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Home My WebLink About2001 - MINUTES - 4/18/2001 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 18, 2001 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 18, 2001, 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 Hodges, Jones, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent:Councilmember Oden The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, and an invocation by- Reverend Joe Placencia - P. S. Church of Christ REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: Assistant City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on April 13, 2001. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All Entities) - See items on Page 4 of agenda this date. PRESENTATIONS: Proclamation to Ms. Senior America Presentation of$40,000 donation from 'Wells Fargo Foundation for Special Event Concert Series HOUSING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING AUTHORITY: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: No Business PUBLIC COMMENTS: a) Comments on Item 5: Tom Davis, Tribal Planning Director, stated that the Spa Resort Casino supports the staff recommendation, but would like to have the entire curb as a red zone. b) Comments on matters not on the agenda: Larry Swerdlou, representing the Community Marijuana Forum, stated that he is in support of the Medical Marijuana Law being passed, and asked others to join in that support. f Council Minutes 04-18-01, Page 2 ' APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Items 1 thru 4. It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Jones and unanimously carried, Oden absent, that Items 1 through 4 be adopted. CONSENT AGENDA: Review by City Manager of Consent Items to be clarified. 1. Res 20027 approving Parcel Map No. 29658 for Mainiero, Smith and Associates, Inc., representing Electric Avenue LLC, to divide property located at 1304 Camino Primrose (APN 508-232-007), Section 23, T 4 S, R 4 E. 2. MO 6835 awarding contract to Contreras Construction Co., for the Indian Canyon Drive and Tachevah Drive Street Improvements Project, for $89,980.00, CP00- 21. A4358. 3. Res 20028 requesting full Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Regional Measure A funding for the Gene Autry Trail Roadway Widening at the Whitewater Wash, north of Vista Chino, and 75% CVAG funding toward Palm Springs Local Grant Match requirements for Railroad Bridge Widenings at Indian Canyon Drive and Gene Autry Trail, south of Interstate 10. 4. Res 20029 and 20030 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims & Demands. Note abstentions, if any: Councilmember Warrant# Payee Particular Nature of Conflict Hodges 963187 DWA Client of Employer 963213 Chris Foster 963222 Granite Const. Reller-Spurgin 963388 Spurgin Spouse 963499 Spurgin EXTENDED CONSENT AGENDA: None PUBLIC HEARINGS: None COUNCIL COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/INTERAGENCY REPORTS: Councilmembers reported on various civic and community organizational meetings and events which they attended, subsequent to the last regular meeting, and announced upcoming events of community interest. 1 Council Minutes 04-18-01, Page 3 Mayor stated that previously, during a discussion on the subject of short term home rentals, he was concerned about the behavior of the renters, not the length of the rental; that his concern runs along the same line regarding the White Party; that although the event brings economic benefits to the City, the issue of illegal drugs and overdoses is of major concern; that the promoter's answer to a request for cooperation was to hire off duty police officers, off duty fire personnel, and have a dedicated AMR ambulance on site at all times; that there is no cost to the City, nor reduction in services, however the Council's support of this event and the drug issue sends a mixed message to our youth; that the contradiction to the community is not acceptable; and requested a report on the associated drug and overdose statistics for the event. LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 5. NO PARKING AREA—TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY Recommendation: That the City Council consider a request from the Tribal Planning Director to eliminate all on-street parking spaces on the north side of Tahquitz Canyon Way, between Indian Canyon Drive and Calle Encilia. City Engineer reviewed the staff report. Councilmember Hodges questioned if the 3 spaces are used for valet service only in the evening, and if the spaces are used for regular parking during the day. City Engineer stated this is correct. Mayor questioned how much space we afford other businesses for valet parking, and what was the actual request of the Tribal Planning Director. City Engineer stated that typically 2 or 3 spaces are allotted. Mayor stated that we do have a parking .need in our City; that we need the traditional parking available along the curb; that the City should remain with the valet parking model making the 3 spaces available for this restaurant the same as the other businesses that have valet parking. City Engineer stated that the 3 spaces have already been approved; the request is for the entire curb to be red. Mayor requested input from the Tribal Planning Director. Tribal Planning Director stated that the 3 spaces are satisfactory; that valet for daytime brunch from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm on weekends is available; that the entire curb should be red for a neater, cleaner look; that there is a certain amount of traffic safety in that stretch of Tahquitz; and questioned why the City can't free up more parking. Council Minutes 04-18-01, Page 4 ' Mayor requested report back to the Council regarding the matter of parking in the area between Encillia and El Segundo on the north side of Tahquitz. Councilmember Hodges stated that the City can't afford to lose any parking spaces downtown. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin questioned how the businesses are assured the 3 valet parking spaces if they are not red curbed. City Engineer stated that regular City parking signs are installed, denoting time and place for valet parking only. Minute Order 6836 as recommended, denying request, was presented; after which it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously carried, Oden absent, that Minute Order 6836 be adopted. 6. DISPOSITION OF FORMER CROCKER BRANCH LIBRARY BUILDING Recommendation: That the City Council approve the disposition of the .99 acres of land at 2555 North Via Miraleste, including the building formerly known as the Francis Crocker Branch Library, through an auction procedure which would ensure receiving "fair market value," with the proceeds to benefit the Palm ' Springs Public Library. Assistant City Librarian reviewed the staff report. Mayor questioned if auctions had been done previously with City property. City Attorney stated that it has been done a few times, but was not necessarily effective; as it didn't draw as many bids as was expected. Councilmember Hodges stated her willingness to try this method. Minute Order 6837 as recommended, was presented; after which it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously carried, Oden absent, that Minute Order 6837 be adopted. 7. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: LIGHT ATTACK FIRE ENGINE Recommendation: That the Council authorize the purchase of a light attack fire engine from American LaFrance for $111,291, less $6,500 trade in for an adjusted cost of$104,791. (Funded by grant donated by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians for this purpose) ' City Manager reviewed the staff report. Council Minutes 04-18-01, Page 5 Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that she attended the presentation of the grant and expressed her appreciation for the continued support to the City by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Minute Order 6838 as recommended, was presented; after which it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, Oden absent, that Minute Order 6838 be adopted. ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS & REQUESTS: CITY COUNCIL reports or requests PUBLIC reports or requests STAFF reports or requests ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor pro teem declared the meeting adjourned. BARBARIA J. MITE Assistant: City Clerk PATRICLA A. SANDERS City Clerk