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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2011
Council Chamber
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the meeting to order at 9:32 a.m.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Hutcheson, Mayor Pro Tern
Weigel, and Mayor Pougnet.
ABSENT: Councilmember Mills.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, City Treasurer Kiehl, City Clerk Thompson.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
NEW BUSINESS
1. JOINT ITEM OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING TWO COOPERATIVE
AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE PALM
SPRINGS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO PROVIDE FOR
ADMINISTRATIVE, OPERATIONAL, AND STAFFING COSTS AND CERTAIN
EXISTING DEBT OBLIGATIONS:
Suzanne Harrell, City/Agency Financial Consultant, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated January 18, 2011.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following with respect to
the Agreements: requested staff clarify the portion of staff costs to the Agency,
the long term nature of the agreements, other cities/agencies that are holding
special meetings for similar agreements, prudence of entering into the
agreements to memorialize the current status, and requested staff comment on
potential actions of the Governor and the State Legislature.
ACTION CITY COUNCIL: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22853, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS PROVIDING
FOR ADVANCE AND REIMBURSEMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND
OVERHEAD EXPENSES;" AND 2) Adopt Resolution No. 22854, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
Special Meeting Minutes
January 18,2011
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PROVIDING FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN AGENCY FUNDED
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS," amending each agreement by adding a Section to
read "It is the intent of the City Council and the Board of the Community
Redevelopment Agency for this agreement to be effective July 1, 2010, but in no
event, not later than January 18, 2011." A6051. A6052. Motion Mayor Pro Tern
Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Foat and unanimously carried (4-0)
on a roll call vote, noting the absence of Councilmember Mills.
ACTION REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 1413, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS PROVIDING FOR ADVANCE AND
REIMBURSEMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND OVERHEAD EXPENSES;" and
2) Adopt Resolution No. 1414, "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS PROVING FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN AGENCY
FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS," amending each agreement by adding a
Section to read `It is the intent of the City Council and the Board of the
Community Redevelopment Agency for this agreement to be effective July 1,
2010, but in no event, not later than January 18, 2011." A6051. A6052. Motion
Vice Chair Weigel, seconded by Agency Member Foat and unanimously
carried (4-0) on a roll call vote, noting the absence of Agency Member Mills.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council and Community Redevelopment Agency adjourned
at 9:51 a.m. to the next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, January 19, 2011, at 6:00 P.M.
Council Chamber, City Hall, preceded by a Closed Session, at 4:30 P.M., in the Small
Conference Room, City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
ND APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
2 DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2011.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2011
Council Chamber
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pougnet called the meeting to order at 6:08 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, Assistant City Attorney Petteruto, and City
Clerk Thompson.
PRESENTATIONS: City Auditors Lance, Soil & Lunghard presented the City's Financial
Audit for Fiscal Year 2009-10,
Mayor Pougnet announced the upcoming 2011 Annual State of the City Address and
the Community Visioning Workshops.
Councilmember Foat provided an update on the recent Women's Leadership Forum
"Giriz and Our Leaders" event and the Human Rights Commission Community Awards.
Mayor Pougnet provided an update on the 2011 Palm Springs International Film
Festival and related events, and the Michael Douglas Icon Award event.
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development, announced the
new City Donation Program,
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: Assistant City Attorney Petteruto stated 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.
City Council Minutes
January 19, 2011
Page 2
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Mayor Pougnet requested Items 2.D. and 2.J. be removed from the Consent Calendar
for separate discussion.
Councilmember Foat requested Items 2.J. and 2.1-1. be removed from the Consent
Calendar for separate discussion, and noted her abstention on Consent Calendar Item
2.1.
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. DESIGNATE THE "CARY GRANT ESTATE" LOCATED AT 928 NORTH
AVENIDA PALMAS AS A HISTORIC SITE (HSPB 75) APPLICATION
BY DR. JANE COWLES SMITH:
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated January 19, 2011, and
noted some minor errors in the Resolution for correction.
Mayor Pougnet opened the public hearing, and the following speakers
addressed the City Council,
DR. JANE COWLES SMITH, Palm Springs, outlined the characteristics of
the property, the process of rehabilitation, and requested the City Council
designate the property as a Class 1 Historic Site.
STEVE SOBOTTA, stated he was part of the team in the restoration of the
property, commented on the restoration, and requested the City Council
designate the property as a Class 1 Historic Site.
No further speakers coming forward, the public hearing was closed.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22855, " A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 928 NORTH AVENIDA
PALMAS ("CARY GRANT ESTATE") AS A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE,
CASE NO, HSPB 75," amending the Resolution to correct minor
typographical errors, the property description and address, and removing
the reference to the mailbox replica. Motion Mayor Pro Tern Weigel,
seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and unanimously carried
on a roll call vote.
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January 19, 2011
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PUBLIC COMMENT:
BETSY FURRER, Palm Springs, commented on the City's Resident Discount Card
policy, and requested the City Council modify the criteria to qualify for a discount card.
JOEL DOUGLAS, requested the City Council authorize a stop sign at Chino and
Belardo, and commented on the retirement of Police Chief David Dominguez.
CHARLES STRAUSS, commented on Item S.A., Resolution of Public Convenience,
stated this is a request to move the present location up the street two blocks to the new
location, and requested City Council approval.
SAMI MARTIN, commented on the condition of the Club House building at the Palm
Springs Country Club, and the owner's responsibilities and lack of maintenance.
DONNA BUCKINGER, commented on the condition of the Club House building at the
Palm Springs Country Club, the owner's responsibilities and lack of maintenance.
MAURICE SIMON CAHN, commented on human entropy.
NANCY STUART, provided the City Council an update on the Palm Springs Aerial Tram
and the Board of the San Jacinto Winter Park Authority.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Foat requested the City Manager schedule and conduct a public
meeting with the residents of the Palm Springs County Club, and provided a status
report with respect to the activities at Roy's Desert Resource Center.
Councilmember Mills requested a report that summarizes the damages and causes of
the recent flooding at Indian Canyon and Vista. Chino, any legal action that may be
pursued by the City against CVWD, and requested an update on the previous wind
damage claim and the replacement of the trees at the parks.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: City Manager Ready requested Dave Barakian, City
Engineer, provide an update on the Interstate 10 and Indian Canyon Interchange
construction project, and the City improvements on flood assessment ratings which
related to reduced flood insurance rates for residents in the City.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
ACTION: Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.E., 2.F., 2.G., 2.1., 2.K., and 21.
Motion Councilmember Hutcheson, seconded by Councilmember Mills 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 January 19, 2011,
City Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
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January 19, 2011
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2.13. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the City Council Minutes of January 5, 2011.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 22856, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD
ENDED 12-11-10 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 416285 THROUGH
416311 TOTALING $47,277.96, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED
1046012 THROUGH 1046033 TOTALING $126,482.10, FIVE WIRE
TRANSFERS FOR $57,630.74, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH
DEBITS OF $1,253,887.62, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF
$1,485,278.42, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 2) Adopt Resolution
No. 22857, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS
AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1046034 THROUGH
1046300 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2,936,414.27, DRAWN
ON BANK OF AMERICA;" 3) Adopt Resolution No. 22858, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1046301 THROUGH 1046386
IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,278,024.52, DRAWN ON BANK
OF AMERICA;" 4) Adopt Resolution No. 22859, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD
ENDED 12-25-10 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 416312 THROUGH
416340 TOTALING $44,321.52, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED
1046387 THROUGH 1046389 TOTALING $1,754.20, ONE WIRE
TRANSFER FOR $1,360.37, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS
OF $1,182,733.93, IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,230,170.02,
DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" and 5) Adopt Resolution No. 22860,
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1046390 THROUGH 1046489
IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $407,265.76, DRAWN ON BANK OF
AMERICA." Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.E. FISCAL YEAR 2009-10 AUDIT REPORTS:
ACTION: Receive and file. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.F. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2010:
ACTION: Receive and file the Treasurer's Investment Report as of
November 30, 2010. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
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January 19, 2011
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2.G. AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5672 WITH
SWATT/MIERS ARCHITECTS FOR ADDITIONAL ARCHITECTURAL
SERVICES AT THE ANIMAL CARE FACILITY:
ACTION: 1) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. A5672 with
Swatt/Miers Architects for additional architectural services at the Animal
Care Facility; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary
documents. A5672. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.1. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5937 WITH THE SPANISH
INN, INC. EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT:
ACTION: 1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A5937 with
The Spanish Inn extending the term of the Agreement; and 2) Authorize
the City Manager to execute the Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement.
A5937. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar, noting the
abstention of Councilmember Foat.
2.K. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5215 WITH ACE
PARKING MANAGEMENT, INC. FOR AIRPORT PARKING
MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR A FIVE YEAR PERIOD:
ACTION: 1) Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A5215 with
ACE Parking Management, Inc. for airport parking management services
for the period February 1, 2011, through January 31, 2016; and 2)
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5215.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.L. COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ITEM TO AWARD A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR THE COMMUNITY
DESIGN PROCESS AND MASTER PLANNING:
ACTION: 1) Approve an Agreement with MIG, Inc., in the amount of
$75,887.00 for community design and master planning services for the
Desert Fashion Plaza and Town & Country Properties in Downtown Palm
Springs; and 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute the
Agreement. A6055. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.D. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 1784,
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO CHANGE THE DESIGNATION OF AN
APPROXIMATE 12 ACRE PORTION OF PLANNING AREA 4 TO PLANNING
AREA 3 IN THE ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREA, SPECIFIC PLAN
(ESA-SP) ZONE AND ADOPTING THE DESERT PALISADES SPECIFIC
PLAN:
Councilmember Foat re-stated her concerns regarding the project, and requested
the City Council consider amending the Conditions of Approval that would
provide for a 75% reduction in the restoration surety, should the owner not
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January 19, 2011
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commence infrastructure construction and improvements until 10% of the lots
have been sold.
ACTION: Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1784, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE ZONING MAP TO CHANGE THE DESIGNATION OF AN
APPROXIMATELY 12 ACRE PORTION OF PLANNING AREA 4 TO PLANNING
AREA 3 IN THE ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREA SPECIFIC PLAN
(ESA-SP) ZONE AND ADOPTING THE DESERT PALISADES SPECIFIC PLAN
WHICH MODIFIES THE DENSITY AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR
PLANNING AREA 4 OF THE ESA-SP ZONE; LOCATED IN THE VICINITY OF
TRAM WAY AND WEST OF THE WESTERN TERMINUS OF RACQUET CLUB
ROAD, SECTION 4 (IL)." Motion Mayor Pro Tern Weigel, seconded by
Councilmember Mills and carried 4-1 on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmember Hutcheson, Councilmember Mills, Mayor Pro Tern
Weigel, and Mayor Pougnet.
NOES: Councilmember Foat.
2.1-1. AWARD CONTRACT TO BOND BLACKTOP, INC. FOR THE 2010-11
ANNUAL SLURRY SEAL PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $423,313.20 (CP
10-09):
Councilmember Foat commented on the condition of Alejo Road, and requested
staff consider adding Alejo Road to the list for slurry seal.
Mayor Pougnet requested staff address the status of the repairs performed by
this contractor for previous slurry seal projects in the City.
Councilmember Mills stated the project as bid is $27,000 under budget, and
requested staff address if the savings can be used to slurry seal additional roads
under this contract.
ACTION: 1) Approve an agreement with Bond Blacktop, Inc. in the amount of
$423,313.20 for the 2010-11 Annual Slurry Seal Project (CP 10-09); and 2)
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A6054. Motion
Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Hutcheson and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.J. IMPROVEMENTS AND UPGRADES TO CITY PARKS AND SWIM CENTER
UTILIZING PARKS BOND ACT OF 2002, PROPOSITION 40 IN THE AMOUNT
OF $338,333:
Mayor Pougnet requested staff identify the projects that will be completed with
the Parks Bond Act Funding.
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Mayor Pro Tern Weigel stated the City Council has made park improvements a
goal of the City Manager, stated the improvements will be funded with grant
funds, and requested the City Manager bring forward the non-smoking ordinance
in City Parks for City Council discussion and consideration.
ACTION: 1) Approve the proposed projects for City Parks and Swim Center
Improvements and Upgrades; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents in accordance with procurement procedures to expedite
approved improvements and upgrades. Motion Councilmember Mills,
seconded by Mayor Pougnet and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
4.A. MUSEUM MARKET PLAZA SPECIFIC PLAN MONTHLY UPDATE:
Tom Wilson, Assistant City Manager, provided a verbal update on the
Museum Market Plaza Specific Plan, and noted the upcoming visioning
process and workshops.
No action taken.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. RITE AID CORPORATION RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE
OR NECESSITY TO SELL BEER, WINE, AND DISTILLED SPIRITS FOR
CONSUMPTION OFF PREMISES (TYPE 21 ALCOHOL LICENSE) AT
THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED PHARMACY LOCATED AT 111 SOUTH
SUNRISE WAY (CASE 5.1256 PCN):
Craig Ewing, Director of Planning Services, provided background
information as outlined in the staff report dated January 19, 2011.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel stated this location is planned for this use, and it is
appropriate at this location.
Councilmember Hutcheson requested staff look at developing standards
or guidelines for the issuance of Resolutions of Public Convenience or
Necessity.
Councilmember Foat stated this is not a new license, and noted her
support.
Mayor Pougnet stated it may be difficult for staff to develop guidelines as
each location is unique, and noted his support for this resolution.
Councilmember Mills noted the request is to move an existing license,
stated it would be difficult for staff to develop guidelines, but requested the
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Planning Department review the process for any way to streamline the
license process and make the process faster and business friendly, and
stated his support for the license for this site.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 22861, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, OF PUBLIC
CONVENIENCE IN ORDER TO SELL BEER, WINE, AND DISTILLED
SPIRITS FOR OFF SITE CONSUMPTION (TYPE 21 ALCOHOL
LICENSE) AT A RETAIL STORE LOCATED AT 111 SOUTH SUNRISE
WAY (CASE 5.1256 PCN)." Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by
Councilmember Hutcheson.
5.6. OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY 2010 ANNUAL REPORT:
Michele Mician, Sustainability Manager, and Sustainability Commission
Chair Nichols, provided background information in the staff report dated
January 19, 2011, and the 2010 Progress Report on Sustainability.
Councilmember Foat commented on a-waste disposal.
Councilmember Hutcheson thanked the Sustainability Commission and
staff for their efforts, and requested staff address the progress of the
ESCO.
Mayor Pougnet commented on the activities of other cities and the
utilization of Palm Springs programs and materials.
ACTION: Receive and File. By consensus of the City Council.
5.C. REVIEW AND DISCUSSION OF THE RESIDENT DISCOUNT FEE
POLICY:
Mayor Pougnet stated he requested staff review the current policy,
provided background information and requested the City treat all property
owners as equal.
Mayor Pro Tern Weigel stated his support for the Mayor's comments and
his support to modify the policy to provide a discount for property owners
within the City.
Councilmember Hutcheson stated his support to modify the policy.
Councilmember Foat requested staff address the policies of other
surrounding cities with respect to a discount card, and stated her support
for modification to allow for property owners to qualify for the discount
card.
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Councilmember Mills recommended the City Council modify the criteria
that will allow proof of land ownership within the City to qualify for a.
Discount Card.
ACTION: 1) Direct staff to prepare documents for City Council approval to
amend the current policy to allow property owners in the City of Palm
Springs to qualify for a Discount Card; and 2) Direct staff to
administratively implement the policy as soon as feasible. Motion Mayor
Pro Tern Weigel, seconded by Councilmember Mills and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pougnet requested staff provide an update on the City's Preserve America award
and the sign presented to the City by the White House.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 8:25 p.m. to Wednesday, February 2,
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 2nd
DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2011.
STEPHEN P. POUGNET, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JAMES THOMPSON, CITY CLERK