CITY Or RANCHO MIRAGE
CITY COUNCIL,
LIBRARY AND OBSERVATORY BOARD,
HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD,
AND THE CITY COUNCIL REPRESENTING
THE REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2024
1:00 P.M.
MINUTES
Meeting Location:
City of Rancho Mirage
City Hall - Council Chamber
69-825 Highway 111
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
CALL TO ORDER - 1:01 P.M.
a) Flag Salute: Led by Ryan Stendell, Director of Public Works. b) Roll Call: Mallotto, Marker, O'Keefe, Weill, Downs — All Present.
NON -AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS
Daryl Terrell, Moreno Valley resident, reported that Riverside County had recently adopted an ordinance regarding the unlawful possession of catalytic converters and urged the City Council to do the same. He provided a copy of Riverside County Ordinance No. 987.
Susan Ragsdale, member of the public, presented gifts to Council Members and staff. She also spoke regarding alleged fraud related to her time living in Rancho Mirage and offered ideas that would bring her justice.
Wally Melendez, member of the public, spoke regarding the seating arrangement of the City Council. He also spoke in favor of the City installing hydrogen charging stations like the City of Riverside.
Brad Anderson, Rancho Mirage resident, commented on a previous agenda item for the City Manager's performance evaluation. He suggested that the City Clerk's position be elected instead of appointed. He also expressed disappointment regarding a recent article he referred to as a "hit piece."
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COUNCIL!BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS/REPORTS
Mayor Downs asked the City Manager to provide an update on the City's efforts regarding catalytic converter theft.
Isaiah Hagerman, City Manager, reported that the Cove Cities (Indian Wells, Palm Desert, and Rancho Mirage) were currently developing an ordinance to address catalytic converter theft, which would resemble the Riverside County ordinance.
Council Member Mallotto congratulated the Cultural Commission on their recent Artist event.
She complimented the marketing department on the 50th anniversary book being distributed to Rancho Mirage residents. She also reported her attendance at the Desert AIDS Project Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards and spoke of the importance of the Desert AIDS Project organization.
Mayor Pro Tem Weill echoed Council Member's Mallotto's comments about the 50th anniversary book and thanked the marketing department. He also provided an update on the Cotino development, including a video highlighting the project.
Council Member Marker thanked the marketing department for the 50th anniversary book and their collaboration with Palm Springs Life.
Council Member O'Keefe congratulated the Community Emergency Preparedness Commission on their recent earthquake preparation event. He shared that every Saturday in April, live entertainment at The River was sponsored by the Community Cultural Commission.
He announced that a family -friendly Pixar concert by CV Symphony would be held on April 20th at the City's amphitheater. Council Member O'Keefe also congratulated two residents on their recent achievements: Richard Ronzello on receiving a 2024 Senior Inspiration Award, and Dr.
Terri Ketover on receiving a Chase Humanitarian Award by Desert AIDS Project.
Mayor Downs spoke regarding the recent Galleri Classic Golf Tournament at Mission Hills, sharing a photo he took with Retief Goosen, winner of the Second Annual Galleri Classic.
He spoke of the Galleri Test, an early cancer detection tool, and the different cancer charities supported by the Galleri Classic. Mayor Downs also provided an update on the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Transportation Committee's recommendation to the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) pertaining to the 2024 Traffic Relief Plan.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS - None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Isaiah Hagerman, City Manager, presented the following Consent Calendar items:
1. Waive Full Reading of All Ordinances Introduced or Adopted Pursuant to this Agenda.
2. Adopt Ordinance No. 1215, 2nd Reading, Repealing Ordinance 860, Deleting Section
17.10.014 (Revenue Generating Uses in Commercial Zoning Districts) from the Rancho Mirage Municipal Code.
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3. Approve March 21, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes.
4. Approve March 25, 2024, Special Meeting Minutes.
5. Approve Extension of Completion Date for Tract Map No. 36809 — Del Webb Rancho Mirage.
6. Approve Contracts.
7. Approve Demands.
Public Comments — None.
Mr. Hagerman announced that Council Members O'Keefe and Mallotto would recuse themselves from consideration of Consent Calendar Item No. 5, due to their residences being in the Del Webb Rancho Mirage community.
MOVED/SECONDED BY WEILUMARKER TO APPROVE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NOS. 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, AND 7, AS PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED 5/0.
MOVED/SECONDED BY WEILUMARKER TO APPROVE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 5 AS PRESENTED. MOTION CARRIED 3/0 (RECUSED: MALLOTTO AND O'KEEFE).
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
8. Palm Springs International Airport Commission Update by Commissioner Keith Young.
Public Comments — None.
Commissioner Young provided an update regarding the Palm Springs Airport including information regarding alternative plans for terminal development and anticipated projects for 2024.
Mayor Pro Tem Weill thanked Mr. Young for his thorough report. He mentioned how convenient it was to be able to park in the waiting area at the airport and asked if that option would be impacted by the new plan.
Mr. Young responded that he was not certain, but he knew the subject waiting location was very much appreciated, and he would take the concern to the commission.
Mayor Downs complimented the new Stay and Play concept and asked if such programs existed and were successful at other airports. He also inquired about the rental car building.
Mr. Young replied that a few effectively operating programs were available at other airports.
He also provided an update on the car rental location.
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Council Member Marker mentioned a recent experience she had at Palm Springs Airport, where one TSA line had a very long wait time, while others were empty. She suggested the issue be addressed, so that lines and passengers were managed more efficiently, as convenience and efficiency were reasons travelers preferred that airport. She noted that local tourism was increasing, and it was important to maintain the intimacy of the airport.
Mr. Young replied that the airport was not built to accommodate the number of passengers currently traveling during high peak season, noting he would relay the suggestion to the Executive Director.
Council Member Mallotto complimented the airport and the commission for expanding to meet the needs of residents and visitors.
ACTION CALENDAR
9. Consider Adopting Resolution No. 2024 -(Next -In -Order), Declaring the City's Intention to Annex Territory to Community Facilities District No. 1 and to Levy a Special Tax therein for Additional Police and Fire Services, Preliminarily Approve a Map of the Area Proposed to be Annexed, and Schedule a Public Hearing to Consider the Annexation and the Levy of Special Tax for Annexation No. 195. (In Connection with Tentative Parcel Map No. TPM 38692 .. Eisenhower MCA Project)
Jacob De La Cruz, Financial Analyst, presented the staff report.
Public Comments — None.
MOVED/SECONDED BY WEILLIMALLOTTO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2024-13 DECLARING THE CITY'S INTENTION TO ANNEX TERRITORY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 1 AND TO LEVY A SPECIAL TAX THEREIN FOR ADDITIONAL POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES,
PRELIMINARILY APPROVE A MAP OF THE AREA PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED, AND
SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ANNEXATION AND THE LEVY OF THE SPECIAL TAX FOR ANNEXATION NO. 195. MOTION CARRIED 510.
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957
Public Employee: City Clerk/Board Secretary
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a)
Designated City Labor Negotiator: Isaiah Hagerman, City Manager Employee Organization: Rancho Mirage Employees Association Colin Kirkpatrick, City Attorney, reported that the City Council would recess into closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding a performance evaluation of the City Clerk/Board Secretary, and a conference with labor negotiator regarding an employee organization, the Rancho Mirage Employees Association.
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RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council, Library and Observatory Board, Housing Authority Board, and the City Council representing the Redevelopment Successor Agency recessed into Closed Session at 2:09 P.M.
RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
Mayor Downs reconvened the meeting at 3:31 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Colin Kirkpatrick, City Attorney, reported that there was no reportable action taken during closed session.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to consider, the meeting of the City Council, Library and Observatory Board, Housing Authority Board, and the City Council representing the Redevelopment Successor Agency was adjourned at 3:32 P.M.
Date Approved by City Council: 4/18/2024
Kristie Ramos, City Clerk
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