1991 11 25 CSC Minutes
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
NOVEMBER 25, 1991
Regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to
order at the hour of 7:00 P.M., Chairwoman Kennedy presiding,
followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT: Commissioners Best, Franke, Francis, Kennedy and Nard
ABSENT: Commissioners Benedict and Merritt
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Franke/Best to excuse
Commissioner Benedict. Motion carried unanimously.
Chairwoman Kennedy advised that Commissioner Merritt has resigned
effective immediately.
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
OLD BUSINESS
1. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. CULTURE AND FINE ARTS
a. Presentation by Meg Robertson, La Quinta Arts
Foundation.
Continued until January 27, 1992.
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Chairwoman Kennedy distributed information for the
Art in Public Places Committee regarding decorative
man-hole covers, tables, trash containers and
seating.
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Chairwoman Kennedy advised that the Arts & Crafts
Faire was a success. The Under-the Umbrella Fair
will be held on December 2nd.
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B. PARKS AND RECREATION
a. Recommendation for Selection of Cardoza, Dilallo and
Harrington for Fritz Burns Park Design.
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Clint Bohlen, Parks & Recreation Manager,
distributed a memorandum on his recommendation for
design and master plan services for Fritz Burns
Park.
Mr. Bohlen thanked Commissioner Best and Chairwoman
Kennedy for their hard work on the proposals and
interviews.
Mr. Bohlen advised that thirteen proposals were
recei ved and reviewed and six were interviewed.
There were two that ranked highest: Cardoza,
Dilallo and Harrington and T.I. Maloney. Staff is
recommending T. I . Maloney because they have
extensive experience in the desert.
In response to Commissioner Best, Mr. Bohlen
advised that the six companies interviewed were:
Tatsumi Partners, Tasocki, RJM Design Group, BSI,
T.I. Maloney and Cardoza, Dilallo and Harrington.
In response to Commissioner Best, Mr. Bohlen
advised that the recommendation on the agenda for
Cardoza, Dilallo and Harrington was changed to T.I.
Malony after further review.
In response to Commissioner Franke, Mr. Bohlen
advised that T.I. Maloney photographed the site of
the Fritz Burns Park and it was felt that they were
more sensitive to the needs.
Commissioner Franke suggested having children meet
wi th T. I . Maloney concerning the types of
playground equipment they would like.
Mr. Bohlen suggested conducting a hearing at the
school with the children and the consultant.
Discussion ensued on the design of the park and
swimming pool facilities.
Mr. Bohlen advised that
completed in phases,
approximately one year.
the construction would be
with each phase taking
Chairwoman Kennedy advised that the agenda should
be corrected to read the recommendation for
selection of T.I. Maloney.
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Franke/Nard
to recommend T.I. Maloney for the master plan of
the Fritz Burns Park Design to the City Council.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Mr. Bohlen advised that it
having the Parks & Recreation
weeks before the Community
meeting.
has been discussed
Committee meeting two
Services Commission
Commissioner Best advised that the Monday two weeks
prior to the CSC meeting would be a good time.
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Chairwoman Kennedy advised that she has sent a
letter to City Council recommending the
cancellation of the Environmental Conservation
Committee due to a lack of interest in the
Committee.
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Chairwoman Kennedy reminded the Commission of the
Youth/Child Care Center dedication on December 5,
1991 at 11:00 a.m.
C. HUMAN SERVICES
a. Selection of La Quinta Beautiful Awards for the
Month of November.
La Quinta Beautiful - 52-990 Alvarado
Most Improved - 51-765 Navarro
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Chairwoman Kennedy advised that the new La Quinta
Beautiful program will be announced in the upcoming
La Quinta Newsletter, with the application and
criteria explained. The Best Decorated Holiday
Home nomination form will also be included in the
Newsletter. Nominations for the Best Decorated
Holiday Homes are due by December 16th. The
nomination list will be available on December 17th
in the afternoon.
Commissioners are encouraged to
nominations before Christmas.
review the
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b. Report regarding area dumpsites.
Noted and filed.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 28, 1991.
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Franke/Francis to approve
the minutes as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Consideration of cancellation of December 1991 meeting.
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Francis/Nard to cancel
the December meeting in lieu of reviewing the Best Decorated
Homes. Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioners decided on meeting at Chairwoman Kennedy I shouse
on December 17th at 6:00 p.m. to view and vote on the Best
Decorated Holiday Homes.
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In response to Commissioner Francis, Mrs. DeRenard advised
that name badges for the Community Services commissioners are
still under consideration.
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Commissioner Nard advised she would like to see the Commission
and the City plan a parade that could be held annually.
Commissioners
parade with
celebration.
discussed the possibility of coordinating a
the Arts Festival or the 10th Anniversary
Chairwoman Kennedy requested that this be placed on the
January 1992 agenda.
Chairwoman Kennedy advised Commissioner Nard, she could pursue
this with the Chamber of Commerce and report back at the next
Community Services Commission meeting.
Mr. Bohlen advised that at the City where he was previously
employed, they had a community day parade. He made himself
available for any questions or advice.
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commissioner Franke commended the Sheriff I s Department for
their recent action regarding a questionable door-to-door
salesman in her neighborhood.
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Chairwoman Kennedy commended the City Council for awarding the
Civic Center Contract to Lusardi Construction.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Franke/Francis to adjourn.
Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
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Debbie DeRenard
Secretary