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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2005
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Oden called the meeting to order at 6:05 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Palm Springs Air Force ROTC Junior Color Guard led the
Pledge.
INVOCATION: Mayor Oden requested a moment of silent reflection.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tem McCulloch and Mayor Oden.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, Assistant City Manager Butzlaff, Assistant
City Manager Wilson, City Attorney Holland, City Clerk Thompson,
and City Treasurer Graves.
PRESENTATIONS:
Police Chief Gary Jeandron swore-in new Palm Springs Police Officers Chad Albertson,
Lembit Kulbin, Marcus Litz and Andrew Sylleloglou.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Thompson stated staff has requested Consent Calendar Item 2.S. be
withdrawn from the Agenda.
Mayor Oden requested the City Council hear Public Hearing Item 1.D. as the first Public
Hearing, prior to Item 1.A.
Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch noted his abstention on Warrant No. 1008371, Item 2.D. as
business related.
Councilmember Pougnet requested Item 21. be removed from the Consent Calendar
for separate discussion, and noted his abstention on Item 2.P as business related.
Councilmember Mills requested Items 2.M., 2.N., 2R., and 2.T. be removed from the
Consent Calendar for separate discussion, and noted his abstention on Item 2.0. as
business related.
Councilmember Foat requested Items 2.J., 2.K., and 2.Q be removed from the Consent
Calendar for separate discussion, and noted a correction on Item 2.B. Minutes of
October 5, 2005 Councilmember Comments.
Mayor Oden noted his abstention on Item 2.B. Minutes of October 5, 2005. Item No. 2 . B ,
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ACTION: Approve the Agenda as Amended. Motion Councilmember Mills,
seconded by Councilmember Pougnet and unanimously carried.
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. The City Council
gave direction to the City Attorney on Closed Session Item 4.B., and the City Manager
direction on Closed Session Items 6.A. and 6.B. No reportable actions were taken.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
The City Council heard Public Hearing Item I .D. out of order.
I.D. CASE NO. 5.1073 CUP — AN APPLICATION BY DICK TAYLOR
PRODUCTIONS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT
THE PALM SPRINGS PAVILION THEATRE —A 23,729 SQUARE FOOT,
1,000-SEAT PAVILION TENT TO BE TEMPORARILY OPERATED FOR
PRODUCTION SHOWS FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS, LOCATED
AT 123 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-B-D, SECTION 15,
APN 513-560-008:
Craig Ewing, Planning Services Director, provided background information
as outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
DICK TAYLOR, Palm Springs, outlined the aspects of the proposed
project, addressed parking issues and lighting the trees on Tahquitz
Canyon; requested City Council support.
JOY MEREDITH, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project.
MITCH SPIKE, commented on well-done show and requested the City
Council support the project.
MARTHA HIGGINS, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the project and
requested the City Council support the project.
No further speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following with regard to
the project: sign for theatre parking on Palm Canyon, lighting trees on
Tahquitz Canyon, limited parking and print information on tickets, General
Plan designation, public art requirement and an informational booklet from
Main Street at the show.
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ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21432, "A RESOLUTION OF CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING
A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVING CASE
5.1073 CUP SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, FOR A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A 23,729 SQUARE
FOOT 1,000-SEAT PAVILION TENT, TO BE TEMPORARILY
OPERATED FOR PRODUCTION SHOWS FOR THREE YEARS,
LOCATED AT 123 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-B-D,
SECTION 15, APN 513-560-008" amending conditions 3 and 4 as outlined
in the staff memorandum dated October 19, 2005; and directing staff to
provide and include the lighting of trees on Tahquitz Canyon along with a
Maintenance Agreement for such trees. Motion Councilmember
Pougnet, seconded Councilmember Foat and unanimously carried
on a roll call vote.
1.A. CONSIDERATION OF THE FORMATION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS AND AUTHORIZATION TO LEVY A SPECIAL TAX:
Troy Butzlaff, Assistant City Manager Administration, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
CHRIS KRAMER, Fire Department, requested continued support of the
District for Fire Safety Services.
ED KIBBEY, Palm Desert, Building Industry of the Coachella Valley,
stated the District does not meet the requirements of the law, outlined the
services as in Exhibit A; requested the District include commercial and
industrial properties; requested the City Council not proceed with the
District in the present form.
