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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by
Mayor Evans.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Fitzpatrick, Peña, Radi, Sanchez, Mayor Evans
ABSENT: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Peña led the audience in the pledge of allegiance.
CLOSED SESSION – None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA – Confirmed
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – None
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1.LEADERSHIP INVESTMENT AND KNOWLEDGE SHARING (LINKS) - CITY OF LA
QUINTA PROGRAM RECOGNITION
Human Resources Analyst Scott gave a brief overview of the LINKS program.
Mayor Evans and Councilmembers recognized the following employees and presented
certificates of completion:
Rafael Alvarado, Parks Foreman Facilities Dept.
Marcie Graham, Marketing and Communications City Manager’s Office
Dianne Hansen, Management Assistant Facilities Dept.
Luis Magallanez, Community Resources Coordinator Community Resources
Marilyn Monreal, Management Assistant City Clerk’s Office
Carlos Flores, Associate Planner Design & Development Dept.
Kevin Meredith, Code Compliance Supervisor (not in attendance) Community Resources Dept.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVE MINUTES OF DECEMBER 5, 2017
2. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 564 AT SECOND READING AMENDING SPECIFIED
CHAPTERS IN THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS AND SERVICE OF OFFICIAL CITY NOTICES
3. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 565 AT SECOND READING AMENDING SECTION
9.100.210 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO AN EXEMPTION
FOR GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE NOISE
4. RECEIVE AND FILE FISCAL YEAR 2016/17 DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE REPORT
5. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
TRAFFEX ENGINEERS, INC. FOR CONTRACT TRAFFIC ENGINEER SERVICES
6. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
ESGIL CORPORATION FOR ON-CALL BUILDING PLAN REVIEW AND
INSPECTION SERVICES
7. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTERS DATED NOVEMBER 27, DECEMBER 1 AND 8,
2017
8. AWARD CONTRACT TO DUDEK TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND
ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE FOR CALLE TAMPICO DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT; ADD CALLE TAMPICO DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR
2017/18 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM; AND APPROPRIATE FUNDING
9. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR TWO DEPUTY CITY CLERKS TO ATTEND
THE CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS INSURANCE AUTHORITY 2018 RISK
MANAGEMENT ACADEMY IN CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, JANUARY 23–25, 2018
10. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR COUNCILMEMBER TO ATTEND LEAGUE
OF CALIFORNIA CITIES PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETINGS IN
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA, JANUARY 19 AND JUNE 8, 2018
11. ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE PERIOD FOR DEVELOPMENT OR
DISPOSITION OF PROPERTIES TRANSFERRED FROM THE FORMER
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LA
QUINTA AS THE HOUSING SUCCESSOR, PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY
CODE 34176.1 (e) [RESOLUTION NO. 2017-060]
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Comments on Consent Calendar Item No. 2
Mayor Evans explained the State Video Franchise Fee, the entities it applies to, and the
revenues the City receives.
Comments on Consent Calendar Item No. 8
Mayor Evans noted this project was in conjunction with the Village Make plans to
make the Village and Old Town La Quinta more pedestrian friendly; made possible by
Measure G funds and the active transportation program grant in the amount of $7.3
million awarded to the City by the State of California Department of Transportation.
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Peña/Radi to
approve the Consent Calendar as recommended, with Item No. 11 adopting
Resolution No. 2017-060. Motion passed unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPROVE A HOST VENUE AGREEMENT BETWEEN WORLD TRIATHLON
CORPORATION AND THE CITIES OF INDIAN WELLS AND LA QUINTA FOR AN
IRONMAN® 70.3 EVENT
City Attorney Ihrke explained that the template agreement was prepared by the
Ironman organization; changes were made to reflect that it was now a tri-party
agreement; the need to designate the responsibilities of each contracting party,
including cost allocation; the addition of an item included as part of Exhibit B, page
205, B6, specifying that the priority hotels would be in the Cities of Indian Wells and La
Quinta, and referencing both cities’ municipal codes.
Community Resources Director Escobedo presented the staff report, which is on file in
the Clerk’s Office.
Council discussed the event budget; the need to confirm the final route 90 days before
the race; the importance to have a backup plan for Lake Cahuilla, if it is unavailable;
and the collaboration between Ironman’s and City staff that this is a 3 year event and
dates are already in place.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Nathan Mack, President of the Salton Sea Triathlon Club (Club), La
Quinta – said the Club was in support of hosting this event in La Quinta and would like
to be involved.
Council further discussed ambush marketing techniques; the limitations applicable on
using the event logo; the City’s ability to use event footage for future advertising; the
need to include clarifying language on this matter in the agreement; event liability
exposure and insurance requirements, which have been reviewed by CJPIA; residents’
positive response; proposed event routes; and fee-related due dates outlined in Exhibit
A of the agreement.
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MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Peña/Sanchez to
approve a Host Venue Agreement between World Triathlon Corporation and the cities
of Indian Wells and La Quinta for an Ironman® 70.3 event as recommended. Motion
passed unanimously.
2. APPOINT COUNCILMEMBERS TO SERVE ON VARIOUS OUTSIDE AGENCIES FOR 2018
Council waived presentation of the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office.
Council discussed vacancies and volunteered to serve on various outside agencies for
2018 calendar year based on their interests and availability.
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Radi to
appoint Councilmembers to serve on various outside agencies for 2018 as detailed on
Attachment 1. Motion passed unanimously.
STUDY SESSION – None
PUBLIC HEARINGS – None
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
All reports are on file in the City Clerk’s Office.
MAYOR’S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ITEMS
Councilmember Radi said Mr. Howard Hassett, a World War II veteran and long-time
La Quinta resident, passed away today; he was the father of the City’s representative
on the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District Board, Doug Hassett.
Mr. Radi attended the ceremonial presentation commemorating a $3 million check in
one-time funding awarded to Cal State San Bernardino Palm Desert for future
expansion.
Mayor Evans stated the Council attended the memorial service for Beverly
Montgomery, a long time La Quinta resident (90 years).
Ms. Evans also commended staff for following up on the short-term vacation rentals
and the Media day launch for the Career Builders Challenge.
Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported on Council’s attendance at the Citizens on Patrol
volunteer recognition and at the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
recognition; and the excellent turnout of both events.
Councilmember Peña congratulated the CERT team for a great job.
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REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
La Quinta’s representative for 2017, Mayor Evans reported on her participation in the
following organization’s meeting:
EAST VALLEY COALITION
La Quinta’s representative for 2017, Councilmember Peña reported on his
participation in the following organization’s meeting:
AD HOC COMMITTEE TO EVALUATE CITY CANNABIS OPTIONS (Peña & Sanchez)
La Quinta’s representative for 2017, Councilmember Radi reported on his participation
in the following organization’s meeting:
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RCTC)
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by
Councilmembers Radi/Peña to adjourn in honor of Mr. Howard Hassett at 5:23 p.m.
Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
PAM NIETO, Deputy City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
Attachment: 1. 2018 Council Appointments
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2018 Assignments ATTACHMENT 1 TO MINUTES OF 12-19-2017 * Note: receives stipendAGENCY MEETING SCHEDULE 2018 REPRESENTATIVES Animal Campus Commission 2nd Thursday, quarterly at 9:30 a.m. (Feb, May, Aug, Nov 2018) Member: Steve Sanchez Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick California Joint Powers Insurance Authority* Annual meeting in July Member: City’s Risk Manager Greater CV Chamber of Commerce Information Exchange Committee Councilmembers rotate 1stquarter – Kathleen Fitzpatrick2nd quarter – Steve Sanchez 3rd quarter – John Peña 4th quarter – Robert Radi Civic Center Art Purchase Committee Yearly, meet during the March art festival (March 1-4, 2018) Members: Mayor Evans & John Peña CS Commission Members: 2 CVAG General Assembly Annual banquet – last Monday in June in Chair’s city (June 25, 2018) Delegate: Mayor EvansAlternate: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick Members: All Councilmembers CVAG Conservation Commission* 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 a.m. (dark March, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick CVAG Energy & Environmental Resources Committee* 2nd Thursday of each month at 12 p.m. (dark March, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick CVAG Executive Committee* Last Monday of each month at 4:30 p.m. (dark March, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick CVAG Public Safety Committee* 2nd Monday of each month at 9 a.m. (dark March, April, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: John Peña Alternate: Steve Sanchez CVAG Transportation Committee* 1st Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m. (dark March, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: Robert Radi Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick CVAG Homelessness Committee* 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. (dark March, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: John Peña Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick Coachella Valley Economic Partnership (CVEP) (appointed July 5, 2017) 3rd Wednesday of each month at 8:00 a.m. Location rotates (dark Aug & Dec) Annual Economic Summit – date TBD Member: Robert Radi Alternate: Steve Sanchez Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy (CVMC)* 2nd Monday, every other month at 3 p.m. Member: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick Alternate: John Peña Coachella Valley Unified School District 2x2 Committee [established 11/3/2015] Two to three meetings per year Members: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick & John Peña 13
2018 Assignments ATTACHMENT 1 TO MINUTES OF 12-19-2017 * Note: receives stipendCommunity Service Grant Review Committee Three per year: January, May and September January Members: Peña / Fitzpatrick May Members: Radi / Sanchez September Members: Mayor Evans / Peña Coachella Valley Water District Joint Policy Committee As needed – TBD Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick Desert Classic Charities Fund Distribution Committee[may be discontinued] Annual meeting [date TBD] Member: Mayor Evans Member: Assign if Needed Desert Sands Unified School District 2x2 Committee [established 6/2013] Three to four meetings per year Members: Steve Sanchez & Robert Radi Desert Recreation District 2x2 Committee [established 1/2017] TBD Members: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick & Robert Radi East Valley Coalition (EVC) 3rd Thursday of every month at 8 a.m. Location rotates (dark July & August) Primary Delegate: John Peña Alternate Delegate: Mayor Evans Economic Development Subcommittee [established May 20, 2014] Every 2 weeks on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Members: Mayor Evans & Robert Radi Alternate: John Peña Greater Palm Springs Convention & Visitors Bureau* Meeting schedule set by Executive Committee (2018: Jan. 26, Mar. 16, April 27, June 22, Sept. 21, Dec. 14 Members: Mayor Evans Alternate: Robert Radi IID Energy Consumers’ Advisory Committee 1st Monday of every month at 6 p.m. Member: Steve Sanchez (exp. Dec. 31, 2018) Member: Citizen G. Christopher (exp. 12/31/20) Alternate: none (IID does not recognize alternates) Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport Authority*One meeting per quarter – afternoon meeting (2018: Jan, April, July, Oct) Member: John Peña Alternate: Steve Sanchez League of California Cities – Delegate for annual conference Annual conference(s) & General Assembly Dates TBD Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Steve Sanchez Riverside County Transportation Commission* [one rep appointed by every city] 2nd Wednesday of each month at 9 a.m. Member: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick Alternate: Robert Radi So. Calif. Association of Governments Annual Regional Conference & General Assembly (2018: May 2-4 at Indian Wells Resort) Delegate: Mayor Evans Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick Sunline Transit Agency* 4th Wednesday of each month at noon (dark Aug & Nov 2018) Member: Robert Radi Alternate: John Peña 14