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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Minutes 2021-07-28 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Study Session Wednesday, July 28, 2021 3:00 PM City Council Chambers 68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero Cathedral City, CA 92234 Pursuant to executive order N-35-20 AND N-08-28, this meeting was conducted by videoconference and in person. • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 3:00 PM by Mayor Raymond Gregory. • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Raymond Gregory Mayor Present 3:00 PM Ernesto Gutierrez Mayor Pro Tern Present 3:00 PM Mark Carnevale Councilmember Present 3:00 PM Rita Lamb Councilmember Present 3:00 PM Nancy Ross Councilmember Present 3:00 PM • AGENDA FINALIZATION 1. PUBLIC COMMENT There were no members of the public that wished to speak. 2. STUDY SESSION A. City User and Regulatory Fees Update Recommendation: This item provides findings and recommendations from the recently completed user fee study. Upon incorporating City Council feedback, staff recommends the City Council hold a subsequent Public Hearing, whereby the City Council can determine whether to adopt the schedule of user and regulatory fees. Terry Madsen, Clearsource Principal Consultant, presented the Cathedral City User and Regulatory Fee Study. The City Council requested further clarification regarding the proposed fees that are less than 100% of the proposed recovery cost. Mr. Madsen indicated that he would include an explanation of those proposed fees that are less than 100% for cost recovery for Council's review. City Attorney Eric Vail indicated that the City must be mindful of the 100% calculated figures. If the calculated figures are over that 100% threshold, it is considered a tax, and under state law it must be taken to a vote of the people to impose. He indicated that there has been a long history of challenging user fee and development impact fees. These types of fee studies are very important when establishing the rates to ensure they are reasonable and may be used as evidence in a court of law. Gretchen Gutierrez, CEO Desert Valley Builder Association, indicated that they are supportive of this process. She indicated that they do a fee study comparison every three years for the 9 cities in the Valley and they are happy to work with the City through the process. City Manager Charles McClendon indicated that the next steps include engaging with the stakeholder groups and assisting in coordination between them and the Clearsource consultant. The input will then be presented to the City Council tentatively at the second meeting in August with a plan for adoption sometime in September unless Council provides a different direction. B. Code Amendments Regarding Cannabis Businesses Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and direction only. City Manager Charles McClendon presented the proposed code amendments regarding cannabis businesses for Council discussion and direction. Maria Scagliotti, resident and cannabis business owner provided reasons why the City Council should consider allowing outside consumption lounges in the City. Councilmember Mark Carnevale was not supportive of moving forward with the proposed code amendments. Mayor Raymond Gregory was not supportive of moving forward with the proposed code amendments. Councilmember Nancy Ross was supportive of moving forward with the proposed code amendments. Mayor Pro Tem Ernesto Gutierrez was not supportive of moving forward with the proposed code amendments. Councilmember Rita Lamb was not supportive of moving forward with the proposed code amendments at this time. She suggested evaluating once an Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 8/05/2021 event such as the Hall of Flowers has taken place and can provide some input on whether or not odor will be an issue. It was the consensus of the City Council not to move forward with removing the 250-foot setback along East Palm Canyon for retail cannabis businesses and allowing outdoor consumption lounges, with appropriate conditions, at dispensaries located in the industrial (1-1) zone. ADJOURN Mayor Raymond Gregory adjourned the Study Session meeting of July 28, 2021 at 5:15 p.m. Mayd City .f .. h ral City City Clerk9OCity of Cathedra i Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 8/05/2021 411 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Cathedral City Regular Meeting Wednesday, July 28, 2021 5:30 PM City Council Chambers 68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero Cathedral City, CA 92234 Pursuant to executive order N-35-20 AND N-08-28, this meeting was conducted by videoconference and in person. • CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 5:30 PM by Mayor Raymond Gregory. • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Rita Lamb. • INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION) The Moment of Reflection was offered by Mayor Raymond Gregory. • ROLL CALL Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Raymond Gregory Mayor Present 5:30 PM Ernesto Gutierrez Mayor Pro Tem Present 5:30 PM Mark Carnevale Councilmember Present 5:30 PM Rita Lamb Councilmember Present 5:30 PM Nancy Ross Councilmember Present 5:30 PM • AGENDA FINALIZATION 1. PUBLIC COMMENT Sandra Edwards, resident of Tramview Mobile Home Park, expressed her concern with issues the residents are facing under their current management. Tom Swamn Hernandez, Veteran's Village, presented Councilmember Lamb with a certificate and thanked Mayor Gregory. Dr. Katherine Sullivan would like to be agendized for a future meeting to discuss strategies that can stimulate economic activity without increasing the risk of delta variant infection to our most vulnerable populations and reduce health disparity by elevating the health and wellbeing of all. 2. COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Nancy Ross reported that she along with Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez are working on a street sweeping program and should have something in the works by the fall. She reported on the recent benches painted at the Cathedral City Library and Memorial Park as part of the Public Arts Commission Bench Beatification program. She reported that she was able to meet with many individuals in her district and encouraged the public to contact her and stated that her contact information can be found on the City's website. She reported that she attended another Women's Leadership forum hosted by Supervisor Karen Spiegel, which was good fun and enlightening. She also reported that she met with Chris Parman, Communications and Events Manager, and feels the City is lucky to have him. She reported that she attended an event at the Museum of Ancient Wonders hosted by the Chamber, which was a fabulous night. She also reported that she attended a Dinner with Patsi fundraiser which was well attended. Councilmember Rita Lamb encouraged everyone to get vaccinated. She reported that she participated in the job survey for the recruitment of the new Assistant City Manager position. She reported that she attended the CVAG General Assembly meeting, the Coachella Valley Mountain Conservancy Board meeting, the 40th Anniversary Planning Committee meeting, and the Women's Leadership forum hosted by Supervisor Karen Spiegel. She attended, as part of the Noon Rotary, an event at the Rancho Mirage Library for an overview of the facility by the Director. She had an opportunity to donate blood with Life Stream for the 9 Cities Challenge and encouraged participation. She reported that she attended the Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitor's Bureau mixer at the Atrium in Rancho Mirage, where she was able to chat with Revae Reynolds, Executive Administrative Assistant. She also had the opportunity to meet with newly appointed Parks and Community Events Commissioner Robert Puentes who shared many great ideas. She repported that she attended a reception for the Senior Center hosted by Sue Townsley, which was a wonderful event. She also attended the retirement celebration for Sgt. Nick Chapman and the Community Presbyterian Church decommissioning of their sanctuary event. Councilmember Mark Carnevale reported that he attended the retirement celebration for Sgt. Nick Chapman and stated that he will be missed. He also reported that he attended the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control Board meeting and a Planning Commission meeting. He reported that he participated in the 40th Anniversary Planning Committee meeting and stated that the event should be a lot of fun. He stated that he met with Craig Smith from Fountain Head Development, who is the developer of the 13.5 acres for an update. He also stated that he met with Deanna Pressgrove, Environmental Conservation and Public Works Manager, for an update on the soccer park contracts and stated that there are some youth organizations planning to use the park. He commented on the benches at the Cathedral City Library that are part of the Public Arts Commission Bench Beatification program and encouraged everyone to go out and view them. Cathedral City Page 2 Printed on 8/05/2021 Mayor Pro Tern Ernesto Gutierrez encouraged everyone to stay safe and cool during the heat wave. He stated that although the Council was dark, he along with his colleagues continued to work. He hopes that everyone had a great 4th of July Holiday and stated that he is proud to be American Citizen and our Country has plenty of opportunities and freedoms. He announced that he met with a Police Officer who wanted to make sure that the Council knew how