La Quinta City Council
June 18, 2024

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The MOU is hereby executed and/or ratified by and between the following authorized representatives of the City and County.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, County and City have caused this MOU to be duly executed this day of , 2024.

COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE: CITY OF LA QUINTA:

By: ____________________________ By: ___________________________ Chuck Washington, Chairman Jon McMillen, City Manager
Board of Supervisors
ATTEST: ATTEST:

Kimberly A. Rector Monika Radeva
Clerk of the Board City Clerk
By: ____________________________ By:

Deputy Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Minh C. Tran
County Counsel
By: _______________________________ By: ___________________________ Ryan Yabko
Deputy County Counsel William H. Ihrke, City Attorney
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BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 2
City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: June 18, 2024

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: APPROVE COMMUNITY AWARDS PROGRAM CRITERIA AND

APPLICATIONS

RECOMMENDATION
Approve Community Awards Program criteria and applications.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• In 2001, Council established the Pillars of the Community, Distinguished Artists, and Distinguished Athletes awards programs (Awards).
• In an effort to enhance the Awards, the Arts and Community Services Commission (ACSC) recommended revisions to the Awards process, criteria, and applications. • If approved, staff will promote the new Awards accordingly and encourage community members to submit applications.

FISCAL IMPACT – None.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
In 2001, Council approved the criteria for the City’s Awards programs. After several years of implementing the Awards, the ACSC noticed a decline in nominations and a general lack of interest in the Awards.

In June 2022, ACSC formed a subcommittee to assess the Awards criteria, review the process for obtaining nominations, and identify opportunities for enhancements. The subcommittee presented their recommendations to the ACSC and then to Council as a Study Session in September 2023. On December 11, 2023 the ACSC discussed new Awards criteria and reached a consensus to recommend the changes to Council.

Incorporating input from Council and the ACSC, staff has developed updated Awards criteria (Attachment 1). Significant changes to the Awards criteria and process include:
• Modifications to Pillar of the Community eligibility
• Establishment of the Distinguished Citizen, Junior Inspiration/Youth Achievement, and Community Service Award
• Guidelines for recognition processes
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Additionally, the Awards applications were updated to reflect the new criteria and include new questions regarding Award nominators (Attachment 2).

On May 20, 2024 the ACSC reached a consensus to recommend the updated Awards applications to Council. By revamping the Awards and increasing outreach efforts, the ACSC hopes to restore interest and generate a pool of candidates eligible for the various levels of recognition. If approved, staff will promote the updated Awards and encourage community members to submit applications.

ALTERNATIVES
Council may modify and/or deny the criteria and/or applications.

Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Community Services Management Analyst Approved by: Christina Calderon, Community Services Deputy Director Attachments: 1. Awards Criteria

2. Awards Applications
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City of La Quinta
Community Awards Programs
The City of La Quinta’s community awards programs were developed to recognize the individuals who have made significant impacts in La Quinta through their acts of service, kindness, leadership, and dedication to serving the community. Citizens are encouraged to nominate individuals they feel are deserving of these awards based on the criteria listed below.

Nominees are assessed and reviewed on a case-by-case basis and awarded at the discretion of City staff, Arts and Community Services Commission (ACSC), and/or City Council. The City of La Quinta reserves the right to approve or deny any and all awards nominees.

Pillar of the Community
Qualifications:

1. Candidates must be or have been a resident of La Quinta for a minimum of three (3) years.

2. Candidates must have dedicated a minimum of three (3) years of service to the community of La Quinta in one or more of the following areas:
• Community Engagement & Leadership – Taking part and/or leading efforts to improve the local community and address community issues. • Volunteer Efforts & Philanthropy – Donation of time or services to local organizations including nonprofits, charities, schools, animal shelters, senior centers, sports leagues, churches, and/or youth organizations. • Public service – Employment or involvement in public service fields including education, law enforcement, emergency services, healthcare, and/or local government.

Recognition Process:
• Nominations are accepted year-round.
• SIA (Senior Inspiration Awards) recipients are not automatically inducted as Pillars of the Community.
• Candidates may have received prior recognition from the City in one or more of the following areas:
o Distinguished Citizen Award
o Community Services Award
o Junior Inspiration/Youth Achievement Award
• Nominees are vetted by City staff, recommended by ACSC, and approved by City Council.
• Recipients are presented with an award and/or plaque during a special Pillars of the Community Ceremony in the City Hall Council Chamber. • Recipient names are permanently added to the perpetual plaque located in the City Hall lobby.
• Recipients are acknowledged at the City Picnic, and/or additional City Events.

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• Recipients are featured on the City’s social media and mentioned in The Gem community magazine.

Recognition Timeframe (subject to change):
• June – Nominees reviewed by ACSC
• July – Nominees approved/denied by City Council
• September – Pillars of the Community Ceremony
Junior Inspiration & Youth Achievement Award
Qualifications:

1. Candidates must be five (5) to eighteen (18) years of age.

2. Candidates must be or have been a La Quinta resident or attended a La Quinta school (public, private, or homeschool) for a minimum of one (1) year.

3. Candidates must have contributed significantly to the community of La Quinta. Examples may include:
• Academic Achievement – Accomplishments attained in an academic setting include outstanding test scores, research outcomes, scholarships, academic honors, and/or continued education.
• Acts of Kindness or Service – Helping others, organizing fundraisers, planting trees, leading a community clean-up event, and/or any other acts of selfless service that positively impact the community.
• Artistic Achievement – Accomplishments in the field of visual, literary, or performing arts including awards, scholarships, productions, and overall achievements in the arts.
• Athletic Achievement – Accomplishments in the field of sports including outstanding athletic performance (team or individual), scholarships, and/or tournament/championship game performances.
• Community Engagement & Leadership – Taking part and/or leading efforts to improve the local community and address community issues. Help to build selfesteem and be a good role model for their peers. • Volunteer Efforts – Donation of time or services to local organizations including nonprofits, charities, schools, animal shelters, senior centers, sports leagues, churches, and/or youth organizations.

Recognition Process:
• Nominations are accepted year-round.
• Nominees are vetted by City staff and chosen by ACSC. • Recipients are presented with an award/certificate during a City Council meeting.

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meeting immediately following the ACSC meeting during which they were approved for the award.
• Recipients are acknowledged at the City Picnic, and/or additional City Events. • Recipients are acknowledged on the City’s social media.

Distinguished Citizen
Qualifications:

1. Candidates must be or have been a resident of La Quinta for a minimum of one (1) year.

2. Candidates must have contributed to the community of La Quinta and/or Coachella Valley through their acts of service or involvement with community organizations, athletics, or the local art scene. Examples may include:
• Volunteering or involvement with nonprofits, charities, schools, animal shelters, food banks, senior centers, etc.
• Coaches, referees, professional/collegiate athletes, involvement with youth sports organizations, etc.
• Painters, sculptors, performing artists, musicians, writers, etc.

Recognition Process:
• Nominations are accepted year-round.
• Nominees are vetted by City staff, recommended by ACSC, and approved by City Council.
• Recipients are presented with an award/plaque during a City Council meeting. • Recipients are acknowledged at the City Picnic, and/or additional City Events. • Recipients are acknowledged on the City’s social media. • Recipient names are engraved on the Distinguished Citizen/Artists & Athletes monument in Civic Center Campus
Recognition Timeframe (subject to change):
• June – Nominees reviewed by ACSC
• July – Nominees approved/denied by City Council
• September – Pillars of the Community Ceremony
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Community Service Award
Qualifications:

1. Candidates must be a current resident of La Quinta for a minimum of one (1) year.

2. Candidates must have demonstrated acts of kindness or service to the community of La Quinta through their time, actions, talents, or dedication. Examples may include:
• Leadership
• Social Responsibility
• Mentorship
• Positive Change
• Selfless Service to the Community

3. Candidates should serve as a role model for compassion and strive to make the community of La Quinta a better place.

Recognition Process:
• Nominations are accepted year-round.
• Nominees are vetted by City staff and approved by ACSC. • Recipients are presented with a certificate during a City Council meeting. • Recipients are acknowledged at the City Picnic, and/or additional City Events. • Recipients are acknowledged on the City’s social media. 416 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda

PILLAR OF THE

COMMUNITY

NOMINATION FORM
What is a Pillar?
The Pillar of the Community award is a
prestigious recognition given to
individuals who have made exceptional
and sustained contributions to the
well-being and betterment of their
community. The award recognizes the
“Gems“ of the desert who have made
significant contributions to the
beautiful City of La Quinta.

Award Qualifications:

1. Candidates must be or have been a
resident of La Quinta for a minimum of
(3) three years.

2. Candidates must have dedicated a
minimum of (3) three years of service
to the community of La Quinta in one or
more of the following areas:
• Community Engagement &
Leadership - Taking part and/or
leading efforts to improve the local
community and address community
issues.
• Public Service -
Employment or involvement in public
service fields.
• Volunteer Efforts & Philanthropy -
Donation of time or services to local
organizations.
78495 Calle Tampico | La Quinta, CA 92253
For Questions please contact:

Michael Calderon
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 760.777.7014
ATTACHMENT 2
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Name:

Address:

Email:

Phone:

Years of La Quinta residency:

Years of service to the Community of La Quinta:

Name:

Email:

Phone:

Candidate Information:

Nominating Party:

Questions:

1. How has the candidate contributed
significantly to the community of La Quinta in
one or more of the following areas: volunteer
efforts and philanthropy, community
engagement and leadership, public service?

2. List any La Quinta organizations that the
candidate is directly involved with. How long
has the candidate been associated with these
organizations and how has their involvement
benefited the community?

3. The Pillar of the Community is La Quinta’s
highest honor for recognizing individuals who
have gone above and beyond to serve the
community. Explain in detail why the candidate
is deserving of the Pillar of the Community
Award, highlighting the specific impacts they
have made for the betterment of La Quinta.

Please answer the questions on the next
page and feel free to attach additional
sheets if necessary.
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1. Candidates must be five (5) to eighteen (18) years of age.

2. Candidates must be or have been a La Quinta resident or attended a La Quinta school (public, private, or
homeschool) for a minimum of one (1) year.

3. Candidates must have contributed significantly to the community of La Quinta. Examples may include:

Academic Achievement – Accomplishments
attained in an academic setting include outstanding
test scores, research outcomes, scholarships,
academic honors, and/or continued education.

Acts of Kindness or Service – Helping others,
organizing fundraisers, planting trees, leading a
community clean-up event, and/or any other acts of
selfless service that positively impact the
community.

Artistic Achievement – Accomplishments in the field
of visual, literary, or performing arts including
awards, scholarships, productions, and overall
achievements in the arts.

Athletic Achievement – Accomplishments in the
field of sports including outstanding athletic
performance (team or individual), scholarships,
and/or tournament/championship game
performances.

Community Engagement & Leadership – Taking part
and/or leading efforts to improve the local
community and address community issues.

Volunteer Efforts – Donation of time or services to
local organizations including nonprofits, charities,
schools, animal shelters, senior centers, sports
leagues, churches, and/or youth organizations.

NOMINATION FORM
Junior Inspiration and
Youth Achievement
The Junior Inspiration and Youth
Achievement award seeks to recognize
outstanding La Quinta students who have
emerged as leaders to their peers
through their scholastic, athletic, and/or
artistic achievements and community
engagement. The award showcases the
positive impacts La Quinta youth are
making on their community and their
ability to inspire future generations to
play an active role in making a difference
for others. Recipients of the award are
selected by the Arts and Community
Services Commission and recognized
during a City Council meeting.

Award Qualifications:

JUNIOR INSPIRATION/YOUTH

ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
78495 Calle Tampico | La Quinta, CA 92253
For Questions please contact:

Michael Calderon
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 760.777.7014
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Name:

Parent / Legal Guardian Signature:

Address:

Email:

Phone:

Years of La Quinta residency:

Years of service to the Community of La Quinta:

Name:

Relationship to Candidate:

Email:

Phone:

Candidate Information:

Nominating Party:

Questions:

1. How has the candidate contributed to the
community of La Quinta in one or more of the
following areas: volunteer efforts, community
engagement and leadership, academic
achievement, athletic achievement, artistic
achievement, acts of kindness/service? be
specific.

2. How has the candidate demonstrated that
they are a leader and positive role model for
their peers?

3. List specific achievements the candidate has
earned and describe how these achievements
serve as inspiration to local youth.

Please answer the questions on the next
page and feel free to attach additional
sheets if necessary.
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Candidates must be or have been a
resident of La Quinta for a minimum of
one (1) year.

1. Candidates must have contributed to
the community of La Quinta and/or
Coachella Valley through their acts of
service or involvement with
community organizations, athletics, or
the local art scene. Examples may
include:

2. Volunteering or involvement with
nonprofits, charities, schools, animal
shelters, food banks, senior centers,
etc.

Coaches, referees,
professional/collegiate athletes,
involvement with youth sports
organizations, etc.

Painters, sculptors, performing
artists, musicians, writers, etc.

NOMINATION FORM
Distinguished Citizen
La Quinta’s Distinguished Citizens are
special individuals who have distinguished
themselves as community leaders through
their volunteer efforts, involvement with
local organizations, athletic achievements,
and/or achievements in the arts.

Recipients of the Distinguished Citizen
Award are recognized by the City during a
City Council meeting and their names are
permanently engraved on the
Distinguished Citizens Acknowledgement
Monument in Civic Center Park.

Award Qualifications:

DISTINGUISHED

CITIZEN
For Questions please contact:

Michael Calderon
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 760.777.7014
78495 Calle Tampico | La Quinta, CA 92253
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Name:

Address:

Email:

Phone:

Years of La Quinta residency:

Years of service to the Community of La Quinta:

Name:

Email:

Phone:

Candidate Information:

Nominating Party:

Questions:

1. How has the candidate contributed to the
community of La Quinta or Coachella Valley
through their acts of service or involvement
with community organizations, athletics, or
arts community?

2. List any La Quinta/Coachella Valley
organizations (nonprofits, schools, senior
centers, youth sports, etc.) that the candidate is
directly involved with and describe their role
within the organization(s).

3. Is there any additional information about the
candidate that should be considered?
Please answer the questions on the next
page and feel free to attach additional
sheets if necessary.
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1. Candidates must be a current resident of
La Quinta for a minimum of one (1) year.

2. Candidates must have demonstrated
acts of kindness or service to the
community of La Quinta through their time,
actions, talents, or dedication. Examples
may include:

Leadership
Social Responsibility
Mentorship
Positive Change
Selfless Service to the Community

3. Candidates should serve as a role model
for compassion and strive to make the
community of La Quinta a better place.

NOMINATION FORM
Community Service Award
Recipients of the Community Service
Award have demonstrated leadership
and positive change through their acts
of kindness and selfless service to the
community. By recognizing these
exceptional individuals, the City hopes
to inspire local citizens to continue
doing their part to improve the lives of
La Quinta residents and visitors.

Recipients of the award are selected
by the Arts and Community Services
Commission and recognized during
a City Council meeting.

Award Qualifications:

COMMUNITY

SERVICE AWARD
78495 Calle Tampico | La Quinta, CA 92253
For Questions please contact:

Michael Calderon
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 760.777.7014
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Name:

Address:

Email:

Phone:

Years of La Quinta residency:

Years of service to the Community of La Quinta:

Name:

Email:

Phone:

Candidate Information:

Nominating Party:

Questions:

1. Describe in detail how the candidate has
demonstrated acts of kindness or service to
the Community of La Quinta through their
time, actions, talents, and/or dedication (i.e.
leadership, social responsibility, mentorship,
positive change, selfless service).

2. How has the candidate served as a role model
and/or demonstrated a commitment to making
La Quinta a better place?

3. List any notable incidents or actions the
candidate displayed to be considered for the
Community Service Award.

Please answer the questions on the next
page and feel free to attach additional
sheets if necessary.
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: June 18, 2024

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: INTRODUCE FOR FIRST READING AN ORDINANCE ADDING CHAPTER 11.82 TO TITLE 11 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE

ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS PROHIBITING THE UNLAWFUL POSSESSION

OF CATALYTIC CONVERTER(S)

RECOMMENDATION
A) Move to take up Ordinance No. ___ by title and number only and waive further reading.

B) Move to introduce at first reading Ordinance No. ___ adding Chapter 11.82 to Title 11 of the La Quinta Municipal Code establishing regulations prohibiting the unlawful possession of catalytic converter(s).

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• Catalytic converter thefts from automobiles over the past several years have been on the rise due to, among other reasons, the ease of theft, profitability, and legislation that may hamper prosecution.
• Currently, the City does not have its own catalytic converter regulations. • County of Riverside and the Cities of Palm Desert, Indian Wells, Palm Springs, and Cathedral City have recently adopted regulations prohibiting the illegal possession of catalytic converters.

FISCAL IMPACT – None.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
A catalytic converter is an exhaust emissions control device located between the exhaust manifold and the muffler of an automobile. The purpose of a catalytic converter is to convert most of a vehicle’s emissions into less harmful byproducts, which ultimately improves both air quality and vehicle performance. As part of their construction, catalytic converters contain valuable materials such as platinum, palladium, and rhodium, some of which are valued at several thousand dollars per ounce on the recyclables market.

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Catalytic converter thefts have become a statewide problem causing many municipalities to adopt regulations to combat these thefts. Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise due to the ease and undetectable nature of committing these thefts, and ability to recycle catalytic converters at scrap yards for $200 to $1,200 per stolen unit.

There were 51 catalytic converter thefts in La Quinta in 2022, and 38 thefts in 2023, with the month of September spiking at 13 thefts. The financial burden on the residents of La Quinta was approximately $133,000 in loss for both years.

State legislation has been enacted to address catalytic converter thefts, with a recent law, Assembly Bill 641 (Stats. 2023, Ch. 537, Fong (AB 641)) intended to combat catalytic converter thefts and unlicensed dismantling. AB 641 makes it unlawful to possess six or more catalytic converters before enforcement can be initiated. Recognizing the scope of the problem and the lack of effective state legislation, Riverside County adopted Ordinance No. 987 making it a crime to illegally possess a single catalytic converter without proof of ownership. Also, the Cities of Palm Desert, Indian Wells, Palm Springs, and Cathedral City have recently adopted regulations prohibiting the illegal possession of catalytic converters.

By criminalizing the possession of an unattached catalytic converter without proof of ownership or lawful possession, the proposed Ordinance would combat thefts and increase deterrence by establishing zero-tolerance through:
• Establishing criminal penalties for the possession of stolen catalytic converters. • Prohibiting the falsification of information in documents and records used to verify ownership or lawful possession of a catalytic converter. • Preventing criminals from profiting from the sale and recycling of stolen catalytic converters.
• Providing indirect justice to the victims of catalytic converter theft cases that have gone unsolved.
• Minimizing the fiscal and personnel impact on the Riverside County Sheriff's Department by reducing the time invested in deterring and investigating catalytic converter thefts.

The proposed Ordinance would require “documentation” or “proof” to verify lawful possession of catalytic converters, which may include the following:
• Bill of sale from the original owner with the signature of the vehicle owner authorizing the removal of the catalytic converter, as well as the name, address, and telephone number of the vehicle owner.
• Documentation from an auto-body shop or similar business proving that the owner relinquished the catalytic converter to the auto-body shop or similar business. • Verifiable electronic communication from the previous owner to the possessor relinquishing ownership of the catalytic converter.
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• Photographs of the vehicle from which the catalytic converter originated, clearly showing the license plate number and vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car from which the catalytic converter was removed.

The proposed Ordinance, if adopted, would make it unlawful to falsify or cause to be falsified any information in any documentation or other proof intended to show valid proof of ownership or possession of a catalytic converter.

ALTERNATIVES
Council may introduce the proposed Ordinance as submitted, or revise the proposed regulations and introduce the Ordinance as revised.

Prepared by: Lisa Chastain, Management Analyst, Public Safety Approved by: Martha Mendez, Public Safety Deputy Director Attachment: 1. Riverside County Sheriff’s Support Letter, dated May 7, 2024 427 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
ORDINANCE NO. XXX

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 11.82 TO
TITLE 11 OF THE LA QUINTA MUNICIPAL CODE,

ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS PROHIBITING THE

UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A CATALYTIC

CONVERTER(S)
WHEREAS, La Quinta citizens have experienced rising catalytic converter thefts from automobiles over the past several years. In 2022, there were 51 catalytic converter thefts in La Quinta, 38 thefts in 2023, with the month of September spiking at 13 thefts.

The financial burden on the residents of La Quinta was approximately $133,000 in loss for both years; and
WHEREAS, currently, the City of La Quinta (“City”) does not have applicable regulation under the La Quinta Municipal Code to define and punish catalytic converter thefts absent an identifiable victim; and
WHEREAS, currently, there is no City, State, or Federal legislation applicable within the City of La Quinta requiring individuals discovered to be in possession of detached catalytic converters to provide proof to law enforcement as to how they obtained catalytic converters, thus limiting law enforcement’s ability to: (1) protect the public by preventing catalytic converter thefts; and (2) seize suspected stolen catalytic converters when no victim is present; and
WHEREAS, the California legislature has enacted, and the Governor of California has signed into law, Senate Bill 1087 [Stats. 2022, Ch. 514, SB 1087, Gonzalez] (SB 1087) and Assembly Bill 1740 [Stats. 2022, Ch. 513, AB 1740, Muratsuchi] (AB 1740), which generally prohibit: (1) individuals from purchasing a used catalytic converter from anyone other than certain specified sellers, including automobile dismantlers, automotive repair dealers, or an individual possessing documentation, as specified, that they are the lawful owner of the catalytic converter; and (2) requires core recyclers to keep a detailed written record, including the year, make, and model of the car from which a catalytic converter was removed, as well as a copy of the vehicle’s title, prior to purchasing a catalytic converter from a seller; and
WHEREAS, the California legislature has not expressed its intent, whether explicitly or impliedly, to occupy the field of catalytic converter theft legislation; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Article XI, Section 5 of the California Constitution, the City, as a charter city, has broad discretionary power to make and enforce within its limits all ordinances and regulations in respect to municipal affairs; and WHEREAS, catalytic converter thefts have been on the rise for multiple reasons including, but not limited to:
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Ordinance No. XXX
Adding Chapter X.XX Catalytic Converter(s) to Title 11 of the La Quinta Municipal Code Adopted: July ___, 2024

(1) the ease and undetectable nature of committing such thefts, potentially in a matter of seconds and through the use of common tools such as a reciprocating saw;
(2) the ability to recycle catalytic converters at scrap metal yards for high dollar returns ranging from $200 to $1,200 per catalytic converter; (3) legislation that may hamper prosecution of catalytic converter theft unless a victim can be identified; and
WHEREAS, preventing these crimes at present is difficult due to the ease and speed with which catalytic converter thefts can be committed and the difficulty of tracing a particular catalytic converter back to its prior owner because catalytic converters typically have no identifying markers; and
WHEREAS, the City of La Quinta seeks to adopt legislation criminalizing the possession of catalytic converters absent proof of ownership or lawful possession, for multiple reasons including, but not limited to, the following:
(1) achieving deterrence by establishing zero-tolerance for catalytic converter thefts; (2) establishing sanctions for possessing stolen catalytic converters; (3) preventing criminals from profiting from the sale and recycling of stolen catalytic converters;
(4) providing indirect justice to the victims of catalytic converter theft cases that have gone or will go unsolved for the reasons noted above;
(5) minimizing the fiscal and personnel impact to the City by reducing the time invested in deterring and investigating catalytic converter thefts; and WHEREAS, individuals who are in possession of stolen catalytic converters recycle them for substantial profit while victims of these thefts suffer from potentially costly repairs and inconvenience, as well as from the secondary effects from a perception of a lack of safety or security for their personal property (automobiles and vehicles); and WHEREAS, the City desires to regulate the possession of detached catalytic converters within its jurisdiction in order to better protect its citizens, their property, and their community; and
WHEREAS, regulating possession of detached catalytic converters neither contradicts nor duplicates the statutes adopted by the California legislature on the topic of catalytic converters; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance is necessary to provide the City and all law enforcement personnel, including the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, legal authority to better protect the public and deter the criminal activity relating to catalytic converter thefts; and
WHEREAS, all other legal prerequisites to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.
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Ordinance No. XXX
Adding Chapter X.XX Catalytic Converter(s) to Title 11 of the La Quinta Municipal Code Adopted: July ___, 2024

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of La Quinta does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. ADOPTION: Chapter 11.82 is hereby approved and adopted by the City Council and shall be added to Title 11 of the La Quinta Municipal Code as written in “Exhibit A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. RECITALS: The Recitals set forth above are incorporated herein and made an operative part of this Ordinance.

SECTION 3. CEQA: The City Council finds that adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code section 21000 et seq. (“CEQA”) and implementing regulations, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15000 et seq. (“CEQA Guidelines”), as it is not a “Project” as defined by CEQA. (CEQA Guidelines, § 15060(c)(3).) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(a), a “Project” means the whole of an action, which has a potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. The requested action is to amend the La Quinta Municipal Code to create a new criminal offense and is exempt from CEQA under the “common sense” exemption (CEQA Guidelines, § 15061(b)(3)), as it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment. The requested action is further exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(2), as it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.

SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.

SECTION 5. POSTING: The City Clerk shall, within 15 days after passage of this Ordinance, cause it to be posted in at least three public places designated by resolution of the City Council (Resolution No. 2022-027), shall certify to the adoption and posting of this Ordinance, and shall cause this Ordinance and its certification, together with proof of posting to be entered into the permanent record of Ordinances of the City of La Quinta.

SECTION 6. CORRECTIVE AMENDMENTS: The City Council does hereby grant the City Clerk the ability to make minor amendments and corrections of typographical or clerical errors to “Exhibit A” to ensure consistency of all approved text amendments prior to the publication in the La Quinta Municipal Code.

SECTION 7. SEVERABILITY: If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each and every section, 430 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
Ordinance No. XXX
Adding Chapter X.XX Catalytic Converter(s) to Title 11 of the La Quinta Municipal Code Adopted: July ___, 2024

subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more section, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared unconstitutional.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED, at a regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council held this _____ day of July 2024, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________
LINDA EVANS, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
_________________________
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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Ordinance No. XXX
Adding Chapter X.XX Catalytic Converter(s) to Title 11 of the La Quinta Municipal Code Adopted: July ___, 2024

EXHIBIT A
CHAPTER 11.82 CATALYTIC CONVERTER(S)

11.82.010 Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to regulate the possession of detached catalytic converters absent proof of ownership or lawful possession, to assist in deterring future thefts, establish sanctions for possession stolen catalytic converters, and minimize the fiscal and personal impact on the City of La Quinta and law enforcement personnel, including the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, by reduction of the time invested in deterring and investigating catalytic converter thefts.

11.82.020 Definitions.

For the purposes of this chapter, the following meanings shall apply:

A. “Lawful possession” includes (1) being the lawful owner of the catalytic converter or (2) in possession of the catalytic converter with the lawful owner’s written consent. It is not required to prove the catalytic converter was stolen to establish the possession is not a “lawful possession.”
B. “Documentation” or “proof” means written documentation(s) that clearly identify the vehicle from which the catalytic converter originated based on the totality of the circumstances and includes, but is not limited to, the following types of documents:
1) Bill of sale from the original owner with the signature of the vehicle owner authorizing removal of the catalytic converter, as well as the name, address, and telephone of the vehicle owner,
2) Documentation from an auto-body shop or similar business proving that the owner relinquished the catalytic converter to the auto-body shop or similar business.
3) Verifiable electronic communication from the previous owner to the possessor, relinquishing ownership of the catalytic converter. 4) Photographs of the vehicle from which the catalytic converter originated clearly showing the license plate number and vehicle identification number (VIN) of the car from which the catalytic converter was removed. 432 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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Adding Chapter X.XX Catalytic Converter(s) to Title 11 of the La Quinta Municipal Code Adopted: July ___, 2024

11.82.030 Unlawful possession of a catalytic converter prohibited.

A. It shall be unlawful to possess any catalytic converter that is not attached to a vehicle, unless the possessor has valid documentation or proof to verify that they are in lawful possession of the catalytic converter.

B. It is unlawful for any person to falsify or cause to be falsified any information, documentation or other proof intended to show valid proof of ownership or possession of a catalytic converter.

11.82.040 Violations – Misdemeanor
A. Each and every violation of this section shall constitute a separate violation and shall be subject to all remedies and enforcement measures authorized by the La Quinta Municipal Code. Each and every catalytic converter unlawfully possessed is a separate violation of this section.

B. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction punished by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months, or both.

C. The remedies provided herein are not to be construed as exclusive remedies. The City is authorized to pursue any proceeding or remedies provided by the law. 433 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
Ordinance No. XXX
Adding Chapter X.XX Catalytic Converter(s) to Title 11 of the La Quinta Municipal Code Adopted: July ___, 2024

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.

CITY OF LA QUINTA )
I, MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk of the City of La Quinta, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a full, true, and correct copy of Ordinance No. (enter number) which was introduced at a regular meeting on the ____ day of June, 2024, and was adopted at a regular meeting held on the ___ day of July, 2024, not being less than 5 days after the date of introduction thereof.

I further certify that the foregoing Ordinance was posted in three places within the City of La Quinta as specified in the Rules of Procedure adopted by City Council Resolution No. 2022-027.
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MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California

DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk of the City of La Quinta, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing ordinance was posted on the day of July, 2024, pursuant to Council Resolution.
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MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: June 18, 2024

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 BUDGET AND ESTABLISH THE CITY’S APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Budget and establish the City’s appropriations limit.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
 The 2024/25 Proposed Budget consists of the City, Housing Authority, Financing Authority, and Capital Improvement budgets and incorporates Council direction provided during study sessions.
 At the June 5, 2024 meeting, the Financial Advisory Commission (FAC) approved the use of additional Measure G reserves funding in the amount of $4 million for FY 2024/25 capital improvement projects.
 The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a five-year program that identifies the scope, budget, and schedule for capital projects encompassing street, park, facility, and infrastructure projects; only year one is funded with this action ($28,118,109).
 The Financial Advisory Commission and Housing Authority Commission have unanimously approved the recommended budget (Attachment 1).

FISCAL IMPACT
The Proposed Budget anticipates total revenues of $136,752,447 and total expenditures of $141,391,783 for all funds operated by the City. Funds with expenses greater than revenues are utilizing fund balance. A summary of revenues and expenses by fund is in Attachment 1, Exhibit C.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
Attachment 1 provides a narrative of the 2024/25 Proposed Budget and includes the following exhibits:

A – General Fund Revenues and Expenditures by Department/Division B – Measure G Revenues and Expenditures Summary
BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 4
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C – Summary of Revenues and Expenditures by Fund for 2024/25 D – Fiscal Year 2024/25 CIP Summary
E – Appropriations Limitation Calculation (Gann Limit)
F – Fiscal Year 2024/25 Personnel Schedule

ALTERNATIVES
Council may further adjust the various appropriations included in the recommended 2024/25 Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets.

Prepared by: Claudia Martinez, Finance Director/City Treasurer Approved by: Jon McMillen, City Manager
Attachment: 1. 2024/25 Proposed Budget Overview
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - XXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE
CITY’S APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR
2024/25 AND APPROVING A BUDGET FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2024/25
WHEREAS, each year the La Quinta City Council adopts a budget for Revenues and Expenditures for the upcoming Fiscal Year; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to make provisions for a level of services commensurate with the needs of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed said budget and capital improvement program and has had several public meetings to receive public input; and WHEREAS, the City Council has, after due deliberation and consideration, made such amendments in the proposed budget and capital improvement program as it considers desirable; and
WHEREAS, Section 7910 of the Government Code of the State of California provides that each year the governing body of each local jurisdiction shall, by resolution, establish its appropriations limit for the following fiscal year; and WHEREAS, Section 7902(b) of the Government Code sets forth the method for determining the said appropriations limit, to be based upon the limit applicable for the prior fiscal year and adjusted for changes in the cost-of-living and in City population.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of La Quinta to adopt, as follows:

SECTION 1. The appropriations limit for the City of La Quinta established in accordance with Section 7902(b) of the California Government Code, for Fiscal Year 2024/25 is $179,170,357.

SECTION 2. It is hereby found and determined that in compliance with Government Code Section 7910, the documentation used in the determination of said appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2024/25 was available to the public in the Finance Department of the City and in the Office of the City Clerk at least fifteen days prior to this date.

SECTION 3. The Fiscal Year 2024/25 budget and capital improvement program which is on file with the City Clerk is hereby approved. 439 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
Resolution No. 2024 – XXX
Budget Approval FY 2024/25
Adopted: June 18, 2024

SECTION 4. Continuing Appropriations which remain unspent and were authorized by Council in Fiscal Year 2023/24 are approved in the Fiscal Year 2024/25 budget in an amount not to exceed $4,450,000 (Exhibit A).

SECTION 5. Budget adjustment procedures are approved as follows:

A. Additional appropriations and the transfer of cash or unappropriated fund balance from one fund to another shall be made only upon City Council approval.

B. Transfers of budgeted appropriations between funds or capital projects shall be made only upon City Council approval.

C. Transfers of budgeted appropriations between accounts within a department or capital project may be made with the approval of the City Manager or his designee.

D. Prior year budget continuing Appropriations and Encumbrances for unexpended capital project and grant appropriations remaining from uncompleted prior year capital projects and grant programs shall be made with City Manager approval. These carry-over appropriations are for prior year Council approved capital projects and shall not exceed the approved project budget.

SECTION 6. The City Council, recognizing the need for maintaining Fund Balance reserves has established a Reserve Policy. These funds cannot be appropriated without the explicit approval of the City Council. Exhibit B General Fund Reserves Overview shows estimated amounts, final amounts will be published in the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report “ACFR.” SECTION 7. The City Manager shall render a monthly report to the City Council on the status of City operations as it relates to the approved budget and any amendments thereto.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council held on this 18th day of June 2024, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
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Resolution No. 2024 – XXX
Budget Approval FY 2024/25
Adopted: June 18, 2024

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LINDA EVANS, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
_________________________
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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Description/Program Account Number Account Name Estimated Marketing efforts to attract group business to hotels 101-1007-60536 TOT Resort Rebate Program $ 350,000 Fire ladder truck purchase 101-2002-80101 Machinery & Equipment $ 400,000 Sidewalk repair 101-7003-60103 Professional Services $ 150,000 $ 900,000
Emergency road repair 201-7003-72111 Road Improvements $ 500,000 Heavy machinery/equipment purchase 201-7003-80100 Machinery & Equipment $ 450,000 Painting exterior of Library 202-3004-72110 Building Improvements $ 150,000 Median upgrades 215-7004-60431 Materials/Supplies $ 400,000 Tree maintenance 215-7004-60673 Tree Maintenance/Palm Trees $ 400,000 Dune Palms Mobile Estates improvements 241-9104-72110 Building/Site Improvements $ 500,000 Vehicle upgrades 501-0000-60675 Parts, Accessories and Uplifts $ 130,000 Painiting/repairs 501-0000-71103 City Bldg Repl/Repair $ 175,000 Heavy machinery/equipment purchase 501-0000-80100 Machinery & Equipment $ 145,000 Park supplies and upgrades 503-0000-71060 Parks $ 700,000 $ 3,550,000
$ 4,450,000

ESTIMATED
General Fund (101) $ 900,000
Gas Tax Fund (201) $ 950,000
Library and Museum Fund (202) $ 150,000
Lighting & Landscape Fund (215) $ 800,000
Housing Authority Fund (241) $ 500,000
Facility & Fleet Replacement Fund (501) $ 450,000
Park Equipment & Facility Fund (503) $ 700,000
TOTAL CARRYOVERS BY FUND $ 4,450,000
Continuing Appropriations/Carryovers from 2023/24 to 2024/25

GENERAL FUND CARRYOVERS

SPECIAL FUNDS CARRYOVERS

TOTAL CARRYOVERS FOR ALL FUNDS
NOTE: In June 2024 when the budget is adopted, all carryovers are estimates based on projected invoices to end fiscal year 2023/24. Upon completion of the final audit, Finance verifies account balances and makes additional carryover recommendations based on current budgetary needs.

CARRYOVER TOTALS BY FUND
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EXHIBIT A
FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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ESTIMATED COMMITTED & UNASSIGNED

FUND BALANCE

ESTIMATED AT
6-30-2024

LOAN PAYMENT

TO GENERAL

FUND FROM

SUCCESSOR
AGENCY

OPERATING

SURPLUS
/(SHORTFALL)
ESTIMATED AT 6-
30-2025
NATURAL DISASTER 15,000,000 $ 15,000,000 $
ECONOMIC DISASTER 13,000,000 $ 13,000,000 $
CASH FLOW 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $
CAPITAL REPLACEMENT 12,000,000 $ 12,000,000 $
UNAPPROPRIATED $ 2,804,654 49,000,000 $ $ 3,382,635 $ 55,187,289 TOTAL ESTIMATED RESERVES 94,000,000 $ 2,804,654 $ $ 3,382,635 $ 100,187,289

SUMMARY
RESERVES 6/30/24 94,000,000 $
NET CHANGE 6,187,289 $
RESERVES 6/30/24 $ 100,187,289

CALCULATION FOR FORMER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY LOAN REPAYMENT FY 2024/25 Approved Repayment
Fund Total Repayment Distribution % Distribution $
General Fund 3,505,817 $ x 80% = 2,804,654
Housing Fund 3,505,817 $ x 20% = 701,163
$ 3,505,817

ESTIMATED ASSIGNED

FUND BALANCE

ESTIMATED AT
6-30-2024 ADDITIONS DELETIONS

ESTIMATED AT
6-30-2025
SALES TAX (MEASURE G) $ - 33,700,000 $ $ (4,000,000) $ 29,700,000 PUBLIC SAFETY FIRE SERVICE TRUST $ 14,800,000 $ - $ - $ 14,800,000

CARRYOVERS AND CAPITAL PROJECTS
(GENERAL FUND ONLY) $ - 25,950,000 $ $ - $ 25,950,000
PENSION TRUST FUND $ 5,400,000 $ 200,000 $ - $ 5,600,000

OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
TRUST FUND $ 2,000,000 $ 40,000 $ - $ 2,040,000
TOTAL ASSIGNED RESERVES $ 81,850,000 $ 240,000 $ (4,000,000) $ 78,090,000

CITY OF LA QUINTA

GENERAL FUND RESERVES OVERVIEW
Based on Proposed Budget for 2024/25
ESTIMATED FOR 6-30-2025
Net change, $6,187,289
CITY OF LA QUINTA RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XXX

EXHIBIT B
FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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ATTACHMENT 1
2024/25 PROPOSED BUDGET SUMMARY
The General Fund is the primary operating fund of the City and provides funding for police, fire protection, community programs, parks, public buildings, and administrative operations. The proposed budget has a projected surplus of $3,382,635, a summary of revenues by category and expenses by department is in Exhibit A. Upon adoption, Finance will prepare the final budget document which will be available to the public on the City’s website.

The City’s proposed FY 2024/25 budget represents a continuation of significant investments in addressing the needs of the community such as public safety, road improvements, and city parks and facilities. The City’s strategic approach of implementing cost containment measures during the pandemic followed by strong economic recovery led to a healthy financial standing. This approach led to the City increasing reserve levels, investing in aging City infrastructure, and paying down increasing pension costs. To continue delivering outstanding services to our residents, businesses and visitors, the City has developed a conservative budget that compliments the City’s strong fiscal foundation. As the City faces new challenges ahead, such as increasing costs outpacing revenue growth and a volatile economy, strategic planning will be vital in ensuring the City’s continued long-term financial stability.

The 2024/25 proposed budget was presented at various public meetings held between April and June. Since the June 4, 2024, study session, the following items have been incorporated into the 2024/25 budget.
 Due to the utilization of Measure G reserves in the amount of $4 million, the City’s updated budget surplus reflects the use of Measure G over the General Fund for capital improvement projects as recommended by the Financial Advisory Commission (FAC). This allocation resulted in a General Fund budget surplus of $3,382,635 to be used for upcoming projects and will allow for flexibility of programs for the upcoming fiscal year.
 In addition, an increase of $665,000 to account for an additional capital improvement project and to continue the City’s efforts of staff development and Revenues $ 82,714,300
Less Operating/CIP Expenses (83,331,665)
Preliminary Budget Deficit (617,365)
Use of Measure G Reserves 4,000,000
BUDGET SURPLUS 3,382,635 $

GENERAL FUND
FY 2024/25 PROPOSED BUDGET

SUMMARY
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succession planning, managing PERS increases, responding to labor market adjustments, and to address staffing needs

MEASURE G SUMMARY
The Financial Advisory Commission was presented the Operating and Capital Improvement budgets and unanimously approved the budgetary uses of Measure G funds which is summarized below, including the utilization of Measure G reserves of $4 million for additional capital improvement projects. A historical summary is provided in Exhibit B.

OTHER FUNDS
The City operates 33 Special Revenue Funds, 4 Internal Service Funds, 2 Enterprise Funds and 3 Trust Funds. These funds are legally required to be held separately from the General Fund and are restricted for road repairs, recycling programs, art in public places, police programs, housing programs, bond requirements, golf course operations, internally administered services, and retiree benefits. A summary of revenue and expenses for all Funds is located in Exhibit C.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP)
The Capital Improvement Program budget reflects the five-year plan adopted by Council and a summary of funded projects is located in Exhibit D. 2024/25 APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT CALCULATION
Annually, the City is required to prepare an Appropriations Limit Calculation (Gann Limit) in accordance with Article XIIIB of the State Constitution. The Gann initiative limits the growth in government spending to changes in population and inflation. The Gann Limit for 2024/25 is $179,170,357. This means that the City must not spend revenues in excess of this limitation. City revenues subject to the Gann Limit are $78,469,200; therefore, the City is significantly below the limit by a margin of $100,701,157 (Exhibit E). 2024/25 PERSONNEL SCHEDULE
Exhibit F summarizes the citywide personnel schedule for 2024/25 and includes 100 fulltime and 6.79 part-time positions.

Measure G Sales Tax Revenue 15,500,000 $
Police Services (7,300,000)
Capital Improvements (12,200,000)
Available for Appropriation $ (4,000,000)

MEASURE G SALES TAX SUMMARY
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2024/25 BUDGET RESOLUTION
The list of estimated continuing appropriations/carryovers (Exhibit A to the Budget Resolution) reflects City commitments to projects, services or purchases that were made in 2023/24 but will not be completed, fulfilled, or paid for by the end of the fiscal year. The continuing appropriations total is $4,450,000; of this amount $900,000 are General Fund carryovers and $3,550,000 are Special Funds. These unexpended funds remain available, but Council approval is needed to re-appropriate them for use in 2024/25 (since all appropriations lapse at the end of the fiscal year). Capital project and grant carryovers are not included as they are part of the year-end auditing process and will be included in the 2023/24 year-end budget report.

Exhibit B to the Budget Resolution depicts total General Fund reserves currently estimated to end 2023/24 at $94 million with a projected increase of $6.1 million to $100.1 million during fiscal year 2024/25. Project fund balances for Measure G sales tax, public safety fund, fire services trust fund, carryovers/capital projects, pension and other employee benefit trusts are also provided.

The FY 2024/25 budget was prepared to balance City Council and community priorities with a sustainable and sound financial plan. This fiscally conservative budget balances immediate priorities along with the need for long-term investments. With strong leadership and financial position, the City of La Quinta will be able to effectively manage challenges in the future. The City is committed to adopting a structurally balanced budget, any changes based on discussions during this meeting will be incorporated in the final adopted budget.
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ESTIMATED CURRENT RESOURCES:

REVENUES:

TAXES $ 63,270,000
LICENSES & PERMITS 2,386,500
INTERGOVERNMENTAL 11,253,000
CHARGES FOR SERVICES 1,028,700
FINES & ASSESSMENTS 341,000
OTHER/MISCELLANEOUS 4,435,100
TOTAL ESTIMATED CURRENT RESOURCES $ 82,714,300
ESTIMATED CURRENT REQUIREMENTS:

EXPENDITURES:

CITY COUNCIL $ 346,400
CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT 4,319,600
CITY MANAGER'S DIVISION 1,641,100
HUMAN RESOURCES 745,900
MARKETING/COMMUNITY RELATIONS 1,932,600
CITY ATTORNEY 800,000
CITY CLERK DEPARTMENT 1,406,570
COMMUNITY SERVICES 3,356,000
CS ADMINISTRATION 716,400
WELLNESS CENTER OPERATIONS 683,600
RECREATION PROGRAMS/SPECIAL EVENTS 1,956,000
PUBLIC SAFETY 32,306,640
POLICE 19,643,300
FIRE 10,572,110
CODE COMPLIANCE/ANIMAL CONTROL 1,821,340
PUBLIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION 269,890
PUBLIC WORKS 10,060,180
PARKS MAINTENANCE 4,538,300
PUBLIC BUILDINGS 1,875,750
PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION 835,797
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 539,383
STREETS- TRAFFIC 1,036,550
ENGINEERING SERVICES 1,234,400
DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT 4,697,175
D&D ADMINISTRATION 826,800
PLANNING 856,900
BUILDING 1,513,600
THE HUB 1,499,875
FISCAL SERVICES 26,039,100
FINANCE 2,103,500
CENTRAL SERVICES (Includes CIP) 23,935,600
TOTAL ESTIMATED CURRENT REQUIREMENTS $ 83,331,665
PRELIMINARY BUDGET DEFICIT $ (617,365)
USE OF MEASURE G SALES TAX RESERVES 4,000,000
BUDGET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) $ 3,382,635
FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET

CITY OF LA QUINTA

GENERAL FUND REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES BY DEPARTMENT/DIVISION

CITY OF LA QUINTA EXHIBIT A
FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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Fiscal Year (FY)

REVENUES
2016/17 Actual 1,462,650 $
2017/18 Actual 9,967,657
2018/19 Actual 10,958,118
2019/20 Actual 10,310,526
2020/21 Actual 12,594,389
2021/22 Actual 15,615,802
2022/23 Actual 16,088,087
2023/24 Budget (Current) 15,700,000
2024/25 Budget (Proposed) 15,500,000
TOTAL 108,197,229 $
Year Earned Project Description Operational Capital Reserves Total by Year 2016/17 Eisenhower Dr. Retention Basin 750,000
Washington St. Connector to Art & Music Line 712,650 - 1,462,650 2017/18 Public Safety Fund 300,000
North La Quinta Landscape Improvements 1,802,576
Citywide Drainage Enhancements 2,407,373
La Quinta Village Road Diet Project 1,972,158
X-Park Funding 147,350
Alongi Building Improvements 800,000
SilverRock Event Site 321,900
SilverRock Event Site 244,700
Alongi Building at SilverRock Event Site 160,000
SilverRock Event Site 290,000
SilverRock Event Site Retention Basin 10,000
SilverRock Event Site Retention Basin 427,250
Measure G Reserves 17/18 1,084,350 9,967,657
2018/19 Public Safety Fund 850,000
Public Safety Contract Services 2,100,000
Citywide Drainage Enhancements 194,730
North La Quinta Landscape Improvements 2,129,613
SilverRock Event Site 1,300,000
Measure G Reserves 18/19 4,383,775 10,958,118
2019/20 Public Safety Contract Services 2,750,000
Corporate Yard Administration/Crew Quarters 411,013
Highway 111 Corridor Improvements 1,000,000
North La Quinta Landscape Improvements 3,703,369
Village Art Plaza Promenade 310,000
Measure G Reserves 19/20 2,136,144 10,310,526
2020/21 Public Safety Contract Services 4,545,000
X-Park Landscaping 275,000
Highway 111 Corridor Improvements 250,000
Measure G Reserves 2020/21 7,524,389 12,594,389
2021/22 Public Safety Contract Services 5,163,000
Landscape Renovation Improvements 1,408,356
Highway 111 Corridor Improvements 1,000,000
Fritz Burns Park Improvements 350,000
Allocate Bridge Funding 7,468,061
Measure G Reserves 2021/22 226,385 15,615,802
2022/23 Public Safety Contract Services 5,100,000
Landscape Renovation Improvements 500,000
Sports Complex Lighting 300,000
Village Underground Utilities Feasibility 100,000
ADA Transition Plan Update 150,000
Village Parking Lot 500,000
Phase II Public Safety Camera System 1,797,000
Smart Infrastructure Feasibility 250,000
Highway 111 Corridor Improvements 1,000,000
Dune Palms Bridge Advance Funding Reimbursement (7,468,061) Measure G Reserves 2022/23 13,859,148 16,088,087
2023/24 Public Safety Contract Services 5,100,000
Highway 111 Corridor Improvements 1,000,000
Avenue 48 Art and Music Line 2,400,000
Fritz Burns Park Improvements 1,500,000
Highway 111 Event Site- Reprogrammed to Fritz Burns Park, see FY 24-25 - Washington St. Connector to Art & Music Line 1,200,000
Measure G Reserves 2023/24 4,500,000 15,700,000
2024/25 Public Safety Contract Services 7,300,000
Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 1,000,000
Maintenance & Operations Yard 900,000
Cultural Campus 1,000,000
Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation 3,050,000 Fritz Burns Park Improvements 5,000,000
Citywide Dog Park Improvements 500,000
Welcome Center Improvements 750,000
Measure G Reserves 2024/25 - (4,000,000) 15,500,000
TOTAL 33,208,000 $ $ 45,275,038 $ 29,714,191 $ 108,197,229 31% 42% 27%

MEASURE G REVENUES AND USES SUMMARY

MEASURE G USES

CITY OF LA QUINTA EXHIBIT B
FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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FUND
# FUND NAME
TOTAL

REVENUES
TOTAL

EXPENSES

SURPLUS /
(DEFICIT)
101 GENERAL FUND 82,714,300 83,331,665 (617,365)
105 DISASTER RECOVERY FUND 30,000 - 30,000
201 GAS TAX FUND 2,589,000 3,443,100 (854,100)
202 LIBRARY & MUSEUM FUND 3,143,000 2,555,615 587,385
203 PUBLIC SAFETY FUND 5,000 - 5,000
210 FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FUND (CDBG) 190,000 198,500 (8,500) 212 SLESF (COPS) 103,000 100,000 3,000
215 LIGHTING & LANDSCAPING FUND 4,000,500 3,957,700 42,800 220 QUIMBY FUND - - -
221 AB 939 - CALRECYCLE 80,000 200,000 (120,000)
223 MEASURE A FUND 2,025,000 2,335,000 (310,000)
225 INFRASTRUCTURE FUND 1,000 - 1,000
226 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE FUND 13,000 12,000 1,000 227 STATE HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM 5,500 5,000 500
230 CASp FUND, AB 1379 21,000 5,500 15,500
235 SO COAST AIR QUALITY FUND 54,500 40,000 14,500
241 HOUSING AUTHORITY FUND 1,452,000 1,715,440 (263,440) 243 RDA LOW-MOD HOUSING FUND 60,000 250,000 (190,000)
247 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND 40,000 31,500 8,500
249 SA 2011 LOW/MOD BOND 18,000 250,000 (232,000)
250 TRANSPORTATION DIF 540,000 1,579,109 (1,039,109)
251 PARKS & RECREATION DIF 253,000 - 253,000
252 CIVIC CENTER DIF 103,000 - 103,000
253* LIBRARY DEVELOPMENT DIF 50,000 15,000 35,000
254 COMMUNITY CENTER DIF 105,000 500,000 (395,000)
255 STREET FACILITY DIF 1,000 - 1,000
256 PARK FACILITY DIF 100 - 100
257 FIRE PROTECTION DIF 53,000 - 53,000
259 MAINTENANCE FACILITIES DIF FUND 47,000 100,000 (53,000) 270 ART IN PUBLIC PLACES FUND 158,000 233,000 (75,000)
275 LQ PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER FUND 3,000 - 3,000
310 LQ FINANCE AUTHORITY FUND 1,500 1,500 -
401 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS 27,218,109 27,218,109 - 405 SA PA1 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BOND 500 - 500
501 FACILITY & FLEET REPLACEMENT FUND 1,705,000 1,628,750 76,250 502 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND 2,276,708 3,217,945 (941,237) 503 PARK EQUIP & FACILITY FUND 500,000 2,000,000 (1,500,000) 504 INSURANCE FUND 1,363,230 1,058,000 305,230
601 SILVERROCK RESORT FUND 5,484,500 5,365,000 119,500
602 SILVERROCK GOLF RESERVE FUND 98,000 - 98,000
760 SUPPLEMENTAL PENSION PLAN 7,000 12,850 (5,850)
761 CERBT OPEB TRUST (HEALTH BENEFITS) 40,000 1,500 38,500 762 PARS PENSION TRUST 200,000 30,000 170,000
136,752,447 141,391,783 (4,639,336)
SUMMARY OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES BY FUND FOR 2024/25

GRAND TOTAL
* This fund has an outstanding inter-agency loan due to the Successor Agency.

CITY OF LA QUINTA EXHIBIT C
FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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Project No. Project Total Funding
2425ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations $ 20,000 2425CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements $ 50,000 2425PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements $ 1,000,000 2425PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements $ 1,000,000 2425STI Sidewalks - Various Locations $ 55,000
2425TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements $ 235,000 2425DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements $ 477,000
201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements $ 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements $ 500,000 201805 Maintenance and Operations Yard $ 900,000
201805 Maintenance and Operations Yard $ 100,000
201901 Cultural Campus $ 1,000,000
201901 Cultural Campus $ 500,000
201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation $ 3,050,000 201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation $ 984,000 201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation $ 4,000,000 202101 Dune Palms Pavement Rehabilitation $ 200,000
202102 Fritz Burns Park Improvements $ 5,000,000
202205 Avenue 50 Widening Improvements (Jefferson Street to Madison Street) $ 579,109 202333 Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program $ 165,000 202401 Avenue 50 Sidewalk Improvements (Washington Street to Avenida Montero) $ 400,000 202402 Washington Street Sidewalk Improvements (Calle Tampico to Avenue 52) $ 478,000 202403 Cove Area Slurry Seal Improvements Phase 1 $ 1,000,000 202404 City Hall Drainage Improvements $ 1,000,000
202405 Citywide Miscellaneous ADA Improvements $ 175,000 202406 Citywide Miscellaneous Concrete Improvements $ 1,000,000 202407 Citywide Dog Park Improvements $ 1,000,000
202407 Citywide Dog Park Improvements $ 500,000
202408 Village Parking Lot Utility Undergrounding $ 500,000 202409 Welcome Center Improvements $ 750,000
202410 Avenue 52 at Jefferson Street Roundabout Safety Improvements $ 600,000 202411 SilverRock Way Slurry Seal Improvements $ 500,000 TOTAL: 28,118,109 $
TEAL: Measure G Funds $12,200,000 (43.4%)
ORANGE: General Funds $5,717,000 (20.3%)
Special Revenue Funds $6,404,109 (22.8%)
$ 28,118,109 2024/25 CIP Program
(500,000) Funding allocated in the Lighting and Landscape Fund (400,000) Funding allocated in the Transportation DIF Fund $ 27,218,109 TOTAL CIP FUND BUDGETED EXPENSES
Color Key
WHITE: Measure A and SB1 RMRA Funds $3,797,000 (13.5%)

CITY OF LA QUINTA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM SUMMARY EXHIBIT D FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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City of La Quinta
Gann Limit Appropriation Calculation (Page 1 of 2)
FY 2024/25
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9)
($) City's City's U.S. CPI % Change in Local % Change ($) ($) Prior Year Previous Year's Current Year's Population Annual Non-Residential In Per Current Year Compliance Year Gann Limit Population Population % Change % Change Construction Capita Income Gann Limit Amounts 92-93 14,240,507 12,932 14,840 14.80% N/A 0.68% -0.64% 16,452,801 4,452,292 93-94 16,452,801 14,840 15,693 5.75% N/A 0.16% 2.72% 17,871,744 5,301,754 94-95 16,452,801 15,693 16,634 6.00% N/A 0.14% 0.71% 19,077,886 6,561,880 95-96 19,077,886 16,634 17,101 2.81% N/A N/A 4.72% 20,539,255 7,762,496 96-97 20,539,255 17,101 18,045 5.52% N/A N/A 4.67% 22,685,183 8,257,148 97-98 22,685,183 18,045 19,217 6.49% N/A N/A 4.67% 25,286,762 9,667,831 98-99 25,286,762 19,217 20,444 6.38% N/A N/A 4.15% 28,017,719 12,222,332 99-00 28,017,719 20,444 21,763 6.45% N/A N/A 4.53% 31,176,447 9,801,749 00-01 31,176,447 21,763 24,240 10.77% N/A N/A 4.91% 36,229,777 10,785,551 01-02 36,229,777 24,240 26,321 12.66% N/A N/A 7.82% 44,008,314 12,181,391 02-03 44,008,314 26,321 28,715 10.52% N/A N/A -1.27% 48,020,286 14,233,708 03-04 48,020,286 28,715 30,452 5.99% N/A N/A 2.31% 52,072,415 14,547,338 04-05 52,072,415 30,452 32,522 5.90% N/A N/A 3.28% 56,953,433 16,507,192 05-06 56,953,433 32,522 36,145 9.19% N/A N/A 5.26% 65,458,514 22,777,443 06-07 65,458,514 36,145 38,340 5.40% N/A N/A 3.96% 71,725,407 27,384,580 07-08 71,725,407 38,340 41,092 6.44% N/A N/A 4.42% 79,718,951 32,163,100 08-09 79,718,951 41,092 42,743 4.46% N/A N/A 4.29% 86,846,889 33,562,980 09-10 86,846,889 42,743 43,778 2.42% N/A N/A 0.62% 89,500,065 33,519,652 10-11 89,500,065 43,778 37,307 (1) 1.35% N/A N/A -2.54% 88,404,325 30,055,388 11-12 88,404,325 37,307 37,836 (1) 1.42% N/A N/A 2.51% 91,910,124 29,884,568 12-13 91,910,124 37,688 38,075 (2) 1.03% N/A N/A 3.77% 96,357,500 31,954,838 13-14 96,357,500 38,190 38,412 0.55% N/A N/A 5.12% 101,848,105 33,412,900 14-15 101,848,105 38,412 39,032 1.61% N/A N/A -0.23% 103,249,837 35,982,642 15-16 103,249,837 39,032 39,694 1.72% N/A N/A 3.82% 109,037,717 37,391,100 16-17 109,037,717 39,694 39,977 1.69% N/A N/A 5.37% 116,834,735 39,339,800 17-18 116,834,735 39,977 40,677 (2) 1.25% N/A N/A 3.69% 122,660,261 48,021,600 18-19 122,660,261 40,605 41,753 1.48% N/A N/A 3.67% 129,043,889 51,452,200 19-20 129,043,889 41,753 42,098 (2) 0.83% N/A N/A 3.85% 135,124,379 56,851,900 20-21 135,124,379 40,389 40,660 (2) 0.67% N/A N/A 3.73% 141,103,621 49,433,000 21-22 141,103,621 40,906 41,247 (2) 0.83% N/A N/A 5.73% 150,427,126 57,775,110 22-23 150,427,126 37,949 37,860 (2) -0.23% N/A N/A 7.55% 161,412,270 67,321,000 23-24 161,412,270 37,562 37,979 (2) 1.11% N/A N/A 4.44% 170,450,479 75,918,000 24-25 170,450,479 37,824 38,370 (2) 1.44% N/A N/A 3.62% 179,170,357 78,469,200 (1) The population for FY 2010/2011 and FY 2011/2012 are adjusted to the Federal 2010 Census counts. (2) The previous population is furnished by the Department of Finance.

The Shaded boxes indicate the calculation factor that was used to calculate that year's Gann Limit.

The Gann Limit is adjusted annually by multiplying the "Prior Year Gann Limit" (column 1) by the "% Change in Population" (column 4) and then by the greater of the "% Change in New Local Non-residential Construction or % Change in California Per Capita Income" (column 6 or 7). This Gann adjustment figure is then added to the prior year's limit amount to obtain the current year Gann limit amount in column 8. The U.S. CPI factor (column 5) was used in place of the non-residential construction (column 6) amount and the lower of the two factors, the U.S. CPI or Per Capita Income, for the calculation prior 'to FY 1990-91. The City has elected in column (2) and (3) to use the City population method versus the change in County population.

CITY OF LA QUINTA EXHIBIT E
FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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(Page 2 of 2)
In 1979, Proposition 4, the "Gann" initiative, was passed. The Proposition created Article XIIIB of the State Constitution placing limits on the amount of revenue which can be spent by all entities of Government.

The Gann limit is adjusted annually by the following two factors:

Annual population change and the greater of the change in:
1) State Per Capita Income, or
2) The Local Assessment roll for local non-residential construction.

When a City reaches this limit, excess tax revenue must be returned to the State or Citizens through a process of refunds, rebates, or other means that may be defined at that time. The Gann limit for the City of La Quinta has increased steadily since 1984 and still provides the City with a comfortable operating margin. The revenue collection and spending limit for City of La Quinta FY 2024/25 is $179.2 million. "Proceeds of taxes" are projected to be $78.5 million in FY 2024/25 allowing the City a margin of $100.7 million.

On the graph below, the highest bars represent the spending limit and the lower bars represent the appropriation of proceeds of taxes for fifteen years. 42098 0
18-19 0 40605 41204 1.48% N/A N/A 3.67%

GANN APPROPRIATION LIMIT ANALYSIS
0 20,000,000
40,000,000
60,000,000
80,000,000
100,000,000
120,000,000
140,000,000
160,000,000
180,000,000
10-11 11-12 12-13 13-14 14-15 15-16 16-17 17-18 18-19 19-20 20-21 21-22 22-23 23-24 24-25

CITY OF LA QUINTA

SPENDING LIMIT VERSUS APPROPRIATION OF PROCEEDS OF TAXES Spending Limit
Appropriation of Proceeds of Taxes

CITY OF LA QUINTA EXHIBIT E
FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Mayor & City Council 5 5 5
TOTAL 5 5 5
Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Administrative Assistant 1 0 0
General Fund Administrative Technician 0 2 2
General Fund City Clerk Director 0.9 0.9 0.9
Housing Authority City Clerk Director 0.1 0.1 0.1
General Fund Deputy City Clerk 1 1 1
General Fund Management Assistant 1 0 0
General Fund Management Specialist 0 0 1
General Fund Permit Technician 2 1 1
General Fund Senior Permit Technician 0 1 0
TOTAL 6 6 6
Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Administrative Technician 0 0.2 0.2
Housing Authority Administrative Technician 0 0.8 0.8
General Fund Human Resources Manager 0 1 0
General Fund Human Resources Deputy Director 0 0 1
General Fund Human Resources Technician 0 2 2
General Fund City Manager 0.8 0.8 0.8
Housing Authority City Manager 0.2 0.2 0.2
General Fund Marketing & Communications Specialist 0 2 2 General Fund Director (Business Unit & Housing Development) 0.6 0.6 0.6 Housing Authority Director (Business Unit & Housing Development) 0.4 0.4 0.4 General Fund Executive Specialist 0 1 1
Housing Authority Management Analyst 0.6 0.6 0
Information Technology Management Analyst 0.4 0.4 0
General Fund Management Assistant 0.2 0 0
Housing Authority Management Assistant 0.8 0 0
General Fund Management Specialist 2.4 0.4 0.4
Housing Authority Management Specialist 0.6 0.6 0.6
General Fund Marketing Manager 1 1 1
General Fund Senior Code Compliance Officer 0 1 1
Housing Authority Senior Management Analyst 0 0 0.6
Information Technology Senior Management Analyst 0 0 0.4 TOTAL 8 13 13
Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Administrative Assistant 2 0 0
General Fund Administrative Technician 2.8 0 0
Library & Museum Administrative Technician 0.2 0 0
General Fund Animal Control/Code Compliance Supervisor 1 0 0 General Fund Code Compliance Officer I 2 0 0
General Fund Code Compliance Officer II 4 0 0
General Fund Community Resources Coordinator 1 0 0
General Fund Community Resources Director 0.7 0 0

CITY COUNCIL

CITY CLERK

CITY MANAGER

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

CITY OF LA QUINTA PERSONNEL SCHEDULE BY DEPARTMENT EXHIBIT F FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Community Resources Director 0.15 0 0
Library & Museum Community Resources Director 0.15 0 0
General Fund Community Resources Manager 0.4 0 0
Wellness Center Community Resources Manager 0.4 0 0
Library & Museum Community Resources Manager 0.2 0 0
General Fund Community Resources Specialist 1 0 0
General Fund Human Resources Analyst 1 0 0
General Fund Community Resources Analyst 0.8 0 0
Library & Museum Community Resources Analyst 0.2 0 0
General Fund Management Assistant 1 0 0
General Fund Public Safety Manager 0.8 0 0
General Fund Public Safety Manager 0.2 0 0
General Fund Part-Time Administrative Technician 0 0 0
General Fund Part-Time Recreation Leader 5.96 0 0
General Fund Part-Time Senior Recreation Leader 1.94 0 0 General Fund Senior Emergency Management Coordinator 1 0 0 TOTAL 28.9 0 0
Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Administrative Technician 0 5 5
General Fund Community Services Deputy Director 0 0.4 0.4 Library & Museum Community Services Deputy Director 0 0.2 0.2 Wellness Center Community Services Deputy Director 0 0.4 0.4 General Fund Community Services Specialist 0 1 1
General Fund Management Analyst 0 0.8 0
Library & Museum Management Analyst 0 0.2 0
General Fund Part-Time Recreation Leader 5.96 5.82 5.82 General Fund Part-Time Senior Recreation Leader 1.94 0.97 0.97 General Fund Senior Management Analyst 0 0 0.8
General Fund Senior Management Analyst 0 0 0.2
General Fund Senior Community Services Specialist 0 1 1 TOTAL 7.9 15.79 15.79
Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Administrative Technician 0 2 2
General Fund Animal Control/Code Compliance Supervisor 0 1 1 General Fund Code Compliance Officer 0 2 3
General Fund Management Analyst 0 1 1
General Fund Public Safety Deputy Director 0 0.8 0.8
General Fund Public Safety Deputy Director 0 0.2 0.2
General Fund Senior Code Compliance Officer 0 3 2
TOTAL 0 10 10
Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Administrative Assistant 1 1 1
General Fund Administrative Technician 0 1 1
General Fund Assistant Construction Manager 1 1 1

PUBLIC WORKS

COMMUNITY SERVICES

PUBLIC SAFETY
COMMUNITY RESOURCES (continued)

CITY OF LA QUINTA PERSONNEL SCHEDULE BY DEPARTMENT EXHIBIT F FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Associate Engineer 1 1 1
General Fund Public Works Director/City Engineer 1 1 1
General Fund Construction Inspector 2 2 2
General Fund Facilities Deputy Director 0.5 0 0
General Fund Facilities Deputy Director 0.5 0 0
Gas Tax Fund Maintenance Foreman 1 0 0
General Fund Maintenance & Operations Coordinator 1 1 1 General Fund Maintenance & Operations Crew Leader 0 1.5 1.5 Lighting & Landscape Maintenance & Operations Crew Leader 0 0.5 0.5 General Fund Maintenance & Operations Deputy Director 0 0.5 0.5 General Fund Maintenance & Operations Deputy Director 0 0.5 0.5 General Fund Maintenance & Operations Superintendent 0 2.5 2.5 Gas Tax Fund Maintenance & Operations Superintendent 0 1 1 Lighting & Landscape Maintenance & Operations Superintendent 0 0.5 0.5 Gas Tax Fund Maintenance & Operations Worker 0 4 4
General Fund Maintenance & Operations Worker 0 2.5 2.5
Lighting & Landscape Maintenance & Operations Worker 0 1.5 1.5 Gas Tax Fund Maintenance Worker I 2 0 0
General Fund Maintenance Worker I 2.5 0 0
Lighting & Landscape Maintenance Worker I 1.5 0 0
Gas Tax Fund Maintenance Worker II 2 0 0
General Fund Maintenance Worker II 0.5 0 0
Lighting & Landscape Maintenance Worker II 0.5 0 0
General Fund Maintenance & Operations Technician 1 1 1
General Fund Management Analyst 2.5 1 1
Lighting & Landscape Management Analyst 0.5 0 0
General Fund Management Assistant 1 0 0
General Fund Parks/L&L Foreman 0.5 0 0
Lighting & Landscape Parks/L&L Foreman 0.5 0 0
Gas Tax Fund Senior Maintenance & Operations Worker 0 2 2 General Fund Senior Maintenance & Operations Worker 0 1.5 1.5 Lighting & Landscape Senior Maintenance & Operations Worker 0 0.5 0.5 General Fund Traffic Operations Analyst 1 0 0
General Fund Traffic Signal Technician 2 2 2
TOTAL 27 31 31
Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Administrative Assistant 2 2 2
General Fund Administrative Technician 1 1 1
General Fund Assistant Planner 0 0 1
General Fund Associate Planner 1 1 1
General Fund Building Inspector 0 1 1
General Fund Building Inspector I 1 0 0
General Fund Building Inspector II 2 0 0
General Fund Building Official 1 1 1
General Fund Data Reporting Specialist 0 0.97 1
General Fund Deputy Building Official 0 1 1
General Fund Design & Development Director 1 1 1
General Fund Hub Manager 1 1 1
General Fund Part-Time Software Program Report Writer 0.97 0 0 PUBLIC WORKS (continued)

DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

CITY OF LA QUINTA PERSONNEL SCHEDULE BY DEPARTMENT EXHIBIT F FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Permit Technician 6 6 4
General Fund Planning Manager 1 1 1
General Fund Plans Examiner 1 1 1
General Fund Senior Building Inspector 0 2 2
General Fund Senior Building Inspector/Plans Examiner 1 0 0 General Fund Senior Permit Technician 0 1 1
General Fund Senior Planner 1 1 1
TOTAL 20.97 21.97 21
Adopted Adopted Proposed
Funding Source Personnel Schedule 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25 General Fund Accounting Manager 1 0 0
General Fund Account Technician 3 0 0
General Fund Accountant 1 1 1
General Fund Administrative Technician 0 1 1
General Fund Finance Director 0.9 0.9 0.9
Housing Authority Finance Director 0.1 0.1 0.1
General Fund Finance Manager 0 1 1
General Fund Finance Technician 0 2 2
General Fund Financial Services Analyst 1 0 0
General Fund Junior Accountant 1 1 1
General Fund Management Assistant 1 0 0
General Fund Principal Management Analyst 0 1 1
General Fund Senior Accountant 0 1 1
General Fund Senior Finance Technician 0 1 1
TOTAL 9 10 10
TOTAL NUMBER OF ELECTED OFFICIALS 555
TOTAL NUMBER OF PART-TIME EMPLOYEES 8.87 7.76 6.79
TOTAL NUMBER OF FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES 91 100 100
TOTAL NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES 104.87 112.76 111.79

FINANCE
DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT (continued)

CITY OF LA QUINTA PERSONNEL SCHEDULE BY DEPARTMENT EXHIBIT F FY 2024/25 ADOPTED BUDGET
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City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: June 18, 2024

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING FISCAL YEARS 2024/25 THROUGH 2028/29 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution approving fiscal years 2024/25 through 2028/29 Capital Improvement Program.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a five-year program that identifies the scope, budget, and schedule for street, park, facility, and infrastructure projects. • Staff presented fiscal year (FY) 2024/25 projects on April 2, 2024 to the Council and on April 3, 2024 to the Financial Advisory Commission (FAC). • 26 projects are identified for FY 2024/25 with an estimated cost of $28 million. This first year of the CIP Program is called the “Capital Budget”. • The 2024/25 projects have been incorporated for appropriation into the Operating and Capital Budget.
• The 2024 project list was presented to the Planning Commission on June 11, 2024 and was found consistent with the General Plan.
• Pursuant to the Government Code, Council must hold a public hearing on the CIP and consider its adoption by resolution after a public hearing.

FISCAL IMPACT
While the Council is requested to approve the five-year CIP, only FY 2024/25 projects are funded as follows:

PUBLIC HEARING ITEM NO. 1
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BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The CIP presents a five-year assessment of the community’s infrastructure, facility and equipment needs; a five-year funding strategy is also outlined. It is updated annually, and the current year CIP projects are included in the Operating and Capital Budget.

Funds are appropriated and the City then implements the current year CIP projects.

The CIP process starts in January of each year and involves the community, Council, and the FAC. Staff presented 2024/25 CIP projects to the Council during study session on April 2, 2024 and to the FAC on April 3, 2024.
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The following is a summary of the 2024/25 projects:
2024/25 CIP Projects
• Transportation - Roadway
 Pavement Management Plan
 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation
 Dune Palms Pavement Rehabilitation (Miles Avenue to Fred Waring Drive)  Avenue 50 Widening Improvements (Jefferson Street to Madison Street)  Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program
 Cove Area Slurry Seal Improvements Phase 1
 Avenue 52 at Jefferson Street Roundabout Safety Improvements  SilverRock Way Slurry Seal Improvements
• Transportation - Pedestrian
 ADA Accessible Ramps – Various Locations
 Sidewalks – Various Locations
 Citywide Miscellaneous ADA Improvements
 ADA Transition Plan Update
 Avenue 50 Sidewalk Improvements (Washington Street to Avenida Montero)
 Washington Street Sidewalk Improvements (Calle Tampico to Avenue 52)  Citywide Miscellaneous Concrete Improvements
• Parks and Facilities
 Maintenance and Operations Yard
 Citywide Dog Park Improvements
 Welcome Center Improvements
 Citywide Preventative Maintenance Improvements
 Fritz Burns Park Improvements
 Village Parking Lot Utility Undergrounding
 Cultural Campus
• Landscape Improvements
 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements
• Drainage Enhancements
 Citywide Drainage Enhancements
• Reimbursement Agreements
 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements • Traffic Signal Improvements
 Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements
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authority until they are incorporated in the Capital Budget.

Those projects designated as “Additional Projects” in Attachment 1 do not have identified funding sources. In the case of Development Impact Fee (DIF) funded projects, a longterm collection period is required to accumulate funds before projects are implemented.

Notice of public hearing was advertised in The Desert Sun newspaper on June 5, 2024.

ALTERNATIVES
Council may modify the 2024/25 through 2028/29 CIP.

Prepared by: Carley Escarrega, Administrative Technician Approved by: Bryan McKinney, P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer Attachments: 1. 2021-26 Pavement Management – 5-year plan

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RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - XXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FISCAL
YEAR 2024/2025 THROUGH 2028/2029 CAPITAL

IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code Section 66002, the City of La Quinta (“City”) is required to review and approve a Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”); and WHEREAS, the City is required to conduct a noticed public hearing for consideration and approval of the CIP; and
WHEREAS, notice of the public hearing has been given pursuant to Government Code Section 65090, specifically, the required notice was published on June 5, 2024 in The Desert Sun; and
WHEREAS, the CIP is a five-year planning instrument used by the City to identify capital improvement needs and to coordinate financing and timing of those needs in a manner that maximizes the return to the public; and
WHEREAS, the CIP is a statement of the City’s goals, objectives and priorities for a five-year plan and the financial commitments required to accomplish those objectives; and
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 through 2028/2029 Program proposes approximately $67.9 million in improvement projects and identifies $61.3 million of unfunded additional improvement projects over the five-year period, commencing on July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2029; and
WHEREAS, the amount allocated for the CIP for first-year projects, called the “Capital Budget,” proposes $28.1 million in improvements, which will become effective on July 1, 2024; and
WHEREAS, it would be in the best interest of the public to completely fund all improvements identified within the Capital Budget.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the La Quinta City Council, as follows:

SECTION 1. The above recitations are true and correct.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby approves the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 through 2028/2029 Capital Improvement Program “Exhibit A” and confirms the inclusion of the Capital Budget into the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 operating budget, which appropriates funds for specific facilities, equipment and improvements. 461 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
Resolution No. 2024 - XXX
Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2024/25 through 2028/29 Adopted: June 18, 2024

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council held on this 18th day of June 2024, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________
LINDA EVANS, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
_________________________
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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CITY OF LA QUINTA

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

REVENUE SUMMARY
Project # Project Description
General
Fund
Operating
Measure G
Sales Tax
Community
/Cultural
Center DIF
SB 1 Road
Maint/Rehab
DIF
Transportation
Maintenance
and Facilities
DIF Measure A
Other
Revenue
Other
Revenue Source Total
2024/2025
2425ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 20,000 20,000 2425CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 50,000 Equip Replacement Fund 50,0002425PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,0002425STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 55,000 55,0002425TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 235,000 235,0002425DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 477,000 No Earmark Funding Anticipated 477,000201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 400,000 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 500,000 500,000 201805 Maintenance and Operations Yard 900,000 100,000 1,000,000 201901 Cultural Campus 1,000,000 500,000 1,500,000
201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation (for 2022-25) 3,050,000 984,000 4,000,000 Earmark Funding 2024 8,034,000 202101 Dune Palms Pavement Rehabilitation (Miles Avenue to Fred Waring Drive) 200,000 200,000202102 Fritz Burns Park Improvements 5,000,000 Reprogram project 202304 HWY 111 Event Site (MG $500k) 5,000,000202205 Avenue 50 Widening Improvements (Jefferson Street to Madison Street) 579,109 579,109 202333 BPMP Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program 165,000 165,000 202401 Avenue 50 Sidewalk Improvements (Washington Street to Avenida Montero) 400,000 400,000202402 Washington Street Sidewalk Improvements (Calle Tampico to Avenue 52) 478,000 Reprogram of 23/24 SB1 funds 478,000202403 Cove Area Slurry Seal Improvements Phase 1 1,000,000 1,000,000 202404 City Hall Drainage Improvements 1,000,000 1,000,000202405 Citywide Miscellaneous ADA Improvements 175,000 CDBG 175,000 202406 Citywide Miscellaneous Concrete Improvements 1,000,000 1,000,000 202407 Citywide Dog Park Improvements 1,000,000 500,000 Reprogram project 202310 SRR Dust Control (GF $1M) 1,500,000202408 Village Parking Lot Utility Undergrounding 500,000 500,000202409 Welcome Center Improvements 750,000 750,000202410 Avenue 52 at Jefferson Street Roundabout Safety Improvements 600,000 600,000 202411 SilverRock Way Slurry Seal Improvements 500,000 500,000 FY 2024/2025 SUBTOTAL: 5,717,000 12,200,000 500,000 1,462,000 1,579,109 100,000 2,335,000 4,225,000 28,118,109 RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XXX

EXHIBIT A
ADOPTED JUNE 18, 2024
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REVENUE SUMMARY
Project # Project Description
General
Fund
Operating
Measure G
Sales Tax
Community
/Cultural
Center DIF
SB 1 Road
Maint/Rehab
DIF
Transportation
Maintenance
and Facilities
DIF Measure A
Other
Revenue
Other
Revenue Source Total
2025/2026
2526ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 20,000 20,000 2526CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 50,000 Equip Replacement Fund 50,0002526PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,0002526STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 55,000 55,0002526TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 235,000 235,0002425DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 477,000 477,000201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 400,000 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 500,000 500,000 201805 Maintenance and Operations Yard 7,500,000 7,500,000 201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation 1,000,000 1,000,000202501 Citywide Striping Refresh 500,000 500,000202502 Highway 111/Simon Drive Dual Left Turn Lanes 700,000 700,000202503 Cove Area Slurry Seal Improvements Phase 2 950,000 950,000202504 Avenue 47 Pavement Rehabilitation (Washington Street to Adams Street) 525,000 525,000202505 Phase III Public Safety Camera System 3,000,000 3,000,000202506 Washington Street at Lake La Quinta Drive (New Traffic Signal) 430,000 430,000 202507 Francis Hack Lane Pavement Rehabilitation (Avenida Bermudas to Cul-De-Sac) 580,000 580,000202508 Corporate Centre Drive Gap Closure 1,000,000 1,000,000202509 5-Year PMPUpdate 75,000 75,000 202510 Washington Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project (Eisenhower Drive to northern city limit) 3,100,000 Federal Earmark Funding 3,100,000 FY 2025/2026 SUBTOTAL: 2,052,000 12,500,000 0 950,000 1,830,000 2,615,000 3,150,000 23,097,000 2026/2027
2627ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 20,000 20,000 2627CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 50,000 Equip Replacement Fund 50,0002627PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,0002627STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 55,000 55,0002627TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 235,000 235,0002627DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 477,000 477,000201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 400,000 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 500,000 500,000 201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation 1,000,000 1,000,000202601 North La Quinta Slurry Seal Improvements/Pavement Repair 1,500,000 1,500,000 202602 Citywide Arterial Slurry Seal Improvements 1,000,000 1,000,000 FY 2026/2027 SUBTOTAL: 2,052,000 2,000,000 0 1,000,000 400,000 1,735,000 50,000 7,237,000 2027/2028
2728ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 20,000 20,000 2728CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 50,000 Equip Replacement Fund 50,0002728PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,0002728STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 55,000 55,0002728TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 235,000 235,0002728DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 477,000 477,000201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 400,000 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 500,000 500,000 201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation 1,000,000 1,000,000 FY 2027/2028 SUBTOTAL: 2,052,000 2,000,000 0 0 400,000 235,000 50,000 4,737,000 2028/2029
2829ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 20,000 20,000 2829CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 50,000 Equip Replacement Fund 50,000 2829PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 1,000,000 1,000,000 2,000,0002829STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 55,000 55,0002829TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 235,000 235,0002829DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 477,000 477,000201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 400,000 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 500,000 500,000 464
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Project # Project Description
General
Fund
Operating
Measure G
Sales Tax
Community
/Cultural
Center DIF
SB 1 Road
Maint/Rehab
DIF
Transportation
Maintenance
and Facilities
DIF Measure A
Other
Revenue
Other
Revenue Source Total
201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation 1,000,000 1,000,000 FY 2028/2029 SUBTOTAL: 2,052,000 2,000,000 0 0 400,000 235,000 50,000 4,737,000 TOTAL FISCAL YEARS 2024/25 THROUGH 2028/29: 13,925,000 30,700,000 500,000 3,412,000 4,609,109 100,000 7,155,000 7,525,000 67,926,109 465
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Project # Project Description
Engineering/
Design Construction
Inspection/
Testing/
Survey Professional Contingency Other
Other
Expenditure Total
2024/2025
2425ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 1,450 14,000 1,350 1,200 2,000 20,000 2425CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 3,625 35,000 3,375 3,000 5,000 50,000 2425PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 145,000 1,400,000 135,000 120,000 200,000 2,000,0002425STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 3,988 38,500 3,713 3,300 5,500 55,000 2425TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 0 235,000 0 0 0 235,0002425DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 34,583 333,900 32,198 28,620 47,700 477,000 201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 400,000 Reimbursement 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 0 500,000 0 0 0 500,000 201805 Maintenance and Operations Yard 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 201901 Cultural Campus 108,750 1,050,000 101,250 90,000 150,000 1,500,000 201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation (for 2022-25) 582,465 5,623,800 542,295 482,040 803,400 8,034,000202101 Dune Palms Pavement Rehabilitation (Miles Avenue to Fred Waring Drive) 0 200,000 0 0 0 200,000 202102 Fritz Burns Park Improvements 0 5,000,000 0 0 0 5,000,000 202205 Avenue 50 Widening Improvements (Jefferson Street to Madison Street) 41,985 405,376 39,090 34,747 57,911 579,109 202333 BPMP Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program 165,000 0 0 0 0 165,000 202401 Avenue 50 Sidewalk Improvements (Washington Street to Avenida Montero) 29,000 280,000 27,000 24,000 40,000 400,000 202402 Washington Street Sidewalk Improvements (Calle Tampico to Avenue 52) 450,000 0 0 28,000 0 478,000 202403 Cove Area Slurry Seal Improvements Phase 1 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 202404 City Hall Drainage Improvements 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 202405 Citywide Miscellaneous ADA Improvements 12,688 122,500 11,813 10,500 17,500 175,000202406 Citywide Miscellaneous Concrete Improvements 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 202407 Citywide Dog Park Improvements 108,750 1,050,000 101,250 90,000 150,000 1,500,000202408 Village Parking Lot Utility Undergrounding 36,250 350,000 33,750 30,000 50,000 500,000202409 Welcome Center Improvements 54,375 525,000 50,625 45,000 75,000 750,000 202410 Avenue 52 at Jefferson Street Roundabout Safety Improvements 43,500 420,000 40,500 36,000 60,000 600,000202411 SilverRock Way Slurry Seal Improvements 36,250 350,000 33,750 30,000 50,000 500,000 FY 2024/2025 SUBTOTAL: 2,147,658 20,733,076 1,426,957 1,296,407 2,114,011 28,118,109 2025/2026
2526ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 1,450 14,000 1,350 1,200 2,000 20,000 2526CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 3,625 35,000 3,375 3,000 5,000 50,000 2526PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 145,000 1,400,000 135,000 120,000 200,000 2,000,0002526STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 3,988 38,500 3,713 3,300 5,500 55,000 2526TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 0 235,000 0 0 0 235,0002425DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 34,583 333,900 32,198 28,620 47,700 477,000 201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 400,000 Reimbursement 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 36,250 350,000 33,750 30,000 50,000 500,000201805 Maintenance and Operations Yard 543,750 5,250,000 506,250 450,000 750,000 7,500,000 466
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201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 202501 Citywide Striping Refresh 36,250 350,000 33,750 30,000 50,000 500,000 202502 Highway 111/Simon Drive Dual Left Turn Lanes 50,750 490,000 47,250 42,000 70,000 700,000 202503 Cove Area Slurry Seal Improvements Phase 2 68,875 665,000 64,125 57,000 95,000 950,000 202504 Avenue 47 Pavement Rehabilitation (Washington Street to Adams Street) 38,063 367,500 35,438 31,500 52,500 525,000 202505 Phase III Public Safety Camera System 217,500 2,100,000 202,500 180,000 300,000 3,000,000202506 Washington Street at Lake La Quinta Drive (New Traffic Signal) 31,175 301,000 29,025 25,800 43,000 430,000 202507 Francis Hack Lane Pavement Rehabilitation (Avenida Bermudas to Cul-De-Sac) 42,050 406,000 39,150 34,800 58,000 580,000202508 Corporate Centre Drive Gap Closure 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 202509 5-Year PMPUpdate 75,000202510 Washington Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project (Eisenhower Drive to northern city limit) 3,100,000 FY 2025/2026 SUBTOTAL: 1,398,308 13,735,900 1,301,873 1,157,220 1,928,700 400,000 23,097,000 2026/2027
2627ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 1,450 14,000 1,350 1,200 2,000 20,000 2627CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 3,625 35,000 3,375 3,000 5,000 50,000 2627PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 145,000 1,400,000 135,000 120,000 200,000 2,000,0002627STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 3,988 38,500 3,713 3,300 5,500 55,000 2627TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 0 235,000 0 0 0 235,0002627DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 34,583 333,900 32,198 28,620 47,700 477,000 201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 400,000 Reimbursement 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 36,250 350,000 33,750 30,000 50,000 500,000201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 202601 North La Quinta Slurry Seal Improvements/Pavement Repair 108,750 1,050,000 101,250 90,000 150,000 1,500,000202602 Citywide Arterial Slurry Seal Improvements 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 FY 2026/2027 SUBTOTAL: 478,645 4,856,400 445,635 396,120 660,200 400,000 7,237,000 2027/2028
2728ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 1,450 14,000 1,350 1,200 2,000 20,000 2728CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 3,625 35,000 3,375 3,000 5,000 50,000 2728PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 145,000 1,400,000 135,000 120,000 200,000 2,000,0002728STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 3,988 38,500 3,713 3,300 5,500 55,000 2728TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 0 235,000 0 0 0 235,0002728DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 34,583 333,900 32,198 28,620 47,700 477,000 201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 400,000 Reimbursement 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 36,250 350,000 33,750 30,000 50,000 500,000201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 FY 2027/2028 SUBTOTAL: 803,228 7,990,300 747,833 664,740 1,107,900 800,000 4,737,000 2028/2029
2829ADA ADA Accessible Ramps - Various Locations 1,450 14,000 1,350 1,200 2,000 20,000 2829CPM Citywide Preventative Maintenance Plan Improvements 3,625 35,000 3,375 3,000 5,000 50,000 2829PMP Pavement Management Plan Street Improvements 145,000 1,400,000 135,000 120,000 200,000 2,000,0002829STI Sidewalks - Various Locations 3,988 38,500 3,713 3,300 5,500 55,000 2829TMI Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Improvements 0 235,000 0 0 0 235,000 2829DRA Citywide Drainage Enhancements 34,583 333,900 32,198 28,620 47,700 477,000 201702 Developer Reimbursement for DIF Eligible Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 400,000 Reimbursement 400,000 201804 Landscape and Lighting Median Island Improvements 36,250 350,000 33,750 30,000 50,000 500,000 467
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201905 Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan Implementation 72,500 700,000 67,500 60,000 100,000 1,000,000 FY 2028/2029 SUBTOTAL: 297,395 3,106,400 276,885 246,120 410,200 400,000 4,737,000 TOTAL FISCAL YEARS 2024/25 THROUGH 2028/29: 5,125,233 50,422,076 4,199,182 3,760,607 6,221,011 2,000,000 67,926,109 468
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Project Description Quimby Funds
DIF
Transportation
DIF
Parks/Rec
DIF
Maint Facility
DIF
Fire Other
Other
Revenue Source Total

BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS
AD 1 Washington Street Bridge Railing (Replacement) 1,070,355 TBD/City of Indian Wells 1,070,355

DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS

MISCELLANEOUS IMPROVEMENTS
AD 2 Village Area Parking Structure 10,000,000 TBD 10,000,000AD 3 Village Area Parking Lot 2,500,000 TBD 2,500,000

PUBLIC FACILITIES
AD 4 City Hall Solar Panels 1,000,000 TBD 1,000,000AD 5 Library/Wellness Center Solar Panels 1,000,000 TBD 1,000,000AD 6 Southeast Area Fire Station 2,198,500 2,198,500 County of Riverside 4,397,000 PARKS
AD 7 Sports Complex Field Improvements 5,551,129 TBD 5,551,129 AD 8 SilverRock Park Venue Phase II 4,369,439 TBD 4,369,439

STREET IMPROVEMENTS
AD 9 Avenue 62 Street Improvements (Monroe Street to Madison Street) 1,949,000 Dev Contribution 1,949,000 AD 10 Highway 111 at La Quinta Center Drive (Dual Left Turn Lanes) 703,000 TBD 703,000AD 11 Jefferson Street Extension (Avenue 58 to Avenue 60) 1,000,000 2,064,160 Dev Contribution 3,064,160

STREET IMPROVEMENTS - BICYCLE PATHS
AD 12 Citywide Bicycle Path Improvements 8,600,000 TBD 8,600,000

STREET IMPROVEMENTS - ROUNDABOUTS
AD 13 Madison Street at Avenue 58 Two Lane Roundabout 2,388,000 2,388,000 AD 14 Madison Street at Avenue 60 Two Lane Roundabout 2,388,000 2,388,000 AD 15 Monroe Street at Avenue 54 Two Lane Roundabout 1,194,000 1,194,000 County of Riverside 2,388,000 AD 16 Monroe Street at Avenue 58 Two Lane Roundabout 1,194,000 1,194,000 County of Riverside 2,388,000AD 17 Monroe Street at Avenue 60 Two Lane Roundabout 2,388,000 2,388,000AD 18 Monroe Street at Avenue 62 Two Lane Roundabout 597,000 1,791,000 TBD/County of Riverside 2,388,000AD 19 Jefferson Street at Avenue 54 Roundabout 1,791,000 597,000 Dev Contribution 2,388,000

STREET IMPROVEMENTS - TRAFFIC SIGNALS
AD 20 Avenue 50 at Orchard Lane (New Traffic Signal) 107,500 322,500 Dev Contribution 430,000 TOTAL ADD PROJECTS: 0 13,047,500 0 0 2,198,500 46,104,083 61,350,083

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Project Description Engineering Construction Inspection Professional Contingency Other Total

BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS
AD 1 Washington Street Bridge Railing (Replacement) 800,090 107,036 82,953 26,759 53,518 1,070,355

DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS

MISCELLANEOUS IMPROVEMENTS
AD 2 Village Area Parking Structure 1,000,000 7,475,000 775,000 250,000 500,000 10,000,000 AD 3 Village Area Parking Lot 250,000 1,868,750 193,750 62,500 125,000 2,500,000

PUBLIC FACILITIES
AD 4 City Hall Solar Panels 50,000 950,000 1,000,000
AD 5 Library/Wellness Center Solar Panels 50,000 950,000 1,000,000 AD 6 Southeast Area Fire Station 439,700 3,286,758 340,768 109,925 219,850 4,397,000 PARKS
AD 7 Sports Complex Field Improvements 555,113 4,149,469 430,212 138,778 277,556 5,551,129 AD 8 SilverRock Park Venue Phase II 436,944 3,266,156 338,632 109,236 218,472 4,369,439

STREET IMPROVEMENTS
AD 9 Avenue 62 Street Improvements (Monroe Street to Madison Street) 194,900 1,456,878 151,048 48,725 97,450 1,949,000 AD 10 Highway 111 at La Quinta Center Drive (Dual Left Turn Lanes) 70,300 525,493 54,483 17,575 35,150 703,000 AD 11 Jefferson Street Extension (Avenue 58 to Avenue 60) 306,416 2,290,460 237,472 76,604 153,208 3,064,160

STREET IMPROVEMENTS - BICYCLE PATHS
AD 12 Citywide Bicycle Path Improvements 860,000 6,428,500 666,500 215,000 430,000 8,600,000

STREET IMPROVEMENTS - ROUNDABOUTS
AD 13 Madison Street at Avenue 58 Two Lane Roundabout 238,800 1,785,030 185,070 59,700 119,400 2,388,000 AD 14 Madison Street at Avenue 60 Two Lane Roundabout 238,800 1,785,030 185,070 59,700 119,400 2,388,000 AD 15 Monroe Street at Avenue 54 Two Lane Roundabout 238,800 1,785,030 185,070 59,700 119,400 2,388,000 AD 16 Monroe Street at Avenue 58 Two Lane Roundabout 238,800 1,785,030 185,070 59,700 119,400 2,388,000 AD 17 Monroe Street at Avenue 60 Two Lane Roundabout 238,800 1,785,030 185,070 59,700 119,400 2,388,000 AD 18 Monroe Street at Avenue 62 Two Lane Roundabout 238,800 1,785,030 185,070 59,700 119,400 2,388,000 AD 19 Jefferson Street at Avenue 54 Roundabout 238,800 1,785,030 185,070 59,700 119,400 2,388,000

STREET IMPROVEMENTS - TRAFFIC SIGNALS
AD 20 Avenue 50 at Orchard Lane (New Traffic Signal) 43,000 321,425 33,325 10,750 21,500 430,000 SUBTOTAL ADD PROJECTS 6,035,008 46,264,187 4,599,631 1,483,752 2,967,504 - 61,350,083

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING: June 18, 2024

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: ADOPT RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT AND DISTRICT DIAGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 89-1

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution confirming the Assessment and District Diagram for the Landscape and Lighting Assessment District 89-1 for fiscal year 2024/25, pursuant to the Engineer’s report.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• Annually, Council must take certain actions pertaining to Citywide Landscape and Lighting Assessment District 89-1 (District) to allow the City to levy annual assessments.
• These assessments fund 25% of the citywide landscape, lighting, median, and parkway maintenance costs. Fiscal year (FY) 2024/25 assessment rate will remain at $35.60 per dwelling/parcel also identified as an Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU).

This has been the rate since 1997.
• Adopting this resolution is necessary for the Riverside County Assessor to place the assessment on the tax roll for FY 2024/25.

FISCAL IMPACT
FY 2024/25 estimated cost for retention basin and right-of-way maintenance (landscaping and lighting maintenance for medians and parkways) is $4,000,700.

The assessment charge will generate an estimated $997,118. The City will also receive $150,000 from County Service Area 152, levied by Riverside County, to fund retention basin maintenance. The combined income is projected to be $1,147,118; this leaves a shortfall of $2,853,582 to be funded by the General Fund.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
In 1989, the Council formed a District to fund costs associated with the maintenance, construction and servicing of landscape areas, streetlights and traffic signals. The District was modified in 1997 to conform to Proposition 218, which required the removal of PUBLIC HEARING ITEM NO. 2
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maintenance costs for facilities that provide general benefit to the public such as parks, fire stations, and public buildings. Since 1997, the City’s District has only included maintenance costs for streets, streetlights, traffic signals, landscape medians, parkways and retention basins since these costs are considered “exempt” under Proposition 218. Beginning in 1997, maintenance of “non-exempt” items (i.e., facilities providing general benefit) were shown separately but still shown as part of the overall landscape maintenance budget.

Proposition 218 requires that any assessment rate increase be supported by a benefits analysis and Citywide vote in favor of the increase. These requirements locked the assessment rate at $35.60 since 1997, while maintenance costs have more than quadrupled.

On June 4, 2024, the Council adopted the following resolutions:
• Resolution No. 2024-019 approving the Preliminary Engineer’s Report for FY 2024/25 in connection with the District.
• Resolution No. 2024-020 declaring intention to levy annual assessment for construction, maintenance, and servicing landscape and lighting improvements within the boundaries of the territory included in the citywide District and giving notice thereof.

The engineer’s report must contain the following information:

1. A description of the services to be provided throughout the District;

2. Total costs necessary to provide all services described in the engineer’s report;

3. A diagram showing the boundaries of the District, including special benefit zones; and

4. An assessment schedule.

The final engineer’s report (Attachment 1) has been completed and establishes the maintenance budget and number of benefitting parcels. The chart below compares the projected FY 2024/25 data with FY 2023/24 data:
2024/25 2023/24
City wide Benefit Zone Yes Yes
Number of Local Benefit Units 6 6
Number of Equivalent Benefit Units (EBUs) 28.009 27,782 EBU Rate $35.60/EBU $35.60/EBU
District Revenue $997,118 $989,016
The City’s consultant, Willdan Financial Services, projects an increase of 227 EBU’s from 2023/24 to 2024/25; actuals will be based on the final FY 2024/25 County Secured Tax Roll.

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changes are proposed at this time. The City Council may adopt FY 2024/25 assessment fees only after the public hearing has been conducted.

Should the Council receive testimony through the public meeting/hearing that warrants a change to the assessment level, the Council can lower the assessment by a majority vote.

If lowered, the reduction in assessment level would impact the revenues necessary to fund the District’s 2024/25 operational budget. Council may also increase the assessment level but only by a special-benefit analysis and vote through a property-owner ballot.

If service levels are not adjusted accordingly, the General Fund would be required to make up the difference.

ALTERNATIVES
The Council can direct staff to adjust the engineer’s report to reflect any changes resulting from the public hearing. Should Council direct amendments to the engineer’s report, an amended report and impacts of the amendments would be submitted for approval at the July 16, 2024, Council meeting.

Prepared by: Dianne Hansen, Maintenance & Operations Superintendent Approved by: Bryan McKinney, Public Works Director/City Engineer Attachment: 1. FY 2024/25 Engineers Annual Levy Report
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024 – XXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM
AND ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025

LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
89-1 (PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING
ACT OF 1972)
WHEREAS, maintenance of landscape improvements in roadways and drainage facilities is a very important service in our community. Landscaping, if well maintained, provides beautification and enhancement to the surroundings, along with a positive effect on property values; and
WHEREAS, the annual assessments generated by the existing 1972 Act City of La Quinta Landscaping and Lighting District will fund the cost of providing installation, servicing, maintenance, and operation of landscaping, lighting and appurtenant facilities within the City of La Quinta that are exempt under provisions of Proposition 218 voted in by the California residents during the November 1996 election; and WHEREAS, on June 4, 2024, the City Council adopted the following resolutions:
• Resolution No. 2024-019, approving the Preliminary Engineer’s Report for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 in connection with Landscape and Lighting Assessment District 89-1;
• Resolution No. 2024-020, declaring intention to levy annual assessments for construction, maintenance, and servicing landscape and lighting improvements within the boundaries of the territory included in the City-wide Landscape and Lighting Assessment District 89-1, and giving notice thereof; and
WHEREAS, a Notice of a Public Hearing to Adopt a Resolution Confirming the Diagram and Assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Landscape and Lighting Assessment District 89-1 was published in The Desert Sun newspaper on June 7, 2024.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California, as follows:

SECTION 1. Pursuant to Chapter 3 of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, the City Council directed the City Engineer to prepare and file an annual report for Fiscal Year 2024/2025.

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Resolution No. 2024-XXX
FY 2024/25 Landscape and Lighting Assessment District 89-1 Adopted: June 18, 2024

Landscape and Lighting Assessment District 89-1 for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 (Resolution No. 2024-020) and set a Public Meeting/Hearing date of June 18, 2024 at the La Quinta City Council Chamber, 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California.

Notice of the Public Meeting/Hearing was given in the time and manner required by law.

SECTION 3. On June 18, 2024, a Public Meeting/Hearing for which notice was given, was conducted at which every interested person was given an opportunity to object to the proposed assessment in writing or orally, and the City Council has considered each protest.

SECTION 4. On June 18, 2024, the City Council found that written protests against the proposed assessment had not been made by owners representing more than one-half of the area of the land to be assessed.

SECTION 5. The City Council hereby confirms the diagram and assessment as set forth in the annual report of the Engineer of Work and hereby levies the assessment set forth for Fiscal Year 2024/2025.

SECTION 6. This Resolution shall go into effect upon adoption.

SECTION 7. The City Council authorizes and directs the City Clerk to (i) submit certified copies of this Resolution to the County of Riverside and (ii) take such other and further actions as may be necessary and proper for the County Assessor to place this assessment on the tax roll.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council held on this 18th day of June 2024, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
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LINDA EVANS, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
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FY 2024/25 Landscape and Lighting Assessment District 89-1 Adopted: June 18, 2024

ATTEST:
_________________________
MONIKA RADEVA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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WILLIAM H. IHRKE, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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City of La Quinta
Street Lighting and Landscape
District No. 89-1
2024/2025 ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT
Intent Meeting: June 4, 2024
Public Hearing: June 18, 2024
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ENGINEER'S REPORT

CITY OF LA QUINTA

STREET LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPE
DISTRICT NO. 89-1
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the enclosed Engineer's Report, together with Assessment Roll thereto attached was filed with me on the day of , 2024.

BY: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
City of La Quinta
Riverside County, California
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the enclosed Engineer's Report, together with Assessment Roll thereto attached, was approved and confirmed by the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California, on the day of , 2024.

BY: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
City of La Quinta
Riverside County, California
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the enclosed Assessment Roll was filed with the County Auditor of the County of Riverside, on the day of , 2024.

BY: Monika Radeva, City Clerk
City of La Quinta
Riverside County, California
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. OVERVIEW 1
A. INTRODUCTION 1
B. COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT LEGISLATION 1
C. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND AND LEGISLATION 2
II. DESCRIPTION OF THE DISTRICT 2
A. DISTRICT BOUNDARIES AND SPECIFIC AREAS OF IMPROVEMENT 2 B. IMPROVEMENTS AUTHORIZED BY THE 1972 ACT 2
C. IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE DISTRICT 4
III. METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT 5
A. GENERAL 5
B. BENEFIT ANALYSIS 5
C. METHODOLOGY 6
IV. DISTRICT BUDGETS 10
A. DESCRIPTION OF BUDGET ITEMS 10
B. 2024/2025 DISTRICT BUDGET 11
APPENDIX A – DISTRICT ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM 14
APPENDIX B – 2024/2025 COLLECTION ROLL 15
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I. OVERVIEW
A. INTRODUCTION
The City of La Quinta (the “City”) annually levies and collects special assessments in order to provide and maintain the facilities, improvements and services within Street Lighting and Landscape District No. 89-1 (the “District”). The District was formed in 1989 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (the “1972 Act”), Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code and authorizes the Agency to annually levy and collect assessments to maintain the services and improvements related thereto.

This Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (the “Report”) describes the District, any changes to the District, and the proposed assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025.

The proposed assessments are based on the estimated cost to maintain improvements that provide special benefit to properties assessed within the District. The various improvements within the District and the costs of those improvements are identified and budgeted separately, including expenditures, deficits, surpluses, revenues, and reserves. The word “parcel,” for the purposes of this Report, refers to an individual property assigned its own Assessor Parcel Number (“APN”) by the Riverside County Assessor’s Office. The Riverside County Auditor/Controller uses Assessor Parcel Numbers and specific fund numbers on the tax roll to identify properties assessed for special district benefit assessments.

Each parcel within the District is assessed proportionately for those improvements provided by the District and from which the parcel receives special benefit.

Following consideration of public comments, written protests at a noticed public hearing and review of the Report, the City Council may order amendments to the Report or confirm the Report as submitted. Following final approval of the Report, and confirmation of the assessments, the City Council may order the levy and collection of assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 pursuant to the 1972 Act. In such case, the assessment information will be submitted to the Riverside County Auditor/Controller and included on the property tax roll for each benefiting parcel for Fiscal Year 2024/2025.

B. COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT LEGISLATION
The District was formed in 1989 pursuant to the 1972 Act. As such, the City has determined that pursuant to California Constitution Article XIIID Section 5 Subsection A the existing assessments are exempt from the substantive and procedural requirements of Proposition 218. Any new or increased assessments above the maximum assessment rates previously approved and levied by the City Council would be subject to both the substantive and procedural requirements of the Proposition.
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C. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND AND LEGISLATION
The assessments for the District provide a special benefit to the parcels assessed, and the City utilizes General Fund Revenues to fund improvements and services that are considered general benefit.

This District was formed pursuant to the 1972 Act, which permits the establishment of assessment districts by cities for the purpose of providing for the maintenance of certain public improvements, which include the facilities existing within the District, as those improvements provide a special benefit to parcels.

The City Council reviews the current and projected years’ costs for the construction, operation, maintenance, and servicing of the District facilities and sets the assessment for the ensuing fiscal year, which runs between July 1 and June 30.

II. DESCRIPTION OF THE DISTRICT
A. DISTRICT BOUNDARIES AND SPECIFIC AREAS OF IMPROVEMENT The boundaries of the District are coterminous with the boundaries of the City. The Diagram of the District showing the exterior boundaries has been submitted to the City Clerk at the City and is included by reference.

B. IMPROVEMENTS AUTHORIZED BY THE 1972 ACT
As applicable or may be applicable to this District, the 1972 Act defines improvements to mean one or any combination of the following:
• The installation or planting of landscaping.
• The installation or construction of statuary, fountains, and other ornamental structures and facilities.
• The installation or construction of public lighting facilities. • The installation or construction of any facilities which are appurtenant to any of the foregoing or which are necessary or convenient for the maintenance or servicing thereof, including, but not limited to, grading, clearing, removal of debris, the installation or construction of curbs, gutters, walls, sidewalks, or paving, or water, irrigation, drainage, or electrical facilities. • The maintenance or servicing, or both, of any of the foregoing. 484 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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• The acquisition of any existing improvement otherwise authorized pursuant to this section.

Incidental expenses associated with the improvements including, but not limited to:
• The cost of preparation of the Report, including plans, specifications, estimates, diagram, and assessment;
• The costs of printing, advertising, and the publishing, posting and mailing of notices;
• Compensation payable to the Riverside County (the “County”) for collection of assessments;
• Compensation of any engineer or attorney employed to render services; • Any other expenses incidental to the construction, installation, or maintenance and servicing of the improvements;
• Any expenses incidental to the issuance of bonds or notes pursuant to Section 22662.5.
• Costs associated with any elections held for the approval of a new or increased assessment.

The 1972 Act defines "Maintain" or "maintenance" to mean furnishing of services and materials for the ordinary and usual maintenance, operation, and servicing of any improvement, including:
• Repair, removal, or replacement of all or any part of any improvement. • Providing for the life, growth, health, and beauty of landscaping, including cultivation, irrigation, trimming, spraying, fertilizing, or treating for disease or injury.
• The removal of trimmings, rubbish, debris, and other solid waste. • The cleaning, sandblasting, and painting of walls and other improvements to remove or cover graffiti.
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C. IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE DISTRICT
The District improvements are the operation, servicing and maintenance of landscaping, lighting and appurtenant facilities, including, but not limited to, personnel, electrical energy, water, materials, contracting services, and other items necessary for the satisfactory operation of these services described as follows:
• Landscaping and Appurtenant Facilities include, but are not limited to, landscaping, planting, shrubbery, trees, irrigation systems, hardscapes, fixtures, sidewalk maintenance and appurtenant facilities, located within the public street rights-of-way, medians, trails, and dedicated street, drainage or sidewalk easements within the boundary of the District. • Lighting and Appurtenant Facilities include, but are not limited to, poles, fixtures, bulbs, conduits, equipment including guys, anchors, posts and pedestals, metering devices, controllers and appurtenant facilities as required to provide safety lighting and traffic signals within public street rights-of-way and easements within the boundaries of the District. • Maintenance is defined as the furnishing of services and materials for the operation and usual maintenance, operation and servicing of the landscaping, public lighting facilities and appurtenant facilities, including repair, removal or replacement of landscaping, public lighting facilities, or appurtenant facilities; providing for the life, growth, health and beauty of the landscaping, including cultivation, irrigation, trimming, spraying, fertilizing and treating for disease or injury; and the removal of trimmings, rubbish, debris and other solid waste.
• Servicing is defined as the furnishing of water for the irrigation of the landscaping and the furnishing of electric current or energy, gas or other illuminating agent for the public lighting facilities, or for the lighting or operation of landscaping or appurtenant facilities.

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III. METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
A. GENERAL
The 1972 Act permits the establishment of assessment districts by agencies for the purpose of providing certain public improvements that include the construction, maintenance and servicing of public lights, landscaping and appurtenant facilities.

The 1972 Act further requires that the cost of these improvements be levied according to benefit rather than assessed value:
“The net amount to be assessed upon lands within an
assessment district may be apportioned by any formula or method which fairly distributes the net amount among all assessable lots or parcels in proportion to the estimated benefits to be received by each such lot or parcel from the improvements.”
The formula used for calculating assessments in this District therefore reflects the composition of the parcels, and the improvements and services provided, to apportion the costs based on benefit to each parcel.

B. BENEFIT ANALYSIS
Properties within the District boundary are found to derive a special benefit from the improvements provided by the District. These properties include single family residential, non-residential, vacant residential and non-residential, golf courses, agricultural and hillside conservation properties, vacant and remote non-residential and rural and estate residential properties.

Special Benefits
The method of apportionment (method of assessment) is based on the premise that each assessed parcel receives special benefit from the improvements maintained and funded by the assessments, specifically, landscaping and lighting improvements installed in connection with the development of these parcels. The desirability of properties within the District is enhanced by the presence of wellmaintained landscaping and lighting improvements in close proximity to those properties.

The annual assessments outlined in this Report are based on the estimated costs to provide necessary services, operation, administration, and maintenance required to ensure the satisfactory condition and quality of each improvement.

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improvements.
• Improved aesthetic appeal of properties within the District providing a positive representation of the area.
• Enhanced adaptation of the urban environment within the natural environment from adequate green space and landscaping.
• Environmental enhancement through improved erosion resistance, and dust and debris control.
• Increased sense of pride in ownership of property within the District resulting from well-maintained improvements associated with the properties.
• Reduced criminal activity and property-related crimes (especially vandalism) against properties in the District through well-maintained surroundings and amenities.
• Enhanced environmental quality of the parcels by moderating temperatures, providing oxygenation and attenuating noise.

The special benefits of street lighting are the convenience, safety, and security of property, improvements, and goods, specifically:
• Enhanced deterrence of crime – an aid to police protection. • Increased nighttime safety on roads and highways.
• Improved visibility of pedestrians and motorists.
• Improved ingress and egress to and from property.
• Reduced vandalism, damage to improvements or property, and other criminal acts.
• Improved traffic circulation and reduced nighttime accidents and personal property loss.
• Increased promotion of business during nighttime hours in the case of commercial properties.

The preceding special benefits contribute to a specific enhancement and desirability of each of the assessed parcels within the District.

C. METHODOLOGY
Pursuant to the 1972 Act, the costs of the District may be apportioned by any formula or method that distributes the net amount to be assessed among the assessable parcels in proportion to the estimated special benefits to be received by each such parcel from the improvements. The special benefit formula used within the District should reflect the composition of the parcels - and the 488 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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improvements and services provided therein - to apportion the costs based on estimated special benefit to each parcel.

The cost to provide maintenance and service of the improvements within the District shall be equitably distributed among each assessable parcel based on the estimated special benefit received by each parcel.

Equivalent Benefit Units
To equitably spread special benefit to each parcel, it is necessary to establish a relationship between the various types of properties within the District and the improvements that benefit those properties. Each parcel within the District is assigned an Equivalent Benefit Unit (“EBU”) factor that reflects its land use, size and development, or development potential. Parcels that receive special benefit from the various District improvements are proportionately assessed for the cost of those improvements based on their calculated EBU. The EBU method assessment for this District uses the Single-Family Residential parcel as the basic unit of assessment. A Single Family Residential (“SFR”) parcel equals one EBU.

Every other land-use is assigned an EBU factor based on an assessment formula that equates the property’s specific land-use and relative special benefits compared to the Single-Family Residential parcel.

The EBU method of apportioning special benefits is typically seen as the most appropriate and equitable assessment methodology for districts formed under the 1972 Act, as the benefits to each parcel from the improvements are apportioned as a function of land use type, size, and development. The following table provides a listing of land use types, the EBU factors applied to that land use and the multiplying factor used to calculate each parcel’s individual EBU for each improvement provided in the District.

During the formation of the District, a methodology was developed to calculate the EBUs for other residential and non-residential land use parcels, which are outlined below for reference. Every land use is assigned EBUs based on the assessment formula approved for the District. Parcels which have been determined to receive greater benefit than the SFR parcel are assigned more than 1 EBU and parcels that are determined to receive lesser benefit than SFR parcels are assigned less than 1 EBU as reflected in the Assessment Methodology.
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Single-Family Residential
The City’s General Plan allows up to one acre of area for subdivided residential lots. The subdivided single-family lot equal to or less than one acre in size is the basic unit for calculation of the benefit assessments. Parcels less than one acre in size zoned for single-family residential use are assessed one (1) EBU.

Multi-Family Residential
Multi-Family Residential parcels are assessed one-half (0.5) EBU per unit.

Non-Residential
The factor used for converting nonresidential is based on the average number of typical single-family residential lots of five per acre. Therefore, non-residential parcels will be assessed five (5) EBUs per acre with a minimum number per parcel of one (1) EBU.

Vacant Residential
Parcels defined as single family residential parcels less than one acre and having no structure will be assessed 33 percent (33%) of a single-family dwelling, or 0.33 EBU per parcel.

