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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026 04 09 HC Special MeetingHOUSING COMMISSION Page 1 of 2 APRIL 9, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING – MINUTES HOUSING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026 CALL TO ORDER A special meeting of the La Quinta Housing Commission (Commission) was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chairperson Gaeta-Mejia. PRESENT: Commissioners Christopherson, Lewis, Pacheco, Paltin, and Chairperson Gaeta-Mejia ABSENT: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairperson Gaeta-Mejia led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – None CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA – Confirmed ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS – None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. RECEIVE AND FILE MEETING MINUTES DATED DECEMBER 10, 2025 MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Lewis/Pacheco to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Motion passed unanimously. BUSINESS SESSION 1. RECOMMEND HOUSING AUTHORITY (1) APPROPRIATE FUNDING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26; AND (2) APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES WITH FRONTLINE FACILITY SOLUTIONS, LLC, FOR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR DUNE PALMS MOBILE HOME ESTATES Director of Business Unit and Housing Development Villalpando presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office. The Commission discussed the Request for Proposals (RFP) process, noting that no local firms submitted proposals; property characteristics of the Dune Palms Mobile Home HOUSING COMMISSION Page 2 of 2 APRIL 9, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING – MINUTES Estates (Park), including size, occupancy, age and condition of the Park, and related operational considerations; the proposed agreement with Frontline Facility Solutions (FFS), the contract terms, transition schedule, on-site staffing, and general expectations for resident access to management and having a dedicated 24/7 emergency response available. PRESENTERS: Chief Operating Officer Tim Stone and Chief Executive Officer Carlos Carillo with FFS – explained the firm’s transition approach, including a structured mobilization period focused on data transfer, system implementation, resident communication and onboarding, and coordination with existing management during the transition period. Additional Commission discussion followed regarding funding for maintenance-related services, cost considerations for repair work, and qualifications for maintenance service providers. MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioner Lewis/Pacheco to recommend the Housing Authority (1) appropriate funding for fiscal year 2025/26 in the amount of $40,000; (2) approve Agreement for Contract Services with Frontline Facility Solutions, LLC, to provide property management services for the Dune Palms Mobile Home Estates; and (3) authorize the Executive Director to execute the agreement. Motion passed unanimously. STUDY SESSION – None DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS – None COMMISSIONERS’ ITEMS Commissioner Lewis inquired about potential impacts of recently enacted accessory dwelling unit California state regulations on Housing Authority properties, specifically the La Quinta Cove; staff clarified that rental units cannot be modified without City approval and that privately owned units remain subject to standard permitting requirements. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Lewis/Paltin to adjourn this meeting at 5:26 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Laurie McGinley, Commission Secretary City of La Quinta, California