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CAC 11 14 2002C� • Tjht 4 4 09&ro CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION AGENDA La Quinta Civic Center Study Session Room 78-495 Calle Tampico - La Quinta, CA 92253 14 November 2002 7:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER A. Pledge of Allegiance B. Roll Call II. PUBLIC COMMENT The Chair reserves the right to limit discussion on any topic to five minutes or less. III. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Corrections, deletions or reorganization of the agenda. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Financial Report for October, 2002 B. Approval of Minutes of October 10, 2002 C. Department Report for September, 2002 V. PUBLIC HEARING VI. BUSINESS ITEMS A. Omri and Bonie Restaurant Art Piece B. Bruce Thomas Art Work VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIALS A. Performing Arts Events B. Point Happy Dedication Recap -Verbal Report C. Artist Partnership Day Recap -Verbal Report VIII. COMMISSIONER ITEMS IX. ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING INFORMATION December 12, 2002 7:00 PM La Quinta Civic Center Study Session Room \\CLQADMFS1\SHARED\C0MMUNITY SERVICES\CACOMM\AGN.11.14.02.DOC • 40V. CONSENT CALENDAR A. City of La Quinta Recap Arts in Public Places Available Funds 10/31/02 Deposits collected through development Interest earned City Contribution Total Sources Less expenditures: Operating expenses Maintenance expenses Art purchased Total Uses Equity Available before encumbrances and committments: Add back Accounts Payable Reduction for Interest Receivable Cash Available before encumbrances and committments: Less Encumbrances - Less Commitments: Hwy 111 TDC - Credits Hwy 111 TDC - Future Louis De Martino Louis De Martino - modifications K.Emerson & A.Dematteis - Spray tower Washington St. Bridge -Artwork Construction Civic Center Art Purchase Construction of Base for New Art Piece -City Hall City Entrance Monuments Obelisks Pilot Program -City Street Markers Civic Center Campus - Native American themes - P. Ladochy Civic Center Campus - LQ Mountain range - B. Ware Civic Center Campus - Sandy Swan - Bronze relief map Civic Center Campus - Animal tracks - Sandy Swan Civic Center Campus - TDK Design Civic Center Campus - CIP Admin Civic Center Campus - Available Water Feature - La Quinta Court Additional work - water feature LQ Court Phase 1 - Jefferson St Bridge Artwork Jefferson Bridge artwork - bridge railings Place/repaint Darroll art piece (piece donated, accepted by Council 6/19/01) Base for Reiman art piece (Wilderness Totem) Point happy artwork project Senior Center art mural Residency Inn sculpture project Total Commitments - Art Purchases Total Commitments - Art Maintenance Total available funds 10/31/02 FY 2003 Cumulative Current through Year-To- 06/30/02 Date Total $1,502,683.23 $33,488.94 $1,536,172.17 211,275.19 $2,058.40 213,333.59 50,000.00 0.00 50,000.00 1,763,958.42 35,547.34 1,799,505.76 22,423.52 900.00 23,323.52 1,830.00 0.00 1,830.00 1, 057, 558.25 108, 713.46 1,166, 271.71 1,081,811.77 109,613.46 1,191,425.23 682,146.65 (74,066.12) 608,080.53 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 682,146.65 (74,066.12) 608,080.53 0.00 0.00 0.00 9,418.07 14,581.93 13,217.00 17,900.00 960.37 0.00 2,324.00 2,938.50 14,167.76 22,657.53 19,199.67 11,250.00 26,320.46 6,542.50 34,000.00 14,719.00 104,101.83 9,156.25 11,525.00 0.00 0.00 9,500.00 750.00 0.00 0.00 92,000.00 '1JI ,LL.7.0I 0.00 Z�l /u,235u.00 11 /04/2002 File: APP.WK4(� - 002 • LJ City of La Quinta Arts in Public Places Recap Expenditures Inception to 10/31/02 Operating Expenses: Conference - Phoenix 07/24/92 Bank of America 07/31/92 Meg Robertson Page 1 Expended 821.66 244.08 $1,065.74 10/15/92 A.E.S. 23.70 01/12/93 Jerry Allan 2.275.00 03/10/93 Regents - University of Calif. 105.00 03/31/93 Martin & Chapman 242.05 03/31/94 City of La Quinta Admin Fee 6,000.00 05/10/95 Rositas Shamis - Reimburse for supplies 35.91 06/30/98 Charrie Chappie Travel 325.21 06/30/98 Elaine Reynolds Travel 360.61 06/30/98 Rosita Shamis Travel 2.141.01 06/30/98 Susan Benay Travel 1,125.32 06/30/98 Americans For The Arts Registration 150.00 09/30/98 Susan Benay Travel - Reverse (1,125.32) 01/25/99 Art in La Quinta Inserts (Arrow Printing) 1,150.00 05/07/99 Recreation Brochures 473.50 05/29/99 Summer Brochures (Arrow Printing) 1,239.13 O6/30/99 Patrick Welch - Anderson Travel 428.00 06/30/99 Welch/Reynolds -Atlanta Hilton 1,313.28 06/30/99 Susan Benay - Best Western 245.00 06/30/99 Ca Assembly of Local Arts 199.00 O6/30/99 Welch/Reynolds - Americans for the Arts Reg. 600•00 06/30/99 Susan Benay - Travel 272.36 08/19/99 US Postmaster: 05/19/1999 Appropriation -Summer Brochure 160.00 08/29/99 Arrow Printing - brochures 1,481.60 11/29/99 CA Assembly of Local Arts 75.00 12/14/99 US Postmaster: Brochure 160.00 01/08/00 Arrow Printing- Brochures 1,636.75 02/11/00 Travel & Conference - Credit (931.64) 03/06/00 Americans for the Arts 150.00 512/00 U S Postmaster - postage 160.00 6/30/00 Russell Jacques - Art Base 693.75 7/31/00 Russell Jacques - Art Base (693.75) 8/00 Maintenance -art piece 500.00 8100 Global Mural Conference 2000 100.00 8/00 U.S. Postmaster: Brochure 320.00 9/00 Reclassify maint. to separate account (500.00) 2101 Art Wall Certificates 268.81 8/01 Freight, packing for sculpture 275.00 8/01 Reclass expenditures at year end (1,060.00) 5/02 Fine Art Appraisal 425.00 11/01 Bruce Kribbs supplies - reclassified from General Fund 5/02 128.00 3/02 APP Supplies - reclassified from General Fund 5/02 55.50 06/02 Jacobs Excavation/trucking 375.00 08/02 A.C.Crane & Salvage (dismantle, move Rainbow sculpture) 900.00 Total Operating Expenses $23,323.52 Art Maintenance Expenses authorized by CouncT Expended 6/30/01 Total through 6/30/01 (carried to Fiscal 2002) 1,060.00 6/30/02 Total through 6/30/02 770.00 Total - prior years 1,830.00 Year to Date, Fiscal 2003 Total Art Maintenance Costs charged to APP u uu $1,830.00 11/04/2002 File: APPOt City of La Quinta Arts in Public Places Recap Expenditures Inception to 10/31/02 Page 2 Total Balance of Art Purchases: Commitments Expended Commitments 06/09/92 Adams/Truman PTA 846.00 $846.00 0.00 07/31/92 Hwy 111 TDC - Paid 47,578.99 47,578.99 0.00 07/31/92 Hwy 111 TDC - Credits 10,810.63 1.392.56 9,418.07 07/31/92 Hwy 111 TDC - Future 36,610.38 22,028.45 14,581.93 12/15/1992 Ministrelli TT25429 15,000.00 15,000.00 0.00 04/14/93 Louis De Martino 73,500.00 60,283.00 13,217.00 06/01/01 Louis De Martino - modifications 34,900.00 17,000.00 17.900.00 06/29/94 K.Emerson & A.Dematteis - Gate 10,000.00 10,000.00 0.00 06/29/94 K.Emerson & A.Dematteis - Mosiac Tiles 10,000.00 10,000.00 0.00 06/29/94 K.Emerson & A.Dematteis - Spray tower 31,000.00 30,039.63 960.37 06/06/1995 Bear Creek Path Art Work 5,000.00 5.000.00 0.00 01/16/1996 Fritz Burns Park - Spray Tower installation 16,786.00 16,786.00 0.00 05/21/1996 Rancho La Quinta - Paid 35,000.00 35,000.00 0.00 05/21/1996 Rancho La Quinta - Credit 35,000.00 35,000.00 0.00 12/17/96 Fritz Bums Park - Art Fernandez 37,000.00 37,000.00 0.00 06/17/97 Marcia Gibbons-L.Q. Car Wash 10,000.00 10,000.00 0.00 06117/97 Eagle Hardware -Credit 43,000.00 43,000.00 0.00 05/05/98 Washington St. Bridge-Navarrete/Holmes & Narver) 3,000.00 3,000.00 0.00 07/07/98 Landscaping for Artpiece-Hwy111/Wash. St 18,800.00 18,800.00 0.00 09/15/98 Washington St. Bridge-Navarrete/Holmes & Narver) 39,500.00 39,500.00 0.00 10/20/98 Washington St. Bridge -Artwork Construction 21,999.00 21,999.00 0.00 03/16/99 Civic Center Art Purchase 7,327.00 5,003.00 2,324.00 04/06/99 Construction of Base for New Art Piece -City Hall 4,000.00 1,061.50 2,938.50 05/18/99 City Entrance Monuments 299,713.00 285,545.24 14,167.76 07/01/99 Obelisks Pilot Program -City Street Markers 91,312.00 68,654.47 22,657.53 09/07/99 City Entrance Monument Right -of -Way (#655) 15,000.00 15,000.00 0.00 01/18/2000 Civic Center Campus - Native American themes - P. Ladochy 57,600.00 38,400.33 19,199.67 01/18/2000 Civic Center Campus - LQ Mountain range - B. Ware 90,000.00 78,750.00 11,250.00 01/18/2000 Civic Center Campus - Sandy Swan - Bronze relief map 35,094.00 8,773.54 26,320.46 01/18/2000 Civic Center Campus - Animal tracks - Sandy Swan 13,085.00 6,542.50 6,542.50 01/18/2000 Civic Center Campus - TDK Design 34,000.00 0.00 34,000.00 01/18/2000 Civic Center Campus - CIP Admin 14,719.00 0.00 14,719.00 01/18/2000 Civic Center Campus - Available 104,101.83 0.00 104,101.83 05/02/00 Construction of Base for New Art Piece -City Hall 2,693.75 2,693.75 0.00 02/06/01 Original concept water feature/LQ Court 65,000.00 55,843.75 9,156.25 06/05/01 Additional work - water feature LQ Court 22,525.00 11,000.00 11,525.00 02/01/2001 Phase 1 - Jefferson St Bridge Artwork 3,000.00 3,000.00 0.00 07/03/01 Jefferson Bridge artwork - bridge railings 7,800.00 7,800.00 0.00 07/17/01 Placelrepaint Darroll art piece (piece donated, accepted by Council 6/19101) 9,500.00 0.00 9,500.00 07/17/01 Base for Reiman art piece (Wilderness Totem) 750.00 0.00 750.00 8/01 Point happy artwork project 94,950.00 94,950.00 0.00 11/01 Senior Center art mural 4,000.00 4,000.00 0.00 9/02 Residency Inn sculpture project 92,000.00 0.00 92,000.00 Total Art Purchases $1 603 501 58 $1,166,271.71 $437 229.87 11 /04/2002 n04 File: APP.WK4 n \J \J City of La Quinta Arts in Public Places Recap Expenditures Inception to Number Artwork 1 Air Motion 2 Animal Column 3 Desert Mural 4 Bear Creek Bike Path Art 5 Eagles 6 Gates at the Pool - Gateway to the Desert 7 Gem of the Desert 8 Kennedy Art Piece - Rotary Donation 9 Sidewalk Mosiac Squares - Dances with the Landscape 10 Rancho La Quinta Don 11 Spray Structure - In between Earth and Sky water life to all creatures 12 Sun & Moon Beam 13 Washington St Bridge Railing 14 City Entrance Monuments 15 Bus Stop Metal Work - Replace Fritz burns Park Playground Equip 16 Obelisks 17 LQ Court Water Feature 18 Jefferson St Bridge Railing 19 Lizards - Civic Center Campus South Entrance 20 Civic Center Campus - Native American themes - P. Ladochy 21 Civic Center Campus - LQ Mountain range - B. Ware 22 Civic Center Campus - Tree of Life - Sandy Swan - Bronze relief map 23 Civic Center Campus - Animal tracks - Sandy Swan 24 Civic Center Campus - TDK Design 25 Civic Center Campus - CIP Admin 26 Civic Center Campus - Available 27 Art Base for R. Jacques Artwork 28 Art Base for Lizards Artwork 29 Senior Center Art Mural 30 Point Happy Artwork Project 31 Residency Inn Sculpture Project Total Art Purchases to date 11 /04/2002 10/31/02 Expended 15,000.00 0.00 10,000.00 5,000.00 43,000.00 10,000.00 90,646.00 0.00 10,000.00 70,000.00 46,825.63 77,283.00 64,499.00 300,545.24 37,000.00 68,654.47 66,843.75 10,800.00 5,003.00 38,400.33 78,750.00 8,773.54 6,542.