2021 12 07 Council
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Page 1 of 6 December 7, 2021
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta
REGULAR MEETING
ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2021, AT 4:00 P.M.
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SPECIAL NOTICE
Teleconferencing and Telephonic Accessibility In Effect
Pursuant to Executive Orders N-60-20 and N-08-21 executed by the Governor of
California, and subsequently Assembly Bill 361 (AB 361, 2021), enacted 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 in the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code
§ 54950 et seq.), members of the public, the City Council, the City Manager, City
Attorney, City Staff, and City Consultants may participate in this regular meeting
by teleconference.
Members of the public wanting to listen to the meeting may do so by tuning-
in live via http://laquinta.12milesout.com/video/live.
Members of the public wanting to address the City Council, either for a specific
agenda item or matters not on the agenda are requested to follow the instructions
listed below:
Written public comments – can be provided in-person during the meeting or
emailed to the City Clerk’s Office at CityClerkMail@LaQuintaCA.gov preferably
by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting, and will be distributed to the City
Council, incorporated into the agenda packet and public record of the meeting,
and will not be read during the meeting unless, upon the request of the Mayor,
a brief summary of any public comment is asked to be read, to the extent the
City Clerk’s Office can accommodate such request.
City Council agendas and staff reports
are available on the City’s
web page: www.LaQuintaCA.gov
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If emailed, the email “subject line” must clearly state “Written Comments” and
list the following:
1) Full Name 4) Public Comment or Agenda Item Number
2) City of Residence 5) Subject
3) Phone Number 6) Written Comments
*** TELECONFERENCE PROCEDURES ***
Verbal public comments via Teleconference – members of the public may
attend and participate in the meeting by teleconference via Zoom and use
the “raise your hand” feature when public comments are prompted by the Mayor;
the City will facilitate the ability for a member of the public to be audible to the
City Council and general public and allow him/her/they to speak on the item(s)
requested. Please note – members of the public must unmute themselves
when prompted upon being recognized by the Mayor, in order to become
audible to the City Council and the public.
Only one person at a time may speak by teleconference and only after being
recognized by the Mayor.
ZOOM LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81325311999
Meeting ID: 813 2531 1999
Or join by phone: (253) 215 – 8782
It would be appreciated that any email communications for public comments
related to the items on the agenda, or for general public comment, are provided
to the City Clerk’s Office at the email address listed above prior to the
commencement of the meeting. If that is not possible, and to accommodate
public comments on items that may be added to the agenda after its initial
posting or items that are on the agenda, every effort will be made to attempt to
review emails received by the City Clerk’s Office during the course of the meeting.
The Mayor will endeavor to take a brief pause before action is taken on any
agenda item to allow the City Clerk to review emails and share any public
comments received during the meeting. All emails received by the City Clerk, at
the email address above, until the adjournment of the meeting, will be included
within the public record relating to the meeting.
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL: Councilmembers: Fitzpatrick, Peña, Radi, Sanchez, Mayor Evans
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
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CLOSED SESSION – None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
At this time, members of the public may address the City Council on any matter not
listed on the agenda by providing written public comments either in-person or via
email as indicated above; or provide verbal public comments either in-person or via
teleconference by joining the meeting virtually at
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81325311999 and use the “raise your hand” feature
when prompted by the Mayor. Members of the public attending the meeting in-person
are requested to complete a “Request to Speak” form and submit it to the City Clerk.
Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes (or approximately 350 words). The
City Council values your comments; however, in accordance with State law, no action
shall be taken on any item not appearing on the agenda unless it is an emergency item
authorized by the Brown Act [Government Code § 54954.2(b)].
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING LIEUTENANT BUOMPENSIERO WITH
RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT FOR HIS PUBLIC SERVICE
2. INTRODUCE RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT NEW
LIEUTENANT ANDRES (ANDY) MARTINEZ
CONSENT CALENDAR
NOTE: Consent Calendar items are routine in nature and can be approved by one motion.
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1. APPROVE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 2, 2021
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2. APPROVE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 16, 2021
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3. AFFIRM RESOLUTION NO. 2021-035 FINDINGS RELATED TO THE STATE
OF EMERGENCY DUE TO COVID-19 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO CONTINUE TO IMPLEMENT TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY TO
CONDUCT PUBLIC MEETINGS PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 361
(STATS. 2021, CH. 165)
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4. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE MARKETING MANAGER TO
ATTEND 2022 VISIT CALIFORNIA OUTLOOK FORUM IN SAN
FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, FEBRUARY 13-16, 2022
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5. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO ATTEND
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CITY MANAGER’S CONFERENCE IN
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA, FEBRUARY 2-4, 2022
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6. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO AMEND FISCAL YEAR 2021/22 SALARY
SCHEDULE INCREASING THE MINIMUM WAGE RATE EFFECTIVE
JANUARY 1, 2022 [RESOLUTION NO. 2021-042]
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7. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO CONTRACT WITH R DEPENDABLE
CONST INC. FOR THE FIRE STATION NO. 70 REVITALIZATION PROJECT
NO. 2019-07 FOR ADDITIONAL MISCELLANEOUS REQUESTED WORK
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BUSINESS SESSION
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1. APPROVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH CLAUDIA MARTINEZ TO
SERVE AS FINANCE DIRECTOR/CITY TREASURER
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2. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO CONFIRM CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION LIMITS
TO FOLLOW SATE LAW, ESTABLISH CITY REGULATIONS RELATING TO
SPECIFIC CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS, AND AUTHORIZE SPECIFIED
PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF CITY REGULATIONS PURSUANT TO
ASSEMBLY BILL 571 (STATS. 2019, CHAPTER 556)
[RESOLUTION NO. 2021-043]
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STUDY SESSION
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1. DISCUSS SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTAL PROGRAM CURRENT
CHARACTERISTICS, COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT OVERVIEW,
AND CURRENT AND FUTURE OBJECTIVES AND INITIATIVES
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PUBLIC HEARINGS – None
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
1. CITY MANAGER
2. CITY ATTORNEY
3. CITY CLERK
4. COMMUNITY RESOURCES
5. DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT–QUARTERLY REPORT JULY – SEPTEMBER
2021
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6. FINANCE
7. PUBLIC WORKS
MAYOR’S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ITEMS
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REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1.CVAG CONSERVATION COMMISSION (Evans)
2.CVAG ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE (Evans)
3. CVAG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (Evans)
4.GREATER PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU (Evans)
5. IMPERIAL IRRIGATION DISTRICT – COACHELLA VALLEY ENERGY
COMMISSION (Evans)
6.LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES DELEGATE (Evans)
7.COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT JOINT POLICY COMMITTEE (Evans)
8.SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (Evans)
9. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUBCOMMITTEE (Evans & Radi)
10. COACHELLA VALLEY MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY (Fitzpatrick)
11.DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick & Radi)
12. COACHELLA VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick & Peña)
13.RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (Fitzpatrick)
14.SILVERROCK EVENT SITE AD HOC COMMITTEE (Fitzpatrick)
15.CANNABIS AD HOC COMMITTEE (Peña and Sanchez)
16.CVAG PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE (Peña)
17. CVAG VALLEY-WIDE HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE (Peña)
18.LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES – PUBLIC SAFETY POLICY COMMITTEE (Peña)
19.IMPERIAL IRRIGATION DISTRICT – ENERGY CONSUMERS ADVISORY
COMMITTEE (Peña)
20.COACHELLA VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT (Peña)
21.COVID-19 SMALL BUSINESS EMERGENCY ECONOMIC RELIEF PROGRAM AD
HOC COMMITTEE (Peña and Radi)
22.GREATER CV CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INFORMATION EXCHANGE
COMMITTEE (Radi)
23.CVAG TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (Radi)
24.SUNLINE TRANSIT AGENCY (Radi)
25. CITYWIDE SECURITY CAMERAS AD HOC COMMITTEE (Radi)
26.DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE (Radi & Sanchez)
27. ANIMAL CAMPUS COMMISSION (Sanchez)
28.LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES – TRANSPORTATION, COMMUNICATION
AND PUBLIC WORKS POLICY COMMITTEE (Sanchez)
29.RIVERSIDE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION (Sanchez)
30. FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES DATED AUGUST
4, 2021
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31. FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES DATED
OCTOBER 6, 2021
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ADJOURNMENT
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CITY HALL ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL INVITE YOU TO AN
OPEN HOUSE MEET & GREET
DECEMBER 7, 2021 | 5:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
LA QUINTA CITY HALL | 78495 CALLE TAMPICO
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The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on December 21, 2021
at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers, 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta,
CA 92253.
DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Monika Radeva, City Clerk, of the City of La Quinta, do hereby declare that
the foregoing Agenda for the La Quinta City Council meeting was posted on the
City’s website, near the entrance to the Council Chambers at 78495 Calle
Tampico, and the bulletin boards at the Stater Brothers Supermarket at 78630
Highway 111, and the La Quinta Cove Post Office at 51321 Avenida Bermudas,
on December 3, 2021.
DATED: December 3, 2021
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
Public Notices
The La Quinta City Council Chamber is handicapped accessible. If special equipment is
needed for the hearing impaired, please call the City Clerk’s office at (760) 777-7092, twenty-
four (24) hours in advance of the meeting and accommodations will be made.
If special electronic equipment is needed to make presentations to the City Council,
arrangements should be made in advance by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (760) 777-
7092. A one (1) week notice is required.
If background material is to be presented to the Councilmembers during a City Council
meeting, please be advised that eight (8) copies of all documents, exhibits, etc., must be
supplied to the City Clerk for distribution. It is requested that this take place prior to the
beginning of the meeting.
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item(s)
on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the Community Development
counter at City Hall located at 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California, 92253, during
normal business hours.
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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2021
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at 3:30
p.m. by Mayor Evans.
This meeting provided teleconferencing accessibility pursuant to Executive
Orders N-60-20 and N-08-21 executed by the Governor of California, and
subsequently Assembly Bill 361 (AB 361, 2021), enacted 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 in 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, Management Assistant McGinley, Director of Business Unit and
Housing Development Villalpando, Management Specialist Griffin,
Management Analyst Kinley, Community Resources Director Escobedo,
Community Resources Manager Calderon, Management Analyst Calderon,
Public Safety Manager Mendez, Traffic Operations Analyst Gunterson, Public
Works Director/City Engineer McKinney, Interim Finance Director Martinez,
Financial Services Analyst Hallick
CITY CONSULTANT PRESENT: Traffic Engineer Consultant Steve Libring with
Wildan Engineering, Inc.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
City Clerk Radeva requested to pull Item No. 2 under the Announcements,
Presentations, and Written Communications section of the Agenda, related to
the introduction of Riverside County Fire Department new Battalion Chief Paul
Heitzmann, as Fire Department personnel was not able to attend tonight’s
meeting due to a last minute conflicting engagement, and this item will be
rescheduled for the November 16, 2021 meeting; noted a typographical error
in the staff report for Consent Calendar Item No. 4 has been corrected to
properly reflect the Adams Street segment is between Fred Waring Drive and
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 1
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Miles Avenue; and noted that the proposed resolution properly identified all
street segments. Council concurred.
CLOSED SESSION
1. THREAT TO PUBLIC SERVICES OR FACILITIES, PURSUANT TO
SUBDIVISION (a) OF GOVERNMENT CODE § 54957.
CONSULTATION WITH: ALEXANDER JOHNSTON, SENIOR
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR; WILLIAM H. IHRKE,
CITY ATTORNEY (Review Continued Need and Response to
Proclaimed State and Local Emergencies Caused by COVID-19)
2. ANNUAL PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54957, COUNCIL
APPOINTED POSITION – CITY MANAGER
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
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 4:02 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 54950 et seq. (Brown Act):
CLOSED SESSION ITEM NO. 1 – no reportable action; and
CLOSED SESSION ITEM NO. 2 – Council will continue consideration
of this item after the Open Session portion of the meeting has
concluded.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Radi led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
PUBLIC SPEAKER IN-PERSON: Alena Callimanis, La Quinta – congratulated the
City on the rebranding of the SilverRock Resort project to Talus; expressed
concerns about the amount of water used to maintain the SilverRock existing
lakes and golf course, and noted the importance of water conservation;
suggested using more desert-scape landscaping; and expressed concerns
about the proposed use of water for the Wave at Coral Mountain Resort
project.
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Council noted the major water features at Talus (SilverRock) are existing and
not added elements, and that they utilize canal water and are also used for
irrigation and retention purposes of the development and not merely for
aesthetics.
PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: Brad Anderson,
Rancho Mirage – apologized for the comments he provided at the October 5,
2021, Council meeting stating that the City did not have the proper protocols
in place as required by AB 361 to conduct public meetings via teleconference
as he was not aware that the Council held a special meeting on September
28, 2021, and adopted Resolution No. 2021-035 which made the required
findings under AB 361 and authorized the City Manager to implement
teleconference accessibility for conducting public meetings. Mr. Anderson said
he disapproved of the public meeting teleconference accessibility allowances
provided by AB 361; and made comments about special meetings being called
by the legislative body and about veiled threats.
Council and City Attorney Ihrke said the Governor’s Executive Orders which
waived certain provisions of the Brown Act and authorized teleconference
accessibility for public meetings expired on September 30, 2021, and noted
the September 28, 2021, a special Council meeting was held to ensure that
the City could timely adopt the proper protocols and make the necessary
findings as required by AB 361, in order to be able to continue to allow
teleconference accessibility for conducting public meetings after September
30, 2021. City Attorney Ihrke noted that pursuant to the Brown Act
[Government Code Section 54956, subdivision (a)] “A special meeting may be
called at any time by the presiding officer of the legislative body of a local
agency, or by a majority of the members of the legislative body, …”.
PUBLIC SPEAKER IN-PERSON: Don Shoffstall, La Quinta (received donated
speaker time from La Quinta residents Marty Butler and Kay Wolff) –
introduced Ms. Wolff and Ms. Butler who stood alongside him during this public
comment and noted all three of them are members of the Neighbors for
Neighborhoods of La Quinta (N4N) organization. Mr. Shoffstall said they are
here today to inform the Council that they will be submitting a notice of intent
to circulate a petition to restrict home rentals in residential zones to a
minimum of 30 days and the three of them represent the communities that
are over-saturated by short-term vacation rentals (STVR) and have signed the
intent to circulate the petition. Mr. Shoffstall said N4N members have
explored options available to residents to restore the character of La Quinta
and residential neighborhoods from the detrimental impacts STVRs have had
on the community, which have not been adequately addressed or mitigated
by the City Council; residents must take action by seeking a ballot initiative
to restore the character and livability of the City and neighborhoods; and
tourism is important to the La Quinta economy, but it does not have to
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negatively impact the City and residential neighborhoods. Mr. Shoffstall spoke
in opposition of STVRs; said STVRs should be transitioned into tourist
commercial zones; the proposed initiative requires a 30-day minimum rental
period in all residential zones by December 31, 2024; it will have no effect on
hosted homeshares, STVRs in commercial and vacation zones, or bed and
breakfast operations; the initiative provides a phased-out period to mitigate
any economic impacts with existing STVR permit holders but does prohibit the
issuance of any new non-hosted STVR permits in residential zones as of the
effective date of the initiative.
Mayor Evans noted that the City has had a permanent ban on the issuance of
new STVR permits in place since May 20, 2021 which is codified in Section
3.25.055 – “Non-Issuance of New Short-Term Vacation Rental Permits;
Periodic Council Review” of the La Quinta Municipal Code.
The following WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS were distributed to Council, made
publicly available, and were included in the public record and agenda packet
of the meeting:
Stacy Winters – announced by Mayor Evans – requesting that the
permanent ban on the issuance of new STVR permits be lifted; and
Scott White, CEO with Visit Greater Palm Springs – announced by City
Clerk Radeva – in support of Consent Calendar Item No. 7 related to the
two-year term extension of Venue Hosting Agreement with World
Triathlon Corporation, LLC. to host the Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells – La
Quinta triathlon.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1. PRESENTATION BY RESIDENT STEPHEN KLEMPA ON THE
EFFECTS OF THE ADAMS STREET RESTRIPING PROJECT 2020-06
LOCATED ON ADAMS STREET BETWEEN MILES AVENUE AND
FRED WARING DRIVE COMPLETED IN 2020
Mr. Klempa said he is here tonight to present the effects of the Adams Street
restriping (Project No. 2020-06, deemed substantially complete in April
2021); he noted La Quinta residents provided public comments to Council (at
the October 6, 2020 Council meeting) and requested that the City implement
a designated pedestrian crossing on Adams Street, near La Palma Drive
(Adams Park); Council discussed safety mitigation options (at the October 20,
2020 Council meeting) and approved the implementation of a “road diet” along
Adams St. which eliminated one travel lane in each direction between Miles
Avenue and Fred Waring Dr., and restriped the road to create a bicycle and
golf-cart paths in each direction (at the November 3, 2020 Council meeting).
Mr. Klempa outlined the pros and cons of the “road diet” measures installed;
said the speed limit on Adams St. is tabled for Council’s consideration on
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tonight’s Agenda to be reduced from 40 to 35 miles per hour; spoke about
jaywalking, pedestrian crossing at marked and unmarked crosswalks; said the
“road diet’ has increased safety for pedestrians, but there is still room for
improvement; and requested that the City consider installing additional road
improvements to increase pedestrian safety consisting of a designated
pedestrian crossing at this location with the appropriate lighting, as discussed
by Council during the previous considerations of this matter.
Council thanked Mr. Klempa for his comments and detailed presentation;
expressed support for considering additional mitigation measures to increase
pedestrian safety; and reached a consensus and directed staff to further
examine this road segment to determine what supplemental safety mitigation
measures are needed.
Steve Libring, City Traffic Engineer Consultant with Wildan Engineering,
clarified that there is a designated pedestrian crossing at every intersection
whether it is marked or unmarked; and said he will look into this matter and
work with staff to provide additional safety mitigation measures for Council’s
consideration.
2. pulled from the Agenda and will be tabled for the November 16, 2021
Council meeting >>> INTRODUCE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE
DEPARTMENT NEW BATTALION CHIEF PAUL HEITZMANN
Mayor Evans said this item has been pulled from tonight’s Agenda and
postponed until the November 16, 2021, Council meeting.
3. IRONMAN 70.3 INDIAN WELLS-LA QUINTA TRIATHLON – 2021
EVENT UPDATE AND ROUTE
Mayor Evans noted that the Council received a hand-out distributed by staff
related to the community outreach schedule and community materials for
the Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells – La Quinta (Ironman) triathlon, which were
made publicly available, and will be included in the public record and agenda
packet of this meeting.
Traffic Operations Analyst Gunterson provided a detailed presentation on
the Ironman triathlon route, traffic control plan, traffic flow, signage plan,
and noted the route maps are available on the City’s website.
Council discussed emergency vehicles are given priority and the race can
be stopped to accommodate proper access and path of travel for emergency
vehicles; changeable electronic message signs have been placed in the
cities of Palm Desert and Indian Wells notifying citizens of the Washington
Street and Highway 111 road closures during the race; the Highway 111
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commercial corridor in La Quinta will be open during the race; importance
to open the road closures as soon as possible immediately following the last
race participant; the equipment pick-up and road closure opening efforts
will be a collaboration between the traffic control company hired for the
race, City staff, and Riverside County Sheriff’s Department staff; and City
staff will be monitoring and managing traffic controls from the traffic control
room at City Hall.
Community Resources Director Escobedo outlined the City’s community
outreach efforts.
