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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
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The Regular Meeting to be held in the Session Room at the
La Quinta City Hall, 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California
June 20, 2002
3:00 P.M.
Beginning Minute Motion 2002-014
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
II. PUBLIC COMMENT
This is the time set aside for citizens to address the Historic Preservation
Commission on matters relating to historic resources within the City of La Quinta
which are not Agenda items. When addressing the Historic Preservation
Commission, please state your name and address and when discussing matters
pertaining to prehistoric sites, do not disclose the exact location of the site(s) for
their protection.
III. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. Approval of the regular Minutes for the meeting of May 16, 2002.
V. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Historical/Archaeological and Paleontological Resources Report ITT 30487)
Applicant: Santa Rosa Developers
Archaeological Consultant: CRM TECH (Bruce Love, Principal)
B. Phase II Historical Study for Tentative Parcel Map 30550
Applicant: Dutch Parent N.V.
Archaeological Consultant: Archaeological Advisory Group (James Brock,
RPA)
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C. A Phase I Cultural Resources Assessment of Tentative Tract 30521, a 43.45
Acre Parcel
Applicant: Lido Equity Partners
Archaeological Consultant: Archaeological Associates (Laura S. White)
D. A Phase I Cultural Resources Inventory for the Quarry Ranch Development
(TT 305611
Applicant: Dean Palumbo, The Keith Companies for Winchester Development
Archaeological/Historic Consultant: The Keith Companies (David Smith)
VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL:
VII. COMMISSIONER ITEMS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
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HPGAGENDA
MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING
A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall Session Room
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA
May 16, 2002
This meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission was called to order by Chairman
Maria Puente at 3:02 p.m. who led the flag salute and asked for the roll call.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance.
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Present: Commissioners Irwin, Mitchell, Sharp, Wright, and Chairman
Puente.
Staff Present: Principal Planner Stan Sawa, Secretary Betty Sawyer
and Secretary Lynda Kerney.
II. PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
III. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA: Confirmed.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. It was moved and seconded by Commissioners Wright/Sharp to approve
the Minutes of April 18, 2002, as submitted. Commissioners approved.
V. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Historic/Archaeological Resources Report - La Quinta Village Project
Applicant: Marvin Investments
Archaeological Consultant: CRM TECH (Bruce Love, Principal)
1. Principal Planner Stan Sawa presented the information contained
in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community
Development Department.
2. Commissioner Mitchell concurred with staff's recommendations.
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3. Commissioner Wright agreed with staff's recommendations, and
noted that although the property was inundated with previous
activity, it is important to find out what is underneath the sand.
4. Commissioner Irwin also agreed with staff's recommendations,
adding that she would like to see what is there.
5. Commissioner Sharp concurred with the staff recommendations.
6. Chairman Puente agreed with staff's recommendations.
7. Applicant's representative, Wells Marvin, pointed out that the site
has been previously developed and is located in the center of
town. He indicated it would be burdensome to the developer to
comply with the monitoring requirement. Mr. Marvin stated there
is no reason to monitor the site, as there has been no indication of
any artifacts over the past ten years.
8. Commissioner Irwin explained the archaeological monitoring would
be required only during the trenching activity and would not delay
the project. It is normal procedure for this Commission to require
such monitoring.
9. Commissioner Mitchell noted that when a piece of property is
originally developed, no one looks for artifacts. Due to the amount
of sand on site, such items as small bones and tools would not be
noticeable, therefore a monitor is needed.
10. Commissioner Wright indicated the Commission could not risk
setting a precedent by allowing the project to proceed without
monitoring. The Commission has consistently required monitoring
for nine years, and cannot exempt this development. Items of
interest have been found in the area.
11, Mr. Marvin asked what has been found, and what would happen
if something was found on the project site.
12. Commissioner Mitchell said trenching would stop until the objects
found were recorded and removed. If burial or cremation sites
have been found, it might require additional time.
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13. Commissioner Wright pointed out that this area is very rich in
artifacts and was more than likely a "village".
14. Commissioner Irwin noted that the purpose is not to make the land
undevelopable, or to cause any problems for the developer, but
only to reclaim history.
15. Mr. Marvin stated that America must grasp at history because it
has so little. Europeans would find this laughable, and asked what
purpose such measures would serve.
16. Commissioner Irwin responded that if human bones are found,
they should not become part of the La Quinta Village foundation.
Remains should be properly interred. She pointed out that even
Coachella Valley Water District is careful in their excavation and
notifies the Coroner if remains are found.
17. Mr. Marvin asked if this was an issue of trust as to whether or not
they would report any findings.
18. Commissioner Mitchell explained that qualified archaeologists are
trained to identify such items.
19. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Wright / Sharp to adopt Minute Motion 2002-010
approving staff's recommendations. Unanimously approved.
B. Historical Archaeological Resources Report - Tentative LaCt m-W 30378,
Parcels 1 and 2
Applicant: Coachella Valley Engineers for Rod Vandenbos
Archaeological/Historic Consultant: CRM TECH (Bruce Love, Principal)
1 . Principal Planner Stan Sawa presented the information contained
in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community
Development Department.
2. Commissioner Mitchell concurred with the staff recommendations.
3. Commissioner Wright concurred with the staff recommendations
with the addition of archaeological monitoring.
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4. Commissioner Irwin agreed that monitoring should be done, as the
site is close to the All American Canal, which follows a natural
runoff pattern.
5. Commissioner Sharp concurred with staff recommendations with
the addition of monitoring.
6. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Irwin / Wright to adopt Minute Motion 2002-01 1
approving staff's recommendations requiring an archaeological
monitor for Tentative Tract Map 30378. Unanimously approved.
C. Archaeological Testing and Mitigation Sites CA-RIV-6765. 6766 and
6767
Applicant: Charles Crookall, Clubhouse Associates, LLC
Archaeological Consultant: CRM TECH (Bruce Love, Principal)
1. Principal Planner Stan Sawa presented the information contained
in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community
Development Department.
2. Commissioner Mitchell pointed out that the report indicated human
remains were found on the site, and they will be interred. He
concurred with the staff's recommendations.
3. Commissioner Wright concurred with the staff's recommendations.
4. Commissioner Irwin also concurred, and asked if the Augustine
Band of Indians was part of the Council to which remains are
delivered, as their reservation is closer to the site than the! Torres -
Martinez Band.
5. Commissioner Mitchell pointed out that there is only one member
of the Augustine Tribe, therefore the resources to have a Council,
and inter remains are not sufficient.
6. Commissioner Sharp concurred with staff recommendations.
7. Chairman Puente concurred with staff recommendations.
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8. Applicant Chuck Crookall agreed with the recommendations. He
explained that the remains found were turned over to the Torres -
Martinez Tribe to be re -interred off the property.
9. Commissioner Irwin asked Mr. Crookall if he would allow re -
interment on the property if asked to do so. Mr. Crookall replied
that he would. He expected that an area of landscaping could be
dedicated to the remains.
10. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Irwin / Wright to adopt Minute Motion 2002-012
approving the staff recommendations for sites CA-RIV-6765, 6766
and 6767. Unanimously approved.
D. National Register of Historic Places Eligibility EvaluatiQn of CA-RIV-2195
Applicant: Southern California Presbyterian Homes
Archaeological / Historical Consultant: Pacific West Archaeology
1 . Principal Planner Stan Sawa presented the information contained
in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the Community
Development Department.
2. Commissioner Mitchell concurred with the staff recommendations.
He noted that the archaeological report was impressive.
3. Commissioner Wright concurred with the staff recommendations.
He found the report very thorough, complete with references and
backup information.
4. Commissioner Irwin agreed with the staff recommendations. She
noted that she also enjoyed the report, and pointed out that the
site is located close to the midden site at Avenue 48.
5. Commissioner Sharp concurred with the staff recommendations.
He found the report interesting to read.
6. Chairman Puente agreed.
7. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Commissioners Wright / Sharp to adopt Minute Motion 2002-013
approving the staff recommendations for CA-RIV-2195.
Unanimously approved.
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VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL
VII. COMMISSIONER ITEMS
A. Commissioner Wright gave staff photos from the Preservation
Conference in Santa Rosa for the file.
B. Commissioner Irwin broached the subject of the continuation of
identification of historic buildings in La Quinta as some homes were
missed on the first report. It is important to include them, along with
homes built in the 1940s. This was discussed previously, but no action
has yet been taken.
1. Commissioner Irwin also noted that artifacts found in Indio and
Indian Wells could be stored in La Quinta if there were a place to
hold them. It is time to work on this project, and make progress
toward the goal of the Commission's charter.
2. Commissioner Wright pointed out that the 4O's and 5O's houses
must be included in order to keep the record current. He expects
funding for the project will be available through the same grant
program previously used. He also agreed with Commissioner Irwin
on curation.
3. Commissioner Wright thanked staff and the City Council for
allowing the Commission to attend the California Preservation
Conference. He particularly enjoyed the Historic Landscape
Seminar, and found the entire program very good.
C. Chairman Puente asked if the Commission is a member of the California
Historic Preservation Commission.
1. Principal Planner Sawa explained that each individual has a nine -
month membership, but the status of the memberships are
unknown. Staff is working on resolving the problem.
D. Commissioner Mitchell tendered his resignation from the Commission
since he will be summering in Oregon. He felt it unfair to leave the
Committee less one Commissioner for several months. He noted that the
Historic Preservation Commission is a great team, and very professional.
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E. Chairman Puente stated she will not be able to attend the June meeting.
Vill. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners
Wright/Irwin to adjourn this meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission to the
next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on June 20, 2002. This meeting of the
Historical Preservation Commission was adjourned at 3:50 p.m. Unanimously
approved.
Submitted by:
Lynda J. Kerney
Secretary
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
DATE:
ITEM:
LOCATION:
APPLICANT:
ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND
PALEONTOLOGICAL
CONSULTANT:
BACKGROUND:
JUNE 20, 2002
HISTORICAL, ARCHAEOLOGICAL, AND
PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCES REPORT (TT 30487)
NORTH SIDE OF AVENUE 58, BETWEEN JEFFERSON
STREET AND MADISON STREET
SANTA RASA DEVELOPERS (DAVID BRUDUIK)
CRM TECH (BRUCE LOVE, PRINCIPAL)
The study area is a 9.78 acre parcel of vacant land on the north side of Avenue 58,
between Jefferson Street and Madison Street. Individual Phase I (survey level)
cultural and paleontological resources assessments have been completed for a
Tentative Tract application (TT 30487) for construction of a single family
development. The assessments includes an archaeological, historical, and
paleontological resources record search and field reconnaissance of the property.
This assessment will be part of the environmental review required by the California
Environmental Quality Act for the project application.
DISCUSSION:
Archaeological and Historical•
An archaeological records search For the property was conducted at the Eastern
Information Center located at UC Riverside. The records search indicated that the
study area may have been previously surveyed for cultural resources and no
archaeological sites have been recorded within or adjacent to the project area. Within
a one mile radius of the property 16 area -specific cultural resources studies have
been conducted, including on the properties immediately to the north and along
Avenue 58 (linear study). As a result of these studies, 11 prehistoric archaeological
sites and one historic -era site have been recorded. The prehistoric sites consist
primarily of scatters of lithic and ceramic scatters, although a fire hearth/roasting fire
pit feature was noted at one of the sites. None of these previously recorded sites
was located in the vicinity of the project area.
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Historical background research was conducted at the Science Library Map Room at
UC Riverside and at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Office in Riverside. The
search did not indicate any use of the property until sometime after 1959 and before
1980 when structures appeared in the northwest corner of the site. Only remnants
of these structures now exist. The property was at one time used for growing of
dates.
The intensive -level on -foot field survey of the study area resulted in one prehistoric
site being identified near the eastern boundary of the property, approximately 195
meters north of Avenue 58. The site is comprised of scatters of chipped stone
artifacts, faunal remains, groundstone fragments, ceramic sherds, and fire -affected
rock.
Paleontological:
The project area is at an elevation of approximately 30 to 35 feet below sea level.
Holocene or ancient Lake Cahuilla has at least seven times in the past covered much
of the project and surrounding area. The last high water elevation of the lake was at
42 feet above sea level. Therefore, the project area has been under water in the
past. The records search indicated that the project area had not been previously
surveyed for paleontological resources. Based on previous discoveries reported
nearby, the San Bernardino County Museum considers the project area to have a
"high paleontological sensitivity" which has a high potential to impact significant
nonrenewable fossil resources, primarily invertebrate fossils.
During the field survey scatters of fresh water shells and shell fragments were
observed on the surface of the project area. Fresh water mullusks remains were also
noted on the ground. However, no fish bone or other vertebrate fossil remains were
found.
CONCLUSIONS:
Historical/Archaeological
The identification of Site CA-RIV-6769 constitutes a "historic resource," as defined
by CEQA, which requires a Phase II testing and evaluation program prior to
commencement of the proposed project.
Paleontological
The paleontological resources report concludes the project area has a high potential
for Holocene invertebrate remains. As such, impacts created by the proposed project
need to be mitigated pursuant to CEQA requirements. Paleontological monitoring
during earth -moving activities and preparation of a final report on the monitoring are
included in the recommendation of the report.
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RECOMMENDATION:
1. Adopt Minute Motion 2002 _, accepting the "Historical/Archaeological
Resources Survey Report - Tentative Tract 30487", as prepared by CRM
TECH.
2. Adopt Minute Motion 2002- , accepting the "Paleontological Resources
Assessment Report - Tentative Tract 30487", as prepared by CRNI TECH,
subject to the following conditions:
A. The Phase II archaeological testing and evaluation report shall be
submitted to Community Development Department for prior to
recordation of the final tract map for the property.
B. The final report on the monitoring shall be submitted to the Community
Development Department prior to the issuance of the first building
permit for the project.
Attachments:
1. Historical/Archaeological Resources Survey Report - Tentative Tract 30487
(Commissioners only)
2. Paleontological Resources Assessment Report - Tentative Tract 30487
(Commissioners only)
Prepared by:
lJ -SJ4/WA
Stan B. Sawa, Principal Planner
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DATE:
ITEM:
LOCATION:
APPLICANT:
ARCHAEOLOGICAL
CONSULTANT:
BACKGROUND:
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
JUNE 20, 2002
PHASE II HISTORICAL STUDY FOR TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP 30550 (THE DUTCH PARENT PROJECT)
NORTHEAST CORNER OF WASHINGTON STREET AND
FRED WARING DRIVE
DUTCH PARENT N.V. (NAI CONSULTING)
ARCHAEOLOGICAL ADVISORY GROUP (JAMES BROCK,
RPA)
The study area is a 80+ acre parcel located at the north end of the City on the east
side of Washington Street. The Phase I cultural resources report was accepted by the
Historic Preservation Commission on April 18, 2002, with the requirement that a
Phase II historical study be prepared concentrating on Iona T. Mackenzie and
Raymond V. Darby, early owners of the study area. Darby Road which traverses the
property is named for Mr. Darby.
DISCUSSION:
The report presents Ms. Mackenzie and Mr. Darby's backgrounds and activities in the
future La Quinta area. The report notes Ms. Mackenzie was in the Coachella Valley
by 1912, and remained to sometime after 1924. She died on January 31, 1938 at
the age of 60 years. During her stay in the Coachella Valley, she was documented
as being a homesteader, mother, nurse, business owner, instructor and post mistress
in the valley.
By 1947, Mr. Darby owned property straddling what is now known as Darby Road.
The western portion of his property comprised a portion of Iona Mackenzie's former
homestead (now the study area)• He started agricultural use on the study area in
1948 and was responsible for the building and naming of Darby Road. Darby was a
politician in southern California and one of the early developers of the Bermuda
Dunes/north La Quinta area.
The report discusses the historic remains of agricultural and ranch use of the
property. Irrigation and fence and corral remains still exist on the property.
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CONCLUSION:
The report provides a comprehensive background on the tenures of Ms. Mackenzie
and Mr. Darby and the historic remains on the property.
The report recommends that plaques be erected on the property recognizing Ms.
Mackenzie and Mr. Darby and the new road be named for Ms. Mackenzie.
Additionally, historic/archaeological monitoring should take place due to the sensitivity
of the property.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Minute Motion 2002- , accepting the "Phase II Historic Study for Tentative
Parcel Mao 30550, (The Dutch Parent Project) City of La Quinta Riverside County.
California", as prepared and recommended by Archaeological Advisory Group, with
the recommendations noted in the report.
Attachment:
1. Phase II Historic Study for Tentative Parcel Map 30550, (The Dutch Parent
Project), City of La Quinta, Riverside County, California
Prepared by:
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Stan B. Sawa, Principal Planner
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DATE:
ITEM:
LOCATION:
APPLICANT:
ARCHAEOLOGICAL
CONSULTANT:
BACKGROUND:
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
JUNE 20, 2002
A PHASE I CULTURAL RESOURCES ASSESSMENT OF
TENTATIVE TRACT 30521, A 43.45-ACRE PARCEL
NORTHEAST CORNER OF WASHINGTON STREET AND
MILES AVENUE
LIDO EQUITY PARTNERS
ARCHAEOLOGICAL ASSOCIATES (LAURA S. WHITE)
The study area is a vacant 43± acre parcel in the northern portion of the City. A
Phase I (survey level) cultural resources assessment has been completed for the
property. The assessment includes an archaeological and historical resources record
search and field reconnaissance of the property. This assessment will be part of the
environmental review required by the California Environmental Quality Act for the
project application which is a Tentative Tract Map for 147 single family lots.
DISCUSSION:
An archaeological records search for the property was conducted at the Eastern
Information Center located at UC Riverside. The records search indicated that the
study area had not been previously surveyed for cultural resources and no
archaeological sites have been recorded within or adjacent to the study area.
Historical background research was conducted at the Physical Science Library Map
Room at UC Riverside and at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Office in
Riverside. The search indicated no evidence of historic human activities or
development on the property.
The intensive -level on -foot field survey of the study area did not result: in any
prehistoric sites, features, or evidence of objects, sites, features, or artifacts more
than 50 years old.
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subject property is in an area that is sensitive for prehistoric archaeological resources.
Therefore, grubbing and rough grading shall be monitored by a professional
archaeological monitor.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Minute Motion 2002- , accepting the report titled "A Cultural Resources
Assessment of Tentative Tract 30521 a 43.45-acre parcel, located immediately north
of the intersection of Miles Avenue and Washington Street, City of La Quinta,
Riverside County", as prepared by Archaeological Associates.
Attachment:
1. A Cultural Resources Assessment of Tentative Tract 30521, a 43.45-acre
Parcel, Located immediately north of the intersection of Miles Avenue and
Washington Street, City of La Quinta, Riverside County (Commissioners only)
Prepared by:
Stan B. Sawa, Principal Planner
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
DATE: JUNE 20, 2002
ITEM: A PHASE I CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY FOR THE
QUARRY RANCH DEVELOPMENT (TENTATIVE TRACT
30561)
LOCATION: WEST SIDE OF JEFFERSON STREET, SOUTH OF THE
QUARRY GOLF COURSE
APPLICANT: DEAN PALUMBO, THE KEITH COMPANIES (FOR
WINCHESTER DEVELOPMENT)
ARCHAEOLOGICAL
CONSULTANT: THE KEITH COMPANIES (DAVID M. SMITH)
BACKGROUND:
The study area is a vacant 70 acre parcel in the southern portion of the City. A
Phase I (survey level) cultural resources assessment has been completed for the
property. The assessment includes an archaeological and historical resources record
search and field reconnaissance of the property. This assessment will be part of the
environmental review required by the California Environmental Quality Act: for the
project application which is a Tentative Tract Map for 28 single family lots and a nine
hole golf course.
DISCUSSION:
An archaeological records search for the property was conducted at the Eastern
Information Center located at UC Riverside. The records search indicated that the
small portions of the study area had been previously surveyed for cultural resources
by two prior studies. No archaeological sites were found as a result of those two
investigations nor have any been recorded adjacent to the study area.
Historical background research was conducted with the search not indicating
evidence of historic human activities or development on the property.
The intensive -level on -foot field survey of the study area resulted in one prehistoric
site and one historic -era site being found and recorded. The prehistoric site is a "pot
drop" consisting of approximately 53 brownware ceramic sherds. The historic site
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is comprised of a trash dump of an apparent residential nature, consisting of various
types of glass, plates, wire mesh and barrel rings.
Based on the findings of the study, testing of the two sites is needed to determine
if they constitute a historical resource as defined by CEQA. The report further notes
that the subject property needs to be monitored by a professional archaeological
monitor during the rough grading in case subsurface cultural resources exist..
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Minute Motion 2002- , accepting the report titled "A Phase I Cultural
Resources Inventory for the Quarry Ranch Development City of La Quinta Riverside
County, California," as prepared by The Keith Companies, subject to the following
condition:
1 . The Phase II testing and evaluation report shall be submitted to the City prior
to recordation of the final map.
Attachment:
2. A Phase I Cultural Resources Inventory for the Quarry Ranch Development,
City of La Quinta, Riverside County, California (Commissioners only)
Prepared by:
Stan B. Sawa, Principal Planner
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