PRESENTATIONS
AND WRITTEN
PUBLIC
COMMENT
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
JUNE 7, 2022
Verbal
Presentations
PUBLIC
HEARING 1
Coral Mountain
Resort Project
SHOW US YOUR STRIPES!
Developed by Professor Ed Hawkins, University of Reading, 2018. Data updated through 2021.
Temperature Change in Riverside County 1895 ‐ 2021
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A very unpopular project in
the middle of a drought
Derek Wong
La Quinta
Our “Say No to the Wave” Survey Monkey petition signers are all around La Quinta and beyond
Comments on the Petition were optional, nevertheless, we have provided 100 pages of unsolicited comments to the City Staff with a few samples shown here:
What restrictions were in the 2015 drought?
We did not face the severe Colorado River
Crisis impacts in 2015 as we do now
• All Colorado River Water Delivered To CVWD is For IRRIGATION AND POTABLE PURPOSES. COLORADO RIVER WATER IS CONSIDERED
POTABLE UNDER THE QSA & BOULDER CANYON AGREEMENTS.
• The newest Statewide Emergency Guidelines State that the application of potable water cannot be applied to Non-Functional Purposes
• Surf Parks and lagoons will probably be included in the next iteration of prohibited purposes
We are not alone in challenging
Kelly Slater Surf Parks:
• WSL / KS Surf Ranch Sunshine Coast Coolum Australia is facing stiff environmental opposition and has been for years. The project is not on the Queensland Government website nor on Consolidated Properties, the developer’s website.
• Projects in Palm Beach and Austin also have had no traction. • You can’t apply the Lemoore Surf Ranch Mentality anywhere else as its environmental metrics are obviously not universal throughout the world.
Drone Overview of the Coral Mountain
Surf Basin
Judy Hovjacky
La Quinta
Assembly Bill AB 441 – Cleanliness of a Wave
Pool
115960.11.
(a) The wave basin operator shall maintain clean wave basin water while the wave basin is in use. The wave basin operator shall not allow debris, including, but not limited to, floating scum, sputum, trash, or leaves, to accumulate in the wave basin. The wave basin operator shall ensure that water levels are maintained and operated to remove that material continuously through the wave basin skimming or overflow system. (b) The wave basin operator shall clean the bottom, sides, and other surfaces of the wave basin as often as necessary to keep the bottom, sides, and wave basin surfaces clean and free of slime and algae.
Things to watch for in the Drone Video of the
location of the Coral Mountain Surfing Wave Pool
• The 80 feet test lights are at the ends of the wave pool • Look at the proximity to Coral Mountain. Roads, sidewalks, wave generating equipment, etc. need to be right along Coral Mountain and will cause light on the Mountain
• As you watch the landscape, the water will be up to 400 feet wide all along this path
• Look how close to Lisa Castro’s house and yard by the second light • All the roads and sidewalks along this side will be next to Lisa’s property.
• There is no way to cross the Wave Basin other than at the ends.
What to think about as you watch
• How do you keep a body of water this large clean of wind-swept sand and debris so it is usable? • How do you circulate 18 million gallons of water to keep it sanitized and free of algae and brain-eating bacteria, especially when the water will heat up into the 90s in the desert, and you are expecting to keep people safe to be using this massive body of water?
• Contrary to the developer’s information in the EIR, who is basing things on Lemoore and thinks the pool will cool at night when our lows are low 90s or upper 80s for a few hours before sunset. Lemoore lows in the summer are in the upper 60s to low 70s. Their pools cool off every night
• The massive amount of evaporation from sun, heat, wind and wave action that will cause the need of constant replenishment from our aquifer • Please email [email protected] if you want to have a copy of this video.
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1 “Certification of this project CANNOT be
recommended to the City Counsel. Benefits of the
project do not outweigh the significant and
numerous environmental impacts.”
Planning Commissioner Currie
General Plan
Bob Lasser
La Quinta
2 Andalusia specific plan
amendmentünot consistent with General
plan
3 General plan amendment and zone changeü Not consistent with general plan ü Does not uphold rights and needs of
surrounding property owners
ü Not consistent with neighboring
developments
ü Zone change- not compatible with zoning of
adjacent properties
4 The Coral Mountain proposed plan will create
ü Excessive noise, traffic
ü Unnecessary wasteful use of water
ü Detrimental to public health and general welfare
of surrounding communities
5 Coral Mountain Specific Plan
ü Not compatible with General Plan
and land use goals
ü Traffic circulation
ü Livable community standards
ü Economic development benefit
ü Not an efficient use of Water and
scenic resources
6 As a private Resort
üWill not broaden recreational
opportunities for current and
future residents
üAccess to resort amenities is
extremely limited
7 Tentative Tract Map will likely
contribute to
ü Excessive water demand
ü Increase gas emissions
ü Increase noise
ü Increase traffic
ü Coral mountain benefits will NOT
outweigh its numerous impacts
8 The Development Agreement is
not consistent with General Plan in
terms of
üStated objectives
üPolicies
üLand uses and programs
9 Coral Mountain is a 23 -year phased
project and will result in
ü Increased noise
ü Greenhouse gas emissions
ü Construction traffic and dust for
years to come
Ultimately can be detrimental to the
market value, health, and welfare of
the surrounding communities
10 Regarding certification of the EIR
üEIR fails to assess significant
business risk
Project could be abandoned
11 Significant environmental impacts
to surrounding residential areas
üIncreased noise on a daily basis
üExcessive traffic figures
üExcessive water requirements
üJust to name a few
12 Majority of impacts are inefficient
or cannot be completely mitigated
üAllowing certification of the EIR
with significant numerous
environmental impacts should
not be ignored
üMany of the details may be misleading
13 “Certification of this project CANNOT be
recommended to the City Counsel.
Benefits of the project do not outweigh
the significant and numerous
environmental impacts.”
Planning Commissioner Michael Proctor, also
a five-year veteran on the Planning
Commission used the word Specious no less
than three times when describing the Coral
Mountain Surf Project.
14 Specious (adjective) Definition:
Superficially plausible, but actually wrong.
Misleading in appearance, especially
misleadingly attractive.
15 Commissioner Proctor’s EIR Key Points:
• “Quantity Undefined” = they have no idea if it will work or not, and if not, there is no plan
• Profuse amount of speculation and pretty drawings
• Scientific data countered point by point
• Water use is primary concern “how we use water and who uses it matters”
• CVWD modeling of water supply is “guessing and specious” • Water supply is finite and must be used responsibly
• As presented the Coral Mountain Water Park is totally unacceptable.
Noise on Site at Coral
Mountain Never Tested
Carolyn Winnor
La Quinta, CA 92253
Chad Maye’s AB 441 for Recreational water use:
wave basins
• Specifically introduced for “an artificially constructed body of water within an impervious water containment structure incorporating the use of a mechanical device principally designed to generate waves for surfing on a surfboard or analogous surfing device commonly used in the ocean and intended for sport”.
• Passed Assembly, Senate Health, currently on hold by Committee on Appropriations
Relevant Provision on Noise
• 115960.17. (a) In all cases where wave action is suspended for any reason, an audible signal shall be used prior to resuming wave action to warn patrons of impending waves. That audible signal may be of any duration but shall sound within 15 seconds immediately prior to resuming the breaking wave action. The audible signal shall be loud enough so that it can be heard by anyone in the wave basin water and within the range of motion of the wave generation system, but shall not exceed 90 decibels.
Initial Sound Recording
Audio Test from Air Horn at Middle of Wave
Basin to decibel monitor near Coral Mountain
Location of air horn siteIn relation to Coral Mountain
Click symbol for audio playback
What the EIR says about Noise which was modeled but not physically tested at Coral Mountain
• One engineer described Coral Mountain in the EIR as soft so no echoing would occur
• Another engineer in the EIR described Coral Mountain hard surfaces like used in modeling a highway for transportation noise that would be reflected at 1 –2 decibels, not perceptible by the human ear • A study was done with Cadna/A software to model sound measurements • This was a software modeling study superimposing sound measurements made at Coral Mountain receptors with sound recorded at Lemoore
• No actual sound test was performed at Coral Mountain
• We asked multiple times for Coral Mountain on‐site actual noise testing
What our Testing showed
• There is echoing off Coral Mountain
• There needs to be warning signals closer to surfers waiting at either end of the pool for the waves to come so the signals will be loud enough per AB 441 to sufficiently warn surfers
• More warning horns will exacerbate the distance sound will carry and will significantly impact not only Coral Mountain, but Lisa Castro and the developments near Coral Mountain
• The air horn was clearly heard and recorded at Trilogy homes on 60th • Needless to say, it was loud for Lisa Castro – her sound recordings available upon request
Our test proves the EIR is wrong and did not adequately test real noise impacts so the EIR cannot be certified
• The following real testing needs to be completed prior to certifying the EIR and approving the project because these results will prove that the project location is wrong and will significantly impact surrounding neighborhoods:
Sound must be tested at Coral Mountain that will reflect not just the sounds of the Wave Basin and the Wave machinery noise, as in the EIR, but also just as significant:
Sound and Music speakers
AnnouncementsJet skis
Cheering crowds
Screaming participants and beginning surfers
Warning horns (once every three or four minutes, 7AM to 10pm Just a quick thing on lighting
Musco Lighting Demonstration
• While Musco Lighting only did two of the 17 Eighty foot lights:
• There was very little spillage and glare
• However, two lights at the ends do not adequately
illustrate the cluster effect
• But the demonstration proved what we expected – there will be a total wipeout of views of Coral Mountain
Observers of the demonstration were shocked and could not believe how much of the light they were seeing
The two light demonstration
An amusing attempt to try to show what 17 eighty
foot lights would look like. Everyone will be seeing
this light swath which is 80 feet high.
What is this phenomenon of the light glow?
• This was explained on the night of the demonstration by Tim Newendorp, Project Engineer with Musco lighting:
• “What you are seeing is the ‘presence’ of light. This is due to the desert particulate (fine sand, etc.) that is in the air that will always reflect the light.”
• Water vapor from the wave basin will do that too
• Musco light designs only prevent glare and the light spilling over the sides of the wave basin. • Good bye night views of Coral Mountain
Ask the Desert Sun
• Q: What is the haze that can be seen at times covering the valley? — Thomas Stalker
• A: "Desert haze" is a combination of dust, smoke, and other dry particulates that create a hazy effect in the sky. Sources for haze particles can include farming, traffic, industry and wildfires, but much of what we see on a daily basis is simply from the dust caused by our sandy environment here in the Colorado Desert.
• — Larry Bohannan, golf writer and longtime desert resident But what about light on the Mountain?
• With the Wave Basin stretching across this area, there will have to be roads and sidewalks along Lisa Castro’s home and along the west side of the project.
• Otherwise you can’t easily get around the pool
• And the lights will have to be lit for safety, 24 x 7, since there is a ½ mile long “pool” present where drunk people will think they can go swimming, will dive in, it is shallow and they will break their necks • And the development is being allowed 25 foot and 45 foot high lights for safety
• Coral Mountain will forever be lit by these safety lights on all night long
• Coral Mountain inhabitants, both seen and unseen, will be affected You are forever impacting residents in the area
• With a private resort
• In favor of a developer
• In favor of out-of-towners
• In favor of Transient Occupancy Tax
BIG POOL, BIG WAVES, BIG CONCERNS
Donna Williams
81920 Eagle Claw Drive
La Quinta CA 92253
June 7, 2022
Why Safety Matters in Surf Parks
“Injuries should make Surf Park industry leaders nervous, given the current rapid growth of the industry.”
“On any given day, the average surfer in a surf park does get bumped and bounced off the bottom, their board, and sometimes other people.”
“For Surf Park Operators, injuries are the number one enemy…..” Excerpts from article in
SURF PARK CENTRAL
Aug 17, 2021
https://surfparkcentral.com/
Excerpts from BeachGrit article
by Derek Rielly
(10 months ago)
https://beachgrit.com/2021/08/hawaiian-surf-champion-suffers-horror-injury-at-kelly-slaters-surf-ranch-ive-been-asked-bymany-whether-getting-injured-is-worth-the-risk-as-a-professional-athlete/ “I’ve seen, close up, two head injuries and a dislocated shoulder, head wounds at Wavegarden, dislocated shoulder at Surf Ranch.
An orgy of blood followed by soap and towels.”
“All that pretty blue water and troupes of lifeguards ain’t gonna save you if you go over the handlebars in twelve inches of water.
Four years ago, I was surprised by the power of the takedown and how long I was held under for at the Lemoore tank.”
“The Hawaiian longboarder Sally Cohen……pretty regularly up there at number eight in the world rankings, got belted at Surf Ranch a few days ago, losing four teeth after a date with the vinyl covered concrete bottom.”
PROFESSIONAL WORLD SURF LEAGUE LONGBOARDER WHO
SUFFERED CATASTROPHIC INJURY WHILE PRACTICING FOR
EVENT AT SURF RANCH TURNS TO GOODNESS OF OTHERS
TO PAY EXORBITANT MEDICAL BILLS!
https://beachgrit.com/2022/02/professional-world-surf-league-longboarder-who-sufferedcatastrophic-injury-while-practicing-for-event-at-surf-ranch-turns-to-goodness-of-others-topay-exorbitant-medical-bills/
Lawsuit Filed Against BSR Surf Resort
THE PARENTS OF FABRIZIO STABILE–A NEW JERSEY SURFER WHO PASSED AWAY FROM A BRAIN-EATING AMOEBA AFTER SURFING BSR’S WAVEPOOL LAST YEAR–ARE SUING BSR CABLE PARK FOR DAMAGES
APRIL 23, 2019 BY SURFER SOCIAL ICON WEBSITESOCIAL ICON RSSSOCIAL ICON TWITTER Emergency Response
Excerpts from 08/12/2020 Letter
CAL FIRE Riverside County, Riverside to MSA Consulting, Inc. • The proposed project will have a cumulative adverse impact on the Fire Department's ability to provide an acceptable level of service. These impacts include an increased number of emergency and public service calls due to the increased presence of structures, traffic and population. The project proponents/developers will be expected to provide for a proportional mitigation to these impacts via development impact fees. • Further review of the project will occur upon receipt of building plans.
Additional requirements may be necessary at that time.
SUMMARY
MANY SAFETY CONCERNS
• POOL DEPTH? HEAD INJURIES?
• BOTTOM SURFACE -- HOW SOFT? HOW HARD?
• WILL HELMETS BE REQUIRED?
• BLOOD IN THE POOL -- DRAIN? REFILL? CLEAN?
• POOL EQUIPMENT? HOW SAFE?
• WATER QUALITY?
• consistent 100 + degree desert heat and constant sun? • HEAT STROKE?
• EMERGENCY RESPONSE – RESOURCE INTENSIVE?
Tourist Commercial Zone
Change Analysis
Lori Kilburn
La Quinta
Let’s examine this statement that justifies the
Zoning Change
“The proposed addition of Tourist Commercial lands to the property will represent a change from the land uses in Andalusia and Trilogy, as well as the smaller subdivisions occurring in the area. However, the inclusion of Tourist Commercial land in master planned communities in the City is not unusual, and is included at Centre Pointe, PGA West, SilverRock, Legacy Villas, and Travertine Specific Plans. Its location at the southcentral portion of the site provides for a buffer from existing surrounding neighborhoods, and would be fully shielded from public view, or views from surrounding existing neighborhoods. As analyzed in the project EIR, the impacts associated with this land use are less than significant from the perspective of CEQA.”
Let’s Start with Centre Pointe
• On the corner of Washington and Miles
• It is next to Homewood Suites
• What was the equivalent “Wave Pool” attraction?
• Perhaps the Applebee’s Nearby?
• Or Eisenhower Medical Office?
• Or they wanted to live nearby a hotel?
• Or perhaps they wanted nice housing?
Equivalent to Coral Mountain Surf Resort?
“The proposed addition of Tourist Commercial lands to the property will represent a change from the land uses in Andalusia and Trilogy, as well as the smaller subdivisions occurring in the area. However, the inclusion of Tourist Commercial land in master planned communities in the City is not unusual, and is included at Centre Pointe, PGA West, SilverRock, Legacy Villas, and Travertine Specific Plans. Its location at the south-central portion of the site provides for a buffer from existing surrounding neighborhoods, and would be fully shielded from public view, or views from surrounding existing neighborhoods. As analyzed in the project EIR, the impacts associated with this land use are less than significant from the perspective of CEQA.”
FALSE
Let’s Move to Legacy Villas
• At Eisenhower and Coachella Drive
• Great STVR Community with nice pools and next door to La Quinta Resort
• Easy access to Old Town, X Park, Living Desert Zoo, hiking trails, etc.
• What was the equivalent “Wave Pool” attraction?
• No equivalent either
Equivalent to Coral Mountain Surf Resort?
“The proposed addition of Tourist Commercial lands to the property will represent a change from the land uses in Andalusia and Trilogy, as well as the smaller subdivisions occurring in the area. However, the inclusion of Tourist Commercial land in master planned communities in the City is not unusual, and is included at Centre Pointe, PGA West, SilverRock, Legacy Villas, and Travertine Specific Plans. Its location at the south-central portion of the site provides for a buffer from existing surrounding neighborhoods, and would be fully shielded from public view, or views from surrounding existing neighborhoods. As analyzed in the project EIR, the impacts associated with this land use are less than significant from the perspective of CEQA.” FALSE
Let’s Look at Travertine
• Not in front of City Council Yet
• Southeast of Coral Mountain
• Will be developed in the Flood Plain behind the Thomas E Levy CVWD replenishment facility
• Will need three bridges over the berm that was built by the Army Corp of Engineers to protect the area from flooding • Bridge From 62nd
• Bridge From a new Madison extension
• Bridge From 58th and a new Jefferson extension
• This project should not get the time of day from anyone FALSE
Now about PGA West
•Already existing Golf Course and homes
•What was the equivalent “Wave Pool”
attraction?
•Probably the existing golf course or STVRs
•No new attraction had to be built to bring
people there
FALSE
Silver Rock
• From the Silver Rock website: Owned by the City of La Quinta and managed by Landmark Golf Management, SilverRock Resort's Arnold Palmer Classic Course is a challenging 7,239 yards, sprawling over 200 acres with massive native bunkers and stunning water features. Set against the backdrop and natural beauty of the Santa Rosa Mountains, SilverRock is a former home course of the PGA Tour's Bob Hope Classic from 2008-2011. • Golf Course has been there for years and years and the hotels and housing are finally getting built
• The Golf Course is the “daytime” feature
• Backdrop and natural beauty of the Santa Rosa Mountains are not being compromised day or night by an equivalent Wave Park feature FALSE
Let’s Examine this statement about the Coral
Mountain Resort Location
• “Its location at the south-central portion of the site provides for a buffer from existing surrounding
neighborhoods, and would be fully shielded from
public view, or views from surrounding existing
neighborhoods.”
• CVWD has confirmed that due to the Thomas E Levy
pipelines, no other location was available on this
property
Where is Cantera – on the south side of 58th bounded
on two sides by Coral Mountain Resort – taken from
middle of wave pool location. Cantera will not be
shielded
Cantera
11 How about Lisa Castro’s and Guillermo Casillas’
houses – this picture is taken from the zone in the
area of the light demonstration right by the wave
pool – no shielding here
There is nothing true about this statement
“Its location at the south-central portion of the site
provides for a buffer from existing surrounding
neighborhoods, and would be fully shielded from
public view, or views from surrounding existing
neighborhoods.”
“The proposed addition of Tourist Commercial lands to the property will represent a change from the land uses in Andalusia and Trilogy, as well as the smaller subdivisions occurring in the area. However, the inclusion of Tourist Commercial land in master planned communities in the City is not unusual, and is included at Centre Pointe, PGA West, SilverRock, Legacy Villas, and Travertine Specific Plans. Its location at the southcentral portion of the site provides for a buffer from existing surrounding neighborhoods, and would be fully shielded from public view, or views from surrounding existing neighborhoods. As analyzed in the project EIR, the impacts associated with this land use are less than significant from the perspective of CEQA.”
There is not a true word in this whole statement
which is the basis of your Zoning Change
You Cannot Change the Current Zoning from
low density residential to Tourist Commercial
•There is no basis in fact to change this area
to Tourist Commercial
•To do so is subscribing to falsehoods and is
an abdication of your responsibility to the
residents of La Quinta and to the 2035
General Plan
More Problems with the EIR
Katrina Chevalier
Significant Issues with IID – Ongoing meetings with
Cities on how to deal with IID and electrical issues
• How will electricity be provided for Coral Mountain and projects? • That is a significant issue with Coral Mountain Surf Resort because the wave mechanism uses significant amount of energy, the highest of any artificial wave mechanism
What does the DEIR say about IID and power
• In a will serve letter dated May 26, 2020, IID indicated that it can extend electrical facilities to serve the site. Therefore, with the project’s connection to the IID substation, it is anticipated that IID’s existing and planned electricity capacity and electricity supplies would be sufficient to support the project’s demand. IID has indicatednthat additional offsite improvements will be required to meet the project’s power demand. The project will be required to install twelve, 6-inch conduits along Avenue 58 to bring additional power to the siteand install a transformer bank at IID’s existing substation yard located at Avenue 58 and Monroe Street.
• The offsite improvements for the conduit system will take place in the existing right of way, on both sides of Avenue 58, between Andalusia and PGA West, and on Madison Street, west of Andalusia. Avenue 58 is an improved road and classified as a secondary arterial. These improvements would occur along the existing right-of-way and will be installed underground during Phase I of the development. The purpose of the extension is to provide electricity to the project only.
This referenced Will Serve Letter was expired at
the time of the DEIR so the DEIR contained invalid
and misleading information
• We were told by Ms. Criste that the DEIR did not need to include a Will Serve letter so it is not an issue
• But reviewers all were mistaken that the power requirements would be met
The Final EIR references the same IID Will Serve
letter which says IID can provide electricity to the
Coral Mountain Surf Resort
• The project will be required to make offsite improvements for electrical power to the site. The project will be required to install an off-site transformer bank at an existing IID substation located at 81600 Avenue 58 and extend a distribution line along Avenue 58. Conduit systems will also be installed along Avenue 58 as part of the proposed upgrades. Construction of the conduits and line extension would occur in the existing right-of-way.
The extension of IID’s infrastructure will provide electricity exclusivity to the proposed project. The project’s connection to the existing IID infrastructure will occur during the first phase of development and will be for exclusive use of the proposed project. In a letter dated May 26, 2020, IID concluded that electrical facilities can be extended to serve the project, under the conditions in the will serve letter.
The Referenced Will Serve letter is again the
expired May 26, 2020 letter
• Mr. Gamlin indicated that a new Will Serve letter was issued in the fall of 2021 and that it did not need to be referenced in an EIR • However, in the Final EIR issued in February 2022, the same expired Will Serve letter is referenced
• Why was the new Will Serve letter not referenced?
• In a public records request, the City stated it did not have a copy of the new Will Serve letter
• How can we believe in the integrity of the EIR if we know there is erroneous information in it?
You Cannot Certify the EIR for Coral Mountain
• The integrity of the EIR is called into question
• We have documented for you numerous discrepancies
• How many more are there?
Evaporation
Mr. Robin Probst
La Quinta
What are the assumptions for Wave Pools
• Currently, CVWD Landscape Ordinance defines a “Water Feature” as any water applied to the landscape for non-irrigation, decorative purposes, including fountains, streams, ponds and lakes. The Wave Basin is considered a water feature under CVWD Landscape Ordinance No. 1302.4. • Water features use more water than efficiently irrigated turf grass and are assigned an evapotranspiration adjustment factor of 1.1 for a stationary body of water and 1.2 for a moving body of water for this reason. • The proposed Wave Basin is essentially a lake with moving water and is why the factor of 1.2 is used to estimate evaporation at Coral Mountain Surf Resort in La Quinta.
Hydrologist defined area to calculate
• A six foot wave that will be traveling for almost a half mile has more surface area than just the base area of the pool.
• For example, if the Wave Basin water surface is 12.5 acres, the actually square footage surface area to be calculated for evaporation is significantly higher and must account for the total 6 foot wave surface.
Other evaporation considerations
• If the wave itself does wash over areas, those areas must be considered for evaporation as well.
• Our significant wind events must be used in any calculations for evaporation as water will be absorbed into the air at a much higher rate since the air is moving and won’t become saturated. • Pan evaporation numbers that were used as part of the calculations for evaporation by CVWD have not been updated since 2005. That year the Indio area had only 99 days over 100. In 2020, for example, we had over 140 days over 100 and significantly higher temperatures.
This would cause significantly more evaporation.
WADI adventure Surf Park located in a desert
• WADI Adventures in the United Arab Emirates is the only other Wave Pool in a desert environment. They had to pipe desalinated water from the coast for 140 miles so they knew exactly how much water was added to the pool.
• Their pool was only 2.8 Million gallons and 3 acres. From May to November they added 40,000 gallons and from December to April they added 10,000 gallons.
• PLEASE NOTE: They cooled their pool to 84 degrees for the protection of their surfers from the potential of heat stroke and from deadly protozoa. So cooler water evaporates less than the Coral Mountain Wave Basin water which will be in the 90’s in the summer Replenishment at WADI due to evaporation
• Summer replenishment was 1.5% a day which equates to 270,000 gallons for our Coral Mountain 18 million gallon pool, if our pool was only at 84 degrees.
• That is 38 Million gallons for only 140 days, vs. the CVWD calculated 24 Million gallons for a whole year. And this is not including the wind events and higher water temperatures.
• And is only 140 days, not a full year. It also does not include the extra surface area of the wave that is exposed to evaporation.
Evaporation in Lemoore
• For your information, the Kelly Slater Wave Pool in Lemoore, California, the equivalent pool, size and technology of the Coral Mountain Wave Basin, has said that they lose 250,000 gallons of water on hot days in 2020.
• That year they only had 40 days over 100 degrees, with the hottest day 107 degrees. La Quinta had 140 days over 100 degrees with the high temperature of 124 degrees.
EPA formula Calculation vs. Actual Golf Usage
• We did calculations using an EPA formula that takes wind and high temperatures into effect. We only used monthly averages and that came to 740 acre feet or 260 million gallons of evaporation a year versus the 24 million calculated by CVWD
• A water bill for a local 18 hole golf course was 165 Million gallons of water consumption in a year. This is lot less than the surf pool. • The golf course was down 15% year over year in the summer, and overall down year over year. Golf courses can conserve. Surf pools cannot conserve. 15% less water means a surf pool cannot operate. They must close.
Wave Pool Evaporation will be significant
higher than calculated by CVWD
• A Surfing Wave is not a moving lake
• CVWD did not bother to explore more accurate means of calculations to address the Wave Pool
• You cannot approve the Coral Mountain Surf Pool because it will significantly exceed your MAWA in the middle of a historic drought project
Good afternoon Mayor Evans, Council Members and panel. I am Carol Strop, a CPA, and I love living in La Quinta. You have in front of you a copy of the cover of the 40th anniversary issue of the Gem and on the flip side is the ad you ran in celebration. The cover has photos of 40 years of people having fun in a myriad of ways. But what else beside the magnificent mountains, blue skies and starry nights have made La Quinta special? It’s because of the foresight, guidance and planning of city government, from our four and six lane wide streets that never seem to be littered, to our new bike lanes, to the manicured landscapes along the roads, to all the new outdoor patios, to the composting program already in place, to the dog friendliness of the city, and to the parks. Right outside the door, how lucky we are to have such a gorgeous place, with its magical fountain and pathways to meander in the shade, with a bridge to stand on and to marvel at the antics of the ducks. A place to honor our Veterans. No wonder La Quinta is truly the Gem of the Desert.
Of course, I am standing here to talk about the Coral Mountain Development. But what could I possibly say that’s new? I could quote the surfer who described the Wave as “Super noisy just like a freight train barreling along the track”. I could tell you about my futile search to find a video of the sound of the Wave in Lemoore without music overlaid. I could tell you that the hottest month in Lemoore is July – a mere 96 degrees. But you already know all that. It takes 5 and one half hours to drive to Lemoore. I have not heard that anyone went there. So go, hear the Wave first hand, and see how popular it is.
Interview the nearby cattle in the wide open farmlands to see what they think. Bring back a video to the next Council meeting. That is called due diligence. Until then it is too soon to vote. Is the Wave at Coral Mountain in harmony with the surrounding communities? Of course not, we are not farmlands. But you know that too.
Approving the Wave with its noise, music, and lights would be a slap in the face. You have heard the residents’ overwhelming concerns and well researched opposition to Coral Mountain rezoning for two years now, on, oh so many, issues. And why is that? It’s because we have much more at stake than just money, and so do you. We are not going to stop fighting. And that is not good for anyone.
Now, look at your beautiful ad. It begins with a quote from Alphonse de Lamartine, a poet and politician. “History teaches everything, even the Future” and thanks the residents for the City’s success. And I say thank you. Please, just keep doing what the city councils have done for 40 years, treasure our City. Right now you have the opportunity to write your own history and La Quinta’s future. Forget what you may have already decided, or committed to. Will you be remembered as the City Council who valued its coffers over its constituents and led the City into prolonged legal battles? Or instead will you be highly praised for “proudly walking the path” that continues to enhance La Quinta’s quality of life, for its residents. I think it is an easy choice. Thanks for listening Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
Philip Novak, Professor Emeritus
La Quinta
As we know:
•Greenhouse gas emissions, 80% of
which are CO2, act like a blanket,
making the earth warmer, exacerbating
climate change and its negative effects.
The Wavepark’s Carbon Footprint
• Powered by CO2-emitting fossil fuels, the Wave Machine’s large underwater blade, must push 18 million gallons of water, a distance of more than 3 football fields, 50 times per day, virtually 365 days per year.
• The Wave Basin’s construction will require 16.7 acres (13 football fields) of cement. 6% of global GGH emissions come from the creation and processing of cement. • Year-round vacation commuting to the Wavepark’s STVRs and Hotel will only enlarge the Project’s carbon footprint.
• The Developer’s touting of the Project’s walkability as a Carbon Footprint reducer is, proportionally speaking, ridiculous.
Wavepark Environmental Impact, even acc to the DEIR
• The DEIR (4.7—19-20) states that the Project will generate GHG emissions totaling 6.46 metric tons of CO2e per service population per year. This 77% more than the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s applicable significance threshold of 3.65 metric tons.
• The DEIR notes that this situation cannot be offset via carbon credits because 1) the Coachella Valley has not broadly adopted carbon credits as acceptable mitigations for residential and resort projects; and 2) the City cannot determine with certainty that GGH emissions will thereby be reduced to a less than significant level. • The DEIR concludes: the Project’s GHG impacts should be considered significant and unavoidable.
GHG Emissions are just one more reason this Wavepark is the wrong project in the wrong place at the wrong time.
City Council Members: Please don’t use the “Statement of Overriding Considerations” to ignore this Project’s
admittedly significant and ‘forever’ Greenhous Gas
Emissions.
If you approve the Wavepark, What lesson are you teaching the students and future leaders of our community???
City of La Quinta Council
Members and Staff –
We are in an unprecedented
water insecurity time
Alena Callimanis
81469 Rustic Canyon Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
919 606-6164
1 From CVWD on May 17 Colorado River background
3 General
! serves 40 M people
! in drought since
early 2000s
System stats
!" delivery obligation
# 16.5 maf
! storage conditions
# 2000 - 57 maf (95%)
# 2022 – 20 maf (34%)
2022 - 23
$200 M
for system
conservation
projects
2019
(Drought
Contingency
Plan)
Management actions
2003
(QSA)
2007
(Interim
Guidelines)
2021
(500+ plan)
Dec 31,
2025
2007
Interim
Guidelines
expire
2 California Leaders Response to this Unprecedented
Megadrought Disaster in the Making
• “We are in a drought unlike one we’ve seen before, and we have to take actions that we haven’t taken before,” Felicia Marcus, chairwoman of the State Water Resources Board.
• “The severity of this drought requires all Californians to save water in every possible way,” said Joaquin Esquivel, chair of the State Water Resources Control Board, in announcing the new regulations. • The drought has exceeded the severity of a late-1500s megadrought that had been identified as the worst such drought in the 1,200 years the scientists studied.
3 From the Governor
• As California stretches into its third year of drought, Gov. Gavin Newsom is warning local officials that more needs to be done to save water, and to make sure all residents realize how urgent the crisis is.
• If not, Newsom said, Californians could face mandatory statewide water restrictions this summer
4 More Reactions to Required Cuts
• "Metropolitan has never before employed this type of restriction on outdoor water use. But we are facing unprecedented reductions in our Northern California supplies, and we have to respond with unprecedented measures," Adel Hagekhalil, the district's general manager, said in a statement.
• “We don’t have enough water supplies right now to meet normal demand. The water is not there,” Metropolitan Water District spokesperson Rebecca Kimitch said. “This is unprecedented territory.
We've never done anything like this before."
5 What is being said about Golf Courses?
• “Any part of the golf course that is being used for the game of golf, such as the greens and the fairways, are functional,” said Edward Ortiz, a spokesperson for the State Water Board. • “However, water agencies and golf courses need to evaluate whether other turf on a golf course property is functional or not.”
6 Do not be misled that CVWD is exempt from any and all emergency regulations
• As of two days ago, San Diego officials point out that San Diegans are currently using little, if any, water from the state’s imperiled Sacramento River Delta, which feeds urban and agricultural communities through the 705-mile State Water Project. Rather, the region imports more than half of its water from the Colorado River so San Diego claims they should be fine
• However, California’s top water officials aren’t buying that logic. On Friday, they said the San Diego region needs to continue to cut back, especially since the Colorado River remains in the grip of a 22-year megadrought.
7 State’s Largest Water Agency Metropolitan
Water Authority takes impactful action
• The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California uses water from the Colorado River and the State Water
Project to supply 26 public water agencies (Los Angeles, San Bernadino, etc.) that provide water to 19 million people, or 40% of the state's population.
• The Metropolitan Water District declared a water shortage emergency in April and voted unanimously to curtail water use, either by restricting outdoor watering or by other means.
8 Drought and Cuts by the Numbers
•As CalMatters’ tracker shows, California has been in a drought for 843 days
•In March, the State Water Project, which supplies
water to about two-thirds of the state population, cut
its 2022 deliveries by 95%.
•A month later, the Metropolitan Water District of
Southern California, the State’s largest supplier of
drinking water, called for a 35% cut to
water consumption
9 No one, not CVWD, not anyone, can say
“We’re Good” anymore
• “You look at the Colorado River, you look at these stressed systems, and it’s hard for anyone in the state to justify and say, ‘We’re good,” said Joaquin Esquivel, chair of the State Water Resources Control Board, during a recent hearing to approve the state’s new drought restrictions.
• THE FACT THAT CVWD GETS IT WATER FROM THE COLORADO
RIVER DOES NOT EXEMPT IT FROM THE SAME SEVERE
WATER CONSERVATION MEASURES CURRENTLY BEING
IMPOSED ON THE ENTIRE STATE
10 Mr. Gamlin, President Coral Mountain Wave Development, with his Response to the Desert Sun April 17 Editorial
• “The editorial incorrectly states that wave basins must use “potable” water, meaning drinking water. To the contrary, non-potable water sources are appropriate with filtration and disinfection such that it meets all applicable regulatory requirements safe for recreational contact.” • This project does use the same potable water sources that CVWD, MWD and San Diego use, the Colorado River water. Whether it comes from the Canal or the aquifer, it needs to be treated for drinking. Gamlin’s statement in not only misleading, it truly is a lie. This project will not use non-potable and it only will use potable water.
• Canal water is POTABLE Water. Coral Mountain will use Canal water which is Potable water. 11
Mr. Gamlin discusses the “Sustainability” of a Wave Park • Mr. Gamlin’s False Alternative of replacing golf with a sustainable surf park is a “Straw Man” argument
• The Water does not exist for either and the framing of this argument is to deliberately mislead the public into thinking if the City Council does not approve the Surf Park they must approve the 18 hole golf course
• CVWD water usage is predicated on the fact that under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, where all outflows must be matched by equal or greater inflows
12 We are Being Misled when Discussing Sustainability
• Mr. Gamlin talked about CVWD using the worse case scenario of only receiving 45% of the State Water Project based on 2019 numbers • That ship has long sailed. For the last three allocations, the State Water Project has only supplied either ZERO % or 5 % of the CVWD State Water Project Allocation
• So instead of getting 50,000 acre feet of SWP allocation, we are getting 0 to 6500 acre feet, a loss between 50,000 acre feet to 43,500 acre feet per year.
• So we are already at a deficit of our aquifer, with more outflow than inflow
13 Significant Issues with the CVWD Indio Subbasin Water Management Plan
• In December 2021, CVWD approved the Indio Subbasin Water Management Plan Update, which provides the most current assessment of the subbasin and other water supplies, including consideration of the potential for extended extreme drought conditions
• In that plan, CVWD used the 45% SWP allocation, KNOWING FULL WELL THE ALLOCATIONS HAD BEEN 5% or 0% over the prior two years, no longer 50,000 acre feet • Also under this plan, CVWD noted they would be obligated to contribute approximately 14,000 to 24,500 AFY of their allocation back to the Colorado River Reservoirs • However, not only did their modeling not include the revised SWP allocations, but it did not include the potential for the Colorado River allocation return 14 Where we stand
•We are entering the third year of the drought
•All sources for water in the Coachella Valley are at
record lows and will continue their decline
• The only source of water in the Valley is the Colorado River
• Canal Water is Colorado River Water which is the only type of water delivered to the Valley through the
Canal
15 There is no end in site to this drought
• This is an unprecedented time
• You cannot just ignore what is going on right now
• “As this drought persists into a third year, we are experiencing drier and hotter weather than ever before,” said California Natural Resources Agency Secretary Wade Crowfoot. “These conditions diminish our water supplies but also threaten energy reliability. We are adapting to these unprecedented conditions and working to find flexibilities where possible to safeguard both water supplies and grid reliability.”
16 This is not 2019 – This is now
• IT'S REAL AND ITS GETTING MUCH WORSE. THESE CATASTROPHIC
AND CURRENT MEGA-DROUGHT CONDITIONS WERE NOT ADDRESSED
IN THE WATER STUDIES THE SUPPORTED THE CORAL-MOUNTAIN EIR. • TO DISREGARD OUR CURRENT AND FORESEEABLE FUTURE
CATASTROPHIC MEGA-DROUGHT AND RELY UPON OUTDATED EIR
DOCUMENTS AS A FORMALITY RATHER THAN REALITY IS TO
COMPLETELY ABDICATE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE PUBLIC THAT YOU ARE ELECTED TO REPRESENT.
• AS BAD OR WORSE IS THE DIVISIVE DISTRUST OF YOUR LEADERSHIP
IN GOING AHEAD WITH A PROJECT THAT DOES NOT REPRESENT YOUR
RESIDENTS BUT ONLY A SMALL HANDFUL OF ELITIST MILLIONAIRES THAT CAN AFFORD TO "SURF" IN THE DESERT FOR $1,000'S OF DOLLARS AND RENT OUT PARTY HOUSES FOR $1,000'S . 17
Here is the City Response to this “Short Term
Crisis” which is Short-Sighted
“The Water Supply Assessment (WSA) prepared by the applicant considered detailed water demand calculations, which were analyzed in 2019 and reviewed and approved by the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD). The analysis in the WSA is based on the requirements of State Water Code, and although it does consider long range planning conducted by CVWD for water supplies, including periods of drought and climate change, it does not address short term crises such as the current drought emergency, nor is it intended to.” • Why would a project like this even be considered during times of climate change? Why do they call this a “short term crisis” - do they have a crystal ball ?
• This state of drought is unprecedented and scientists do not know how and when this will end.
18 La Quinta development is growing and visitors
are coming
• Visitors and new residents are flocking to La
Quinta. Property values and visitation are at or very
near all time highs. All of this new economic activity
is happening without NEW SURF-PARKS, LAGOONS
AND GOLF COURSES.
•Monday June 6, 2022 Desert Sun: Home Prices up
20% April 2021 to April 2022
19 What will an approved surf park bring?
• Instead of being a draw to La Quinta it will bring shame and derision AS an area of TONE-DEAF ELITISTS wasting our Precious and dwindling water on ELITE FRIVOLITIES BENEFITTING NO ONE BUT THE GET RICH QUICK DEVELOPERS and out of town SHORT TERM LANDLORDS
TRYING TO GET RICH WASTING THE PEOPLE'S WATER.
• Employment at the "Surf-Park" will, of course, be the lowest wage seasonal employment possible. This type of low wage employment certainly does not provide the long-term economic opportunities LaQuinta wants for its residents and the residents of surrounding areas.
• In Fact, this Elitist SURF-Park provides a RANK example of exploitation of the disadvantaged La Quinta Residents and surrounding communities.
20 Only one decision can be made
• We are being gamed by Mr. Gamlin and
the developers. This project is NOT for
the residents or for the valley
• In this unprecedented time, the only
decision that can be made is No to the
Coral Mountain Surf Resort
21 The statement of overriding
considerations lacks credibility
Rick Roth
La Quinta
Purported Justification Reason #1
• The project will generate substantial transient occupancy tax (TOT) revenue for the City from the proposed hotel, which the City Council considers a critical component of the project
• “Mr. Gamlin has said that the hotel may not be built out. The STVRs are needed to ensure occupancy even during off season.” (Wave Pool is not a year-round amenity like we have said).
Purported Justification # 2:
• The project provides a unique opportunity to allow short-term vacation rentals (STVRs), at the homeowners’ option, that will also generate substantial TOT revenues for the City
Initial Housing Buildout
• 104 units would be valued at $2.75 million, and 26 at $6 million. This represents the resort residential portion of the project located adjacent to the hotel and wave pool, as well as the 26 custom home sites located at the northwest corner of the resort complex. • The balance of the residential development, 470 units, average selling price of $2.3M would be built in Phase 3 of the project, and upon completion, would represent build out of the proposed project.
The most recent development agreement
makes TOT impossible to predict
Certain Revenue the City will get from existing
Developments in 2033
Looking at existing built houses as of today at PGA West Greg Norman, The Palms and Plaza Serena, Andalusia, Griffin Ranch, Trilogy, Santa Rosa Trail, Lion’s Gate, Santerra and Alta Verde. Today’s total assessed value = $2,155,196,284
Riverside Tax Rate approximately = 1.28614
So that comes to $27,719,057 in tax money that goes to Riverside.
La Quinta gets 6.5 cents on the dollar from Riverside
So that makes it $1.8M to La Quinta
This does not count any new developments or new housing in the developments above
NOT DEPENDENT ON AN UNDEFINED CORAL MOUNTAIN BUILDOUT
There is no deficit that requires new revenues
for fire protection
A surf resort will create a deficit
•As you saw earlier, Emergency Services are expected to be higher for Coral Mountain Surf Resort
• The obvious low-risk alternative is a residence-only
buildout at Coral Mountain that avoids this deficit
STVR Revenue is still healthy in La Quinta
• You do not know if the STVR moratorium will pass
• A little over 10% registered voters have put the moratorium on the ballot in November
• The initiative shows that voters wanted to restrict STVRs into the currently zoned tourist commercial areas
• Why create a new Tourist Commercial Zone in face of that opposition
The Real Estate Market is Hot
• The primary or secondary home market is hot
• The Pandemic has proved you can work from anywhere
• This location without the wave resort is ideal for that family or couple • The views are the outstanding and the quiet at night is unmatched anywhere in La Quinta
• Black skies here are the envy of the Rancho Mirage Observatory • Add more hiking, walking and biking trails to make this an ideal location Use creativity like Toll Brothers on 58th does
to collect $613/year assessment for La Quinta
Conclusions
• The high risk for this project creates foreseeable risk of business failure and bankruptcy
• After bankruptcy, any promises made by the developer won’t be worth the paper it is written on
• The only prudent development is residential only
• From my point of view, proceeding with the proposed development under these circumstances would be a breach of fiduciary duty Business
Session Item 1
Initiative
Petition-Measure
1 From: Jim Alderson <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 1:35 PM
To: City Clerk Mail; Monika Radeva
Subject: Written Public Comment 6-7-2022 STVR Petition
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Written Public Comments for 6-7-2022 meeting
RE:STVR Petition
Dear Mayor and Council,
I would like to address Table 1 on page 239 of the agenda. These are your numbers, as presented by the consultants. It is titled Direct STR 2-Bedroon+Visitor Indicators in La Quinta. I will address the most current numbers from 2021.
There were 1,973,016 available nights and 223,598 occupied room nights. This is an occupancy rate of 11.3%. I think you would agree La Quinta has excess capacity of STVRs at this point.
Using your assumption that 20% of available STR nights are in tourist/commercial zones, this measure would leave 20% of 1,973,016 available nights or 394,602 available nights if STVRs were banned in residential areas. So in 2021 the 223,598 occupied nights would have easily fit into the 394,602 available nights. The occupancy rate would have been 56.7%, and there would have been plenty of room for people wishing to rent an STVR in La Quinta. Your report shows hotel occupancy in the valley at around 75%.
The report says it excluded any new STVRs coming on line. The Signature at PGA West is in a tourist/commercial zone and has 192 units. Thus there is a potential for 70,080 available nights for STVRs. This should have been factored in.
