2018 06 05 CC MinutesCITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
TUESDAY, JUNE 512018
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at 3:00 p.m. by
Mayor Evans.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Fitzpatrick, Pena, Radi, Sanchez, Mayor Evans
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA - None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
City Manager Spevacek requested the following changes:
• Business Session Item No. 3 - to be heard first under the Business Session
portion of the meeting.
• Business Session Item No. 2 - to be considered without the grant application
from Cal -State University Associates, which would be scheduled for
consideration at a later time.
• Introduce new Building Official James Wiatrak under Announcements,
Presentations, and Written Materials portion of the meeting.
Mayor Evans said she would recuse herself from discussion and vote on Business
Session Item No. 1 due to a perceived conflict of interest stemming from her
employer's interest in the matter.
Mayor Evans said for Public Hearing Item No. 1 Council will take action on the
environmental review first before taking up and introducing the ordinance.
Council concurred.
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 54957.6; CITY DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE: CHRIS ESCOBEDO,
COMMUNITY RESOURCES DIRECTOR; AND EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION: LA
QUINTA CITY EMPLOYEES
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2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON HIGHWAY
111 EAST OF DUNE PALMS (APN 600-020-053)
CITY NEGOTIATOR: FRANK SPEVACEK, CITY MANAGER
NEGOTIATING PARTY: SUNRIDGE HOTEL GROUP
UNDER NEGOTIATION: PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT AND/OR
DISPOSITION OF THE PROPERTY IDENTIFIED
COUNCIL RECESSED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE MEETING AND MOVED
INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 3:03 P.M.
MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AT 4:00 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT
REPORT ON ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION:
City Attorney Ihrke reported:
1) No actions were taken on Closed Session Item No. 1 that require reporting
pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1 (Brown Act).
2) The agreement reviewed under Closed Session Item No. 2 will be considered in
open session as Business Session Item No. 4.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Pena led the audience in the pledge of allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Doug Hassett, La Quinta - asked the audience to join him in wishing
Happy Birthday to Mayor Evans.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Ronald Spears, La Quinta - encouraged the City Council to join the
federal government in the legal actions opposing Senate Bill No. 54 (SB 54, De Leon)
California Values Act.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Dale Tyerman, La Quinta - said he was the Vice President of the non-
profit Trilogy La Quinta Community Services organization which supports the La
Quinta community through grants. Mr. Tyerman expressed his gratitude to Staff and
the Council for their efforts in successfully addressing several issues concerning the
Trilogy residential development. He noted that he will be providing comments at the
next Council meeting, along with other residents, regarding the barren landscaping
along Avenue 60 across from Trilogy.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Evans congratulated City Manager Spevacek on his sixth -year anniversary in
serving the City. She said Mr. Spevacek has been involved with the development of the
City as a consultant since 1988.
City Manager Spevacek introduced the City's new Building Official James Wiatrak who
briefly described his prior experience and thanked Staff and the Council for their
confidence and support.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVE MINUTES DATED MAY 15, 2018
2. APPROVE MINUTES OF SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND SPECIAL JOINT
STUDY SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, PLANNING COMMISION,
AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION DATED MAY 212 2018
3. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTERS DATED MAY 11, 18 AND 25, 2018
4. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORTS DATED MARCH 31,
2018
5. ACCEPT STATE GRANT FUNDING AND APPROVE LOCAL EXPENDITURE PLAN
FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES ACCOUNT FOR
FRONTLINE MUNICIPAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES
6. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE TRAFFIC OPERATIONS ANALYST TO
ATTEND THE JOINT POWERS INSURANCE AUTHORITY PUBLIC WORKS
ACADEMY IN PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA JUNE 19-21, 2018
7. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER AND
MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST TO ATTEND CALIFORNIA JOINT POWERS
INSURANCE AUTHORITY ANNUAL EDUCATIONAL FORUM IN CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, SEPTEMBER 19-21, 2018
8. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR FIVE COUNCILMEMBERS, CITY
MANAGER AND DIRECTORS OF COMMUNITY RESOURCES, FACILITIES, DESIGN
AND DEVELOPMENT, FINANCE AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEND LEAGUE OF
CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
SEPTEMBER 12-14, 2018
9. ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE FINAL PARCEL MAP NO. 37422 LOCATED
ON AVENIDA OBREGON, SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION WITH CALLE CHILLON
[RESOLUTION 2018-0251
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10. APPROVE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO
PROVIDE FIRE PROTECTION, FIRE PREVENTION, RESCUE, FIRE MARSHAL AND
MEDICAL EMERGENCY SERVICES
11. APPROVE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITIES OF INDIO, LA
QUINTA, COACHELLA, AND THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO SHARE THE COST
OF A LADDER TRUCK COMPANY
12. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
OMNI MEANS, LTD - A GHD COMPANY FOR THE VILLAGE COMPLETE STREETS A
ROAD DIET PROJECT (PROJECT NO. 2015-03/151603)
13. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
BENGAL ENGINEERING, INC. FOR THE DUNE PALMS ROAD WIDENING
IMPROVEMENT (PROJECT NO. 2009-04/091004)
14. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
DAHL CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR THE CIVIC CENTER LAKE AND IRRIGATION
CONVERSION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (PROJECT NO. 2016-06)
15. ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A POLICY ESTABLISHING THE
PROCEDURES AND CRITERIA FOR INDIGENT STATUS DETERMINATION
PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 13309 [RESOLUTION NO.
2018-026]
16. ADOPT RESOLUTIONS (A) CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF
A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 20181 AND (B)
REQUESTING THE COUNTY CONSOLIDATE THE NOVEMBER 6, 2018,
MUNICIPAL ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
[RESOLUTION NOS. 2018-027 and 2018-028]
17. ADOPT RESOLUTIONS TO 1) APPROVE PRELIMINARY 2018/2019 ENGINEER'S
ANNUAL LEVY REPORT FOR LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT 89-1, AND 2) DECLARE INTENT TO LEVY ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR
LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1
[RESOLUTION NOS. 2018-029 and 2018-030]
18. APPROVE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MERCHANTS BUILDING
MAINTENANCE LLC. FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR CITY FACILITIES
19. APPROVE JOINT USE OF FACILITY AND SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF COACHELLA VALLEY
20. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH U.S. NATIONAL CORP.
FOR THE CITY HALL EXTERIOR PAINTING PROJECT NO. 2017-18
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MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Radi/Pena to
approve the Consent Calendar as recommended, with the items listed below adopting
the following resolutions:
• Item No. 9 adopting Resolution No. 2018-025
• Item No. 15 adopting Resolution No. 2018-026
• Item No. 16 adopting Resolution Nos. 2018-027 and 2018-028
• Item No. 17 adopting Resolution Nos. 2018-029 and 2018-030
Motion passed unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION
3. moved by City Manager Spevacek to be heard first under Business Session >>>
APPROVE MARKETING STRATEGIES FOR 2018/19
Marketing and Communications Supervisor Graham along with JNS Media Specialists
dba JNS Next representatives: Owner/President Garry Sage, VP of Operations Risseth
Lara, and Digital Strategist Andrew Portener presented the staff report, which is on file
in the Clerk's Office.
Council discussed the increased social media engagement despite the recent
Facebook-Cam bridge Analytica data scandal; possible additional social media target
markets, including tech -centric Silicon Valley, and the high costs associated with
engaging in this type of marketing strategy which is currently being evaluated; brand
guidelines; adding a section of "what not to do" with La Quinta's logo in the brand
guidelines; marketing report analytics and the impact of the Brew in LQ event;
maintaining the use of the La Quinta "Gem of the Desert" logo locally in the valley and
transitioning to the La Quinta "California" logo regionally; the City's TV and newspaper
ads presence in the San Francisco area; the great age -diversity (ages range from 18 to
60) the marketing campaign appeals to, based on the report; advertising strategies,
additional signage, and collaboration with other local and regional agencies; hiking
being the no. 1 "click;" use of augmented reality applications to promote hiking; and
the top Instagram locations in the City.
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Sanchez
to approve 2018/19 marketing strategies as recommended. Motion passed
unanimously.
MAYOR EVANS RECUSED HERSELF AND LEFT THE DAIS DURING THE DISCUSSION
AND VOTE ON BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 1 DUE TO A POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF
INTEREST STEMMING FROM HER EMPLOYER'S INTEREST IN THE MATTER.
MAYOR PRO TEM FITZPATRICK SERVED AS PRESIDING OFFICER IN THE MAYOR'S
ABSENCE.
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1. ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO
DISTRICT/FOUNDATION'S EASTERN
[RESOLUTION NO. 2018-0311
SUPPORT DESERT HEALTHCARE
COACHELLA VALLEY ANNEXATION
Council waived presentation of the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office.
Councilmember Radi said he requested that Staff schedule this item for Council
consideration.
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Radi/ Pena to adopt
Resolution No. 2018-031 as recommended:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA,
SUPPORTING THE DESERT HEALTHCARE DISTRICT/FOUNDATION'S EASTERN
COACHELLA VALLEY ANNEXATION
Motion passed: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1 (Evans).
MAYOR EVANS RETURNED TO THE DAIS AND RESUMED THE DUTY OF PRESIDING
OFFICER FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE MEETING.
2. APPROVE THIRD ROUND COMMUNITY SERVICES GRANTS FOR 2017/18
Community Resources Manager Calderon presented the staff report, which is on file in
the Clerk's Office.
City Attorney Ihrke said at Confirmation of Agenda the Cal -State University Associates
grant application was pulled from tonight's consideration and would be brought back
at a future time.
Council discussed the theft of bikes designed for children and adults with disabilities
from Desert Ability Center, an organization that helps maximize quality of life for
people with disabilities by providing access to resources that increase independence
and promote mobility.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Judy May, Executive Director with Desert Ability Center - said the
organization was able to raise half of what was stolen and expected to be fully
operational by October 2018 for cycling season.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Judy Tobin May, Executive Director with Big Brothers Big Sisters of
the Desert - said the organization's mission is to improve the lives of children by
creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships; and thanked Council for
their consideration of the grant application.
Councilmember Radi said there was Council discussion during the May 1, 2018, fiscal
year 2018/19 preliminary budget study session to have Staff look into presenting
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different grant funding options. Currently Council could grant funds up to $5,000
without any requirements from the organization receiving the grant. Mr. Radi noted
there were benefits of establishing "jumbo grant" options which could allow the City
to donate funds in excess of the current limit, but would require the recipient to raise
matching funds, either dollar -for -dollar or based on a different formula.
Council concurred to discuss possibly establishing "jumbo grant" option in further
detail during the preliminary budget discussion under Study Session Item No. 2.
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Pena/Fitzpatrick to
approve the third round of community services grants for 2017/18 in the amount of
$26,000, as amended without the inclusion of Cal -State University Associates. Motion
passed unanimously.
4. ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT WITH
SUNRIDGE PROPERTIES, INC., FOR PURCHASE OF CITY PROPERTY LOCATED AT
79523-79567 HIGHWAY 111 (APN 600-020-053) [RESOLUTION NO.2018-0321
Business Analyst Villalpando presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Pena/Sanchez to
adopt Resolution No. 2018-032 as recommended:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING A PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT AND ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS
BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA QUINTA AND SUNRIDGE PROPERTIES, INC. FOR CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 79523-79567 HIGHWAY 111 (APN: 600-020-053), LA
QUINTA, CALIFORNIA
Motion passed unanimously.
5. RECEIVE AND FILE FISCAL YEAR 2017/18 THIRD QUARTER BUDGET REPORT
AND APPROVE RECOMMENDED BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
Financial Services Analyst Hallick presented the staff report, which is on file in the
Clerk's Office.
Council discussed that Measure G generated revenue has exceeded expectations and
its primary sale sources.
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Pena/Fitzpatrick to
receive and file 2017/18 Third Quarter Budget Report and approve the recommended
budget adjustments. Motion passed unanimously.
