2011 06 21 CC MinutesLA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
JUNE 21, 2011
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 - None
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS, SKI HARRISON AND THOMAS
P. GENOVESE REGARDING NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE LA QUINTA CITY
EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54957.6 MEET AND CONFER PROCESS
2. EVALUATION OF CITY ATTORNEY PERFORMANCE PER GOVERNMENT
CODE SECTION 54957
The City Council recessed 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 Act).
Mayor Adolph led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Katie Barrows, member of the Stewards of the Fred Wolff Nature Preserve and
Trice Healy, a Ben Franklin School teacher, gave an update on the Nature Walk
Program and the collaboration with the local schools; and thanked Community
Services Department staff for their assistance.
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CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
City Manager Genovese requested to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 16 from the
agenda and stated this item will be brought back to the City Council at a later date.
ANNOUNCEMENTS None
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Adolph presented a proclamation to Building & Safety Director Tom Hartung
for his dedicated service to the City upon his retirement.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff /Franklin to approve the City
Council Minutes of June 7, 2011, as amended to include a motion to excuse the
absence of Council Member Evans. Motion carried by a vote of 4 -0 -1 with Council
Member Evans abstaining.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff /Franklin to approve the City
Council Special Meeting Minutes of June 14, 2011, as submitted. Motion carried
unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED JUNE 21, 2011
2. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED
APRIL 30, 2011
3. RECEIVE AND FILE TREASURER'S REPORT DATED APRIL 30, 2011
4. APPROVAL OF THE DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY
5. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARCEL MAP 33954, PHOENIX ROW
III, LLC (RESOLUTION NO. 2011-046)
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6. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 31202 -1, RANCHO
SANTANA, DESERT CHEYENNE, INC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2011-047)
7. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 31202 -3, RANCHO
SANTANA, OAK TREE INDUSTRIES, INC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2011-048)
8. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 31202 -4, RANCHO
SANTANA, OAK TREE INDUSTRIES, INC. (RESOLUTION NO. 2011-049)
9. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR TWO ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGERS TO ATTEND THE ICSC WESTERN
CONFERENCE IN SAN DIEGO, CA ON SEPTEMBER 7 -9, 2011
10. AUTHORIZATION OF OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR FOUR MEMBERS OF THE
CITY COUNCIL TO ATTEND THE 2011 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 21 -23, 2011 IN SAN
FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
11. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARCEL MAP 33954, PHOENIX
ROW 111, LLC (RESOLUTION NO. 2011-050)
12. APPROVAL OF AN ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION AGREEMENT BY AND
BETWEEN CP DEVELOPMENT LA QUINTA AND LA QUINTA RETIREMENT
RESIDENCE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF WASHINGTON STREET AND MILES AVENUE
PURSUANT TO THE DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
13. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
TO PLACE COLLECTION COSTS FOR SOLID WASTE HANDLING SERVICES
AT SINGLE- FAMILY DWELLINGS ON THE TAX ROLLS (RESOLUTION NO.
2011-051)
14. APPROVAL OF THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEERS ESTIMATE
FOR THE WASHINGTON STREET TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS AT
EISENHOWER DRIVE / CALLE TAMPICO - PROJECT NO. 2010-09,
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO AWARD THE
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT, ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION
CONSENTING TO THE EXPENDITURE OF REDEVELOPMENT FUNDS FOR
THE IMPROVEMENTS, AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS PURSUANT TO
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HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 33445(a) WITH RESPECT TO SUCH
EXPENDITURES (RESOLUTION NO. 2011-52)
15. APPROVAL OF THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
(PS &E) OF PROBABLE CONSTRUCTION COSTS, AND AUTHORIZATION TO
ADVERTISE FOR BID THE AVENUE 50 AT PARK AVENUE DRAINAGE
IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 2010-03, AND THE AVENUE 48 AT
JEFFERSON STREET DRAINAGE AND LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS,
PROJECT NO. 2010 -04
16. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING A COST SHARING AGREEMENT
AMONG THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, THE CITY OF LA
QUINTA, AND THE COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT FOR THE
RECONSTRUCTION OF THE COACHELLA CANAL, A REGIONAL WATER
CONVEYANCE SYSTEM, WITHIN THE SILVERROCK PROPERTY AND
MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE
SECTION 33445 WITH RESPECT TO THE AGENCY'S EXPENDITURE
17. APPROVAL TO RESCIND APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING AMONG THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, THE COUNTY OF
RIVERSIDE, AND THE COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF
GOVERNMENTS REGARDING THE POTENTIAL WIDENING OF FRED
WARING DRIVE, BETWEEN ADAMS STREET AND PORT MARIA ROAD
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff /Henderson to approve
the Consent Calendar as recommended and amended with the exception of
Item No. 16 and with Item Nos. 5 through 8, 11, and 13 through 15 being
approved by RESOLUTION NOS. 2011-046 through 2011-052, respectively.
Motion carried unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION
1: CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE INVESTMENT POLICY
OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012
Finance Director Falconer presented the staff report
Council Member Henderson asked if the collateralized bank deposit is a new
vehicle being used. Finance Director Falconer explained the program hasn't
been in use often as the program utilizes 150% of mortgages as security and
has lost favor recently because of the downturn of the housing market;
further explained the program: proposed by staff will be secured by treasury
securities and the collateral will be held by a third party entity and backed by
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treasuries, and will be necessary to maintain the 110% at all times to
guarantee the principal of the .investment. Council Member Henderson
stated the Investment Advisory Board is active in making these types of
recommendations and asked if this was considered by the Board. Finance
Director Falconer explained this is the first year this program has been
brought before the Investment Advisory Board for consideration.
Council Member Sniff commended the efforts of the Board and the
leadership of staff.