No further speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with
regard to the proposed Community Facilities District: revisions to the
boundary map of site 3, inclusion of only residential property and
excluding the golf course and other amenities, level of service, in the
future adding commercial properties into the District, clarification of the
use of funds for public safety services and specialized equipment for the
public safety personnel, timing of the tax in relation to the timing of the
developments, procedural point introducing the Ordinance.
ACTION:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 21427, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
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AMENDING THE BOUNDARY MAP ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION
NO. 21401 SHOWING THE TERRITORY PROPOSED FOR
INCLUSION IN PROPOSED COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
NO. 2005-1, AND SUBSTITUTING AMENDED BOUNDARY MAP
FOR THE ORIGINAL BOUNDARY MAP IN THE RESOLUTION OF
INTENTION AND RESOLUTION NO. 21401."
2. Adopt Resolution No. 21428, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
FORMING AND ESTABLISHING A COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) AND
AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES
TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS."
3. Adopt Resolution No. 21429, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION AND SUBMITTING TO THE
VOTERS OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2.005-1 PROPOSITIONS REGARDING
THE ANNUAL LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN THE
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT TO FINANCE POLICE
PROTECTION SERVICES, AND FIRE PROTECTION AND
SUPPRESSION SERVICES THEREIN AND THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT."
ACTION: Adopt Resolution Nos. 21427, 21428, and 21429. Motion
Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet and
carried on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet and Mayor Oden.
NOES: Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch.
ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: None.
City Clerk Thompson opened the ballots received pursuant to Resolution
No. 21429, tabulated the results and canvass of the Election and stated
the results.
Measure A:
Total Number of Eligible Votes: 385
Total Number of Yes Votes: 355
Total Number of No Votes: 30
Measure B
Total Number of Eligible Votes: 385
Total Number of Yes Votes: 355
Total Number of No Votes: 30
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City Clerk Thompson stated that both Measures required a 2/3rds majority
vote (or 257 votes) for the City Council to proceed. 355 votes were
received on both Measures and the City Council may proceed with the
formation of the Community Facilities District No. 2005-1 by adopting the
Resolution and introducing the Ordinance as set forth in the staff report.
4. Adopt Resolution No. 21430 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ELECTION IN THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) AND DIRECTING THE
RECORDING OF A NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN."
5. Waive the reading of the Ordinance text in its entirety and introduce
by title only Ordinance No. 1677, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF
A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC
SAFETY SERVICES)."
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21430, and introduce on first reading
Ordinance No. 1677. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Councilmember Pougnet and carried on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet and Mayor Oden.
NOES: Mayor Pro Tem McCulloch.
ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: None.
1.B. PROPOSED RESOLUTION INCREASING USER FEES FOR
VILLAGEFEST:
Scott Mikesell, Parks and Recreation Director, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing and no speakers coming forward
the public hearing was closed.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following with regard to
the proposed increase in user fees for VillageFest: fees for food vendors
and seasonal vendors, definition of a stand-by vendor, studies of the
VillageFest Board.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21431, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
INCREASING USER FEES FOR VILLAGEFEST AND AUTHORIZING
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THE CITY CLERK TO INCORPORATE SUCH FEES IN THE
COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE." Motion Councilmember Foat,
seconded Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on a roll
call vote.
1.C. PROPOSED ORDINANCE MODIFYING REGULATIONS FOR THE USE
OF ALARMS AND ALARM SYSTEMS:
ACTION: 1) Continue the Public Hearing to November 2, 2005 without
public testimony; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued
Public Hearing. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded
Councilmember Pougnet and unanimously carried.
The City Council recessed at 7:35 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 7:49 P.M.
1.11). CASE NO. 5.1073 CUP — AN APPLICATION BY DICK TAYLOR
PRODUCTIONS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT
THE PALM SPRINGS PAVILION THEATRE — A 23,729 SQUARE FOOT,
1,000-SEAT PAVILION TENT TO BE TEMPORARILY OPERATED FOR
PRODUCTION SHOWS FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS, LOCATED
AT 123 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE C-B-D, SECTION 15,
APN 513-560-008:
The City Council took Item I.D. out of order.
1.E. CASE 5.0984 PD-291, APPLICATION BY GEIGER, LLC TO DEVELOP
AN APPROXIMATELY 393,000 SQUARE FOOT COMMERCIAL
CENTER ON APPROXIMATELY 37 ACRES AT THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL (HIGHWAY
111):
Craig Ewing, Planning Services Director, provided background information
as outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
ARMAN GABAY, Representing Applicant, thanked staff and outlined the
aspects of the project and requested some of the conditions be more
business friendly; requested support.
MILAN GARRISON, Representing Applicant, spoke regarding the traffic
conditions and the traffic signal, stated the height of the building has been
reduced.
TRAYCI NELSON, Representing Applicant, stated she was available for
any questions and requested the City Council support the project.
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GEORGE RAY, Home Depot, requested clarification of condition number
10 for holiday sales, addressed the effectiveness of electronic cart
systems, the color of the roof, and ingress/egress with the traffic signal
and setbacks.
MYRNA CHARITON, Cathedral City, requested clarification of
ingress/egress on San Luis Rey and stated it is a wonderful project.
No further speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following with regard to
the project: special events in the seasonal garden area, cart theft system,
access plan, staff recommends Option D, widening of San Luis Rey,
condition 10 with CUP, including bike racks, project before Architectural
review, decorative paving difference in the plans, 10 parking spaces in the
rear for vehicle rental, 12-foot wail at the rear (residence side) of the
development, designation of drive-thru sites and conditions, outdoor
display areas, vending machines, adding a condition not allowing roof-top
advertising, possible traffic signal for the middle driveway on Gene Autry
Trail.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21433 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CERTIFYING THE FINAL
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH#2003121001) FOR THE
SPRINGS COMMERCIAL CENTER (CASE 5.0984 PD-291) AS
COMPLETE, ADOPTING THE CORRESPONDING STATEMENT OF
FACTS AND FINDINGS, STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING
CONSIDERATIONS, AND THE MITIGATION MONITORING AND
REPORTING PROGRAM AND APPROVING AN APPLICATION BY
GEIGER LLC SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, TO
DEVELOP APPROXIMATELY 393,000 SQUARE FEET OF
COMMERCIAL SPACE ON APPROXIMATELY 37 ACRES, LOCATED AT
NORTHEAST CORNER OF RAMON ROAD AND GENE AUTRY TRAIL,
ZONE M-1-P, SECTION 17, APNs 677-280-041, 677-420-032, AND 677-
420-034" incorporating Option D, modifying conditions as outlined in the
staff memorandum of October 19, 2005, modifying condition 12 not
allowing roof top advertising, adding conditions regarding final approval of
the site plan establishing an 8 foot wall and modifications to the
North/South drives off of Ramon with a visual focal point and direct staff to
work with the Applicant with respect to vending machine placement.
Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded Councilmember Pougnet and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
The City Council recessed at 8:55 P.M.
The City Council reconvened at 9:07 P.M.
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I.F. CASE NO. 5,1057 CUP — AN APPLICATION BY NEXTEL
COMMUNICATIONS TO CONSTRUCT SIX COMMERCIAL
COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS CONCEALED WITHIN A NEW 60
FOOT MONOPOLE AND AN EQUIPMENT SHELTER ON A 1,050
SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AT 19345-65 NORTH INDIAN AVENUE,
ZONE HC, SECTION 15, APNS 666-330-051 AND 666-330-053:
Craig Ewing, Planning Services Director, provided background information
as outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
Mayor Oden opened the public hearing and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
BARBARA SAITO, Applicant, commented on the design and requested
City Council approval.
No further speakers coming forward the public hearing was closed.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following with regard to
the project: live palm trees, paint color.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21434, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 5.1057 CUP, AN
APPLICATION BY NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS, TO CONSTRUCT SIX
COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS CONCEALED WITHIN A
NEW 60 FOOT MONOPOLE AND AN EQUIPMENT SHELTER ON A
1,050 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AT 19345-65 NORTH INDIAN
AVENUE." Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded Mayor Oden and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1.G. CASE NO. 5.1058 CUP — AN APPLICATION BY ALCOA WIRELESS
FOR NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN A COMMERCIAL
COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY TO INCLUDE FLUSH MOUNTED
ANTENNAS ON AN EXISTING 60 FOOT TALL LIGHT TOWER AND AN
EQUIPMENT SHELTER WITHIN A 700 SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA
BEHIND THE POWER BASEBALL DIAMOND SCOREBOARD AT
SUNRISE PARK, LOCATED AT 450 SOUTH SUNRISE WAY, ZONE O,
SECTION 8, APN 502-200-001:
ACTION: 1) Continue the Public Hearing without public testimony; and 2)
Direct the City Clerk re-notice the Public Hearing. Motion
Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet and
unanimously carried.
