2014 11 18 CC MinutesCITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2014
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at 3:31 p.m. by
Mayor Adolph.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Evans, Franklin, Henderson, Osborne, Mayor Adolph
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON AGENDA
Public Speaker: John Lanctot, La Quinta — Mr. Lanctot said that his home is next to a
city retention basin and requested that the city return to trimming the trees and bushes
bordering his property every three months. The trimming is now every six months,
which allows the plants to grow over into his yard making access to his side yards
difficult.
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT
DUNE PALMS ROAD AND HIGHWAY 111 (APN: 600-020-053).
CITY NEGOTIATOR: CITY MANAGER
NEGOTIATING PARTY: MARTIN DOLEMO
UNDER NEGOTIATION: POTENTIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF
ACQUISITION AND/OR DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY
COUNCIL RECESSED TO_ CLOSED SESSION AT 3:38 P.M.
MAYOR ADOLPH RECONVENED THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 4:00 P.M.
WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT. NO ACTIONS WERE TAKEN IN CLOSED
SESSION THAT REQUIRES REPORTING PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT
CODE SECTION 54957.1 (BROWN ACT).
Mayor Adolph led the audience in the pledge of allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON AGENDA
Public Speaker: Harry Schaffner, La Quinta — Mr. Schaffner informed the Council of the
damage caused by the September 8, 2014 flooding to his home and his neighbors'
homes. He said that the city should have warned residents and that the Council should
have held a public hearing after the event to hear from residents. Mr. Schaffner stated
that the widening of the bridge from two to four lanes a few years ago increased the
flooding problem at Eisenhower Drive and Avenue 50.
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Public Speaker: Allen Worthy, homeless — Mr. Worthy thanked Councilmember Evans
and expressed his gratitude for the kindness of the staff at JFK Hospital. Mr. Worthy
asked City Manager Spevacek to speak to Palm Springs City Manager David Ready on
his behalf.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Councilmember Henderson requested that Consent Calendar Item No. 3 be pulled for a
separate vote. Council concurred.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Sarah Mack, Deputy Director of the Riverside County Department of Public Health
provided a brief presentation on the preparedness of the department should _the Ebola
virus reach California or Riverside County. She provided a web address to their Ebola
information page: www.rivcoph.org.
Dave Archer, President and CEO of the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce, presented
the report on Chamber economic development activity, a copy of which is on file in the
City Clerk's Office.
Councilmember Franklin requested that Mr. Archer coordinate the Chamber's economic
development meetings with City Manager Spevacek so there is not a duplication of
effort.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 4, 2014
2. DENIAL OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES FILED BY LISA TURNER AND MICHAEL
DORN; DATE OF LOSS — SEPTEMBER 8, 2014
3. pulled by Councilmember Henderson for separate vote >>> SECOND READING
AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 520 APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA QUINTA AND
SILVERROCK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC, RELATING TO THE
VESTING OF CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS FOR THE SILVERROCK
RESORT, AND AUTHORIZING IMPLEMENTATION ACTIONS RELATED
THERETO
4. EXCUSE ABSENCE OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER FITZPATRICK FOR
NOVEMBER 25, 2014 MEETING
5. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTER DATED OCTOBER 31 AND NOVEMBER 7,
2014
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6. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORTS DATED
OCTOBER 31, 2014
7. RECEIVE AND FILE TREASURER'S REPORT DATED SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
8.. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO EXTEND TIME TO COMPLETE OFF-SITE AND ON-
SITE IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT MAP NO. 30092, PIAZZA SERENA
[RESOLUTION 2014-061]
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Evans/Franklin to
approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2 and 4 through 8 as recommended with Item
No. 8 adopting Resolution 2014-061. Motion passed unanimously.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Evans/Franklin to
approve Consent Calendar Item No. 3 and adopt Ordinance No. 520 as recommended.
Motion passed: ayes 4, noes. 1 (Henderson).
BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPROVE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP AND DAILY USE FEES FOR THE
WELLNESS ADDITION AT THE SENIOR CENTER
Community Services Supervisor Calderon presented the staff report, which is on file in
the City Clerk's Office.
Councilmembers discussed the center's capacity, staffing needs, fee-based special
programs and services, anticipated membership numbers, naming the facility,
Developer Impact Fee, and membership card type.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Franklin/Evans to
approve the annual membership and daily use fees for the wellness addition at the
senior center as recommended. Motion passed unanimously.
2. ADOPT RESOLUTION DESIGNATING SPEED LIMITS FOR CERTAIN
STREETS [RESOLUTION 2014-062]
City Engineer Wimmer presented the staff report, which is on file in the City Clerk's
Office.
Councilmembers discussed speeds on Blackhawk Way, teen drivers, Calle Tampico
speed and impact on pedestrians, possible reduced use of Avenida Bermudas, the
need for a speed limit sign on Avenue 60, and use of "road diet" striping to reduce
vehicular speeds and increase pedestrian safety and walkability.
Mayor Adolph said that he would not support any increases in speed limits because he
wishes to maintain a rural community, which does not need raceways.
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Public Speaker: Fritz Bochli, La Quinta — Mr. Bochli said that there are conflicting
posted speed limits on Monroe Street — 60 miles per hour (mph) on the southbound side
and 50 mph on the northbound side. Mr. Bochli favored 50 mph for both directions. He
also thanked the Council for the removal of Cal BioMass.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Franklin/Evans to
direct staff to prepare a restriping plan for Avenida Bermudas, Calle Tampico and
Blackhawk Way; designate speed limits for certain streets; and adopt Resolution 2014-
062 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING SPEED LIMITS FOR CERTAIN LOCAL
STREETS
Motion passed: Ayes 4, Noes 0, Abstain 1 (Adolph).
3. ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 3.30.050 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO THE PREVAILING WAGE REQUIREMENT TO ALLOW LA
QUINTA TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR STATE FUNDS FOR PUBLIC WORKS
PROJECTS
City Clerk Maysels presented the staff report, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Councilmember Henderson suggested that a local prevailing wage study be conducted
on which to base wages rather than the prevailing wages published by the Department
of Industrial Relations.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Evans/Franklin to
take up Ordinance No. 521 by title and number only and waiver further reading.
Motion passed: Ayes 4, Noes 1 (Henderson).
City Clerk Maysels read the title of Ordinance No. 521 into the record:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3.30.050 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE PERTAINING TO PREVAILING WAGE REQUIREMENTS
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Evans/Franklin to
introduce Ordinance No. 521 on first reading.
Motion passed: Ayes 4, Noes 1 (Henderson).
STUDY SESSION — None
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
La Quinta's representative for 2014, Councilmember Evans, reported on her
participation in the following organizations meeting:
• CVAG CONSERVATION COMMISSION
• CVAG ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE
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La Quinta's representative for 2014, Councilmember Franklin, reported on her
participation in the following organizations meeting:
• ANIMAL CAMPUS COMMISSION
• CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
La Quinta's representative for 2014, Councilmember Henderson, reported on her
participation in the following organizations meeting:
• CVAG PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
• CVAG TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
La Quinta's representative for 2014, Councilmember Osborne, reported on his
participation in the following organizations meeting:
• EAST VALLEY COALITION REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Department Reports were received and filed. Copies are available in the City Clerk's
Office.
MAYOR'S AND COUNCIL MEMBER'S ITEMS — None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING USE OF FISCAL YEAR 2015/2016
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZE
THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY [RESOLUTION 2014-0631
Housing Coordinator Triplett presented the staff report, which is on file in the City
Clerk's Office.
Mayor Adolph declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 5:49 p.m.
Public Speaker: Jim Ducatte, CEO of the La Quinta Boys & Girls Club — Mr. Ducatte
thanked Council for their past support and believes the Community Development Block
Grant funding program brings services to the boys and girls who need the it the most.
Public Speaker: Allen Worthy, homeless — Mr. Worthy thanked the Council again and
stated that La Quinta is a beautiful City and its low and moderate housing is beautiful.
Mayor Adolph declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 5:53 p.m.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Franklin/Evans to
adopt RESOLUTION 2014-063 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA ADOPTING PROPOSALS, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
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MANAGER TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS FOR COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/2016
Motion passed unanimously.
2. ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT,
INTRODUCE AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT A ZONE CHANGE FROM MAJOR
COMMUNITY FACILITIES TO VILLAGE COMMERCIAL, AND CONFIRM A
DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT SECTION 15061 (13)(3) REVIEW OF
EXEMPTIONS — GENERAL RULE [RESOLUTION 2014-064]
Community Development Director Johnson presented the staff report, which is on file in
the City Clerk's Office.
Mayor Adolph declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 5:57 p.m.
Public Speakers: None
Mayor Adolph declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 5:57 p.m.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Evans/Franklin to
adopt RESOLUTION 2014-064 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, GRANTING APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT 2014-128, APPROVING A CHANGE IN LAND USE
DESIGNATION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 51351 AVENIDA
BERMUDAS
CASE NO.: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 2014-128
APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA
CEQA: SECTION 15061(b)(3) REVIEW FOR EXEMPTIONS — GENERAL RULE
Motion passed unanimously.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Franklin/Evans to
take up Ordinance No. 522 by title and number only and waiver further reading.
Motion passed unanimously.
City Clerk Maysels read the ordinance title into the record:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 2014-146, REZONING
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 51351 AVENIDA BERMUDAS. CASE: ZONE
CHANGE 2014-146, APPLICANT: CITY OF LA QUINTA, CEQA:
SECTION 15061(b)(3) REVIEW FOR EXEMPTIONS — GENERAL RULE
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Evans/Franklin to
introduce Ordinance 522 on first reading.
Motion passed unanimously.
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3. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO INCREASE VEHICLE IMPOUND COST
RECOVERY FEE [RESOLUTION 2014-065]
Mayor Adolph declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN at 6:08 p.m.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: None
Mayor Adolph declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED at 6:08 p.m.
MOTION —A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Henderson/Evans to
adopt RESOLUTION 2014-065 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA INCREASING THE VEHICLE IMPOUND COST
RECOVERY FEE
Motion passed unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by
Councilmembers Evans/Franklin to adjourn at 6:09 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
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SUSAN MAYSELS, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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