2010 01 05 CC MinutesLA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
JANUARY 5. 2010
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of
3:30 p.m. by Mayor Adolph.
PRESENT: Council Members Evans, Franklin, Henderson, Sniff, Mayor Adolph
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT -None
CLOSED SESSION -None
The City Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency and 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
Deborah McGarrey, 79-335 Camino Del Oro, introduced herself as the newly-
appointed Public Affairs Manager for Southern California Gas Company.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Mayor Adolph expressed his desire to make a comment on Consent Item No. 6
before approval.
ANNOUNCEMENTS -None
PRESENTATIONS
Queen Mom Barbara Preston, introduced Queen Scheherazade, Princess
Dunyazade, and Princess Jasmine; and invited everyone to attend the Riverside
County Fair and National Date Festival, February 12-21, 2010.
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS -None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Evans to approve the City
Council Minutes of December 15, 2009, as submitted. Motion carried
unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED JANUARY 5, 2010.
2. APPROVAL OF A RECIPIENT FOR THE 2010 SENIOR INSPIRATION AWARD
PROGRAM.
3. APPROVAL OF SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO.
476 AMENDING TITLE 8, CHAPTER 8.13, OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING.
4. APPROVAL OF THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
(PS&E) OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COSTS AND AUTHORIZATION TO
ADVERTISE FOR BID THE LAGUNA DE LA PAZ SOUND ATTENUATION
WALL IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 2008-01.
5. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 31681-3, ANDALUSIA,
CORAL OPTION 1, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2010-001)
6. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 31681-3, ANDALUSIA,
CORAL OPTION 1, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2010-002)
7. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING SPEED LIMITS FOR CERTAIN
LOCAL STREETS WITHIN THE VILLAGE AREA. (RESOLUTION NO.
20.10-003)
8. ACCEPTANCE OF FISCAL YEAR 2008-2009 SLURRY SEAL AND
RESTRIPING PROGRAM, PROJECT NO. 2008-11, AND APPROVAL OF
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 2.
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Item Nn_ R
Mayor Adolph expressed concern about the lack of landscape maintenance
at the Andalusia project and requested staff ensure the developer monitors
the offsite improvement maintenance.
Item No. 2
Council Member Henderson stated all of the applicants are deserving of the
Senior Inspiration Award and hopes some of the names submitted will be
presented again in the future.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Evans to approve the
Consent Calendar as recommended and with Item Nos. 5-7 being approved
by RESOLUTION NOS. 2010-001 through 2010-003 respectively. Motion
carried unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION OF PILLARS OF THE COMMUNITY NOMINATIONS.
Community Services Director Hylton presented the staff report.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Evans to approve the
following names to be added as Pillars of the Community: Paula Deal, Tom
Kirk, Mishael Patton, and Linda Williams. Motion carried unanimously.
2. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD.
City Clerk Montecino presented the staff report.
Council Member Sniff suggested advertising for additional applications and
bring this item back at the following meeting for appointment.
Council Members Franklin and Evans agreed.
Mayor Adolph stated Investment Advisory Board members have expressed
support to him to appoint Cristina Deniel to the Board.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin to direct staff to
advertise for applicants for the Investment Advisory Board and to schedule
interviews and consideration of appointment within 30 days.
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Mayor Adolph stated he does not support the motion because it is an
unnecessary process.
Motion carried by a vote of 4-1, Mayor Adolph dissenting.
3. CONSIDERATION OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES AT SILVERROCK RESORT
GOLF COURSE.
Community Services Director Hylton presented the staff report.
Council Member Sniff stated there is a potential for awkward and difficult
times with the canal regarding the time element of the additional work; and
asked what is the time element.
Assistant City Manager-Development Services Evans explained relocation of
pipes through the second golf course property is anticipated to be completed
during the summer months; and stated Coachella Valley Water District would
be able to abandon the canal and reconstruct the golf course during the
summer months of the following year.
Council Member Sniff asked how long it will take to reconstruct the golf
course. Assistant City Manager-Development Services Evans explained staff
is currently working with the consultants on the proposals and are looking at
working on the reconstruction during the summer time followed by the
growing time for the Bermuda grass base. Council Member Sniff asked if the
agreement would cover the next three years with the current operator.
Assistant City Manager-Development Services Evans explained if it is the
City Council's desire to retain Landmark, the time extension should be a
minimum of two to three years to complete reconstruction of the golf
course.
Council Member Sniff stated he has no desire to seek other golf course
management companies or to request for proposals.
Council Member Henderson stated it would be easy to envision this to take
up to three years and is comfortable with athree-year extension; stated -
there will be numerous challenges at the site and the current golf course
manager is very aware of those challenges.
Council Member Evans agreed and stated it is important to maintain the good
working relationship established with Landmark through the reconstruction of
the canal and golf course.
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Mayor Adolph stated it may take a little longer but it should be up to the City
Council to make the decision to extend the contract.
Andy Vossler, 49-910 Lago Drive, stated the success of the SilverRock
Resort golf course is credited to the efforts of Council Member Henderson to
implement a rate change in the construction of the golf course; and stated
there is unlimited potential for the golf course.
