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2020 12 15 CC MinutesCITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 1 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2020 CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at 3:02 p.m. by Mayor Evans. This meeting provided teleconference accessibility pursuant to Executive Orders N-25-20, N-29-20, N-33-20, N-35-20, and N-60-20 executed by the Governor of California, and the directives under the “Regional Stay At Home Order” from the California Department of Public Health, in response to the state of emergency relating to novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and enabling teleconferencing accommodations by suspending or waiving specified provisions of the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code §54950 et seq.). PRESENT: Councilmembers Fitzpatrick, Peña, Radi, Sanchez, Mayor Evans ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: City Manager McMillen, City Attorney Ihrke, City Clerk Radeva, Deputy City Clerk Romane, Community Resources Director Escobedo, Community Resources Manager Calderon, Assistant to the City Manager Villalpando, Management Specialist Kinley, Finance Director Romero, Design and Development Director Castro, Planning Manager Flores, and Senior Planner Flores. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA – Confirmed CLOSED SESSION 1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION; SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (2) OR (3) OF SUBDIVISION (d) OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9 (NUMBER OF POTENTIAL CASES: 1) 2. THREAT TO PUBLIC SERVICES OR FACILITIES, PURSUANT TO SUBDIVISION (a) OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957. CONSULTATION WITH: ALEXANDER JOHNSTON, SENIOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR; WILLIAM H. IHRKE, CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 CITY ATTORNEY (Review Continued Need and Response to Proclaimed State and Local Emergencies Caused by COVID-19) COUNCIL RECESSED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE MEETING AND MOVED INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 3:04 P.M. MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 4:03 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT REPORT ON ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Ihrke reported no actions were taken in Closed Session that require reporting pursuant to Government Code section 54950 et seq. (Brown Act). PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Radi led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA City Clerk Radeva said a request for telephonic verbal comments was received by Mr. Randy Florence, Chairperson for the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership Board of Directors, however, he was unable to speak as he was still attending the Board meeting and will speak at a future Council meeting. BUSINESS SESSION 1. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO CERTIFY THE OFFICIAL CANVASS OF ELECTION RESULTS FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD NOVEMBER 3, 2020 [RESOLUTION NO. 2020-041] Council waived presentation of the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Councilmembers Radi and Peña congratulated Mayor Evans and Councilmembers Fitzpatrick and Sanchez on being re-elected. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Radi/Peña to adopt Resolution No. 2020-041 as recommended: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON THE THIRD (3rd) DAY OF NOVEMBER 2020, DECLARING THE RESULTS AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 Motion passed unanimously. Mayor Evans and Councilmembers Fitzpatrick and Sanchez thanked the La Quinta constituents for being re-elected and for the opportunity to continue to serve the La Quinta community. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. ADMINISTER OATHS OF OFFICE TO RE-ELECTED MAYOR EVANS, AND COUNCILMEMBERS FITZPATRICK AND SANCHEZ 2. PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES OF ELECTION TO RE-ELECTED MAYOR EVANS, AND COUNCILMEMBERS FITZPATRICK AND SANCHEZ City Clerk Radeva said due to the recent “Regional Stay At Home Order” from the California Department of Public Health, re-elected Mayor Evans and Councilmembers Fitzpatrick and Sanchez were administered the Oaths of Office and were presented with the Certificates of Election individually prior to tonight’s meeting. A short video was played to share with the public the commemorating of these ceremonies and to congratulate Mayor Evans and Councilmembers Fitzpatrick and Sanchez on being re-elected. 3. CITY HALL VIRTUAL ANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Mayor Evans said due to COVID-19 the City was not able to hold its Annual Holiday Open House in-person at City Hall, and Council has prepared a short video to express their gratitude to the community for their continued support, collaboration and participation in the City’s business, and to wish them a Happy Holiday Season. BUSINESS SESSION – CONTINUED 2. SELECT MAYOR PRO TEMPORE TO SERVE FOR ONE YEAR Council waived presentation of the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Sanchez to appoint Councilmember Radi to serve as Mayor Pro Tempore for calendar year 2021. Motion passes unanimously. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 4 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVE SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 9, 2020 2. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTER DATED DECEMBER 4, 2020 3. RECEIVE AND FILE FIRST QUARTER 2020-21 TREASURY REPORTS FOR JULY, AUGUST, AND SEPTEMBER 2020 4. RECEIVE AND FILE FISCAL YEAR 2019/20 ART IN PUBLIC PLACES ANNUAL REPORT 5. RECEIVE AND FILE FISCAL YEAR 2019/20 DEVELOPMENT PROJECT FEE REPORT 6. APPROVE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE, AND ADVERTISE FOR BID THE CITYWIDE MISCELLANEOUS AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. 2020-02 7. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE FISCAL YEAR 2020/21 SALARY SCHEDULE INCREASING THE MINIMUM WAGE RATE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2021 [RESOLUTION NO. 2020-042] 8. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 586 ON SECOND READING AMENDING CHAPTER 3.25 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS 9. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 587 ON SECOND READING AMENDING CHAPTER 12.69 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO GOLF CARTS AND LOW SPEED VEHICLES MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Radi to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended, with Item No. 6 adopting Resolution No. 2020-042, and Item Nos. 8 and 9 adopting Ordinance Nos. 586 and 587, respectively. Motion passed unanimously. BUSINESS SESSION – CONTINUED 3. APPOINT MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO SERVE AS CITY REPRESENTATIVES ON VARIOUS OUTSIDE AGENCIES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2021 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 Council waived presentation of the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council reached a consensus to keep their current appointments with the exception of the rotating responsibilities of the appointed Mayor Pro Tem position. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Peña/Radi to appoint Councilmembers to serve on various outside agencies for calendar year 2021 as detailed in Attachment No. 1, incorporated herewith by this reference. Motion passed unanimously. 4. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH FIND FOOD BANK FOR FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAMS RELATED TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC Community Resources Director Escobedo presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: Debbie Espinosa, President and CEO with Find Food Bank (FIND) – spoke of the services FIND provides to the local community and expanded food delivery services in La Quinta; said FIND has partnered with other agencies to conduct analysis to evaluate the impacts of COVID-19 to the community as well as the economy in order to be able to project and plan appropriately for the food and security support that will be needed to help communities during the recovery period; and volunteer opportunities. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Radi to approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for Contract Services with FIND Food Bank, in the amount of $60,000, for food distribution programs related to the COVID-19 pandemic; and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendmen. Motion passed unanimously. 5. APPROVE MODIFIED COVID-19 SMALL BUSINESS EMERGENCY ECONOMIC RELIEF PROGRAM FOR LA QUINTA BUSINESSES IMPACTED BY COVID-19 Management Specialist Kinley presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. Council discussed the proposed $50,000 maximum cumulative amount of relief funds any one business can receive from grants and reimbursement does not include loans; businesses must provide year-to-date profit/loss CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 statements for 2019 and 2020 up to October 30 as proof of hardship, and related review process by Staff; local businesses will likely need additional support going forward due to the continued threat of COVID-19; importance for the local community to support its local businesses by shopping local; and both Imperial Irrigation District and Coachella Valley Water District are offering payment plan programs to help residents during these difficult times, however, residents must reach out to the utility companies in order to sign up. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Radi/Peña to approve modified COVID-19 Small Business Emergency Economic Relief Program for La Quinta businesses impacted by COVID-19 and the December 3, 2020 “Regional Stay At Home” order from the State of California as follows:  Establish $50,000 as the maximum cumulative amount of relief funds any one business can receive from grants and reimbursements; and  Offer relief in the form of a grant to eligible businesses with a maximum amount of up to $10,000 to be used for eligible expenses related to business operations including, but not limited to lease/mortgage and utilities, inventory, and other standard operational expenses. STUDY SESSION 1. DISCUSS SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTAL (STVR) PROGRAM AD-HOC COMMITTEE (COMMITTEE) RECOMMENDATIONS Design and Development Director Castro presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office; and thanked the STVR Committee Members for their time, efforts, dedication, and service to the La Quinta community. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Gavin Schutz, STVR Committee Chairperson – spoke about the STVR Committee’s membership composition, efforts, participation on sub- committees, and final recommendations report related to the City’s STVR Program, submitted for Council review and consideration, and developed based on the STVR Committee’s research and findings. Mr. Schutz thanked the Council for their support and for the opportunity to serve on the Committee. Council commended Chair Schutz for his leadership and service. Design and Development Director Castro said Staff summarized the STVR Committee’s recommendations into a color-coded “Table of CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 7 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 Recommendations”, included as Attachment 2 to the staff report, and provided a brief overview of each recommendation and its current status. Council noted the report was reviewed in great detail; the recommendations include items that have already been implemented, are in the process of implementation, or will be implemented, such as the recent La Quinta Municipal Code (LQMC) update which will go into effect on January 15, 2021, additional Code Compliance staffing, etc., and further discussion on what supplementary measures might be needed will follow once Staff is able to evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented items in the near future. Mayor Evans noted this is a Study Session item intended to present to Council the complete and final STVR Committee’s recommendations report, and Council will not be making any decisions on the STVR Program tonight. The following PUBLIC SPEAKERS provided verbal comments via TELEPHONIC ACCESSIBILITY, listed in the order in which they spoke:  Juan Flecha, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Ryan Smith, La Quinta – in support of STVRs, and requested the regulations for STVRs be the same as for other residential homes and to allow homeowners associations (HOAs) to establish their own rules;  Vassil (Vasko) Mitzev, San Clemente – in support of STVRs;  Nick Sheth, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Jennifer Singer, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Gene Parker, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  James Schaeffer, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Douglas Lopez – submitted a request to provide verbal comments; however, was not available to speak;  Eve Halwani, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Graham Lucas, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Marichi Kula, Manhattan Beach – in support of STVRs;  Fred Covely with VRON-LQ, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Anna Duitruk with VRON-LQ, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Eddy Estrada with VRON-LQ, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Bruce Hoban with VRON-LQ, La Quinta – in support of STVRs, and provided comments related to the STVR Committee’s recommendations. City Clerk Radeva said VRON-LQ provided a hand-out related to STVRs which was distributed to Council, made publicly available, and incorporated into the agenda packet and public record of this meeting.  Jim Lambert, La Quinta – in opposition to STVRs;  Ric Bloch, La Quinta – in support of STVRs; CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 8 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020  Stephanie Nevels-Yanchar, Seattle – in support of STVRs, and said she is a member of VRON-LQ;  Kevin Miles, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Natali Flores, First Class Cleaning Services, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Karen Parnell, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Linda Gonzalez, no city listed – inquired about the potential changes being contemplated related to the City’s STVR Program. Council reiterated this is a Study Session item and no decisions will be made tonight; and noted currently the PGA West HOA is considering amendments to their STVR rules and regulations, which are entirely separate and not within the purview of the City Council.  Carley McBeath, Anaheim – in support of STVRs;  Carrie Breeswine, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs. City Attorney Ihrke provided a summary of the current California state COVID- 19 related travel restrictions and allowances, and the “Regional Stay At Home” directives. Council discussed the state orders are subject to interpretation. City Manager McMillen provided information regarding the City’s follow-up process related to STVR compliance.  Mark Parnell, La Quinta – in support of STVRs, and provided comments related to the STVR Committee’s recommendations;  Kyle Douvros, La Quinta – in support of STVRs; and  Arlene Gotshalk, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs. WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS were provided by the citizens listed below in alphabetical order, which were distributed to Council, made publicly available, and incorporated into the agenda packet and public record of the meeting:  Ron and Tara Alford, La Quinta – related to STVRs;  Edward Armendarez, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs and requested for an indefinite moratorium on new STVR permits – City Clerk Radeva read Mr. Armendarez’ comments into the record as requested;  Angelina Arriaga, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Marty and Judy Briesach, La Quinta – in support of STVRs and provided comments related to STVR-related fines;  John Browning, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Charles Carroll, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Bruce Cathcart, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Mark Chapman, La Quinta – in support of STVRs; CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 9 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020  Donald Church, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs and requested to keep the current moratorium on new STVR permits;  Marcia Cutchin, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Nicole Fitzenberger, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Natali Flores, First Class Cleaning Services, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Dianne Franco, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Eileen Garcia, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Arlene Gotshalk, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs, and requested to keep the moratorium on new STVR permits;  John Guerrini, La Quinta – in support of STVRs; and provided comments related to the STVR Committee’s recommendations;  Corey Gulbranson, Costa Mesa – in support of STVRs;  Eric and Lisa Hersom, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Linda and Kenneth Hood, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Robert and De Karlen, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Melanie Keating, La Quinta – in support of STVRs, and provided comments related to the STVR Committee’s recommendations;  Julie Kimmel, La Quinta - in support of STVRs, and provided comments related to the STVR Committee’s recommendations;  Gretchen Kneeter, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Brent Lamb, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Yenifer Lopez, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Carol Maldonado, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Rod McGuire, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Kevin Miles, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Larry Moad, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Mandi Moran, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Judith Neid, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Robin Nenninger, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Marde Olson, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Jennifer Porter, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Janice Pratte and Larry Leong, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  Stefanie Segal, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs;  John Seoane, La Quinta – in support of STVRs;  Bob and Cindy Stoddard, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs, and requested to keep the current moratorium on new STVR permits;  Marie Thompson, La Quinta – in opposition of STVRs, and requested to keep the moratorium on new STVR permits;  VRON-LQ, La Quinta – in support of STVRs; and  Rodney Zolt, La Quinta – in support of STVRs. City Clerk Radeva said Staff will continue to monitor requests for written and verbal comments up until this meeting is adjourned. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 10 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 Council thanked the STVR Committee for their time and efforts in preparing the STVR recommendation; commended Staff for facilitating the STVR Committee process; and commended the community for staying involved and taking the time to provide public comment. Council discussed the City’s continuous efforts to implement appropriate rules and regulations to address the community’s concerns related to STVRs and ensure compliance; revised LQMC regulations will take effect on January 15, 2021; STVR restrictions have been very strict during COVID-19, inclusive of a moratorium for new STVR permits and increased citations, fines, permit suspension, etc.; the STVR Committee’s recommendations will be carefully evaluated and further actions will be taken in the future. MAYOR EVANS CALLED FOR A BRIEF RECESS AT 7:25 P.M. MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE COUNCIL MEETING AT 7:44 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT PUBLIC HEARINGS – After 5:00 p.m. 1. CONTINUED FROM OCTOBER 6, 2020: ADOPT RESOLUTIONS TO ADOPT MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 2017-0006, AND APPROVE SPECIFIC PLAN 2017-0002 AMENDMENT NO. 2, TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 2017-0003, AND SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2017-0009 PROPOSING AN APPROXIMATE 125,000 SQUARE- FOOT SHOPPING CENTER WITH DRIVE-THROUGHS AND A 63,000 SQUARE-FOOT SUPERMARKET WITH ASSOCIATED VEHICLE FUEL CENTER; CEQA: THE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT HAS PREPARED A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT; LOCATION: NORTHWEST CORNER OF AVENUE 50 AND JEFFERSON STREET; PROJECT: PAVILION PALMS SHOPPING CENTER Planning Manager Flores presented the staff report which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. AT 7:53 P.M. MAYOR EVANS SAID THE PUBLIC HEARING FROM THE OCTOBER 6, 2020 COUNCIL MEETING REMAINED OPEN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 11 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: Greg Beaver, Applicant with Lundin Development Company – gave a brief summary of the project’s design and architectural revisions, said Mr. Jeff Herbst, the project architect will present the revisions, and thanked Staff for their guidance. PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: Jeff Herbst, Project Director with MCG Architecture – provided an overview of the project’s general design, layout, landscaping, architectural revisions, and proposed height increase for the building located at the iconic corner at Jefferson Street and Avenue 50 corner. Council discussed outside seating area opportunities at the inner plaza of the project; the outside finish of the corner buildings (Buildings 5 and 6), their massive size in comparison to surrounding developments, their roofs are multi-sloped, and height is excessive; ability to continue the project or approve only portions of the project; the corner buildings are massive and not iconic; and general support for the Pavilions grocery store. Mr. Beaver noted a continuance of the project would be acceptable; and noted the Planning Commission’s prior review was specific to the height of the corner buildings, and based on Council’s discussion, it is apparent the review should include the architectural design as well. PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELEPHONIC ACCESSIBILITY: Leila Namvar, La Quinta – expressed concerns with the design of proposed Building 4, parking lot circulation, the corner buildings are not iconic, drive-through design and stacking capacity; expressed her opposition to the proposed gas station; and recommended the project be remanded to the Planning Commission for review of the contemplated design revisions. PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELEPHONIC ACCESSIBILITY: Gerald Cantarini, La Quinta – submitted a request to provide verbal comments, however, was not available to speak. PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: Herb Lundin, Developer – said the proposed corridor between Buildings 5 and 6 does not need to be in the center, it can be an access corridor off to the side. WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS were provided by the citizens listed below in alphabetical order, which were distributed to Council, made publicly available, and incorporated into the agenda packet and public record of the meeting:  Loretta Currie, La Quinta – in opposition of the project’s proposed architectural design; and CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 12 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020  Steve Nieto, La Quinta – in opposition of the project’s proposed architectural design. Council discussed the importance of the corner to be iconic, to incorporate a pedestrian-friendly access into the interior of the shopping center, and to allow for outside sitting area that can be utilized by restaurants. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Sanchez to continue this item to the March 2, 2021, regular Council meeting to allow the applicant to modify the design of the corner buildings (Buildings 5 and 6) at Avenue 50 and Jefferson Street, and to remand the revised design to be reviewed by the Planning Commission before it is brought back for Council consideration. Motion passed unanimously. 2. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2020-0006 (SDP 2013-924, AMENDMENT 1) TO AMEND SIGNATURE AT PGA WEST SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PLANS; CEQA: PROJECT IS CONSISTENT WITH PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED SUBSEQUENT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT COMPLETED FOR EDEN ROCK AT PGA WEST SPECIFIC PLAN LOCATION: WITHIN THE PGA WEST SPECIFIC PLAN AREA Senior Planner Flores presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 9:21 P.M. PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: Todd Cunningham, President with Woodbridge Pacific (WP) – provided a brief overview of the reasons for the proposed single-family residential plans design changes. Council discussed the Signature at PGA West residential development is within a tourist-commercial zoning and the CC&R’s allow for STVR rentals. MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 9:27 P.M. MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING RE-OPENED AT 9:28 P.M. PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: Domenico Provenzano, Membership Sales Manager for PGA West – said the PGA West community is excited to see this project off the ground. MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 9:30 P.M. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 13 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Radi to adopt Resolution No. 2020-043 to approve Site Development Permit 2020-0006 (SDP 2013-924, Amendment 1) approving a new architectural single-family residential plan set for Signature at PGA West within the Eden Rock at PGA West Specific Plan Area; and find the project consistent with previously certified Subsequent Environmental Impact Report: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AMENDMENT FOR NEW RESIDENTIAL PLANS FOR SIGNATURE AT PGA WEST AND FINDING THE PROJECT CONSISTENT WITH SUBSEQUENT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT CERTIFIED FOR EDEN ROCK AT PGA WEST; CASE NUMBERS: SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2020-0006 (SDP 2013-924, AMENDMENT 1); APPLICANT: WOODBRIDGE PACIFIC Motion passed unanimously. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS All reports are on file in the City Clerk’s Office. MAYOR’S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ITEMS Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported on her attendance and great turn out at the ‘shop-with-a-cop’ event held on Saturday 5, 2020 at La Quinta Walmart. Councilmember Fitzpatrick said Annual Christmas Tree Lighting event held on December 4, 2020 at the Civic Center Campus had a great turn out. REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS La Quinta’s representative for 2020, Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported on her participation in the following organization’s meeting:  RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RCTC) La Quinta’s representative for 2020, Councilmember Peña reported on his participation in the following organization’s meeting:  IID ENERGY CONSUMERS’ ADVISORY COMMITTEE La Quinta’s representative for 2020, Councilmember Radi reported on his participation in the following organization’s meeting:  SUNLINE TRANSIT AGENCY Mayor Evans noted that the regularly scheduled Council meeting of January 5, 2021 has been cancelled, and Council will reconvene on January 19, 2021, and wished everyone happy holidays. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 14 of 14 DECEMBER 15, 2020 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Radi/Fitzpatrick to adjourn at 9:36 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California 2021 Assignments APPOINTED DECEMBER 15, 2020 * Note: receives stipendAGENCY MEETING SCHEDULE 2021 REPRESENTATIVES Animal Campus Commission 1st Thursday, quarterly at 9:30 am (2021: Feb 4, May 6, Aug 5, Nov 4) Member: Councilmember Sanchez Alternate: Councilmember Fitzpatrick California Joint Powers Insurance Authority* Annual meeting in July Member: Councilmember Radi Alternate: Chris Escobedo Greater CV Chamber of Commerce Information Exchange Committee Councilmembers rotate – 2nd Thursday every other month at 8:30 am 1st quarter – Councilmember Fitzpatrick 2nd quarter – Councilmember Sanchez 3rd quarter – Councilmember Peña 4th quarter – Councilmember Radi CVAG General Assembly Annual banquet – last Monday in June in Chair’s city (June 28, 2021 at 6 pm) Delegate: Mayor Evans Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Radi Members: All Councilmembers CVAG Conservation Commission* 2nd Thursday of each month at 11 am (dark March, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Councilmember Fitzpatrick CVAG Energy & Environmental Resources Committee*2nd Thursday of each month at 12 pm (dark March, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Councilmember Fitzpatrick CVAG Executive Committee* Last Monday of each month at 4:30 pm (dark March, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Radi (rotating) CVAG Public Safety Committee* 2nd Monday of each month at 9 am (2021: dark Mar, Apr, Jul, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: Councilmember Peña Alternate: Councilmember Sanchez CVAG Transportation Committee* 1st Monday of each month at 10 am (dark March, July, Aug, Oct, Dec) Member: Mayor Pro Tem Radi Alternate: Councilmember Fitzpatrick CVAG Homelessness Committee* 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10 am (2021); dark Mar, July, Aug, Oct, & Dec) Member: Councilmember Peña Alternate: Councilmember Fitzpatrick Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy (CVMC)* 2nd Monday, every other month at 3 pm (2021: Jan 11, Mar 8, May 10, Jul 12, Sept 13, Nov 8) Member: Councilmember Fitzpatrick Alternate: Councilmember Peña Coachella Valley Unified School District 2x2 Committee [established 11/03/2015] TBD Members: Councilmembers Fitzpatrick & John Peña Community Service Grant Review Committee Three per year: January, May & September January Members: Peña / Fitzpatrick May Members: Radi / Sanchez September Members: Mayor Evans / Peña ATTACHMENT 1 2021 Assignments APPOINTED DECEMBER 15, 2020 * Note: receives stipendCoachella Valley Water District Joint Policy CommitteeAs needed – TBD Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Radi (rotating) Desert Sands Unified School District 2x2 Committee [established June 2013] TBD (2-3 times a year) Members: Councilmembers Sanchez & Radi Desert Recreation District 2x2 Committee [established Jan. 2017] TBD Members: Councilmembers Fitzpatrick & Radi Economic Development Subcommittee [established May 20, 2014] Meet twice a month; every 2nd Wednesday at 9 a.m. and 4th Wednesday at 4 p.m. Members: Mayor Evans & Mayor Pro Tem Radi (rotating) Alternate Member: Councilmember Sanchez Greater Palm Springs Convention & Visitors Bureau* Fridays at 8:30 am at rotating locations (2021: Jan 29, Mar 26, May 21, June 25, Sept 24, Nov 19; dark in Feb, April, July, Aug, Oct, & Dec) Members: Mayor Evans Alternate Member: Mayor Pro Tem Radi IID Energy Consumers’ Advisory Committee (ECAC) 1st Monday of every month at 6 pm Member: Councilmember PeñaMember: Lee Osborne Alternate: none (IID does not recognize alternates) League of California Cities - Delegate for annual conference Annual conference(s) & General Assembly To be determined Member: Mayor Evans Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Radi (rotating) League of California Cities -Transportation, Communication and Public Works Policy Committee Three meetings per year (2021: Jan XX, April XX, & June XX) Member: Councilmember Sanchez League of California Cities - Public Safety Committee Three meetings per year(2021: Jan XX, April XX, & June XX) Member: Councilmember Peña Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC)*[one rep appointed by every city]2nd Wednesday of each month at 9:30 am Member: Councilmember Fitzpatrick Alternate Member: Mayor Pro Tem Radi Riverside Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) 4th Thursday of each month (dark Nov 2021) Member: Councilmember Sanchez So. Calif. Association of Governments (SGAC) Annual Regional Conference & General Assembly 2021: May - TBD Delegate: Mayor Evans Alternate Member: Fitzpatrick Sunline Transit Agency* 4th Wednesday of each month at 12 noon (dark Aug & Nov 2021) Member: Mayor Pro Tem Radi Alternate: Councilmember Peña ATTACHMENT 1