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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993 - MINUTES - 9/15/1993 I CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1993 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs,was called to order by Mayor pro tem Reller-Spurgin,in the Council Chamber,3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way,on Wednesday,September 15, 1993, at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Lyons, Reller-Spurgin, and Schlendorf Absent: Mayor Maryanov The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag following color presentation by Boy Scout Troop 199, and an invocation by Rev. Ron Oden, Palm Springs REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on September 10, 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. PRESENTATION: Dr. Dennis Spurgin on behalf of the P.S. Rotary Club, presented contribution of $22,675, as result of the bike-a-thon to raise funds in support of the DARE program, and noting that another bike-a-thon is scheduled for March 19, 1994. Police Chief thanked Dr. Spurgin and the Rotary, and noted that the program is to be community supported, and the cost is now covered about 33%, noting additional fundraisers which are scheduled. INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: Mayor declared the meeting adjourned for the purpose of convening as the Industrial Development Authority; after which members reconvened as the City Council. HOUSING AUTHORITY, FINANCING AUTHORITY: No Business APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Schlendorf, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, Maryanov absent, that the minutes of July 28 and September 1, 1993 be approved. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 'i. RAILWAY STATION Recommendation: That the Council approve filing application to the Dept. of Housing&Urban Development (HUD) for Section 108 Loan Funds, guaranteed against future allocation from the City's CDBG fund entitlements; rto be used to purchase property for the development of a railway (143- station at Garnet Road and N. Indian Canyon. City Manager highlighted.the report of the Director 006 of Economic Development. Mayor pro tern declared the matter open for public comments; there were no appearances. Resolution 18180 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Schlendorf, seconded by Lyons, and unanimously carried, Maryanov absent, that R18180 be adopted. INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY REPORTS: a) Councilmember Schlendorf reported that SCAG discussed the railway station issue, and would like to look at the 18 possible sites, and make an assessment; that criteria which was set for new transportation includes connecting all types of intermodal transportation, e.g., airports, and she will be pushing to add the same criteria to the CVAG criteria. City Manager noted that the CVAG Executive Committee will be addressing the issue also, and that some Amtrac approvals have been given. PUBLIC COMMENTS: a) Comments related to matters not on the agenda: Laura David, new residents, commented on the closure of Victoria Park, and urged that the Council continue working with the community in looking for a permanent solution. LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: Council Minutes 9-15-93 Page 2 1. GRAFFITI PROGRAM At the adjourned meeting September 8, the Council appropriated funding relative to reinstating a graffiti program, and asked that the matter be further considered at this time relative to alternatives, including potential Sardine program, and potential fines. (Materials at meeting) Director of Public Works stated that a employee has been working on the program since (061- September 13, and responding to a significant number of locations reported in the past several 015) months. He explained the Sunline removal program, and the estimated costs, as detailed in his memorandum, i.e., $5,000 per month, providing daily access and 15.5 hours per week, although the person may not always be removing graffiti, the availability is present. In response to questions by Council, he stated that the City cost of$4,500 would remain the same for the next nine months; that the gas tax funding, initially proposed on September 8, would provide funds for the nine months,without overspending the current budget;that the Council appropriated funds for 90 days;and he recommended that the matter be brought back in 30 days, during which staff will evaluate the options,and come back with a recommendation,including looking at the Lighting and Landscape Maintenance District as a possible cost recovery for next year. It was moved by Hodges, seconded by Lyons, and unanimously carried, Iviaryanov absent, that this matter be continued for thirty days as recommended. 2. GAMING TASK FORCE On August 4, the Council considered the creation of a task force, and continued further consideration to this date; and at the September 8 study session, request was made that the discussion include purpose and membership of the task force. City Manager distributed, and read his memorandum, indicating suggested sources from which (060- appointees could be selected, and topics for the task force to address. He stated that the p/p.) appointments would be a decision of the Council,including a determination as to how many seats there should be and then selecting a representative from each category. Mayor pro tem stated that this matter should be continued in order to have a full Council for discussion. It was moved by Hodges, seconded by Schlendorf, and unanimously carried, Maryanov absent, that this matter be continued to September 22, 1993. 3. FIREWORKS COMMITTEE On September 8, the Council authorized depositing donations for a fireworks event into the City's Trust & Agency Fund, and requested a report back as to the official designation of a volunteer committee to fundraise and put on a 1994 July 4 fireworks celebration. (104- City Attorney reported that he spoke with Mr. Platt, and recommended that the relationship with 001) the volunteer group be a contractual one, and he would develop an agreement and bring it back to the Council within the next two regular meetings. So ordered. 4. TRAFFIC SIGNAL CP92-03 - SUNRISE/AMADO Recommendation: That the Council cancel contract with Select Electric, Inc., awarded on September 1, for a new traffic signal at Sunrise and Amado; pursuant to Caltrans requisites, until (130- Caltrans approves compliance with Disadvantaged Business Enterprises requirements; matter to 001) be returned to the Council for final award. (A3260) Director of Public Works reviewed his report, and responded to question of Council, stating that should the contractor not meet the qualifications, the final award would be made to one of the other contractors who bid; and that the bidding process would not start over. Minute Order 5249 as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Lyons, seconded by Schlendorf, and unanimously carried, Maryanov absent, that M05249 be adopted. 6. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None CONSENT AGENDA: 7. MO 5250 (Revised) prequalifying contractors to bid on erosion protection portion of the Golf (092 Course expansion project, CP93-33 010) 8. MO 5251 approving one-year contract with AYSO for use of DeMuth Park for its soccer program (109- -A3267. 005) n � ' r Council Minutes 9-15-93 Page 3 9. MO 5252 approving subrecipient agreement, in compliance with Federal regulations for CDBG (085-- funds for 1993-94, for$20,000 with Mizell Senior Center to provide services to senior citizens, 001") A3268. 10. MO 5253 approving subrecipient agreement, in compliance with Federal regulations for CDBG (085- funds for 1993-94, for $1,000 with Alternatives to Domestic Violence to provide services to 001) victims of domestic violence. A3269. it. MO 5254 approving subrecipient agreement, in compliance with Federal regulations for CDBG (085- funds for 1993-94,for$1,000 with College of the Desert C.A.R.E.Program,to provide assistance 001) to low-income persons attending college, A3270. 12. MO 5255 approving subrecipient agreement, in compliance with Federal regulations for CDBG (085•- funds for 1993-94,for$2,000 with Food in Need of Distribution,to provide food delivery services 001) to homebound senior citizens, A3271. 13. Res 18181 and 18182 approving Payroll Warrants & Claims & Demands, Reller-Spurgin (086) abstaining on Warrant No. 878538. It was moved by Schlendorf, seconded by Lyons,and unanimously carried,Maryanov absent, that MO 5250 through 5255 and Resolutions 18181 and 18182 be adopted; Reller Spurgin abstaining on Warrant as noted. REPORTS &REQUESTS: a) Treasurer's Monthly, July, 1993 - Received for Filing CITY COUNCIL reports or requests a) Councilmember Schlendorf noted meeting schedules for inter;governmental agencies on which she serves, and questioned when the traffic signal will be installed at San Rafael and Indian Canyon. Director of Public Works stated that appraisals have been approved, and there is one issue being worked through with one properl.;y owner. She asked that a time line be set on the:project. b) Councilmember Hodges reported on a program in Long Beach, which has been in effect for several months and appears to be successful, and asked that it be explored by the (109- Parks and Recreation Commission for possible application in Palm Springs, i.e., an area 003) fenced and designated in the parks for dog owners to let their dogs run. She stated that animals owners would enjoy taking their dogs to the park, and be willing to pity for it, and it could generate revenue, in that perhaps tokens could be sold for use of the area. c) Councilmember Hodges questioned what was happening with the bus shelters on the routes no longer used by Sunline. Director of Public Works reported that Sanline is responsible for either moving the shelters, or providing repairs or improvement, and he will report back. Councilmember Schlendorf stated that the: City has received funds through the advertising and that Sunline is planning additional bus shelters; that once the new buses are on-line, there will be adjustments again to the schedules and there will be competition to regain schedules and routes. d) Mayor pro tem Reller-Spurgin congratulated the Greater Palm Springs Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for being selected as the number one chamber in the western United States. PUBLIC reports or requests a) James Miller, Palm Springs, delivered a handout for the Council concerning the railway (143- station, indicating he arrived too late to present it under the adlbove Item 5. 006) STAFF reports or requests a) Closed Session: City Attorney reported on matters discussed in Closed Session preceding the meeting, memorandum on file in his office. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor pro tem declared the meeting adjourned to Wednesday, September 22, 1993, at 7:30 p.m., Large Conference Room, City Hall[. IUDITH S MICH City Clerk