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Contract No. R30380
PALM DESERT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
STAFF REPORT
REQUEST: AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH A NOTICE INVITING
SEALED BIDS FOR PERIMETER LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS AT
THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LARKSPUR LANE AND SHADOW
MOUNTAIN DRIVE.
SUBMITTED BY: Bryce Lynn White, Project Administrator
DATE: November 18, 2010
CONTENTS: Aerial Location Map
Recommendation
By Minute Motion, that the Agency Board:
Authorize the City Clerk to publish a Notice Inviting Sealed Bids for perimeter landscape
improvements at the northeast corner of Larkspur Lane and Shadow Mountain Drive.
Executive Summary
Approval of staff's recommendation will provide perimeter landscaping along both street
frontages at the northeast corner of Larkspur Lane and Shadow Mountain Drive (see attached
map). The vacant properties are owned by the Redevelopment Agency and are used for
activities during Fashion Week. The improvements will provide landscaped separation between
the unimproved properties and adjoining public streets.
Background
The subject properties are located at the northeast corner of Larkspur Lane and Shadow
Mountain Drive (APN 627-262-008 and APN 627-262-011) and are zoned C-1 and R-3
respectively. The properties are located east of The Gardens on El Paseo and total 91,684
square feet in area (2.10 acres). They are the only unimproved properties visible from El Paseo.
On July 21, 2010, the Landscape Beautification Committee (LBC) approved the preliminary
concept for the proposed improvements. The proposed project is on the LBC agenda on
November 17, 2010, and staff's recommendation is contingent on their approval.
The proposed 15-foot wide landscape along both street frontages will provide a visual buffer
between the vacant properties and the street. The City's Landscape Services Division is
preparing the irrigation landscape layouts and will assist the Agency with the project oversight,
inspection, and technical review of the installation. The Agency will reimburse the City for staff
time.
Staff Report
Larkspur Lane and Shadow Mountain Drive Perimeter Landscape
Page 2 of 2
November 18, 2010
These Agency -owned properties are currently used for activities during Fashion Week and other
temporary uses throughout the year. The proposed improvements will enhance the aesthetics of
the area and will provide a more positive image of the El Paseo shopping district. The proposed
improvements are scheduled for completion prior to March 21, 2011, which is the beginning of
Fashion Week.
Fiscal Analysis
The estimated cost of this project is $60,000. Funds for this project will require appropriation
from Redevelopment Agency account number 850-4388-433-4001. The Agency will pay the
cost to maintain the improvements of approximately $6,500 per year until an ultimate disposition
of the property is determined. There will be no fiscal impact on the General Fund.
Submitted By:
kyLy,W ite, Project Administrator
Department Head:
McCarthy, ACM fo c levelopment
Paul S. Gibson, Director of Finance
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JMinZAlvarez, Redevelopment Manager
himuth, City Manager/Executive Director
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