HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992 - MINUTES - 8/12/1992 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
AUGUST 12, 1992
An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor Maryanov,
in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on Wednesday,
August 12, 1992, at 7:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Lyons, Reller,
Schlendorf, and Mayor Maryanov
Absent: None
The meeting was opened with the salute to the Flag and an invocation
by Reverend Jeff Rollins, First Baptist Church, Palm Springs.
MOMENT OF SILENCE: Mayor declared a Moment of Silence in honor
of the passing of Frances Crocker for the many contributions given
to the City.
HOUSING AUTHORITY, FINANCING AUTHORITY, IDA - No Business
REPORT POSTING OF AGENDA:
Report of Assistant City Clerk: Agenda posted in accordance
with Council procedures on August 7, 1992.
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Mayor declared the meeting adjourned
for the purpose of convening as the Community Redevelopment Agency;
after which, members reconvened as the City Council .
HOUSING AUTHORITY, FINANCING AUTHORITY, IDA - No Business
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by Schlendorf, seconded by Lyons, and
unanimously carried, that the Minutes of July 1, 7, 15
& 21, 1992, be approved.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. C.U.P. 5.0597 - EQUESTRIAN CENTER RELOCATION
C.U.P. 5.0598 - GOLF COURSE EXPANSION
On July 15, 1992, the Council continued hearings on Planning
Commission recommendations to: 1) approve a conditional
use permit to allow 18-hole expansion of the municipal
golf course from existing course off Golf Club Drive,
westerly to Sonora Road, Sections 19 & 20; and 2) approve (078
a conditional use permit to allow relocation of the )
Equestrian Center from Sonora Road to the SE corner of 037
Mesquite and Vella Road, Section 19.
David Shey, Golf Course Consultant, stated that the (078-
alternate site for the Equestrian Center does meet all 038)
acceptable standards; that the tenants did accept the
proposed site; that the Planning Director has compiled
an outline of the progression dates for Council action;
Council Minutes
8-12-92, Page 2
1. EQUESTRIAN CENTER/GOLF COURSE (Cont'd)
that direction is needed from the Council to proceed with
the investigation of the new site for the Equestrian Center;
that alternative plans are being checked for the Golf
Course; that negotiations are continuing with the Living
Desert for the McCallum Desert Preserve property; that
Counsel has advised staff that alternative plans of 9
hole and 18 hole can proceed; that if the 9 hole plan
is approved, the fund balance could be used to upgrade
the present course; that it is doubtful if the full amount
could be applied towards debt reduction; and that plans
for both courses are proceeding concurrently to allow
Council the opportunity to proceed with the project; that
Counsel did advise that if Council approved the 9 hole
course and improvements to the present course, any remaining
funds could be used for debt reduction; and that if Council
approved the recommended resolutions, design could proceed.
City Attorney stated that if the present course had a
major upgrade, green fees would have to increase to cover
costs; and that staff could proceed with design of the
9 hole course to integrate into the 18 hole„
Planning Director stated that direction is needed to compile
the design team; that two processes are available, that
a group of consultants could be negotiated with and the
contract presented for Council approval ; or Request, for
Proposals could be issued to advertise for consultants;
that more time is involved in the RFP process; that sole
source is recommended; that Council does need to specify
if improvement to the Golf Course is the only issue, or
if a master plan for the Equestrian Center should be
included.
David Shey stated that the Equestrian Center project does
remove the realm of local architects, and that an equestrian
architect would be needed to obtain a show quality project.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated with the expense of moving
the Equestrian Center, the difference between a local
architect, and a specialist would be minimal ; that
environmental factors need to be considered, and that
the direction and growth design of the City is at issue.
Mayor stated that time is critical ; that the project needs
to move forward; that the project should have been approved,
then the bonds sold; but that the opposite happened; and
that now this Council needs to take action.
City Manager stated that only two of the resolutions
presented need consideration; that language needs to be
added to the resolution concerning the Golf Course, and
could be approved subject to City Attorney approval .
Councilmember Hodges requested that the resolution section
requiring the public hearing for the Municipal Golf Course
be deleted.
Mayor declared the hearing open.
Dick Finan, no address given, stated that there is some
confusion regarding the issue; that if the Council decision
is to approve the 9 hole course, the equestrian center
would not have to move from its present: site; and that
prudent consideration should be given, before authorizing
the move to Section 35.
Council Minutes
8-12-92, Page 3
1. EQUESTRIAN CENTER/GOLF COURSE (Cont'd)
Peter Fairchild, 1001 E1 Cielo, Fairchild Be] Air Greens
owner, stated that he is currently in negotiations to
sell his golf course; that he has made attempts to purchase
the property the City is currently in negotiation for;
that his property is going into escrow, and that it would
make sense for all the properties to be combined into
one golf course; that if the City allows his purchase
of the property, he will build the 9 hole golf course,
at no cost to the City; that the equestrian center would
not have to be moved; that the golf course would be under
prestigious management; and that if the Council desired
to review the documents concerning escrow, he will make
them available.
Mr. Kasparain, Glendale, stated that he did receive a
letter regarding his property from the City; that the
letter did state eminent domain if he did not sell to
the City; that contact has been made by Mr. Fairchild
regarding the purchase of his property; and that the
negotiations have been respectful and are continuing.
City Manager stated that he would meet with Mr. Fairchild
and review the matter.
There being no further appearances, Mayor declared the
hearing closed.
Mayor stated that the procedure the Council is taking
is a legal one; that the Council is bound by previous
actions taken by the City; and that the City is committed
to the $14 million bond debt.
Resolution 17917 re Equestrian Center as recommended,
and Resolution 17918 re Golf Course, as revised to include,
the possible use of the McCallum Preserve property; and
adding the design to include a fall-back provision for
a 18 hole to a 9 hole, subject to City Attorney approval ;
were presented, after which; it was moved by Reller,
seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, that R17917
and 17918 be adopted.
Mr. Kasparian, Glendale, stated that the matter concerning
his property keeps being continued; that his intent is
not against the plan; but to get a fair price for his
property; and that things are moving too fast; and that
there are too many agencies involved.
Mayor stated that Mr. Kasparian's concerns are
understandable; that the matter has been continued many
times; and that direction will be given to staff to inform
the concerned property owners in advance, if a matter
is to be continued.
Councilmember Hodges stated that there is some concern
about sole source purchasing; that government is set up
to use the bid process; that the process is being
circumvented because of time; that the previous resolutions
appointing a design team do not fit into the scheme of
how government is to work.
Council Minutes
8-12-92, Page 4
1. EQUESTRIAN CENTER/GULF COURSE (Cont'd)
Councilmember Lyons stated that the payment on the bonds
is about to start; that circumstances in this case are
different from most; and that the cost will be a large
burden for the City to bear.
City Manager stated that the bond cost to the City will
be $40,000 a month; that the sole source process would
help speed the process; but that it is the pleasure of
the Council .
City Attorney stated that the Equestrian Center design
will have limited architects that do that type of work;
and that time is getting limited.
Planning Director stated that if the Council desires a
show facility, there are limited Equestrian designers;
but that for the Environmental Impact Report, or a financial
study there are many agencies that could be used.
City Attorney stated that the resolutions approved are
for separate design processes for the Golf Course and
for the Equestrian Center; and that the time schedules
are not limited to one or the other.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that Environmental Impact
Reports do take time; and the $40,000 monthly fee is just
concerning the Golf Course.
There was no further discussion, Resolutions stood as
approved.
2. SECTION 19 - LAND ACQUISITION (RESERVE, EQUIESTRIAN CENTER 8
OPEN SPACE)
On July 15, 1992, the Council opened hearing on Resolution
of Necessity to acquire remaining 16 lots necessary for
the development of the McCallum Desert Preserve, Equestrian
Center and for recreational facilities, open space and
public purposes; and continued the hearing to this; date (109-
to permit completion of environmental review. 017)
City Manager requested the item be continued.
City Engineer stated that Environmental Impact Reports
are still needed.
Mayor stated that the report should be received and filed,
so ordered.
3. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - HEALTH 3 SANITATION
On July 1, the Council introduced Ordinance to adopt the
Riverside County Ordinance 712 and its Resolution 91-474,
and City amendments thereto, concerning the collection,
transportation and removal of waste products and portable
toilet facilities; this matter has been noticed as required (103-
by Law. 001)
City Manager reviewed the recommendation.
Mayor declared the hearing open, there being no appearances
the hearing was closed.
Council Minutes
8-12-92, Page 5
3. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - HEALTH E SANITATION (Cont'd)
Assistant City Clerk read title of Ordinance 1420 as
follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
ADDING CHAPTER 6.05 TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE,
BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE RIVERSIDE COUNTY ORDINANCE
712 REGULATING THE COLLECTION, TRANSPORTATION AND REMOVAL
OF LIQUID WASTES AND ANIMAL BY PRODUCTS AND RIVERSIDE
COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 91-474 ESTABLISHING STANDARDS
GOVERNING THE CONSTRUCTION AND PROVISION OF PORTABLE
TOILET FACILITIES UNDER ORDINANCE NO 712.
It was moved by Hodges, seconded by Schlendorf, and
unanimously carried, that further reading be waived, and
that Ordinance 1420 be adopted.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a) Comments regarding Item 5:
Emile Duvernay, Hermosa Drive, stated that the Council
should be commended for establishing the Human Relations
Commission; that it is clear that the Commission will
need to have full legal authority of subpoena and
sanction powers; that the Commission will need to
be more than just a sounding board; that the Commission
should consist of persons who know agencies that can
assist those in need; and that the Commission should
not represent another bureaucratic step.
Edward Joseph, Sunrise Way, stated that there is some
concern regarding the Human Relations Commission;
that discrimination is one of the biggest issues facing
the City; that without exception the biggest concern (060-
of the Task Force, was that the Commission will not 027)
be "window dressing"; that the problems in Los Angeles
today will be the problem of Palm Springs tomorrow;
and that Council will give due consideration to the
recommendations of the Human Relations Task Force.
Fred Ebling, no address given, stated that he is an
advocate for Human Rights; that the legal system does
not work; that he has a lawsuit currently pending
against the County of Riverside; that the loss of
his wife was due to County indifference; that Palm
Springs must concentrate on Human Rights; that people
who live from paycheck to paycheck do not have the
resources to exhaust the legal system; and urged the
Council to take appropriate action.
Mayor stated on behalf of all the Councilmembers,
that human rights is an issue; that the issue is being
addressed on a daily basis; and that at any time a
problem is brought to the Council attention to it
is addressed and followed through.
Council Minutes
8-12-92, Page 6
PUBLIC COMMENTS
a) Comments regarding Item 5 (Cont'd):
Tony Aguiliar, 1975 Mark Leslie, stated that College
of the Desert is hosting a "Democracy Conference"
on October 10, as part of the College's 30th Anniversary
Celebration. The purpose of the conference will be
to provide a variety of activities which educate people
on how they can and why they should become involved
in the process of democracy. The program will be
funded by a grant from the National Endowment for
the Humanities and local funding sources; that as
President of Latinos for a Better (Palm Springs, he
sits on the advisory council for the conference, that
a recommendation has been made to the advisory council
to involve the City of Palm Springs by inviting its (060-
recently formed Human Rights Task Force to participate 027)
as a panel on this occasion, that the advisory council
wholeheartedly agreed and has appointed himself as
the liaison between the advisory council and the City
of Palm Springs for this purpose; and that a request
is being made that the City of Palm Springs endorse
the use of its Human Rights Task Force to participate
as a panel at the "Democracy Conference" on the 10th
of October, 1992; and that a letter to this effect
is given to the City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs.
b) Comments regarding Item 13:
Timothy Sherlock, Mission Uniform & Linen Service,
stated that regarding item 13, Mission Uniform had
been the City's uniform and linen service for the
past five years; that the term of the agreement had
been extended for 90 days to allow the City time to
prepare the bid package for the City uniform cleaning;
that Mission did help in compiling the bid package;
but did not receive notice of bid; that the company
is requesting the Council reject the bids, and reopen (117-
the process; that the company realizes that the re-bid 028)
would be an exception, but based on the circumstances,
the Council would be allowing a fair opportunity.
City Attorney stated that the Purchasing Division
did publish the Invitation to Bid; that: Mission Uniform
& Linen Service was sent the bid package; that the
bid recommended for approval was a lower bid than
what Mission is currently charging; and that staff
is sympathetic, but that the recommendation is to
accept the lowest bid submitted.
c) Comments regarding Item 16 & 19
Linda Cooper Lee, no address given, stated that the
City is allocating over $100,000 in CDBG funding to
the Boys and Girls Club; that the Variety Club could
be contacted to host events to raise money for the
club; that the teens have no place to go; that there
is a group of boys that skateboard at Tahquitz and (085-
Farrell , and that the City could consider building 001)
a skateboard area for the youth's use.
Councilmember Reller clarified that the matter for
consideration for the Boys & Girls Club is a combination
of 91-92 and 92-93 CDBG Funds.
Council Minutes
B-12-92, Page 7
PUBLIC COMMENTS
d) Other Public Comments, not related to an agenda matter:
George Goldberg, P.O. Box 4145, stated that he is
called upon as an expert witness for the Contractors
State Board, and that his qualifications for
architecture are numerous; that Frank Coffee was an
applicant for the Airport Commission, and in spite
of his qualifications was not selected due to not
being a part of the 'club"; that salaries of staff
need to be reviewed; that our of town contractors
are routinely used; and that some of the Claims &
Demand payments are questionable.
Wayne Williams, no address given, stated that the
lot located beside his apartment is used for access
to the rear of Alpha Beta by utility and city vehicles;
that the lot should be abated; that he would appreciated
his Councilmember that represents his district to
consider having the lot cleaned.
Mayor stated that staff will be directed to notify
Code Enforcement, and noted that the Bureau of Indian
Affairs is cooperating with the City.
Wendy Floritine, 331 Sunrise, stated that volunteers
for the PEG task force could be obtained with
coordination of students at the Palm Springs High
School ; that in the past the Superintendent of Schools
has been willing to cooperate with this type of
function; and suggested the opportunity be explored.
Frank Coffee, stated that the appointments to the
Airport Commission were good ones; that the
Environmental Impact Report for the General Plan is
a well defined plan, but does not address the Airport
expansion; that he did not think that staff was working
together; that a request for qualifications was
advertised August 11, 1992, for the EIR concerning
the airport; that the City's General Plan should be
adopted first; and that he has some concern regarding
item 26 on the consent agenda.
Donnie Frank, no address given, stated that the Public
Reports and Requests portion on the agenda has been
deleted, and suggested it be added back to the agenda;
that recently Mr. Crocker had passed away; and that
Council may want to consider placing a statue in the
City in his honor.
Council Minutes
8-12-92, Page 8
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
4. PALM SPRINGS CITY STORE:
Recommendation: That the Council consider the concept
of a "City-Store" and, should it so wish, authorize staff
to request proposals for firms/retailers to provide retail
management and/or merchandising and marketing services
for the sale of City-approved and City-licensed iitems
therein.
Director of Public Relations & Special Events stated that
staff was directed to investigate the feasibility of a
City Store; and found that it could establish a new means
of revenue; promote and capitalize on City events; improve
the 300-400 block of North Palm Canyon; establish an outlet
for surplus City property; and eliminate excess property
in the Corporation Yard; that the store could sell souvenirs
and items on consignment basis; that similar stores were
surveyed in San Diego and Chicago; that. the San Diego
approach is recommended; that both have stores located
in malls; that staff would recommend contracting with
a retailer or private firm to manage the store; that by
doing so, would allow merchandise to be rotated, part-time (117-
help to be hired; that the managing firm could be sought 001)
by RFP's; that the City would pay all costs and allocate
16% of gross revenues to the managing firm; that •the process
of the RFP would be to evaluate the submitted bids with
a Council subcommittee, then approve a contract with the
appropriate bidder; and that it is possible that T-shirts,
cups and other paraphernalia could be sold to broaden
out what the store carries.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that the possibility of
T-shirts, or any other retail type of sales would be placing
the City in a competitive situation with other retail
stores.
Councilmember Hodges stated that the City does not have
alot of excess merchandise; that merchandise will have
to be sought; that the City does not need to be in the
retail business; that the population of Palm Springs does
not support this type of business; that the City does
have the Villagefest, and a booth could) be obtained as
a vehicle to sell the excess signs; and that she opposes
the recommendation.
City Manager stated that the City would remain sensitive
to the private sector.
Councilmember Lyons stated that this is a tourist town,
and as such, this type of store is a natural ; and that
the City needs to be creative in raising revenue.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that government should
take an entreprenial approach; that the City should not
compete with the downtown businesses; that it is a natural
for the City of San Diego; that this City is small and
will not produce the demand that a larger City will :; that
to be a creative entrepreneurial , the departments must
find revenue savings within their own departments.
COUNCIL MINUTES
8-12-92, Page 9
4. PALM SPRINGS CITY STORE (Cont'd)
Mayor stated that this should be viewed as an experiment
that it is worth trying; that if items are sold that are
used within City services, that would not be a competitive
business; that the store will stock 90% City surplus;
that no one else in the City has that type of business;
and that he would recommend the trial .
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that the inventory on
hand would not stock the store for a week; and that the
store will end up selling souvenirs.
Councilmember Reller stated that the RFP process will
ensure that the firm selected will have knowledge with
the processes involved.
Minute Order authorizing request for proposals for firms
or individuals to provide retail management and marketing
services for City Store was presented, after which; motion
by Lyons, seconded by Reller to adopt the Minute Order,
failed by the following vote:
AYES: Lyons and Maryanov
NO: Hodges, Reller and Schlendorf
ABSENT: None
5. HUMAN RIGHTS
Recommendation: That the Council approve a Resolution
affirming its support of Human Rights.
Councilmember Hodges stated that this is a step in the
right direction, and commented on the pleasure of approving
the matter.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that the process of
discussion at Study Session is to bring all comments out
in the open, that it is difficult to come to a conclusion (060-
without any discussion; that the Brown Act prohibits 027)
discussion between Councilmembers on a private basis;
that it is possible that the Council will not always be
in agreement; but that the study session is the opportunity
to voice each member's concern.
City ,Manager stated that the Personnel Director should
be commended on a job well done regarding the Resolution.
Resolution 17919 as recommended was presented, after which;
it was moved by Schlendorf, seconded by Reller, and
unanimously carried, that R17919 be adopted.
6. CONVENTION CENTER EXPANSION - C0110 (Final)
Recommendation: That the Council rescind Minute Order
4977, and approve revised Change Order 10, with Walsh
Pacific Construction, for $125,876, constituting full
and final compensation for the Palm Springs Convention (139-
Center expansion project; and indemnifying the City and 004)
agreeing to defend the City against any claims arising
out of the contract.
COUNCIL MINUTES
8-12-92, Page 10
6. CONVENTION CENTER EXPANSION - C0110 (Cont'd)
City Attorney stated that the proposed change order will
conclude the outstanding issues regarding the Convention
Center expansion; that all disputes have been resolved;
that a retention fund will be held in order to satisfy
all stop notices filed; and recommended that Council approve
the Change Order subject to final approval of City Attorney
regarding retention of funds.
Minute Order 5044, approving Change Order subject to City
Attorney final language, was presented, after which; it
was moved by Hodges, seconded by Schlendorlf', and unanimously
carried, that M05044, approving Change Order subject to
City Attorney final language, be adopted.
7. CONVENTION CENTER EXPANSION
Recommendation: That the Council approve Amendment 3
to A2959 with Ellerbe Becket, Inc. , extending contract
date to July 31, 1992 and increasing the contract amount
by $40,058, to cover additional construction administration
services associated with the Palm Springs Convention Center (139-
expansion project. 004)
Assistant City Manager reviewed the staff report, and
added that no additional time should be needed to complete
the project.
Minute Order 5045 as recommended was presented, after
which; it was moved by Lyons, seconded by Hodges„ and
unanimously carried, that M05045 be adopted.
8. RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT - DRAINAGE FUNDS
Recommendation: That the Council approve budget amendments
in the amount of $192,000 to provide funding for Riverside
County Flood Control District for Line 41 (Stage 2) on
East Palm Canyon Drive and Golf Club Drive in the southeast
drainage area; and $1,147,000 to provide funding for oitl)
Riverside County Flood Control District for Farrell
Retention Basin and Line 6 (Stage 1) on Vista Chino,
Cerritos to the west side of Sunrise Way, which falls
in the north drainage area.
City Engineer reviewed staff report, and no further report
was given.
Resolution 17920 and 17921 as recommended respectively,
were presented, after which; it was moved by Hodges,
seconded by Schlendorf, and unanimously carried, that
R17920 and 17921 be adopted.
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ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None
CONSENT AGENDA:
9. Res 17922 amending the Comprehensive Fee Schedule to increase
hourly rates for CPR American Heart Association training (114-
classes, charged by the Fire Department. 008)
10. Res 17923 amending the Comprehensive Fee Schedule to increase (114-
Smoke Detector inspection fee to $25, as charged by the Fire 008)
Department.
11. Res 17924 providing for the waiver of minimum building permit (114-
fees in connection with the low-income evaporative cooler 008)
program sponsored by Southern California Edison.
12. MO 5046 awarding purchase of 4 mini trucks to GMC Truck Division (084-
at $11,701.65 per truck, for a total of $48,806.60. 009)
13. MO 5047 awarding purchase for uniform rental and cleaning (117-
services to Prudential Overall Supply on per item basis, (See 038)
comments Ttem 38).
14. MO 5048 designating the Library Center as the library to receive (060-
the appointed list for boards and commissions, pursuant to O10)
recent State Law amendments.
15. MO 5049 approving standard subrecipient agreement under 92-93 (085-
CDBG with the P.S. Senior Center, for $10,000 to purchase 001)
a vehicle to deliver food and services to homebound senior
citizens A3128.
16. MO 5050 approving standard subrecipient agreement under 92-93 (085-
CDBG with the Boys & Girls Club for $30,000 to resurface the 001)
gymnasium floor - A3129.
17. MO 5051 approving standard subrecipient agreement under 92-93 (085-
CDBG with the Community Counseling & Consultation Center for 001)
$18,000 to provide medical equipment for AIDS treatment .A3130.
18. MO 5052 approving standard subrecipient agreement under 92793 (085-
CDBG with the P.S. Senior Center for $10,000 for improvements 001)
to the Center including drywell adjacent to trash enclosure,
and roof repair to older portion of building •A3131,
19. MO 5053 approving standard subrecipient agreement under 92-93
CDBG with the P.S. Youth Center for $66,980 improvements (085-
including evaporative coolers in gymnasium and main building, 001)
painting interior and exterior, resurface parking lot, parking
lot lighting, and new floors in lower level restroom - A3132.
20. MO 5054 approving standard subrecipient agreement under 92-93
CDBG for $1,000 with Riverside County Alternatives to Domestic (085-
Violence to provide services to victims of domestic violence 001)
- A3133:
COUNCIL MINUTES
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CONSENT AGENDA (Cont'd)
21. MO 5055 appproving addendum to Agr 2753 with C.V. Housing (085-
coalition (CVHC) to extend term of agreement for multifamily
rehabilitation program to 6-30-93, with a six months extension. 601)
22. MO 5056 awarding contract for the Boys and Girls Club gym
floor resurfacing to Sunset Floors, Inc. , CP92•-01, for $37,498. (085-
A3134. 001)
23. MO 5057 approving amendment to agreement with Cathedral City �"'
for the DIMES program for the police department, to upgrade ( `'I �-
services and equipment to provide a program for wants and '1'9 )
warrants; at a cost of $12,186 - Agr #2992
24. Res 17925 approving the Memorandum of Understanding relative (110-
to wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment 012)
for employees in the Fire Management Unit.
25. Res 17926 approving the Memorandum of Understanding relative
to wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment (110-
for employees in the Police Safety Unit. 46j
26. Res 17927 approving the Memorandum of Understanding relative
to wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment (110-
for employees in the Professional and Management Unit. 014)
27. MO 5058 approving an addendum to the Memorandum of Understanding
between the Palm Springs Fire Safety Unit and the Municipal (110-
Employee Relations Representative. 003)
28. MO 5059 approving Change Order 1 to A3096 with Matich
Corporation, for an increase of $9,596 for AD157, for (056-
miscellaneous street repairs at various locations. (See 011)
comments Item 39).
