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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2011
Council Chamber
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pro Tern Weigel called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop 262, led the Pledge.
INVOCATION: Rabbi Sally Olins, Temple Isaiah, led the Invocation.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember
Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson.
PRESENTATIONS:
Police Officer William Hutchinson and Palm Springs High School Principal Ricky Wright
announced the upcoming Books for Badges fundraising event.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel announced the upcoming Police and Fire Appreciation
Luncheon.
Councilmember Foat provided an update on the Dinah Shore Weekend events.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel announced the Palm Springs Dog Park received the "Best in the
Valley" award, and introduced Dr. Les Zendle who announced the upcoming Human
Rights Commission educational program "Scams that Target Seniors."
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel announced the upcoming City of Palm Springs Cleanup event,
the Palm Springs Shredding Event, and the Annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Mark Johnson, Coachella Valley Water District, provided an update on the Whitewater
Groundwater Replenishment Facility.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland reported 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. No reportable actions were taken.
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ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson stated the Public Works Director is requesting the City Council
consider adding an Item to the April 6, 2011 Consent Calendar, as Item 2.0, and
consider the adoption of two resolutions, the Public Works Director has indicated the
Grant Application is required to be filed by April 15, 2011, prior to the next meeting, and
the City is required to adopt the Regional Water Management Plan in order to apply for
the grant.
PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS APPROVING THE SUBMISSION AND ACCEPTANCE
OF A GRANT TO OBTAIN STORMWATER FLOOD MANAGEMENT GRANT
FUNDING FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES AND
ADOPTING THE COACHELLA VALLEY INTEGRATED REGIONAL WATER
MANAGEMENT PLAN DATED NOVEMBER 30, 2010.
ACTION: 1) Find the Item was brought 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 the Item as titled above to the Consent Calendar as Item 2.0. Motion
Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Foat and unanimously
carried 4-0 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember Mills,
and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
Councilmember Foat requested Item 21. be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate discussion.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested Items 2.K. and 2.M. be removed from the
Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Mills requested Item 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate discussion.
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as amended. Motion Councilmember Hutcheson,
seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried 4-0 on a roll call
vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember Mills,
and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
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April 6, 2011
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1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION BY SOLAR
POWER INC., REQUESTING RELIEF FROM THE IMPOSITION OF
PUBLIC ARTS FEES FOR A 4.96 MEGAWATT SOLAR POWER
GENERATING FACILITY ON 24 ACRES OF A 98-ACRE PARCEL AT
THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF KAREN AVENUE AND 19TH AVENUE
ZONE E-1 (CASE 5.1253 CUP):
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated April 6, 2011.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel opened the public hearing, and the following
speaker addressed the City Council.
FRANCES KNIGHT, Solar Power, provided background information on
the scope and purpose of the project, stated the fee acts as a disincentive
to clean energy projects, noted art could be installed on the property but
such art would only be appreciated by occasional maintenance staff,
commented on the fees for all agencies, requested to be relieved of the art
fee, or an art fee be calculated proportionate to the project such as wind
power projects.
No further speakers, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated his support for incentives for renewable
energy and requested staff bring back a proposal to modify the fees.
Councilmember Foat stated her agreement, commented on the substantial
reduction, and requested staff research a per acre in-lieu fee.
Councilmember Mills commented on the timing of the request, stated the
difference between the fees is large and staff should review for equity, and
stated staff should review a minimum fee and perhaps a per acre fee for
that zone.
ACTION: 1) Deny the appeal; and 2) Direct staff to return to the City
Council with a proposed policy for imposing public art fees on all solar
power generating facilities that would be similar to the methodology used
for wind power generating facilities. Motion Councilmember Foat,
seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and unanimously carried 4-
0 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson,
Councilmember Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
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PUBLIC COMMENT:
BEN HALL, Palm Springs, commented on Item 2.1-1. regarding the installation of the
security fencing at the Palm Springs International Airport, and requested the City
Council consider cancelling the project.
ROY HILL, Palm Springs Unified School District, commented on Item 3.B., thanked the
City Council for their consideration, noted problems with vendors near schools, and
stated the District supports the Ordinance.
CHARLES NISBET, Palm Springs, provided a brief report on the Trails Subcommittee
and a status report of the trails in Palm Springs.
SID CRAIG, Palm Springs, commented on the activities of the Human Rights
Commission regarding "bullying" in schools.
RICK PANTELE, announced the upcoming art mixer to benefit the AIDS Assistance
Program and the Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, and commented on public
art fees.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat announced the Arts thru Lens event, and presented a $25,000
check to the City from the Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter.
Councilmember Mills requested a breakdown of the bond funds for the Welwood Library
and the Palm Springs Library, and request staff address the condition of the medians at
Vista Chino and Sunrise.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Manager look at developing pilot projects
substituting flora landscaping for sustainable landscaping.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel noted lack of the Security Guard at the skate park, and
requested staff address the roof at the locker rooms at the Swim Center.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Ready requested David Barakian, City Engineer, provide an update on
the Palm Springs Insignia on the Interstate 10/Gene Autry Trail Interchange. City
Manager Ready announced the recent demolition of the Clara Bee.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.1-1. be removed from the Consent
Calendar for a staff report.
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ACTION: Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.1., 2.N., and 2.0.
Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and
unanimously carried 4-0 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember
Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
2.A. REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
ACTION: Receive and file Report on the Posting of the April 6, 2011, City
Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the City Council/Community Redevelopment Agency
Minutes of March 16, 2011. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22897, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD
ENDED 3-05-11 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 416517 THROUGH
416547 TOTALING $46,960.59, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED
1047554 THROUGH 1047575 TOTALING $123,526.36, FIVE WIRE
TRANSFERS FOR $46,790.07, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH
DEBITS OF $1,015,071.12, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF
$1,232,348.14, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 2) Adopt Resolution
No. 22898, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1047576 THROUGH
1047651 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,582,534.38 DRAWN ON
BANK OF AMERICA;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22899, "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY
WARRANTS NUMBERED 1047652 THROUGH 1047661 IN THE
AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $16,636.39, DRAWN ON BANK OF
AMERICA;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22900, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS
NUMBERED 1047662 THROUGH 1047849 IN THE AGGREGATE
AMOUNT OF $1,260,886.11, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 5) Adopt
Resolution No. 22901, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT
OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 3-19-11 BY
WARRANTS NUMBERED 416548 THROUGH 416574 TOTALING
$42,278.48, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1047850 THROUGH
1047873 TOTALING $126,430.86, FIVE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR
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$45,765.96, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF $989,781.14,
IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,204,256.44, DRAWN ON BANK
OF AMERICA;" and 6) Adopt Resolution No. 22902, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS
NUMBERED 1047874 THROUGH 1048017 IN THE AGGREGATE
AMOUNT OF $545,062.82, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA."
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
NO. 1785, PROHIBITING MOBILE VENDING NEAR SCHOOLS:
ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1785, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING
SECTION 6.08.140 TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, TO
PROHIBIT MOBILE VENDING NEAR SCHOOLS." Approved as part of
the Consent Calendar.
2.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
NO. 1786, AMENDING THE EXISTING HOTEL INCENTIVE PROGRAM
FOR A FIRST CLASS NEW HOTEL TO RECEIVE SEVENTY-FIVE
PERCENT OF THE ADJUSTED TAX RATE:
ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1786, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SUBSECTION (a) OF SECTION 5.26.040 OF THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, WITH RESPECT TO FIRST CLASS NEW
HOTELS PARTICIPATING IN THE CITY'S HOTEL OPERATIONS
INCENTIVE PROGRAM." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.F. ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF ALFRED GERGELY FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS BOARD:
ACTION: 1) Accept with regret the resignation of Alfred Gergely from the
Administrative Appeals Board; 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.G. CHANGE ORDER NO. 6 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5976 WITH W. E.
O'NEIL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY TO SETTLE ALL ITEMS
RELATED TO FIELD CORRECTION NOTICE NO. 8 ON THE PALM
SPRINGS ANIMAL SHELTER PROJECT:
ACTION: 1) Approve Change Order No. 6 to Agreement No. A5976 with
W. E. O'Neil Construction Company to settle all items related to Field
Correction No. 8 on the Palm Springs Animal Shelter; and 2) Authorize the
City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5976. Approved as
part of the Consent Calendar.
