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DATE: November 19, 2014 UNFINISHED BUSINESS
SUBJECT: RECEIVE THE PROGRESS REPORT ON THE SPECIAL ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT FOCUS AREA INCENTIVE PROGRAM AND
AUTHORIZE THE EXTENSION OF THE FACADE IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM FOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OWNERS OR TENANTS
THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND APPROVE
$250,000 TO FUND THE PROGRAM.
FROM: David H. Ready, City Manager
BY: Community & Economic Development
SUMMARY
The Special Economic Development Focus Area Incentive Program was authorized in
July,2013 for businesses located along Palm Canyon Drive and Indian Canyon Drive
north of Yachevah and south of Ramon. Attached is a report on the status of the
program and description of the completed projects. The additional actions would extend
the Facade Improvement Program for commercial property owners and tenants located
throughout the City of Palm Springs, as well as modifications to the matching dollar
requirement for businesses located in the downtown construction zone area, and a
budget resolution approving the appropriation of$250,000 for the program.
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Approve the extension of the Facade Improvement Program for commercial
owners and tenants throughout the City of Palm Springs, and modify the
matching grant requirements for businesses located on the east side of North
Palm Canyon Drive, between Tahquitz Canyon Way and Amado Road.
2. Adopt Resolution No , "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR THE
2014-15 FISCAL YEAR TO PROVIDE $250,000 FOR THE FACADE
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM".
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the Budget
Resolution and the Facade Improvement Program.
ITEM NO. "�_
City Council Staff Report
(November 19, 2014) -- Page 2
(Facade Improvement Program)
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The Special Economic Development Focus Area Incentive Program (the "Program")
was established in July 2013, for businesses located along Palm Canyon Drive and
Indian Canyon Drive north of Tachevah and south of Ramon. The Program was
established for the purpose of stimulating private investment in specific areas of the
City.
The Program consists of several incentives to create an inducement to redevelop
vacant properties or spur stalled development projects. The program also reinstated the
Facade Improvement and Interior Remodel match grant programs, which had been
created in the 2008-2010 period. By March 2014 all funds had been encumbered or
otherwise committed. The attached report describes each of the programs, applicant
descriptions, and the status of ongoing projects.
The Business Retention Council Subcommittee (Foat/Hutcheson) met with staff on
September 30, 2014 to review the status and results of the Program. The Council
Subcommittee discussed the merits of the different elements of the Program and
recommended to staff to request the reinstatement of the Facade Improvement
Program only, and open the program to all commercial properties (owners/tenants)
throughout the City. The Subcommittee felt that the past success of the Facade
Program in downtown/uptown during the height of the recession was extremely helpful
to a wider range of businesses and enhanced the visual experience of the area for
visitors and residents. From 2008 to 2010 the Facade Improvement Program helped
122 businesses with exterior improvements
The Facade Improvement Program provides a dollar for dollar match grant up to $5,000
for exterior improvement such as paint, awnings, parking lot improvements and
landscaping. The basic criteria to qualify for the grant and the eligible uses for the funds
are included in the attached application form.
Staff also recommends a modification to the match requirements for businesses located
on the east side of North Palm Canyon Drive, between Tahquitz and Amado, who are
most impacted by the active construction work occurring in downtown. These
businesses have reported a decline in pedestrian traffic and business since the closure
of the sidewalk on the west side of the street and the loss of the parking there. A
modification to the Facade Program for this area is part of a larger outreach and
assistance program for that block. Businesses would be able to apply for the grant
without the dollar for dollar match requirement.
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City Council Staff Report
(November 19, 2014) -- Page 3
(Facade Improvement Program)
FISCAL IMPACT:
To date, the City has paid out $528,403.54 for completed projects in the Special
Economic Development Focus Area Incentive Program, with the remaining $460,000 still
to be reimbursed as projects are completed and invoices are submitted. Just the new
businesses alone, (those moving into spaces that were fully vacant) have accounted for
$2.5 million in private investment, and accounted for 160 new full and part time jobs. All
together, the Program has leveraged six dollars of private investment for each dollar of
public funds on completed projects.
The new expanded Facade Improvement Program could help 50 or more businesses,
depending on the size and scope of the individual projects. The $250,000 would be
appropriated from the City's Fund Balance, as the $1,000,000 for the larger Program
was last year.
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Jo Ray o d, Director Cathy Van H rn, Administrator
David H. Ready, City er
Attachments: Budget Resolution
Special Economic Development Focus Incentive Report
Facade Improve Program Application Guidelines
Facade Grant Sample Agreement
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET
FOR THE 2014-15 FISCAL YEAR.
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 23560 approving the budget forthe Fiscal Year 2014-15
was adopted on June 4, 2014; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager has recommended, and the City Council desires to
approve, certain amendments to said budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
DOES HEREBY RESOLVE that the Director of Finance is authorized to record inter-fund
cash transfers as required in accordance with this Resolution, and that Resolution No.
23560, adopting the Fiscal Year 2014-15 budget is hereby amended as follows:
SECTION 1. ADDITIONS
Fund Activity Account Amount
001 1400 59422 $250,000
General Fund Com & Economic Eco Dev
Development Incentive Focus
Purpose: Establish funding for
SECTION 2. SOURCE
Fund Activity Account Amount
001 29031 $250,000
General Fund Fund Balance
ADOPTED THIS DAY OF , 2014.
David H. Ready, City Manager
ATTEST:
James Thompson, City Clerk 0 4
Resolution No.
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CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS )
I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, hereby certify that
Resolution No. is a full, true and correct copy, and was duly adopted at a regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs on by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
James Thompson, City Clerk
City of Palm Springs, California
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SPECIAL FOCUS AREA INCENTIVE PROGRAM
During the past several years and since the dissolution of the former Redevelopment Agency by the
State in 2011, the City has created several incentive programs that have benefited downtown and
uptown businesses. The Special Economic Development Focus Area Incentive Program was established
July 3, 2013 and has helped businesses along the Palm Canyon and Indian Canyon Drive corridor, north
of Tachevah and south of Ramon.
Council approved the program on July 3, 2013 and approved the $1,000,000 funding allocation on
September 4, 2013. The Program is a collection of several City incentives to create an inducement to
redevelop vacant properties or spur stalled development projects in the area. The four types of
investments that the City approved include: (a) assisting stalled vacant land projects; (b) renovating and
repositioning major vacancies as catalyst projects; (c) expanding the Hotel Incentive Program for small,
dilapidated hotels; and (d) extending the Facade and Interior remodel programs for the area. The
following report breaks down the progress in three of the four investment programs. (The Hotel
Incentive Program is described in a separate report).
PROGRAM SUMMARY
Facade Improvement Grant:
The Facade Improvement Grant is the smallest and simplest of the programs, with a matching grant up
to $5,000 for exterior improvements. Eligible uses of funds include: exterior sign repair or replacement;
awnings, canopies, or sunshades; painting or exterior surface treatment; asphalt repair, replacement or
paving not in public-right-of-way; repair or replacement of decorative or security fencing, plate glass
windows,and lighting; and installation or replacement of outdoor landscaping and fountains.
Total Projects Projects Total Project Total Grant Applicant
Applicants Completed Under Cost(Private) Requests(City) Investment
Construction Exterior Only
13 9 4 $173,671 $55,636 $118,035
Interior Remodel Grant:
The Interior Remodel Grant is designed to encourage the improvement and investment in
retail/restaurant properties that contribute sales tax generator and to the revitalization of the City. The
Program features a matching grant up to $25,000 to assist in the cost of interior improvement(s) made
by a property owner or tenant. Eligible uses include: interior painting or wall covering; window
treatments; floor covering, lighting systems, ceiling tiles, permanent display cases or fixtures, partition
walls; and interior electrical to dedicated space.
Total Projects Projects Total Project Total Grant Applicant
Applicants Completed Under Cost(Private) Requests (City) Investment
Construction Interior Only
9 4 5 $667,220 $222,027 $445,193
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Major Need-Based Catalyst Vacancy Incentive and Stalled Vacant Land Program:
This Program represents a significant commitment by the City to help mitigate larger, long-term
vacancies in the Incentive Program Areas in an effort to create a catalyst effect for additional
development in the areas. The Program consists of specific requirements based on square footage or
acreage of vacant land, approved renovation plans, Planned Development District and/or Tentative
Parcel Map, and pro forma analysis and review by the City. The threshold for investment in the project
to qualify for this assistance is $1,000,000, excluding the cost of purchasing the land or building, or
leasing the property. The Applicant must also show that the project a has feasibility "gap", or the
difference between the proposed investment necessary to make the project work and the amount of
the investment that could be reasonably supported by an equity investment at a standard rate on
investment. Additionally, the Applicant must demonstrate that there are extraordinary costs associated
with the development, such as complying with updated building and fire codes, ADA requirements,
including the discovery of previous "bootlegged" improvements.
The maximum dollars per building square footage committed by the City is $30 per square foot and
reserved for high potential dollars per square foot projects — meaning major restaurant or clubs to
produce significant revenue for the City through sales and property taxes and other revenue. The base
maximum of$10 per square foot is reserved for general retail. One criterion to distinguish the types of
spaces for one from another is whether Department of Health reviews are necessary, and whether there
was sewer connect fees charged to the project. The maximum City match grant is not to exceed
$250,000 per project.
Total Projects Projects Total Project Total Grant Applicant
Applicants Completed Under Cast(Private) Requests (City) Investment
Construction
4 2 2 $5,500,000.00 $710,740 $4,789,260
Note: The Total Project Costs (Private)for each program represents only the items and cost qualified
under the specific grant incentive. Actual costs are higher (in most cases), but is not counted if the item
did not qualify for the reimbursement.
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Major Projects Completed 2013-14
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Hacienda Cantina
1555 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Repurpose existing vacant 8,500 square foot former restaurant to include new restaurant and pool with
cabanas.
Scope of Work includes: Demo and rebuild site- curbs, gutters, landscaping, parking lot repair; relocate
trees; build new pool and deck, including fountains, palapa, cabanas and bathrooms; utility work- replace
new main SCE line; repair, upgrade and install interior and exterior plumbing including, gas, sewer and
water tie-ins; exterior and interior work includes, AV and sound systems, painting, drywall, tile flooring,
construct booths and banquettes; metal work, and install furniture, fixtures and equipment inside and
outside.
$1,500,000 investment$250,000 grant
Major Projects Completed 2013-14
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Appetito Palm Springs
1700 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Build out vacant 4,858 square feet commercial space for a California/Italian Deli.
Scope of Work includes: Framing& Drywall; doors and locks; glazing work inside and outdoor
patio seating areas; electrical for equipment, lighting, outlets; plumbing for sinks, restrooms,
equipment, floor drains, water heater; concrete saw cut and repair; kitchen hood system with
blower and duct; fire protection system; network, phone and sound system; walk in cooler and
beer cooler, wood work-counters, cabinets, display shelves; and indoor and outdoor furniture,
fixtures and equipment.
$1,000,000 investment; $145,740 grant
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Interior Remodel Completed Projects 2013-14
Go Deli Market
611 S Palm Canyon Drive
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Scope of Work: Gutting the old Revivals space
and build out new market and deli, including
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Total qualified project expenditure:
$172,638.48/Grant amount: $25,000.00
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Bernie's Lounge&Supper Club
292 E. Palm Canyon Drive
Scope of work: Remove wallpaper, refinish
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installed light fixtures, and booths.
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$60,338.28/Grant amount: $25,000.00
Miro's
1555 . Palm Canyon Drive
Scope of work: Refrigeration equipment,
painting throughout dining area and bar, new
lighting in bar and dining room, new ceiling
.' fans in bar and dining areas, new wine cellar
f &cooling, and new French doors leading to
new outside dining area.
Total qualified project expenditure:
$47,916.57/Grant amount: $23,958.28
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Interior Remodel Completed Projects 2013-14
The New York Restaurant Company
1260 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Scope of work: New carpet in main and lower
` dining areas, glass partition in bar area,
lighting fixtures,window treatment, paint all
interior space, drop drape between bar and
dining room acoustical ceiling,sound system,
z pin lights, restaurant and bar equipment,
upright freezer and kitchen grill.
Total qualified project expenditure:
=a — $44,054.74/Grant amount:$22,027.37
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INTERIOR REMODEL - COMPLETED PROJECTS
The New York Restaurant Company-1260 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Scope of work: New carpet in main and lower dining areas,glass partition in
bar area, lighting fixtures,window treatment, paint all interior space,drop
drape between bar and dining room acoustical ceiling,sound system, pin
lights, restaurant and bar equipment, upright freezer and kitchen grill.Total
qualified project expenditure: $44,054.74/Grant amount:$22,027.37
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in Ernest Coffee-1101 N. Palm Canyon Drive(140 Via Lola)
Scope of work: Combining and renovating two spaces for coffee shop and
Tiki Bar, including electrical, plumbing,structural additions, interior wall
finishes,flooring and ceiling improvements.Total qualified project
expenditure:$84,914.21/Grant amount:$25,000.00
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Go Deli Market-611 S. Palm Canyon Drive
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Scope of work:Gutting the old Revivals space and build out new market and
deli, including floor covering, electrical wiring, partitions,ceiling, permanent
displays,and painting all interior spaces. Total qualified project expenditure:
$172,638.48/Grant amount:$25,000.00
Bernie's Lounge&Supper Club-292 E. Palm Canyon Drive
Scope of work: Remove wallpaper, refinish walls, new ceiling tiles, new
carpet, new installed light fixtures, and booths. Total qualified project
expenditure: $60,338.28/Grant amount:$25,000.00
Facade Improvement Program 2013-14
Bernie's Lounge&Cupper Club
292 E. Palm Canyon Drive
T, Scope of Work: New signage, new awning and exterior paint
Total qualified project expenditure: $11,554.00/Grant amount:
$5,000.
Go Deli Market
611 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Y Scope of Work:
I Total qualified project expenditure:
Ernest Coffee
1101 N. Palm Canyon Drive
1 Scope of Work: New signage, exterior patio improvements
! Total qualified project expenditure: $13,143.42/Grant amount:
$5,000.00
Pete's Hideaway
665 S. Palm Canyon Drive
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Scope of Work: New Signage and paint decorative fencing
Total qualified project expenditure: $6,237.76/Grant amount:
$3,118.88
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Facade Improvement Program 2013-14
Office Building
1000 S Palm Canyon Drive
Scope of Work: Exterior re paint
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Total qualified project expenditure: $7,500.00/Grant amount:
$3,750.00
Mama Ola's Soul Food
898 Gateway Drive
Scope of Work: Exterior repaint, landscape clean up, tree
trimming, replace windows
Total qualified project expenditure: $11,387.00/Grant amount:
$5,000.00
Miro's
1555 S Palm Canyon Drive
Scope of Work: Exterior finish new French doors, landscaping
p , = improvements
Total qualified project expenditure:$11,036.44/Grant amount:
$5,000.00
The Shops at Thirteen Forty Five
1345 N Palm Canyon Drive
Scope of Work: Remove some grass and replace with desert
landscaping, new signage
Total qualified project expenditure: $12,777.59/Grant amount:
' $5,000.00
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Contribution by
Date Applicant Name Business Name Business Address Scope of Work Total Project Cost Applicant Gram Request Project Status Date dosed
1 10/23/2013 Janet Reid Office building 1000 S Palm Canyon Repaint exterior $7,500.00 $3,750.00 $3,750.00 Completed 11/25/2013
2 12/17/2013 Neil Castren The New York Company 1260 S Palm Canyon New signage and window shading $4,735.30 $2,367.65 $2,367.65 Completed 11127/82014
Restaurant
3 12/16/2013 Pete Fame Pete's Hideaway 665 S Palm Canyon Sign,painting,awning $6,237.76 $3,118.88 $3,118.88 Completed 1/8/2014
4 12/10/2013 Mirsad Terzic MBo's 15555 Palm Canyon Expanded outdoor dining area; $11,035.44 $6,036.44 $5,000.00 Completed 9/25/2014
landscaping;and glass work.
5 10/10/2013 lCosta Nichols Go Deli Market 611 S Palm Canyon Window replacement,painting,sign $6,849.28 $3,424.64 $3,424.641 Completed 5/14/2014
6 10/24/2013 Geoff Mcimosh Bernie's Lounge&Supper Club 292 E Palm Canyon Paint,awning,lighting $11,554.00 $6,554.00 $5,000.00 Completed 6/5/2014
7 1/2/2014 Reginald Hall Mama ola s Saul Food 898 Gateway Drive Paint,plaster,the and $11,387.00 $6,387.0D $5,000.00 Completed 6/12/2014
doors/windows
8 2/3/2014 Terra&Marco TBD-New Restaurant Concept S.Palm Canyon Drive Exterior repaint,new signage, $ID,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 9-17-14 Waiting to finalize
improve landscaping. lease,contractor review to
submit application and plans
to building and planning
9 3/11/2014 Jaime Kowal Ernest Coffee(Lola Coffee) 1105 N Palm Canyon Signage,exterior patio improvements$13,143.42 $8,143.42 $5,000.00 Completed 6/19/2014
10 4/3/2014 Stephen Wilson Thirteen Forty Five Palm Canyon 1345 N Palm Canyon Landscaping upgrades/exterior sign $12,777.59 $7,777.59 $5,000.00 Completed 10/23/2014
11 2/7/2014 Steve Huffman Deepwell Apartments 1680 E Palm Canyon Exterior paint,Signage and $50,000.00 $45,000.00 $5,000.00 10-23-14 Painting to start
landscaping Nov.4,done by end of
month.
12 4/15/2014 Raymond Baddour Baddour Trust of 1988 1401 N Palm Canyon 8200 Repaint exterior $5,950.00 $2,975.00 $2,975.00 10/23/14-Paitning to start
Nov.3,done by Nov 18.
13 4/20/2014 Stephen Wooster Drinks 2080 N Palm Canyon Signage,exterior lighting,doors& $22,500.00 $17,500,DD $5,000.00 10/23/14 Painting has
gates,repair,paint exterior started,expects to complete
by Nov 15.
SUBTOTAL OF FACADE GRANT REQUESTS $173,670.79 $118,034.62 $55,636.17
Contribution by
Date Applicant Name Business Name Business Address Scope of Work Total Project Cost Applicant Gram Request Project Status Date closed
1 10/23/ 0013 Geoff McIntosh Bernie's Lounge&Supper Club 292 E Palm Canyon Wallpaper,refinish walls,new ceiling $60,338.28 $35,338.28 $25,000.00 Completed 6/5/2014
tiles,new carpet
2 12/10/2013 Costa Nichols Go Deli Market 611 S Palm Canyon Plumbing,wiring,flooring,partitions $172,638.48 $147,638.48 $25,000.00 Completed 5/19/2014
3 12/10/2013 Mirsad Terzic Mim's 15555 Palm Canyon Painting,lighting,security cameras, $57,000.00 $32,000.W $25,000.00 10/23/14 nearly 95%
refrigeration,gas appliances completed,expects to finish
painting by mid-November.
4 12/30/2013 Neil Castren The New York Co Restaurant 1260 S Palm Canyon Kitchen equipment,carpet,patio $44,054.74 $22,027.37 $22,027.37 Completed 5/22/2014
resurfacing,furniture,lighting,
5 1/6/2014 Reginald Hall Mama Dia's Soul Food 4105an Rafael Paint,plaster,tile repairs,windows $51,480.00 $26,480.00 $25,000.00 10/27/14 Health Dept.
inspection on Thursday,gas
turned on Friday.Opening
the fallowing week
6 2/3/2014 Terra&Marco TBO-New Restaurant Concept S.Palm Canyon Drive Remodel interior,demo existing, $50,000.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 9-17-14 Waiting to finalize
replace floors,walls covering,paint, lease,contractor review to
lighting,electrical,kitchen submit application and plans
equipment, to building and planning
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7 2/25/2014 Daniel Doiran 78 Degrees at the D 2249 N Palm Canyon Drywall,painting,flooring,tile, $35,274.97 $60,274.97 $25,000.00 10/25/14-restaurant about
equipment 85%done. Waiting for bank
loan to finish project.
8 3/11/2014 Jaime Koval Ernest Coffee(Lola Coffee) 1101 N Palm Canyon Drywall,paint,flooring,ceilingtiles, $84,914.21 $59,914.21 $25,000.00 Completed 6/25/2014
electrical
9 5/14/2014 Steven Wooster Former Dinks Restaurant 2090 N Palm Canyon Replace/new flooring,new stages, S61,S19.50 $36,519.50 S25,000.00 10/23/14-nearly completed
lighting,painting,window with interior upgrades,
treatments,ceiling fans,screens and expect to be completed by
surround sound system December 1.Needs new
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SUBTOTAL OF REMODEL GRANT REQUESTS 1$667,220.18 $445,192.81 1 $222,027.37
Contribution by
_ Date Appllram Name Business Name Business Address Scope of Work Total Project Cost Applicant Gram Request Project Status Date closed
1 110/10/2013 Chris Pardo Arrive Restaurant Complex ''N.Palm Canyon 2 restaurant renovations and 1 new $2,000,DOO.00 $1,775,000,00 $225,000.00 4/2/14 Approved by Council
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2 11/21,/2013 Rich Meaney Hacienda Cantina 1555 S Palm Canyon Remodel Restaurant-new palapa bar$1,500,000.00 $1,250,000.00 $250,000.00 Closed 6/12/2014
and out door pool/bath house
3 12/1/2013 Lee Chandrasena Palm Springs Motor Sports 6650 Indian Canyon Remodel existing 9,OOD s/f for sales $1,000,000.00 $910,000.00 $90,000.00 9-10-145toreremodel
and improve site for 3 restaurant completed;waiting for
pads applicants financial
information.
