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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 - MINUTES - 4/24/2002 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2002 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 Wednesday, April 24, 2002, at 5:00 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 Hodges, Mills, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: None The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, and an invocation by Shauna Segundo — Baha'i Faith. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on April 19, 2002. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All Entities) - See items on Page 6 of agenda this date. PRESENTATIONS: None ' 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; after which, members reconvened as the City Council. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mike McCulloch and Thomas Van Etten, residents of Palm Springs, stated that the Community needs to come together; that now is the time for all citizens to pledge to work for the betterment of Palm Springs; and that goal would be common ground for all. Jeanne Marie Baer, E. Stevens Road, submitted a petition urging the Council to continue the lease with the Palm Canyon Theater. Richard Gayo, no address given, stated that traffic calming is needed on Mesquite between El Cielo and Vella Road; and added that the area is waiting for an accident to occur. Dr. Wayne Mc Kinny, Well in the Desert, requested that the matter of the JC Frey Building with possible renovation funds from CDBG be scheduled for consideration; that leadership is needed to address the poor and homeless issue. ' Garland Weary, Palm Springs, read an excerpt from the Desert Post Weekly regarding a quote from Mayor Kleindienst and data gathered concerning special events and requested copies of the reports. Council Minutes 04-24-02, Page 2 David Justin Lynch, 1111 Tahquitz Canyon Way, stated that the Palm Canyon Theater is well attended and is worthy of a lease renewal by the City. , ,APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Items 1 thru 15. Review by City Manager of Consent Items to be clarified. Councilmember Mills questioned item 8 on whether the contract was increased for architectural items or additions in the construction documents or observation. City Engineer stated that it is not an increase in the contract, but a one time all inclusive service agreement. Councilmember Mills questioned item 9 whether the increase in the contract was due to :stoppage of work by the property owner, or if the City stopped the work. City Engineer stated that Council had approved Change Order 1; that the improvement ncluded utilities in the Crossley tract; that the attempt was to have the property owner pay for the upgrades to the utilities due to the age; that there was a policy that allowed the City to impose on future developers the costs, but that full concurrence was needed from the property owners; that there was verbal agreement, but the documents took some time to be executed and returned to the City and that the Council had directed that the owner agreement must be in place before work could be started. Councilmember Mills questioned item 13 whether the Airport was fully supported by ' Cogen. Executive Director — Airports stated that about half of the airport is functional with Cogen; that this request is for emergency'backup to power, if needed, for the entire airport including the new jet way bridges and that the costs are fully funded through FAA funds. It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Oden, and unanimously carried, that Items 1 thru 15, Hodges abstaining on Item 1, be adopted. 1. Approval of Minutes of April 11 & 17,12002. 2. Res 20307 authorizing submission of grant application to the Land and Water Conservation Fund Program for the design and construction of the skate park at Sunrise Plaza for $150,000. 3. Res 20308 authorizing submission of grant application to the Roberti-Z'Berg- Harris Urban Open Space and Recreation Program under the Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air, and Costal Protection Bond Act of 2000 for $126,000. 4. Res 20309 authorizing submission of grant applications to the California Integrated Waste Management Board for household hazardous waste grants for a period of three years through June,2005. , 5. Res 20310 authorizing submission of funding request form to the Department of Conservation's Division of Recycling for the allocation of$12,431 per fiscal years 2001-02 and 2002-03. Council Minutes 04-24-02, Page 3 6. MO 7051 approving the purchase from Rental Service Corporation (RSC) for one ' JLGN35 articulating boom lift for$33,543.65. 7. MO 7052 approving an agreement with Site Design Group for provision of design and construction observation services for the construction of a skate park and renovation of the City of Palm Springs Swim Center for $162,500.00; agreement subject to approval of City Attorney. A4485. (Revised) 8. MO 7053 approving an agreement with Parsons Brinckerhoff for architectural and engineering services for the aesthetic treatment of the proposed interchange redesign at 1-10 and Gene Autry Trail for$30,675. A4486. 9. MO 7054 approving Change Order 2 to A4368 with E.L. Yeager Construction Co., for Crossley Tract Street and Drainage Improvements, Phase 4, for an increase of$3,240.40. Total contract$303,315.40. CP00-31. 10. MO 7055 approving the plans, specifications and working details and authorize advertisement for construction bids for the Tahquitz Canyon Way Traffic Signal Interconnect Project. CP00-05. 11. Res 20311 declaring intention to vacate right, title and interest in a portion of the right-of-way dedicated for the public street named Orange Avenue, in Section 19, T4S, RSE; and setting public hearing for May 15, 2002. File R-01-011. ' 12. MO 7056 approving the purchase from Dell Computers for 12 computers and 64 monitors for use in the police department through participation in the Western States Contracting Alliance price schedule for$78,385.97. 13. MO 7057 approving Change Order 2 to A4363 with BergElectric Corporation for additional equipment related to the emergency standby generator at the airport for $24,791. Subject to FAA approval. 