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1989 03 27 CSC Minutes ~ e e OLD BUSINESS: ,6 ~ . . COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 27, 1989 Regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order at the hour of 7:08 P.M. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Commissioners Beck, Ladner, Mendoza, Pina (7:35 p.m.), Chairman Rothschild ABSENT: Commissioners Jaffy and Molina WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None PUBLI C COMMENT OLD BUSINESS A. COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. Human Services Committee a. Selection of Recipient(s) for "LA QUINTA BEAUTIFUL" award for the month of March. Mr . Beck exception to now it is concurred. noted that in the see beautiful homes just the opposite. past it was the in the cove but Mr. Rothschild also Mr. Rothschild noted that all welcome to submit nominations Beautiful award. commissioners are for the La Quinta MOTION - It was moved by Mr. Beck to nominate home at 52-860 Obregon award. Motion carried. Mrs. Mendoza, seconded by as th~March recipient the for the "Most Improved" MOTION It was moved by Mrs. Ladner, seconded by Mrs. Mendoza to nominate as the March recipients the home at 51-293 Alvarado for the "La Quinta Beautiful" award and the home at 51-750 Diaz for the "Honorable Mention" award. Motion carried. Community Services 4It Commission Minutes Page 2 ~March 27, 1989 2. Parks & Recreation Committee Report. a. Report and Recommendation of Fritz Burns Park Sub-Committee. Mrs. Ladner briefly summarized the sub-committees ideas and suggestions. She advised that the major problem facing them now is the asbestos found in the buildings which will cost approximately $30,000 to remove. It must be removed before any further action can be taken. Mrs. Ladner advised that the pool was in good condition, however, all equipment needs to be replaced. They also feel it is not located in the most logical place. Mrs. Ladner advised that a sub-committee was formed for the purpose of determining items of historical value. It was found that there were only a few items of interest. A recommendation was approved to check into possibly using the Department of Anthropology at the University of California at Riverside for removal of these items and with their knowledge, they may also find more items of historical value. Mrs. Ladner advised that it is the recommendation of the sub-committee to destroy all the buildings on-site at a cost not to exceed $150,000. She advised that the SWAT team and Fire Department may utilize the buildings for training exercises prior to demolition. Mrs. Ladner stated that it was a unanimous decision of the sub-committee that this site be developed into a swim and tennis center and a family park. Mrs. Mendoza questioned how the sub-committee will determine what groups will use the facilities. Mrs. Ladner advised that they first need to decide how much land will be used for building space and then have the groups report to them with a formal presentation. Mrs. Ladner advised that first priority is the demolition of the buildings then developing the park area for immediate use if possible, and then the construction of the pool with access off of Desert Club. (Mr. Pina joined the meeting at this time.) Communi ty Services e Commission Minutes Page 3 e March 27, 1989 ~ ' MOTION - It was moved by Mrs. Ladner, seconded by Mr. Pina to recommend to city Council the demolition of all the existing buildings on-site at a cost not to exceed $150,000 and that the SWAT team and Fire Department be allowed to utilize the facilities in a timely manner. Motion carried. Mr. Rothschild feels the swimming pool should be Olympic size in order to draw swimming events. At this time, the Commissioners concurred to allow public comment. Kathy Brotherton, member of the Fritz Burns Advisory Committee, expressed her concern with relation to those who seem to be dominating the way in which the park will be developed because they tend to be more vocal than others. Also, Mrs. Brotherton feels the public should have their say in this project whether it be through the newsletter or a poll. Mrs. Ladner commented on the responsibility of the sub-committee and that the members were chosen as representatives of the community. She noted that the public has always had a voice. Mrs. Ladner commented that the committee members are being educated at this committee with what is going on at the other parks and facilities and the general public is not. If a poll is sent out, the public will request the same that is going on at other parks which would be a waste of time. Mrs. Mendoza feels that the public should be brought up-to-date through the newsletter on the status of the committees' recommendations and if there are any concerns, or interests to contact the Community Services Chairperson. - In turn, these concerns and interests would be presented at the committee meeting. Mrs. Mendoza brought up the concern of the mini-park. Discussion ensued with the Commission expressing concern that the public may feel that the Fritz Burns Park may take as long to be utilized. The Commission concurred to request a full report from Mr. Reynolds as to what the problems are, if any, the status of the mini-park and the completion date anticipated because they are disappointed in the slowness of the development of the mini-park. Community s~rvices4lt Commission M1nutes Page 4 4It March 27, 1989 ^ , 3. Culture & Fine Arts Committee Report. Mrs. Mendoza reported on the Jazz advised they did have more control the amount of people in attendance same as last year. Festival. She than before, and was about the Mrs. Mendoza discussed the status of the Drug Task Force. She advised that Virginia Greene was going to head the sub-committee for "The Day in the Park", however, she has moved out of state and there is no one currently heading it. Mrs. Mendoza noted that there has not been another meeting since the meeting of "The Day in the Park". Mr. Beck advised that scheduled, however, many other commitments. It "The Day in the Park" on year. there was another meeting were unavailable due to has been suggested to place hold until possibly next B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 27, 1989. MOTION It was moved by Mrs. Mendoza, seconded by Mr. Pina that the Minutes of February 27, 1989, be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS - None. INFORMATION ITEMS a. Receipt of Minutes of Fritz Burns Park Sub-Committee of February 27th and March 13th. Noted and filed. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m. upon motion by Mrs. Ladner, seconded by Mr. Pina and carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, //~j,--/ (!~ ~~;a Cehr City of La Quinta, California