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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 - MINUTES - 10/11/1995 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 11, 1995 An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor pro tem Lyons, in the Large Conference Room, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on Wednesday, October 11, 1995, at 7:00 p.m. ' ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Lyons, Reller-Spurgin Absent: Councilmember Kleindienst and Mayor Maryanov (Mayor entered the meeting at 7:45 p.m.) The meeting was opened with a Salute to the Flag and a moment of silence. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: Assistant City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on October 6, 1995. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY,HOUSING AUTHORITY,FINANCING AUTHORITY, INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY - No business. PRESENTATIONS: Assistant City Attorney, placque of appreciation. PUBLIC COMMENTS: a) Comments on matters not on the agenda: Simon Houseman, expressed appreciation for the quality of the Municipal Golf Course and affordability. Ann Osborne, 277 E. Alejo, urged Council consideration of noise violations by a business establishment located downtown at 476 N. Palm Canyon, that the music continues from night until early morning hours; that sleep is prevented by the noise; and that it impacts the residents of the Villa Alejo. Direction was given to the City Manager to contact Ms. Osborne regarding the matter. b) Comments concerning the Trini Lopez Tournament. Linda Sroda, stated the City should refrain from endorsing the Trini Lopez Tournament until the matter of the alleged domestic violence issued is settled; and urged Mr. Lopez to withdraw his name from the tournament. Shelly Winter, urged the Council to withdraw support for the Trini Lopez Tournament; and stated that as a victim of domestic abuse, the endorsement of the City of Trini Lopez is distressing; and added that the reputation of the City should be considered. Betty Tuminello, stated that as a previous domestic violence home manager there are many representations that a violator will use; that the Tournament should use another name; and recommended the City use discretion in the special events that it promotes, and not be a lending institute for the events. Anita Rufus, NOW representative, stated that the position of NOW regarding the Trini Lopez allegations is that clarification of the legal issues is required; and urged the City to consider its involvement with Mr. Lopez, and the tournament. Dick O'Linn, resident, stated that he did support and manage Haven Hills, a home in the San Fernando Valley for abused women; and that he urged caution on the part of the Council concerning the endorsement of the Trini Lopez tournament. Jim Jones, urged Council consideration of the endorsement regarding the Lopez tournament. City Manager stated that the Trini Lopez Golf Tournament has not been approved as a City sponsored event; that as a former Police Officer he can understand the concern of the previous speakers, and that as a police officer he started the Women in Distress Home in Miami to help address those concerns. ��MsaVlhJ'kj Council Minutes 10-11-95, Page 2 PUBLIC COMMENTS (Cont'd) Councilmember Hodges stated that the tournament has not been sanctioned by the City; that it is not clear what rights the City may have; that a follow-up report should be prepared and presented to the Council at the next meeting. HERE MAYOR ENTERED THE MEETING ' LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 1. P.S. ROAD RACE Discussion and direction, if any. City Manager stated that concerns regarding the race have been resolved, but some are still outstanding; that the purpose of the meeting was to brief the Council as to the standing of the race; and new issues that have evolved; that there is a new configuration of the course; that contact has been made with most of the people impacted by the new course; that at this time direction is needed concerning fimding of the race; and that the matter will come back to the Council on November 18, 1995 for final consideration. Mayor questioned the location of the new route, and whether he would have a conflict of interest due to the proximity of his office. Assistant City Attorney stated that the Mayor should not express or farm an opinion based on the discussion at this meeting; and that the matter would be further reviewed by the attorney. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that the minutes of a previous meeting reflect that the organizer would pay the back debt at $2,000 per month until paid, with enough profit in December to pay the debt in full. Councilmember Lyons stated that the focus of the race is being lost; that the impact of revenue , from the race is approximately $100,000 per year; that the one year the race was not held, the (050- TOT revenue dropped; that the Film Festival does not generate the; same type of quantitative 025) dollars,yet the City pledges$150,000 a year to the event; that the focus was to bring revenue into the City; and this is one event that has proven to do just that. Councilmember Hodges stated that the dispute does not come from the:revenue being brought into the City;that there is an obligation owed to the City; that it seems that the promoter paid everyone concerned except the City; that the City did not authorize a monthly payment schedule; and that the bills from last year should be paid before starting this year's event. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin staled that it is the principal of the mat filer; that while the continents by Councilmember Lyons are trite, there is still the issue of the money being owed; and the obligation should be met. Mr. Lilly stated that for these types of events, incentives are offered to promoters; and that flexibility is the rule; that it was his understanding that the payment schedule was accepted by those parties involved; that to start negotiating the bill during the meeting was inappropriate; that the matter had already been discussed; and that the schedule was agreed to. Mayor stated the matter should be clarified by the October 18, 1995 meeting. Consensus of the Council to continue the matter to October 18, 1995 to include track layout, balance due from 1994 race, and the 1995 City costs. ' Mike Herrin reviewed the proposed route; and added that most of the businesses concerned have been contacted; that the hours of the race will be 8 a.m. - 4:40 p.m.; that the concrete barriers should be erected around October 28, 1995; that the dates of the race are November 16 through 19, 1995; that the barriers should be fully taken down within two weeks after the event has taken place; that the off-street work will commence first, finishing with the concrete barriers being erected on the main streets of Avenida Caballeros and Tahquitz Canyon Way last; that the time frame for removal of the barriers of the last race was a total of five and one-half days; and that the businesses will have access across the track every 20 to 30 minutes. J�cii Council Minutes 10-11-95, Page 3 1. P.S. ROAD RACE (Cont'd) Councilmember Hodges stated that comment is needed from the affected property owners; that the Courtyard Theater is impacted regarding parking,and possibly by noise;and that comment should be received from the Plaza Villa occupants concerning their thoughts about the impact of the race. City Manager clarified that the direction from the Council was to confirm the proposed route; and to report to the Council concerning the impacted business owners feelings towards the route. Mr. Lily, stated that the open access for the businesses will be provided for land-locked business; that as promoters, one does try to remain sensitive to the needs expressed by the affected businesses; that a great deal of contact has been made with those businesses; and that the background work for the event has been done. Mayor stated that the Council was requesting responses from the business people concerned did not want interpretations of those; and that those views should be in writing, or in person. Mr. Lily, stated that the race was not held in 1993; and that the hotels indicated a flat TOT revenue; that previous years indicated a $85,000 income for the same period when the race was held; that it is evident that the event is profitable for the City; that it does take times for the intensity of the investment to pay off; and that everyone but the promoter has made money from the event. Councilmember Lyons stated that the TOT figures are correct; and that there is no other indication of a reason why the TOT revenue would have been lower that year, except for the absence of the race. 2. AIRPORT - CORPORATION YARD RENTAL Recommendation: That the Council approve a new rental agreement between the City and the Airport, concerning the Corporation Yard, and amend the budget for payment of land rent from October 1, 1990 through September 30, 1995. A3598. City Manager stated that relief has been found for all issues except the Corporation Yard; that the Corporation Yard was outside the scope of Airport activities,but important to the City; that at one (117- time it seemed that a clear zone area would be worked out to be used in exchange for the 008) Corporation Yard; that it has now been determined by the Inspector General that the clear zone (061- is not needed at this time and the back rent must be paid for use of the Corporation Yard. 017) Director of Aviation reviewed the staff report, and added that the payment can be made in cash, or in benefits to the Airport, i.e., traffic signal benefiting Airport traffic flow; that the back rent reflects the past five years; that in the future if the clear zone can be shown as needed, it may be possible to use the area to offset the rent; and he requested if approved, to modify the wording of the budget resolution to Director of Finance approval. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin questioned that if the Airport Master Plan had not been challenged, would this matter be an issue. Director of Aviation stated that at the time of the audit, there was no justification for the proposed clear zone; that if the master plan is approved on the November ballot, then the Airport Safety Zone will proceed, setting forth the need for a clear zone; that once the need has been established, it may be possible for the City to sell the Airport the land it needs. City Manager stated that if the City should get back the back rent it paid; that the monies would be redistributed to the MVR funds; that the Corporation Yard is needed in order to contract out public works; that this issue cannot be reconciled at a local level; and that there are strict guidelines that must be followed. Councilmember Hodges questioned whether the Airport would like to sell the land in question; and that it would be more reasonable to purchase the property than pay rent. .w Council Minutes 10-11-95, Page 4 2. AIRPORT - CORPORATION YARD RENTAL (Cont'd) Director of Aviation stated that the entire parcel is part of a 100 year grant deed; and that all possibilities will be checked. Resolution 18709 and 18710 as recommended were presented, after which, it was moved by ' Hodges, seconded by Lyons,and unanimously carried,Kleindienst absent, that R18709 and 18710 be adopted. ADDED STARTERS: None ADJOURNMENT There being no further business at 9 p.m., Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. JUDITH SUMICH City Clerk By: PATRICIA A. SANDERS Assistant City Clerk