WRITTEN
PUBLIC
COMMENTS
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
MAY 20, 2025
ANITA BROADY
LA QUINTA, CA RESIDENT
IMPROVEMENT REQUESTS TO THE LA QUINTA COVE
Dear Madam Mayor and Council Members:
I am a member of the Facebook Group "La Quinta News" and “Next Door” and on many sad occasions I have heard people write posts that misrepresent The La Quinta Cove neighborhood. Yesterday, I was so appalled by several members on the La Quinta News FB page referring to it as a "sketch area" and "I heard it's a bad place to live", and someone even referred to it as "the ghetto". I was so upset that I was forced to respond to two of those inaccurate and not so nice posts about my community.
I'm concerned that this perception has caught on and is gaining momentum which can adversely affect all of us living here as well as affect the City of La Quinta. I've given this a lot of thought over the last year regarding The Cove community and I think that The City can do a lot to help the perception that's on the lips and pens of others:
1. WE NEED CURB APPEAL:
When I moved here 8 years ago. I really liked the white wall with brown letters that welcomed you into the La Quinta Cove. It was on Eisenhower and Calle Sinaloa. I am well aware of the reasons why it was removed but overall, I think that something needs to be done to add impressive signage to the following entryways into the Cove: 1) Eisenhower and Calle Sinaloa. 2) Avenida Bermudas and Avenue 52. 3) Eisenhower and Calle Tampico.
2. WE NEED UPGRADED LANDSCAPING:
We need stellar landscaping at each of the roundabouts that I mentioned above as well as on the Medians on Eisenhower. When I enter Avenue 52 off of Avenida Bermudas, I have a sense of pride when I look at the landscaping along that entire stretch all of the way up to the large Hummingbird. It's beautifully done. When I see the landscaping in The Cove at each of the entryways, I don't feel the same. I'm not saying that it looks awful, but it does not properly represent who we are in The Cove. We can do better.
3. WE NEED ART INSTALLATIONS:
At each of these roundabouts that I listed above we need beautiful art installations. We have the one at Eisenhower & Calle Sinaloa, but it really is not prominently displayed; therefore, the art gets lost.
4. WE NEED MORE CODE COMPLIANCE ON THE STREETS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 20, 2025 - WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS BY RESIDENT ANITA BROADY
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA - REGARDING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COVE We do not have an HOA so we have to rely on citizens or code compliance to keep our neighborhood looking up to par. Many neighbors just don't want to get involved so they will allow poor home and yard maintenance to go on next door to them. Trust me, I understand why they don't want to get involved, we live in a dangerous world, and they want to keep good relations with their neighbor. Therefore, we need The City of La Quinta to be more visible and active in enforcing the rules that The City has set forth for living in this beautiful City.
5. WHAT HAPPENED TO SOME OF OUR SIGNS?
From Eisenhower, I travel up Calle Madrid up to Temecula where I turn left to get to my home. All the street signs are missing on the left-hand side of Calle Madrid as well as one missing on Temecula & Juarez. What happened to the street signs? I know that they were working on them but even the poles are gone now. What's going on?
6. WE NEED THE POWER LINES BURIED:
I know this may cause heartburn for some listening, but I just have to bring it up. I have brought this up a few times and have been told by others that many, many years ago The Cove Community had the option to choose buried power lines or curbs. I can certainly see why they picked curbs; I think I would have made the same selection. But this needs to be revisited, and not at the cost of each resident. Did we only have one bite at the apple? Do we NEVER get to have something else improved? I do not believe that burying these power lines will break The City's bank, but what it will do is help elevate our community which is good for everyone, including The City of La Quinta. I have visited some of the residents here in The Cove and they have power lines that drape right over their pool. I shudder to think what could happen if the power line falls into their pool while they are swimming. Additionally, it would give us all unobstructed views which raises the "happy factor" of all of us living here.
I believe that there is a way to get all of this accomplished and I am willing to put in any effort necessary to have these things, that I view as important, come to life. Just tell me what I need to do. Thank you for allowing me to have a voice so that my requests and concerns can be heard.
Respectfully submitted,
Anita Broady [email protected] 610-883-7270
Over the last decade, the popularity of e-bikes has increased, as they have demonstrated the potential to alleviate congestion and support environmental sustainability.
However, with the increase in their popularity, there has also been a corresponding rise in crashes. According to Zhou et al. (2024), "Various factors, including weather and road/bike path characteristics, crash type, and riders' demographics, play a role in crash outcomes. Particularly interesting are findings relating to the rollover crashes increasing the likelihood of severe consequences as well as gender specific effects, with, for example, male riders having a higher probability of severe injuries during peak hours. The findings can be used to support e-bike safety and advocate for a more nuanced and inclusive approach to e-bike travel".
Are there opportunities for La Quinta to ensure that the Bear Creek Trail is safe for everyone? Is the city already looking into opportunities for everyone to share the trail safely? Recognizing that Pedego may already be providing e-bike riders with a safety guide.
There still may be barriers to safety on the path with e-bikes. Some individuals may include those who cannot hear or may have difficulty getting out of the way of an oncoming bike at high speed. I will admit that this seemed like something of a non-issue until I walked one day and then said, " Ah-ha, this is what they were talking about, e-bikes". If this is already being taken into consideration, that is great. If not, would the city please consider implementing measures that ensure everyone’s safety on the trail?
Thanks,
Christa Christopherson
References:
Zhou, Y., Barbour, N., Abdel-Aty, M., Gu, X., & Chen, Y. (2025). E-bike crashes: Who they affect and which circumstances to avoid? International Journal of Sustainable Transportation, 19(1), 83–101. https://doi.org/10.1080/15568318.2024.2447993 CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 20, 2025 - WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS BY RESIDENT CHRISTA CHRISTOPHERSON
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA - REGARDING E-BIKES ON THE BEAR CREEK TRAIL 1 From: Lisa Moller <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 8:51 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: Written Comments
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Subject maƩer: Safety on the Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature Preserve aka Bear Creek Trail As a 25 year resident in the La Quinta Cove I've walked this trail several Ɵmes a week for many years. My concerns regarding E-Bikes on the paved trail have increased over the past few years with E-bikes becoming more popular. I’ve almost been clipped by an E-biker who did not noƟfy me upon approach. I’ve also witness a very close call with an elderly woman who was startled by an E-bike that whipped by her causing her to loose her balance and fall. E-bike riders on the paved trail do not always yield to pedestrians. When walking the trail I engage in friendly conversaƟon with others who have voiced concerns for their personal safety and the safety of others. Posted signs are desperately needed for safety measures to protect our residents and visitors. Signage is a visual reminder to E-bikers and cyclists to obey laws specifically “Yield to Pedestrians”.
Heres a good math problem…..E-bikes average weight is 70-80 lbs. If an E-bike is traveling at 20mph and hits an average size adult weighing 160 lbs. how devistaƟng would the result of this collision be..? I’m not a math person but I do know the person or persons being hit are going to be in very BAD shape. I want to feel safe on the Fred Wolff Creek Nature Preserve trail. Ideally E-bike should not be able to ride on this trail as it is nature trail. At the very least consider posƟng signage on trail and all entrance points.
Best,
/s/ Lisa Moller
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 20, 2025 - WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS BY RESIDENT LISA MOLLER
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA - REGARDING E-BIKES ON THE BEAR CREEK TRAIL 1 From: Brad Anderson <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 12:46 PM
To: City Clerk Mail
Subject: PUBLIC WRITTEN COMMENT, Agenda Item: Business Session Item No. 1, - City of La Quinta regular Council meeting of May 20, 2025 (4:PM Session) May 19, 2025
City of La Quinta
City Council / City Hall
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA. 92253
Attention: Clerk of the Board
Re: Written testimony in regard to Agenda Item: Business Session Item No. 1 (proposed City Council self-appointing selected Individuals to serve on the newly constructed Coachella Valley Power Agency (CVPA) Board of Directors)
Dear current La Quinta City Council,
Please review my written statements listed below prior to the consideration of agenda Item: 1, listed as a city business Interest (Business Session).
It's reasonable that City officials would desire to select City Council members to serve in a new role as representatives of city intentions and influences as a founding member of the newly constructed (Brand New Govermental agency) currently named Coachella Valley Power Agency (CVPA).
As of the writing of this correspondent, It's reasonable to consider that the (CVPA) have been officially confirmed (announced) as being established. Of course, if that official action was not performed to date, selecting city representatives to serve the (CVPA - JPA) would be premature.
It should be recognized that the construction of the (CVPA) and other undesirable organizations (such as:
EIFD'S/PFD's) were performed by governmental agencies with little to No PUBLIC knowledge/involvement (No direct elected measure) for local community members to consider and or vote to establish if they desired to create more governance over their everyday activities. The (CVPA) was strictly conspired upon and created by (IID) and government officials ONLY.
The city of Indio had already established a simlar situation of a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) with the Imperial Irrigation District (IID) prior to the (CVPA) being openly (Publicly) considered by (IID) constructed to become established with very little knowledge of Indio (IID) ratepayers (City of Indio residents) during a Coachella Valley Energy Commission (CVEC). That (JPA) between the City of Indio and (IID) was allowed Indio City Council meeting that took place only minutes after a (CVEC) meeting had concluded.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 20, 2025 - WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS BY BRAD ANDERSON, RANCHO MIRAGE BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 1 - COACHELLA VALLEY POWER AGENCY APPOINTMENTS 2 Simply put, Indio officials (City Council) imposed a brand new governmental agency to surcharge (fee/tax) Indio residents and businesses (IID ratepayers) for precived future Infrastructure of electricity development within the city.
Its extremely reasonable to consider that those newly SURCHARGE Indio residents (IID ratepayers) have already paid their fair share for infrastructure costs within their neighborhoods and shouldn't be dictated (mandated) by their elected officials to continue to be (taxed) without their consent and or appropriate prior knowledge.
The current (CVPA) scheme appears to be an avenue for stakeholders (involved citys and county officials) to establish resources and influence over other Coachella Valley entities in an attempt to burden current (IID) ratepayers with increased (fees/taxes) to lessen the financial burdens (resources) on developers for future potential infrastructure elements within member Citys and County boundaries.
Please consider that the concocted (JPA) scheme will only succeed if involved parties (local community members) choose to allow their local community (governments) to operate as compromised organization which ONLY serves to increase costs for established residents and businesses (IID ratepayers) while providing an avenue for developers (potential stakeholders) NOT TO PAY THEIR FAIR SHARE for future potential infrastructure elements.
Sincerely,
Brad Anderson | Rancho Mirage, CA. | [email protected] Cc: