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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
APRIL 3, 1996
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, April 3, 1996 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, Oden, and Mayor Kleindienst
Absent: Councilmember Spurgin
The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, led by Boy Scout Troop 86, and an
invocation by Rev. Griffes, P.S. Presbyterian Church.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in
accordance with Council procedures on March 29, 1996.
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All
Entities) -See items on Page 6 of agenda this date.
PRESENTATION: Swear -in of new Police Officer Karen Rose; and presentation of Plaques to
Airport Groundskeepers, for their fine work at the Airport.
HOUSING AUTHORITY: FINANCING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY - No business
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.
' APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by Hodges, seconded by Barnes, and unanimously carried, Oden abstaining,
and Spurgin absent, that the Minutes of March 13 and 14, 1996, be approved.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
INTERAGENCY REPORTS:
a) Councilmember Barnes reported that a Council sub -committee of he and the
Mayor, staff and others, will have its first meeting on April 4, to look at the
planting and building permit processes.
b) Councilmember Hodges reported that she, Councilmember Spurgin, the City
Manager and Director of Transportation met, and concluded that taxicab driver
input was necessary, and a meeting has been set for April 12; and that a bulletin
has been sent to drivers inviting them to attend.
c) Mayor announced that the CVAG 20/20 final materials will be forthcoming, and
will be forwarded to the Council for prioritizing; and that Congressman Bono met
with local area mayors, requesting input as to assistance needed at the federal
level. He asked for Councilmembers to give him any suggestion along this line,
which he will forward to the Congressman.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a) Comments concerning Item 1:
(Note: Many comments were offered during the Community Redevelopment
Agency "Public Comment" agenda, and are reflected here for record purposes.)
Steve Grasha, resident, slated that the downtown parking management plan j 105=
should be under the redevelopment agency, and it will be paid for by ' 001)
redevelopment funds; that the downtown people have been working toward
rebuilding the business community, which has increased in activity, but it is not
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to the point that should be forced to sell bonds and the people forced to be
responsible for payment; that the City has not been successful in deriving the
income to cover the debt costs, citing the convention center and golf course, and
the $285,000 does not need to be spent right now. lie spoke a second time
expressing his opinion that the Plaza de las Flores project was to have provided
public restrooms, which he felt it has not done, and therefore violates its
agreement with the City, and die City therefore has no obligation to provide
parking.
Don Frank, resident, expressed his view of the Councilmembers motives;
challenged why the matter was not listed on the Agency agenda; and suggested
the funds go to the "northend."
Fred Ebeling suggested other ways the funds could be spent, citing his own use
as an example.
Agop Aintablian, Le Palmier Inn, 200 W. Arenas, stated opinion that a parking
structure will attract crime, and an undesirable element, and will hurt the image
of Patin Springs, impair the openness and serene feeling of downtown; that
parking is not needed if other parking spaces and lots were better utilized; and
if a structure is needed, it should be outside of downtown, and shuttle service by
buses; that the site should be a park, with flowers, and he suggested other
amenities which he felt would attract visitors.
Nick Hudson, resident, stated that other than money, the only issue is aesthetics,
which will be impaired by a parking structure, and visitors do not like to pay for
parking; and there is not a parking problem.
Linda Cooper Lee, resident considered it dreadful to have a garage in the center
of town.
Don Cavanaugh, Blue Coyote Grill, 445 N. Palm Canyon, considered the parking
plan as "leaching off' of tare uptown's success; that lie did not think the City was
ready yet for parking meters.
Ian Datnielski, Cafe 285, 285 N. Palm Canyon, questioned where employees will
park, and expressed opinion that parking meters will result in lost visitors, and
that Palm Desert does not have them.
Judith Chapman, St. Runes Restaurant, considered improvements which are
happening downtown as a "renaissance" and the parking structure as a step
backward, and an art of greed.
Darrell Meeks, resident, agreed that the parking structure was not needed; and
asked that the Council determine bow many red curbs have been added downtown
in the past year, which he considered a covert action to support the need for fire
parking plan; and that specifically three spaces were painted red in order for
"Blimpies" to have outdoor dining, however, the spaces were also being; used for
adjoining businesses.
