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Home My WebLink About2000 - MINUTES - 4/19/2000 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 19, 2000 ' 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 19, 2000, at 5:30 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 Jones, Hodges, Oden, R.eller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: None The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, and an invocation by Dr. Jim Tom, United Methodist Church of Palm Springs. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on April 14, 2000. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All Entities)- See items on Page 4 of agenda this date. PRESENTATIONS: Swear-in Police Officers Citizen Commendations HOUSING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING ' AUTHORITY: - No Business COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Mayor declared the meeting adjourned for the purpose of convening as the Community Redevelopment Agency. PUBLIC COMMENTS: a) Comments regarding item 2: Brian Richman, Road Shows Inc., stated that it is an honor to be considered to promote this type of event in Palm Springs; and expressed appreciation for Council support. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Items 3 thru 8 and 11. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None COUNCIL COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/INTERAGENCY REPORTS: LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 2. PALM SPRINGS BIKE & HOTROD WEEKEND ' Recommendation: That the Council review and consider sponsoring the Palm Springs Bike & Hotrod Weekend, produced by Road Shows, Inc., and adopt a resolution suspending certain regulatory ordinances during the 2000 event. Council Minutes 4-19-00, Page 2 2. PALM SPRINGS BIKE & HOTROD WEEKEND (Con't) Director of Facilities stated a chronological listing had been provided to Council outlining the history of the event; that the Parks & Recreation Commission did receive two proposals for a similar type of event; that after considering the proposals the Commission did recommend approval of the Road Shows event; that Mr. Casey was requesting substantial assistance from the City; that Road Shows was not; that there had been some negativity about the event in the past, but with the addition of the hot rods, there should be a different element added to the event; that the 300-400 block of Palm Canyon merchants were not satisfied with last years event; that the concerns expressed will be addressed by the proposed promoter; that the Commission did have concerns about Mr. Casey continuing to provide the event; that requests were made by the Commission to Mr. Casey; that the requests were not responded to; and that Road Shows has a track record of producing events of a significant nature. Councilmember Oden questioned if Road Shows had been associated with Mr. Casey in the past. Director of Facilities stated that in 1997, Road Shows did provide entertainment. Councilmember Oden stated that many attendees of this type of event ship their bikes all over the Country to show them; that the history of the event is appreciated; that the events of the past help make the decisions of the future easier; and requested that the hospitality industry be included in the planning of the upcoming event. Councilmember Jones stated that the event is noisy and disruptive; that the hoteliers expressed a mixed reacfion to the event; that the event last year was almost out of control and added that he could not support the event. Councilmember Hodges stated that her objections were stated in the last meeting; that they have not changed; that she cannot support the activity to throw out a promoter that has worked for three years to bring an event to the City; that it is unethical and that she will not support nor be a party to such action. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that in the beginning she concurred with Councilmember Hodges; but that with the report furnished by staff, it is clear that a new direction needs to be sought. Councilmember Hodges stated that she likewise read the report; that she does not support the past history of the event, but that staff should have gone to Mr. Casey and expressed that if the requested information was not provided, a new promoter would be considered; that it is not right to treat people in the fashion Mr. Casey is being treated; that it is totally unethical, and that she will not be a parry to such action. Councilmember Oden stated that that there is a pattern being shown by the past ' promoter; that it is agreeable that the past events have provided a good foundation for this year's event; and that the success of the event will now be with the promoter. Council Minutes 4-19-00, Page 3 2. PALM SPRINGS BIKE & HOTROD (Con't) ' Mayor stated that he has had a number of concerns with the event; that while his opinion is lukewarm to the event, others do want it; that the promoter should be aware of the concern and sensitivity expressed; that there were shortfalls in past events that should serve as a guide; that the endeavor does produce revenue to the City; and that support should be shown for the staff recommendation. Minute Order 6603 and Resolution 19775 as recommended were presented; after which, it was moved by Oden, seconded by Reller-Spurgin and carried by the following vote that MO6603 and R19775 be adopted. AYES: Members Oden, Reller-Spurgin and Mayor Kleindienst NO: Members Hodges and Jones. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None. CONSENT AGENDA: The following items are of a routine nature, and may be approved by one blanket motion, upon unanimous consent. Clarification questions may be asked prior to voting, and matters need not be voted upon separately. (Note: Contract amounts in excess of $50,000 require minimum of 3 affirmative votes.) Review by City Manager of Consent Items to be clarified. , Mayor Kleindienst requested which type of alternative fuel the trucks in item 6 would) be using. Director of Facilities stated that the F-150's would use CNG; and that the Rangers were low emission vehicles. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin requested that in the future the fund account name should be given, not just the number. 3. Res 19773 approving change of ownership from Time Warner, cable TV franchise, to AOL Time Warner. A2535. 4. MO 6597 approving an agreement with G & M Construction, Schedule B, for Citywide flood gate construction for$11,000, CP99-18. A4213. (Hodges abstain. 5. MO 6598 approving an agreement with Signal Maintenance. Bid Schedules A & C, for traffic signal improvements at Ramon Road/Compadre Road and Ramon Road/Sunrise Way, for$111,650, CP98-03. A4214. 6. MO 6599 and MO 6600 approving purchase from the State of California Alternative Fuel Vehicle Contract for two 2000 Ford Ranger trucks from Folsom Lake Ford and ' four 2000 Ford F-150 trucks from Senator Ford for a total cost of$120,452.86. Council Minutes 4-19-00, Page 4 CONSENT AGENDA (Con't) 7. Res 19774 approving Claims & Demands. Note abstentions, if any: Councilmember Warrant# Payee Particular Nature of Conflict Hodges 952352 DWA Client of Employer 952382 Chris Foster 952385 G & M Const 952392 Granite Const 952485 Pref Plumb Reller-Spurgin 952616 Spurgin Spouse 8. MO 6601 approving an agreement with Keyser Marston & Associates, Inc. for pro forma analysis of Desert Walk Project (APN 513-560-002, 513-560-004, 513-560- 007, 513-560-008, 513-560-009) in the Central Business District Project Area #1. A4215. 11. MO 6602 authorizing the Director of Finance & Treasurer to open a merchant services account with the Bank of America for the purpose of accepting Visa and MasterCard credit card payments at the City Hall cashier, Leisure Services and Main Branch Library. ' It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Oden, and unanimously carried that items 3 through 8 and 11 be adopted. ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS & REQUESTS: DEPARTMENTAL report or requests: Received and Filed: 9a) Treasurer's Investment Report-February, 2000 9b) Southern California Edison Franchise Statement-1999 CITY COUNCIL reports or requests: Hodges: Requested the Gene Autry & Vista Chino intersection have two lanes designated for left turns. Oden: Requested signage for Palm Springs identification be placed on 1-10; that a letter of support for the Torres Martinez settlement legislation be forwarded to Congress. Reller-Spurgin: Requested additional information on Claims & Demands 952448 —451. PUBLIC reports or requests— None Council Minutes 4-19-00, Page 5 STAFF reports or requests 10. Review Calendars for possible interview dates for Commission applicants. *5/2- 4 — 6:30 p.m.-Large Conference Room-Jones, Reller-Spurgin, Kleindienst *5/11-4—8:00 p.m.-Large Conference Room-Jones, Oden, Kleiindienst-(Hodges late) *5/15-4—8:00 p.m.-Large Conference Room-Oden, Reller-Spurgin, Kleindienst, (Hodges-late) ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, M�ordeclared the meeting adjourned. PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk