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Home My WebLink About1995 - MINUTES - 12/6/1995 0231 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES DECEMBER 6, 1995 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor Kleindienst,in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way,on Wednesday,December 6, 1995,at 6:00 p.m., at which time, the City Attorney announced items to be discussed in Closed Session, and at 7:00 p.m., the meeting was convened in open session. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Barnes, Hodges, Spurgin and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: None The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, led by Boy Scout Troop 86 and an invocation by Rev. Joe McManus, Unity Church of the Desert. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: Assistant City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on December 1, 1995. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All Entities) - See items on Page 5 of agenda this date. PRESENTATIONS: Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting-Ron Everett Swear-in new Police Officer Kelly Fieux Palm Springs Alternatives for Youth Council-Miles Barrett INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING AUTHORITY - No Business APPROVAL OF MINUTES: . ' It was moved by Spurgin,seconded by Kleindienst and unanimously carried, Barnes and Hodges abstaining, that the minutes of November 1 & 15, 1995 be approved. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. 1994 UNIFORM CODES (BUILDING, ETC) Recommendation: That the Council conduct hearing on ordinances introduced November 15, 1995, to adopt the 1994 editions of the various Uniform Codes, the 1994 Life Safety Code, and the 1993 National (112- Electrical Code, together with amendments,additions,and deletions, thereto. Resolution making expressed 004) findings was adopted on November 15; and this is the time and place advertised for public hearing. Director of Planning &Building reviewed the staff report, and no further report was given. Mayor declared the hearing open, there being no appearances, the hearing was closed. Assistant City Clerk read title of Ord 1522 and 1523; after which, it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Spurgin, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived, and that 01522 and 1523 be adopted. INTERAGENCY REPORTS: a) Councilmember Hodges reported that CVAG was meeting regarding Bedminister. b) Councilmember Spurgin congratulated the local school children for the artwork on the various ' banners displayed downtown. c) Mayor Kleindienst reported that Sardine met regarding various housekeeping items; that Palm Desert will be using an electric trolley between Desert Crossings and the Palm Desert Mall; and that a full report will be given to the Council regarding the mandatory testing of taxis from the Sunline Regulatory Agency. 0232 Council Minutes 12-6-95, Page 2 PUBLIC COMMENTS: a) Comments regarding item 6: Dave Weaver, recommended the Council consider requesting the applicant to clean up the (137- property. 3' b) Comments regarding matters not on the agenda. The following persons spoke requesting the Council approve a.�ppointment of Ron Oden to the Council vacancy. Reverend Jerry Johnson, Joseph Beaver, Susan Kiskis, Talene Macashaw, Reverend Rollins, Darrell Meeks, Hall Ball. Frank Miller, complimented the Council for its willingness to take a stand on difficult issues. Ron Everett, Accounting Manager, City of Palm Springs, expressed appreciation for co-workers in the Finance Departments and their effort in maintaining award winning status. LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 2. SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT - HUNTER JOHNSON DBA AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTS Recommendation! That the Council approve a Settlement Agreement with Hunter Johnson, dba American Development Consultants for a total of$37,249.43, for past due promissory note (A2956), A2956A (133- 006) City Attorney reviewed staff report and recommended approval of agreement. ' Minute Order 5665 as recommended was presented, after which; it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Spurgin and unanimously carried,that MO5665 be adopted. 3. ORDINANCE FOR SECOND READING & ADOPTION (Intro. 11-15-95) Assistant City Clerk read title of Ord 1524 re zoning/General Plan consistency; after which, it was moved (149- by Spurgin, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived, and that 01524 015) be adopted. 4. PSHS AUDITORIUM RENOVATION FUNDRAISING Recommendation: That the Council authorize use of its name, and those of individual Councilmembers (126- on stationery for fundraising purposes by The Auditorium Project Committee (T.A.P.)„ in its efforts to 001) restore the P.S. High School Auditorium. Mrs. Eugene Holly requested Council consideration for authorization to use the Council name in fundraising activities to renovate the Palm Springs High School Auditorium; that a committee has been formed to spearhead the fundraising; and that the goal is to raise $2 million. Councilmember Spurgin stated that the endeavor is notable. Councilmember Barnes stated that if the depiction is an accurate rendering, the access will be from an on site parking lot; and that input from members of the School Board is elated. Minute Order 5666 as recommended was presented, after which; it was moved by Spurgin, seconded by ' Barnes, and unanimously carried that MO5666 be adopted. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None 0233 Council Minutes 12-6-95, Page 3 CONSENT AGENDA: The following items are of a routine nature, and may be approved by one blanket motion,upon unanimous consent. Questions for clarification are permitted prior to vole, and matters need not be voted upon separately. ' Review by City Manager of Consent Items to be clarified. 5. MO 5667 approving a multi-year agreement for servicing and monitoring City-owned fire and security (117- syslems to Protection Service Industries, L.P., for $12,912 annually, A3615. 001) 6. Res 18746 approving first 12-month time extension for Tentative Tract Map 26871, Nichols, for an 11-lot (137- residential subdivision on Pasco El Mirador at Paseo de Anza, expiration date: 11-5-95. Hodges abstained. 081) 7. Res 18747 approving Final Tract Map 27633, Ehrlich, to divide property at 2801 Avery Drive. (137- 090) 8. MO 5668 approving purchase of new and replacement furniture at the Airport Terminal, through the (051- Califomia Communities Purchasing Program, from Wardens Office Products (Stockton), for$14,761.45, 075) all inclusive(purchase saves 48% off manufacturer's list price). 9. Res 18749 declaring intent to vacate portion of right of way for extension of Sunrise Way between Sections (145- 35 & 36 north of San Rafael Road, and set hearing for January 3, 1996; at request of adjacent property 001) owners; rescinds prior Res 19714. 10. Res (3) 18750, 18751, and 18752 approving Payroll Warrants (2) and Claims & Demands (1). Reller- (086- Spurgin abstained on#905190, Hodges abstained on #904999. 014) Resolutions 18746 though 18752 and Minute Order 5667 were presented, after which; it was moved by Spurgin, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, Hodges abstaining on item 6, that R18746 - ' 18752 and M05667 be adopted;Hodges abstaining on Warrant#904999,and Spurgin on Warrant#905190. ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS &REQUESTS: 11. DEPARTMENT REPORTS -Received & Ordered Filed (121- 002) a) Treasurer's Quarterly - September, 1995 CITY COUNCIL reports or requests a) Mayor Kleindienst requested listing of all possible vacancies on CVAG and Sunline. PUBLIC reports or requests-None STAFF reports or requests-None ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. ' JUDITH SUMICH City Clerk / \By: PATRICIA A. SANDERS Assistant City Clerk