appreciative the Police Officer's Association is for their support. He stated that he along with Councilmember Ross continue to work on a new street sweeping program. He reported that he attended the Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitor's Bureau meeting where they discussed their efforts to improve the tourism business. He reported that he met with a local Auto Dealership owner and offered to assist them in any way he could. He stated that he met with Senior Center Director Geoff Corbin to discuss how to better serve the Spanish speaking community. He reported that he attended the Public Arts Commission meeting to give his Council introduction and participated in the League of California Cities Riverside Division meeting. He reported that he met with City Manager Charles McClendon to discuss the upcoming agenda. He stated that he attended the Senior Center event hosted by Sue Townsley, which was great. He stated that he drove around the City and noted many code violations that need to be addressed and hopes to get them under control in the near future. He reported that he attended the retirement celebration for Sgt. Nick Chapman and will be participating in the interview process for the recruitment of a new Assistant City Manager. Mayor Raymond Gregory stated that the 4th of July Holiday just passed, and that Council will be receiving an update from staff on fireworks in the near future. He stated that he was able to get away during the break to Big Bear and San Diego, but it was nice to return home to Cathedral City. He reported that he attended the Riverside County Transportation Commission Budget and Implementation Committee meeting. He also reported that he attended the CVAG Executive Committee meeting, where they passed their final budget. He announced that he attended the Public Arts Commission Bench Beautification program unveiling at the Cathedral City Library and encouraged everyone see it in person or view the video of the event posted on the City's website. He stated that he had the opportunity to attend along with Economic Development Director Stone James, the opening of Dave's Hot Chicken in Indio, and stated that they are interested in bringing their business to Cathedral City. He reported that he attended the CVAG Transportation Committee meeting where they discussed standards for bike lanes and trails throughout the valley. He stated that he attended the League of California Cities Riverside Division meeting. He stated that he sits on the advisory committee for a group called Priority One Coachella Valley who is advocating for the Palm Desert California State University campus to become its own stand-alone University. He will be sure to update everyone on the process. He reported that he attended the SunLine Transit Agency Strategic and Operational Committee meeting, where he is the Chairman. He reported that the Council will hold a Special City Council Workshop meeting on August 4, 2021 via Zoom. 3. CONSENT AGENDA Cathedral City Page 3 Printed on 8/05/2021 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Carnevale to approve the following Consent Agenda items: RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tern SECONDER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Carnevale, Lamb, Ross A. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda M.O. 2021-100 B. Minutes Approval M.O. 2021-101 1. City Council - Study Session - Jun 23, 2021 3:00 PM 2. City Council - Regular Meeting - Jun 23, 2021 5:30 PM C. Receive and file Payment of Claims and Demands for June 2021 Recommendation: The City Council acting in its capacity for the City, the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, the Housing Successor Agency, and the Cathedral City Public Finance Authority Board receive and file payment of claims and demands in the aggregate sum of $11 ,452,326 for the month of June 2021 . M.O. 2021-102 D. Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual Business Meeting on September 24, 2021. Recommendation: To adopt a Resolution designating Councilmember Rita Lamb as the Voting Delegate to represent Cathedral City at the League of California Cities Annual Business Meeting, which will be held on September 24, 2021 . Reso 2021-22 E. Authorized Staffing Amendment to Convert 3 Firefighter Positions to 9 Ambulance Operator Recommendation: To approve an amendment to the authorized staffing schedule for the Ambulance Services division of the Fire department to delete three Firefighter/Paramedic positions and add nine Ambulance Operator positions as discussed during study session on June 23, 2021. M.O. 2021-103 F. Whitewater Neighborhood Street Improvements, Phase II (CIP 8833) and Whispering Palms Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation (CIP 08831) Notice of Completion Recommendation: To accept and approve the Whitewater Neighborhood Street Improvements, Phase II (CIP 08833) and Whispering Palms Cathedral City Page 4 Printed on 8/05/2021 Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation (CIP 08831) Projects 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; and, authorize the release of City held retention funds to Matich Corporation upon expiration of the Notice of Completion. M.O. 2021-104 G. Amendment for Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) Recommendation: To approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for the Local Roadway Safety Plan with STC Traffic, Inc. for additional work performed in the amount of$5,492.16; and, authorize the City Manager to execute the attached Amendment No. 1 . M.O. 2021-105 H. CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Law Enforcement Grant FY2021/2022 -#3683. Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council adopt a resolution accepting CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Law Enforcement Grant FY2021-202243683 in the amount of$85,780.08. Reso 2021-23 ADA Improvement Projects at Panorama, Century and Dennis Keat Soccer Park Recommendation: To authorize the City Manager to execute an Amendment with Desert Ants Engineering to extend the Annual As Needed Concrete Services Agreement until June 30, 2022 as provided for in the existing Agreement; and, authorize the Director of Engineering/Public Works to execute Task Order 1 in an amount of$82,349 to Desert Ants Engineering to address the ADA Paths of Travel Improvement Projects at Panorama Park; and, authorize the Director of Engineering/Public Works to execute the submitted proposals from Hammer Plumbing & Pumping for the labor to complete the ADA Restroom Improvements at Panorama Park, Century Park and Dennis Keat Soccer Park in the amount of$26,232; and, authorize a budget of $17,700 for the purchase of the fixtures for the ADA Restroom Improvements; and, authorize a Contingency in the overall amount of$9,939 for unforeseen circumstances. M.O. 2021-106 J. Concrete Driveway Replacement at Fire Station 412 Recommendation: To authorize an expenditure not to exceed $181,832, for the replacement of the concrete driveways at Fire Station 410/412. M.O. 2021-107 Cathedral City Page 5 Printed on 8/05/2021 4. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Resolution Adopting the 2040 General Plan Update (GPA 18-002), Active Transportation Plan and Final Environmental Impact Report Recommendation: To approve a Resolution adopting the 2040 General Plan Update and Active Transportation/Neighborhood Elective Vehicle (AT/NEV) Plan; certifying the Environmental Impact Report (SCH #201808012) for the 2040 General Plan Update and AT/NEV Plan; and adopting Environmental Findings, a Statement of Overriding Considerations and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the 2040 General Plan Update and AT/NEV Plan. John Criste, Terra Nova, provided an overview of the proposed 2040 General Plan Update (GPA 18-002), Active Transportation Plan and Final Environmental Impact Report. Mayor Raymond Gregory opened the Public Hearing for comments. Frank Barena supports the proposed General Plan. Deborah McGarrey, Southern California Gas, indicated that they are supportive of the proposed General Plan. She indicated that utility companies do maintenance and safety testing on a lot of their facilities and requested that their rights and easements remain respected with regard to page 505 in the staff report. David Lamb thanked the Staff for doing a great job and supports the proposed General Plan. Mayor Raymond Gregory closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to the City Council. A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve a Resolution adopting the 2040 General Plan Update and Active Transportation/Neighborhood Elective Vehicle (AT/NEV) Plan; certifying the Environmental Impact Report (SCH #201808012) for the 2040 General Plan Update and AT/NEV Plan; and adopting Environmental Findings, a Statement of Overriding Considerations and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the 2040 General Plan Update and AT/NEV Plan with the following amendments/inclusions to exhibits contained in the proposed General Plan: • North West Industrial Designations, page 156 of the staff report, modified proposed exhibit accepted as shown. • North Da Vall Drive Open Space, page 156-157 of the staff report, modified proposed exhibit accepted as shown. Cathedral City Page 6 Printed on 8/05/2021 • South of East Palm Canyon Drive- Perez Road-Canyon Plaza Area, page 157 of the staff report, modified proposed exhibit accepted as shown. • North of Ramon Road and West of the Whitewater Stormwater Channel, pages 157-158 of the staff report, modified proposed exhibit accepted as shown. • North City Specific Plan Extended, pages 158-159 of the staff report, modified proposed exhibit accepted as shown. • Southeast Corner of Landau Boulevard and Vista Chino, page 159 of staff report, modified proposed exhibit accepted as shown. • Open Space Land and East of Date Palm Drive and North of Buddy Rodgers Drive, pages 159-160 of the staff report, modified proposed exhibit accepted with the following corrections/inclusions: 1. Reduction of 2nd Street Park accepted as shown 2. The Festival Lawn Parcel to remain the current land use designation of DTC (Downtown Commercial) 3. The land area directly south of Civic Center Drive and directly north of the Downtown parking garage to be designated as open space 4. Memorial Park to be included and designated as open space • Exhibit 3-11: Existing Transit Service Routes and bus stops, page 695 of the staff report, to reflect SunLine's corrected name and number designations as well as any other exhibit that displays SunLines service routes and bus stops within the plan. • Ensure that the Land Use Map related to the Date Palm Corridor reflects the corrections made at the Regular City Council meeting of May 12, 2021, to show the corrections to the land use designation to the Tower Market site located at Ortega and Date Palm Drive, and the land use designations to the Post Office site located at David Kelly and Date Palm Drive. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Carnevale, Lamb, Ross The City Council recessed at 7:30 pm. The City Council reconvened at 7:40 pm. 6. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS A. Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Service Agreement Cathedral City Page 7 Printed on 8/05/2021 Recommendation: To approve the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce Service Provider Agreement for a total of $45,000 for the fiscal year, Exhibit "A" Scope of Services, and Exhibit "B" Payment Program for FY21/22; and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement. A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez to approve the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce Service Provider Agreement for a total of$45,000 for the fiscal year, Exhibit "A" Scope of Services, and Exhibit "B" Payment Program for FY21/22; and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Gregory, Gutierrez, Carnevale, Lamb, Ross B. Update on Council Goals for 2021 Recommendation: This item is presented for information, discussion and direction only. City Manager Charles McClendon presented an update on Council Goals for 2021. Staff was directed to focus on the following goals as listed in the staff report: 5. Planning, Streets and Infrastructure c. Develop a presentation on the downtown design standards for Council review h. Address methods to address the zoning code status of existing multi-family properties in single-family zones 7. Parks and Recreation e. Send the proposed test case "dogs on leashes" back to the Parks and Community Events Commission f. Staff to provide updated figures to make the CCHS pool available for the community use by the summer of 2022 C. Update on the City's 40th Anniversary Celebration Recommendation: To provide an update on the City's 40th Anniversary Celebration. Chris Parman, Communications and Events Manager provided an update on the City's 40th Anniversary Celebration. D. Update on Emergency Actions Related to COVID-19 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 Cathedral City Page 8 Printed on 8/05/2021 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 confirmed cases in Cathedral City are increasing as they are in the County, State and Nation. He is continuing to monitor the CDC and California Department of Public Health recommendations and noted that masks are recommended which may be something to consider. He stated that vaccinations are around 60% in the City and as an organization we are at 65%. Councilmember Nancy Ross suggests the public attend Council meetings via zoom only, if necessary. Mayor Raymond Gregory feels we should error on the side of caution and continue to monitor the recommendations of the CDC. Mayor Pro Tem Ernesto Guiterrez feels the City should continue to monitor the recommendations of the CDC and evaluate as necessary. Councilmember Mark Carnevale concurs with Mayor Pro Tem Gutierrez and feels we should error the side of caution. Denise Cross stated that this is a very important issue, she has grandchildren who are not vaccinated. She expressed her appreciation for the efforts of the Council and City Manager as they continue to monitor the situation. 7. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURN Mayor Raymond Gregory adjourned the Regular City Council meeting of July 28, 2021 at 8:46 p.m. ikhigi \VI.e,tiViIN Ma!i City • :t -dral City City Clerkity of Cathedral City 7� Cathedral City Page 9 Printed on 8/05/2021