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PUBLIC COMMENT:
130B DANITZ, commented on the closure of the mental health facilities and programs at
Desert Regional Medical Center.
KEN TURNER, Palm Springs, commented on the use of short-term rentals of Single
Family Homes becoming a noise nuisance and creating problems in the area.
MELANIE LURK, Palm Springs, thanked staff and spoke in favor of Item 2.R.,
requested City Council support.
DENNIS CUNNINGHAM, Palm Springs, commented on election signs on his property in
Palm Springs.
DENNIS MASON, Palm Springs, commented on scalping of grass in Palm Springs and
the problem it creates; requested the City Council prohibit scalping.
WESLEY COLE, Palm Springs, commented on scalping of grass in Palm Springs and
requested the City Council prohibit scalping.
DONNA CHABAN, Palm Springs, commented on scalping of grass in Palm Springs and
requested the City Council prohibit scalping.
MICHAEL STERN, Palm Springs, stated his opposition on Item 5.13. regarding purchase
of public artwork.
C:OUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS: None.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: None.
The City Council recessed at 9:36 P.M. and convened as the City of Palm Springs
Community Redevelopment Agency.
The City Council reconvened at 9:45 P.M.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
ACTION: Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.D., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.H., 2.1., 2.0.,
and 2.P. Motion Councilmember Mills, 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 October 19,
2005, City Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the City Council Minutes of October 5, 2005, and
October 12, 2005. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar, noting a
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correction to Councilmember Foat's comments on the October 5,
2005 minutes and the abstention of Mayor Oden on the October 5,
2005 minutes.
2.C. STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS FOR AUGUST 2005:
ACTION: Receive and file Staff Authorized Agreements covering the
period September 1 through September 30, 2005. Approved as part of
the Consent Calendar.
2.D. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21435, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS
NUMBERED 1008307 THROUGH 1008596 IN THE AGGREGATE
AMOUNT OF $3,611,638.88 DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 2)
Adopt Resolution No. 21436, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA APPROVING
PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED
1008597 THROUGH 1008597 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF
$12,750.00 DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" and 3) Adopt Resolution
No. 21437, "A RESOLUTION OF THE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF
PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 09-24-05 BY
WARRANTS NUMBERED 409313 THROUGH 409381 TOTALING
$103,376.85, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1008301 THROUGH
1008306 TOTALING $2,488.91, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH
DEBITS OF $1,109,339.56 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF
$1,215,205.32 DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA." Approved as part of
the Consent Calendar, noting the business related abstention of
Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch on Warrant No. 1008371.
2.E. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
NO. 1672 AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA):
ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1672, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN SAID
DISTRICT." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.F. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
NO. 1673, AMENDING SECTIONS 9.61.020, 9.61.030, 9.63.040, AND
9.63.060 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
MERGERS OF CONTIGUOUS PARCELS OF LAND:
ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1673, "AN
ORDINANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AMENDING SECTIONS
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9.61.020, 9.61.030, 9.63.040, AND 9.63.060 OF THE PALM SPRINGS
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO MERGERS OF CONTIGUOUS
PARCELS OF LAND." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.G. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
NO. 1674 AMENDING PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
2.22.020(B), REGARDING CERTAIN QUALIFICATIONS FOR
VILLAGEFEST BOARD MEMBERS:
ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1674, "AN
ORDINANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AMENDING SECTION
2.22.020(B), REGARDING CERTAIN QUALIFICATIONS FOR
VILLAGEFEST BOARD MEMBERS." Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.H. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
NO. 1675, ADDING SECTIONS 10.04.090, 10.04.100, 10.04.110 AND
10.24.011 TO THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
THE REGULATION OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS IN THE CITY:
ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1675, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ADDING SECTIONS
10.04.090, 10,04.100, 10.04.110 AND 10.24.011 TO THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE REGULATION OF
DOMESTIC ANIMALS IN THE CITY." Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
ZI. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND
COMPENSATION PLAN FISCAL YEAR 2005-06:
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21438, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS
AND COMPENSATION PLAN, ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION 21284."