Vacant Non-Residential
Parcels not considered single family residential parcels less than one acre and having no structure will be assessed based on acreage. The typical development in La Quinta occurs in increments of twenty (20) acres or less. The first twenty (20) acres of a Vacant Non-Residential parcel will be assessed at a rate of 33 percent (33%) of developed nonresidential properties, or 1.65 EBU per acre or any portion of an acre. The minimum number of EBUs per parcel is one (1) EBU. Any parcel of land greater than twenty (20) acres is considered open space and exempt from assessment until such time as parcel subdivision or development occurs.

Land Use EBU Factor
Exempt Parcels 0.0
Single Family Residential Parcels 1.0 per unit
Multi-Family Residential Parcels 0.5 per unit
Non-Residential Parcels 5.0 per acre; 1.0 minimum
Vacant Residential Parcels 0.33 per unit
Vacant Non-Residential Parcels 1.65 per acre for first 20 acres only Golf Course Parcels 0.50 per acre; 1.0 minimum
Agricultural Parcels 0.25 per acre; 1.0 minimum
Hillside Conservative Zone Parcels 0.10 per acre
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Golf Courses
Properties identified as golf courses will be assessed a rate of 10 percent (10%) of the developed nonresidential properties, or 0.50 EBU per acre or any portion of an acre. The minimum number per parcel is one (1) EBU.

Agricultural
Properties identified as agricultural will be assessed a rate of 5 percent (5%) of developed nonresidential properties, or 0.25 EBU per acre or any portion of an acre. The minimum number per parcel is one (1) EBU.

Hillside Conservation
Parcels located in areas zoned Hillside Conservation per the City’s Official Zoning Map will be assessed on the basis of allowable development within the Hillside Conservation Zone. The parcel will be assessed as one dwelling unit per ten (10) acres or 0.10 EBU per acre or any portion of an acre.

Vacant and Remote Non-Residential Parcels (LAFCO Annexation No. 9) Parcels not considered single family residential parcels less than one (1) acre and do not contain structures, will be assessed based on acreage. The City defines Vacant and Remote Non-Residential as parcels physically separated from City services and not readily able to develop due to difficult access and utility limitations. The land values are typically one half the value of other Vacant NonResidential parcels because of the high cost of constructing appropriate access and utility infrastructures necessary. The Vacant and Remote Non-Residential parcels are assessed a rate of 0.825 EBUs per acre or portion thereof, for the first twenty (20) acres, with a minimum of one (1) EBU per parcel.

Rural/Estate Residential
Parcels of one acre or more in size, but having only one residential unit are identified as Rural/Estate Residential. These parcels will be assessed a rate of one (1) EBU for the first acre and 0.33 EBUs for each additional acre or portion of an acre.

Exempt Property
Publicly owned property and utility rights-of-way are exempt from assessment, as well as parcels of land shown on the County Assessor's records as Vacant Desert Land, Vacant Mountain Land, Agricultural Preserve and Public Utility owned land.

This Report does not propose an increase in the District’s assessment rates for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 over or above the maximum rate established. The proposed rate per EBU for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 is the same rate assessed for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. The base assessment rate to be approved for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 is $35.60.

The maximum assessment rate per EBU may not increase without a vote of the property owners in the District. Therefore, the assessment is proposed to remain at the maximum amount of $35.60 per EBU. This equates to total projected assessment revenue of $997,118. 491 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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The City proposes the remaining $7,652,882 be funded through a General Fund contribution of $7,502,882 and $150,000 of revenue from CSA 152.

IV. DISTRICT BUDGETS
A. DESCRIPTION OF BUDGET ITEMS
The 1972 Act requires that a special fund be established and maintained for the revenues and expenditures of the District. Funds raised by assessment shall be used only for the purposes as stated herein. A contribution to the District by the City may be made to reduce assessments, as the City Council deems appropriate.

The following describes the services and costs that are funded through the District, shown in the District Budgets.

District Costs
Personnel – Reflects relevant City Staff salaries, wages and benefits, and also includes Worker’s Compensation Insurance, Stand-By, and Overtime Labor.

Contract Services – Includes contracted labor, such as the County Tax Roll Administration Fees, maintenance and repair of traffic signals, tree trimming, and security service.

Rental Services – Reflects funds used for the purpose of uniform rental.

Vehicle Operations – Includes the maintenance of fleet vehicles.

Utilities – Includes the electric, telephone, and water services.

Travel Training & Meetings – Reflects the funds used for the purposes of training and meetings.

Information Technology – Includes computers, printers, and other related items and services.

Operating Supplies – This item includes plant replacement, safety gear, field materials, and the materials used for the purposes of removing graffiti.

Small Tools/Equipment – Includes non-capital small tools and equipment.

District Administration – The cost for providing the coordination of District services and operations, response to public concerns and education, as well as procedures associated with the levy and collection of assessments. This item also includes the costs of contracting with professionals to provide any additional administrative, legal or engineering services specific to the District including any required notices, mailings or property owner protest ballot proceedings.
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B. 2024/2025 DISTRICT BUDGET
For the purpose of estimating costs for the maintenance and servicing, actual costs are used where possible. However, where the improvements are new, or where actual maintenance experience is lacking, cost estimates will be used to determine costs. The Budget of estimated cost of operation, servicing, and maintenance for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 is summarized on the next page in Table 1. 493 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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Table 1 - Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget
Category Description
Estimated
Expenditures Funding
Fiscal Year
2024/2025
L & L
Assessments
General Fund–
Parks
Personnel
Salaries-Permanent Full Time $616,600 $266,500 $350,100 Other Benefits & Deductions 259,750 124,800 134,950
Stand By 0 0 0
Stand By Overtime 0 0 0
Overtime 500 500 0
Total Personnel $876,850 $391,800 $485,050
Contract Services
Annual Lighting & Landscape
Report $0 $0 $0
Civic Center Campus Lake
Maintenance 30,000 0 30,000
Lighting Contract Services 80,000 80,000 0
Financial Services Admin. Fee 0 0 0
Citywide Maintenance Contract 2,830,000 1,630,000 1,200,000 Undeveloped Parks PM10 Services 0 0 0
Maintenance & Repair 790,000 300,000 490,000
CVWD Lease-Pioneer Dog Park 0 0 0
Tree Trimming 510,000 500,000 10,000
Janitorial Services 0 0 0
Security Service - Corporation Yard 0 0 0
Fritz Burns Park 180,000 0 180,000
Lighting Service 1,000 0 1,000
SilverRock Way Landscaping 85,000 65,000 20,000
Total Contract Services $4,506,000 $2,575,000 $1,931,000 Rental Services Uniforms $8,500 $3,500 $5,000
Total Rental Services $8,500 $3,500 $5,000
Park Equipment
Vehicle Operations
Facilities Charges $0 $0 $0
Fleet Maintenance 213,700 58,300 155,400
Facility & Equipment Depreciation 1,000,000 0 1,000,000 Total Operations $1,213,700 $58,300 $1,155,400
Utilities Gas $0 $0 $0
Electric 377,350 120,000 257,350
Phone $1,000 $0 $1,000
Water 499,100 215,000 284,100
Total Utilities $877,450 $335,000 $542,450
Travel Training &
Meetings
$9,500 $4,500 $5,000
Total Travel Training & Meetings $9,500 $4,500 $5,000
Information
Technology
Computers Printers and Services $187,700 $86,600 $101,100 Total Information Technology $187,700 $86,600 $101,100
Operating Supplies
Plant Replacement $900,000 $500,000 $400,000
Graffiti Removal 25,000 10,000 15,000
Safety Gear 3,800 2,500 1,300
Field Materials 21,000 15,000 6,000
Total Operating Supplies $949,800 $527,500 $422,300
Small Tools /
Equipment
Non-Capital $5,000 $3,000 $2,000
Total Small Tools/Equipment $5,000 $3,000 $2,000
Total Landscape & Lighting Budget $8,634,500 $3,985,200 $4,649,300 District
Administration
Public Works Administration $0 $0 $0
Citywide Administration $15,500 $15,500 $0
Total District Administration $15,500 $15,500 $0
Total Landscape & Lighting Expenditures $8,650,000 $4,000,700 $4,649,300 Less CSA 152 Revenue $150,000 $150,000 $0
Less General Fund Contribution 7,502,882 2,853,582 4,649,300 Balance to Levy $997,118 $997,118
Total EBU 28,009.35
Levy Per EBU $35.60
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The following information was obtained from the Riverside County Assessor's Secured Roll, Assessor's Parcel Maps, and the City’s Planning Department. The land use categories were developed to classify the different land use types in the City.

Table 2
(1) The difference in the “Balance to Levy” amount in Table 1 and the total FY 2024/2025 Levy amount in Table 2 is a rounding difference due to the County even penny requirement for each charged parcel.

Actuals will be based on the final County Secured Roll for Fiscal Year 2024/2025.

Differences are generally due to changes in County Land Use Classifications or Assessor’s Parcel Number changes.

Land Use
FY
2024/2025
Parcel
Count
County
Acres
Prior Year
EBU
Prior Year
Levy
FY 2024/2025
EBU
FY
2024/2025
Levy (1)
Agricultural 17 371.44 93.22 3,318.60 93.22 $3,318.60
Exempt 51 102.23 0.00 0.00 0.00 $0.00
Golf Course 284 3,498.08 1,806.17 64,298.16 1,806.17 $64,298.16 Hillside
Conservation 13 318.93 31.89 1,135.28 31.89 $1,135.28
Multi-Family
Residential 34 94.93 635.00 22,606.00 635.00 $22,606.00 Non-Residential 284 592.95 2,923.75 104,085.50 2,979.55 $106,071.98 Rural/ Estate 54 111.70 90.86 3,234.20 90.86 $3,234.20
Vacant/ Remote 15 146.20 120.62 4,293.80 120.62 $4,293.80 Single Family
Residential 21,272 3,914.36 21,272.00 757,283.20 21,272.00 $757,283.20 Vacant
Residential 1,391 884.97 460.02 16,365.62 461.67 $16,424.32 Vacant NonResidential 194 531.23 485.63 17,286.68 518.37 $18,452.00 Total 23,609 10,567.02 27,919.17 $993,907.04 28,009.35 $997,117.54 495 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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APPENDIX A – DISTRICT ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM
The Boundary Diagrams for the original districts have previously been submitted to the Clerk of the City in the format required under the 1972 Act and are made part of this Report by reference.

The parcel identification, lines and dimensions of each parcel within the District are those lines and dimensions shown on the Assessor’s Maps of Riverside County for the year in which this Report was prepared and is incorporated by reference and made part of this Report.

The attached Landscape Maintenance Map displays the landscape maintenance areas within the City.
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APPENDIX B – 2024/2025 COLLECTION ROLL
Parcel identification, for each lot or parcel within the District, shall be the parcel as shown on the Riverside County Assessor’s Parcel Maps and/or the Riverside County Secured Tax Roll for the year in which this Report is prepared.

Non-assessable lots or parcels may include government owned land, public utility owned property, land principally encumbered with public right-of-ways or easements and dedicated common areas. These parcels will not be assessed.

A listing of parcels within the District, along with the proposed assessment amounts, has been submitted to the City Clerk and, by reference, is made part of this Report.

Upon approval of the Report and confirmation of the assessments, the assessment information will be submitted to the County Auditor/Controller and included on the property tax roll in Fiscal Year 2024/2025. If the parcels or APNs within the District and referenced in this Report, are re-numbered, re-apportioned or changed by the County Assessor’s Office after approval of the Report, the new parcel or APNs with the appropriate assessment amount will be submitted to the County Auditor/Controller. If the parcel change made by the County includes a parcel split, parcel merger or tax status change, the assessment amount submitted on the new parcels or APNs will be based on the method of apportionment and levy amount approved in this Report by the City Council. 498 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES 1 MAY 8, 2024

REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING

FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION

MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2024

CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the La Quinta Financial Advisory Commission (Commission) was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Vice-Chair Anderson.

PRESENT: Commissioners Batavick, Kiehl, Mast, Mills, Way, and Vice-Chair Anderson
ABSENT: Chairperson Dorsey

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Batavick led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA – Confirmed
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS – None

CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS

1. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES DATED APRIL 3, 2024
Motion – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Mast/Batavick to approve meeting minutes dated April 3, 2024, as submitted. Motion passed: ayes – 5, noes – 0, abstain – 1 (Mills), absent – 1 (Dorsey).

2. RECEIVE AND FILE REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORTS DATED FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Motion – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Mills/Batavick to receive and file revenue and expenditure reports dated February 29, 2024, as submitted. Motion passed: ayes – 6, noes – 0, abstain – 0, absent – 1 (Dorsey).

BUSINESS SESSION

1. APPROVE THE FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 MEETING DATES
Finance Director Martinez presented the staff report, which is on file in the Finance Department.

REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEM NO. 31
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FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES 2 MAY 8, 2024

REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING
The Commission discussed changing some of the regular quarterly meeting dates and proposed special meeting dates from the second Wednesday of the month to the first, and the Commission’s regular quarterly meetings start time from 4:00 p.m. to an earlier time.

Staff said a business session item will be agendized for Commission’s consideration at the next meeting.

Motion – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Mast/Way to amend the Commission’s meeting dates per the Commission’s discussions above, and propose an earlier regular quarterly meeting start time, and bring this item back for Commission consideration at the next Commission meeting. Motion passed: ayes – 6, noes – 0, abstain – 0, absent – 1 (Dorsey).

STUDY SESSION

1. DISCUSS THE FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 INVESTMENT POLICY (Policy) Principal Management Analyst Hallick presented the staff report, which is on file in the Finance Department.

The Commission and staff discussed federal agency securities.

Commissioner Kiehl recommended the following changes to the fiscal year 2024/25 Investment Policy:
• Professionally managed account allotted 50% for placing their investment portfolio with a professional portfolio management/investment management firm, listed on page 9 of Policy, be eliminated or changed to 100%.
• Adding additional investment pool examples under Section XI Investment Pools of the Polity, listed on page 10.

The Commission reached a consensus and concurred with these recommendations to allow for flexibility, contingent upon Council direction.

Further discussion followed on the pros and cons of having a professionally managed portfolio versus staff managing it for the City and the timeline for adopting the Policy.

2. DISCUSS THE FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 PRELIMINARY PROPOSED BUDGET Finance Director Martinez presented the staff report, which is on file in the Finance Department.

The Commission and Staff discussed general fund revenue changes; decline of shortterm vacation rental permits due to the permanent ban; changes in general fund expenditures; public safety (police and fire) services costs, anticipated cost increases, and current level of services for police; and timeline for budget adoption.

The Commission inquired about the status of the Talus project, formerly SilverRock, and the City’s obligations under the Purchase, Sale, and Development Agreement with 500 CLICK HERE to Return to Agenda
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REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING
SilverRock Development Company; Staff noted negotiations are underway and any available updates will be provided at future Council meetings.

Additional discussion followed on position allocations; total current positions; and Measure G fund allocations for Highway 111 Corridor Area Plan implementation, which includes the road improvements; and Welcome Center improvements projects at the recently acquired property by the City, formerly La Quinta Palms Realty office.

DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS – taken out of agenda order
Staff requested to present Departmental Report Item No. 2 before Departmental Report Item No. 1; the Commission concurred.

2. FOURTH QUARTER 2023 (OCTOBER-DECEMBER) SALES TAX UPDATE FOR THE CITY OF LA QUINTA >> > taken out of Agenda order Staff provided an economic update for sales tax for the City of La Quinta.

1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT CURRENT AND FUTURE INITIATIVES
Staff provided an update on current and upcoming Finance Department projects and City events.

The Commission and staff discussed expenditures for the Highway 111 Corridor project; reasons for delays in the audit for the completion of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; and any anticipated budget adjustment changes.

The Commission inquired about upcoming vacancies on the Financial Advisory Commission. Vice-Chair Anderson confirmed the four seats available.

COMMISSIONERS’ ITEMS

1. COMMISSION RECOMMENDED CHANGES TO THE 5-YEAR CAPITAL

IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP)
Commissioner Batavick provided the Commission with a breakdown on recommended changes to the 5-year CIP (Handout 1) as well as a redlined CIP revenue summary chart (Handout 2) showing the recommended changes for use of Measure G funds to be provided for Council’s consideration. Further discussion followed on the allocated reserves balance for Measure G funds and the timeline for providing the Commission’s recommended changes to the 5-year CIP and Measure G fund allocations for Council’s consideration.
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FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES 4 MAY 8, 2024

REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING

ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Mills/Mast to adjourn this meeting at 5:57 p.m. Motion passed: ayes – 6, noes – 0, abstain – 0, absent – 1 (Dorsey).

Respectfully submitted,
Jessica Delgado, Administrative Technician/Commission Secretary City of La Quinta, California
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