November 12, 2025
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council
of the City of Palm Springs
CALL TO ORDER:
A Regular Meeting of the Palm Springs City Council was called to order by Mayor deHarte on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 5: 36 p. m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Councilmember Bernstein led the City Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Jeffrey Bernstein, Grace Elena Garner, and David Ready; Mayor Pro Tem Naomi Soto; and Mayor Ron deHarte.
Absent: None
City Staff
Present:
Scott Stiles, City Manager; Teresa Gallavan, Assistant City Manager; Flinn Fagg, Deputy City Manager; Jeremy Hammond, Deputy City Manager; Jeff Ballinger, City Attorney; Andrew Mills, Chief of Police; and Brenda Pree, City Clerk, were present at Roll Call. Other staff members presented reports or responded to questions as indicated in the minutes.
Mayor deHarte participated in the meeting remotely via teleconference on the Zoom platform.
PRESENTATIONS:
A. TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Niccolo De Luca, with Townsend Public Affairs, provided a Legislative Update and Accomplishments presentation.
PROCLAMATIONS:
Mayor deHarte announced the issuance of the following proclamations:
On October 24, 2025, the City of Palm Springs recognized the Pride Flag- Raising in the heart of the Arenas Business District.
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The following proclamations were issued on October 31, 2025:
o The City recognized The International Imperial Court System, one of the oldest and largest LGBTQ+ charitable organizations, in celebration of the organization' s 60th anniversary.
o Terry Sidie, King Father I of the Americas, was recognized for his dedicated service and unwavering commitment to the International Imperial Court System.
November 1, 2025, was declared as Nicole Murray- Ramirez Day. Murray- Ramirez was recognized for her 55 years of leadership in LGBTQ+ and Latino civil rights advocacy, community service, and philanthropy. She is also known as Empress Nicole the Great and Queen Mother I of the Americas.
On November 5, 2025, the City commemorated the Official Unfurling of the Rainbow Flag, a tradition that marks the official launch of Pride Week in Palm Springs.
The following proclamations were issued on November 6, 2025:
o November 6th was proclaimed as Sordid Lives Day, in recognition of the film’s 25th anniversary, a film that captured the heart and humor of Palm Springs. o The City Council proclaimed November 6 to November 9 as Pride Week 2025, in honor of the many civic contributions and the resilience of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community in Palm Springs, reaffirming its commitment to equality, inclusion, and human rights for all.
The following proclamations were issued on November 7, 2025:
o Andy Linsky was honored for his extensive contributions, spanning over two decades, to the Human Rights Campaign (“ HRC”), the nation’ s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization. Mr. Linksy has remained a steadfast leader, fostering community engagement, and strengthening support for equality across the Coachella Valley.
o On November 7th, the City Council designated the following commemorative days:
Hannah Senesh Day, in honor of Hannah Senesh, who is celebrated as one of the most courageous Jewish heroines of the Second World War, esteemed for her poetry, valor, and steadfast commitment to freedom and humanity.
Mark Hunter Seymour Day, which acknowledges his longstanding leadership, entrepreneurial endeavors, and advocacy for increased visibility of the LGBTQ+ community.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Mayor Pro Tem Soto, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Accept the agenda with the removal of Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1F, 1J, 1N, and 1R for separate discussion; tabling Consent Calendar Item No. 1V; with Mayor deHarte recusing from Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1E and 1W.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte, Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto, Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
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REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The Closed Session of the City Council of November 12, 2025, was called to order by Mayor deHarte at 3: 02 p. m.
The meeting convened into Closed Session to discuss the following items as listed on the Closed Session Meeting Agenda, with no reportable action:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — INITIATION OF LITIGATION; Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 4):
Under existing facts and circumstances, there were three ( 3) matters.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION; Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1):
Under existing facts and circumstances, there were two ( 2) matters:
Palm Springs Promenade, LLC v City of Palm Springs, American Arbitration Association, Case No. 01- 23- 0002- 5716.
Palm Springs Promenade, LLC ( Appellant) v. Department of Industrial Relations Respondent); Court of Appeal Fourth Appellate District, Division One; Court of Appeal, Case No. D083069; Superior Court Case No. CVPS2202816.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION; Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957:
City Manager and City Attorney.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS; Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 8:
Property:
City Negotiators:
Negotiating parties:
Under negotiation:
125 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Scott Stiles, City Manager; and Jeff Ballinger, City Attorney Michael Braun, Grit Development
Price and Terms
Councilmember Bernstein recused from the Palm Springs Promenade closed session items. Additionally, City Attorney Ballinger recused himself from a closed session litigation agenda item; with a partner attorney assuming his responsibilities during that matter.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY:
Xander Brown, Phillip Hodges, Patrick Weiss, Eileen Lynch, Scott Bowman, Morgan Williams, and Michael Joseph Pitkins provided oral testimony.
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1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of October 22, 2025.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
B. ACCEPT RESIGNATION FROM THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Accept the resignation of Carlos Silveira from the Public Arts Commission, effective immediately.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
C. TREASURER’ S INVESTMENT REPORT AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Receive and File.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
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RECUSED: None
D. CITY OF PALM SPRINGS AB 1600 REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR
2024- 2025
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Receive and File the City’s Development Project Fee Report for Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 ( Attachment A).
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
E. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WARRANTS,
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 4 – 0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 25353, entitled “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
PAYMENT OF PAYROLL WARRANTS/ DISBURSEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 10- 11- 25 and 10- 25- 25 TOTALING $ 5, 486, 502. 39 AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WARRANTS DATED 10- 09- 25 and 10- 23- 25 TOTALING $ 12, 930, 690. 03 IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF
18, 417, 192. 42 DRAWN ON BANK OF AMERICA”.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Councilmember Garner,
Mayor Pro Tem Soto, Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: Mayor deHarte
F. APPROVE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 25Q414
WITH LMN / O2 JOINT- VENTURE FOR CONVENTION CENTER
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES
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Motion by Councilmember Bernstein, Second by Councilmember Garner, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Approve Professional Services Agreement No. 25Q414 with LMN o2 Joint- Venture to provide architectural and engineering services for the convention center renovation and expansion project for a term commencing on November 13, 2025, and continuing through December 31, 2028, for an amount not to exceed $ 1, 000, 000;
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary documents.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
G. APPROVE AN INCREASE IN GROUND TRANSPORTATION FEE FOR
STANDARD PICK- UP AND PRE- ARRANGED APPOINTMENTS BY
TAXICABS AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25354, entitled “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
AN INCREASE IN THE TAXICAB GROUND TRANSPORTATION FEE AT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT”
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary documents.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
H. A REQUEST BY ACAI OASIS, LLC, FOR A RESOLUTION OF PUBLIC
CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY ( PCN) TO SELL BEER AND WINE
FOR OFF- SITE CONSUMPTION ( TYPE 20 – OFF- SALE BEER &
WINE) AT AN EXISTING BUSINESS, ACAI OASIS, WHICH IS
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LOCATED AT 144 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE ( APN: 513- 144- 009), ZONE CBD, SECTION 15 ( CASE PCN- 2025- 0003)
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 25355, entitled, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING
THAT PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY WOULD BE SERVED BY THE ISSUANCE OF A TYPE 20 ( OFF-SALE BEER & WINE) ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE FOR ACAI OASIS, WHICH IS LOCATED AT 144 SOUTH PALM CANYON DRIVE WITHIN CENSUS TRACT NO.
446. 06”
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
I. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO CONTRACT SERVICES
AGREEMENT NO. 24B189 WITH MANSFIELD POWER AND GAS, LLC
FOR THE PURCHASE OF NATURAL GAS FOR THE MUNICIPAL
COGENERATION PLANT
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Contract Services Agreement 24B189, with Mansfield Power and Gas, LLC, for an additional amount of $ 469, 553 and a revised contract amount not to exceed 916, 738 and extending the term one- year through December 31, 2026, for the purchase of natural gas for the Municipal Cogeneration Plant;
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary documents.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
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J. APPROVE CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT NO. 25S423 WITH
ACTION TARGET FOR DESIGN, EQUIPMENT, AND INSTALLATION
OF HVAC AND RANGE SYSTEMS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
FIRING RANGE.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Soto, Second by Councilmember
Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Approve Contract for Construction No. 25S423 ( Attachment A) with Action Target, Inc. for an amount not to exceed
1, 455, 155. 38 for the design, equipment purchase, and installation of HVAC and range systems at the Police
Department’ s firing range; and
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all necessary documents.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
K. APPROVE AIRPORT LEASE AGREEMENT NO. 25N024 WITH
STRIKE TECHNOLOGY, INC. DBA WILORCO FOR 2901 E. ALEJO
ROAD, ( THE " ACCELERATOR CAMPUS") BLDG 13 AT THE PALM
SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Approve Airport Lease Agreement No. 25N024 with Strike Technology Inc. dba Wilorco for 2901 E. Alejo Road, Building # 13 at the Palm Springs International Airport for the term beginning October 1, 2025 and ending on June 30, 2026.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary documents.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
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L. APPROVAL OF TRACT MAP WITH EMP2, LLC, A CALIFORNIA
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 25356, entitled, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TRACT MAP 38998 WITH EMP2, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR PROPERTYLOCATED WITHIN PLANNING AREA 1 OF THE ESCENA DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 1000 NORTH GENE AUTRY TRAIL, IN SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 EAST.”
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
M. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
KIMLEY- HORN AND ASSOCIATES, INC., A NORTH CAROLINA
CORPORATION, FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN
THE AMOUNT OF $ 309, 976. 92 FOR THE 2026 PAVEMENT
MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE, CITY PROJECT NO. 25- 12
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Kimley- Horn and Associates, Inc., a North Carolina Corporation ( Kimley- Horn) in the amount of $ 309, 976. 92 for professional engineering services;
2. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all necessary documents.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
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N. APPROVAL OF NON- EXCLUSIVE OPERATING AND LEASE
AGREEMENT NO. 25L418 FOR SIXT RENT A CAR, LLC AT PALM
SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Mayor Pro Tem Soto, CARRIED 3 – 2, to:
1. Approve Non- Exclusive Operating and Lease Agreement No. 25L418 for SIXT Rent a Car, LLC to operate a car rental concession at the Palm Springs International Airport from November 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with two ( 2) one- year extension options.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary.
AYES: Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
O. ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYSIS AND CONFORMITY REPORT FOR A
PROPOSED 62- UNIT APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT (“ INSPIRE
SUNRISE”) ON A 5- ACRE TRIBAL TRUST PARCEL LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF EAST ALEJO ROAD AND NORTH
SUNRISE WAY ( APN: 508- 060- 017, GOVERNMENT LOT 140),
ZONE MR ( MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL), SECTION 14
SPECIFIC PLAN ( CASE CR- 2025- 0001)
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 25357, entitled, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONFORMITY REPORT FOR A 62- UNIT APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT ON
TRIBAL TRUST LAND AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF EAST ALEJO ROAD AND NORTH SUNRISE WAY (APN: 508- 060- 017, GOVERNMENT LOT 140);
DIRECTING STAFF TO TRANSMIT THE REPORT TO THE TRIBAL COUNCIL OF THE AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS; AND WAIVING
THE JOINT MEETING BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND TRIBAL COUNCIL CASE CR-2025- 0001)”
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AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
P. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS & ESTIMATE ( PS& E)
AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID THE DEMUTH PARK DEVELOPMENT
PROJECT, CITY PROJECT 21- 16
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Approve the plans, specifications and estimate and authorize Staff to advertise and solicit bids for the Demuth Park Development Project, City Project 21- 16 (“ the Project”);
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
Q. APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENTS A8509, A8510, A8514 AND A8516 WITH HISTORIC
RESOURCES GROUP, CHATTEL, INC., GPA CONSULTING, INC.,
AND ARCHITECTURAL RESOURCES GROUP, INC. FOR ON- CALL
ARCHITECTURAL HISTORIAN SERVICES
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Approve amendments to Agreements A8509, A8510, A8514 AND A8516 ( Attachment A) for on- call architectural historian services to extend the term through July 31, 2026; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary documents.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
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NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
R. APPROVE A TASK ORDER IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 742, 500 WITH
INTERACTIVE DESIGN CORPORATION, PURSUANT TO ON- CALL
AGREEMENT A8876, FOR THE SWIM CENTER RENOVATIONS
PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 25- 06
Motion by Councilmember Bernstein, Second by Councilmember Garner, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Approve a Task Order in the amount of $ 742, 500 with Interactive Design Corporation ( IDC), pursuant to On- Call Agreement A8876, for the Swim Center Renovations Project, City Project No. 25- 06; and,
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
S. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2118
AMENDING PALM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 5. 25
RELATIVE TO THE ALLOTMENT OF ANNUAL CONTRACT LIMITS
FOR VACATION RENTAL PERMIT HOLDERS
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Waive the second reading of text in its entirety, read by title only, and adopt Ordinance No. 2118, “ AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 5. 25. 070( b) OF THE CITY’S VACATION RENTAL ORDINANCE, REGARDING THE ANNUAL CAP
ON THE NUMBER OF VACATION RENTALS THAT CAN OCCUR ON
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTYWITHIN THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS.”
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
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ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
T. APPROVE FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 25, 000 OF PUBLIC ART
FUNDS TO THE OLD LAS PALMAS NEIGHBORHOOD
ORGANIZATION FOR COMMISSION OF THE “ YELLOW WARBLER”
SCULPTURE AND “ DANCING RHINO” SCULPTURE BY ARTIST
DELOS VAN EARL, BOTH TO BE LOCATED IN THE WEST CHINO
DRIVE MEDIAN IN THE OLD LAS PALMAS NEIGHBORHOOD, AND
APPROVE THE DONATION OF THE SCULPTURES TO THE CITY
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Approve the expenditure of Public Art Funds in the amount of 25, 000 for commission and installation of Yellow Warbler and Dancing Rhino by Delos Van Earl.
2. Accept donation of the public art pieces Yellow Warbler and Dancing Rhino from the Old Las Palmas Neighborhood Organization by Artist Delos Van Earl on the West Chino Drive median, west of North Palm Canyon Drive and east of Belardo Road.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
U. ADOPT A RESOLUTION ENTITLED, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
OF PALM SPRINGS ADOPTING INVENTORY REPORT FOR
EXCESS, EXEMPT, AND NON- EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND PURSUANT
TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54223.”
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
Adopt Resolution No. 25358, entitled, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS ADOPTING INVENTORY REPORT FOR EXCESS, EXEMPT, AND NON- EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54223.”
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AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
V. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT NO. A9206
WITH SAME DAY EXPRESS, DBA SIGNATURE SCULPTURE, FOR
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF PUBLIC ART
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 5 – 0, to: Table the item.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
W. ACCEPTANCE OF INSTALLATION OF THE ARENAS BUSINESS
DISTRICT LANDMARK FLAGPOLE
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, CARRIED 4 – 0, to:
1. Accept the public works improvement known as the Arenas Business District Landmark Flagpole Project, as completed in accordance with the Construction Contract; and
2. Authorize the Director of Public Works to execute and file for recordation with the Riverside County Recorder a Notice of Completion for the Arenas Business District Landmark Flagpole Project.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Councilmember Garner,
Mayor Pro Tem Soto, Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: Mayor deHarte
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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A. AN APPLICATION BY JONATHAN WURTZEL FOR HISTORIC SITE
DESIGNATION OF THE CULLERTON- CHADDICK RESIDENCE
LOCATED AT 572 WEST SANTA ELENA ROAD, HSPB 165
Steven Keylon provided oral testimony.
Motion by Councilmember Bernstein, Second by Councilmember Ready, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Open the public hearing and receive public testimony.
2. Close the public hearing and adopt Resolution No. 25359, entitled, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE CULLERTON -
CHADDICK RESIDENCE LOCATED AT 572 W. SANTA ELENA ROAD,
AS A CLASS 1 ( LANDMARK) HISTORIC RESOURCE HSPB # 165,
SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS ( APN 504- 282- 012)."
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
B. AN APPLICATION BY REST AREA LLC FOR HISTORIC SITE
DESIGNATION OF " THE RUBIN BUILDING" LOCATED AT 457
NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE HSPB 167
Shaheen Sadeghi provided oral testimony.
Motion by Councilmember Bernstein, Second by Councilmember Ready, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Open the public hearing and receive public testimony.
2. Close the public hearing and adopt Resolution No. 25360, entitled, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE RUBIN
BUILDING LOCATED AT 457 N. PALM CANYON DRIVE, AS A CLASS 1 ( LANDMARK) HISTORIC RESOURCE HSPB # 167, SUBJECT TO
CONDITIONS ( APN 513- 082- 007)."
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AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
RECESS/ RECONVENE: The City Council recessed at 7: 12 p. m. and reconvened at 7: 26 p. m
C. AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION’ S DECISION TO
ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVE A
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP ( TTM 38843), MAJOR DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT, AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A SEVEN AND
NINE STORY 257- ROOM HOTEL BUILDING AND A 6, 040 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT BUILDING LOCATED AT 847 EAST ANDREAS
ROAD IN SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN AREA. ( CASES # DP 2023- 0017, CUP 2023- 0018, AND STM 2023- 0014)
Dan Donahue, Aaron Carter, Stephen Dixon, and Jeff Okyle provided oral testimony.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Soto, Second by Councilmember Bernstein, as amended, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Open the appeal hearing and receive testimony; and
2. Reject the appeal and accept the Planning Commission’ s decision by adopting Resolution No. 25361, entitled, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
DENYING THE APPEAL BY PLAZA VILLAS OWNERS ASSOCIATION
AND “ SAFER” AND UPHOLDING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION FOR THE ADOPTION OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION AND THE APPROVAL OF A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
TTM 38843), A MAJOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT, AND A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A NINE STORY HIGH 257 - ROOM HOTEL BUILDING AND A 6,040 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT
BUILDING LOCATED AT 847 EAST ANDREAS ROAD IN SECTION 14 SPECIFIC PLAN AREA. ( CASES # DP 2023- 0017, CUP 2023- 0018, AND STM 2023- 0014).”
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
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RECUSED: None
D. A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE CONSIDERATION OF
ECONOMIC SUBSIDY REPORTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALM
SPRINGS AND EIGHT HOTEL OWNERS/ OPERATORS PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 53083.
Motion by Councilmember Garner, Second by Councilmember Ready, CARRIED 5 – 0, to:
1. Conduct a public hearing;
2. Approve and accept the Economic Development Subsidy Reports prepared pursuant to Gov. Code Section 53083; and,
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any necessary steps to implement.
4. Approve a Covenant Agreement baseline adjustment from 102, 481. 21 to $ 38, 396. 99 for the Yara Hotel, originally approved by the City Council in February of 2025, and to be dated to the approval date of February 13, 2025, and authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to make conforming and non- conforming changes to effectuate the Agreement.
AYES: Councilmember Bernstein, Mayor deHarte,
Councilmember Garner, Mayor Pro Tem Soto,
Councilmember Ready
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECUSED: None
3. BUSINESS & LEGISLATIVE:
A. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK
No action was taken. The City Council reached a consensus to continue the item.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Jane Dodd and Jake Epstine provided oral testimony.
CITY COUNCIL AND CITY MANAGER COMMENTS, REPORTS, & AGENDA DEVELOPMENT:
City Council Minutes November 12, 2025
City of Palm Springs Page 17
City Manager Stiles and the City Council discussed the tentative upcoming meeting schedule and agenda items.
ADJOURNMENT:
The City Council adjourned the regular meeting of Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 10: 25 p. m.
Respectfully submitted,
Brenda Pree, MMC, CERA
City Clerk