HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-03-21 CC MINUTESWednesday, March 21, 2018
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council and as Successor Agency to the
Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palm Springs
CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Palm Springs City Council was called to order by Mayor Moon on
Wednesday, March 21, 2018, at 6:08p.m., in the Council Chamber, City Hall, located at 3200
E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Moon led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLLCALL
Present:
Absent:
City Staff
Present:
Councilmembers Christy Holstege, Geoff Kors, Lisa Middleton; Mayor Pro Tern
J.R. Roberts; and Mayor Robert Moon.
None.
David H. Ready, City Manager; Edward Z. Kotkin, City Attorney; Marcus Fuller,
Assistant City Manager; and Anthony J. Mejia, City Clerk, were present at Roll
Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded to questions as indicated
in the minutes.
PRESENTATIONS
None.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS,
CARRIED 5-0, to accept the agenda, with the deletion of Item Nos. 1H and removal of Item No. lQ
for separate discussion.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION
The Regular Closed Session of the City Council of March 21, 2018, was called to order by
Mayor Moon at 3:00p.m., with all members present.
The meeting convened into Closed Session to discuss the following items as listed on the
Regular Closed Session Meeting Agenda:
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CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Lockwood Ave LLC et al v. City of Palm Springs
Case No. RIC1703102, Riverside Superior Court, Riverside Division
City of Palm Springs v. 0 & M HR, LLC, et al.,
Case Number PSC 1701804, Riverside Superior Court, Palm Springs Division
EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):
Number of Cases: 4
INITIATION OF LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4):
Number of Cases: 5
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957(b)(1):
Title: City Attorney
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR, Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8:
Property Address/Description:
Agency:
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
Property Address/Description:
Agency:
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
Property Address/Description:
Agency:
City Negotiator:
Negotiating Parties:
Under Negotiation:
City of Palm Springs
980 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, APN 508-056-010
City of Palm Springs
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Palm Springs Unified School District; Sandra Lyon,
Superintendent
Price and Terms of Payment (Lease)
4449 N. Indian Canyon Dr., APN 669-330-047
City of Palm Springs
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Desert Community College District
Price and Terms of Payment (Acquisition)
342-344 North Palm Canyon Drive
Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency
David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Emmanuel Dossetti
Price and Terms of Payment (Sale)
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CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR, Pursuant to Government Code Section
54957.6:
Agency Designated
Representatives:
Employee Organizations:
City Manager David H. Ready and Attorney Peter Brown
Management Association of Palm Springs
Palm Springs Fire Safety Association
Palm Springs Fire Management Association
Palm Springs Police Management Association
Palm Springs Police Officers Association
Service Employees International Union Local 721
City Attorney Kotkin reported that the City Council received briefings and provided direction to
staff regarding the agendized Closed Session Items, but did not take any reportable action with
the exception that the City Council settled the case of Masters v. Palm Springs for $75,000;
noted that certain Closed Session Items were not discussed due to time constraints; advised that
City Manager Ready recused himself and left Closed Session related to the Lockwood case.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY
Aftab Dada, speaking on Item No. 1 K, urged the City Council to support Senate Bill 905 related
to the hours of sale of alcoholic beverages.
CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND
REPORTS
Mayor Moon discussed he had a positive meeting with the Crossly Neighborhood about the
tamarisk trees along the golf course and waivers to remove the trees; encouraged residents to
participate in the budget process beginning in April; spoke on the importance of addressing the
comprehensive list of maintenance projects for City facilities.
Councilmember Middleton advised that she has inquired and staff has confirmed that the City
and the Riverside County Transportation Commission do not have investments in gun
manufacturing or distribution companies, noting that she is awaiting a response from the Sunline
Transit Agency; reported on the meetings of the Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy
Board and Desert Community Energy.
Mayor Pro Tern Roberts reported on the Downtown Project, noting the possibility for a
temporary sculpture garden or temporary parking lot; advised that the City Council Ad Hoc
Subcommittee on Recycling and Diversion of Debris is considering ways to offer an incentive to
contractors to recycle construction debris.
Councilmember Holstege advised that the Palm Springs Animal Shelter hired a new Director of
Operations; reported on her attendance at regional meetings throughout Riverside County, noting
that the Riverside County Community Action Commission meetings have moved from Banning
to Riverside; noted that Councilmember Middleton and herself attended Principal for a Day at
local schools and commended the teachers for their efforts; requested that discussion of
pedestrian safety be agendized for a future City Council meeting.
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Councilmember Kors noted that Ordinance No. 1927 related to tenant relocation and protections
was due to sunset and requested that an urgency ordinance to extend the sunset date be agendized
for the City Council meeting of April 4, 2018; recommended that the City Council agendize
discussion of allowing for alternates to serve on the Administrative Appeal Board.
Councilmembers Kors and Middleton read a statement regarding the California Voting Rights
Act (CVRA), noting that an attorney is alleging the City is in violation of the CVRA and should
transition from at-large elections to a district-based electoral system. A hard copy of the
statement is on file with the City Clerk.
City Manager Ready reported on the popularity and economic success of Modernism Week and
thanked Chris Mobley, CEO of Modernism Week, for his efforts; introduced Police Chief Reyes
who reported on recent crime statistics, noting that there has been a significant decrease in
crimes throughout Palm Springs.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER HOLSTEGE,
CARRIED 5-0, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the removal of Item No. 1 Q for separate
discussion and tabling Item No. 1 H.
A. MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR
1750 SOUTH ARABY DRIVE, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE HSPB 103/HD-6
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement with Barry Schweiger
and Park Imperial South Homeowners Association, for 1750 South Araby Drive, a
Class 1 Historic Site, HSPB 1 03/HD-6. A 7118.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
3. Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement.
B. DESERT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER REQUEST FOR AN ART MURAL
ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE HOSPITAL COMPLEX LOCATED AT 1150
NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE (CASE 18-001 MUR)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24389 entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING AN ART MURAL ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE HOSPITAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1150 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE (CASE 18-001
MUR)."
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C. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE
MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2018
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the report of Staff Authorized
Agreements and Purchase orders for the period of February 1, 2018, through
February 28, 2018.
D. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF JANUARY 31, 2018
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCIT...MEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the Treasurer's Investment Report as of
January 31, 2018.
E. RATIFY AND APPOINT THE NOMINATION OF THE CITY OF COACHELLA
TO THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR
THE TERM ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2018
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCIT...MEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to reappoint Bill Pattison, as the City of Coachella
representative, to the Palm Springs International Airport commission for the term ending
December 31,2018.
F. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND
AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER
PARKING LOT (PHASE 2) CP 17-14
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCIT...MEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to approve the plans, specifications and estimate, and
authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids for the Palm Springs Convention Center
Parking Lot (Phase 2), CP 17-14.
G. APPROVAL OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2018-19 CSA 152 SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
RATE
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCIT...MEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24390 entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
MAKING FINDINGS AND RE-AFFIRMING THE ESTABLISHMENT AND
SETTING OF RATES FOR COUNTY SERVICE AREA 152 FOR FISCAL YEAR
2018-19 TO FUND THE CITY'S NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE
ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PERMIT IN ORDER TO OPERATE AND
MAINTAIN THE CITY'S DRAINAGE AND FLOOD CONTROL SYSTEMS."
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H. APPROVE THE SUBMITTAL OF THE NOMINATION OF THE PALM
SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING TO THE
NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES
This item was deleted from the agenda.
I. APPROVAL OF A CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
SYMBLAZE INC. TO PROVIDE ONGOING COMMUNICATIONS AND
TECHNOLOGY SERVICES FOR THE REMAINING PERIOD OF FOUR
MONTHS OF THE BUZZ TROLLEY PROGRAM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $6,995.00
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve an Agreement with Symblaze, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $6,995.00 for
communication and technology support services for the remaining four months of the
BUZZ Trolley program. A6552.
2. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all necessary documents.
J. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 OF A GRANT AGREEMENT 3850-P01-0008
FROM THE COACHELLA VALLEY MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY, AWARD
A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO NATURES IMAGE INC., AND APPROVE
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR A CONTRACT AMOUNT OF
$803,611 FOR THE RESTORATION OF CITY OWNED PROPERTY ON DUNN
ROAD (ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 635-060-011), CP 17-04
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Proposition 1 Grant Agreement Grant No. 3850-P01-0008
(Phase 2 Implementation), between the State of California (Coachella Valley Mountains
Conservancy) and the City of Palm Springs, for an increase of $319,511 to a new grant
amount of $803,611. A 7037.
2. Reject the Bid submitted by Amec Foster Wheeler, Inc., as being non-responsive.
3. Award a construction contract to Natures Image, Inc., a California corporation, in the
amount of $1,491 ,466 for the Dunn Road Property Restoration Project, APN
No. 635-060-011, CP 17-04. A7119.
4. Approve Contract Change Order No. 1 to Agreement No. A7119 with Natures Image,
Inc., a California corporation for a decrease of $687,855 for a total revised contract
amount of $803,611.
5. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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K. AUTHORIZE A LETTER IN REGARDS TO SENATE BILL 905, ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES: HOURS OF SALE
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to authorize a letter to the authors of Senate Bill 905,
Alcoholic Beverages: Hours of Sale, requesting that the City of Palm Springs be named
in the Bill as a "qualified city."
L. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF THREE (3) NEW POLICE PATROL
VEHICLES FOR THE DOWNTOWN AREA, ONE (1) NEW FIRE COMMAND
VEHICLE, AND ONE (1) NEW RAPID RESPONSE PARAMEDIC UNIT IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $348,000
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Authorize the purchase of three (3) new Ford Utility Interceptors, or equivalent patrol
vehicle model, including required outfitting, for the Police Department Downtown
Patrol, in an amount not to exceed $201 ,000.
2. Authorize the purchase of one new Ford F-450 Medic Unit, or equivalent vehicle
model, including required outfitting, for the Fire Department -Rapid Response
Paramedic Unit, in an amount not to exceed $80,000.
3. Authorize the purchase of one new Ford Expedition XLT vehicle, or equivalent sport
utility vehicle model, including required outfitting, for the Fire Department -Deputy
Chief (Operations), in an amount not to exceed $67,000.
4. Authorize Staff to conduct the appropriate bid processes, or utilize cooperative
purchase contracts if available, in accordance with Procurement procedures and
authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents, including Purchase
Orders for the new replacement vehicles and equipment, in a total cumulative amount
not to exceed $348,000.
M. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT NO. A5209 FOR LICENSED FINANCE
SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPGRADES, REMOTE HOSTING AND RELATED
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WITH SUPERION CORPORATION
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A5208 with Superion Corporation to
provide software upgrades to the City's Finance system software, with recurring costs
of up to $37,019 annually plus annual CPI increases capped at a maximum of 3%,
and for one-time costs not to exceed $100,000.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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N. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT NO. A6205 FOR BUSINESS LICENSE TAX
CERTIFICATE DISCOVERY AND ASSESSMENT SERVICES WITH
MUNISERVICES, LLC
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A6205 with MuniServices, LLC to
provide the City Business License Discovery and Assessment Services extending the
term of the agreement for three (3) additional years ending June 30, 2020, and
lowering the existing compensation schedule of 40% of additional revenue collected
to 30% of additional revenue collected.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
0. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24391 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANT NUMBERED 1097088 IN THE
AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $290.00, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA."
2. Adopt Resolution No. 24392 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF
PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 01-27-2018 BY
WARRANTS NUMBERED 420206 THROUGH 420220 TOTALING $27,595.86,
LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1097089 THROUGH 1097108 TOTALING
$78,803.19, FIVE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR $61,825.66, AND THREE
ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF $1,405,036.56 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT
OF $1,573,261.27, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA."
3. Adopt Resolution No. 24393 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1097109 THROUGH
1097265 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2,529,650.55, DRAWN ON
BANK OF AMERICA."
4. Adopt Resolution No. 24394 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1097266 THROUGH
1097371 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2,662,569.34, DRAWN ON
BANK OF AMERICA."
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P. ENGAGEMENT OF LEGAL COUNSEL, COTA COLE & HUBER LLP
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Cota Cole & Huber LLP, in a form
substantially similar to that published with the staff report, subject to minor
modifications, within the reasonable discretion of the City Attorney. A 7120.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR
Q. PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING UNITED STATES BUREAU OF LAND
MANAGEMENT REVIEW OF DESERT RENEWABLE ENERGY
CONSERVATION PLAN LAND USE AMENDMENT
Councilmember Holstege advised that President Trump issued an Executive Order tore-
open the Desert Conservation Plan; requested that the City Council approve the proposed
letter opposing the re-opening of the plan; encouraged residents to submit their own
comments to the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
ROBERTS, CARRIED 5-0, to approve comments as reflected in the letter attached to the
staff report, and authorize the City Manager to issue the letter and execute any other
related documents necessary.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) 2018-2019 ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN AND CDBG BUDGET ADOPTION; AND AUTHORIZATION
FOR SUBMISSION TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING &
URBAN DEVELOPMENT, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM, 44TH PROGRAM YEAR; AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL SUBRECIPIENT
AGREEMENTS
Director of Economic Development Virata presented the staff report and responded to
City Council inquiries.
In response to City Council inquiries, City Manager Ready advised that grant
subrecipients are required to enter into an agreement and report on the use of the grant
funds; noted that subrecipients must comply with Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) procedures for procurement/bidding; stated that staff will provide the City
Council with the subrecipients' reports upon submission to HUD.
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Economic Development Director Virata advised that staff publishes notices and sends
direct emails to known service providers advising of the availability of CDBG funds;
opined that the City's allocation of $300,000 is unlikely to significantly impact or
incentivize affordable housing projects.
Councilmember Kors and Council member Holstege noted that the City's major goal is to
address affordable housing and homelessness, pointing out that the CDBG funds could be
used for rental assistance programs if service providers were to apply for such a program;
expressed concern that the advisory committee does not have representatives from
homeless-or housing-related entities or tenant/landlord representatives. City Manager
Ready recommended the formation of a City Council subcommittee to review the CDBG
process and make-up of the advisory committee.
In response to City Council inquiry, City Engineer Garcia explained the purpose of the
Solar Radar Speed Sign Project. Councilmember Middleton recommended that the City
Council consider funding of the equipment during the budget process.
In response to City Council inquiries, Les Young, representing the Citizens' Advisory
Committee, advised that the funding amount was less than originally anticipated;
summarized the evaluation criteria and scores of the proposed projects.
Mayor Pro Tern Roberts and Mayor Moon requested that future staff reports summarize
if an organization previously received CDBG funds and a description of the project(s)
and the rationale for recommending approval/denial of a particular project.
Mayor Moon opened the Public Hearing.
Judy Cressman, Jewish Family Services of the Desert, advised that the funding would
provide approximately 50 seniors with emergency assistance.
Darrel Tucci, Desert Aids Project, spoke on the benefits of the energy-efficiency LED
retrofit lighting project.
MEETING RECESSED AND RECONVENED
The City Council recessed at 7:34p.m. and reconvened at 7:41 p.m., with all members present.
City Attorney Kotkin advised that due to a potential conflict, that former Councilmember
Ginny Foat would withdraw her request to address the City Council.
There being no others desiring to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was closed.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
ROBERTS, CARRIED 4-0 (COUNCILMEMBER KORS ABSTAINING), to adopt
Resolution No. 24395 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2015-2019
CONSOLIDATED PLAN STRATEGIC GOALS AND THE 2018-2019 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN;
APPROVING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT BUDGET FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019; AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF THE PLANS
AND BUDGET TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING &
URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD); AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE APPROVAUAGREEMENT (GRANT# B-18-MC-06-0561) WITH
HUD IN THE AMOUNT OF $362,316 AND TO EXECUTE ALL SUBRECIPIENT
AGREEMENTS."
Councilmember Kors noted that his abstention is due to a lack of information to make an
informed decision.
B. RECOMMENDATION BY THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD FOR
CLASS 1 IDSTORIC SITE DESIGNATION OF "THE WILLIAM HOLDEN -
DEEPWELL RESIDENCE", LOCATED AT 1323 SOUTH DRIFTWOOD DRIVE,
ZONE R-1-C, CASE HSPB 110
Director of Planning Services Fagg presented the staff report, displayed photos of the
residence, and responded to City Council inquiries.
Mayor Pro Tern Roberts expressed concern that the residence has undergone significant
renovations and questioned whether the Historic Site Preservation Board (HSPB) was
unanimous in its recommendation. Director Fagg advised that the HSPB unanimously
supported Class 1 Historic Designation with conditions of approval.
In response to Councilmember Holstege's inquiry, Director Fagg advised that the historic
designation would cover all four lots in which the structure sits on, noting that the
property owners processed a lot line merging of the four lots into one.
Mayor Moon opened the Public Hearing.
Barbara Marshall, Applicant, representing the Palm Springs Preservation Foundation,
provided an overview of the Holden Residence and encouraged approval of the Class 1
Historic Designation.
Jane Garrison, Property Owner, spoke on the restoration of the residence, noting that the
original architectural footprint has been restored; stated that she is committed to
maintaining and preserving the entire property and will not split the lots.
There being no others desiring to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was closed.
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Members of the City Council expressed concern that the restoration did not retain many
of the original elements of the residence and questioned whether enough of the original
structure is still intact to qualify for a historic site designation; expressed gratitude for
Ms. Garrison's commitment to retain the property as a single lot. Council member Kors
opined that the subject residence meets historic preservation criteria 2, 3, 4, and 5 making
it eligible for Class 1 Historic Designation.
Following discussion, MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY
MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24396 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCll.. OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING "THE Wll..LIAM
HOLDEN DEEPWELL RESIDENCE" LOCATED AT 1323 SOUTH DRIFTWOOD
DRIVE AS A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE, HSPB 110, APN 508-402-005."
2. Direct the City Clerk to record the Resolution.
C. ROSIAN V, LLC, FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
APPLICATION, A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION,
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATIONS AND A VARIANCE
APPLICATION, PROPOSING RENOVATIONS AND ADDITIONS TO AN
EXISTING 62-ROOM HOTEL TO ADD AN OUTDOOR MUSIC VENUE, AN
OUTDOOR RESTAURANT USE, AN OUTDOOR COCKTAIL LOUNGE USE
AND SUPPORT SPACES AT THE MONROE HOTEL (AKA INFUSION BEACH
HOTEL) LOCATED AT 1900 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, CASES 5.1409
CUP/PDD 387/3.864 MAA/6.550 VAR (APN 504-320-026, ZONE C-1/R-3/RESORT
COMBINING ZONE)
Director of Planning Services Fagg narrated a Power Point presentation entitled "Infusion
Beach." In response to City Council inquiries, Director Fagg reviewed the regulatory
parking requirements and summarized the Planning Commission's deliberations related
to the proposed parking plan; reported on the proposed noise mitigation measures, noting
that the City would be provided with data from the noise monitoring stations, upon
request; advised that the project will provide funding to fill sidewalk gaps near the project
site as its public benefit requirement.
Mayor Moon opened the Public Hearing.
Matthew Rogers, Project Manager, provided an overview of the business plan and need
for a food and beverage station; noted that the noise study consultant recommends the
installation of a noise level limiter or a noise monitoring system; voiced opposition to the
Planning Commission's Condition of Approval to install both noise mitigation measures;
stated that the noise monitoring station would likely detect noise from Highway 111 and
inadvertently attribute the noise to the hotel; spoke on the off-site parking arrangement,
noting that there is an option to purchase the former Dink's property.
Aftab Dada, President of Palm Springs Hospitality Association, indicated support for the
project.
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There being no others desiring to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was closed.
In response to City Council inquiry, Mr. Rogers discussed the proposed security plan for
the property; advised that the owners intend to open a cocktail lounge at the former
Dink's property.
Mayor Pro Tern Roberts opined that the off-site parking agreement should be for a longer
term, noting that it is unlikely that the restaurant operations will cease once the parking
agreement terminates.
Mayor Moon expressed concerns that the valet parking traffic pattern is such that valet
drivers may violate traffic regulations and take a short cut and the potential noise impacts
on adjacent condominium projects and neighborhoods.
Councilmember Holstege suggested that staff should begin updating the parking
standards, noting that transportation network companies have changed how people travel
and park; recommended that the applicant facilitate a neighborhood meeting to inform
residents of the new operations; opined that the Conditions of Approval should be
modified to allow for the installation of only the noise level limiter.
Councilmember Middleton agreed with the Planning Commission's recommendation for
the installation of both noise mitigation systems, noting her experience addressing noise
impacts associated with the former Hacienda Cantina and Beach Club; suggested that
public benefits should be associated with affordable housing projects in the future.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 4-1 (MAYOR MOON VOTING NO), to:
1. Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) as an adequate and complete
analysis of the project's potential environmental impacts pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
2. Adopt Resolution No. 24397 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE 3.864
MAA, A MINOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR RENOVATION AND
ADDITIONS TO AN EXISTING 62-ROOM HOTEL; CASE 6.550 V AR, A
VARIANCE APPLICATION APPROVING REMOTE PARKING AT A
DISTANCE THAT EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM LIMIT OF ZONING CODE
SECTION 93.06.00; CASE 5.1409 CUP, CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS (CUP'S)
FOR AN OUTDOOR RESTAURANT USE, AN OUTDOOR COCKTAIL
LOUNGE USE AND AN OUTDOOR SOUND STAGE USE; AND CASE 5.1409
PDD 387, A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT GRANTING DEVIATIONS
IN THE UNDERLYING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS OF THE C-1/R-3 ZONE
RELATIVE TO SETBACKS, OPEN SPACE AND OFF-STREET PARKING FOR
THE PROPOSED OUTDOOR MUSIC VENUE USE, RESTAURANT AND
COCKTAIL LOUNGE USE ON A 1.42-ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 1900 NORTH
PALM CANYON DRIVE AND RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF CASE 5.1409
PDD 387 BY THE CITY COUNCIL, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL," as amended:
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a. The Conditions of Approval shall be amended to require only a sound level
limiter.
b. The Planning Commission will review the CUP at six months and annually
thereafter, for a period of five (5) years.
c. The applicant shall provide a public benefit in the amount of $50,000 to the City's
Sidewalk Gap Closure Fund to improve sidewalks in the vicinity of the project site.
3. LEGISLATIVE
None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
5. NEW BUSINESS
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Alan Worthy. stated the City was in default of the complaint he filed against Officer Donovan in
November 20 17; called for the undivided attention of the City Council during his public
comment.
Sharlane Ferris. stated that she is a bit shaken up by the comment of Mr. Worthy; thanked the City
Council and Board of Directors of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter for returning her cats to her.
Mayor Pro Tern Roberts stated that he is unable to perform his duties and is concerned that members
of the audience are intimidated and frightened, due to the aggressive behavior of Mr. Worthy.
City Attorney Kotkin advised that he would prepare the City Council and Police Department a
Confidential Attorney-Client Memorandum describing the City's capacity to limit disruptive
behavior in the City Council Chamber.
Councilmember Middleton noted that she and City Attorney Kotkin met with Mr. Worthy a
month ago to discuss his concerns and requested that he submit his issues in writing with a
commitment from herself to follow-up; agreed that his behavior is inappropriate and disruptive.
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CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA
DEVELOPMENT
At the reques t of Councilme mber Hol s tege, Mayor Moon appointed Councilmembers Holstege
and Kors to serve on an Ad Ho c Subcommittee to coordinate town forums related to the City
Council Standing Subcommittee on Business R ete nti o n, for a period of o ne year.
Councilmember Holstege requested consideration of updating the City's Noi se Ordinance and
Parking Standards be agendized fo r a future City Council meeting .
In r esponse to Councilmember Middleton, Assistant City Manager Fuller reported on the
progress of bringing Fire Station No. 4 b ack to service.
Mayor Pro Tern Robe rts re quested that di scuss ion of the Downtown Furniture Pilot Project and
improveme nts to the Planning Review Process be age ndi zed fo r future City Council meetings;
s ugge sted th a t the 2018 M eeting Schedule be agendized for the next City Counc il meeting .
ADJOURNMENT
At 11:05 p.m., th e City Council adjourned, to the next regul ar meeting Wednesday, April4, 2018 , at
6:00 p.m. Council Chamber, City Hall , preceded by Closed Session, Small Conference Room, City
Hall , 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs .
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