In tourist/commercial zones the current available nights are 394,602, and if you add the Signature 70,080, you have 464,682 available days for STVRs in La Quinta, which would easily handle the 223,598 occupied nights in 2021. The occupancy rate would be 48.1%
Your report makes the assumption that most all of the occupied nights would simply go away. There is nothing to substantiate this. It is very likely the renters would merely choose a rental in the tourist/commercial zoned areas, as there are plenty available. They would spend the same amount of money and no jobs would go away.
If you assume renters will move to STVRs in tourist/commercial zones, then there is no loss of revenue to the city, and all the projected losses become meaningless.
Thank You,
Jim Alderson
81280 Legends Way
La Quinta, CA 92253
760-771-5979
1 From: James alderson <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 7:52 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Homepage - TALUS | La Quinta
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
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Good Morning,
Was this additional TOT revenue included in your economic review? It looks to me that there are plenty of places for people to stay outside of residential areas.
I think the City has a fiduciary duty to it’s citizens to prepare an accurate economic analysis of the effect of moving STVRs out of residential neighborhoods.
Thanks,
Jim Alderson
81280 Legends Way
La Quinta, CA. 92253
https://taluslaquinta.com/
Sent from my iPhone
1 From: James alderson <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 8:54 PM
To: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: COMPLETED: Alderson, Jim 2022-06-06 New STVRs at PGA West - Signature Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hi Monika
Thanks for the quick response. My point is that the impact of phasing out residential STVRs will be dramatically offset by the new Signature STVRs, and I hope this is taken into account.
Jim Alderson
Sent from my iPhone
On Jun 6, 2022, at 7:18 PM, Monika Radeva <[email protected]> wrote:
Good afternoon Mr. Alderson,
The City has received and processed your inquiry, sent via the email below and dated 6/6/2022.
The residential development referenced in your email, by Woodbridge Pacific Group, is the Signature at PGA West, which has a total of 230 unit, 130 single-family residential detached and 100 condominium units. Almost all units in the Signature development (except for 14 units) are with on of the exempt areas in the City that allows STVR uses.
This email correspondence completes the City’s response to this inquiry. Please let me know if we can be of further assistance. Thank you.
Monika Radeva, CMC | City Clerk
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Tel: (760) 777-7035
[email protected]
From: James alderson <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 7:03 PM
To: City Clerk Mail <[email protected]>
Subject: New STVRs at PGA West
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** 2 Good Morning,
Here is information showing an additional 192 units at PGA West. They are zoned for STVRs. Has this been taken into account in your economic review?
Thanks,
Jim Alderson
81280 Legends Way
La Quinta, CA 92253
3 4
Sent from my iPhone
1 From: Edward Armendarez <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 1:44 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Edward Armendarez
La Quinta
760‐625‐1888
June 7th, 2022
Business Session ‐ City Council Item 1
Re: Accept and Approve Ballot Initiative “Phase‐out and Permanent Ban of Non‐Hosted Short‐Term Vacation Rentals in Non‐Exempt Areas of the City of La Quinta” by 12/31/2024.
Dear Ms. Mayor and City Council,
A broad spectrum of the citizenry of La Quinta, representing all parts of our beautiful City, have made their voices clear; they want the opportunity to rid their residential neighborhoods of STVR mini‐motels, which are commercial enterprises in residential zones. People want their neighborhoods back and want to enshrine that in law. That will happen in November when this initiative is on the ballot and they can express to you their will.
Please do not thwart the will of the people. Let their voices be heard.
Thank you for all that you do,
Edward Armendarez
1 From: Boyd Beghtol <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 12:07 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Stvr
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I’m a homeowner in La Quinta, and my house is within a hundred yards of two of these rentals.
They constantly are doing drugs at these locations with my 3 little kids outside playing. These cause nothing but problems with noise and parking and the list goes on. Thanks, concerned homeowner.
Sent from my iPhone
1 From: Monika Radeva
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 11:08 AM
To: Evette Bruesehoff
Cc: Laurie McGinley; Monika Radeva
Subject: Bruesehoff, Evette: 6/7/2022 Written Comments - STVR Support Good morning Ms. Bruesehoff,
The written public comments provided via your email below will be provided to the City Council at the 6/7/2022 regular meeting and will be included in the public record for the meeting.
Thank you.
Monika Radeva, CMC | City Clerk
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Tel: (760) 777-7035
[email protected]
From: Evette Bruesehoff <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 10:31 AM
To: City Clerk Mail <[email protected]>
Subject: WRITTEN COMMENTS ‐ 6/7/22
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Evette Bruesehoff
La Quinta
562-713-1298
Regarding Short Term Rentals
I am extremely concerned that that the City Council might ban short term rentals because of the extreme negative financial impact on the city of La Quinta. We moved to La Quinta from Long Beach, Ca where we lived 25 years. La Quinta is the beautiful, safe, small town we wanted. The city is clean, has lovely parks and open spaces and city amenities. We feel safe here walking at night in Old Town. We are very worried a huge decrease in City income will ruin our new home city. If STR’s are banned the Council will be forced to cut city services. Please DO NOT ban STR’s.
SINCERELY, Evette Bruesehoff
1 From: [email protected]
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:14 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: FW: STVRs initiative - Tuesday Council Meeting today Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** I am a resident of La Quinta for 22 years and would not feel comfortable having a revolving door of people all around the neighborhood as I feel our safety and tranquility would be jeopardized.
Please allow the initiative to be on the ballot in November.
Thank you. Nancy Chiles, Resident
1 From: Noreen Diodati <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 8:36 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments re 6/7/22 City Council Meeting agenda item: Ballot Initiative to eliminate rentals less than 28 days from zoned residential neighborhoods in La Quinta Importance: High
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Sir/Madam,
We would like to show our support for letting all La Quinta citizens vote as to whether they want to stop the proliferation of short-term rentals in our city’s neighborhoods or continue to let “hotel businesses” thrive in our neighborhoods, to the detriment of knowing our neighbors and making La Quinta an affordable place to live.
“Seasonal” renters (28 days or longer) are vested in being good neighbors, are aware of local mores, and support our community by shopping and “socializing” locally. The majority of short-term renters arrive for the weekend with their own groceries, alcohol and “no care” for their surroundings as they’re in “resort mode” (nothing wrong with that, just let them enjoy the multiple areas in our city that are appropriate for resort experience!). The city will continue to thrive with additional sales tax revenue through support for our local businesses, and continued STVR permit income through the multiple locales that are zoned for STVR use. PLEASE keep La Quinta the beautiful residential city we loved when we first moved here 10 years ago.
Sincerely,
Noreen & Joe Diodati,
81205 Legends Way, La Quinta CA 92253
408-313-0680
1 From: hsndetroit <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:09 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Comment on STVR
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Sarah Gelberd
54965 Avenida Herrera
310418 5554
I Very Much am AGAINST VIA in writing and would like to speak also.
RESOLUTION NO. 2022‐018
ADOPT RESOLUTIONS: (A) ORDERING THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY AN INITIATIVE ORDINANCE AND BALLOT MEASURE PROPOSING THE “PHASE‐OUT AND PERMANENT BAN OF NON‐HOSTED SHORT‐ TERM VACATION RENTALS IN NON‐EXEMPT AREAS OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,” BY DECEMBER 31, 2024, AT THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 8, 2022 [RESOLUTION NO. 2022‐018 Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S10+, an AT&T 5G Evolution capable smartphone 1 From: Dean Graves <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 6:02 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: WRITTEN COMMENTS Dean & Cathy Graves La Quinta, CA 303-949-8004 Business Session Agenda Item 1 STVR Residential Limits
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My name is Dean Graves and my wife and I have owned a home in LaQuinta ( specifically PGA West) for nearly 9 years.
The issue of short-rental properties in residential communities should be decided by a vote of all registered voters of our city.
The vast majority of LaQuinta residents have purchased and live in homes in neighborhood communities, hoping/expecting to get to know their neighbors over time. To live in a “normal” neighborhood without a parking lot of 5 cars on either side of them, in the driveway and street.
Where the neighboring homes are just that, and not mini hotels.
This doesn’t even address the fact that it is farcical to continue to call communities like ours as gated. At any given time there could be 100 or more people within the gates that are not neighbors, but strangers. The renter might have a minimal background check, but what about the 4-8 others in the house.
As to the study regarding revenue loss projections with the elimination of STVR’s, it strikes me as a scare tactic by those whose interests do not align with residents in these neighborhoods.
First, the study speaks to revenue loss from renter spending on retail, food and entertainment.
As these STVR properties become residences again, residents will also shop, eat out, etc. In fact, in many cases these residents will spend money year round, not sporadically around holidays and Spring festivals. Second, designated commercial residential properties could meaningfully replace revenues lost from STVR’s currently in our neighborhoods. This is understated in the study and no attempt to quantify this forward looking alternative is included.
Lastly, the impact on job losses may also be overstated in the study. As these homes go back to owner-occupied residences, new hotels are completed and alternative Commercial residential alternatives are introduced, job impact could be minimal.
As residents, we expect our local government to respond to the will of its constituents.
Please listen carefully.
Thank you,
Dean and Cathy Graves
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1 From: Jeff Hillebrand <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 12:39 PM
To: Jon McMillen; Monika Radeva
Cc: Don Shoffstall; Jim Lambert; Rex Bloesser; Paul Spitzer; Don Nimis; Steve Bottom; Steve Weiss Subject: STR Referendum
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Jon and Monika,
Please record our comments with the City Council. We cannot attend the Council meeting tomorrow night, but would make these comments if we could attend.
Our comments are as follows;
As you know, we have experienced unlicensed short term rentals in our PGA West neighborhood and have reported these activities on a continuing basis to Code Compliance. Kevin Meredith has been diligent in his follow up and has issued multiple citations. Unfortunately these have had little impact as the homeowners and their management companies have continued to violate City regulations including as recently as this past weekend when a short term rental occupied an unlicensed home. As you also know, recently there was an incident at an STR down the street from us that required response from Code Compliance, HOA security, and the Riverside Sheriff.
Why would the City not do everything in its power to stop such activities? This continued behavior leads to unnecessary aggravation for full time La Quinta residents such as ourselves and our other neighbors. In addition there is enforcement expense that could be avoided, but for these illegal activities.
We are fully supportive of putting this issue to a vote of registered voters in La Quinta.
We also understand you are doing an economic impact study. Please include the impact of converting these businesses to homes occupied by residents of our community who will frequent local businesses, bring back a neighborhood feel to our communities rather than the party atmosphere that accompanies STRs and have other positive impacts on the quality of life of full time residents. We are supportive in allowing STRs in those areas that are appropriately zoned for such activity such as transient and village commercial districts including the Signature at PGA West that has over 250 homes that qualify rather than our residential area.
Thank you for considering our point of view.
Jeff and Nini Hillebrand
1 From: Alfredo <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 3:40 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Short term rentals
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
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I wish to express my opposition to the item listed as Business Item 1 to accept the resolution in support of terminating short term rentals. Existing permit holders, who have been responsible in managing their properties and paying taxes according to existing La Quinta laws should not be subject to this ban. By doing so, the City would in effect, be taking value away from those owners without any due compensation. This would be illegal under the US constitution regarding takings by governmental entities without due compensation to the owners. I respectfully request the council not approve this resolution.
Alfredo Izmajtovich
Homeowner
77131 Calle Mazatlan
La Quinta, CA 92253
818‐612‐4882
[email protected]
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1 From: George M. Yin <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 9:28 AM
To: Monika Radeva
Cc: [email protected]; Laurie McGinley
Subject: RE: Kaufman Legal Group: 6/7/2022 Council - VRON-LQ Letter re Rejection of Initiative Petition (003) (00400680xB613E).PDF
Attachments: Title and Summary_ Notice of Intent.pdf
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Thank you for your message. I would also like to add the attached document to the letter/documents that will be distributed to the City Council and City staff. They are true and correct pdf copies of the Title and Summary prepared by the City Attorney, and the Notice of Intention submitted by the Initiative proponents. I referred to these documents in my letter and I will refer to them in my verbal comments. Please provide these documents along with the letter I submitted earlier so that City officials can have them for reference when considering my comments.
An additional note, I have recently been recovering from a mild case of covid‐19. While I am beginning to come out of isolation, I propose to make my verbal statements by online video. I was informed that is possible. Can the City and I make arrangements for this to occur?
BTW, my cell phone is 323‐333‐5534, if you need that information. 2 From: Monika Radeva <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 7:27 PM
To: George M. Yin <[email protected]>
Cc: [email protected]; Monika Radeva <[email protected]>; Laurie McGinley <[email protected]> Subject: Kaufman Legal Group: 6/7/2022 Council ‐ VRON‐LQ Letter re Rejection of Initiative Petition (003) (00400680xB613E).PDF
Good afternoon Mr. Yin,
The written comments provided in this email will be distributed to Council and incorporated into the public record for this meeting.
I have made a note that you wish to provide verbal comments during tomorrow’s meeting as well, please make sure to complete a request to speak form when you arrive and had it to a staff member.
Thank you.
Monika Radeva, CMC | City Clerk
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Tel: (760) 777-7035
[email protected]
From: George M. Yin <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 3:54 PM
3 To: City Clerk Mail <[email protected]>
Cc: [email protected]; Jon McMillen <[email protected]> Subject: WRITTEN COMMENTS ‐ Emailing: VRON‐LQ Letter re Rejection of Initiative Petition (003) (00400680xB613E).PDF
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Clerk Radeva,
In case you have not already arranged it, I request that the attached letter be included as a written comment for the June 7 City Council meeting for Business Session Item NO. 1. I also request to make spoken/verbal comments to the City Council for Business Session Item No. 1 as a representative of my clients.
Per your instructions:
1) Full Name – George Yin, Kaufman Legal Group, attorney for Vacation Rental Owners & Neighbors‐LA Quinta (VRON‐LQ)
2) City of Residence – Los Angeles
3) Phone Number ‐ 213‐452‐6576
4) Public Comment or Agenda Item Number – Business Session Item No. 1 5) Subject – Serious Defects with Short Term Rental Ban Initiative Petition 6) Written Comments – Attached
I request to make spoken/verbal comments for the item.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
George M. Yin
Attorney
………………………….................
Kaufman Legal Group, APC
777 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 4050
Los Angeles, California 90017
213.452.6576
[email protected]
The information contained in this email, including any attachments, is confidential and may be attorney‐client privileged information and intended only for the addressee. Do not read, copy, or disseminate this email communication unless you are the addressee. The information contained in this message is the property of Kaufman Legal Group and its unauthorized use, disclosure, reproduction, or dissemination, is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately notify the sender and destroy all copies of this communication. Thank you.
From: George M. Yin
Sent: Wednesday, June 1, 2022 12:53 PM
To: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected] Subject: Emailing: VRON‐LQ Letter re Rejection of Initiative Petition (003) (00400680xB613E).PDF Dear Honorable Officials of the City of La Quinta:
4 For your immediate review, please find attached a letter regarding the rejection of an initiative petition submitted to the City.
If you have any questions, please contact me at your convenience.
George M. Yin
Attorney
………………………….................
Kaufman Legal Group, APC
777 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 4050
Los Angeles, California 90017
213.452.6576
[email protected]
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1 From: Jim Lambert <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 10:50 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments June 7, 2022
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La Quinta, CA
760‐564‐2037
Addressing Business Sessions 1,2,3
Initiative to restrict STVRs to TC, VC and development agreement communities.
Written comments will also be speaking.
Good afternoon, Mayor, council and staff.
The report commissioned by the City, is a great example of a self-fulfilling prophecy.
If the parameters given to the researcher ask what might be the negative impacts of eliminating STVRs, this is what you get.
Alternatively, the study shhould have projected numbers for transitioning current STVRs into existing and developing TC, VC and Developments with agreements over the 2 years until implementation of the initiative ordinance.
Those existing STVRs in Residential zones would be available for full time residents who would contribute to the local economy full time, not just the “room nights” of short term renters. In our own experience with the 4 “estate homes” within 500 feet of our home, 4 or more SUVs pull up to each house and unload people, booze, coolers of beer and food and then do not go anywhere.
According to the 2020 census La Quinta averages 2.55 people per household with a median household income of $75,724 which would be spent in the local economy full time, not by “room night”.
2 Additionally, transitioning the STVRs in the current moratorium to full time residents who most likely will work in the area increases the labor force and will provide housing for teachers, police and fire personnel.
Every child in school from Kindergarten to 12th grade provides funding from the Federal Government and the State Government. Governor Newsome’s proposed 22-23 budget proposes $20,000 per student, none of whom are from STVRs.
Transitioning STVRs to the areas zoned for them will eliminate the current incompatible interface between transient renters who frequently disregard common civility and the neighborhood residents in residential areas. Current TC zones have few complaints according to staff report February 25, 2021.
City staff reports fewer citations and complaints which is perceived as great progress in controlling STVRs. In reality, the conditions needed to meet noise complaint standards has most residents not trying anymore. Transient noise not witnessed by staff doesn’t qualify even though one might have been awakened by noise. Having a call to the responsible party for the rental doesn’t eliminate the fact one was awakened.
In multiple Council meetings some council members have referred to ”a few old people not liking the sound of happy vacationers.” I would say 3667 signatures, of which 3244 are La Quinta voters is more than a few, collected in less than half the allotted time.
I will cite the Report: “However, this growth hasn’t come without concerns, as many in residential neighborhoods view STRs as an inappropriate COMMERCIAL activity in parts of the community reserved for non commercial uses.”
“However, much of the lodging revenue paid flows to STR operators who live outside the area.”
“The City of La Quinta reports that 62% of permitted STRs in the community are registered to those who live outside the area.”
LET THE 24392 REGISTERED VOTERS WHO LIVE AND VOTE HERE
DECIDE WHERE STVRS ARE APPROPRIATE, NOT THE 700 OR SO
OUTSIDE INVESTORS.
3 To paraphrase General Eisenhower on D-Day, "The eyes of the La Quinta voters are on you."
Thank you, Jim & Barbara Lambert
Good afternoon city council members and community residents, My name is Alondra and I'm part of the team at Minut. As we can all agree, tourism has changed greatly in the last 2 year years. Short-term rentals were once an afterthought when planning a trip and now they offer a more affordable way to travel for families and remote workers alike. I'm here to urge you to reconsider the current proposal to ban short-term vacation rentals. These types of bans often do more harm than good, as it simply punishes those who have done things legally (many of whom are also at this meeting).
There are members of your community here who have short-term rentals and who have registered for a legal permit to run and operate their business. They love hospitality and take great pride in hosting their guests. They make them feel welcome, giving them recommendations on their favorite local restaurants, boutique shops and even where to find the best golf courses. These hosts have gone through the hoops of getting a permit to run their business legally. Some of them have even voluntarily signed up for a pilot program on noise monitoring to tackle any potential noise complaints.
So you may wonder, what does Minut have to do with all of this? We offer a device which allows hosts and property managers to monitor noise and occupancy and we’ve been working with numerous short-term rental owners in this community on that pilot program to ensure that they are the first to know about any noise issues at their properties.
Our development team even worked with the city so that La Quinta (not the property owners) had full control over what the appropriate noise levels were and could not be tampered with.
The sensors and free support allowed the ability to download noise data as a report so we could track how often the noise was truly an issue.
Our program was set to last 3 months which was then extended into May at the requests of several property managers.
Thanks to our program, the total number of noise disturbances at the residences with a permit to operate legally was cut down to 3. Our experience shows that vacation rentals experience a lot less issues with noise than the public perceives. And when a host has our device installed, 83% of incidents are resolved within 20 minutes or less.
Of course, we can't forget the economic impact:
According to a Visitgreatpalmsprings.org, short-term vacation rentals bring in $91 million in state and local taxes.
It’s also estimated that about 4,200 jobs are sustained by the short-term rental vacation industry in Coachella Valley alone.
There are many ways to help ensure that short-term rentals create a win-win situation, but banning them will not have any effect on those who are running their business illegally and will only punish those who have tried to do things the right way and rob the community of the economic benefits of tourism that is provided by short-term rentals. 1 From: lisa Moller <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 5:24 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** From: Lisa Moller
Resident of La Quinta , CA
Tel: 760‐899‐3756
Re: THE INITIATIVE PETITION ENTITLED “PHASE-OUT AND PERMANENT BAN OF NON-HOSTED SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTALS IN NON-EXEMPT AREAS OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,” BY DECEMBER 31, 2024[RESOLUTION NOS. 2022-017]
Dear Mayor, Hon. City Council and City Manager,
I have been a resident of La Quinta for 22 years. I own two historic Casitas in the Cove that I have painstakingly restored. I live in one, and my daughter lives in the other. I love my community and neighborhood and wholeheartedly urge you to support the ballot initiative relegating STVRs to areas where they are allowed and eliminated completely from residential zones by 2024. Neighborhoods and community are things of value and have not been appreciated as they should. STVRs are mini motels that place a burden of operation, without approval, on the neighborhood. We prefer neighbors, not an endless stream of transients. Please honor the will of the people, your constituents, and not kowtow to special interests and STVR owners who don’t even live here.
With thanks,
Lisa Moller
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1 From: MARDE OLSON <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 10:51 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments re 6/7/22 City Council Meeting agenda item: Ballot Initiative to eliminate rentals less than 28 days from zoned residential neighborhoods in La Quinta ** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. **
Hello-we would like to show our support for letting all La Quinta citizens vote as to whether they want to stop the proliferation of short-term rentals in our city’s neighborhoods, or continue to let “hotel businesses” thrive in our neighborhoods, to the detriment of knowing our neighbors and making La Quinta an affordable place to live.
“Seasonal” renters (28 days or longer) are vested in being good neighbors, are aware of local mores, and support our community by shopping and “socializing” locally. The majority of shortterm renters arrive for the weekend with their own groceries, alcohol and “no care” for their surroundings as they’re in “resort mode” (nothing wrong with that, just let them enjoy the multiple areas in our city that are appropriate for resort experience!). The city will continue to thrive with additional sales tax revenue through support for our local businesses, and continued STVR permit income through the multiple locales that are zoned for STVR use. PLEASE keep La Quinta the beautiful residential city that we rented in for 7 years (always over 28 days!), and now live in full time! Sincerely, Marde and Mark Olson, 55898 Brae Burn, La Quinta 92253 952- 240-9019
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1 From: Kathleen Fitzpatrick
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 8:25 AM
To: MARDE OLSON
Cc: Bill Ihrke; Monika Radeva; Jon McMillen
Subject: Re: RE ballot initiative to eliminate STVR’s from zoned residential neighborhoods…(meeting tomorrow 6/7) Written comments…
Thank you for your email Ms. Olson. I appreciate you sending your comments to me regarding the STVR issues on the agenda tonight.
I always appreciate the input of residents and will, of course, take your input into consideration tonight during deliberations.
Kathleen Fitzpatrick | Council Member
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico | La Quinta, CA 92253
Ph. 760.777.7030
E: [email protected]
www.laquintaca.gov
www.playinlaquinta.com
On Jun 6, 2022, at 11:45 PM, MARDE OLSON <[email protected]> wrote:
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hello-we would like to show our support for letting all La Quinta citizens vote as to whether they want to stop the proliferation of short-term rentals in our city’s neighborhoods, or continue to let “hotel businesses” thrive in our neighborhoods, to the detriment of knowing our neighbors and making La Quinta an affordable place to live.
“Seasonal” renters (28 days or longer) are
vested in being good neighbors, are
aware of local mores, and support our
community by shopping and “socializing”
locally. The majority of short-term renters
arrive for the weekend with their own
groceries, alcohol and “no care” for their
2 surroundings as they’re in “resort mode”
(nothing wrong with that, just let them
enjoy the multiple areas in our city that
are appropriate for resort
experience!). The city will continue to
thrive with additional sales tax revenue
through support for our local businesses,
and continued STVR permit income
through the multiple locales that are
zoned for STVR use. PLEASE keep La
Quinta the beautiful residential city that
we rented in for 7 years (always over 28
days!), and now live in full time!
Kathleen, PLEASE listen to us- there are plenty of WONDERFUL STVR sites in our city, which will generate more than enough revenue to support city efforts and still maintain our beautiful “residential” city! Please allow the voters to decide as to what our :city” looks like (lovely residential “small town” community with easy access to shops, restaurants, and cultural/arts events, OR “drive-by” vacation/resort “la-la land”).
Sincerely, Marde and Mark Olson, 55898
Brae Burn, La Quinta 92253 952-240-b
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1 From: David Park <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 10:29 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** David Alan Park
56475 Legends Circle
760-564-2818
Phase out and permanent ban of STVR's in residential areas Written Comments:
I fully support the initiative to transition short term rentals out of Residential zoned communities into the Transient Commercial, Village Commercial and Developments with agreements zoned communities; and I wish I could be there today but in lieu of that please accept my comments below as a plea for the city we all came here for.
I feel certain that many of the items I would wish to bring up have probably already been written to the City Council or will be offered today at the meeting so I will limit my thoughts to personal comments and try to be brief.
Back in 2015-2016 I served on an Ad-Hoc committee to come up with creative ideas to increase revenues for our city knowing with certainty that future impending budgets were at risk if we did not do something. After about a year or so with access to all city information our only recommendation was an increase in taxes - At no time was there ever a discussion about turning our neighborhoods and streets into "motel alleys" It would have been unthinkable to me and the twelve other people I served with.
And yet here we sit today just six years later battling to save our neighborhoods from the corporations, etc. who don't care one bit about us or this city and quite frankly from my perspective a city council who are blinded by the almighty "dollar". Many of us spent our lives working hard to accumulate enough wealth to live in the "Gem of the Desert"; and we made big investments in this city and now I fear that this "Gem" of ours might be turning into "Cubic Zirconia".
And finally I must say that I for one, and I know there were many more, served 9 years on the Investment Advisory Board because I believed that the City Council always had the best interest of homeownerresidents in mind - I am hoping that this is still true today! Please listen to the resident voters of La Quinta and let the voters decide if they want their neighborhoods back, or transient hotels next door.
2 Respectfully Submitted,
David Alan Park
1 From: Carol & Tony <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 2:42 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Initiative signatures
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
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Good day to each City Council Member of La Quinta:
We are year-round residents who have resided at PGA West for 10 years. We totally support the Initiative that is being discussed at the June 7th meeting.
Unfortunately we are not able to personally attend the meeting, but the fact that over 3,000+ registered residents have come forward showing their total support by signing the Petition is evidence of the support and the end result desired to maintain La Quinta as a friendly, quiet, neighborly community.
We urge you all to vote in favor of moving this Initiative to the November ballot.
Thank you,
Carolsue Peyton
Anthony Laperuto
Registered Voters and Residents
55378 Firestone
La Quinta, CA 92253
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1 From: Jennifer Porter <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 12:44 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Jennifer Porter
La Quinta Cove
916 835 3622
Business Session‐STVR
Opposition to the STVR ban and initiative measure
Dear Mayor and City Council members, I am a proud owner of a cherished second home in the Cove of La Quinta. When myself, family, and friends are not visiting (which we visit often), I do open my home to short term rental guest. I am an excellent host, friendly with my neighbors, and feel very much part of this wonderful community. I, and my family and friends, are contributors to the city of La Quinta and so are the wonderful guest staying during our time away.
I want to express my strong opposition to any measure banning short‐term rentals in La Quinta. The new restrictions, fines, increased fees, 2 strikes policy, permanent moratorium on new permits, and increased enforcement that you, the Mayor and City Council implemented, are working!! The numbers tell the truth and the main offenders remaining are unlicensed/unpermitted rentals that will not go away from this proposed ban. Conversely, there will certainly be less resources to manage the illegal short term rentals without the STVR program dollars and enforcement since more than 70% of the STVR revenue/TOT would be lost. A lose‐lose situation.
As the city of La Quinta still works to recover from the pandemic, we ought to be doing everything in our power to support small businesses and local employees. Banning short‐term rentals, however, would have the opposite effect.
Visitors staying at short‐term rental properties directly contributed over $145 million into our local economy last year per the recent impact report. That revenue supports so many of the restaurants, shops, theaters, and other businesses that make La Quinta a truly incredible place to live and visit. If that revenue dried up from a ban on short‐term rentals, La Quinta residents (full and part time) would all pay a heavy price. Many of these businesses could be forced to close or lay off workers. A small but significant example and one close to home is one of my neighbors has taken on the role of my STVR assistant/manager. She and her husband, 30+ year long term residents, rely on this second income to provide for themselves and their four children. There isn’t an equivalent opportunity that would allow the same income/time ratio while raising a family. Another long‐term resident has created a fulltime living around STVRs as a cleaner/assistant, doesn’t know what to do if this moves forward but one of the options she is considering is moving. These examples are a direct impact if a STVR ban goes forward but the collateral damage to so many different business entities is very real.
Our business community would not be the only aspect of our city hurt by a ban on short‐term rentals. La Quinta's city budget depends on the millions of dollars in tax revenue these properties bring in. That money pays for essential services like firefighters and police officers and helps pay for the upkeep of our parks, playgrounds, and other public spaces that we all take for granted. Without that revenue, we would likely see our taxes raised to fill in the gap. Speaking as a La Quinta home owner and part time resident, trading higher taxes for a ban on short‐term rentals is simply an unacceptable proposition.
2 Please, reject this misguided measure that will hurt our city's finances and damage our quality of life in La Quinta. If this measure moves forward, I will NOT be selling my home. It will sit vacant for a much greater portion of the time. I don’t see how that helps local businesses or the community?! Please say NO to the STVR initiative and ban! Sincerely,
Jennifer Porter
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Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 10:49 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: FW: Written Comments regarding approving STVR Issue on November Ballot ** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Comments respectfully submitted by Patricia A. and Terry R. Pracht 80900 Weiskopf, La Quinta CA 92253 760‐777‐ 8026
As individuals who helped solicit signatures on the petitions to place the STVR Issue on the November ballot, we offer the following comments for your thoughtful consideration:
Although we understand there is a challenge by the association of vacation renters, it is our understanding that the petition we circulated for signatures was prepared by and approved by the La Quinta City Attorney. In fact, we had to start over collecting signatures to ensure that the petitions we circulated were in fact in compliance with applicable laws and ordinances.
Now that the County has certified the signatures on the petitions, we firmly believe that the citizens of La Quinta are entitled to vote on the matter, since well more that the ten percent of registered voters required have indicated they want the opportunity to vote on the matter consistent with what other desert cities have done. STVR’s at PGA West are negatively affecting our quality of life and the citizens should be able to decide if they want to live in residential communities or small business communities. In our case we have a rental two doors from us that is rented almost every week/weekend. With noise at all hours day and night. The same property was previously rented for several months at a time, and we never had any issues with long term renters. Once the property turned over, it’s been nothing but problems. It was purchased by a realtor from Newport for the express purpose as a short‐term rental. He only cares about his income! Not our quality of lfe.
We also believe the study was significantly flawed as it assumes those renting short term now in La Quinta, will no longer rent in La Quinta. We know that is inaccurate from those renting here now that have commented they will look for another place to rent in La Quinta. For example, many renting at PGA west will still be able to rent at the Signature which is zoned for short‐term rentals. And as short‐term renters are replaced with longer term renters, La Quinta will sill have an economic benefit. Finally, if the loss of revenue proves to be too significant to the City, then we would propose to replace that income with another method of “taxation” that is broad based, such as an (another) increase in the sales tax rate. Please let the citizens decide!
We feel that short term rentals should only by allowed in areas specifically zoned for that purpose. Lost revenue to the city should not be more important than quality of life.
Terry R. Pracht, D.D.S., M.S.
Board Certified Specialist in
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics
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1 From: Stefanie Segal <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 9:51 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Cc: Marv Segal
Subject: Short Term Rentals
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We have had the misfortune of living next door to a known “party house” for a year. It is indescribable the amount of people in and out, the noise, yelling and music plus the cars that impacted our daily living both inside and outside our home.
No one and nothing seemed to impact the owners decision to cease this type of rental situation.
We were even told they could care less about fines as they could afford them! Since that horrible year the constant activity has quieted down and our desert life is now more like living in a nice, neighborly community. We attribute this miracle to the wonderful people who made it known to the City Council that this will not be tolerated. The short term rental people realize they cannot continue to run a hotel business in a residential neighborhood and they fear losing their license if they follow on this path.
Now we hope the City Council will follow up on all the hard work the residents of La Quinta have done and voted for to make our neighborhoods safe and quiet.
SHORT TERM RENTALS DO NOT BELONG IN RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITIES!!! Marv & Stefanie Segal
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1 From: Mario Sewell <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 12:08 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments -- June 7, 2022 Council agenda ** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** My name is Mario Sewell. I am a resident of the City of La Quinta.
I would like to submit written comments on two June 7, 2022 City Council Agenda items:
Business Session: Agenda Items #1, #2 and #3.
I urge Council approval of all the above items. City residents met the legal requirements to place the initiative on the ballot of a future election.
Joint Council meeting with Housing Authority.
Agenda item approving Coral Mountain wave project.
We are at the beginning of a megadrought of historic proportions. The proposed wave park is not a priority compared to water needed for residents and visitors.
Mario Sewell
1 From: Carine Topal <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 3:04 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Carine Topal
Residing in La Quinta
310-809-8578
Public Comment
The N4N Ban of STVR/Deception
Comments:
Several months ago, as I entered the Stater Bros shopping parking lot, I saw two people who were speaking with others in front of the market. I approached and overheard something about STVR. I addressed then man taking signatures and said, "I am a STVR owner. Is this FOR the STVR or against. He said FOR. I signed the form and the next day I told my husband to do the same. He did. When I found out that in fact the signatures were against the STVR I felt deceived and tricked into signing. Subsequently, I had both of our signatures removed. I say we should all play fair. We all want our city to thrive.
I am a responsible home owner and proud of the City of La Quinta. I take care of my home and the people who rent from me. I pay $750.00 annually for the privilege to rent my home through AirBNB, and I contribute 11% of any of the monthly rents that I accrue. The culprits are those who choose to rent their home illegally and those who are not mindful of the city ordinances. They are the trouble makers. We assist the restaurants, galleries, shops on Main Street and beyond by renting our homes, discreetly, carefully, to prospective renters who enjoy supporting our lovely town. The few who are mavericks and do not follow the rule of law are the reason why STVR are in jeopardy.
Thank you,
Carine Topal
1 From: Davis Meyer <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 2:47 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Cc: Scott White; Linda Evans
Subject: Public comment for June 7, 2022 - Business Session items 1-3 Attachments: 6_7_22 business session items 1_3.pdf
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Clerk:
Please find the written public comment for the June 7, 2022 joint meeting of the city council and housing authority regarding “Business Session” items 1-3 attached.
Thank you,
davis meyer
director of partnership
o: 760-969-1360
Public
Hearing
Item No. 1
In Support
1 From: Karen Ahaesy <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 1:17 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: I Support Coral Mountain!
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** I would like to send my support for the coral mountain development… I think this would be such an amazing addition to our wonderful community.
Karen Ahaesy
REALTOR®
DRE#: 02026751
74199 El Paseo, Suite 200
Palm Desert CA 92260
m: 323.445.9838
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To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. 1 From: Monika Radeva
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 3:49 PM
To: Wesley Ahlgren
Cc: Consulting Planner; Laurie McGinley; Monika Radeva
Subject: Ahlgren, Wesley: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support Attachments: Letter of Support Coral Mountain.pdf
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the project at the 6/7/2022 public hearing and will be included in the public record for the project.
Monika Radeva, CMC | City Clerk
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Tel: (760) 777-7035
[email protected]
From: Wesley Ahlgren <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 3:22 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>; City Clerk Mail <[email protected]> Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Wesley Ahlgren
President
The Hemmingway Group
619-890-7178
[email protected]
www.hemmingwaygroup.com
PO Box 13451, Palm Desert CA 92255
June 6, 2022
Mayor Linda Evans, Councilmembers, and Planning Commissioners
CITY OF LA QUINTA
78494 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
RE: Coral Mountain Wave Project in La Quinta – Letter of support Dear City Leaders:
Today marks the 78th anniversary of the largest amphibious liberation in the history of mankind. This is an important reminder that our Republic was founded and fought for the principles of democracy, individual freedoms, and property ownership rights.
This is a follow-up letter of support for the Coral Mountain project in La Quinta. After further review and discussion, I believe this project should be approved even more now. While I recognize the myriad of concerns from some community members, I find these concerns to be more emotional and reactionary than based on fact and science. As we often see, it is always easy to be against something but very hard to be for something.
The most important decisions of local elected officials are those of local land use. However, those landuse decisions are made easier by zoning, specific plans, and land use regulations that have been enacted over the years. From all appearances, this project meets those requirements mentioned above. You will undoubtedly hear from community activists who are genuinely opposed to this project. Still, I would remind you that the principles of our Republic are rooted in individual liberties, freedoms, and, yes, property ownership rights. While property owners don't have unlimited rights, they do have a reasonable expectation of the right to control their property within the construct of local land use policy. Property owners also have obligations, which will undoubtedly be detailed in the Conditions of Approval for this project. This is where you can address the concerns of the community.
You will have to navigate the delicate balance of property ownership and community participation as elected officials. Indeed not an enviable task in this case but one you are all well suited to.
I encourage the City Council to approve this project after conducting its own careful review.
Kindest regards,
Wesley Ahlgren
49500 Loren CT
La Quinta CA 92253
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:23 AM
To: Tim Albinson; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Albinson,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Tim Albinson <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 6:01 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** I am in full support of the Coral Mountain Wave Project. The project will bring jobs and investment to the valley as well as continue to position the community as a leader in terms of tourism, recreation and healthy lifestyle. It is thoughtfully planned and will be a marvelous addition to the valley landscape! All the best
Tim Albinson
1 From: Maria Allgood <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 12:21 PM
To: Consulting Planner; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Great, thank you so much!
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From: Consulting Planner <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 11:49:18 AM
To: Maria Allgood <[email protected]>; Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Cc: Monika Radeva <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
Ms. Algood,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Maria Allgood <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 11:35 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear La Quinta City Council Members:
I'm writing this letter to support the Coral Mountain project. I am a landowner myself in La Quinta. I feel the Coral Mountain development would be a great addition to the city of La Quinta,. This would supply housing that is so 2 desperately needed, as well as additional income for the city. The exceptional amenities of the development would offer tourists a unique experience. I am especially impressed with the developer's considerable amount of due diligence in their proposal. Their sensitivity to the architectural design complements and enhances the desert surroundings, while taking extensive measures to preserve the environment. I feel wholeheartedly that this development would enhance and enrich the lives of those who live in the desert, and the visitors that come to experience the beautiful city of La Quinta.
Sincerely
Maria Allgood
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1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 4:58 PM
To: Jon Arman; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Arman,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Jon Arman <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 3:48 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear La Quinta City Council Members,
My name is Jon Arman and I am writing to you in support of the Coral Mountain Wave Project. I really believe that Coral Mountain would be an incredible value addition to your wonderful city. I have been a lifelong surfer and cannot express to you the amount of joy the sport of surfing has brought my family and I. In the past year or two the sport has grown rapidly. The wave pool technology has grown as well. The technology and final product is astonishing. You used to have to jump on a plane and fly across the world with the hopes of getting waves of this caliber. When the world saw the first wave generated by this technology the internet exploded, time stopped and everyone felt that the future had arrived. La Quinta is the perfect spot for the Coral Mountain Wave Project! Recently our family got to go out to the wonderful city of La Quinta. WOW! What a place. The leadership here has done a wonderful job with their vision, purpose and city management. Great job! We were blown away by the amazing desert landscape, pristine golf courses, friendly locals and great restaurants. We cannot wait to go back with golf clubs and pray that we have surfboards on the roof of our car! ‐ Jon Arman
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 6:34 AM
To: Justin Ayre; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Voicing my support for Coral Mountain Wave Project Mr. Ayre,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Justin Ayre <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 7:15 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Voicing my support for Coral Mountain Wave Project ** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Council
As an occasional visitor to La Quinta with my family (wife and 3 kids ages 1, 6 and 9), I am very excited about the opportunity to spend more time in La Quinta once Coral Mountain is complete.
After visiting The Surf Ranch in Lemoore and other destinations around the world that attract similar clientele, I believe this project will bring a welcome demographic to La Quinta. This project will attract people who care about the local community, the environment and want to spend time enjoying the outdoor lifestyle that La Quinta offers.
Given the vision for the project and surrounding residences (and its price point), the project will not bring the nuisance that some residents have raised concerns about. It will bring people capable of spending time and money in and around the community.
I am aware of the various challenges raised by local residents, but strongly believe they will be pleasantly surprised by having Coral Mountain in the community.
I strongly support this project.
Best regards,
Justin
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:27 AM
To: Tony Bouza; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro; City Clerk Mail
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Bouza,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Tony Bouza <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, June 1, 2022 6:27 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>; City Clerk Mail <[email protected]> Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear Honorable Members of the La Quinta City Council:
As local residents, we are writing to voice our support for the Coral Mountain project. After monitoring project discussions and presentations at the recent Planning Commission hearings and reviewing the voluminous environmental documents, we are pleased to support this project because we believe it will benefit our community.
The opponents have voiced complaints about its impact on water use, lighting and traffic. However, the city’s own studies, the environmental review and the developer’s information persuade us that those objections are overstated and unreasonable, especially compared to other likely uses for the site. For example, the project is already approved for a golf course, which would consume much more water than the proposed wave basin. The lighting and traffic issues have also been fully and satisfactorily addressed by the developer and are not materially different than the impacts of a different project. The advantages of Coral Mountain are numerous, including the tax revenue it will generate for La Quinta and site improvements that will benefit the surrounding areas. Plus, it will be a unique attraction for the area.
Please do not veto this project! People fear change, but change is necessary and inevitable. The change that will result from the Coral Mountain project will be much better, and will result in more benefits, than the change that is likely to result from another golf course or some other project on the site.
We respectfully urge you to approve Coral Mountain.
2 Tony & Cynthia Bouza
77345 Loma Vista
La Quinta, CA 92253
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 4:53 PM
To: Monika Radeva
Subject: Fw: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Monika,
Per Bill's indication to Mr. Caskey below, please include his email in the comments for the project.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Ihrke, Bill <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 4:15 PM
To: [email protected] <[email protected]> Cc: Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>; Ihrke, Bill <[email protected]> Subject: RE: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Good Afternoon Mr. Caskey,
Our office serves as the contract City Attorney’s Office for the City of La Quinta. Your email (below) was forwarded to me in my capacity as the La Quinta City Attorney, with a specific request to notify you—as the Council would do with any interested person in a project involving the La Quinta City Council’s exercise of its legislative powers over land use decisions—that Council strictly adheres to following applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding the consideration, approval, or denial of any project. The Coral Mountain project will be treated no differently when the Council considers the land use applications and related environmental review documents at the upcoming public hearing on June 7, 2022.
While your comments, like any other comments for or against a project that are received from residents, business owners, interested parties, and the general public, are very much appreciated and will be included in the administrative record, it must be noted that the Council—as it always does—will make a decision relating to the Coral Mountain project based on its overall benefits to the City as a whole and within the confines of the law, and will not be based on expectations of investors. The Council, legally, must avoid not only actual financial conflicts of interest, but also the appearance of financial conflicts of interest, including the making of a decision based on the expectation of payment for any decision.
While I understand that your communication ultimately is to voice support for the project, which you have a constitutional and statutory right to submit, our office and the City Manager prefer to make sure that (a) the record is clear, (b) the process is transparent, and (c) all decisions are made according to law.
Thank you for your attention to this e‐mail. As noted above, your communication and support for the project will be noted in the record.
2 Sincerely,
Bill Ihrke
La Quinta City Attorney
William H. Ihrke
18575 Jamboree Road, 9th Floor | Irvine, CA 92612
O. (714) 641-5100 | D. (714) 338-1863
[email protected] | www.rutan.com
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From: John Caskey <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, June 1, 2022 10:55 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear members of city of La Quinta City Council and staff, Don Wilson Builders has been an owner of residences in the desert area for over 50 years. The company was founded by Don and Elinor Wilson in 1955 and the properties were used primarily as their own escapes for long weekends. Over the last twenty five years, the main property (47096 El Menara Circle, Palm Desert) has been used by the company employees as they sign up months in advance for their weekend away with their families and friends (and take the company gas card with them).
I am one of the investors in Coral Mountain and I think it would be a great addition to the area. The development would provide new and interesting experiences for members of the community as well as to visitors making their way to the desert just for the weekend. I can tell you that our employees, many with young families, are excited about this project. Also, as a real estate developer, I know that this project will be planned and designed with the highest professionalism based on the information I have received as well as participating in various meetings with the principals of the project. I have surfed at the same wave pool in Lemoore that this wave pool is designed after and it will be incredible. I know many of the other investors and they are concerned more about the quality and beauty of the project than simply just having a wave to ride (they can do this anywhere in the world). For many, including myself, it is more about coming back years later and seeing a project that we can all be proud of.
I strongly support this project and hope you will too.
3 Thanks for your time and consideration.
John
John Caskey
President
Don Wilson Builders
23705 Crenshaw Blvd., Suite 200
Torrance, CA 90505
Office 310‐539‐9902
Fax 310‐539‐2876
Cell 714‐308‐2700
[email protected]
Irvine Office
2020 Main Street, Suite 1180
Irvine, CA 92614
Office 949‐428‐0260
Fax 949‐428‐0264
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 6:33 AM
To: Jito Chadha; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Chadha,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Jito Chadha <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 5:55 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** City of La Quinta,
I'm an avid surfer, pastime visitor to the city of La Quinta and visitor to the Kelly Slater Surf Ranch. My excitement for the Coral Mountain resort is unlike any other development I've anticipated. If Coral Mountain is approved and built as would be planned I would definity make many trips per year to stay in the CM hotel to surf and do many other amazing activities. Additionally, I would explore other parts of the city of La Quinta and give them my business.
