2005 08 02 CC Minutes
LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
AUGUST 2, 2005
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of
2:00 p.m. by Mayor Adolph.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Council Members Henderson, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph
Council Member Perkins
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to excuse Council
Member Perkins. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
CLOSED SESSION
1 . Conference with labor negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section
54957.6, Agency Negotiator: Thomas P. Genovese Unrepresented
Employee: Community Services Director.
2. Conference with the City's real property negotiator, Mark Weiss, pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.8 concerning potential terms and
conditions of acquisition and/or disposition of real property located at the
northwest corner of Calle Tampico and Desert Club Drive. Property
Owner/Negotiators: Santa Rosa Plaza, LLC and Embassy Suites La Quinta.
Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency and to Closed Session to and until
the hour of 3:00 p.m.
3:00 P.M.
Mayor Adolph led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Council Member Osborne requested Consent Item No. 16 be moved to Business
Item No.7.
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Council Member Henderson advised she needs to leave the meeting at 5:30 p.m.
for a personal matter but will return at 7:00 p.m.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - None
PRESENTATIONS - None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the City
Council Minutes of July 19, 2005, as submitted. Motion carried with Council
Member Perkins ABSENT.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED AUGUST 2, 2005.
2. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT WITH RTS, INC. TO RE-ROOF FIRE STATION
70.
3. APPROVAL OF A SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY
FOR THE USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
FUNDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS ON CALLE TAMPICO,
AND PUBLIC SERVICE FUNDS FOR THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB-
LA QUINTA UNIT.
4. APPROVAL OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR A PARKING STRATEGY
FOR THE VILLAGE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT.
5. APPROVAL OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE AVENUE 54 PAVEMENT
REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS.
6. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE FINANCE DIRECTOR
AND TWO MEMBERS OF THE INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD TO
ATTEND THE 2005 LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND (LAIF)
CONFERENCE IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA, OCTOBER 6-7, 2005.
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7 . AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE RECREATION
SUPERVISOR AND ONE COMMISSIONER TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA
PARKS AND RECREATION SOCIETY CONFERENCE IN ONTARIO,
CALIFORNIA, MARCH 16-18, 2006.
8. ACCEPTANCE OF EISENHOWER DRIVE STREET IMPROVEMENTS AND
MEDIAN ISLAND LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 2001-02A.
9. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A
FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR TRACT
MAP 33076-1, MADISON CLUB, EAST OF MADISON, LLC. (RESOLUTION
NO. 2005-065)
10. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT EXTENSION WITH TRI-LAKE CONSULTANTS,
INC. TO PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES.
11. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BID THE FISCAL YEAR
2003/2004 TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, PROJECT NO.
2003-15.
12. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BID THE MADISON STREET
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION (AVENUE 54 TO AIRPORT BOULEVARD),
PROJECT NO. 2003-07C.
13. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO.1 FOR STREET SWEEPING
SERVICES.
14. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE PERSONNEL/RISK
MANAGER TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS INSURANCE
AUTHORITY ANNUAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE IN LONG BEACH,
CALIFORNIA, OCTOBER 26-28, 2005.
15. AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
TO TRI-ST A TE LAND SURVEYORS AND CIVIL ENGINEERS FOR
PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEY SERVICES FOR THE WASHINGTON STREET
MEDIAN IMPROVEMENTS (AVENUE 48 TO AVENUE 50), PROJECT NO.
2003-09.
16. SEE BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO.7.
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MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve
the Consent Calendar as recommended and amended with the exception of
Item No. 16 and with Item No. 9 being approved by RESOLUTION NO.
2005-065. Motion carried with Council Member Perkins ABSENT.
BUSINESS SESSION
1 . CONSIDERATION OF CIVIC CENTER CAMPUS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AREA
APPLICATIONS.
City Manager Genovese presented the staff report.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to authorize
the veterans' names to be included on the Veterans Acknowledgment Area,
and the artists' names to be included on the Artists Acknowledgment Area,
and the expenditure of Art in Public Places funds in an amount not to exceed
$10,000 to add the names to the bronze plates. Motion carried with Council
Member Perkins ABSENT.
2. CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANT REQUESTS.
City Manager Genovese presented the staff report.
The following representatives spoke in support of the requests:
Jim Cathcart representing the Riverside County Sheriff Underwater
Search and Recovery Team
Richard DeSantos representing the ACT for Multiple Sclerosis
Patty Neuman representing the Community Blood Bank
Jessica DeSalva representing the La Ouinta High School Dance Team
Beverly Montgomery representing Soroptimist International of
La Guinta/Coachella Valley
Recreation Supervisor Ambriz stated representatives for the Mariachi
Foundation and the La Ouinta High School Cheer Boosters had indicated they
would not be able to attend the meeting.
Council Member Sniff spoke in favor of all the requests.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Genovese clarified the
La Guinta High School Cheer Boosters' request is for $6,145 but the grant
limit is $2,000.
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Council Members Osborne and Henderson and Mayor Adolph all spoke in
support of the grant requests.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to approve the
following Community Services Grant requests from the Special Projects
Contingency Account: Riverside County Sheriff Underwater Search &
Recovery Team, $2,000; ACT for Multiple Sclerosis, $2,000; Community
Blood Bank, $2,000; La Ouinta High School Dpnce Team, $1,000; Mariachi
Foundation of the Desert, $2,000; La Guinta High School Cheer Boosters,
$2,000; and Soroptimist International of La Ouinta/Coachella Valley, $3,712.
Motion carried with Council Member Perkins ABSENT.
At this time, City Manager Genovese invited the Community Development Director
to introduce a new staff member. Community Development Director Evans
introduced Les Johnson, the new Planning Manager, and advised the Community
Development Department is now fully staffed.
3. CONSIDERATION OF INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD 2005/2006 WORK
PLAN.
Finance Director Falconer presented the staff report.
Council Member Henderson asked for clarification on the third bullet point,
"discussion of cash utilization."
Mr. Falconer stated the Board discussed looking at the cash flow analysis
and budgeting for cash flows but the task will probably develop over a period
of time.
Council Member Sniff suggested "cash utilization" be phrased differently.
Mr. Falconer explained it deals somewhat with investment forecasting.
In response to Council Member Osborne, Mr. Falconer stated he believes it
deals with liquidity and longer investments but staff is still trying to
determine where the Board is going with this item. As for the Government
Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs), he stated he doesn't expect any legislation on
that issue in the near future.
Mayor Adolph commented on the work plan being small, and the importance
of making sure everything is being considered.
Council Member Henderson stated she understood this is just a modification
to the existing work plan.
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Mr. Falconer stated the functions of the Board listed in the ordinance will not
change.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Osborne/Sniff to approve the
Investment Advisory Board 2005/2006 Work Plan. Motion carried with
Council Member Perkins ABSENT.
4. CONSIDERATION OF A FUNDING REQUEST BY THE LA QUINTA
PLA YHOUSE.
Mayor Adolph abstained due to a potential conflict of interest and left the
dais.
City Manager Genovese presented the staff report.
In response to Council Member Osborne, Mr. Genovese stated the $50,000
will be taken from the General Fund Reserves if it is approved. He also
confirmed there is a projected surplus of just over $50,000 in this year's
annual budget.
The following representatives of the La Quinta Playhouse spoke regarding
the benefits of the program and urged support of the funding request:
Elaine Reynolds, 49-294 Avenida Vista Bonita
Kae Hammond, 47-940 Via Jardin; also referenced the possibility of in-
kind donations being made for the stage, lighting, and sound
equipment and requested the amount be increased to $52,000 to
cover the $2,000 fee for a conditional use permit
JoAnn Reeves, 78-185 Cortez Lane, Indian Wells
Council Member Osborne commented the six events and 69 showings seem
somewhat aggressive.
Ms. Reeves agreed but indicated they anticipate selling subscription
packages, and are confident they will be able to raise additional funds to go
along with the City's contribution. She indicated they have minimized the
costs as much as possible, and have worked out a schedule of dates with
the Old Town developer. She stated they are supportive of having a variety
of art performances on their stage, and want to establish themselves as a
recognizable theater company in the Valley.
Council Member Osborne inquired about past attendance and how they
expect to raise the balance of their $180,000 budget.
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Ms. Reeves stated their past attendance reached an average capacity of
40%. As for the additional funding, it will come from ticket sales and
corporate sponsors.
Council Member Henderson asked about the capacity seating and the
number of previous weekends involved.
Ms. Reeves indicated the tent they've been using accommodated 150 seats,
and they held 11 performances over four weekends. She stated it takes
time to get established, and they will make cuts if the amount is not
attained.
Council Member Henderson inquired about salary costs and administrative
offices.
Ms. Reeves indicated her salary as artistic director will be $21,000, and the
stage manager will receive $800 per show. Additional paid personnel
include an assistant to the stage manager, costume designers, set designers,
etc. They have no funds at this time for an administrative office, and are
open to suggestions. They will have a kiosk outside the tent for ticket sales,
and will utilize a cell phone for an administrative phone line.
Council Member Henderson commented on how the community has been
moving toward theater arts for sometime, and referenced concerts organized
by the Cultural Arts Commission and Marty Langer. She stated she feels the
new commission may be able to bring these cultural arts under one umbrella.
She is not in favor of moving $15,000 from community special events but is
in favor of supporting this organization with some amount. She noted the
City doesn't waive fees but sometimes provides grants, and she feels the
group should include that in their cost of doing business. She suggested
some flexibility in the $50,000 amount, and indicated she doesn't know
where to take it from except the General Fund Reserves. In reference to a
comment made by one of the representatives, she stated she didn't totally
support the City's recently-approved sponsorship of a golf tournament in the
amount of $180,000.
Council Member Osborne stated he is struggling with the substantial amount
requested, and doesn't want to take it from the General Fund Reserves. He
is not sure enough people will attend the events to justify the dollar amount,
and would like to see some compromise on what seems to be an "all or
nothing" proposal. He stated cutting the amount in half would be doable for
him.
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Mayor Pro Tem Sniff indicated he supports the request, and believes it will
help with business growth in the Village. He is concerned reduction of the
dollar amount might make the events less successful. He stated he supports
the request for $50,000 and taking it from the General Fund Reserves.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Ms. Hammonds stated they are
inviting people to join the organization, and have a varying fee scale for
memberships. She indicated previous admission tickets were $25 but they
are considering an increase to $28, and are considering senior and student
discounts.
Council Member Henderson pointed out the Council has tried to get
organizations to understand the need to be self-sufficient instead of
depending on City funds each year, and voiced concern that approval of
$50,000 this year might lead to a request for a larger amount next year.
She stated she would support $50,000 this year, and feels more activity in
the Village may draw people to the area. She suggested ,looking at the
marketing budget next year because some of the marketing activities have
become somewhat stale and programs such as this and the Arts Foundation
are marketing related.
Council Member Osborne stated he is still struggling with the amount but will
support it in the hope the program will reach out to a wide variety of people
and increase economic development.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Osborne to
authorize staff to negotiate a contract for services with the La Ouinta
Playhouse for Fiscal Year 2005/2006 for an amount not to exceed $50,000.
Motion carried with Council Member Perkins and Mayor Adolph ABSENT.
5. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY CHARTER AND
MUNICIPAL CODE, REPEALING CHAPTER 2. 75 CULTURAL ARTS
COMMISSION; REPEALING CHAPTER 2.95 COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMISSION; AND ADDING CHAPTER 2.85, CREATING THE ARTS,
PARKS, AND RECREATION COMMISSION.
City Clerk Greek presented the staff report.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Ms. Greek stated Ted
Eichelberger has withdrawn his commission application.
Council Member Henderson pointed out that leaves six members for the new
commission, and indicated she feels it's reasonable to establish the new
commission with seven members and to seek someone to fill the vacancy.
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Andrea Gassman, of the Cultural Arts Commission, stated she previously
opposed the consolidation but now supports it, and suggested naming the
new commission "CAPER," standing for "Cultural Arts, Parks, Entertainment,
and Recreation." She noted caper is defined as a "frolicsome leap or spring,
a skip, a jump, as in mirth or dancing."
In response to Mayor Adolph, Ms. Greek stated the commissions are not
currently meeting, and the Cultural Arts Commission does not have enough
members for a quorum.
Mayor Adolph stated he is opposed to the consolidation but would support
moving forward with the commission appointments in Business Item No.6
Council Member Sniff stated he will not support the consolidation, and
doesn't feel it makes sense to make appointments to a committee that
doesn't exist.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Osborne to
continue consideration of an amendment to the Municipal Code regarding the
Community Services and Cultural Arts Commissions to September 6, 2005.
After a brief discussion as to whether or not a motion was necessary, City
Attorney Jenson advised the City Code does not address what action should
be taken if an item continues to be a tie after it has automatically been
continued because of the original tie vote. She indicated a continuance
would be appropriate.
Motion carried with Council Member Perkins ABSENT.
6. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS CITY COMMITTEES
AND COMMISSIONS.
There were no changes to the staff report as submitted and on file in the
City Clerk's Office.
Council Member Osborne stated he has reviewed the applications, and
doesn't feel it's necessary to repeat the interview process.
Council Member Henderson suggested having the applicants come forward
and introduce themselves.
David Thoms provided a brief overview of his qualifications and background.
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City Manager Genovese noted tt'1e other applicant, Tracy Mark Smith, was
told this item would be continued, and therefore is not present.
Council concurred to continue this item to September 6, 2005.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Osborne/Sniff to continue
consideration of appointments to the various City Boards/Committees/
Commissions to September 6, 2005. Motion carried with Council Member
Perkins ABSENT.
7 . CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL PM 10 SERVICES FROM DISC
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR SilverRock RESORT.
(This item was moved from the Consent Calendar.)
Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report.
Council Member Osborne stated he prefers looking at the broader picture
instead of making temporary fixes.
Mr. Jonasson explained the intent is to hydro-seed the dirt areas once they
won't be driven on again.
Council Member Osborne commented on the need to improve the area,
including the removal of construction debris, before the season begins.
Mr. Jonasson stated staff can bring back a schedule at the next meeting for
hydro-seeding, and he commented on the need for long-term stabilization for
PM 1 0 p~rposes. He indicated construction debris is being cleaned up as
contracts end but there are still three active contracts at this time.
Council Member Sniff stated he feels PM 1 0 will be a lingering problem and
several solutions might be in order.
Mayor Adolph noted dust control on the project has improved a lot.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Osborne/Sniff to approve
additional PM 10 services from DISC Construction Services in an amount not
to exceed $115,920 for SilverRock Resort. Motion carried with Council
Member Perkins ABSENT.
STUDY SESSION - None
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REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Palm Springs Desert Resorts Convention & Visitors Authority - Council Member
Henderson referenced the availability of copies of the Agency's updated policies
and procedures, requested the Council's written comments on the report and
recommendations from the adhoc reorganization committee that will be the focus
of the CV A's August 16th meeting.
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Council Member Henderson also spoke about the potential of having presentations
made by the Imperial Irrigation District and Coachella Valley Water District as it
relates to their future capacities.
Council Member Henderson left the dais at this time, as she had previously
indicated.
CV AG Executive Committee - Mayor Adolph stated the Coachella Valley
Conservation Commission issue has been continued until September in order for
more information to be provided.
Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport Authority - Council Member Osborne
reported their marketing budget has been approved, and they will be asking the
members for the original $10,000 plus another $10,000 for the air show. He
indicated the bulk of the marketing budget in the future will be for the annual air
show. They are also considering a classic car race the week after the air show.
League of California Cities - Mayor Adolph gave a brief report on the recent
League meeting in Monterey.
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All other reports were noted and filed.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1-B. BRUCE LEE MEMORIAL HIGHWAY AND SAFETY OFFICERS' MEMORIAL
DEDICATION CEREMONIES.
Council concurred to hold the Safety Officers' Memorial Dedication
immediately following the Bruce Lee Memorial Highway Ceremony on
October 14, 2005. A reception will be held in the courtyard at City Hall.
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City Attorney Jenson referenced a memo/report distributed by the City Manager
regarding approval at the last meeting of an emergency contract for construction of
the SilverRock Resort Mountain Drainage Improvements. She advised the City
Manager is required to provide an update at all subsequent Council meetings until
the work is completed, and the circumstances surrounding the emergency no
longer exists.
City Manager Genovese stated the update is contained in the City Manager's
Department Report, and future updates will be included under Department Reports
at each meeting until the work is completed.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
1 . DISCUSSION REGARDING ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS.
Mayor Adolph stated he feels the City should take the lead in La Guinta for
energy and water conservation during the summer months. He suggested
taking a look at the timing on various water pumps for the water features on
City property to see what can be done to promote water and electrical
conservation.
City Manager Genovese stated staff will need to come back with a report on
that issue, and noted there is some aesthetic value to consider in some of
the waterfalls, such as the two City entrance monuments that are lighted at
night.
Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency meeting.
Council reconvened and recessed to Closed Session to and until 7:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
The City Council meeting was reconvened with no decisions being made in Closed
Session which require reporting pursuant to Section 54957.1 of the Government
Code (Brown Act). .
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
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PRESENTATIONS
The Mayor and Council Members presented art awards to the following YMCA
students whose artwork has been displayed at City Hall:
Alayna Abernathy
Leana Alvarez
Thomas Alvarez
Tristan Baker
Hillary Barrigan
Nadia Baylon
Maya Bickman,
Thomas Branconier
Angelina Bridgeford
Kimberly Brown
Hailey Buttles
Kayla Castillo
Breanna Chavarria
Mackenzie Collier
Allee Comer
Haylee Comer
Maritza Cubillas
Mason Dall
Sterling Dall
Gabrielle Esquivel
Natalee Ferrin
Kristyan Figueroa
Brianna Fisher
Kaitlin Fisher
Sandra Flores
Guentin Gray
Bianka Gudino
Zakary Hellawell
Joshua Hernandez
Kiara Jackson
Dasmine Spears-Jordan
Jasmine Spears-Jordan
Derrick Kinsey
Tristan Kirkpatrick
Wyatt Lange
Michael Lavery
Ben Lopez
Robert Lopez
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. PUBLIC HEARING OF AN ORDINANCE ADDING CHAPTER 14.32 TO THE
LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE AND SETTING THE FEE FOR AN ANNUAL
EXTRALEGAL LOAD HAUL PERMIT.
Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:18 p.m.
Ken Wood, 81-385 Avenida Coyote, Indio, spoke in support of the
ordinance.
There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING
CLOSED at 7:20 p.m.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to take up
Ordinance No. 421 by title and number only and waive further reading.
Motion carried unanimously.
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ORDINANCE NO. 421
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINT A,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 14.32 REGARDING ANNUAL EXTRALEGAL
LOAD PERMITS AND SPECIAL EXTRALEGAL LOAD PERMITS TO THE
LA QUINT A, CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL CODE.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to introduce Ordinance
No. 421 on first reading. Motion carried with the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Council Members Henderson, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph
None
None
Council Member Perkins
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members
Sniff/Henderson to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
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JUNE S. GREEK, City Clerk
City of La Ouinta, California