HomeMy WebLinkAbout18463 - RESOLUTIONS - 9/7/1994 RESOLUTION NO. 1.8463
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 232 (CASE 5 . 0667 PD-232)
' FOR THE AGUA CALIENTE INDIAN GAMING FACILITY
LOCATED ON A SITE OF APPROXIMATELY 10 .3 ACRES
GENERALLY BOUND BY AMADO ROAD, CALLE EL
SEGUNDO, ANDREAS ROAD AND CALLE ENCILIA, R-4-
VP AND RESORT OVERLAY ZONES, SECTION 14 .
WHEREAS, the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians (Tribe) , in
association with Caesars Palm Springs Management Company, Inc .
(Caesars) , have submitted an application for a Planned Development
District (PD) for an Indian Gaming Facility (gaming facility) ; and
WHEREAS, the gaming facility is proposed to built in two phases and
will entail approximately 75, 000 square feet in Phase I and up to
119, 000 square feet in Phase II; and
WHEREAS, the proposed gaming facility will operate 24-hours per day
and will include gaming, restaurant and entertainment uses ; and
WHEREAS, the gaming facility is required to provide at least 625
parking spaces in phase I and will accommodate this requirement
with surface parking on-site and on adjacent parcels, if such land
is acquired by the Tribe and Caesars, or an on-site one-deck
parking facility will be provided; and
WHEREAS, the gaming facility is required to provide at least 1094
' parking spaces, which number will be further refined prior to the
construction of Phase II, and such required parking will be
accommodated by an up to four story parking structure; and
WHEREAS, the number of parking spaces displaced on the Post Office
property will be required to be relocated in proximity to the Post
Office property; and
WHEREAS, the PD application requests flexibility with regard to the
development standards set forth in the City of Palm Springs Zoning
Ordinance;
WHEREAS, the setback is reduced along A.mado Road with the proposed
parking facility; and
WHEREAS, a portion of the proposed gaming facility and parking
structure, as well as the porte cochere, landscape planters, light
fixtures, entry archways and surface parking spaces encroach into
the public rights-of-way until such time the rights-of-way are
vacated; and
WHEREAS, that which is listed above which encroaches into the
right-of-way will require the approval of an encroachment license
until such time the subject streets are vacated; and
WHEREAS, the PD proposal will result in the demolition of the Spa
Hotel and Hilton Hotel tennis courts and related parking and the
relocation of the Hilton Hotel tennis courts and related parking;
WHEREAS, the Tribe has also requested approval of a General Plan
Amendment and Zoning Text Amendment as related to the gaming
facility; and
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WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution No._ for the
Mitigated Negative Declaration; and
WHEREAS, notice of public hearings of the Planning Commission and
the City Council to consider and approve, respectively, the: subject
applications and the Mitigated Negative Declaration, and notice of
the CEQA public review period for the Environmental Assessment was
published in the Desert Sun on August 1, 1994, and mailed out to '
property owners within 400 feet- of the project boundary and other
interested parties; and
WHEREAS, the proposed General Plan Amendment, Zoning Text
Amendment, PD, DDA, Option Agreement and other related actions
discussed in the Environmental Assessment are considered "projects"
pursuant to the terms of CEQA and a Mitigated Negative Declaration
has been prepared for the project and has been distributed for
public review and comment in accordance with CEQA as discussed
above; and
WHEREAS, the Mitigated. Negative Declaration prepared for the
project finds that the proposed project will not have a significant
negative impact on the environment; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission at a public hearing held on August
24, 1994, carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence
presented in connection with the: hearing on the project, including
but not limited to the staff report and the environmental data
including but not limited to the Environmental Assessment and
related comments and voted in favor (4-0 ; 2 absent) of the project;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully reviewed and considered all
of the evidence presented in connection with the hearing on the ,
project, including but not limited to the staff report and the
environmental data including but not limited to the Environmental
Assessment and related comments .
THE CITY COUNCIL HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS :
Section 1 : Pursuant to CEQA, the City Council finds as follows :
a. The final Mitigated Negative Declaration has been
completed in compliance with CEQA, the State CEQA GULidelineS
and the City' s CEQA procedures . The City Council has
independently reviewed and considered the information
contained in the Environmental Assessment/Mitigated Negative
Declaration and finds that it adequately discusses the
potential significant environmental effects of the proposed
project (land use, traffic/circulation, parking, air quality,
noise, aesthetics, geology/soils, water quality, drainage,
public utilities, socioeconomic, public safety,
archaeological/historic resources and light and glare) , and
that on the basis of the Environmental Assessment and comments
received during the public review process, there will be no
adverse environmental effects as a result of the approval of
the project because mitigation measures identified in the
Environmental Assessment/Mitigated Negative Declaration have
been incorporated into the project which mitigate any '
potential significant environmental effects to point
acceptable within the community. The mitigation measures are
adopted in the Conditions of Approval of this project as
outlined in Exhibit A (as on file in the Office of the City
Cleric) of this Resolution. The City Council further finds
that the Environmental Assessment/Mitigated Negative
Declaration reflects its independent judgement .
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b. The Mitigation Monitoring Program is in compliance with
Public Resources Code Section 21081 . 6 and is required in order
to assure compliance with the above referenced mitigation
measures during project implementation. These mitigation
measures are referenced in the Conditions of Approval of this
project as outlined in Exhibit A (as on file in the Office of
the City Clerk) of this Resolution.
c . Pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 711 .4, this project
has a de minimis impact on fish and wildlife .
Section 2 : Pursuant to Section 9403 . 00 of the Zoning Ordinance,
the City Council finds that :
a. The use applied for at the location set forth in the
application are properly ones for which a Planned Development is
authorized by the City' s Zoning Ordinance .
The Zoning Ordinance, with the approval of a Planned Development
District, allows for an Indian gaming facility on trust lands of
the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation - Tribal lands only. The
proposed gaming facility will be appropriately located such that it
will complement the surrounding hotels, convention center and
commercial element of the downtown area. The proposed gaming
facility will be located in proximity to two high-density
condominium complexes; required conditions and mitigation measures
regarding landscaping, grading and building design, will ensure
that any visual impact is minimized, such that the location is
appropriate for the development of the Indian gaming facility.
b. The proposed gaming facility is necessary or desirable for the
development of the community, is in harmony with the various
' elements or objectives of the General Plan and is not detrimental
to existing uses or to future uses specifically permitted in the
zone in which the gaming facility is to be located.
The proposed gaming facility is in harmony with the goals and
objectives of the General Plan such that it will be located in an
area designated Resort Commercial . The gaming facility will
promote Resort Commercial objectives and policies by providing
entertainment for this resort oriented area in which the gaming
facility will be located; additionally, the gaming facility is to
be located in proximity to the convention center, resort hotels and
commercial uses, adding to the General Plan Objective 3 . 23
regarding the "establishment of a unique district which capitalizes
on the presence of the Palm Springs Convention Center. . . " The
gaming facility will also further General Plan objectives by
strengthening the pedestrian linkage to the downtown area by use of
such elements as creative landscaping, decorative paving and street
lighting and by creating tourism enhancing development . With the
proposed mitigation measures the use will not be detrimental to
existing uses as stated in these findings, and will enhance
surrounding property and promote the development of resort uses
within the zone, consistent with the goals of the General Plan.
c . The site for the intended use is adequate in size and shape to
accommodate said use, including yards, setbacks, walls or fences,
' landscaping and other features required in order to adjust said use
to those existing or permitted future uses of land in the
neighborhood.
The site is an appropriate one for the proposed use, however,
flexibility with regard to certain development standards is being
requested. The gaming facility proposal includes encroachment into
required setbacks, the reduction of the required landscape
percentage and light standards measuring higher than the maximum
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height set forth in the Zoning Ordinance . Calle Encil.ia and
Andreas Road adjacent to the gaming facility are proposed to be
vacated; when this occurs, the gaming facility will not encroach
into required setbacks nor rights-of-way. However, until such
time, encroachment permits will be issued to permit the facility,
including portions of the building, the parking structure,
landscape planters, light fixtures, parking spaces and t'he porte
cochere to encroach into the rights-of-way. '
The gaming facility building and parking structure will be
conditioned to maintain a 1 : 1 setback along Calle E1 Segundo.
Setbacks along Amado will be reduced to a minimum of 20 feet along
a portion of Amado; however, this elevation is not directly
adjacent to or across the street from any existing residential
development and will entail appropriate landscaping to create a
buffer for this reduced setback..
The light fixtures will be required to be no greater than 18 feet
high as per a mitigation measure within the Environmental
Assessment along Calle El Segundo since condominiums are located
across the street along Calle El Segundo. The light fixtures have
been proposed at a maximum height of 30 feet in other areas not
fronting along Calle El Segundo such that they will not negatively
impact sensitive land uses,, a mitigation measure is also included
which requires a lighting plan for the purpose of additional
analysis and possibly additional requirements regarding light
spillage toward the condominiums and the Hilton Hotel .
Additionally, a condition will require all light fixtures to be no
higher than 18 feet, with the possibility to increase the height
from 22 to 24 feet upon the review of a detailed ]Lighting plan. If
developed with these restrictions, the use of the site as a gaming
facility will be appropriately adjusted so that impacts on existing
and future uses of surrounding property will be minimized and not '
adverse .
d. That the site for the proposed use relates to the streets and
highways properly designed and improved to carry the type and
quantity of traffic to be generated by the proposed use .
A traffic study was prepared for this project which indicates the
circulation system is currently designed so that the proposed
project can be accommodated. The gaming facility will operate 24
hours per day and will create traffic patterns which differ from
the normal commuter hours; traffic will be spread out throughout
the day and evening. A mitigation measure will require the
potential contribution for the future improvement of Alejo Road.
The Environmental Assessment concludes that no 'intersections will
be degraded below level of service B by the project .
e . That the conditions to be imposed as contained in Exhibit A
and shown on the approved site plan are deemed necessary to protect
the public health, safety and general welfare including any minor
modifications to the zone' s property development: standards .
Required conditions and, mitigation measures of the Environmental
Assessment will ensure that the modifications to the development
standards as discussed above will ensure the public health, safety '
and general welfare . Specifically, the project will be required to
comply with conditions and mitigation measures regarding but not
limited to, noise, light, construction practices, drainage, site
design, landscaping, parking and security. These conditions will
ensure that the gaming facility will be designed such that it is
appropriately located and will not negatively impact the public
health, safety and general welfare.
f . The proposed change of zone from R-4-VP to PD-232 is in
conformity with the General Plan such that this PD will allow for
the Indian Gaming Facility which will contribute to the furthering
of the General Plan goals and policies . Goals which will be
furthered by this change of zone include enhancing the resort
commercial areas, providing a pedestrian connection to the
downtown, increasing the potential for tourism, contributing to the
' "establishment of a unique district which capitalizes on the
presence of the Palm Springs Convention Center. . . , " and by
providing and encouraging resort and entertainment uses in this
location adjacent to the downtown and the Convention Center
district.
g. The proposed change of zone from R-4-VP to Planned Development
District 232 is necessary and proper at this time and is not likely
to be detrimental to the adjacent properties as set forth in the
Environmental Assessment/Mitigated Negative Declaration. The
conditions as well as the mitigation measures will ensure that the
proposed PD, in lieu of a zone change, will not negatively impact
the adjacent properties; special focus is placed on the properties
to the east containing high density residential uses . Conditions
will ensure the adequate use of landscaping and design methods for
softening and/or buffering of elevations across the street from the
condominiums, ensure that security measures are utilized such as
the use of video surveillance, ensure the restriction of hours of
deliveries and will require a study focussing on eliminating any
potential for light spillage toward the condominiums .
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the
City Council approves the Planned Development District 5 . 0667 PD-
232 , subject to those conditions set forth in the attached Exhibit
A (as on file in the Office of the City Clerk) , which are to be
' satisfied prior to the issuance of certificates of occupancy unless
otherwise specified, and hereby certifies the Negative Declaration
(Exhibit A of the CEQA Resolution) and the Mitigation Monitoring
Program, as set forth in the attached Exhibit A (as on File in the
Office of the City Clerk) .
ADOPTED this 7th day of September 1994 .
AYES : Members Hodges, Lyons, Kleindienst, Reller-Spurgin and Mayor Maryanov
NOES : None
ABSENT: None
ATTEST: CITY OF PALM SPRIN CALIFORNIA
City Clerk y Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED
RESOLUTION NO. 18463
EXHIBIT A
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 5 . 0667-PD-232
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL '
Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below
shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the
Director of Planning, the Chief of Police, the Fire Chief or their
designee, depending on which department .recommended the condition.
Any agreements, easements or covenants required to be entered into
shall be in a form approved by the City Attorney.
ENGINEERING:
CIRCULATION STUDY
1 . The developer shall prepare a circulation and access
study focused on the Post Office . The study will identify
any improvements necessary to ensure acceptable access to
the Post Office for. patrons . The study will be reviewed
and approved by the City and the Postal Service . Any
improvements shall be the responsibility of the project
proponents and shall be carried out during Phase I
construction.
PHASE I
TRAFFIC SIGNALS '
2 . The developer shall provide for the future installation
of traffic signals, associated loop detectors and
equipment when traffic: warrants are met by (a) providing
an easement for installation and maintenance of said
loops, (b) not vacating that portion of the street where
loop detectors will be installed, or (c) other mitigation
measure acceptable to the City Engineer at the following
intersections :
Indian Canyon Drive North @ Andreas Road
Amado Road @ Calle Encilia
Amado Road @ Calle E1 Segundo
Calle E1 Segundo @ Andreas Road
2a. The developer shall relocate appurtenant structures, as
required by the City Engineer, relating to and including
the pedestrian signal at the intersection of Indian
Canyon Drive North and Andreas Road.
AMADO ROAD '
3 . Any improvements within the street right-of-way require
a City of Palm Springs Encroachment Permit . Work shall be
allowed according to Resolution 17950 - Restricting
Street Work on Major and Secondary Thoroughfares .
4 . All broken or off grade CURB, GUTTER, AC PAVEMENT, AND
SIDEWALK shall be repaired or replaced.
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ANDREAS ROAD
5 . The developer shall process the vacation of ANDREAS ROAD
as determined from Item # 1 above from INDIAN CANYON
DRIVE NORTH to CALLE EL SEGUNDO. Developer shall be
responsible for final resolution of all utilities,
demolition of all existing improvements, reconstruction
of affected intersecting streets and coordination of
improvements with adjacent property owners, if
applicable, for the street vacation. All agreements and
improvement plans relative to the above mentioned items
shall be approved by the City Engineer prior to the
submittal of the street improvement plans .
6 . Dedicate an easement for all existing and proposed sewer
and public utility purposes with right of ingress and
egress over the vacated area of the private streets .
7 . All broken or off grade CURB, GUTTER, AC PAVEMENT, AND
SIDEWALK shall be repaired or replaced.
8 . Any improvements within the street right-of-way require
a City of Palm Springs Encroachment Permit . Work shall be
allowed according to Resolution 17950 - Restricting
Street Work on Major and Secondary Thoroughfares .
CALLE ENCILIA
9 . The developer shall process the vacation of CALLE ENCILIA
as determined from Item # 1 above from TAHQUITZ CANYON
WAY EAST to AMADO ROAD. Developer shall be responsible
for final resolution of all utilities, demolition of all
' existing improvements, reconstruction of affected
intersecting streets and coordination of improvements
with adjacent property owners, if applicable, for the
street vacation. All agreements and improvement plans
relative to the above mentioned items shall be approved
by the City Engineer prior to the submittal of the street
improvement plans .
10 . All broken or off grade CURB, GUTTER, AC PAVEMENT, AND
SIDEWALK shall be repaired or replaced.
11 . Dedicate an easement for sewer and public utility
purposes with right of ingress and egress over the entire
vacated area of the private streets .
12 . Any improvements within the street right-of-way require
a City of Palm Springs Encroachment Permit . Work shall be
allowed according to Resolution 17950 - Restricting
Street Work on Major and Secondary Thoroughfares .
CALLE EL SEGUNDO
13 . Any improvements within the street right-of-way require
a City of Palm Springs Encroachment Permit . Work shall be
allowed according to Resolution 17950 - Restricting
Street Work on Major and Secondary Thoroughfares .
14 . The existing curb and gutter shall remain in place except
for curb cuts necessary for driveway approaches .
15 . All driveway approaches shall be constructed in
accordance with City of Palm Springs Standard Drawing No.
205 (minimum radius = 15 feet) and have minimum widths of
32 feet .
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16 . All broken or off grade CURB, GUTTER., AC PAVEMENT AND
SIDEWALK shall be repaired or replaced.
ON-SITE
17 . The minimum pavement section I-or all on-site
streets/parking areas shall be a minimum of 2 1/2 inch '
asphalt concrete pavement over 4 inch Class II aggregate
base with a minimum subgrade of 24 inches at 956 relative
compaction, OR equal . The pavement section shall be
designed, using "R" values, determined by a licensed
Soils Engineer and submitted with the Fine Grading Plan
to the City Engineer for approval .
18 . The on-site parking lot shall be constructed in
accordance with City of Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance,
Section 9306 . 00 .
19 . Connect all sanitary facilities to the City sewer system.
GENERAL
20 . If existing lots or parcels are to be combined for the
gaming facility site area, the developer shall submit a
Lot Line Adjustment prepared by either a Registered Civil
Engineer or a Licensed Land Surveyor to the Engineering
Division. This condition shall be complied with before
any grading or building permits will be issued.
If existing parcels are to be divided or combined,
including the, Prairie Schooner site, the procedure shall '
be in compliance with the State of California Subdivision
map Act, Section 6640�0 et . seq.
21 . The Title Report prepared for subdivision guarantee for
the subject property and the traverse closures for the
existing parcel and all lots created therefrom shall be
submitted to the Engineering Division.
22 . Submit a Fine Grading Plan prepared by a Registered Civil
Engineer to the Engineering Division for plan check. The
Fine Grading Plan shall be approved by the City Engineer
prior to issuance of any grading or building permits .
23 . Developer shall obtain a General Construction Activity
Storm Water Permit from the State Water Resources Control
Board (Phone No. (916) -657-0687) and provide a copy of
same, when executed, to the City :Engineer prior to
issuance of the grading permit .
24 . Any utility cuts in the existing pavement made by this
development shall receive trench replacement pavement to
match existing pavement plus I additional inch. Pavement
shall be restored to a smooth rideable surface .
25 . All existing and proposed utility line;s on/or adjacent to '
this project shall be undergrounded. The location and
size of the existing overhead facilities shall be
provided to the Engineering Division along with written
confirmation from the involved utility company(s) that
the required deposit to underground the facility(s) has
been paid, prior to issuance of a grading permit .
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All undergrounding of utilities shall be completed prior
to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
26 . All existing utilities shall be shown on the grading
plans . The existing and proposed service laterals shall
be shown from the main line to the property line . The
approved original grading plans shall be as-built and
returned to the City of Palm Springs Engineering Division
prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.
27 . The developer is advised to contact all utility purveyors
for detailed requirements for this project at the
earliest possible date .
28 . The developer shall accept all flows impinging upon his
land and conduct these flows to an approved drainage
structure .
29 . The project is subject to flood control and drainage
implementation fees . The acreage drainage fee at the
present time is $ 9, 212 . 00 per acre per Resolution No.
15189 . Fees shall be paid prior to issuance of a building
permit .
30 . In accordance with City of Palm Springs Municipal Code,
Section 8 . 50 . 00, the developer shall post with the City
a cash bond of two thousand dollars ($2, 000 . 00) per acre
for mitigation measures of erosion/blowsand relating to
his property and development . The total cash bond for
this development is $5, 000 . 00 .
31 . Nothing shall be constructed or planted in the corner
cut-off area of street intersection or driveway which
does or will exceed three (3) feet in height in order to
maintain an appropriate sight distance.
32 . A soils report prepared by a licensed Soils Engineer
shall be required for and incorporated as an integral
part of the grading plan for the proposed site. A copy of
the soils report shall be submitted to the Building
Department and to the Engineering Division along with
plans, calculations and other information subject to
approval by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of
the grading permit.
33 . All tree wells within the public right-of-way and within
10 feet of the public sidewalk and/or curb shall have
City approved deep root barriers installed per City of
Palm Springs Engineering specifications .
TRAFFIC
34 . The developer shall provide a minimum of 48 inches of
sidewalk clearance around one side of all street
furniture for handicap accessibility. The developer shall
provide same through dedication of additional right-of-
way and widening of the sidewalk or shall be responsible
' for the relocation of all existing traffic signal/safety
light poles, conduit, pull boxes and all appurtenances
located on the AMADO ROAD, CALLE ENCILIA, ANDREAS ROAD,
and CALLE EL SEGUNDO frontages of the subject property.
35 . The developer shall replace all damaged or destroyed
pavement legends and striping and provide any new
striping that is required by the City Engineer on the
AMADO ROAD, ANDREAS ROAD, CALLE ENCILIA AND CALLE EL
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SEGUNDO frontages prior to issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy.
36 . A 30 inch "STOP" sign and standard "STOP BAR" and "STOP
LEGEND" shall be installed per City of Palm Springs
Standard Drawing Nos . 620-626 at the following locations :
All parking lot egresses to public streets and interior '
travel ways
Amado Road and Calle Encilia
Amado Road and Calls E1 Segundo
37 . Construction signing, lighting and barricading shall be
provided for on all projects as :required by City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer. As a
minimum, all, construction signing, lighting and
barricading shall be in accordance with State of
California, Department of Transportation, MANUAL OF
TRAFFIC CONTROLS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE WORK
ZONES" dated 1991, or subsequent additions in force at
the time of Construction.
38 . This property is subject to the Transportation Uniform
Mitigation Fee based On the INDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITY
ITE Code A land use or an equivalent fee pursuant to an
agreement negotiated with the Coachella Valley
Association of Governments (CVAG) and the Tribal Council .
39 . The developer shall coordinate the Grand Opening and all
other special events with the Palm Springs Special Events
Committee and the Palm Springs Police Department .
PHASE 2 ,
GENERAL
40 . The developer shall, construct drainage facilities
(Lateral 15A) according to the approved Master Plan of
Flood Control and Drainage. Validated costs incurred by
the developer for design and construction of storm and/or
drainage improvements adjacent to such development as
shown in said Master Plan shall be credited toward the
drainage fee previously paid in Phase I or otherwise due
or in the event such cost exceeds the fee, the City will
enter into a reimbursement agreement with the developer
to reimburse him for such excess costs from drainage fees
collected from other development . The acreage drainage
fee at the present time is $ 9, 212 . 00 per acre per
Resolution No. 15189 . This condition shall be complied
with, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, prior to
filing any final map or issuance of the building permit .
PLANNING:
41 . The proposed development Of the premises shall conform to
all applicable regulations of the Palm Springs Zoning
Ordinance, Municipal Code, or any other City Codes, ,
ordinances and resolutions which supplement the zoning
district regulations except as modified herein..
42 . The final development plans shall be submitted in
accordance with Section 9403 . 00 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Final development plans shall include site plans,
building elevations, floor plans, roof plans, grading
plans, landscape plans (landscape plans; shall be approved
by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner' s
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Office prior to submittal) , irrigation plans, exterior
lighting plans, parking management program, a detailed
sign program (to be approved by the Planning Commission) ,
mitigation monitoring program, site cross sections,
property development standards and other such documents
as required by the Planning Commission. Final
development plans shall be submitted within two (2) years
of the City Council approval of the preliminary planned
development district .
43 . The final development plans shall include design details
of the pedestrian link along Andreas Road to extend from
Indian Canyon Drive to Calle E1 Segundo. Such plans
shall indicate the use of decorative paving, lighting and
landscaping and shall be coordinated with the Downtown
Design Guidelines . Additionally, decorative paving,
landscaping and light fixtures shall be extended on Calle
Encilia from Andreas Road to Tahquitz Canyon Way. The
City Council encourages the applicant to extend
decorative paving to the west side of Indian Canyon Drive
to complete the pedestrian connection to downtown.
44 . The final development plans shall include design details
showing the usage of decorative paving and crosswalks
within the Andreas Road/Calle Encilia intersection.
45 . The final development plans shall include a redesign of
the loading and maneuvering area, by utilizing a portion
of the Parking Lot B area for additional access . A five
foot wide landscape planter should be included along the
loading area screening wall .
' 46 . The final development plans shall include a redesign of
Parking Lot B, such that the parking spaces are pulled
further away from the gaming facility building and
additional landscape is added.
47 . The final development plans shall include a redesign of
Parking Lot F, such that the drive aisle is reduced to 26
feet and the westerly driveway is designated for exit
only.
48 . The final development plans shall include a redesign of
the pedestrian access from Parking Lot A to the gaming
facility entries, including an increase in the width of
the landscape planter along the south side of Parking Lot
A to include a pedestrian walkway.
49 . The City Council encourages the applicant to re-evaluate
the building details to bring the building back to a
pedestrian scale, especially the portions of the building
with domes . (This is an advisory recommendation and is
not a condition of approval) .
50 . All parking lot and security light fixtures shall be
limited to a maximum height of 18 feet; however, upon
review of a detailed lighting plan which includes a
photometric diagram the City may allow an increase in
light fixture height (22 to 24 feet) .
51 . The project is subject to the City of Palm Springs Water
Efficient Landscape Ordinance. The applicant shall
submit an application for Final Landscape Document
Package to the Director of Planning and Building for
review and approval prior to the issuance of a building
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permit . Refer to Chapter 8 . 60 of the Municipal Code for
specific requirements .
52 . Pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 'i111.4 a filing fee
of $50 . 00 is required. This project has a de minimis
impact on fish and wildlife, and a Certificate: of Fee
Exemption shall be completed by the City and two copies
filed with the County Clerk. This application shall not '
be final until such fee is paid and the Certificate of
Fee Exemption is filed. Fee shall in the form of a money
order or cashier' s check payable to Riverside County.
53 . Prior to issuance of a grading permit, a Fugitive Dust
and Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted and approved
by the Building official . Refer to Chapter 8 . 50 of the
Municipal Code for specific requirements .
54 . All roof mounted mechanical equipment and duct work shall
be screened such that it cannot be seen at ground level
at a distance of 1325 feet from the building upon which
the mechanical equipment or duct work is located. The
screening shall be considered as an element of the
overall design and should blend with the architectural
design of the building.
55 . The grading plan shall show the disposition of all cut
and fill materials . Limits of site disturbance shall be
shown and all disturbed areas shall be fully restored or
landscaped.
56 . All materials on the flat portions of the roof shall be
earth tone in color.
57 . Perimeter walls shall be designed, installed and ,
maintained in compliance with the corner cutback
requirements as required in Section 9302 . 00 .D .
58 . The street address numbering/lettering shall not exceed
eight inches in height .
59 . The mitigation measures of the environmental assessment
shall be adopted as conditions of approval . The
applicant shall submit a signed agreement ghat the
mitigation measures outlined as part; of the negative
declaration will be included in the: plans prior to
Planning Commission and City Council consideration of the
environmental assessment .
60 . Manufacturer' s cut sheets of all exterior lighting on the
building, in the landscaping, and in the parking lot
shall be submitted for approval prior- to issuance of a
building permit .
61 . Submit plans for approval for proposed trash and
recyclable materials enclosures which comply with City
standards prior to issuance building ;permits .
62 . This project shall be subject to Chapters 2 .24 and
of the Municipal Code regarding public art. The project
shall either provide public art or payment of a fee . The
value of the art provided or the fee paid shall be equal
to 1/20 (for commercial projects) or 1/40 (for
residential projects) of the total building permit
valuation. The City Council shall review and consider
the proposed fountains as contributions toward the public
art requirement during the review of the final ]PD plans .
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63 . Drainage swales shall be provided adjacent to all curbs
and sidewalks - 3' wide and 6" deep. The irrigation
system shall be field tested prior to final approval of
the project . Section 14 .24 . 020 of the Municipal Code
prohibits nuisance water from entering the public
streets, roadways or gutters .
' 64 . Handicapped accessibility shall be indicated on the site
plan to include the location of handicapped parking
spaces, the main entrance to the proposed structure and
the path of travel to the main entrance . Consideration
shall be given to potential difficulties with the
handicapped accessibility to the building due to the
future grading plans for the property.
65 . One in every eight (8) handicapped parking spaces, but
not less than one (1) , shall be served by an eight (8)
foot walkway on the right side and shall be designated as
"van accessible. "
66 . No sirens, outside paging or any type of signalization
will be permitted, except approved alarm systems .
67 . No outside storage of any kind shall be permitted except
as per the approved plan.
68 . Prior to the issuance of building permits, locations of
all telephone and electrical boxes must be indicated on
the building plans and must be completely screened and
located in the interior of the building. Electrical
transformers must be located toward the interior of the
project maintaining a sufficient distance from the
frontage (s) of the project . Said transformer (s) must be
adequately and decoratively screened.
69 . No exterior downspouts shall be permitted on any facade
on the proposed building(s) which are visible from
adjacent streets or residential and commercial areas .
70 . Loading space facilities shall be provided in accordance
with Section 9307 . 00 of the Zoning Ordinance. Said
facilities shall be indicated on the site plan and
approved prior to issuance of building permits .
71 . The project plans shall comply with Section 9306 . 00 of
the Zoning Ordinance regarding parking standards .
Special attention shall be focussed on compliance with
the following parking requirements : landscape islands;
and tree wells ; shading percentage; parking lot lighting
levels; location of light fixtures; parking stall
measurements and striping; designation of compact and
handicapped parking spaces, and; curb and pedestrian
walkway locations and dimensions .
72 . Prior to the issuance of the certificate of occupancy a
' minimum of 625 parking spaces (or 1 space per 120 gross
square feet of building area) in Phase I shall be
provided within 300 feet of the property lines of the
gaming facility site. Parking may be provided by
acquisition of additional properties or construction of
a parking structure on the subject property.
"Acquisition of additional properties" means either fee
title or covenant or lease (leases shall be in a form
approved by the Bureau of Indian Affairs) . All parking
facilities shall be fully improved pursuant to Section
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9306 . 00 C.2 of the Zoning Ordinance. Parking facilities
located off-site shall either be added to this Planned
Development Distract by amendment or other appropriate
permits shall be granted and shall be maintained in a
legally enforceable manner for the life of the project or
replaced with on-site parking or other additional
properties .
73 . A detailed parking management program shall be submitted ,
and approved as part of the final PD prior to the
issuance of the certificate of occupancy. The parking
management program shall include provisions to provide a
minimum of 625 parking spaces (or 1 space per 120 gross
square feet of building area) for Phase I and a minimum
of 1, 094 parking spaces (or 1 space per 110 gross square
feet of building area) for Phase II, on or off-site and
shall assure adequate parking at all times, even while
parking is dislocated during construction of facilities .
Additionally the parking management program shall provide
replacement Post Office parking in the amount. of 103
spaces (or actual number of Post Office parking spaces
displaced) , shall designate all employee and company
vehicle parking areas, shall designate off-site bus
parking areas, shall describe on-site bus loading
procedures and shall describe the parking study which
shall be performed prior to submittal of the final
Planned Development District plan approval for Phase II
(see mitigation measures #3 and #4 of the Parking section
per the attached Mitigation Monitoring Program) .
74 . The project shall comply with the City of Palm Springs
Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Ordinance which
establishes transportation demand management requirements '
for the City of Palm Springs . A TiDM plan shall be
submitted and approved prior to the issuance of
certificates of occupancy. Refer to Chapter 8 . 4 of the
Palm Springs Municipal Code .
75 . All gaming facility structures along Calle E1 Segundo
shall maintain a minimum horizontal setback no less than
the measurement of the vertical height of the structures
(not including height of architectural features) .
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
76 . Developer shall comply with 'Section II of Chapter 8 . 04 of
the Palm Springs Municipal Code.
FIRE: DEPARTMENT:
77 . The project entry arches shall provide a minimum
clearance of 13 ' 6" for emergency fire apparatus .
78 . The project shall provide a minimum 20 foot clear width
for emergency vehicles .
79 . The project shall. include areas with red curbs and shall '
be posted "No Parking. " Exact areas to be determined at
a later date. Vehicle access gates and locked exterior
doors may require Knox access .
80 . A master site plan (8 . 5" x 1111) shall be submitted, after
final configuration of parking, vehicular access„ etc . is
determined, for location of fire hydrants . Note:
existing fire hydrants may be required to be upgraded.
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81 . The gaming facility site shall be fenced prior to
construction and provided with on site garden hoses for
construction fire protection. construction security
guards will be required during Phase II construction.
82 . The project shall comply with applicable local, state and
national fire codes .
83 . The fountain features, etc. shall not reduce the turning
radius for emergency fire apparatus below the minimum
Fire Department turning radius of 43 feet .
84 . The project fire flow requirements shall be established
by the Fire Department based on the final square footage
and type of construction.
85 . Additional Fire Department items may be required as
conditions warrant .
WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES :
86 . The location of the trash enclosure is acceptable subject
to approved construction details approved by the Building
Official consistent with approved City details .
BUILDING REQUIREMENTS :
87 . Prior to any construction on-site, all appropriate
permits must be secured.
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MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM[
CASE 5.0667 GPA/ZTA/PD-232
SEPTEMBER 7, 1994
California statutory legislation (Public Resources Code, Section 21081.6) requires responsible '
agencies to adopt monitoring programs to ensure that implementation of mitigation treasures
contained in Environmental Impact Reports and Environmental Assessments is effectively
monitored. This document is designed to ensure that mitigation measures contained in the
Environmental Assessment for the Indian gaming facility are properly monitored.
Land Use
Mitigation Measures:
1. A General Plan Amendment is required to designate the entire project area as Resort
Commercial from its current mix of High Density Residential, Resort Commercial, and
Central Business District designations. Also, the allowable uses within the Resort
Commercial designation must include references to Indian gaming facilities and
associated uses.
2. The project proponents shall submit a PDD application covering the 10.3-ache site to be
developed as a gaming facility. The application requires the submittal of Preliminary and
Final Development Plans and their review by Elie Planning Commission and City
Council. Public hearings and findings in accordance with Zoning Ordinance procedures
for a PDD will assure that issues associated with land use compatibility and community
design will be addressed in detail. This review shall include an evaluation of building ,
heights, setbacks, proportions or massing, architectural style and details, and landscape
architecture treatment (including hardscapes). The review shall also focus on uses,
improvements, and circulation of pedestrians along Andreas Road between the
Convention Center and downtown.
Responsible for Monitoring: The City of Palm Springs.
Timing: Currently being carried out with the Planning Commission public hearing held on
August 24, 1994, and the City Council public; hearing of September 7, 1994.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
3. A Conditional Use Permit shall be required for the relocation of tennis courts to the
Prairie Schooner site. The permit shall specify hours of operation from sunrise to 10
p.m.
Responsible for Monitoring: The: project applicants and the City of ]Palm Springs,
Timing: Prior to submittal for grading permits or other necessary permits for the location of '
tennis courts on the Prairie Schooner site.
Date Completed:
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Traffic/Circulation
Mitigation Measure:
1. The project applicant shall contribute, on a fair share basis, to improvement of Alejo
Road to four lanes between Palm Canyon Drive and Via Miraleste, if the City
implements a funding mechanists addressing these improvements within five years of the
issuance of an occupancy permit for the second phase of the gaming facility.
Responsible for Monitoring: The Tribal Council and the Department of Planning and Building.
Timing: Within five years of the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy for Phase II of the
project. The Tribal Council shall consider this as part of the upcoming Section 14 Master Plan.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
2. The contractor shall ensure that flagmen are used to assist trucks merging into traffic,
and that truck trips are limited during the peak commute hours.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project's construction manager and the Department of Public
Works.
Timing: This shall occur for the duration of the project demolition, grading and construction
phases.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measures:
3. The gaming facility operator shall establish a local shuttle service to and from area
hotels, resorts, and other pick-up points.
4. The gaming facility operator shall establish an employee rideshare program.
5. The gaming facility operator shall coordinate with Sun Line Transit Agency to facilitate
the use of public transit, and shall consider promotional incentives for such usage.
' Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: These mitigation measures shall be incorporated within the required Transportation
Demand Management (TDM) Plan which shall be submitted and approved prior to issuance of
Certificates of Occupancy.
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Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure: 1
6. The Agua-eetiente-Band The Department of Planning and Building shall evaluate the
operation of Andreas Road between Palm Canyon Drive and Indian Canyon Drive once
the gaining facility is open and shall make adjustments if necessary.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: During the life of the project and as part of the Section 14 Master Plan.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
7. The Agua Caliente Band shall pay for the placement of stop signs at the intersection of
Amado Road with Calle Encilia and Calle El Segundo.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Public Works.
Timing: Prior to the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy. '
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
8. Prior to initiation of Phase 11 construction, the project proponent shall prepare a
circulation and access study focused on the Post Office. The purpose of this study will
be to identify any improvements necessary to ensure acceptable access to the: Post Office
for patrons. The study shall be reviewed and approved by the City and the Postal
Service. Any needed improvements shall be the responsibility of the project proponents
and shall be carried out during Phase I construction.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: As part of the Post Office land acquisition process.
Date Completed:
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Air Quality '
' Mitigation Measures:
Short-term (Construction) Emissions
1. The contractor shall ensure that trucks used for hauling excess materials are covered so
as to minimize loss of materials, that flagmen are used to assist trucks merging into
traffic, and that truck trips are limited during the peak commute hours.
2. A Fugitive Dust (PMIo) Mitigation Plan shall be prepared in compliance with Ordinance
1439 of the Municipal Code and shall included as part of the construction contract
specifications prior to the issuance of a grading permit. The Fugitive Dust Mitigation
Plan shall specify steps that will be taken to comply with the City's Fugitive Dust and
Erosion Control Ordinance, which restricts fugitive dust emissions. Measures outlined
in the plan shall include, but not be limited to: daily watering of graded areas, washing
of equipment tires before leaving the construction site, and use of SCAQMD approved
chemical stabilizers or soil binders.
3. Grading shall occur within the framework of approved development plans and shall be
concurrent with full-scale site development (i.e., the project site shall not remain in a
graded, but unimproved, state for an extended period).
' 4. Construction roads shall be paved as soon as they are created. Paving shall extend from
the paved roadway onto the construction area and shall be cleaned at the end of each
work day.
5. The contractor shall discontinue construction activities during the first and second stage
smog alerts, or when wind gusts exceed or are forecast to exceed 30 miles per hour at
the project site.
6. Vegetative ground cover shall be planted as soon as possible on construction sites.
Temporary vegetation shall be placed in areas that are to remain bare for an extended
period of time. Chemical soil stabilizers may be used on an annual basis in place of the
vegetative ground cover.
7. All construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating condition so as to
reduce operational emissions. The contractor shall ensure that all construction equipment
is being properly serviced and maintained.
8. The contractor shall provide evidence that low emission mobile construction equipment
will be used for the project or shall provide evidence that their use was investigated and
found to be infeasible for the project.
' 9. The contractor shall employ construction activity management techniques, such as
extending the construction period; reducing the number of pieces of equipment used
simultaneously; increasing the distance between the emission sources; reducing or
changing the hours of construction; and scheduling activity during off-peak hours.
10. The contractor shall utilize existing power sources (i.e., temporary power poles) so as
to avoid the use of diesel generators.
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Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants, the project construction manager and the
Department of Planning and Building.
Timing: Prior to the submittal for grading permits and for the duration of the demolition, '
grading and construction phases of the project.
Date Completed:
]Long-teiin (Operational) Emissions
It. The gaming facility operator shall submit a plan that demonstrates conformance with the
City's Transportation Demand Management Ordinance. Subsequent to review and
approval by City staff, all measures included in the plan shall he implemented as part of
gaming facility operation.
12. The gaming facility operator shall establish a local shuttle service to and from area
hotels, resorts, and other pick-up points. Use of zero emissions or clean burning shuttle
vehicles shall be investigated.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: To be approved prior to the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy. '
Date Completed:
Noise
Mitieation Measures:
1. Noise generating construction activities shall be limited to the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m., seven days a week. Any extension of construction hours requires that a permit be
issued by the City of Palm Springs (City of Palm Springs Noise Ordinance § 11.74.041).
2. All construction vehicles and equipment shall be equipped with properly functioning and
maintained muffler systems.
3. All noisy operations such as stockpiling and/or vehicle staging shall be performed as far
as reasonably practicable from noise sensitive receptors (e.g., the existing hotels and
condominiums).
4. Prior to the issuance of any, demolition, grading or building permit, the project proponent
shall submit a construction traffic route plan to the City Engineer for approval. The Plan '
shall demonstrate avoidance of congested roadways, avoidance of sensitive receptors, and
minimization of trips and trip length to the extent feasible.
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Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants, the project construction manager, the
Department of Public Works and the Department of Planning and Building.
' Timing: Prior to the submittal of the first permit, during the demolition, grading and
construction phases of the project and for the life of the project.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
5. Deliveries shall be prohibited between the hours of 8 p.m. and 7 a.m.
Responsible for Monitoring: Department of Planning and Building and the operator.
Timing: For the life of the project.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
6. All traffic sign boards shall be solar powered.
' Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicant and the Department of Public Works.
Timing: For the duration of the use of traffic sign boards.
Date Completed:
Parking
Mitigation Measures:
1. The City will process an Administrative Minor Modification(AMM) to reduce the Hilton
Hotel's overall requirement to 221 spaces.
2. The City will process an AMM to reduce the Spa Hotel's parking requirement to 225
spaces.
Responsible for Monitoring: The Department of Planning and Building.
Timing: Prior to demolition and/or closure of existing parking facilities.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
3. The 103 Post Office parking spaces to be displaced by the project will be replaced prior
to their elimination. This replacement will occur in the immediate vicinity of the Post
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Office. Current efforts to secure this parking are focusing on the vacant lots north of
Amado Road between Calle Encilia and Calle El Segundo. The City will provide
environmental and planning review of development of this or any other off-site parking
lot. '
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: Prior to the dislocation of any Post Office parking.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
4. An analysis of Phase I patronage shall be performed by the gaming operator prior to the
initiation of construction plans for Phase II to determine the actual patronage per square
foot and patron entrance/exit patterns as well as arrival patterns (type of transportation
used). The resulting information shall be utilized to refine Phase 11 parking space
requirements. Should an existing or projected shortfall in Phase It parking be identified,
Phase I1 plans will be revised to supply the identified additional amount.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicant and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: Prior to the submittal for Final Planned Development District plans for Phase II ,
construction of the project.
Date Completed:
Visual Aesthetics and Community Design
Mitigation Measures:
1. Prior to final "as-built" approval of grading, the a Registered Landscape Architect shall
inspect landscape installation for conformance to the requirements of this document and
the grading permit; a Registered Landscape Architect shall certify by letter to the City
of Palm Springs that landscape installation conforms to these requirements.
2. Landscaping within the parking areas shall be installed as part of Phase I and shall
conform to the landscaping requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: '
Date Completed:
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Mitigation Measure:
' 3. The PDD application, which will cover the entire square block encompassing the gaming
facility and the parking structure, requires the submittal of Preliminary and Final
Development Plans and their review by the Planning Commission and City Council.
Public hearings and findings will assure that issues associated with community design will
be addressed in detail. This review shall include an evaluation of building heights,
setbacks, proportions or massing, architectural style and details, and landscape
architecture treatment (including hardscapes) as they relate, in particular, to the
residential condominiums adjacent to the east and northeast. The review shall also focus
on uses, improvements, and circulation of pedestrians along Andreas Road between the
Convention Center and downtown in an effort to create an enhanced pedestrian
environment.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and die Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: The Planned Development District application is currently being processed by the
Department of Planning and Building. The preliminary PD application was recommended for
approval to the City Council on August 24, 1994, and the City Council will hold a public
hearing on this project on September 7, 1994. Final development plans shall be submitted and
approved prior to the issuance of building permits.
' Date Completed:
Geology/Soils
Mitigation Measures:
i. Structures shall be designed according to current structural standards for seismically
active areas. While the Tribe is not required to do so, the project shall comply with all
applicable requirement of the Uniform Building Code.
2. Permanent structures to be constructed on the proposed site shall be designed by a
qualified professional who is aware of the project's seismic setting. A geotechnical
engineer shall be retained to provide input for foundation design.
3. Recompacted soil mats shall be constructed beneath all foundations and slabs-on-grade
to decrease the potential for consolidation and to provide a more uniform and firm
bearing support for the proposed structures.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants, the Department of Public Works and the
Department of Planning and Zoning.
' Timing: hi conjunction with the submittal for building permits.
Date Completed:
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Water Quality
Mitigation Measure: '
1. The Agua Caliente Band will submit a Notice of Intent for Constriction Activities to the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency at least two days prior to the commencement of
construction (as described above in 4.7.1). The Notice of Intent will include a Pollution
Prevention Control Plan.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants, the U.S. E.P.A. and the Department of
Public Works.
Timing: Prior to the commencement of project construction.
Date Completed:
Drainage
Mitigation Measure:
1. Phase I development shall be subject to flood control and drainage implementation fees.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicant, the Department of Public Works and the '
Department of Planning and Building.
Timing: Prior to the issuance of building permits.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
2. Drainage facilities specified for the immediate project vicinity in the approved Master
Drainage Plan and designated as ]Lateral 15A shall be constructed in Phase H.
Validated costs incurred by the developer for design and construction of storm and/or
drainage improvements adjacent to such development as shown in said Master Drainage
Plan shall be credited toward the drainage fee previously paid in Phase I ethefWise due
or in the event such cost exceeds the fee previously paid edierwise due, the City will
enter into a reimbursement agreement with developer to reimburse him for such excess
costs from drainage fees collected from other development. This condition shall be
compiled with, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, prior to filing any final map or
issuance of the building permit.
Responsible for Monitoring: The: project applicant, the Riverside County Flood Control and '
Water Conservation District and the Department of Public Works.
Timiina: Prior to the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy for Phase II of the project.
Date Completed:
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Mitigation Measure:
3. The Tribe shall fflaintain Et fight of way of Line 15 within Andreas Read and Galle
of the Mastef Df:aifflge Plan.
The developer shall enter into an agreement with the Riverside County Flood
Control and Water Conservation District to establish the terms an conditions
covering plan checking, inspection and acceptance of the facilities, Lateral 15A, for
operation and maintenance.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants, the Riverside County Flood Control and
Water Conservation District and the Department of Public Works.
Timing: Prior to the issuance of Building Permits for Phase Il.
Date Completed:
Public Utilities/Services
' Mitigation Measures:
Water
1. All on-and off-site water facilities required to serve the proposed project shall be
constructed and/or funded by the project applicant(s). The project applicant(s) shall
prepare water facility plans for review and approval by the City of Palm Springs and the
DWA prior to the approval of building permits Tentative Map appreval. All applicable
federal, state and local regulations and operating procedures shall be followed in the
design, construction and operation of water facilities for the project.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants, the DWA and the Department of Public
Works.
Timing: Prior to the approval of the Lot Line Adjustment.
Date Completed:
Sewer
' 2. The project proponent(s) shall submit to the City of Palm Springs for review and
approval detailed sewer facility plans prior to approval of building permits final
tenta iae-R==ap-approvals. The plans shall identify required on-and off-site improvement
types, location, sizing, phasing and explanations as to how the proposed improvements
comply with City requirements.
3. The project proponent(s) shall also be required to fund all on and off-site improvements
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required by the project and maintain all on-site facilities.
4. The project proponent(s) shall pay sewer connection fees required to provide sewage '
collection and disposal to the project site. Sewer fees shall be, paid prior to issuance of
Permit to Connect.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants, the Department of Public Works and the
Department of Planning and Building.
Timing: Prior to the issuance of Building Permits.
Date Completed:
Solid Waste
Mitigation Measures:
5. The Tribe and the operator of the proposed facilities shall comply with the Solid Waste
Management Act of 1989 and the Coachella Valley Associated Governments Integrated
Waste Management Plan.
6. The project proponent(s) shall incorporate collection/storage facilities for recyclables for ,
all non-residential development pursuant to the Zoning Ordinance.
7. The Tribe shall seek proposals for the use of recycled products in the construction of all
uses on-site.
8. The project proponent(s) and operators of the proposed facilities shall contract Waste
Disposal Services, Inc. or some other waste disposal hauler, to remove green waste from
the site upon availability of adequate service to dispose of such waste in other than a
municipal landfill. This would help the City comply with the Solid Waste ;Management
Act.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants, Palm Springs Disposal Services and the
Department of Planning and Building.
Timing: In conjunction with final PD development plans and for the life of the project.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure: ,
Schools
9. The City of Palm Springs School District charges a one time school impact fee of
$0.27/square foot for commercial facilities. The proposed project site includes 150,000
square feet of commercial area. Utilizing the above methodology to calculate fees the
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proposed development would be required to pay an impact fee of $40,500.00. The
Tribal Council of the Agua Caliente Band may, by separate agreement with the Palm
' Springs Unified School District, provide equipment and/or facilities to support education,
continuing education and/or job training in-lieu of payment of impact fees. Prior to
issuance of building permit an agreement between the Palm Springs School District and
the Agua Caliente Band shall be provided to the City.
Responsible for Monitoring: The applicants, the Palm Springs Unified School District and the
Department of Planning and Building.
Timing: Prior to the issuance of Building Permits.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
Library
10. Funds derived by the City from Casino revenues shall be used to offset increased
demands upon library services.
Responsible for Monitoring: The City of Palm Springs.
' Timing: For the life of the project.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
Socioeconomics
Mitigation Measure:
1. The potential increase in demand for low-income housing will be mitigated through the
use of City proceeds generated by the gaming facility and aligned activities, as well as
existing housing funds.
Responsible for Monitoring:, The Department of Economic Development.
Timing: For the life of the project.
Date Completed:
' Mitigation Measures:
2. Caesars, in association with the Agua Caliente Band Tribal Council, shall extend its
existing support of non-profit programs dealing with compulsive behaviors and substance
abuse to the City of Palm Springs.
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3. Caesars will conduct a study of the impact on social programs, within the Palm Springs
area within a twelve months of the opening of the gaining facility. The review should '
consider any damage to the aesthetics of the surrounding area, family disruption caused
by gaming losses, and dysfunctional family association as a result of gaming. The study
will be submitted to the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Council and the
Palm Springs City Council for review, consideration, and possible action. Problems
identified through this study will be addressed through Caesars' existing methods of
supporting the above-mentioned non-profit programs.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: Within one year of the opening of the project and for the life of the project.
Date Completed:
Public Safety
Police
Mitigation Measures:
1. Prior to the issuance of building permits, an agreement between the City and Caesars '
specifying that Caesars will handle most minor calls in-house will be finalized;
2. The Palm Springs Police Department will train Caesars security personnel in report
writing and citizen arrest techniques. Training will be provided on a pay-for-service
basis;
3. Caesars will provide complete facility video surveillance including parking lots.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the City of Palm Springs Police
Department.
Timid: Prior to the issuance of Building Permits and for the life of the project.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
4. Adequate street lighting shall be provided along all street frontages and on A.mado Road,
between Calle Encilia and Indian Canyon.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants, the Police Department and the Department '
of Planning and Building.
Timing: Prior to the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy and for the life of the project.
Date Completed: '�
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Tire
' Mitigation Measure:
1. Entry arches shall provide a minimum clearance 13'6" for emergency fire apparatus.
2. Minimum clear width for emergency vehicles to be 20'.
3. Numerous areas to be "red curbed" and posted "No Parking." Exact areas to be
determined at a later date.
4. Submit 81/2" x 11" master site plan when final configuration of parking, vehicular access,
and other hardscape is determined for location of fire hydrants. Existing fire hydrants
may require upgrading.
5. Fire flows for structures shall be provided in accordance with respective construction
types.
6. The gaming facility site shall be fenced prior to construction and provided with on site
garden hoses for construction fire protection. Depending on construction type, security
guards may be required.
7. The gaming facility shall comply with applicable state, local and national fire codes.
' 8. Additional fire protection requirements will be determined during review of final plans
and construction documents.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicant and the City of Palm Springs Fire
Department.
Timing: In conjunction with submittal for Building Permits.
Date Completed:
Cultural Resources
Mitigation Measure:
1. Archaeological monitors, under the direction of a Society of Professional Archaeologists-
certified supervisor, shall be present during initial construction stages of ground
disturbance. An agreement between the Tribe, Caesars, and the City shall be in place
to guide the evaluation and, if necessary, the data recovery of any significant cultural
resources that may be uncovered.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timine: Prior to the issuance of a grading permit and during the initial stages of the site grading
and demolition.
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Light and Glare '
Mitigation Measures:
1. A lighting plan shall be included as part of the PDD application and shall comply with
lighting regulations of the Zoning Ordinance as well as with the standards set forth in
County Ordinance No. 655. The lighting design shall include an additional analysis of
potential light spillage to residential condominiums to the east .aud northeast, and to the
Hilton Hotel to the south. The lighting plan shall reduce light and glare to these areas
by shielding of the light source:, use of vegetation, and placement and height of light
standards. The design of proposed buildings should also limit windows and other
openings along the east side of the facility or incorporate other treasures to limit light
spillage from interior use areas where activities will be conducted 24 hours a day. (See
conditions of approval)
2. Light fixtures for exterior use areas bordering Catle El Segundo shall be limited to 18
feet in height pursuant to the Zoning Ordinance. (See conditions of approval)
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Tuning: In conjunction with submittal of final PD development plans. '
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
3. Tennis court lighting shall be prohibited between the hours of 10:00 pm and sunrise.
Responsible for Monitoring: The Department of Planning and Building.
Timielg: For the duration of the tennis courts operation.
Date Completed:
Mitigation Measure:
4. Use of reflective glass on exterior surfaces of the gaining facility should be minimized.
Responsible for Monitoring: The project applicants and the Department of Planning and
Building.
Timing: In conjunction with submittal of final development plans for the PD.
Date Completed: