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Wednesday, February 7,2018
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council
CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Palm Springs City Council was called to order by Mayor Moon on
Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at 6:10 p.m., in the Council Chamber, City Hall, located at
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Palm Springs Air Force ROTC Junior Color Guard led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Christy Holstege, Geoff Kors, Lisa Middleton; Mayor Pro Tern
J.R. Roberts; and Mayor Robert Moon.
Absent: None.
City Staff
Present: 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 removal of Item Nos. 113, IE, 1G and lK for
separate discussion and reordered to move Item No. 4B to be considered prior to the Consent
Calendar (for ease of reference Item No. 4B appears in its normal order).
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION
The Regular Closed Session of the City Council of February 7, 2018, was called to order by
Mayor Moon at 4:00 p.m., with all members present.
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The meeting convened into Closed Session to discuss the following items as listed on the
Regular Closed Session Meeting Agenda:
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. RIC 1703102, Riverside Superior Court, Riverside Division
City of Palm Springs v. O &M HR, LLC, et al.
Case Number PSC 1701804, Riverside Superior Court, Palm Springs Division
Lee H. Brandenburg and Diane M. Brandenburg, Individually and as Trustees of the
Brandenburg Revocable Trust and Dennis A. Cunningham and Andrea C. Cunningham
individually, and in their capacities as Trustees of the Cunningham Family Trust Dated
1211412000 v. City of Palm Springs et al.
Case No. PSC 1606147, Riverside Superior Court, Palm Springs Division
Wessman Holdings, LLC v. City of Palm Springs
Case No. PSC1606436, Riverside Superior Court, Palm Springs Division
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION, Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):
Number of Anticipated Cases: 6
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — INITIATION OF LITIGATION, Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4):
Number of Anticipated Cases: 3
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957(b)(1):
Title: City Attorney
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS, Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8:
Property Address/Description: State Highway 111
Agency: City of Palm Springs
City Negotiator: David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Negotiating Parties: John Bulinski, Caltrans District 8 Director
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment (Relinquishment)
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Property Address/Description: 980 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, APN 508-056-010
Agency: City of Palm Springs
City Negotiator: David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Negotiating Parties: Palm Springs Unified School District Sandra Lyon,
Superintendent
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment (Lease)
Property Address/Description: 1901 E. Baristo Road, APN 502-200-001, -002
Agency: City of Palm Springs
City Negotiator: David H. Ready, City Manager or Designee
Negotiating Parties: Andrew Starke, Palm Spring Power Baseball Club
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment (Lease)
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS,Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Agency Designated
Representatives: City Manager David Ready and Attorney Peter Brown
Employee Organizations: Management Association of Palm Springs
Palm Springs Fire Safety
Palm Springs Fire Management
Palm Springs Police Management Association
Palm Springs Police Officers Association
Service Employees International Union Local 721
City Attorney Kotkin reported that, due to time restrictions, the Council did not consider certain
Closed Session items. He reported that the City Council received briefings and provided
direction to staff regarding the other agendized Closed Session Items, but did not take any
reportable action.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY
John Bohan, expressed concern regarding litter in the area between Escena Palm Springs and the
shopping center on Ramon Road; requested that the City Council post "no littering" signs, direct
staff to routinely clean-up the area, and/or establish an "adopt the road" program.
Jarred Davis, Uber Regulatory Affairs Partnership Manager of Southern California, speaking on
Item No. 1G, voiced opposition to placing signage indicating that transportation network
company drivers are not subject to drug and alcohol testing.
Patricia Breslin, Greater Palms Springs Bar and Restaurant Organization, indicated support for
Item No. 1 H, the ordinance relating to pedicabs.
Robert Findley, speaking on Item No. 3A, opined that an independent board should be
established to investigate accusations pursuant to the City's Public Integrity Ordinance.
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The following individuals spoke in support of Item No. 4A relating to bicycle lanes:
Victor Yepello
David Freedman
Paul Hinrichsen, Upper West Side Neighborhood Association, One PS Neighborhood
John McCoy, Andreas Hills Neighborhood, spoke on Item No. 4A, expressed opposition to
creating bike lanes on LaVerne, asserting that bike lanes will constrict access to the neighborhoods.
Robert McCann, representing the Sustainability Commission, speaking on Item No. 4D, reported
on the positive impacts of improving waste diversion and urged the City Council to move
forward with enacting an ordinance related to construction and demolition debris.
CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND
REPORTS
Councilmember Kors reported on the success of the Homeless Point in Time Count; reported on
the meetings of the Economic Development Standing Committee and Government Reform
Ethics and Transparency Subcommittee.
Councilmember Middleton provided an update on the Coachella Valley Transportation Commission
related to the CV Link; advised that the Riverside County Transportation Commission will provide a
$27 million grant for a regional signal synchronization project and $3 million to SunLine Transit
Agency for a new rapid bus route.
Mayor Pro Tern Roberts provided an update regarding the restoration of the Cornelia White
House, Plaza Theatre, and Town and Country Center.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to accept the Consent Calendar, with the removal of Item
Nos. 113, 1E, 1G, and I for separate discussion.
A. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2017
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the Treasurer's Investment Report as of
November 30, 2017.
B. ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS BOARD HEARING DECISIONS
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to Page 7 of these
minutes for a summary of that action.
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C. PALM SPRINGS INNOVATION HUB AND ACCELERATOR CAMPUS
QUARTERLY AND ANNUAL REPORTS
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the fourth quarter report from the
Coachella Valley Economic Partnership for the Palm Springs Innovation Hub for the
period of October 1 to December 31, 2017, and the annual report for the period of
November 1, 2016 to December 31, 2017.
D. INCREASE IN PURCHASE ORDER NO. 18-0303 TO $25,742 AND
RATIFICATION OF EMERGENCY ACTION BY CITY MANAGER TO PAY
INVOICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,297.75 WITH TELOS IDENTIFICATION
MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS, INC. FOR CRIMINAL RECORDS HISTORY
CHECKS, RAP BACK LIFETIME SUBSCRIPTION, AND ANNUAL RECORDS
MAINTENANCE FEE
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve an increase in Purchase Order No. 18-0303 to $25,742 with Telos Identity
Management Solutions, LLC, for criminal records history checks, RAP Back
Lifetime Subscription, and annual records maintenance fee.
2. Ratify the emergency action taken by the City Manager to pay invoices in the amount
of $4,297.75 with Telos Identity Management Solutions, LLC, for services rendered
in November and December of 2017 under Purchase Order No. 18-0303.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
E. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO.
A6191 WITH CNS ENGINEERS, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $749863.959 FOR
THE VISTA CHINO LOW WATER CROSSING BRIDGE REPLACEMENT AT
THE WHITEWATER RIVER, FEDERAL-AID PROJECT NO. BR-NBIL (513),
CID 10-10
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to Page 7 of these
minutes for a summary of that action.
F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 3-0 (COUNCILMEMBERS HOLSTEGE AND MIDDLETON
ABSTAINING), to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of July 26, 2017, and
November 29, 2017.
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G. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1950, AMENDING
THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO REGULATION,
PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS, OPERATIONAL RULES, PASSENGER
LOADING AND UNLOADING, AND PENALTIES FOR TRANSPORTATION
NETWORK COMPANIES OPERATING AT THE PALM SPRINGS
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to Page 7 of these
minutes for a summary of that action.
H. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1951, ADDING
CHAPTER 5.41 TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING
REGULATION OF PEDICABS ON CITY STREETS
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 1951 entitled "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 5.41 TO
THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING REGULATION OF
PEDICABS ON CITY STREETS."
I. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1952, AMENDING
PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.55 RELATING TO THE
OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD INVOLVEMENT
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 1952 entitled "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2.55 OF
THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF
NEIGHBORHOOD INVOLVEMENT."
J. APPROVAL OF TRACT MAP 36737 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT WITH VIA OLIVERA, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED
LIABILITY COMPANY
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24365 entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING TRACT MAP 36737 AND AN ASSOCIATED SUBDIVISION
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH VIA OLIVERA, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED
LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 199 WEST VIA
OLIVERA, IN SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST."
K. ENGAGEMENT OF LEGAL COUNSEL, SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER &
HAMPTON LLP
This item was excluded from the Consent Calendar. Please refer to Page 8 of these
minutes for a summary of that action.
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EXCLUDED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
B. ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS BOARD HEARING DECISIONS
In response to City Council inquiry, City Attorney Kotkin advised that the Municipal
Code allows for the Administrative Appeals Board to render a decision by a majority of
the quorum present at the meeting.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
ROBERTS, CARRIED 4-0 (COUNCILMEMBER HOLSTEGE RECUSED), to receive
and file the Administrative Appeals Board decisions from the January 4, 2018, hearings.
E. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. A6191
WITH CNS ENGINEERS, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $74,863.951 FOR THE
VISTA CHINO LOW WATER CROSSING BRIDGE REPLACEMENT AT THE
WHITEWATER RIVER,FEDERAL-AID PROJECT NO.BR-NBIL (513), CP 10-10
In response to City Council inquiry, Assistant City Manager Fuller advised that adequate
funding is available in the Highway Bridge Fund for the subject project.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve Amendment No. 3 to Professional Services Agreement No. A6191 with
CNS Engineers, Inc., to incorporate additional preliminary engineering design
services in the amount of$74,863.95 for an increased total contract in the amount of
$1,513,347.90 for the Vista Chino Low Water Crossing Bridge Replacement at the
Whitewater River, Federal-Aid Project BR-NBIL (513), CP 10-10.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
G. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1950, AMENDING
THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO REGULATION,
PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS, OPERATIONAL RULES, PASSENGER
LOADING AND UNLOADING, AND PENALTIES FOR TRANSPORTATION
NETWORK COMPANIES OPERATING AT THE PALM SPRINGS
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Following discussion, MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 1950 entitled "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTIONS 16.37.005, 16.37.010, 16.37.015, 16.37.025 AND 16.37.040 OF THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO REGULATION, PERMITTING
REQUIREMENTS, OPERATIONAL RULES, PASSENGER LOADING AND
UNLOADING, AND PENALTIES FOR TRANSPORTATION NETWORK
COMPANIES OPERATING AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT,"
with direction that the pick-up location signage read as follows: _E_a. "Notice unlike taxis
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and limo drivers, ridesharing drivers are not subject to drug and alcohol testing."
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K. ENGAGEMENT OF LEGAL COUNSEL, SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER &
HAMPTON LLP
In response to City Council inquiry, City Attorney Kotkin stated that an addendum to the
contract has been submitted for City Council consideration and requested authority to
make minor modifications to the contract, as necessary.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Sheppard, Mullin, Richter &
Hampton LLP, a California limited liability partnership, in a form substantially
similar to that published with the staff report, subject to minor modification, within
the reasonable discretion of the City Attorney, A7104.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. AVALON 1150, LLC, REQUESTING A STREET NAME CHANGE FROM
AVALON WAY TO MIRALON WAY AT THE MIRALON DEVELOPMENT
LOCATED AT 801 EAST SUNRISE PARKWAY, ZONE PDD 290, SECTION 35
(CASE 5.0982 - TTM 31848—SNC)
Planning Services Director Fagg presented the staff report.
Mayor Moon opened the Public Hearing.
Bradley Shuckhart, representing the Applicant, requested that the City Council approve
the renaming of Avalon Way to Miralon Way.
There being no others desiring to speak to this issue, the Public Hearing was closed.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 24366 entitled "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REQUEST OF A STREET NAME CHANGE FROM
AVALON WAY TO MIRALON WAY WITHIN THE MIRALON DEVELOPMENT
LOCATED AT 801 EAST SUNRISE PARKWAY."
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B. SIX-MONTH REVIEW OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ISSUED FOR
WELL IN THE DESERT, LOCATED AT 441 SOUTH CALLE ENCILIA, LSC
ZONE (CASE 5.1419 CUP)
Planning Services Director Fagg presented the staff report; reviewed the protocols for
ensuring that the center does not exceed capacity and monitors security.
In response to City Council inquiry, Police Chief Reyes reported on calls for service
related to vagrancy and homeless persons at Well in the Desert; opined that the Well in
the Desert provides benefits to the community and expressed gratitude to its employees;
advised that it would be beneficial if the Well in the Desert extended its operating hours;
noted that the Well in the Desert cooperates with the Police Department, when needed.
Mayor Moon opened the Public Hearing.
Arlene Rosenthall, Applicant, spoke on the successes of the Well in the Desert and
expressed gratitude to its staff; spoke on the desirability of extending service hours if
adequate funding and staffing is secured; noted that the Well in the Desert will soon offer
office space to County service providers.
The following individuals spoke in support of the Well in the Desert:
Ellen O'Rourke, Courageous Resistance
Ronni Sanlo, CEO Desert Hot Springs Community Task Force
Judy Shee
Kelly Watson
Nikki Reisman
Linda Levinson
Allen Worthy
Stu Berger
Lewis Steward
Tim Side
Lennie O'Neill, Courageous Resistance
Michael Howard
Tom Kohn
Pierre Musson
Kelly Musson
Donald Morgan
Janaki Morgan
Barbara Musson
Jessica Spry
Ruth Delora
Joy Silver
Andrew Green
David Justin Lynch
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The following individuals expressed concerns related to public safety, hours of operation,
and trespassing onto neighboring properties by the patrons of the Well in the Desert:
Jon Neskek
Patricia Coppa
James Gavin
Shawn Meyers
John Barr
Joseph Ramini
George Macherdo
There being no others desiring to speak to this issue, the Public Hearing was closed.
MEETING RECESSED AND RECONVENED
The City Council recessed at 8:29 p.m. and reconvened at 8:40 p.m., with all members present.
Councilmember Holstege noted that she previously resigned from her position as a Board
Member for Well in the Desert and possesses no conflict of interest related to the subject
matter.
During the course of discussion, the City Council expressed support for the Well in the
Desert and requested that it consider extending its service hours, conduct a patron
education program addressing trespassing and loitering, improving landscape, and fully
complying with the security requirements.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 5-0, to review the Conditional Use Permit for Well in the Desert in 18
months.
3. LEGISLATIVE
A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING CHAPTER 2.60 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE,
RELATING TO PUBLIC INTEGRITY
City Attorney Kotkin presented the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Roberts expressed concern that the proposed ordinance creates regulations
which overly restrict the Members of City Council in carrying out their duties.
In response to City Council inquiries, City Attorney Kotki❑ advised that the proposed
ordinance could be modified to create an exemption to the special fiduciary interests with
respect to positions held at the direction of the City itself, such as service on the
Coachella Valley Association of Governments; explained that the procedure for
determining whether an official holds a special fiduciary interest is intended to be a
brighter line than state law; explained that an outside investigator would likely be
retained to investigate allegations of perjury by an elected official pursuant to the
proposed ordinance; noted that staff will develop simplified instructions to assist officials
in fulfilling the obligations established by the ordinance.
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Mayor Moon expressed concerns related to the ordinance's enforceability, complexity,
and possible chilling effect on citizens seeking appointment to Boards and Commissions
or seeking election to the City Council; noted that the Political Reform Act has
adequately and effectively addressed conflicts of interest since 1974.
Mayor Pro Tern Roberts advised that he will not support the ordinance because it is
overly cumbersome, limits his participation in the community, creates legal "land mines,"
and limits his ability to complete his job as a Council Member.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
KORS, CARRIED 3-2 (MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS AND MAYOR MOON
VOTING NO), to introduce Ordinance No. 1953 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING CHAPTER 2.60 OF THE
PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO PUBLIC INTEGRITY," with
direction to the City Attorney to work with the City Council Subcommittee to simplify
the ordinance verbiage related to definitions and intent.
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND
AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE CLASS II AND CLASS III BICYCLE LANES,
FEDERAL-AID PROJECT NO. CML-5282 (044), CP 14-14
Assistant City Manager Fuller presented the staff report and responded to City Council
inquiries.
Following discussion, MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM ROBERTS, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Confirm the roadway reclassifications (road diets) from 4-lane roadways to 2-lane
divided roadways with Class II bicycle lanes identified as "Minor Mobility
Corridors" approved by City Council on July 6, 2016, for the following streets:
Camino Real (E. Palm Canyon Dr. to La Verne Way), Crossley Road (Ramon Road
to 34th Avenue), La Verne Way (S. Palm Canyon Dr. to Twin Palms Dr.), and San
Rafael Dr. (N. Palm Canyon Dr. to Sunrise Way), with the following direction:
a. Direct staff to proceed with bidding for La Verne Way and to continue to
communicate with the neighborhoods regarding their preference related to the La
Verne Way portion of the project.
2. Approve the plans, specifications and estimate and authorize staff to advertise and
solicit bids for the Class II and Class III Bicycle Lanes Project, CP 14-14.
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B. DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS SPECIFIC PLAN — PARKING MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM
Assistant City Manager Fuller presented the staff report and responded to City Council
inquiries.
In response to City Council inquiry, City Manager Ready stated that any advertising
revenue would benefit the City's General Fund; advised that the City will enhance its
wayfinding signage to increase awareness of parking structures; explained that vehicles
will not be ticketed or towed for parking overnight, noting that vehicles parked for
multiples days would be subject to ticketing and/or towing; spoke on the parking needs
for the Art Museum and the possibility of installing a crosswalk.
Following discussion, MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER HOLSTEGE, SECOND BY
COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24367 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A
PARKING MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE DOWNTOWN PALM
SPRINGS SPECIFIC PLAN, INCLUDING A MAXIMUM 4-HOUR PARKING
TIME LIMIT FOR PUBLIC PARKING SPACES, DESIGNATING CERTAIN
AREAS AS EMPLOYEE PARKING SPACES WITH A MAXIMUM 12-HOUR
PARKING TIME LIMIT, AND AUTHORIZING CLOSURE OF THE PARKING
FACILITIES FROM 3:00 AM TO 6:00 AM."
2. Approve the First Amendment to Contract Services Agreement No. A6497 with Ace
Parking Management, Inc., in the amount of $68,654 annually for a total contract
amount of $205,732 annually, and extending the term thereof by two years through
March 18, 2023.
3. Approve the Street Level Parking and Parking Garage Way-finding Master Sign Plan
for "Downtown Palm Springs," dated October 5, 2017, prepared by Best Signs, Inc.,
with the following direction:
a. Any vender may lease the underground advertising signage, subject to established
regulations.
4. Authorize the City Manager to designate on-street parking spaces for time-limited
parking (3 hour or 20 minute loading).
5. Authorize the City Manager to re-designate all 2-hour time-limit on-street parking
spaces within the City to a 3-hour time limit.
6. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take all steps necessary to execute these
actions.
7. Direct staff to return with a status report in six months.
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C. AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT
IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,172,319.95, AND APPROVAL OF A PURCHASE
ORDER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $60,000 TO INTERWEST
CONSULTING GROUP FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT,
INSPECTION, AND MATERIALS TESTING SERVICES FOR THE 2017
ANNUAL SLURRY SEAL PROJECT, CP 17-02
City Manager Ready presented the staff report.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
HOLSTEGE, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt, a California corporation, in
the amount of $1,172,319.95 for the 2017 Annual Slurry Sea] Project, City Project
No. 17-02, A7105.
2. Delegate authority to the City Manager to approve and execute construction contract
change orders up to $117,232 with all change orders reported to the City Council.
3. Authorize a Purchase Order to Interwest Consulting Group, pursuant to On-Call
Agreement No. A6686, in an amount not to exceed $60,000 for construction
management, inspection and materials testing services for the 2017 Annual Slurry
Seal Project, CP 17-02.
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
D. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE RELATED TO THE RECYCLING
AND DIVERSION OF DEBRIS GENERATED FROM CONSTRUCTION AND
DEMOLITION PROJECTS
Assistant City Manager er Fuller presented the staff report.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MIDDLETON, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
ROBERTS, CARRIED 5-0, to establish a City Council Ad-Hoc Subcommittee of
Councilmember Middleton and Mayor Pro Tern Roberts, to develop the final draft
Construction and Demolition Ordinance, for a limited term, to expire on December 31,
2018.
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5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. VILLAGEFEST RULES AND REGULATIONS
City Manager Ready presented the staff report.
Jasmine Waits, VillageFest, explained that the required space for religious and non-profit
organizations was deleted because it has historically been underutilized or vacant.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER KORS, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
MIDDLETON, CARRIED 5-0, adopt Resolution No. 24367 entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING THE REVISED VILLAGEFEST RULES AND REGULATIONS TO BE
EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 8, 2018.
B. REVIEW AND APPOINT LIAISONS TO CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
City Clerk Mejia presented the staff report.
The Council discussed the request for a liaison to each board or commission and
determined the following appointments:
Board or Commission Council Liaison
Administrative Appeals Board None
Airport Commission J.R. Roberts
Board of Appeals None
Board of Library Trustees Lisa Middleton
Historic Site Preservation Board Robert Moon
Small Hotel BID Advisory Board Geoff Kors
Human Rights Commission Christy Holste e
Measure "J" Oversight Commission Christy Holste e
Parks and Recreation Commission Christy Holste e
Personnel Board None
Planning Commission Lisa Middleton
Public Arts Commission Robert Moon
Rent Review Commission None
Sustainability Commission Geoff Kors
Villa eFest Board None
PUBLIC COMMENT
Michael Ralke and Alfie Pettit, asserted that the Hard Rock Hotel terminated their drag show
based on discrimination.
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CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA
DEVELOPMENT
Councilmember Kors requested that consideration of prohibiting leaf blowers and other loud
equipment on Sundays be agendized for a future City Council meeting; requested that a discussion
be agendized regarding the voting requirements for the Administrative Appeals Board. At the
request of Councilmember Kors, Mayor Moon established a City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee
consisting of Councilmembers Kors and Middleton related to homelessness service providers
and funding.
In response to City Council inquiry, City Manager Ready advised that he will bring forward the
upcoming agenda items list at future City Council meetings.
Mayor Pro Tern Roberts provided an update regarding the Council Chamber remodel, noting that the
City Council will need to determine whether construction should occur prior to the August recess.
Councilmember Holstege requested that staff explore the possibility of establishing a donation in
lieu of panhandling program. At the request of Councilmember Holstege, Mayor Moon established
a City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee consisting of Councilmembers Holstege and Kors regarding
employment practices. During the course of discussion, it was agreed by Councilmembers
Holstege and Kors that the existing Standing and Ad Hoc Committees related to homelessness
should also discuss the opioid epidemic.
Mayor Moon requested that staff explore the feasibility of a phased project to install a separate
irrigation system for park trees.
ADJOURNMENT
At 11:50 p.m., the City Council adjourned to the next regular meeting Wednesday, February 21,
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.
Respectfully submitted,
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