CACMIN 05 22 1995
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION
MINUTES
May 22, 1995
I. CAll TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Cultural Affairs Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the La Quinta Civic
Center Study Session Room. Vice Chairperson Klein presided over the meeting. Pledge of Allegiance was led by
Vice Chairperson Klein.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Commissioner Honey Atkins
Commissioner Kathryn Hull
Commissioner Michelle Klein
Commissioner Martin Langer
Commissioner Toni Lawrence
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Commissioner Steve Berliner
Commissioner Susan Francis
STAFF PRESENT:
Tom Hartung, Interim Parks & Recreation Director
Cristal Spidell, Secretary II
It was moved by Commissioner Langer/Lawrence to excuse Chairperson Francis and Commissioner Berliner from
the meeting this evening. Motion carried unanimously.
II. PLEDGE OF AllEGIANCE
III. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Langer indicated that he did not œsign as President of the Community Concerts Association.
It was moved by Commissioner Hull/Lawrence to approve the minutes as corrected. Motion carried unanimously.
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS - None
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT - None
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIALS
A. Commissioner Berliner Letter to Latin Jazz/Salsa Festival Committee Members - Received & filed.
B. American Park & Recreation Society - Received & filed.
C. Staff Evaluation of Easter Event - Received & filed.
D. Free Concerts List - Received & filed.
VIII. STAFF REPORTS · None
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IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS
A. Review list of Organizations for Mailing
The Commission reviewed the mailing list of organizations throughout the Coachella Valley. Commissioner Hull
will provide additional addresses in a few days, and staff will update the list and distribute new copies at the
next meeting. The Commission then directed staff to send letters to all La Quinta based organizations inviting
them to attend a CAC meeting to share ideas.
x. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Direction of the Commission
Commissioner Hull discussed the direction of the Commission and suggested that a Master Plan would help bring
things into focus.
Commissioner Langer indicated that the Commission is very young, and that it needs to work with other
organizations to determine what their needs are and assist them in any way we can.
Commissioner Atkins does not feel uncomfortable with the direction that the Commission is going.
Commissioner Klein stated that the Commission has accomplished things such as the Work Plan and the Handbook.
Commissioner Lawrence believes that the letters going out to different organizations could create additional items
for the Work Plan, and thus making it a living document.
La Quinta Day at the Museum
Commissioner Atkins suggesting having La Quinta Days at museums similar to the one at Children's Museum of
the Desert, and indicate that it is being offered by the Cultural Affairs Commission. After additional discussion the
Commission determined that this could also be offered at the Palm Springs Museum, the La Quinta Sculpture Park,
or the Living Desert. The Commission concurred that it was a good idea, and suggested contacting a local facility
first. Ms. Atkins will contact Bernardo Gouthier at the La Quinta Sculpture'Park and report back to the Commission.
XI. COMMISSIONER REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
A. Committee or Professional Affiliation Reports
Art In Public Places - The art work at Ralph's Center is now being handled by APP instead of the
developer. Approximately $20,00 is earmarked for the project.
Community Concerts Association - Currently on hiatus. The Outreach Program through the schools is
done.
Encore! - The season is over and they are working on talent for next season. They are also, looking for host
homes which could hold 80-100 people for next season.
LQ Arts League - New Board of Director's and Honey Atkins is the President. On hiatus during the summer
and a lot of plans are in the works for next year.
LQ Chamber of Commerce - 3rd Annual Installation Dinner was a success.
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LQ Historical Society Museum - The month of May is "Tribute to the Incorporation of La Quinta" at the
museum. La Quinta memberobilia which was donated by Kay & Fred Wolff is on display. The hours are
Thursday through Saturday from 10-12:00 pm and 1-3:00 pm.
LQ Little Theater - 12 Dancing Princesses and The Little Princess productions will be held on Friday, June
2nd at the La Quinta Middle School Auditorium at 7:00 p.m.. Tickets are available for $3.00. Donations are
accepted and will be used to support the La Quinta Little Theater program, as well as the La Quinta Middle
School Band.
Round Table West - Harold Robbins, Joe Barbara, and Mr. Blackwell were guests. Next luncheon is June
,26th with Mary Higgins Clark, and Janet Lee whose latest book is "Psycho".
School Site Council Committee - The Committee has adjourned for the school year.
B. Subcommittee Reports
High School Journalism Competition - Commissioner Lawrence distributed a timeline and information
to the Commission regarding contact with individuals for the Journalism Contest. Commissioner Lawrence
will continue to work on the project and expects the event to be held in the Spring, 1996.
Arts Advocacy - The subcommittee members are Commissioners Hull, Klein, and Langer. Commissioner
Hull said that the goal of the Arts Advocacy Program is to present a public forum in the fall. Further contact
will be made with teachers, principals, parents (PTA), as well as Susan Troublefield and DSUSD. The CAC
will not actually put on the forum, it will assist in putting the proper individuals on a panel and those
individuals will run the forum.
La Quinta Pageant - Commissioner Atkins reported that the subcommittee met on May 17th and will be
presenting a proposal to the City Council on June 6th under Reports and Informational Items.
XII. NEXT MEETING DATE, TIME AND TOPIC
Monday, June 26, 1995 7:00 P.M.
La Quinta Civic Center Study Session Room
. Subcommittee Reports
. Discussion of a Cultural Arts Center in La Quinta
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioner Langer/Lawrence to adjourn to the next regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,
June 26, 1995 at 7:00 p.m.. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:19 p.m..
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