14. MO 7058 approving the assignment of A4218 with Coast Intelligen, Inc., to Western Energy Marketers, Inc. 15. Res 20312 and 20313 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims & Demands. Note abstentions, if any: Councilmember Warrant# Payee Particular Nature of Conflict Reller-Spurgin 974835 Spurgin Spouse 974977 Mills 974723 C. Kell-Smith Business Related 974844 Tenet Business Related EXTENDED CONSENT AGENDA: None. Council Minutes 04-24-02, Page 4 PUBLIC HEARINGS: ' 16. PALM SPRINGS MODERN HOMES'—705 EAST ARENAS ROAD Recommendation: That the Council approve Tentative Tract Map 30313, with conditions, for the subdivision of 2 acres into 24 condominium units and approve the associated Architectural Approval application for property located at 705 East Arenas Road, R-4 zone, Section 14. Applicant: Palm Springs Modern Homes, L.L.C. Director of Planning and Building reviewed the staff report and visual plans on display in the Chamber. Mayor declared the Hearing open. Marvin Roos, Manierio, Smith & Associates, stated availability for questions and requested approval of the project. There being no further appearances the Hearing was closed. Resolution 20314 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Oden and unanimously carried that R20314 be adopted. 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. LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 17. PALM SPRING INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ENGINEER Recommendation: That the Council approve the selection of VSA Airports, Inc., to perform ongoing airport engineering services for a term of three years; the agreement is multi-project with the current proposed project work for $763,500. A4487. Executive Director — Airports reviewed the staff report, no further report was given. Minute Order 7059 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Oden and unanimously carried, that MO7059 be adopted. Council Minutes 04-24-02, Page 5 ' 18. PALM SPRINGS SMOOTH JAZZ Recommendation: That the Council approve sponsorship of the 2002 Palm Springs Smooth Jazz Festival; authorize the expenditure of$2,900 for the cost of City support services; waive the banner fees; and suspend certain regulatory ordinances for the event. Director of Parks, Recreation and Facilities reviewed the staff report and added that the event would end at 10 p.m. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that the event does benefit the Hanson House for families in need; and that the event is fully supported by Emergency Room Medical Doctor Erkalee. Councilmember Mills stated that at the last Main Street meeting the event was supported. Minute Order 7060 and Resolution 20315 as recommended were presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Oden and unanimously carried, that MO7060 and R20315 be adopted. 19. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT— PARKING STRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION Recommendation: That the Council temporarily suspend noise and construction ' hours regulatory ordinances for the term of the Downtown Parking Structure construction, term through January 31, 2003. Executive Director—Airports reviewed the staff report. City Attorney stated that there did need some additional wording in the recitals; that language clarification of the site would also be added; that the Ordinance is not one that is permanently codified and that the minor revisions could be made at this time. City Manager stated that the project is new territory for staff; and that meetings will be held with the neighborhoods as soon as the construction schedule is complete. Councilmember Hodges recommended that the Ordinance be limited to concrete pours only and questioned if the Ordinance could be repealed during construction if needed. City Attorney stated that the contracts will be awarded based on the allowance of doing the work during the night; that all involved are sensitive to the issues; that meetings will be held with the neighbors and property owners for mitigation measures; and that should the Council choose to change the time lines, it would be at significant expense. Councilmember Mills stated the work hours were discussed at Main Street and that it has been indicated that the construction workers for the project will be encouraged to use the frontage rooms at nearby hotels, but that the biggest concern is the curing of concrete and allowance of time for the proper method. Council Minutes 04-24-02, Page 6 City Clerk read Title of Ordinance as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ' PERTAINING TO THE DOWNTOWN PARKING STRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY TEMPORARILY SUSPENDING THE NOISE ORDINANCE AND CONSTRUCTION HOURS ORDINANCE FOR THE DURATION OF THE DOWNTOWN PARKING STRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION. after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and the Ordinance be introduced for first reading. 20. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS:' None. ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS & REQUESTS: DEPARTMENTAL reports or requests— Received for Filing. 21. Treasurer's Investment Report as of February 28, 2002 22. Southern California Gas Company Franchise Statement—2001 CITY COUNCIL reports or requests a) Oden — Requested Well of the Desert issue to include CDBG funding be , scheduled on the May 15, 2002 agenda. b) Hodges — Requested the Building & Planning process to be discussed at future Study Session; Requested staff check vegetable sales on corner of Alejo and Caballeros; and requested the CVAG— Exec Committee appointment on the May 1, 2002 agenda. c) Reller-Spurgin — Requested a report on the merger of PAL and Youth Center; and requested staff check the location of Ramon Road and Sunrise Way for every weekend yard sale violations. d) Mayor — Requested a Resolution concerning Palm Springs School District be brought for formal action at the May 1, 2002 meeting. PUBLIC reports or requests - None STAFF reports or requests - None ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor declared the eating adjourned. PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk '