CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
And the City Council Serving as the Successor Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency Board
ACTION MINUTES
October 2, 2018
4:30 P.M. – CLOSED SESSION
5:15 P.M. – PRESENTATIONS
6:00 P.M. – REGULAR SESSION
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Carl May Community Center
11711 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, California
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Mayor Matas called the Closed Session to order at 4:30 P.M. |
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Present: Council Members: Russell Betts, Joe McKee, Jan Pye Mayor Pro Tem: Anayeli Zavala Mayor: Scott Matas |
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CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9) In the Matter of Administration of the D.H.S. Drugs, Inc. Profit Sharing Plan, Riverside Superior Court Case No. PRIN1801126 |
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CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (d)(2) of Section 54956.9: The facts and circumstances involve issues pertaining a certain entity who has threatened litigation against the City. A formal claim has been filed, which claim is available for public inspection. |
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Mayor, Scott Matas |
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Mayor Matas presented a Proclamation for Fire Prevention Week. |
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Mark Brooks, Battalion Chief, spoke regarding fire safety and prevention. |
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Certificate of Recognition to Dirk Voss for his Service on the Planning Commission |
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Mayor, Scott Matas |
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Mayor Matas presented a Certificate to Dirk Voss in recognition of his service on the Planning Commission and the RDA Successor Agency Oversight Board. |
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Lois Beckman, American Red Cross, Executive Director for Riverside County, provided an overview of their mission, programs, and services. |
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Dana Johnson, Executive Director, Family Services of the Desert, provided an overview of their mission, programs, and services. |
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Mayor Matas called the Regular Session to order at 6:00 P.M. |
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Present: Council Members: Russell Betts, Joe McKee, Jan Pye Mayor Pro Tem: Anayeli Zavala Mayor: Scott Matas |
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Reverend, Ron Hobbs, gave the Invocation. |
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Michael Picardi, Community and Cultural Affairs Commission Chairman, led the Pledge of Allegiance. |
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Jennifer Mizrahi, City Attorney, advised that there was no reportable action. |
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Action: McKee moved to approve the October 2, 2018 Regular Meeting agenda, and approve the Consent Calendar except for Item 10, motion seconded by Betts, motion carried 5/0 by the following vote: |
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Vote: AYES: 5 - Zavala, Betts, Matas, McKee, Pye Passed NOES: 0 - (None) |
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Russ Martin spoke regarding the Mission Springs Water District and Desert Water Agency. |
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Nicholas Leon expressed his interest in opening a cannabis business. |
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Mike Picardi gave various updates and announcements. |
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Dana Johnson spoke regarding Food Now and Family Services of the Desert. |
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Charles Maynard, City Manager, advised that a City Council Cannabis Strategic Planning Session would be held on October 24, 2018. |
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Dale Mondary, Chief of Police, advised that the Police Department was participating in the Pink Patch Project for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. |
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Council Member McKee reported on the various meetings and events he attended. |
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Council Member Betts reported on the various meetings and events he attended. |
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Mayor Pro Tem Zavala reported on the various meetings and events she attended. |
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Council Member Pye reported on the various meetings and events she attended. |
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Mayor Matas reported on the various meetings and events he attended. |
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Appointment to the Planning Commission to Fill Vacancy for Unexpired Term |
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City Clerk, Jerryl Soriano, CMC |
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Recommendation: |
Ratify Mayor Pro Tem Anayeli Zavala's appointment to the Planning Commission to fill one (1) vacancy consisting of an unexpired term ending January 2020. |
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Action: Zavala moved to ratify Mayor Pro Tem Zavala's appointment of Robert Griffith to the Planning Commission, motion seconded by McKee, motion carried 5/0 by the following vote: |
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Vote: AYES: 5 - Zavala, Betts, Matas, McKee, Pye Passed NOES: 0 - (None) |
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Resolution Declaring Shelter Crisis Pursuant to Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP) (SB 850) |
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City Clerk, Jerryl Soriano, CMC |
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Recommendation: |
1) Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Desert Hot Springs, California; declaring a shelter crisis pursuant to Government Code § 8698.2; and 2) Authorize City Manager, or designee, to process and execute all necessary documents to submit a request for and to coordinate with The CoC Board of Governance of Riverside County in seeking HEAP funding. |
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Colleen Michael, City
Managers Office, presented the staff report. |
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Action: McKee moved to approve staff recommendation and adopt Resolution No. 2018-069, motion seconded by Betts, motion carried 5/0 by the following vote: |
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Vote: AYES: 5 - Zavala, Betts, Matas, McKee, Pye Passed NOES: 0 - (None) |
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City Clerk, Jerryl Soriano, CMC |
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Recommendation: |
Approve Minutes as submitted; or as corrected. |
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Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Approving Development Agreement No. 02-18 with Adkan, Adkan & Snell (APN: 667-050-011) |
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Community Development Director, Daniel Porras, P.E. |
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Recommendation: |
Approve Second Reading and adopt an Ordinance of the City Council approving Development Agreement No. 02-18 for the development of a residential subdivision (Mission Creek Trails) development with ancillary uses. |
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Council Member Betts noted that a letter was received from the Sierra Club and Center for Biological Diversity. |
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Action: Zavala moved to approve staff recommendation and adopt Ordinance No. 675, motion seconded by McKee, motion carried 4/1 by the following vote: |
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Vote: AYES: 4 - Zavala, Matas, McKee, Pye Passed NOES: 1 - Betts |
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City Clerk, Jerryl Soriano, CMC |
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Recommendation: |
Adopt a Resolution of the City Council amending the City's Conflict of Interest Code. |
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Resolution No. 2018-070 |
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Payment Register and City Council Expenditures Report for the Month of August 2018 |
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Finance Director, Linda Kelly |
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Recommendation: |
Receive and file. |
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Finance Director, Linda Kelly |
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Recommendation: |
Receive and file. |
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None. |
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Mayor Matas adjourned the meeting at 7:01 P.M. |
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Jerryl Soriano, CMC, City Clerk