Elissa Goforth, resident manager, Casa Cody, 175 S. Calmilla, objected to loss
of mountain vista, and expressed opinion that parking is not needed, and the
annual income from the parking meters, is not as much as the T.O.T. from
several hotels.
Shannon Anderson, representing the Estrella, 415 S. Belardo, stated that one of
their selling points is the village atmosphere, and a parking structure invites the
wrong people to [Ire area.
Paul Merot, 412 W. Talrquitz Canyon, staled drat they are opening a bed and
breakfast downtown, and is concerned that a parking garage will not enhance the
historic village image.
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Jeremy Crocker, resident, stated that he believed the city needs to conserve and
contain costs until the world events and economics come back into competition;
that issuing more debt will not solve it; that providing parking does not require
a long lead time; that there is no immediate need for it; that second floor retail
does not rent readily; that the developer should be recompensed for his right -
i.e., he could build a modified one and two story structure, screening the garage.
Percy Schultz, resident, expressed opinion that the parking structure will ruin the
City's image; that the Desert Fashion Plaza parking lot is never more than one -
quarter full during the busiest hours; that people want to walk in Palm Springs,
and not up and down stairs to get their car; and that the structure will start a
concrete downtown.
Dick Sroda, resident, expressed opinion that tourist and residents simply do not
like parking meters, and that the structure will be a monstrosity; that it is not
needed, and people do not want it; and that prior bond issue projects have not
been very successful.
Larry Stevenson, resident, stated that downtown Palm Springs should not look
like downtown Los Angeles.
Frank Tyson, 175 S. Calmilla, staled that the expenditure of $285,000 should be
the subject of a public hearing; that people come to Palm Springs to relax; that
hotels are making improvements downtown, and it is very exciting; that the
City's commitment to Mr. Wessman can be fulfilled with surface parking behind
the building; that Desert Fashion Plaza has said it would be happy to work with
the Council in terms of its parking lot, as well as the Community Church on
Calmilla; and he suggested the appointment of a committee of hoteliers,
restauranteurs, follies representatives, to see if this issue can be solved and still
keep the village feeling.
Mayor stated that the term "northend" is derogatory and offensive and insulting
when the inference is the Desert Highland and Palm Springs Gateway Estates
area; and that no Councilmember represents any area more or less than another,
but that all members represent the Community at -large.
b) The following persons spoke on matters not related to an agenda item:
Andrew Green, St. Paul's in the Desert, thanked the Council and staff for their
help in the Church's recent expansion program, and processing of permits.
Nita Brady reviewed a letter which she submitted to the City Clerk, concerning
her permit status at VillageFest, and relative to other comments and requests she
has made on this subject.
Linda Cooper Lee, resident, gave her "report card" on members of the Council;
slated that buses do not run after 7 p.m., therefore people catmot go downtown;
and that her complaints regarding Smiline are not responded to.
Gail Leeds, 100 S. Sunrise Way #231, and Armando Rutkoff (?), a financial
consultant in communications, no address given, both commented concerning
prostitution in the community and Coachella Valley, in particular, strippers and
dancers advertising in the telephone directories, and doing business out of hotels.
Ms. Leeds submitted various materials, including copies of letters signed by local
businesses and residents, which are on file with the City Clerk.
Leslie Howard -Gathers, resident reported on the status of the City Hall
Renovation Committee fundraising.
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c) Comments concerning Item 5:
Simon Hausman, resident, expressed concern regarding the quasi-judicial hearing
provisions, and felt that commissioners call best explore information to bring to (114-
the hearings; that he was uncertain if a meeting had to be adjourned, because the 003 )
TV crew did not slow up; and that perhaps a commissioner should be able to talk
after a board has taken a formal action, and that they support such action, i.e.,
regarding commissioners taking positions on political issues.
Dick Sroda, resident, Darrell Meeks, and Fred Ebeling„ each spoke in support
of televising commission meetings.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
DOWNTOWN PARKING MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Recommendation: That the Council adopt a Resolution of Intention to issue tax-exempt
obligation financing for construction of downtown parking improvements, including a
parking structure on the former 'Bullock's Wilshire" site; and amend the budget to
appropriate $285,000 from the Parking Fund to pay for reimbursable, phase -one, program
costs prior to the anticipated issuance in April, 1997.
City Manager stated that when the DDA concerning Mr. Wessman has been reviewed in
Closed Session, Councihuember Hodges abstained because of a potential conflict, and was
not a party to the Closed Session discussion.
Councilmember Hodges stated that site did in fact remove herself from the Closed Session
whenever matters concerning Mr. Wessman were discussed; that she did not know if there
was a conflict for her in terms of the parking structure, and understood that it was a city
parking facility on city land, but there appears to be some link between Mr. Wessman and
it, and until she can clear that up, she will abstain.
City Manager stated that the City Attorney would like to review Councilmember Hodges
position, and the remainder of the Council may wish to delay this matter until there is a
full Council present.
Councilmember Barnes stated that there is a significant contention of position to the
concept; that the City needs to address the potential parking problems, or that it could
soon have because of the increased economic development; that there were questions
raised in study session as to the aesthetics, site litres, and other matters, and he was
surprised to have it come back to the Council so soon; that because of those concerns, and
Councilmerber Hodges' potential abstention and the absence of Councilmember Spurgin,
perhaps three members of the Council should not decide. He stated that the $245,000 of
the $285,000 is for improvement of existing surface lots; and this is a serious issue and
maybe one which needs other input on the parking structure facets, and perhaps it should
be continued.
Coutcilmember Oden requested that the staff report be presented in any event.
Director of Downtown Development reported that under the Disposition & Development
Agreement with Mr. Wessman, approved in July, 1992, Mr. Wessman has a right to
develop a 32,000 square foot, two-story, commercial building; that he has filed plans for
design review, which triggered the parking terms of the DDA; that the developer pulled
the plans until the City was willing to take the DDA seriously and honor the requirememl,
which includes a parking structure and correction of tine parking deficiency of the Plaza
de las Flores; that there are currently 212 spaces oil the site, of which 160 will be on site
after the structure is completed, resulting in a deficiency between the new building and
the Plaza de las Flores of 32 spaces; that the Follies impacts the existing spaces, and
generally utilizes 150 spaces, plus 12-14 lour buses, with a total 270 needed at night; that
the parking structure is two story, not three; that part of the initial work will be the
financial feasibility of building a 24-ft. high parking structure, measured from average
grade line to top of parapet; that the commercial building proposed is at 32-ft, with
sloping roofs, and an architectural character to match La Plaza; that the new building will
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1. DOWNTOWN PARKING MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (Continued)
provide a tenant space not currently found downtown - an 80-ft. depth of store - which
can be utilized to attract high end, Class A retail; that the building will not be erected
with only a parking lot behind it; that off -site leasing of parking, not under the control
' of the City or lire developer, and which can be canceled in 30 days, sounds nice in theory
but is not workable; and that the $285,000 is recommended to cover pre -bond issue costs,
most of which will be used to repave, landscape and light all parking lots owned by the
City and Agency, and to meter them. He stated that Mr. Wessman anticipates
groundbreaking in the Fall, prior to bond issue, and if the parking structure can be
completed concurrently with the completion of the building, 160 spaces will be left on site
while the building is under construction; that during that interim, the pay for parking
concept can be fully tested on the metered lots, to see if it is a deterrent to drivers and
if it needs to be reconsidered. He added that the parking structure is tied to the DDA,
but also to a parking study by Kimley Horn a number of years ago, which showed a 400
space deficiency downtown; and that the proposed plan will result in reducing that
deficiency by about 200.
In answer to question by Council, Downtown Development Director stated that employee
parking is also to be addressed, including unlimited parking on Belardo Road, new
businesses require off -site parking by employees, encouragement of alternate modes of
transportation, and that the problem of employee parking already exists, and is a key
element to address; that there will be no parking meters on Palm Canyon Drive, although
it could be a future consideration if the parking lots are under-utilized and the revenue
stream to pay the debt is not achieved; that the meters in the lots are not traditional
meters; that all of the lots have driveway access to Palm Canyon, but do not have direct
street frontage; that the resolution of intent permits the reimbursement of these costs if
a bond issue proceeds, however, if that did not occur, the costs are appropriately charged
to die Parking Fund, and a revenue stream of about $160,000 per year will have been
' created.
Director of Finance & Treasurer staled that there is about $2.5 million in the Parking
Fund, which is for parking improvements, including surface parking lot improvements.
Director of Planning & Building stated that generally the small hotels west of Palm
Canyon Drive do not meet parking standards, nor would there be much left of the
property if they did; that the downtown parking standards were changed a few years ago,
and restaurant requirements were reduced, and all new restaurants meet current
requirements; that the changes included a sunset clause, and the standards are scheduled
to be re-evaluated this year.
Downtown Development Director stated that the in -lieu parking fee was waived a number
of years ago, and some of the businesses represented during public comments did not have
to pay that fee, nor did the Parking Fund receive benefit that it would otherwise have
derived.
City Manager stated that when the Bullocks site was acquired, Housing Funds were used
in order to keep the Parking Fund separate, as it was thought at that time that there would
be a housing element in [lie project, and that those funds are to be repaid to the Housing
Fund, and it should not be construed that there is $2.5 million that could otherwise be
used in -lieu of a bond issue.
Mayor stated that the actual parking structure design is not a part of the proposed action,
' and it will come back to the Council in the future; that the open space is beautiful, but
it is only temporary, until the developer proceeds with his project; that the City does not
own the street frontage; that the Council has been aware of the parking issues and the
work that has been taking place; and that the proposed commercial building will actually
sit back finther than the former building, and include other amenities.
Councilmember Barnes stated that these improvements would have to be done in any
event and are mainly for surface parking improvements which are definitely needed; that
he would not advocate the parking structure without first having the studies that the funds
are proposed to acquire, and without the ability to still reject the project.
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DOWNTOWN PARKING MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (Continued)
Resolutions 18799 and 18880, as recommended, were presented; after which, it was
moved by Barnes, seconded by Oden, and unanimously carried„ that R18799-18880 be
adopted; I-Iodges abstaining, and Spurgin absent.
2. WWTP - LAND ACQUISITION
Recommendation: That the Council approve the acquisition of 4.29 acres on the west side
of Gene Autry Trail, north of the bridge in Section 19, for $550,000 for use by the
Wastewater Treatment Plant, to be paid from the WWTP Fund., but recorded as a loan
to the Golf Course Fund, which currently is responsible for replacing acreage of the
WWTP used in the expansion of the Municipal Golf Course.
City Manager highlighted the memorandum of the Director of Public Works, and stated
that as the Golf Course debt is reduced, there will be funds to repay the loan; that there
is no question that the Wastewater Treatment Plant needs the land. (127-
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Resolution 18801, as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Hodges,
seconded by Barnes, and unanimously carried, Spurgin absent, that R18801 be adopted.
PSDRCVB - AIRLINE SERVICE COMMITTEE FUNDING FORMULA
Recommendation: That the Council approve a funding formula for the P.S. Desert
Resorts Convention & Visitor Bureau's Airline Service Committee, and commit to funding
$50,000 of the committee's efforts for 1996-97.
City Manager reviewed his memorandum, noting the formula which was originally
established; and if approved, the 1996-97 budget will include the: allocation.
Discussion followed concerning the continuation of the program, in which it was noted
that this is the third in a 3-year program, and City Manager recommended approving the
allocation, and he will come back with a report on the next three-year concept.
Resolution 18802 as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Oden,
seconded by Barnes, and unanimously carried, Spurgin absent that R18802 be adopted.
4. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - CURFEW
Recommendation: That the Council amend the Municipal Code to include school age
children during school days and hours, and to allow for [lie enforcement, of and
punishment for violators of the ordinance.
Assistant City Attorney stated that the ordinance updates the Municipal Code to reflect
current state law; that it imposes a maximum parental financial responsibility for its
enforcement; and that it enables action to implement cost recovery; that the fines are paid
to the City for general purposes, and are those circulated throughout the Coachella Valley
in a model ordinance, and the City usual fines are $100/200/300, and the proposed fines
are much less; and that the Traffic Department of the Juvenile Court will monitor the
community service.
City Clerk read title of the Ordinance, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
RELATING TO JUVENILE TRUANCY AND CURFEW VIOLATIONS,
CITATION TO THE TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT OF TF[E JUVENILE COURT,
ADMINISTRATIVE COST RECOVERY, AND AMENDMENTS TO
CHAPTER 11.56 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE
IMPLEMENTING SAME.
after which, it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Oden, and unanimously carried,
Spurgin absent, that further reading be waived, and the Ordinance be introduced for first
reading.
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5. BOARDS & COMMISSIONS - APPOINTMENT PROCESS & GUIDELINES
Consideration of resolutions to reflect Council policies and procedures concerting the
recruitment and appointment process for City boards and commissions; and guidelines for
the conduct of board and commission meetings, pursuant to workshop discussions.
' Assistant City Attorney stated that concerning question in public comments, the provisions
relating to quasi-judicial matters are no greater than those imposed as a matter of law, and
the resolution simply reflects that language; and that commissions would proceed with
meetings, whether television equipment and personnel are present.
Resolutions 18803-18804, rescinding prior resolutions and establishing policies & (114-
procedures, was presented; after which, it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Oden, and 003 )
unanimously carried, Spurgin absent, that R18803-18804 be adopted.
Mayor announced the following subcommittee members to serve with him to screen
commission applications for final interviews:
Councilmember Spurgin:
Airport Commission
Planning Commission
Councilmember ]dodges:
Historic Site Preservation Board
Public Arts Commission
Rent Review Commission
Councilmember Barnes:
Administrative Appeals Board
Personnel Board
Visitors & Promotion Board
Councilmember Odeu:
Human Rights Commission
Library Board
Parks & Recreation Commission
6. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS BOARD
Recommendation: That the Council amend the Municipal Code to create an
Administrative Appeals Board, to hear appeals from administrative agency actions taken
in enforcement of the Municipal Code.
Assistant City Attorney noted changes made since the ordinance was reviewed in study
session, adding a further tevision to provide that subpoenas shall be subject to (060-
confirmation by the City Council. )
City Manager stated that he recommended the further revision, based on his experience
that the Council should determine when the subpoena power will be used, and if it poses
a hindrance to the work of the Board, it can be reconsidered.
Mayor stated the Board allows for appeals by an unbiased board.
Councilmember Barnes agreed, and that the final version meets the discussion of the
Council in workshops.
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(Continued)
City Clerk read title of the Ordinance, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, '
ADDING CHAPTER 2.50 TO TITLE 2 OF THE PALM SPRINGS
MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISIIING AND CREATING THE
ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS BOARD.
after which, it was moved by Barnes, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried,
Spurgin absent, that further reading be waived, and that the Ordinance be introduced for
first reading.
AIRPORT TERMINAL, - PACIFIC LEASE
Consideration of a ground lease of approximately 400 sq. ft. of Airport Terminal Building (051-
roof space, to allow it to install communication equipment to improve the quality of 026 )
cellular phone transmission in Palm Springs for Pacific Bell users, A3651.
Director of Transportation reported that following the last meeting, Pacific Bell was
contacted, and agreed to a rent increase from $7,200 to $8,200 per year, but was not
agreeable to providing cellular phones. He described the dimensions of the pole, which
may be seen somewhat train the front side of the terminal building, and from the center
of Talrquitz Canyon Drive.
Director of Planning & Building stated that the Planning Commission looked at a series
of other proposals by Pacific Bell, but not the Airport, and that based on its size and
configuration, it probably will not be anymore offensive than the tall trees, or other
devices at the Airport.
Minute Order 5717, approving lease as revised, was presented; after which, it was moved
by Hodges, seconded by Barnes, and unanimously carried, Spurgin absent, that MO5717
be adopted.
CONSENT AGENDA:
8. Res 18805 Council companion action to above CRA item. Hodges abstain. (124-
112)
9. MO 5718 approving amendment to Mainiero Smith Engineering Services Agreement, (136-
related to the Farrell Drive realignment, to include additional legal description and plat 025)
development work, for an increase of $15,000, A3620.
10. Res 18806 approving Final Map for TM 27039, to divide one parcel at 1180 N. Indian (137-
Canyon Drive, for condominium purposes (Desert Hospital, Section 11). 085 )
11. Res_ approving final map for PM 26805, to combine 13 parcels into two parcels, for
property at 1170 N. Indian Canyon Drive, Desert Hospital, Section If. Item not ready,
will be rescheduled.
12. MO 5719 approving agreement with Albert Grover & Associates, for a city-wide vehicle (132-
speed survey, not to exceed $18,444, CP95-11, A3652. 001)
13. MO 5720 approving agreement with Dokken Engineering for the Mid -Valley Parkway (123- ,
Arterial independent bridge check, not to exceed $18,640 - a CVAG Regional Measure 020)
A project, and a joint Palm Springs/Cathedral City design project, CP94-19, A3653.
14. MO 5721 approving Change Order No. 2 for an increase of $244,288.43 to contract with (136-
Jacobsson Construction Engineering, Inc., for the E. Palm Canyon/Sunrise intersection 028)
improvements, an RCTC sponsored Hwy i 11 Corridor project, using Regional Measure
A funds, CP92-35, A3575.
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15. MO 5722 approving lease with the FAA for use of 2,592 square feet of Airport land to (051-
install, operate and maintain Ccnterfield Weather Equipment, which will serve to enhance 013 )
air traffic safety concerning weather conditions at the Airport, A3654.
16. Res 18807 approving final development plans for Linsu Development, for 38-unit (116-
' condominium project on the SE corner of Vista Chino and North Indian Canyon, PD240. 109 )
17. MO 5723 awarding purchase of two new utility vehicles to Plaza Motors, for $49,166.33,
for law enforcement activities at the Airport. (084 -
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18. MO 5724 approving purchase of Mainsaver Maintenance Management software program
for the Airport, for $12,000, and upgrade existing system, which serves other city (117-
locations, from a DOS to Windows system, for $5,525, for a total purchase of $17,525 038 )
from J.B. Systems.
19. Res 18808 and 18809 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims & Demands. (Hodges
abstaining on #908921). (086-
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It was moved by Barnes, seconded by Oden, and unanimously carried, Spurgin absent,
that R18805 through 18809 and Minute Orders 5718 through 5724 be adopted.
ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: (Satisfied agenda posting requirements; materials at
meeting)
20. ALLOCATED POSITIONS & COMPENSATION PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 6
Res 18810 amending Allocated Positions & Compensation Plans reclassifying Community
Preservation Officers to Code Enforcement Officers, recently reassigned from the Fire (061-
Department to the Planning & Building Department. 020 )
' City Manager reported that this is a housekeeping matter, and only changes the titles as
were originally planted in Amendment No. 5.
Resolution 18810, as recommended, was presented; after which, it was moved by Oden,
seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, Spurgin absent, that R18810 be adopted.
ADDED STARTERS: None
REPORTS & REQUESTS:
21. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS - Received for Filing
a) Treasurer's Monthly - January, 1996
b) Annual Financial Audit - F/Y 94-95
c) Franchise Report, 1995 - Gas Co. $130,434.11
d) Film Festival, Annual Report, 1996
CITY COUNCIL reports or requests
a) Airport Noise Standing Committee: Mayor presented committee appointments;
after which, it was moved by Barnes, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously
carried, that the following be approved (No terms specified by Ordinance):
Airport Commission:
P.S. Commissioner Simon Hausman
P.S. Commissioner Chuck Cheeld
Cathedral City Commissioner Joe Amar
ROARE Nominee Selected:
Jack Moss
At -Large Resident within noise footprint:
Keith Willis
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b) Mayor and Councilmembers reported on various civic and community
organizational meetings and events which they attended, subsequent to the last
regular meeting. Mayor also read letter of 1995 Top Destinations Award to the
P.S. Desert Resorts CVB, from the Facilities Magazine, which is a compliment,
i.e., since the CVB does not subscribe, nor buy advertisement in the magazine.
PUBLIC reports or requests I
a) Joyce Anderson, resident, expressed pride in the City Council and City staff,
although she was not always in agreement with their decisions; and stated that she
was distressed by earlier public comments, and hoped that contentions behavior
could be channeled to benefit everyone.
STAFF reports or requests
a) City Manager reported that there remains only one final hurdle, i.e., Washington,
D.C., to secure the National Highway Systems designation for Indian Canyon
Drive.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at 10:30 p.m., Mayor declared the meeting adjourned.
JUDITH SUMICII
City Clerk