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1989 02 27 CSC Minutes . e e "" . COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES FEBRUARY 27, 1989 Regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order at the hour of 7:00 P.M. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Commissioners Beck, Jaffy, Ladner, Mendoza, Molina (7:05 p.m.), Pina, Chairman Rothschild ABSENT: None WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS- None PUBLIC COMMENT- None OLD BUSINESS A. COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. Human Services Committee a. Selection of Recipient(s) for "LA QUINTA BEAUTIFUL" award for the month of February. Mr. Beck advised that they did not view homes this month because there was a sufficient number of forms from the newsletter mailed in to the City nominating those for the La Quinta Beautiful award. He advised that Chairman Rothschild and Dr. Molina have concurred to categorize homes as Improved; Beautiful; then judge them on a scale from one to ten and then make a consensus. The nominations are then turned into Mrs. Saundra Juhola, Administrative Services Director, for an average consensus. MOTION It was moved by Mrs. Jaffy, seconded by Mrs. Mendoza to nominate as the February recipients the home at 53-980 Obregon for the "La Quinta Beautiful" award; the home at 54-711 Eisenhower for the "Most Improved" award; and the home at 77-350 Arroba for the "Honorable Mention" award. Motion carried. Mrs. Saundra Juhola asked for suggestions from the commission as to what type of an Honorable Mention award they would like to present. Mr. Beck suggested giving a brass plate and certificate to both the Most Beautiful award and the Most Improved t # Community Services ~ Commission Minutes ,., Page 2 eruary 27, 1989 award and the Honorable Mention award to receive a certificate only. In answer to Mr. Beck, Chairman that the commission should not category of an Honorable Mention improved because the awards given meaningless. Rothschild felt create another for the most would become Chairman Rothschild also mentioned that a few nominations sent in were for commercial enterprises, however, he feels that these awards are strictly to inspire those residents in the cove to improve their property. Mr. Beck advised that it had all structures were going residential or commercial. been discussed that to be included whether The Commissioners concurred that the discuss this matter and report Commission at the next meeting. sub-committee back to the b. Report of Anti-Drug Sub-Committee. Mrs. Mendoza advised that a meeting was held to discuss "A Day in the Park". Those in attendance were Martin Beck, Jan Ryan, Dr. Joe Eusterman, Saundra Juhola, and Maureen Mendoza. The date and time recommended by the committee is May 6, 1989, at 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. which will be in conjunction with the City's birthday. A few names discussed for this event are Clean Living in La Quinta; Healthy Living in La Quinta and Loving Life in La Quinta. The committee hopes to get several organizations involved in this event to explain the scope of services they offer in addition to fire, police, code enforcement, etc., that could help citizens to live a clean life in the City of La Quinta. Also, to help encourage good attendance at this event, it has been suggested to have entertainment at the park and involvement of support groups such as the Rotarians and Soroptimist to provide some type of food, drink, etc. at no charge to make it a day of entertainment and education. Mrs. Mendoza advised that the other recommendations presented to the City Council on December 6, 1988, are still under consideration. 2. Parks and Recreation Committee Report - None. . Community Services ~ Commission Minutes ,., Page 3 ~ruary 27, 1989 3. Culture and Fine Arts Committee Report - None. B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JANUARY 25, 1989. MOTION It was moved by Mrs. Jaffy, seconded by Dr. Molina that the Minutes of January 15, 1989, be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS 1. Report on League of California cities Community Services Conference to be held in Monterey April 12-14. Mrs. Juhola advised that because this year's annual conference will be held in Monterey, the trip will be much more expensive. The cost of the trip including air fare will be approximately $800 a person. Mrs. Juhola noted that three members of the commission attended an anti-drug conference in Costa Mesa in October leaving just enough funds for one commissioner to attend. It has been suggested that one of the newest members of the commission be given first choice, and Kay Ladner has indicated a desire to attend this conference. MOTION It was moved by Mrs. Jaffy, seconded by Dr. Molina that Kay Ladner be authorized by the commission to attend the League of California Cities Community Services Conference in Monterey on April 12 - 14 if so approved by the City Council and to bring back a full report. Motion carried unanimously. **************************** Mr. Kiedrowski presented the views of the City Council regarding the Fritz Burns Park Advisory Committee. He advised that it was the intent of the City Council to organize a 15 person Fritz Burns Park committee, and the two members on the Park and Recreation Sub-Committee could attend the meetings if they so desired. This committee would meet as often as deemed necessary within Council guidelines. The City Council would like a recommendation brought to them within 60 days. This recommendation would first be brought to the Community Services Commission for consideration and possible modification or changes prior to going to Council. The meetings will be opened to the public bound by the same laws and rules which govern all City meetings. Mr. Kiedrowski advised that reports will be presented by staff at this Committee meeting so that all will receive the same information from the very beginning. · Community Services ~ Commission Minutes Page 4 ~ruary 27, 1989 ,. . There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m. to the Fritz Burns Park Advisory Committee meeting. Respectfully submitted, JI~{J L ~;nda Cehr City of La Quinta, California