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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
DECEMBER 4, 2001
An Adjourned 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 Tuesday, December 4, 2001, at 12:00 (Noon).
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Jones, Hodges, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and
Mayor Kleindienst
Absent: None
The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag.
REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in
accordance with Council procedures on November 30, 2001.
HOUSING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING
AUTHORITY: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: No Business
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
The following persons complimented outgoing Councilmember Hodges for past
achievements and congratulated incoming Councilmembers Oden and Mills.
Stanley Barnes, no address given
Mathew Tahlala, Palm Springs I"
Denise Goolsby, PS Hotel and Hospitality Association
Gann Carter, Hodges Campaign Manager
Linda Fort, Tourism Board
Denys Acuri, Supervisor Roy Wilson's Office
Don Williams, Palm Springs
Joy Meredith, PS Main Street
PRESENTATION BY MAYOR ON BEHALF OF THE CITY
Mayor read Proclamation and presented a gift on behalf of the City.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
1. 2001 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION - RESULTS
Recommendation: That the Council declare the results of the November 6, 2001,
General Municipal Election.
City Clerk reviewed the proposed Resolution.
Resolution 20224 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by
Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Jones, and unanimously carried, that R20224 be
adopted.
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' 2. 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.
3. COMMENTS BY OUTGOING COUNCILMEMBER
Councilmember Hodges stated that the past 11 plus years have been of great
reward to serve the City; that the job is not yet done; that there are many goals
the City has yet to reach; that appreciation is extended to members of the
campaign committee; that congratulations are given to the winners of the
election; and that the people of the City should remain involved, concerned and
active in the Community.
Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that Councilmember Hodges is an
example of humility.
Councilmember Oden stated that the Community has benefited by
Councilmember Hodges and what she has done for the Community.
Councilmember Jones concurred with previous comments.
' Mayor stated that Councilmember Hodges had done an honorable job; that the
leaving of the seat is with love, integrity, honor and tenacity; that she is an
example of a classic; that the Councilmember had worked on many projects in
the City; that much had been accomplished under her watch; and that a better
path has been defined for the City due to Councilmember Hodges efforts.
4. SWEAR-IN NEWLY ELECTED COUNCILMEMBERS
a) Christopher Mills,
b) Ronald Oden
City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to incoming elected.
5. COMMENTS BY NEWLY ELECTED COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilmember Mills expressed appreciation to Ms. Hodges for past time and
effort given on behalf of the Community; that appreciation is extended to the
campaign committee, family and wife for all the work done on the election; that
as part of the team on Council, he is anxious to lead the City into the future; and
that it is recognized that one is elected to represent the people, not judge them.
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Councilmember Oden stated that congratulations is extended to Councilmember
Mills; that in fact Councilmember Mills did serve as his own co-chair at a previous
election; that there have been some articles in the Desert Sun regarding
Councilmember Mills; that the Community needs to give a chance to a person
before prejudging them; that appreciation is extended to his own parents,
campaign committee and extended family at Desert Career College; that the
various endorsements were appreciated; and thanked the voters for the
confidence in his work.
ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None.
ADDED STARTERS: None.
REPORTS & REQUESTS:
CITY COUNCIL reports or requests
Councilmember Jones stated that he would be resigning as a Member of the City
Council effective December 12, 2001; that there are health problems that impair his
ability to function fully; that a recent stroke affected his hearing and that the loss of
hearing impacts his effectiveness; that the decision was difficult to make; but that the
situation with the hearing will make it impossible to give to the Community what is
needed.
Councilmember Oden requested the matter be added to the December 5, 2001 agenda n
for discussion.
PUBLIC reports or requests: None
STAFF reports or requests: None
City Manager stated that on behalf of staff, appreciation is extended to Ms. Hodges.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor declar d he meeting adjourned.
PATRICIA A. SANDERS
City Clerk
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