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2017 12 12 PCPLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 1 DECEMBER 12, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta REGULAR MEETING on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2017 AT 6:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL: Commissioners Bettencourt, Caldwell, Currie, McCune, Proctor, Wright and Chairperson Quill. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA At this time, members of the public may address the Planning Commission on any matter not listed on the agenda. Please complete a "Request to Speak" form and limit your comments to three minutes. The Planning Commission values your comments; however in accordance with State law, no action shall be taken on any item not appearing on the agenda unless it is an emergency item authorized by GC 54954.2(b). CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA ANNOUNCMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMUNICATIONS CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 14, 2017 BUSINESS SESSION 1. GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL STATUS REPORT FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2017 Planning Commission agendas and staff reports are now available on the City’s web page: www.laquintaca.org PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 2 DECEMBER 12, 2017 STUDY SESSION - None PUBLIC HEARINGS - None REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None COMMISSIONERS’ ITEMS STAFF ITEMS - None ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on December 26, 2017, commencing at 6:00 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers, 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253. DECLARATION OF POSTING I, Wanda Wise-Latta, Commission Secretary of the City of La Quinta, do hereby declare that the foregoing Agenda for the La Quinta Planning Commission meeting was posted on the outside entry to the Council Chamber at 78-495 Calle Tampico, and the bulletin boards at 78-630 Highway 111, and the La Quinta Cove Post Office at 51-321 Avenida Bermudas, on December 8, 2017. DATED: December 7, 2017 WANDA WISE-LATTA, Commission Secretary City of La Quinta, California Public Notices The La Quinta City Council Chamber is handicapped accessible. If special equipment is needed for the hearing impaired, please call the Planning Division of the Design and Development Department at 777- 7118, twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the meeting and accommodations will be made. If special electronic equipment is needed to make presentations to the Commission, arrangements should be made in advance by contacting the Planning Division of the Design and Development Department at 777-7118. A one (1) week notice is required. If background material is to be presented to the Commission during a Planning Commission meeting, please be advised that eight (8) copies of all documents, exhibits, etc., must be supplied to the Executive Assistant for distribution. It is requested that this take place prior to the beginning of the meeting. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Commission regarding any item(s) on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the Design and Development Department’s counter at City Hall located at 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California, 92253, during normal business hours. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 1 NOVEMBER 14, 2017 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2017 CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the La Quinta Planning Commission was called to order at 6:01 p.m. by Chairperson Quill. PRESENT: Commissioners Bettencourt, Caldwell, Currie, McCune, Proctor, Wright and Chairperson Quill ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Assistant City Attorney Morgan Gallagher, Planning Manager Gabriel Perez, Senior Planner Cheri Flores, Associate Planner Carlos Flores, Commission Secretary Wanda Wise-Latta and Office Assistant Mirta Lerma PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Proctor led the audience in the pledge of allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – None CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - confirmed CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Minutes of October 10, 29017 Motion – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Wright/Proctor to approve the Planning Commission Minutes of October 10, 2017 as submitted. AYES: Commissioners Caldwell, Currie, McCune, Proctor, Wright and Chairperson Quill. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Commissioner Bettencourt. (counted with the majority based on City Council adopted Rules of Procedure Resolution No. 2015-023). Motion passed. BUSINESS SESSION - None PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 2 NOVEMBER 14, 2017 PUBLIC HEARING 1. Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2017-0003 submitted by the City of La Quinta recommending that the City Council adopt amendments to Section 9.100.210 of the La Quinta Municipal Code relating to the exemption of golf course maintenance noise. CEQA: Exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 5061 (b)(3) Review for Exemptions – General Rule. Senior Planner Cheri Flores presented the information contained in the staff report, which is on file in the Design and Development Department. Planning Commission discussion followed regarding blower mowers. Chairperson Quill declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 6:09 p.m. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Wayne La Blanc, La Quinta, CA - introduced himself and spoke in support of the proposed ordinance amendment. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Jon Maddern, Director of Agronomy for PGA West and the La Quinta Resort and Club, La Quinta, CA - introduced himself and spoke in support of the proposed ordinance amendment. Senior Planner Flores stated that the correct end time of the proposed allowable golf course maintenance noise is 8:00 p.m. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Christopher Valenti, La Quinta, CA - introduced himself and spoke in support of the ordinance amendment. Commission discussion continued regarding mowing and maintenance schedules of golf courses; impact of golf course maintenance schedules on tournament play; allowable maintenance-equipment use until 10:00 p.m. subject only to allowable noise levels; and CEQA. Chairperson Quill declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 6:27 p.m. Motion – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Bettencourt/Currie to adopt Resolution No. 2017-017 of the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California, recommending to the City Council certification of a Negative Declaration and approval of Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2017-0003 approving amendments to Section 9.100.210 of the La Quinta Municipal Code. AYES: Commissioners Bettencourt, Caldwell, Currie, McCune, Proctor, Wright and Chairperson Quill. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion passed unanimously. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 3 NOVEMBER 14, 2017 2. Zoning Text Amendment 2017-0005 submitted by the City of La Quinta recommending that the City Council adopt amendments to Section 9.50.090 of the La Quinta Municipal Code and adopt single-family residential architectural design guidelines. CEQA: Exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) Review for Exemptions – General Rule. Associate Planner Carlos Flores presented the information contained in the staff report, which is on file in the Design and Development Department and stated that Staff recommended the Public Hearing be continued to the January 9, 2018 Commission meeting to allow additional time for further staff analysis of guidelines. Commission discussion followed regarding design standards versus design guidelines; the intent of the City-wide design guidelines; incorporating elements of the Cove design guidelines into the new guidelines; and the use of graphics to reflect the City’s branding efforts. Staff indicated that a draft document was available for the Commission’s review. Commission discussion continued regarding neighborhoods where the proposed guidelines would apply. Staff clarified that the intent of the guidelines are not to restrict architecture, but to give guidance on how to architecturally enhance a house. Staff clarified that any specific plan, site development permit or master design guidelines applicable to a community would guide the review of any new proposals within those communities. Commission discussion continued regarding the use of a design professional or architect in the creation of the design guidelines. Planning Manager Perez explained that staff received direction to proceed with the design guidelines internally. He stated that an architect or design professional did not participate in the development of the guidelines and stated that staff would rely on the Commission’s expertise when the guidelines are brought before them in January. He said staff appreciated the Commission’s comments regarding the use of a design professional and would take them under advisement. Commission indicated they would like to see landscape guidelines reviewed. Chairperson Quill declared the PUBLIC HEARING open at 6:51 p.m. PUBLIC SPEAKER: None Motion – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Caldwell/Wright to continue Zoning Text Amendment 2017-0005 submitted by the City of La Quinta to PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 4 NOVEMBER 14, 2017 the January 9, 2018 Planning Commission meeting. AYES: Commissioners Bettencourt, Caldwell, Currie, McCune, Proctor, Wright and Chairperson Quill. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion passed. STUDY SESSION – None REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - None COMMISSIONERS’ ITEMS - None STAFF ITEMS 1. Village Make Event Planning Manager Perez presented an update regarding the November 18, 2017 Village Make event. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Wright/Proctor to adjourn this meeting at 7:09 p.m. AYES: Commissioners Bettencourt, Caldwell, Currie, McCune, Proctor, Wright and Chairperson Quill. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, WANDA WISE-LATTA, Executive Assistant City of La Quinta, California Page 1 of 2 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT DATE: December 12, 2017 SUBJECT: GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL STATUS REPORT FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2017 RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Review and comment on the General Plan Annual Status Report. 2. Recommend that the City Council authorize submittal of the General Plan Annual Status Report to the Office of Planning and Research and the State Department of Housing and Community Development. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY x State Law required incorporated communities to adopt a General Plan that regulates the development of lands within the city’s boundary and sphere of influence. x The 2035 La Quinta General Plan was adopted by Council on February 19, 2013. x The General Plan annual status report was prepared to update the Planning Commission and Council on General Plan implementation. BACKGROUND/ ANALYSIS California Government Code Section 65300 requires the City prepare and adopt a comprehensive, long-term General Plan. The La Quinta General Plan addresses lands within the city’s boundaries and its sphere of influence (Attachment 1). Staff has prepared this report to inform the Planning Commission and Council on the status of the 2035 La Quinta General Plan implementation. As a charter city, preparation of General Plan and housing element status report by the City to the Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is optional. General Plan implementation occurs regularly by Design and Development Department staff in the review of development projects for consistency with the Land Use and Circulation Elements. The Planning Commission and Council are responsible for make General Plan consistency findings upon consideration of development projects. Implementation of General Plan goals, policies and programs may require new initiatives that extend beyond the development review process. Significant implementation efforts to report include the 2016 adoption of Zoning Map and Zoning Text Amendments for General Plan consistency. BS-1 Page 2 of 2 The annual status report was prepared according to the guidelines established by OPR and provides the status of General Plan implementation since the February 19, 2013 Plan adoption. The report reviews all goals, policies and programs for the mandated elements: Land Use, Circulation, Housing, Conservation, Open Space, Safety, and Noise. Additionally, the report reviews all optional elements such as the Livable Community, Economic Development, Parks, Recreation, and Trails, Air Quality, Biological Resources and Cultural Resources elements. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The General Plan status report is not subject to CEQA as the status report is not a project as defined in Section 15378(b)(2) of the Public Resources Code. Prepared by: Gabriel Perez, Planning Manager Attachments: 1. La Quinta General Plan Map 2. General Plan Web Links 3. General Plan Annual Status Report including Housing Element l City of La Quinta General Plan 2035 Weblink: http://www.laquintaca.gov/business/de sign-and-development/planning- division/2035-la-quinta-general-plan ATTACHMENT 2 CITY OF LA QUINTA - HOUSING ELEMENT STATUS REPORT- 2017 CALENDAR YEAR The Housing Element Report was prepared to identify the City’s progress in satisfying its share of the regional housing needs and Housing Element programs. This report was prepared to be consistent with the guidelines by the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The Housing Element Report includes the following information: A. Annual building activity report for new housing units B. Regional Housing needs allocation progress C. Program implementation status including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance improvement, and development of housing. Constructed Housing Units 2017 Calendar Year New Units Demolished Units Net Change in Units 2017 102 0 +102 Table A. Annual Building Activity Report for Moderate Income Units Annual Building Activity Report for Moderate Income Units 1.Single Family 2.2-4 Unit s 3.5+ Units 4.Second Unit 5.Mobile Homes 6.Total 7.Infill Units *No. of Units Permitted for Moderate 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 No. of Units for Above Moderate 102 0 0 0 0 102 102 *Research continuing to identify if certain infill homes qualify as moderate income housing.ATTACHMENT 3ATTACHMENT 3 Table B. Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) prepared a Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) to identify the housing needs for each jurisdiction within the SCAG region. SCAG, through the RHNA process assigned La Quinta a share of the region’s new housing units that should be constructed in the 2014-2021 planning period to satisfy regional housing needs. SCAG determined the City’s share of RHNA to be 364 units. Total RHNA Construction Need by Income 2014-2021 Very Low Low Moderate Above Moderate Total 91 61 66 146 364 25% 16% 18% 40% 100% City’s Progress in Meeting its Share of RHNA for Period 2014-2021 Very Low Low Moderate Above Moderate Total Need Projected Need 91 61 66 146 364 New Units (2017) 0 0 0 102 364 Remaining Need 91 61 66 44 262 Policy/ProgramDescriptionStatusGoal H-1Provide housing opportunities that meet the diverse needs of the City’s existing and projected population.Policy H-1.1Identify adequate sites to accommodate a range of product types, densities, and prices to address the housing needs of all household types, lifestyles, and income levels.CompleteProgram 1.1.aThe City’s General Plan is proposed to be updated during the planning period, beginning in late 2009. The update process provides an ideal opportunity to investigate potential land and policy resources for new housing construction. CompletePolicy H-1.2Focus housing growth within existing City boundaries until it is necessary to pursue annexation or development in planning areas for affordable housing.No changeProgram H-1.2.aWhile the development capacity of land identified in the vacant and underutilized landinventory has the potential to meet RHNA under current zoning designations, upzoning keysites will increase capacity and may facilitate the development of housing affordable to arange of incomes.No changeProgram H-1.2.bSmaller homes on smaller lots create potential for market-‐driven affordable housing to bedeveloped in La Quinta, and is an appropriate form of housing for first-‐time homebuyers,small households, and seniors. The ordinance would create additional housing potential onsmall infill sites. Such an ordinance would include consideration for incentivizing small lotdevelopments such as fee reductions, flexible development standards, allowances for small-‐lot, market-‐rate projects to utilize parking and other development-‐related densitybonus incentives usually reserved for affordable projects, and expediting review of small-‐lot subdivision maps.Complete. PUD added to Zoning in 2017Policy H-1.3Direct new housing development to viable areas where essential public facilities can beprovided and employment opportunities, educational facilities, and commercial support areavailable.Complete and Ongoing. Added Mixed Use to Zoning in 2017Policy H-1.4Support the construction of new affordable housing by rezoning, where appropriate and desirable, to permit higher density residential development.Ongoing. Case-by-case basisGeneral Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017)HOUSING1 Policy H-1.5Pursue land banking opportunities for housing that exceeds the 2006– 2014 RHNA.No changeProgram H-1.5.aThe recent downturn in the market reduces competition for purchasing vacant and underutilized residential sites. Land costs are a critical concern for the affordable housing development community. By purchasing land as it becomes available, the Redevelopment Agency will be able to provide sites at low or no cost to the developer for the purpose of subsidizing development to meet the RHNA. For example, the Agency sold a 15-‐acre site to Coachella Valley Housing Coalition for $1 to develop Wolff Waters Place, a project providing 218 affordable units completed in 2009. The City will continue to acquire and consolidate parcels associated with Site U8, in particular related to continuing discussions with the owners of the existing 10.3 acre trailer park.Ongoing. Housing Authority pursuing purchase of property. Redevelopment no longer available.Program H-1.5.b...An Affordable Housing Overlay (AHO) would permit higher density development to occur inspecific parts of the City provided the residential project dedicate at least 25 percent of thehousing for lower income households. Property owners would not be required to developaffordable housing on their sites; however, projects that do so would be permitted todevelop housing at densities of 20–24 units per acre. Moreover, the 24 unit per acre densitywould serve as the base level for the application of a density bonus under State law.Projects with an affordability component under 25% could be granted specific density bonusincentives they may not otherwise qualify for. Under existing provisions, affordable housingprojects would be eligible for an additional 35 percent density bonus and could reach amaximum of just over 32 units per acre. Projects developed under the AHO would require adensity of at least 20 units per acre. The AHO would also set forth financial and otherincentives that could be made availate services that help a person maintain a stable,housed, life. This use is not currently addressed in the Zoning Code.te seating, lighting, trashreceptacles, cleaning and maintenance. g. Implement transit-preferential measures such astransit signal priority and bypass lanes. h. Support "Smart bus" technology, using GPS andelectronic displays at transit stops Complete. Mixed Use added to Zoning in 20172 Program H-1.5.cResidential uses at 20 to 24 units per acre will be permitted in several commercial zones(Program 1.5) and on specific residential sites following standards similar to thoseestablished for the High Density Residential zone. Higher density housing and verticallymixed-‐use development, including affordable housing projects, may benefit fromregulations tailored to this use, especially with regard to parking standards.Complete. Mixed Use added to Zoning in 2017. 9.110.100 Affordable Housing Overlay applicable to CC, CP, CN, RC, and VC districts Program H-1.5.dEncourage future development or redevelopment of High Density Residential sites formultifamily housing by increasing the maximum density from 16 to 24 units per acre. Higherdensity housing may provide additional opportunities for housing types affordable tomoderate and lower incomehouseholds. This would be a land use action associated with the City’s 2011 General PlanUpdate process.Complete. Mixed Use and Village Commercial Build-Out Master Plan added to Zoning in 2017Program H-1.5.eThe City will report on the status and implementation of the AHO including developmentoccurring on identified sites to determine whether Program incentives are providing thenecessary catalyst to ensure that development is occurring consistent with the buildoutprojections described in Tables C-‐1 and C-‐2. As necessary, the City will revise thisprogram to ensure the AHO remains a realistic and viable development strategy toaccommodate the City’s remaining regional need for lower-‐income households throughoutthe planning period...Ongoing. Continually monitored. Need has not occurred. City undertaking projects.Goal H-2Assist in the creation and provision of resources to support housing for lower and moderateincome households.Policy H-2.1Increase housing choices for lower and moderate income households.Ongoing. Coral Mountain Apartments complete. Washington Street Apartments planned construction in 2018.On-going. City Manager's office identifies opportunities to support affordable housing efforts. Limited Housing Authority funds exist. Support public, private, and nonprofit efforts in the development of affordable housing.Pursue a variety of forms of private, local, state, and federal assistance to support development of affordable housing.State law permits jurisdictions “buy down” existing residential projects by restricting previously above moderate income units for lower income households. The City may meet a portion of its RHNA by restricting existing projects or purchasing and deed‐ restricting foreclosed homes.Policy H-2.2Policy H-2.3Program H-2.3.aOn-going. City Manager's office supports affordable housing efforts.On-going. City Manager's office supports affordable housing efforts.3 Program H-2.3.bEncourage the development of second units, guest houses, and employee quarters through a promotional brochure designed to define a second unit, explain local development requirements, and describe the local entitlement process. This information will be provided at City Hall and on the City’s website. Press releases and other free forms of media may also be used to inform the public of its availability. Second units and guest/employee quarters (referred to in La Quinta as “casitas”) provide housing opportunities for lower income households. Employee quarters, per the City’s Municipal Code, are rent-‐free and therefore affordable to extremely low income households.Limited activity. No brochure developed. Second unit ordinance amended 2017. City staff shall create a brochure and add website information recording second units in 2018.Program H-2.3.cFacilitate the development of rent‐free guest and employee housing by permitting as an accessory use without a Minor Use Permit, and expanding the definition of guest and employee housing units to allow full bathroom and kitchen facilities. Full bathroom and kitchen facilities will improve the quality of life for lower and extremely low income employees in La Quinta.Complete. The zoning update in 2017 included elimination of prohibition of kitchens. No Minor Use Permit required.Program H-2.3.dThe City updated its density bonus law in 2008, but will need to reflect additional changes brought through AB 2280. Density bonuses allow the development community to construct densities higher than the maximum allowed, and receive other incentives for providing affordable housing.Complete. Density bonus ordinance current.Program H-2.3.eThe City shall meet with parties interested in affordable housing development to discuss types of land and financial incentives available and requirements for obtaining assistance, discuss appropriate sites for affordable housing, and foster professional collaboration between the City and affordable housing stakeholders. By supporting projects that maximize the leveraging of private, state, and federal financial resources the Agency’s funds will assist in the development of more units.On-going. City Manager's office works with developers for potential affordable development regarding available incentives. Washington Street apartment construction begins March 2018Program H-2.3.fAffordable Housing Renter-‐to-‐Owner Transition Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) provides federal tax credits for private developers and investors that agree to set aside all or a portion of their units for low income households. LIHTC projects can transition from rental to ownership units. The units must remain rentals for 15 years, at which time some projects convert to ownership units. Typically a portion or all of the rent paid for the 5 years prior to the conversion is put toward the purchase of the unit. This enables lower income households to invest in the property in which they have been living and benefit from its appreciation....On-going. City Manager's office coordinates to obtain tax credits to support affordable housing development. Washington Apartments is a tax credit project and the tax credits were awarded September 2017.4 Program H-2.3.gThere are many resources that the City, nonprofits, or for-‐profit developers may utilize to subsidize the construction and maintenance of affordable housing. Some of the most prominent resources are described below.On-going. Affordable housing efforts coordinated through the City Manager's Office.Program H-2.3.hSweat equity and shared equity programs provide lower and moderate income households with ownership assistance. Sweat equity refers to the exchange of time and effort, usually in the form of construction activities, for an affordable ownership opportunity. Shared equity refers to the exchange of a portion of the home appreciation for an affordable ownership opportunity.On-going. from CM office. Program H-2.3.iInvestigate the feasibility of purchasing foreclosed homes and offering them to residents at prices affordable to low and moderate income households. HUD’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program makes emergency assistance grants available to local governments for the acquisition, redevelopment, and renting or resale of foreclosed properties at-‐risk of abandonment.No Activity. No funds available to City from HUD's Neighborhood Stabilization.Program H-2.3.jIn second trust deed loan programs jurisdictions and agencies assist lower or moderate income households purchase a home by providing a mortgage subsidy. The City will explore utilizing a silent second trust deed program to facilitate homeownership.Ongoing. Assistance provided by City for the Watercolors senior homes and Cove homes.Program H-2.3.kThe Department of Housing and Community Development is preparing to establish a grant program to assist in the development of parkland in lower income areas. The City will track the process of the Housing Related Parks Program and seek funding should the City qualify under the finalized program guidelines.No Activity. City not eligible in previous attempts. City staff to check eligibility requirements for future solicitations. Goal H-3Create a regulatory system that does not unduly constrain the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing affordable to all La Quinta residents.Policy H-3.1Remove unnecessary regulatory constraints to enable the construction or rehabilitation of housing that meets the needs of La Quinta residents, including lower income and special needs residents.Complete. Development Code Tune Up in 2017Policy H-3.2Coordinate the development of affordable housing with the provision of key utilities to ensure prompt and adequate service.Ongoing and case-by-casePolicy H-3.3Incentivize the development of affordable housing to facilitate the development of housing for the City’s lower and moderate income households.Complete. Mixed Use added to Zoning in 20175 Program H-3.3.aThe City’s Assessment District/Water/Sewer Subsidy Program alleviated some of the financial hardship on lower and moderate income households by providing assistance to cover the cost of assessment districts, plumbing installation fees, and sewer connection fees.No Activity. Subsidy Program not in effect. No funds available for reinstatementProgram H-3.3.bIn compliance with state law, the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) must create procedures to provide priority water and sewer service to lower income residential project. The law also prohibits the denial or conditioning the approval of service without adequate findings, and requires future water management plans to identify projected water use for lower income residential development.No action required by City. CVWD responsible for compliance with law.Program H-3.3-cStudy permitting fees and processing times to identify any potential opportunities to streamline the process and reduce the cost of the entitlement process for projects with an affordable housing component.Complete and ongoing. Trakit permitting software monitors processing times. Fees are hours based. The Development Code Tune Up 2017 was implemented to streamline development process. Program H-3.3.dThere are several potential opportunities to reduce parking standards for special types of development in La Quinta. While the City already has special parking standards for multifamily senior housing, there is potential to further reduce those requirements, particularly for lower and moderate income senior housing.The compact, mixed-‐use character of the Village area may also foster opportunities for parking reductions or joint-‐use opportunities. Lower and moderate income households may own fewer vehicles than above moderate income households, and be more inclined to walk or use public transportation. Incentives such as reduced parking requirements could be offered for affordable housing developments.Complete. Zoning update in 2017 included reduced parking standards. Staff will monitor future citywide use of autonomous vehicles and identify further reductions that can be supported.Program H-3.3.eSeveral small lots in the Village Commercial would have improved development potential through lot consolidation. The City will study, identify, and adopt regulatory incentives to encourage and facilitate lot consolidation. Potential incentives include fee deferral or reductions, City-‐assisted parcel assemblage and mergers, parking requirement reduction, and relief from various other development standards that could potentially increase the cost of the project.Complete. Village Master Plan & EIR finished 2017Goal H-4Conserve and improve the quality of existing La Quinta neighborhoods and individual properties.Policy H-4.1Protect the quality of La Quinta's neighborhoods through the rehabilitation of both affordable and market-rate homes.No activity. No active rehabilitation projects since General Plan adoptionPolicy H-4.2Promote financial and technical assistance to lower and moderate income households for housing maintenance and improvements.Ongoing. City provides information on the HERO program. City staff to conduct research on technical assistance available by agencies. Policy H-4.3Encourage the retention and rehabilitation of existing single-family neighborhoods and mobile home parks that are economically and physically sound.No activityPolicy H-4.4Enhance neighborhoods that presently provide affordable housing with drainage, lighting and landscape amenities, and parks and recreation areas.Ongoing. Landscape improvements opportunities identified in the City's Capital Improvement Program. Parks are distributed throughout the City. 6 Program H-4.4.aThe Residential Rehabilitation Program provides low interest loans up to $25,000 for property and structural repairs and rehabilitation of single-‐family homes and small multifamily projects. The Residential Rehabilitation Program encompasses a code compliance component to assist lower income homeowners that have been cited for minor code violations.No activity. Limited resources due to removals of Redevelopment.Program H-4.4.bTo better understand the City’s housing needs the quality and condition of the housing stock must be inventoried on a regular basis. The inventory should focus on older neighborhoods, such as those south of Calle Tampico, west of Washington Street, and north of Highway 111.No activity. City staff to conduct housing stock inventory in 2018-2019Program H-4.4.cThe Minor Senior Home Repair program allocates grants up to $250 per year for lower income seniors for minor housing repairs, such as painting doors or trim, or repairing a window. The Enhanced Senior Home Repair Program provides major rehabilitation and repair for low income seniors, providing a one-‐time grant for repairs to homes owned and occupied by seniors and/or persons with disabilities. The maximum level of assistance for this program is $3,000 per yearOngoing. City Housing staff coordinates with lower income households and refers to County EDA. City does not run its own senior home repair program. Program H-4.4.dThe County of Riverside Economic Development Agency Home Repair Program provides lower income households with up to $6,000 for home repairs such as a new roof, new air-‐ conditioner, or a handicap ramp. As a jurisdiction in Riverside County, lower income La Quinta households are eligible for this grantOngoing. City Housing staff coordinates with lower income households and refers to County EDAProgram H-4.4.eLower and moderate income homeowners may need assistance in affording important home repairs and improvements. The City can assist these households by compiling and sharing a listing of local, state, and federal programs offering rehabilitation assistance.Ongoing. City Housing staff coordinates with lower income householdsGoal H-5Provide equal housing opportunities for all persons.Policy 5.1Provide the regulatory framework to create an environment in which housing opportunities are equal.Complete and ongoing. City complies with all housing laws. City staff to update Municipal Code as needed.Policy 5.2Encourage and support the enforcement of laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in lending practices and in the sale or rental of housing.Ongoing. The City complies with all housing laws. City staff to update Municipal Code as needed.Policy 5.3Encourage support services for the Coachella Valley’s senior and homeless populations through referrals and collaborative efforts with non-‐profits and other jurisdictions.Ongoing. City to participate in CVAG's homelessness programs.Policy 5.4Assist in the creation of a continuum of care for the homeless population and those transitioning into permanent housing.Ongoing. City to participate in CVAG's homelessness programs. The City is working to house homeless persons in Coral Mountain apartments through the Homeless Prevention Program.Policy 5.5Improve quality of life for disabled persons by facilitation relief from regulatory requirements that may create barriers to accessible housing and promoting universal design.Complete. Amended Zoning for reasonable accommodation.Program H-5.5.aThe City of La Quinta seeks to provide fair regulations to guide development within the community. The City must ensure that amendments to the Zoning Code do not enact regulations causing or contributing to discrimination against any residential development because of race, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or disability of its owners or intended occupants.Ongoing. City complies with all housing laws. City staff to update Municipal Code as needed.7 Program H-5.5.bSHARE is a nonprofit organization whose purpose is to promote home sharing. Home sharing programs provide referral/matching services to people with limited incomes seeking housing, and homeowners who wish to share their home. SHARE targets senior citizens and estimates that 50 percent of these matches involve economically disadvantaged groups, with 25 percent of these matches involving very low income households.No activity. City staff to add SHARE program information to City website.Program H-5.5.cManufactured homes on permanent foundations are a cost effective alternative to the traditional single-‐family detached home.Complete. Zoning standards allows manufactured homes on foundations in residential districts.Program H-5.5.dDisabled individuals or those acting on their behalf may need to request reasonable accommodation from land use, zoning, or building rules, practices, and/or procedures of the City in order to obtain adequate housing.Complete. Zoning for reasonable accommodation.Program H-5.5.eUniversal design refers to barrier-‐free and accessible design that may incorporate personal assistance technology. Universal design creates spaces that are accessible to persons with disabilities, but also designed for general use. Broad-‐application of universal design standards would result in new and rehabilitated homes that are appropriate for an entire lifecycle, from infant to elder. By incorporating universal design features the ability of the housing stock to meet existing and future needs would be greatly improved.No activity. Building Division staff to research universal design standards in 2018.Program H-5.5.fContinue to support and collaborate with the Coachella Valley Association of Governments Homelessness Committee efforts to create a regional homeless facility that will provide housing as well as supportive services. The Strategic Plan created by the Homelessness Committee establishes a continuum of care for the Coachella Valley.Ongoing. City participates in CVAG's homelessness programs.Program H-5.5.g...Emergency shelters are usually the first step in a homeless continuum of care program designed to allow homeless people a temporary place of stay. Although the Municipal Code lists emergency shelters as a permitted use in all commercial zones, no definition is provided for this use. Furthermore, transitional shelters are defined as temporary or more emergency-‐basis uses in the Municipal Code and are conditionally permitted in the Regional Commercial (CR) and Major Community Facilities (MC) zones. However, actual transitional housing typically accommodates homeless people for up to two years as they stabilize their lives and does not meet emergency needs. Transitional housing includes training and services that are vital for rehabilitating and enriching the lives of the formerly homeless. Transitional housing facilities provide families and individuals with a safe place within which to rebuild their lives and prepare for independence. Permanent supportive housing is affordable housing with on‐ or off‐site services that help a person maintain a stable, housed, life. This use is not currently addressed in the Zoning Code.Complete. Zoning Ordinance amended to define homeless shelters, transitional shelters.Program H-5.5.hFair housing organizations provide dispute resolution and legal assistance to tenants and landlords in conflict. Such services are particularly important for lower and moderate income households unable to afford counsel.Ongoing. City staff coordinates with residents and County on fair housing issues.Program H-5.5.iWhile numerous services are available to special needs and lower income households, it can be difficult to readily have access to these resources. A directory provides the contact information necessary to seek housing assistance.Ongoing. Referrals provided by City staff to the LIHEAP federal program for low income energy payment assistance. City Housing staff coordinates with lower income households and refers to County EDA Housing staff add special needs services to website. 