2017 05 10 FAC MinutesCALL TO ORDER
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 1
FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 2017
A regular meeting of the La Quinta Financial Advisory Commission was called to order
at 4:03 p.m. by Chairperson Batavick.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Johnson, Rosen, and Chairperson Batavick
Commissioners Turbow and Mills
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Johnson led the audience in the pledge of allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Mark Johnson, La Quinta — introduced himself and inquired why
Silverrock revenues in January were less than in February.
Finance Director Campos explained it was due to the rain and subsequent closure of
the Golf course.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - Confirmed
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
1. APPROVE INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD (IAB) MINUTES OF MARCH 27, 2017
Chairperson Batavick said the contingency date of June 21 under Department Report
Item No. 5 - Update on Fiscal Year 2017/18 Budget Process, should be amended to
state May 10, June 8, and June 12. The last paragraph on page 2 shall be amended to
read:
"The Board requested an opportunity to review the budget before it is presented
to Council for adoption at the June 20 Council meeting. Staff noted the Board
has a regular meeting scheduled for May 10, and could schedule special
meetings as a contingency for June 8 and/or 12."
Motion - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Rosen/Johnson to
approve Consent Calendar Item No. 1, as amended. Motion passed: ayes 3, absent 2
(Turbow and Mills).
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2. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED JANUARY 31,
2017
3. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED FEBRUARY
28, 2017
Finance Director Campos presented the staff reports on Consent Calendar Item Nos. 2
and 3, which are on file in the Finance Department.
Motion - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Johnson/Rosen to
approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 2 and 3, as submitted. Motion passed: ayes 3,
absent 2 (Turbow and Mills).
BUSINESS SESSION
1. DISCUSS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR OTHER POST -EMPLOYMENT BENEFIT
(OPEB) TRUST FUND MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND SELECT TWO
COMMISSIONERS FOR THE REVIEW AND SELECTION COMMITTEE
Finance Director Campos presented the staff report, which is on file in the Finance
Department and presented the timeline and process of the Request for Proposals (RFP)
for an OPEB Trust Fund.
Staff requested that two Commissioners serve on the selection committee for the RFP
for an OPEB Trust Fund. Commissioner Rosen volunteered and Commissioner Johnson
said she would not be available. Staff said they would reach out to the Commissioners
who were not in attendance at the meeting and seek their assistance.
Motion - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Johnson/Rosen to
approve the RFP as recommended. Motion passed: ayes 3, absent 2 (Turbow and
Mills).
2. APPROVE FISCAL YEAR 2017/18 INVESTMENT POLICY
Financial Services Analyst Hallick presented the staff report, which is on file in the
Finance Department.
Motion - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Johnson/Rosen to
approve fiscal year 2017/18 Investment Policy as recommended. Motion passed: ayes
3, absent 2 (Turbow and Mills).
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STUDY SESSION
1. FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION AD HOC ACTIVITIES
Finance Director Campos presented the staff report, which is on file in the Finance
Department.
General discussion followed regarding the Commission's fiscal year 2017/18 ad-hoc
duties and timeline. The Commission suggested that this item be brought back for
review and consideration in July after all seven members are selected.
2. FISCAL YEAR 2017/18 PROPOSED BUDGET
Finance Director Campos presented the staff report, which is on file in the Finance
Department.
The Commission discussed revenue projections; increase of Transient Occupancy Tax
revenues; overall expenditures, including rising public safety costs; ongoing
negotiations between the City and Riverside County Sheriff's Department; potential
use of Measure G funds for public safety services; the proposed Capital Improvement
Projects and related funding; and Wellness Center memberships.
The Commission expressed support of the fiscal year 2017/18 budget as proposed.
Finance Director Campos noted the Commission might have to schedule special
meetings on June 8 and 12 to review the budget before it is presented to Council for
consideration on June 20.
City Attorney Ihrke went over recently adopted ordinance for Transient Occupancy
Taxes.
3. DISCUSS PROJECTS TO INCLUDE IN THE 2017/18 THROUGH 2021/22 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP)
Principal Engineer Wimmer presented the staff report, which is on file in the Finance
Department.
Commissioners discussed triple left turns; drainage improvements; a round -a -bout
versus a traffic signal at Jefferson Street and Avenue 53; criteria and reimbursement
of the 5.7 million to pay Development Reimbursement Agreement obligations;
medians; Fritz Burns' pool improvements; the pavement management plan, and ; the
Active Transportation program Grants.
The Commission expressed support of the 2017/18 through 2021/22 CIP as presented.
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DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
1. FOURTH QUARTER 2016 (OCTOBER - DECEMBER) SALES TAX UPDATE FOR THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA
Financial Services Analyst Hallick presented the staff report, which is on file in the
Finance Department.
CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL - None
BOARD MEMBERS' ITEMS - None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners
Johnson/Rosen to adjourn this meeting at 6:28 p.m. Motion passed: ayes 3, absent 2
(Turbow and Mills).
Respectfully submitted,
Jessica Delgado, Management Assistant
City of La Quinta, California
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