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.J. COGENERATION PLANT ELECTRICAL CERTIFICATION SERVICES:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
2.K. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD
CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT AND CRV
MONTE SERENO, LP, RELATED TO CONSTRUCTION OF RIP-RAP
CHANNEL LINING IMPROVEMENTS ALONG PALM CANYON WASH,
IDENTIFIED AS PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 6, TRACT NO. 30046,
PROJECT NO. 6-0-0040-06:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
2.L. AIRPORT CAPITAL PROJECTS, FAA AIP 3-06-0181-39, 5% LOCAL
FUNDING MATCH, $118,900 BUDGET AMENDMENT:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
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2.M. REHABILITATION OF COMMUTER APRON, CITY PROJECT 2005-11:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
2.N. APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT OF $350,000 TO THE MOTOR
VEHICLE REPLACEMENT RESERVES FOR THE PURCHASE OF CITY
VEHICLES AND SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
2.0. CONVENTION CENTER PROJECT, RE-ROOFING CHANGE ORDER
NO. 6 TO AGREEMENT NO. 4858 WITH AL MILLER & SONS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7760, Approving Change Order No.
6 to Agreement No. A4858 in the amount of $564,900 to Al Miller & Sons
Roofing, Inc. to re-roof the older portions of the Convention Center; and 2)
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A4858.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar, noting the business
related abstention of Councilmember Mills.
2.P. APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP 31940 AND A SUBDIVISION
IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS MODERN
HOMES IV, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR
43 SINGLE FAMILY HOMES AND 9 OPEN SPACE LOTS, LOCATED
AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF RACQUET CLUB ROAD AND
ZANJERO ROAD, IN SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4
EAST:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21441 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING FINAL MAP 31940 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF RACQUET CLUB ROAD AND ZANJERO
ROAD, IN SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST, AND
APPROVING A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH
PALM SPRINGS MODERN HOMES IV, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED
LIABILITY COMPANY;" and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. A5178. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar, noting the business related abstention of Councilmember
Pougnet.
2.Q. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E)
AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE 2005/2006 ANNUAL SLURRY
SEAL, CITY PROJECT 05-19:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
2.R. ACCEPTANCE OF BOGERT TRAIL RIGHT-OF-WAY WITHIN
ANDREAS HILLS PHASES 4 AND 5, SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 5
SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
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2.S. PROPOSED CHANGE ORDERS FOR EXPANDSION/HOLDROOM —
SECURITY CHECKPOINT PHASE III (PART 2) AIP 3-06-0181-37,
CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT A4925 WITH ANTAR-
COM/SYSTEMS INTEGRATION, INC., FOR ADDITIONAL
CONSTRUCTION WORK; CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT
NO. A5094 WITH AMD CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., FOR
ADDITIONAL CONSTRUCTION WORK; AMENDMENT NO. 12 TO
AGREEMENT NO. A4382, WITH GENSLER ARCHITECTURAL
SERVICES, FOR ADDITIONAL DESIGN WORK; AND CHANGE
ORDER NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5167, WITH SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA SOILS & TESTING, INC., FOR ADDITIONAL MATERIAL
AND TESTING:
Withdrawn from the Agenda at the request of staff.
2.T. EXPANSION TERMINAL/HOLDROOM-ADD CHECKPOINT PHASE III
(PART 2), CITY PROJECT NO. 2005-10, AIP 3-06-0181-38:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.J. COGENERATION PLANT ELECTRICAL CERTIFICATION SERVICES:
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the feasibility of
increasing the output of the plant and costs to operate.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7757, Approving the purchase of
testing, repair and certification services for the protective relays, circuit
breakers, transformers and meters at the City's cogeneration facilities
from Power Engineering Services Inc. in an amount not to exceed
$42,000.00; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute any necessary
documents to effectuate the purchases. Motion Councilmember Foat,
seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried.
