2010 06 01 CC MinutesLA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
JUNE 1, 2010
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of
1:00 p.m. by Mayor Adolph who led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT: Council Members Evans, Franklin, Henderson, Sniff, Mayor Adolph
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT -None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA -Confirmed
- None
PRESENTATIONS
Beth Foley, Manager of the La Quinta Library and Joanna Wickman, Museum
Manager, presented their quarterly reports.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS -None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Evans to approve the City
Council Minutes of May 18, 2010, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED JUNE 1, 2010.
2. APPROVAL OF THE DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY.
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3. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARCEL MAP 33954, PHOENIX ROW
III, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2010-038)
4. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARCEL MAP 33954, PHOENIX
ROW III, LLC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2010-039)
5. APPROVAL OF A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF
RIVERSIDE FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE MONROE STREET-
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS, APPROPRIATION OF
FUNDING, APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEER'S
ESTIMATE (PS&E) AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BID THE
MONROE STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT
NO. 2009-21.
6. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
(PS&E) OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COSTS AND. AUTHORIZATION TO
ADVERTISE FOR BID THE JEFFERSON STREET PARKWAY LANDSCAPE
IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 2009-166.
7. APPROVAL TO EXCUSE COMMISSIONER MARIA PUENTE'S ABSENCE
FRONT THE JUNE 17, .2010, HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING.
8. APPROVAL OF REVISIONS TO JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER AND MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT.
9. APPROVAL OF EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
LA QUINTA AND THE CITY MANAGER.
10: ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA QUINTA AND THE
LA QUINTA CITY EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-
. 2011. (RESOLUTION NO. 2010-040)
11. APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE DESIGN AND
PAINTING OF SIGNAL BOXES AND ELECTRICAL SERVICE CABINETS AT
VARIOUS NORTHERN CITY LOCATIONS.
12. APPROVAL OF A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH COACHELLA VALLEY WATER
DISTRICT FOR USE OF THE WELL SITE AT PIONEER PARK.
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13. APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BID THE SPORTS COMPLEX
REHABILITATION, PROJECT NO. 2007-19.
14. APPROVAL OF OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER-
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES TO ATTEND ARBITRATION HEARING IN SAN
FRANCISCO, MAY 17-18, 2010.
15. APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATION OF FUNDING WITH PW CONSTRUCTION
APPROVED ON MAY 4, 2010.
16. AUTHORIZATION OF OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR ONE MEMBER OF THE CITY
COUNCIL TO ATTEND THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES REVENUE .AND
TAXATION COMMITTEE MEETING TO BE HELD IN SACRAMENTO,
CALIFORNIA, JUNE 17, 2010.
17. AUTHORIZATION OF OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR ONE MEMBER OF THE CITY
COUNCIL TO ATTEND THE NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES BOARD OF
DIRECTORS MEETING TO BE HELD IN RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA, JULY 8-10,
2010.
18. AUTHORIZATION OF OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR FOUR MEMBERS OF THE
CITY COUNCIL TO ATTEND THE 2010 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO BE HELD IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA,
SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2010.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin to approve the
Consent Calendar as recommended and with Item Nos. 3, 4 and 10 being
approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 2010-038 through 2010-040 respectively.
Motion carried unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION OF AN EXTENSION OF THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR MANAGEMENT OF THE LIBRARY AND
MUSEUM.
Community Services Director Hylton presented the staff report.
In response to Mayor Adolph, Community Services Director Hylton confirmed
the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is the same as the
previous MOU.
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MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin to approve a
five-year extension to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the
County of Riverside Economic Development Agency for management of the
Library and Museum. Motion carried unanimously.
2. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 2, SECTION
2.95.030 (MEMBERS) OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO
THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION.
Community Services Director Hylton presented the staff report.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Evans to take up
Ordinance No. 481 by title and number only and waive further reading.
Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 481
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2.95, SECTION 2.95.030
(MEMBERS) OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Evans to introduce Ordinance No.
481 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Evans, Franklin, Henderson, Sniff,
Mayor Adolph
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
3. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS BOARDS,
COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES.
There were no changes to the staff. report as submitted and on file inthe
City Clerk-Department.
Mayor Adolph explained the. interview and appointment process; thanked the
applicants for their interest. in serving the community and expressed the
difficulty of choosing from the many qualified applicants.
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INVESTMENT ADVISORY BOARD (4 vacancies)
Mayor Adolph requested the City Clerk list the requirements for serving on
the Investment Advisory Board.
The following applicants for the Investment Advisory Board gave a brief
presentation on their background and qualifications:
David Alan Park
Andrea Spirtos
Council Member Sniff suggested staff be directed to advertise to fill the
remaining vacancies.
Council Member Sniff recommended the City Attorney be excused from the
interviews. The City Council concurred.
Ballot No. 1
Mayor Adolph voted for
Council Member Evans voted for
Council Member Franklin voted for
Council Member Henderson voted for
Council Member Sniff voted for
David Alan Park and Andrea Spirtos
David Alan Park and Andrea Spirtos
David Alan Park
David Alan Park and Andrea Spirtos
David Alan Park and Andrea Spirtos
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to appoint
David Alan Park and Andrea Spirtos to serve three-year terms on the
Investment Advisory Board, effective July 1, 2010, and directed staff to re-
advertise for additional applicants for the two remaining vacancies. Motion
carried by a vote of 4-1, Council Member Franklin dissenting.
ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE (1 vacancy)
The following applicants for the Architecture and Landscape Review
Committee gave a brief presentation on their background and qualifications:
Kevin McCune
Robert Robinson
Ray Rooker
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BALLOT NO. 1
Mayor Adolph voted for Ray Rooker
Council Member Evans voted for Kevin McCune
Council Member Franklin voted for Kevin McCune
Council Member Henderson voted for Kevin McCune
Council Member Sniff voted for Robert Robinson
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to appoint
Kevin McCune to serve atwo-year term on the Architecture and Landscape
Review Committee, effective July 1, 2010. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION (3 vacancies)
The following applicants for the Community Services Commission gave a
brief presentation on their background and qualifications:
Sharrell Blakeley
Heather Engel
Kathleen Fitzpatrick
Gerald London
Philip Werber
BALLOT NO. 1
Mayor Adolph voted for
Council Member Evans voted for
Council Member Franklin voted for
Council Member Henderson voted for
Council Member Sniff voted for
Sharrell Blakeley (1 year terml;
Heather Engel and Kathleen
Fitzpatrick (2 year terms)
Sharrell Blakeley (1 yea r term);
Heather Engel .and . Kathleen
Fitzpatrick (2 year terms)
Sharrell. Blakeley and Kathleen
Fitzpatrick (2 year termsl; Heather
Engel (1 year term)
Sharrell Blakeley (1 yea r term);
Heather .Engel and Kathleen
Fitzpatrick (2 year terms)
Sharrell Blakeley and Kathleen
Fitzpatrick (2 year terms); Heather
Engel (1 year term)
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Franklin to appoint
Heather Engel and Kathleen Fitzpatrick to serve two-year terms and Sharrell
Blakeley to serve cone-year, unexpired term on the Community Services
Commission, effective July 1, 2010. Motion carried unanimously.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION (2 vacancies)
The following applicants for the Historic Preservation Commission gave a
brief presentation on their background and qualifications:
Laurie Muhlhauser
John Puff
Peggy Redmon
Robert Wright
Ballot No. 1
Mayor Adolph voted for
Council Member Evans voted for
Council Member Franklin voted for
Council Member Henderson voted for
Council Member Sniff voted for
Peggy Redmon Inon-professional) and
Robert Wright (professional)
Peggy Redmon Inon-professional) and
Robert Wright (professional)
Peggy Redmon (non-professional) and
Robert Wright (professional)
Peggy Redmon Inon-professional) and
Robert Wright (professionaq
Peggy Redmon (non-professional) and
Robert Wright (professional)
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Evans to appoint Peggy
Redmon (non-professional) and Robert Wright (professional) to serve three-
year terms on the Historic Preservation Commission, effective July 1, 2010.
Motion carried unanimously.
The City Council took a recess at this time.
The City Council meeting was reconvened.
HOUSING COMMISSION. (5 vacancies)
The following applicants for the Housing Commission gave a brief
presentation on their background and qualifications:
Non-Tenant
Joan Bittle
Dennis Byerly
John Jamison
Teresa La Rocca
Sue Marie Leidner
Gerald London
Sean Swinford
Kay Wolff
Tenant
Pam Dorse
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(Carole Breithaupt, Corry Hunter (non-tenant) and Esperanza PolanCO (tenant)
were not present)
Ballot No. 1 (Non-Tenant)
Mayor Adolph voted for
Council Member Evans voted for
Council Member Franklin voted for
Council Member Henderson voted for
Council Member Sniff voted for
John Jamison, Teresa La Rocca,
Sue Marie Leidner
Dennis Byerly, John Jamison,
Teresa La Rocca
Teresa La Rocca, Sue Marie Leidner,
Kay Wolff
John Jamison, Sue Marie Leidner,
Kay Wolff
John Jamison, Teresa La Rocca,
Sue Marie Leidner
Ballot No. 1 (Tenant)
Mayor Adolph voted for Pam Dorsey
Council Member Evans voted for Pam Dorsey
Council Member Franklin voted for Pam Dorsey
Council Member Henderson voted for Pam' Dorsey
Council Member Sniff voted for Pam Dorsey
MOTION - it was moved by Council Members Sniff/Evans to appoint John
Jamison, Teresa La Rocca and Sue Marie Leidner (non-tenants) to serve one-
year terms and Pam Dorsey (tenant) to serve atwo-year term on the Housing
Commission, effective July 1, 2010, and directed staff to re-advertise for
applicants to fill one tenant vacancy. Motion carried unanimously.
PLANNING COMMISSION (3 vacancies)
The following applicants for the Planning Commission gave a brief
presentation on their background and qualifications:
Edward Alderson
Katie Barrows
Kay Ladner
Mark Weber
(Frank -Blum withdrew his application and Andrea Spirtos withdrew her
application due to her appointment to the Investment Advisory Boardl.
(Chris Hermann and John Klimkiewicz were not present)
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Ballot No. 1
Mayor Adolph voted for
Council Member Evans voted for
Council Member Franklin voted for
Council Member Henderson voted for
Council Member Sniff voted for
Edward Alderson, Katie Barrows,
Mark Weber
Katie Barrows, Kay Ladner,
Mark Weber
Edward Alderson, Katie Barrows,
Mark Weber
Edward Alderson, Katie Barrows,
Mark Weber
Edward Alderson, Katie Barrows,
Mark Weber
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to appoint
Edward Alderson, Katie Barrows and Mark Weber to serve two-year terms on
the Planning Commission, effective July 1, 2010. Motion carried
unanimously.
STUDY SESSION -None
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Palm Springs Desert Resort Communities Convention & Visitors Authority -Council
Member Evans reported a .proof of the "Bring Your Physician Home" program
brochure is ready for review.
Mayor Adolph stated he attended Memorial Day services at the Coachella Valley
Cemetery.
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All other reports were noted and filed.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS -None
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
Mayor Adolph spoke regarding the median landscaping on Miles Avenue and
reported the City of Indio has indicated they do not have resources to partially fund
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the landscaping costs; and he asked if the City can do something on a temporary
basis.
Council Member Henderson noted the City would have to maintain the landscaping.
City Manager Genovese stated staff will bring back alternatives for the City
Council's consideration.
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Mayor Adolph voiced concern about the "Beat the Jew" game students at
La Quinta High School are participating in and commented on the activity being
unacceptable. He requested the City Council convey their objection to the activity;
and reported he will have an opportunity to discuss the issue with Principal Salazar.
Although no legal action can be taken, he feels the City Council should go on
record that they do not condone or tolerate the activity.
Council Member Henderson stated the City Council obviously objects to the
behavior and conveyed her shock that the. students knowingly participate in the
activity. She stated the behavior reflects back to the parents of the students and
is disappointed that people still have that type of mentality.
Council Member Sniff stated teenagers do outlandish things but the problem is if
that type of behavior is repeated.
Council Member Henderson conveyed her support for any. program the School
District could present to the student body abhorring this type of activity.
Council Member Sniff stated he feels the school should be responsible for
addressing the issue with the students. Council Member Henderson disagreed with
the school being responsible but agreed they should participate in trying to address
the issue. Mayor Adolph stated Principal Salazar is attempting to address the issue
by bringing in a tolerance group to address the student body.
Council Member Sniff suggested sending a letter to the school indicating the City
Council's objection to the activity and encouraging the School District to deal with
it effectively.
Council Member Franklin conveyed support for notifying the students that the
community does not support this type of behavior, and requested the letter depict
the City Council's objection to this type of behavior in general.
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Mayor Adolph confirmed the City Council's concurrence to send a letter to the
School District conveying displeasure and objection to this type of behavior and
support for teaching tolerance to the students.
Council Member Franklin reported she and Assistant City Manager-Management
Services Plumlee attended the Salton Sea Symposium and stated there was
agreement that a solution must be made to address the environmental and health
hazard created by evaporation of the water; and stated all communities, along with
Riverside and Imperial Counties, must work together for a solution.
PUBLIC HEARINGS -None
Council recessed to the Redevelopment Agency meeting and to Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION
1. Evaluation of City Attorney Performance pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957.
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, the City Council concurred to adjourn.
Respectf ily submitted,
VERONICA J. NTECINO, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California