4 1/17/2014 Patrick Service/John Appetito PS :I17005 Camino Real New Restaurant-Poll build out $1.000.000.00 $854.260.00 $145740.00 Closed 6/12/2014
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SUBTOTAL OF MAJOR NEEDS GRANT REQUESTS $5,500,000.00 $4,789,260.00 $710,740.00
CUMALAIIVE TOTAL FOR ALL GRANT PROGAMS $6,3W,890.97 $5,352,467.43 $MAM.54
A.I bis Gram Fund Balance $21,596.46
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Application
Application packet for the City of Palm Springs
Facade Improvement Program
Community & Economic Development ;
Department ,}
November 6, 2014
Contact Information:
Cathy Van Horn, Administrator
760-323-8175
Cathv.Van horn(cDpa Imsp ri ngsca.gov
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As part of its Special Economic Development Focus Area Incentive Program, the City of
Palm Springs has established a Facade Improvement Program designed to encourage
the improvement and investment in commercial properties that contribute to the
revitalization within the City of Palm Springs.
The Facade Improvement Program features a match grant up to $5,000 to assist in the
cost of exterior improvements made by a property owner or tenant.
Eligible uses for the grant funds:
• Exterior Signs (installation of new or repair or replacement of legally installed
and mounted signs; including neon or halo lit signs);
• Awnings, canopies, or sunshades (installation of new or repair or
replacement of fixed metal or fabric awnings), which could include
perpendicular wall-mounted castle banners (without signage);
• Painting or exterior surface treatment (stucco, tile, stone, or brick
replacement or repair);
• Asphalt paving, replacement or repair of tiles or decorative pavers (not in the
public right-of-way); sidewalk or courtyard repaving (not in the public right-of-
way);
• Repair or replacement of masonry walls or footings;
• Outdoor lighting (installation of new exterior lighting fixtures, repair or
replacement of existing exterior lighting fixtures);
• Installation, repair or replacement of decorative or security fencing;
• Replacement of plate glass windows; re-glazing of windows or change of
window mullions with the approval of architectural application by the City;
• Installation or replacement of outdoor landscaping and fountains.
Uses Not Eligible:
Funds may not be used for improvements that are not permanent or mounted or affixed
to the building or the sidewalk. Ineligible uses include but are not limited to:
• Vinyl letter signage (windows);
• Portable signs, such as sandwich board or A-frame signs; signs not mounted
or attached to storefronts;
• Flags or banners;
• Benches and trash receptacles;
• Tables, chairs, or umbrellas.
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Eligible Applicants:
Property owners or tenants located in leased or owned commercial properties
throughout the City of Palm Springs.
A business owner (tenant) that is not the property owner must show evidence of the right
to alter the property, or consent from the property owner.
Grant Amounts:
The maximum amount of the Facade Improvement grant is $5,000, on a dollar-for-dollar
matching basis. In order to qualify for the full $5,000 amount, the total verified project
cost must be in excess of$10.000.
Businesses located on the east side of north Palm Canyon Drive between Tahquitz
Canyon Way and Amado Road qualify for a non-dollar match grant up to $5,000.00
Please refer to Program Administrator to register for this provision.
Process:
Applications are available in the Department of Community & Economic Development
and on the City's website. The application will ask for a narrative description of the
project scope. The applicant will hire the contractor and is responsible for obtaining
design approvals.
The City will reimburse the applicant for work performed, based on submittal of evidence
of work performed and paid invoices. The business must be open for consumers and
free of building code violations or tax liens.
Contact Information:
Cathy Van Horn, Administrator
City of Palm Springs
Department of Community & Economic Development
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: 760-323-8175
Fax: 760-322-8325
Email: cathv.vanhorn(@yalmsprinosca.gov
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2743, Palm Springs, CA 92263
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APPLICATION FORM
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Business Name:
Business Address:
Applicant's Name:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Description of Requested Improvements:
Please note that the maximum matching
grant shall not exceed $5,000. The grant
increases on a dollar for dollar basis up to
the $5,000 cap. Example: if the applicant's
facade improvement cost is $10,000 the
City will pay the match grant of $5,000. If
the total improvement cost is $5,000 the
applicant pays $2,500 and the City will pay
Estimated Cost: a match grant of$2,500.
Is this your estimated cost, or have you
obtained a bid or estimate from an Amount applying for: $
architect or contractor?
self contractor architect
(Please provide a copy of estimate if
available)
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APPLICATION FORM
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PROPERTY INFORMATION
FOR OWNER OCCUPANTS FOR TENANT/LESSEES
I hereby certify that I am the owner of my I am a lessee/renter of the space for which
business property. The property is I am applying for a Fagade Improvement
vested (owned) under the following name: Grant. The owner of the property is:
Property Owner Legal Name:
Contact information for the property
Contact Information: owner:
Remaining years on lease term:
Assessors Parcel Number:
Assessors Parcel Number:
PROGRAM BOUNDARIES
Commercial Businesses located throughout the City of Palm Springs.
Downtown businesses located east on north Palm Canyon Drive, between Tahquitz Canyon
Way and Amado Road qualify for non-match grant provision. Contact program administrator
to register.
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0FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
All applicants must provide:
❑ Application (Completed and Signed by Applicant)
❑ If incorporated, evidence that applicant has authorization to apply for program
❑ Verification of Property Ownership, if owner (Title or Deed of Trust)
❑ Evidence of Tenant's Right to Make Improvements, if tenant or lessee (Signed)
❑ Description of Scope of Work
❑ Estimate or Bid, if available
❑ Copy of Valid Palm Springs Business License (Applicant)
❑ Copy of Valid Palm Springs Business License (Contractor hired to perform work)
No assistance may be provided for any contract awarded before the application is
approved.
Once the application is approved by the City, the applicant must provide the following:
❑ If applicable, evidence of required permit approvals from the City of Palm Springs
I hereby declare that the foregoing information is true and correct to the best of my
knowledge. I authorize the City of Palm Springs to verify the information to determine
my eligibility and to conduct an inspection of my property. I understand that as the
applicant I will hire the contractor and am responsible for obtaining design approvals. I
understand that the program provides that the City will reimburse the applicant for work
performed, based on submittal of evidence of work performed and paid, and that the City
will not pay contractors or vendors directly.
Applicant Signature Date
Mail or deliver completed application with copies of required documents to:
City of Palm Springs
Department of Community & Economic Development
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Fax 760-322-8325 or email to cathv.vanhorn aapalmsoringsca.gov
Mail to: P.O. Box 2743, Palm Springs, CA 92263
Any questions please call: 760-323-8175 or 760-323-8259
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PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
C441FOIL % FACADE IMPROVEMENT GRANT AGREEMENT
FACADE IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
THIS FACADE IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made and entered
into this _ day of , 20_ by and between the City of Palm Springs, Community
& Economic Development ("City"), and ("Owner").
Collectively the City and Owner are referred to as the Parties.
RECITALS
A. City has established an Exterior Property Owner/Tenant Improvement Grant
program for businesses in the City of Palm Springs.
B. Owner is the owner of a real property/business (circle one) located at
Palm Springs, ("Property"), otherwise known as
(building or business).
C. Grant Limitations. The City shall provide a Grant not to exceed $5,000 with a
match contribution from the applicant. The Grant shall be 50% of the amount of
the actual approved expenditure for the improvements described in Exhibit "D", up
to the $5,000 cap.
D. Owner has applied for a Grant in the amount of $ to make exterior
improvements to the Property as described in Exhibit "A: Confirmation Letter and
Exhibit "B," Scope of Work.
E. Owner has received all necessary approvals from the City's Planning, Building or
Engineering Departments, which are shown in Exhibit "C", Evidence of Approval.
The estimated cost of the work proposed is $ as shown in
Exhibit "D".
F. The City has reviewed the application, the evidence of financial participation by
Owner, the location of the Property, and the approvals, and has approved the
Grant Application.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and mutual agreements
contained herein, City agrees to grant to Owner the amount of $ and Owner
agrees to undertake the approved improvements, under the following terms and
conditions:
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AGREEMENT
1. Property OwnershiulRiaht to Undertake Work. Owner represents that it is the
Owner of the Property or holds Tenancy in the Property which entitles it to
undertake exterior physical improvements to the Property.
2. Schedule. The Parties agree that all exterior improvements shall be completed
within 90 days of the date of this Agreement.
3. Contractor. The Parties agree that Owner has sole responsibility for choosing
and hiring the contractor, which shall be shown in Exhibit "D", ContractorNendor
Agreements, and the acceptance of the material used and the work performed is
Owner's responsibility, and the City is not a party to any agreement with the
vendor or contractor and does not guarantee the quality of workmanship of the
property improvements, nor have any liability whatsoever therefor. At all times
hereunder, the Contractor shall have a valid City of Palm Springs Business
License.
4. Design Approval and Permits. The Parties agree that Owner has sole
responsibility for obtaining design approval and evidence of required permit
approvals from the City of Palm Springs as shown in Exhibit C, and ensuring the
compliance with those permits.
5. Grant Limitations. The maximum City matching grant shall not exceed
$5,000.00. The estimated cost of the work proposed is $ , as shown
in Exhibit "D".
6. Evidence of Completion and Open for Business. The Parties agree that the
City will release the Grant funds upon the completion of the work by the Owner or
his contractor. Evidence of completion shall include but is not limited to:
photographs of the finished work; a final inspection by a representative of the City
of Palm Springs; and, a copy of the final invoice for the work completed and proof
of payment to the contractor. The business must be open to consumers.
7. Release of Liens. The Parties Agree that the Owner is responsible for obtaining
the release of any Mechanics Liens or other liens placed upon Owner's property
by any contractor or subcontractor hired under this program.
8. Maintenance. Owner agrees and covenants that, after the City issues its
Certificate of Completion, Owner shall be responsible for maintenance of all
improvements that may exist at the Property from time to time, including without
limitation buildings, parking lots, lighting, signs, and walls in first-class condition
and repair, and shall keep the Property free from any accumulation of debris or
waste materials. Owner shall also maintain all landscaping required pursuant to
Property's approved landscaping plan, if any, in a healthy condition, including
replacement of any dead or diseased plants with plants of a maturity similar to
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those being replaced. Owner hereby waives any notice, public hearing, and other
requirements of the public nuisance laws and ordinances of the City that would
otherwise apply.
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
9. Covenant Against Discrimination. Owner covenants that, by and for itself, its
heirs, executors, assigns, and all persons claiming under or through them, that
there shall be no discrimination or segregation in the performance of or in
connection with this Agreement regarding any person or group of persons on
account of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, disability, sexual
orientation, national origin, or ancestry.
10. Notice. Any notice, demand, request, consent, approval, or communication either
party desires or is required to give to the other party or any other person shall be in
writing and either served personally or sent by pre-paid, first-class mail to the
address set forth below. Either party may change its address by notifying the
other party of the change of address in writing. Notice shall be deemed
communicated seventy-two (72) hours from the time of mailing if mailed as
provided in this Section.
To City: City of Palm Springs
City Manager/City Clerk
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, California 9226
To Owner:
11. Integrated Agreement. This Agreement contains all of the agreements of the
parties and cannot be amended or modified except by written agreement.
12. Amendment. This Agreement may be amended at any time by the mutual
consent of the parties by an instrument in writing.
13. Severability. In the event that any one or more of the phrases, sentences,
clauses, paragraphs, or sections contained in this Agreement shall be declared
invalid or unenforceable by valid judgment or decree of a court of competent
jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any of the remaining
phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections of this Agreement, which
shall be interpreted to carry out the intent of the parties hereunder.
14. Indemnification. Owner/Tenant shall indemnify and hold harmless, the City of
Palm Springs ("City"), the City Council, its officers, agents, employees and
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contractors free and harmless from any liability whatsoever based and asserted
upon any act or omission of the City for property damage, bodily injury, or death or
any other element of damage of any kind or nature, relating to or in any way
connected with participation in the Program.
15. Authority. The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties hereto
warrant that they are duly authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of said
parties and that by so executing this Agreement the parties hereto are formally
bound to the provisions of this Agreement. Owner certifies that the above
statements are true and accurate to the best of Owner's belief. Failure to meet any
of the terms of this Agreement shall result in the forfeiture of any Grant funds from
the City for this program.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the
dates stated below.
"City„
City of Palm Springs
Date: By:
Administrator, Community& Economic Development
Date: By:
Director, Community& Economic Development
Date: By:
David H. Ready, Esq., Ph.D.
Executive Director
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By:
Douglas C. Holland
City Attorney
"OWNER"
Date: By:
Date:
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EXHIBIT "A"
CONFIRMATION LETTER
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EXHIBIT "B"
SCOPE OF WORK
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"C„
EVIDENCE OF APPROVAL
(PLANNING, BUILDING, ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT)
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EXHIBIT "D"
CONTRACTORNENDOR AGREEMENT
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