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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
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MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2011
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Pro Tern Weigel led the Pledge.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember
Mills, Mayor Pro Tern Weigel, and Mayor Pougnet.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel provided an update on the recent tribute to Betty Ford, and
announced the City of Palm Springs Help for Homeless campaign.
Police Chief Franz announced the upcoming Mizell Senior Center bowling event with
the Palm Springs Police Department.
Councilmember Foat presented a check from the Friends of the Palm Springs Animal
Shelter, and announced the reduction in fees to adopt animals at the Palm Springs
Animal Shelter.
Mayor Pougnet announced WestJet expands flights from the Palm Springs International
Airport to Winnipeg.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m., and the following speaker addressed the
City Council on items contained on the posted Closed Session Agenda.
WILLIAM HOUCK Lamar Advertising, commented on the real property negotiations
with Lamar Advertising.
City Attorney Holland stated the City Council recessed into Closed Session to discuss
items on the posted Closed Session Agenda. No reportable actions were taken.
City Council Minutes
July 20, 2011
Page 2
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Mills noted his abstention on Item 2.C. Warrant No. 1049882, his
business related abstention on Consent Calendar Item 2.G., and requested Items 2.J.
and 2.0. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat and Mayor Pougnet requested Item 21. be removed from the
Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as amended. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded
by Councilmember Foat and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
I.A. REVOCATION HEARING FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 5.0749
FOR A COCKTAIL LOUNGE LOCATED 120 S. PALM CANYON DRIVE:
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated July 20, 2011.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
ANGELO SERIO, Applicant, stated he met with the police regarding the
security plan, and is working on accomplishing all of the requirements
contained in the Conditional Use Permit, and requested the City Council
approve the CUP.
SHAUNA HOLMES, commented on the events at Space 120 and stated
the altercations in the area are not necessarily as a result of Space 120.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Foat request the Police Chief address issues on the
proposed security plan, stated she would like more than one-member of
the management staff attend the ABC training, and requested staff
address the qualifications of the security staff.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the number of police calls
responding to incidents inside the location.
Councilmember Mills requested licensed security is included in the
approved security plan, and requested staff address the deletion of
Condition No. 2.
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July 20, 2011
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Mayor Pro Tern Weigel requested staff address on-site enforcement, and
requested the plan shall be implemented and maintained as part of the
CUP.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22993, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
MODIFYING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 5.0749 TO INCLUDE A
PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW, A SECURITY PLAN AND THE
ELIMINATION OF OUTDOOR SPEAKERS FOR THE COCKTAIL
LOUNGE LOCATED AT 120 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE," amending
Section 3.1 of the Resolution to read "implement and maintain" a security
plan, and 2) Direct staff to insure the requirements of ABC training, and
requirements of security staff are addressed in the security plan prior to
approval by staff. Motion Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
CAROLE SUKMAN, Palm Springs, commented on Item 4.A. and 4.B., and requested
enhancements to the tax measure and the project financing agreement.
KEITH MCCORMICK, Palm Springs, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.13. a
proposed tax increase and the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
JULIUS KAZEN, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.6. a proposed tax increase and
the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
HANNA SCHOLLA, Palm Springs, stated her support for Item 4.A. for a proposed sales
tax be added to the municipal election.
BRUCE TOMINELLO, commented on Item 4.B., the proposed redevelopment of the
Desert Fashion Plaza.
TIM ELLIS, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.6. a proposed tax increase and the
redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
JERRY KELLER, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.13. a proposed tax increase and
the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
BARBARA KELLER, stated her support for Item 4.A. and 4.13. a proposed tax increase
and the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
CHANTAL FRANCISCO, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.6. a proposed tax
increase and the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
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July 20, 2011
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DARRYL MACDONALD, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.B. a proposed tax
increase and the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
BOB HELBLING, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.6. a proposed tax increase and
the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza, and commented on a sunset clause.
JASON DIBLER, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.6. a proposed tax increase and
the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
AFTAB DADA, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.13. a proposed tax increase and
the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
DOUG JONES, Palm Springs, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.13. a proposed tax
increase and the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
STEVEN NASH, Palm Springs Art Museum, stated his support for Item 4.A. and 4.13. a
proposed tax increase and the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
MARNA VAN HORN, stated her support for Item 4.A. and 4.6. a proposed tax increase
and the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
TAMARA STEVENS, stated her support for Item 4.A. and 4.13. a proposed tax increase
and the redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
STEVE NICHOLS, stated his support for Item 4.B., the redevelopment of the Desert
Fashion Plaza.
JOY MEREDITH, commented on Item 5.13. Downtown Restrooms and stated her
support, commented on Item 4.B., and stated in her support of the revitalization of
Downtown.
RICK PANTELE, commented on the CAPS and medical cannabis permits.
EDDIE GHERA, commented on CAPS and medical cannabis permits.
PAUL LEWIN, commented on Item 4.A. and 4.13. a proposed tax increase and the
redevelopment of the Desert Fashion Plaza.
STEVE ROSENBERG, Palm Springs, commented on the future of Palm Springs, and
the redevelopment of Downtown Palm Springs.
SAM SPINELLO, stated his support for Item 4.B., the redevelopment of the Desert
Fashion Plaza.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS: None.
City Council Minutes
July 20, 2011
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CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: None.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
ACTION: Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.1., 2.K.,
2.M., 2.N., 2.P., 2.Q., and 2.R. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by
Councilmember Hutcheson 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 July 20, 2011, City
Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.13. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the City Council/Community Redevelopment Agency
Adjourned Meeting Minutes of July 7, 2011. Approved as part of the
Consent Calendar.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22994, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS
NUMBERED 1049767 THROUGH 1049906 IN THE AGGREGATE
AMOUNT OF $498,109.13, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 2) Adopt
Resolution No. 22995, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT
OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 6-25-11 BY
WARRANTS NUMBERED 416746 THROUGH 416783 TOTALING
$51,714.47, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1049907 THROUGH
1049930 TOTALING $124,978.14, FIVE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR
$49,123.21, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF $993,720.35,
IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,219,536.17, DRAWN ON BANK
OF AMERICA;" and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22996, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS
NUMBERED 1049931 THROUGH 1049985 IN THE AGGREGATE
AMOUNT OF $3,228,207.26, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA."
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar, noting the abstention of
Councilmember Mills on Warrant No. 1049882.
2.D. CONSIDER A REQUEST FROM PROPERTY OWNERS APPROVING
THE ABANDONMENT AND DISSOLUTION OF ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT NO. 166:
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22997, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
ABANDONING AND DISSOLVING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 155
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA." Approved as part of
the Consent Calendar.
City Council Minutes
July 20, 2011
Page 6
2.E. PURCHASE OF 17,876 GALLONS OF SEALANT CONCENTRATE
FROM GRANITE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF
$133,859.17:
ACTION: 1) Approve the purchase of 17,875 gallons of sealant
concentrate, as specified in Invitation for Bid No. 11-07, from Granite
Construction Company in the amount of $133,859.17; and 2) Authorize
the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Approved as part
of the Consent Calendar.
2.F. AGREEMENT WITH SPERRY VAN NESS FOR COMMERCIAL REAL
ESTATE BROKER SERVICES FOR AIRPORT PROPERTIES:
ACTION: 1) Approve an agreement with Sperry Van Ness for commercial
real estate broker services for airport properties; and 2) Authorize the City
Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6127. Approved as part
of the Consent Calendar.
2.G. APPROVAL OF TRACT MAP 31422 LOCATED AT 2620 ANZA TRAIL
AND 2641 MORONGO TRAIL:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22998, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING TRACT MAP 31422 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2630
ANZA TRAIL AND AT 2641 MORONGO TRAIL, IN SECTION 25,
TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST;" and 2) Authorize the City
Manager to execute all necessary documents. Approved as part of the
Consent Calendar, noting the business related abstention of
Councilmember Mills.
2.H. SUB-REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH CVAG FOR THE LOCAL
SHARE OF COSTS FOR THE INTERSTATE 10 INTERCHANGE
PROJECT AT RAMON ROAD/BOB HOPE DRIVE:
ACTION: 1) Approve a Sub-Reimbursement Agreement by and between
CVAG, County of Riverside, City of Palm Springs, City of Cathedral City,
City of Rancho Mirage, and City of Desert Hot Springs for the Interchange
Project at 1-10 and Ramon Road/Bob Hope Drive; and 2) Authorize the
City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6128. Approved as
part of the Consent Calendar.
2.1. AMENDMENT NO. 8 TO CVAG REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT NO.
A4317 FOR THE INDIAN CANYON DRIVE / INTERSTATE 10
INTERCHANGE PROJECT (CP 00-14):
ACTION: 1) Approve Amendment No. 8 to Agreement No. A4317 with
CVAG for the Indian Avenue (now Indian Canyon Drive) / Interstate-10
Interchange Project (CP 00-14); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents. A4317. Approved as part of the
Consent Calendar.
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July 20, 2011
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2.K. AMENDMENT NO. 11 TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED
WASTEWATER SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. A4123 WITH VEOLIA
WEST OPERATING SERVICES, INC. FOR THE OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE OF THE CITY'S SEWER SYSTEM:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22999, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12:" and 2) Approve Amendment
No. 11 to the Amended and Restated Wastewater Services Agreement
No. A4123 with Veolia West Operating Services, Inc. (formerly Veolia
Water North America-West, LLC); and 3) Authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents. A4123. Approved as part of the
Consent Calendar.
2.M. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE BELARDO ROAD BRIDGE AND
ROADWAY PROJECT, FEDERAL PROJECT NO. PLHL-5282 (020) (CP
87-49):
ACTION: 1) Approve an agreement with G & M Construction in the
amount of $2,221,366.06, for the Belardo Road Bridge and Roadway
Project, Federal Project No. PLHL-5282 (020) (CP 87-49); 2) Authorize
the City Manager to approve cumulative change orders of up to 10% of
the awarded construction contract amount, or $222,136.61; and 3)
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6129.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.N. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR
THE MONTH OF JUNE 2011:
ACTION: Receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and
Purchase Orders for the period of June 1 through June 30, 2011.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.P. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF JON CAFFERY FROM THE
PLANNING COMMISSION EFFECTIVE AUGUST 11, 2011:
ACTION: 1) Accept with regret the resignation of Jon Caffery from the
Planning Commission effective August 11, 2011; and 2) Direct the City
Clerk to post a Notice of Vacancy for the unexpired term ending June 30,
2012. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.Q. OUTFITTING OF PUBLIC SAFETY VEHICLES:
ACTION: Authorize the City Manager to award and execute all necessary
documents, including all purchase orders and associated contracts, in
accordance with the procurement bidding procedures, between July 21
and September 6, 2011, to allow the outfitting of the new police vehicles in
an amount not to exceed $90,000 to proceed without delay. Approved as
part of the Consent Calendar.
City Council Minutes
July 20, 2011
Page 8
2.R. LEASE-PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH TORO FINANCING FOR 33
PIECES OF MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT FOR SERVICE AT THE
TAHQUITZ CREEK LEGENDS AND RESORT GOLF COURSES:
ACTION: 1) Approve the Lease/Purchase Agreement with Toro Financing
for a period of 48 months in an amount of $6,837.38 per month for a total
of $328,194.13; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. A6130. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.J. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND
AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR TRACT NO. 13257 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
(PHASES 1 & 2) (CP 10-02):
Councilmember Mills requested staff address if the project may qualify for
funding from the Affordable Housing Fund.
ACTION: Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for Tract No.
13257 Sewer Improvements (Phases 1 and 2) (CP 10-02) and authorize the bid
process. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember
Hutcheson and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.L. CITYWIDE ENERGY MANAGEMENT PROJECT:
The City Council requested that Sustainability Commission be included in the
process.
ACTION: 1) Receive and file the Comprehensive Energy Analysis dated June
30, 2011, prepared by Chevron Energy Solutions Co.; and 2) Schedule a Study
Session for September 28, 2011, for a separate discussion with staff and CES to
review the list of ECMs proposed as part of the citywide energy management
project, and to determine the final scope of the energy management project
undertaken by the City. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Councilmember Hutcheson and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.0. AWARD OF IFB 11-08 FOR PALM TREE TRIMMING AT VARIOUS
LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS:
Councilmember Mills requested staff address City staff supervision of contractor.
ACTION: 1) Award a contract for Bid (IFB) 11-08, Palm Tree Trimming at various
locations in the City of Palm Springs to Padilla Tree Service based on unit prices
per tree for a projected cost of $62,051.00; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to
execute all necessary documents. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
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July 20, 2011
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3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. CONSIDER A MEASURE FOR SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS AT THE
NOVEMBER 8, 2011, GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION, REGARDING
A ONE PERCENT TRANSACTIONS, SALES, AND USE TAX:
City Manager Ready and City Clerk Thompson provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated July 20, 2011.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the bonding examples
as contained in the Finance Terms and Alternatives memorandum,
conservative nature of the proposed tax, staggering the issuance of the
bonds and other use of the proceeds.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the recent budgetary issues and the lack
of funding for capital projects, the condition of the Desert Fashion Plaza,
the State take away, commented on the ballot question, and stated his
support for a 1% tax.
Councilmember Foat commented on the history of the redevelopment
agency and funding of projects, the State proposal for the elimination of
Redevelopment funds, the City's severe budget cuts, and stated it could
not be placed on the tax on the ballot as a single use tax, the capital
improvements that can be accomplish with additional funding, and
requested a sunset clause be added to the measure.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel commented on the benefits of placing this tax on
the ballot, and stated the voters should have the opportunity to vote on the
measure and would suggest a sunset clause for the ballot measure.
Councilmember Mills commented on the benefits of an additional local tax
and the funding of capital improvement projects, recommends the creation
of a separate line item to track the local sales tax funding, stated the
community is in alignment for the renovation of the Downtown area,
commented on the lack of funding for capital improvement projects, and
noted projects that could be funded with additional funding.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the anticipated uses of the
proposed tax, recommended a 15 year sunset provision be added and a
separate line item be created, and recommended a citizens advisory
committee be created to report on the accomplishments.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel stated his support to include a sunset clause in the
proposed ordinance, and requested staff address leveraging the proceeds
received from the proposed tax.
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July 20, 2011
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Councilmember Foat commented on the staggering approach to the
issuance of the bonds.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on adding a sunset clause
to the ballot question and measure, or an alternative type of
reconsideration clause.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23000, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING
THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY A
MEASURE APPROVING AND IMPLEMENTING A ONE PERCENT (1%)
TRANSACTIONS, SALES, AND USE TAX, AT THE GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8,
2011, AS CALLED BY RESOLUTION NO. 22957;" and 2) Adopt
Resolution No. 23001, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SETTING PRIORITIES
FOR FILING WRITTEN ARGUMENTS AND PROVIDING FOR THE
FILING OF REBUTTAL ARGUMENTS REGARDING A CITY MEASURE
AT THE NOVEMBER 8, 2011, GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION, AND
DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL
ANALYSIS," amending the ballot question and measure to provide for a
twenty-five year sunset clause. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded
by Mayor Pougnet and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
The City Council recessed at 8:23 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 8:32 p.m.
4.13. APPROVE A PROJECT FINANCING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND PALM SPRINGS PROMENADE, LLC
FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 123 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July
20, 2011.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the proposed financing agreement deal
points.
Mayor Pro Tem Weigel requested staff address the purpose of the
redevelopment, and stated his support for the project financing
agreement.
Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the items and projects that
would be of significant importance to the City, residents, and tourism, and
commented on the phasing of the project.
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Councilmember Mills commented on the process to get to this agreement,
and noted a few items in the agreement that require additional fine tuning.
Councilmember Foat stated that City staff and Mr. Wessman has
responded to her items of concern, noted the City is well protected by the
agreement, and commented on the process of eminent domain.
ACTION: Continue the Item to September 7, 2010. Motion Mayor Pro
Tern Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously
carried on a roll call vote.
4.C. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY HEARING FOR A
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC
INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF THE
DESERT FASHION PLAZA AND THE TOWN AND COUNTRY CENTER:
City Attorney Holland requested the City Council continue the hearing to
September 7, 2011.
ACTION: 1) Continue the hearing to September 7, 2011, with no public
testimony at this time; and 2) Direct the Agency Secretary to post a Notice
of Continuance. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tom Weigel and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
S. NEW BUSINESS:
S.A. DESIGNATION OF A VOTING DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE FOR THE
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
SEPTEMBER 21-23, 2011:
ACTION: Appoint Councilmember Ginny Foat as the Voting Delegate for
the 2011 League of California Cities Annual Conference in San Francisco,
California, September 21-23, 2011. Motion Mayor Pro Tern Weigel,
seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on a roll
call vote.
S.B. DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT TEMPORARY
PUBLIC RESTROOM PROGRAM:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated July
20, 2011.
City Manager Ready noted some staff changes to the program, stated the
program is not limited to restaurants, and the program boundaries would
be limited to those of the Palm Springs Business Improvement District.
Councilmember Mills stated his support of the project, and recommended
a sliding scale in compensation for larger bathroom facilities.
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July 20, 2011
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Councilmember Foat recommended the City not require the log on the
restroom door, would support a sliding scale for larger facilities, additional
specifics in hours, and requested that hand sanitizer and hot water in the
restroom be required, along with an indemnification or insurance, and
recommend City staff review the public restroom sign design rather than a
window decal.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel stated his agreement for improved provisions for
signage, additional specificity for hours, and requested staff address the
costs to the City to build and maintain public restrooms.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 23002, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN TEMPORARY PUBLIC
RESTROOM PROGRAM GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION/
AGREEMENT," amending the program to modify the boundaries of the
program and not limiting the program to restaurants, 2) Direct staff to
consider and incorporate other changes as discussed by the City Council;
and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 23003-2, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12." Motion Councilmember
Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on
a roll call vote.
S.C. DISCUSS POTENTIAL CITY COUNCIL INITIATION OF A ZONE TEXT
AMENDMENT WITH REGARD TO CHANGEABLE COPY AND OTHER
SIGNS PURSUANT TO PALM SPRINGS ZONING CODE SECTION
94.07.01(A)(1)(b):
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information on the City Council initiation of a Zone Text Amendment.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the amendment address creative
ideas for signage of vacant spaces, for lease signs, and look at the banner
ordinance.
Councilmember Mills requested the amendment review menu boards with
electronic copy, and quality of signs for major complexes for lease.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the status of barber pole
revisions to the sign ordinance, requested staff address any substitute
process for electronic billboards, and requested the amendment address
digital signs generally.
ACTION: Initiate a Zone Text Amendment for changeable copy and other
signs pursuant to Palm Springs Zoning Code Section 94.07.01(A)(1)(b)
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and refer to the Planning Commission. By consensus of the City
Council.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS: None.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned in memory of Commissioner John Ege
and Human Resources Specialist Martin Munoz, at 9:51 p.m. to Wednesday,
September 7, 2011, 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
7T" DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2011.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
MES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK