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CALL TO ORDER
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2024
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at 3:30 p.m. by Mayor
Evans.
PRESENT: Councilmembers Fitzpatrick, McGarrey, Pena, Sanchez, and Mayor Evans
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA — None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Pena said he will recuse himself from discussion and vote on Consent
Calendar Item No. 7 due to a potential conflict of interest stemming from the proximity of
real property to the project location and requested that it be pulled for a separate vote.
Councilmember Fitzpatrick asked to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 3 for a separate vote.
Mayor Evans said she will comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 10.
Council concurred.
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION;
INITIATION OF LITIGATION PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (4) OF
SUBDIVISION (d) OF SECTION 54956.9 (NUMBER OF POTENTIAL CASES: 1)
COUNCIL RECESSED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE MEETING AND
MOVED INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 3:32 P.M.
MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE
COUNCIL MEETING AT 4:06 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT
REPORT ON ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION:
Mayor Evans reported Council will reconvene Closed Session to continue consideration
of Closed Session Item No. 1 after the Open Session portion of the meeting.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Sanchez led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Daryl Terrell, Moreno Valley — explained the problem with theft of
catalytic converters in the area, and the ineffectiveness of State law to prosecute
offenders; and asked Council to adopt an unlawful possession ordinance that would allow
prosecution of anyone unlawfully in possession of one converter, as opposed to State law
which does not prosecute unless a person is found in unlawful possession of nine or more
converters.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Ken Seumalo, Public Works Director with the City of Indian Wells —
thanked the Council and City staff for the collaboration and assistance in managing the
recent 2024 BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament at the Indian Wells Tennis Gardens.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS — None
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 20, 2024
2. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 611 ON SECOND READING AMENDING
SUBSECTION 3.25.050(G) OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED
TO SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS REGARDING WRITTEN NOTICE
AND DECLARATION OF NON-USE [ORDINANCE NO. 611]
3. Pulled for a separate vote by Councilmember Fitzpatrick »> ADOPT
ORDINANCES NOS. 612 AND 613 ON SECOND READING APPROVING
(1) ZONE CHANGE 2023-1000 AND (2) DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT 2023-
1000, RESPECTIVELY, FOR THE CLUB AT CORAL MOUNTAIN PROJECT
CONSISTING OF 750 RESIDENTIAL UNITS, A GOLF COURSE AND 60,000
SQUARE FEET OF RETAIL COMMERCIAL SPACE; CEQA: THE DESIGN AND
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT HAS DETERMINED THAT ALTERNATIVE 2
OF PREVIOUSLY PREPARED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT, FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 2019-0010, APPLIES TO THE PROPOSED
PROJECT; LOCATION: SOUTH OF AVENUE 58, EAST AND WEST OF
MADISON STREET, AND NORTH OF AVENUE 60 [ORDINANCE NOS. 612 AND 613]
4. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO REAFFIRM ADOPTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENT
FOR COUNTY SERVICE AREA 152, AUTHORIZE RIVERSIDE COUNTY TO
CONTINUE TO LEVY ASSESSMENTS, AND INDEMNIFY AND HOLD THE
COUNTY HARMLESS FOR LEVYING ASSESSMENTS ON CITY PARCELS
[RESOLUTION NO. 2024-009]
5. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE FINAL PARCEL MAP NO. 38793
LOCATED WITHIN THE MADISON CLUB RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AT
THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF MONROE STREET AND AVENUE 54
[RESOLUTION NO. 2024-010]
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6. AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING ELEMENT
ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORTS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2023 TO THE STATE
OFFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH AND THE DEPARTMENT OF
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT; CEQA: MAKE A
DETERMINATION THAT THIS ACTION IS NOT A PROJECT AS DEFINED IN
SECTION 15378(b)(2) OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
7. Pulled for a separate vote by Mayor Pro Tem Pena »> APPROVE AMENDMENT
NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH IN -SITE
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL ENGINEERING
DESIGN AND ELECTRICAL LOCATING SERVICES FOR THE FRITZ BURNS
PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. 2021-02
8. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER ESTIMATE FOR CONTRACT WITH ORTIZ
CONSTRUCTION, INC., APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 13 TO PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BENGAL ENGINEERING, INC., AND
AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT REQUEST TO COACHELLA VALLEY
ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS AGREEMENT FOR THE DUNE PALMS
ROAD BRIDGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2011-05
9. Pulled for a separate vote by Councilmember McGarrey »> APPROVE
AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH FIND FOOD BANK TO
PROVIDE MOBILE MARKET AND NON-PERISHABLE FOOD KITS TO
SENIORS AND LA QUINTA RESIDENTS
10. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH GovOS, INC. TO
PROVIDE SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTAL PROGRAM PERMITTING
SOFTWARE SERVICES AND TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX COLLECTIONS
11. EXCUSE ABSENCE OF COMMISSIONER HERNANDEZ FROM THE MARCH
12, 2024, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
12. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTERS DATED MARCH 1 AND 8, 2024
13. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED
DECEMBER 31, 2023
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Sanchez
to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 4-6, 8, 10-13 as presented, with Item No. 2
adopting Ordinance No. 611 on second reading, and Item Nos. 4 and 5 adopting
Resolution Nos. 2024-009 and 2024-010, respectively. Motion passed unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 10 — COMMENT
Mayor Evans said this item approves an agreement with GovOS, Inc. for short-term
vacation rental (STVR) program permitting software services; and noted the City
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continues to reinvest in the resources required to ensure proper monitoring and
compliance with the STVR program.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 3
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Pena to
approve Consent Calendar Item No. 3 adopting Ordinance 612 on second reading,
approving Zone Change 2023-1000 for the Club at Coral Mountain project consisting of
750 residential units, a golf course, and 60,000 square feet of retail commercial space.
Motion passed unanimously.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Pena/McGarrey to
approve Consent Calendar Item No. 3 adopting Ordinance 613 on second reading,
approving Development Agreement 2023-1000 for the Club at Coral Mountain project
consisting of 750 residential units, a golf course, and 60,000 square feet of retail
commercial space. Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 1 (Fitzpatrick), abstain — 0,
absent — 0.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 7
COUNCILMEMBER PENA RECUSED HIMSELF, AND SAID HE WILL ABSTAIN
FROM THE DISCUSSION AND VOTE ON CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 7
DUE TO A POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST STEMMING FROM THE
PROXIMITY OF HIS REAL PROPERTY TO THE PROJECT
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/McGarrey
to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 7 approving Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement
for Contract Services with IN -SITE Landscape Architecture to provide additional
engineering design to prepare a water quality management plan, expanded parking lot
design, and electrical locating services for the Fritz Burns Park Improvements Project No.
2021-02; and authorizing the City Manager to executed the amendment. Motion passed:
ayes — 4, noes — 0, abstain — 1 (Pena), absent — 0.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 9
COUNCILMEMBER McGARREY SAID SHE SERVES AS A BOARD MEMBER
FOR FIND FOOD BANK, FOR WHICH SHE DOES NOT RECEIVE
COMPENSATION; HOWEVER, DUE TO THE PERCEPTION OF A POTENTIAL
CONFLICT OF INTEREST SHE RECUSED HERSELF FROM DISCUSSION AND
VOTE ON CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 9
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/Sanchez
to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 9 approving an Agreement for Contract Services
with FIND Food Bank to provide a mobile market and non-perishable food kits to seniors
and La Quinta residents; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement.
Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 0, abstain — 1 (McGarrey), absent — 0.
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BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH TRITON
TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, INC. FOR AUDIO AND VIDEO (AV) SYSTEM
UPGRADES AND ANNUAL MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR
SEVERAL MEETING ROOMS AT CITY HALL AND WELLNESS CENTER
City Clerk Radeva and Director of Business Unit and Housing Development presented
the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office.
Council discussed the audio system upgrades planned for the Council Chamber; and the
need for AV upgrades for the Meeting room at the Wellness Center and the West
conference room at City Hall.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Pena/McGarrey to
approve Agreement for Contract Services with Triton Technology Solutions, Inc. for audio
and video system upgrades and annual maintenance and support services for several
meeting rooms at City Hall and the Wellness Center; and authorize the City Manager to
execute the agreement. Motion passed unanimously.
STUDY SESSION
1. DISCUSS ANNEXATION PROCESS RELATED TO THE SOUTHERN SPHERE
OF INFLUENCE AREA (SOI), INCLUDING AN OVERVIEW OF PROPERTY
TAXES, REVENUES, AND CURRENT INFRASTRUCTURE
Design and Development Director Castro, Principal Management Analyst Hallick,
Management Analyst Mignogna, and Consulting Planner Criste with Terra Nova Planning
and Research, presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office.
Council discussed the Riverside County's plans for road upgrades in the SOI; right-of-
way acquisition; eligibility for Measure A and SB1 funds for pavement management in the
SOI; public parks in the SOI; ability to establish different municipal codes for the SOI if
desired; process and timeline if Council passes a resolution approving annexation;
process for annexing a portion of the SOI if requested by a bordering property owner;
voters within the SOI only vote on annexation; the process to include the extended SOI
area in an annexation; and the inclusion of the small area on the north side of the SOI in
any annexation of the east side SOI property.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: David Isen, Balmoral — represents an equestrian forum, has multiple
properties in Vista Santa Rosa; stated La Quinta does not have an understanding of
equestrian properties; he operates STVRs, and does not favor La Quinta's program; and
he is not interested in annexation by La Quinta.
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PUBLIC SPEAKER: Teresa Ortiz, resides at Avenue 56 and Airport Blvd in Thermal —
said she is not in favor of change; asked about water wells; and suggested that future
study sessions be held in the evening, so working residents may attend.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Linda Garza, Coachella — noted that STVRs, accessory dwelling
units (ADUs), and event venues are prominent in the SOI and would want that considered
in the process.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Gayle Cady, Vista Santa Rosa (Avenue 54) — stated that of the 11
neighbors she has asked, she is the only one who received notice of this meeting;
requested that the equestrian community be given more say in the process, and asked
for more equestrian trails; wished to retain the current lifestyle of equestrian/farming
community, rather than be transformed into an area of walls and expensive homes; asked
about the City's plans for the late night festival season parties in the SOI; concerned about
the rules for the equestrian overlay area and asked Council to inform residents of their
plans, particularly the number of horses to be allowed per acre; clarified the SOI border
being Avenue 62; suggested that annexation might be more favorable to SOI residents if
the City was clear and favorable regarding its position on equestrian properties; and
warned that problems will arise if homes are developed adjacent to an equestrian facility,
due to inevitable complaints regarding manure and flies.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Joe Hammer, Coachella — owns a 50 -acre ranch in the SOI and
borders La Quinta on three sides; has wanted his property to be annexed into La Quinta
for many years; questioned the City's intent to adhere to the General Plan for the SOI
area; favors the existing zoning for his property; suggested the City consider reducing the
acreage it annexes in the first round; and noted the potential for growth of the Jacqueline
Cochran Regional Airport.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: John Powell, Vista Santa Rosa — his family has been farming crops
in the VSR area for 16 years, and farming in the Coachella Valley for 74 years; has
previously lobbied La Quinta to annex VSR and welcomes it now; interested in information
on the financial analysis; requests that farming continue post annexation; and warns that
farming adjacent to residential, like equestrian next to residential, can cause tension and
complaints.
Council discussed the desire to diversify what La Quinta has to offer; respect for the
existing lifestyle and rural uses; the fiscal analysis estimates of tax revenue and the
expenditures required for capital improvements and public services; the special features
of the Vista Santa Rosa area; the current early stage of the process; the need for SOI
resident to participate in shaping the ordinances for the area should annexation occur;
the beauty and diversity of the SOI; public safety already being provided by La Quinta in
the SOI; La Quinta's past sensitivity to the SOI area; La Quinta's ability to do a better job
than surrounding cities or the County in protecting the lifestyle; the need to balance open
space and development; infrastructure challenges, specifically IID utilities; need for
information on the northern 501; need for information on County plans for the SOI; and
reviewing the intensions for the SOI included in the General Plan.
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Council reached a consensus and directed staff to research the County's existing rights -
of -ways in the SOI; determine the amount of Measure A and SB 1 funds the County
received for the SOI; follow up and ensure all property owners and voters in the SOI are
getting City notifications; present to equestrian property owners, La Quinta's existing
equestrian overlay, and get feedback on any suggested adjustments; presentation to the
Vista Santa Rosa Community Council; update the financial analysis; begin
analysis/assessment of the northern SOI area; determine County plans for the SOI and
residents unfulfilled requests of County; and include in the next presentation, the details
in the General Plan for the SOI.
MAYOR EVANS CALLED FOR A BRIEF RECESS AT 6:02 P.M.
MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE COUNCIL MEETING AT 6:13 P.M. WITH
ALL MEMBERS PRESENT
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 51555
MADISON STREET AS A QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED LARGE LOT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.25.057 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE
[RESOLUTION NO. 2024-011]
Senior Permit Technician Lorett presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 6:17 P.M.
APPLICANT REPRESENTATIVE: Robert Conrad, CEO with Escape Vacation Homes,
representing the property owner and serving as the property manager and local contact
for this property — explained his management process; stated that SB 584 if approved,
will go into effect January 1, 2025, and will discourage STVRs in the State due to imposing
an additional 15% TOT; explained plans for parking area gravel and driveway
improvements; remodel plans for the existing ADUs; does not support special events, but
will obtain a City permit if the owner requests it; given the size and location of the property,
expects to received requests for weddings and other events; existence of noise sensors
at the property; and the necessity for accountability by property owners and managers.
Council discussed reexamining the special events permitting process and requirements;
the pros and cons of conditioning this approval on prohibiting special events until the
Council reviews its current Special Event permit provisions; 20 people occupancy
limitation on the property under an STVR permit based on the total number of bedrooms
that could be permitted (7); and percent of Special Events that occur at properties with
STVR permits.
MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 6:37 P.M.
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MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Sanchez/Pena to
adopt Resolution No. 2024-011 to approve the property located at 51555 Madison Street
as a Qualified and Certified Large Lot pursuant to Section 3.25.057 of the La Quinta
Municipal Code:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 51555 MADISON
STREET, LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, IDENTIFIED AS ASSESSOR PARCEL
NUMBER 777-030-006, AS A "QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED LARGE LOT"
PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.25.057 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE
CASE NUMBER: LARGE LOT QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED 2024-0003
APPLICANT: ROBERT CONRAD
OWNER: ALAM KHAN / DALIA K PROPERTIES & HOLDINGS, LLC
Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 1 (Fitzpatrick), abstain — 0, absent — 0.
2. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 51251
AVENIDA OBREGON AS A QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED LARGE LOT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.25.057 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE
[RESOLUTION NO. 2024-012]
Senior Permit Technician Lorett presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
Council inquired if any special events have been held at the proposed property; staff
responded that it was unlikely but would confirm the information; and a total of 130 notices
were mailed out to all properties located within 500 feet of the property notifying them of
this public hearing, and no comments were received back.
MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 6:43 P.M.
APPLICANT REPRESENTATIVE: Adi Gross, Owner of PD Vacation Rentals,
representing the property owner and serving as the property manager and local contact
for this property — said there would be no special events held at this property; intent is to
bring back some of the regular clients that have not been able to stay short-term; has a
refrigerator magnet with her information for the neighboring properties; tends to get
mature clients for the property; parking is on the property, the rental agreement prohibits
on -street parking; maximum occupancy allowed per the rental agreement is 8; and willing
to add into the rental agreement a prohibition on special events.
MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 6:49 P.M.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Sanchez/Pena to
adopt Resolution No. 2024-012 to approve the property located at 51251 Avenida
Obregon as a Qualified and Certified Large Lot pursuant to Section 3.25.057 of the La
Quinta Municipal Code as recommended:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 51251 AVENIDA
OBREGON, LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, IDENTIFIED AS ASSESSOR PARCEL
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NUMBER 773-052-035, AS A "QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED LARGE LOT"
PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.25.057 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE
CASE NUMBER: LARGE LOT QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED 2024-0002
APPLICANT: ADI GROSS
OWNER: CHRIS RANDALL / CASAB, LLC
Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 1 (Fitzpatrick), abstain — 0, absent — 0.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS — All reports are on file in the City Clerk's Office.
MAYOR'S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
Councilmember Sanchez reported on his attendance, along with Councilmembers
Fitzpatrick, McGarrey, and Mayor Evans at the Employee Appreciation Luncheon.
Councilmember Sanchez report on his attendance at the Boys and Girls Club Annual
Gala; representing District 66 on SCAG; State -of -the -Forth -District event; meetings and
communications with residents regarding local animal shelters; and former
Assemblymember Nestande's memorial.
Councilmember Pena reported on his and Councilmember McGarrey attendance at the
League of California Cities dinner in Corona; Mosquito abatement conference of scientist
in Texas; Nick Nigosian's memorial; and the military appreciation dinner.
Councilmember McGarrey reported on her (and other Members) attendance at a meeting
with League of California Cities staff; Coachella Valley Rescue Mission Gala; St. Jude's
signing event; and the Concert in the Park event on March 16, 2024.
Mayor Evans reported on her attendance and presentation for Women Inspiration Day at
a pre -opening meeting at the new Rolls Royce dealership; Desert International Horse
Park; presented a Proclamation to Joe Rosen upon his retirement; and passage of
Measure K bond.
Council directed staff to bring back for consideration as a future Study Session item, a
review of the City's Special Event permit requirements; and requested a presentation to
Council by Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent.
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
La Quinta's representative for 2024, Mayor Evans reported on her participation in the
following organization's meeting:
• IMPERIAL IRRIGATION DISTRICT COACHELLA VALLEY ENERGY
COMMISSION
La Quinta's representative for 2024, Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported on her
participation in the following organization's meeting:
• RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
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La Quinta's representative for 2024, Councilmember McGarrey reported on her
participation in the following organizations' meetings:
• COACHELLA VALLEY MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY
• IID ENERGY CONSUMERS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE
La Quinta's representative for 2024, Councilmember Sanchez reported on his
participation in the following organization's meeting:
• DESERT SANDS SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE (Evans & Sanchez)
CLOSED SESSION — Continued
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION;
INITIATION OF LITIGATION PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (4) OF
SUBDIVISION (d) OF SECTION 54956.9 (NUMBER OF POTENTIAL CASES: 1)
COUNCIL RECESSED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE MEETING AND
MOVED INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 7:20 P.M.
MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL MEETING AT 8:07 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT
REPORT ON ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION:
City Attorney Ihrke reported the authorization to initiate litigation as reported out for
Closed Session Item No.1 from the February 20, 2024, Council meeting remains in place,
and no new action was taken tonight for Closed Session Item No. 1 that requires
additional reporting pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1 (Brown Act).
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers
Pena/McGarrey to adjourn at 8:07 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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