HomeMy WebLinkAbout7/2/2014 - STAFF REPORTS - 2.B. CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
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MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 2014
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the meeting to order at 6:27 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: City Clerk Thompson led the Pledge.
INVOCATION: Pastor David Sanger, Our Saviors Community Church, led the
Invocation.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Lewin, Councilmember Mills,
Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson, and Mayor Pougnet
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Pougnet provided an update on the recent "Run for Ike' fundraising event, and
accepted a donation check for the Police Department K-9 Program.
Mayor Pougnet provided an update on the recent "Best of the Best" awards.
Councilmember Foat provided an update on the Palm Springs' "Don't Leave Pets in hot
Vehicles" campaign.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The meeting was called to order at 4:30 p.m., and the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to discuss items on the posted Closed Session Agenda. City Attorney Holland
reported the City Council provided direction to Staff, otherwise no reportable actions
were taken.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson requested Item 2.1-1. be removed from the Consent Calendar
for separate discussion.
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Councilmember Mills requested Items 2.C., 2.F., and 2.G. be removed from the
Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.C. be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate discussion.
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as amended. Motion Councilmember Lewin, seconded
by Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
I.A. EL PASEO HOLDINGS APPEALING THE HISTORIC SITE
PRESERVATION BOARD DECISION DENYING THE REQUEST FOR
AN AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING SIGN PROGRAM AT THE EL
PASEO BUILDING, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE, TO INCLUDE ONE
DOUBLE SIDED INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED BLADE SIGN
EQUALING 7.5 SQUARE FEET LOCATED AT 800 NORTH PALM
CANYON DRIVE, (CASE SP09-001AMND, HSPB-27):
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speaker
addressed the City Council.
JOHN CROSS, Representing Applicant, provided background information
on the proposed amendment to the sign program, and commented on the
process through the AAC and the HSPB.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the blade sign and other
signs as originally approved, requested the Applicant address the content
on the sign, and commented on the original sign program and the building.
Councilmember Foat commented on the original approved blade sign,
stated the proposed location of the sign may change the look of the
building, and stated the sign will not be consistent with the building.
Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson requested Staff address the location of the
tenant for the proposed sign on the second level, stated he would prefer a
wall sign on the second level where the tenant resides, requested Staff
address other permitted blade signs.
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Councilmember Lewin stated the original building had a blade sign,
commented on the building restoration, and stated the property owner
would complete an appropriate sign.
Mayor Pougnet stated his support for the HSPB decision, commented on
the restoration of the building, and requested the City Attorney address
the options available to the City Council.
Councilmember Mills recommended the City Council consider a customer
convenience type wall sign, and allocate one wall for the tenants.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23571, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
UPHOLDING THE DECISION OF THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION
BOARD DENYING THE REQUEST TO AMEND THE SIGN PROGRAM
AT THE EL PASEO BUILDING, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE, LOCATED
AT 800 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-1 (CASE SP09-
001AMND, HSPB-27);" and 2) Direct Staff to prepare a resolution to
approve an amendment to the sign program allowing a first floor wall sign
at no more than 5.8 square feet. Motion Councilmember Foat,
seconded by Mayor Pougnet and unanimously carried on a roll call
vote.
1.B. APPROVING AND FILING OF NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIENS FOR
EIGHT (8) PUBLIC NUISANCES LOCATED AT 345 WEST PALM VISTA
DRIVE, 2185 NORTH JUNIPERO AVENUE, 303 SEPULVEDA ROAD,
321 BON AIR DRIVE, 941 EAST ANZA DRIVE, 394 WEST ROSA
PARKS ROAD, 414 SOUTH MONTE VISTA DRIVE, AND 527 WEST
TRAMVIEW ROAD:
Jim Zicaro, Director of Building and Code Enforcement, provided
background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated
June 18, 2014.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and no speakers coming
forward the public hearing was closed.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23572, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING
FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 345
WEST PALM VISTA DRIVE;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23573, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF
PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE
ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 2185 NORTH JUNIPERO AVENUE;"
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3) Adopt Resolution No. 23574, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING
FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 303
SEPULVEDA ROAD;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23575, "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND
ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN
LOCATED AT 321 BON AIR DRIVE;" 5) Adopt Resolution No. 23576, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF
PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE
ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 941 EAST ANZA DRIVE;" 6) Adopt
Resolution No. 23577, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE
REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC
NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 394 WEST ROSA PARKS
ROAD;" 7) Adopt Resolution No. 23578, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING
FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 414
SOUTH MONTE VISTA DRIVE;" and 8) Adopt Resolution No. 23579, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF
PROCEEDINGS AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE PUBLIC NUISANCE
ABATEMENT LIEN LOCATED AT 527 WEST TRAMVIEW ROAD."