2.K. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY FLOOD
CONTROL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT AND CRV
MONTE SERENO, LP, RELATED TO CONSTRUCTION OF RIP-RAP
CHANNEL LINING IMPROVEMENTS ALONG PALM CANYON WASH,
IDENTIFIED AS PALM CANYON WASH, STAGE 6, TRACT NO. 30046,
PROJECT NO. 6-0-0040-06:
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7758, Approving a Cooperative
Agreement with the Riverside County Flood Control and Water
Conservation District, and CRV Monte Sereno, L.P., a California limited
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partnership, associated with the construction, operation, and maintenance
of flood control improvements adjacent to the Palm Canyon Wash,
identified as 'Palm Canyon Wash, Stage 6", Tract No. 30046, Project No.
6-0-0040-06, subject to final changes by the City Attorney and County
Counsel; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary
documents. A5175. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by
Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried.
21. AIRPORT CAPITAL PROJECTS, FAA AIP 3-06-0181-39, 5% LOCAL
FUNDING MATCH, $118,900 BUDGET AMENDMENT:
Richard Walsh, Director of Aviation, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: Airport
Fund retained earnings and capital expenditure reserves.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21439, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2005-06." Motion Councilmember
Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously
carried.
2.M. REHABILITATION OF COMMUTER APRON, CITY PROJECT 2005-11:
Richard Walsh, Director of Aviation, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: engineers
estimate and budget.
ACTION: 1) Approve Minute Order No. 7759, Awarding to Granite
Construction, the construction contract for the rehabilitation of commuter
apron, City Project No. 2005-11, AIP 3-06-0181-39, in the amount of
$2,178,000, subject to Federal Aviation Administration approval; and 2)
Authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
A5176. Motion Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by
Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried.
2.N. APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT OF $350,000 TO THE MOTOR
VEHICLE REPLACEMENT RESERVES FOR THE PURCHASE OF CITY
VEHICLES AND SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT:
Troy Butzlaff, Assistant City Manager Administration, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: prior year
vehicle purchases and current short-fall.
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ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21440, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2005-06." Motion Councilmember Mills,
seconded by Councilmember Foat and unanimously carried.
2.Q. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E)
AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR THE 2005/2006 ANNUAL SLURRY
SEAL, CITY PROJECT 05-19:
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on certain streets needing
additional work beyond slurry seal.
ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7761, Approving the plans,
specifications and working details for the 2005/2006 Annual Slurry Seal,
City Project 05-19, and authorizing staff to advertise and solicit bids.
Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet
and unanimously carried.
2.R. ACCEPTANCE OF BOGERT TRAIL RIGHT-OF-WAY WITHIN
ANDREAS HILLS PHASES 4 AND 5, SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 5
SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST:
David Barakian, City Engineer, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
The City Council thanked the homeowner associations and staff for their
efforts regarding this item and following through to completion.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21442 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
ACCEPTING DEDICATIONS OF RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR BOGERT TRAIL
FROM PROPERTY OWNERS WITHIN ANDREAS HILLS PHASES 4
AND 5, TRACT 8132, SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 4
EAST, AND THE DECLARATION OF BOGERT TRAIL BETWEEN
REDFORD DRIVE AND ANDREAS HILLS DRIVE AS A PUBLIC
STREET;" 2) Direct the Director of Planning Services to proceed with a
variance as necessary to effectuate the dedication of Bogert Trail to the
City as a public street, and the resulting creation of legal, non-conforming
structures within the R-1-C Zone with regard to front yard setbacks; and 3)
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. Motion
Councilmember Mills, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch and
unanimously carried.
ACTION: Continue past the tentative 10:00 P.M. adjournment time. Motion
Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember Mills and
unanimously carried.
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2.T. EXPANSION TERMINAL/HOLDROOM-ADD CHECKPOINT PHASE III
(PART 2), CITY PROJECT NO. 2005-10, AIP 3-06-0181-38:
Richard Walsh, Director of Aviation, provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following:
packaging the program and repackage with a planned phase-in according
to budget.
ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7762, Rejecting all bids and releasing
bid bonds, and direct staff to re-package and re-bid the Expansion
Terminal/Holdroom-Add Checkpoint Phase III (Part 2), City Project No.
2005-10, AIP 3-06-0181-38. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Councilmember Pougnet and unanimously carried.
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4.. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING — PALM SPRINGS POLICE
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION:
City Manager Ready provided background information as outlined in the
staff report dated October 19, 2005.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21443, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE TO
WAGES, HOURS, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF
EMPLOYMENT FOR EMPLOYEES IN THE PALM SPRINGS POLICE
MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (PSPMA), FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1,
2005 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2007, SUBJECT TO UNIT'S RATIFICATION
AND EXECUTING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING."
A5179. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
McCulloch and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
5.13. AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE AND SALE OF PUBLIC ARTWORK
BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND BUSCHLEN MOWATT
GALLERIES, LLC:
City Manager Ready and John Raymond, Director of Community and
Economic Development, provided background information as outlined in
the staff report dated October 19, 2005.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following as it relates
to the proposed purchase: vote of the Public Arts Commission and the
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Airport Commission, funding mechanisms, artist background, moving one
or more of the pieces, lack of interest and participation from other cities in
the Valley.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7763, Approving an Agreement with
Buschlen Mowatt Galleries, LLC, to purchase public artwork of three
Corten steel sculptures by Jean Claude Farhi in the amount of $190,000
subject to final approval of the City Attorney; 2) Adopt Resolution No.
21444 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2005-06; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute the
agreement. A5177. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Councilmember Pougnet and carried on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Mills, Councilmember Pougnet, Mayor Pro
Tern McCulloch and Mayor Oden.
NOES: Councilmember Foat.
ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: None.
5.C. REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE FOR
THE SDC, LLC TAHQUITZ CREEK GOLF COURSE HOTEL PROJECT:
ACTION: Appoint Mayor Oden to the City Council Subcommittee for the
SDC, LLC Tahquitz Creek Golf course Hotel Project. Motion Mayor
Oden, seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried
on a roll call vote.
Mayor Oden left the dais at 10:27 P.M.
5.D. REQUEST FROM CABALLEROS TO PROVIDE POLICE SECURITY
AND WAIVE COSTS FOR A BENEFIT CONCERT OCTOBER 22, 2005
FROM 6:00 TO 10:00 PM AT PALM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL:
ACTION: Direct staff to provide the service and waive the associated
costs/fees. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by
Councilmember Mills and carried on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet.
NOES: Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch.
ABSTAIN: None.
ABSENT: Mayor Oden.
Mayor Oden returned to the dais at 10:30 P.M.
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C:OUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Councilmember Foat requested a Study Session for the construction of Downtown and
commented on the possibility of creating a Task Force regarding the sale of the
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Councilmember Mills requested staff report on an Ordinance or a
program/recommendations with respect to "Party Houses," short-term rentals in
residential zones.
Mayor Oden, Councilmember Pougnet and Councilmember Foat commented on short-
term rentals.
Councilmember Mills commented on scalping and directed staff to look at alternatives
with CVAG.
Councilmember Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch and Mayor Oden commented on
scalping.
City Manager Ready recommended he request CVAG place this on a CVAG agenda to
develop a model ordinance for the Coachella Valley.
Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch requested the City Manager provide some recommendations
for a letter or resolution regarding the recent closing of mental health facilities in the City
of Palm Springs.
Mayor Oden outlined the activities and events attended by the Mayor's Office.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 10:47 P.M. to a City Council Cabinet
Meeting at 6:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 26, 2005, Council Chamber, preceded by a
Closed Session at 5:00 P.M., City Hall, Small Conference Room, 3200 East Tahquitz
Canyon Way.
ND APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
2 DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2005.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION/CABINET-COUNCIL MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2005
COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Oden called the meeting to order at 6:01 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch led the Pledge.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch and Mayor Oden.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Attorney Holland, and City Clerk
Thompson.
PRESENTATIONS:
Mayor Oden and the City Council Proclaimed October 30, 2005 as Change your Smoke
Alarm Batteries while Changing Your Clock day in the City of Palm Springs.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as presented. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded
by Councilmember Foat and unanimously carried.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland stated the City Council did not
hold a Closed Session prior to the Study Session.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
E=VAN MATZNER, Palm Springs, spoke regarding a development in Palm Springs and
the placement of boulders near an adjoining property.
RICHARD KAY, Palm Springs, spoke regarding the placement of boulders adjacent to
his property on Milo drive in Palm Springs.
TRISHA SANDERS, Palm Springs, commented on her campaign and the November 8tn
election.
C:OUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS: None.
Councilmember Foat requested staff follow-up with resident Richard Kay.
Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch commented on the Grand Opening of the Wal*Mart Super
Center in Palm Springs,
Councilmember Pougnet acknowledged City employees receiving complement cards in
the month of October.
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Mayor Oden acknowledged Councilmember Mills for his participation and award in the
World Championship Senior Softball League in Palm Springs; and outlined the activities
and events attended by the Mayor's office.
Mayor Oden commented on the Roses for Rosa Parks memorial held at City Hall.
Mayor Oden and the City Council requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of
Rosa Parks.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: None.
SS1. COUNCIL/CABINET -- BOARD AND COMMISSION REPORTS:
VillageFest Board:
Scott Meredith, Vice Chair, VillageFest Board, provided an update to the City
Council on the activities of the Board. Vice Chair Meredith reported on: the new
coordinator, event safety and increased revenues, and vendor participation and
success.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: moving vendors
toward the center of the street, and a certified farmers market component.
Public Arts Commission:
Janice Kleinschmidt, Chair, Public Arts Commission, provided an update to the
City Council on the activities of the Commission. Chair Kleinschmidt reported on:
a stage installation at Desert Fashion Plaza and a backdrop of murals, Paints
and Chutes Annual Art Show, future acquisitions at Sunrise Park, transferring of
pieces to the newly renovated Convention Center, provided an update of art in-
lieu projects and maintenance of the rain-maker fountain.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the annual amount expended
for public art per year, independent appraisal or process when art is purchased,
insurance of public art, and artwork installed at the Wal*Mart Super Center.
Planning Commission:
Dianne Marantz, Chair, Planning Commission, provided an update to the City
Council on the activities of the Commission. Chair Marantz reported on:
modifications to executive staff in the Planning Department, streamlining the
agenda and study session process, and the neighborhood notification process.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the progress made on the
noticing and public information, the positive comments from the community and
developers.
Parks and Recreation Commission:
Lauri Aylaian, Chair, Parks and Recreation Commission, provided an update to
the City Council on the activities of the Commission. Chair Aylaian reported on
the parks element of the General Plan, improving the security and safety at
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Sunrise Park, leaseback of O'Donnell Golf Course for use by the public,
development of a policy to waive fees for special events, Golf Course Resort
Hotel, and announced the upcoming events.
The City Council requested the City Manager report on a new program in Sunrise
Park; and discussed and/or commented on long-term safety solutions for our
parks, batting cages at Demuth Park and the new Wellness Park.
Library Board:
Ronald Willison, Vice Chair, Library Board, provided an update to the City
Council on the activities of the Board. Vice Chair Willison reported on: updating
the collection and user policies, current news-events at the library and the
blocking of certain sites on library computers, upcoming events and the new
brochure, feasibility study for existing facility.
The City Council congratulated staff and the Board for the new library calendar
and upcoming events, and recommended the Library Board work with Public Arts
Commission with regard to the placement of the sculpture between the Library
and the Mizell Senior Center.
Human Rights Commission:
Joseph Aguanno, Chair, Human Rights Commission, provided an update to the
City Council on the activities of the Commission. Chair Aguanno reported on:
community forums held to hear concerns on topical issues in the Nation and local
issues, community action projects, and mediation services offered to the
community.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the `Hate Free City Project."
Historic Site Preservation Board:
William Scott, Vice-Chair, Historic Site Preservation Board, provided an update to
the City Council on the activities of the Board. Vice-Chair Scott reported on: other
organizations and committees in Palm Springs that participate in Historic Site
Preservation, upcoming events, update on development projects, requested that
one senior-planner position be designated to historic preservation for planning
projects in the City.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the preservation of Class 3
Buildings as opposed to being on the Historic Site Survey, and training with the
Realtor Boards in Palm Springs.
Airport Commission:
Robert Elsner, Chair, Airport Commission, provided an update to the City Council
on the activities of the Commission. Chair Elsner reported on security, financial
and budgetary report, air-service development and opportunities, improvement
grants and capital improvements.
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Administrative Appeals Board:
Bernard Sherwyn, Member, Administrative Appeals Board, provided an update to
the City Council on the activities of the Board. Board Member Sherwyn reported
on a recent appeal case and requested the City Council consider expanding the
responsibilities of the Board to other areas and administrative citations.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS: None.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 7:46 P.M. in memory of Rosa Parks
to its next Regular Meeting at 6:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 2, 2005, Council
Chamber, preceded by a Closed Session at 5:00 P.M., City Hall Small Conference
Room, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
2'ND DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2005.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk