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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2006
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Oden called the meeting to order at 6:15 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Oden led the Pledge.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember McCulloch, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tern Foat, and Mayor Oden.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland reported that at 6:00 P.M. the
meeting was called to order and the City Council recessed into Closed Session to
discuss matters on the posted Closed Session Agenda. No reportable actions were
taken.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Oden announced the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of Coyote Run
Apartments in Palm Springs.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE. AGENDA:
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as presented. Motion Councilmember Pougnet,
seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
GREG WETMORE, thanked the City Council for their support for Gay Associated Youth
and announced the upcoming open house.
REV. KEVIN JOHNSON, Member of CLUE, requested the City Council assist citizens
with the economic quality of life issues.
TRACY TURNER, Member Progressive Community Coalition, commented on a
proposed petition regarding responsible growth and economic justice.
ALFREDO HUESO, Member Palm Springs Progressive Coalition, commented on health
care and quality of life issues.
CANDACE CORBETT, commented on responsible development, affordable housing,
wages and benefits.
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MICHAEL ROSENFELD, Coachella Valley Teachers Association, stated his support for
the Palm Springs Progressive Coalition.
JIM STUART, Palm Springs, commented on the petition regarding height limits in the
Downtown area, and the requirements under S618 and "take" with respect to the
proposed ordinance for the Chino Cone.
DON BRUNKE, Palm Springs, commented on a recent "welcome" letter from Mayor
Oden.
VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, spoke in support of Item No. 2.B., proposed ordinance for
the Chino Cone.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition of Item No. 2.B., proposed
ordinance for the Chino Cone.
CLAIRE JORDAN GRANT, announced the upcoming Unity Rally at Frances Stevens
Park, Palm Springs.
DAVID BARON, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed initiative to limit height in
the Downtown area, and spoke in opposition of Item No. 2.6., proposed ordinance for
the Chino Cone and Snow Creek area.
LEWIS PORTER, Palm Springs, requested the City use alternative methods to scalp
lawns in the City of Palm Springs.
LAURA ZUVICH, Palm Springs, commented on development in the City of Palm
Springs and the Chino Cone.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS:
Mayor Pro Tern Foat commented on the percentage of people living below poverty level
in the City of Palm Springs, and requested a study session on the quality of life for
families including affordable housing.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Ready presented the new advertising logo for VillageFest, and the
processing in which the logo was selected.
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1I.A. PRESENTATION OF CODE ENFORCEMENT PROGRAMS:
City Manager Ready and Don Duckworth, Director of Building and Safety,
presented the Code Enforcement Staff and provided an overview of duties
of Code Enforcement.
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Thomas Wilson, Assistant City Manager -Development Services, provided
an overview of the City's Code Enforcement procedures, activities and
priorities.
Mayor Oden commented on working with the business community,
City Manager Ready commented on the relationship with the
Neighborhood Organizations and provided an overview of the "Hot Spot
Program."
Don Duckworth, Director of Building and Safety, presented contact
information for the Code Enforcement staff and expected response time.
Mayor Oden requested additional information relating to illegal parking
and vehicles.
Councilmember McCulloch requested additional information with respect
to window signs on vacant buildings, and suggested staff investigate
vacant building window signs as a marketing opportunity.
Councilmember Mills complimented staff and the policies initiated by Code
Enforcement, and stated he will be looking for enforcement of the Sign
Ordinance and urged citizens to call -in violations.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat congratulated staff for their efforts, and requested
information relating to fines and the filing of civil or criminal actions and
abatement, and requested staff address the color of news racks, and
residential landscaping.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the hours of Code
Enforcement during weekend hours, and the coordination and
communication with Main Street.
Mayor Oden requested staff investigate odors from sewer traps in the
Downtown area.
No action taken.
'I.B. CONTINUED DISCUSSION ON REGULATIONS FOR
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE DEVELOPMENT AREAS
INCLUDING THE CHINO CONE.:
PETE DANGERMOND, Riverside Land Conservancy, presented
information regarding the Chino Cone and environmentally sensitive
development with goals to preserve resources, create community assets,
recognize property rights and create economic development opportunities.
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Mayor Oden requested the Conservancy address the issue of the transfer
of Tribal money.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested further clarification of a proposed hotel at
the foot of the Tram, the trails and other uses, and the possibility of the
transfer relating to the College of the Desert.
Councilmember Pougnet requested clarification on the impacts of SB18,
the length of time required to acquire property, and if the Land
Conservancy has an established relationship with the Nature
Conservancy.
Councilmember Mills asked if the current ordinance prohibits any of the
current proposed activities by the Conservancy.
Mayor Oden commented on density off the Chino Cone and compensation
of property owners, and stated areas requiring further discussion are
infrastructure, road repairs, and bond issues.
Councilmember McCulloch stated the City Council has been in favor of
conservation if the property owners were compensated, and commented
on the diminished impact to City revenues by the proposed conservation
of land.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested the Conservancy provide further
information on the concept of "unguided" development.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on the impacts of issuing bonds
for land conservancy.
The City Council recessed at 8:24 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 8:34 P.M.
ACTION: Direct staff to initiate a Zone Text Amendment to incorporate the
following: 1) Density transfer outside the area; 2) Density of Planning Area
9; 3) open space overlay; and 4) bonding/security and enforcement for
grading work and restoration. Motion Councilmember Pougnet,
seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Foat and unanimously carried on a roll
call vote.
ACTION: Direct staff to work with David Baron to ensure that appropriate
Performa and financial studies are timely prepared and submitted for City
Council consideration. Motion Mayor Pro Tom Foat, seconded by
Mayor Oden and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
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2. ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING:
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
ACTION: Receive and file Report on the Posting of the September 13,
2006, City Council Agenda. Motion Mayor Pro Tem Foat, seconded by
Mayor Oden and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.13. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
NO. 1700, ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS FOR ENVIRONMENTALLY
SENSITIVE DEVELOPMENT AREAS INCLUDING THE CHINO CONE:
ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1700, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING
SECTIONS 92.21.1.00, 92.21.1.01, 92.21.1.02, 92.21.1.03, 92.21.1.04,
92,21.1.05, 92.21.1.06, AND 92.21.1.07, AND AMENDING SECTION
91.00.10, OF THE PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE, RELATING TO THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF REGULATIONS FOR ENVIRONMENTALLY
SENSITIVE DEVELOPMENT AREAS INCLUDING THE CHINO CONE."
Motion Mayor Pro Tern Foat, seconded by Mayor Oden and carried 4-
1 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Mills, Councilmember Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tern Foat,
and Mayor Oden.
NOES: Councilmember McCulloch.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Pougnet requested a report from the City Manager on the status of
funding for non-profit organizations.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested banners be installed on the light -poles on Palm Canyon,
requested staff place on the next agenda the creation of a legislative Subcommittee for
Proposition 84 and funding for natural resource protection, and requested a study
session for discussion on affordable housing, senior housing, and programs for the
economically disadvantaged.
Councilmember Mills requested the City Attorney report on the Planning Commission
process in relation to Study Sessions.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat commented on the Regional Access Foundation and requested
staff research the relationship with the Foundation and the City of Palm Desert and
present such during the Study Session on housing.
Mayor Oden thanked the Downtown Merchants who participated in the recent Open
House event.
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ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 8:53 P.M. to a Regular Meeting,
Wednesday, September 20, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, City Hall,
preceded by a Closed Session at 4:30 p.m., Small Conference Room, City Hall, 3200
East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS 4th
DAY OF OCTOBER, 2006.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2006
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Oden called the meeting to order at 6:07 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Palm Springs Air Force ROTC Junior Color Guard, led the
Pledge.
INVOCATION: Rev. Duane Cox, Retired Religious Science Ministries, led the
Invocation.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember McCulloch, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tem Foat, and Mayor Oden.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson.
PRESENTATIONS:
Stephen Bunting, Director, of Community Services, Hastings District Council, New
Zealand, thanked the City Council for opportunity to shadow City Staff.
Mayor Oden and the City Council presented Police Officer Bill Hanley with a Certificate
of Recognition for his service to the Community and his service to the United States
while on active duty in Iraq as a member of the National Guard.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland reported that at 4:30 P.M. the
meeting was called to order and the City Council recessed into Closed Session to
discuss matters on the posted Closed Session Agenda. City Attorney Holland indicated
the City Council provided direction to staff with respect to Item 2.A., and no reportable
actions were taken.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Pougnet requested Items 2.G. and 2.J. be removed from the Consent
Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Oden requested Item 2.G. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate
discussion.
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as amended. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded
by Councilmember Pougnet and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
ITEM NO, '� " A L
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1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
I.A. PEDREGAL TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 33162 FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF A PROPOSED 132-UNIT CONDOMINIUM
COMPLEX ON AN APPROXIMATE 13.9-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT
THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND
TRAMWAY ROAD, ZONE R-3, SECTION 3:
CHRIS BROWN, Contract Planner with Hogle-Ireland, provided
background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20,
2006.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
DENNIS CUNNINGHAM, Applicant, provided background information on
the project, commented on the design in relation to the existing Visitors
Center and working with the community.
VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project and
complimented the Developer for working with the neighborhood.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, stated the project is out of scale for the
Chino Cone and spoke in opposition to the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the definition of "floating
dot," commented on the natural slope, Condition No. 12 "fair -share" of the
cost of improvements, and Condition No. 54 relocation of the existing
Tramway gates.
Councilmember Mills stated the project complies with the requirements of
the Chino Cone plan, although the project is not within the plan area.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat stated the Developer has done an excellent job on
the project and appreciated the visual presentation; and commented on
rock crushing, view corridors, and trails.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on the location of the project and
the positive impact to the community.
Mayor Oden stated the design was exceptional, and commented on the
entry and other aspects of the project.
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ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21711, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, FOR TENTATIVE TRACT
MAP 33162 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 132-UNIT CONDOMINIUM
COMPLEX, ON APPROXIMATELY 13.96-ACRES, LOCATED AT 2855
NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3, SECTION 3." Motion
Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1.13. OMNIPOINT COMMUNICATIONS, T-MOBILE, CASE NO. 5.1107,
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, TO INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN
A 60-FOOT HIGH COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA
MONOPOLE WITHIN A 577.5 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AND
FOUR RADIO CABINETS AT 1955 EXECUTIVE DRIVE (SCE FARRELL
SUBSTATION):
David Newell, Assistant Planner, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff provide further information on the
proposed fence.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
MONICA MORETTA, Representing Applicant, provided information on the
project and stated they have reviewed the Conditions of Approval and are
in agreement, and requested the City Council support the project.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested clarification on the location of the project.
Councilmember Mills commented on the original building standards when
the property was unincorporated County of Riverside; stated the current
fencing is not in compliance with the City's Zoning Code, and requested a
masonry wall with no barbed wire.
Councilmember Pougnet stated he concurs with Councilmember Mills and
the requested action would be in line with current Code Enforcement
efforts to beautify and clean-up the City.
Councilmember McCulloch requested further information on the current
fence around the SCE substation and the suggested new requirement for
a masonry wall.
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Mayor Oden commented on the historical use of chain -linked fence, and
the desire of Council to modify the provision subject to each project.
Councilmember McCulloch stated that SCE has declined the use of a
masonry wall, and in essence that would be denying the project.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21712, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1107, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
APPLICATION, TO INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A 60-FOOT
HIGH COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA MONOPOLE
WITHIN A 577.5 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AND FOUR RADIO
CABINETS AT 1955 EXECUTIVE DRIVE (SCE FARRELL
SUBSTATION), M-1-P ZONE, SECTION 6, T4S, R5E" amending the
Conditions of Approval to require the two sections of fence along the North
and the East be eight (8) foot masonry walls with the extension of the
plant material. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tom Foat and carried 4-1 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Mills, Councilmember Pougnet,
Mayor Pro Tom Foat, and Mayor Oden.
NOES: Councilmember McCulloch.
1.C. INDIAN AVENUE (INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE WIDENING, CITY
PROJECT NO. 00-14, ADOPTION OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION AND APPROVAL OF CONCEPTUAL PLANS:
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward
the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested staff address the interchange on Indian
with respect to the MSHCP.
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the project in relation to
the proposed Gannett project.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the change from 4-lanes to 6-lanes-
Mayor Oden commented on this project with respect to the overall
transportation programs with CVAG and the funding of the project.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No_ 21713, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
AND ORDERING THE FILING OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE
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DECLARATION, AND APPROVING CASE NO. 5.1092, AN
APPLICATION BY THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FOR
IMPROVEMENTS TO THE INDIAN AVENUE/INTERSTATE 10
INTERCHANGE, INCLUDING WIDENING THE EXISTING TWO-LANE
BRIDGE TO A SIX -LANE BRIDGE, AND WIDENING AND
REALIGNMENT OF ON -RAMPS AND OFF -RAMPS, SECTIONS 14, 15,
22, AND 23, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST." Motion
Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Foat and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
I.D. THE PALM HOTEL - CASE NO. 5.1089, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
DISTRICT 322, AN APPLICATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A
FOUR-STORY BOUTIQUE HOTEL WITH 51 ROOMS INCLUDING 11
SUITES, ROOF TERRACE AREA WITH CABANAS, A RESTAURANT,
A BAR, A WATER FEATURE, AND SWIMMING POOL ON AN
APPROXIMATE 36,217 SQUARE FOOT SITE, LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY AND
CAHUILLA ROAD:
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the process through the
Architectural Advisory Committee.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested staff address the process through the
Planning Commission.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
RIC SUPPLE, Palm Springs, stated the Downtown area needs
revitalization and spoke in support of the project.
LAURI AYLAIAN, Palm Springs, outlined her concerns as stated in the
letter from the Historic Tennis Club, commented on the high density and
disregard for the zoning ordinance.
DICK TAYLOR, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the proposed project as
it would be beneficial to the existing businesses in the neighborhood.
BOB HELBLING, Palm Springs, commented on the participant
negotiations, and stated the City would like a hotel in that location.
PATRICK MUNDT, spoke in support of the project and commented on a
vibrant Downtown.
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BRANDON NUNEZ, spoke in support of the project and commented on
responsible dynamic growth in the Downtown area.
BOB ROSENAU, Palm Springs, stated this project is to too massive for
the location, and requested the project be scaled down and meet the
setback requirements.
CATHERINE McMILLAN, Palm Springs, commented on growth in the
Downtown area and stated her support for the project.
LAURA WALSH, stated her support for the project and the hotel is needed
to revitalize the Downtown area.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, stated the project is too massive for the
site and spoke in opposition of the project.
JADE NELSON, representing the owners of the Orchid Tree Hotel, stated
the project is wrong for the location and in opposition of the project.
JOAN MARTIN, Palm Springs, commented on density, stated the project
should meet the zoning requirements and the General Plan.
RICH YOUNG, Palm Springs, stated the City needs Boutique Hotels like
the proposed project and spoke in support of the project.
JUDITH CONNOLLY, Palm Springs, stated her support for the project and
the appeal to a younger audience in the City of Palm Springs.
HADDON LIBBY, Palm Springs, stated his support for the project, and the
project will benefit other businesses in the City.
KIMBERLY NICHOLS, Palm Springs Art Museum, stated her support for
the project and marketing to a new Palm Springs Museum audience.
DR_ STEVEN GUNDRY, Palm Springs, commented on competitive tourist
destinations, and stated his support of the project.
JEANNETTA DAO, spoke in support of the proposed project and stated
the hotel has the support of the Palm Springs Tennis Club.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the proposed project
and a revitalized Downtown area.
LEE APPEL, spoke in support of the proposed project, and the project is
needed in the Downtown area.
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SHERWOOD KELLEY, stated his firm has been the primary funding
source of many Wessman projects and they are prepared to underwrite
100% of the financing for the construction of the Palm Hotel.
JIM STUART, Palm Springs, stated his support for the project as it will
attract "higher -end" clients_
JOEY ENGLISH, Palm Springs, stated her support of the proposed hotel,
its design and revitalization of Downtown Palm Springs.
FRANK TYSEN, Palm Springs, commented on the negotiations between
him and Wessman Development and the impact to the existing Tennis
Club and neighborhood.
JOHN WESSMAN, Applicant, Palm Springs, commented on height,
setbacks, and the proposed hotel in relation to surrounding businesses.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
The City Council recessed at 8:17 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 8:31 P.M.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on the background and prior
action of the City Council and the Community Redevelopment Agency.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the revitalization of the
Downtown area, prior City Council actions, requested the City Attorney
address if the project is entitled, commented on the relationship of the site
and setbacks, and stated the project is detrimental to the quality of life to
the surrounding area.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested staff clarify transfer of density and the
determination to allow fifty-one units, stated her concerns with respect to
the height and requested staff address building components above the 44
foot height, proposed parking, and commented on the terms of the original
Owner Participation Agreement.
Councilmember Mills commented on the terms of the original Owner
Participation Agreement and compared the current project to the project
presented at the time of the agreement, stated the project did go through
the process, commented on the height of the building by right -of -zone as
compared to the proposed project, and requested an amendment to
include a Condition of Approval to require a re -study of the colors at the
time of processing the final PD.
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Mayor Oden commented on the previous actions and history of the City
Council with regard to this project and the location, commented on the
process and the importance of the project to the area.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the R3 height zoning
requirements, the differences between the original project and the
proposed project, and stated the rooftop bar will cause problems in the
community.
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, recommended a change to
Condition No. 15 as approved by the Planning Commission to require a
covenant with respect to off -site parking.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21714, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING CASE NUMBER 5.1089, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
DISTRICT 322, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF A 51-
UNIT BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ON APPROXIMATELY 36,217 SQUARE FEET
PARCEL LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TAHQUITZ
CANYON WAY AND CAHUILLA ROAD, SECTION 15" amending the
Conditions of Approval to require a re -study of the colors at the time of
processing the final PD, and amending Final Design Condition No. 15 to
require a covenant with respect to off -site parking. Motion
Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Councilmember Mills and
carried 3-2 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember McCulloch, Councilmember Mills,
and Mayor Oden.
NOES: Councilmember Pougnet, and Mayor Pro Tem Foat.
1I.E. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO CONSIDER
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS
VENTURE AND THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
ADJUSTING THE ALLOWED MODERATE INCOME SALES PRICE:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated
September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming forward
the public hearing was closed.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21715, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
CONCURRING WITH THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
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REGARDING THE APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO NO. 1 TO A
DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
HIGHLANDS PALM SPRINGS VENTURE AND THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY." A0494C. Motion Mayor Pro Tern Foat,
seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on a roll
call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
,DIM STUART, Palm Springs, spoke in opposition to Item 3.A. increasing the number of
voting members on the Airport Commission.
BOB HELBLING, Palm Springs, commented on his previous statements on the Palm
Hotel project.
CHARLES SACHS, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed petition to limit building
height in the Downtown area.
DANA STEWART, Palm Springs, commented on the public comment portion of the
agenda, and announced Peace Day and upcoming activities.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, spoke in support of Items 2.G. American Heat
Weekend and Item 4.A. 2-hour time limits on parking, and spoke in opposition to Item
2_J. regarding parking enforcement.
VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, commented on upcoming activities for Peace Day, the
public comment portion of the agenda, and the Chino Cone ordinance.
BOB ELSNER, Palm Springs, Palm Springs International Airport Commission Chair,
requested the City Council support Item 3.A. regarding the number of voting members
on the Palm Springs International Airport Commission.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS: None_
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: None.
The City Council convened at 9:20 P.M. as the City of Palm Springs Community
Redevelopment Agency.
Councilmember Pougnet briefly left Council Chamber.
The Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned at 9:31 P.M. and the City Council
reconvened.
Councilmember Pougnet returned to the dais.
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2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
ACTION: Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.1. Motion Mayor
Pro Tern Foat, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and unanimously
carried on a roll call vote.
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
ACTION: Receive and file Report on the Posting of the September 20,
2006, City Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.13. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the Minutes of September 6, 2006. Approved as part
of the Consent Calendar.
2.C. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF JULY 31, 2006:
ACTION: Receive and file the Treasurer's Investment Report as of July
31, 2006. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR AUGUST 2006:
ACTION: Receive and file Staff Authorized Agreements covering the
period August 1, 2006 through August 31, 2006. Approved as part of the
Consent Calendar.
2.E. PROPOSED RESOLUTION CAPPING THE CITY CONTRIBUTION FOR
HEALTH, VISION AND DENTAL PREMIUMS FOR UNREPRESENTED
EMPLOYEES AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21716, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CAPPING
THE CITY CONTRIBUTION FOR HEALTH, VISION, AND DENTAL
PREMIUMS FOR UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES AND MEMBERS OF
THE CITY COUNCIL." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.F. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE 2005-06 AND THE 2006-07
ASPHALT RUBBERIZED HOT MIX (ARHM) OVERLAY, CITY PROJECT
05-22:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7015, Approving an agreement with
Imperial Paving Company, Inc., for Bid Schedules A through D (inclusive),
for the 2005-06 and 2006-07 Asphalt Rubberized Hot Mix (ARHM)
Overlay, City Project 05-22; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute
all necessary documents. A5343. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.H. COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF A QUINT 105 FOOT AERIAL LADDER
TRUCK:
ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7917, Approving the purchase of a
Quint 105 foot ladder truck from Pierce Manufacturing, Inc., of Appleton
Wisconsin, in the amount of $860,836.30, by participating in a cooperative
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purchase with the City of San Diego. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.1. COOPERATIVE PURCHASE OF MOBILE MAPPING COMPUTERS,
MOUNTING HARDWARE, DOCKING STATIONS AND ANTENNAS FOR
FIRE DEPARTMENT VEHICLES:
ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7918, Approving the purchase of eleven
(11) Panasonic mobile computers, associated screens, keyboards,
docking stations, mounting hardware and antennas from GTSI
Corporation under the U.S. Communities Contract, for a total amount of
$62,691.42. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.G, THE 2006 AMERICAN HEAT - PALM SPRINGS MOTORCYCLE & HOT ROD
WEEKEND:
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the staff
report dated September 20, 2006.
Councilmember Pougnet requested the City Manager address the location of the
event.
Councilmember Mills commented on the location and the change to Indian
Avenue, and requested the event be moved to thestreet in future years.
Mayor Oden commented on the event and tourism in the City.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21717, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUSPENDING
CERTAIN REGULATORY ORDINANCES FROM OCTOBER 6 THROUGH
OCTOBER 8 TO FACILITATE THE 2006 AMERICAN HEAT - PALM SPRINGS
MOTORCYCLE & HOT ROD WEEKEND;" 2) Adopt Minute Order No. 7916,
Approving and authorizing the City Attorney to prepare and execute a
Sponsorship Agreement with Road Shows, Incorporated to produce The 2006
American Heat - Palm Springs Motorcycle & Hot Rod Weekend; and 3) Authorize
the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this event.
A5337. Motion Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat
and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.J. APPROVE CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR DOWNTOWN PARKING
ENFORCEMENT:
Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address a permanent policy for parking
in the Downtown area.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address an interim parking policy for the
next few years.
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Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address the ramifications of not
renewing the parking contract.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address in-house parking enforcement.
Mayor Oden commented on the positive aspects of in-house parking
enforcement.
Councilmember Mills commented on the services with respect to the current
contractor.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7919, Approving, in a form acceptable to
the City Attorney, Amendment 1 to Agreement No. A5242 with Standard Parking
for a 9-month extension for downtown parking enforcement services in an
additional amount not -to -exceed $90,000, and 2) Authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents. A5242. Motion Councilmember Pougnet,
seconded by Councilmember Molls and unanimously carried on a roll call
vote.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO MODIFY MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER
2.16, PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the
staff report dated September 20, 2006.
Mayor Oden requested staff address the modified version as requested by
the Airport Commission.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the effects of the Airport to the City
and requested staff address the history of other cities representation on
the Airport Commission.
Councilmember Pougnet stated he supports the voting status change, but
stated the City of Palm Springs should have the majority of members on
the Commission.
Councilmember McCulloch stated the City of Palm Springs should have
the majority, but the body is too large and should be further reviewed in
the future.
ACTION: Direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance modifying the
rotational voting status of certain Airport Commissioners and adding two
additional Commissioners appointed by the City of Palm Springs. Motion
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Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Oden and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
ACTION: Continue past the tentative 10:00 P.M. adjournment time. Motion
Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and
unanimously carried.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF TWO-HOUR TIME LIMITS ON INDIAN
CANYON DRIVE AND BELARDO ROAD FROM ALEJO ROAD TO
RAMON ROAD UNTIL JUNE 30, 2007:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated
September 20, 2006.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21718, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
SUSPENDING THE TWO-HOUR TIME LIMITS ON INDIAN CANYON
DRIVE AND BELARDO ROAD FROM ALEJO ROAD TO RAMON ROAD
UNTIL JUNE 30, 2007." Motion Mayor Pro Tom Foat, seconded by
Councilmember McCulloch and unanimously carried on a roll call
vote.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINTMENT OF A CITY COUNCIL LEGISLATIVE SUBCOMMITTEE
FOR PROPOSITION 84 AND OTHER RELATED LEGISLATION WITH
REGARD TO LAND CONSERVANCY FUNDING AND NATURAL
RESOURCE PROTECTION:
Councilmember Pougnet clarified the tasks of the subcommittee.
ACTION: Appoint Councilmember Pougnet and Mayor Pro Tem Foat to
the Legislative Subcommittee for Proposition 84 and other related
legislation. By consensus of the City Council.
5.13. RATE ADJUSTMENT FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES:
Troy Butzlaff, Assistant City Manager -Administration, provided
background information as outlined in the staff report dated September 20,
2006.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested staff address the process of a rate
increase, recycling, and the single roll out can.
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Councilmember Pougnet requested staff address extraordinary expenses
and how they are addressed in the agreement and requested Palm
Springs Disposal comment on their service rating.
Councilmember Mills requested PSDS address the retroactive rate
increase.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21719, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING A REQUEST FROM PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL
SERVICES FOR A 2.62% INCREASE IN THE RESIDENTIAL AND
COMMERCIAL FEE FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES."
Motion Councilmember McCulloch, seconded by Mayor Oden and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills announced the City's Downtown Urban Design Guidelines
received another award from the California Planning Association, and announced the
upcoming Senior Softball League activities.
Councilmember Pougnet requested Code Enforcement review the newly installed walls
at 633 Sunrise Way, and requested staff report if additional traffic incidents have
occurred at the intersection of Toledo and Maricopa.
Mayor Oden outlined the activities and events attended by the Mayor's office.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat announced the upcoming Unity Rally in Francis Stevens Park.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 10:26 P.M.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
4T" DAY OF OCTOBER, 2006.
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ATTEST:
City Clerk