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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 2005
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Oden called the meeting to order at 6:08 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Boy Scout Troop 262 led the Pledge.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember Foat, Councilmember Mills, Councilmember
Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch, Mayor Oden.
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Ready, Assistant City Manager Butzlaff, City Attorney
Holland, City Clerk Thompson, City Treasurer Graves.
PRESENTATIONS:
Ilene Schimmel, Coachella Valley TIP Program, recognized the efforts of the Senior
Citizen volunteers in the City of Palm Springs.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Councilmember Foat requested Item 2.H. be removed from the Consent Calendar for
discussion.
Councilmember Pougnet requested Items 2.D., 2.E., and 2.J. be removed from the
Consent Calendar for discussion.
Councilmember Mills requested Items 2.L. and 2.Q. be removed from the Consent
Calendar for Discussion.
ACTION: Accept the Agenda as amended. Motion Councilmember Pougnet,
seconded by Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried.
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Holland reported that at 4:00 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
received reports, and no reportable actions were taken.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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I.A. CASE 5.1037, PD 309, TTM33161 - AN APPLICATION BY SHERMAN
ASSOCIATES, OWNER FOR A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP AND
PRELIMINARY PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR A
SUBDIVISION OF 5.95 ACRES AND FOR DEVELOPMENT OF 32
DETACHED RESIDENTIAL UNITS, A PRIVATE STREET AND
iPAVEMENT, COMMON SPACE, AND A MINI PARK LOCATED
Item No. 2 . B .
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BETWEEN LAS VEGAS ROAD AND RADIO ROAD WEST OF INDIAN
CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R2, SECTION 34, APN 669-441-013:
Diane Bullock, Principal Planner provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated July 6, 2005.
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Mayor Oden opened the Public Hearing and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
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MARVIN ROOS, representing Applicant, stated they are in support of the
project as proposed with the recommendations of the Planning
Commission, and the proposed restrictions and mitigation measures.
JAMES BARTLETT, stated his support for the project and he is available
to answer any questions.
MARIA SONG, Interactive Design Corporation, stated her support of the
project, and commented on the breaks in the walls that compliment the
modern design.
No further speakers coming forward, the Public Hearing was closed.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following issues: the
unanimous vote of the Planning Commission, under-grounding the utilities,
construction hours, architectural style, concerns with regard to Radio
Road orientation, curb face to wall spacing of 10 feet and landscaping,
zoning of surrounding area, and price-point.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21328, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
i CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS APPROVING CASE
5.1037 TTM33161-AN APPLICATION BY SHERMAN ASSOCIATES FOR
i A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP AND PRELIMINARY PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, TO SUBDIVIDE 5.95 ACRES INTO 32 LOTS
FOR FUTURE CONSTRUCTION OF 32 DETACHED RESIDENCES,
LOCATED BETWEEN LAS VEGAS ROAD AND RADIO ROAD WEST OF
INDIAN CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R2, SECTION 34, APN 669-441-013;"
noting a recommended change during the final review process in the wall
configuration on Radio Road, as shown on the site-plan not the landscape
plan, and correcting construction hours by not allowing construction on
Sundays or holidays; and 2) Order filing of the Notice of Determination,
pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), regarding
the Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for this project. Motion
Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Pougnet and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1.13. AMENDMENT TO THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT FOR
(A) CASE 5.1044 TO CHANGE THE DESIGNATION FROM P AND L4
TO M15 LOCATED ON APPROXIMATELY 12 ACRES SOUTH OF
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CALLE RICARDO, NORTH OF CAMINO PAROCELA, EAST OF EL
PLACER, AND WEST OF PASEO DOROTEA, AND (B) CASE 5.1043
TO CHANGE THE DESIGNATION FROM L2 TO L4 LOCATED IN A
PORTION OF THE MESA TRACT:
Diane Bullock, Principal Planner provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated July 6, 2005.
Mayor Oden opened the Public Hearing and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
VIRGIL HAVENER, Applicant, stated he is in support of the zoning change
and is available to answer any questions.
ROXANN PLOSS, questioned the zoning change surrounding the South
Palm Canyon area.
No further speakers coming forward, the Public Hearing was closed.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following issues: Calle
de Ricardo as zoned M15, boundaries of the area in the Mesa District,
noticing of the properties in the Mesa District, references to the General
Plan Steering Committee, modification to Palm Canyon zoning in 1993,
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21329 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA TO RE-
DESIGNATE APPROXIMATELY 12 ACRES SOUTH OF CALLE DE
RICARDO, NORTH OF CAMINO PAROCELA, EAST OF EL PLACER,
AND WEST OF PASEO DOROTEA, FROM P (PROFESSIONAL) AND L-
4 (LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL 4 UNITS PER ACRE) TO M15
(MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL 12-15 UNITS PER ACRE) FOR THE
PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 3760 CALLE DE CARLOS, AND 4022
CALLE DE CARLOS AND SURROUNDING AREA, AND RE-DESIGNATE
A PORTION OF THE MESA TRACT FROM L2 (LOW DENSITY
RESIDENTIAL UNITS PER ACRE) TO L4 (LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
4 UNITS PER ACRE) FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1901 SOUTH
PALM CANYON DRIVE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA" amending
Exhibit A by modifying the boundaries to El Camino on the North, South
Palm Canyon on the East, Camino Carmelita on the South, and Mesa on
the West, as designated as L4; and Exhibit B to indicate only the South
side of Calle De Ricardo designated as M15; and 2) Order filing of the
Notice of Determinations regarding the Environmental Assessments and
Negative Declarations that have been prepared for these projects. Motion
Mayor Pro Tem McCulloch, seconded by Councilmember Mills and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
1.C. CASE TPM32261 AN APPLICATION BY BOB AND REBECCA LA
VENIA FOR A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP FOR THE SUBDIVISION OF
APPROXIMATELY 0.538 ACRES OF LAND IN TWO LOTS OF
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APPROXIMATELY 0.269 ACRES EACH, LOCATED AT 1901 SOUTH
PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-1-C, SECTION 27:
Matthew Feske, Principal Planner provided background information as
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Mayor Oden opened the Public Hearing and no speakers coming forward
' the Public Hearing was closed.
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ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21330, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 32261, SUBDIVISION
APPROXIMATELY 0.538 ACRES OF LAND IN TO TWO LOTS OF
APPROXIMATELY 0.269 ACRES EACH, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL
AND ADOPTION OF THE GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (CASE
i 5.1044) BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
1901 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-1-C, SECTION 27"
Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills and
iunanimously carried on a roll call vote.
I.D. CASE 5.1039 APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION
FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE ACCESSORY
COMMERCIAL USE TO AN EXISTING HOTEL OF LESS THAN 100
ROOMS, SPECIFICALLY THE SALE OF ALCOHOL AT THE POOL
BAR AND MINI-BARS IN THE ROOMS, 4 SPA ROOMS, AND
INCIDENTAL RETAIL SALES OF APPROXIMATELY 24 SQUARE FEET
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PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3, SECTION 23:
Matthew Feske, Principal Planner provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated July 6, 2005.
r Mayor Oden opened the Public Hearing and the following speakers
addressed the City Council.
RICH CAMPBELL, Horizon Hotel, Applicant, overviewed the objectives in
granting the 12-month Conditional Use Permit to sell alcohol and stated
his support of the restrictions placed on the proposed-use by the Planning
Commission.
JOSEPH SCHIENBHOLZ, Palm Springs, Appellant, stated he is appealing
on behalf of the residents of La Paz Homeowners Association, he
commented on the open house and stated he did not get invited to a
public meeting as indicated by the Applicant, expressed concerns with
supervision.
CLAUDETTE HINRICKS, Palm Springs, read a letter in opposition to the
construction and operation of a pool-side bar at the location.
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ETHEL LOCK, Palm Springs, stated she lived right behind the pool and
expressed concerns regarding noise and the selling of alcohol in a
neighborhood hotel.
RICH CAMPBELL, Applicant Rebuttal, addressed staffing issues at the
proposed pool-side bar and ancillary services, and commented on the
notification to the neighbors.
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JOSEPH SCHIENBHOLZ, Appellant Rebuttal, commented on the
supervision, and requested a 7 to 8 foot wall should be between the
i properties if the City Council upholds the CUP.
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No further speakers coming forward, the Public Hearing was closed.
The City Council commented and/or discussed the following issues:
noting the bar hours as indicated in Condition 11, allowing a higher wall
between the properties and the height of landscaping, use of alcohol with
a non-licensed facility, the issuance and timing of a CUP, location of the
! pool bar on the property, clarification of the 24 feet of retail, sound barrier,
safeguards built into the conditions.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21331, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
UPHOLDING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO
APPROVE CASE 5.1039 — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE
ACCESSORY COMMERCIAL USE LOCATED WITHIN THE HOTEL AND
IS LESS THAN 20% OF THE GROSS FLOOR AREA SUBJECT TO THE
CONDITIONS STATED, TO SELL ALCOHOL AT THE POOL BAR AND
IN MINI-BARS WITHIN THE GUEST ROOMS, SPA, AND INCIDENTAL
RETAIL SALES IN THE LOBBY OF THE HOTEL, LOCATED AT 1050
EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE, ZONE R-3, SECTION 23." Motion
Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
The City Council recessed at 8:03 PM.
The City Council reconvened at 8:13 PM.
1.E. APPLICATION BY SOUTHWESTERN INVESTMENTS, LLC, OWNER,
ON BEHALF OF GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA, LESSEE FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A
SECONDHAND STORE OPERATED BY A CHARITABLE
ORGANIZATION LOCATED AT 150 SOUTH SUNRISE WAY, ZONE
CDN, SECTION 13, APN 502-161-004, CASE NO. 5.1048:
Diane Bullock, Principal Planner provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated July 6, 2005.
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The City Council discussed noticing of the business owners in the
complex, and requested the zoning issues go before the Planning
Commission, and the vote of the Planning Commission.
ACTION: Continue the Public Hearing, refer to the Planning Commission
to determine if a Thrift Store is an acceptable use in a CDN zone, and
direct staff to Notice the business owners in the complex of future
hearings in writing. Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Mayor
Pro Tern McCulloch and carried on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmembers Foat and Pougnet, Mayor Pro Tern
McCulloch.
NOES: Councilmember Mills and Mayor Oden.
ABSTAIN: None.
1.F. PLACEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT FEES ON THE
PROPERTY TAX ROLLS:
ACTION: 1) Continue the Public Hearing to July 20, 2005; and 2) Direct
the City Clerk to post a Notice of Continued Public Hearing. Motion
Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember Foat and
unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
VIC GAINER, Palm Springs, commented on the City Council appointments to the
Boards and Commissions, and the sale of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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i JANICE SMITH, Palm Springs, commented on the sale of the Wastewater Treatment
Plant and SB557.
ROXANN PLOSS, Palm Springs, commented on the City Council appointments to the
Boards and Commissions and SB557
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TIM ALBERT, Palm Springs, thanked the City Council for his appointment to the Palm
i Springs International Airport Commission and a recent article in the Desert Sun.
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COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REQUESTS: None.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: None.
The City Council recessed at 8:51 PM as the City of Palm Springs Community
Redevelopment Agency.
JOINT PUBLIC HEARING (CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY):
RA3. APPROVAL OF A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH
VIP MOTOR CARS, INC., AND PARTNERS LAND DEVELOPMENT, LLC, AN
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ARKANSAS LIMITED LIABILITY CORPORATION, FOR THE DISPOSITION
OF AN 8-ACRE PARCEL, MERGED REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA 1:
John Raymond, Director of Community and Economic Development provided
background information as outlined in the staff report dated July 6, 2005.
Mayor Oden opened the Public Hearing and no speakers coming forward the
Public Hearing was closed.
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21332, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA CONCURRING
WITH THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGARDING THE
APPROVAL OF A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH
VIP MOTOR CARS, LTD. AND PARTNER LAND DEVELOPMENT, LLC."
Motion Councilmember Foat, seconded by Councilmember Mills and
unanimously carried.
The City Council reconvened at 8:55 PM.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR:
ACTION: Approve Items 2.A., 2.B., 2.C., 2.F., 2.G., 2.1., 2.K., 2.M., 2.N., 2.0.,
and 2.P. Motion Councilmember Pougnet, 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 Agenda, July 6,
2005 City Council Agenda. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
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2.13. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
ACTION: Approve the City Council Minutes of June 29, 2005. Approved
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as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.C. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
I ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21333, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD
ENDED 06-18-05 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 408736 THROUGH
408808 TOTALING $73,170.86, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED
1006176 THROUGH 1006205 TOTALING $134,496.35. TWO WIRE
TRANSFERS FOR $55,128.48 AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS
OF $792,459.18 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,055,254.87
DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA." Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.1). CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH LYNCO ASSOCIATES
FOR REPAIRS OF THE RAINMAKER FOUNTAIN AT FRANCES
STEVENS PARK:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
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2.E. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT NO. 4605, WITH MOTOROLA
COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS, INC., EXTENDING THE
TERM FOR ONE-YEAR FOR MOTOROLA 800 MHZ RADIO SYSTEM
SUPPORT:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
2.F. SYSTEM SUPPORT FOR CANON RECORDS MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7701, approving the purchase of
hardware and software support for the Records Management System from
Canon Business Solutions Inc., of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, for an
additional one-year period (FY 2005/2006) in the amount of $26,500 for
software support and $8,581 for hardware support, for a total amount of
$35,081; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary
documents. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.G. AUTHORIZE MISCELLANEOUS ROUTINE FISCAL YEAR 2005-06
EXPENDITURES:
ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7702, approving the expenditure of
funds appropriated in the Fiscal Year 2005-06 operating budget to
vendors as identified on Exhibit "A" in amounts exceeding the City
Manager's $25,000 authority limits. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.H. APPROVE FINAL MAP 28495 AND SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT WITH
TUSCANY HEIGHTS, LLC, FOR 15 SINGLE FAMILY HOMES AND ONE
OPEN SPACE LOT, LOCATED AT THE WEST END OF RACQUET
CLUB ROAD, IN SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
2.1. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. A4998 WITH PARSONS
TRANSPORTATION GROUP, INC. FOR A PRELIMINARY
PLANNING/PRE-ENGINEERING/DESIGN FOR FEDERAL INSPECTION
SERVICES (FIS) FACILITY, TERMINALITICKETING EXPANSION, AND
FULLY-AUTOMATED EXPLOSIVE DETECTION SYSTEM (EDS)
REMOTE FACILITY STUDY:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7703, approving Amendment No. 2
to Construction Management Services Agreement No. 4998 with Parsons
i Transportation Group, Inc. to provide a preliminary planning/pre-
engineering/design for Federal Inspection Services (FIS) facility,
terminal/ticketing expansion, and fully-automated Explosive Detection
System (EDS) remote facility study at a cost not to exceed $100,000.00.
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
A4998. Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
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2.J. AWARD OF BID IFB 05-03 FOR PALM TREE TRIMMING AT VARIOUS
LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
2.K. TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF MAY 31, 2005:
ACTION: Receive and File Treasurer's Investment Report as of May 31,
2005, Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.L. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF A RIDER SWEEPER FOR USE BY
THE CONVENTION CENTER:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
2.M. AWARD PURCHASE OF T-SHIRTS, SWEATSHIRTS, JACKETS, CAPS,
AND JERSEYS FROM AMA ENTERPRISES:
ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7706, approving the purchase of T-
shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, caps, and jerseys from AMA Enterprises, on a
unit price basis, not to exceed $35,000 per year, for a three year period
with two one-year optional renewals. Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.N. PURCHASE OF NATURAL GAS:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7707, authorizing the City Manager
to enter into an agreement for the purchase of natural gas; and 2)
Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5127.
Approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
2.0. NATURAL GAS TRANSMISSION CHARGES:
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7708, approving an agreement with
Southern California Gas Company for the delivery of natural gas for two
years at the GT-F tarriffed rate schedule; and 2) Authorize the City
Manager to execute all necessary documents. A5128. Approved as
part of the Consent Calendar.
2.P. CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS FROM FISCAL YEAR 2004-05 TO
FISCAL YEAR 2005-06:
ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 21335, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS FROM FISCAL YEAR
2004-05 TO FISCAL YEAR 2005-06." Approved as part of the Consent
Calendar.
2.Q. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF A BACKHOE/LOADER FOR USE BY
' THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT:
Removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:
2.13. CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH LYNCO ASSOCIATES FOR
REPAIRS OF THE RAINMAKER FOUNTAIN AT FRANCES STEVENS PARK:
John Raymond provided background information as outlined in the staff report
dated July 6, 2005.
The City Council discussed and/or commented on the following: public bathing
ordinance, regular preventative maintenance schedule and a warranty period.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7699, approving a Contract Services
Agreement subject to final approval by the City Attorney, with Lynco Associates
in the amount of $35,000; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. A5125. Motion Councilmember Pougnet, seconded
by Councilmember Mills and carried on a roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmembers Foat, Mills, and Pougnet, Mayor Oden.
NOES: Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch.
ABSTAIN: None.
2.E. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT NO. 4605, WITH MOTOROLA
COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS, INC., EXTENDING THE TERM FOR
ONE-YEAR FOR MOTOROLA 800 MHZ RADIO SYSTEM SUPPORT:
Police Chief Jeandron and Fire Chief Goetz provided background information as
outlined in the staff report dated July 6, 2005 and the impacts of purchasing a
new system.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Minute Order No. 7700, approving Amendment No. 3 to
Agreement No. 4605 with Motorola, for maintenance support of the Motorola 800
Mhz radio system from Motorola Communications and Electronics, Inc., of Wood
Dale, IL, extending the term for an additional one-year period (FY 2005/2006) in
the amount of $75,002; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all
necessary documents. Motion Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by
Councilmember Mills and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.H. APPROVE FINAL MAP 28495 AND SUBDIVISION AGREEMENT WITH
i TUSCANY HEIGHTS, LLC, FOR 15 SINGLE FAMILY HOMES AND ONE
OPEN SPACE LOT, LOCATED AT THE WEST END OF RACQUET CLUB
ROAD, IN SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST:
Marcus Fuller Senior Civil Engineer, provided background information as outlined
in the staff report dated July 6, 2005.
The City Council commented on early construction noise.
ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 21334, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
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FINAL MAP 28495 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE WEST END OF
RACQUET CLUB ROAD, IN SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4
EAST, AND APPROVING A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
WITH TUSCANY HEIGHTS LLC; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute
all necessary documents. A5126. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by
Councilmember Pougnet and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.J. AWARD OF BID IFB 05-03 FOR PALM TREE TRIMMING AT VARIOUS
LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS:
The City Council discussed the removal of seed pods and the inclusion of Palm
Trees on Palm Canyon from the City boundary to Vista Chino.
ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7704, awarding Bid (IFB) 05-03 for Palm Tree
Trimming at various locations in the City of Palm Springs to Desert View Tree
Service on a unit price basis of $18.50 per tree for a projected total cost of
$55,093. Motion Councilmember Pougnet, seconded by Councilmember
Mills and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.L. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF A RIDER SWEEPER FOR USE BY THE
CONVENTION CENTER:
The City Council discussed if the Item was reviewed by Fleet Review Committee.
ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7705, approving the purchase of one Model
640 Rider Sweeper for use by the Convention Center from Tennant Sales and
Service in the amount of $29,385.44. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded
by Councilmember Pougnet and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
2.Q, APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF A BACKHOE/LOADER FOR USE BY THE
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT:
l ACTION: Adopt Minute Order No. 7709, approving the purchase of one
Caterpillar Backhoe Model 420D-02 from Johnson Machinery in the amount of
$85,525.40. Motion Councilmember Mills, seconded by Councilmember
Pougnet and unanimously carried on a roll call vote.
3. LEGISLATIVE: None.
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4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
5. NEW BUSINESS: None.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
Mayor Pro Tern McCulloch commented on the Commission and Board appointments.
Mayor Oden commented on the sale of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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Councilmember Mills requested the Public Arts Commission investigate the purchase of
the Airport Sculptures on Kirk Douglas Way which have been on loan to the City.
Mayor Oden commented on the recent events attended by the Mayor's Office, and
requested the speaker, Linda Simpson, V.P. Hilton Hotels, be scheduled to speak at a
community meeting in lieu of a Study Session.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council adjourned at 9:38 PM to a City Council Study
Session and Adjourned Regular Meeting at 6:00 P.M., Wednesday, July 13, 2005,
Council Chamber, preceded by a Closed Session at 4:30 P.M., City Hall, Small
Conference Room, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way.
APPROVED BY A MOTION OF THE PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL THIS
13th, DAY OF JULY, 2005.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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