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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
JANUARY 18, 1989
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs,
California, was called to order by Mayor Bono, in the Council
Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz-McCallum Way, on Wednesday, January 18,
1989, at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Apfelbaum, Broich, Foster,
Neel and Mayor Bono
Absent: None
The meeting was opened with the salute to the Flag, and a moment
of silence.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
Report of City Clerk: The agenda was posted in accordance
with Council policy on January 13, 1989.
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 MINUTES:
It was moved by
mously carried,
be approved.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. CDBG PROGRAM
Apfelbaum, seconded by Broich, and unani-
that the minutes of December 29, 1988,
Recommendation: That the Council approve reprogramming
of $296,228 CDBG funds into new eligible projects, i.e.,
funding a parking lot for the boys and girls club; improve-
ments to the emergency shelter for the homeless; improve-
ments to, and drug counseling at, the Desert Highland
Unity Center; street improvements in the Crossley Tract;
a transitional shelter, and housing rehabilitation. (Note:
see also public comments in CRA Minutes this date re use
of Casa del Camino for transitional housing site.)
Housing Coordinator reviewed the staff report„ describing
each of the projects, and the recommended allocation for
each, including $100,000 for transitional housing but
not site specific.
Councilmember Foster stated that he has a contract for
an addition to the Boys/Girls Club, and although the CDBG
appropriation would not financially affect him, he would
abstain on the appearance of conflict.
Mayor declared the hearing open.
Dale Klemp (spoke during CRA meeting) submitted her previous
comments in support of funding for transitional housing
by the Desert Soroptomist Clubs.
Joanne Di'Amico, County Housing Authority, spoke in favor
of funding lighting for the emergency shelter; and stated
that the Authority supports a contribution toward selecting
a transitional housing site.
(85)
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1. CDBG PROGRAM (Continued)
Dr. Friedman, 3200 Belardo (?), stated that he has tried
to establish a halfway house, and supports a city effort
to spend the time and money to accomplish a transitional
house.
Anne Dickson, Soroptomist, stated that both Supervisor
Larsen, and Congressman McCandless support the transitional
housing project.
Rosemary Sweet, spoke in support of funds for the emergency
shelter; and stated that she felt much has been done to
combat drug abuse.
Katherine McMillan, supervisor of services for Catholic
Charities, 330 Valmonte Norte, stated that the chemical
dependency program at the Desert Highland Unity Center
has been well attended; that any funding to help continue
the program is appreciated; that the emergency shelter
has been very successful, i.e., in the winter and summer;
that playground equipment is needed.
Fredrick Slack, on -site counselor at the Unity Center,
stated that the drug abuse and counseling program has
been successful, and more of the community is educated
to the fact that help is available; and that a recovery
home is needed.
Jim Kosten, Director of the Boys Club, stated that a 2,000
square foot addition will expand the facilities to include
the same type of programs for girls; that funds are needed
to complete the parking lot and landscape to match the
existing improvement.
There were no further appearances, and the hearing was
closed.
Councilmember Broich suggested that the recommendations
be accepted, however, that both the emergency shelter
and unity center allocations be increased by $5,000, and
that the Crossley Tract street improvement allocation
be decreased by $10,000.
In answer to question by Council, Housing Coordinator
stated that the total cost for the Crossley Tract street
improvements is in excess of $100,00, and other funding
sources will need to be found, and a $90,000 allocation
rather than $100,000 would not be detrimental to the
project.
Councilmember Apfelbaum stated that if changes are going
to made, they should be reviewed in study session, and
the Council should not act rashly.
Mayor stated that in this instance, the Housing Coordinator
has provided all of the information as to the affect of
making a change, and since it would not be a problem, he
agreed with the suggestion to shift the $10,000.
Resolution 16669, approving additional projects for 1988-89,
revising allocations to reflect $13,000 for the emergency
shelter, $15,000 for drug counseling at the Unity Center,
and $90,000 for the Crossley Tract street improvements,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Broich, seconded
by Bono, and unanimously carried, Foster abstaining, that
R16669 be adopted.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a) George Goldberg stated that he thought it was stupid
to spend $50,000 for sidewalks for eighteen doctors;
that the City is only increasing its deficit by pursuing
litigation concerning the parking of his RV, which
he intends to take to the Supreme Court; and stated
his previously expressed opinion about certain staff
members.
b) Jerry Ransom, owner of a small hotel, expressed his
interpretation of the membership of the new CVB, and
stated that Palm Springs does not have a member on
the board, and it will be on the losing end while
putting up the most money; that he was told that the
money remaining from Room Taxes would be used to promote
the City, but it was his understanding that other
city departments are fighting for it.
Mayor stated that the remaining funds have not been
allocated, and no one is fighting over it; that Mr.
Ransom's comments •reflected "inaccurate data, and data
which was omitted.
City Manager stated that Palm Springs is equally repre-
sented on the board.
c) Mrs. Ruth Dash, n28 North Palm Canyon, stated that
she rents a store in front of the Monte Vista Hotel,
and her gas was turned off, but she can smell it inside;
that she called and has not received, any help,; and
that she was very much afraid.
Staff was directed to act quickly to help resolve
her problem.
d) Sherry Scherotter, 320 Camino del Sur, read a prepared
statement concerning the keeping of a mountain lion
by her neighbor, and her fear for the safety of her
and her family (copy on file with the City Clerk).
She submitted a list of neighbors who are concerned,
referred to a petition which was previously filed
with the City., and submitted letters, all in support
of action by the City to prohibit the keeping of wild
animals in residential neighborhoods.
Mike Helm, 651 N. Be4ardo, reiterated Mrs. Scherotter's
concerns, and described an experience he had while
walking his dog, when he discovered -the lion was in
the neighborhood - the owner had the animal on the
street - somewhat hidden in the bushes, and noted
that he no longer feels safe in walking the dog in
that area. He stated that this type of wild animal
cannot be domesticated.
