CITY COUNCIL
AND AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
Council Chamber, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California 92262
www.palmspringsca.gov

AGENDA


Steve Pougnet, Mayor
Paul Lewin, Mayor Pro Tem
Ginny Foat, Councilmember
Rick Hutcheson, Councilmember
Chris Mills, Councilmember

City of Palm Springs Vision Statement: Palm Springs aspires to be a unique world class desert community, where residents and visitors enjoy our high quality of life and a relaxing experience.  We desire to balance our cultural and historical resources with responsible, sustainable economic growth and to enhance our natural desert beauty.  We are committed to providing responsive, friendly and efficient customer service in an environment that fosters unity among all our citizens.  

David H. Ready, Esq., Ph.D., City Manager
James Thompson, Chief of Staff/City Clerk
Marcus Fuller, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer
Douglas C. Holland, City Attorney
Geoffrey S. Kiehl, Director of Finance and Treasurer

Any person who wishes to speak regarding an item on the agenda or on a subject within the City’s jurisdiction during the “Public Comments” portion of the agenda must file a “Speaker Card” with the City Clerk BEFORE that portion of the agenda is called.  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.

Testimony for Public Hearings will only be taken at the time of the hearing.  Any person who wishes to speak at a Public Hearing must file a “Speaker Card” with the City Clerk BEFORE the Public Hearing is called.

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.

Please note, any agenda item which has not been initiated by 10:00 P.M. may be continued to a subsequent meeting.

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4:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION

CALL TO ORDER (Council Chamber):

PUBLIC COMMENT (Council Chamber):  This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the City Council on items contained only on the Closed Session Agenda.

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION (Small Conference Room):  See Closed Session Agenda.

6:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING

CALL TO ORDER:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:  Boy Scout Troop 262. 

INVOCATION:  Reverend Amanda Burr, United Methodist Church. 

ROLL CALL:

PRESENTATIONS:

REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:

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.

1.    PUBLIC HEARINGS:

1.A.    DEBBIE GORDON APPEALING THE JUNE 24, 2015, DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO GRANT A VARIANCE APPLICATION AND APPROVE MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL REQUEST BY GANDO PROPERTIES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN APPROXIMATE 96,445 SQ. FT. OFFICE SPACE, WAREHOUSE, AND SELF STORAGE FACILITY ON AN APPROXIMATELY 4.5-ACRE PARCEL AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL AND TACHEVAH DRIVE: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Open the public hearing and receive public testimony; and 2) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION TO GRANT A VARIANCE REQUEST FOR REQUIRED REAR AND SIDE YARD SETBACK REDUCTIONS AND APPROVAL OF A MAJOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN APPROXIMATE 96,445 SQ. FT. OFFICE SPACE, WAREHOUSE, AND SELF STORAGE FACILITY ON AN APPROXIMATELY 4.5-ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF GENE AUTRY TRAIL AND TACHEVAH DRIVE (CASE 3.3830-MAJ AND 6.542-VAR).” 

1.B.    PALM SPRINGS MODERN COMMITTEE APPEALING THE JUNE 10, 2015, DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO EXPAND AND MODIFY FLOOR SPACE AT AN EXISTING GAS STATION LOCATED AT 2796 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.0712 CUP):
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Open the public hearing and receive public testimony; and 2) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, REJECTING AN APPEAL FILED BY CHATTEN-BROWN & CARSTENS, LLP ON BEHALF OF PALM SPRINGS MODERN COMMITTEE AND UPHOLDING THE APPROVAL DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION REGARDING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO REPLACE EXISTING AUTOMOBILE SERVICE SPACE WITH SECONDARY RETAIL FOR AN EXISTING GASOLINE SERVICE STATION LOCATED AT 2796 NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE (HIGHWAY 111) ZONE C-1 (CASE 5.0712 CUP).”

1.C.    CROWN CASTLE (T-MOBILE WIRELESS) FOR AN AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ELIMINATING IMPOSED TIME LIMITS, APPROVING THE ADDITION OF THREE NEW PANEL ANTENNAS, AND APPROVING A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION FOR AN EXISTING CELL TOWER MONOPOLE LOCATED AT 490 EAST SUNNY DUNES ROAD, ZONE C-M (CASE 5.0719 CUP): 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Open the public hearing and receive public testimony; and 2) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ELIMINATING IMPOSED TIME LIMITS, APPROVING THE ADDITION OF THREE NEW PANEL ANTENNAS, AND APPROVING A CEQA CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION FOR AN EXISTING CELL TOWER MONOPOLE AT 490 EAST SUNNY DUNES ROAD, ZONE C-M (CASE NO. 5.0719 CUP).”

1.D.    CALLING AND CONDUCTING THE SPECIAL ELECTION, AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN ANNEXATION NOS. 9 THROUGH NO. 12 TO COMMUNITIY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES): 
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Open the public hearing, take public testimony, and consider property owner protests associated with Annexation No. 9 (for Tract Map No. 32736 – Vibrante), Annexation No. 10 (for Tract Map No. 33575 – Cameron), Annexation No. 11 (for Tract Map No. 36738 – Palm Ridge), and Annexation No. 12 (for Tract Map No. 36737 – Via Olivera), to Community Facilities District 2005-1 (Public Safety Services); 2) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 9, VIBRANTE, TRACT MAP NO. 32736, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS;” 3) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 10, CAMERON, TRACT MAP NO. 33575, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS;” 4) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 11, PALM RIDGE, TRACT MAP NO. 36738, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS;” 5) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 12, VIA OLIVERA, TRACT MAP NO. 36737, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS;” 6) Conduct the special election, and direct the City Clerk to canvass the results; 7) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN FOR ANNEXATION NO. 9, VIBRANTE, TRACT MAP NO. 32736, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);” 8) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN FOR ANNEXATION NO. 10, CAMERON, TRACT MAP NO. 33575, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);”
9) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN FOR ANNEXATION NO. 11, PALM RIDGE, TRACT MAP NO. 36738, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);” 10) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN FOR ANNEXATION NO. 12, VIA OLIVERA, TRACT MAP NO. 36737, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);
11) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only, Ordinance No. ____, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 9, VIBRANTE, TRACT MAP NO. 32736, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);” 12) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only, Ordinance No. ____, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 10, CAMERON, TRACT MAP NO. 33575, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);” 13) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only, Ordinance No. ____, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 11, PALM RIDGE, TRACT MAP NO. 36738, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);” and 14) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only, Ordinance No. ____, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 12, VIA OLIVERA, TRACT MAP NO. 36737, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES).”

1.E.    CALLING AND CONDUCTING THE SPECIAL ELECTION, AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN ANNEXATIONS NO. 1 AND NO. 2 TO COMMUNITIY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2007-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES):
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Open the public hearing, take public testimony, and consider property owner protests associated with Annexation No. 1 (for Tract Map No. 36815 – Canyon Lofts) and Annexation No. 2 (for Tract Map No. 36651 – 18 @ Twin Palms), to Community Facilities District 2007-1 (Public Safety Services); 2) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 1, CANYON LOFTS, TRACT MAP NO. 36815, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2007-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS;” 3) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNEXATION NO. 2, 18 @ TWIN PALMS, TRACT MAP NO. 36651, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2007-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES), AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX, AND SUBMITTING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAX TO QUALIFIED ELECTORS;” 4) Conduct the special election, and direct the City Clerk to canvass the results; 5) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN FOR ANNEXATION NO. 1, CANYON LOFTS, TRACT MAP NO. 36815, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2007-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);” 6) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ANNEXATION LANDOWNER ELECTION, DETERMINING VALIDITY OF PRIOR PROCEEDINGS, AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF AN AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN FOR ANNEXATION NO. 2, 18 @ TWIN PALMS, TRACT MAP NO. 36651, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2007-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);” 7) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only, Ordinance No. ____, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 1, CANYON LOFTS, TRACT MAP NO. 36815, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2007-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES);” and 8) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only, Ordinance No. ____, “AN ORDINANCE OF CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT, INCLUDING CERTAIN ANNEXATION TERRITORY IDENTIFIED AS ANNEXATION NO. 2, 18 @ TWIN PALMS, TRACT MAP NO. 36651, INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2007-1 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES).”

PUBLIC COMMENT:  This time has been set aside for members of the public to address the City Council on Consent Calendar and other agenda items; and 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.  Three (3) minutes assigned for each speaker.  Testimony for Public Hearings will only be taken at the time of the hearing.

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS: This portion of the meeting is set aside for brief general comments, and/or other issues of concern from members of the City Council. 

CITY MANAGER’S REPORT:  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.

2.    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 Approval of the Agenda.  The title is deemed to be read and further reading waived on any ordinance listed on the Consent Calendar for introduction or adoption.

2.A.    REPORT ON THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA:
RECOMMENDATION:  Receive and file Report on the Posting of the September 2, 2015, City Council Agenda.

2.B.    APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the City Council Minutes of July 15, 2015.

2.C.    APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS:
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1078995 THROUGH 1079114 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,198,783.43, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;” 2) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 06-06-2015 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 419157 THROUGH 419171 TOTALING $29,506.68, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1079115 THROUGH 1079135 TOTALING $108,689.51, FIVE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR $56,635.81, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF $1,161,167.87 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,355,999.87, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;” 3) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1079136 THROUGH 1079282 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,680,514.20, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;” 4) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1079283 THROUGH 1079415 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,382,764.11, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA.;” 5) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 06-20-2015 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 419172 THROUGH 419185 TOTALING $28,695.80, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1079416 THROUGH 1079436 TOTALING $106,982.70, FIVE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR $60,743.51, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF $1,187,961.68 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,384,383.69, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;” 6) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1079437 THROUGH 1079577 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,516,520.65, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;” 7) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1079578 THROUGH 1079643 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $742,883.00, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;” 8) Adopt Resolution
No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 07-04-2015 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 419186 THROUGH 419199 TOTALING $26,005.01, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1079644 THROUGH 1079664 TOTALING $105,322.97, FIVE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR $64,031.01, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF $1,247,887.39 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,443,246.38, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;” 9) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1079665 THROUGH 1079849 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2,907,362.18, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;”
10) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1079850 THROUGH 1079986 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $2,123,026.48, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;” 11) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 07-18-2015 BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 419200 THROUGH 419216 TOTALING $38,223.33, LIABILITY CHECKS NUMBERED 1079987 THROUGH 1080006 TOTALING $105,272.67, FIVE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR $88,368.06, AND THREE ELECTRONIC ACH DEBITS OF $1,487,459.47 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,719,323.53, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA;” and 12) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PAYMENT OF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BY WARRANTS NUMBERED 1080007 THROUGH 1080084 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF $1,287,669.53, DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA.”

2.D.    STAFF AUTHORIZED AGREEMENTS AND PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 2015:
RECOMMENDATION:  Receive and file the report of Staff Authorized Agreements and Purchase Orders for the period of July 1 through July 31, 2015.

2.E.    ADOPT RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF CERTAIN DOCUMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA STATE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION PURSUANT TO AB 1717 TO ENSURE COLLECTION OF THE CITY’S UTILITY USERS TAX AND 911 EMERGENCY ACCESS LINE TAX ON PREPAID WIRELESS SERVICE: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LOCAL PREPAID MOBILE TELEPHONE SERVICES COLLECTION ACT;” 2) Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE EXAMINATION OF PREPAID MOBILE TELEPHONE SERVICES SURCHARGE AND LOCAL CHARGE RECORDS;” and 3) Authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to execute all necessary documents. A____. 

2.F.    AGREEMENT WITH PALM SPRINGS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT TO PROVIDE A FULL TIME POLICE OFFICER AT THE PALM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Approve an agreement with the Palm Springs Unified School District to provide a full time police officer at the high school campus including the Ramon Academy, for one year expiring at the end of the school year; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A5553. 

2.G.    ACCEPTANCE OF $151,422 IN GRANT FUNDING FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY (OTS) FOR A SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM TO BE USED TO ENFORCE, EDUCATE, AND BRING AWARENESS TO THE PUBLIC: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Accept $151,422 in grant funding from the California Office of Traffic Safety for a Selective Traffic Enforcement Program for 2015-16; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A5734. 

2.H.    APPROVE RENEWAL OF LETTER OF CREDIT FOR THE 2002 CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION ISSUED TO FINANCE THE DOWNTOWN PARKING STRUCTURE: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Reimbursement Agreement for the 2002 Certificates of Participation issued for the Downtown Parking Structure; 2) Approve the Fee Agreement with MUFG Union Bank; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A____. 

2.I.  AGREEMENT WITH HCI ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENGINEERING FOR THE COLLECTION, TRANSPORTATION, AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE MATERIALS: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Approve a fixed unit price Agreement with HCI Environmental and Engineering for the proper collection, transportation, disposal and/or destruction of waste materials at the Airport, Fleet Operations, and Facilities Maintenance divisions for an initial term of three (3) years with two (2) one year options that are subject to a CPI cost increase; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A____. 

2.J.    TREASURER’S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF JULY 31, 2015:
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and File the Treasurer’s Investment Report as of July 31, 2015.

2.K.  ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF MICHAEL BIRNBERG FROM THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION: 
RECOMMENDATION:  Accept with regret the resignation of Michael Birnberg; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a notice of vacancy for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2018. 

2.L.    ACCEPT THE DECISION OF SHARON LOCK NOT TO SEEK REAPPOINTMENT AS THE CITY’S REPRESENTATIVE TO THE MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT:
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Accept with regret the decision of Sharon Lock not to seek reappointment as the City’s representative to the Mosquito and Vector Control District for a term commencing January 1, 2016; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to solicit applicants for the two year term which will commence on January 1, 2016. 
   
2.M.    ACCEPTANCE OF THE PALM SPRINGS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT’S DESIGNATION OF A NON-VOTING MEMBER OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION WITH NO TERM ENDING: 
RECOMMENDATION:  Receive and file the Palm Springs Unified School District’s selection of Ellen Goodman as a non-voting member of the Parks and Recreation Commission with no term ending date.   
   
2.N.    APPROVAL OF FINAL TRACT MAP 36738 AND A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH PALM RIDGE HOUSING, LLC LOCATED AT 665 WEST RAMON ROAD: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL TRACT MAP 36738 AND AN ASSOCIATED SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT WITH PALM RIDGE HOUSING, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 665 WEST RAMON ROAD, IN SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 4 EAST.”  A____. 
   
2.O.    AUTHORIZE A PURCHASE ORDER IN THE AMOUNT OF $127,900 WITH MSA CONSULTING TO PROCEED WITH THE ENGINEERING DESIGN PHASE OF THE SAN RAFAEL DRIVE WIDENING PROJECT (CP 15-17): 
RECOMMENDATION: 1 ) Authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order in the amount of $127,900 with the City’s “on-call” civil engineering firm, MSA Consulting, pursuant to Agreement No. A6445, to initiate the civil engineering design phase for the San Rafael Drive Widening Project
(CP 15-17); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A6445. 

2.P.    PROPOSED RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS TO APPLY FOR CALRECYCLE GRANTS FOR A FIVE YEAR PERIOD: 
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. ____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATIONS FOR ALL CALRECYCLE GRANTS FOR WHICH THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS IS ELIGIBLE AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE ALL SUCH APPLICATIONS AND AGREEMENTS.” 

2.Q.    APPROVAL OF FACADE IMPROVEMENT GRANT AGREEMENTS WITH ELENA BULATOVA FINE ART, LLC IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,232 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 232 N. PALM CANYON DRIVE, AND WITH DANIEL VILLANUEVA, JR. IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 145 N. GENE AUTRY TRAIL: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Approve a Facade Grant Agreement with Elena Bulatova Fine Art, LLC for the property located at 232 North Palm Canyon in the amount of $4,232; 2) Approve a Facade Grant Agreement with Daniel Villanueva, Jr. for the property located at 145 N. Gene Autry Trail in the amount of $5,000; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A____.  A____. 

2.R.    ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF CLAIRE ZIMMER FROM THE VILLAGEFEST BOARD: 
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Accept with regret the resignation of Claire Zimmer from the Villagefest Board; and 2) Direct the City Clerk to post a notice of vacancy for the unexpired term ending June 30, 2018.
 
2.S.  AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT NO. A5580 WITH DOKKEN ENGINEERING FOR ADDITIONAL CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $120,000 FOR THE BOGERT TRAIL BRIDGE REHABILITATION PROJECT: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Approve Amendment No. 3 to Agreement No. A5580 with Dokken Engineering, in the amount of $120,000, for a total contract amount of $838,985 for the Bogert Trail Bridge Rehabilitation Project, Federal Aid Project BHLS 5282 (026) (CP 07-03); an 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A5580. 
   
2.T.   ACCEPTANCE OF THE TRICKLING ARM REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT (CP 14-12): 
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Accept the public works improvement identified as the Trickling Filters Arm Replacement Project as completed (CP14-12); and 2) Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file for recordation with the Riverside County Recorder a Notice of Completion for the Trickling Filters Arm Replacement Project (CP 14-12). 

2.U.   AUTHORIZE APPROVAL OF A NON-BINDING LETTER OF INTEREST WITH VEOLIA NORTH AMERICA FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A BIOGAS-TO-ENERGY PROJECT AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT: 
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Authorize approval of a non-binding Letter of Interest with Veolia North America in the development of a biogas-to-energy project located at the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A4123. 
   
2.V.   REJECT ALL BIDS RECEIVED FOR THE PALM CANYON DRIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REPLACEMENT (CP 14-20), AND PALM CANYON DRIVE IRRIGATION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS (CP 14-21): 
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Reject the bids received on June 25, 2015, from ACS Engineering, Inc., Golden Valley Construction and Fata Construction & Development for the Palm Canyon Drive Electrical System Replacement Project (CP 14-20), and Palm Canyon Drive Irrigation System Improvements Project (CP 14-21); and 2) Authorize re-bidding the Palm Canyon Drive Electrical System Replacement Project (CP 14-20), and Palm Canyon Drive Irrigation System Improvements Project (CP 14-21).

2.W.    AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO GOLDEN VALLEY CONSTRUCTION, FOR THE FIRE STATION NO. 2, 911 MEMOMRIAL IMPROVEMENTS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $32,826 (CP 15-13): 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Award a construction contract to Golden Valley Construction in the amount of $32,826 for the Base Bid Schedule only, for the Fire Station No. 2, 911 Memorial Improvements (CP 15-13); and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A____. 
   
2.X.    PROPOSED RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF ASSEMBLY BILL 150 THAT MAKES BUYING OR RECEIVING A STOLEN FIREARM VALUED AT $950 OR LESS A FELONY:
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, IN SUPPORT OF AB150 (MELENDEZ AND GRAY) THAT WOULD MAKE BUYING OR RECEIVING A STOLEN FIREARM VALUED AT $950 OR LESS A FELONY.”

2.Y.    ACCEPT DRAFT PUBLIC ACCESS PLANNING REPORT FOR THE CHINO CANYON PRESERVE AND AUTHORIZE THE FRIENDS OF THE PALM SPRINGS MOUNTAINS TO SUBMIT THE REPORT AND PROPOSED TRAILS TO HABITAT AGENCIES FOR ENDORSEMENT AND SUPPORT FOR AMENDMENT OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY MULTI-SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN: 
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the Public Access Planning Report and authorize the Friends of the Palm Springs Mountains to (1) submit the report to the Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy, Wildlife Conservation Board/California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service for endorsement and support of the Public Access Planning Report as a conceptual trails plan for the Chino Cone and (2) commence application for amendments to the Coachella Valley Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan Trails Plan to accommodate trails identified in the Report.    
   
2.Z.    AS THE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY, APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT REGARDING EXPENDITURE OF EXCESS BOND PROCEEDS BETWEEN THE PALM SPRINGS SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS: 
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Successor Agency.  Adopt Resolution
No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, APPROVING A BOND EXPENDITURE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS;” and 2) City Council.  Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A BOND EXPENDITURE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS.”  A____. 

2.AA.    AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY, APPROVAL AND TRANSMITTAL OF RECOGNIZED OBLIGATIONS PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS 15-16B) FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 1, 2016, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016, PURSUANT TO SECTION 34169(G)(1) OF CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE: 
RECOMMENDATION:  Adopt Resolution No. ______, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ACTING SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE PALM SPRINGS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING THE RECOGNIZED OBLIGATIONS PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS 15-16B) FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 1, 2016, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016, PURSUANT TO SECTION 34169(g)(1) OF CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE.” 
   
2.BB.    PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION GRANT FUNDING FOR THE TAHQUITZ CREEK MASTER PLAN: 
RECOMMENDATION:  Adopt Resolution No. _____, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM FOR THE TAHQUITZ CREEK MASTER PLAN.”
   
2.CC.    REPORT ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S RECOMMENDATION FOR APPROVAL OF A STREET NAME CHANGE APPLICATION FROM CROSSLEY ROAD AND GOLF CLUB DRIVE TO LAWRENCE CROSSLEY ROAD BETWEEN EAST RAMON ROAD AND EAST PALM CANYON DRIVE (CASE 5.1376 SNC): 
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Receive and file the report on the Planning Commission’s recommendation for approval on a street name change of Crossley Road and Golf Club Drive to Lawrence Crossley Road (from Ramon Road to E. Palm Canyon Drive), (Case No. 5.1376 SNC);
2) If Council desires to further consider the requested name change, staff recommends waiving the 60-day requirement for City Council action on the street name change application pursuant to PSMC Section 14.08.100; and direction to schedule a noticed public hearing for a future meeting date. 

2.DD.    APPROVE AN INTERIOR REMODEL GRANT AGREEMENT WITH WILLIAM J. SANDERSON FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 650 E. SUNNY DUNES IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Approve an interior remodel agreement with William J. Sanderson for property located at 650 E. Sunny Dunes in the amount of $25,000; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A____. 

EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR:  Items removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion are considered at this time.

3.    LEGISLATIVE:

3.A.    PROPOSED ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AN EXPEDITED, STREAMLINED PERMITTING PROCESS FOR SMALL RESIDENTIAL ROOFTOP SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65850.5: 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Waive the reading of the ordinance text in its entirety and read by title only; and 2) Introduce on first reading Ordinance No. ____, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 8.100 TO TITLE 8 OF THE PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE AN EXPEDITED, STREAMLINED PERMITTING PROCESS FOR SMALL RESIDENTIAL ROOFTOP SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS.”

4.    UNFINISHED BUSINESS:  None. 

5.    NEW BUSINESS:

5.A.    REPORT ON THE FINAL SELECTION OF SOLAR FIRMS, AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH FINAL CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. A6401 WITH NEWCOMB/ANDERSON/MCCORMICK, INC. FOR THE CITYWIDE SOLAR PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,625 (CP 15-03): 
RECOMMENDATION:  1) Authorize staff to proceed with final contract negotiations with SunEdison and SolarCity for design-build services for solar photovoltaic systems at various City facilities; 2) Approve Amendment No. 3 to Agreement No. A6401, increasing the contract amount by $30,625, for a total amount not to exceed $176,563, with Newcomb/Anderson/McCormick, Inc., for contract negotiation and coordination services; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A6401. 

5.B.    AUTHORIZE INITIATE AN AMENDMENT TO THE MUSEUM MARKET PLACE SPECIFIC PLAN AND APPROVAL OF A PURCHASE ORDER IN THE AMOUNT OF $111,410 TO TERRA NOVA PLANNING & RESEARCH, INC., FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (CEQA) SERVICES(CASE NO. 5.1204): 
RECOMMENDATION:   1) Direct staff to initiate a formal amendment to the Museum Market Place Specific Plan; 2) Approve a Purchase Order in the amount of $111,410 to Terra Nova Planning & Research, Inc., in accordance with Agreement No. A6559, to provide environmental assessment (CEQA) services associated with the Downtown Revitalization Plan (“Downtown Palm Springs”); and 3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.  A6559.   

5.C.    APPROVE CLASS 2 BIKE LANES AND ELIMINATE ALL ON-STREET PARKING ON EL CIELO ROAD, BETWEEN RAMON ROAD AND TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY FOR THE BICYCLE CORRIDORS, PHASE 1 (CP 13-32): 
RECOMMENDATION:  Approve Class 2 bike lanes and eliminate on-street parking on El Cielo Road, between Ramon Road and Tahquitz Canyon Way for the Bicycle Corridors, Phase 1 (CP 13-32).

COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, REQUESTS, AND REPORTS: Additional general comments, reports, announcements, requests of staff and/or issues of concern to Councilmembers are briefly presented at this time.

ADJOURNMENT:  The City Council will adjourn to Wednesday, September 16, 2015, at 6:00 P.M. Council Chamber, City Hall, preceded by Closed Session, Small Conference Room, City Hall, 3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.