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-053
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE AMENDED INVESTMENT
POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012
It was moved by Council Members Sniff /Evans to adopt Resolution No.
2011-053 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
2. CONSIDERATION OF A DRAFT RELOCATION PLAN FOR 78 -181 AVENIDA
LA FONDA (770-125-003), 78-182 AVENIDA LA FONDA- (770-124-007),
AND 78 -153 MAIN STREET (770-124-004)
Economic Development Project Manager Powell presented the staff report.
Redevelopment Consultant Spevacek reviewed the Draft Relocation Plan and
the process of approval and implementation.
Council Member Sniff asked what kind of information, and /or counseling is
staff proving to the residents to enable them to make a well informed
decision. Redevelopment Consultant Spevacek explained staff assists
residents to find rental property or purchase property, seek eligibility of
payments, moving, and inspection of the unit prior to moving in to insure
they are safe and sanitary.
Council Member Sniff asked if there are several options presented to the
residents so they are able to make a well- informed choice. Redevelopment
Consultant Spevacek confirmed, and explained by law the resident must be
presented with three or four options.
Mayor Adolph stated staff is familiar with this process and RSG Consulting
has proven to show they know what they are doing.
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Council Member Evans asked if a situation occurs where residents may not
be able to afford a rental or purchase property, are there other areas in La
Quinta available. Redevelopment Consultant Spevacek' explained assistance
is given to residents with limited income to provide an opportunity to move
into one of the City's housing developments or an adjacent city's affordable
housing units, and if that does not work, staff'consults residents to find a
suitable location where their relocation assistance is not exhausted; and
further stated there is a limit to how much advice staff is able to provide,
although. staff attempts to provide enough information where residents can
make prudent .decisions without telling them what to do.
Council Member Evans asked if there is a provision where relocated residents
are given priority consideration at an affordable housing unit.
Redevelopment Consultant Spevacek explained that existing law provides
first priority to a resident if dislocated due to Council action, and is moved to
the front of the list for consideration.
Council Member Evans stated resources, in terms of logistics, are clear, and
asked if staff provides assistance and reviews them with the residents.
Redevelopment Consultant Spevacek explained staff reviews the
documentation with the residents and provides translation assistance to
explain the process.
Council Member Henderson stated the history with this type of project from
RSG Consulting is superior.
MOTION — It was moved by Council Members Sniff /Henderson to
conceptually approve the Relocation Plan for 78181 and 78182 Avenida La
Fonda and 78153 Main Street and authorize the City Manager to submit the
Relocation Plan to the State Department of Housing and Community
Development. Motion carried unanimously.
3. CONSIDERATION OF FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012 PRELIMINARY BUDGET
Mayor asked if the Redevelopment Agency Chair would like to open the
Agency meeting at this time to address the Agency budget along with the
City budget. City Manager Genovese explained the Redevelopment Agency
budget has been taken up separately on the Agency agenda in the past.
Chairperson Henderson called the Redevelopment Agency meeting to order.
City Manager Genovese presented an overview of the City budget and
reviewed the financial summary.
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Council Member Sniff requested staff announce the page number when
presenting the staff report.
Finance Director Falconer explained the process of compiling the preliminary
budget; reviewed the Executive Summary and General Fund Revenues and
Expenditures.
Council Member Franklin commended staff for the compilation of the staff
report and preliminary budget.
Mayor Adolph requested confirmation of a balance of $35 million in liquid
reserves. Finance Director Falconer confirmed and explained $3.1 million
would have to be taken out for this year's budget, and left with $32 million
in liquid reserves, plus $7.5 million for the next three year, which brings the
total to $40 million.
Mayor Adolph asked if staff considered the worst case scenario of the
adoption of the State budget.; Finance Director Falconer explained the
preliminary budget was compiled on the most updated information available
regarding the State budget; with the repayment of the $41 advances, the
only vulnerability of the City at an operational standpoint is the $1.6 million
the Redevelopment Agency makes to the City may be in jeopardy, and the
$2.3 million operational deficit would increase to $3.8 million if the
Redevelopment Agency was eliminated.
City Manager Genovese stated the short answer is that it has not been
factored into the preliminary budget; should the budget be adopted, instead
of having a $2.3 million dollar deficit, it would increase to $4 million unless a
mechanism is found to fill in the gap, the deficit would remain this year as
well as the future years; although the City has a healthy reserve, it will be
depleted without a revenue source.
Council Member Evans conveyed her concern of depleting the $35 million
reserve in the next eight years.
Mayor Adolph stated a factor is to increase the assessment for the lighting
and landscaping district.
Council Member Henderson stated the increase of the lighting and landscape
assessment would have been sold to the residents during better economic
times; and stated she prefers to present a positive message to the residents.
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Mayor Adolph stated the City Council has been discussion this issue for
many years and the time has come to take action.
Council Member Henderson stated some of the financial decisions should be
postponed until it is known what will transpire with the State budget.
Mayor Adolph stated there is no grant funding the preliminary budget.
Finance Director Falconer stated the funding for the Soroptimists has been
included; and explained the City Equipment Replacement Fund, Information &
Technology Fund were reduced, and charges to the Park Equipment
Replacement Fund were deferred to reduce the operational deficit in the
budget; and additional recommendation proposed by the _City Manager were
included.
Mayor Adolph stated he will not support the final, budget if there is no grant
funding included.
Council Member Henderson stated the most important thing is this city's
revenue stream which is based on a few factors and must adjust the budget
to accommodate services; explained the reserve .funding is based on $35
million plus $4 million which was mainly derived from building permit fees;
and commended staff for conducting good planning for many years; and
referred to page 1.2 of the staff report depicting the generous financial
support the City provides to various community events; and suggested the
City Council revisit the grant program after the State has adopted their
budget, as she will not support any increases to the Community Services
Grant program.
Paul Merrigan, President, of the Concours d'Elegance, reported the event
was held in February 2011 which attracted many visitors from out of the
State and filled up local hotels, increasing expenditures to $1.1 million and
approximately $800,000 in auction revenue; explained added features of the
event, and stated the bankruptcy status of the La Quinta Resort has delayed
the marketing program of next year's event.
Council Member Henderson asked if there is a rumor of moving the event to
a different .site. Mr. Merrigan explained additional layers have been
scheduled at another facility which will double the amount of visitors to the
event; stated every national and international magazine depicted the
beautiful weather in this area when most areas are buried in snow during the
winter months.
In response to Council Member Evans, Mr. Merrigan explained the category
of the classic car auction is an enormous fiscal element of the. event and is in
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conversation with three major national auction companies to come to La
Quinta. Council Member Henderson requested Mr. Merrigan keep the City
posted of the progress.
Mayor Adolph asked if a Concours d'Elegance was held in Los Angeles this
weekend. Mr. Merrigan explained there are smaller events held in other
areas between May and early September, but the Pebble Beach Concours
d'Elegance is the world champion of all the events and the Desert Classic
Concours d'Elegance is definitely on the 'must do' list and rates right up with
the Pebble Beach event.
Council Member Franklin asked if Mr. Merrigan is requesting funding from
other cities in the Valley. Mr. Merrigan stated he is not as of yet but if he
puts another event in another city and utilizes one of their hotels, he would
ask for funding. Council Member Franklin stated that it seems that other
events will be held in other cities. Mr. Merrigan explained other cities and
local hotels have contacted him, but as much or more of the event will
remain in La Quinta; and if another event were held in another city, local
hotels will be utilized as well to house participants.
Council Member Franklin asked if the bankruptcy of the La Quinta Resort has
been resolved. Mr. Merrigan stated he is sure it has not been resolved but a
statement has been made by the hotel indicating that the bankruptcy
appears to be resolved.
Lee Osborne, Chairman, La Quinta Chamber of Commerce, stated the
Chamber has had a good year; the Chamber has done well as the economic
development driver in conjunction with the City because the unemployment
rate for La Quinta as well as the Valley, is one of the lowest in the country;
and rescinded the request of a three -year extension on the lease at $1 per
year, and requested a three -year lease extension at $1,000 plus $300 for
utilities per month as the Chamber has held several successful events in the
past year.
Council Member Henderson commended the Chamber of Commerce for their
prudent offer to the City. Mr. Osborne stated the Chamber also assists local
charities; and commends the City for not reducing the budget for public
safety.
Council Member Sniff stated some thought needs to. be given to the
comments supporting the Community Services Grant Program above and
beyond what is listed in the staff report, and requested the opinion of the
City Council.
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Council Member Henderson referred to page 12 of the staff report and asked
if there is flexibility to reduce the $40,000 allocated for the Coachella Valley
Economic Partnership (CVEP) and designate $10,000 to the Community
Services Grant program or apply it to the request from the Historical Society.
Council Member Franklin asked how much of the $100,000 budgeted was
expended last year. Community Services Director Hylton expended $61,000
with $39,000 remaining in the Fiscal Year 2010/11 budget. Mayor Adolph
asked if this balance is carried over to the following fiscal year. Finance
Director Falconer explained there is an unassigned amount of $39,775 in the
Community Services Grant Fund, and if not expended, it will go back to the
General Fund which is normal practice. Mayor Adolph asked if the balance
has been factored back into the preliminary budget. City Manager Genovese
explained the balance will be reverted back to the General Fund as of June
30, 2011.
Council Member Franklin stated the amount to the Boys & Girls Club is from
Community Development Block Grant funding which is up in the air with the
State budget. Council Member Henderson explained there will be funding
from the Federal Government, whereas the State will get less than half, then
with the distribution of the funding, La Quinta will receive nothing but a
small amount. Council Member Franklin stated one of her priorities is for the
funding for the Boys & Girls Club to remain in the budget; and conveyed her
agreement of funding the Community Services Grant Program.
Mayor Adolph stated the City is hurting to a certain degree and there are
many entities that are hurting as well, and have nowhere to turn to; and
stated Indian Wells was setting aside $1 million for their grant programs; and
stated a certain amount should be set aside in the grant program should it be
needed.
Council Member Franklin asked if CVEP has billed the City for the coming
year. City Manager Genovese stated the City has made the payment for the
last fiscal year, but has not been billed for the coming year and has not
received an increase in the amount from CVEP.
Council Member Henderson stated it is a positive thing that the cities in the
Valley partner together for CVEP, but the difficulty is whether a new layer of
bureaucracy is being created; and conveyed her support for suggesting
regarding funding for CVEP.
Council Member Sniff stated he is open to transferring $35,000 of the
funding for CVEP to the grant program, but will not support a separate
addition of funding for the grant program. Mayor Adolph stated he does not
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care where the funding is allocated from, just as long there is some funding
allocated for the program.
Mayor Adolph asked if a report has been provided from CVEP regarding their
contribution to the City of La Quinta. City Manager Genovese stated they
have not produced any information specific to the cities, but have produced
reports regarding economic leads in the region. Mayor Adolph asked if they
have shown anything that they have done that creates business in La
Quints. City Manager Genovese explained the CVEP is similar to the Palm
Springs Desert Resort Communities Convention & Visitors Authority (CVA)
who produces leads for organizations and property owners.
Council Member Evans stated the CVA does track the number of rooms
booked that were generated by leads and marketing efforts at a more
collected approach; stated the CVA finished ahead of this fiscal year's
budget and is considering a conservative budget for next year; and explained
a new concept of a partnership in lieu of dues program.
Council Member Evans explained CVEP has reconstructed their Board
composition and /or membership dues category and staff needs to check if
the City's participation on the Executive Board may be compromised by the
$50,000 funding; looking at CVEP as a whole, a regional approach is
necessary when looking at economic development in certain conditions,
because the City doesn't want to miss out on the opportunity of the leads
provided by CVEP; and asked if the facility rent at the Senior Center is the
same at the Library Room for the Soroptimists. Community Services Director
Hylton explained the rent is one of the .less expensive rates of the City and
have been at the Senior Center for many years.
Council Member Evans asked what are the amounts for the dues and the
show for the Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport. City Manager stated the
dues are at $10,000 and $5,000 is for the air show.
Council Member Evans asked if there are dues for the Palm Springs Airport.
Council Member Henderson explained the Jacqueline Cochran Regional
Airport is a participant of the Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities
from Palm Desert to the east who contribute $10,000 each which goes
toward the marketing of the County.
Council Member Franklin explained the Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport
has a base operator who booked 1,700 rooms in La Quinta for an event last
year, and also booked the meals and transportation. She further explained
the operator is very La Quinta- oriented and the contribution made to them
brings the City business.
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Mayor Adolph stated the new race track in Thermal will bring in hotel
bookings in La Quinta.
Council Member Evans stated the Thermal Race Track is a project CVEP got
involved with to promote the area.
Mayor Adolph stated he met with the representatives of the La Quinta Resort
who did not mention the involvement of CVEP.
Council Member Evans conveyed her support of the $1,000 funding to the
La Quinta Historical Society; and supports the Community Services Grant
Program, but realizes the shortfall of the budget; and commended staff for
considering the deficit while compiling the preliminary budget.
Council Member Franklin suggested $25,000 be allocated from the CVEP
funding to the Community Services Grant Program. Council Member
Henderson requested language be included in case the City Council may
need to revisit the grant program upon the decision made by the State.
Lee Osborne, CVEP Board Member, stated success of La Quinta is based on
years of planning; asked the City Council not to discount the planning aspect
as that is what CVEP does as a regional economic development agent for the
Valley; and requested. the City Council realize the importance of economic
development in the Valley.
Linda Williams, 52519 Avenida Juarez, President of the Historical Society,
thanked the City Council for their support and stated the next year's events
are tied to the 30 ' Anniversary of the City.
Dave Ison, 81291 Begonia Court, Indio, thanked the City Council for their
support to the La Quinta Artisan Studio last year and encouraged the Council
to include funding for the grant program to enable the Studio to expand their
programs.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff /Henderson to allocate
$25;000 to the Community Services Grant Program from the Community
Marketing Service funding for the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership,
and $1,040 to the La Quinta Historical Society. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff /Evans to adopt the Fiscal
Year 2011/2012 Preliminary Budget and direct staff to prepare a Fiscal
2011/2012 Final Budget for the July 5) 2011 City Council meeting. Motion
carried unanimously.
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Council recessed the meeting to the Redevelopment Agency and until 7:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENT - None.
PRESENTATIONS - None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A RESOLUTION ADDING CERTAIN
ALTERNATIVE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO FOUR TRACT MAPS
ALLOWING THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF RAISED MEDIANS IN
LIEU OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS FOR TRACT MAP NOS. 25500 -4, 28603 -1,
28838 -1, AND 29147 -1, KSL LAND CORPORATION, AND APPROVING A
CASH DEPOSIT FOR REMAINING OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED
WITH TRACT MAP 28960
Council Member Franklin and Mayor Adolph recussed themselves from this
item due to a conflict of interest due to the proximity of their residents.
Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report.
The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 7:23 p.m.
John Rodrigue, KSL Land Corporation, thanked staff for working with them
on this development; stated. KSL is not looking for a free ride, but, in fact,
the remaining of the obligations will be secured with cash; and gave a
presentation of the improvements completed to date.
Mayor Pro Tern Evans recessed the City Council meeting. The Council
meeting was reconvened.
Mr. Rodrigue continued his presentation.
Richard Hayes, 55-898 B, President Master Association, stated he submitted
a letter to the City Council two weeks earlier; was not aware this matter has
been in discussion for the last 18 months; stated the residents should have
been made aware to give informed input.
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Howard Culver, 55-501 Southern .Hills, stated- he, is a full -time resident;
submitted a letter on June 17, 2011 requesting this matter be deferred;
stated many residents have left for the season; KSL's proposal will not
enable residents to travel between residential areas; the proposed worms and
pork chops will demand u -turns which are more dangerous than left turns;
stated none of the ingress /egress to the PGA development has any of the
traffic devices; suggested a traffic light at Weiskopf and Winged Foot to
slow traffic down; requested the City Council postpone this issue to allow
residents to study this issue.
Jerry McDonald, 77-777 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, manager of the
PGA West Homeowners' Association, received several telephone calls
answering questions to the residents; requested the City Council deny the
request of KSL and continue this matter until November or December to
allow the majority of the homeowners to be present; conveyed concern of
safety aspects of the proposed traffic improvements; disputed the traffic
count in the staff report for the east side.
Tim Eide, 80-933 Bellerive, stated he continually uses the Weiskopf exit
exclusively as it is nearest to his home; sensitive to the requirements
conditioned on the developer but not sensitive to replacing the bond with a
cash deposit; inconvenience is a big deal and reduces the property value;
many use the openings between the residential areas to access; disputed the
traffic count at the Winged Foot Gate; stated the City Council needs to
review the intersection of Madison Street and Airport Boulevard and
conveyed his opposition to restricting traffic on PGA West Boulevard.
Richard Moore, 55 -813 Congressional, President of Residential Homeowners'
Board, supports the comments made by other speakers; addressed access of
emergency vehicles; the ingress /egress from PGA West Blvd. is constantly
utilized by the residents; stated Madison Street currently has high -speed
traffic; questions the numbers of traffic counts and the need for traffic
lights, and would reduce the speed of traffic on Madison Street; and
requested the City Council deny the request of KSL and delay the meeting
until November to allow all residents to attend.
Karen Pelletier, 54-526 Southern Hills, stated she sent an email to the City
Council conveying her opposition to KSL's proposal; stated in addition to the
fact many residents have left for the season, many residents did not receive
a notice of this meeting as they also use the gates to access the
development; restricting traffic onto PGA West Blvd. would inconvenience
the residents to exit; and requested the City Council to consider other
alternatives to allow left turns onto PGA West Blvd. and deny the request
from KSL.
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Edwin Novascone, 80 -655 Weiskopf, requested staff to monitor the time for
emergency vehicles to exit the development.
Mervin Kirshner, 54 -603 Southern Hills, stated the proposed resolution
would create a safety issue; imperative to reject this proposal and have the
bonds stay in place; this proposal would cause an inconvenience to all
residents; traffic signals were conditioned to the project and the bonds
remain until they are warranted; stated it would be inappropriate for the City
Council to reduce the bonds or take cash from the developer; the residents
are protected by the bonds and must be maintained; it is the responsibility of
the City Council to protect the residents and it would be wrong to accept the
proposal; there are much more trips of vehicles through the gates than
depicted in the staff report.
George Harmina, 81 -225 Golf View Drive; stated installing worms would be
unsafe; suggested a roundabout be installed at the location in question to
allow traffic to access Madison Street and slow down traffic; and stated it is
not fair to consider this item at this time when many residents are out of
town for the season.
Judy LaBlang, 54 -511 Southern Hills, stated she has been a resident at PGA
West since 1986 and resides near the Winged Foot gate; tries to shop La
La
Quinta and restricting traffic access onto Madison Street would deter
residents to the shopping area; and stated the City Council will send a
message of not caring about their residents if they approve the proposal.
Tom Cullinan, 74 -001 Reserve Drive, Indio, representing Peter Ministrelli,
stated a letter was delivered to the City Council on Friday, June 17, 2011;
and explained Mr. Ministrelli is not in opposition to the cash security, but is
in opposition to modifying the street improvements.
David Park, 56 -475 Legends Circle, stated he has been living on the Legends
side for five years; agrees with staff that a traffic signal is not warranted but
disagrees with installing worms; stated many vendors constantly cross PGA
West Blvd. to access other residential areas.
Jon Rodrigue, KSL Land Corp, addressed the inconvenience of exiting the
Winged Foot gate from the PGA West development; the proposed
improvements will enhance safety; and conveyed his appreciation of the City
Council's time and consideration; and further stated the proposal is
supported by equity and science.
There being no additional requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC
HEARING CLOSED at 8:15 p.m.
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Council Member Henderson conveyed her appreciation of those present and
the City Council has purported to be a year -round City; stated the .City
Council, Redevelopment Agency, Financing Authority and Housing Authority
addressed one of the most important matters tonight, the budget, and not
many were present at that time; stated there is a great deal of animosity
toward KSL and may have the opportunity to see them gone; don't have the
information to install proposed improvement at this time, but do have the
opportunity to receive funds for future improvements; suggested to have
staff monitor and address improvements; stated the City Council will
consider a roundabout at Eisenhower and Sinaloa in the Cove area; unsure if
staff is prepared to relieving KSL Land Corp.from their bonds and preparing
appropriate alternatives.
Council Member Sniff thanked the residents in attendance; stated he hears
the complaints, concerns and worries from the residents and should be
heeded, and would access a continuance to the first meeting of November
2011 or deny the proposal of KSL Land Corp.
Mayor Pro Tem Evans stated her position is a combination of Council
Members Henderson and Sniff; conveyed her appreciation of the involvement
of the residents and the correspondence received; does not support
continuing this matter; have had many discussions about signals in the City
and the Council has received comments from residents who state there are
too many •signals, but without warrants and demands, does not agree with
installing traffic signals just because they are conditioned; understands the
animosity of .the residents toward KSL Land Corp.; public safety is a priority;
does not support the signals, worms or traffic signals, but does support
receiving the cash deposit for use of future improvements; and suggested
staff work with the residents to make the improvements happen in the
future.
City Manager Genovese requested the City Council recess the meeting to
allow staff to outline the conditions and explain the difference between the
signal and worms.
Mayor Pro Tem Evans asked if the City Council is able to obtain a consensus
to eliminate the worms or pork chops.
City Attorney Jenson explained if the worms and. pork chops are out of the
picture, they can make a cash deposit for security and enable the installment
of future improvements; and stated a cash deposit is good for the City.
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Council Member Henderson stated she is unsure that a worm will or will not
work; and conveyed concerned of the cost and if there is enough room for a
roundabout.
City Manager Genovese suggested the City Council take a recess to enable
staff to discuss alternatives, but will not be able to provide detailed graphics
and drawings to support them.
Council Member Sniff suggested the City Council continue the public hearing
to deal with this matter in a professional manner and enable staff to prepare
alternatives to. the first meeting of November 2011.
Council Member Henderson stated KSL Land Corp. has not been in this
conversation at this point and should have the opportunity to do so; the City
has worms and they work; suggested a 10- minute recess to enable, staff to
discuss alternatives with KSL.
Mayor Pro Tem Evans asked if the City Council supported a 10 minute
recess.
Council Member Sniff stated the concerns of the residents and the interest
of the applicant cannot be solved in 10 minutes.
Mayor Pro Tem Evans stated a financial solution can be solved.