Mayor requested that this matter be brought to a study
session for discussion.
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e) Norm Peters (see also CRA Minutes) stated that no
one has come up with a plan to bring $400,000-600,000
in taxes from the Casa del Camino property, and he
believes there is a conflict of interest on the part
of the Project Area Committee, and if it is not solved,
he will file an injunction regarding the demolition;
he asked if the Council's action was final (affirma-
tive).
City Manager stated that if Mr. Peters is aware of
any conflicts, he should bring those specifics to
his attention, or the City Attorney, for follow-up.
f) Jeremy Crocker, 330 W. Arenas, noted that wind power
additions are proposed for both Tehachapi and Windy
Point; explained SCE "peak shaving" and submitted
a graph showing the MKW generated each month since
1986 through August, 1988, and stated that the lesser
production in 1987 was due to blade overhaul.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
2. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Recommendation: That the Council endorse the Hazardous
Waste Management Plan for Riverside County; and direct
the Planning Department to analyze the options available
to address a City Hazardous Waste Management Plan. Fire
Chief noted that this matter had been reviewed in detail (123)
at the last study session, and no further report was given.
Resolution 16670, endorsing the plan, as recommended,
was presented; after which, it was moved by Broich, seconded
by Apfelbaum, and unanimously carried, that R16670 be
adopted.
3. DOWNTOWN FARMER'S MARKET
Recommendation: That the Council approve a change in
the location of a downtown Farmer's Market from Tahquitz
Way to a location one block north of Amado Road, between
Palm Canyon and Belardo; approve the closure of a portion
of Belardo during the event hours; and rescind Res 16654.
Director of Community Development reported that Main Street ( )
requested this matter be continued to the next meeting.
So ordered.
4. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - NOISE DISTURBANCES BY ANIMALS
Recommendation: That the Council amend the Municipal
Code to add a standard of reasonableness (to prevent
arbitrary enforcement of the code provision) relative
to noise disturbances by animals. City Attorney stated
that this was reviewed at the last study session, and
is a housekeeping matter to comply with recent court
decision. (103)
City Clerk read title of the Ordinance as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SECTION 10.28.020 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO NOISE DISTURBANCES BY ANIMALS.
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Broich, and unanimously
carried, that further reading be waived, and that the
Ordinance be introduced for first reading.
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ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: (Satisfied agenda posting require-
ments; materials at study session)
5A. CDBG - SUNRISE VILLAGE: LA14DSCAPE ARCHITECT
Recommendation: That the Council approve agreement; with
TKD Associates, Inc., for landscape architectural services (85)
for the Sunrise Village Mobile Home Park, to be funded
through CDBG, for $8,400 - A2663. This item was reviewed
in study session, and no further report was givens
MO 4307 approving agreement as recommended, was presented;
after which, it was moved by Apfelbaum, seconded by Neel,
and unanimously carried, that MO 4307 be adopted.
5B. CDBG - SUNRISE VILLAGE: CARPORTS - CONSTRUCTION
Recommendation: That the Council award contract to Wessman
Development Company, for installation of 175 prefabricated
carports at the Sunrise Village Mobile Home Park, for (85)
$83,800, to be funded through CDBG - A2664.
MO 4308 awarding contract as recommended, was presented;
after which, it was moved by Broich, seconded by Foster,
and unanimously carried, that MO 4308 be adopted.
CONSENT AGENDA:
6. Res 16671 approving amendments
to the Allocated Positions and
Compensation Plans, concerning
reorganizations in the
Building
(61.)
Division; and in the Department.- of Aviation and (Energy.
7. Res 16672 authorizing access to
peace officer personnel
records
(11.0)
for the Assistant City Manager and
Personnel Director.
8. MO 4309 approving Change Order
3 (final) to increase
contract
with Al Miller & Sons Roofing by
$5,897, to complete the
reroof-
(11.7)
ing of various city facilities -
A2608, CP87-43.
9. MO 4310 approving amendment to A2628 with the Holt Group, for
engineering services for street improvements in the Crossley (136)
Tract for a fee increase of $1?,838 (total contract $27,282).
10. Res 16673 approving Payroll Warrants. (86)
11. Res 16674 authorizing negotiation for performance of entrance
work at the McCallum Preserve, on a time and materials basis. (109)
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Apfellbaum, and unani-
mously carried, that Resolutions 16671 through 16674 and
MO 4309 and 4310 be adopted.
REPORTS & REQUESTS:
12. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - Received & Ordered Filed
a) Treasurer's Monthly - October, 1988 (121)
b) Redevelopment Agency Compliance Audit, 6-30-88.
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22,C)
CITY COUNCIL reports or requests
a) Council requested that applications for appointment
to the new CVB hospitality committee be available
in the City Clerk's Office, and current commissioners
be made aware of the recruitment. Note: applications
are to be filed with the City Hall in Rancho Mirage.
PUBLIC reports or requests - None
STAFF reports or requests - None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned to a Closed Session, pursuant to Government
Code 6250 et seq., as interpreted by California Attorney
General in 62 Ops.Atty,Gen, 150, 65 Ops.Atty.Gen. 416,
to discuss a confidential memorandum from the City Manager;
after which, the Closed Session was further adjourned,
pursuant to GC 54957, to Tuesday, January 24, 11989, at
Jimsair, 145 S. Gene Autry Trail, and opened to the public
in study session format at 1:30 p.m., at said Vocation;
and further adjourned to Wednesday, January 25, 1989,
at 6:30 p.m., to conduct a joint dinner meeting with the
City Council of Cathedral City, at the Maxim's Hotel.
ADITH
SUMICH
City Clerk