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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4/3/2002 - STAFF REPORTS (3) CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 13, 2002 An Adjourned Regular 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 13, 2002, at 5:00 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 Mills, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst Absent: None 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 March 8, 2002. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION (All Entities) - See items on Page 3 of agenda this date. PRESENTATIONS: None HOUSING AUTHORITY: INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: FINANCING AUTHORITY: COMMUNITY REDEVE=LOPMENT AGENCY: No Business PUBLIC COMMENTS: Dolliah the Black Dahlia, stated that the claim against the City regarding the dry cleaning of her wedding dress was denied; that the cleaning should have been covered; and that as a result any future comments will tie negative toward the City. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None 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: 1. PALM SPRINGS YOUTH CENTER 2001-02 BUDGET AMENDMENT Recommendation: That the Council consider a request for funding for the Palm Springs Youth Center operational expenses for $20,000. City Manager stated that the direction from the Council was to determine if the funding was needed and if there was any in kind assistance the City could provide; that the budgets for the Youth Center were reviewed and provided to the Council; that the needs are outlined; that meetings were held with representatives of the Youth Center, Police Department and Parks and 14 Council Minutes 03-13-02, Page 2 Recreation; that the meetings have resulted in a good correlation between PAL and the Youth Center; that the $20,000 will get the Center through its fiscal year and will allow time for the City to work on programs to be included in the City's upcoming budget. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin questioned what account the funding would come from and stated that the problems at the Youth Center are ongoing; that it is time to create a long term fix for the situation; and that it is good that PAL will be involved with the Center. Director of Finance & Treasurer stated that the funding would be allocated from the Unallocated Council Priority Fund #1220. Councilmember Oden stated that there is pride in what the Youth Center has accomplished and in its growth and leadership; and that the ability to establish a long-term relationship between the Center and the City is desired. Minute Order 7029 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Oden, seconded by Mills and unanimously carried, that MO7029 be adopted. 2. 2002 EASTER BOWL Recommendation: That the Council consider a request for funding for the 2002 Easter Bowl in an amount of$15,000. City Manager stated that the Mayor had questioned if Tourism was recommending the funding; that it is, and in addition, so are the Hoteliers; that the funding requested is identical to last year's allocation; and that there are funds available in the CVA account that could be used. Director of Finance & Treasurer stated that when the fund for the PSDRCVA is established, an estimate of a percentage of TOT is allocated; that the total that is sent is based on the actual; that the City will be sending less than expected to CVA and that the funds allocated could be used. Mayor questioned the length of the event. City Manager stated one week:. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin questioned how much is being requested and what the request is to be used for. City Manager stated $15,000. Director of Finance & Treasurer stated that the additional payment would be made to the promoter, and that last year the allocation was used for expenses. Mayor stated the allocation is a subsidy of an event that brings in visitors; that the letter included in the packet indicates that there is $35,000 generated in TOT; that the number is an estimate, but that last year, it is indicated that there were 3,045 room nights; that this year's projection is 4,500; and questioned if there is $110,000 estimated in room charges, what the resulting TOT would be. Council Minutes 03-13-02, Page 3 Director of Finance & Treasurer stated approximately $15,000. Councilmember Mills questioned the previous amount allocated. City Manager stated $15,000. Councilmember Reller-Spurgin stated that Tourism allocates $90,000; that actually the City is allocating $25,000 for an event that generates $15,000 in TOT and the rest in tax generation. Mayor questioned if it was the desire of the Council to subsidize the event. Minute Order 7030 as recommended was presented; after which, it was moved by Oden, seconded by Mills and unanimously approved, that MO7030 be adopted. 3. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE ITEMS: None. ADDED STARTERS: None REPORTS & REQUESTS: CITY COUNCIL reports or requests a) Oden: Request response to three letters; Desert Aids Project; Mr. James Berini and Mary Creske, copies on file in Office of the City Clerk. b) Mills: Request Planning Department request to fill the Planning Commission vacancy be filled. Councilmember Oden stated that the concern for vacancies on Commissions has been expressed by those that are operating without full membership; that there is one commission that has not functioned for a year with full membership; that all the Commissions have work and provide a specific function for the City, and all should be addressed. City Attorney stated that the Planning Commission is facing an urgent problem; that the Commission does have a legal role in the land use process for the City; that if one member abstains, the entire Commission is thrown off process, and that there are delays being experienced as a result. Councilmember Oden stated that the problem is understood, but that there are other Commissions that have likewise been waiting for their vacancy appointments. City Attorney stated that the item :should be scheduled on an upcoming agenda for discussion. Councilmember Mills stated that the full appointment process is not until June; that if the Council starts the process of reviewing all the applications for all the Commissions, the process will still take until June. Council Minutes 03-13-02, Page 4 Councilmember Oden stated that other Commissions are suffering; that the issue needs to come back to the Council for full discussion. Councilmember Mills stated that the comments by Councilmember Oden are understood, but that the Planning Commission is suffering, and that is the request. Mayor stated that the matter could be discussed in full at the next regular meeting. Council consensus to direct the City Clerk to prepare copies of all applications for review and discussion at the upcoming regular meeting. PUBLIC reports or requests - None STAFF reports or requests - None ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor declared the meeting adjourned. PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk CITY OF PALM SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 26, 2002 An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, was called to be held at the Palm Springs International Airport Conference Room, 3200 Tahquitz Canyon Way, on Tuesday, March 26, 2002, at 4:00 p.m., at which time, the City Clerk adjourned the meeting due to a lack of quorum to March 27, 2002. ROLL CALL: Present: None Absent: Councilmembers Mills, Oden, Reller-Spurgin, and Mayor Kleindienst PATRICIA A. SANDERS City Clerk