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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReports from Committees and Commissions on City Philosophy • Memorandum City of Palm Desert To: Honorable Mayor & Members of the City Council From: Director of Community Affairs/City Clerk Subject: Reports from Committees & Commission on City Philosophy Date: May 8, 1997 At its meeting of December 12, 1997, the City Council directed staff to forward the proposed City Philosophy to all City committees and commissions and the Palm Desert Employees' Organization for comments. We have now received response from every committee and commission with the exception of the Project Area Committee. I have attached copies of the responses we received. To date, we have had no response from the Employees' Organization. 7 SHEILA R. GILL G DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY AIRS/CITY CLERK CITY COUNCIL ACTION: APPROVED X * DENIED RECEIVED OTHER MEETING DATE 5/R/97 AYES: BENSON. CRITES. SNYDER. SPTF(tFT. KFTTV* NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN:..NnNF -- VERIFIED BY: SRG/rdk Original on File with City Clerk' s Office *Approved the following recommendations: 1)City Clerk's Office and several Councilmembers meeting to put something together with comments that have been received; 2)Incorporating the City Philosophy into the 2010 Plan which is being developed; 3)Receiving the community's input as well. MINUTES REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 12, 1996 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * appointing a member of their organization to this committee. He said he had brought this to the attention of Mrs. Gilligan and Community Arts Manager John Nagus, and their initial reaction was positive. He noted that he felt Mr. Kibbey would be interested in being appointed himself if the Council wished to do so. He added that the Art-In-Public-Places Committee would be meeting next week and that he would bring this matter to their attention. Council concurred. 5. Councilman Crites stated that Councilman Spiegel had asked staff to look at the Conditional Use Permit for La Bamba, a dining and dancing place, and check for violations and, if appropriate, begin the hearing process on that. 6. Councilman Crites stated that Councilman Spiegel asked that staff be directed to look again at the issue of leaf blowers in the City. He noted an article in the Los Angeles Times relative to the demise of leaf blowers in the City of Los Angeles and said Councilman Spiegel felt if Los Angeles could ban them, the City of Palm Desert should also look at the issue again. Council concurred. 7. Request for Approval of City Philosophy (Mayor Richard S. Kelly) Mayor Kelly noted the draft City of Palm Desert Philosophy and asked Council for comments. Councilman Crites suggested that this be taken to the Palm Desert Employees Organization for comments and also to each of the City's Committees and Commissions for comments. Then, when appropriate, it should be brought back to the Council. Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, approve this process. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by a 4-0-1 vote, with Councilman Spiegel ABSENT. o City Council Committee Reports: 1. Mayor Kelly stated that he had received a call from Mr. Carl Still from Imperial Irrigation District who indicated that a representative from Palm Desert was not eligible to be on the IID Advisory Board because we are not served by their organization. 33 Alan Root received his sign-off on the revisions to his design. He will be going to fabrication soon. 2. Soccer Field Mr. Nagus is waiting for final word from Planning on the soccer field project. He is looking into how this project could be tied into educational outreach. Mr. Nagus will come back with a draft proposal on how this could be accomplished. NEW BUSINESS A. CITY PHILOSOPHY - REPORT BY JOHN NAGUS Mr. Nagus noted the draft City Philosophy in the agenda packet. He reported it was the direction of Council to gather comments and suggestions from all the various committees and the Palm Desert Employees Association by February 26. Member Brody commented that she is insulted by it and thought it was demeaning to employees. She remarked that in all her dealings with employees of the City, they have always been courteous and helpful. Member Halloran-Lewis stated that she interpreted it as a way of stating what has already occurred. She thought it would be inspiring for the employees who work for the City. Member Grochau remarked that he thought it was positive but verbose. Member Katz asked how this would be used. If it will be given to the public he had no problem with it, but if it was to be directed to the employees he would object. B. SCHOOL RECYCLING PROGRAM - PRESENTATION BY LISA CONSTANDE 02/19/97 3 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION APRIL 8, 1997 Action: It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner Connor, to approve the preliminary architectural plans as submitted subject to changing the front east wall by either stepping or sloping it to be more in line with the architecture of the building. Motion carried 5-0. C. Miscellaneous: The commission reviewed the draft 'City Philosophy' and stated that they appreciated the opportunity to review it but had no comments. Action: It was moved by Commissioner Urrutia, seconded by Commissioner O'Donnell, to pass on the draft 'City Philosophy' as is to the city council. Motion carried 5-0. V. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 1:45 p.m. STEVE SMIT PLANNING MANAGER SS/db 8 CONVENE 3:07 p.m. on Wednesday, February 10, 1997 ROLL CALL Members Present: Chairperson Bennett, Vice-Chairperson Morgan, Sloane Halloran-Lewis, Janet Brody, Paula Kroonen, Dianne Funk, Mark Ross, Maureen Mendoza, Steve Browning, Jim Struck, Jeff Courchaine, John Norman and Dale Gribow Staff Present: John Nagus, Mary Gates, Wilma Michelson Others Present: Mayor Richard Kelly and Kristy Kneiding - Palm Desert News Bureau Members Absent: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES Upon motion by Member Ha/loran Lewis, second by Member Kroonen, the Minutes of January 13, 1997, were approved by unanimous vote with the following clarification: Page 4, Paragraph C should have been stated "Member Morgan reported that out of the four groups that had not been selected at the previous meeting, three have been determined. Only the Country/Bluegrass band has not been selected. " ORAL COMMUNICATION None NEW BUSINESS A. CONSIDERATION AND DISCUSSION OF CITY PHILOSOPHY Chairperson Bennett asked Mayor Kelly to give a background 2/10/97 1 on the City Philosophy. I or Kelly explained that he presented the proposed Philosophy to the City Council at its meeting of December 12, 1996. It was Council's direction to have it reviewed by the Palm Desert Employees' Organization and the City's committees and commissions and submit comments back to the City Council. Member Kroonen commented that she thought this was a good idea. Chairperson Bennett added that it set a high standard for employees. Member Halloran-Lewis stated there was something inspirational about it and thought it would have a positive effect. Member Gribow remarked that after World War II the Japanese started a philosophy which Tony Robinson embraced called "CANI" (Constant and Never Ending Improvement), which is how he sees Palm Desert -- always on the cutting edge and striving for improvement. He suggested adding a sentence as an opening line stating "Palm Desert is a proactive city that is committed to the philosophy of constant and never ending improvement. Mayor Kelly remarked that this suggestion may have merit. Chairperson Bennett asked that by copy of the minutes these comments be conveyed back to the City Council via Mary Gates by February 28. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. CONSIDERATION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YOUNG ARTISTS SYMPHONY REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF FREE CONCERT IN THE CIVIC CENTER PARK ON SUNDAY, APRIL 6, 1997 (continued from the meetings of November 12, 1996, December 9, 1996, and January 13, 1997) Mary Gates reported that there has been no response from this group since she sent a letter requesting more information. She suggested that this item be continued until such time as a response is received from this group. It was moved by Member Norman, seconded by Member Halloran-Lewis to continue this item until such time as a response is received from Southern California Young Artists Symphony. Motion carried unanimously. 2/10/97 2 --�:. Mii*ites 10 ! fl t Library Commu�u b a CONVENE 1:35 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 1997 ROLL CALL Members Present: Chairman Ella Manor, Barbara Bowie, and Gail Paparian Staff Present: Councilman Bob Spiegel, John Nagus and Cathy Cardona Members Absent: Betty Carapellese, Gayl Biondi, Madelin Ferguson, and Catherine Levitt Others Present: Kristy Kneiding, Palm Desert News Bureau APPROVAL OF MINUTES No action was taken by the Committee due to lack of quorum; however, the Committee Members present discussed the following items which will be placed on the next agenda. NEW BUSINESS A. CONSIDERATION of City Philosophy as referred by the City Council Chairman Manor expressed that she thought the City Philosophy was wonderful. No other comments were made. B. DISCUSSION of Parking Problems with COD and the Street Faire. Barbara Bowie shared with the Committee the parking problems that the Library is having on Saturdays. Ms. Bowie elaborated on one incident in particular with the League of 2/12/97 1 •w, PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: Sheila Gilligan, Director of Community Affairs/Cit 1prk FROM: Paul Shillcock, Economic Development Manager SUBJECT: CITY PHILOSOPHY DATE: March 31, 1997 The Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC), in response to City Council's request, reviewed and discussed the "City of Palm Desert Philosophy" as provided by your office. We are providing you with an excerpt from the minutes of that meeting held on March 25, 1997. These minutes are in draft form pending approval at the next regularly scheduled EDAC meeting (April 17, 1997). PS:Iw Attachment c) cc; C) _o 71 m7-73 �, m rn C LO G? 0 ............. / to: .•. .z Minutes ran 1ti Economic Development Advisory '•.•°,row 3319,0) •••' Committee CONVENE 3:05 p.m., Tuesday, March 25, 1997 ROLL CALL Members Present: Kermit Martin, Dave Tschopp, Nancy Artis, Doug Simmons, Sonny Tatum, Tim Sullivan, Frank Goodman, Members Absent: Cynthia Finerty, Gary Lyons Others Present: Walt Snyder, Ray Diaz, Phil Drell, Paul Shillcock, Ken Doran, Locksi Witte. MINUTES It was moved by Doug Simmons and seconded by Sonny Tatum to approve the minutes of the January 30, 1997 meeting, with correction as requested by Nancy Artis. Motion was unanimously carried. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS NONE NEW BUSINESS A. 'CITY OF PALM DESERT PHILOSOPHY' Chairman enquired if members had any comments, questions or suggestions on this item. Walt Snyder informed members that the City was following the footsteps of the League of California Cities and CVAG by developing a philosophy statement. It was moved by Sonny Tatum to direct the City Council to adopt the philosophy statement as presented. Motion was seconded by Doug Simmons and was unanimously carried. CONTINUED ITEM The Chairman suggested that the Committee proceed to Item B. 1 MINUTES PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION FEBRUARY 12, 1997 III. NEW BUSINESS: A. CIVIC CENTER DOG PARK: Mr. Winklepleck reviewed a letter received from S. Leslie Marchetti dated January 14, 1997 requesting a number of changes to the existing dog park. He noted that she was invited to attend the meeting,but that she was not present. Mr. Winklepleck noted that the funds are available for the dog park expansion,but it did not include lighting. He felt that the type of lights used in the parking lot would be adequate for the dog park. Commissioner Royer agreed with using low level lighting. Commissioner Guyer asked if there was power to the area for lighting or if it will have to be brought in. Mr. Winklepleck indicated that the lighting was not there and would have to be installed. Commissioner Guyer suggested the use of solar panels. Commissioner Tanner liked the idea and thought a panel could be placed on both the north and south side of the park. Mayor Kelly also felt that solar panels would be a good idea. Commission directed staff to check into solar lighting for the dog park and continue to pursue the re-design. B. PROPOSED CITY PHILOSOPHY: Commissioner Bats-O'Donnell stated that she reviewed the philosophy and re-wrote it as she felt that it was very employee oriented. She felt that the city is its people and not just the employees. Mayor Kelly stated that it is an employee philosophy and how the employees treat the residents of Palm Desert. Commissioner Bats-O'Donnell explained that she misunderstood the intent of the proposed philosophy and felt that if it was an employee philosophy then it was acceptable. Commissioner Barnes felt that the citizens of Palm Desert are paramount and should be more important than anything else. Commissioner Criste thought that the philosophy was a good idea and suggested a slight rewording of the second paragraph because it was very serious. She felt it should be changed to say that"we will do everything we can", not"nothing will stop us". She felt that this statement could cause problems. Commissioner Criste felt that the spirit was good and thought it was a positive thing to do. Mayor Kelly added that the philosophy is not only for the employees, but also for the other people who serve the citizens, including the Parks & Recreation Commission. 2 • CITY OF PALM DESERT DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MEMORANDUM TO: Sheila R. Gilligan, Director of Community Affairs/City Clerk FROM: Tonya Monroe, Administrative Secretary DATE: April 1 , 1997 SUBJECT: City Philosophy On February 18, 1 997 the Palm Desert Planning Commission discussed the proposed city philosophy. A copy of the February 18 minutes are attached for your review. 2-27?)-- — TONYA M,ONROE ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 18, 1997 IX. MISCELLANEOUS A. REQUEST BY CITY COUNCIL FOR COMMENTS ON PROPOSED CITY PHILOSOPHY. Chairperson Ferguson noted that there was a request by City Council for comments by the commission with respect to a City of Palm Desert philosophy. Mr. Drell clarified that this was not the philosophy of the City of Palm Desert, but the City of Palm Desert employees and others who serve the City, like the Planning Commission. Chairperson Ferguson noted that one of his first comments was that staff didn't necessarily include people serving on the commission, boards, committees and if they were all serving the city with this philosophy they should probably all be included. Commissioner Campbell asked who wrote the philosophy. Chairperson Ferguson replied the Mayor. Mr. Drell thought that Mayor Kelly felt that staff included everyone. Commissioner Campbell felt it was nicely done. Chairperson Ferguson hoped the Mayor would read these minutes and take note of his comment. Commissioner Fernandez felt that instead of employees, it should say "associates" since they were all part of the philosophy. Chairperson Ferguson asked if Commissioner Fernandez was saying not to use the word "employees." Commissioner Fernandez concurred. Chairperson Ferguson stated that he had two other comments--one that it sounded kind of mercenary that they were doing all of this because of their financial integrity. He felt that the philosophy should be that they are a government by the people for the people and their goal is service to the people as their ultimate employers, not for financial integrity, although it was a residual benefit. If the Mayor was reading the minutes, he asked that he reconsider this philosophy. Commissioner Jonathan said that it was kind of Mom and apple pie, so it was hard to disagree with it, but candidly he failed to see the point. If there was going to be an overall city philosophy, he thought it could be a little more eloquent, broad and all encompassing than the document before them. He didn't have an objection, but it didn't excite him. 22 t MINUTES PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 18, 1997 Chairperson Ferguson said that as he understood this it was originally going to be for city employees and was taken up by the council at the request of one of the council members. Commissioner Jonathan said that if it was going to be in the employees' manual, fine. Chairperson Ferguson said broader input was sought from all commissions, boards, etc., and hopefully the end product would be that which Commissioner Jonathan was describing. B. REQUEST FOR A DETERMINATION OF USE TO ALLOW A CHURCH USE IN A PLANNED COMMERCIAL ZONE Mr. Drell said there was a request in the Price Costco center to use 10,000 square feet as a church. His first reaction was okay, it probably wouldn't do any harm. His second reaction was that it might do harm. The key for the success of any commercial center was concentration of commercial uses. The city has approved churches out in the industrial park because there were individual businesses that didn't rely on their synergy for their success. Ultimately, if a center was successful, it relied on the individual draws of the components to reinforce each other and this was a use that was principally administrative during the week and church services on Sunday. It was kind of an admission, and it might be a realistic one, that maybe this center was designed so poorly that this was as good as they could do and was kind of like throwing in the towel. If they were to do more of this sort of thing, it was saying that this was not going to work as a commercial center and they could let anyone in who would pay rent go there. If they have reached the conclusion that this is as good as they are going to get back there, otherwise it started that stage of decomposition of a commercial center. Chairperson Ferguson asked why this was coming before them as a miscellaneous item. He noted they have had other public hearings on church uses. Mr. Drell explained that they were not in the commercial zone. All of the churches were in the Service Industrial zone. He felt it was an efficient use of those spaces during off hours in the Service Industrial areas. This was the first time they have had one in a shopping center and 10,000 square feet was a large space. It was not in any way one of the listed uses in that zone. It would require a conditional use permit, but the question was whether or not the commission would consider something like this. If it is, staff could schedule a hearing. Commission could tell the applicant to go through the hearing process, or tell them now that they should look for another location. Commissioner Campbell felt they should look for another location. Chairperson Ferguson agreed. 23 INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM City of Palm Desert TO: Palm Desert Employees Organization Secretaries of the Following City Committees/Commissions: Architectural Review Commission, Economic Development Advisory Committee, Library Committee, Planning Commission, Police Advisory Committee FROM: Sheila R. Gilligan, Director of Community Affairs/City Clerk DATE: March 28, 1997 SUBJECT: City Philosophy On January 30, 1997, I forwarded a copy of a suggested City Philosophy statement to all City committees and commissions as well as the Palm Desert Employees Organization for review and comment. To date, we have received no response that the above groups have looked at it or made comments for submission to the City Council. If the policy has been reviewed and is reflected in Minutes, please provide me with a copy of that portion of the Minutes. If it has not been presented, please agendize for your next meeting, as we need to return this to the City Council for finalization in the near future. If you have any questions, please let me know. d )C c s'' / he((d/:-7';>A4 (6-_4,O---- SHEILA R. GILLIGAN iteA;41;klefril* r DIRECTOR OF COMMUNI- AFFAIRS/CITY CLERK Minutes Promotion Committee NEW BUSINESS A. CONSIDERATION OF 1997 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ADVERTISING/PUBLICITY SERVICES Discussion was held within the Committee regarding the Sub Committee to follow the schedule provided in the proposal to choose the candidates for the presentations to the City Council. Action: It was MOVED by Bill Powers and SECONDED by Arnold Kirschenbaum to recommend to the City Council approval of the Request for Proposal. The motion carried unanimously. B. CONSIDERATION OF CITY PHILOSOPHY AS REFERRED BY THE CITY COUNCIL Councilman Bob Speigel gave a brief description of the City Philosophy. Chairman Evans commented that he thought it was a good starting point. C. UPDATE ON PALM DESERT SENIOR CUP (GEORGE ANICH) Mr. George Anich, reported to the Committee that 400 players have signed up for this years event. Out of 22 teams, there are only two teams that are local. The cost will be $75.00 per person for 3 days, and the participants will receive several souvenirs as well. The amount for the awards was approved for $3,500.00. He thanked the Committee for its support. D. UPDATE ON 5K RUN - ELITE RACING (KEN SCHULTE) Mr. Ken Schulte reported to the Committee that 70.1% of the participants were from the Coachella Valley and were all Americans. He held a meeting with all the sponsors and had a great response. The sponsors felt that there was a level of prestige at this event unlike what has been presented at other 2 t Minutes Promotion Committee events. There seems to be a lot more people committed to the event, and there is a 12% growth increase. In the future there will be a separate Men's and Women's Invitational. He passed out site proposals to the Committee. CONTINUING BUSINESS A. REPORT FROM SPRINGFEST COMMITTEE Committee Member Tretta reported that this Committee is shaping up very well. Mr. Tretta again expressed his gratitude to staff member Ms. Pat Scully for her expertise on this Committee. B. REVIEW AND UPDATE 1. Agency Activities Mr. Goodsell updated the Committee on the Multi Media Travel Package/Raven Productions; he said that the first two weeks the show will air 50 times. Production will start in early March. 2. News Bureau Activities Ms. Byrd presented the Committee with Clip Ad Books that the News Bureau assembled and suggested that they be placed in the City Clerk's Office. She thanked Mrs. Gilligan for her help and support on putting the newsletter together on Desert Willow. Ms. Kristy Kneiding gave her report on the following events: • Gregg Juarez Donation • Springfest • 4th of July • Proceeds from the Chamber Mixers will go towards the 4th of July Committee Joanna Hodges - Piano Competition • Summer Nights • Desert Sun - New Valley Sections 3 CI' OF PALM DESERT PHILO"'PHY PALM DESERT IS A CITY WITH A STAFF THAT IS COMMITTED TO MAINTAINING AN EXCITING, STIMULATING,AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT. WE WORK AS A TEAM, TOGETHER WITH OUR CITIZENS, BY LISTENING ATTENTIVELY TO THEIR IDEAS. WE ARE EAGER TO PROVE THAT OUR CITIZENS MADE A WISE CHOICE IN BECOMING RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT. WHEN OUR CITIZENS HAVE PROBLEMS AND REQUIRE IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE,WE WILL NOT LET ANYTHING DETER US FROM ASSISTING THEM. WE WILL DO THIS WITH GRACE AND GENUINE INTEREST. DOING OUTSTANDING WORK IN A PLEASANT AND ENTHUSIASTIC MANNER WILL ASSURE OUR CITIZENS OF A HIGHER QUALITY OF LIFE. WE SHALL PRESERVE OUR FINANCIAL INTEGRITY BY WORKING EFFICIENTLY AND PROFITABLY. COMMITMENT TO THESE IDEALS WILL PROVIDE EACH OF US MORE ENJOYMENT, NEW OPPORTUNITIES, AND WILL MAKE PALM DESERT THE BEST THAT IT CAN BE. WITH OUR CONSTITUENTS, WE ARE A FAMILY AND A TEAM, LIVING TOGETHER AND CARING ABOUT,EACI Q. -ACTION i•. / / ENIED _0-0 ��1�� S, 2L.t7cf S ,4', ,LGUL4 DESERT COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 12, 1996 REGULAR PALM * * * * * * * * * * 's * wished to do so. He added that the Art-In-Public-Places ir ttee atte would be meeting next week and that he would bring this matter Council concurred. 5. Councilman Crites stated that Councilman Spiegel had asked staff to look at the Conditional Use Permit for La Bamba, a dining and dancing place, and check for violations and, if appropriate, begin the hearing process on that. 6. Councilman Crites stated that Councilman Spiegel asked that staff be directed to look again at the issue of leaf blowers in the City. He noted an article in the Los Angeles Times relative to the demise of leaf blowers in the City of Los Angeles and said Councilman Spiegel felt if Los Angeles could ban them, the City of Palm Desert should al a issue again. Council concurred. 6. RgaugatigLAppmal of City Philosophy (Mayor Richard S. Kelly) -• Mayor Kelly noted the draft City of Palm Desert Philosophy and asked Council for comments. Councilman Crites suggested that this be taken to the Palm Desert Employees Organization for comments and also to each of ity,s should Co i ebrought Commissions for comments. Then, when appropriate, back to the Council. Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, approve this process. Motion was seconded by ABSENT. Snyder and carried by a 4-0-1 vote, with Councilman Spiegel o City Council Committee Reports: 1, Mayor Kelly stated that he had received at a representatifrom Mr. ve 1 from Palm Still from Im Irrigation District who and cated th Desert as not eligible to be on the IID Advisory Board because we are not served by their organization. Councilman Crites moved to, by Minute Motion, direct the Mayor to send a letter to the Chairman of the Board of Imperial Irrigation District noting that the City ofe Pan Deserthadebee asthe tyby IID o m serve on its Advisory Board and that being that IID covers a ry y pe Desert, that we would appreciate them waiving the service/residency v�Councit lman for the e City ABSENT of Palm Desert. Motion was seconded by Snyder and carried by a 4-0-1 vote, 29