CC Resolution 2020-006 CBA Term Limits Reso Waiver RESOLUTION NO. 2020 – 006
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, WAIVING THE TERM
LIMIT RESTRICTIONS FOR MEMBERS SERVING ON
THE CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF APPEALS
PURSUANT TO SECTION 2.06.030 OF THE LA
QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2.06.030 of the La Quinta Municipal Code
(Code) members appointed to serve on City boards and commissions can serve
for a maximum of two consecutive three-year terms, or a total of six consecutive
years, on a particular board or commission, and shall rotate out of that board or
commission and shall not be considered for reappointment; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2.06.030 of the Code, an exception to the
restriction on sequential reappointment to a board or commission after having
served for six consecutive years shall be granted for positions requiring specific
expertise, characteristics, or professional certifications as set by the City Council;
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2.40.050 of the Code, the Construction
Board of Appeals (CBA) is tasked with conducting hearings to afford appellants
an opportunity to present evidence on their behalf in an effort to reverse or
amend an administrative decision of a City Official related to any matter within
the purview of Title 8 – Buildings and Construction of the Code; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Sections 2.40.030 and 2.40.040 of the Code, the
CBA is comprised of five members who must qualify for the following professional
positions based on their experience and qualifications:
One general contractor;
Two registered professional engineers or architects;
One specialty contractor;
One member of the public who is not one of the foregoing; and
WHEREAS, the CBA responsibility is unique in nature, and hearings are
held only if an appeal is filed; since 1996, the CBA has held only four hearings;
and
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2020, the City Council discussed the specific
qualification requirements of the CBA membership, and expressed general
support to exempt any member serving on the CBA from term restrictions
imposed by the Code.