29. MO 5060 approving Change Order 2 to A31,196 with Matich
Corporation, for an increase of $155,000 for AD157, for the (056-
widening of El Cielo Road and full street improvements on 011)
a portion of Mesquite Avenue, east of El Cielo Road.
30. MO 5061 approving Change Order 1 to A3049 with Sierra Pacific
Electrical Contracting for an increase of $12,1153.86 for traffic (130-
signals at Ramon/Farrell and Tachevah/Sunrise. 001)
31. Res 17928 approving the acquisition of 1 lot in an area south
of Mesquite Avenue, east of E1 Cielo Road, north of Tahquitz (109-
Creek, Section 19, for $6,000. 017)
32. Res 17929 approving the acquisition of 1 lot in an area south
of Mesquite Avenue, east of E1 Cielo Road, north of Tahquitz (109-
Creek, Section 19, for $5,500. 017)
33. Res 17930 approving the acquisition of 4 lots in an area south
of Mesquite Avenue, east of El Cielo Road, north of Tahquitz (109-
Creek, Section 19, for $25,400. 017)
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COUNCIL MINUTES
8-12-92, Page 13
CONSENT AGENDA (Cont'd)
34-. MO 5062 authorizing purchase of a full page ad in October,
1992 issue of City Sports Magazine, for $5,690; and designating (050-
the City of Palm Springs as the site of the city sports "Dream 001)
Weekend", October 22-24, 1992. Mk 13t..
35. Res 17931 approving the second 12 month time extension for
tentative tract map 24325 for a single-family residential (137-
subdivision of 30 lots at the easterly end of Escoba Drive, 068)
R-1-C Zone, Section 19.
36. MO 5063 approving lease agreement with the Agua Caliente
Cultural Museum for premises located at 215-219 South Palm (117-
Canyon Drive, in the Village Green. A3136. 020)
37. Res 17932, 17933, 17934 and 17935 approving Payroll Warrants (086-
and Claims & Demands. 011)
Resolutions 17922 through 17935 and Minute Orders 5046
through 5063 as recommended were presented, after which;
it was moved by Lyons, seconded , by Schlendorf, and
unanimously carried, that R17922 - 17935 and M05046 5063
be adopted.
38. M05047 awarding purchase for uniform rental and cleaning
services to Prudential Overall Supply on per item basis.
City Attorney stated that the legal procedure was .followed
in the processing of the bid; that the incident with Mission
Uniform is unfortunate; but that the bids have been opened (117-
and made public. 038)
City Manager stated. that all routine processes were followed
by staff.
Mayor stated that the proper procedures were followed; that
the bids have been made public information; and unfortunately,
the problem can not be remedied.
Councilmember Reller stated that Mission Uniform did help
prepare the invitation to bid, and should have contacted the
City when the bid specifications were not received by their
office.
39. MO 5059 approving Change Order 1 to A3096 with Matich
Corporation, for an increase of $9,596 for AD157, for
miscellaneous street repairs at various locations.
City Engineer stated that the City currently has an agreement
with Southern California Edison that if utilities are requested
to be moved by the City, that the City will pay the cost of
the move; that AD157 specifications require pedestrian street (056-
lights at a cost of $75,000, that in negotiations with SCE 011)
for modifications to meet its standards, costs were reduced
to $39,000, saving related costs to the City.
Councilmember Lyons stated that staff should be directed to
study the effect of charging utility companies for easements.
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ADDED STARTERS: None
REPORTS & REQUESTS:
40. FRANCHISE PAYMENT REPORT - Received & Ordered Filed
(089-
a) Warner CATV - $113,848.64 003)
CITY COUNCIL reports or requests
a) Councilmember Hodges requested that Public reports and requests
be added to the agenda.,
b) Mayor stated that a report concerning Desert: Highland Park
has been reviewed by concerned parties; that staff, contractors
and consultants should be sensitive to the community; and that
the report is on file in the Mayor's Office for review.
STAFF reports or requests •- None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned to August 13, 1992 at 3 p.m. for completion
of commission interviews, Large Conference Room, City
Hall ; and further adjourned to Wednesday, September 2,'
1992, 7:30 p.m. , Council Chambers.
JUDITH SUMICN
City Clerk
By: PATRICIA A. SANDERS
Assistant City Clerk