2012 09 18 CC MinutesLA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2012
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at the hour of
4:01 p.m. by Mayor Adolph.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Evans, Franklin, Henderson, Osborne, Mayor Adolph
ABSENT: None
CLOSED SESSION - NONE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public spoke:
Robert Sylk, La Quinta - re: UN Agenda 21 language in the General Plan.
Len Wahlert, La Quinta - re: objection to Agenda 21 language in the General Plan.
Neeta Quinn, La Quinta re: sustainable community.
Celaine Ysunza, Rancho Santana, La Quinta - re: relocating GoldenVoice concerts.
Joy Hall, Rancho Santana, La Quinta - re: relocating GoldenVoice concerts.
Glen Farley, Rancho Santana, La Quinta - re: GoldenVoice concert noise.
David Heckman, La Quinta - re: Henson Consulting Group.
Unknown Speaker - re: GoldenVoice concerts.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Mayor Adolph pulled Consent Calendar Item No. 14 for a separate vote.
PRESENTATIONS
1. PRESENTATION FROM THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB FOR THE TOP 50
READERS PROGRAM
Ms. Yvette Vaca from Boys & Girls Club recognized Chris Banks who read 20+
books. He was presented with a free backpack full of school supplies donated by
the City of La Quinta. Certificates of appreciation were awarded to city staff
Christina Calderon and Caroline Doran for their assistance to the program. Also
recognized for their support were "It's in the Bag" for selling the backpacks at cost,
and Community Services Director Edie Hylton, and staff members Robert Ambriz
and Tustin Larson. A Certificate of Appreciation was awarded to the City of La
Quinta for 18 years of City Council leadership in support and dedication to the
youth of La Quinta.
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Mayor Adolph introduced the new Finance Director Robbeyn Bird.
2. PRESENTATION BY SUPERVISOR JOHN BENOIT UPDATING THE STATUS
OF CALIFORNIA BIO MASS
Riverside County Supervisor John Benoit presented a brief history of California Bio
Mass which began in its current location 16 years ago. Mr. Benoit stated that on
December 31, 2014 the company's conditional use permit expires and Supervisor
Benoit has advised them that it will not be renewed. California Bio Mass is
planning its move but in the meantime, the County will continue to monitor and
mitigate. The source of the odor has been identified as kitchen grease. By October
1, 2012, the amount accepted at the site will be decreased to 50% of the material
they were receiving when the odor started.
Supervisor Benoit addressed Salton Sea odors. He said he is working to get local
control because he does not believe there is state or federal money for the project.
The following members of the public spoke on this subject:
Ed Ehrlick, La Quinta
Sylvia Torres, La Quinta
Eleanor Kooper
Richard Sessler, La Quinta
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - NONE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION - A motion was made by Councilmembers Evans /Henderson to approve
the City Council Minutes of August 7, 2012 as submitted. Motion carried
unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. RECEIVE AND FILE TREASURER'S REPORTS DATED JUNE 30, 2012 AND
JULY 31, 2012
2. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A SUPPLEMENTAL
AGREEMENT WITH RIVERSIDE COUNTY FOR THE USE OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR PUBLIC FACILITY AND STREET
IMPROVEMENTS ALONG CALLE SINALOA, AND PUBLIC SERVICE FUNDS
FOR THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB LA QUINTA UNIT [Resolution 2012-
0501
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3. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORTS DATED JUNE
30, 2012 AND JULY 31, 2012
4. APPROVE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES TO PREPARE THE PLAN, SPECIFICATIONS, AND
ESTIMATES FOR THE ADAMS STREET SIGNAL AND STREET
IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 2012 -01
5. APPROVAL OF AN AGENCY REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT. BY AND
BETWEEN COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS AND
THE CITY OF LA QUINTA TO IMPROVE THE INTERSECTION OF
WASHINGTON STREET AND HIGHWAY 111
6. APPROVAL OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES TO PREPARE THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND
ESTIMATES FOR THE SPORTS COMPLEX LIGHTING REHABILITATION AND
EXPANSION IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 2012 -02
7. APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH TRI -STATE LAND SURVEYORS & CIVIL ENGINEERING,
INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING SERVICES
8. APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES TO PREPARE THE PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES FOR THE CALLE SINALOA /AVENUE 52.
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 2012 -08
9. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE HUMAN
RESOURCES /GENERAL SERVICES MANAGER TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA
JOINT POWERS INSURANCE AUTHORITY ANNUAL RISK MANAGEMENT
EDUCATIONAL FORUM IN SAN FRANCISCO ON NOVEMBER 7 -9, 2012
10. APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE
COACHELLA VALLEY NARCOTICS TASK FORCE AND THE CITY OF LA
QUINTA
11. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A DONATION FROM ROBERT
AND CHARLOTTE RADI [Resolution 2012 -0511
12. AUTHORIZATION FOR OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE EMERGENCY
SERVICES COORDINATOR TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA EMERGENCY
SERVICES ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN SACRAMENTO,
CALIFORNIA, OCTOBER 2-4, 2012
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13. ACCEPTANCE OF ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT
MAP 32225, SANTERRA, G5 ENTERPRISES, INC
14. ACCEPTANCE OF OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH TRACT
MAP 31627, RESIDENCE CLUB AT PGA WEST, NADADOR, LLC
15. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTERS DATED AUGUST 21, 2012,
SEPTEMBER 4, 2012, AND SEPTEMBER 18, 2012
MOTION - A motion was made by Councilmembers Evans /Henderson to approve
Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 12 and 14, 15 with Item Nos. 2 and 11
adopting Resolutions Nos. 2012 -050 and 2012 -051 respectively. Motion carried
unanimously.
MOTION - A motion was made by Councilmembers Evans /Henderson to approve
Consent Calendar Item No. 13. Motion passed 3 ayes, 0 nays, 2 abstain (Mayor
Adolph and Councilmember Franklin due to proximity to their residences).
BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION OF 1 ST ROUND COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANTS AND
FUNDING REQUESTS
Community Services Director Hylton presented the staff report.
Councilmembers questioned a few of the funding recommendations, and suggested
that the Emergency Services Coordinator meet with Desert ARC regarding their
need for potable water during emergencies.
MOTION - A motion was made by Councilmembers Evans /Franklin to approve
funding for the following organizations in the following amounts:
• Cal State University, San Bernardino Philanthropic Foundation for $1,000
• Desert Cancer Foundation for $1,000
• INCIGHT for $1,000
• La Quinta Rugby for $1,000
• Martha's Village and Kitchen, Inc. for $1,000
• The Prestige at PGA West for $1,000
• United Cerebral Palsy of the Inland Empire for $1,000
• Virginia Waring International Piano Competition for $1,000
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert for $1,100
• Animal Samaritans SPCA, Inc. for $2,500
• Coachella Valley Rescue Mission for $2,500
• Boys & Girls Club of Coachella Valley for $5,000
Motion passed unanimously.
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The following member of the public spoke on this subject:
Judy May, La Quinta - re: INCIGHT
2. CONSIDERATION OF NOTICE TO TERMINATE THE CORPORATE CENTRE
DRIVE POLICE DEPARTMENT SUBSTATION LEASE
Councilmember Osborne announced he had a conflict with this item due to a
business relationship with the landlord. Mr. Osborne left the dais during this
discussion and vote.
City Manager Spevacek presented the staff report.
Councilmembers provided the following suggestions to staff:
• Explore coordinated use of Fire and Police facilities
• Talk to the Chamber of Commerce regarding relocating to the village
substation building and accepting a transfer of the building as is
MOTION - A motion was made by Councilmembers Franklin /Henderson to direct
staff to issue the six -month written notice of intent to vacate the Corporate Centre
Drive Police substation. Motion passed 4 -0 -1 absent (Councilmember Osborne).
STUDY SESSION
1. DISCUSSION OF THE 2012 UPDATE OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA
PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Public Works Director Jonasson presented the staff report.
Councilmembers questioned aspects of the program, and made the following
requests of 'staff:
• Add PM 10 alerts to the GoRequest app if possible
• Examine Calle Potrero for possible repairs
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Councilmembers report on the following outside agency meetings:
III) Energy Consumers' Advisory Committee - Councilmember Osborne
Salton Sea Action Committee - Councilmember Osborne
CVAG, Public Safety Committee - Councilmember Henderson
League of Cities - Councilmember Henderson
Coachella Valley Conservation Commission - Councilmember Evans
Energy & Environmental Commission - Councilmember Evans
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DEPARTMENT REPORTS
The City Clerk .presented the report on scheduling the joint special meeting
between the City Council and Commissions, Boards, and Committee Members.
Councilmembers agreed to schedule the joint special meeting for January 22,
2013, and expressed a desire to consider a different format.
MAYOR'S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
Councilmember Evans thanked the City Manager for arranging a tour of mixed -use
development in San Diego during the League of California Cities conference.
Councilmember Franklin suggested that Council enforce the policy of limiting public
speakers to the three - minute comment limit. Councilmembers agreed and directed
the City Clerk to initiate a timing system.
PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved by Councilmembers
Henderson /Evans to adjourn at 6:37 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
su
Susan Maysels, City Clerk
City of La Quints, California
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