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2018 06 27 HC Special HOUSING COMMISSION MINUTES 1 JUNE 13, 2018 REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING HOUSING COMMISSION MINUTES WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13, 2018 CALL TO ORDER A regular quarterly meeting of the Housing Commission was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chairperson Rogers PRESENT: Commissioners Davidson, Johnson, Long, McDonough, and Chairperson Rogers ABSENT: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairperson Rogers led the audience in the pledge of allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON AGENDA PUBLIC SPEAKER: Aileen Buckley, La Quinta - introduced herself and expressed her concern regarding lack of communication between management and residents on maintaining the air conditioning units at the Seasons apartment complex. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Joan Sanka, La Quinta - introduced herself and inquired about the Commission’s meeting schedule, where information was available on the City’s website, and getting automatic email notifications through “Quail Mail.” PUBLIC SPEAKER: Lois Caldwell, La Quinta - introduced herself and expressed concerns about recent nuisance activities at the Seasons apartment complex pool area after hours. Staff said they would reach out to the management; mentioned the City’s noise ordinance hours allow activities until 10:00 p.m.; and suggested residents call local non-emergency police phone line to address issues after that time. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Richard Santino, La Quinta - introduced himself and expressed concerns regarding the lack of response when calling the Seasons after hour’s emergency number on the weekends. He said implementing an annual air conditioning maintenance service and security guard services for the Seasons apartment complex would help resolve residents’ concerns more effectively. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Virginia Casto, La Quinta - introduced herself and said the Housing Commission’s meetings were interesting and helped residents learn more about the city. She expressed concerns regarding the lack of communication between CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 1 HOUSING COMMISSION MINUTES 2 JUNE 13, 2018 REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING management and residents on maintenance and reported complaints at the Seasons apartment complex. Staff shared non-emergency number and office hours for local code enforcement. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA – Confirmed ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS – None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVE MINUTES OF APRIL 18, 2018 Motion – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Johnson/McDonough to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 1, as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. 2. RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BECKY CAHA FOR HOUSING COMPLIANCE AND MONITORING SERVICES Motion – A motion was made by Commissioner Davidson to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 2 as recommended. Motion failed due to the lack of a second. The Commission did not take further action on this item. BUSINESS SESSION – None STUDY SESSION 1. 2018/2019 FISCAL YEAR HOUSING AUTHORITY BUDGET Finance Director Campos presented the staff report, which is on file in the Finance Department. Commission discussed budget review and approval process and schedule; budget accounts structure; staff associated with Housing Authority payroll; and homelessness funding. Staff said they would provide quarterly updates on budget at future meetings. The Commission concurred with the Fiscal Year 2018/19 Housing Authority Budget as submitted by staff. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS – None REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS – None HOUSING COMMISSION MINUTES 3 JUNE 13, 2018 REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING COMMISSIONERS’ ITEMS Chairperson Rogers announced her resignation effective August 1, 2018. Management Specialist Ferreira said Chairperson Rogers’ vacated seat would be advertised, and appointments for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson would be scheduled for Commission consideration at the next regular quarterly Housing meeting. The Commission recommended the City recognize the La Quinta High School baseball team for winning the championship. Staff responded the team would be recognized at the June 19, 2018, City Council meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Davidson/Johnson to adjourn this meeting at 7:12 p.m. Motion passed unanimously Respectfully submitted, Jessica Delgado, Management Assistant City of La Quinta, California     Attachment 1