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MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2012
PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the meeting to order at 6:18 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop 262, led the Pledge.
INVOCATION: Pastor David Sanger, Our Savior's Community Church, led the
Invocation.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember Lewin,
Councilmember Mills, Mayor Pro Tern Foat, and Mayor Pougnet.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The meeting was called to order at 4:30 p.m. and City Attorney Holland requested the
City Council consider adding one item to the Closed Session Agenda pursuant to Cal.
Gov. Code Section 54956.9(a) Existing Litigation.
City Attorney Holland stated a judgment was filed in the Pacific Hospitality Group v.
Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency litigation, after the posting of the
agenda and there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action on the Item.
ACTION: 1) Make the finding the Item came to the attention of the City after the posting
of the Agenda and there is an immediate need to hear and/or take action on the Item;
and 2) Add to the Closed Session Agenda, pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Section
54956.9(a), Existing Litigation titled Pacific Hospitality Group v. Palm Springs
Community Redevelopment Agency, Case. No. INC 1105547, Riverside Superior Court,
Indio Division. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin
and unanimously carried (4-0) noting the absence of Mayor Pougnet.
City Attorney Holland reported the City Council recessed into Closed Session to discuss
Items on the Closed Session Agenda. No reportable actions were taken.
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1. PUBLIC MEETING ON THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT:
A. CITY COUNCIL DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION SUBCOMMITTEE
REPORT:
City Council Subcommittee members Mayor Pougnet and Councilmember
Mills provided a verbal update on Downtown revitalization.
No action taken.
B. PRESENTATION FROM THE DEVELOPER AND ARCHITECT
RENDERING OF THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT FOR
THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 123 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE
AS A PART OF THE MUSEUM MARKET PLAZA SPECIFIC PLAN:
John Wessman, Developer, and Mark Phillips, Project Architect, provided
a video and slide presentation of the proposed development.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with
respect to the project: connectivity of music throughout the project,
connection to the existing Hyatt Hotel and making it part of the project, the
incorporation of the proposed Market Street, the elimination of curb and
gutters within the project, concerns about the height of the hotel, the large
"billboard" type signage as proposed on the hotel, openness of the project,
the abundant entertainment space, low heights along Palm Canyon, low
density of retail and density overall, view corridors, open gathering space
and green space, hotel to energize and attract retail, free Wi-Fi hot spot,
EV charging stations, the number of proposed restaurants, banner
marketing, removable shade structures, design of hotel, public access to
the pool and dining, iconic public art type element, the importance of the
Tahquitz Canyon and Belardo frontage and elements, the event space
availability for 10-years, proposed hotel financing does not cause delay to
the other aspects of the project and the construction of streets, hearing
from Palm Springs residents on the proposed hotel, additional details to
focus on Palm Canyon and Museum Drive, circulation throughout the
development and east-west and north-south connections, project will be
the core of Downtown Palm Springs, views generated from the hotel,
quality of architecture, the elements of the Specific Plan, and the
replacement of the proposed office building with the hotel.
No action taken.
C. PUBLIC COMMENT:
ANDREW STARKE, stated the Board of the Palm Springs Chamber of
Commerce has been in support of the revitalization of Downtown, and
noted the benefits to the business community in Palm Springs.
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MARK MARSHALL, commented on the quality of the hotel and the height,
and stated his concerns with Block C in the development.
PAUL KALMANEK, commented on the Palm Springs Celebrity Golf
Tournament, and the lack of City support toward the event.
AUDREY RUTTAN, provided suggestions for potential entertainment
within the Development.
TIM SIGLE, stated his support for the open space incorporated within the
proposed development, and stated his concerns with the type of retail and
continuing to draw a crowd.
WESLEY COLE, commented on the signage elements within the
development and the circulation on Palm Canyon, and stated his support
of the project.
STEVE ROSENBERG, commented on the community process to get the
City to this point, and stated his support of the project.
BOB THOMAS, stated his support for the project and stated the proposed
height is within reason.
WILLIAM HUTCHINSON, thanked the City Council for the revitalization of
the City.
JIM STUART, commented on the quality of the Developer and the
Architect, the proposed hotel and the attraction to the retail due to the
hotels, and spoke in support of the proposed height.
JACK NEWBY, stated his congratulations to the City Council and
Wessman Development for the project, commented on the quality of the
proposed hotel and the forward looking retail component.
JOY MEREDITH, commented on the support of the voters, the attraction
of locals and tourists to the development, the year round concepts of the
development, stated her support for the project, and commented on the
public input.
BOB HELBLING, commented on the quality of the project and the input
from the City Council, support for the set-back, placement and the height
of the proposed hotel, and the revitalization of the Downtown area.
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D. CITY COUNCIL DIRECTION ON THE DEVELOPER PRESENTATION
OF THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 123 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Mayor Pougnet noted the timeline for the submission of the application
pursuant to the Project Financing Agreement.
No action taken.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 8:46 p.m. to the next regular meeting
Wednesday, October 17, 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.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
17T" DAY OF OCTOBER, 2012.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
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MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2012
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the meeting to order at 6:08 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Palm Springs Air Force ROTC Junior Color Guard, led the
Pledge.
INVOCATION: Sharon Stroud, Inner Faith Spiritual Center, led the Invocation.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember Lewin,
Councilmember Mills, Mayor Pro Tern Foat, and Mayor Pougnet.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Pougnet and the City Council proclaimed September 16 through September 22,
2012, as Air Force Week in the City of Palm Springs, and recognized the Palm Springs
Air Force ROTC Junior Color Guard for their recent "Distinguished Unit with Merit'
award.
Police Chief Franz administered the Oath of Office to new Palm Springs Police Officers.
Mayor Pougnet introduced the new Assistant City Engineer.
Mayor Pougnet provided an update on the COD West Valley Campus.
Michele Mician announced the upcoming Palm Springs Sustainability Summit.
Mayor Pougnet announced the upcoming ribbon cutting of the Richard M. Milanovich
Memorial Bridge and dedication.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland stated the meeting was called
to order at 4:00 p.m., and the City Council recessed into Closed Session to discuss
items on the posted Closed Session Agenda.
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City Attorney Holland reported the City Council authorized settlement for two items:
Wind Energy Partnership v. NextEra Energy Resources, LLC et al. (Case
No. INC 1108424, Riverside Superior Court, Indio Division) and Manuel Becerra-Perez
Claim (City Claim No. 09-0214) and such settlements will be made public when fully
executed and on file with the City Clerk, otherwise no reportable actions were taken.
A6276. A6277.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pougnet requested Item 2.D. be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate discussion.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested Item 2.1. be removed from the Consent Calendar
for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.K. be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate vote.
Councilmember Lewin requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate discussion.
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as amended. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded
by Councilmember Hutcheson and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPROVE THE SALE OF THE CITY OWNED REAL PROPERTY, THE
FORMER ANIMAL SHELTER SITE LOCATED AT 4810 CAMINO
PAROCELA, (APN 690-101-032 AND 690-101-033) TO MICHAEL S.
HOFFMAN IN THE AMOUNT OF $140,000:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated
September 19, 2012.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
JOHN STILES, recommended the City Council approve the sale of the
property and stated the purchase price is above the appraised value.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
ACTION: 1) Approve an Agreement for the sale of certain City owned real
property located at 4810 Camino Parocela (APN 690-101-032 and 690-
101-033) to Michael S. Hoffman, as trustee of the Michael S. Hoffman
Living Trust, U/A dated August 4, 1994, in the amount of $140,000; and
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2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents related to the sale
of the real property. A6273. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Councilmember Hutcheson and unanimously carried on a roll call
vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
MATTHEW HERNANDEZ, commented on the recent closure of medical cannabis
operators in the City of Palm Springs.
JOY MEREDITH, commented on the possible elimination of the food court at
VillageFest, and stated no notice was provided to the Downtown businesses.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pro Tern Foat provided an update on the activities at Roy's Resource Center
serving the homeless in the Coachella Valley.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: None.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
ACTION: Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., and 21. Motion
Councilmember 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 September 19,
2012, City Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the City Council Minutes of September 5, 2012.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23229, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD
ENDED 8-18-12 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 417657 THROUGH
417696 TOTALING $54,420.59, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED
1058145 THROUGH 1058168 TOTALING $123,975.05, FIVE WIRE
TRANSFERS FOR $44,118.92, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH
DEBITS OF $1,026,275.53, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF
$1,248,790.09, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" and 2) Adopt
Resolution No. 23230, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT
OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1058169
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THROUGH 1058373 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2,699,989.20,
DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23231, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1058374 THROUGH 1058469
IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,675,563.31, DRAWN ON BANK
OF AMERICA. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.E. AMENDING PROVISIONS OF RESOLUTION 19967, ELIMINATING
PAYING AND REPORTING THE VALUE OF EMPLOYER PAID
MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS FOR NEW EMPLOYEES OF THE
SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL LOCAL 721 (GENERAL
UNIT), MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF PALM SPRINGS (MAPS),
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT, AND OPTIONAL MEMBERS (CITY
COUNCIL) IN THE MISCELLANEOUS GROUP FOR THE PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM:
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 23233, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYING AND REPORTING THE VALUE OF EMPLOYER
PAID MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES
RETIREMENT SYSTEM (PERS) AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO.
19967." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.F. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF MARC MODROW FROM THE
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
ACTION: 1) Accept with regret the resignation of Mark Modrow from the
Library Board of Trustees; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of
Vacancy. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.G. APPOINTMENT TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS BOARD FOR
THE UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2014:
ACTION: Appoint Stephanie Arrache to the Administrative Appeals Board
for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2014. Approved as part of the
Consent Calendar.
2.H. APPROVING A POLICY FOR THE USE OF CITY COUNCIL WADS:
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 23234, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
AN iPAD POLICY FOR MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL." Approved
as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.L. APPOINTMENTS TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FOR THE UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2013, AND JUNE 30,
2015:
ACTION: 1) Appoint Dave Darrin to the Parks and Recreation
Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2015; and 2) Appoint
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Scott Segal to the Parks and Recreation Commission for the unexpired
term ending June 30, 2013. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.D. APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE SERVICE
EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION LOCAL 721 REPRESENTING THE
GENERAL UNIT FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2012 TO JUNE 30, 2014:
Mayor Pougnet stated he will not support the approval of the contract, stated he
is not in support of the 3% raise until January 1, 2014, and commented on the
conduct of the labor representative for the General Unit.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23232, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE TO WAGES, HOURS, AND
OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EMPLOYEES IN
THE SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION LOCAL 721
REPRESENTING THE GENERAL UNIT, FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2012,
THROUGH JUNE 30, 2014, SUBJECT TO UNIT'S RATIFICATION AND
EXECUTING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING;" and 2) Authorize
the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding in a form
acceptable to the City Attorney. A5440. Motion Councilmember Mills,
seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and carried 4-1 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember Lewin,
Councilmember Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Foat,.
NOES: Mayor Pougnet.
2.1. APPROVING TWO AIR SERVICE INCENTIVE PROGRAMS FOR ALLEGIANT
AIRLINES IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000:
Councilmember Hutcheson requested clarification on the amount of the total
funding for the two programs.
ACTION: 1) Approve Air Service Incentive funding for two new nonstop flights
provided by Allegiant Airlines for the Eugene, Oregon Airport and the Oakland
International Airport in an amount not to exceed $50,000 for each route, and a
total amount not to exceed $100,000; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 23235, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-13 TO
PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE AIR INCENTIVE PROGRAM;" and 3) Authorize
the City Manager to execute all the necessary documents. A6274. A6275.
Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
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2.J. APPROVE THE 2012 CITY OF PALM SPRINGS EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
PLAN (EOP):
The City Council discussed the state of emergency preparedness of the City and
the community based organizations, and thanked the various Departments for
their support and participation in the development of the emergency plan.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 23236, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE
2012 EMERGENCY OPERATION PLAN FOR THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS."
Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.K. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1813, RELATING
TO DIRECTOR REFERRAL OF MINOR PERMITS TO THE PLANNING
COMMISSION (CASE 5.1273 ZTA):
ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1813, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTIONS 94.02.01D.3, 94.06.01.13.2 AND 94.04.00.E.2.a OF THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO DIRECTOR REFERRAL OF
MINOR PERMITS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION." Motion Mayor Pro Tern
Foat, seconded by Councilmember Lewin and carried 4-1 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember Lewin, Mayor Pro Tem
Foat, and Mayor Pougnet,.
NOES: Councilmember Mills.
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. DISCUSSION OF BIKE LANE INSTALLATION AND IMPROVEMENTS
RELATED TO THE NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION PLAN:
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated September 19, 2012.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested clarification of the current status of bike
lanes at the Belardo Bridge and Ramon Road, and requested staff study
bike lanes as part of the development of the Museum Market Plaza
projects.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the recommendations of the
City Engineer, and requested the City Council also support the addition of
a Class II Bike Lane north on Sunny Dunes to extend the existing Class I
Bike Lane in the area.
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Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested clarification on the bike lane on Sunrise
that ends at Vista Chino and requested the bike lane be included on the
map.
No action taken.
4.13. COACHELLA VALLEY iHUB AND CVEP UPDATE AND DISCUSSION
ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF PHASE TWO OF THE INCUBATOR:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated
September 19, 2012.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested clarification on the financial commitments
of other Coachella Valley cities for the Accelerator Park, requested if the
City of Palm Springs provides a majority of the funding the City should
be recognized as such, and requested iHub staff clarify the cost and
responsibility for improvements for individual entities entering the
Accelerator Park.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the goals of the City's
participation, and request iHub staff address the return on the City's
current investment and future targets and objectives.
Councilmember Lewin requested iHub staff clarify the location of the
proposed property, and commented on the weakness of opportunities in
the Coachella Valley for business development.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the requested funding, requested the City
Council allow the Mayor to discuss other cities funding and commitments
with other Mayors in the Coachella Valley to provide clarification of some
of the other cities intentions.
No action taken.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. ADOPTION OF THE GREEN FOR LIFE VOLUNTARY GREEN
BUILDING PROGRAM:
Michele Mician, Sustainability Manager, provided background information
as outlined in the staff report dated September 19, 2012.
Councilmember Lewin stated his support for the development of the
educational cards.
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Councilmember Mills requested clarification on the program from the City's
Architectural Advisory Committee.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 23237, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
THE GREEN FOR LIFE VOLUNTARY GREEN BUILDING PROGRAM."
Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Lewin
and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
5.13. APPOINT THE CITY COUNCIL'S REPRESENTATIVE TO THE
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY DIVISION OF
THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES:
ACTION: Table to the October 19, 2012, City Council Meeting. By
consensus of the City Council.
S.C. PRESENTATION OF THE BUXTON TOURISM DEMOGRAPHIC
STUDY:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated
September 19, 2012.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the usefulness of the
research for targeting where the City spends outreach and retention funds
for the future, and suggested the data be made widely available to the
businesses in the City.
Councilmember Mills requested clarification of the credit card data used,
commented on the detail of the study that supports the Museum Market
Plaza, and commented on the previous metrics of the prior Buxton Study.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the potential for marketing campaigns, and
commented on the dissemination and distribution of the data to further
development and business interest in the City.
No action taken.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Lewin commented on the current status of Andres Road as a one-way
street, and stated it would be a good time to look to at changes during the Downtown
development, and requested the extension of holiday lights on the North end of the City.
Councilmember Foat requested the City Manager review the VillageFest Board decision
to remove the Food Court.
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Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Manager expedite the holiday light
decision, and requested the Mayor provide an update on the Downtown development.
Councilmember Mills requested a review of the make-up of the VillageFest Board
perhaps to include a merchant.
Mayor Pougnet provided an update on the Downtown development project, and
commented on the recent discussion of wind power on Twitter.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat requested the City advertise the next meeting to discuss the
Downtown development, requested no public comment until after the presentation by
Wessman Development, and suggested an open house with the development on
display prior to the meeting.
City Manager Ready provided an update on the removal of dead palm trees.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 8:43 p.m. to Wednesday, October 3,
2012, at 6:00 p.m., Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 North Avenida Caballeros,
Palm Springs, preceded by Closed Session.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
17TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2012.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
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