Motion Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember
Mills and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
I.C. APPROVAL OF THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
MASTER PLAN UPDATE AND MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION:
ACTION: 1) Receive the Palm Springs International Airport Master Plan
and associated environmental documents; 2) Continue the public hearing
to the regular City Council meeting of July 16, 2014, with no public
testimony at this time; and 3) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of
Continued Public Hearing pursuant to law. Motion Councilmember
Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried
on a roll call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
DAVID MLYNARSKI, commented on a proposed condo conversion project coming to
the City Council at an upcoming public hearing.
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DAVID MECKLEY, commented on an upcoming cell phone tower at the Vista del Monte
Elementary School.
CLAUDIO ZANET, commented on an upcoming cell phone tower at the Vista del Monte
Elementary School.
TIM SIGLE, Palm Springs, commented on the recent City of Palm Springs plastic bag
ordinance, thanked the Measure J street and parking lot improvements and the City
graffiti removal program via the GoRequest app.
PATTI PATANE, commented on the castle banner program, and requested the City
Council consider the Hero Banner Program.
LEE WILSON, JR., commented on the castle banner program, and requested the City
Council consider the Hero Banner Program.
DEBBY ALEXANDER, commented on the potential programs at the Plaza Theatre.
COOPER JOHNSON, commented on the Palm Springs Celebrity Golf Classic and
requested the City Council consider sponsorship of the event.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on Item 4.G., and thanked the City Council for
furthering solar alternatives in the City of Palm Springs.
JOY BROWN MEREDITH, stated her support for Item 5.6. and the proposed trolley in
the City of Palm Springs, and requested the City approve day-time hours.
NATE OTTO, commented on solar installation in the City, and stated the City should not
move too quickly on the proposals.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS: None.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: None.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
ACTION: Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.D., 2.E., 2.1., and 2.J. Motion Mayor Pro
Tem Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously
carried on a roll call vote.
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
ACTION: Receive and file Report on the Posting of the June 18, 2014,
City Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
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2.13. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the Special City Council Meeting Minutes of
June 3, 2014, and June 4, 2014. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.D. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR
THE MONTH OF MAY 2014:
ACTION: Receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and
Purchase Orders for the period of May 1 through May 31, 2014.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.E. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR UWARMED UNIFORM SECURITY
SERVICES FOR VARIOUS CITY FACILITIES AND LOCATIONS:
ACTION: 1) Approve an agreement for un-armed uniformed security
guard services at various City owned facilities and locations with Desert
Security Services for a three (3) year term with two 1 year renewal options
subject to a CPI increase, at the mutual consent of the city and contractor
in the estimated amount of $185,000 per year for specified locations, plus
hourly and daily rates for any additional locations or services that may be
required by the City during the term; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or
his designee to execute all necessary documents. A6557. Approved as
part of the Consent Calendar.
2.1. LOAN TO SUCCESSOR AGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,500,000 TO
PAY ENFORCEABLE OBLIGATIONS:
ACTION: [CITY COUNCIL] 1) Approve the Amended and Restated Loan
Agreement, with the Successor Agency in the amount of $1,500,000 for
the purpose of paying its Enforceable Obligations for the period January 1,
2014, to June 30, 2014; and [SUCCESSOR AGENCY] 2) Approve the
Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, with the City of Palm Springs in
the amount of $1,500,000 for the purpose of paying Enforceable
Obligations for the period January 1, 2014, to June 30, 2014. Approved
as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.J. APPROVAL TO PURCHASE A FIRING RANGE SIMULATOR FOR
POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING AND PUBLIC EDUCATIONAL
PURPOSES UTILIZING FUNDS DONATED BY THE AGUA CALIENTE
BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS:
ACTION: 1) Direct the Director of Finance/City Treasurer to fund the
Appropriation; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute any
necessary documents to effectuate the purchase. Approved as part of
the Consent Calendar.
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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.C. PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF VIDEO CAMERAS AT THE FIRE
STATIONS FROM SYSTEM INTEGRATION CORP. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $61,284.70:
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the location of the cameras, and
requested the installation be sensitive to the historic designation at the historic
fire station.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the quoted price and the
differences in budgeted v. actual costs, and requested the City Manager address
the process with the Measure J Commission.
ACTION: 1) Authorize the purchase and installation of video cameras to monitor
the exterior of City Fire Stations from System Integration Corp. in an amount not
to exceed $61,284.70; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor
Pougnet and carried 4-1 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Lewin, Councilmember Mills, Mayor Pro
Tern Hutcheson, and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: Councilmember Foat.
2.F. NOTICE OF INTENT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR
VARIOUS CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING AND PARKWAY MAINTENANCE
DISTRICTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15:
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the potential to change to energy
efficient lighting in the lighting districts.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23580, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, PRELIMINARILY
APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING
STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3 ("CROSSLEY TRACT");
AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED
THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23581, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC
HEARING ON STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 3
("CROSSLEY TRACT"); AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15:" 3) Adopt
Resolution No. 23582, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, PRELIMINARILY APPROVING AND
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ADOPTING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING PARKWAY
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A ("FAIRPORT DEVELOPMENT"); AND THE
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 23583, "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING ON
PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6A ("FAIRPORT DEVELOPMENT");
AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 5) Adopt Resolution No. 23584, "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
PRELIMINARILY APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT
REGARDING PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C ("PARK SONORA
TRACT"); AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS
RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 6) Adopt Resolution
No. 23585, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CONDUCT A
PUBLIC HEARING ON PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6C ("PARK
SONORA TRACT"); AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS
RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 7) Adopt Resolution No.
23586, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, PRELIMINARILY APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE
ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 7 ("SUNRISE NORTE TRACT"); AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;"
8) Adopt Resolution No. 23587, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION
TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING ON PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 7 ("SUNRISE NORTE TRACT"); AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 9) Adopt
Resolution No. 23588, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, PRELIMINARILY APPROVING AND
ADOPTING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING PARKWAY
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8 ("VINTAGE PALMS TRACT"); AND THE
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 10) Adopt Resolution No. 23589, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC
HEARING ON PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8 ("VINTAGE PALMS
TRACT"); AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED
THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 11) Adopt Resolution No. 23590, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, PRELIMINARILY APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE
ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 9 ("FLORA VISTA"); AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 12) Adopt
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Resolution No. 23591, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO
CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING ON PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 9 ("FLORA VISTA"); AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 13) Adopt
Resolution No. 23592, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, PRELIMINARILY APPROVING AND
ADOPTING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING PARKWAY
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1 AND ZONE 2, ("MOUNTAIN
GATE"); AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS
RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 14) Adopt Resolution No.
23593, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CONDUCT A
PUBLIC HEARING ON PARKWAY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 10, ZONE 1
AND ZONE 2, ("MOUNTAIN GATE"); AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" 15) Adopt
Resolution No. 23594, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, PRELIMINARILY APPROVING AND
ADOPTING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12 ("SMOKE TREE COMMONS"); AND THE
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15;" and 16) Adopt Resolution No. 23595, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC
HEARING ON LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 12 ("SMOKE
TREE COMMONS"); AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS
RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15." Motion Councilmember
Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat and unanimously carried on a roll
call vote.
2.G. APPROVAL OF FIVE (5) PROFESIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ON-
CALL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SERVICES:
Councilmember Mills requested Staff address the process and reasoning why the
City would not prepare the environmental studies, commented on scheduling,
stated the City Council should consider allowing the developer to use their own
consultant, and the responsibilities if challenged.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the different costs that may be the
responsibility of the developer, and how often we would go out to bid on the
contracts.
Councilmember Lewin stated this is a great concept and commented on the
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ACTION: 1) Approve an agreement with MSA Consulting Inc., for "on-call'
Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term,
subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of
the City; 2) Approve an agreement with Terra Nova Planning & Research Inc., for
"on-call' Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year
term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the
discretion of the City; 3) Approve an agreement with ESA Consulting, for "on-call'
Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term,
subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of
the City; 4) Approve an agreement with RFB Consulting, for "on-call'
Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term,
subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of
the City; and 5) Approve an agreement with BonTerra Psomas Inc., for `on-call'
Environmental Assessment (CEQA) services for an initial three (3) year term,
subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at the discretion of
the City. A6558. A6559. A6560. A6561. A6562. Motion Mayor Pro Tem
Hutcheson, seconded by Mayor Pougnet and unanimously carried on a roll
call vote.
2.H. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND
AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE FARRELL DRIVE RIGHT TURN LANE AT
VISTA CHINO (CP 09-11):
Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson requested Staff address the bike lane detail at the
interchange.
ACTION: Approve the Plans, Specifications, and Estimates for the Farrell Drive
Right Turn Lane at Vista Chino Project, and authorize staff to advertise and
solicit bids (CP 09-11). Motion Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson, seconded by
Councilmember Lewin and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
The City Council recessed at 7:59 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 8:03 p.m.
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING FORMER AGENCY TAX ALLOCATION
BONDS:
Suzanne Harrell, Financial Advisor, provided background information as
outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 23596, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING
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SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM
SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, CONFIRMING
THE ISSUANCE OF 2014 SUBORDINATE TAX ALLOCATION
REFUNDING BONDS PURSUANT TO INDENTURE OF TRUST,
APPROVING BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND PRELIMINARY
AND FINAL OFFICIAL STATEMENTS AND PROVIDING OTHER
MATTERS RELATING THERETO." Motion Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson,
seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on a roll
call vote.
4.B. APPROVAL OF REFINANCING OF CERTAIN OBLIGATIONS
RELATING TO THE CONVENTION CENTER:
Suzanne Harrell, Financial Advisor, provided background information as
outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.
ACTION: [City Council] Adopt Resolution No. 23597, "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY OF SUPPLEMENTAL LEASE AGREEMENT NO. 6,
SUPPLEMENTAL SITE LEASE NO. 4, SUPPLEMENTAL TRUST
AGREEMENT NO. 5, ESCROW AGREEMENT, BOND PURCHASE
AGREEMENT AND OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND APPROVING OTHER
MATTERS RELATING TO THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING
AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2014 SERIES A
(CONVENTION CENTER PROJECT) INCLUDING AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING A SUBSTITUTION WITH RESPECT TO THE SITE OF THE
CONVENTION CENTER." Motion Councilmember Lewin, seconded by
Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
ACTION: [Financing Authority] Adopt Resolution No. 040 "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS FINANCING
AUTHORITY AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ISSUANCE AND
SALE OF ITS LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, 2014 SERIES A
(CONVENTION CENTER PROJECT), APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF SUPPLEMENTAL LEASE
AGREEMENT NO. 6, SUPPLEMENTAL SITE LEASE NO. 4,
SUPPLEMENTAL TRUST AGREEMENT NO. 5, ESCROW
AGREEMENT, BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND OFFICIAL
STATEMENT AND APPROVING OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO
SUCH BONDS." Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Councilmember Foat and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
4.C. PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC FOR REVIEW OF BLOCK C
BUILDING ELEVATIONS OF THE DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, AS REQUIRED BY PROJECT CONDITION NO. 1 OF CITY
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COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 23269, LOCATED ON THE WESTERLY
FRONTAGE OF NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE AND SOUTH OF
"NEW MAIN STREET" (CASE 3.3607 MAJ):
Margo Wheeler, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the process before the
Planning Commission.
Councilmember Mills commented on the development of the project.
Councilmember Lewin commented on the Design Guidelines, and stated
his concerns with respect to shade structures and shelter from the sun.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson requested Staff address the connection
between the hotel and the promenade, commented on his concerns about
colors and the box shape, and the elimination of the roof deck.
Councilmember Mills commented on shade and the development of
landscaping plan.
Mayor Pougnet noted the positive comments by the Planning
Commission, and the reduction in density and other enhancements.
ACTION: Determine that Condition of Approval No. 1 of City Council
Resolution No. 23269 has been fulfilled, subject to restudy of the colors
and materials. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tern Hutcheson and carried 4-1 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Mayor Pro Tern
Hutcheson, and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: Councilmember Lewin.
4.D. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY MEDIAN SUNRISE WAY TO EL CIELO
ROAD CONCEPTUAL PLANS:
City Manager Ready and David Barakian, City Engineer, provided
background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18,
2014.
Mayor Pougnet requested Staff address the color differences between the
original conceptual plans and the as built.
Councilmember Lewin noted his concerns between the conceptual plans,
and stated the median should be more lush.
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Councilmember Mills commented on size of the plant material, and the
material of the walls.
Councilmember Foat commented on the use of cactus and the lack of
trees from the rendering.
Mayor Pro Tem Hutcheson commented on the concrete form, the lack of
lushness, and the plant pallet in the neighborhood zone.
Councilmember Lewin noted the disparity between the concept and the as
built.
Councilmember Foat requested expanded conceptual plans.
ACTION: Direct the City Council Subcommittee to meet with the
landscape architect, and provide additional renderings to the City Council.
By unanimous consent of the City Council.
4.E. SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT AB 1318
MITIGATION FEES FUND-SENTINEL POWER PLANT:
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as
outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.
Councilmember Lewin requested the City Council consider covered
parking at the Desert Highland Unity Center, and requested the proposal
include two apprentices to continue to train at the location.
Councilmember Mills commented on the desired design of the carport,
and stated the City Council should consider additional time to review some
design issues that should be included in the RFP.
Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson stated his support to work toward covered
parking at Desert Highland Unit Center.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address if NAM or some other
designer would write the RFP for the design.
ACTION: Defer action and refer to the City Council Solar Subcommittee.
By unanimous consent of the City Council.
4.F. FISCAL YEAR 2014-15 BUDGET DISCUSSION ON SUNDAY LIBRARY
SERVICE, EXTENDED SWIM CENTER HOURS, AND IHUB FUNDING:
Mayor Pougnet provided background information as outlined in the Staff
Report dated June 18, 2014, and requested the City Council fund the iHub
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at $65,000 until futher information is received by Desert Hot Springs and
Cathedral City.
ACTION: 1) Direct Staff to fund the iHub in the amount of $65,000 for
Fiscal Year 2014-15; 2) Table discussion on the Library Hours and the
Swim Center hours. Motion Mayor Pougnet, seconded by
Councilmember Lewin and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
4.G. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A6401 WITH
NEWCOMBIANDERSONIMCCORMICK ENERGY ENGINEERING AND
CONSULTING (NAM) FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN RFP FOR
SOLAR PV PROJECT(S):
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: the City
Council Subcommittee working with NAM on the aesthetics to include in
the RFP.
ACTION: 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6401 with
Newcomb jAndersonIMcCormick Energy Engineering and Consulting, for
Phase 1 development of a Solar RFP and associated services in the
amount of $85,000, pursuant to Palm Springs Municipal Code Section
7.04.030; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary
documents. A6401. Motion Councilmember Lewin, seconded by
Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson and unanimously carried on a roll call
vote.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
S.A. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FRANCHISE AGREEMENT NO. A6378 WITH
PALM SPRINGS DISPOSAL SERVICES (PSDS) TO IDENTIFY
OPTIONAL SERVICES AND COSTS NOT INITIALLY INCLUDED IN
THE RATE SCHEDULE:
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the
Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.
ACTION: 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A6378 with
Palm Springs Disposal Services adding optional services not initially
included in the Rate Schedule (Exhibit K); and 2) Authorize the City
Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6378. Motion
Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Lewin and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
S.B. PROPOSED CONTRACT WITH MV TRANSPORTATION, INC. TO
PROVIDE TROLLEY OPERATOR SERVICES AND THE LEASE OF
FIVE (5) COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) POWERED VEHICLES
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FOR THE TERM OF ONE (1) YEAR TO UNDERTAKE A PILOT
TROLLEY PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $918,874:
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the
Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with
respect to the proposed trolley system: potential revenue that could be
generated by advertising, hours of operation, the importance of statistical
tracking during the pilot program, the type of bus, the benefits of linking
Uptown and Downtown, the type of ridership, future financial participation
by the hotels, the details still to be determined such as uniforms, security,
hours of operation, the alternative route during VillageFest, the importance
of consistent hours, and requiring covered or inside storage of the
vehicles.
ACTION: 1) Approve a Contractual Services Agreement for Trolley
Services Operator Pilot Program with MV Transportation, Inc. in the
amount of $918,874 for the first year of service; and 2) Authorize the City
Manager or his designee to execute all necessary documents. A6564.
Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
S.C. APPOINT TWO MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO THE AD HOC
CITY COUNCIL HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION CODE REVIEW
SUBCOMMITTEE:
ACTION: Appoint Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills to the
ad hoc City Council Historic Site Preservation Code Review
Subcommittee. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Councilmember Lewin and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
5.D. ADOPTION OF MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT HEADWORKS AND CLARIFIER
UPGRADE PROJECT (COMPRISED OF CP 13-19, 13-21, 13-22, 13-23,
AND 13-24):
Dave Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as
outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 23598, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
AND ORDERING THE FILING OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
HEADWORKS AND CLARIFIER UPGRADE PROJECT (COMPRISED OF
CP 13-19, 13-21, 13-22, 13-23, AND 13-24)." Motion Councilmember
Lewin, seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried
on a roll call vote.
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S.E. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 2014 PAVEMENT OVERLAY AND
RECONSTRUCTION (CP 14-04):
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the
Staff Report dated June 18, 2014.
Councilmember Lewin requested Staff address the timing for the City
Council to approve the proposed $7 million future paving enhancements.
Councilmember Foat commented on the process and requested City Staff
meet with SCE, DWA, Verizon and other public utilities, to determine if
they have planned construction on any of the proposed streets for
repaving.
ACTION: 1) Approve an agreement with Matich Corporation for the 2014
Pavement Overlay and Reconstruction Project in the amount of
$2,714,074 (CP 14-04); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. A6565. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded
by Councilmember Lewin and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
S.F. AIRPORT USE AND LEASE AGREEMENT FOR SIGNATORY
AIRLINES SERVICING PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
City Manager Ready and Tom Nolan, Director of Aviation, provided
background information as outlined in the Staff Report dated June 18,
2014.
Councilmember Lewin commented on Airport operations.
Councilmember Foat requested Staff address the landscaping at the
Airport, and any requirements to develop and require quality standards for
aircraft.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 23599, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING A FIVE YEAR AIRPORT USE AND LEASE AGREEMENT,
STANDARD FORM FOR USE WITH ALL AIRLINES SEEKING
SIGNATORY STATUS AT PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE AND
EXECUTE ALL SUCH AGREEMENTS SUBMITTED BY AIRLINES
DURING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT." Motion Mayor Pro Tern
Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Lewin and unanimously
carried on a roll call vote.
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COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet requested City Staff look at the potential of installing a sidewalk near the
Palm Tee and the Sagebrush Apartments during the current remodel.
The City Council recessed into Closed Session at 9:52 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 10:15 p.m.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
City Attorney Holland stated the City Council recessed into Closed Session to continue
discussion on the posted Closed Session Agenda, and reported the City Council
provided direction to Staff, otherwise no reportable actions were taken.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 10:16 p.m. to a Joint Meeting with the
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Council, Thursday, June 19, 2014, at
6:00 P.M., Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs.
The next regular City Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2014.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
2No DAY OF JULY, 2014.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
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WITH THE AGUA CALIENTE TRIBAL COUNCIL
THURSDAY, JUNE 19, 2014
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite E-F-G
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet and Chairman Grubbe called the meeting to order
at 6:03 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilmember Foat led the Pledge.
CITY COUNCIL ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Lewin, Councilmember Mills,
Mayor Pro Tern Hutcheson, and Mayor Pougnet.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson.
TRIBAL COUNCIL ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Jeff L. Grubbe, Chairman, Larry N. Olinger, Vice Chairman, Vincent
Gonzales III, Secretary/Treasurer, Reid Milanovich, Member.
ABSENT: Anthony Andreas, III, Member.
ALSO PRESENT: Tom Davis, Tribal Council Chief Planning Officer, Margaret Park,
Director of Planning and Natural Resources, Alva Johnson, Director
of Government Affairs, Todd Hooks, Economic Development
Director, Kate Anderson, Director of Public Affairs, and
Laura Fregozo, Executive Assistant to the Tribal Council.
INTRODUCTIONS:
The Members of the City Council and Tribal Council introduced themselves, along with
the City Staff and Tribal Staff.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
JOHN TYMON, commented on Rent Control in the City of Palm Springs.
BRETT KLEIN, commented on the City of Palm Springs Non-Motorized Transportation
Plan and the Section 14 Complete Streets Program.
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1. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
I.A. TRIBE "COMPLETE STREETS" AND CITY "NON-MOTORIZED
TRANSPORTATION PLAN' UPDATE:
Margaret Park, Director of Planning, and Michele Mician, Sustainability
Manager, provided background information on the "Complete Streets" and
the "Non-Motorized Transportation Plan."
Discussion was held regarding health and wellness benefits, and the
economic development benefits related to non-motorized transportation.
No action taken.
1.B. SPA HOTEL TRIBE UPDATE:
Tom Davis, Chief Planning and Development Officer, provided
background information on the Spa Hotel project.
Discussion was held regarding a plan for the closure of the gym and spa,
proposed timeline consisting of a 15 to 18 month process to be
determined after closure, and the preservation of certain features of the
structure.
No action taken.
1.C. DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT CITY UPDATE:
Mayor Pougnet provided background information on the Downtown
Revitalization Project.
No action taken.
I.D. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY MEDIAN PROJECT UPDATE:
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information on the
Tahquitz Canyon Way Median Project.
Discussion was held regarding collaboration for minor improvements to
the median completed in Section 14, the time for completion, and the
details to be determined during the conceptual plan process.
No action taken.
1.E. SECTION 14 STREET IMPROVEMENTS:
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information on the
Section 14 Street Improvements.
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Discussion was held regarding timeline for the future road overlay
rehabilitation.
No action taken.
1.F. MEASURE J PROJECTS UPDATE:
City Manager Ready provided background information on the status of
Measure J funded projects.
Discussion was held regarding the proposed veterans memorial, the
timing for the large amount of the proposed street repairs, and the
approved pilot trolley program.
No action taken.
I.G. DISCUSSION ITEM EFFECTS OF THE UN-HOUSED POPULATION:
Captain Bryan Reyes, Palm Springs Police Department, provided
background information on the un-housed population in the City of Palm
Springs.
Discussion was held regarding City resources for social service programs.
No action taken.
I.H. LITIGATION UPDATE POSSESSORY INTEREST TAX AND WATER
RIGHTS:
Tom Davis, Chief Planning and Development Officer, provided
background information on the Tribal possessory interest and water rights
litigation.
Discussion was held regarding the Tribe working with the City toward
keeping the revenues local to the City, other Tribes that may be taking
these similar actions.
No action taken.
IDENTIFICATION OF FUTURE AGENDA/DISCUSSION ITEMS:
The City Council and Tribal Council requested an update on the CVLink, and for Items
1.B. and 1.C. and 1.D. and 1.E. to remain on the Agenda for the next meeting.
CITY COUNCILMEMBER AND TRIBAL COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS: None.
ADJOURNMENT: The Palm Springs City Council adjourned at 7:25 p.m. to a Special
Meeting, 9:30 a.m. on Friday, June 20, 2014, Large Conference Room, City Hall, 3200
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East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California. The next Regular Meeting will be
held on Wednesday, July 2, 2014, at 6:00 p.m.
ND APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
2 DAY OF JULY, 2014.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20, 2014
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the Special Meeting to order at
9:48 a.m.
2. PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
3. INTERVIEW AND APPOINT APPLICANTS TO THE MEASURE "J"
OVERSIGHT COMMISSION AS PART OF THE 2014 ANNUAL
RECRUITMENT:
The City Council interviewed candidates for the Measure "J" Oversight
Commission, and discussed the related terms, staggering of terms, number of
commissioners, and alternate commissioners.
ACTION: 1) Declare the two alternate commissioners as vacant; 2) Reappoint
Robert Moon, Leo Cohen, and Aftab Dada to the Measure "J" Oversight
Commission for the term ending June 30, 2017; and 3) Reappoint Kristin
Bloomer to the Measure "J° Oversight Commission for the term ending
June 30, 2016. Motion Mayor Pougnet, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Hutcheson and carried (4-1) on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Lewin, Mayor Pro Tern
Hutcheson and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: Councilmember Mills.
Councilmember Mills stated his no vote was not reflective of the Applicants, but
related to the motion for the alternate commissioners.
4. ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 10:48 a.m. to the next regular
meeting, Wednesday, July 2, 2014, 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.
ND APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
2 DAY OF JULY, 2014.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK 22