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 2,693.75 1,061.50 4,000.00 94,950.00 0.00 1,166,271.71 Page 3 n05 File: APP.WK4 City of La Quinta Recap Arts in Public Places Interest Earned Annual Interest FY 1990/91 3,525.59 FY 1991 /92 11,646.54 FY 1992/93 12,156.96 FY 1993/94 7,137.38 FY 1994/95 11,444.17 FY 1995/96 14,109.65 FY 1996/97 16,170.79 FY 1997/98 14,845.19 FY 1998/99 28,328.00 FY 1999/00 32,168.62 FY 2000/01 36,787.35 FY 2001 /02 22,954.95 Total Accumulated Interest $211,275.19 FY 2002/03 Interest YTD 2,058.40 Interest Through 10/31/02 213,333.59 Note: The City records interest earned on pooled cash quarterly. Dos 11/04/2002 File: APP.WK4 La� . c . • IV. CONSENT CALENDAR C. IQ a Q�q �OFT1�F TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY CO NCIL FROM: DODIE HORVITZ, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTO DATE: OCTOBER 15, 2002 SUBJECT: TRANSMITTAL COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2002 UPCOMING EVENTS OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2002: Nov 1 *IID Electric Bill Assistance Nov 2 Stargazing, La Quinta Cove Oasis Nov 3 Carlsbad Village Faire Excursion Nov 4 *Monthly Putting Contest Nov 4 *Microsoft Excel Computer Class Nov 4 *Beginning Rug Hooking Nov 4 *Windows 98/2000/XP Computer Course Nov 5 Italian for Travelers, Senior Center Nov 5 Big Picture Painting Class, Senior Center Nov 5 *AARP Driver Safety Program Nov 5 *Knitting Class Nov 6 *Bridge Lessons Nov 7 Conversational Russian Nov 7 Rug Hooking, Senior Center Nov 7 *Asset Planning Seminar Nov 9 Shopping Excursion to Algodones, Mexico Nov 9 *Arts & Crafts Fair Nov 11 Beginning Computers, Senior Center Nov 12 *Dog Training Class Nov 13 *New Sketching/Drawing Class Nov 14 *Complimentary Ballroom Dance Class Nov 14 *Cooking Class Nov 14 Adobe Photoshop Elements Nov 14 Eat Your Medicine, Gourmet Cooking Class, La Quinta High School Nov 15 *Free Hi -CAP Counseling Nov 18 *Stained Glass Class for Beginners Nov 19 *Free Hearing Consultations Nov 20 *Dental Implants Seminar Nov 21 *Thanksgiving Luncheon Nov 26 *CPR Class Nov 26 Taekwondo Classes, La Quinta High School Nov 26 Hatha Yoga Classes, Senior Center Nov 27 Vinyasa Flow Yoga Classes, Senior Center Nov 27 A Holiday Baking Extravaganza, La Quinta High School *Daytime Senior Center class or activity 010 T4',t 4 Qu&rcv Community Services Department Attendance Report for the Month of September 2002 Summary Sheet Program 2002 2001 Variance Sessions Per Month 2002 2001 Leisure Classes 65 19 46 22 8 Special Events 238 52 186 4 1 Adult Sports 396 150 246 21 8 Senior Center 919 738 181 58 37 Total 1618 959 659 105 54 Senior Services Senior Center 527 538 -11 15 9 Total 527 538 -11 15 9 Sports Complex Use AYSO 1,650 1450 200 15 20 LQ & PD Football 200 200 0 12 12 Total 1,850 1650 200 27 32 Total Programs 3,995 31147 848 147 95 Volunteer Hours Senior Center 430 557 -127 Total Volunteer Hours 4301 557 -127 Monthly Revenue Senior Center $ 7,464.50 $ 5,273.00 $ 2,191.50 Community Services $ 11,189.00 $ 10,527.00 $ 662.00 Total Revenue I $ 18,653.50 $ 15,800.00 $ 2,853.50 Revenue Year to Date Senior Center $ 9,695.00 $ 9,119.00 $ 576.00 Community Services $ 21,237.00 $ 15,060.00 $ 6,177.00 Total Revenue to Date $ 30,932.00 $ 24,179.00 $ 6,753.00 O11 • • Community Services Program Report for September 2002 2nn2 Inn, 13nne enn4 Participants Participants Variance Meetings Meetings Leisure Classes Intermediate Computers 3 7 -4 2 2 Beginning Computers 3 9 -6 3 2 Adobe Photoshop Elements 4 0 4 2 0 Digital Photography 8 0. 8 2 0 Classic/Latin Ballroom Dance 8 0 8 3 0 Tae Kwon Do 6 3 3 4 4 Conversational Russian 3 0 3 2 0 Hatha Yoga 301 01 30 41 0 Totals 651 191 461 22 1 8 2002 2nn1 jnn,5 onn, Participants Participants Variance Meetings Meetings Special Events Summer Golf Tour Banquet 60 52 8 1 1 Ground Breaking Ceremonies 150 0 150 2 0 Angles Baseball Excursion 281 01 28 1 0 Totals 2381 521 1861 41 1 2002 2001 inn,) gnni Participants Participants Variance Meetings Meetings Adult Sports Open Gym Basketball 256 70 186 17 7 Adult Soccer League 140 80 60 4 1 Totals 396 150 246 21 8 Recreation Totals 6991 2211 4781 471 17 Page 2 012 A& Senior Center AttendanceA& low Participation 2002 Participation IW_lance 2001 Meetings Meetings 2002 2001 Senior Activities ACBL Bridge 110 114 -4 4 4 Bridge, Duplicate/Social 315 247 68 14 10 Knitting Guild 14 0 14 1 0 Monthly Birthday Party 33 34 -1 1 1 Monthly Luncheon 106 94 12 1 1 Movie Time 72 69 3 8 4 Putting Contest 7 6 1 1 1 Senior Activity Total 657 564 93 30 21 Senior Leisure Classes Arts and Crafts 17 0 17 2 0 Ballroom Dance 32 6 26 4 4 Ceramics 13 10 3 4 4 Computer 34 5 29 6 1 Computer Tutor 7 2 5 7 2 CPR Class 10 5 5 1 1 Exercise 41 45 -4 12 11 Golden Tones 35 17 18 3 2 Painting 11 14 -3 3 3 Quilting 29 32 -3 4 3 Rug Hooking 2 7 -5 2 3 Tai Chi 13 31 -18 3 3 Yoga 18 0 18 7 0 Senior Leisure Classes Total 262 174 88 58 37 TOTAL SENIOR PROGRAMS 919 738 181 88 58 Senior Services A.A.R.P. "55 Alive" 42 54 -12 2 2 Bono's Mobile Office 4 0 4 1 0 FIND Food Distribution 313 377 -64 4 4 HEAP Utility Program 58 0 58 2 0 Hearing Consuftation 1 3 -2 1 1 Homeowners/Renters Assistance 8 0 8 2 0 I.I.D. Energy Assistance 38 36 2 n/a n/a I.I.D. Energy Assistance/No fee 4 10 -6 n/a n/a Legal Consultation 4 16 -12 1 2 Medicare/Hi Cap Consultation 12 5 7 2 n/a Volunteers 43 37 6 n/a n/a TOTAL SENIOR SERVICES 527 538 -11 15 9 SENIOR CENTER TOTAL 1446 1276 170 103 67I 013 • S VI. BUSINESS ITEMS A T4ht 4 XP Q" CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION MEETING DATE: November 14, 2002 ITEM TITLE: Omri and Bonie Restaurant Art Piece RECOMMENDATION: As deemed appropriate by the Cultural Arts Commission. BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW: The restaurant Omri and Bonie's is being constructed on the corner of Washington Street and Lake La Quinta Drive. The owner, Omri Sikai has proposed an art piece be located on the corner of Washington Street and Lake La Quinta Drive. Mr. Sikai has commissioned artist Roger Hopkins to produce the art piece, a sketch is provided as Attachment A. The art piece consists of three granite slabs standing upright, with a granite "top". The art piece material will reflect the material found as part of the construction of the restaurant. The Omri and Boni's restaurant project has paid $2,883.62 into the Art in Public Places account. The art piece is anticipated to cost $32,500, as provided in Attachment B. It is anticipated that a representative of this project will attend the November 14, 2002 Cultural Arts Commission meeting to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding this project. Once the Commission has reviewed the project, staff will forward the Commission's recommendation to the City Council for consideration. ALTERNATIVES: The alternatives available to the Commission are: \\CLQADMFSI\SHARED\Community Services\CAComm\CACRPT.320.0mri & Boni Art Piece 11-14-02.doc 014 0 0 1. Recommend the art piece proposed for Omri and Boni's restaurant be considered for funding from the Art in Public Places fund in an amount not to exceed $32,500; or 2. Do not recommend the art piece proposed for Omri and Boni's restaurant be considered for funding from the Art in Public Places fund; or 3. Provide staff with alternative direction. Dodie Horvitz, C Attachment: unity Services Director A. Sketch of Proposed Art Piece B. Artist Information S:\Community Services\CAComm\CACRPT.320.Omri & Boni Art Piece 11-14-02.doc 015 • • ATTACHMENT B www. KogerHop,Lins.com Roger Hopkins - Sculptor Stone imports 4-"89 Town Center Way Suite D Palm Desert, California 9ZZ60 MoWc : (978) 828 3605 e-mail: r6opkinsorog4opkins.com RE : "Desert Dolmen" There is a Part of everyone that recognizes some feeling or link to the Past wren they are in the Presence of ancient stones. The earliest artistic endeavors of man were the erection of standing stones anti many of these are still standing scattered around the globe. Although the meaning of these ancient stones will never 6e uncovered the emotion and effort are felt today. The "Desert Dolmen" is meant to inspire an ancient artistic link which will celebrate the beauty of the chosen stones Plus a mint of man's influence with their structure.and mysterious polished surfaces. The towering stones will invite close inspection and the polished surfaces will provide a rare and surprising tactile experience. A polished fallen stone near the upright will provide a convenient resting spot for one to enjoy not only the artistic dolmen 6ut the unparalleled view of La Quinta's famous mountains. ,. 7 018 • Www. KogerHopLins.com Roger Hopkins - Sculptor Stone Imports 44489 Town Center Way Suite D Palm Dcscrt, California 92260 Mobile : (978) 828 5605 a-masi: rnopkinsorogernopkinsxom Qmri & boni Restaurant 75-675 Hwy t 1 1 Palm Desert, CA 92260 RE-: "Desert Dolmen" F-I November 6, 2002 Dear Qmri, I have Put the following 6uJget together for the Proposed sculpture in front of your new restaurant in La Ouinta. I am not sure if an engineer will be required, but if so that would require an additional charge. Stones Crane and Transportation Concrete and Misc. Lighting Labor & Sculptor's Fee ••• $5000 $1500 $5000 Total ( , $52500 019 0 0 020 VI. BUSINESS ITEMS B T-itit 4 4Q" CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION MEETING DATE: November 14, 2002 ITEM TITLE: Bruce Thomas Art Work RECOMMENDATION: As deemed appropriate by the Cultural Arts Commission. BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW: On December 15, 1992, the City of La Quinta provided funds for a public art piece to be located at the Painted Cove development. The artist of the piece, Bruce Thomas, provided the art piece "Air Motion" as provided in Attachment A. On December 4, 2001, the Painted Cove development donated the art piece to the City of La Quinta. Since this time, the art piece has been stored awaiting a new location. Mr. Thomas has recommended the art piece be placed in a pond, as in the original concept. At this time, the City does not have a location that provides a pond for the art piece. The Cultural Arts Commission has requested this art piece be reinstalled. A location would need to be identified and the proper base be constructed. Once the Commission determines a location, staff will get a quote for the construction of a pond and installation of the artwork and present this information for City Council consideration. Mr. Thomas will be attend the November 14, 2002 Cultural Arts Commission meeting to answer any questions the Commission may have regarding the art piece. ALTERNATIVES: S:\Community Services\CAComm\CACRPT.319.Bruce Thomas Art Work 11-14-02.doc 021 The alternatives available to the Commission are: 1. Identify a location for the Air Motion art piece and direct staff to get a quote for construction of base and installation; or 2. Do not identify a location for the Air Motion art piece; or 3. Provide staff with alternative direction. DodieTlorvitz, Con+iunity Services Director Attachments: A. Photographs of Air Motion Art Piece S:\Community Services\CAComm\CACRPT.319.Bruce Thomas Art Work 11-14-02.doc 022 ATTACHMENT 023 ` � j•y rr „ 1 Ar ram.• ` tisK...l;�_ s —`i r _ h ,p f �• !• 'W.�= ram.. • a CORR. & WRITTEN MATERIAL A ceit!t 4 *OP Q" CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION MEETING DATE: November 14, 2002 ITEM TITLE: Performing Arts Events BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW: At the October 11, 2002 Cultural Arts Commission, the Commission directed staff to contact various performers for possible entertainment at the Civic Center Dedication and Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony to be held on December 7, 2002. Attachment A provides the staff report that was presented to the City Council, on behalf of the Cultural Arts Commission at the November 5, 2002 City Council meeting. The City Council approved the Commission's recommendation for two performing arts events, one to be held as part of the Civic Center Dedication and the other one held in conjunction with the Community Picnic in April. Staff is working with the performers to finalize the contracts and provide information regarding the events. The Cultural Arts Commissioners will be needed during the Civic Center Dedication and Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony (Dedication) to act as hosts for the event at the City Hall Courtyard, as well as provide refreshments for the public in the City Hall courtyard. Staff will contact the Commissioners as plans are finalized with specific tasks for the Dedication. Dodie Horvitz, Comm nity Services Director Attachment A: Staff Report Dated November 5, 2002 S:\Community Services\CAComm\CACRPT.32 1. Performing Arts Events 11-14-02.doc 025 A . . ATTACHMENT A COUNCILIRDA MEETING DATE: Approval of the Cultural Arts Commission's Recommendation For Two Performing Arts Events RECOMMENDATION: AGENDA CATEGORY: BUSINESS SESSION: November 5, 2002 CONSENT CALENDAR: STUDY SESSION: PUBLIC HEARING: Approve the two performing arts events as recommended by the Cultural Arts Commission, approve a total amount not to exceed $18,302 for the combined events and authorize the City Manager to enter into performance agreements with each performer. FISCAL IMPLICATIONS: The Cultural Arts Commission has requested, via their 2002-03 Work Plan, $40,000 for up to four performing arts events to be held throughout Fiscal Year 2002-03. During budget consideration, the City Council allocated $40,000 for Community Special Events, in the Community Services Department budget, Account # 101-251- 609-536. CHARTER CITY IMPLICATIONS: None. BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW: As provided in the Cultural Arts Commission (Commission) annual work plan, the Commission would like to offer up to four performing arts events during Fiscal Year 2002-03, as provided in Attachment 1. At the July 2,, 2002 City Council meeting, the City Council discussed funding performing arts events in lieu of the Village Faire events held in the past, as provided in Attachment 2. During discussions by the Cultural Arts Commission, the Commission determined by incorporating performing arts events into existing City events, the existing events would be enhanced while offering performing events in an economical manner. S:\Community Services\CCReports\CC.2232.Approval of Cultural Arts Events 11-05-02..doc. 027 11 To accomplish this. goal, the Commission has discussed arranging for performing artists at the Civic Center Campus Dedication and Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony (Dedication) as well as part of the annual Community Picnic in April. As presented in Attachment 1, the Commission anticipated a budget of up to $10,000 per event. The Cultural Arts Commission would like to hire six different performing artists/groups for the Dedication and one at the annual Picnic. Included in the cost of the performers is the estimated cost to provide the necessary sound and lighting equipment needed for the events. Civic Center Campus Dedication and Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony The six performances at the Dedication event being proposed include: The Marine Corp. Band Twentynine Palms Marching Band La Quinta High School Color Guard La Quinta High School Band Niels Lund and the Peanut Butter Cookies Band The Magic of David J. Las Adelitas Mariachi Femenil Attachment 3 provides a tentative entertainment schedule for the Dedication. SPECIFIC PERFORMERS The Marine Corp. Band Twentynine Palms Marching Band: The Marine Corp. Marching Band (Band) will perform from 3:00-4:00 p.m. It is anticipated that the band will begin the events at 3:00 by marching from a specific location to the Historic Plaza where the Dedication ceremony will begin. At this time, the presentation of colors will be performed and a brief presentation will take place. After the presentation of the Civic Center Campus, the individuals acknowledged as part of the Acknowledgment Area art pieces will be recognized. It is anticipated that the band will march from the Historic Plaza to the Veteran's Acknowledgment Area. There they will play the service anthems from the four branches of the military represented as part of the Acknowledgment Areas. Attachment 4 provides information regarding the Marine Corp. Band Twentynine Palms Marching Band. Although the band is not requesting a fee for their performance, they have requested that lunch be provided for the band members. The band will be marching in the International Tamale Festival parade in Indio on the morning of December 7, and then again in the Palm Springs Festival of Lights in Palm Springs that evening. The band will perform for the Civic Center Campus Dedication between these two events, therefore has requested lunch be provided. It is estimated that the cost of lunch for the 45-member band will be $600. S:\Community Services\CCReports\CC.2232.Approval of Cultural Arts Events 11-05-02..doc. (I 28 The La Quinta High School Color Guard will present the flags for the Dedication, in conjunction with the Marine Corp. band. The Commission would like to offer a donation of $250 to the Color Guard for their participation. The La Quinta High School Band will provide tunes at the Acknowledgment Areas for the Artists and Sports Figures to complement the Marine Corp. band that will provide the service anthems for the Veterans. The Commission would like to offer a donation of $250 to the Band for their presentation. Niels Lund and the Peanut Butter Cookies Band: It is anticipated that after the art pieces are acknowledged, the public will be invited to attend a performance at the amphitheater by Niels Lund and the Peanut Butter Cookies Band (Cookies Band). The Cookies Band performance is designed to include audience participation by children and adults. Attachment 5 provides information on the Cookies Band. The cost of the Cookies Band is $4,352. It is anticipated that the Cookies Band will play from 4:00- 6:00 p.m. The Magic of David J. will also be presented. David J. is a magician who has performed in the Coachella Valley for many years (Attachment 6). The magician strolls around and makes balloon figures for participants and does magic tricks. This performer can be at a different location of the Civic Center Campus than the Cookies Band, or can be incorporated as an addition to the Cookies Band. The details of the arrangements are being finalized. The cost to have David J. perform from 4:00-7:00 is $450. At 6:00, the annual tree lighting ceremony will be conducted at a site just north of the amphitheater. After the brief ceremony, it is anticipated that Las Adelitas, a strolling all -female Mariachi band will perform from 6:00-7:00 p.m. The cost of Las Adelitas is $2,400. Information regarding Las Adelitas is provided as Attachment 7. The following is an entertainment cost summary for the Civic Center Campus Dedication and Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony: The Marine Corp. Band Twentynine Palms Marching Band $ 600 La Quinta High School Color Guard $ 250 La Quinta High School Jazz Band $ 250 Niels Lund and the Peanut Butter Cookies Band $4,352 The Magic of David J. $ 450 Las Adelitas Mariachi Femenil $2,400 Total $8,302 The total entertainment cost for the Dedication is within the anticipated budget of $10,000 per event as outlined in the Commission's Work Plan. S:\Community Services\CCReports\CC.2232.Approval of Cultural Arts Events 11-05-02..doc. 029 29 Annual Community Picnic The performer for the Community Picnic has not been selected at this time, however, it is anticipated that funds will be necessary to rent a stage, sound system and to hire performers. It is anticipated that the performing arts budget will not exceed $10,000. The Commission is requesting City Council consideration regarding offering performing arts events on two different occasions: The Civic Center Dedication and Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and the Annual Community Picnic, and authorizing the total expenditure of funds not to exceed $18,302 for two events. FINDINGS AND ALTERNATIVES: The alternatives available to the City Council include: 1. Approve the two performing arts events as recommended by the Cultural Arts Commission, approve a total amount not to exceed $18,302 for the combined events and authorize the City Manager to enter into performance agreements with each performer; or 2. Do not approve the two performing arts events as recommended by the Cultural Arts Commission; or 3. Provide staff with alternative direction. Ily Dodie Horvitz, Attachments: unity Services Director Approved for submission by: Thomas P. Genovese, City Manager 1. Cultural Arts Commission's Work Plan Task 2. Minutes of the June 20, 2002 City Council Meeting 3. Tentative Entertainment Schedule for the Civic Center Campus Dedication and Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony 4. Marine Corp. Band Twenty Nine Palms Marching Band Information 5. Niels Lund and Peanut Butter Cookies Band Information 6. Magic of David J. Information 7. Las Adelitas Information S:\Community Services\CCReports\CC.2232.Approval of Cultural Arts Events 11-05-02..doc. 030 • • ATTACHMENT 1 Cultural Arts Commission Work Plan July 2002 Task: Coachella Valley Cultural Conferences, Workshops, & Events Completion Date: On -going Participants: Commissioners, City Council Suggested Resources: Community members, City Council, Coachella Valley Cities, private cultural arts interests, State and Federal sources, and other appropriate organizations Commission Steps to Completion: • Recommend for City Council consideration one proposed educational conference, workshops & possibly three events such as concerts, dances, puppet shows, chorale and mimes. • Participate in the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and Artist Partnership Day • Work with Coachella Valley Cities to determine proposed speakers and budget for consideration by Council • Solicit contributions to off -set the cost of the program as approved by the City Council • Conduct the conferences, workshops & events Commission Time: Up to 100 hours per event Staff Time: Up to 60 hours per event Fiscal Commitment: Up to $10,000 per event and up to a maximum of $40,000 per year for four events. Staff Role: Provide support and act as a liaison to City Council Council Role: Review purpose of conferences, workshops & events and consider participation and budgets for events 6 032 Cultural Arts Commission Work Plan July 2002 Goal: Chapter 2.75.040 (6) Work cooperatively with City boards, commissions and committees, and other public and private organization in promoting art and cultural activities within the City. 7 033 City Council Minutes 2. ATTACHMENT 2 6 July 2, 2002 MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to approve the use of the Fritz Burns Trailer by Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District (CVRPD) for the tiny tots and after school program and direct staff to continue to work with CVRPD on either a reciprocal agreement on facility use or if necessary to go to a rental situation where it would be utilities only. Motion carried with Mayor Pena ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-90. CONSIDERATION OF THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION'S WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003. Community Services Director Horvitz presented the staff Ceport In response to Council Member Henderson, Ms. Horvitz confirmed each community event will come back to Council for approval. Council Member Adolph noted the City just purchased banners for the Village Faire and stated he hopes they will be used in the future. Mayor Pro Tern Sniff stated he wasn't sure he could support $40,000 for four events and suggested three events at $5,000-$8,000 each. Council Member Adolph noted the cost will depend on the quality of the entertainers. Council Member Henderson noted the amount is "up to,, $10,000 for each event. Council Member Perkins suggested setting an amount but not the number of events and emphasize getting the best quality for the best price. MOTION - It was moved by Council Members Henderson/Adolph to approve the Cultural Arts Commission's Work Plan for FY 2002/2003 and direct the Commission to plan events in lieu of Village Faire and utilize funds identified in the Community Services Department budget under Village Faire for cultural events. Motion carried with Mayor Pena ABSENT. MINUTE ORDER NO. 2002-91. 034 • ATTACHMENT 3 Civic Center Campus Dedication and Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Tentative Entertainment Schedule 3:00-3:10 Marine Corp Band Twenty Nine Palms Marching Band (Campus Dedication) La Quinta High School Color Guard 3:30-4:00 Marine Corp Band Twenty Nine Palms Marching Band (Service Anthems) La Quinta High School Jazz Band (Artists and Sports Figures) 4:00-6:00 Niels Lund and the Peanut Butter Cookies Band (Amphitheater) 4:00-7:00 Magic of David J. 6:00-7:00 Las Adelitas Mariachi 035 n ATTACHMENT 4 1 001marifies Abe rvw. The Pmad. MAGTFTC HOME Band Home Band History► Command Elements, Band Personnel► Band Ensembles► Band Friends► Band News► Photo Album ► Sponsor Requirements► Band FAQ hisAneCorps Uz enhy Enlisted Professional Militar>; Education "Ste} Up To the Challenger' 01 Family► I Publications 01 Locator 1 Links ► Marine Corps Band Twentynine Palms Band Biography Established in the late 1950s, Marine Corps Band Twentynine Palms is one of the youngest of the Marine Corps' musical units. A band from its inception, it was later re-established as a Drum and Bugle Corps and remained a Drum and Bugle Corps until 1990, when a restructure of the Corps' music program formally established the twelve Marine Corps Band we have today. The band travels extensively throughout the United States. Recent tours have seen the band in Cleveland, Ohio; Austin, Texas; Lewiston, Montana; and Logansport, Indiana. Some of the band most popular performances are the Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans, Louisiana, the annual Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California, and the "Tunes of Glory" Intemational Military Tattoo in western Canada. In order to fulfill the mission of providing music for military ceremonies, community events, recruiting programs, and other official events, the 51 Marines of the band perform in a wide variety of ensembles to include a concert band, big band, ceremonial band, show band, country band, and jazz combo, as well as brass and woodwind quintets and a saxophone quartet. The men and women of Marine Corps Band Twentynine Palms are basically trained Marine Riflemen who serve as a perimeter security/machine gun platoon during time of war. With Gulf War veterans in their ranks, they give the full meaning to the term "Marine Musicians." Marine Corps Band Twentynine Palms carries on the proud tradition of military music forged by the whistling fifes and rolling drums of the first Marine Musicians of 1775. The Director and Officer in Charge of Marine Corps Band Twentynine Palms is Chief Warrant Officer Two Thomas P. Mangan. Gunnery Sergeant David W. Anderson is the Enlisted Conductor, the band's acting Drum Major is Staff Sergeant Charles E. Owens, and the acting Instrument Repair Technician is Staff Sergeant Robert J. Orr. 636 http://www.29pahns.usmc.mil/base/band/bio.asp 10/29/2002 rare X. Vl L FIRSTGO V rwwrcuu rrrutw�rr Back Read our Privacy and Security Notice Questions/Comments about these pages: Contact Band Webmaster 0 3'7 http://www.29palms.usmc.mil/base/band/bio.asp 10/29/2002 ATTACHMENT 5 February 17, 20( They've got the baie Wild Animal Park's `Music Days' are a hit with the tyke btad By Cheryl Walker ESCONDIDO — There'll be a whole lot of stompin' going on this weekend at the San Diego Wild Animal Park, but it won't be the sound of elephants' feet that visitors will hear. It'll be much smaller feet keep- ing time to the music when the park presents its 6th annual "Kids Music Days." "We started this to give people something to do in the off-sea- son," said Michelle Rieches, oper- ations area manager for special events at the park "February can be miserable when you're trying to find something to do with your children." Children and their families will have a chance to sing and play along with North County's Nels and the Peanut Butter Cookies Band as they perform original pieces from their two albums, "Live Sandwiches" and "live Chickens." Also performing are Jack Straws and Campfire Cathy. "We have education programs ongoing all the time, but this has really become a favorite and families wait for this each February," Rieches said. "Ifs designed just for youngsters, so this music is just for them. It's interactive and ifs fun." . This event draws at least 1,000 extra people per day to the park Each group gives two shows so visitors can pick the show they'd like to attend. -"Nels and the Peanut Butter Cookies Band has worked with the Zoo a lot," Rieches said. "They are high-spirited and have lots of antics" - - While at the park, families will have plen- ty of time to see all the animals including the Nels and the Peanut Butter Cookies Band highlights the San Diego Wild Animal Parles 6th annual "Kids Music Days," which kicks off Saturday. 3-month-old baby gorMa, Jamani, and the baby giraffe, Ytuke (Y2K This summer the park plans to debut its newest animated chars( ter, a rhino. "We're really excited about this because right now we have just c character, our big teddy bear, Parker, who only visits during th Festival of,Iights," Rieches said. 'Me new rhino is just so darling and were excited because a rhin is our logo. We have yet to name him, but it's got to be something perfect." Other activities include Butterflies and Orchids in the spring and the Festival of lights Christmas. Nels and the Peanut Butter Cookies will play at 1 and 3 p.m. and Jack Straws and Campfire Cathy will perform at noon and p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Mon( at the park,155M San Pas ival Valley Road Escondido. The shows are included in parl admission of $2195 for adults and $14.95 fc children 3 to 11. For more information, call (619) 685-3201. aw'o way is i Uriml 038 p!W-4 ATTACHMENT 6 David J has been with ProvenJawa for the his worth for the enure time. tics pal" a Years and d has personality a go wrih It. Every rhagic is great :lnd he ry week we hav has the to enjoy his entertainment. David is very ti�•sta whp eome back and knows how to read the y good with children and guests and w adults, everyone witf►out intertUplin work the roan,, !) service. getting to antl we alwaysDavid continues to look forward to enjoying and be work for us Rand nefiting /►om his work... 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F 1979 * Performed shows for Trans WorldAlrlines in Newark International Airport, New Jersey and ,I.F.K. Airport, New York City i * Produced and directed the magic for the New York Theurer Ensembles produrrion of Twisted, a Sondheint Revims. 1981-1989 * Performed school shows, children's shows and private, civic, and various organizations including the Boy Scouts of America, Disabled American Veterans, Hospitak, Libraries and others in the Tri- 19119-1995 * Performed restaurant work in Utah and Colorado. 1993-2002 * David J, has Performed Friday Nights at Red Robin Restaurant in Le Quinta for the past 4 years, "Sunday Brunch with David J." for the last 6 years at Bananaz, Palm Desert, the Marriott and other resorts in the Coachella Valley. including The Mery Griffin Ranch, The Lincoln Club, works local street fairs as "That Balloon Guy" David J., and specializes in strolling close-up magic, Stand-up "comedy -magic" entertainment for adults, and children's parties with Magic & Balloons. David J. is serving a fourth year as President of the Coachella Valley Magic Club —International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 291, is a past member of Ring 106, and a past member of the John McNicolas Magicians Round Table in Linden, New Jersey. gif B A L L O O N THESE COLORS DON'T RUN CAPTAIN AMERICA AERIAL SURVEILLANCE ..M.1S$ ,AMERiCA PEACE THE.RED, WHITE.& BLUE J=bF-A im INFLATABLE MOHAWK tv ,HIG.H ON LOVE DAVID J. P.O. BOX 943, PALM SPRINGS,CA. 92263 (760) 322-0613 THEMAGIC0FDAV1DJ,, ,YAIi00.COM 041 ATTACHMENT 7 .Las Adel'tas Xas AdePzras...is a qmI female RwWAI r"p based out of Los *VgW, California. Initiated In 1"6. their nam 11311:1�*s.111W the first fe"We, "Idlem who fo*t in the Mexican Revolution whocalled. thEm:sly ' %as A*dW(*= U.Sing this for inspiration in. thejr.,Musw they.. cqjjbkW. back to the I BW to popular 4-1 Q n Is "Ranchgm-! .11011 have g'audieniceX,. Performed at the 14offywood &WI with Mar i0cht ku jWW Luch* vim*. end at the Festiva! de. Marlachl'x in TucM. Ari2ona, 009iftally started by Undo ROnstadt, where they shared the stage - with; WWI. known Artist's Pedro Fernandez: and Graclela ;they: iver Consulate General of: Thailand the nh* of ;pankWIG HoteCs in Thailand and 1-6V Ka-- n At their !q W-08 so inspired by the"' music and ih4sm4n$hip he. honored the the They are under the musical - direction ,of and Arranger Jose Luis Salinas. who ..for I, MaHachi Los campem as well as 6 yean. - with Qchi Sol dt Mexico hem In California. "They believe that ik."h 042 I a 0 COMMUNITY KINDNESS ly did. Thank you, Mike Mendoza and family. CHARLY PRICE, CAPTAIN, RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE Palm Desert ■ ■ ■ ART PARTNERSHIP: La Quinta High School would like to thank and commend local artists for sharing their time and inspiration with stu- dents Oct. 23 during the an- nual Art Partnership Day. Professional artists pre- sented their techniques to our art students in the LQHS theater. Teachers describe this event as the best ever in the history of the Art Part- nership Day; as a partici- pant, I agree. I feel the overwhelming success of this event is the result of the tireless efforts of Else Loudon, who was per- sonally responsible for seek- ing out artists and all other aspects of event organiza- tion. Else's work made an impact on our students that will have lasting results. Artists, writers, and media professionals each gave demonstrations of their tal- ent and collaborated in giv- ing the students an inspira- I v Z- tional message that anyone can overcome obstacles and achieve, given desire and practice. This to me was the true value of the Art Partner- ship presentations. I would like to thank Mark Stephenson, Clonard Thomas, John Weiden- hamer, Michael Escher, Joyce Spizer, John Kennedy, John LaPorte and Levi Coulter for giving their valu- able time and experiences to our students. I can't wait to see what's in store for our students next year. MATT BUGG, PRINCIPAL La Quinta High School 043