HomeMy WebLinkAbout3/16/2011 - STAFF REPORTS - 2L RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING SB 138
THE CALIFORNIA DESERT PROTECTION ACT OF 2011,
CALLING FOR THE PROTECTION OF WILDERNESS,
WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS, NATIONAL MONUMENTS,
AND NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE ADDITIONS IN
THE CALIFORNIA DESERT.
WHEREAS, it has been proposed that certain unique, undeveloped, ecologically
and geologically significant, culturally and scenic areas of public land within the
California Desert Conservation Area are preserved as wilderness, wild and scenic
rivers, national monuments and /or National Park and Preserve additions; and
WHEREAS, it is in the interest of the City of Palm Springs to preserve nearby
open space and wild areas outside the boundaries of the City for the benefit and
enjoyment of its residents; and
WHEREAS, wilderness designation has been shown to increase tourism and
attract new residents, thereby generating substantial economic benefits for nearby
communities through local employment and tax revenue; and
WHEREAS, the. proposed designation will contribute to our region's superior
desert and mountain vistas, air quality, water quality, peaceful soundscapes, and dark
night skies; and
WHEREAS, desert wilderness and wild rivers are an important component of our
community's historic, cultural, economic and social identity; and
WHEREAS, protected public lands will provide local residents and visitors with
opportunities for many recreational activities, including hiking, horseback riding, rock
climbing, photography, camping, orienteering, wildlife viewing, scientific research, and
nature study; and
WHEREAS, protecting wild places would ensure that future generations can
enjoy them tomorrow as we do today; and
WHEREAS, designating off highway vehicle recreation areas ensures
responsible use of natural resources
WHEREAS, preserving these areas would protect landscapes that encompass
steep mountains, winding canyons, free flowing rivers, and rugged desert landscapes,
including the proposed Golden Valley, Kingston Range, Indian Pass, Palo Verde
wilderness additions, the Great Falls Basin, Slate Range, Avawatz Mountains, Soda
Mountains, Buzzard's Peak, Milpitas Wash wilderness areas, the Sand to Snow and
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Mojave Trails National Monuments, the Castle Mountains addition to the Mojave
National Preserve, wilderness additions to Death Valley National Park, additions to
Joshua Tree National Park, and Deep Creek, Holcomb Creek, Whitewater River and
Surprise Canyon wild and scenic rivers.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, that the City of Palm Springs endorses and supports the
designation of wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, national monuments and the National
Park and Preserve wilderness additions within the California Desert Conservation Area.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY THE PALM SPRINGS CITY
COUNCIL THIS 16TH DAY OF MARCH, 2011.
DAVID H. READY, CITY MANAGER
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS )
I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, hereby certify that
Resolution No. is a full, true and correct copy, and was duly adopted at a regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs on the 16 h day of March, 2011,
by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
City of Palm Springs, California