2009 09 01 CC MinutesLA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 1, 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 Evans, Franklin, Henderson, Sniff, Mayor Adolph
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT
Brad Sobel, 420 Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, commented on the proposal to be
discussed in Closed Session; stated his request is in the best interest of the City;
the anchor tenant 124 Hour Fitness) has left the development; proposed tenant
(In-N-Out Burger) is welcomed in the community and will generate jobs and tax
revenue to the City. He reviewed the specifics of the one-year agreement and
stated Dune Palms Road and Highway 111 is an ideal location. He asked the City
to provide security to progress with development.
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR 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 THE 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 REAL PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTHWEST OF THE
INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY 111 AND LA QUINTA CENTRE DRIVE.
PROPERTY OWNER/NEGOTIATOR: TORRE NISSAN, GEORGE VELARDE
AND DODGE CITY, KENT SOWELL.
3. CONFERENCE WITH THE 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 REAL PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS APN: 600-030-
017, LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF HIGHWAY 111 AND
DUNE PALMS ROAD; PROPERTY OWNER/NEGOTIATORS: HIGHWAY ONE
ELEVEN PARTNERS, LLC, BRAD SOBEL
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Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency and to Closed Session to and until
the hour of 4:00 p.m.
400 P_M_
Mayor Adolph led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Stan Ford, of Desert Recreation District, announced the new catalog has been
distributed; thanked the City Council for sponsoring the Pet Parade event and
invited the members to judge the event. He reported the District will be providing
water activities at the Pool Party.
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Carolyn Todd, 48-649 Paseo Tarazo, commented on the green fence liners being
unsightly; requested they be removed and the vacant property be allowed to revert
back to its natural state.
Public Works Director Jonasson stated staff will follow-up with the properties
mentioned, but explained the fences help with dust control and prevent exposure
of the chemical stabilizer to the public.
Council Member Henderson stated part of the fence on Washington Street near
Avenue 48 is down. Public Works Director Jonasson stated staff will look into the
matter.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA -Confirmed
ANNOUNCEMENTS -None
PRESENTATIONS -None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS -None
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Evans to approve the City
Council Minutes of August 4, 2009, as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED AUGUST 18, 2009 AND
SEPTEMBER 1, 2009.
2. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE HUMAN RESOURCES/
RISK MANAGER TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS
INSURANCE AUTHORITY ANNUAL RISK MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE IN
SAN FRANCISCO ON OCTOBER 28-30, 2009.
3. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF A
FINAL MAP FOR PARCEL MAP 35845, HIGHLAND LA QUINTA II, LLC.
4. APPROVAL OF NEW JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTION
SUPERVISOR AND PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTORS I AND II.
5. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 FOR HIGHWAY 111
PHASE III STREET IMPROVEMENTS (POINT HAPPY WAY TO WEST CITY
LIMITS) PROJECT NO. 2006-04.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve
the Consent Calendar as recommended and with Item No. 3 being approved
by RESOLUTION NO. 2009-068. Motion carried unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION TO APPOINT A MEMBER TO THE BOB HOPE CLASSIC
FUND DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE
The staff report remained unchanged and is on file in the City Clerk
Department.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Franklin/Sniff to appoint Mayor
Adolph as the City representative to the Bob Hope Classic Fund Distribution
Committee. Motion carried 4-1 with Council Member Evans dissenting.
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STUDY SESSION -None
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Palm Springs Desert Resort Communities Convention & Visitors Authority -Council
Member Evans reported they have launched an air program with the airlines at the
Palm Springs International Airport to promote and market the local communities.
All other reports were noted and filed.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1. MEETING SCHEDULE FOR JOINT CITY COUNCIL/COMMISSION MEETINGS
City Clerk Montecino presented the staff report.
The City Council concurred to schedule the meeting on October 27, 2009,
beginning at 5:00 p.m., and to be held in the Study Session Room.
2. VOLUNTEER POLICE AND FIREFIGHTER'S ANNUAL DINNER AND HOLIDAY
OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE
City Clerk Montecino presented the staff report.
The City Council concurred to schedule the Police and Firefighter's Annual
Dinner on Thursday, November 5, 2009 and the Holiday Open House on
Thursday, December 10, 2009.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
Council Member Evans stated she attended the La Quinta Middle School Police
Cadet Academy graduation ceremony; and recommended a letter from the City
Council be sent to the team leaders of this event for their leadership and passion of
bringing a positive influence in the community.
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Council Member Henderson complimented Public Works Director Jonasson and
staff on the slurry seal and restriping project and expressed concern about the new
configuration of striping on Avenida Bermudas. Public Works Director Jonasson
explained the striping is being adjusted on Avenida Bermudas to allow additional
space between residents' driveways and the traffic.
Mayor Adolph asked if there have been any traffic problems on Highway 111 at
Point Happy. Public Works Director Jonasson stated there was heavier traffic
during the first few Fridays of the project and the weekends.
Council Member Evans requested a status on the feedback of the street widening
project on Highway 111 from the businesses at Point Happy. Public Works
Director Jonasson stated some businesses have taken advantage of the activity
during the rock removal, and others have requested assistance marketing and
drawing customers to both shopping centers.
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Council Member Henderson asked if the new signs for the Village are displayed
temporarily for feedback from the public. Public Works Director Jonasson
confirmed and explained there are four different types of signs displayed
throughout the area and they are scheduled to be removed soon for installation of
the permanent signs.
7:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Ellen Burr, 49-725 Avenida Montero, expressed concern about the dead Palm Trees
at the Watercolors development. City Attorney Jenson explained staff has been in
contact with the developer and is working on rectifying the issue by pursuing their
bonds.
PRESENTATIONS -None
PUBLIC HEARINGS -None
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The City Council recessed to Closed Session as delineated on Page 1.
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 Act).
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Adolph adjourned the meeting.
Respect Ily submitted,
VERONICA ONTECINO, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California