NOW. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, as follows:
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Tile Frey House 11, the Valley Station of Lhe Pahn Springs Aerial Tramway, the Loewy House, Palm Springs City HaU, and the Carey House were constructed during the period 1946-1965 and have since contributed to lite historic architectural diversity of the City. of Palm Springs.
The Frey House II, the Valley Station of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the Loewy House, Palm Springs City Hall, and the Carey House are excellent examples of the Modem architectural movement in the City of Palm Springs as designed and adapted by Lhe renowned architect Albert Frey, FAIA. a. TI1e Frey House II, owned by Albert Frey ("Owner"), and localed at 686 Palisades Dr., shall be designated as a Class l Historic Site pursuant to Chapter 8.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code. The site is located on Lot 10, and a portion of Lot 8, of Palm Springs Palisades, M/B 19/23, Riverside County, California; APN 513-110-020.
b.The Vailey Station of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, owned by Mount San Jacinto Winter Park ("Owner"), and located at the westerly terminus of Tram Way, shall be designated as a Class I Historic Site pursuant to Chapter
8.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code. The site is located on a portion of Sec. 'I, T.4S., R.4.E., Riverside County, California; APN 505-020-012. c.The Loewy House, owned by James Gaudineer ("Owner"), and located at 600 Panorama Rd., shall be designated as a Class 1 Historic Site pursuant to Chapter 8.05 of the Palm Sp1i.ngs Municipal Code. The site is located on a po1'tion of the SWl/4 SEl/4 of Section 3, T.4-S., R.4E., Riverside County, California; APN 504-292-014.
ct.Palm Springs City Hall, owned by U1e City of Pahn Springs ("Owner"), and located at 3200 E. Tahquitz Caoyon Way, shall be designated as a Class 1 Historic Site pursuant to Chapter 8.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code.
The site is located on Lot 16 of Palm Valley Colony Lands, MB 14/652, San Diego County, California; APN 502-150-005.
e. The Carey-Pirozzi House, owned hy Vincent & Karen Pirozzi ("Owners"), and located at 651 W. Via Escuela, shall be designated as a Class 1 Historic Si1.e pursuant to Chapter 8.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code. The site is located on Parcel 1, R/S 27/75, Riverside County, California; APN 504-193-002.
Section 4. No permits for the exterior alteration to the Frey Honse II, the Valley Station of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the Loewy House, Palm Springs City Hall, and tJ1e Carey-Pirozzi House shall be granted without the prior approval of lhe Historic Site Preservation Board and/or the City Council, pursuant to Chapter 8.05 of tl1e Palm Springs Municipal Code; approved alterations shall maintain the historic architectural integrity of the building.
Section 5. Tl1e Owners shall permit the City to demark the Frey Honse II, the Valley Station of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the Loewy House, Palm Spdngs City Hall, and the Carey-Pirozzi House as historic sites with a plaque of the City.' s choosing.
Section 6. This resolution, and the historic designation put in place by it, shall not affect title to the subject properties.
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Section 7. The City Council hereby directs the City Clerk to submit this resolution to the county recorder for recordation within 90 days of the effective date of this resolntion.
ADOPTED this ---1lliL- day of October, 1996.
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EXHIBIT “D”
AN INTRODUCTION TO LOW-WATER-USE HYBRID TURF - 2024
UC and other entities have been working on developing hybrid grasses that have significantly lower in water needs; as much as 50 to 70% for some hybridized grasses. Certain characteristics such as the ability to remain green during cooler months vary between species. “Warm weather grasses” with deep root structure are those with the greatest capacity to thrive on less water, however they are also among those that tend to go dormant in winter months and turn to a straw color.
Staff is continuing to gather more information in order to make recommendations on a particular turf species best suited for this project. Furthermore, converting some of our existing Burmuda grass lawns to hybridized grasses may contribute to substantial reductions in water use elsewhere in the City.
1. Native California Bentgrass – Agrostis pallens
Bentgrass growing well at the University of California Cooperative Extension in Sacramento County This water wise grass is the most resilient to foot traffic, making it great for families with kids. It uses about half the water traditional Bermuda grass does. Whether mowed frequently, or allowed to grow long and flop creating a meadow-like look, this soft grass will stay green and vibrant all year round when properly maintained.
2. Kikuyu Grass.
Very similar in appearance to St. Augustine but more aggressive and able to withstand high traffic. Is tolerant of light shade conditions. Very good heat and drought tolerance especially in coastal climates. Unlike the other warm season grasses above, kikuyu has very little to no dormancy in winter months. Improved varieties include AZ-1 and Whittet. Kikuyu grass planting is restricted to Arizona, Hawaii and southern counties of California.
3. Kurapia
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to be mowed. Kurapia grows laterally, making it a low growing ground cover that resembles grass. It also blooms miniature white flowers twice annually, giving it a unique aesthetic. Kurapia is a perfect option for California because it has high heat and dr ought tolerance for our hotter days and tolerate some shade and cooler temperatures for the less warm climate of California.
4. California meadow sedge Carex pansa
This native Pacific Coast sedge is hands-down one of the finest native sedges for making natural lawns.
Largely untested in the East, it has proven durable in Texas and Colorado. Slowly creeping, dark green foliage grows 4 to 6 inches unmowed. California m eadow sedge will tolerate varied types of soil conditions and temperatures, from sandy, exposed seacoasts to heavy clays and hot, inland valleys. It is also exceptionally traffic tolerant. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it will thin out in deep sha de.
Mowing two to three times per year keeps the foliage low, tight, and lawnlike. Unmowed, it makes an attractive meadow and remains evergreen in all but the coldest climates. California meadow sedge is fast to establish from plugs planted 6 to 12 inches on center.
5. Native California bentgrass – Agrostis pallens
It's a bright green cool-season grass that withstands foot traffic and requires half the water and mowing maintenance of traditional turf.
6. UC Verde Buffalo Grass – bouteloua gracilis
"It's soft, green and quite lawn -like," says Aoyagi of the UC Riverside -researched grass. With an underground drip irrigation system, it can save about 50% of water usage, she adds. It's tough enough for hard use and requires few chemicals and little maintenance, and it can be mowed or left un-mowed. (end)
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