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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4/16/2003 - STAFF REPORTS (2) CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 26, 2003 An Adjourned Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor Kleindienst, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on Wednesday, February 26, 2003, at 5:30 p.m., at which time, the City Attorney announced items to be discussed in Closed Session, and at 7:00 p.m., the meeting was convened in open session. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Mills, Oden and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: Councilmember Reller-Spurgin The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, and a Moment of Silence. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on February 21, 2003. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All Entities) - See items on Page 4 of agenda this date. PRESENTATIONS: None HOUSING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING AUTHORITY: - No Business COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Mayor declared the meeting adjourned for the purpose of convening as the Community Redevelopment Agency; after which, members reconvened as the City Council. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin present from this point on. PUBLIC COMMENTS: The following persons spoke in opposition to Item #4: Lisa Beardshear, Palm Springs Sally Songy, Palm Springs Laura Landgrebe, Rancho Mirage Becky Andelson, Indian Wells Doug Montgomery, Palm Springs Dr. Gerald Linn, Rancho Mirage Mike Andelson, Indian Wells The following persons spoke in support of Item #4: Lynn Bushore, Palm Springs Acquatics Mark Wood, Cathedral City Dave Baron, Palm Springs Council Agenda 02-26-03, Page 2 The following persons spoke in support of the former employees of the Marquis Hotel being rehired by the new owner: Francis Engler, Palm Springs Patricia Guevara, Palm Springs Antoinette Laura, Palm Springs Anceleto Castaneda, Cathedral City Arselia Aguila, Cathedral City Christina Chavez, Rancho Mirage Christy Lane, President of the Board of Canyon Estates, stated complaint of Architectural review committee regarding roofing. Aftab Dada, Hilton Hotel General Manager, Ed Svitac, and Charlie Robles, Palm Springs, stated support for the Palm Springs International Film Festival. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: None Councilmember Hodges present for this item only. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. CASE 5.0931 — PD279 —TTM30963 — CENTURY VINTAGE HOMES - APPEAL Recommendation: That the Council consider an Appeal of a Planning Commission denial for Planned Development District 279, Tentative Tract Map 30963 to subdivide 83.83 acres into a 308 parcel lot (282 gated and 26 non- gated) single family residential community, with conditions, for property located at the northeast corner of Gateway Drive and Highway 111. Councilmember Mills declared Conflict of Interest due to business client interest with applicant and left the Chamber. Mayor Kleindienst declared Conflict of Interest due to business client interest and left the Chamber. Director of Planning & Zoning reviewed the staff report. Mayor pro tem declared the Hearing open. The following persons spoke in support of the project: Renada Lee Simons, Palm Springs Mary Tremmons, Palm Springs John Pavelik, applicant Frank ?, Palm Springs Dan Blanchard, Palm Springs Lorraine Collie, Palm Springs Tom Suitt, Palm Springs Economic Development Corporation Everett Black, Palm Springs John Stiles, Palm Springs Economic Development Corporation Mike Ventura, no address given Juan Alvarez, no address given Jose Perez, no address given Council Agenda 02-26-03, Page 3 The following persons spoke in opposition of the project: Reverend Willie Holland, Palm Springs Jimmy King, Palm Springs There being no further appearances, the Hearing was closed. Resolution 20561 overruling Planning Commission decision was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Hodges and carried by the following vote, that R20561 be adopted. AYES: Members Hodges, Oden and Reller-Spurgin NO: None ABSENT: Member Mills and Mayor Kleindienst. 2. ZONING MAP AMENDMENT Case 5.0938 — PD 282 —TTM 31006 - LAGUNA PACIFIC/CANYON VISTA Recommendation: That the Council approve Planned Development District 282 in-lieu of a Change of Zone and Tentative Tract Map 31006 for the construction of 66 timeshare units with improvements for property located at the northeast corner of Murray Canyon Drive and Sierra Madre, R-2 and O zone, Section 35. Applicant Laguna Pacific — Brad Gorman; Canyon Vista — Joe Morreale. 151 Notices mailed. Director of Planning & Zoning reviewed the staff report. Mayor declared the Hearing open. The following persons spoke in support of the project: David Smith, project architect Ron Gregory, landscape architect Brad Gorman, applicant There being no further appearances, the Hearing was closed. Resolution 20562 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Oden and unanimously carried, Hodges absent, that R20562 be adopted. Council Agenda 02-26-03, Page 4 Assistant City Clerk read Title of Ordinance as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP BY APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-2 AND O TP PS282, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MURRAY CANYON DIRVE AND SIERRA MADRE, ZONE R-2 AND O, SECTION 35 After which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Oden and unanimously carried, Hodges absent, that further reading be waived and the Ordinance be introduced for first reading. COUNCIL COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/INTERAGENCY REPORTS: Councilmembers reported on various civic and community organizational meetings and events which they attended, subsequent to the last regular meeting, and announced upcoming events of community interest. LEGISLATIVE ACTION: None ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: 3. LETTER OF SUPPORT That the Council request a letter of support from the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians to the State of California for local designation of Gaming Special Distribution Funds. City Manager withdrew the item 4. COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE AMENDMENT— SWIM CENTER Recommendation: That the Council amend the Comprehensive Fee Schedule regarding fees for use of the Palm Springs Swim Center by non-profit groups. City Manager reviewed the staff report. Councilmember Oden stated the recommendation would not be supported; that approval of the item does give the wrong impression to the Community and that it is not business friendly. Resolution 20563 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Reller-Spurgin and carried by the following vote, that R20563 be adopted. AYES: Members Mills, Reller-Spurgin and Mayor Kleindienst NO: Member Oden ABSENT: Member Hodges. Council Agenda 02-26-03, Page 5 5. LETTER OF SUPPORT Recommendation: That the Council authorize a letter of support to Congresswoman Mary Bono regarding tax deductions for housing located on • Tribal Trust Land. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin declared Conflict of Interest due residential property located on Fee Land. Motion to authorize a letter of support was presented; after which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Oden and approved by the following vote. AYES: Members Mills, Oden and Mayor Kleindienst NO: None ABSENT: Member Hodges and Reller-Spurgin. ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS & REQUESTS: CITY COUNCIL reports or requests PUBLIC reports or requests STAFF reports or requests ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. BARBARAJ. WHITE Assistant City Clerk PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 5, 2003 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor Kleindienst, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on Wednesday, March 5, 2003, at 5:30 p.m., at which time, the City Attorney announced items to be discussed in Closed Session, and at 7:00 p.m., the meeting was convened in open session. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Mills, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: None The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, and an invocation by Father Andrew Green — Church of St. Paul in the Desert. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on February 28, 2003. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All Entities) - See items on Page 6 of agenda this date. PRESENTATIONS: None. HOUSING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING AUTHORITY: - No Business COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Mayor declared the meeting adjourned for the purpose of convening as the Community Redevelopment Agency; after which, members reconvened as the City Council. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Ruthie Frazee, no address given, stated that Council action should show consistency; and that variance codes are not enforced uniformly. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Oden and unanimously carried, Mills abstaining on Item 6 due to conflict of interest, that Items 1 thru 8 be adopted. Review by City Manager of Consent Items to be clarified. 1. MO 7263 approving Lease Agreement No. DTFA08-03-L-22296, and MO 7264 approving Lease Agreement No. DTFA08-03-L-22298, between the FAA and the City of Palm Springs for Visual Approach Slope Indicators (VAST) for Runway 13R/31L at the Palm Springs International Airport; term October 1, 2003 through September 30, 2023. A4661, A4662. 2. MO 7265 approving the acquisition of palm trees from Fox Nurseries, in the amount of $100,153.63, as part of the Southerly Terminal Access Roadway Security Reconfiguration at the Palm Springs International Airport, subject to 0-/ Council Agenda 03-05-03, Page 2 approval by the Federal Aviation Administration; 100% funded by FAA Grant. CP2002-20. 3. MO 7266 approving a maintenance service agreement with XCI, Inc., for the Automatic Vehicle Identification System (AVI) at the Palm Springs International Airport, for a three (3) year term; total amount of contract $39,475. A4663. 4. MO 7267 approving the purchase of sixteen (16) vehicles in the 2002/2003 Replacement Cycle from Ramsey Street Ford, through a cooperative agreement with the County of Riverside; total amount for all vehicles, including applicable sales tax of$23,347.03, is $324,599.03. 5. MO 7268 approving the issuance of a Blanket Purchase Order, not to exceed the budgeted amount approved each fiscal year, for the City's annual bulk gasoline and diesel fuel commodity requirements, to The SoCo Group, Inc., participating ' in the County of Riverside Fuel Contract RIVCO-40500-002-001-08/02 through August 2004. 6. MO 7269 approving and adopting the plans, specifications and working details, and authorize advertisement for construction bids for the Sunrise Way and Sunny Dunes Road Traffic Signal Installation, CP02-25. Mills Abstain. 7. MO 7270 approving agreement with DBX, Inc., in the amount of$120,000, for the East Palm Canyon Drive at Araby Drive/Escoba Drive Traffic Signal Modification, CP02-24. A4664. 8. Res 20564 and 20565 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims & Demands. i Note abstentions, if any: Councilmember Warrant# Payee Particular Nature of Conflict Reller-Spurgin 985027 Spurgin Spouse Mills 985039 Tenet Business related EXTENDED CONSENT AGENDA: PUBLIC HEARINGS: 9. Case No. 3.2283 and TPM 30868 BROWN AND WEINER/SOCIAL SECURITY BUILDING Recommendation: That the Council approve Tentative Parcel Map 30868, for the subdivision of 7.34 acres of land into 6 commercial lots, located at the property bounded by Ramon Road East, Paseo Dorotea, Calle Santa Cruz, and Camino Parocela, 4201 Ramon Road East, Zone P, Section 19. Applicant: Brown and Weiner a Partnership, Gary Brown and Monroe Weiner. 74 Notices Mailed. Director of Planning & Zoning reviewed the staff report. Mayor declared the Hearing open. Council Agenda 03-05-03, Page 3 Vicki Valenzula, representing applicant, stated availability for questions. There being no further appearances, the Hearing was closed. • Resolution 20566 as revised with Master Plan detail at final development stages was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried, that R20566 be adopted. 10. Case No. 5.0935 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT BMX (BICYCLE) RACING TRACK Recommendation: That the Council approve Conditional Use Permit No. 5.0935, for a BMX (bicycle) racing track on 9.12 acres of land, located at the Southeast corner of Mesquite Avenue East and Vella Road, 4575 Mesquite Avenue East, Zone O, Section 19. Applicant: Palm Springs Police Activities League (PAL), Officer George Palomares. 28 Notices Mailed. Director of Planning & Zoning requested the Hearing be opened and continued to March 19, 2003. Mayor declared the Hearing open Marvin Roos concurred with the staff recommendation and added availability for questions. Motion to continue the Hearing to March 19, 2003 was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Hodges and unanimously carried, that the Motion be adopted. Motion to continue the Meeting beyond the 11 p.m. adjournment was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded Oden and unanimously carried, that the Motion be adopted. 11. Case No. 5.0934 — PD-281 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, ZONING MAP AMENDMENT—VISTA SUNRISE Recommendation: That the Council approve a General Plan Map Amendment to redesignate 2.17 acres from P (Professional) to M15 (Medium Density Residential 12-15 Units/Acre) and Planned Development District 281 in-lieu of a change of zone for the construction of 85 transitional housing units and a 36,114 square foot Family Care Center for the property located at the southwest corner of Vista Chino Drive and Sunrise Way, Zone P and R-2, Section 11. Applicant: McCormack Baron Salazar, Inc. 600 Notices Mailed. Director of Planning & Zoning reviewed the staff report and visual site plans on display in the Chamber. Mayor declared the Hearing open. Council Agenda 03-05-03, Page 4 The following persons spoke in support of the project. John Brown, Desert Aids Project Reuel Young, Palm Springs Andrew Barker, Palm Springs Marvin Roos, Mainiero, Smith & Associates i Bob Morris, representing ECS-San Diego George Puddephatt, HIV Housing Coordinator-Riverside County Linda Kearney, representing Supervisor Wilson's Office Candi deLima, representing Assemblywoman Garcia's Office Harold Matzner, Palm Springs Linda Barrack, representing ECS-San Diego Jim Griffes, representing Interfaith Circle of Ministers John Aguilar, representing CVHC Richard Campbell, Palm Springs Vanessa Genrie, Palm Springs Sheila Brown, Palm Springs Wallace Brown, Palm Springs Dr. Wayne McKinny, Palm Springs David Justin Lynch, Palm Springs Ian Sadano, Palm Springs Rose Therrien, Palm Springs Hal Ball, Palm Springs Mario Schavone, Palm Springs Claire Christopher, representing ECS-Case Manager Rose Mihata, Palm Springs Keith Lee, Palm Springs Karen Tabbah, Palm Springs Father Andrew Green, Palm Springs Mercedes Marquez, Los Angeles Antoinette Laura, Palm Springs Jim Franklin, Palm Springs The following persons spoke in opposition to the project, Nancy Williamson, Palm Springs Edward Dietrich, Palm Springs M. David Chavarria, Palm Springs Jacci Tutunjian, Palm Springs Robert Samuelian, Palm Springs Briget Zawaideh, Palm Springs Jack Gentry, Palm Springs Larada Johnson-Dillingham, Palm Springs Patricia R. Myers, Palm Springs Bob Brown, representing 1st Southern Baptist Church Ruth Martin, Palm Springs Nancy Culligan, Palm Springs Rita Harants, Palm Springs Ralph Rose, Palm Springs Keith Knauss, Palm Springs Robert Kane, Palm Springs Paula Auburn, Palm Springs Council Agenda 03-05-03, Page 5 Corinne Sanderson, Palm Springs Gwendolyn Battle, Palm Springs Shirley Moore, Palm Springs Margot Hertz, Palm Springs Paul Coughlin, Palm Springs Michelle Martin, representing Desert SonShine Pre-School Gina Seanda, Palm Springs • Dean Sisemore, Palm Springs Niel Schneider, Palm Springs Dave Weaver, Palm Springs Dr. Mark Bilkey, Palm Springs Tod Kent, Palm Springs Marcus Gear, Palm Springs Tony Zawaideh, Palm Springs Marion Sherman, Palm Springs Dr. Ralph Thornhill, Palm Springs Johnny Dorcall, Palm Springs Todd Sands, Palm Springs There being no further appearances, the Hearing was closed. Motion to introduce the Ordinance based on the recommendation of the Planning Commission without the drop-in homeless center and that security items be reviewed with the final approval of the Planned Development District was presented; after which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Oden and failed by the following vote. AYES: Members Mills and Oden NO: Members Hodges, Reller-Spurgin and Mayor Kleindienst Motion for staff to prepare Resolution overruling Planning Commission recommendation, for denial of project, for the March 19, 2003 meeting was presented; after which, it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Reller-Spurgin and carried by the following vote. AYES: Members Hodges, Reller-Spurgin and Mayor Kleindienst NO: Members Mills and Oden. COUNCIL COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/INTERAGENCY REPORTS: Councilmembers reported on various civic and community organizational meetings and events which they attended, subsequent to the last regular meeting, and announced upcoming events of community interest. LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 12. GENE AUTRY TRAIL WIDENING Recommendation: That the Council approve agreements with HDR Engineering, Inc., for professional environmental and engineering design services for the Council Agenda 03-05-03, Page 6 Gene Autry Trail Railroad Bridge Widening, CP01-04, in the amount of$481,000; and for the Gene Autry Trail Widening, CP02-03, in the amount of $415,000. A4665, A4666. Director of Public Works/City Engineer reviewed the staff report. Minute Orders 7271 and 7272 as recommended were presented; after which, it was moved by Oden, seconded by Reller-Spurgin and unanimously carried, that MO7271 and 7272 be adopted. 13. ORDINANCE FOR SECOND READING &ADOPTION (Intro 2-19-03) ZONING MAP AMENDMENT DRAGICEVICH CHARITABLE REMAINDER TRUST City Clerk read Title of Ordinance 1625 as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP BY APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-2 AND R-1-AH TO C-M AND 0-20, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4155 E. MATTHEW DRIVE, ZONE R-2 AND R-1-AH, SECTION 30. after which; it was moved by Hodges, seconded by Oden and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance 1625 be adopted. 14. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS & REQUESTS: CITY COUNCIL reports or requests PUBLIC reports or requests STAFF reports or requests ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 5, 2003 A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor Kleindienst, in the Large Conference Room, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on Wednesday, March 5, 2003, at 4:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: Councilmember Mills The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with the Government Code for Special Call Meetings. HOUSING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING AUTHORITY: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: No Business Councilmember Mills entered at this time PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS LISTED ON AGENDA: The following persons spoke in support of the Convention Center expansion. Craig Blough, Chase Hotel Aftab DaDa, Hilton General Manager Charlie Robless, Hotelier Dwayne Ronbaugh, Wyndham Hotel LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 1. CONVENTION CENTER EXPANSION — PHASE II Recommendation: That the Council discuss and provide direction to staff regarding the budget and financial options for the Convention Center Expansion — Phase II. Convention Center Manager stated that funding is needed to start the marketing portion of the expansion; that most bookings for conventions occur 3 — 4 years out, and that the estimated appropriation need is $98,755. Mayor questioned if there were partnerships formed for advertising; that the rest of the industry should be included and that the CVA should parallel with the City's advertising. Councilmember Hodges stated that it seems that there is micromanaging being done; that the Tourism Department has been trusted in the past to do its job and that it should be able to continue in doing its job. *�-1 Council Minutes 03-05-03, Page 2 Mayor stated that the Council should be aware of all partners. Councilmember Hodges stated that at this point it is too early to know. Convention Center Director stated that as the process moves forward there would be as many avenues incorporated as possible; that the commitment to funding will allow forward movement. Executive Director—Airports reviewed various handouts, copy on file in Office of the City Clerk; that there are many options that have been offered; that the pricing does exceed the bonding amount; that space is critical; that many of the options are possible and that direction is needed to determine the option the Council desires. Councilmember Hodges stated that if the Convention Center is not expanded to meet what is required at this time, then the expansion is wasted; and that it may be prudent to wait on the expansions until the City can do the job it needs to do. Executive Director—Airports stated that the gap is $4.5 million at this time. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that initially the expansion was quoted to be $20 million and at this time it is at a $32 million expansion. Convention Center Director stated that the expansion is needed to stay a step ahead of the larger hotels; that at this time the larger hotels can book the same conventions that the Convention Center can and that it is imperative that the Convention Center stay ahead in the larger bookings. Mayor stated that something needs to govern the decision on expansion, whether it is dollars or need; that the building does need to be built up to edge; that interest rates are at a premium at this time and it is not certain which way they may go. Director of Finance & Treasurer stated that the rates could fall somewhat lower but not enough to bridge a $4.2 million gap. Councilmember Mills stated it is more conceivable that the rates will go up; that now is the optimum time to move ahead with the expansion; and that the expansion does need to solve problems. Councilmember Hodges stated that if the expansion was postponed 4 — 5 years, the City might be in better financial position to build what is needed. Councilmember Oden stated that there have been 11 options offered; that out of the 11 there should be one that is within budget. Executive Director — Airports stated that there none within the budget that include the 20,000 square foot ballroom space. City Manager stated that the ballroom could be excluded from the plans and use of the Wyndham Hotel ballroom space could be utilized. Council Minutes 03-05-03, Page 3 Mayor stated that a recommendation does need to be provided with all ' alternatives that are needed for the project to include options for the Council to examine; and that the marketing plans should move forward. City Manager stated that staff would prepare an amendment to the budget for the March 19, 2003 regular meeting in the amount of $98,755 for marketing efforts related to the Convention Center expansion for Council consideration and that the Executive Director - Airports would revisit site plans for reduced construction costs to be presented at the same meeting. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 12, 2003 A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor Kleindienst, in the Large Conference Room, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on Wednesday, March 12, 2003, at 5:30 p.m., at which time, the City Attorney announced items to be discussed in Closed Session, and at 7:00 p.m., the meeting was convened in open session. • ROLL CALL: Present:: Councilmembers Hodges, Mills, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: Councilmember Oden REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with The Ralph M. Brown Act for Special Meeting call. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS LISTED ON AGENDA: (3-minute per person) John Brown, Desert Aids Project, stated that a new project would be coming forward that the Community can approve; that there is not much time left to move forward with the entities that were involved with the project; that the County Medical Center only has one year left on its lease; that DAP did respond to a RFA and was awarded the RFP to house the clinic; that it is not clear how the County will react to the denial of the project and that all options will be explored. Wallace Brown, Palm Springs stated that there are a few things that the City could put in place to assist with the homeless issue; that currently the JC Frey building is being used by Well in the Desert; that a mail drop could be put in place at that location, telephone lines installed; shower facilities, commercial washer and dryer to assist the homeless in gaining employment. Dr. Wayne McKinny, representing Well in the Desert, stated that a complaint had been filed with HUD and Fair Housing based on the denial of the Sunrise Vista Project and that there are laws against denial of housing project for people with special needs. LEGISLATIVE ITEM: 1. ORDINANCE FOR SECOND READING & ADOPTION (Intro 2-26-03) City Clerk read Title of Ordinance 1626 as follow: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP BY APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-2 AND 0 TO PD-282, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MURRAY CANYON DRIVE AND SIERRA MADRE, ZONE R-2 AND 0, SECTION 35 � l after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Hodges and unanimously carried, Oden absent, that further reading be waived and Ordinance 1626 be adopted. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 19, 2003 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor Kleindienst, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on • Wednesday, March 19, 2003, at 5:30 p.m., at which time, the City Attorney announced • items to be discussed in Closed Session, and at 7:00 p.m., the meeting was convened in open session. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Mills, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: None The meeting was opened with the Salute to the Flag, and an invocation by Rev. David Pelletier— Metropolitan Community Church. REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with Council procedures on March 14, 2003. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All Entities) - See items on Page 6 of agenda this date. PRESENTATIONS: None HOUSING AUTHORITY: FINANCING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: No Business PUBLIC COMMENTS: John Brown, representing Desert Aids Project, stated that item 2 was withdrawn by the applicant and should not be considered. Dr. Wayne McKinny, Well of the Desert, stated that the homeless population is a significant number and growing in the Valley and that an alternate site does need to be found for a homeless center. The following persons spoke in opposition to the homeless day care drop in center in item 2. David Chavarria, Palm Springs Margot Hertz, Palm Springs Ed Dietrick, Palm Springs Michelle Martin, Palm Springs Wallace Brown, Palm Springs, stated that the use of the JC Frey building for Well of the Desert should be expanded to include a mail drop; a telephone line; commercial washer and dryer, shower facilities and the rent to the group should be lowered to $1.00 per month. Sheila Brown, Palm Springs, concurred with Wallace Brown. Patricia Younker, Palm Springs, concurred with Wallace Brown. I Council Minutes 03-19-03, Page 2 Lanny Swerdlow, Palm Springs, read a prepared statement, copy on file in Office of the City Clerk regarding legalized marijuana. The following persons spoke in support of Rocktoberfest. Jim Dollar, Palm Springs Richard Kadu, Palm Springs Joy Meredith, representing Main Street Thomas Van Etten, Palm Springs, spoke in support of the Police Chief. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Items 1 and 3. Approved. Item #2 Withdrawn. It was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Oden and unanimously carried, that Items 1 thru 3, excluding 2, be adopted. Review by City Manager of Consent Items to be clarified. 1. MO 7273 approving purchase from Desert Water Agency for additional water service for the southerly terminal access roadway security reconfiguration for $44,480, fully FAA funded. CP2002-20. 2 Res ----- denying Case 5.0934 — PD 281 — Vista Sunrise Project. Withdrawn by Applicant. 3. Res 20567 and 20568 approving Payroll Warrants and Claims & Demands. Note abstentions, if any: Councilmember Warrant# Payee Particular Nature of Conflict Reller-Spurgin 985486 Spurgin Spouse 985587 Mills 985499 Tenet Business Related EXTENDED CONSENT AGENDA: None PUBLIC HEARINGS: 4. Case No. 5.0935 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT BMX (BICYCLE) RACING TRACK On March 5, 2003, Council continued this item to consider approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 5.0935, for a BMX (bicycle) racing track on 9.12 acres of land, located at the Southeast corner of Mesquite Avenue East and Vella Road, 4575 Mesquite Avenue East, Zone O, Section 19. Applicant: Palm Springs Police Activities League (PAL), Officer George Palomares. 28 Notices Mailed. City Manager withdrew the item. Council Minutes 03-19-03, Page 3 COUNCIL COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/INTERAGENCY REPORTS: Councilmembers reported on various civic and community organizational meetings and events which they attended, subsequent to the last regular meeting, and announced upcoming events of community interest. LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 5. FRANK SINATRA MUSEUM & THEATER Recommendation: That the Council approve and authorize the Mayor to endorse a letter of support for the development of a proposed Frank Sinatra Museum & Theater to be located in downtown Palm Springs. Mr. Ben Flanzbaum review materials provided to the Council, copy on file in Office of the City Clerk. Minute Order 7276 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried, that MO7276 be adopted. 6. TRAUMA INTERVENTION PROGRAM Recommendation: That the Council determine participation in the Trauma Intervention Program, Inc; and establish an agreement outlining performance expectations, fees and liability issues to be effective July 1, 2003. for an annual cost of$5,125. A-----. Fire Chief reviewed the staff report. City Manager stated that a letter from CVAG would be forwarded to the Council for review and requested the item be continued. Motion to continue the matter to April 2, 2003 was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Hodges, and unanimously carried, that the motion be adopted. 7. 2002-03 ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN AMENDMENT 2 - POLICE DEPARTMENT Recommendation: That the Council approve Amendment 2 to the 2002-03 Allocated Positions and Compensation Plan regarding the Police Department. City Manager reviewed the staff report. Resolution 20569 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried, that R20569 be adopted. Council Minutes 03-19-03, Page 4 8. PERS CONTRACT AMENDMENT— PALM SPRINGS POLICE OFFICERS ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING Recommendation: That the Council give notice of intention to approve an Amendment to the Contract with the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CaIPERS) in compliance with Resolution 19873. City Manager reviewed the staff report. Resolution 20570 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried, that R20570 be adopted. City Clerk read Title of Ordinance as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried that further reading be waived and the Ordinance be introduced for first reading. 9. RUDDY'S GENERAL STORE GIFT DONATION Recommendation: That the Council accept a gift donation from Mr. Jim Ruddy of the contents of the 1930's General Store located in the Village Green and rescind Agreement 3843. City Manager stated that the donation was generous and requested authorization to appoint a subcommittee to govern the store operations. Mr. Ruddy stated that the store is a time capsule of when the City was formed. Minute Order 7274 and 7275 as recommended were presented; after which, it was moved by Oden, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried, that MO7274 and 7275 be adopted. Motion to appoint Councilmember Mills and Oden as sub-committee and authorize the City Manager to appoint 3 employees as Board members was presented; after which, it was moved by Oden, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried that the Motion be adopted. 10. CLEAN CITIES CONFERENCE Recommendation: That the Council waive certain fees, including fees for the Municipal Golf Course, and offer support to the Clean Air Cities Conference to be held in the City of Palm Springs during the period May 18—21, 2003. Council Minutes 03-19-03, Page 5 City Manager reviewed the recommended actions. Minute Order 7277 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Reller-Spurgin, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried, that MO7277 be adopted. 11. ROCKTOBERFEST Recommendation: That the Council support the upcoming Rocktoberfest, 2003; waive necessary regulatory ordinances; order street closures. Director of Tourism reviewed a handout, copy on file in Office of the City Clerk, Resolution 20571 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Mills, seconded by Reller-Spurgin and unanimously carried, that R20571 be adopted. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS & REQUESTS: CITY COUNCIL reports or requests 12. Treasurer's Investment Report of January 31, 2003 — received &filed 13. General Plan Update outline — received &filed 14. Council appointment to Subcommittee (10) for Budget Task Force; appointment of Chair; designation of meeting place and televising of meetings. John Stiles, Chairman Sharon Lock Howard Lapham, EDC Al Reichle Tom Mulhall, EDC Paul Madsen Steve Nichols, EDC Ginny Foat Truman Gates, EDC Lynne Bushore Mike McCulloch, EDC 15. Council Cabinet Schedule Tuesday, April 8, 2003, 7:00 p.m., Large Conference Room. Oden — Request what is process or procedure for parking restriction signs Request policy re: correspondence to be reviewed by City Manager as to tone (re: major promoters) Request letter re: Cabarets Council Minutes 03-19-03, Page 6 Hodges — Request future agenda — Citizens Task Force re: Prop 215 "Legal use of Medical Marijuana" Request info on helicopters flying Friday & Saturday 12 (midnight) to 1:00 a.m. over home area — not sure what was going on — please check paths and frequency Mills — Request status of letter to State re: not imposing a tax on Alternate Energy fuel PUBLIC reports or requests STAFF reports or requests 16. Emergency Service Coordinator briefed the City Council on the Valley Wide Earthquake exercise held this date throughout the Valley. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 20, 2003 A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to order by Mayor Kleindienst, in the Council Chamber, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on Thursday, March 20, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Hodges, Mills, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: None REPORT OF POSTING OF AGENDA: City Clerk reported that the agenda was posted in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act for Special Call Meetings. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS LISTED ON AGENDA: None STUDY SESSION: 1. TRAMWAY GAS STATION/VISITORS CENTER Recommendation: That the Agency/Council consider various schematics for the architectural design of the Visitors Center. Director of Economic & Community Development stated that Option A includes a vary small amount of improvements just to ready the building to be occupied; that Option B addresses restroom needs with another building that would allow ADA access in the restrooms; and that Option C if a full approach to include complete landscaping. Architect stated that the building is only 2,300 square feet; that the addition of restrooms is needed; that care is taken to preserve the historical significance of the project; that many ideas had been reviewed; that the ultimate recommendation is Option C at this time. Councilmember Mills questioned the uses of surrounding properties. Mayor stated that a request had been made to know who the partners for the project would be; what the vision of the complete plan and the goal of the build out; that the presentation does not include the answers; and that it is important to know what the future options for use of the building are; it is important to know who the partners or participants are; that the site planning should be available for review and that the site is major element at the entrance of the City. Councilmember Mills stated that we do own this building and the adjacent property owner is willing to work with the City; that the plans do not indicate the willingness, and that the program should be shaped to include the possibility of use of the adjacent area. 4+_ 1 Councilmember Hodges stated that the plans are what the Council requested; that the Council does need to review the plans, but keep from micromanaging the entire project. Director of Tourism stated that the space is limited, that storage space does need to be added; that eventually a coffee shop could be added, and that there are many improvements that could be added at a later date to allow the project to move forward. City Manager stated that by the end of September, the Tourism Department needs to be in the building. Councilmember Mills stated that a master plan needs to be in place before a site plan is presented to the Council; that a master plan can be worked out, and then the structure be put into the site plan. Council direction to bring back the item to the April 2, 2003 meeting with a Master Plan. 2. SWIM CENTER/SKATEPARK Recommendation: That the Council consider various options regarding design and financing for the Swim Center and Skate Park renovation project. Director of,Parks, Recreation & Facilities stated that the bids for the project were much higher than estimated; that the equipment for the swim center portion of the project will be rebid and that a portion of the project will moved about 45 feet to allow staying within the budget. Council direction to bring the item to the April 2, 2003 meeting to approve project plans. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk