DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE

RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE

CITY COUNCIL
AND AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS

CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA

www.palmspringsca.gov
 
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
3:30 PM CLOSED SESSION
5:30 PM REGULAR SESSION
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting may be conducted by teleconference and there will be no in-person public access to the meeting location.
  • Submit your public comment to the City Council electronically. Material may be emailed to cityclerk@palmspringsca.gov. Transmittal prior to the start of the meeting is required. Any correspondence received during or after the meeting will be distributed to the City Council and retained for the official record.
  • You may provide telephonic comments by calling the City Clerk's Office at (760) 323-8204. You may be added to the queue at any time prior to the end of the public comment period for the subject hearing.  At the appropriate time, a staff member will call you so that you may provide your public testimony to the City Council.
  • View the City Council meeting live at the City’s website www.palmspringsca.gov/pstv, YouTube, or Channel 17 (Spectrum).
            
           December 9, 2021          
 
           
3:30 PM CLOSED SESSION
5:30 PM REGULAR MEETING

Christy Gilbert Holstege, Mayor
Lisa Middleton, Mayor Pro Tem
Grace Elena Garner, Councilmember
Geoff Kors, Councilmember
Dennis Woods, Councilmember

 

City of Palm Springs Mission Statement: Palm Springs is an inclusive world-class city dedicated to providing excellent and responsive public services to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations.
 


 
             
AGENDA EN ESPAÑOL DISPONIBLE EL SÁBADO - HAGA CLIC AQUÍ   Click to View
 
 
3:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION
Click to View
 
CALL TO ORDER:
 
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY: The City Council welcomes public input. Pursuant to State Law, the City Council may not discuss or take action on issues not on the meeting agenda (Government Code Section 54954.2). If you are compensated to communicate with City officials, you may be required to register and/or make certain disclosures as a lobbyist, please call the City Clerk for additional information.
 
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: See Closed Session Agenda.
 
 
5:30 P.M. REGULAR MEETING
 
CALL TO ORDER:
 
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
 
ROLL CALL:
 
PRESENTATIONS:
 
1.   APPOINTMENT OF THE MAYOR AND MAYOR PRO TEM
RECOMMENDATION:

Appoint Lisa Middleton to the position of Mayor and Grace Garner to the position of Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term commencing upon appointment. 
Click to View
 
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:
 
PUBLIC TESTIMONY: (Non-Public Hearing Agenda Items ONLY)
This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the City Council only on agenda items. Two (2) minutes will be assigned to each speaker. Testimony for Public Hearings will only be taken at the time of the hearing, and General Public Comments, non-agenda items, will be taken later in the meeting.
 
CITY COUNCIL, SUBCOMMITTEE, AND CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND REPORTS: This time is set aside for the City Council to provide additional general comments, reports, and announcements. Additionally, 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.
 
1.   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 Acceptance of the Agenda. The ordinance title is deemed to be read in its entirety and further reading waived on any ordinance listed on the Consent Calendar.
 
A.   APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of July 1, July 22, July 26, August 04, and August 11, 2021.
Click to View
 
B.   RECEIVE AND FILE BOARD AND COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file Board and Commission meeting minutes. 
Click to View
 
C.   FINDINGS TO CONDUCT CITY COUNCIL AND BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS VIRTUALLY UNDER ASSEMBLY BILL 361
RECOMMENDATION:
Find that the City Council has considered the circumstances of the state of emergency during a proclaimed state of emergency, and state or local officials have imposed or recommended measures to promote social distancing, and as a result, the Palm Springs City Council and all of Palm Springs Board, Commission, and Committee meetings will be held by videoconference, in accordance with AB 361.
Click to View
 
D.   ACCEPT RESIGNATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION:
Accept with regret the resignation of Maria Song from the Planning Commission and Christina Demiany from the Public Arts Commission.
Click to View
 
E.   SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2053 AMENDING THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO WASTE DISPOSAL AND DIVERSION
RECOMMENDATION:

Waive the second reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and adopt Ordinance No. 2053 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 6.04 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO WASTE DISPOSAL AND DIVERSION."
 
Click to View
 
F.   TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2021
RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and File Treasurer’s Investment Report as of August 31, 2021.
 
Click to View
 
G.   SUSPENSION OF THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 2019 AIR SERVICE INCENTIVE PROGRAM AND INCREASE IN FEE-WAIVER CAP
RECOMMENDATION:

1. Approve the suspension of the Palm Springs International Airport Air Service Incentive Program.
2. Approve the increase of the fee waiver cap from $500,000 to $853,000 in order to approve and honor all airline applications which have been received through the 2019 Air Service Incentive Program.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
Click to View
 
H.   APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Adopt a Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO THE ALLOCATED POSITIONS AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022, ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 24912."
  2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
Click to View
 
I.   AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO BWW & COMPANY INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $898,108 FOR THE DEMUTH COMMUNITY CENTER EGRESS AND HVAC IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO. 19-14
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Award a construction contract to BWW & Company Inc., a California corporation, in the amount of $898,108 for the Demuth Community Center Egress & HVAC Improvements, City Project 19-14.
  2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
Click to View
 
J.   CITY OF PALM SPRINGS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT FEE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020-21
RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and file the City’s Development Project Fee Report for Fiscal Year 2020-21.
Click to View
 
K.   AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE AND EXECUTE ADDITIONAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS UP TO $300,000 FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PASSENGER BOARDING BRIDGES, CITY PROJECT NO. 19-34
RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize the City Manager to approve and execute construction contract change orders up to an additional $300,000 (for a maximum of $476,055) for the Passenger Boarding Bridges (the Project), City Project No.19-34.
Click to View
 
L.   APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO CONTRACT WITH ZASUETA CONTRACTING, INC. FOR PLAYGROUND SURFACING, CITY PROJECT NO. 20-29
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $222,869 to the contract with Zasueta Contracting, Inc. for Playground Surfacing, City Project No. 20-29.
  2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
Click to View
 
M.   GREEN SAVANTS, LLC, REQUESTING APPROVAL OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE MINOR MODIFICATION FOR RELIEF FROM THE MINIMUM SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS FROM A YOUTH CENTER TO A PROPOSED CANNABIS FACILITY LOCATED AT 888 EAST RESEARCH DRIVE (CASE 7.1644 AMM)
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the application by adopting a resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN ADMINISTRATIVE MINOR MODIFICATION FOR RELIEF FROM THE MINIMUM SEPARATION DISTANCE REQUIREMENT IN SECTION 93.23.15 FOR A CANNABIS FACILITY (GREEN SAVANTS, LLC) PROPOSED AT 888 EAST RESEARCH DRIVE FROM AN EXISTING YOUTH CENTER LOCATED AT 820 EAST RESEARCH DRIVE (CASE 7.1644 AMM)."
Click to View
 
N.   APPROVE A FUND BALANCE TRANSFER FROM THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND FOR PURCHASE OF A THREE-YEAR CROWDSTRIKE ENDPOINT PROTECTION SUBSCRIPTION
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve a transfer from Capital Projects Fund Balance in the amount of $50,000 for Information Technology expenses, as outlined in the staff report.
Click to View
 
O.   SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS REGARDING OPIATE LITIGATION
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Adopt a Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, TO ENTER INTO THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH MCKESSON CORPORATION, CARDINAL HEALTH, INC., AMERISOURCEBERGEN CORPORATION, JOHNSON & JOHNSON, JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICALS, INC., ORTHO-MCNEIL-JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICALS, INC., AND JANSSEN PHARMACEUITCA, INC., AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE MOU ALLOCATING SETTLEMENT PROCEEDS, AND AUTHORIZE ENTRY INTO THE MOU WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL.”
  2. Authorize the City Attorney to execute any documents necessary to effectuate such settlement.
Click to View
 
P.   OLIVIA COMMUNITIES PROPOSING A DEMOLITION PLAN FOR CERTAIN NON-HISTORICALLY DESIGNATED BUILDINGS AT THE PALM SPRINGS RACQUET CLUB LOCATED AT 2743 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DRIVE (CASE HSPB 83 / 3.1382)
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the demolition plan, as outlined in the staff report.
Click to View
 
Q.   REQUEST BY DAVID H. SCHWARTZ AND KRISTA R. FILE, OWNERS, FOR APPROVAL OF A MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR 360 CABRILLO ROAD UNIT 222, A CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURE IN THE RACQUET CLUB COTTAGES WEST HISTORIC DISTRICT (APN #504-131-037), (HSPB #88/HD-3)
RECOMMENDATION:

1. Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of Palm Springs, David H. Schwartz and Krista R. File, and the Racquet Club Cottages West Homeowners Association.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
3. Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.
Click to View
 
R.   ACCEPTANCE OF A PROPOSED MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY PLAN FOR THE SERENA PARK PROJECT RELATED TO THE CONVERSION OF THE PALM SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB GOLF COURSE INTO 386 RESIDENTIAL UNITS LOCATED NORTH OF VERONA ROAD, EAST OF SUNRISE WAY AND SOUTHWEST OF THE WHITEWATER RIVER WASH (CASE 5.1327)
RECOMMENDATION:

Accept the attached maintenance and security plan, subject to the following:
  1. Daily patrols by a property representative shall be required.
  2. Surveillance cameras shall be installed in strategic locations to minimize trespassing.
  3. Developer shall post “No Trespassing” signs at commonly known fence breaks.
  4. A temporary fence may be required along the northeasterly border of the property to prevent off-road vehicle trespassing from the open desert/wash areas, if it is determined by Staff that, after three months of implementing other security measures and recommendations, said vehicles continue to traverse the project site.
  5. A monthly meeting with Code Enforcement Staff to review on-site trash and debris removal, shall be required until on-site construction starts.
  6. Developer shall apply sealant to disturbed areas of project that reduce dust and blowing sand.
Click to View
 
S.   ACCEPTANCE OF THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT (WWTP) BIOSOLIDS HANDLING AREA, CITY PROJECT 20.15
RECOMMENDATION:

1. Accept the new biosolids handling area and associated improvements as identified as the WWTP Biosolids Handling Area, City Project 20-15, as completed.
2. Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file for recordation with the Riverside County Recorder a Notice of Completion for WWTP Biosolids Handling Area, City Project No. 20-15.
Click to View
 
T.   REQUEST BY DAVID ZIPPEL AND MICHAEL JOHNSTON, OWNERS, FOR APPROVAL OF A MILLS ACT HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT FOR THE GOLDBERG RESIDENCE, A CLASS 1 HISTORIC SITE LOCATED AT 2340 SOUTHRIDGE DRIVE (APN #510-250-006), (HSPB #135)  
RECOMMENDATION:

1. Approve a Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreement between the City of Palm Springs and David Zippel and Michael Johnston.  
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
3. Direct the City Clerk to record the Agreement with the County of Riverside.
Click to View
 
U.   APPROVE A LOAN AGREEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,600,000 FOR THE VISTA SUNRISE II PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING/ AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT LOCATED AT 1527 NORTH SUNRISE WAY
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Appropriate $3,600,000 from the City’s Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Funds ($1,600,000) and from the Housing Homelessness Assistance Program funds ($2,000,000).
  2. Approve a Loan Agreement in the amount of $3,600,000 for the Vista Sunrise II Project.
  3. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Loan Agreement, including making minor, non-substantive changes, and to sign all documents necessary.
Click to View
 
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR: Items removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion are considered at this time.
 
2.   PUBLIC HEARINGS:
 
A.   REDISTRICTING 2021: PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING REDISTRICTING OF CITY COUNCIL BOUNDARIES AS REQUIRED BY ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 21601 ET SEQ AND REVIEW OF THE SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS AND COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS
RECOMMENDATION:

1. Receive a report from Staff and the City’s redistricting consultant on the continued redistricting process and review draft maps.
2. Conduct a public hearing to receive public input on district boundaries.
3. Provide direction regarding the schedule of public hearings and community workshops.
Click to View
 
B.   REQUEST BY SUNIA INVESTMENTS LLC, FOR A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (TTM 37143) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A TWENTY-FOUR (24) UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT LOCATED AT 305 WEST SAN RAFAEL ROAD, ZONE R-2
RECOMMENDATION:
  1. Open the public hearing and receive public testimony.
  2. Adopt a Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 37143 CREATING ONE (1) LOT EQUALING 4.05-ACRES FOR THE PURPOSE OF A TWENTY-FOUR (24) UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT CONSISTING OF FOUR (4) ATTACHED CONDOMINIUM UNITS IN SIX (6) BUILDINGS ON COMMON GROUND LOCATED AT 305 WEST SAN RAFAEL ROAD, ZONE R-2, SECTION 4 (APN 504-103-001,-106)."
Click to View
 
C.   DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH DESERT AIDS PROJECT TO VEST CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS FOR A TERM OF TEN YEARS AND A TIMELINE FOR CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATED WITH APPROVAL OF CASE 3.1047 MAJ FOR THE ADDITION OF A NEW 18,500-SQUARE FOOT MEDICAL OFFICE PAVILION LOCATED AT 1695 NORTH SUNRISE WAY, ZONE PD 281 (CASE 5.0934 DA)
RECOMMENDATION:

1. Open the hearing and receive testimony.
2. Introduce on first reading an Ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, VESTING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AND THE DESERT AIDS PROJECT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN 18,500-SQUARE FOOT MEDICAL OFFICE EXPANSION PROJECT KNOWN AS THE PAVILION LOCATED AT 1695 NORTH SUNRISE WAY.”
Click to View
 
D.   PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PROPOSED ANNUAL AND EXTRAORDINARY RATE ADJUSTMENTS FOR SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION:

Hold a majority protest hearing, confirm the number of written protests received at the close of the public hearing, and, if a majority protest is not received, adopt a Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING SOLID WASTE CHARGES.”
Click to View
 
E.   APPEAL OF REVOCATION OF CANNABIS PERMIT NO. C-2017-012 (JOY INDUSTRIES, INC.)
RECOMMENDATION:

There is no need to take any action at this time.
Click to View
 
3.   LEGISLATIVE:
 
A.   PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 12.20.020 TO UPDATE THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS OF VARIOUS CITY STREETS
RECOMMENDATION:

1. Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only.
2. Introduce on first reading an Ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 12.20.020 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS OF VARIOUS CITY STREETS.”
Click to View
 
4.   UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
 
A.   REVIEW OF EMERGENCY ORDERS RELATED TO COVID-19
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff seeks direction from City Council regarding current protocols and policies in place to limit the spread of COVID-19. Council could consider reducing restrictions as rate of transmission and hospitalization have remained relatively stable. Council could also consider delaying any changes to current protocols and policies until the January 27, 2022 City Council meeting. This delay targets the next six to eight weeks, where we are most likely to see increased rates of infection and hospitalization based on historical trends. This possible increase in transmission and hospitalization is anticipated due to natural increases in the Winter months and potential increases caused by the Omicron variant. Regardless of any changes in protocols and policies, residents should continue to promote social distancing, proper hygiene, vaccination, and proper use of face coverings. Staff recommends that large meetings and gatherings be held remotely when possible.
Click to View
 
5.   NEW BUSINESS: None
 
PUBLIC COMMENT: (Non-Agenda Items) This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the City Council on items of general interest within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City. Although the City Council values your comments, pursuant to the Brown Act, it generally cannot take any action on items not listed on the posted agenda. Two (2) minutes will be assigned to each speaker.
 
CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER REQUESTS AND UPCOMING AGENDA DEVELOPMENT: This time is set aside for the City Council to make requests of staff, and/or issues of concern to Councilmembers are briefly presented, prioritized and set for future meeting dates.
 
ADJOURNMENT:
 
 
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING

State of California               )
County of Riverside            )   ss.
City of Palm Springs           )
 
I, Monique M. Lomeli, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, hereby certify this Agenda was delivered to each member of the City Council, provided to all parties who have requested such notice, posted at City Hall before 5:00 p.m., on December 3, 2021, and posted on the City’s website as required by established policies and procedures. 
 
____________________________
Monique M. Lomeli, CMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

P U B L I C  N O T I C E S

 
Pursuant to G.C. Section 54957.5(b)(2) the designated office for inspection of records in connection with the meeting is the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way.  Complete Agenda Packets are available for public inspection at: City Hall Office of the City Clerk.  Agenda and staff reports are available on the City’s website www.palmspringsca.gov.  If you would like additional information on any item appearing on this agenda, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at
(760) 323-8204.
 
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, or in meetings on a regular basis, you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact the Office of the City Clerk, (760) 323-8204, at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to inform us of your particular needs and to determine if accommodation is feasible.

    

Level double AA conformance,
                W3C WAI Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0

AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2024 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.