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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990 - MINUTES - 10/9/1990---230 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 9, 1990 An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Bono in the Large Conference Room, City Hall, 3200 Tahquitz-McCallum Way, on Tuesday, October 9, 1990, at 1:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Broich, Murawski Neel and Mayor Bono Absent: Councilmember Hodges The meeting was opened with the Flag Salute and an invocation by REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: Report of City Clerk: Agenda posted in accordance with Council procedures on October 5, 1990. PUBLIC COMMENTS: a) Ms. Buddy Schwartz, commented on art in public places, (139- and suggested that the Commission consider photographic 001) murals for the Convention Center, which depict the history of Palm Springs. Councilmember Murawski stated that the Council is looking to create an ambience of the past, and a photo- graphic mural is a good idea, and one which should be suggested to the Commission. b) James Hamlin asked that the Council consider a crosswalk at Tahquitz and Farrell. c) John Wessman asked that if the Council intended to (124- make any changes at the Welwood Library that might 049) involve him, that it give a high priority to the changes. Acting City Manager reported that the matter was scheduled for discussion during study session this date. In answer to question by the Mayor, Mr. Wessman stated that everything that is needed to complete the project is in place, and he hoped to remove the fencing and start the landscaping by mid -October, and to have the restaurant open by December 1. LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 1. HIRING FREEZE Continuation of departmental reviews. No presentations at this time; matter to be continued to October 16, 1990. 2. GOLF COURSE EXPANSION - CIVIL ENGINEER CONTRACT Item not ready for discussion. Council Minutes 10-9-90 Page 2 ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: 3. CONVENTION CENTER - EXPANSION (139- 004) It was moved by Murawski, seconded by Neel, and unanimously carried, Hodges absent, that this item be determined eligible for consideration, and added to the agenda. Recommendation: That the Council amend agreement with Economic Research Associates, per letter dated October 9, to provide additional analysis in conjunction with the expansion of the Convention Center, not to exceed $20,000. Director of Community Development reviewed his report, and stated that if the City waits for the Vision Plan to be completed before a mechanism to expand the Center is developed, the ;IBM deadline will not be met; that steel needs to be ordered; that the proposal will result in examining four levels of feasibility, and development of the economic background to permit proceeding with some type of financing; and the work will be completed by October 15. Councilmember Murawski stated that the Convention Center was not sized properly, and resulted in competition with existing hotel convention facilities; that the facility should be in competition with facilities in other cities, and not 'local hotels which give meeting room space away in return for room dollars; and that the facility must be brought up to size to meet its potential., and he favored the proposed action. Mayor stated that the worst scenario woulld be that the City could not demonstrate a reasonable feasibility for the larger scaled plan, but the analysis is needed to show financiers that it is potentially feasible; that the larger scale is estimated at $43 million, and if the City proceeds, the process will be similar to the first construction project - design it as it is being built - recognizing that there may be some higher costs in doing SO. MO 4659 approving amendment to ERA Agreement 2763, as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Broich, seconded by Neel, and unanimously carried, Hodges absent, that MO 4659 be adopted. 4. VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER (117- 036) It was moved by Broich, seconded by Murawski, and unani- mously carried, Hodges absent, that this matter be determined eligible for consideration, and added to the agenda. Director of Economic Development reported that offer made the previous week was rejected; that Councilmember Murawski met with the lessee, and was successful in negotiating the rental down by $500, and provided an extended term and option for renewal; and he explained the various compon- ents of the proposed sublease, including sigh and telephone relocation, furniture moving, joint use of parking, air conditioning repair, sewer bond partial payment, deposit on signing sublease (applicable to rent), closure of a doorway; and he recommended that the proposed terms be documented in a sublease to be brought back to the Council within a week. Council Minutes 10-9-90 Page 3 VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER (Continued) Director of Community Services & Promotions reported that the start-up cost will be about $140,000, in a building which will be very inviting to visitors; that the computer reservation phone line will be installed, as well as displays to generate revenue; and that the mobile unit will be available for Airport Administrative offices to use during expansion of the Terminal. Councilmember Murawski thanked the staff for its work, and stated that the proposed site was considered on several occasions, including early task forces which were part of the P.S. Project; that the Center will have a positive economic influence on the T.O.T.; that it will grow and pay its way, and add dollars for everyone in town; and that signage is essential on I-10. Mayor stated that the effort is to produce revenue for the City; and that Councilmember Murawski believed in the project, and worked hard to attain it. It was moved by Murawski, seconded by Hodges, and unani- (See 11/7/90 mously carried, Hodges absent, that the staff proceed Minutes) with development of a sublease as presented, to be returned for correctn for Council approval. Acting City Manager requested that the Council reject bids which were submitted for the center at the entry site, exclusive of the mobile unit; after which, it was moved by Broich, seconded by Murawski, and unanimously carried, Hodges absent, that bids be rejected, exclusive of the mobile unit. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. (-,: JUDITH SUMICH City Clerk ■