Mayor Adolph referenced the golf course hosting a panel discussion
regarding golf, and asked if a Landmark representative would be at the
event. Randy Duncan, Golf Course General Manager for Landmark, deferred
to Judy Vossler who explained the historical society will be holding a "Golf
Talk" event after the panel discussion at the golf course. Mr. Duncan further
explained no SilverRock Resort staff members will be participating in either
event, but will be on the premises and available to assist if needed.
Council Member Sniff asked if there is a need to extend the agreement or
should it be renegotiated. Mr. Vossler confirmed the existing agreement
suffices in general.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to authorize
staff to extend the existing Golf Course Management Agreement with
Landmark Golf Management, LLC for three years, and bring it back for City
Council approval. Motion carried unanimously.
4. CONSIDERATION OF FORMATION AND APPOINTMENT OF TWO MEMBERS
TO AN AD HOC COMMITTEE TO REVIEW THE 3RD QUARTER COMMUNITY
SERVICES GRANT REQUESTS.
Community Services Director Hylton presented the staff report.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Franklin to establish
an Ad Hoc Committee to consider 3rd quarter grant requests. Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Sniff to appoint
Council Members Evans and Franklin to serve on the Ad Hoc Committee to
consider 3`d quarter grant requests. Motion carried unanimously.
STUDY SESSION -None
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REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Palm Springs Desert Resort Communities Convention & Visitors Authority -Council
Member Evans reported the Authority is working through the transitions with the
JPIA, establishing bylaws, and budgetary processes.
League of California Cities - Council Member Henderson reported the next
Riverside County Division General Meeting will be held in Banning on Monday,
January 11, 2010; and stated she will be leaving for the National League of Cities
Annual Conference on Wednesday and return on Saturday.
Bob Hope Classic Fund Distribution Committee -Mayor Adolph reported he has
interviewed Gloria Gomez from Martha's Kitchen and the Coachella Valley
Educational Foundation and explained the Committee will be making a decision on
awarding funds Friday, January 8, 2010.
All other reports were noted and filed.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
2-A. REPORT ON AB 26 4x SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL REVENUE
AUGMENTATION FUNDS (ERAF)
In response to Council Member Sniff, City Attorney Jenson explained the
City was able to make the payment, but from different funding sources.
Council Member Henderson asked if the question in the staff report referred
to the ability to make the SERAF payment. City Attorney Jenson explained
the verbiage was included to clarify inquiries from the City Council; and
stated the transaction made was in compliance with the governing provision
in AB 26 4x.
Council Member Franklin agreed that particular section was not explained
clearly in the department report.
7-A. SUMMARY OF SENATE BILL 375
In response to Council Member Sniff, Planning Director Johnson explained
the bill will force the City to combine the regional housing needs assessment
allocation with the transportation plan and land use plan. He further
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explained a regional committee has been established to address the green
house gas emission targets; Southern California Associations of
Governments is actively working and pursuing the targets; and stated the
key target date to establish sustainable community strategy for the Coachella
Valley and La C!uinta is September 2010.
Council Member Sniff stated he would like to see line specific bullet points
regarding the effects of the bill to the City. He stated he is not entirely sold
on the baselines established for global warming and green house gas
emissions; and requested more defined information regarding the direct
effects to the City. Planning Director Johnson stated the issue at question is
how to implement the requirements of SB 375.
Council Member Henderson noted when the League of California Cities got
involved with this legislation it was introduced as a two-year bill; stated
Council Member Sniff's concerns are shared by many; expressed her concern
about the lack of recognition of local agencies' efforts, and stated there is an
understanding that recognition will be given to the percentage of local
agencies that have begun to establish targets when presented at the State
level.
Council Member Evans conveyed appreciation for staff providing the
background information regarding AB 26 4x as the City Council becomes
more familiar with this issue.
Mayor Adolph requested a report on the sobriety checkpoints conducted
during the holidays. Police Chief Vigue reported there were no major
incidents overall during the holidays; stated extra patrols were provided in
the business district for the holiday season. Mayor Adolph asked if there
were any comments from the citizens; and Police Chief Vigue stated he has
not received any comments.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
Council Member Franklin recognized the election of Council Member Henderson to
the Board of the National League of Cities. She noted this is an honor and asked if
a press release was issued. City Manager Genovese confirmed a press release has
.been provided.
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Council Member Sniff asked about the status of relocating the art piece at the
northeast corner of Highway 111 and Washington Street, and requested a staff
report be presented at a future meeting.
Mayor Adolph stated Mr. Shovlin has not been successful in being able to contact
the artist. City Manager Genovese confirmed Mr. Shovlin has attempted contact
with the artist but to no avail; and stated staff can provide a report regarding the
steps of action at the next meeting.
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Council Member Henderson expressed concern about reading the article in The
Desert Sun this past weekend regarding credit card purchases at the City of Indio;
and explained the reference to a past issue of credit card purchases at the City of
La Quinta was aone-time occurrence and the issue has been rectified.
700 P_M_
PUBLIC COMMENT -None
PRESENTATIONS -None
PUBLIC HEARINGS -None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin
to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
Respectf 11y submitted,
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VERONICA J. TECINO, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California