2009 04 21 CC MinutesLA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
APRIL 21, 2009
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: Council Members Franklin, Henderson, Kirk, Sniff, Mayor Adolph
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT -None
CLOSED SESSION
1. Conference with labor negotiators, Ski Harrison and Bret M. Plumlee,
regarding negotiations with the La Quinta City Employees Association
pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 -Meet and Confer Process.
2. Conference with City's real property negotiator, Douglas R. Evans, pursuant
to Government Code Section 54956.8 concerning potential terms and
conditions of acquisition and/or disposition of certain property located at the
southeast corner of Monroe Street and Avenue 53 (APNs: 767-230-001,
-002, and -003). Property Owner/Negotiator: RHKIDS, LLC, Ron Hakakian.
Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency and to Closed Session to and until
the hour of 4:00 p.m.
4:00 P.M.
The City Council meeting was reconvened with no decisions being made in Closed
Session which require reporting pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.1
(Brown Actl.
Mayor Adolph led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT -None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Council Member Sniff requested Consent Item No. 18 be taken up separately.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS -None
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Adolph presented a proclamation to Indio Police Captain Mark Miller,
representing the Riverside County Department of Mental Health, in honor of May
being declared "Mental Health Month."
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS -None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve the City
Council Minutes of April 7, 2009, as submitted. Motion carried by a vote of 4-0-1
with Council Member Franklin abstaining.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED APRIL 21, 2009.
2. RECEIVE AND FILE TREASURER'S REPORT DATED FEBRUARY 28, 2009.
3. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE & EXPENDITURES REPORT DATED FEBRUARY
28, 2009, AND INVESTMENT SUMMARY REPORT FOR THE QUARTER
ENDING MARCH 31, 2009.
4. APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT WITH SUNLINE TRANSIT AGENCY TO
SELL PASSES AT CITY HALL.
5. APPROVAL OF AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE QUIMBY FUND FOR A
REFUND OF FEES TO AMERICAN LAND LIQUIDATORS, INC. FOR TRACT
MAP 33717.
6. APPROVAL OF AN UPDATED HOUSING RELOCATION PLAN FOR CERTAIN
REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 46-730 DUNE PALMS ROAD.
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7. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA QUINTA AND THE COACHELLA VALLEY
WATER DISTRICT (CVWD) FOR THE ABANDONMENT, REPLACEMENT, AND
RELOCATION OF THE 6" WATER PIPELINE WITHIN THE VILLAS OF
LA QUINTA, AND APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 WITH
PARSAM CONSTRUCTION, INC. TO CONSTRUCT THE CVWD WELL SITE
WALL ON AVENUE 50.
8. ACCEPTANCE OF OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT
MAP 32279, MIRAGE AT LA QUINTA, STANDARD PACIFIC COACHELLA
VALLEY.
9. APPROVAL OF THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
(PS&E1, AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BID THE VILLAGE
WAYFINDING SIGN PROGRAM, PROJECT NO. 2007-04.
10. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE JOINT
POWERS AGREEMENT OF THE PALM SPRINGS DESERT RESORTS
COMMUNITIES CONVENTION AND VISITORS AUTHORITY. (RESOLUTION
NO. 2009-029)
11. ADOPTION OF CITY OF LA QUINTA 2009/2010 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
PLAN.
12. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S
REPORT FOR LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009/2010, AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION
DECLARING INTENT TO LEVY ASSESSMENTS FOR LANDSCAPE AND
LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1, AND GIVING NOTICE THEREOF.
(RESOLUTION NOS. 2009-030 AND 2009-031)
13. APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO 7ESERRA FOR THE CITYWIDE
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT, PROJECT NO. LMC 2008-13.
14. APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO YOUNG ELECTRICAL SIGN
COMPANY FOR THE CITYWIDE LANDSCAPE LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
CONTRACT, PROJECT NO. LMC 2008-14.
15. APPROVAL TO EXCUSE CHAIRMAN ED ALDERSON'S ABSENCE FROM THE
MAY 12, 2009, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING.
16. APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FOR SB 821 BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN
FACILITIES PROGRAM GRANT FUNDS FOR DESIGN OF SIDEWALKS
WITHIN THE VILLAGE AREA.
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17. AUTHORIZATION OF OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR FOUR MEMBERS OF THE
CITY COUNCIL TO ATTEND THE 2009 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
MAYORS AND COUNCIL MEMBERS EXECUTIVE FORUM IN SAN DIEGO,
CALIFORNIA, MAY 27-29, 2009.
18. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT WITH FURINOlGREENE CREATIVE FOR
PROFESSIONAL MARKETING SERVICES. (see action below)
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Kirk to approve the
Consent Calendar as recommended and amended with the exception of Item
No. 18 and with Item Nos. 10 and 12 being approved by RESOLUTION NOS.
2009-029 through 2009-031 respectively. Motion carried unanimously.
Item No. 18
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Kirk to approve a
contract with Furino/Greene Creative for Professional Marketing Services.
Motion carried by a vote of 4-1 with Council Member Sniff dissenting.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION OF THE SILVERROCK RESORT 2009/2010 ANNUAL
PLAN.
Golf & Park Landscape Manager Howlett presented the SilverRock Annual
Plan as submitted by Landmark Golf Management LLC.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Golf & Park Landscape Manager
Howlett stated there have been no significant security issues at SilverRock,
and confirmed he is satisfied with reducing the security services. General
Manager and Golf Director Randy Duncan, representing Landmark Golf
Management, explained current security includes two roving patrol officers
with overlapping hours, and the proposed reduction includes adjusting patrol
hours to before 2:00 a.m.
Council Member Henderson spoke regarding missed opportunities in
coordinating the marketing plan for SilverRock with the City's marketing
plan, specifically advertisements on GPS systems in the golf carts. General
Manager and Golf Director Duncan stated anyone wishing to utilize that
advertisement tool may contact him directly, and explained the promotion of
advertisements is targeted to the businesses community and Coachella
Valley.
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In response to Council Member Kirk, General Manager and Golf Director
Duncan explained the S54,000 for entry landscaping is for the area from
Avenue 52 to the waterfall area. Golf & Park Landscape Manager Howlett
explained the supplemental funding is allocated from the Lighting and
Landscape Assessment District and appropriated to Landmark for maintaining
the entry area. General Manager and Golf Director Duncan reviewed the
funding for two full-time laborers as depicted on page 33 of the Annual Plan.
Golf & Park Landscape Manager Howlett stated the entire landscape
maintenance cost at SilverRock is a combination of funding sources. Council
Member Kirk expressed interest in knowing if other cities, such as Palm
Desert and Indian Wells, have one contract for marketing or if their golf
course operators have a separate marketing budget. He conveyed support of
staff's recommendation for security, but was surprised at the cost per
officer. General Manager and Golf Director Duncan explained the cost
includes vehicle and liability insurance costs. Council Member Kirk
suggested the possibility of Landmark staff meeting with the Police
Department to discuss other security alternatives, including the possibility of
adding police patrol.
Mayor Adolph asked if the entrance gates on Avenue 52 are closed, and
General Manger and Golf Director Duncan responded the gates are closed at
a specified time each day. Mayor Adolph expressed concern about access to
SilverRock when more entrances are added. He asked if anything can be
done to deter blowing sand from the bunkers during heavy wind storms.
General Manager and Golf Director Duncan referenced a proposal to create
berms near sand bunkers to deflect the wind.
In response to Council Member Franklin, General Manager and Golf Director
Duncan explained two types of sand are used in the bunkers; a heavier sand
was used last summer, but it is more difficult for golfers to play out of the
bunkers. Golf Course Superintendent Lopez explained the heavier sand is
more costly because it is thicker. He further explained staff is not
aggressively scalping the Bermuda grass but is treating it to make it dormant.
General Manager and Golf Director Duncan explained SilverRock has a total
of 110 turf acres, including 20 acres of non-playing areas which are not
over-seeded and left dormant. Golf Course Superintendent Lopez stated
staff is looking at cost savings by reducing over-seeding at the driving range.
Council Member Franklin inquired about proposed personnel costs for the
Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, and if projected revenues will be known sooner
than June. General Manager and Golf Director Duncan stated the personnel
costs are identical to last year's figures. He explained current revenues are
down 1 1 % but they have saved 8% in expenses.
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In response to Council Member Sniff, General Manager and Golf Director
Duncan explained the average golf play revenue is down S5 per round, and
staff has been reacting to the economy by offering discounted play. He
stated Desert Willow and Terra Lago are SilverRock's greatest competitors in
the Valley.
Council Member Sniff stated he has been supportive of this project from the
beginning, but we may need to consider some changes. He noted the
purpose of the project was to make available afirst-class golf course for
residents and to establish a complete project with hotels to contribute to the
City's long-term viability. He suggested the following strategy changes:
provide an open market for other hotel proposals; renegotiate the Bob Hope
Chrysler Classic agreement regarding the 5100,000 annual payment; get a
report on the financial benefits of the 2009 Bob Hope Chrysler Classic; and
potentially moth-ball the entire project until the economy improves, especially
in the valley. He suggested discussing possible modifications and a course
of action with staff.
Council Member Kirk noted Council Member Franklin previously suggested
utilizing the budget process to re-evaluate SilverRock, and stated he agrees
with looking at creative ideas but does not want to move backward. He
commented on the project providing a benefit by our golfers being able to
enjoy playing golf at SilverRock, and stated it would be a mistake to moth-
ball the project. He stated we need to look for ways to reduce on-going
costs, and keep an open mind with the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic; stated
sometimes it may be better to be more aggressive in down markets; and
stated he is not opposed to agendizing this matter to discuss other options.
Mayor Adolph commented on the City's revenues being down but still
operating within the budget; and stated one of the necessities to the
community is SilverRock. He agrees with discussing options for reducing
operating costs at a future meeting; and commented on the need to have a
City representative on the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic Board of Directors.
Council Member Franklin inquired about the possibility of having a senior tour
event at SilverRock. City Attorney Jenson stated there are no restrictions to
holding another event at SilverRock.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Henderson to approve the
SilverRock Resort Annual Plan submitted by Landmark Golf Management,
LLC, as amended, including: removal of over-seeding costs; retaining
restaurant staff during the summer; and reducing the budget for security
personnel to one guard, contingent upon staff reviewing officer patrol with
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the Police Department; and directed staff to report back on cooperative
marketing efforts.
Council Member Sniff expressed concern about reducing security personnel
to one position.
Council Member Kirk noted the change will not be effective until July 1,
2009, and is contingent upon staff meeting with the Police Department.
Council Member Franklin inquired about the cost to replace greens if
vandalized. Golf Course Superintendent Lopez stated the cost to replace
10,000 square feet of turf is approximately 55,000 to 510,000. Council
Member Franklin stated she agrees with Council Member Sniff's concern
about reducing security, but is willing to defer based upon the contingency
of staff meeting with the Police Department.
In response to Council Member Henderson, General Manager and Golf
Director Duncan stated SilverRock began with one security officer and it was
later increased to two officers.
Motion carried by a vote of 4-1, with Council Member Sniff dissenting.
2. CONSIDERATION OF A CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR TWO YEARS WITH
HF&H CONSULTING, LLC FOR AB 939 SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEARS
2009/2010 AND 2010/2011.
Assistant City Manager-Management Services Plumlee presented the staff
report.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Assistant City Manager-
Management Services Plumlee explained Attachment 1 of the staff report
depicts the entire services performed by HF&H, with specific services
provided by City staff. He confirmed the entire program could be done
in-house if pared down but would recommend keeping a retainer of 10% to
20%. Council Member Henderson noted a consultant could be utilized to
handle specific requirements mandated by the State.
In response to Council Member Kirk, Assistant City Manager-Management
Services Plumlee stated he believes at least one other city in the Valley
utilizes a consultant for similar services and that most of the others do not,
but staff would have to verify that if needed. He confirmed some cities have
trained staff while others obtain assistance through Burrtec or other
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recycling consultants; and that the combination of recycling services handled
in-house or by consultants varies.
Mike Veto, a representative from Burrtec, stated the City of Indian Wells
employs a staff member from Burrtec for their AB 939 services, but Burrtec
basically handles the other cities except Palm Springs and Desert Hot
Springs. He stated Burrtec's current agreement with La Quinta requires
Burrtec to pay 585,000 to the City for the City's consulting services.
Assistant City Manager-Management Services Plumlee explained Burrtec
currently pays 585,000 plus an annual CPI increase for recycling, consulting,
and administrative services; and staff proposes continuing that charge with
the amount used to pay for a combination of consulting services and staff
time if done in-house.
Gary Calhoun, 48-517 Via Amistad, stated his consulting and recycling firm
is currently working with the cities of Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, and
Indio. He requested the City go out to competitive bid for these services.
In response to Council Member Henderson, City Manager Genovese
explained the reason for utilizing contracted services is for an unbiased
position; and stated staff recommends retaining the consulting services,
even if only for one year, to assist in the transition of bringing it in-house.
Council Member Henderson expressed support for eventually ,bringing the
service in-house, and encouraged staff to continue progress to comply with
the 80% threshold. She stated she would support continuing the contract
for one year.
Council Member Sniff stated HF&H has done a good job, and he would
support staff's recommendation for atwo-year contract.
Council Member Sniff moved to authorize the City Manager to sign atwo-
year contract extension with HF&H Consulting, LLC for AB 939 waste and
recycling services for Fiscal Years 2009/2010 and 2010/2011 in an amount
not to exceed 545,000 for each year. Motion failed due to lack of a second.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Kirk to authorize
the City Manager to sign a one-year contract extension with HF&H
Consulting, LLC for AB 939 waste and recycling services for Fiscal Years
2009/2010 in an amount not to exceed 545,000 for the year, and
encouraged staff to make the transition to in-house support. Motion carried
unanimously.
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STUDY SESSION -None
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
CVAG Transportation Committee -Council Member Kirk reported the Committee
sent a recommendation to the Executive Committee to approve a re-designation of
a project in Indio to re-utilize funding for a project on Golf Center Parkway.
League of California Cities -Council Member Henderson distributed information
addressed at last week's meeting, and reported the Board approved a resolution
regarding changes in governance. She stated the Board is taking this approach to
discuss changes suggested by local officials.
Riverside County Transportation Commission -Council Member Henderson noted
the Commission has voted the last three years to support projects for presentation
in Washington D.C.; and she requested concurrence from the City Council
regarding a letter with a list of projects for presentation to the Legislature.
C.V. Conservation Commission -Council Member Sniff reported the Commission
approved S5 million in land purchases for more than 20 projects.
Energy Conservation Advisory Committee -Council Member Franklin stated staff
attended the meeting on her behalf; and reported Imperial Irrigation District is
preparing their preliminary budget and has applied for Federal Stimulus funds for
the EI Centro plant.
Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport -Council Member Franklin reported the annual
air show is scheduled for the first Saturday in November; and the City sponsorship
has been reduced from 510,000 to 55,000.
CVAG Homelessness Committee - Council Member Franklin reported the
Transportation Committee is reviewing the drop-off stations; explained the County
is reviewing amenities to help families stay together and obtain job information; and
the County is requesting $6 million from the Recovery Investment Act, with $4
million going toward capital improvements.
Human and Community Resources Committee -Council Member Franklin reported
the Committee reviewed a report on why children do not walk to school.
CVWD Joint Water Policy Committee -Mayor Adolph reported the Board was
unable to make a final decision regarding the four-year increase in rates. He
referred to a graph depicting the increase from 510 to S42 in the next four years to
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recoup funds, and stated the District should notify residents the reason for the
increase.
Council Member Sniff stated the graph is somewhat arbitrary as there are variables
to the number in a family and the type of soil where the property is located. He
stated the District could have been more equitable and agrees the District should
publicize the increase.
Council Member Sniff asked when the homeless shelter project will be presented to
the City Council, to which City Manager Genovese responded it is scheduled for
the May 5, 2009 agenda. Council Member Sniff expressed concern about
providing a substantial amount of funding to a facility that is more than 27 miles
away; and suggested the funds be utilized for a facility in or near La Quinta.
Council Member Henderson asked if the report on the homeless shelter would
include the information requested by the City Council. City Manager Genovese
stated it is proposed to be presented as a stand-alone report. Council Member
Henderson stated she would be very disappointed if the only thing brought before
the City Council is whether or not the City is going to participate in this shelter
because her decision will be based on whether or not the City has the option to
support facilities in the east Valley.
Council Member Franklin explained what will be coming forward is a request to
provide funding of $103,000 per year for a period of ten years.
City Manager Genovese clarified Martha's Village and the Coachella Valley Rescue
Mission have both been included with the discussions at CVAG, and a request has
been made many times to include the needs of both areas of the Valley. He stated
Martha's Village and Coachella Valley Rescue Mission have discussed their
expansion plans but that has continually been put by the wayside; he added the
two organizations have not made a request to CVAG.
Council Member Henderson noted there may come a point where the City must be
the aggressor, and find out if there is an opportunity to do a joint effort, ensuring
that we are participating in an overall joint problem.
City Manager Genovese stated staff can contact Martha's Village and Coachella
Valley Rescue Mission for an update on their expansion plans and include it in the
staff report. He stated staff is unsure about the transferring of funds from the east
to the west.
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All other reports were noted and filed.
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DEPARTMENT REPORTS
City Attorney Jenson referenced a memo previously distributed to City Council
regarding an update on the Grand Jury investigation of Coachella Valley Mosquito
and Vector Control District. She requested direction on whether the City Council
would like to agendize this matter for discussion and possible re-appointment.
Council Member Henderson stated there is no reason to respond to the report. The
City Council concurred.
City Attorney Jenson announced she will be attending a conference as a presenter
on May 5, 2009, and that Assistant City Attorney John Ramirez will be attending
the next City Council meeting on her behalf.
Council Member Henderson invited staff and the Chamber of Commerce to attend
the Riverside County Division of the League of California Cities General Meeting to
be held at City Hall on May 11, 2009, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
Council Member Kirk recused himself from the following discussion due to a
potential conflict of interest as this project is a client of his employer.
Mayor Adolph stated he recently spoke at a Trilogy Homeowners Association
meeting, and the residents continue to have concerns about the landscape
maintenance fronting the Andalusia development, and the green screening on the
perimeter fencing. He stated he explained to the residents that a commitment to
install a wall is not there until the property is developed and that the developer has
cleaned up the area.
Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency meeting.
Council reconvened and recessed to and until 7:00 P.M.
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700 P_M_
PUBLIC COMMENT -None
PRESENTATIONS -None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION FOR
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 36089 FOR SUBDIVISION OF 8.45 GROSS ACRES
INTO TWO LOTS FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MILES AVENUE AND SEELEY DRIVE. DOLPHIN
LA QUINTA, LLC.
Planning Director Johnson presented the staff report.
Margo Tivo, of MMSA Consulting and representing Dolphin Partners, read a
letter into the record regarding the applicant's concern about Condition No.
73; and registered an objection to paying the Fringed-Toed Lizard Mitigation
Fee.
In response to Mayor Adolph, Planning Director Johnson explained there has
been discussion over the last several months about interpretation of the
project area and what is exempt. He stated the condition states if the
project is determined to be exempt, based on Chapter 3.34 of the Municipal
Code, they would not have to pay the fee; and that will be addressed as the
project goes through the process.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Planning Director Johnson
explained the ordinance that was approved by the City Council over a year
ago was a boiler-plate ordinance provided by CVAG, and the exemption
language is difficult to interpret. He confirmed staff will be coming back to
the City Council in the future with a recommendation to clarify the language;
and noted the condition on this project is a boiler-plate condition.
City Attorney Jenson stated the City Council can add language to the
condition stating "unless the City Council adopts a policy that exempts this
project."
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In response to Mayor Adolph, Planning Director Johnson explained other
cities in the Valley have been applying this condition stringently based on
whether or not the applicant has an active grading permit. He confirmed a
refund or credit process is available with the Coachella Valley Conservation
Commission.
In response to Council Member Henderson, City Attorney Jenson stated the
current language is already implicit; and suggested additional language be
added to the resolution stating "in accordance with Chapter 3.34 of the
Municipal Code and any subsequent policy adopted by the City Council."
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:16 p.m. There being
no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at
7:16 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-032
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA Q.UINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SUBDIVISION OF AN 8.451 ACRE
PROPERTY INTO TWO PARCELS FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES LOCATED
WITHIN THE CENTRE POINTE SPECIFIC PLAN BETWEEN MILES AVENUE
AND SEELEY DRIVE (TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 36089 - DOLPHIN
LA QUINTA, LLC.1
It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Henderson to adopt Resolution No.
2009-032 as amended. Motion carried unanimously.
2. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FISCAL
YEAR 2009/2010 THROUGH 2013/2014 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND
SAFETY CODE SECTION 33445(a).
Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Public Works Director Jonasson
listed the landscaping for the Jefferson Street Parkway Improvements project
as follows: installation of meandering sidewalks on both sides of the street; a
32-foot wide, drought-tolerant landscaping and asix-foot high wall on the
west side; a 20-foot setback with a 12-foot wide area of landscaping and a
wrought-iron fence on the east side; and landscaping on the south side of
the Whitewater Storm Channel.
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Public Works Director Jonasson stated the project design is scheduled to be
completed by late fall. He stated bids will go out in January or February
2010, and construction will begin after award of the contract.
Council Member Henderson commented on how long the residents have
waited for this project to be done and suggested moving faster with it.
Public Works Director Jonasson stated the bid specs can be ready for
implementation shortly after the 2009/2010 fiscal year begins.
Mayor Adolph stated the palm trees in the Airport Drive median have been
cleaned-up; and requested the installation of vertical landscaping contingent
upon funding being available. Public Works Director Jonasson explained the
challenge is providing irrigation in the area.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:31 p.m.
Marilyn Paige, 80-071 Palm Circle Drive, addressed the landscape
improvement area on Jefferson Street between Westward Ho and Highway
1 1 1; requested the entry to Westward Isle from Jefferson Street be
reinstated; and suggested a sound wall, similar to the other side, be installed
for visible continuity.
Bob Cleveland, 80-155 Palm Circle Drive, thanked Council Member
Henderson for requesting that the landscape improvements be expedited;
stated the Westward Isle Homeowners Association has not been able to
reinstate the entrance because of the delay of the landscape improvements.
Barbara Vince, 79-950 Horseshoe Road, expressed appreciation for the
Jefferson Street landscape improvements being scheduled.
Rick Willis, 79-940 Horseshoe Road, agreed with expediting the project and
stated the attenuation wall is most important to alleviate sound and dust
from Highway 111.
Joyce Sivley, 79-775 Westward Ho Drive, President of the Westward Ho
Property Association, spoke regarding how long the residents have waited
for the landscape project and the need for a sound wall; and encouraged the
City Council to approve the project.
There being no additional requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC
HEARING CLOSED at 7:43 p.m.
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Council Member Henderson inquired about when the drainage on Horseshoe
Road would be addressed. Public Works Director Jonasson stated bids for
that project will be opened in about three weeks.
Council Member Kirk commented on the residents being very patient and
orderly in addressing this matter.
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-033
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2009/2010 THROUGH
2013/2014 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND MAKING CERTAIN
FINDINGS PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 334451a)
AND CONSENTING TO THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR THE
IMPROVEMENTS.
It was moved by Council Members Kirk/Henderson to adopt Resolution No.
2009-033 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
3. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ORDINANCES AMENDING TITLE 9,
ZONING, AND TITLE 13, SUBDIVISION REGULATION TO: 1) UPDATE THE
LIST OF ZONES 19.20.0101: 2) UPDATE RESIDENTIAL REAR SETBACK
(9.50.0301; 3) UPDATE COVE RESIDENTIAL MINIMUM DWELLING UNIT
SIZE (9.50.030); 4) UPDATE FENCING REGULATIONS REGARDING VINYL
MATERIAL (9.50.0901; 5) CORRECT THE GUESTHOUSE PROVISIONS
(9.60.100); 6) REQUIRE A SPECIFIC PLAN IN CERTAIN COMMERCIAL
ZONING DISTRICTS (9.70.030 AND 9.90.0401; 7) IDENTIFY TOBACCO
AND ICE SKATING RELATED USES IN THE NON-RESIDENTIAL TABLE OF
PERMITTED USES (9.80.040); 8) ESTABLISH SUNSET PROVISIONS FOR
INACTIVE AND INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS (9.200.070 AND 13.04.0801;
91 AMEND PROCEDURES FOR MODIFICATION BY APPLICANT (9.200.0901;
101 CORRECT THE FINDINGS OF APPROVAL FOR TENTATIVE TRACT
MAPS (13.12.130-; 11) SPECIFY THE TIMING OF APPRAISALS FOR
PARKLAND FEES (13.48.060)P; AND 12) REMOVE TEXT REFERRING TO A
FORMER GENERAL PLAN POLICY (13.481.
Principal Planner Mogensen presented the staff report.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Planning Director Johnson
explained parkland fees must be paid prior to a final map being recording to
establish the value of the property; and stated staff is unsure whether this
practice stands out compared to other cities.
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City Attorney Jenson stated language can be added to make the provision of
notification by registered mail, certified mail, or some other mechanism to
verify delivery.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:56 p.m. There being
no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at
7:56 p.m.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin to take up
Ordinance No. 466 by title and number only and waive further reading.
Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 466
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE
TO: 1) UPDATE THE LIST OF ESTABLISHED ZONES (9.20.0101;
211DENTIFY THE EFFECTIVE DATE FOR LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
ZONED LOTS WHICH ARE PERMITTED A 10 FOOT REAR SETBACK
(9.50.0301; 3) IDENTIFY THE CORRECT COVE RESIDENTIAL MINIMUM
DWELLING UNIT SIZE IN TABLE 9-2 (9.50.0301; 4) IDENTIFY PROVISIONS
FOR THE USE OF VINYL FENCING MATERIALS (9.50.090); 5) CORRECT
THE GUESTHOUSE PROVISIONS IN THE RESIDENTIAL TABLE OF
PERMITTED USES (9.60.1001; 6) REQUIRE A SPECIFIC PLAN IN CERTAIN
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS FOR ALL PROJECTS OVER 10 ACRES IN
SIZE (9.70.030 & 9.90.040); 7) IDENTIFY TOBACCO AND ICE SKATING
RELATED USES IN THE NON-RESIDENTIAL TABLE OF PERMITTED USES
(9.80.0401; 8) ESTABLISH SUNSET PROVISIONS FOR INACTIVE AND
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS (9.200.070); AND 91 SPECIFY CRITERIA FOR
MODIFICATION BY APPLICANT PROCEDURES (9.200.090).
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to introduce Ordinance
No. 466 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Franklin, Henderson, Kirk, Sniff,
Mayor Adolph
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to take up
Ordinance No. 467 by title and number only and waive further reading.
Motion carried unanimously.
City Council Minutes 17 April 21, 2009
ORDINANCE NO. 467
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 13 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE
TO: 1) ESTABLISH SUNSET PROVISIONS FOR INACTIVE AND
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS (13.04.080-; 2) CORRECT THE MANDATORY
FINDINGS OF APPROVAL FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAPS (13.12.130-;
3) SPECIFY THE TIMING OF PARKLAND FEES (13.48.0801; AND
4) CORRECT AND REMOVE OUTDATED GENERAL PLAN POLICY
REFERENCES 113.48.090 AND 13.48 APPENDIX).
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin to introduce Ordinance No.
467 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Franklin, Henderson, Kirk, Sniff,
Mayor Adolph
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
4. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION
APPROVING AN INCREASE OF THE VEHICLE IMPOUND COST RECOVERY
FEE.
Police Chief Vigue presented the staff report.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 8:00 p.m. There being
no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at
8:00 p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 2009-034
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, INCREASING THE VEHICLE IMPOUND COST RECOVERY FEE.
It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Kirk to adopt Resolution No.
2009-034 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
City Council Minutes 18 April 21, 2009
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin
to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
'C/ERONICA J.~NTECINO, City Clerk
City of La Quanta, California