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Home My WebLink AboutCC Min 2018-10-24 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Study Session Wednesday, October 24, 2018 4:30 PM City Council Chambers 68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero Cathedral City, CA 92234 • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 4:30 PM by Mayor Stan Henry • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status j Arrived Stan Henry Mayor Present 4:30 PM Shelley Kaplan Councilmember Present 4:30 PM Mark Carnevale Councilmember Present 4:30 PM Gregory S. Pettis Mayor Pro-Tem Present 4:30 PM John Aguilar Councilmember Present 4:30 PM • AGENDA FINALIZATION • STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION BY THE DEPUTY CITY CLERK 1. PUBLIC COMMENT 2. STUDY SESSION A. Cannabis Industry Labor Peace Agreements Recommendation: This item is provided for information, discussion and direction only. Ana Cabral, United Commercial Workers Local 1167, stated that they are in support of lowering the threshold from 20 employees to 10 in order to trigger a labor union agreement. It was the consensus of the City Council to add a requirement to the license renewal section to the Code that a business with ten or more employees must have signed labor peace agreements to be eligible for renewal. �I B. General Fund Year End Review 2017/2018 Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and direction only. Tami Scott, Administrative Services Director, presented the FY 2017/2018 General Fund Year End Review. Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City, stated that he feels the events that are taking place in the community are helping bring people to Cathedral City and increasing the revenues throughout the community. 3. CLOSED SESSION The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 5:13 p.m. to discuss the items listed on the Agenda. A. Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8. Property Location: Approximately 13.5 acres south of East Palm Canyon Drive at Date Palm Drive Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency and the City Urban Revitalization Corporation Property Owner: City Urban Revitalization Corporation Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential sale of real property B. Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property Location: Approximately 2 acres at the southeast corner of West Buddy Rogers and East Palm Canyon Drive. Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as the Housing Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, and CCD,LLC Property Owner: City of Cathedral City as the Housing Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential sale of real property C. Conference with Legal Counsel -Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: Four D. Conference with Legal Counsel -Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: One E. Conference with Legal Counsel -Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: One ADJOURN Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 11/08/2018 The City Council reconvened at 6:35 p.m. The Council met in Closed Session to discuss the items listed on the Agenda, the following direction was given: 3A. Direction was given to staff, there was no further reportable action taken. 38. Parties have been in negotiations and Council has authorized a 30-day extension to further negotiate, which is November 30, 2018. The City Attorney has been directed to prepare the necessary documents and authorized the City Manager to sign them. A Purchase and Sale Agreement will come back to Council for approval at a later date. 3C. There was no reportable action taken. 3D. There was no reportable action taken. 3E. There was no reportable action taken. Mayor Stan Henry adjourned the Study Session meeting at 6:35 p.m. The next Study Session Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. ayor, City of Cathe ral City City Clerk, City of Cathedral Cit Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 11/08/2018 AltCITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Regular Meeting WednesdaY, October 24 2018 6:30 PM City Council Chambers 68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero Cathedral City, CA 92234 • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:35 PM by Mayor Stan Henry • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember John Aguilar led the Pledge of Allegiance. • INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION) Councilmember Mark Carnevale offered the Invocation. • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Stan Henry Mayor Present 6:35 PM Shelley Kaplan Councilmember Present 6:35 PM Mark Carnevale Councilmember Present 6:35 PM Gregory S. Pettis Mayor Pro-Tem I Present 6:35 PM John Aguilar Councilmember Present 6:35 PM • AGENDA FINALIZATION Councilmember John Aguilar requested that Item 3C. Consider Authorization of a Short Term Loan to Coachella Valley Repertory, on the Consent Agenda for a separate vote. • STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION BY THE DEPUTY CITY CLERK 1. PUBLIC COMMENT Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City, played a video which was a tribute to Tim Townsley, li who recently passed away. Dr. Scott Adkins and Cody McCabe, College of the Desert, gave an overview of the College of the Desert highlights and programs. They encouraged everyone to attend Family Night at the campus which will be held on December 12, 2018. Scott Robinson, Cathedral City Boys and Girls Club, provided clarification of the funding request that is being requested by the Club and an overview of the fundraising efforts and programs they offer. 2. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember John Aguilar, reported that he attended the Patsy Fundraising event for the High School Symphony, she raised $2,000 for that event and has raised over $10,000 for the community. Councilmember Mark Carnevale, reported that he attended the Palm Springs Unified School District Legislative Breakfast. After the breakfast he had the opportunity to tour some of the schools, it was so nice to see the dedicated teachers and all the involvement of the students. He also attended the LGBTQ Veteran Memorial Event, the local legacy mural unveiling and the Shelter from the Storm event. He announced that the Senior Center Pasta Suprema Event is sold out. Councilmember Shelley Kaplan, stated that it is a busy time of year. He reported that he participated in the California Equality Event, the Coachella Valley Housing Summit put on by Supervisor Perez, and the City Hall at Your Corner that was held at the Senior Center. He reminded everyone about Cuisine and Art Tuesdays. He also reported that he attended the Palm Springs Unified School District Legislative Breakfast and other events with the Council. He reported that the Cathedral City High School Homecoming Parade will be held on October 25, 2018. Dia de los Muertas will be held on October 27, 2018 at Desert Memorial and Spooktacular on October 28, 2018 in the downtown area. A candidate forum will also be held on October 28, 2018. He announced that the Palm Springs Gay Pride Parade will be November 4, 2018. Greater Palm Springs Economic Summit will be held on Novemebr 8, 2018. Mayor Pro Tem Greg Pettis, thanked the Council for filling in for him over the last couple of weeks, he really appreciates it. He attended the LGBTQ Veterans Memorial and the mural unveiling, both were nice events. He reminded everyone about the High School Homecoming Parade and about all the other events that will be taking place in the coming week. Mayor Stan Henry, reported that it is a busy week and time. He reported that CVREP held their 10 year fundraising event on Monday, they have done a fantastic job remodeling the facility. He reminded everyone that the Shelter from the Storm luncheon will be held on Friday. He attended the mural unveiling and thanked staff for all of the efforts that went into the event. The Homecoming Parade will be on Thursday and he is looking forward to support the schools. Councilmember Mark Carnevale reminded everyone that the Roast of Stan Henry will be held on November 12, 2018. 3. CONSENT AGENDA Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 11/08/2018 RESULT: APPROVED.[UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shelley Kaplan, Councilmember SECONDER: Gregory S. Pettis, Mayor Pro-Tem AYES: Henry, Kaplan, Carnevale, Pettis, Aguilar A. Amendment to the City Council Policy Manual Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council approve a resolution adopting the revised City Council Policy Manual, which adds language regarding engaging with the public on social media pages other than official City sites and pages. Reso 2018-47 B. Council Travel Policy Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council approve the revised Council Travel Policy. M.O. 6726 C. Resolution Adopting an Amended Conflict-of-Interest Code for Cathedral City Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve a Resolution rescinding Resolution 2016-40 and adopting a Conflict-of-interest Code applicable to designated positions by incorporating Regulation 2, California Code of Regulations, Section 8730 -the Standardized Conflict-of- interest Code as well as Appendices in which members and employees are designated and disclosure categories are set forth. Reso 2018-48 D. Support for Expansion of the Desert Healthcare District Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council approve a letter of support for expansion of the Desert Healthcare District. M.O. 6728 4. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT A. Consider Authorization of a Short Term Loan to Coachella Valley Repertory Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council authorize a 15-month Short-Term Loan in the amount of$250,000 to Coachella Valley Repertory commencing December 1, 2018 and Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 11/08/2018 concluding March 1, 2020 Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City, supports the authorization of the loan. Sid Craig, CVREP, asked for the consideration of the Council to approve the short term loan. M.O. 6727 RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 1] MOVER: Gregory S. Pettis, Mayor Pro-Tem SECONDER: Shelley Kaplan, Councilmember AYES: Stan Henry, Shelley Kaplan, Mark Carnevale, Gregory S. Pettis NAYS: John Aguilar 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. CFD 2006-1, IA#11 Public Hearing Recommendation: It is recommended the City Council: 1) Hold a Public Hearing on the (a) formation of Improvement Area No. 11 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Maintenance Services), and (b) levy of special taxes. 2) Adopt the following resolutions: (a) Resolution determining the validity of prior proceedings and establishing the Improvement Area No. 11 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Maintenance Services). (b) Resolution calling a special election within Improvement Area No. 11 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Maintenance Services). 3) Hold Election. 4) Adopt the Resolution canvassing the results of the election held within Improvement Area No. 11 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Maintenance Services). 5) Conduct First Reading of the Ordinance authorizing the levy of a special tax within Improvement Area No.11 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Cathedral City Page 4 Printed on 11/08/2018 Maintenance Services). Motion to approve a Resolution determining the validity of prior proceedings and establishing the Improvement Area No. 11 of the Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Maintenance Services). 2018-49 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember SECONDER: Shelley Kaplan, Councilmember AYES: Henry, Kaplan, Carnevale, Pettis, Aguilar Motion to Approve Motion to approve a Resolution calling a special election within Improvement Area No. 11 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Maintenance Services). Reso 2018-50 RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Gregory S. Pettis, Mayor Pro-Tem SECONDER: Shelley Kaplan, Councilmember AYES: Henry, Kaplan, Carnevale, Pettis, Aguilar Motion to Approve Motion to adopt a Resolution canvassing the results of the election held within Improvement Area No. 11 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Maintenance Services). Reso 2018-51 RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shelley Kaplan, Councilmember SECONDER: Gregory S. Pettis, Mayor Pro-Tem AYES: Henry, Kaplan, Carnevale, Pettis, Aguilar Motion to Approve Motion to conduct the First Reading of an Ordinance authorizing the levy of a special tax within Improvement Area No. 11 of the City of Cathedral City Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Maintenance Services). M.O. 6729 Cathedral City Page 5 Printed on 11/08/2018 RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Gregory S. Pettis, Mayor Pro-Tem SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember AYES: Henry, Kaplan, Carnevale, Pettis, Aguilar 6. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS A. Discussion on Regional Services for the Homeless Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council authorize a sub-recipient agreement with Coachella Valley Rescue Mission (CVRM) for CDBG funding in the amount of$51,500 for FY18-19 and authorize a general fund allocation of$51,500 for FY18-19 to CVAG for the regional program to address homelessness. A presentation was provided to the City Council from Path of Life Ministries on the services and programs that have been offered to Cathedral City and the statistics from their outreach. Ernesto Gutierrez, Cathedral City, stated that he supports CVRM. The motion includes the authorization of a sub-recipient agreement with Coachella Valley Rescue Mission (CVRM) for CDBG funding in the amount of $51,500 for FY 18-19 and to hold off on the funding to CVAG until after the City Council Goal Setting meetings that will be held in January 2019 where they can look at alternative funding sources, a comprehensive plan on how it will work and possible HEAP funding. M.0. 6730 RESULT.: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember SECONDER: Shelley Kaplan, Councilmember AYES: Henry,.Kaplan, Carnevale, Pettis, Aguilar B. Short Term Bridge Loan to the Boys and Girls Club Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council approve a temporary "bridge loan" of$25,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Cathedral City to be repaid no later than January 31, 2019; authorize the necessary budget amendment; and authorize the execution of a promissory note.' M.O. 6731 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shelley Kaplan, Councilmember SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember AYES: Henry, Kaplan, Carnevale, Pettis, Aguilar Cathedral City Page 6 Printed on 11/08/2018 C. Public Arts Funding for Protector and Memorial Plaza Recommendation: The Arts Commission recommends the City Council authorize the necessary expenditures from the Public Arts Fund for the purchase of the Protector Statue ($27,000) and the installation costs, including construction of the memorial plaza, not to exceed $15,000; and, repayment of$15,000 into the Public Arts Fund from private fundraising being conducted by the Police Department to be completed by no later than December 31, 2018. M.0. 6732 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shelley Kaplan, Councilmember SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember AYES: IHenry, Kaplan, Carnevale, Pettis, Aguilar D. Approve a Purchase Order with Petrochem Materials Innovation, LLC (PMI) to Supply and Apply Rubberized Emulsion Aggregate Slurry (REAS) to the streets in the upper Cathedral City Cove area for the fifth phase of the City's Pavement Management Program (PMP). Recommendation: City Staff is recommending that the City Council approve a purchase order for$363,017.32 with PMI to supply and apply REAS to the remaining streets in The Cathedral City Cove area and a segment of East Palm Canyon Drive, including traffic control and striping; and approve a fifteen percent (15%) contingency in the amount of$54,452.60 dollars for unforeseeable construction costs and/or contracting of outside crack sealing services, thereby making the total encumbrance $417,469.92; and authorize the City Manager (or designee) to execute the required contract documents. Motion to include the approval of a purchase order for $382,497.32 with PMl to supply and apply REAS to the remaining streets in the Cathedral City Code area, a, segment of East Palm Canyon Drive and the western half of Da Vall from Gerald Form to Pomergrannate, including traffic control and striping, a 95% contingency in the amount of 60,992.60 dollars for unforeseeable construction costs and/or contracting of outside crack sealing services, thereby making the total encumbrance $467,609.92, and authorize the City Manager(or designee) to execute the required contract documents. Ili M.O. 6733 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Gregory S. Pettis, Mayor Pro-Tem SECONDER: Shelley Kaplan, Councilmember AYES: Henry, Kaplan, Carnevale, Pettis,`Aguilar Cathedral City Page 7 Printed on 91/08/2018 7. CLOSED SESSION All of the items that are listed on the Agenda were heard during the Study Session portion of the meeting and is reflected in the October 24, 2018 Study Session Minutes. A. Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8. Property Location: Approximately 13.5 acres south of East Palm Canyon Drive at Date Palm Drive Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency and the City Urban Revitalization Corporation Property Owner: City Urban Revitalization Corporation Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential sale of real property B. Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property Location: Approximately 2 acres at the southeast corner of West Buddy Rogers and East Palm Canyon Drive. Negotiating Parties: City of Cathedral City as the Housing Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, and CCD,LLC Property Owner: City of Cathedral City as the Housing Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency Under Negotiations: Price and Terms for potential sale of real property C. Conference with Legal Counsel -Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: Four D. Conference with Legal Counsel -Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: one E. Conference with Legal Counsel -Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: One ADJOURN Mayor Stan Henry adjourned the October 24, 2018 City Council Meeting at 7:58 p.m The next Regular City Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. Mayor, City of Cathe City City Clerk, City of Cathedral City i Cathedral City Page 8 Printed on 11/08/2018