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2007 05 01 CC Minutes LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 1, 2007 A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of 3:00 p.m. by Mayor Adolph. PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Henderson, Kirk, Osborne, Sniff, Mayor Adolph None PUBLIC COMMENT - None CLOSED SESSION 1. Conference with the City's legal counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c) - Initiation of litigation (one matter). Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency and to Closed Session to and until the hour of 4:00 p.m. 4:00 P.M. Mayor Adolph led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT Earl Greif, 8 Deerfield Court, Rancho Mirage, informed the Council about the building of a'Tolerance Center, and explained the programs, classes and exhibits offered by the Center; requested the City to support the facility with a $25,000 grant. Joe Broido, 77-510 Calle Nogales, spokesman for Concerned Citizens for an Accurate Analysis (CCAAI, a new organization established to discuss issues with the City regarding the annexation of VSR. City Manager Genovese stated staff is willing to meet and discuss the issues with CCAA and provide any public documents relating to the annexation. City Council Minutes 2 May 1, 2007 Bonnie Wall, 78-0275 Main Street, and Paula Greyber, received warning notices regarding displaying merchandise outside the store in Old Town and questioned the violation. Anna Lisa Mervins, stated the businesses in Old Town La Quinta need any incentive to draw customers into the stores during the summer months. Council Member Kirk stated he has received emails from other merchants in Old Town regarding code violations; requested staff interprets the code in some way, and consider if the big merchants are being treated differently than the small businesses. City Manager Genovese stated staff will report back to the Council regarding this matter and clarify if advertising outside businesses is addressed in the code. Council Member Sniff stated the City is supportive of the businesses an.d it is . desired to be helpful while considering the safety issues of displaying merchandise outside the business. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - Confirmed ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Adolph thanked the Community Services Department for the outstanding efforts in making the 25th anniversary events successful. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Adolph presented a proclamation to Guy Bishop, representing the Riverside County Probation Department, in honor of their centennial year. * * * * * * * * * * Shane Walton, representing the California Wild Heritage Campaign, gave a brief presentation regarding the California Desert and Mountain Heritage Act. Council Member Henderson stated Mr. Walton is here representing Mr. Gary Hunt, who was unable to attend the meeting. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Walton confirmed the property discussed is already in the hands of a government agency and explained a section City Council Minutes 3 May 1, 2007 near Joshua Tree is targeted as potential wilderness area. TH - clarified the property is already in the hands in some government agency. Mr. Walton confirmed none of the property discussed is adjacent to La Quinta, in response to Mayor Adolph. Mayor Adolph stated habitat approval will maintain a certain level of rural living. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE FROM LAUREN PETERSON, DATED APRIL 19, 2007, REGARDING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES AT DESERT CLUB ESTATES. Lauren Peterson, responded to the City's communication. Council Member Kirk stated it is his understanding that the feasibility of undergrounding utilities will be addressed when discussing next years budget. Public Works Jonasson stated he has spoken with Mr. Mark Weber regarding this issue, is currently reviewing the feasibility and report back to the Council. Council Member Kirk suggested this issue be discussed with liD. Council Member Henderson stated she spoke with Mr. Weber and Peterson on this issue; this matter is not supported by the public; suggested to conduct a feasibility study of the cost. Public Works Director Jonasson stated he was not employed with the City when the residents of Westward Ho requested undergrounding utilities, in response to Mayor Adolph. Council Member Henderson stated the City has a basis to start in reviewing the cost for undergrounding. Council Member Sniff stated staff can obtain an indication of the cost with the information derived from 5 years ago. Mayor Adolph stated at that time there were two issues dealt with; sewer and undergrounding. City Council Minutes 4 May 1, 2007 Ms. Peterson requested joint participation from the Council. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the City Council Minutes of April 17, 2007, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED MAY 1, 2007. 2. APPROVAL OF A FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION RECYCLING GRANT. 3. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR A FISCAL YEAR 2006/2007 MOBILE SOURCE AIR POLLUTION REDUCTION REVIEW COMMITTEE CLEAN TRANSPORTATION FUNDING PROGRAM GRANT FOR PURCHASE OF A TYMCO MODEL 600 CNG REGENERATIVE STREET SWEEPER OR APPROVED EQUAL, AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR STREET SWEEPER OPERATION FUNDING. (RESOLUTION NO. 2007-038) 4. APPROVAL. OF A ONE-YEAR CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR THE PARK LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES CONTRACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008. - REMOVED 5. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A FINAL MAP AND SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR TRACT MAP 32751, CITRUS EL DORADO, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2007-039) 6. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO REAFFIRM THE CITY'S ADOPTION OF THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT FOR CSA 152, AUTHORIZE RIVERSIDE COUNTY TO CONTINUE TO LEVY ASSESSMENTS, AND INDEMNIFY AND HOLD THE COUNTY HARMLESS FOR LEVYING ASSESSMENTS ON CITY PARCELS UNDER CSA 152. (RESOLUTION NO. 2007-040) 7. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION OF ON-SITE AND OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARCEL MAP 31116, CENTRE POINTE. (RESOLUTION NO. 2007-041) 8.. DENIAL OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FILED BY RJT HOMES-CODORNIZ, LLC - DATE OF LOSS: FEBRUARY 27, 2007. City Council Minutes 5 May 1, 2007 9. APPROVAL OF A FRANCHISE FEE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH TIME WARNER CABLE. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended with Item Nos. 3 and 5-7 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 2007-038 through 2007-041 respectively. Motion carried unanimously. BUSINESS SESSION 1. CONSIDERATION OF THE SIL VERROCK RESORT 2007/2008 ANNUAL PLAN. Community Services Director Hylton presented the staff report. In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Randy Duncan stated there is no restriction on resident guests, however they are limited to a three-day advance notice; and explained the rates as follows: July - September $55 during the week, $65 on weekends, and guest pay 20% off the rate. Mr. Duncan further explained additional expenses would be anticipated annually if the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic was played at the SilverRock Resort. In response to Council Member Kirk, Mr. Duncan explained there is no difference between weekday and weekend pricing, whether it is a Monday, Friday or Saturday; and stated a rate comparison has been conducted and conveyed the anticipation of improvement next year. Community Services Director Hylton explained Landmark is maintaining the entry landscaping, in response to Council Member Osborne. In response to Council Member Osborne, Mr. Duncan explained the green fees and clubs are included in the fee per round; and stated 49,000 rounds are anticipated for this year. Community Services Director Hylton confirmed the net loss LO - referred to first page of SR net lost could potentially be a negative $563,000, in response to Council Member Osborne. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Duncan explained the capacity of people to play on the course depends on the time of year and weather. City Council Minutes 6 May 1, 2007 Council Member Sniff conveyed his concerns of monetary loss without any assurances of receiving the Bob Hope Classic; stated weather is a major factor; figures are still not certain; and questioned why the Resort doesn't welcome business owners to the course. In response to Council Member Sniff, City Manager Genovese explained the Resort continues to accommodate the request to play for residents; and the Resort would experience a larger loss if enabled business owners to play at a discounted rate. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Duncan explained the maintenance of the entrance way of the Resort is provided by Landmark in includes planting flowers, trimming trees, etc.; and explained the purchase of a walk- in refrigerator will be utilized for overflow in the restaurant and stated the clubhouse restaurant is the only restaurant without a walk-in refrigerator in the area. Mr. Duncan explained the restaurant will be experiencing a loss but the Resort is hopeful a small profit will be made next fiscal year with the increase of events and weddings; and explained prepaid cards will not be implemented at this time and stated there is no advantage to switching the nines at this time, in response to Mayor Adolph. In response to Mayor Adolph, Mr. Duncan explained the aeration is necessary in order to have the rough down and will help with the transition and potential problems in the area; Mr. Willie Lopez, Golf Superintendent, further explained the reasons for use of aeration and that it will last about 10 years. Mr. Duncan stated the course must close the Sunday before through Saturday for the Bob Hope Classic per the contract; explained if the Classic is not played at SilverRock, the funds budgeted will not be expended, except for the purchase of four, walk mowers and trailers at the cost of $29,000; and stated a supplementary expense would include the planting of flowers twice a years, in response to Mayor Adolph. In response to Council Member Kirk, Mr. Duncan stated a 20% discount of the resident guest rate would increase play; explained the Resort would have problems accommodating players if the discount were to be extended to business owners and employees of businesses; and stated the Resort has the potential to increase rounds from now to summer time. City Council Minutes 7 May 1, 2007 Council Member Kirk requested the details of play at the Resort be reviewed by the SilverRock Resort Subcommittee prior to Council consideration. City Manager Genovese stated direction has been given to staff to present informational items only to the Subcommittee and explained items which may be delayed be presented to the Council directly. Council Member Henderson explained that when the Subcommittee was formed, it was clear nothing would be held up that needed to be brought before the Council; stated she is comfortable with the question asked at this time; believes no harm in asking; explained the more we discount the more we have full play, and will look at the budget; stated the course is maxed out during the high season, but summer is a challenge; stated she came out yesterday and managed to play the 15th. Council Member Sniff stated the Council decided the Subcommittee would have no decision making power when it was created; and questioned how long it takes to playa round. Mr. Duncan stated at an average it takes 4 % hours, beginning at 7:00 a.m. and the last round starting at 3:30 p.m. at this time of the year, which includes 230 golfers at 7 to 8 minute tee time intervals; and explained the largest group to play is 5 with the majority being 4. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Duncan explained the installation of lighting on the course would be cost prohibitive, and state none of the courses on the PGA Tour in Southern California have lighting. In response to Council Member Osborne, Mr. Duncan explained the marketing budget proposed for this year is the same amount proposed last year, but seems less due to the Council appropriating additional funds to last year's budget amount; and explained Landmark is currently ahead of the budget at about $250,000 or better. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Kirk to approve the SilverRock Resort Annual Plan as submitted by Landmark Golf Management, LLC. Motion carried unanimously. 2. CONSIDERATION OF CHANGES TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANT REQUEST PROCESS. Community Services Director Hylton presented the staff report. City Council Minutes 8 May 1, 2007 Council Member Henderson stated the line items in the budget should include the Arts Foundation and the Chamber of Commerce as contracted services, and questioned the amount for the Jacqueline Cochran Air Show; and stated the following organizations' requests should be made by application: Soroptimist, La Quinta Playhouse, American Red Cross, CS learning Center, and Polo. Council Member Henderson conveyed her support to establishing a review board, and envisions it being made up of 5-7 people who review the contract requests, but is challenged why cannot have a committee without following the Brown Act. City Attorney Jenson explained the committee must adhere to the Brown Act as it would be a committee that has additional members along with Council Members, in response to Council Member Henderson; and explained an ad hoc committee could be established with only two members of the City Council. Council Member Sniff conveyed his opposition to establishing an ad hoc committee to review the applications for grant requests; stated he sees no value in establishing the committee and will not surrender his vote. Council Member Sniff further stated there are only two issues to consider, whether to increase the total amount of budget amount and to raise the grant amount to $5,000, in which the power remains with the City Council. Mayor Adolph stated the review of applications by an ad hoc committee would save time at a Council meeting and they would be limited to a certain number. Council Member Kirk stated he agreed with Council Member Henderson's comment in that there is a little slippery slope of economics as once an application is approved, it becomes a line item in the budget; thanked Community Development Director Hylton for coming back with a report; stated improvements to the procedure can be made; conveyed his support in reviewing applications on a quarterly basis; supports the increase of the budget amount to $100,000; conveyed his concerns of the time of lengthy presentations and the attachment of IRS documents to the application and stated the suggestion to establish an ad hoc committee was intended to streamline the process where two Council Members review and make recommendations; suggested changes be made to the application form. Community Services Director Hylton stated staff does feel they are authorized or qualified in removing attachments from the application. City Council Minutes 9 May 1, 2007 Council Member Osborne stated he supports the increase of the budget amount to $100,000 and to limiting line items in the budget; requested to review other requests each year; agreed to establish an ad hoc committee as the City Council will vote on the approval and suggested Council Member Sniff be appointed as one of the members on the ad hoc committee; and stated he supports the increase of the grant amount from $2,000 to $5,000. Council Member Sniff stated he has dealt with the Arts Foundation and the Chamber of Commerce for 21 years and had to fight for funding so many times, and further stated these requests should be made as permanent line items in the budget, as well as the Air Show; stated he is not sure whether there is value in establishing the Date Festival as a line item, otherwise all others' requests are fair game; stated he will not participate as a member of the ad hoc committee and does not support establishing it; conveyed his disappointment that the Council feels they don't have enough time to review the requests; and commended Community Services Director Hylton fdr an excellent job in reporting the issues of this matter. Council Member Osborne questioned the suggestion of limiting grants to $5,000 and how it will impact large item requests. Council Member Sniff suggested large items should be considered in a different manner. Council Member Henderson stated a budget must be established somehow if going to consider in a different manner. Mayor Adolph stated not all of the $100,000 budget amount has to be spent and that grant awards can be less than $5,000; stated these amounts are established as guidelines for budgeting purposes; conveyed his support to establishing an ad hoc committee and the Council can observe if the process is working and saving time at Council meetings. Council Member Henderson stated she understands the concern of the amount of paperwork submitted with an application and explained many organizations prepare a report once a year to be prepared for submitting applications; stated the Council has worked long and hard on establishing the required documentation submitted with an application which is good financial responsibility; suggested to establish a cover form indicating receipt of paperwork on file and available for review instead of being included in the agenda packet. City Manager Genovese stated the suggestion of keeping the backup material on file in the Community Services Department would be feasible. City Council Minutes 10 May 1, 2007 Council Member Henderson further conveyed her support to continue the two-year restriction which keeps the organizations from coming each and every year; stated $10,000 for the Air Show, $5,000 for the Date Festival, and the Soap Box Derby should stay as line items in the budget; and suggested organizations submitting a letter of request at a Council meeting should be required to complete an application and file with staff to be considered. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Henderson to change the Community Services Grant Process to add $100,000 to the budget; decision made quarterly; $5,000 maximum amount; ad hoc committee established, with Council Members Osborne and Henderson; continue with two-year restriction; application process be evaluated; line items as La Quinta Arts Foundation, Chamber of Commerce, Riverside County Date Festival. Greater Coachella Valley Soap Box Derby, and Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport Air Show. Motion carried 4-1 with Council Member Sniff dissenting. City Attorney Jenson stated for the record the ad hoc committee is being established to review applications for the first quarter only. City Manager Genovese clarified the GPA amending for the Jacquelyn Cochran Regional Airport Air Show would remain as a line item in the budget. The City Council concurred. STUDY SESSION 1. DISCUSSION OF VILLAGE PARKING AND PARKING ENFORCEMENT. Community Development Director Evans presented the staff report. Leslie Lochen, Manager of Old Town La Quinta, suggested enforcement of parking not be limited to Avenida La Fonda but also on Avenida Estado; stated 8 to 10 employees park on Avenida Estado; questioned the use of the awning constructed on the city parking lot; stated employees are discouraged to utilize the lot due to the loitering of the day laborers; suggested enforcement be made between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a two hour limit during business hours; stated the day laborers utilize the restrooms in Old Town; and additional police patrols has been requested. Council Member Sniff suggested installing portable restrooms at the parking lot to alleviate the situation; and establishing a designated parking area for those employees handling money. City Council Minutes 11 May 1, 2007 The City Council recessed at 6:33 p.m. and reconvened at 7:00 p.m. 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENT - None PRIESENT A TIONS The Mayor and Council Members presented art awards to the following students of Truman Elementary School whose artwork has been displayed at City Hall: Andrea Aguilar Alec Archer Tri:~tan Baker Kaylea Barrett Amanda Cardinal Cody Cross Dominic DeAnda Daniel Fisher Aliyah Fullen Katelynn Gilbert Logan Hunter Jassmin Luevana Ethan McClain Ally McDaniel Dalton Murphy Robbie Ralph Logan Shirley PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008 THROUGH 2011/2012 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 33445(a). Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report. Mayor Adolph stated a second letter has been submitted by St. Francis of Assisi Church; stated he met with Mr. Ward, who stated the request must go to an advisory board of St. Francis of Assisi Church for approval and he also questioned what kind of participation will be made by the City; and stated the sooner the church receives the information, the sooner they can present to the board. In response to Mayor Adolph, Public Works Director Jonasson stated it is necessary for staff to review the drainage design to calculate any mitigated costs, and will report back to the City Council for modification; and stated staff continues to communicate with the church on this matter. City Council Minutes 12 May 1, 2007 In response to Council Member Henderson, Public Works Director Jonasson stated that particular improvement is not subject to DIF reimbursement and the City is not collecting fees on this particular project. City Manager Genovese stated funding can be allocated from various alternatives such as the General Fund, any other grant funds that do not have a specific project assigned, or any other funding source available, in response to Council Member Henderson. In response Council Member Osborne, Public Works Director Jonasson confirmed the new traffic signal at Fred Waring Drive and Palm Royale Drive is included in the CIP, funding is available to build the signal and Palm Royale is able to contribute 25% of the cost; and the City may condition the developer to pay their portion if the project is approved next year. Community Development Director Evans stated the signal project has been submitted for staff review and is not anticipated to be brought before the Council for several months; stated it is not expected to expend funds during the 2008/09 Fiscal Year, in response to Council Member Osborne. City Attorney Jenson stated the City cannot condition the developer prior to submitting the project, but the developer may voluntarily agree to commit to the cost. In response to Council Member Osborne, Public Works Director Jonasson explained the division of payments as: School District - 25%, Developer - 25%, and City - 50%. City Attorney Jenson stated it is a challenge to retroactively charge the developer after the fact of the installation of the signal, in response to Council Member Henderson. In response to Council Member Henderson, City Attorney Jenson stated that only a portion of the cost has been included in the DIF. Public Works Director Jonasson explained that the City has assumed the developer on the north half of the street would contribute to the traffic signal. City Attorney Jenson stated there has been circumstances where a loan was created and paid from the DIF. Engineering Consultant Nick Nickerson, explained the DIF is set up to taking a citywide impact and looking at traffic signals, where 50% will be collected from developers and the other 50% will be collected from the direct impact of the development; and further stated not sure the City can charge 100% of the signal in the DIF or install it without readdressing every other signal installed. City Council Minutes 13 May 1, 2007 In response to Council Member Henderson, Community Development Director Evans explained Mr. Meyer is the owner of the property, and cannot commit until after the project is entitled and stated staff will request if he would agree to reimburse the costs when the project is entitled. In response to Council Member Henderson, City Attorney Jenson stated the agreement would be they would not pay until there are entitlements on the property. Community Development Director Evans explained if they were to sell this property, the new property owners would know they have to build the signal. Public Works Director Jonasson, stated another possible option is the City can get the dedication of the property, another safe routes to school application can be tried and work closely with the School District. In response to Council Member Henderson, Public Works Jonasson stated the City is including the overlay of Avenue 58 in the operating budget. Engineering Consultant Nickerson, stated the City had collected DIF prior to Washington Street being widened; the sound study is indicating to complete certain project first; stated staff has issued an RFP for a sound wall study and have received four and are currently reviewing and will bring to the City Council next month, in response to Council Member Henderson. Mayor Adolph stated he would rather spend the money to just do the wall instead of another study. In response to Council Member Kirk, Engineering Consultant Nickerson stated the City could hire an engineer to make a recommendation on building the sound wall. In response to Mayor Adolph, Engineering Consultant Nickerson stated staff is unsure if there is a need to demolish or enhance the existing wall; Public Works Director Jonasson stated the 2002 Sound Study recommended the solution to build an additional wall at Laguna De LaPaz. Council Member Sniff suggested the City should go ahead to do the study. In response to Mayor Adolph, Public Works Director Jonasson stated the City is close to ending the installation of handicap ramps and explained some of the funding is being utilized to install handicap ramps mid-block on Calle Tampico. City Council Minutes 14 May 1, 2007 The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:01 p.m. Anita Froidigan, La Quinta, stated high levels of sound from Washington are impeding the ability to enjoy her backyard and is unable to sell her home due to the noise factor. There being no other requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:02 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-042 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008 THROUGH 2011/2012 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 33445(a) AND CONSENTING TO THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS. It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Osborne to adopt Resolution No. 2007-042 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. 2. PUBLIC HEARING ON LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1, FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008. Council Member Osborne stated 25% of those that do use City parks don't live in La Quinta. The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:04 p.m. There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 8:04 p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 2007-043 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008 LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1 (PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPE & LIGHTING ACT OF 1972. It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to adopt Resolution No. 2007-043 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. City Council Minutes 15 May 1, 2007 The City Council took up the Study Session item and continued discussion. STUDY SESSION (CONTINUED) 1. DISCUSSION OF VILLAGE PARKING AND PARKING ENFORCEMENT. Council Member Osborne stated the struggle is to police two hour parking on La Fonda and Calle Estado, and questioned if possible to installed parking meters and if Old Town would look into possibly provide monitoring of the parking. Council Member Sniff stated there is a better way to go than parking meters; and stated he remembers when Indio installed meters; not sure it's the answer. Council Member Henderson stated her experience has been the association of parking meters are a death to downtown communities, and still have to have an officer to enforce; stated the parking time limit can be monitored without meters; stated the Village is not big enough for parking meters; conveyed her disappointed in the cooperation of the employees, business owners; wish had done a business improvement district and could have monitored themselves; absolutely address problem with the City parking lot issue; must handle the day laborer problem; initial reaction is to oppose the two-hour parking limitation. Council Member Kirk stated it is a good sign we are talking about a parking problem in the Village; safety front needs to be looked at regarding the day laborer problem; suggested to have some conveniences added at the City parking lot and discuss at a future meeting; conveyed his support for the two-hour parking limit, where employees are encouraged to open parking for customers, and stated there is a need for more communication and enforcement from the City; would not afford full-time enforcement and encouraged the Old Town to establish a business improvement district to help subsi<;lize parking enforcement. Mayor Adolph stated it is interesting the City Council was part of the problem, and the business owners stated there would be no room for parking; the City Council agreed and reduced the number of cars required; also reduced the mandatory minimum of parking stalls with Wells; firmly believe not just the City's responsibility but also the businesses; need to resolve the day laborer problem; and evening security for employees; stated City Council Minutes 16 May 1, 2007 the City and businesses must work together to resolve the problem; need to be aware of what is needed in the future. Council Member Henderson questioned if the City can help facilitate the meeting with Old Town. Community Development Director Evans replied by stating it is a good idea to sit down with Old Town representatives and some of the merchants to discuss the issue. Ms. Lochen stated this is just not a problem with the business owners in Old Town but also the other businesses surrounding; regards to the day laborers and location, one way to enforce is to bring code compliance closer to them and suggested to move the location to Calle Tampico for better regulation by code compliance. REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS CV AG Homelessness Committee - Council Member Osborne reported there were only 200 people available to conduct the count of homeless in the Valley and stated La Quinta was not included in the census; stated a mental health court will be established. CVAG Human & Community Resources Committee - Council Member Osborne reported they are putting together a Workforce Housing Summit shortly. CV AG Executive Committee - Mayor Adolph reported the local cities approved to allow the City's name over the interchange overpass in each city, but each city must pay for it. SunUne Transit Agency - Mayor Adolph reported received a short range report and came up with the Coachella Valley taxi study. * * * * * * * * * * * * * All other reports were noted and filed. DEPARTMENT REPORTS - None MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS 1. DISCUSSION REGARDING TRAFFIC ON AVENIDA FERNANDO. Council Member Osborne stated he has been made aware of the truck traffic problem at the La Quinta Resort, and understands there is some legal action. City Council Minutes 17 May 1, 2007 City Attorney Jenson stated the City has some control relating to noise and safety issues; have received noise complaints from the construction; stated they are involved in litigation and the case has not been set for trial, the suit relates to the hotel is overburdening the use of the street. City Manager Genovese stated the City can get involved regarding certain safety issues; moving violations; and stated noise is difficult to enforce. In response to Council Member Osborne, City Attorney Jenson stated there has been some allegation to noise created while at the loading docks, but that's something the City could investigate; the City cannot bar trucks from the street as it is a privately owned street. Mayor Adolph stated the construction is bringing in too big of a truck on the street; must limit the size of the truck to have access to the street. Council Member Osborne questioned if the City included language in the specific plan regarding this issue. Community Development Director Evans stated the Hotel indicated they may have a solution by designating a truck route to keep traffic off of Avenida Fernando, but the Hotel has not submitted a plan to the City as of yet. Council Member Kirk conveyed his concern the State is taking a left turn on the restoration planning efforts, the State of Ca is doing everything to reduce the Salton Sea; and suggested, with the consensus of the Council, to have staff work with him and schedule for a future meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. ;~UIlY sUb~itted, ~RONICA J. NTECINO, City Clerk City of La Q . ta, California