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Home My WebLink About6/1/2011 - STAFF REPORTS - 2B CITY COUNCIL CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA ` ' LM$ c • Ilk IV MINUTES WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 2011 Council Chamber CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the meeting to order at 6:16 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Palm Springs Air Force ROTC Junior Color Guard, led the Pledge. INVOCATION: Pastor David Sanger, Our Savior's Community Church, led the Invocation. 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 Pougnet and the City Council presented the Palm Springs Air Force ROTC Junior Color Guard a Certificate of Commendation for their service to the City of Palm Springs and their recent achievement receiving the Distinguished Service Award with Merit. Mayor Pougnet provided an update on the recent Public Safety Luncheon hosted by the Chamber of Commerce, the PSNIC Annual Picnic, and announced the upcoming Palm Springs Fire Department Fish Fry. REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m., and the following speakers addressed the City Council pertaining to Items on the posted Closed Session Agenda. NEJAT KOHAN, Spanish Inn, requested the City Council approve the release of $250,000 of the $500,000 loan as part of the reimbursement agreement. LESLIE CARRIE, commented on the Spanish Inn, and stated she can take over operations. ITEM NO.-�'--�-- City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 2 JOE LUISI, commented on the Spanish Inn, and requested the City Council release $250,000 of the loan. SKIP ARCHITULATTA, Architect Spanish Inn, commented on the Spanish Inn. City Attorney Holland reported that the City Council recessed into Closed Session to discuss Items on the posted Closed Session Agenda. No reportable actions were taken. ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA: City Clerk Thompson stated that staff requested Item 2.1. be withdrawn from the Agenda. Mayor Pro Tern Weigel requested Items 2.J. and 21. be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion. Mayor Pougnet requested Items 2.G., 2.J., and 21, 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. PALM SPRINGS TREATMENT CENTERS, LLC "MICHAEL'S HOUSE" AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY USE ON AN APPROXIMATE 0.88- ACRE SITE AT 430 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD; ZONE R-3, RESORT COMBINING ZONE OVERLAY (CASE 5.1249 PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 358): Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 18, 2011. Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council. DR. KRISTA GILBERT, Applicant, stated the assisted living facility has been in existence for 22 years, commented on the admitting and screening process and the programs at the facility, and the facility changes based on neighborhood concerns. SHERYL HAMLIN, requested the City Council consider adding some conditions to the approval of the PDD regarding restrictions on the clientele. JAMES CIOFFI, commented on the programs and facilities at Michael's House, outlined the neighborhood meetings, noted the letters of support City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 3 from the surrounding neighbors, and requested the City Council approve the PDD. FRANK TYSEN, stated the neighborhood organization members have raised some concerns operating this facility in the residential zone, commented on the revenue that could be generated by a small hotel, and requested the City Council take the time needed to study the issue of rehab houses in residential zones. DR. KRISTA GILBERT, Rebuttal, stated the residents are voluntary, stated the neighbors were invited to the facility, commented on economic benefits, and stated the organization will continue to work with the neighbors on issues of concern. No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed. Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address complaints, requested the applicant address adding conditions regarding restrictions for residents, commented on public benefit for the PDD and requested a public benefit added, and requested a condition be added prohibiting women clients, drugs, felons, parolees and sex offenders. Mayor Pro Tern Weigel requested the manner in which the City classifies treatment facilities, recommended the City staff review the standards for treatment facilities in residential zones and types of restrictions, and requested the City Attorney comment on the citizen recommended conditions. Councilmember Foat stated the City may be overstepping what types of conditions can be placed on the residents, requested the City Attorney review the loss of TOT revenue, stated the program is a wonderful program, and requested the applicant address the other facilities in the City, recommended the City Council table this item for staff to review, and stated she would not be in favor of all the additional conditions. Councilmember Mills stated staff should review the classification of use, stated this type of application should be a CUP and not a PDD, and recommended the City Council table the Item until staff may review. Councilmember Hutcheson stated his support to table the public hearing, but wanted to be sure the facility was allowed to operate in the interim period. Councilmember Mills stated the PDD is to increase the number of beds, and the approval for this is a PDD and a CUP, and the zoning ordinance does not define this specific use. City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 4 Councilmember Foat stated her concerns about the City restricting who can live at this location. Mayor Pro Tern Weigel requested the applicant address any concerns or issues by tabling the public hearing. Mayor Pougnet stated his support to approve the facility as recommend by staff, commented on the residents and the facility, and stated he believes they have operated a business the way we wished all businesses should be operated. Councilmember Mills stated his support for making a decision, and stated his support for approving the project as recommended. Councilmember Foat requested staff address the classification as an Assisted Care Facility. ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22917, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE 5.1249 PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 358, FOR MICHAEL'S HOUSE, A SUBSTANCE ABUSE RECOVERY CENTER (ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY USE), IN AN EXISTING FACILITY ON AN APPROXIMATE 0.88-ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 430 SOUTH CAHUILLA ROAD (APN 513-212-002)." Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat and carried 4-1 on a roll call vote. AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Mayor Pro Tern Weigel, and Mayor Pougnet. NOES: Councilmember Hutcheson. 1.13. PLACEMENT OF DELINQUENT WASTE DISPOSAL CHARGES ON THE COUNTY TAX ROLLS AS A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT: David Barakian, Director of Public Works, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 18, 2011. Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers addressed the City Council. MONTE LANDIS, Palm Springs, commented on the lack of a senior citizen rate for waste collection, and the addition of administrative fees. No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed. ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22918, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING CERTAIN WASTE DISPOSAL ACCOUNTS TO BE City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 5 DELINQUENT AND DIRECTING THE PLACEMENT OF THESE ACCOUNTS ON THE COUNTY PROPERTY TAX ROLLS FOR COLLECTION." Motion Mayor Pro Tern Weigel, seconded by Mayor Pougnet and carried 4-0 on a roll call vote. AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Mayor Pro Tern Weigel, and Mayor Pougnet. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: Councilmember Mills. PUBLIC COMMENT: MICHAEL McCULLOCH, Palm Springs, commented on the proposed election reform, and stated he wanted free and fair elections in the City of Palm Springs. MARK NICHOLS, Chair Sustainability Commission, stated the City's Sustainability Commission recommends the City Council approve the maximum number of energy saving proposals, and stated this is a paid by savings contract as no expenditures are required. FRANK TYSEN, commented on the requirement for a public benefit for the granting of a PDD. THOMAS HALL, renewable energy provider, commented on Item 4.A., and stated his support for the Citywide Energy Management Project. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS: Councilmember Foat provided an update on Roy's Desert Resource Center. Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Attorney address the local taxation of medical cannabis operators. Mayor Pougnet commented on crime issues in the north industrial area, and requested City Staff meet with business owners in that area, and commented on public improvements in the Desert Highland Gateway neighborhood. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: City Manager Ready requested clarification on the City Council direction with respect to treatment facilities. ACTION: Direct staff to initiate a zone text amendment regarding treatment facilities. By consensus of the City Council. City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 6 2. CONSENT CALENDAR: ACTION: Approve Items. 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.H., 2.K., 2.M., and 2.N. 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 May 18, 2011, City Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. 2.13. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ACTION: Approve the City Council/Community Redevelopment Agency Minutes of May 4, 2011, and the Joint Meeting with the Agua Caliente Tribal Council of May 11, 2011. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. 2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS: ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22919, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1048238 THROUGH 1048381 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $553,871.00, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22920, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1048382 THROUGH 1048401 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $216,675.73, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22921, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 4-16-11 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 416602 THROUGH 416629 TOTALING $43,578.68, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1048402 THROUGH 1048425 TOTALING $125,352.00, FIVE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR $46,770.96, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF $1,010,521.88, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,226,223.52, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" and 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22922, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1048426 THROUGH 1048606 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,338,037.00, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. 2.1). STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL 2011: ACTION: Receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and Purchase Orders for the period of April 1 through April 30, 2011. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 7 2.E. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF MARCH 31, 2011: ACTION: Receive and file the Treasurer's Investment Report as of March 31, 2011 Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. 2.F. APPROVE ANNUAL INSURANCE POLICY RENEWALS FOR THE CITY'S INSURANCE PORTFOLIO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-12: ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22923, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING KEENAN & ASSOCIATES AS THE CITY'S BROKER OF RECORD, TO PURCHASE PROPERTY LIABILITY, EXCESS EARTHQUAKE/FLOOD LIABILITY (DIFFERENCE IN CONDITION), EXCESS LIABILITY, EXCESS WORKERS' COMPENSATION, AIRPORT OWNERS AND OPERATORS LIABILITY, VILLAGEFEST LIABILITY, MULTI MEDIA LIABILITY, AIRCRAFT HULL LIABILITY, AND CRIME/FIDELITY LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICIES FROM VARIOUS CARRIERS FOR POLICY YEAR 2011-2012, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2011." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. 2.H. ACCEPTANCE OF A $60,000 GRANT FROM ORANGE COUNTY/INLAND EMPIRE REGIONAL SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER FOR THE COACHELLA VALLEY INNOVATION HUB (CViHUB) PROGRAM: ACTION: 1) Approve the acceptance of the Orange County/Inland Empire Regional Small Business Development Center Grant Award in the amount of $60,000; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6100. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. 2.K. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1791, APPROVING CASE 5.1212 CZ, A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM E-I (ENERGY-INDUSTRIAL) TO M-2 (MANUFACTURING) FOR AN APPROXIMATE 98-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF KAREN AVENUE AND 19TH AVENUE: ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1791, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE 5.1212 CZ, A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM E-I (ENERGY-INDUSTRIAL) TO M-2 (MANUFACTURING) FOR AN APPROXIMATE 98-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF KAREN AVENUE AND 19TH AVENUE, SECTION 15, APN 666-330-001-7." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. 2.M. PRELIMINARY NOTIFICATION LETTER FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2010- 11 AUDIT FROM CITY AUDITORS LANCE, SOLL & LUNGHARD, LLP: ACTION: Receive and file. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 8 2.N. SUPPORT AB 307 PENDING STATE LEGISLATION EXPRESSLY ALLOWING FEDERALLY RECOGNIZED INDIAN TRIBES TO ENTER INTO JOINT POWERS AGREEMENTS IN CALIFORNIA: ACTION: Authorize the Mayor to execute and deliver a letter to the State Legislature and the Governor supporting the passage of AB 307. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR: 2.G. AMENDMENT TO THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM CONTRACT, NEW 3% @ 55 SAFETY POLICE SECOND TIER WITHIN A NON-POOLED PLAN (SECTION 20475: DIFFERENT LEVEL OF BENEFITS PROVIDED FOR NEW EMPLOYEES) - FOR POLICE ONLY: ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22924, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS." Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Weigel and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. 2.1. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5937 WITH THE SPANISH INN, INC. FOR PROPERTY AT 640 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE: Item withdrawn from the Agenda. 2.J. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1790, ESTABLISHING ELECTION REGULATIONS INCREASING THE NUMBER OF SIGNATURES NEEDED TO QUALIFY TO RUN FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE: Mayor Pro Tern Weigel requested staff clarify the concerns about the constitutionality of charging a fee, and other options. Councilmember Hutcheson commented on the cost issue and stated the City Council should consider deleting the fee. Mayor Pougnet requested the City Attorney address the procedural question on the adoption of the Ordinance, commented on community process associated with running for public office, and stated he is not in support of the Ordinance. Councilmember Foat commented on the responsibilities associated with running for public office and the proposed fee. Councilmember Mills requested City staff clarify the fee, noted the responsibilities associated with running for public office. Mayor Pougnet commented on the signature component of the ordinance. City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 9 MOTION: Waive reading and reintroduce by title only Ordinance No. 1790, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.02 TO, REPEALING SECTIONS 2.04.080 AND 2.04.100 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND REPEALING UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. 1562, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS," amending the Ordinance by deleting Section 2.02.035 Filing Fee. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and failed 2-3 on a roll call vote. AYES: Councilmember Hutcheson and Councilmember Mills. NOES: Councilmember Foat, Mayor Pro Tern Weigel, and Mayor Pougnet. MOTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1790, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.02 TO, REPEALING SECTIONS 2.04.080 AND 2.04.100 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND REPEALING UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. 1562, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS." Motion Councllmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills and failed 2-3 on a roll call vote. AYES: Councilmember Foat and Councilmember Mills. NOES: Councilmember Hutcheson, Mayor Pro Tern Weigel, and Mayor Pougnet. ACTION: Waive reading and reintroduce by title only Ordinance No. 1790, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 2.02 TO, REPEALING SECTIONS 2.04.080 AND 2.04.100 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND REPEALING UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. 1562, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS," amending the Ordinance by deleting Section 2.02.035 Filing Fee. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and carried 3-2 on a roll call vote. AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, and Councilmember Mills. NOES: Mayor Pro Tern Weigel and Mayor Pougnet. 2.L. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1792, ESTABLISHING ELECTION REGULATIONS REQUIRING PROOF OF RESIDENCY AND REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF THE CITY SEAL: ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1792, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTIONS 2.02.025, 2.02.050, AND 1.04.030 TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS PROOF OF RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS AND THE USE OF City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 10 THE CITY SEAL." Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. 3. LEGISLATIVE: 3.A. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE DEFERRAL OF PAYMENT OF CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES BY ORDINANCE NO. 1757: Tom Wilson, Assistant City Manager, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 18, 2011. ACTION: 1) Waive reading of the full text of the Ordinance and introduce by title only; and 2) Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1793, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR THE DEFERRAL OF PAYMENT OF CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES AND EXTENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1757." Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Weigel and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. 4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 4.A. CITYWIDE ENERGY MANAGEMENT PROJECT: Marcus Fuller, Assistant Director of Public Works, and Michele Mician, Sustainability Manager, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 18, 2011 Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff address the two proposed solar projects, the project estimate and potential subsidy for solar. Mayor Pro Tern Weigel commented on the potential subsidy for solar, commented on the benefits of the program, the assumptions on maintaining the budget at current levels for 25 years, and requested staff address the CoGen differences, and the elimination of the solar panels. Councilmember Foat requested staff address increasing the usage at Sunrise Park for the skate park, commented on the remaining life of equipment v. the time to pay off the investment, requested to include other facilities on the Sunrise Park property. Councilmember Mills requested staff address the heating of the pool, increasing the volume of the Sunrise plant, the proposed solar field at Sunrise Park, the advantage of having two engines at the Co-Gen, recommended the City Council hold a dedicated study session. Mayor Pougnet stated he was hoping for additional savings in the reports, the bond funding of the improvements, noted the deficiencies for the solar project, and recommended a study session on this topic. 1 c7 City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 11 ACTION: Direct Staff to schedule a dedicated study session for further discussion on the Citywide Energy Project; and 2) Direct staff to proceed with the submission of a grant application to the California Solar Incentive Program, estimated cost of $5,000 to submit the application. By consensus of the City Council. 4.13. STATUS REPORT ON THE COACHELLA VALLEY INNOVATION HUB, A STATE OF CALIFORNIA INITIATIVE PROMOTING THE ADVANCEMENT OF EMERGING INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY TO COMMERCIALIZATION: Cathy Van Horn, Community and Economic Development Administrator, provided background information as outlined in the staff report dated May 18, 2011. ACTION: Receive and file the report. By consensus of the City Council. 5. NEW BUSINESS: 5.A. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF THE DRAFT FISCAL YEAR 2011-12 BUDGET INCLUDING COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, RISK MANAGEMENT FUND, CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND, AND SPECIAL DISTRIBUTION FUND: Geoffrey Kiehl, Director of Finance, provided background information as outlined in the Fiscal Year 2011-12 Budget documents. Mayor Pro Tern Weigel requested staff address the debt service on the Golf Fund. Councilmember Hutcheson requested the City Manager provide alternatives for the elimination of the General Fund subsidy of parking operations. No action taken. 5.13. APPOINTMENT OF VARIOUS COMMISSIONERS AND BOARD MEMBERS AS PART OF THE 2011 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT PROCESS: City Clerk Thompson provided background information as outlined in the Memorandum dated May 18, 2011. ACTION: 1) Appoint Fred Fabricant, F. Gillar Boyd, Jr., and Manuel Suero to the Airport Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014; 2) Reappoint Scott Meredith, and appoint Randy Lowe, to the Parks and Recreation Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014; 3) Appoint Ronald Caya and Angela Valente Romeo to the Public Arts Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014; 4) Appoint Eli Stiny and Carol Ramsey, City Council Minutes May 18, 2011 Page 12 to the Rent Review Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014; 5) Reappoint Bernard Sherwyn to the Personnel Board for the term ending June 30, 2014; and 6) Reappoint Mary Ann Kaestner to the VillageFest Board for the term ending June 30, 2014. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tom Weigel and unanimously carried on a roll call vote. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS: None. ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 9:23 p.m. to an Adjourned Meeting, Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at 4:00 P.M. in the Large Conference Room, City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs. APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS 1ST DAY OF JUNE, 2011. STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR ATTEST: JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK 12 CITY COUNCIL CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA dALM d' A m ' l/daRMP. ADJOURNED MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2011 Large Conference Room CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the meeting to order at 4:04 p.m. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember Mills, Mayor Pro Tem Weigel, and Mayor Pougnet. ABSENT: None. ALSO PRESENT: City Clerk Thompson. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. INTERVIEW APPLICANTS AND APPOINT MEMBERS TO THE HISTORIC SITE PRESERVATION BOARD AND THE PLANNING COMMISSION AS PART OF THE 2011 ANNUAL RECRUITMENT OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: ACTION: 1) Reappoint Douglas Donenfeld to the Planning Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014; 2) Reappoint Tracy Conrad to the Planning Commission for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2012; 3) Appoint J.R. Roberts to the Planning Commission for the term ending June 30, 2014; and 4) Continue the appointments to the Historic Site Preservation Board to June 1, 2011. By consensus of the City Council. ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 6:00 p.m. to an Adjourned Meeting, Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at 4:00 p.m., Large Conference Room, to precede the Regular Meeting, Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at 6:00 P.M. Council Chamber, City Hall, preceded by a Closed Session in the Small Conference Room, City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs. APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS 1ST DAY OF JUNE, 2011. STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR ATTEST: JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK 13