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Home My WebLink About2024-11-14Palm Desert City Council, Successor Agency to the Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency, Housing Authority, and Board of Library Trustees Regular Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024, 3:15 p.m. Present: Mayor Karina Quintanilla, Mayor Pro Tem Jan Harnik, Councilmember Kathleen Kelly, Councilmember Gina Nestande, Councilmember Evan Trubee 1. CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION - 3:15 P.M. A Regular Meeting of the Palm Desert City Council was called to order by Mayor Quintanilla on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 3:20 p.m., in the Council Chamber, City Hall, located at 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California. 2. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY None. 3. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION Mayor Quintanilla adjourned to Closed Session at 3:20 p.m. 4. CLOSED SESSION AGENDA The following items were considered in closed session: 4.a Closed Session Meeting Minutes: October 10, 2024 4.b Conference with Legal Counsel regarding Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)1 VillasPD, LLC v City of Palm Desert Case number: CVPS2404242 5. ROLL CALL - REGULAR MEETING - 4:00 P.M. 6. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Pro Tem Harnik led the Pledge of Allegiance. 7. INSPIRATION Mayor Quintanilla provided words of inspiration. 8. REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Shah stated that direction was given by the City Council; no reportable actions were taken. Docusign Envelope ID: A4D3DD98-77E9-4BF0-9637-7AFA9B550EB9 Palm Desert City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024 2 9. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, AND APPOINTMENTS 9.a RECOGNITION - CIVIC ACADEMY PARTICIPANTS Mayor Quintanilla and Community Relations Supervisor Penta recognized recent graduates of Civic Academy: • Alexander Meyerhoff • Alexia Rodriguez • Carla Roth • Carmen Cubero • Charles Mitchell • Elise Colson • Flo Wolff • Jeff Grady • Karola Rietz • Lisa Barbato • Lori Davis • Mark Sedlacek • Matt Inderwiesche • Renado Gouldlock • Ron De Luna • Sheila Durkin • Stacie Hedges The following graduates were also recognized, but were not present at the meeting: • David Garcia-Tlahuel • Maggie Cahill • Connor (Mary) Limont • Moya Williams • Peggy Molloy • Sharon Spiegel • Tyler Skogen 10. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS 10.a LIBRARY GRAND OPENING Assistant Director of Library Services Vonnegut invited the community to the Library's Grand Opening on November 20, 2024 10.b SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC UPDATE Director of Development Services Cannone invited residents to register for the upcoming spay and neuter clinic for dogs and cats on December 6, 2024, at the Civic Center Dog Park and announced future vaccination and microchipping clinics. 11. MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND REQUESTS FOR ACTION Councilmembers reported on their attendance at various meetings and events. Councilmember Trubee, supported by Mayor Quintanilla, requested staff evaluate adding signage at Homme Adams Park to raise awareness for pedestrians that it is a leash free area for dogs. Councilmember Kelly, supported by Councilmember Nestande, requested an update on Proposition 36 and how it will affect enforcement of retail theft. In addition, Councilmember Kelly, supported by Mayor Quintanilla, requested staff review the City’s policies regarding fireworks on private property and neighborhood notifications and return to City Council for possible revisions. Docusign Envelope ID: A4D3DD98-77E9-4BF0-9637-7AFA9B550EB9 Palm Desert City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024 2 Mayor Quintanilla, supported by Councilmember Kelly, requested that the City Council Subcommittee on signage consider the placement of signs announcing the City as an Autism Certified City, similar to the Purple Heart City signage. In addition, Mayor Quintanilla requested consideration of a policy regarding smart technologies with recording capabilities. This request did not receive council support. 12. NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS Jimy White, Palm Desert resident, voiced frustration regarding the management company of California Villas apartment community. Christoper Molinar, of the Artist Council, expressed appreciation to the City Council for the continued support of the Artists Council. 13. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik To approve the consent calendar as presented. Motion Carried (5 to 0) 13.a APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL, SUCCESSOR AGENCY, AND HOUSING AUTHORITY MINUTES Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik Approve the Minutes of October 24, 2024. Motion Carried 13.b APPROVAL OF WARRANT REGISTERS Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik Approve the warrant registers issued for the period 10/17/2024 to 11/1/2024. Motion Carried 13.c RECEIVE AND FILE APPLICATIONS FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSES Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik Receive and file the application for Alcoholic Beverage License for: Palm Desert Local Mart, Inc. (Local Mart) - 45-200 PORTOLA AVE 321 Palm Desert Motion Carried Docusign Envelope ID: A4D3DD98-77E9-4BF0-9637-7AFA9B550EB9 Palm Desert City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024 3 13.f AWARD CONSTRUCTION SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. HA48600 WITH MOHAWK COMMERCIAL, INC., FOR FLOOR COVERINGS AT PALM DESERT HOUSING AUTHORITY PROPERTIES Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik 1. Authorize the use of Mohawk Commercial, Inc., an Omnia Partners (“Omnia”) national government cooperative contract holder for flooring and outdoor surfaces solutions, contract 2020002149, at the Palm Desert Housing Authority pursuant to Section 3.30.160(E) of the Palm Desert Municipal Code. 2. Award a Short-Form Construction Contract No. HA48600 with Mohawk Commercial, Inc., for procurement and installation of floor coverings and related supplies and services at the Authority’s properties for a term of one (1) year, with an option to renew for up to four additional one-year terms, in an annual amount not to exceed $175,000 annually. 3. Authorize the Executive Director to execute the agreement, take any necessary actions to facilitate execution of agreement with Mohawk Commercial, Inc., and execute any documents necessary to effectuate the actions taken herewith. Motion Carried 13.g ACCEPT CONTRACT NO. C43860 WITH VECTOR RESOURCES, INC., FOR THE SECURITY CAMERA INSTALLATION AS COMPLETE, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO FILE THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION (PROJECT NO. MFA00015) Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik 1. Accept the Security Camera Installation Project as completed in accordance with the contract specifications. 2. Authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion. Motion Carried 13.h APPROVE OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL FOR THE PUBLIC AFFAIRS MANAGER TO PROMOTE THE PALM DESERT FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik Authorize out-of-state travel for the Public Affairs Manager to participate in a media event in New York City, New York, on January 21, 2025, promoting the Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival at the James Beard Platform in conjunction with Palm Springs Life and Visit Greater Palm Springs. Motion Carried Docusign Envelope ID: A4D3DD98-77E9-4BF0-9637-7AFA9B550EB9 Palm Desert City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024 4 13.i ADOPT RESOLUTION 2024-079 APPROVING FINAL TRACT MAP NO. 37506- 3 AND AGREEMENTS Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik Adopt Resolution No. 2024-079 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF FINAL TRACT MAP 37506-3.” Motion Carried 13.j AWARD A CONTRACT NO. C48610 TO R DEPENDABLE CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR ADA UPGRADES AT THE STATE BUILDING (PROJECT NO. MFA00011) Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik 1. Award a contract no. C48610 to R Dependable Construction, Inc., of San Bernardino, California, for ADA Upgrades at the State Building in the amount of $279,900, plus a $28,000 contingency. 2. Authorize the City Attorney to make necessary nonmonetary changes to the contract. 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and written requests for change orders up to the contingency amount, amendments, and other documents necessary to effectuate this action, in accordance with Section 3.30.170 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code. 4. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Notice of Completion (NOC) and authorize the City Clerk to file the NOC upon satisfactory completion of the Project. Motion Carried 13.k AWARD A CONTRACT NO. C48620 TO HERMANN DESIGN GROUP FOR DEVELOPENT OF A LANDSCAPE MASTER PLAN AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT SERVICES (PROJECT NO. CPK00003) Motion by: Councilmember Nestande Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik 1. Award a Professional Services Agreement No. C48620 with Hermann Design Group, of Palm Desert, California, for development of a Landscape Master Plan (LMP) in the amount of $41,585 plus $8,415 in contingency for unforeseen circumstances. 2. Authorize extra work associated with design and construction support services to implement the plan with Hermann Design Group in an amount not to exceed $200,000 per fiscal year for a 31-month term, with two one- year extension options. 3. Authorize the City Attorney to make necessary nonmonetary changes to the contract. Docusign Envelope ID: A4D3DD98-77E9-4BF0-9637-7AFA9B550EB9 Palm Desert City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024 5 4. Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract and any other documents necessary to effectuate this action, in accordance with Section 3.30.170 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code. Motion Carried 13.d ACCEPTANCE A RESIGNATION FROM THE FINANCE COMMITTEE Mayor Quintanilla expressed gratitude to Mr. Wuest for his service on the Finance Committee and to the community. Motion by: Councilmember Kelly Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik With regret, accept the resignation of Jake Wuest from the Finance Committee, effective December 31, 2024. Motion Carried (5 to 0) 13.e AUTHORIZATION OF JOSLYN CENTER AGREEMENT WITH PALM DESERT WAVE HOUSE FOR PARKING LOT USE AND CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF PICKLEBALL COURT Homeless and Supportive Services Manager Tenorio responded to Council inquiry. Motion by: Councilmember Kelly Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik 1. Authorize Palm Desert Wave House, LLC, Parking Lot Use Agreement pursuant to Article 5 of Contract No. C36520, Lease Agreement between the Cove Communities Senior Association and the City of Palm Desert. 2. Authorize the City Attorney to make any necessary non-monetary changes to the Parking Lot Use Agreement. 3. Authorize the construction and installation of a pickleball court pursuant to Article 6 of Contract No. C36520, Lease Agreement between the Cove Communities Senior Association and the City of Palm Desert Motion Carried (5 to 0) Docusign Envelope ID: A4D3DD98-77E9-4BF0-9637-7AFA9B550EB9 Palm Desert City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024 6 14. ACTION CALENDAR 14.a RESOLUTION 2024-080 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO IMPLEMENT THE PALM DESERT TRANSACTION AND USE TAX – 5 YEAR SPENDING PLAN AND PRIORITIES AND EXECUTE THE NECESSARY AGREEMENTS FOR THE ADMINISTRATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A LOCAL TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX Assistant City Manager Escobedo and Director of Finance Chavez narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to Council inquiries. Motion by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik Seconded by: Councilmember Nestande 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-080 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO IMPLEMENT THE PALM DESERT TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX – 5 YEAR SPENDING PLAN AND PRIORITIES AND EXECUTE THE NECESSARY AGREEMENTS FOR THE ADMINISTRATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A LOCAL TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX.” 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate the actions taken herewith and amend the terms of staffing as may be necessary from time to time to respond to immediate community needs. Motion Carried (5 to 0) 15. PUBLIC HEARINGS 15.a INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE NO. 1422 TO AMEND CHAPTER 12.04 – ENCROACHMENTS, OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE, AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER CEQA Mayor Quintanilla opened the public hearing. Capital Projects Manager Gayler summarized the staff report and responded to City Council inquiries. Mayor Quintanilla closed the public hearing, there being no member of the public wishing to speak. Motion by: Councilmember Kelly Seconded by: Councilmember Trubee Introduce Ordinance No. 1422 entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND CHAPTER 12.04 – ENCROACHMENTS, OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE, AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER CEQA.” Motion Carried (5 to 0) Docusign Envelope ID: A4D3DD98-77E9-4BF0-9637-7AFA9B550EB9 Palm Desert City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024 7 15.b ADDENDUM TO THE TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM MITIGATION FEE (TUMF) 2018 FEE SCHEDULE UPDATE NEXUS REPORT AND ADOPT THE TUMF INFLATION ADJUSTMENT AND REVISED FEE SCHEDULE FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2025 Mayor Quintanilla opened the public hearing. Director of Development Service Cannone summarized the staff report and responded to City Council inquiries. Mayor Quintanilla closed the public hearing, there being no member of the public wishing to speak. Motion by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik Seconded by: Councilmember Nestande 1. Hold a noticed consolidated public hearing and receive public testimony; and 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-081 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN ADDENDUM TO THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS’ TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM MITIGATION FEE (TUMF) 2018 FEE SCHEDULE UPDATE NEXUS REPORT AND ADOPTING THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE’S TUMF INFLATION ADJUSTMENT AND REVISED FEE SCHEDULE FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2025 APPLICABLE TO ALL DEVELOPMENTS IN THE CITY OF PALM DESERT.” Motion Carried (5 to 0) 15.c INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE NO. 1423 TO AMEND SECTION 25.34.030 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS OF THE PALM DESERT MUNICIPAL AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER CEQA Mayor Quintanilla opened the public hearing. Principal Planner Flores narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to City Council inquiries. Mayor Quintanilla closed the public hearing, there being no member of the public wishing to speak. Motion by: Mayor Pro Tem Harnik Seconded by: Councilmember Kelly Introduce Ordinance No. 1423 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 25.34.030 RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER CEQA.” Motion Carried (5 to 0) Docusign Envelope ID: A4D3DD98-77E9-4BF0-9637-7AFA9B550EB9 Palm Desert City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2024 8 16. INFORMATION ITEMS None. 17. ADJOURNMENT The City Council adjourned at 5:17 p.m. Respectfully submitted, _________________________ Michelle Nance Deputy Clerk II _________________________ Anthony J. Mejia, MMC City Clerk/Secretary Docusign Envelope ID: A4D3DD98-77E9-4BF0-9637-7AFA9B550EB9