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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Minutes 2019-07-24 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Study Session Wednesday, July 24, 2019 4:00 PM City Council Chambers 68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero Cathedral City, CA 92234 • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 4:00 PM by Mayor Mark Carnevale. • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Mark Carnevale Mayor Present 4:00 PM John Aguilar Mayor Pro Tem Present 4:00 PM Raymond Gregory Councilmember Present 4:00 PM Ernesto Gutierrez Councilmember Present 4:00 PM • AGENDA FINALIZATION • THE CITY COUNCIL WILL RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION AT 4:00 PM 1. CLOSED SESSION Eric Vail, City Attorney, announced that the City Council will meet in Closed Session to discuss the following items on the agenda. A. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: Two B. Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.6 Agency Negotiator: Charles McClendon, City Manager Represented Employees: AFSCME - The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees CCPOA - Cathedral City Police Officers Association CCPMA - Cathedral City Police Management Association CCPFA - Cathedral City Firefighters Association CCFMA - Cathedral City Fire Management Association The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 4:00 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 4:30 p.m. Eric Vail, City Attorney, announced that the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss Item 1.A. Conference with Legal Counsel- Anticipated Litigation for two cases, Item 1.B. Conference with Labor Negotiator for AFSCME, CCPOA, CCPMA, CCPFA and CCFMA, there was no reportable action taken. • STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION BY THE CITY CLERK 2. PUBLIC COMMENT Bob McKechnie, former Executive Director of the Cathedral City Senior Center, was called to speak. He announced that he has retired from the Senior Center. He thanked the City for saving the Senior Center and he is grateful that he had the opportunity to serve as the director. He introduced Jeff Corbin, who will be taking his place as the Director at the Senior Center. Jeff Corbin, Executive Director of the Cathedral City Senior Center, was called to speak. He stated that he is honored to be at the Senior Center. He feels the Senior Center is thriving and he feels fortunate to be able to add to what is already working. Mayor Mark Carnevale thanked Mr. McKechnie for everything that he has done for Cathedral City and the Seniors. Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He commended Bob McKechnie for his work at the Senior Center. He also thanked the City for their support. 3. STUDY SESSION A. Update on Council Goals for 2019 Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and direction only. Charles McClendon, City Manager, gave an update on the City Council Goals for 2019. Mayor Pro Tern John Aguilar gave a brief update on the RUH medical clinic. Charles McClendon, City Manager, discussed the details of the Buxton Agreement. John Core//a, Director of Engineering and Public Works, gave an update on the future Los Gatos project. Councilmember Raymond Gregory commended the City for the completion of the new sidewalks on Date Palm Drive. Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 8/06/2019 Mayor Pro Tern John Aguilar inquired about the Cathedral Palms rehab project. Tami Scott, Administrative Services Director, explained the funding and process of the Cathedral Palms rehab project. Mayor Mark Carnevale thanked Charles McClendon and also commended the City on the completion of the sidewalks on Date Palm Drive. He suggested a portion of the cannabis revenues go towards developing a reserve. Tami Scott, Administrative Services Director, explained how the cannabis revenue has been utilized. Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez suggested including a list of the most common code compliance violations on the City's quarterly mailer. Councilmember Raymond Gregory commended City Manager McClendon. Mayor Pro Tern John Aguilar commended City Manager McClendon for his efforts and expressed his willingness to help improve the processes in City's administration. Alan Carvalho, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that the City is moving forward, and the residents are taking notice. He feels that the Council does a great job in how they spend the money of the people and he commended the Council for the work that they do. B. Broadband Internet Service Update Recommendation: This item is presented for information and discussion only. Tami Scott, Administrative Services Director, gave an update on Broadband Internet Service. Councilmember Raymond Gregory wants to be business friendly and inquired what the City is doing to become internet/broadband friendly. He suggested exploring ways to work with internet providers and promoting technology businesses in the north development area of the City. Tami Scott, Administrative Services Director discussed the efforts to become internet friendly, conversations with internet providers and the City's past experience with Innovation Hub (iHub). ADJOURN Mayor Mark Carnevale adjourned the Study Session Meeting of July 24, 2019, at 6:01 p.m. • Mayor, .ty of Cathedral City City Clerk, ity of Cathedra/ C Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 8/06/2019 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Regular Meeting Wednesday, July 24, 2019 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 6:30 PM by Mayor Mark Carnevale. • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Raymond Gregory led the Pledge of Allegiance. • INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION) Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez offered the Invocation. • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Mark Carnevale Mayor Present 6:30 PM John Aguilar Mayor Pro Tern Present 6:30 PM Raymond Gregory Councilmember _ Present 6:30 PM Ernesto Gutierrez Councilmember Present 6:30 PM • AGENDA FINALIZATION Tracey Martinez, City Clerk, announced that items 3F, 3G and 3H will be pulled from the Consent Agenda for individual consideration. • STATEMENT OF PARTICIPATION BY THE CITY CLERK 1. PUBLIC COMMENT Brad Anderson, Rancho Mirage resident, was called to speak. He expressed his concern with the work of the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District and feels that the District is not using their resources the way they should. Katie Myers and Mario Aguilar, Cimmeron Golf Resort, were called to speak. They expressed their concern with the homeless issue under the Ramon Bridge. They stated that there are approximately 40 individuals living under the bridge. Those individuals are approaching guests on the course and causing multiple issues for their property. They requested assistance from the City. 2. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez reported he met with a resident who also owns a local cannabis business. In order for the business to expand to include manufacturing and cultivation, the General Plan would need to be changed. He is working with the business owner and staff to see what assistance can be given. He also reported that he attended the CVEP meeting in Rancho Mirage. A presentation was given by SunLine on transportation, which was very informative, and requested that Councilmember Gregory as our representative on SunLine arrange for them to provide the same presentation to the Council. He announced that the Gas Company had an incident in Temecula when a solar company cut into a gas line causing an explosion destroying the home and killing an employee. He encouraged when digging to call 811 (Dig Alert). He also attended a luncheon with the Building Industry Association. Mayor Pro Tem John Aguilar reported that he is the liaison to the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force and he attended their first meeting on July 15, 2019. He announced that he attended the League of California Cities meeting where a legislative briefing regarding AB101 was given and reminded staff to keep tracking the RFPs so the City can receive its share. Councilmember Raymond Gregory announced that SunLine is partnering with local media outlets for the Stuff the Bus event on July 25, 2019 from 7:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. at the Palm Desert Walmart. The event will provide school supplies to the Cathedral City Boys and Girls Club. He encouraged all those that can to participate in the event. 3. CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Aguilar and seconded by Councilmember Gregory to approve the following Consent Agenda items: RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: John Aguilar, Mayor Pro Tem SECONDER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez A. Receive and file Payment of Claims and Demands - June 2019 Recommendation: The City Council acting in its capacity for the City, the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, the Housing Successor Agency, the Cathedral City Public Finance Authority Board, and the Cathedral City Downtown Foundation Board receive and file payment of claims and Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 8/22/2019 demands in the aggregate sum of$ 5,619,872 for the month of June 2019. M.O. 2019-79 B. Minutes Approval M.O. 2019-80 1. City Council - Study Session - Jul 10, 2019 4:00 PM 2. City Council - Regular Meeting - Jul 10, 2019 6:30 PM C. California Office of Traffic Safety 2020 Grant Award Recommendation: . Recommendation To approve a grant award from the California Office of Traffic Safety in the amount of$35,000 for the replacement of one extrication unit (Jaws of Life tool). M.O. 2019-81 D. Resolution Selecting CaIPERS Regional Changes 2020 and Approving Elected and Non-Rep PEMHCA Minimum Recommendation: To adopt a resolution fixing the employer contribution under the Public Employees' Medical and Hospital Care Act (PEMHCA) for employees and annuitants; and adopt a resolution electing to rescind the post-retirement health benefits vesting requirements under Government Code Section 22893 for employees first hired on or after January 1, 2013, as established by Resolution 2012-188. Reso 2019-25 Reso 2019-26 Reso 2019-27 E. Professional Services Agreement with Buxton Customer Analytics Recommendation: To authorize a one-year Professional Services Agreement with Buxton. M.O. 2019-82 4. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT The following items were pulled from the Consent Agenda for individual consideration. A. Approve Past City Council Minutes Recommendation: Approve the minutes as the official record of September 27, 2017, October 11, 2017, October 25, 2017, November 8, 2017, November 29, 2017, December 13, 2017, July 11, 2018, July 25, 2018, September 11, 2018, September 26, 2018, November 14, 2018, November 28, 2018, December 10, 2018 and December 12, 2018 and the amended Minutes of June 26, 2017. Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 8/22/2019 Eric Vail, City Attorney, explained the Council's options for approving and/or accepting the minutes. Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez requested an explanation on the delay of the minutes. Charles McClendon, City Manager gave a brief explanation as to why the minutes were delayed. M.O. 2019-83 A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to accept as the official record the minutes of September 27, 2017, October 11, 2017, October 25, 2017, November 8, 2017, November 29, 2017, December 13, 2017 and the amended minutes of June 26, 2017; approve as the official record the minutes of July 11, 2018, July 25, 2018, September 11, 2018, September 26, 2018, November 14, 2018, November 28, 2018, December 10, 2018 and December 12, 2018. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez B. Contracts for Services for Special Events Recommendation: To approve the contracts for services for Cathedral City LGBT Days and Taste of Jalisco. Sergio Espericueta, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he participated in the Taste of Jalisco planning committee and feels that having Hispanic members on the committee is more effective than the event manager themselves. He recommended that Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez be on the Taste of Jalisco planning committee. A motion was made by Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez and seconded by Mayor Mark Carnevale to delay approving a contract for services for Taste of Jalisco until the next City Council meeting on August 28, 2019. M.O. 2019-84 RESULT: FAILED [2 TO 2] MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor AYES: Mark Carnevale, Ernesto Gutierrez NAYS: John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Aguilar to approve the LGBT Days Event Services Agreement between the Cathedral City Page 4 Printed on 8/22/2019 City of Cathedral City and deHarte Group, LLC and a Taste of Jalisco Event Services Agreement between the City of Cathedral City and Hocker Productions. M.O. 2019-85 RESULT: FAILED [2 TO 2] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: John Aguilar, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory NAYS: Mark Carnevale, Ernesto Gutierrez A motion was made by Councilmember Raymond Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez to approve the LGBT Days Event Services Agreement between The City of Cathedral City and deHarte Group, LLC. M.O. 2019-86 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Aguilar and seconded by Councilmember Raymond Gregory to approve a Taste of Jalisco Event Services Agreement between the City of Cathedral City and Hocker Productions. M.O. 2019-87 RESULT: APPROVED [3 TO 1] MOVER: John Aguilar, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory NAYS: Ernesto Gutierrez C. Cooperative Agreement Between City of Cathedral City & City of Palm Springs For Acquisition of Property Necessary to Complete the Ramon Road Bridge Widening Project Recommendation: To approve an agreement with the City of Palm Springs for designating the City of Palm Springs to act as lead agency for the property acquisition necessary for the Ramon Road Bridge over the Whitewater River Project (Project); and, consent to the acquisition of Cathedral City properties under the eminent domain process as necessary for the Project; and, authorize the City Manager to execute the attached agreement on behalf of the City Council. Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez inquired about the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Cathedral City and the City of Palm Springs. Cathedral City Page 5 Printed on 8/22/2019 John Corella, Director of Engineering and Public Works, gave an overview of the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Cathedral City and the City of Palm Springs for acquisition of properties necessary to complete the Ramon Road Bridge Widening Project. Brad Anderson, Rancho Mirage resident, was called to speak. He expressed his concern with the use of eminent domain and indicated that he is opposed to it. M.O. 2019-88 A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to approve an agreement with the City of Palm Springs for designating the City of Palm Springs to act as lead agency for the property acquisition necessary for the Ramon Road Bridge over the Whitewater River Project (Project); and, consent to the acquisition of Cathedral City properties under the eminent domain process as necessary for the Project; and, authorize the City Manager to execute the attached agreement on behalf of the City Council. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS A. Ordinance Establishing a Moratorium on New Short-Term Vacation Rentals Recommendation: To waive further reading and adopt an Urgency Ordinance establishing a moratorium on the issuance of new Short Term Vacation Rental permits. Charles McClendon, City Manager, introduced the item and gave an overview of the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force. Mayor Pro Tem John Aguilar discussed the first Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force meeting. He feels the Task Force is well balanced and that all of the expressed concerns are being well vetted. He stated that he believes there will be opportunities for updates to the City Council. Eric Vail, City Attorney, provided an explanation of the current Ordinance and the proposed Ordinance. Kevin Stern, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he owns two businesses in the City and is opposed to the proposed Ordinance. He feels that a deadline needs to be included in the Ordinance. Cathedral City Page 6 Printed on 8/22/2019 Dean OConner, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He supports the Ordinance and wants it to be extended long enough for the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force to do their work. Randy Wiemer, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He is a realtor and has experienced a loss of sale due to the moratorium. He would like to see an end date on the Ordinance. Paul Lougee, Cathedral City short term vacation rental owner, was called to speak. He stated that he is opposed to the Ordinance and feels that it is not an urgent matter. He would like to see a deadline included in the Ordinance. He is in favor of the original Ordinance, which can be amended. He requested that the City provide data that demonstrates short term vacation rentals are truly a significant issue to the entire population. Todd Hover, Property Manager, was called to speak. He feels that the rules are not clear and requested clarification. Lindsay Jones, Palm Springs resident, was called to speak. She gave an update on the first Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force meeting. She feels that the Ordinance is written in a way that the moratorium can be permanent and requested that an end date be included. Jim Franklin, Palm Springs Regional Association of Realtors, was called to speak. He encouraged the City Council to vote no on the Ordinance and to allow the current Ordinance to expire. He requested that if Council does move forward with the Ordinance that an end date be included. He feels that enforcement is key to the success of the program and is what will make it work. Jeremy Ogul, Expedia Group, was called to speak. He encouraged the Council to vote no on the Ordinance and feels that this is the wrong approach. He would like to partner with the City to ensure properties are permitted. Stephen Burchard, Cathedral City resident and Realtor, was called to speak. He stated that he is opposed to the Ordinance but suggested including an end date if nothing else. He feels that enforcement is the key. Anna Muradyan, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. She stated that she is opposed to the Ordinance, however, if the Council decides to move forward she requested that an end date be added. She also suggested more regulations and rules. Joshua Bonner, President/CEO Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce/Cathedral City Chamber of Commerce, was called to speak. He stated that 1 in 4 jobs are tied to tourism and short term vacation rentals are an important part of our economy. He stated that they are not opposed to a moratorium, however, they have a strong issue with having a moratorium without limits and because of that they are in opposition of this Ordinance. Nick Poghosyen, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he Cathedral City Page 7 Printed on 8/22/2019 believes short term vacation rentals are a strong back bone to the local economy. He feels that the existing Ordinance should be repealed or at least have an end date included in the proposed Ordinance. Doug Evans, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He feels that short term vacation rentals have an impact on housing in Cathedral City. Available housing has been taken out of the market place. He stated that there are 15 vacation rentals on his street alone. He feels that it is out of control and it is not going away. Rudy Garcia, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He feels that there needs to be solid rules and enforcement with regard to short term vacation rentals. He feels that having good communication and relationships with their neighbors is important. He would like to see an end date in the proposed Ordinance or see the current moratoruim expire. John Cortez, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he is opposed to the moratorium and feels that short term vacation rentals stimulate the economy. He feels that it is important to have good communication with neighbors and strong rules and regulations. He suggested placing a time limit on the Ordinance. Lisa Taranto, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. She feels that enforcement is the key to the success of the program. She indicated that she purchased a home with the intention of it being a short term vacation rental property. She has invested a lot of time and money into the property and is now unable to license it. She would like to be an exception. She would like the moratorium to expire. Boris Stark was called to speak. He stated that he is on the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force and feels it will be a 9-month process to finish their work. He requested that the City allocate funds for enforcement in the meantime and that acting immediately could help alleviate concerns. He urged the Council to consider a deadline on the moratorium. Leslie Barragan-Scott, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. She expressed her concern with a short term vacation rental behind her property and her experience with City staff when she has made complaints. She stated that she is harassed by the property owner and living a nightmare. She stated that the moratorium does not help her because the property behind her is already licensed. She expressed her frustration and doesn't know what to do. Ed Emond-Worline, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He stated that he is on the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force and feels that the moratorium needs to be extended so that they have time to do their job. He discussed the issues with the calls for service through the hotline and feels Code Enforcement is an area that needs to be addressed. Teri Hargreaves, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. She stated that she is on the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force Density Team and Cathedral City Page 8 Printed on 8/22/2019 reassured the Council that they are working diligently. She feels their work is going to take time and encouraged the Council to approve the Ordinance. Michael Hagedorn, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He feels there are no more neighborhoods in the City. He supports the Ordinance and wants the Council to give the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force time to do their job. Bob Hargreaves, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He supports a moratorium. He discussed the issues that good short term vacation rental operators are facing and feels they cannot control some renters. He feels the residents want quality neighborhoods and the City needs to figure out how to do that. Mary Moriian, Cathedral City short term vacation homeowner, was called to speak. She discussed her experience with false complaints and the financial investments in her home. She stated that she is opposed to the moratorium and hopes that a deadline is included. Carolina (Did not disclose her last name), Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. She discussed her family's rental home and stated that they run their business by the rules and regulations of the City. Sergio Espericueta, Cathedral City resident, was called to speak. He expressed his concern with the City not enforcing the zero tolerance of noise and feels this is the main issue. Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez feels that there should not be a time limit on the Ordinance. He feels that there is a lot of work that needs to be done and it needs to be done properly. He is a strong supporter of real estate and real estate rights, however, he also feels that the property rights of the people should be protected. He stated that he was elected to protect the residents and that is what he is going to do. Pro Tem John Aguilar stated that he is not in favor of imposing a deadline on the moratorium and does not want to rush the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force. Councilmember Raymond Gregory does not support imposing a deadline on the moratorium. He feels that the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force needs to take as long as it needs to, to be effective. Mayor Mark Carnevale thanked everyone for their comments and feels there is clearly a problem with short term vacation rentals. He stated that he does not support imposing a time limit and feels that the Short Term Vacation Rental Task Force has a lot of work to do and they need time to do it. Eric Vail, City Attorney, explained the moratorium does not apply to pending applications for short term vacation rental permits, existing short term vacation rental permits, renewals of existing short term rental permits, or areas governed Cathedral City Page 9 Printed on 8/22/2019 by a homeowners association or community association and subject to covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) that expressly allow for short term vacation rentals. Ord 825 A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Aguilar to waive further reading and adopt an Urgency Ordinance establishing a moratorium on the issuance of new Short Term Vacation Rental permits. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: John Aguilar, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez Mayor Mark Carnevale announced that the City Council will take a brief recess at 8:50 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 8:55 p.m. B. Summary Report of Public Arts Funding for Art Educational Programs and Public Art Works purchases during Fiscal Year 2018/2019 Recommendation: This item is presented for City Council information, discussion and acceptance. Alan Carvalho, Chair of the Public Arts Commission, was called to speak. He clarified that the Public Arts Commission approves funding from the Public Arts Fund under the set guidelines. He also stated that he is very proud of the North Pole Village project and feels this project will last for many years. It was the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to bring back a resolution for consideration outlining the process for expenditures of the Public Arts Fund and an item for consideration to approve an expenditure in the amount of $26,000 for the North Pole Village at Snow Fest. C. Review of Traffic Signal Preventative Maintenance Agreement with Siemens ITS Recommendation: Staff will be presenting information on the performance of its current traffic signal maintenance Contractor, Siemens ITS, and recommend that Siemens ITS continue into the second year of the Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement. M.O. 2019-89 A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to continue with Siemens ITS for the second year of the Traffic Signal Maintenance Contract Agreement. Cathedral City Page 10 Printed on 8/22/2019 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez D. Service Line Warranty Program (SLWA) Recommendation: To authorize execution of the termination provision in the agreement with Service Line Warranties of America (SLWA). M.O. 2019-90 A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Mayor Carnevale to authorize the execution of the termination provision in the agreement with Service Line Warranties of America (SLWA). RESULT: APPROVED [3 TO 1] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Mayor AYES: Mark Carnevale, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez NAYS: John Aguilar E. Ordinance and Resolution Regarding Start Times for Council Meetings Recommendation: To introduce and provide first reading to an ordinance eliminating from the Municipal Code the established start times for City Council meetings and to approve a resolution establishing start times for Council Meetings. M.O. 2019-91 Reso 2019-28 A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Gregory to approve the first reading, by title only, an Ordinance eliminating from the established start times for City Council meetings and to approve a Resolution establishing start times for Council Meetings. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember SECONDER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez F. 20th CCHS High School Reunion Rummage Sale Recommendation: To approve Special Use Permit # 19-015 for the Cathedral City High School Class of 1999 Reunion Rummage Sale. M.O. 2019-92 Cathedral City Page 11 Printed on 8/22/2019 A motion was made by Councilmember Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to approve Special Use Permit # 19-015 for the Cathedral City High School Class of 1999 Reunion Rummage Sale. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez G. Professional Construction Management Services Agreement with T.Y. Lin International for the Ofelia Bringas Memorial Bridge Project (aka Cathedral Canyon Drive Bridge over Whitewater River Project). Recommendation: To authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Construction Management Services Agreement with T. Y. Lin International for Construction Management Work in the not-to-exceed amount of Two Million Three Hundred Thirty- Three Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Seven Dollars ($2,339,347.00) to provide Construction Management Services for the Ofelia Bringas Memorial Bridge Project (aka Cathedral Canyon Drive Bridge over Whitewater River Project) (CIP No. 8919). M.O. 2019-93 A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Gregory to authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Construction Management Services Agreement with T. Y. Lin International for Construction Management Work in the not-to-exceed amount of Two Million Three Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Seven Dollars ($2,339,347.00) to provide Construction Management Services for the Ofelia Bringas Memorial Bridge Project (aka Cathedral Canyon Drive Bridge over Whitewater River Project) (CIP No. 8919). RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember SECONDER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez H. Authorization for an increase in funds for the Carey Road Improvements at a Cost of$30,000 Recommendation: To authorize an agreement with AAA Paving Company to complete the Carey Road Improvements project (CIP No. 8651) in conjunction with the current/adjacent Carey Road Street Improvements for a total cost of$112,694.12; and authorize a contingency of $7,555 (6.7%) for an overall project budget not to exceed $125,000; and authorize a budget amendment from the General Fund of$35,000 to Cathedral City Page 12 Printed on 8/22/2019 supplement the previously authorized funding for the project of $ 90,000. M.O. 2019-94 A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Gregory to authorize an agreement with AAA Paving Company to complete the Carey Road Improvements project (CIP No. 8651) in conjunction with the current/adjacent Carey Road Street Improvements for a total cost of $112,694.12; and authorize a contingency of$7,555 (6.7%) for an overall project budget not to exceed $125,000; and authorize a budget amendment from the General Fund of$35,000 to supplement the previously authorized funding for the project of$ 90,000. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember SECONDER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez I. Appointments to the Mobile Home Fair Practices Commission Recommendation: To reaffirm the appointments of Sharon Snow and Robert Durbin to the Mobilehome Fair Practices Commission and to appoint Rick Saldivar, Patrick Evans and Ruth Fernandez to the Mobilehome Fair Practices to serve on an as needed basis. M.O. 2019-95 A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Gregory to reaffirm the appointments of Sharon Snow and Robert Durbin to the Mobilehome Fair Practices Commission and to appoint Rick Saldivar, Patrick Evans and Ruth Fernandez to the Mobilehome Fair Practices to serve on an as needed basis. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember SECONDER: Raymond Gregory, Councilmember AYES: Mark Carnevale, John Aguilar, Raymond Gregory, Ernesto Gutierrez 7. CLOSED SESSION The following Closed Session items were discussed during the Study Session portion of the meeting and will be reflected in the Study Session Minutes of July 24, 2019. A. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). Number of Potential Cases: Two Cathedral City Page 13 Printed on 8/22/2019 B. Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.6 Agency Negotiator: Charles McClendon, City Manager Represented Employees: AFSCME - The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees CCPOA - Cathedral City Police Officers Association CCPMA - Cathedral City Police Management Association CCPFA - Cathedral City Firefighters Association CCFMA - Cathedral City Fire Management Association ADJOURN Mayor Mark Carnevale adjourned the Regular City Council meeting of July 24, 2019, at 10:08 p.m. 9Y1 OA 0 A ( A Mayor,\City of Cathedral City City Clerk, ity of C thedral Ci Cathedral City Page 14 Printed on 8/22/2019