Council Member Sniff stated the number one issue is the concern of the
residents.
Mayor Pro Tem Evans recessed the City Council meeting.
The City Council meeting was reconvened. .
Mayor Pro Tem requested an updated staff report. City Manager Genovese
deferred to the developer to present their request of the City Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Evans reopened the public hearing.
Chevis Hosea, V.P. Development, KSL Land I LLC, 2116 13"' Street,
Encinitas, stated the proposal was to provide cash in lieu of bonds as
security for future improvements; stated a dollar- for - dollar on a cash basis is
not acceptable; willing to write a check for $1,256,000 in addition to the
$390,000 deposit would total $1,650,000 for future traffic control
improvements; and stated he is not in favor of replacing bonds with cash on
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a dollar- for - dollar and if that is the request of the City Council, he would
defer to a continuance.
City Attorney Jenson explained staff had not attempted to calculate a total
because of variable factors of the cost of two signals at $430,000 each, 3
signals at a calculated cost of $322,000, half a worm at Puerta Azul at
$31,000, and an amount owed $572,958 for Avenue 58 improvements,
which adds up to $1.758,98 but does not include a missing signal at
$31,000; and explained the developer is willing to cash out for the cost of
the worms which is significantly below the cost of a signal.
Mayor Pro Tem Evans asked if the amount offered is to add $1,256,000 to
the existing balance. City Attorney Jenson explained the spread between
the cost and the amount offered is approximately $500,000.
Council Member Henderson stated the spread is assuming the traffic signal
would be installed in the future. Mr. Hosea stated the amount includes the
assumption of a traffic signal will be warranted but not for at least another
10 years.
Public Works Director Jonasson stated the total calculated by staff is
$1,786,500 for the signals, work on Ave 58 and half of the worm at Puerta
Azul which was half of KSL's obligation.
Mr. Hosea stated the proposal is an equitable solution; everyone knows what
the developers have gone through in the last few years and the City has a
developer who is willing to provide the cash today to secure future
improvements.
Council Member Henderson asked what the rate of bonding companies
defaulting is.
City Attorney Jenson explained the last bonding company , that went out of
business was Frontier and that was years ago; there are so many projects
making demands on bonds, the fact of the matter is there is a huge effort to
go after the bonds; and stated there is an advantage to have cash on hand
legally.
Council Member Henderson stated she is confused on the total money that
would be on deposit from KSL Land Corp.; and asked how much is currently
on deposit.
Mr. Hosea stated there is currently $390,000 on deposit with the City.
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Council Member Henderson asked if the deposit amount has been
designated. City Attorney Jenson explained the cash deposit relates to the
Avenue 58 street improvements.
Mr. Hosea stated all traffic - related improvements are driven by house tops;
stated PGA West is completely developed and KSL Land Corp. is not trying
to get away from the improvement, but all of the development will not affect
Madison Street; and if all the improvements are not warranted today, they
will not be warranted by the traffic conditions in PGA West but will by other
factors.
Council Member Henderson stated the conditions were added and KSL is
stuck with the City.
Mr. Hosea suggested the City take the $1.6 million offered and utilize the
fund in any way the City wishes for future improvements.
City Manager Genovese stated due to the reality of the situation if staff
recommends a signal, staff can tell the Council the traffic solution is worms
or a traffic signal; if the Council is venturing on installing the number of
traffic signals that are called for in the conditions, then the amount offered
for deposit is not enough; if the Council suggests one or two worms and a
traffic signal, then the amount offered will be enough; staff can present the
safe measures but cannot provide information as to when they are required;
there is no quick solution, but there is a quick, safe solution by requiring a
deposit amount for all the traffic signals as discussed with KSL.
Council Member Henderson stated the City doesn't know the cost of the
signals. City Manager Genovese explained staff knows the cost of the
signals but if signals were to be installed, they would be at a distance not
normally installed.
City Attorney Jenson explained the installation of signals at that distance
would violate the General Plan restriction of how close traffic signals can be
installed by each other.
Council Member Henderson questioned if the City were to abide by the
General Plan, the number of signals conditioned would not be installed. City
Manager Genovese confirmed.
Mayor Pro Tern Evans asked if the proposed deposit would be designated in
the DIF fund and restricted for the City use when needed or improvements
warranted.
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City Manager Genovese confirmed and explained if the developer deposits
the fund for the worms and in addition to $500,000, there are in essence
enough funds to install three worms and a traffic signal.
Council Member Henderson suggested two traffic signals and one worm.
City Manager Genovese stated it would be a challenge to install two signals
and it would be over the $500,000 based on the estimated cost; the City
Council does not have to take the offer from the developer but there is the
risk of having to pay for all three traffic signals.
City Attorney Jenson stated there would have to be improvements made on
Avenue 58. City Manager Genovese stated he is referencing the traffic
signals and worms at this point.
Council Member Henderson stated there is.also a reasonable argument for a
four -way stop as well.
Mayor Pro Tam Evans stated the proposal allows an opportunity to further
evaluate the information, need, what works, the convenience factor and the
safety factor, and the means to pay for it.
Mr. Hosea stated the $1.2 million, not counting the $390,000, with 3% at
10 years will grow to $1.6 million and with the addition of the deposit to the
gross, adds up to $2.3 million in 10 years.
City Manager Genovese stated staff suggested the City Council not consider
the interest.
Jonathan Schapiro, 55525 Thornberry Way, referred to the comments made
about the building of Eden Rock and the traffic impact and stated the traffic
will be pushed to Madison Street; stated there are no additional homes to be
built off of Madison Street; and suggested the City Council take its time to
review the issue and not let the developer off the hook.
Council Member Sniff stated the decision for the PGA West development
was for 5,000 homes and 250 condos; and stated he has heard several
numbers including a 10 =year, 3% investment and is unsure what is
transpiring; and requested this item .be continued.
Council Member Henderson stated if she thought anything, was going to be
different she would support a continuance; would like to see this matter be
wrapped up; looking at an even out of $1,600,000, that would be $390,000
on deposit and another $1,210,000.
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City Manager Genovese requested the Engineering staff review the amount
suggested and respond to the City Council
City Attorney Jenson clarified KSL Land Corp had offered to pay $1,256,000
in addition to the $390,000 deposit.
Council Member Sniff asked when the money is to be paid and who would
pay 3% interest in this state of economy. Council Member Henderson stated
the developer was requesting the City consider growth interest.
Public Works Director Jonasson explained $430,000 for Item No. 1 (full
traffic signal), Item No. 2 is for a %: of signal for $215,000, Item B
$215,000, Item 3 is $31,000 plus %. of a signal at the cost of $430,000
(.75 X $430,000), Item 4 is the difference between the two numbers of
Item No. 3 is $572,958 and add together equals $1,786,458, subtracting
KSL Land Corp.'s offer of $1,256,000 equals $530,458 apart.
Council Member Henderson stated staff came up with $1,786,500 and
that's not allowing for $390,000 on deposit. Public Works Director
Jonasson stated it does include the deposit because their obligation on
Avenue 58 is $963,125 and subtracting the $390,541.81 which equals to
$572,958 rounded off.
Public Works Director Jonasson stated the $1,786,458 represents KSL's
total obligation in dollars, in addition of the $390,541 already on deposit.
Council Member Sniff asked if the numbers would be the same in one, five
or 10 years; and things change in time and the improvements will not be
done for a while.
Public Works Director Jonasson explained the number is fully loaded with
soft costs, including engineering, construction inspection and is a fairly
conservative number.
Mayor Pro Tem Evans asked after thorough review of the initial study, what
happens with the $430,000.
City Attorney Jenson stated the funds are obligated to the DIF fund and
dedicated to transportation.
City Manager Genovese clarified all obligations of KSL with all the signals are
included. Public Works Director Jonasson confirmed.
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Council Member Henderson suggested an offer of $1.5 million plus the
$390,000 on deposit to the developer or a continuance. The developer
opted for a continuance.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Member Sniff to continue the public
hearing to the first meeting in November 2011.
City Manager Genovese stated the first meeting in November is on
November 1, 2011.
Council Member Henderson seconded the motion. Motion carried by a vote
of 3 70 -2, Council Member Franklin and Mayor Adolph absent.
2. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3,
CHAPTER 3.34 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 3, CHAPTER
3.34, UPDATING THE COACHELLA VALLEY MULTIPLE SPECIES HABITAT
CONSERVATION PLAN / NATURAL COMMUNITY CONSERVATION .PLAN
MITIGATION FEE ORDINANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COACHELLA
VALLEY MULTIPLE SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN AND THE
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT MITIGATION FEE NEXUS STUDY DATED MAY 16,
2011, AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE LOCAL
DEVELOPMENT MITIGATION FEE SCHEDULE APPLICABLE TO NEW
DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE CITY OF LA QUINTA
Planning Director Johnson presented the staff report.
Council Member Evans asked why the October 2008 date was chosen for
the retro period. Planning Director Johnson explained that was the effective
date of the originally Multi- Species Plan and was the main point and when
the fees were available for collection with the Nexus Study identifying the
definitive date for the original plan going into effect.
Mayor Adolph stated the City of Desert Hot Springs is now part of the
habitat program and asked for the particulars of what transpired. Planning
Director Johnson explained the matter is still in process and has not been
concluded, but the nexus study took that into effect, and would be a slight
adjustment; and if needed, Mrs. Katie Barrows can provide additional
information.
Mayor Adolph asked Mrs. Barrows why this matter has not been brought
before the Executive Board and an explanation of what has transpired. Mrs.
Barrows explained the City of Desert Hot Springs is currently part of the
Multiple Species Plan and relates to an annexation they completed last year
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and as part of the process the city signed onto the Implementing Agreement
for the Multiple Species Plan and are now part of the plan for that area; and
an amendment is in process to bring the City of Desert Hot Springs
completely into the plan; and stated this matter has not been brought before
the Executive Board as the Coachella Valley Conservation Commission is
acting on their behalf.
Mayor Adolph asked if the City of Desert Hot Springs paid the $1 million
dollar fee. Mrs. Barrows explained there was an agreement between the
County, the City of Desert Hot Springs and the Coachella Valley Association
of Governments ultimately as well as the CVCC which dealt with some funds
available for some of the interchange project and the outstanding loan that is
the responsibility of the CVCC; and stated the Executive Director of CVAG
gave a presentation before the Executive Committee.
Mayor Adolph asked if the outstanding loan affect the cities financially. Mrs.
Barrows stated one of the biggest challenges was to identify a funding
source to provide long =term funding and have allowed the fees collected to
be used for not just acquiring land but for the long -term.
Council Member Sniff stated an amount will be added to the fee because
there is an attempt to replace the cost of Eagle Mountain which is not a part
of the plan.
Council Member Henderson stated the issue is that there was not going to
be money coming from Eagle Mountain, so they looked to the builders and
finally reached this agreement to bring the matter forward.
Council Member Evans asked the Desert Valley Builders' Association and the
BIA Desert Chapter to address the issue.
James Brownyard, Desert Valley Builders' Association, explained there were
two issues they considered, including pipeline projects that should be exempt
and why the full burden of $250 million is being placed on new development
when the benefit is shared; and stated a conclusion can be made with
amendments and ordinances distributed by all the cities in the Valley.
Bill Blankenship, BIA Desert Chapter, stated the BIA signed off on the fee
amount because it is something experienced in Western Riverside County for
the past seven years; and feels it is necessary and the right thing to do.
Council Member Henderson stated part of the concern was the reliance
which promoted the controversy.
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The Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 9:40 p.m.
There being no requests to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING
CLOSED at 9 :40 p.m.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members. Sniff /Evans to take up
Ordinance No. 487 by title and number only and waive further reading.
Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 487
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND TITLE 3, CHAPTER 3.34 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE CONCERNING THE LOCAL DEVELOPMENT MITIGATION FEE FOR
FUNDING THE PRESERVATION OF NATURAL ECOSYSTEMS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE COACHELLA VALLEY MULTIPLE SPECIES
HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff /Henderson to introduce
Ordinance No. 487 on first reading. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Evans, Franklin, Henderson, Sniff
Mayor Adolph
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -054
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE LOCAL DEVELOPMENT MITIGATION FEE
SCHEDULE APPLICABLE TO NEW DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE CITY OF LA
QUINTA
It . was moved by Council Members Sniff /Evans to adopt Resolution No.
2011 -054 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION (continued)
4. CONSIDERATION OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE INCREASED
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report.
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Mayor Adolph asked how important is the implementation of the residential
DIF at this time. Public Works Director Jonasson explained the amount that
continues to be deferred grows and is estimated, after the other 32
unexpired single - family development permits are exempted, we would be
over $700,000 in loss revenues; and stated it affects the ability to repay the
loans made from the General Fund and Redevelopment Agency to the DIF for
advancing projects.
Council Member Henderson asked if it applies to blanket projects. Public
Works Director Jonasson stated the project payments listed on page 2 of the
staff report have been deferred back to the General Fund or the
Redevelopment Agency depending on the funding source.
Mayor Adolph requested staff to provide a rough idea of how many building
permits will be affected by the fee. Public Works Director Jonasson stated
between December 2008 and June 2011 the City has had 226 permit
applications with 189 processed, and if it continues at that rate for a couple
of years it could be over 350 permits; and it depends if and when the City
will implement the fee.
Mayor Adolph asked if only referring to processed permits. Public Works
Director Jonasson confirmed and explained staff is referring to the funds that
are not collected at the time.building permits are issued for Developer Impact
Fees, but staff is collecting for everything, except for the increase of the
residential development fee.
Council Member Henderson stated the point is at the end of this year we
could be $715,000 short in the DIF program which funds the library, park
maintenance, and street and park maintenance. Public Works Director
Jonasson confirmed all items listed on page 2 of the staff report would be
affected.
Mayor Adolph asked when was the last time we increased the fee. Public
Works Director Jonasson stated the residential fee was adjusted in 2006 and
in 2008 an increase was adopted for everything but the residential fee.
Bill Blankenship, Riverside County BIA Desert Region, thanked the City
Council and staff for scheduling this matter on the agenda; conveyed
appreciation of the City willingness to working with the building industry;
discussion of fee reduction and deferrals is being addressed throughout
Riverside. County; the BIA has tracked the permit numbers and reported 19
single - family permits have been pulled in the City and is on track with last
year's number of 79; and respectfully requested the City Council to continue
deferment of the fee.
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James Brownyard, Desert Valley Builders' Association, agreed with the
comments made by Mr. Blankenship; stated the builders are investors in the
trade and looking at Indio, La Quinta, Coachella and asking where is the best
price point; and it would behoove the City to defer the fee for another year.
Council Member Sniff conveyed his appreciation to the comments made; the
City has not raised this fee for several years and' the City has budget
problems also; and suggested to defer the fee for six months or direct staff
to come back with an action item at the July 5, 2011 meeting.
Council Member Franklin asked how the increased amount was derived.
Public Works Director Jonasson explained the increase is based on an
analysis conducted in 2008 which looked at the transportation facilities
projected for build -out and divided by the remaining dwelling units, with a
pro -rata share, to come up with a per cost share.
Council Member Franklin stated this economic time has hit us all hard, but
housing drives the economy, and suggested deferment to December 30,
2011 and review again at that time.
Council Member Evans conveyed her support of deferring the fee for six
months or a year; there is an opportunity for the purchase of finished lots
versus new lots; understands the advantage of planning and knowing how
many are able to be obtained; and suggested a one -year deferment to allow
for those opportunities.
Council Member Henderson has a challenge for a one -year deferment;
conveyed her concern of the State budget situation and would like to review
this matter again in six months.
Mayor Adolph conveyed his support for the concurrence to defer for six
months.
MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Sniff /Franklin to direct staff to
continue to defer the implementation of the increase of DIF residential fees
for about six months until December 30, 2011 and bring back at the
December 20, 2001 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
STUDY SESSION -None
REPORTS. AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None
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DEPARTMENT REPORTS
3B. SUMMER SCHEDULE FOR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
City Clerk Montecino presented the staff report.
The City Council concurred to cancel the August 16 and September 6, 2011
City Council, Redevelopment Agency, Financing Authority, and Housing
Authority meetings.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS'
1. DISCUSSION REGARDING MUSTARD AND TUMBLEWEEDS (COUNCIL
MEMBER HENDERSON)
Council Member Henderson stated the Cove area continually battles the
infiltration of mustard weeds and tumbleweeds; further stated there is a
need to establish a program to mitigate this issue and suggested staff brings
back a report to the City Council. The City Council concurred.
Mayor Adolph stated he attended the ribbon - cutting event for the Tiny Tots
program at Wolff Waters Apartments where many were present in support of
the program.
Mayor Adolph announced John and Nicole Christi, owners of Terra Nova
Planning, have volunteered to sponsor the after - school. program at Vista
Dunes through the summer months.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members Sniff /Franklin
to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
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