOSING REGULATIONS, PROHIBITIONS
AND RESTRICTIONS FOR THE PROMOTION OF HEALTH, SAFETY
MORALS, CONVENIENCE, AND WELFARE; GOVERNING THE USE
OF LAND FOR RESIDENTIAL AND NON-RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES;
REGULATING AND LIMITING THE HEIGHT AND BULK OF BUILDINGS
AND OTHER STRUCTURES; LIMITING LOT OCCUPANCY AND THE ( 103)
SIZE OF YARDS AND OTHER OPEN SPACES; ESTABLISHING
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE AND DESIGN; ADOPTING A MAP
OF SAID LAND USE ZONES; CREATING BOARDS AND DEFINING
THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF SAID BOARDS; PRESCRIBING
PROCEDURES FOR CHANGES OF ZONE, CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS,
VARIANCES, AND OTHER PERMITS; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES
' FOR VIOLATIONS OF SAID ORDINANCE; AND REPEALING ALL
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH.
and
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
IDENTIFYING THE REGULATIONS FOR THE USE AND DEVELOPMENT
OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY, INCLUDING WATER RIGHTS,
SITUATED WITHIN THE EXTERIOR BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS WHICH IS LEASED FROM HELD OR USED UNDER
AGREEMENT WITH, BELONGING TO OR HELD IN TRUST FOR THE
AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS OR ANY MEMBER
OF SAID BAND, WHICH ARE SEPARATE AND SPECIFIC FOR SUCH
PROPERTY.
and
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
ADDING CHAPTER 11.96 TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE
REGULATING THE PARKING AND STORAGE OF VEHICLES IN RESI-
DENTIAL ZONES.
It was moved by Apfelbaum, seconded by Foster, and unani-
mously carried, further readings be waived, and that the
' Ordinances be introduced for first readings.
6. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS (Materials at study session)
A. Allocated Positions & Compensation Plans for 1987-88,
Matter not ready for action, to be rescheduled for
July 7, 1987
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CONSENT AGENDA:
7. MO 3957 awarding contract to Hendrickson Construction Inc.
to repair and realign two sanitary sewer lines - one in Avenida (128)
Caballeros and Baristo, and the other in San Raphael near
McCarthy Road; CP 86-28, Agr #2447.
8. MO 3958 approving Amendment No. 1 to agreement with CalTrans '
to increase allowable reimbursement for maintenance of (90)
Highway III at a new rate of $21. 30 per sweeping mile, up to
$38,000 per year.
9. Res 16243 amending the Comprehensive Fee Schedule to increase
sewer facility fees to $2,850 for each residential unit, with (114)
corresponding percentage increases for commercial , industrial ,
and hotel units, effective July 2, 1987.
10. Res 16244 and 16245 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims & (86)
Demands.
11. Motion concurring in CRA actions through this date. (124)
12. MO 3959 approving purchase of an Urban Transportation Planning
software package from Mohle, Grover and Associates for $7,500. (117)
13. MO 3960 approving proposed revision of the service driveway
for the Convention Center (matter previously reviewed in detail (139)
at study session of June 23) .
14. Res 16246 approving temporary removal of red curb along Belardo
Road for a distance of 300 feet along north side of Fashion (105)
Plaza, to create 15 parking spaces until projected traffic ,
volumes are reached.
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Apfelbaum, and unani-
mously carried, that Resolutions 16243 through 16246,
Minute Orders 3957 through 3960, and motion in Item 11
be adopted.
15. CONVENTION CENTER - CONSTRUCTION CHANGE ORDERS
On June 23, 1987 Council continued consideration of Change
Orders 7 - 12 to increase contract with McDevitt & Street
for construction of the Convention Center. Assistant
City Manager recommended that this matter be continued
to July 7. (139)
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Apfelbaum, and unani-
mously carried, that this matter be continued to July
7, 1987.
ADDED STARTERS (Determine eligibility for consideration) - None
COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
Mayor announced his appointment of Jeanne Mazur to the '
Library Board, for term ending June 30, 1,990, to succeed
Rosalyn Bronstein, (60)
It was moved by Birer, seconded by Apfelbaum, and
unanimously carried, that said appointment be approved.
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REPORTS & REQUESTS:
16. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - Received & Ordered Filed
a) Treasurer' s Monthly - April , 1987 (121)
17. CITY COUNCIL reports or requests - None
18. PUBLIC reports or requests - None
19. STAFF reports or requests - None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned to Tuesday, July 7, 1987, at 13 p.m.
�JUDITH SUMICH
City Clerk