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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
JANUARY 26, 1993
An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor Maryanov
in the Large Conference Room, City Hall , 3200 Tahquitz-McCallum
Way, on Tuesday, January 26, 1993, at 3 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Lyons, Reller-Spurgin,
Schlendorf, and Mayor Maryanov
Absent: None
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA:
City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance
with Council procedures on January 22, 1993.
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 .
PUBLIC COMMENTS: (Note: Although there were no public comments
at this point, the following person spoke under the Public Comments
portion of the Study Session agenda)
a) Comments re Item 5:
Mel Haber, 200 W. Ramon Road, stated that he had not
heard of the food handlers certification program,
and did not know of it being enforced; that he
considered it unwieldy, and did not think anyone else
knew about it; that he considered it costly and
governmental interference. He read a letter from
the California Restaurant Assor.ialion, Mr. Riccio,
President, asking that the ordinance be repealed.
He stated that an employee cannot; be fired on the
basis of having a disease, and that he has employees
who also cannot read or write.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
1. FORMER DUMP SITE
Staff Recommendation: That the Council authorize a loan �o
from the Wastewater Treatment PlanC to the Community
Redevelopment Agency $90,600; and amend the budget related y�
thereto. (See CRA Item 1 Minutes this date for details)
Resolution 18028 and 18029 as recommended, respectively,
were presented; after which, it was moved by Schlendorf,
seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously carried, that
R18028 and 18029 be adopted.
2. WASTE DISPOSAL - RECYCLING SURCHARGE (TO MEET AB939 REQUIREMENTS)
Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve an increase
in the monthly Recycling Surcharge from 0. 15 cents to 6qr'
0.40 cents per residential unit; and 0.62 cents to 0.96 aoj
cents per commercial entity, in order to fund fiscal year
1993/94 city based programs aimed at meeting the municipal
solid waste diversion mandates of the Integrated Waste
Management Act of 1989.
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2. WASTE DISPOSAL (Continued)
Recycling Coordinator highlighted the Memorandum of the
Assistant City Manager, noting that the diversion mandates
25% by 1995, and 50% by 2000, and that the City Manager
is authorized by the Municipal Code to direct the City's
hauler to initiate the surcharge, which will produce an
estimated $110,000, which has been determined to be the
amount that would be adequate for 1993-94, and the
collection will commence with the May 1 billing.
Resolution 18030, as recommended, was presented; after
which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Lyons,
and unanimously carried, that R18030 be adopted.
3. WASTE DISPOSAL - GREENWASTE COLLECTION PROGRAM
Staff Recommendation: That the Council direct the City
Manager to instruct the City's franchised trash hauler,
Palm Springs Disposal Services, to implement the greenwaste
collection phase of its enhanced recycling program by (148-
May 31, 1993, pursuant to Chapter 6.04, Section 6.04.190 001)
of the Palm Springs Municipal Code.
Recycling Coordinator highlighted the memorandum of the
Assistant City Manager, adding that she will be doing
some advertising for public education purposes needed
prior to implementation of the program.
Resolution 18031, as recommended, was ±resented; after
which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by
Schlendorf, and unanimously carried, that R18031 be adopted.
4. LIVING FOR THE 90's - SELECTION OF CITY'S SENIOR ROLE MODEL
Staff Recommendation: That the Council ratify the nomina-
tion of James Goree as the City's 1993 Senior Role Model
in conjunction with the second "Living for your 90's"
Senior Inspiration Award.
Councilmember Schlendorf explained the purpose of the (07`/-
award, instigated by County Supervisor Larsen, whereby 001)
each City nominates a recipient for the award, which is
presented at a valley-wide luncheon. She added that the
City was expected to purchase 2-3 tables, however, sponsor-
ships are being provided by the P.S. Firemen's Association,
and by the American Savings Bank.
Councilmember Reller-Spurgin complimented Mr. Goree for
his 60 years of service in the community, which included
delivery of food to people in need, financial assistance
wherever he could, and serving as a fine example for every-
one.
Resolution 18032, as recommended, was presented; after
which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by
Schlendorf, and unanimously carried, that R18032 be adopted.
5. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATION
Council Recommendation: That the Council consider revoking
regulations concerning food handlers as detailed in Chapter
6.07 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code. (103-
001)
Councilmember Lyons stated that upon advice of the City
Attorney he will abstain on this matter.
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5. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - FOOD HANDLERS (Continued)
Director of Building & Safety reviewed his memorandum,
noting that the current ordinance was adopted 'in 1982;
that the written materials for the testing are available
in Spanish; that the certification fee is; $10, paid to
the County, and the certificate is valid for two years
after issuance; that it was generally favorably accepted
in 1982 when it was adopted; that he conducted a random
survey of four restaurants, none of which indicated any
opposition to the ordinance; that others have spoken to
the Council in opposition; that the requirement is a County
requirement, and is enabled in the City via the above
noted Municipal Code provision.
Councilmember Reller-Spurgin questioned what training
would be provided if the ordinance is not in effect, i .e. ,
regarding contamination of food.
Director of Building & Safety stated that any training
would whatever is provided by the business owner, and
added that the provisions also cover supermarkets in terms
of food handlers, not necessarily cashiers.
Councilmember Schlendorf stated that she felt the training
and certification were valuable, however, opposed placing
the requirement on the business owner, rather than on
the employee, particularly, since the certificate is valid
for two years, and the employee may take it to another
establishment in town.
Mayor stated that he found problems with the provisions
in terms of the 2-year frequency, and the mandate on the
employee; that a variety of signs are posted in food
establishments, serving as reminders and warnings, as
well as bulletin boards which provide information on site,
and questioned whether the provisions may Ibe a redundancy
of what is already being done.
Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that she felt the
task of providing training was the responsibility of the
Health Department, and not of the City.
City Attorney stated 'that the ordinance could be amended
to address specific requirements, such as placing the
onus on the employee rather than the employer, and although
the County has standards, they are ultimately the City's
standards, and in-turn the City's standards are enforced
by the Health Department.
Mayor read a portion of the staff report of 1982, noting
that at that time, restaurants and food handlers were
involved in the process via surveys and meetings, and
he recommended that a similar process be followed at this
time, indicating to the food handlers industry possible
changes that might be considered, soliciting their views
on the current provisions, potential changes, and what
if any modifications they might recommend.
Councilmember Hodges concurred with Councilmember
Schlendorf's concern, and agreed with calling for 'input
from the industry. She recalled her own experience with
the ordinance when it was first adopted, and stated that
there was participation, and it was not a surprise, and
perhaps the opportunity for on-site testing had not been
enforced. She added that it is an important issue, and
one which affects people's lives, and one which should
not be taken lightly.
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5. FOOD HANDLERS (Continued)
Director of Building & Safety stated that he spoke with
the Health Officer, who indicated that he would cooperate
in terms of enforcement while the City Council reviews
this matter, and will again contact him.
No action was taken, but it was the consensus of the Council
to proceed with the survey and discussion as noted by
the Mayor, and to bring back information as to who
determined that the responsibility should rest with the
employer; and to ask the Health Officer to talk with the
Council on how training will achieved.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned.
JUDITH SUMSCH
City Clerk