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2025 03 18 CC MinutesCITY COUNCIL MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025 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, McGarrey, Sanchez, and Mayor Evans Councilmember Pena joined the meeting at 5:51 p.m. ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA — None CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA — Confirmed CLOSED SESSION 1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION; PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (1) OF SUBDIVISION (d) OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9; CASES NAMES AND NUMBERS — MULTIPLE (listed below, all in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Delaware) CASE NAME: CASE NUMBER SilverRock Development Company, LLC 24-11647 SilverRock Lifestyle Residences, LLC 24-11648 SilverRock Lodging, LLC 24-11650 SilverRock Luxury Residences, LLC 24-11652 SilverRock Phase I, LLC 24-11654 RGC PA 789, LLC 24-11657 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION; PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (1) OF SUBDIVISION (d) OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9; NAME OF CASE: CITY OF LA QUINTA V. SILVERROCK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, ET AL. (RIVERSIDE COUNTY SUP. CT. CASE NO. CVPS2404750) 3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF CALLE TAMPICO, NORTH OF AVENIDA LA FONDA, AND EAST OF DESERT CLUB DRIVE, AND NORTH AND SOUTH SIDES OF MAIN STREET; (ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBERS: 770-123-011, 770-124-010, AND 770-124-012) CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 1 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 CITY NEGOTIATOR: JON MCMILLEN, CITY MANAGER NEGOTIATING PARTY: GATHER CAPITAL INC. PROPERTY OWNER: CITY OF LA QUINTA UNDER NEGOTIATION: PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT COUNCIL RECESSED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE MEETING AND MOVED INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 3:03 P.M. MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 4:11 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT REPORT ON ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Evans said Council will reconvene Closed Session after the Open Session portion of the meeting. City Attorney Ihrke reported the following pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1 (Brown Act): • CLOSED SESSION ITEM NO. 1 — Council will continue consideration of this item after the open session portion of tonight's meeting; • CLOSED SESSION ITEM NO. 2 — Council will continue consideration of this item after the open session portion of tonight's meeting; and • CLOSED SESSION ITEM NO. 3 — no reportable action. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Evans led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA PUBLIC SPEAKER: Jodi Bemis, Indio — owner of Desert Feedback; spoke of the benefits of permitting backyard chickens/laying hens to La Quinta residents. Councilmember Sanchez spoke in support of backyard hens on small residential lots. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Dr. Vincent James DePinto, Indio — retired trauma surgeon; proposed a compromise allowing off -leash dogs at SilverRock Park during certain hours. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Bruce Issadore, La Quinta — Massachusetts (MA) attorney; winter season La Quinta resident; explained the off -leash compromise reached in his MA home town; and requested that La Quinta develop a program to allow dogs off -leash at SilverRock Park. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Roberta Bennett, La Quinta — read into the record comments she provided as a hand-out regarding various ways to allow off -leash dogs at SilverRock Park. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 2 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 Council discussed current and proposed dog parks; and the pros and cons of on- and off - leash dogs in open areas. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. SILVERROCK (FORMERLY TALUS) DEVELOPMENT PROJECT — STATUS UPDATE City Attorney Ihrke said on August 5, 2024, SilverRock Development Company LLC and its affiliates (debtors), collectively referred to as "SDC," voluntarily petitioned for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware; and per Council's direction and approval, the City retained Special Counsel who has continuously been working with the City Manager and City Attorney throughout these proceedings. Prior Announcements regarding the bankruptcy case are available on the City's website at www.laquintaca.gov/talusla On March 12, 2025, the U. S. Bankruptcy Court heard and approved the Debtor's Motion Authorizing and Approving Bid Procedures. Mr. Ihrke reiterated prior announcements, including that: (1) The U.S. Bankruptcy Court -approved a Chief Restructuring Officer (CRO), an independent fiduciary responsible for the administration of the debtor's estate through the bankruptcy case, and (2) SDC is now managed by a former bankruptcy judge Christopher Sontchi, who controls decisions on behalf of the debtor and debtors' estate, which primarily consists of the real property and partially developed project. Pursuant to motion of the bankruptcy court, the CRO, on behalf of the debtor SDC, retained Jones, Land, LaSalle (JLL) as the brokerage firm to research and market the sale of the debtor's estate to secure a future developer to complete the project. The above -mentioned "Bid Procedures," approved by the bankruptcy court, allow for the marketing and selling of the project, and ensure the City provides input and consideration in the process, as well as the City's right to approve the project developer going forward. As the name implies, the "Bid Procedures" set forth the "ground rules" for any potential developers and financing for the property acquisition and its development. The ground rules include, among other provisions, deadlines by which interested buyers and potential developers, known as a "stalking horse," must notify JLL and submit bids, as well as deadlines for approving comprehensive bids for purchasing the property and developing the project. The "Bid Procedures" have an aggressive schedule, slating the selection of a successful bidder by mid -August 2025, and the sale of the debtors assets by mid -October 2025; the CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 3 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 schedule also integrates other deadlines and the court -approved City input and approval rights throughout the process. On March 12, 2025, the U. S. Bankruptcy Court also heard a Motion for Relief from the Automatic Stay brought by three subcontractors, specifically White's Steel, Inc., Rowan Electric, and Gauston Corp., of one of the primary contractors for the project, RD Olson Construction Company. RD Olson opposed the motion. The debtor, the City, and other parties also opposed this motion because, even though this motion primarily affected RD Olson and its subcontractors, a relief from the automatic stay would allow these three subcontractors to proceed with their lawsuits filed in Riverside County Superior Cout, which have been consolidated with approximately 30 other lawsuits, all of which have been stayed by the bankruptcy proceedings. The City and other parties argued that allowing the relief from the automatic stay would not be in the best interest of the respective parties or consistent with "judicial economy," or the concept of "one case at a time," given all courts' limited resources. This is because the debtor, the City, RD Olson, and presumably multiple other interested parties, that are part of the bankruptcy proceedings, will be required to defend their respective interests if the Riverside County Superior Court proceedings for the three subcontractors move forward, instead of doing so for all of the consolidated cases. The bankruptcy court continued the hearing on this matter until its next Omnibus Hearing scheduled for April 15, 2025, in order to review relevant case law and determine whether allowing the three subcontractors to pursue their damages claims for breach of contract against RD Olson would impermissibly affect the debtors and the debtors' estate. City Manager McMillen said there has been tremendous interest in the project from developers who have reached out to him; and the process is consistent for developers, and they are being referred to the CRO, who then in turn refers them to JLL. Mayor Evans noted that only approximately 130 acres of the SilverRock project site, which is partially developed, is subject to the bankruptcy proceedings as it is owned by the debtors, and the remaining 395 acres of the site are owned by the City and not subject to the bankruptcy proceedings. 2. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT (DRD) PROGRAM UPDATE BY AQUATICS COORDINATOR NICHOLAS TORRES AND RECREATIONAL SPECIALIST KYLE PLEMING PRESENTERS: Mr. Pleming and Mr. Torres provided a detailed overview of DRD's programs, classes, and events offered at the Fritz Burns pool, including attendance, partnerships, and patrons' testimonials. Council discussed the Washington Street Apartments program; capacity of programs; scholarships; program costs; efforts to grow the programs; drowning statistics; Riverside County First Five program contract and funding; partnerships with agencies and CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 4 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 corporations; safety of public pools in La Quinta; parking arrangements at the Fritz Burns Park between pool and pickleball users; satisfaction of parking signage and parking permits; and requested the attendance of Lenny the Landshark at City other events. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 4, 2025 2. EXCUSE ABSENCES OF (1) CHAIRPERSON BIONDI FROM THE MARCH 10, 2025, ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING AND (2) COMMISSIONERS NIETO AND HERNANDEZ FROM THE MARCH 11, 2025, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 3. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH ALBERT A. WEBB ASSOCIATES FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE WASHINGTON STREET CONNECTOR (PROJECT NO. 2023-09) TO ART AND MUSIC LINE AND CV LINK PROJECTS 4. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH VINTAGE ELECTRIC FOR ON -CALL ELECTRICAL SERVICES 5. ACCEPT FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN PROJECT NO. 2024-12 FOR FRED WARING DRIVE AND MISCELLANEOUS LOCATIONS 6. REVIEW GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORTS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2024 AND AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL TO THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF LAND USE AND CLIMATE INNOVATION AND THE CALIFORNIA 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. RECEIVE AND FILE SECOND QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 TREASURY REPORTS FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, AND DECEMBER 2025 8. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTERS DATED FEBRUARY 28 AND MARCH 7, 2025 MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Fitzpatrick/McGarrey to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 0, abstain — 0, absent — 1 (Pena). BUSINESS SESSION 1. INTRODUCE FOR FIRST READING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 7 HISTORIC PRESERVATION FOR MILLS ACT CONTRACTS AND DE - DESIGNATION PROCEDURES OF LANDMARK PROPERTIES AND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 5 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 DISTRICTS; CEQA: THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061 (b)(3) COMMON SENSE EXEMPTION; LOCATION: CITY-WIDE [ORDINANCE NO. 621] Design and Development Director Castro presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office. Council discussed de -designation activation if landmark properties are not maintained; periodic monitoring of all Mills Act properties; ability of owners of de -designated properties to reapply; cost to maintain landmark properties being generally greater than the property tax discount estimated at 40 to 60 percent. City Attorney Ihrke explained the one-year wait period to reapply after a property is rejected for designation, or de -designation occurs; and potential tax consequences if non- compliant with the Mills Act agreement — property taxes would revert to levels prior to landmark designation and possible penalties may be assessed. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Michael Paganelli, La Quinta — spoke in support of the proposed code amendments; his property located at 51407 Avenida Velasco is designated as a landmark; noted the co-owner, Michael Chanco, serves on the La Quinta Historical Society Board of Directors. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Linda Williams, La Quinta — spoke in support of the proposed code amendments; said the Historical Society would attempt to assist any owners facing de - designation; said folks come to La Quinta in search of historic properties and tax break would help and may encourage other folks to pursue landmark designations. City Clerk Radeva said WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS were received from La Quinta residents Robert Lindemann and Ulla Lemborn in support of the proposed amendments to Title 7 Historic Preservation, which were distributed to Council, made public, published on the City's website, and included in the public record of this meeting. MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Sanchez/McGarrey to make a finding, included in Ordinance No. 621 that adopting this ordinance is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) Review of Exemptions — Common Sense Rule and is consistent with the previously approved General Plan 2035 Environmental Impact Report. Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 0, abstain — 0, absent — 1 (Pena). MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Sanchez/McGarrey to take up Ordinance No. 621 by title and number only and waive further reading amending Title 7 Historic Preservation of the La Quinta Municipal Code by adding Section 7.06.050 regarding De -designation of a Landmark Property or District and Chapter 7.09 regarding Mills Act contracts, as presented. Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 0, abstain — 0, absent — 1 (Pena). CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 6 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 City Clerk Radeva read the following title of Ordinance No. 621 into the record: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 7 HISTORIC PRESERVATION OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 7.06.050 REGARDING DE - DESIGNATION OF A LANDMARK PROPERTY OR DISTRICT AND CHAPTER 7.09 REGARDING MILLS ACT CONTRACTS MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Sanchez/McGarrey to introduce at first reading Ordinance No. 621 amending Title 7 Historic Preservation of the La Quinta Municipal Code by adding Section 7.06.050 regarding De -designation of a Landmark Property or District and Chapter 7.09 regarding Mills Act contracts, as presented. Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 0, abstain — 0, absent — 1 (Pena). 2. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO UPDATE THE CITY'S AGENCY CREDIT CARD AND E-CHECK PASS -THROUGH SERVICE FEES [RESOLUTION NO. 2025-006] City Clerk Radeva presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office. Council discussed how notices of fee changes will be advertised; and that these pass - through fees are now standard, but fees can be avoided by paying with a paper check. MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers McGarrey/Fitzpatrick to adopt Resolution No. 2025-006 as presented: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CITY'S AGENCY CREDIT CARD AND E- CHECK PASS -THROUGH SERVICE FEES Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 0, abstain — 0, absent — 1 (Pena). 3. APPROVE COACHELLA VALLEY POWER AGENCY (CVPA) JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT (JPA) Communications Specialist Barkas presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office with additional information provided by City Manager McMillen. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Philip Bettencourt, La Quinta — supports incorporation of comments by the Center for Economic Justice; concerned that quarterly meetings will not be enough to address issues of the new entity; and noted it would be beneficial for any CVPA subcommittees/subgroups to include perspective of the agriculture sector. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Emanuel Martinez, Program Manager with Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) — spoke of partner entities committed and dates expected to join the CVPA. Council discussed IID's role in the JPA and the future; the need for this regional solution; reasons power capacity was voted the number one issue by residents at the 2025 Annual Community Workshop; La Quinta being the first agency to join the proposed CVPA; and CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 7 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 Council thanked City Manager McMillen for learning all that is required regarding power delivery and being instrumental in developing solutions. City Clerk Radeva said WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS were received from La Quinta resident Philip Bettencourt in support of the proposed CVPA JPA and providing general comments, which were distributed to Council, made public, published on the City's website, and included in the public record of this meeting. MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Sanchez/Fitzpatrick to approve the Coachella Valley Power Agency Joint Powers Agreement as presented. Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 0, abstain — 0, absent — 1 (Pena). COUNCILMEMBER PENA JOINED THE MEETING AT 5:51 P.M. STUDY SESSION 1. DISCUSS TURF REPLACEMENT FOR SILVERROCK RESORT GOLF COURSE Randy Duncan, General Manager of SilverRock Golf Course with Landmark Golf Management, LLP (Landmark), contracted by the City for golf operations and maintenance services, presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office. PRESENTER: Joe Gill, Vice President with Landmark — explained the test seeding trial done on the 5th hole in 2024; the survey/feedback received; provided an overview of the re -seeding process, timing, grass conditions and recommended replacing the grass on the front 9 holes during summer 2025, with the back 9 holes remaining open, and all 18 holes open for play in September; and repeating the same process by replacing the grass on the back 9 holes during summer 2026, while the front 9 holes remain open. Council reached a consensus and expressed general support for Landmark's recommendation to replace the turf at the SilverRock Resort Golf Course as presented, with the front 9 holes in summer of 2025 and the back 9 holes in summer of 2026, with the Bermuda Latitude 36 variant and Mini -Verde on the greens, and directed staff to bring this item back for consideration on the Consent Calendar at the April 1, 2025, regular meeting in order to appropriate the required funding to move forward with the project. City Manager McMillen explained the funding sources available for the project. 2. DISCUSS MASTER PLANNING, VISTA SANTA ROSA (VSR) DESIGN GUIDELINES, AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH RELATING TO THE SOUTHERN SPHERE OF INFLUENCE (SOI) AREA Planning Manager Flores introduced Senior Planner Nespor and Consulting Planner Criste, President of Terra Nova Planning and Research, who presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk's Office. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 8 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 Council discussed the need to conduct an Environmental Impact Report (EIR); less intense options than a full EIR; ability of developers to utilize an EIR done by the City; coverage of the EIR regarding a possible expanded areas beyond the SOI; rolling a new EIR into the General Plan (GP) update scheduled for 2033; VSR Design Guidelines were prepared by Riverside County; individual landowners could not be annexed without the EIR; and interested landowners could contribute to the cost of the EIR. PUBLIC SPEAKER: David Isen, Indian Wells resident, representing Locale Concierge and Desert Rodeo — owns land in VSR, in support of the area being annexed into La Quinta as quickly as possible; and offered to assist in any way. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Micheal Nigosian, Indian Wells resident, representing Nigosian Family Farms, Inc. — said his family has owned land in VSR since 1956, currently owns 40 acres, and is in support of annexing the area into La Quinta's city boundaries. The following citizens submitted "Request to Speak" forms indicating they did not wish to speak but left the following WRITTEN COMMENTS: • J.R, La Quinta — supports annexing La Quinta's SOI in the city boundaries. • Roberick and Terri Lindmar, Thermal — support annexing La Quinta's SOI in the city boundaries. • Julie Rodriguez, La Quinta — supports annexing La Quinta's SOI in the city boundaries; and in favor of hens on property. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Gayle Cady, VSR — original petitioner for the VSR community; would like to see the community maintain its equestrian overlay as there are many owners who own horses; supports the master plan; would like to be appointed to any steering committee; and prefers to be annexed into the City of La Quinta rather than any other surrounding city. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Vicktor and Lilia Nino — 20-acre small farmer since 1999, have resided in the Coachella Valley since 1957, live just outside the La Quinta SOI area; support including the community in all proposed plans. Council discussed the process of creating the Master Plan being the only way to move forward; revisiting the financial analysis; critical to understand the pros and cons of annexation; La Quinta's only growth potential being eastward; importance of input from residents of VSR; maintaining the beauty of VSR; developing the community input plan more important to complete first before publishing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Master Plan; critical to examine infrastructure needed now and in the future; CEQA and EIR may change with changes in California; land use analysis may result in differences between what VSR community wishes and what revenue needs are so more community input is imperative; unadvisable to be in competition with other cities for annexation; and community outreach to be part of developing the VSR Master Plan — a parallel process, and part of the scope of work of any RFP. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 9 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 Council reached a consensus and directed staff to proceed with preparing an RFP to seek planning consultant teams to prepare a Master Plan, including community outreach in the scope of work, and return to Council with a Business Item to approve the agreement with the recommended Master Plan consultant, with funds to be appropriated from fiscal year 2025-2026 City budget. PUBLIC HEARINGS — None DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS — None MAYOR'S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported her attendance, along with Mayor Pro Tem McGarrey, at the Women's Empowerment Gala in Palm Springs, and 100th birthday celebration for Mary Hepp at The Palms at La Quinta Gracious Living. Mayor Evans reported on her and Mayor Pro Tem McGarrey's attendance at the Ophelia Project (supported by the City of La Quinta) Annual Scholarship Luncheon held on March 18, 2025, in Rancho Mirage, and enumerated the many scholarships given away. Mayor Pro Tem McGarrey reported on her and other Councilmembers' attendance at the groundbreaking ceremony and lease renewal signing, between the Coachella Valley Water District and Riverside County, who partnered with The KYA Group on modernizing the park, at Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park, held on March 8, 2025; (Councilmember Sanchez noted that it was La Quinta who repaved the road leading up to the park); the very successful Boys and Girls Club of Coachella Valley Grand Auction at the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa on March 8, 2025; Coffee -with -a -Cop event held at Dunkin' Donuts in La Quinta; 100th birthday celebration for Mary Hepp and presented her with a Certificate of Recognition from the City; and the League of California Cities Legislative Update. Councilmember Sanchez reported on his and other Councilmembers' attendance at the Senator Ochoa Bogh Community Swearing -In Ceremony held on March 7, 2025, at the Indian Wells Theatre on the California State University San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus; the FIND Food Bank Coachella Valley "Hunger Heroes" annual Guardians Breakfast event held on March 17, 2025; and noted the upcoming FIND Food Bank Telethon for donations is scheduled for April 4, 2025. Mayor Evans reported on her attendance at the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber Legislative Breakfast held by Riverside County Supervisor Perez on March 10, 2025, at SunLine Transit Agency. Councilmember Pena reported on his attendance at the American Mosquito Control District (AMCA) Annual Meeting held in San Juan, Puerto Rico, March 3-7, 2025, which was well attended, and noted that the Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District is nationally recognized as a leader in the industry; and the ceremony honoring CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 10 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 former Coachella Valley Congresswoman Mary Bono with a star dedication on the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars held today, March 18, 2025. REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS La Quinta's representative for 2025, Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported on her participation in the following organizations' meetings: • RIVERSIDE COUNTY CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE (attended on behalf of Mayor Evans) • RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RCTC) La Quinta's representative for 2025, Councilmember Sanchez reported on his participation in the following organizations' meetings: • ANIMAL CAMPUS COMMISSION • RIVERSIDE COUNTY CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE • CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION • SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS Councilmember Sanchez said he was appointed by the Riverside County City Selection Committee to serve on the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission, which meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in Riverside; asked the Council if anyone wished to serve as an alternate member, however, no one was available to make the commitment due to scheduling conflicts with serving on other outside agencies. CLOSED SESSION — Continued 1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION; PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (1) OF SUBDIVISION (d) OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9; CASES NAMES AND NUMBERS — MULTIPLE (listed below, all in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Delaware) CASE NAME: CASE NUMBER SilverRock Development Company, LLC 24-11647 SilverRock Lifestyle Residences, LLC 24-11648 SilverRock Lodging, LLC 24-11650 SilverRock Luxury Residences, LLC 24-11652 SilverRock Phase I, LLC 24-11654 RGC PA 789, LLC 24-11657 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION; PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (1) OF SUBDIVISION (d) OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9; NAME OF CASE: CITY OF LA QUINTA V. SILVERROCK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, ET AL. (RIVERSIDE COUNTY SUP. CT. CASE NO. CVPS2404750) CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 11 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025 COUNCIL RECESSED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE MEETING AND MOVED INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 7:01 P.M. MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 7:47 P.M. WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT REPORT ON ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION: City Attorney Ihrke reported the following pursuant to Government Code section 54957.1 (Brown Act): • CLOSED SESSION ITEM NO. 1 — no reportable action Council's authorization remains in place for the City Attorney, in coordination with the City Attorney's Office and Special Counsel, to defend and protect the interests of the City in the multiple bankruptcy cases filed by SilverRock Development Company and its responsive affiliates as reported out for Closed Session Item No. 2 from the August 6, 2024, Council meeting. • CLOSED SESSION ITEM NO. 2 — no reportable action ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Pena/McGarrey to adjourn at 7:47 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk City of La Quinta, California CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Page 12 of 12 MARCH 18, 2025