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REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY STAFF REPORT
DATE: April 15, 2009 CONSENT CALENDAR
SUBJECT: APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR FACADE IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM FOR THE DOWNTOWN AND UPTOWN AREAS
FROM: David H. Ready, City Manager/Executive Director
BY: Community & Economic Development Department
SUMMARY
Staff recommends the City Council approve $50,000 in additional funding for the
downtown and uptown Facade Improvement program. The Facade Improvement
Program boundaries correspond to the Business Improvement District boundaries and
extend into sections of Merged Project Areas #1 and #2. (The North Palm Canyon,
South Palm Canyon, Tahquitz Canyon, Andreas, and Area 9-A Constituent Areas). The
program has been well received and has helped more than 40 business owners make
exterior improvements to their storefronts that would not have been possible during this
current economic climate.
RECOMMENDATION:
1) Approve an additional $50,000 funding (for a revised total of $150,000) for the
Facade Improvement Program;
2) Direct the Finance Director to appropriate $50,000 from Unscheduled Capital
Projects (Merged Area No. 1) 81 1-81 91-50000 to the Facade Improvement
Program,
STAFF ANALYSIS:
In order to be more responsive to the needs of the business community in the
downtown and uptown areas, the Business Retention Subcommittee, lead by Council
members Foat and Hutcheson, recommended developing a Facade Improvement
Program. On November 5, 2008 the City Council approved guidelines establishing the
Facade Improvement Program and a funding allocation of $50,000. On March 4, 2009
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City Council Staff Report
(April 15, 2008 -- Page 2)
(Downtown Facade Improvement Program Guidelines)
the City Council approved an additional $60,000 bringing the total for the program to
$100,000.
Program Overview:
The Downtown and Uptown Facade Improvement Program is designed to encourage
improvement and investments that contribute to the overall revitalization effort in the
Business Improvement District Area. The program features grants to finance all or a
portion of a property owner or tenant's exterior improvements. If the Agency provides
the entire project funding, the maximum grant is $2,500. However, applicants are
encouraged to match Agency funds, which increase the maximum grant to $5,000.
Since the inception of the program, 43 facade improvement applications have been
received totaling $141,460, which exceeds the current funds set aside for the program.
The applicants receive their grant when the work is completed and show evidence of
payment. Currently, $55,693 has been either paid out (closed files) or have active
agreements committing the reimbursement grant. The balance ($85,947) of the funds is
in various stages of approval. There are some applicants who have not submitted all
the paperwork required to execute the reimbursement agreement, but are counted in
the system until their application is withdrawn. And, there are other applicants who are
under review by Architectural Advisory Committee or other permitting approval process.
The types of improvements being done under the program include: exterior painting,
sign refurbishing and replacements; awnings - new and replacements; glass/window
replacement; replace/repair decorative wall; and landscaping.
The City Council appropriated 525,000 at the adoption of the 2008-09 budget. A budget
adjustment in January 2009 added an additional 525,000 to bring the total program
budget to $50,000. On March 4, 2009 City Council approved adding $50,000 to bring
the program budget to $100,000. Staff is requesting an additional $50,000 in funding to
expand the Facade Improvement Program to $150,000, which will get us through the
current fiscal year.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There will be no' impact to the General Fund. Funds are available in Merged Area #1
Unscheduled Capital, which has a balance of$98,717.00.
Cathy Van rn
Economic Development Ad inistrator
David H. Ready, City _ ger� Tom Wilson,Assistant City Manager
Attachment: City/Agency Facade Improvement Program Guidelines and Application
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THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS/
PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
EXTERIOR PROPERTY OWNER/TENANT IMPROVEMENT GRANTS
The City of Palm Springs and its Community Redevelopment Agency have
developed a Downtown and Uptown Property Improvement Program designed to
encourage improvement and investments that contribute to the overall
revitalization effort in the Business Improvement District Area. The Spruce-Up
Program features grants of up to $2,500 to finance all or a portion of a property
owner or tenant's exterior improvements, and could feature complimentary
design guidance for program participants, as well as an expedited design
approval process.
Eligible uses of funds are for:
• Exterior Signs (installation of new or repair or replacement of legally
installed and mounted signs; including neon or halo lit signs);
• Awnings, canopies, or sunshades (installation of new or repair or
replacement of fixed metal or fabric awnings), which could include
perpendicular wall-mounted castle banners (without signage);
• Painting or exterior surface treatment (stucco, tile, stone, or brick
replacement or repair);
• Asphalt paving, replacement or repair of tiles or decorative pavers (not
in the public right-of-way); sidewalk or courtyard repaving (not in the
public right-of-way);
• Repair or replacement of masonry walls or footings;
• Outdoor lighting (installation of new exterior lighting fixtures; repair or
replacement of existing exterior lighting fixtures);
• Installation, repair or replacement of decorative or security fencing;
• Replacement of plate glass windows; re-glazing of windows or change
of window mullions with the approval of architectural application by the
City;
• Installation or replacement of outdoor landscaping and fountains.
Uses Not Eligible:
Funds may not be used for improvements that are not permanent or mounted or
affixed to the building or the sidewalk. Ineligible uses include but are not limited
to:
• Vinyl letter signage (windows);
• Portable signs, such as sandwich board or A-frame signs; signs not
mounted or attached to storefronts;
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• Benches and trash receptacles;
• Tables, chairs, or umbrellas-
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Eligible Applicants:
Property owners or business tenants located in the Business Improvement
District area. The Business Improvement District boundaries include all
businesses on Palm Canyon Drive, north of Ramon Road and south of Tachevah
Drive along both sides of the street; Indian Canyon Drive, north of Ramon Road
and south of Alejo Road along both sides the street; Belardo Road, north of
Ramon Road and south of Alejo Road on both sides of the street; Museum Drive
on both sides of the street; Tahquitz Canyon Way west of Indian Canyon Drive
on both sides of the street; La Plaza; Andreas Plaza; Amado Road; Arenas
Road; and Baristo Road from Indian Canyon Drive west to Belardo Road an both
sides of the street,
The Community Redevelopment Agency-funded program is more expansive,
extending to areas outside the BID area north and south along Palm Canyon
Drive and Indian Canyon Drive, as well as the commercial/retail area in the
western section of Section 14. A business owner that is not the property owner
must show evidence of the right to alter the property, or consent from the
property owner.
Grant Amounts:
If the City or Agency provides all of the project funding, the maximum grant shall
be $2,500, However, applicants are encouraged to match City funds: the
maximum grant increases to $5,000 if the applicant matches the City funds with a
$2,500 private contribution. The grant increases on a dollar for dollar basis over
$2,500, up to the $5,000 cap.
Process:
Applications are available in the Department of Community & Economic
Development, The application will ask for a narrative description of the project
scope. The applicant will hire the contractor and is responsible for obtaining
design approvals. The City shall provide some assistance in scoping the project
and will reimburse the applicant for work performed, based on submittal of
evidence of work performed and paid.
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THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS/
PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
EXTERIOR PROPERTY OWNERITENANT IMPROVEMENT GRANT$
APPLICATION FORM
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Business Name:
Business Address:
Applicant's Name:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Description of Requested Improvements:
Please note that if the City or Agency
provides all of the project funding, the
maximum grant shall be $2,500. However,
applicants are encouraged to match City
funds: the maximum grant increases to
$5,000 if the applicant matches the City
funds with a $2,500 private contribution.
The grant increases on a dollar for dollar
Estimated Cost: basis over$2,500, up to the$5,000 cap.
Is this your estimated cost, or have you Amount applying for: $
obtained a bid or estimate from an
architect or contractor?
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(Please provide a copy of estimate if
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EXTERIOR PROPERTY OWNER/TENANT IMPROVEMENT GRANTS
APPLICATION FORM
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PROPERTY INFORMATION
FOR OWNER OCCUPANTS FOR TENANT/LESSEES
hereby certify that I am the owner of my I am a lessee/renter of the space for which
business property. The property is I am applying for a Fagade Improvement
vested (owned) under the following name: Grant. The owner of the property is:
Property Owner Legal Name:
Contact information for the property
Contact Informatlon: owner:
Assessors Parcel Number: Remaining years on lease term:
Assessors Parcel Number:
PROGRAM BOUNDARIES
Please Note that this is a joint City and Redevelopment Agency Program. Eligibility in the
City-funded program is limited to those businesses located in the Business Improvement
District area, defined as all businesses on Palm Canyon Drive, north of Ramon Road and
south of Tachevah Drive along both sides of the street; Indian Canyon Drive, north of Ramon
Road and south of Alejo Road along both sides the street; Belardo Road, north of Ramon
Road and south of Alejo Road on both sides of the street; Museum Drive on both sides of the
street; Tahquitz Canyon Way west of Indian Canyon Drive on both sides of the street; La
Plaza; Andreas Plaza; Amado Road; Arenas Road; and Baristo Road from Indian Canyon
Drive west to Pelardo Road on both sides of the street. For Businesses Outside that area,
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APPLICATION CHECKLIST
All applicants must provide:
❑ Application (Completed and Signed by Applicant)
❑ if incorporated, evidence that applicant has authorization to apply for program
❑ Verification of Property Ownership, if owner(Title or Deed of Trust)
D Evidence of Tenant's Right to Make Improvements, if tenant or lessee (Signed)
Q Description of Scope of Work
❑ Estimate or Bid, if available
❑ Copy of Valid Palm Springs Business License
No assistance may be provided for any contract awarded before the application is approved.
Once the application is approved by the City, the applicant must provide the following:
❑ Evidence of required permit approvals from the City of Palm Springs
❑ If claiming cash match, provide verification of funds availability (loan agreement, canceled
checks, etc.)
I hereby declare that the foregoing information is true and correct to the best of my
knowledge. I authorize the City of Palm Springs to verify the information to
determine my eligibility and to conduct an inspection of my property. I understand
that as the applicant I will hire the contractor and am responsible for obtaining
design approvals. I understand that the program provides that the City will
reimburse the applicant for work performed, based on submittal of evidence
of work performed and paid, and that neither the City nor the Redevelopment
Agency will pay contractors or vendors directly.
Applicant Dale
Mail or deliver completed application with copies of required documents to-
City of Palm Springs—Department of Community& Economic Development
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Fax 760-322-8325 or email Cathy,VanHornapalmsprings-ca.goy;
Or mail to: P.O. Box 2743, Palm Springs, CA 92263
Questions please call: 760-323-8259
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