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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California 92262
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AGENDA
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October 5, 2005 ' 4:30 PM CLOSED SESSION
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Ron Oden, Mayor
Mike McCulloch, Mayor Pro Tern
Ginny Foat, Councilmember
Chris Mills, Councilmember
Steve Pougnet, Councilmember
City of Palm Springs Vision Statement: Palm Springs aspires to be a unique world class desert
community, where residents and visitors enjoy our high quality of life and a relaxing experience. We
desire to balance our cultural and historical resources with responsible, sustainable economic growth and
to enhance our natural desert beauty. We are committed to providing responsive, friendly and efficient
customer service in an environment that fosters unity among all our citizens.
David H. Ready, City Manager
James Thompson, City Clerk
Douglas C. Holland, City Attorney Craig Graves, City Treasurer
Troy Butzlaff, Assistant City Manager Thomas Wilson, Assistant City Manager
Any person who wishes to speak regarding an item on the agenda or on a subject within the City's
jurisdiction during the "Public Comments" portion of the agenda must file a "Speaker Card" with the City
Clerk BEFORE that portion of the agenda is called. Although the City Council/Community
Redevelopment Agency Members values your comments, pursuant to the Brown Act, it generally cannot
take any action on items not listed on the posted agenda.
Testimony for Public Hearings will only be taken at the time of the hearing. Any person who wishes to
speak on a Public Hearing must file a "Speaker Card" with the City Clerk BEFORE the Public Hearing is
called.
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contact the Office of the City Clerk at(760)323-8204.
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4:30 P.M. CITY COUNCIL/COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER:
PUBLIC COMMENT: This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the
City Council on Items contained only on the Closed Session Agenda.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: See Closed Session Agenda.
6:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop 262.
INVOCATION: Reverend Richard Drasen, Palm Springs Church for Today.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENTATIONS:
Officer Thomas Beckert, Certificate of Appreciation.
Tom Spengler, CEO, Granicus Inc., demonstration of video streaming.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA: The City Council will discuss the order of the agenda,
may amend the order, add urgency items, note abstentions or "no" votes on consent calendar
items, and request consent calendar items be removed from the consent calendar for
discussion. The City Council may also remove items from the Consent Calendar prior to that
portion of the Agenda.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.A. CONSIDERATION OF THE FORMATION OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND TO
INCUR BONDED INDEBTEDNESS IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$21,000,000:
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS APPROVING AND
ORDERING THE EXECUTION OF THAT CERTAIN JOINT
COMMUNITY FACILITIES AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS
CLASSIC, LLC AND DESERT WATER AGENCY; AND MAKING
CERTAIN FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH."
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October 5,2005
Page 3
2. Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS DETERMINING
THE VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, ESTABLISHING
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS; AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A
SPECIAL TAX WITHIN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO.
2005-2 (ESCENA) OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS;
ESTABLISHING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT; AND TAKING
CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS RELATING TO SAID DISTRICT."
& Adopt Resolution No. _, "A RESOLUTION 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,
CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION TO SUBMIT TO THE
QUALIFIED ELECTORS WITHIN SAID DISTRICT THE
QUESTION OF LEVYING OF A SPECIAL TAX AND ISSUANCE
OF BONDED INDEBTEDNESS WITHIN THE DISTRICT."
4. Following public testimony, if any, at the Public Hearing, direct the
City Clerk to open and tabulate all valid ballots received by the City
Clerk related to the formation of Community Facilities District 2005-
2 (Escena) of the City of Palm Springs, and to announce the results
of the special election.
5. Adopt Resolution No. _, "A RESOLUTION 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,
DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ELECTION
ORDERING THE LEVYING OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE
DISTRICT; AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDED
INDEBTEDNESS; AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF A
NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN."
6. Adopt Resolution No. _, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, APPROVING AND
ORDERING THE EXECUTION OF THAT CERTAIN ACQUISITION
AND FUNDING AGREEMENT RELATING TO COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 (ESCENA) OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS; AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS AND
DETERMINATIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH."
7. Introduce on first reading of Ordinance No. „ "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
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October 5,2005
Page 4
PALM SPRINGS AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES
WITHIN SAID DISTRICT."
8. Authorize the City Manager and Director of Finance to execute all
necessary documents.
1.B. CASE 5.1065 / TTM33561 / CASE 5.1029 PD 315 — AN APPLICATION
BY P.S. VENTURE INDIAN CANYON SAN RAFAEL, LLC FOR A
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE GENERAL
COMMERCIAL (GC) DESIGNATION TO ALLOW RESIDENTIAL AND
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT AT THE PROPOSED SPECIFIC SITE
ONLY, A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO SUBDIVIDE APPROXIMATELY
20 ACRES, AND A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT TO
CONSTRUCT 211 RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUMS AND
APPROXIMATELY 10,000 SQUARE FEET OF COMMERCIAL
LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF INDIAN CANYON
DRIVE AND SAN RAFAEL, ZONE C-M, SECTION 35, APN 669-330-
038:
PUBLIC COMMENT: This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the
City Council/Community Redevelopment Agency Members on Consent Calendar and other
Agenda items; and items of general interest within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City.
Although the City Council/Community Redevelopment Agency Members value your comments,
pursuant to the Brown Act, it generally cannot take any action on items not listed on the posted
agenda. Three (3) minutes assigned for each speaker. Testimony for Public Hearings will only
be taken at the time of the hearing.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS: This portion of the meeting is set
aside for general comments, announcements, requests of staff, and/or other issues of concern
from members of the City Council,
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: This time is set aside for the City Manager to update the City
Council on important items initiated by staff or previously requested by the City Council.
The City Council will recess and convene as the City of Palm Springs Community
Redevelopment Agency.
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CONSENT CALENDAR:
RA1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Community Redevelopment Agency
Minutes of September21, 2005.
RA2. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A0472C, LICENSE FOR
PERFORMANCE OF REMEDIATION WORK BY GEIGER, LLC ON AGENCY-
OWNED LAND AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL
AND RAMON ROAD:
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October 5,2005
Page 5
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. "A RESOLUTION OF THE
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT
NO. A0472C, A LICENSE BETWEEN THE AGENCY AND GEIGER, LLC FOR
PERFORMANCE OF REMEDIATION WORK ON AGENCY OWNED LAND
LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL AND
RAMON ROAD." A0472C.
RA3. AGENCY PARTICIPATION IN MOBILE HOME PARK RESIDENT OWNERSHIP
PROGRAM (MPROP) LOANS FOR EL DORADO MOBILE HOME PARK UP
TO A MAXIMUM OF $150,000:
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION OF THE
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALMS,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE CALIFORNIA MOBILE
HOME PARK RESIDENT OWNERSHIP PROGRAM (MPROP) LOANS TO
LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS OF EL DORADO MOBILE COUNTRY ESTATES
TO EFFECTUATE THE PURCHASE OF THEIR LOTS, IN AN AGGREGATE
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $150,000, AND GRANT THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR AUTHORITY TO SIGN ALL ESCROW DOCUMENTS NECESSARY
TO COMPLETE THE TRANSACTIONS."
NEW BUSINESS:
RA4. SELECTION OF A DEVELOPER AND APPROVAL OF AN EXCLUSIVE
AGREEMENT TO NEGOTIATE FOR A 5.7 ACRE AGENCY OWNED PARCEL
AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ANDREAS ROAD AND CALLE EL
SEGUNDO FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING A FOUR-STAR HOTEL
AND CONDOMINIUMS, MERGED REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA NO.
2:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Receive a 15-minute presentation from each
Developer (order selected at random); 2) Receive public comment; 3) Adopt
Resolution No. "A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT TO NEGOTIATE
WITH FOR THE DISPOSITION OF A 5.7f ACRE AGENCY OWNED
PARCEL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A FOUR-STAR HOTEL AND
CONDOMINIUM PROJECT ADJACENT TO THE CONVENTION CENTER AT
THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF CALLE EL SEGUNDO AND ANDREAS ROAD,
MERGED PROJECT AREA NO. 2;" and 4) Authorize the Executive Director to
execute all necessary documents in a form acceptable to the Agency Counsel
and enter into developer-funded contracts for the purpose of appraisals,
environmental review, and project review on behalf of the Agency for the purpose
of this project. A_
Adjourn as the City of Palm Springs Community Redevelopment Agency and reconvene
as the City Council.
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October 5,2005
Page 6
CITY COUNCIL
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
The following routine matters may be acted upon by one motion. Individual items may
be removed by the Council for separate discussion at this time or under Approval of the
Agenda. The title is deemed to be read and further reading waived on any ordinance
listed on the consent calendar for introduction or adoption.
2.A. REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and File Report on the Posting of the
October 5, 2005, City Council Agenda.
2.13. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the City Council Minutes of September 7,
2005, September 21, 2005, and September 28, 2005.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY
WARRANTS NUMBERED 1007985 THROUGH 1007994 IN THE
AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $33,048.77 DRAWN ON BANK OF
AMERICA;" 2) Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS
NUMBERED 1008026 THROUGH 1008300 IN THE AGGREGATE
AMOUNT OF $2,098,630.01 DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;" and 3)
Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD
ENDED 09-10-05 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 409232 THROUGH
409312 TOTALING $84,515.83, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED
1007995 THROUGH 1008025 TOTALING $132,401.65, TWO WIRE
TRANSFERS FOR $60,711.32, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH
DEBITS OF $808,655.58 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF
$1,086,284.38 DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA."
2.1). SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
NO. 1671, AMENDMENT TO TITLE 12, CHAPTER 12.56 RESTRICTED
USE OF CERTAIN STREETS:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Waive further reading; and 2) Adopt Ordinance
No. 1671, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 12.56.042 OF THE PALM
SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE (PSMC) ADDING TEN STREETS TO THE
LIST OF STREETS WHERE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES EXCEEDING
CERTAIN DESIGNATED WEIGHTS ARE PROHIBITED."
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October 5,2005
Page 7
2.E. AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND RELATED
SERVICES FOR VIDEO STREAMING TO GRANICUS INC.:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Approve Minute Order No. , Waiving
further competition and authorizing the purchase of video streaming
equipment and related services to Granicus Inc. in the amount of
$76,466.25; 2) Approve Minute Order No. , Authorizing the
purchase of two servers in the amount of $7,960.44 to Dell Computers; 3)
Approve Minute Order No. , Authorizing the installation of CAT5 and
touchscreen devices in Council Chamber in the amount of $4,899.67 to
Sound Image, Inc.; and 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute any
necessary documents to effectuate the purchases.
2.F. ESTABLISHING FRIENDSHIP TIES WITH THE CITY OF QINGYUAN,
GUANGDONG PROVINCE, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA:
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING FRIENDSHIP TIES WITH THE CITY OF
QINGYUAN, GUANGDONG PROVINCE, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF
CHINA."
2.G. AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AGREEMENT NO. A4123 WITH VEOLIA
WATER NORTH AMERICA-WEST, LLC:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. , Approving
Amendment No. 5 to Agreement No. 4123 with Veolia Water North
America-West, LLC extending the term of the agreement through June 30,
2007, and making certain modifications to the original agreement. A4123;
and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary
to effectuate the amendment to the agreement. A4123.
2.H. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2005:
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and File Treasurer's Investment Report as
of August 31, 2005.
2.1. REQUEST BY GRESHAM, SAVAGE, NOLAN AND TILDEN FOR A
RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY IN ORDER
TO SELL ALCOHOL AT THE WAL*MART SUPERCENTER LOCATED
AT 5601 EAST RAMON ROAD, ZONE M-1, SECTION 20:
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE
AND NECESSITY IN ORDER TO SELL ALCOHOL AT THE WAL*MART
LOCATED AT 5601 EAST RAMON ROAD, ZONE M-1, SECTION 20."
2.J. SUPPLEMENTAL LEASE AGREEMENT NO. 3 TO GSA LEASE NO.
GS-0913-01291 FOR NEW TRANSPORTATION SECURITY
ADMINISTRATION (TSA) OFFICE SPACE CURRENTLY UNDER
CONSTRUCTION, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER
INTO A SUBSEQUENT SUPPLEMENTAL LEASE AGREEMENT TO
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Page 8
ESTABLISH BENEFICIAL OCCUPANCY UNDER THE EXISTING
LEASE RATES, CITY AGREEMENT NO. A4582:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. , Approving
Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 3 to GSA Lease No. GS-09B-01291
for new TSA office space currently under construction and authorize the
City Manager to enter into a subsequent Supplemental Lease Agreement
to establish beneficial occupancy under the existing lease rates, City
Agreement No. A4582; and 2) Authorize City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. A4582.
2.K. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO THE CONTRACT SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH DMC DESIGN GROUP, INC., APPROVAL OF
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND
AUTHORIZATION TO BID FOR "PHASE 1" OF THE MESQUITE
AVENUE WIDENING PROJECT, CITY PROJECT 94-17:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. Approving
Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. 4724 with DMC Design Group, Inc.,
for an additional amount of $30,750.00, for a total contract price of
$174,625.00; 2) Adopt Minute Order No. , Approving the plans,
specifications and working details for "Phase 1" for the Mesquite Avenue
Widening Project, CP 94-17, and authorizing staff to advertise and solicit
bids; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary
documents. A4724.
2.L. AWARD BID FOR WELLNESS PARK LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. , Approving a
contract for landscape maintenance of Wellness Park with Pac West Land
Care, Inc in the amount of $3,177 per month for 8 months for a total cost
of $25,416; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary
documents. A
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR: Items removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate discussion are considered at this time.
3. LEGISLATIVE:
3.A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL
CODE CHAPTER 9.61 TO CLARIFY VOLUNTARY PARCEL
MERGERS:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Waive the reading of the Ordinance text in its
entirety and introduce by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading
Ordinance No. , "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
AMENDING SECTIONS 9.61.020, 9.61.030, 93.63.040, AND 93.63.060
OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO MERGERS
OF CONTIGUOUS PARCELS OF LAND."
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October 5,2005
Page 9
3.13. PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL
CODE SECTION 2.22.020(B), REGARDING CERTAIN
QUALIFICATIONS FOR VILLAGEFEST BOARD MEMBERS:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Waive the reading of the Ordinance text in its
entirety and introduce by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading
Ordinance No. , "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
AMENDING SECTION 2.22..020(B), REGARDING CERTAIN
QUALIFICATIONS FOR VILLAGEFEST BOARD MEMBERS."
3.C. PROPOSED ORDINANCE REGULATING THE TYPE OF ANIMALS
THAT CAN BE KEPT IN THE CITY:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Waive the reading of the Ordinance text in its
entirety and introduce by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading
Ordinance No. "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."
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS:
5.A. SPONSORSHIP OF THE SENIOR SOFTBALL WORLD SERIES BIDS
FOR 2006:
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS,
CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE SPONSORSHIP OF THE SENIOR
SOFTBALL WORLD SERIES FOR 2006."
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS: Additional reports, general comments,
announcements, requests of staff and/or issues of concern to Councilmembers are briefly
presented at this time.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council will adjourn to a City Council Study Session and
Adjourned Regular Meeting at 6:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 12, 2005, Council
Chamber, preceded by a Closed Session at 5:00 P.M., City Hall, Small Conference
Room, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ISSUES
1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR:
A. Desert Fashion Plaza—Wessman Development
A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, to enable the
Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palm Springs ("Agency") to consider
negotiations with John Wessman relative to that certain real property located on the
northwest corner of Palm Canyon Drive and Tahquitz Canyon Way known as the Desert
Fashion Plaza, and to give direction to its negotiator, David Ready, City Manager, regarding
the price and terms of payment relative to this property.
B. Oasis Hotel — Brandenburg-Lyle
A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, to enable the
Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palm Springs ("Agency") to consider
negotiations with Steve Lyle, representing Brandenburg-Lyle, and to give direction to its
negotiator, David Ready, City Manager, relative to the price and terms of payment for certain
property known as the Oasis Hotel located at the corner of Tahquitz Canyon Way and Palm
Canyon Drive.
C. 4109 E. Palm Canyon Drive—VIP Motors
A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, to enable the
Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palm Springs ("Agency") to consider
negotiations with Jerry Johnson, representing VIP Motors, and to give direction to its
negotiator, David Ready, City Manager, relative to the price and terms of payment for
commercial property located at 4109 E. Palm Canyon Drive.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL— EXISTING LITIGATION: None.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS ISSUES
3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR:
A. Golf Course Hotel —SECO/SDC
A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, to enable the
City Council to consider negotiations with Bill Swank, Sr., Managing Partner of SECO/SDC,
and give direction to its negotiator, David'Ready, City Manager, relative to that certain real
property known as the Tahquitz Creek Legends Course Parking Lot and Driving Range,
located on Golf Club Drive, regarding the price and terms of payment for this property.
B. 115 Acre Parcel Located at the Northwest Corner of Indian Canyon Drive and Tramview
Road
A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8, to enable the
City Council to consider negotiations with Gail Acheson, Field Director, Bureau of Land
Management, and give direction to its negotiator, David Ready, City Manager, relative to
that certain real property located at the northwest corner of Indian Canyon Drive and
Tramview Road.
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION:
A. Exposure to Litigation —Two Cases
A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b) (1) and (3)
(A) (B), because there is significant exposure to litigation in two cases.
B. Possible Initiation of Litigation —Two Cases
A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c), because the
City is considering whether to initiate litigation in two cases.
5. PERSONNEL MATTERS:
A. Conference with Labor Negotiator— Represented Units
A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, with David
Ready, the City's labor negotiator, regarding negotiations with the General Unit and Palm
Springs Police Management Association.
B. Conference with Labor Negotiator— Unrepresented Employees
A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, with David
Ready, the City's labor negotiator, regarding negotiations with unrepresented employees
(Department Heads).
If additional information is needed, please contact Marilynn Hannon in the Office of the Assistant City Manager at
7601323-8202. It is the intention of the City of Palm Springs to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) in all respects. If, as an attendee or a participant at this meeting, you will need special assistance beyond what
is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact Phil
Kaplan, 323-8219, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to inform ors of your particular needs and to determine if
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