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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Minutes 2021-04-28 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Study Session Wednesday, April 28, 2021 2:30 PM Pursuant to Executive Order N-29-20, this meeting was conducted by videoconference. • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 2:30 PM by Mayor Raymond Gregory. • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Raymond Gregory Mayor Remote Ernesto Gutierrez Mayor Pro Tem Remote Mark Carnevale Councilmember Remote Rita Lamb Councilmember Remote Nancy Ross Councilmember Remote • AGENDA FINALIZATION 1. CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Eric Vail announced that the City Council will meet in Closed Session to discuss the following items listed on the Agenda. A. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1): Name of Case and Number: Jeanette Jaime v. City of Cathedral City; U.S. District Court Central District: 5:21-cv-00019-JWH B. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation - Consideration of whether to Initiate Litigation Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(4) Number of Matters: One The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 2:32 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 3:05 p.m. City Attorney Eric Vail announced that the City Council met in Closed Session to hold a conference with Legal Counsel related to Existing Litigation, Jeanette Jaime v City of Cathedral City, and one item of anticipated litigation, there was no reportable action taken. 2. PUBLIC COMMENT There were no members of the public who wished to provide public comment. 3. STUDY SESSION A. FY 2021/2022 and FY 2022/2023 Biennial Budget Briefing Presentation, Special Revenue Funds, Proprietary Funds and Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) Plan Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and direction only. Charles McClendon, City Manager, introduced the item and provided a brief overview of the budget review process. He indicated that staff will be presenting the Special Revenue Funds, Proprietary Funds and the Capital Improvements Projects (CIP) Plan. Tami Scott, Administrative Services Director and Kevin Biersack, Deputy Finance Director provided a presentation on the following Special Revenue Funds, Proprietary Funds and the Capital Improvements Projects (CIP) Plan including Parks Projects: Special Revenue Funds • Traffic Safety • Developer Fee, Art in Public Places Account • Public, Education and Government (PEG) • Gas Tax • Air Quality • Measure A • Solid Waste • Housing Successor Proprietary Funds • Equipment Replacement • Insurance • Technology • Facilities 5-year Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Plan • 13 Existing CIP Projects • 21 New CIP Projects • Unfunded Projects • Parks Projects: o Critical Maintenance o Deferred Maintenance o American Disabilities Act (ADA) o Upgrades Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 5/05/2021 Alan Carvalho commented on seeking additional funding. This was an informational presentation only and there was no formal action taken by the City Council. The City Council expressed support for the proposed items in the presentation, which will be addressed through the upcoming budget process. The City Council expressed their desire to see a balance on the funding of projects under the 5-year CIP Plan. They would also like to see a plan for the projects on the unfunded list so that they can be considered in future budgets. It was the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to include funding in the amount of $500,000 for a Dog Park at Panorama Park and $250,000 for the 2nd Street Park re-use for a Dog Park. ADJOURN Mayor Raymond Gregory adjourned the April 28, 2021 Study Session Meeting at 5:03 p.m. I ' Ma 71 City .f jh-,'ral City ity Clerk,,•ity of (athedral Cit Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 5/05/2021 44 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Regular Meeting Wednesday, April 28, 2021 5:30 PM Pursuant to Executive Order N-29-20, this meeting was conducted by videoconference. • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 5:30 PM by Mayor Raymond Gregory. • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Rita Lamb led the Pledge of Allegiance. • INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION) Councilmember Mark Carnevale offered the Invocation. • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Raymond Gregory Mayor Remote Ernesto Gutierrez Mayor Pro Tem Remote Mark Carnevale Councilmember Remote Rita Lamb Councilmember Remote Nancy Ross Councilmember Remote • AGENDA FINALIZATION City Manager Charles McClendon announced that item 7D. Public Arts Commission FY21/22 CV Rep Arts Education Funding: Ticket Distribution Plan will be pulled from the agenda for future consideration. 1. SPECIAL PRESENTATION - Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies for the Date Palm Bridge over the Whitewater River Project for Engineering Excellence John Corella, Director of Engineering and Public Works, presented an award for Engineering Excellence the City received from the American Council of Engineering Companies for the Date Palm Bridge over the White Water River Project. The City Council expressed their gratitude to John Corella and the Engineering Department for all their work on the Date Palm Bridge over the White Water River Project. 2. PUBLIC COMMENT Alan Carvalho thanked the Council for moving forward with discussion related to dog parks. He encouraged the City to place a dog park in the Cove. Terry Applegate expressed her concern with the lack of support from the City Council regarding sensitivity and making all feel welcome and heard. 3. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Nancy Ross reported that she met with the head of the CVAG Mountain Conservancy where they discussed the goal of the Sierra Club to have an open space by 2030 and trail grant opportunities. She attended two meetings from the National League of Cities regarding the American Rescue Plan. She attended a couple of Little League practices and noted that children's programs in Cathedral City are a priority for her and she will be working on several opportunities. She announced that she in collaboration with Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez will be working on a hybrid street cleaning program which they will be sharing with everyone soon. She along with Councilmember Lamb attended the Parks and Community Events Commission meeting for their Council Introductions. She is honored to be working with Councilmember Lamb on her upcoming Emergency Preparedness event at the amphitheater and she encouraged everyone to attend. She is also working with the American Red Cross on Earthquake preparedness and she feels it is very important to be ready in the event of an emergency. She reported that she is working with Councilmember Carnevale on a sub-committee related to SB 1383 which is a requirement for people to recycle their food. She reminded everyone that both the SBA revitalization plan for restaurants and round 6 of the stimulus revitalization for businesses launches soon, which is a great thing for our businesses that were hit hard during the pandemic. She announced that she will be representing Cathedral City at her first Salton Sea meeting this coming week. She will also be attending the Shop Cathedral City First event at Southwest Church in Indian Wells and noted that many groups are helping to support our City. She stated that she is honored to be serving the City as a Councilmember and she hopes to see everyone in person soon, she noted that she can be reached by email at nross@cathedralcity.gov or by phone at (760)832-2232. Councilmember Rita Lamb announced that the Cathedral City High School football team finished a great season with a 4/1 record which is wonderful. She reminded the public that the Cathedral City Economic Development website is a great resource and has good information. She announced that a new Grocery Outlet is opening on Date Palm and they will be having a job fair on May 8, 2021 from 7:00 am to 11:00 am. She reported that she was able to attend the Earth Day Celebration in the Cove where she crossed paths with many people and feels it was a wonderful event. She reported on the 40th Anniversary Committee which met and is making great strides. She announced the upcoming Emergency Preparedness event which will be on the first Saturday in June at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater. She reported that she attended the Noon Rotary meeting. She also reported that she will be Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 5/06/2021 attending the Coachella Valley virtual business conference where Supervisor Perez will be giving the opening remarks. She along with Councilmember Ross will be attending the Riverside Elected Women's Leaders Workshop. She announced that COVID-19 vaccines are now available for those 16 years and older. Councilmember Mark reported that he attended the CVAG Homeless Committee meeting where they accepted several grants. He reported on the 40th Anniversary Committee meeting where there was great discussion and good ideas. He also reported that he along with Stone James met with an owner of multiple gas stations interested in Cathedral City which looks promising. He met with Chief Crum and staff for an update on the future of ERICA. He also met with Alex Gonzales regarding leasing part of the local soccer field. He along with John Corella and Deanna Pressgrove will be attending a meeting with AYSO. He attended a round table discussion regarding AB 1311 which is a recycling for beverage containers bill. He announced the upcoming Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser for the Cathedral City Boys and Girls Club and encouraged everyone to come on April 29, 2021 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Mayor Pro Tem Ernesto Gutierrez wished everyone a Happy Mother's Day. He reported on the April 21, 2021 Special City Council Workshop meeting. He reported that he was able to assist several restaurant owners with the Paycheck Protection Program. He announced that the Federal Government has launched a program to help restaurants and he requested that City Staff obtain information on the program. He also announced that California is offering a relief grant, round 6. and encouraged businesses to apply. He reported that he will be attending a meeting with the developer of the 13.5 acres for an update. He also reported that he will be attending the League of CA Cities Riverside County Division Meeting. He announced the upcoming City Hall at Your Corner on May 4, 2021, the May 5, 2021 Special City Council Workshop meeting, and he will be attending a Planning Commission meeting on May 5, 2021. He reminded everyone to support local businesses. Mayor Raymond Gregory reported that he spoke with many residents and staff over the last two weeks. He announced that he attended the April 19, 2021 Desert Community Energy Board meeting which continues to have issues. He reported on the April 21, 2021 Special City Council Workshop and thanked the Council and staff for their participation, he feels that having the workshops is very beneficial. He also attended the April 21, 2021 Planning Commission Meeting for his Council Introduction. He attended the SunLine Earth Day Celebration, which was a special meeting dedicated to Earth Day. He reported that SunLine will also be having a youth intern program which will be announced soon. He attended the Riverside County Transportation Commission Budget and Implementation meeting and the CVAG Executive Committee meeting where many projects were discussed and approved included some in Cathedral City. He stated that he along with other City Mayors participated in an interview with KESQ and he thanked Chris Parman, Communications and Events Manager, for his help. He announced the upcoming Special City Council Workshop meeting on May 5, 2021 at 2:00 pm. He also announced that the art piece, Swiss Cheese, has been installed in Panorama Park. 4. CONSENT AGENDA Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 5/06/2021 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve the following Consent Agenda items: A. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda M.O. 2021-49 B. Minutes Approval M.O. 2021-50 1. City Council - Special Meeting -Apr 7, 2021 2:00 PM 2. City Council - Study Session - Apr 14, 2021 3:00 PM 3. City Council - Regular Meeting -Apr 14, 2021 5:30 PM C. Final Acceptance and Notice of Completion for the Cathedral Canyon Drive REAS Project. Recommendation: To accept and approve the Cathedral Canyon Drive Rubberized Emulsion Aggregate Slurry (REAS) as final; and, authorize the City Manager to file a Notice of Completion with the Riverside County Recorder's Office on behalf of the City Council. M.O. 2021-51 D. School Resource Officer Contract with PSUSD Recommendation: To approve a contract between PSUSD and Cathedral City Police Department to provide a School Resource Officer. M.O. 2021-52 5. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS A. Update on Student Creative Recycling Art Program (S.C.R.A.P. Gallery) Recommendation: Recommendation to extend the Agreement between the City of Cathedral City and the Student Creative Recycle Art Program (S.C.R.A.P.) until June 30, 2022. Alan Carvalho spoke in support of this item. M.O. 2021-53 A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve the Recommendation to extend the Agreement between the City of Cathedral City and the Student Creative Recycle Art Program (S.C.R.A.P.) until June 30, 2022. Cathedral City Page 4 Printed on 5/06/2021 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Carnevale, Lamb, Ross B. Contract for Services - Conrad Angel Corral Recommendation: To approve a Contract for Services with Conrad Angel Corral as a media personality. Alan Carvalho spoke in support of this item. M.O. 2021-54 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve a Contract for Services with Conrad Angel Corral as a media personality. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tem SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Carnevale, Lamb, Ross C. Contract for Services - Taste of Jalisco and LGBT Days Recommendation: To approve contracts for services with Soundskilz, Inc. to produce and manage Taste of Jalisco and Cathedral City LGBT Days. Alan Carvalho spoke in support of this item. Mayor Raymond Gregory expressed his concern with the contract lacking some sort of retention fee to ensure performance and would like the City to employ methods in future contacts to ensure performance. M.O. 2021-55 A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve the contracts for services with Soundskilz, Inc. to produce and manage Taste of Jalisco and Cathedral City LGBT Days. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Carnevale, Lamb, Ross The City Council recessed at 7:47 pm. The City Council reconvened at 7:57 pm. Cathedral City Page 5 Printed on 5/06/2021 D. Public Arts Commission FY21/22 CV Rep Arts Education Funding: Ticket Distribution Plan Recommendation: To approve the ticket distribution procedures agreed to by the Coachella Valley Repertory Theater, Cathedral City Senior Center, and Cathedral City Boys and Girls Club. This item was pulled from the agenda. E. September 11th Memorial at Fire Station 411 Recommendation: To approve the Public Arts Commission's ("PAC" or "Commission") recommendations to use Art in Public Places funds to commission artist and Cathedral City Firefighter Corey Goddard to build, deliver, and oversee the installation of a two-tower September 11th memorial at Fire Station 411. The total cost of the project will not exceed $15,000. M.O. 2021-56 A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez to approve the Public Arts Commission's ("PAC" or "Commission") recommendations to use Art in Public Places funds to commission artist and Cathedral City Firefighter Corey Goddard to build, deliver, and oversee the installation of a two-tower September 11th memorial at Fire Station 411. The total cost of the project will not exceed $15,000. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Carnevale, Lamb, Ross F. Reinstate Various Fiscal Year (FY) 2020/2021 COVID-19 Budget Adjustments Recommendation: To approve the reinstatement of budgeted items previously removed from the fiscal year (FY) 2020/2021 budget due to COVID-19. M.O. 2021-57 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve the reinstatement of budgeted items previously removed from the fiscal year(FY) 2020/2021 budget due to COVID-19. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Carnevale, Lamb, Ross G. Update on Emergency Actions Related to COVID-19 Cathedral City Page 6 Printed on 5/06/2021 Recommendation: Update on Status of Emergency Proclamation. Possible action to continue or rescind Resolution 2020-06. Update on Emergency Actions taken by City, County, State of Federal Agencies. Possible consideration of additional measures to be taken. Council may add items not listed on the agenda pursuant to Government Code section 54954.2 by majority vote. City Manager Charles McClendon provided an update on Emergency Actions Related to COVID-19. He indicated that the news is good and although we saw a slight increase in case numbers, he is happy to report the numbers are currently lower than they have ever been. He reported that the City currently has no employees out with COVID, which has been the case for a couple weeks straight. He thanked HR Manager Eugenia Torres and staff for their efforts. He announced that the City will be open by appointment only for services beginning May 3, 2021 and our first in person Council Meeting is scheduled for June 23rd. It appears the State will be reopening on June 15th and he will continue to monitor the status. Terry Applegate expressed her concern with those fully vaccinated contracting COVID-19 and encouraged everyone to stay vigilant as no vaccine is 100% effective. She also inquired if there is data on the number of vaccinations that our local businesses have received. City Manager McClendon responded that there is no such data that he aware of at this time. Mayor Raymond Gregory requested that City Manager McClendon continue to monitor the States guidelines and bring forward any adjustments needed to our emergency orders for ratification. 8. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURN Mayor Raymond Gregory adjourned the April 28, 2021 Regular City Council Meeting at 8:37 pm. lei, • Ma oa City o C. ',=. .1 City City Clerk) City of athedral C Cathedral City Page 7 Printed on 5/06/2021