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6. REMAND TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR PUBLIC HEARING THE
PAVILION PALMS PROJECT'S APPLICATIONS FOR LAND USE ENTITLEMENTS
City Attorney Ihrke presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Leila Namvar, La Quinta — spoke in opposition of the Pavilion Palms
project and said that she and the majority of residents are requesting to postpone the
Planning Commission hearing of this item to October 2018 since most residents leave
the community for the summer and do not return until fall.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Ken Hulbert, La Quinta — said he was the President of the Palmilla
Homeowners Association; spoke in opposition of the Pavilion Palms project; and noted
he received approximately 50 emails from Palmilla residents requesting that he ask
Council to postpone the Planning Commission hearing of this item to October 2018.
Council discussed whether or not postponing the Planning Commission hearing of the
project to October 2018 was feasible in light of applicable state and city permitting
provisions.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Greg Bever, Applicant of the Pavilions Palms project — said he was in
support of the project remand to Planning Commission; requested that the project be
kept on tract with its current permitting timeline (scheduled for Planning Commission
consideration on June 26, 2018); and noted that the public testimony provided to
Council at the June 5, 2018, meeting would be presented to the Planning Commission
to be taken into consideration.
The following PUBLIC SPEAKERS submitted Public Speaker Forms with comments in
opposition of the Pavilion Palms commercial project and requesting to postpone the
Planning Commission hearing of the project to October 2018, but did not wish to
speak:
• Steve Cenicola, La Quinta
• Betty Kildow, La Quinta
• Michael T. Kildow, La Quinta
• Marilyn Lang, La Quinta
• Richard Gilman, La Quinta
• Robert Gibe[, La Quinta
• Joan Gibe[, La Quinta
• Christina Cooper, La Quinta
• Robert J. Lang, La Quinta
• David Colman, La Quinta
• Joanne Garibaldi, La Quinta
• Richard Garibaldi, La Quinta
• Robert Edesa, La Quinta
• Ken Hulbert, La Quinta
• Bob Gilbert, La Quinta
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Radi/Sanchez to
remand to the La Quinta Planning Commission, for a new public hearing, without the
participation or vote of Commissioner Wright, the following applications relating to
the Pavilion Palms Project: Amendment to Specific Plan 2017-0002, Tentative Parcel
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Map 2017-0003, Site Development Permit 2017-0009, and Environmental Assessment
2017-0006; Applicant: Lundin Development Company. Motion passed unanimously.
7. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH SPOHN RANCH TO
DESIGN/BUILD AN EXTREME SPORTS FACILITY (PROJECT NO. 151609)
Facilities Director Howlett presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
Council discussed this project was initiated by the community back in 2015 and the
user -group, which has a wide age -span, has been very engaged in the process from
the beginning; and this project was funded by Quimby funds.
President Aaron Spohn and CEO Kirsten Dermer with Spohn Ranch gave a brief
overview of the great opportunities this facility would provide to the community;
commended Staff and Council for their efforts and commitment to make this a
community project; and expressed their enthusiasm to get the project underway.
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Pena/Fitzpatrick to
approve Contract Services Agreement with Spohn Ranch to design/build an extreme
sports facility (Project No. 151609). Motion passed unanimously.
STUDY SESSION
1. RECEIVE AND FILE 2018 ANNUAL REPORT ON POLICE SERVICES BY MATRIX
CONSULTING GROUP
Community Resources Director Escobedo introduced Senior Manager Byron Pipkin with
Matrix Consulting Group who presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
Council discussed the increase in calls for services, and possible mitigating effects
from the imposed fees and fines for repeat false alarm incidents via Ordinance No.
558 adopted on June 6, 2017; inability to accurately evaluate the false alarms impact
on calls for service through the 2017 Matrix Study due to its recent implementation in
October 2017; that Staff has noticed a reduction of repeat false alarm calls; challenges
associated with implementing Assembly Bill 953 - Law Enforcement: racial profiling
(AB 953 Weber) as of July 1, 2018, and estimates of the additional time that would be
required for officers to complete the new forms; examining the officer initiated traffic
stops data as it seems low; not all traffic stops result in citations, and files are only
pulled when citations are issued; capturing the activities of the Community Service
Officers (CSO); CSO's time spent transporting detainees; Patrol Officers (PO) must
provide back-up if CSO's are not available, which could take away from "proactive
time;" each Officer completes a daily patrol log which is examined when payroll is
approved; past focus of the study was on patrol times and gaining a better
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understanding of the contract rate as they represent the majority of service cost; day -
shift work schedule adjustment to 0700 - 1700 (from 0600 - 1600) will be
implemented July 19, 2018; identifying a system to track activities of the School
Resource Officers (SRO); POs have assisted SROs with 374 service calls in 2017 in
various schools within the Desert Sands Unified School District (DSUSD); ability to
capture the number of service calls each SRO has responded to by running a report
based on their ID number; SROs activities in the summer months when schools are
closed; DSUSD carries the responsibility that school grounds are safe and secure; SROs
have the ability to develop a relationship with the students and act as counselors and
mentors; and possibly working with DSUSD administration in developing a plan for
school safety.
Council concurred with keeping the current patrol hours at 135 daily hours; obtaining
further information analysis to track the workload of the four CSOs; and adjusting the
dayshift work schedule to 0700 - 1700.
City Manager Spevacek said this was the last year Mr. Pipkin was assisting the City of
La Quinta in conducting its annual police matrix study as he will be retiring soon.
MAYOR EVANS CALLED FOR A BRIEF RECESS AT 6:38 P.M.
MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE COUNCIL MEETING AT 6:59 P.M. WITH ALL
MEMBERS PRESENT
Mayor Evans requested that Council consider Study Session Item No. 3 ahead of No. 2.
Council concurred.
3. moved up in order by Mayor Evans >>> DISCUSS LA QUINTA ARTS FESTIVAL'S
REQUEST FOR EVENT SPACE
City Manager Spevacek presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office.
Mayor Pro Tem Fitzpatrick noted that once the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD)
completes the scheduled irrigation pipeline improvements along Avenue 52,
Washington Street, and Calle Tampico, the City would have to make improvements to
the Civic Center Campus related to the pump stations, irrigation, and the lake, and this
schedule is unknown at this time. Mrs. Fitzpatrick said the SilverRock Event Site Ad -
hoc Committee met on June 4, 2018, and the project was on schedule to be
completed in time for the 2020 La Quinta Arts Festival; and the site has better
accommodations to offer the La Quinta Arts Foundation (LQAF) for this annual event.
Council discussed that the temporary gravel parking lots in the Village would not be
available in 2020 following the CVWD irrigation pipeline improvements and the City's
Village Make streets improvements project; the Civic Center Park would be available to
the LQAF for the 2020 arts festival, but lake -related modifications would be required
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to use it as a holding pond and provide irrigation; the LQAF has held the arts festival in
four different locations in La Quinta since the event was originated 35 years ago;
challenges for the LQAF staff in figuring out the mechanics and logistics of setting up
for the event at a new location; the benefits to the LQAF and the art festival event in
having almost a custom-made venue which would enhance the experience and
provide growth opportunities; suggesting to the LQAF to implement a contingency
plan; and the City is moving forward with finalizing the design of the SilverRock event
site.
Council directed Staff to provide an answer to the May 14, 2018, letter from the LQAF
requesting a "formal response on whether La Quinta Civic Center Park will be available
to LQAF to hold the 2020 festival" stating that the park would be available, but also
including an aerial map and describing in detail the areas in the Village that will be
under construction at that time.
2. FISCAL YEAR 2018/19 UPDATED PRELIMINARY PROPOSED BUDGET
Financial Services Analyst Hallick and Finance Director Campos presented the staff
report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office.
Council discussed the additional internal staffing requests; possibly combining the
"Design and Print Costs" request for a brochure with the marketing budget; getting
additional information on the external funding requests to better understand the
needs of the organizations and the benefits to the community; incorporating some of
these requests into a "jumbo grant" option; allocating funds into a grant line item;
Sunline would not be eligible to receive a grant because it is a joint powers authority;
establishing an ongoing partnership between the Old Town Artisan Studio and the
City, clearly defining the benefits provided to the local school community, based on
which funding would be determined; and reserves.
Council reached a consensus and gave the following directions to Staff:
• Supportive of the additional internal staffing requests as proposed for the
personnel reclassifications, code enforcement overtime, and design and print
costs for a brochure;
• Not supportive of funding the La Quinta Book, Fourth of July Partnership, and
Sunline requests;
• Budget $110,000 of anticipated grant funding in 2018/19 for the Old Town
Artisan Studio, One Future, and HARC Health Survey pending additional
information;
• Create a new Economic Development fund and place the proceeds from the
land sale for the Residence Inn development in this fund to be used for future
economic development activities in the City; and
• No changes to the Land Acquisition fund and its current balance of $2 million
dollars.
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COUNCILMEMBER RADI LEFT THE MEETING AT 7:43 P.M.
PUBLIC HEARINGS - After 5:00 P.M.
1. INTRODUCE FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 9 BY
ADDING SECTION 9.50.100 AND AMENDING SECTION 9.60.100 OF THE LA
QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO STANDARDS FOR MODIFICATION OF
EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS THAT RESULT IN ADDITIONAL
BEDROOMS AND FIND THE ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT EXEMPT FROM
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) [ORDINANCE NO.5711
Planning Manager Perez presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office.
Council discussed the number of bedrooms allowed in guest homes and that existing
homes would be grandfathered in; and the new requirements would be applicable
only to new construction.
MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 7:50 P.M.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: None
MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 7:50 P.M.
City Attorney Ihrke said the title of the ordinance on page no. 567 of the agenda
packet should be amended as follows:
• Chapter 9.50 should be replaced with Section 9.50.100
• Chapter 9.60 should be replaced with Section 9.60.100
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Pena/Fitzpatrick to
take up Ordinance No. 571 by title and number only and waive further reading.
Motion passed: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1 (Radi).
Acting City Clerk Radeva read the following title of Ordinance No. 571 into the record:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA,
ADDING SECTION 9.50.100 AND AMENDING SECTION 9.60.100 OF TITLE 9 OF THE
LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO STANDARDS FOR MODIFICATION OF
EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS THAT RESULT IN ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS
Motion passed: ayes 4, noes 0, absent 1 (Radi).
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Pena/Fitzpatrick to
introduce at first reading Ordinance No. 571 as recommended. Motion passed: ayes 4,
noes 0, absent 1 (Radi).
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DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
1. DISCUSS SILVERROCK EVENT SITE MODULAR BUILDING
City Manager Spevacek presented the department report, which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
Council concurred with Staffs recommendations to explore purchasing a modular
building designed by Giorgio Borruso Design of Marina Del Reay as part of the
SilverRock Event Space site design and use plan, and directed Staff to schedule this
item for Council consideration at the June 19, 2018, meeting.
2. ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS
City Manager Spevacek provided a verbal update on the undergoing project of
installing electric vehicle charging stations at the parking lots at City Hall, Wellness
Center, and Old Town.
MAYOR'S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
Councilmember Sanchez said today was election day and the people have an
opportunity to exercise their ability to have representation at every level of
government.
Council discussed the formation of the Imperial Irrigation District (IID); its powers and
authority under the California Irrigation District Act and the Irrigation District Law; and
any IID boundary and organizational change would require legislation and would be
subject to Local Agency Formation Commission approval.
Councilmember Sanchez said he will reach out to the offices of California State
Senator Jeff Stone, Assembly Member Chad Mayes, and Assembly Member Eduardo
Garcia, and request information on their position regarding pending legislation that
would require IID to expand its representation to include the east Coachella Valley.
Mayor Evans reported on Council's attendance at the Veterans dedication ceremony
on May 25, 2018, at Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park in La Quinta, hosted by the
Riverside County Board of Supervisors, the Coachella Valley Water District, and
Supervisor Manual Perez.
Mayor Evans reported on her attendance at the Desert Christion Academy 415t
anniversary celebration and John Glen Middle School 8t" grade graduation celebration.
Council directed Staff to contact the Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitors
Bureau and schedule a presentation update at a future meeting.
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REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
La Quinta's representative for 2018, Mayor Evans reported on her participation in the
following organizations meeting:
• CVAG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
• ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUBCOMMITTEE
La Quinta's representative for 2018, Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported on her
participation in the following organization meeting:
• SILVERROCK EVENT SITE AD HOC COMMITTEE
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by
Councilmembers Evans/Pena to adjourn at 8:20 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
V
MONIKA RADEVA, Acting City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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