My excitement for the possibility of surfing in a corner pocket of the City of La Quinta at the Coral Mountain resort is beyond my expectations even as someone who has traveled to most of the best surf and resort destinations in the world. The proposed surfing wave will definitely be one of the top surfing waves in the world in terms of the wave quality. I also understand the use of water for the project is many orders of magnitude less than would be needed for a golf course of similar size and think it is important to give this team a chance to show how we can enjoy the land without depleting natural resources but rather working with the earth for sustainable long‐term enjoyment that improves our lives and our future.
Sincerely,
Jito Chadha
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2 Jito Chadha
(310) 487‐7038
1 From: Goldman LP <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 2:23 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: I Support Coral Mountain!
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. **
I believe it’s imperative for the City and Community of La Quinta to go ahead and let the Coral Mountain Resort be approved and completed not only will it be great for the environment yet for the community and the people of La Quinta and the Coachella Valley as a whole “ physically mentally spiritually emotionally and financially and environmentally for all the people and the native habitat as well.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Frank Chenault
GSS LLC
831 585 8498
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 11:52 AM
To: come chantrel; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Chantrel,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: come chantrel <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 11:11 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Good morning,
My name is Come Chantrel, I am married and we have a six year old son. Our family strongly supports Coral Mountain.
As a lifelong surfer, I travelled the world but I've never been to La Quinta or Palm Springs. On the other hand, I had the opportunity to visit the Surf Ranch in Lemoore and it was a pleasure to leave my ocean view Malibu home and fight traffic for hours to get there.
To begin with, The Surf Ranch has the ability to artificially create some of the best waves I've ever surfed in California, if not THE best.
Secondly, the idea that the surf is guaranteed is revolutionary. I've traveled to very far places, only to get "skunked" (not encounter any surf during the trip).
Third, conceptually, Coral Mountain is the future. The best analogy I could find for anyone who doesn't surf is the ski industry.
Imagine a lifetime of skiing, ungroomed, very crowded, sometimes polluted slopes that you reached after very lengthy travelling and where the snow is absolutely not guaranteed. To this, add a ski station without any kind of lift , where you'd spend the day climbing by foot for a couple of rides down. Neither your wife, nor young kids would be able to tag along and you would have to leave them in the morning until the end of the day (not a great recipe for a married couple on vacation).
Now imagine a modern ski resort and apply it to surfing and you have the Coral Mountain's project which I strongly support and would visit from Malibu every weekend if it was an option.
Thank you very much for your attention.
2 Very Respectfully,
Come Chantrel
1 From: Monika Radeva
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 11:11 AM
To: come chantrel
Cc: Laurie McGinley; Monika Radeva
Subject: Chantrel, Come: I Support Coral Mountain!
Good morning,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the project at the 6/7/2022 public hearing and will be included in the public record for the project.
Monika Radeva, CMC | City Clerk
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Tel: (760) 777-7035
[email protected]
From: come chantrel <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 11:10 AM
To: City Clerk Mail <[email protected]>
Subject: I Support Coral Mountain!
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** My name is Come Chantrel, I am married and we have a six year old son. Our family strongly supports Coral Mountain.
As a lifelong surfer, I travelled the world but I've never been to La Quinta or Palm Springs. On the other hand, I had the opportunity to visit the Surf Ranch in Lemoore and it was a pleasure to leave my ocean view Malibu home and fight traffic for hours to get there.
To begin with, The Surf Ranch has the ability to artificially create some of the best waves I've ever surfed in California, if not THE best.
Secondly, the idea that the surf is guaranteed is revolutionary. I've traveled to very far places, only to get "skunked" (not encounter any surf during the trip).
Third, conceptually, Coral Mountain is the future. The best analogy I could find for anyone who doesn't surf is the ski industry.
Imagine a lifetime of skiing, ungroomed, very crowded, sometimes polluted slopes that you reached after very lengthy travelling and where the snow is absolutely not guaranteed. To this, add a ski station without any kind of lift , where you'd spend the day climbing by foot for a couple of rides down. Neither your wife, nor young kids would be able to tag along and you would have to leave them in the morning until the end of the day (not a great recipe for a married couple on vacation).
Now imagine a modern ski resort and apply it to surfing and you have the Coral Mountain's project which I strongly support and would visit from Malibu every weekend if it was an option.
Thank you very much for your attention.
Very Respectfully,
Come Chantrel
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 7:54 AM
To: Chertavian, Gerald; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Chertavian,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Chertavian, Gerald <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 10:50 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Council members,
It is my understanding that the Coral Mountain Wave Project will be considered by the La Quinta City Council this Tuesday, June 7. Thank you for considering this and please know that bringing this project to La Quinta would create a strong incentive to visit your fine city. The project meets a real need in the growing surf community and I believe that it would be a significant source of economic development for your region.
Many kind regards and thank you again, Gerald
Gerald Chertavian
Founder and CEO
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Year Up
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1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 1:07 PM
To: Courson, Mike; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Courson,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Courson, Mike <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 12:28 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Members of City Council,
Although I have zero skin in the game related to this project, I’d like to voice my full support! It’s refreshing to see such a unique and creative development purposed rather than another golf course. I reside in northern California and rarely make it to the Palm Springs area, generally due to not being a golfer. Should this project be approved, I’ll be counting the days to visit!
Thank You,
Mike
Mike Courson
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Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 1:33 PM
To: Clay DellaCava; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. DellaCava,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Clay DellaCava <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 12:09 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hello,
My name is Clay DellaCava and I am in full support of the Coral Mountain development. My wife and I come to the Palm Springs and the La Quinta area several times a year and we enjoy outdoor activities but not so much Golf. We enjoy water sports, riding bikes and skateboards etc. Mind you my wife is 42 and I’m 52. I am an avid wake surfer here in Colorado and am very interested in the wave here at Coral. I’ve been to the California wave once and it was something I couldn’t imagine, just amazing. My wife wants to learn how to surf and this would be the perfect avenue for her. We have thought of owning a home in this area and this development would be perfect for us and our 9 year old as a second home. Please accept this development as it’s the “wave” of the future, no pun intended. : ) Clay DellaCava
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 12:38 PM
To: Ian; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. deQueiroz,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Ian <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 12:26 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hello La Quinta:
I wanted to write to express my support for Coral Mountain.
I have been following the project closely as both my mother and two of my uncles live in the Palm Springs area. I have come to believe that this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to bring the type of development that fundamentally shifts the future potential of the area. After visiting the area many times I believe we are on an important crossroad. In order to protect the area's appeal to high networth residents and attract further investment from Los Angeles and beyond, Coral Mountain is a very important opportunity to signal Southern California that Coachella valley is an enduring and forward thinking community in which the opportunity for growth is unparalleled.
On behalf of my whole family, we support Coral Mountain moving forward and look forward to enjoying the many attractions envisioned by the project.
Thank you for your consideration.
Ian deQueiroz
707‐339‐1794
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 6:33 AM
To: DDD; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Durkin,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: DDD <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 5:26 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Council Members:
I am writing in support of the new Coral Mountain Wave Project and community.
I am an interior designer in the Bay Area, and have come to the Desert for many years, and have executed a number of projects there. I have spent some time in La Quinta, and am very fond of its natural beauty, and all of what La Quinta has to offer
As a golfer, I have also appreciated the myriad of choices that the Desert has to offer regarding this sport. What I think is so great about Coral Mountain is that it will be a destination, though with a completely different activity than golf as its central theme. Having seen the beautiful and sensitive plans and concepts for the property, it seems to me that this would be a welcome addition to the valley. Not only for the hospitality aspect, but the beautiful residential concept as well.
I believe given the professionalism of this particular development team, and the spirit and intent behind this endeavor, that the Coral Mountain Wave project would be a beautiful , successful, and venerated addition to what La Quinta has to offer. Given the current discussion of planned wave developments in the Desert, I also believe it would be the gold standard that all would be compared to.
Thank you
2 Sincerely,
Douglas J. Durkin
DOUGLASDURKINDESIGN
Douglas Durkin
[email protected]
39 Arkansas Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
P 415.255.0540
durkindesign.com
1 From: Consulting Planner <[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 1:10 PM
To: Matt Ginella <[email protected]>; Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
Mr. Ginella,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Matt Ginella <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 11:15 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To whom it may concern,
As someone who has made several trips to La Quinta, the concept of Coral Mountain would be yet another reason to come back on a regular basis. Not just for me, but also for my family and friends. As a journalist covering the development of golf all over the world, I've always felt Palm Springs could use a face‐lift of sorts. Something to reset the narrative to not only celebrating its storied past, but to set it up for what will be the future. Projects like Coral Mountain do just that. I hope local leaders can also see the need for a more diverse and youthful clientele.
Matt Ginella
CEO, Fire Pit Collective
Oceanside, CA
92130
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 10:01 AM
To: Kent Goldman; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Goldman,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Kent Goldman <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 9:53 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Members of the City Council‐
I am writing to express my support for the Coral Mountain project. I live in the Bay Area and have never visited the La Quinta area. Coral Mountain would change that and I would expect to visit a few times a year.
I am a very active father of three ‐ children ages 10, 8, and 5. My wife, my children, and myself love the outdoors and love vigorous exercise. We are active skiers, mountain bikers, hikers, and surfers (of varying intensity). But, like many of our generation, we are not golfers nor do we have more than a gentle interest in tennis. As much as we have been drawn to the climate of La Quinta, when working through a potential trip, we have always abandoned our plans when we found ourselves asking "what would be the core of our visit?" When I first heard about Coral Mountain, I instantly knew it could become the driving force and interest of our visit.
I love the idea of being in one place where each of us can have "guaranteed" conditions which would suit each of our surfing abilities. One of the challenges we have when planning family beach trips, is finding a break which is challenging enough to be interesting to the better surfers in our group while also being near a break which encourages beginners and intermediates to learn & progress. I'm thrilled by the notion that this ideal "surf break" could also be near mountain biking, hiking, and warm, dry weather.
I've daydreamed of future family trips to La Quinta and Coral Mountain. I hope this note encourages your support of these possibilities.
2 Please note, I do not have a financial interest in the development of this project ‐ I just want to plan a great vacation that the whole family will love!
Many thanks‐
Kent
Kent Goldman | Upside Partnership
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:27 AM
To: Jeff Gordon; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Gordon,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Jeff Gordon <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:08 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To Whom it May Concern,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing you to express my full support of the Coral Mountain Wave Project in La Quinta.
As someone who has taken my family on many world class trips and recently visited the Surf Ranch, Kelly Slater’s first wave pool in Lemoore, CA, I can tell you unequivocally it was one of the most professionally run and best family experiences we have had the pleasure to be a part of. I’m certain it would add tremendous value to the La Quinta community if this project were approved not to mention the endless visits from me and my family.
Thank you for your consideration.
Jeff Gordon
Vice Chairman
Hendrick Motorsports
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 6:35 AM
To: Matt Gray; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Gray,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Matt Gray <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 9:16 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing this letter in order to voice my unequivocal support for the Coral Mountain Wave Project.
As a long‐time resident of southern California, I have visited the La Quinta area many times with family and friends ‐ forming many cherished memories in the process. It is because of this that I am writing this letter. I hope for the Coral Mountain Wave Project to be approved so that we may form new memories around what I know will become an unforgettable experience.
I have visited the Kelly Slater Surf Ranch in King's County, so I know what experiences the wave pool technology is capable of. I have also reviewed the project plans of the entire development, and I find it to be perfect for friends and family of all ages and interests.
Furthermore, I have spoken with many fellow residents of Los Angeles about the wave pool project. Everyone I have spoken with is in agreement that if a wave pool was to be built in La Quinta they would 2 visit the city several times per year. They would bring their friends and families with them. They would book holidays and special occasions in La Quinta. In short, La Quinta would become a major focal and destination point for them. It is because of this that I believe the Coral Mountain Wave Project will become a magnet bringing people of all ages to La Quinta.
I have eagerly awaited the continued development of this project, and I very much hope to visit La Quinta soon in order to book a stay at the Coral Mountain Wave Project. I give this project my full support.
If I can answer any questions or give any further details, please do not hesitate to reach out directly to me. Thank you.
Regards,
Matthew Gray
Staff Engineer @ Coinbase
310‐439‐8497
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 9:14 AM
To: Chris Grow; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Expressing my Support and Thanks.
Mr. Grow,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Chris Grow <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 9:03 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Expressing my Support and Thanks. ** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Council and Staff of La Quinta, California,
I'm writing to express my gratitude to each of you for your upcoming consideration of project approval for Coral Mountain, as championed by Michael Schwab and his partners at Meriwether.
My relationship to both Michael's work and his team's work began six years ago, three years after Michael's original investment in the Kelly Slater Wave Company.
Over these last six years I've witnessed how Michael's efforts can enhance the lives of those who attend the projects he has funded, as well as the communities in which his projects are built and continue to operate today.
Through my work in the surfing industry at Kelly Slater's 'Firewire Surfboards' I have been fortunate to witness the way that Wave Pools can create beacons of wellness and enthusiasm for the outdoors.
I'm most specifically mindful of the ability that projects like Coral Mountain have to bring families and communities together around enhancing life experiences that only a decade ago were entirely unimaginable, before Michael and his partners crafted a vision that very literally turned nothing into something. It was only six years ago that the general population was entirely unaware of our potential to ride waves outside of the ocean, and today La Quinta has the 2 opportunity to seed Coral Mountain as the first community of its kind, centered around this deeply compelling innovation.
As a close neighbor of La Quinta in San Diego California, I'm confident that Coral Mountain will be a steward for the values of La Quinta while creating a beacon of wellness, outdoor sports and surfing, amidst a community of individuals who will enrich and enhance the textured fabric of La Quinta's already enviable community. Personally, I hope to be a part of this up‐and‐coming community as a home owner and member at Coral Mountain with both my immediate and extended family.
As a former land developer myself I'm deeply familiar with the kind of service and commitment that each of your roles within the City Council entails, and I'm thankful for your ongoing consideration of this exciting project for La Quinta.
With extensive thanks and best wishes for a productive dialogue this coming Tuesday the 7th, Chris Grow
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 3:06 PM
To: David Henry; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain
Attachments: Coral Mountain.docx
Mr. Henry,
Thank you for the attached comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: David Henry <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:36 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Please find the attached letter in reference to the Coral Mountain proposal.
D A V I D H E N R Y
1484 E. GEM CIRCLE PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262 (404) 876 2007
Dear Members of the La Quinta City Council,
I am a designer living in Palm Springs. I have a degree in Architecture from Georgia Tech and a Masters of Visual Arts degree from Georgia State University. I taught interior design at the American Intercontinental University and for about 30 years I have been working as a designer creating homes for a wide variety of clients. I have studied the proposal for Coral Mountain and find it to be outstanding. The concept is unique and I believe it would be of great benefit to the city of La Quinta both aesthetically and economically. I would encourage my design clients to rent homes in the development while I am working on their homes. I would personally enjoy the wave park. Surfing in the desert is such a wonderful idea.
I encourage the city council to approve this development. I think it will attract people to live in La Quinta and will bring jobs and enhance the city for all.
Regards,
David Henry
1 From: Scott Hudgins <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 8:37 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Coral Mountain Support Letter
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Clerk,
Since I am unable to attend the City Council meeting on June 7, 2022, I'd like to write with a letter of support for the Coral Mountain Development in the City of La Quinta.
For the last 11 years, I've been fortunate to visit La Quinta on business trips and fell in love with the city, the landscape and the architecture. With a passion for desert architecture, I have always wanted to open an office in the Coachella Valley but I could never get the full family support from my wife and daughters. With the Coral Mountain development I would invest and live in the community and my family and friends would spend a significant amount of time there, including birthdays and holidays. I'm extremely excited about this development and feel it's going to be an incredibly special place and one that truly compliments and stands out amongst the golf communities, polo club and other nearby developments.
From my own architectural perspective, this development cares more about the environment and place than anything I've seen in the Coachella Valley. The pure aesthetic, use natural materials and strong relationship to the landscape will create a timeless development that will thrive for years to come.
You have my full support and would be grateful for your approval of this development.
Kind Regards,
Scott
__________________________________
scott hudgins, aia
hudgins design group, inc.
1107 south coast hwy
laguna beach ca 92651
hudginsdesign.com
949.322.7922
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 4:58 PM
To: Monika Radeva
Subject: Fw: Voicing my support for the Coral Mountain Wave Project Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Consulting Planner <[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 4:57 PM
To: Britt Joyce <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Voicing my support for the Coral Mountain Wave Project Mr. Joyce,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Britt Joyce <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 4:03 PM
Subject: Voicing my support for the Coral Mountain Wave Project ** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Council Member,
I’m writing to voice my enthusiasm and support for the Coral Mountain Wave Project.
I live a couple hours away in Manhattan Beach, where I am raising my young family. I plan to buy us a vacation home in the proposed Coral Mountain development.
I have toured the property which is absolutely beautiful as you know. I have also spent two days surfing in the other wave basin that uses the Kelly Slater Wave Co technology up in Lemoore, CA and had an absolute blast. I can’t think of a better setting to go with my wife and two little surfing daughters! As a likely future home owner in La Quinta, I really hope you will support the project.
Thanks for your consideration!
2 Britt Joyce, CFA, CFP®
Managing Partner & Financial Advisor
Co‐Chief Investment Officer & Director of Endowments & Foundations
REGATTA CAPITAL GROUP, LLC
880 Apollo St., Ste 129
El Segundo, CA 90245
Office: 310‐725‐9102
Fx: 310‐725‐9158
[email protected]
www.regattainvest.com
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1 From: Davin Kazama <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 12:22 PM
To: Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Consulting Planner; Danny Castro; City Clerk Mail
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Aloha,
My name is Davin Kazama, and I stand in strong support of the Coral Mountain Project in La Quinta.
As someone who was born and raised in the Hawaiian Islands, I have seen the benefits of surfing first‐hand.
I’ve always felt that watersports are a great equalizer. Surfing doesn’t require its competitors to be genetically blessed with superior height, speed, or strength. While these attributes obviously help, wave knowledge and skill bred through passion and perseverance are more critical to success. What a great lesson for athletes of all ages, shapes, and sizes to know that no matter where they begin, they can achieve their dreams through hard work! Personally, I've seen my teenage daughter's self‐confidence and positive mental health skyrocket because of surfing.
After trying numerous mainstream sports, she found surfing and with her low center of gravity has been thriving ever since. We visited the Surf Ranch in Lemoore, CA, and absolutely fell in love with the wave, technology, and especially the Aloha shown by Kelly Slater Wave Company staff. I am sure they will bring the same smiles, handshakes, and hugs to La Quinta.
Yes, there was so much love and warmth that we experienced in Lemoore, and I'm excited to see it extend to La Quinta.
To me, this project is as much about mental health, love, and Aloha as it is about surfing. Coral Mountain will brighten your day, improve physical/mental health, and keep the smiles/positivity flowing. We already have perfect waves in Hawaii, but rest assured that I will be one of the first ones signing up to purchase a home! I stand in strong support and urge you to approve of the Coral Mountain Project. Thank you for the opportunity to provide my thoughts.
Aloha,
Davin
Davin Kazama
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1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 9:15 AM
To: Deborah Kent-Clark; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Ms. Kent‐Clark,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Deborah Kent‐Clark <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 8:41 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hello,
I am a frequent visitor to La Quinta to visit friends who live there, as well as attend Coachella (8 years now!) and Indian Wells Tennis.
Coral Mountain seems to me to be an excellent addition to the area to not only provide residents with a fantastic new, exciting place to surf (in the desert!), do sports, participate in wellness activities and have fun. It will bring new people into the desert who have never been before.
I’ve told my friends who live in La Quinta about this venture and they are excited about the possibilities. You will most likely hear positive support from them as well.
There is nothing like this resort so its uniqueness will help La Quinta stand out as a "must go‐to destination" in Southern California. I can’t wait to experience Coral Mountain myself.
Thank you for reading and for your support.
2 Deborah Kent‐Clark
818‐636‐1900
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 7:56 AM
To: Sid Landolt; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Landolt,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Sid Landolt <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 5:55 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Good evening,
This email is being sent in support of the proposed Coral Mountain project. I am a long time visitor and advocate of the La Quinta area and know personally the integrity of the people at Meriwether Companies. Simply put, “they care” and will be great stewards of any community they create/develop.
I fundamentally believe that this kind of recreational facility/community is the future given our ever dwindling resources and the need to continue to protect our environment. On the land and in the water.
Decisions and support for these types of communities is never easy. Hopefully a little more comforting knowing the quality of the people behind this proposal.
My best,
Sid
Sid Landolt
President
New Generation Properties Inc.
T. 604-644-1655
Note my new email address: [email protected]
1 From: Monika Radeva
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 10:15 AM
To: David Leff
Cc: E A; Laurie McGinley; Consulting Planner; Monika Radeva Subject: Leff, David: Coral Mtn Resort - Support, Public Hearing on June 7 Good morning Mr. Leff,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the project at the 6/7/2022 public hearing and will be included in the public record for the project.
Monika Radeva, CMC | City Clerk
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Tel: (760) 777-7035
[email protected]
From: Katrin Bolton <[email protected]> On Behalf Of David Leff Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 9:25 AM
To: City Clerk Mail <[email protected]>
Cc: E A <[email protected]>; David Leff <[email protected]> Subject: Public Hearing on June 7
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In reference to your Notice for the upcoming Public Hearing on June 7th and as the owner of the adjacent property mentioned, I would like to inform you that I am in favor of this development. It adds to the attraction and economy of La Quinta and the surrounding areas. It is also a unique use that is not a golf course, for a change.
Sincerely,
David Leff
Principal
The Ezralow Company
23622 Calabasas Road, Suite 200
Calabasas, CA 91302
(818) 223‐3535
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Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 1:08 PM
To: Rob Leff; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Leff,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Rob Leff <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 11:44 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
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We are very excited to see this Coral Project taking one more step toward full approval. We feel that having a unique development that isn’t just another golf course will be a huge asset to the area.
We hope to be enjoying this new amenity sometime soon
Thank You
Rob
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Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:25 AM
To: Belair Vista; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Jenny,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Belair Vista <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 12:25 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
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I am emailing you in favor of moving forward with Coral Mountain. I have been informed of the plans for this project and this is everything anyone could want and more! A luxury resort in the desert, with a wave pool, a wellness center, endless activities, and something for everyone, this is going to be a game changer! Not only will this enrich the lives of those who are fortunate enough to experience Coral Mountain, but can you imagine how much revenue and attraction it’ll bring to La Quinta (not just the city, but every resident should be in favor because it’ll benefit their home’s value, etc). I am completely in favor of building this project.
Thank you,
Jenny M.
Bel Air Vista
1 From: Consulting Planner <[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 1:07 PM
To: Andrew Mackenzie <[email protected]>; Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
Mr. Mckenzie,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Andrew Mackenzie <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 12:08 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To the Leaders of the La Quinta Community,
My name is Andrew Mackenzie and I currently live in Los Angeles. I wanted to reach out to express my support for the Coral Mountain Project. As an avid surfer, a project like this is incredibly exciting and I couldn't be more confident in the Coral Mountain team in executing their vision. Assuming this project gets approved and built, I have already committed to purchasing a lot on the property and look forward to visiting. I also have spoken with a number of other investors who have said the same. I think this project presents an exciting opportunity for your already great community and I hope it gets approved and built.
Regards,
Andrew
Andrew Mackenzie
Co‐Founder and Director
[email protected]
(650)‐804‐6542
www.aetherfilms.com
1 From: Logan Malouf <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 10:58 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: I Support Coral Mountain!
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Hello - My wife’s family owns two residences in La Quinta and we are in full support of the Coral Mountain project. Job creation. Net new tourism from people who aren’t necessarily golf or tennis focused. Currently undeveloped land in a place that won’t interfere with any existing businesses.
This is a no brainer. Please approve the project to move forward Thank you
Logan Malouf
1 From: Cory Martin <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 9:25 AM
To: Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Consulting Planner; Danny Castro; City Clerk Mail
Subject: Support for Coral Mountain Wave Project
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Council Members,
As a newer resident to La Quinta—I moved here in 2020—I am excited about the future of the city and I wanted to voice my opinion in favor of the Coral Mountain resort.
I am 42 years old. My fiancé and I bought our first house here and part of the reason we chose La Quinta was the fact that there were so many new things in the works for the city, including the Coral Mountain Resort. He grew up in Hawaii, and I grew up in the midwest. We met in Venice Beach and the prospect of the resort, housing development and wave basin gave the city a definite edge over the rest of the Coachella Valley.
We both enjoy outdoor sports ‐ surfing, rock climbing, yoga, hiking. Yes, we golf, but we love the idea of there being other options for people like us who've moved here looking for a better quality of life at a more relaxed pace. Nothing says a love of the outdoors and a relaxed pace of life more to me than a space to enjoy everything the ocean and beach have to offer with Coral Mountain and La Quinta as the backdrop to it all.
As a full time resident, I would be very disappointed if the development was not allowed to go through.
I’ve looked at the research and planning that has been done on the project and I am impressed. I don’t see how it will truly negatively impact the area any more than another development that might go in its place. I live at 54th and Madison. I am not worried about traffic or other impacts. I think it would be amazing to be able to bike over to Coral Mountain and enjoy the facilities. The prospective restaurants and markets that will also be developed on the grounds sound amazing. We would love to have healthy places to eat and shop nearby. I also know that much of the development will be private residential and we’re both trying to further our careers so that we can afford to live in the development once it’s complete. We love our current home but the idea of living in a community like Coral Mountain sounds like our dream.
I hope the city takes into account its younger residents who will be shaping the future of La Quinta as I truly believe this is a great opportunity to provide access to more options for all residents.
I’m happy to talk further or answer any questions you may have ‐ Best,
Cory Martin
81630 Haflinger Way
La Quinta, CA 92253
213‐400‐3291
1 From: Monika Radeva
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 3:50 PM
To: Thomas McDaniel
Cc: Laurie McGinley; Monika Radeva; Consulting Planner
Subject: McDaniel, Thomas: Coral Mountain Resort - Support Good afternoon Mr. McDaniel,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the project at the 6/7/2022 hearing and will be included in the public record for the project.
Monika Radeva, CMC | City Clerk
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Tel: (760) 777-7035
[email protected]
-----Original Message-----
From: Thomas McDaniel <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 9:06 AM
To: City Clerk Mail <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Resort
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La Quinta City Council
My name is Tom McDaniel. Our La Quinta home is located in PGA West at 56-405 Riviera.
We have owned our home in PGA West for the past 22 years. We have been full golf and tennis members at PGA West during this time and I have also been a member of The Quarry for the past 10 years.
Our home is on the fourth fairway of they Nick Private course. We face the mountains which are illuminated every night for at least 30 years. We and others along this stretch of Riviera consider the illumination a plus and it certainly hasn’t adversely impacted the Big Horn Sheep population since we frequently have a herd of up 30 Big Horn Sheep grazing off our back patio.
We are also a couple of hundred yards from Lake Cahuilla and have lived compatibly with the occasional outburst from the Riverside County Law Enforcement Firing Range and the various the sounds associated with marathons and ancillary Coachella and Stage Coach events held at the Park and as well as the American Express golf tournament and concerts.
We don’t find the sounds from these events excessive or detracting from our desert home experience.
Why support a wave pool as part of the Coral Mountain Resort? Our main home is in Huntington Beach, AKA Surf City USA, where my wife and I have lived for over forty years .
2 The family has now grown to 10. My wife and I, our two married children and four Grandkids.
Our family members are all active in golf, tennis and notably surfing.
I plan to cover my comments tonight in two sections. First, our reasons for supporting the Coral Mountain Resort project and the second my observations regarding the Environmental Impact Report.
Our second and third generation families all see surfing and health/fitness as a desired component of their recreational options.
Our son in law is a former professional surfer and remains very active in the surf industry. He currently coaches past US Open surfing champion Courtney Conlogue as well as other up and coming young surfers.
He is a key contributor to the California Board Riders Association and founder of the nonprofit Operation Open Water whose mission is to address the physical and mental health challenges of our first responders....military, police and fire through surfing and other ocean/water based programs. Coral Mountain would be a great facility to support this program.
He has been to the Kelly Slater wave pool in the Central Valley of California many times as a surfer and coach and is very familiar with its operation.
In short, we have a deep knowledge of the surf community and industry. We can attest that the surfing culture of today is health and fitness oriented and multi- generational. The surf business is large and global in scope. The sport has far outgrown early images that were far from flattering.
Why is a wave pool of interest to the surfing community?...predictability.
In the ocean, waves are unpredictable...sometimes flat and the wait time can be bone chilling and excruciating. Sometimes too big and very dangerous and when conditions are perfect you are competing with many other surfers to catch a single wave.
Competitive surf events, such as the US Open of Surfing, may or may not have competitive wave conditions.
With the wave pool you have predictability and will always get a great wave to test and perfect your abilities and the wave is all yours!!! It also takes the risk out of hosting competitive surf events. A real plus in the surf and related industry support of surfing events.
I have met with the Coral Mountain Project developers on several occasions to get a full review of the project scope. To be clear, I have no financial interest in the project or with the developers.
The family has stayed at a resort they developed in Big Sky Montana several times and it is an outstanding development.
I am satisfied that their design concept is sound, their diligence comprehensive and professionally done.
I truly believe that the private upscale nature of the Coral Mountain project will be a welcome addition to the community and diversify the type of recreation and lifestyle options beyond a strictly golf oriented environment.
I know my family is excited about the multi-generational recreational options that Coral Mountain will bring to La Quinta.
Comments on the Environmental Impact Report I have more than 50 years of experience in developing, permitting, constructing and operating energy projects both in the US and internationally.
Preparing and gaining approvals of environmental impact reports and mitigation measures was an important element of the many projects developed during my tenure as the CEO of a global developer and operator of all forms of power generation and as a Director of a leading manufacturer and developer of utility scale, commercial and residential solar and energy storage systems.
I have reviewed the final Environmental Impact Report for the Coral Mountain Resort development prepared under the direction of the City of La Quinta and assisted/reviewed by many consultants and agencies that are experts in their fields. 3 I found the environmental impact assessment and mitigation measures for the five key impact areas of the Coral Mountain Resort: 1)resort generated light and glare, 2) biological resources, 3)water resources, 4) noise and 5)traffic to be comprehensive, thorough and balanced.
I also reviewed the extensive list of comments touching on the key impact areas and the responses to concerns raised by agencies and individuals who reviewed the final EIR.I found the responses from the planning staff to be thoughtful and compelling. The Staff conclusion that the Coral Mountain project with mitigations would be of minimal environmental impact is amply supported by their exhaustive review.
The drought in California is a relevant concern. I found the developer’s review of the extensive water conservation efforts designed into the project to be comprehensive and responsive to effective water conservation. Compared to the older developments such as PGA West and Andalusia, Coral Mountain, even with the wave pool will be a model for efficient water usage. If there are water constraints in the future, it would seem logical to first look to older less efficient developments to reduce their wasteful usage.
Since I live close to the project, I understand why noise is of particular concern to many.
It is relevant and important that the consultants reviewing this area had access to an existing working wave pool at Surf Ranch and could get real time data to populate their models which utilize advanced mapping techniques that take into consideration the character and topography surrounding the Coral Mountain project.
The resulting conclusion of this work was that noise levels from the projects operations and event plans were not significant and fall within City regulations, requirements and oversight which I support.
I would also like to address another area that is briefly mentioned in the report.
The California Energy Commission recently unanimously approved updated Title 24 energy efficiency standards for new homes and commercial buildings. These updated standards will take effect on January 1, 2023.
New homes are still required to have roof top solar and now be “energy storage ready” and also include building elements to accommodate new energy efficiency technologies, an area that I am quite familiar with. Similar standards will also apply to commercial buildings including hotels.
The Coral Mountain Resort project will be required to meet Title 24 standards. Thus, the project will be one of the most energy and water efficient developments in the area.
In summary, I reiterate my support for the Coral Mountain project because it expands the lifestyle choices within the city, the environmental impact with mitigation plans is minimal. It will be a model project with respect to water usage and management, energy efficiency and environmental compatibility. I also believe the economic and lifestyle benefits to La Quinta and its residents will positive and sustainable. The City Planning Commission should vote in favor of the Coral Mountain Project.
Respectfully, Tom McDaniel
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Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 1:09 PM
To: Kai McDonald; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Support for Coral Mountain
Mr. McDonald,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Kai McDonald <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 12:07 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Support for Coral Mountain
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Greetings,
My name is Kai McDonald, and my wife Ashley and I are from Malibu, CA. As avid arts, music, wellness and surfing enthusiasts we love visiting the La Quinta area on short "staycations" and during the many events throughout the year.
We believe that Coral Mountain is an exciting and wholly unique addition to La Quinta and we are especially excited about the surf basin. The Kelly Slater Wave Co technology seems truly amazing and we would definitely be more drawn to the area to experience it.
We sincerely hope you approve the development and that we will be surfing Coral Mountain waves alongside you someday!
Best Regards,
Kai McDonald
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Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:23 AM
To: Carl J Montante III; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Montante,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Carl J Montante III <[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 5:07 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
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I have never been to La Quinta before, but I have been following the Coral Mountain project closely for the last few years and CANNOT WAIT to visit once this project is complete. The development team is great and I believe this would be a great project.
--
Carl J. Montante III | Founder and CEO
Terzo Development
(716) 998-3512
1 From: Monika Radeva
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 3:58 PM
To: Scott Moore
Cc: Laurie McGinley; Monika Radeva; Consulting Planner
Subject: Moore, Scott: Coral Mountain Wave Project - City Council Meeting Good afternoon,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the project at the 6/7/2022 public hearing and will be included in the public record for the project.
Monika Radeva, CMC | City Clerk
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Tel: (760) 777-7035
[email protected]
From: Scott Moore <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 2:56 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>; City Clerk Mail <[email protected]> Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ City Council Meeting ** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Council,
I just wanted to thank you for all of the due diligence that has been conducted for the Coral Mountain project. I am very hopeful that this project will be underway sometime this year. I truly believe this project will have a very positive long lasting impact on the community of La Quinta. I am an investor and future homeowner at the resort once this project is completed. I can't wait to be able to take my family to this amazing venue and teach my kids, family, friends, clients, etc how to surf one of the most perfect waves in the world. I have had the honor of surfing the Kelly Slater Wave Ranch up north and it's something I will never forget. Having this in our backyard is going to create some long lasting memories.
My family and I are also members and homeowners of The Madison Club. Our house is located at 81422 Peary Place, La Quinta, 92253 which our entire family visits frequently. Having access to some of the best golf resorts and now a surfing resort is a dream come true. I hope this next meeting we can receive some great news with approval to start the creation of this magical surf resort.
Thank you again for your time and consideration for this project.
Scott Moore
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Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 7:58 AM
To: Breene Murphy; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Murphy,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Breene Murphy <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 5:29 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hi La Quinta City Council,
I live near you and would love if you allowed Coral Mountain to be developed. I surf a lot, love the desert and there's nothing like this experience. It's mind alteringly cool and could help differentiate La Quinta from other communities.
Breene Murphy
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Sent: Sunday, June 5, 2022 3:58 PM
To: Kevin Murphy; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: In support of the Coral Mountain Project
Mr. Murphy,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Kevin Murphy <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, June 5, 2022 2:37 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: In support of the Coral Mountain Project
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Honorable Council Members,
As a life long Southern California resident and frequent visitor to La Quinta I want to voice my support for the Coral Mountain project.
I am not an advocate of development for development sake but I believe this project will be a very unique addition to the desert experience.
I am lucky that I have not just spent time in the desert but I visited the wave pool in Lemoore with my family. I emphasize the word family because it was very much a complete family environment. What’s interesting, the wave pool is often seen just though the lens of surfing but it was so much more. Wether it was the farm to table dinning, the holistic approach to training and coaching or the clear effort to be environmentally sensitive, it was transformational.
The Coral Mountain project appears to both leverage and expand this focus on health, wellness and sustainability. It feels like the future of experience based travel.
I believe strongly that Coral Mountain has the potential to redefine La Quinta. Toward that goal, I hope you support the project moving forward.
Sincerely,
2 Kevin Murphy
324 Arch St.
Laguna Beach Ca. 92651
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:26 AM
To: Leah Lauren; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Ms. Nappi,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Leah Lauren <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 12:16 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To the City Council of La Quinta,
I am contacting you on behalf of my support and my family’s support in favor of Coral Mountain! My father, Sam Nappi, has heavily influenced the world of renewable energy, and my parents have founded a medical facility in New York, as their mission is to make the world a better place. After my best friend told us about Coral Mountain and what it aims to do, my family and I strongly believe there should be a Coral Mountain in every area! My family has been trying to find reasons (aside from business) to visit California more often, but it has become such a hell hole, and having sober family members, it makes it even more difficult. This is another reason as to why we feel Coral Mountain is a genius idea! Even if people go to La Quinta and golf, most people are day drinking on the course, and because there is nothing else to do in the area, I understand this, but this is a big reason as to why we do not visit California anymore. We hope Coral Mountain can come to fruition, because I promise you, my big, Italian family will 100% come out all of the time, and my dad likes to entertain, so he will definitely bring in a lot of money and clients, and I’m sure they will all want to buy homes here and compete with one another! I hope this is the first of many Coral Mountain properties!
Thank you,
Leah Nappi and Family
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 3:06 PM
To: Kevin Parra; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Parra,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Kevin Parra <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:47 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** There are many reasons that this project should be approved. I am sure you have heard it from the planning commission. It is best in class‐ and as a surfer, I have surfed several wave pools including the one in Palm Dessert pre opening. Golfing is saturated and doesn’t employ as many people as this project will. It will draw from all of Southern California and will bring fresh blood and lot’s of money to La Quinta. This is the future so please make the best decision for the future of La Quinta. Thank you for listening.
KEVIN PARRA
Chairman, CEO and President
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1 From: Consulting Planner <[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 1:09 PM
To: Garrett Paul <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project Support
Mr. Paul,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Garrett Paul <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 11:43 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear Planning Commission,
I’m writing to give my support as a California resident who is an avid surfer and traveler to the development of Coral Mountain in the La Quinta area. I have been visiting the Kelly Slater Surf Ranch since it was open to the public and know what a special place it is, and can only imagine how amazing Coral Mountain will be. One thing that has stopped me from going to the Surf Ranch more is the fact that it is not more family friendly. I have three young girls and a wife who would be entertained by the Surf Ranch for between 0‐4 hours and then would be looking for something else to do. If there was a place like Coral Mountain anywhere within driving distance, I could bring my family for a few days a couple times a year and it would be a vacation everyone would enjoy. This feeling is shared by almost all of the friends I visit Surf Ranch with each year. Please accept this as a vote of support from all of them as well! Best,
Garrett Paul
415‐450‐0034
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 6:34 AM
To: DANICA PEREZ; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Ms. Perez,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: DANICA PEREZ <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, June 5, 2022 8:29 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hello City Council,
Introducing myself, Danica Bujic Perez, I currently reside in Malibu California, my younger years I grew up in Rancho Mirage my uncle had a restaurant there for many years, “The Adriatic" and today my cousin Dodi and her husband Kevin own “The Nest". I consider myself somewhat of a local.
I reach out to you all today in support of Coral Mountain! I”m not a golfer, but I do love water sports and am an avid surfer, I would love to see the Council moving forward in favor of Coral Mountain.
A new generation of people from all walks of life, looking for water sports, and wellness.
I thank you for your time, and look forward to time spent at Coral Mountain… Sincerly,
Danica Bujic Perez
1 From: Michael F. Pinto <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 1:52 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Cc: Erin Naderi; Michael Leifer; Michelle Pase
Subject: Written Comments
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Please see below correspondence on behalf on Michael H. Leifer:
Good afternoon:
Our client, MG La Quinta, owns property located at Avenue 58 and Madison at 80505, 58th Avenue.
Based upon the information presented, our client supports the approval of the Coral Mountain Resort project.
Thank you.
/s/ Michael H. Leifer
MHL
1) MG La Quinta
2) Thermal
3) (949) 851‐7388
4) Public Hearing Item 1
5) Support for Coral Mountain Resort Project
6) See above
Michael F. Pinto
[email protected]
2 Park Plaza, Suite 550
Irvine, CA 92614
949‐851‐7351
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Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 11:22 AM
To: Logan Platz.; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Platzer,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Logan Platz. <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 11:14 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear La Quinta City Council,
We, Mark Platzer and Logan Platzer give our full support for the building of Coral Mountain Resort. As investors and people that visit the area known as La Quinta we know that it will bring prosperity, health, and a clip of the future to the world. It will be an Oasis for all people and a family friendly environment. But it won't just be a wave pool, it will be a place where the human body can recover, with Coral Mountain's advanced health and fitness department. That's why we support the up and coming Coral Mountain project.
Sincerely,
Mark Platzer and Logan Platzer
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 2:28 PM
To: Schwab-Pomerantz, Carrie; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Ms. Pamerantz‐Schwab,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Schwab‐Pomerantz, Carrie <Carrie.Schwab‐[email protected]> Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 2:19 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear Councilmembers and Staff,
Thank you so much for considering the approval of the Coral Mountain Wave project. I can’t imagine a better attraction for families to visit La Quinta. A few years back, my entire family: children, nieces and nephews and siblings were lucky enough to surf the prototype in Lemoore. Because of this experience we all now have the confidence to participate in this sport, even for those of us almost 60 years old. In fact, we had so much fun that surfing has become a part of our family traditions.
But Coral Mountain will offer so much more and will serve as a great compliment to La Quinta’s many attractions. As our family continues to grow, I envision Coral Mountain to become our tradition for generations to come.
Sincerely,
Carrie Pomerantz
Carrie Schwab Pomerantz, CFP®
Board Chair and President, Charles Schwab Foundation
Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.
211 Main Street, 16th Floor
2 MS: 211MN-16-207
San Francisco, CA 94105
Tel: 415-667-1800; Fax: 415-667-1801
email: [email protected]
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1 From: Marie Radimsky <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 8:58 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Coral Mountain Project
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** I fully support the Coral Mountain project and it certainly would get me (and everyone I know) to visit the Palm Springs/Palm Desert/LaQuinta area on a regular basis.
‐‐
Marie Radimsky
415‐971‐1597
[email protected]
1 From: Lee Redmond <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 10:41 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Coral Mountain
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To whom this may concern,
My name is Lee Redmond, I am minor investor and excited future permanent resident of La Quinta’s Coral Mountain. To cut to the chase, I plan to move my growing family of five, with 3 small children to Coral Mountain. This is not an investment property or a vacation home, I plan to open an office in the city and move my young growing family to La Quinta, as this community is that special! My new office will look to hire 3‐4 employees immediately from the Coachella valley (or bring in talent if we can’t hire from the existing population base) and hopes of continued expansion.
There has been some concern about noise pollution and light pollution, and I can assure you that I would not be moving my small family if I didn’t think this community will have the social fabric of a quaint and safe community that fits in line with the La Quinta community as a whole, in which I can raise my children within.
While I can understand some residents concerns with the unknown, this community will help emphasize what it means to live in La Quinta in the best way, and is a stark difference between the other “resort style” surf communities popping up in the valley. This community is of the highest quality and will bring the best elements to the city of La Quinta.
Please push to make our families dream a reality, and I can assure you we will be future advocates of the coming initiatives that the city needs future support with.
Regards,
Redmond Family
Lee R. Redmond
Director
500 Newport Center Drive, Suite 900, Newport Beach, CA 92660 m 949 275 7101 [email protected]
CA DRE: 01900420
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Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 9:09 AM
To: Mike Regan; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Regan,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Mike Regan <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 9:05 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Good morning,
I’m writing to show my support for this project.
Our agency represents the current world #1 and #2 ranked surfers in the world, Filipe Toledo and Jack Robinson. We also represent a group of highly influential professional skateboarders. We’ve seen what their social media influence can bring to their sponsors, events and projects like, Coral Mountain Wave Resort.
Very excited to see this project come to life!
Thanks,
Mike
Mike Regan
GP Sports Management
Cell: +1 949 444 6840
Email – [email protected]
2 http://www.gpsportsmanagement.com
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:23 PM
To: Chuy Reyna; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Reyna,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Chuy Reyna <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:18 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hello,
I am writing regarding Coral Mountain Wave Project.
My name is Jesus “Chuy” Reyna and I live in Oceanside Ca. I’m an Ex Pro surfer and been in the surf industry for over 35 years.
I’ve surfed all over the world and can say that the Coral Mountain Project would be the best surf location in the world! The fact that you can surf a perfect wave on demand is remarkable! With the Coral Mountain project in palm spring along with the quality golf in the area, You can guarantee Palm Spring as one the worlds top surf destination in the future.
I fully support CMWP and plan to buy into Coral Mountain real estate.
Thanks for your time.
Regards,
Chuy Reyna
2 www.firewiresurfboards.com
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 11:28 AM
To: Keenan Rice; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Rice,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Keenan Rice <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 9:12 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To the La Quinta City Council ‐
I'm writing this email to share my support for the Coral Mountain project. I'm a long time resident of California, with the last 15 years being in San Francisco. I am raising a family in the state and we love to continuously explore the state and participate in many outdoor activities. Myself, as well as, many of our family friends in the Bay Area would add La Quinta to our list of places to visit if Coral Mountain existed. The project aligns perfectly with a lot of bay area resident's interests who will also be making La Quinta a future travel destination.
I'm excited for the prospect of this project which will be first of it's kind in the world! Please let it exist so I can create some amazing memories with my family and friends!
Thanks
Keenan Rice (and family)
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Sunday, June 5, 2022 3:58 PM
To: Tatiana Steelman; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Ms. Steelman,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Tatiana Steelman <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, June 5, 2022 2:00 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To: The City Council of La Quinta,
I have recently come across the coral mountain project, and I could not be more in favor of supporting such a brilliant project. I just became a mother five days ago, and my husband and I have talked about getting a vacation home somewhere where we can start our own family traditions for years to come. My husband is a huge golfer (we are members at Hillcrest Country Club in Los Angeles), and because the desert is notorious for its plethora of golf courses, he automatically wanted to look into La Quinta.
I do not play golf, and no one in my family does, and because of this, I have been unsupportive of buying a home out there… but this all changed when we heard about Coral Mountain! We both immediately knew that this would be that special place we had dreamt of having long lasting family memories! While my husband golfs, I can go to the wellness area of Coral Mountain’s resort, or we can learn to surf together, and when our son is old enough, he can partake in all of the wonderful, exciting activities this resort will offer, and we can build unforgettable bonds within our family and likeminded individuals we meet at Coral Mountain for years to come! We truly hope you consider our full support in moving this project forward! Have a wonderful day,
Tatiana Ruvelson
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:24 AM
To: Hunter Tyson; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Tyson,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Hunter Tyson <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 12:36 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To the City Council of La Quinta,
We are sisters, one is 23 and one is 26, and have lived in Los Angeles our entire lives. We used to go to the desert all of the time, but because there is nothing to do, my mom sold her house and got a place in Malibu, and our dad bought a house in Vegas. We have been wanting to have a desert/beach property, and La Quinta seems like a no brainer, but until there is more life there and more of a reason to bring my family there, they won’t consider. Our dad loves surfing and has gone to the prototype wave up in Lemoore numerous times, spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to host his family and friends.
Although we don’t surf, it is the only place where we have felt that everyone could have the time of their lives, be sober (my dad and I, and many of his friends, are sober), and bond over something most people will never get to experience, which is a shame! If Coral Mountain comes to La Quinta, I guarantee that my family will be there more often than not, and both of my parents would for sure want to buy properties out there to be close to Coral Mountain.We support Coral Mountan 100%! Best,
Hunter and Tyson Salomon
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 11:28 AM
To: Courtney Schwab; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Ms. Schwab,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Courtney Schwab <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 11:17 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Council members,
I am writing to encourage your full support for the Coral Mountain project.
I have been coming to the Coachella Valley for years to watch my daughter compete at the Desert National Horse Park. I love the area and your beautiful community. I believe Coral Mountain would be an exciting and wonderful addition.
Our family has had the great pleasure attending weekends at the Surf Ranch in Lemoore, California. It is really an unforgettable experience. As someone who had never surfed before (and in my mid 50’s) ‐ to be able to learn to ride the waves was one of the most exhilarating feelings I’ve ever had. To go there with my adult children and see their pure joy and excitement out on the waves, was a memory I’ll always treasure. The experience they’ve created in Lemoore with the incredible wave pool and fabulous meals, curated by the most passionate, thoughtful and encouraging staff was truly a one of a kind experience.
I am beyond excited about a project like this in the much more desirable and beautiful location of La Quinta. I know it will be a huge success for families and people of all ages. I am excited that it will bring our own family together, at a place they will all love to come and participate in healthy, fun, incredible outdoor activities.
I hope you will give your full support to this wonderful project. 2 Thank you for your consideration,
Courtney Schwab
317‐517‐0992
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 11:29 AM
To: Samantha Schwab; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Ms. Schwab,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Samantha Schwab <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 8:25 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Good morning,
I would like to express my strong support for the Coral Mountain Project. I have been to the Surf Ranch in Lemoore, CA 5 times over the past 8 years, and have absolutely loved my experience. As a non‐surfer 8 years ago, I consider myself a surfer now. The wave pool taught me how to surf, but also gave me an immense appreciation for the sport. I wish others could experience this incredible wave pool as I have had the opportunity to over the years... but it is sadly impossible for others to book the Surf Ranch wave pool.
I have many friends, family members and acquaintances that have asked me how to get access to this pool, and I have told them that Coral Mountain is the answer. They could not be more excited for this project: not just the wave pool, but everything that Coral Mountain will offer.
I extend my strongest support for this project and look forward to spending time there upon completion.
Thank you,
‐‐
Samantha Schwab
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 7:40 AM
To: Jean Steel; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Steel,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Jean Steel <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 7:37 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** As a La Quinta homeowner, I would like to extend my support to the Coral Mountain Wave Project. This project will be a welcome addition to the desert community. I strongly feel that this project is a unique opportunity that will enhance our area and further improve our ideal living environment.
Sincerely,
Bruce Steel
CEO, Equillium
1 From: Dave Stein <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 10:04 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: I Support Coral Mountain!
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. **
Dear City Clerk,
I strongly support the Coral Mountain development in La Quinta.
I grew up in Southern California and have always loved that part of the State.
I feel this project will make it one of the most visited places in California.
The concept they are implementing will serve to improve the lives of everyone in the area.
It will be the most popular attraction for many miles. It will only improve La Quinta and surrounding areas.
Aloha,
Dave Stein
[email protected]
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 3:06 PM
To: Paula Turner; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro; City Clerk Mail
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Ms. Turner,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Paula Turner <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 3:00 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>; City Clerk Mail <[email protected]> Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** I am writing in support of the Coral Mountain Resort Project. I have been a resident of La Quinta since 1988, currently live at PGA West and plan to build our home on 5 acres adjacent to Coral Mountain Wave Project just north of Ave 60 on Calle Conchita..
I am not concerned about the noise or lighting. If Corral Mountain plans on building high end homes on the north side of the project, I am confident that they will make sure the noise and lighting won’t bother their residents. The neighbors that are complaining don’t even live close by but on average ½ to 1 mile away. To have a project bring money to the city by generating TOT tax instead of costing the city money to provide police and fire protection is a WIN WIN for all.
I encourage you to vote yes tonight. We have enough golf courses in the Coachella Valley its time to bring a unique resort community to our amazing city.
2 Paula Turner
77‐933 Las Montanas Road, Suite 101
Palm Desert, CA 92211
T 760‐360‐8200 M 760‐578‐6564
CA DRE License 00702492
www.DesertPacificProperties.com
1 From: Monika Radeva
Sent: Sunday, June 5, 2022 8:42 PM
To: connie varelli; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Consulting Planner; Danny Castro
Cc: Laurie McGinley; Monika Radeva; Consulting Planner
Subject: Varelli, Connie: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support Good afternoon Ms. Varelli,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the project at the 6/7/2022 public hearing and will be included in the public record for the project.
Monika Radeva, CMC | City Clerk
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253
Tel: (760) 777-7035
[email protected]
From: connie varelli <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, June 5, 2022 8:18 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>; City Clerk Mail <[email protected]> Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Council Members,
I'm hoping that you will vote to approve the Coral Mountain Project.
I have owned acreage on Calle Conchita off Madison for 20 years and plan on building there.
I am totally supportive of the project and quite excited at the prospect of such a beautiful, unique and one of a kind development in La Quinta. Especially so close to my property.
I am pro growth and was waiting for something to be developed there, with the bonus being this type of project.
As you know, the economic boost this will generate along with employment opportunities will obviously be helpful to our city.
I appreciate the Coral Mountain people reaching out to the community with such goodwill.
The lighting display I watched from my property, i was quite pleased with what was shown.
Also, I like that the wave basin will use much less water annually than most golf courses.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
2 Sincerely,
Connie Varelli
Fka Schivarelli
1 From: Davis Meyer <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 2:49 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Cc: Scott White; Linda Evans
Subject: Public comment for June 7, 2022 - Public Hearing item 1 Attachments: 6_7_22 public hearing item 1.pdf
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear City Clerk:
Please find the written public comment for the June 7, 2022 joint meeting of the city council and housing authority regarding “Public Hearing” item 1 attached.
Thank you,
davis meyer
director of partnership
o: 760-969-1360
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 12:36 PM
To: Lee Vosburgh; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Vosburgh,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Lee Vosburgh <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 10:00 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Members of the city council,
I am writing I support of coral mountain because I will not be able to attend the meeting in person.
My name is Lee Vosburgh and I am a hotel owners and resort developer. I have visited the site of coral mountain and studied its proposal and buisness model.
While la Quinta has been and will remain a world class golf destination I believe a new type of community and resort will benefit the destination. This is a new progressive approach to community with tremendous economic, social and community benefit. The next generation of wealth want experiences that fit there lifestyle and commitment to wellness. ,any of the traditional golf development and the older population do not fill this need.
I look forward to visiting and referring many clients who are interested in acquiring real estate if this becomes a reality.
Sincerely,
Lee Vosburgh
1 From: Jason Waggoner <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 11:45 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: I Support Coral Mountain!
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear Council Members,
I support the development of Coral Mountain. The idea of bringing a truly unique, and world class, venue to the Coachella Valley is something we should be embracing whole‐heartedly. The natural beauty of the Coachella Valley will be enhanced and supported by those who have true interest in the property, and the standards by which they plan on implementing. As a longtime investor, and visitor to the Coachella Valley it is my request that you support the continued progress and innovation provided by Coral Mountain.
Sincerely,
Molly and Jason Waggoner
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:23 AM
To: Circe Wallace; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Ms. Wallace,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Circe Wallace <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 12:54 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** To whom it may concern,
I am writing to you today in regards to the Coral Mountain La Quinta project.
As a regular visitor and La Quinta enthusiast our family is very excited about the potential for surfing wave and community that Coral Mountain represents.
We are an active family who loves the desert but are not golfers we are surfers! We are hopeful that this project can meet your approval as it will bring a great new aspect of development that is environmentally responsible and meet the demand for fun and healthy activities.
With respect,
Circe
CIRCE WALLACE Executive Vice President, Action Sports & Olympics [email protected]
WASSERMAN CARLSBAD | T: (760) 602 6200
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 2:32 PM
To: Gregory Washer; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro; City Clerk Mail
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Washer,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Gregory Washer <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 6, 2022 2:30 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>; City Clerk Mail <[email protected]> Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** RE: Coral Mountain Support
Dear Council,
I am a long time resident of La Quinta. In particular, The Quarry Golf Club adjacent to the proposed Coral Mountain Wave Project.
I own two homes located at 79820 and 79830 Remington Drive. I am in support of the project and believe it will be good for the city of La Quinta.
I think it will be good for this far out location with this exciting new development. There are not many choices out here for dining without going out on a 15 minute long drive to Old Town.
I believe this upscale development will spur even more investment in this area currently so far from retail. I would not be surprised (and I would jump for joy) with a gas station/convenience store for example on the corner of 58th.
I think this type of project will cater well to my children and their children. It is important to me to have a place where "non golf" families can enjoy this type of recreation. My 3 children grew up in Laguna Beach and would surf vs golf any day of the week. Having it be an upscale project is paramount to its success, which I like for the type of wealthy guests it will bring to the area.
From my vantage point, I don't think noise is an issue. Heck, there is a loud outdoor police gun range I hear already without any problems.
If you have not already, consider the major increase of revenue in fees, bed tax, property taxes, sales taxes. Plus many good jobs!
2 The Coral Mountain Wave Project is something I think will put La Quinta even more "on the map". It is the future, be proud of your decision thinking ahead.
I am urging you to vote YES for my vote.
Sincerely,
Greg Washer
La Quinta Home Owner
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Friday, June 3, 2022 7:55 AM
To: Frank Weigel; Robert Radi; Linda Evans; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; Steve Sanchez; John Pena; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project - Support
Mr. Weigel,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Frank Weigel <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 10:38 PM
To: Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project ‐ Support
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hello
We are in full support of this project. We believe it will be a great addition to La Quinta year around. In the summer months it is a struggle for local businesses to succeed this project will absolutely attract more people to the area in the slow summer months as well as add another family activity for all ages year around. As a member of Andalusia Country club and homeowner in PGA West we would welcome this development in the south La Quinta area. This southern portion of La Quinta could use some more amenities and activities it is very undeveloped.
We do not see any potential traffic issues, the roads where designed for much higher traffic flow then what is currently being used.
Please approve this project ‐more jobs, taxes for the City and more revenue to local businesses.
Thank you,
Frank Weigel
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:21 AM
To: Doug Weitman; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; [email protected]; [email protected]; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro; John Pena
Cc: Tania Flores; Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Coral Mountain Wave Project
Mr. Weitman,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Doug Weitman <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:12 AM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; [email protected] <[email protected]>; [email protected] <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]> Subject: Coral Mountain Wave Project
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Dear La Quinta City Council members,
My home is at the Quarry Golf Club in La Quinta for the past 22 years. I love La Quinta and the diversity in this new generational shift to active and healthy lifestyle.
This property was already approved for Andalusia to build another 18 hole golf course. Another golf course in La Quinta does not bring diversity or newness to our end of the valley.
The idea that this property will serve as a recreational and athletic development and bring a new generation to La Quinta.
I took the time and went up to Lemore California to see the Kelly Slater wave in action.
I was very impressed with their project and also pleased to see there was very little noise from the machine making the wave.
My other homes in the summertime is in Malibu across from Surfrider Beach. In the 42 years I’ve lived here I’ve never seen a police action or a disturbance coming from the surfers.
As long as they can control the lighting to keep our dark sky and not cause a disturbance to the neighbors with noise and Traffic I am in favor of this development.
The only thing constant is change.
2 I understand many people are afraid of this development because they don’t understand it.
Please do the right thing, and approve this project.
Thank you
Doug Weitman
Doug Weitman
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 1:08 PM
To: Carter Westfall; Linda Evans; Robert Radi; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; John Pena; Steve Sanchez; Jon McMillen; Danny Castro
Cc: Monika Radeva
Subject: Re: Can't Wait! Coral Mountain Wave Project
Mr. Westfall,
Thank you for your comments. They will be provided to the City Council when they consider the application at hearing.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Carter Westfall <[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 12:02 PM
To: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Jon McMillen <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]>; Danny Castro <[email protected]>
Subject: Can't Wait! Coral Mountain Wave Project
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hello La Quinta City Council Members,
I'm the Co‐Founder of Natural Selection, a multi‐faceted outdoor events and media platform (www.naturalselectiontour.com), perhaps you are snowboard fans and caught some of our events this past winter! The purpose of my email is to offer my support of the Coral Mountain Wave Project. I currently don't spend much time in the La Quinta area; however, this is EXACTLY the type of destination I would like to take my family. I have a 6 year old son and 3 year old daughter who live in the mountains (Jackson WY) and spend summers on the beach. It would be amazing to have La Quinta and Coral Mountain as part of our annual family vacation plans. I am so excited to see this project receive approval and get off the ground... please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or if you would like to get more of my perspective.
Thank you so much!
Carter
Carter Westfall
Co‐Founder & CEO
Natural Selection Tour
M: 916‐241‐6335
1 From: Kevin Wright <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, June 2, 2022 10:11 AM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: I Support Coral Mountain!
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. **
Hi,
I’m in full support of the coral mountain project. It will be a a great addition to the community.
Kevin Wright
La Quinta resident
Sent from my iPhone
Public
Hearing
Item No. 1
In Opposition
1 From: Edward Armendarez <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:26 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Edward Armendarez
La Quinta
760‐625‐1888
June 7th, 2022
Public Hearings ‐ City Council Item 1
Do Not Approve: Coral Mountain Environmental Impact Report, Etc.
Dear Ms. Mayor and City Council,
I am a member of a couple of groups involved in “saving the Salton Sea.” We have meet with our State and Federal representatives in California and Washington DC. We have sat in on numerous meetings with the Salton Sea Authority, water import conferences, meetings with various organizations and other local groups. The affects of a drying Sea are already upon us. The dust, some of it toxic, fills our air on a consistent basis. Throughout the Valley, respiratory diseases are prevalent, and it’s especially endemic in the East Valley, tragically affecting the children there hardest.
This will continue. Water import might happen, either from the Sea of Cortez or the Pacific Ocean. These remedies are years away. The Colorado River water that helped mitigate the shrinking sea and toxic dust was diminished. The need for that water has increased. Lithium mining, already under way, and fully built out within 10 years, requires purified water. If lithium is a strategic resource, and there ever is a choice between a global essential mineral, and a few mildly populated desert communities, guess who’ll get the water.
The future imports of Colorado River water will decline, faster than you think. Recently, the Colorado River Basin revised their forecast of water that can be delivered to our state. Our supply will be diminished sooner than anyone forecast previously.
The Chamber of Commerce, in an article in The Gem, said the Coachella Valley population will double by 2035. I’ve read that our aquifer isn’t guaranteed past 2045. Since I’ve started attending meetings regarding the Salton Sea, and as so much of the issue is about water, I started subscribing to “Maven’s Notebook.” https://mavensnotebook.com/ It’s about water and water management. I recommend that you take a look at that site, and if you can handle the flood of emails, please subscribe to the newsletters. EVERY day there is news of the widening effects of the catastrophic drought that we are in. We are in a historic drought, as you know.
How long will it be before a multi‐million gallon wave pool is a concrete hole in the ground? 2 How will the populace, having their own water supplies greatly diminished, react to a resort lake in the low desert, enjoyed by wealthy tourists?
Where will the water come from to sustain the housing there? The housing everywhere? Who will want to hang ten in toxic dust storms?
We don’t have the answers. We are going to run out of water. It’s happening faster than you realize. Another wave park in the Coachella Valley is insanity. In La Quinta it’s embarrassing. Please solicit other creative uses for that land.
Thank you for all that you do,
Edward Armendarez
1 From: Sally Arroyo <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:25 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments: Sally and Robert Arroyo, La Quinta, (760) 564-8125, Public Hearing Agenda Item 1 Special Joint Meeting, Coral Mountain Resort
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Thank you for allowing us to submit written comments regarding the Coral Mountain Resort to the La Quinta City Council packet for the June 7, 2022 meeting.
Sincerely,
Sally and Robert Arroyo
57712 Salida del Sol
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 564‐8126
[email protected]
[email protected]
_________________
Dear City of La Quinta Council Members:
Aside from the obvious problems and difficulties with the Coral Mountain Resort such as more light, noise and traffic, massive water usage for the surf pool, strictly private and not open to the public with no benefit to the citizenry, short‐ term rentals, hotel, zoning, etc., there is one other major issue that should be carefully considered before any approval and that is altering the nature/makeup of the southern portion of the City of La Quinta which would also alter the entire City itself. Once this is changed there is no going back. Once this has been allowed it cannot be undone and will open the gates to other developers who would also like to change the character of our community with commercial developments in residential neighborhoods. We would also caution the City that not every piece of land in the City has to be built on and that there is much to be said for leaving natural spaces and environments.
We are not opposed to development but development should be responsible. In this case City Council should not allow a tourist commercial zone with short‐term rentals and a hotel within a quiet residential area. This would be consistent with the General Plan and would not infringe on the rights of voters who rightfully counted on the continuation of that plan and the character of neighborhoods it was designed to protect. The surf pool and the accompanying tourist commercial zones would forever change the nature, feel and atmosphere of the City of La Quinta which the City has tried so hard to maintain. Great care has been taken currently and in the past to cultivate “The Gem of the Desert.” One only has to look at the City Hall and Library complex, Old Town La Quinta, all the LQ parks and trails, streets, circles and medians to see this. La Quinta prides itself in the outdoor lifestyle and natural environment. We are not densely populated or overly urbanized as are some of our other Coachella Valley cities such as Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage and Palm Springs and because of this La Quinta has more appeal as a place to live and play.
One doesn’t need a “hook” like surfing to come to live and/or to play in La Quinta. In 1926 people took real notice of La 2 Quinta and have been coming since then for the peaceful natural beauty of the desert area. Coral Mountain Resort can still have all the outdoor activities and a “Farm to Table” market/store and still be attractive to home buyers, while not spoiling what current residents enjoy. The desert and the outdoors are the “hook” and are enough to entice people to live/play in La Quinta despite the claims that La Quinta needs surfing with the accompanying short‐term rentals and hotel to be “on the map” and to create generational diversity. We have generational diversity and we have been “on the map” for a long time. The Resort can still advertise themselves as a health and wellness resort home development near all the attractions of the Coachella Valley and Southern California. If there is a “hook” then the “hook” is a healthy lifestyle in a beautiful home development on an ancient lake bed surrounded by wonderful and natural desert countryside in the City of La Quinta, “The Gem of the Desert.” We didn’t need a “hook" to move to La Quinta. We bought into a development in La Quinta that has no golf, no club house, restaurant, community pool, etc., no amenities. We bought in Coral Mountain Estates because of the architecture, natural beauty of the area and because it was in south La Quinta, a less urban and densely populated area of La Quinta and the Coachella Valley. We know firsthand that reasonable changes can be made that will attract development, but Coral Mountain Resort with its surf pool with a limited private membership of about 150 and a tourist commercial zone will in a major way forever spoil what we have come to treasure in our one and only one‐of‐a‐kind “Gem of the Desert."
We request that the La Quinta City Council reject any zoning changes to tourist commercial and for short‐term rentals as well as the surf aspect for the Coral Mountain Resort.
Respectfully submitted,
Sally and Robert Arroyo
57712 Salida del Sol
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 564‐8126
[email protected]
[email protected]
1 From: Consulting Planner
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 11:31 AM
To: Fritz Bachli; Carlos Flores
Cc: Linda Evans; John Pena; Robert Radi; Steve Sanchez; Kathleen Fitzpatrick; Monika Radeva Subject: Re: "Report of City Code Violation" dated 5/26/2021 / Trilogy Community, 60151 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta
Mr. Bachli,
As regards your Surf Park question, the project Specific Plan includes landscaping standards, and the conditions of approval require compliance with City requirements. Detailed landscaping plans will be submitted with individual Site Development Permits and subsequent applications as they are submitted.
Nicole Sauviat Criste
Consulting Planner
City of La Quinta
From: Fritz Bachli <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2022 8:47 AM
To: Carlos Flores <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]> Cc: Linda Evans <[email protected]>; John Pena <[email protected]>; Robert Radi <[email protected]>; Steve Sanchez <[email protected]>; Kathleen Fitzpatrick <[email protected]> Subject: Re: "Report of City Code Violation" dated 5/26/2021 / Trilogy Community, 60151 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta ** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Hi Carlos and Nicole Sauviat!
These questions are addressed to both of you! (Trilogy Perimeter & Surf Park) As the Leading Agency for the Trilogy Perimeter Restoration Project the planning department has finally responded to my No.1 Question, namely that the la Quinta Municipal Code Chapter 8.13 is enforced for this particular 60+ acre project. This answer was long overdue?
Landscape Approvals include Irrigation requirements which is my introduction for the No. 2 Question! Since day one of our discussions regarding this topic, I have been seeking an answer concerning the location and filing procedures of the documents for projects the City of La Quinta is the Lead Agency? No documents are in existence hence no records are available. This was the official answer from the City? Makes no sense considering the vast spectrum of items covered by the Code which, if met, will ultimately lead to the permit? Presently, Trilogy is spending thousands of Dollars for legal expenses related to the Perimeter construction. During a period of three years, I have been closely monitoring and documenting the Reconstruction process and witnessed first hand some of the construction activities / administrative decision making, as they occurred at the time and most likely were not in compliance with the Code 8.13? We could have saved enormous legal expenses in the past and will most likely also do so in the future with a tight oversight by the Landscape Architect in cooperation with the Lead Agency and 2 CVWD that these Codes and Ordinances are met. Doing the job right for the first time on the construction site and not to be argued in the courts is key?
"Item B" in the LC Municipal Code regarding the "Final Landscaping Plan Application Submittal Requirements" is very detailed and requires signatures from the responsible people of areas they are responsible for. It's a complex Code and I understand that potential applicants often turn away from adopting and following the Code. "Lawmakers" have to identify and stop the "Lawbreakers" and punish violators under the law as mentioned in "Item C" of the Municipal Code.
Surf Park: What is the status of the surf park in terms of the Landscape Package Documentation and where are the appropriate records for the project being filed? Does the EIR and FEIR comply with the standards of the Code 8.13? I ask for clarification in this matter and welcome any suggestions to better understand in what direction we are heading as a City and / or Community in case of Code 8.13. In times of a severe drought, which we are presently faced with, Lead Agencies, the CVWD and Landscape Architects have to work together in order not to let Landscape matters get out of hand.
I think there is plenty of room for improvement in this approval process. In other words: "Say what you do and what is expected ‐ and ultimately do what you say!"
Thank you.
FEB
On Sun, May 1, 2022 at 9:00 AM Fritz Bachli <[email protected]> wrote:
Hi Carlos,
To question No. 1, thank you for the long awaited response. I have noticed that the La Quinta Municipal Code Chapter
8.13 entitled "Water Efficient Landscaping" was approved, adopted and signed on 8/2/2016 by Mayor Evans and the City Attorney Mr. Ihrke. (Ordinance No. 544 Amending Title 8, Chapter 8.13, the Cities "Efficient Landscaping Ordinance").
I noticed that a "Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance" is attached to the aforementioned revision dated 8/2/2016? It demonstrates to potential applicants all of the appendices which need to be filed with signatures and dates, in particular Appendix C the Certificate of Completion. Is the City still required to follow this Model? I would appreciate a sample that is currently provided to potential applicants. Thank you.
To question No.2 I apologize for using an incorrect CVWD Ordinance. As listed in all of my previous messages concerning this topic, I have always referred to Ordinance 1302.3 and by mistake in my message of 4/17/2022: 1303.2 which is incorrect.
Finally, going back to my original questions in this matter, please refer to my e‐mail dated 7/24/2021 (Question No. 2) concerning the matter of: Supporting Documents of Approval....? Thank you.
FEB
On Thu, Apr 28, 2022 at 4:51 PM Carlos Flores <[email protected]> wrote:
Carlos Flores | Senior Planner
3 Design and Development
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico | La Quinta, CA 92253
Ph. 760.777.7069
www.laquintaca.gov
From: Fritz Bachli <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2022 5:26 PM
To: Carlos Flores <[email protected]>
Cc: Consulting Planner <[email protected]> Subject: Re: "Report of City Code Violation" dated 5/26/2021 / Trilogy Community, 60151 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta
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Hi Carlos,
We have been discussing this topic for one year now and I appreciate the various responses you provided in the past.
However, I consider your latest answers once again vague. They seem to be covering up findings to legal questions which came up before, during as well as after the approval and the construction process itself.
Following your suggestion, I approached LQ Compliance and in a rather unsubstantiated response to my official inquiry I was turned away with the written statement: "We don't deal with this kind of Policy matters?"
I have confidence in your work but I never trust in such important issues without prior verification!
1) I am interested in receiving, in writing, which are "your codes" you are referring to that support your approval for the reconstruction of the 60 acre plus interior perimeter reconstruction at the Trilogy Golf course? The document carried your signature in the position of an Assistant Planner and was sent to the BOD of the Trilogy Community on February 12, 2018? The codes are the La Quinta Municipal Code Chapter 8.13, found here:
https://library.municode.com/ca/la_quinta/codes/municipal_code?nodeId=TIT8BUCO_CH8.13WAEFLA
2) Has a Landscape and Irrigation Pre‐Submittal Checklist according to "Ordinance 1303.2", incl. Appendices, been completed, submitted and signed by the project applicant for the Interior Perimeter? That's an easy straightforward question which you never answered? They have to meet the rules and regulations found in the previous question, as well as any from CVWD. Not sure exactly what ordinance you’re referring to, but they have met the checklist requirements from our Code and CVWD reviews for theres.
With my letter dated July 24, 2021 I did ask basically the same questions as listed above. Neither you, who signed the Reconstruction Approval or the LQ Code Compliance office, have supported my efforts in helping to further eliminate possible future lawsuits against the parties involved in this project.The Golf Course (incl. the Bistro) is now for sale!
It is my belief that based on pursuing for three years the Interior Perimeter Project that very costly lawsuits, so far, could have been avoided if the city respected and adopted established State, County and City Landscape and Irrigation Laws and Ordinances!
Note: While on the subject matter and, considering the City of La Quinta as the Lead Agency, which are the Laws and Ordinances instrumental and required to be applied in order to approve the "Wave Surfpark" in terms of the "Landscape and Irrigation Approval Process".
I sent this message to Nicole Sauviat‐Criste for Information as she is dealing with the kind of topic before us. 4 Thank you.
Best. FEB
On Tue, Mar 8, 2022 at 8:40 AM Carlos Flores <[email protected]> wrote:
Good morning Fritz,
The PLA was approved in compliance with our codes, and CVWD approved as well. The signed and approved plans are the documents that show the compliance with City and CVWD rules and regulations.
Carlos Flores | Senior Planner
Design and Development
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico | La Quinta, CA 92253
Ph. 760.777.7069
www.laquintaca.gov
From: Fritz Bachli <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, March 7, 2022 2:30 PM
To: Christina Gamez <[email protected]>
Cc: farida bachli <[email protected]>; Consulting Planner <[email protected]> Subject: Re: "Report of City Code Violation" dated 5/26/2021 / Trilogy Community, 60151 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta
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UNANSWERED QUESTION: HAS THE PLA RESTORATION BEEN APPROVED IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW? (Reference is made to the FINAL LANDSCAPE PLAN 2018‐0001 ‐ TRILOGY INTERIOR PERIMETER dated 2/12/2018 signed by Carlos Flores, Associate Planner, City of La Quinta.)
Hi Christina,
In search of my answer, I once again request a formal written response whether the PLA was approved and built in 2017 according to the CVWD Code 1302.3 and the LQ Municipal Code Section 8.13 or any other governing documents written into law and passed by a legislative body!
If I understand correctly, the Code Compliance Division works in partnership with the citizens and businesses in La Quinta to promote and maintain a safe and pleasing environment in which to work and visit. This is achieved through community involvement, education and ENFORCEMENT OF MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATION.
5 During a public and special joint session in the La Quinta City Hall on September 28, 2021 Code Issues, as listed in the Draft EIR for the Surf Park, were discussed before the City Council and in the presence of the Planning Commission. (View: City of La Quinta Video Archive: 9/28/2021. The subject matter dealt with the Surf Park, in particular the calculation of the Water Usage (MAWA, etc?)
On 10/5/2021 a detailed presentation (View: City of LQ Video Archive: 10/5/2021) was streamed for the public by the CVWD on the City Hall screen. I can imagine it was in response to the questions in the September 28/2021 meeting.The presentation outlined the latest approval process and the submission of the required documentation leading to a permit. The speaker reminded the audience: Your City has approved a Landscape Ordinance which projects are to comply with? (CVWD slides entitled: Landscape Plan Check) No permit ‐ no water meter ‐ no water! Projects are placed on a future inspection list.
Thank you for getting back to me in this matter. Residents in our community would like to see an answer to the questions listed.
Fritz E. Bachli
(978) 352‐7494
On Sun, Aug 22, 2021 at 6:02 PM Fritz Bachli <[email protected]> wrote:
Hi Christina,
I have discussed my three key questions with Mr. Carlos Flores on many occasions and I also exchanged with him several emails detailing the underlying causes which prompted me to address this issue before the start of the project and after the completion of the reconstruction. My basic questions were never answered? This is the reason why I reached out to Code Compliance.
As a Trilogy Community Member, I am familiar with the Perimeter project and the CVWD Ordinance and the City Municipal Code, two documents which establish the same basic consent in terms of "Water Efficient Landscaping".
I do not wish to pursue this matter any further but hopefully put it to rest based on the answers to the inquiry submitted to your office.
Thank you.
FEB
On Thu, Aug 19, 2021 at 4:14 PM Christina Gamez <[email protected]> wrote:
Mr. Bachli, can I get your phone number and a good time for Carlos to call you? It will be much easier to have a discussion vs. email.
Thank you,
6 Christina Gamez|Code Compliance Administrative Technician City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, CA 92253
Ph. 760.777.7063
www.laquintaca.gov
www.playinlaquinta.com
From: Fritz Bachli <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, August 19, 2021 3:16 PM
To: Christina Gamez <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: "Report of City Code Violation" dated 5/26/2021 / Trilogy Community, 60151 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta
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Hi Christina,
You are giving me a tough time! :)
Why is your office not responding to my very fundamental and simple questions l have approached you with in my email dated July 24, 2021?
Isn't Code Compliance, your office, in a position to confirm that the reconstruction work carried out on the Perimeter of the Golf Course is compliant, or not and why not, with the established building consents for such major restorations (60+ acres) by the City of La Quinta and the CVWD authorities? (City of La Quinta Municipal Code 8.13 and CVWD Ordinance 1203.3 both dealing with Water Efficient Landscaping).
That's all I am asking for, straight forward, and to the point! Please understand that evasive answers to my s;pecific questions leave the impression that the Perimeter was a reconstruction project not in line with the established building consents?
I am looking forward to your "best" answers!
FEB
On Thu, Aug 19, 2021 at 11:53 AM Christina Gamez <[email protected]> wrote:
Good morning Mr. Bachli,
The City of La Quinta Code Compliance has received your request. There are no property maintenance violations and the landscape plan was approved, therefore there is no action for us to take on this.
Thank you,
7 Christina Gamez|Code Compliance Administrative Technician City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, CA 92253
Ph. 760.777.7063
www.laquintaca.gov
www.playinlaquinta.com
From: Fritz Bachli <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, August 13, 2021 9:01 PM
To: Christina Gamez <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: "Report of City Code Violation" dated 5/26/2021 / Trilogy Community, 60151 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta
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Hi Christina,
I have asked the very basic questions labelled above with No. 1‐3 to Mr. Flores before but never got the answers I expected to get from a planning professional in the capacity of Mr.Flores who himself issued the approval of the project in question! For this reason, I approached the Code Compliance office expecting the team to investigate this matter and issue an independent report!
The latest response seems to get closer to the fundamental answer I am looking for by providing qualifying definitions like: "Necessary Regulations" and the "City's Municipal Code"?
I am of the opinion that compliance means conforming to a rule such as a specifications, policy, standard, law or ordinance, etc.Regulatory compliance is available to a builder / contractor before the beginning of a reconstruction or new construction as for example indicated and referred to as Ordinance 1302, and adopted by the City of LA Quinta in their Draft EIR for the Wave Park.
Looking forward to your response. Should you have any questions, please let me know..
Thank you. FEB
On Wed, Jul 28, 2021 at 4:43 PM Carlos Flores <[email protected]> wrote:
Hi Fritz,
From your questions on which ordinances and sections have been met, the Final Landscape Plan document approval, which was previously provided to you, provides confirmation on approval of the necessary regulations.
The approved plans includes approval from the Coachella Valley Water District, where they would review the plans for their necessary regulations. The entire plan set the applicant provided for the Final Landscape Plan is what is reviewed and approved to make sure it meets the City’s Municipal Code.
8 Multiple inspections of the site have been completed to ensure compliance with the plan and have confirmed this compliance. Any future complaints on the landscaping, including maintenance of it, that includes landscaping within the public view, can be formally made to our Code Compliance team.
Carlos Flores | Senior Planner
Design and Development
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico | La Quinta, CA 92253
Ph. 760.777.7069
www.laquintaca.gov
From: Fritz Bachli <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, July 24, 2021 2:33 PM
To: Christina Gamez <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: "Report of City Code Violation" dated 5/26/2021 / Trilogy Community, 60151 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta
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Hi Christina, thank you for your response.
‐Our HOA would certainly want to know on what basis the City of La Quinta has approved this massive 60+acre Perimeter reconstruction! The literature which I picked up at the City Hall, prior to seeing the approval from the planning department which was signed by Mr. Flores, the leaflet explains that your office deals with "Enforcement of Municipal Code Regulations". I thought this definition covers my non compliance item and falls under your office's jurisdiction?
‐Mr. C. Flores, on several occasions in the past, has provided me with answers to my specific questions regarding this matter.. However, this "public view" limitation never came up and is new to me? ‐
Anyway, may I ask you to pursue this matter with the following concentration:
1) Have Ordinances 1302.3 (CVWD Code) and / or (Municipal Code 8.13) of the City of La Quinta been executed and met by the city of La Quinta?
2) If yes, where are the supporting documents of proof leading to the approval based on Ord. 1302.3 and the LQ Municipal Code 8.13?
3) If not, why not? What type of approval conditions have been met for the city approval?
Please help and provide specific answers to my question! Thank you.
Best. FEB
On Tue, Jul 6, 2021 at 11:38 AM Christina Gamez <[email protected]> wrote:
Good Afternoon Mr. Bachili,
I have spoken with Carlos Flores and the planning department regarding your email and followed up with the hard copy of such. This is a matter that would need to be discussed with your HOA. The City of La Quinta Code Compliance division addresses property maintenance in public view. Please refer to your CC&R’s with your HOA for your private gated community.
9 Thank you,
Christina Gamez|Code Compliance Administrative Technician City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, CA 92253
Ph. 760.777.7063
www.laquintaca.gov
www.playinlaquinta.com
From: Fritz Bachli <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, July 3, 2021 6:34 PM
To: Christina Gamez <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: "Report of City Code Violation" dated 5/26/2021 / Trilogy Community, 60151 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta
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Hi Christina,
Did you receive my Yellow 8 1/2 " envelope sent by regular mail on June 28, 2021 from the Post Office in La Quinta? It contained the copies mentioned in my email dated June 19, 2021?
Since my non‐compliance report was initially not confirmed as received by your office / the City of LQ, I question the reporting process I have chosen as being acceptable or do you suggest another avenue to deliver a non compliance report?
Thank you.
Best. FEB
On Wed, Jun 23, 2021 at 10:56 AM Christina Gamez <[email protected]> wrote:
Thank you, Mr. Bachli, I have received your response.
From: Fritz Bachli <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, June 23, 2021 10:50 AM
To: Christina Gamez <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: "Report of City Code Violation" dated 5/26/2021 / Trilogy Community, 60151 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta
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Hi Christina, I have received a copy of my submission! Thank you.
10 After connecting with Carlos Flores, who most likely did not receive my email dated March 2, 2021 (change of his email address?), I shall discuss this matter once again with him and, depending on his feedback, change my Report of City Violence with a new version or possibly drop the case altogether (refer to Item 8 under heading: Property Maintenance Problems).
In time, I shall connect with you again.
Best. FEB
On Sat, Jun 19, 2021 at 9:51 AM Fritz Bachli <[email protected]> wrote:
Dear Christina,
The following copies of documents which will be included in the "snail‐mail" package mentioned in my previous message of today:
Enclosure A: Internet reference to "City Code Violation Form" directions downloaded from LQ City website. (1 Page)
" B: Blank copies of "Report of City Code Violation" (3 Pages) " C: Submission of filled in "Report of City Code Violation" by Fritz Bachli (3 Pages) ‐with request to receive a copy of my submission by indicating my email address on Page 3/3? " D: Report of City Code Violation / Confirming receipt of Report indicating phone number in case of any further questions
" E: Request for copy of non‐compliance submission! Please refer to Enclosure C.
I hope that this information will help you to trace the missing document and providing me with a complete copy of my submission.
Thank you
Fritz E. Bachli
978 352‐7494
On Sat, Jun 19, 2021 at 9:01 AM Fritz Bachli <[email protected]> wrote:
Dear Christina,
Following your request, based on our phone conversation on 6/11/2021 and your statement that my official "Report of City Code Violation" submitted on the "City Code Violation Form" (Download) can not be found with the city, I would like to send you by "snail‐mail" copies of documents indicating the path which I used to approach your office. As you can see, the receipt of my submission was promptly confirmed with a phone number in case of any further questions. Consequently, I called the number and Michael Salas, Compliance Officer 1 who responded to the call suggested to take up this matter directly with you.
In the meantime, reviewing all my documentation which led to my Report as submitted, I have noticed that an email to Mr. Carlos Flores mentioned in my non‐compliance submission dated March 2,2021 might not have received the desk of the recipient due to a change of his email address. I shall send him the same message and once I have his response I intend to adjust, if necessary, the non‐compliance report or, if justified, possibly withdraw the report sent on 5/26/2021 altogether.
Please let me know when you find the missing report and provide me with a copy.
Thank you.
Fritz E. Bachli
(978 352‐7494
11 On Wed, Jun 9, 2021 at 11:36 AM Fritz Bachli <[email protected]> wrote:
Hi Christina,
May I kindly ask you, as stated in your official form entitled "Report of City Code Violation" (Page 3/3), to email to my address a copy of my non compliance submission in question. I did receive your name from Michael Salaz during a recent phone conversation with him regarding this matter. He recommended that I submit my request to you directly!
Thank you.
Fritz E. Bachli
Trilogy Resident
(978) 352 7494
1 From: Tania Flores
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 10:51 AM
To: Monika Radeva
Cc: City Clerk Mail; Cheri Flores; Consulting Planner; Danny Castro Subject: FW: Slides for tonight's City Council meeting
Attachments: Climate change slides.pptx
Good morning,
I received the email below with attached presentation from a member of the public wishing to provide public comment at tonight’s City Council meeting.
Thank you.
Tania Flores | Administrative Technician
Design & Development Department
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico | La Quinta, CA 92253
Ph. (760)777-7023
[email protected]
www.LaQuintaCA.gov
City Hall is now open to the public during normal business hours. Please follow all CDC and State recommended guidelines as they pertain to COVID-19 safety and awareness. All public services continue to be available via phone, email or online web portal and the public is encouraged to utilize these services when possible. Thank you.
From: Tracy Bartlett <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 10:34 AM
To: Tania Flores <[email protected]>
Subject: Slides for tonight's City Council meeting
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** Good morning Tania,
I will be speaking tonight at the City Council Meeting. My slides are attached.
Katie Barrows is also speaking. She does not have slides but will speak after me.
Respectfully submitted,
Tracy L Bartlett
Certified Climate Steward
6/7/2022
1 SHOW US YOUR STRIPES!
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6/7/2022
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1 From: [email protected]
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:54 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Council Agenda June 7, 2022-Letter to Council Members Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** June 7, 2022
Honorable Members of the La Quinta City Council,
We are La Quinta residents, residing in the Trilogy at La Quinta community.
We strongly oppose the Coral Mountain Resort project, which includes 600 homes, a hotel and a 20‐acre, 18 million gallon surf lagoon. We strongly oppose any rezoning that would be required for this project to be approved and move forward, and changes made to the La Quinta 2035 General Plan.
The Coral Mountain Resort clearly is the wrong project for the wrong place, at the wrong time.
A surf lagoon in this desert during this time of continuing California drought is
and would flaunt a blatant disregard for the critical water shortages experienced in this state, and elsewhere. Emergency measures are now in place to reduce non‐essential water use, affecting more than 6 million southern California residents, including in our own Riverside County. California has experienced dramatic periods of drought since 1986 and long‐term climate projections are dire unless we act now to mitigate these dangerous weather conditions. This project clearly goes against all logic and common sense.
In addition to objecting to rezoning and the surf lagoon, we object to the project’s ruination of the visuals, access and setting of the beautiful Coral Mountain and its natural setting, situated adjacent to the Santa Rosa National Monument. Increased traffic, noise pollution and light pollution would all add to the degradation of the current pristine natural environment existing here for hundreds of years.
Please do not allow the Coral Mountain Resort project to go forward.
Thank you for your time and attention.
2 Respectfully,
Guy and Barbra Bishop
60415 Living Stone Drive
La Quinta CA 92253
760‐777‐8675
1 From: Alena Callimanis <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 6:17 PM
To: Monika Radeva
Cc: City Clerk Mail; Laurie McGinley
Subject: I would like to submit this for the Public Record for Coral Mountain Surf Resort June 7, 2022 Attachments: Attorney General Letter Dated January 10 2022.pdf Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
** EXTERNAL: This message originated outside of the City of La Quinta. Please use proper judgement and caution when opening attachments, clicking links or responding to requests for information. ** I would like to submit this for the public record for Coral Mountain. I have also provided this document in hardcopy this evening to Council and staff.
Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
Alena Callimanis
91469 Rustic Canyon Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
January 10, 2022
The Attorney General of the State of California
Department of Justice
1300 I Street, Suite 125
Sacramento, CA
94244—2550
Attention: Mr. Scott Lichtig, Esq.
Delivered via Email: [email protected]
Telephone: (916) 210-7815
Dear Sir:
RE: Proposed Coral Mountain Resort, La Quinta, CA
As a group of concerned residents of the City of La Quinta, California, we are writing to the Office of the Attorney General to request an investigation into the conduct of the City of La Quinta (the “City”) and its agents regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Report (the “DEIR”) prepared for a project known as the Coral Mountain Resort (the “Project”).
We are also asking for a review of the Project’s Draft Environmental Impact Report that was released on June 22, 2021. The entire DEIR can be found on the City of La Quinta’s website for the Coral Mountain Resort: https://www.laquintaca.gov/our-city/city-departments/design-anddevelopment/planning-division/the-wave-at-coral-mountain.
Points in this letter will specifically address the following:
SECTION
1.0 Our specific concerns regarding the DEIR including aspects of its preparation and timing for required review
2.0 Excessive Water Usage by this Project, particularly in times of Climate Change and the statewide drought that has been declared
3.0 Greenhouse Gas Emission concerns which cannot be mitigated for this Project