8 Goal H-6Provide a regulatory framework that facilitates and encourages energy and water conservation through sustainable site planning, project design, and green technologies and building materials.Policy H-6.1Promote higher density and compact developments that increase energy efficiency and reduce land consumption.Complete. Zoning added Mixed Use and PUD in 2017.Policy H-6.2Facilitate housing development and rehabilitation that conserves natural resources and minimizes greenhouse gas emissions.Complete. GHG Reduction Plan adopted with General Plan includes conservation measures.Policy H-6.3Encourage and enforce green building regulations or incentives that do not serve as constraints to the development or rehabilitation of housing.Complete. Building Code is adopted per State requirements.Policy H-6.4Focus sustainability efforts on measures and techniques that also assist the occupant in reducing energy costs; therefore reducing housing costs.Complete. GHG Reduction Plan adopted with General Plan includes conservation measures.Policy H-6.5Use and encourage emerging technologies to reduce high demands for electricity and natural gas including use of passive solar devices and where feasible other renewable energy technologies (e.g., biomass, wind, and geothermal).No activity required. Title 24 Energy Code required building design address energy efficiency.Program H-6.5.aThe City Council has identified the conservation of natural resources as a critical concern in La Quinta. In July 2007 the City Council directed staff to initiate the development of the Green and Sustainable La Quinta Program, a comprehensive program to reduce the environmental impact of existing structures, rehabilitation efforts, and new construction. Progress to date includes participating in local energy reduction and water conservation programs. The formal Green and Sustainable Program may include energy conserving standards for street widths, streetscapes, and landscaping to reduce heat loss. Energy consumption in existing homes could be improved by incentivizing energy-‐efficient retrofits prior to the resale of homes.Complete. General Plan included Livable Community Element with conservation policies and programs.Policy/ProgramDescriptionStatusGoal H-1Provide housing opportunities that meet the diverse needs of the City’s existing and projected population.Policy H-1.1Identify adequate sites to accommodate a range of product types, densities, and prices to address the housing needs of all household types, lifestyles, and income levels.CompleteProgram 1.1.aThe City’s General Plan is proposed to be updated during the planning period, beginning in late 2009. The update process provides an ideal opportunity to investigate potential land and policy resources for new housing construction. CompletePolicy H-1.2Focus housing growth within existing City boundaries until it is necessary to pursue annexation or development in planning areas for affordable housing.No changeProgram H-1.2.aWhile the development capacity of land identified in the vacant and underutilized landinventory has the potential to meet RHNA under current zoning designations, upzoning keysites will increase capacity and may facilitate the development of housing affordable to arange of incomes.No changeCompletePUD added to Zoning in 20179 Program H-6.5.eThe Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is proactive in energy savings via conservation programs, product rebates, and general tips. An average home owner can save up to 10 percent on energy/energy bills by taking advantage of IID programs. Home owners can utilize the free “Check Me!” program, which checks the refrigerant charge and airflow of their air conditioning/heating units. IID also offers a rebate on the purchase of higher efficiency air conditioning units, high efficiency refrigerators, programmable thermostats, and ENERGY STAR equipment. City staff has held several meetings with IID representatives to discuss opportunities for collaboration to conserve energy in La Quinta, including water management opportunities for golf courses and golf-‐oriented communities.Ongoing. City promotes IID programs for electric use reduction.Program H-6.5.fThe Federal Department of Energy’s Weatherization Assistance Program, in conjunction with state and local programs, provide low or no cost weatherization and insulation services to reduce the heating and cooling costs for low income households.Ongoing. City Housing staff refers residents to available programs when inquiries are made. Program arranged by SoCal Gas10 TypeDescription Status Next StepsGoal LU-1Land use compatibility throughout the City.Policy LU-1.1The Land Use Map shall implement the goals and policies of the Land Use Element and the other Elements of the General Plan.Complete and Ongoing.The Land Use Map is updated on a periodic basis to be sure the land use patterns in the City reflect the goals and policies of the General Plan.Update the Land Use Map annuallyProgram LU-1.1aMaintain consistency between the Land Use Map and Zoning Map, consistent with the Zoning Designations Consistency Matrix.Complete and Ongoing. Zone Change and General Plan Amendment Proposals are reviewed for consistency. Updated Overall Zoning Map Fall 2016Update the Zoning Map annuallyProgram LU-1.1bThe Zoning Ordinance will include design standards in all zoning districts that assure high quality development.Complete and Ongoing. Design guidelines are in effect for the Cove area and the Highway 111 area. Two ALRB members a part of the Planning Commission. Specific Plans include separate design guidance approved by the Planning Commission and City Council. Citywide single-family residential design guidelines are in development and will be considered by the Planning Commission and City Council in Winter 2018.Review design for each case and check for consistency with Cove and Highway 111 guidelines, where applicable. Citywide residential design guidelines to be drafted 2017-2018. For other developments, the standards in the code are sufficient.Policy LU-1.2All land use decisions shall be consistent with all applicable General Plan policies and programs and shall uphold the rights and needs of property owners as well as those of the general public.Ongoing. Required by law and findings during project approval.Consider general plan policies and programs when reviewing cases and plans. Policy LU-1.3The City Council shall review the City's Sphere of Influence every five yearsOngoing.The General Plan was last updated in 2013 and the Sphere of Influence was considered then. City Council review City Sphere and work with LAFCO, as necessary, to revise. Planning Staff works to gather materials on City Sphere for City Council to review. February/March 2018-Council Conduct Review of City SpherePolicy LU-1.4No annexation affecting lands in the southern Sphere of Influence (also known as Vista Santa Rosa) shall occur until a Master Plan for this area has been adopted, unless the annexation is required for municipal purposes.No annexations in this area have been proposed since adoption of the General Plan Update.Tie to City Sphere review Feb/March 2018Program LU-1.4aThe Master Plan for Vista Santa Rosa will include an active and aggressive community participation program to ensure that community character is reflected in the Plan.No master plan has been initiated due to limited interest by development community for annexation.Dependent on Master plan preparation if directed from Feb/March Sphere reviewProgram LU-1.4bThe Master Plan for Vista Santa Rosa can be initiated by the City or by property owners or developers who are willing to fund the project.No master plan has been initiated. Dependent on Master plan preparation if directed from Feb/March Sphere reviewLAND USEGeneral Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017)11 Policy LU-1.5All annexation applications by land owners shall include fiscal analysis that fully addresses the fiscal impact of the proposed annexation. Subsequently, all annexation applications shall also include a Development Agreement application or mechanism other that demonstrates how the annexation will be revenue neutral or revenue positive for the City.Ongoing. No annexations have been proposed in the City since adoption of the General Plan Update. This policy will be applied to annexation requests.Require applicants to submit fiscal analysis and enter into development agreements when annexing properties. When annexation is City initiated, City will obtain fiscal analysis.Goal LU-2High quality design that complements the City.Policy LU-2.1Changes and variations from the Zoning Ordinance in a Specific Plan will be offset by high quality design, amenities and mix of land uses.Complete and Ongoing, Planned Unit Development (PUD) standards have been codified to further encourage mixed land use development.Encourage applicants to incorporate innovative, high quality design, amenities and mixed land uses in Specific Plans and Amendments.Policy LU-2.2Specific Plans shall be required for projects proposing the integration of recreation, tourist commercial and residential uses; and for all projects proposing flexible development standards that differ from the Zoning Ordinance.Ongoing. Specific Plans are encouraged by Staff for new development, As an alternative the PUD ordinance has been adopted to allow flexible development standards. Encourage applicants to incorporate innovative, high quality design, amenities and mixed land uses in Specific Plans or PUDs.Program LU-2.2aMaintain detailed requirements for the preparation of Specific Plans in the Zoning OrdinanceComplete. The Zoning ordinance has Specific Plan requirements.Review cases to make sure they are in compliance with Specific Plan requirements in the zoning ordinance.Program LU-2.2bThe Planning Director will determine substantial conformance in approved Specific PlansOngoing. Planning staff reviews cases to determine which are substantially conforming. Design and Development Director has final approval.Program LU-2.2cThe Planning Director has the authority to waive the need for a Specific Plan Amendment under the following circumstances: When changes to the land use allocation are less than 5%; When the off-site circulation pattern and turning movements will not be altered by the proposed change; When the change is considered minor in nature and does not conflict with the purpose and intent of the Specific Plan; or When no new land use is proposed.Ongoing and case-by-case. Planning staff reviews cases to determine which need Specific Plan Amendments. Design and Development Director has final approval.Review Specific Plan cases during pre-application reviews to determine if specific plans are necessary.Policy LU-2.3The City's outdoor lighting ordinance will be maintained.Ongoing. Standards are built into the Zoning ordinance to allow for the lighting ordinance to be maintained.Have developments prepare photometric study to prove compliance as required by application submittal requirements.Policy LU-2.4Planning for all major community facilities shall carefully consider the potential impacts to adjacent development, particularly residential development.Ongoing. Review of impacts required under CEQA unless exempt.12 Program LU-2.4aMaintain standards for municipal facilities, utility substations, schools and similar public facilities in the Zoning Ordinance.Complete. Section 13.24.110 of the Municipal Code discusses requirements for utilities, also Chapter 9.90 of the Municipal Code has standards for development of major community facilities.Policy LU-2.5Public and utility projects shall be subject to the same standards as the development community.Complete. Section 13.24.110 of the Municipal Code discusses requirements for utilities, also Chapter 9.90 of the Municipal Code has standards for development of major community facilities.Policy LU-2.6Participate in efforts to preserve and protect sensitive resources throughout the City and its Sphere of Influence, in support of the CVMSHCP.Complete and Ongoing. Chapter 3.34 of the Municipal Code includes requirements for paying the local development mitigation fee in support of the CVMSHCP. Also addressed through CEQA process; review of locations of Conservation Areas.Review cases to identify if project is within conservation areas of CVMSHCP and enforce payment of local mitigation fees. Add Conservation Areas on Trakit mapping in 2018.Program LU-2.6aMaintain and enforce the Hillside Preservation OrdinanceOngoing. Section 9.110.070 has development standards for the Hillside conservation Overlay District in order to preserve hillsides.Add Hillside Conservation Overlay on Trakit in 2018.Program LU-2.6bAmend the Land Use Map as necessary to ensure the preservation of sensitive resources through the designation of open space.Complete. Open space areas are currently designated on the Zoning and General Plan Land Use Maps.Program LU-2.6cEncourage the use of native landscaping and "links" golf courses that preserve areas of natural terrain and native vegetation.Complete and ongoing. Section 8.13 of the Municipal Code includes regulations for water efficient landscaping which promotes the use of native landscaping.Policy LU-2.47Continue to include park facilities planning in neighborhood planning effortsOngoing. Zoning ordinance includes common area open space requirements.Program LU-2.7aContinue to utilize the Quimby Act to charge park fees and allow for park development.Ongoing. Quimby fees are collected prior to final Map recordation. Updated sheet on website with latest population factor reflected from 2010 Census data.Program LU-2.7bIncorporate park planning into annexation studies and annexation community outreach efforts.No annexations have been proposed in the City since adoption of the General Plan Update.Goal LU-3Safe and identifiable neighborhoods that provide a sense of place.Policy LU-3.1Encourage the preservation of neighborhood character and assure a consistent and compatible land use pattern.Ongoing. All applications are reviewed for compatibility with neighbors. Findings must also include compatibility. Program LU-3.1aPeriodically review land use designations to assure that changes in the community and marketplace are met.Ongoing. Currently, the land use designations are appropriate. Village master plan completed 2016.Continue researching changes in planning and development, such as changes in recreational preferences of residents and the aging population, and allow for changes in land use designations as necessary. Planning work with City Manager's office regarding Highway 111.13 Program LU-3.1bApply the City's discretionary powers and site development review process consistently to assure that subdivision and development plans are compatible with existing residential areas.Complete and Ongoing. The project review process allows for this.Plan check process to assure plans are following the standards.Policy LU-3.2Density transfers may occur in Specific Plans when common area amenities and open space are provided.Complete. Currently, Specific Plans allow for a density transfer process.Policy LU-3.3Maintain residential development standards including setbacks, height, pad elevations and other design and performance standards that assure a high quality of development in the Zoning Ordinance.Complete. Chapters 9.50 and 9.60 of the Municipal Code set forth residential development standards.Plan check process to assure plans are following the standards. City-wide residential guidelines to be developed 2018.Program LU-3.3aProvide incentives in the Zoning Ordinance for creative and high quality development; projects that reduce the dependence on automobiles; projects that incorporate trails and paths for pedestrians and bicycles; and projects that incorporate transit and alternative transportation facilities into their designs.Complete. PUD and Mixed Use standards have been codified to further encourage mixed land use development and to allow for flexible development standards .Review zoning standards with map amendments annually.Goal LU-4Maintenance and protection of existing neighborhoods.Policy LU-4.1Encourage compatible development adjacent to existing neighborhoods and infrastructure.Ongoing. All applications are reviewed for compatibility with neighbors. Findings must also include compatibility. Program LU-4.1aContinue to use creative planning techniques, including the merger of small residential lots in the Cove, to encourage development in existing neighborhoods.Case-by-case basis.Policy LU-4.2Capital improvement projects for developed areas in the City should be of first priority, to encourage infill development.Ongoing. CIP program identifies public projects that are planned for and prioritized by need.Council reviews CIP priorities annually.Program LU-4.2aRequire necessary improvement/extension of intervening roadways and infrastructure to serve new development.Ongoing. Conditions of Approval are the method for instituting this program.Goal LU-5A broad range of housing types and choices for all residents of the City.Policy LU-5.1Use development incentives to achieve a mix of housing, including affordable housing.Ongoing and case-by-case. Density bonuses, Mixed Use, PUD and SP regulations allow for a mix of housing.Program LU-5.1aMonitor the progress made to achieve Housing Element mandated goals for the provision of housing and consider amendments to the General Plan when necessary to help achieve those goals.Ongoing. Yearly report is prepared evaluating housing in the City. Housing Element reporting does not occur.Provide Annual reports to Planning Commission and City Council on progress towards Housing Element goals.14 Policy LU-5.2Consider changes in market demand in residential product type to meet the needs of current and future residents.Ongoing. Trends in the market are being followed, such as less younger people are buying homes and are more interested in mixed use type development. Recent residential development modifications for Griffin Estates and Andalusia have been considered and approved based on changing consumer demands. Program LU-5.2aPeriodically review and update, as needed, the standards of the Zoning Ordinance to allow for changes in residential product types without the need for a Specific Plan.Complete. PUD regulations have been added to the zoning ordinance to promote changes in housing types without going through the Specific Plan processProgram LU-5.2bInclude detailed residential development standards in the Mixed Use Overlay zoning district.Complete. Section 9.140.090 of the Municipal Code includes regulations for Mixed Use residential development.Goal LU-6A balanced and varied economic base which provides a broad range of goods and services to the City's residents and the region.Policy LU-6.1Commercial land use designations shall allow a full range of retail, office, resort and institutional businesses in the City.Complete. The commercial zones in the City allow for a full range of retail, office, resort and institutional businesses in the City.Program LU-6.1aAs part of the update of the Economic Development Plan, review the Land Use Map regularly to assure that sufficient lands are designated for commercial uses which support the needs of the community and surrounding areas.No Action. Economic Development Plan is not currently being updated.Program LU-6.1bEncourage the integration of a wide range of support services at employment centers, including child care, occupational health, fitness facilities and convenience retail shops.Complete. Mixed use regulations have been added to the zoning ordinance to promote support services.Program LU-6.1cMaintain economic and demographic statistical data and make this data available to the development community and other interested parties.Complete and ongoing. City website has demographic data on it which is available for anyone to view and is updated on a regular basis as information is available.Report economic data on the website as well, such as job data.Policy LU-6.2Maintain commercial development standards in the Zoning Ordinance including set backs, height, pad elevations and other design and performance standards that assure a high quality of development.Complete. Chapters 9.90 and 9.100 include development regulations for commercial development.Plan check process to assure plans are following the standards.Policy LU-6.3Support and encourage the expansion of the resort industry as a key component of the City's economic base.Ongoing. New hotels are proposed for the Silverrock site and Short term vacation rental (STVR) program has been instituted, which collects TOT.Continue the STVR program and collect TOT on a regular basis. Continued development at SilverRock. Modify Resort Residential standards 2018.15 Program LU-6.3aProvide standards for a broad range of tourist commercial land uses in the Zoning Ordinance.Complete. A variety of uses is provided for in Chapter 9.80 of the Municipal Code for tourist commercial development.Policy LU-6.4Support the development of a broad range of non-polluting, carefully planned industrial uses.Complete. The Commercial Park district of the City allows for light industrial uses.Program LU-6.4aInclude provisions for industrial development including development standards, permitted and conditionally permitted land uses in the Zoning Ordinance.No activity.Develop new standards for Industrial zoning district opon consideration of a masterplan for the Vista Santa Rosa area.Policy LU-6.5Industrial lands shall be located along major transportation corridors, and in areas that maximize all available infrastructure.Complete. Land Use map is consistent with this.Policy LU-6.6Encourage the development of vocation and technical programs in the educational system to help the industrial sector find qualified local employees.No activity.Policy LU-6.7Consider the airport Master Plan in all development proposals adjacent to the Jacqueline Cochran Airport.Ongoing. Required by law.Program LU-6.7aStandards for development adjacent to airports shall be developed which maximize the need for public safety.No activity. The Airport Land Use Commission has development regulations in place to accommodate public safety. This will be necessary for future projects in the Sphere of Influence adjacen to the Jacqueline Cochran Airport.Program LU-6.7bProjects located within the influence area of the Airport's Land Use Plan will include review and analysis of their conformance with the Land Use Plan in their application submittal.Ongoing. Projects sent to the ALUC if within a protections zone within the airport land use plan.Goal LU-7Innovative land uses in the Village and on Highway 111.Village Master Plan completed; Mixed use overlay added to zoning 2016.Highway 111 corridor strategic plan in 2018.Policy LU-7.1Encourage the use of mixed use development in appropriate locations.Ongoing and case-by-case.Program LU-7.1aEstablish a Mixed Use Overlay for all the commercial zoning designations.Complete. Mixed Use Overlay adopted in 2016.Policy LU-7.2Mixed Use developments within 300 feet of Highway 111 must include retail commercial development for at least 75% of the ground floor leasable area.Complete. Included in 2016 zoning update.Policy LU-7.3Encourage the use of vacant pads in existing commercial development on Highway 111 for residential use.Ongoing and case-by-case basisProgram LU-7.3aAmend the Zoning Ordinance to include standards for high density residential development within commercial zones.Complete. Added in 2016.16 Policy LU-7.4Develop incentives for Mixed Use projects.Complete. Added with Mixed Use Overlay in 2016.Program LU-7.4aConsider density bonuses, modified parking requirements, expedited entitlement and building permit processing and fee waivers for Mixed Use projects.Complete. Added with Mixed Use Overlay in 2016.Policy LU-7.5Develop a Master Non-Motorized Transportation Plan for the Village.Complete and Ongoing. $7,3 million ATP Grant under way for complete street improvements. Prepare a formal plan in 2019Policy LU-7.6Review and amend, as necessary, the Village Design Guidelines to allow maximum flexibility for Mixed Use projects.Complete. Village Design Guidelines were rescinded to allow more flexibility in design in the Village. Mixed Use Overlay standards apply to the Village Commercial District.Policy LU-7.7Continue to allow off-site parking through the payment of in lieu fees in the Village, as well as other creative parking alternatives.Complete. Parking studies in the Village are conducted on a semi-annual basis to determine parking needs. Flexible standards added to zoning ordinance in 2016.Program LU-7.7aPlan for and fund a City parking structure in the Capital Improvement Program.Complete. Included in Capital Improvement Program (CIP).Policy LU-7.8Encourage the expansion of transit service to meet commuter needs.No proactive program in place.Designate a liaison staff person.Program LU-7.8aExpand transit opportunities on Highway 111 and to the Village to allow a broad range of services (including special event shuttle services).No proactive program in place.Include in Highway 111 Strategic Plan. Include in Village PAT discussions.17 TypeDescriptionStatusNext StepsGoal SC-1A community that provides the best possible quality of life for all its residents.Policy SC-1.1Continue to work with the CVWD on water conservation measures.Ongoing. Regular contact with CVWD applications and landscape plans routed to CVWD for plan checkCase-by-caseProgram SC-1.1aReview the Landscape Ordinance every two years, and update as necessary to maintain consistency with State and CVWD standards.Complete. Currently the landscape ordinance is in compliance with CVWD and State standards.Check when landscape ordinance was last reviewed-2017Program SC-1.1bDevelop joint incentive programs with CVWD for water conservation programs, including landscaping retrofits for individual homes and master planned projects, irrigation improvements and indoor plumbing fixtures. Consider allocating City funds to these incentive programs on a matching basis with CVWD.No activity,Policy SC-1.2Reduce water consumption at a minimum consistent with the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan (also see Air Quality Element).No activityCheck GHG Plan to assure water consumption reduction is consistent.Program SC-1.2aImplement quantifiable water conservation measures at all City facilities.Ongoing. City hall currently implements low flow fixtures in all areas that use water.Work with facilities to review costs and logistics of switching to automatic water features.Program SC-1.2bConsider financial incentives for new development and existing homes and projects as funds allow.Complete and ongoing. Incentives are included in the Mixed Use Zoning OverlayApply incentives when applications are made.Program SC-1.2cAggressively pursue grants and other outside funding sources for City-funded and private sector water conservation improvements.No activity. Policy SC-1.3Encourage the use of more environmentally friendly storm water management techniques such as bioswales, permeable surfaces and other methods as they are developed, in all new development.Ongoing. Currently the design and development department reviews this in design review or pre application reviewsCase-by-caseProgram SC-1.3aThe Public Works Department shall prepare and distribute materials on environmentally friendly storm water management techniques for new development.Ongoing.Handouts displayed and provided at the HubPolicy SC-1.4Reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions at a minimum consistent with the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan (also see Air Quality element).No activityEncourage applicants to incorporate energy saving measures, solar panels, etc. into developmentsProgram SC-1.4aRequire all new development proposals to demonstrate consistency with the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan.No activityAdd requirement to application submittalProgram SC-1.4bRevise the Transportation Demand Ordinance to current standards, and implement it with all new qualifying projects.Complete. Included in Zoning Code update 2017LIVEABLE COMMUNITYGeneral Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017)18 Program SC-1.4cDevelop programs to encourage and incentivize the installation of energy efficient appliances and fixtures, green roofs, white roofs and solar panels on residential, commercial, institutional and resort buildings.No activity. Since IID is the electricity provider, they have incentives for energy efficiency for buildingsEncourage applicants to incorporate energy saving measures, solar panels, etc. into developmentsPolicy SC-1.5All new development shall include resource efficient development principles.Ongoing. Design and Development encourages energy efficiency in design with applicationsCase-by-caseProgram SC-1.5aAll new development shall be constructed to meet or exceed Cal Green Building Codes.Ongoing. The Building division staff plan checks for developments to meet Title 24 codes.2016 update completeProgram SC-1.5bAmend the Zoning Ordinance to provide incentives and development standard concessions for mixed use or energy efficient design.Complete. PUD ordinance and Mixed Use Overlay was passed to allow for more mixed use projects.PUD ordinance and Mixed Use Overlay was passed to allow for more mixed use projects.Program SC-1.5cNew development projects shall include vehicular, pedestrian and bicycle connections to the greatest extent possible, both through the project and connecting adjacent projects.Ongoing. Encouraged during initial submittals and checked via plan check on a project by project basisCase-by-caseProgram SC-1.5dNew commercial and mixed use projects shall incorporate useable public spaces, and interconnect those public spaces consistent with resource efficient design principles.Ongoing. Encouraged during initial submittals and checked via plan check on a project by project basisCase-by-casePolicy SC-1.6Expand the City's alternative transportation network.Ongoing. Planning and Engineering Services consistently working towards expanding alternative transportation network. Currently golf cart and bike routes are marked with special markings to alert residents of interconnecting routesPrepare for autonomous vehicles focus on Hwy 111 corridor, could expand golf cart planProgram SC-1.6aAssess the current gaps in the City's multi-use path and sidewalk system, and program improvements to connect those gaps into the Capital Improvement Program.Ongoing. City Council includes $25,000 in yearly budget for sidewalks including gapscontinue to allocate fundsProgram SC-1.6bEncourage existing walled communities to include pedestrian gates and paths to adjacent development to improve connectivity.No activity.Case-by-caseProgram SC-1.6cExpand the Golf Cart Routes to interconnect throughout the City to the greatest extent possible.No activity. Staff identifying new opportunities to provide golf cart paths in Cove areas.Program SC-1.6dWork with SunLine Transit Agency to expand service into La Quinta neighborhoods ahead of demand.Ongoing. Interagency review required during development review process with sunline to determine where service is neededcontinue to encourage sunline to expand routesPolicy SC-1.7Encourage the retrofitting of existing buildings and projects with resource efficient design principles to the greatest extent possible.Ongoing and case‐by‐caseProgram 1.7aAmend the Zoning Ordinance to provide incentives for the redevelopment of existing projects to include residential development, pedestrian and other design features.Complete. Planned Unit Development (PUD) ordinance and Mixed Use Overlay was passed to allow for more mixed use projects.PUD ordinance and Mixed Use Overlay was passed to allow for more mixed use projects.19 Program 1.7bDevelop an enhanced program for the processing of entitlements for redevelopment projects which incorporates substantial resource efficient components, or propose conservers ion to mixed use.No activity.Identify potential code amendments that would allow a faster development review process.Program 1.74cDevelop a financial incentive program for creative redevelopment of commercial projects into mixed use projects, particularly those that provide added economic development to the City.Complete and Ongoing. PUD ordinance and Mixed Use Overlay was passed to allow for more mixed use projects. Limitations to financial incentives due to loss of redevelopment.Policy SC-1.8Expand the City's participation in Healthy City programs.Ongoing. Wellness center has programs available for residentsProgram SC 1.8aImplement Healthy City principles throughout the community, to the greatest extent feasible.Ongoing. Maintenance and expansion of bicycle infrastructure. Village Active Transportation improvements planned for the Village in 2018. City provides guides for trails and City park facilities. City provides reduces rebates for Fritz Burns pool and SilverRock golf course to residents.Program SC 1.8bCoordinate park and trail improvement plans to assure connectivity between parks and the neighborhoods they serve.Ongoing. Facilities Department reviews park and trail plans on a monthly basis.Program SC-1.8cEncourage farmers' markets outside the Village, accessible to all parts of the City.No activityWork with the existing certified farmer's market and Community Resources Department on other opportunities for farmer's market.Program SC-1.8.dPlan and implement a community garden project at the Civic Center. Monitor its success, and implement at other City parks if successful.Ongoing. wellness center has a community garden available for residentsMonitor the success of the community garden work with riv co resources conservation districtProgram SC-1.8eWork with Desert Sands and Coachella Valley school districts to improve food selection in lunch programs, exercise programs, and Safe Routes to School programs.No activity. Work with community resources for outreach programs20 General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017)Type DescriptionStatus Next StepsGoal CIR-1A transportation and circulation network that efficiently, safely and economically moves people, vehicles, and goods using facilities that meet current demands and projected needs of the City.Policy CIR-1.1Maintain and regularly update a complete General Plan masterplan of roads, which includes provisions for as many modes of travel as possible….Complete and Ongoing. Currently in General Plan updates necessary with proposed changes to circulation.Program CIR-1.1.aAnnual Monitoring of the roadway network, maintain a CIPOngoing. annual decision by Council on CIPProgram CIR-1.1.bEstablish and maintain a roadway pavement program (PMP) with timelines and schedules for maintenance of existing roads and establish funding levels each fiscal year.Ongoing. Evaluated on a 5 year basis. Last evaluated in 2015Program CIR-1.1.cThe General Plan Traffic Impact Analysis and associated modeling shall be updated every two years or as determined appropriate by the City Engineer.No Activity. Update of traffic model has not occurred since 2012. Policy CIR-1.2General plan street classifications- Highway 111, Major Arterial, Primary Arterial, Secondary Arterial, Modified Secondary, CollectorComplete. Currently in General PlanPolicy CIR-1.3PW standard plans setting forth roadway standards and specs shall be updated and maintained for ROW, lane dimensions and multi-use path designComplete and Ongoing. Engineering Bulletins and StandardsUpdates necessaryPolicy CIR-1.4PW director authorized to make consistency findings to permit modifications that do not compromise operational capacity of subject roadway or intersectionsOngoing and Case-by-CasePolicy CIR-1.5Where the construction of multi-use paths is called for but is determined to be infeasible sidewalks shall be constructed along at least one side of these roadways.Ongoing. Implemented on a case by case basis except La Quinta Cove. Implementation based on roadway improvements and available right of wayPolicy CIR-1.6Maintain LOS-D, unless infeasible and/or conflict with other goals.Ongoing. City enforces this standard for developmentPolicy CIR-1.7Allow flexible LOS standards in recognition of constraints on roadway expansion and as a means of creating streets that balance all modes of travel.Case-by-Case. At times this is permitted.Policy CIR-1.8LOS E and F conditions may be determined acceptable during peak travel periods and a level of service exemption or GP consistency determination may be approved if other feasible roadway improvements can be constructed and/or management programs implemented that mitigate for the loss and achieve acceptable LOS. Exemptions shall not affect the implementation of previously approved roadway and intersection improvements.Case-by-Case. At times this is permitted. Creation of map of LOS citywideCIRCULATION21 Policy CIR-1.9Coordinate and cooperate with Caltrans, CVAG, Riverside County and adjoining cities to assure adequate transportation infrastructure, systems management coordination, preservation of capacity and maximized efficiency along Washington Street, Jefferson Street, Highway 111, Fred Waring Drive, Harrison Street and other major roadways.Ongoing. Consultant traffic engineer cooperates with adjoining agencies, signal timing and other concerns. Street improvement projects between jurisdictions.Continue efforts.Program 1.9.aMaintain a liaison with adjoining cities, Caltrans, CVAG Riverside County planning and engineering staff to study and implement effective means of preserving and improving capacity along Washington Street, Jefferson Street, Highway 111, Harrison Street and other major roadways serving inter-city traffic. Strategies shall include but are not limited to synchronized signalization, consolidation of access drived and restriction of access, construction of additional travel and turning lanes, raised median islands, and other improvements to critical intersections.Ongoing. Consultant traffic engineer cooperates with adjoining agencies, signal timing and other concerns. Street improvement projects between jurisdictions.Policy CIR-1.10Establish and maintain minimum standards of roadway geometries, points of access and other improvements that facilitate movement of traffic onto and off of the roadway network.Complete and ongoing. City implements these standards.Program CIR-1.10.aReview new and redeveloping projects along all major roadways with the intent of limiting access and aligning and/or consolidating access drives in a manner which minimizes conflicting turning movements and maximizes the use of existing and planned signalized intersections.Ongoing. Currently achieved with development review.Program CIR-1.10.bOn Major Arterials them minimum intersection spacing shall be 2,600 feet in residential areas, and may be 1,060 feet for commercial frontage. Intersection spacing may be reduced to 500 feet at the Whitewater Channel and La Quinta Evacuation Channel. The design speed shall be 55 miles per hour (mph). Left turn median cuts may be authorized if the proposed turn pocket does not interfere with other existing or planned left turn pockets. Right in/right out access driveways shall exceed the following minimum separation distances (in all cases, distances shall be measured between the curb returns: More than 250 feet on the approach left to a full turn; more than 150 feet on the exit leg from a full turn intersection; more than 275 feet between driveways. All access configurations shall be subject to City Engineer review and approval.Ongoing. Currently achieved with development review.22 Program CIR-1.10.cOn Primary Arterials the minimum intersection spacing shall be 1,060 feet. The design speed shall be 45 mph. Left turn median cuts may be authorized if the proposed turn pocket does not interfere with other existing or planned left turn pockets. Right in/right out access driveways shall exceed the following minimum separation distances (in all cases, distances shall be measured between curb returns): More than 250 feet on the approach leg to a full turn intersection; More than 150 feet on the exit leg from a full turn intersection; More than 275 feet between driveways. All access configuration shall require City Engineer review and approval.Ongoing. Implemented with development projects during development review.Program CIR-1.10.dOn Calle Tampico, between Eisenhower Drive and Washington, and on Eisenhower Drive, between Calle Tampico and Avenida Bermudas, full turn intersections may be permitted at a minimum distance of 500 feet, if the intersection complies with an approved Corridor Signal Plan.Ongoing. Implemented with development projects during development review.Program CIR-1.10.eOn Secondary Arterials, the minimum intersection spacing shall be 600 feet. The design speed shall be 40 mph. Full access to adjoining property shall be avoided and shall exceed the following minimum separation distances (in all cases, distances shall be measured between curb returns): More than 250 feet on the approach leg to a full turn intersection; More than 150 feet on the exit leg from a full turn intersection; more than 250 feet between driveways.Ongoing. Implemented with development projects during development review.Program CIR-1.10.fOn Collectors, the minimum intersection spacing shall be 300 feet. The design speed shall be 30 mph. Access driveways shall exceed there following minimum separation distances (in all cases, distances shall be measured between the curb returns): -More than 250 feet on the approach leg to a full turn intersection; -more than 150 feet on the exit leg from a full turn intersection; -more than 250 feet between driveways.Ongoing. Implemented with development projects during development review.Program CIR-1.10gOn Local streets, the minimum intersection spacing shall be 250 feet. The design speed shall be 25 mph. All access configurations shall be subject to City Engineer review and approval.Ongoing. Implemented with development projects during development review.Program CIR-1.10hWithin subdivisions, private streets may be designed to provide a reduced minimum paved width of 28 feet with no on-street or restricted on-street parking, subject to City Engineer and Fire Department approval, and in consideration of other improvements that encourage pedestrian and bicycle use.Ongoing. Implemented with development projects during development review.Program CIR-1.10.iStandards for all City streets, intersections and other appurtenances shall be maintained in the City Municipal Code.Complete. Maintained in the LQMCProgram CIR-1.10.jThe City Engineer shall establish and maintain a traffic-calming program that details acceptable traffic calming devices or concepts in residential neighborhoods. The City may review and finalize the 2008 "Neighborhood Traffic Management Program" for this purpose.No activity. No program in place. Reinstate traffic-calming program23 Program CIR-1.10.kConfer and coordinate with CVAG in efforts to secure state and federal funding sources for preservation and expansion of capacity on State Highway 111 and other important City arterials.Ongoing. Done as part of Capital Improvement Program (CIP)Program CIR-1.10.lNew streets, which are extensions of existing streets, shall carry the same name for their entire length.Ongoing. As needed for development projectsPolicy CIR-1.11Apply Transportation Systems Management (TSM) strategies to intersections and roadway segments as a cost-effective means of optimizing the City's transportation infrastructure.Ongoing. Done as part of Capital Improvement Program (CIP)Program CIR-1.11.aPrepare a preliminary TSM assessment of candidate intersections and roadways, and prioritize projects for application of TSM solutions.Ongoing. Done as part of Capital Improvement Program (CIP)Program CIR-1.11.bAs part of the five-year Capital Improvement Program, incorporate TSM projects into other roadway improvements and enhancement projects.Ongoing. Done as part of Capital Improvement Program (CIP)Program CIR-1.11.cPrepare project-specific TSM strategies that take advantage of simply and low-cost solutions first, and optimize the hierarchy of TSM solutions.Ongoing. Incorporated into City's practicePolicy CIR-1.12As a means of reducing vehicular traffic on major roadways and to reduce vehicle miles traveled by traffic originating in the City, the City shall pursue development of a land use pattern that maximizes interactions between adjacent or nearby land uses.Ongoing. Encouraged during development review process.Program CIR-1.12.aLocate land uses that provide jobs and housing near each other to allow the use of alternative modes of travel and produce shorter work commutes.Complete. General Plan identifies land use.Program CIR-1.12.bEncourage, and where appropriate require, mixed-use and contiguous commercial development to provide optimum internal connections between uses.Case-by-CaseProgram CIR-1.12.cNew development shall provide pedestrian and bicycle connections to adjacent streets, and assure that infrastructure and amenities accommodate pedestrian and bicycle use.Ongoing and improvement needed. Staff determined that this program is not always adhered to. Improvement needed.Program CIR-1.12.dUpdate and facilitate use of the City's home occupation ordinance as a means of reducing the need for travel.No activity. Ordinance needs to be reviewed. Review HO ordinanceProgram CIR-1.12.eEncourage major employers to evaluate telecommuting opportunities, either home-based or at local centers as well as part-time options for employees.No activity. Policy CIR-1.13Coordinate with the Coachella Valley Water District and its consultants regarding its flood control facilities to assure the accommodation of all-weather crossings along critical roadways.Ongoing. Plans for such facilities incorporated within CIPProgram CIR-1.13.aCooperate in the planning and development of all-weather crossing as part of the community's Master Drainage Plan implementation.Ongoing. Incorporated within CIP Plan to get rid of all-weather crossingsPolicy CIR-1.14Private streets shall be developed in accordance with development of all-weather crossings as part of the community's Master Drainage Plan implementation.Case-by-case24 Program CIR-1.14.aPrivate street shall be developed in accordance with development standards set forth in the Municipal Code, relevant Public Works Bulletins and other applicable standards and guidelines.Ongoing. Enforced during development review process.Policy CIR-1.15Truck routes shall avoid or minimize potential impacts to residential neighborhoods shall be designated and limited to those shown on Exhibit 11-5.Ongoing. Truck Route Map enforced. Staff to check if internal truck route map is consistent with General Plan. In the future staff to consider removing truck route map from General Plan.Policy CIR-1.16Continue to implement the Image Corridor treatments throughout the City (See Exhibit 11-4) and identify new image corridors for streets brought into the City through annexation.Ongoing and case-by-case. Implemented on a project by project basisPolicy CIR-1.16.aStandards for all Image Corridor shall be maintained in the City Municipal Code.Ongoing. Projects reviewed for General Plan Consistency by Staff, Planning Commission and Council.Policy CIR-1.16.bWhere applicable, Image Corridor standards shall be superseded by the Village Design Standards in that land designation.Village Design Guidelines rescinded. Image Corridor standards apply.Amend this section for clarifications. Village Design Guidelines no longer apply.Policy CIR-1.16.c.Secure easements adjacent to public road right-of-way along Image Corridors to enhance view protection and corridor accessibility.No activity.Possible update. Difficult to secure easement with private development.Policy CIR-1.17In order to preserve the aesthetic values on the City's streets, optimum landscape setbacks shall be maintained along all designated General Plan Image Corridors and shall be identified in the City's Municipal Code.Complete. Currently in LQMC and enforcedPolicy CIR-1.18Calle Cadiz, Calle Barcelona and Calle Amigo, in the Village area, shall be allowed to remain at a maximum 50-foot right-of-way.CompletePolicy CIR-1.19The City Engineer shall review individual development proposals located at critical intersections, and shall have the authority to request additional right-of-way if necessary.Case-by-casePolicy CIR-1.20Building height limits along City Image Corridors shall be identified in the City's Municipal Code.CompletePolicy CIR-1.21Facilitate the design, installation and maintenance of a community locational/directional sign program to efficiently direct traffic to high use areas, including the civic center, parks, SilverRock golf course, Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport, and other facilities and major attractions and destinations in and around the City.Complete. Wayfinding signs installed No plans for updatesPolicy CIR-1.22Coordinate and cooperate with the Riverside County Airport Commission (for the Jacqueline Cochran Airport) and the Palm Springs Regional Airport Authority to assure these airports continue to meet the City's existing and future transportation, commercial and emergency response needs. Complete and Ongoing. Representation by Council and resident representative on airport committees25 Program 1.22.aConsult and coordinate with the County in updating the Jacqueline Cochran Regional airport Master Plan and encourage the expansion of facilities to accommodate commercial aircraft serving the eastern portions of the Valley.Ongoing. Councilmember sits on the Jacqueline Cochran regional airport authority- JPA. Goal CIR-2A circulation system that promotes and enhances transit, alternative vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian networks.Policy CIR-2.1Encourage and cooperate with Sunline Transit Agency on the expansion of routes, facilities, services and ridership especially in congested areas and those with high levels of employment and commercial services, and encourage the use of most energy efficient and least polluting transportation technologies.Ongoing. Council person on Sunline Board; Done with development projects.Program CIR-2.1.aConsult and coordinate with Sunline Transit Agency on immediate and long-term transit issues, and assure pro active representation on the Agency Board and its decision making process.Ongoing. Council person on Sunline Board; accomplished during development review of development projects.Program CIR-2.1.bInitiate consultation and as necessary meet with Sunline staff to identify areas where additional routes and increased levels and types of transit service are warranted by existing and future development.Ongoing. Coordinated through the development review process.Program-2.1.cWhen reviewing development proposals, consult and coordinate with SunLine and solicit comments and suggestions on how bus stops and other public transit facilities and design concepts, including enhanced handicapped access should be integrated into project designs.Ongoing. Coordinated through the development review process.Program-2.1.dWhen reviewing large-scale development proposals, consult and coordinate with Sunline to encourage the development of rideshare and other alternative, high occupancy transit programs for employers with sufficient numbers of employees.Ongoing. Coordinated through the development review process.Program-2.1.eEncourage and proactively support the efforts of SunLine in organizing a Transportation Management Organization (TMO) among employers to provide an on-going information network, develop a rideshare plan, and determine opportunities for transit/shuttle operations.Ongoing. Information network coordinated by City of La Quinta Human Resources with Sunline for city employees.Program-2.1.fEncourage SunLine to continue its efforts to utilize the most energy efficient and least polluting transportation technologies, including fuel cells, hybrid and other advanced technologies.Ongoing. Councilperson on Sunline Board has authority to advocate for this program.Policy CIR-2.2Encourage reduction of greenhouse has (GHG) emission by reducing vehicle miles traveled and vehicle hours of delay by increasing or encouraging the use of alternative modes and transportation technologies, and implement and manage a hierarchy of Complete Street multimodal transportation infrastructure and programs to deliver improved mobility and reduce GHG emissions.Complete and ongoing. City has created complete streets and trails, bikability plans.Highway 111 Corridor Plan to kick off in 2018 to identify complete street opportunities.26 Program CIR-2.2.aCreate an interconnected transportation system that allows a shift in travel from private passenger vehicles to alternative modes, including public transit, golf carts/NEVs, ride-sharing, bicycling, bicycle-sharing, and walking. To the extent practicable apply the following: a. Ensure transportation centers that are multimodal, facilitate changes in travel modes, and are conveniently located. Convenient locations may be in the vicinities of: 1. Washington/Fred Waring/Via Sevilla 2. Miles/Adams 3 Adams/111/47th 4. 47th/Caleo Bay 5. Washington/ Calle Tampico 6. Eisenhower/Avenida Montezuma b. Support SunLine bus routes and service, to include Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) along Highway 111 and along Harrison Avenue. c. Expand golf cart/NEV routes, and bicycle routes to connect residential and activity centers with transportation centers. d. Support and encourage community car-sharing to provide "station cars" and/or golf carts/NEVs for short trips to/from transit centers. e. Include parking spaces for car-share vehicles at convenient locations accessible to public transit. f. Ensure transit stops are safe and sheltered, with adequate seating, lighting, trash receptacles, cleaning and maintenance. g. Implement transit-preferential measures such as transit signal priority and bypass lanes. h. Support "Smart bus" technology, using GPS and electronic displays at transit stops to provide customers with "real-time" arrival and departure time information. i. Implement bicycle-preferential measures such as deployment of video detection at traffic signals, and development of bicycle stations at transportation centers. k. Adopt bicycle parking standards that accommodate at least 5% of project parking demand at all public and commercial facilities. l. Conduct bicycle and pedestrian safety educational program to teach drivers, riders, and walkers the laws, riding protocols, routes, safety tips, and "healthy community" benefits.Ongoing. More coordination efforts by the City for implementation of this program required.Program CIR-22.b Modify the Zoning Ordinance to encourage integrated, shared and reciprocal parking design and management as a means of better matching parking availability with varying parking demand distributed during the day.Complete. Zoning Ordinance allows shared parking but does not include guidance for reciprocal parking design.Program CIR-2.2.c The City's Zoning Ordinance shall be amended to specifically address vehicular and pedestrian interconnection between adjacent commercial properties in order to facilitate access between adjacent or nearby businesses and increase efficiency and safety. Zoning Ordinance amendments shall also address opportunities to provide direct pedestrian access between commercial and adjacent residential development.No activity. Zoning ordinance only provided provisions for connectivity in mixed use overlay projects.Investigate for further Code amendments in 2018.Program CIR-2.2.dPromote ridesharing programs that shift demand to the greatest available source of unused travel capacity - empty seats in private vehicles. Require the designation of parking spaces for ride-sharing vehicles at employment and activity centers in conditions of approval.No activity.27 Program CIR-2.2.eAdopt a comprehensive parking policy that encourages the use of alternative transportation, including requiring new commercial and retail developments to provide preferred parking for electric vehicles and vehicles using alternative fuels.No activity.Consider in conditions of approval and include in future zoning text amendments.Program CIR-22.fModify the Zoning Ordinance to incorporate parking space maximums.Complete. Implemented with 2017 Zoning Text Amendments.Program CIR-22.gModify the Zoning Ordinance to recognize and provide a parking credit program for developments that provide spaces and facilities for golf carts, NEVs and bicycles.Complete and ongoing. Parking credit program in mixed use overlaydevelop a credit program for other developments and include in Municipal Code.Program CIR-2.2.hDuring consideration of the Zoning Ordinance updates, explore opportunities for Transit Oriented Development Overlay Zones within one-quarter mile radii of intersections where existing or future bus lines intersect, including at Highway 111/Adams and Highway 111/Harrison Street.Complete. Mixed Use Overlay adoption in 2016. Highway 111 Corridor PlanPolicy CIR-2.3Develop and encourage the use of continuous and convenient pedestrian and bicycle routes and multi-use paths to places of employment, recreation, shopping, schools, and other high activity areas with potential for increased pedestrian, bicycle, golf cart/NEV modes of travelCase-by-case. City coordinates with CVAG for development of the CVLINK.Highway 111 Corridor PlanProgram CIR-2.3.aMaintain and periodically update the Circulation element master plan of bikeways, golf cart routes and multi-use paths, and develop or require the development of secure bicycle and golf cart/NEV storage facilities, and other supporting facilities which increase bicycle and golf cart/NEV use.No activity. Charging station plan for EV under development.Target update 2020Program CIR-2.3.bThe construction of bikeways shall conform to the Caltrans manual "Planning and Design Criteria for Bikeways in California." Bikeways shall be a minimum of 6 feet in width. Alternative designs required by constraints may be acceptable, as approved by the Public Works Director.Ongoing. Staff ensures conformance based on new and planned bikeways.Program CIR-2.3.cSidewalks shall be provided on both sides of all arterial, secondary and collector streets, except where there is a multi-use path on one side.Complete. This is the current standard enforced. continue implementationProgram CIR-2.3.dGolf carts shall be permitted on designated routes, as depicted in Exhibit II-7 and Exhibit II-8, and on all public local streets. Specific street crossings for golf carts from the cove onto collector and arterials shall be designated by the City Engineer.Complete. Signs identify golf cart access.Policy CIR-2.4The City shall set an example for the community in the implementation of ridesharing programs and those that encourage the use of alternative modes of travel by City employees.Ongoing. The Human Resources Division coordinates potential ridesharing opportunities for city employees with SunLine.Investigate OptionsProgram CIR-2.4.aTo the extent practical, prepare and implement a ridesharing plan for City employees to serve as an example for area employers. This plan should include meaningful incentives for employees to walk, bike, or rideshare to complete their work commutes.Ongoing. The Human Resources Division coordinates potential ridesharing opportunities for city employees with SunLine. No incentives available.Investigate Options28 Programs/PolicyDescription StatusGoal ED-1A balanced and varied economic base which provides fiscal stability to the City, and a broad ranger of goods and services to its residents and the regionPolicy ED-1.1 The Land Use Element shall maintain a balance of land use designations to address economic needs, meet market demand, and assure a wide range of development opportunities.Complete and Ongoing. General Plan Map adopted with General Plan Update in 2013. City considers proposed changes to General Plan land use map with development projects on a case-by-case basis.Program ED-1.1.aUse the City's GIS capabilities to annually monitor the remaining capacity of vacant and under-utilized lands to assure that sufficient inventory exists to address market needs.Ongoing. Planning maintains GIS database and coordinates with the City's business analyst on mapping needs.Program ED-1.1.b Development proposal review for commercial development shall include consideration of the proposal's compatibility with surrounding existing uses, its efficient and revenue-generating use of the land, and its compatibility with the City's Economic Development PlanOngoing. Staff, Planning Commission, and Council review development proposals and are required to make findings regarding compatibility with surrounding uses. The City Manager's office analyzed new commercial development proposals. There is no updates Economic Development Plan.Policy ED-1.2Support and assist in the retention of existing businesses, and the recruitment of new businesses.Ongoing. City Manager's office conducts regular business outreach and marketing assistance. There are limited resources to assist existing and new businesses due to elimination of redevelopment. Program ED-1.2.aContinue to annually update and implement the City's Economic Development PlanNot updated.Program ED-1.2.bParticipate, where feasible and justifiable, in public/private partnership or other means for the retention of existing businesses, and the development of new projects which generate significant economic activity.Ongoing. Public/private partnership occur on a case-by-case basis. City is currently coordinating with auto dealerships for landscape and signage improvements along Highway 111.Program ED-1.2.cFocus marketing and publicity efforts on the commercial and resort sectors, as revenue generation sources.Ongoing. City Manager's office coordinates with businesses and resorts on marketing and publicity.Program ED-1.2.dEvery five years, in the Economic Development Plan, complete an analysis of existing commercial projects to identify under-performing locations, and develop strategies and public/private partnership to improve or redevelop these projects.Not updated. Monitoring of existing commercial projects and underperforming locations conducted by City Manager's office.Program ED-1.2.eEstablish a program to regularly monitor City costs and revenues based on existing development and projected development allowed under the Land Use Map. Consider amendments to the Land Use Map to increase revenue generation potential, based on the cost revenue analysis and sound economic forecasting.No cost revenue analysis or economic forecasting program established. The City has adopted a Mixed use Overlay to increase revenue generation potential.Program ED-1.2.fImprove and enhance the City's application process for commercial development proposalsComplete and Ongoing. Planning applications have been streamlined. Other streamline efforts that benefit commercial development proposals include the 2016 Development Code Tune Up and subsequent 2017 updates. The City adopted the Village Build Out Plan EIR to streamline environmental review of development projects.ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTGeneral Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017)29 Policy ED-1.3Encourage the expansion of the Village as a specialty retail, dining, and residential destination.Ongoing. The City Manager's office markets city owned properties for future development. The City adopted the Village Build Out Plan EIR to streamline environmental review of development projects. The City adopted Village Code amendments that allow for a reduction of on-site parking on a case-by-case basis.Program ED-1.3.a: Maintain, in the Zoning Ordinance, standards and guidelines that encourage the development of a pedestrian-friendly, interconnected neighborhoods with a balance of residential and commercial developmentComplete and Ongoing. A Zoning Consistency Analysis was performed and the Zoning Map has been brought into compliance with the General Plan map. The Zoning Code includes standards for pedestrian friendly interconnected neighborhoods.Program ED-1.3.b Include the Village in the Mixed Use Overlay in the Zoning OrdinanceComplete. Mixed Use Overlay adopted and includes the Village Commercial Zoning District.Program ED-1.3.c Continue to sponsor and support special events in the Village and at the Civic Center, as a means of attracting visitors to the area.Ongoing. The City leads or supports Village events on a regular basis. 2017 events include Art on Main, Brew in LQ, and Village Make. 2018 events will include Unwind with Wine at the LQ Historical Museum and Tacos and Tequila in the Village.Policy ED-1.4 Support and facilitate the reuse and redevelopment of commercial projects on Highway 111Ongoing. Staff is coordinating with the auto dealerships on landscape and signage improvements. The Mixed Use Overlay was adopted that provides opportunities for redevelopment with a combination of commercial and residential. The City will embark on a visioning effort for the Highway 111 corridor in 2018.Program ED-1.4.aAs provided in the Land Use Element establish comprehensive standards for Mixed Use development in commercial zones.Complete. A Mixed Use Overlay was adopted in 2016 for all commercial districts.Program ED-1.4.bDevelopment proposals for the reuse and redevelopment of existing projects shall be encouraged to implement creative design, include pedestrian access, and facilitate transit and alternative transportation.Ongoing. Planning staff encourages creative designs, pedestrian access and alternative transportation for all development projects. The Mixed Use Overlay encourages these design elements for potential projects.Policy Ed-1.5Projects proposed on commercial land shall be evaluated for their job creating and revenue generating potential.Ongoing. City Manager's office requests fiscal analysis for proposed commercial developments.Program ED-1.5.aThe City may require the preparation of fiscal impact analyses for commercial projects when deemed appropriate in the application review process.Ongoing. Staff will require fiscal impact analyses when deemed appropriate for commercial projects. Policy ED-1.6 Assure that all revenues due to the City are collectedOngoing. The Finance Department requires that all revenue due to the City are collected. The Finance Department currently working to ensure residential development projects that require remitting mitigation payment to the City are doing so.Program ED-1.6.a Establish and maintain a comprehensive program to enforce the payment of transient occupancy tax, sales tax, and other fees and licenses to the City.Ongoing. The City ensures collection of payments due to the City. The City has an existing professional contract to ensure homes used for short term rentals are licensed and operate in compliance with the City's short term rental requirements.Policy ED-1.7All annexation applications by land owners shall include a fiscal analysis that fully addresses the fiscal impacts of the proposed annexation. Subsequently, all annexation applications shall also include a Development Agreement application or other mechanism that demonstrates how the annexation will be revenue neutral or revenue positive for the City.Ongoing. This policy will be applied with annexation requests. There are currently no annexation requests and limited inquiries to the City. 30 Policy ED-.18Aggressively lobby for the passage of legislation that restores redevelopment funds to local jurisdictions, or provides other equivalent economic development toolsOngoing. The City has an existing contract with a lobbyist consistent with this policy.Goal ED-2The continued growth of the tourism and resort industries in the CityPolicy Ed-2.1 Actively pursue the build out of the SilverRock ResortOngoing. Purchase and Sale Agreement executed with the SilverRock Development Company for development of the SilverRock Resort. Site Development Permits have been approved for the 140 room Montage hotel, 200 room Pendry hotel, Golf Course Clubhouse, 10 golf villas, 29 Montage braded single-family residential units, 66 Pendry branded condominium units, shared services and meeting facility. Future Site Development Permits anticipated in 2018 for mixed use area of the SilverRock Specific Plan.Program ED-2.1.aThrough the City's Economic Development Plan, annually review the land use allocation within SilverRock's Specific Plan to assure that future development meets market need and generates a long term revenue stream for the City.Ongoing. The City Manager's office reviews the SilverRock Specific Plan annually to assure the development meets market need and generates long-term revenue stream for the City.Program ED-2.1.bContinue to promote professional and amateur golf tournaments, activities and events that publicize SilverRock in the local, state and national media.Ongoing. The City's Manager's Office marketing team assist to promote golf tournaments and other events on a regular basis.Policy ED-2.2Support increased room occupancy at the City's existing hotels and resorts.Ongoing. The City has created a branding and marketing program to attract tourists and increase hotel room occupancy. The City has also implemented a transit occupancy tax incentive program with the City's hotels.Program ED-2.2.aContinue to participate in co-op marketing and include the City's resorts and hotels in City-sponsored marketing and advertising efforts.Ongoing. The City is engages businesses and resorts in City-sponsored marketing. The City collaborates with Coachella Valley Visitor's Bureau to promote the City of La Quinta as a tourist destination.Program ED-2-2.bIncorporate short term vacation rentals into the City's transient occupancy tax revenuesComplete. The City has implemented a short tem vacation rental program and collects transient occupancy tax revenues.Program ED-2.2.cConsider incentive programs for hotel remodeling and refurbishing, tied to increased transient occupancy tax revenue generation in the future.No action.Policy ED-2.3Actively pursue the development of additional hotel properties in all economic ranges, to accommodate all segments of the visitor market.Ongoing. Hotel uses are encouraged in commercial districts and in potential land use amendments.31 Program/PolicyDescription Status Next StepsGoal PR-1A comprehensive system of parks, and recreation facilities and services that meet the active and passive needs of all residents and visitors.Policy PR-1.1Expand or modify community services to meet the health, well-being, and recreational needs of the community.Ongoing. New pickly ball courts and Cove trailhead improvements complete.X Park Planned Skate Park improvements at Fritz Burns Park. Outdoor fitness equipment planned for La Quinta Community ParkPolicy PR-1.2Continue to provide a minimum standard of 5 acres of parkland for every 1,000 residents.Complete.Staff to continue to monitor park acreage with new developmentProgram PR-1.2.aAnnually review parks and recreational facilities as part of the City's long-range planning.Ongoing. Facilities Department doers this monthly and examined as part of the annual budget process.X Park and SilverRock public park part of long-term planning efforts.Program PR-1.2.bIdentify those areas where residents live more than one-half mile from a public or private park, nature preserve, or other recreational area and identify acquirable parcels of land that could be developed into parks within underserved areas.Complete and Ongoing. Facilities Department utilizes a map for capital improvement projects that identifies park service radius. North La Quinta and Cove communities are adequately served. Private communities are not directly served and include their own private amenities.Policy PR-1.3Identify all visible financing mechanisms for the funding of construction, maintenance, and operation of parks and recreational facilities.Complete and Ongoing. Facilities Department monitors funds avilable from Quimby park fees, Art in Public Places funds, and the General Fund.Policy PR-1.4The design and construction of parks and recreational facilities shall comply with all the development standards that apply to privately constructed facilities.Ongoing. Construction plans reviewed through Engineering and Building permittingPolicy PR-1.5Coordinate with partner agencies and neighboring communities to expand recreational opportunities and access to recreational facilities.Ongoing. City works with Desert Recreation District, Boys and Girls Club, YMCA and youth sports associations to expand recreational opportunities. Use of fields to teams provided at discounted rates. Staff has conducted extensive community outreach for planned X-Park.Program PR-1.5.aContinue to work with adjacent cities and the County of Riverside on the Regional Bicycle Trails Master Plan and future regional sports facilitiesOngoing. An attempt was made for planning a regional park facility in the Indio area which involved coordination between La Quinta, Indio, Coachella and Riverside County. Staff works with CVAG on the regional non-motorized transportation plan and CV Link.Continue Bike lane Striping and pavement management.Program PR-1.5.bContinue to explore the potential for the joint use of recreational facilities with the Desert Sands and Coachella Valley Unified School District.Complete. The City has a partnership with the Desert Sands Unified School District for joint use of Sports Complex.PARKS RECREATION TRAILSGeneral Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017)32 Program PR-1.5.cContinue to work with adjacent cities and the Coachella Valley Water District to utilize the Whitewater Channel as an intercity trail opportunity.Ongoing. City plans for CV Link improvements to begin as early as 2018. Dune Palms bridge will accommodate CV Link.Plan for CV Link connectorsPolicy PR-1.6Encourage patterns of development that promote safe pedestrian and bicycle access to schools, public parks, and recreational areas.Ongoing. Pavement Management Plan that is coordinated with our Capital Improvement Program. Planning staff, Planning Commission and Council evaluate development projects to address safe connections.Policy PR-1.7Identify opportunities to integrate public health concerns into parks and trails planning.Ongoing. Park and trail planning implementation ensures postive public health outcomes.Policy PR-1.8Promote a healthy and active lifestyle for all residents.Ongoing. Wellness Center facility and programs promote this policy.Program PR-1.8.aStrive to provide residents with affordable access to fitness facilities such as the public pool, fitness center, and golf course.Complete. SilverRock golf access available at discounted rate to residents at $55 versus $135 nonresident. Wellness Center fitness facility discounted at $50 for membership. Fritz Burns pool discounted at $2 for children and $3 for adults.Program PR-1.8.bPromote the consumption of healthy foods by encouraging healthful foods to be sold at concessions in all public buildings and parks.Ongoing. At annual meeting with sports association staff encourages health food options for concession stands. Program PR-1.8.cPromote and improve public access to farmers markets and grocery stores that sell fresh produce and healthy foods.Complete. Farmer's Market in Old Town initiated by City of La Quinta. Fresh produce and healthy foods available in various stores near Cove and Highway 111.33 Policy/Program Description Status Goal AQ-1 A reduction in all air emissions generated within the City. Implementation of the City of La Quinta GHG Reduction Plan Policy AQ-1.1 Coordinate with the South Coast Air Quality Management District to assure compliance with air quality standards. Case-by-case. Coordinated when AQMD Permits are required. Program AQ- 1.1.a Participate in monitoring, managing, and enforcing SCAQMD rules for criteria pollutants, TACs, GHGs and all other regional air pollutants of concern. Ongoing. CEQA mitigation measures when required. Dust control plans when grading occurs. Implementation of the City of La Quinta GHG Reduction Plan Policy AQ-1.2 Work to reduce emissions from residential and commercial energy use by encouraging decreased consumption and increased efficiency. Ongoing. Implementation of the 2016 building code Program AQ- 1.2.a Work directly with the major utility providers, including The Gas Company, Imperial Irrigation District and the Coachella Valley Water District to develop incentives and rebates to encourage energy savings, subject to funding availability. Ongoing. City Manager's office working to assemble resources available to businesses for rebates and incentives. Program AQ- 1.2.b Encourage Imperial Irrigation District to diversify and expand the use of alternative energy sources. No activity. Policy AQ-1.3 Work to reduce emissions from mobile sources by encouraging a decrease in the number of vehicle miles traveled. Ongoing. Implemented by following Muni Code Chapter 6.12 Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Program AQ- 1.3.a Work with Sunline Transit Agency to expand public transportation routes.Ongoing. SunLine is included in project reviews, and provides comments. Councilmembers sits on the SunLIne board of directors. Program AQ- 1.3.b Encourage public and private schools to establish alternative transportation programs for students. No Activity. No private schools have been developed. Program AQ- 1.3.c Adopt and implement a Transportation Demand Management Ordinance for businesses with 50 or more employees. Complete. Fulfilled by Ordinance No. 550. Muni Code Chapter 9.180 "Transportation Demand Management" Program AQ- 1.3.d Expand routes for golf carts and other neighborhood electric vehicles and plan for access and recharging facilities at retail, recreational, and community centers. Ongoing. Design and Development Department investigating expanding routes for golf carts. City Manager's office identified funding sources and working on locations for new charging facilities for electric vehicles. Program AQ- 1.3.e Expand pedestrian and bicycle routes and provide safe and convenient access to retail, recreational, and community centers. Ongoing. Active participation with CV Link; CIP AD 59, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79. AIR QUALITY General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 34 Program AQ- 1.3.f Facilitate mixed use development concepts in specific identified areas of the community to allow the combination of residential and non-residential uses, such as live-work-shop designs, as described in the Land Use Element. Complete and Ongoing. Village Master Plan and EIR complete. Program AQ- 1.3.g Where permitted by the Land Use plan, and where appropriate, encourage high density residential development within walking distance to commercial, educational and recreational opportunities. Complete and Ongoing. Village Master Plan and EIR complete. City to pursue visioning for Highway 111 Corridor. Policy AQ-1.4 Protect people and sites that are especially sensitive to airborne pollutants (sensitive receptors) from polluting point sources. Ongoing. Case-by-case basis when CEQA is processed for projects. Program AQ- 1.4.a Uses such as manufacturing, auto body shops, and other point source polluters should be reasonably separated from sensitive receptors. Complete and Ongoing. Ordinance 550 modified auto uses and limits them to commercial zones. Evaluated during CEQA review. Policy AQ-1.5 Ensure all construction activities minimize emissions of all air quality pollutants. Ongoing. All development projects must be in compliance with CEQA requirements. Program AQ- 1.5.a All grading and ground disturbance activities shall adhere to established fugitive dust criteria. Ongoing. All development projects must be in compliance with CEQA requirements. Program AQ- 1.5.b Fugitive Dust Control Plans shall be reviewed and approved for development projects. Ongoing. All development projects must be in compliance with CEQA requirements. Policy AQ-1.6 Proposed development air quality emissions of criteria pollutants shall be analyzed under CEQA. Ongoing. All development projects must be in compliance with CEQA requirements. Policy AQ-1.7 Greenhouse gas emissions associated with a development project shall demonstrate adherence to the City's GHG Reduction Plan. No activity. GHG emissions are evaluated during CEQA review on a case by case basis. Policy ÅQ-1.8 The City shall adopt a comprehensive greenhouse gas reduction plan that sets forth reduction targets, timelines, and measures to achieve targets. Complete. Adopted with General Plan. Program AQ- 1.8.a Implement the GHG reduction measures detailed in the GHG Reduction Plan. No activity. Review GHG reduction measures in 2018 and develop an implementation plan. Program AQ- 1.8.b Establish a comprehensive database to maintain an inventory of city government resource use and conservation with interdepartmental access. No activity. Program AQ- 1.8.c Coordinate with Burrtec to establish and implement programs that divert wastes from landfills, such as the composting of food waste and plant debris and the expanded re-use and recycling of materials, to reduce methane emissions. No activity. Burrtec has established programs for waste diversion and requirements of State law. 35 Policy/Program Description Status Goal EM-1 The sustainable use and management of energy and mineral resources. Policy EM-1.1 Strongly encourage conservation of energy sources.Ongoing. Conservation applied on a case by case basis for City operations. Program EM- 1.2.a Review and amend, as appropriate, Zoning Ordinance procedures and standards to include site orientation, solar control and use of passive heating and cooling techniques. No activity Policy EM-1.2.a Encourage installation of alternative energy devices on new and existing development. Programs may include City-funded incentive programs; matching fund programs with IID, The Gas Company and alternative energy providers, as well as other programs as they become available. Ongoing. CIP - 201313 - Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements - Phase II is meant to install newer systems to more energy efficient resulting in energy cost reductions. Program EM- 1.2.b As funding and applicability allows, incorporate Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), hybrid or electric vehicles into the City fleet as vehicles are replaced with a target to complete the conversion by 2035. No activity. City has moved towards a leasing system for city fleet vehicles that do not include hybrid or electric vehicles. Program EM- 1.2.c Continue participation in the Sunline Transit Agency, and promote the use of alternative fuel technologies for its buses. Ongoing. Sunline Transit Agency continues to provide public transportation via two service lines, Line 111 and Line 70. All buses are CNG and there is a hydrogen cell bus. Program EM- 1.2.d As appropriate, incorporate LED or other energy-efficient lighting in signals and lights throughout the City. Complete Program EM- 1.2.e Explore opportunities to provide a CNG and other alternate fuel fueling station in the City. No activity Program EM- 1.2.f Implement, as appropriate, energy-efficient improvements in City buildings and facilities using Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant or similar funds. Ongoing. CIP - 201313 - Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements - Phase II is meant to install newer systems to more energy efficient resulting in energy cost reductions. Goal EM-2 The conservation and thoughtful management of local mineral deposits to assure the long-term viability of limited resources. Policy EM-2.1 Preserve mineral resources identified by the Department of Mines and Geology to the greatest extend possible. No activity Program EM- 2.1.b Review and amend the Zoning Ordinance as appropriate to require that mineral extraction occurring in the city be subject to the requirements of the California Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA), and the City's Zoning procedures. Complete. Section 16.02.010 provides for this ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 36 Policy/Program Description Status Goal Bio-1 The protection and preservation of native and environmentally significant biological resources and their habitats. Policy Bio-1.1 Continue to implement the Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP).Ongoing. Enforced by the City through building permits and during development review. Program Bio- 1.1.a Building permits shall not be issued for projects required to pay the MSHCP local development mitigation fee until such time as the fee has been paid to the City. Ongoing. Enforced by the City through building permits. Program Bio- 1.1.b For lands identified by the MSHCP as slated for conservation within the City, the Planning Department will refer land owners and developers to the Coachella Valley Association of Government and/or Coachella Valley Conservation Commission for guidance and permitting assistance. Ongoing. Planning staff refers owners with land in the MSHCP to the CV Conservation Commission and CVAG. Program Bio- 1.2.c Prior to the issuance of any ground disturbing permit for fallow lands outside Conservation areas, the City will require a protocol compliant survey for burrowing owl. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Policy Bio-1.3 Publicly owned conservation lands, including those for the MSHCP, shall be designated as Open Space on the Land Use Map. Complete. Currently designated as such. Policy Bio-1.4 Comply with the requirements of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA)Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Program Bio- 1.4.a Throughout the City, prior to the removal of vegetation on development site between March and August, a qualified biologist shall determine whether any bird nests or young occur on the site, and if they occur, provide mitigation measures compliant with the MBTA. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Policy Bio-1.5 Comply with the regulatory requirements of the California Department of Fish and Game, the US Army Corps of Engineers, and the Regional Water Quality Control Board as they relate to "waters of the State of California" and/or "waters of the United States." Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Program Bio- 1.5.a Prior to the initiation of any project within any defined blueline stream as identified on Exhibit III-3, the City will require that consultation and/or permitting by CDFG be demonstrated in writing. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Policy Bio-1.6 Native desert plant materials should be incorporated into new development project to the greatest extent possible. Invasive, non-native species shall be discouraged. Ongoing. Enforced through landscape plan checks BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 37 Policy Bio-1.7 Sensitive habitat areas, including conservation areas for the MSHCP, should be buffered from urban development to the greatest extent possible. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Program Bio- 1.7.a Use zoning standards and the design review process to assure that adequate buffers are provided in environmentally sensitive areas. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. 38 Policy/Program Description Status Goal CUL-1 The protection of significant archaeological, historic, and paleontological resources which occur in the City. Policy CUL-1.1 All reasonable efforts should be made to identify archaeological and historic resources in the City. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Program CUL-1.1.a Any development application for a vacant site, or a site previously or currently used for agricultural purposes, shall be accompanied by a Phase I archaeological and/or historic analysis conducted by a qualified archaeologist. Such analysis shall be paid for by the project proponent. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Program CUL-1.1.b City staff will maintain open channels of consultation with local Native American tribes, the Eastern Information Center at the University of California, Riverside, the Historical Society, and the Coachella Valley History Museum. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process, SB18 and AB52. Program CUL-1.1c City staff shall maintain a database of known prehistoric resources in the City. No Activity Program CUL-1.1.d The City shall update its historic inventory at a minimum of every 10 years, subject to available funding. No Activity Policy CUL-1.2 Assure that significant identified archaeological and historic resources are protected. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Program CUL-1.2.a The City will be proactive in the protection of archaeological and historic resource preservation funding, including regional, state and federal funds. No Activity Program CUL-1.2.b Consider the use of all potential sources of funding for archaeological and historic resource preservation funding, including regional, state and federal funds. No Activity Program CUL-1.2.c Encourage owners of qualified historic buildings to take advantage of tax credits and other programs for the preservation and restoration of historic structures. Case-by-case Program CUL-1.2.d Continue to implement the Historic Preservation Ordinance.Complete and ongoing. Historic preservation ordinance amended in 2016 Policy CUL-1.3 Educate the public about the City's history and paleontology. Ongoing. The La Quinta Museum hosts historical programs Program CUL-1.3.a Encourage property owners and others to nominate qualified properties to the City's historic inventory. Case-by-case Program CUL-1.3.b Continue to support efforts at curation and exhibition of the City's history.Ongoing. Implemented by La Quinta Museum. City sponsors a permanent exhibit of the City's History at City Hall beginning in 2017. Program CUL-1.3.c Consider expanding collections to include paleontological resources. Ongoing. Implemented by La Quinta Museum. CULTURAL RESOURCES General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 39 Program CUL-1.3.d Encourage the Desert Sands and Coachella Unified School Districts to include local history and tribal history in the community. No Activity Policy CUL-1.4 Make all reasonable efforts to identify paleontological resources in the City.Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process on a case by case process during development review with development projects. Program CUL-1.4.a Any development application for a vacant site located on soils identified as Lake Cahuilla Beds or Pleistocene shall be accompanied by a Phase I paleontogical analysis conducted by a qualified geologist or paleontologist. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Program CUL-1.4.b As part of the geotechnical analysis conducted for grading and building permits, soil borings shall be examined by a qualified geologist or paleontologist to assure that no Pleistone or older soils occur at depth in areas to be excavated. Monitoring shall be required if Pleistone or older soils will be impacted by excavations. Ongoing. Conditions of Approval will be required for development projects that require soil borings for geotechnical analysis to be examined by qualified geologists or paleontologists. Policy CUL-1.5 All reasonable efforts should be made to preserve paleontological resources in the City. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. Program CUL-1.5.a Significant paleontological resources identified on a site shall be professionally collected, catalogued and deposited with a recognized repository. Ongoing. Enforced through CEQA process. 40 Policy/Program Description Status Goal WR-1 The efficient use and conservation of the City's water resources. Policy WR-1.1 Support the Coachella Valley Water District in its efforts to supply adequate domestic water to residents and businesses. Ongoing. Continue coordination with CVWD Program WR- 1.1.a The City shall continue to implement its Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance and Building Codes, and update them as needed to meet or exceed State standards for water efficiency and conservation. Ongoing. Water efficient landscape ordinance updated in 2016. Implemented with new or revised landscape plans. Program WR- 1.1.b Continue to work with CVWD to implement independent and joint programs, rebates, and discounts that promote water conservation. No activity. No resources available to supplement CVWD rebate programs. Policy WR-1.2 Support the Coachella Valley Water District in its efforts to recharge the aquifer. Ongoing. Continue coordination with CVWD Program WR- 1.2.a Support CVWD's efforts to increase recharge at its La Quinta facility and elsewhere in its district. Ongoing. Continue coordination with CVWD Program WR- 1.2.b Work with CVWD to implement new or improved recharging techniques in golf course and lake design, turf and agricultural irrigation recharging techniques in golf course and lake design, turf and agricultural irrigation methods, and the use of tertiary treated water for irrigation and other uses. No activity. Policy WR-1.3 Support the Coachella Valley Water District in its efforts to expand tertiary treated (i.e. reclaimed)water distribution. Ongoing. Continue coordination with CVWD Program WR-1.3 Work with CVWD to provide tertiary treated water for future recreational facilities and landscaping irrigation to the greatest extent possible. Ongoing. Continue coordination with CVWD Policy WR-1.4 Protect stormwater from pollution and encourage its use to recharge the aquifer. Ongoing. City enforces NPDES requirements Program WR-1.4 Implement federal, regional and local standards pertaining to the discharge and treatment of pollutants in surface water for all development projects. Ongoing. City enforces NPDES requirements Program WR- 1.4.b Coordinate with CVWD in its review of projects which impact drainage channels. Ongoing. Continue coordination with CVWD Program WR- 1.4.c Require on-site retention for new development projects to the greatest extent possible, to provide added recharge of the aquifer. Ongoing. New developments are required to provide on-site retention. WATER RESOURCES General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 41 Policy WR-1.5 Development within drainage areas and stormwater facilities shall be limited to recreational uses such as golf courses, lakes, sports or play fields and similar uses. Ongoing. Watercourse or open space designation allow only for golf courses, lakes, sports or play fields and similar uses. Policy WR-1.6 Encourage the use of permeable pavements in residential and commercial development projects. Case-by-case. Encouraged when development applications are submitted. 42 Type Description Status Goal OS-1 Preservation, conservation and management of the City's open space lands and scenic resources for enhanced recreational, environmental and economic purposes. Policy OS-1.1 Identify and map lands suitable for preservation as passive and active open space. Ongoing. None identified beyond what is shown in GP Land Use Map. Program OS- 1.1.a Identify lands suitable for preservation as natural open space on the General Plan Land Use map. Ongoing. None identified beyond what is shown in GP Land Use Map. Program OS- 1.1.b Confer with adjoining communities and other responsible agencies to periodically review and update information on regional open space, and to coordinate preservation efforts. Ongoing. Coordinated through CVAG Policy OS-1.2 Continue to develop a comprehensive multi-purpose trails network to link open space areas. Ongoing. Interactive trail map in place. Participation in CV Link ongoing Program OS- 1.2.a Coordinate with, and obtain approval from, local utility providers, including the Coachella Valley Water District, to use flood control and utility easements as a trails network which links open space and recreation areas. Ongoing. City is participating in CV Link Program OS- 1.2.b Explore opportunities for additional trails connectivity adjacent to and along watercourses, irrigation canals, and flood control improvements. Ongoing. City is participating in CV Link Policy OS-1.3 The City shall encourage community involvement and volunteerism in open space maintenance and improvement as a means to leverage local funds, improve open space and increase public awareness of the City's Open Space areas. Ongoing. City support local programs that increase public awareness of the City's Open Space areas and support trail clean up activities. Goal OS-2 Good stewardship of natural open space and preservation of open space areas. Policy OS-2.1 Unique and valuable biological resources should be preserved as open space, to the greatest extent practical. Ongoing. Implemented through the CEQA process. Policy OS-2.2 Where appropriate, geological hazard zones, including but not limited to earthquake fault lines, areas susceptible to liquefaction, floodways, and unstable slopes should be preserved as open space. Ongoing. Implemented through the CEQA process. Site-specific geotechnical reports required Policy OS-2.3 Encourage the preservation of open space in privately owned development projects. Ongoing. Implemented with individual development applications. OPEN SPACE AND CONSERVATION ELEMENT General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 43 Program OS- 2.3.a Utilize flexible development standards, density incentives, and/or other means to encourage the provision of open space in new planned developments. Complete. Planned Unit Development entitlements requires Open Space. Goal OS-3 Preservation of scenic resources as vital contributions to the City's economic health and overall quality of life. Implemented through the CEQA process. Policy OS-3.1 To the greatest extent possible, prohibit development on lands designated as open space which are elevated and visually prominent from adjacent developed areas or are located within or in close proximity to areas identified as critical wildlife habitat. Complete and ongoing. Implemented through the Hillside Preservation Ordinance. Program OS- 3.1.a Continue to implement the Hillside Preservation Ordinance. Ongoing. City legally required to enforce this ordinance. Program OS- 3.1.b Minimize the loss of open space resources. Ongoing. Implemented through the CEQA process. Policy OS-3.2 Any development that is permitted within areas designated as Open Space should minimize grading for structures and access and should be visually subordinate to and compatible with surrounding landscape features. Ongoing. Implemented through Hillside Preservation Ordinance. Policy OS-3.3 Explore and utilize a variety of measures to preserve privately owned properties within hillside and alluvial fan areas, including private covenants, deed restrictions, and land transfers. Ongoing. Implemented through Hillside Preservation Ordinance. Program OS- 3.3.a Identify agencies and property owners which hold fee simple title to properties located in hillside and alluvial fan areas, and encourage agreements which assure that such lands remain undeveloped in perpetuity. Ongoing. Implemented through Hillside Preservation Ordinance. 44 Policy/Program Description Status Goal N-1 A healthful noise environment which complements the City's residential and resort character. Policy N-1.1 Noise standards in the City shall be consistent with the Community Noise and Land Use Compatibility scale described in this Element. Complete. Ordinance No. 550 was adopted on November 15, 2016. The amendment was implemented in order to comply with the General Plan 2035 EIR. Program N-1.1.a Propose to City Council an amendment to the Municipal Code (Section 9.100.210) to allow 65 dBA CNEL for sensitive land uses. Complete. Implemented by Ordinance in 2016. Policy N-1.2 New residential development located adjacent to any roadway identified in Table IV-4 as having a building out noise level in excess of 65 dBA shall continue to be required to submit a noise impact analysis in conjunction with the first Planning Department application, which demonstrates compliance with the Community Noise and Land Use Compatibility scale. Ongoing. Implemented through the CEQA process. Policy N-1.2 New non-residential development located adjacent to existing residential development, sensitive receptors or residentially designated land, shall be required to submit a noise impact analysis in conjunction with the first Planning Department application, which demonstrates that it will not significantly impact the adjacent residential development or residential land. Ongoing. Implemented through the CEQA process. Policy N-1.3 Provide accommodation for special events in the public interest, such as concerts and festivals, which may temporarily exceed the maximum allowable decibel level. Ongoing. Enforced through Special Event Permit process. Recently applied to Career Builder Challenge concert in 2017. Program N-1.3.a All Mixed Use projects shall be required to submit a noise impact analysis in conjunction with the first Planning Department application, which demonstrates compliance with the City's noise standards. No activity. No mixed use projects reviewed. Policy N-1.5 All noise impact analysis will include, at a minimum, short-term construction noise and noise generated by the daily operation of the project at build out. Ongoing. Implemented through the CEQA process. Policy N-1.6 The City may require remedial noise control plans and/or improvements for areas experiencing noise in excess of adopted City standards. No activity Program N-1.6.a Remedial improvements will be included in the Capital Improvement Program. No activity NOISE General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 45 Policy N-1.7 Noise impact analysis shall be included in all City Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and developer-required roadway widening projects to demonstrate compliance with City noise standards. No activity Policy N-1.8 Maintain a truck route plan restricting truck travel to arterial roadways. Ongoing. Enforced by Design and Development Department. 46 Policy/Program Description Status Goal GEO-1 Protection of the residents' health and safety and of their property, from geologic and seismic hazards. Policy GEO-1.1.a The City shall maintain and periodically update an information database and maps that identify local and regional geologic and seismic conditions. No activity. Program GEO-1.2 The City shall periodically confer with the California Division of Mines and Geology, Riverside County, neighboring communities, and other appropriate agencies to improve and routinely update the database. No activity Policy GEO-1.2 The City shall continue to require that development in areas subject to rockfall, landslide, liquefaction and/or other geotechinical hazards described in this Element, prepare detailed geotechnical analyses that include mitigation measues that minimize such hazards. Ongoing. Implemented through the CEQA process. Policy GEO-1.3 The City shall require that development in areas subject to collapsible or expansive soils conduct soil sampling and laboratory testing and implement mitigation measures that minimize such hazards. Ongoing. Implemented through the CEQA process. Program GEO- 1.3.a The Building and Safety Department shall review and determine the adequacy of soils and/or other geotechnical studies conducted for proposed projects and enforce the implementation of mitigation measures. Ongoing. Currently implemented. Policy GEO-1.4 The City shall require that all new structures be built in accordance with the latest adopted version of the Building Code. Ongoing. Enforced by the City. Policy GEO-1.5 The City shall continue to require that structures that pose a safety threat due to inadequate seismic design are retrofitted or removed from use, according to law. Case-by-case. Policy GEO-1.6 The City shall coordinate and cooperate with public and quasi-public agencies to ensure that major utilities continue to be functional in the event of a major earthquake. Ongoing. Enforced through EOC. Program GEO- 1.6.a The City shall maintain working relationships and strategies between the Public Works Department, utility providers, and other appropriate agencies to strengthen or relocate utility facilities and take other appropriate measures to safeguard major utility distribution systems. Ongoing. Enforced through EOC. SOILS AND GEOLOGY General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 47 Policy/Program Description Status GOAL FH-1 Protection of the health, safety and welfare of the community from flooding and hydrological hazards. Policy FH-1.1 The City shall monitor and update its 2009 Master Drainage Plan every 5 years, or as needed, to reflect changes in local and regional drainage and flood conditions. Ongoing. Master Drainage Plan has not been updated. A focused drainage study was completed in 2015. Village Drainage Plan updated in 2016. Policy FH-1.2 The City shall coordinate efforts to update floodplain mapping in all areas of the City, particularly those where potential flood impacts are not yet known. Ongoing. City coordinated with FEMA April 9, 2017. Policy FH-1.3 The City shall continue to implement development standards that provide for a reduction in runoff from developed lands and are consistent with local and regional stormwater management plans. Ongoing. Implemented as development applications are submitted. Program FH- 1.3.a New development shall continue to be required to construct on-site retention/detention basins and other necessary stormwater management facilities that are capable of managing 100-year stormwater flows. Ongoing. Implemented as development applications are submitted. Policy FH-1.4 The City shall coordinate with CVWD regarding the implementation of measures which protect bridge crossings from the scouring and erosive effects of flooding. Ongoing. Coordinated by the Facilities Department. Program FH- 1.4.a The Public Works Department will work with CVWD to inspect bridge crossings for scour damage during and after significant flooding events. Ongoing. Coordinated by the Facilities Department. Program FH- 1.4.b The City shall coordinate with the appropriate state agencies to participate Ongoing. Contract out bridge inspections. Policy FH-1.5 The City shall coordinate with CVWD to minimize the potential for the occurrence of inundation from levee or water tank failure, including seismically induced inundation. Ongoing. City coordinates with CVWD. Program FH- 1.5.a The City shall annually request a status update from the Coachella Valley Water District of their monitoring of the structural safety of the levees around Lake Cahuilla and along the Coachella Valley Stormwater Channel and the La Quinta Evacuation Channel. No activity. Design and Development Department to request updates in 2018. Program FH- 1.5.b The City shall annually request a status update from the Coachella Valley Water District of their monitoring of the structural integrity of above-ground water tanks and reservoirs, and where needed, the implementation of bracing techniques to minimize potential structural damage and/or failure. No activity. Request in 2017. Flooding and Hydrology General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 48 Policy FH-1.6 Major drainage facilities, including debris basins, retention/detention basins, and flood control facilities shall provide for the enhancement of wildlife habitat and community open space to the greatest extent feasible, while still maintaining their functional qualities. Ongoing. Landscaping required in new projects and will be included in future projects such as drainage basin on Eisenhower Drive/Avenida Fernando. Policy FH-1.7 New critical facilities shall not be constructed within the boundaries of the 100-year flood plain. Ongoing. Reviewed on a case-by-case basis as development projects are proposed. Policy FH-1.8 Development within drainage areas and stormwater facilities shall be limited to recreational uses such as golf courses, lakes, sports or play fields, and similar uses. Ongoing. Watercourse or open space designation allow only for golf courses, lakes, sports or play fields and similar uses. Policy FH-1.9 The City shall periodically monitor and update, as needed, evacuation routes to ensure safe ingress and egress for residents and emergency vehicles in the Cove and southern neighborhoods in the event of a major flood. Ongoing. Monitored and reviewed for purposes of the Capital Improvement Projects. 49 Policy/Program Description Status GOAL HAZ-1 Protection of residents from the potential impacts of hazardous and toxic materials. Policy HAZ-1.1 The storage, transport, use and disposal of hazardous materials shall comply with all City, County, State and federal standards. Ongoing. Burrtec Waste & Recycling Services provides an e-waste disposal program and the Riverside County 24- hour hotline provides the LQ residents with proper disposal facilities. Program HAZ- 1.1.a Continue to coordinate with all appropriate agencies to assure that local, State and federal regulations are enforced. Ongoing. Coordinated through fire department Program HAZ- 1.1.b Development plans for projects which may store, use or transport hazardous materials shall continue to be routed to the Fire Department and the Department of Environmental Health for review. Ongoing. Implemented through the CEQA process. Program HAZ- 1.1.c inventory of all hazardous waste sites within the City, including underground fuel storage tanks. Ongoing. Policy HAZ-1.2 To the extent empowered, the City shall regulate the generation, delivery, use and storage of hazardous materials. Ongoing. Implemented through Fire & Police, County Environmental Health. Program HAZ- 1.2.a All facilities which produce, utilize, store or transport hazardous materials shall be constructed in strict conformance with all applicable Building and Fire Codes. Ongoing. Implemented through building plan checks Policy HAZ-1.3 Support Household Hazardous Waste disposal.Ongoing. coordinate with burrtec Program HAZ- 1.3.a Continue to work with the County to assure regular household hazardous waste disposal events are held in and around the City. Ongoing. City works with County on annual events schedules in the City for hazard disposal. Program HAZ- 1.3.b at City Hall. Ongoing. Burrtec Waste & Recycling Services provides an e-waste disposal program and the Riverside County 24- hour hotline provides La Quinta residents with proper disposal facilities. Hazardous Materials General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 50 Policy/Program Description Status GOAL ES-1 An effective and comprehensive response to all emergency service needs. Policy ES-1.1 The City shall continue to work with the Riverside County Fire Department to accurately forecast future needs and provide adequate and timely expansion of services and facilities based on service capabilities and response times. Ongoing. Fire Department participates in project review with City staff for development projects. Program ES- 1.1.a to assure that new development pays its fair share of future fire stations. Ongoing. Currently enforced. Policy ES-1.2 New development proposals shall continue to be routed to the Fire Department to assure that project access and design provide for maximum fire and life safety. Ongoing. Fire Department participates in project review. Policy ES-1.3 The City shall continue to work with the Fire Department to maintain or improve the current ISO rating in order to reduce insurance premiums for City residents and businesses. Ongoing. Policy ES- 1.4 The City shall coordinate with adjacent jurisdictions to consider joint funding of fire facilities based upon service area. Complete and ongoing. existing reciprocal agreements in place Policy ES-1.5 Department to accurately forecast future needs and provide adequate and timely expansion of services and facilities. Ongoing. City does this on an annual basis and with new development proposals. Policy ES-1.6 New development proposals shall continue to be routed to the Police Department to assure that project access and design provide for defensible space and maximum crime prevention while maintaining City design standards and codes. Ongoing. Police Department participates in project review. Policy ES-1.7 community-based policing and community programs that encourage resident participation are implemented to the greatest extent possible. Ongoing. Sherriff's department hosts crime free multi- gfamily residential seminars for residents and property managers. Coffee with a cop events held throughout the year. SET team regularly works with local business on crime prevention. Policy ES-1.8 The City should maintain an emergency response program consistent with State law, and coordinate with surrounding cities, Riverside County and other emergency service providers. Ongoing. Enforced by the EOC Program ES- 1.8.a Periodically review and update the Emergency Operations Plan to address emergency response techniques. Ongoing. Community Services Department emergency services staff annually reviews emergency operations. Program ES- 1.8.b Coordinate all emergency preparedness and response plans with neighboring cities, the County of Riverside, local health care providers and utility purveyors, and the California Emergency Management Agency (CalEMA). Ongoing. Implemented through EOC. Emergency Services General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) 51 Program ES- 1.8.c Continue coordinated training for City Emergency Response Team members, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers, and related response agency personnel. Ongoing. Continued training at City. The basic 20 hour FEMA CERT training course is offered year round thru Riverside County Office of Emergency Services Policy ES-1.9 Critical facilities, such as police and fire stations, hospitals and clinics, schools and utility substations, should be sited away from identified hazard areas. Complete. General Plan Land Use Map implements this. Program ES- 1.9.a Review and amend, as appropriate, development regulations to ensure critical facilities are not located in an area identified in the General Plan as a hazard area. Case-by-case Policy ES-1.10 The City should provide education programs and literature to its residents, business people and property owners on earthquake preparedness, fire safety, flooding hazards and other emergencies. Ongoing. The Community Serviced Department Emergency Services is responsible for this. Program ES- 1.10.a Maintain and distribute emergency preparedness information and handouts at City Hall, the Senior Center and Library, and at community events. to inform and educate residents and business owners on emergency preparedness matters. Ongoing. Emergency Services regularly provides information and training to the public. Program ES- 1.10.b The Emergency Services Division will continue to coordinate city-wide emergency response exercises as appropriate, as well as training programs for City staff and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers, and will publicize training sessions to City residents and business owners. Ongoing. Continued training at City. The basic 20 hour FEMA CERT training course is offered year round thru Riverside County Office of Emergency Services 52 General Plan 2035 Implementation Update (2017) Policy/Program Description Status GOAL UTL-1 Domestic water facilities and services which adequately serve the existing and long-term needs of the City. Policy UTL-1.1 The City should coordinate with the Coachella Valley Water District to assure that sufficient water supplies are available to sustain current and future development.Ongoing. CVWD participates in project review. Program UTL- 1.1.a Work with the Coachella Valley Water District to expand the availability of tertiary treated water, non-potable canal water, and encourage its use for landscape irrigation purposes, especially for irrigating golf courses and other large landscaped areas.Check with Public Works Program UTL- 1.1.b Continue to work with CVWD on water conservation programs (such as landscaping conversion and smart irrigation control) to reduce domestic water use, which will result in the need for fewer domestic water facilities and services to adequately serve the existing and long-term needs of the City. Ongoing. Water efficient landscaping ordinance; building code requirements. All landscape plans must be approved by CVWD. Water efficiency certification is required of landscape businesses. Policy UTL-1.2 The City should encourage the conservation of water. Ongoing. Water efficient landscaping ordinance; building code requirements. All landscape plans must be approved by CVWD. Water efficiency certification is required of landscape businesses. Program UTL- 1.2.a Develop programs, both in conjunction with the Coachella Valley Water District and independently, to allow and encourage the retrofitting of existing water-intensive appliances and irrigation systems in existing development. No Activity. Limited resources to support these programs. Program UTL- 1.2.b City and private sector development projects shall implement water efficient landscaping plans which meet or exceed current water efficiency standards. Ongoing. Water efficient landscaping ordinance; building code requirements. All landscape plans must be approved by CVWD. Water efficiency certification is required of landscape businesses. Policy UTL-1.3 New development shall reduce its projected water consumption rates over Ongoing. Water efficient landscape ordinance requires water efficiency. Policy UTL-1.4 Review and amend Development Standards to require that all new development demonstrate a reduction of domestic water consumption equivalent to, or exceeding, the CalGreen Tier One standards in effect at the time of development. No Activity. Building Division only enforces CalGreen requiremeent not the volunatry Tier One standards. GOAL UTL-2 Sanitary sewer facilities and services which adequately serve the existing and long-term needs of the City. Policy UTL-2.1 All new development should be required to connect to sanitary sewer service. Ongoing. This is a requirement. Water, Sewer, & Utilities 53 Program UTL- 2.1.a Review and amend Development Standards and Review Procedures to ensure coordination with the Coachella Valley Water District and assurance that existing sewer service along with the extension of sewer service is capable of meeting the needs of current and forecasted development. No activity. Development standards have no been amended to reflect that all new projects are required to connect or expand sewer systems in order to be part of the existing sewer system. This will be considered in 2018 Code amendments. Policy UTL-2.2 Septic systems for the treatment of sewage should be replaced with sanitary sewer service throughout the City. Ongoing. All new projects are required to connect or expand sewer systems in order to be part of the existing sewer system. When existing spectic tanks fails and sewer is available thye are rerquired to connect to sewer. Program UTL- 2.2.a Coordinate with the Coachella Valley Water District and encourage the elimination of septic systems where they occur within the City. Ongoing. City requires all new projects to connect or expand sewer systems in order to be part of the existing sewer system. No available financial resources to the City to covert private residential septic systems to sewer. 54 Policy/Program Description Status GOAL PF-1 Public facilities and services that are available, adequate and convenient to all City residents. Policy PF-1.1 The City shall expand or modify municipal services to meet the needs of the community Ongoing. Annually with City Budget Policy PF-1.2 Periodically evaluate the demand for municipal services and facilities, and include construction and expansion of these facilities to assure timely completion. Ongoing. Implemented through DIF and CIP. Annually with City Budget Program PF- 1.2.a The City will annually review municipal facilities as part of its Capital Improvement Program planning. Ongoing. CIP updated annually. Policy PF-1.3 The City shall identify all viable financing mechanisms for the funding of construction, maintenance and operation of municipal facilities. Ongoing. Implemented for each CIP project. Program PF- 1.3.a The Development Impact Fee program shall be monitored regularly to assure it is providing current and effective funding contributions to the City. No Activity. Policy PF-1.4 The design and construction of municipal facilities shall comply with all the processes and development standards that apply to privately constructed facilities. Ongoing. Implemented as projects are constructed. Policy PF-1.5 The City shall continue to coordinate with the County of Riverside to assure that library facilities and services are expanded as demand warrants. Ongoing. Community Resources Department regularly coordinates with the library Policy PF-1.6 The City shall coordinate with the Desert Sands and Coachella Valley Unified School Districts and encourage the Districts to plan for and construct new schools to meet demand. Ongoing. Community Resources coordinates with school districts Program PF- 1.6.a Development proposals will continue to be routed to the appropriate District for review and comment early in the planning and entitlement process. Ongoing. School Districts are provided project plans and opportunity to comment. Program PF- 1.6.b The City shall continue to support the payment of school impact fees by all eligible new development projects. Ongoing. School fees must be paid prior to building permit issuance. Program PF-1.6.c The City shall modify the Land Use Map to show new school facilities as Major Community Facilities as new schools are developed. Ongoing. Included in Land Use Map. Policy PF-1.7 The City shall continue to explore the potential for the joint purchase or use of recreational facilities with the Desert Sands and Coachella Valley Unified School Districts, as well as the Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District. Ongoing. Facilities Department currently does this. 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