City of Indio
City Council / Indio Water Authority Minutes
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Mayor Miller called to order the study session meeting of the City Council for the City of Indio and the Indio Water Authority, at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber located at 150 Civic Center Mall, Indio, California.
STUDY SESSION - 3 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Glenn Miller
Mayor Pro Tem Elaine Holmes
Councilmember Oscar Ortiz
Councilmember Benjamin Guitron IV ~ arrived at 3:02 p.m.
Absent:
Councilmember Waymond Fermon
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ~ led by Councilmember Ortiz
3. PUBLIC COMMENT None.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1 Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget Recap and Discussion to include Indio Water Authority and the City's Capital Improvement Plan
Ruby D. Walla, Director of Finance presented a PowerPoint Presentation.
Mayor Miller adjourned to closed session at 4:10 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION - 4 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Glenn Miller
Mayor Pro Tem Elaine Holmes
Councilmember Waymond Fermon
Councilmember Oscar Ortiz
Councilmember Benjamin Guitron IV
2. PUBLIC COMMENT None.
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3. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION TO CONSIDER:
3.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - POTENTIAL LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)
One Case
REGULAR SESSION - 5 PM
Mayor Miller called to order the regular joint meeting of the City Council for the City of Indio, Indio water Authority at 5:03 p.m. in the Council Chamber located at 150 Civic Center Mall, Indio, California.
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Glenn Miller
Mayor Pro Tem Elaine Holmes
Councilmember Waymond Fermon
Councilmember Oscar Ortiz
Councilmember Benjamin Guitron IV
City Staff Present:
Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager, Jonathan Nicks, Asst. City Manager, Brian Tully, Chief of Police, Andrew Ansoorian, Dir. of Human Resources, Ruby Walla, Dir. of Finance, Miguel Ramirez-Cornejo, Dir. of Economic Development, Ian Cozens, Dir. of IT, Timothy T. Wassil, Dir. of Public Works, Rey Trejo, IWA General Manager, Sabdi Sanchez, Dir. of City Clerk Services.
2. INVOCATION led by Pastor Tony Williams ~ Love of Christ Community Church
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Raegan Hunter ~ Fifth Grader at Amelia Earhart Elementary.
4. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Miller reported Council met in Closed Session to discuss the items listed therein and there was no reportable action.
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1 New Employee Presentations
City Manager Montgomery introduced and welcomed new members of Team Indio:
1. Gustavo Gomez, Principal Planner
2. America Fuentes, Accountant
3. Jacqueline Sanchez, Administrative Assistant
4. Melisa DeLira, Dispatcher
5. Vanessa Valencia, Community Program Aide (not present)
6. Jose Torres, Planning Fellow
7. Victoria Terriquez, Economic Dev. Fellow
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8. Deyaneira Lopez, Marketing Fellow
9. Scott Albright, Part Time Senior Planner
6. YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL (YAC)
YAC Mayor Vianca Terriquez reported on the Council's recent participation in the Chella concert and the City's Arbor Day event. She also reminded the public about the upcoming YAC Annual Mental Health Hike, scheduled for May 16 at the Badlands Trail.
7. CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND INFORMATION
City Manager Bryan Montgomery reported on the upcoming Asada Fest, taking place on May 10 at Downtown Indio’s Center Stage. He reminded the public about Food Truck Fridays and noted that the Farmers Market will soon go on its summer hiatus.
8. CITY COUNCIL CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE
Mayor Pro Tem Holmes disclosed a recusal on Public Hearing Item 12.2
9. CITY COUNCIL REPORT ON MEETINGS ATTENDED PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 53232.3(D)
Councilmember Guitron reported had no report on committees.
Councilmember Ortiz reported on the Indio/Coachella Waste Transfer Station JPA meeting.
Councilmember Fermon had no report on committees.
Mayor Pro Tem Holmes had no report on committees.
Mayor Miller reported on the Indio/Coachella Waste Transfer Station JPA meeting.
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
10.1 Minutes for the City Council Special meeting of April 7, 2025, and Minutes for the City Council and Indio Water Authority regular meeting of April 16, 2025
10.2 City Warrants from 04-05-2025 to 04-24-2025
10.3 IWA Warrants 04-05-2025 to 04-24-2025
10.4 Report of investments for the quarter ending March 31,
10.5 Purchase of network equipment for the new City Hall in the amount not to exceed of $500,000 from ConvergeOne
10.6 Approval of a 5-year Agreement with Dropcountr, Inc. for the Indio Water Authority online customer portal in the amount not-to-exceed $210,000
10.7 Authorize release of Subdivision Improvement Agreement and Lien previously posted by Coco Palms 27, LLC, for Tract Map No. 38072-4 (Dolfina) and accept new Subdivision Improvement Agreement and
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improvement bonds with D.R. Horton Los Angeles Holding Company, Inc. for the street and survey monument improvements
10.8 Accept the street and survey monument improvements and authorize release of the surety for Lennar Homes of California, LLC, Tract Map No. 31815 (Paradiso), generally located on the northeast corner of Monroe Street and Avenue 41
10.9 Construction Contract with PTM General Engineering Services Inc., in the amount of $534,034 for the Avenue 44 and Lago Vista Boulevard Traffic Signal Project, City Project No. TS2301
10.10 Ratification of Change Order No. 3 with Marina Landscape, Inc. in the amount of $91,275 for added costs for the Jefferson Overpass Median Improvements (City Project No. ST2308
10.11 Final Tract Map for Coco Palms 27, LLC, Tract Map No. 38072 (Dolfina), generally located on the southeast corner of Jackson Street and Avenue 49 10.12 Amendment No. 3 to the existing Professional Services Agreement with Steve Serna dba Serna & Associates, in the amount of $203,000 and extend the term of the Agreement until June 30, 2026, for the Park Ambassador Program for FY 2025/26
10.13 Amendment No. 1 to the existing Professional Services Agreement with Dynamic Building Maintenance, in the amount of $184,800 and extend the term to the end of the fiscal year on June 30, 2026, for park janitorial services for FY 2025/26
10.14 Accept the street and survey monument improvements and authorize the release of the surety for Terra Lago Indio, LLC, Tract Map Nos. 32341-11, 32341-12, and 32287 (Four Seasons at Terra Lago), generally located east of Golf Center Parkway and north of Avenue 44
10.15 Authorize a month-to-month rental extension agreement with Mobile Modular for the temporary clubhouse at The Lights at Indio Golf Course in an amount not-to-exceed $83,899
Councilmember Ortiz pulled item 10.12 and 10.13 for further clarification.
Jonathan Nicks, Assistant City Manager, provided a brief presentation on the amendment to the existing PSA with Serna (Park Ambassador Program) & Associates and Dynamic Building Maintenance (custodial services).
Motion made by Councilmember Fermon, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Holmes to approve Consent Calendar Items 10.1 thru 10.15. Carried unanimously.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
11.1 Consideration of Membership in and approval of Agreement for the Coachella Valley Power Agency Joint Powers Authority (CVPA JPA) regarding electric power in the eastern Coachella Valley Approve membership in and agreement for the Coachella Valley Power Agency Joint
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Powers Agreement.
Bryan Montgomery, City Manager, presented the Staff Report.
Discussion ensued.
Public comment provided by:
1. Brad Anderson
2. Tony Williams
Motion made by Councilmember Fermon, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Holmes to approve membership and agreement for the Coachella Valley Power Agency Joint Powers Agreement. Carried unanimously.
11.2 Presentation on the East Indio Employment Corridor Annexation Study and Provide Input to Staff regarding Phase I of the project Brian Halvorson, Dir. Of Community Development introduced Rachel Lindt with Dudek Consultants who provided a PowerPoint Presentation.
Discussion ensued.
This is a receive and file item. No action required.
12. PUBLIC HEARINGS
12.1 Approval of the Annual Action Plan FY 2025-2026 for the Program Year 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation in the anticipated amount of $750,001, reprogramming of unspent prior year CDBG funds and authorize the Finance Director to make any necessary budget adjustment for receipt and utilization of the Fiscal Year 2025 allocation and unspent prior year CDBG funds
Councilmember Fermon recused himself from this item due to a conflict of interest.
David Razo, Senior Management Analyst, presented the PowerPoint presentation.
Mayor Miller opened and closed the public hearing at 7:06 p.m. with no public comment.
Motion made by Councilmember Guitron, seconded by Councilmember Ortiz to approve the Annual Action Plan Fy2025-2026 for the Program 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation in the anticipated amount of $750,001; 2) Reprogramming of unspent prior years CDBG funds. 3) Authorize the Finance Director to make any necessary budget adjustment for receipt and utilization of the Fiscal Year 2025 allocation and
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unspent prior year CDBG funds. Carried 4-0-1.
12.2 Approval for a Certificate of Public Convenience or Necessity (Case Files No. PLAN-PCN-25-0006) for a Type 20 Off-Sale Alcohol License issued by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) for PS Bottle Shop, a proposed convenience market located within "The Place" at 45151 Oasis St Indio CA 92201.
Mayor Pro Tem Holmes recused herself from item 12.2 due to owning property within 1000ft.
Brian Halvorson, Dor. Of Community Development, presented the PowerPoint presentation.
Mayor Miller opened the public hearing at 7:09 p.m. with public comment from:
1. Chris White, Applicant
Mayor Miller closed the public hearing at 7:11 p.m.
Motion made by Councilmember Fermon, seconded by Councilmember Ortiz to approve Certificate of Public Convenience or Necessity for PS Bottle Shop, LLC at 45151 Oasis Street (Case File PLAN-PCN-25-0006). Motion carried 4-0-1.
12.3 Acceptance of Fiscal Year 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the amount of $27,592 to purchase public safety supplies, and other services, and approval of the JAG grant Interlocal Agreement; and budget adjustments
Brian Tully, Chief of Police presented the Staff Report.
Mayor Miller opened and closed the public hearing at 7:13 p.m. with no public comments.
Motion made by Councilmember Guitron, seconded by Councilmember Fermon to accept the FY 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the amount of $27,592; authorize the Police Department to use the funding to purchase public safety supplies and officer wellness services; approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the interlocal agreement between participating cities and the County of Riverside, the designated fiscal agent, and other related grant documents; and direct the Finance Department to adjust projected revenue and appropriations as reflected in the financial summary of the report. Motion carried unanimously.
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12.4 Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of Resolution No. 10489 of the City Council of the City of Indio/IWA Board Approving the Water Rate Adjustments in the Amounts as Provided in Exhibit A to the Resolution; and Declaring that No Majority Protest Exists
Rey Trejo, IWA General Manager, in collaboration with Jennifer Mizrahi, Asst. City Attorney presented the Staff Report.
Mayor Miller opened and closed the public hearing at 7:19 p.m. with no public comments.
Discussion ensued.
Motion made by Councilmember Ortiz, seconded by Councilmember Fermon to adopt Resolution 10489 – Approving the Water Rate Adjustments in the Amounts as Provided in Exhibit A to the Resolution and formally declaring that a majority protest does not exist. Carried unanimously.
12.5 Compliance with New Legal Obligations re: Public Hearing on City Vacancies and Recruitment and Retention Efforts (Assembly Bill 2561/Government Code Section 3502.3)
Andrew Ansoorian, Dir. Of Human Resources and Risk Management, presented the PowerPoint Presentation.
Mayor Miller opened and closed the public hearing at 7:37 p.m.
This is a receive and file item. No action required.
13. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
1. Mike Zamudio (North Indio Signage)
14. ADJOURN
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Miller adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
SABDI SANCHEZ, MMC
DIRECTOR OF CITY CLERK SERVICES
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