2.1. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E)
AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE INDIAN CANYON DRIVE
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WIDENING (TRAMVIEW ROAD TO UPRR), FEDERAL PROJECT NO.
STPLN-5282 (023) (CP 01-25):
ACTION: Approve the plans, specifications, and working details for the
Indian Canyon Drive Widening (Tramview Road to UPRR), Federal
Project No. STPLN-5282(023) (CP 01-25), and authorize the bid process.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.N. SURRENDER THE PERMIT FOR THE COACHELLA VALLEY FRINGE-
TOED LIZARD HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22904, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
SURRENDERING THE PERMIT FOR THE COACHELLA VALLEY
FRINGE-TOED LIZARD HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN AND
REPEALING THE FRINGE-TOED LIZARD MITIGATION FEE." Approved
as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.0. ADDED ITEM PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS APPROVING THE
SUBMISSION AND ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT TO OBTAIN
STORMWATER FLOOD MANAGEMENT GRANT FUNDING FROM THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES AND
ADOPTING THE COACHELLA VALLEY INTEGRATED REGIONAL
WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN DATED NOVEMBER 30, 2010:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22905, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO OBTAIN
STORMWATER FLOOD MANAGEMENT GRANT FUNDING FROM THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES FOR THE
TAHQUITZ CREEK LEVEE IMPROVEMENTS;" and 2) Adopt Resolution
No. 22906, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE COACHELLA VALLEY
INTEGRATED REGIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN DATED
NOVEMBER 30, 2010. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.H. FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA) AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT (AIP) 48 GRANT ACCEPTANCE:
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the comments made during public
comment regarding the security fence project.
ACTION: 1) Approve the acceptance of FAA AIP Grant No. 3-06-0101-048-2011
for up to $2,200,000 for the construction phase of the Security Fencing Project;
and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6084.
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Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Weigel and
unanimously carried 4-0 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember
Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
2.J. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
SOIL & TESTING, INC. FOR ON-CALL SOILS, GEOTECHNICAL AND
MATERIALS TESTING SERVICES:
Councilmember Mills requested staff address the criteria for selection,
questioned why this was considered a professional service rather than a bidding
process, and the payment of prevailing wage.
ACTION: 1) Approve an agreement with Southern California Soil & Testing, Inc.,
for "on-call" soils, geotechnical and materials testing services for an initial three
(3) year term, subject to two (2) additional one (1) year extensions approved at
the discretion of the City Manager deleting the words "prevailing wage"on Exhibit
D to the contract; 2) Authorize the Director of Public Works/City Engineer to
approve Purchase Orders for services associated with budgeted capital
improvement projects pursuant to the terms of the Agreement for amounts up to
$25,000; 3) Authorize the City Manager to approve Purchase Orders for services
associated with budgeted capital improvement projects pursuant to the terms of
the Agreement for amounts in excess of $25,000; and 4) Authorize the City
Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6086. Motion Councilmember
Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and unanimously carried 4-0
on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember
Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
2.K. GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT 2010 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT:
Councilmember Hutcheson request the City Manager schedule a meeting with
the ad hoc City Council Affordable Housing Subcommittee to discuss low income
housing options, small residential care facilities, and incentives to encourage the
production of low income housing.
ACTION: Receive and file. Motion Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by
Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried 4-0 on a roll call vote.
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AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember
Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
21. PURCHASE NOTEBOOK COMPUTERS FOR MOBILE DATA COMPUTING:
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the disposal of the current
notebook computers.
ACTION: 1) Approve the purchase of thirty-one (31) Dell Latitude E6400XFR
Ruggedized notebook computers with corresponding Dell Mobile Docking
Stations and Multimode Combo antennas from Dell Corporation via the Western
States Contracting Alliance Cooperative Purchase Agreement WN99ABZ in the
amount of $148,662.81; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by
Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried 4-0 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember
Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
2.M. ADDITIONAL MISCELLANEOUS FISCAL YEAR 2010-11 MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR EXPENDITURES FOR THE CO-GENERATION PLANTS:
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the feasibility of postponing
the expenditures until the City receives the energy report from Chevron.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel requested staff comment on the energy report, and if the
report will provide analysis on the cost effectiveness of the Co-Gen Plant.
ACTION: 1) Approve additional funds to Johnson Power Systems Purchase
Order No. 11-0193 for the as-needed purchase of Caterpillar repair parts in an
amount not-to-exceed $60,000; and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22903, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-11." Motion
Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat and unanimously
carried 4-0 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember
Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
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3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR DISPLACEMENT
PAYMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL HOUSEHOLDS:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development,
provided background information as outlined in the April 6, 2011 staff
report.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address including a first right of
refusal for tenants to return to the renovated building when completed,
and requested staff address who makes the determination if the owner or
the tenant is at fault.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated his support, and would recommend the
City Council direct the City Attorney to draft a right of first refusal provision
in a separate ordinance.
ACTION: 1) Waive reading of the full text of the Ordinance, and introduce
by title only; and 2) Introduce for the first reading Ordinance No. 1787, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING
ARTICLE Vill TO CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL
CODE, PROVIDING FOR DISPLACEMENT PAYMENTS FOR
RESIDENTIAL HOUSEHOLDS;" and 2) Direct the City Attorney to draft an
Ordinance providing a right of first refusal for displaced tenants to return to
the building. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Councilmember Hutcheson and unanimously carried 4-0 on a roll call
vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson,
Councilmember Mills, and Mayor Pro Tem Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
3.13. PROPOSED ORDINANCE RELATING TO PROHIBITION OF SMOKING
NEAR PLAYGROUNDS:
City Attorney Holland provided background information as outlined in the
staff report dated April 6, 2011.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel commented on information received regarding the
prohibition of smoking in public parks, and stated he feels this ordinance
does not go far enough, but would like to increase the number of feet to
100 feet.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated his support for the ordinance.
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Councilmember Mills stated his support for the ordinance, requested staff
address enforcement, commented on the posting of signs, and suggested
the City Council consider a total ban in parks.
Councilmember Foat commented on enforcement, and noted the
compromise language that still allows smoking among adults but protects
children.
Councilmember Hutcheson suggested the City Council introduce the
proposed ordinance and discuss further expansion of the prohibition.
ACTION: 1) Waive reading of the full text of the Ordinance, and introduce
by title only; and 2) Introduce for the first reading Ordinance No. 1788, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING
SECTION 6.10.081 TO, AMENDING SECTION 6.10.020 OF, AND
AMENDING SUBSECTION (a) OF SECTION 6.10.100 OF, THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO PROHIBITION OF
SMOKING NEAR PLAYGROUNDS." Motion Mayor Pro Tern Weigel,
seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and unanimously carried 4-
0 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson,
Councilmember Mills, and Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. APPOINTMENT OF CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES TO SCREEN
COMMISSION AND BOARD APPLICATIONS, TO DETERMINE
QUALIFIED APPLICANTS AS PART OF THE 2011 ANNUAL
RECRUITMENT OF CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the
staff report dated April 6, 2011.
ACTION: 1) Direct the City Clerk to provide for the City Council as a whole
to participate in the screening and interview of Applicants for the Planning
Commission and the Historic Site Preservation Board; 2) Appoint the
same City Council ad hoc subcommittees as the 2010 Annual
Recruitment; and 3) Appoint Councilmember Hutcheson and
Councilmember Mills to the ad hoc subcommittee for the Tramway Board.
By consensus of the City Council.
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5.13. BRIDGE AESTHETIC DESIGN PLANS FOR THE BELARDO ROAD
BRIDGE & ROADWAY WIDENING (CP 87-49):
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated April 6, 2011.
Councilmember Mills requested staff address any comments by Tribal
Planning Commission and the AAC, and noted his disappointment in the
design.
ACTION: Approve the bridge aesthetic design plans for the Belardo Road
Bridge and Roadway Widening (CP 87-49). Motion Councilmember
Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and carried 3-1 on a
roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, and
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel.
NOES: Councilmember Mills.
ABSENT: Mayor Pougnet.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Hutcheson noted the announcement from the Riverside County Board
of Supervisors regarding the proposed Riverside County Whitewater Detention Center.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 9:06 p.m. to Wednesday, April 20,
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
4T" DAY OF MAY, 2011.
STE BEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
j' AMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK