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2019 05 21 CC MinutesCITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 1 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2019 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, Peña, Radi, Sanchez, Mayor Evans ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – None CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA – Confirmed CLOSED SESSION 1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957, COUNCIL APPOINTED POSITION – CITY MANAGER 2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6; CITY DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES: DAVE MORGAN, SENIOR CONSULTANT, RALPH ANDERSEN & ASSOCIATES, AND BILL IHRKE, CITY ATTORNEY; UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEE POSITION: CITY MANAGER 3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6; CITY DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE: CHRIS ESCOBEDO, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY RESOURCES; AND EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION: LA QUINTA CITY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION 4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTIES LISTED BELOW; CITY NEGOTIATOR: FRANK J. SPEVACEK, CITY MANAGER NEGOTIATING PARTIES: OWNERS LISTED BELOW UNDER CONSIDERATION: PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT  46400 DUNE PALMS ROAD; APN 600-030-010 (PORTION) – CHIN FAMILY PROPERTIES LP – OWNER CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2 of 14 MAY 21, 2019  46400 DUNE PALMS ROAD; APN 600-030-010 (SPACE 1 MOBILE HOME COACH) – IVETTE ONTIVEROS – OWNER  46400 DUNE PALMS ROAD APN 600-030-010 (SPACE 31 MOBILE HOME COACH) – HILDA BEDOLLA – OWNER  APN 600-030-018 (PORTION) – DWCG1, LLC – OWNER  79440 CORPORATE CENTER DRIVE; APN 600-390-033 (PORTION) – JAMES R. PAUL AND SHARON L. PAUL, TRUSTEES – OWNER COUNCIL RECESSED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE MEETING AND MOVED INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 3:01 P.M. MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 4:04 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT REPORT ON ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Ihrke reported the following actions taken in Closed Session pursuant to the Brown Act: Closed Session Item No. 1 – pursuant to Government Code Sections 54957 and 54957.1(a)(5) the City Council voted unanimously to appoint Jon McMillen as the next City Manager effective July 1, 2019. Closed Session Item No. 2  Pursuant to Government Code Sections 54957.6 and 54957.1(a)(6) the City Council unanimously approved the terms and conditions of an employment agreement for the City Manager position;  Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(c)(3) a summary of the terms of the agreement are as follows:  Parties – the City of La Quinta (City) and Jon McMillen as City Manager;  Term – three (3) years; from July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2022;  Compensation – annual base salary is set at $210,000 with eligibility for an increase to $215,000 after six (6) months based on job performance metrics;  Job responsibilities – as defined in Section 2.08.060 of the La Quinta Municipal Code, and all permissible activities as allowed by federal, state, and local law;  The final agreement will be scheduled for Council consideration at a regular meeting;  The City Council unanimously authorized to extend the employment agreement between the City and current City Manager Frank J. Spevacek to June 30, 2019; the agreement is set to expire on June 3, CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 2019; the amendment memorializing the term extension will be presented for Council consideration at the June 4, 2019 regular meeting.  The City Council unanimously authorized the City’s Negotiators to terminate contract services agreements between the City and Tall Man Group effective upon a mutually agreed termination date that must be prior to June 30, 2019. Closed Session Item No. 3 – no actions were taken that require reporting pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.1, and Council will continue consideration of this item after the open session of the meeting. Closed Session Item No. 4  Pursuant to Government Code Section 7267.2 the City Council voted unanimously to approve the amounts it believes to be just compensation for the properties, or portions thereof, listed in the Agenda for this item; and authorized the City’s Negotiators to make offers to the owners, also identified in the Agenda for those properties, or portions thereof;  The City Council also authorized the City Negotiators to execute contracts of acquisition for these properties in the event the offers are accepted by the owners;  If and when any contract for a negotiated acquisition is executed, it would be a public record and available for public inspection pursuant to state law. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Fitzpatrick led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA PUBLIC SPEAKER: Brad Anderson, Rancho Mirage – said the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District should better manage and treat insects to prevent spreading; and better inform the public on its preventative measures. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. PRESENTATION OF LOCAL HISTORY AWARD TO THE LA QUINTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY BY THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN-SPACE DISTRICT AND A PROCLAMATION FROM COUNTY SUPERVISOR PEREZ’S OFFICE Riverside County Historical Commission Vice Chair Kim Jarrell Johnson and Commissioner Maureen Boren, representing District IV – Supervisor Perez, CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 4 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 presented the 2019 Group Achievement in Historic Preservation – Local History Award and a Proclamation from County Supervisor Perez’s Office to the City and the La Quinta Historical Society for their project to place historic markers and plaques with information on local historic sites, create a brochure, and organize walking and driving tours of the sites, designed to engage the public in La Quinta’s history. The award was accepted by La Quinta Historical Society President Linda Williams, and Board Members – Caryl Cummings, Jeff Smith, Val Smith, Nancy Salvatierra, and Jim Blanton. Ms. Williams, on behalf of the La Quinta Historical Society thanked the Riverside County Historical Commission for the recognition; commended Council and Staff for their continuous partnership and support; thanked Sherry Parkos-Martinez for the nomination; and noted this award was being accepted in memory and honor of former Board Member Louise Neely, who recently passed away. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVE MINUTES DATED MAY 7, 2019 2. APPROVE SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES DATED MAY 10, 2019 3. EXCUSE ABSENCE FOR COMMISSIONER MILLS FROM THE MAY 15, 2019 FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING 4. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 580 ON SECOND READING AMENDING SECTION 9.60.340 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO CLARIFY LANGUAGE REGARDING FLAGPOLES 5. RECEIVE AND FILE THIRD QUARTER 2018/19 TREASURY REPORTS FOR JANUARY, FEBRUARY, AND MARCH 2019 6. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED MARCH 31, 2019 7. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTERS DATED APRIL 26 AND MAY 3, 2019 8. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH COMPLETE PAPERLESS SOLUTIONS TO PURCHASE FIVE LASERFICHE FULL USER LICENSES CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 9. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO GOLF COURSE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH LANDMARK GOLF MANAGEMENT, LLC FOR SILVERROCK GOLF COURSE MANAGEMENT SERVICES 10. AWARD CONTRACT TO CREATIVE LIGHTING, INC FOR CITYWIDE LIGHTING MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1 (PROJECT NO 2018-31) 11. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SPOHN RANCH, INC FOR X-PARK DESIGN/BUILD SERVICES (PROJECT 2015-09) MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Radi/Sanchez to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended, with Item No. 4 adopting Ordinance No. 580. Motion passed unanimously. BUSINESS SESSION 1. APPROVE SILVERROCK RESORT 2019/20 ANNUAL PLAN Facilities Director Howlett presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed the SilverRock Golf Course marketing brand efforts and collaboration with Staff, the Montage and Pendry hotels. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Randy Duncan, SilverRock Golf Course General Manager – answered Council’s inquiries about marketing; decline of food and beverage sales due to weather and site construction; summer foot-golf program; reduction in golf rounds played due to the temporary closure of the back nine holes during the summer; mitigation measures that can be implemented should there be a substantial reduction in play due to the hotels construction; proactively inform patrons of the upcoming construction through on-site signage and advertisements; tournament play; partnering with the Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB); golf trends; resident golf play averages 30%; and continuing to use JNS Next for digital marketing. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Radi/Fitzpatrick to approve the SilverRock Resort 2019/20 Annual Plan as recommended. Motion passed unanimously. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 2. APPROVE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH GILLIS AND PANICHAPAN ARCHITECTS, INC (GPA) FOR PHASE I CORPORATE YARD SPACE PLANNING AND DESIGN SERVICES (PROJECT NO 2018-05) Facilities Director Howlett presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed GPA is the only proposal received to the City’s request for proposals because there are a lot of public projects currently underway in the Coachella Valley; the proposal is very detailed, and it shows the high quality of work and extensive experience GPA has; improvements shall include a self- contained washing station and amenities at the adjacent Fritz Burns Park; and the objective is not only to improve the corporate yard building, but to create a campus for the entire site. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Sanchez to approve Contract Services Agreement with Gillis & Panichapan Architects, Inc., in the amount of $58,200, for Phase I Corporate Yard Space Planning and Design services; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement. Motion passed unanimously. 3. AWARD CONTRACT TO PWLC II, INC FOR CITYWIDE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1 (PROJECT NO. 2018-30) Facilities Maintenance Manager Lindsey and Management Assistant Hansen presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed the tree and landscaping maintenance services will be performed by the contractor, and will not be subcontracted; the importance of monitoring the contractor’s performance by holding regular weekly meetings between Staff and the contractor to ensure timeline and quality of performance as outlined in the work schedule is being followed, and the use of tablets allowing Staff to complete maintenance reports in the field; emphasis on Staffs’ ability to successfully maintain the landscaping the City continuously invests funds to improve; the contract specifications include effective tools enabling Staff to actively monitor the contractor’s performance; going forward, the need to proactively and clearly define when the transition from constructing landscape improvements into maintenance occurs; keep Council appraised of landscaping maintenance progress through the Facilities Department monthly report using the before and after images; and the bidding process change from low bid to request for qualifications to ensure the contractor provides high quality services that meet the La Quinta standard. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 7 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Peña/Radi to award a contract to PWLC II, Inc. in the amount of $687,059 for Citywide Landscape Maintenance Services for the Landscape and Lighting Assessment District 89-1; and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract. Motion passed unanimously. 4. AWARD CONTRACT TO VINTAGE ASSOCIATES, INC FOR PARK LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES (PROJECT NO. 2018-32) Parks Superintendent Ambriz presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed the Fred Wolff Bear Creek Natural Preserve trail is included in the parks maintenance; Staff is responsible for monitoring and cleaning the evacuation pipes and storm drains under the City’s storm water management program; the contract services include parks and retention basins maintenance and mowing only; contractor should proactively communicate observed storm drain obstructions in the field to Staff; Staff will work with the contractor to ensure dead grass is properly treated with aeration, fertilizer, and irrigation; importance of Staff monitoring the contractor’s performance and adherence to the established weekly work schedules; the Civic Center Campus lake is maintained by a separate contract with Water Solution Technologies; Staff will coordinate draining and cleaning the lake following completion of CVWD’s switch to canal water project; keep Council appraised of landscape maintenance progress through the Facilities Department monthly report using the before and after images, as well as a percentage ratio clearly depicting the contractor’s compliance with the contract to ensure accountability and quality performance; and commended Staff for the high level of detail included in the specifications to clearly communicate La Quinta’s service expectations. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Radi/Sanchez to award a contract to Vintage Associates, Inc. in the mount of $658,260 for Park Landscape Maintenance Services; and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract. Motion passed unanimously. 5. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AN ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF AND UNCLAIMED PROPERTY POLICY Finance Director Romero presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 8 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 Council discussed the City’s ability to issue refunds electronically; and petty cash limits and regulations pursuant to the City’s Purchasing Policy. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Radi to adopt Resolution No. 2019-014 approving an Accounts Receivable Write-Off and Unclaimed Property Policy as recommended: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA ADOPTING AN ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF AND UNCLAIMED PROPERTY POLICY Motion passed unanimously. STUDY SESSION 1. DISCUSS 2019 INDIAN WELLS LA QUINTA IRONMAN 70.3 UPDATE Community Resources Director Escobedo and Management Analyst Torres presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed commissioning a drone areal video of the route to show the cross over areas and emphasize bicycle safety; creative ways to inform residents of the event and route; reaching out to Homeowners Associations (HOA) to send out information to residents via internal TV channels, social media, etc.; exploring opportunities to post flyers inside gated communities, and using a large-size post card for the mailers; the proposed 26 traffic control plans currently under review; importance to collaborate and ensure the same level of preparation and awareness resonates throughout all jurisdictions and participating agencies for this event, including Riverside County Sheriff’s Department; Staff has partnered up with other agencies and the CVB to simultaneously disseminate any marketing materials, route maps, and other communications not only to La Quinta businesses and residents, but throughout the valley; Staff is coordinating with Riverside County Animal Control to ensure riders are safe; exploring TV video advertisement opportunities, outlining the route with pole banners two months prior to the event, incorporating street art and/or more prominent banners along the route; effectively communicating to residents the available paths of travel going east and west in the valley; promoting the City’s event informational website; Ironman’s survey results; and work closely with local businesses and churches to spread the word. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Alex Nappier, Community Liaison and Volunteer Director for Indian Wells La Quinta Ironman 70.3 – spoke about the volunteer recruitment efforts currently underway; and ongoing communications with CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 9 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 local businesses to create partnerships, increase awareness, mitigate impacts, and provide recognition. COUNCIL RECESSED FOR A QUICK BREAK AT 5:52 P.M. MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 6:02 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT 2. 2019 ANNUAL POLICE SERVICES STUDY BY MATRIX CONSULTING GROUP Community Resources Director Escobedo, Public Safety Manager Mendez, and Senior Manager Byron Pipkin with Matrix Consulting Group presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed the number of calls related to short-term vacation rentals (STVR) received by law enforcement compared to the STVR hotline; and timeline for implementing the Racial and Identity Profiling Act (AB 953) dependent on the agency size. Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Lieutenant Tapp, La Quinta – recommended that Council consider adding one School Resource Officer (SRO) position, and spoke of the SRO’s essential duties and the overall benefit to the community, including community-oriented policing, student mentorship, youth counseling, etc. Council discussed the number and nature of calls SROs usually respond to; and the volume of calls handled by SROs related to La Quinta High School over the last year, and how it compared to time spent responding to calls from neighboring jurisdictions. Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Captain Reynolds, La Quinta – said efficiency measures were implemented over the last year to allow for the accurate tracking of Community Service Officers (CSO) tasks and time. Council discussed the proposed budget for police services showed an overall estimated increase of 8%; actual increase for fiscal year 2019/20 was reported at 5%; Desert Sands Unified School District (DSUSD) has expressed consent to cover 50% of the cost should Council approve adding one SRO for fiscal year 2019/20; the responsibilities of an additional SRO; potential implications of reducing the daily patrol hours to 130 from 135 as recommended by the Matrix study; benefits of officer’s proactive time which helps maintain low crime levels in the community; removing a Special Enforcement Officer (SET) position, which has been vacant since 2017 and has not been budgeted; CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 10 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 importance to maintain the existing level of safety and control for the community; the legislative intent of Assembly Bill 392 Peace officer: deadly force, and potential implications for law enforcement personnel in the field; officers’ switch to 12-hour shifts effective May 23; schools’ safety measures; and spikes in juvenile mental illness. Council reached a consensus and directed Staff to:  Keep daily patrol hours at 135;  Eliminate the SET vacant/unfunded position;  Add one SRO to be funded 50% by the City and 50% by DSUSD;  Continue to hold 2x2 meetings with DSUSD and Coachella Valley Unified School District;  Explore implementing classes on domestic violence, harassment, shop lifting, etc. 3. DISCUSS PROPOSED PERSONNEL POLICY AND IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES Human Resources Manager Scott presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed definition of “small personal acquaintance” under Section 2.2 Conflict of Interest; authorizations required for additional employment outside of the City; notification requirements under Section 2.5.2 Policy Dissemination; smoking definition as stated under Section 2.6 Smoking Policy; dress policy; City Manager’s authority related to employee reclassifications and financial triggers under Section 3.3 Appointment to New Positions, and proposed amended language by the City Attorney to read as amended bellow in blue: 3.3 APPOINTMENT TO NEW POSITIONS When a new position is created, no person shall be appointed or employed to fill the position prior to the position’s assignment to a Classification within the City’s Classificiation Plan, unless otherwise provided by these Policies. The City Manger or designee shall amend existing titles and duties in the Classification Plan, as directed by the City Council. City Council approval shall be required to establish and assign a new classification to the Classification Plan, and when there is a rating change of an established classification. This section does not allow and shall not be construed as allowing the City Manager or designee to approve reclassifications without City Council approval. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 11 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 Council discussion further followed regarding Sections 4.3 Emergency Appointments and 4.4 Interim Appointments, authorizing the City Manger to create positions during an emergency condition and approve interim appointments; position reclassifications resulting in financial impact to the City shall require Council approval; administrative leave benefits to exempt positions as listed in Section 8.5 Administrative Leave and looking into a cost- benefit analysis. Council reached a consensus and directed Staff to continue with the meet and confer with the La Quinta City Employee Association, and to continue to provide comments to Staff prior to the June 18, 2019 meeting. 4. DISCUSS 2019/20 MARKETING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES Marketing Manager Graham, Marketing Management Specialist Camarena, and Assistant to the City Manager Villalpando presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed differentiating promotional efforts for hospitality properties based on size; revamping the City’s weekly Items of Interest (IOIs) to include additional information such as street closures, street improvements, etc. that caters more to what might affect local businesses, changing the name and format, include a table of content, and create a proto-type for Council to consider; promoting La Quinta businesses as a whole to create leads, repurposing opportunities, and alternative design and architectural ideas; discover and rediscover La Quinta campaign; promotional services to be provided by JNS Next; promoting group sales and conventions specific to La Quinta to enhance CVB’s promotion of the valley as a whole and the efforts of the individual hotel properties; creating more opportunities to collaborate with the CVB; the additional funding request for fiscal year 2020/21 is to create marketing opportunities to reach a different demographic and marketing co- op with Montage and Pendry hotels to promote the La Quinta properties specifically; scope of printed publications; creating a more specific financial and deployment strategies plan for the additional funding requests; tracking return on investment on digital versus printed publications; evaluating current contract services and identifying needs to reallocate funding to better meet the City’s needs; assessing the success of Taste of La Quinta and other marketing campaigns produced by contract services and whether or not they benefit the La Quinta brand. Council reached a consensus and directed Staff to outline a more detailed financial plan and deployment strategies for the requested additional $100,000 funding; and attempt to estimate the return on investment on the CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 12 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 requested additional $250,000 funding for fiscal year 2020/21 prior to bringing the request back at mid-year and include a business plan, metrics, timeline, expectations, and anticipated results. 5. DISCUSS FISCAL YEAR 2019/20 PRELIMINARY PROPOSED BUDGET Finance Director Romero presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed preparing an inventory of the City’s Art in Public Places (APP) and an assessment of anticipated annual maintenance costs; maintenance responsibility of APP can be either on the City or the property owner depending on the terms of the agreement. Council consented with the proposed preliminary budget. PUBLIC HEARINGS – None DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS All reports are on file in the City Clerk’s Office. 1. CITY MANAGER – SEASONS PARK UPDATE City Manager Spevacek said Staff has been in communications with Mr. Velasquez based on the public comments provided during the May 7, 2019 Council meeting regarding the lack of proper maintenance of Seasons Park landscaping; Staff is also working with the HOA and the City’s landscape contractor Conserve LandCare to resolve the maintenance issues. 2. CITY MANAGER – AVENUE 60 STREET IMPROVEMENTS City Manager Spevacek said the first phase of Avenue 60 street improvements along the Andalusia residential development, comprised of one additional lane, bike lane, curb, gutter, and street signage and striping are completed; and the second phase of improvements will include the perimeter landscaping and sidewalk along Avenue 60 as well as the adjoining parks area. MAYOR’S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ITEMS Councilmember Radi reported on his attendance at the 2019 Expo by the Federal Transit Administration held on May 21, 2019, in Palm Springs. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 13 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 Councilmember Fitzpatrick noted Louise Neely’s funeral was held this morning; Ms. Neely actively participated in the community; served on the La Quinta Historical Society Board; and took part in the operations and maintenance of La Quinta’s Point Happy Ranch. REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS La Quinta’s representative for 2019, Mayor Evans reported on her participation in the following organizations’ meetings:  CVAG COACHELLA VALLEY CONSERVATION COMMISSION  CVAG ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE  GREATER PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU  ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUBCOMMITTEE La Quinta’s representative for 2019, Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported on her participation in the following organizations’ meetings:  COACHELLA VALLEY MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY  CVAG VALLEY-WIDE HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE (covered for Peña)  RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RCTC) La Quinta’s representative for 2019, Councilmember Peña reported on his participation in the following organization’s meeting:  EAST VALLEY COALITION La Quinta’s representative for 2019, Councilmember Radi reported on his participation in the following organization’s meeting:  CVAG TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE La Quinta’s representative for 2019, Councilmember Sanchez reported on his participation in the following organizations’ meetings:  CVAG PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE  ANIMAL CAMPUS COMMISSION (Sanchez)  LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES – RIVERSIDE COUNTY DIVISION GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING (May 13, 2019 in Palm Desert) COUNCIL RECESSED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE MEETING AND MOVED INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 8:47 P.M. MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 10:20 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 14 of 14 MAY 21, 2019 REPORT ON ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION: Closed Session Item No. 3 City Attorney Ihrke reported no actions were taken that require reporting pursuant Government Code Section 54957.1 (Brown Act). ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Radi to adjourn at 10:21 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California