2012 07 17 CC MinutesLA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2012
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, Osborne, Mayor Adolph
ABSENT: None
BLIC COMMENT - NONE
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH THE CITY'S REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR, FRANK J.
SPEVACEK, PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
CONCERNING POTENTIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ACQUISITION
AND /OR DISPOSITION OF 0.62 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED
APPROXIMATELY 500 FEET NORTH OF HIGHWAY 111 ON THE WEST
SIDE OF ADAMS STREET (APN 643- 080 - 026 -1). PROPERTY OWNERS/
NEGOTIATORS: ONE ELEVEN LA QUINTA, LLC, MICHAEL J. SHOVLIN
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR, LES JOHNSON,
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 CONCERNING
POTENTIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ACQUISITION AND /OR
DISPOSITION OF A PORTION OF THE PARCEL LOCATED IN PROXIMITY TO
53 -400 EISENHOWER DRIVE ( EISENHOWER PARK) AND OTHER VARIOUS
LOCATIONS WITHIN PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -WAY. PROPERTY OWNER/
NEGOTIATOR: CROWN CASTLE, STEVE GARCIA
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 3:00 p.m. to and until 4:00 p.m.
4:00 P.M.
The City Council meeting was reconvened with no decision being made in Closed
Session which requires reporting pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.1
(Brown Act).
Mayor Adolph led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Public Speaker: Joe Espinoza, Eisenhower Drive, La Quinta - Mr. Espinoza spoke
in opposition to the General Plan 2035 Sustainable Living Element on the agenda
and the need for further exploration before it is approved. Mr. Espinoza circulated
a document with informative links about issues relating to the U.S. Government
and Constitution. Council Member Henderson stated that she had a document she
wanted to share with Mr. Espinoza which is currently circulating in the State of
California which could be very damaging for cities. She verified that the request -
to -speak form had his e-mail where she could send him the information.
Public Speaker: Camilla Rojas, Eisenhower Drive, La Quinta - Ms. Rojas spoke on
behalf of resident, Pat Jiles, who occupies a corner house at the intersection of
Calle Sinaloa and Eisenhower Drive which is the location of the proposed
roundabout. She asked that the city incorporate into the design a satisfactory way
for Pat Jiles to pull in /out of her property.
Public Speaker: Mark Moran, Avenida Cortez, La Quinta - Chamber of Commerce
Chairman. Mr. Moran congratulated the City, his fellow Chamber Members, the
Desert Recreation District, City staff and those who helped to make 4`" of July
celebration a success; 3,000 -4,000 visitors were expected so all were surprised
that a total of 18,000 visitors came; the event was very successful and they will
be prepared for a lot more people next year; there were fireworks and the event
went on without a major incident; the pool was open and had 1,000 guests; all
vendors did very well. Council Member Evans said she received feedback
indicating that the name of the event confused some residents because "Carnaval
of Lights" did not sound like a 4 1h Of July celebration. Mr. Moran stated that the
name would be changed next year to reflect the holiday. Mayor Adolph thanked
Mr. Moran and the Chamber of Commerce.
Public Speaker: Bruce Bushore, Coldwell Banker Commercial Realtor representing
Lindi Biggi of Loving All Animals in Palm Desert. Ms. Biggi is interested in a section
of city -owned property at the southeast portion of La Quinta Park to develop an
indoor dog park and bird sanctuary. A letter detailing her proposal is included as an
attachment to the Study Session Item No. 2 staff report.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Council Member Franklin requested that Consent Calendar Item No. 6 be voted on
separately.
PRESENTATIONS - NONE
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - NONE
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION - A motion was made by Council Members Henderson /Franklin to approve
the City Council minutes of July 3, 2012 as submitted. Motion passed
unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED JULY 17, 2012
2. RECEIVE AND FILE TREASURER'S REPORT DATED MAY 31, 2012
3. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED MAY 31,
2012 AND INVESTEMENT SUMMARY REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDING
JUNE 30, 2012
4. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 30092, PIAZZA
SERENA, CADO LA QUINTA, LLC [Resolution 2012 -0421
5. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 30092, PIAZZA
SERENA, CADO LA QUINTA, LLC [Resolution 2012 -0431
6. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO EXTEND THE TIME FOR COMPLETION
OF THE ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP 31627, RESIDENCE
CLUB AT PGA WEST, NADADOR, LLC [Resolution 2012 -0441
7. ACCEPTANCE OF OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH PARCEL
MAP 31143, DUNES BUSINESS PARK, THE DUNES BUSINESS PARK, LLC
8. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A DONATION FROM LA
QUINTA AYSO REGION 443 TO PAY FOR ALTERATION OF THE GLASS IN
THE SNACK BAR WINDOWS AT LA QUINTA PARK [Resolution 2012 -0451
Mayor Adolph & Council Member Franklin will abstain from the vote on Consent
Calendar Item No. 6 due to a conflict of interest resulting in the proximity of this
development to their residences.
MOTION - A motion was made by Council Members Evans /Henderson to approve
Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 -5 and 7 -8 as recommended with Item Nos. 4, 5, and
8 adopting Resolutions 2012 -042, -043 and -045. Motion passed unanimously.
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MOTION - A motion was made by Council Members Evans /Henderson to approve
Consent Calendar Item No. 6 as recommended by adopting Resolution 2012 -044.
Motion passed 3 ayes, Q noes, 2 abstain.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION OF AN ADOPT -A -PARK PROGRAM
Golf /Park Landscape Manager Steve Howlett presented the staff report.
In response to Council Members, Mr. Howlett clarified the various types of program
coordination staff would provide regarding multiple adoptees and possible
competition for certain parks or park facilities. Staff indicated that donations of
funds will be accepted in addition to labor /material donations for projects.
MOTION - A motion was made by Council Members Evans /Franklin to approve the
Adopt -A -Park program as recommended. Motion carried unanimously.
2. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LA QUINTA
MUNICIPAL CODE, SECTION 2.60.020 RELATING TO DESIGNATED
POSITIONS OF THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE, AND APPROVAL OF
THE CALIFORNIA FAIR POLITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION'S 2012
LOCAL AGENCY BIENNIAL NOTICE
Council waived the staff report presentation. Councilmember Henderson spoke
about unfunded state mandates regarding agenda noticing.
MOTION A motion was made by Council Members Osborne /Franklin to take up
Ordinance No. 500 by title and number only and waive further reading. Motion
passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO. 500
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2.60 SECTION 2.60.020 RELATING TO THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
MOTION A motion was made by Council Members Osborne /Franklin to introduce
Ordinance No. 500 for first reading. Motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Evans, Franklin, Henderson, Osborne, Mayor Adolph
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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MOTION A motion was made by Council Members Osborne /Franklin to approve
the 2012 Local Agency Biennial Notice as submitted. Motion passed unanimously.
STUDY SESSION
1. DISCUSSION OF LANDSCAPE ALTERNATIVES FOR THE MODERN
ROUNDABOUT AT THE INTERSECTION OF EISENHOWER DRIVE AND
CALLE SINALOA, PROJECT NO. 2010 -11
Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report and results of the
community meeting held on the subject.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Consultant Chris Hermann, the
Landscape Architect, stated that the only shrub requiring pruning in the plan is the
bougainvillea and if pruned correctly, it should not end in a ball shape; succulents
are used and other structural plants that keep their forms. Mr. Hermann stated
that in selecting plants he will be sensitive to pruning needs.
Council concurred to directed staff to explore the Art in Public Places program for
the entry monument /sculpture within the roundabout.
In response to Council Member Osborne, City Traffic Engineer, Nazir Lalani detailed
the safety aspect of the crosswalk for pedestrians.
In response to Council Member Franklin, Chris Hermann responded that the
shoestring acacia does have leaf drop but it is not excessive. Mr. Hermann also
explained that he anticipates that the bid documents will include a stamped
concrete option and a paver option.
In response to Mayor Adolph, both consultants and staff explained that there is a
rolled curb between the street and the stamped concrete area; there is no curb
between the landscaped area and the stamped concrete area; fine cover material
will not be used so material will not wash down into the street during heavy rains;
the incorporation of a palm tree(s) can be considered to bring height to the
landscaping and reduce the problems of dropping leaves and broken limbs
associated with Palo Verde and Mesquite trees.
Mayor Adolph asked staff to continue to work closely with the residents
surrounding the proposed roundabout to ensure that their concerns are addressed
and their lives are not negatively impacted. Mr. Jonasson described the steps
taken to date and staff's plans for continued contact with the neighbors.
Public Speaker: Kay Wolff, Calle Ensenada, La Quinta — Ms. Wolff spoke on behalf
of Cove Neighborhood Association Steering Committee which supports the
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roundabout. She said the roundabout would contribute to the smooth flow of
traffic; it would be aesthetically better than a light or stop signs; it would reduce
gas usage and emissions. She would like to see a reduction in the number of signs
and arrows as compared to the Jefferson /Avenue 52 roundabout; low water use
plantings; non -glare lighting; and added she likes the monument and art idea.
Public Speaker: Paul Luna, Eisenhower Drive, La Quinta - Mr. Luna supports the
roundabout over a traffic signal and the entry monument wall design option. He
suggested that speed bumps or wake -up bumps on lanes entering the roundabout
might be helpful.
The consensus of Council was to direct staff to proceed with the entry monument
wall design option.
2. DISCUSSION OF VISION AND OPTIONS FOR CERTAIN CITY -OWNED
PROPERTIES LOCATED IN THE LA QUINTA VILLAGE
City Manager Spevacek introduced the item. Planning Director Johnson presented
the staff report.
In response to Council Member Franklin, Mr. Johnson provided the general
boundaries of the La Quinta Village: the library is the eastern boundary, Eisenhower
is the western boundary, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School /Fresh & Easy center
is the northern boundary, and Bermudas /Avenue 52 is the southern boundary.
Council Member Franklin stated that she would like to see two to three additional
and different concepts developed in the Village. She provided examples of
concepts: the existing Old Town, Chinatown, Little Italy and other such concepts
that draw people.
Council Member Henderson asked Planning Director Johnson to recheck records on
the Village boundary because she is certain the area was extended beyond the
boundaries he mentioned.
Council Member Henderson said it will be important to interconnect a variety of
different concepts. She said she believes most of the development will be market
driven and with the availability now of larger lots, interest should increase. She
said flexibility on the part of the city will be important.
Council Member Evans stated that she supports a walking environment that
includes mixed uses such as entertainment, retail, commercial, housing - but not
only affordable housing. She suggests seeking developers that have done this in
other places. She is also in favor of. seeking businesses that complement those
already in existence in the area. Ms. Evans felt that ideas from all interested
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parties should be explored before any one business is selected for any one site.
The designation of "Village" may not be the best in Ms. Evans view because it is
not strong marketing -wise. She said there can be pockets and variation in
development in the Village area that are not necessarily connected as long as the
whole area can be globally marketed to attract the right type of businesses as well
as residents and visitors.
Council Member Osborne said that the economy will drive this development. He
stated that he supports a pedestrian, mixed use development that ideally has retail
at street level and housing above because these types of activities give an area
personality. He added that businesses and facilities for La Quinta teens are needed
so they have a place to go to, enjoy and hang out.
Council Member Franklin said that the large Village area seems unwieldy and she
would like to rethink the name or reduce its size. Only Old Town draws people
now.
Council Member Evans suggested that input from residents would be helpful.
Mayor Adolph said that he supports the mixed use idea, but not high -rises because
residents came here for the rural environment. He asked staff to first determine if
any additional government or civic facilities are needed to serve residents before
offering the city -owned land adjacent to the library for commercial development.
Council Member Henderson and Osborne reminded staff that parking will be an
issue for any added Village development.
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Coachella Valley Association of Governments, Homeless Committee — Council
Member Osborne distributed Roy's Desert Resource Center budget for fiscal year
2012/2013.
League of California Cities Division Meeting — Council Member Henderson reported
that the first annual golf tournament fundraiser will be held in Menifee on October
18, 2012.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS — NO ADDITIONAL REPORTS
MAYOR'S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
Mayor Adolph spoke about The Desert Sun's report on city budgets and population
and about transient occupancy tax collection from renters in gated communities.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS — NONE
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved by Council Members
Franklin /Henderson to adjourn at 5:47 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
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Susan Maysels, Interim City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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