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Home My WebLink About2002 - MINUTES - 11/6/2002 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 6, 2002 ' 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, November 5, 2002, 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, Mills, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: None The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, and an invocation by Councilmember Oden. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on November 1, 2002. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All Entities) - See items on Page 7 of agenda this date. PRESENTATIONS: Commendation Plaque presented to Dean Stephen-Kauffman 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: Tom Davis, Tribal Planning Director, stated his availability to answer questions regarding Item 12; that the finishing touches on the project are being made; that the casino will be a high class endeavor; that it will blend with the general ambiance of the City; that service will be a priority; and that the casino and resort will be something of pride for the City. In addition, Mr. Davis stated it is the Agua Caliente Tribal policy to not pay TUMF fees for commercial projects, however, the tribe will make a donation to the City as they have done in the past. Wendie Busig-Kohn, Palm Springs, stated her praise for the accomplishments of Dean Stephen-Kauffman, and wished him well on his move to Oregon. Mark Timbrell, Palm Springs, stated that he would like to see more representation for the middle class residents, which would get them to vote on positive issues. Joy Meredith, Palm Springs, stated that she is proud of the community during the difficult time of the election; that the numbers are a,little too close; and that we have to look at ' some of the issues. Council Minutes 11-06-02, Page 2 Frank Tysen, Palm Springs, stated that he is pleased with the passage of Measures Y & Z; that even though Measures U, V, W, & X went down in defeat, they served a purpose for the residents; and that he urges the Council to look at the way the City is run, especially financially; and that the Council should reach out to the people. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: It was moved by Oden, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and unanimously carried, that Items 1 thru 8 be adopted, excluding Items 4 and 7. 1. Approval of Minutes of October 16, 2002. Kleindienst Abstain. 2. MO 7188 approving Amendment 2 to A4487 with VSA Airports for airport engineering services of design work related to the Airport Loop Road reconfiguration for $956,100. Total contract amount of $1,831,600. (Fully Federally Funded). 3. MO 7189 approving Amendment 7 to A4382 with Gensler for Airport Architectural Services for Airport Security related tenant improvement projects for $118,000. Total contract amount of$709,398. 4. SEE EXTENDED CONSENT AGENDA 5. MO 7190 approving and adopting the plans, specifications and working details, and authorizing advertisement for construction bids for the Sunny Dunes Street Improvements and Camino Real, Indian.,Trail and Andee Drive ARHM Overlay. CP01-05. 6. MO 7191 approving the Request for Proposal for a city-wide historic resources survey not to exceed $50,000. 7. SEE EXTENDED CONSENT AGENDA 8. Res 20483, 20484, 20485 and 20486 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims & Demands. Note abstentions, if any: Councilmember Warrant# Payee Particular Nature of Conflict Reller-Spurgin 981137 Spurgin Spouse 981576 Spurgin 981692 Spurgin Mills 981146 Tenet Business Related Council Minutes 11-06-02, Page 3 EXTENDED CONSENT AGENDA: 4. Recommendation: That the Council approve and adopt the specifications and authorize advertisement for construction bids for the 2002-03 Annual Slurry Seal Project. CP02-14. Councilmember Oden questioned the frequency and schedule for the annual slurry seal. City Engineer stated the criteria for the schedule of slurry; that the slurry must be done after the heat of summer, and not to interfere with major events. Councilmember Oden stated that he would like to see the areas planned for slurry this year. City Engineer stated that there is a map that has every street listed and the year it was last slurry sealed; and that the streets are indexed and scheduled ahead of time. City Manager stated this issue will be on a Study Session as early as possible to explain how it is done. Councilmember Mills stated the need for the overlay schedule also. ' Mayor stated the need for a chart to show how Measure A assists the City in street maintenance. Minute Order 7192 was presented; after which, it was moved by Oden, seconded by Mills and carried unanimously that MO7192 be adopted. 7. Recommendation: That the Council support the Palm Springs Desert Resort Convention and Visitors Authority Visitor's Signage on Traffic Signals Program. Resolution�20487 was presented; after which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Reller-Spurgin and carried by the following vote that R20487 be adopted. AYES: Members Mills, Oden, Reller-Spurgin and Mayor Kleindienst NO: Member Hodges ABSENT: None Council Minutes 11-06-02, Page 4 PUBLIC HEARINGS: 9. CALLE CHIA RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION Recommendation: That the Council vacate a portion of right-of-way dedicated for the public street named Calle Chia, Section 23, T4S, R4E. File R-02-007. Director of Public Works/City Engineer reviewed the staff report; no further report was given. Mayor declared the Hearing open; there being no appearances; the Hearing was closed. Mayor questioned if this is part of property that the City owns; and stated that someone has been using public property, and questioned if the City has recourse to recover some payment for the use. City Attorney stated that this is not fee property; that it is not used by the City; and we do not intend to retain ownership; that staff did try to determine how this property got fenced, and determined that it was not worth the effort; that Engineering does not see an ultimate need for the street. Councilmember Hodges stated that we do not know who fenced the property, therefore, it would be difficult to go after them. Res 20488 was presented; after which it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Reller-Spurgin, and carried unanimously that R20488 be adopted. COUNCIL COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/INTERAGENCY REPORTS: LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 10. CONVENT40N CENTER EXPANSION Recommendation: That the Council approve Amendment 1 to Agreement 4473 with Michael Fontana and Associates to provide City Representative services for the First Phase of the Convention Center Expansion for $46,000. Total contact amount of$134,500. City Manager withdrew the item. Council Minutes 11-06-02, Page 5 11. STREET NAME CHANGE— CASE 5.0918— MABREY ROAD ' Recommendation: That the Council approve.Case 5.0918 application to change street name Mabrey Road to Canyon Rock Road. Director of Planning & Zoning reviewed the staff report; and further stated that the property owners requested the name change. Res 20489 was presented; after which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Oden, and carried unanimously that R20489 be adopted. 12. CASE 5.0667 — PD232 - SPA CASINO PROJECT CONFORMITY REPORT Recommendation: That the Council approve a Conformity Report on the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Spa Casino Project to construct a 119,000 square foot casino and related 1,474 space parking lot on 10.5 acres, located on a site generally bound by Andreas Road, Calle Encilia and Calle El Segundo. Zone R-4VP, Section 14. Director of Planning and Zoning reviewed the staff report; and further stated that this is the first time a conformity report has been developed with all City staff and Tribal staff involved; and that the parking structure will not be built at this time, and there will be surface parking only MO 7193 was presented; after which, it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Oden, and carried unanimously that MO 7193 be adopted. 13. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: STATE OF CALIFORNIA GRANT— MUNICIPAL POLICE SERVICES Recommendation: That the Council approve an expenditure plan for frontline municipal police services in the amount of $100,000 regarding a California State Grant. City Manager reviewed the staff report; no further report was given. MO 7194 was presented; after which, it was moved by Oden, seconded by Mills, and carried unanimously that MO 7194 be adopted. Council Minutes 11-06-02, Page 6 ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS & REQUESTS: CITY COUNCIL reports or requests 14. Treasurer's Investment Report as of September 30, 2002. Received & Filed 15. Direction regarding Human Rights Commission Vacancy term — 6-30-04 Direction regarding Villagefest Board-Jeweler term - 6-30-03 (Council will wait to give direction until November 5, 2002 Election is certified.) PUBLIC reports or requests STAFF reports or requests ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. BARBARA J. WHI E Assistant City Clerk PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk