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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2006
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Oden called the meeting to order at 6:08 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop 262 led the Pledge.
INVOCATION: Mayor Oden led the Invocation.
(ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember McCulloch, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tern Foat, and Mayor Oden.
,ABSENT: None.
,ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, and City Clerk
Thompson.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland reported that at 4:30 P.M.
Mayor Oden called the meeting to order and the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to discuss Items 3 and 4.13. on the posted Closed Session Agenda. No
reportable actions were taken.
PRESENTATIONS:
A. Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Mark Bellinger, Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism, introduced Enterprise Rent-a-Car and
the public/private partnership created when Enterprise provided the Bureau with a
vehicle for Tourism activities.
B. Multi Species Habitat Conservation Plan (CVAG).
John Wolmouth and Bill Havert, Coachella Valley Association of Government, Ed
Kibbey, BIA, introduced members of the Project Team and outlined the draft final plan of
the Multi Species Habitat Conservation Plan.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested clarification and commented on the Gene Autry Trail
Freeway projects and the potential build out of the Interstate Interchanges.
Councilmember Mills requested clarification from the City Engineer regarding Interstate
10 Interchanges, administration of the plan by the CVCC, the process/requirements of
projects being submitted to the CVCC staff, and the reasons for Palm Springs being
written out of the plan.
Councilmember Pougnet requested clarification regarding the Shadowrock project and
"incidental take," the status of the City Council Subcommittee and commented on the
Gene Autry and Indian Canyon road improvements.
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Councilmember McCulloch requested clarification on the proposed requirements
regarding a bridge if increasing the roadway at Gene Autry Trail, the portion of the City
of Palm Springs in the conservation area, and requested CVAG provide information
relative to Palm Springs and the other desert cities.
Mayor Oden commented on the role of the CVCC in the Palm Springs area and
requested clarification on the analysis and portability of "take," and other desert cities
participation.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested Public Hearing Item I .D. be continued for four-weeks
and directed staff to prepare other Resolutions of Intent.
ACTION: 1) Continue Public Hearing Item No. I .D. to March 1, 2006 and Direct the City
Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing; and 2) Direct staff to return to the
City Council on February 15, 2006 with a Resolution of Intent to underground Sunrise
Way (east of Palm Canyon to Sunny Dunes) and a Resolution of Intent to underground
Ramon Road. Motion Mayor Pro Tern Foat, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet
and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested Item 2.D. be modified to include the proposed letter be
sent to all appropriate legislators.
Councilmember McCulloch requested Item 2.D. be removed from the Consent Calendar
for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.H. be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate discussion, and noted his business related abstention on Consent Calendar
Item 2.K.
Councilmember Pougnet requested Item 2.1-1. be removed from the Consent Calendar
for separate discussion.
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as amended. Motion Councilmember Pougnet,
seconded by Councilmember McCulloch and unanimously carried on a roll call
vote.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
I .A. APPLICATION AND APPEAL BY SPRINT PCS FOR A CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE SIXTY-FIVE-FOOT
(65') TALL COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA DESIGNED
AS A MONOPALM POLE AND ONE EQUIPMENT CABINET SHELTER
WITHIN A 14-FOOT BY 25-FOOT LEASE AREA LOCATED AT 1800
SOUTH SUNRISE WAY, ZONE R-G-A-6, SECTION 25:
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated February 1, 2006.
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Councilmember Mills requested clarification of the proposed site.
MAUREEN MERCURY, spoke against the installation of the
communication antenna and outlined the health risks.
MICHAEL LAMBERT, Palm Springs, spoke against the installation of a
cellular antenna on the proposed site.
Councilmember Mills requested clarification regarding other applications
for the site.
Councilmember McCulloch requested clarification regarding the staff
recommendation to the Planning Commission, and requested clarification
from the City Attorney regarding the requirements of our current
ordinance.
Mayor Oden provided background with respect to other applications for
the site.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21498, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
UPHOLDING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND
DENYING CASE 5.0979 FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
ALLOW A COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNA AND
EQUIPMENT SHELTER AT 1800 SOUTH SUNRISE WAY, ZONE R-G-A-
6, SECTION 25." Motion Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by
Mayor Pro Tern Foat and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1.B. PROPOSED ORDINANCE ADDING CHAPTER 9.69 TO THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT
OF DRAINAGE, ROAD AND BRIDGE, AND FIRE PROTECTION
IMPACT FEES IN THE PALM CANYON AREA:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated
February 1, 2006.
ACTION: 1) Waive reading of the proposed ordinance and read by title
only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 1681, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING
CHAPTER 9.69 TO THE PALM SPRING MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING
TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF DRAINAGE, ROAD AND BRIDGE, AND
FIRE PROTECTION IMPACT FEES IN THE PALM CANYON AREA."
Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Foat and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1I.C. TTM 33035, APPLICATION BY MOUNTAIN MEADOWS ASSOCIATES,
FOR A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO CREATE A ONE LOT
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CONDOMINIUM MAP FOR THE CONVERSION OF 129 EXISTING
APARTMENT UNITS TO 129 CONDOMINIUM UNITS, LOCATED AT
2500 EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3, SECTION 24, APN 502-
310-054 AND 502-310-055:
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated February 1, 2006.
PAUL SELZER, representing applicant, provided background information
and statistical information as outlined in his letter to the City Council dated
January 28, 2006.
BRAD FORRESTER, San Diego, spoke in favor of the proposed
conversion and the tract map.
Councilmember Pougnet requested clarification from the City Attorney
regarding the 'legal demand."
Councilmember Mills thanked the applicant for the additional information
and commented on the statistical information in the Staff Report and
suggested approval but requiring the property be in compliance with
current plans and permits.
Councilmember McCulloch requested clarification if the Applicant
understands the suggested conditions of approval with respect to
returning the property to approved standards.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21499, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING CASE NO. TTM33035 AN APPLICATION BY MOUNTAIN
MEADOWS ASSOCIATES FOR A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO
CREATE A ONE LOT, CONDOMINIUM MAP FOR THE CONVERSION
OF 129 EXISTING APARTMENTS UNITS TO 129 CONDOMINIUMS
UNITS, LOCATED AT 2500 EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3,
SECTION 24, APN 502-310-054 AND 502-310-055" as amended by
adding a condition relating to compliance with current plans and
specifications and requiring the property to conform to approved
entitlements and permits and amending Condition No. 12 to read "The
applicant shall submit an application for Final Landscape Document
Package to the Director of Planning and Zoning for review and approval
prior to the issuance of a Final Map'; and 2) Order the filing of the Notice
of Exemption, pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
Section 15301 Existing Facilities, regarding the Class 1 Categorical
Exemption for this project. Motion Councilmember McCulloch,
seconded by Mayor Oden and unanimously carried on a roll call
vote.
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1.D. RULE 20A UNDERGROUNDING DISTRICT ALONG EAST PALM
CANYON DRIVE:
Continued to March 1, 2006 under Approval of the Agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
HAROLD STONE, Palm Springs, expressed concerns regarding the Helicopter Noise at
the Palm Springs International Airport and spoke against the proposed T-34 Fly-in.
VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, stated the Palm Springs Chino Canyon Coalition supports
the Hillside Development Ordinances and the CVCC Multi Species Conservation Plan.
The City Council recessed into Closed Session at 8:17 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 8:51 P.M.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland reported that the City Council
recessed into Closed Session to discuss Item 3.6. on the posted Closed Session
,Agenda. No reportable actions were taken.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS: None.
(CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: City Manager Ready reported on the progress on the
new screening lanes at the Palm Springs International Airport, and provided an update
on the newsrack, administrative citation process and vacant building ordinances.
:t. CONSENT CALENDAR:
ACTION: Approve Items 2.A, 2.13, 2.C, 2.E, 2.17, 2.G, 2.1, 2.J, 2.K and 21. Motion
Mayor Pro Tern Foat, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet and unanimously
carried on a roll call vote.
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
ACTION: Receive and File Report on the Posting of the February 1, 2006, City
Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
>.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the City Council Minutes of January 18, 2006, and January
25, 2006. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21500, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED
1010482 THROUGH 1010737 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF
$2,004,445.94 DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" and 2) Adopt Resolution No.
21501, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS
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FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 1-14-06 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 409836
THROUGH 409894 TOTALING $73,764.16, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED
1010738 THROUGH 1010766 TOTALING $126,280.22, THREE WIRE
TRANSFERS FOR $53,568.60, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF
$858,519.28 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,112,132.26 DRAWN ON
BANK OF AMERICA." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.E. PROPOSED LETTER OF INTEREST REGARDING TELECOMMUNICATIONS
REFORM:
ACTION: Authorize the Mayor to execute a letter of interest to Legislators and
Congressional Representatives on Telecommunications Reform. Approved as
part of the Consent Calendar.
2.F. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2005:
ACTION: Receive and File Treasurer's Investment Report as of December 31,
2005. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.G. APPROVAL OF EXTENSION FOR AUDIT SERVICES WITH MAYER
HOFFMAN MCCANN, PC, FORMERLY CONRAD & ASSOCIATES:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7804, Approving Amendment No. 3 to
Agreement No. 4361, an extension of the agreement for auditing services for one
year with Mayer Hoffman McCann PC, formerly Conrad & Associates in the
amount of $67,550 in a form acceptable to the City Attorney; and 2) Authorize
the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. A4361. Approved as
part of the Consent Calendar.
2.1. MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES OF
AMERICA, FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION FOR THE USE OF FOUR
AIRPORT PROPERTIES ON A NO COST BASIS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7806, Approving Memorandum of
Agreement with the United States of America, Federal Aviation Administration,
for the use of four airport properties on a no cost basis, effective February 1,
2006, and valid through September 30, 2026; and 2) Authorize the City Manager
to execute all necessary documents. A5225. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.J. APPROVING FISCAL YEAR 2005-06 ASSESSMENT OF SELF-INSURANCE
PLAN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA SELF INSURANCE PLANS:
ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7807, Approving Fiscal Year 2005-06
Department of Industrial Relations, Self-Insurance Plans License Fees and Trust
Funds to the State of California Self Insurance Plans in the amount of
$36,557.04. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
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2.K. APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP 33577 (FOR LEASEHOLD PURPOSES) AND A
SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH ALEJO CABALLEROS II,
LLC, FOR A ONE LOT TRACT MAP FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES
LOCATED AT 455 NORTH AVENIDA CABALLEROS, SECTION 14,
TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21503 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
FINAL MAP 33577 (FOR LEASEHOLD PURPOSES) FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 455 NORTH AVENIDA CABALLEROS, SECTION 14,
TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, AND APPROVING A SUBDIVISION
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH ALEJO CABALLEROS II, LLC, A
CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY;" and 2) Authorize the City
Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5226. Noting the business
related abstention of Councilmember Mills. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.L. APPROVE AN INCREASE IN THE PURCHASE ORDER ISSUED TO CARL
WARREN & COMPANY FOR THIRD PARTY CLAIMS ADMINISTRATION AND
ADJUSTMENT SERVICES:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7808, Approving an increase in the
purchase order issued to Carl Warren & Company for third party claims
administration in an amount not-to-exceed $45,000; and 2) Authorize the City
Manager to execute all necessary documents to effectuate this purchase.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS:
2.D. PROPOSED LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR SB153 THE CALIFORNIA CLEAN
WATER, SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, AND COASTAL PROTECTION
ACT OF 2006:
Councilmember Mills provided background information as outlined in the
materials distributed to the City Council.
Councilmember McCulloch requested clarification on the $40 million funding in
the proposed letter and the overall bond request as reported in SB153.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat commented on the state bond issue.
ACTION: Authorize the Mayor to execute a letter to California Senator Denise
Ducheny and other appropriate legislators in support of SB153. Motion
Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet and carried 4-
1 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Mills, Councilmember Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tem
Foat and Mayor Oden.
NOES: Councilmember McCulloch.
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2.H. AWARD CONTRACT FOR UNARMED SECURITY GUARD SERVICES:
Councilmember Mills requested clarification and commented on the estimated
hours of the library and the parking structure comparing year 1 and year 2, and
the use of funds for security cameras.
Councilmember Pougnet requested clarification on the placement of the security
guard and contract administration.
Councilmember McCulloch commented on taking items out of fund balance.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7805, Approving an agreement with
International Services, Incorporated for unarmed security guard services for a
three-year period in an amount not-to-exceed $329,050; 2) Adopt Resolution No.
21502, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2005-
06" as amended directing the City Manager to secure an appropriate source of
funds other than the Capital Improvement Fund for Security Cameras and
General Fund Balance; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
documents in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. A5224. Approved as part of
the Consent Calendar. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor
Pro Tern Foat and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. DISCUSSION OF MULTI SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN
(MSHCP):
City Manager Ready stated no action or discussion was required at this
time.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS: None.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff consider the order of agenda to move the
Acceptance of the Agenda prior to Presentations, requested a report on airplane and
helicopter noise at the Airport and requested the City Clerk provide clarification
regarding the initiative process.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested staff report to the City Council and respond to Mr. Stone
regarding airplane and helicopter noise, and commented on the recent Smart Growth
Conference in Denver, CO.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on a proposed Citizens Initiative regarding height
limitations in the Downtown area and the Downtown Design Guidelines.
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Councilmember Mills requested the Downtown Design Guidelines be placed on the
City's website, requested for a report on the Grease Trap ordinance, requested the City
Manager investigate a disconnect between Business License and Zoning, requested the
Planning Director investigate the transfer of sign permit approvals from staff to the
Planning Commission/Architectural approval.
Mayor Oden announced the formation of a Cable Needs Taskforce and encouraged
citizen participation, announced the activities and events attended by the Mayor's
Office; and requested City Council adjourn the meeting in memory of Coretta Scott
King.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned 9:39 P.M., in memory of Coretta Scott
King, to the Study Session Meeting, Wednesday, February 8, 2006, at 6:00 P.M.,
preceded by a Closed Session at 5:00 P.M., City Council Chamber, 3200 E. Tahquitz
Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
15TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2006.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2006
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Oden called the meeting to order at 6:10 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilmember McCulloch led the Pledge.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember McCulloch, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tern Foat, and Mayor Oden.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland and City Clerk
Thompson.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as Presented. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded
by Councilmember McCulloch and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Oden and the City Council presented a Certificate of Appreciation to City
Employee Dirk Voss, Community Preservation Coordinator, for his service to the City of
Palm Springs.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland reported that at 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Oden called the meeting to order and the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to discuss matters on the posted Closed Session Agenda. No reportable
actions were taken.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
HAROLD STONE, Palm Springs, commented on the Airport sound wall to be installed,
and airport noise from military and/or from other sources.
MICHAEL GRANT, Riverside, Century Vintage Homes, commented on Item 1.A.
regarding Hillside development; and requested Century Vintage Homes be included in
the process and further negotiations.
JEFFREY MORGAN, commented on Item 1.A. regarding Hillside Regulations in the
Chino Code area, and recommended one home per 40-acres.
CODY STOUGHTON, Palm Springs, read a letter from Peter Moruzzi, Palm Springs
Modern Committee regarding Item 1.A. Hillside development and in support of open
space conservation in planning area 5.A and 5.6.
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VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, commented on Item 1.A. regarding Hillside development
and spoke in support of the two ordinances recommended by the Citizens Task Force.
GREG DAY, Palm Springs, commented on Item 1.A. regarding Hillside regulations, and
in support of open space conservation.
SHERYL HAMLIN, commented on Item 1.A, regarding Hillside development and
planning areas 5.A. and 5.B.
LOBO commented on bicycle and pedestrian safety and the proposed relocation
of Vons Grocery Store.
GLADYS KRENEK, Palm Springs, commented on Item 1.A. regarding Hillside
development and stated her support for the ordinances as recommended by the
Citizens Task Force and proposed density transfer.
CHUCK NISBET, commented on Item 1.A. regarding Hillside development and
recommended the City Council consider the recommendations of the General Plan
Steering Committee.
DANA STEWART, Palm Springs, stated her support of the MSHCP and for ordinances
regarding density transfer as a protection of the Chino Canyon.
JOAN MARTIN, Palm Springs, commented on Item I.A. regarding Hillside development
and stated her support for protecting the Chino Canyon area and for the City to
purchase the land for open space.
JONO HILDNER, Palm Springs, commented on Item 1.A. regarding Hillside
development and requested a compromise approach regarding Measure B and the
current Urgency Ordinance and in support of the recommendation of the General Plan
Steering Committee.
JAMES HAYTON, Palm Springs, commented on Item I.A. regarding Hillside
development and in support of the proposed density transfer.
APRIL HILDNER, commented on Item 1.A. regarding Hillside development and stated
her support for one unit per 20-acres and open space acquisition.
FLORENCE KLAASEN, commented on traffic signals and requested the Engineering
Department review the timing of traffic signals for pedestrians.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, commented on the General Plan Steering Committee
and voting procedures with respect to the current Hillside development issue.
DAVE BARON, Palm Springs, commented on Item I.A. regarding Hillside development
and the past partnerships developed between the nature conservancy and developers.
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COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS: None.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: City Manager Ready commented on the progress on the
installation of the sound wall near the airport and airport noise.
1. STUDY SESSION:
1.A. DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION ON HILLSIDE REGULATIONS:
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated February 8, 2006.
Councilmember Pougnet requested clarification regarding the vote of the
General Plan Steering Committee.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested clarification and commented on the staff
report regarding commercial land use in Planning Area 5.A.,
recommended low density land use, preparation of specific plans, the
inclusion of design standards in the proposed ordinance, the amount of
tribal land v. sovereign land, division of land by topography, and property
acquisition information.
Councilmember McCulloch requested clarification and commented on the
timing of the urgency ordinance, outreach and/or comments received from
the Tribe, staff recommendation as it relates to the Multi-Species Habitat
Plan, density transfer near Ship Rock, density transfer as a concept and
past practice with a current project.
Councilmember Mills requested clarification and commented on the
coordination and input from the Tribe, costs for acquisition, developable
acres including tribal land and Shadowrock, development of Specific Plan
and the inclusion of development standards, definition of open space,
clustering concepts and areas for open space.
Councilmember Pougnet requested clarification and commented on
planning area boundaries, defining slope, density transfer and clustering
for additional open space.
Mayor Oden commented on Measures B and C and the process that got
us this far, the goal of compromise, timeline for adoption, definition of
habitat and open space, density transfer and other areas suitable for
density transfer,
Mayor Pro Tom Foat requested clarification on the preparation of an
Environmental Impact Report, and tribal land.
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Mayor Oden requested clarification from Councilmember Pougnet
regarding the preparation of two ordinances and the content included in
each.
Councilmember Mills commented on slope and density transfer and a
possible density bonus not be limited to the Chino Cone area.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat commented on acquisition cost and possible
assessment charges for a bond issue.
Councilmember McCulloch requested staff comment on the impacts to
Century Vintage Homes the use of averages when commenting on
density, the use of berms, timeline and density transfer.
The City Council reconvened at 8:42 P.M.
The City Council recessed at 8:31 P.M.
Councilmember Foat suggested that the City Council give staff direction to
develop an ordinance for base land use of the Citizens Task Force
Recommendation rate less 20%.
Councilmember Mills requested clarification on the Citizens Task Force
calculation for the number of dwelling units.
Councilmember Pougnet clarified the Citizens Task Force maximum
dwelling Units of 745 and suggested the City Council use the Citizens
Task Force Recommendation for base land use.
Councilmember Mills commented on the compromise with the current
Urgency Ordinance and suggested using the Citizens Task Force
Number.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the planning areas and stated he
would support the Citizens Task Force recommendation.
Councilmember McCulloch requested that Council not provide direction at
this time.
Councilmember Mills suggested the City Council use the Citizens Task
Force Recommendation for base land use.
Mayor Oden stated he was comfortable with the Citizens Task Force
Recommendation for base land use.
Councilmember McCulloch noted his concerns and recommended the City
Council not provide direction to staff at this time.
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I.B. DOCKET REVIEW — PRIORITIZE FUTURE AGENDA/STUDY SESSION
TOPIC:
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the
staff report dated February 8, 2006.
Mayor Oden commented on the Cable Franchise Renewal Process and
currently scheduled Study Sessions.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the Homeless Resource Center
and requested a Study Session on April 12, 2006, regarding the Homeless
Resource Center.
Mayor Pro Tern Foat requested the Green Building Ordinance move
forward.
Councilmember Mills requested the discussion regarding the Energy
Commission and Co-Generation Plants be included with the Study
Session on the Green Building Ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tem Foat commented on the Miss. Teen Funding request and
recommended the request be placed on a Regular Meeting Agenda.
Councilmember Mills commented on the Airport Targeted Development
Plan and the Joint Workshop with City Council, Planning Commission and
Architectural Advisory Committee.
Councilmember Pougnet commented on the So. Cal. Institute of Architects
presentation, and recommended that staff move forward without a Study
Session on Short Term Vacation rentals with interested parties.
Mayor Oden commented on the development use plan for the Palm
Springs Mall and the County Buildings across from City Hall.
Councilmember McCulloch requested clarification on the Undergrounding
Ordinance.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Mills commented on the reorganization of the Code Enforcement
Division and requested regular City Council updates.
Councilmember McCulloch requested the City Engineer review pedestrian safety at
certain intersections and at intersections with left-turn arrows.
Councilmember Pougnet recognized City employees who received compliment cards in
the month of January.
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Mayor Oden announced Black History month and outlined the activities and events
attended by the Mayor's Office; requested staff moved forward with the installation of
the sound wall near the Airport, and place the appointment of a City Council
subcommittee on the O'Donnell Golf Course on the next City Council Agenda.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 9:18 P.M. to the Regular Meeting,
Wednesday, February 15, 2006, at 6:00 P.M., City Hall Council Chamber, preceded by
a Closed Session at 4:00 P.M., City Hall Small Conference Room, 3200 Tahquitz
Canyon Way.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
15TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2006.
ATTEST: MAYOR
City Clerk