Council inquired about the Salton Sea Triathlon Club engagement and
participation in this year’s race and how the mandatory vaccination
requirement imposed by the Indian Wells Tennis Garden venue has affected
participation in the race.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Sabrina Houston, Race Director with Ironman – said the
Salton Sea Triathlon Club are very much engaged and providing assistance
to the race organizers; the mandatory vaccination requirement has reduced
the number of race participants by approximately one-third; and the
mandatory vaccination requirement is specific to this race as it was imposed
by the Indian Wells Tennis Garden venue.
4. PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF DIABETES AWARENESS
AND PREVENTION MONTH – NOVEMBER 2021
Alicia Hollins, Founder of The Eight, Inc., a community-driven, grassroots
organization founded in 2006 and focused to address the health and
wellness disparities among Riverside County’s most vulnerable populations
by promoting the eight dimensions of emotional, environmental, financial,
intellectual, occupational, physical, social, and spiritual “whole-wellness” as
a lifestyle to people in need through resources, education, and partnership;
Ms. Hollins spoke of the organization’s efforts to increase diabetes
awareness, promote healthy lifestyles to help prevent diabetes, and assist
the community with seeking medical assistance.
Mayor Evans, on behalf of the City Council, presented Ms. Hollins with a
proclamation in recognition of Diabetes Awareness and Prevention Month
and thanked her for her efforts and service.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
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2. EXCUSE ABSENCE OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER PROCTOR
FROM THE OCTOBER 26, 2021, PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING
3. AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE CITY CLERK AND
MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT IN THE CLERK’S OFFICE TO ATTEND
THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CITY CLERKS’ NEW LAW
AND ELECTIONS SEMINAR IN UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIFORNIA,
DECEMBER 8 – 10, 2021
4. ADOPT RESOLUTION DESIGNATING SPEED LIMITS FOR ADAMS
STREET FROM FRED WARING DRIVE TO MILES AVENUE; FOR
CALEO BAY DRIVE FROM AVENUE 47 TO AVENUE 48; AND FOR
AVENUE 52 FROM AVENIDA BERMUDAS TO DESERT CLUB DRIVE
[RESOLUTION NO. 2021-039]
5. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO APPLY AND RECEIVE FUNDS FROM
STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 68 PER CAPITA GRANT
PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $203,321.54 AND DESIGNATE
THE FUNDS FOR THE CV LINK REGIONAL TRAIL PROJECT
[RESOLUTION NO. 2021-040]
6. APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR SMART INFRASTRUCTURE PILOT
PROGRAM AND APPROVE SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH
FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS OF AMERICA, INC. FOR THE LA
QUINTA X-PARK PROJECT NO. 2015-09 TO PROVIDE INTERNET
SERVICES FOR THE PRO SHOP BUILDING LOCATED AT 46130
DUNE PALMS ROAD
7. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO VENUE HOSTING AGREEMENT
WITH WORLD TRIATHLON CORPORATION, LLC. TO HOST THE
IRONMAN 70.3 INDIAN WELLS – LA QUINTA TRIATHLON FOR
TWO ADDITIONAL YEARS
8. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTERS DATED OCTOBER 15 AND 22,
2021
9. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED
JUNE 30, 2021
10. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED
JULY 31, 2021
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CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NOS. 6 AND 7
Mayor Evans said the City will be monitoring the “smart infrastructure” pilot
program being approved under Consent Calendar Item No. 6; and Consent
Calendar Item No. 7 was approving a two-year term extension to host the
Ironman 70.3 race.
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers
Peña/Fitzpatrick to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended, with Item
Nos. 4 and 5 adopting Resolution Nos. 2021-039 and 2021-040, respectively.
Motion passed unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPROVE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT WITH BAY SHORE
INC. TO ACQUIRE A CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 78370
HIGHWAY 111 FOR PARK AREA AND CV LINK REGIONAL TRAIL
PROJECT
Director of Business Unit and Housing Development Villalpando presented the
staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s Office.
Council discussed when the property is developed, this park area can be used
by citizens as an outside dining/picnic area similar to the Civic Center Campus
park; and availability of grant funding.
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers
Peña/Sanchez to approve Purchase and Sale Agreement with Bay Shore Inc.
to acquire certain property located at 78370 Highway 111 for park area to
integrate with CV Link Regional Trail project; and authorize the City Manager
to execute the Agreement. Motion passed unanimously.
2. AWARD CONTRACT TO HARDY AND HARPER, INC. FOR THE LAKE
CAHUILLA ROAD PAVEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2021-
07 LOCATED BETWEEN THE QUARRY DEVELOPMENT ENTRANCE
AND LAKE CAHUILLA PARK
Public Works Director/City Engineer McKinney presented the staff report,
which is on file in the Clerk’s Office.
Council discussed the anticipated timeline to conduct the road repairs; one
lane of the road will remain open while the paving improvements are made to
allow campers to access Lake Cahuilla; other events are being coordinated to
accommodate the improvements schedule; safety is a priority and La Quinta
has taken the lead to complete the necessary road improvements prior to the
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upcoming IRONMAN race in December, even though this road segment is
within the jurisdiction of Riverside County and not within City limits; and the
City is seeking the collaboration and partnership of the entities that will benefit
from this project in sharing the costs for the improvements.
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers
Peña/Sanchez to award a contract to Hardy and Harper, Inc. in the amount
$115,000 for the Lake Cahuilla Road Pavement Improvement Project No.
2021-07, located between the Quarry development entrance and Lake
Cahuilla Park; and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract,
contingent upon a Funding Agreement with the County of Riverside, City of
Indian Wells, and IRONMAN.
3. INTRODUCE FOR FIRST READING AN ORDINANCE ADDING
CHAPTER 6.05 TO THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED
TO SHORT-LIVED CLIMATE POLLUTANTS (ORGANIC WASTE
MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING) PURSUANT TO SENATE BILL
1383 (STATS. 2016, CH. 395) [ORDINANCE NO. 597]
Director of Business Unit and Housing Development Villalpando introduced
Management Specialist Griffin who presented the staff report, which is on file
in the Clerk’s Office.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Clara Vera, Municipal Marketing Manager with Burrtec
Waste & Recycling – spoke of Burrtec’s and the City’s outreach and education
efforts, collaboration and partnership to implement a Commercial Waste
Organics Program Compliance in La Quinta pursuant to Assembly Bill 1826,
which requires businesses that generate specified amount of organic waste
(compost) to arrange for organics collection services, which is also part of SB
1383 and aim to increase diversion of organics waste and reduce methane gas
emissions; commended La Quinta businesses for their collaboration; explained
the essence of this effort is focused on getting businesses, primarily
restaurants, to divert food scraps and separate them into organics waste bins
which are collected by Burrtec and taken to Coachella Valley Composting
facility, instead of regular waste which goes into the land fill, as well as efforts
to reduce food waste; educational and partnership efforts with school districts,
FIND Food Bank, etc.; available grant funding; there will be a number of
compliance efforts that will be rolled out in phases; the colors of the trash
cans for the different types of waste will change eventually as part of these
compliance efforts; implementation timeline; compost is purchased and used
by the community for soil renourishment; possibility for community
composting; and importance and plans to provide the community with
extensive education on these efforts.
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MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers
Fitzpatrick/Peña to take up Ordinance No. 597 by title and number only and
waive further reading. Motion passed unanimously.
City Clerk Radeva read the following title of Ordinance No. 597 into the record:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 6.05 TO THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATED TO SHORT-LIVED CLIMATE POLLUTANTS (ORGANICS
WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING) PURSUANT TO SENATE BILL
1383 (STATS. 2016, CHAPTER 395)
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers
Fitzpatrick/Peña to introduce at first reading Ordinance No. 597 to add Chapter
6.05 to the La Quinta Municipal Code related to Short-Lived Climate Pollutants
(Organics Waste Management and Recycling), as recommended. Motion
passed unanimously.
STUDY SESSION – None
PUBLIC HEARINGS – None
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS – None
MAYOR’S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ITEMS
Councilmember Peña requested that staff schedule a study session discussion
on Senate Bill 9 (SB 9) (2021), the California Housing Opportunity and More
Efficiency (HOME) Act and other new and pending legislation. City Attorney
Ihrke said he is preparing a summary and will be conducting a training for
staff on SB 9 and other housing- and land-use related bills which will be
distributed to Council and the Housing Authority as well.
Mayor Evans asked staff to prepare and send out letters to La Quinta
businesses who implemented outdoor dining accommodations due to the
pandemic notifying them that as long as the accommodations are safe and
compliant with City codes, the City will not prohibit the use of such
accommodations. City Manager McMillen confirmed that staff is already
working on this effort and letters will be sent out very shortly.
Mayor Evans said she will participate in the “Helping Hands” breakfast to be
held on November 16, 2021, at the La Quinta Country Club, as part of her
involvement with the 2021 American Express PGA Tour golf tournament
hosted by the Mickelson Foundation, which will grant over $1 Million Dollars
in donations to local charities.
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Mayor Evans commended City staff for quickly removing inappropriate graffiti
on the picnic tables, sitting rocks, trash cans, columns, etc. at the Cove Oasis
trail head.
Mayor Evans said the Palm Springs City Council is going to consider a
resolution at their November 4, 2021, meeting to potentially mandate that
any new house being built, or any house built before 2010 that is being
remodeled become 100% electric; noted she will study this matter more; and
Council expressed general disapproval, and noted that it is inefficient and that
electricity is generally generated by the burning of gas.
Council expressed their excitement about the upcoming Veterans Day
celebration scheduled to be held in the courtyard of City Hall on November 11,
2021, starting at 9:00 a.m.; and about the upcoming Art Celebration
scheduled for November 11-14, 2021, at the Civic Center Campus.
Councilmember Sanchez reported on his and Mayor Evans’ attendance at the
City of Indian Wells State of the City event held on October 27, 2021, at the
Renaissance Indian Wells Resort & Spa.
Mayor Evans and Councilmembers Peña and Sanchez reported on their
attendance at the Annual La Quinta High School Homecoming Parade held at
Old Town La Quinta on October 20, 2021, and said there was a great turn-
out.
Council discussed the landscaping along the Bear Creek Trail.
Councilmember Peña reported on his attendance at the Concerts in the Park
event held on October 23, 2021, at the SilverRock Event Site, and noted there
was high attendance and great feedback from the Community.
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
La Quinta’s representative for 2021, Councilmember Peña reported on his
participation in the following organization’s meeting:
IID ENERGY CONSUMERS’ ADVISORY COMMITTEE
La Quinta’s representative for 2021, Mayor Pro Tem Radi reported on his
participation in the following organizations’ meetings:
CVAG TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
SUNLINE TRANSIT AGENCY
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CLOSED SESSION – Continued
2. ANNUAL PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54957, COUNCIL
APPOINTED POSITION – CITY MANAGER
COUNCIL RECESSED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE MEETING
AND MOVED INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 6:09 P.M.
MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE OPEN SESSION PORTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 6:28 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 54950 et seq. (Brown Act):
CLOSED SESSION ITEM NO. 2 – Council completed the City
Manager’s annual performance evaluation and reaffirmed his
appointment.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by
Councilmembers Radi/Fitzpatrick to adjourn at 6:28 p.m. Motion passed
unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
TUESDAY, November 16, 2021
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council was called to order at 3:30
p.m. by Mayor Evans.
This meeting provided teleconferencing accessibility pursuant to Executive
Orders N-60-20 and N-08-21 executed by the Governor of California, and
subsequently Assembly Bill 361 (AB 361, 2021), enacted 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 in 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, Management Assistant McGinley, Director of Business Unit and
Housing Development Villalpando, Community Resources Director Escobedo,
Public Safety Manager Mendez, Community Resources Manager Calderon,
Human Resources Analyst Triplett, Public Works Director/City Engineer
McKinney, Management Analyst Mignogna, Interim Finance Director Martinez,
Design and Development Director Castro
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Councilmember Fitzpatrick requested to pull Consent Calendar Item No. 4 for
separate vote; and said she will recuse herself and abstain from discussion
and vote on this item due to a potential conflict of interest stemming from the
proximity of her real property to the project location. Council concurred.
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED
LITIGATION. SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (2) OR (3) OF SUBDIVISION (d) OF
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 2
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GOVERNMENT CODE 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
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 4:05 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 54957.1 (Brown Act).
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Fitzpatrick led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
PUBLIC SPEAKER IN-PERSON: Alena Callimanis, La Quinta – spoke about
California State regulation changes to water allocations that will affect the
Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) water supply.
PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: Armita Ariano, Staff
Attorney with Coachella Valley Waterkeeper – urged the City not to rely on
representations made by CVWD regarding water supply for the proposed Wave
at Coral Mountain Resort project because CVWD’s current water budget is
inadequate; provided comments regarding the Draft Environmental Impact
Report for this project; expressed concerns about the diminishing water
supply of the Colorado river; spoke of the importance of water conservation,
and in opposition of the Wave project.
PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: Brad Anderson,
Rancho Mirage – said he wanted to provide comments related to Consent
Calendar Item No. 2 with regards to affirming Resolution No. 2021-035 which
authorizes staff to continue to implement teleconference accessibility for
public meetings; urged Council not to re-affirm this Resolution; and expressed
concerns about the application of teleconference accessibility for public
meetings by public agencies.
PUBLIC SPEAKER VIA TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY: David Dinnel, Los
Angeles/La Quinta – said he was not surprised that the Neighbors for
Neighborhoods organization has filed an intent to circulate a petition that
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proposes to bring a ballot measure to the La Quinta voters to ban short-term
vacation rentals (STVRs) in residential areas; and spoke in support of STVRs.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1. INTRODUCE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT NEW
BATTALION CHIEF PAUL HEITZMANN
Riverside County Fire Division Chief Bryan White introduced Mr. Heitzmann
who was recently promoted to Battalion Chief; Mr. Heitzmann gave a brief
presentation about his training, qualifications, and experience; and said he is
excited to serve La Quinta.
2. TALUS - PROJECT STATUS UPDATE
PUBLIC SPEAKERS IN-PERSON: Project Manager Josh Frantz and Chief
Operating Officer Bruce Maize with Robert Green Company provided a
detailed presentation on the project’s overall progress and sequence of
activities onsite for 1) Montage Hotel and Spa, including vertical
construction in the near future, 2) Montage Guestrooms Phase I, 3)
Montage Residences, 4) Conference and Shared Services Building, 5) Golf
Clubhouse, 6) Pendry Residences, and 7) Pendry Hotel.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Public comments related to Consent Calendar Item No. 2 were provided by
Mr. Brad Anderson, as noted above under the “Public Comments on Matters
Not on the Agenda” section.
1. APPROVE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 19, 2021
2. AFFIRM RESOLUTION NO. 2021-035 FINDINGS RELATED TO THE
STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO COVID-19 AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO CONTINUE TO IMPLEMENT TELECONFERENCE
ACCESSIBILITY TO CONDUCT PUBLIC MEETINGS PURSUANT TO
ASSEMBLY BILL 361 (STATS. 2021, CH. 165)
3. ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 597 ON SECOND READING ADDING
CHAPTER 6.05 TO THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED
TO SHORT-LIVED CLIMATE POLLUTANTS (ORGANICS WASTE
MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING) PURSUANT TO SENATE BILL
1383 (STATS. 2016, CH. 395)
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4. pulled for a separate vote by Councilmember Fitzpatrick >>> ACCEPT
MONROE STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT NO.
2020-01, LOCATED ON MONROE STREET FROM AVENUE 52 TO
MOUNTAIN SPUR DRIVE TO AVENUE 53, AND AVENUE 61
5. ACCEPT EISENHOWER BASIN FENCE AND DRAINAGE
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. 2017-04 LOCATED ON THE WEST
SIDE OF EISENHOWER DRIVE AND NORTH SIDE OF CALLE
TAMPICO BETWEEN EISENHOWER DRIVE AND AVENIDA
BERMUDAS
6. AWARD CONTRACT TO URBAN HABITAT FOR THE SILVERROCK
RETENTION BASIN SOIL STABILIZATION PROJECT NO. 2020-07,
LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF AVENUE 52 AND
SILVERROCK WAY
7. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED
AUGUST 31, 2021
8. APPROVE DEMAND REGISTERS DATED OCTOBER 29 AND
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Peña/Radi
to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1-3 and 5-8 as recommended, with
Item No. 3 adopting Ordinance No. 597. Motion passed unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 4
COUNCILMEMBER FITZPATRICK RECUSED HERSELF AND SAID SHE WILL
ABSTAIN FROM DISCUSSION AND VOTE ON THIS ITEM DUE TO A
POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST STEMMING FROM THE PROXIMITY OF
HER REAL PROPERTY TO THE PROJECT LOCATION
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Peña/Radi
to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 4 as recommended. Motion Passed:
ayes – 4, noes – 0, abstain – 1 (Fitzpatrick).
BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPROVE CANCELLATION OF REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF JANUARY 4, 2022
Council waived presentation of the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s
Office.
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MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers Peña/Radi
to approve cancellation of the regular City Council meeting of January 4, 2022.
Motion passed unanimously.
STUDY SESSION – None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS – after 5:00 p.m.
1. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS AND EXECUTE SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2022/23 [RESOLUTION NO. 2021-041]
This item was considered out of Agenda order after 5:00 p.m. as advertised
by the public hearing notice publication.
The Items below were taken out of Agenda order
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS – None
MAYOR’S AND COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ITEMS
Council reported on a successful 2021 Veterans Day recognition ceremony
held on November 11, 2021, in the courtyard at City Hall and commended
staff on the great execution of the event.
Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported on her attendance at the La Quinta
Museum Opening Reception held on November 10, 2021, and encouraged
citizens to visit the Museum and experience the newly expanded local history
exhibit on “The Story of La Quinta.”
Council reported on their attendance at The Palms Senior Community assisted
living on Veteran’s Day where they presented Certificates of Appreciation to
26 Veterans for their service.
Council reported on their attendance at the 2021 La Quinta Art Celebration on
November 11, 2021; the Art Celebration was held November 11 – 14, 2021,
at the Civic Center Campus; and the event had the highest attendance ever.
Mayor Evans reported on her attendance, along with Councilmember
Fitzpatrick, at the Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon hosted by the La Quinta
Art Celebration on November 16, 2021, at the Cantina at the El Dorado Polo
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Club in Indio. Mayor Evans noted that the preliminary attendance estimates
showed attendance for 2021 was higher than 2020, local attendance has
increased, and artists had a great turn-out; and Scope Events, the producer
of the Art Celebration event, will be looking into holding this event in March
and November each year going forward.
Mayor Evans reported on her participation at the “Helping Hands” breakfast,
held on November 16, 2021, at the La Quinta Country Club, where $1.1 Million
in donations were distributed to 36 local charities from the 2021 American
Express PGA Tour golf tournament, hosted by the Mickelson Foundation.
Councilmember Sanchez noted Grocery Outlet opened on November 4, 2021,
at the Village shopping center.
Councilmember Sanchez reported on his attendance at the Indio Sunrise
Rotary Club First Responders Breakfast held on November 16, 2021, at
Heritage Palms in Indio.
Councilmembers Sanchez and Peña reported on their participation on the
annual Art in Public Places Ad-hoc Committee, along with Community Services
Commissioners Tammy Gordon and Sally Shelton, which toured the 2021 La
Quinta Art Celebration and purchased two art pieces to be displayed at public
facilities in the City. Council expressed a desire to rotate existing art in the
City to alternate locations.
Mayor Evans said the City received an “Art of the Swing” print by Artist Daryl
Thetford, who participated in the La Quinta Art Celebration, at the Volunteer
Appreciation Luncheon; the print will be displayed at City Hall.
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
La Quinta’s representative for 2021, Councilmember Fitzpatrick reported on
her participation in the following organizations’ meetings:
COACHELLA VALLEY MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
La Quinta’s representative for 2021, Councilmember Peña reported on his
participation in the following organization’s meeting:
COACHELLA VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL
DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES
La Quinta’s representative for 2021, Councilmember Sanchez reported on his
participation in the following organization’s meeting:
ANIMAL CAMPUS COMMISSION
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MAYOR EVANS CALLED FOR A BRIEF RECESS AT 4:55 P.M. UNTIL 5:00
P.M. WHEN COUNCIL WILL TAKE UP THE NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING
MAYOR EVANS RECONVENED THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 5:01 P.M.
WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT
PUBLIC HEARINGS – after 5:00 p.m.
1. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS AND EXECUTE SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2022/23 [RESOLUTION NO. 2021-041]
Public Works Director/City Engineer McKinney introduced Management
Analyst Mignogna who presented the staff report, which is on file in the Clerk’s
Office.
Council discussed the likelihood that the County is likely to approve staff’s
request to reallocate the available balance of $5,200 from the public services
category to public improvements; and the Boys and Girls Club did not want to
request the full amount available under this grant funding.
MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 5:06 P.M.
PUBLIC SPEAKER – None.
MAYOR EVANS DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 5:06 P.M.
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Councilmembers
Fitzpatrick/Sanchez to adopt Resolution No. 2021-041 to authorize the City
Manager to submit applications to the Riverside County Economic
Development Agency for Community Development Block Grant funds; execute
the Supplemental Agreements for Fiscal Year 2022/23; and allocate $18,200
to the Boys and Girls Club of the Coachella Valley Fee Waiver/Reduction
Program, $132,600 to the City of La Quinta’s Americans with Disabilities Act
Improvements Project, and authorize an additional allocation of $5,200 for
public improvements if approved by Riverside County:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING PROPOSALS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS, AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022/2023
Motion passed unanimously.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by
Councilmembers Radi/Fitzpatrick to adjourn at 5:07 p.m. Motion passed
unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING: December 7, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: AFFIRM RESOLUTION NO. 2021-035 FINDINGS RELATED TO
THE STATE OF EMERGENCY DUE TO COVID-19 AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO CONTINUE TO IMPLEMENT TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY
TO CONDUCT PUBLIC MEETINGS PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 361 (STATS.
2021, CH. 165)
RECOMMENDATION
Affirm Resolution No. 2021-035 findings related to the state of emergency due
to COVID-19 authorizing the City Manager to continue to implement
teleconference accessibility to conduct public meetings pursuant to Assembly
Bill 361 (Stats. 2021, Ch. 165).
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361 (Stats. 2021, Ch. 165) (AB 361), which
waived certain provisions of the Ralph M. Brown Act (Brown Act) and
authorized local agencies to hold public meetings via teleconferencing
whenever a state of emergency exists that makes it unsafe to meet in
person, Council must reconsider the circumstances of the state of
emergency every 30 days and affirm the required findings in order to
continue to allow teleconference accessibility for public meetings.
On September 28, 2021, Council adopted Resolution No. 2021-035
(Attachment 1) making the required findings under AB 361 and
authorizing the City Manager to implement teleconference accessibility to
conduct public meetings.
FISCAL IMPACT – None.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
AB 361 was signed into law by the Governor on September 16, 2021, which
went into effect immediately as urgency legislation (codified under
Government Code § 54953) and waived certain provisions of the Brown Act in
order to allow local agencies to continue to meet remotely. Specifically, the
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bill allows remote teleconference flexibility, but only when there is a state of
emergency that makes it unsafe to meet in person.
In addition, AB 361 added specific procedures and clarified the requirements
for conducting remote meetings, including the opportunity for the public to
provide public comment in real time; the legislative body shall take no actions
during disruptions; and the legislative body, by majority vote, shall determine
that meeting in person would present imminent risk to the health or safety of
attendees and shall affirm these findings every 30 days, in order to continue
to allow teleconference accessibility for conducting public meetings
[Government Code § 54953(e)(3)]. AB 361 will sunset on January 1, 2024.
The City has implemented procedures for conducting public meetings to
ensure full compliance with AB 361. In addition to the ability to attend public
meetings in-person, teleconference accessibility via call-in option or an
internet-based service option (via the Zoom Webinars platform) is listed on
the published agenda for each meeting as well as on the City’s website. The
City monitors attendance via teleconference as well as email correspondence
(as published on the agenda) throughout each public meeting and provides
access for public comment opportunities in real time both verbally and in
writing.
On September 28, 2021, Council adopted Resolution No. 2021-035 making
the initially required findings under AB 361 in order to allow the City to
continue to offer teleconference accessibility for public meetings after
September 30, 2021, to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
As noted above, Council must reconsider the state of emergency due to
COVID-19 every 30 days and affirm the findings under Resolution No. 2021-
035 in order to continue to allow teleconference accessibility for conducting
public meetings.
•September 28, 2021 - Resolution No. 2021-035 adopted
•October 19, 2021 - findings affirmed
•November 16, 2021 - findings affirmed
Prepared by: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
Approved by: Jon McMillen, City Manager
Attachment: 1. Council Resolution No. 2021-035
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RESOLUTION NO. 2021 - 035
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
IMPLEMENT TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY
FOR CONDUCTING PUBLIC MEETINGS
PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 361 (STATS.
2021, CH. 165)
WHEREAS, on March 4, 2020, the Governor of California proclaimed a
State of Emergency to exist in California as a result of the threat of novel
coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); and
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2020, the City Council adopted Emergency
Resolution No. EM 2020-001, proclaiming a local emergency as defined in La
Quinta Municipal Code Section 2.20.020, due to the threat of the existence
and spread of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2020, the Governor of California executed
Executive Order N-29-20 which suspended and modified specified provisions
in the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code Section § 54950 et seq.) and
authorized local legislative bodies to hold public meetings via teleconferencing
and to make public meeting accessible telephonically or otherwise
electronically to all members of the public seeking to observe and address the
local legislative body; and
WHEREAS, on June 11, 2021, the Governor of California executed
Executive Order N-08-21 which extended the provisions of Executive Order N-
29-20 concerning teleconference accommodations for public meetings through
September 30, 2021; and
WHEREAS, on September 16, 2021, the Governor of California signed
into law Assembly Bill 361 (AB 361, Rivas) (Stats. 2021, ch. 165) amending
Government Code § 54953 and providing alternative teleconferencing
requirements to conduct public meetings during a proclaimed state of
emergency; and
WHEREAS, AB 361 (Stats. 2021, ch. 165) imposes requirements to
ensure members of the public are able to attend and participate in public
meetings conducted via teleconference, including:
ATTACHMENT 1
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Resolution No. 2021 – 035
Teleconference Procedures for Conducting Public Meetings Pursuant to AB 361 (Stats. 2021, ch. 165)
Adopted: September 28, 2021
Page 2 of 4
Notice of the means by which members of the public may access the
meeting and offer public comment, including an opportunity for all
persons to attend via a call-in option or an internet-based service
option;
The legislative body shall take no further action on agenda items when
there is a disruption which prevents the public agency from broadcasting
the meeting, or in the event of a disruption within the local agency’s
control which prevents members of the public from offering public
comments, until public access is restored;
Prohibits the legislative body from requiring public comments to be
submitted in advance of the meeting and specifies that the legislative
body must provide an opportunity for members of the public to address
the legislative body and offer comments in real time;
Prohibits the legislative body from closing the public comment period
until the public comment period has elapsed or until a reasonable
amount of time has elapsed; and
WHEREAS, the City has already implemented and is in full compliance
with the requirements listed above when conducting public meetings via
teleconference, which are now codified in Government Code § 54953(e)(2)(B-
G); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code § 54953(e)(B), the
legislative body shall hold a meeting during a proclaimed state of emergency
for the purpose of determining, by majority vote, whether as a result of the
emergency, meeting in person would present imminent risks to the health and
safety of attendees. The City Council must make these findings no later than
30 days after the first teleconferenced meeting is held pursuant to AB 361
(Stats. 2021, ch. 165) after September 30, 2021, and must also make these
findings every 30 days thereafter, in order to continue to allow teleconference
accessibility for conducing public meetings.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City
of La Quinta, California, as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby declares that the recitals set forth
above are true and correct, and incorporated into this resolution as findings
of the City Council.
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Resolution No. 2021 – 035
Teleconference Procedures for Conducting Public Meetings Pursuant to AB 361 (Stats. 2021, ch. 165)
Adopted: September 28, 2021
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SECTION 2. The City Council hereby declares that a state of emergency
as a result of the threat of COVID-19 still exists and continues to impact the
ability of members of the public, the City Council, City Boards, Commissions,
and Committees, City staff and consultants to meet safely in person.
SECTION 3. The State of California and the City of La Quinta continue to
follow safety measures in response to COVID-19 as ordered or recommended
by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), California
Department of Public Health (DPH), and/or County of Riverside, as applicable,
including facial coverings when required and social distancing.
SECTION 4. The City Council hereby declares that, pursuant to the
findings listed in this Resolution, the City Manager is authorized to utilize
teleconferencing accessibility to conduct public meetings pursuant to AB 361
(Stats. 2021, ch. 165) and Government Code § 54953, as amended thereby.
SECTION 5. Severability: If any section, subsection, subdivision,
sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Resolution is, for any reason, held
to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent
jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions
of this Resolution. The City Council hereby declares that it would have
adopted this Resolution and each and every section, subsection, subdivision,
sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any
one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases,
or portions thereof be declared unconstitutional.
SECTION 6. Effective Date: This Resolution shall become effective
immediately upon adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta City Council held on this 28th day of September, 2021, by the following
vote:
AYES: Council Members Fitzpatrick, Peña, Radi, Sanchez, Mayor
Evans
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: December 7, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE MARKETING
MANAGER TO ATTEND 2022 VISIT CALIFORNIA OUTLOOK FORUM IN SAN
FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, FEBRUARY 13-16, 2022
RECOMMENDATION
Authorize overnight travel for the Marketing Manager to attend 2022 Visit
California Outlook Forum in San Francisco, California, February 13-16, 2022.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
•Outlook Forum is the Golden State’s travel industry’s premier
annual conference, bringing together experts from around the world
to share insights and strategies on tourism’s biggest topics.
FISCAL IMPACT
Estimated expenses are $2,850; this cost includes conference registration,
lodging, transportation, and meals. Funds are available in the 2021/22
Marketing Department’s Travel and Training budget (101-3007-60320).
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
Visit California is the Golden State’s official travel and training board with the
primary role of developing and maintaining global marketing programs – in
partnership with the state’s travel industry – that keep California top of mind as
a premier travel destination. By attending this summit, the Marketing Manager
will learn and reinforce the value proposition of tourism, ensuring that local
businesses, opinion-shapers, media and residents understand the
economic impact and benefit of tourism to the local economy. Additionally,
the in-depth sessions at Visit California Outlook Forum will assist in
navigating the post-COVID landscape and develop the City’s tourism
strategy. This allows the City to be more innovative and in the forefront
within the Coachella Valley.
ALTERNATIVES
Council may elect not to approve this request.
Prepared by: Marcie Graham, Marketing Manager
Approved by: Jon McMillen, City Manager
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AGENDA TITLE: AUTHORIZE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO
ATTEND LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CITY MANAGER’S CONFERENCE IN
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA, FEBRUARY 2-4, 2022
RECOMMENDATION
Authorize overnight travel for the City Manager to attend the League of California
Cities City Manager’s Conference in Monterey, California, February 2-4, 2022.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
•The League of California Cities (League) is an association of California cities
who collaborate to exchange information and combine resources to influence
state legislation.
•The League’s annual City Manager’s Conference (Conference) provides
attendees the opportunity to participate in education sessions, discussion
forums and networking.
FISCAL IMPACT
Estimated expenses are $2,100; this cost includes conference registration,
lodging, transportation, and meals. Funds are available in the City Manager's
Office Travel and Training budget account no. 101-1002-60320.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The League’s Conference provides an opportunity for local leaders to learn from
leading experts as well as from their peers. This Conference provides city officials
with essential information and updates. Education sessions and forums will include
topics such as communication, economic development, public safety, COVID-19
impacts and technology.
ALTERNATIVES
Council could elect to deny this request.
Prepared by: Teresa Thompson, Management Specialist
Approved by: Jon McMillen, City Manager
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 5
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING: December 7, 2021
STAFF REPORT
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: December 7, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ADOPT RESOLUTION TO AMEND FISCAL YEAR 2021/22
SALARY SCHEDULE INCREASING THE MINIMUM WAGE RATE EFFECTIVE
JANUARY 1, 2022
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution to amend fiscal year 2021/22 Salary Schedule increasing
the minimum wage rate effective January 1, 2022.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On April 14, 2016, California Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 3
(Stats. 2016, Ch. 4, Leno), raising California's minimum wage by set
amounts each year to reach $15 per hour by January 1, 2022, for
employers with 26 or more employees.
The City's part-time Recreation and Senior Recreation Leaders will be
affected by this change.
FISCAL IMPACT
This wage increase has an additional estimated cost of $10,500 in the current
fiscal years 2021/22 budget. Funds are available in the Contingency for
Staffing Account No. 101-1007-50115.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
On January 1, 2022, the State of California minimum wage will increase from
$14 to $15 per hour. The increase to the California minimum wage impacts
the salary schedule for part-time Recreation and Senior Recreation Leaders.
Employers in California are subject to both the federal and state minimum
wage laws. When there are conflicting requirements between federal and state
laws, the employer must follow the stricter standard, which is the most
beneficial to the employee. Since California's current law requires a higher
minimum wage rate than the federal law, all California employers are subject
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to the state minimum wage rate unless their employees are exempt under
California law. This exemption includes outside salespersons, individuals who
are the parent, spouse, or child of the employer, and apprentices regularly
indentured under the State Division of Apprenticeship Standards.
ALTERNATIVES – None
Prepared by: Carla Triplett, Human Resources Analyst
Approved by: Chris Escobedo, Community Resources Director
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RESOLUTION NO. 2021 - XXX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
FISCAL YEAR 2021/22 ADOPTED SALARY
SCHEDULE TO REFLECT A MINIMUM WAGE RATE
INCREASE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2022
WHEREAS, on January 1, 2022, the State of California minimum wage
will increase from $14 to $15 per hour (“Increase”) in accordance with Senate
Bill 3 (Stats. 2016, Ch. 4, Leno) signed into law by California Governor Jerry
Brown on April 14, 2016; and
WHEREAS, the Increase will impact the salary schedule and related
salary steps for part-time Recreation and Senior Recreation Leaders; and
WHEREAS, the City must comply with the State of California minimum
wage law; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Personnel Policy Section 3.5, Preparation and
Adoption of Compensation Plan, requires the City Council to approve the salary
schedule by adopting a Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City
of La Quinta, California, as follows:
SECTION 1. The City does hereby approve the fiscal year 2021/22 salary
schedule, increasing the minimum wage rate, attached hereto as Exhibit A
and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption. The
Fiscal Year 2021/22 Salary Schedule shall go into effect January 1, 2022.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta City Council held on this ______ day of ________ 2021, by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Resolution No. 2021 – XXX
Updated Fiscal Year 2020/21 Salary Schedule to Reflect Minimum Wage Increase
Adopted: December 7, 2021
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________________________
LINDA EVANS, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
____________________________
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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2021/22
Salary Schedule
WORKING TITLE DBM STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 STEP 10
Administrative Assistant
Maintenance Worker I A11 $ 39,594.09 $ 41,573.79 $ 43,553.50 $ 45,533.20 $ 47,512.91 $ 49,125.13 $ 50,737.35 $ 52,349.57 $ 53,961.79 $ 55,574.03
Maintenance Worker II A12 $ 43,561.90 $ 45,740.00 $ 47,918.09 $ 50,096.19 $ 52,274.28 $ 54,048.05 $ 55,821.82 $ 57,595.59 $ 59,369.36 $ 61,143.14
Administrative Technician
Community Resources Coordinator
Management Assistant
Traffic Signal Technician
B21 $ 51,509.43 $ 54,084.91 $ 56,660.38 $ 59,235.85 $ 61,811.32 $ 63,908.82 $ 66,006.32 $ 68,103.82 $ 70,201.32 $ 72,298.82
Account Technician
Building Inspector I
Code Compliance Officer I
Administrative Technician
Permit Technician
B22 $ 55,477.24 $ 58,251.10 $ 61,024.96 $ 63,798.82 $ 66,572.68 $ 68,831.73 $ 71,090.78 $ 73,349.83 $ 75,608.88 $ 77,867.93
Building Inspector II
Code Compliance Officer II
Construction Inspector
Maintenance & Operations Technician
B23 $ 59,445.05 $ 62,417.30 $ 65,389.55 $ 68,361.81 $ 71,334.06 $ 73,754.66 $ 76,175.26 $ 78,595.86 $ 81,016.46 $ 83,437.04
Community Resources Specialist
Deputy City Clerk
Junior Accountant
Maintenance Foreman
Management Specialist
Parks/L&L Foreman
Plans Examiner
B24 $ 64,914.69 $ 68,160.43 $ 71,406.16 $ 74,651.89 $ 77,897.63 $ 80,540.90 $ 83,184.17 $ 85,827.44 $ 88,470.71 $ 91,113.99
Accountant
Management Specialist B25 $ 71,645.28 $ 75,227.54 $ 78,809.80 $ 82,392.07 $ 85,974.33 $ 88,891.79 $ 91,809.25 $ 94,726.71 $ 97,644.17 $ 100,561.65
Animal/Code Officer Supervisor B32 $ 71,645.28 $ 75,227.54 $ 78,809.80 $ 82,392.07 $ 85,974.33 $ 88,891.79 $ 91,809.25 $ 94,726.71 $ 97,644.17 $ 100,561.65
WORKING TITLE DBM STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 STEP 10 STEP 11 STEP 12 STEP 13 STEP 14
Assistant Construction Manager
Associate Planner
Community Resources Analyst
Sr. Emergency Management Coordinator
Financial Services Analyst
Human Resources Analyst
Management Analyst
Traffic Operations Analyst
C42 $ 78,471.50 $ 81,741.41 $ 85,011.32 $ 88,281.22 $ 91,551.13 $ 94,817.11 $ 98,089.38 $ 100,933.97 $ 103,778.56 $ 106,623.15 $ 109,467.74 $ 112,312.33 $ 115,156.92 $ 118,001.50
Associate Engineer
Senior Planner C44 $ 88,163.52 $ 91,837.30 $ 95,511.07 $ 99,184.85 $ 102,858.62 $ 106,527.99 $ 110,204.41 $ 113,400.33 $ 116,596.25 $ 119,792.17 $ 122,988.09 $ 126,184.01 $ 129,379.93 $ 132,575.88
Accounting Manager
Building Official
Community Resources Manager
Hub Manager
Marketing Manager
Planning Manager
Public Safety Manager
D61 $ 100,013.65 $ 104,181.21 $ 108,348.78 $ 112,516.35 $ 116,683.92 $ 120,846.49 $ 125,017.06 $ 128,642.55 $ 132,268.04 $ 135,893.53 $ 139,519.02 $ 143,144.51 $ 146,770.00 $ 150,395.50
Facilities Deputy Director D63 $ 110,265.05 $ 114,859.80 $ 119,454.54 $ 124,049.29 $ 128,644.03 $ 133,233.26 $ 137,831.31 $ 141,828.42 $ 145,825.53 $ 149,822.64 $ 153,819.75 $ 157,816.86 $ 161,813.97 $ 165,811.07
City Clerk
Community Resources Director
Director (Business Unit/Housing Development)
Design & Development Director
Finance Director/City Treasurer
Public Works Director/City Engineer
E82 $ 132,818.51 $ 138,353.05 $ 143,887.60 $ 149,422.15 $ 154,956.70 $ 160,484.60 $ 166,023.13 $ 170,837.80 $ 175,652.47 $ 180,467.14 $ 185,281.81 $ 190,096.48 $ 194,911.15 $ 199,725.80
City Manager F101* $ 180,712.41 $ 188,242.70 $ 195,772.98 $ 203,303.27 $ 210,833.56 $ 218,354.81 $ 225,890.51 $ 232,441.33 $ 238,992.15 $ 245,542.97 $ 252,093.79 $ 258,644.61 $ 265,195.43 $ 271,746.25
Per
Meeting Monthly
Recreation Leader A01 $15.00 $15.75 $16.50 $17.25 $18.00 $0.00 $2,800.00
Senior Recreation Leader A02 $19.00 $19.95 $20.90 $21.85 $22.80 $50.00 $2,300.00
Administrative Technician B21 $24.76 $26.00 $27.24 $28.48 $29.72 $75.00
Software Program Report Writer B24 $31.21 $32.77 $34.33 $35.89 $37.45 $100.00Planning Commission
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES (ANNUAL)
Council Members
Boards and Commission Members
Construction Appeals & Oversight Board
Housing Commission
Community Services & Financial Advisory
Commission
PART-TIME EMPLOYEES (HOURLY)Elected Official
Positions
Mayor
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES (ANNUAL)
City Council Approval
08/03/2021
06/15/2021
Effective Date
08/16/2021
07/01/2021
EXHIBIT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-XXX
Adopted: December 7, 2021
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City of La Quinta
Schedule of Salary Ranges
DBM
MIN -
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4
JOB RATE -
Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9
Merit Max
Step 10 Verification
A11 $39,594.09 $41,573.79 $43,553.50 $45,533.20 $47,512.91 $49,125.13 $50,737.35 $52,349.57 $53,961.79 $55,574.03 0.4035941
A12 $43,561.90 $45,740.00 $47,918.09 $50,096.19 $52,274.28 $54,048.05 $55,821.82 $57,595.59 $59,369.36 $61,143.14 0.4035921
A13 $47,529.70 $49,906.19 $52,282.67 $54,659.16 $57,035.65 $58,970.97 $60,906.29 $62,841.61 $64,776.93 $66,712.24 0.4035905
B21 $51,509.43 $54,084.91 $56,660.38 $59,235.85 $61,811.32 $63,908.82 $66,006.32 $68,103.82 $70,201.32 $72,298.82 0.4036035
B22 $55,477.24 $58,251.10 $61,024.96 $63,798.82 $66,572.68 $68,831.73 $71,090.78 $73,349.83 $75,608.88 $77,867.93 0.4036014
B23 $59,445.05 $62,417.30 $65,389.55 $68,361.81 $71,334.06 $73,754.66 $76,175.26 $78,595.86 $81,016.46 $83,437.04 0.4035994
B24/B31 $64,914.69 $68,160.43 $71,406.16 $74,651.89 $77,897.63 $80,540.90 $83,184.17 $85,827.44 $88,470.71 $91,113.99 0.4035958
B25/B32 $71,645.28 $75,227.54 $78,809.80 $82,392.07 $85,974.33 $88,891.79 $91,809.25 $94,726.71 $97,644.17 $100,561.65 0.4036048
MIN -
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6
JOB RATE -
Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Step 10 Step 11 Step 12 Step 13
Merit Max
Step 14
C41 $74,168.23 $77,258.82 $80,349.41 $83,440.00 $86,530.59 $89,617.47 $92,710.28 $95,398.88 $98,087.48 $100,776.08 $103,464.68 $106,153.28 $108,841.88 $111,530.46
C42 $78,471.50 $81,741.41 $85,011.32 $88,281.22 $91,551.13 $94,817.11 $98,089.38 $100,933.97 $103,778.56 $106,623.15 $109,467.74 $112,312.33 $115,156.92 $118,001.50
C43 $82,774.75 $86,223.98 $89,673.20 $93,122.43 $96,571.65 $100,016.74 $103,468.44 $106,469.02 $109,469.60 $112,470.18 $115,470.76 $118,471.34 $121,471.92 $124,472.52
C44 $88,163.52 $91,837.30 $95,511.07 $99,184.85 $102,858.62 $106,527.99 $110,204.41 $113,400.33 $116,596.25 $119,792.17 $122,988.09 $126,184.01 $129,379.93 $132,575.88
C45 $94,624.87 $98,567.89 $102,510.91 $106,453.93 $110,396.95 $114,335.24 $118,281.09 $121,711.24 $125,141.39 $128,571.54 $132,001.69 $135,431.84 $138,861.99 $142,292.15
D61 $100,013.65 $104,181.21 $108,348.78 $112,516.35 $116,683.92 $120,846.49 $125,017.06 $128,642.55 $132,268.04 $135,893.53 $139,519.02 $143,144.51 $146,770.00 $150,395.50
D62 $105,014.33 $109,390.28 $113,766.23 $118,142.17 $122,518.12 $126,888.82 $131,267.92 $135,074.69 $138,881.46 $142,688.23 $146,495.00 $150,301.77 $154,108.54 $157,915.30
D63 $110,265.05 $114,859.80 $119,454.54 $124,049.29 $128,644.03 $133,233.26 $137,831.31 $141,828.42 $145,825.53 $149,822.64 $153,819.75 $157,816.86 $161,813.97 $165,811.07
D64 $115,778.30 $120,602.78 $125,427.27 $130,251.75 $135,076.23 $139,894.92 $144,722.88 $148,919.84 $153,116.80 $157,313.76 $161,510.72 $165,707.68 $169,904.64 $174,101.63
D65 $120,470.29 $125,490.29 $130,510.29 $135,530.29 $140,550.28 $145,564.26 $150,587.87 $154,954.92 $159,321.97 $163,689.02 $168,056.07 $172,423.12 $176,790.17 $181,157.19
E81 $126,493.81 $131,764.81 $137,035.80 $142,306.80 $147,577.80 $152,842.47 $158,117.26 $162,702.66 $167,288.06 $171,873.46 $176,458.86 $181,044.26 $185,629.66 $190,215.09
E82 $132,818.51 $138,353.05 $143,887.60 $149,422.15 $154,956.70 $160,484.60 $166,023.13 $170,837.80 $175,652.47 $180,467.14 $185,281.81 $190,096.48 $194,911.15 $199,725.80
E83 $139,459.43 $145,270.71 $151,081.98 $156,893.26 $162,704.53 $168,508.83 $174,324.29 $179,379.69 $184,435.09 $189,490.49 $194,545.89 $199,601.29 $204,656.69 $209,712.11
F101 $180,712.41 $188,242.70 $195,772.98 $203,303.27 $210,833.56 $218,354.81 $225,890.51 $232,441.33 $238,992.15 $245,542.97 $252,093.79 $258,644.61 $265,195.43 $271,746.25
NON-DISCRETIONARY STEPS DISCRETIONARY STEPS (PERFORMANCE BASED)
2021/22 ANNUAL SALARY RANGES
Effective June 27, 2016
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: December 7, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO CONTRACT WITH R
DEPENDABLE CONST INC. FOR THE FIRE STATION NO. 70 REVITALIZATION
PROJECT NO. 2019-07 FOR ADDITIO NAL MISCELLANEOUS REQUESTED WORK
RECOMMENDATION
Approve Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $8,616 to Contract with R
Dependable Const Inc. for the Fire Station No. 70 Revitalization Project 2019-
07 for additional miscellaneous r equested work; and authorize the City Manager
to execute the change order.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
•On March 16, 2021, a contract was awarded to R Dependable Const Inc.
(Contractor) for the construction of Fire S tation No. 70 Revitalization
Project (Project) (Attachment 1).
•Change Order No. 2 (Attachment 2) includes four (4) additional work
requests:
Removal of electrical plugs and J boxes ($3,790.40)
Sealing of cracks ($1,000.00)
Two-tone paint ($2,935.50)
Additional soap dispensers ($889.66)
FISCAL IMPACT
Th ere are sufficient funds in the Project budget (Account No. 401-0000-60103)
for change order in the amount of $8,615.56.
Budget
Fire Tax Credit Funds $ 684,000
Total Budget: $ 684,000
Th e following is a list of all change orders to date:
Total Contract
Original Con tract Amount: $539,000.00
Change Order No. 1: $ 33,361.30
Change Order No. 2 (proposed): $ 8,615.56
Final Contract A mount: $580,976.86
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BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
Th e Project entailed renovation of the Station’s interior, reception area,
dormitory, Captain’s bedroom, two bathrooms, constr uction of a new Employee
Development Center Room, paint and flooring throughout. The Project also
includes energy efficiency improvements such as updating the lighting fixtures
with LED lighting, n ew speakers and data ready conduits. The exterior patio
trellis will be renovated. Additive alternates include upgrading the existing
generator and exterior window fixtures to improve efficiency.
Proposed Change Order No. 2 is recommen ded for approval in the amount of
$8,615.56 with no additional working days requested.
The additional work requests in clude the following :
•Removal of Electrical Plugs and J Boxes – during the course of
construction electrical outlets were discovered under existing furniture
which needed to be removed to meet code compliance. During removals
the wiring needed to be modified to keep other outlets operable. This
included additional electrical labor needed to fix the wiring during the
electrical plug J box removals.
•S ealing of cr acks – there were many hair -line cracks discovered after the
existing flooring was removed . Staff requested that they be filled to help
with the aesthetic of the new stained concrete floor.
•Two-Tone Paint – the initial bid document called out for the walls and
ceiling to be the same color. After samples were provided, the Fire
Station Staff requested that the walls and ceiling be separate colors.
•A dditional Soap Dispensers – during the course of construction it was
discovered that the soap dispensers would be in con flict with the cabinets
if placed in the location proposed. Staff requested that soap dispensers
instead be mounted under-counter to remove any potential conflicts.
ALTERNATIVES
Staff does not recommend an alternative.
Prepared by: Julie Mignogna, Management Analyst
Approved by: Bryan McKinney, Public Works Director/ City Engineer
Attachments: 1.Vicinity Map
2. Change Order No. 2
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ATTACHMENT 1
2019-07 Fire Station 70 Revitalization Project
Vicinity Map
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CONTRACT: Fire Station 70 Revitalization
PROJECT NO.: 2019-07
CONTRACTOR: R Dependable Const Inc.
1019 W. 3rd St., Ste. B
San Bernardino, CA 92410
CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 2
Pursuant to the terms of the original Contract Agreement, you are hereby directed to make the herein described
changes or do the following described work not included in the plans and specifications for this Contract. Unless
otherwise stated all work shall conform to the terms, general conditions, and special provisions of the original
Contract.
DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
This Contract Change Order allows for electrical plugs and J boxes Total $3,790.40
This Contract Change Order allows for sealing of cracks Total $1,000.00
This Contract Change Order allows for two-tone paint Total $2,935.50
This Contract Change Order allows for soap dispensers Total $889.66
By reason of this contract change order the time of completion is adjusted as follows: - 0 - days added to
contract time. The contract completion date shall be: 10/13/2021
Submitted By: Date:
Approved By: Date:
We, the undersigned Contractor, have given careful consideration to the change proposed and hereby agree, if this
proposal is approved, that we will provide all equipment, furnish all materials, perform all labor, except as may be noted
above, and perform all services necessary to complete the above specified work, and hereby accept as full payment the
amount shown above, which includes all direct and indirect overhead expenses for any delays.
Accepted By: Title:
Contractor: Date:
Original Contract Amount $539,000.00
Change Order No. 1 $ 33,361.30
Add This Change Order No. 2 $ 8,615.56
Revised Contract Total $580,976.86
ATTACHMENT 2
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING: December 7, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: APPROVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH CLAUDIA
MARTINEZ TO SERVE AS FINANCE DIRECTOR/CITY TREASURER
RECOMMENDATION
Approve At Will Employment Agreement with Claudia Martinez to serve as
Finance Director/City Treasurer effective December 20, 2021; and authorize
the City Manager to execute the agreement.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
•After an extensive nationwide search, the Finance Director/City
Treasurer recruitment closed October 11, 2021, and resulted in the
selection of Claudia Martinez.
•If approved, the At Will Employment Agreement (Agreement) will go
into effect December 20, 2021
FISCAL IMPACT
Base annual salary is $143,887.60 in accordance with the adopted Fiscal Year
2021/22 salary schedule and is budgeted in salary and benefits Account No.
101-1006-50101.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
If approved, the Agreement will go into effect December 20, 2021, for Claudia
Martinez to serve as Finance Director/City Treasurer. The Agreement has
standard terms and conditions, including job duties, base pay, work hours,
specified leave, and severance compensation.
ALTERNATIVES
Council may direct the City Attorney to revise provisions or may reject the
proposed Agreement.
Prepared by: Chris Escobedo, Community Resources Director
Approved by: Jon McMillen, City Manager
Attachment: 1. Employment Agreement with Claudia Martinez
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AT WILL EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
This AT WILL EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and
entered into this 20 day of December, 2021 (the “Effective Date”), by and
between the City of La Quinta, a public body (the “City” or “Employer”), and
Claudia Martinez, an individual (the “Employee”), both of whom understand
as follows:
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the City desires to employ the services of Employee as the
Finance Director/City Treasurer as defined by the job description referenced
herein; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City to establish certain conditions of
employment and to set working conditions of Employee; and
WHEREAS, Employee desires to accept employment as the Finance
Director/City Treasurer.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein
contained, the parties agree as follows:
Section 1. Duties.
Employer hereby agrees to employ said Employee as Finance
Director/City Treasurer of said City to perform the functions and duties
specified in the City of La Quinta CLASS SPECIFICATION – Director assigned
to Finance Director/City Treasurer and as provided by state or federal law,
and to perform other legally permissible and proper duties and functions as
the City Manager shall from time-to-time assign.
Section 2. Term.
A.Employee shall commence services as Finance Director/City
Treasurer on December 20, 2021, which shall also be deemed the effective
date of this Agreement.
B.Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise
interfere with the right of the City Manager acting for the City to terminate
the services of Employee at any time, with or without cause subject only to
the provisions set forth in Section 4, paragraphs A and B, of this Agreement.
Employee is an “AT WILL” employee serving at the pleasure of the City
Manager and subject to summary dismissal without any right of pre- or post-
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termination hearing, or any other form of due process, including any Skelly
hearing.
C.Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise
interfere with the right of the Employee to resign at any time from the position
with Employer, subject only to the provisions set forth in Section 4, paragraph
E, of this Agreement.
D.Employee, with prior written approval of the City Manager, may
undertake outside professional activities for compensation, including
consulting, teaching, speaking and writing provided they do not interfere with
Employee’s normal duties and are done only during vacation or other unpaid
time of Employee and are not done with any existing vendors or contractors
of the City. Under no circumstances shall such outside activities create a
conflict of interest with the duties of the Finance Director/City Treasurer and
the interests of the City.
Section 3. Administrative Leave with Pay.
Employer may place Employee on Administrative Leave with Pay at any
time while employed under this Agreement. Employee shall be entitled to full
pay and benefits during this time. However, if the purpose of placing Employee
on Administrative Leave with Pay is to conduct an investigation into potential
wrongdoing, and after that investigation, Employee is convicted of a crime
involving abuse of office or position, then pursuant to Government Code
Section 53243, Employee shall be required to fully reimburse Employer for
any salary or benefits received while on Administrative Leave with Pay.
“Abuse of office or position” shall be as defined in Government Code Section
53243.4, as may be amended.
Section 4. Discipline, Termination and Severance Pay.
A.In the event Employee is terminated by the City Manager during
such time that Employee is willing and able to perform their duties under this
Agreement, Employee agrees that City Manager will furnish notice of
termination at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of termination
and Employer agrees to pay Employee a lump sum cash payment equal to six
(6) month’s base salary. Pursuant to Government Code Section 53243.2, if
Employee is later convicted of a crime involving abuse of office or position,
then any severance paid under this Section 4.A shall be returned by Employee
to Employer.
B.Employee may be terminated at any time for willful misconduct or
abuse of office or position. The determination of what constitutes willful
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misconduct shall be within the sole discretion of the City Manager; provided
that it shall relate to the welfare of the City. Willful misconduct includes
conduct directly related to conduct in office and the duties in office. It includes
the refusal to follow the lawful directions of the City Manager. It also includes
conduct not directly related to the performance of the official duties of the
office when such conduct has a direct and harmful effect on the welfare or
reputation of the City. Evidence of such direct and harmful effects includes,
but is not limited to, conviction of a felony or a crime of moral turpitude.
Abuse of office or position shall be as defined in Government Code Section
53243.4, as may be amended. In the event that Employee is terminated for
willful misconduct or abuse of office or position, Employer shall have no
obligation to pay, and shall be prohibited from paying, the severance sum
designated in Section 4.A above, or any severance sum at all.
C.Nothing in this Agreement shall prohibit Employer from imposing
discipline less than termination upon Employee, including written reprimands,
suspensions, or reductions in pay. Employee shall not be entitled to any due
process as a result of the implementation of discipline less than termination
and imposing lesser discipline does not in any way change Employee’s At-Will
status.
D.In the event: (1) Employer, at any time while Employee is
employed under this Agreement, reduces the salary or other financial benefits
of Employee (other than a suspension of five (5) working days or less or a
temporary reduction in salary of thirty (30) days or less) in a greater
percentage than an applicable across-the-board reduction of all employees of
Employer; or (2) Employer refuses, following written notice, to comply with
any other provision benefiting Employee herein; or (3) Employee resigns
following a formal suggestion by the City Manager that she resign, then
Employee may elect to be “terminated” as of that time, and shall be entitled
to the severance provisions of Section 4.A above.
E.If Employee voluntarily resigns from their position while employed
under this Agreement, then Employee shall give Employer at least thirty (30)
day advance written notice, unless the parties agree otherwise, and Employee
shall not be entitled to any severance pay.
Section 5. Disability.
If Employee is permanently disabled or is otherwise unable to perform
their duties because of sickness, accident, injury, mental incapacity, or health
for a period of six successive weeks beyond any accrued sick leave or for the
legal duration of the Family & Medical Leave Act (whichever is greatest),
Employer shall have the option to terminate this Agreement. Termination
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pursuant to this Section would not subject the City to payment of severance
benefits as specified under Section 4 above. However, Employee shall be
compensated for any accrued vacation, sick leave, holidays, administrative
leave and other accrued benefits on the same basis as any other employee of
the City pursuant to the Personnel Rules.
Section 6. Salary.
A.Employer agrees to pay Employee for services rendered pursuant
thereto at Step 3 of DBM Salary Rating E82 ($143,887.60 annually), as noted
in the Fiscal Year 2021/22 salary schedule payable in equal installments at the
same time as other employees of the Employer are paid. Salary may be
adjusted in accordance with Section 6.B. hereinafter (if not at top step), or as
adjustments are made to the Salary Schedule for all City employees.
B.A probationary performance and salary evaluation shall be
conducted twelve (12) months following the date of the initial hire based, in
part, on Employee’s successful crafting and implementation of the
Performance-Based Metrics outlined on Exhibit A of this Agreement.
An annual performance and salary evaluation shall be conducted during the
annual evaluation period for all employees each year thereafter. All
performance and salary evaluations shall be conducted in accordance with the
City’s Personnel Rules. During the annual performance and salary evaluation,
the City Manager and the Employee shall develop performance-based
compensation metrics upon which the Employee’s performance and
compensation adjustments shall be based.
Section 7. Hours of Work.
It is recognized that Employee must devote time outside the normal
office hours to business of the Employer. Administrative leave shall be as
provided in the City Personnel Rules and Section 8, below.
Section 8. Vacation, Sick Leave and Administrative Leave.
Employee shall accrue, and have credited to their personal account,
vacation and sick leave as provided for the Finance Director/City Treasurer
pursuant to the Personnel Rules. Employee shall receive eighty (80) hours of
Administrative Leave per year in accordance with the Personnel Rules.
Section 9. Other Benefits.
Employee shall be provided with the same health, dental, vision, life
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insurance and retirement benefits as other general employees of the City.
Employee may also receive an annual physical examination at City expense.
Section 10. Other Terms and Conditions of Employment.
A.The City Manager, in consultation with Employee, shall fix any
such other terms and conditions of employment, as it may determine from
time to time, relating to the performance of Employee, provided such terms
and conditions are not inconsistent with or in conflict with the provisions of
this Agreement, the City’s Municipal Code or any applicable state or federal
law.
B.All regulations and rules of the Employer relating to vacation and
sick leave, retirement and pension system contributions, holidays and other
fringe benefits and working conditions as they now exist or hereafter may be
amended, shall also apply to Employee as they would to other full-time
employees of Employer, in addition to the benefits specifically set forth herein
for the benefit of Employee.
Section 11. Sole Rights.
The severance rights provided in Section 4.A shall constitute the sole
and only entitlement of Employee in the event of termination, other than for
willful misconduct or abuse of power or office, and Employee expressly waives
any and all other rights except as provided herein.
Section 12. Notices.
Notices pursuant to this Agreement shall be given by: (1) email with
verification of delivery; (2) facsimile transmission with confirmation; (3)
personal delivery: (4) overnight delivery service with conformation; or (5)
deposit in the custody of the United States Postal Service, postage prepaid,
addressed as follows:
EMPLOYER: CITY OF LA QUINTA
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
EMPLOYEE: CLAUDIA MARTINEZ
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
Notice shall be deemed given as of the date of personal, overnight
delivery, email, or facsimile service or as of the date of deposit of such written
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notice in the course of transmission in the United States Postal Service.
Section 13. General Provisions.
A.This Agreement shall constitute the entire agreement between the
parties. No prior oral or written communications are incorporated herein.
B.This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of
the heirs at law and executors of Employee.
C.If any provision, or any portion thereof, contained in this
Agreement is held unconstitutional, invalid or unenforceable, the remainder
of this Agreement, or portion thereof, shall be deemed severable, shall not be
affected and shall remain in full force and effect.
D.This Agreement may be signed in counterparts with signature
pages transmitted by email, facsimile, personal delivery or overnight delivery,
all of which will be treated as originals.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City of La Quinta has caused this Agreement
to be dated, signed and executed in its behalf by its City Manager, and duly
attested by its City Clerk, and the Employee has dated, signed and executed
this Agreement, both in duplicate, to become effective as of the Effective Date.
EMPLOYER:
CITY OF LA QUINTA
By:
Jon McMillen, City Manager
Date:
ATTEST:
Monika Radeva, City Clerk
Date:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
William H. Ihrke, City Attorney
Date:
EMPLOYEE:
_________________________________
Claudia Martinez
Date:
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Exhibit “A”
Performance-Based Metrics
Evaluate the Finance Department’s processes and personnel and increase
collaboration with other city departments.
o Within 90 days
1.Evaluate personnel and processes with an emphasis on audit and
year-end processes and provide the City Manager with analysis and
recommendations.
2.Maximize the use of the City’s financial data and provide robust
training programs for Finance department and citywide staff on the
Tyler Financial system including budget monitoring, reporting,
general ledger inquiry, and audit/internal control best practices.
3.Enhance the current Finance department accounting checklist to
include all department and citywide deadlines.
4.Hire and onboard the Accounting Manager position.
o Within 180 days
1.Review and update City’s financial policies as needed and
implement new policies as recommended by auditors.
2.Collaborate with the Design and Development department on
enhancements and updates of permit management software and
assist the Public Works department with implementation of new
work order/asset management system.
3.Attend training events and courses to continue enhancement of
leadership skills, effective communication, delegation, and work/life
balance.
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: December 7, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ADOPT RESOLUTION TO CONFIRM CAMPAIGN
CONTRIBUTION LIMITS TO FOLLOW STATE LAW, ESTABLISH CITY
REGULATIONS RELATING TO SPECIFIED CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS, AND
AUTHORIZE SPECIFIED PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF CITY REGULATIONS
PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 571 (STATS. 2019, CH. 556)
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution to confirm campaign contribution limits to follow State law,
establish City regulations relating to specified campaign contributions, and
authorize specified penalties for violations of City regulations pursuant to
Assembly Bill 571.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
•On January 1, 2021, Assembly Bill 571 (Stats. 2019, Ch. 556, Mullin) (AB
571)had State campaign contribution limits and related regulations apply
to city and county candidates.
•Under AB 571, a city or county has the authority to impose its own
campaign contribution limits and related regulations.
FISCAL IMPACT – None.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The California Political Reform Act (Act) (Government Code section 81000 et.
seq.) was enacted by the California voters in 1974, and it includes provisions
that regulate campaign finance, lobbying activity, and conflict of interest.
AB 571 was signed into law by the Governor in October 2019 and applies the
state-established campaign contribution limits for state candidates to
candidates for city and county offices effective January 1, 2021. The 2021-
2022 default limit for contributions is set at $4,900 per single contributor per
election (Attachment 1). The California Fair Political Practices Commission
(FPPC), the State agency responsible for enforcing the Act, is required to
adjust the limit in January of every odd-numbered year to reflect any increase
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or decrease in the Consumer Price Index, with these adjustments to be
rounded to the nearest $100 for limitations on contributions and $1,000 for
limitations on expenditures.
Under AB 571, a city has the authority to impose its own campaign
contribution limits that are greater or smaller than the limits imposed by the
State. Pursuant to Government section 85702.5 a county or city may, by
ordinance or resolution, impose a limit on contributions to a candidate for
elective county or city office that is different from the default limits set forth
in Government Code section 85301 and adopt enforcement standards for a
violation of that limit. Compliance and enforcement of City established
contribution limits are the responsibility of the City and not the FPPC, and are
not subject to the Act’s provisions. Local governmental agencies are required
to file a copy of local regulations on campaign contribution limits with the
FPPC. As of this writing, there are a total of 174 local campaign ordinances
or resolutions on file with the FPPC.
Currently, the City defaults to state regulations regarding campaign
contribution limits for elective City offices.
Along with the State default campaign contribution limits, AB 571 imposes to
city and county candidates other related provisions that formerly applied only
to state-level candidates (Attachment 2), including the following (the list
below is not all encompassing):
Under state regulations in Title 2 of the California Code of Regulations,
Section 18110 et seq. (“FPPC Regulations”), a candidate for elective
state, county, or city office that has qualified as a committee must
establish a separate controlled committee and campaign bank account
for each specific office. Candidates may not redesignate a committee for
one election to a subsequent election for the same or a different elective
office (FPPC Regulations § 18521);
Candidates may transfer non-surplus campaign funds from one
candidate-controlled committee to another committee controlled by the
same candidate for a different office if the committee receiving the
transfer is for an elective state, county, or city office. The contributions
transferred must be attributed and transferred using the “last in, first
out” or “first in, first out” accounting method and shall not exceed the
applicable contribution limit per contributor (FPPC Regulation §18536
related to the transfer and attribution of contributions);
For candidates seeking to transfer campaign funds from one controlled
committee to another for the same office, a candidate may carry over
non-surplus campaign funds raised in connection with one election to
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pay for campaign expenditures incurred in connect with a subsequent
election for the same office without attributing or using the “last in, first
out” or “first in, first out” accounting method (FPPC Regulation §18537.1
related to carryover of contributions);
Contributions after the date of the election may be accepted to the
extent contributions do not exceed net debts outstanding from the
election, and contributions do not otherwise exceed applicable
contribution limits for that election (FPPC Regulation §18531.64);
Candidates that are currently in office who are running for reelection to
the same seat in an election after January 1, 2021, may carry over
campaign funds without attribution pursuant to otherwise applicable
provisions in the Act and FPPC Regulations.
Staff recommends that the City adopt the attached Resolution, which confirms
the City’s campaign contribution limits will be the State-established campaign
contribution limit, but allows candidates for elective City offices to continue
to: 1) redesignate controlled committees for one election to a subsequent
election for the same or a different City office; 2) redesignate committee bank
accounts for one election to a subsequent election for the same or different
City office; and 3) carry over non-surplus campaign funds raised in connection
with one municipal election to pay for campaign expenditures incurred in
connection with a subsequent municipal election without attribution, being
subject to the campaign contribution limit, or using the “last in, first out” or
“first in, first out” accounting method. In all other aspects, the Act and FPPC
Regulations would remain applicable.
The campaign contribution limits, regulations, and penalties imposed by this
Resolution shall go into effect immediately upon its adoption.
ALTERNATIVES
Council may elect to continue to simply default to state regulations and
not adopt this Resolution.
Council may amend this Resolution and adopt different City regulations
related to campaign contributions.
Council may direct staff to bring back an ordinance to add campaign
contribution regulations into the La Quinta Municipal Code.
Prepared by: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
Approved by: Jon McMillen, City Manager
Attachments: 1. FPPC CA State Contribution Limits 2021-2022
2. AB 571 – FPPC Fact Sheet
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RESOLUTION NO. 2021 - XXX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING
CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION LIMITS TO FOLLOW
STATE LAW, ESTABLISHING CITY REGULATIONS
RELATING TO SPECIFIED CAMPAIGN
CONTRIBUTIONS, AND AUTHORIZING
SPECIFIED PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF
CITY REGULATIONS, PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY
BILL 571 (STATS. 2019, CH. 556)
WHEREAS, The California Political Reform Act, Government Code
section 81000 et seq. (“Act”) was enacted by the California voters in 1974,
and it includes provisions that regulate campaign finance, lobbying activity,
and conflict of interest; and
WHEREAS, the City of La Quinta (“City”) currently does not have
campaign contribution limits or regulations; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Assembly Bill No. 571 (Stats. 2019, Ch. 556,
AB 571 Mullin) (“AB 571”), effective January 1, 2021, a state campaign
contribution limit applies to city and county candidates when the city or county
has not enacted a contribution limit for such candidates; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code section 85301 the default
limit for contributions to city and county candidates subject to AB 571 for
2021-2022 is set at $4,900 from a single source per election. These provisions
do not apply to a candidate’s contributions of the candidate’s personal funds
to the candidate's own campaign; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code section 83124 the FPPC is
required to adjust the limit in January of every odd-numbered year to reflect
any increase or decrease in the Consumer Price Index, with these adjustments
to be rounded to the nearest $100 for limitations on contributions and $1,000
for limitations on expenditures; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code section 85702.5 a county or
city may, by ordinance or resolution, impose a limit on contributions to a
candidate for elective county or city office that is different from the default
limits set forth in Government Code §85301, and adopt enforcement standards
for a violation of that limit. Compliance and enforcement of City established
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contribution limits are the responsibility of the City and not the FPPC, and are
not subject to the Act’s provisions; and
WHEREAS, along with the State default campaign contribution limits,
AB 571 imposes to city and county candidates other related provisions that
formerly applied only to state-level candidates, including the following (the list
below is not all encompassing):
Under state regulations in Title 2 of the California Code of
Regulations, Section 18110 et seq. (“FPPC Regulations”), a candidate
for elective state, county, or city office that has qualified as a
committee must establish a separate controlled committee and
campaign bank account for each specific office. Candidates may not
redesignate a committee for one election to a subsequent election for
the same or a different elective office (FPPC Regulations § 18521);
Candidates may transfer non-surplus campaign funds from one
candidate-controlled committed to another committee controlled by
the same candidate for a different office if the committee receiving
the transfer is for an elective state, county, or city office. The
contributions transferred must be attributed and transferred using
the “last in, first out” or “first in, first out” accounting method and
shall not exceed the applicable contribution limit per contributor
(FPPC Regulation §18536 related to the transfer and attribution of
contributions);
For candidates seeking to transfer campaign funds from one
controlled committee to another for the same office, a candidate may
carry over non-surplus campaign funds raised in connection with one
election to pay for campaign expenditures incurred in connect with a
subsequent election for the same office without attributing or using
the “last in, first out” or “first in, first out” accounting method (FPPC
Regulation §18537.1 related to carryover of contributions);
Contributions after the date of the election may be accepted to the
extent contributions do not exceed net debts outstanding from the
election, and contributions do not otherwise exceed applicable
contribution limits for that election (FPPC Regulation §18531.64);
Candidates that are currently in office who are running for reelection
to the same seat in an election after January 1, 2021, may carry over
campaign funds without attribution pursuant to otherwise applicable
provisions in the Act and FPPC Regulations; and
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WHEREAS, it is the purpose and intent of the City Council in adopting
this resolution to preserve an orderly political forum in which individuals and
groups may express themselves effectively; to eliminate the appearance of
any improper influence over the City’s elected officials; to place realistic
enforceable limits on campaign contributions for municipal elections for City
offices; and to provide full and fair enforcement; and
WHEREAS, based upon the foregoing recitals, the City Council desires
to adopt a resolution establishing campaign contribution limits, regulations,
and penalties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City
of La Quinta, California, as follows:
SECTION 1. RECITALS. The recitals above are true and correct
and incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 2. DEFINITIONS. The terms used in this Resolution shall
have the same definitions as specified in the Act and FPPC regulations. In
those cases where definitions in the Act or FPPC regulations contain a specific
reference to any state election, candidate, or electoral criteria, the definition
shall be modified to reflect the municipal equivalent, or, in the absence of a
municipal equivalent, to delete the specific reference.
SECTION 3. CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION – LIMITATIONS AND
RELATED ADJUSTMENTS. The City’s campaign contribution limits shall be
the limits as set by Government Code section 85301. These provisions do not
apply to a candidate’s contributions of the candidate’s personal funds to the
candidates own campaign. Campaign contribution limits shall be biennially
adjusted in accordance with Government Code section 83124.
SECTION 4. CAMPAIGN FUND TRANSFERS. Candidates may transfer
non-surplus campaign funds from one controlled committee to another
committee controlled by the same candidate for the same or a different
elective City office and may carry over non-surplus campaign funds raised in
connection with one municipal election to pay for campaign expenditures
incurred in connect with a subsequent municipal election without attributing,
being subject to the campaign contribution limit, or using the “last in, first
out” or “first in, first out” accounting method. Candidates do not need to
establish a separate campaign bank account for redesignated committees for
the same or a different City office. In all other aspects, the Act and FPPC
Regulations related to campaign fund transfers shall apply.
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SECTION 5. LOCAL CANDIDATE CAMPAIGN COMMITTEES.
Candidates for elective City office that are subject to the contribution limit in
Government Code section 85301 may redesignate a committee for one
municipal election to another municipal election for the same or different
elective City office. In all other aspects, the Act and FPPC Regulations related
to committees shall apply.
SECTION 6. ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES. Any violation of
this Resolution may be enforced by the City as a misdemeanor, infraction, or
by administrative citation in accordance with Title 1 of the La Quinta Municipal
Code.
SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Resolution shall be in full force
and effect upon adoption.
SECTION 8. CORRECTIVE AMENDMENTS. the City Council does
hereby grant the City Clerk the ability to make minor amendments and
corrections of typographical or clerical errors to this Resolution to ensure
consistency of all approved text.
SECTION 9. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection,
subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Resolution is, for any
reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of this Resolution. The City Council hereby declares that it
would have adopted this Resolution and each and every section, subsection,
subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the
fact that any one or more section, subsections, subdivisions, sentences,
clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared unconstitutional.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La
Quinta City Council held on this day of , 2021, by
the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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________________________
LINDA EVANS, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
____________________________
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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California Fair Political Practices Commission
California State Contribution Limits
(Effective January 1, 2021 ‐ December 31, 2022)
Candidates seeking a state office and committees that make contributions to state candidates are subject to contribution limits from a
single source. Beginning January 1, 2021 a state campaign contribution limit will by default apply to city and county candidates when the
city or county does not have laws addressing a contribution limit on such candidates. (Sections 85301 ‐ 85303.) Contributions from
affiliated entities are aggregated for purposes of the limits. (Regulation 18215.1.) The chart below shows the current limits per
contributor for state offices and city and county candidates when the city or county does not have laws addressing a contribution limit on
such candidates. The primary, general, special, and special run‐off elections are considered separate elections. Contribution limits to
candidates apply to each election. Contribution limits to officeholder and other committees apply on a calendar year basis. Contact your
city or county about contribution limits for local offices, state campaign contribution limit will by default apply to city and county
candidates when the city or county does not have laws addressing a contribution limit on such candidates.
Contribution Limits to State and Local* Candidates Per Election
Contributor
Sources
Candidate or Officeholder Person (individual, business
entity, committee/PAC)
Small Contributor Committee
(see definition on page 2) Political Party
City and County Candidates subject to Section 85301 (d) $4,900 $4,900 $4,900
Senate and Assembly $4,900 $9,700 No Limit
CalPERS/CalSTRS $4,900 $9,700 No Limit
Lt. Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General,
Treasurer, Controller, Supt. of Public Instruction,
Insurance Commissioner, and Board
of Equalization
$8,100 $16,200 No Limit
Governor $32,400 $32,400 No Limit
*State campaign contribution limit will by default apply to city and county candidates when the city or county does not have laws addressing a contribution limit on
such candidates
Contributions to Other State Committees Per Calendar Year
Contributor Sources
Committee Person (individual, business entity,
committee/PAC)
Committee (Not Political Party) that Contributes to State Candidates (PAC) $8,100
Political Party Account for State Candidates $40,500
Small Contributor Committee $200
Committee Account NOT for State Candidates (Ballot Measure, PAC, Political Party) No Limit*
*State committees (including political parties and PACs) may receive contributions in excess of the limits identified above as long as the contributions are NOT
used for state candidate contributions. (Regulation 18534.)
Contributions to State Officeholder Committees Per Calendar Year
Contributor Sources
Committee
Any Source (Person, Small
Contributor Committee or
Political Party)
Aggregate From All Sources
Senate and Assembly $4,000 $67,300
CalPERS/CalSTRS $4,000 $67,300
Lt. Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General,
Treasurer, Controller, Supt. of Public Instruction,
Insurance Commissioner, and Board of Equalization
$6,700 $134,600
Governor $26,900 $269,300
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California State Contribution Limits
(Effective January 1, 2021 ‐ December 31, 2022)
The contribution limits are effective for elections held between January 1, 2021 and
December 31, 2022. (Regulation 18545.) These limits do not apply to contributions
made to elections in previous years. Such contributions are subject to the limits in
place for that year see previous charts.
Legal Defense Funds
Contributions raised for a legal defense fund are not subject to
contribution limits or the voluntary expenditure ceiling. However, a
candidate or officeholder may raise, in total, no more than is
reasonably necessary to cover attorney’s fees and other legal costs
related to the proceeding for which the fund is created. (Section
85304; Regulation 18530.4.)
Recall Elections
A state officeholder and city or county officeholder subject to
Section 85301 (d) who is the subject of a recall may set up a
separate committee to oppose the qualification of the recall
measure and, if the recall petition qualifies, the recall election.
Neither contribution limits nor voluntary expenditure ceilings apply
to the committee to oppose the recall that is controlled by the
officeholder who is the target of the recall attempt. Candidates
running to replace an officeholder who is the target of a recall are
subject to the contribution limits and the expenditure limits
applicable to the election for that office. (Section 85315; Regulation
18531.5.)
Ballot Measure Committees
Contributions to ballot measure committees controlled by a
candidate for elective state office or a candidate for elective city or
county office subject to Section 85301 (d) are not limited.
Contributions from State Candidates and Candidates subject to
Section 85301 (d)
A state candidate or candidate for elective city or county office
subject to Section 85301 (d) may not contribute more than $4,900
to a committee controlled by another state candidate or or
candidate for elective city or county office subject to Section 85301
(d) (This limit applies on a per election basis and includes, in the
aggregate, contributions made from the candidate’s personal funds
and from campaign funds. (Section 85305; Regulation 18535.) This
limit does not apply to a committee controlled by a state candidate
or a committee controlled by a candidate for elective city or county
office subject to Section 85301 (d) to oppose his or her recall or
their contributions made to a legal defense fund established by a
candidate for elective state office or candidate for elective city or
county office subject to Section 85301(d). It also does not apply to
contributions made by a candidate for elective state office or a
candidate for elective city or county office subject to Section 85301
(d)to a ballot measure committee controlled by a another state
candidate or candidate for elective city or county office subject to
Section 85301 (d). Please note there are certain rules applicable to
use of funds held by state officeholder committees (See Regulation
18531.62.)
Communications Identifying State Candidates
Any committee that makes a payment or a promise of payment
totaling $50,000 or more for a communication that:
1.Clearly identifies a state candidate; but
2.Does not expressly advocate the election or defeat of the
candidate; and
3.Is disseminated, broadcast, or otherwise published within 45
days of an election, may not receive a contribution from any
single source of more than $40,500 in a calendar year if the
communication is made at the behest of the candidate featured
in the communication. (Section 85310.)
Officeholder Committees
Officeholder contributions must be cumulated (in full) with any other
contributions from the same contributor(s) for any other future
elective state office or elective city or county office subject to Section
85301 (d) for which the officeholder maintains a controlled committee
during the term of office in which the contribution is received.
Contributions to candidates for future elections and to their
officeholder account are cumulated for purposes of contribution
limits. (Regulation 18531.62.)
Contributions from State Lobbyists
A state lobbyist may not contribute to a state officeholder’s or
candidate’s committee if the lobbyist is registered to lobby the
agency of the elected officer or the agency to which
the candidate is seeking election. The lobbyist also may not
contribute to a local committee controlled by any such state
candidate. (Section 85702; Regulation 18572.) In addition, effective
January 1, 2015, lobbyists and lobbying firms may no longer take
advantage of the $500 or less home/office fundraiser exception
that is available to other individuals and entities. (Section 82015(f).)
Local Elections
Many cities and counties have local contribution limits and other
election rules. “Local Campaign Ordinances” are listed on the
FPPC’s website. Check with your city or county about contribution
limits for local elections. A State campaign contribution limit will by
default apply to city and county candidates when the city or county
does not have laws addressing a contribution limit on such
candidates.
Definitions
Person: An individual, proprietorship, firm, partnership, joint
venture, syndicate, business trust, company, corporation, limited
liability company, association, committee, and any other
organization or group of persons acting in concert. (Section 82047.)
Small Contributor Committee: Any committee that meets all of the
following criteria:
(a)The committee has been in existence for at
least six months.
(b)The committee receives contributions from 100
or more persons.
(c)No one person has contributed to the committee
more than $200 per calendar year.
(d)The committee makes contributions to five or
more candidates. (Section 85203; Regulation 18503.)
Political Party Committee: The state central committee
or county central committee of an organization that meets the
requirements for recognition as a political party under Elections
Code Section 5100. (Section 85205.)
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Contribution Limits: City and County Candidates1
Introduction
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 571 (Stats. 2019, Ch. 556, AB 571 Mullin), beginning
January 1, 2021 a state campaign contribution limit will by default apply to city and
county candidates when the city or county has not already enacted a contribution limit
on such candidates. Along with the new campaign contribution limit, there are also
other related provisions that formerly applied only to state level candidates that will now
apply to city and county candidates. Please note that none of the provisions of AB 571
discussed in this fact sheet apply to candidates in cities or counties for which the city or
county has enacted campaign contribution limits.
Current State Contribution Limit
The contribution limit that will now apply to city and county candidates pursuant to AB
571 is updated biennially for inflation. Contribution limits can be found in Regulation
18545(a)2 and on the FPPC website’s FPPC Regulations page. The default limit for
contributions to city and county candidates subject to AB 571 for 2021-2022 is set at
$4,900 per election.
Other Provisions Affecting City and County Candidates
Several other provisions will now apply to city and county candidates in jurisdictions that
have not enacted campaign contribution limits, including the following:
• A candidate may not make a contribution over the AB 571 limit to another
candidate in jurisdictions subject to the AB 571 limit with limited
exceptions related to recall elections, legal defense funds and candidate-
controlled ballot measure committees. (See Regulation 18535 for more
information.)
• A candidate that has qualified as a committee must establish a separate
controlled committee and campaign bank account for each specific
office. Candidates may not redesignate a committee for one election for
another election.
• Candidates may transfer non-surplus campaign funds from one candidate-
controlled committee to another committee controlled by the same candidate for a
different office if the committee receiving the transfer is for an elective state,
county or city office. However, contributions transferred must be attributed and
transferred using the “last in, first out” or “first in, first out” accounting method and
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shall not exceed the applicable contribution limit per contributor. If a candidate is
seeking to transfer campaign funds from one controlled committee to another for
the same office a candidate may carry over non-surplus campaign funds raised in
connection with one election to pay for campaign expenditures incurred in
connection with a subsequent election for the same office without attributing or
using the “last in, first out” or “first in, first out” accounting method. (See Regulation
18536 for more information on the transfer and attribution of contributions and See
Regulation 18537.1 for more information on carryover of contributions.)1
• Candidates may not personally loan to a candidate’s campaign an amount for
which the outstanding balance exceeds $100,000. “Campaign” includes both
the primary and general, or special and special runoff, elections. However, a
candidate may loan each committee for a different office or term of office up to
$100,000. A candidate may not charge interest on any such loan the candidate
made to the candidate’s campaign. (See Regulation 18530.8 for more
information.)
• Candidates may establish a committee to oppose the qualification of a recall
measure and the recall election when the candidate receives a notice of intent to
recall. Campaign funds raised to oppose the qualification of a recall measure
and/or the recall election would not be subject to any campaign contribution limit
under the Act. (See Regulation 18531.5 for more information.)
• A candidate for local office may open a candidate-controlled general purpose
ballot measure committee to oppose or support a measure being voted on. The
committee must identify on its campaign statements and reports each measure
for which an expenditure of $100 or more is made. (See Regulations 18421.8
and 18521.5 for more information.)
• Contributions after the date of the election may be accepted to the extent
contributions do not exceed net debts outstanding from the el ection, and
contributions do not otherwise exceed applicable contribution limits for that
election. (See Regulation 18531.64 for more information.)
1 This fact sheet is informational only and contains only highlights of selected provisions of the
law. It does not carry the weight of the law. For further information, consult the Political Reform Act and its
corresponding regulations, advice letters, and opinions.
2 The Political Reform Act is contained in Government Code Sections 81000 through 91014. All
statutory references are to the Government Code, unless otherwise indicated. The regulations of the Fair
Political Practices Commission are contained in Sections 18110 through 18997 of Title 2 of the California
Code of Regulations. All regulatory references are to Title 2, Division 6 of the California Code of
1 Regulations, unless otherwise indicated.
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• Candidates are permitted to raise contributions for a general election before the
primary election and may establish separate campaign contribution accounts for
the primary and general so long as candidates set aside contributions and use
them for the general or special general election as raised. If the candidate is
defeated in the primary election or otherwise withdraws from the general election,
the general election funds must be refunded to contributors on a pro rata basis
less any expenses associated with the raising and administration of the general
election contributions. (See Regulation 18531.2 for more information.)
• Candidates that are currently in office that are running for reelection to the same
seat in an election after January 1, 2021 may carry over campaign funds without
attribution as mentioned above. Candidates running for a different office also do
not need to do LIFO FIFO or attribution for the election immediately subsequent
to the election prior to 2021 for which the money was raised.
• Candidates must disclose cumulative totals of contributions received or made for
each election on campaign statements. (See Regulation 18421.4 for more
information.)
FAQs
A. If a city or county does not currently have contribution limits set within their
ordinance would the state contribution limit be the default?
Yes. The state contribution limit stated above would be the default contribution limit if
the city or county ordinance is silent on whether there are contribution limits within
that jurisdiction or if there is no city or county ordinance in place.
B. Is there a way for a city or county to adopt “no” contribution limits for city or
county elective city and county offices?
Yes. A city or county may elect to have “no” contribution limits. To do so, it must
explicitly state in the city or county ordinance that there are no limits on
contributions. If it is explicit that the city or county has implemented “no” contribution
limits, the state contribution limit will not apply as a default for that jurisdiction.
C. Can a city or county ordinance be less restrictive than the AB 571 limit (e.g.,
the city or county limit is set higher than the state limit)?
Yes. A city or county can set contribution limits higher than the default state limit.
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D. If a city or county imposes contribution limits, is the Commission responsible
for enforcing those limits?
No. The Commission will not regulate the administration or enforcement of the
penalties. Cities or counties with existing limits or that adopt their own limits are not
subject to the state limit and may impose their own penalties for violations.
E. If a city or county has voluntary contribution limits, but no mandatory
contribution limits will the state limit be applicable?
Yes. A city or county must enact mandatory contribution limits to avoid the state limit
applying to elective city and county offices.
F. Does the default contribution limit also include judicial candidates?
No. Elective city and county offices do not include judicial offices.
G. If a city or county has imposed contribution limits for particular city or county
offices (e.g., Board of Supervisors), do those limits also apply to other
positions such as the District Attorney or would the default state limit apply if
a particular position is not specifically addressed by the city or county?
The default state limit would apply to other positions for which the city or county has
not set contribution limits. A city or county ordinance must explicitly state the city or
county contribution limits and for which elective offices those limits will apply. A city
or county may adopt a general provision implementing a contribution limit for all
elective city and county offices in that jurisdiction. As noted above, a city or county
may also adopt an ordinance that states the city or county is adopting no
contribution limits for any offices to avoid the default state limit applying.
H. Does AB 571 apply to special district or school district elections?
No. AB 571 applies only to city and county elections for offices that a city or county
has not implemented its own contribution limit.
I. Does AB 571 apply to the office of County Superintendent of Schools or the
office of County Board of Education?
AB 571 does apply to the office of County Superintendent of Schools because it is
considered a “county” office. However, the office of County Board of Education is
not subject to AB 571 because it’s not considered a “county” position.
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J. Can candidates that are subject to the AB 571 contribution limit open an
officeholder committee?
No. Officeholder committees are not permitted for candidates subject to the AB
571 contribution limit. However, a candidate may use a committee for the
officeholder’s future election for officeholder expenses. A candidate may also use
existing funds in the election committee for current office for officeholder
expenses.
K. Does the AB 571 contribution limit apply to debt retirement for the 2020
election?
No. For purposes of retiring debt, the contribution limit is the one that was
applicable to that election. The Act did not impose a contribution limit on city and
county candidates in 2020.
L. If a contribution was received for an election occurring after January 1, 2021,
PRIOR to January 1, 2021, does this contribution count towards the new AB
571 contribution limit after January 1, 2021?
No. The Commission adopted a formal opinion on April 15, 2021 that states
contributions made prior to the effective date of AB 571 are not aggregated with
contributions made on or after the effective date of AB 571 for purposes of the
new contribution limit. Therefore, if someone contributed up to or above the
current limit to an AB 571 committee prior to January 1, 2021 the same person
can give additional contributions to the same committee up to the AB 571
contribution limit on or after January 1, 2021.
M. If a contributor gave $10,000 in 2020 (prior to the AB 571 limit going into
effect) to a committee for a 2022 primary election, what happens?
The AB 571 contribution limit does not apply to contributions made prior to
January 1, 2021 so a contribution of this amount is permissible.
N. Does the AB 571 contribution limit apply to political party committees and
small contributor committees making contributions to candidates subject to
the AB 571 limit?
Yes. Political parties and small contributor committees are only permitted to give
contributions to candidates subject to the AB 571 in amounts up to the applicable
AB 571 contribution limit for that candidate.
O. Does the AB 571 limit apply to county central committee candidates?
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No. AB 571 imposes a contribution limit on city and county elective offices when a
local jurisdiction has not already done so. Local jurisdictions are prohibited from
placing contribution limits on county central committee candidates; therefore, AB
571 is not applicable to those offices.
P. If an election was held in November 2020, but resulted in the need for a run-off
election to be held in February 2021, how would the contributions be treated
under AB 571?
The run-off election is considered a new election. If a contributor gave any amount to
an AB 571 candidate for the November 2020 election, the same contributor would still
be permitted to contribute up to $4,900 (the AB 571 limit) to the same candidate for
the February 2021 run-off election.
Q. An AB 571 candidate for city council would like to send out a request for
contributions to their constituents. Do they need to include anything specific in
the request?
Yes. A candidate that is subject to AB 571 must have the following information in the
solicitation: the name of the controlled committee soliciting contributions, and the
specific office for which those contributions will be used.
R. If an AB 571 candidate is the subject of a recall, is their committee to oppose the
recall subject to contribution limits?
No. There are no contribution limits for a committee controlled by a candidate that is
the subject of a recall that is formed to oppose the recall.
S. An AB 571 candidate has debts for an election held after January 1, 2021, may
the candidate terminate their committee?
No. If a candidate-controlled committee has outstanding debts for an election held
after January 1, 2021, they may not terminate without resolving or paying off the debt.
When the committee has no net debts outstanding, the committee must be terminated
within 24 months after the earliest of the date the candidate is defeated, leaves office,
or the term of office for which the committee was formed ends, or, for withdrawn
candidates no later than 24 months after the election from which the candidate
withdrew. Please see Regulation 18404.1 for more on termination requirements for
committees subject to AB 571.
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T. If a local jurisdiction, which is subject to AB 571, passes a local campaign
contribution ordinance, are the candidates still subject to AB 571?
No. They would no longer be subject to AB 571.
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Index of Regulations and Government Codes:
FPPC Regulations:
18404.1
18421.4
18421.8
18521
18521.5
18523.1
18530.2
18530.8
18531.2
18531.5
18531.61
18531.63
18531.64
18535
18536
18537.1
18545
18951
Government Code(s):
85301
85303
85304.5
85305
85306
85307
85315
85316
85317
85318
85702.5
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: December 7, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: DISCUSS SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTAL PROGRAM CURRENT
CHARACTERISTICS, COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT OVERVIEW, AND CURRENT
AND FUTURE OBJECTIVES AND INITIATIVES
RECOMMENDATION
Discuss the Short-Term Vacation Rental program characteristics, compliance and
enforcement overview, and current and future objectives and initiatives.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On May 20, 2021, Section 3.25.055 of the La Quinta Municipal Code (LQMC)
established a permanent ban on the issuance of new short-term vacation
rental (STVR) permits in residential areas (Permit Ban), unless the property is
located within an “exempt” area as specified in Subsection A.
No new permits have been issued in Permit Ban areas since August 4, 2020;
existing permit-holders may renew permits, but permits cannot be transferred.
STVR permits in residential areas have declined by 16.5% since January 2021
due to the Permit Ban and renewal attrition.
Several code updates, effectuated on January 15, 2021, which enhanced the
STVR program regulations and enforcement policies and fines, have increased
overall compliance with the STVR program while decreasing disturbance
complaints.
FISCAL IMPACT – None
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The City imposed a moratorium on the issuance of new STVR permits on August 4,
2020 via Executive Order No. 10, and extended it in succeeding amendments.
Section 3.25.055 of the LQMC established a permanent Permit Ban on the issuance
of new STVR permits in residential areas effective May 20, 2021. Permit-holders
may renew existing permits, but permits cannot be transferred.
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Staff has prepared an assessment of the STVR program since January 2021, which
includes:
Current characteristics,
Compliance status,
Hosting platforms compliance initiatives, and
Noise monitoring devices Phase II pilot.
STVR Program Current Characteristics
The City’s STVR program consists of 1,181 active permits as of September 2021.
Figure 1
The issuance of new STVR permits is banned in residential Permit Ban areas, and
no new permits have been issued since August 4, 2020. New permits continue to
be issued in a few select “Exempt Areas” zoned for tourist commercial, village
commercial, and communities expressly developed to allow STVRs:
STVR Exempt Areas Zone
Embassy Suites (Casitas Las Rosas) Village Commercial District
Homewood Suites (La Quinta Desert Villas) Tourist Commercial (TC) District
La Quinta Resort, including Spa and Tennis Villas Within/adjacent to TC District
Signature at PGA West TC District
Legacy Villas TC District
Codorniz Subject to entitlement approval
Puerta Azul
SilverRock Specific Plan
Subject to entitlement approval
TC District – Undeveloped
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1,095
69 are Estate
Homes
(5 bedrooms or
more)
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
# OF HOMESHARE PERMITS # OF PRIMARY PERMITS # OF GENERAL PERMITS
September 2021 STVR Permits by Type = 1,181
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Table 1 below lists the number of STVR permits for each area along with the total
number of approved parcels for 2021. The City’s total STVR permits have gradually
declined each month due to the Permit Ban along with attrition related to home
sales and non-renewals.
STVR PERMITS BY AREA CITYWIDE ‐ 2021
JAN. FEB. MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUG. SEPT. PARCELS
North LQ 137 130 124 118 118 115 114 112 112 2,572
Mid LQ 140 135 132 132 130 127 122 122 121 1,023
The Cove 292 282 276 270 268 263 261 259 258 4,711
South LQ (PGA West) 468 453 438 428 420 407 382 379 375 3,040
Permit Ban Area Totals 1,037 1,000 970 948 936 912 879 872 866 11,346
Exempt Areas 269 271 276 283 292 297 299 307 309 911
HOA Restricted
Legacy Permits 14 12 11 7 7 7 7 6 6 9,618
Citywide Totals 1,320 1,283 1,257 1,238 1,235 1,216 1,185 1,185 1,181 21,875
Table 1
Within the residential Permit Ban areas, as of September 2021, active STVR
permits have declined 16.5% (from 1,037 to 866) since January 2021:
Permit Ban Area Sept. 2021 Permits % Change since Jan 2021
North La Quinta 112 -18.2%
Mid La Quinta 121 -13.6%
The Cove 258 -11.6%
South La Quinta (PGA West) 375 -19.9%
Totals 866 -16.5%
Figure 2
137 130 124 118 118 115 114 112 112
140 135 132 132 130 127 122 122 121
292 282 276 270 268 263 261 259 258
468 453 438 428 420 407 382 379 375
1,037 1,000 970 948 936 912 879 872 866
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APRI‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21
STVR Permits in Banned Areas
16.5% Decline YTD
North LQ Mid LQ The Cove South LQ
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STVR density is calculated as a percentage by dividing the number of permitted
STVRs by the number of developed parcels within each area, as listed in Table 1
above. Figure 3 below shows that density in residential Permit Ban areas
collectively decreased in 2021 from 9.1% to 7.6%:
Figure 3
Within each residential Permit Ban area, density is as follows:
Permit Ban Area Sept. 2021 Density % Change since Jan 2021
North La Quinta 4.4% -17.0%
Mid La Quinta 11.8% -13.1%
The Cove 5.5% -11.3%
South La Quinta (PGA West) 12.3% -20.8%
Totals 7.6% -16.5%
Figure 4 further depicts the gradual density changes for each residential Permit
Ban area throughout 2021:
Figure 4
9.1%
8.8%
8.5%
8.4%8.2%
8.0%
7.7%7.7%7.6%
JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APRI‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21
STVR Density in Permit Ban Areas
5.3%5.1%4.8%4.6% 4.6%4.5%4.4%4.4% 4.4%
13.7%13.2%12.9% 12.9%12.7%12.4%11.9% 11.9%11.8%
6.2%6.0%5.9%5.7%5.7%5.6%5.5%5.5%5.5%
15.4%14.9%14.4%14.1%13.8%13.4%12.6%12.5%12.3%
JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APRI‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21
Density in Permit Ban Areas
North LQ Mid LQ The Cove South LQ
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STVR Program Compliance Overview
The City’s STVR program consists of several interdependent activities such as
permitting, tax collection, and compliance. This section of the Staff Report focuses
on specific compliance functions, which include managing complaints, conducting
investigations, and enforcement (violations, citations, and suspensions).
On January 15, 2021, the City implemented several code changes to enhance the
STVR program’s compliance tools, including stricter regulations and increased
fines. Subsequently overall compliance has increased while disturbance complaints
have decreased.
STVR compliance measures are separated into one of two categories:
Disturbance – The majority of disturbance compliance activities are due to
noise, generally caused by large events or gatherings, children
running/screaming/laughing, popping balloons, construction, slamming
doors, etc. Other complaints include excessive parking; bright lights; trash;
unsecured pool access; unmaintained yard, etc.
Administrative – The overwhelming majority of administrative compliance
matters are related to operating/advertising without a STVR permit or
business license, or failure to display STVR permit on listings. Others include
incorrect or missing occupancy limit advertised on listings; failure to
report/remit transient occupancy tax, etc.
While every complaint is investigated, complaint investigations do not always result
in a confirmed violation. Complaints are reported to the City through a variety of
channels:
Channel Description
Hotline calls Typically used to report disturbances
City calls & emails General inquiries or to report disturbances
City compliance monitoring Staff-generated based on vendor compliance tools/reports
GoRequest submissions Typically used to report administrative violations
Police reports Disturbance dispatches, some of which are STVR related
Security patrol reports Disturbance dispatches, along with ongoing neighborhood
patrols to monitor compliance
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Figures 5 and 6 below, depict citywide STVR complaints since January 2021. Figure
5 categorizes complaints by permitted and unpermitted properties. Of note:
Citywide complaints decreased by 25% in the third quarter (July-Sep)
compared to the second quarter (April-June);
59.9% of the 294 complaints in the third quarter were for unpermitted STVR
properties.
Figure 5
*For July, the City addressed 145 adminstrative complaints reported by City vendors; the remaining 43
complaints were disturbances.
Figure 6 identifies complaints within each area citywide:
Figure 6
93
45 54 64 74
37
69
31 18
47
27
58 56 64
33
119
38
19
140
72
112 120
138
70
188*
69
37
JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APRI‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21
STVR Complaints Citywide
Permitted STVRs Unpermitted STVRs
223 7 3 1
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Enforcement
Figure 7 below depicts the number of STVR related citations for each month in
2021. Of note, the decrease in disturbance complaints has allowed staff to increase
focus on administrative compliance, particularly unpermitted STVR activities and
improper advertising:
65% of all 2021 citations were issued to unpermitted STVR properties;
68% of all 2021 citations were issued for administrative matters (as defined
earlier in this report – primarily for operating/advertising without a STVR
permit or business license, or failure to display STVR permit on listings).
Figure 7
Permitted STVRs – Complaints and Enforcement
Figures 8 and 9 below, depict the number of reported complaints and enforcement
actions against STVR units citywide:
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Figure 8
Figure 9 includes unpermitted compliance activities for comparison with permitted
STVR properties. For the month of September, less than 2% of permitted STVR
properties received complaints and were subject to any enforcement action, including
zero suspensions, which both reflect the lowest levels for 2021.
Figure 9
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Unpermitted Properties w/Complaints, Notices, Citations
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Hosting Platform Compliance
The City continues efforts to enforce listing compliance in coordination with the
hosting platforms. Upon the City’s request in October 2021, both Airbnb and
Vrbo/Expedia delisted or hid all listings that advertised short-term stays without a
valid permit. However, this approach requires the City to continuously monitor
platform listings for compliance, and it does not prevent or cancel bookings that
may have already been transacted prior to delisting.
Consequently, the City’s focus and priority is to proactively prevent unauthorized
bookings before they are processed by the hosting platforms. Based on a survey
of jurisdictions, the most effective approach is for platforms to proactively prevent
unpermitted listings from going live. The City’s ongoing efforts are to
collaboratively identify the most effective manner for hosting platforms to use
STVR permit data to proactively enforce La Quinta's permitting requirements.
Noise Monitoring Device Program – Phase II Pilot
At the July 20, 2021, City Council meeting, staff provided a report on the findings
of the Noise Monitoring Device Phase I Pilot Program conducted from March 15 to
June 15, 2021.
Per Council’s direction, staff is coordinating a Phase II pilot, which aims to test:
A standardized escalation process that sends alerts via SMS texts and auto-
generated calls to local contacts and guests to address noise disturbances,
and
Comprehensive reporting and access to data.
The standardized interventions and reporting require integration with third-party
vendors and development of additional analytics. Consequently, Phase II is
anticipated to launch February 1, 2022, for a 30-day period, at which time the
results and findings will be evaluated to determine if an additional 30-day period
is required.
Prepared by: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
Approved by: Jon McMillen, City Manager
Attachment: 1. STVR Quarterly Report - Draft
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STVR Permits by Areas 2021AreasJanuary Q-1 Q-2Q-3(Current)Permit Change since JanuaryCurrent DensityNorth La Quinta137 124 115 112 -18.2% 4.4%Mid La Quinta140 132 127 121 -13.6% 11.8%The Cove292 276 263 258 -11.6% 5.5%South La Quinta468 438 407 375 -19.9% 12.3%Permit Ban Area Totals 1,037 970 912 866 -16.5% 7.6%Exempt Areas269 276 297 309 14.9% 33.9%HOA Restricted Legacy 14 11 7 6 -57.6% 0.1%Citywide Totals1,320 1,257 1,216 1,181 -13% 7.1%Current STVR Permit TypesGeneral – 1,027Homeshare – 22General Estate – 69Primary Residence – 64The STVR program consists of several interdependent activities such as permitting, tax collection, and compliance.Compliance functions include managing complaints, conducting investigations, and enforcement (violations, citations, and suspensions).-Active STVR permits in Permit Ban areas have decreased by 16.5% since January 2021.ATTACHMENT 1ATTACHMENT 1 91
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934554647437693118 134727585664331193819 221407211212013870188*693735020406080100120140160180200JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APRI‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21 OCT‐21STVR Complaints CitywidePermitted STVRsUnpermitted STVRs22373119235223602321644153327532043215751363328331443101599461076231542913354536293735961407211212013870188693735020406080100120140160180200JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APR‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21 OCT‐21STVR Complaints Citywide - by AreaNorth La QuintaMid La QuintaThe CoveSouth La QuintaSTVR Exempt AreasHOA LegacyQ‐1Total = 324Permitted = 192Unpermitted = 132Q‐2 Total = 328Permitted = 175Unpermitted = 153Q‐3 Total = 294Permitted = 118Unpermitted = 176*For July, the City addressed 145 administrative complaints reported by City vendors; the remaining 43 complaints were disturbances.‐ Citywide Complaints decreased by 25% in Q‐3 compared to Q‐2‐ 59.9% of the 294 Complaints in Q‐3 werefor unpermittedSTVR properties‐ 65% of all 2021 Citations were issued to unpermitted STVR properties ‐ 68% of all 2021 Citations were issued for administrative matters7850 5039483458242248255261554212052731,3201,2831,2571,2381,2351,2161,1851,1851,1811,1001,1501,2001,2501,3001,350020406080100120140JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APR‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21Reported/Addressed IssuesPermitted Properties w/Complaints, Notices, Citations, SuspensionsUnpermitted Properties w/Complaints, Notices, CitationsPermitted STRs12810414118571462719172114521261437233132221028JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APR‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21STVR Citations for Permitted & Unpermitted STVRsPermittedUnpermittedQ‐1Total= 77Q‐3 Total = 60Q‐2 Total = 8693
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DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENTQUARTERLY REPORT3rd Quarter (July - September 2021)THE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CONSISTS OF THREE DIVISIONS:BUILDING, THE HUB, AND PLANNING.BUILDING The Building Division administers and issues all residential andcommercial building permit applications, reviews plans (planchecks), and conducts on-site building inspections forcompliance with the La Quinta Municipal Code and CaliforniaBuilding Standards Code.Plan Check Submittals218229186277 170 3890250500Building Inspections Performed8659546801,061 896 1,028
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The Hub serves as a one-stop permit center. It is the central location for obtainingpermits for planning, building, engineering, business licenses, short-term vacationrental permits, and special events. The Hub assists customers through thepermitting process - guide applicants, schedule pre-application meetings, collectlicenses and permit fees, schedule inspections, and issue permits. The Hub alsoissues licenses and permits for items such as garage sales, home occupations,HVAC/windows/waterheater/utility change outs pool drains, and re-roofs.Business Licenses Issued196280201290236 1940100200300400Phone Activity3,418 3,621 3,731Jul 2021 Aug 2021 Sep 202102.5k5k Licenses and Permits Issued93109681047296050100150200In-Person/Counter Activity331306 306Jul 2021 Aug 2021 Sep 20210250500Customer Service/AssistanceIncludes all phone calls received by the Concierge,the Hub general line, and all Permit Technicians.Includes all Hub visitors checked in by the Concierge.2020 2021July 20212020August 20212020September 2020 2021July 20212020August 2020 2021September
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PLANNING The Planning Division administers the zoning and developmentstandards and works with residential and commercial developers,architects, builders, and businesses to ensure that development isconsistent with the La Quinta Zoning Code and General Plan.Planning staff coordinates with the Planning Commission, whichprimary function is to develop and maintain the City’s General Plan,consider development applications, as well as to serve as an advisorybody to the City Council.PermitsIncludes signs, temporary use, minor use, and landscaping plans.Planning ApprovalsMinor Use Permits for cell tower modifications at 78136 Francis Hack Lane, 78788 Highway 111, and79120 Corporate Centre DriveFinal Landscape Plan for landscaping on Adams Street for the Centre projectA 10% adjustment to a front and exterior yard setback for a new patio cover at 53535 Avenida HerreraModification by Applicant for new architectural elevations within the Centre Residential DevelopmentMinor Use Permit for a Sales and Design Center within AndalusiaSign Program Amendment for new signage for existing Stater BrothersMinor Adjustment for a 10% adjustment to setbacks and garage dimensions for a new garage at 51735Avenida HerreraMinor Use Permit for a model site with sales office within Stone Creek developmentFinal Landscape Plan for new Pickleball courts at the La Quinta Country ClubMinor Adjustment for multiple lots within Stone Creek Ranch to decrease front yard setbacksFinal Landscape Plans for front yard typicals within Andalusia Country Club and Cantera.Planning StaffPlanning Permit Applications Submitted621485620202021JulAugSep01020Site Development Permit amendment for design changes for the condominium portion of the Signatureat PGA West ProjectSite Development Permit for The Peak Project, a three story mixed use project within the Village thatconsists of commercial on the ground floor and eight (8) residential units aboveTentative Tract Map to create a condominium map for an existing building at 47120 Dune Palms RoadTentative Tract Map for the Pendry Bungalows map, within the Talus development, for 10 residential lotsPlanning Commission ProjectsIncludes zoning changes, tract maps,site developments, and parcel maps. Planning Project Applications Submitted3291051120202021JulAugSep01020
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New Businesses atLa Quinta Village Shopping CenterBASIL THAI50855 Washington StreetLOS ARCOS50855 Washington Street GROCERY OUTLET50929 Washington Street
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REGULAR MEETING
FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2021
CALL TO ORDER
A regular quarterly meeting of the Financial Advisory Commission
(Commission) was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Chairperson Mills.
This meeting was held by teleconference 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 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: Commissioners Anderson, Batavick, Campbell, Dorsey, Way, and
Chairperson Mills
ABSENT: None
VACANCY: One
STAFF PRESENT: Interim Finance Director Martinez, Financial Services Analyst
Hallick, and Management Assistant Delgado.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Batavick led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Commission welcomed the new Commissioners and all Commissioners
shared a brief introduction of their backgrounds and qualifications.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Confirmed
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
1. APPROVE SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES DATED JUNE 2, 2021
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEM NO. 30
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Commissioner Mills requested the following revisions to the June 2, 2021
Special Meeting minutes:
Page 3, the first sentence of Paragraph 1
shall read as follows:
Chair Mills thanked Commissioners Hunter, Rosen, and Twohey for their
dedicated public service and commitment to the Commission, and dedicated
service to the community.
Page 4, Paragraph 3 shall read as follows:
The Commission inquired if the applications submitted to the City by
candidates interested in serving on the Commission would be available for
review.
Motion A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Batavick/Mills
to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 1 as amended. Motion failed due to the
lack of a quorum: ayes 2, noes 0, abstain 3, absent 1 (Way).
COMMISSIONER WAY JOINED THE MEETING AT 4:19 P.M.
2. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED
APRIL 30, 2021
3. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED
MAY 31, 2021
Motion A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Way/Anderson
to approve Consent Calendar Items Nos. 2 and 3, as submitted. Motion passed:
6 ayes, 0 noes, 1 vacancy.
The Commission expressed general consensus to reconsider Consent Calendar
Item No. 1 in accordance with Section 7.3
of Procedure for public meetings adopted on June 2, 2015 via Resolution No.
2015-023.
1.Reconsideration APPROVE SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES DATED
JUNE 2, 2021
Motion A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Batavick/Mills
to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 1 as amended by Commissioner Mills
and noted above. Motion passed: ayes 5, noes 0, abstain 1 (Campbell),
vacancy 1.
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BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPOINT A FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSIONER
CHAIRPERSON AND VICE-CHAIRPERSON TO SERVE FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2021/22
Financial Services Analyst Hallick presented the staff report, which is on file in
the Finance Department.
The Commission nominated Commissioners Batavick and Mills for Chairperson
and Vice-Chairperson.
Motion A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners
Campbell/Anderson to app Batavick and Mills to serve as
Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, respectively for fiscal year 2021/22. Motion
passed: ayes 6, noes 0, vacancy 1.
STUDY SESSION None
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
All reports are on file in the finance department
1. FIRST QUARTER 2021 (JANUARY-MARCH) SALES TAX UPDATE
FOR THE CITY OF LA QUINTA
2. HIGHWAY 111 FORM BASED CODE AND DESIGN CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (CIP) 2019-05 UPDATE
Chair Mills requested an update on the subcommittee projects list (List)
previously distributed to the Commission. Staff provided a verbal update on
which subcommittees/projects would be taking place in the next few months
and said they would provide the Commission with an updated List by the next
Commission meeting.
Chair Mills said that on July 15, 2021, Commissioner Batavick and himself met
with City Staff to discuss some of the following items: roles and responsibilities
of the Commissioners, commission meetings, preparation of meeting agendas,
Commission subcommittees, and board and commission terms.
Chair Mills inquired about the recruitment for a new Finance Director. Interim
Finance Director Martinez said she is currently the acting Finance Director and
Rosemary Hallick is the Interim Accounting Manager. Staff said that the Human
Resources (HR) Department had recently executed an agreement with a
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consultant to assist with this executive recruitment;
meet with consultant and finalize timeline for the recruitment process; and
Interim Finance Director Martinez, Interim Accounting Manager Hallick and
Finance staff are covering the increased job responsibilities until the vacancy is
filled.
Commissioner Batavick inquired on status for in person commission meetings.
Staff said the City continues to stay updated following Riverside County
recommendations and that due to the current COVID-19 variants circulating,
virtual Commission meetings will continue. Staff also mentioned that the City
is working on the coordination of the location, new set up process for boards
and commission public meetings, and that they would let the Commission know
in advance when staff is directed to have in-person commission meetings.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners
Mills/Dorsey to adjourn this meeting at 5:24 p.m. Motion passed: ayes 6,
noes 0, vacancy 1.
Respectfully submitted,
Jessica Delgado, Management Assistant
City of La Quinta, California
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SPECIAL MEETING
FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2021
CALL TO ORDER
A special meeting of the Financial Advisory Commission (Commission) was
called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Chair Batavick.
This meeting was held by teleconference pursuant to Executive Orders N-60-
20 and N-08-21 executed by the Governor of California, and subsequently
Assembly Bill 361 (AB 361, 2021), enacted 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 in the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code § 54950 et seq.).
PRESENT: Commissioners Anderson, Campbell, Mills, Way, and Chairperson
Batavick
ABSENT: Commissioner Dorsey
VACANCY: One
STAFF PRESENT: Interim Finance Director Martinez, Financial Services Analyst
Hallick, and Management Assistant Delgado
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Campbell 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 ITEMS
1. RECEIVE AND FILE THE FOURTH QUARTER FISCAL YEAR
2020/21 TREASURY REPORTS FOR APRIL, MAY, AND JUNE 2021
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEM NO. 31
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Motion A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Mills/Way to
approve the Consent Calendar, as submitted. Motion passed: ayes 5, noes
0, absent 1 (Dorsey), vacancy 1.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPOINT TWO FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSIONERS TO
AUDIT AND FORMULATE THE ANNUAL MEASURE G COMPLIANCE
REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020/21
Interim Finance Director Martinez presented the staff report, which is on file in
the Finance Department.
Chair Batavick shared background on review process and his experience of
auditing and formulating the annual Measure G compliance report from prior
fiscal years.
Commissioner Anderson, Campbell, and Way expressed their willingness to
audit and formulate the annual Measure G compliance report for fiscal year
2020/21.
Motion A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Mills/Campbell
to appoint Commissioners Anderson, Campbell, and Way to audit and formulate
the annual Measure G compliance report for fiscal year 2020/21. Motion
passed: ayes 5, noes 0, absent 1 (Dorsey), vacancy 1.
STUDY SESSION None
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT CURRENT AND FUTURE INITIATIVES
Interim Finance Director Martinez presented the staff report, which is on file in
the Finance Department.
Chair Batavick inquired if any upcoming items for review would require a
request for proposal (RFP). Interim Finance Director Martinez said once the
recruitment for a Finance Director is completed staff would circle back with the
Commission if any upcoming items would require an RFP.
The Commission inquired on the type of investments made by the City.
Financial Services Analyst Hallick said that all investments are federal deposit
insured and/or credit union insured and welcomed the Commissioners to send
a listing of what investments they would like more detailed information on to
address any concerns.
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The Commission and staff discussed process and timeline for recruitment for
the Finance Director position.
Commissioner Way inquired on when the Commission would be able to meet in
person. Staff said with the recent COVID-19 exposure at the joint Council and
Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, staff currently
awaits direction on when in person Commission meetings would take place as
well as the City continues to follow recommendations from the county and
state.
Chair Mills asked for update on the vacant seat for the Commission. Staff replied
one application has been received, application deadline is October 11, and that
interviews are scheduled to take place at the Council meeting on Tuesday,
October 19.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners
Mills/Campbell to adjourn this meeting at 4:32 p.m. Motion passed: ayes 5,
noes 0, absent 1 (Dorsey), vacancy 1.
Respectfully submitted,
Jessica Delgado, Management Assistant
City of La Quinta, California
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Background
•California Political Reform Act (1974) regulates campaign finance,
lobbying activity, and conflict of interest
•FPPC responsible to administer and enforce the Act
•Assembly Bill 571 – effective January 1, 2021
•State campaign contribution limits & related regulations apply to
cities and counties
•Cities & counties have authority to impose their own campaign
contribution limits & related regulations
•City currently defaults to State regulations
State Limits for 2021-2022
These provisions do not apply to a candidate’s contributions of
the candidate’s personal funds to the candidate’s own campaign
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Along with the campaign contribution limit, the
FPPC has determined that other provisions that
formerly applied only to state candidates, now
apply to city and county candidates:
•New committees and bank account for every
election
•Non-surplus campaign fund transfers
•Contributions after the election
Adopt Resolution to establish City regulations
•Default to State campaign contribution limits
•Allow redesignation of committees and related bank accounts for municipal elections
•Allow carry over of non-surplus campaign funds for municipal elections
•Compliance enforcement pursuant to Title 1 of the LQMC
•In all other aspects, the Act and FPPC Regulations remain applicable
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S1 – STVR Program Update
•Current characteristics
•Compliance status
•Hosting platforms compliance initiatives
•Noise monitoring devices Phase II pilot
STVR Program – 2021 Overview
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•Moratorium – Aug. 4, 2020 to Jun. 1, 2021 via
Executive Order No. 10 & succeeding amendments
•Permanent Ban – May 20, 2021 – LQMC Section
3.25.055
•Existing permits can be renewed, but cannot be
transferred
•Code updates – January 15, 2021 – enhanced
regulations, enforcement, and fines
Background
Active STVR Permits
22 64
1,095
69 are Estate Homes
(5 bedrooms or more)
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# OF HOMESHARE PERMITS # OF PRIMARY PERMITS # OF GENERAL PERMITS
September 2021 STVR Permits by Type = 1,181
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Active STVR Permits
STVR PERMITS BY AREA CITYWIDE - 2021
JAN. FEB. MARCH APR. MAY JUNE JULY AUG. SEPT. PARCELS
North LQ 137 130 124 118 118 115 114 112 112 2,572
Mid LQ 140 135 132 132 130 127 122 122 121 1,023
The Cove 292 282 276 270 268 263 261 259 258 4,711
South LQ (PGA West)468 453 438 428 420 407 382 379 375 3,040
Permit Ban Area
Totals 1,037 1,000 970 948 936 912 879 872 866 11,346
Exempt Areas 269 271 276 283 292 297 299 307 309 911
HOA Restricted
Legacy Permits 14 12 11 7 7 7 7 6 6 9,618
Citywide Totals 1,320 1,283 1,257 1,238 1,235 1,216 1,185 1,185 1,181 21,875
Exempt Areas
AREA ZONING
Embassy Suites (Casitas Las Rosas) Village Commercial District
Homewood Suites (La Quinta Desert Villas)Tourist Commercial (TC) District
La Quinta Resort, including Spa and Tennis Villas Within/adjacent to TC District
Signature at PGA West TC District
Legacy Villas TC District
Codorniz Subject to entitlement approval
Puerta Azul Subject to entitlement approval
SilverRock Specific Plan TC District – Undeveloped
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Permit Ban Areas
Permit Ban Area Sept. 2021
Permits
% Change since
Jan 2021
North La Quinta 112 -18.2%
Mid La Quinta 121 -13.6%
The Cove 258 -11.6%
South La Quinta (PGA West)375 -19.9%
Totals: 866 -16.5%
137 130 124 118 118 115 114 112 112
140 135 132 132 130 127 122 122 121
292 282 276 270 268 263 261 259 258
468 453 438 428 420 407 382 379 375
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STVR Permits in Banned Areas
16.5% Decline YTD 2021
North LQ Mid LQ The Cove South LQ
STVR Density – Permit Ban Areas
9.1%
8.8%
8.5%8.4%8.2%
8.0%
7.7%7.7%7.6%
JAN-21 FEB-21 MAR-21 APRI-21 MAY-21 JUN-21 JUL-21 AUG-21 SEP-21
STVR Density in Permit Ban Areas
Figure 3 shows that density in Permit Ban areas
collectively decreased from 9.1% to 7.6% during 2021.
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STVR Density – Permit Ban Areas
5.3%5.1%4.8%4.6% 4.6%4.5%4.4%4.4% 4.4%
13.7%13.2%12.9% 12.9%12.7%12.4%11.9% 11.9%11.8%
6.2%6.0%5.9%5.7%5.7%5.6%5.5%5.5%5.5%
15.4%14.9%14.4%14.1%13.8%13.4%12.6%12.5%12.3%
JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APRI‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21
Density in Permit Ban Areas
North LQ Mid LQ The Cove South LQ
Permit Ban Area Sept. 2021 Density % Change since Jan 2021
North La Quinta 4.4% -17.0%
Mid La Quinta 11.8% -13.1%
The Cove 5.5% -11.3%
South La Quinta (PGA West)12.3% -20.8%
Totals: 7.6% -16.5%
Compliance Overview
STVR Program: Compliance:
1) Permitting; 1) Managing complaints;
2) Tax collection; 2) Conducting investigations
3) Compliance 3) Enforcement
Code updates – Jan. 15, 2021 – enhanced regulations,
enforcement, and fines
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Compliance Overview
STVR compliance measures – 2 categories:
•Disturbance – due to noise, generally caused by
large events or gatherings, children running/
screaming/laughing, popping balloons, construction,
slamming doors; excessive parking, bright lights,
trash, unmaintained yard, etc.
•Administrative – operating/advertising without
STVR permit or business license, failure to display
permit on listing, incorrect or missing occupancy limit
advertised, failure to report TOT, etc.
STVR Complaints Citywide
- Citywide complaints decreased by 25% in Q-3 from Q-2
- 60% of the 294 complaints in Q-3 were for unpermitted properties
93
45 54 64 74
37
69
31 18
47
27
58 56 64
33
119
38
19
140
72
112 120 138
70
188*
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37
JAN-21 FEB-21 MAR-21 APRI-21 MAY-21 JUN-21 JUL-21 AUG-21 SEP-21
STVR Complaints Citywide
Permitted vs. Unpermitted Properties
Permitted STVRs Unpermitted STVRs
Q-2 = 328 Q-3 = 294Q-1 = 324
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Enforcement - Citywide
- 65% of 2021 citation were issued to unpermitted STVR properties
- 68% of 2021 citations were issued for Administrative matters
12
8 10
4
14
11
8
5 7
14
6
27
19 17
21
14
5
21
26
14
37
23
31 32
22
10
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JAN-21 FEB-21 MAR-21 APR-21 MAY-21 JUN-21 JUL-21 AUG-21 SEP-21
STVR Citations for Permitted & Unpermitted STVRs
Permitted Unpermitted
STVR Compliance - Permitted vs. Unpermitted
- Compliance activity for Permitted properties decreased by 32%
in Q-2 & an additional 14% in Q-3
- For Sept. 2021 – less than 2% of permitted STVR properties
received complaints & were subject to any enforcement action
78
50 50 39 48 34
58
24 22
48
25
52 61 55 42
120
52
73
1,320
1,283
1,257
1,238 1,235 1,216
1,185 1,185 1,181
1,100
1,150
1,200
1,250
1,300
1,350
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
JAN‐21 FEB‐21 MAR‐21 APR‐21 MAY‐21 JUN‐21 JUL‐21 AUG‐21 SEP‐21
STVR Reported/Addressed Issues
Permitted Properties w/Complaints, Notices, Citations, Suspensions Unpermitted Properties w/Complaints, Notices, Citations
Permitted STRs
Q-2 = 121
Permitted Properties Total
Q-3 = 104
Permitted Properties Total
Q-1 = 178
Permitted Properties Total
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Hosting Platforms
•October 2021 – removal of unpermitted ads
•Ongoing weekly removal of unpermitted ads
•Two-factor authentication
•Monitoring of City portal
Noise Monitoring Device Program
Phase II Pilot
•NoiseAware & Minut have agreed to participate
•February 1, 2022 – 30/60 day period
•Test indoor & outdoor devices
•Test standardization of escalation process
–SMS within 10/15 min. to guest & host
–Auto call within 10/15 min. to guest & host
•Comprehensive reports
•Access to data
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QUESTIONS
Classified
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OPEN HOUSE IN PROGRESS
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Special Joint City
City Council & Planning Commission Meeting
December 7, 2021
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Special Joint City
City Council & Planning Commission Meeting
December 7, 2021
S1 – Discuss Highway 111 Planning
Implementation Efforts
Introduction
The Highway 111 Vision seeks to
address connectivity, pedestrian- and
bicycle-friendliness, transit, green
infrastructure, economic development,
and retrofitting of the existing
suburban fabric.
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Planning Efforts
Contract adopted in Sept 2020 to further implement the Vision, consisting of four phases:
1. Form Based Zoning Code Assessment and Sample Code
Completed
2. Corridor Roadway Design Concept
In progress
3. Engineered Plans, Specs and Estimates
Not yet initiated
4. Highway 111 Form Based Zoning Code
Not yet initiated
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Phase 2 Update
Purpose:
•Develop Engineered Design Concept to Fulfill 2019 Highway 111 Vision
•Expand Transportation Role of Corridor
–Regional Gateway to La Quinta
–Active Transportation Corridor
•Anticipate Economic Role of Corridor
–Establish Plan for Backbone Infrastructure
–Consider Changing Development Trends
2019 Vision Plan
Phase 2 Update
Approach:
•Build on Highway 111 Vision Concepts
•Technical Analysis (Inform Design / CEQA)
•Consider Constructability (Survey, Utilities, ROW)
•Consider Implementation & Funding
–Phasing & Land Development
–Leverage Programmed Projects & Grant Eligibility
2019 Vision Plan
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Phase 2
Analysis
•Big Data to Simulate
pre-Covid Conditions
•Mostly LOS D or
better, even during
peak hours
•Bike LTS is poor
•Crash Analysis by Segment
and intersection
•25% of City crashes are on
Hwy 111 (40% fatal)
•Data reinforces need to
lower speeds and protect
pedestrians
Phase 2
Alternatives
-Option 1
Selected for
Hwy 111
- Road Diet on
Adams Street
- Intersection
Options
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Phase 2
Plan View
•Connections to
CV Link
•Cultural Trail
•Internal Streets
•Adams Street
DRAFT
DRAFT
CONCEPT UNDER
CONSIDERATION
DRAFT
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Phase 4 Scope Revision
Highway 111 Specific Plan
•Builds on Sample FBC (Phase 1)
•Includes Key Steps to Ground Plan in
Market Realities
•Streamlines Regulatory Actions
•Enables CEQA Document to Include
Streets and Land Development
Phase 4 Scope Revision
Original Scope (Form Based Code) Revised Scope (Specific Plan)
Objective Code Objective Code
Specific Plan Repeals Specific Plan Repeals & Replacement
Stakeholder Engagement & Site Tour
Market Demand Analysis
Buildout Land Use Map & Yield Table
3D Development Models & Site Work
CEQA Clearance (previously Phase 3)
Unified Plan for Streets and Land Use
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Approach
Implementation of Vision Plan
•Phase 2 & 3 Refinement of Vision
for Streets with Engineered Plans
•Phase 1 & 4 Refinement of Vision
with Realistic Development Plan
Approach
1. Repeal Individual Specific Plans
•Assess Specific Plans and integrate
effective standards
•Remove standards that are no longer
effective
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Approach
2. Develop La Quinta “Highway 111 Code”
•Introduce Form-Based Code Elements
•Ensures market-ready development block
pattern with desired street network and
frontages
•Incentivize public realm creation and amenities
Scope Refinements
1. Realistic Development Scenario
•Prepare Market Demand Analysis
•Property Owner & Developer Input
•Identify Catalyst Projects
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Scope Refinements
2. Property Owner Involvement
•Do not duplicate “visioning”. Seek stakeholder “champions” and obtain critical buy-in
•One-on-one meetings with Development Community & Property Owners
•Public Study Sessions and Hearings
Scope Refinements
3. Build Out Plan (Similar to Village Build Out Plan)
•Based on market analysis, site tour, property owners, opportunities & constraints
•Quantify potential dwelling units, jobs, and square footages
•Analyze & Cost Buildout Infrastructure Needs
•Informs Future Entitlements
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Scope Refinements
4. Environmental Analysis
•Corridor Buildout Analysis to include Land Development and Roadway Concept
•Complete CEQA Technical Studies for IS/MND (including VMT)
•CEQA Streamlining for Consistent Projects
Discussion
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Phase 2
Update
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Phase 2
Update
Phase 2
Update
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Special Joint City
City Council & Planning Commission Meeting
December 7, 2021
S1 – Discuss Highway 111 Planning
Implementation Efforts
Introduction
The Highway 111 Vision seeks to
address connectivity, pedestrian- and
bicycle-friendliness, transit, green
infrastructure, economic development,
and retrofitting of the existing
suburban fabric.
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62
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Planning Efforts
Contract adopted in Sept 2020 to further implement the Vision, consisting of four phases:
1. Form Based Zoning Code Assessment and Sample Code
Completed
2. Corridor Roadway Design Concept
In progress
3. Engineered Plans, Specs and Estimates
Not yet initiated
4. Highway 111 Form Based Zoning Code
Not yet initiated
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64
12/08/2021
33
Phase 2 Update
Purpose:
•Develop Engineered Design Concept to Fulfill 2019 Highway 111 Vision
•Expand Transportation Role of Corridor
–Regional Gateway to La Quinta
–Active Transportation Corridor
•Anticipate Economic Role of Corridor
–Establish Plan for Backbone Infrastructure
–Consider Changing Development Trends
2019 Vision Plan
Phase 2 Update
Approach:
•Build on Highway 111 Vision Concepts
•Technical Analysis (Inform Design / CEQA)
•Consider Constructability (Survey, Utilities, ROW)
•Consider Implementation & Funding
–Phasing & Land Development
–Leverage Programmed Projects & Grant Eligibility
2019 Vision Plan
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66
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Phase 2
Analysis
•Big Data to Simulate
pre-Covid Conditions
•Mostly LOS D or
better, even during
peak hours
•Bike LTS is poor
•Crash Analysis by Segment
and intersection
•25% of City crashes are on
Hwy 111 (40% fatal)
•Data reinforces need to
lower speeds and protect
pedestrians
Phase 2
Alternatives
-Option 1
Selected for
Hwy 111
- Road Diet on
Adams Street
- Intersection
Options
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68
12/08/2021
35
Phase 2
Plan View
•Connections to
CV Link
•Cultural Trail
•Internal Streets
•Adams Street
DRAFT
DRAFT
CONCEPT UNDER
CONSIDERATION
DRAFT
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70
12/08/2021
36
Phase 4 Scope Revision
Highway 111 Specific Plan
•Builds on Sample FBC (Phase 1)
•Includes Key Steps to Ground Plan in
Market Realities
•Streamlines Regulatory Actions
•Enables CEQA Document to Include
Streets and Land Development
Phase 4 Scope Revision
Original Scope (Form Based Code) Revised Scope (Specific Plan)
Objective Code Objective Code
Specific Plan Repeals Specific Plan Repeals & Replacement
Stakeholder Engagement & Site Tour
Market Demand Analysis
Buildout Land Use Map & Yield Table
3D Development Models & Site Work
CEQA Clearance (previously Phase 3)
Unified Plan for Streets and Land Use
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72
12/08/2021
37
Approach
Implementation of Vision Plan
•Phase 2 & 3 Refinement of Vision
for Streets with Engineered Plans
•Phase 1 & 4 Refinement of Vision
with Realistic Development Plan
Approach
1. Repeal Individual Specific Plans
•Assess Specific Plans and integrate
effective standards
•Remove standards that are no longer
effective
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74
12/08/2021
38
Approach
2. Develop La Quinta “Highway 111 Code”
•Introduce Form-Based Code Elements
•Ensures market-ready development block
pattern with desired street network and
frontages
•Incentivize public realm creation and amenities
Scope Refinements
1. Realistic Development Scenario
•Prepare Market Demand Analysis
•Property Owner & Developer Input
•Identify Catalyst Projects
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76
12/08/2021
39
Scope Refinements
2. Property Owner Involvement
•Do not duplicate “visioning”. Seek stakeholder “champions” and obtain critical buy-in
•One-on-one meetings with Development Community & Property Owners
•Public Study Sessions and Hearings
Scope Refinements
3. Build Out Plan (Similar to Village Build Out Plan)
•Based on market analysis, site tour, property owners, opportunities & constraints
•Quantify potential dwelling units, jobs, and square footages
•Analyze & Cost Buildout Infrastructure Needs
•Informs Future Entitlements
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78
12/08/2021
40
Scope Refinements
4. Environmental Analysis
•Corridor Buildout Analysis to include Land Development and Roadway Concept
•Complete CEQA Technical Studies for IS/MND (including VMT)
•CEQA Streamlining for Consistent Projects
Discussion
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80
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41
Phase 2
Update
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82
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42
Phase 2
Update
Phase 2
Update
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WRITTEN
PUBLIC
COMMENT
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
DECEMBER 7, 2021
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From:Brad Anderson
Sent:Tuesday, December 7, 2021 2:36 PM
To:City Clerk Mail
Subject:"Written Comments" for the La Quinta City Council meeting - 12/7/2021 - 4:PM
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December 7, 2021
City of La Quinta
78475 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California
Attn: Clerk of the Board/City Council
Re: Written letter to be entered in to the Public record and made available to the general public for the scheduled La
Quinta City Council meeting scheduled for December 7, 2021 ‐ Agenda Item: 3 of the Consent Calendar
(Submited in accordance with California AB361)
Dear La Quinta City Council,
Please discontinue the implementation of resolution no. 2021‐035 (AB361)
As your aware the City of La Quinta has abused the good intentions of California's AB361 by having a City Council
member participate in Public meetings by teleconference while traveling out of the Citys boundaries (Out of State) for
"family business". Best practices would of been to adhere to well established California State law and abide by the
"Brown Act" requirements.
The La Quinta City Council took unusual actions to call a special meeting and scheduled it only minutes before a regular
schedule City Council meeting to implement AB361 (clearly out of the scope of proper procedures for special meeting) A
City Council member made verbal remarks that said such actions were necessary to not be illegal? And the Citys legal
counsel also made misleading statements that AB361 was needed to be implemented due to other State mandates
expiring on certain dates.
The "Social distancing" narrative have been "debunked" in it's original unverified distance requirements (which are not
mentioned in the Citys resolution?) The City Council (City Manager) could easily locate and secure event venues to
conduct City related business (Public meetings) which would insure safely (Health and welfare) of all attendees.
Please be advised that the scheduled "Open House ‐ Meet & Greet" planned for December 7, 2021 from 5:30 to 6 30PM
in City buildings clearly show the City Council's willingness to disregard what's inconvenient, and shows "No" fear of
"Imminent Risk" that was falsely accused as "Findings" to continue the Implementation of the Citys missuse of
California's AB361.
California's "Brown Act" are seen as safeguards against Government abilities to deny Public transparency of it's
operations. City officials should be held accountable and accessible to Resident's during "Open Public meetings" ‐ the
potential of widespread corruption have only Increased by certain aspects of AB361 ‐ And Best Practices would be "NOT"
to impediment California's New law (AB361)
Sincerely,
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - DECEMBER 7, 2021 - WRITTEN COMMENTS BY BRAD ANDERSON, RANCHO MIRAGE
MATTERS ON THE AGENDA - CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 3 RELATED TO AB 361
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Brad Anderson | Rancho Mirage, CA |
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - DECEMBER 7, 2021 - WRITTEN COMMENTS BY BRAD ANDERSON, RANCHO MIRAGE
MATTERS ON THE AGENDA - CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 3 RELATED TO AB 361